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[ May 7, 2026 ] Huntsville Islamic Center: Building Bridges Through Education, Open Doors, and Good Neighbors Culture
[ May 7, 2026 ] 5.6.2026 LEGAL NOTICE: Redstone Arsenal Environmental Program: Public Comment Period – May 6, 2026-June 5, 2026 Proposed Corrective Measures at RSA-291 Classifieds
[ May 6, 2026 ] Howard Names John Wall President Operations Sports
[ May 6, 2026 ] Best Vitamins for Summer vs. Winter: Seasonal Guide to Staying Healthy Year-Round Health
[ May 6, 2026 ] Butters or Oils? The Right Moisturizer for Every Age Health

$1.36 Billion Boost: Lockheed Martin Contract Brings Jobs, Impact to North Alabama

April 7, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS COURTLAND, Ala. — A major federal contract is bringing new attention and economic impact to North Alabama, as Lockheed Martin Space secures a $1.36 billion U.S. Navy contract modification tied to […]

Early Start, Strong Future: Why Access to Pre-K Could Shape Ala. Next Generation

March 31, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Across the nation, new research is reinforcing what educators and parents have long believed: early childhood education is one of the most powerful tools for shaping a child’s future. A recent report […]

$30 Million Investment Signals New Wave of Opportunity for Alabama’s Workforce and Future Generations

March 31, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Alabama is stepping into a powerful new era of workforce development, as a $30 million investment from the U.S. Navy aims to expand maritime training across the state—creating pathways to stable careers […]

Booming Next Door: Limestone County Leads Alabama in Growth for Seventh Straight Year

March 31, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. — The growth across North Alabama isn’t slowing down—and Limestone County is leading the charge for the seventh year in a row. New data from the U.S. Census Bureau […]

North Ala.Included in $460M Broadband Expansion — But Huntsville Left Out

March 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey has announced federal approval of Alabama’s final broadband expansion plan, unlocking nearly $460 million to bring high-speed internet to underserved communities — including several areas across North […]

Fluoride Fight: Central Alabama Water Ends Treatment, Sparking Public Health Concerns

March 24, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A major shift in how drinking water is treated in Central Alabama is raising questions about public health, cost, and community impact. Central Alabama Water (CAW) announced it […]

Alabama House Passes Historic $10.9 Billion Education Budget with Teacher Raises, Workforce Investments

March 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a historic $10.9 billion Education Trust Fund budget for fiscal year 2027, marking one of the largest investments in education in state history. Approved on […]

Bipartisan Bill Targets Alabama’s Rural Wastewater Crisis, Expands Aid for Low-Income Households

March 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Democrat Terri Sewell and Republican Mike Rogers stand united behind new bipartisan legislation to address the rural wastewater crisis, highlighted against the backdrop of failing sewage systems that impact underserved communities. (Speakin’ […]

Political Tensions Rise: Alabama Senate Democrats Call Out GOP Over Lack of Minority Bills

March 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Tensions flared inside the Alabama State House as Democratic lawmakers pushed back against what they call a lack of fairness in the legislative process, raising broader concerns about representation […]

Tuberville is fixated on the ‘enemy.’ That’s a problem for Alabama

March 17, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Roy S. Johnson | rjohnson@al.com This is an opinion column. Enemy. It’s an interesting word. My pastor consistently says, “There’s no wasted ink in the Bible,” that every word means exactly what it’s supposed to […]