2026 – Page 7

Dr. Mohan Aggarwal Retiring After 45 Years at Alabama A&M

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEW HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — After 45 years of teaching, research and leadership at Alabama A&M University, renowned physicist Dr. Mohan Aggarwal will retire Aug. 31, leaving a lasting legacy in physics education and […]

Alabama Awards More Than $144 Million to Transform Rural Health Care

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama is directing more than $144 million to rural health projects across the state, including major awards benefiting North Alabama hospitals, nursing programs and specialty-care networks. Gov. Kay Ivey announced […]

Alabama Housing Market Surges as Home Prices Jump Nearly 20%

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama’s housing market accelerated in July, with home sales reaching their highest level in nearly four years while the statewide median sales price jumped almost 20 percent from a […]

Alabama Wages Reach Records as Unemployment Quietly Climbs

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama added jobs and posted record weekly wages in two major industries in July, but the state’s unemployment rate also moved higher, creating a mixed picture of the […]

Marilyn Lands knows how to get things done

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

Despite serving in a superminority in the Alabama Legislature, Marilyn Lands was able to get meaningful legislation passed and serve her district. It’s hard for Democrats in the Alabama Legislature to get much done. Being […]

Huntsville Defense Firms Chosen to Compete Under $920 Million Air Force Contract

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Three Huntsville defense companies are among 24 firms selected to compete for work under a U.S. Air Force contract with a ceiling of $920 million, reinforcing the Rocket City’s […]

U.S. Rep. Sewell Criticizes Supreme Court Decision Clearing Path for Mail-Voting Restrictions

August 25, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama criticized a U.S. Supreme Court decision that cleared the way for parts of President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting to proceed while […]

OBITUARIES 8/26 – 9/1/2026

August 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

ROYAL FUNERAL HOME Mr. Miree Squire, Jr. Feb 22, 1950 — Aug 22, 2026 Funeral service for Mr. Miree Squire, Jr. will be held at 11:00 A.M, Saturday, August 29, 2026 at the First Missionary […]

College Comes to Jemison: Accelerated Program Opens Doors for Huntsville Students

August 20, 2026 Site Admin 0

Drake State instructors are bringing college courses directly to Mae Jemison High School, helping students earn credits, overcome transportation barriers, and prepare earlier for high-demand careers. By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Mae Jemison High School students […]

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has chosen UAB’s Deputy AD, Katreshia Louis-Verrett, as their new Athletic Director

August 20, 2026 Site Admin 0

Speakin Out News EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (August 14, 2026) — North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has chosen a familiar face to serve as its director of Intercollegiate Athletics in one of the most […]