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Category Archives: Politics
Op Ed: Legislators and Entrepreneurs Must Work Together to Improve Economic Development
From the Lt Governors Office: As your lieutenant governor, I am happy to report the State of Alabama is leading the nation in reducing unemployment. More than 41,000 jobs have been created since January 2011, and your lawmakers are working full time … Continue reading
Jon Chase Formally Enters Race for Probate Judge for Lee County Alabama
It looked like several hundred supporters at the Lee County Courthouse for Jon’s formal announcement seeking the Probate Judge office. From his Facebook page, this: In 1971, Jon became the youngest of four boys to Neil Wayne Chase, Sr. and … Continue reading
Sample Ballot for Tuesday's Election
Here’s a quick link to the Sample Ballot for tomorrow’s election. You might want to take a look before getting your real one.
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Easy Win for David Canon
Opelika’s election to replace Dr. William Lazenby, who died in a recent accident at his home, was an easy win for longtime Oplelika businessman David Canon. Canon’s 439 votes was enough to carry 65.3% of the voters that turned out … Continue reading
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City of Opelika Mourns the Loss of Dr. William Lazenby
The City of Opelika officials were shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Dr. William Lazenby following an accident at his home on Monday evening, June 14th. Opelika Police Officers responded to the residence of Dr. William Lazenby … Continue reading
Final Local Election Numbers
Here’s a quick link to WANI’s website with the current/final numbers in the races tonight. Click Here to See results!
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Who's on the Ballot – Lee County Races
With the June 1st Primary election approaching, here’s a rundown of races that affect Opelika and Lee County. Of course there are several major state races and a Constitutional Amendment on the ballot. I’ll cover that in another post. Circuit … Continue reading
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Political Meet and Greet at Lee County Courthouse
So, Redman and I headed to grab a beer and avoid the politics at the Lee County Courthouse… So here’s our perspective, from not at the event, and not real news, and don’t get angry… Politicians gathered in Court House … Continue reading
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WSFA Report: States Prepaid College Fund Going to Be Okay!
The Alabama Legislature has found a compromise that shores up the state’s prepaid college tuition plan with nearly $548 million over the next 17 years. It also keeps the state’s promise to pay tuition for 44,000 students. The Senate approved … Continue reading
Artur Davis to Unveil Economic Agenda in Auburn Thursday
Gubernatorial candidate Artur Davis will unveil his plan to create jobs and transform Alabama’s economy at a press conference in Auburn on Thursday. Davis’ plan, “Securing Our Economic Future,” will outline policies to grow Alabama manufacturers and small businesses, invest … Continue reading
Survey Say's…
As politics heats up in coming weeks and months, I’ll start sharing some of the emails and press releases being sent over to the Opelika Daily News. Today from the Republican Camps! A poll conducted last week commissioned by a … Continue reading
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Congressman Mike Rogers in Opelika Wednesday
From Congressman Mike Rogers, On Wednesday, January 6th from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., I hope you’ll join me in Opelika at Jimmy’s for a “Congress on Your Corner” event. Feel free to stop for a visit. The location is 104 … Continue reading
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James Thrash Announces Lee County Circuit Court, Place 2
Alabama Assistant Attorney General James Thrash has announced his candidacy for Lee County Circuit Court Judge, Place 2, a position being vacated by retiring Circuit Court Judge, John Denson. Thrash has been serving as an Assistant Attorney General for the … Continue reading
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Thomas Announces for Lee County Family Court
Lee County attorney Melissa B. “Missy” Thomas has announced her candidacy for Lee County Circuit Court Judge, Place 3 – a position being vacated by retiring Family Court Judge Richard Lane in 2010. Thomas has practiced family law in Lee … Continue reading
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Mayfield Announces for Family Court Race
Lee County Assistant District Attorney Margaret Mayfield announced her Republican candidacy for family court judge during an early evening family barbeque on Sunday, Sept. 20. Hundreds of friends and supporters gathered at the home of Drs. Allen and Shirley Lazenby … Continue reading
