2026 – Page 74

Huntsville Native Rodney Smith Jr. to Be Honored During Governor Ivey’s Final State of the State

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Huntsville native Rodney Smith Jr., founder of the nationally recognized Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service, will be among the special guests honored during Governor Kay Ivey’s final […]

Don’t Answer: Scammers Using Huntsville Airport Number to Target Residents

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Airport officials say fraudulent calls reported across the region are not connected to Huntsville International Airport or any airline operating there. Scammers are using caller ID spoofing to make calls appear to […]

Trailblazing Madison County Commissioner Violet Edwards Enters Race for State Auditor

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

PRESS RELEASE After serious consideration and encouragement from community leaders, colleagues, and supporters across the state, Madison County Commissioner Violet Edwards announces her run for Alabama State Auditor on the Democratic ticket, citing her record […]

E Detentions of Children Surge in Alabama Under Trump Immigration Crackdown

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Alabama is seeing a sharp increase in the arrest and detention of immigrant children as part of President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement efforts, according to newly released federal data. […]

Huntsville City Council Honors Military Service, Phi Beta Sigma, and Community Leadership at January 8 Meeting

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Huntsville City Council opened its Thursday, January 8, 2026, meeting with solemn reflection and community recognition, honoring military sacrifice, civic service, and ongoing efforts to strengthen equity and […]

90-Year-Old Alabama Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Wife

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS ENTERPRISE, Ala. — A tragic domestic incident has left the Enterprise community shaken after a 90-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder in the death of his wife, authorities confirmed […]

Three Arrested after 29 Dogs Found Dead in Backyard, 24 more Dogs Alive Inside Lee County Home

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BEAUREGARD, Ala. — A disturbing animal cruelty investigation is underway in Lee County after authorities discovered 29 dead dogs discarded in plastic bags and piled in the backyard of a Beauregard […]

Devastated’ Teen Faces Long Recovery After Birmingham Shooting Kills His Best Friend

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A 17-year-old Pleasant Grove High School senior is facing a long road to recovery after being seriously wounded in a Birmingham shooting that claimed the life of his best friend. Sam […]

Former Birmingham Fire Official, Son Indicted in Alleged PPP Loan Fraud and Tax Evasion Case

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Speakin’ Out News Staff BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A former high-ranking Birmingham Fire and Rescue official and his son are facing multiple felony charges following a state investigation into alleged Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan […]

Athens-Limestone Career Center Opens to Support Workforce Growth in Tennessee Valley

January 14, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS ATHENS, Ala. — The Alabama Department of Workforce has opened a new Athens-Limestone Career Center at Athens State University, positioning Workforce Alabama to better meet growing workforce demands in one of […]