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March 09, 2010
Not too late for stew
It seems that the cold weather is never going to end, so cook up a pot of good stew, add you some corn bread and stay by the fire and enjoy.
March 05, 2010
One word descriptions for the Bluff City
The Winter Olympiad is history for another four years, but I still want to visit British Columbia.
February 26, 2010
They fought for equal rights through their music
February is really a great month, isn’t it?
February 23, 2010
AG King: Alabamians should vote on bingo
It has been my privilege to work in the Office of the Governor of Alabama on two different occasions and for two different governors - Fob James and Bob Riley.
February 16, 2010
Riley obsessed with bingo
Most folks were shocked when Gov. Riley declared that unlike every other state in the country, Alabama was not plagued by nor should we worry about the financial crisis facing our state.
February 09, 2010
On terror trials and improving cybersecurity
Last week, I joined a bipartisan group of my colleagues in introducing legislation that would bar funding for the trial of suspected 9/11 terrorists in U.S. civilian courts.
February 02, 2010
Eufaula’s best ‘Buddy’ tapped for state music hall of fame
I just got off the phone with Buddy Buie, songwriter extraordinaire, who also happens to live on scenic Lake Eufaula.
January 22, 2010
Casserole sure to ‘butter you up’
Buttery Sweet Potato Casserole
January 12, 2010
USDA approves disaster aid
On Christmas Eve, the United States Department of Agriculture designated 66 out of Alabama’s 67 counties, including all counties in the Second District, as primary disaster areas.
January 08, 2010
Alabama voters should push legislature for ethics reform
As we enter the year 2010, senior Alabamians should resolve to improve their State.
January 05, 2010
Delicious new recipes for the brand New Year
Can you believe it? Another year has gone.
December 22, 2009
Riley overcomes defeat of tax hike proposal
When Bob Riley took office in January 2003 he had just survived one of the most bruising gubernatorial elections in history.
December 18, 2009
Coach Buchanan impacted many lives
I didn’t know Coach Bill Buchanan well. As I recall, I only conversed with him once. We chatted for a few minutes on the phone. I don’t remember much of the conversation, but it was a good interview. But I certainly never saw Coach Buchanan pace the sidelines of Senior Stadium as he led the Tigers to victory after victory.
December 15, 2009
Thanks for the music and memories, Motown
I recently had the honor and pleasure of talking to Motown great Martha Reeves.
December 08, 2009
Dip combines artichokes and spinach
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
December 04, 2009
Rockers not afraid to ‘split hairs’
Fashion and taste have never been lost on rock ‘n’ roll.
December 01, 2009
Fob stuns Folsom
When Guy Hunt won the governor’s race over Bill Baxley in 1986, it was well publicized that he was a part-time Primitive Baptist preacher.
November 20, 2009
Highland developers ignore city’s role
Major players in the Alabama low-income housing industry have returned to town and announced that they will build a $6 million apartment complex consisting of 40 units, in six buildings on five acres between Highland and Cotton avenues.
November 17, 2009
Mrs. Threatt’s dressing is perfect holiday dish
Happy Thanksgiving, almost, and for all that have asked me to run this one more time, here it is.
November 06, 2009
Big girls do cry when they hear these songs
To quote Tom Hanks in the movie “A League of Their Own,” “There’s no crying in baseball!” Well, Tom, such is not the case in rock ‘n’ roll.
October 31, 2009
Daddy’s life was short, but meaningful
Saturday, Oct. 31, will be like many weekend days in our house.
October 30, 2009
Deerfield development is raw deal for city
I wouldn’t count on the Deerfield Place developers calling another public meeting - not unless they absolutely have to.
October 27, 2009
Try these comfort food recipes
These recipes were judged to be the best as determined by travelers thru the South’s local diners.
October 16, 2009
His ‘vacation’ includes new sneakers, PB&J
I mentioned to a good Eufaulian last week that I would be on vacation for a couple of days.
September 29, 2009
Bill helps students, saves money
I (recently) voted for the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act.
September 25, 2009
Back by popular demand, more misheard lyrics
Just when you thought it was safe to turn on your radio and sing along with your favorite songs - misheard song lyrics are back!
September 15, 2009
These burgers are ‘crabby’
Crab Cake Burgers
September 11, 2009
She hangs out with rock stars, in her wildest dreams
I had trouble sleeping last night.
September 08, 2009
Wallace understood negative campaigning
When talk turns to politics in Alabama it usually leads to the governor’s race.
September 04, 2009
It was a night full of dumb mistakes
A Montgomery-area television station airs a high school football show called “Friday Night Fever.”
