2026 – Page 53

Five charged in killing of Pleasant Grove High School senior, wounding of best friend

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Five people — including two adults and three teenagers — are facing charges in connection with the fatal shooting of an Alabama high school senior and the serious wounding of his […]

Gov. Ivey expands Alabama school choice through new federal tax credit program

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Gov. Kay Ivey has taken another step to expand school choice in Alabama, signing an executive order committing the state to participate in a new federal education tax credit program aimed […]

Opinion | There’s a better, more realistic way forward for Will Boyd

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

Will Boyd was offered an opportunity to build a coalition of support and stop the endless cycle of losing elections. He should take it. ByJosh Moon Will Boyd has taken offense to people who have […]

Madison City Council approves annexation of Costco at Clift Farm

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The City of Madison has officially brought the Costco at Clift Farm within its city limits following action by the Madison City Council. At its meeting on Monday, Jan. 12, the […]

Drake State President Patricia Sims reappointed to Alabama Port Authority board

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Gov. Kay Ivey has reappointed Dr. Patricia Sims, president of Drake State Community & Technical College, to the Alabama Port Authority Board of Directors, continuing her role as the Northern District representative. […]

Gov. Ivey announces statewide flood notification system during State of the State address

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Gov. Kay Ivey opened Alabama’s 2026 Legislative Session Tuesday evening by announcing the launch of a new statewide flood notification system, a move aimed at strengthening emergency preparedness and protecting families […]

Alabama House committee advances law enforcement, vehicle regulation bills

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee reviewed a series of law enforcement and vehicle regulation measures during its first meeting of the 2026 legislative session, advancing several bills […]

Sewell, Sykes urge DHS to exempt health care workers from new H-1B visa fee

January 20, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell and Emilia Sykes are urging the Department of Homeland Security to exempt health care workers from a newly implemented H-1B visa fee that lawmakers say is already […]

Obituaries 1/21 – 1/27/2026

January 19, 2026 Bouldin 0

TRAGIC DEATH “A Mother’s Cry for Justice”: 19-Year-Old Killed While Working at Amazon in Bessemer ROYAL FUNERAL HOME Mr. Kennedy Toney April 11, 1967 – January 10, 2026 Graveside service for will be held at […]

7 Pills You Should Never Take with Juice, Health Experts Warn

January 15, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Most people reach for juice when swallowing pills because it tastes better than water. But health experts warn that certain juices — especially grapefruit, orange, apple, and cranberry — can dangerously […]