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Alabama Trucking Association hires Clinton Seymour for new safety role
Alabama Political Reporter
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July 11, 2025
The Alabama Trucking Association announced Thursday that it has hired Clinton Seymour to serve as senior director for safety intelligence and regulatory Affairs, a newly integrated position designed to strengthen member success through improved...
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Jack Williams for Ag commissioner
1819 News
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The Alabama Forestry Association (AFA) announced on Thursday its endorsement of State Sen. Jack Williams (R-Wilmer) for Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. Williams has represented Senate District 34 since 2018. Before being...
Ash Trees dying in Alabama due to invasive beetle spread
The Montgomery Advertiser - Alabama
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Alabama's ash trees are under attack. A fast-spreading insect known as the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has reached Jefferson and Madison counties after being documented in four other Alabama counties. Here's what to know about the beetle that's been...
Hard Rock expands Reverb lifestyle brand to Alabama
Hotel Dive
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July 11, 2025
Dive Brief: Hard Rock International is bringing its Reverb lifestyle brand to Florence, Alabama, developing a new hotel in collaboration with Sak Capital Partners, the hotel company announced Thursday. Slated to open in early 2028, the...
Looking to buy a home? This small Alabama town just beat every other place in America
AL.com - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
One Alabama town landed on the list of the best places to buy a home in 2025 - and it’s not the one you might think. A report from Niche ranks the top cities for homebuyers this year based on home values, taxes, crime rates and quality of schools....
Ivey awards $6.2 million to expand Alabama broadband infrastructure
Gulf Coast Media - Alabama
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GCM Staff Report Baldwin County is among a dozen counties in Alabama set to benefit from a new $6.2 million investment aimed at bridging the digital divide in underserved communities. Gov. Kay Ivey announced the funding this week, awarding the...
Cullman businessman, oldest living Marine Roy Drinkard turns 105
1819 News
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Hundreds of folks are expected to drop by the home of Roy Drinkard in Cullman on Friday to congratulate him on an achievement few enjoy – his 105th birthday. Think that you have to be a high political official or business leader to share this day...
No federal tax on tips up to $25,000 has North Alabama workers excited
WAAY31 - Alabama
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It's no secret that restaurant servers have to hustle to earn tips only to lose a chunk of that hard-earned money to taxes. A new tax break means servers won't have to pay taxes on tips unless they make more than $25,000 in tips. Guntersville...
Alabama Gems Shine Among the Gulf Coast's Cutest Small Towns
Catfish Tuscaloosa - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
The towns along the Gulf Coast are amazing, and they range in size. This area offers a mix of pristine beaches, southern hospitality, outdoor adventures, music festivals, a diverse array of cuisine, and historic locations. World Atlas has named...
Eric Rudolph manhunt podcast, Bruce Pearl and politics: Down in Alabama
AL.com - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
We have an announcement over on the Down in Alabama podcast today. We’re going to talk about a new 8-episode podcast coming from AL.com called “American Shrapnel.” It’s all about the manhunt for 1996 Olympic Park bomber Eric Rudolph after he...
What is Alabama’s best hidden gem BBQ joint? Here’s what you had to say
AL.com - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
We asked you to tell us which Alabama barbecue joint deserves more love, and the verdict is finally in. We spent a week asking you which Alabama barbecue joints you think are underrated, and then asked you to vote in our poll about which one is...
An Alabama quarterback piled up 50 touchdowns on his way to a Heisman Trophy
AL.com - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
EDITOR’S NOTE: Every day until Aug. 29, Creg Stephenson is counting down significant numbers in Alabama football history, both in the lead-up to the 2025 football season and in commemoration of the Crimson Tide’s first national championship 100...
Inside Labaron Philon’s surprise return to Alabama basketball
AL.com - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
On one end of the Facetime video call in late May was Labaron Philon. On the call with him: Alabama men’s basketball assistant coach Preston Murphy. And Philon had a question for him. What would you do if I said I was coming back? “Labaron’s got a...
Company recalls bread because of undeclared nuts after consumers complain
Food Safety News
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July 10, 2025
Hartford Bakery Inc. is voluntarily recalling six lots of its “Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf” bread because it contains undeclared hazelnuts. The company has received consumer complaints about the bread. People with a nut allergy or...
Alabama court backs closed-door meetings on electricity rate hikes
WVTM 13 - Alabama
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July 10, 2025
Video above: Governor Ivey announces leadership change at public service commissionAlabama’s utility regulators can continue holding closed-door meetings to determine electricity rate hikes, a circuit court judge ruled Monday, marking a departure...
Meet Chad “Chig” Martin for 2026 Alabama gubernatorial race
The Coosa County News - Alabama
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July 11, 2025
Chad “Chig” Martin Special to the News Chad “Chig” Martin wears many hats as an Alabama entrepreneur, but felt inspired to throw another into the 2026 Alabama gubernatorial race, igniting a profound grassroots campaign. Martin was born, raised and...
Noles News: 50 days until FSU kicks off against Alabama
Tomahawk Nation - Florida
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July 11, 2025
Football: Single-season tickets are available with 50 days left until the ‘Noles take the field: Jayson Jenkins is on track to return sooner than expected, reported by Brendan Sonnone of Noles247. Tommy Castellanos has quickly earned the respect...
Alabama AG: Ex-Decatur officer not entitled to immunity in Stephen Perkins shooting case
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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July 10, 2025
The Alabama Attorney General’s office argued this week that a former Decatur police officer charged with fatally shooting a man during a dispute over a vehicle repossession should not be granted immunity before trial. Attorney General Steve...
Alabama summer heat can damage, shut down cellphones. What to know
The Tuscaloosa News - Alabama
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Alabama is predicted to have a hot and humid summer, potentially causing smartphones to overheat. Smartphones have optimal operating temperatures, and exceeding them can damage battery life. If a phone overheats, turn it off, move it to a cooler...
Bad News For Employees Of THIS Company, More Than 2,000 Employees To Lose Jobs
Zee News
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New Delhi: NASA is preparing to lay off around 2,145 senior-level employees, according to internal documents cited by Politico. These positions are typically held by highly skilled professionals or those in top management roles. The cuts appear to...