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One rough 'n ready measure of effectiveness of a county road maintenance program is miles of local roads – roads not maintained by the federal or state government – paved each year. For the last several years, Blount County has averaged paving roughly 50 miles per year, according to commissioners' statements. This year, fewer than 10 miles will be paved. With the economy's prospects still uncertain, next year could be no better than this one. Or it could be worse. More ... The best kept secret in Alabama is whether Chief Justice Sue Bell Cobb will toss her bonnet into the governor's race. Recently she said she was torn between her current position and the possibility of seeking the governor's office. "I have been torn between those who encourage me to run for governor, and those who want me to continue my work as chief justice," Cobb said. And she added that at that point she was not ready to make a decision, saying that she would continue to seek advice. More ... Election Next Tuesday The Run-Off Democratic Primary will be held next Tuesday. At this time a candidate for Governor is to be nominated. There are two candidates asking for the nomination – Col. Bibb Graves and Major Frank Dixon. The two contenders for Secretary of State are Howell Turner and Gilbert Davis. M.C. Sivley and Frank Embry are in the contest for Circuit Solicitor. The race for Probate Judge of Blount County is between J.R. Copeland and Ernest Harmon. In the race for Circuit Clerk F.W. Reid and Birl Brown are the contenders. More ... Everyone is at risk for heat injuries during the hot weather, but as summer sport camps kick into gear, I wanted to stress the importance for everyone to stay hydrated. High temperatures combined with high exertion, unless combined with adequate fluid intake, can lead to cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Many camps do not have athletic trainers or medical staff present but most all coaches are very aware of the importance of keeping the athletes hydrated. More ... This article is one of a series on the faces and forms of addiction. It is a collaboration among Alden Brindle, intensive outpatient director at Hope House; his wife Marie, Hope House counselor; and writer Nancy Jackson. Addiction has the following characteristics: tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, denial/deception, and loss of willpower. Hook removal More ... |
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