Imported fire ants give state residents headaches
By Joshua Elmore In the early 1900s, Solenopsis richteri Forel and Solenopsis invicta Buren and their families came to visit a port city on the Alabama Gulf Coast known as Mobile. S. richteri traveled... Read More
Beat the heat with blackberry lemonade
By Emily Etheredge Although the origin of the recipe is a well-kept secret, when the summer months come around, Chilton Research and Extension Center Director Jim Pitts’ blackberry lemonade is a pop... Read More
Get to know: Larry Anderson, Clanton First United Methodist Church pastor
After nine years as pastor at Chilton County’s largest United Methodist Church, Larry Anderson has been assigned to a church in Bonifay, Fla. Before he leaves at the beginning of July, Anderson look... Read More
Couple adopting Ukrainian orphan
By Stephen Dawkins David and Tara Littleton have their hands full raising their daughters, 8-year-old Ivie and 5-year-old Averie. Anyone with children on top of jobs and other responsibilities could s... Read More
Strawberry pie a good choice no matter the occasion
By Emily Etheredge Whether it is a Mother’s Day brunch, a bridal tea or a dinner with friends, Elaine Densmore’s Fresh Strawberry Pie will brighten up any occasion. Densmore said during strawberry... Read More
House built by Thorsby’s founder a work of art
By Emily Etheredge The small details from several past generations fill Julia Wood’s historic home in Thorsby with elegance, beauty and many memories. Wood’s home is located at 9140 Jones Street i... Read More
Fresh fruits, vegetables can be enjoyed all year long
By Janice Hall Growing and preserving your own food lets you enjoy delicious, in-season fruits and vegetables throughout the year. For many of us who may not have our very own home garden, ther... Read More
New boutique adds to already thriving business
By Emily Beckett Past the fruits and vegetables at Todd’s Produce in Clanton are novelties like Mustard Pie and Biscotti. Be careful, though. These “novelties” aren’t edible, and they actually... Read More