Alabama Crime Theater Presents: Fun & Games with Nitrogen

In 32 days, Alabama will be the center of attention for much of the world. The State will attempt to execute Kenneth Smith, a sometime Florence resident, by depriving him of oxygen. How many care? At some level we should all care, but Smith is hardly a likable person. By January 25, 2025, most residents of the state won't even remember his name.

Perhaps we could make the most of Smith's execution by throwing a "Kenneth Smith Murder Mystery Dinner Theater & Potluck for Friends Only." Invite your friends to come in character:

Kenneth Eugene Smith - He was just a 22 year-old Royal Avenue boy who swears he only went along to commit a robbery. Totally innocent, right?

Jeff Hood - Known as "Rev," he's hoping this current gig helps him move up to an off-brand Baptist church...or maybe a Wild Willie beard grooming commercial.

Terry Raybon - The warden who will flip the switch to start the nitrogen flow. Famous for insisting female reporters visiting his prison wear a skirt and a half-slip.

Average Alabama Taxpayer - Sits idly by while State wastes money on inane laws and projects that even Rube Goldberg wouldn't touch.

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Happy Christmas Eve!