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JULY 2014
FOOD 16. Cooking with Peaches
ON THE COVER Fresh peaches are for sale by the basketful at Reeves Peach Farm on Highway 36 East in Hartselle. (Photo by Joy Harris)
Hartselle is home to a plentiful peach market with over 20 varieties of the fruit. This Southern favorite can add a little something special to most any dish.
STAFF President and Publisher Randy Garrison Editor Brent Maze Contributors Clif Knight Richard Hollingsworth Joy Harris Jaxon Peebles Advertising Pam Gray Office Staff Ann Kirby April Thompson Katie Sparkman
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12 GET TO KNOW: Nancy Busby knows how to handle work and play on a busy schedule.
WAY OF LIFE: The Morgan County Cattleman’s Association is going strong after 75 years.
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20 RELIGION: Hartselle’s 118th Camp Meeting draws youth groups from all over the state.
WELLNESS: A healthy lunch can help students stay active and alert throughout the school day.
IN EACH ISSUE: Letters • 6 Calendar • 8 Scene • 22 Classifieds • 29 Last Word • 30
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LETTERS
Summer, summer where have thy gone?
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life at school, s I sit that definitely here becomes a typing large part of this, the your life’s acthought that sumtivities. They mer is already miss their coming to a close friends, school really hit home. sports and I got a haircut maybe even tonight because I their teachers. know the barberWhile many shops will be full adults think next week with they would be everyone wanting happy if they to get sheared bedid not have fore school starts to go to work back. As I walked each day, most through Walof us would Mart, I couldn’t be lost withescape all of the out that part back to school of our lives. items displayed. It’s the same If you’re wanting with school, a quick beach even though trip, good luck, Randy Garrison • Letter from the Publisher they might everyone else is complain and trying to book dread the start date, all is usually well within a matter of days. one as well before the school year starts again. They are back into their routine, and the fussing decreases. Now (officially) summer is not over until Sept. 20, but since The end of summer also means football season is right around most folks look to the beginning of school as the unofficial the corner. High school football kicks off Aug. 22, with coldate, the days of summer are drawing close to an end. For most schools in our area, the first bells will be ringing in less than two lege football just a couple of weeks later. I, for one, am looking forward to tailgating on the plains, one of my favorite activities weeks. The lazy days of summer for many will soon be over; each fall. all of my teacher friends will be headed back to work. Just kidThis has been a good summer overall. We have enjoyed kids ding on that one since most have already been working in their we watched grow up to mark special milestones in their lives. classrooms and/or taking classes or workshops during the past They are now graduating college, marrying, having children and couple of months. But I have read a few Facebook posts where beginning their adult lives. We have watched our oldest gradusome teachers even looked forward to going back because they ate pharmacy school and begin his career. But as the days of miss their kids. That is, my friends, dedication. summer- as all seasons comes to a close- the new one will bring Truth be told, many of the kids still of school age might even be looking forward to being back. Most people, even the young- good times with good people and hold memories to be made. Summer of 2014- it has been a good ride. sters, like routine, and when you spend nine months of your 6 • Hartselle Living
Fast action can save lives AL.com in October. “We have already begun working toward these goals. A pilot program recently launched across 18 counties in southeast Alabama established a system of care, which is basically a coordinated response that happens when someone calls 911 to report a stroke or shows up at the hospital. In order to truly reach our goals, however, we need to expand that program statewide,” Brent Maze • Letter from the Editor Wesson said. We need to support this cause. One of my relatives lived a full life until Not only will this program save she had a stroke. She was never the same lives, but early detection and treatment after that incident. could also help prevent long-lasting disMy prayer is that no one will ever have abilities, such as paralysis, speech loss to go through what she went through ever and other problems. again. Stroke has affected our family as well.
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lizabeth Wesson knows about stroke awareness. Long before that became the basis for her platform during her time as a Miss Alabama contestant for the last four years, it was already something that was important to the Hartselle native. Her mom, Bobbie, had a stroke when Elizabeth was 11 years old. Once Elizabeth entered a Miss America organization pageant at the University of AlabamaBirmingham in 2010, she teamed up with the Act F.A.S.T. stroke awareness and prevention program as her platform. “My goal is simple: That Alabama stroke patients get to the nearest and bestequipped hospital for treatment, and that we establish a statewide stroke registry to better document and understand the impact of this medical emergency in our state,” Elizabeth said in a letter to
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CALENDAR July 30
HHS Schedule Pick-up Schedule pickup for Hartselle High School seniors will be July 30 from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. for juniors. Students picking up schedules at these times must clear all balances and pay any course fees owed for 2014-15. Lockers, parking spaces and yearbooks may also be secured at those times. Any student that does not pick up schedules early will receive his or hers on the first day of classes, Aug. 7. DHS Schedule Pick-up Danville High School schedule pickup, locker purchase and parking space purchase for ninth graders will be July 30 at 9:30 a.m.
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HHS Schedule Pick-up Schedule pickup for Hartselle High School sophomores will be July 31 from 9 a.m. to noon and freshmen between 1 and 4 p.m. Students picking up schedules at these times must clear all balances and pay any course fees owed for 201415. Lockers and yearbooks may also be secured at those times. Any student that does not pick up schedules early will receive his or hers on the first day of classes, Aug. 7. Falkville Summer Reading The Falkville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Fizz! Boom! Read!” A Lab Safety Skit by the Dawson family will be presented, starting at 2 p.m. Reading records are to be turned in, and there will be an awards ceremony with a pizza party finale. T-shirts, totes, bookmarks and other items will be available. Area children and youth are welcome. For more information, call 256-784-5822.
Aug. 1
HHS Freshman Camp Hartselle High School will conduct a Freshman Camp Aug. 1.
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Hartselle High School juniors fill the stairwell lining up to pick up their schedules and pay fees before school started during last year’s schedule pick-up.
Aug. 2
Falkville Prayer Gathering Community prayer gathering for schools will be Aug. 2 at 9 a.m. in front of Falkville High School cafeteria. Immediately after the service, there will be a prayer walk. Sandlin Family Reunion The 80th consecutive annual Sandlin family reunion will be held Sat., Aug. 2, at the Fort Decatur Recreation Center, located at 610 Fourth Street in Decatur. Anyone with the last name of Sandlin is welcome. Fun and fellowship in airconditioned comfort from 10 a.m. until last cousins leave. Covered dish dinner at noon. For more information, contact Patsy Lee Sandlin Medlock at 205-9957988 or patsymedlock@bellsouth.net. Flag Football Tournament Hartselle Youth Football will host its inaugural flag football tournament fundraiser Aug. 2 beginning at 4 p.m. Admission will be $4 at the gate and children 12
and under will be admitted free. There will be a pregame contest for the kids with prizes including one-day pool passes for up to four people to the Hartselle Aquatic Center. For more information or vendor registration, call Chris Hughes at 256-3454617 or Joey Schutt at 256-990-3335.
Aug. 4
HHS Kickoff HHS kickoff teachers luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. in the cafeteria.
Aug. 5
HIS Orientation Hartselle Intermediate School will have orientation for incoming fifth graders and their parents Tues., Aug. 5, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the HIS gym. Fees can be paid and students are welcome to bring school supplies. ACT Workshop EVENTS continued on page 9
EVENTS, from 8 Hartselle High School will host an ACT Mastery workshop for teachers. HHS and HJHS teachers along with teachers from Athens City and Lawrence County will attend. Babysitting 101 Babysitting 101 will be Aug. 5 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Sparkman Civic Center. Learn the basics of babysitting, diaper changing, feeding, games to play with children and what to do in an emergency. This is not a Red Cross certification class. There is no fee for this class. Registration deadline is July 30.
Aug. 6
HIS Orientation Hartselle Intermediate School will have orientation for upcoming sixth graders and their parents Wed., Aug. 6, from 3 to 5 p.m. Fees can be paid during orientation and students are welcome to bring their school supplies as well.
Aug. 7
School Starts Hartselle City and Morgan County schools will begin school Aug. 7.
Aug. 9
Sweet Tea Saturday The August Sweet Tea Saturday event will be Aug. 9 in downtown Hartselle. For more information, log on to Sweet Tea Saturdays on Hartselle’s Facebook page.
Aug. 15
Red Neck Gala The employees of Decatur Morgan Hospital will sponsor a Red Neck Gala Aug. 15 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. Limited tickets are being sold. General admission is $25 and reserve seating is $40. Tickets can be purchased at any Decatur Morgan campus. This is a fundraiser for the hospital and is tax deductible. It’s a fun time for all with food, dancing and lots of smiles. For more information or to be
a sponsor, please contact Kathy WhiteGoodwin at 256-341-2589.
Aug. 14-16
Cinderella College Street Players will present Rodger & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” Aug. 14-16 at the Hartselle Fine Arts Center. Performances will be at 7 p.m. each night along with two additional performances Sat., Aug. 16, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 for students and seniors and $10 for adults. Tickets will be available at HFAC. The play will be directed by Jenny Faulk and Kathy Manning and the director of music is Wanda Thompson.
Aug. 21
Class of ‘59 Reunion The MCHS Class of 1959 members and guests are invited to the fifth annual Meet ‘N Eat Aug. 21 at 6 p.m. at Sedona Restaurant. Please RSVP to Maxine at hornet@ieee.org 256-773-4978 or Linda at rjohnston91@att.net or 256-560-0771.
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GET TO KNOW
Nancy Busby N
ot many Hartselle residents cover as much ground as Nancy Busby when it comes to fulfilling the role of a successful businesswoman and community leader. Busby, 71, is a native of Somerville and is a widow and mother of four children. She has eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She has been a Realtor for 28 years and has been employed at Coldwell Banker Team Hartselle Real Estate for 18 1/2 years. She is also a Hartselle Police Academy alumna, Chamber of Commerce director, member of the Hartselle Beautification Association board, Hartselle Historical Society member, Civitan Club member and former North Alabama District Governor. Busby is active at Lacey’s Spring Calvary and Nature’s Trail churches. She is a Hartselle Humanitarian Award winner and is a former NSA national softball player and softball umpire. She is also a Decatur 8ers square dancer, seamstress, gardener and bowler. To get the inside story on her, this writer tossed some questions in her direction and came up with the following answers during a recent interview: Hartselle Living: What are some of the extra-curricular activities that keep you busy in your free time? Nancy Busby: As a member of the Police Academy Alumni Association, I volunteer for Hartselle Police Department when they need help directing traffic at special events or filling in for other tasks. I’m an active member of the Hartselle Civitan Club, where I served three years as president and one year as Governor of the Alabama North District. I also serve as a director for 10 • Hartselle Living
Busby stays busy as a Realtor, community leader and sports enthusiast in Hartselle
Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce, committee member for the Special Needs Accessible Playground, Hartselle Beautification Association director and work with the special needs Olympic programs. I also enjoy watching my grandchildren play school sports and sew and work in my small garden when I’m at home on Hammitt Street. HL: Can you single out a community project that has brought you great satisfaction? NB: I helped lay the foundation for the John Mark Stallings SNAP as a member of the Hartselle Civitan Club. We wanted to build a playground for special needs children and initiated the project by purchasing the equipment we needed in 2001-2002. Without further funding, the equipment remained in storage for several years. Finally, we partnered with Kiwanis, Rotary and Lions Club to launch SNAP under the direction of Bob Francis. When the playground phase was completed, I was honored to assist Larry Byrd as he was chosen to take the first ride in a wheelchair accessible swing. HL: What is your ideal vacation? NB: Go to the mountains in October and look at the beautiful colors of the leaves in the trees. An Alaskan cruise is on my bucket list of things to do. HL: What about Hartselle appeals to you the most? NB: I like the quietness, friendly neighbors, the railroad tracks and low crime rate. I feel comfortable even if I wake up in the morning and find that I left the front door open. You seldom ever meet anyone who is rude.
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HL: What is your favorite sport and college football team? NB: I’m an Atlanta Braves fan. I played softball in the 70s and 80s and was picked for the ASA National Team. I used to umpire ASA games and still umpire for fun games when I’m asked, and I still pick a softball up and play catch with my grandchildren and coach when they will let me. I’m a “Bear” Bryant fan first and an Alabama football fan second. But I pull for Auburn to win when they’re not playing Alabama or when they have a chance to win an SEC or NCAA championship and Alabama doesn’t. HL: As a Realtor, what advice do you give the homeowner who is preparing to put his or her house up for sale? NB: Listing a property for sale is one thing; getting the prospective buyer to go inside to look is another matter. Curb appeal is important. Make any repairs needed. Keep the lawn well groomed and repaint inside and outside. HL: What is the first thing a potential buyer looks for when touring a home for sale? NB: The women look at the bathrooms and kitchen; the men look at the yard and garage or workshop. HL: What is the biggest change you’ve seen in the real estate market? NB: Technology. When I started here 18 1/2 years ago, we had one office computer. Today, we all have laptops and smart phones. The prospective buyer can sit at home and use the Internet to take a virtual tour of every home that is listed in Hartselle and the surrounding areas.
One of Nancy Busby’s numerous hobbies is realty.
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OUR WAY OF LIFE
Farming to feed the family Local cattlemen pass on their passion for farming, the Cattlemen’s Association and the country way of life STORY BY JOY HARRIS PHOTOS BY JANICE DOTSON
From left, Katrina Posey, Wayne Hensley, Brad Hensley and Chris Hensley herd their cows for transportation to regional rodeos.
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organ County is home to numerous farming families and their cattle. Despite new industries moving into North Alabama, farming crops and raising cattle is still prevalent. The Morgan County Cattlemen’s and Cattlewomen’s Associations are thriving societies of like-minded farming men and women who promote beef through an annual beef cook-off in area schools, raise money for school agricultural departments and provide scholarships to local students. The Cattlemen’s Association was founded in 1939. Katrina Hensley Posey of Priceville is the 2014 Morgan County Cattlewomen’s Association president. Jeremy Johnson of Cotaco is the current Morgan County Cattleman of the Year. Several of the local farming families also participate in or provide cattle for area rodeos. Every Saturday, the Hensleys of Priceville herd their cattle for transportation and compete in mugging, roping, branding, trailer loading and milking as a four-person team. Farming is still alive and well in Morgan County, and will be for many generations to come. Top: From left, Kathy Webb and Billy and Sarah Childers stand in Childer’s Corner, a landmark in the Oden Ridge community ran by the Childers family for 42 years. Billy’s father Mock Oliver Childers opened the country store back in the early 1940s. Middle: Allen, Danielle, Adam and Matthew Slaten carry on the family tradition of farming. Adam is a full-time farmer, raising his own cattle and hay and working for another local farmer with row cropping. Left: Jeremy, Kyle, Emma, Nikki and Cole Johnson raise cattle and grow hay on their family farm. Jeremy was recognized as 2014 Farmer of the Year. He currently works as a contractor for Day & Zimmerman at TVA, but he has had a passion for farming since he was only 5 years old.
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Hartselle’s old tabernacle sheds light in the sky for its 118th annual camp meeting. With Evangelist Junior Hill preaching, Sunday opening service attracted a standing room only crowd.
RELIGION
Ole time religion feelin’ Time spent at Hartselle Camp Meeting invigorates youth, builds Christian faith STORY AND PHOTOS BY CLIF KNIGHT
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ne of the bright spots and a growing arm of Hartselle Camp Meeting is its youth ministry. This year, the week-long encampment attracted more than 30 young people to Hartselle from Alabama towns and cities as far away as Tuscaloosa. The age range was 12 to 20. The quiet, secluded campus, a mile from downtown Hartselle, offered campers an opportunity to build their faith in Christ through the spoken Word, Bible study, prayer, singing and mission work. It also allowed plenty of free time for competitive games, recreation and fellowship. A typical camp day included morning watch, morning worship, recreation/free time (4 1/2 hours), Bible study, eve14 • Hartselle Living
ning worship, canteen and student devotion. The youth also participated in a mission project. “A lot of people think the camp meeting is old-fashioned but that’s not the case with these young people,” said youth director Rob Cain. “Once they’re here, they see the beauty and unique character of the Tabernacle grounds and feel the presence of the Lord and realize there are other youth who share the love of Christ with them.” “This is my first time here,” said girls counselor Susanna Riddle of Tuscaloosa, a senior at the University of Alabama. “This is a very special campground, and serving the Lord here has been an awesome experience.” CAMP continued on page 15
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“I’ve gotten to know everyone, especially the girls,” Riddle pointed out. “We’ve done a lot of fun things together like swimming at the aquatic center, toasting s’mores at a bonfire at the cave, sharing snacks and soft drinks at the canteen and playing games in the dormitory. The worship services have enabled us to grow closer to our Lord and strengthen our Christian testimony. “I have already made plans to come back next year,” she added, “I have the phone numbers of each of the girls and I’m gong to keep in touch.” “Going to camp is a good way to get away from the ways of the world and spend quality time with God and fellow Christians,” said Waid Miller, a 2014 Hartselle High School graduate who is on scholarship to play football at Birmingham-Southern College this fall. “My parents come to camp meeting and I’ve come with them since I was in the seventh grade.” Miller said he chose Birmingham Southern as his college of choice because it is a religion-based school. Abby Ivy, 14, said she returned to camp for the second year after being invited by a friend, Maddie Cain, last year. “It’s been a lot of fun,” Ivy stated. “It’s different from being with my normal church group. My Christian faith has definitely grown.” The Hartselle Camp Meeting attracted more than 30 young people from all over Alabama for the week-long retreat. Ages ranged from 12-20, and youth groups traveled from as far as Tuscaloosa. Above: Ariana Findley, left, and Jamezee Boothe hold hands and say a prayer during the youth retreat. Left: Kelly Wooley, Sarah Butler and Tristan Ponder, from left, arrived to the meeting early to get front row seats at the opening service of Hartselle Camp Meeting Sunday evening. Bottom Left: Caleb Puckett, Will Miller and Evan Rice, from left, use handheld fans to help beat the heat at the opening service of Hartselle Camp Meeting. Bottom Right: Susanna Riddle served as a youth girls’ counselor at the Hartselle Camp Meeting this year.
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Fresh peaches from Reeves Peach Farm on Highway 36 East in Hartselle
FOOD
Peaches perfect for summer potlucks, picnics Easy, delicious ways to put a Southern classic into every course of the meal STORY AND PHOTOS BY JOY HARRIS 16 • Hartselle Living
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trawberries seem to get all the attention during the summer with their rich color and abundance in cakes and fruit trays, but the delicious afterthought of summer fruits would probably have to be the peach. Peaches have a rich history in Hartselle, growing off Highway 36 East since 1959. The Reeves family has been farming on the land that is now Reeves Peach Farm since 1835 when Thomas “Jack” Reeves grew cotton, corn and vegetables for his family. Four generations of Reeves have been growing peaches and other fruits for the entire Hartselle area. The most popular peach-inspired dishes are usually desserts such as peach cobbler, ice cream or pie. These are all delicious favorites, but the peach can be included in other courses of the meal. Peaches can be used in marinades, salads, salsas, stirfries, soups and more. Gourmet chefs are grilling, frying, sautéing, spicing and sweating peaches for sweet and savory entrees and sides. Peach barbecue sauce can be added to any pork or chicken recipe to liven up a summer potluck or family dinner night. This fruity flare is sure to impress even the most experienced foodie. The spicy kick of salsa can be combined with the sweet taste of peaches to make a savory dip for tortilla chips. Peaches can be added to corn or bean salsas for an even more interesting flavor. More than just plates can enjoy the company of fresh peaches. Peaches can be infused into iced tea for a unique and refreshing twist on a Southern favorite. Peach punch is great for special occasions or as a special treat. Of course, peaches can also still be used in their traditional role as an addition or cornerstone of delicious desserts. Traditional recipes such as peach cobbler or peach ice cream are sure to be crowd pleasers. More distinctive peach desserts include peach pound cake and peachy dessert pizza. A nice ripe peach or two is a welcome addition to any course of a meal. These summer fruits shouldn’t be overlooked at the farmer’s market.
Peach Barbecue Sauce (photo courtesy of kissmysmoke.com)
Peach Salsa (courtesy of shewearsmanyhats.com
Peach Salsa 4-6 ripe peaches diced 2 medium tomatoes, diced ½ jalapeno, finely minced ¼ cup yellow pepper, small dice ¼ cup red onion, finely diced 1 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 lime ¼ tsp. chili powder 1 Tbsp. brown sugar, packed Salt and pepper to taste Mix all ingredients together well. Serve with tortilla chips right away or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. – Courtesy of shewearsmanyhats.com
Peach Barbecue Sauce 3 Tbsp. butter 1 large or 2 small shallots, diced 1-2 cloves garlic, pressed or chopped finely Salt and pepper 2 Tbsp. brown sugar ½-1 tsp. cinnamon ½-1 tsp. paprika 1 cup ketchup 1 cup fresh peaches 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Juice from ½ fresh lemon
Pulse peaches in food processor until chunky or smooth as desired and set aside. Melt butter in large saucepan. Add shallots and cook 5- 10 minutes until golden brown. Add spices, ketchup, brown sugar and peaches. Cook until it comes to a boil. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice, bringing mix back to a boil for about a minute. Reduce to a simmer and let it sit for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Sauce is great for chicken, fish, pork and more. – Courtesy of kissmysmoke.com PEACHES continued on page 18
How to Pick the Perfect Peach Peaches will not sweeten after being picked, so it is important to make sure peaches were not picked too early. A nice ripe peach has a yellow or creamy background color with rosy cheeks. Avoid peaches with green undertones. Leave ripe peaches at room temperature for a couple days to let them get softer and juicier. Unused peaches will keep for 3-5 days in the refrigerator.
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PEACHES, from 17 Peachy Dessert Pizza
Sweeten pureed peaches up to 3 cups. Mix all ingredients and put in ice cream freezer.
Peachy Dessert Pizza
1 roll sugar cookie dough 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 tsp. vanilla ¼ cup sugar Fresh peaches, strawberries, kiwis, etc.
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Peach Slush Punch 1 small apricot Jell-O mix 1 small peach Jell-O mix 1 ½ cups sugar 1 can frozen lemonade 1 quart pineapple juice 1 quart ginger-ale 2 cups cold water
Press sugar cookie dough on an ungreased pizza pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until light brown around edges. Mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until creamy and easy to spread. Spread the cream cheese mixture on the cooled cookie and arrange the desired amount of fruit on top. – Courtesy of Lisa Parker
Peach Ice Cream 1 cup sugar 1 large can evaporated milk
A ripe peach still on the tree at Reeves Peach Farm
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1 can Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk ½ pint whipping cream 1 quart sweet milk
1-2 tsp. vanilla 3 cups pureed peaches and sugar mixture
Dissolve both Jell-O mixes in 1 quart boiling water. Turn off stove and remove from heat. Add sugar and lemonade until dissolved. Mix with cold water. Add pineapple juice and ginger-ale. Freeze in gallon Ziploc bags for easy removal and crushing up. – Courtesy of Wanda Chaney
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A balanced lunch is an essential part of the school day for children.
WELLNESS
Add balance to packed lunches and snacks Tips on how to keep your kids fueled and focused for school
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hen you supply your kids with nutritious and sensible choices, you’re ensuring a productive day in the classroom and beyond. It’s simple to make lunch and snack time fun by tossing in some new, wholesome options that add variety and appeal for your little learner. Be sure to add new foods to the mix and pack them different foods to keep them trying new things. The most important nutrients parents seek
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when selecting the foods they feed their kids are protein, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin D and iron. While stocking up on foods rich in these nourishing elements is certainly helpful, there’s no way to ensure your child will eat them. But recent studies have found that kids are actually more likely than their parents to be the first of their friends to try new food or nutrition products. Take the opportunity to start nutritious eating LUNCH continued on page 21
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habits at a young age with flavorful food combinations that create balance at snack and meal time. For example, pair a kid-andparent-pleasing choice, such as a mini cheese wheel or pack of string cheese, with their favorite fruit or vegetable. In fact, a recent study shows that replacing non-nutrient rich snack foods like chips with a combination of cheese and vegetables can help reduce calories by 72 percent and keep kids feeling fuller longer. Packing a nutritious lunch or snack doesn’t have to be stressful. To help parents make better choices while grocery shopping, Catherine McCord, author of Weelicious Lunches and Weelicious.com and Mini Babybel Brand Advocate, offers these tasty
ideas to make lunches and snacks more wholesome for the whole family: Protein Picks: To keep them
Packing a nutritious lunch or snack doesn’t have to be stressful. feeling satisfied and fuller longer, include a few protein-packed choices in their lunch bag. Some options include roasted chicken, steamed edamame, hard boiled eggs, nuts or a Mini Babybel cheese. With seven delicious flavors that offer 5-6 grams of protein and 15-20 percent of daily calcium needs, this cheese snack is
sure to satisfy.
Sweet Additions: Make their
midday meal and snack time more complete with the addition of one or two servings of fruit. Some delicious options include apples, apricots, strawberries, blueberries, kiwis or pears. Fresh Finds: Many vegetables offer fiber and other nutrients not found in other snacks. Throw in a bag of chopped vegetables, such as baby carrots, broccoli florets, celery, red bell peppers or sugar snap peas. With a balanced approach to eating, you’ll be able to send the whole family off to school or work prepared for whatever their busy day brings. You may also introduce them to some new favorite foods.
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OUT AND ABOUT
Sweet Tea Saturdays are once a month through October. Top Left: Nellie Wyatt made her own patriotic apparel and dressed as the Statue of Liberty for Sweet Tea Saturday. Top Right: Raegan Halbrooks, 2, sits in a stroller at Zoey’s. Middle Left: Jerry Prickett and son Carson check out a new Ford Mustang in downtown Hartselle. Middle Right: Red Wallace, left, and Hank Quattlebaum cook for the Cattlemen’s Association. Bottom Left: Ray Franklin has his blood pressure checked by Kathy White Goodwin of Decatur Morgan Hospital. Bottom Right: Paul Downs grills hotdogs on a Big Green Egg.
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Camp ARTselle and Camp After Hours were June 23-26. Top Left: Camp ARTselle students worked hard all week to close with a final production. Top Right: Michael Ballew, director of Camp ARTselle, thanks the parents after the final production June 26. Middle Left: Ashley Dolbeer and the rest of the dance class practices dancing to “Surfin’ USA,” which they choreographed themselves during choreography class at Camp After Hours. Bottom Right: Lucas McMinemon, 5, competes in a limbo contest during music class at Camp ARTselle. Bottom Photo: A group of Camp ARTselle students finish a dance-off skit during the Camp ARTselle Beach Bop 2014 final production June 26.
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The Pentecostals of Hartselle had a fireworks show July 3 at the site of their future home on Alabama 36 West. Top Left: From left, (front row) Lyndie Ikard, Addie Shaneyfelt, (back row) Ken Graham, Stacey Ikard, Allison Hanserd, Hayden Hanserd and Gracie Poe enjoyed the fireworks show. Top Right: From left, Chad Morgan, Rylan Morgan, Tina Morgan, Sadie Morgan and Jack Hill enjoyed the fireworks show. Middle Left: Fireworks burst in the night sky during the annual fireworks show hosted by the Pentecostals of Hartselle. Middle Right: The show lasted about 30 minutes and drew a tremendous crowd. Bottom Photo: From left, Brad Shaneyfelt, Sandra Shaneyfelt, Mark Reynolds, Marcy Reynolds, Marshall Reynolds, Talmage Reynolds, Sam Shaneyfelt, Kathy Reynolds and Addie Shaneyfelt enjoyed the fireworks show.
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The Hartselle Rotary Club recently announced two new Paul Harris Fellows June 25. Top Photo: Treasurer David Burleson shows the club a certificate he is giving to outgoing president Robert Dotson. Middle Left: David Sittason, left, and Carolyn Wallace were honored as Paul Harris Fellows, the highest award given by local clubs. The Morgan County Extension Office held a cake decorating class July 16. Middle Right: Hannah Pirkle, 9, poses with the cake she decorated at the cakedeocrating workshop. Bottom Left: Sydni Diaz, 11, poses with the cake she decorated. Bottom Right: Madelyn Pirkle and Natalie Pirkle pose with the cakes they decorated.
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Forrest Chapel United Methodist Church hosted a Special Needs Splash Pad Party at SNAP June 28 for local school-age children with special physical or mental needs as part of a community outreach ministry. Top Left: Kids hang on to their snow cones while being spun in a sit-and-spin. Top Right: McKenizie Smith, 1, rides a spring bike. Middle Left: Kathryn Wallace, left, and Pastor Patsy Carlberg pose for a picture. Middle Right: From left, Phyllis, Dustin, Austin and Billy Ray Drinkard take a break from the sun. Bottom Left: Selena Lindsey, left, and Hailee Suggs enjoy firing the water gun. Bottom Right: Anslie Voughn, 4, runs through the water fountains.
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Kindergarten Camps were held in all three Hartselle elementary schools. Top Left: Caroline Braddock works with colors at Burleson Elementary School. Top Right: Max Heflin, left, and Sloane Hammack look for fish in the pond at Barkley Bridge Elementary. Middle Left: Students color and draw pictures at Burleson Elementary. Middle Right: Emilee Stephenson, Kylie Hammon and Hailey Scott build a “very hungry caterpillar” at Crestline Elementary School. Bottom Left: Jevon Pierce, Gram Flowers and Aiden Brown, from left, sit for a snack at Barkley Bridge Elementary. Bottom Right: Lilly McCarley and Ilana Shariett build a bond of friendship at Burleson Elementary.
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The William Bradford Huie Public Library hosted “Fizz! Boom! Read!” summer reading program every Tuesday in July. Special guests included animal expert Chris Keenum, Friends of the Library dogs, magician Archie Wade and more. Top Left: Christen Hines holds Marshall Reynolds and Marlee Hines as they listen to “Ike in the Kennel.” Top Right: Madison Shaneyfelt, left, and Connor Wallace look at a book together. Middle Left: Damien Peters reads “The Great Dog Wash” while Anna the husky relaxes on the table. Middle Right: Marshall Reynolds reads an Elmo book. Bottom Photo: From left, Paige Nelson, “Nana” Puckett and Payton Nelson enjoyed snow cones at the summer reading kickoff July 1.
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