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Property tax Alabama News
State Sen. Sessions to file bill capping property tax increases from reappraisals

State Sen. David Sessions (R-Grand Bay) will file legislation in the upcoming legislative session capping how much property values can be increased on annual reappraisals. 

Alabama Capitol Alabama News
API releases 2024 BluePrint for Alabama: Plan for free markets, limited government, protection of families

The Alabama Policy Institute’s 2024 BluePrint for Alabama outlines 30 pressing issues for lawmakers to consider to enhance free markets, limit government and build strong families.

Migrants Alabama News
Border policy straining Alabama schools as migrant student numbers rise

While schools nationwide have been experiencing an influx of students due to record-level crossings at the U.S. southern border, it appears Alabama is also seeing increased numbers.

Ventress Correctional Facility Alabama News
ADOC takes heat for dead inmates remains returned to families with missing hearts, other organs

It is not as if we needed any more proof to show that there is a complete lack of institutional control within Alabama's prisons by the Department of Corrections (ADOC).

Alabama State Capitol Alabama News
Capitol Tunes: Free music concerts in Montgomery each Thursday in February, March

Free musical concerts will be held in Alabama’s Gordon Persons Building and the state capitol building each Thursday in February and March.

Montgomery region radio voice George Landry and wife, Elaine. Alabama News
Montgomery region radio legend George Landry dies at 93: 'The Big Band Man'

Landry, a historian of big band music and of Montgomery radio, died on January 12 at age 93.

Mobile Community Peace Forum Alabama News
'We cannot arrest our way out of this culture of violence': Mobile Community Peace Forum reveals youth violence concerns

Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine said he believes a Community Peace Forum held Saturday was a success but he told 1819 News he hopes the momentum continues so the city’s youth has a fighting chance.

Covid Mask Alabama News
Lawmakers join letter opposing proposed ADPH rule change on mandatory COVID reporting

A group of lawmakers recently sent a letter to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) relating to continued state reporting of COVID-19.  

Sixth congressional district debate, 1/13/2024 Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Palmer put on defense over 2014 campaign term-limit pledge at AL-6 GOP primary debate

If re-elected in 2024, U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) would secure a sixth term in Congress.

Chief Paul Prine Alabama News
Beards and Badges: Mobile PD loosens facial hair policy for trial period

You may have noticed Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine is looking a little different these days. For the first time in his nearly 30-year career in law enforcement, Prine has grown a mustache and beard. But he isn’t alone.

Helen Keller, Anne Sullivan portrayed. Alabama News
New opera ‘TOUCH’ about Helen Keller premiering in Birmingham January 19, 21

Helen Keller is the subject of an opera, "TOUCH, and its first-ever showing will be in Birmingham on January 19 and 21.

Satsuma HS Alabama News
Two South Alabama school systems celebrating making all A's on State Report Card

The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) released the report card for the 2022 – 2023 school year in December to show what is working in schools and what needs improvement.

Scott dawson Alabama News
Kanye West, tornadoes and COVID-19: Ensley native Scott Dawson details 'rocky road' that led to massive growth of evangelistic ministry

Scott Dawson was born in Ensley, with just over 7,000 residents today. He now leads the Scott Dawson Evangelistic Association (SDEA), which hosts conferences and events that regularly draw thousands of students nationwide.

Eagle Forum of Alabama Alabama News
Eagle Forum applauds 11th Circuit lifting VCAP enforcement injunction

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals recently lifted an injunction on Alabama’s ban on transgender surgeries and hormone treatments for minors and Eagle Forum, along with Alabama Eagle Forum responded.

Spot of Tea Alabama News
Spot of Tea flagship restaurant in Mobile accuses health department of extortion, blackmail

The Spot of Tea restaurant in Mobile has been closed down by the Mobile County Health Department three times in a week, according to a Facebook post on the restaurant’s own page.

Cpt. Maggie Amadei Tuberville Jan '24 Vet of the Month Alabama News
Tuberville announces January Veteran of the Month: Captain Maggie Amadei

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) announced U.S. Army Captain Maggie Amadei of Enterprise "Veteran of the Month" for January. A combat veteran of Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), Army Aviator, and Gold Star Spouse.

Books Alabama News
State library board reverses position on keeping challenged book list private

The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) has reportedly done an about-face on its previous position to keep the state list of challenged books private.

Donnagivens Alabama News
State Rep. Givens files ‘Sound of Freedom Act’ requiring life imprisonment for human trafficking of minors

New legislation filed by State Rep. Donna Givens (R-Loxley) on Friday would establish a minimum punishment of life imprisonment for human trafficking of a minor in Alabama.

Mercedes-Benz HQ, Berlin, Germany Alabama News
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair warns Vance’s Mercedes-Benz workers joining union ‘could bring unintended consequences’

According to McNair, workers at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance should “carefully evaluate the promises being made" by United Auto Workers before they continue down the path of officially unionizing.

ABC Board Alabama News
ABC Board halts plans for new warehouse and office

The Alcoholic Beverage Control is halting plans for a new warehouse and office, according to reports.

U.S. Reps. Jim Jordan (left) and Barry Moore (right) Alabama News
Jim Jordan making two stops in Alabama for Barry Moore AL-1 campaign

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is heading to Baldwin County for a public rally at the end of January.

Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall praises federal court for striking down injunction preventing Alabama from enforcing ban on trans surgeries for minors

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals recently struck down an injunction prohibiting the state of Alabama from implementing its ban on performing transgender surgeries and hormone treatments for children.

Red Sea Alabama News
Britt: Strike on Iran-backed rebel group in Yemen ‘long overdue’ to reestablish deterrence in Red Sea

While some are concerned tensions in the Middle East could escalate into World War III, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt said the recent strikes were “long overdue” to reestablish deterrence in the area.

NEA head Becky Pringle Alabama News
NEA boasts about AEA efforts killing school choice, securing pay raises for teachers and nurses

The president of the National Education Association (NEA) recently praised the Alabama Education Association’s work in the 2023 legislative session, including killing an education savings account bill.

Will Ainsworth at the ESRW meeting in Fairhope, 1/11/2024 Alabama News
Ainsworth predicts 'fireworks' early in legislative session: 'We're getting ready to run over some Democrats'

Lieutenant Gov. Will Ainsworth reiterated his 2024 New Year's resolutions that included passing a school choice bill and fighting so-called woke policies during a gathering hosted by the Eastern Shore Republican on Thursday.

Tuberville at Capitol Alabama News
Tuberville claims Democrat interest in border due to upcoming presidential election

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continues to sound the alarm on the crisis at the U.S. southern border, claiming the Democrats' seemingly new concern for border security is merely a tactic to boost their chances of winning in the upcoming 2024 election.

Winter Jam 2023. Alabama News
Winter Jam 2024: 40-city Christian music tour starts in Alabama on Friday

"Winter Jam 2024," the largest Christian music annual tour, will perform in 40 U.S. cities. Kickoff is in Mobile for well-known contemporary Christian music acts and a message.

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