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API applauds July 1 implementation of laws empowering mobile businesses, expanding resources in K-12 schools

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Special to the News   Alabama Policy Institute (API) is proud to announce the official implementation of three major legislative victories that dramatically cut regulatory red tape for entrepreneurs and restore foundational values to Alabama’s public education system. Each of these initiatives represents the successful fulfillment of core objectives laid out in the 2026 API BluePrint…

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Drone operator arrested near Holman Correctional Facility

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Special to the News   On Saturday, June 27, at approximately 6 p.m., the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Southern K-9 unit received information about an individual flying a drone from Interstate 65 toward Holman Correctional Facility. ADOC K-9 responded with assistance from the Atmore Police Department. The suspect, identified as former inmate Edward Knight,…

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Statement by Doug Jones on Supreme Court’s campaign finance ruling

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Special to the News   Doug Jones, Democratic nominee for governor, released the following statement regarding the Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision in “National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission” striking down limits on coordinated spending between political parties and candidates: “Once again the Supreme Court just made it even easier for big money to…

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Community Calendar

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Weekly Unity Fellowship Church; located at 8780 Coosa County Road 56, Weogufka, 35183; is having Bible Study each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the church with a meal provided. If you would please contact Martha Mooney at 205-249-0472 or Pat Green Gaither at 256-391-7353 to confirm each Wednesday of any cancellation.…

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Dauphin Island Sea Lab aquaculture project harvests first fish

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      By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources   An aquaculture project funded during former Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby’s tenure in Washington has finally been revived in Gulf of America’s nearshore waters off Alabama. Last year, a platform and fish pen were erected and moved into place about 2 miles…

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The Me Too Movement

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Kevin was minister of education in a church I served. He’d often joke when asked what his job was by saying pastors and musicians get accolades after worship services, such as “Thanks for the wonderful sermon,” and “Thanks for the beautiful music.” But in contrast, church members would tell Kevin which toilets needed repairing. In…

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Community Calendar

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June 23-July 21 Come join the Rockford Public Library for its Summer Reading Program! The Summer Reading Program will be held June 23, and July 7 and 21, at 2:30 p.m. at Rockford Public Library, located inside Town Hall. Fun, snacks and giveaways! For more information call 256-377-4911.   July 4 The Town of Goodwater…

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Safe firework use: Protecting nature, homes this Independence Day

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By Emma Greene Alabama Extension News   Fireworks are a festive addition to Fourth of July celebrations, but they can cause several dangers. To avoid the risk of wildfire, be prepared this Independence Day. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System offers the following tips for safe firework use. Safety Practices The first safety factor to consider…

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Breaking: Munford woman injured in Hatchet Creek boat crash

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Special to the News A two-vessel crash that occurred at approximately 7:15 p.m. Friday, June 26, resulted in two individuals being ejected and one injury. Natasha L. Holt, 38, of Munford, who was a passenger in the 17-foot Bumblebee Bass boat, was ejected when the Bumblebee collided with the 17-foot Nova Bass boat, operated by…

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