Tim Thomas and the Obama snub: free speech or impolitic politics? (+video)
If the “Don't tread on me” Gadsden flag reference on Tim Thomas' goalie mask hadn't made the point clearly enough, the netminder's decision to skip the Boston Bruins' team meeting with President Obama on Monday certainly did.
Fire Weather Watch issued Sunday for central Alabama
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Fire Weather Watch from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday for all of central Alabama, according to an advisory from the Gadsden/Etowah County Emergency Management Agency.
Club News for Feb. 5
The Etowah County Homemakers and Community Leaders met Jan. 18 at Extension Annex room. There were 12 members present from the Gallant Club, Hooks Lake Club, Duck Springs Club and Big Wills Valley Club.
Borderland Veterans Camp forms in Douglas
In a way to preserve history and honor all those who have served the country, the Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp has announced the formation of the Borderland Veterans Camp #2201 in Douglas.
Burlington man killed in plane crash
A Burlington pilot and owner of Greensboro-based Coble Trench Safety, was killed late Friday night in an airplane crash in Alabama.Tom Coble, 58, was traveling alone when his L-39 Albatross fighter jet went down shortly after takeoff from an airport in Rainbow City, Ala. He was en route back to...
Tim Thomas and the Obama snub: free speech or impolitic politics?
Tim Thomas, Boston Bruins netminder and Vezina Trophy winner, skipped a White House event Monday to honor the team's Stanley Cup-winning season. He cited a government that is 'threatening the rights, liberties, and property of the people.'
VANSTONE: Tim Thomas made a poor choice
REGINA — Tim Thomas, an avowed supporter of the Tea Party, skipped a team party.The Boston Bruins, for whom Thomas tends goal, visited the White House on Monday night to be feted by President Barack Obama. However, the traditional celebration of a Stanley Cup championship was overshadowed by the absence of an integral contributor. Thomas bypassed the event for reasons that were highly ...
Bruins’ Thomas skips visit to White House
Tim Thomas, the most valuable player in last year’s NHL playoffs, declined to visit the White House on Monday with the rest of the members of the Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins.
Key staff joins new high school to start programs
When Centennial High School begins competing in athletics next fall, there will be some very talented and experienced coaches calling the shots.