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Representative Mark Gidley (R-Hokes Bluff) recently joined the Heart of Dixie Podcast. The Alabama Gazette's Brandon Moseley hosts the Heart of Dixie Podcast with attorney Harry Still III. Gidley is carrying bills to put the Ten Commandments up on the wall in Alabama schools, to help military spouses to have their professional credentials recognized by the state of Alabama, protecting against elder abuse, and to allow schools to have chaplains. "I'm privileged to serve the Eastern part of...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming workplaces, boosting efficiency, and reshaping job roles. According to a 2024 Gartner poll, 59% of CEOs believe AI will have the biggest impact on their business in the next three years. However, about a third expect it to deliver a more than 15% boost in worker productivity within the next two years. But this optimism may be misplaced if organizations don't focus on investing in the right processes and support to bring their employees along f...
Every April, Second Chance Month challenges us to rethink how we treat those who’ve paid their debt to society. It’s not just about compassion—it’s about common sense. With nearly one in three formerly incarcerated individuals returning to prison in Alabama, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections' most recent recidivism data, it’s clear we need a better approach. That better way is taking root under the leadership of Director Cam Ward and the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles,...
April 10, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Senate passed the largest education trust fund (ETF) budget in the history of the state of Alabama on Thursday. Senate Bill 112 (SB 112) is sponsored by state Senator Arthur Orr (R-Decatur). SB112 would set a new record for the state ETF at $9.89 billion for the fiscal year 2026 budget year which starts on October 1. That is an increase of $543.3 million over the FY2025 budget – the current record all time high education budget - a 5.81% inc...
April 15, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) on Tuesday signed Senate Joint Resolution 63 to continue encouraging the President of the United States, the United States Secretary of Defense and the United States Secretary of the Air Force to immediately proceed in establishing a permanent headquarters for United States Space Command at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. "Alabama Republicans and Democrats – along with the facts – agree the U.S. Space Command Hea...
April 12, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama House of Representatives passed a bill that would regulate Delta 8, Delta 9, Delta 10, Delta 12 and other psychoactive cannabinoids derived from hemp. "This legislation is an effort to put guardrails on a current unregulated, unchecked, and dangerous industry," said Rep. Whitt. "And that is psychoactive cannabinoids known as Delta 8, Delta 9, and THC infused drinks." "We are putting these products under the purview of ABC (the Alcoholic Beverage Cont...
April 15, 1865, marks a somber day in the history of the United States. On this day, President Abraham Lincoln succumbed to the fatal wounds inflicted upon him by an assassin's bullet. Lincoln's death came at a crucial moment, just days after the end of the Civil War, a conflict that had torn the nation apart for four long years. His passing left the country in shock and mourning, and the reverberations of his loss were felt far and wide. The Assassination The tragic event unfolded on the...
April 15, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Mondy the Inspector General released a report showing that there was no national security reason for Space Command to go to Colorado instead of Alabama and in fact making the base in Colorado adequate for Space Command will cost $100s of millions of dollars. Former President Joseph R. Biden (D) made the inexplicable decision purely on political grounds. Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) issued a statement in response to the release of the Inspector Gener...
April 15, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - Alfa Insurance® has engaged in negotiations to purchase an existing commercial complex to house the home offices of Alfa and the Alabama Farmers Federation. The proposed purchase would keep Alfa's corporate headquarters in Montgomery at Capitol Commerce Center off I-85 at Exit 11. "Technology and workforce changes have left about half our current space underutilized," said Alfa and Federation President Jimmy Parnell. "As we considered possible locations...
Diesel mechanic Draic Coakley is challenging Third Congressional District incumbent Mike Rogers in the 2026 Republican primary. Alabama Gazette lead reporter and content manager Brandon Moseley and Alabama Political Contributor publisher Christopher Peeks recently spoke to Coakley recently about his longshot bid for Congress on the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast. Even Coakley's family questioned why he was doing this initially. "When I first told my wife that I was planning to run, she...
Draic Coakley is running for the United States House of Representatives. He recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast to discuss why he is running for Congress, his views on the Ukraine War, term limits, electric vehicle mandates, the budget deficit, the DOGE, and much more. Coakley is one of at least two Republicans who are challenging incumbent Mike Rogers in the 2026 Republican primary. Alabama Gazette Lead Reporter and Content Manager Brandon Moseley and Alabama Political...
April 10, 2025 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) delivered a speech on the Senate floor objecting to Democrats' efforts to halt the Trump administration's actions to make the Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA) more efficient. "On November the 5th, President Trump was given a mandate: get this country straightened out. This included waste, fraud, and abuse in our federal government, over all agencies," said Senator Tuberville. "The VA is a perfect example. Under President Biden, the V...
In Idaho, homes have become 90% more expensive relative to income over the past decade. That's not a typo. A state once considered a haven of relative affordability is now one of the starkest examples of America's housing crisis. In 2013, home values in the state were a little over 3 times the median annual household income. By 2023, they had risen to 6 times the household income. But Idaho is hardly an outlier. A new analysis from the real estate agency immoverkauf24 in collaboration with the...
Just four West African countries are the foundation of an industry worth more than $100 billion. In the tropical nations of Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Cameroon, and Nigeria, rows of cacao trees sprout pods bearing dozens of seeds. Once harvested, these humble beans are dried, roasted, and processed into something beloved worldwide. Chocolate has been coveted for millennia and, particularly on Valentine's Day, is an unmistakable token of love. But as increasingly erratic weather continues driving up...
April 16, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a 15-state letter urging the Business Roundtable, an association of CEOs of the nation's leading companies, to abandon unlawful and racially discriminatory DEI initiatives. Many of the Roundtable's members have replaced free-market principles with costly and divisive DEI policies that cannot be squared with federal law. The letter argues that the Business Roundtable should prioritize its stated mission of f...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a l...
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a...
April 15, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Senate concurred with House changes to the Teacher’s workman’s compensation bill. Presently Alabama teachers and education workers do not have workman's compensation insurance. This legislation would change that. Senate Bill 1 (SB1) is sponsored by state Senator Sam Givhan (R-Madison). “This is our PEEHIP workman’s comp bill,” said Sen. Givhan. “I want to thank everyone for their help on this bill. When people ask me why I am carrying this bill, I...
Romantic love may come and go, but finding the Thelma to your Louise is forever. Friends—besties, squads, workplace buddies, college roommates—play a unique role in our lives. They're companions and confidants; they share our stories and know us better than we know ourselves. Whether they show up in real life or drop the perfect response in the group chat, having a friend who just gets it is priceless. Still, in a nation grappling with social isolation and a loneliness public health crisis, a t...
At 34, Natalie, a doctor from Oregon, was struggling to build the family she longed for. At times, her sense of helplessness was overwhelming. "All my friends had kids; they were all having their baby showers and their first birthdays. And you know, that stereotype about babies is everywhere. You couldn't get away from it," she told Stacker. After trying to conceive for a year, Natalie turned to in vitro fertilization. However, her choices were limited since her insurance covered just three...
Scholars believe that on April 16, 1457 the Battle of Megiddo was fought. The Battle of Megiddo stands as one of the most significant military engagements of the ancient world. This battle, led by Thutmose III of Egypt against a formidable Canaanite coalition under the King of Kadesh, is renowned for being the earliest recorded battle in history with details accepted as relatively reliable. Background Egyptian Expansion In the mid-15th century BC, Egypt was an empire in the ascendant,...
April 16, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall stands with 22 state attorneys general in commending Senators who are advancing the Financial Integrity and Regulation Management Act ("FIRM Act") in Congress. The bill would bar federal regulators from relying on the concept of "reputational risk," which has been used to pressure financial institutions to deny services to people based on their politics. The Act would help rein in such de-banking. "Americans should n...
Chewacla State Park - Who said Easter egg hunts are just for kids? Join the Golden Egg Hunt at Chewacla State Park on April 17 and 18, 2025. Find a golden egg and bring it to the front gatehouse to redeem for a prize! One egg per person per day. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/4azpj4h6 Ready for more egg hunting fun? Join us again on April 19, 2025, and bring your family and friends! We'll start the Easter egg hunt at 2:00 p.m. around the Chewacla State Park Nature Center. Registration is...
For the third year in a row, the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail has been chosen as the top recreational trail in the country in the 2025 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The 29-mile multi-use trail connects Gulf State Park with Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in Baldwin County. The awards were announced Wednesday, April 16. "This year's win is especially exciting as we celebrate the Year of Alabama Trails," said Matthew Capps, State Parks Director for the Alabama Department of...
