Governor Robert Bentley and former first lady Dianne Bentley are divorced. Tuscaloosa Family Court Judge Philip Lisenby signed the divorce decree Tuesday, officially ending the couple's 50-year marriage. A judge had sealed the divorce case at the request of the couple. Lisenby unsealed the file Tuesday at their request.
Diversity Summit 2015
The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce held it's annual Diversity Summit Tuesday. Hamilin Grange served as the keynote speaker, he addressed the needs of organizations becoming more diverse and taking steps to include creating awareness in the workplace. The Summit provides tips and tools to help businesses create a dynamic work environment where everyone feels valued.
More Testimony
House Speaker Mike Hubbard's defense lawyers want additional testimony from Attorney General Luther Strange as he seeks to dismiss his ethics case. Lawyers for the Auburn Republican have subpoenaed Strange to testify at an October 26th hearing. Prosecutors dismissed the claims as defense "conspiracy" theories. Strange stepped aside from the investigation and appointed a retired district attorney to lead the case. Hubbard faces 23 ethics counts accusing him of using his public positions to benefit his businesses. He has maintained his innocence. A judge has tentatively scheduled the trial for March.