Giving to churches, other nonprofits increases in 2003

April 29, 2004

The average amount of money given to nonprofits — including churches and other houses of worship — rose significantly in 2003, the Barna Group reported,

New law increases rights of Alabama foster parents

April 29, 2004

A new Alabama law will require streamlined procedures between foster parents and all state-licensed child placement agencies, making foster parents a more respected part of

Gadsden woman’s ministry teaches teens, college-age girls truths for godly lifestyles

April 29, 2004

While women like Britney Spears and Janet Jackson lead the fight for an “anything goes” mentality, many parents battle to keep their teens from being

Someone You Should Know — Grady Parker

April 29, 2004

Church: University Baptist Church, Montevallo Favorite Bible verse: 1 Corinthians 13:1 Favorite hymn: “Amazing Grace” Hobbies: Being mayor Family status: Widowed; two children; three grandchildren

Whole grains considered ‘good’ carbs

April 29, 2004

Humans have considered whole grain and legumes to be dietary staples throughout recorded history. Current research is rediscovering the many health benefits of whole grains