Ann Bedsole News Today

Here's a roundup of some fun and educational things to do in coastal Alabama this week.

As one of the founding mothers of Alabamas Republican Party, Ann Bedsole speaks candidly about the foibles of George Wallace, Guy Hunt and more.

The Alabama School of Mathematics and Science in Mobile, during its 30th anniversary week, honored its founder -- Ann Bedsole, the first woman ever elected to the Alabama State Senate -- with an honorary degree during a luncheon at the school's cafeteria.

Bedsole, 93, was the first woman elected to the Alabama State Senate in 1982. During her tenure in office, she is credited with the founding of the Alabama School for Mathematics and Science. The school, based in Mobile, celebrates its 30th anniversary this week.

This week, Don reviews "Leave Your Footprint" by Ann Bedsole.

Funeral services to honor the life of William “Bill” Lee Entz, whose invitation convinced a U.S. President to visit Dothan, are set for Friday.

Attendees arrived at Little River State Forest Friday morning for a Learn and Burn, which was hosted by Alabama Forestry Commission officials.

Rep. Steve McMillan to retire 41 years and thousands of pages of legislation marks one of the longest tenures in the Alabama House Posted By Allison Marlow Last week State Rep. Steve McMillan announced that he would not run for another term in the Alabama House of Representatives. The decision marks the twilight of a 41-year career in Montgomery. McMillan represents State House District No. 95, which includes Barnwell, Bon Secour, Elberta, Foley, Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, Josephine, Lillian...