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Heath Allbright: 'Cutting the state income tax will put money back in the pockets of families in District 11'

2 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Grayson Everett

As Alabama’s 2025 legislative session draws to a close on Wednesday, lawmakers enacted a $191 million tax relief package that will reduce the state sales tax on groceries from 3% to 2%, eliminate the 4% sales tax on essential baby and feminine hygiene products, and increase income tax exemptions for retirees and low- to moderate-income households.
Crimson Tide football achieves highest team GPA in program history during Spring 2025 semester

2 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Michael Brauner

The University of Alabama’s football team is getting it done both on and off the field, according to a post shared by the program’s official social media account. The Crimson Tide managed to set a team record in the classroom this past semester, notching the highest overall team Grade Point Average (GPA) in the program’s history at 3.29.
President Trump signs Rep. Gary Palmer's natural gas protection into law, reversing Biden-era water heater ban

2 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Austen Shipley

Legislation authored by U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer that will undo the Biden administration’s eleventh-hour ban on tankless natural gas water heaters has been signed into law by President Donald Trump. The Congressman joined the President for a signing ceremony in the Oval Office late last week. “I am honored to witness President Trump sign my commonsense legislation into law,” said Palmer (R-Hoover).
Alabama team heads to SelectUSA to expand foreign investment wins

2 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Jerry Underwood |Austen Shipley

Businesses based in countries around the globe continue to find a welcoming home in Alabama, as the state’s foreign direct investment (FDI) reached $3.5 billion last year, driving job growth in several key industries. Communities across the state attracted 50 FDI projects during 2024, resulting in more than 3,700 job commitments in automotive manufacturing plants, shipyards, sawmills, and other workplaces, according to a report from the Alabama Department of Commerce.
Britt talks value of motherhood, MOMS Act in Fox News interview with Lara Trump

2 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Austen Shipley

As one of only two mothers in the U.S. Senate with school-age children, Alabama’s Katie Britt is in a unique position to discuss the process of balancing a legislative career in Washington with a personal home life in Montgomery. On Saturday, during a Fox News interview with Lara Trump, Britt spoke about her professional duties as a lawmaker, but noted that her most valued responsibility is being a good mother and spouse. “I’ve been really honest about it.
Further expanded 16-team College Football Playoff reportedly 'gaining support'

3 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Michael Brauner

College football has experienced radical changes recently, including the first edition of the expanded 12-team playoff, and though reviews were mixed on the new format, the postseason will likely never decrease in size again. What does seem inevitable, however, is the playoffs’ further expansion.
DeBoer offers serious praise for his presumptive starting quarterback

3 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Michael Brauner

The Alabama Crimson Tide has yet to officially select a starting quarterback heading into summer training. Though there are three real options, including Ty Simpson, Austin Mack, and Keelon Russell, the heavy favorite has been Simpson throughout the last several months. Entering his second season after a roller coaster of a first year, there is great pressure on head coach Kalen DeBoer to get the call right.
Great food, small-town Alabama hospitality is in their Wheelhouse

4 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Susan Swagler |Walker Miller

If you build it, turns out, people will come. It happened in Opp when local resident Merrill Culverhouse decided his hometown needed a nice place to eat. So, he teamed up with chef Jon Gibson (a friend since childhood) and together, they built Wheelhouse. Today, the restaurant is thriving and, just as importantly, providing jobs and making the community a better place. Culverhouse had been dreaming of owning a restaurant since college.
Cullman, Albertville regional airports share $1.9M in FAA infrastructure grants

4 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Bud McLaughlin

Projects at two North Alabama airports will soon take off, thanks to grants from the Federal Aviation Administration. U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt announced Wednesday that Cullman and Albertville regional airports have received more than $1.9 million in federal Airport Infrastructure Grants to support critical infrastructure improvements. Cullman Regional Airport – Folsom Field was awarded $1,011,708, and Albertville Regional Airport – Thomas J. Brumlik Field received $939,038.
Helmets to Hardhats connects veterans to civilian trade careers in Alabama, other states

4 days ago | yellowhammernews.com | Joey Blackwell |Sherri Blevins

When returning to civilian life, military personnel often find the adjustment difficult for a variety of reasons. While possessing skills and knowledge, many veterans’ resumes don’t easily translate to the civilian workforce, leading to underemployment. At the same time, they desire the camaraderie and purpose they once had in uniform.