Massive Defense Bill Creates Sperm Freezing Program, Dumps Millions Into ‘Minority Serving’ Schools

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), passed by the House of Representatives on Thursday, authorizes hundreds of millions of dollars in funding to “minority-serving agencies” and funds the freezing of some military personnel’s sperm and eggs. Approximately $884 billion invoice Includes more than $102 million in funding for “minority-serving institutions” and “historically black colleges and […]

Pelosi Praised Walz For Serving ‘On The Battlefield’ In Resurfaced Video

Minnesota's Democratic governor, Tim Walz, did not correct then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi when she praised the governor's “battlefield” service in a resurfaced video from 2007. Claims about Waltz's military service and when he retired from the Minnesota National Guard in 2005 have come under scrutiny since Vice President Kamala Harris named Waltz as her running […]

Woman Freed After Serving 43 Years In Prison, Conviction Overturned

Missouri authorities on Friday released a woman who was serving a 43-year-to-life sentence, despite opposition from state Attorney General Andrew Bailey, a Republican, according to multiple reports. Sandra Hemme was convicted of murdering St. Joseph, Missouri, librarian Patricia Jeschke in 1981 and sentenced to life in prison, the Associated Press reported. reportThe Missouri Supreme Court […]

Listen: Strong businesswoman shares about overcoming adversity and serving others

Holly Betenbaugh has served as Ministry Director for Betenbaugh Homes for 18 years, cultivating ministry partnerships both locally and globally. Holly's leadership, mentorship and passion for people have profoundly influenced Betenbaugh Companies' people-first culture and generous giving. Currently, she provides spiritual support and training to Betenbaugh Companies and serves on its Board of Directors. Holly […]

Alabama ABLE Savings Plan celebrates 7 years of serving those with disabilities

2024 will be the seventh year of the Alabama ABLE (Achieving Better Life Experiences) Savings Plan. These accounts allow people with physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities and their families to receive up to 10% of their state or federal benefits, including SSI, Medicaid, SNAP, housing assistance programs, etc., without jeopardizing their benefits. You can save […]

Cheers! Serving up Alabama’s 2024 James Beard semifinalists

The list of Alabama-based 2024 James Beard Award semifinalists includes some newcomers to the nation's most prestigious honor, bestowed on chefs, restaurants, beverage shows and even food journalists. ing. The Alabama nominees, announced last Wednesday, will pit the six-time Beard semifinalist against a “Top Chef” winner, an acclaimed chef from Mobile and other top chefs […]