2026 – Page 15

More Courts, More Players: Huntsville Rises to No. 2 in Pickleball Growth

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — More courts, expanding player networks, and easier access to the game are helping Huntsville become one of the nation’s fastest-growing pickleball communities. Huntsville ranked second on the Dynamic Universal […]

Before the Crowd Arrives: Huntsville Helps Organizers Plan Safe, Successful Events

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — From church picnics and family reunions to concerts, races, and neighborhood festivals, planning a community gathering may begin with a special event permit—and Huntsville officials encourage organizers to start […]

Alabama Retirees Face Higher InsuranceCosts After Years Without Pension Raises

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — Alabama’s retired state employees will face higher health insurance premiums beginning Jan. 1, 2027, after the State Employees Insurance Board approved a $15 monthly increase. The board’s Sept. 23 […]

Hyundai’s $500 Million Alabama Plan Advances Hybrid Manufacturing

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — Hyundai’s plans to expand North American manufacturing include approximately $500 million in Alabama investment to support hybrid vehicles, engines, and advanced powertrains. An Oct. 12 Business Alabama report highlighted […]

Britt Highlights $2 Million Investment in Alabama Biomedical Research

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BIRMINGHAM — Southern Research plans to strengthen its laboratory equipment and scientific capabilities with $2 million in federal funding secured through U.S. Sen. Katie Britt. Britt’s office highlighted the investment in […]

Tuberville Wins Dismissal of EligibilityLawsuit; Court Leaves Residency QuestionUndecided

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging Republican gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville’s eligibility, ruling that the court could not use the proceeding to challenge his […]

Toledo Firefighter Faces Abduction, Theft Charges After Allegedly Refusing to Release Boyfriend

October 13, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS TOLEDO, Ohio — A Toledo firefighter faces four criminal charges after authorities accused her of refusing to release her boyfriend from handcuffs, taking his phone and vehicle, and entering his home […]