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According to DeKalb County Sheriff Jimmy Harris, a Marshall County man is in jail after he was observed in a stolen vehicle in Collinsville. Calvin Tyrone Mostiller, 40 of Guntersville, was observed driving a silver Honda Passenger car which fit the description of a car an escaped inmate from Etowah County was last seen in. Mostiller failed to stop for the deputies until he was forced into a dead end
road a short time later. Mostiller was jailed on outstanding warrants and transported to the DeKalb County Detention Center.
A Singing With the Stars event will be held at the Tom Bevill Lyceum at the Northeast Alabama Community College campus on Thursday, June 12, 2014. Doors will open at 4:00 p.m. and the Songwriters Symposium Open Forum is from 4:30 to 5:15. Vocal contest finals are set for 6:00. Those events will be
followed by a concert from Teddy Gentry & the Rockit City Band. Advance tickets are $10 for adults. Ticket cost on the day of show will be $15, and $5 for students. All proceeds benefit the DeKalb County Children's Advocacy Center. For details or tickets call 256-997-9700.
Calvin T. Mostiller
As of press time, Mostiller was in jail on the warrants as well as Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Receiving Stolen Property 1st. Additional charges may be coming after a further investigation with Marshall Kenneth Knight County authorities. These officers were very observant in catching this individual while they were Two individuals were looking for the escapee who arrested for drugs after was from Collinsville,” said deputies went to a residence Harris. on County Road 50 near Collinsville to check on complaints of drug activity. According to DeKalb County Sheriff Jimmy Harris, Deputies found drug paraphernalia and packaged marijuana after executing a consent search. Kenneth Colby Knight, 26 and Marty Ray Carr, 52 both of Collinsville were arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st and Unlawful Possession of Drug Teddy Gentry Paraphernalia. Both were
Marty Ray Carr
transported to the DeKalb County Detention Center where they await bond. Drug Task Force agents and DHR workers were called to the home due to the presence of small children and other people. The children were removed and placed with a family member. “All of these arrests were made possible due to citizens being observant in their communities. This information was passed on to patrol and Drug Task Force agents and they were successful in locating the drugs,” said Harris.
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources recently announced that the new “Freshwater Fishing” distinctive license plate is available through county probate offices. This license plate depicts a largemouth bass, the state’s official freshwater fish, and has up to six spaces for optional personalization. It will replace the “Take a Kid Fishing” license plate, which has been in production since 2006. The cost for the new license plate will be $50 annually. Proceeds from the sale of the license plate will support habitat enhancement, aquatic wildlife species protection and restoration, aquatic education, bass genetic research, sport fish disease research and sport fish stockings.
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By Tim Eberhart • Rainsville Chamber of Commerce The start of Summer is magical in the South. These days equal fun in the sun, summer blooms exploding, lawns and gardens of green, lemonade, ice cream, long days, and cool breezes blowing through the back yard as legions of fireflies rise to greet the stars. What more could we hanker for? Well, there will be plenty of summer magic at the upcoming Rainsville Freedom Fest on June 28. The Russell Davis Magic Comedy Show has been added to the list of activities. Like the big car show, the big fireworks show, and the afternoon of music at the park stage, admission will be free for Davis’ shows at 2 and 4 p.m. in the Bevill Center. Davis will also be walking around in the park at 1 p.m. entertaining those who attend the early festivities. The car, truck and motorcycle show will feature dozens of classic vehicles plus some modern muscle with over 60 trophies and plaques to be awarded. The afternoon of music on the stage will feature about a dozen vocalists or bands. There will also be about a dozen vendors out in the park selling food and refreshments such as burgers, barbeque, pizza, fried pies, funnel cakes, cotton candy, lemonade and frozen yogurt. Visit rainsvillealabama.com for festival details and updates. Please remember the popular Rainsville Freedom Fest 5K & 10K fun run/walk will be held on June 21, one week prior to the festival described above. Have you heard about the big door prizes to be given away at the post-run award ceremony? One of the event’s participants will win a $750 trip to Opryland Nashville! Another will win $500 cash while yet another will be picked by random drawing to take home “his and hers” Garmin watches. These are only three of the dozens of door prizes given away at the fun run/walk, and they also have substantial cash prizes for the fastest runners in several categories. In Chamber news, we have one new member to report this week. It’s Massage Therapy by Emily Centers located in the salon at 48 McCurdy Avenue North in Rainsville. Centers, a certified and licensed massage therapist, is a certified member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals. She offers Swedish, deep tissue and prenatal massage. She is offering a Father’s Day special in which all fathers will receive $10 off a 30-minute deep tissue massage during June.
The Nursing Assistant program at Northeast Alabama Community College begins Wednesday, July 9, 2014. Students are trained in a classroom setting with 55 hours of instruction and 20 hours of clinical hands-on experience. The classroom curriculum is based on lecture and interactive DVDs in which the student gains a real world insight for their future career. Students who successfully complete 11 weeks of training are eligible to take the state license exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. Program director, Rachel Walker states, “The best benefit of the program is the student can take the state certification exam at the college and not have to go out of town to other testing sites.” There continues to be a demand for Certified Nursing Assistants in long term care and home health careers. According to Julie George, Skills Training Coordinator, “Many students begin jobs immediately after program completion. Instructors are highly trained and enthusiastic about the participants and their ability to begin a new career.” Training is available in April, July, October, and January. Short-term training the for month of July include Pharmacy Technician and Spanish for Healthcare. Registration deadline for July courses is by 4 p.m., July 8, 2014. Persons interested should contact the Skills Training Coordinator, Julie George 256-638-4418 or 256-228-6001, extension 2214 or email georgej@nacc.edu
The Snead State Alumni Association joined members of the Snead State Foundation and the Snead State Cabinet to formally dedicate the Alumni Walk, a brick courtyard located on the Boaz campus. Present for the recent ribbon cutting were, from left, Vice President for Student Services Jason Cannon, Foundation Board member and alumnus Harold Chitwood, SSCC President Dr. Robert Exley, Foundation Board Chairman and alumnus Pat Courington, Foundation Board Treasurer Jack Hancock, Alumni Association Board President Morgan Willis, Chief Academic Officer Jason Watts, Director of Community Education and the Arab Instructional Site Teresa Walker, Snead State Advisory Board member and alumna Joan Noel, Alumni Association Board Treasurer Gary Don Webb and Alumni Director Shelley Smith.
The Marshall County Leadership Challenge (MCLC) is accepting applications for the next class. The application deadline is June 12. Application forms are available online at www.marshallcountyleadership.com Those who are chosen to participate in MCLC will extensively explore Economic Development, Tourism, Education, Public Safety, Media, Health and Social Services and Local Government. In February, the class will travel to Montgomery for the State Government program where they will stay overnight in order to get a more in-depth view of how our state government works. For more information contact MCLC Executive Director, Beth Kennedy at 256- 582-7015 or email her at beth@marshallcountyleadership.com.
The national Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) honor society has honored (NACC) President Dr. David Campbell with an Award of Distinction for his support and service to the local chapter at the college. The Award was presented at the Phi Theta Kappa national conference in Orlando. The 11th annual Summer Latino Festival will be held at Northeast Alabama Community College on Saturday, June 7, 2014, from 12:00 noon until 4:00 p.m. This event will be free and open to the public. There will be a live band, Latino foods sold by local restaurants, free family photos, authentic Latino merchandise for sale, as well as free soft drinks and ice cream. For children, there will be arts, crafts, games, and other activities including Mexican bingo, pony rides, & puppet shows.
Johnnie “Ruth” Heard Burgess Johnnie “Ruth” Heard Burgess, 88, of Albertville, passed away on June 1, 2014. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at the Adams Brown Service Chapel. Burial was in Marshall Memorial Gardens. Survivors include: Daughters: Bonnie and James Johnston and Sharon Lambdon, Sons: Morris Hyatt and Louis Pierce; Sisters: Marcia Stewart, Hazel Bowen, and Barbara Solsby; and Brother; Buddy Heard.
Betty NeSmith Roden Betty NeSmith Roden, 81, of Albertville, passed away on May 28, 2014. Funeral services were held on Friday, May 30 at the Adams Brown Service Chapel. Burial was in Memory Hill Cemetery. Survivors include: Daughters: Delores Roden and Patti & Bill Fowler; and Brother; Edward NeSmith. She was preceded in death by her parents: LP and Sunshine NeSmith and Husband Charles E. Roden.
Luther (Billy) Wesley Bowen Luther (Billy) Wesley Bowen, 82, of Horton, passed away on May 29, 2014. Funeral services were held at Liberty Hill Baptist Church at Hyatt on June 1. Burial was in Liberty Hill Cemetery. Survivors include: Wife: Ruby Bowen; Daughters: Nan Buchanan, Jan McDonald, Suzanne Clark and Fran Bowen; Son: Stan Bowen; Sisters: Jean McWhorter and Tona Rogers; Brothers: Jimmy (Betty) Bowen and Dennis (Diann) Bowen; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Danny Ray Morton Danny Ray Morton, 61, of Albertville, passed away on May 25, 2014. Funeral services were held on Friday, May 30 at the Adams Brown Service Chapel. Burial was in Memory Hill Cemetery. Survivors include: Wife: Mary Nell Morton; Daughters: Melisha (DeWayne) We are living in an “exercise crazy Bowen; and Sons: Chris (Heather) Sims. world”, and I am included in the program! I have the idea that physical exercise will help Betty J. Clark Mrs. Betty J. Clark, 79 of Fort Payne, all who are able to do it. I say it this way, (formerly of Jasper) passed away on June because I know that some people, because of 2, 2014. Funeral arrangements will be some physical handicap, are unable to announced later from Collins-Burke exercise. I have written a leaflet concerning walking and in that leaflet I give I Timothy Funeral Home in Jasper. She is survived by her husband, 4:8: “For bodily exercise profiteth little: but Edwardy Clark; Daughters and sons-in- godliness is profitable unto all things, having laws, Debbie (Gary) Holleman, and Robin promise of the life that now is, and of that (David) Stookey; Sister: Catherine which is to come.” I have walked 4 miles a day for many years, and I also do some other Trueblood, and several Grandchildren. exercises a couple of times a week, but none Adell Hall Spillman of this is worth much compared to “spiritual Mrs. Adell Hall Spillman, 86, of Fort exercise”. It is really alarming to me that so Payne passed away Monday, May 26, 2014 many Americans are involved in physical at her home. Funeral services were held on exercise, while so few are involved in the May 28 at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel “exercise” that builds the mind and spirit! I with burial at Fort Payne Memory Gardens. think it is great that many people are She is survived by her sons: Roy exercising physically, for it will, in most (Phyllis) Spillman, Grady Spillman, and cases, give them a better life in this world. I David (Sherry) Spillman; daughter: Sheila just happen to think that many of those same (Michael) McKinney; & several grand kids. people do not realize the need to “walk some Bobbie Freeman Harris miles” or “lift some weights” in the spiritual Mrs. Bobbie Freeman Harris, 75, of sense. Fyffe passed away Sunday, June 1, 2014 Jude verses 17-19 tell us about some Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today people who are mockers, walking after their (June 5, 2014) at the Highway Church of own ungodly lusts. Jude 19-23 shows us a God Church. Burial in adjoining cemetery. contrast between this worldly group and
How to build up yourself those who seek to build up themselves spiritually: “These be they who separate themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life, And of some have compassion, making a difference: And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire, hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.” The ungodly live a sensual life, without the Spirit of God. The godly, however, are commanded to build up themselves on their most holy faith. Faith must be exercised, if it is to grow and build us up! We are also commanded to pray in the Holy Ghost, which means we desire the Holy Spirit to pray through us, as we pray within the will of God. Then we keep ourselves in love with God and with others. Next we look for the mercy of Christ at His second coming, which ushers us into the fullness of eternal life, which we presently possess as believers. Furthermore, we set out to be compassionate toward others. Then we seek to win those who are headed to eternal damnation. These exercises will build up Christians in the Lord, if we use them.
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Marshall County Juniors Complete MCYL Program Twenty-nine local high school juniors successfully completed the 2013-14 Marshall County Youth Leadership Program. The students were recognized during a graduation banquet on Thursday, May 1, at Gunter’s Landing. "It is such a blessing to work with Marshall County Youth Leadership students. I love having the opportunity to watch the young men and women of our community embark on their journeys toward becoming our future leaders,” said Claudette DeMuth, current Marshall County Leadership Challenge Alumni Association President. “I am also gratified by the level of support the program receives from our community. Helping develop our future leaders is just the right thing to do." Marshall County Youth Leadership is a program that involves juniors from
Albertville, Arab, Asbury, Boaz, Brindlee Moutain, DAR, Douglas and Guntersville High Schools. The students learn more about the government and the resources available in Marshall County as well as experience opportunities to develop their leadership skills. During the Marshall County Youth Leadership Graduation, representatives from each of the schools spoke on their experiences. Throughout the year, the students participated in programs featuring healthcare, education, leadership, public safety, communication and public speaking, etiquette, industry and government. They sponsored children through the Marshall County Christmas Coalition as their service project, and they traveled to Montgomery and had the opportunity to hear Chief Justice Roy S. Moore speak.
The 2013-2014 MCYL class receives their certification of completion for the Marshall County Youth Leadership program at graduation night on May 1 at Gunter’s Landing. Sherry Manley, the upcoming MCLCAA President said, “Marshall County Youth Leadership seeks to continue the tradition of a quality Leadership Program for the fine young men and women of our county. I look forward to next year and the chance to work with a new group of young leaders.” The MCYL program is a collaborative effort between MCLCAA and Snead State Community College. The College was asked in 2009
to assume responsibility for and establish a more active role with the program. The College provides time, people and resources for the program as part of its commitment to the community. “We are delighted that Snead State is remaining a co-sponsor of Marshall County Youth Leadership,” said Kasey Crochet, Snead State Recruiter and College liaison with MCYL. “Marshall County Youth Leadership is a wonderful
experience for students in which they realize their ability to lead by serving in our community.” The 2013-14 Marshall County Youth Leadership class includes: Albertville High School: Natalie Champion, Kristen Martin, Genet Rezene, Haylee Stephens and Abbie Taylor; Arab High School: Kirk Fleming, Laura Graves, Griffith Hawk, Shelby Grace Mays and Kayla Terry; Asbury High School: LeeAnn Minor and
Madeline Upton; Boaz High School: Wesley Burns, Erin Kilpatrick, Marcus Perkins and Zeb Walker; Brindlee Mountain: Kayla McCorry and Chelsey Durham; DAR: Laura Grace Ayers, Kaleb Gowan, Eli Jones and Kyrie Chandle; Douglas High School: Heather Jenkins, Natalie Jumalon, Jon Kubik and Rosie-Moreno-Sanches; and Guntersville High School: Hudson Driskill, Emma Fancher, Koby Langner and Andy Petty.
DeKalb County Sheriff’s Report Two arrested in May 26, 2014 Ronald Bruce Adams, 50, of Fort Payne, public intoxication, public lewdness, and hold for agency May 27, 2014 Timothy Leon Cox, 50, Pisgah, possession of controlled substance, drug paraphernalia, resisting arrest, pistol (conceal), hold for agency Donald Hudson Lee, 65, Fort Payne, court order Ericson Lamar Snow, 24, Montgomery, robbery 1st, hold for agency (2 counts) Jonathan Brad McElory, 36, Fyffe, failing to appear (traffic) - two counts John Kevin Norris, 26, Fort Payne, court order Jimmy Floyd Filmore, 47, Collinsville, Reckless Endangerment.
Nacoma Brian Higgins, 35, Fort Payne, possession of controlled substance, drug paraphernalia, public intoxication Robert Wayne Hilsman, 57, Crossville, possession of controlled substance, drug paraphernalia May 28, 2014 Sheila K. Westbrooks, 46, Ider, disorderly conduct Eddie Ray Fulmer, 31, Albertville, receiving stolen property, hold for agency, theft of property (two counts), promote prison Marc Anthony Gregory, 28, Collinsville, failure to appear, hold for agency David Grant Fulmer, 28, Collinsville, theft of property 1st (two counts), hold for agency Jeffery Lynn Bowers, 42, Jacksonville, AL, nonpayment of child support
Bruce A Hudson, 37, Bristol, FL, Theft of property 1st, identity theft, hold for agency Tamra Denise White, 20, Valley Head, failure to appear Roxann Page Bain, 27, Summerville, GA, court order May 29, 2014 Chastity Lynn Watkins, 37, Ider, court order, hold for agency Derrick Joshua Smith, 22, Albertville, reckless endangerment, attempt to elude, probation violation Steven Henderson, 32, Rainsville, failure to pay Nickie N. Anderson, 31, Rainsville, negotiating WO Starr Lynn Keel, 39, Collinsville, harassment Zachary Lamar Smith, 22, Gadsden, possession of controlled Sub, Drug Para.
May 30, 2014 Amy Michelle Thompson, 27, Rainsville, manufacture of controlled substance 2nd, possession of controlled substance, drug paraphernalia Christopher A. Berry, 37, Fort Payne, Harassment Nacoma Brian Higgins, 35, Fort Payne, Assault 3rd Stanley Jay Scurto, 50, Fort Payne, failure to appear May 31, 2014 Germichael Thompson, 37, Piedmont, failure to appear Chasaty Lasha Johnson, 31, Rainsville, negotiating WO, hold for agency Shannon V. Edgemon, 43, Henagar, hold for agency James Daniel Carroll, 44, Rainsville, DUI (alcohol)
Fort Payne Police Department Report May 9, 2014 Incidents Damaged Property – Occurred at 105 5th Street NE, a fence was damaged, valued at $100.00 Burglary – Occurred at 1201 Fruit Farm Road NE, a front door was damaged, valued at $700.00 Theft of Property – Occurred at 1907 Scenic Road E, a Yamaha Saxophone was taken, valued at $500.00 Duty to Stop & Remain – Occurred at 1300 Gault Ave N, a stop sign was damaged, valued at $100 Two Arrests Kevin Joe Fraley, 46 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct, Public Intoxication and Reckless Endangerment
William Shannon Crane, 39, Fort Payne, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct, Public Intoxication and Two Warrants for Probation Violation and Revocation of Suspended Sentence 1 Accident with 0 Injuries May 10, 2014 Incidents Theft of Services – Occurred at 304 Hope Drive, lawn care services were authorized but not paid for, valued at $480.00 Criminal Mischief – Occurred at 200 Medical Center Drive SW, a curtain was damaged, valued at $100.00 Criminal Mischief – Occurred at 4501 Gault Ave N, paint on both sides and a back hatch were damaged, valued at $5,000
Duty to Stop and Remain – Occurred at 2001 Glenn Blvd SW, a rear bumper on a 2008 Ford Taurus was damaged, valued at $100.00 4 Arrests Fredrick Lee Moncrief III, 22 of Fort Payne, was arrested for DUI Eric Daniel Bone, 25 of Gaylesville, was arrested for Two Warrants for Probation Violation and Violation of Court Order Whitney Lakayla Tolbert, 25, Rainsville, was arrested on a Warrant for Harassment Gregory Paul King, 48 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Domestic Violence and Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs 5 Accidents with 0 Injuries
May 11, 2014 Incidents Damaged Property – Occurred at 1208 Godfrey Ave NE, a street sign and pole were damaged, valued at $50.00 Fraudulent Use of Credit/Debit Card – Occurred at 2001 Glenn Blvd SW, charges of $43.70 were made without authorization 3 Arrests Rolando Jaquez-Bazan, age 21 of Fort Payne, was arrested for DUI. Marcus Laquon Maddox, 18 of Rainsville, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance James Preston Blessing, 18 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance
Cattle Theft Case Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the recent cattle thefts in Southern DeKalb County. According to DeKalb County Sheriff Jimmy Harris, David Grant Fulmer, 28 of Collinsville and Eddie Ray Fulmer, 31 of Albertville were recently taken into custody by DeKalb County Officers and agents from the Department of Agriculture Rural David Grant Fulmer Crime Unit. David Fulmer is charged with 2 counts of Theft of Property 1st for the cattle thefts. Eddie Fulmer is charged with Theft of Property 1st 2 counts, receiving Stolen Property 3rd, Promoting Prison Contraband. Both suspects were booked into the DeKalb County Detention Center. Additional Eddie Ray Fulmer charges are pending at press time. Some stolen property has been recovered and authorities say the investigation is ongoing. “We are glad to get these guys,” said Harris. “The farmers were getting very protective and were concerned about something happening. It is hard to imagine how these people feel, to have what they work so hard for taken from them. I understand how they feel because I have farmed most of my adult life. I hope this will stop the problem in the New Harmony community. We have had a very busy weekend and this helps us close 2 very important cases this week. We have 2 bank robbers and 2 cattle thieves in jail and we are continuing to work these and other cases. I appreciate all the help we received on this case from the Agriculture Rural Crime Unit. These investigators are very familiar with these types of thefts and have contact all over the South to track cattle and livestock movements. This is another case of working together with all available resources to solve crimes.”
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Coaching Changes By Brandon K. Pierce Publisher Several local high school teams will have new coaches when they start up next season. Fort Payne Boys Basketball According to reports Fort Payne Boy’s Basketball Coach Anthony Reed is leaving after 21 years at the helm of the Wildcats Program. He has been named the head boys basketball coach at Florence High School. Sardis Boys Basketball Sardis High School is also looking for a new head boys basketball coach after veteran leader Tracy Cheek was recently relieved of his basketball duties. In 12 seasons at the helm of the Lions program, Cheek guided the Lions to 187 wins, an Etowah County Championship, two area tournament titles, one Northeast Regional appearance and five trips to the sub-regionals. Albertville JV Girls Basketball The Albertville City Board of Education has approved the appointment of Jeanne Walker as the Junior Varsity girls basketball coach. Walker is taking over the program after the resignation of David Boman, who plans to continue working as an assistant football coach and as the Golf coach for the Aggies.
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Ty Cole, a 2014 graduate of Crossville High School, will play basketball for Snead State Community College. He celebrated his opportunity during a May 15 ceremony in the Crossville Gym, where he was The Marshall County Manufacturers Association Golf supported by his family and coaches. Some of those attending Ty’s scholarship signing were: (Front) Tournament will be held on June 20 at 11:00 a.m. at his grandfather, Glendale Davis; parents, Leann and Jon Cole; and his grandmother, Kathy Davis; (Back Gunter’s Landing. The proceeds from the event are used to L-R) Tracy Hulgan, CHS head basketball coach; and Jay Welborn, Snead State head basketball coach. support workforce development in Marshall County, Junior Achievement of Marshall County, the Jon Szucs Scholarship program, and Marshall Technical School/ Snead State skills training program. The cost to enter a team is $400 and includes green fee, cart and lunch. Each company entering a team will also received a free hole sponsorship with logo sign placed at tee. Hole sponsorship is $100. For more information call 256-582-5100.
Snead State Community College students excelled at the recent Phi Beta Lambda State Conference. The organization is now preparing for the National Phi Beta Lambda in Nashville on June 24-27. Pictured, from left, are sponsor Vann Scott, Kelsey Jolley, Daniel Garcia, Caitlin Motes, Daniel Gomez, Jessica Lee, Dalton Farmer, Tiffany Stevens, Glorie Zirkelbach, Kaitlyn Fox, Shari Swain, and sponsor Meredith Jackson. Not shown is Kassie Tillbrook of Altoona.
Early Season SEC Football TV Schedule ESPN has announced kickoff times and television network designations for the first three weeks of the upcoming football season, for all SEC contests previously unannounced. Week 1 South Dakota State at Missouri, 3:30 p.m. ET on ESPNU Clemson at Georgia, 5:30 p.m. ET on ESPN Idaho at Florida, 7 p.m. ET on ESPNU Week 2 UAB at Mississippi State, 2 p.m. ET on FSN Ohio at Kentucky, 3:30 p.m. ET on ESPNU Ole Miss at Vanderbilt, 4:30 p.m. ET on ESPN San Jose State at Auburn, 7 p.m. ET on ESPN2 or ESPNU E. Carolina at S. Carolina, 7 p.m. ET on ESPN2 or ESPNU Week 3 Massachusetts at Vanderbilt, noon ET on FSN Southern Mississippi at Alabama, 6 p.m. ET on ESPN2 Louisiana-Monroe at LSU, 7 p.m. ET on ESPNU Rice at Texas A&M, 9 p.m. ET on ESPN2
Column by Matt Silvestro • Ledger Correspondent
It's quite funny how three years ago many laughed when LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh decided to form the big three with the Miami Heat. Many said money doesn't buy championships, but the truth is, talent does. They invested money into proven talent and they now have an opportunity to win their third straight NBA championship and start a dynasty. They will be taking on the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA finals. The Spurs are a veteran team with the likes of Tim Duncan and Tony Parker still playing well. This could be the Spurs last opportunity to win it all before heading into rebuilding mode. I couldn't imagine a better NBA final actually. The two best teams are in it and dominated their way into the finals. The Heat brought players in so they could win, and the Spurs have had the same group of players together for awhile and continue to contend each year. Both franchises did it quite differently, but both have had such great success. It's going to be a fantastic finals.
The University of Alabama’s 2014 Homecoming football game will take place on Nov. 22, when the Crimson Tide hosts Western Carolina in Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa.
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