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Reporter Sam Mattison has passed away

Rising political journalist Samuel “Sam” Mattison has passed away. Sam broke into the world of journalism as an intern with the Alabama Political Reporter in March 2017, where he covered the Alabama Legislature and most of the major events affecting state government in Alabama. After his internship, Sam was retained as a regular contributor because … Continued
September 8, 2018

Today is Labor Day

Today, Monday, September 3, 2018, is a Federal, State of Alabama and banking holiday. Most schools and many businesses will be closed.  The first Monday of September is historically considered to be the last weekend of summer, thus the day is reserved as a holiday for the working people who keep our economy functioning. The … Continued
September 3, 2018

Isner criticizes Roby for lack of public events

Monday, Democratic congressional candidate Tabitha Isner announced that she posted a video on Facebook on August 9 criticizing her opponent, incumbent Congresswoman Martha Roby, R-Montgomery, for not being present in the district. In the video, Isner “does a Martha Roby impression” by disappearing. The caption on the video was “Martha Roby hasn’t had a town … Continued
August 29, 2018

City elections are today in many municipalities

Many Alabama cities and towns have municipal elections and voter referendums today. The City of Montgomery is holding a special municipal election for city council District 4. The City of Gadsden is holding its regular municipal election. The City of Huntsville is holding its regular municipal election for city council. The City of Opp is … Continued
August 28, 2018

Alabama Children First to host bourbon, BBQ tasting fundraiser in Montgomery

A fundraiser this week will be raising money to better the well-being of Alabama’s children. Alabama Children First, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization focused on improving children’s lives by impacting public policy, will be hosting a fundraiser this Friday, Aug. 24, at Wind Creek Casino in Montgomery. All proceeds from the fundraiser will go to ACF. … Continued
August 21, 2018

Summer interns served AL-02 with distinction

It’s hard to believe that summer is winding down and most students are already back in school. As the mother of two school-aged children, I know firsthand how precious the summer months are and how quickly they always fly by. The Roby family is geared up and ready to take on another school year, and … Continued
August 13, 2018

Rogers addresses Montgomery Chamber of Commerce

Congressman Mike Rogers, who represents Alabama’s 3rd Congressional District, spoke to the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday at their monthly ‘Eggs and Issues’ event. “Congratulation on the F35 that is a big deal,” Rogers said of the Air Force’s newest fighter jet that will be replacing the F16s at Montgomery’s Donnelly Field. “We need … Continued
August 3, 2018

Rogers says research firm will recommend creation of Space Force

Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Saks) addressed the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce at their monthly ‘Eggs and Issues’ breakfast event on Tuesday. Rogers said that the U.S. needs to create the Space Force as its own independent branch of the Armed Forces. Rogers said that last year Congress asked the Defense Department to do a study on … Continued
August 1, 2018

Knight, Holmes are defeated in Montgomery

Two Montgomery powerhouses — and two of the most prominent Democrats in the state — fell Tuesday night. Rep. Alvin Holmes, the longest-serving member of the Legislature having served 45 years, and Rep. John Knight, a powerful lawmaker who has himself served for 26 years, were defeated in primary runoff races by relatively unknown opponents. Kirk … Continued
July 18, 2018