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I can’t be the only one in Alabama who feels it is time to end this tipping madness. Please understand this has nothing to do with the many, many excellent and hard-working people who deserve a tip. I can think of several categories that fit the bill. Yet, several need to stop expecting a tip from us all!

However, living in Alabama also comes with a few critters due to the humid climate. There's nothing we can do about it. I have been told that this DEADLY creature is also just part of life in the deep south of Alabama. The deadly annoyance is active right here in Alabama.

PURPLE, PURPLE, PURPLE. What is the deal with purple in Alabama? If you see purple paint on a tree, fence, piece of wood, or building in Alabama would you have any idea what the purple paint posted really means?

The MOSQUITO. After a couple of decades of peace, now these critters are being found in our state with a very serious virus. According to WKRG-TV in Mobile, The Mobile County Health Department has confirmed a positive test for the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus in a trapped mosquito.

I had money, yes money, that was "unclaimed" and waiting for me. All I had to do was fill out a few forms. This week is National Unclaimed Property Week, and Alabama residents are missing out.

I have never worried about the basics in life, as much as I do at this point. Medication. All medications should be easy to find when we need them. I've never seen SO MANY drug shortages in Alabama or America in my lifetime.

Jan. 3, 1950, was an historic day for country music, although no one was aware of it at the time.

On Jan. 3, 2000, Rimes kicked off the new year -- and the new millennium -- on a high note.

On Jan. 2, 1975, 'Austin City Limits' premiered on PBS.

On Jan. 1, 1994, Hill started off the new year on a high note.