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A look back: October 29

10.29.2007 by André Natta · No Comments

Vonetta Flowers

October 29: 1973: Olympic gold medalist Vonetta Flowers was born. 1983: The John A. Hand Building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Courtesy:

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Random Shots: Keep your Eyes Wide Open

10.28.2007 by André Natta · 2 Comments

Eyes Wide Open photo

Photo credit: André Natta Today while a crowds gathered in nearby churches and people prepare to attend the last Vulcan After Tunes and get a chance to speak with one of their sponsors, Cool People Care, there are groups of … Continue reading

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UPDATE: We really hope you didn’t turn that clock back last night

10.28.2007 by André Natta · 0 Comments

That extra hour of sleep that we all enjoy will have to wait until next Sunday. Thanks to some legislation passed in 2005, Daylight Savings Time started three weeks earlier this year and it is scheduled to end next Sunday, … Continue reading

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Harvest Brew, SoHo Square

10.26.2007 by André Natta · 0 Comments

October will be over soon so now is the time to take advantage of this Oktoberfest Celebration. For $10, you’ll get a taste of the newest imports and microbrews available in the state. And you’ll be helping United Way/Birmingham Community … Continue reading

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The Express: October 26, 2007

10.26.2007 by André Natta · 0 Comments

Parking lot at Kmart - 10.25.2007

The view outside of K-Mart yesterday morning about the same time that Wal-Mart was opening over in Eastwood Village. Photo credit: Christina Tutor Birmingham’s longest running professional sports franchise will be “dormant” this year. The hope is for the team … Continue reading

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UPDATE: Nunn to have news conference this evening

10.26.2007 by André Natta · 0 Comments

Birmingham Police Chief Annetta Nunn will be holding a press conference at 7 p.m. It is scheduled to take place at police headquarters. We are aware of Fox 6’s plans to simulcast the conference on their website. Nunn announced earlier … Continue reading

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“Yeah, I’m going to my island, in Antarctica…”

10.26.2007 by André Natta · 0 Comments

Well, maybe it’s a little cold down there, but two UAB marine biologists have been recognized with their own island (at least it’s named for them) thanks to a nomination from a colleague. The Montgomery Advertiser has this story about … Continue reading

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