Orr proposes bill to cut tax nursing items, feminine hygiene products
If passed in its drafted form, the items would become exempt from sales and use tax in October 2024.
Ozark council rejects measure that could have stymied public comments
Recently, some citizens have publicly criticized the mayor for his actions regarding the Ozark-Dale County Public Library Board and his social media interactions with citizens.
Ivey declares Nov. 25 as “Small Business Saturday”
Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed a proclamation declaring Nov. 25 as Small Business Saturday in the state of Alabama.
Prattville library board appointment sparks controversy
Councilman Tony Moore has spoken out against the library board for refusing to move some of the books challenged by Clean Up Alabama.
Ivey removes APLS board member who criticized threats against agency’s budget
Virginia Doyle questioned threats to rip funding away from the state agency over matters she said the board has no authority to address.
APLS board takes steps to amend code at Ivey’s request
Although the APLS executive board took its first action Thursday, it will be a long wait before the board can take a final vote on the matter.
Study finds more than 1 in 3 Alabamians face mental health issues
A new study has pinpointed Alabama as experiencing the sixth-highest increase in mental health issues from 2022 to 2023.
New PARCA report predicts slowing economy in Alabama
A new analysis of state tax revenues predicts the era of big budget increases may be coming to an end.
Committee continues work to determine distribution of opioid settlement funds
Lawmakers established the committee in June to determine where funding from the settlement should be directed.
State library service tables vote to discontinue ALA membership
Board members said they’d like more time and information to consider just what that move would mean for the library service.