An estimated 3,000 visitors made their way through the gates of this year’s fall festival, according to organizers. And they all seemed to leave full — of food, creative goods purchased from talented vendors, tunes from the amphitheater stage, and excitement » Read More
We want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving as we begin the holiday season! We are thankful for all of you who have supported the arts in Mentone. We also are thankful to the Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama for an » Read More
Valley Head Women’s Club Bake Sale Raises Funds for Scholarships The place to be on Saturday morning, Nov. 23, is White Hall Church. Pick up some homemade baked goods to enjoy over the weekend or to serve with your Thanksgiving meal. Choose your » Read More
The final Hot Rods in the Valley event for 2024 was a great success, with even more vendors and classic cars and trucks. The town also held its annual Trunk or Treat around the square during the car show. More than » Read More
Get ready for an afternoon of music and storytelling with Russell Gulley and Microwave Dave at Little River Canyon Center on Sunday, Nov. 17, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Concert goers are also invited after the show to celebrate Gulley’s » Read More
The Creative Spirit Market returns Veterans Day Weekend, November 9 and 10, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. inside DeSoto State Park near the picnic area across from the Country Store. This unique market celebrates not only finished works but also » Read More
The first annual Mentone Car Show, sponsored by American Legion Post 215 and Auxiliary Unit 215, was a well-tuned success. The October show at Moon Lake Village featured 18 classically beautiful cars; around 200 spectators; and great vendors, including creative vendors » Read More
In the few fast weeks that I have been in the role of executive director of MERF, I can surely say that I have learned a lot. No, make that A LOT.. From “Groundhog” distribution concerns (“Hi, did you know that » Read More
We did it, and we’re still talking to one another! The garden club had a very successful showing at the Federation Flower Show. Like raising children, putting on a flower show takes a village, and ours is special. Thank you to » Read More
The Rev. Roy G. Pollina, Author of “Justified by Her Children: Deeds of Courage Confronting a Tradition of Racism” On Sunday, Nov. 10, at 2 p.m., Father Roy Pollina will discuss his book “Justified by Her Children,” the story of » Read More