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All Those Silver Spoons at the Florence City Council
A reader has commented on another reader's comment. She wanted us to know that Jackie Hendrix wasn't born with a silver spoon in his mouth. What does that mean exactly?Here's one take:The phrase "born...
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How Much is That Doggie in the Shelter?
Often we're asked the price of adoption from Florence-Lauderdale Animal Services. The regular fee is $85.00; however, there are specials from time to time. To be sure, you need to call 256-760-6676.Is...
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Ricky Pickett: Back in the Race
Ricky Pickett, retired engineer, has announced he's back in the Florence mayoral race. We're still seven weeks away from qualifying, so the contenders can still change, but at this point, we also...
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Mr. Peabody Has Nothing on the Lauderdale County Commission
We know...you don't own it. Or maybe you do, but just don't care. Or maybe you do and are "working on it." Sorry, guys, this isn't enough.After the recent rains and flooding, the road isn't safe....
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Why Won't Andy Mow the Lawn?
We all remember when Florence mayor Andy Betterton refused to clear ice-covered roads leading to the shelter - all two blocks of Robertson Road from Chisholm. Florence Mayor Andy Betterton Refuses to...
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These Trains "Have an Agenda"
At approximately 2:30 this afternoon, Sheffield was besieged by three trains (the first one stopped), blocking all three crossings in the City on the Bluff...or is that the Center of the...
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Makin' Whoopee in Lauderdale County Schools Has Gotten "Embarrassing"
There was a time when "makin' whoopee" in high school usually involved a few soul kisses between the quarterback and a cheerleader. These days it often involves a student and faculty/staff member.A...
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Missing: Austin Ashley
A 25 year-old Northwest Alabama man has been reported missing. According to his parents, Austin Elijah Ashley hasn't been seen in one week. He was last seen on Huntsville Road and may be traveling to...
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Tomorrow at the Florence Animal Shelter!
Who will get pie in his face tomorrow at the Florence Animal shelter? C'mon, surely you can think of someone deserving.On Wednesday, Kris from Jordan's Way will be at the shelter. It promises to be a...
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Do You Ever Wonder Where Belaki Is?
Last July, Muscle Shoals head baseball coach Blake Beck parted ways with the Colbert County school. The exact circumstances were never made public, but Belaki seems to have landed on his feet. He's...
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Jesse L. Payne ID'd as Lauderdale Shooter
Jesse L. Payne, a Lauderdale County husband and father, has been identified as the shooter in an early morning murder/suicide. Payne's father, Ralph L. Payne, has been identified as the 61 year-old...
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Phil Campbell Mayor Has Jumped Ship
There were rumors of restless natives on Tuesday night in Phil Campbell. At least half the City government took extra precautions and failed to show for the semi-monthly meeting that produced at least...
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Alabama 50501 is Here
It appears the edge of the UNA campus will be fun tomorrow. We suggest you avoid the area. If you're not sure what 50501 is, the organization states it want to celebrate the upcoming 250th anniversary...
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Who Did This at Lagrange?
Some little vandal really proved his stuff at Lagrange Cemetery. The ugly piece of snix not only defaced several graves, he got in an advertisement for the Prince of Darkness.If you know who painted...
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Get Your Billy Ray Simpson Brooms Here!
Who cares about Pickett, Tyler, McCoy, or Griffin? Ambassador Billy Ray Simpson has brooms for all the Florence ladies. It doesn't matter if you're black or white, there's no charge for one of his...
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John & Noah: Real Harvey Wahl Bangers!
John C. and Noah Leviticus Wahl are brothers living in Limestone County. The two Anabaptist political activists assist their family in running an extremely profitable butterfly farm, as well as...
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Happy Easter 2025
It's Easter again, a time for renewal. Think about that. Whatever needs to be renewed in your life, let it be now. We know you can do it!Happy Easter,All of Us at Shoalanda Speaks
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Billy Ray Simpson "Names" Shooter
The Florence shooting that took place at Southern Oaks Village Apartments has been shrouded in mystery. The initial press releases were so convoluted that it appeared to some that as many as four or...
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Florence Throws Away Two Million?
If you've fallen behind in the ongoing saga of Who's on First at Florence City Hall, here's a quick primer:* For years and years, several City offices have been located in the Florence-Lauderdale...
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Muscle Shoals Says "Off with Their Trashy Roofs"
There's nothing like kicking someone when they're down, and the City of Muscle Shoals has it down to an art form. We're not sure how many manufactured homes were damaged in the recent tornado, but...
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An Animal Activist Speaks Out
While we are not yet endorsing any candidates for mayor/council positions in the Shoals, we found this essay very interesting:I can not imagine for a second why anyone would want another term of...
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And Now a Word about Sheffield...
Our blogger J. Redmon says the above scene of strewn garbage is a common sight on one of his regular Sheffield routes. He's complained to the City, but to no avail.Moving on to another pressing issue,...
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Another Animal Activist Speaks
Another animal activist speaks out on the upcoming municipal elections. (Note: This blog has not as yet endorsed anyone running for either mayor Council in Northwest Alabama.)Good morning. This is...
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NACOLG Does Sheffield
After redoing City of Florence voting districts, NACOLG has taken its shears to Sheffield. The interesting thing to us was District 5, where the city gurus moved only four voters. We have to ask if...
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Where Did These Kids Come From?
An educator recently asked us to comment on the latest statistics for Florence High School. The academic numbers didn't surprise us as much as the number of students classified as disadvantaged.The...
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