Cleburne County Gardening – The Glow of Torch Mexican Sunflowers: A Pollinator’s Best Friend All Season Long
Calhoun County, AL –Every spring I focus on my pollinator zone. Why? Because I need bees and butterflies to be active early so my vegetables zoom. In my list of seeds that I treasure for pollinators, I always include annual Torch Mexican Sunflowers. Their blooms are orange to bright orange like a glowing color. The […]
Coosa Riverkeeper to Sue Alabama Power Over Ongoing Coal Ash Pollution in Gadsden
Gadsden, AL – The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC), on behalf of the environmental nonprofit Coosa Riverkeeper, has formally notified Alabama Power Company of its intent to sue over alleged violations related to coal ash pollution at the former Gadsden Steam Plant. The notice claims that the utility’s current coal ash storage practices are in […]
Senators Katie Britt and Angela Alsobrooks Introduce Bipartisan Homeless Children and Youth Act
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) have introduced the Homeless Children and Youth Act (HCYA), a bipartisan effort aimed at expanding access to critical services for the estimated 4.2 million youth and young adults experiencing homelessness each year in the United States. The legislation seeks to address what supporters […]
3rd Annual Heflin Jazz Fest Set for May 22 at Heflin Amphitheater
Heflin, AL — Get ready for an evening filled with smooth jazz and community fun as the 3rd Annual Heflin Jazz Fest returns on Thursday, May 22, at the Heflin Amphitheater. The event will feature a spectacular live performance by the CCHS Tiger Jazz Band, showcasing the incredible talent of local students. Music lovers are […]
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Joins Multi-State Effort Opposing California’s Electric Truck Mandate
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a 24-state coalition urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reject California’s request for a waiver to implement its “Advanced Clean Fleets” regulation. This new rule seeks to impose a mandate on fleet owners, operators, and manufacturers, requiring electric trucks for businesses that operate within the […]
Senator Katie Britt Highlights Rural Pharmacy Closures During Senate Judiciary Hearing on PBM Practices
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) participated in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled “PBM Power Play: Examining Competition Issues in the Prescription Drug Supply Chain”, where lawmakers explored the impact of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) on drug pricing and access to care. The hearing featured testimony from several experts, including Dr. Randy […]
Governor Ivey Signs Bills Targeting Illegal Immigration and Voter ID Requirements
Montgomery, AL – On Monday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed into law two bills aimed at tightening restrictions related to noncitizen voting and enhancing law enforcement procedures involving undocumented immigrants. Senate Bill 158, sponsored by Senator Will Barfoot, prohibits the use of foreign national driver licenses as valid photo identification for voting in Alabama. Prior […]
ALEAF Hosts Police Week Luncheon at JSU Stadium to Honor Law Enforcement in 7th Judicial Circuit
Jacksonville, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Appreciation Foundation (ALEAF) hosted its annual Police Week Luncheon from May 12 to May 15 at Jacksonville State University (JSU) Stadium, providing meals, recognition, and camaraderie to law enforcement officers and dispatchers serving the 7th Judicial Circuit. The event ran daily from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., offering […]
Senators Introduce Resolution Calling for Full Dismantlement of Iran’s Nuclear Program
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.)introduced a Senate resolution on Thursday outlining what they consider the only acceptable outcome of the United States’ negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran: the complete dismantlement and destruction of Iran’s nuclear program. The resolution commends the Trump Administration for […]
Law Enforcement Memorial Service Honors Fallen Officers at State Memorial
ANNISTON, AL – Under somber gray skies, law enforcement officers, officials, and community members gathered Friday morning at Centennial Memorial Park in Anniston for the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service to honor fallen officers from across Alabama. The ceremony, held during National Police Week, marked the 10th anniversary of the memorial and was particularly poignant […]