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Secretary of State Wes Allen Partners with the Department of Homeland Security to Identify and Remove Noncitizens from Alabama’s Voter File
Alabama Secretary of State
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July 16, 2025
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHS-USCIS) to gain access to the Systematic Alien Verification for...
Secretary of State Wes Allen Testifies Before US House of Representatives on Alabama Election Security
Alabama Secretary of State
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July 16, 2025
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, testified before the United States House of Representatives Committee on House Administration’s Subcommittee on Elections in a hearing titled, “Revisiting the 2024 Elections with Secretaries of State”...
Governor Ivey Marks the Calendar for Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, Encourages Alabama Families to Stock Up on School Supplies
Office of Alabama Governor
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July 14, 2025
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday encouraged Alabamians to begin preparing for the upcoming academic year by participating in Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday. The tax-free period will run from Friday, July 18 through...
Montgomery Theater Announces Leadership Transition
EIN Presswire
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July 11, 2025
Montgomery Theater will mark a significant milestone as it transitions leadership for the first time, with the role of Artistic Director changing hands. SOUDERTON, PA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In July 2025, Montgomery...
Whole-Body Wins: Sparrow Health & Performance Secures 2025 Best of Alabama Award
EIN Presswire
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July 12, 2025
BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, July 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sparrow Health & Performance, Alabama’s leading natural-first health and wellness clinic, has been named a 2025 Best of Alabama winner, honoring their innovative approach to...
Attorney General Bird Leads Coalition Supporting Florida’s Immigration Enforcement Laws
State of Iowa Office of the Attorney General
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July 8, 2025
DES MOINES-- Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced yesterday she is leading an 18-state coalition supporting Florida’s law to help enforce immigration law. Like Iowa, Florida adopted a law that mirrors federal law—if an illegal alien commits...
Stanton Optical Brings Affordable Eye Care to Dothan, Alabama
EIN Presswire
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July 4, 2025
Now open: Same-day eye exams and glasses, expert care, and two pairs for just $79 DOTHAN, AL, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Stanton Optical, a national leader in accessible and affordable eye care, proudly announces the grand...
UNCF Kicks Off Nation’s Largest Walk for Education Season to Support HBCUs and Students
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 3, 2025
Washington, DC, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Starting Aug. 2, 2025, through Oct. 18, 2025, UNCF will be hosting 14 Walk for Education events throughout the country to support historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUS) and help...
Gov. Ivey awards $2.7 million to help domestic violence and sexual abuse victims in central Alabama
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling $2.7 million to help nonprofit organizations in central Alabama provide support to victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. The organizations offer services including 24-hour crisis...
Governor awards $175,000 to support work of Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY— A nonprofit organization will continue supporting domestic violence victims statewide with help from $175,000 awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey. The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence, a nonprofit agency based in Montgomery, will use...
Governor awards grants to help abuse victims in west Alabama
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded four grants totaling $852,912 to serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse in west Alabama. The grants will help cover an array of services such as emergency shelter, counseling,...
Gov. Ivey awards grants to help north Alabama K-12 students access science and technology programs, computer equipment
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey announced $784,991 in Appalachian Regional Commission grants to support programs and purchase new equipment that will help students in six public school systems learn skills and technology needed for success in the...
Governor announces grant to expand Bevill State’s EMT training program in northwest Alabama
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Robert Bentley has announced an $81,200 Appalachian Regional Commission grant to help more students qualify for jobs as emergency medical technicians in Pickens, Fayette, Marion and Walker counties. Bevill State Community College...
Governor awards public safety equipment grant to University of North Alabama
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY— Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a grant totaling more than $20,000 to improve community safety at the University of North Alabama (UNA). The Police and Community Safety Project at UNA will provide ballistic vests and other equipment...
Governor announces grant to strengthen workforce in west Alabama
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
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July 1, 2025
Advancement minded workers and out-of-school youth in six west Alabama counties will have the opportunity to obtain new skills and training to land them rewarding jobs in high-demand fields thanks to a $150,000 grant announced by Gov. Robert...
Secretary of State Wes Allen Urges DHS to Improve Citizenship Verification for Voter Registration
Alabama Secretary of State
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July 16, 2025
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, has joined 20 other conservative Secretaries of State in writing to the Trump-appointed Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, requesting that needed improvements to the Systematic Alien Verifications...
Palmetto Moon’s 50th Store Grand Opening Set for July 26 at Pier Park North
EIN Presswire
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July 16, 2025
PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Palmetto Moon is officially counting down the days until the Grand Opening of its 50th store, and the team is pulling out all the stops to make it a celebration to...
Governor Ivey Announces Vaquito, the Work Zone Safety Dog, as Honorary ALEA Trooper
Office of Alabama Governor
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July 14, 2025
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the newest addition to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Vaquito the work zone safety dog. Vaquito delivered the oath of office and was officially sworn in as an honorary ALEA Trooper...
Wedbush Securities Welcomes Daniel Shea as Managing Director of Consumer & Diversified Industries Investment Banking
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 17, 2025
LOS ANGELES, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wedbush Securities, a prominent financial services firm, has hired Daniel Shea as Managing Director in its Consumer & Diversified Industries Investment Banking group. In this role, Shea will play a...
Governor Ivey Announces 58 New First Class Pre-K Classrooms for the 2025-2026 School Year
Office of Alabama Governor
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July 11, 2025
MONTGOMERY — Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced 58 new first class Pre-K classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year. The continued expansion of the state’s nationally recognized program in partnership with the Alabama Department of Early...