Columns

(Ask the Doctors) Tapering is key when easing off opiodis

Dear Doctors: I am going to have a major abdominal surgery. My doctor says it is likely that…

Columns

(Column) State auditor office will be open in 2026

The 2026 election season has begun. It is our big election year in Alabama politics. All our Constitutional…

Opinion

(Sense and sensitivity) Girlfriend’s reality check stuns partner

Dear Harriette: I just got a reality check from my girlfriend. She left me. In our last argument,…

Columns

(Toni Says) ‘Working’ 10-year rule when applying for Medicare

Dear Toni: In February, my husband, James, was laid off and decided to apply for an individual health…

Columns

(Dave Says) Think with your head (and a calculator), not your heart

Dear Dave: How do you feel about the leasing programs automotive manufacturers offer their employees? I’ve listened to…

Opinion

(On Religion) Into year 37, there’s more to religion news than politics

To no one’s surprise, 83% of white evangelical voters backed President Donald Trump in 2024, consistent with voting…

Columns

(Ask the Doctors) Umbilical cord blood harbors beneficial stem cells

Dear Doctors: My fiance and I plan to have kids someday. I was wondering if it would be…

Columns

(Sense and Sensitivity) Runners encourage friend to train for marathon

DEAR HARRIETTE: All of my friends are into running, and lately they’ve been talking about training for a…

Opinion

(Column) The political fun and games begin in 2026

The 2026 election season has begun. It is our big election year in Alabama politics. All our Constitutional…

Opinion

(On Religion) ‘One thing’ about lent in America

When it comes to pulling Catholics into pews, Christmas rites top the list — followed by a tie…