State Senator April Weaver appointed to co-lead rural healthcare committee for Alabama Growth Alliance
State Senator April Weaver to Lead Rural Healthcare Initiative State Senator April Weaver, a Republican from Brierfield, has been appointed to spearhead a statewide initiative aimed at improving healthcare access in rural Alabama. Weaver will co-chair the Healthcare Committee for the Rural Roadmap Initiative, which is responsible for formulating policies and legislation to tackle persistent […]
Sen. April Weaver appointed as co-chair of the healthcare committee for the Rural Roadmap Initiative
Senator April Weaver Appointed Co-Chair of Rural Roadmap Initiative’s Health Care Committee Last week, Senator April Weaver, representing R-Brierfield, was appointed co-chair of the Health Care Committee for the Rural Roadmap Initiative. “President Trump recognized April Weaver’s talents during his first term by appointing her to lead healthcare policy across the Southeastern U.S. The skills […]
FEMA ends personal assistance requests for April storms following $7.2M approval
In Dyersburg, Tennessee, businesses along Davis Drive faced significant flooding after heavy rains caused the North Fork of the Deer River to overflow on April 10, 2025. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that it has closed applications for disaster assistance related to the severe storms and floods that occurred in April. According to […]
Disaster aid for Tennessee residents impacted by April storms exceeds $5 million as application deadline nears
Flooding has impacted parts of Christie Street in Dyersburg, Tennessee, as seen on April 10, 2025 (Photo: Cassandra Stephenson) The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has recently approved over $5 million in disaster assistance for residents in Tennessee who were affected by the severe storms and flooding in April. However, there’s a tight deadline for […]
FEMA grants $1.8 million in assistance for Tennessee residents impacted by April storms; Applications still open
Floodwaters have overtaken parts of the road and front yards on Christie Street in Dyersburg, Tennessee, as of April 10, 2025. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has given more than $1.8 million in assistance for individuals affected by the severe storm that hit in April. As of July 2, FEMA has processed 206 applications, […]
State Sen. April Weaver: The crisis facing rural hospitals in Alabama risks our health and the economy
Alabama’s Rural Hospital Crisis A rural hospital in Alabama has vanished, highlighting a serious crisis that threatens not only the health of local residents but also the very fabric of rural communities. Since 2011, at least seven rural hospitals have shut down in Alabama. If things continue on this trajectory, more than half of the […]
April is Community College Month: A moment to honor the Alabama Community College System
April brings the celebration of Community College Month, a time to acknowledge how community colleges impact individuals, families, and larger communities across the United States. In Alabama, this month holds particular importance as Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Directors have officially designated April to highlight the vital roles […]
April is Community College Month: A moment to honor the Alabama Community College System
April marks Community College Month, a time to honor the vital role these institutions play in the lives of people, families, and communities across the U.S. In Alabama, this month is particularly meaningful as Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Directors have officially recognized April as Community College Month. […]
April is Community College Month: A time to honor the Alabama Community College System
April marks Community College Month, a time to acknowledge the important role these institutions play in the lives of individuals, families, and communities across the U.S. In Alabama, this celebration is particularly meaningful as Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Directors have officially designated April as Community College Month. […]
Alabama’s housing market experiences yearly growth even with a small drop in monthly numbers, April report shows
Alabama Housing Market Shows Year-Over-Year Growth in April 2025 The Alabama housing market experienced notable growth year-over-year in April 2025, even though there were some minor declines in key areas over the preceding months. This includes metrics like home sales, prices, and overall sales volume, as highlighted in the recent Alabama Economic and Real Estate […]