Politics — Page 8

HUNTSVILLE – In front of a sold-out crowd at the Von Braun Civic Center on Monday afternoon, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong spoke about his time in Washington, D.C., focusing on […]

Over the years, it has occurred to me that the real governing in our state, and more than likely in every state for that matter, is done by the mayors. […]

MADISON — U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) and Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl are set to be the keynote speakers at Saturday’s Madison County GOP Candidate Campaign Kickoff event. […]

It’s August in Alabama — we all know what that means. Football season is upon us. In just a few weeks, some of Alabama’s greatest towns will be full of […]

HUNTSVILLE — After rainy conditions forced Huntsville Parks and Recreation to postpone the much-anticipated annual “Light up the Night” event last month, organizers quickly rescheduled the event. The event will […]

WASHINGTON – Citing the ideals of mentorship and family, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville recognized Army Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Harkey of Huntsville as the August “Veteran of the Month.” “Our […]

HUNTSVILLE — The City of Huntsville has announced that absentee voting for the Aug. 27 municipal election is now open to registered voters provided they meet the necessary requirements. Circumstances […]

In any democracy, the integrity and security of elections are foundational to maintaining public trust and ensuring the legitimacy of governance. Robust election infrastructure is the backbone of this system, […]

WASHINGTON — On the heels of his recognition by Major League Baseball at Birmingham’s Rickwood Field in June, the late Willie Mays was honored Thursday by the U.S. Senate in […]

WASHINGTON — The League of Women Voters is disputing the claim of Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen that its VOTE411.org platform shares voters’ information. “It’s troubling that misinformation about […]

Biden 'stands down,' throws support to Harris

WILMINGTON, Del. — In a brief letter saying “in the best interest of my party and the country,” President Joe Biden today said he will not seek re-election to the […]

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — State Rep. James Lomax participated in the Emerging Legislative Leaders Program, sponsored by the State Legislative Leaders Foundation. The program was July 8-11 at the Darden School […]

BIRMINGHAM — Recuperating from his injuries in a jet ski crash, State Sen. Garlan Gudger Jr. said Sunday his “physical recovery will be a difficult one” for his family. Gudger […]

State Sen. Gudger in ICU after jet ski accident

BIRMINGHAM — State Sen. Garlan Gudger is in intensive care following a jet ski accident Thursday at Smith Lake. Gudger (R-Cullman) was airlifted to UAB Hospital in Birmingham where where […]

HUNTSVILLE – The field running for Huntsville City Council District 1 is getting crowded as a third candidate has entered the race. Reggie McKenzie was the latest to announce he’ll […]

HUNTSVILLE – Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle is running unopposed after qualifying for the race ended Tuesday. Barring a highly unlikely write-in campaign, Battle will be re-elected to his fifth term […]

BRIDGEPORT — It was the perfect ending to a perfect day last week in Jackson County. Senate Majority Leader Steve Livingston and State Rep. Mike Kirkland met with Yamaha officials […]

ATHENS – The Limestone County Commission’s unanimous approval of a resolution last week blocking a local group’s efforts to build a zoo, possibly in the Tanner area, came out of […]

HUNTSVILLE — Longtime PTA Leader and community advocate Chaundra Jones has  qualified for the Huntsville City School Board District 1 which includes most of Northwest Huntsville.  Jones is running to […]

HUNTSVILLE – Two lingering themes emerged from Mayor Paul Finley’s City of Madison Update at the Von Braun Center. Once only a small suburb of its neighbor to the east, […]

Strong 'proud to stand with Trump'

NEW YORK — U.S. Rep. Dale Strong was among the most recent politicians on hand in New York City for the trial of former President Donald Trump. Strong (R-Harvest) was […]

MONTGOMERY – Labor leaders from Alabama and the nation responded to Gov. Kay Ivey’s announcement of her signing a bill into law during a speech Monday at the Huntsville/Madison County […]

HUNTSVILLE – Less than a week after the latest gambling bill died in the Legislature, an appearance by Gov. Kay Ivey produced a full house Monday at the Von Braun […]

HUNTSVILLE – Surrounded by supporters in front of the new Huntsville City Hall, City Councilman John Meredith officially launched his reelection campaign Tuesday for the District 5 seat. The district encompasses […]