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The Good(e), the Bad, & the Ugly
The good? We sincerely hope it will be a new mayor for Florence. Yes, we understand that some things take more time than others. Some projects require state approval and money; however, let's look at...
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Splish-Splash: Rogersville Takes a Bath
Quick: Which serves more citizens, a civic center or a splash pad? It’s not rocket surgery as Dr. Walt Duncan would say. So which is the town of Rogersville getting? Even though many thinking citizens...
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A Monumental Turning Point for Florence
Five Florence mayoral candidates, five choices? Really? Let’s look at them…1. Lillie Mae Boddie, the little candidate who wasn’t there, or isn’t here. Anyone know anything about Ms. Boddie or why she...
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Money to Burn?/A Florence Endorsement
The TD tells us Colbert County volunteer fire departments are asking for more money. Inside sources tell us that one or two of them wouldn’t need more money if checks and balances had been in place....
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Dick-Tater? An Apt Description?
From a reader:I sincerely hope residents of the Shoals realize how important August 23rd is to their future. Apathy and a lack of interest could very well cost everyone another 4 years of lost...
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Chase Holcombe, Jason Olive, & Prince
We’ve heard from Chase Holcombe, 18 year-old candidate for Florence City Council District 5. He feels that we unduly excluded him from being a viable candidate because of his age. Were we ageist? In a...
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Tracking Sex Offenders/Florence District Six
From a reader:I was born in the Shoals and as a small child moved to Mississippi where my parents were originally from. My sister and I lived nearby our cousin and she became another sister to us. That...
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Manslaughter? Is Bryce Graham Crazy?
WARNING: The following blog presents a strong dose of logic; if allergic, don’t read. It’s only been a few weeks ago that we declared our personal feelings toward guns. We’re pretty much middle of the...
View ArticleSpecial: Billy Underwood's Statement on Reaves Toddler Manslaughter Suit
We are publishing the statement of Billy Underwood below. Mr. Underwood is the attorney representing a young husband and father accused of manslaughter in the death of a Colbert County toddler.However,...
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Fraud in Red Bank & the Jack’s Sign Again
Fraud in Red Bank & the Jack’s Sign AgainBy: The Midnight RiderRecently we saw an article on WAAY 31News concerning a member of the Red Bank Volunteer Fire Department that had gotten into some...
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Two Colbert Volunteer Fire Departments Victims of Major Theft
Several weeks ago we began to receive tips concerning a major embezzlement crime at a Colbert County volunteer fire department. Various amounts of missing money were mentioned, but all reported the...
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Where Has Jason Olive Been?/Blended Families?
In case you’ve missed the fireworks, the State of Alabama has a new head of its education department…and he’s not from Alabama. There’s been much criticism about Dr. Sentance’s qualifications for the...
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Muscle Shoals Municipal Elections/SNAP
In less than seven days, the Shoals will hold municipal elections. Unfortunately, many will not vote. It’s unfathomable why some won’t vote in a city election where their ballot just might make a real...
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Sheffield Elections/First Responders?
From a reader: Thank you for what you do. As a volunteer firefighter in Cherokee I did want to make one correction to your recent blog. It was not our fire department but the Cherokee Rescue Squad...
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Russellville Still Has Problems/Voter Fraud
The way to solve problems is first to acknowledge them. Acknowledgement in any area of concern seems hard for many in the Shoals, judging from comments we've received over the years. After Troy Oliver...
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Return to Tuscumbia & Lexington
We've previously endorsed Sandra Killen-Burroughs for mayor of the uber small Lauderdale town of Lexington. We're also going with the gals for the two contested town council seats. Peggy McGee and...
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Killen/Starkey Shooter Trial
If any candidates have last minute announcements, please send them now so they can be published before the election. All readers living in incorporated areas are asked to take the time to vote on...
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The Midnight Rider on Elections
It’s Time to Make a DifferenceBy: The Midnight RiderUsually The Rider writes about things that are wrong, might not be right or something humorous. This time, The Rider is going to write about...
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The Philistines of Rogersville
Someone, perhaps several people, sent out a letter in Rogersville recently. These individuals support Richard Herston’s opponent whom we endorsed. The letters contained incorrect information and...
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Ruff, You Florence Guys!
Everyone in Florence, listen up:Here's what you need to do tomorrow...1. Vote for Susan Goode for mayor!2. Vote for anyone but Dave Smith in District 1!Remember, I've been to basic obedience school at...
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