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Confidant Turns Whistleblower in Alabama Governor’s Sex Scandal
Most of the details of Gov. Robert Bentley’s sordid sex scandal are known, but little has been said for the man who blew the whistle…
Alabama Lawmakers Aim to Tackle Predatory Payday Loan Policies
Multiple efforts across Alabama communities and governments are working to crack down on predatory loan practices, especially in the form of short-term, high-interest “payday loans.”…
Arkansas Senator Fighting for Gradnparents’ Visitation Rights
In Little Rock, AR, Senator Gary Stubblefield announced that he plans on filing legislation to make it easier for grandparents to visit or adopt their…
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UAH’s President Robert Altenkirch Retiring in Upcoming Year
University of Alabama in Huntsville is going to have a busy 2018-2019 academic year, as current President Robert Altenkirch has announced that he will retire…
50 States 50 Lawns: Round 2 — Alabama Resident’s Second Nationwide Trip to Mow Lawns
A Hunstville resident, and Alabama A and M student, has set plans to make his second trip around the country to mow lawns. Rodney Smith…
Marijuana for Pets? These Veterinarians Say It Just Might Work…
With eight states in the U.S., including California, legalizing marijuana for adult use, more people are beginning to see signs in local pet stores or…
Alabama Senator Proposes Ignition Interlock Bill
Republican state Sen. Jim McClendon has introduced a bill that may close a loophole in Alabama’s law, reducing deaths related to drunk driving. The bill…
Alabama Files Lawsuit Against Opioid Manufacturer
In early February, a 65 page lawsuit was filed by Alabama, alleging one of the largest pain pill manufacturers was intentionally marketing drugs that have…
Alabama Teachers Expected to Get a Pay Raise With New Education Budget
Educators across the state of Alabama have struggled in recent years. Though teaching is one of the most respected professions across the country, in Alabama,…
