Fossil trip in Alabama reveals unusual dinosaur discovery in Greene County

A distinctive hadrosaurus tooth, estimated to be around 84 million years old, was uncovered during a fossil expedition in Green County, Alabama. This find was reported by the Alabama Museum of Natural History. Dr. John Friel, the museum’s director, discovered the fossils on July 26 while exploring gravel bars of a stream on private property. […]

Employee Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Kill Marjorie Taylor Greene and Her Staff

Former Employee Arrested for Threatening Calls to Rep. Greene Authorities detained a former employee on Thursday following accusations of making several threatening calls directed at Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and her team. Seth Jason, 45, a former voice employee, faces significant charges related to interstate communications with the intent to threaten harm to family […]

Tom Greene: Is living to 100 really what you want?

Picture this: you’re celebrating your 100th birthday, surrounded by grandchildren, with a cake nearby, candles waiting to be lit. Sounds joyous, right? But here’s a thought: Do you actually want to live to be 100? This isn’t just a random question. A recent study revealed that 56% of people would prefer to slow down aging […]

Tom Greene: Understanding the American Dream

The concept of the American Dream varies for everyone. Opinions on it are as diverse as the country itself. Generally, the American Dream is seen as the belief that anyone can succeed in the U.S. if they’re willing to put in the effort. A recent study provides some intriguing insights. Participants were asked to rank […]

Tom Greene: We are overwhelmed by words, yet lacking in wisdom.

During his inaugural address at Kenyon University in 2005, David Foster Wallace shared a thought-provoking parable: “Two young fish are swimming when they encounter an older fish. ‘A boy in the morning. How about the water?‘ After swimming a bit, one of the young fish turns to the other and asks, ‘What is water?‘ Even […]

Birmingham Water Works executives with high salaries also had positions in Greene County

Recently, a report revealed that two senior officials from Birmingham Waterworks also hold positions in Greene County, located in West Alabama. Mac Underwood returned as the general manager of Birmingham Water in February 2025, with an annual salary of $446,118. Interestingly, he also serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Greene County, a role he […]

Tom Greene: Four messages for the sandwich generation

The Sandwich Generation: Balancing Care for Kids and Aging Parents We’re living longer, which has created some unique challenges. There’s this whole ‘sandwich generation’ that finds itself stuck between caring for children and aging parents. For those caught in this situation, life can often feel like an exhausting balancing act. It’s as if you’re trying […]