Report: State Auditor Gives Rebuttal to Gov. Bentley’s State of the State Address
Photo shows Gov. Robert Bentley, left; State Auditor Jim Zeigler, right
MONTGOMERY - In an unusual move, a Republican elected official gave a rebuttal to...
Gov. Bentley Launches Great State 2019 Plan to Leave Lasting Legacy on Alabama
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Robert Bentley on Tuesday held his annual State of the State address launching his 2016 legislative agenda and strategic plan through...
STATE: Compassion Flight Crash in Alabama Kills Two
Photo shows 2nd Lt. Phil J. Dryden of Gulf Shores (left) and Maj. David R. Mauritson of Fairhope (right).
MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE – Two...
Tough Talk at 2016 State of the State
I have a tremendous concern for the way we budget in Alabama. This last year it became very clear to me that we’re going...
Shake up by the AHSAA
CULLMAN - Wednesday was a highly anticipated day around the high school sports world, especially here in Cullman, with the Alabama High School Athletic...
SBA Disaster Assistance Approved for Coffee, Jefferson, Montgomery, Morgan and Surrounding Counties
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Robert Bentley on Friday announced that the Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved a request for disaster assistance for Coffee, Jefferson,...
Gov. Bentley Requests Public Assistance for 39 Counties Impacted by December Storms
MONTGOMERY ‐ At the request of Gov. Robert Bentley, the Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) on Wednesday announced the state has formally requested federal...
UPDATED: ALDOT to Open New I-65/County Road 222 Interchange Jan. 22
UPDATE (Jan. 20): Due to the potential threat of rain, the location for the Exit 305 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony has been moved indoors to...
Farmers Still Grounded with FAA Registration Rule
MONTGOMERY – Farmers interested in using unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) will have to wait a little longer despite the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) recent...
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt Issues Statement on Plans to Repeal Obamacare and Defund Planned Parenthood
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Ala. on Wednesday released a statement concerning his vote to repeal Obamacare and to target funding for...
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month
We all know that Internet safety is an issue for young people. Sexting is an issue and it all starts with that. They get...
U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby Visits Cullman, Gives Washington Update
Because of your help I have been placed in a position of power which I want to use for the good of the nation,...
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt Issues Statement on President Obama’s Proposed Gun Regulations
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Ala., on Sunday released the following statement after learning from news reports that President Obama plans to...
Art Faulkner, State EMA Director, Addresses Audience in Cullman- Discusses Storm Damage
CULLMAN – On Monday at 3 p.m., Art Faulkner, director of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA), visited the Cullman County EMA to speak about the...
Walmart Plans to Hire 1,500 Holiday Workers in Alabama; Wages Begin at $9 an Hour
BIRMINGHAM – Walmart announced this week it expects to hire approximately 1,500 associates at more than 100 stores in Alabama over the next few...
Bentley Awards $1.2 Million for Highway Safety
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded two grants totaling $1.2 million to help state troopers maintain safety on Alabama’s highways.
The grants to the...
Talented Young Farmers Shine at Annual Conference
MONTGOMERY – The future of Alabama agriculture looked bright as young farmers took the spotlight Monday night in statewide contests sponsored by the Alabama...
Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Begins Friday
MONTGOMERY – Alabama’s 10th Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, and end at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 9.
“This...
Dayspring Dairy: Alabama’s First Licensed Sheep Dairy Farm
Our goal is to produce unique, delicious, safe, and healthy cheeses for our customers.”
Greg Kelly, Owner - Dayspring Dairy
GALLANT – Nestled in a valley in...
Gov. Bentley Awards $120K Grant to Create Jobs in Cullman
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $120,000 grant to create jobs and spur economic development in the city of Cullman.
The Community Development...
Get Prepared: Latest State Farm Data Ranks Alabama 8th Nationally in Tornado Claims
BIRMINGHAM – State Farm is reminding Alabama homeowners about the importance of severe weather preparedness this spring by providing perspective on losses seen by...
Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions Speaks at Barbecue Lunch
I’m really proud of Cullman. This is a hard working community; very cutting edge and has economic growth and I think you are going...
Cyclists Team Up To Support Relay for Life on April 11
CULLMAN – On Saturday, April 11, cyclists will gather at Hardee’s in the Cullman Shopping Center to raise money for a local Relay for...
Cullman County Awarded Over $27,000 for Emergency Food and Shelter
CULLMAN – Congress has appropriated $120 million to supplement and expand emergency food and shelter programs. Each jurisdiction's award is based upon the jurisdiction's...
‘Carly’s Law’ CBD Oil Drug Trials to Begin
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) – Last Tuesday afternoon, Michelle Graham stood in the lobby of the Civitan building on UAB's campus with tears brimming in...
“The Barbecue State”
CULLMAN – Johnny’s Barbecue has been in business for more than 52 years serving smoky barbecue to the masses. They are known for their...
DHR Selected to Receive $41 Million Child Care Grant
MONTGOMERY—Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the Alabama Department of Human Resources, Child Care Services Division(DHR) has been selected to receive an Early Head...
Alabama sees second largest reduction of pseudoephedrine sales as meth labs decline
CULLMAN - Data from the National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators (NADDI) shows in 2014 Alabama has seen the second highest reduction of sales...
Grants to assist with improvements in three north Alabama counties
MONTGOMERY - Community Development Block Grants totaling $1.47 million awarded by Gov. Robert Bentley will help make improvements and upgrades in St. Clair, Blount...
October 20 Deadline for Voter Registration Approaching
MONTGOMERY – Secretary of State Jim Bennett today (Friday) reminded Alabama residents that October 20 is the deadline to register to vote for the...
Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney elected as President of AADCP
CULLMAN – Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney was elected President of Alabama Association of Drug Court Professionals at their last conference in Montgomery Alabama.
“I...
Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney elected as President of AADCP
CULLMAN – Cullman District Judge Kim Chaney was elected President of Alabama Association of Drug Court Professionals at their last conference in Montgomery Alabama.
“I...
Governor Bentley awards $3.63 million for highway safety
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded $3.63 million in grants for programs that to make Alabama roads safer by preventing injuries and fatalities.
The state’s...
Children in Alabama being tested for Enterovirus D68
MONTGOMERY - Reports of cases from across the nation have prompted concern among parents of children and teenagers about enterovirus D68 (EV-D68).
On Aug. 29,...
Governor awards grant to help laid-off workers
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $60,000 grant to continue efforts to help workers who have lost their jobs due to downsizing...
McMillan Advises Horse Owners to Vaccinate for EEE & West Nile Virus
MONTGOMERY, AL– Agriculture & Industries Commissioner John McMillan announces that the first positive case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) has been detected in Alabama.
“This...
ADPH seeks input on maternal and child health care needs
MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Department of Public Health is asking that families with children or youth complete an online survey concerning health and health...
Bentley grant to assist sexual assault victims statewide
MONTGOMERY— A $271,466 grant awarded by Gov. Robert Bentley is helping local agencies and organizations provide more comprehensive services to sexual assault victims in...
Prevent Foodborne illnesses on hot Summer days
MONTGOMERY – Picnics, backyard grilling, camping, weddings and outdoor family reunion meals can provide a perfect environment for foodborne illnesses because the hot temperatures...
Avoid senseless tragedy by never leaving children alone in vehicles
MONTGOMERY – Each summer there are deaths related to heat exposure in Alabama. The extremely hot temperatures in summer should remind parents, grandparents and...
DHR awarded $1.7 million grant to improve child care services
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) has been awarded a grant by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to help strengthen Alabama’s statewide...
Funding Restored for Disabled Veterans Hospital Transportation Service
MONTGOMERY – Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the restoration of funding for a vital hospital transportation service for disabled veterans. She made...
Secretary of State Bennett Says Photo ID off to a Good Start
MONTGOMERY – Secretary of State Jim Bennett said the first election using the new photo voter ID law at the polls was a great...
Kickoff to help prevent elder abuse held at State Capitol
MONTGOMERY - Members of the Alabama Interagency Council for the Prevention of Elder Abuse held a kickoff today, Thursday June 5th, to recognize World...
Are you eligible for WIC?
MONTGOMERY – Alabama families may qualify for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, better known as WIC. If you are...
Alabama experiences significant H1N1 influenza activity this season
MONTGOMERY – While the flu season is just getting started in much of the country, activity is already high in Alabama, along with Louisiana,...
Prevent foodborne illnesses this holiday season
MONTGOMERY – Recent foodborne outbreaks that resulted in hospitalizations should alert Alabamians to follow safe food preparation and storage practices. As the holidays approach...
WIC Program receives additional funding through October
MONTGOMERY – The federal government has provided additional funds for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) programs to operate. The Alabama WIC Program will continue...
ADPH announces WIC Program status is uncertain
MONTGOMERY – Due to the federal government shutdown effective, Oct. 1, 2013, the future of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is uncertain....
Sterile Product Recall Issued—Specialty Compounding, LLC, Cedar Park, Texas
MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Public Health was notified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that the Food and Drug Administration...
