Alabama’s law against DEI is stifling university teaching, court files reveal
Senate Bill 129 Controversy in Alabama On Monday, both sides involved with Senate Bill 129 submitted an exhibit to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, requesting an injunction to prevent professors and students from implementing the new state law. Enacted during the 2024 legislative session, SB129 restricts discussions about a certain […]
Improvements and new features enhance Alabama’s State Parks
Alabama State Parks Celebrate New Pool House at DeSoto State Park This week, officials in Alabama reached another milestone in enhancing the state’s park system by inaugurating a new pool house at DeSoto State Park in Fort Payne. This facility is part of the larger initiative involving over $220 million in upgrades across 21 state […]
Alabama’s Small Business Administration: It’s time to prepare for hurricane season together
Southeast Small Business Owners, Homeowners, and Renters: Hurricane Season is upon us and continues until the end of November. At the US Small Business Administration (SBA), our concern isn’t whether a storm will come, but when it will arrive. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts a busy Atlantic season, with 19 named storms […]
Alabama’s Volunteer Lawyer Programs address shortcomings in civil justice
Limited Access to Civil Law Aid in Alabama In Alabama, access to affordable civil law aid is still pretty limited, especially since almost 30% of its residents live below the federal poverty line. The state doesn’t allocate public funding for civil aid, which really puts pressure on organizations like the five volunteer lawyer programs operating […]
Alabama’s congressional members express sadness over the death of Pope Francis
Pope Francis Remembered by Alabama Legislators The death of Pope Francis was mourned by members of the Alabama Legislature on Monday morning. Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican Camerlengo, shared the news, stating, “This morning at 7:35, Bishop Francis of Rome returned to his father’s house. His life was dedicated to the service of the Lord […]
Alabama’s new beverage laws will open up a fresh market and benefit local businesses.
As ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktails continue to rise in popularity across the country, lawmakers in Alabama are inching closer to meeting this growing consumer demand while also boosting local businesses. Sales of RTD beverages are skyrocketing, making them the fastest-growing segment within the alcoholic beverage industry. Many consumers in Alabama are eager for these products […]
How AIDT’s Aviation Training Center is strengthening Alabama’s aerospace workforce
Impact of Airbus on Alabama’s Aerospace Sector Airbus’s decision to establish its first commercial aircraft assembly plant in Mobile represented a significant turning point for the aerospace industry in Alabama. But, beyond the public ceremonies and media buzz, another development was quietly unfolding—the Aviation Training Center. This modern facility was set up to cultivate a […]
Chairman Rex Reynolds: Alabama’s statewide opioid strategy aims to reduce addiction, aid recovery, and support veterans
For the last three years, Alabama has been receiving funds from federal settlements with major pharmaceutical companies, totaling over $300 million so far. I think this amount will keep increasing as time goes on. These funds are part of the state’s Opioid Settlement Fund, which has been designated by Congress. In 2022, Congress set up […]
Reactions from politicians on Trump’s upcoming commencement speech at the University of Alabama, dubbed ‘Alabama’s favorite President’
Trump to Speak at University of Alabama Many Alabama political figures are looking forward to President Donald Trump’s upcoming address at the University of Alabama on May 1st. The university confirmed on Tuesday that Trump will be speaking at the Coleman Coliseum. Trump had announced the engagement the previous night, stating, “I agreed to give […]
Strong participation and significant impact at Innovate Alabama’s first Outdoor Recreation Summit
Outdoor Recreation Summit Showcases Alabama’s Commitment The inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit recently attracted over 250 attendees from various sectors, including state agencies, nonprofits, local governments, and private enterprises, to highlight Alabama’s growing influence in outdoor recreation. Hosted at Lake Guntersville State Park, the summit emphasized not only the economic benefits of the outdoor recreation industry […]
