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No offense to the cat-lovers, but we are especially fond of dogs. It is simply man's BEST friend. Your wife may abandon you. Your friends may abandon you. Even family can leave you high and dry. That little ball of fur (or big ball in some cases) will always be there for you.

"STRANGER THINGS" is one of my all-time favorite shows. It can be very, very fascinating in many cases. Yet, this time, I can honestly say that I have been left speechless.

Perception is reality. Actually, it's often not even close. It can be a reason why it takes plenty of time and hard work to change how the community sees our city schools. One thing is abundantly clear. Westlawn Middle School is in great hands with Principal Atkins at the helm. It takes very little time to see her incredible passion and heart for the students at Westlawn Middle School.

They become a huge part of our families and lives. The industry associated with "companion animals" is a rather large one. In America, estimates show 86.9 million households have at least one pet. In 2023, over $147 billion was spent on the pets we love.

How much do we appreciate our Alabama first responders? Well, just talk to someone who had a life-saving experience with a local first responder. Now, we can put our money where our mouth is and give back to our first responders. Who is invited?

Earlier this week, I had lunch at a new restaurant called Cajun Cafe in Eutaw, Alabama. The story of this new hot spot is really unique. The owner of Cajun Cafe is a former Gulf Coast shrimp boat captain. I would say that makes her pretty knowledgeable when it comes to the freshest seafood.

Watching the video makes my heart sink. How can anyone do that on purpose? I have never seen anything quite like this and maybe you have not seen it.

The venom from these eight legged creatures is extremely fatal, according to Alabama arachnologists. Did you know that 5 of these deadly spiders reside here in Alabama?

This sounds like a joke. However, it appears to be 100% real. I love how this stuff makes ALL of Alabama look to folks around the USA. It seems pretty dang silly.

Don't get me started on a dozen eggs. Thank God, Alabama, happens to be home to two of the "most affordable grocery stores in America". Yes, of course, you can find a bunch of supposed "hacks" to save some money on your food bills.