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Bill lets small local farm wineries compete for business

A Senate bill sponsored by Sen. Tom Whatley, R-Auburn, would allow small farmer-owned wineries the ability to sell and distribute their products more competitively. In a time when more consumers are clamoring for locally sourced produce, it might seem odd that Alabama’s homegrown wine industry is grossly prohibited from selling its products to Alabamians. For … Continued
April 16, 2019

Marshall addresses Mid-Alabama Republicans

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall spoke to the Mid-Alabama Republican Club at the Vestavia Hills Public Library on Saturday. On Thursday, Federal Judge Kristi Dubose of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama, granted Christopher Lee Price’s petition for a stay of execution. Marshall said at some point, federal judges and the … Continued
April 16, 2019

Shelby introduces bill creating a flat tax

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, reintroduced legislation to establish a flat tax on all income on Monday. Shelby has been a strong advocated for the Simplified, Manageable and Responsible Tax Act since his election to the Senate in 1986 and has introduced the legislation in each Congress. “Every year, Tax Day is a reminder to … Continued
April 16, 2019

U.S. Chamber awards Brooks “Spirit of Enterprise” Award

Congressman Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award on April 4 for his strong 2018 record of support for free enterprise and opposition to socialism. The Spirit of Enterprise Award is given annually to members of Congress based on rankings the U.S. Chamber gives for key pro-Free Enterprise, … Continued
April 16, 2019

During payday presser, two Alabama Republicans break with Trump, side with liberal advocates

In the media room on the third floor of the State House, a self-identified group of liberals and conservatives took the stage to introduce legislation to restrict small consumer payday loans further. In a surprising move, Republican lawmakers at the event voiced their disagreement with President Donald Trump with one stating he is not a … Continued
April 15, 2019

Auto supplier Toyota Boshoku set to open facility in Athens

Japanese auto supplier Toyota Boshoku America is set to open a new $50 million facility in Athens, Alabama. At full production, the manufacturing facility will support about 400 jobs in Limestone County. Gov. Kay Ivey joined representatives of Toyota Boshoku and local leaders in Limestone County today to announce that the global automotive supplier plans … Continued
April 11, 2019

GD Copper announces expansion

GD Copper USA announced plans today to invest $3.5 million in its Alabama precision copper products manufacturing facility, expected to create between 30 and 40 new jobs in Wilcox County. GD Copper USA operates a $100 million plant in the Thomasville/West Wilcox Industrial Park. The new jobs will push total employment at the Alabama facility … Continued
April 11, 2019

House passes general fund budget, 2 percent state employee pay increase

The Alabama House of Representatives passed the state general fund budget, HB152, on Tuesday. HB152 is sponsored by House Ways and Means Chairman Steve Clouse, R-Ozark. HB152 passed 103 to 0. The House also passed HB166, sponsored by the late Rep. Dimitri Polizos, R-Montgomery, to give state employees a 2 percent cost of living allowance. … Continued
April 10, 2019

Ag commissioner challenges Virginia’s commissioner on 2019 NCAA Final Four game

The Alabama commissioner of agriculture and industries is bringing the Final Four competition back to the state through a friendly video challenge. Commissioner Rick Pate challenged the Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Jewel Bronaugh, betting that Auburn University would win over the University of Virginia. His friendly wager is a case of farm-raised catfish … Continued
April 5, 2019