Author: bni
Mortons the faces of Jemison tennis program
By Stephen Dawkins Benton Morton knew little to nothing about the sport when he accepted the position as Jemison High School tennis coach in 2002. Morton had played intramural tennis at the University... Read More
Extension develops app to help children eat better
By Charity Battles Today’s youth are heavier than youth from any other generation. Nearly one out of every three children in the United States is obese or at risk of becoming obese, with children in... Read More
Clanton artist wants to create more opportunities
By Scott Mims It’s one thing to be an artist; it’s quite another to have your art displayed in a reputable show or gallery. Elizabeth Byrd of Clanton, founder of the Chilton County Arts Council, w... Read More
Get to know: Ken Gilliland, Clanton’s eyes in the sky
Ken Gilliland, 60, with B&G Flying Service in Clanton has been flying airplanes and helicopters since 1973. Gilliland was named Aviation Maintenance Technician of the year for Alabama and Northwes... Read More
Venison appetizers a hit
By Drew Granthum For Verbena’s Jody Scott, no gathering is complete without his “venison poppers.” The consummate country appetizer, the poppers take a wide range of flavors, along with some wil... Read More
Smitherman latest in long line of skilled woodworkers
By Emily Beckett The wedges of wood about the size of watermelons sitting on the floor of Clanton native Gerald Smitherman’s workshop look like prime candidates for a log fire in his fireplace. The ... Read More
Military children face challenges when parents deployed
By Josine Walter Increased stress, a feeling of loss and added responsibilities are just some of the issues facing military kids when a family member is deployed. Usual support networks may not be ade... Read More
Wayne Arnold’s history lesson
By Emily Etheredge On an afternoon jaunt in a canoe made out of tin, Wayne Arnold, 12, decided to float down the creek that ran beside his grandmother’s house in Stanton. When his canoe hit a snag i... Read More