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What about Pine Street? - The Public Meeting
A meeting was held at the city auditorium on December 6th by Todd Sullivan, asst. Engineer at the city of Florence, where he stated it was to be more of an information meeting as to “where we are”...
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Santa Isn't the Only Thing Comin' to Town
Santa will make it first, but come next Spring/Summer, Florence will be getting a new business courtesy of Wagon Trail Hemp:The parent company's home is in Hanceville and it's owned by Donald A....
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Special: Unofficial Word on Identity of Body
We have heard from two sources who wish to remain anonymous that the body found earlier today near Cloverdale is presumed to be that of missing Florence man Bradley Lard. Mr. Lard has been missing...
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Shoals High Schools Are Just Okay
Want to know how Shoals high schools stack up? The latest report is out. Florence - 80 (B) - 95% Graduation RateSheffield - 72 (C) - 82% Graduation RateDeshler - 82 (B) - 91% Graduation RateMuscle...
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Ketamine: The Other Date Rape Drug
Two things today reminded us of the dangers of Ketamine, an animal tranquilizer commonly given to horses. Today's news brought to light the sad fact that Ketamine was in Matthew Perry's system when he...
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Sheffield, Are You Missing a Truck?
From our long-time blogger J. Redmon:This truck is currently located at a private residence in Sheffield and has been at that location for months. The truck's hood is off and lying on the cab of the...
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Give a Local Gift This Holiday
We've always wanted to make sure all John W. Morgan prints have a good home. Mr. Morgan was a Cherokee/Florence artist who painted local scenes dotted with familiar faces. As we checked this holiday,...
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Want More Internet Sales Tax?
Don't be sad when Christmas is over and New Year's gone. You'll have a new session of the Alabama State Legislature to amuse you.First up, HB17. If this bill is enacted, that $1,000.00 camera or faux...
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A Christmas Miracle on Pine Street
What those who are Florence city government junkies like yours truly would almost call a Christmas miracle took place at the December 19th meeting of the city council. Let me start with this. I have...
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Let's Recycle Right in Florence
For years, we've been committing serious "crimes" while recycling. Our two most common sins have been attempting to recycle clear plastic food/drink containers (think: those nice large Taco Bell...
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22 Days of Listerhill Theft
Steve the Otter MerchFor three weeks this past winter, Listerhill customers in the Shoals (15 Northwest Alabama locations) area were victims of a gang of at least eight individuals who travel the...
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They're Tearing Down a Parking Lot to Build a Parking Lot
A small Federalist clapboard house sat on a Tuscumbia side street. Many said it was the oldest dwelling in that Colbert County town. We often drove by it and looked forward to the day it would be...
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Alabama Crime Theater Presents: Fun & Games with Nitrogen
In 32 days, Alabama will be the center of attention for much of the world. The State will attempt to execute Kenneth Smith, a sometime Florence resident, by depriving him of oxygen. How many care? At...
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Merry Christmas 2023!
Photo Looking North on Court Street by FPDWe sincerely hope each and every one of you have a fantastic Christmas. If 2023 hasn't been all you've dreamed of, we know how to make...
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Sheriff Rick Singleton Tells It Like It Was
Vicky? Vicky's gone to whatever her reward may be.Casey? Would you really trust Casey White to tell the truth about anything?So who is left to tell the tale of the true crime/romance/thriller? We've...
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Free Narcan Kit
The leading U.S. cause of death for those under the age of 45? An opioid overdose. Many of you may know that one of this blog's former writers passed away earlier this year from an overdose -...
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Waiting on an Order from Zulily?
If you think you had a "meh" Christmas, just be glad you didn't work for Zulily. Between mid and late December, Zulily laid off over 900 employees - almost its entire workforce. While many cyberspace...
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Justice for Bradley Lard - Part I
Yesterday, the identities of two bodies recently found in the Shoals were announced. Both were males currently listed as missing persons. We ask our readers to pray for the families of these men....
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Justice for Bradley Lard - Part II
The last time anyone saw Bradley Eugene Lard alive was February 28, 2019 (some accounts use the date March 1st). He was walking near County Road 157 in Lauderdale County. Bradley's mother and sister...
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Our Top Five Blogs from 2023
The year 2023 has, just like previous years, produced some odd, sad, and noteworthy stories. Let's look at them:5. Weeden Home Sold4. Jay Steward Indicted for Murder 3. Inspiration Landing Chickens...
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