News 2008-11-13 Andanh.com

2004 escapee nabbed in N.C. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:47:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- Carlo Twofeathers fought the law and the law won. It took awhile, though. After being on the run for more than four years, Twofeathers is back behind bars.

Montgomery County commissioners talk revenue Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:52:00 CST
The Montgomery County Commission is looking for ways to lure shoppers -- and their tax dollars -- back to Montgomery. The commissioners discussed launching a marketing campaign and gave new county public affairs manager DiDi Henry her marching orders.

Autauga County seats new commission Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:37:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- Sid Thompson made history here when she was sworn in as the first woman ever to be elected to the Autauga County Commission.

Commander starting to get a feel for 42nd Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:38:00 CST
For Col. Kris Beasley it has been a trial by fire.

Elementary school names its first honor students Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:38:00 CST
Alexis Jarrett recited part of Marianne Williamson's poem to her classmates at E.D. Nixon Elementary School on Wednesday.

Dollar General grants to aid literacy efforts Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:38:00 CST
Thirteen local organizations and schools each will receive a check for $1,000 today as part of a year-round literacy fundraiser by Dollar General stores nationwide.

Thursday's ChildFirst-grader would like a stable, loving family Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:39:00 CST
Savion is a loveable 6-year-old.

Montgomery BOE calls special meeting Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:38:00 CST
The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a special-called meeting at 4 p.m. today in the auditorium of the central offices, 307 S. Decatur St. Board members will consider a bid report to move office equipment and furnishings that have been donated to the district.

New revenue chief to get additional help Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:43:00 CST
The county has created a new position in hopes of seeing a smooth transition when Revenue Commissioner Sarah Spear turns over the reigns to Janet Buskey next fall.

Troy chancellor to speak at event today Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:44:00 CST
Troy University Chancellor Jack Hawkins Jr. is the keynote speaker for today's announcement of Alabama's Law Enforcement Officer of the Year and Alabama Law Enforcement Officer Retail Partner of the Year.

AU concentrates on improving record Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:45:00 CST
AUBURN -- Tristan Davis isn't a quitter.

Tide looks to fill gaps against Mississippi State running game Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:49:00 CST
TUSCALOOSA -- It was pretty obvious early in Alabama's game with LSU that something wasn't right with the Crimson Tide's defense.

Offensive players still injured Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:46:00 CST
TUSCALOOSA -- Alabama tailback Roy Upchurch and receiver Earl Alexander continued to wear black non-contact jerseys on Wednesday and head coach Nick Saban labeled them as "questionable" for Saturday's game with Mississippi State.

AUBURN FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK: Blackmon may be finished playing Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:50:00 CST
AUBURN -- Tray Blackmon's days at Auburn may be ending.

HUNTINGDON FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK: Hawks recover from first loss Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:50:00 CST
Huntingdon is recovering from its first loss in more than a year -- and the Hawks are readjusting to the feeling.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Containing Cordova's Simon will be tall order for Trinity Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 CST
When Trinity travels to Cordova for Friday night's second round Class 3A playoff game, the contest will feature a showdown between the irresistible force and the immovable object.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Bears get another shot at Linden Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:00 CST
BILLINGSLEY -- There is a different feeling around Billingsley's football practices this week.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Tide, Alabama A&M sign city players Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:01:00 CST
Celiscia Farmer and Meghan Perkins developed into a formidable combination on the basketball court last season.

TROY FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK: Linebacker returns Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:53:00 CST
TROY -- Troy, after one linebacker's two-game absence, feels more confident about its depth at the position.

ALABAMA FOOTBALL: Saban playing cards right Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:15:00 CST
TUSCALOOSA -- There are plenty of questions concerning top-ranked Alabama's ability to finish the season undefeated. Yet the Crimson Tide has a much better chance of achieving that goal thanks to some crafty personnel changes implemented by coach Nick Saban.

Macon may lead country in Obama percentage Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:51:00 CST
A longtime civil rights attorney and Democratic leader is saying Macon County possibly led the nation in the percentage of voters who cast a ballot for Barack Obama.

State Board of Education seeks trust fund boost Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:07:00 CST
Despite a sagging economy, the state Board of Education will approve a resolution today encouraging the state Legislature to add $344.3 million to the state's $6.3 billion Education Trust Fund, returning it to a near historic high.

Shaw campaign says no recount needed Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:07:00 CST
Republican Greg Shaw's lead of some 12,800 votes is insurmountable and he will win an Alabama Supreme Court seat without an automatic recount, his campaign said, citing provisional ballots counted Wednesday.

ACLU says Mobile breaking law with gender-segregated classes Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:08:00 CST
MOBILE -- Alabama's largest school system was accused of illegal discrimination Wednesday for allowing gender-segregated classes at a Mobile County middle school, the latest case cited by civil liberties lawyers opposing national efforts to teach boys and girls separately.

2008 crop yields climb in northeast part of state Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:09:00 CST
GADSDEN -- Most northeast Alabama farmers had better crop yields this year despite below-average rainfall.

Number of state employees grows Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:10:00 CST
The number of state government employees rose again in fiscal 2008.

Jury recommends death in slaying Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:10:00 CST
MOBILE -- A jury has recommended death for a 34-year-old drifter convicted of capital murder in the death of a motel owner in Mobile.

Ex-judge sentenced in ethics case Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:10:00 CST
A judge gave former Covington County Probate Judge Sherrie Phillips a sentence of three years in prison followed by three years of probation for her ethics and theft convictions.

One dead, three hurt in police chase Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:10:00 CST
MOBILE -- A 17-year-old boy was killed and three other teenagers injured when a car being chased by police in an assault investigation crashed in west Mobile, police said.

Davis denies candidacy for AG post Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:23:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- Rep. Artur Davis swatted down rumors he's being considered for the attorney general position by President-elect Obama and reiterated that he intends to pursue statewide office next year.

Gas prices keep falling, delighting drivers Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:28:00 CST
Gas prices have changed back to the way they were in 2006. Experts predict that drivers will not.

Bailout plan shifts; banks now the focus Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:54:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- The Bush administration is embracing an old adage when it comes to its financial rescue plan: Try, try again.

Economic experts deliver gloomy news Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:13:00 CST
A vice president of the Atlanta branch of the Federal Reserve Bank and a vice president of RealtyTrac, a firm that tracks foreclosures, didn't deliver the good news that Todd Strange was looking for Wednesday.

Georgia-Pacific to close Ala. plant Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:14:00 CST
PETERMAN -- Georgia-Pacific has announced it will lay off 300 workers and shut down its plywood mill in Monroe County in mid-January, a new blow to a rural county already fighting a high unemployment rate.

Area home construction down 60 percent since July 2007 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:27:00 CST
In some parts of the tri-county area, sidewalks skirt newly paved streets in what would be lovely neighborhoods, if only there were neighbors.

Plan will help some homeowners Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:26:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- Once again, the government has offered another plan to help troubled homeowners. Once again, critics say it doesn't go far enough.

Stocks drop on spending worries Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:28:00 CST
NEW YORK -- Wall Street got another dose of painful reality Tuesday and sent stocks diving as investors recognized that few industries are safe from the consumer spending slump -- whether they're building homes, making cars or selling coffee. The Dow Jones industrial average lifted off its lows of the day, but still closed down nearly 180 points.

Global pessimism squashes crude oil prices Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:29:00 CST
SINGAPORE -- Oil prices hovered near 20-month lows at $59 a barrel Wednesday in Asia as investors come to grips with the prospect that global growth next year will slow more than originally feared, cutting demand for crude products such as gasoline.

Circuit City files for Chapter 11 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:16:00 CST
Circuit City filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Monday in a move to make sure the struggling retailer will have merchandise on its shelves for the holiday shopping season.

AIG bailout swells to $150B Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:17:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- When the government offered an emergency loan to insurer American International Group in September, eyebrows shot up at the $85 billion price tag. Now it looks like pocket change.

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