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2018 election

Wiregrass Roundtable endorses Rich Hobson for Congress

The Rich Hobson for Congress Campaign announced that Hobson has received the endorsement of the Wiregrass Round Table. “The Wiregrass Round Table and I share a common commitment to fighting any effort to erode our Constitutional values,” said Hobson. “I really appreciate their engagement with these important issues, and I’m honored to have their support.” … Continued
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May 7, 2018

Alabama Republican Assembly endorses Zeigler for auditor

The Alabama Republican Assembly endorsed Jim Zeigler at their statewide endorsing meeting in Prattville on Saturday. The incumbent state auditor told the assembly, “State government needed a watchman against waste and mismanagement. I have added that role to the State Auditor’s office.” The Alabama Republican Assembly calls itself “the Republican wing of the Republican party.” … Continued
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May 7, 2018

Twinkle Cavanaugh raises $214,085 in April

Public Service President Twinkle Cavanaugh filed her final monthly fundraising report on Tuesday before the June 5th Republican primary for lieutenant governor. With five weeks left until the primary election, Cavanaugh’s April report showed a monthly fundraising total of $214,085. “I’ve been blown away by the response I’ve received from moms and dads in every … Continued
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May 3, 2018

State lawmakers announce grant to fight opioid overdoses

State Sens. Gerald Dial and Jim McClendon announced a new grant from Kaleo Pharmaceuticals that will provide every volunteer rescue squad truck in the state of Alabama with a potentially life-saving treatment for the growing number of opioid overdoses in the state. Executives with Kaleo, state Representative Arnold Mooney, R-Indian Springs, officials with the Alabama … Continued
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May 3, 2018

Ivey says nearly 15,500 jobs were generated last year from projects

Thursday, Gov. Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Commerce released the 2017 New & Expanding Industry Report. Ivey said that companies planning new facilities or expanding existing operations in Alabama announced nearly 15,500 new jobs and more than $4.4 billion in capital investment during 2017, according to a comprehensive report detailing economic development activity … Continued
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May 2, 2018

Conservation Alabama Action Fund announces primary endorsements

Conservation Alabama Action Fund announce the organization’s endorsed candidates for the 2018 state primary elections. In House District 12 the Conservation Alabama Action Fund has endorsed incumbent state Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Cullman. In House District 16, they have endorsed incumbent state Rep. Kyle South, R-Fayette. In House District 17 they have endorsed Tracy Estes. House … Continued
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May 2, 2018

Former Democratic nominee Ron Sparks endorses Maddox

The Walt Maddox campaign announced on Monday that Ron Sparks endorsed the candidate. “Walt has compassion and he has leadership,” Sparks said. “He stood in the streets of Tuscaloosa in its darkest hours and darkest days. He showed compassion, leadership, and strength to rebuild the city. He will never put party over the people of … Continued
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May 1, 2018