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Prescribed burn planned for tomorrow in the Tuskegee National Forest

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 2:44pm
Prescribed burn planned for tomorrow in the Tuskegee National Forest

The Tuskegee National Forest is planning to burn 433 acres tomorrow, May 17th, on Forest Service roads 900, 905, 906 and Hwy 186.  During today’s burn, the public will notice Forest Service fire crews and equipment.  Smoke may also be visible on Highway 29 and Highway 186 south of the burn area. If encountering smoke on roadways, please slow down, turn on your low-beam headlights and use caution.

The wind is expected to be out of the northeast and carry the smoke to the southwest towards the interior of the forest.  As the temperatures cool later today, the smoke may begin to settle down in Choctafaula Creek Bottom along highway 186.

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Today in Alabama Birthdays

Submitted by WSFA 12 News Staff
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 6:36am

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May 16th

Ja'Darian Calloway-Montgomery

Dan Pritchett-Wetumpka

Peyton Parkman-Montgomery

Ayauna Curry-Montgomery

Skylar Essex-Montgomery

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AWF seeking qualified individuals for Outdoor Classroom Consultant Program

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 1:55pm
AWF seeking qualified individuals for Outdoor Classroom Consultant Program

Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) Outdoor Classroom Consultant Program

The AWF Outdoor Classroom Consultant Program will utilize qualified individuals in an Independent Contractor role to provide on-site technical advice and assistance to schools interested in developing and using outdoor classroom learning stations and schoolyard wildlife habitat sites for hands-on, cross-curricular activities for public and private K-12 schools.

GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:

AWF has divided the state into four regions and is seeking to identify one consultant per region who will provide on-site assistance to Alabama Outdoor Classroom Schools within each region.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Attend a three-day Outdoor Classroom Consultant Training on July 24-26, 2012, at AWF's Headquarters in Millbrook (10 miles north of Montgomery).

2.

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Advanced Disposal hosting job fair Saturday

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 1:32pm
Advanced Disposal hosting job fair Saturday

Advanced Disposal is hosting a job fair on Saturday, May 19th from 8:00 a.m. until noon.  The job fair will take place at Advanced Disposal, located at 1121 Wilbanks Street in Montgomery.  Drivers and mechanics are encouraged to apply.

Advanced Disposal is hosting a job fair to recruit local drivers and mechanics interested in joining the fourth largest privately-owned environmental services company. Driver positions are available in the following cities: Alexander City, Auburn, Luverne, Opelika, Montgomery, Tallassee and Troy.

Those interested in applying for a driver position must bring proof of a Class A or B commercial driver’s license and their current 3-year motor vehicle record. Applicants for driver positions must have a clean motor vehicle record for the last three years and be drug-free.

 Advanced Disposal is looking to grow its stellar team of environmental specialists.

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APEC set to host inaugural state-wide conference concerning children with disabilities

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 12:51pm
APEC set to host inaugural state-wide conference concerning children with disabilities

Alabama Parent Education Center’s PTI project is hosting a statewide conference for families of children with disabilities, educators, and professionals working with families.  Improving Outcomes for Children With Disabilities Parents and Teachers Together is set for June 15th.  Registration is at 7:30 a.m.  Sessions are from 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Conference sessions are designed to give participants increased knowledge and understanding of:
1. Alabama’s Special Education System and Services
2. Standards Based Education and the New Common Core Standards
3.

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Huntingdon baseball misses out on NCAA Regional bid

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 12:14pm
Huntingdon baseball misses out on NCAA Regional bid

The NCAA Division III Baseball Committee released the field of teams chosen for the 2012 postseason on Monday. Despite winning 30 games and winning the Great South Athletic Conference championship, Huntingdon was not one of the 56 teams selected to play in a Regional.

The Hawks end the season with a 30-12 record.

“It’s disappointing for all of us,” Huntingdon athletic director Buzz Phillips said. “Head coach D.J. Conville and his staff prepared this team and these players worked hard to win 30 games against a challenging schedule.

“We’re proud of them for winning the conference championship. Unfortunately, when your conference doesn’t have an automatic qualifier into the playoffs, this can happen. That’s one of the many reasons we’re excited to be joining the USA South.

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The Alabama Department of Public Health urges awareness of hepatitis during May

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 10:47am
The Alabama Department of Public Health urges awareness of hepatitis during May

One in every 10 Americans is affected by some form of liver disease. The liver, the largest organ in the body after the skin, is essential for survival. If the liver is not working properly, a person can become very sick and can even die.

The Alabama Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urge the public to learn the risk factors of viral hepatitis. The month of May has been designated as Hepatitis Awareness Month, and May 19 is the first national observance of Hepatitis Testing Day.

The word "hepatitis" means inflammation of the liver. Toxins, certain drugs, some diseases, heavy alcohol use, and bacterial and viral infections can all cause hepatitis. Hepatitis is also the name of a family of viral infections that affect the liver.

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