Economy Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor costs rise Labor costs as the single most important problem for business owners rose to 11 percent. StaffDecember 6, 2024
Prisons Governor hosts largest correctional officer trainee class at mansion The reception featured congratulations from Governor Ivey and a chance for the trainees to view the Mansion’s Christmas decorations. StaffDecember 6, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt’s bill updating next generation body armor passes This bipartisan bill would require all agencies under DHS to provide improved ballistic body armor. StaffDecember 5, 2024
Legislature House Republicans honor state Rep. Randall Shedd with “Iron Award” The “Iron Award” is based upon the biblical verse “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." StaffDecember 5, 2024
Congress House unanimously approves Rep. Strong’s plan to streamline North Alabama Courts The bill aims to improve the organization of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. StaffDecember 4, 2024
Legislature Rep. DuBose, Miss Alabama Teen to host second annual “Girls’ Day At The Capitol” Participants will have the opportunity to interact with and ask questions to female elected officials and tour the Alabama Capitol. StaffDecember 4, 2024
News Alabama Equality launches to champion LGBTQ+ Rights and fight discrimination Alabama Equality officially launched its mission to advance the rights, dignity, and safety of LGBTQ+ individuals across Alabama. StaffDecember 4, 2024
News PMI U.S. launches GivingTuesday drive to support communities and veterans The initiative will focus on six communities across the U.S., including Dothan, Alabama. StaffDecember 3, 2024
Elections Wes Allen to host Alabama Electors Meeting for Trump and Vance votes The state’s appointed electors will cast their votes for Donald Trump and JD Vance. StaffDecember 3, 2024
Local news Montgomery to host Rosa Parks Day events honoring Civil Rights legacy Rosa Parks Day celebrates Parks’ courageous act of defiance on Dec. 1, 1955, which helped ignite the Civil Rights Movement. StaffNovember 28, 2024