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[ October 6, 2026 ] Drake State Celebrates Grand Opening of Blue Eagle Market, a Food pantry made possible through support from Alfred Street Baptist Church’s Tithe the Tithe initiative Culture
[ October 6, 2026 ] Stoneridge Villas Readers Enjoy Speakin’ Out News Culture
[ October 6, 2026 ] Union Hill Honors Pastor Johnathan D. Pickett’s First Anniversary Religion
[ October 6, 2026 ] $63.77 Dinner Tab Leads to Arrest After Alleged Fake Emergency Crime
[ October 6, 2026 ] Halle Berry Denies Abuse Allegations as Ex-Husband Seeks Sole Custody Crime

Mayor Steven Reed pushes back against the proposed state takeover of the Montgomery Police

February 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed is raising serious concerns about a proposed state law that could allow Alabama to take control of local police departments that fail to meet minimum staffing requirements — […]

Gov. Kay Ivey meets with AKA Leadership South Class 20 at State Capitol

February 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Governor Kay Ivey recently met with members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.’s Leadership South Class 20 during a visit to the Alabama State Capitol, highlighting the importance of civic engagement and […]

Gov. Ivey celebrates the opening of the Alabama Veterans Resource Center to support service members statewide

February 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Governor Kay Ivey joined veterans, families, and community leaders Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of the Alabama Veterans Resource Center, a new statewide hub designed to better connect former service […]

Athens State University earns national recognition as 2025-26 College of Distinction

February 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Athens State University has been named a 2025-26 College of Distinction, a national designation recognizing the school’s commitment to engaged and experiential undergraduate education. The honor comes from Colleges of Distinction, […]

ReLaunch Job Fair offers fresh start for Huntsville job seekers on April 7

February 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber is partnering with the Alabama Career Center, the Alabama Community College System, local nonprofits, and community agencies to host the upcoming ReLaunch Job Fair — an event […]

Selectively Leaked Clip From Caucus Debate Targets House Speaker

February 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A secretly recorded 57-second clip from an hour-long House Republican Caucus meeting has sparked controversy inside the Alabama Statehouse and intensified tensions within House leadership. Lawmakers present at the closed-door meeting, speaking […]

CHOOSE Act Family Application Portals Open for 2026-27 School Year as March 31 Deadline Nears

February 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY – With the March 31 deadline approaching, Alabama families are being encouraged to apply for the CHOOSE Act program as application portals for the 2026-2027 academic year open in the […]

DHS Funding at Risk: Sen. Britt Criticizes Democrats During Huntsville Speech

February 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Speaking to a full house in Huntsville on Friday, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt delivered a pointed critique of Senate Democrats over stalled Homeland Security funding, while highlighting federal investments and defense […]

Alabama State University to Host Montgomery AI Summit Exploring the Future of Artificial Intelligence

February 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Alabama State University announced last week that it will host Montgomery.AI, a free, one-day artificial intelligence summit designed to introduce students, educators, business leaders, and public-sector partners to the rapidly expanding […]

SEEDS Grants Bring $15.7 Million Boost to Alabama’s Economic Development Push

February 10, 2026 Bouldin 0

BY SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday that the State Industrial Development Authority (SIDA) has approved $15.7 million in grants through the Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program, continuing Alabama’s push […]