Senator Katie Britt Questions 23andMe Leadership on Privacy and Gender Policies in Senate Hearing
Washington, D.C. – During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled “23 and You: The Privacy and National Security Implications of the 23andMe Bankruptcy,”U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) raised questions regarding data privacy, gender classification, and the handling of sensitive genetic information by the at-home DNA testing company, 23andMe. The hearing featured testimony from 23andMe Interim […]
Benefit Ride to Support Feeding Cleburne Set for June 29
Cleburne County, AL — A community-driven Benefit Ride is scheduled for Saturday, June 29, 2025, in support of Feeding Cleburne, a local organization dedicated to combating food insecurity in the area. The event will begin at Hooligan Harley-Davidson, with rider registration starting at 12:00 p.m. and kickstands up at 1:00 p.m. Organizers invite riders and […]
Pet Care Costs Climb in 2025, But Some U.S. Cities Offer Relief for Owners
Cleburne County, AL – As pet care costs continue to surge across the U.S. in 2025, new data from Rover’s annual True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report offers a glimmer of relief for pet owners in certain areas of the country. The report, based on extensive research and survey data, highlights the growing financial burden […]
Restock Alabama Launches at Logan Martin Lake, Boosting Regional Conservation and Economic Growth
LINCOLN, AL — On Friday, community leaders, conservationists, and fishing enthusiasts gathered at Lincoln’s Landing on Logan Martin Lake for the inaugural Restock Alabama event, a statewide initiative aimed at enhancing Alabama’s fisheries. The event marked the release of 20,000 largemouth bass fingerlings into the Coosa River system. Organized through a multi-year collaborative effort, the […]
Senator Katie Britt Joins Effort to Strengthen National Security with Protect Our Bases Act
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, has joined Chairman Tim Scott (R-SC) and other Senate Republicans in introducing the Protect Our Bases Act, a bill designed to improve the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States’ (CFIUS) ability to review foreign land purchases near sensitive U.S. […]
Bureau of Land Management to Host Wild Horse and Burro Auction
BLM to Host Online Wild Horse and Burro Auction with Cullman Pickup Option The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will offer members of the public the opportunity to adopt or purchase a wild horse or burro through an Online Corral auction, set to run from July 14 to July 21, 2025. Winning bidders will be […]
Reginald Eugene Scott Sentenced to Life for Cocaine Trafficking Under Agent Billy Clardy III Act
HUNTSVILLE, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today the conviction and life sentence of Reginald Eugene Scott, 45, of Huntsville, for Trafficking in Cocaine. The sentencing follows a comprehensive investigation into Scott’s role as a leader and organizer of a regional drug trafficking network with connections across the southeastern United States. Scott pleaded […]
Senator Katie Britt Questions Federal Agents on Cartel Threats at Senate Judiciary Hearing
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) participated in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing titled “The Thin Blue Line Protecting America from the Cartels,” which focused on the challenges U.S. law enforcement agencies face in combating transnational drug cartels. The hearing featured testimony from Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Special Agent Matthew Allen, Homeland Security Investigations […]
Human Remains Discovered Near I-20 in Cleburne County; Investigation Ongoing
Cleburne County, AL – On June 22, 2025, the Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of possible human remains discovered in a wooded area near the 194-mile marker off Interstate 20. Upon arrival, deputies confirmed the presence of remains and secured the area. A multi-agency response was initiated to process the scene and begin […]
Heflin to Host Independence Day Celebration on July 5th
Heflin, AL – Heflin Main Street will host its annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. at 1265 Coleman Street in Heflin, AL. The family-friendly event promises an evening full of patriotic festivities, live entertainment, local vendors, and fun for all ages. Community members are encouraged to bring lawn […]