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  1. Lee County Sheriff’s Office reportsRead the original story

    3 hrs ago | Topix

    * Unauthorized breaking and entering a motor vehicle was reported Tuesday on the 300 block of Lee Road 2141 in Phenix City after someone took $2 in change between 8 p.m., Oct. 13 and 5:30 a.m., Oct. 14. * Identity theft was reported Tuesday by a resident. ...

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  2. Russell County Coroners Truck Causes A StirRead the original story

    13 hrs ago | Topix

    There are new complaints from folks upset over the way the Russell County Coroner transports deceased victims of crimes and accidents. News Three told you about initial complaints three months ago.

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  3. Davis speaks to Lee County DemocratsRead the original story

    13 hrs ago | Topix

    Lee County Democrats gave U.S. Congressman Artur Davis a standing ovation — twice — when he urged them at a fundraiser banquet Tuesday night to spread the word.

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  4. Columbus, Phenix City drivers happier with $3 gasolineRead the original story

    13 hrs ago | Topix

    Tuesday afternoon, Elijah McKissic was at a Columbus convenience store. He pumped gas into a friend's car. "I'm still not happy with this price," said the professional tree cutter, referring to the cost of $3.05 per gallon. "I'm glad to see that $4 stuff go away, but I won't be happy until I can put two gallons of gas in a car for a five dollar bill."

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  5. Phenix City Schools to hold family fitness festivalRead the original story

    Tuesday | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

    The Phenix City Public Schools' Child Nutrition Program will hold a community-wide Family Fun Fitness Festival on Saturday, Oct.

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    Related Topix: Life, Nutrition, Food

  6. Lee County Sheriff’s reportsRead the original story

    Tuesday | Topix

    * Burglary and theft of property were reported Friday on Lee Road 146 in Opelika after someone took a shotgun, two rifles and ammunition between 5 and 10 p.m. * Burglary and theft of property were reported Friday on Lee Road 374 in Valley after someone took 126 OxyContin pills...

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  7. 18-wheeler with $500,000 in auto parts reported stolenRead the original story

    Tuesday | Topix

    A tractor-trailer containing approximately $500,000 in automotive parts was reported stolen from an Opelika industrial area sometime during the weekend, according to authorities.

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  8. No gas? Dial-a-ride or catch the bus!Read the original story

    Tuesday | Topix

    Getting around without a car is a little easier for local residents. Russell County and Muscogee County have both extended routes.

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  9. New Restaurant in Town, But Why Now?Read the original story

    Monday | WRBL News 3

    ... morning. The new restaurant is located on 10th Street in the old farmer's market. The other restaurant is in Phenix City. With all of the struggles on Wall Street and main street, why open a restaurant now? "Today we have fried chicken, meat loaf, ...

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    Related Topix: Life, Dining, Dining

  10. Chat: Dinich, 4 ETRead the original story

    Monday Oct 13 | ESPN

    ... change. Spiller's comments were very revealing, and Bowden had obviously lost anyone who supported Harper. Josh (Phenix City,AL): After what appears to be a horrible season at Auburn, what are the odds Tuberville is considered as a canidate for the ...

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    Related Topix: Cullen Harper, Sports, Clemson Tigers NCAA Football, NCAA Sports, Clemson University NCAA, NCAA Football

  11. History-making women seek PSC presidencyRead the original story

    Monday Oct 13 | Topix

    Two women who made Alabama political history are trying to become president of the state’s utility regulatory board — a low-profile position that offers both candidates something they don’t have now: a public office.

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  12. Local parents determined to keep kids in private schools, regardless of economic pressuresRead the original story

    Monday Oct 13 | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

    ... private schools have had no significant drops in enrollment or cutbacks in programs. Only Glenwood School in Phenix City has lost about 30 students this year and has about a $150,000 budget deficit. "We're grateful that enrollment has not been ...

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    Related Topix: Kids, Family, Columbus, GA

  13. Man robbed at ATM

    Sunday Oct 12 | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

    A Phenix City man was robbed late Saturday while at an ATM, Columbus police said.

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  14. Genealogy Query - KINSMAN : WADE : WRAGGRead the original story

    Sunday Oct 12 | Cousinconnect.com

    ... Tara yevette webb.. my maiden name is Wade...His birthday is december 1, 1981. He was born at Cobb hospital in Phenix City Alabama. Russell County alabama. He was Adopted from Ashland , alabama. Clay county DFACS handled the adoption. We have ...

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  15. Phenix City Library Is Seeing More MembershipRead the original story

    Sunday Oct 12 | Topix

    The sounds of library card activations have become a steady rhythm these days at the Phenix City library.

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  16. Tuskegee-Morehouse game secondary to parade, tailgatingRead the original story

    Saturday Oct 11 | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

    ... Classic Parade each year -- but one especially. "I love to hear the bands," said the 51-year-old Phenix City woman. "When I go to the game, I love to sit by the band." The renowned marching bands of Tuskegee and Morehouse universities, as well as ...

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    Related Topix: Tuskegee University, Columbus, GA, Muscogee County, GA

  17. Motorcyclist dies after crash into utility pole

    Saturday Oct 11 | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

    A Fort Mitchell, Ala., man died Saturday after crashing his motorcycle into a utility pole in Phenix City, Russell County Coroner Arthur Sumbry Jr. 4 comments

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  18. Auburn Fans Are Being Warned About ScammersRead the original story

    Saturday Oct 11 | Topix

    Some football fans have become all too familiar with seeing empty parking lots after a game night at Auburn. Auburn Police say they are starting to receive more phone calls from football goers who say people are impersonating parking attendants.

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  19. Dothan falls short against CentralRead the original story

    Saturday Oct 11 | Dothan Eagle

    A potential season-changing win for Dothan came up 19 yards short. The Tigers, who rallied from a 14-point deficit, fell 27-25 to Central-Phenix City when the Red Devils' Taurance Bass intercepted a pass at the ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Sports Etc.

  20. Tuskegee-Morehouse rivalry brings out former playersRead the original story

    Friday Oct 10 | Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

    ... else followed suit. "The first year I played, I noticed the atmosphere there," Nickerson, a former Central-Phenix City and Columbus Lions player, said. "Now, I always get my players excited for the game. They say, 'Coach Nick, you're always excited ...

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    Related Topix: High School Football