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Tommy Arthur dodges bullet with 7th stay of execution

Alabama’s Death Chamber

ATMORE-Condemned killer Tommy Arthur received his seventh stay of execution on Thursday around 11:00 pm.

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Governor awards grant to make vital sewer repair for Red Bay dogfood plant

Governor Robert Bentley

MONTGOMERY— Gov. Robert Bentley has awarded a $200,000 grant to help the city of Red Bay make a vital sewer repair needed to keep a major employer up and running.

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Tommy Arthur execution delayed by 2 hours

Tommy Arthur (ALDOC)

ATMORE-Death row inmate Tommy Arthur will live two more hours after the state agreed to a US Supreme Court request to delay the execution.

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Florence Mayor Haddock issues written farewell address

Outgoing Florence Mayor Mickey Haddock

To the Citizens of Florence:

A s I close out my term as Mayor, I want to say what an honor it has been to serve you. It has by far been the most challenging job I have ever held, but at the same time, it has been […]

Nine People Indicted for Trafficking Heroin, Fentanyl and Cocaine

BIRMINGHAM – A federal grand jury last month indicted nine people as part of an illegal drug ring trafficking heroin, fentanyl and cocaine in Jefferson County, announced U.S. Attorney Joyce White Vance and Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent in Charge Stephen G. Azzam.

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State will go through with Arthur execution at 6:00 pm unless courts intervene

Tommy Arthur (ALDOC)

ATMORE-Officials at Holman Prison are again attempting to execute Tommy Arthur.

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Colbert Ash Stack Closure Complete

 

In closing and covering an ash stack at retired Colbert Fossil Plant, TVA creates not only safety but also scenery.

TUSCUMBIA—TVA recently completed a $16 million project to close the dry ash stack at the now-retired Colbert Fossil Plant in Colbert County, Ala. Started in the summer of 2015, this 67-acre project […]

Hometown Good Eats: Mary visits Claunch Cafe in Spring Park

See Mary Lord for all of your real estate needs at Coldwell Banker / Pinnacle Properties or call her at 256-394-9495.

In Episode 3 of Hometown Good Eats, Mary Lord visits Claunch Cafe in Tuscumbia, Al. Claunch Cafe is located in Spring Park and is owned by Chris Claunch.

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Don’t we all need a friend?

Friend, not Frank, the name the rescue operation gave him

“Friend” is a reddish-brown submarine of a dog not unlike a cross between a miniature Jersey cow and tan Easter Bunny. His extra long hash-brown colored ears, silkier than satin, frame his stoic, bovine face. Friend cuts an imposing figure based on bulk […]

Tony Cox is running for Lauderdale County License Commissioner.

Tony Cox Candidate for Lauderdale County License Commissioner

I’m seeking this office because I want the challenge – to make this office the best that it can be.

-No matter who holds this office, you’ll still get your notice and go get your registrations renewed annually.

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Colbert County Farm-City week celebration Nov. 17

TUSCUMBIA – Each year in November, Colbert County residents gather to celebrate the relationship between farmers and urban residents.

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