Half-Staff Alert: U.S. Flags To Be Lowered in Honor of Memorial Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In observance of Memorial Day, President Donald J. Trump has issued a proclamation ordering all United States flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 26, 2025. This gesture follows a long-standing national tradition to honor and remember the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces […]
Former Commission Candidate Convicted of Absentee Ballot Fraud
CLAY COUNTY, AL — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of Terry Andrew Heflin, a former Democratic candidate for the Clay County Commission District 5 seat, on charges of absentee ballot fraud related to his campaign for public office. Heflin pleaded guilty to one count of absentee ballot fraud, a Class C felony […]
Gadsden State Honors Nursing Graduates During Pinning Ceremony
GADSDEN, AL — The Health Sciences Division at Gadsden State Community College held a special pinning ceremony on May 8 to celebrate the achievements of 43 students earning their Associate in Applied Science in Registered Nursing. The event took place at the Beck Gymnasium on the Wallace Drive Campus, marking a key milestone for students […]
Wes Allen Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Bill Codifying Alabama’s AVID System
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has commended the final passage of Senate Bill 142, legislation that formally establishes the Alabama Voter Integrity Database (AVID) as the state’s official voter file maintenance system. The bill, sponsored by Senator Wes Kitchens (R-Arab) and Representative Bryan Brinyark (R-Tuscaloosa), received bipartisan support in the state […]
ALEA Launches ‘101 Days of Summer Safety’ Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
MONTGOMERY, AL — As Alabamians prepare for the long Memorial Day weekend, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging the public to make safety a top priority — whether on the road, on the water, or at holiday destinations. The holiday marks the launch of ALEA’s annual 101 Days of Summer Safetycampaign, a statewide […]
Senator Katie Britt Hosts Army Secretary Dan Driscoll for Redstone Arsenal Tour in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, AL — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) welcomed Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll and U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kans.) to Redstone Arsenal this week, highlighting the military installation’s strategic importance and showcasing its array of advanced capabilities supporting national defense efforts. The visit, one of Secretary Driscoll’s first major site tours since his […]
Cleburne County Gardening – Country Cottage Plantings: Blending Rustic Charm with Vertical Garden Beauty
Cleburne County, AL – Many gardeners enjoy a relaxed Southern style of gardening. Their use of farming fences, sheds, and rustic themes lies at the heart of Country Cottage Plantings. The basic idea is to plant vegetables together with flowers. When creating a casual gardening island, you need vertical eye appeal—such as by using seeds […]
Local Author Publishes Children’s Book Inspired by Her Golden Retrievers
CALHOUN COUNTY, AL – Local author and educator Logan Tucker has released her first children’s book, “The Marvelous Adventures of Molly & Brooks: The Creek Chronicles Volume 1,” inspired by her beloved golden retrievers. Tucker, who graduated from Alexandria High School in 2019, completed her degree at Jacksonville State University in just 3½ years after […]
Senator Katie Britt Urges Bipartisan Support for Child Care Legislation on Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) delivered a speech on the Senate floor this week in support of her Child Care Availability and Affordability Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the nation’s ongoing child care challenges. Her remarks emphasized broad and growing support for the legislation, both among lawmakers and the American […]
Governor Ivey Appoints Judge Bill Lewis to Alabama Supreme Court Following Justice Mitchell’s Resignation
MONTGOMERY, AL — Governor Kay Ivey announced Tuesday the appointment of Judge Bill Lewis to the Supreme Court of Alabama, filling a vacancy created by the resignation of Justice Jay Mitchell, who stepped down from the bench earlier this week. “Judge Bill Lewis continues demonstrating justice and fairness under the law, as well as a […]