Florence, Ala. | Thursday, May 23, 2013
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Caesar salad not named for Julius
Q: Anytime I have a Caesar salad, I wonder, what is its connection to Julius Caesar? A: While it’s natural to associate the salad’s name with the Roman emperor, the two actually have nothing … more
5/22/13 | 253 views
No keeping up with this Bill Jones
The guys probably had no idea what was about to happen when they were asked to meet at the old Appleby School gymnasium for practice on that winter day in 1979. The University of North Alabama … more
5/19/13 | 865 views
Goat Hill return with cheap labor
In the spirit of austerity, I would like to make a modest proposal for Goat Hill. Bring back the goats. For those who don’t know, Goat Hill is the name of the former pasture where the Alabama … more
5/19/13 | 654 views
Too puzzling to figure out
You know those jigsaw puzzles that have about 500 pieces? Well, generally speaking, this is how I work those puzzles: Step 1: Actually get lazy self off couch and go to dining room table with … more
5/18/13 | 287 views
Rose’s color determines symbolism
Last week, there was a question about the origin of the expression “the devil is beating his wife.” The saying is used as a description of rain falling while the sun shines. I commented that … more
5/15/13 | 482 views
Rethink hiding behind armor of anonymity
Don’t take this the wrong way, but I have noticed a similarity between incivility in online reader forums and getting chased by a pack of dogs. Those of us who enjoy riding a bicycle through the … more
5/12/13 | 887 views
Common sense bill likely to fail
Another piece of common sense legislation is about to be debated in the U.S. House. So, what would you say are the odds of the bill surviving? Unfortunately, the quick answer is the chances are … more
5/12/13 | 1127 views
1-way trip to Mars with no frills included
Want to be a Martian? Well, apparently that is possible. According to a United Press International article, a nonprofit group called Mars One Foundation is taking applications for volunteers who … more
5/11/13 | 548 views
I thought it was just a sun shower
Q: Where does the expression “the devil is beating his wife” originate? I’ve heard this all my life as a description of rain while the sun shines. A: Wow, that is one troubling phrase, right … more
5/8/13 | 730 views
Just wasting away in the left-turn lane
Some drivers plan ahead for left turns with the same deliberation they might use in preparing for retirement. They get into the left lane years before they have to turn. Then, with traffic piling … more
5/5/13 | 1336 views
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Quad City Squares Square Dance Club dances and lessons
Royal Avenue Recreational Center
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Boomers and Seniors dances
The Club
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Spring Valley Vol. Fire Dept. Benefit for Carlos Stanfield
Natchez Trace Harley-Davidson
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fish fry
Underwood-Petersville Volunteer Fire Department
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Northwest Alabama Backgammon Club
Flobama LLC
5:45 PM
Boomers and Seniors dances
The Club
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Overeaters Anonymous
First Cumberland Presbyterian
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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