Category: At Home
Clanton artist explores shades of her calling
By Emily Beckett Sue Anne Bakich Hoyt surrounds herself with color. A freshly painted magenta chest of drawers pops against the pale, whitewashed grain of her dining room walls, and in the center of t... Read More
Haunted trail to open for third year
By Scott Mims It’s nearly that time of year again—when the leaves crackle beneath your feet, there’s a chill in the air, and you start to wonder who—or what—could be lurking out in the shado... Read More
Sociable society
By Emily Beckett The Woman’s Study Club in Clanton is true to its name. Every third Friday of the month from September to April, a group of women congregate at each other’s houses to hold a meetin... Read More
Get to know: Sondra Henley
Peach Living held a question-and-answer session with Sondra Henley, a Jemison resident and long-time member of the Chilton County Master Gardeners program. Henley is the wife of Gary Henley. The coupl... Read More
Jemison-based pro angler named rookie of the year
By Scott Mims You’ve likely seen bumper stickers and T-shirts that read, “I’d rather be fishing.” Jemison native Clent Davis is living that dream. But what started as a childhood dream has tur... Read More
Sunshine Class benefits adults with special needs
By Emily Beckett Linda Moore knows where she will be every Sunday morning at 9:30, even if she is one of only two people there. With her tote bag full of books and supplies, Moore plants herself in a ... Read More
Advice for planting fall vegetable gardens
By Nelson D. Wynn, Regional Extension Agent It is time for gardeners in Chilton County to start planning their fall vegetable gardens. In Chilton County, late summer and early fall is the time to plan... Read More
Thorsby man collects, restores antique clocks
It was only a matter of time before Shawn Jones got his hands on antique clocks, and he admits as much with the name of his new business. “A Matter of Time” Antique Clock Restoration is what Jones... Read More