The most Popular Posts of the past seven days.

Jul 27, 2025

My Paternal Grandfather, Andrew Lennox, died at 9:30AM on this date in 1923---102 Years Ago

 He died on this date---July 27th--- in 1923.

The grandfather I never knew. An officer in the NYPD, my Father's Father. When he died, my Dad was an infant. He never knew Andrew, and nor did I. 

 


 

Alabama Abuse

 “I know God’s forgiveness is boundless, but if there was a limit to it, I think we’ve reached it,” Sheriff Jody Wade said, describing the acts as beyond comprehension and the kind that fracture faith in human nature.

(From a NY Times story about child sexual abuse in the town of Brent. In Alabama. )

 

(FYI: There are 10 churches listed for Brent, a city with a population of 2,659, almost half live in poverty)

STAY HYDRATED!!!!!!

 

Heat Advisory issued July 26 at 12:01PM CDT until July 27 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL

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* WHAT...Heat index values up to 106 expected. * WHERE...Autauga, Bibb, Blount, Bullock, Calhoun, Chilton, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Etowah, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Marion, Montgomery, Perry, Pickens, Pike, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Talladega, Tallapoosa, Tuscaloosa, Walker, and Winston Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 9 PM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.


Instruction

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stoke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.


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Jul 26, 2025

SELMA? Really?

 From a Montgomery Advertiser story by Jennifer Lindahl:

"According to the data featured in the MSN report, Selma ranks as the most affordable city in Alabama to buy a home, with a median listing price of just $31,951.

According to Zillow, the average home in the U.S. is valued at $369,147. That's more than 168% lower than the nation's average home value and a 151% difference from Alabama's average home value of $234,052.

Selma, steeped in Civil Rights history and Southern culture, offers not only low prices but a slower pace of life that appeals to retirees and remote workers alike.

With a population of 2,121, it lacks the hustle and bustle of Huntsville or Montgomery, but for those prioritizing homeownership over a fast-paced lifestyle, Selma delivers serious value."


 

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Please. Visit Selma first. 

Alabama Pedestrian Deaths

 

Birmingham and Montgomery both rank high for pedestrian deaths. Birmingham ranks 32nd and Montgomery 33rd 

But other Southern cities rank even higher...in fact The 5 Most Dangerous Cities for Pedestrians Are Located in the South

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  1. Memphis, Tennessee: With the largest population of the five most dangerous cities (621,050), Memphis tops MoneyGeek's list as the most dangerous city for pedestrians, with 8.9 pedestrian fatalities per capita. It reports a significant four-year change in pedestrian fatalities — with deaths increasing by 126% between 2019 and 2022 — underscoring the city's need for improvement.

  2. Fort Lauderdale, Florida: Fort Lauderdale ranks as the second, with 8.6 fatalities per 100,000 residents annually. With a population nearing 183,500, this city has seen pedestrian fatalities decrease by 10% in the last four years.

  3. Macon, Georgia: In addition to its high fatality rate (7.7), pedestrian fatalities in Macon account for a significant proportion of all traffic accidents (29%). This city, home to just under 157,000 residents, averages 12 pedestrian fatalities per year.

  4. Little Rock, Arkansas: The Rock — a moniker chosen by this city’s residents, who number nearly 203,000 — ranks as the fourth most dangerous city for pedestrians. The average annual fatality rate is 7.5, and pedestrian fatalities account for almost 40% of all traffic accidents, the highest among the five most dangerous cities.

  5. Jackson, Mississippi: The fatality rate in Jackson (7.4 pedestrian fatalities for every 100,000 people) places it firmly in fifth. However, it's worth noting that pedestrian fatalities have decreased in both of the previous years; the city's 2022 pedestrian fatality count was the lowest among the five most dangerous cities.

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"Montgomery City officials are taking significant steps to enhance pedestrian safety and mobility in response to a recent surge in pedestrian fatalities. During a government meeting on July 18, 2025, Mayor announced that the city has recorded 20 pedestrian deaths in recent months, emphasizing the urgent need for improved infrastructure and community engagement.

To address these concerns, the city is updating its zoning and planning codes for the first time since the 1960s, a period when bicycles were not considered vehicles. The mayor highlighted the importance of modernizing traffic management strategies, including better signage, crosswalks, speed limits, and traffic calming measures like roundabouts. These changes aim to create a safer environment for pedestrians throughout Montgomery.

The city is actively seeking input from residents through an online survey, which will remain open until July 30, 2025. The mayor encouraged community members to share their experiences and challenges related to walkability and mobility, stating, "Your voice truly matters." This initiative is part of a broader effort to ensure that city infrastructure reflects the daily experiences of its citizens."

(Source: Montgomery Mayor's news release.)

Gulf Shores Makes The list

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Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Gulf Shores, with its sugar-white sands and azure waters, captivates visitors. This Alabama gem is a family-friendly haven offering a range of activities. From kayaking along the serene coastline to enjoying local seafood, Gulf Shores provides a perfect escape.

The town’s laid-back vibe complements its natural beauty. Visitors can explore nature trails or relax on the beach under the warm sun. Gulf Shores is not just about relaxation; it’s about creating memories. Whether you’re building sandcastles with the kids or enjoying a romantic sunset, this beach town offers something for everyone.

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Jul 24, 2025

THIN-SKINNED tRump AGAIN!

 

Trump threatens to get popular daytime talk show canceled after co-host says he’s ‘jealous of Obama’

Jul 21, 2025

tRump The Loser?

 

As the American public watches large scale immigration raids, tariffs, and the scandal surrounding billionaire financier Jeffrey Epstein and his clients unfold, President Donald Trump appears to be losing favor with several of his longtime supporting states.

Over 30,000 poll responses compiled by Civiqs shows Trump’s approval rating declining in states he won in November 2024, like Alabama and Texas.

His current net approval rating in Alabama sits at 13%, a 9% drop from the net 22% recorded in April.

This reflects a continuous decline in Trump’s approval rating among Alabama voters, according to several previous polls.

Nationally, Trump currently sits at a -14 net approval rating, with only 41% of voters approving of the way he is handling his job as president, according to Civiqs polling.

 

Among The MOST Annoying TV Ads...

I change channels Or simply stop watching when I see one for.... 

Noble Gold "Investments". (Why? Because they try to sell their "product" by telling us we are having a financial disaster.) 

 

Jul 20, 2025

Tubberville: Libs caused Trump's illness

 


"Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville thinks it’s not age, Big Macs, or a notorious aversion to exercise that’s making President Donald Trump ill.

It’s the radical leftists.

“The pressure on somebody like President Trump right now, not just from outside entities [...] all over the world, but also fighting the radicals in this country,” the Alabama Senator told New York radio station WABC 7770 AM Sunday. “Every day, it’s almost like a fistfight.”

Tuberville’s comments come after this week’s White House announcement that doctors carried out emergency heart tests and diagnosed the president, who is almost 80 years old, with chronic venous insufficiency."

Gaza

 

Pope Leo slams 'barbarity' of Gaza war as Israeli gunfire kills at least 73 at aid point

Middle East

Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli forces opened fire Sunday on a crowd of Palestinians waiting to collect humanitarian aid, providing a toll of at least 73 people killed. The latest deaths came as Pope Leo XIV slammed the "barbarity" of the war in Gaza in his traditional Sunday blessing. 

Palestinians gather to collect aid supplies in Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip on July 20, 2025.
Palestinians gather to collect aid supplies in Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip on July 20, 2025. © Dawoud Abu Alkas, Reuters

Gaza's civil defence agency on Sunday said at least 73 people were killed when Israeli forces opened fire on a crowd of Palestinians waiting to collect humanitarian aid, in the latest killing of Palestinians seeking desperately needed food handouts.

Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that the shooting took place near Gaza City in the territory's north.

There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military.

Deaths of people waiting for handouts in huge crowds near food points in Gaza have become a regular occurrence, with the territory's authorities frequently blaming Israeli fire.

Read more'Blood for food': The US soldier-spies sidelining UN aid work in Gaza

Addressing the ongoing conflict in his traditional Angelus prayer, Pope Leo XIV slammed the "barbarity" of the war in the Palestinian territory and urged against the "indiscriminate use of force".

His plea came just days after a deadly strike by Israel's military on a Catholic church in Gaza.

"I once again ask for an immediate end to the barbarity of the war and for a peaceful resolution to the conflict," Leo said at Castel Gandolfo, the papal summer residence near Rome.

Pope Leo XIV waves to the crowd before leading the Angelus prayer in Rome on July 20, 2025.
Pope Leo XIV waves to the crowd before leading the Angelus prayer in Rome on July 20, 2025. © Alberto Pizzoli, AFP

The pope, who spoke by telephone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the morning after Thursday's church strike, spoke of his "deep sorrow" for the attack on the Holy Family Church.

The church was sheltering around 600 displaced people, the majority of them children and including dozens of people with special needs.

Israel expressed "deep sorrow" over the damage and civilian casualties, adding that the military was investigating the strike.

"This act, unfortunately, adds to the ongoing military attacks against the civilian population and places of worship in Gaza," Leo said on Sunday.

"I appeal to the international community to observe humanitarian law and respect the obligation to protect civilians, as well as the prohibition of collective punishment, the indiscriminate use of force, and the forced displacement of populations," he added.

The Israeli military on Sunday issued an evacuation order for Palestinians in the central Gaza Strip, warning of imminent action against Hamas militants.

Most of Gaza's population of more than two million people have been displaced at least once during the war, which is now in its 22nd month.

The pope also expressed his "sympathy" for the plight of "beloved Middle Eastern Christians" and their "sense of being able to do little in the face of this dramatic situation"Gaza

Uh, this comment.....after how many years?????? Sheriff?????

 Bibb County Sheriff Jody Wade:


“Such abhorrent behavior will not be tolerated in Bibb County and .. offenders will face prosecution to the fullest extent of the law.” 

 

Details: Three Alabama men face horrific accusations of raping, sodomizing and trafficking six young children, including one as young as 3, in an underground Bibb County bunker for more than a year, according to court records. 

 

Stressed Alabama Cities

 


Which Alabama city is the most stressed?

Birmingham ranks as the 9th most stressed city in the U.S., scoring 54.09 out of 100 overall. The city ranked 70th in work-related stress, 17th in financial stress, 6th in family stress and 24th in health and safety.

 

 

 


Coming in at No. 13 on the list is Montgomery, with an overall score of 52.79. Montgomery ranked 64th in work-related stress, 11th in financial stress, 45th in family stress and 16th in health and safety.

 

 

Mobile ranked No. 23 overall and stood out for its high level of financial stress, coming in at No. 7 in that category. Huntsville, on the other hand, was much lower on the list, ranking No. 125 overall, but relatively low in several individual stress categories: 171st in work-related stress, 116th in financial stress, 97th in family stress, and 108th in health and safety.

SOURCE: HERE 

56 Years Ago: Probably The Best $15.00 I've ever Spent

 (I was in the Army and was scheduled for guard duty on July 20, 1969.)

I paid another soldier $15.00 to do the guard duty in my place, allowing me to watch the moon landing live on TV)


One small step: 56 years since Apollo 11 landed on the moon

Sunday is the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. The cosmos is providing a full moon, and there are plenty of other events to honor the first lunar landing on July 20, 1969.

55 Years After Moon Walk

 Where were you when the first moon walk happened?

I was in basic training at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina.

I paid another basic trainee to do my assigned guard duty, enabling me to watch the first moonwalk live.

Worth every penny!


 

Jul 19, 2025

Most & Least healthy fast foods

 


Wendy's may pride itself on never freezing its beef, but that doesn't necessarily make it a healthy choice.

According to a new report by World Atlas, Wendy's has been named the country's unhealthiest fast-food chain.

The report highlights some staggering numbers.

A Triple Baconator meal, complete with large fries and a medium Frosty, clocks in at just over 2,100 calories. It also contains 54 grams of saturated fat and 3,400 milligrams of sodium. This one meal alone exceeds most daily nutritional limits.

Seasonal items aren't any better, packing a serious caloric punch. For instance, the Pretzel Bacon Pub Triple Cheeseburger alone contains over 1,500 calories.

Rounding out the top 10 are:

  1. Wendy's
  2. Sonic
  3. Taco Bell
  4. Dairy Queen
  5. KFC
  6. Quiznos
  7. McDonalds
  8. Smashburger
  9. Little Caesars
  10. Chick-fil-A

The report reviewed nutrition data, menu gimmicks and marketing tactics at major fast-food chains. The ten restaurants outinely serve meals that can eclipse daily calorie limits in a single sitting."

Execution Methods

 https://www.worldatlas.com/crime/historical-methods-of-execution-in-the-world.html

 

Humankind certainly has been creative in developing ways to execute people.

 HERE's an article detailing some of them!

Engraving of a vertical impalement by Justus Lipsius

Native Americans, perhaps 1st Car Ride?



 

Alabama Public TV

 In 2019, Alabama Public Television made a decision not to air an episode of the children's show "Arthur" that featured a same-sex wedding. 

Alabama Public Television also made a similar decision in 2005 concerning an episode of the "Arthur" spin-off "Postcards From Buster," which featured a same-sex family. HERE is a complete story about the issue. 

Jul 17, 2025

Should America lower the voting age?

 


"Several nations do, including Austria, Malta and Brazil, while in Greece the voting age is set at 17. Others allow 16-year-olds to participate only in some elections: In Germany and Belgium, they can help choose members of the European Parliament, but they cannot vote in federal elections. Britain has been in that category: Elections for the separate parliaments that control many policy areas in Scotland and Wales already had a voting age of 16." (Source: N.Y. Times story.)

The national voting age in the United States, as established by the 26th Amendment to the Constitution, is 18 years old
. This means that anyone who is a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age on or before Election Day has the right to vote in federal, state, and local elections, assuming they meet other state-specific residency and registration requirements. 
It is important to note that while the federal voting age is 18, some states allow younger individuals (typically 17-year-olds) to register and even vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the time of the general election. Additionally, some states allow preregistration for individuals younger than 18, so they are eligible to vote once they reach the age of 18. 
The 26th Amendment was ratified in 1971, largely driven by the sentiment that if 18-year-olds were old enough to be drafted and fight in the Vietnam War, they should also be old enough to vote. 

 

PBS/NPR funding cuts

Both of Alabama's U.S. Senators---Republicans Britt and Tuberville---voted in favor of cutting funding for Public Broadcasting. Make sure you thank them.

"The Senate voted 51 to 48 to claw back about $9 billion in federal funding that lawmakers had approved for foreign aid and public broadcasting. The so-called rescissions were made at the request of the White House, which has sought to codify spending cuts put forward by Elon Musk’s cost-cutting effort, the Department of Government Efficiency."

The vast majority of funding for NPR & PBS comes from "viewers like you".

(Reliance on Federal Funding: APT receives approximately $3 million annually from the federal government, representing about 13% of its overall budget.)