Good morning, Montgomery.

Alabama Power is upgrading its digital systems, so customers cannot access online accounts until Sept.

7 (disconnections are paused and bill due dates extended) and can pay bills via BillMatrix or authorized locations.

Alabama State University will open The Hive @ The Nest next week at ASU Stadium to offer fresh dining options for students & visitors.

The new restaurant aims to bring a modern twist to campus meals.

The Drive with Dolly specialty license plates will be available in 8-12 weeks after receiving enough precommitments, and each sale will send $50 to a local Imagination Library to help provide a year of monthly books for nearly two children.

Alabama’s new law that took effect Sept.

1 means swipe fees (also called convenience fees) on credit and debit transactions are not taxed if clearly shown on receipts, the Department of Revenue said. This change helps lower costs for consumers using cards.