PLANT FALL GARDENS IN AUGUST

Our spring vegetables are long gone. Summer vegetables are either in full production, or on the downhill ‘slide’ of their production. It’s time to start thinking about our late summer or fall gardens.

Fall gardens are considerably more difficult to grow than spring gardens. Problems include extreme heat, drought, difficulty in seed germination, insects, diseases and weeds. Successful fall gardens require close attention and extra care from planting to harvest.

The following tips should prove helpful:

Select varieties carefully. The best spring varieties are not always the best fall varieties. Spring varieties germinate in cool, moist conditions and mature as the days grow drier, warmer and longer. Fall varieties have just the opposite growing conditions: long, dry days at first and short, cool, moist days as they mature. Check the specific variety to see if they are appropriate for late-season gardens.

Plant at the proper time. Green beans, tomatoes and other warm-season vegetables cannot withstand frost and must mature before they are killed by frost. Greens, broccoli, and other cool-season vegetables will withstand frost and their harvest may sometimes continue several weeks after the first frost.

Most seed packets and variety descriptions in catalogs estimate the days from planting to maturity. For late-season produce, add about 10 days to this estimate because of the cooler, shorter days in the fall. Subtract the total number of days required for the vegetable to grow from the date you want it to begin maturing to find the latest planting date. Plan for your late-season vegetables to mature at least two weeks ahead of the frost date, while vegetables able to withstand frost can mature up to two weeks after the first frost.

For Limestone County, we can anticipate our first frost around mid- to late October in a ‘normal’ year (if such thing as a ‘normal’ year exists).

The chart below will give a rough guideline. Again, keep in mind that these dates are estimates; and Mother Nature can trick us with either early or late frosts.

Planting interval Days to first harvest Length of harvest season

Beans, bush, snap July 15 to Aug. 15 52 to 60 days 2 weeks or more

Broccoli July 15 to Aug. 15 60 to 75 days 3 weeks

Cabbage July 5 to Aug. 15 60 to 75 days 3 weeks

Cauliflower July 15 to Aug. 15 65 to 75 days 4 to 30 weeks

Cucumbers July 1 to Aug. 1 50 to 55 days 3 to 6 weeks

Leaf lettuce July 1 to Sept. 15 40 to 50 days 4 to 6 weeks

Potatoes July 1 to July 30 90 to 110 days 4 months

Radish August 1 to Sept. 15 25 to 30 days 3 weeks

Spinach Sept. 10 to Sept. 20 40 to 50 days 3 weeks

Summer squash July 15 to Aug. 15 40 to 50 days 6 weeks

Turnip greens August 1 to Sept. 30 30 to 40 days Several weeks

Turnip roots August 1 to Sept. 15 40 to 65 days 6 months

Maintain moisture during germination. Vegetable seed will not germinate without moisture. High summer temperatures and sparse rainfall contribute to difficult conditions for seed germination. Water soils amply before planting fall vegetables. Plant seed 1/4 inch deeper than you would plant spring vegetables. Watering before the seed is planted will increase available moisture and reduce crusting. Deeper planting will reduce chances of the seed drying out.

Care for fall gardens properly. Fall gardens require more attention than spring gardens. Insects, diseases, weeds and drought problems are all more severe in the late summer and fall. Plants are also more difficult to establish in the hotter weather. Check your garden frequently. Remove weeds while they are small. Control insects and diseases before these problems become severe.

Use fertilizer. Fertilizer applied to gardens in the spring may not be available for use by fall vegetables. This is especially true of nitrogen, which tends to leach quickly from garden soils. Apply nitrogen to fall vegetables as you would to spring vegetables.

LIMESTONE BOMBERS TAKE SECOND IN WORLD SERIES FINALS

If you have Charter or Comcast as your TV service, you can watch Zeb Pankey and Taylor Thomas (Elkmont players) and the Limestone Bombers today.  This is a tape delayed game.  The game will be on the CCS sports channel @ 2 pm.  Think it is channel 57. 


The Dizzy Dean Freshman Division World Series-Championship
"For 11-12 Year Olds, from Southaven, MS (7/27/11)"


The Limestone Bombers wrapped up play in the 12-year-old Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven, Miss Thursday evening with a second-place finish.

In the finals, Valdosta, Ga. jumped out to an early 8-0 lead before the Bombers plated four runs in the fourth to cut the lead in half. Valdosta responded in the bottom of the inning with five runs of their own to go up 13-4. The Bombers made a comeback in the sixth, scoring five runs, but fell short in the 13-10 loss.

“It was an awesome run for the team,” head coach Jason Camp said. “We had 12 fine young men and I thoroughly enjoyed it. While we would have loved to come out on top, I am very proud of the accomplishments of this team. The venture to a second-place finish in the World Series with teams represented from Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana is something we’ll never forget.”

AJ Harris led the team offensively, with four singles. Kenny Stevenson had a double and triple, while Taylor Thomas had a home run. Chauz Langford, Thomas and Hunter Pankey each singled.

Taylor Thomas and Grayson Edgemon saw action on the mound.

In the semifinals win over Acworth, Ga., Stevenson had two hits, including a triple. Hunter Pankey also had two hits, while Hunter Camp, Edgemon, Austin Hobson, Bryant Royals and Thomas each contributed a hit.

Edgemon, Thomas and Harris combined for the win.

For making it to the final four, the Bombers were rewarded with new uniforms, batting helmets, batting gloves and coaches shirt, as well as having both games televised on College SportsSouth.


Source:  Athens News Courier

2011 ELKMONT FOOTBALL SEASON IS HERE

Football season is always looked forward to and as the month of August starts, it is finally here.  

The first sign is practice starting this Monday.  The Elkmont Red Devils report at 2:30 pm.  Look for them on the practice field about 3:30 until early evening.


Another of the signs that football season has started is the Stadium Clean-up Day. This is a crucial step for the first game. This year's Spruce up the Field Day is August 6. We will meet @ 8 am. Bring paint brushes, rollers, rakes, weed eaters, shovels, pressure washers, push mowers, brooms, work gloves, anything to help you fix the field. The fence pads will be hung as well.

Concessions stand clean-up is on the list too. It would be great if you could bring your favorite cleanup tools. The Hamburger supper is @ 6 pm that evening so clean-up will be essential.

There is something for everyone to do. Many people don't realize how much time it takes to get the field ready. The football team needs you - so please pencil in the work day on your schedule.  

Contact Michael Carter or Jay Hobbs for more information

Brenda Meeks - Obituary

The funeral for Brenda Sue Meeks, 60, of Elkmont will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home with Donie Hillis officiating. Burial will be in Gatlin Cemetery in Ardmore.

Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Mrs. Meeks died Thursday, July 28, 2011.

LIMESTONE BOMBERS ON TV TODAY

If you have Charter or Comcast as your TV service, you can watch Zeb Pankey and Taylor Thomas (Elkmont players) and the Limestone Bombers today.  This is a tape delayed game.  Limestone will face Acworth, Ga.  .The game will be on the CCS sports channel.  Think it is channel 57. 

1:00pm	The Dizzy Dean Freshman Division World Series-Semifinal #1 "For 11-12 Year Olds, from Southaven, MS (7/26/11)"

BOBBY AND HIS BIKE

Bobby Wayne White, 25, of Elkmont loves to ride. For years, he has traveled the roads of Limestone County by a three-wheel bicycle. On any given day, he may be spotted collecting aluminum cans or running errands. 

That was until last month when an accident brought his days on the road to a halt. He was injured in a hit-and-run accident June 21 approximately one mile north of Athens on Elkton Road in front of Ephesus Church of Christ.

White sustained some minor injuries including scrapes and scratches. His tricycle was destroyed — breaking the wheel, axle and basket. Friends and neighbors say they “look after” White, who has special needs.

“We were having vacation Bible school and his momma called me and said he had been hit,” said John Allfrey, a family friend who also picks up White for church services at Elkton Baptist Church.

White had been at Allfrey’s house a little while before the accident asking if he would help fix the tricycle’s fenders. Allfrey told him he couldn’t do it at the time because he was preparing for VBS.

He hadn’t traveled far from his home, where he lives with his father Bobby White Sr. and mother Gina White, when an automobile hit him.

Today, however, White is doing well.

“Some folks went in together and bought him a bicycle,” Allfrey said. “He sanded on it and painted it last week and got it going last Saturday.”

White’s new ride is a Workman tricycle. “We found it on the Swap ‘n’ Shop,” Allfrey said. “He went with us.”

Allfrey said White traded him his old trike for the new one. “I’ll fix the old one up and give it back to him if he tears that one up,” he said. “We all try to look after him. He’s just a happy-go-lucky kid.”

You often see Bobby and his bike in the Sandlin and Elkton Road area; be sure to give him space when you pass.


Source: By Lora Scripps - Athens News Courier

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ELKMONT SCHOOL?

Limestone County school board members were told Tuesday the time has arrived for them to redraw school district lines in order to ensure fair representation of all residents.

Limestone County Board of Registrars Chairman Lee Liveoak and Registrar Joel Glaze made a brief presentation to board members before the regular monthly meeting.

“We don’t control how to lay out the precincts,” Liveoak said after the meeting. “We offer them a little encouragement on the problems we encounter, but it’s up to them to do it.”

Redistricting is required by the U.S. Voting Rights Act after each 10-year census to ensure equal representation. Failing to redraw lines could result in a lawsuit.

Limestone County has 82,000 residents, four commission districts and seven school board districts. Under the Voting Rights Act, there cannot be a disparity of more than 5 percent between the districts. In order to achieve districts of equal population, lines must be redrawn, especially in areas of rapid growth.

Liveoak told board members Tuesday that in the past, lines were redrawn without input from the Board of Registrars, resulting in overlapping boundaries of 28 county precincts, four County Commission, two state Senate, three state House and one congressional Senate and House voting districts. There were also seven school board districts. All of this created many ballot types for elections. It also created pockets in which individuals could be identified as to the way they voted, which violates their fundamental right to secrecy.

Liveoak said the Registrars corrected that problem and the corrections were approved by the Justice Department.

However, to avoid the same problems, he asked board members to give the Registrars a draft of their redrawn lines before the plan is sent to the Justice Department so the Registrars can make recommendations to prevent such problems in the future.

Superintendent Dr. Barry Carroll asked board members if they wanted to try to redraw the lines themselves or hire a demographer to help them. Board President Earl Glaze said he believed the board could do the job. He suggested contacting County Engineer Richard Sanders’ office for assistance in obtaining the census numbers.

Liveoak and Joel Glaze gave the board some guidelines to use when redrawing the lines.

• They recommended cleaning up the 1,6 and 7 lines and the District 1,2 and 3 lines because three beat boxes — 0203 at Capshaw Baptist Church, 0302 at Johnson Elementary School and 1001 at Round Island Baptist Church — have three school board districts each.

• They warned board members not to create voting precincts with fewer than 20 people because a voter could have his or her vote compromised. For example, Liveoak said if there are 20 people in a box, and there is low turnout, there may be three or fewer people voting in the precinct or sub box. Because that information is available, the voter’s decision could be learned by someone.

• They also asked board members to use precinct part descriptions — a series of numbers — used by Registrars.

Liveoak also reminded residents that it is not too early to update their voter registration at the Courthouse Annex at 100 S. Clinton St. or online at the secretary of state’s website.

Source:  Jean Cole - Athens News Courier

LIMESTONE BOMBERS IN WORLD SERIES FINALS

They won!

They play for the championship tomorrow at 1 pm! Today's game will be televised on the CSS sports channel on Saturday. Tomorrow's game will be televised on Sunday.

BE SURE TO WATCH TWO OF ELKMONT'S OWN THIS WEEKEND

DARRELL SCOTT - OBITUARY

The graveside service for Darrell Scott, 44, of Elkmont will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Gatlin Cemetery in Ardmore with James Oliver officiating.

Visitation is from noon until 1:45 p.m. Thursday at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home.

Mr. Scott died Monday, July 25, 2011, at Athens-Limestone Hospital.

LIMESTONE BOMBERS ARE STILL UNDEFEATED IN WORLD SERIES

After finishing pool play undefeated, the Limestone Bombers are in the semifinals of the Dizzy Dean 12-year-old World Series being played in Southaven, Miss.

The Bombers defeated Jackson County 9-6 Tuesday for the spot in the Final Four.

AJ Harris had a home run and triple in the win. Kenny Stevenson contributed two hits including a triple. Grayson Edgemon had two hits, including a double. Jonathan Stanford, Hunter Camp and Taylor Thomas all had one hit apiece.

Thomas, Austin Hobson, Harris and Edgemon all saw action on the mound.

Limestone will face Acworth, Ga., at 2 p.m. today for a spot in Thursday’s championship game.

A delayed taping of today’s game will air at 1 p.m. Saturday on Comcast SportsSouth.

In other games played during the tournament, the Bombers defeated Plaquemines, La.,  24-2 and Jackson County, Ala., 5-4.

Against Plaquemines, Harris was 3 for 3 with two doubles. Edgemon had two hits, including a triple. Stevenson had a double and triple. Zeb Pankey also had two hits. Hobson, Camp, Bryant Royals and Hunter Pankey all contributed one hit apiece.

Taylor Thomas was the big hitter against Jackson County with two hits. Stephenson and Stanford each had a triple. Harris, Camp, Edgemon and Zeb Pankey had one hit each.

ELKMONT FOOTBALL PICTURE DAY THIS WEDNESDAY

Picture day is July 27 at 8:00 am for Varsity football, cheerleading, band. We will be selling football program ads at that time. You can turn in your ad and picture (if you want to bring your own) or if you want to bring a younger sibling or someone to have their picture taken with a player for an ad, you may do so. All ads need to be turned in that day.

This year we are setting up on Tuesday night before, July 26th, at 6:00 to sell ads. We hope that some Middle school players, businesses, young supporters, or any one that would like to support Elkmont Football will come buy an ad and get their picture took if they would like a photo on the ad. This will NOT be professional pictures that can be purchased. This is just an opportunity to generate sales. The quarterback club depends on the sale of the program ads to generate money. So the more ads we sale the more money we have for our children!

Ad form can be found in the post archives at the end of the blog. Look for article titled "WANT TO GET AN ELKMONT FOOTBALL PROGRAM AD"

Elkmont Football Reserved Seats Now On Sale

The Elkmont Quarterback Club is offering reserved seating for the 2011 football season.  Each seat is $30 which includes home varsity games excluding playoff games.


A mandatory booster club membership of $15 will be added to each family's group of tickets.  All reserved seats must be paid for by August 27.
Any seats not renewed by this date will be released to the booster club members on the wait list.

Contact Heather Hobbs for more information:  jhobbs@ardmore.net or 256-777-7127

PLAYERS STILL NEEDED FOR ELLIS/BAILEY BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT

Players and teams are still needed for an upcoming golf tournament benefiting two Elkmont High athletes with cancer.

The tournament for Bronson Ellis and Rhett Bailey is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. July 30, at Southern Gayles.

Team entries of $75 per person, which includes lunch, are due to the golf course by Monday. The cost is $85 per player for late entries. All proceeds derived from the benefit will be donated to the families to offset medical necessities incurred during their teen’s battle against cancer.

Ellis, an upcoming senior and a member of the Red Devil football team, is currently undergoing treatments to fight stage II testicular cancer, while his 15-year-old-teammate Bailey is at St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., undergoing treatment for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Bailey also plays basketball and baseball at Elkmont.

Both were diagnosed within weeks of each other just before school ended in May.
For more information or to find out how to donate to the fund, contact Randy Higgins at 256-497-8342.


Source:  Ashley Hargrove, Athens News-Courier

LIMESTONE BOMBERS PLAYING IN SOUTHHAVEN MISSISSIPPI

Zeb Pankey and Taylor Thomas, two of Elkmont's up and coming 7th graders are spending their summer playing for the Limestone Bombers.  Their team finished second in the state, falling to Cullman in the last of a best-of-3 match-up last Saturday. The Bombers began play today in Southhaven, MS, defeating a team from Louisiana 24-2 with the game being called before the Bombers batted in the bottom of the third inning. They play again tomorrow morning.  Hope to have an update tomorrow evening.

Last week the Limestone Bombers finished runner-up in the Dizzy Dean state tournament in Albertville over the weekend.

Limestone, a team of 12-year-olds, defeated Cullman 12-11 in the finals of the winner’s bracket to advance to the championship game. The two teams met again in the championship game where the Bombers fell twice, 17-7 and 6-4.

In the win, AJ Harris had a two-run home run in the bottom of the fifth, to give Limestone their winning margin. Harris also had two singles. La’Chauz Langford contributed two hits, including a grand slam. Hunter Camp also had two hits, while Taylor Thomas, Kenny Stevenson, Jonathan Stanford, Zeb Pankey and Austin Hobson had one hit each.

Grayson Edgemon was credited with the win, while Harris got the save.

In the championship series, Harris and Thomas had four hits and a home run apiece. Pankey and Stanford had three hits each. Kenny Stevenson had two hits, including a home run. Camp also had a home run.  Bryant Royals, Camp, Hobson, Edgemon and Harris all saw action on the mound. In addition to receiving runner-up honors, the Bombers also received the tournament sportsmanship trophy for their sportsmanship and representation during the 16-team tournament.

JEFFERY WADE JACKSON - OBITUARY

The funeral for Jeffrey “Jeff” Jackson, 47, of Elkmont will be at 3:30 p.m. today at Spry Funeral Home with Donald Terry, Anthony Anderson and James Swindle officiating.

Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

JAMES HAMBRICK - OBITUARY

The funeral for James Hambrick, 71, of Elkmont will be at 1 p.m. today at Elkmont Cumberland Presbyterian Church of America in Elkmont with the Rev. Ralph Marshell officiating.

Burial will be in Leggtown Cemetery in Lester with Peoples Funeral Home directing.

Mr. Hambrick died Tuesday, July 19, 2011, at Athens Rehabilitation and Senior Center.

BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT - JULY 30

MARK WINFRED MARBUT- OBITUARY

Mark Winfred Marbut, 45, of Elkmont passed away quietly at home Sunday, July 17, 2011, surrounded by his family.

He was born Aug. 23, 1965, to Winfred and Edna Mae Marbut. Mark was an avid cattleman and outdoorsman. He was a gentle spirit who enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his large extended family.

He is survived by his wife, Joann Popenhagen Marbut; two children, Hannah René

Marbut and Hayden Winfred Marbut. His siblings, Larry Marbut and wife Trish, Linda Marbut, Carolyn Graham and husband James, Victoria Graham, Stephen Marbut and wife Sue, Patty Davis and husband Randy, Karen Nave and husband Jimmy Don, Myra Burleson and husband Max; and brother-in-law, Tommy Goodin. He leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and many, many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Claire Goodin.

Mark’s faith sustained him as he waged a courageous battle with ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease. With quiet dignity, he pushed his frail body to a final goal he was determined to achieve before he went home, and by the grace of God, he made it.

His life is a shining example of 2 Timothy 4:7 … he fought the good fight, he finished the course … he kept the faith.

Pallbearers will be Michael Graham, Nelson Marbut, James Graham, Randy Davis, Max Burleson, Tommy Goodin, Jimmy Don Nave and Shane Glanton.

Visitation will be from 6-9 tonight at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Salem Springs Baptist Church. The body will lie in state at 1 p.m.

Interment will be at Mitchell Cemetery in Lauderdale County with Kevin Ward, Chuck Hood and Terry Lamar officiating.

Coach David Wilson - What is he doing now?

David Wilson served as the Elkmont Red Devil head varsity football coach for 2010 season.

Due to budget and staff cuts, his contract with the Limestone County School system wasn't renewed. His comments about the situation can be found in the July 1 blog entry "Thoughts about Last Minute Pink Slips".

Many of you have asked what he is doing now and there is good news for the Wilson family.

Coach Wilson is now working for the Football University organization. This organization puts on camps throughout the country such as the Top Gun Camp,with players invited from all over the country. There will be 1200 players there this year. He will working with a staff of coaches who have NFL or professional playing or coaching experience. Wilson will be doing about 40 camps a year and also be a part of the US Army All-American Game, Jan. 7, 2012.

Coach Wilson said, "I miss being with the players at Elkmont. I believe we would have done very well this year. The reason I took the Elkmont job was to stay in one place until I was finished coaching and be at home for Tammy (his wife) but God uses us in alot of different ways. I will be traveling quite a bit with Football University, they want to take the camps to Canada and Germany, so we will be going back to Atlanta permanently by the middle of August. I leave wishing the Elkmont football players every success for the upcoming season."

David Wilson will be missed by many and may the Wilson family be blessed as they move back to Atlanta.

ELKMONT FOOTBALL QUARTERBACK CLUB MEETING - MONDAY

The July Quarterback Club meeting will be in the new gym @ 6 pm, July 18.
Topics for discussion:
Clean Up Day
Elkmont Jubilee
Equipment Purchase
Programs
Old Business
Upcoming season

CHARLES FANN - OBITUARY

The funeral for Charles Fann, 82, of Elkmont will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home with Steve Ferguson and Bud White officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery in Athens.

Visitation is from 1-3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

He died Thursday, July 14, 2011, at Limestone Health Facility.

Mr. Fann was a faithful member of the Northside Church of Christ in Athens. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, and a longtime employee of Genesco Shoe Co., in Huntsville and Lawrenceville, Ga.

Mr. Fann was a lover of all sports especially Alabama football and Atlanta Braves baseball. He loved to bowl and was a lover of all animals, especially his cats.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Maxine McDougal Fann of Elkmont; one sister, Ann Brazelton of Huntsville; several nieces and nephews; and a sister-in-law, Willodean George of Athens.

Pallbearers will be Jay Brazelton, Ottie Newsom, Rick Cook, Anthony Hardiman and men of the Northside Church of Christ.

MICHAEL LYNN MARTIN - OBITUARY

Michael Lynn Martin, 59 of Ardmore, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2011.

Mr. Martin was born May 8, 1952, in Limestone County, to Howard Martin and Audra Bond Martin. Mr. Martin was of the Baptist faith, and a lifelong owner of Martin Welding Shop in Ardmore.

The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home. Burial will be in Sylone Cemetery with Lynn Marshall and Jerry Smith officiating.

Visitation will be from 6-9 tonight at the funeral home.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Martin of Ardmore; two daughters, Jennifer Martin of Elkmont and fiancé Shane Watkins, Melissa Sims and husband James of Ardmore; three grandchildren, Austin Baker, Logan Sims and Allison Colwell; parents, Howard and Audra Martin of Elkmont; brother, Randell Martin and wife Wanda of Ardmore; two sisters, Ivra Nelson and husband Kermett of Moulton and Pam Martin of Hartselle; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

Pallbearers will be Kyle Nelson, Cody Nelson, Jeff Martin, Jeff Terry, Johnny Hatchett and Donnie Martin.

EMERGENCIES AND PETS

Many of us have read stories about the number of pets displaced after the storms in April.  There were families that weren't able to care for their animals because they weren't ready for the unexpected.  Being prepared for our pets is something that we don't hear as much about, but it is VERY important as many of us feel like pets are part of the family and/or they can also provide needed food in emergencies (i.e. eggs, milk, meat, etc.) Here are a number of helpful tips and links to help you plan for your pets.

Disaster Kit Ideas For Cats/Dogs

-1 gallon of water
-1 plastic gallon jug filled with dry food
-1 12 pack box of wet food packets
-1 small bag of treats
-Small litterbox (for cats)
-Litter scoop (for cats) or pooper scooper shovel (for dogs)
-Plastic gallon jug filled with kitty litter (for cats)
-Small plastic trash bags for scooped waste disposal
-Towel
-Mini pet first aid kit
-Vaccination/vet records
-Color photo of cat/dog
-Extra collar w/contact info
-Leash and harness
-Carrying container (optional)

Free Handouts

From Ready.gov
Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies Makes Sense. Get Ready Now.
Trifold Brochure or 2-sided handout

From American Veterany Medical Association
Saving the Whole Family – Disaster Preparation
(14 page brochure, includes info on regular housepets, livestock, and other non-traditional pets)

Helpful Links

American Humane Society – Preparation for Pets and Livestock
FEMA – Disaster Information for Pet Owners

Source:  Food Storage Made Easy

BACK TO SCHOOL SALES

The stores are starting their back to school sales and you are able to pick up school supplies cheaper than any other time of the year.


Here are the links to the Elkmont School Supply list for the 2011-2012 year.

School Supply Lists for Grades K-6

                                School Supply Lists for Grades 7-12

BIG FISH TALE

David Key decided July 2 was the perfect time to go fishing.  With a small aluminum boat and a rod and reel with 20 pound test line,  he tested his luck in the Elk River.  David got more than he bargained for when he hooked a 42 pound blue channel catfish.  Friends, Lisa and Jay Burrow, got the assist in helping David get his catch in the boat.  Of course, a fish like this needs a name so Lisa dubbed the big blue "Walter".  You never know what you might catch in the Elk River.  Walter's brothers and sisters are still out there.  Congrads on landing a big fish story, David.

WHEN YOU GET TOO HOT

Know the signs:

• Heat cramps: Heat cramps are muscle pains and spasms due to heavy exertion and dehydration. Although heat cramps are the least severe, they are often the first signal that the body is in trouble.
• Heat Exhaustion: Someone suffering from heat exhaustion will have cool, moist, pale, or flushed skin; sweat heavily; have a headache; nausea or vomiting; dizziness; and general exhaustion. Body temperature may be normal, or may be rising.
• Heat stroke: Someone suffering from heat stroke will have hot, red skin; lapse of consciousness; rapid, weak pulse; and rapid, shallow breathing. Their body temperature can be very high, as high as 105 degrees F. If the person was sweating from heavy work or exercise, skin may be wet; otherwise, it will feel dry. If any of these symptoms are present call your doctor or hospital for treatment directions. If you have any doubt, call for help.

Treat Immediately:

• Heat cramps: Get the person to a cooler place and have him or her rest in a comfortable position. Lightly stretch the affected muscle and replenish fluids. Give a half glass of cool water every 15 minutes. Do not give liquids with alcohol or caffeine in them, as they can cause further dehydration, making conditions worse.
• Heat exhaustion: Get the person out of the heat and into a cooler place. Increase ventilation by opening windows or using a fan. Cool them down as quickly as possible. Remove or loosen tight clothing and apply cool, wet cloths, such as towels or sheets. If the person is conscious, give cool water to drink. Make sure the person drinks slowly. Give a half glass of cool water every 15 minutes. Do not give them aspirin or other medications. Let the victim rest in a comfortable position, and watch carefully for changes in his or her condition.
• Heat stroke: Heat stroke is a life-threatening situation. Help is needed fast. Call 911 or your local emergency number. Move the person to a cooler place. Quickly cool the body. Immerse victim in a cool bath, or wrap wet sheets around the body and fan it. Place victim in front of an open window or fan. Never leave a victim alone. Watch for signals of breathing problems. Keep the person lying down and continue to cool the body any way you can. If the victim refuses water, is vomiting, or there are changes in the level of consciousness, do not give anything to eat or drink.

ROBERTA HOGAN STANFORD - OBITUARY

Roberta Hogan Stanford, 86, of Athens passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at Athens-Limestone Hospital. Mrs. Stanford was born Jan. 22, 1925, in Limestone County, to Hardy Franklin and Dovie Lillian Hasting Hogan.

The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home with Bobby Robinson and Will Stanford officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery.

Visitation is from 6-9 tonight at the funeral home.

Mrs. Stanford was a member of The Ephesus Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hardy Franklin and Dovie Lillian Hasting Hogan; sisters, Nettie Howell, Icy, Pylant, Evelyn Eubanks and Ruth McCowan; brothers, Howard Hogan, Marvin Hogan and John Ross Hogan; and grandson, Christopher Lynn Stanford.

Survivors include her husband, Earnest Guy Stanford of Athens, to whom she was married Dec. 6, 1941; sons, Jimmy Stanford and wife Joan, Glen Stanford and wife Linda, all of Athens, Stan Stanford and wife Shelia, Tim Stanford and wife Kathy, and Mark Stanford and wife Margo, all of Elkmont; 11 grandchildren, Della Johnson and husband Bryan, Daron Stanford and wife Laura, Will Stanford, Gordon Stanford, Greg Stanford and wife Angel, Stan Stanford and wife Allison, Eric Stanford, Keri McDonald and husband Romen, Teal Stanford and Drew Stanford; five great-grandchildren, Jonathan Stanford, Bailey Stanford, Audra Stanford, Taylor Stanford and Kolee-Brooklyn McDonald; brother, Mack Hogan of Elkmont; sister, Louise Robinson of Athens.

Pallbearers will be grandsons.

In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Hospice of Limestone County.

Melissa Revis - Birmingham Southern

Melissa Revis of Elkmont graduated from Birmingham-Southern during Spring Graduation

Bill Hyatt - Hendrix College Dean's List

Bill Hyatt of Elkmont, a senior biochemistry/molecular major at Hendrix College, was selected the college's dean's list for the Spring 2011 semester.

PAMELA RICHARDSON - OBITUARY

The funeral for Pamela Annette Richardson, 46, of Elkmont will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 14 at McConnell Funeral Home with Jamie Mitchelle officiating. Burial will be in Copeland Cemetery.

Visitation is from 6-9 tonight at the funeral home.

Mrs. Richardson passed away Monday, July 11, 2011, at home.

Pamela Annette Richardson was born Sept. 4, 1964, in Tennessee to Kenneth Allen Woods and Frances Earlen Lewter Woods. She was a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Frances Lewter Woods.

Mrs. Richardson is survived by her husband, Tim Richardson; daughter, Candy Dison and husband Jared of Elkmont; son, Brandon and wife Paige of Elkmont; grandchildren, Abby Hasting and Hunter Hasting; father, Kenneth Woods; and stepmother, Paulette Woods of Indiana; sister, Connie Long of Ardmore, Tenn.; brothers, Tim Woods of Prospect, Tenn., and Mike Woods of Ardmore.

Pallbearers will be Mike Woods, Tim Woods, Anthony Long, Michael Richardson, Jeff Richardson and Johnny Wayne Richardson.

ROBINSON REUNION - JULY 16

Robinson reunion

Descendents of Hezekiah Robinson will hold a reunion Saturday at the Elkmont railroad depot. Family and friends invited. Bring a covered dish. Lunch is served at noon. Call 256-732-4548.

FREE FOOTBALL CAMP JULY 15

Sarrell Dental Center is holding a free football camp Friday for children ages 8-13.

The camp will be from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at the Athens High School stadium. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m.

Those attending will be given the opportunity to learn the fundamentals and skills of football instructed by Jacksonville State University head coach Jack Crowe and several of his current players. In addition, the campers will be exposed to techniques on the offensive and defensive side of the ball, as well as learn the importance of teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Sarrell Dental is a nonprofit organization that treats the dental and optical needs of Alabama children ages 1-20 with Medicaid and All-Kids insurance. The company was founded in 2004 in Anniston, and has since grown to include 11 other offices, including one in Athens.

Quarteback Club Meeting Rescheduled

The meeting tonight has been cancelled and moved to July 18 @ 6 pm

QUARTERBACK CLUB MEETING - MONDAY @ 6 PM

July Elkmont Quarterback Club Meeting @ 6 pm

The July Quarterback Club meeting will be in the new gym @ 6 pm, July 11.
Topics for discussion:
Clean Up Day
Elkmont Jubilee
Equipment Purchase
Programs
Old Business
Upcoming season

If you would like to meet the new head coach, or get involved with the Elkmont Football Program, this month's meeting would be a great time.  The gearing up for the 2011 season starts this month.

Youth Fall Football/Cheerleader Signups

The ALYFA Board would like to invite all of our youth athletes to the 2011 Football and Cheerleading signups.  Signups dates are June 11 & June 25, July 9, 16, 23, and the 30th. Signups times are from 8A-1P at the Limestone County Board of Education Building in downtown Athens.  Signup fees are $65 per youth with a $5 discount for each additional sibling.  First time participants will need to bring a copy of their birth certificates.  

 Athens Limestone Youth Football Website

KENNETH ROSS LONG - OBITUARY

The graveside service for Kenneth Ross Long, 69, of Elkmont will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Sardis Springs Cemetery with Cecil Norman and John Norman officiating. There will be no visitation.

Mr. Long died Friday, July 8, 2011, at home.

Spry Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

WILL MAPLES - NATIONAL FFA SCHOLARSHIP

The National FFA Organization awarded a $2,000 MetLife Foundation scholarship to William Maples of Elkmont High School.

MetLife, as a special project of the National FFA Foundation, sponsors the scholarship.

Maples plans to use the funds to pursue a degree at the University of Arkansas.

FRANCES ANN BRACKEEN - OBITUARY

The funeral for Frances Ann Brackeen, 69, of Elkmont will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Spry Funeral Home with Dr. Rick Craft officiating.

Burial will be in Sunnyhill Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 6 to 9 tonight at the funeral home.

Mrs. Brackeen died Thursday, July 7, 2011, at home. She was born Feb. 22, 1942, in Limestone County. She was a member of First Church in Athens.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ira Clayton Brackeen, and a grandson, William Clayton Brackeen.

She is survived by a son, David Brackeen of Elkmont; a daughter, Deborah Scott of Elkmont; two brothers, L.L. Birdwell of Tanner and Glen Birdwell of Hartselle; four sisters, Marine Eubanks of Decatur, Bessie Flack and Brenda Hill, both of Hartselle, and Carolyn Williams of Athens; two grandchildren, Paige Phillips of Elkmont and Tristie Davis of Athens; and two great-grandchildren.

ELKMONT VARSITY LADY RED DEVILS - ALL AREA TEAM SELECTION

The 2011 Decatur Daily Class 1-A-3A All-Area Softball Team

WANT TO GET AN ELKMONT FOOTBALL PROGRAM AD

It is time again for the Elkmont Football Program to be put on the drawing board for the 2011 season.
The program is always well done and a keepsake to remember the season.  The Elkmont Quarterback Club is in the process of preparing the football program for the upcoming year.  If you would like to place an ad in the 2011 program, please respond by July 27 (football picture day).  During yet another year of limited funds, your support is even more appreciated.

Here is your opportunity to congratulate an athlete, band member, cheerleader, cross country, volleyball player, senior, or group, etc., by placing an ad in their honor.  You may include a picture of the honoree with your ad.  There have been some great photo shoot pages over the years.

Please return the advertising agreement of your choice to the school (along with your payment) addressed to:

Elkmont Quarterback Club
c/o Elkmont High School
25630 Evans Avenue
Elkmont, AL  35620

Remember the deadline is July 27th and again, thank your for your very valuable support.  If you have any questions or would like to see examples of ads done in the past, please contact Amanda Glass at 256-777-2775 or Crystal Newsom at 256-303-1359 ( newsomcrystal@yahoo.com).