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Governor Ivey and House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter Seek Injunction Against Alabama High School Athletic Association
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey and House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) are seeking an injunction against the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA). This action comes after the AHSAA issued a ruling requiring...

Justice Department Opens Investigation into Rainsville, Alabama for Disability and Religious Liberty Discrimination
Today, the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division launched an investigation into the City of Rainsville, Alabama, to determine whether the City violated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Religious Land Use and...

The University of Alabama and GATC Health Unveil Strategic Program to Accelerate Therapeutic Discovery and Development
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GATC Health Corp, a leading tech-bio company leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to transform drug discovery and development, today announced the launch of a strategic program with The...

Governor Ivey Issues Statement on Space Command Headquarters Coming to Alabama
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday issued the following statement on Space Command Headquarters coming to Alabama: “Soon after President Trump directed the Department of Defense in 2018 to begin planning for this new military branch, Space...

Interior Department Advances Coal Lease Sales in Alabama, Utah and Montana
WASHINGTON — The Department of the Interior is moving forward with three competitive coal lease sales in Alabama, Montana and Utah this fall. These sales reflect the Trump administration’s commitment to strengthening American Energy Dominance,...

Governor Ivey Emphasizes Preparedness Starts at Home as Alabama Observes National Preparedness Month
MONTGOMERY – With September designated as “National Preparedness Month,” Governor Kay Ivey is calling on Alabamians to take proactive steps now to safeguard their families before disaster strikes. “Alabama is no stranger to Mother Nature in all...

Digital Brands Group and University of Alabama Announce Exclusive Apparel Private Label Manufacturing Agreement
Austin, Texas, Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Brands Group, Inc. (Ticker: [NASDAQ:DBGI]) (the “Company” or “DBG”), a publicly traded company specializing in eCommerce and Fashion, today announced it has entered into an Exclusive...

Digi Power X Expands Digital Asset Holdings and Accelerates Pivot to AI Infrastructure with Alabama Build-Out and Reports August 2025 Production Results
This news release constitutes a “designated news release” for the purposes of the Company’s prospectus supplement dated May 30, 2025 to its short form base shelf prospectus dated May 15, 2025. MIAMI, Sept. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digi Power X...

Space Force Association Affirms Commitment to Huntsville Following U.S. Space Command Move
HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, September 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Space Force Association (SFA), the nation’s leading nonprofit space advocacy organization, reaffirms its strong presence and ongoing commitment to Huntsville and North...

Governor Ivey Releases Labor Day Message Honoring Alabama’s Workforce
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey today released a video message in recognition of Labor Day, paying tribute to the hardworking men and women who keep Alabama strong. “Here in Alabama, we know a thing or two about hard work,” said Governor Ivey. “We...

Lakeland Fire + Safety Completes Sale of Decatur, Alabama Warehouse Facility in Connection with Capital Reallocation Initiatives
$6.1 Million Sale and Partial Leaseback Strengthens Balance Sheet and Provides Financial Flexibility for Operational Enhancements HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeland Industries, Inc. (“Lakeland Fire + Safety” or...

Houzeo’s ‘Favorites’ Expands With ‘Collections’ That Helps Alabama Buyers Make Wishlists for Saved Homes
The Collections feature helps buyers in Alabama sort their favorites homes by personal preference and make the home-buying process easy and manageable. BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Houzeo, America's best...

UPDATE – Edustaff Establishes Partnership with Anniston City Schools in Alabama
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edustaff, a national leader in K–12 substitute and support staffing solutions, proudly announces its partnership with Anniston City Schools in Alabama, marking the company’s fourth district...

Secretary of State Wes Allen: “Absentee Ballot Harvesting Is Not Being Tolerated in Alabama.”
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, is providing an election integrity update to Alabama voters following the recent arrests of four individuals charged with absentee ballot harvesting. “The Secretary of State’s Office remains vigilant in its...

Edustaff Establishes First Alabama Partnership with Anniston City Schools
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edustaff, a national leader in K–12 substitute and support staffing solutions, proudly announces its inaugural partnership in Alabama with Anniston City Schools, marking the company’s first...

Alabama Buyers Can Now Make Offers Instantly with Houzeo’s ‘Make an Offer’ Feature
Submit offers in minutes and get updates in real-time—only with Houzeo’s new feature. MONTGOMERY, AL, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Houzeo, America’s Real Estate Super App, is putting Alabama homebuyers in the driver’s...

Hospital-acquired Bedsore and Death Claim Filed Against Alabama Hospitals
Failure to prevent and treat a severe pressure injury highlights poor outcomes without surgical intervention LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- “Our allegations include both a failure to prevent a serious...

Secretary of State Wes Allen Encourages Alabamians to Visit AlabamaVotes.gov Ahead of August 26th Municipal Elections
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, encourages Alabama voters to visit Alabama’s trusted source for election information, AlabamaVotes.gov, before heading to the polls on August 26, 2025. “AlabamaVotes.gov makes several important tools...

Craters & Freighters Nashville Launches Back-to-Campus Shipping Service for Research Labs and Academic Departments
Nashville, North Alabama & South Kentucky university labs can now rely on secure, damage-free shipping for microscopes, robotics & sensitive R&D equipment. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Craters &...

The Dumpster Guy Launches Demolition Services Across Montgomery & Central Alabama
The Dumpster Guy Montgomery delivers safe, reliable demolition services with expert crews and local support for residential and commercial projects. MONTGOMERY, AL, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Dumpster Guy, a trusted...