Month: July 2009

I know, it’s just almost August, and to me in the old days, that would mean another month of summer.  But for some teachers and kids, it’s getting back to school time in coming weeks. The Farmer’s Market is open Tuesday afternoon at 3PM in downtown. Summer Swing  has some good ole Southern Gospel with Fred Jones and the Good News Trio (July 28th) Thanks to the folks over at WSFA News 12 for their Text… Read More

Downtown Opelika get’s it own German resturant this past week with the opening of the Alpen Cafe & Bakery.  The Menu shows Appetizers, Soups & Salads, Entrees, Sandwiches and more.  The Cafe is billed as a place for traditional Bavarian & Alpine Cuisine featuring the freshest ingredients at reasonable prices.  Buddy Hiro had dinner the other night and said it was a lot of food for the price.  In fact, I think he said he was full… Read More

I can hear some of you now. Where are the post? Gone on Vacation without a computer Jerry? Nope, Sorry!  I hate to always complain that I have a  job that actually pays the bills, but sometimes that gets in the way of post.  Now actually, I’ve been doing a pretty poor job of getting in front of events the past few weeks, but I have a  plan and plan to return to the grove… Read More

Well over a hundred supporters converged on an Opelika Restaurant Friday night as Lee County Family Court Referee Mike Fellows announced that he will be a candidate for Lee County Family Court Judge. The position is currently held by Judge Richard Lane who is expected to retire at the end of this term.  The event was dubbed a kick off for the “Fellows for Family” campaign.  Fellows is a graduate of Auburn High School, Auburn… Read More

What sounds like a news story in the post headline, is just news of some great music Friday Night. From the group, People young and old love our music.  We’ve been told several times from “old timers” that you just don’t hear live music like this anymore, especially from such young musicians.  Most of our influences come from the heart, our family, and how we were raised.    Musical influences include Ralph Stanley, Johnny Cash, Ryan… Read More

Republican gubernatorial candidate Dr. Robert Bentley today commended President Obama for his appointment of Bayou La Batre physician Dr. Regina Benjamin as his nominee for America’s surgeon general. “President Obama has picked an eminently qualified person to be surgeon general. In medical circles, Dr. Regina Benjamin is both well-liked and well-respected,” Dr. Bentley said. “I am confident she will approach her new job as she does her current one–with enthusiasm and energy–and making all Alabamians… Read More

Bring your decorated bike, trike or wagon for a bike parade to begin at the corner of Avenue A and 8th Street at 6:30.  DR Magic Balloons 6:30-8:30.  Screen Print Summer T-shirts at Victory Designs ($5), Hula Hoops, Sidewalk Chalk, Jump Ropes, Giant Bubbles, Inflatable Obstacle Course from SpaceWalk of Auburn, Shops open late with a Sidewalk Sale, Logan’s Peanuts, Main Street Hot Dog Stand, Face Painting, Watermelon Slices, Homemade Ice Cream plus  Museum of East… Read More

Out on the porch tonight and wondered what star that might be by the moon rising tonight.  I just figured it was Mars, but no! “The Moon and Jupiter put on a good show tonight. They rise in late evening and scoot over to the southwest by first light. Jupiter looks like a brilliant star, and is a little to the right of the Moon as they rise.” (Source: www.stardate.org ) From the Archives &mdash… Read More