WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ELKMONT THIS WEEK

March

31  EASTER !!
 Sunrise service. Elkwood Baptist Church on Alabama 127 in Elkmont will hold a Easter Community Sunrise Service at 7 a.m. Sunday, March 31. Contact: 256-732-3162.

April

1  

Elkmont Varsity Baseball @ Madison Academy @ 5 pm; followed by JV game

Elkmont JV Softball vs Madison Academy @ Elkmont; double header

MUSIC TO ENJOY

Elkmont Pickin' & Grinnin' Mondays     

6:30 pm - Downtown Elkmont Depot   

Live Music and Dancing

Bring your own chair

Players and Dancers Welcome   

For info:  931-427-6296  

Speedy Spud Feet reminding all couch potatoes that training for 5K race is today.  Time: 5:30 pm  Location:  Elkmont Rural Village Office.  Don't be late or the potatoes will be rolling down the trail.

          

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Elkmont Varsity Baseball vs Madison Academy @ Elkmont; first pitch @ 5 pm; since this is a regional best 2 - 3 series, a second varsity game will be played if the teams split the April 1 and April 2 games.

Elkmont Varsity Softball vs West Morgan @ West Morgan; 5 pm - JV game follows

3  Church Night

4

Elkmont  JV Baseball @ Decatur Heritage; double header - first pitch @ 4 pm

Elkmont Middle School Baseball vs Clements @ Elkmont; double header - first pitch 4:30 pm 

Elkmont Middle School Softball vs Madison Academy @ Elkmont; follows varsity game

Elkmont JV Softball @ Sheffield; Sheffield Tournament

Elkmont Varsity Softball vs Madison Academy @ Elkmont; 5 pm

 

Couch Potatoes unite - 5K training starts at 5:30 pm; Elkmont Rural Village

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Elkmont Varsity Baseball @ Clements @ 4:30 pm; JV game will follow

Elkmont Middle School Baseball vs West Limestone @ Elkmont; double header - first pitch 4:30 pm

Elkmont JV Softball @ Sheffield; Sheffield Tournament

 

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Rural Village Yard Sale @ 8 am

Elkmont Varsity Baseball vs East Lawrence @ Elkmont; game starts at 11 am. JV game will follow

Elkmont Trailblazers @ Chick-fil-a race in Athens

7:00AM - Day-of Registration and Runner Check-In 7:50AM - Day-of Registration Closes
8:00AM - 5K/10K Run/Walk Start
9:30AM - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Start
*Awards presented after each race.

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ELKMONT THIS WEEK

ELKMONT SCHOOL SPRING BREAK -   MARCH 25 - 29

March

24  Count Your Blessings

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MUSIC TO ENJOY

Elkmont Pickin' & Grinnin' Mondays     

6:30 pm - Downtown Elkmont Depot   

Live Music and Dancing

Bring your own chair

Players and Dancers Welcome   

For info:  931-427-6296  

Speedy Spud Feet reminding all couch potatoes that training for 5K race is today.  Time: 5:30 pm  Location:  Elkmont Rural Village Office.  Don't be late or the potatoes will be rolling down the trail.

          

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27  Church Night

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Elkmont Varsity Baseball vs Ardmore @ Elkmont - First Pitch @ 4:30 pm; JV game follows

Couch Potatoes unite - 5K training starts at 5:30 pm; Elkmont Rural Village


Elkmont Softball vs Mt. Vernon, Indiana @ Elkmont - First Pitch @ 4 pm 

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Elkmont Middle School Baseball vs East Limestone; double header - first pitch @ 10 am

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Elkmont Varsity Baseball vs Wilson @ noon; vs Colbert County @ 2 pm 

Elkmont Middle School Baseball @ Westminister Christian Academy; double header - first pitch @ 10:30 am 

Couch Potatoes Training; Downtown Rails to Trails @ 9 am

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NEXT CREATIVE CANVAS CLASS IS THIS FRIDAY

Heather and I have some exciting news!!!! We love HOSTING paint classes in downtown Elkmont, AL and now we are going to be hosting parties at the new Belle Chevre cheese shop.

 Belle Chevre carry local artisans products such as honey, goat cheese, chocolate and much more! They have bottled drinks and even fresh pressed coffee! So when is our first class you ask....? It’s this Friday March 29th at 6pm! We are painting cotton farms! Make it a night out & Come out and try some of their products and paint with us! CALL US NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! 256-497-5934.

 

ELKMONT FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT

 

The alarms sounded and the ever ready volunteer Elkmont Fire Department responded.  The Elkmont fire trucks rolled out yesterday about 5:45 to back up the Oak Grove department on a house fire located on Mooresville Road and Putnam Circle.  Despite the efforts of the fire fighters, they weren't able to save the house.  The owner and one of her 3 dogs were able to get out before flames engulfed the house.  She was taken to the hospital for breathing problems but has recovered and is doing fine today.

 

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GAYLE SMITH LONG - OBITUARY

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Name: Gayle Smith Long Dates: Birth date: May 30, 1946 Death date: March 24, 2013 Obituary: Gayle Smith Long age 66 of Athens, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Decatur General Hospital. Mrs. Long was born May 30, 1946 in South Carolina to Frazier Smith, Sr. and Helen Henson Smith. Memorial services will be Thursday, March 28, 2013 8:00 p.m., at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home with David Bailey and John Smith officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. prior to the service.  Preceded in death by her parents, Frazier Smith, Sr. and Helen Smith; brother, Frazier Smith, Jr. Survived by her husband, James Long of Athens; son, Jimmy Long and wife, Jerri; daughter, Connie Katherine Evans and husband Allen; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren and one step-great-granddaughter. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Gideon or Cancer Society.

RUBY COLLEEN MAY INMAN - OBITUARY

Ruby Colleen May Inman, 80, of Florence passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on March 25, 2013 after a long hard battle with cancer. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Pisgah Cemetery with Bro. Eddie Wix officiating.

Born on January 17, 1933, she was a member of the Underwood Baptist Church and worked for many years at TeeJays in Florence. Being devoted to her family, she was a humble person who will be remembered as a loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt.

Survivors include her son, Terry L. Inman of Florence, daughters, Linda Johnson (Jim) of Elkmont, Pam Sanchez and Tricia Formby, both of Florence; granddaughter, Alissa Johnson of New Orleans; grandsons, Phillip Johnson of Elkmont, Owen Formby and Cody Sanchez both of Florence; sisters, Juanita Keeler and Joyce Lisby (Ed) all of Florence; sister-in-law, Joyce May of Florence; and 18 nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil T and Daphne M. May; son, Jasper L. Inman, Jr.; and brother, James V. May.

Pallbearers will be Terry L. Inman, Phillip Johnson, Owen Formby, Cody Sanchez, James McCreless, Mike Lisby, Terry Foster, Jr., and Joe Murphy, Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

EVELYN MAURINE ALEXANDER - OBITUARY

Evelyn Maurine Alexander, 49, of Toney passed away Monday, March 25, 2013, at Athens-Limestone Hospital.

Ms. Alexander was born April 6, 1963, in Madison County, the daughter of the late Hollis and Corrina Lanier Alexander. She was a painter.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by sister, Janice Eugene Morrison.

She is survived by sisters, Debbie Andrews of Limestone County and Teresa Bradley of Athens; brothers, Claude Nolan Alexander of Elkmont, Morris Wayne Alexander of Toney and Hollis Eugene Alexander of Hazel Green.

The family will receive guests from 2-4 p.m. Thursday at Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home in Fayetteville, Tenn.

ROBERT (BOB) EARL HARVEY - OBITUARY

Mr. Robert (Bob) Earl Harvey, 83 of Athens Alabama passed Sunday, March 24, 2013 Athens at his residence.  Funeral service will be Wednesday, March 27, 2013, 2PM at Spry Funeral Home, Chapel with Phil Daws officiating.  Burial in the Athens Memory Gardens. Visitation was at  6-9 PM Tuesday, Spry Funeral Home.  Memorials may be made to Hospice of Limestone County

Born April 6, 1929 in Limestone County, Alabama
Attended Friendship United Methodist Church in Athens
Korean Era Army Veteran
Retired Owner and Operator of Harvey Sales, Formerly employed H. H. Smith

Preceded in death by:
Wife: Lois Harvey
Brothers:
Roy Harvey and Howard Harvey
Sisters:
Irene Griffin and Christine Black

Survivors:
Sons:
Andy Harvey and wife Debra - Chattanooga, TN Larry Harvey - Elkmont, AL
David Harvey and wife Judy - Athens, AL
Grandchildren:
Travis Harvey, Austin Harvey, Laurie Harvey, Justin Harvey, Joshua Harvey, Nicholas Harvey, Clint Harvey
15 Great Grandchildren
Sisters:
Maxine Daws - Athens, AL
Louise Holt - Athens, AL
Brothers:
J. W. Harvey - Athens, AL
Harold Harvey - Goodsprings, AL
Nieces and Nephews
Pallbearers: Grandsons

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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BARKSDALE -OBITUARY

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Name: Benjamin Franklin Barksdale Dates: Birth date: May 24, 1936 Death date: March 25, 2013 Obituary: Benjamin Franklin Barksdale age 76, of Elkmont, passed away Monday, March 25, 2013 at Athens Limestone Hospital. Mr. Barksdale was born May 24, 1936 in Limestone County to Lee Edgar Barksdale and Annie Richardson Barksdale. Services will be Wednesday, March 27, 2013 2:00 p.m., at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 12:00 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will be in Athens City Cemetery with Bro. Everette Conn officiating. Preceded in death by his parents, Lee Barksdale and Annie Barksdale; five brothers, Nelson Barksdale, Richard Barksdale, Eugene Barksdale, Harold Barksdale and Douglas Barksdale; two sisters, Ira Parker and Annie Malone. Survived by his wife, Signa Barksdale of Athens; two daughters, Melanie Barksdale of Madison and Tanya Barksdale of Elkmont; two grandsons, Sean Johns and wife, Lindsey and Adam Willige; one great-grandson, Brody Johns. Pallbearers will be Steve Barksdale, Mark Barksdale, Barry Barksdale, Keith Barksdale, Sean Johns, Jason Griffin, Rusty Griffin and Joe Bullington. Honorary pallbearer will be Adam Willige.

MORRIS LYNN COLLINS - OBITUARY

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Name: Morris Lynn Collins Dates: Birth date: January 28, 1940 Death date: March 23, 2013 Obituary: Morris Lynn Collins age 73 of Athens, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Collins was born January 28, 1940 in Limestone County to George Collins and Mary Elders Collins. Services for Mr. Collins are Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be Monday, March 25, 2013 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery with Bro. James Oliver officiating. He was a member of Majestic Chapel in Elkmont. He is survived by his wife, Judy Jackson Collins; daughter, Kimberly Webster and husband Michael; son, Ricky Collins and wife Deborah; grandchildren, Heather Webster, Jessica Webster, Kenny Brizendine and Rikki Brizendine; great-grandchild, Hayward Brizendine; brother, Wendell Collins; sisters, Deborah Peterson and husband Sam and Bobbie Roberson; several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; George and Mary Collins; two brothers; two sisters. Pallbearers are James Collins, Dale Collins, Sam Collins, Chucky Collins, Nick Smith and Dwight Webster. Memorials may be made to Majestic Chapel 21315 Hays Mill Road, Elkmont, AL 35620.

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ELKMONT BAND MEMBERS SELECTED FOR HONOR BAND

MARCHING BAND COLOR GUARD ANNOUNCED

BELLE CHEVRE GRAND OPENING - APRIL 13

 

The Belle Chevre Cheese Shop And Tasting Room is now open to the public. At the moment, we are open in a soft capacity, with a cafe in the works for you to grab breakfast, lunch and snacks and try all of our delicious cheeses.   We have Alabama's best chevre, complements for all your cheese needs, artisan Alabama goods, and even art on sale.

Located in the heart of Elkmont, Alabama, Belle's new shop is in a 100-year-old storefront. In the time we've spent fixin' up, we've had so many incredible people come by to share their memories with us. Turns out a lot of Elkmont residents spent childhood afternoons staring wistfully at the candy in the general store, the previous occupant of our shop.  Come visit us, and stroll down the main street of Elkmont, popping in shops and even catching some live music across the street at the Red Caboose!  (We are falling in love with this little downtown.)

Speaking of which, our grand opening needs a place on your calendar! It is scheduled for April 13, so mark that Saturday down to come by, sample cheese, enter giveaways, visit some *really* cute goats, and more! Located at 18849 Upper Fort Hampton Road, and the current hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday and 1-5 Sunday.

CHARLES "BILLY" CLEM - OBITUARY

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Name: Charles E. "Billy" Clem Dates: Birth date: November 6, 1924 Death date: March 20, 2013 Obituary: Charles E. "Billy" Clem, 88 of Ardmore, Alabama died on Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at his home. Born Thursday, November 6, 1924 in Elkmont, Alabama, he was the son of the late John B. Clem and the late Ira Hodges Clem. He was a lifelong resident of this area and was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, a wife: Ellen Mae Young Clem, two brothers: Milburn Clem and Wayne Clem, and two sisters: Geraldine Holt and Reba Marlow. Surviving are son, Mark & Janet Clem of Athens, AL, daughter, Ann Martin of Ardmore, AL, sister, Rena Mae Wallace Camp of Elkmont, AL, three grandchildren: Jason Martin, Justin Martin, and Dawn Martin, and six greatgrandchildren: Jeremy Butler, Kelsi Martin, Levi Martin, Kaylee Martin, Makarlee Martin, and Ashlyn Bentley, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home, Ardmore, Alabama with Bro. Bill Sharp and Bro. Scotty Travis officiating. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Ardmore, AL. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Friday, March 22, 2013, at Ardmore Chapel Funeral Home, Ardmore, Alabama.

COUCH POTATO TO TRAILBLAZER

Elkmont Couch Potato Update

Well - I don't think we can call these people Couch Potatoes anymore, do you? We are at the tail end of week 6 in the training program and people are doing GREAT! Truth be told, I think there are many people that have surprised THEMSELVES over the past 6 weeks! We trainers knew they had it in them all along!!

There are so many dedicated and commited RUNNERS in this group! If they have a conflict on training night, they get together with others in the group and run on their own! There always seems to be someone running in the Village or on the trail downtown - what a fantastic sight!

Our goal race is coming up on April 6th @ 8:00. It will begin at the Wellness Center, across from the Athens-Limestone Hospital. On race day, the adrenaline will be pumping for all of the Elkmont Trailblazers and I can't wait to see how everyone does!

We hope to see you bright and early in Athens on April 6th to cheer on your favorite Trailblazer!

Elkmont Runners Shine at the Cold Springs March Invitational!

The Elkmont track team headed south on March 15 for the Cold Springs March Invitational. Due to repairs at the Cold Springs HS track, the meet was held at Corner HS in Jefferson County. Boy, oh boy! The facilities were AWESOME! Brand new school and brand new stadium with an 8 lane rubber coated track!

The Elkmont Ladies finished 7th out of 13 teams and the Guys finished 6th out of 16 teams!

Individual results are as follows:
Girls 100M Dash (29 Competitors)
Imani Davis - 2nd with a time of 14.22
Lillian Adell - 4th with a time of 14.39
Ameia Davis - 5th with a time of 14.66

Girls 200M Dash (31 Competitors)
Lillian Adell - 3rd with a time of 29.32
Ameia Davis - 4th with a time of 29.73
Imani Davis - 7th with a time of 30.44

Girls 400M Dash (35 Competitors)
Jensen Pugh - 7th with a time of 1:10.02
Hannah Hanback - 23rd with a time of 1:18.33
Anna Sandlin - 24th with a time of 1:19.83

Girls 800M Run (24 Competitors)
Jensen Pugh - 9th with a time of 2:59.96
Anna Sandlin - 17th with a time of 3:24.28
Alex Green - 22nd with a time of 3:37.98

Girls 1600M Run (30 Competitors)
Sammi Jo Pressnell - 11th with a time of 6:36.11
Hannah Hanback - 13th with a time of 6:45.81
Alex Green - 29th with a time of 8:39.78

Girls 3200M Run (11 Competitors)
Sammi Jo Pressnell - 8th with a time of 14:59

Girls 4 X 800M Relay (8 teams)
Hanback, Green, Pressnell, Pugh - 5th with a time of 12:17.22


Boys 100M Dash (31 Competitors)
Dre Boley - 2nd with a time of 12.37
Dustin Ward - 7th with a time of 12.72
Noah Sharp - 18th with a time of 13.62

Boys 200M Dash (39 Competitors)
Dre Boley - 4th with a time of 25.67
Jake Armstrong - 16th with a time of 27.33
Jacob Ezell - 24th with a time of 28.70

Boys 400M Dash (36 Competitors)
Nick Shelton - 14th with a time of 1:00.92
Jacob Ezell - 23rd with a time of 1:04.08
Sean Stacy - 36th with a time of 1:19.02

Boys 800M Run (42 Competitors)
Nick Shelton - 8th with a time of 2:29.46
Josh Ferrazas - 14th with a time of 2:33.04
Alex Armstrong - 36th with a time of 3:11.77

Boys 1600M Run (42 Competitors)
Adam McMahan - 5th with a time of 5:12.92
Chance Bailey - 6th with a time of 5:21.01
Alex Armstrong - 34th with a time of 6:46.52

Boys 3200M Run (22 Competitors)
Adam McMahan - 4th with a time of 11:08.37
Chance Bailey - 8th with a time of 11:27.03

Boys 4 X 800M Relay (12 teams)
Bailey, Ferrazas, McMahan, Shelton - 3rd with a time of 9:21.97

Boys Shot Put (41 Competitors)
Dustin Ward - 3rd with a throw of 35'5"
Sean Stacy - 26th with a throw of 28'10"
Kris Gooch - 28th with a throw of 28'9"

Boys Discus Throw (36 Competitors)
Dustin Ward - 3rd with a throw of 96'8"
Sean Stacy - 11th with a throw of 79'6"
Kris Gooch - 24th with a throw of 61'11"

This was a GREAT first meet for the Red Devils! These kids have a lot of potential and the parents and coaches look forward to seeing them all improve throughout the season! Coach Pugh was proud of all the kids and how well they did! Sorry no pictures to share from this meet - will make up for it at the next one!

The Elkmont Track and Field team has a busy week when they return from Spring Break! They head to Cullman on April 1st, Athens on April 4th and Cold Springs on April 5! Athens is close by....Come on out and support these athletes! Meet starts at 4 pm!

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ELKMONT THIS WEEK

March

18
   

Band Booster Meeting @ 7 pm - Elkmont Band Room

Possible Rain Out: Elkmont Golf vs West @ Southern Gales; Boys/Girls teams

Possible Rain Out: Elkmont Baseball @ Elkmont, Regional game - first pitch @  5 pm; JV game follows

Possible Rain Out:  Elkmont JV Softball vs Loretta, TN  @ Elkmont 

MUSIC TO ENJOY

Elkmont Pickin' & Grinnin' Mondays     

6:30 pm - Downtown Elkmont Depot   

Live Music and Dancing

Bring your own chair

Players and Dancers Welcome   

For info:  931-427-6296  

Speedy Spud Feet reminding all couch potatoes that training for 5K race is today.  Time: 5:30 pm  Location:  Elkmont Rural Village Office.  Don't be late or the potatoes will be rolling down the trail.

          

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Elkmont Varsity Baseball @ Westminster Christian Academy, Regional game - first pitch @  5 pm (DH)

Elkmont Middle School Baseball @ ABS (DH); first pitch - 3:30 or @ Elkmont (DH) - 4 pm.  There is confusion about location of today's game; I am certainly confused.  I checked with concession stand director and she said it is at ABS. However, just heard @ 3:30 that it is really is at Elkmont @ 4 pm.  I have got to get a revised schedule.  If any of you hear of changes throughout the season, please send me a message. 

Elkmont Middle School Softball vs Ardmore (DH)

20  Church Night

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Couch Potatoes unite - 5K training starts at 5:30 pm; Elkmont Rural Village

Elkmont Golf vs Clements/Tanner @ South Gales; VB/VG

Elkmont JV Softball @ Ardmore; 4 teams will be playing: Ardmore, Tanner, East Limestone

Elkmont Middle School Baseball @ Riverside  (DH); first pitch - 4:30 

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Elkmont Varsity Baseball vs Johnson @ Elkmont - First Pitch @ 6 pm; JV game follows

Elkmont JV and Middle School Softball Tournaments @ Elkmont 

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Elkmont JV and Middle School Softball Tournaments @ Elkmont 

Couch Potatoes Training; Downtown Rails to Trails @ 9 am

Red Caboose Country Music Show; doors open at 6 pm