News news 2008-03-21 Andanh.com

Libraries get $450,000 in grants Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:55:00 CST
Nine library branches each have received $50,000 grants, bringing in a total of $450,000 for the Montgomery City-County Public Library System.

IHOP is coming to Prattville Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:56:00 CST
PRATTVILLE -- Michelle Griffin takes her buttermilk pancakes with boysenberry syrup and a side order of bacon.

Drought eases its grip on the South Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:57:00 CST
Climate experts say drought conditions across the Southeast have improved dramatically with the help of recent rains, but the region is not in the clear yet.

Banks remain wary of home loans Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:57:00 CST
WASHINGTON -- Just when consumers and the U.S. economy need banks to lend more freely, the mortgage industry is making it harder to borrow -- even for those with good credit.

In celebration of Easter Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:43:00 CST
Callen Gadilhe, left, 3 and a half, and Adeline Gadilhe, 5 months, have their picture made with the Easter Bunny during the Deer Creek Homeowners' Association's annual Easter celebration Thursday at the Deer Creek Clubhouse in Montgomery.

Police capture suspect after chase Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:46:00 CST
A high-speed police chase ended at Eastdale Apartments after the driver of a 1996 Honda Accord crashed into a parked vehicle, hitting several cars, and fled on foot early Wednesday morning.

Ex-teacher pleads guilty to sodomy Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:42:00 CST
A former Montgomery Public Schools teacher could face a maximum of 40 years in prison for having a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl who was one of his students.

Group fights improper sale of annuities Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:43:00 CST
Alabama's securities commissioner says the top priority facing investment regulators in the state is stopping the inappropriate sale of annuities to the state's older residents.

French join air power discussion Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:43:00 CST
Members of the world's oldest air force were at Maxwell Air Force Base this week for discussions on air power, strategy and doctrine.

Program celebrates women's history Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:46:00 CST
The Auburn Montgomery Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs will hold a program in celebration of Women's History Month on Wednesday.

Jewelry sale to aid needy cancer patients Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:46:00 CST
The Montgomery Cancer Center Wellness Foundation's Jewelry Sale continues from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today on the second floor of the center's Oncology Building, 4145 Carmichael Road.

Congressional hopeful backs end of Iraq war Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:42:00 CST
A candidate for the 2nd Congressional District has signed up in support of a nationally known plan to end the war in Iraq.

POLICE BRIEFS Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:58:00 CST
Automotive part stolen

METRO CALENDAR Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:46:00 CST
Today The Downtown Optimist Club will meet for lunch at noon today at the Farmers Market Cafe, 315 N. McDonough St. The speaker will be retired Gen. Neil Smart. 270-1566.

Relief from above: Experts believe area will see needed precipitation this spring Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
Climate experts say drought conditions will improve this spring for most of the Southeast, bringing some relief to anyone who grows things for a living. The National Weather Service issued its spring drought and flood outlook Thursday morning, predicting that northern Alabama and Georgia, as well as most of Tennessee and North Carolina, will see enough rain to chip away at last year's drought.

China issues Most Wanted list of rioters Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
BEIJING — China issued a "Most Wanted" list of 21 rioters Friday -- shown in grainy photos waving knives and fighting during last week's violence over Chinese rule in Tibet. Thousands of troops continued to push into western China to contain unrest.

Alabama judge draws ACLU scorn for circle of prayer in courtroom Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
MONROEVILLE — A south Alabama judge presiding in a church-related lawsuit has drawn the scorn of civil liberties lawyers for ordering his courtroom into a 'circle of prayer.'

3 candidates' passport files breached Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
WASHINGTON — The passport files of the three presidential candidates -- Sens. Barack Obama, Hillary Rodham Clinton and John McCain -- have been breached, the State Department said Friday.

Iraqi troops clash with Shiite fighters Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
BAGHDAD -- Iraqi security forces clashed with Shiite militia fighters southeast of Baghdad on Friday, the second day of fighting that killed at least two police officers and two gunmen, police said.

Cheney, Saudis to talk about oil security Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — High oil prices paining U.S. consumers is a key topic of Vice President Dick Cheney's talks Friday with Saudi King Abdullah, yet it's unclear whether Cheney will ask the Saudis to increase production to bring down prices at the pump.

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson endorsing Obama Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
SANTA FE, N.M. -- New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, the nation's only Hispanic governor, is endorsing Sen. Barack Obama for president, calling him a 'once-in-a-lifetime leader' who can unite the nation and restore America's international leadership.

BAE Systems gets new MRAP contract Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
The Anniston branch of BAE Systems will get $47.2 million to build 65,000 metal armor plates for combat vehicles commonly deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. The plates are part of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected package applied to various combat vehicles for protection from roadside bomb blasts and small-arms fire.

Mayor stripped of hiring powers Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
The Wadley Town Council voted Thursday to remove the mayor's powers to hire and fire city employees. Five council members voted for the resolution, which cuts the mayor out of the hiring process. Mayor Bruce Albright, who is a member of the council, cast the only dissenting vote.

Calhoun County BOE discusses nonprofit for art Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
Wendy Chapman, a third-grade teacher at White Plains Elementary School, uses art to help children visualize concepts in science. Wednesday, the children broke out their Crayolas and drew landforms such as mountains and volcanoes. Like other elementary schools in the county, White Plains is left to its own devices when it comes to teaching children about art and music.

Jacksonville residents form tree committee Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
From now until March 26, Jacksonville residents will have the chance to fill out a survey that could be used to help write a new tree ordinance. A temporary tree committee, an extension of the city's Alabama Community of Excellence program, will use the survey results to craft a new ordinance to be presented to the council, committee members said.

George Smith: It's been a 38-year run for Eiland Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
George Smith's column for Friday, March 21, 2008.

Global wheat shortages raise price of flour Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
LOS ANGELES — When Julien Bohbot opened a French-style patisserie six years ago, he thought the competition for his small Delice Bakery would come from the other kosher bakeries down the street. But now Bohbot is competing with bakers from Paris and Pretoria — all in search of flour.

Victoria's Secret too sexy, chief exec says Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
A Victoria's Secret ad campaign once asked customers the question 'What is sexy?' Now, the lingerie chain's top executive is asking herself 'what is too sexy?' In a recent call with industry analysts, Victoria's Secret's chief executive Sharen Turney said the brand had become too sexy for its own good.

Kohl's announces April grand opening for Oxford store Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
Kohl's, a department store chain, has announced the April 9 opening of their Oxford location. Ronnie Lanier, store manager, said the company is excited about coming to Oxford as he and about 130 employees ready for the store's opening. The Oxford Exchange store is the eighth Alabama location for the chain.

Commodities prices drop on stronger dollar Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
NEW YORK — Commodities prices plummeted Thursday, with precious metals, agriculture and crude oil futures all falling sharply as a rebounding dollar led to heavy selling of hard assets.

Roebuck ends 43-year career at The Star Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
In the nearly 44 years that he worked at The Anniston Star, George 'Butch' Roebuck had a firsthand view of how technology has changed the printer's craft.

Devil of a time: Duke slips past upstart Belmont Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
WASHINGTON — Using every last one of Gerald Henderson's 21 points, including the go-ahead basket with 11.9 seconds left, and one key steal by DeMarcus Nelson, Duke barely avoided what would have been a monumental upset, edging Belmont 71-70 in the first round of the West Regional.

Anderson, Alabama stars win in overtime Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
PELHAM — The hardwood was laid out over a thawed hockey rink. The announcer was loud and boisterous. And against a far wall hung a Canadian flag. It was clear the setting was not Spring Garden. But in the end, Thursday's Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Classic turned out just like a Lady Panther game.

Tide coaches get bump Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
TUSCALOOSA — Alabama assistant football coaches received pay increases Thursday ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, keeping Nick Saban's staff among the highest paid in the Southeastern Conference.

Raiders finalize deal for Hall Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Raiders and DeAngelo Hall agreed to terms Thursday on a $70 million, seven-year contract that cleared the way for the former Pro Bowl cornerback to be dealt from Atlanta to Oakland.

Kings for a day: Ogilvy and Jimenez keep their noses in front of Woods Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
DORAL, Fla. — Tiger Woods kept his head down as the rain fell harder and never broke stride as he followed a series of winding stairs and back doors, each step taking him farther from the Blue Monster. A security guard politely asked for an autograph, and Woods reached for a pen and forced a smile. A tough day at the office.

The effects of bad policies: Our laissez-faire mistakes Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
On Monday, President Bush gathered his top advisers and news camera crews to the White House's Roosevelt Room. The economy, already wheezing and on life-support, needed immediate attention after one of Wall Street's leading institutions nearly crashed and burned over the weekend.

Trying to prevent proration: How will debt be repaid? Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
Alabama has two accounts from which money can be drawn to keep state schools from absorbing mid-year budget cuts if the economy goes bad. The first of these is the Rainy Day Account, which allows the governor to 'borrow' up to 6 percent of the 2002 education budget — some $248 million — from the Alabama Trust Fund.

Phillip Tutor: The legacy of Jacksonville's trees Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
The morning after the revolution ended in Jacksonville was a muddy, stormy mess. It didn't seem to matter. The trees, power lines woven through them, stood proudly. A circuit judge had ruled it so.

James L. Evans: Why I believe in the Resurrection Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
On Sunday, Christians around the world will celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus. The Resurrection is viewed by believers just about everywhere as the foundation of Christianity. They assert that by raising Jesus from the dead, God has defeated death and secured for all who have faith the gift of eternal life. Unfortunately, that's where it ends for many.

Speak Out ... Time to eliminate 4 percent sales tax on our groceries Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
Feedback and commentary from Anniston Star readers.

Obituaries for Friday Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:45:49 CDT
Obituaries for Friday, March 21, 2008.

County schools have Earth Day field trip Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
On the first day of spring, Calhoun County fourth-graders took their annual Earth Day Field Trip at McClellan. They learned about recycling, eating well, staying safe around power lines and the unexploded ordnance that remains on many undeveloped parts of the former Army base.

Anniston school board sets meeting to discuss cost-cutting Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
The Anniston School Board on Thursday set a date for a work session to discuss cutting school system costs. The board also adopted a plan that shows the state the cost-cutting options the board will consider.

Anniston councilman pushes home abatement issue Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
Although it may be illegal, Anniston City Councilman Ben Little still wants the city to begin tearing down houses with 'too much' criminal activity.

Arrest made in connection to Glen Addie shooting Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
Anniston police have arrested a suspect on charges connected with a March 15 shooting near Glen Addie Homes that injured a 29-year-old man and a 54-year-old bystander.

Alabama Power to continue tree-cutting program Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
MONTGOMERY — Alabama Power Company has no plans to stop cutting down trees around the state despite a judge's ruling this week that the utility couldn't remove trees in a Jacksonville neighborhood, a spokeswoman said Thursday.

Ethics Commission to investigate complaint against secretary of state Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
MONTGOMERY — The State Ethics Commission notified former attorney general candidate Mark Montiel that it is looking into his complaint against Secretary of State Beth Chapman.

Youthful-offender status sought by 41-year-old man Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
HANCEVILLE — A 41-year-old Hanceville man charged with sexual abuse and torture of several children wants to be tried as a youthful offender, contending the alleged crimes occurred before his 20th birthday.

North Alabama approved for new 60-bed hospital Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:11:46 CDT
MONTGOMERY — The state's Certificate of Need Review Board has approved building a new hospital in North Alabama after six years of debate, but construction on the project could be stalled if the decision is appealed.

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