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Sen. Jones introduces bipartisan Access Broadband Act

Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama, has introduced legislation that he hopes will bring growth to underserved communities in the country through broadband resources. Jones introduced the Access Broadband Act on April 5, a bipartisan bill that aims to simplify broadband services and application for access for smaller communities and companies. “In today’s economy, high-speed internet is … Continued

Mikayla Burns

April 9, 2019

Opinion

Alabama Legislature should focus on Alabama

Alabama legislators are at it again – putting their energy toward passing needless bills that demonize communities versus fixing the real, urgent issues in our state. Last Thursday, a bill passed out of the Alabama Senate that would provide Alabamians with the option to contribute their state refund to the “We Build the Wall” organization. … Continued

Sarai Portillo

March 27, 2019

Conservation Alabama celebrates 20 years

It has been 20 years since Conservation Alabama, one of the most influential environmental groups in Alabama, was founded. The group was founded as the Alabama League of Environmental Action Voters to give the environment a voice at the Alabama Statehouse. It was later renamed Conservation Alabama. Conservation Alabama has worked with environmental organizations, communities, … Continued

Chip Brownlee

March 22, 2019

Opinion

Community focused: Supporting state and local government

Last week, I was honored to host some of our local mayors, city councilmembers and city officials from Southwest Alabama in Washington to hear about what they do every day for our communities. I am a firm believer that the best people to run our towns and our communities are not the bureaucrats in Washington … Continued

Bradley Byrne

March 19, 2019

Opinion

Alabama Supreme Court to hear Hubbard’s appeal; there is cause for concern

Warning sirens sounded throughout the political and legal communities when, on Monday, the Alabama Supreme Court granted former Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard a hearing on his 11 counts of felony public corruption conviction. It may be just that in such a high profile case with great public interest that the court felt it … Continued

Bill Britt

March 13, 2019

Ivey unveils infrastructure plan

On County Road 17 in rural Maplesville, Gov. Kay Ivey earlier today announced her bold new Rebuild Alabama Infrastructure Plan. “By increasing our investment in infrastructure, we are not only investing in our roads and bridges,” said Ivey. “We are making important investments in economic development, the safety of our family and friends, our local … Continued

Bill Britt

February 27, 2019

Opinion

Supporting Alabama’s number one industry

Agriculture is our country’s oldest industry. Since the beginning, America’s farmers have worked the land and sustained our communities. Today, agriculture is the top industry in rural America, and it remains the number one industry in Alabama. As our manufacturing industry continues to grow, I have made a commitment to never forget about the backbone … Continued

Bradley Byrne

June 26, 2018

Opinion

Combatting the opioid crisis at home and across the country

There are countless important issues currently facing our state and nation. From our ongoing conversations with North Korea to the continuing need for enhanced security at the southern border, there’s no shortage of priorities that warrant discussion. Unfortunately, there is one very serious issue that continues to make headlines: the horrific opioid epidemic that is … Continued

Martha Roby

June 18, 2018

Opinion

Fighting to save Alabama’s rural hospitals

These are positive times for many Alabamians. Our unemployment rate is at an all-time low, major manufacturers continue to locate in our state, and the national championship trophy is back in the state where it belongs. Despite the momentum, our state is certainly not free from challenges. One of the most serious issues facing Alabama … Continued

Bradley Byrne

April 30, 2018

Opinion

Protecting our children

For much of the year, the safety of our students rests in the hands of the faculty, staff, and resource officers at our schools. Without a shadow of a doubt, the people who know best how to protect our schools are the teachers, parents, administrators, police officers, and students in their own communities. In February, … Continued

Bradley Byrne

March 20, 2018