Longtime pastor Terry Glenn “Dude” Smith, dies

August 12, 2026

Terry Glenn “Dude” Smith of Maplesville died July 3. He was 75.

Why is Alabama ranked ‘most dangerous’ state for pregnant women?

August 10, 2026

Alabama is the “most dangerous” state in the country to be pregnant or give birth in, according to a new report. Alabama’s maternal mortality rate

Baptist Nursing Fellowship plans Huntsville summit in October

August 6, 2026

Combining missions and medical care continues to be a guiding force of Baptist Nursing Fellowship. BNF brings together nurses, healthcare providers, missionaries, Bible teachers, worship leaders and community partners each October.

Britt, Tuberville introduce bill to keep postmaster general accountability

August 3, 2026

U.S. Sens. Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., introduced legislation Monday to tie postmaster general pay to the U.S. Postal Service’s performance.

Stolen Civil War-era cannonballs discovered in a passenger’s suitcase at Alabama airport

July 31, 2026

It’s not something you see every day — even at an airport. A routine security screening at Alabama’s Gulf Shores International Airport led to the recovery of five stolen Civil War-era cannonballs hidden in a passenger’s checked suitcase.

Families urge more accountability during annual prison oversight public hearing

July 30, 2026

In an emotionally charged hearing, criminal justice advocates and family members of inmates in Alabama prisons detailed the mistreatment, drug problems and unexplained deaths within the system at the Alabama State House Wednesday (July 29).

Alabama schools continue to lose experienced employees to retirement

July 29, 2026

With schools opening next week across Alabama, many districts are still trying to fill jobs – and new retirement data show they are continuing to lose experienced employees at an elevated rate.