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Medical cannabis applications reveal hidden problems, missing info

A secretive process, numerous lawsuits, applicants hiding troubling info — the AMCC's medical marijuana licensing process continues to disappoint.
December 4, 2023

The behind-the-scenes efforts to combat COVID-19

Some days it seems the only visible action state government is taking is to update the public on the number of COVID-19 cases and those who have died from the disease. But in these times of dire public uncertainty, Gov. Kay Ivey’s team is working diligently to solve a myriad of problems facing the state. … Continued
April 1, 2020

State closing large part of Holman prison

Montgomery – A large portion of Holman Correctional Facility outside of Atmore is closing because of maintenance problems in a tunnel that carries utilities to those sections, the Alabama Department of Corrections announced Wednesday.   It’s a decision that concerns a U.S. Department of Justice attorney, who is working with state officials to prevent a possible … Continued
January 29, 2020

It is the guns. It is the rhetoric.

It’s the video games.  Or the mental health problems.  Or the violent TV shows.  Or maybe, even, it could be that the liberals have coddled these troubled minds too much.  Yep, it’s definitely one of those things, or all of those things. But the two things it can never be are the weapons of war … Continued
August 6, 2019

One vote can make a difference

Some of us who were former legislators, who served our counties in the Legislature a long time, were considered by many to always be their legislator. A good many of my former constituents still call me with questions or problems. Some ask me how to get in touch with their congressman or senator about a … Continued
June 19, 2019