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Damage still being examined in Cherokee County EF3 storm by AnnistonStar
May 03, 2011 |  0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
More than 30 homes were destroyed in Cherokee County when a tornado moved across the county Wednesday, packing winds of 150 to 160 mph. The tornado has been classified as an EF3, crossing into Calhoun County near Knighten's Crossroads near U.S. Highway 278 and tracking across the county int...
Honda to move production of the Acura MDX to Alabama by AnnistonStar
May 02, 2011 |  0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Honda plans to shift production of the Acura MDX luxury sport utility vehicle to Alabama in 2013.  The move allows the popular Honda CR-V SUV to be made at a factory in Alliston, Ontario, Canada, where the MDX is now built.Honda plans to shift production of the Acura MDX luxury sport utility veh...
FEMA in Tuscaloosa to evaluate victims' losses, help with aid by AnnistonStar
May 02, 2011 |  0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Workers with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and other federal disaster relief programs began entering the state and Tuscaloosa Sunday in an effort to register victims of Wednesday's tornadoes. Community response workers began the process of reaching people affected by the storm by ...
Anti-gambling issue fades in Alabama Legislature by AnnistonStar
May 02, 2011 |  0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
State lawmakers in Montgomery have not introduced a single bill this year to legalize or prohibit types of gambling — a stark contrast from the past 2 sessions, both dominated by gaming debates.  "That issue is radioactive," said Todd Stacy, spokesman for House Speaker Mike Hubbard, R-Auburn. ...
Talladega teen able to save girl he met in an online chatroom by AnnistonStar
Apr 29, 2011 |  0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
There is currently no shortage of cautionary tales of the dangers lurking in cyberspace, especially for young people. But sometimes it also presents opportunities to do tremendous good, and even to act heroically. Blake Robinson’s actions Friday night fall into that category. Robinson, 17, ...
Obama to visit Tuscaloosa as death toll climbs by AnnistonStar
Apr 29, 2011 |  0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
Gov. Robert Bentley walked the streets of his hometown on Thursday, followed by a small entourage. He shook his head and squinted his eyes over what was left of the homes, businesses and lives at the intersection of 15th Street and McFarland Boulevard. Read the full story from The Tuscalo...
Hope turns to sorrow in search for 5-year-old by AnnistonStar
Apr 29, 2011 |  2 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Two satellite trucks for television crews set up on the street behind what had been the Rosedale Apartments near 10th Street, as volunteers searched for a 5-year-old girl last seen at the spot of her demolished house. Helicopters and jets flew back and forth over the swath a tornado carved ...
Best things to send Alabama tornado victims? Money, water and snacks by AnnistonStar
Apr 29, 2011 |  1 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Open up your purses and wallets: That’s the way to accomplish the most good for the thousands of Alabama households affected by Wednesday’s tornadoes, the head of the local Salvation Army said Thursday.  But there’s also a need for bottled water and snacks, and at least two local groups are ac...
University of Alabama cancels final exams, reschedules commencement by AnnistonStar
Apr 28, 2011 |  0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
The University of Alabama has suspended operations on campus due to recovery efforts from Wednesday’s tornado that hit Tuscaloosa, according to a statement released today.  According to the statement on the university’s website, final exams have been canceled next week. Read the full story ...
FBI Issues Tornado Relief Fraud Alert by AnnistonStar
Apr 28, 2011 |  0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
The FBI today reminds Internet users who receive appeals to donate money in the aftermath of Wednesday’s tornados to apply a critical eye and do their due diligence before responding to those requests.  Sadly, past tragedies and natural disasters have prompted individuals with criminal intent to...

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