Religion
Don’t Worry, Be Happy
Mario Ford If you are over 40, you may remember Bobby McFerrin’s hit song from 1988 “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” This was the first a cappella song to reach the top of the Billboard Hot […]
Religion
Commentary
Sermonette of the week : “DEFEATING DOUBT”
By Reverend Dr. Willie L. Hinton, Sr. Matthew 11:2-5 (2) Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples, (3) And said unto Him, Art thou […]
Obituaries
OBITUARIES 6/18 – 6/24/2025
TRAGIC DEATH 2-Year-Old Missing Black Boy Found Dead in River, His Dad Accused of Throwing Him ROYAL FUNERAL HOME Mrs. Diane Hawk February 15, 1958 – June 9, 2025 Funeral service for Mrs. Diane Hawk […]
Culture
Bass Fishing Group Accused of Issuing Bad Checks to Tournament Winners, Facing Legal Action
Lawsuit claims American Bass Anglers bounced prize checks totaling over $100,000 as law enforcement probes possible fraud By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS ATHENS, Ala. — An Athens-based fishing organization is under fire after multiple tournament participants […]
Culture
Lil Wayne Returning to Alabama with September Show at Orion Amphitheater
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Rap legend Lil Wayne is bringing his 2025 tour back to Alabama with a newly announced performance at Huntsville’s Orion Amphitheater on Sept. 24, marking his second appearance in the state this year. Known […]
Culture
Rattlesnakes, Safety, and Summer Hikes: How to Avoid Alabama’s Most Venomous Snakes
SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS As summer arrives and Alabamians flock to state parks, forests, and trails, they’re not the only ones becoming more active. Warmer temperatures mean increased movement from the state’s 40 native snake species […]
Commentary
Sermonette of the week : “God Can Be Trusted”
by Mario D. Ford In May of 2024, our community and dare I say Christians throughout the country, lost a giant for the cause of Christ in the person of Rev. Dr. Julius R. Scruggs […]
Culture
Luke Bryan to Play Orion Amphitheater, Making Alabama Concert History
By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Country superstar and American Idol judge Luke Bryan will bring his “Country Song Came On Tour” to Huntsville’s Orion Amphitheater on Sept. 4, making him the first artist scheduled to perform at both the Orion and Birmingham’s new Coca-Cola Amphitheater in the […]
Obituaries
OBITUARIES 6/11 – 6/17/2025
Elder Ben Lee Patton March 6, 1943 – June 3, 2025 Funeral service for Elder Ben Lee Patton was held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the Church Street Cumberland Presbyterian Church (228 […]
Culture
From Threads to Global Threads: Gee’s Bend Festival Secures Major adidas Partnership
SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS GEE’S BEND, Ala. — A historic community rooted in artistic excellence and cultural resilience is gaining global recognition once again — this time with the backing of one of the world’s biggest […]