Governor Ivey Signs Final Bills in Safe Alabama Public Safety Package
MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed the remaining bills in the Safe Alabama public safety package, completing the legislative initiative aimed at strengthening law enforcement protections and addressing juvenile crime. House Bill 202, sponsored by Sen. Lance Bell and Rep. Rex Reynolds, provides enhanced legal protections for law enforcement officers. House Bill […]
UPDATE: Benefit Yard Sale for Pinhoti Animal Rescue Canceled
RANBURNE, AL —The Benefit Yard Sale for Pinhoti Animal Rescue, originally scheduled for Saturday, May 17th at Ranburne First Baptist Church, has been canceled. Organizers have not yet announced a rescheduled date. The event was set to raise funds to support Pinhoti Animal Rescue’s ongoing efforts to provide spay and neuter services, vaccinations, and rabies […]
Wes Allen Applauds Passage of SB158 Prohibiting Foreign National Driver Licenses for Voting
MONTGOMERY, AL — Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has publicly praised the final passage of Senate Bill 158, sponsored by Senator Will Barfoot and carried in the House by Representative Allen Treadaway. The legislation explicitly prohibits the use of foreign national driver licenses as valid identification for voting purposes in Alabama. Secretary Allen described […]
Governor Kay Ivey Signs Bill Providing Sales Tax Exemptions for Diapers, Baby Supplies, and Feminine Products
Montgomery, AL – On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey signed House Bill 152 into law, a measure that provides sales tax exemptions for a variety of products essential to mothers, infants, and families. The bill, sponsored by State Representative Neil Rafferty, was signed just ahead of Mother’s Day weekend and will take effect on September 1, […]
NobleBank & Trust to Celebrate New Heflin Location with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
HEFLIN, AL – NobleBank & Trust will celebrate the grand opening of its new Heflin branch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, May 16, 2025. The event, co-hosted by the Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce and Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center, will take place from 10:30 to 11:00 AM at 846 Almon Street […]
Bipartisan Legislation Aims to Boost American R&D and Innovation
Washington D.C. – A group of senators from both parties has introduced legislation designed to strengthen research and development capabilities for U.S. businesses, particularly targeting small businesses and startups. The American Innovation and Jobs Act, introduced by Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Todd Young (R-Ind.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), and several colleagues, seeks to expand and enhance […]
Motorcycle Benefit Ride to Support Hearts of Cleburne This Saturday
OXFORD, AL – Motorcycle enthusiasts and community supporters will gather this Saturday, May 31st, for a special fundraising ride benefiting Hearts of Cleburne. The charity event, organized by Outsiders of Grace, will take place at Hooligan Harley-Davidson in Oxford from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The benefit ride aims to raise funds and awareness for […]
Senator Katie Britt Reaffirms Support for Israel on Its 77th Independence Day, Co-Sponsors Legislation Targeting UN Funding
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) expressed strong support for Israel as the nation marked its 77th Independence Day, emphasizing the longstanding partnership between the United States and Israel. In a public statement, Britt congratulated Israel and reaffirmed her commitment to the bilateral relationship. “May 1st marks 77 years since Israel declared independence, […]
Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce to Host Business After-Hours Networking Event
Heflin, AL – The Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce announced its upcoming May Business After-Hours networking event, scheduled for Thursday, May 15th from 5-7pm at the Cleburne County Mountain Center in Heflin. Jacksonville State University (JSU) will host the evening, which aims to bring together local business leaders for networking and relationship building. The event will […]
FBI Director Patel Highlights Redstone Arsenal’s Role During Senate Budget Hearing
Washington D.C. – FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the strategic importance of FBI Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on the Bureau’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget request. During the hearing, Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), who serves on the Commerce, Justice, and Science Subcommittee on Appropriations, questioned Director Patel about ongoing […]