Cassanova’s Rendezvous Cafe: Chatom’s First and Only Bar
Chatom, the seat of Washington County, spent most of its history as a dry town where anyone wanting a drink had to leave town to get one. That changed when…
Baldwin County’s Jody Bishop Named Alabama ‘Judge of the Year’ for Protecting the Forests
Baldwin County District Judge Jody Bishop was named Alabama's Judge of the Year by the state's forest owners and forestry commission for his work prosecuting timber and woodland crimes.
Sparks Stays in the Governor’s Race, Passing Up an Open Congressional Seat
Ron Sparks scheduled a three-city announcement tour and let speculation build that he might abandon the governor's race for the 5th District. The scheduling itself gave away the answer.
Mobile Native Dale Peterson Joins Crowded Race for Agriculture Commissioner
Mobile native Dale Peterson entered the Republican race for Alabama agriculture commissioner, joining a field that included John McMillan of Stockton in a contest with a distinct South Alabama flavor.
Republicans Fight Over Their Own Ballot in the District 22 Senate Special Election
A challenge to keep Citronelle businesswoman Judy Belk off the Republican ballot failed on a split vote, as three GOP contenders lined up for the seat left vacant by the…
A $267 Million Federal Loan Promised Broadband to 29 Alabama Counties
Sen. Richard Shelby announced a $267 million USDA loan to Open Range Communications to bring broadband to 29 Alabama counties, including Mobile, Baldwin, Clarke, Escambia and Monroe.