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Your equity is about to become real money. Are you ready? SpaceX. Anthropic. OpenAI. The IPO conversation is louder right now than it’s been in years. If you hold equity at any of these companies, the next few months could be the most financially consequential of your career, not just because of what your equity could be worth, but also because of how much of it you stand to lose to taxes, timing mistakes, and concentration risk if you don't plan. These high stakes don’t just apply to tri...
What 37 election experts say could disrupt the 2026 elections There are always unanswered questions heading into any election. But usually those questions are more along the lines of “who’s going to win?” and less “will the federal government interfere with the election?” But here in 2026, President Donald Trump’s broadsides against the legitimacy of U.S. elections and efforts to overhaul election laws have generated lots of uncertainty — and anxiety — about whether this will be a normal electi...
Finance teams are using AI more than you think Ask most people outside of a finance department how much they think finance teams use artificial intelligence, and they'll likely underestimate it. That's one of the findings revealed inside the 2026 AI in Finance Report, where about a third of respondents say their team uses AI more than outsiders realize. It makes sense when you consider how AI actually shows up in finance work today. It's not always visible. It runs in the background of invoice p...
Energy stocks: The effect of the Feb. 28 strikes on Iran on shares of popular energy companies The escalation of conflict in the Middle East following the U.S.-Israeli military strikes on Iran on Feb. 28, 2026, sent shockwaves through the energy industry and financial markets. Oil prices surged amid global supply fears tied to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, and investors rushed to reposition for higher crude valuations. According to the data, there was plenty of upside. To add to the...
April 16, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 342, the Let the Kids Play! Act, into law, legislation designed to reinforce existing state law and prevent discrimination against students participating in athletics while benefiting from the CHOOSE Act. "The Let the Kids Play Act stands up for students and families who followed the law and played by the rules," said Governor Ivey. "The CHOOSE Act was designed to expand educational opportunities for all A...
Dr. Matthew J. Memoli, an infectious disease physician‑scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), emerged as one of the most prominent internal critics of COVID‑19 vaccine mandates during the pandemic. His position-rare inside a federal research agency that strongly supported mass vaccination-placed him in a politically and professionally precarious position. According to publicly available reporting and documentation, Memoli feared that his dissent could cost him his job, damage his...
April 16, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey has signed several bills into law this session to improve the availability and delivery of healthcare services for all Alabamians. She also signed a bill to encourage people using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to make healthier choices in their food purchases. "In December, I announced Alabama's participation in a new Trump Administration program funded by the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' passed by Congress to expand r...
April 10, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday marked nine years since being sworn in as the 54th Governor of the State of Alabama, a milestone that cements her as the longest consecutively serving governor in state history. Her tenure, which began on April 10, 2017, has been defined by major policy initiatives, economic expansion, and a series of reforms that have reshaped multiple sectors of state government. Over the past nine years, Alabama has experienced record‑setting e...
Why direct mail is making a comeback: Small businesses turn to mailboxes to beat digital fatigue The economics of digital attention are reaching a breaking point for small business owners. According to the WordStream 2025 Google Ads Benchmarks, cost-per-click (CPC) increased for 87% of industries last year. For a lean enterprise, this inflation represents a significant drain on working capital. While the digital-first giants are chasing clicks, the mailbox is quietly becoming the most reliable...
How to save money on any budget When you’re already living paycheck to paycheck, learning how to budget to save money can feel out of reach. Rent, groceries, gas—it all adds up quickly. In fact, about one-third of U.S. adults say they’re living paycheck to paycheck, and more than 40% spend their paycheck within the first three days of receiving it. But don’t despair. Even if your budget is stretched thin, you can still start saving. "The most common thing I hear from people I work with is, ‘I...
April 17, 2026 – WASHINGTON, D.C. - Acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons will be leaving the Department of Homeland Security at the end of May. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced the move on Thursday, praising Lyons' service and confirming that he will transition to the private sector. Lyons sent an emailed statement to ICE employees. ".Transition and Gratitude as the Mission Continues," Lyons began. "I want to share with you directly t...
April 18, 2026 - HUEYTOWN, Ala. - Congressional candidate Case Dixon sharply criticized Rep. Gary Palmer after Palmer voted Thursday night in favor of H. Res. 1175, the procedural rule governing debate on H.R. 8035, legislation to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Dixon argued that the vote signaled support for extending what he described as unconstitutional surveillance powers. "Last night, my opponent voted for H. Res. 1175-the rule for considering...
April 12, 2026 – OPELIKA, Ala. – Controversial pastor and schoolmaster Dean Odle has endorsed Terri LaPoint in the Republican primary in Alabama Congressional District 3. "I give my wholehearted endorsement to Terri LaPoint for U.S. Congress District 3 in the Republican Primary on May 19, 2026," LaPoint said in a statement. "I have been able to get to know Terri since 2020 and her heart to bless and protect the children and families of Alabama is unmatched. She has been in the fight against cor...
April 17, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey has signed into law legislation passed this session to expand benefits for Alabama Guard personnel, veterans and their families. These new laws will improve education and workforce training assistance for Guardsmen, offer temporary teaching certification for veterans and expand employment opportunities for military and veteran spouses. "Alabamians are among the most patriotic Americans and their dedication to protect our country and s...
The campus of Judson College, an historic private Christian college for women in Marion, Alabama that closed its doors to instruction and students in 2021, has officially been sold to Monarch Property Management, LLC. The announcement was made in an e-mail that was sent to all of the alumnae of Judson College by Daphne R. Robinson on behalf of The Judson College Foundation Board on Thursday evening. The e-mail stated that the property consisting of 150 to 151 acres located at 302 Bibb Street,...
April 18, 2026 - HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A 19‑year‑old Alabama A&M University student was shot and killed inside a Huntsville apartment earlier this month, prompting an hours‑long manhunt that ended with the arrest of the suspected gunman. Police have identified the victim as Nadiya Dayana Elise Perkins, a freshman criminal justice major from Montgomery. The Shooting Huntsville Police responded to Candlewood Apartments off Julia Street around 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, after receiving repor...
Currency and commodity hedging for middle markets More than five years of cross‑current volatility in currencies, commodities and interest rates has middle market companies thinking longer and acting faster about hedging risk. Markets moved hard in 2025: The dollar sold off roughly 10% in the first half, then settled into a tighter range, reminding treasurers that timing and tenor matter. "We’ve seen all kinds of things happen. What we’ve mainly seen is a real push to look at longe...
Wedding travel trends and honeymoon ideas 2026 Weddings used to be all about The Big Day. But a major shift is underway. Instead of focusing on a single event and all its accompanying details, weddings have become a full-blown era that includes destination proposals, multi-day nuptials, and honeymoons that span multiple stops. Travel is increasingly central to how couples plan and experience this chapter of their lives. Rather than sticking to traditional rules and formats, they’re crafting i...
April 15, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined 12 of his Republican colleagues in sending a letter to Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Daniel Driscoll, urging the agency to cease enforcement of a vacated Biden-era rule that classified certain braced pistols as short-barrel rifles under the National Firearms Act (NFA). "In our view, the Final Rule cannot be salvaged either in substance or in form. We believe t...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of April 20. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.82 --- Alabama average: $3.76 - Week change: -$0.13 (-3.2%) - Year change: +$1.07 (+38.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.35 - Week change: -$0.12 (-2.2%) - Year change: +$2.03 (+6...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of April 20. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.68 --- Alabama average: $3.76 - Week change: -$0.15 (-3.9%) - Year change: +$0.95 (+34.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $5.21 - Week change: -$0.23 (-4.3%) - Year change: +$1.96 (+60.1%) - Historical...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of April 20. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.70 --- Alabama average: $3.76 - Week change: -$0.11 (-3.0%) - Year change: +$0.96 (+35.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $5.24 - Week change: -$0.16 (-2.9%) - Year change: +$1.99...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of April 20. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.73 --- Alabama average: $3.76 - Week change: -$0.15 (-3.8%) - Year change: +$1.04 (+38.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $5.33 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.1%) - Year change: +$2.17 (+68.6%) -...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of April 20. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.69 --- Alabama average: $3.76 - Week change: -$0.10 (-2.7%) - Year change: +$0.95 (+34.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $5.22 - Week change: -$0.20 (-3.7%) - Year change: +$1.99 (+61.4%) - Historical...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of April 20. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.78 --- Alabama average: $3.76 - Week change: -$0.09 (-2.4%) - Year change: +$1.01 (+36.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.27 - Week change: -$0.15 (-2.7%) - Year change: +$2.03 (+62.4%) -...
