July 30, 2009 RSS feed / Editorials

'Where are the jobs?'

Report From Congress

Last week, I, along with 75 percent of the House Republican conference and the Alabama House Republican delegation, went to the House floor to ask one simple question that is on the mind of many Americans, "Where are the jobs? More...

Looking back at The South Alabamian

50 years ago July 30, 1959 Clarke Mills announced promotions at its Jackson plant. L.C. Thornton was promoted from shift leader in cloth manufacturing to assistant to Joe Holley, research engineer, in fabric development. More...

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Citizens deserve explanation on road, bridge conditions

Dear Editor: I suggest that the county commissioners explain to Clarke County Citizens why their roads and bridges are falling apart or are behind schedule for repair. More...

Sexual blackmail accused in Siegelman's federal case

Alabama Viewpoint

Sexual blackmail can now be added to the list of the misconduct charges made against federal prosecutors in the Don Siegelman case. More...

Offering some 'good' advice for new pilots

Rambling & Ruminating

Many years ago when I was taking pilot training, I was taught to never totally trust your plane's instruments. You should always have some form of backup plan in case they failed. More...