On Sunday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m., Jim Tinker, author of “Wills Valley,” will speak at Moon Lake Library about his historical novel, published last year by Christian Faith Publishing. “Wills Valley,” set in DeKalb County, Alabama, is based on historical » Read More
We were delighted to start the new year with a special guest at our monthly meeting. Members enjoyed the opportunity to gather and welcome guest speaker David Driver, widely recognized as "The Real Turtleman,” and his pest-detecting dog, Miss Trouble. » Read More
MERF's Senior Lunch program helps keep local retirees connected, active, and educated on topics that interest them. All senior citizens are welcome to join us! February 4 at Moon Lake Baptist Church - 11:30 a.m. February 25 at MERF House - » Read More
Get your tickets now for the annual event everyone looks forward — the Taste of the Mountain and Art Auction, hosted by MERF. Join the Mentone Educational Resources Foundation at Alpine Camp on Thursday, March 19. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. » Read More
The MERF House restoration is officially complete, which is a big milestone for MERF and for the Mentone community. After months of steady work, the building now meets current safety and structural codes and is ready to once again serve the » Read More
Kris Willis never had a grand plan to become the mayor of Menlo, Georgia, a town of 500 people (give or take) a mile from the Alabama state line. But he’s happy to be there. He had recently moved back to » Read More
I love my February tiara! Its hearts are sparkly and playful, and absolutely oozes love. It makes me smile every time I put it on. I also love sunrises and sunsets on the mountain — especially those breathtaking silver and gold » Read More
Windy Hill farm manager Brent Halderman describes regenerative grazing as: mobbing, mowing, and moving. The team at The Farm at Windy Hill in Mentone pasture-raises and finishes South Poll cattle and Katahdin hair sheep. Additionally, they pasture raise hens for egg » Read More
The Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments (TARCOG) Senior Community Service Employment Program is seeking applicants 55 and older for part-time work and paid job training opportunities. The program has 48 openings across DeKalb, Jackson, Limestone, Madison, and Marshall counties, » Read More
My grandson loves to race. On foot. In a riding toy. Around the yard. Through the house. And often when you least expect it. No matter the environment, every race begins the same way: “On your mark … get set … » Read More