22. Feb, 2012
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Austin Childress has come a long way. Childress, a Chilton County High School graduate, was paralyzed for a time after a motorcycle wreck last year in Nashville, where he currently resides with his wife, Camille. So serious was the trauma to his head that doctors had to open his skull to allow his brain to [...]
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06. Feb, 2012
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If you ever look at a piece of pottery by Joseph Frye, look closely and don’t rush—you will never see the same piece twice. Frye’s ceramic bowls, vases and wall hangings are as distinctive as the people who browse and buy his clay-based creations at shows, in shops and on his website. But money is [...]
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05. Jan, 2012
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By Drew Granthum One of the remarkable things about the holiday season is that it allows people to take a step back from everyday life and put things in perspective. The daily grind of a job, bills and the general callousness that comes from constant 9-to-5 work can be put down during the break, and [...]
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04. Jan, 2012
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By Justin Averette Shelley Barrett’s hobby has turned into her career. Barrett started decorating cakes for family and friends several years ago as gifts. She soon found she had a knack for it, which led her to open a business in Thorsby and then Clanton. After taking a break the last few months, she has [...]
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06. Feb, 2012
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You wait for the curtain to open, standing still as a statue, listening for the names to be called. As the tension builds, time seems to come to a halt. In the back of your mind, you think, “What if it’s me?” But unconsciously, you also prepare yourself for disappointment. The curtains open, and you [...]
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06. Feb, 2012
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The handiwork of Master Gardeners highlights homes, businesses and schools in Chilton County and wouldn’t exist without a group of people who share a penchant for planting and a love for nature. Master Gardeners Margaret Goolsby and Ann Baker have gardening skills in spades, and they put their skills to good use all year. Goolsby, [...]
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29. Nov, 2011
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Chilton County is known for historic fixtures. From Maplesville’s train depot to the columns of the original Chilton County High School, there are several places in the area that hold historical value. Of all the places, there are only three that have been placed on the National Registry of Historic Places: Gragg Wade Field, the [...]
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29. Nov, 2011
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For some people, riding a motorcycle for six miles over various forms of terrain seems like a daunting task. For Brian Petty of Clanton, six miles is a piece of cake. Petty has recently returned from his trip to Finland to compete in the International Six Days Enduro, a motorcycle championship that consists of the [...]
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29. Nov, 2011
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By Drew Granthum In most states, the month of November means Thanksgiving, family and togetherness. In the state of Alabama, it means one thing: the Iron Bowl. The last game of the year for the University of Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn University Tigers divides family, friends, and the occasional newlywed couple. For the [...]
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10. Nov, 2011
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The sanctuary that now houses Trinity Episcopal Church will soon be 100 years old — a significant milestone for one of the oldest buildings in downtown Clanton, especially considering the church went years without a congregation. The church building dates back to around 1913, when the Seventh Day Adventist Church bought the property and built [...]
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09. Nov, 2011
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What is the most important thing in the world to the Isabella community? Many would list such things as family, faith, careers or education. But if actions speak louder than words, it would be tough to argue against Isabella—like many other small communities around the country—revolving around football. Each Friday night in the fall brings [...]
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21. Jun, 2011
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Should a customer at Jones Feed & Seed not find what he is looking for, chances are the store right across the street will have the needed item in stock.
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25. May, 2011
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A 20,000-square foot showroom filled with antique and modern furnishings from wall to wall is what a customer will see walking into Clanton Furniture Store. For 58 years, Clanton has been home to the furniture store since it opened in 1953.
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26. Apr, 2011
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Minooka Park is a hidden gem in Chilton County that gradually more and more people are finding out about.
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Childress recovering from motorcycle wreck
‘Living Water’ inspires Joseph Frye
Local pastor visits Holy Land
Taste of the holiday season