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Lottery may be coming to Alabama ballot

Published on Wednesday, 14 February 2024 18:50

Governor Kay Ivey recently held the State of the State address. Ivey began by reminding Alabamians that on March 5, Alabama will head to the polls to vote in Alabama’s Primary Election, which is significant this year as we are now one of the earliest states in the nation and included among those on Super Tuesday.

Fishing tip of the week

Published on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 09:58

Worm Fishing in the Winter
By Mike Gerry

Worm fishing in cold water is not always my go to bait, but there are some ideas I have to make it more productive. I really believe winter fishing comes down to a few key productive presentations. As always wintertime can be frustrating, so patience is important no matter what bait your fishing.

Love shouldn’t hurt-ever

Published on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 09:56

Season of Love
by Teresia Smith

It’s the month we celebrate Valentine’s Day and it can be a painful and uncomfortable time for many. Women especially feel a lot of pressure to be in a relationship during this season. Much of that comes from believing that they are not socially acceptable if they are not in a romantic relationship.

Thoughts from The Bible

Published on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 09:53

A Particular Love That Encourages the Soul
by Joey Carroll Corinth Missionary Baptist Church

Last week we considered the difference between man’s love and God’s love. Man’s love is almost always a “because of” love, and God’s love is always an “in spite of” love. God’s love is selfless and serving that genuinely seeks the good of the one loved.