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[ July 7, 2026 ] Top Black Students Are Choosing HBCUs in Record Numbers, Reshaping Higher Education Business
[ July 7, 2026 ] 7.8.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: UAB Project No. 220341 – UAB Zeigler Building Replace Switchgear Classifieds
[ July 7, 2026 ] Alabama’s Constitution is not an honor system Commentary
[ July 7, 2026 ] White House Report Criticizes Smithsonian Museum’s Portrayal of American History National News
[ July 7, 2026 ] Aderholt Announces $16.17 Million Federal Grant to Replace Marshall County’s Swayback Bridge State News

Sins of the Father: Political Pressure Pushes Watkins Jr. to Withdraw from Montgomery Role

November 5, 2025 Bouldin 0

Backlash over appointment renews debate about race, reputation, and redemption in Alabama politics By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS STAFFPublished November 4, 2025 Donald Watkins Jr. has withdrawn from his role as Montgomery’s director of small and minority business […]

MacKenzie Scott Donates Record $38 Million to Alabama State Univ., Ushering in a New Era of Growth

October 28, 2025 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS It’s been a week to remember for Alabama State University (ASU). Days after celebrating a decisive victory over in-state rival Alabama A&M at the Magic City Classic, the Hornet Nation received even […]

Mayor Reed Taps Donald WatkinsJr. to Lead Small Business Efforts;Chief of Staff Jerime Reid Resigns

October 22, 2025 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed has nominated Donald Watkins Jr. to serve as the City’s Small Business Dr. LeRoy Gradford, Jr. Inducted into African Development Director. The Personnel Board is American Golfers Hall […]