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Cullman County farmers Ben and Whitney Haynes, others put boots down in nation’s capital

WASHINGTON -- As federal lawmakers tackle tough decisions that impact the future of American agriculture, more than 150 Alabama farmers spent last week in...

Pike seeking reelection to Decatur City Council District 2 seat

DECATUR – Calling the next four years a "critical" time for Decatur, City Councilman Kyle Pike is seeking reelection to his District 2 seat. The...

Aderholt reintroduces bipartisan Deliver for Democracy Act to improve USPS

WASHINGTON – To help address inefficiencies with the U.S. Postal Service, U.S. Reps. Robert B. Aderholt and Emanuel Cleaver II (D-Mo.) reintroduced the "Deliver...

Strong’s bill to boost bioterrorism defense passes House; goes to Senate

WASHINGTON — A bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Dale Strong to strengthen the nation's defense against bioterrorism was unanimously passed by the U.S. House...

Strong’s Homeland Security legislation gets unanimous approval in House

WASHINGTON — A pair of bills introduced by U.S. Rep. Dale Strong to strengthen homeland security practices were passed unanimously Monday by the U.S....

‘Lock the clock’: Tuberville renews push to make Daylight Saving Time permanent

WASHINGTON – “Well, it’s that time again." With that statement as Americans prepare to “spring forward” this weekend, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville renewed his effort...

Decatur’s Jeff Denard praised by Trump during address to Congress

WASHINGTON -- Jeff Denard isn't one who seeks the spotlight. Praised by his employer for his humility and selflessness, the volunteer firefighter from Decatur was...

Tuberville bill would protect Alabama shrimpers, farmers and producers

WASHINGTON – Recognizing the adverse impact of foreign shrimp and agriculture products dumped on American - and Alabama - markets, Sen. Tommy Tuberville joined...

Strong presides over first hearing as chair of House panel on emergency management and technology

WASHINGTON -- U.S. Rep. Dale Strong began his new role as the chairman of a key subcommittee at a hearing Tuesday analyzing the Federal...

Aderholt says state Social Security offices ‘will remain open’

WASHINGTON -- In the midst of reports that four Social Security offices in Alabama are being closed, including two in North Alabama, U.S. Rep....