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  • Thursday, May 16 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:20:04 GMT
    In my editorial on Tuesday I chided our legislators for being the last state to pass a no-brainer  bill legalizing home brewing.  Today I want to challenge them to be one of the first states to pass another no-brainer;
    In my editorial on Tuesday I chided our legislators for being the last state to pass a no-brainer  bill legalizing home brewing.  Today I want to challenge them to be one of the first states to pass another no-brainer;

  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:20:07 GMT
    Kudos, or perhaps, cheers to the Alabama Legislature for passing HB9, the home brewing bill. Legalized home brewing may not be up there with education reform or prison funding, but it was overdue. 
    Kudos, or perhaps, cheers to the Alabama Legislature for passing HB9, the home brewing bill. Legalized home brewing may not be up there with education reform or prison funding, but it was overdue. 

  • Thursday, May 9 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-05-09 23:20:06 GMT
    What was the old Pan-Am gas station at the corner of Bibb and Coosa is now no longer.  Last weekend that landmark was demolished with nothing remaining where it once stood other than the outline of a foundation. What
    What was the old Pan-Am gas station at the corner of Bibb and Coosa is now no longer.  Last weekend that landmark was demolished with nothing remaining where it once stood other than the outline of a foundation. What
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MONTGOMERY, AL (WSFA) - Our guest editorial on good sportsmanship was well received.

Jon Howe from Montgomery emailed: "Too often these days, fierce competition overtakes good sportsmanship on the field and the sidelines. As coaches and parents, we should all take a minute and remember that it's a game, first and foremost, and the main objective should be the kids to have fun."

Janice Denney from Alex City emailed: "We as parents should let our children play the games and support them."

Jeannine Birmingham, the President and CEO of the Alabama Society of CPAs emailed: "Too many times we witness players, coaches and fans act in a way that portrays negativity, even hostility. That kind of behavior is very frustrating for both parents and children and it often times leaves the children confused. Parents and coaches should always focus on attitude especially when it comes to sports and teamwork."

Regarding our guest editorial on Amusement Ride Safety, a viewer emailed: "As a parent and consumer, I completely agree with some type of regulation for such rides. My children aren't allowed to ride the rides at mobile fairs for this exact reason."

And our guest editorial suggesting moving a potential District 6 Run-off election for Montgomery City Council from Oct. 26 to Nov. 2 to coincide with election day for other races if no one wins the special election for Willie Cook's seat outright Sept. 14, elicited this email: "That sounds reasonable and it just plain makes sense. All it would take is a vote by the city council and if no suit is filed, it would be a no brainer."

We appreciate all of your feedback.

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