2026 – Page 10

America’s Largest Churches Experience Remarkable Revival Following Pandemic

July 8, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS America’s megachurches are experiencing a remarkable resurgence, with millions of worshipers returning to church each week and many congregations reporting stronger attendance, increased giving and renewed optimism about the future. A […]

Board of Trustees Vote to Extend President’s Contract

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

The Alabama A&M University (AAMU) Board of Trustees voted during its board meeting on June 26 to extend President Daniel K. Wims contract to December 31, 2032. Therefore, confirming Wims for ten years of leadership […]

Bell Advances Medical Journey Through Meharry Program

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

Long before he stepped into an operating room to shadow physicians, Marcus Bell knew he wanted a life devoted to medicine. The Alabama A&M sophomore biology major from Atlanta, Georgia, recently completed the Meharry Medical […]

AAMU’s S.T.E.P. Summer Initiative Inspires Future STEM Leaders

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

Thirty-seven young scholars spent part of their summer exploring the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics during Alabama A&M University’s second annual STEM Training and Explorers Program, known as S.T.E.P. Designed for students in […]

Tuberville Case Raises Recusal Question

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

Alabama precedent shows special justices have been appointed in multiple cases when recusals or disqualifications prevented the regular court from sitting. by BILL BRITT, The Alabama Reporter As the legal challenge to United States Senator […]

The shooting death of a child in Montgomery should be a reality check for everyone

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

by Josh Moon,The Alabama Reporter A child was murdered in Montgomery on Monday. A 6-year-old little girl, asleep in her bed, was shot dead in a drive-by shooting. Her name was Caylee Taylor. She should […]

Huntsville Hospital Wins State Approval for Two New Emergency Departments

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

Historic $82 million expansion will bring 24/7 emergency care closer to North Huntsville and Hampton Cove SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville Hospital Health System has received state approval to build two freestanding emergency departments, […]

Money Floods Alabama Politics as Primary Spending Tops $40 Million

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — Alabama’s 2026 election season has already become one of the most expensive in recent state history, with candidates spending more than $40.6 million during the May primary and June runoff […]

Huntsville Council Approves Key Zoning Changes to Fuel Commercial Growth and New Housing

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — As Huntsville continues to rank among Alabama’s fastest-growing cities, the Huntsville City Council has approved zoning changes designed to accommodate new businesses, expand housing opportunities, and support long-term economic development. […]

ESSENCE FESTIVAL 2026 DRAWS STAR POWER INSPIRATIONAL AND UNFORGETTABLE PERFORMANCES

July 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

NEW ORLEANS—Thousands of music lovers, community leaders and celebrities gathered in New Orleans as the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture wrapped up another successful celebration of Black excellence, entertainment and empowerment. This year’s festival featured […]