Governor Ivey Appoints Ami Brooks as Secretary of Early Childhood Education
MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Tuesday her appointment of Ami Brooks as the new secretary of the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education. Brooks will assume the role on June 16, 2025, following the departure of current acting secretary Jan Hume, who is stepping down after nearly 14 years with the Department. Hume, […]
Cleburne County Schools Offering Free Bulk Summer Meal Pick-Up for Children
Cleburne, AL – Cleburne County Schools is helping ensure children have access to nutritious meals during the summer months through a bulk meal pick-up program. Open to all children 18 years of age and under, this initiative provides families with a convenient way to receive meals throughout the school break. Each distribution includes a set amount […]
Governor Ivey Introduces Alabama’s New First Dog, Huntley
Montgomery, AL – Governor Kay Ivey officially introduced Huntley, a three-year-old Yellow Labrador Retriever, as the new First Dog of Alabama on Monday. Huntley, a female Yellow Lab, now resides with Governor Ivey at the Alabama Governor’s Mansion. The governor shared her enthusiasm for the newest addition, describing Huntley as well-mannered, playful, and a welcome […]
Senator Katie Britt Advocates for HBCUs, School Choice, and Literacy at FY26 Education Budget Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) recently participated in a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on the President’s Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget request for the U.S. Department of Education, with Education Secretary Linda McMahon testifying before the panel. During the hearing, Senator Britt underscored the importance of supporting Alabama’s 14 historically black colleges […]
Fruithurst Winery Co. to Host Live Music and BBQ Event on June 14
Fruithurst, AL –Fruithurst Winery Co. is inviting the community to a lively afternoon of music, food, and local wine on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The event will feature a performance by the winery’s own house band and a mouthwatering BBQ selection served by In His Timing BBQ. Located at 27091 County Road 49 in Fruithurst, […]
Virginia Becomes Tenth State to Join Alabama’s AVID Voter File Maintenance Program
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen announced this week that the Commonwealth of Virginia has officially joined the Alabama Voter Integrity Database (AVID), becoming the tenth state to participate in the voter file maintenance program. Virginia’s entry follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two states, which aims […]
ALEA Warns of Nationwide Phishing Scam Targeting Alabamians with Fake DMV Texts
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is warning citizens about a widespread phishing scam involving fraudulent text messages falsely claiming to be from the “Alabama Department of Vehicles (DMV).” The scam messages demand payment for fictitious traffic tickets and threaten to suspend recipients’ driving privileges and vehicle registrations unless they click on a […]
Alabama Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Pool Construction Fraud and Forgery
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that Gregory Kirk, of Muscle Shoals, has pleaded guilty to a series of property crimes committed while working as a pool contractor in Madison County. Madison County Circuit Judge Ruth Ann Hall sentenced Kirk to a total of 20 years in prison as part of a […]
Kiwanis Club of Cleburne County Hosts 4th Annual Shrimp Boil to Support Local Children
HEFLIN, Ala. – The Kiwanis Club of Cleburne County is gearing up for its 4th Annual Shrimp Boil & Silent Auction, scheduled for Saturday, June 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Heflin Recreation Center. The event serves as a major fundraiser to help provide new shoes and back-to-school support for children in Cleburne […]
Cleburne County Gardening – The Power of the Yucca: A Bold and Beautiful Rock Garden Favorite
Cleburne County, AL – Did you know there are more than 40 species of Yucca? Some varieties can grow up to ten feet tall, while branching types resemble small trees. Yuccas thrive in USDA zones 4 through 11, making them suitable for a wide range of climates. Even in cold weather, they remain evergreen and undamaged. Once […]