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Center Point, Alabama residents express budget concerns at city council meeting, urging leaders to prioritize community needs over employee bonuses. City Council President Glenn Williams explains that the longevity pay resolution cannot be rescinded, but promises to tighten finances and focus on projects that benefit the city. Residents hope for more transparency on spending as money worries persist. Checkout Solipillow.com

New Mayor Rob Sims of Lipscomb faces a challenging transition, inheriting a hot mess from predecessor Tanja Baldwin. Sims reveals city debt, a state audit, and public safety concerns. Despite criticism, hes committed to fixing issues, but Lipscomb has a long road ahead. Checkout Solipillow.com

Experience the symphony of winter nights in Alabama as chorus frogs like the Upland Chorus Frog, Spring Peeper, Leopard Frog, and American Toad gather in loud groups to attract mates. Conservation biologist Mark Bailey describes the overwhelming, high-pitched trill of the Ornate Chorus Frog, peaking in December. However, less rain this year may delay breeding, and habitat loss has shrunk their ranges. Despite these challenges, these frogs continue to create a natural symphony, one of the few times they can be spotted or heard. Checkout Solipillow.com

Cold Stone Creamery is expanding in Birmingham, aiming to open six locations in the next three years. Theyre seeking franchise partners, with an initial fee of $27,000. The brand, with nearly 1,500 shops worldwide, is excited to support local entrepreneurs. For more details, visit their website. Checkout Solipillow.com

Volovecky Masonry, a family-run business in Baldwin County, faces shutdown due to illegal immigrants undercutting prices and stealing jobs. Owner Johnnie Volovecky laments the lack of action against this issue, as federal raids only temporarily disrupt the problem. He refuses to hire undocumented labor, leaving his business struggling financially and emotionally. Amidst this uncertainty, finding a moment of peace becomes crucial. Checkout Solipillow.com

Joey Clarks latest column reminds us that Christmas isnt just about hearing the good news, but living it out. He warns against getting lost in holiday distractions and modern sins, urging us to focus on Jesus, the Nativity, and Gods grace for true freedom and peace. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alabama State Senator Tim Orr criticizes SNAP benefits, arguing theyve strayed from their original purpose. He points out the programs role in fueling obesity and related health issues, leading to increased Medicaid costs. Orr advocates for a stricter SNAP program, similar to WIC, limiting benefits to essentials like dairy, bread, fruits, vegetables, and meat. He plans to reintroduce a bill banning candy and soft drinks in Alabama, given the nations mounting debt. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alabamas oyster harvesting season ends early due to conservation concerns, with officials closing down to protect reefs. The season, which started in October, saw fewer harvestable oysters than last year, impacted by stressors like low salinity and high water temperatures. Generational harvesters report a sharp decline in reefs over the past thirty years, blaming dredging operations. However, restoration efforts are underway, with plans to release five hundred thousand oysters back into the bay by 2027. Checkout Solipillow.com

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joins coalition to support Floridas law banning sexually explicit books in K-12 schools, arguing it protects taxpayers from age-inappropriate content. Checkout Solipillow.com