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Madison Cracks Down on Airbnb Growth with New Short-Term Rental Rules

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

by SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The City of Madison is moving to tighten oversight of short-term rentals such as Airbnb and Vrbo properties with a new ordinance aimed at protecting neighborhoods, housing availability, and public safety. […]

Strong teachers shape a strong Alabama

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

Success in the classroom is just not possible without the skills and dedication of our teachers. By Kay Ivey, 54th governor of the state of Alabama As America observes National Teacher Appreciation Month this May, I […]

Jobs Boom Continues: Huntsville Area Unemployment Among Lowest in Alabama

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS While unemployment edged slightly higher across Alabama in April, Huntsville and its neighboring communities continue to outperform much of the state, posting some of the lowest jobless rates in Alabama. According […]

New Leadership Lands at Space & Rocket Center After 9-Month Search

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The U.S. Space & Rocket Center has named Tina Tucker as its next chief executive officer, ending a more than nine-month search for new leadership at one of Huntsville’s most recognized […]

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Nordstrom Rack Set to Bring New Shopping Energy to Huntsville’s University Plaza

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Nordstrom Rack is heading to Huntsville with a new 24,000-square-foot store planned for University Plaza, adding another major retail name to one of the city’s busy shopping destinations. The off-price retail […]

Rep. Sewell Statement on Federal Court Ruling Blocking Alabama’s Racially Discriminatory Congressional Map

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

PRESS RELEASE Birmingham, AL — U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding the federal court ruling blocking the State of Alabama from using its intentionally racially discriminatory 2023 congressional map: “This decision […]

Strong Says Congress Is Breaking the Cycle of Crisis Spending

June 2, 2026 Bouldin 0

by SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS U.S. Representative Dale Strong is praising the House Appropriations Committee’s passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 Legislative Branch Appropriations Bill, calling it another step toward a more disciplined federal budget process. […]

OBITURARIES 6/3 -6/9/2026

June 1, 2026 Bouldin 0

TRAGIC DEATH Graduation Joy Turns to Horror as Father, Son and Girlfriend Die in Freak Tree Crash Missing Black Teen Found Hanging from Tree on Church Grounds ROYAL FUNERAL HOME Ms. Aggrean Lightfoot Acklin February […]

CIAA announces 2026 awardees

May 27, 2026 Bouldin 0

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®) recognized outstanding student athletes, administrators, and member institutions during the 2026 CIAA Membership Awards Luncheon, celebrating excellence in academics, athletics, leadership, service, and institutional achievement throughout […]

Drowning Disparities Spark Urgent Push for Black Children to Learn Swimming and Water Safety

May 27, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS As pools and beaches fill up for summer, safety advocates are urging more Black families to prioritize swim lessons, warning that drowning rates among Black children remain alarmingly high nationwide. According […]