Hartselle Living Christmas edition

Christmas in Hartselle Inside this Issue:

Local family celebrates holidays with big light display at their home

Exchange student makes his mark in Hartselle Fan becomes Internet sensation with reaction Retired choir director has a new gig

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November 2013

FEATURE 14. Internation Athlete

Above is the Peebles Family Christmas light display on Barkley Bridge Road in Hartselle. The Peebles synchronize their light display to a musical soundtrack, which is broadcast on the radio. The display is lit up each night through New Year’s. (Photo

by Brent Maze)

STAFF

German exchange student Darian Blum joins his first organized sports team at Hartselle High School. He also had an opportunity to run in the state championship meet at Oakville this fall.

20. Internet Sensation A local college football fan gains notoriety for his incredible reaction to one of Auburn’s miracle finishes.

President and Publisher Randy Garrison Editor Brent Maze Advertising Pam Gray Ann Kirby Contributors Clif Knight Richard Hollingsworth

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Office Staff April Thompson Katie Sparkman

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OUR WAY OF LIFE: Local family has huge light display.

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FOOD: Get this recipe to fix a great turkey and fixings this holdiay season

GET TO KNOW: Wanda Thompson has new gig.

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WELLNESS:Tips for staying healthy during cold and flu season.

IN EVERY ISSUE: Letters • 6 Calendar • 8 Scene • 22 Last Word • 30 Hartselle Living • 5

LETTERS

Finding the Babe in the Manger o Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.

While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, Randy Garrison • Letter from the Publisher because there was no guest room available and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned, glorifor them. fying and praising God for all the things they had heard and And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, seen which were just as they had been told. Luke 2:4-20 (NIV) keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord How many times have most of us heard this story of the appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around birth of Jesus? For most of us, it was at the age we were old them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do enough to remember. We played a shepherd in the local church not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy Christmas play and then placed the angel atop our own for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has Christmas tree until we could share the story of the Christ been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a child with our own children. sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying Unfortunately like those who gave up on the Messiah over in a manger.”

2,000 years ago, many today run around buying gifts, putting Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared up trees and attending parties, but we never really find the with the angel, praising God and saying, Christ child. The birth of God’s own son changed the course of “Glory to God in the highest heaven, history. The gift of this baby in the manger, this salvation child and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” who would save us all from our sins has to be the only “reason When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the for the season.” shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see As we celebrate this Christmas season may we all seek to this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us share this greatest gift to all those we come in contact with, in about.” all areas of our busy lives. God sent His Son and what a shame So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the it is that many never find the “babe in the manger” and experibaby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, ence the true meaning of Christmas. they spread the word concerning what had been told them Merry Christmas to all and may each of us experience the about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the Christ child as never before and truly celebrate the Good news shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all these things of His birth.

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A very Hartselle Christmas hristmas in Hartselle is best time of year.

While the weather in December doesn’t always feel like winter is around the corner, you can just look around and see that the holiday season is coming. You see all of the store fronts beautifully decorated for the season.

We get to see to see numerous parades from each of the municipalities in Morgan County. Big crowds turn out to see the events each year.

Churches present their Christmas programs and cantatas. The schools have their holiday plays, concerts and other events.

As the Andy Williams song says, it truly is the most wonderful time of the year. People just seem to be in a better mood this time of year, and in the City of Southern Hospitality, it means that people are just that much nicer.

As we get closer to the holidays, it’s important to remember the reason for the season. It’s not about the shopping, hustle and bustle.

It’s about the gift that God gave us, when his son came down

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from above and became our sacrifice. No gift we can give can match what He has done for us. If we can remember this gift, it will truly make this the best Christmas ever.

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CALENDAR Hartselle Christmas Parade The Hartselle Kiwanis Club is sponsoring the 2013 Hartselle Christmas Parade Thur., Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. in downtown Hartselle. Lineup begins at 5 p.m. and the theme will be Hawaiian Christmas. All entries except bands, walking groups, pre1988 vehicles and tractors will line up at the football stadium parking lot.

Bands and walking groups will line up at the Pettey Center at Hartselle Junior High School. Pre-1988 vehicles and tractors will line up at Russell Forest Products on Railroad Street. Deadline for entries is Mon., Dec. 9. There is a $15 per entry fee for non-profit organizations and $30 fee for businesses and political entries. There will be three cash prizes awarded, First Place $250, Second Place $150, and Third Place $100. If you have any questions, contact Tom Sparks at 751-4912 or by email at tsparks@hartselle.org. For more information or to obtain an entry form, log on to www.hartsellekiwanisclub.org.

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The Jingle Bell Mystery Hartselle High Drama presents “The Jingle Bell Mystery” in the Hartselle High School Auditorium, Sat., Dec. 14, at 7 p.m. Admission is $3. HCS administration, faculty and staff can get in free.

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Church Program Sonrise Baptist Church, 1410 Thompson Road in Hartselle, is having a free Outreach Supper Sat., Dec. 14, at 5:30 p.m. The Christmas play will be after the supper. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 256-773-1512.

Ham and Turkey Shoots The Tennessee River Coon Hunters Association at Lacey’s Spring will have ham and turkey shoots Dec. 7, 14 and 21 beginning at 10 a.m. each day.

Bring your guns of choice. Shells will be furnished by the club.

Expense is $4 per shot.

Proceeds from the shoot will go to help finish the community storm

Dec. 14 and 21

Hartselle residents will be ready to enjoy the Christmas Parade on Dec. 12.

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shelter in Lacey’s Spring.

Follow the following directions to the club: From U.S. 231 south of the river, take field road at the caution light and go 1 1/4 miles. The club will be on the right.

For more information, contact Herb Shields at 256-361-7469 or 256-8814603.

Brewer High School Chorus Concert The Brewer High School Chorus will have its Christmas Concert Dec. 16 at 7 p.m.

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PES Christmas Program Priceville Elementary School will have its Christmas Program Dec. 16 at 7 p.m.

End of First Semester Hartselle City Schools dismiss Fri., Dec. 20, at noon, and close for the Christmas Holidays Dec. 23 thru Jan. 1.

Bosom Buddies Bosom Buddies Support Group, a

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support to individuals affected by breast cancer, will hold its next meeting on Mon., Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. in Cullman Regional Medical Center’s Ave Maria Room in the Community Education Center located in Professional Office Building 2 (1912 AL Highway 157, POB 2, Cullman, AL 35058). For more information contact group coordinator Mary Dyer at (256) 734-8729. For a complete list of upcoming support groups and events at Cullman Regional Medical Center visit the online Calendar of Events at www.crmchospital.com.

HHS Alumni Breakfast The Hartselle High School Alumni Association and Hartselle High School are hosting their annual College

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Breakfast for any former HHS student attending college Wed., Dec. 18 at 9 a.m. at the new school.

All are invited. Hartselle principal Jeff Hyche said they use this event to get feedback from them as well as welcoming them home for the holidays and give them time to visit with one another.

Christmas Caroling The Southeast Hartselle Action Group will have our annual Christmas caroling event, Thur., Dec. 19. Carolers will be strolling thru the streets of our neighborhood, Main to Rock, McClanahan to Hammitt. We will gather at 501 Short St., at 6 p.m., and then walk to spread the joy of the Christmas season. If you would like to join us, or need more information call 256-345-9174, no experience is need-

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ed, required or encouraged, just a cheerful voice and a jingle bell. We encourage the neighborhood to keep a light on for the carolers, and perhaps a treat to entice a carol.

Medical Professions discussion panel The Medical Professions Program is hosting a discussion panel featuring students from UAB School of Medicine, UAB Dental School, UAB Physical Therapy School, Auburn School of Pharmacy and The University of Alabama and UAH Schools of Nursing. This event will take place December 19th immediately after school in the lecture hall. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear what it’s really like to be a student in a professional healthcare program. You must register with Mrs. Shelton or Mrs. English to attend. Seating is limited so please register early.

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Enjoy a Christmas light show at Peebles Family Christmas on Barkley Bridge Road. The show began Thanksgiving night and will continue through New Year’s.

OUR WAY OF LIFE

Holiday light show Peebles Family Christmas offers one of largest animated displays in Hartselle STORY AND PHOTOS BY BRENT MAZE

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pend any time around Tim Peebles and you’ll know that he loves Christmas.

So much so that he always keeps Christmas music with him in his vehicle.

“I just love Christmas,” Peebles said. “The whole year is Christmas to me. I’ll put my Christmas music on at any time of the year. Our daughters love it so much that any time they ride with me, they always want to put on the Christmas music from our show.”

Peebles puts up around 20,000 LED lights each year at his home at 3556 Barkley Bridge Road SW in Hartselle. He uses computer software to synchronize the light show to a soundtrack, which is broadcast on 93.5 FM on a low-powered transmitter.

The show begins on Thanksgiving night and will continue through New Year’s. The light show will be from 5 to 10 p.m. nightly.

Peebles and his wife, Heather, have always had large Christmas displays.

Tim put up a large display when they lived in Somerville and on Vaughn Bridge Road.

Tim, however, always wanted to do a synchronized light show at his home after seeing other homes do it.

He tried to convince Heather to let him do it by taking her to see one the homes in Huntsville.

“I actually bought him his first Mr. Christmas (light show kit),” Heather said.

However, Tim’s hobby comes with a price tag.

“It’s expensive,” Tim said. “We usually go shopping for lights the day after Christmas and clean them out of

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the LED lights. You have to buy them when they’re on sale. Otherwise, we wouldn’t be able to do it.”

Heather said that Tim didn’t want to have just one show at Christmastime.

“Tim even wanted to do a show for every holiday throughout the year,” Heather said. “He wanted to do one for the Fourth of July, Easter, Valentine’s Day – any of them.”

Two years ago, Tim did a special show honoring the Hartselle High School state championship football team set to music performed by the HHS band.

“Everyone really enjoyed that show,” Tim said.

Tim, Heather and their two daughters, Chloe and Rory, also do something to give back. They don’t take donations to help with the show.

Instead, they will allow people to give to their charity of choice, Children’s Hospital.

Tim said that came from when Heather was pregnant with Chloe, their older daughter. He made a $100 donation to Children’s Hospital.

“He called me and let me know because he thought I’d be mad about it,” Heather said.

“That was back when we didn’t have an extra $100,” Tim said. “I just felt it was a good investment if we ever needed Children’s Hospital. And that’s how it beme our charity of choice.”

The Peebles were also friends with a family that has a child who goes to Children’s Hospital.

“We’ve even found out about more people we know that have children at the hospital,” Heather said.

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“I just love Christmas. The whole year is Christmas to me.

– Tim Peebles

Peebles Family Christmas Location: 3556 Barkley Bridge Road SW, Hartselle Description: 20,000+ light show synchronized with Christmas music Dates: Thanksgiving - New Year’s Time: 5-10 p.m. nightly Listen: 93.5 FM Website: http://www.peebleschristmas.com/

Donations for Children’s Hospital Peebles Family Christmas has a donation box for Children’s Hospital. At the end of the Christmas season, the Peebles will present the donations to the hospital. Children’s of Alabama has provided specialized medical care for ill and injured children since 1911, offering inpatient and outpatient services throughout central Alabama. Last year, families made more than 670,000 outpatient and nearly 14,000 inpatient visits to Children’s from every county in Alabama and from 41 other states and four foreign countries.

How to watch the show Peebles Family Christmas has a synchronized Christmas light show that lasts about 30 minutes. Tune your radio to 93.5 FM to hear the soundtrack. Anyone who wishes to watch the entire show, Tim Peebles asks that you pull completely off the road so that traffic on Barkley Bridge Road is not blocked. He also asks that visitors do not block any neighbors’ driveways. “You can park in our driveway, but please do not park in any neighbor’s driveway,” Peebles said.

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Heather, Tim, Rory and Chloe Peebles show off their home decorated for Christmas.

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“After a lady found out we were taking the donations, she just broke down and cried,” Tim said. “She couldn’t believe that we were actually giving the donations to charity.”

The Peebles have tons of Christmas decorations, including a large number of inflatables. That allows him to change it up every year.

This year, he added a nativity scene and the star of David, which is not tied into the light show and will remain on all of the time.

However, he also has a special for folks to come by.

“We always change things up each year,” Tim said. “We always want everyone to see a new show each year.

This year, I even have a surprise for everyone, but I want to keep it a secret for now.”

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GET TO KNOW

Wanda Thompson Former HHS director now enjoying retirement, new responsibilities STORY AND PHOTO BY BRENT MAZE

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artselle’s Wanda Thompson is the director of the Decatur Civic Chorus. Thompson retired as the Hartselle High School choral department director in 2012. She worked with the Hartselle school system for more than 40 years as an educator. In addition to enjoying retirement, she also works with College Street Players as a musical director.

Hartselle Living: How did you get involved with the Decatur Civic Chorus?

Wanda Thompson: My daughter, Ashley, and my son, Cline, both participated in several musicals. This is actually my second time to conduct the chorus.

HL: How was that different from directing the Hartselle High School choir through the years?

WT: First of all, it’s a volunteer organization. You’re also dealing with people who are anywhere from their 20s to their 70s with a variety of voices. Sometimes, you don’t always have a balanced number of voices for each part, but we were blessed to have a balanced group.

HL: Did any of your former students participate in the performance?

WT: Several of my former students participated in the chorus and there were about 10 of the 32 that were from Hartselle. So about one-third of the choir was from Hartselle.

HL: What was your favorite piece(s) to conduct?

WT: I really enjoyed the melody “The Songs of Stephen Foster” that we did. And I also enjoyed doing portions of Handel’s “Messiah.” That is my all-time favorite.

HL: What have you been doing since retiring from HHS? WT: Musically, I’ve been helping College Street Players with “The Aristocats Jr.” and the upcoming “Little Mermaid Jr.” I’m also involved with the music at church and other things.

HL: What was the best thing about your time at HHS?

Wanda Thompson

WT: I loved watching my students grow and mature musically and as a person. I would see them as ninth graders watch them grow and do things that they didn’t believe they could do.

HL: What are you most enjoying now?

WT: I love getting to spend time with my grandson two days a week. It’s fun getting to see him and take care of him.

HL: What has been your experience been like working with College Street Players?

WT: I’ve only been working with them for a couple of shows now, but it’s a lot of fun. Under Dena Nagel’s direction and the rest of them, the kids to an outstanding job. I think this is something extremely important for the City of Hartselle.

HL: What do you enjoy most about working with College Street Players?

WT: Again, I get to see the kids grow up, but I just love the relationship that I’ve been able to develop with them.

HL: How does that compare to the follies that you used to do with the HHS choral department?

WT: The two are completely different. With the kids, we work with them to do the best we can, but I pretty much treated the students as adults doing an adult performance.

They put in a lot of time and rehearsals to make it a great performance. It’s a different mentality, but both have been great.

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Darian Blum shows off his number from the AHSAA state cross country meet at Oakville. He has been staying with Reggie and Robyn Corum.

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International athlete German exchange student gets his opportunity to play sports in Hartselle STORY AND PHOTO BY BRENT MAZE

“I was really looking forarian Blum had Darian Blum runs alongside fellow Hartselle ward to the warmer never played runner Jon Paulsen. weather,” Darian said. “I any organized love the warm weather, sports in his life. but I couldn’t get used to So when the exchange the air conditioning. We student from Heidelberg, don’t have air conditionGermany, came to ing in Germany.”

Hartselle right before Darian said training was school started this year, he difficult for him, but he wanted to fulfill that witnessed improvement, dream. thanks to the push he got However, his sport of from HHS cross country choice – cross country – coach Kenny Lopez. was one that would chalHis best time was 21:29. lenge him.

“I got a lot better “They told me that the throughout the year,” race was a 5k,” Blum said.

Blum said. “In a lot of “I said, ‘There’s no way ways, you don’t really compete with anyone other than yourthey mean five kilometers. I can’t run five kilometers.’” self. You’re always trying to do better than you did the last The road was tough for Blum, but he survived and excelled time. through the season. He was a part of the first Hartselle boys “I’m happy that I got this opportunity. I have a lot of great cross country team that advanced to the AHSAA State teammates. My team has been supportive of me. It’s been a Championships in November. great experience.”

Robyn Corum, who along with husband Reggie signed up to Robyn also added that he can continue participating in cross let Blum stay with them this year, said Blum had a difficult country back home in Germany. time through the season. He has battled illness and injuries “This is something that he can take with him when he goes throughout his time on the cross country team. back home,” Robyn said. “He did a great job this season.”

“He’s had a really tough time since he’s been here,” Corum Darian said he’s enjoyed his time in America living with the said. “He’s been hurting because he’s never trained like this Corums. before. And he’s also been sick for a lot of the time he’s been “Americans are very friendly,” Darian said. here. I think some of that is due to having a different diet. He’s probably eaten more fried foods here than he’s ever had.”

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Under-theSkin Turkey (courtesy Getty Images)

FOOD

Time for Turkey ne of the most memorable moments at any holiday dinner is when a moist, delicious turkey is brought to the table. Everyone grabs their forks at the sight of a perfectly brown bird glistening with juicy flavor.

Make sure your holiday meal is a special one by following these simple tips for roasting the perfect turkey. For more recipes, visit www.bertolli.com.

For example, a 20 pound bird takes four days to thaw. Thaw it faster by covering with cold water in the sink and changing the water every half hour per pound of turkey.

• Don’t unwrap a frozen turkey before thawing.

• Refrigerate the turkey as soon as it has thawed or cook it immediately.

• For best eating quality, do not refreeze uncooked turkey.

• Thaw your turkey in the refrigerator for 24 hours per 5 pounds in weight.

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Thawing the Turkey

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• Buy a turkey with a pop-up timer, which ensures proper cooking time.

• Baste the turkey with Bertolli Extra Light Olive Oil. • Place turkey breast-side-up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cook in an oven preheated to 325°F. • For an unstuffed turkey, place a stalk or two of celery, seasonings, a cut-up onion and a handful of parsley in the cavity to keep it moist.

• Lay a “tent” of foil loosely over the turkey to prevent over-browning.

• During the last half hour of cooking, remove the foil and baste.

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• The turkey is done when the meat thermometer is 180°F and the stuffing is 165°F. If you don’t have a meat thermometer, look for the red stem to go up on the pop-up timer, press a thumb and forefinger into the thick part of the drumstick to see if it feels soft or wiggle a drumstick to see if it moves easily.

• Never partially cook a turkey. Always cook it completely once started.

• For easier carving, let the turkey stand at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.

Save all of the delicious leftover turkey in a sealable container and store it in the refrigerator. There are many great recipes that feature turkey, such as stir-fry with vegetables, turkey wraps, burritos, turkey hash, turkey loaf and, of course, good, old-fashioned turkey sandwiches.

Planning for Leftovers

the turkey is done, pop-up timer stem appears; the meat is firm to the touch and juices run clear, not pink, when pricked with fork.

Basic Dressing or Stuffing Casserole Makes 12 (1/2-cup) servings 2 6-ounce packages seasoned dressing 1 cup (2 sticks) melted butter or margarine 1 1/2 cups chopped celery 1 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 cups broth, fruit juice or water Combine dressing with butter or margarine, celery and onion.

Stir liquid in gradually. Spoon into 2 1/2 or 3-quart greased casserole dish. Bake covered 30 minutes at 350°F. Remove cover and bake 5 to 10 minutes longer for a crisper top.

Apple and Walnut Stuffing Makes 8 servings 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 cup chicken broth

3/4 cup sparkling cider 2 6-ounce packages seasoned dressing 2 cups chopped, peeled apple 1 cup chopped walnuts In a large skillet over medium heat, cook celery and onion in butter or margarine until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and heat for 2 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, add celery mixture, and mix well.

Loosely stuff turkey just before roasting. Place remaining stuffing in a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.

Easy Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing Makes 10 to 12 servings 1 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup apple juice 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 pound uncooked breakfast or mild sausage 2 cups diced, fresh celery 1 cup diced, fresh onion 1 to 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (optional) 3/4 cup chicken broth 1 10-ounce package herb seasoned stuffing

Place dried cranberries, apple juice and 1/2 cup chicken broth into small glass bowl; microwave uncovered on high for 2 minutes. Stir, and place to the side (thus allowing liquid to be absorbed by the dried berries).

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large, nonstick pot, brown sliced or chopped sausage, breaking up and stirring frequently until browned. Reduce heat to low, add celery and onion, and sauté until vegetables are somewhat tender (about 3 to 4 minutes).

Add chopped pecans if desired, soaked cranberries (including liquid), and 3/4 cup of chicken broth. Stir and remove from heat. Fold in entire contents of stuffing package until well combined and spoon mixture into a 9 x 11-inch baking dish that has been prepared with cooking oil spray.

Cover baking dish with foil and bake at 350°F for approximately 20 minutes. Remove foil, return to oven, and bake for an additional 10 minutes uncovered.

Remove from the oven, cool slightly while slicing turkey or other poultry to serve with the meal, and garnish before presentation with 1/2 cup pecan halves if desired.

Under-the-Skin Turkey

1 turkey with pop-up timer 1 handful of fresh parsley, finely minced 2 cloves garlic, finely minced 2 to 4 tablespoons Bertolli Extra Light Olive Oil 1 teaspoon herbs, Italian or Mexican seasonings, oregano or your favorite 1 orange, thinly sliced Gently run your hand under turkey skin to loosen it from the meat. Do not remove skin; simply loosen it. Mix parsley, garlic, olive oil and herbs together. Dip orange slices in mixture to coat, and then gently shove them under skin. Baste entire turkey with olive oil, which will give your turkey an appetizing golden-brown color. Bake in moderate heat (about 350°F). When

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Don’t skip the suds The importance of hand washing has long been advised by health professionals, especially during the cold and flu season. However, a recent study found that only 95 percent of Americans admit it is important to wash their hands after using a public restroom. This is particularly true with women compared to men.

What’s even more interesting is that a growing number of consumers admit to simply rinsing their hands with water without using soap in public washrooms.

In fact, this number has increased from 54 percent to 70 percent on the national level over the past two years. And just how long are they “washing” their hands? Suds or no suds, a majority of Americans do not wash their hands long enough. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the recommended time to wash one’s hands with soap and water in order to kill bacteria is at least 20 seconds.

These findings are part of the fifth annual Healthy Hand Washing Survey conducted by Bradley Corporation, a Milwaukee-based manufacturer of commercial plumbing fixtures and washroom accessories. Bradley is dedicated to innovating products that create more efficient washroom environments and promote healthy hand washing.

The survey also revealed that increased media coverage or stories about foodborne or airborne illnesses have an impact on hand washing habits. More than half of consumers, 57 percent, claimed they wash their hands more often and more thoroughly in response to news coverage. Sixty-six percent also reported washing their hands more frequently in response to news about seasonal flu outbreaks.

“These findings underscore the need for consumers to be mindful of good hand

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hygiene,” said Jon Dommisse, director of global marketing and strategic development for Bradley. “Everyone can play their part in preventing the spread of viruses such as influenza during the winter months. Always remember, it takes less than a minute to effectively wash your hands.”

Count to 20 while your washing your hands. (Courtesy Getty Images)

Stay healthy all year long

To keep you and your family healthy, Bradley recommends five simple steps to effective hand washing: Wash More Frequently – It’s important to wash your hands not only after using the washroom, but, before and after preparing and eating food; before and after treating a wound; after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing; and after touching the garbage.

Count to 20 – Proper hand washing means scrubbing with water and soap for at least 20 seconds or the time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice. Be sure to scrub the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.

Don’t Forget to Dry – Smart hand hygiene should not only include washing, but thoroughly drying hands as well.

The most hygienic and sustainable method is using an energy-efficient dryer such as the one found on the all-in-one touchless Advocate Lavatory System.

Hand Sanitizers Aren’t Enough –

While 29 percent of consumers surveyed use a hand sanitizer, it may not be as effective when hands are visibly dirty.

Anti-bacterial gel is not a substitute for soap and water, and should only be relied upon if hand washing facilities are not available.

Clean Hands Means Healthy Kids – Hand washing among school-age children is especially important because nearly 2.2 million children under the age of 5 die each year from diarrheal diseases and pneumonia, according to a 2011 study from the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. Kids should be taught healthy routines like hand washing at an early age.

For more information, find Bradley on Twitter @bradleycorp, Facebook/BradleyCorporation or visit www.bradleycorp.com/handwashing.

Alabama fan Chris Garnett has become an Internet star after his wife, Amy, posted a video of his reaction to Auburn’s miraculous win over Georgia.

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Overnight Internet sensation Video of Chris Garnett’s reaction to Auburn’s Hail Mary to beat UGA goes viral hris Garnett had no idea the camera was rolling when Auburn pulled off a miraculous, last minute victory of SEC rival Georgia.

A week later, his reaction in the heat of the moment has gone viral after getting picked up by several Auburn football blogs and was even included in a fan reaction video by the Auburn Athletics Department. As of Friday, the video had 227,000 views.

Garnett, a huge Alabama fan, said the reason why he reacted the way he did is because the play directly affected Alabama’s SEC West standings.

“If Georgia had won that game, then Alabama would have clinched the SEC West and we would have been in the SEC Championship game,” said Garnett, a Hartselle businessman who co-owns Garnett’s Lawn Equipment. “If true Alabama and Auburn fans were honest with themselves, 90 percent of them would have had the

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same reaction.”

His wife, Amy, decided to turn the camera on her husband in the final seconds because she thought Auburn was going to lose and she wanted to get his reaction.

However, the outcome was unexpected.

“I kept watching the video, laughing at it every time,” Amy said. “I decided to put it on Facebook first. Everyone just thought it was funny.

Some of them even said ‘Chris is going to kill you because you posted it.’”

The video “Bama fan reacts to Auburn’s miracle win” shows Chris going from elation to disbelief after Georgia nearly knocks a pass down from Auburn quarterback Nick Marshall but then winds up in the hands of Ricardo Louis, who scores the gamewinning touchdown.

After leaping for joy after he thought the pass was incomplete, he suddenly changes to a state of shock, so much so that he falls back in his recliner and says, “Oh my God,

how can you do that?”.

Amy, who is also an Alabama fan, said she showed Chris the video first before sharing it online. He said he didn’t like it at first, but after a few times, he started to see the humor of the moment.

She then posted it on YouTube and on her personal blog and the number of views just kept going up.

“I looked on there and saw that 1,000 people had seen it in like the first hour, then it was 10,000 and 50,000,” Amy said. “I had no idea it would be this popular. All the other videos I’ve posted have just maybe 12 or 14 views

until this one.”

Chris said he was a little concerned about posting the video because of his business.

He didn’t want to upset fans on either side of the rivalry.

However, it hasn’t affected business that much.

“The lawnmower I sold this week was to an Auburn fan,” he said.

While Chris didn’t predict the Iron Bowl, he planned keep things simple – but likely not quiet – for the big game.

“I just want to watch the game at home alone in my chair with no video cameras around,” Chris said.

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7 5 The Hartselle Veterans Parade was held in downtown Hartselle in early November. 1) Red Phillips and two other Morgan County Cattlemen smile for the camera. 2) Doug Moss, the Rev. Jack Redfearn and the Rev. Wally Blackman. 3) Brewer and Priceville ROTC smile for the camera. 4) Allison Keenum and Fay Kelly. 5) Blue Star Mothers of Morgan County members including Shelia Nelson, Barbara Larsen, Jana Roberts, Roberta Stephens and Lisa Horton prepare to march in the parade. 6) Van Stisher and Jay Lawrence. 7) Tiffany Marie Little with Kyllie.

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The Hartselle Veterans Parade was held in downtown Hartselle in early November. 1) Mike and Janice Roberson pose for a photo. 2) J.B. Buford Lawrence and John Frank Parker. 3) Carolyn Wallace and Rita Lee. 4) Sally Corum and Morgan County Sheriff Ana Franklin. 5) State Sen. Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, and Bob Dotson. 6) Mike Roberson with Tommy Jones and another parade attendee.

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1) Morley Denbo of Decatur was one of eight WWII veterans in attendance at a Veterans Day Program at the Morgan County Veterans Memorial in Priceville.

2) Navy veterans Donald Smith, left, and Don Curbo stand next to a monument waiting for the start of a Veterans Day Program.

3) Morley Denbo of Decatur was one of eight WW II veterans in attendance. 4) Olivia, Evelyn and Natalie Matthews, wait for Priceville’s Veterans Day Parade to start. Behind, from left, are their aunt Livvie Smith, and mom Solita Matthews.

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1) Army veteran Mark Hendrix addresses veterans and their guests as master of ceremonies at HJHS’s annual Veterans Day Program. 2) Air Veterans Emery Sr., left, and Ralph Emery Jr. and his companion dog Romeo visited Hartselle form Bradenton, Fla. , to attend the Veterans Day Program at Hartselle Junior High. 3) Conner McKee reads a tribute to HJHS Veterans Day Program. 4) Taylor Adams reads a tribute to veterans at the HJHS Veterans Day Program in the Pettey Center.

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1) These veterans were among those who attended the Burleson Elementary Veterans Day program. Pictured, from left, are Ken Nelson, Marine Corps; Lee Arrington, Army; and Adam Driggers. 4) Second graders James Maddox, Jaydan Orr and Mariah Orosco, from left, wave American flags to honor veterans. 3) FEB principal Sherry Calvert and Hartselle School Superintendent Vic Wilson sing the national anthem. 4) Conner Bodine, left, and David McKelvy, members of Webelow Pack 92, lead the pledge.

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