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Maytag recalls 1.6M refrigerators

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:33:47 GMT

Maytag Corp. said Tuesday that it has voluntarily recalled about 1.6 million refrigerators due to an electrical problem that could create a fire hazard.

Tax-free gun sales for shoppers

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:17:33 GMT

South Carolina shoppers will get a second chance to buy tax-free guns.

Gulf of Mexico lease sale to be held

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:52:27 GMT

Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced the Department will hold an oil and natural gas lease sale for the Central Gulf of Mexico.

FDA backs off Gulf of Mexico oyster ban

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:56:26 GMT

The Obama administration is backing off a plan to ban raw oysters from the Gulf of Mexico during warm weather.

Wal Mart seeks safer Black Friday sales

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:48:16 GMT

Wal-Mart Stores said Wednesday it will keep its stores open 24 hours and take new crowd-control measures Thanksgiving weekend after a temporary employee was trampled to death in a Black Friday rush last year.

Oil prices rise as economy recovers

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:00:08 GMT

Oil prices rose sharply Thursday on new signs that the U.S. economy has rebounded, though crude levels globally continue to grow and there are few signs that actual demand for it has increased significantly.

Ala wants taxes from online retailers

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:38:25 GMT

There is a renewed interest among Alabama lawmakers to crack down on online retailers who don't collect sales tax.

Recyclers need more time for clunkers

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 17:10:15 GMT

Trade-ins from the Cash for Clunkers program are piling up and auto recyclers are asking for more time to meetthe deadline for disposing of them.

Federal stimulus helps Alabama jobs

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:18:44 GMT

A report by state officials shows that more than 4,450 jobs have been created in Alabama by the infusion of federal stimulus money.

Future looks grim for local shrimpers

Libby Amos — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 01:07:29 GMT

Shrimpers in Bayou La Batre fear their business is in jeopardy. Many shrimp boat captains are cutting trips short and bringing in fewer shrimp.

Cable, dish and now U-verse

Bob Grip — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:20:09 GMT

AT&T is preparing to launch U-verse, its interactive phone, data and television service in Mobile.

Pensacola Beach facing busiest weekend

Christina Leavenworth — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 00:32:12 GMT

In many areas, this weekend is all about the red, white and blue. On Pensacola Beach, it's also about the green. Pensacola Beach is gearing up for it's busiest weekend all year.

BBB� warns of door-to-door salesmen

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:27:37 GMT

Your BBB is warning consumers to be wary of salesmen who are going door-to-door offering home security systems “at no cost.”

Chenille robes recalled

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:57:22 GMT

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Blair LLC, of Warren, Pa., are re-announcing the voluntary recall by Blair of 162,000 women's full length Chenille Robes.

Facebook & MySpace users, beware

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:26:05 GMT

Facebook and MySpace have detected two variants of a new worm. These worms, or viruses, transforms victim's machines into zombie computers.

Business owners worry over construction

April Douglas — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 23:24:52 GMT

Some local owners are afraid road work that's meant to improve driving conditions could actually make things worse for them. Construction has been happening at the intersection of Old Shell and Schillinger.

Possible 3-cent tax per gallon of gas

Christina Leavenworth — Wed, 27 May 2009 23:18:35 GMT

The Escambia County Area Transit could be in trouble and to fix it, everyone could be paying for it. Escambia County Commissioners are looking at putting a three-cent tax on every gallon of gas.

Hyundai recalls 90K Sonata sedans

Wed, 27 May 2009 18:25:54 GMT

Hyundai Motor Co. is recalling more than 90,000 Sonata sedans to replace door handles that have caused cuts on the fingers of some motorists.

Daily Deals: Do it Yourself for Less

Cherish Lombard — Mon, 18 May 2009 22:13:33 GMT

Now that spring is here, you may be thinking about making some improvements around your home. That can be scary and expensive, but there are some projects you can tackle yourself. One of those projects is building your own fence.

AL State Bar program helps homeowners

Wed, 13 May 2009 02:39:30 GMT

As economists and policy-makers work out plans to help the nation’s trouble economy, homeowners who’ve lost jobs, or whose salaries have been slashed, are struggling to pay their mortgages.

Mayfield ice cream recall

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:30:18 GMT

Mayfield Dairy Farms has announced it is recalling containers of its Mayfield Homemade Vanilla Select Ice Cream because of possible ammonia contamination.

Daily Deals: Vacation and Travel

Cherish Lombard — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:16:15 GMT

Travel agents say they're seeing a lot more people traveling now, than they have in quite some time. Jennifer Gaines with the online agency " Travelocity" says she attributes the recent spike to great deals.

State insurer rates increasing

Christina Leavenworth — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:58:42 GMT

With hurricane season a little more than a month away, a bill has been passed that will allow the state created insurer, Citizens Property Insurance, to increase its rates up to 20-percent. Legislators say without the increase, rates could shoot up so fast, policy holders couldn't pay them.

Bidders cash in on foreclosure auction

Renee Dials — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:53:58 GMT

Dozens of bidders showed up for the foreclosure auction at the Mobile Civic Center Tuesday. As more and more homeowners and investors fall victim to the nations housing crisis, other people are trying to cash in.

Daily Deals - Coupons

Cherish Lombard — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 21:05:30 GMT

Rising food prices are forcing you to spend more money than ever on groceries, but there is help, coupons! You can get coupons in the newspaper, in the mail, and even online.

US Fidelis comments on customer service

Derica Williams — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:23:49 GMT

Telemarketers are working overtime. The Better Business Bureau said they've been getting a lot of complaints lately about nuisance phone calls from advertisers. A St. Louis company is now under fire for its alleged practices. The company US Fidelis, is facing scrutiny after people across the country claim they were misled into paying for warranties that didn't cover their problems.

Jemison's bait shop forced to close

April Douglas — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:24:43 GMT

A Coden bait shop is in danger of being closed by the county, but some anglers aren't letting local leaders off the hook so easy. A letter sent to Jemison's Bait Shop dated January 12th says the county finds it in the public's best interest to make the land leased to Jemison's available for public use, for things such as fishing piers, parks and boat ramos. Supporters of Jemison's say there are plenty of those around, but only one Jemison's.

Flea & tick meds could harm your pets

Cherish Lombard — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:11:01 GMT

Flea and tick medication is supposed to keep your pet safe, but some products may be hurting your furry friend.

Heavy passengers could be charged more

Derica Williams — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:52:43 GMT

United Airlines gets strict, overweight passengers may have to buy an extra seat, or stay behind.

Dog breeders upset about Pres. new dog

Cherish Lombard — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:22:03 GMT

President Obama promised his daughters a dog if he was elected president. Now he's honoring that promise. On Tuesday, the first family welcomed their new Portuguese Water Dog, "Bo", into the White House.