News Nine-year-old wins ALBBAA’s 2025 Best Fish Photo Contest Fin Rittenberry, known as "Fishing Fin," reeled in a winning bass, capturing over 1,000 online votes in the ALBBAA's contest. StaffOctober 7, 2025
Elections P&CMA endorses Jack Williams for agriculture and industries commissioner P&CMA represents hundreds of small business owners across Alabama’s petroleum and convenience marketing industry. StaffOctober 7, 2025
Elections Sen. Donnie Chesteen endorses Rhett Marques for Congress State Sen. Donnie Chesteen added to Rhett Marques' growing list of supporters for Alabama's 1st Congressional District. StaffOctober 6, 2025
Infrastructure Alabama Port Authority achieves 50-foot channel depth in Port of Mobile The Mobile Ship Channel officially reached its authorized 50-foot depth, marking a transformational milestone for the Port of Mobile. StaffOctober 6, 2025
Municipal elections Sonja Smith’s campaign for Birmingham City Council surges before runoff Sonja Smith's campaign garnered endorsements from nearly every major elected official and robust fundraising ahead of the runoff election. StaffOctober 6, 2025
Infrastructure ADECA submits Alabama’s final BEAD broadband proposal to feds for approval The proposal outlined plans to extend high-speed internet to over 101,000 locations, saving taxpayers more than $800 million. StaffOctober 3, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell releases statement on government shutdown Sewell criticized the Republican-led Congress and Trump administration for failing to pass appropriations, leading to a government shutdown. StaffOctober 2, 2025
Education Troy University’s annual Giving Day set for Tuesday, October 7 The annual event is said to highlight the power of the Trojan community uniting for a common cause. StaffOctober 2, 2025
Economy National publication ranks Alabama as a top state for doing business Ivey announced Alabama's strong economic fundamentals and business-friendly environment earned a top 10 ranking from "Area Development" magazine. StaffOctober 2, 2025
Elections Alabama Farmers Federation endorses candidates for 2026 elections More than two dozen candidates made their cases to Federation leaders, earning key endorsements for the upcoming 2026 elections. StaffOctober 2, 2025