ALEA Marine Patrol Division Offers Free Boating Basics and License Courses Across Alabama
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is preparing for another season of Boating Basics and License Courses, offering free, hands-on classes at locations statewide. These courses provide essential training for new and experienced boaters, ensuring safety on Alabama’s waterways. Each year, ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division hosts these interactive sessions, allowing […]
Jacksonville State University Recognized as Alabama’s Top Producer of New Teachers
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) has been named the leading producer of new teachers in Alabama, according to the latest data from the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) for the 2022-23 academic year. The university prepared 295 new educators, surpassing all other institutions in the state and producing 31% more newly trained […]
Senator Katie Britt Receives “Outstanding New Member of Congress” Award from American Farm Bureau Federation
Washington D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has been recognized by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) with the “Outstanding New Member of Congress” award. This honor is given to a member of Congress who is in, or has recently completed, their first term and has demonstrated strong support for agricultural interests. “I am honored […]
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Solving Recent Property Crimes and Narcotics Investigation as well Highlights ‘Catch of the Week’
Calhoun County, AL – The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating recent property crimes and is calling on the public for help. By encouraging community involvement, the Sheriff’s Office hopes to improve public safety and hold those accountable for these criminal activities. Incident 1: Sometime between 2/2/25 and 2/18/25, someone stole a Forest 5th […]
Gadsden State Tennis Duo Earns Conference Honors
Gadsden, AL – John David Cunningham and Luke Russo, members of the Gadsden State Community College men’s tennis team, have been named Tennis Co-Players of the Week by the Alabama Community College Conference. The recognition comes after the duo’s impressive 3-1 record last week at No. 2 doubles, securing key conference victories against Coastal Alabama Community […]
Children’s of Alabama Health Education and Safety Center Receives $64,000 Grant to Promote Teen Driving Safety
Birmingham, AL – Children’s of Alabama Health Education and Safety Center will continue its mission to enhance teen driving safety, thanks to a generous $64,000 grant from State Farm. The funding will support the URKEYS2DRV Teen Driver Safety Summits and teen driving education sessions across Alabama. Since its inception in 2014, the URKEYS2DRV program has provided […]
Alabama House Committee Advances HB 363, Ban on Foreign Contributions to Elections
MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama House Ethics and Campaign Finance Committee has approved HB 363, a bill seeking to prohibit foreign nationals and foreign corporations from making contributions to political candidates, political action committees, constitutional amendment campaigns, and referendums. The legislation, sponsored by Representative James Lomax, now moves forward in the legislative process. Alabama Secretary […]
Sparklight® Launches 7th Annual “Dream Bigger” Contest to Support STEM Education
Anniston, AL – Sparklight®, a leading broadband provider, is once again championing STEM education by inviting K-12 schools and organizations to participate in its 7th annual “Dream Bigger” contest. The initiative provides a chance to win $2,500 to support science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) projects or clubs. Recognizing the critical role STEM education plays in […]
Senate Fails to Advance Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025
Washington D.C. – The U.S. Senate failed to advance S.9, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, after a procedural vote fell short of the necessary threshold. The legislation aimed to define gender under Title IX as based on biological sex at birth and to prohibit federally funded athletic programs from allowing […]
Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Awards $13.6 Million in Grants
Montgomery, AL – The Alabama Department of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, also known as the Children’s Trust Fund, joined local and state leaders on February 18 to present $13.6 million in grant funding to various programs across the state. The check presentation took place at the Alabama State House in Montgomery, with numerous organizations, […]
