News 2008-05-21 Andanh.com

Council OKs harsher prostitution penalties Wed, 21 May 2008 01:08:00 CST
The city is vowing to punish those who "support" prostitution while it also tries to link prostitutes with treatment programs to help them escape an unhealthy lifestyle.

School honors slain student Wed, 21 May 2008 01:04:00 CST
Curtis Jackson Jr. loved school.

Area schools say teacher jobs safe even without budget Wed, 21 May 2008 01:05:00 CST
School leaders in the tri-county area won't be sending out pink slips to employees, with or without a state education budget.

On the road to Congress: Three Montgomery Republicans vie for seat Wed, 21 May 2008 01:01:00 CST
Three Montgomery Republicans are running to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Terry Everett, R-Rehobeth, in Congress.

David Grimes Wed, 21 May 2008 00:17:00 CST
David Grimes said he could not write the number 1 on a piece of paper when he first decided to run for the Alabama Legislature in 2000.

Jay Love Wed, 21 May 2008 00:18:00 CST
When he tells people why he is running for Congress, Jay Love gives them four reasons: his children -- Rachel, Addison, Rebecca and Caroline.

David Woods Wed, 21 May 2008 00:17:00 CST
David Woods is traveling the 16 counties in the 2nd Congressional District, and he doesn't travel far without being asked about another Woods who ran for office -- his father Charles.

LAMP ranked among nation's best Wed, 21 May 2008 00:22:00 CST
A Montgomery high school won double honors Tuesday, as two separate national publications rated it among America's best.

Pike Road panel OKs home plan Wed, 21 May 2008 00:20:00 CST
A developer's plans to build 30 homes on 13.5 acres has been sent to the Pike Road Town Council for approval.

Cloverland apartment complex to be demolished Wed, 21 May 2008 00:21:00 CST
The second chances for the Gardens of Cloverland have run out, and the situation at the apartment complex has prompted the Montgomery City Council to take a closer look at public housing throughout the city.

Council passes illegal immigration ordinance Wed, 21 May 2008 00:18:00 CST
The Montgomery City Council passed an ordinance Tuesday night that targets businesses that knowingly hire illegal immigrants.

Air Force training to protect cyberspace Wed, 21 May 2008 00:19:00 CST
Cyberspace has changed the way everyone does business -- including the Air Force.

Area cyclists to participate in national Ride of Silence Wed, 21 May 2008 00:19:00 CST
Cyclists from across the area will come together today in downtown Montgomery in support of those who have been injured or killed in cycling accidents.

Prattville gets new firetruck Wed, 21 May 2008 00:19:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- City Council members on Tuesday got their first look at a new $375,000 firetruck purchased by the city.

Business license fee plan to be ready Aug. 1 Wed, 21 May 2008 00:19:00 CST
Montgomery plans to revisit the business license fee system this summer and will have a finalized plan ready by Aug. 1.

Hometown Heroes event set for June 26 Wed, 21 May 2008 00:18:00 CST
The American Red Cross of Central Alabama will hold its fifth annual Autauga County Hometown Heroes ceremony from 5:30 to 8 p.m. June 26 at the Doster Center, 424 S. Northington St. in Prattville.

Johnson new director of bands at Catholic Wed, 21 May 2008 00:18:00 CST
Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School has hired Dennis Johnson to be director of bands for the 2008-2009 school year.

JAY G. TATE: How much longer can Lebo sell the dream? Wed, 21 May 2008 00:38:00 CST
Jeff Lebo often joked last season that a short memory was an important coping mechanism during Auburn's miserable Southeastern Conference basketball season.

SEC BASEBALL TOURNAMENT: 'Hungry' Tide faces Kentucky tonight Wed, 21 May 2008 00:39:00 CST
HOOVER -- Alabama is certainly more prepared these days.

Bulldogs dominate SEC baseball awards Wed, 21 May 2008 00:41:00 CST
Georgia junior shortstop Gordon Beckham was selected as the 2008 Southeastern Conference baseball player of the year by a vote of the conference coaches, while Bulldog skipper David Perno was selected as the coach of the year.

LOCAL BRIEFS: Pride to face Russian Nationals Wed, 21 May 2008 00:43:00 CST
The Alabama Pride, an 18-and-under Junior Olympic team, has been chosen to play the Russian National team June 3 in Fultondale, near Birmingham, in a doubleheader.

Kids learn value of home-grown food Wed, 21 May 2008 00:23:00 CST
SELMA -- Jaylin Davis had just finished his pizza, field peas and strawberries when he gave the collard greens a suspicious look that told Carolyn Pickett "no way."

Dunkin' Donuts coming to Montgomery Wed, 21 May 2008 01:06:00 CST
Dunkin' Donuts plans to open 142 Alabama franchise locations -- including up to 15 in Montgomery -- as part of a national growth initiative that the company announced Tuesday.

Shelby, Democrats set mortgage deal Wed, 21 May 2008 00:45:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby and Senate Democrats reached agreement Tuesday on a bill that offers government help to refinance mortgages held by homeowners with unaffordable loans.

House action targets OPEC, antitrust cases Wed, 21 May 2008 00:46:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- The House voted Tuesday to let the Justice Department pursue energy antitrust and price fixing cases against members of the OPEC oil cartel, although critics said such attempts would likely be fruitless and could prompt a backlash from oil producers.

Bass Pro Shops has outdoors event Wed, 21 May 2008 01:02:00 CST
Bass Pro Shops is holding a Go Outdoors event at its Prattville store through Monday.

State ranks high in college funding Tue, 20 May 2008 19:16:00 CST
Alabama's public colleges did the state's citizens -- especially its public school students -- a grave disservice Monday by essentially killing the proposed higher education budget on the final day of the legislative session. That will force the Legislature to return in a costly special session to develop a new education budget for the fiscal year that begins Oct. 1.

Situations definitely different Mon, 19 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
Jay Taffet wrote that if we consider Germany and Korea in a historical context we will understand that our presence in Iraq is proper and beneficial, but there are major differences.

McPherson: Intellectualism is good Tue, 20 May 2008 19:17:00 CST
By Vanzetta Penn McPherson

White males left out of process Mon, 19 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
White males of America be aware. Which of the following candidates speak for you?

Art doesn't enhance new facility Mon, 19 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
So Montgomery finally has a beautiful hotel/spa facility in the new Renaissance Center (or whatever it's called).

Shopping healthy doesn't have to break your food budget Wed, 21 May 2008 01:04:00 CST
As food prices continue to soar, you are probably one of many folks wondering how to get the most nutritional bang for your buck.

Now ServingAvoid unhealthy food overload on the road Wed, 21 May 2008 01:04:00 CST
The school year is drawing to a close, the weather is warming and the beach is calling.

Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (3 stars) Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
More is more in "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian," the follow-up to the 2005 fantasy hit "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe." It's simultaneously darker and funnier, more substantive and more engaging, more violent and more technically accomplished.

Tickets on Sale Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
TRI-COUNTY SHOWS

Shogun (3 forks) Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
Twirling spatulas, egg tricks, knives handled with extreme precision and controlled flames illuminating the restaurant are just some of the many delights you will encounter -- aside from the terrific food -- at Shogun Japanese Steak, Seafood and Sushi restaurant.

go! Clubs Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
Here's what's happening in area clubs this week:

Grammy winner, folk legend John Prine back in town Wed, 14 May 2008 21:45:00 CST
Montgomery is about to move into Prine time -- again. John Prine, who has written one of the most famous songs ever involving the Capital City the city -- the gorgeous "Angel From Montgomery" -- will return here for a Friday show at the Performing Arts Centre.

Baby Mama (3 1/2 stars) Wed, 14 May 2008 23:00:00 CST
Kate, a successful businesswoman, wants the baby she never had time for, but her body's not cooperating.

Tallapoosa River Outfitters to begin offering tubing, kayaking this weekend Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
There is something new to do outdoors in northeast Alabama during the upcoming lazy days of summer. Beginning this weekend, Tallapoosa River Outfitters in Cleburne County will offer a chance for the adventurous to slide into a sports tube and float down the Tallapoosa River.

Not excused: Community members are concerned about students skipping school, but what is the solutio Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
At nearly every recent public meeting about this year's violence, community members have expressed concern about truancy. Residents say they see kids on the streets during school hours but don't know what they can do. The answer, according to local law enforcement, is to call the police. But after that, the steps are not as clear.

No damage reported locally from Tuesday's thunderstorms Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
Nearly a week after strong storms and a tornado struck Cleburne County, the area dodged any severe damage from Tuesday's storms. Local emergency management agencies reported no significant damage from the severe thunderstorms that hit Tuesday night.

Deadline to register for local primary Friday Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
Residents who haven't registered to vote for June's statewide primary have only a few days left to fill out and turn in paperwork. The deadline to register statewide is the end of the business day Friday.

JPA conducts interviews for CEO position Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
The McClellan Joint Powers Authority on Tuesday interviewed three candidates for its chief executive position, each with distinctly different ideas about how the job should be done.

No budget leaves schools in lurch: Senate's failure will cause some local non-tenured teachers to lo Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
Some non-tenured teachers in Calhoun County will lose their jobs because the Alabama Senate did not pass an education budget Monday. The Alabama Senate stalled on the $6.3 billion budget because of bickering about adding $25 million for state universities.

Piedmont High ranked among best schools in U.S. Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
Piedmont High is among 31 Alabama High Schools listed as 'America's Best' in an updated list from U.S. News & World Report, the Alabama Department of Education announced Tuesday.

George Smith: 'Giving up is not a choice ...' Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
George Smith's column for Wednesday, May 21, 2008.

Oxford High assistant principal takes Cleburne County job Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
At its regular meeting Tuesday, the Oxford Board of Education bid goodbye to Oxford High School Assistant Principal Rick Carter, who will become the principal at Cleburne County High School.

Man robbed at gunpoint at Oxford Inn; victim was not harmed Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
A man was robbed at gunpoint while staying at the Oxford Inn Monday night. According to police, the man was in his hotel room at the inn at 600 Hamric Drive East, when a man ran into the room, gun drawn, and demanded money from the victim.

Special session means local bills have some hope Wed, 21 May 2008 06:31:22 CDT
MONTGOMERY — Lawmakers will be headed back to the state capital to deal with unfinished business in a special session, but how much they'll get to complete remains a question mark.

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