Education Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Americans” coming to Atmore’s Strand Theater The free exhibition will examine how American Indian images, stories and traditions shaped U.S. history, identity and popular culture. StaffSeptember 11, 2026
Elections Waters opposes gaming—and voters deciding—in District 22 race The first-time candidate opposed gambling expansion and even a statewide vote, despite gaming’s role in District 22’s economy. Bill BrittApril 22, 2026
State Poarch Creeks welcome Muscogee members to Wetumpka historical site The Poarch Creek Indians will welcome a Muscogee (Creek) Nation delegation from Oklahoma on Friday to Poarch’s Hickory Ground site in Wetumpka. StaffMarch 27, 2026
News Opinion | It’s time to vote on a comprehensive gaming package Conservative estimates suggested a comprehensive gaming package could generate roughly $750 million per year, returning lost revenue to Alabama. Lucas J. ParkerJanuary 27, 2026
News PCI Government Services announces partnership to deploy secure AI for federal agencies PCI Government Services and Seekr announced a strategic partnership last week to accelerate the adoption of transparent commercial AI across federal agencies. StaffDecember 22, 2025
State PCI chair talks gambling potential, tribal growth and helping Alabamians CEO Stephanie Bryan said PCI is growing rapidly but that the tribe remains focused on Alabama and helping the people of the state. Josh MoonJune 27, 2025
Economy Poarch Creek Indians purchase Birmingham Racecourse, plan resort With the deal now finalized, Wind Creek Hospitality plans to expand and enhance the existing property. StaffApril 3, 2025
Legislature A new push for a comprehensive gambling bill New ads promote the economic impact of approving a comprehensive gambling and lottery bill. Josh MoonJanuary 5, 2022
Legislature Speaker wishes Legislature had been able to pass a lottery-gaming bill McCutcheon said that the governor might call a special session on gambling "if there is an opportunity.” Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021
News Ten issues that will face Alabama in 2021 Here are the top 10 issues — some old and some new — that are likely to face the state of Alabama in 2021. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 4, 2021