Opinion
By Henry C. Mabry This is the final in a three-part series focusing on Alabama’s Medicaid issues. More funds are available without raising taxes...
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- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey appoints Sen. Greg Reed as senior advisor to Workforce Transformation
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist assault and domestic violence victims
Gov. Ivey launches poll to name turkeys for Alabama’s 76th annual pardoning
Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service
Ivey appoints new member to USA Board of Trustees
- Legislature
- Economy
BCA, Chamber of Commerce announce 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award winners
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 percent
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist
Judge orders a third union election at Amazon warehouse in Bessemer
- National
Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits
Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal
Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott
Shomari Figures announces transition advisory council
Sen. Tuberville warns GOP colleagues looking to block Gaetz, other Trump appointments
- Education
Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs
Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training
Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers
- Health
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
Alabama hospitals work to address IV shortage following hurricane
Anniston clinic receives grant for mental health programming
- Opinion
Opinion
By Henry C. Mabry This is the second in a three-part series focusing on Alabama’s Medicaid issues. State General Fund cannot keep up with...
Opinion
By Henry C. Mabry This is the first in a three-part series focusing on Alabama’s Medicaid issues. Alabama’s largest state General Fund expenditures are...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry Mabry More questions remain concerning the $800 million prison bond issue. Under the plan, all but two prisons are to be...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry C. Mabry The proposed $800 million prison bond issue appears headed for passage in the Alabama Legislature; however, issues remain that...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry C. Mabry Much talk has swirled around Montgomery about impeachment of Gov. Robert Bentley. It would be understandable if the Governor...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry C. Mabry Further questions have arisen regarding the Medicaid General Fund issue and clarification has been sought concerning the needs for...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry C. Mabry The pending state General Fund Budget is generating discussion concerning Gov. Robert Bentley’s demand to include an additional $100...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry C. Mabry The Alabama Senate passed an austere State General Fund Budget that has many agencies mostly level-funded. Medicaid, under the...