The national debt of our country now stands at a staggering $23 trillion.  By failing to act, we are placing an unearned and undeserved burden on our children and grandchildren.  That … more

Even after New Year’s celebrations have died down, the beginning of the year is a time to reflect on the past and set goals for the year to come. I’m proud of all that we’ve … more

Even though there are more Baptists than Methodists in Alabama, historically Methodists have held more of the prominent political posts in the Heart of Dixie. If you look closely at these … more

The holidays bring many traditions in Alabama -- gathering with family and friends, the Iron Bowl, giving thanks for all that we share. But for many men and women the holidays also mean the start of … more

Last month a new talk show debuted, The Melanie Robinson Show, and the ads leading up to the first show was the host saying, “I care about you.”. In today’s world when some-one says I care … more

With the cotton harvest upon us in LA (Lower Alabama), I remembered a short memoir my oldest son wrote for his grandmother, Mom Dot, on her 91st birthday (two years ago). It is a beautiful tribute … more

Alabama is in good hands with John McMillan. A good man is in the job of State Treasurer of Alabama for the third straight quadrennium. Young Boozer served two successive four-year terms from … more

Early speculation on the 2020 U.S. Senate race had state senator, Del Marsh, listed as a potential GOP aspirant. He had considered making a plunge into the Special Election contest for Jeff … more

Right now Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and other minority-serving institutions across the country are facing a disastrous financial cliff, all because the Senate has failed to … more

Opportunities Abound! Did you miss the opportunity to attend the United Nations Ambassador of the Arts, Ibyinka Alao’s Seminar this week? You will not want to miss the finale of his Baldwin County … more