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White House’s Christmas tree a symbol of resilience for hurricane-hit NC farms
The Cartner family had known since last year that one of their farm’s Christmas trees would be headed to the White House this winter. But ...
Tom Mayer, Author at Athens The News Courier
News
Federal appeals court won’t block nitrogen gas execution
A federal appeals court said Monday it will let the nation's third execution with nitrogen gas go forward this week in Alabama, rejecting arguments that ...
by Tom Mayer, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:32 am
Columns
(Column) The 2026 governor’s race has begun
During the past year, I have been on a speaking tour throughout the state — especially leading up to the General Election on November 5. ...
by Tom Mayer, Friday, November 15, 2024 11:59 pm
News
American Legion Posts to Help Blount, Cullman, Limestone, Madison, and Morgan County Veterans
Military veterans in and around Blount, Cullman, Limestone, Madison, and Morgan Counties are invited for a special service session at the American Legion Post 15 ...
by Tom Mayer, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:39 pm
Editorials
Our view: Health officials bring season’s tidings
It’s already that most magical time of the year … the time when a simple inoculation can save you — and others around you — ...
by Tom Mayer, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 11:59 pm
Columns
(Column) A spiritual depression
A spiritual depression stalks the United States. It cannot and will not be alleviated by elections.
by Tom Mayer, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 11:59 pm
News
Alabama health organizations encourage Alabamians to ask their physician about immunizations for fall and winter
The Alabama Department of Public Health, the Alabama Hospital Association and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama are encouraging Alabamians to ask their ...
by Tom Mayer, Monday, November 11, 2024 4:52 pm
Columns
Steve Flowers: Alabama is a one-party state
Alabama is a one-party, ruby red Republican state. This is a given in both state and national political races — especially presidentially, as you saw ...
by Tom Mayer, Saturday, November 9, 2024 11:00 pm
Lifestyles
Senior announcements for the week of Nov. 11, 2024
Limestone County Council on Aging Office: 256-233-6412 Hours: Elkmont, East Limestone, Tanner, Owens Senior Centers are open 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Goodsprings Senior Center is ...
by Tom Mayer, Saturday, November 9, 2024 10:55 pm
Editorials
Our view: Did you vote to restore harmony?
For years, decades — probably centuries — Americans have told themselves and each other that the most important thing they could do for their country ...