For years, Jim Short has been reassuring his wife, Peggy, that she shouldn't worry about what to do with Radial Tire and Bandag once he is no longer around to run it. "I said, 'The Lord's kept … more

Two of the newest members of VFW Post 4850 have sustained a friendship for 55 years without ever having lived in the same state — until now.Owen Keeton of Carbon Hill and Michael Goll, a native of … more

This summer as we have just concluded our annual project visits to our 30 4-H families involved in this year’s chick chain project, one of the discussion topics that always comes up is the high … more

Shirley Spain of Jasper was recognized for her outstanding volunteering and leadership at Positive Maturity’s Top 50 over 50 awards banquet, which was held at The Club in Birmingham on July … more

CORDOVA — Nearly two dozen teenagers who spent their summer working on various projects around Cordova were honored with an awards dinner on Monday night.Volunteers who assisted with the town's … more

I know I said I would move away from tomatoes, but I have to admit that I bought a case of reject tomatoes from the farmer’s market last Saturday. It was Terry’s idea and I naively … more

Now that we have arrived here at late summer and are heading into fall, be careful working in your home lawns and landscapes. There are a number of “stinging caterpillars” that are out and active … more

ELDRIDGE - An Eldridge native has written a book on what she has learned from dealing with a 55-year-old son with cerebral palsy, and will be at a local book signing on Saturday, Aug. 20. 

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Dear Heloise: Today's column talked about successfully taking pills. As an RN, my advice is to take a big swallow of water first, and then start taking your pills. Thank you, Heloise, for your … more

Two new displays went up recently at Jasper Public Library. One features the work of students of classes hosted by the Jasper Senior Activities Center. The other includes crafts created by Adam and … more