Gas tax split battle stirs Morgan County politics
Morgan County lawmakers clash over a proposed redistribution of fuel tax revenues between counties and cities. Decatur and Cross clash over an 80 20 split and in-kind versus cash shares, with Martin pushing a population based approach and Roberts supporting in-kind services to ensure equity for smaller towns. Drake signals cautious support after consultations with Eva and Falkville officials.
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Beltline Beltline project eyed for four-lane upgrade
Morgan County officials discuss starting Beltline highway work with plans to four-lane the Beltline and two overpasses. Estimated cost around 3.4 million with 70 percent federal funding and 30 percent state aid. Local officials note years of effort and pressure for a 1981–style start date.
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States Continue Negotiations Over Waterway Split
States discuss the disputed waterway with further talks. A motion to table passed 55 to 26 led by Winton S. Blount, former postmaster general and failed Ford delegate candidate, changing the county split from 60-40 in favor of municipalities to 75-25 for the county. Unlike Morgan County, Cullman County has seen no controversy.
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City Store Robbed At Gunpoint In Decatur
A Decatur convenience store was robbed late Friday night at 11 06 p m of an undetermined amount of money. The Westmead U Tote M was hit by a white male with a pistol. Clerk Janice Steele was alone when the robber pulled the phones out. A witness alerted police and the suspect fled on foot. Police have no suspects.
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Real Rethinking of Nixon Era Crisis and Resignations
The narrator reflects on Nixon’s resignation and failed blanket pardon, discussing Haig’s briefings, the June 23 tape, and internal White House errors. He contends Watergate weakened U S leadership, altered Vietnam outcomes, and speculates how diplomacy and personnel might have changed, predicting Connally as a 1976 nominee.
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Morgan County to Study Minorities Hiring Plan
Morgan County commissioners set a called meeting for Monday at 10 a.m. to adopt updated guidelines for hiring minorities after a NAACP request. Also on the agenda is plans for a scenic walkway near the courthouse, per Commission Clerk Willa Cutts.
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