Decatur, Ala. | Wednesday, May 22, 2013
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Editorials
‘Republicans are making headlines’

As the final day of the Alabama legislative session wound down Monday, House Speaker Mike Hubbard sent a mass email with the subject line, “Republicans are making headlines.” They are indeed, …

Plenty to do in this small city

Decatur is a small city, but no one could tell it from looking at the number of activities available to residents and visitors. On Friday and Saturday, a riveting Soulstock concert attracted …

Dealing with working poor

The state got good news on the economy Friday, as did Morgan, Limestone and Lawrence counties. Unemployment continues to drop, lower than it has been since 2008 in much of north Alabama. The data …

Gun bill tragedy in the making

Scott Beason, R-Gardendale, the Senate sponsor of a gun bill, should keep his mugshot updated with media outlets. So should Rep. Ed Henry, R-Hartselle, the House sponsor. The likely consequences …

Bentley fix stops awful school law

Gov. Robert Bentley made a mistake, owned up to it and now is trying to correct it. Lawmakers, who made the same mistake, should follow his lead. Bentley's mistake was signing the …

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Daikin Festival
Morgan County Fairgrounds
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
St. Ann?s Seafood Festival
Annunciation of The Lord Catholic Church
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