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AL HR126
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/8/2016
Primary Sponsor
Nathaniel Ledbetter
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AI Summary
- Celebrates the life and legacy of news pioneer Carey Baker, who died February 29, 2016, at age 68
- Baker graduated from Crossville High School in 1964 and attended the University of Alabama; he established the first network to cover local sports in DeKalb County while working at The Sand Mountain News in the late 1960s
- Founded Tri-County Rural News in Fyffe, Alabama, and established The Weekly Post in 1986 before leaving the newspaper business in 1996 to work with Farmer's Wireless in 2000
- Served as Chair of the Rainsville Industrial Board, Vice Chair of the Rainsville Agri-Center Board, member of the Rainsville Medical Board, and President of the Rainsville Lions Club
- House of Representatives offers this resolution in tribute to Baker's inspiring legacy and extends heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends
Legislative Description
Baker, Carey, death mourned
Resolutions, Condolence
Last Action
Joint Rule 11
3/8/2016
Full Bill Text
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