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David Wheeler announces campaign for House District 47

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, June 6, 2017, Republican David Wheeler announced today that he is running for Alabama House of Representatives, District 47. Rep. Wheeler said in a statement, “I have a long track record of leadership and success in my professional career and with my civic, community and political endeavors,” Wheeler … Continued
June 12, 2017

With White House move, Sims to sell Yellowhammer

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Like all Executive Branch personnel, Yellowhammer Multimedia founder Cliff Sims recently filed his Federal Public Financial Disclosure Report, in which, among other things, revealed he is selling his once thriving news outlet. Sims, who now serves as Director of White House Message Strategy in the Trump administration, enjoyed unfettered … Continued
April 3, 2017

Secretary of State’s office wins award for mock election

By Staff Report Wednesday, March 21, 2017, The Alabama Secretary of State’s Office is delighted to announce that we were honored with The National Association of State Boards of Education Award for Outstanding Leadership in Voter Education from The National Student/Parent Mock Election. The award is given to states across the US who have organized … Continued
March 22, 2017

Manufacture Alabama Endorses Cavanaugh

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, February 1, Manufacture Alabama announced that it is endorsing incumbent Public Service Commission (PSC) President Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh (R) for another term. She is being challenged in the Republican Primary by former PSC Commissioner Terry Dunn (R). Manufacture Alabama’s President, George Clark said that Cavanaugh’s conservative leadership, … Continued
February 3, 2016

Roby Says American Energy Revolution, Not Government Mandates, Is Responsible for Dropping Emissions

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, November 30, President Obama met in Europe with multinational leaders not to discuss the global fight against ISIS, Al Qaeda, and Boko Haram, but rather to discuss climate change.  US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) warned that the President is likely going to demand even greater restrictions on … Continued
December 1, 2015

PSC Approves Incentives for Small Businesses

  By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, October 6, 2015 the Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) announced that it had unanimously approved two small business incentives to strengthen and grow the Alabama economy by encouraging investments and creating jobs. PSC President Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh (R) President of the Public Service Commission said, “Alabamians can … Continued
October 7, 2015

New Consulting Firm Opens in Montgomery

  By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Suzanne Webb and Sharon Wheeler have formed a new consulting firm in Montgomery. W2 Strategies, LLC, will specialize in political and media consulting. Together, the team has over 50 years experience in government and campaigns, public and corporate affairs, including business and law.  Their backgrounds include, state and … Continued
August 25, 2015

More Business Leaders Join Group Backing Marsh Gambling Plan

  By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama business leaders Harold Ripps and Frank Bromberg III have joined the Alabama Jobs Foundation as the group’s newest directors. Former Auburn University Football Coach and Athletics Director Pat Dye is the President of the Foundation.  President Dye said in a statement, “These two men will bring a … Continued
July 21, 2015

Jobs Foundation to Support Gaming Option

  By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter    On Thursday, June 18, legendary retired Auburn football Coach and Athletic Director Pat Dye, retired Alabama Power CEO Charles McCrary, and Chairman and the CEO of Harbert Management Company Raymond Harbert have announced that they have formed a foundation to push for passage of an amendment to … Continued
June 18, 2015

Alabama Power to Close Coal Power Plants

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, August 1, the Alabama Power Company announced that in response to heavy handed regulation by the federal government, they will close two coal generating units in North Alabama and reduce or eliminate coal power units at Barry Steam Plant in Mobile County.  Alabama Power’s announcement comes in … Continued
August 4, 2014