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Time for all Americans to unite behind Obama Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
I am Caucasian. I voted for John McCain because I felt that he was older and wiser, not because of the color of his skin. I could offer many witnesses to prove that I am not a racist.

Rise in teen pregnancy alarming Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
Few public health issues have more -- and more serious -- implications than teen pregnancy. It is on the rise in Alabama after years of steady decline, and that is a deeply worrisome trend.

Still more wonders sure to follow Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
Wow. What an inspiring letter from Don Nolte on Nov. 6. I can only marvel at everything that will be accomplished by an Obama presidency.

Vote had many shades of symbolism Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
This was written on Nov. 5:

Butts represent bigger problem Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
Don Pouncey is "spitting into the wind" if he has done anything but relieved some of his frustration with smokers.

Don't blame South's solid Republican voters Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
I am so proud to see that the majority of the people of Alabama and all the Southern states, except the Northern-infiltrated state of Florida, are still conservative Republicans.

Court race spending hurts image Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
The perception of impartiality, the idea that cases are decided solely on their own merits, lies at the heart of the judicial system. Once that perception is eroded, public confidence in the system erodes as well, and with sad consequences for a society in which the judiciary is a vital component of government.

Time to reconcile our differences Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
First, let me congratulate President-elect Obama for winning the confidence of a majority of the American people. If there were ever a time to reconcile our differences and move to a higher plane in this country, it is now.

Book sales help support library Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
Thank you for helping to spread the word about our book sale at the Morgan Memorial Library. We appreciate the Rave in your Saturday edition, and for the article in your Sunday edition.

Too many Americans' heads in sand Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
This past summer, Congress approved the stimulus rebate package, which was sent to about 138 million taxpayers in order to stimulate the economy. Now Congress is bailing out big companies with $700 billion. Congressmen counted on getting re-elected with huge donations from these executives by using your tax money.

Wearable works of art Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:58:00 CST
Fashion can be a form of art, but some designers and artists are using fashion as a canvas for artwork -- allowing you to wear your art on your sleeve.

Committee honors artist, businesses Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:18:00 CST
More than 50 years ago, the doors of a Monroe Street location opened and later closed as the rear entrance of the Montgomery Fair department store. On a recent Wednesday evening, those doors opened again to reveal the renovated ground-floor interiors of the new David Keith Braly Gallery.

Thanksgiving turducken Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:10:00 CST
What shall we have for Thanksgiving this year?

Get your own turducken Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:11:00 CST
If you're interested in serving turducken for Thanksgiving, here are several suppliers. When ordering, be sure to allow enough time (at least several days) for shipping and thawing.

Brining brings out flavor, juices in poultry Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:19:00 CST
A few days ago, Montgomery Advertiser reader Gail Speigner emailed me about brining a turkey. She's heard that it is the way to go if you want a juicy and flavorful turkey or other type of poultry.

Door wreaths evoke cool, colorful feelings of autumn Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:02:00 CST
Maybe you're not quite ready to break out the tangled mass of Christmas lights to staple onto the roof, but you'd like to ease into the spirit of the holiday season with a little decor. Evoke the feeling of fall with a simple, yet lovely arrangement for the front door, crafters suggest. Here's what you need to start:

ReviewTheatre AUM's 'Angels' a provocative, compelling production Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:01:00 CST
Tony Kushner's landmark Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning "Angels in America: Millennium Approaches" finally made its Montgomery debut at Theatre AUM some 17 years after its acclaimed run on Broadway, numerous productions worldwide and an award-winning miniseries on HBO.

Prattville ready for Opelika tonight Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:59:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- Two-time defending 6A state champion Prattville High School plays host to rival Opelika tonight at Stanley-Jensen Stadium, and the fans, having blanketed the town in cardinal and white -- the school colors -- can't wait.

Judicial building OK'd as opposition quiets Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:54:00 CST
The crowd at the Montgomery Planning Commission bore no resemblance to the community meeting earlier this year where 120 preservationists and residents protested the Retirement System of Alabama's judicial building project on Dexter Avenue.

Students send jobs program to top Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:55:00 CST
A school program got high marks again this year, because of its students' success.

Retailers award officers of year Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:02:00 CST
Montgomery Police Department Cpls. Jason Brosius and Mike Myrick took home the award for Law Enforcement Officers of the Year at a luncheon at the Montgomery Country Club.

Judge skips decision over Home Depot Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:53:00 CST
Montgomery County Circuit Judge Charles Price's decision regarding Montgomery and Pike Road's battle over the Chantilly Parkway Home Depot was that he shouldn't make the decision.

Red Cross collecting holiday mail for troops Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:54:00 CST
The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes are teaming up to collect holiday greetings from the public for members of the military and their families in the United States and around the world.

Prattville planning meeting Monday Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:54:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- The city council recently initiated a new comprehensive planning process known as "Project Prattville."

Woman sought on car theft charges Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:55:00 CST
Capt. Huey Thornton of the Montgomery Police department said in a press release that a warrant for Kecia Ellis Maddox has been secured in connection with the Nov. 9 theft of a 2002 Chevrolet Impala from Ralph Smith Motors.

CLASS 6A PLAYOFFS: Prattville's Williams makes the most of his opportunities Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:54:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- Running back Jerodis Williams played a pivotal role as a junior in Prattville's 2007 playoff success.

CLASS 6A PLAYOFFS: Wetumpka faces huge test at Auburn High School Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:57:00 CST
Wetumpka has been here before.

CLASS 5A PLAYOFFS: Carver tackles are rivals off field Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:53:00 CST
Terrance Walters and Brandon Moore plan to try to settle their differences again this year.

CLASS 4A PLAYOFFS: Eclectic buzzing about Elmore County's game against UMS-Wright Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:56:00 CST
ECLECTIC -- Elmore County football is always a popular topic of discussion at "The Table of Knowledge" located here inside the Country Café, a place where locals gather to freely exchange opinions over a cup of coffee.

AISA PLAYOFFS: Edgewood faces Shelby Academy in rematch Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:04:00 CST
Edgewood coach Bobby Carr has warned his team that early-season results don't influence playoff games.

HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK: AHSAA, R&B Media Group form network Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:58:00 CST
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has reached an agreement with R&B Media Group to form the AHSAA Radio Network, AHSAA executive director Steve Savarese announced Thursday.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: Late basket lifts Hooper over Prattville Christian Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:31:00 CST
HOPE HULL -- Garrett Smith's putback with 2 seconds to play lifted Hooper to a 47-46 win over Prattville Christian on Thursday.

ALABAMA FOOTBALL: Bulldogs want to win one for Croom Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:31:00 CST
JACKSON, Miss. -- For Mississippi State players, it's time to win one for Sylvester Croom.

AUBURN FOOTBALL: Tuberville says Tigers ready to play Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:49:00 CST
AUBURN -- Auburn wrapped up preparations for Saturday's Southeastern Conference game against No. 13 Georgia with a one-hour workout at the practice fields behind the Athletics Complex.

TROY FOOTBALL: Miles not taking Trojans lightly Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:36:00 CST
BATON ROUGE -- Troy must make sure it does not look past LSU on Saturday to its next game against Louisiana-Lafayette. Really.

Moore open to run for office Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
Five years to the day after he was ousted as chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court for refusing to remove a massive Ten Commandments monument, Roy Moore said Thursday that he has not ruled out running for office again.

State school board approves 2nd Bible textbook Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
The State Board of Education is giving Alabama's public schools a second choice of books for teaching about the Bible after the first selection drew criticism.

Courthouse vote sparks outcry Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:17:00 CST
SELMA -- A vote along racial lines this week not to rename the Dallas County Courthouse for civil rights pioneer J.L. Chestnut has upset family members and others who support the change.

Senators oppose auto bailout Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:18:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- Alabama's senators oppose giving $25 billion to the domestic auto industry, saying taxpayers shouldn't foot the bill for the companies' bad business decisions. And at least one state representative is leaning the same way.

Beabout preserves history one story at a time Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:16:00 CST
ALABASTER -- Jeff Bea bout majored in biology in college and makes a good living producing playground equipment, but his passion of late has been preserving memories of World War II veterans.

Alabama school board OKs college presidents Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:00 CST
The State Board of Education approved three out-of-state educators Thursday to become community college presidents, which built upon a recent trend of looking beyond Alabama's borders when hiring.

Hawkins may make bid for governor Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:18:00 CST
Jack Hawkins Jr., the chancellor of Troy University, is still mulling the possibility of running for governor as a Republican in 2010.

Two plead guilty in sex tourism case Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:19:00 CST
MOBILE -- Two men have pleaded guilty in Mobile federal court to allegations that they made several trips to Thailand to have sex with young boys.

Four survive small plane crash Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:20:00 CST
TUSCALOOSA -- Four people have survived the crash of a single-engine plane that went down in woods near the Tuscaloosa County Airport.

Criminal suspect flees courthouse Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:20:00 CST
BIRMINGHAM -- A prisoner who escaped from the Jefferson County courthouse while awaiting a hearing remains at large.

Local banks differ on bailout fund package Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:58:00 CST
Colonial BancGroup announced Thursday that it will apply for money under the U.S. Treasury's Capital PurChase Program -- known as the bank bailout package -- but at least one Alabama bank is considering not taking the money.

Spoils system needs change, too Thu, 13 Nov 2008 19:17:00 CST
The Alabama Democratic Party's hierarchy may not have been paying attention when President-elect Barack Obama was talking during the campaign about change and lowering the level of partisanship, but apparently U.S. Rep. Artur Davis was.

Obama's election spurs new hope in students Wed, 12 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
Here in Alabama, where only one in 10 whites voted for Obama, hope has still begun to resonate into the daily lives of my students. They can look me straight in the eye now and smile.

Rush to buy guns senseless action Wed, 12 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
It amazes me that people are running to gun shops and buying up guns because they think President-elect Obama will rewrite the Constitution and do away with the Second Amendment.

Initiative key to reform in state Wed, 12 Nov 2008 23:00:00 CST
The Alabama Silver-Haired Legislature met recently and presented resolutions to Gov. Riley regarding its recommendations of issues for the Legislature to take up.

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