January 5, 2006 RSS feed / Editorials

Alabama headed in positive direction

Guest Column

As I travel around the state speaking to civic clubs, business groups and others, my favorite theme is the positive direction Alabama is headed. More...

Letters to the Editor

Washington County BOE should be commended for adhering to OMA

On Oct. 1, the new Alabama Open Meetings Act (OMA) became law. It is part of several laws designed to make government more transparent and accountable to citizens. More...

Alabama’s 1986 governor’s race changed our political landscape

Alabama Scene

Of the 14 gubernatorial elections I have covered or been involved there is no doubt that none was quite so significant as 1986. It changed forever the political landscape in Alabama. More...

New year brings new challenges

Legislative Report

The first days of the New Year are a time of reflection and expectation. Looking back to the year that has passed and taking pride in accomplishments and learning from mistakes helps to plan for the year ahead. More...