2021 Visitors and Newcomers Guide

FRANKLIN COUNTY

VISITORS & NEWCOMERS GUIDE

FRANKLIN COUNTY

VISITORS

FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to Franklin County!

Whether you’re here for a oneday visit, taking a long vacation, thinking of relocating or are a brandnew resident, we’re glad to introduce you to our little corner of Alabama. Be forewarned – you’re going to fall in love with our amazing county.

This visitors guide is a comprehensive resource for discovering all things wonderful in Franklin County. Our warm and friendly communities will welcome you with open arms, and we sure hope you’ll stay awhile to discover and enjoy all the wonderful events, locations and amenities we have to offer.

ALISON JAMES Managing Editor Franklin County Times

From outdoor destinations and tourism hotspots – like the Dismals Canyon, Tiffin Motorhomes, the Bear Creek Lakes and the Historic Roxy Theatre – to festivals and community gatherings of all sorts, there is something here for everyone. Whether you want to get away from it all or dive into something fun, Franklin County is the place for you.

Use this directory to find valuable information about our communities. You will learn our values and get to know us – our commitment to education, our pride in being Alabamians, our love for our communities and so much more.

Hoping to connect with community leaders or local government officials? Curious about the local business and industry scene? Searching out a spot to fish, picnic, hike or soak up the local culture? Whatever you’re after, this guide has you covered.

Franklin County is abundant with attractions and resources that will tempt you to stay awhile – or maybe even decide to call one of our wonderful communities home.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

According to the Alabama Department of Archives and History, Franklin County was created by the Alabama Territorial legislature in February 1818. It was named in honor of Benjamin Franklin.

The county is bordered by Colbert, Lawrence, Winston and Marion counties in Alabama and by Tishomingo and Itawamba counties in Mississippi. It encompasses 643 square miles.

The county seat was originally located at Russellville, named after William Russell, an early settler and chief scout for Gen. Andrew Jackson during the Creek Indian War of 1813-14. In 1849 the county seat was transferred closer to the center of the state, in Frankfort, where it remained until 1879, when it was moved to Belgreen. A courthouse fire in 1890 probably accounted for the relocation of the county seat to Russellville in 1891.

In the 1860s a group of citizens in the northern part of the county petitioned to the state legislature to create a new county. Feb. 6, 1867, Colbert County was created by an act of Alabama Constitutional Convention, carved from the northern portion of Franklin County.

After a little more than eight months, Colbert County was abolished and returned to Franklin County. Two years later, Dec. 9, 1869, it once again was organized into Colbert County.

COMMUNITIES

HODGES

The Town of Hodges, first incorporated in 1913, boasts a community center where senior citizens meet daily for meals and activities, and the town is also home to a public park with a playground, volleyball and basketball courts, picnic pavilion and walking trail. The crown jewel of this community is Hodges Equestrian Park: First opened in 2013, the horse park attracts tourists from far and wide to enjoy its riding trails, campsites, cabins and events. Hodges’ annual community gathering is the Spirit of Hodges Festival.

PHIL CAMPBELL

In the late 1880s Phillip “Phil” Campbell agreed to establish a railroad depot in modernday Phil Campbell. The town was named in his honor – the only place in Alabama that shares the full name of an individual. The community has that small-town atmosphere so many who live there enjoy, as well as a few major county assets. Dismals Canyon, with its natural rock formations, caves, trails and rare glowworms, is one of Phil Campbell’s biggest attractions. The town is also home to a campus of NorthwestShoals Community College and a county elementary and high school. Phil Campbell boasts a splash pad and public park as favorite community spots, and the town annually hosts the Phil Campbell Hoedown festival.

RUSSELLVILLE

Russellville, the county seat, is named after Maj. William Russell, an early settler who helped in the construction of Jackson's Military Road. The city was incorporated Nov. 27, 1819, and takes pride in being “a city older than the state.” Russellville is home to about 10,000 residents, and it continues to grow. Prized assets include an industrial park, which is host to numerous manufacturers and industries producing everything from wholesale food products to manufactured housing; local schools, featuring top-notch academics; an expanding retail base, both in downtown and along Highway 43; and many community attractions, such as parks, the Historic Roxy Theatre and a city pool. Russellville is the site of the annual Jam on Sloss Lake in July and the Watermelon Festival in August, as well as other community events.

COMMUNITIES

RED BAY

Incorporated in July 1907, the City of Red Bay boasts a prosperous business community built on cornerstone industries like Tiffin Motorhomes, Sunshine Mills and Sunshine Homes, among others. Recreational opportunities abound, and the city is home to an elementary and high school. Located on the Mississippi-Alabama state line, one of the city’s most well-known and admired features are the oak trees, which were planted by the Red Bay Garden Club in the 1930s and cast a canopy over main street. Red Bay is a Tree City USA, and the community celebrates its heritage each September at the Founders Day festival.

VINA

This small-but-thriving community, incorporated in 1909, features a park with a playground, walking track and basketball and tennis courts, as well as a Little League field. Children attend the community’s Pre-K through 12th grade school, and a popular meeting place in Vina is the community center, which was completed in 2006. The center provides services to seniors, in addition to serving as a community gathering place. This southwest Franklin County town is also home to an industrial park with a spec building and 400 acres, offering plenty of room for future growth, and Hurricane Creek Lodge, a premier event venue and hunting lodge. Vina’s annual celebration is JulyFest.

OTHER COMMUNITIES

It’s not only in the five organized municipalities that life is flourishing in Franklin County. Three unincorporated communities – Spruce Pine, Tharptown and Belgreen – are home to growing populations, with their own traditions and community pride. In Spruce Pine, which lies between Russellville and Phil Campbell, neighbors enjoy a bustling community center and a thriving annual festival, Spruce Pine Day. Additionally, Mar-Jac Poultry has established a feed mill and hatchery in this small community, and Willow Oak Lodge recently opened in the area. Tharptown, just northeast of Russellville, and Belgreen, between Russellville and Red Bay, boast Pre-K through 12th grade schools that serve as hubs of community engagement.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FROM THE CHAIRMAN

On behalf of the Franklin County Commission, I would like to welcome you to our county and invite you to explore everything we have to offer.

Our county is governed by four elected commissioners, led by myself as probate judge. Often in cooperation with other community leaders, we strive to lead Franklin County into an ever-brighter future.

The Franklin County Commission oversees a number of county departments, including solid waste, highway department, Emergency Management Agency, sheriff’s department, revenue commissioner, archives, probate office, coroner’s office and animal control. Formulating, implementing and maintaining a responsible budget among all these departments is critically important to the commission, as is addressing all the needs and concerns of our citizens.

If you would like to learn more about the commission and what we do, you are welcome to attend

one of our work sessions or meetings, which are all open to the public. We hold a work session the second Monday of every month at 5 p.m. to discuss county issues and a monthly voting meeting the third Monday at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are held at the Elizabeth Lucas Courthouse Annex on North Jackson Avenue, across from the Franklin County Courthouse.

To reach a county commissioner or to learn more, call 256-332-8850.

BARRY MOORE Chairman Franklin County Commission

CHRIS WALLACE District 1

JASON MILLER District 2

BARRY MOORE Chairman

JOSEPH BALDWIN District 3 DAVID HESTER District 4

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Franklin County Courthouse

410 N. Jackson Ave. / P.O. Box 1028, Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8850

www.franklincountyal.org

In addition to the governing Franklin County Commission, citizens of Franklin are also served by the following leaders and county offices:

Animal Control

256-332-1217

Archives, Director Chris Ozbirn

256-332-8827

Board of Registrars

256-332-8848

Circuit Clerk Anita Scott

256-332-8861

Circuit Court, Judge Terry Dempsey

256-332-8893

District Attorney Joey Rushing

256-332-8870

District Court, Judge Paula McDowell

256-332-8886

Driver’s License

256-332-8888

EMA, Director Mary Hallman-Glass

256-332-8890

Extension, Director Katernia Cole-Coffey

256-332-8880

Highway/County Engineer, David Palmer

256-332-8434

Information Technology, Director Jim Hill

256-332-8803

Juvenile Probation, Kevin Strickland

256-332-8877

Probate Judge Barry Moore

256-332-8801

Revenue Commissioner Veronica Copeland-Stancil (through Sept. 30, 2021) Stratt Byars (beginning Oct. 1, 2021)

256-332-8831

Solid Waste, Manager Gene Ward

256-332-8412 (billing)

256-332-5983 (landfill)

Veterans Affairs, Marlon Holloway

256-332-8845

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

RUSSELLVILLE CITY COUNCIL

304 N. Jackson Ave.

Meeting: first and third Monday of the month

Work session at 6 p.m.

Meeting immediately following 256-332-6060

Mayor: David Grissom www.russellvilleal.org

RED BAY CITY COUNCIL

203 Fourth Ave. SE

Meeting: first and third Monday of the month

Work session at 6:30 p.m. Meeting at 7 p.m. 256-356-4473

Mayor: Charlene Fancher www.cityofredbay.org

PHIL CAMPBELL CITY COUNCIL

580 Railroad St.

Meeting: first and third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. 205-993-5313

Mayor: Mike McQuary www.philcampbellal.com

VINA TOWN COUNCIL

7111 Highway 19

Meeting: first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. 256-356-4996

Mayor: Michael Moomaw www.vinaalabama.org

HODGES TOWN COUNCIL

1942 Highway 72

Meeting: second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. 205-935-3445

Mayor: Brian Scott

Education Is Our Business

The Franklin County Cooperative Extension System, the outreach organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University, delivers research-based educational programs that enable Franklin County citizens to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. Katerni� Col�-Coffe�

County Extension Coordinator - 4-H and Youth Development

Community and Workforce Development - Family and Child Development - Human Nutrition, Diet and Health Contact us at 256-332-8880

Visit: www.aces.edu/counties/franklin for an extensive list of services o ered

BRIAN SCOTT Hodges

DAVID GRISSOM Russellville CHARLENE FANCHER Red Bay

MIKE MCQUARY Phil Campbell

MICHAEL MOOMAW Vina

We would be honored to assist you in prearranging your services or in your time of need.

PUBLIC SAFETY

Franklin County residents and visitors can feel safe and sound thanks to the protection and enforcement provided by local police and fire forces, rescue squads and other emergency personnel. Their servant hearts and commitment to jobs that are often thankless are part of what make Franklin County a great place to call home.

From traffic direction to arrests, from responding to rescue situations to participating in community events, from fires to medical calls, Franklin County law

and safety officers are always keeping a watchful eye on the communities entrusted to them. The county is served by three police departments and the sheriff’s office and county jail, as well as one paid and 13 volunteer fire departments – which are always seeking more volunteers to help serve and protect.

Keller EMS provides ambulance service in the county, and other agencies, including the Phil Campbell Rescue Squad and Franklin County Rescue Squad, stand ready to assist in emergency situations.

PUBLIC SAFETY

POLICE FORCES

Russellville Police Department

Chief Chris Hargett

400 N. Jackson Ave.

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2230

Crime Stoppers Tip Line: 256-386-8685

Red Bay Police Department Chief Janna Jackson

112 Fifth Ave. SE

Red Bay, AL 35582 256-356-4455

Phil Campbell Police Department Chief Jessica Clements

580 Railroad St. Phil Campbell, AL 35581

205-993-5314

Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Shannon Oliver

748 Walnut Gate Road

Russellville, AL 35654

256-332-8811

Crime Tip Hotline: 256-332-8820

FIRE FORCES

Belgreen – Chief Robin Grissom

Blue Springs – Chief Mary Hallman-Glass

Burnout and Halltown – Chief Todd James

East Franklin – Chief Rodney Alexander

Frankfort – Chief Brian Bragwell

Frog Pond – Chief Darryl Taylor

Gravel Hill – Chief Frank Mitchell

Hodges – Chief Lesley Cantrell

Phil Campbell – Chief Mike Rice

Pleasant Site – Chief Tony Armstrong

Red Bay – Chief Bud Strickland

Russellville – Chief Joe Mansell

Tharptown – Chief Doug Coan

Vina – Chief Jeff McAlister

TORNADO SHELTERS

FRANKLIN

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Anumber of civic and social groups are active in Franklin County. Choose one today to meet your neighbors and become part of your community.

American Legion Post 64

Book Lovers Study Club

Cedar Creek Wings

Citizens for Phil Campbell

Cotton Flat Cruisers

Franklin Civic-Social Club

FC Cattlemen’s Association

FC Arts and Humanities Council

Franklin County Shriners

Krewe de Guard

Phil Campbell Civitan Club

Phil Campbell Study Club

Red Bay Civitan Club

Red Bay Garden Club

Red Bay Lions Club

Russellville Civitan Club

Russellville Cultura Garden Club

Russellville Kiwanis Club

Russellville Lions Club

Russellville Rotary Club

Spruce Pine Historical Society

Vina Civitan Club

VFW Post 5184

EDUCATION

It’s no surprise that when people move to or even visit a new area, they want to know about the local schools. What kind of programs to do they offer? What kind of education will my child receive here?

Russellville City Schools serve children in the Russellville city limits as well as out-of-district students who meet tuition requirements. The system boasts Pre-K through high school education. School growth continues, with the system in the process of completing a major addition to the high school building. Led by Superintendent Heath Grimes and an appointed board of education, the system has been tapped for a number of awards and recognitions by continually striving for excellence.

The Franklin County Schools district features schools across the county, serving student populations in Pre-K through high school from the eastern edge all the way to the state line. The Franklin County Career Technical Center offers unparalleled hands-on education in a number of disciplines. Expansion and modernization projects are in place systemwide, with a number of schools seeing construction as enrollment and programs continue to grow. Led by Superintendent Greg Hamilton and an elected board of education, the system works tirelessly to provide superior education for county students.

Franklin County is also home to a community college, the Phil Campbell campus of Northwest-Shoals Community College. NW-SCC is a popular choice among graduating seniors from both RCS and FCS alike and serves as a launching point for many students to continuing their higher education.

From fine arts to STEM, from career tech courses to college-readiness to athletics, students will find what they need in Franklin County.

RUSSELLVILLE CITY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION

Greg Batchelor greg.batchelor@rcs.k12.al.us

Bret Gist bret.gist@rcs.k12.al.us

Jerry Groce jerry.groce@rcs.k12.al.us

Kim Clonts kim.clonts@rcs.k12.al.us

Greg Trapp greg.trapp@rcs.k12.al.us

EDUCATION

Russellville City Schools

www.rcs.k12.al.us 256-331-2000

Central Office: 1945 Waterloo Road, Russellville

Russellville High School

Mascot: Golden Tigers

Principal: Jason Goodwin

1865 Waterloo Road, Russellville 256-331-2110

Russellville Middle School

Mascot: Golden Tigers

Principal: Tony Bonds

765 Summit St., Russellville 256-331-2120

Russellville Elementary School

Mascot: Golden Tigers

Principal: Kristie Ezzell

133 Chucky Mullins Drive, Russellville 256-331-2123

West Elementary School

Mascot: Golden Tigers

Principal: Ann Scott

1340 Clay Ave., Russellville

Did you realize when you shop local, you're actually helping your local school system?

Each time you choose to buy your gas, pick up your groceries, purchase clothing or other goods, or eat at a restaurant in the city limits, 3% of the sales tax you pay goes to the city, and a portion of that goes to the Russellville City School System! What does this mean for RCS? It means shopping in the city provides more money for our students and the programs we are so proud to offer! An increase in sales tax in the city will provide an increase in funds for our fine arts programs, our athletic teams, our extracurricular groups, and our career tech courses! And increased funds lead to an increase in opportunities all around that will benefit our students and system for the future!

Where you shop matters, so make sure you #ShopRussellvilleFirst!

HEATH GRIMES Superintendent Russellville City Schools

EDUCATION

FRANKLIN COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

Ralton Baker District 1

Terry Welborn District 2

Pat Cochran District 3

Shannon Oliver District 4

Kacey Johnston District 5

Dr. Johnny Cleveland

Assistant Superintendent

Franklin County Schools

www.franklin.k12.al.us 256-332-1360 Central Office: 500 Coffee Ave., Russellville

Belgreen High School

Mascot: Bulldogs

Principal: Maegan Berryman 14220 Highway 187, Russellville 256-332-1376

East Franklin Junior High School

Mascot: Rebels

Principal: 1815 Highway 89, Phil Campbell 256-331-2140

Franklin County Career Technical Center

Principal: Jonathan King 85 Jail Springs Road, Russellville 256-332-2127

Phil Campbell Elementary School

Mascot: Bobcats

Principal: Channing Wright 148 Camp St., Phil Campbell 256-331-2170

Phil Campbell High School

Mascot: Bobcats

Principal: Darit Riddle 65 School Ave., Phil Campbell 256-331-2150

Red Bay Elementary School

Mascot: Tigers

Principal: Leigh Burks 800 Eighth St., Red Bay 256-331-2270

Red Bay High School

Mascot: Tigers

Principal: Lance Mitchell 800 Eighth St., Red Bay 256-331-2270

Tharptown Elementary School

Mascot: Wildcats

Principal: Karen Thorn 145 Highway 80, Russellville 256-332-3404

Tharptown High School

Mascot: Wildcats

Principal: Bart Moss 255 Highway 80, Russellville 256-332-6485

Vina High School

Mascot: Red Devils

Principal: Brent Gillespie 8250 County Highway 23, Vina 256-331-2260

L to R: Chris Wallace, Jason Miller, Joseph Baldwin, David Hester Seated Barr y Moore, Chairman and Probate Judge

GREG HAMILTON Superintendent Franklin County Schools

EDUCATION

Northwest-Shoals Community College has served the people of northwest Alabama for more than 55 years, with postsecondary and workforce education including certificate and degree offerings.

As a comprehensive two-year college, NW-SCC provides academic, career technical and lifelong educational opportunities. There are two campuses: the Shoals campus in Muscle Shoals and the Phil Campbell campus, located in Franklin County.

NW-SCC promotes itself as an ideal option for those interested in academic transfer, career/technical programs and health studies careers. Students who attend Northwest-Shoals to obtain basic educational requirements before transferring on to a four-year college/university save on average 55-65 percent on tuition costs. In fall 2020 there were approximately 3,361 students enrolled at the Shoals and Phil Campbell campuses.

The Phil Campbell campus was founded in 1963 as the first public junior college in the Alabama Community College System. NW-SCC might be best known for its health studies programs, and the school recently graduated

its first class from the medical sonography and diagnostic imaging programs.

The Phil Campbell campus of NW-SCC might be best known for its Associate Degree Nursing program. Another highlight of the NW-SCC Phil Campbell campus is the music department, which has been a staple for rural northwest Alabama for more than 40 years.

In addition to nursing, NW-SCC offers welding, machine shop programs and the academic transfer option, which allows students the opportunity to take basic core classes at NW-SCC before transferring to a four-year college or university.

For those looking to enjoy nature, NW-SCC officially re-opened the revitalized Cecil Clapp Nature Trail on the Phil Campbell Campus in April 2021. The trail is approximately a quarter of a mile long and features rock bluffs and native Alabama plants. A swinging bridge hangs over the branch at the bottom of the trail near the outdoor classroom.

For more information about Northwest-Shoals Community College, visit nwscc.edu.

A Friendly City on a Progressive Path

Located in the Northwest corner of Alabama bordering the Mississippi state line, Red Bay is a beautiful, busy City thriving with industry and retail businesses. Home to the largest industry in Franklin County, Tiffin Motor Homes, Red Bay is also blessed with the industries of Sunshine Mills, Sunshine Homes, Gates Rubber Company and new industry, Girard Industries.

Recreational opportunities are plentiful with hunting, fishing, kayaking, disc golf and water sports—children love the swimming pool, water slides and new splash pad at Red Bay’s Fun Park facility.

Home of the Red Bay Tigers, Red Bay High School and Red Bay Elementary School afford the best in quality education. A city avidly preserving its heritage, Red Bay is proud to showcase numerous exhibits in the Red Bay Museum where the second floor is dedicated to the first lady of country music, Tammy Wynette. Red Bay was recognized for two consecutive years by SafeHome.org as one of the Top 25 Safest Places to Live in Alabama. The citizens of Red Bay invite you to visit Red Bay where quality of life is a passion!

www.cityofredbay.org

INDUSTRY FROM THE DIRECTOR

The Franklin County Development Authority is the only organization in Franklin County that markets the county’s industrial properties and assists existing manufacturers in the county with their expansion needs.

The FCDA coordinates and hosts the annual Made in Franklin Expo, which showcases local industry for the county’s high school students. Students and educators get to see what jobs are available in Franklin County and what skills are needed to attain those jobs. The FCDA also partners with the local Chamber of Commerce to honor our industry and county leaders at the annual Franklin County Partnership Awards Banquet.

Franklin County has two AdvantageSite CertIfied industrial parks: the MG Industrial Park in Russellville and the West Franklin Regional Industrial Park in Red Bay. In addition to AdvantageSite parks, Franklin County has three shovel-ready parks in the Phil Campbell Industrial Park, Russellville Industrial Park and the Vina Industrial Park, which features a 42,750 square foot speculative building. For more information on these parks and additional industrial buildings in Franklin County, visit our website at www.franklineda.com or call 256-332-8726. Find more information about Alabama’s AdvantageSite program at www.edpa.org/about-us/advantagesite.

In addition to woking with leaders across the county, the Franklin County Development Authority cooperates with the following boards:

• Russellville Industrial Development Board

• Franklin County Industrial Development Board

• Red Bay Industrial Development Board

• Phil Campbell Industrial Development Board

To learn more about Franklin County industries and industrial opportunities, visit www.franklineda.com.

SHERYE PRICE Executive Director Franklin County Development Authority

2021 FRANKLIN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DIRECTORY

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: FRANKLIN IN FLIGHT

Located at 13365 Highway 243, the Russellville Municipal Airport and Bill Pugh Field are one of this county’s many assets. The city-owned local airport is large enough to accept commercial aircraft, boasting a 5,500-foot runway. It is most frequently used by current and prospective industries and is also sometimes a community gathering place for fly-ins and other events.

The airport offers self-service fuel, hangars, a passenger terminal and lounge, airplane rental, aerial tours and aircraft maintenance. The present facilities were completed in 2004. The airport came under new management in 2020, with Explore Aviation taking the reins. Pilot training and certification are coordinated through Go Vertical Aviation.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: HOSPITALS

Two hospitals serve those in need of medical care in Franklin County. Red Bay Hospital, located at 211 Hospital Road in Red Bay, and Russellville Hospital, located at 15155 Highway 43 in Russellville, both offer emergency rooms as well as services like radiology, rehabilitation, respiratory care, mammography and more. Red Bay Hospital’s full-service Wellcare Center features modern exercise and rehabilitative equipment and is staffed with therapists and trainers. Russellville Hospital also serves as an educational clinic for local nursing, laboratory and radiology students. Both facilities maintain an active presence in the community, supporting Relay for Life, taking part in health fairs and offering speakers for various events.

To reach Red Bay Hospital, call 256-356-9532. To reach Russellville Hospital, call 256-332-1611.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: PLACES OF WORSHIP

For those who wish to visit or join a local church in Franklin County, the options are in great supply:

BAPTIST

• Atwood Baptist Church, Vina

• Belgreen Baptist Church, between Highway 24 and County Road 524

• Bethsaida Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 48, 10 miles east of Russellville

• Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, 305 Bethlehem Road, Russellville

• Burnout Missionary Baptist Church, seven miles east of Red Bay on Highway 24

• Calvary Baptist Church, Lagrange Road, Russellville, 256-332-2804

• College Avenue First Baptist Church, 521 College Ave., Russellville, 256-332-1724

• Cowboy Church of Franklin County, 25100 Highway 24 W., Russellville

• Crestview Baptist Church, Highway 24 W., two miles from Highway 43

• Crooked Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Russellville

• Divine Baptist Church, 15099 Highway 243, Russellville

• Duncan Creek Baptist Church, 985 Duncan Creek Road, Russellville

• First Baptist Church Phil Campbell, 3350 Broad St., 205-9935873

• First Baptist Church Russellville, 213 N. Jackson Ave., 256-332-2065

• First Freewill Baptist Church, Highway 43, Russellville

• First Baptist Church, Vina

• Branches Church, 996 Villagewood Drive, Russellville,

256-331-3700

• Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 48, Russellville

• Friendship Baptist Church, 10th Street NE, Red Bay

• Frankfort Missionary Baptist Church, Frankfort Road, Russellville, 256-332-6720

• Grace Baptist Church, 601 Lawrence St., Russellville

• Hodges Convention Baptist Church, Highway 172, Hodges

• James Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Old Highway 24 W.

• Jonesboro Baptist Church, Waterloo Road, Russellville

• Liberty Baptist Church, 261 NE County Road 53, Phil Campbell

• Macedonia Baptist Church, Highway 724, Newburg

• The Mission, 1437 Highway 43, Russellville

• Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, County Road 26

• Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 48/Leighton Highway, 256-292-3554

• Mountain View Baptist Church, 2110 Highway 81, Phil Campbell, 205-993-4610

• Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Old Belgreen Highway

• New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Highway 24 W., Russellville, 256332-0201

• New Friendship Baptist Church, Highway 187, south of Belgreen, 256-627-2801

• New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist, 256-332-6247

• New Pleasant Baptist Church, County Road 52, Spruce Pine

• North Russellville Baptist Church, 1401 Waterloo Ave., Russellville, 256-332-0115

• Oakwood Baptist Church, Spruce Pine, 256-332-9485

• One Accord Baptist Church, 5550 Highway 524 W., Russellville

• Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, County Road 22, 256-332-7020

• Missionary Baptist Church, two miles east on County Road 48

• Pilot Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 5 Highway 19, Vina

• Red Bay Freewill Baptist Church, Highway 24 E., Red Bay, 256-3569220

• Rockwood Baptist Church, County Road 36, Russellville

• Siloam Baptist Church, Highway 60, Russellville, 256-331-9502

• South Side Baptist Church, Highway 43 S., Russellville, 256332-4326

• Tharptown Baptist Church, County Road 48, Russellville, 256332-0063

• Waco Baptist Church, 31141 Highway 724, Russellville

• West Highland Baptist Church, West Limestone Street, Russellville

• Cedar Creek Baptist Church, turn off of Highway 247 onto County Road 90

CATHOLIC

• Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 1700 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville, 256-332-4861

CHURCH OF CHRIST

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: PLACES OF WORSHIP

• Centerview Church of Christ, 158 Cherokee Loop, Russellville

• Eastside Church of Christ, Highway 24 E., Red Bay

• Gravel Hill Church of Christ, 1201 Nix Road, Phil Campbell, 205-9934338

• North Highlands Church of Christ, corner of Jackson Avenue/Hemlock Street, Russellville, 256-332-3315

• Polk Street Church of Christ, Polk Street west of Washington Ave., Russellville, 256-332-5533

• Spruce Pine Church of Christ, 88 Scharnagel Road, Spruce Pine, 256291-5694

• Tharptown Church of Christ, 5071 Highway 48, Russellville, 256-3281232

• Russellville Church of Christ, 15130 U.S. Highway 43, Russellville

• Washington Avenue Church of Christ, 311 S. Washington Ave., Russellville

• Eastside Church of Christ, 15820 Highway 243, Russellville

• Isbell Church of Christ, County Road 36, Russellville

CHURCH OF GOD

• Cornerstone Church of God, 901 4th Ave. SW, 205-454-3333

• Church of God of Prophecy, Highway 24 W., Russellville

• Church of God, Seventh Day, Highway 5, Phil Campbell

• Hope Central, 4327 Broad St., Phil Campbell, 256-810-3087

• New Life Tabernacle Pentecostal Church of God, 714 Sockwell Ave., Russellville

• Phil Campbell Church of God of Prophecy, Highway 5, Phil Campbell

• Russellville Church of God, Highway 43, Russellville, 256-3327176

CME

• Antioch CME Church, Tharptown, 256-332-7807

• St. Paul CME Church, 406 Hamilton St., Russellville, 256-3326177

INDEPENDENT

• Crossroads Fellowship Church and School, intersection of Old Highway 24 Highway 43

• Heritage Fellowship Church, Highway 43 S., Russellville

• Grace Covenant Church, corner of Highway 24 W. and Lawrence Street

• Harvest Fellowship, 607 10th Ave. N., Red Bay

• Kimbrough’s Chapel Church, County Road 38

• House of Victory, 714 Sockwell Ave., Russellville,

• Praise Tabernacle, Highway 43, one mile south of Highway 24 intersection

• God Cares for You Worship Center, 207 Marion St. SW, Russellville

• Mars Hill Community Church, Highway 5 S., Phil Campbell

• My Father’s House Ministries, 104 E. Lawrence St., Russellville

• Cornerstone Fellowship Church, 1 Block Church Road Highway 243, Phil Campbell

• New Beginning Worship Center, 127 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville

• Witness Outreach Ministries, 2600 George Wallace Highway, Littleville

METHODIST

• Belgreen United Methodist Church, Highway 24 and Highway 187 intersection, Belgreen

• First United Methodist Church, 311 N. Jackson, Russellville, 256332-2955

• Gray Rock First Congregational Methodist, Highway 40, Phil Campbell, 205-993-4196

• Isbell United Methodist Church, Highway 43 Bypass S., Russellville, 256-275-5620

• Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, Highway 24 E., near Newburg

• Spruce Pine United Methodist Church, Old Highway 43, south of Russellville

MORMON

• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 151 Carney Lane, Russellville

NAZARENE

• First Church of the Nazarene, Shook/Fletcher Road, County Road 46, Russellville

PENTECOSTAL

• Solid Rock Pentecostal, Cleveland and Green streets

• Greater Life Pentecostal Church, Highway 43 N., Russellville

PRESBYTERIAN

• First Presbyterian PCA, 201 N. Green St., Russellville, 256-3325730

• Mountain Home Presbyterian Church, (PCUSA), 100 Mt. Home Church Road, Belgreen

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

• Seventh Day Adventist, Highway 81, seven miles north of Phil Campbell, Trapptown

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: LIVE AND LEARN

Quests for knowledge in Franklin County might lead to the Franklin County Archives, the Franklin County Cooperative Extension, one of two public libraries or the Red Bay Museum, each offering ample resources for the community’s education and enjoyment.

FRANKLIN COUNTY ARCHIVES

The Franklin County Archives facility offers a wealth of information on the area’s history – the people, places and events that have shaped the local communities. From genealogies to photos to newspaper back issues and more, visitors can access an abundance of records detailing the county’s history and legacy.

Franklin County Archives

300 E. Limestone St., Russellville 256-332-8827

Director: Chris Ozbirn

FRANKLIN COUNTY EXTENSION

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the primary outreach and engagement organization for the land-grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University in cooperation with Tuskegee University. The local office provides educational programs in agriculture, forestry, wildlife, natural resources, family and consumer sciences, economic development, community development, 4-H and youth development and urban affairs.

Franklin County Cooperative Extension

410 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville 256-332-8880

Director: Katernia Cole-Coffey

PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Russellville Public Library and Weatherford Public Library offer thousands of books as well as public computers, Wi-Fi and audio and video media. Located in the heart of their respective downtowns, each library also offers a vibrant summer reading program for Franklin County children and visitors to the area.

Russellville Public Library

110 Lawrence St. E., Russellville 256-332-1535

Director: Ashley Cummins

RED BAY MUSEUM

Weatherford Public Library

307 Fourth Avenue S., Red Bay 256-356-9255

Director: Linda Ezzell

Established in 2004 through the dedicated efforts of the Red Bay Civitan Club, the Red Bay Museum welcomes visitors to explore relics of Red Bay’s and Franklin County’s past. Displays including a re-creation of the Red Bay Hotel lobby; the original soda fountain from an early drugstore; items from The Bay Theater, including the original ticket window and player piano; and Tammy Wynette mementos.

Red Bay Museum

110 Fourth St. S.E., Red Bay 256-356-8758

Director: Scotty Kennedy

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: HONORING OUR VETERANS

Franklin County has a rich tradition of honoring its active military and esteemed veterans. Besides annual recognitions –like the Russellville Veterans Day parade, the Every Light a Prayer for Peace ceremonies and the annual placement of banners and flags in downtown Russellville – the county has three parks where monuments serve as enduring reminders of the price so many have paid.

RUSSELLVILLE VETERANS PARK

Adjacent to the Franklin County Archives, Russellville Veterans Park is dedicated to the local men and women who put their lives on hold when their country needed them. A brick pathway winds among the monuments and features the names of many local heroes. The welcome monument, shaped like an open book, also serves as a time capsule. Also in Russellville, at the county courthouse, is a monument that lists the names of many Franklin County natives who gave their lives for their country.

PHIL CAMPBELL MEMORIAL PARK

The Phil Campbell Memorial Park includes a stone erected in honor of veterans of World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.

BAY TREE PARK

Visitors to Bay Tree Park in downtown Red Bay will notice a towering stone testament to the heroes of World War I, World War II and the Vietnam, Korea and Persian Gulf wars, in addition to several other monuments surrounding.

RECREATION

There’s always something to do in Franklin County. Whether it’s a trip to the library, sunny afternoons at the lake, visits to great local parks or a community festival, there are plenty of exciting outings to keep life interesting.

KING DRIVE-IN

The King Drive-In is a family-oriented drive-in movie theater located just north of Russellville on Highway 43 N. The theater screens movies each weekend during the season, and a full concession stand is available. Admission fee is required. www.facebook.com/KingDriveInMovies

HERITAGE PARK

This small downtown park in Red Bay provides a restful spot to relax and enjoy the city center. Community concerts are staged a few times a year.

RED BAY FOUNDERS FEST

This one-day tribute to Red Bay’s heritage draws visitors to the city each September for a day of free family fun in Bay Tree Park. The annual Red Bay Founder's Fest has grown from a modest community picnic to a full-scale festival featuring contests, vendors, live music and more.

www.cityofredbay.org/ events/founders-fest

CEDAR HILL TRAP RANGE

Recreational and competitive youth trapshooters will find themselves at home at Cedar Hill. The family-owned and operated range boasts ATA- and AIM-certified coaches in a safe and fun atmosphere. It is the home base for the Smokin’ Guns competitive team and also the site for 4-H shoots. www.cedarhilltraprange.com

CECIL CLAPP NATURE TRAIL

Located behind the campus of NorthwestShoals Community College in Phil Campbell, the Cecil Clapp Nature Trail was reopened in 2021 after being damaged in the 2011 tornado. The trail and outdoor classroom serve local schools as well as the community. Visitors should check in at the administration building. www. nwscc.edu

RED BAY MUSEUM

The Red Bay Museum welcomes visitors to explore relics of Red Bay’s and Franklin County’s past. Displays including a re-creation of the Red Bay Hotel lobby; the original soda fountain from an early drugstore; Tammy Wynette mementos; and more. Admission fee is required. www.redbaymuseum. org

A.W. TODD CENTRE

Among the numerous locations to visit across Franklin County, visitors looking for a spot to host a gathering might be interested in the A.W. Todd Center in downtown Russellville. This is a popular space for community functions as well as private events. It is often the site for events hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and the Extension System, and it also serves Russellville senior population.

www.franklincountychamber.org/live-work/a-w-todd-centre

FOUNDERS FEST BAY TREE PARK

MUSIC IN THE PARK

RECREATION

PHIL CAMPBELL MEMORIAL PARK

The Phil Campbell Memorial Park was built in memory of, and dedicated to, those who lost their lives in the April 27, 2011, EF-5 tornado that tore through the Town of Phil Campbell. The park also memorializes the military men and women of the area who have died protecting the rights and freedoms this country holds dear. The park offers a playground for children and serves as a community gathering place. Downtown Phil Campbell

PHIL CAMPBELL SPLASH PAD

The Splash Pad located in Phil Campbell is a way for children to beat the Alabama heat. Water splashes and sprays from all directions to keep kids cool. The Splash Pad and adjoining playground have open hours and can be rented for birthdays or other occasions. philcampbellal.com/ rec_new.html | 205993-5313

HUNTING/EVENT LODGES

Two popular properties offer an option for a unique hunting experience, as well as offering beautiful locations for weddings, family gatherings or other events. Hurricane Creek Lodge is located near Russellville; Willow Oak is situated between Russellville and Phil Campbell, near Spruce Pine. Both offer deer, turkey and quail hunting with a variety of packages available.

www.hurricanecreeklodge.com

www.visitwillowoak.com

PHIL CAMPBELL HOEDOWN

Each summer in June, the twoday Hoedown offers everything a good local festival should: live entertainment, fun contests, a car show and arts and crafts vendors – not to mention, of course, plenty of food options – in downtown Phil Campbell.

www.

philcampbellal. com/hoedown/ index.html

PARKS AND RECREATION

Russellville, Red Bay and Phil Campbell each offer vibrant Parks and Recreation programs for children in Franklin County. Dixie Youth sports are popular each year, and young people can also get involved in everything from T-Ball, volleyball and soccer to softball, football and basketball, as well as swimming lessons and special one-time events.

PARKS AND REC

PHIL CAMPBELL HOEDOWN

BEAR CREEK LAKES

Boasting some of the cleanest recreational waters in Alabama, the four lakes that make up the Bear Creek system –Cedar Creek, Little Bear, Upper Bear and Bear Creek –are full of bass fish and surrounded by beautiful woodlands and popular campgrounds. Spanning miles across Franklin County, the Bear Creek Lakes are a goto spot for camping or water activities. www.bearcreeklakes. com | 256-332-4392

RUSSELLVILLE SPLASH PAD

(Coming soon)

The Russellville Splash Pad will offer a place to cool off and enjoy some wet fun. It is slated to open between Sloss Lake Park and the John Blackwell Sports Complex on Highway 24.

SPRUCE PINE DAY

Spruce Pine Day began in 1999 and continues to be a much-loved tradition each October. Festivalgoers enjoy good food and fellowship while celebrating Spruce Pine history. www.franklincounty chamber.org/ festivals- 2/localfestivals

RECREATION

DISMALS CANYON

Visitors to Dismals Canyon, a National Natural Landmark located south of Phil Campbell, can hike along the trails, enjoy pristine waterfalls and explore the caves. Dismalite Night Tours allow visitors to see the rare glowworms in their natural habitat. Entry fee is required. The canyon also offers cabins with amenities and campgrounds for visitors planning an overnight stay. www.dismalscanyon. com | 205-993-4559

RUSSELLVILLE PUBLIC POOL

The Russellville swimming pool is located on Rube Courington Drive on the Russellville City Schools campus. It’s a popular place throughout the summer months, offering open-tothe-public hours as well as special times set aside for swimming lessons by qualified lifeguards. 256-332-8790

BAY TREE COUNCIL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Red Bay’s Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts puts on a three-show season annually, with shows in November, February and April, featuring highly-acclaimed performances at the Weatherford Centre in Red Bay. Local talent takes the stage to present side-splitting comedies and heart-warming tales. www.baytreecouncil.com

EASTER EGG HUNTS

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATERMELON FESTIVAL

The Franklin County Watermelon Festival combines some of the most-loved activities into twoday event, including a car show, a 5K, top-notch musical entertainment and a full slate of watermelon competitions, among other attractions that change from year to year. The festival, which began in 1981, is held the third weekend in August in downtown Russellville and is coordinated by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.

www.franklincounty chamber.org/ festivals-2/ watermelon-festival

FARMERS MARKETS

Russellville and Red Bay each boast bustling farmers markets during the summer months to provide people with fresh produce. Each market shares updates via Facebook. Russellville’s is located adjacent to the A.W. Todd Center in downtown Russellville, and Red Bay’s is outside the Red Bay Fun Park. www.fma.alabama. gov/FMCounty.aspx

RECREATION

RED BAY FUN PARK

The Red Bay Fun Park is a full-scale water park, offering winding water slides and pools for people of all ages, as well as a splash pad for young children. The water park is open to the public and available for private parties. In addition to the water park, this family destination features a playground, walking trail and more amenities to come.

www.cityofredbay. org/parks-and-rec/ red-bay-fun-park | 256-436-8852

NORTH ALABAMA HALLELUJAH TRAIL

Two church in Franklin County feature on the North Alabama Hallelujah Trail, which includes 32 churches that are at least 100 years old, stand on their original sites, still hold services and are accessible to the public. Franklin County churches are First United Methodist of Red Bay and Mount Pleasant Methodist in Russellville.

www.northalabama. org/trails/hallelujah

RED BAY SPLASH PAD

CECIL CLAPP NATURE TRAIL

RECREATION

HISTORIC ROXY THEATRE

The historic Roxy Theatre has been a beloved fixture of downtown Russellville since 1949. Today it is a venue for concerts, recitals and variety shows throughout the year, including during the W.C. Handy Fest in July, the Watermelon Festival in August, “The Roxy’s Christmas Spectacular” each December and monthly Rockin’ at the Roxy with the KGB concerts.

www.historicroxy theatre.org

PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Russellville Public Library and Weatherford Public Library offer thousands of books as well as public computers, Wi-Fi and audio and video media. Located in the heart of their respective downtowns, each library also offers a vibrant summer reading program for Franklin County children and visitors to the area. www.russellville publiclibrary.com www.cityofredbay. org/community/ visit-theweatherford-library

WEATHER-FORD CENTRE

Among the numerous locations to visit across Franklin County, visitors looking for a spot to host a gathering might be interested in Community Spirit Bank’s Weatherford Centre in Red Bay. In addition to serving as home base for the Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts, it is also available to reserve for private events.

www.cityofredbay.org/community/weatherford-centre

SPIRIT OF HODGES FESTIVAL

During the Spirit of Hodges Festival each October, this small Franklin County town comes to life, bringing in people from all over to commemorate the community’s history. Started in 2007, the Spirit of Hodges Festival provides a variety of attractions each year, like bouncy houses, vendors, treats, fall fun and, of course, live musical entertainment. www.

franklincounty chamber.org/ festivals-2/localfestivals

JAM ON SLOSS LAKE

Held at Sloss Lake in Russellville since 2009, July 4’s Jam on Sloss Lake features a morning car show followed by an afternoon of musical entertainment, which precedes the city’s aweinspiring fireworks show to cap off the evening. www.

franklincounty chamber.org/ festivals-2/localfestivals

PUMPKIN PALOOZA

CITY LAKE PARK

City Lake Park in Russellville has a playground for children, a lake stocked for fishing and a paved path for walkers, joggers and bikers. Equipped with a pavilion, the park is available to rent out for parties and other occasions.

City Lake Drive, Russellville

CHRISTMAS PARADES

Franklin County enjoys several Christmas parades each December to celebrate the holiday season – one each in Phil Campbell, Vina, Red Bay and Russellville.

MOUNTAIN VALLEY HEE HAW

There is live music at Mountain Valley Hee Haw in Phil Campbell every Saturday night beginning at 7 p.m., featuring The House Band. 256-810-4840

OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS

RECREATION

SLOSS LAKE PARK

Sloss Lake, a manmade lake created in the early 1900s, is located in Russellville adjacent to the John Blackwell Sports Complex and Highway 24. The lake is host to a number of events throughout the year and is a great place to have a picnic or go fishing. Intersection of Highway 24 and Lawrence Street, Russellville

VINA JULY FEST

July Fest has brought people together the last Saturday of July for more than 25 years. A full slate of entertainment is accompanied by a Draw Down raffle, which awards the ultimate cash prize of $17,000, and the day ends with a massive fireworks show.

www. franklincounty chamber.org/ festivals-2/localfestivals

Other popular community events including holiday gatherings, like Easter egg hunts, Pumpkin Palooza and Holly Day; parades, like the high schools’ homecoming parades and Russellville Veterans Day Parade and Program; religious observances, like Every Light a Prayer for Peace and the National Day of Prayer; awards events, such as the Farm-City Awards Banquet and the Franklin County Partnership Banquet; and more! There is truly always something fun in the works in Franklin County.

CHRISTMAS PARADES

SLOSS LAKE

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Welcome to Franklin County, the Watermelon Capital of Alabama! We hope you will enjoy your time in our county and have the chance to take part in our many once-in-alifetime opportunities!

Franklin County has a rich history dating back to its establishment Feb. 6, 1818, by the Alabama Territorial Legislature. Franklin County is part of the historical Jackson’s Military Road, named after Andrew Jackson’s journey from Nashville, Tennessee, to New Orleans, Louisiana.

Our county has a notable legacy of business and industry, with thirdgeneration family-owned businesses plus industries that are exceling in products and services in North America and across the globe. We are flourishing in nature, with an abundance of opportunities for camping, hiking and water recreation. We are the home of Dismals Canyon, which features bioluminescent insects native to North America – a rare phenomenon that occurs in Alabama, New Zealand and Australia. Our county also has a plethora of year-round family friendly activities, from cool waterparks on a hot summer day to a cozy cabin for those perfect

winter nights.

We are also home to a classic drivein movie theater that has been in operation since 1949, and our cities have plenty of year-long live performances and theatrical productions to choose from, featuring local members of our communities.

Franklin County is thriving with diverse individuals who are eager to serve their community through business, industry, education, civic groups and organizations. Our people have immersive stories to share with each other and others across the nation.

Franklin County is the site of exceptional educational opportunities, with two public school systems and higher learning at Northwest-Shoals Community College. Students in Franklin County not only excel in academics and athletics locally but have also been awarded with county, state and international championships! Franklin County prides itself in generosity through awarding scholarships to graduating seniors, as well as committing time, talents and money to other worthy causes.

We are also bountiful in festivals and

celebrations – seven total county-wide, the largest being the Franklin County Watermelon Festival.

We are so excited you chose to visit Franklin County! The Franklin County Chamber of Commerce strives to promote Franklin County by building, connecting and discovering the richness of business, attractions and unique individuals our area offers.

2021 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kelly Barnett

Michael Cummings

Hillary Hall

Laura Horton

Lynn Landers

Michelle Marbutt

Ann McDermitt

Sarah McKinney

Laura Beth Roberts

Mark Tucker

Whitney Swinney

Matt Uptain

Nery Vasquez Jr.

CASSIE MEDLEY Executive Director Franklin County Chamber of Commerce

Brett Bendall President

Chase Sparks Vice President

Emily Mays Secretary

Anna Duncan Treasurer

Aaron Harbin Past President

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ACCOUN TANTS

Foster & Foster CPA

269 Underwood Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-6800

Joe M. Tucker, CPA

509 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2004

Strickland & Barksdale, CPAs

525 Saint Clair St. SE

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2275

AIR CONDITI ONING

MPE Services

15891 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-455-3367

APART MENTS

Village Square Apartments

100 Village Square Russellville, AL 35654

256-332-4620

ATTO RNEYS

Hester & James

13830 Highway 43 S. Suite B Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-7440

McDowell, Beason & Hamilton

507 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1660

Roger Bedford Attorney at Law

303 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-6966

ATTRAC TIONS

Bear Creek Development Authority

1111 County Road 88

Hodges, AL 35571

256-332-4392

AUTO DETA ILING

Bumber2Bumber

Mobile Detailing

1306 Adams St.

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

256-627-9223

AUTOMOBILE

RE PAIRS

Eddie’s Collision Repairs

21441 Highway 24

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-9090

BANKS/CREDIT U NIONS

Alabama Central Credit Union

13499 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-3000

Bank Independent

401 N. Jackson Ave.

13566 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-386-5000

CB&S Bank and CB&S Financial Services

15290 Highway 43 N.

14015 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5600

Community Spirit Bank

– Red Bay

200 Fourth Ave. S. Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4445

Community Spirit Bank

– Russellville

14009 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5315

First Metro Bank

15315 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-0600

Listerhill Credit Union 13400 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-383-9204

Valley Credit Union

200 E. Sixth St.

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

256-381-4800

Valley State Bank

– Russellville 308 Jackson Ave. N. 51165 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-4700

256-332-3600

Valley State Bank

– Red Bay

527 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-9990

BEVE RAGES

Happy Days Beverages and Tobacco

304 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1662

BILLING SER VICES

Ambulance Billing Services

1509 Pike Ave.

Phil Campbell, AL 35581

205-549-7012

CAMPGR OUNDS

Bear Creek Development Authority

1111 County Road 88

Hodges, AL 35571

256-332-4392

Red Bay Acres

996 Ninth St. W. Red Bay, AL 35582

256-333-4327

CAR WASH

Fast Way Carwash

1102 Golden Road

Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-2060

CAT ERING

Grissom’s Frosty Inn 12805 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2052

CHIROPRA CTORS

Morgan Chiropractic

811 Village Wood Drive

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4949

CHU RCHES

First United Methodist 311 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2955

Good Shepherd Catholic 1700 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4861

Russellville First Baptist 213 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2065

CITY/TOWN OF FICES

Hodges 1942 Highway 172 Hodges, AL 35571

205-935-3445

Phil Campbell

580 Railroad St. Phil Campbell, AL 35581

205-993-5313

Red Bay 203 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4437

Russellville 304 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-6060

Vina 7111 Highway 19

Vina, AL 35593

256-356-4996

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

SERVPRO of Russellville, Hamilton and Fayette

1600 Military St. N. Hamilton, AL 35570

205-921-1449

CLUBS/ ORGANIZA TIONS

Alabama Education Association, District 4

Tracy Moore

P.O. Box 755

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

256-702-5858

American Legion Post 64

American Red Cross of Northwest Alabama

220 W. Tennessee St. Florence, AL 35630

256-760-2098

1015 Airport Road SW Suite 202 Huntsville, AL 35802

256-536-0084

Better Business Bureau of North Alabama

210 Exchange Place Huntsville, AL 35806

256-533-1640

Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Shoals

505 N Columbia Ave. Sheffield, AL 35660

256-248-1931

Book Lovers Study Club

Cedar Creek Wings Michael and Alison Horton (chapter directors)

256-412-0046

Civitan Club of Red Bay

110 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

Civitan Club of Russellville

Cotton Flat Cruisers

Franklin County Archives

300 East Limestone St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8827

Franklin County Cattlemen’s Association

283 Highway 34 Phil Campbell, AL 35581 256-577-2027

Shoals Youth Advocate Programs

507 E. Eighth St. Sheffield, AL 35660 256-620-2866

CONVENIENCE STORE

Yogi’s Food Co. 501 Waterloo Road Russellville, AL 35653 256-398-8788

CO PIERS

J. T. Ray Company

4127 Helton Drive Florence, AL 35630

256-767-7210

DEALER SHIPS

Greenway Hyundai of Tuscumbia

122 Highway 43 S. Tuscumbia, AL 35674

256-766-6117

DEN TISTS

Dr. Brett Bowen Bowen Family Dentistry 243 Underwood Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4000

Dr. Alan Sherrill

15991 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-9733

ECONOMIC DEVELO PMENT

FC Development Authority

16109 Highway 43 Suite C

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8726

EDUC ATION

Franklin County Schools

500 Coffee Ave. NE

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1360

Hamilton Career Center

1481 Military St. S.

Hamilton, AL 35570

205-921-5672

Northwest-Shoals Community College

2080 College Road

Phil Campbell, AL 35581

256-331-6200

Russellville City Schools

1945 Waterloo Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-2000

Tiny Tigers Pre-K

1100 Fourth St. NE

Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-8736

ELE CTRIC

Cypress Electric

903 Betty Rose Lane

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

256-810-6680

Franklin Electric

531 Gandy St.

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2730

Lewis Electric

306 W Coffee St.

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1912

MPE Services

15891 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-455-3367

EMPLOYMENT/ STAFFING A GENCY

Express Employment Professionals

607 Church St. NE

Decatur, AL 35601

256-822-1000

ENERGY CONSERV ATION

Petro Chemical Energy 107 Madison St. NE

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-2473

Sustainable Safety Solutions 4873 Waterloo Road

Russellville, AL 35653 256-577-4498

EVENT/PARTY

4 M Events 256-810-4605

Fantastic Bubble Party Steve Richerson P.O. Box 1 Spruce Pine, AL 35585 860-630-0404

FARM EQUIPMENT/ SUP PLIES

Darrell Harp Enterprises 819 Fourth St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4424

FINANCIAL LE NDING

1st Franklin Financial 510 Jackson Ave. N. 13830 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5161

256-332-7800

FLO RISTS

Russellville Florist and Gifts 100 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-7771

FUNERAL HOMES

Pinkard Funeral Homes 27305 Highway 24 E. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-7772

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Spry Memorial Chapel

906 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1122

FURN ITURE

Farmers Home Furniture 525 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-0958

Miller’s Affordable Furniture 12845 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-627-2714

TD’s Fine Furniture Outlet 471 Old Warrior Road Sumiton, AL 35148

205-648-3858

GOV. AGE NCIES

Franklin County DHR

737 Highway 48

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-5900

Franklin County Commission 405 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8851

Franklin County Cooperative Extension 410 Jackson Ave. Courthouse Basement Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8880

GR OCERY

Big Star – Red Bay 406 Fourth St. SW Red Bay, AL 35582 256-356-2521

Big Star – Russellville 314 S. Jackson Ave. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-3535

Piggly Wiggly – Red Bay 518 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582 256-356-4406

HAR DWARE

Green’s Dependable Hardware

15220 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-0123

HEALT HCARE

Kindred Healthcare (formerly Gentiva) 12200 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35654

256-332-3375

LifeSouth 307 Veterans Drive

Florence, AL 35630

256-765-7038

VIVA Health 1751 Veterans Drive Suite 290

Florence, AL 35630

256-787-8482

HE ALTH/ WEL LNESS

American Health & Fitness 15567 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4771

Holistic Harmony

Russellville, AL 35653

256-668-2830

Russellville Nutrition 14130 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-668-7632

HOSP ITALS

Red Bay Hospital 211 Hospital Road Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-9532

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

HOTEL/MOTEL

Best Western 13770 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

855-214-4563

Greenwoods Inn 13600 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8920

Hotel Red Bay 107 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582 256-356-9912

HOUSING AUTH ORITY

Russellville Housing Authority 73 Flippen St. Russellville, AL 35653

HUNTING/FI SHING

Willow Oak Lodge 311 Hollow Drive Spruce Pine, AL 35585 256-810-5946

ICE C REAM

Rollies

116 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-425-3433

INSU RANCE

AL Auto Insurance

13688 Highway 43 S. Russellville, AL 35653 256-398-8880

Alfa – Laura Horton 966 Ronnie McDowell Ave. Russellville, AL 35654

256-332-0840 (Office) 256-702-1459 (Cell)

CB&S Financial Services 15290 Highway 43 N. 14015 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-5600

Colonial Life

Country Financial Tony James 15480 Highway 43, Suite D Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-6161

Michelle Watkins 100 Harbor Place, Unit 406 Dadeville, AL 36830 205-567-8272

Sinclair-Lawrence & Associates

117 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-2061

State Farm Rhett Bradford 201 Washington Ave. NW Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-0540

State Farm Diana Lockmiller 15480 Highway 43, Suite 6 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-0121

Wood-Thompson Insurance 130 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-1381

INVEST MENTS

Legacy Planning Ken Askew 2707 Artie St. SW Huntsville, AL 35805 256-536-7320

LAWN CARE

Askew Outdoor Services Jackson Avenue

Russellville, AL 35653 256-460-0880

L ODGES

Bear Creek Development Authority 1111 County Road 88

Hodges, AL 35571

256-332-4392

Dismals Canyon

901 Highway 8

Phil Campbell, AL 35581

205-993-4559

Willow Oak Lodge

311 Hollow Drive

Spruce Pine, AL 35585

256-810-5946

MANUFACT URERS

Clark Pulley Industries 120 Clark Drive, Russellville, AL 35654

256-332-4981

Franklin Structures (Franklin Homes)

10655 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4510

G&G Steel

15825 Highway 243

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-6652

Leisure Creations 67 Ash Ave.

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4567

Montgomery Distributing Industries

188 Commerce Way

Spruce Pine, AL 35585

256-277-0045

Pilgrim’s Corporation 2045 County Road 244

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8900

Profound Outdoors

374 Hollow Drive

Spruce Pine, AL 35585

256-810-5946

Southern Homes

1037 Highway 44

Russellville, AL 35653

256-277-7200

Sunshine Homes 100 Sunshine Ave.

Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4427

Sunshine Mills

500 Sixth St. SW Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-9541

Tiffin Motor Homes 105 Second St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-8661

Vulcan Materials 14460 Highway 243 Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-0832

MEDIA

Beech Tree Media P.O. Box 1554

Florence, AL 35631

256-460-0080

Franklin County Times 501 N. Jackson Ave. Suite 7

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1881

Pilati Investments Franklin Free Press

WGOL 920 AM

100.7 FM 113 Washington Ave. NW Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-0255

ME

DICAL Bay Health & Wellness 399 5th St. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

256-376-2036

Encore Rehabilitation 15041 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-0070

Mission Medical 14001 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-398-7212

Tennessee Valley Pediatrics

605 Gandy St. NE

Russellville, AL 35653

256-381-6963

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MONU MENTS

Atkins Marble

403 East Lawrence St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2332

NURSING HOME

Burns Nursing and Rehab

701 Monroe St. NW

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-4110

Terrace Manor

390 Underwood Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-3826

OPTOMET RISTS

Campbell Vision Center

14378 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1355

Eyecare Professionals

15255 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5440

PHA RMACY

Family Pharmacy of Russellville

455 Underwood Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5545

Hometown Pharmacy

609 Gandy St. NE

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-7400

Family Pharmacy of Littleville

1369 George Wallace Highway

Littleville, AL 35654

256-332-4021

Red Bay Pharmacy

925 Fourth St. NW

Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4044

Redmont Pharmacy

1102 Fourth St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-9000

PHOTOGRA PHERS

Scotty Kennedy Photography 400 Fourth St. SW

Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-8758

PHYSICAL TH ERAPY

Encore Rehabilitation

15041 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-0070

PHYSI CIANS

Dr. Harry Kuberg

15225 Highway 43 Suite F

Russellville, AL 35653 256-331-9408

PLU MBING

Hoyt Lane & Son Plumbing 3001 Highway 77 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-0198

MPE Services 15891 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-455-3367

PRI NTER S

Hester Printing 308 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5249

REAL E STATE

American Realty Company 817 Lawrence St. E. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2222

Davis Realty & Associates 115 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-9920

Sewell Realty 15830 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-4001

REHABILITATION SER VICES

Kindred Healthcare

12200 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35654

256-332-3375

RESTAU RANTS

43 Grill 15110 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-4343

306 Barbecue 13670 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-384-2593

Bojangles 13810 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8787

Frosty Inn 12805 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2052

Hilltop Diner 808 Ronnie McDowell Ave. Russellville, AL 35654

256-398-8221

Huddle House 15485 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-277-5100

McDonald’s 15254 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-6564

Papa John’s 14520 Highway 43

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Suite 1

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-5000

Red Bay Yacht Club

996 Ninth St. W. Red Bay, AL 35582

256-333-4327

Rollies

116 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-425-3433

The Grind

13760 Highway 43 Suite 1

Russellville, AL 35653

256-398-8931

R ETAIL

Andersyn Jack

944 Ronnie McDowell Ave. Russellville, AL 35654

256-398-8928

Baytree Gift Company

615 Fourth St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582

256-740-9940

Beautiful P Boutique

13150 Highway 43 Suite 8 Russellville, AL 35653

256-398-8935

Chosen Vessel Keepsake Pottery www.facebook.com

/chosen.vessels.902

Cottontails Children’s Boutique

111 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-398-8021

Electrolux

15480 Highway 43, Suite D Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1136

Kyle & Company Menswear 24242 Highway 24 Russellville, AL 35653

256-668-7934 shopkyleandco.com

Maggie J’s Boutique

13720 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-291-7090

RV PARKS

Red Bay Acres

996 Ninth St. W. Red Bay, AL 35582

256-333-4327

SALON

Hair Studio 722

110 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-398-8650

SANITATION

SER VICES

Tidy Can Shoals

1306 Adams St.

Tuscumbia, AL 35674

256-320-8042

SCREENING

PRI NTERS

Graph X Apparel

4640 Chisholm Road

Florence, AL 35630

256-764-7330

Images 2 Inc.

3780 River Road

Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

256-446-5395

SER VICES

As Close As Family of Northwest Alabama

944A Ronnie McDowell Ave. Russellville, AL 35654

256-815-5215

MaxxSouth Broadband

530 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

662-720-4465

Petro Chemical Energy 107 Madison St. NE Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-2473

Russellville Public Library

110 E. Lawrence St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1535

SI GNAGE

Gault Signs

208 Plum St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-7446

Hester Printing

308 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5249

SPEC IALTY

Thompson Drapery

120 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-3892

SPEECH & LANGUAGE THE RAPY

Speech Spot of the Shoals

256-576-1712

TO BACCO

Happy Days Beverages

and Tobacco

304 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1662

UTIL ITIES

Franklin Electric Cooperative 531 Gandy St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2730

Russellville Water and Sewer Department 721 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-3850

Water Works and Gas Board of the City of Red Bay

302 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-8622

V ENUES

Willow Oak Lodge 311 Hollow Drive Spruce Pine, AL 35585

256-810-5946

VETERINA RIANS

Franklin Animal Hospital 25025 Highway 24 Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-7575

Smith Animal Clinic 4595 Highway 24 Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-2800

WE LDING

Garrett Welding Services 910 Walnut Gate Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2272

Hourly Positions: Assembly workers, Power Machine Operators, Masonry and Refractory work

Salary Positions: Production Supervisors,

Maintenance Manager

Competitive wages pay is based on experience.

NOW HIRING

We are hiring for several positions.

Innovative Hearth Products is a growing manufacturing company that manufactures fireplaces, stoves, fireplace inserts, and gas log sets as well as replacement components for appliances branded Superior Astria, & IronStrike. IHP employees about 400 to 500 employees in different departments like Fabrication, Assembly, Paint, Masonry, Shipping, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Maintenance and much more. We are a company that values ‘Integrity, Accountability, Open, Positive Communications, Trust, Loyalty, Creating a Positive Environment & Community Engagement! IHP is seeking to hire employees that hold the same values. We are known for the great care that we take with customers and employees alike.

Red Bay Rehab is a Skilled Unit located within Red Bay Hospital that provides support and care for an extended period of time to patients meeting certain criteria.

• Inpatient Therapy Services

• Orthopedic Care

• Wound Care

• TPN

• IV Therapy including extended IV antibiotic administration

• Stroke Patient Services

Admissions 7 days/week

On-site Pharmacy Services

In-House Physician 24 hours daily

All private rooms at no additional cost

211 Hospital Road Red Bay, AL 35582 (256) 356-9532

www.helenkeller.com/red-bay-hospital www.helenkeller.com/red-bay-hospital

Innovative Hearth Products

A manufacturing company that builds fireplaces and inserts.