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Inside the Statehouse: It’ll be a fun election year

Every constitutional statewide office is up for election this year. Just like the governor’s office you can serve two consecutive four-year terms and then you are through. Kay Ivey would have been term limited as Lt. Governor. She could not have run again for that post even though she ascended to governor last year. Young … Continued
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March 28, 2018

State conservation officials warn hunters not to panic after CWD confirmed in Mississippi Deer

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Chronic Wasting Disease is continuing to spread across the country with Mississippi being the latest state to test positive for the disease that has killed thousands of deer across the country and spread to 25 states and two Canadian provinces. The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has … Continued
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February 26, 2018
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Rural prosperity: Key to Alabama’s future

By John McMillan Agriculture and Industries Commissioner “Rural Prosperity,” the title of a just-released report by the Trump Administration, comes at a most opportune time when more and more Americans and Alabamians are enjoying a rapidly growing economy. However, a segment of our nation and state are being left out of the rising economic tide, … Continued
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January 10, 2018

Josh Jones announces he will not run for governor

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Businessman Josh Jones formally announced Thursday that he had suspended his campaign for governor as a Republican. “I am thankful for the incredible people of Alabama,” Jones said. “Thank you for all the support and prayers through this process. Though this campaign has come to an end may we … Continued
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January 8, 2018

Kay Ivey maintains lead in fundraising

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, the end-of-year campaign finance reports for gubernatorial candidates were made public on the Secretary of State’s website. Gov. Kay Ivey continues to maintain a substantial fundraising lead over all of her Republican opponents. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle finished the year with $1,190,303 in cash on hand. $974,430 less … Continued
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January 5, 2018

State Sen. Gerald Dial endorses Roy Moore

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, Alabama state Sen. Gerald Dial, R-Lineville, endorsed Roy Moore for the U.S. Senate seat formerly held by Jeff Sessions. “I have known Roy Moore for many years and I am proud to endorse his candidacy for the U.S. Senate,” Dial said in a statement. “He is a man … Continued
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October 27, 2017

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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October 20, 2017

Mike Sparks announces his candidacy in Senate District 13

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, Michael “Mike” Sparks, the director of the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences, announced that he will be a candidate for the Republican nomination for the Alabama state Senate District 13. “I’m thrilled to be making this announcement,” Sparks said. “Our elected officials work for us, but I think … Continued
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September 20, 2017

Gov. Ivey now tops pack in fundraising despite having yet to announce her campaign

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has accepted more than $1 million in donations and major contributions to her gubernatorial campaign committee, leading the pack of announced candidates despite having not yet officially announced her campaign. Ivey has only been fundraising since Aug. 25 when she filed paperwork organizing her campaign … Continued
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September 6, 2017