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Filing bankruptcy in 1875 could have ended H.J. Heinz's vision, but the public humiliation became a catalyst for global success.
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Autauga sheriff sues commission over jail conditions
The sheriff evacuated the jail a year ago, claiming mold threatened the health and safety of inmates and staff.
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See recent postsThe miracle of the Anglo-Irish Treaty
Incremental compromise, in the short run, provides a structure to build ultimate long-term objectives. This lesson is worth remembering.
Carl, Sewell and Rogers support waiver for Gen. Austin to serve as defense secretary
The House voted in favor of the waiver permitting Gen. Austin to serve as secretary of defense.
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See recent postsWeekly 2019 legislative report
The Alabama Legislature met for Day 12 of its annual Regular Session on Tuesday, April 23. Thirty-three committee meetings were held throughout the week to consider legislation. Both Houses met on Thursday, April 25 for Day 13. 849 bills have been introduced to date. The Legislature will return to Montgomery on Tuesday, April 30 for … Continued
Week Twelve Legislative Report: Sine Die
The Alabama Legislature adjourned the annual Regular Session Sine Die on Thursday, March 29 on the 26th Day of the Session. Unless there is a Special Session called by the Governor, the Legislature will convene for its annual 2019 Regular Session on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. As the next quadrennium begins after the General Elections … Continued
Governor pushes state employee pay raises, investment in education in first State of the State
By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter A year ago, former Gov. Robert Bentley delivered his last State of the State address, setting goals for a Legislative Session that not only would see many of his priorities fall short but encompass the end his political career. Last night, Gov. Kay Ivey delivered her first — an … Continued
Gerald Dial announces run for Agriculture and Industries Commissioner
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama state Sen. Gerald Dial, R-Lineville, announced that he is seeking the Republican nomination for commissioner of the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Dial said that his campaign is focused on creating jobs in the state – whether it be agriculture, professional services or anything in between. “I … Continued
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See recent postsI’m not voting Tuesday, but Republicans should
By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter I won’t be voting on Tuesday in the Special GOP Runoff between Roy Moore and Luther Strange. I voted in the Special Democratic Primary, so I’m going to respect the law and not try to cross over. Though in an election paid for by Alabama taxpayers, that crossover law … Continued
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See recent postsThe Legislature needs to pass the Lottery in the Special Session
Guest Editorial from Rep. Craig Ford The Alabama Legislature is quickly running out of excuses for failing to let the people vote on a State Lottery. Last summer, Gov. Bentley called a Special Session specifically for the purpose of passing a Lottery. After passing out of the State Senate, the Lottery went to the House … Continued