Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:20:03 GMT
The U. S. Supreme Court is expected to rule as soon as Thursday on a suit filed by Shelby County to strike down Section 5 of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Section 5 requires that the Justice Department pre-approveMore >>
The U. S. Supreme Court is expected to rule as soon as Thursday on a suit filed by Shelby County to strike down Section 5 of the 1965 Voting Rights Act.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-06-13 23:20:09 GMT
Summertime is sun, fun, beaches, mountains, swimming pools, golf courses and yes for those in school, a break. But it can also be a special time to create lasting memories for families with children aroundMore >>
Summertime is sun, fun, beaches, mountains, swimming pools, golf courses and yes for those in school, a break. But it can also be a special time to create lasting memories for families with children aroundMore >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-06-11 23:20:09 GMT
The recent Map the Meal Gap report issued by Feeding America highlighted what we at the Montgomery Area Food Bank have been witnessing over the past several years- more families than ever are in need ofMore >>
The recent Map the Meal Gap report issued by Feeding America highlighted what we at the Montgomery Area Food Bank have been witnessing over the past several years- more families than ever are in need ofMore >>
Thursday, June 6 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-06-06 23:20:03 GMT
We think it's important to share and comment on analysis made by reputable organizations regarding important issues that affect Alabamians. The Rand Corporation, as reported by WSFA 12 News earlier thisMore >>
We think it's important to share and comment on analysis made by reputable organizations regarding important issues that affect Alabamians. The Rand Corporation, as reported by WSFA 12 News earlier thisMore >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-06-04 23:20:06 GMT
By know you've heard that ASU's interim President has secured legal counsel for and I quote, "university officials in their personal and official positions regarding the agreed upon procedures of the forensicMore >>
By know you've heard that ASU's interim President has secured legal counsel for and I quote, "university officials in their personal and official positions regarding the agreed upon procedures of the forensicMore >>
Want to reply or make an editorial suggestion? Email Collin Gaston, V.P. & G.M. of WSFA 12 News.More >>
Want to reply or make an editorial suggestion? Email Collin Gaston, V.P. & G.M. of WSFA 12 News.More >>
Labor Day, the first Monday in September each year, constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. That's the "official" definition of this day by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Labor Day to the rest of us is the representation of the end of summer, back to school or one last neighborhood barbeque.
How about those that are out of work here in Alabama – have you thought about what Labor Day means to them? There are approximately 216,000 Alabamians needing jobs right now that will not be looking forward to yet another day off on Monday.
So while it's important to pay tribute to our vital workforces each year on Labor Day let's not miss an opportunity during this day to also reflect on our current state of unemployment here in Alabama.
Governor Bentley - following this long Labor Day weekend let's re-energize a plan that supports job creation, encourages entrepreneurial spirit, cuts red tape and allows Alabamians to put Alabamians back to work. With state unemployment rates at 10% it will be hard enjoying time off knowing so many are struggling – let's change this.
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