Alabama House Minority Leader says state needs “to get more serious” on prison reform
“We have to get more serious about the total package on the reform side,” House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels said.
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Ten Alabama Counties with the largest population gains
The two counties with the most growth in the state are Baldwin and Madison Counties.
Tallassee mayor announces candidacy for Public Service Commission Place 1
Hammock is the current mayor and superintendent of utilities for the city of Tallassee and is serving in his second term.
Amanda Baxley announces candidacy for circuit judge
Municipal Court Judge Amanda Baxley is running for circuit court judge in the 19th judicial circuit.
Former State Sen. Larry Dixon has died
Dixon represented Montgomery and Elmore Counties in the Alabama Legislature for decades.
Ivey announces location of the prison site in Elmore County
The proposed site is in Elmore County near the intersection Alabama Highway 29 and Rifle Range Road.
Police Chiefs Association “wholeheartedly” supports Ivey’s prison plan
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced the two developer teams that are to build the state’s three new mega prisons. Ivey said those prisons are to be located in Bibb, Elmore County and Escambia counties. The president of the Alabama Association of Police Chiefs Chief Patrick W. Mardis released a statement in support of … Continued
Every county in Alabama has lost people from COVID-19
There is a lot of diversity in Alabama. Not every community in Alabama looks the same, has the same level of education or makes the same amount money. There are urban counties, suburban counties, rural counties, counties experiencing rapid growth, and counties that have been declining in population for years. There are counties where people … Continued
2nd Congressional District GOP candidates appeal to Elmore County voters
January 14 the Second Congressional District Republican candidates spoke to the Elmore County Republican voters at a forum in Wetumpka. Dothan businessman Jeff Coleman said, “I am a 35-year businessman,” not a professional politician. “A couple who prays together stays together.” Coleman said discussing his successful marriage. “A good quality job will solve all the … Continued
State unemployment drops again in September
Friday, the Alabama Department of Labor announced that our state reached a new record low unemployment rate of 3.0 percent. The governor said in a statement that she is very proud of this news, but is remaining laser focused on helping all Alabamians who want a job to get a job. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey … Continued