Two African American men who were arrested at a Starbucks last week in Philadelphia.
More >>Two African American men who were arrested at a Starbucks last week in Philadelphia.
More >>Since my arrival to Montgomery fifteen months ago I have discovered several places to visit that are absolute treasures.
More >>Since my arrival to Montgomery fifteen months ago I have discovered several places to visit that are absolute treasures.
More >>According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ever fifty minutes about 29 people in the U.S. die in alcohol-impaired vehicle crashes.
More >>According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ever fifty minutes about 29 people in the U.S. die in alcohol-impaired vehicle crashes.
More >>Shootings of any kind are horrible.
More >>Shootings of any kind are horrible.
More >>Here I go again with my fourth editorial on the post office.
More >>Here I go again with my fourth editorial on the post office.
More >>Every now and then you hear a story that moves you and gives you hope for mankind.
More >>Every now and then you hear a story that moves you and gives you hope for mankind.
More >>The Etowah County Sheriff used nearly $750,000 in money earmarked for feeding prisoners in jail to purchase a beach house. The ironic thing here is he has committed no crime.
More >>The Etowah County Sheriff used nearly $750,000 in money earmarked for feeding prisoners in jail to purchase a beach house. The ironic thing here is he has committed no crime.
More >>As those in Jacksonville, Alabama experienced just this week, severe weather strikes quickly.
More >>As those in Jacksonville, Alabama experienced just this week, severe weather strikes quickly.
More >>Renascence is more than a halfway house, it's a fresh start and a new life for these men.
More >>Renascence is more than a halfway house, it's a fresh start and a new life for these men.
More >>When acting State Superintendent Dr. Richardson laid out the details of the takeover of the Montgomery Public Schools, I am certain you were as disgusted as I.
More >>When acting State Superintendent Dr. Richardson laid out the details of the takeover of the Montgomery Public Schools, I am certain you were as disgusted as I.
More >>If you are a criminal who currently resides in this country illegally you should be deported.
More >>If you are a criminal who currently resides in this country illegally you should be deported.
More >>We lost an icon this week with the passing of Billy Graham.
More >>We lost an icon this week with the passing of Billy Graham.
More >>Now that the Montgomery Public School System in under state intervention there should be a major effort to make sweeping changes.
More >>Now that the Montgomery Public School System in under state intervention there should be a major effort to make sweeping changes.
More >>I must say the editorial that I have received the most responses was the one regarding the US Postal Service.
More >>I must say the editorial that I have received the most responses was the one regarding the US Postal Service.
More >>Since the tragic shooting in Florida last month, we have seen a major increase in the number of students making threats of doing harm to others while at school.
More >>Since the tragic shooting in Florida last month, we have seen a major increase in the number of students making threats of doing harm to others while at school.
More >>Did you know that every nine seconds a woman is abused in America? Or, every 98 seconds an American is sexually assaulted?
More >>Did you know that every nine seconds a woman is abused in America? Or, every 98 seconds an American is sexually assaulted?
More >>The headlines last week were horrifying. This country is dealing with another school mass shooting.
More >>The headlines last week were horrifying. This country is dealing with another school mass shooting.
More >>We all know the saying, it takes a village to raise a child. As Chairman of the Montgomery County Commission, I’m asking the citizens in this village of Montgomery to come together and help make a difference in our children’s lives.
More >>We all know the saying, it takes a village to raise a child. As Chairman of the Montgomery County Commission, I’m asking the citizens in this village of Montgomery to come together and help make a difference in our children’s lives.
More >>This week the National Portrait Gallery unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama I was taken aback by the finished product of the First Lady.
More >>This week the National Portrait Gallery unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama I was taken aback by the finished product of the First Lady.
More >>Dr. Larry Nassar, the elite sports doctor and sexual predator was sentenced to 40 to 175 years in jail.
More >>Dr. Larry Nassar, the elite sports doctor and sexual predator was sentenced to 40 to 175 years in jail.
More >>Here is something alarming but certainly not surprising.
More >>Here is something alarming but certainly not surprising.
More >>Montgomery’s Downtown Business Association will celebrate the 5th Annual Mardi Gras Block Party and Cajun Cook-Off this Saturday
More >>Montgomery’s Downtown Business Association will celebrate the 5th Annual Mardi Gras Block Party and Cajun Cook-Off this Saturday
More >>I continue to be amazed how some in this country consider others racist just for asking that the immigration laws we have be upheld.
More >>I continue to be amazed how some in this country consider others racist just for asking that the immigration laws we have be upheld.
More >>So, last week my editorial focused on the lack of customer support my wife received at the post office.
More >>So, last week my editorial focused on the lack of customer support my wife received at the post office.
More >>This week represents the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s legalization of abortion.
More >>This week represents the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s legalization of abortion.
More >>Hi, I’m Rich Deem, CEO of the Montgomery Area Food Bank.
More >>Hi, I’m Rich Deem, CEO of the Montgomery Area Food Bank.
More >>Our national post office continues to lose money - a lot of it.
More >>Our national post office continues to lose money - a lot of it.
More >>This is a guest editorial from Dr. Tommie Tonea Stewart, Dean of the College of Visual & Performing Arts at Alabama State University.
More >>This is a guest editorial from Dr. Tommie Tonea Stewart, Dean of the College of Visual & Performing Arts at Alabama State University.
More >>As the new year has started I wanted to look back at the year Gov. Ivey had.
More >>As the new year has started I wanted to look back at the year Gov. Ivey had.
More >>Every time the President tweets I think to myself what is this guy thinking.
More >>Every time the President tweets I think to myself what is this guy thinking.
More >>It's that time for us to start coming up with our New Year's resolutions.
More >>It's that time for us to start coming up with our New Year's resolutions.
More >>The New York Times reported that The Dow climbed more than 200 points on Monday and was above 24,850, a record high.
More >>The New York Times reported that The Dow climbed more than 200 points on Monday and was above 24,850, a record high.
More >>So the big election is over and half the voting public in the state is none too happy and the other half is euphoric.
More >>So the big election is over and half the voting public in the state is none too happy and the other half is euphoric.
More >>This past Monday we had our annual 12's Day of Giving, a program Powered by WSFA 12 News, Wal Mart and the Dixie Electric Cooperative!
More >>This past Monday we had our annual 12's Day of Giving, a program Powered by WSFA 12 News, Wal Mart and the Dixie Electric Cooperative!
More >>Were you unintentionally early for church on Sunday?
More >>Were you unintentionally early for church on Sunday?
More >>Here is an editorial I did back in 2012 that I think merits repeating. It’s about driving over the speed limit and why there is no rational reason to do so.
More >>Here is an editorial I did back in 2012 that I think merits repeating. It’s about driving over the speed limit and why there is no rational reason to do so.
More >>A law passed in May by the Alabama Legislature is about to go into effect that will give thousands of convicted felons in the state the right to vote.
More >>A law passed in May by the Alabama Legislature is about to go into effect that will give thousands of convicted felons in the state the right to vote.
More >>You’ve heard it said that it’s safer to fly than to drive in America, and statistically that’s true. Yet, while we have virtually no control over our fate in an airplane, the same is not true for an automobile.
More >>You’ve heard it said that it’s safer to fly than to drive in America, and statistically that’s true. Yet, while we have virtually no control over our fate in an airplane, the same is not true for an automobile.
More >>When the Legislature reconvenes on Tuesday, one of the bills they can vote on is HB277, the Child Care Safety Act.
More >>When the Legislature reconvenes on Tuesday, one of the bills they can vote on is HB277, the Child Care Safety Act.
More >>The pending purchase of Reynolds American by British American Tobacco for 49 billion dollars reminds us that smoking is still a huge business in America.
More >>The pending purchase of Reynolds American by British American Tobacco for 49 billion dollars reminds us that smoking is still a huge business in America.
More >>First steps have now been taken to repeal the Affordable Care Act known as Obamacare.
More >>First steps have now been taken to repeal the Affordable Care Act known as Obamacare.
More >>I think there are three distinctive groups of people disappointed over Alabama’s loss to Clemson this week.
More >>I think there are three distinctive groups of people disappointed over Alabama’s loss to Clemson this week.
More >>Former Governor Albert Brewer died on Monday. He was a notable figure in Alabama politics.
More >>Former Governor Albert Brewer died on Monday. He was a notable figure in Alabama politics.
More >>It’s that time of year again.
More >>It’s that time of year again.
More >>This holiday season you may have visited an elderly family member or friend. But did you pay close attention to their situation?
More >>This holiday season you may have visited an elderly family member or friend. But did you pay close attention to their situation?
More >>You know, there’s nothing wrong with saying “happy holidays” at this time of year. We’ve been doing it for at least 150 years in America.
More >>You know, there’s nothing wrong with saying “happy holidays” at this time of year. We’ve been doing it for at least 150 years in America.
More >>Facebook is a wonderful thing. It allows us to keep up with friends, to share our photos and videos with family, and even to discover fascinating things from all over the world.
More >>Facebook is a wonderful thing. It allows us to keep up with friends, to share our photos and videos with family, and even to discover fascinating things from all over the world.
More >>There will only be 41 college bowl games played this year. That Montgomery, Alabama has one of them at all is still amazing to me, and a tribute to the city, the county, the chamber of commerce, and Raycom Media among others.
More >>There will only be 41 college bowl games played this year. That Montgomery, Alabama has one of them at all is still amazing to me, and a tribute to the city, the county, the chamber of commerce, and Raycom Media among others.
More >>As we approach this holiday season, let us take time to remember that children are watching us and are learning from us.
More >>As we approach this holiday season, let us take time to remember that children are watching us and are learning from us.
More >>In a few days, we will have a special opportunity to respond to our neighbors in need. Our thanks goes out to WSFA 12 News for again hosting "WSFA 12's Day of Giving" on Friday, Dec. 8.
More >>In a few days, we will have a special opportunity to respond to our neighbors in need. Our thanks goes out to WSFA 12 News for again hosting "WSFA 12's Day of Giving" on Friday, Dec. 8.
More >>The question is asked: Why do female accusers of sexual assault wait so long to report it? Why has there been such an increase in the reports lately. I have a theory:
More >>The question is asked: Why do female accusers of sexual assault wait so long to report it? Why has there been such an increase in the reports lately. I have a theory:
More >>I’m Steven L. Reed, Montgomery County Probate Judge. The most critical way that individuals can influence governmental decision-making is through voting.
More >>I’m Steven L. Reed, Montgomery County Probate Judge. The most critical way that individuals can influence governmental decision-making is through voting.
More >>Recently UCLA’s basketball team traveled to China to play against Georgia Tech.
More >>Recently UCLA’s basketball team traveled to China to play against Georgia Tech.
More >>As some of us get ready for what could be a long drive to grandma’s house for Thanksgiving.
More >>As some of us get ready for what could be a long drive to grandma’s house for Thanksgiving.
More >>Child sex abuse is a horrific problem in this state and in our country. In the state of Alabama, the age of consent is 16 and you are considered an adult on your 18th birthday.
More >>Child sex abuse is a horrific problem in this state and in our country. In the state of Alabama, the age of consent is 16 and you are considered an adult on your 18th birthday.
More >>At the United Way, we believe each of us has a stake not only in the well-being of our own children but also in the child next door.
More >>At the United Way, we believe each of us has a stake not only in the well-being of our own children but also in the child next door.
More >>I’m Karlyn Edwards of the Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama. Girls need us now, more than ever, and we are committed to reaching every girl, everywhere.
More >>I’m Karlyn Edwards of the Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama. Girls need us now, more than ever, and we are committed to reaching every girl, everywhere.
More >>Remember when Halloween used to be a time when everyone dressed up and had fun.
More >>Remember when Halloween used to be a time when everyone dressed up and had fun.
More >>Gov. Kay Ivey announced last week that the state is currently experiencing one of the lowest unemployment rates ever.
More >>Gov. Kay Ivey announced last week that the state is currently experiencing one of the lowest unemployment rates ever.
More >>I am at a loss for words.
More >>I am at a loss for words.
More >>If you’re like me - and for your sake I hope you’re not - you are always on the go and often need to swing through a drive-thru for a quick meal.
More >>If you’re like me - and for your sake I hope you’re not - you are always on the go and often need to swing through a drive-thru for a quick meal.
More >>Mayor Todd Strange was a bit upset last week when he addressed the crime problems of Montgomery during a news conference.
More >>Mayor Todd Strange was a bit upset last week when he addressed the crime problems of Montgomery during a news conference.
More >>Fall is in the air and if you are like me, it couldn’t get here quick enough. With the cooler temperatures finally heading our way, why not go out and explore Montgomery and have some fun with the family.
More >>Fall is in the air and if you are like me, it couldn’t get here quick enough. With the cooler temperatures finally heading our way, why not go out and explore Montgomery and have some fun with the family.
More >>A recent study from Ditch the Label notes half of teens and young adults between ages 12 and 20 have been bullied and 17 percent experience bullying online.
More >>A recent study from Ditch the Label notes half of teens and young adults between ages 12 and 20 have been bullied and 17 percent experience bullying online.
More >>I stand here once again talking about horrific, terroristic actions of a deranged madman, who opened fire on Las Vegas concert goers killing 59 and injuring more than 500 others.
More >>I stand here once again talking about horrific, terroristic actions of a deranged madman, who opened fire on Las Vegas concert goers killing 59 and injuring more than 500 others.
More >>The Alabama Board of Funeral Service has received statewide reports of individuals who do not work for a funeral home, contacting families who are currently experiencing the loss of a loved one and requesting money be paid for services and merchandise.
More >>The Alabama Board of Funeral Service has received statewide reports of individuals who do not work for a funeral home, contacting families who are currently experiencing the loss of a loved one and requesting money be paid for services and merchandise.
More >>Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick started it all by sitting during the national anthem at a preseason game last year to protest the killing of unarmed African-Americans by police.
More >>Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick started it all by sitting during the national anthem at a preseason game last year to protest the killing of unarmed African-Americans by police.
More >>I personally loath the notion of losing. No matter what the circumstance, losing does not come easy to me. But, if I lose at something, or I make a mistake, I am the first to take full ownership.
More >>I personally loath the notion of losing. No matter what the circumstance, losing does not come easy to me. But, if I lose at something, or I make a mistake, I am the first to take full ownership.
More >>Last Saturday, we began preparing for Hurricane Irma in the River Region. During that preparation we had thousands of neighbors from Florida and Georgia come to the River Region seeking shelter from the storm. Montgomery, you should be proud.
More >>Last Saturday, we began preparing for Hurricane Irma in the River Region. During that preparation we had thousands of neighbors from Florida and Georgia come to the River Region seeking shelter from the storm. Montgomery, you should be proud.
More >>A couple of weeks ago the president and first lady visited the storm-ravaged areas of Texas and Louisiana.
More >>A couple of weeks ago the president and first lady visited the storm-ravaged areas of Texas and Louisiana.
More >>Hunger is one of the greatest enemies to a person’s mental and physical health.
More >>Hunger is one of the greatest enemies to a person’s mental and physical health.
More >>Tuesday at 11:59 p.m., WSFA’s extended agreement with DIRECTV will expire and they may drop this station from their lineup.
More >>Tuesday at 11:59 p.m., WSFA’s extended agreement with DIRECTV will expire and they may drop this station from their lineup.
More >>Thousands of people in Texas and Louisiana have been devastated by Hurricane Harvey, and you may be wondering how you can help.
More >>Thousands of people in Texas and Louisiana have been devastated by Hurricane Harvey, and you may be wondering how you can help.
More >>Monday, August 28th, a historic event will occur at Montgomery’s Union Station.
More >>Monday, August 28th, a historic event will occur at Montgomery’s Union Station.
More >>Guest Editorial from Dr. Tom Mitchell, Jr., MD.
More >>Guest Editorial from Dr. Tom Mitchell, Jr., MD.
More >>It is important that families spend more time together, and one of the best times to do that is dinner time.
More >>It is important that families spend more time together, and one of the best times to do that is dinner time.
More >>If you have been watching WSFA 12 News for the past couple of weeks you know we are hosting our inaugural Made for Moms Expo Saturday, Aug. 12 at the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center from 10 until 4 p.m.
More >>If you have been watching WSFA 12 News for the past couple of weeks you know we are hosting our inaugural Made for Moms Expo Saturday, Aug. 12 at the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center from 10 until 4 p.m.
More >>According to the Washington Post, an average of 37 children die of heat stroke because they were left unattended in a hot car. That’s two children every week during summer.
More >>According to the Washington Post, an average of 37 children die of heat stroke because they were left unattended in a hot car. That’s two children every week during summer.
More >>Is it fair to make our senior citizens list Social Security as a taxable income benefit when Social Security is financed by tax dollars?
More >>Is it fair to make our senior citizens list Social Security as a taxable income benefit when Social Security is financed by tax dollars?
More >>Summer is winding down and for many school starts back up at the end of this week and next week.
More >>Summer is winding down and for many school starts back up at the end of this week and next week.
More >>My editorial on marijuana last week generated a big response on Facebook. Those in favor of legalizing marijuana came out in full support of weed, while also noting their negative opinions of me.
More >>My editorial on marijuana last week generated a big response on Facebook. Those in favor of legalizing marijuana came out in full support of weed, while also noting their negative opinions of me.
More >>With Summer well underway you might be thinking, what fun things can we do with the kids prior to the start of school?
More >>With Summer well underway you might be thinking, what fun things can we do with the kids prior to the start of school?
More >>Pastor Ed Nettles of Freewill Missionary Baptist Church offers his opinion on American health care.
More >>Pastor Ed Nettles of Freewill Missionary Baptist Church offers his opinion on American health care.
More >>The subject of legalizing marijuana is more openly discussed these days, but I sense I will be long gone before our state ever passes such legislation.
More >>The subject of legalizing marijuana is more openly discussed these days, but I sense I will be long gone before our state ever passes such legislation.
More >>I can’t begin to thank all the people in Montgomery who went out of their way to make an outsider feel at home. In only a year and a half we have made lifelong friends, friends who we would count on with our lives and our children’s lives. But it is the South, and that is what you do.
More >>I can’t begin to thank all the people in Montgomery who went out of their way to make an outsider feel at home. In only a year and a half we have made lifelong friends, friends who we would count on with our lives and our children’s lives. But it is the South, and that is what you do.
More >>As a Republican I have made no bones about my disdain for Donald Trump, the candidate. I have said from the start that he did not belong in the presidential arena. Obviously he does. He is our next president.
More >>As a Republican I have made no bones about my disdain for Donald Trump, the candidate. I have said from the start that he did not belong in the presidential arena. Obviously he does. He is our next president.
More >>The election is coming on Tuesday. When talking about the presidential race, for many it can’t come soon enough. Don’t let the absolute mental drain that has been this presidential race keep you from exercising your right to vote.
More >>The election is coming on Tuesday. When talking about the presidential race, for many it can’t come soon enough. Don’t let the absolute mental drain that has been this presidential race keep you from exercising your right to vote.
More >>Only a few long weeks and this presidential election will finally be over. I have never been so sick of politics in my life. The question that we have to ask ourselves is, “How the heck did we get here?” How are these two the choices that we have for President of the United States.
More >>Only a few long weeks and this presidential election will finally be over. I have never been so sick of politics in my life. The question that we have to ask ourselves is, “How the heck did we get here?” How are these two the choices that we have for President of the United States.
More >>Last week I gave an editorial discussing the presidential election and my belief that the two candidates running for the most important job in the world are both poor choices. This editorial received some very heartfelt feedback. Let’s take a look.
More >>Last week I gave an editorial discussing the presidential election and my belief that the two candidates running for the most important job in the world are both poor choices. This editorial received some very heartfelt feedback. Let’s take a look.
More >>Alabama Governor Robert Bentley announced the formation of an Alabama Advisory Council on Gambling to study the issues related to gambling or lack thereof in our state.
More >>Alabama Governor Robert Bentley announced the formation of an Alabama Advisory Council on Gambling to study the issues related to gambling or lack thereof in our state.
More >>Chief Justice Roy Moore was suspended for the remainder of his term nine months after instructing Alabama’s probate judges to defy federal court orders on same-sex marriage. Moore was suspended and not removed. There is a very big difference between the two.
More >>Chief Justice Roy Moore was suspended for the remainder of his term nine months after instructing Alabama’s probate judges to defy federal court orders on same-sex marriage. Moore was suspended and not removed. There is a very big difference between the two.
More >>Last week I presented an editorial discussing the prison issues that this state faces. There were many responses. Typically I would give you several of those, but today I am going to only give you one. This is only a paraphrased version of the entire response but I do think it is important enough to share.
More >>Last week I presented an editorial discussing the prison issues that this state faces. There were many responses. Typically I would give you several of those, but today I am going to only give you one. This is only a paraphrased version of the entire response but I do think it is important enough to share.
More >>I get it. We are Alabama, not Georgia, and we don’t want to be Georgia. We don’t need to be, but contrary to many peoples thinking, we must grow.
More >>I get it. We are Alabama, not Georgia, and we don’t want to be Georgia. We don’t need to be, but contrary to many peoples thinking, we must grow.
More >>After 9/11 this country was unified at a level it had not been in any of our lifetimes. We were all Americans on those days and just Americans. duncanThe events of the past twelve months and even the past month are proving that as a nation we may be more divided than we have ever been.
More >>After 9/11 this country was unified at a level it had not been in any of our lifetimes. We were all Americans on those days and just Americans. The events of the past twelve months and even the past month are proving that as a nation we may be more divided than we have ever been.
More >>How many more Alabama Correctional Officers will be injured, or now we can say killed, before we finally address the problems in our state’s prison system?
More >>How many more Alabama Correctional Officers will be injured, or now we can say killed, before we finally address the problems in our state’s prison system?
More >>The legislature passed the BP bill that will pay down debt and keep Medicaid funded fully through 2017 and partially for 2018.
More >>The legislature passed the BP bill that will pay down debt and keep Medicaid funded fully through 2017 and partially for 2018.
More >>Well it is over. The lottery bill died on Friday as the Senate voted overwhelmingly against the House version of the bill.
More >>Well it is over. The lottery bill died on Friday as the Senate voted overwhelmingly against the House version of the bill.
More >>This week the legislature gets back to town to try and at least come up with a short-term fix for our immediate budget woes.
More >>This week the legislature gets back to town to try and at least come up with a short-term fix for our immediate budget woes.
More >>After the Senate did its job and voted on a lottery bill the bill stalls in the House of Representatives.
More >>After the Senate did its job and voted on a lottery bill the bill stalls in the House of Representatives.
More >>It hasn’t even been a week since the rain began to fall in south Louisiana.
More >>It hasn’t even been a week since the rain began to fall in south Louisiana.
More >>School is in and summer fun is over for another year. For parents the end of summer is often a good thing.
More >>School is in and summer fun is over for another year. For parents the end of summer is often a good thing.
More >>On Wednesday, WSFA 12 News partnered with the Red Cross and you, the people of the River Region, to raise close to $40,000 to help flood victims in Louisiana and Mississippi.
More >>On Wednesday, WSFA 12 News partnered with the Red Cross and you, the people of the River Region, to raise close to $40,000 to help flood victims in Louisiana and Mississippi.
More >>Last week I discussed the special session and called upon lawmakers to listen to the public and at least put the lottery on the ballot. Poll after poll has shown that the overwhelming majority think it should go to a vote. Here are a few responses from you about that subject.
More >>Last week I discussed the special session and called upon lawmakers to listen to the public and at least put the lottery on the ballot. Poll after poll has shown that the overwhelming majority think it should go to a vote. Here are a few responses from you about that subject.
More >>Governor Bentley has called a special session. That is not new information for anyone. I have stood here repeatedly and complained about the costs of special sessions at the tax payers expense, but for now that ship has sailed.
More >>Governor Bentley has called a special session. That is not new information for anyone. I have stood here repeatedly and complained about the costs of special sessions at the tax payers expense, but for now that ship has sailed.
More >>In April a bill was passed, and this month the new law goes into effect allowing state school systems to place cameras on the stop arms of school buses. This will provide for the capturing of video evidence when a driver breaks the law by not stopping when these signs are displayed at stops.
More >>In April a bill was passed, and this month the new law goes into effect allowing state school systems to place cameras on the stop arms of school buses. This will provide for the capturing of video evidence when a driver breaks the law by not stopping when these signs are displayed at stops.
More >>Lost in the national news of the day, our now former Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard was sentenced to four years in state prison on Friday. The verdict will be appealed, but for now the first of three political embarrassments has reached a conclusion.
More >>Lost in the national news of the day, our now former Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard was sentenced to four years in state prison on Friday. The verdict will be appealed, but for now the first of three political embarrassments has reached a conclusion.
More >>Last Thursday I, like many of you, got the alert on my phone and immediately turned on the news to see what was going on in Dallas. The killing of police officers in Dallas, in the aftermath of the shooting deaths of two African American men in Minnesota and Baton Rouge by Police officers, made last week a very somber, disturbing week for all Americans. dun
More >>Last Thursday I, like many of you, got the alert on my phone and immediately turned on the news to see what was going on in Dallas. The killing of police officers in Dallas, in the aftermath of the shooting deaths of two African American men in Minnesota and Baton Rouge by Police officers, made last week a very somber, disturbing week for all Americans. dun
More >>Right now our country is dealing with a lot of anxiety, fear, uncertainty, anger and sadness. The people in Baton Rouge are hurting.
More >>Right now our country is dealing with a lot of anxiety, fear, uncertainty, anger and sadness. The people in Baton Rouge are hurting.
More >>I blinked and the year is half over. Time to take a deep breath and remember all the things I swore I would do this year and have not.
More >>I blinked and the year is half over. Time to take a deep breath and remember all the things I swore I would do this year and have not.
More >>The Supreme Court was deadlocked four to four on President Obama’s attempt to grant de facto amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants via executive order. The deadlock upheld a lower court’s ruling to block the attempt by the president.
More >>The Supreme Court was deadlocked four to four on President Obama’s attempt to grant de facto amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants via executive order. The deadlock upheld a lower court’s ruling to block the attempt by the president.
More >>Wednesday and deep into the early morning hours Thursday House Democrats posed a sit-in over the Speaker of the House not allowing gun control legislation to come to a vote. Similar legislation had been voted on and was defeated in the Senate earlier.
More >>Wednesday and deep into the early morning hours Thursday House Democrats posed a sit-in over the Speaker of the House not allowing gun control legislation to come to a vote. Similar legislation had been voted on and was defeated in the Senate earlier.
More >>This week the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office is rounding up delinquent fathers and mothers who are massively behind on their child support payments. District Attorney Bailey stated “I cannot force you to have a relationship with your child but I can force you to support your child.”
More >>This week the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office is rounding up delinquent fathers and mothers who are massively behind on their child support payments. District Attorney Bailey stated “I cannot force you to have a relationship with your child but I can force you to support your child.”
More >>We now have a new largest mass shooting record in the United States. The saddest part of that statement is that it is a record that will be broken. Probably sooner rather than later.
More >>We now have a new largest mass shooting record in the United States. The saddest part of that statement is that it is a record that will be broken. Probably sooner rather than later.
More >>This week marks the beginning of summer. For many of that means vacations and summer fun. For many others it means kids are home all day and extra burdens on already taxed budgets.
More >>This week marks the beginning of summer. For many of that means vacations and summer fun. For many others it means kids are home all day and extra burdens on already taxed budgets.
More >>If you have traveled through a major airport recently, you probably have noticed extra-long lines at the security check points. Luckily we do not have this issue in Montgomery, but larger airports do.
More >>If you have traveled through a major airport recently, you probably have noticed extra-long lines at the security check points. Luckily we do not have this issue in Montgomery, but larger airports do.
More >>The truth is that the most qualified are not running for president. They see what is going on in Washington and are staying far away.
More >>The truth is that the most qualified are not running for president. They see what is going on in Washington and are staying far away.
More >>Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer. It is for many an opportunity to get to the beach, the lake, or even the back yard with family and friends. We should not, however, forget the true intention of the holiday, to honor those who have fallen to protect this country and the freedoms that we have.
More >>Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer. It is for many an opportunity to get to the beach, the lake, or even the back yard with family and friends. We should not, however, forget the true intention of the holiday, to honor those who have fallen to protect this country and the freedoms that we have.
More >>Last week I owned up to my earlier statement that Trump could never win the Republican nomination, and now that he looks to have won the nomination, I discussed the race with Hillary Clinton that is in front of us.
More >>Last week I owned up to my earlier statement that Trump could never win the Republican nomination, and now that he looks to have won the nomination, I discussed the race with Hillary Clinton that is in front of us.
More >>I was reminded recently just how long ago Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard, was indicted by a grand jury and charged with 23 class B felonies. It was October of 2014; more than a year and a half ago. Delay after delay made me start to wonder if this trial would ever begin. Well, that time has come.
More >>I was reminded recently just how long ago Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard, was indicted by a grand jury and charged with 23 class B felonies. It was October of 2014; more than a year and a half ago. Delay after delay made me start to wonder if this trial would ever begin. Well, that time has come.
More >>A survey of more than 2,500 high school juniors and seniors conducted last year found that 79 percent of those teens surveyed said that their peers are more likely to drink and drive on graduation night.
More >>A survey of more than 2,500 high school juniors and seniors conducted last year found that 79 percent of those teens surveyed said that their peers are more likely to drink and drive on graduation night.
More >>For most of May inmates at several Alabama prisons have been on strike. On the surface they are striking because they are not getting paid for work performed while in prison. For that I say, “Get back to work.”
More >>For most of May inmates at several Alabama prisons have been on strike. On the surface they are striking because they are not getting paid for work performed while in prison. For that I say, “Get back to work.”
More >>Another legislative session is in the books, and it looks like another special session is on the way. The 2016 legislative session went on with little fanfare compared to recent years. Both budgets were passed early on, though the General Fund and the issue with Medicaid funding will probably bring legislators back in late summer.
More >>Another legislative session is in the books, and it looks like another special session is on the way.The 2016 legislative session went on with little fanfare compared to recent years. Both budgets were passed early on, though the General Fund and the issue with Medicaid funding will probably bring legislators back in late summer.
More >>HI said last December that Trump should get out of the race. I said that he lacked diplomacy and that his outlandish comments were unfitting a president. I also said that in the end he could never win the Republican nomination. On the last statement I was obviously wrong.
More >>HI said last December that Trump should get out of the race. I said that he lacked diplomacy and that his outlandish comments were unfitting a president. I also said that in the end he could never win the Republican nomination. On the last statement I was obviously wrong.
More >>Another great weekend is shaping up in the River Region. This weekend Prattville is the place to be with the Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic back in town for another year.
More >>Another great weekend is shaping up in the River Region. This weekend Prattville is the place to be with the Yokohama Tire LPGA Classic back in town for another year.
More >>I have been quietly watching a piece of legislation to see if it would actually make it all the way through, and to my dismay it looks like it won’t. The legislation is designed to reform the payday loan industry.
More >>I have been quietly watching a piece of legislation to see if it would actually make it all the way through, and to my dismay it looks like it won’t. The legislation is designed to reform the payday loan industry.
More >>I often stand here and show you graphs or site statistics that show Alabama at the bottom of any particular category. Well today I am going give you some positive news about our state, the region and an industry that is showing tremendous growth.
More >>I often stand here and show you graphs or site statistics that show Alabama at the bottom of any particular category. Well today I am going give you some positive news about our state, the region and an industry that is showing tremendous growth.
More >>Earlier this week I talked about the legislature and the shortcomings of the General Fund Budget. There were several well thought out responses. Here are a few.
More >>Earlier this week I talked about the legislature and the shortcomings of the General Fund Budget. There were several well thought out responses. Here are a few.
More >>Not many people know that we have a sex trafficking super highway running right through the heart of Alabama.
More >>Not many people know that we have a sex trafficking super highway running right through the heart of Alabama.
More >>Just when you thought it couldn’t get any stranger this pops up. The Governor is accused of having an affair, though both parties deny it. The Governor has apologized for his inappropriate conversations. Whatever has happened, it seems to have been enough to cause Mrs. Bentley to stop being Mrs. Bentley. Is that enough for him to resign? It’s a debatable topic.
More >>Just when you thought it couldn’t get any stranger this pops up. The Governor is accused of having an affair, though both parties deny it. The Governor has apologized for his inappropriate conversations. Whatever has happened, it seems to have been enough to cause Mrs. Bentley to stop being Mrs. Bentley. Is that enough for him to resign? It’s a debatable topic.
More >>The Session is rolling along but the legislative bus is about to be back in the General Fund ditch. The General Fund has for many years been the thorn in the state's side and will again prove to be an enormous problem in 2016.
More >>The Session is rolling along but the legislative bus is about to be back in the General Fund ditch. The General Fund has for many years been the thorn in the state's side and will again prove to be an enormous problem in 2016.
More >>For a reason that is beyond me the vast majority of the elected leaders of this state, and many of the citizens, refuse to see that the state is not funding the basic needs of its citizens.
More >>For a reason that is beyond me the vast majority of the elected leaders of this state, and many of the citizens, refuse to see that the state is not funding the basic needs of its citizens.
More >>Don’t look now but the State Legislature is in full swing. There are some real positives coming down from the hill, but before we get too excited there are still some real challenges as well. One huge positive is the Education Fund budget getting out of committee in the House with long overdue pay raises for our teachers and administrators.
More >>Don’t look now but the State Legislature is in full swing. There are some real positives coming down from the hill, but before we get too excited there are still some real challenges as well. One huge positive is the Education Fund budget getting out of committee in the House with long overdue pay raises for our teachers and administrators.
More >>A bill filed by Rep. John Knight of Montgomery would require the City Council to develop procedures to investigate all perceived police misconduct. This would give City Council knowledge of the investigation therefore possible input on the direction of the investigation.
More >>A bill filed by Rep. John Knight of Montgomery would require the City Council to develop procedures to investigate all perceived police misconduct. This would give City Council knowledge of the investigation therefore possible input on the direction of the investigation.
More >>An African American man lost his life last week. The person that took it was a white police officer. Those two facts are public and undeniable. There are many other facts involved in this tragedy that are not public and will not be public for weeks. Some may never be.
More >>An African American man lost his life last week. The person that took it was a white police officer. Those two facts are public and undeniable. There are many other facts involved in this tragedy that are not public and will not be public for weeks. Some may never be.
More >>Statewide Amendment One, sponsored as a bill by State Senator Arthur Orr of Decatur, would do away with the supernumerary system that is in place for district attorneys and circuit clerks.
More >>Statewide Amendment One, sponsored as a bill by State Senator Arthur Orr of Decatur, would do away with the supernumerary system that is in place for district attorneys and circuit clerks.
More >>The satisfaction of getting a paycheck and working makes all us feel really good. It means you are supporting yourself, your family and are a productive member of your community. However, not everyone has a job.
More >>The satisfaction of getting a paycheck and working makes all us feel really good. It means you are supporting yourself, your family and are a productive member of your community. However, not everyone has a job.
More >>What do you say we end the debate once and for all on a state lottery and pass legislation this year up or down.
More >>What do you say we end the debate once and for all on a state lottery and pass legislation this year up or down.
More >>Last week I discussed the prospect of a lottery bill. As always this topic creates a lot of feedback. 95% of the feedback was pro vote but there were some well thought out comments on the lottery and the Legislature in general. Here are a few of those comments.
More >>Last week I discussed the prospect of a lottery bill. As always this topic creates a lot of feedback. 95% of the feedback was pro vote but there were some well thought out comments on the lottery and the Legislature in general. Here are a few of those comments.
More >>Each legislator has an agenda full of items that are important to their district and that work has to get done as well. I just never understood why the larger items on the agenda that are statewide don’t get done first, and then the more regional items get tackled at the end of the session.
More >>Each legislator has an agenda full of items that are important to their district and that work has to get done as well. I just never understood why the larger items on the agenda that are statewide don’t get done first, and then the more regional items get tackled at the end of the session.
More >>Monday Iowa caucused and the results on both sides of the aisle could cause a major shift in the races.
More >>Monday Iowa caucused and the results on both sides of the aisle could cause a major shift in the races.
More >>Well here we are. The State of the State speech launches the 2016 legislative session and we will be off and running. In years past the running seemed to be away from solutions to serious financial problems that face the General Fund.
More >>Well here we are. The State of the State speech launches the 2016 legislative session and we will be off and running. In years past the running seemed to be away from solutions to serious financial problems that face the General Fund.
More >>A little less than a week from now our Alabama legislative body will convene for the start of the 2016 legislative session. As always, there is much to accomplish this year.
More >>A little less than a week from now our Alabama legislative body will convene for the start of the 2016 legislative session. As always, there is much to accomplish this year.
More >>This week it was announced that Montgomery would be home to Alabama’s first, and one of only four Internet exchanges in the Southeast. Young people and those new to the area may take this kind of development for granted, but this is a big deal for Montgomery.
More >>This week it was announced that Montgomery would be home to Alabama’s first, and one of only four Internet exchanges in the Southeast. Young people and those new to the area may take this kind of development for granted, but this is a big deal for Montgomery.
More >>Big news came out of the City of Montgomery last week with the announcement that Montgomery will have an internet exchange. What the heck is an internet exchange? To be honest, I had to ask my IT guy the same question!
More >>This week a statement was released by the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee detailing a passed resolution dated Sunday, Jan. 10 calling upon Alabama Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard to “suspend his leadership position.”
More >>This week a statement was released by the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee detailing a passed resolution dated Sunday, Jan. 10 calling upon Alabama Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard to “suspend his leadership position.”
More >>Last week, I gave an editorial discussing the idea of using Maxwell Air Force Base as a place to house illegal immigrant children arriving at our Mexican border until extradition hearings are done. The topic received a lot of comments, both for and against the idea.
More >>Last week, I gave an editorial discussing the idea of using Maxwell Air Force Base as a place to house illegal immigrant children arriving at our Mexican border until extradition hearings are done. The topic received a lot of comments, both for and against the idea.
More >>My business always puts me in the same position. December is a very busy month for the media business, and there is little time to look forward to the new year and no time to reflect on the year that is about to end.
More >>My business always puts me in the same position. December is a very busy month for the media business, and there is little time to look forward to the new year and no time to reflect on the year that is about to end.
More >>Tuesday, January 5 the Montgomery City Council will vote on an ordinance that would allow Uber to operate in the city. What is Uber and why do I care you may be asking yourself? If you are under the age of 30 you probably already know, but hang in there for a second. UBER is an app-based ride sharing company. It is an alternative to calling a cab. Fees are predetermined and paid by a credit card already set up with the company. No money changes hands with the driver. ...
More >>Most of the country is finishing up the holiday season as New Year’s Eve is just a few days away. But not in Alabama. We are just getting started. Now that the preliminary events are over it’s time to get serious.
More >>Many of you will be hitting the road this weekend or early next week on your way to gather with family for the Christmas holiday.
More >>We all know that there is no simple answer, but the reality is that we do not have enough money coming in to pay for the essential needs of this state.
More >>This Saturday the second annual Raycom Media Camellia Bowl will be played here in Montgomery at the Cramton Bowl.
More >>The tragic event in San Bernardino, California is another chilling reminder that we are in the middle of a war unlike any we have ever seen.
More >>Congratulations to Alabama on a 25th SEC title and another trip to the College Football playoffs! It seems like the excitement might be diminished after all these titles but Alabama fans will tell you different.All-in-all it was a pretty good year for college football in the region.
More >>This week I gave an editorial stating my belief that Donald Trump should step aside in the race for the Republican nomination.We received what was easily the largest feedback to date.
More >>Recently I gave an editorial on the visa-free program and Gov. Robert Bentley’s efforts to keep refugees out of Alabama.
More >>Donald Trump has had his moment, but it is now time for him to step aside. I think Mr. Trump has been a valuable part of the Republican primary, and in the end it will show that his involvement in the process was very important.
More >>Having just celebrated the Fourth of July this week, I took the time to reflect on what this date truly represents.
More >>Having just celebrated the Fourth of July this week, I took the time to reflect on what this date truly represents.
More >>No message received or sent on your wireless device is worth putting your or other’s lives at risk.
More >>No message received or sent on your wireless device is worth putting your or other’s lives at risk.
More >>I am deeply disturbed by the continual gun violence involving juveniles that is taking place in communities in our area.
More >>I am deeply disturbed by the continual gun violence involving juveniles that is taking place in communities in our area.
More >>As we move into the heart of summer and prime vacation season – here are a couple of reminders.
More >>As we move into the heart of summer and prime vacation season – here are a couple of reminders.
More >>According to the National Alcoholic Beverage Control Association, Alabama is one of 17 states with a government agency dedicated to managing liquor sales.
More >>According to the National Alcoholic Beverage Control Association, Alabama is one of 17 states with a government agency dedicated to managing liquor sales.
More >>I am very grateful for the work the Montgomery Police Department does every day in doing what is necessary to keep our city safe.
More >>I am very grateful for the work the Montgomery Police Department does every day in doing what is necessary to keep our city safe.
More >>Kudos to the Alabama Department of Corrections for working to rid our state prisons of crimes being committed within the prison walls.
More >>Kudos to the Alabama Department of Corrections for working to rid our state prisons of crimes being committed within the prison walls.
More >>How far is too far when it comes to comedy? How far can one push the envelope before stepping over the line?
More >>How far is too far when it comes to comedy? How far can one push the envelope before stepping over the line?
More >>Friday is our annual Summer Fund and Food Drive to benefit the Montgomery Area Food Bank.
More >>Friday is our annual Summer Fund and Food Drive to benefit the Montgomery Area Food Bank.
More >>This coming Monday, our nation celebrates Memorial Day. The Memorial Day weekend starts after work on Friday and culminates on Monday.
More >>This coming Monday, our nation celebrates Memorial Day. The Memorial Day weekend starts after work on Friday and culminates on Monday.
More >>If I were grading the legislature, I would give them an F.
More >>If I were grading the legislature, I would give them an F.
More >>Here are few ways to keep your bank account safer...
More >>Here are few ways to keep your bank account safer...
More >>This is the final week of the Alabama Legislative Session and based on what has not been accomplished thus far might make one wonder what they still have left to do.
More >>This is the final week of the Alabama Legislative Session and based on what has not been accomplished thus far might make one wonder what they still have left to do.
More >>A couple weeks ago I provided my thoughts on tipping for service when visiting a sit-down restaurant. We received a plethora of responses.
More >>A couple weeks ago I provided my thoughts on tipping for service when visiting a sit-down restaurant. We received a plethora of responses.
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