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Supreme Court lets COPA die

The U.S. Supreme Court this past week dismissed an appeal of the Child Online Protection Act (COPA) without comment. Read more

by Scott Mims, Sunday, January 25, 2009 12:00 am

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Grocery tax up for debate again

The issue of whether or not to repeal Alabama’s 4-cent sales tax on groceries is still alive among state lawmakers. Read more

by Scott Mims, Friday, January 23, 2009 10:36 pm

Lifestyles

Tickets for ‘Blast’ go on sale

Every year, people file into Chilton County High School auditorium to hear students sing songs that take them back in time. That’s the whole ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, January 22, 2009 10:47 pm

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More than a teacher

I lost a special person in my life this past weekend. Sue Payton, my third grade teacher, went on to be with the Lord. Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, January 22, 2009 10:27 pm

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County women’s GOP club forms

Patsy Carroll wants women to know that they can be heard. Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 21, 2009 8:03 pm

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Locals react to Obama’s Inauguration

People of different racial backgrounds came together at Clanton’s NAACP building yesterday to have a bowl of chili and watch the historic Inauguration of President ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 21, 2009 12:59 am

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City needs help with cemetery

JEMISON — The City of Jemison has maintained Pine Hill Cemetery for 30 years or longer, but there are many unanswered questions about the site. Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 21, 2009 12:57 am

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With a resounding voice

On the surface, it could have been any parade. Kids scrambled to pick up candy thrown on the ground, fire engines sounded their sirens, ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Monday, January 19, 2009 10:26 pm

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Crops bounce back in 2008

Alabama’s peach crop more than tripled its production from 2007 to 2008, the state Department of Agriculture and Industries reported last week. Read more

by Scott Mims, Saturday, January 17, 2009 7:49 pm

Lifestyles

Stayin’ loose

Loose Change isn’t your typical barbershop quartet. Yes, they sing a cappella numbers in four-part harmony, don stylish costumes, and compete — but if ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Saturday, January 17, 2009 2:05 pm

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Men’s breakfast, rally 8 days away

Guys, you might want to eat light next week. Sunday, Jan. 25 is the annual Men and Boys Brotherhood Breakfast at Pates Chapel. Read more

by Scott Mims, Saturday, January 17, 2009 12:00 am

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Space station visible over next few nights

Clear nights this weekend may offer stargazers a chance to spot some interesting things in the sky. Read more

by Scott Mims, Friday, January 16, 2009 8:53 pm

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Jemison woman faces charges of credit card fraud

Jemison Police arrested a woman yesterday on multiple charges of fraudulent use of a credit card. Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, January 15, 2009 9:49 pm

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Peach production meeting is next Thursday

Peach growers from across the state will converge here Thursday, Jan. 22 for the annual Chilton Area Peach Production Meeting. The meeting will be ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, January 15, 2009 9:30 pm

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Playing it by ear

“Turn your hymnal to page number...” you used to hear in church services every Sunday. But these days, you don’t see too many people ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, January 15, 2009 9:25 pm

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