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U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell Hosts 15th Annual Congressional Job Fair in Selma

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell Hosts 15th Annual Congressional Job Fair in Selma

U.S. Representative Terri Sewell is hosting her 15th annual Congressional Job Fair on August 6, 2026, in Selma, Alabama. The event is set to take place at Wallace Community College Selma from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and aims to connect job seekers from Alabama’s 7th Congressional District with potential employers. The job fair will feature a diverse range of industries, including automotive, restaurant and food management, transportation, construction, hospitality, retail, health services, utilities, telecommunications, manufacturing, and government agencies. Admission to the event is free, and attendees are encouraged to register in advance through Sewell’s congressional website. The job fair is strategically located to serve residents of Hale and Perry counties, which are part of the 7th District.
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Congresswoman Terri Sewell Hosts 15th Annual Job Fair in Selma to Boost Employment Opportunities

Congresswoman Terri Sewell Hosts 15th Annual Job Fair in Selma to Boost Employment Opportunities

Congresswoman Terri Sewell organized her 15th Annual Job Fair at Wallace Community College in Selma, Alabama. The event attracted hundreds of job seekers looking for employment, career changes, or better job opportunities. Over 75 employers from various industries, including manufacturing, transportation, law enforcement, and hospitality, participated in the fair. Sewell's job fair is an annual event that rotates locations within her congressional district, aiming to connect residents with potential employers and address local employment needs.
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Cullman High School Launches New STEM and Career Tech Center to Enhance Student Opportunities

Cullman High School Launches New STEM and Career Tech Center to Enhance Student Opportunities

Cullman High School in Alabama has officially opened a new STEM and career technology wing, marking a significant expansion in educational opportunities for students. The new facility, a two-story addition located behind the existing agriculture class/shop, was inaugurated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials and school representatives. The center aims to provide students with hands-on training and certifications in various career tech fields, including engineering, computer science, health science, and cybersecurity. The project was developed in partnership with local industries, including Mazda and Toyota, to ensure alignment with regional workforce needs.
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Rep. Terri Sewell Advocates for Voting Rights on 61st Anniversary of Voting Rights Act

Rep. Terri Sewell Advocates for Voting Rights on 61st Anniversary of Voting Rights Act

U.S. Representative Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, commemorated the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by releasing a video message. In her message, Sewell honored the civil rights activists who contributed to the enactment of the law and emphasized the ongoing need to protect voting rights. She highlighted the weakening of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) due to court decisions and called for the restoration of its full protections through the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which she sponsors. Sewell urged Americans to continue the fight for voting rights by participating in elections and voting actively.
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Alabama Growers Explore Organic Crop Opportunities Amid Rising Demand

Alabama Growers Explore Organic Crop Opportunities Amid Rising Demand

Alabama growers are increasingly considering organic crop production as demand for organic products rises. Organic farming in Alabama involves a complex system that eschews synthetic fertilizers and pesticides in favor of practices like cover cropping, compost use, crop rotation, and beneficial insect habitat management. The state's climate, characterized by heat and humidity, presents challenges such as rapid pest and disease development. However, these conditions also offer opportunities for biodiversity, which can support beneficial insects. Successful organic farming in Alabama requires careful planning and understanding of soil fertility, crop diversity, and pest management. Growers must also navigate a three-year transition period for USDA organic certification, which involves strict adherence to organic standards.
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Geneva County Circuit Clerk Indicted for Embezzling Over $93,000

Geneva County Circuit Clerk Indicted for Embezzling Over $93,000

Ashley Powell, the Circuit Clerk of Geneva County, Alabama, has been indicted and arrested for allegedly embezzling more than $93,000 in taxpayer money. The indictment, announced by Attorney General Steve Marshall, accuses Powell of abusing her public office for personal financial gain. Powell, who had been barred from her office months prior to the arrest, is alleged to have illegally redirected public funds to herself. This case is being handled by the Attorney General’s Special Prosecutions Division, which focuses on public corruption and abuse of power. The details of the alleged embezzlement scheme are currently under wraps due to the ongoing investigation.
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Alabama Renames State Office Building in Honor of Gov. Kay Ivey

Alabama Renames State Office Building in Honor of Gov. Kay Ivey

A state government building in downtown Montgomery, Alabama, has been renamed the Kay Ivey Office Building in honor of Governor Kay Ivey. Previously known as the Attorney General’s Office Building, it is located at the corner of Dexter Avenue and South Bainbridge Street, near the Alabama Capitol. The building, originally constructed in 1937, has undergone several transformations, serving as the State Highway Building and later the Public Safety Building. The renaming was approved by the Alabama Building Renovation Finance Authority following a resolution passed by the Alabama Legislature. Governor Ivey, who became Alabama's second female governor in 2017, is set to complete her term in January 2027, marking nearly a decade in office.
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Etowah County Couple Awarded $88 Million in Landmark Hernia Mesh Verdict

Etowah County Couple Awarded $88 Million in Landmark Hernia Mesh Verdict

A federal jury has awarded an Alabama couple $88 million in a landmark verdict against Covidien, a subsidiary of Medtronic, over its Symbotex hernia mesh product. The jury found that Covidien failed to adequately warn physicians about the risks associated with the mesh, which led to significant health complications for Larry Patterson, who received the implant in 2017. The verdict, delivered in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, is the largest compensatory damages award in the history of U.S. mesh litigation. The case is part of a larger multidistrict litigation involving over 2,500 lawsuits.
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Kay Ivey Office Building Signage Installed, Honoring Alabama's Longest-Serving Governor

Kay Ivey Office Building Signage Installed, Honoring Alabama's Longest-Serving Governor

The Alabama Attorney General's Office building has been officially renamed the Kay Ivey Office Building, with new signage installed to mark the change. This decision follows the Alabama Legislature's House Joint Resolution 253, which recommended the designation, and was signed by Governor Kay Ivey. The Alabama Building Renovation Finance Authority approved the naming on April 9, just before the ninth anniversary of Ivey's tenure as Alabama's 54th governor. Ivey is recognized as the longest continuously serving governor in Alabama's history and the longest-serving female governor in American history. Her administration is noted for significant achievements, including the Rebuild Alabama infrastructure program, broadband expansion, and new prison construction.
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Alabama Prepares for August 11 Special Primary with Voter Information Campaign

Alabama Prepares for August 11 Special Primary with Voter Information Campaign

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has reminded voters of essential information ahead of the August 11 special primary election. This election will take place in the 1st, 2nd, 6th, and 7th congressional districts. Allen emphasized the use of AlabamaVotes.gov as a resource for voters to verify their congressional district, voter registration status, polling location, and to review sample ballots. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and voters are required to present a valid photo ID. Election results will be posted at polling places and on the Alabama secretary of state’s website.
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Birmingham Hosts Diverse August Concert Lineup Featuring Benson Boone

Birmingham Hosts Diverse August Concert Lineup Featuring Benson Boone

Birmingham Hosts Diverse August Concert Lineup Featuring Benson Boone
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Hadrian Secures $1.37 Billion Funding to Expand Defense Manufacturing

Hadrian Secures $1.37 Billion Funding to Expand Defense Manufacturing

Hadrian Secures $1.37 Billion Funding to Expand Defense Manufacturing