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Kenishirotie // Shutterstock Biggest sources of immigrants to Anniston Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with...
These 4 companies cash in every summer, and their stocks have followed Every summer, warm weather drives predictable shifts in consumer behavior: Families travel, airports fill up, and buildings crank up their cooling systems. The Motley Fool tested whether that seasonal pattern actually translates into stock market gains. Thirty-six publicly traded companies with a genuine reason to do more business in the summer — spanning hotels, airlines, cruise lines, HVAC and cooling providers, and s...
The pros and cons of owning a golden retriever If you’ve ever met a golden retriever, odds are you were won over fast. They have a way of greeting the world, and everyone in it, like a long-lost friend, and that easy warmth is a big part of why they remain one of the country’s most popular dogs. Still, choosing one deserves more than a gut feeling. Goldens ask real things of their owners, from steady grooming to serious exercise, and they carry a cancer risk that genuinely sets this breed apa...
Thousands of journalists are leaving newsrooms and taking marketing jobs. Here's why. Former liberal arts majors, journalists, and other lovers of the written word are flocking to a new career path: brand journalism. This type of role involves much of the same research and writing work that journalists are accustomed to, but within a business setting instead of a newsroom. Depending on their role and the brand they work for, they might be doing things like writing news coverage of an awards...
How real estate investors are using property data to find deals before they hit the market Although the median sales price of a U.S. single-family home has continued to slide since its peak in late 2022, real estate investors are still contending with a seller’s market in many parts of the U.S. In a competitive environment, the most successful investors are, more often than not, able to identify favorable properties before sellers actually list them on the market. Making a pre-market offer on a...
Concerns about hyperscale data centers being built in Alabama range from the environmental consequences, the light pollution from the data centers, the literally deafening noise pollution from such data centers, the enormous water consumption of the hyperscale data centers, the huge power consumption of the AI hyperscale data centers, and the secrecy of public officials surrounding the development of such centers. Yet, in his unequivocal support for the construction of hyperscale data centers...
As gas prices and airfare soar, is it cheaper to fly or drive when traveling on a budget? If you're traveling domestically in the U.S. and trying to save money, deciding whether to drive or fly can be an important decision. You may assume a road trip is always cheaper for those traveling on a budget, but as fuel prices surge due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, that's not necessarily true. As of July 24, 2026, AAA pegged the national average fuel price at $4.10 per gallon for regular...
When is the best time to buy a used car? The best time to buy a used car is in October and November, according to Edmunds sales data and our analysts. That's the simple answer, but what if you can't wait until then? Are there other good times to buy a used car? Are prices trending high or low now? There are many factors that determine when it's a good time to buy a used car, including how many lease returns are coming, market conditions, and even specific months when prices trend higher — all o...
August 1, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Renewed clashes between U.S. forces and Iranian-backed militants in July 2026 resulted in the deaths of four U.S. Army soldiers and injuries to more than 200 service members, marking one of the most intense periods of the conflict since hostilities resumed earlier that month. The losses have prompted scrutiny of the Pentagon's casualty reporting practices and raised questions about the evolving nature of the conflict. The Four Soldiers Killed in Action The fou...
August 1, 2026 – BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – former Republican Primary candidate Ken McFeeters has filed a motion for expedited consideration in his newest lawsuit claiming that U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) is not an Alabama resident and thus is not qualified to be the Republican nominee for Governor of Alabama. McFeeters is asking Circuit Court Judge Charles "Chuck" H. Price (D) for expedited consideration in the case which has been filed in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County. Ala...
August 1, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Republican Party State Executive Committee passed a resolution The resolution was brought from the floor by former State Representative Perry O. Hooper Jr. representing Montgomery County. "I am grateful that the Alabama Republican Party State Executive Committee passed the resolution I introduced commending the United States Supreme Court and honoring the leaders who stood firm for fairness in women's and girls' sports," Hooper said in a sta...
The states where vacation rental returns are holding and where they're falling apart Short-term vacation rentals remain a solid investment for many landlords and property managers—as long as you know where to buy. As the market has matured and become saturated in some places, owners have also had to contend with more statewide and municipal-level regulations. These conditions have forced STR investors to analyze more data than ever before in their search for profitable properties. To give you a...
More drivers are staying in their current cars. Why they should consider revisiting their original loan. With new car prices averaging $50,000 and inflation squeezing household budgets, more Americans are holding on to their car for longer. Findings from Caribou’s 2026 Car Loan Sentiment Survey of 2,000 U.S. auto loan holders suggest that this decision to stay put raises the financial stakes on loans most borrowers have never revisited. Only 29% of borrowers have ever checked whether they qualif...
August 2, 2026 – OREGON – The Oregon Department of Agriculture announced that scrapie has been detected in sheep slaughtered there. This is the first documented case of scrapie in the USA in the last five years. Scrapie is a rare neurological disease in a sheep comparable to chronic wasting disease in deer and mad cow disease in cattle. Scrapie is difficult to detect. It can be fatal in sheep and goats but does not seem to be a human health risk. Animals that appear perfectly healthy can har...
August 3, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Christian Coalition of Alabama and Eagle Forum PAC have both endorsed Hampton Harris for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District ahead of the August 11 Republican special primary. The Christian Coalition of Alabama works to advance Biblical principles in the public square. Its stated mission includes defending life from conception to natural death, protecting families as God designed them, guarding religious liberty, and equipping Christians to engage in...
August 3, 2026 - TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham is a Birmingham senior living community that upon its recent sale in May of this year featured 38 independent living, 24 assisted living, and 25 memory care residences. The Regency Retirement Village of Tuscaloosa upon its purchase in May consisted of 26 independent living residences and 81 assisted living and memory care residences, for a total of 107 residences. The sale in May was brokered on behalf of the Tennes...
As more unmarried couples buy homes, financial conversations are becoming essential Owning a home is still a big part of the American dream. Getting there, however, looks very different from what it did for previous generations. People still buy homes today (sales increased by 3.2% in May 2026, according to the National Association of Realtors), but they face higher hurdles, such as the exorbitant cost of living and soaring housing prices. One way to overcome these hurdles is to buy a home with...
Saving for children: A goal-based guide to Trump Accounts, 529s, Roth IRAs and custodial accounts Someone seeing an ad for Trump Accounts might wonder: How is this different from the 529 plan and custodial account I already set up? Why would I open a retirement account for my 5-year-old? Those questions get to the real issue: These accounts aren’t interchangeable, and the right choice depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. Many American families are trying to balance two priorities: sav...
August 3, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA), operator of MAX Transit, is proud to announce it has received two national awards from the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) during the organization's 55th National Meeting & Training Conference in Washington, D.C. The awards were presented on July 28, 2026, during COMTO's annual Industry Awards Ceremony, which recognizes outstanding leadership, innovation, and excellence across...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) today introduced the Postal Executive Responsibility, Fiscal Oversight, and Results-based Management (PERFORM) Act. The legislation would ensure the Postmaster General's performance pay reflects actual performance by prohibiting bonuses when the United States Postal Service (USPS) fails to meet basic financial, operational, or reporting standards. "In just about any profession, you don't get rewarded for...
August 3, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – U.S. Attorney Phillip W. Williams Jr. joined Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald of the Justice Department's National Fraud Enforcement Division, other Department of Justice leaders, and federal and state law enforcement partners for a press conference announcing a series of significant fraud enforcement actions across the Southeastern United States. The Northern District of Alabama was one of the few chosen to speak at the press event due to the recent...
MOBILE, AL – Natalia Mitchell of Fairhope, Alabama, was sentenced to 48 months in prison for tampering with evidence in a federal drug conspiracy. According to court documents, on the evening of October 8, 2025, a federal defendant called Mitchell on a recorded telephone line from the Baldwin County Corrections Center. During the call, the defendant instructed Mitchell to remove drugs and a firearm from the defendant's property and deliver them to another individual. Mitchell stated that she h...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Two men have been charged in federal court for their alleged roles in a scheme to acquire and sell counterfeit United States postage stamps. On April 21, 2026, a federal grand jury returned an indictment charging John Patrick Best, 55, of Hoschton, Georgia, and Kevin Douglas Padgett, 48, of Phenix City, Alabama, with conspiracy to commit money laundering related to the purchase and distribution of large quantities of counterfeit postage stamps. The indictment further charges...
August 4, 2026 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin responded to critics by releasing a statement claiming that under his leadership, "Immigration and Customs Enforcement is turning up the heat on criminal illegal aliens to fulfill President Donald Trump's promise to make America safe again." "With more than a month of summer left, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is turning up the heat on criminal illegal aliens to fulfill President Don...
5 cybersecurity regulations healthcare organizations can't afford to overlook in 2026 As AI and automation increasingly become embedded into healthcare operations, securing these technologies becomes critical, especially for organizations managing protected health information (PHI), which are frequent targets for cybersecurity threats such as data breaches and unauthorized access. To safeguard this sensitive data, regulatory agencies like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (...
