Yellowhammer News1d ago
Iran conflict rolls on, Gudger ad confuses many, Ivey is popular, and more on Alabama Politics This Week…
Can President Donald Trump get a political win on Iran if this continues? Why did Alabama State Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger’s supporters put out an ad with a “Godfather” movie reference? Why is Governor Kay Ivey so popular? We break down all of it and more on Alabama Politics This Week, airing on TV, […] The post Iran conflict rolls on, Gudger ad confuses many, Ivey is popular, and more on Alabama Politics This Week… appeared first on Yellowhammer News .
Yellowhammer News3d ago
Alabama is not ‘House of Cards’ – it’s more like ‘Veep’
Too many politicians and consultants act like they’re masterminds straight out of House of Cards, but the reality looks a lot closer to Veep. A recent political mailer tied to gambling interests and backing Alabama State Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger is a perfect example: Are they helping him or hurting him? Gambling interests […] The post Alabama is not ‘House of Cards’ – it’s more like ‘Veep’ appeared first on Yellowhammer News .
Podcast · Birmingham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!5d ago
Winfield's New Fire Station: Faster Responses, Safer Community
Winfield, Alabama secures funding for new fire station, Station Two, to enhance emergency response in a growing area. The station, located near State Highway 129 and Interstate 22, will improve arrival times, potentially lower insurance rates, and accommodate more firefighters. The project, championed by State Representative Garland Gudger, also includes a Grow Our Own program to train future first responders. More details on construction and community impact will follow. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a2246abc3d524e8b
Podcast · Birmingham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!1w ago
Out-of-State PAC Targets Alabama Senator with Godfather Mailer
American Conservative Fund, backed by sports betting money, is influencing Alabama elections with misleading ads targeting State Senate Pro Tem Garlan Gudger. Gudger responds, clarifying his campaigns stance and poking fun at the situation, while voters struggle to distinguish genuine endorsements from outside interference. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d5cbe0236f676f19
Yellowhammer News2w ago
Alabama Legislature passes Beau’s Law, banning unlawful dog tethering statewide
The Alabama Legislature gave final approval Wednesday to SB361, known as Beau’s Law, a bill that bans the unlawful tethering of dogs in Alabama, sending it to Governor Kay Ivey for her signature. The bill, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman), makes it illegal to tether a dog to a stationary object, […] The post Alabama Legislature passes Beau’s Law, banning unlawful dog tethering statewide appeared first on Yellowhammer News .
Alabama Reflector2w ago
Bill prohibiting unlawful dog tethering goes to Gov. Kay Ivey
The Alabama Legislature Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that would ban the unlawful tethering of dogs in the state after a lengthy debate in the Alabama House of Representatives that featured cross-party combinations on both sides of the law. SB 361, sponsored by President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, makes it illegal to […]
Yellowhammer News2w ago
Ainsworth honored at surprise reception as final legislative session in office nears end
Alabama’s second-highest elected official was honored last week at a surprise reception as his final legislative session in office nears its conclusion. Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth (R-Guntersville) was recognized during a surprise reception organized by his family, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter, and Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger ahead of what is expected to be […] The post Ainsworth honored at surprise reception as final legislative session in office nears end appeared first on Yellowhammer News .
Yellowhammer News1mo ago
Gudger introduces ‘Power To The People Act’ to give Alabamians more control over utility oversight
Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) unveiled the “Power To The People Act” Tuesday in the form of HB360, a bill that would expand the Alabama Public Service Commission from three seats to seven, require all seats to be elected by the public, and freeze utility rate increases until 2029. State Sen. Clyde […] The post Gudger introduces ‘Power To The People Act’ to give Alabamians more control over utility oversight appeared first on Yellowhammer News .
Yellowhammer News1mo ago
Alabama Senate Pro Tem declares PSC reform bill dead, state needs ‘battle plan’ to crush Soros-funded ‘environmental extremists’
Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) issued a statement Wednesday afternoon regarding proposed legislation that would transition the Alabama Public Service Commission from a regulatory agency whose members are elected by a statewide vote to one that is appointed by the governor, legislative leaders, and subject to confirmation. RELATED: Why is an onslaught […] The post Alabama Senate Pro Tem declares PSC reform bill dead, state needs ‘battle plan’ to crush Soros-funded ‘environmental extremists’ appeared first on Yellowhammer News .
Yellowhammer News2mo ago
State leaders unveil Alabama Veterans Resource Center in Montgomery, announce first executive director
The Alabama Veterans Resource Center held a ribbon cutting Wednesday for its new Montgomery office on Dexter Avenue and announced Alex Karagas as the organization’s first executive director. Governor Kay Ivey, Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman), House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville), U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), State Sen. Andrew Jones (R-Centre), Alabama Power […] The post State leaders unveil Alabama Veterans Resource Center in Montgomery, announce first executive director appeared first on Yellowhammer News .