By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MONTGOMERY, Ala— In an official press conference at the state house, Agricultural & Industries Commissioner John McMillan, Senator Paul Bussman (R-Cullman), and Representative Ken Johnson (R-Moulton) announced…
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Mentone loses historical tree
Featured image: The tree at the Mentone Inn has greeted visitors at the top of the mountain for the last century By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MENTONE, Ala— For almost a century,…
Renowned local artist sets up shop in The Spot
By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com FORT PAYNE, Ala— The large, hand-painted sign that hangs above Gault Avenue marking Fort Payne’s favorite coffee shop has quickly become synonymous with the revitalization efforts in…
The Spot rolls out new food trailer
By Tyler Pruett FORT PAYNE, Ala.— One of Dekalb County’s favorite coffee shops and eateries is happy to announce they will be expanding and going mobile. The Spot, located on the…
The “SEC Primary” delivers on expectations
By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com ALABAMA, USA— This presidential primary was one unlike any other in recent memory for our state. Alabama saw visits from every major candidate of both parties. While…
Senate establishes Minimum Wage Uniformity
Senator Waggoner says that creating predictability and consistency helps economic growth By Tyler Pruett tyler@southerntorch.com MONTGOMERY, Ala.— The Alabama Senate acted this week to encourage economic growth and job creation by…
Sen. Phil Williams endorses Marco Rubio for president
Guest editorial by Alabama Sen. Phil Williams The following editorial was submitted one day prior to Alabama’s Super Tuesday Primary By: Alabama Sen. Phil Williams EVERY VOTE COUNTS….EVERY SINGLE ONE. HERE…
Veteran's group ejected from Trump rally
By Tyler Pruett MADISON, Ala— A group of U.S. military veterans was ejected from presidential hopeful Donald Trump’s recent campaign rally in Madison. Zach Choate, a spokesman for the veterans’ group,…