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Fishing reopens in parts of Mississippi and SE Louisiana as post-oil spill conditions improve

July 30, 2010

NEW ORLEANS — Commercial fishermen were allowed back in some Louisiana waters east of the Mississippi River and in some Mississippi waters today after federal authorities said samples of finfish and shrimp taken there were safe to eat. NEW ORLEANS — Commercial fishermen were allowed back …

Fishing reopens in parts of Mississippi and SE Louisiana as post-oil spill conditions improve

July 30, 2010

NEW ORLEANS — Commercial fishermen were allowed back in some Louisiana waters east of the Mississippi River and in some Mississippi waters today after federal authorities said samples of finfish and shrimp taken there were safe to eat. NEW ORLEANS — Commercial…

The Times picks seven young Huntsville artists defining the city’s art scene

July 30, 2010

Whether working out of a classroom at Alabama A&M, a studio at Lowe Mill or a house in Five Points, young artists scattered around Huntsville are creating works that are interesting, inspiring and innovative. HUNTSVILLE, AL — Huntsville’s young artists are transforming this…

Stars’ Chris Cody named Southern League Pitcher of the Week

July 30, 2010

(From release) The Huntsville Stars’ Chris Cody was named the Southern League Pitcher of the Week for July 12-19. On Saturday, July 17, Cody struck out nine West Tenn batters in just 5.2 innings. He allowed three runs on five hits but the Stars offense…

The Hill picks 2 Huntsville natives, 1 from Mobile for Most Beautiful List

July 30, 2010

The Hill has picked two Huntsvillians and one from Mobile to its annual list of Most Beautiful People on Capital Hill Alexis Latifi, an aide to Sen. Richard Shelby, is one of The Hill’s 50 Most Beautiful People HUNTSVILLE, AL. – Huntsville is on nearly every national list when it …

Alabama news links: Meth kit found in man’s shoe; gun found on councilman’s porch swing

July 30, 2010

Pike County officials find drug paraphernalia in a suspect's shoes, a Houston County man reportedly called in a bomb threat in hopes of getting out of a court date, a thief leaves a gun on the porch of a city councilman and more…

Artist Moore responds to University of Alabama in trademark dispute

July 30, 2010

Daniel Moore claims his use of recognizable Crimson Tide colors and uniforms does not infringe on the trademark. Daniel Moore has done sports paintings of famous Crimson Tide moments since 1979. (Birmingham News/file). Sports artist Daniel Moore has responded to a University …

Rocket City United teams up with Madison to host NPSL’s Final Four ‘Soccer Wars’ through Saturday

July 29, 2010

MADISON — Rocket City United and the City of Madison kicks off a first time event as it hosts the National Professional Soccer League's Final Four and Soccer Wars in Madison today through Saturday. Rockety City soccer team hosting NPSL Final Four MADISON, AL?– Rocket City…

Alabama waters may be reopened for fishing in a week

July 29, 2010

Alabama officials today sent samples of fish, shrimp and oysters from the Mississippi Sound to a Pascagoula, Miss., lab for testing to determine whether the waters can be reopened for fishing, said Maj. Chris Blankenship with Alabama Marine Resources. View full size (Press-Register/Ben Raines) State…

Alabama charities rush to beat IRS filing deadline to keep tax-exempt status (see the list)

July 29, 2010

Small Alabama charities are rushing to beat an October IRS filing deadline. Teddy Bear Land Inc., a small Gardendale-based charity that gives out toys, clothing and food to kids mainly at Christmas, has had it rough in this economy, its founder said. “It’s hurting a little bit. The donations…

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