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Governor Kay Ivey required medical attention on eve of election

Staff Writer November 4, 2024

Governor Kay Ivey was campaigning in the final days leading up to Tuesday’s general election for congressional candidate Caroleene Dobson when paramedics had to be called to treat her for what her office is saying was dehydration. The event was being held at Sweet Creek Farm Market in Pike Road, on Sunday when paramedics were called. In a statement provided to AL.Com, Ivey’s office said, “While campaigning for Caroleene Dobson at an event this evening, the governor got dehydrated. She received fluids and was evaluated on site out of precaution. She immediately felt better and is at home doing well this evening.” ABC’s Channel 8, WAKA, has released a video of

Governor Kay Ivey applauds DOJ indictment of two Sudanese nationals in Alabama cyberattack

Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday applauded the federal indictment of two Sudanese nationals after their involvement in a cyberattack on Alabama, as well as hospitals, government facilities and other critical infrastructure around the world. Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Justice unsealed that a federal grand jury charged two individuals with operating and controlling Anonymous Sudan, an online cybercriminal group responsible for tens of thousands of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. In March 2024, pursuant to court-authorized seizure warrants, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and FBI seized and disabled Anonymous Sudan’s powerful DDoS tool, which the group allegedly used to perform DDoS attacks, and sold as a

Kay Ivey demands answers on migrants flown to states

Bethany Blankley - The Center Square October 15, 2024

Kay Ivey has joined a group of twenty-four additional Republican governors who want to know how many illegal foreign nationals have been flown into their states by a Biden-Harris administration plan they argue is burdening their residents and creating an unsafe environment. Those being flown in have arrived through more than a dozen parole programs created by U.S. Department of Homeland Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The governors only inquired about one: the CHNV parole program, created to fast track previously inadmissible citizens of Cuba, Honduras, Nicaragua and Venezuela moving into the country. According to the latest U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, 530,000 CHNV parolees were released into the

Paul DeMarco: Kay Ivey ensures Alabama assist Hurricane recovery efforts in Appalachia

Paul DeMarco October 11, 2024

Paul DeMarco: Governor Kay Ivey should call a Special Session to address crime

Paul DeMarco July 13, 2024

Violent crime in our state continues to get worse. In Birmingham alone, homicides are up by 15 percent after the first six months of the year. And look at Montgomery, where homicides have increased by 93 percent over the past five years. There is no question public safety has become the number one problem in this state and is not being addressed at the local level. Thus, it will be up to state leaders to strengthen the Alabama’s criminal justice system. This past Spring, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry called a special session to address the horrific crime rates that have made some of the cities in his state some of

Gov. Kay Ivey visits Atmore on her statewide broadband tour

Brandon Moseley December 14, 2023

On Wednesday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) visited Atmore Community Hospital in Escambia County on the third stop on her broadband tour. Ivey stressed the importance of high-speed internet in allowing Alabamians to access telehealth services while highlighting the progress in broadband projects across the state. “Broadband availability is not just for our convenience – it is a lifeline, particularly evident in telehealth services,” said Gov. Ivey. “For thousands of Alabamians in rural areas, telehealth bridges the gap to medical facilities, and without broadband, this vital resource remains out of reach for many,” said Governor Ivey. “I am proud to say Alabama remains committed to expanding our digital infrastructure, aiming to

Gov. Kay Ivey says Alabama is making progress on expanding digital infrastructure

Brandon Moseley December 5, 2023

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) on Monday continued her broadband tour with an event at Cullman Electric Cooperative in Cullman County. Ivey discussed upcoming broadband projects in Cullman and Winston counties. “Our presence in Cullman County today underscores our commitment to providing access to high-speed internet for every Alabamian,” said Gov. Ivey. “The remarkable strides made here, supported by the Alabama Broadband Accessibility Fund and Cullman Electric Cooperative, signify our dedication to connecting unserved residents. This milestone represents our journey towards statewide connectivity, demonstrating that when one community gains access, we all move closer to a more connected and prosperous Alabama.” Ivey was joined by Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Director Kenneth Boswell, Cullman

Kay Ivey breaks ground at second broadband stop, signaling digital infrastructure progress

Staff Writer December 5, 2023

On Monday, Gov. Kay Ivey made a second stop on her broadband tour at Cullman Electric Cooperative in Cullman County, discussing upcoming broadband projects in Cullman and Winston counties. Following the program, Governor Ivey, speakers, and residents of Cullman and Winston counties participated in a ceremonial groundbreaking. “Our presence in Cullman County today underscores our commitment to providing access to high-speed internet for every Alabamian. The remarkable strides made here, supported by the Alabama Broadband Accessibility Fund (ABAF) and Cullman Electric Cooperative, signify our dedication to connecting unserved residents,” said Governor Ivey. “This milestone represents our journey towards statewide connectivity, demonstrating that when one community gains access, we all move

Gov. Kay Ivey to light state Christmas Tree Friday night

Brandon Moseley December 1, 2023

On Friday, Gov. Kay Ivey will light the Capitol Christmas tree. The theme of this year’s ceremony is “Every Light a Prayer for Peace.” The official state Christmas tree is a 45-foot Eastern Red Cedar from Coosa County. The wars between Israel and Hamas and between Ukraine and Russia have made this Christmas more of a somber one. The Governor will be joined at the annual tree lighting ceremony by Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Rick Pate, Brigadier General William Freeman, Garden Club of Alabama officials, and other distinguished guests and community leaders. Ivey wrote on X, “Holiday spirit is in the air with the arrival of the state Christmas

Personnel update: Kay Ivey appoints General David Pritchett as next leader of Alabama National Guard

Brandon Moseley December 1, 2023

On Thursday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced the retirement of Major General Sheryl Gordon. Ivey has appointed Brigadier General David Pritchett to replace Gordon as the head of the Alabama National Guard. Ivey commended General Gordon for her distinguished leadership as the adjutant general of the Alabama National Guard over the last six years. Gordon has led the Alabama National Guard since Governor Ivey appointed her in 2017. Ivey credited Gordon with helping land the F-35 Fighter Jets, providing security at the Southern Border, and responding in times of crisis. General Gordon ensured the Alabama National Guard always stood ready. “In 2017, when I tapped General Gordon to serve as adjutant general of the

Kay Ivey announces progress in expanding broadband infrastructure

Brandon Moseley November 29, 2023

On Tuesday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) kicked off her broadband tour at Oakman Middle School in Walker County. Ivey announced the statewide progress being made in expanding high-speed internet. “As I’ve said many times, our mission to give all Alabamians the ability to access high-speed internet is a journey, not a short trip,” said Gov. Ivey. “I’m proud to say that we’re making great progress across the state, providing more Alabamians with the infrastructural resources required when it comes to 21st-century success in education, health care, business, and the normalcies of everyday life. Expanding our digital infrastructure remains a critical priority for the Ivey Administration.” Ivey was joined at the event by Alabama

John Wahl thanks Kay Ivey for her recommendations to the library board

Brandon Moseley November 21, 2023

Alabama Public Library Service Board member John Wahl released a statement thanking Alabama Governor Kay Ivey for her efforts to protect children from sexually explicit content and her recommendations to the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board at Thursday’s APLS Board meeting. Governor Ivey’s proposed amendments moved forward after a motion from Wahl and a unanimous vote in favor by the APLS Board. The rule changes will still require a final vote after an upcoming mandatory public comment period, but if passed, will address policies related to the physical location and relocation of sexually explicit material in order for public libraries to receive state funds. “I am thankful for Kay Ivey’s work to address

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