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By Corey Tyree Whether it be food or energy or water, Americans are known for consuming more and more. There is at least one exception – electricity. In Alabama, and the US as a whole, we are consuming less and less. Electricity consumption (as measured by electricity sales) has fallen nationally five of the past … Continued

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—At a press conference on Wednesday, the Republican Caucus laid out its theme of this year’s agenda: “Continuing Positive Progress.” The priorities for the 2016 Session include, economic growth, protecting children and families, and education pay raises. President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston) and Senate Majority Leader Greg Reed … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, October 22 State Representative David Standridge (R from Hayden) who is Chairman of the House Rural Caucus commented on Governor Robert Bentley’s broadband announcement earlier this week. Rep. Standridge said, “I am pleased to learn of the governor’s recent statement of support for statewide broadband. Having accessible … Continued

By Brandon MoseleyAlabama Political Reporter On Wednesday, October 29, an overflow crowd packed the Lurleen Wallace School of Nursing auditorium at Jacksonville State University to hear the Senate District 11 debate between incumbent Senator Del Marsh (R from Anniston) and his opponent, attorney Taylor Stewart (D from Anniston).  The event was a heavy weight slug … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Wednesday Congresswoman Martha Roby (R) from Montgomery spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives about the poor jobs numbers from May. Representative Roby said on Facebook, “It probably got lost amongst the many scandals in D.C. right now, but the most recent jobs report had … Continued