Census: Small US cities lose luster in downturn Nov 16, 2009
Anchorage Daily News. Daylight : 9:08 AM - 4:20 PM. (Anchorage Daily News)
Census: Small Cities Struggle In Downturn Nov 16, 2009
Census Shows Fewer Graduates Moving To 'Exurbs. BY HOPE YEN, Associated Press Writers. (KSBW 8, CA)
5 Republicans, 1 Democrat running for House seat Nov 14, 2009
Republicans running for the House seat include funeral home owner K.L. Brown of Jacksonville, Anniston attorney Debra Jones, Jacksonville State University professor Bill Lester, Jacksonville business owner and former legislator Tom Shelton and Jay Dill of Jacksonville. Dill works for a family-owned business. (WSJA.com, AL)
Veteran's Day events 2009 (Statewide) Nov 7, 2009
Parade watchers in Anniston can see and touch military vehicles and equipment on display at the city's Annual Veterans Day Parade. Visitors can climb aboard a WWII Battleship, the USS Alabama in Mobile and enjoy a free Pops concert at Battleship Memorial Park. (WSJA.com, AL)
AHSAA football playoff first round pairings Nov 5, 2009
Jemison (5-5) at Anniston (6-4). Lincoln (7-3) at Bibb County (10-0), Centreville. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Rogers opposes Pelosi health care bill Nov 1, 2009
Rogers said he plans to deliver a copy of the bill to the Anniston Public Library for viewing on Monday morning before he comes back to Washington, D.C. He said he hopes to be able to fully read and review the almost 2,000-page bill before the Democratic Leadership brings the bill up for a vote. The Pelosi health care reform bill is expected to come to the House Floor for a vote at the end of next week. (WSJA.com, AL)
Phone operators plug Atmore into the 1950s Nov 1, 2009
J. Whisenhunt, principal of Escambia County Training School, resigned his position here to take a similar job with the Anniston School System. Brooks Memorial Church ordained two local young pastors, Douglas White and Wilmer Baker. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Iraq casualties Oct 25, 2009
Forces: U.S. tion/Casualties - Special Reports from CNN.com. There have been 4,671 coalition deaths -- 4,354 Americans, two Australians, one Azerbaijani, 179 Britons, 13 Bulgarians, one Czech, seven Danes, two Dutch, two Estonians, one Fijian, five Georgians, one Hungarian, 33 Italians, one Kazakh, three Latvians, 22 Poles, three Romanians, five Salvadoran, four Slovaks, one South Korean, 11 Spaniards, two Thai and 18 Ukrainians -- in the Iraq war as of October 23, 2009, according to a CNN... (CNN -- Specials)
Franken Still Working Off Minn. Recount Debt Oct 21, 2009
She received her master's degree in journalism from UC Berkeley and has worked as an intern in the Los Angeles Times' Washington bureau, reporting on a variety of topics, and as a reporter for the Anniston Star in Alabama. Her work has also appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle, the Oakland Tribune, Congress Daily and on National Public Radio. (Newsmax)
Handicapping the hall's starting field Oct 6, 2009
Hometown: Anniston, Ala. Competed: 1949-1951. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Open thread on Obamas health-care speech Sep 10, 2009
Whatever you do, don t try to buy health or life insurance if you live in Anniston, Alabama ... Anniston is a good example of what you get from the chemical industry if you leave them unregulated. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Allatoona may be next battle in water war Aug 16, 2009
Gadsden, Anniston and Montgomery sit in the basin. Alabama Power Co. owns and operates numerous reservoirs, dams and hydroelectric plants across it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Hall Strengthens Cowboy Secondary Aug 12, 2009
The 6-foot-2 and 195 pound Anniston, Alabama native looks ready to make an impact for the Cowboys after he was named the most improved secondary player during spring drills. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Wyoming Sports -- Rivals.com)
Principal 's job fulfills dream Aug 10, 2009
HOMETOWN: Anniston, Ala. COLLEGE: University of Alabama at Birmingham. (The Augusta Chronicle)
2011 in-state defensive notebook Aug 6, 2009
Long, rangy defender was a sophomore starter for Class 5A Anniston, and Johnson, 6-foot-4, 206 pounds, has the athleticism to also play outside linebacker if needed. Columbia's comes from good bloodlines with several brothers who played collegiately and a father who stands 6-foot-8. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
TRM and WSN honored by AHSAA Jul 21, 2009
Alabama School for the Blind (1A)*; Alabama School for the Deaf (1A); Anniston (4A). Ashville (4A)*; Clay County (2A)*; Cleburne County (4A); Coosa Christian (1A); Donoho (1A)*; Faith Christian (1A); Fayetteville (1A); Gaston (1A); Hokes Bluff (1A)*; Lineville (1A)*; Oxford (6A); Randolph County (2A); Sacred Heart Catholic (1A)*; Saks (4A); Wadley (1A)*; Westbrook Christian (2A); White Plains (3A). (Brewton Standard, AL)
Atypical July: AC off, clothes don't stick Jul 21, 2009
Record-low tempertures Monday. Source: The Weather Channel. (USA Today)
Water decision leaves metro Atlanta high and dry Jul 19, 2009
They could just scoop it up out of those rivers and streams over in Anniston and package it and ship it right on over here to Georgia. I Report (-: You Whine ). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Foreclosure sales this week Jul 12, 2009
US Bank v. Mark J. Finelli, et al, 1631 Anniston St., Holly Hill, single-family residence. LaSalle Bank v. Joseph P. Patrizio Jr., 4421 S. Atlantic Ave., Unit 2-A, Ponce Inlet, condo. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
View the complete class rankings » Jul 5, 2009
10 ESPN 150 prospects This year's surprise class closed with a bang down the stretch on signing day with signatures from No. 6 offensive tackle (Anniston, Ala. No. 3 tight end (Fayetteville, S.C./Terry Sanford) and No. 3 running back (Jacksonville, Fla. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Lori Strand Hired To Work With Samford Distance Runners Jul 1, 2009
Strand, an Anniston, Ala. native, moved to Birmingham in 1995 to attend the University of Alabama at Birmingham. (Samfordsports.com)
Message in the skies (5) Jun 23, 2009
Anniston resident Carl Harbuck, who has been piloting airships for 12 years, pilots the airship. He holds the world record for airship endurance flight without stopping or refueling at 24 hours, 39 minutes and 55 seconds. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Wind Creek takes to air Jun 19, 2009
Anniston resident Carl Harbuck, who has been piloting airships for 12 years, pilots the airship. Article Rating. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Legend to celebrate a century Jun 18, 2009
There was a Senator from the Anniston area who was a veterinarian. This gentleman brought a large briefcase onto the Senate floor everyday. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Round-by-round results Jun 16, 2009
New York Mets -- John Pilkington, RHP, Oxford HS, Anniston, Ala. 1395. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Georgia, Auburn negate Tech’s edge for Ayers Jun 5, 2009
Yeah, right, and I have the edge on Jennifer Anniston. BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The plop thickens for Sacha Baron Cohen and 'Bruno' Jun 2, 2009
The setup: Baron Cohen's film crew manages to get Bruno onto the grounds of the Alabama Military Academy, which trains officer candidates from across the nation, in Anniston. Bruno, who exposes his thong underwear while changing clothes, does fine until a cadet recognizes the comedian and notifies officers who aren't familiar with Baron Cohen. (USA Today -- Life)
Long past heyday, oldest black Ala. city in peril May 26, 2009
Wedged between two predominantly white cities, Oxford and Anniston, it has a few white residents. During the 1800s, Walker said, it was an all-black section of Oxford called Mooree Quarter, a possible reference to old slave quarters in the area. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Some just aren't good at science May 19, 2009
She writes: "I came over to Anniston to go to the Chapter 62 WAC Vets meeting and picnic. Fun was had by all.". BLOG ALERT: Eighty-two years ago this week, the world was transfixed by Charles Lindbergh's trans-Atlantic flight. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Chrysler aims to reject agreements with 3 local dealers May 15, 2009
Superior Jeep Chrysler Plymouth, Anniston. Pierson Jeep, Gadsden. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Fantasy NASCAR - Free Apr 28, 2009
Anthony Ballantoni suggests some options for the Aaron's 499 in Anniston, Alabama. NASCAR Player News. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
2 tornadoes spotted in Florida as storms plague South Apr 15, 2009
A total of 22,290 customers were without power in the Tuscaloosa area and 6,096 in the Anniston area. . (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Rapid Rail project gaining steam Apr 11, 2009
Anniston, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Biloxi, Gulfport, Miss. Mobile are among those Langford invited. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Lady Cougars win two, Dadeville now in top 10, CACC baseball wins 12-0 Apr 9, 2009
This performance by Smith comes on the heels of a tournament in Anniston this weekend, in which she gave up only one run total in 19 innings, including leading her team to a 1-0 win over Class 5A Moody. The Lady Cougars went 3-2 in the tournament. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Auburn among top cities Apr 2, 2009
Anniston, ranked 108, Dothan, ranked 113, Decatur, ranked 130 and Gadsden, ranked 170, were also on the list. Forbs also released a list outlining how the nations largest cities compared to each other. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
2008-2009 MSU Baseball Signees Mar 28, 2009
All-conference selection, team MVP and Anniston Stars Area Player of the Year ... PERSONAL: Born Charles Clellon Watson on September 18, 1990 in Anniston, Ala. (GenesPage.com)
Claud Quinto McQuiston (6) Mar 26, 2009
Claud Quinto McQuiston, age 88 of Anniston, Alabama passed away on March 23, 2009. He was born in Crossett, Arkansas, the son of John McQuiston. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Locals headline Alabama rosters Mar 20, 2009
Class 6A MVP Jordan Swing of Vestavia Hills High School, Class 4A Milton Curry of Anniston, and Class 2A MVP Devondrick Richardson of Barbour County headline the 12-member boys roster chosen by the AHSADCA Selection Committee ... Rounding out the boys team are 6-foot-8 Indiana signee Christian Watford of Shades Valley, highly-recruited 6-1 point guard Eric Bledsoe of Parker, 6-7 forward Brandon Peterson of Erwin, 6-2 guard Herbert Brooks of Eufaula, 6-9 forward Wendell Lewis of Selma, 6-7 center... (Madison County Record, AL)
Borat stunt fools US national guard Mar 18, 2009
The school is located at the Army's old Fort McClellan in Anniston, 105km east of Birmingham. Footage from the visit could be included in Cohen's upcoming movie featuring his character Bruno, a gay Austrian fashion writer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'Borat' star fools Ala. National Guard into training stint Mar 18, 2009
The Guard's public affairs office said Monday that comedian Sacha Baron Cohen and a film crew pulled the stunt in mid-February at the Alabama Military Academy in Anniston, about 65 miles east of Birmingham. The ruse was going well until a young cadet recognized him and notified officers. (USA Today -- Life)
'Bruno' Star Tricks Ala. National Guard Mar 18, 2009
Officials confirmed Monday that Sacha Baron Cohen recently tricked the Alabama National Guard into allowing him onto a post in Anniston, giving him a military uniform and briefly letting him go through officer training exercises. The ruse was going well until a young cadet recognized Cohen, who is filming a new movie. (Click2Houston, TX)
One-day trips with Amtrak Mar 4, 2009
Take short Amtrak ride to Clemson, Toccoa or Anniston for quaint fun ... Amtrak train pulls into Anniston, Ala ... To the north passing over the highest train trestle on the East Coast along the way are Toccoa and Clemson, S.C. To the south is Anniston, Ala. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Snowy surprise: Winter storm blankets Nort... Mar 3, 2009
The Rev. Shane Lambert, pastor of Eulaton First Baptist near Anniston, Ala. said his congregation held a missions conference Sunday, but canceled the main service because of the snow. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rare snow blankets South as East braces for storm Mar 2, 2009
The Rev. Shane Lambert, pastor of Eulaton First Baptist near Anniston, said his congregation held a missions conference Sunday, but canceled the main service because of the snow. He said falling snow made visibility poor for travelers in that area, which reported up to 5 inches. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Short train trip is quaint, fun Feb 27, 2009
To the north passing over the highest train trestle on the East Coast along the way are Toccoa and Clemson, S.C. To the south is Anniston, Ala ... Say that a few times in rapid succession and it s easy to see how the name morphed into the present-day Anniston ... His job is to meet the train in Anniston and help passengers board in the scant minutes the train stops. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Are Sunday alcohol sales possible for city? Feb 19, 2009
The other cities that will be eligible to vote on the issue if the bill is passed are Tuscaloosa, Gadsden, Anniston, Decatur, Dothan, Florence, Selma, Athens Enterprise, Ozark, Sheffield, Sylacauga and Talladega. Councilman Richard Langford and councilwoman Lottie Wyckoff were not immediately available for comment. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
H.S. Basketball Regional Pairings Feb 16, 2009
Guntersville vs. Anniston, noon ... Guntersville vs. Anniston, 1:30 pm. (WSJA.com, AL)
For local musicians, house concerts bring the music home. (Last modified: 02/12/09) Feb 14, 2009
He adds that he likes to explain the story behind his song "When Grandpa's Barn Came Down," which is about his grandparents' old farm in his hometown of Anniston, Ala. "Now who would write a song about a barn coming down? You can see why if I explain what the barn meant. Grandpa's barn was where my mom and dad met as kids. "When I was a kid, I played hide and seek there. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
KSR Presents The Wildcat Recruiting Class 09 Feb 8, 2009
" , Defensive End, 6-3, 260, Jr-JC, Long Beach, Calif. (Dominguez/Los Angeles Harbor College The nation's No. 15 junior-college prospect by Rivals.com Listed No. 33 in the juco ranks by SuperPrep Played at Los Angeles Harbor College, where he was a teammate of current Wildcat signee Participated in 15 games during his two seasons at Harbor, totaling 63 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss, 7.5 quarterback sacks, four pass breakups, four quarterback hurries and one fumble recovery ... (BigBlueNation.com)
SE fests for Jan. 16-18, beyond Feb 7, 2009
Anniston The 29th annual Black Heritage Festival, Feb. 21 at the Anniston Museum of Natural History, features speeches by area students, a marketplace of African-American arts and crafts, and musical performances. 256-237-6766. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
