83.8% of Coosa County residents old enough to vote in 2021
Of the 10,442 citizens living in Coosa County in 2021, 83.8% were old enough to vote, equating to 8,746 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
Rep. Mike Gallagher Addresses Challenges in Digital Modernization at DOD Hearing
Washington, D.C.– U.S. Representative Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Chairman of the Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation Subcommittee, highlighted the challenges facing the Department of Defense in digital modernization and transformation at a recent hearing.Rep. Gallagher emphasized the importance of embracing new technology and transitioning to an innovation-first approach within the Department of Defense. He expressed concern over the pace at which the Department is progressing, stating, "No one expects the Pentagon to turn on a dime, but I don’t think any member...
ROGERS OPENING STATEMENT AT HEARING ON NATIONAL SECURITY CHALLENGES IN THE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered a detailed account of the national security challenges facing the United States in the Middle East and Africa during a recent committee hearing. Rogers expressed concern over the escalating tensions and threats in the regions, particularly highlighting the actions of Iran and its proxies.Rogers emphasized the importance of supporting Israel in its fight against terrorism, stating, "Israel has a right to defend itself and it has a moral obligation to ensure...
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- U.S. Representative Mike Rogers Addresses National Security Challenges in the Indo-Pacific Region
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- Tallapoosa County residents have median age of 45 by 2021
- Median age of Talladega County residents is 42
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LUTTRELL OPENING STATEMENT AT HEARING ON SOFTWARE ACQUISITION AT DOD
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) delivered the following opening remarks at a hearing on the integral role of software in Department of Defense systems and how to acquire and deploy it for rapid innovation. Rep. Luttrell’s remarks as prepared for delivery:"We are here today to discuss one of the most critical enablers within the U.S. arsenal, and that is software," emphasized U.S. Representative Morgan Luttrell, highlighting the importance of software in military operations in various domains."Like it or not, the software that the warfighter...
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Rep. Trent Kelly Raises Concerns Over Air Force Projection Forces Aviation Programs and Capabilities
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Trent Kelly (R-MS), Chairman of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, expressed his concerns during a hearing on Air Force projection forces aviation programs and capabilities related to the President’s FY25 budget request.Kelly highlighted the importance of projection forces in today's global landscape, stating, "More than ever projection forces play an important part in the growing threats around the world. I know saying that has become somewhat of a cliché, but I have never seen a threat as great as it is today. In the...
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Rep. Mike Rogers Highlights National Security Challenges in the Americas
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, recently addressed national security challenges in North and South America during a hearing. Rogers emphasized various concerns during his opening statement.Rogers began by stating, "Today we begin our fiscal year 2025 posture hearings with NORTHCOM and SOUTHCOM." He highlighted China's increasing influence in the region, specifically mentioning a new $3.6 billion mega port in Peru financed and operated by Chinese entities. Rogers expressed concerns about China's efforts to diminish...
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LAMBORN OPENING STATEMENT AT HEARING ON U.S. AND ADVERSARY HYPERSONIC CAPABILITIES
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Doug Lamborn (R-CO), Chairman of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, addressed a hearing on U.S. and adversary hypersonic capabilities. In his opening remarks, Lamborn welcomed the witnesses and expressed gratitude for their service. He emphasized the urgency of the hypersonic capabilities issue, noting the rapid developments by China and Russia in the field.Lamborn acknowledged the challenges faced by the joint Army Navy program and the Air Force in their hypersonic programs, urging the witnesses to share their plans to overcome...
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ROGERS: BIDEN DEFENSE BUDGET FAILS TO KEEP PACE WITH INFLATION & ADVERSARIES
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, expressed concerns about President Biden's budget for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). Rogers stated, "The President’s budget request complies with the mandated numbers of the FRA. Unfortunately, this defense topline number fails to keep pace with inflation and our adversaries."Rogers emphasized the importance of building the defense budget to deter threats facing the nation, stating, "I have been saying this for some time now – our defense budget should be built with the...
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WITTMAN OPENING STATEMENT AT HEARING ON ARMY AVIATION MODERNIZATION
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Representative Rob Wittman (R-VA) delivered opening remarks at a hearing on the U.S. Army’s modernization plans in aviation programs. Wittman emphasized the importance of maintaining situational awareness on the battlefield, stating, "the demand for maintaining consistent and clear situational awareness is insatiable on the modern battlefield." He highlighted the need for the Army to adapt to a battlefield filled with unmanned systems, stressing the necessity for modernization to meet future demands.Wittman expressed particular interest in the...
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Congress to Improve Military Housing Conditions, Promises Chairman Mike Rogers
Chairman Mike Rogers, along with Rep. Mike Waltz, Rep. Jim Banks, and Rep. Don Bacon, raised concerns about the deplorable conditions in military barracks. They highlighted issues such as sewage overflows, gas leaks, mold, brown tap water, extreme temperatures, and pest infestations that servicemembers have had to endure.In response to the distressing findings, Chairman Rogers and his colleagues from the House Armed Services Committee have taken action to address the substandard housing conditions faced by military personnel. They emphasized the urgency of improving the...
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Free Play at the Carver Community Center! on Mar. 6
Free Play at the Carver Community Center!
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Line Dancing at Carver Community Center on Mar. 6
Line Dancing at Carver Community Center
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