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Negative campaign ads to end, Smith says Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:27:00 CST
Music legend George Jones' attack ads may not be leaving the airwaves, but congressional candidate Harri Anne Smith says her negative ads will. Opponent Jay Love says if her negative ads stop, his will follow.

Family talks about love for 10-year-old killed in shooting Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:08:00 CST
Taberah Davis couldn't wait to go see her grandpa in Chicago at the end of the month.

Prattville police investigate deaths Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:05:00 CST
Police hoping to piece together a timeline of events in an apparent murder-suicide of a husband and wife will have to wait two to three days for autopsy results, according to officials.

Republican PSC hopefuls campaign, explain job Wed, 09 Jul 2008 02:05:00 CST
The two remaining Republican runoff candidates for president of the Alabama Public Service Commission are hitting the road ahead of next week's primary, seeking to drum up votes as they explain the PSC's role to many of the state's residents.

AP pilot program exceeding goals Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:48:00 CST
A pilot program to encourage more students to take Advanced Placement tests is running ahead of schedule.

Sheriff's Office understaffed, study finds Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:39:00 CST
A study presented to the Montgomery County Commission on Tuesday said the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office needs more patrol officers and should consider giving each deputy a take-home vehicle.

Third Murphy murder trial to be in 2009 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:46:00 CST
Jason Murphy's third capital murder trial likely won't get started until February of 2009, according to a circuit judge.

State plans to expand distance learning programs Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:39:00 CST
Tri-county area high schools will get a combined half million dollars to enhance distance learning programs in time for school this fall.

Adviser meets with veterans groups Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:55:00 CST
One of the top defense policy advisers to the Alabama congressional delegation was in Montgomery on Tuesday to meet with members of veterans organizations.

Three charged in July robbery Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:38:00 CST
Two men and a teenager from Montgomery have been arrested in connection with an assault that left one man in critical condition.

Humane Society's fundraiser July 25 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:45:00 CST
The Elmore County Humane Society will have a silent auction at 6:30 p.m. July 25 at the Millbrook Civic Center.

School system to honor students Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:39:00 CST
Montgomery Public Schools will recognize outstanding students and program sponsors who have contributed to the success of the Summer Transition Program on July 17, said Mona Davis, a school system spokeswoman.

Sponsors sought for basketball camp Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:45:00 CST
City Councilman David Burkette will hold his annual youth basketball camp later this month, and he is looking for sponsors to keep the cost down for the participants.

Charity in need of donations Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:44:00 CST
Monroe Youngblood is looking to provide a positive environment for at-risk youths ages 7-17. However, to make a house into a home for those kids, he needs help.

Saban says freshmen may play key roles Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:04:00 CST
Alabama coach Nick Saban will have to find some starting linebackers before the 2008 season opener against Clemson. But while the recent loss of linebacker Jimmy Johns may have affected the depth chart, the Crimson Tide football coach didn't seem fazed by the loss of another body at an already thin position.

Ex-St. Jude star makes USA under-18 team Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:09:00 CST
JaMychal Green made the final roster cut of the USA Basketball men's under-18 national team that will open play in the 2007 FIBA Americas U18 Championship on Monday in Formosa, Argentina.

LOCAL BRIEFS: Welch's 'Big Break' earns Navistar spot Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:06:00 CST
Sophie Sandolo conceded a birdie putt to Kim Welch, then missed one of her own to hand the championship of the "Big Break: Ka'anapali" series and a trip to Prattville to Welch in the reality sports show that was filmed earlier this year and telecast Tuesday night on The Golf Channel.

Electric mower helps man cut gas Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:33:00 CST
DECATUR -- Green is Bob McKeen's color, at least when he's mowing his lawn.

Siegelman lawyer wants review of recusal Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:21:00 CST
BIRMINGHAM -- A lawyer said Tuesday he wants a Justice Department review of the prosecution of former Gov. Don Siegelman to focus partly on the reasons a federal prosecutor in Montgomery stepped aside from the case.

Progress continues for veterans' home Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:59:00 CST
The nursing home committee of the State Board of Veterans Affairs met Tuesday to discuss progress on Alabama's fourth veterans' home, which is being built in Pell City.

Girl's description leads to three arrests in burglary Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:29:00 CST
TONEY -- A 9-year-old girl home alone ducked into a bedroom closet and called her mother when burglars broke into her family's home, giving a description of the intruders that helped police arrest three suspects.

Man dies after shock from Taser in police chase Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:03:00 CST
BREWTON -- A Mississippi motorist who was shocked with a Taser after fleeing from a police checkpoint died in a south Alabama pond over the Fourth of July weekend, police said.

City to consider using gaming to pay debt Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:34:00 CST
BIRMINGHAM -- Jefferson County officials are expected to consider countywide gaming as an option to raise money for the county's $3.2 billion sewer debt.

Acting police chief arrested Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:03:00 CST
Hurtsboro -- The acting police chief of Hurtsboro was arrested in Union Springs over the July Fourth holiday weekend.

Education board elects new officers Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:33:00 CST
Randy McKinney of Orange Beach has been elected as vice president of the State Board of Education.

ALABAMA HISTORY: First governor replaced by brother Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:34:00 CST
It was 187 years ago that Alabama's first governor died and was succeeded by his brother.

Airport authority OKs second service provider Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:35:00 CST
Montgomery Regional Airport officials can begin negotiating with a company that wants to build a second fixed base of operations after the airport's board approved the plan Tuesday, although airport officials openly questioned whether it has a chance of success.

Tallassee to make announcement Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:35:00 CST
Officials in Elmore County will announce an industry expansion that will add about 65 jobs. It won't name the company until the formal announcement today.

Opelika plant to add 200 jobs Wed, 09 Jul 2008 01:35:00 CST
OPELIKA -- Auto parts manufacturer Mando America Corp. has announced expansion plans for its Opelika location.

Distance learning levels the field Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:30:00 CST
Gov. Bob Riley grew up in the small Clay County town of Ashland, so he understands the limitations that school systems in rural sections of Alabama work under in providing a wide range of academic offerings to their students.

Roadside memorials add more distractions Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
Recently, a mother stated she was "forced to relive" her daughter's death after the removal of her roadside memorial.

Terms no longer synonymous Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
Two months after the signing of the Declaration of Independence the British Navy and Army, commanded by brothers Adm. Howe and Gen. Howe, were in America in force.

Futures market needs revision Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
Surely by now Congress has figured out who is running up the price of oil to unreasonable prices. It's not demand in China or India. It's the futures market in our own country, which is broken and needs fixing.

Versatile grapes offer juicy boost to a variety of dishes Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:15:00 CST
Although Alabama peaches, watermelons and other fresh fruits take center stage this time of year, the produce department's summer production isn't complete without a bunch of colorful characters from California.

Doubters will change their tune about hummus Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:15:00 CST
I had heard of hummus for years before finally having an opportunity to try it.

Mayor wants to charge council for financial reports Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
Oxford Mayor Leon Smith said Tuesday the Oxford City Council will get a report on city spending it requested from city finance director Alton Craft. But it will cost council members $2 a page. And Smith said there are 'quite a few pages.'

Manufacturers knew Katrina trailers tainted, report finds Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
WASHINGTON — Manufacturers knew there were high levels of formaldehyde in the trailers provided to Hurricane Katrina victims, but sold them to the government anyway, according to a congressional report released Wednesday.

Insurance agent free on bond after arrest on theft charges Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
The former owner of an Oxford insurance company is out on bond after his July 2 arrest on 14 counts of theft.

Hate group watcher criticizes Alabama senator's talk Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
MONTGOMERY -- A state senator who opposed the Legislature's apology for slavery is drawing criticism from the Southern Poverty Law Center for speaking to an organization it considers a racial hate group.

Senate to pass bill overhauling eavesdropping regs Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
WASHINGTON -- The Senate finally is expected to pass a bill overhauling rules on secret government eavesdropping, completing a lengthy and bitter debate that pitted privacy and civil liberties concerns against the desire to prevent terrorist attacks.

Attack outside U.S. consulate in Turkey, 6 dead Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
ISTANBUL, Turkey -- Men armed with pistols and shotguns attacked a police guard post outside the U.S. consulate in Istanbul on Wednesday, sparking a gunbattle that left three attackers and three officers dead.

Iran test-fires missiles in Persian Gulf Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
TEHRAN, Iran -- Iran test-fired nine long- and medium-range missiles Wednesday during war games that officials said aimed to show the country can retaliate against any U.S. and Israeli attack, state television reported.

U.N.: 1 peacekeeper killed in Darfur attack Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
KHARTOUM, Sudan -- A United Nations spokeswoman says one peacekeeper has been killed in an ambush by dozens of gunmen in Sudan's Darfur region.

Oil turns higher on US data, Iran missile tests Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
NEW YORK -- Oil prices are rising after a government report showed crude stockpiles fell more than expected and Iran test-fired nine missiles, including a type capable of reaching Israel.

Auto supplier to expand Birmingham plant Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
BIRMINGHAM — A major supplier to Mercedes-Benz has announced plans to expand its plant in Valley East Industrial Park, creating 400 more jobs.

Hundreds gather in Oxford to add their voices to call for more cancer research funding Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
It's not often that cancer research and war machines go hand-in-hand. So went the scene at Oxford Lake Park when the American Cancer Society's Cancer Action Network bus arrived, preceded by an armored personnel carrier, as the Sheriff's Office played their bagpipes.

Bryan case leads to scrutiny of filing laws Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
With the letter decertifying Ray Bryan's Republican nomination for Calhoun and Cleburne counties family court judge in the mail, some local officials could be looking for vulnerabilities in their own financial filings.

JSU to hand over child development center to new owner on Aug. 1 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
A Calhoun County resident with a background in child care will become the new owner of a day care currently operated at the Jacksonville State University-run Child Development Center.

All Alabama high schools to join ACCESS program Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
MONTGOMERY — All Alabama high schools will soon be outfitted with technology that enables a student in one end of the state to take classes being taught in the other end.

Water leak repaired on Quintard Avenue Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:39:10 CDT
Workers for the Anniston Water Department had the chance to engage in serious urban archaeology Monday night and Tuesday morning, but they had more pressing worries — like hundreds of annoyed or curious drivers zipping by while they searched for a leak some four feet below them.

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