Fitzpatrick News

By KIM N. PRICE and DAVID GOODWIN / The Wetumpka Herald Email this story Sgt. J.W. "Bo" Knight places his ballot in a voting machine Tuesday afternoon.

Note: Montgomery Public Schools will have kindergarten registration from 9 a.m. to noon through June 15 at all traditional elementary schools. via Montgomery Advertiser

Note: Montgomery Public School's Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters Program received $250 from the Jake Aronov and Aronov Realty Management Inc. via Montgomery Advertiser

Note: More than 300 parents, children, community leaders and program supporters recently gathered at Oak Park to celebrate Montgomery Public School's HIPPY'S 15th annual picnic, which serves as an appreciation ... via Montgomery Advertiser

Note: All Montgomery Public Schools and central office sites will be closed Friday for a weather day. via Montgomery Advertiser

“I think he is afraid to run against Murphy because he knows he would lose and he's just looking for a paycheck”

Saying he is ready for a change in how he serves the public, former congressman and Bucks County commissioner Michael Fitzpatrick has announced he will run this year for the state representative seat held by ... via PhillyBurbs.com

For months, Bucks County political circles buzzed with speculation about whether former U.S. Rep. Mike Fitzpatrick would try to retake his U.S. House seat from Democrat Patrick Murphy.

That ended Tuesday when Republican and retired Marine Col. Tom Manion, whose son Travis was killed in action last year in Iraq, announced he would challenge Murphy for the seat.

Now it looks as if Fitzpatrick will run for the state House of Representatives -- against first-term Democrat Chris King in the 142nd Legislative District. Read more

“We certainly think highly of Tom Manion”

After months of speculation, Tom Manion, a Republican from Doylestown Township, is expected to announce today that he plans to run for Congress this year against freshman Congressman Patrick Murphy, D-8. ... via PhillyBurbs.com

“Some leave their children in a stranger's care. We also appeal to the public to think about their safety first and not drink and swim.”

BUFFALO City's law officers will be on high alert today as thousands of revellers make their way to the city's beaches to celebrate the start of the New Year. via The Daily Dispatch

“I still love it, and I'm honored to serve the families in our district.”

A year ago, Bucks County Democrats and Republicans were still scratching their heads. via Intelligencer News

“The most common argument against my proposal was always, 'Would YOU want to work in the place where the OTHER students were grouped?'”

Comments that include profanity or personal attacks or other inappropriate comments or material will be removed from the site. via The Washington Post

Note: Make plans to attend the 2007 Capital City Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. Friday. via Montgomery Advertiser

“Deer control their own number by what food is available. If there isn't as much food, fewer deer are born...there really isn't anything to substantiate worries that a bunch of deer will starve to death.”

The annual fall and winter hunts were initiated in 1995 to decrease the deer population order to reduce what the Montgomery County Department of Parks calls "deer-human conflicts" The Department of Parks plans ... via Takoma Voice

“Guys and Dolls'; The first-grade Show Choir, directed by Ahna Baggett, sung 'Ahna's Angels'; and the middle school Show Choir, directed by Christy Johnson, sung 'Trinity Singers.”

Bear Exploration Center: Fourth-graders in Kris White's class explored Alabama history during a recent visit to the state Archives and History Building. via Montgomery Advertiser

“A Celebration of E.D. Nixon Sr.: A Salute to the Community, Its School and Its Governance.”

Note: The Maggie Street Community Development Corporation and Maggie Street Missionary Baptist Church are sponsoring a rally for school students titled 'Unifying the City of Montgomery --- Rebuilding the ... via Montgomery Advertiser

Survival in HIV-1-positve adults practicing psychological or spiritual activities for one year. via Positive Technology Journal

“They are able to communicate with teachers and see what needs to be done”

Parent-teacher groups are off to a great start this year in the tri-county schools, the result of growing participation and record-setting fundraisers for classroom supplies and other resources to aid area ... via Montgomery Advertiser

Baldwin Arts and Academics Magnet: Students will take pictures today during P.E. classes. via Montgomery Advertiser