The people's voice of reason
The people's voice of reason
Sorted by date Results 51 - 75 of 84
October 12, 2024 - The Alabama Gazette panel bounced back in Week 7 after a really bad Week 6. Alabama's performance versus South Carolina was disappointing; but they managed to come away with the win. Auburn took the week off to try to get right for the SEC home stretch. Georgia is continuing to work on its issues, while Texas thoroughly dominated its rival. The staff finished in a 5-way tie at 6 and 1 for the week. The SEC games in week 7 were: Vanderbilt 20, Kentucky 18 LSU 29, Ole Miss 26...
October 17, 2024–On Tuesday, I warned you Tim Walz’s week was going to get worse. It did. Wednesday, the X account @TheWakening published a video of a young man alleging that Tim Walz sexually assaulted him in 1997 when Walz was his teacher at Mankato West High School. The young man was a senior at the time. The video is at https://x.com/thewakeninq/status/1846655812137070844?s=61&t=aYyv3kAAQ2aPqsgKFbnvZw and a complete transcript is as follows: “My name is Matthew Metro. I'm a survivor of se...
With just some four weeks to the big election day, we are going to hear more about the integrity of the election results on November 5th. Following the 2020 elections, there were a lot of questions around the Nation about potential voter fraud, including right here in Alabama . Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is doing his part to stop any efforts to commit fraud at the ballot box. Allen has also aggressively worked to make sure only Alabama citizens can vote by working to remove names off...
October 17, 2024 – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) will be in the courtroom today in Tuskegee for the murder trial of the man who gunned down Lowndes County Sheriff 'Big John' Williams. William Chase Johnson pulled a 9 mm handgun and fired the shot that killed Sheriff Williams on November 23, 2019. That is not disputed by the defense. The defense claims however that Sheriff Williams did not identify himself as a law enforcement officer. Johnson – now age 22 – claims that he did n...
A medical team made history in September by performing the first fully robotic heart transplant at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Doctors spent two and a half hours controlling machines to replace the heart of a 16-year-old patient. The hospital claims the operation was less invasive than traditional heart surgeries, meaning the patient would feel less pain, be at less risk, and recover more quickly. Surgical procedures often require a high degree...
October 15, 2024 - I vaguely recall Walter Mondale’s unpopular choice to join him on the 1984 Democratic ticket. At the time, I did not comprehend the reason why the electorate held so much disdain for New York Representative Geraldine Ferraro. I do, though, remember picking up the vibe that a female seeking the vice presidency was taboo, but at seven, a kid doesn’t understand that. I have learned a lot since then. Geraldine Ferraro is known as a trailblazer for female politicians. Let us not...
As the U.S. presidential election approaches, tax policy is a critical topic for voters. The candidates' tax plans not only reveal their broader economic ideologies but also provide insight into how they will manage issues like income inequality, economic growth, and fiscal responsibility. To help you understand where each candidate stands, Wealth Enhancement compares the tax policy plans proposed by Vice President Kamala Harris (D) and former President Donald Trump (R). Overview of the...
October 17, 2024 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) has published a new article at the FOX News website in which she criticized former President Bill Clinton (D) for his remarks in Columbus, Georgia, this week. During the event, President Clinton tried to blame President Trump's opposition to a Biden border proposal for the tragic murder of Laken Riley saying, "A young woman who had been killed by an immigrant. . . if they'd all been properly vetted that probably w...
October 17, 2024 - Birmingham – Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D- Selma) announced that Birmingham City Schools have been awarded $3.1 million from the U.S. Department of Education to expand student access to school-based mental health services. The grant is a part of the Biden-Harris agenda. The unprecedented expansion of federal involvement in the schools is intended to address youth mental health provided under the Biden-Harris Administration through the passage of the Bipartisan Safer C...
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 official launch of the Auburn basketball season will begin on Thursday, October 17 at Toomer's Corner. The Auburn Athletics Department and the City of Auburn have teamed up for an evening basketball celebration that includes: live music, vendors, shopping, sports and more culminating with a concert by renowned country music superstar, singer and songwriter Cole Swindell. The full event is free and open to the public. Fans with deeper pockets can purchase enhanced experiences through VBIP...
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...
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...
Competitive housing markets, overcrowding, and a lack of community connection are just some of the reasons why remote workers are leaving large metro areas for a better quality of life in small towns across the U.S. Many of these rural communities are stepping up to attract digital nomads, offering a blend of lower-cost living, accessible amenities, award-winning school systems, and small-town charm. Remote workers say that moving to a rural community comes with a unique set of considerations....
Work constitutes a substantial part of most of the global population's daily lives, influencing both routines and mental health. While fulfilling work can bolster mental health, data consistently shows that negative work environments—marked by discrimination, inequality, and excessive workloads, among other issues—pose a significant risk to workers' mental well-being, Charlie Health reports. According to a 2023 survey, one in three U.S. employees say their job has negatively impacted their men...
Believe it or not, if hunting were a company, it would be a Fortune 500 giant. In 2020, hunters and sport shooters pumped a whopping $149 billion into the U.S. economy. That's not pocket change—it's enough to make hunting the 52nd largest company by retail sales if it were listed on the Fortune 500, LandTrust reports. This money was spent on equipment such as shotguns and ammunition, trip-related expenses like lodging and transportation, licenses, leases, and more. But it's not just about s...
Social Security Administration policy updates that expand access to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in line with the law went into effect on September 30, 2024. The agency no longer includes food in In-Kind Support and Maintenance (ISM) calculations, has expanded its rental subsidy policy exception, and has expanded the definition of a public assistance household. "These changes will help more people access crucial SSI benefits," said Martin O'Malley, Commissioner of Social Security. "By...
On September 29, 2024, a capacity crowd in the Davis Theater in Montgomery attended the showing of Beyond a War, a documentary film about the personal stories of Dr. Jack Hawkins, Chancellor of Troy University, and Dr. Le Cong Co, President of Duy Tan University in Vietnam. More than 50 years ago, Dr. Hawkins and Dr. Le Conog Co were on opposite sides of the Vietnam War. Dr. Hawkins served as a platoon leader in the U.S. Marine Corps, and Dr. Le Cong Co fought against American forces as a...
Korean War Veteran: Sergeant John Robert Miller: Age 91 Sergeant John Robert Miller served three years in the U.S. Army including combat in the Korean War. His Military Occupational Specialty was Supply Sergeant. He received the following medals, awards, citations and badges: Korean Service Medal with three Battle Stars, U.N. Badge and Army Infantry Badge. He was recommended for the Bronze Star for Valor. Sergeant Miller was born December 18, 1932 to his parents, at Waynesboro, PA, where he...
Sergeant Major J. R. Jimenez: Age 63 Sergeant Major (Sgt Maj) J. R. Jimenez served 22 years in the U. S. Marine Corps. His Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) was Field Artillery. Marines in this field have different areas of responsibility and expertise. Field Artillery includes the following duties: firing battery, weapons systems, field artillery operations which involves moving, operating, and maintaining equipment that requires targets and observation and liaison which includes checking...
LtCol Donald Dean Lehman: Age 77 LtCol Donald Lehman served 23 years in the U.S. Marine Corps with three years on active duty and 20 years on duty. His military occupational specialties (MOS) were: 1302, Combat Engineer Officer, 0802, Artillery Officer and 0202, Intelligence. He received the following medals, decorations, awards, and citations: Navy Achievement medal with combat “V”, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Selected Marine Corps Res...
The Prisoner of War (POW) and Missing in Action (MIA) Ceremony was held September 21, 2024 on the south lawn of the AL State Capitol. Linda Ruloff served as Master of Ceremonies. Veteran motorcyclists escorted the POW/MIA flag from the Central AL Veterans Health Care Center. The 151st AL National Guard Band played patriotic music including the National Anthem. Lela Brown, a vocalist sang the Battle Hymn of the Republic and God Bless America. Mrs. Sandra Lucas, Assistant Commissioner of Outreach...
LTC Eddie Compton: A Life of Service, From Battlefield to City Hall Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Eddie Digby Compton III, a man whose life has been defined by service, has dedicated an impressive 37 years to the U.S. military. His journey began with 10 years in the Alabama National Guard where he served as an enlisted soldier and NCO starting as a Medical Specialist and later transitioning to a Medical Laboratory Specialist. Driven by his desire to further serve his country, he attended Officer...
October 15, 2024 - Mobile - South Alabama played well defeating Troy in Mobile in the Battle for the Belt 2024. The Troy-South Rivalry had a national TV audience via ESPN+. Troy officially is "tied" for the youngest team of starters in NCAA D1 football. Same is offered as a basis to understand the individual play and Coaching factors with the uniqueness of the greatest inexperience. Yet there should be no credit taken from South Alabama with regards to team play and exceptional sports play of...
