HB86 would require Alabama’s parole board to positively consider rehabilitation, low recidivism risk, work, and education when reviewing parole decisions. By Mary Claire Wooten One piece of criminal justice legislation…
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Legislation seeking mandatory countywide and statewide general election audits was prefiled, requiring probate judges to oversee the auditing process. By Alex Jobin During the 2025 Legislative Session, state Rep. Debbie…
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The significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day ( a federal holiday) celebrates his life, legacy, and contributions to civil rights. Each year’s themes, often called a “day on, not…
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Where do little boys’ & girls’ tears go? On Christmas day. .. All the snow is falling as tears of yesterday, so dear, oh dear, I love you ..deep, sublime…
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(Isaiah 43:19) The Bible tells us, “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” These words are especially meaningful as we step into…
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Laura Benson “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to one and despise the other.”…
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The symptoms can be easy to miss — your liver can be in trouble long before things feel serious. Know what to watch for. Written by Paul…
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An African proverb reminds us, “No one tests the depth of a river with both feet.” It is a warning passed down through generations—one that speaks to wisdom, patience, and survival. As…
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Ingredients 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese 1 (16-ounce) can chili without beans 1 (16-ounce) package mild or sharp cheddar cheese, shredded green onions, optional, to taste, chopped, for garnish tortilla chips, optional, to taste, for serving…
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Filing for bankruptcy in 1875 could have ended H.J. Heinz’s vision, but the public humiliation became a catalyst for global success. By Will Sellers Will Sellers is an associate justice…
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