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November 27, 2008  RSS feed
Thanksgiving Blessings
This Clarke County autumn scene prompts thoughts of the poem by Robert Frost, "The Road Not Taken. More...
Teachers' pay delayed by late state funds
By Ross Wood News Reporter

Strapped state education coffers are forcing the Clarke County Board of Education to do something it has never had to do before — pay teachers and support staff a week later than usual. More...

Commissioners approve central fueling station for county vehicles
By Jim Cox Editor & Publisher

The Clarke County Commission Tuesday approv-ed the creation of a central fueling station for county vehicles despite opposition from the senior commissioner. The county approved the bid of $99,929 from Jordan Petroleum of Lineville for a 16,000 gallon fuel tank and canopy. More...

Christmas going up!

Grove Hill municipal workers erected Christmas decorations on utility poles around town Monday in preparation for next week's Christmas parade and related activities. Christmas is only four weeks away! Photo by Jim Cox More...


 Community
• Card of Thanks
Thank You James Bonds Bonding Company & Battle House Hotel of Mobile District Attorney Spencer Walker & A Secret Safe Place for Newborns would like to thank James Bonds Bonding Co. for the time and effort put into the Annual BBQ Benefit For A Secret Safe Place for Newborns. More...
• State non-profits help expand awareness on Medicare enrollment
• article has image Clarke County brings home state PALS awards
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 Calendar
• Community Calendar
Fulton Christmas parade set —A Christmas parade will be held Saturday, Nov. 29 at 2 p.m. in Fulton. Line-up will begin at 1 p.m. at Spencer Chapel A.M.E. Church. Entry fee will be $5. The parade is being sponsored by the Dickinson and Fulton Unity II Community Organization. More...
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 Church News
• article has image 'Thanksgiving Day undeniably religious'
Viewpoint
On the fourth Thursday of November, Americans will gather with their families and friends to celebrate a uniquely American holiday, a day of thanksgiving, a day devoted to remembering the blessings of God. More...
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 Editorial
• Don't drink and drive during the holidays
Other Opinions
There's nothing wrong with Alabama's drunken-driving laws. They're tough. We were among the first states to lower the blood-alcohol content level to 0.08 percent. A first drunken-driving offense can result in a 90-day suspended driver license, a fine between $600 and $2,100 and up to a year in a county or municipal jail. More...
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• article has image Mr. Ben motors along
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 Lifestyle
• article has image Holiday Eats
ASumptuous Spread for the Family
ach holiday season, hosts strive for the perfect balance between serving traditional fare E and trying out palate-pleasing new recipes. Among friends and family however, the classics — which conjure up memories of holidays past — win hands down. Here's a sumptuous spread that's sure to please the whole family. More...
• article has image Collecting by Larry Cox
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 Schools
• WHMS honor roll announced for first nine week grading period
Wilson Hall Middle School Grade: 5 - All A's Honor Roll Emory Hope Anderson, Megan Dianna Davis, Tamia Janay Fluker, Anthony Curtis Hicks, Dayla Rae Huggins, Christine Huggins Grade: 6 - All A's Honor Roll Charles Allen Henderson, Kelsey Keirria Hixon, Kenneth Eugene Horn, Victoria Lynn Kearley, Khaliyah Ronya Malone, Kaylee Hope Moore, Kayla Lashell Pate, More...
• article has image Dunn's Exxon helps secure $500 grant for school
• article has image Mockingbird Merriment at WHMS
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 Sports
• article has image Jackson's playoff run ends against UMS-Wright
JACKSON—The dream season of the Jackson Aggies came crashing down this past Friday as they lost 33-0 to the visiting bulldogs of UMSWright in the third round of the Class 4A football playoffs. "I am proud of how far these guys have come this year," Coach Jeff Kelly said. "Hopefully our kids can keep it going. More...
• article has image Davis let go at Gulf Shores
• Statewide playoff pairings
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