I have not shared some of my “finds” lately, so I am going to tell you about several today.  These are some of my families favorites these days.

All of these finds are ‘food’ finds except for one but they are what we have discovered lately.

I love these LARGE glass Vases that I found at Family Dollar recently.  You could do so many things with these and use them for any occasion.  You do not find these often (you can fill it with fruits, vegetables, balls, etc. and then put the water and  flowers in) at this price and this large.  Remember, Family Dollar is located on Willow Street (down from the Scottsboro Utilities Board).

You probably have seen the Green Mountain Coffee bags or boxesat Walmart but maybe not sure how good it was….. Well, I love the Green Mountain Coffee Breafast Blend.  It also comes in the single servings for those coffee makers.  If you have not tried this, you need to because hopefully it will be your ‘favorite’ coffee after one sip.

I have said before that my girls LOVE muffins and these are probably their favorite (and their friends) that I make for them. You would think they were made from ’scratch’ but really it is just a packet of Martha White Muffin Mix (Strawberry and Blueberry Cheesecake) and I add a 1/2 cup of skim milk.  I always make two bags at one time so the muffins are really big.

I had a friend who introduced me to Progresso  French Onion Soup and it is so good.  To make it even better, you can put a small piece of french bread with some low-fat or fat free mozzarella cheese and you have the best meal. 

My girls and I are addicted to these…… They are really clementines but called Cuties and you will only get enjoy them only a few more weeks.  If you can find them in the box, get it because a bag does not last long.  We can go through a bag in 3 days.

I love creamer in my coffee and this is my favorite these days.  It is International Delight Coffee (Skinny Fat Free) White Chocolate Mocha and it is more than good.

You can also get the “Singles” in creamer (liquid) and they are great for when you are on the go. 

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At Highlands, volunteers expand the capabilities of physicians, nurses and staff.   The information desk and gift shop are completely managed by volunteers, each of whom has committed to four-hour shifts either in the morning or afternoon.

Throughout the year, Highlands volunteers also host numerous fundraising events to benefit the medical center.  Annually, the group conducts several jewelry, used book and baked goods sales – the proceeds of which are donated to Highlands.   Two years ago, funds from the drives made it possible to purchase two new ambulances, and volunteers hope to raise enough money this year to purchase a van for the nursing care facilities.

“In addition to fundraisers, we also help with the Foundation uniform sale and blood drives,”says Ena Martin, volunteer coordinator and human resources generalist at Highlands. “We’re available anywhere we’re needed, and we’re always ready to help.”

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Individuals interested in volunteering must complete an application and undergo drug and tuberculosis skin testing. Candidates should be prepared to supply background information and a personal reference.

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Big ‘C’ Drugs continues to move forward with technology as well as staying abreast of the latest medical pharmaceutical breakthroughs.

For the highly technical patient, Big ‘C’ now offers a new updated and more user friendly Refill Rx.

Refill Rx is a website dedicated to providing you access to “your” pharmacy via the Internet.   With Refill Rx, you are able to perform functions such as submit refill requests, learn the status of your prescriptions, view and print patient education leaflets, as well as obtain valuable store coupons.

Another way, Big C Drugs offers more personalized attention to their customers is through our compounding.

Compounding is the ability to prepare unique, otherwise unavailable, and more palatable dosage forms of medications. In our compounding lab, the pharmacist can customize medications to suit the patients needs. All compounding requests come from doctors and it is essentially a triad-doctor, patient and pharmacist.

For more information on Big C Drugs, you can go to their website here.

With all of the rain that we have had lately, looking for a new car or truckmay be the last thing on your mind these days.  Don’t let the rain put a damper on your car shopping…remember all of Harbin Automotive’s inventory is online at www.harbinautomotive.com You can shop rain-free in the comfort of your own home.

If you have not seen the new 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, this is a glimpse of the outside but you will definitely want to check out all that this vehicle has to offer.  I love the looks, size and features.

The Wimberly House is having a BIG WINTER SALE right now and it will go through tomorrow (Saturday, January 28th) and this sale includes all clothes and shoes at 1/2 price.  There are additional sale items throughout the store too.

I love these vinyl letters that The Wimberly House has that you can put on just about anything.  You can take a plain candle and add an initial to it and it looks totally different.  They have letters in small and large sizes.

Burlap Door Decorations are a hot item these days and I love this Valentine one that I found at The Wimberly House.  I love the shape and colors of it. If you are wanting a few heart items to make your home feel “festive”, you need to see the ‘heart’ goods here.

FBC will be having a guest Sunday night and I would like to invite all of you to hear and enjoy Dennis Swanberg.  Dennis is a America’s “Minister of Encouragement” so there is sure to be lots of laughs and only a good time.

To learn more about Dennis, you can go to his website here.

I shared with you a few months ago about this MUCH NEEDED service/business that Justin Mayhew is offering… 

I recently had my Wedding VHS tape converted into a DVD and how happy I am with it.  I feel old knowing that it has almost been 18 years since that VHS was made but so glad that I had it done.  BUT, I don’t have a VCR anymore and there was no way of sharing that special day with my girls.  Now, I have it on a DVD and we have already enjoyed watching it and the girls loved making fun of all the clothes and hairstyles from those “way back when” days. Ha! 

This is a perfect time to get those old videos out of the drawers or cabinets and let Justin convert them into DVD’s.

Justin can convert 8mm and Super 8 films to DVD.  He can also take care of those VHS, VHS-C, Video8 and even turn those mini DVDs to DVD.

You can reach Justin at (256) 599-5951.

Until next week.

I was not born when this ‘project’ was going on but I can only imagine the excitementthat it must have given the people in Scottsboro, knowing that they were about to experience growth and much improvement to their city.

Following is an exert from the book, The Story of Scottsboro, Alabama that Mr. Jerry Gist wrote in the late 1960’s.

“The largest municipal building program in the history of Scottsboro got into full swing in May, 1963. 

A new municipal building, a new public library, a new fire station, and a $660,000 renovation and expansion program of the city’s sewage system were included in the one million-dollar building program.

The construction was made possible by federal grants allocated to Scottsboro under the Accelerated Public Works Acts.  The funds were made available to various cities to stimulate jobs for the unemployed.

The municipal building program first began taking shape in 1960 when E.K. Caldwell, a Scotsboro native but residing in Tyler, Texas, donated to the city of Scottsboro approximately $300,000 in land to be used for public buildings and parks.

Utilizing the land as its major portion of construction cost, the city applied for and received federal funds to commence the building program. 

All three of the new buildings were designed by Brown Engineering Company in Huntsville, Alabama.   A construction contract was awarded to the Wills and McMichen Company of Fort Payne, Alabama.

The new library was completed at a cost of  $74,000 and contained a space for forty thousand volumes. 

The municipal building and fire station were constructed under one contract at a cost of approximately $317,000.”

There were many on ‘construction projects’ that took place in 1964 and I will share those with you later.  It is hard to believe that almost 50 years ago,that these building were under construction and the people in Scottsboro were looking forward to seeing the finished product. 

Can you even begin to imagine what this ‘program/project’ would cost in 2012?  Makes you realize just how much times and the ‘cost’ has increased in the last 50 years.

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For all the Alabama fans, The Grapevine has got in the Championship/Alabama insulated cups.  These would make great treats for all ages.  These will go fast so don’t miss out.

The Grapevine have some great Door Screens and this one of my favorites.  You could enjoy this during Valentines are all year long.  There is nothing better and easier to make your front door look good than to have a door decoration of some sort on it.  Don’t wait around or you will miss out on the spring door screens here.

I want to remind everyone “every once in awhile” of exactly what the “MRI” machine looks like at Open MRI of Scottsboro.  I think sometimes, people forget that the “open” part of the name of this equipment really means that it is “open” and not a “closed in tunnel”.  It would be hard to get nervous about the “equipment” itself because there is nothing about it that “hurts” or is “uncomfortable“. Ha!  The service that you will receive is not in any way bad either.

Just remember, that you have a CHOICE in where you can have your MRI and there is no reason to go anywhere else except Open MRI of Scottsboro.

Cloverdale Manor is your home town nursing home providing skilled nursing services and rehabilitation to the people of Jackson County and North Alabama.    Their qualified staff is committed to providing residents with an individualized plan of care designed to meet each individuals physical, social, and emotional needs.

Physical Therapy is one of the services that they offer and some of the benefits of Physical Therapy in a Skilled Nursing Facility like Cloverdale Manor:

Restores mobility

Maximises function

Assists in reaching the greatest level of independence in order to return to the community as soon as possible.

Reduces the chance of  re-injury.

Reduces pain

Reduces the chance of re-admission to the hospital.

For more information on the many serviced that Cloverdale Manor provides, check our their website at www.cloverdalemanor.com

Don’t forget that the Senior Expo is today and will be at the Goosepond Civic Center from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This year, the presenting sponsor is Highlands Medical Center.

There will be around 50 agencies and organizations participating as vendors. 

You can enjoy free hot dogs, sandwiches and drinks (these will be served all day).

There will be speakers from Highlands Medical Center and you will not want to miss what they have to say.

If you have papers that need to be shredded, take them with you and you can have them shredded between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

It is suppose to be raining but don’t let that stop you from going.  There will be golf cart rides to assist seniors to and from the civic center.  You are encouraged to park at the Jackson County Senior Center and ride the bus because parking will be limited at the civic center.

This is an event that gets bigger and better every year.  You will want to make time to go, even if it is just for a few minutes. 

Until next time…

No one likes to talk about bad weather but with the passing of another stormy night this past Sunday, I found myself gathering up the weather radio, putting cell phones on charges, putting new batteries in flashlights, making my MM sleep downstairs….just in case that we had the bad weather that was being forecasted. 

I think I can speak for most everyone, that since the April, 2011 storms, we all find ourselves WANTING to be prepared more than ever before.

There are thing that I am so grateful to have and they give me ‘peace’ knowing that I do have them in my possession.

A weather radio is one  of them. 

I listened to this and kept it on WWIC throughout the April Storms and I was amazed at how much you really rely on the information that we so often take for granted.  For example, when the power was  going to be turned on for your neighborhood, where you could buy ice, which grocery stores were open, where you could buy gas for your car or generators…..  Who would have ever thought we would have  had a ‘need’ for finding information out like that, living in the 21st century but we did?

So not only is a weather radio a must for knowing when you have severe weather headed in your direction but to have a radio that you can rely on for important information to make situations a little less stressful.

If you do not have a weather radio, they are not expensive and are well worth the money.  We got ours at Radio Shack but I am pretty sure you can get them at Walmart, Home Depot or other ‘home’ stores.

By the way, WWIC Radio can be found at AM 1050.

The other “weather” gadget that I love is the Code Red.  If you have not signed up for this, you definitely need to.  All you need to do is go here.    This is great because the ‘call’ or ‘notification warning’ that you receive is based on your address so if a tornado or flooding is happening in Woodville, you will not get notified about.  It focuses on the location or address that you have signed up under.

I thought I would share with you some of the photos that were taken around the county and you may be surprised at seeing ‘proof’ of all the rain and flooding that took place in the early hours of Monday morning.

This was taken in the Tupelo Pike area, Liberty Cemetery.  This was taken several hours after the rain stopped.  The water was across the road earlier in the day so you can see that it has gone down allot.

This was taken in Stevenson, Alabama.  They believe that the cause of the fire started with lightening striking the house.  So very sad that a storm can have this outcome.

Home in theWoodville area.

This was taken in the Limrock area.  This is as you go over the railroad tracks right off of old Highway 35.  This is my route to my parents home.  This is actually a road and just a field covered with water.

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I am all about a comfy chair and this one that is at Akins Furniture (Dogtown in Scottsboro) is very much that.  The picture does not do it justice.  I love the fabric and the style of it.  Not one that you will see just anywhere.  You will find the prettiest chairs here and you will be glad you made a stop to shop here for furniture.

These “Sectional” Sofas have came a long way in the past years when it comes to looks.  This chocolate sofa that I found at Akins Furniture is one that I would love to have in my home if I had a room large enough.   Remember, Akins Furniture (Dogtown)is located in the old Roden Baggett Furniture building on Broad Street.

Mr. Rooter Plumbing is always making sure that they provide the best quality service possible.   They offer services in Plumbing Contractors.   They specialize in so many things but some of the ones that I was not really aware of until lately were;   Water Pressure Problems,  Washers & Dryers, Washers, Mildew, Mold, Water Damage, Odors, Stoppages, Dish Washers, Rusty Water, Code Violations, No Hot Water, Flooding and  Tree Roots.  Those are some problems that we all have probably experienced or will in the future- just remember there is no reason to get stressed because Stacy Ledwell and his crew at Mr. Rooter Plumbing will be there to take care of you.

I love these PJ’s (and book) that I found at The Toad Stool.  Great gift idea for kids.  I know most kids are not a fan of clothes but if they are like my girls, Pajamas are a different story…. They seem to get excited with those.  I like that there is a book that goes along with PJ theme.

This is a very pretty sweater and the collar and ribbon make it (the picture is not the best). You could dress this ‘up’ or ‘down’.   Greta has got some great clothes in for the adults at The Toad Stool.  Don’t ever think you are too old to shop at this shop because you are not.

These are metal containers (purse, watering can, etc.) that you could fill with flowers, a plant or any treat and Talk of the Town is the place to get one.  These would be perfect for Valentines Day too.  You could do so much with these long after you enjoy the flowers or treats inside.  Not just a vase that will be tossed or put up in the cabinet.

Don’t forget that Blooms by TOTT will take care of those Valentines Day treats.  Flowers, Balloons, etc.  Charlene will make sure that your ’special one’ has the very best.

You can never go wrong with a Wine Cork/Bottle Decorations and Talk of the Town has some unique ones.  Great for hostess, birthday or Valentines day gifts.  These are just a few of what Bruce has in the shop.

Until next time…

Today, I want to share with you about a group of ladies who have been on my mind allot lately. I feel guilty at times for not expressing my appreciation to them because I realize now how good they were to me.   I am not sure if it is because I have thought back to my days of working at the Chamber of Commerce where I met some wonderful people like Mrs. Jane Conley and Dr. Ralph Sheppard (who both have passed in away in the last few months).  Now, I have to add another one of my favorite ladies, Mrs. Elizabeth Dicus, who passed away on Wednesday of this week.  I cannot even begin to express how much my “Chamber Days” have made my ‘adult life’ so much brighter and better. 

I know if it had not been for my years working at the Scottsboro/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce (that was the name of it in the 90’s when I worked there), I would not have the love for Scottsboro and Jackson County.  Even though, I only worked there for a few years, it was definitely an ‘eye opening’ experience for me to see what an amazing place that we live in.

Before I tell you about this group of ladies that are a huge part of the Chamber of Commerce, I  want to express my sadness with of the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Dicus.   I can remember going to get shoes at her shoe store, Elizabeth’s Shoebox for years and how you could walk up and down the isles and look at the hundreds of pairs of shoes she had out for you to look at and it was a ’sure thing’ that you would not just find one pair that you wanted, but a couple.  Then I remember how good she was to me when I worked at the Chamber.  There was not ever a time that she would not meet me with a huge smile, Hi and how are you?  She always wanted to know how things were going and you knew she was sincere when asking and not just words coming out of her mouth.  Mrs. Elizabeth had this ’spunk’ in her that I can not really explain- it was like a ’shot of happiness’ that made you feel good yourself when you talk with her.  She was such a positive person and wanted to see the good in everything.

I can remember the week after I got engaged, she was in the Chamber and the first thing she said after Congratulations was, we have to have you a Tea and I want it to be at my house. Don’t forget it either.  It was not just me that she made feel special, it was anyone and everyone that she came in contact with because she really was someone that cared about others. 

I could talk about this Mrs. Elizabeth for hours also.  When I think of her, the things that come to my mind that I could share stories about her are; Shoe Store, Chamber of Commerce, Amazing Cook, Payne’s, DAR (she was such a supporter of this group) and how sheloved Scottsboro and Jackson County.  How she is going to be missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Service for Mrs. Elizabeth are today (Friday), January 20th at 2:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church.  Please remember this family in your prayers.

Mrs. Jane Conley and I at Mrs. Elizabeth’s home.  She always made it just perfect.

I smile thinking about how she, Stina Bankston, Liz Bennett, Jane Conley, Jane Hodges, Sarah Betty Ingram, Phyllis Murphy, Dr. Ralph Sheppard are all having such a big time in Heaven today (all of these were ones who I have great memories of from my Chamber days).  The stories that they are telling and they are all enjoying each other’s laughter.  Thank you God for allowing these wonderful “Chamber” friends to be a part of my life.

 Now, to my post ‘topic’.  I mentioned earlier it was about a group of ladies who I am very fond of and have been since 1993 when I had the opportunity of meeting and getting to know most of them.  This would be the Highland Ambassadors.  

The work of volunteers improves the lives of citizens.  Jackson County is blessed to have a group of ladies— Highlands Ambassadors, with chapters in Scottsboro and Stevenson.

The Highlands Ambassadors were founded in 1979 as a chamber auxiliary.  After learning about similar chamber groups, then board chairman Tom Hodges suggested the group’s formation.

The Highland Ambassadors have two chapters.  Members assist at all chamber functions, including ribbon cuttings for new businesses, receptions, office tasks, material distribution and assembly of relocation packets.

The Scottsboro chapter was formed by the first group of Ambassadors. 

They were Hazel Abercrombie, Stina Bankston, Iva Derrick, Martha Gay, Jeri Gibson, Sarah Betty Ingram, Inez Starnes and Elizabeth Word. 

I love this photo of the Ambassadors and I at Bridal Tea.

I know I am going to leave out someone but these are the Ambassadors that I remember from my Chamber days.   Libby Franklin led  the Scottsboro Chapter, including members Liz Bennett, Ann Campbell, Johnnie Coleman, Jane Conley, June Corren, Peggy Courtney, Elizabeth Dicus, Arlene Grede, Martha Gross, Edith Hambrick, Phyllis Murphy, Vesta Lou Skelton, Josephine Smith, Louise Moghani, Inez Starnes, Judi Weaver, Jean Webb and Martha Welch.

These ladies LOVE and still LOVE Jackson County and you will always hear them speaking positive words about this place.  I can remember on the days that they were gathered ‘as a group’, they would all were their ‘Ambassador Attire’ which at that time consisted of navy blue pants/skirt, white shirt and a paisley scarf.  Most of them would wear a blazer or jacket of some kind too.  I was the official ’scarf girl’and would be in charge of making sure every ones scarf was neatly tied around each lady’s neck.  It was when you would fold the square scarf corner to corner and have the point at the back.  I always had one in my drawer for those who walked out the door and forgot their scarf.

The Ambassador Ladies will always have a place in my scarf and I will always be grateful to how good they each were to me not only during my Chamber days (remember, that was my first real job out of college) but are still to me today.  I love seeing them out and about and they always are ready to give me a hug.  I guess you could say they were like my ‘work grandmothers’ and took care of me, even when I did not know it.

 So, when you see these ladies out with their blue pants/skirts, white shirts and scarfs on….tell them that you appreciate them not only loving our county but for also spreading the good word about Scottsboro and Jackson County.

To learn more about The Greater Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, you can go to their website here.

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Their founders established the FNB as an independent hometown bank, and they are proud to still be one today.   An exciting step in the history of their bank came in 2003 with their image and logo update.   They are the same FNB, but they are proud to do business with an updated look that symbolizes their strength and commitment to meeting the needs of our close-knit community.

Today and tomorrow, FNB will always be First for You. (love their slogan)  Make sure to check out their website and even put it in your favorites to refer to often- click here and you will go straight to it.

The Grapevine just got in these great insulated mugs and they are too cute.  Make perfect gifts and they can make you only happy when you are drinking out of them.  You cannot beat a gift like this (useful too) that is less than $20.00.  These will not last long so don’t wait around.

I love these urns/vases that I found at The Grapevine.  This is one of my favorite colors and is neutral so you can enjoy it with most any color.  It looks like an antique too and those always catch my eye.  The Grapevineis filling up with new goods every week and you never know what they will be pulling out of a box next.

Harbin Automotive has so many vehicles on their lots.  They are ready to make you some good deals and you can start by going to their website and taking a look at all they have to offer.  Making it easy for you, all you have to do is go here.

Quick Lane Tire and Auto Centerwants to help you with not only providing you with quality tires at a good pricebut also provide you with useful information.  Did You Know that each tire on your car supports a different amount of weight; this unequal weight distribution causes your tires to wear at different rates.  By rotating your tires every 5,000 miles you can extend their useful life

Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center is located at Harbin Ford.  You can learn more information by going to www.quicklane.com or by calling (256) 575-TIRE.

If you have not been in The Toad Stool lately, you are missing some great clothes, like this black jacket above.  It does not matter what age you are, this would look good on anyone.  The details on it is unique and there is no doubt that you would get LOTS of compliments when you wear this out.

If you are wanting some cute tights for those girls, there is only one place that you can go to get these….The Toad Stool.  You will not find tights that are better in quality and looksthan these.  If you are looking for clothing or accessory for a baby, toddler, young, tween and on up, The Toad Stool can take care of all of those and you will have to only have one stop.  You can findsocks, shoes, hair bows, sweaters, bloomers, blankets, bibs, backpacks, lunchboxes, etc. in the shop.  The new Toad Stool shop is so much bigger and you can start at the front and make your way all the way back and see it all.

Until next week, have a great one!

I love this old photo of the First United Methodist Church that was taken back in 1952.  I got this from the Historic Downtown Scottsboro 2002 calendar.

I will be sharing more about this church in the coming weeks.   It is hard for me to even imagine the First United Methodist Church being anywhere but on Broad Street…

First United Methodist Church: 1952

“This majestic church building was built in 1938, as the First Methodist Episcopal Church-South on the corner of Laurel and Scott Street.

Reverend J.A. Bentley was the pastor who oversaw the building of the new church and the move from the white clapboard church, which was located where our current post office is today.

The sanctuary featured beautiful dark molding and stained glass windows honoring distinguished families of that day and earlier years of the town.  Sunday school classrooms and the church office were in the basement, which had an outside entrance on Laurel Street.

In 1951, the Word Annex was built with additional classrooms, Word Chapel, Fellowship Hall and Library.   Reverend O. B. Sandsbury was the pastor. 

In 1974, under the direction of Reverend Willis Vickery, the present First United Methodist Church was built on South Broad Street, thus continuing the Methodist tradition of serving Scottsboro and Jackson County since the Jackson Circuit  was established in 1822.”

There is much history to this place and I know there are many people who know much more about it than myself.  I do want to share the chapter in The Story of Scottsboro, Alabama though that was written by Mr. Jerry Gist.  I am hoping to do that soon.

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This is one of those tables that you would expect to find in an antique shop and not in a retail furniture store.  I found this Sofa Table at Akins Furniture also known as Dogtown-Scottsboro. (for those who are not familiar with this new store, it is located where the old Roden Baggett Furniture store was…)  The good thing about this table is that it is extra sturdy where many older pieces of furniture may have wobbly drawers or legs.  You will love the furniture that they have in this store.

Akins Furniture is where I found this sofa too.  I love solid sofas and you can do so much withthem and change their entire look with adding different pillows on them.  If you are looking for any furniture for you home or office, you definitely need to go by and see what Dogtown has to offer.  I think you will like what you see.

Mr. Rooter provide many services and I thought I would share a few of those with you this week.    They have a full Plumbing/New Construction from homes to commercial and also industrial construction.  No job is too small or too large…

If you are having any kind of problems that deal with water, sewer or gas, they have a full Repair Service to take care of all of problems.  I immediately think of Mr. Rooter when it comes to “any problem” that deals with water, clogged sinks, drains, toilets…  the name “Rooter” just draws you to those issues. Ha!

It you are having septic tanks or grease trap issues, Mr. Rooter has Pump Trunks that will solve those problems in a “flash”.  So many times, you will have the residential lines ‘clog up’  or problems on the “outside” of your home- Mr. Rooter has a Pressure Jet Truckand even cameras to determine and solve all of the problems.   Just remember, if you have anything that deals with plumbing, drainage, “lines” (inside or outside), etc.- don’t worry about it- call Mr. Rooter!  They will take all of your worries away.

Blooms by TOTT (which is located inside Talk of the Town) can create anything that you could ever  imagine for you when it comes to home floral arrangements.  This “feather” arrangement could go inside your home or office or even on the front door.  Feathers are not ‘fancy’ but are very striking and the other good thing is that most males will agree that they look good too.

Unique Picture Frames are one of my favorite goods to find and these at Talk of the Town are definitely different and look great.  They are fancy and casual all at the same time.  The would even make great birthday gifts for girls (of all ages).  The prices are great too.

Highlands Medical Center is proud to be the 2012 corporate sponsor for the Jackson County Senior Expo to be held on Thursday, January 26^th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Goosepond Civic Center.

    The Event was started by Libby Franklin several years ago, after a quest to find caretakers for her parents.  Libby and AARP decided to host an event to bring vendors and elderly together.  The idea has been very successful.  The Senior Expo provides senior citizens and their families with free information on many needed services. Many different vendors will come out and participate in this years expo.

Rita Williams, from the Council on Aging will be providing bus transportation to and from the event.  As always you can park at the senior center and ride the bus to the civic center. If you or someone you know needs to be picked up, please call 256-574-6733. 

Daily activities will be:

• Free food and entertainment will be provided through out the day.
• Premiere Shredding, will be set up outside of the building to assist you with safely destroying private documentation.
• Goosepond Golf Course have lent their golf carts to assist attendees to and from their parking spots.
• Casa will be at the event taking food donations.
• There will be recycling bins set up before the expo and taken down afterwards.
• Each vendor will give away a door prize at the end of the expo.
• Highlands Medical Center will give away a five hundred dollar gift card.
• Each Vendor will give away a door prize at the end of the event.

 This years sponsors include: Highlands Medical Center, Jackson County 2011 Legislative Delegation, AARP, and  a special thanks to Variety Bake Shop.

 Please come out and join the activities.  If you or any vendor you know would like to reserve a table please call 256-514-6733.

To find out more news and information regarding “Health Care topics”, you can go to Highlands Medical Center’s website by clicking here.

Until next time…

I thought I would share a little more ‘Scottsboro history’ with you today. An easy read but with interesting information.  I got this information from the book, The Story of Scottsboro, Alabama that Mr. Jerry Gist wrote in 1968.

Following are the words of Mr. Gist.  I am so grateful for the information that he shared in this book.  The history that I have learn from reading this book is more than I would have ever known on my own.

“In January, 1934, construction began on a new twenty-six room tuberculosis hospital in Scottsboro.  The $30,000 brick structure was completed in June, 1937.

The first patients were admitted to the new Tri-Counties Tuberculosis Sanatorium on September 6, 1937.  In less than three months after the first patients entered the hospital, on November 20, 1937, the new building was completely destroyed by fire.  The seventeen patients in the hospital at the time were safely removed either to private homes or to Hodges Hospital.”

I knew that there had been a Tuberculosis facilitybuilt here in Scottsboro at one time but did not remember it burning.   It is hard to believe that this time seventy-eight years ago that there was even a place being built. 

My questions would be;Why was it “Tri-Counties”? (what counties did it cover?) Why was it called a Sanatorium?  The sound of that word is not very appealing.  You also have to wonder why it was not rebuilt or was it?  I have not read anything about it being rebuilt after the fire but that could have happen.   Did those seventeen people live? 

There are so many questions that I have regarding this place and sickness, that I could list questions for days….

If you have any information on this facility, please share with me at pennyg@scottsboro.org

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Valentines Day will be here in less than a month and I thought I would share a great gift for this fun holiday.  I love these insulated “Heart” cups that Big C Drugs has right now.  Perfect for all ages (with the lid and straw).  Less than $10.00 too.

We love icecream at our house and I don’t know many people who do not like it.  I thought this would be a fun and USEFUL gift for someone.  These Ice-cream Scoops are too cute and I know that they would get lots of use out of them (whoever you gave them too).  Big C has some fun and inexpensive gifts or ‘treats’ for people.  What better gift to give someone when they are not feeling well too?? Ice-cream and a ’scooper’.

I will be the first to say that I don’t know everything there is to know about the medical field  BUT there is one thing that I have learn when it comes to Open MRI of Scottsboro…..That is there is absolutely no reason that you should go anywhere else for an MRI. 

The equipment that they have is great for children, teenagers, adults (large and small)and even those who are claustrophobic like myself.  It is open and actually allows someone to stay in there with you while the MRI is being done.  The room that you have the MRI in is open and and very comfortable to be in while you are having the scan.

Then, when it comes to the “people” taking care of you at Open MRI of Scottsboro….I don’t think there is anyone who would say that they would rather have a complete stranger taking care of them over someone that they may see at Walmart, school, ball field or church. You may not know the staff personally at Open MRI but I can assure you that you know someone who does and I don’t think you would ever hear anyone say a negative word about the care that they got while getting their MRI.  How you are treated is so important when it comes to your health care.  You want to know that someone is looking out for you in the very best way.  That goes for the Doctors reading the MRI results….You cannot get better “readings” with the best “eyes” anywhere else….  Of course, we want good results but those times that they may not be the best, you at least know your problems have been diagnosed.

Valentines Day is not a holiday that you decorate ‘big’ for but it does make you feel a little more festive if you have a heart or two hanging or sitting around your home.  I love these glittery hearts at The Wimberly House and would look great in any room and you could enjoy them every year.

I have never been one to feel comfortable wearing white during the winter months (actually, my last day to wear white is Labor Day) but when I saw these ‘whites’ in the window of The Wimberly House, I had to rethink my opinion.  You have to admit, that there is nothing more fresh and ‘clean-looking’ that white and who would not want to put on this plush white robe?  I love the white sweaters too.  You will find lots of new clothes in the Boutique at The Wimberly House.

Until next time….

If there is one thing (but many more than I could even begin to name) that I have learn as an adult…… photos are priceless and I love to look at them.  I enjoy looking at ones that were taken a week ago and I love looking at ones that were taken 50 plus years ago.  Photos tell stories and there is so much that one can remember and learn from a simple “shot” of a camera.

That is where today’s post comes from…….Photos that tell stories, give history and memories.

I was reading an article that Ken Bonner with The Daily Sentinel wrote in yesterday’s (Thursday, January 12th) paper and it made me realize that our Downtown Square is truly the ‘heart’ of our community.  There may not be as many ‘retail’ businesses around it as they once were but the ’square’ is where so much our ‘business’ is taken care of….. especially the Courthouse.  To me, it is the most important landmark of our County and this one ’square’ has an abundance of history that we should want to know as well as want our children and grandchildren to know.

If you have not read the article, you can do that by going here.   Most of you know that there was a fire on the North side of the Square early Wednesday morning and this is what brought this article about that Ken wrote.

I thought I would share a few of my favorite photos of our Downtown Square.  I know I have posted these before but I never get tired of looking at them.  I only wish I could have lived a day when the square look like some of these…..

I love this photo that was taken a few months ago and I borrowed from Patrick Dicus, one of Scottsboro’s Fire Fighters.

Photo from First Monday many, many years ago….

I love this photo because of the parking meters and street lights.  Notice there are no ‘dividers’ for the inside and outside of the square.

Love the cars in this photo.

This is the “Hammer’s” side of the square.

I so wish I could remember when the square look like this.  I love all the signs and awnings on the businesses.

Who could not love this photo.  People sitting in the upper windows and I have told you how much I love the look of these old cars. 

The trees on our downtown square are wonderful and this photo makes you feel like you are in Mayberry, but so much better than where Andy and Aunt Bea lived….

When you look at this photo, you realize just how long our square has been around and I pray it is here for hundreds of years to come.

You just have to smile when you see this photo.  The coloring and you can feel that it was a sunny day.  I love the “Street Light” in the upper left corner of the photo.  I forgot about that light….

 Following are some photos that were taken of the fire earlier this week on the square.

Photos from the fire on the square.

Notice the Ladder Truck on the left, spraying water (more like shooting water) on the fire.

I cannot imagine was this must have look like in person.  The photos give me chills.

I am not sure if this was at the beginning or toward the end of the fire.  It looks like the ‘orange glow’ at the top of the building may be flames at the back.

This one was taken after the fire was put out.  The end of  a ‘black and dark’ night and the beginning of day with the blue sky.  Very grateful for the wonderful and brave firemen that we are so blessed to have here. 

Thank you Scottsboro Fire Department, Scottsboro Police Department and everyone else who played a part in saving our square.  A job well done! 

We are so fortunate to live in a town who loves not only doing their job but WANTS to support their community too.  (I love the above t-shirt design).   The Scottsboro Fire Department is always supporting our town.  They can be counted on for much more than fighting fires.  Make sure you tell them how much you appreciate them when you see them out and about.  It is amazing what a few words can mean to a person.

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I love this Beaded Heart that I found at Talk of the Town.  This is one of those that you could keep out all year long.  Put a red ribbon on it and it will make any room look festive for Valentine’s Day.

You always know you can find unique goods at Talk of the Town.  This Pitcher is one of those and I like that it is all glass so whatever beverage you have in it, it will look good.  This would make a nice gift for birthday or wedding. 

When you have an appointment at Open MRI of Scottsboro,  you usually are not feeling well and also in some type of pain.  There is also worry, concern and unknown results when you walk through those doors. 

What you need to remember is that the staff at Open MRI of Scottsboro KNOWS all of those feelings that you are experiencing and they are going to do all that they can to make your visit and easy one.

I thought I would remind you of the “pros” of an Open MRI.

An Open MRI differs from a traditional MRI in that it:

• Provides a more relaxed, less confining environment than traditional MRI
• Lower noise levels.   Open MRI systems produce less knocking noise compared to traditional MRI systems.   
• A friend or family member can be in the room during your procedure.   Your friend or family member will be subject to the same safety screening process as required for you.

Good Luck to Scottsboro High School Basketball Teams as they host Boaz tonight at Hambrick Hall.  Games will begin at 4:00 p.m. with Varsity Girls playing at 6:00 p.m. and Varsity Boys following.

Until next week…

I thought with the passing of Dr. Ralph Sheppard, that I would honor him in this post and how he not only impacted this place we call home but how he played a part in my life.

Dr. Ralph Sheppard presents a wreath to Sarah Betty Ingram on the Courthouse Square, circa 1996.”(How I loved both of these people.  They so loved Scottsboro and Jackson County. The smile on their faces show it.)

Dr. Sheppard was one of the very first people who greeted me back in the summer of 1993 when I began my first job out of college.  It was at the Scottsboro/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce.  I could write for days on this wonderful man who was nothing but good to me. 

“Members of Troop 18 boarding bus for Camp Westmoreland.  Left, Dr. Ralph Sheppard, Scout Master.  Right, Leroy Meeks, Asst. Scout Master, circa 1950.”

He was a person that wanted you to smile and if you were not, he would make you with the words that came out of his mouth.  Always wanting to do something for someone and had the most giving heart.  I know he seem gruff on the outside at times (and I did not like it when he was upset or not happy) but inside that big guy, was a man who love to see people happy and enjoying life.

“Troop 18 preparing to leave for Camp Westmoreland.  Dr. Ralph Sheppard (second from left), Scout Master.  Rusty Brandon, Asst. Scout Master (far right)).   Photo was taken at the Methodist Church in 1955.”

You never knew what or who he was going to be ‘hauling’ in that white pick-up truck of his and what ‘chore’ or ‘project’ he was going to be doing next.  I really do not think he was afraid of anyone or to do any type of manual labor.  The one thing he did expect was if you were going to be working with him, he wanted you to be putting forth just as much effort as he was or…….

One of the projects that I saw from beginning to end (really still in progress and would always be as far as Dr. Sheppard was concerned) was Sheppard’s Garden.  I can remember the day he brought in a magazine to show me a picture of a garden and it had a bridge built with trees that were making a beautiful archway over it and the walking path.  He said, “This is what I am going to make happen out there.” and point to the back ‘weed patch’ of the Chamber building.  I was thinking to myself, that I could not imagine transforming that field of trees, brush weeds, etc. into a garden that he was envisioning.  How wrong I was…..  He worked hours and hours (and would go to the Jackson County Jail and pick up guys to work with him all day) in that weed patch until he could finally call it a ‘garden’.   He had dreams and he always gave it his best to make those dreams become realities. 

I have to say that Dr. Sheppard is one of the reasons that I took  up interest in the history of Scottsboro and Jackson County.  If you were around him for any amount of time, you could not help but have some of his passion of this place flow over into you because he made it so interesting (you wanted to learn more and more).

If I had to give five words that described Dr. Ralph Sheppard it would be; white-hair (that is going to count as one because I have to include it because he had the best ‘head of hair’ on him), giving, determined, hard-working, and wise (in so many ways).

I will always remember the day he came to me and said that he wanted to drive Jimmy and I in his black/burgandy Model T-Ford on our Wedding Day.   I had forgot about the ‘antique looking’ sign that said, “Just Married” on the back.  Good memories.

He loved his cars and I can still picture him sitting in the driver’s seat driving us from the church to our reception that June day.  I wish you could see Dr. Sheppard in the front seat in this photo.

Following are some words that I found in The Story of Scottsboro, Alabama written by Jerry Gist.

“On July 13, 1967, Dr. Ralph M. Sheppard, owner of the Mellow Sound Advertising Company, established the Jackson County Advertiser in Scottsboro.  Employed by the newspaper were Billy Pendergrass as publisher and general manager and Mrs. Ann Hamilton as editor.  The Advertiser is a weekly newspaper and at present has a subscription list of approximately 5,000.”

“In July, 1966, Dr. Ralph Sheppard, owner of the Mellow Sound Advertising Company, was given permission by the Federal Communications Commission to begin construction on Scottsboro’s third radio station.  On November 3, 1966, the FM station began operations using the call letters WCNA.  Fred Blalock was employed as first station manager.  Norton H. Arnold, Sr. was named manager of the station in August, 1967, and is serving in that position at present.”

“Dentists located in 1968 were Drs. Ralph Sheppard, Paul Dawson, H.T. Foster, and Fred Sanders.”

“Scottsboro Church of Christ Deacons when ‘Scottsboro’ book went to print were  Tommy Bellomy, Walter Hammer, Edd Joner, Leonard Lewis, Dr. Ralph Sheppard, and Lewis Letson.”

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With all the rain we have had this week, the last thing you want to do is go to a car lot to look for a new car (or like new), truck, SUV…..  Luckily, Harbin Automotive makes it easy for us and we never have to leave the “dry inside” to car shop.  You can go to their online shopping at www.harbinautomotive.com and check all the great deals out that they have for you.

Another great deal you can get at the Harbin Ford location is at Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center.  When you buy 4 tires, you earn $100.  Quick Lane services all Makes and Models too.  For more information, you can go to www.quickland.com (just click on site) or call (256) 575-TIRE (8473)

The Wimberly House has some festive Valentine decorations.  I love this Heart Pillow and it would look great on any chair of sofa.  It is amazing how a simple pillow can make a room look like you have decorated the entire room for the holiday.  Remember, this is another one of those ‘home’ investments that you can enjoy for years to come.

Another one of my favorite decorations for any holiday…..Kitchen Hand Towel.   I love these Valentine towels that I found at The Wimberly House.  These make nice “Happy’s”for yourself or for a friend.  Never go wrong with a hand towel.

Timsha Coleman is the Accountant and Business Office Manager at Cloverdale Manor and she is the one that you go to for assistance when applying for Medicaid and Medicare benefits.    She is great at explaining the difference and options you have when it comes to both Medicaid and Medicare. 

When she started explaining it, I agreed completely with her that this would be very beneficial information to share in the community.  I will also be sharing Medicaid information in the coming weeks too.

Timsha is extremely easy to talk with and answer any questions that families may have when dealing with the financial side of the nursing home.

If you should have questions, feel free to email Timsha at tporter@scottsboro.org and you can also go to their website by clicking here.

These are some of my all-time favorite Picture Frames and  you can find them at The Grapevine.  These are great sellers so the sell out all of the time but they are also getting them in all of the time.  These make great gifts for Wedding, Baby or Birthday.  You cannot go wrong with these.

I have had my eye on these Insulated Totes (they are large too- you could pack an entire dinner in these) at The Grapevine and think I am going to have to bite the bullet and get myself one.  These fold out with a flat bottom and they will hold a casserole perfectly and then several other containers.  Less than $40.00 too.

Until next time…

 This is an old photo that I thought was not only interesting (with all that you can see and find in it) but I am not that familiar with where it is or some of these businesses.

Notice that the street/road is very wide.  You can see a shadow of a tree in the bottom right corner of the photo.  The trucks look like the ones on The Waltons.  I wonder if they were just passing through Main Street and decided to stop for a photo or what the story was behind this.  As always, there is usually a ’story’ behind a photo.  How I wish I could live in ‘these days’ just for one day.

The photo was in the Historic Downtown Scottsboro 2002 calendar.

The calendar states that it is Main Streetin Scottsboro in the early 1920’s.

Trucks loaded with cotton are seen parked in downtown Scottsboro.  Buildings shown from left are a Bank, Drug Store owned by Dr. William Blakemore, Hal Hurt’s Insurance Office, W.A. Gold Grocery, Clemon’s Grocery in the Brown Building.

If you know anything about any of these, please share with me at pennyg@scottsboro.org.  I am going to be having a ‘follow up’ post with this photo so be looking for it in the coming weeks.

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If you have not heard, 2012 is all about floral, poca dots, etc.  and that goes for furniture too.  I love this chair that I found at Akins Furniture (aka Dogtown) and it would look great in so many rooms in a home (den, office, family room, bedroom).  The furniture that you can find here is wonderful and you will love all of the accessories for your home that they have too.

Who does not like a comfy sofa?  That is a ‘must’ in our home.  If it is not comfortable, it cannot be a part of our house. Ha!  They have a variety of sofas at Akins Furniture and this is one that caught my eye.

Remember, Akins (Dogtown)is located in the old Roden Baggett building on Broad Street.  They are open every day except Tuesday and Sunday.

FNB Bank is constantly making banking with them easier and easier.  It does not matter where you are at the moment, you are going to find an FNB location close to you.  They have TEN convenient locations and basically, they are spread throughout Jackson County.

Their latest location is in Morgan City.  Below are all the FNB locations and you can see for yourself that they have pretty much all of Jackson County covered and then a few more….

 Main Office ● Jackson Square Office
● Five Points Office ● Bridgeport Office ● Henagar Office ● Pisgah Office
● Section Office ● Skyline Office ● Woodville Office ● Morgan City

Big C Drugs has 5 Registered Pharmacists and staff are readily available to answer questions you have concerning your medications and will gladly take the time discuss or show you how to use the medications or supplies prescribed by your doctor.

They are committed to meeting the needs of their patients and strive to provide personalized attention to each customer.

To learn more about their staff, you can go here.  It is so important to be able to not only have a pharmacy who provides all the ‘goods’ that you need but I am a firm believer in quality service.  You will find all of those at Big C Drugs.

There are still a few more of the Historic Throws at Big C Drugs.  This makes  a great gift for birthdays or even at a “Happy” for those who are not feeling well.  Great conversation piece/gift.

Stacy Ledwell, owner of Mr. Rooter Plumbing in Scottsboro strives to provide the very best when it comes to service.  His philosophy says it all to me and I think you will agree.   Also, after you have used Mr. Rooter Plumbing one time, I am pretty sure you will be calling on them again.

Mr. Rooter plumbers work extremely hard to deliver the highest level of customer service- it’s their #1 priority.  In fact, they actually call it “World Class Customer Service” because they truly believe it is unmatched in the plumbing industry.  It all starts when you call their office.

They know that when you have a plumbing emergency, the last thing you want to deal with is an unfriendly person on the other end of the phone.  They promise to greet you with a warm friendly voice that will understand your situation, make you a priority and schedule an appointment time that fits your schedule.

Until next time…

I wanted to share some old photos that I came across recently.  They are both of men who were not only hard workers but I am pretty sure (even though I was not around then) that they loved this place that they all called home.  I know many of the families that they represent and those are people who (I would think) have taken after their fathers, grandfathers, etc.

Many of you may know some of these men or their families.

1949: Word Motor Company Service Department

Word Motor Company opened in downtown Scottsboro in 1925.

Pictured above are members of the 1949, Word Motor Company Service Department.

From left, are Ralph Thrasher, Clyde “Booger” Clemons, Howard Grider, Paul Holland, Eulas Britt, Gordon Moore, Tommy Crumbly, Wilson Ashmore, Elwood Hamer and Gene Young.

I love the smiles on their faces and the caps/hats are great too.  I think they are wearing blue jeans but not sure if these were ‘uniforms’ they had for work or they just wore what they wanted to wear.

You have to wonder if they just decided on the ’spur of a  moment’ to take this group photo (with some holding cigarettes in their hands) or if it was planned….. I have to smile thinking about all the stories that came from these men’s mouths.

I wonder if most of these men who worked in Word’s Service Department were around the same age or did you have some who were fresh out of High School and then some who were ’seasoned’ in life’s challenges.

I have shared the photo (below) before but this one is much better and closer up.  I am posting some ‘close up’ shots of the photo so that you can see the faces clearer.

1946: Scottsboro Volunteer Fire Department

From left: P. Riah Byrum, John Killian, Johnny King, Clifford Jacobs, Glenn Derrick, Johnny Wilkerson, Grady Brandon, Wade Cobb, Kenzie Bobo, William “Bill” Shelton, Sr., E.V. “Shorty” Bishop, Chief.

I love the seat on this Fire Truck, the Extinguishers, the tires, steering wheel in this photo.  I am wondering how you got the honor of wearing one of those black hats?   I have heard stories from many who said that the Fire Truck would make its way around the square a couple of times- picking up business men and others to go to the fires.  That makes me nervous just thinking about the idea of having to drive the truck around the square and hoping you were going to catch men (not busy) so they could go help put out a fire.

Notice the different neck ties that the men wear.   I am positive that those white shirts were starched too.  Look at the sign on the left side.  Scottsboro Library and it looks like it says, “Daily 2 to 5 p.m.”…..  Never realized the Library was on the square.

Also, the sign behind the men, “Keep This Truck Idle……”

I think this was another one of those ’spur of the moment’ photos too.  Notice the gentleman on the right side… has his cigar in his hand.  You have to laugh at the length of the neck ties too.  How times have changed.  What a service these men did by being a Volunteer Fireman in Scottsboro.  I think I could listen to stories from these men for hours.

If you have any history, information, etc. that you would like to share, please send to me at pennyg@scottsboro.org

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Sometimes, just buying a new blouse, shirt, sweater, jacket can make those pants or skirts seem like you are ’sporting’ a whole new outfit.  The Wimberly House has some of the prettiest clothes to choose from.  They have clothes for all personalities and the prices are very good. 

Rain Boots are shoes that you do not really think about needing until it IS RAINING….  That is usually when you think about buying a cute pair of them and that is usually too late. The Wimberly House has some great boots to choose from and I will tell you that the forecast for the weekend, has rain in it.  Don’t wait around another day, go today to get yourself not just any pair of rain boots but CUTE ones. (you will want it to rain more when you have these in your closet)

I don’t know of any of us who could not use this and stay ‘up to par’ on all that is known about First Aid/CPR.  Highlands Medical Center offers a course on First Aid/CPR on the 2nd Tuesdayof each month.  The next class will be Tuesday, January 10th beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Education Center.   The cost is $20.00 and you can call (256) 218-3828 to register and for any other information that you may be interested in.

If you would like to know more about other classes that Highlands Medical Center is offering or has going on, you can go to their VERY INFORMATIVE website by clicking here.

I will be sharing some extra ‘finds’ from Talk of the Townnext week so you will get a ‘double dose’ then.   They have finally got settled into their new location and Bruce and his crew are busy making their new shop more beautiful and ’striking’ (if that is possible).  The new TOTT location seems more ‘homey’ to me and you feel warm the second you walk through the doors.

Don’t forget that if you are needing (or wanting) a new wreath for your front door, or an arrangement for your home, party or someone…..  Blooms by TOTT is the place to go.  Charlene will make you a ‘one of a kind’ and it will be the ‘talk of the town’ when people see it. 

In today’s fast paced world, FNB understands that your time is valuable.  By combining their banking expertise and the latest technology, you can now save time and money with a variety of services that they call FNB Convenience Banking.

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You can always go to FNBs website and keep up with the latest ‘financial’ and ‘banking’ news.

Until next week…