Governor Ivey Proclaims May 4–11 as National Small Business Week in Alabama
Montgomery, AL — Governor Kay Ivey has officially designated Sunday, May 4, through Sunday, May 11, 2025, as National Small Business Week in Alabama, issuing a proclamation that highlights the vital role small businesses play in driving the state’s economy and supporting job creation. “Small businesses are the engine that keep Alabama moving forward – powering […]
Jacksonville State University Welcomes Ranburne Native Corey Smith as New Women’s Soccer Head Coach
Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville State University has named Corey Smith, a native of Ranburne and graduate of Ranburne High School, as the new head coach of the women’s soccer program. The university’s announcement marks a new chapter for Gamecock Soccer as the team enters its next phase of competition in Conference USA. Smith, a 2013 […]
Senator Katie Britt Leads Introduction of Insurance Data Protection Act to Limit Federal Overreach in State-Regulated Insurance Industry
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, has introduced the Insurance Data Protection Act (S. 1544) alongside 10 Republican Senate colleagues. The bill aims to reinforce the authority of state insurance regulators and limit the reach of the Federal Insurance Office (FIO), […]
Cleburne County Sheriff’s Department Releases April 2025 Summary of Operations and Activities
Cleburne County, AL – The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Department, under the leadership of Sheriff Jon Daniel, has released its monthly summary for April 2025, providing a detailed look at jail operations, courthouse activity, patrol efforts, and departmental developments. Jail Operations As of the end of April, the jail population stands at 50 inmates. Throughout the […]
Senator Katie Britt Highlights Alabama’s Role in Advancing Cancer Research at Senate Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) participated in a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on Thursday titled “Biomedical Research: Keeping America’s Edge in Innovation,” where she introduced Dr. Barry Sleckman, Director of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s (UAB) O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center. The hearing brought together lawmakers and medical research leaders to discuss […]
Community Invited to “Donuts with Deputies” in Heflin on May 6
Heflin, AL — Cleburne County residents are invited to enjoy a sweet start to their Tuesday with local law enforcement at the upcoming “Donuts with Deputies” event on Tuesday, May 6, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the First Bank of Alabama – Heflin Branch, located at 654 Ross Street. Hosted by the Cleburne County […]
Alabama’s First Class Pre-K Program Recognized Nationally for 19th Consecutive Year
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program has once again been recognized for its high quality by the National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER), according to the 2024 State of Preschool Yearbook released Wednesday. For the 19th consecutive year, Alabama stands alone as the only state in the nation to meet all 10 […]
Plaintiffs Drop Challenge to Alabama’s Ban on Gender Transition Procedures for Minors in Boe v. Marshall Case
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama officials are celebrating a significant legal victory after the plaintiffs in Boe v. Marshall voluntarily dismissed their federal lawsuit challenging the state’s Vulnerable Child Compassion and Protection Act (VCAP). The 2022 law prohibits medical providers from administering puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, or gender transition surgeries to individuals under 19 years of […]
Nation Pays Tribute to Fallen Firefighters During National Memorial Service on May 4, 2025
Washington D.C. – The nation will unite in solemn remembrance on Sunday, May 4, 2025, as the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) hosts the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service. Held in honor of 70 brave men and women who died in the line of duty in 2024, this national observance serves as a powerful tribute […]
Senator Katie Britt Attends Swearing-In Ceremony for U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom Warren Stephens
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) attended the official swearing-in ceremony of Warren Stephens as the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom on Wednesday. The ceremony took place in the Oval Office at the White House. Stephens, a native of Arkansas, has long-standing ties to Alabama, having graduated in 1975 from Trinity […]
