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Fairhope unit's flag from Iraq dedicated at Legion Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:37AMThe flag that flew in Iraq carries the signatures of many of the local National Guard troops who served there. It was dedicated this week by the 1165th Military Police Co. to American Legion Post 199, along with a certificate of appreciation.
Meeting between state, BP set for Sept. 13 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 4:12PMBP officials and representatives of Alabama's governor and attorney general will meet two weeks later than originally announced to discuss the state's $148 million claim against BP.
Southern governors push for drilling revenue Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:27PMAlabama's and Mississippi's governors are telling federal officials the Gulf coast states deserve more from oil wells drilled in the Gulf because the states are assuming great risks.
Georgia woman killed in Randolph County crash Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:27AMA Georgia woman was killed in a one vehicle crash in eastern Alabama Sunday.
In his father's image: Barry James Sanders is familiar, but for more than his name Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:25AMHE CAN OUTRUN an entire defense, turn broken plays into touchdowns, and once dodged six tacklers for a highlight-reel touchdown in the playoffs.
BP's CEO addresses southern governors in Hoover Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 8:27PMBob Dudley says he was surprised by lawsuit filed by Alabama Attorney General Troy King.
Alabama State Employees Association backs Sparks Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:42AMThe Alabama State Employees Association is backing Democrat Ron Sparks for governor and Democratic incumbent Jim Folsom Jr. for lieutenant governor.
Cajun food heaven Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:02AMBy Myra Starkey
Alabama educators fear more budget cuts Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:12PMSome Alabama leaders are anticipating more education spending cuts because of the Gulf oil spill's damage to state tax revenues and a state economy that hasn't recovered from the recession as quickly as anticipated.
3 p.m. Tuesday- A&M-Commerce Nears 2010 Harvey Martin Classic Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:20PMCOMMERCE — Anticipation is building around the Texas A&M University-Commerce football team, its students, alumni and fans as the Lions have hit the practice field in preparation for the upcoming season and the 2010 Harvey Martin Classic.
Former UA students sue school over food fee Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:28AMTwo former University Alabama students have sued the school, saying its mandatory food fee violates state law.
AP IMPACT: Katrina a tale of SBA failure Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 10:41AMCHALMETTE, La. (AP) - Five years after Hurricane Katrina, Jay Young is still haunted by the desperate voices on the other end of the telephone crying and begging for help.
Jobless rate falls to 11.6% Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 9:45AMThe number of Barbour County residents with jobs is increasing according to recent data from the state.
Fatal crash in Etowah County under investigation Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:42AMThe Alabama State Troopers are investigating a crash in which one person died, and several children were injured.
Groundbreaking celebrates beginning of work on huge Redstone Gateway office park Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 6:46AMOver the next 15 to 20 years, plans call for Redstone Gateway to include about 50 multistory office buildings for a total of about 4.4 million square feet of space, two hotels, restaurants, an amphitheater overlooking a lake and retail stores supporting the office tenants.
ASU's Stewart to have role on TNT crime drama Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:42AMThe dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Alabama State University, Tommie "Tonea" Stewart, will play a psychic named "Miss Angelina" on Tuesday's episode of "Memphis Beat."
AP IMPACT: Katrina a tale of SBA failure Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:10AMFive years after Hurricane Katrina, Jay Young is still haunted by the desperate voices on the other end of the telephone crying and begging for help.As a loan officer for a federal agency that was supposed to help homeowners and businesses get back on their feet, he had high expectations he...
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AP IMPACT: Katrina a tale of SBA failure Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:35PMFive years after Hurricane Katrina, Jay Young is still haunted by the desperate voices on the other end of the telephone crying and begging for help. As a loan officer for a federal agency that was supposed to help homeowners and businesses get back on their... Hurricane Katrina - Earth Sciences - Atmospheric Sciences - Meteorology - Weather Phenomena
AP IMPACT: Katrina a tale of SBA failure Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:22PMAP IMPACT: Katrina recovery a tale of SBA delays, rejections, 'things that were wrong'
Riley celebrates work of Black Belt Commission Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:42PMWith his administration's eight-year term nearing an end, Alabama Gov. Bob Riley has celebrated one of his most ambitious efforts, creation of a commission to improve economic and social conditions in the Black Belt region of west and central Alabama.
U.S. Amateur Tidbits Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:29PMOriginated in 1895 and the nation's oldest golf tournament, the 110th U.S. Amateur is now underway in Washington State.
Lieutenant Governor candidates differ on bingo Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:57PMAlabama's two lieutenant governor candidates have opposing views on electronic bingo.
Ground Zero mosque sign of confidence Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 1:12PMFor a nation built on separate provinces of church and state, Americans have an awful lot of sacred ground.
Community leader helps launch new school Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 4:23AMSELMA -- It's "old school" at Selma's newest school where students begin each day with a prayer, pledge their allegiance to the flag and stand at attention when the national anthem is played on the intercom.
Downtown Montgomery library branch trying to embrace technology Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 4:06AMThe sweet musk associated with libraries may lose some of its potency at the main library in Montgomery, where decision-makers are ready to gently push its flagship library into the 21st century.
New commander for Anniston Army Depot Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 3:19AMLess than 48 hours after the last Strykers rolled out of Iraq, Anniston Army Depot bid farewell to its commander, Col. S.B. Keller. The depot's new commander, Col. Timothy Sullivan, will face the challenge of refurbishing the Strykers returning from Iraq - and the uncertain future that follows.
Alabama AG complains about BP claims process Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 5:57PMAlabama Attorney General Troy King is complaining about the rules for handling claims resulting from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Parasite sickens Alabama Adventure visitors Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:27PMHealth officials say there's been an illness outbreak linked to the Alabama Adventure water park near Birmingham.
Ala. Grocers Assoc. endorses McMillan in AG race Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 12:57PMThe Alabama Grocers Association has endorsed Republican John McMillan for state agriculture commissioner.
Sentencing delayed for former chancellor of two-year college system Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:28AMSentencing for Roy W. Johnson, former chancellor of Alabama's two-year college system will be delayed.
Baldwin County finds money to balance budget for 2011 Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:40AMBAY MINETTE, Alabama -- After weeks of wrangling with dwindling revenues and tightening spending, commissioners left Thursday's budget meeting satisfied with changes that balanced the county's $100 million budget.
‘Ground Zero Mosque’ inflating Islamophobia Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:44PMI have the feeling that like the Broadway Bomber, the underwear bomber, the shoe bomber, the Khalid Sheik Mohammed trial and where it should be held, and other ‘false-flag’ events that building this new Mosque two blocks from Ground Zero is inflating the inherent Islamophobia of New Yorkers and America.
RIGHT AND WRONG Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 5:08PMIn an essay published in 1985, Irving Kristol, the ‘godfather of the Neoconservative movement’, quoted a political scientist as saying that American democracy is based on one key assumption, “that the people are usually sensible, but rarely wise”.
Auburn's Duck Samford Stadium adds on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:14PMAuburn's Duck Samford football stadium will look different than last season.
Legislators say wise move for computer contract not to be considered late in Riley term Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 2:31PMMONTGOMERY -- Two members of a legislative oversight committee say it was probably wise that a new computer software contract not be considered in the final months of Gov. Bob Riley's term.
Sarikopoulos Turning Pro Instead Of Rejoining OSU Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 1:37PMJunior center Zisis Sarikopoulos (ZIZ-iss, SAYR-uh-COHP-ul-liss) is not returning to the Ohio State men's basketball team, instead electing to remain in his native Greece to play professionally.
Legendary Coach Stallings Keynote Speaker at HMC Luncheon Sept. 9 Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 1:25PMCOMMERCE - Legendary football coach and current Texas A&M University System Board of Regents member, Gene Stallings, will serve as keynote speaker at the Harvey Martin Classic Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 9, at noon at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel.
Alabama to Receive $1 Million for Crackdown on Rising Insurance Premiums Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:00AMFederal grants total $46 million nationwide.
Columbus firefighter killed in fiery crash Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 2:57PMRUSSELL COUNTY, AL (WTVM) - Columbus firefighters are mourning the loss of one of their own- a captain killed in a car crash. But as the Fire Department remembers a veteran, questions surrounding the fatal accident remain unanswered.
Though tilted, Republican U.S. House District 5 race still in the air Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 11:17AMBy Tony Marrero, Times Staff Writer Saturday, August 14, 2010 Republican U.S. House District 5 candidates Sheriff Richard Nugent, left, and Jason Sager attend a debate hosted by the Republican Executive Committee of Pasco County on July 15. The Republican primary in the 5th Congressional District was supposed to be a David and Goliath story, with the underdog in the race facing even longer odds ...
Alabama sues BP over oil spill Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 5:01PMAFP - The southern US state of Alabama has filed a lawsuit against BP and other companies linked to the oil spill "catastrophe" that soiled the Gulf of Mexico coastline, a state official said Friday.
Neumann: World of finance may be facing new regulations Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 12:35AMRandy Neumann's latest column addresses federal legislation.
Club to change name from The Jupiter to The Dixie Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 11:27PMLongtime co-owner and general manager Jeremiah Jones will continue to run the venue known for eight years as Jupiter Bar & Grill, but the business with have a new name.
Gene Frenette: SEC coaching rivalry is brewing Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 9:28PMFor 10 years, it was possibly the greatest coaching rivalry ever witnessed on any playing field or arena. For the anticipation, the drama, and unbridled competitive fire each brought out of the other, a Bo-Woody matchup represented the gold standard of dueling coaches. From 1969-78, Michigan’s Bo Schembechler and his former boss at Ohio State, Woody Hayes, formed a legal monopoly rarely seen in ...
MS Flag May Cost SEC Tournament Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 5:22PMJackson, Mississippi wants to host the 2012 Southeastern Conference Baseball Tournament. However, there's concern that the state's flag may keep them out of the running.
At least 154 in Ala. treated for oil-related ills Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 12:27PMAlabama health officials say at least 154 people have gone to emergency rooms, clinics and urgent care centers since May 14 complaining of ailments involving the oil spill.
Wednesday Morning Sports Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 7:13AMAUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Auburn coach Gene Chizik is impressed by freshman defensive end Corey Lemonier . Chizik said after practice yesterday that Lemonier is "going to push somebody for a position." The Tigers will have a scrimmage situation this evening. JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Confederate symbol on the Mississippi flag could hurt the state's bid to host the SEC baseball tournament starting in ...
Champion Azeri to enter Racing Hall of Fame Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 4:12AMBefore Zenyatta’s remarkable win streak, before Rachel Alexandra’s show-stopping season where she defeated males three times, before Rags To Riches outdueled champion Curlin in the Belmont, there came Azeri.
Court date for those arrested in Greenetrack raid looms Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 5:57PMA total of 17 people including a state senator were arrested last month during a protest of a raid at Greenetrack.