Opinion


Railroad consolidation: Proof, not promises, needed
Columnists, Opinion
August 19, 2026
Few things are more important to Alabama’s economy than a reliable freight rail system. Our manufacturers depend on it. Our farmers depend on it. Our ...
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Editorials, Opinion
August 19, 2026
In an era when hospitals, pipelines and school districts have all fallen victim to cyberattacks, it’s reassuring to learn Russellville’s water supply ...
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First Baptist Church celebrates 159 years
Columnists, News, Opinion
HERE AND NOW
August 19, 2026
Russellville First Baptist Church earlier this month celebrated 159 years of existence. At the annual homecoming celebration, we welcomed many new and...
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Editorials, Opinion
August 12, 2026
The district attorney’s office and school administrators in Franklin County and Russellville are participating in a program which aims to address trua...
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Alabama must champion spirit of civics education
Columnists, News, Opinion
August 12, 2026
Alabama has earned some well-deserved credit for taking steps to combat civic amnesia. State law mandates that students pass a 100-question citizenshi...
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AERA holds annual district meeting
Columnists, Opinion
HERE AND NOW
August 12, 2026
Retired educators may have left the classroom, but they certainly have not stopped serving their communities.
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RC&D continues making a difference
Columnists, Opinion
HERE AND NOW
August 5, 2026
I’ve seen firsthand the difference the Northwest Alabama Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D) can make. One reason I continue to appre...
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We must recommit to principles of freedom
Columnists, Opinion
July 29, 2026
Alabama’s commemoration of America’s 250th birthday was never intended to be confined to a single event, institution, or location. From the beginning,...
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Editorials, Opinion
July 29, 2026
Alabama Community College System’s Director of Adult Education Nick Moore had some interesting comments for the 90 students who completed requirements...
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