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State Rep. Woods to seek Greg Reed's soon-to-be-vacated State Senate District 5 seat

State Rep. Matt Woods (R-Jasper) announced on Monday he’s running in the special election for State Senate District 5. 

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Oklahoma fined $200k, Auburn $100k for weekend field-rushing incidents

On Sunday, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) announced fines for the University of Oklahoma and Auburn University for field-rushing incidents following the completion of each university's football game on Saturday.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville optimistic on Mobile Bay I-10 bridge project funding under Trump, less for I-65 widening

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) recently expressed hope for federal aid from Donald Trump's incoming administration to complete the long-awaited Interstate 10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway. However, he appeared to shy away from discussing efforts to widen Interstate 65.

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Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin hypes memoir as city reports record-high murder rate

On Friday, it was announced the city is on track for a record-breaking number of homicides. Meanwhile, on Saturday, the mayor announced that he has written his memoir, "Son of Birmingham," which will be released on Jan. 21, 2025.

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Dwight Yoakam brings Bakersfield sound to Orange Beach’s Wharf May 29 in national tour

Dwight Yoakam brings his national tour to Orange Beach, Alabama on May 29 at The Wharf.

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Phil Williams: Blue state policies = Green New Steal

Every Alabamian has suffered the effects of high inflation thanks to the Biden administration’s failed green energy policies. But changes are coming with the new administration and Alabama leadership is poised for greater success than our blue-state neighbors.

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Historic preservationists working to remove 80-ton murals from Mobile Civic Center

As work continues on the demolition of the iconic Mobile Civic Center, extra care is being taken to preserve massive murals on the arena's walls.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville on new Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency: ‘Best thing’ Trump has done so far

The new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is the “best thing” President-elect Donald Trump has done so far, according to U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn).

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David Pugh elected as chairman of National Associated Builders and Contractors Board

The Associated Builders and Contractors announced this week that David Pugh, a partner at Bradley in Birmingham, was elected 2025 chair of the ABC National Board of Directors during its meeting at the association’s annual Leadership Institute in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Bryan Taylor: When it comes to billionaires influencing policy, the pot shouldn't call the Tesla black

In a political era dominated by irony, it’s almost poetic that Elon Musk's announcement of a “Department of Government Efficiency” has triggered so many Democrats who otherwise extol the virtues of wealthy benefactors tinkering with public policy.  

Metaxas Alabama News
Eric Metaxas: Trump victory gives Christians a fighting chance to take back America — 'We're living through a tremendously historic moment'

Republicans fought hard to retake control in Washington this election cycle, but prominent author and speaker Eric Metaxas says the battle for America's soul is only beginning.

APLS Alabama News
State library board reverses decision on federal grant administration despite director's protests

The Alabama Public Library Service executive board voted on Thursday to reinstate a policy allowing a competitive bid process for local libraries to receive federal grant funds, much to the chagrin of APLS director Nancy Pack.

Gulf Shores City Schools Alabama News
Elliott proposes Baldwin County penny tax amendment to include Gulf Shores, Orange Beach systems

The Baldwin County Public School system receives 100% of the education portion of a one-cent sales tax that the state legislature levied in 2017.

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Joshua Butler: Hope for those plagued by doubt

Doubt is terrifying, but it does not have to be. Times of doubt are opportunities to trust God when every ounce of your being wants to trust yourself.

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5 takeaways from No. 7 Alabama's 24-3 loss to Oklahoma

Alabama’s SEC Championship Game and playoff hopes are over after suffering a 24-3 defeat by Oklahoma.

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4 takeaways from Auburn's 43-41 overtime win against No. 15 Texas A&M

It was a thriller in Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday night as the Auburn Tigers spoiled No. 15 Texas A&M's hopes at a playoff bid with a 43-41 win the fourth overtime.

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U.S. Sens. Britt, Tuberville oppose Ukraine debt forgiveness — 'The last thing American taxpayers deserve'

U.S. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) recently voted in favor of U.S. Sen. Rand Paul's (R-Ky.) joint resolution of disapproval to block President Joe Biden's attempt to cancel half of Ukraine's debt to the United States.

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'There's a war taking place': State Rep. Givan pre-files gun bill as Birmingham homicides track close to 91-year record

A deadly Thursday night drew the city of Birmingham closer to breaking a 91-year record number of homicides.

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Sean of the South: What I'm thankful for

Today, schoolkids across the nation will sit at desks, forced to write at knifepoint the same essay we all wrote each November: “What I’m Thankful For.”

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Mobile businessman Jerry Lathan releases Christian novel 'You Will Be Peter'

GOP activist and businessman Jerry Lathan of Mobile releases his Christian novel, "You WILL Be Peter."

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High school football scores, 11/22
Pam Bondi Alabama News
Barry Moore optimistic about Trump's new AG pick Pam Bondi — 'She’s one of the people I think we can trust'

While many were disappointed and confused when former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) withdrew as Donald Trump's Attorney General nominee, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) said Gaetz's replacement, Pam Bondi, is just as good an option, if not better.

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Drama continues at Hoover City Council — Middlebrooks apologizes to Lyda; Former councilwoman Mazur demands 'bully' Lyda step down from presidency

Last week, 1819 News released a video that caught the Hoover City Council president John Lyda aggressively "verbally attacking" fellow Councilman Casey Middlebrooks following a council meeting. 

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4 things to look for in Auburn’s matchup with No. 15 Texas A&M

Auburn is looking to avoid a fourth straight losing season and keep its hopes at a bowl game alive on Saturday night in Jordan-Hare Stadium against the No. 15 Texas A&M Aggies. Here are the biggest things to look for in the game.

Eagles flight Alabama News
Public meeting scheduled November 26 with Raptor Center, Auburn Mayor Pro-Tem over destroyed eagles' nest

Public meeting on November 26 features Auburn University's Raptor Center.

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Alabama at Oklahoma: 5 things to look for

Saturday night No. 7 Alabama (8-2, 4-2 SEC) will square off with Oklahoma (5-5, 1-5 SEC) in Norman for just the seventh time in program history.

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Jennifer Oliver O'Connell: The 2024 election shows we don't care enough about our votes

This election was not just about the national political landscape; there were local measures on the ballot whose outcomes may have shifted had that 40% of voters showed up in their communities.

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