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Alabama leaders celebrate Trump inauguration: ‘He will pick right back up where he left off’

Alabama and the nation celebrated the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Monday.

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Robertsdale claiming eminent domain over Baldwin County Cattle and Fair Association property

The Robertsdale city council is in the process of claiming eminent domain over 40 acres owned by the Baldwin County Cattle and Fair Association (BCCFA).

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Ivey declares state of emergency for winter weather in 39 counties

Governor Kay Ivey issued a state of emergency on Monday for 39 counties ahead of another round of winter weather.

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1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson: Trump's inauguration means 'we take our country back'

On Monday, 1819 News CEO Bryan Dawson spoke with "The Rick Burgess Show" live from Washington, D.C. regarding the scene for Donald Trump's presidential inauguration.

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James Spann speaks out Monday night on local TV meteorologists laid off

Meteorologist James Spann goes live on YouTube Monday at 7 pm to tell what is happening as some local TV weather staff are being cut.

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Alabama groups disappointed, not performing in freezing Trump inaugural parade

The Albertville Aggies Band and the Azalea Trail Maids have been cut as the Trump inaugural parade has been moved indoors.

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'Not your mama’s history textbook' — Magic City Acceptance Academy hosts radical LGBTQ+ anti-America author

As the only charter school in the state catering explicitly to LGBTQ students, Magic City Acceptance Academy in Homewood offers an alternative view on education and, apparently, on history itself despite Alabama's recent ban on "divisive concepts" and DEI

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Mobile to consider hearing aid tax exemption

People in need of hearing aids could soon pay less in Mobile. The Mobile city council is considering a resolution to exempt hearing aids from local sales tax.

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Phil Williams: Love for the boots on the ground

Hegseth said his focus would be on individual soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines serving under him. It was a breath of fresh air. Young men and women who volunteer to go to hard places and do hard things while serving in uniform deserve a leader that has their backs.

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Martin Cothran: 5 modern wise men everyone should know

Here is an annotated list of modern thinkers whose thoughts about God, man and the world will inform your mind and satisfy your soul.

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Annie Holmquist: Old kindergarten requirements suggest today's classrooms are too much, too soon

Once upon a time kids didn’t go to preschool. Or kindergarten.

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Gerrick Wilkins: Alabama needs bold tax reform in order to compete with neighboring states

Alabama is at a pivotal crossroads. While the legislature repeatedly boasts of budget surpluses, Alabamians are left wondering: Why is the government hoarding their hard-earned money? 

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KCarl Smith: Building lifelong conservative voters among black men

In the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election, a lot of effort and money went into persuading black men aged 18-34 to support Donald Trump. In my opinion, this approach missed the bigger picture.

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Sean of the South: Birmingham: home sweet home

It was an average weeknight in Birmingham when I stood atop the Vulcan statue. Snow on the ground. I was looking at the city below, standing beneath Vulcan’s massive butt cheeks.

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Jennifer Oliver O'Connell: Here's hoping that MAHA will break the oppressive hold of health care

One aspect of President-elect Donald Trump’s presidency that I am looking forward to is seeing how “Make America Healthy Again” plays out.

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‘Truly dark times in America’: Alabama fan calls C-SPAN during inauguration, complains about Alabama being left out of CFP

While Americans from around the nation were focused on President Donald Trump beginning his second term on Monday, one C-SPAN caller wanted to give his thoughts on Alabama being left out of the college football playoffs.

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Hugh Freeze discusses faith, leadership ahead of 'Man Church' engagement

Auburn football coach Hugh Freeze spoke on Thursday's broadcast of "The Rick Burgess Show" to discuss faith and his upcoming appearance at host Rick Burgess' "The Man Church."

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4 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn's 70-68 win over No. 23 Georgia

4 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn's 70-68 win over No. 23 Georgia

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Britt anticipating final passage of Laken Riley Act on Monday after Trump sworn in

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) eagerly anticipates the final passage of the Laken Riley Act in the Senate on Monday, shortly after President Donald Trump is sworn into office.

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2026 state elections shaping up early as 'musical chairs'

Potential candidates are exploring runs for Alabama's seven statewide constitutional offices in the 2026 elections.

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U.S. Rep. Moore and family’s long day planned for Inauguration Day

Inauguration Day will be a long day for Alabama congress member Barry Moore and family. They were on the original Alabama Trump Team in 2015.