UA National Alumni Association receives record $8 million gift from non-alumnus

University of Alabama National Alumni Association The school received a record $8 million donation from the heirs of a man who never attended the school. This significant donation will enhance four existing Alumni Crimson scholarships for in-state students and create a fifth scholarship for out-of-state students. Bill Decas, who passed away in June 2023, was […]

Forestry Association endorses Jeana Ross in House District 27

The Alabama Forestry Association (AFA) announced its endorsement of Gina Ross in the special election for Alabama House District 27, which covers part of Marshall County. Ross is a lifelong resident of Marshall County. She and her husband currently live in Guntersville. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University […]

Alabama Medical Association urges reevaluation of court’s IVF embryo ruling

In an unprecedented move that resonates in the reproductive health and rights corridors, the Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that frozen embryos are classified as “children,” thereby granting them the same legal rights as other “fetuses.” This landmark decision stems from a case in which multiple embryos were accidentally destroyed at the Fertility Clinic, a […]

Alabama Forestry Association endorses Bryan Taylor in Chief Justice race

On Monday, Forest PAC, the political arm of the Alabama Forestry Association, announced its support for the Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice race. Representing Alabama's forestry community, including manufacturers, landowners, loggers and industry, this group has significant influence in Montgomery and across the state. ForestPac has announced its support for Brian Taylor, while other groups […]

Houston County’s Valenza named President of the Alabama Sheriffs Association

The Alabama Sheriffs Association has a new president. The group pledged to install Donald Valenza of Houston County for the top spot at its winter conference in Opelika. This will be the first time a Houston County sheriff will serve as president of the association. Although he will take on new responsibilities, Valenza said his […]

Firefighters Association backs Daniels in CD2 race

As the political battle in 2024 intensifies, supporters are beginning to gather. Congressman Anthony Daniels made his first public announcement over the weekend, garnering support from the Professional Firefighters Association in his race for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District. “We are honored to receive recognition from the Firefighters Association. Their support is a testament to our […]

Alabama Independent School Association seeks affiliate membership with National Federation of High School State Associations

The Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) has officially applied for membership with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). Through its membership in the NFHS, AISA aims to strengthen collaboration and standardization among member schools and their athletic programs, making significant strides toward the advancement of high school sports and activities. “Although Alabama […]

Alabama Retail Association endorses statewide candidates

The Alabama Retail Association, through the Alabama Retail PAC, endorses the campaigns of 11 candidates seeking statewide office in the 2024 election. The 4,300-member organization announced its endorsement of the Alabama Supreme Court, the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals, the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, and the chairman of the Alabama Civil Service Commission. Association […]

Biden Roasted By US Oil And Gas Association In Hilarious Tweet

The U.S. Oil and Gas Association (US OGA) grilled President Joe Biden alive on Twitter Thursday. It's all too easy for the current Commander-in-Chief Mumbler to figuratively spit on the subject of the economy, especially the financial situation of the American people. We are all much poorer now than we were before Biden took office. […]