Posted by JimsterP
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Thursday, July 17th, 2008
Sports can boost economyThursday, July 17, 2008 RELATIVELY MODEST investments in sports and recreation facilities are paying economic dividends for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Gulf Shores has a $4.6 million expansion of its Sportsplex still in progress, and it has already reached deals for two large events: a three-year extension of the state high [...]
Posted by JimsterP
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Thursday, July 17th, 2008
List of easy-to-steal autos similar to 2006 listWednesday, July 16, 2008 The National Insurance Crime Bureau has issued its report on the hottest wheels for 2007, and we’re not talking toys here. The most stolen vehicles in the U.S. last year were, in order: 1995 Honda Civic; 1991 Honda Accord; 1989 Toyota Camry; 1997 Ford [...]
Posted by JimsterP
Breaking, Business, Life
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008
What’s next for Valley?Wednesday, July 16, 2008By STEVE DOYLETimes Staff Writer steve.doyle@htimes.com Courting supplier base could still bring fresh economic benefits here There was a palpable dark mood over Huntsville in the wake of Tuesday’s Volkswagen announcement, but business leaders, politicians and others say the area’s long-term economic forecast remains bright. "This project would have [...]