A stroll around the gallery at the arts center is always inspiring. But locals and visitors can also take in cool bits of Mentone’s past and lots of area information sprinkled throughout the center. A vintage sign invites visitors to ask about » Read More
As Individual As We Are With the coming of America’s 250th anniversary, reflections on our country’s present and past strike a bit deeper than the usual July 4th celebrations. The American spirit isn’t something you can point to or define with » Read More
Moon Lake Kitchen owners Robie and Amanda York will host a special author event June 5 at 4 p.m. to celebrate the publication of their daughter Carrie Grace’s debut memoir, “I’m Good, I Swear.” Community members will have the opportunity to » Read More
The Ruth Ferraz Art Gallery will celebrate its grand opening with the first exhibition of Ferraz’s artwork in Mentone. Ferraz is a Christian worship artist, and the gallery opening will feature not only her original oil paintings on canvas, but also » Read More
Join the fun at Henagar Park on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May on the Mountain Bluegrass Festival, hosted by the Henagar Park Board, will be a finger-lickin’ and guitar-pickin’ good time. Come hear local musical favorites, » Read More
Northeast Alabama Community College is bringing a wide range of engaging community classes to the Moon Lake Campus this spring and summer, offering opportunities to learn new skills, explore creative hobbies, and connect with others in a relaxed setting. Registration for » Read More
As Alabama’s ALL Kids program marks its 25th anniversary, it continues to serve as a critical source of health coverage for children in DeKalb County. Part of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), ALL Kids provides low-cost insurance to children under » Read More
The 2026 Taste of the Mountain and Art Auction not only helped MERF meet its fundraising goal, but it did so in a way that left attendees lingering, laughing, and already anticipating next year’s gathering. The sold-out event at Camp Alpine » Read More
Young explorers are invited to learn, play, and earn a badge through the Alabama State Parks’ Junior Ranger Program. Designed to be fun, educational, and hands-on, the program encourages kids to explore nature, learn about wildlife and conservation, and develop a » Read More
Smithsonian traveling exhibition highlighting innovation in rural America opened in February at the Fort Payne Coal and Iron Building and will remain on display through March 25. “Spark! Places of Innovation” explores how small towns across the country have turned local » Read More