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Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced the appointment of Christopher E. Connolly as a circuit judge in Alabama’s 11th Judicial Circuit, which includes Lauderdale County. Connolly, a graduate of Auburn […]

NASA administrator Jared Isaacman, visited Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville last week as teams there continue work on some of NASA’s most critical human spaceflight programs, including preparations for […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) is continuing his push to hold the United States Postal Service accountable for mail delivery problems across North Alabama, securing new oversight language in a […]

Rep. Dale Strong: ‘Promises made, promises kept’ in 2025

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Dale Strong released his annual update on his legislative work and priorities for North Alabama.   “Some of the most consequential wins in 2025 include securing the […]

Sen. Katie Britt: A year of results for Alabama families

The past year has certainly been a memorable one — and, more importantly, a rewarding one. Beginning the year by leading the Laken Riley Act through the Senate and to President […]

MADISON — The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement of Republican Aaron Thomas for Alabama House District 10 in Madison County. “Aaron Thomas is a hard-working business owner and a […]

MOBILE — And, just like that, AJ McCarron has left the field The former Alabama and NFL quarterback announced today he is ending his Republican candidacy for lieutenant governor to […]

MADISON — The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed John Roberts for Senate District 2, the organization announced today. The district covers Madison and Limestone counties. “John Roberts will do an exceptional […]

MONTGOMERY – Several North Alabama faith leaders joined dozens of others across Alabama calling on the state’s congressional delegation to immediately vote to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act premium […]

TUSCALOOSA — Citing his CPA background, the Alabama House Republican Caucus unanimously elected State Rep. Kerry “Bubba” Underwood to serve as treasurer. The action came during the group’s annual policy retreat […]

Former University of Alabama and NFL quarterback AJ McCarron has thrown his helmet into the political arena, announcing his candidacy for the GOP nomination for  lieutenant governor.  “Alabama is my […]

Thomas announces for Alabama State House District 10 seat

MADISON — Aaron Thomas, a Madison business owner, has announced his candidacy for the Alabama House of Representatives District 10 seat.   The state primary election is May 19, 2026. […]

HUNTSVILLE – State Rep. Rex Reynolds has announced he is seeking another term in the Alabama House of Representatives for the District 21 seat, according to a news release. Reynolds, […]

HARTSELLE – State Rep. Parker Moore says the rapid growth in his district is shaping his priorities as he looks ahead to the 2026 legislative session, with infrastructure, energy and […]

MONTGOMERY — A pair of Montgomery lobbyists have partnered to co-found a  government relations and public affairs firm with offices in the capital city, Birmingham and Tuscaloosa. John Ross and […]

MONTGOMERY – Citing his knowledge of the legislative process, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter has appointed Rep. James Lomax to the House Committee on Rules. “While it is uncommon for a freshman […]

HUNTSVILLE – After announcing his campaign for U.S. Senate this week, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore made a stop in Huntsville to share why he is running and emphasize the importance […]

WASHINGTON – Community projects ranging from Rainsville to Lauderdale County to Tuscaloosa to Guntersville may soon see the light of day, according to U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt. Aderholt (R-Haleyville) said […]

CULLMAN — Cindy Myrex defeated Clint Hollingsworth in Tuesday’s special Republican Primary Runoff in Alabama House District 12. She will face Democrat Matthew Glover in the special general election Oct. […]

Rep. Moore announces campaign for US Senate

ENTERPRISE — Vowing to stand with the president and “defend the MAGA agenda in the Senate,” U.S. Rep. Barry Moore announced his campaign for U.S. Senate today. “I’m running for […]

ATHENS – With the election two weeks away, 256 Today sat down with two candidates for Athens Mayor, incumbent Ronnie Marks and local businessman Danny Whitfield, to ask five key […]

John Young appointed Marshall County Commission chairman

MONTGOMERY – Longtime Marshall County resident and law enforcement official John Young has been appointed chairman of the Marshall County Commission, Gov. Kay Ivey announced today. “A 50-year resident of Marshall […]

HUNTSVILLE — With a large crowd of area movers and shakers backing him, John Roberts made a statement to launch his campaign for Alabama State Senate District 2.  Roberts laid […]

FLORENCE – With an eye on providing infrastructure to his constituents, State Rep. Phillip Pettus is running to retain his District 1 seat in the Alabama House. “Our people deserve […]

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