Baird’s “impeccable record” leaves Alexander City paying more, getting less
Families in Alexander City face soaring utility bills, foul water, and failed promises while Mayor Baird touts his “impeccable record.”
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Joe Eatmon unseats incumbent Matthew Wilson in Tuscaloosa runoff
Political newcomer Joe Eatmon handily beat incumbent Matthew Wilson in the District 1 runoff, receiving 582 votes to Wilson’s 407.
Huntsville elects first Black city councilwoman
Michelle Watkins becomes Huntsville's first Black city councilwoman.
Kevin “KD” Dunn announces candidacy for mayor of Pleasant Grove
Dunn was elected to the Pleasant Grove City Council in 2020.
September 17, 2024
Mobile councilman pushes back against book challenges
The council is set to approve $8.2 million in funding for the library at its next meeting.
Mercedes worker says city councilor called Martin Luther King Jr. an “elitist classist”
Tuscaloosa city councilor and reverend Matthew Wilson recorded an anti-union video for Mercedes.
Alabama NAACP pushes back on Madison city manager proposal
The change would leave the Madison mayor as essentially an at-large city councilman.
Mountain Brook council candidate faces controversy over controversial post history
Christopher Powanda has received criticism over past social media posts perpetuating falsehoods and misinformation concerning the 2020 election.
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The local route — calling on local officials and holding them accountable — is often the best path for citizens to get what they want, or block what they don’t want.
Mobile City Council President Rev. Levon Manzie has died
Mobile City Council President Rev. Levan Manzie died unexpectedly.