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Sen. Dick Brewbaker says Republicans likely to disagree over Bentley amendment
MONTGOMERY, Alabama --- Sen. Dick Brewbaker of Pike Road said he and his Republicans colleagues will probably be divided on whether to accept Gov.
Lawmakers have completed some heavy lifting, have more to do on session's last day
The Alabama Legislature has moved a lot of heavy legislation so far. This includes both budgets, an overhaul of the Alabama Accountability Act, pro-life legislation aimed at abortion clinics, repaying a state trust fund, allowing for a partnership to build a hotel at Gulf State Park, consolidating law enforcement agencies in the state, and ... (more)
Bassmasters tournament: Chapman picks his spots and grabs lead
As Pike Road angler Keith Poche was fishing Friday morning, he watched Brent Chapman try a spot about 100 yards away, then pack up and change spots.
Taste of the Gardens slated for Thursday
The sixth annual Taste of the Gardens will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at Southern Homes and Gardens, 8820 Vaughn Road.
Bassmaster Elite Series: Pike Road's Poche is on his home turf
Keith Poche remembers the early years of tournament fishing and how one of his first trips was to Lowndes County near White Hall, launching his boat into the Alabama River from Holy Ground Battlefield Park.
House committee approves school security officer bill
A House committee approved a bill that would allow school systems to hire armed guards, provided the security officers had current law enforcement training.
Deatsville resident completes training; now a financial rep
Country Financial announced last week that Hunter Harris of Deatsville has completed training and has been named a financial representative for the Illinois-based company's office in Pike Road.
Senate passes bill allowing schools to hire armed guards
Schools could hire trained, armed security personnel if a bill approved by the Senate on Tuesday becomes law.
Today is the day to 'Pay it Forward'
Say hello. Buy someone coffee. Send a note. Give flowers. Feed the homeless. Today is Pay It Forward Day, a reminder to perform small acts of kindness that can help anyone feel a little better, according to the Global Pay It Forward Movement.
Pike Road to conduct roadside clean-up event on April 27
The town of Pike Road plans a spring clean-up event this Saturday to collect garbage from along roadsides in town.
Tips on preparing for future triathlons
The next triathlon in Montgomery will be a beginner tri in September at The Waters in Pike Road.
Movement against common core is based on 'faulty information and fear,' Alabama business leaders say
In their second letter urging Republican lawmakers to rethink their planned repeal of Alabama's common core curriculum standards, the state's top business leaders today asked that the Senate Rules Committee block Senate Bill 403 from coming up for a floor vote.
Is Obama teaching the class? Common core fight heats up in Montgomery with planned rally
Opponents of Alabama's common core curriculum standards demonstrate outside the state capital during a rally in February.