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May 09, 2008
Opelika wins Game 1, 5-4
The Bulldogs need one more win to clinch a berth in the state championship series next week in Montgomery.
Interviews under way for new principal at Smiths Station High School
Interviews are underway for a new principal at Smiths Station High School for the 2008-2009 school year.
The interview process started on Thursday and continued through Friday.
Unemployment Benefits
Alabama Legislature votes to raise unemployment benefits
Roanoke mayor removed from office
MONTGOMERY - Attorney General Troy King today announced the convictions and removal from office of Roanoke Mayor Henry V. “Spec” Bonner for a violation of the Alabama Competitive Bid Law and a violation of the Alabama Ethics Act.
AU College of Education names Georgia school superintendent outstanding alum
Ron Saunders, an alumnus of Auburn University’s College of Education, has been named the college’s 2008 Outstanding Alumnus.
Alabama attorney general to speak at Officers Memorial Service in Opelika
Alabama Attorney General Troy King will be the guest speaker Tuesday at an Officers Memorial Service in Opelika that will remember fallen law enforcement officers and honor those currently serving. The memorial service is one of many across the nation that will be held during National Police Week.
Joe McAdory: Blue skies, surf, and monsters of the deep
The lifeguard frantically waved his bright orange flags and whistled with increased urgency.
Editorial: Summer swing series part of why East Alabama is special
Those looking to share special family evenings out this summer in a relaxed, fun environment, look no further than Opelika’s Summer Swing concert series.
State school board changes Alabama graduation rules
The State Board of Education voted unanimously Thursday to strengthen requirements for Alabama high school diplomas, but also passed an emergency amendment to potentially allow hundreds of lower-scoring seniors to graduate this year.
Alabama Senate blocks grocery tax removal again
A bill to remove the state sales tax on groceries stalled again Thursday in the Alabama Senate, and time is running out for its consideration. The bill is a proposed constitutional amendment that would remove the state’s 4 percent grocery sales tax and would raise the threshold where a family of four starts paying the state income tax from $12,600 to $20,000 in annual income.
May 08, 2008
Commission voices concern, approves step toward Waffle House
Waffle House wants to build a restaurant on West Glenn Avenue at North College Street, and at Thursday’s meeting, the Auburn Planning Commission reluctantly approved one of the first steps toward that goal.
Food Bank hopes for generous donations during Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive this weekend
Letter carriers in Auburn, Opelika, Tuskegee and rural areas will pick up bags of nonperishable food placed by mailboxes. Click on the headline to view the video.
Lee County water festival under way
An aquifer is underground layer of water-bearing rock or loose materials (gravel, sand, silt or clay) from which groundwater is extracted using a well.
TONIGHT: Thursday’s Sundown Concert at Kiesel Park Cancelled due to weather
Auburn, Ala. - The Thursday, May 8 Sundown Concert at Kiesel Park featuring Jamie Barber and Granville has been cancelled due to predicted inclement weather.
Georgia’s Request To Reduce Water Flows Questioned
WASHINGTON - Georgia’s decision in February to ease outdoor-watering restrictions in metropolitan Atlanta undercuts its claims the federal government should continue limiting downstream flows out of that state, says a Florida official.
Grocery Tax-Roll Call
Alabama Senate roll call on grocery tax removal bill
Auburn pools to open May 19
The City of Auburn pools will open for summer May 19, according to a statement released by the city.
Fourth grade students take part in Lee County Water Festival
The Lee County Water Festival was held Thursday at the Haley Center on the Auburn University Campus. Fourth grade students from all three schools systems in Lee County took part in interactive, hands-on educational learning experience.
Graduation Rules
The State Board of Education has unanimously voted to change the requirements for Alabama’s high school diploma
Opelika firefighters contain sawdust fire at cabinetmaker
Opelika firefighters were able to contain a sawdust fire at Van Nostrand Cabinet on Wednesday afternoon to an outside hopper. One firefighter received a minor injury to his hand, but was able to return to work later that day.
Editorial: New registered voters should be informed on the issues
More Americans who want a say-so in the direction of this nation will make their voices heard.
Putin confirmed as Russian prime minister
MOSCOW — Loyal lawmakers confirmed Vladimir Putin as prime minister Thursday, capping a carefully engineered recast of Russia’s leadership a day after he handed the presidency to his protege Dmitry Medvedev.
Georgia Army posts barracks in good condition
Fort Benning soldiers returning this month from Iraq will find new barracks waiting for them with fresh linens, flat-screen TV’s and semiprivate bathrooms. The condition of the Georgia barracks contrasts those faced by returning soliders at Fort Bragg in North Carolina.
AEA fight against ‘double-dipping’ ban over
The Alabama Education Association’s legislative fight against a so-called “double dipping” ban that would keep educators from serving in the Legislature while employed at two-year colleges is over but the organization pledged it would challenge the policy in the courts, the association’s officials said Wednesday.
May 07, 2008
Nowlin: No large-scale layoff
Despite rumors of a large-scale layoff of teachers in the Lee County School System, Lee County School superintendent Dr. Stephen Nowlin said the fact is that 12 to 15 teachers are expected to lose their positions.
OHS students win multiple art awards
Along with a congressional win, art students at Opelika High School won a plethora of other awards this school year. Click the headline to see more photos.
Police: Take steps to keep your place safe while you’re away
Unlocked windows. A week’s worth of newspapers in the yard. Knee-high grass. Sure signs that someone is not at home. And that’s just what police want residents to avoid.
Richland Road Elementary School opens its doors, ready for new school year
The paint has dried, and the bulletin boards are filled with colorful letters. Now, all that’s needed is the children.
West Point police chief back in the office after incident
The chief is back on the job, and Wednesday, WRBL News 3 sat down with him to see how he’s recovering.
Summer Swing offers free music, lemonade and fun
The banks of Rocky Brook Creek will soon be lined with people, and Municipal Park in Opelika will be filled with the sounds of music — from Broadway hits to Southern gospel — during the 2008 Summer Swing free concert series.
