News 2008-10-29 Andanh.com

Blue Dog leaders back Bright Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:27:00 CST
Two top Blue Dog Democrats, a coalition of U.S. Representatives that embraces fiscal accountability, joined Bobby Bright in Alabama on Monday to support his bid for Congress and to visit success stories from his three-terms as mayor of Montgomery.

Youth center escapee faces murder charge Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:32:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- State corrections officials are reviewing security procedures at a youth detention center after an inmate escaped and, according to authorities, fatally shot an Autauga County man.

Segall receives Sparks' support Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:28:00 CST
Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Ron Sparks on Monday endorsed Democrat Josh Segall in his congressional race for the 3rd District seat.

Judge to review gambling laws in case Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:28:00 CST
A Montgomery County district court judge will spend more time looking into some unclear aspects of the state's gambling laws before she makes a decision on charges stemming from a raid at Moody's Sports Bar.

Woman enters guilty plea in murder-for-hire plot Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:28:00 CST
A Montgomery woman who initially claimed that a plot to kill her ex-husband was a joke has pleaded guilty.

Prattville man dies in fire Tue, 28 Oct 2008 03:51:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- A Prattville man died Monday afternoon when fire destroyed his mobile home.

WWII veteran thanks Cub Scouts for help, shares stories Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:28:00 CST
Aug. 17, 1943: James Traylor was abruptly awakened at 2:30 a.m.

New Kids' fans show off memorabilia Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:21:00 CST
Sonya Coalburn of Birmingham displays her New Kids on the Block memorabilia outside Rave Motion Pictures on Monday. Y-102 awarded tickets to the top two winners to the group's concert in Atlanta on Wednesday.

Prattville, Autauga County still working on 2010 Plan details Mon, 27 Oct 2008 01:22:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- Government officials have about 14 months to iron out details of a plan that will cover services in areas annexed into the city during the past five years.

Love spends $2M on House battle Sun, 26 Oct 2008 23:39:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- State Rep. Jay Love lent his campaign another $100,000 last week and has spent nearly $2 million pursuing the congressional seat being vacated by retiring Rep. Terry Everett, R-Rehobeth.

Auburn looks for way to finish opponents Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:38:00 CST
AUBURN -- Ryan Pugh felt something unusual during the first half of Auburn University's game at West Virginia last week.

Alabama must reverse November curse Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:39:00 CST
TUSCALOOSA -- Three wins in five years. Nine straight losses. The most embarrassing loss in school history.

World SeriesPhillies, Rays slog into sixth inning before rain suspends Game 5 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:11:00 CST
PHILADELPHIA -- Game 5 of the World Series was suspended because of rain in the sixth inning Monday night with the Philadelphia Phillies and Tampa Bay Rays tied at 2 and the field already a sloppy, soggy mess.

Trojans hit the road hobbling Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:30:00 CST
TROY -- Troy's best player and a backup quarterback are the latest in a slew of injuries to hit the Trojans.

Eagles show growth with late rally Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:31:00 CST
It was the situation the Faulkner football players had been waiting on -- clock winding down, game on the line, time for one last drive to win or lose.

ACA volleyballAinsworth aims for one last title Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:31:00 CST
Alabama Christian Academy volleyball coach Denise Ainsworth shared a hug with her daughter, Audrey, following last Thursday's substate win over Catholic.

Montgomery Quarterback ClubRecruiting analyst Jamie Newberg eager to see direction Auburn takes on o Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:58:00 CST
Among the many folks intrigued by Auburn's offensive situation is recruiting analyst Jamie Newberg.

College Football NotebookTide QB Wilson semifinalist for Davey O'Brien award Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:28:00 CST
TUSCALOOSA -- Alabama quarterback John Parker Wilson was among 13 players selected as semifinalists for the 2008 Davey O'Brien Award, it was announced on Monday.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Tide grinds out a complete game Mon, 27 Oct 2008 01:16:00 CST
Alabama coach Nick Saban said he has "never been prouder" of his team for its gritty workmanlike performance in Saturday's 29-9 win over Tennessee

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Auburn toughens up in practice Mon, 27 Oct 2008 01:16:00 CST
AUBURN -- Sunday generally is easy time for Auburn players.

Alabama may set voting registration record Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:40:00 CST
Alabamians are registering to vote and casting absentee ballots in record numbers, causing election officials to prepare for an unprecedented turnout Nov. 4.

Ala. teen pregnancy rate up for 2nd year Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:10:00 CST
The number of pregnant Alabama teens has continued to rise for a second straight year after a decade of nearly no increases, health officials said Monday.

Vocal bears remind families of soldiers Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:11:00 CST
ASHLAND -- As fingers squeeze the furry paw, five heads crowd in close to the teddy bear, listening.

Yoga teacher starts magazine Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:10:00 CST
BREWTON -- A year ago, Celina Miller was a 30-year-old wife and mother of two, a yoga instructor and a marathon runner.

Hank Aaron's home to be moved to ball park Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:43:00 CST
MOBILE -- The childhood home of former baseball great Hank Aaron will be moved Monday.

Birmingham lawyers to advise homeless Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:42:00 CST
BIRMINGHAM -- Birmingham-area attorneys will offer free legal advice each week at homeless shelters in Birmingham, starting Nov. 5.

2 killed, 1 hurt in Opelika wreck Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:42:00 CST
OPELIKA -- A head-on collision in Opelika has left two men dead.

Week likely to be chilly Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:43:00 CST
Alabamians will be waking to a chilly reception this week.

Wreck kills man dodging gunfire Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:43:00 CST
BIRMINGHAM -- Police say a Birmingham man was killed in a car crash while attempting to dodge gunfire.

Brush fires linked to arson Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:42:00 CST
GRAND BAY -- Firefighters believe someone deliberately set a string of brush fires in south Mobile County.

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