Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27, 2008 Bridges Out of Poverty Conference, Huntsville, AL. The conference will address how to understand and end generational poverty. This two day conference will be held at First Baptist Church, Governors Drive from 8:30-3:30. Social Workers who attend may earn up to 11.5 CEU hours approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work. Please call 256-428-9435 or register at our web site, www.cwjc.net

The Huntsville Police Citizens Foundation is a long way from their goal, over $400,000 needed for the Huntsville Police Fallen Officers Memorial, and they need your help. They continue to believe that the community and local corporations will make this Memorial a reality. There are two upcoming fundraising activities; the Memorial Walk (1 mile) at the Cotton Row, on May 26th, and the Elk's Lodge Motorcycle Run on May 10th. In addition to these events, donations are needed. Several engraving options are available around the memorial. For details on the engraving options or either fundraising event, please visit the memorial website at www.hsvcity.com/police/Police%20Memorial.htm  Your support is greatly appreciated.

ADTRAN, Inc., a leading supplier of innovative networking and communications equipment is expanding its line of IP Telephony products with the introduction of the NetVanta 7060 IP PBX w/integral voicemail, auto attendant and 24 port PoE switch as well as the ADTRAN IP 706 and IP 712 IP phones that are SIP based, offer large, backlit displays and are priced for the SMB and converged VoIP markets. For more information, visit www.adtran.com

Cad Tooling Design & Drafting takes pride in providing a full range of services from concept, design and modeling to CNC machining and prototyping. Our primary clients are manufacturers and engineering consultants. From product design to design for manufacture-ability, we can help you in the initial stages of designing your product. All projects are worked with our client's needs at the forefront of everything we do. We consistently aspire to exceed expectations and deliver what is expected. Our capabilities include having the latest release of Solidworks Pro, with three workstations in our studio. Anyone interested in contacting us, or just obtaining more information can go to www.cadtooldesign.com

LEE BUILDERS, INC. SPRING 2008 PROJECT UPDATE. LBI has won contracts on the Scottsboro Police Department, Douglas High School, NASA Building 4604, and Huntsville High School Soccer Field House that begin this quarter. LEE BUILDERS, INC./LEXUS GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY. March 2008. Owner Ellenae Fairhurst breaks ground at Lexus. Mayor Spencer, Sean Lee-LBI Project Manager, Paul Bergman-LBI Superintendent, Steve Schneider-Architect, and others attended. The project is a negotiated $2.7M renovation scheduled for completion in December 2008.

LEE BUILDERS, INC. WINS "EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION" AWARDS. LBI was awarded three "2007 Excellence in Construction" awards by the Associated Builders & Contractors at their annual awards banquet this spring. The ABC "Excellence in Construction" award is a nationwide program to publicly recognize quality and innovation in the construction industry. Sean Lee, Project Manager, and Paul Bergmann, Superintendent, accepted first place awards for LBI in the Pre-engineered Building Under $2 Million Category for Stewart Electric Company's New Office & Warehouse and in the Public Works/Environmental Category for John Hunt Park Soccer Communication Center. Shea Thomas, Project Manager, and Pat O'Reilly, Superintendent, accepted the first place award for LBI in the Institutional Under $5 Million Category for Providence Baptist Church.

Maximum Life Enhancement, Inc. is a nationally recognized organizational management and leadership development business specializing in customized, interactive training for any occasion. Topics include: leadership/management development, cultural diversity, team building, conflict mediation, and professional presence. Participants are equipped with proven strategies for personal and professional success. Maximum Life Enhancement... Empowering people for life! Visit the web site at www.mxlife.com  or call for a consultation at (256) 859-4241.

PETZ SITTER - Need a professional pet sitter or dog walker for the summer? Petz Sitter can do it all for you. A licensed and bonded in-home pet sitting service can provide pet walks, pet visits, photograph your pets or provide dog products from our web site dog boutique, Maximus Boxer Products. We are members of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, Pet Sitters International and Professional United Pet Sitters, along with reaching a certification through NAPPS. Don't stress your pets by taking them out of their home environment. Hire Petz Sitter to continue their regular routine at home. Check out our web site to request a consultation www.petzsitter.com  or call 461-7652.

Identity theft is a growing problem in North America. Did you know only 28% of Identity Theft cases involve financial fraud? Pre-Paid Legal Casualty Inc. (NYSE: PPD) is fighting back with its Identity Theft Shield plan. We also protect your legal rights with our unique Life Events Legal Service Plan. Both are available to individuals or as an employee benefit. Find out how Pre-Paid Legal is making "Justice for All" a reality. Contact your independent associate today. Chris Button 1-(877)-731-9263 cwbutton@prepaidlegal.com , www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/cwbutton

June Guthier, Social/Business Etiquette Consultant: In today's corporate setting, exceptional manners not only enhance a company's image, but also increase employee morale and significantly contribute to bottom-line profitable. As a certified social/business consultant, Ms. Guthier tailors her instructional program to meet each client's specific needs. Her goal is to assist in creating a professional image that provides the needed edge in today's aggressive, consumer-driven economy. Call (256) 259-3706 or e-mail jworthy@scottsboro.org  for further information.

Graduations, banquets, weddings and family reunions it's that time of the year. There will be parties and large family gathering with lots of food and after party cleanup. When planning your event why not give Hostess for Hire by Kathryn a call. We specialize in hosting your event and serving your catered or personally prepared meals. You may contact us a (256) 772-6846 or (256) 658-6846. We may also be contacted by e-mail at Hostess4Hire@yahoo.com

Marbleworks was established in 1991 as a Professional Fabricator and Installer of Natural Stone Products. Today, we specialize in custom stone work including Granite Countertops, Stone Flooring an many other stone applications. Located in Northeast Alabama in Henagar. Marbleworks serves all North Alabama Counties as well as the middle Tennessee. Marbleworks was founded by and continues to be operated by owner Chip Kerby. Our Reputation is built on quality work and reasonable prices and your satisfaction is always guaranteed. Check us out and see our current inventory of slabs on our web site at www.marbleworksusa.com

Gas Prices Reach New High Average $3.50 per gallon. Car Care Council's Gas Savings Tips Can Save Big Money at the Pump. Bethesda, MD - April 23, 2008 - Associated Press reported on Monday that gas prices have reached a new high, averaging $3.50 per gallon throughout the country, and crude oil also set a new record for the sixth day in a row, closing above $117 per barrel. The Car Care Council warns that putting off vehicle care and maintenance can make matters worse. Proper vehicle maintenance will increase miles per gallon, saving precious dollars at the pump. "The best way to fight higher costs at the gas pump is to keep your vehicle running properly. You can't control the price of gas, but you can control how much gas you burn by proper maintenance and how you drive," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. "Performing simple and inexpensive maintenance can save as much as $1200 a year in gas cost." The Car Care Council offers these gas-savings maintenance and driving tips:

• When tires aren't inflated properly, it's like driving with the parking brake on, and can cost a mile or two per gallon.

• An air filter that is clogged with dirt, dust and bugs chokes off the air and creates a "rich" mixture - too much gas being burned for the amount of air, which wastes gas and causes the engine to lose power. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10 percent, saving about 15 cents on a gallon.

• A vehicle can have either four, six or eight spark plugs, which fire as many as three million times each 1,000 miles, resulting in a lot of heat, electrical and chemical erosion. A dirty spark plug causes misfiring, which wastes fuel. Spark plugs need to be replaced regularly.

• Keep your car properly tuned. A 21st Century tune-up can improve your gas mileage by an average of four percent. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve your mileage by as much as 40 percent.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the "Be Car Care Aware" consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For a free copy of the council's Car Care Guide or for more information, visit www.carcare.org

Did you know there are 14 "for-profit" hospice providers in our area? The quality of care and services available differ widely among agencies. Hospice Family Care is Madison County's only not-for-profit hospice provider and has been serving this community since 1979. Many people are unaware of the options available for end-of-life care. Hospice Family Care is seeking opportunities to speak to civic or church groups in our community. There is a wide variety of topics available and we are always interested in special requests, in order to best meet the needs of each group. Speakers are available free of charge. For more information, please contact the HFC Public Relations Director at (256) 650-1212.

Need to get your injured worker back on the job? We can help! Comp1One features injury management services focused on reducing employer costs for workers' compensation claims. Our professional and knowledgeable staff links the injured worker, employer, doctors, and insurance adjusters to simplify the work comp process. We also offer savings through our PPO Network. We can customize our services to meet your company's needs. Contact Beth Couch at (256) 532-2766 or visit www.compone.org

Executive Flight Center is pleased to announce our acquisition of a Twin Engine Beech Duchess aircraft enabling us to provide multi-engine training as well as provide a rental option for those who to prefer to travel on 2 engines. For more details visit our web site at www.executiveflightcenter.com  or call 256.828.1403. Executive Flight Center is currently seeking a Full Time CSR for our FBO desk operations. If you enjoy meeting the public and would like a different environment from the 9-5 office job, this could be for you. Duties include operating computer point of sales system, collecting and balancing cash, answering phone, providing concierge-type services for pilots and their passengers, scheduling rental aircraft and instructors, handling aircraft and car rentals. Interested in aviation or airport operations? It's never a dull day at the airport! Please email resume and any questions to donna@executiveflightcenter.com

Partnership Opportunity: A unique computerized design hardening method for commercial grade microelectronics is now available for licensing. Developed by the winner of four SBIR awards, this innovative, cost effective method provides radiation tolerance on critical exoatmospheric and space vehicles. Offer an unfair competitive advantage by delivering a wide range of low cost solutions in shorter time. Sector exclusivity can be arranged. Terms are negotiable. E-mail asc-info@ascinc.com  or call 603-437-2234.

CONCERTS AT THE COLUMNS BEGIN AT HUNTSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDEN. The popular Concert at the Columns series is set to begin on May 2nd at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. The series will feature various artists from North Alabama and beyond. The concerts will be held in the Boeing-Toyota Amphitheater at the Garden. The first concert in the series will feature The Rocket City Brass - popular brass band playing rock, standards, country and much more. The concert is scheduled for 7 pm. Guests should park in the overflow parking lot and enter through the gates at the amphitheatre. Other scheduled concerts are:

• June 6 - Microwave Dave and the Nukes

• July 11 - Mambo Gris Gris

• August 1 - The Purple Ravens

Advance tickets to the concert are available at the Botanical Garden and are $8. Children under 5 are $5. All adult tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, visit the Garden website www.hsvbg.org  or call Caroline Crackel at 256-830-4447 ext. 241. Huntsville Botanical Garden is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, supported by the community. The 110-acre garden is open year-round. Address: 4747 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35805. For more information visit our website at www.hsvbg.org  or call (256) 830-4447.

Calhoun Community College to Offer 75 Full-Tuition Scholarships Through Waiver Grants. Calhoun Community College announced that it will offer 75 full-tuition scholarships through its 2008-2009 Tuition and Fee Waiver Grant Program. The grant is a state-funded program for economically disadvantaged students that pay for tuition and fees related to attending Calhoun Community College during the Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 semesters. For the purpose of this program, an economically disadvantaged student is defined as a student who is an Alabama resident qualifying for a Federal Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG). The grant provides a waiver for tuition and fee charges for up to 60 total hours of classes taken over no more than two academic years. To be eligible, applicants

• Must be a new student.

• Must be admitted as a regular, degree seeking student.

• Must enroll in a minimum 10 semester hours per term (must complete 30 semester hours during the 08-09 academic year).

• Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Form may be found online at www.fafsa.ed.gov/

• Must complete the Tuition and Fee Waiver Application

• Must be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant and SEOG.

• Must be eligible for instate tuition rates.

• Meet and maintain Calhoun's Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements.

• Must maintain enrollment in all courses paid for with the Tuition & Fee Waiver.

Other Terms of Tuition & Fee Waiver Grant

• Grant will waive instate tuition and fee charges for up to 60 hours.

• Grant will pay for no more than two academic years.

Awards will be made to applicants who meet all qualifications on a first-come, first-serve basis. Application Deadline: June 15, 2008 (for Fall 2008 semester); October 15, 2008 (for Spring 2009 semester.) 2008-2009 Tuition and Fee Waiver Grant Application forms are available at www.calhoun.edu/financialaid/tuitionwaiver0809.pdf  For more information on the program, contact Mary Asherbranner, Office of Student Financial Services, Calhoun Community College (256) 306-2624.

With spring weather here and many families traveling, Verizon Wireless offers this advice if you find yourself in a bad storm or a crisis situation:

• Limit non-emergency calls to conserve battery power

• Send brief text messages rather than voice calls -often text messages get through when wireless networks are overtaxed during a crisis.

• Check weather and news reports available through many Internet-connected wireless phones, and through other wireless phone applications

• Purchase additional batteries and car-charger adapters for your wireless devices

• Maintain a list of emergency phone numbers - police, fire, and rescue agencies; program them into your phone.

• Distribute wireless phone numbers to family members and friends.

S&K Menswear opens first newly designed prototype store in Huntsville, AL. Richmond, VA-S&K Famous Brands, Inc will be opening the first of a series of newly designed stores at Bridge Street Towne Center in Huntsville, Alabama. This new store design is a key component in S&K Menswear's strategic plan to transition from a traditional "suit store" to a collection-oriented retailer of better menswear. Grand Opening festivities will kick of Thurs May 8th with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony at 10am. The weekend celebration will include a $500 wardrobe package giveaway and 20% off savings certificates to the first 25 customers each day Thurs May 8th thru Monday, May 12th. S&K Famous Brands, Inc is a menswear retailer operating over 220 stores in 26 states reaching from the East Coast to Texas and from Maine to Florida. S&K offers a complete line of men's apparel, generally priced 20-40% below department store and specialty store regular prices. For more information visit www.skmenswear.com

YOUNG AT HEART DOLLS & GIFTS, 1604 B Hughes Road, Madison, Al. 35758 would like to invite you to visit our store during the month of May and take advantage of our storewide 10% off sale (excluding the Nursery). This is in celebration of our third year Anniversary under the ownership of Hal and Kathy Pullum. Also we have the largest selection of Webkinz in the Madison area. We are presently running the following specials: Buy 3 Webkinz at $12.99 get the 4th one Free, buy 2 Lil'kinz at $9.99 get the 3rd one Free, Shining Stars were $14.99 now just $9.99. Don't forget we have the only MIDDLETON NEWBORN NURSERY in northern and central Alabama where you can adopt a Middleton Doll that looks and feels like a real newborn. We now also offer preemies in our Nursery. COME BY AND SEE US OR CALL US AT (205) 772-0078 OR OUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IS yahdolls@knology.net

PANOPLY® 2008 ANNOUNCES GEICO "HOMEGROWN TALENT CONTEST" WINNERS! Huntsville, AL - THE ARTS COUNCIL is pleased to announce the winners of the GEICO "HOMEGROWN TALENT CONTEST" FINALS at PANOPLY 2008, PRESENTED BY BOEING. Winners were announced on Sunday which, despite a slight amount of inclement weather, propelled the festival into a record-breaking estimated attendance of 150,000 patrons! This year, for the first time, the talent contest boasted THREE categories: Junior, Adult, and Group, serving to make this one of the most popular of the outdoor festival's area talent contests, ever!

PANOPLY 2008'S GEICO "HOMEGROWN TALENT CONTEST" WINNERS ARE:

JUNIOR CATEGORY

1ST PLACE (INDIVIDUAL) - TYLER HUTTON from HUNTSVILLE (SINGING/GUITAR)

2ND PLACE (INDIVIDUAL) - ASHLEIGH MARIE from NEW MARKET (SINGING/GUITAR)

3RD PLACE (INDIVIDUAL) - HUNTER KING from HARTSELLE (SINGING)

ADULT CATEGORY

1ST PLACE (INDIVIDUAL) - ANNIE READUS-ERSKINE from HUNTSVILLE (SINGING)

2ND PLACE (INDIVIDUAL) - SHERRI MCLEAN from HUNTSVILLE (SINGING)

3RD PLACE (INDIVIDUAL) - ALEXANDER "MAJ" STURM from HUNTSVILLE (PIANO)

GROUP CATEGORY

1ST PLACE - BLUE PERSUASION from HARTSELLE (ACOUSTIC SET)

2ND PLACE - BRENT & BARRY from ATHENS (GUITAR DUO)

3RD PLACE - BUCKSHOT from GRANT (CLASSIC ROCK BAND)

For more information, call THE ARTS COUNCIL at (256) 519-ARTS (2787) or visit us on the web at www.panoply.org.

Panoply® 2008 Announces Wachovia Bank Choreography Competition Winners! Huntsville, AL - The Arts Council is pleased to announce the winners of the Wachovia Bank Choreography Competition at Panoply 2008, presented by Boeing. The 27th Annual Panoply Choreography Competition gives dancers the opportunity to express their talent through new dance works and also gives festival audiences the chance to see the creativity of these dedicated performers. Panoply awards the winner in each category $500 and awards the winner for Best Overall Choreography $1,000. This is the first year the competition has boasted FIVE categories: Best Modern, Tap, Ballet, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. Winners were announced late Saturday evening.

The Panoply 2008 Choreography Winners are:

"Best Modern" - Michelle Whittington from Hoover, AL - "Apartogether Touch"

"Best Tap" - Melony League from Huntsville - "School Days"

"Best Ballet" - Kyle Sequin from Birmingham - "Premisia"

"Best Jazz" - Cynthia Quintela from Huntsville - "Because"

"Best Hip-Hop" - Jordan K. Smith from Snellville, GA - "Building (Something Extraordinary)"

"BEST IN SHOW" - Kyle Sequin from Birmingham - "Sorcerer's Apprentice"

Panoply® 2008 Announces "THE OFFICIAL ALABAMA STATE FIDDLING CHAMPIONSHIP" WINNERS! Huntsville, AL - The Arts Council is pleased to announce the winners of the The Official Alabama State Fiddling Championship at Panoply 2008, presented by Boeing. Winners were announced just moments ago at the cloudy-but-crowded ARTSTRAVAGANZA! As befits its title, this competition is open to contestants from across the nation; it consists of five total categories: four amateur levels divided by age and one "Master Fiddler" level open to all ages. The various categories presented five monetary prizes and trophies each, and the winner of the "Master Fiddler" level was awarded a cash prize of $1,000 along with the Official Alabama State Championship "Governor's Cup." Congratulations to the winners!

The Panoply 2008 Official Alabama State Fiddling Champions are:

Junior-Junior Division (12 & Under) - Maggie Lee Collum from Waddy, KY

Junior Division (13-16) - Alex Thomlinson from Suches, GA

Adult Division (17 - 59) - Marcie Denton from Murfreesboro, TN

Senior Division (60 & Over) - Wayne Jerrolds from Savannah, TN

And "Master Division" was awarded to Joel Whittinghill from Bowling Green, KY

For more information, call The Arts Council at (256) 519-ARTS (2787) or visit us on the web at www.panoply.org.

PANOPLY® 2008 ANNOUNCES "TASTE OF PANOPLY" WINNERS! Huntsville, AL - THE ARTS COUNCIL, INC. is pleased to announce that a very successful opening evening of Panoply 2008 was capped off with the winners of the 2008 "TASTE OF PANOPLY" COMPETITION! Food Vendors participating in the outdoor arts extravaganza are all entered into this fun competition held in the BUFFALO ROCK FAMILY FOOD TENT. The vendors compete for "BEST SPECIALTY ITEM," "BEST ENTRÉE," "BEST DISPLAY," and "BEST OVERALL." The winners receive a blue ribbon to showcase their award throughout the festival weekend…but the real winners are the festival-goers who get to enjoy the delicious foods! THE WINNERS ARE:

"BEST SPECIALTY ITEM" - Repicci's Italian Ice Refreshment Concept of Atlanta: MANGO ITALIAN ICE

"BEST ENTRÉE" - D&D Concession of Killen, AL: PHILLY CHEESE STEAK SANDWICH

"BEST DISPLAY" - Georgie's Greek Tasty Foods of Panama City, FL

"BEST OVERALL" - Ching's Concession of Pensacola, FL

All of these vendors are first-time winners at Panoply! For more information on PANOPLY competitions - or the festival in general - call THE ARTS COUNCIL at (256) 519-ARTS (2787) or visit us on the web at www.panoply.org

"Ticket to Success" In today's corporate setting, exceptional manners not only enhance a company's image, but also increase employee morale and significantly contribute to bottom-line profitable. As a certified social/business consultant, I tailor my program with each client to meet their needs. My goal is to create a professional image that provides the needed edge in today's aggressive, consumer-driven economy. Date to be announced, Conference Call, South Eastern Software and Systems Engineering Conference, which I will participate. June Guthier 256-259-3706 jworthy@scottsboro.org

Jennifer Harris, founder of The Harris Company, LLC is among the most visible and successful real estate professionals with Weichert, Realtors®-The Executive Group. Jennifer began her real estate career in 2004 and quickly rose to the ranks of one of The Executive Group's top producing agents. Jennifer's negotiation skills, marketing knowledge, area market expertise and no-nonsense, results-driven approach make her the powerhouse she has become at a young age. The Harris Company is dedicated to representing their clients with the sale and acquisition of single family residences, luxury homes, and income producing properties within North Alabama. For more information please visit www.whyhuntsville.com  or call The Harris Company at 256-990-0118.

SendOutCards is pleased to announce a new array of Spring gifts. We've selected gifts that we thought would best fit the upcoming holidays and warm weather that approaches. We have gifts for mothers and teachers, a special collection of nuts and nougat, and some iced tea gift packages. AvenueSweets has supplied us with professional designed and timely gifts that compliment cards nicely and make celebrating the holidays both simple and memorable. To read more about our new selection, go to the gifts page on our Web site where you can view these new seasonal gifts. You can also see a write-up on our blog: https://www.sendoutcards.com/images/corpblog/blogger/  Laura Davey Send Out Cards, Senior Manager Direct: (256) 755-1719, www.SendOutCards.com/Alabama

Express Employment Professionals Brings Express Business Solutions to Huntsville. Huntsville, AL May 6, 2008 – Huntsville’s Express Employment Professionals office is bringing Mr. Jack Smalley of Express Business Solutions to Huntsville to discuss The Top 10 Ways Employers Get Sued and How To Avoid Them at the Huntsville Sheraton Airport. Mr. Smalley will discuss the most common legal and illegal interactions between employers and employees on May 29,2008 from 8am until 12 noon. "Express Business Solutions provides consulting and training/development services through expert consultants in workforce/workplace issues. This informative seminar is free and human resource professionals can earn 3.5 hours of continuing education credits. Mr. Smalley is backed by over 30 years of experience. As a Senior Human Resource consultant, Smalley provides training, consulting, problem-solving and legal research on a vast array of complex issues. Past attendees have called him informative, entertaining and fun. Express provides expertise in temporary staffing/evaluation and direct hire; contract and executive recruiting and placement; and customized human resource services. For More Information: Mark Lambert, Express Employment Professionals, 5650 Sanderson Street Suite P, Huntsville, Al 35805, 256-721-JOBS, Mark.lambert@expresspros.com