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Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 5. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.47 --- Alabama average: $2.53 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.5%) - Year change: -$0.24 (-8.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.17 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.3%) - Year change: -$0.15 (-4.6%)...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 5. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.46 --- Alabama average: $2.53 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.5%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.26 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.04...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 5. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.46 --- Alabama average: $2.53 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.33 (-11.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.15 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.1%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 5. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.48 --- Alabama average: $2.53 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.3%) - Year change: -$0.23 (-8.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.22 - Week change: +$0.00 (+0.1%) - Year change: -$0.03...
Actors with the most Golden Globe wins of all time The Golden Globes are eagerly anticipated every year by stars and fans alike as the world waits to see who will take home the coveted awards. Established in 1944 by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the awards were created to recognize achievements in entertainment for both foreign and domestic films and television. It started as a more casual affair, taking place at 20th Century Fox Studios as an informal lunch, but has evolved into a...
What therapists tell clients about getting through January The holidays are over, the credit card bill just hit, and the sun sets at 4:47 p.m. If you’re feeling more drained than motivated right now, there’s a biological reason: Research shows that mood-regulating serotonin activity drops during darker months, while melatonin production increases. In other words, your body is telling you to slow down just when society tells you to hustle harder. That tension is exactly why January is one of the...
What cities have the biggest housing shortage? Housing affordability and availability are top of mind for buyers and homeowners all over the country. Housing prices nationwide have increased about 25% since the start of the pandemic in 2020, which is largely a result of housing demand exceeding the current supply. According to Freddie Mac, there’s a U.S. housing shortage of 3.7 million units as of the third quarter of 2024. In other words, there are 3.7 million more individuals or families who n...
The 8 fastest growing small businesses in food, restaurants and beverages for 2026 From functional foods to global flavors, the U.S. food and beverage landscape is shifting fast, driven by wellness, cultural exploration and changing consumer expectations. For entrepreneurs, these changes aren’t just trends; they’re opportunities to build businesses and fill a niche. Across restaurants, packaged goods, catering and specialty retail, small businesses are leading the charge. NEXT compiled a lis...
January 6, 2025 -hoover - James "Jimmy" Dees, a Republican police detective from south Alabama, has officially qualified for the race for U.S. House of Representatives in Alabama's 1st Congressional District. "President Trump and his administration is continuing to set the country up for success. Now it is the responsibility of Congress to begin putting these changes into law. I support the entire Republican Platform," Dees said on his campaign website. Dees said that he is particularly...
January 5, 2025 - HOOVER - Congressman Robert Aderholt officially qualified to seek reelection to represent Alabama's Fourth Congressional District. Aderholt said that he was continuing his long-standing commitment to putting the needs of North Alabama first. Congressman Aderholt officially qualifies for reelection at the Alabama GOP Headquarters in Hoover, Alabama with his wife Caroline looking on. According to his campaign, throughout his service in Congress, Aderholt has made constituent...
January 6, 2026 – WASHINGTON, D,C. – In January the United States undertook the most sweeping revision of its childhood immunization schedule in decades, reducing the number of universally recommended vaccines from 17 diseases to 11. The move was announced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and approved by Acting Director Jim O'Neill. President Donald J. Trump (R) said on Truth Social, "Today, the Trump Administration is proud to announce the United States of America's upd...
Analyzing the growing role of real estate in intergenerational wealth As older generations (particularly Baby Boomers and the Silent Generation) retire or pass away, their assets are transferred to heirs, who are largely family members. According to a recent report from Cerulli, approximately $124 trillion will move from older generations to Gen Xers and Millennials by 2048. This means the United States will experience a historic intergenerational wealth transfer over the next two decades....
Minimum payments myth and more decoded: What 50% of U.S. consumers don’t know about managing credit wisely Your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your financial life, yet it remains a mystery to many. To find out what people really know about their credit, Credit One Bank conducted a survey in November with 1,000 U.S. consumers — asking them about everything from where they learned about credit to how scores are calculated. What was discovered? A lot of confusion and cos...
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Oral Health Office announces the winners of the ninth annual smile photo contest for third grade students in Alabama. The students will be spotlighted in marketing campaigns to promote children's oral health in the state, especially during February, National Children's Dental Health Month. A boy and a girl were chosen from photo submissions as the overall winners of the "Share Your Smile with Alabama" campaign for 2026. Winners are Kaydense...
The rule of seconds: A safe following distance on the highway Following too closely behind another vehicle, or tailgating, is one of the most common causes of car accidents across the country. Rear-end accidents often lead to serious injuries, including whiplash, even when they occur at a slow speed. For this reason, drivers should always keep a safe distance between their cars and the vehicles ahead of them in traffic. As a driver, you may wonder what constitutes a “safe distance.” Some sta...
5 reasons to think twice before accepting a quick settlement after an accident After an accident, you may feel overwhelmed and eager to put the ordeal behind you. Unfortunately, insurance companies know that and often present accident settlement offers quickly, hoping you will accept without fully understanding your rights or the true value of your claim. Some Reasons Not to Accept the First Settlement Offer When insurance adjusters contact you with first settlement offers, remember that...
November 5, 2025 – AUBURN UNIVERSITY – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) spoke to thousands of persons about the legacy of the late Charlie Kirk at the Turning Point USA event in Auburn. “It was great to host Turning Pont USA at Auburn University last night,” said Sen. Tuberville in a statement after speaking at the event. “You know I was encouraged to see 6,000 patriotic students come out to this event. Very important, At Auburn we are usued to seeing students lined up at Neville t...
Imagine driving down a busy road in Eastchase, surrounded by new shops and homes popping up everywhere. That sense of growth brings excitement, but it also raises questions about safety. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Department steps up with a smart move: the grand opening of their new substation on November 13, 2025. This outpost promises quicker help and stronger ties to the neighborhood. The Eastchase Expansion: A Demand for Increased Visibility Eastchase has changed fast. New stores draw c...
(Montgomery, Ala) – Alabama Attorney General Marshall joined a brief challenging a Colorado school district's policy that uses a student's self-professed gender identity rather than biological sex to room students together on field trips and sporting events. A federal district court dismissed a lawsuit brought by parents challenging the policy. Attorney General Marshall joined a 21-state brief in support of the parents' appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. The brief a...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced significant results from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) recent coordinated efforts with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through ALEA's Motor Carrier Safety Unit (MCSU). This partnership, initiated October 27, has yielded substantial operational successes and strengthened public safety along Alabama's major interstate corridors. Since the collaboration began, ALEA's MCSU has assisted in the detention of 82 i...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Gary Palmer (R-AL), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment, has introduced the Air Permitting Improvements to Protect National Security Act, a bill aimed at modernizing the Clean Air Act to better support America's critical manufacturing and mineral sectors. The legislation seeks to address what Palmer describes as "permitting gridlock" that delays the development of facilities essential to U.S. economic stability and national...
How Google organized opposition to a California privacy proposal In April, Rhode Island resident Navah Hopkins received a plea for her help to defeat legislation thousands of miles away in California. The ask came from Google, maker of the world’s most used web browser, Chrome. The tech giant sent a message to an email list that Hopkins and other small business owners were subscribed to. Google’s request: To sign a petition opposing Assembly Bill 566, which would require browsers to provide use...
The 20 cheapest places in the Northern Hemisphere to ski this winter As snowflakes start to settle on mountain peaks, ski enthusiasts eagerly anticipate another season of powdery trails, cozy lodges, and the thrill of the descent. Yet, in recent years, the allure of skiing has been shadowed by an undeniable reality: The rising cost of hitting the slopes in the United States and Canada. Looking at the top three ski resorts in the U.S. and Canada, you can expect to spend an average of $155 for a...
Regulations can create the monopolies they’re meant to prevent Why do large companies sometimes lobby for regulation in their own industries? When major crypto exchanges advocate for licensing or tech companies urge regulation of artificial intelligence, the explanation may be simpler than it appears: These companies understand how regulatory costs affect market structure. In this article, The Dispatch examines how regulatory compliance costs affect market competition across various industries....
December 4, 2025 - BALDWIN COUNTY - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement this week of three Republican candidates for the Baldwin County Commission. They are Richard Cox, District 1; Angelo Fermo, District 2; and John "Tater" Harris, District 4. "These are outstanding candidates who have invested their careers, personal lives and professional time in Baldwin County. They have a vested interest in our future," said Hope Cassebaum, president of the Baldwin County Farmers...
