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Batmania takes hold across America Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:22:00 CST
Batmania descended on the tri-counties Friday as showings of "The Dark Knight" kicked off a weekend of screenings across the country.

Bush agrees to 'general horizon' for pullout Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:51:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- President Bush and Iraq's prime minister have agreed to set a "general time horizon" for bringing more U.S. troops home from the war, a dramatic shift from the administration's once-ironclad unwillingness to talk about any kind of deadline or timetable.

Huntingdon reorganizes academics Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:29:00 CST
One thing that's certain about Huntingdon College -- it's not opposed to change.

Holtville-Slapout Fire Rescue gets new truck Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:17:00 CST
The Holtville-Slapout Fire Rescue recently used grant money to get a new rescue truck. Sen. Larry Dixon, R-Montgomery, helped the department get the grant.

Women part of suit against landlord Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:22:00 CST
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a Fair Housing Act lawsuit against a Montgomery man for the alleged sexual harassment of his female tenants.

Unemployment rising in River Region Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:22:00 CST
Unemployment in the River Region rose sharply in June while the rate for Alabama held steady.

Police seek help in disappearances Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:18:00 CST
Millbrook police are asking for help from residents in locating a missing woman and a man considered a "person of interest" in her disappearance.

Time for a story Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:22:00 CST
The Wetumpka Public Library holds story time for preschoolers Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. Clockwise from top, Jarred Brannon gets up close and personal with a book; Pat Adams reads to a roomful; and Lori Mercer reads to her children, Katelyn and Owen, in the children's section, which was part of the library's expansion.

Dept. leader says Citizen Corps are foot soldiers of preparedness Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:18:00 CST
The head of the state Department of Homeland Security gave emergency management officials from around the state a preview of what he plans to say to a congressional committee in three days.

Water Weekend begins at nature center Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:22:00 CST
The Alabama Nature Center in Millbrook will hold a Water Weekend today and Sunday.

Prattville to celebrate founder's birthday Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:19:00 CST
Prattville officials and residents will celebrate the 209th birthday of Daniel Pratt by laying a wreath on his grave this weekend.

Power company CEO to speak at breakfast Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:19:00 CST
The president and chief executive officer of Alabama Power Co. will be the guest speaker for the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce's Back to School breakfast.

Biscuits unable to have Hellickson's back Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:49:00 CST
Jeremy Hellickson turned in his best Double-A start but didn't come away with his first Double-A victory Friday.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Auburn's Wadley to miss start of practice Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:45:00 CST
AUBURN -- Defensive end Andre Wadley has returned home after a multi-day stay at East Alabama Medical Center, though doctors still haven't made a firm diagnosis.

ACA's Ainsworth bestowed with state leadership role Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:46:00 CST
The congratulations began early this week for Alabama Christian athletic director Denise Ainsworth.

SPORTS BRIEFS: Green, Team USA fall in U18 title game Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:44:00 CST
Mateo Gaynor and Juan Fernandez each scored 16 points as host team Argentina stunned Team USA 77-64 in the championship game of the 2008 FIBA Americas U18 Championship in Formosa, Argentina.

ALABAMA ALL-STAR SPORTS WEEK: Perkins, Shannon pace South in basketball Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:45:00 CST
Two Montgomery area players earned MVP honors Thursday night in the All-Star Sports Week basketball games.

BISCUITS CRUMBS: Crane delay: Bird flips switch on park's lights Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:46:00 CST
Alabama Power identified the culprit that caused a 28-minute delay in Thursday's game at Riverwalk Stadium, but the accused will escape punishment.

Student sculptures play hide-and-seek in park Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:34:00 CST
MONTEVALLO -- Ten art students plus 100 rolls of clear plastic packing tape add up to an imaginative game of sculpture hide-and-seek in Montevallo's Orr Park.

Board decides against new cemetery for veterans Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:30:00 CST
Alabama won't be getting another veterans cemetery in the near future.

Retiring representative still spending campaign money Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:31:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Rep. Bud Cramer's pending retirement hasn't stopped him from spending thousands of campaign dollars on meals, gas, travel and other everyday expenses.

Court rules in favor of state in tax refund case Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:31:00 CST
A state appeals court ruled in favor of the Alabama Department of Revenue in a sales tax refund case Friday that could have cost the state more than $30 million.

South Alabama's new marching band gets ready to play with recruiting drive Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:33:00 CST
MOBILE -- The director of University of South Alabama's new marching band plans to visit camps in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida to recruit students to perform at the football team's first game in 2009.

Despite end of tomato scare, fears remain Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:48:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- The tomato scare may be over, but it has taken a toll -- it's cost the industry an estimated $100 million and left millions of people with a new wariness about the safety of everyday foods.

Oil prices fall -- is relief in sight? Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:49:00 CST
NEW YORK -- The price of oil recorded its biggest weekly drop ever, and a gallon of gas finally pulled back from its record high. So is it time to declare the energy bubble popped?

Forestry program to award grants Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:49:00 CST
Alabama Power Foundation will partner with the Alabama Urban Forestry Association to sponsor the 2008 Community Forestry Program.

RANTS AND RAVES: School readiness efforts recognized Thu, 17 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
RAVE: For the Alabama Office of School Readiness and the Alabama School Readiness Alliance, both recognized this week by a national organization that promotes high-quality kindergarten programs for 4-year-olds. Alabama has become a leader in quality pre-K programs. The next challenge is making these programs more widely available to children whose parents deem them appropriate for their children.

Green cuisine a summer delight Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:37:00 CST
In summer, there's nothing fresher than a meal brimming with greens.

Rick BeauchampProper care keeps crape myrtles free from mildew Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:56:00 CST
Question: My crape myrtles have bloomed great in the past, but now have white stuff on the leaves and the blooms are distorted. What is the problem?

Guide to good greens Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:38:00 CST
Here are some lesser-known greens that might make a great addition to your cooking repertoire:

Tickets on Sale Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
TRI-COUNTY SHOWS

go! Clubs Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
Here's what's happening in area clubs this week:

The Dark Knight (3 stars) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 20:57:00 CST
It's difficult to separate the movie from its mystique. Even under ordinary circumstances, "The Dark Knight" would have been one of the most hotly awaited movies of the summer blockbuster season. The loss of Heath Ledger to an accidental prescription-drug overdose in January has amplified the buzz around the film -- and his crazed performance as the Joker -- to extraordinary levels.

Mamma Mia! (2 stars) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:00:00 CST
ABBA songs are, of course, evil in musical form. Just try getting "Dancing Queen" out of your head once it's burrowed its way in there. "Waterloo," too, is especially pesky. But "Mamma Mia" might be the most tenacious tune in the 1970s Swedish pop group's canon.

ASF presents timeless classic 'West Side Story' Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:21:00 CST
What a way to wrap up a Season of Romance.

Shock treatment: Quick action saves deputy's life Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
Call it luck, fate, fortune or providence. A Calhoun County deputy lived to see another day after the quick reactions of a local investigator and a lawyer saved his life Thursday.

E-mail indicates banks warned about robbery Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
An e-mail transmission among Wachovia bank personnel indicates bank officials had prior knowledge that a robbery might be attempted in the area this week.

Edgemont Cemetery to expand Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
The city of Anniston plans to expand its Edgemont Cemetery by about 5,700 plots next year, officials said. City Manager George Monk said that because all burial lots at both Edgemont and Hillside cemeteries have been sold, there is a demand.

Obese state workers could pay higher insurance premiums Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
MONTGOMERY — The State Employees Insurance board is considering charging obese state employees $24 a month more in health insurance premiums.

Alabama court rules in state's favor on tax refunds Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
MONTGOMERY — A state appeals court ruled in favor of the Alabama Department of Revenue in a sales tax refund case Friday that could have cost the state more than $30 million.

Gramm quits McCain campaign Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
WASHINGTON — Under fire for calling the United States a nation of 'whiners' about the economy, former Sen. Phil Gramm of Texas resigned Friday night as co-chairman of John McCain's presidential campaign.

Piedmont hardware store dedicates flag Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
Piedmont Hardware and Lumber held a flag-raising ceremony on July 10 to dedicate a flag to local troops, veterans, police and firefighters. The flag is 20 feet by 30 feet and flies on a 70 foot pole.

Constantine Elementary receives computers Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
Constantine Elementary third-grade teacher Amy Hurst was all smiles as Anniston Chemical Agent Disposal Facility property specialist Dave Nichols begins loading a pallet of computer monitors donated to the school recently.

4-H holds regional congress Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
The Cheaha-Speedway Region of Alabama 4-H participated in Regional Congress on June 3 at Munford High School. Calhoun County had several 4-H'ers participating in a variety of contests.

Club elects new officers Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
The General William Henry Forney Chapter No. 468 of Anniston held its regular monthly meeting on June 5. New officers were elected for the 2008-2010 term.

Freedom Park friends Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
Valick Nolan and Kenon Satcher enjoy a day of sunshine Monday at Freedom Park next to Oxford Lake.

Visiting missionaries arrive to help clients of Children's Rehab Services Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
Sweat and laughter go together in the summer time like teenagers and hard work -- at least in the minds of many. Anniston was recently visited by a parade of passenger vans filled with teenagers all looking to prove that apathy and youth don't always belong in the same sentence.

Siran Stacy to share his testimony: Oxford church welcomes former football star Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
Stacy has begun using his faith to inspire others by visiting churches and sharing his testimony. He will be speaking at Meadowbrook Baptist Church in Oxford Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

What would Jesus read? Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
MINNEAPOLIS — Tim Franklin has a handy way of checking when the Northwestern Bookstore he manages in Edina, Minn., has its marketing finger on the pulse of the reading community.

Stolen Torahs mystify police, congregations Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:47:51 CDT
ST. LOUIS — A Torah scroll valued at about $30,000 that was reported stolen from a St. Louis-area synagogue is one of a handful of Torah scrolls stolen in the past year in the United States, mystifying police and the Jewish community.

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