NORMAN/ELROD ENGAGEMENT

Nathan Norman and Fran Elrod will be married at Meadow Creek Farms in Toney Al, July 9th.
Nathan is the son of Robert and Mary Norman of Elkmont. Fran is the daughter of Gary and Lori Elrod of Elkmont. 

Nathan works for his family business, Dixieland Tree Service. Fran is a 2014 graduated of Elkmont High School and is apprenticing in cosmetology at Class Act Salon and Day Spa in Athens.

CHARLES DWAIN TUCKER - OBITUARY

Charles Dwain Tucker, age 87 of Athens, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2016 at his residence. Mr. Tucker was born December 1, 1928 in Cullman County, AL to William Mancil Tucker and Clara Lee McKleroy Tucker.

Services will be Wednesday, June 8, 2016 3:00 p.m., at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home with Barry Tucker, Dr. Larry Tucker and Greg Tucker officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 7, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in O’Neal Cemetery.

Mr. Tucker was a member of O’Neal Church of Christ. He was retired from Monsanto Chemical Company, and was a United States Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

Preceded in death by his parents, Dr. William Mancil Tucker and Clara Lee Tucker; two sisters, Glennes Tucker and Martha Elizabeth Tucker; three brothers, Kenneth Tucker, Johnny Tucker and Dr. Jerry Tucker; one sister-in-law, Carole Tucker.

Survived by his wife, Joyce Lovelady Tucker of Athens; one daughter, Debbie Tucker of Athens; two sons, Barry Tucker and wife, Marsha and Dr. Larry Tucker and wife, Theresa both of Elkmont; 7 grandchildren, Shannon Neely and husband, Kent of Pulaski, TN, Sabrina Hughes and husband, Ben of Hartselle, AL, Kim Brown Chavez of Ardmore, AL, Dr. Amy Clark and husband, Gregory of Muscle Shoals, AL, Tyler Tucker of Elkmont and Leah Bredeson and husband, Josh of Harvest, AL and Will Beutjer and wife, Kristen of Athens; 13 great-grandchildren; one aunt, age 100, Dorothy Skinner of Cullman, AL; one sister-in-law, Robbie Tucker of Athens; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Pallbearers will be Kent Neely, Ben Hughes, Scott Neely, Tyler Tucker, Gregory Clark and Will Beutjer. Honorary pallbearers will be other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Limestone County.

BARRY'S CORNER - LIVING IN ELKMONT

These summer runs really give me respect for my kids. Coming out this morning and tonight to better themselves when they honestly don't have to says a lot about their character. Love to hear the "good jobs" when they pass one another and the laughter at the end of the run. The great banter back and forth with each other during the run brings a smile to my face. Good kids. Yeah they get on this old coach's nerves at times but I wouldn't trade them for the world. If you have a chance go to a XC workout or race. One of the most positive experiences around! 

Thankful for the opportunity to be with these kids! Thanks to all who have gone before them! You have taught me a lot! Have a good one!

MORNING BUNCH

NIGHT BUNCH

Add another 5 1/2 miles tonight! Dedicated team!

ELKMONT ELEMENTARY "A" HONOR ROLL - END OF SCHOOL

It's hard to believe but school is out for the summer.  That means report cards have been issued and the honor roll for the last nine weeks is here.  We are excited to tell you about all the wonderful students that made the "A " Honor Roll at Elkmont Elementary School.  The "A" Honor roll is made up of straight A students. 
 
Third

	Adams, McKayla Madison
	Bailey, Ty Dawson
	Batrum, Mercedes Lynn
	Bradfield, Alexis Lashea
	Brown, Gabriela Lashae
	Burroughs, Colin Eli
	Chambers, McKenzie Avery
	Davis, Darby Carrielene
	Green, Kinsley Victoria
	Guthrie, Jake Heath
	Hobbs, James Corder
	Hobbs, Jessie Curtis
	Horton, LaTanya Carishae
	Hosner, Layla Nicole
	King, Jayce Houston
	Lane, Morgan Turien-Sue
	Lide, Jordan Tyler
	Monroe, Mallory Grace
	Osborne, Olivia Stephanie Renee
	Pylant, Benjamin Jackson
	Ridgeway, Brooklyn Paige
	Steelman, Brayden Wayne
	Stewart, Brittany Ann
	Teeples, Benjamin Maddox
	Thompson, River Linley
	Thornton, Rozalyn Diana
	Tippett, Lucas Hunter
	Vining, Oakly Blue
	Wiginton, Tyler Reed
	Williams, Briley Virginia

Fourth 

Amerson, Eliza Marie

Beneros, Moises David

Fisher, Taylor Jordan

Fleming, Ryan Nicholas

Gilbert, Molly Elise

Goodrich, Michael Christopher

Graves, Averee Cate

Green, Hannah Marie

Griffin, Kynsleigh Nicole

Hamlin, Thea Angelene

Holt, David Cole

Johnson, Jasmine Claire

Long, Jackson Bryant

McNatt, Lexie Faith

Miller, Bryson Reid

Newton, Brianna Michelle

Payne, Meghan Elizabeth

Smith, Hannah Kaitlyn

Terry, Austin Heath

Thompson, Chase Edward

Ussery, Christopher Micheal

Vinson, Emily MaKynna

Watkins, Carter Wilson

Wiggins, Ashley Dawn

Fifth

Butler, Gracie Tolover

Cagle, Allye Kathryn

Campbell, Jayden Blade

Fielding, Hunter Jacob

Guth, Lily Frances

Harwell, Sara Kathryn

Hernandez, Bria Marissa

Murrah, Kevin Mykell

Newton, Aaron Connor

Pressnell, Grayson Kendall

PHYLLIS ANN CARTER - OBITUARY

The funeral service for Phyllis Ann Carter, age 67, of Athens was Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at McConnell Memorial Chapel.  Donald Terry officiated. Visitation was Saturday, June 4, 2016 6-9 p.m. at McConnell Funeral Home.

Mrs. Carter passed away Wednesday June 1, 2016.
She was born April 1, 1949 in Limestone County, AL to Johnny Callahan and June Miller Callahan. She was retired from general motors. She was a very loving mother and grandmother. She was a member of Truth Baptist Church. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Jerry and Billy Callahan, and two daughters Sandra Gayle Carter and Paula Ann Carter.
She is survived by her son Dale Carter and wife Melissa of Decatur, two daughters Summer Nave and husband Michael of Athens, and Wendi Carter of Elkmont, four sisters all of Athens, Jenny Rucker, Marilyn Goodin and husband Tony, Carolyn Kelley and husband Fred, and Mary Dean and husband Randy, six grandchildren Carly Nave, Evan Carter, Cole Walker, Shae Newton, Nick Ray and wife Dani, April Dollar, three great grandchildren Aaron and Kayleigh, Ellie, and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Evan Carter, Nick Ray, Kenny Campbell, Jonathan Dean, Andrew Dean, and Allen Smith.

WILLIAM DAVID BRYANT - OBITUARY

William David Bryant, 81 of Ardmore, Alabama died on Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at his home. Born Saturday, April 13, 1935 in Ardmore, Alabama, he was the son of the late Ben Bryant and the late Mable Culps Bryant. He was a member of Elkton Church of Christ and was a Veteran of the US Army, serving in the Korean War.  He enjoyed woodworking

Mr. Bryant was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Howard, Pauline, Ruby, Clara Dean, Curtis, Jimmy, and Paul Eugene.

Surviving are his wife: Patricia Bryant of Ardmore, AL, son, William Darrell Bryant of Elkmont, AL, daughter, Daphne Bryant (William) Woodruff of Elkmont, AL, brother, Billy Bryant of Elkmont, AL, sister, Shirley Powell of Ardmore, AL, grandchildren: Tia, Chase, Michael, Lauren, Bree, Callie, Sydnee, and Sam, and great-grandchildren:Anna, Brylee, Chloe, Ellis, Hutson, Bryant, and Kynley.

Funeral services was at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 4, 2016, at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home, Ardmore, Alabama with Bro. Robert Fudge officiating. Burial was in Hasting Cemetery, Ardmore, AL.

The family received friends from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 4, 2016, at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home, Ardmore, Alabama.

ANDREW MAX MILLER - OBITUARY

Andrew Max Miller of Athens, Alabama passed away Saturday, June 4, 2016 at his residence. He was born in Limestone County on December 6, 1969. He graduated from Elkmont High School about 1987.

Mr. Miller is survived by his father, Jerry Miller of Athens; one son, Jarred Miller of Athens; and his Grandmother, Dorothy Paulk of Athens.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Graves Miller.

Funeral services for Mr. Miller were at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, June 5, 2016 at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation was from 12:00 to 1:45 with Bro. Tim Keenum officiated. Burial was in the Roselawn Cemetery.

ITS GOING TO GET HOT

Try to get your yard work and outdoor painting done before Friday.  The 90s are rolling in this weekend. 

The following week is hotter with Fathers Day weekend with a possible 100 degree day predicted.  Hill Spirit is hoping next week's forecasted numbers are revised down. 

 

WHAT'S WITH ALL THE BIKES?

Have you wondered why there are so many bikes around lately? You may have seen groups of determined looking bikers coming through Elkmont for the last month.  They are in training for big MS Bike Race,  June 4 - 5.  The Saturday race comes through Elkmont and one of the main stops is at the town hall. 


WHERE AND WHEN:
Welcome to Bike MS: Rocket to the Shoals 2016! We are excited to have you join us for this extraordinary ride. Bike MS: Rocket to the Shoals 2016 is a two day fundraising cycling event, taking you from Athens, AL to Florence, AL. There are 25, 45 and 75 mile route options, all of which are well supported with fully-stocked rest stops every 10-12 miles, a great lunch stop each day and safety provided by medical personnel, HAM radio operators, law enforcement and motorcycle escorts. 

 

The ride begins Saturday morning at Athens-Limestone Hospital Wellness Center Fitness Park. Riders will travel through scenic back roads where they will enjoy NOAH (through and around Elkmont) bike trail, quaint towns, and beautiful scenery. We will end at the Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa where we will enjoy a great post-ride lunch, afternoon tours of the shoals area, and "A Taste of Florence" for our dinner party and awards banquet. 
 

BIKE ROUTE TO ELKMONT: 
*Athens Fitness Park, along Pryor Street to HWY 251
*HWY 251 to Yarbrough Road, turn right on Black Rd
*Travel on Black Road, make left turn on Holt Road
*Turn left at Upper Ft Hampton, travel to downtown Elkmont 

Link for more information

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ELKMONT THIS WEEK?

Life slows down in Elkmont during the summer months.


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MS BIKE RACE
*Be on the look out for bikers during the morning 
*Try to stay off Upper Fort Hampton east of Elkmont


BIKE ROUTE TO ELKMONT: 
*Athens Fitness Park, along Pryor Street to HWY 251
*HWY 251 to Yarbrough Road, turn right on Black Rd
*Travel on Black Road, make left turn on Holt Road
*Turn left at Upper Ft Hampton, travel to downtown Elkmont 

DECORATION DAY
 *Reunion Cemetery
Decoration Day with a chicken and goat stew fundraiser.Bring own containers. Donations made payable to Reunion Cemetery Fund should be mailed to: Nicole Collins, 25172 Alabama 127, Elkmont, AL 35620.

*New Garden Cemetery
Work day on Saturday; Decoration is Sunday, June 5. Donations made payable to New Garden Cemetery can be mailed to: Harold Atkinson, 20321 Sandlin Road, Elkmont, AL 35620 or Harold Robinson, 14016 Robinson Lane, Elkmont, AL 35620