Sponsorships open for Town’s biggest annual event Shoppers and artists from across the region will come together Saturday, Oct. 18, for the region’s largest fall celebration. The third annual Mentone Fall Festival is set to once again bring thousands of people » Read More
Efforts continue to bring new life to the former Moon Lake Elementary School. The property, owned by the Town of Mentone, will soon have a new name and logo to help market the site. The property is being renamed “Moon Lake » Read More
Our town is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. But the blessings don’t stop there. I’ve never seen a small community with so many people eager to give of their time to enrich the lives of » Read More
If you think bears have been in the news more than usual lately, you’re right. Early summer usually brings a bumper crop of news stories about bears appearing in places they’re not typically seen, from backyards and suburban streets to residential » Read More
As I work on my column for the July issue of The Groundhog, the forecast shows a stretch of several dry days. We haven’t seen that in a while. I can’t remember a year when we’ve seen this much rain and » Read More
As June arrives, our town is preparing to welcome hundreds of visitors for the summer camp season. We look forward to seeing those who have been here before, and to greeting the many new faces who will experience our amazing natural » Read More
Last month, we finished our first class, “Art: Introduction to Mediums.” Twelve students participated, and we all had so much fun meeting every Monday and creating art together. Caroline Moore’s art class Working with Northeast Alabama Community College has » 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
Last month, I wrote about the people who invest their time and energy into making Mentone a great place to call home. Visitors here quickly realize that beyond the beautiful natural resources of this region, it’s the people who truly make » Read More
Visitors to Mentone often remark on the friendliness of our town. The people here are warm and inviting, making travelers want to come back for a visit with their families to shop, enjoy our restaurants, and take in the many outdoor » Read More