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U.S. Sen. Shelby 'unable' to support Ketanji Brown Jackson nomination to the Supreme Court

Earlier this week, U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby (R-Tuscaloosa) met with U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Joe...

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In New York, union wins while Bessemer challenge continues

While the fate of unionization at the Amazon fulfillment center in Bessemer hangs in the balance, labor has won a significant victory...

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Randy Tatano: My tryout with the Braves

As we approach the start of the baseball season, I look back at my one big chance. Like most young boys of my generation, I dreamed...

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Legislature passes bill to crack down on untaxed tobacco products

The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday passed legislation giving the Alabama Department of Revenue more power to confiscate...

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BCMs partner during spring break to bring Campus Story Project to Alabama colleges

From The Alabama Baptist Everyone’s got a story — if someone will just listen. That’s the idea behind the Campus Story Project, an...

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Escambia County students experience living history at Pow Wow Grounds

History class became a new version of “show and tell” as students were treated to a visit at the Southeastern Indian Festival on the...

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Legislation could signal the end for 'speed traps' in Alabama

They are places that, for better or for worse, have a reputation for having aggressive enforcement of traffic laws. Most notably, the...

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Classic on Noble: The story behind the fine-dining gem in east Alabama

  “The restaurant really is us,” said Cathy Mashburn, co-owner of Anniston restaurant Classic on Noble. “It’s very eclectic. The artwork,...

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Sean of the South: Distracted walking

How I ended up walking into a sliding glass door in a supermarket is pretty simple. I got a text from my wife. I looked at my phone...

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Tim James hits Gov. Ivey, Alabama Legislature for 'caving to the radical LGBTQ agenda'

Cultural wars are alive and well in Alabama in 2022. While the Alabama Legislature is considering Senate Bill 184 (SB184), a bill sponsored...

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Governor to host Magic Moments Easter egg roll today

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey (R) will host the Magic Moments Easter Egg Roll at the Alabama Governor’s Mansion on Saturday. Magic Moments...

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Richard Simmons: Violence and the human condition

In his wonderful book, Renovation of the Heart, philosopher Dallas Willard makes this observation: “Societies the world around are...

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Bill would require women to show proof they are not pregnant before buying medical marijuana

The Alabama Senate Children, Youth and Human Services Committee voted to give a favorable report to controversial legislation that...

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Justin Bogie: Limiting state government is a step toward ending Alabama’s corruption problem

Alabama ranks near the bottom; how many times have you heard that? In 2019, Alabama finished “dead last” in public school math proficiency....

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Caylah Coffeen: Stagnant leadership gives Alabama a bad name

As the legislative session continues and I see more bills fail or stall, I become increasingly frustrated with Alabama’s leadership....

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Lawmakers, doctors, and advocates push transgender age restriction

The Eagle Forum of Alabama (EFA) held a press conference on Thursday calling on the legislature to address the access of transgender...

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Alabama Restaurant & Hospitality Association endorses Katie Britt for U.S. Senate

The Katie Britt for U.S. Senate Campaign announced Thursday that Britt has been endorsed by the Alabama Restaurant & Hospitality Association...

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Bill to protect Second Amendment rights from federal overreach passes Senate

A bill that would block enforcement of potential executive orders by the President of the United States against Alabamians’ gun rights...

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Gov. Ivey helps Alabama agriculture groups kick off yearlong Down To Earth Campaign

  Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey (R) joined leaders of agriculture in Pike Road for the dedication of the new Pike Road Agriculture, Recreation...

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Education Budget passes Senate

The state Senate passed the education budget on Thursday. The $8.26 billion Education Trust Fund budget (ETF) is the largest in state...

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State Rep. Brown: Legislature must deal with legally questionable gaming before proceeding

According to State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Hollingers Island), there are currently 32 so-called gaming facilities operating within Alabama,...

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Christian missionary and filmmaker tells This Alabama Life his story

Warren Callaway retired from healthcare in 2006 but refused to settle down.   In the latter half of his life, he’s charged himself...

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Online job ads grow while unemployment steadily increases

 Alabama has seen a tremendous increase in online job advertisement throughout the state.    For several years, Alabama has operated...

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Contested ballots hold Amazon union vote in limbo

The fate of the Amazon union vote in Bessemer comes down to a handful of contested ballots.   Amazon workers spent the better part...

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Montgomery man charged with shooting Alabama Power vehicle

A suspect accused of shooting an occupied Alabama Power vehicle has been arrested.   Montgomery native John Brandon Harris was arrested...

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State Rep. Baker: Numeracy Act 'emphatically states' Alabama be divorced from Common Core

Earlier this week, legislation with the aim of boosting K-5 math scores was passed by the Alabama House of Representatives and awaits...

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Fugitive who allegedly opened fire at a high school football game in Mobile arrested in Florida

Hezekiah Belfon was arrested in St. Augustine, Fla., Thursday for allegedly opening fire on a high school football game in October...

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