Opinion & Policy
AG Marshall announces criminal enterprise indictment in Conecuh County for gang-related “Glock switch” possession
Special to the News On Wednesday Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment of a Conecuh County man for possessing machine gun conversion devices, with enhanced charges under Alabama’s Criminal Enterprise Act. Jalen Demetrius Rodgers, 22, of Repton, was indicted on two counts for the possession or selling of used parts designed to convert pistols…
Read MoreExecution carried out for Geoffrey Todd West
Special to the News The execution of Alabama death row inmate Geoffrey Todd West was carried out by nitrogen hypoxia on September 25, at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore. He was pronounced deceased by a physician at 6:22 p.m. On September 24, West had eight visitors and two phone calls. On…
Read MoreAG Marshall announces indictment of former Huntsville Crime Stoppers coordinator
Special to the News Last Friday Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment of Charles Nathan Nickelson, former Huntsville Area Crime Stoppers coordinator and Huntsville police officer. Nickelson, 60, of Madison County, was indicted on one count of using his official position for personal gain. The indictment alleges that Nickelson intentionally used his position to obtain…
Read MoreAlabama Farmers Federation endorses candidates for 2026 elections
Special to the News The Alabama Farmers Federation announced political endorsements Tuesday following a packed Alabama FarmPAC agenda that saw more than two dozen candidates make their cases to Federation leaders from all 67 counties. “Candidates often say the auditorium where we hold the FarmPAC meeting is the most intimidating venue in state politics.…
Read MoreOctober Beef Month celebrates 61 years in Alabama
Special to the News The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, or ACA, is proud to announce the arrival of October Beef Month in Alabama, celebrating its 61st year as a longstanding tradition honoring the state’s beef cattle industry. “Each October we have the opportunity to celebrate Alabama’s cattle industry and the hardworking families who bring beef to…
Read MoreIs the dollar quietly being replaced?
While the U.S. dollar is not being replaced entirely, a “quiet” shift is underway as its dominant position gradually erodes in favor of a more multi-currency world. This process, known as de-dollarization, is driven by several factors, but experts agree that no single currency is poised to replace the dollar in the foreseeable future.…
Read MoreWhat is freedom of speech?
The founders of our great nation were from many different backgrounds, different countries, different religious beliefs, different colonies, and different ages. But they somehow came together to first provide us with a Declaration of Independence establishing our “inalienable rights” and stating we are all created equal – both given to us from our Creator.…
Read MoreFights over tax receipts keeping Alabama courts busy
There is an old saying that “Money is the answer: What is the question?” Well in Alabama, the question is what is behind all of the litigation at the county courthouses being brought by cities and charter school systems. First, there are a number of cities, including Tuscaloosa, that have filed lawsuits against the…
Read MoreChange is in the air
We now find ourselves in one of those decisive moments in time when we have to choose the paths for our futures. And this is going to take some deep thinking, some soul searching, some eye-opening revelations, and some extreme courage. Please notice the main title of my column – “In my Humble Opinion.”…
Read MoreAssassinations, civil conflict too common
Assassinations and civil conflict have punctuated American history; the motivation and political impact differ significantly depending on the era. Earlier presidential assassinations were often driven by individual grievances or radical political philosophies, while assassinations in the 1960s were tied to the turbulence of the civil rights movement. More recent events indicate a trend toward…
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