2022 Visitors and Newcomers Guide

FRANKLIN COUNTY

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County Extension Coordinator: Katernia Cole-Coffey

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Regional Extension Agent: Austin Blankenship

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FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to Franklin County!

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

Whether you’re here for a one-day visit or a long vacation, whether you are considering relocating or are a brand-new resident already, we are glad to introduce you to our little corner of Alabama. Be forewarned –you’re going to fall in love.

ALISON JAMES Managing Editor Franklin County Times

From 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.

Hoping to connect with community leaders or local government officials? Curious about the county’s 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. You can use it to learn all about our communities. You will discover 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.

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 and is known for the Bear Creek Lakes as well as other points of interest.

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 was first incorporated in 1913. The close-knit community is home to a public park with a playground, volleyball and basketball courts, picnic pavilion and walking trail, and also boasts a community center where senior citizens meet daily for meals and activities, adjacent to town hall. The Hodges Equestrian Park attracts tourists 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. Among its features, Phil Campbell boasts Dismals Canyon, a National Natural Landmark, full of rock formations, caves, trails and rare glowworms. The town is also home to a campus of Northwest-Shoals Community College and a county elementary and high school. Phil Campbell has 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 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. The city also boasts local schools, an expanding retail base and many community attractions, such as parks and recreational facilities, a splash pad, 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

Located on the Alabama-Mississippi state line, the City of Red Bay offers something for everyone, from a thriving industrial and business atmosphere to burgeoning community assets. Recreational opportunities abound, including a water park and downtown rec center, and the city is home to an elementary and high school. One of Red Bay’s most well-known and admired features are the oak trees planted by the Red Bay Garden Club in the 1930s that cast a canopy over main street. The community celebrates its heritage each September at the Founders Day festival.

VINA

The Town of Vina boasts 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 is the community center, which provides services to seniors in addition to serving as a community gathering place. The 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

Three unincorporated communities – Spruce Pine, Tharptown and Belgreen – are home to growing populations in the county, 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. Mar-Jac Poultry has established a feed mill and hatchery in this small community, and Willow Oak Lodge is a not-so-hidden jewel of the county. 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

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 Brian Hamilton

256-332-8893

County Administrator

Leah Mansell

256-332-8853

District Attorney Joey Rushing

256-332-8870

District Court Judge Paula McDowell

256-332-8886

Driver’s License

256-332-8888

Emergency Management Agency Director Mary Hallman-Glass

256-332-8890

Extension System

Director Katernia Cole-Coffey

256-332-8880

Highway Department/ County Engineer

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 Stratt Byars

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

HODGES TOWN COUNCIL

1942 Highway 72

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

Mayor: Brian Scott hodgesal.com

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

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

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

VINA TOWN COUNCIL

7111 Highway 19

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

Mayor: Michael Moomaw www.vinaalabama.org

Mayor MICHAEL MOOMAW Vina

Mayor BRIAN SCOTT Hodges

Mayor MIKE MCQUARY Phil Campbell

Mayor CHARLENE FANCHER Red Bay

Mayor DAVID GRISSOM Russellville

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

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

For emergency fire or police assistance, dial 911.

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, stand stand ready to assist in emergency situations.

TORNADO SHELTERS

Whenthe sirens wail as dark skies threaten, Franklin County has a number of storm shelters in which the community can take refuge.

FRANKLIN COUNTY

VFD 3001 Highway 75

East Franklin 10365 Highway 81

Gravel Hill VFD 3675 Gravel Hill Road

Union Community Center 5588 Highway 93

Tharptown VFD 23 Highway 80

Belgreen VFD 14141 Highway 524

Burnout VFD 75 Highway 224

Frankfort VFD 7464 Highway 41

Frog Pond VFD 5215 Highway 22

Spruce Pine Community Center 9312 Highway 22

Hodges Town Hall 1842 Highway 172

Pleasant Site VFD 2785 Highway 90

Vina VFD 79 Church St.

MARY HALLMAN-GLASS Franklin County EMA Director

Payne Creek Estates 575 Highway 48 (two shelters)

Town & Country 27630 Highway 24 E. (two shelters)

CITY OF RUSSELLVILLE

Ralph Bishop Community Center 201 Ash Ave.

Old Junior High School Lot 511 Gaines Ave.

RFD Fire Station 2 15938 Highway 43 N.

Westside Plaza Apartments 1100 Adams Ave.

FC Courthouse 410 Jackson Ave.

First United Methodist Church 311 Jackson Ave. N.

Chucky Mullins Center 442 Hamilton St.

Lee Sports Complex 1851 Lawrence St. E.

Dillard Hollow 90 Dillard Hollow Road

City Lake Drive 1559 City Lake Drive (behind lower concession stand)

CITY OF RED BAY

Tiny Tigers Preschool 1100 4th St. NE First Methodist Church 509 4th St. SW (pet friendly)

Family Fun Park 640 2nd Ave. NE (two shelters)

Old Airport 627 9th Ave. NW

TOWN OF PHIL CAMPBELL

Community Center 132 Sherry Bryce Drive

Bedford Sports Complex 351 Highway 63

Town Hall 580 Railroad St.

Stalcup Circle 19 Stalcup Circle

Nix Road Housing Authority 3643 Nix Road

Pinion Drive Housing Authority Pinion Drive

EDUCATION

When people move to or even visit a new area, they often want to know about the local schools. What kind of programs to do they offer? What kind of education will my child receive here?

The Franklin County Schools district comprises schools across the county, in Red Bay, Phil Campbell, Tharptown, Belgreen, Vina and East Franklin, serving student populations in Pre-K through high school. The Franklin County Career Technical Center offers hands-on education in a number of disciplines, including automotive, construction, business, cosmetology, health sciences, welding and more, with students able to earn a number of valuable credentials from their coursework. Expansion and modernization projects are in place system-wide, with a number of schools seeing construction as enrollment and programs continue to grow. Superintendent Greg Hamilton and an elected board of education lead the system.

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 at five school buildings, with all but Pre-K located adjacent to one another on one campus. 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.

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 collegereadiness to athletics, students will find what they need in Franklin County.

Russellville High School

Housing ninth through 12th grades

Principal: Jason Goodwin 1865 Waterloo Road, Russellville 256-331-2110

Russellville Middle School

Housing fifth through eighth grades

Principal: Tony Bonds

765 Summit St., Russellville 256-331-2120

Russellville Elementary School

Housing third and fourth grades

Principal: Tiffany Warhurst

133 Chucky Mullins Drive, Russellville 256-331-2123

West Elementary School

Housing first and second grades

Principal: Alicia Stanford 1340 Clay Ave., Russellville 256-331-2122

Early Childhood Center Housing Pre-K

Principal: Alicia Stanford 1509 Lawrence St. E., Russellville 256-331-2122

Russellville City Schools www.rcs.k12.al.us 256-331-2000

Central Office: 1945 Waterloo Road, Russellville

EDUCATION

RUSSELLVILLE CITY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION

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

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

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

Radford Hester radford.hester@rcs.k12.al.us

Greg Trapp gregtrapp@rcs.k12.al.us

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 SCHOOLS 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 johnnycleveland@franklin.k12.al.us

Franklin County Schools www.franklin.k12.al.us 256-332-1360

Central Office: 500 Coffee Ave., Russellville

Belgreen High School

Housing Pre-K through 12th

Mascot: Bulldogs

Principal: Megean Berryman

14220 Highway 187, Russellville 256-332-1376

East Franklin Junior High School

Housing Pre-K through ninth

Mascot: Rebels

Principal: Leann Trapp

1815 Highway 89, Phil Campbell 256-331-2140

Franklin County Career Technical Center

Housing courses for ninth through 12th

Principal: Jonathan King

85 Jail Springs Road, Russellville 256-332-2127

Phil Campbell Elementary School

Housing Pre-K through sixth

Mascot: Bobcats

Principal: Dawn Rogers

148 Camp St., Phil Campbell 256-331-2170

Phil Campbell High School

Housing seventh through 12th

Mascot: Bobcats

Principal: Darit Riddle

65 School Ave., Phil Campbell 256-331-2150

Red Bay Elementary School

Housing Pre-K through sixth

Mascot: Tigers

Principal: Leigh Burks

800 Eighth St., Red Bay 256-331-2270

Red Bay High School

Housing seventh through 12th Mascot: Tigers

Principal: Michael Nanney 800 Eighth St., Red Bay 256-331-2270

Tharptown Elementary School

Housing Pre-K through sixth

Mascot: Wildcats

Principal: Molly King 145 Highway 80, Russellville 256-332-3404

Tharptown High School

Housing seventh through 12th

Mascot: Wildcats

Principal: Bart Moss

255 Highway 80, Russellville 256-332-6485

Vina High School

Housing Pre-K through 12th

Mascot: Red Devils

Principal: Brent Gillespie

8250 County Highway 23, Vina 256-331-2260

GREG HAMILTON Superintendent Franklin County Schools

EDUCATION

NORTHWEST-SHOALS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Northwest-Shoals Community College has served the people of northwest Alabama for more than 58 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 in Franklin County.

Dec. 8, 2021, Dr. Jeff Goodwin was named the new president of NWSCC. He brings a vast array of experience to the office of the president. Dr. Goodwin’s 30 years of experience span from classroom educator to superintendent in Alabama’s public schools. Prior to coming to the college, he served as superintendent of Oxford City Schools from 2005.

NW-SCC is 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 fouryear college/university save on average 55-65 percent on tuition costs.

In fall 2021 there were 3,371 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 Phil Campbell campus of NWSCC houses the largest: the Associate Degree Nursing program. The ADN program graduates approximately 65 nursing students each year. 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, and it will reinstate athletics in fall 2022. The athletic program will begin with baseball and softball teams and looks to expand sports teams in the future.

In February 2022 NWSCC signed an agreement to partner with Pilgrim’s in Russellville, to participate in the JBS/Pilgrim’s Better Futures program, which offers free college tuition to Pilgrim’s team members and their child dependents. Pilgrim's offers to pay the remaining tuition balance, often called a “last-dollar tuition scholarship,” for its workers to train in technical programs that help them succeed.

For those looking to enjoy nature, NW-SCC offers the revitalized Cecil Clapp Nature Trail on the Phil Campbell Campus, which reopened 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.

INDUSTRY

As we move toward a new normal after the COVID-19 pandemic, Franklin County has continued to see industrial growth.

In 2021 the FCDA announced two industry expansions and two new companies. Expansions by Leisure Creations and Sunshine Homes added 240 new jobs and $3,000,000 in capital investment. We welcomed American Barrel Company and Belgreen Coatings to the county with an additional $2,000,000 in investment and approximately 20 new jobs.

The FCDA continues to work with our existing manufacturers and work toward recruitment of new manufacturers. Franklin County has several shovelready industrial parks with available acreage. We have two AdvantageSite CertIfied industrial parks: the MG Industrial Park in Russellville and the West Franklin Regional Industrial Park in Red Bay. In addition, the Phil Campbell Industrial Park and Russellville Industrial Park have availability. We are proud to announce that the remaining acreage in the Vina Industrial Park, along with the Vina Speculative Building, was recently purchased by an existing manufacturer.

For more information on these parks and industrial buildings in Franklin County, call 256-332-8726. Find more information about Alabama’s AdvantageSite program at www.edpa.org/about-us/advantagesite.

In addition to partnering with our municipalities, county commission, utilities departments, leaders in education and other economic development partners, the Franklin County Development Authority acts as an adviser to 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

2022 FRANKLIN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DIRECTORY

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: FRANKLIN COUNTY IN FLIGHT

RUSSELLVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT

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 corporate aircraft, boasting a 5,500-foot runway, with a rehabilitation project completed recently to upgrade the runway and add state-of-the-art LED lighting. 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 24/7 emergency rooms as well as services like radiology, rehabilitation, respiratory care, mammography and more.

Red Bay Hospital is owned and operated by Helen Keller Hospital of the Shoals, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System. It is also supported by the Dr. Walker Dempsey Hospital Foundation. Among its services, it offers a unique swing bed program, and the full-service Wellcare Center features modern exercise and rehabilitative equipment and is staffed with therapists and trainers.

In addition to the many health services offered at Russellville Hospital, including a senior citizen-friendly ER, the hospital also serves as an educational clinic for local nursing, laboratory and radiology students.

Both facilities maintain an active presence in the community 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, 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

• Branches Church, 996 Villagewood Drive, Russellville, 256-331-3700

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

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

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

• 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

• 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

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

• 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, 256-332-0201

• 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

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

• Red Bay Freewill Baptist Church, Highway 24 E., Red Bay, 256-356-9220

• Rockwood Baptist Church, County Road 36, Russellville

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

• South Side Baptist Church, Highway 43 S., Russellville, 256-332-4326

• Tharptown Baptist Church, County Road 48, Russellville, 256-332-0063

• Waco Baptist Church, 31141 Highway 724, Russellville

• West Highland Baptist Church, West Limestone Street, Russellville

CATHOLIC

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

COMMUNITY RESOURCES: PLACES OF WORSHIP

CHURCH OF CHRIST

• Centerview Church of Christ, 158 Cherokee Loop, Russellville

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

• Eastside Church of Christ, 15820 Highway 243, Russellville

• Gravel Hill Church of Christ, 1201 Nix Road, Phil Campbell, 205-993-4338

• Isbell Church of Christ, County Road 36, Russellville

• 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

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

• Spruce Pine Church of Christ, 88 Scharnagel Road, Spruce Pine, 256-291-5694

• Tharptown Church of Christ, 5071 Highway 48, Russellville, 256-328-1232

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

CHURCH OF GOD

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

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

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

• 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, 256-332-7176

CME

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

• St. Paul CME Church, 406 Hamilton St., Russellville, 256-332-6177

INDEPENDENT

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

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

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

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

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

• Heritage Fellowship Church, Highway 43 S., Russellville

• House of Victory, 714 Sockwell Ave., Russellville

• Kimbrough’s Chapel Church, County Road 38

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

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

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

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

• 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, 256-332-2955

• 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

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

• Solid Rock Pentecostal, Cleveland and Green streets

PRESBYTERIAN

• First Presbyterian PCA, 201 N. Green St., Russellville, 256-332-5730

• 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

The Franklin County Archives, the Franklin County Cooperative Extension, one of two public libraries and the Red Bay Museum provide opportunities to live and learn. Each offers ample resources for the community’s education and enjoyment.

FRANKLIN COUNTY ARCHIVES

The Franklin County Archives boasts a bounty 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 hearts of their respective downtowns, each library also coordinates a summer reading program for Franklin County children and visitors to the area.

Russellville Public Library

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

Director: Joshlyn Bowen

RED BAY MUSEUM

Weatherford Public Library

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

Director: Linda Ezzell

Established 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 reц-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 an extensive Tammy Wynette display.

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 veterans. Besides annual recognitions – like the Russellville Veterans Day parade, the Every Light a Prayer for Peace ceremonies and the 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 fun to do or a great spot to visit in Franklin County. Whether it’s a local musical or theatrical performance, a community festival or a great outdoor destination, there are plenty of exciting outings.

A.W. TODD CENTRE

Visitors looking for a spot to host a gathering might be interested in the A.W. Todd Centre in downtown Russellville. This is a popular spot for community functions as well as private events. It is often the site for Chamber of Commerce and Extension System events, and it also serves Russellville’s senior population. www.franklincountychamber.org/live-work/a-w-todd-centre

CITY LAKE PARK

City Lake Park in Russellville has a playground for children and a paved path around a beautiful lake. Equipped with a pavilion, the park is available to rent out for parties and other occasions. City Lake Drive, Russellville

RED BAY MUSEUM

The Red Bay Museum welcomes visitors to explore relics of the past. Displays include 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

BEAR CREEK LAKES

The four lakes that make up the Bear Creek system – Cedar Creek, Little Bear, Upper Bear and Bear Creek – are full of bass and surrounded by woodlands and campgrounds, including Elliott Branch, Slickrock, Williams Hollow, Horseshoe Bend and Piney Point. Spanning miles across Franklin County, the Bear Creek Lakes are a go-to spot for camping or water activities. Cabins are also available. www.bearcreeklakes.com | 256-332-4392

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 festival has grown from a modest community picnic to a full-scale event featuring contests, vendors, live music and more.

www.cityofredbay. org/events/ founders-fest

CECIL CLAPP NATURE TRAIL

Located behind the campus of Northwest-Shoals 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.

www.nwscc.edu

CEDAR HILL TRAP RANGE

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

www.cedarhilltraprange.com

BEAR CREEK LAKES

RECREATION

BAY TREE COUNCIL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Red Bay’s Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts performs shows in November, February and April annually at the Weatherford Centre in Red Bay. Local talent takes the stage to present sidesplitting comedies and heart-warming tales. www.baytreecouncil. com

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.

DISMALS CANYON

Visitors to Dismals Canyon, a National Natural Landmark located south of Phil Campbell, can hike the trails, enjoy pristine waterfalls and explore the caves. Dismalite Night Tours allow visitors to see rare glowworms. Entry fee is required. The canyon also offers options for overnight stays.

www.dismalscanyon. com | 205-993-4559

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATERMELON FESTIVAL

The Franklin County Watermelon Festival combines some of the mostloved activities into a two-day event, including a car show, 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.franklincountychamber.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 Centre in downtown Russellville, and Red Bay’s is located at the Red Bay Fun Park.

www.fma. alabama.gov/ FMCounty.aspx

RED BAY FUN PARK

The Red Bay Fun Park is a fullscale water park, offering 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. This family destination also features a playground, walking trail and more amenities to come.

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

COMMUNITY EASTER EGG HUNTS IN RUSSELLVILLE, RED BAY AND PHIL CAMPBELL

BAY TREE COUNCIL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

RECREATION

HISTORIC ROXY THEATRE

The historic Roxy Theatre has been a beloved fixture of downtown Russellville since 1949. 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 concerts featuring the Kerry Gilbert Band and special guests. www. historicroxytheatre. org

CHRISTMAS PARADES

Christmas parades celebrate the holiday season – one each in Phil Campbell, Vina, Red Bay and Russellville.

SPRUCE PINE DAY

Spruce Pine Day began in 1999 and continues to be a much-loved tradition each October.

Festival-goers enjoy good food and fellowship while celebrating Spruce Pine history. www.franklincounty chamber.org/ festivals-2/localfestivals

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

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

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

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

KREWE DE GUARD’S MARDI GRAS PARADE

RECREATION

PARKS AND RECREATION

Russellville, Red Bay and Phil Campbell offer vibrant Parks and Rec programs for children in Franklin County. Dixie Youth sports are popular each year, plus there’s T-Ball, volleyball, soccer, softball, football and basketball, as well as swimming lessons and special one-time events. Rec centers, such as the Chucky Mullins Center and Bishop Center in Russellville as well as the new Red Bay Recreation Center, offer a place for indoor sporting events and activities.

SPIRIT OF HODGES FESTIVAL

During the Spirit of Hodges Festival each October, this small Franklin County town attracts 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

July Fest has brought people together the last Saturday of July for more than 25 years. A full slate of entertainment accompanies the popular Draw Down raffle, which awards the ultimate cash prize of $17,000, and the day ends with a massive firework show. The event benefits the Vina Fire Department and Rescue Squad. www.franklincounty chamber.org/festivals-2/local-festivals

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

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.hurricanecree klodge.com

www.visitwi llowoak. com

CHRISTMAS PARADES

VINA JULY FEST

VINA JULY FEST

RECREATION

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 public hours as well as time set aside for swimming lessons. 256-332-8790

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. The park also memorializes the military members of the area, offers a playground for children and serves as a community gathering place.

Downtown Phil Campbell

PHIL CAMPBELL HOEDOWN

Each 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 festival foods.

www.philcampbellal. com

SPLASH PADS

In addition to the facilities at Red Bay Fun Park, the county boasts two additional splash pads: one at Phil Campbell, near the community center, and one in Russellville, adjacent to Sloss Lake. Both have public hours and can be rented for parties.

NORTH ALABAMA HALLELUJAH TRAIL

Two churches 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 in Red Bay and Mount Pleasant Methodist in Russellville. www. northalabama. org/trails/ hallelujah

WEATHERFORD CENTRE

OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS

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.

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/weather ford-centre

CECIL CLAPP NATURE TRAIL NW-SCC AT PHIL CAMPBELL

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PUMPKIN PALOOZA DOWNTOWN RUSSELLVILLE

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Civic and social groups are active throughout Franklin County. Whether you’re looking for a veteran group, service opportunity or avenue for community improvement, choose a group today to meet your neighbors and get involved.

American Legion Post 64

Book Lovers Study Club

Cedar Creek Wings

Citizens for Phil Campbell

Cotton Flat Cruisers

Franklin Civic-Social Club

Franklin County Cattlemen’s Association

Franklin County Arts and Humanities Council

Franklin County Shriners

Krewe de Guard

Phil Campbell Arts and Historical Society

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

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-a-lifetime 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.

CASSIE MEDLEY Executive Director

Our county has a notable legacy of business and industry, with thirdgeneration family-owned businesses plus industries that are excelling 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 sweltering summer day to a cozy cabin for those perfect winter nights.

We are also home to a classic drive-in movie theater that has been in operation since 1949, and our cities have a plethora of 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 also 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.

2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chase Sparks President

Matt Uptain Vice President

Michelle Marbutt Secretary

Lynn Landers Treasurer

Brett Bendall Past President

Mary Ellen Allen

Michael Cummings

Anna Duncan

Hillary Hall

Aaron Harbin

Evan Hargett

Laura Horton

Sarah McKinney

Laura Beth Roberts

Whitney Swinney

Sheila Underwood

Nery Vasquez Jr. Brooklyn Yancey

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ACCOUN TANTS

Joseph A. Foster CPA

269 Underwood Road Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-1525

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

ADVERT ISING

4 M Mobile Marketing 256-810-4605

AIR CONDITI ONING

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

AIRPORT MANAG EMENT

Explore Aviation 13365 Highway 243 Russellville, AL 35654 256-412-5225

APART MENTS

Village Square Apartments 100 Village Square Russellville, AL 35654 256-332-4620

ASSISTED L IVING

Cottage Senior Living 900 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-4707

ATTO RNEYS

Hester & James 13830 Highway 43 S., Suite B Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-7440

John V. Martine Attorney at Law 501 N Jackson Ave., Suite 9 Russellville, AL 35653 256-627-3306

McDowell, Beason & Hamilton 507 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-1660

Mitchell M. McKinney P.C. 102 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653 256-398-6815

Roger Bedford Attorney at Law 303 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-6966

ATTRAC TIONS

BCDA 1111 County Road 88 Hodges, AL 35571 256-332-4392

AUTOMOBILE RE PAIRS

Eddie’s Collision Repairs 21441 Highway 24 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-9090

BANKS/CREDIT U NIONS

1st Franklin Financial 510 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-5161 13830 Highway 43, Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-7800

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 43 200 Jackson Ave S. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-5600

Community Spirit Bank – Red Bay 200 Fourth Ave. SW Red Bay, AL 35582 256-356-4445

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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

111 Lauderdale St. NE Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8923

Valley State Bank – Russellville Main office: 15565 Highway 43

256-332-3600

Downtown: 308 Jackson Ave. N. 256-331-4700

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 205-993-4663

BOUT IQUES

Maggie J’s Boutique 13720 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-291-7090

BROA DBAND

MaxxSouth Broadband 530 Fourth Ave. SE. Red Bay, AL 35582 800-457-5351

CAMPGR OUNDS

BCDA

1111 County Road 88

Hodges, AL 35571

256-332-4392

CAR WASH

Fast Way Carwash

510 Highway 19

Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-2060

CATERING

Grissom’s Frosty Inn 12805 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-2052

CHRISTIAN LIFE RECOVERY S CHOOL

The Dream Center 206 Coffee Ave. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-4732

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

Franklin County Commission 405 Jackson Ave N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8851

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 256-356-4473

Russellville 304 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-6060

Vina 7111 Highway 19

Vina, AL 35593

256-356-4996

CLEANING SERVICES

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

2348 Bluff Canyon Road

Tuscumbia, AL 35674 256-702-5858

American Legion Post 64

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

Civitan Club of Red Bay 110 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

Cotton Flat Cruisers

Cultura Garden Club

Franklin County Archives 300 E. Limestone St. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8827

Franklin County Arts & Humanities Council

Franklin County Cattlemen’s Association 283 Highway 34 Phil Campbell, AL 35581 256-577-2027

Franklin County Cooperative Extension System

Russellville Civitan Club

Russellville Public Library

Shoals Youth Advocate Programs

1300 SW 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

DEER PROCE SSING

Precision Processing 325 County Road 624 Russellville, AL 35653 256-460-0993

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

Franklin County Development Authority 16109 Highway 43, Suite C Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8726

EDUC ATION

Foster Grandparent Program Russellville City 100 West Side Plaza Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-6800

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

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ELECTRIC

Cypress Electric 119 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-277-5088

Franklin Electric 225 E. Franklin St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2730

Lewis Electric 306 Coffee Ave. SE Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1912

MPE Services 15891 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-455-3367

EMPLO YMENT

Express Employment Professionals  607 Church St. NE

Decatur, AL 35601

256-822-1000

ENERGY CONSERVATION

Petro Chemical Energy 107 Madison St. NE Russellville, AL 35653 256-331-2473

EVENT/PARTY

4 M Events 256-810-4605

Reason Inc. – Eric Reason Phil Campbell

FARM EQUIPMENT/ SUPPLIES

Darrell Harp Enterprises 819 Fourth St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582 256-356-4424

FINA NCIAL

1st Franklin Financial 510 Jackson Ave. N. 13830 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-5161

256-332-7800

CB&S Financial Services North Russellville 15290 Highway 43 N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5600

Franklin Plaza 14015 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5600

Downtown Russellville 200 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-5600

TrueWealth Advisors of Huntsville 2707 Artie St. SW Huntsville, AL 35805 256-536-7320

FI TNESS

American Health & Fitness 15567 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-4771

FLIGHT S CHOOL

Go Vertical Aviation 217 High St. NW Russellville, AL 35653

256-412-5225

FLORISTS

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

256-332-7771

FUNERAL HOMES

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

256-332-7772

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

256-356-0985

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

Funeral Planning Services:

Preplanning arrangements • Cremation & Burial Services

Chris Wallace, Jason Miller, Joseph Baldwin, David Hester Seated Barry Moore, Chairman and Probate Judge

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

GOVERNMENT/ AGE NCIES

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

Franklin County Development Authority

16109 Highway 43, Suite C Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-8726

Franklin County DHR

737 Highway 48 Russellville, AL 35654

256-331-5900

Probate Judge Barry Moore

Rep. Jamie Kiel

Revenue Commissioner Stratt Byars

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

Los Dos Hermanos 409 Madison St. NE Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-9498

Piggly Wiggly – Red Bay

518 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4406

Sweet T’s Meat & Greet 85 Scotty Moore Drive Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-9285

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 Community Blood Center

307 Veterans Drive

Florence, AL 35630 256-765-7038

HEALTH/WEL LNESS

American Health & Fitness 15567 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-4771

HEALTHY E ATING

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

Russellville Hospital 15155 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 256-332-1611

HOTEL/MOTEL

Best Western 13770 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-1002

Econo Lodge 13600 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-398-7444

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

Stricklin Hotel 114 N. Jackson Ave. Russellville, AL 35653 256-248-9982

HOUSING AUTH ORITY

Russellville Housing Authority 73 Flippen St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1561

HUNTING/FI SHING

Willow Oak Lodge 8410 Highway 43

Spruce Pine, AL 35585 256-810-5946

INDIVIDUALS

Davis, Willodean Hall, Susan Hargett, Evan

McDermitt, Ann

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 – Gary Lineville

11 Biltmore Drive NW Huntsville, AL 35806

256-387-0661

Country Financial – Tony James 15480 Highway 43, Suite D Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-6161

Medicare Insurance Specialists of the Shoals 410 S Wilson Dam Road Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

256-648-5220

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

CB&S Financial Services North Russellville 15290 Highway 43 N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5600

Franklin Plaza 14015 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5600

Downtown Russellville 200 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5600

TrueWealth Advisors of Huntsville 2707 Artie St. SW Huntsville, AL 35805 256-536-7320

L ODGES

Willow Oak Lodge 8410 Highway 43 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

Gates Corporation 909 Gates St. NW Red Bay, AL 35582 270-506-9552

Innovative Hearth Products 1769 Lawrence St. E. Russellville, AL 35654 256-398-3267

Leisure Creations 67 Ash Ave. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-4567

Mar-Jac Poultry 410 Sheffield Ave. Spruce Pine, AL 35585 1-678-997-2599

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

S&ME, Inc. 201 Gordon Drive, Suite 107 Decatur, AL 35601 256-577-4498

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Southern Homes (Clayton) 1037 Highway 44 Russellville, AL 35653

256-277-7200

Sunshine Homes 100 Sunshine Ave. Red Bay, AL 35582

256-356-4427

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

Epaulette Agency

Russellville, AL 35653

813-804-9023

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

MEDICAL

Bay Health & Wellness 399 Fifth 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

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 Group

Russellville 455 Underwood Road

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-5545

Hometown Pharmacy

609 Gandy St. NE

Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-7400

Littleville

1369B 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

Benchmark Physical Therapy 1136 Ronnie McDowell Drive

Russellville, AL 35654

256-398-8702

Encore Rehabilitation 15041 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-331-0070

PLU MBING

Hoyt Lane & Son

Plumbing Services 3001 Highway 77

Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-0198

MPE Services 15891 Highway 43

Russellville, AL 35653

256-455-3367

FRANKLIN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

PRINTERS

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

256-332-5249

Q UARRY

Alabama Stone Company

A Division of Vetter Stone 3835 Highway 36 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-3700

RE PAIRS

Eddie’s Collision Repairs 21441 Highway 24 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-9090

REAL E STATE

American Realty Company 817 Lawrence St. E. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-2222

EXIT River City Realty 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

306 Barbecue 13670 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-384-2593

43 Grill 15110 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-331-4343

Bojangles 13810 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8787

Doe’s Eat Place 114 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-398-8815

El Patron Tex-Mex 13655 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-8088

Frosty Inn 12805 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-2052

Los Dos Hermanos 409 Madison St. NE Russellville, AL 35653 256-331-9498

McDonald’s 15254 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-6564

Papa John’s 14520 Highway 43, Suite 1 Russellville, AL 35653 256-331-5000

Red Bay Yacht Club 996 Ninth St. W. Red Bay, AL 35582 256-333-4438

R ETAIL

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

Discount Warehouse 16175 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-398-8369

Electrolux 15480 Highway 43, Suite D Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-1136

Kyle & Company Menswear Russellville, AL 35653 256-668-7934 shopkyleandco.com

Maggie J’s Boutique 13720 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 256-291-7090 www.maggiejsboutique.com

Russellville Florist and Gifts

100 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-7771

Thompson’s Drapery & Interiors

120 Jackson Avenue N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-3892

RV PARKS

Red Bay Acres 996 Ninth St. W. Red Bay, AL 35582 256-333-4327 www.redbayacres.com

SALON

Hair Studio 722 110 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653 256-668-6476 hairstudio722.com

SCREEN PRI NTERS

Graph X Apparel 4640 Chisholm Road Florence, AL 35630 256-764-7330

SER VICES

MaxxSouth Broadband 530 Fourth Ave. SE Red Bay, AL 35582 662-720-4465   www.maxxsouth.com

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

Phil Campbell Rescue Squad 1518 Pike Ave. Phil Campbell, AL 35581 205-993-4663

Russellville Public Library 110 E. Lawrence St. Russellville, AL 35653 256-332-1535

Shoals Save-A-Life, Inc. 2201 Cloyd Blvd. Florence, AL 35630 256-740-0640

United Way of Northwest Alabama P.O. Box 1228 205 W. College St. Florence, AL 35630 256-764-5892

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

Graph X Apparel 4640 Chisholm Road

Florence, AL 35630 256-764-7330

Thompson Drapery 120 Jackson Ave. N. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-3892

SPEECH & LANGUAGE THE RAPY

Speech Spot of the Shoals 528 Kelsey Ave., Suite B Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

256-576-1712

TO BACCO

Happy Days Beverages and Tobacco 304 Jackson Ave. S. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-1662

TRANSPORT ATION

Greyhound Bus Lines Inc. at Legacy Chevron (Pick-up station) 13518 Highway 43 Russellville, AL 35653 800-231-2222

UTIL ITIES

Franklin Electric Cooperative 225 E. Franklin St. Russellville, AL 35653

256-332-2730

Russellville Water and Sewer 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 8410 Highway 43 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