East Alabama

Congressmen Rogers, Bachus announce $1.5 million in House bill for defense work at Auburn University

Alabama Third District Congressman Mike Rogers and Congressman Spencer Bachus (AL-06) announced that Auburn University will receive $1.5 million for defense research work under the House version of the FY10 Defense Appropriations bill.

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EAST ALABAMA

Helen Keller statue to be placed in U.S. Capitol complex

A statue of one of the state's most famous figures — Helen Keller — will take its place in the U.S. Capitol complex this fall, Alabama's congressional delegation announced today.

1031 days ago
EAST ALABAMA

R&B legend Clarence Carter in concert Saturday in Phenix City

Phenix City Parks and Recreation proudly presents rhythm and blues veteran Clarence Carter in concert Saturday, 8 p.m. at the Phenix City Amphitheater.

1109 days ago
EAST ALABAMA

PC/RC Chamber plans Biscuits and Breakfast

The Phenix City-Russell County Chamber of Commerce is holding Biscuits and Business at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13, at the Central Activity Center, 1500 14th St., Phenix City.

1116 days ago
EAST ALABAMA

SACS president to address Tuskegee University graduates at spring commencement

Dr. Belle Wheelan, president of the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, will address approximately 500 graduates at Tuskegee University’s annual Commencement exercises at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, in the General Daniel “Chappie” James Center ...

1116 days ago
POLITICS

East Alabama Congressman Mike Rogers now on Twitter

Congressman Mike Rogers joined the social media site Twitter recently, saying he hoped Third District constituents will find it to be another helpful avenue to stay in touch with their Congressman when he’s back in Washington, D.C. or traveling East Alabama.

1124 days ago
EDUCATION

407-foot solar system model lines school hallway

Ben Baker, sixth-grade teacher at Phenix City Intermediate School, designed, built and installed a 407-foot solar system model.

1126 days ago
SMITHS STATION

Advance tickets on sale for Final 48

Advance tickets available for AHSAA Final 48 games for the Central boys and the Smiths Station girls basketball teams in Birmingham, Ala.

1187 days ago
EAST ALABAMA

Smiths Station's Garcia signs track scholarship

Jasmine Garcia wants to run with the best. The Smiths Station track star has ambitions of being an Olympian, performing her chosen sport on the largest stage it will allow.

1198 days ago
SMITHS STATION

Rogers, House honors armed forces integration

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers joined Tuskegee Airmen veterans and fellow lawmakers at a ceremony Wednesday in the Capitol Rotunda recognizing the 60th Anniversary of the beginning of the integration of the Armed Forces.

1401 days ago
SMITHS STATION

Auto plant will locate in Auburn

AUBURN, Ala. -- SMI Auto USA, Inc. has announced the location of its first U.S. manufacturing operation in Auburn. The company will begin operations immediately in an existing facility at 155 Alabama St., located off of Pumphrey Avenue in Auburn's Industrial Park.

1401 days ago