4 declared Republican candidates to run against Gov. Ivey in 2022, Steve Flowers weighs in
As candidates begin to place their names in the hat, the governor’s race is heating up.
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Pay It Forward: Melissa Orr of Eclectic
Melissa Orr is known for her bright smile and servant’s heart. And we’re told she is always willing to help others out no matter how large the task.
December ’21: Council on Substance Abuse (COSA)
The COUNCIL ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE (COSA) is a 501 (c)(3) private non-profit organization founded in 1973 to promote the understanding that alcoholism and other drug dependence are preventable and treatable diseases. As a member of the Community Anti-Drug Coalition of America (CADCA), COSA’s programs and services designed to: PREVENT or DELAY the onset of substance use disorders and related behavioral health issues. EDUCATE and INFORM the…
ALEA Deputy Secretary John Hamm Tapped as New ADOC Commissioner
Governor Ivey made the appointment after announcing that after seven years in office, Commissioner Jeff Dunn plans to step down from his role on December 31.Â
Lindy Blanchard Swaps Races, Will Now Run for Governor
The qualifying window for the Alabama Republican Party is January 4-28, 2022. The primary is set for May 24, 2022.
River Region education leaders discuss reading proficiency in part with the Bold Goal Coalition
More than 70 community leaders from across the River Region met in Montgomery today to draft an action plan to increase the number of children reading proficiently by the end of the third grade.
An Epidemic of Loneliness is Bad for Your Health
Author Finds Connection Between Friendships and Longevity
Boston Globe Reporter and Author Billy Baker was assigned a story on the link between loneliness and health issues in men. In his new book, We Need to Hangout, Baker details the startling findings he learned concerning lost friendships in adulthood and the debilitating impact it is having on people around the globe. Categories: Health Matters, News Tags: Adulthood, aging,…
Cloudy and Much Cooler with Areas of Light Rain
The front has become stationary over South Alabama, and that will keep clouds and unsettled weather in place for the rest of the week. Today will remain cool and cloudy with area of rain; highs today in the low to mid 50s.
Alabama’s Bryce Young among four Heisman Finalists
Alabama Bryce Young, Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett and Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
What the Tech? App of the Day: Ada
We’ve all asked that question when we’re not feeling well: “should I see a doctor or just take two aspirin and get some rest?”
