 The rebuild of the Gulf State Park Pier is almost done. Reopening dates will be announced and met before the summer ends. Hurricane Sally initially damaged the pier around four years ago. The observation deck for the public won't be open right away. And Alabama's back-to-school sales tax holiday will get underway this weekend, Friday through Sunday. I'm Leah Brandon. And you're up to date around the world, around your state. This is the Alabama Radio Network.