The World Around You

I guess there have been worse ideas…but I still had to laugh:

Gov. Bob Riley has asked Alabamians to pray for rain to end the state’s drought.

The governor issued a proclamation designating June 30 through July 7 as “Days of Prayer for Rain,” according to his office.

“Throughout our history, Alabamians have turned in prayer to God to humbly ask for His blessings and to hold us steady during times of difficulty,” he said in a statement. “This drought is without question a time of great difficulty for our farmers and for communities across the state.”

Montgomery Advertiser: Riley asks citizens to pray for rain

Congratulations to the Alabama Conference of Black Mayors as they get ready to celebrate their 35th anniversary.

Montgomery Advertiser: Black mayors approach milestone

The real question isn’t whether residents of the Gulf Coast are ready, it’s is the federal government ready?

WSFA TV Montgomery, AL - Alabama Governor Attends Hurricane Preparation Conference

David Bronner rides to the rescue again in aiding the state with their deteriorating old buildings in downtown Montgomery. In a building for parking deal, Bronner acquired the Old Supreme Court building and has plans for its renovation.

Montgomery Advertiser: State swaps old high court building for parking