Senator Katie Britt Supports Legislation to Prevent Fraudulent Government Spending
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL), a member of the Senate Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus, has joined Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) and other legislators in introducing a bicameral bill aimed at curbing wasteful government spending. The proposed legislation seeks to codify procedures that would help identify and stop fraudulent and improper federal […]
Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce Hosts June Business After-Hours at High Country Cellars
Cleburne County, AL – The Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce invites local professionals and business owners to attend its upcoming Business After-Hours event, a networking evening designed to foster connections and community engagement. The June event will take place on Thursday, June 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at High Country Cellars. Attendees will have […]
Alabama Secretary of State Announces $2 Million in Projected Savings by End of Term
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen announced that his office is projected to save over $2 million in taxpayer funds by the end of his current term, citing a commitment to fiscal responsibility and efficient governance. Allen stated that the savings were achieved without reducing the quality or availability of services provided […]
Senator Katie Britt Discusses Maternal Health and NIH Reform During Budget Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) participated in a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies to review the President’s Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget proposal for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya testified before the committee during the hearing. Senator […]
Lucile L. Morgan Public Library in Heflin Hosts Greek Mythology-Themed Summer Reading Event
Heflin, AL – The Lucile L. Morgan Public Library is inviting families to embark on a mythological adventure during a free summer reading event on Tuesday, June 17 at 10:00 AM. The event will take place at the library, located at 541 Ross Street in Heflin. Presented by the Anniston Museum of Natural History, the […]
ALEA Announces Major Updates for CDL Medical Certifications and Skills Testing
MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division has announced two significant updates affecting Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders and applicants across the state. These changes are in alignment with federal safety guidelines and are intended to improve both road safety and the efficiency of certification procedures. Electronic Submission of DOT […]
Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces $7.4 Billion National Settlement with Purdue Pharma and Sackler Family
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Monday a $7.4 billion nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, marking one of the largest legal resolutions in the ongoing response to the opioid crisis. The agreement, supported by attorneys general from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and U.S. territories, aims […]
Senator Katie Britt Highlights Alabama Waterway Infrastructure Needs During Senate Appropriations Hearing
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) participated in a Senate Appropriations Energy and Water Development Subcommittee hearing to examine the President’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bureau of Reclamation. The hearing featured testimony from D. Lee Forsgren, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army for […]
Cleburne County Deputies Seize Meth, Firearms During Narcotics Search
HEFLIN, AL – On Friday, June 13, 2025, the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Department, with assistance from the Ranburne Police Department and the 7th Judicial Major Crimes Unit, executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence located in the 700 block of County Road 41. The operation was part of an ongoing investigation into suspected illegal […]
Cleburne County Gardening – Garden-to-Table Safety: Saltwater Soak Secret to Cleaner, Crisper Vegetables
Cleburne County Gardening – Like many gardeners, I rinse my freshly picked vegetables in clean water—but I also take an extra step that’s made a big difference in both cleanliness and texture: a saltwater soak. Here’s the simple recipe I use: 1 gallon of cool water and 1 cup of salt. I soak my vegetables for […]