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pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 4. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.94 --- Alabama average: $3.97 - Week change: +$0.21 (+5.5%) - Year change: +$1.22 (+44.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.20 - Week change: +$0.04 (+0.8%) - Year change: +$1.91 (+57.8%) -...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 4. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.95 --- Alabama average: $3.97 - Week change: +$0.22 (+5.8%) - Year change: +$1.21 (+44.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $5.25 - Week change: +$0.09 (+1.7%) - Year change: +$1.90 (+57.0%) - His...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 4. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.90 --- Alabama average: $3.97 - Week change: +$0.16 (+4.3%) - Year change: +$1.14 (+41.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $5.07 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year change: +$1.82 (+55.9%) -...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 4. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.99 --- Alabama average: $3.97 - Week change: +$0.25 (+6.6%) - Year change: +$1.26 (+46.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.31 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%) - Year change: +$1.87 (+54.3%) - Historical...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 4. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.97 --- Alabama average: $3.97 - Week change: +$0.17 (+4.4%) - Year change: +$1.23 (+45.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.26 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.3%) - Year change: +$1.94 (+58.5%) - His...
May 5, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) announced that he has asked a federal court to lift the injunctions that prevents the state from using the Congressional map that the Republican controlled state Legislature drew in a 2023 special session after the court threw out the Legislature's previous map. Marshall is asking that the court rule in Alabama's favor after the Supreme Court decision in Louisiana where a 6 to 3 majority of the court ruled that...
May 6, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Legislature voted to pass controversial legislation that could potentially lead to a special election if the Supreme Court rules in the state's favor on Congressional Districting. House Bill one (HB1) is sponsored by State Representative Chris Pringle (R-Mobile). Governor Kay Ivey (R) called this first 2026 special legislative session following last week's U.S. Supreme Court landmark ruling in Louisiana v. Callais which ruled a congressional map in...
9% of small businesses say this is the key to AI visibility There is good news for every small business owner who’s been terrified of AI. The one thing most likely to make you show up in an AI search result is the same thing that’s always helped small businesses grow: your reputation. Global Payments recently surveyed 1,000 U.S. small business owners (SMBs) on how they’re thinking about AI. When the researchers asked what matters most for showing up when a customer uses an AI platform to find a...
How to talk with kids about inappropriate content online Parents often feel pressure to get conversations about inappropriate content exactly right. But Marilyn Evans, founder of Parents Aware, says waiting for the “perfect moment” can do more harm than good. Her work focuses on helping families navigate how children encounter and process explicit content online—and how to talk about it before it happens. Why? Studies show that 1 in 12 children can be exposed to inappropriate content onlin...
How to budget for home renovations Your house is more than just a place where you live—it’s your home, your sanctuary, a space where memories are made. It’s no wonder, then, that many homeowners invest time and resources to make it the best it can be. A survey of more than 30,000 U.S. homeowners found that 56% of them tackled a renovation project in 2023, with the median amount spent reaching $24,000—up $9,000 since 2020. Homeowners are undoubtedly pleased with all those updated kitchen...
Automation is coming for business admin, and that’s a good thing: Why entity management tech is becoming standard practice As businesses continue modernizing their operations in 2026, digital entity management platforms are replacing spreadsheets, paper records, and manual compliance tracking, signaling a broader shift toward automated business governance. Few conversations about business modernization begin with corporate recordkeeping. But they probably should. For decades, the a...
sommai damrongpanich // Shutterstock From bouquets to filet mignon: What Instacart orders reveal about the best Mother's Day gifts in Alabama Mother's Day topped every other holiday for gift orders in 2025. Flowers, gourmet dinners, sweet treats — here's what customers sent and cooked for the special moms in their lives. Key Takeaways - Mother's Day was the #1 day for gift orders in 2025, with customers placing gift orders 18 times more often than average. - Over half of Mother's Day gift o...
Meet the AI fighting crime before it happens "The nature of threats facing public spaces and critical infrastructure has changed," said Harry Mead, CEO and cofounder of London-based AI security startup Augur, referring to the rise of so-called "grey zone" attacks in Europe. These threats, often coordinated by hostile actors to try to destabilize democratic nations, have targeted electricity grids, satellite communications, and transport infrastructure, and Mead is using AI to fight back....
MONTGOMERY - May 7, 2026 - Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that more than $7.6 million in state transportation funding is being awarded to 26 city and county road projects across Alabama, marking the first round of 2026 grants under the state's Rebuild Alabama Act. The funding comes through the Alabama Department of Transportation's Annual Grant Program, which was created as part of the 2019 Rebuild Alabama Act. The law requires ALDOT to set aside at least $10 million each year from the...
As enrollment falls, old schools find new life as apartments In a once-thriving neighborhood in the southeast part of Atlanta, Lakewood Elementary served families who came to work at the General Motors assembly plant, a sprawling 100-acre landmark that became a path toward economic mobility for entry-level workers. At its height in the late 1970s, the plant employed as many as 5,700 people. But by the early ‘90s, when Gloria Hawkins-Wynn moved into the community, signs of decline were e...
Why people still worry about EV range For years, range anxiety has cropped up as a major factor holding people back from switching to an EV (electric vehicle). In dealer showrooms, family group chats, comment sections and road trip planning chats alike, questions are asked: Will it get me there? What do I do if things do not go to plan? Those concerns have not vanished, but it’s also no longer a simple conversation about how far an EV can drive on a single charge, or whether there will be a c...
1 ChatGPT examples that show its capabilities and limitations in 2026 ChatGPT can do a lot more than answer trivia questions. Marketers, writers, and business owners use it every day to draft content, brainstorm ideas, write emails, and automate repetitive tasks. But not every use case delivers the same value, and the gap between a good prompt and a bad one can mean the difference between a usable output and wasted time. This guide from WebFX breaks down 10 real ChatGPT examples across...
Survey finds failure doesn't scare founders, and most say they would try again Founders are launching companies at record levels despite high failure rates and economic uncertainty. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, Americans filed over 532,000 new business applications in January 2026. But a startup doesn’t equal success. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that approximately 4 in 5 businesses survive their first year, but that rate declines to about 50% by year five. However, fear of f...
May 9, 2026 - RICHMOND, Va. - The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday delivered a major setback to Democrats ahead of the fall midterms, striking down a redistricting referendum that had been expected to dramatically reshape the state's congressional landscape. The ruling invalidates the newly adopted congressional map that Democrats hoped would expand their projected advantage from the current 6–5 split to a commanding 10–1 edge. Instead, the court's decision effectively resets the red...
The United States military has struck and disabled two Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman, marking the latest escalation in a conflict that has strained a fragile ceasefire and disrupted global energy markets. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said the tankers were attempting to breach an American naval blockade of Iran's ports when they were hit. A Direct Hit on Two Tankers CENTCOM confirmed that a U.S. Navy fighter jet fired precision munitions into the smokestacks of two Iran‑flagged, u...
How to optimize Amazon listings for Rufus AI Online sellers should know that Amazon's Rufus AI will recommend your competitor if your listing fails to answer a shopper’s question clearly. This becomes visible when browsing a product and asking Rufus basic fit and use-case questions. When a product doesn't meet a specific requirement, Rufus doesn't stop there. Rufus immediately offers to surface competing products that do meet the stated criteria. That moment changes how businesses should t...
How to insure an engagement ring If your ring is worth over $1,000, it is a good idea to get it insured sooner rather than later. Engagement ring insurance protects your investment if the ring is damaged, lost, stolen, or falls victim to a mysterious disappearance. The best part? Insuring your ring is much easier than you might think. Today, BriteCo walks you through how to insure engagement rings and factors that impact ring insurance costs. Whether it’s engagement ring insurance or wedding rin...
Furlough vs. layoff vs. termination: What's the difference? If you're worried about losing your job, you're not alone. Today's economy is tricky. Costs are still rising because of tariffs, and many people are worried that companies will reduce their headcounts to reduce costs or as they transition to AI. The loss of a job, no matter how it comes about, could make it difficult to keep up with your bills, resulting in debt and necessitating debt relief. But the way you lose a job could have an...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 11. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $4.12 --- Alabama average: $4.07 - Week change: +$0.12 (+3.1%) - Year change: +$1.34 (+48.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.35 - Week change: +$0.04 (+0.7%) - Year change: +$1.94 (+56.9%) - Historical...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 11. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.97 --- Alabama average: $4.07 - Week change: +$0.07 (+1.8%) - Year change: +$1.23 (+44.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $5.17 - Week change: +$0.10 (+2.0%) - Year change: +$1.96 (+61.1%) -...
