The people's voice of reason
The people's voice of reason
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Only What Matters. Three simple words printed on T-shirts for outdoor ministry expos at Selwood Farm capture the purpose of Dell and Carolyn Hill's life - one refined through hardship, providence and service. "Sharing the gospel is the bottom line," said Dell, who received the Alabama Farmers Federation Service to Agriculture Award at its annual meeting today in Montgomery. "I pray fervently we are good stewards of what God has entrusted us. It's a business, so income has to exceed expenses,...
Rick Pate's down-to-earth demeanor and preference for practical solutions has helped him lead the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries (ADAI) for the last six years. As commissioner, Pate has balanced regulatory responsibilities while investing in programs to help farmers. Many of those producers were on hand today when Pate received the Alabama Farmers Federation Service to Agriculture Award during the organization's annual meeting in Montgomery. Pate said he's humbled to accept the a...
For many, travelling is a necessary indulgence and a cultural reset. A recent survey from the health insurance company, Manitoba Blue Cross, found that 79% of Canadians are planning on taking a trip outside of their province or territory this year, which is up ten points from last year, illustrating a widespread optimism about travelling even in the face of financial barriers such as the cost of living hike. As a result, the notion of travel hacking has grown in popularity for those looking to...
December 6, 2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) joined U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana) in demanding answers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) after reports found that an NIH-funded researcher intentionally withheld scientific data from the American public showing puberty blockers do not improve the mental health of children with "gender dysphoria." "The events in England serve as a warning about the dangers of researchers withholding their fin...
Pearl Harbor is an important U.S. Navy base in Hawaii; however, on Dec. 7, 1941, war erupted on this idyllic island when the Japanese Imperial Navy attacked and destroyed most of the U.S. Pacific Fleet based there. Thousands of American soldiers and sailors were killed on that day. Japan had not declared war on the United States prior to the surprise attack. World War II began on September 1, 1939, when the German Chancellor Adolf Hitler invaded Poland defying international treaties he had made...
December 6, 2024 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Alabama) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) recognized the fallen sailors, including Joshua Kaleb Watson of Alabama, who were killed in a terrorist attack on December 6, 2019. "Today, on the anniversary of the terrorist attack on the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, we honor the heroism of Alabamian Joshua Kaleb Watson, who ran towards danger, knowingly risking his own life, to save others. Ensign Watson was a true American hero who...
Dr. Paul Patterson has held countless conversations with students, faculty, staff, alumni and stakeholders during his tenure at Auburn University (AU). As College of Agriculture dean and director of the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES), he's not just heard their concerns. He's listened. Patterson has used feedback to improve AU's agricultural programs while strengthening trust with groups such as the Alabama Farmers Federation. For that impact, he received the Federation's Service...
December 7, 2024 - President-elect Donald J. Trump (R) joined French President Emanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral. The historic cathedral was largely destroyed by a Muslim arsonist in 2019. Rebuilding the historic cathedral in Paris has been a major effort on the part of the French government. "It is a great honor for French people to welcome you five years later and you were at that time president the first time," said...
December 5, 2024 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) hosted 96 Correctional Officer Trainees (COTs) set to graduate from the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Academy. No job is more in short supply in the state of Alabama and no need is more critical in this tight labor environment for state government. The governor was thrilled to greet this massive class of graduates, the largest during her tenure, on the front steps of the Governor's Mansion. After the governor offered he...
December 3, 2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) met with former Congressman Doug Collins, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA). Improving the performance of the Veterans Administration at delivering services to veterans has been a priority for Sen. Tuberville in the four years that he has served om the Semate. During the meeting, they talked about streamlining and cutting regulations in the VA to ensure every veteran gets the best care pos...
It is Christmas time and Martha Simmons is collecting Christmas cards from school children for our veterans in the Montgomery area....
December 8, 2024 – DAMASCUIS, SYRIA – the Syrian capital of Damascus fell without a fight after longtime Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, along with his wife and three children, got on a plane and left the country for Moscow. The Russians say that he has left the country and left instructions with them on the transfer of power. The Assad family rose to power in Syria on November 11, 1970, when Hafez al-Assad seized power in a coup over other factions of the Ba'ath party and ruled with an iro...
December 14,2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) spoke with Linda McMahon – President-elect Donald J. Trump's (R) pick to lead the U.S. Department of Education. "I enjoyed meeting with Linda McMahon this afternoon," said Sen. Tuberville in a statement. "She is a strong advocate for school choice, and the right person to clean out the bureaucratic nightmare at the Department of Education." On Wednesday, Sen. Tuberville spoke about his meeting with McMaho...
December 14, 2024 – NEW YORK, NY - ABC News and anchor George Stephanopoulos have agreed to settle a defamation suit brought by President-elect Donald J. Trump. The networks has agreed to issue a public apology and pay the Trump presidential library $15 million. The settlement avoids the specter of a sitting President of the United States having to testify in a civil trial. The settlement was reached prior to the beginning of court-ordered depositions in which both Trump and Stephanopoulos w...
December 11, 2024 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) spoke with Alabama reporters and journalists about his recent meeting with Kash Patel, President Donald J. Trump's choice to be the next director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). "I met with Kash Patel, President Trump's nominee to be the FBI director," said Sen. Tuberville. Sen. Tuberville has been a critic of the FBI's conduct under outgoing Director Christopher Wray: the raid on President Tru...
December 16, 2024 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Alabama Wellness Alliance (AWA) is excited to announce the "For Every Body" campaign, which encourages healthy lifestyle behaviors and access to resources for all Alabamians, regardless of age, race, size or ability level. The campaign includes social media graphics and messages that can be utilized to increase awareness of the Alabama Physical Activity and Nutrition Plan (ALPAN), promote state and local events, promote healthy behaviors, encourage use...
The portion of Americans contributing more than a third of their income to rent has been rising for the past two decades, and today, it sits at around half of all renters, according to recently released Census data collected in 2023. Since 2021, the cost of housing has been one of the most persistent and potent forces driving a rising cost of living around the nation. Even as the rate of price increases has neared previous norms, the remaining upward pressure on inflation is almost entirely...
As the song goes, it's the most wonderful time of the year. The holidays are expected to be a joyful, harmonious, and celebratory time of year… but for many, it can also bring a mix of emotional flashpoints. The festive season is emotionally charged, filled with family dynamics, social expectations, and often, financial pressures. While it's a time for celebrating with loved ones, reflecting on the year, and resetting for the future, it can also trigger mental health challenges. Though these m...
Dually pickup trucks are an icon of American might. They're one of the most capable heavy-duty trucks you can buy, designed and engineered to possess immense towing capacity. There isn't much you can't haul with one of these focused beasts. In fact, most wouldn't break a sweat fulfilling any weekend warrior's requirements, or demolishing a house, like in the hit 1989 action film "Lethal Weapon 2." There is a serious game of brinksmanship among these truck-makers—it seems like every year or so t...
December 16, 2024 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) said that she loves Alabama and the nation and that is worth fighting for. Sen. Britt made the comments on the 13th & Park podcast with host Adam Goodman. Britt was discussing her priorities in the upcoming Trump Administration, her bipartisan legislation to address our youth mental health crisis, and how she plans to continue to fight for Alabamians in the United States Senate. "I love my state, I believe in my s...
December 16, 2024 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has sent a letter to President Joe Biden and Archivist of the United States Colleen Shogan, urging them to uphold the rule of law by adhering to constitutional procedures regarding the expired Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and honoring the litigation agreement the Archivist reached with Alabama, Louisiana, and South Dakota related to the ERA. The letter comes in response to reports of a pressure campaign seeking to have...
December 17, 2024 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-Saks), the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered remarks at a CSIS Aerospace Security Project event reflecting on the Space Force's accomplishments and mission five years after its creation.. "It's hard to believe five years have passed since we created the Space Force," said Chairman Rogers. "That period of time around its creation was certainly unique. Complete with a Netflix series to poke fun at it...
For the first time in several decades, Americans are seeing a significant increase in the portion of their budgets dedicated to buying food. That's according to a recent study from the Department of Agriculture's research arm, a finding that bucks a long-term trend in which advancements in food processing and production have kept food prices low enough to be a relatively minimal expense in household budgets over the decades. New variables including climate change, war, disease, a rapidly rising...
PJM Interconnection, which manages the power grid across 13 states, reported earlier this year that there was an unprecedented increase in electricity prices. Their main job is to make sure there's always enough electricity available, especially when everyone's using a lot of it, like during a heatwave. To do this, they run auctions where power plants bid to supply electricity. The winning plants get paid to be on standby, ready to deliver power when needed. During the latest auction, power...
December 17, 2024 – GULF SHORES, AL – a self-proclaimed local militia leader was shot and killed by agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) who were conducting a search warrant of his home. Randles had posted a manifesto, he entitled as the Paul evere Report, in which he accused the Baldwin County Sheriff's Department, the District Attorney's office, the Foley Police Department, and other courts and government entities in Baldwin, Mobile, and Ohio of exceeding their con...
