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Alabama’s overtime tax exemption expires as lawmakers opt for broader tax relief
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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July 2, 2025
A temporary income tax exemption on overtime pay officially expired on June 30 after Alabama lawmakers declined to extend it during the legislative session. The policy, first enacted in 2023, aimed to increase workforce participation and provide...
Southeast AlabamaWorks to cease operations
Alabama Political Reporter
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July 2, 2025
Southeast AlabamaWorks has announced that it will be ceasing all operations come September 30, 2025. One of seven regional workforce councils in the state, Southeast AlabamaWorks is tasked with implementing strategies developed by the Alabama...
Trump praises ‘big Alabama’ for following Florida’s example on detaining immigrants
AL.com - Alabama
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July 2, 2025
President Donald Trump lauded Alabama and other Republican-led states for creating their own versions of Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” on Tuesday. Trump made the comments standing alongside Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Homeland Security...
“Let’s roll the dice”: Albert Breer breaks down Steelers’ mindset behind Jalen Ramsey trade
Sportskeeda
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July 2, 2025
Jalen Ramsey spent the last two seasons with the Miami Dolphins. After last season's 8-9 record, they decided to mutually part ways, opening trade doors for the cornerback. On Monday, the Pittsburgh Steelers decided to acquire Ramsey and TE Jonnu...
Montgomery demolishes Governor's House Hotel in Alabama
The Tuscaloosa News - Alabama
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The city of Montgomery demolished the Governor's House Hotel & Convention Center, a vacant building deemed blighted. The demolition was part of a larger $6 million citywide commercial demolition project. The city of Montgomery has now demolished...
What to know about fishing in Alabama
The Montgomery Advertiser - Alabama
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Alabama offers diverse fishing opportunities, from rivers and lakes to tailraces below dams. Fishing licenses are required for individuals between 16 and 65 years old. Appropriate bait and tackle depend on the targeted fish species and location....
How much will Alabama football players make in revenue sharing era? Projecting Crimson Tide payroll
Yahoo Sports
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Alabama athletics director Greg Byrne made the Crimson Tide's initial approach to revenue share plain. According to the House vs. NCAA settlement, collegiate programs will have $20.5 million at its disposal to distribute to athletes. All SEC...
How much will Alabama football players make in new revenue sharing era?
The Montgomery Advertiser - Alabama
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Alabama athletics director Greg Byrne made the Crimson Tide's initial approach to revenue share plain. According to the House vs. NCAA settlement, collegiate programs will have $20.5 million at its disposal to distribute to athletes. All SEC...
North Alabama 4th of July event is a must for politicians | INSIDE THE STATEHOUSESteve Flowers
The Montgomery Advertiser - Alabama
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In the bygone days of Alabama politics, there were several what I call “go-to” events for statewide politicians and potential candidates. Today, there is one, the DeKalb/Henagar/Ledbetter/Livingston 4th of July Breakfast. About 10 years ago, two...
The Military-Industrial Complex Is Riding High
Antiwar
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July 2, 2025
Originally published at TomDispatch. The Senate is on the verge of passing the distinctly misnamed “big beautiful bill.” It is, in fact, one of the ugliest pieces of legislation to come out of Congress in living memory. The version that passed the...
Katie Britt supports major tax cuts and investments in Alabama
Jefferson Reporter - Alabama
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July 1, 2025
U.S. Senator Katie Britt has cast her vote in favor of a significant tax cut, which is being touted as the largest in American history for working-class citizens. The Senate reconciliation bill passed narrowly with a 51-50 vote and now moves to...
Critics slam new budget for cuts to SNAP, warn of economic impact on Alabama's vulnerable
WJSU - Alabama
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WASHINGTON — The Senate has passed President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," with Vice President Vance breaking a 50-50 tie. The bill, which includes significant tax breaks and spending cuts, received support from both Alabama Senators, Tommy...
Matt Barrie highlights Alabama's sports culture in ESPN's 50 States in 50 Days
WJSU - Alabama
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — ESPN SportsCenter anchor Matt Barrie expressed his admiration for the athletes participating in the World Police and Fire Games in Birmingham, highlighting the exceptional talent of first responders from around the globe. "I...
Alabama residents drive to Florida for hemp as new state law sparks controversy
WEAR - Florida
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SARAHLAND, Ala. -- Starting Tuesday, smokable hemp products are illegal in the state of Alabama. The law makes it a class C felony to sell and possess any smokable hemp products, leaving many small businesses in Alabama no option but to shut their...
10 firework shows lighting up across Alabama this Independence Day
WBRC 6 News - Alabama
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July 1, 2025
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Celebrate Independence Day with a bang as the skies light up across Alabama at these Fourth of July firework shows. Alabama’s most spectacular Fourth of July fireworks show returns to Red Mountain on Friday, July 4....
Storms roll through Central Alabama causing power outages in several counties
WSFA 12 - Alabama
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July 2, 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - More than 2,000 Alabama Power customers in central Alabama are without power as Thunderstorms moved through the region Tuesday evening. The company announced that there were at least 1,300 Dallas County customers without...
A Boxing Card in Alabama Goes Pfft: A True Tale from the Underbelly of The Sweet Science
The Sweet Science
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July 2, 2025
“I’ve had fights fall out before, but never like this,” said Keith Hunter. The only saving grace was that Hunter (pictured) was intercepted at the airport before he went off on a wild goose chase to Alabama. And therein lies a tale that is all too...
Honeybee populations across US and Alabama in major decline
FOX10 News - Alabama
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July 1, 2025
LOXLEY, Ala. (WALA) - Africanized honeybees have been discovered again in Alabama. That’s the word from the Alabama Department of Agriculture in a press release Monday. Commonly known as killer bees for their aggressive nature, the colony was...
These 9 Companion Plants Will Help Your Cucumber THRIVE All Summer Long
AOL
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The 9 Best Things to Plant Next to Cucumbers Maryviolet - Getty Images "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There is a common saying in the gardening world that "what grows together, goes...
'It's a sad day in Alabama': Businesses brace for change as hemp regulations kick in
WVTM 13 - Alabama
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July 2, 2025
APRIL 6TH. JEMISON CHARI. ALL RIGHT. THANKS SO MUCH, JOHN. WELL, A NEW LAW IS IN EFFECT THAT WILL CHANGE THE WAY CUSTOMERS BUY HEMP AND THE WAY BUSINESS OWNERS CAN SELL IT. WVTM 13 S BRYCE OSELEN SPOKE WITH LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS ON THE LAW. THAT...