Happy spring everyone! I don’t know about you, but when the sun is out, I feel happy all around. I love this time of year, because it is full of rejuvenation and growth for all living things. The recent Valley Head » Read More
It was supposed to be a birthday getaway. Karen Vest and her husband, Charley, had packed the dogs into the car and headed north from Birmingham to DeSoto State Park for a quiet weekend in the mountains. They didn’t know they » Read More
An accountable care organization (ACO) is a group of doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers who accept original Medicare and work together to coordinate your healthcare. Working as part of an ACO helps your doctors and other healthcare providers understand your » Read More
Reporters are always on the lookout for good stories, so be on the lookout for “Lookout The Groundhog,” the mascot for your favorite community newspaper! Warren Thompson submitted the winning suggestion during our recent “name the mascot” contest. He will receive » Read More
I often refer to May as the “greening” month. It’s when a million brilliant shades of green surround us on this magnificent mountain, and new vitality rises from every leaf and blade of grass. It’s a time of transformation and exquisite » Read More
Since I will be 90 years old on May 26, I don’t do a lot of driving. However, a few days ago I decided to take our three dogs for a short ride. Since they are all advanced in age too, » Read More
Modern American culture affects our lives positively and negatively. Our predominant food production systems share this dual nature. They provide copious amounts of beneficial foods, but they also contain considerable tripe. Many commercial operations rely on massive corporate farms, which occupy » Read More
A new antique mall is coming to Mentone, bringing quality goods and a fun shopping experience to the community. The Possum Emporium opens Saturday, May 24, at 10 a.m. It is located at 1774 County Road 642 in a former church » Read More
What does Little River Canyon mean to you? For me, Little River Canyon is the setting of one of my earliest memories. Barely more than a toddler, I was taken by my parents to Canyon Land Park and Zoo. The history » Read More
The Alabama Tourism Department has launched the “Year of Alabama Trails,” a two-year campaign to celebrate the many outdoor activities our state has to offer. We are particularly blessed in our corner of the state with an abundance of quality trails, » Read More