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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h

"Military veterans deserve more than simple words of gratitude—they deserve timely, effective care, especially when it comes to mental health."

Opinion | Supporting Alabama’s veterans—a commitment beyond words

Military veterans deserve more than simple words of gratitude—they deserve timely, effective care, especially when it comes to mental health.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h

The organization said that Ledbetter has been a steadfast partner to P&CMA members throughout his tenure.

P&CMA endorses House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter for reelection

The organization said that Ledbetter has been a steadfast partner to P&CMA members throughout his tenure.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h

Students in summer learning programs utilizing SAIL’s framework gained an average of over 2.1 months in reading and 1.6 months in math.

Alabama-based nonprofit SAIL reports learning program helps students thrive

Students in summer learning programs utilizing SAIL's framework gained an average of over 2.1 months in reading and 1.6 months in math.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h

Ho Nieh, Trump’s nominee for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, served the agency for 23 years in various leadership roles.

Senate committee holds NRC nomination hearing for Southern Power executive Ho Nieh

Ho Nieh, Trump's nominee for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, served the agency for 23 years in various leadership roles.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h

"We risk returning to an era where a handful of executives determine who has access to the nation’s economic arteries."

Opinion | The fix is in

We risk returning to an era where a handful of executives determine who has access to the nation’s economic arteries.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 19h

The representatives released statements opposing the approval of a generic option for the drug, announced by the FDA on September 2.

Reps. Aderholt, Moore condemn FDA approval of generic abortion medication

Rep. Robert Aderholt and Rep. Barry Moore, R-Alabama, criticized the FDA Wednesday for approving a generic version of abortion drug, mifepristone.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h

"Protecting Alabama’s pharmacies means protecting Alabama’s patients."

Opinion | Alabama’s pharmacy deserts are growing—and rural communities are paying the price

Protecting Alabama’s pharmacies means protecting Alabama’s patients.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h

Sen. Katie Britt called the deal “an incredible first step to end this conflict” and dubbed Trump “the President of Peace.”

Alabama’s Congressional delegation praises announced Gaza peace plan deal

Sen. Katie Britt called the deal “an incredible first step to end this conflict” and dubbed Trump “the President of Peace.”

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h

The lawsuit claims the Board of Pharmacy illegally adopted emergency rules to collect excessive fines and conceal financial mismanagement.

Lawsuit against Board of Pharmacy alleges unlawful emergency fines

The lawsuit claims the Board of Pharmacy illegally adopted emergency rules to collect excessive fines and conceal financial mismanagement.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h

During their trip, Alabama AGC met with members of Congress and key federal decision-makers to advocate for the needs of Alabama’s construction industry.

Alabama AGC attends National Chapter and Leadership Conference

During their trip, Alabama AGC met with members of Congress and key federal decision-makers to advocate for the needs of Alabama’s construction industry.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h

This year’s awards recognized Alabama’s manufacturers for their excellence in leadership, performance, profitability, and workforce relations.

BCA, ATN and Manufacture Alabama announce 2025 Manufacturer of the Year award winners

This year's awards recognized Alabama's manufacturers for their excellence in leadership, performance, profitability, and workforce relations.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 20h

The newly released Alabama Crash Facts report revealed total crashes and injuries also fell, despite ongoing challenges with impaired and distracted driving.

Crash fatalities decline in Alabama in 2024

The newly released Alabama Crash Facts report revealed total crashes and injuries also fell, despite ongoing challenges with impaired and distracted driving.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d

Approving the ordinance could open the door for more data center projects in Bessemer’s future.

Bessemer City Council approves adding data centers to industrial zoning

Approving the ordinance could open the door for more data center projects in Bessemer's future.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d

An unusually dry September significantly impacted Alabama’s farms, leading to concerns over crop yields, soil health, and heightened fire risks across the state.

Reports stress drought's impact on Alabama farms, heightened fire risk

An Alabama Drought Assessment and Planning Team committee highlighted the environmental impacts of an unusually dry September during its Tuesday meeting.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d

As senators tout “Religious Education Week,” their slogans expose how political theater has replaced conviction, reflection, and genuine faith.

Opinion | Politicians preach “Judeo-Christian values” without knowing what they mean

As senators tout “Religious Education Week,” their slogans expose how political theater has replaced conviction, reflection, and genuine faith.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d

"The sheriff in Greene County is accused of misspending about $5 million. it would never happen with proper regulation."

Opinion | Greene Co. bingo audit proves again regulating gambling should be top priority

The sheriff in Greene County is accused of misspending about $5 million. it would never happen with proper regulation.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 1d

Political newcomer Brian Gunn more than doubled the vote share of incumbent city councilor J.T. Moore, per unofficial results.

Three Birmingham city council members selected in run-off elections

Political newcomer Brian Gunn more than doubled the vote share of incumbent city councilor J.T. Moore, per unofficial results.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

The revival rekindles a lawsuit over body cam footage that purportedly shows Mayor Tony Kennon at the scene of a domestic violence call.

Orange Beach public records lawsuit back on in federal court

The revival rekindles a lawsuit over body cam footage that purportedly shows Mayor Tony Kennon at the scene of a domestic violence call.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

"The solution to Montgomery’s crime problem—to any city’s crime problem—is usually pretty easy to identify and very hard to find the will to solve."

Opinion | There's a solution to Montgomery's crime problem

The solution to Montgomery's crime problem—to any city's crime problem—is usually pretty easy to identify and very hard to find the will to solve.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

Following a deadly weekend shooting, Montgomery leaders offered sharply different views on gun violence and how to curb it in the state capital.

Montgomery leaders call for stronger gun regulation, safety programs

Following a deadly weekend shooting, Montgomery leaders offered sharply different views on gun violence and how to curb it in the state capital.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

“This is about more than numbers on a page. It’s about the lives and livelihoods of the people that I represent,” Sewell said.

Rep. Sewell talks government shutdown, urges ACA tax credit extension

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, called for the continuation of Affordable Care Act subsidies during a Saturday livestream.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, alongside 25 colleagues, introduced a resolution aiming to affirm the importance of religious education.

Alabama's U.S. senators sponsor resolution to recognize "Religious Education Week"

Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, alongside 25 colleagues, introduced a resolution aiming to affirm the importance of religious education.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

Manufacture Alabama said it was endorsing Chen because he “understands that accountability and transparency are essential to an effective state government.”

Manufacture Alabama endorses Derek Chen for state auditor

Manufacture Alabama said it was endorsing Chen because he "understands that accountability and transparency are essential to an effective state government."

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

Fin Rittenberry, known as “Fishing Fin,” reeled in a winning bass, capturing over 1,000 online votes in the ALBBAA’s contest.

Nine-year-old wins ALBBAA’s 2025 Best Fish Photo Contest

Fin Rittenberry, known as "Fishing Fin," reeled in a winning bass, capturing over 1,000 online votes in the ALBBAA's contest.

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Alabama Political Reporter @alreporter.com · 2d

P&CMA represents hundreds of small business owners across Alabama’s petroleum and convenience marketing industry.

P&CMA endorses Jack Williams for agriculture and industries commissioner

P&CMA represents hundreds of small business owners across Alabama’s petroleum and convenience marketing industry.

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