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House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe

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Posted: Jan 21, 2026 1:41 PM CST

House Republicans have started a push to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

State child abuse organizations receive federal grants

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Posted: Jan 21, 2026 1:37 PM CST

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Federal grants totaling $2.26 million have been awarded to nonprofit centers that provide professional care to children who have suffered various forms of abuse, including some in our area.

Pay It Forward: Ashley Robinson of Montgomery

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Posted: Jan 21, 2026 1:30 PM CST

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Ashley Robinson of Montgomery runs the Change non-profit organization, which provides free services for Montgomery’s youth and families, such as mentoring, tutoring and other programs.

President Trump says he won’t use force in effort to take Greenland

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Posted: Jan 21, 2026 1:17 PM CST

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President Donald Trump said he wouldn’t employ force to take Greenland for U.S. security reasons, using his speech at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland to say that NATO shouldn’t stand in the way.

Hall scores 19, Pettiford adds 17, Auburn beats Ole Miss 78-66

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026 10:54 PM CST

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Keyshawn Hall scored 19 points, Tahaad Pettiford added 17 and Auburn beat Ole Miss 78-66 for the Tigers’ first true road win of the season.

Alabama Democratic Caucus releases agenda for legislative session

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026 10:31 PM CST

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Democrats will need help passing their agenda because they are the minority party in the legislature.

Montgomery restaurant owner loses business license due to unpaid sales taxes

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026 9:46 PM CST

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 1:51 AM CST

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Cedric Sanders was not present at Tuesday’s council meeting.

Distinguished Young Women contestants showcase talents at Kiwanis Club luncheon

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026 9:29 PM CST

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Kiwanis Club members took the opportunity to chat with the contestants about the upcoming preliminaries and what colleges the young women will be attending after graduation.

Seven River Region Athletes nominated for Mr. Football

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026 6:31 PM CST

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Seven student-athletes from across the river region were named as finalists for the 2025 Mr. Football Award. Jackson High School’s EJ Crowell named Mr. Football for 2025.

Alabama No. 9 in final AP Top 25 College Football Poll of the season

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Posted: Jan 20, 2026 2:35 PM CST

Updated: Jan 20, 2026 6:41 PM CST

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Alabama has finished the 2025 college football season ranked No. 9 in the AP Top 25 College Football Poll, with three other SEC teams ahead of the Crimson Tide.

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House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe

State child abuse organizations receive federal grants

Pay It Forward: Ashley Robinson of Montgomery

President Trump says he won’t use force in effort to take Greenland

Hall scores 19, Pettiford adds 17, Auburn beats Ole Miss 78-66

Alabama Democratic Caucus releases agenda for legislative session

Montgomery restaurant owner loses business license due to unpaid sales taxes

Distinguished Young Women contestants showcase talents at Kiwanis Club luncheon

Seven River Region Athletes nominated for Mr. Football

Alabama No. 9 in final AP Top 25 College Football Poll of the season

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