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5 days ago
- Politics
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Absentee voting now open for the 2025 Municipal Election in Madison
MADISON, Ala. (WHNT) — Absentee Voting is now open for the 2025 Municipal Election in Madison. The City of Madison is encouraging all registered voters who are unable to vote in person to participate by requesting and submitting their absentee ballots. This ensure that anyone who wont be able to vote in person still has an opportunity to make their voices heard. Residents are urged to review eligibility requirements and submit their applications as early as possible to ensure timely processing. To receive an absentee ballot, you can write or visit the Election Manager at the City Clerk's Office. Residents will be able to request an absentee ballot as long as you provide the following: Name and residential address (or other such information to verify voter registration) Ensure that a copy of your valid photo identification is included with the application The election for which the ballot is requested Reason for absence from the polls on election day The address to which the ballot should be mailed Voter signature. (Signature must be original; electronic signatures will not be accepted. If a mark is made in place of a signature, it must be witnessed.) You can click here, to confirm that you are a registered voter at your current address before making an application for absentee voting. Voters can submit the application by mail or commercial carrier. Residents can also submit their applications in person at Madison City Hall (City Clerk's Office) which is located at 100 Hughes Road. A valid photo ID is required. Each application must be submitted in a separate envelope. Multiple applications in the same envelope will not be processed. To learn more about the absentee voting process, click here. To download the absentee ballot application, click here. Municipal elections in Madison will be held on Tuesday, August 26. Polling places will be open for voting from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- General
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Hands Across Decatur extends hours due to heat
DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) — With the heat that's coming this week, Hands Across Decatur will be open with extended hours this week for those who need shelter. HAD, located on 1027 5th Avenue SE in Decatur, will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, July 21. Tuesday through Thursday, they'll be open an hour later, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The shelter is normally closed Friday through Sunday, but HAD says they'll play it by ear, depending on the weather. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to noon. Those wanting to donate to HAD can do so through the following options: Paypal: donate@ Cashapp: $haddecatur Venmo: @Had2Be Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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12-07-2025
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Florence Police adding extra officers downtown after public safety meeting
FLORENCE, Ala. (WHNT) — Florence Police Department held a meeting with all businesses in the downtown area to discuss the needs and wants for extra security. The violent incidents, including a kidnapping and a recent shooting, have local merchants looking for answers from the police department. Residents plead for road to be fixed, say services refuse to use it 'Florence is growing, and with that, you may have problems from time to time,' Florence Deputy Chief Ira Davis said. So, FPD is making some changes. 'We just added higher visibility, more officers out and about,' Davis said. Popular downtown bars are drawing crowds, which can lead to rowdy behavior. Area businesses and law enforcement want to find ways to prevent small incidents from escalating. 'Safe and effective': Pediatrician discusses MMR vaccine amid high measles case numbers 'We can't blame the businesses that are there, all the businesses that we have dealt with have been well in municipal ordinances as well as state law, they're not doing anything wrong, once again, summer time is with a large influx of visitors and Florence is thriving,' Davis said. For now, more officers will be placed downtown, expect more traffic tickets to be written, and police will be keeping an eye out for anyone creating a nuisance and violating local laws. FPD tells News 19 they're going to see how it goes for the next few weeks until they come up with a solid plan for the downtown area. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Politics
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Jay Mitchell announces over $1.25 Million raised during first month of campaign for Alabama AG
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WHNT) — Jay Mitchell announced that he has raised over $1.25 Million since announcing his campaign to be the states next Attorney General. The amount exceeding $1.25 Million was presented in his first campaign finance report submitted to Alabama Secretary of State's Office. 'This early support is humbling and energizing,' said Mitchell. 'It tells me that Alabamians are ready for a conservative fighter who will stand with President Trump and keep Alabama families safe.' Mitchell previously served on the Alabama Supreme Court, where he built a strong record of conservative, constitutional rulings and earned respect across the legal community. Jay Mitchell served as an Associate Justice on the Alabama Supreme Court, where he developed a reputation for clear, principled rulings grounded in the Constitution. A former nationally recognized courtroom attorney, Mitchell is a lifelong Republican, husband, and father of four. He is running for Attorney General to take on a more proactive role in championing Alabama's conservative values and protecting the safety and freedom of its citizens. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Politics
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Check out the list of official candidates running in municipal election in Madison
MADISON, Ala. (WHNT) — The City of Madison has released the official list of candidates that are running in the upcoming municipal election. You can find a full list of candidates below: Mayor Ranae Barnett Margi Daly Steve Smith Council District 1 Maura Wroblewski Council District 2 David Bier Council District 3 Billie Goodson Council District 4 Rachael Homolak Michael McKay Council District 5 Alice Lesmann Council District 6 Karen Denzine Scott Harbour Erica White Council District 7 Kenneth Jackson Joseph D. Siefert II Election Day is scheduled for August 26. If required a run-off election will take place on September 23. The Last day to establish residency to vote in the municipal election is July 27. The last day to register to vote will be on August 11. Tap here for more information regarding municipal elections in the City of Madison. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
