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Dog owners know leashing up to walk their canine companion is an essential part of being a dog parent, but those routine treks can become boring for owners and pups alike. A local dog park where canines can run leash-free can give owners and their pooch a much-needed change of scenery, healthy outdoor fun and exercise for the pup, and many other benefits. Socializing with other canines can help dogs exhibit fewer behavioral problems and often lead to more positive interactions with humans,...
January 28, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced three appointments to fill vacancies in district judgeship and district attorney positions across the state of Alabama. Baldwin County District Judgeship Governor Ivey has appointed Ashley W. Siebert as District Judge for the 28th Judicial Circuit in Baldwin County. Siebert, a graduate of Auburn University and the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law in Montgomery, will replace retiring Baldwin County District Judge M...
On the heels of yet another mass school shooting in Georgia in September and in Madison, Wisconsin in December, the nation's gun violence epidemic will be a key issue in the coming years, with half of Americans in agreement that gun violence is a major problem, according to the Pew Research Center. Almost 10,500 children and teens were killed as a result of gun violence in the U.S. between 2020 and 2022, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. That's more than the 9,928...
January 27, 2025 – BIRMINGHAM, AL – Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL07) expressed her relief that the Air Force has restored the story of the Tuskegee Airmen to the Air Force curriculum. The story of the World War II Black fighter pilots who were trained at a field in Tuskegee, Alabama was briefly removed as the Air Force was removing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) material from the curriculum to comply with an executive order from President Donald J. Trump (R). "While I am relieved that...
Alabama is incredibly fortunate to have U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville appointed to three crucial subcommittees on the Senate Armed Services Committee: Strategic Forces, Emerging Threats and Capabilities, and Personnel. These appointments reaffirm Alabama's critical role in our nation’s defense and security infrastructure. Alabama is home to some of the most significant military installations in the country, and Senator Tuberville’s leadership in these subcommittees ensures that our state's con...
Medication is not always necessary or the best choice for treating a vision problem, and sometimes, medication isn't an option at all. But in many cases, it can certainly help with vision problems, SaveHealth reports. Conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and corneal abrasions sometimes require medications to cure the condition, slow its progression, or prevent further complications. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, usually due to high pressure in the...
Starting a small business and eventually making it big has long been synonymous with the American Dream. In fact, in 2018-2019, 62% of adults viewed entrepreneurship as a promising career path. By 2023, this belief translated into action for many with a record-breaking 5.5 million new business applications filed across the country. But starting a small business is no small feat, and finding just the right spot to set up shop can make all the difference. With this in mind, CoworkingCafe set out...
While flowers and chocolates are a good start, no Valentine's Day gift is as unapologetically romantic as fine jewelry. For many couples, gifting something as long-lasting and thoughtful as jewelry is a way of showing their commitment and devotion. But is jewelry the right choice for every relationship? What designs should you choose for your first Valentine's Day—or your fiftieth? VRAI, a fine jewelry brand featuring lab-grown diamonds, breaks down which styles are right for your Valentine's D...
Filing small business taxes for the first time (or any time, really) can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to totally ruin your month. While the Internal Revenue Service, or IRS, is going to want to account for your earnings, they try to make it easy for you by providing in-depth resources on taxes for small business owners—and you can complete most federal tax returns online. If you're just getting started and this is your first year filing taxes as an entrepreneur, NEXT will help you get s...
January 25, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate has voted to confirm Scott Bessent to be the Treasury Secretary. Bessent is the latest Trump nominee to be confirmed. Both U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Alabama) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) supported Bessent's confirmation. Bessent's nomination was confirmed by a very bipartisan vote of 68 to 29. Senator Britt released a statement after voting to confirm Scott Bessent to be President Trump's Secretary of the Treasury. "After meeting wit...
As winter settles in, camping opportunities become more limited in most parts of the United States. However, for much of the South—as well as RVers and ambitious cold-weather enthusiasts—camping season never ends. Throughout national forests across the U.S., year-round camping options are abundant, offering many amenities and accessibility options. Outwander used Forest Service data from the Department of Agriculture to identify Alabama campgrounds in national forests available throughout the...
January 28, 2025 – WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Senate voted to confirm Sean Duffy to be the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. Duffy's confirmation is the seventh member of the Trump cabinet to be confirmed by the Senate. Both U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Alabama) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) voted in favor of Duffy. Senator released a following statement after voting to confirm former-U.S. Representative Sean Duffy to be President Trump's Secretary of Transportation. Duffy's nomination was...
Washington D.C. - U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) joined more than 150 House Democrats in sending a letter to the Trump Administration after President Trump issued an executive order on his first day in office that could pause all disbursements of Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding immediately. Neither the vaguely worded executive order nor a follow-up memorandum from Trump's Office of Management and Budget Acting Director Matthew Vaeth and National Economic...
January 28, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) spoke on the Senate floor in support of President Donald J. Trump's (R) efforts to restore the integrity of America's immigration system. This effort to pass meaningful, targeted immigration enforcement bills began last week with the passage of the Laken Riley Act. "January 2025 has been a turning point for the United States of America," said Senator Britt on the Senate floor. " . . . Not only did President Trump turn o...
January 28, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The new and returning members of the Alabama Board of Education were sworn in by Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court Sarah Stewart (R) in the old House Chambers of Alabama's historic 1859 Capital Building. The eight-member board is being joined by Kelly Mooney (R) and Dr. Allen Long (R). Incumbent members Jackie Zeigler (R) and Dr. Tanya Chestnut (D) were sworn in to their new terms after being re-elected in November. Board members Marie Manning, Wayne...
Smartphones are an everyday part of our culture, but research on the effects of screen time might give parents pause when it comes to giving their children one of their own. Even so, smartphones allow parents to reach their children in an emergency, students to access educational materials at the stroke of a finger, and kids to find community, especially when peers of certain identity groups may be hard to find locally. Of course, with each benefit comes a new digital risk. Parents must manage t...
In recent years, more and more Americans are noting groceries as a source of financial stress. According to one report, 70% of shoppers say they struggle to pay for their groceries and 62% say they avoid buying snacks in order to save money. Americans took those concerns to the ballot box in November 2024, with 96% of voters reporting high grocery and gas prices as a factor in their decision for the presidential election. Hers set out to find how much the prices of healthy groceries have gone...
January 28, 2025 – former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. (D) added over 90,000 pages of new regulations to the Federal Register. Almost to Biden’s last days in office, teams of far left activists embedded in federal agencies were writing volumes of new regulations – many of which have not even gone into effect yet – that will cost the economy over a $trillion adding an enormous burden to farmers, schools, businesses, power companies, car manufacturers, home builders etc. The Alabama Gazette...
Winter can bring a suite of maladies: runny noses, itchy sweaters, a fluke skiing accident. But for some, the worst is Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, a depression that sets in as the days grow shorter. SAD is estimated to affect 5% of the U.S. adult population-and Lyft data would seem to confirm that. Riders are less likely to use positive words when reviewing their drivers during winter months, particularly in February, the month when SAD symptoms tend to peak in the U.S Who's Most Likely...
You likely agree that saving money is a good idea. Putting extra cash aside every month can help you reach your financial goals, whether that's building an emergency fund, going on vacation, or putting a down payment on a car or home. But wanting to save money and actually doing it are two very different things. It's easy to get caught up in day-to-day needs (and wants) and never gain any traction on savings. But don't give up. SoFi shares 33 tricks and tips that can make saving simple and...
Sometimes a limited liability company, or LLC, has a year with no business activity. For example, a newly formed LLC might not have started doing business yet, or an older LLC might have become inactive without being formally dissolved. However, even if an inactive LLC has no income or expenses for a year, it might still be required to file a federal income tax return, LegalZoom reports. Do I Need to File a Tax Return for an LLC With No Income? LLC tax filing requirements depend on how the LLC...
January 29, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Results just released from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), commonly known as America's Report Card, show Alabama students are leading the charge in post-covid academic recovery. In 4th grade math, Alabama climbed to 32nd in 2024, from a low point of 52nd in 2019, the last NAEP administered pre-covid. Alabama's 6-point scale score increase was the largest increase in the nation when it comes to 4th grade math. Notably, Alabama's gains i...
January 30, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. - A regional jet flying into D.C. from Kansas with 64 on board had in in-air collision with a military helicopter on a training mission as it approached Reagan National Airport. American Airlines announced that the commercial flight, American Eagle Flight 5432, was en route from Wichita, Kansas to Washington, D.C. The aircraft was a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet operated by American Airlines subsidiary PSA Airlines. "Our concern is for the passengers and crew...
Robert MacKenzie is an assistant fire chief—but not the kind who works for your local fire department. As the Palisades Fire bore down on Southern California last week, the private fire crew he oversees headed out to help defend homes for their customers: Insurance companies that offer wildfire protection to wealthy homeowners and others with the coverage built into their policies. Working with lists of high-risk properties provided by insurers, the team from Capstone Fire and Safety M...
Health is generally top of mind in the new year. And while going to the gym and eating better are all noble goals, more Americans are choosing to cut down on alcohol as part of starting fresh in January. The shift is largely due to "Dry January," the commitment to abstain from drinking for one month, a movement the British nonprofit Alcohol Change UK started in 2013. However, its origins trace back to WWII, when the Finnish government encouraged citizens to cut down on alcohol use to save...
