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State Sen. Randy Price is recovering from COVID-19

State Sen. Randy Price, R-Opelika, released a statement Friday regarding his health following his hospitalization and diagnosis of COVID-19. Both he and his wife, Oline Price, have the virus. “I have been overwhelmed with prayers, love and support since Oline and I fell ill, and it’s something that I will never forget,” Price said. “Thankfully, … Continued
July 17, 2020

Death toll at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika increases to 6

The number of patients who have died from COVID-19 at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika since Friday has increased to six, the hospital said in a statement Sunday. Four of the patients were from Chambers County and two were from Lee County. The Alabama Department of Public Health is still investigating the deaths and … Continued
March 29, 2020

Casson’s ballot access has been challenged

Thomas Sick of D.C. Casson is a candidate for the Republican nomination for the 3rd Congressional District Congressional of Alabama. Casson will be on the ballot challenging longtime incumbent Mike Rogers, R-Saks, or at least that is what he hopes. On Tuesday, Casson learned that his ballot access is being challenged. There will be an … Continued
December 3, 2019

Thomas Casson to run against Mike Rogers

Thursday, Thomas Sick of D.C Casson of Opelika officially filed his candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives in Congressional District 3. Casson is challenging longtime House District 3 incumbent Mike Rogers (R-Saks) who is running for his tenth term. Casson said that members should serve a maximum of twelve years. “Ten terms I, Congress is … Continued
November 15, 2019

Rogers: Terrorism remains a threat in our own backyard

Congressman Mike Rogers, R-Saks, said that terrorism remains a threat. This was following the arrest of Nayef Qashou, a Lee County resident charged with lying to the FBI and destroying records. The arrest was part of a years-long counterterrorism investigation. “Today’s arrest is a stark reminder that terrorism remains a threat in our own backyard,” … Continued
September 20, 2019

Alabama ranked No. 3 in business climate

Thursday, Business Facilities magazine, which focuses on economic development, ranked Alabama as number three in the country for business climate. The magazine used a new analysis that evaluated a range of key economic categories. Alabama earned the No. 3 spot in the magazine’s climate ranking. The state earned high marks for workforce training, manufacturing employment … Continued
July 30, 2019

Municipalities lay out their legislative agenda for 2019

Tuesday, the Alabama League of Municipalities presented their 2019 legislative agenda to the state press corps in Montgomery. Ken Smith has been the Executive Director of the League of Municipalities since 2006. Smith said that the League has been in existence for 84 years and that they look forward to moving forward with all stake … Continued
February 22, 2019

Lee County voters have a special election today

If you live anywhere in Lee County, remember to go to the polls to vote on whether or not to reauthorize existing property taxes to fund local school systems. Lee County Schools Superintendent Mac McCoy is urging voters to vote in favor of the school tax renewals in a statement on the system’s website. “Hello, … Continued
February 19, 2019

Hagan has busy week of campaigning

Democratic Congressional candidate Mallory Hagan is attempting to cover a lot of ground in personal appearances as she campaigns across the 3rd Congressional District this week. “This week was a stark reminder of how important this election is for every American,” Hagan said. “As Senator McCain reminded us, “Americans never quit. Americans never surrender. We … Continued
September 4, 2018