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Bipartisan bill proposes next-gen body armor for female DHS officers

By Jefferson Reporter | May 14, 2024

U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), the Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, and Senator Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at equipping female law enforcement personnel at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with next-generation body armor.

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US Senators advocate for Vulcan in dispute with Mexican government

By Jefferson Reporter | May 13, 2024

U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Tommy Tuberville, Bill Hagerty, and Tim Kaine are persistently advocating for Alabama-based Vulcan Materials Company in its ongoing dispute with the Mexican government. The senators recently penned a letter to Alicia Bárcena, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, urging her to address the Mexican government's alleged mistreatment of Vulcan.

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Senators introduce resolution to recognize 'American Girls in Sports Day

By Jefferson Reporter | May 13, 2024

U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and 20 of their Senate Republican colleagues have introduced a resolution to recognize October 10 as ‘American Girls in Sports Day.’ The resolution also states that “Title IX is under attack by the Biden Administration,” “recognizes the importance of Title IX in protecting biological women in sports,” and “calls on sports-governing bodies in the United States and abroad to protect biological women and girls in sports.”

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Jefferson Reporter | May 12, 2024

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

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Jefferson Reporter area weekly mass times

By Jefferson Reporter | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the Jefferson Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Briarwood student wins 2024 Sixth District Congressional Art Competition

By Jefferson Reporter | May 10, 2024

On May 10, 2024, Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) announced Chloe Lowery, a student at Briarwood Christian High School, as the winner of the Sixth District's 2024 Congressional Art Competition.

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U.S. Senators introduce MOMS Act to support women and strengthen families

By Jefferson Reporter | May 9, 2024

Ahead of Mother’s Day, U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and Kevin Cramer (R-N.Dak.) have introduced the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act. This legislation aims to provide crucial support to women during challenging phases of motherhood, including prenatal, postpartum, and early childhood development periods. It also seeks to enhance access to resources and assistance that will help mothers and their children thrive.

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Representative Gary Palmer criticizes National Public Radio for alleged bias

By Jefferson Reporter | May 8, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) has criticized National Public Radio (NPR) for its alleged ideological bias. His comments followed a House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations hearing titled “Examining Accusations of Ideological Bias at NPR, a Taxpayer Funded News Entity.”

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Former Samford University standout Jordan Moore’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 9

By Jefferson Reporter | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Molly Cobb, former Hewitt-Trussville High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Jefferson Reporter | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

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Kayla Coley-Drayton, former John Carroll Catholic High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Jefferson Reporter | May 8, 2024

They open the tournament against Auburn Montgomery Warhawks.

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Alyssa Butts, former Shades Valley High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Jefferson Reporter | May 8, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 9.

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By Jefferson Reporter | May 5, 2024

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

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Jefferson Reporter area weekly mass times

By Jefferson Reporter | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the Jefferson Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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U.S. Senators Express Concern Over Biden's Plan to Bring Gazan Refugees to the U.S.

By Jefferson Reporter | May 3, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 3, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), alongside 32 of their colleagues, have voiced strong opposition to President Biden's proposed initiative to welcome Gazan refugees into the United States. The Senators have raised significant concerns regarding potential national security risks associated with admitting individuals from Gaza, citing worries about terrorist ties.In a letter addressed to President Biden, the Senators emphasized the need for prioritizing the return of American citizens currently held hostage by Hamas...

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243 coaches at institutions in Jefferson County earned $118,710 on average in 2022

By Jefferson Reporter | May 2, 2024

The highest average coaching salary among institutions in Jefferson County during 2022 was $231,927 at University of Alabama at Birmingham, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Presses Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students on College Campuses

By Jefferson Reporter | May 1, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 1, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) challenged U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the Biden Administration’s efforts to safeguard Jewish students on college campuses across America. Senator Britt expressed concern over the rise in antisemitic incidents on campuses and the lack of decisive action by the administration.Senator Britt, during a Senate Appropriations Committee meeting, emphasized the need for the Department of Education to uphold Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to ensure a safe learning environment for Jewish...

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U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to Protect Kids from Damaging Effects of Social Media

By Jefferson Reporter | May 1, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 1, 2024 – In a bipartisan effort, U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Brian Schatz, Ted Cruz, and Chris Murphy have introduced the Kids Off Social Media Act aimed at safeguarding adolescents from the negative impacts of social media.Senator Britt emphasized the urgency of addressing the mental health crisis linked to social media, stating, “There is no doubt that our country is facing a growing youth mental health crisis that is inextricably tied to the rise of social media usage by children and teenagers.”Senator Schatz echoed these sentiments,...

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Palmer Congratulates Hoover Air Force JROTC On Successful Competition Season

By Jefferson Reporter | Apr 29, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) extended his congratulations to Hoover High School’s Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) for their achievements in the recent competition season. “Congratulations to Hoover High School’s Air Force JROTC on an outstanding competition season,” said Rep. Palmer. He further commended the team's success by stating, “This season, the team brought home 50 trophies from competitions and placed in three events at Nationals. The team’s hard work paid off, and they have made the city of Hoover proud. I look...

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Which former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By Jefferson Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

These former Jefferson Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.