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  • Are Americans too attached to their phones? Here's what different generations say about their smartphone usage.

    Stacker, Fionna Agomuoh, Data Work By Emma Rubin, Data Work By Paxtyn Merten|Oct 1, 2024

    As smartphones advance and social media options increase, more Americans across generations are finding solace in a digital playground. People have become so attached to their mobile devices that many have admitted in polls that they can't imagine life without them. As different generations have different communication preferences, smartphone use inevitably varies across age groups. Spokeo analyzed generational trends in and perceptions of smartphone use amid public health concerns, using data...

  • Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing-A-Long at Old Cahawba

    Luisa Reyes

    Due to the popularity of last year's inaugural Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing-A-Long, on Sunday, November 03rd, 2024 at three o'clock in the afternoon, the Old Cahawba Archaeological Park will be hosting a second Old-Fashioned Hymn Sing-A-Long inside of their historic St. Luke's Lutheran Church. The hymns will be led by local musicians from Selma Church choirs. And will feature some of the classic hymns that those who attended Church prior to the wave of electronic Praise and Worship music that began i...

  • Movies and TV shows casting in Montgomery

    Stacker, Backstage

    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...

  • Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville

    Stacker, Backstage

    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...

  • Tuberville still supports legislation ending time change

    Staff Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    October 30, 2024 - WASHINGTON - On Sunday we will all have an extra hour to sleep before going to Church; but it will be dark before the typical 9 to 5 worker leaves the office. It is time for our annual switch from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time. As Alabamians prepare to change their clocks this weekend, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) is continuing to advocate for the passage of the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act to make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent and end the...

  • Tuberville says that Biden and Harris have treated Americans like garbage

    Brandon Moseley|Oct 1, 2024

    On Tuesday, President Joseph R. Biden (D) let his true feelings be known about Republicans and Trump supporters when he called them "Garbage." On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) responded saying on social media that the Biden-Harris administration has treated Americans like garbage by settling ten million illegal aliens into the country. "Joe Biden finally said the quiet part out loud," said Sen. Tuberville on his X social media account. "He and Kamala Harris have treated...

  • Team Kamala's Hail Mary Speech

    Dr. Bill Chitwood|Oct 1, 2024

    October 30, 2024–Tuesday evening Kamala Harris took to the stage and delivered possibly the best speech of her entire career. It was well-written, fairly well-delivered (kudos to the teleprompter operator!) and it began with the following words: “One week from today, you will have the chance to make a decision that directly impacts your life, the life of your family, and the future of this country we love. And, it will probably be the most important vote you ever cast. And, this election is mor...

  • UAH College of Nursing celebrates 50 years with Golden Anniversary Series of events in 2024-25

    Anne Marie Martin|Oct 1, 2024

    HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (OCT 30, 2024) – The College of Nursing (CON) at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is celebrating 50 years of excellence during fall 2024 and spring 2025. The college invites its extended family – alumni, students, retirees, faculty, staff, friends and community partners – to join CON for its Golden Anniversary Series of events, culminating in the Golden Gala on April 5, 2025. UAH is a part of The University of Alabama System (UAS). "The UAH College of Nursing is so...

  • The Gala of the Royal Horses

    Luisa Reyes

    On Saturday, November 02nd, 2024 at three o'clock in the afternoon, royalty is coming to Montgomery. Royal horses, that is. As world-renowned riding master, Rene Gasser, brings the four royal horse breeds of Lippizan, Andalusian, Friesian, and Arabian to the Garrett Coliseum for his production of "The Gala of the Royal Horses". A show designed to demonstrate the capabilities of the royal horse breeds that is seen in the famous riding Spanish Riding School in Vienna and historically in the Royal...

  • I HATE Hitler comparisons.......Most of the time

    Robert Tate|Oct 1, 2024

    When Adolf Hitler first came into power in 1933, he promised his people a glorious, 1,000-year Reich where they would rule the world. On 8 May 1945, that delusional dream became just that - - only a dream. Sir Arthur Travis Harris, (my personal WWII hero), also affectionately known as “Bomber Harris” by some and “Butcher” by others, took over the reigns of Royal Air Force (RAF) Bomber Command in February 1942. This highly single-minded and focused combat commander once wrote, “The Germans e...

  • The Deplorable Nazi Garbage Vote

    Dr. Bill Chitwood|Oct 1, 2024

    October 31, 2024–First we were bitter clingers and deplorables. Then we were threats to democracy. Then we were fascists and Nazis, and our leader was (and is) literally Hitler. And Barry Soetoro lamented, "I don't understand how we got so toxic, so divided, so bitter." Try looking in a mirror, Barry. Tuesday night Barry’s protégé and sock puppet-in-waiting Kamala Harris gave the most important speech of her political life…and his former underling and current sock puppet called 100+ million Amer...

  • Murder of Lowndes County Sheriff trial ends in mistrial

    Brandon Moseley|Oct 1, 2024

    October 29, 2024 – Tuskegee - a Macon County jury informed the judge that it was deadlocked in the capital murder trial of William Chase Johnson. Johnson is accused of shooting to death Lowndes County Sheriff "Big John" John Williams. Sheriff Williams told a group of rowdy teens at a convenience store and turn their music down. Johnson got out of his truck, got into an altercation with the Sheriff, pulled out a handgun, shot and killed the sheriff, and fled in a friend's car. Those facts are n...

  • Today is Halloween

    Brandon Moseley|Oct 1, 2024

    October 31, he2024 – Today is October 31. This means far too many people will go to work wearing tacky costumes and most of us will consume insanely high levels of sugar today. It also means that Children dressed in costumes and will go door-to-door asking for free candy and that teens and even many adults will go to costume parties tonight. When you are out on the roads this evening be aware that children will be out and about (in many cases in dark costumes) walking up and down the roads. I...

  • Youth for Christ celebrates its 39th Annual Golf Classic

    Guest Writer|Oct 1, 2024

    Auburn, Ala - - - East Alabama Area Youth for Christ (EAYFC), a local non-profit organization located in Auburn, AL hosted its 39th Annual Golf Classic at Auburn University Club on October 7, 2024. A total of 30 teams played in the tournament. All proceeds from the event were given in support of East Alabama Area Youth for Christ. Food and drinks for the event were provided by Chuck's Bar-B-Que, Krispy Kreme, Ross House Coffee, Chick-Fil-A, Auburn Coca-Cola Bottling Co., and Moe's Original BBQ....

  • Free Hot Dogs for Veterans Day at Brierfield

    Luisa Reyes

    The limit is two hot dogs per guest, but on Saturday, November 09th, 2024, at four o'clock in the afternoon, the Brierfield Ironworks Park in Bibb County, Alabama will be offering free hot dogs for Veterans Day. Veterans Day is a national holiday held annually on November 11th that was established to honor all members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have served their country. And actually the origins of Veterans Day can be traced to Alabama. As Raymond Weeks, A World War II veteran who also served...

  • The top city everyone wants to move to in every state in 2024

    Stacker, Joe Robison|Oct 1, 2024

    As COVID-era "Zoomtowns" and the urban exodus fade into history, which city in every state is most popular for Americans who want to move now? Between 2020 and 2023, the fastest-growing cities exploded with incoming remote workers who wanted to live larger and cheaper. And many sought homeownership—buying a home is a key factor in where Americans choose to put down roots. But the fastest-growing cities of 2021 or 2022 aren't the boomtowns of today. So why are we relying on backward-looking c...

  • What is a Power of Attorney? A comprehensive guide

    Stacker, Jennie L. Phipps|Oct 1, 2024

    Power of attorney documents give one or more people the right to act as your agent when you're unavailable, incapacitated, or otherwise indisposed. Beyond more general types of POAs, specialized versions exist to address specific situations, such as real estate transactions or end-of-life care decisions. Depending on the power of attorney you choose to use, you can protect yourself financially, make business dealings more convenient, or ensure that your wishes are taken care of if you're...

  • Americans are projected to spend $700M on Halloween costumes for their pets. Here are this year's most popular getups.

    Stacker, Colleen Kilday, Data Work By Emma Rubin|Oct 1, 2024

    This Halloween season, fur may overtake fear: American spending on pet costumes will reach $700 million in 2024, according to the most recent data from the National Retail Federation. Americans really love dressing up their pets for Halloween. According to a 2022 PetSmart survey conducted by Wakefield, more than 3 in 4 (76%) pet owners dress their pets for the holiday. About a third of pet owners reported their costume-wearing pets attract the most attention, while over a third said that...

  • Somebody's watching me: How location tracking is impacting parents' relationships with their adult children

    Stacker, Michael Howerton, Data Work By Paxtyn Merten|Oct 1, 2024

    Marcus Hadden, a father of three from central New Jersey, texts and talks with his oldest son, a college sophomore, a few times a week. His 19-year-old son attends Rutgers University just a half-hour away, but Hadden said the easy communication has helped them feel closer. Occasionally, his son, a dedicated hiker, shares his phone's location with his parents. "We don't monitor him, but if he's out hiking on a remote trail, which he does most weekends around the tristate area, it feels like a...

  • Types of retirement plans and which to consider

    Stacker, Matthew Zeitlin|Oct 1, 2024

    Retirement will likely be the most significant expense of your lifetime, which means saving for retirement is a big job. This is especially true if you envision a retirement that is rich with experiences such as traveling through Europe or spending time with your grown children and grandkids. A retirement savings plan can help you achieve these financial goals and stay on track. There are all types of retirement plans to help you build your wealth, from 401(k) to Individual Retirement Accounts,...

  • Alabama Republican Party is working to elect Caroleen Dobson to Congressional District 2

    Brandon Moseley|Oct 1, 2024

    October 31, 2024 – MONTGOMERY – Alabama is currently represented in the House of Representatives by six Republicans and one Democrat. The federal court system, civil rights groups, and the Alabama Democratic Party hopes to change that to two Democrats in Tuesday's election. The Alabama Republican Party however is doing everything it can to retain the recently redrawn Congressional District 2 in GOP hands. On Thursday, the Alabama Republican Party announced that one of the Republican Party's pri...

  • Governor Ivey Appoints Azzie Oliver Montgomery County District Attorney

    Governor's Press Office|Oct 1, 2024

    October 31, 2024 -MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced she is appointing Azzie Oliver to serve as Montgomery County District Attorney, replacing Daryl Bailey. "Ensuring we have a safe Alabama begins with having a safe Capital City, so having our local officials embody that goal is critical. Azzie Oliver has dedicated most of her career to upholding the criminal laws of Alabama and by pursuing justice for the people of Montgomery County, so I am confident she will help us c...

  • Alabama Gazette has mixed results in SEC week 9

    Brandon Moseley|Oct 1, 2024

    October 26, 2024 – the Alabama Gazette football panel was divided by the games this week and by the results we were right to be divided. Auburn had by far their most complete game of the season thus far and gained their first Southeastern Conference win when they defeated Kentucky. Alabama bounced back from a disappointing trip to Knoxville with a stellar performance at home against Missouri. The SEC games of the week were: Ole Miss at Oklahoma – Ole Miss won 26 to 14 Arkansas at Mis...

  • Alabama Gazette Endorsements

    Alabama Gazette editorial board|Oct 1, 2024

    October 31, 2024 – the general election is upon us and the Alabama Gazette is urging Alabamians of all political views to make their voices heard and get out and vote on November 5. Whatever your political beliefs, we ask that you prayerfully and carefully consider your ballot as what you decide will impact America for generations to come. The staff and publishers at the Alabama Gazette have carefully considered all the candidates and these are the races where we are comfortable with making e...

  • We Must Elect Caroleene Dobson - Alabamians Very Way of Life Depends Upon It

    Perry O Hooper Jr|Oct 1, 2024

    On November 5th, we stand at a pivotal crossroads in our nation's history, a moment will decide the future of our country for generations to come. The stakes have never been higher, and our choice could not be clearer: We must elect a Congress that will support the Trump America First agenda. We must elect Caroleene Dobson and stop the progressive march in its tracks. This is not just another election; it is an existential battle for the soul of our Republic. Caroleene Dobson was born and...

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