Sculptor Craigger Browne creates one-of-a-kind award – featuring Sylacauga marble and the shape of Alabama

Unique Physical Awards Gain Attention Most physical awards tend to be pretty dull—think the usual framed certificate or a plain wooden base with an engraved plate. But, there’s a sculptor from Silakauga who aims to change that by creating awards that truly stand out and resonate with recipients. Craigger Browne recently received the All Deduction […]
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 […]
Alabama’s first public online cyber high school is getting ready to shape the future workforce innovators.

In eighth grade, Buddy Watson, living in a rural part of Alabama, expressed his passion for engineering to his coding instructor. This instructor mentioned an exciting opportunity: a new cyber and engineering school opening in Huntsville, a moment that really set his path in motion. The Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE) was […]
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 […]
Vivek Ramaswamy’s Political Future Appears To Take Shape Ahead Of ‘Big Announcement’ Days Away

The group “Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio” has filed a paperwork suggesting that the 2024 Republican presidential candidate will be involved in the campaign to be elected Ohio’s next governor in 2026. Submitted by a group belonging to Ramaswamy (age 39). document with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s Bureau. Ramaswamy was released on February 24, […]
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, […]
Election Litigation Could Shape The Race In Battleground States. We Won’t Know Until The Votes Are Cast.

The lawsuit could be the deciding factor in the presidential election, or it could mean nothing at all. A number of election-related lawsuits have been filed across the country, and while the stakes are high, the potential impact is unclear. Election law experts say it’s too early to tell whether recent court decisions and pending […]
‘Everybody’s Afraid’: Nuggets’ Michael Malone Calls Out His Players For Being Out Of Shape, Blasts NBA As ‘So Soft’

And this is exactly why Michael Malone wears a championship ring on his finger. Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone issued a challenge Sunday night to forcing most of his starters to play the entire third quarter. Lost in preseason 118-114. A matchup against the Phoenix Suns. Malone did it intentionally, with the goal of […]