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Unexpectedly, the Alabama Supreme Court decision declaring that an invitro fertilization child is a person and thus protected under Alabama has become the most vexing issue before the Legislature in the 2024 Alabama Regular Legislative Session/ Earlier this week, House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Huntsville) introduced legislation that would overturn that ruling in order to allow fertility clinics to continue to operate in the state of Alabama. Most closed just days after the February 23...
In the heart of Alabama’s District 2 Congressional race, where the stakes have never been higher, a candidate has emerged of high character and unwavering conservative values and Make America Great Again fervor, my good friend, Dick Brewbaker. Dick stands as the epitome of what it means to be a true patriot, a successful businessman, and a citizen lawmaker who not only talks the talk but walks the walk. As this race is crucial to which party controls Congress heats up, it is crucial to r...
Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Judge Bill Lewis to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. The governor informed Judge Lewis of her selection today. "Judge Lewis's distinguished record of jurisprudence ensures that he will serve on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals with honor and integrity. Throughout his esteemed legal career, he has consistently demonstrated a devotion to justice and fairness under the law. I look forward to his contributions on the Court," said...
On Wednesday, the Tennessee Volunteers defeated the Auburn Tigers in Tennessee. The matchup between two top two top twenty Basketball teams had national rankings ramifications as Auburn entered the game at number 11 and Tennessee at number 4 in the nation. The win means that Tennessee is still in the running for a number 1 seed in the NCAA tournament. “It was a really good contest” said Auburn Coach Bruce Pearl. “Two really good teams who wanted to win it really badly. We did enough thing...
Scrubs could become an essential part of the wardrobe for millions more Americans as health care jobs grow across the country. The aging U.S. population is rapidly increasing demand for many jobs in the health sector, which has become the fastest-growing part of the national economy. Although many medical jobs require advanced degrees—physicians, nurses, surgeons, etc.—the role growing fastest across most states is generally accessible to anyone with a high school diploma. The job? Home hea...
On Thursday, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) announced that Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) will deliver the Republican Address to the Nation following President Joseph R. Biden’s (D) State of the Union address next Thursday, March 7: “Americans are struggling amid a border catastrophe, crushing inflation, an increasingly dangerous world, and fears about a President not up to the task,” said Speaker Johnson. “Agai...
Congressman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) spoke at two campaign events in Houston and Baldwin Counties recently to support Congressman Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) in the March 5 Republican primary. Jordan was the Founding Chairman of the ultraconservative House Freedom Caucus. He is also the current Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee. Barry Moore represents Alabama on the Judiciary Committee. Moore is also a member of the House Freedom Caucus, and he was a vocal supporter of Jordan's bid to be the S...
Independent Presidential candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. visited Tuscaloosa last month. Kennedy, the son of former Attorney General Robert Kennedy Sr. and the nephew of former President John F. Kenney (D) is an environmental lawyer and former Congressman. Kennedy spoke to an enthusiastic crowd of approximately 180 college students at the University of Alabama. Kennedy previously lived in Alabama when he ran a presidential campaign for his Uncle Senator Teddy Kennedy (R-Massachusetts). As most of...
The 2024 primary elections are underway, and residents in some states have already chosen who they want to see on the ballot in November. But before heading to the polls, Americans showed support for their preferred candidate in 2023 by giving them their hard-earned cash. Presidential hopefuls raised more than $119 million from individual donors last year, according to the latest data from the Federal Election Commission. Individuals can donate up to $3,300 to a primary campaign and another...
Alabama is blessed with an abundance of lakes, reservoirs and waterways for residents and visitors to enjoy for fishing, boating, birdwatching and many other outdoor activities. However, several pockets exist in the state that are not close or convenient for residents to get to the water. That lack of access for subsistence fishing, especially in our rural counties, led to the creation of the Alabama State Public Fishing Lakes (PFLs) program in the 1940’s and ’50s to serve those people who nee...
