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Montgomery, Ala., parks still reflect history of segregation
Montgomery, Ala., touts itself as the birthplace of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. But although Montgomery now embraces its history of bus boycotts and protest marches, it remains one of the most segregated U.S. cities.
Spread Of STDs In Alabama Among Highest In The Nation
Just imagine what's not reported. It's not enough that we have the most dangerous cities in America, now we have this to worry about. If you don't care about yourself, at least care about your fellow Americans. Now new laws are being passed for spreading STD's, and deservedly so. I'm...
First TR-3 F-35 aircraft lands in Dannelly Field
The first TR-3 F-35 has arrived at the Dannelly Field at Alabama Air National Guard in Montgomery, said a recent announcement from the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce. The plane is a product of Lockheed Martin sporting the Technology Refresh 3 (TR-3) software, a computer processing electronics upgrade said to enhance is combat capabilities.
Engineer serves through civil career, military duty
Letohatchee native DeMarcus Jackson works as an engineer, combining military and civil service duties to serve his country. As a civilian production and manufacturing engineer for the U.S. Jackson manages and tracks risks for helicopters, and as an Army National Guard officer, he works to ensure deployed troops can communicate as needed with no interruptions. […]
Hursboro, Lowndesboro receive grants for recreation improvements
Hurtsboro and Lowndesboro were among other communities to receive a grant from the state to improve its recreation services. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) allocated the funds from the Federal Highway Administration’s Recreational Trails Program. It was part of a $1.4 million round of grants.
New Ala. Bill Would Open Door for State-Appointed Police Chiefs
Two Republican lawmakers from Montgomery who are sponsoring a bill that would allow the governor or attorney general to appoint interim police chiefs for cities say the goal is to put inspirational leaders in place to help hire and keep more cops on the job. Rep. Reed Ingram said he...
Prattville unveils Vista Pointe Park plans at Founders Day Celebration
The City of Prattville, in partnership with the Autauga County Heritage Association, unveiled plans for a new park within the current Daniel Pratt Cemetery during the Founders Day ceremony last Friday. Vista Pointe Park will overlook The Mill and Spillway Park located in downtown Prattville. The park will sit roughly...
Prattville Founders’ Day celebration brings history to life
The Autauga County Heritage Association beat the rain and hosted the annual Founders Day celebration at Pratt Cemetery. Daniel Pratt, the man and myth that shaped and paved the way for Prattville to become the city it is today. Pratt was one of the first to establish an industrial village in the state of Alabama, and the one who introduced the industrial revolution to Alabama and the southern U.S.
Community Foundation Update (07/20/2024)
The Central Alabama Community Foundation in Montgomery has announced a strategic partnership with the Community Foundation of East Alabama, which will now be known as the East Alabama Community Foundation. The partnership aims to enhance philanthropic services and community impact across a broader region of Alabama, including the eastern counties of Lee, Chambers, Russell, and Tallapoosa.
To pay or not pay contractor is the question for Montgomery County Commission
MONTGOMERY – The Montgomery County Commission debated doing business with a minority-owned company at its July 16 work session. DBE Alabama Fresh is a small business assistant group based in Austell, Georgia. DBE stands for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, a federal program to help minority-owned businesses. There is no information...
The UAW’s union dreams seemed unstoppable. Then came the realities of the South
The United Auto Workers was on a historic six-month run until it got a reminder that when it comes to unions, southern hospitality often gets replaced with hostility. It started last November when the UAW ended decades of concessions to carmakers by ratifying record contracts at Ford, GM and Stellantis. The success inspired southern auto plant workers to launch their own campaigns, starting at Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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