Prophecies of Jesus
Just before Jesus came to Gethsemane, He declared an astounding prophecy to His disciples. He simply told them, “But after I am risen again, I will go before you into Galilee.” (Matthew 26:32) Delving into those words reveals that Jesus already knew what He would do after He died and rose again victorious over…
Read MoreEquality VFD Fish Fry Fundraiser today, tomorrow
Please support local fire department, businesses that contribute to local economy What is going on in Equality and Nixburg, Alabama? I don’t know, staying inside with fans and AC going because the Alabama July heat has arrived, and I am withering out in it. OK, not totally true, I will be venturing out…
Read MoreAmerica’s 250th: A reflection on our nation’s legacy through Alabama’s story
Op-Ed by Nicole Jones Wadsworth, PhD, MBA, MS July 4, 2026, marks an extraordinary milestone: the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The United States Semiquincentennial serves as an opportunity to reflect on the principles that have shaped the American experiment: self-government, individual liberty, the rule of law, and the role each state,…
Read MoreFood assistance for hundreds of thousands of Alabamians could be cut due to federal law
Special to the News Alabama Arise New USDA data confirms that Alabama, along with 35 other states, will soon face massive new costs to continue SNAP – increasing the risk that more struggling families could soon lose food assistance. Congress must delay this cost shift for all states. Starting October 1, 2027, most states…
Read MoreADOC K-9 assists in tracking suspect in Conecuh County
Special to the News On June 28, at approximately 4 a.m., the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Southern Region K-9 Unit received a request for assistance from the Conecuh County Sheriff’s Office. Suspect Gregory Watkins had fled on foot from the Conecuh County Jail following an attempted contraband drop. K-9 officers responded and deployed their…
Read MoreChasing imperfection in a wax-covered world
The bag of vegetables magically appeared on our front porch along with beer. I looked around for angels and wisemen. Then I turned to my wife, saying, “Ray, is this heaven?” She looked at me flatly. “Who’s Ray?” You have to worry about this woman. So, we brought the vegetables inside and commenced…
Read MoreJune 22-28, 2026
Jail population as of June 28: 30 inmates Males: 23 Females: 7 ARRESTS On June 22, Sgt. Ward arrested Jacorious Zaquan Burton, a citizen of Alexander City, on the charges of Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substances X 2, Possession of Marijuana 1st, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Certain Persons…
Read MoreGov. Ivey announces funding for CHOOSE Act education savings accounts for 2026-2027 school year
Special to the News Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced education savings accounts (ESAs) established by the state’s CHOOSE Act program are now fully funded and available for the 2026-2027 academic year. Families that were approved through the application process earlier this year can access their funding through the ClassWallet platform to help pay…
Read MoreWomen breaking free from smoking: One step at a time
By Dr. Isabel Scarinci UAB Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Many women want to quit smoking. In fact, women often try to quit more often than men. But staying tobacco-free can be harder for women. One reason is that many women use cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or other tobacco products to deal with stress, sadness,…
Read MoreAmericans for Prosperity–Alabama invites communities statewide to celebrate America’s 250th with free “Young Washington” film screenings
Special to the News Americans for Prosperity-Alabama (AFP-AL) is excited to announce a series of free film screenings of the new movie “Young Washington” to celebrate the United States of America’s 250th anniversary. The complimentary matinee showings will take place throughout July at eight locations throughout the state. These family-friendly events will offer unique opportunities to honor the spirit of the nation’s…
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