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Can Alabama survive sequestration
The politicians in Montgomery are always quick to tell you how bad the federal government is, but those same politicians are more than happy to ... Read more
Capital report for Feb. 22, 2013
As I drove home from Montgomery this week on Hwy 24 from Moulton to Russellville I was very pleased to see the new asphalt layer. ... Read more
School flexibility bill should be fixed or it must be rejected
Public education is one of the most important services our state and local governments provide. All of us want to see our schools improve, and ... Read more
From the Statehouse
The 2013 regular legislative session begins this week. There are a myriad of issues that must be dealt with during their four-month journey. Read more
Democratic Party not dead in Alabama
Since 2010, some people have argued that the Democratic Party is dead in Alabama. They are wrong. There are several reasons why Democrats are not only ... Read more
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Capitol Report for February
It was certainly a pleasure to be able to announce this week that the city of Fayette has received a very well deserved grant in ... Read more
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Thanks for all the help
The Chucky Mullins Memorial Scholarship committee would like to thank all those who helped to make the fourth annual Chucky Mullins Memorial golf tournament a ... Read more
Thanks for all the support
The Russellville City Schools Education Foundation is very grateful for the wonderful support shown by those who bought dinner tickets and attended our first annual ... Read more
Law Day is designed to educate on legal system
Each year the nation observes Law Day on May 1. Law Day is designed to educate people of all ages about the legal system and ... Read more
The governor should listen to Franklin County
I was in disbelief when Gov. Bentley vetoed a bill from Rep. Johnny Mack Morrow and Sen. Roger Bedford that would allow Franklin County to ... Read more
Can we afford such debts?
I voted for President Obama in 2008 mainly because he promised if he were elected he would reduce the national debt. Instead it has about ... Read more
