Staci Brown Brooks: Serving to shape Alabama’s future – 2025 Women of Impact

Staci Brown Brooks often reflects on her career and the recurring theme is service—service to her community, her state, and various organizations she leads. Her journey through journalism and corporate leadership showcases a career driven by purpose, collaboration, and a strong dedication to giving back. Currently, as Vice President of Charitable Giving at Alabama Electric […]

Redistricting in any shape takes away power from voters

Concern Over Gerrymandering in Texas What’s happening in Texas is quite concerning. At the president’s urging, Texas Republicans are working to redraw voting maps to aid the GOP in keeping control of U.S. House seats. This seems like a blatant attempt at manipulation. I won’t argue against this. Honestly, even those involved acknowledge the reality. […]

Maricopa Residents Invited to Shape City’s Future Through 2026 General

The city of Maricopa is inviting residents to participate in the 2026 General Plan update. The plan outlines key objectives, policies and actions to guide city growth and development. Maricopa City. The community meeting in March gathered feedback from residents and provided valuable insights. For those who were unable to attend, the city offers virtual […]

The Trump presidency begins to take shape. Immigration is front and center

With 69 days left until President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, Trump has begun selecting his team to run the White House, providing insight into which campaign promises will become his priorities. . Immigration and mass deportation appear to be at the top of the list. This would be followed by dismantling the Department of Education and […]

Here’s How Trump Could Shape The Judiciary In His Second Term

President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House could shape the federal judiciary for decades. Given the likely retirement of Supreme Court justices and Republican control of the Senate, Mr. Trump is likely to end his term as president with a majority of his own appointees on the high court’s benches. During his first term, […]