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Former Alabama VA Commissioner Kent Davis Suing Gov. Kay Ivey over Firing

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Former Alabama VA Commissioner Kent Davis Suing Gov. Kay Ivey over Firing

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Months after Gov. Kay Ivey asked him to resign from the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, Kent Davis is now suing over the row. Davis, who led the AVA from 2019 until he resigned last September, filed a lawsuit in federal court Wednesday, arguing that Ivey had no right to remove him from office. The dispute happened last fall, after Ivey asked Davis to resign over what she alleged was mishandling funds from the A…See the Story

Gov. Ivey Appoints Grayson Murray to Franklin County Commission to Fill Late Father's Seat

Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery

Gov. Ivey Appoints Grayson Murray to Franklin County Commission to Fill Late Father's Seat

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FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Grayson Murray to fill his late father's seat on the Franklin County Commission. Ivey made the announcement on Tuesday, appointing Murray to serve as Franklin County Commissioner for District 1. Grayson Murray, at just 20-years-old, has a personal connection to the role, having been inspired by his father’s dedication to public service and commitment to the people of Franklin County.…See the Story

City of Birmingham launches summer violence reduction initiatives

Curfew · Montgomery

City of Birmingham launches summer violence reduction initiatives

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As part of its comprehensive violence reduction strategy, the City of Birmingham is launching three community-based initiatives designed to empower youth, adults and community leaders in helping to make our communities safer. In a partnership with Miles College and the Institute of Research for Social Justice in Action, the City says these programs will provide the tools and support needed to drive lasting change. Rise Up Birmingham will engag…See the Story

Drew Hicks Joins Huntsville-Based Defense Contract Minerva Defense

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Minerva Defense, Inc., a Huntsville, Alabama-based small business defense contractor, announced the addition of Mr. Drew Hicks. Hicks will serve as vice president for Test and Evaluation Instrumentation Programs. In this role, Drew will be responsible for leading the strategic development, management and technical oversight of all government and commercial test and evaluation programs for the company. The company shared that Drew has a tremendou…Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery See the Story

Alabama GOP Chairman John Wahl May Run for One of the State’s Highest Offices

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Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl says he is “seriously considering” a run for lieutenant governor.Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery See the Story

Montgomery man accused of setting kidnapped woman on fire at motel

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A Montgomery man is behind bars, accused of setting a woman on a fire at a motel.Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched at 4 a.m. Monday to the motel in the 1200 block of West South Boulevard on a report of an assault and kidnapping.Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery Read Article

Feds approve waiver for Alabama rail project amid automation concerns

The Federal Railroad Administration has determined that gantry cranes for a Montgomery intermodal facility meet the agency’s Buy America exemption.Feds · Montgomery Read Article

Annual Back to School Bash Set for July 26, 2025

The City of Montgomery Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce its partnership with C.H.A.N.G.E., Ty Talks, and Young Men on a Mission for the annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to…Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery Read Article

Ken McFeeters suffers dirt bike injury in attempted Tuberville callout

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Alabama Republican gubernatorial hopeful Ken McFeeters was sent to the emergency room, according to his campaign, after falling off a dirt bike on Sunday. A Monday press release from McFeeters’ office entitled “First Casualty of the 2026 Gubernatorial Race: Ken McFeeters vs. Physics (Physics Wins)” claimed the candidate suffered injuries that resulted in a visit to UAB-St. Vincent’s St. Clair County Hospital, following a campaign marketing ploy …Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery Read Article

New report ranks Alabama's health system 42nd in the nation

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On Wednesday, the Commonwealth Fund — a foundation dedicated to independent research on health care issues and addressing health care disparities — released its 2025 Scorecard on State Health System Performance, a report that tracks nationwide and state-by-state health care trends. The report finds that while substantial progress has been made toward increasing health care coverage for all Americans, concerning trends — like increasing infant mo…Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery Read Article

BCA announces Reagan Huguley as new communications coordinator

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The Business Council of Alabama announced Tuesday that Reagan Huguley has joined its staff as communications coordinator on the External Affairs team. A native of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, Huguley brings a strong foundation in communications, public policy and stakeholder engagement. During her time as a BCA intern, she played a key role in supporting member communications and legislative outreach, earning high praise for her professionalism, init…Montgomery, Alabama · Montgomery Read Article

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