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    There are only 2 viable options to end Russia’s war on Ukraine
    Columnists, Opinion
    There are only 2 viable options to end Russia’s war on Ukraine
    by By Dan Mueller Guest columnist 
    June 11, 2025
    After his second term, President George Washington warned the new nation to stay out of foreign entanglements. Washington knew how foreign entanglemen...
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    Rural Acres Garden Club celebrates 50 years
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    HERE AND NOW
    Rural Acres Garden Club celebrates 50 years
    June 4, 2025
    The Waco Rural Acres Garden Club was established in the fall of 1974. There were 16 charter members. Agnes Sugg served as its first president. Doris B...
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    Lawsuit abuse reform must be a top priority in 2026
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    Lawsuit abuse reform must be a top priority in 2026
    June 4, 2025
    As someone who had the honor of serving in the Alabama Legislature, I’ve seen firsthand the opportunities and challenges facing our great state. Alaba...
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    Second Chance Canine cares about stray dogs
    June 4, 2025
    We all love our dogs. They are part of the family. We take them for daily walks around the neighborhood. We let them tag along for short rides in our ...
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    Delta Kappa Gamma welcomes new members
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    Delta Kappa Gamma welcomes new members
    May 28, 2025
    The Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Upsilon Chapter recently held a banquet at North Highlands Church of Christ. Hostesses were Emily Rush, Cheri McCain, Leah...
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    Congratulations, Class of 2025,now go forth and conquer
    May 28, 2025
    THE ISSUE: Graduations are more than formal ceremonies, they are a symbol of completion and progress. It’s a time to celebrate all you’ve been through...
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    It’s time to usher in the Golden Age of America
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    It’s time to usher in the Golden Age of America
    May 28, 2025
    When I was growing up, most products at the store had a tag that said “Made in the USA.” These days, it’s more common to see things are “Made in China...
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    GFWC Book Lovers Study Club receives awards
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    GFWC Book Lovers Study Club receives awards
    May 21, 2025
    The GFWC Alabama Federation of Women’s Clubs held its 130th annual state convention at the Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel and Conference Center ...
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    Workforce diploma option is a change that’s long overdue
    May 21, 2025
    The traditional path to high school graduation has always been focused on preparing students for postsecondary education opportunities. For those high...
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    ‘Powering Growth’: Economic strength begins with energy
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    ‘Powering Growth’: Economic strength begins with energy
    May 21, 2025
    America’s economic future hinges on energy — its reliability, affordability, and availability. Nowhere is that future being written more decisively th...
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    RUSSELLVILLE -- The city has received what its auditor called a “clean opinion” on its fiscal year 2024 audit, meaning no significant deficiencies or ...
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    Place of Grace opens recovery home in Franklin County
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    Hamilton: Title II funding freeze is a concern
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    R U S S E L L V I L L E – Franklin County Superintendent Greg Hamilton is concerned about the status of more than $6 billion in federal education gran...
    July 9, 2025
    Fire Department receives new $2.2M platform truck
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    RUSSELLVILLE Firefighters and city officials showed off the Fire Department’s new $2.2 million 100-foot platform fire truck in a safety demonstration ...
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    Jeffreys named new head football coach at Red Bay
    Jeffreys named new head football coach at Red Bay
    RED BAY -- Tyler Jeffreys has been named the new head coach at Red Bay High School.
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    Hamilton to play baseball at Blue Mountain College
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    6 local students accepted into FAME program
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    Junior golfers hone skills through summer program
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    RUSSELLVILLE -- A young generation of golfers teed off this summer at Twin Pines Country Club, thanks to a local effort to create opportunities for ch...
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