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Montgomery to host 2027 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series

Montgomery secured the 2027 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series, a tournament returning to the city for the first time since 1988.

August 6, 2025

Bessemer city government clashes with residents over proposed hyper-scale data center

Residents loudly opposed a proposed 4.5-million-square-foot data center, fearing resource drain, environmental impacts and questionable revenue.

Alex Jobin

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August 5, 2025

Wes Allen reminds Alabamians to register to vote before municipal elections

The deadline to register to vote before August 26 municipal elections is Monday, August 11, 2025.

August 5, 2025

Cougar Oil, P&CMA award CDL scholarships to students in Selma, Dallas County

The third year of the partnership brings total CDL scholarships in Selma to 14.

August 1, 2025

GUMBO leads Baldwin County mayors to D.C. for talks with Britt, Tuberville

The mayors of Foley, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach traveled to D.C. to advocate for federal support on infrastructure, tourism, and regional growth priorities.

August 1, 2025

Secretary of state reminds Alabamians of absentee voting deadlines

Municipal absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, August 19.

August 1, 2025

Montgomery mayor praises infrastructure initiative, Montgomery Forward

The initiative is delivering improvements, from modernized fire stations to revitalized parks, enhancing community spaces in historically underserved areas.

August 1, 2025

PARCA: Jefferson County sees fewer homicides and overdoses in 2025

Homicides and overdose deaths have dropped significantly in Jefferson County in 2025 with progress in public safety and health efforts.

Mary Claire Wooten

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July 31, 2025

Joshua Brown challenges Bob Wills for Bay Minette mayor

Brown, a Baldwin County resident and community advocate, officially announced his candidacy, challenging the 13-year incumbent.

July 31, 2025