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Afternoon Edition For Thursday July 2, 2009
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...Another Sunny Day Friday...

FEW, IF ANY, STORMS FOR JULY 4TH: The weather is rather benign across
Alabama and we do not see any notable change in this pattern until
late in the weekend and early next week. The good old dew point was
mostly in the 50s across North and Central Alabama this afternoon,
which gives you a better comfort zone even if the old thermometer goes
above 90. Temperatures tonight will again be in the 50s. We expect low
90s again tomorrow, but again fairly low humidity.

FOCUS ON THE HOLIDAY: We are seeing less and less evidence of your
picnic or backyard barbeque being bothered by rain Saturday. We cannot
totally rule out a shower or storm, but if it happens it should be
quite late in the day or early evening. We really do not think you
will see any. High temperatures Saturday afternoon will be in the
lower 90s, but it could easily be in the mid 90s in parts of West and
South Alabama.

FIREWORKS TIME: The official time of sunset Saturday is around 8:00
p.m. Of course, that is too early to start the fireworks. Usually,
most of the organized fireworks start around 8:45 or 9:00 p.m. We
think the chance of a shower or storm at that time will be extremely
small and temperatures will be in the lower 80s. Not bad.

TROPICAL AND BEACH WEATHER: Only a small risk of a thunderstorm
tomorrow along the Alabama/NW Florida coast and some widely scattered
ones for the July 4 holiday. A slightly better chance on Sunday, but
the better chance of all will be on Monday. High temperatures between
90 and 95. A survey of sea surface temperatures show very warm water
along the coast with water temperatures in the mid to upper 80s. We
even saw a water temperature of 92 off Waveland, Mississippi. Tropical
storms and hurricanes feast on water that warm, but there are no signs
of any development.

DEADHORSE: What a great name and we use that one to start our roaming
around the countryside. That town near the north edge of Alaska will
have highs 45 to 55 for Independence Day and lows in the 30s. The NE
USA continues awash. In the last 24 hours, 5.67 inches of rain at
Easton, New York and 6.25 inches at South Argyle, both in Washington
County. Numerous thunderstorms were bothering Boston today as well as
much of Connecticut and Delaware. Tallahassee had the 4th hottest June
on record. The 4.72 inches of rain at Tampa yesterday made it the 6th
wettest July day since records started in 1890. Bangor, Maine had
their wettest June ever with 8.12 inches. Coldest temperatures this
morning 34 at Barter Island, Alaska and 35 at Meacham, Oregon.

MY TINY CORNER OF THE WORLD: I want to steal a little bit of space
from Little Miss Molly today to encourage us all to offer full support
to our far-flung military personnel protecting our freedom in the most
remote of locations. That means a lot of prayer, not only for the
troops, but for their families back home. As for Little Miss Molly,
she had another long sleep. I have never seen her happier. She loves
the whole wide world, including the postman, the pizza guy, neighbors
walking around the track, door-to-door salesmen and even me! She
checks everyone out. At 4:02 this morning, Molly suddenly realized she
was not snuggled up to me on the king-size bed. She stood up,
stretched her neck, yawned and slammed her little body against my
knees trying to get as close as possible. I loved every minute. Life
goes on.

J. B. Elliott
jb.elliott@theweathercompany.com

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FARMER'S MARKET TIME IN CALHOUN COUNTY!

Take the short drive to Anniston and exit at Coldwater/Alabama Highway
202 East to visit the Calhoun County Farmers Market and Zinn Park
(Buckner Group) Market. Both markets will be open this week to provide
goods for your holiday enjoyment. Locally grown produce, plants and
home made goods and crafts will be available.

The Calhoun County Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays
and Saturdays at 1702 Noble Street in Anniston. Arrive by 8:00 am
for best selection. Sellers had squash, green tomatoes, fresh eggs,
new potatoes, eggplant, cucumbers, canned goods and more this past week.
The Downtown Anniston Farmers Market continues every Saturday in Zinn
Park, from 8 am to 12 noon. Shop 20+ farmers and artisans for fresh,
locally grown produce, crafts, prepared food, flowers, soaps, cheeses,
and more. Zinn Park is 3 blocks West of Quintard Avenue (hwys 21 and
431) on 14th street. Enjoy live music, cooking demos, gas and grocery
card giveaways every Saturday. A Kid's Club will teach children how to
make healthy snacks and include exercise and health information. There
will also be health screenings, health information, and exercise
demonstrations for adults this summer. To see each week's activities
and a list of the vendors and their products and photos, go to www.spiritofanniston.org
. Remember, all produce is guaranteed grown within 50 miles of
Anniston. For information on our Farmer's Markets, "Lunch and Learn"
educational series or other events, visit www.aces.edu/calhoun
or call 256-237-1621.
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TONIGHT
Mostly clear.
Morning Low 67
WIND: N 3-6

FRIDAY
Mostly sunny. A hot afternoon.
Morning Low 67 Afternoon High 92
WIND: N 7-14

SATURDAY
More sun than clouds. A very slight risk of a late thunderstorm.
Morning Low 68 Afternoon High 92
WIND: W 6-12

SUNDAY
Partly sunny. Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly afternoon
and evening.
Morning Low 73 Afternoon High 89
WIND: S 6-12

MONDAY
Cloudy at times. A good chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Morning Low 73 Afternoon High 87
WIND: S 7-14

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