Inherited items once owned by Martha Washington
By Stephen Dawkins Many of us will inherit valuables from parents, grandparents or ancestors so far down the line that only a few memories remain of them. Far fewer of us will inherit valuables so rar... Read More
Produce vouchers for seniors: Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
By Charity Battles, Nutrition Education Program “Fresh produce is just too expensive.” This is a sentence I have heard far too often, and it is a valid concern, especially for those with a limited... Read More
Man’s passion for music takes many forms
By Scott Mims There is a place in Chilton County where the Big Band sound of the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s is still very much alive and swingin’—the Clanton home of disc jockey Scott Michaels, know... Read More
Family builds house for space, relaxation
By Emily Beckett The saying “home is where the heart is” encapsulates the atmosphere Adriane and Joe Dennis have created in their Clanton home. The couple and their children, Austin and Adalyne, s... Read More
Get to know: Natalie Peoples, 2014 Miss Relay For Life of Chilton County
Natalie Peoples, 18, attended Chilton County High School and will attend Troy University this fall. She is the daughter of Jessie and Lori Peoples of Clanton. She has a 13-year-old brother named Keila... Read More
‘Sleeping Beauty’ production required talented team
By Emily Etheredge When planning a community production, it is often the talents of many people who help put the program together. “It starts with a vision and desire to put together a professional ... Read More
School art program reaches 10-year mark
By Scott Mims A little paint, a paintbrush and a canvas can be freeing—especially for kids and for those who like to create or work with their hands. Clanton Elementary art instructor Julie Harrison... Read More
Three girls with local ties to compete in Ms. Alabama
By Emily Beckett The 2014 Miss Alabama Pageant in June will feature three contestants with ties to Chilton County. Katie Hilyer, Jessica Swindle and Jill Vinzant will compete for this year’s Miss Al... Read More