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Alabama National Guard airman positive for COVID-19

An Alabama National Guard airman tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.  The airman, assigned to the 187th Fighter Wing  self-quarantined after experiencing symptoms, according to a statement released by Dannally Field officials Friday.  “Dannelly Field public health officials are working with military and state officials to monitor the airman who is recovering at home. The … Continued
March 27, 2020

Alabama NAACP will hold voting rights vigils tonight

The Alabama NAACP has announced that they are holding voting rights vigils in Alabama’s four largest cities tonight to protest what they feel are a weakening of voting rights in this country. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was signed into law on August 6, 1965 and will be 54 years old today. There will … Continued
August 6, 2019

Fraternal Order of Police endorses Jay King

Monday, the Fraternal Order of Police Capitol City Lodge No. 11 announced that they have endorsed Jay King in the House District 74 special election Republican primary. “Jay has demonstrated his ability to lead and work with others to better our community,” said Lodge President Everette Johnson. “He will make an excellent Representative that will … Continued
May 29, 2019

Jace Holley, Justin Billa honored with Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement

Thursday, the Alabama legislature held a rare joint session to present the Legislative Medal of Honor for Law Enforcement to the Alabama law enforcement officer who demonstrated the greatest bravery in service to their fellow Alabamians. This year, there were a rare two medals awarded. Coffee County Sheriff’s Deputy Jace Holley responded to a fatal … Continued
May 17, 2019

Richard Bollinger to run for vacant Montgomery County House seat

Montgomery City Councilman Richard Bollinger announced that he will seek the Republican nomination for the District 74 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives, the office left vacant by the death of Representative Dimitri Polizos. “Dimitri was a wonderful man and a dear friend. I greatly respected him as a person, a business owner and … Continued
April 3, 2019

Caring for the brave in the land of the free

It has been years in the making, but finally, the veterans of our area will be able to get the care they have long deserved. On Monday, March 18th, I had the honor of participating in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new VA Outpatient Clinic located in Tillmans Corner. Many veterans from Southwest Alabama … Continued
March 26, 2019

Ivey issues State of Emergency due to flooding, potential severe weather

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a State of Emergency effective at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019, for several counties due to flooding caused by heavy rains over the past several days and ongoing severe weather this weekend. The counties include Blount, Cherokee, Colbert, Cullman, Dekalb, Etowah, Fayette, Franklin, Jackson, Lamar, Lauderdale, Lawrence, … Continued
February 23, 2019

Ivey declares state of emergency ahead of winter weather

The state of Alabama is under a state of emergency for approaching winter weather, Gov. Kay Ivey’s office announced Monday. The emergency declaration, which takes effect at 3 p.m., allows for activation of the Alabama Emergency Operations Center in Clanton and the Alabama National Guard to assist with emergency transportation needs. Ivey is also directing … Continued
January 28, 2019

State Sen. Tom Whatley qualifies for re-election

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, Alabama state Sen. Tom Whatley announced that he will seek re-election for State Senate District 27 representing portions of Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa Counties. “I am proud of the accomplishments we have made in my legislative career,” Whatley said. “We have the lowest unemployment rate ever and our … Continued
January 15, 2018

Ivey Critical of Proposed National Guard Cuts

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter When the nation was first created the states, all had militias that they used to defend the state against foreign invasion or domestic insurrection.  Defense is primarily a federal responsibility, but throughout our history, the militia: the Alabama National Guard has been there to fight America’s wars, respond to … Continued
April 30, 2014