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Journey to weight loss After losing more than 185 pounds, Emily Moore gets an invite to NBC’s Today Show

Inside this edition: Marker to be dedicated at site of former Morgan County Training School Eight local scouts achieve Eagle rank at Fairview

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FALL 2013

GET TO KNOW 14. Emily Moore

Emily Miller shows off her new figure after losing more than 185 pounds over the last two years.

Emily Moore is a Hartselle native that embarked on a weight-loss journey that took her to the NBC Today Show in January. She said learned how to be happy and healthy through prayer and her relationship with God.

STAFF President and Publisher Randy Garrison Editor Brent Maze Advertising Pam Gray Ann Kirby Contributors Clif Knight Richard Hollingsworth Office Staff April Thompson Katie Sparkman

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WELLNESS: Five surprisingly simple things to help you stop snoring

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OUR WAY OF LIFE: Eight scouts achieve Eagle rank in Fairview’s final year

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18 HISTORY: Morgan County Training School will get marker for being Rosenwald School.

FOOD: Eat healthy and rejuvenate your body for your next workout.

IN EVERY ISSUE: Letters • 6 Calendar • 8 Scene • 20 Last Word • 26 Hartselle Living • 5

LETTERS

Helping neighbors D

uring the recent ice and snow that hit much of central and southern Alabama the helping nature of those of us known as southerners and those of us blessed to be called an Alabamian, was apparent in many ways. While the snow and ice were not anywhere near as extreme as other parts of the country have endured this winter, for our part of the country, an inch or more of snow and ice really bring about havoc on our ability to travel.

As we watched those in Birmingham and below not being able to travel, being stuck on the interstate as well as in parking lots, and those who were stuck at work or school many felt helpless to aid those who were affected. Since traveling to the area to lend a hand was not an option, many in our area of the state found the only help they could offer was to pray for those who were in need.

However the folks in central and southern Alabama stepped up the need arose. Local fast food restaurants cooked food and passed it out to those who were stranded in their cars. Those with four-wheel drive vehicles and could travel helped those who were stranded on the highways and enabled them to either get home or at least to a warm shelter. Many teachers and other educators spent the night at their respective schools to care for the students who were unable to get to their homes. Those school employees fed and cared for their students and kept them safe and warm, with some of them depending on others to care for their own families.

Local businesses and folks who lived in close proximity to the schools even carried blankets and food to provide as much comfort as possible to stranded students and teachers.

My niece and nephew who live in Hoover even found a way to help out. They used a golf cart to carry those around the neighborhood who could not travel in their cars. They used the golf cart to pick up groceries for those who could not get out. On one of the trips from the grocery store they could not fit or load the groceries into the golf cart so they 6 • Hartselle Living

Randy Garrison • Letter from the Publisher pulled the grocery cart behind the golf cart and delivered the food.

There were reports of folks walking miles to get to their children and even of a local surgeon who walked to another hospital miles away in order to perform a needed surgery.

Folks in this part of the country believe in helping their neighbor. When a tragedy occurs or help is needed they don’t sit around and wait for the local officials to take care of people, they jump in and do what they can.

Thanks to all of those who went above and beyond to help out your neighbors to the south of us, it will be retuned to you.

Enjoy today,before it melts away There are many times it’s cold enough to snow, but there’s just no moisture to create the snow.

Other times, the moisture is there, but it never gets cold enough.

When it does snow, it’s just an amazing experience for Brent Maze • Letter from the Editor people living in Otherwise, it was gone in a few hours. the South. It’s In many ways, a Southern so rare that we don’t know what to do snowstorm is like our lives. We don’t when it happens.

However, our snow doesn’t last long. know when that snow will stop falling, but when it does, it won’t last long.

For example, if you wanted to build a So get out and enjoy it make the best snowman out of our last snowstorm, of your Southern snowstorm. you had to do it while the snow fell.

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ere in the South, the wintertime is always interesting.

Most of the time, we are usually going back and forth between wearing short sleeves and sweaters.

What the weather is one day is not what it is will be the next. I have always commented to others about this, saying that if you don’t like the weather today, just wait because it will change soon enough.

The 2013-2014 winter is no different.

However, the temperatures have varied between 0 and 60 on any day so far this year.

The conditions all have to be right for a snow, but it rarely ever happens.

We thought we might get a little earlier this year, but then we finally got our snow, twice in fact.

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CALENDAR Feb. 22

Hartselle AYSO Spring Soccer Hartselle AYSO Spring Soccer league will hold sign-ups Sat., Feb. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Center in Decatur. Tickets are $30, including breakfast. For more information or reservations, contact Crystal Brown at (256) 353-5312 or crystal@ dcc.org.

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The Spring Pinterest Party The Spring Pinterest Party sponsored by Hartselle Parks and Recreation will be Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. Attendees will be creating a whimsical springthemed door hanger. The fee is $15 and includes all supplies.

You must pay and register at the civic center no later than Feb. 21.

Feb. 27

State of Morgan County Address The Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Morgan County Address featuring Commission Chairman Ray Long Thur., Feb. 27, at 7:30 a.m. at Turner-Surles Community

Freedom Riders The National Endowment for the Humanities in partnership with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History created a series of films to encourage public conversation about the changing meanings of freedom and equality in America. As part of the “Bridging Cultures” initiative, “Created Equal: America’s Civic Rights Struggle” has provided a packaged set of NEH-funded films on civil rights history to 500 communities across the nation. The William Bradford Huie Library of Hartselle was chosen to receive a set of these films. The library has chose to show “Freedom Riders Telling 436 stories: Could You Get On

The Bus?” This PBS Stanley Nelson film is a Sundance Film Festival Official selection. The documentary offers an inside look at a pivotal moment in the civil rights struggle, when a brave band of activists challenged segregation in the Deep South. The film will be shown at the Hartselle Fine Arts Center Thur., Feb. 27, and Thur., March 6, at 6 p.m. both nights. It is free and open to the public. Librarian Emily Love invites you to come and see the film and participate in the discussion following the presentation.

Feb. 27-March 1

The Little Mermaid College Street Players will present Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” Feb. 27 through March 1 at the Hartselle High School Auditorium. Performances are at 7 p.m. each EVENTS continued on page 9

Sparkman Civic Center will host its Spring Pinterest Party Feb. 25. They are asking for everyone to register by Fri., Feb. 21.

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EVENTS, from 8 night with a matinee performance March 1 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students. They can be purchased at Zoey’s Downtown, the Hartselle Fine Arts Center or the Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce.

March 11

One-day pool pass sale Hartselle Aquatic Center will have a one-day pool pass sale March 11 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Passes will be $70 for one and $35 for each additional member in your household.

March 15

Run for Life Run For Life, a 5K and 1 mile

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run, will be March 15, at the Tabernacle. Pick up packets at West Hartselle Baptist Church, March 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and at the Chapel at the Tabernacle March 15, at check in starting at 7 a.m. There will be rewards for the winners and T-shirts for those who pre-register by the deadline, March 9. Pre-register online at active.com/hartselle-al/running/runfor-life-2014. All proceeds go to Hartselle area Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.

March 24-28

Spring Break Hartselle and Morgan County Schools will have its Spring Break March 24-28.

April 12

Easter Egg Hunt

The annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt and Family Fun Day will be to April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at Sparkman Park. Daystar Church in Hartselle will also providing activities during the event. The egg hunt will begin promptly at 10 a.m.

Dog Bone Hunt Hartselle Parks and Recreation’s annual Dog Bone Hunt will be April 12 at 11 a.m. at Sparkman Park Pavilion 4. Dogs will be divided into three separate weight classes for the hunt. Prizes will be awarded for Largest Dog, Smallest Dog, Most Bones Found and Best Dressed. All dogs must be up to date on their shots and on a leash. Please only bring one dog per person. You will also need a bag to collect bones.

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Loud, frequent snoring is a telltale sign of sleep apnea – a sleep disorder that many dentists can help treat with oral appliance therapy.

OUR WAY OF LIFE

Don’t ignore the snore Snoring may be more than a nuisance, here are five solutions to help you stop

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noring not only keeps you and your bed partner up at night - it can be dangerous to your health.

Typically, as you sleep, air passes through the nose and past the back of the throat without any trouble. But as muscles relax during sleep, the upper airway can become partially blocked, causing the soft tissue in the throat to vibrate and creating the cumbersome noise that is snoring. Loud and frequent snoring is a common warning sign for obstructive sleep apnea, which is a serious sleep illness. Over time, sleep apnea can increase the risk of high blood pressure, a weakened immune system, 10 • Hartselle Living

depression, diabetes, heart disease and more.

“Your mind, body and overall health suffer from poor quality sleep, so it’s important to determine the cause of your snoring and take action,” says Dr. B. Gail Demko, a dentist who has practiced dental sleep medicine for more than 20 years and is president of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine - the only non-profit national professional society dedicated exclusively to the practice of dental sleep medicine.

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SNORE, from 10 The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine recommends these surprising remedies to help you stop snoring and sleep more soundly: 1. Change position - When you lie on your back, you’re more prone to snore. By sleeping on your side or raising the head of your bed 4 to 8 inches, you can help keep your airway open and prevent snoring. A trick to keep from rolling onto your back is to surround yourself with pillows or wear a rolled up hand towel in a fanny pack.

2. Avoid alcohol - When it comes to snoring, a nightcap is a misnomer.

Alcohol increases muscle relaxation, and relaxed throat muscles can make snoring worse. Come home from happy hour at least three to four hours before bedtime to minimize your tendency to snore.

3. Work it out - Throat exercises

can reduce snoring and the severity of sleep apnea by toning muscles around the airway, which helps prevent it from collapsing during sleep.

There are several exercises you can do that involve swallowing, chewing and contracting the back of the throat. Strengthen your muscles by setting aside time each day for a throat workout.

4. Kick a bad habit - Cigarette smoking irritates and inflames your upper airway, increasing the likelihood that you’ll snore and raising your risk of developing sleep apnea.

Learn about the available options, such as support groups and nicotine replacement therapy, to help you quit smoking and put sleep problems to bed.

5. Visit a dentist - Did you know there are thousands of dentists trained to help treat and manage your snoring and sleep apnea? Dentists experienced in dental sleep medicine

can provide an effective, customfitted oral appliance that you wear during sleep to maintain an open, unobstructed airway. Oral appliance therapy is a comfortable alternative to the traditionally-prescribed CPAP machine and mask, and many patients prefer it as a solution for living with sleep apnea. If you’re losing shuteye to snoring or sleep apnea, visit www.LocalSleepDentist.com to find a dentist near you who offers oral appliance therapy.

“AADSM recommends oral appliance therapy for people with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea or those who can’t comply with CPAP,” says Demko. “Once you’ve been diagnosed with primary snoring or sleep apnea by a board-certified sleep physician, a trip to a dentist for a custom-fitted oral appliance can be your key to better sleep and better health.”

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GET TO KNOW

Doing it God’s way Priceville’s Emily Moore turns to her faith to help her get healthy STORY AND PHOTOS BY BRENT MAZE

Emily Moore didn’t know what to do.

She tried everything – Weight Watchers, diets, exercise programs.

She even talked with a doctor about having gastric bypass surgery, but she didn’t have the money to have the procedure done.

At a time when she nearly lost all hope trying to lose weight, she had one more place to turn.

“Knelt down and prayed,” Moore said. “I asked God to help me lose weight. I know it seems trivial to ask something like that, but it was extremely important to me. I needed help.”

Her prayer was answered.

On Jan. 21, 2012, the mother of two from Priceville began her journey to health and happiness with the God’s help. Two years later, that journey helped her shed 185 pounds and took her to New York City to appear on NBC’s Today Show.

In early January, the Today Show was asking people across America to talk about their weight loss stories. She decided to comment on the Facebook post.

Later that week, she got an unexpected call. It was the producers from the show.

“At first, I didn’t believe it, but after a few minutes, I realized that this was really happening,” Moore said. “They wanted to see if I could fly to New York and be on the show later that week. It was just an awesome experience for me.”

Less than a week from when she had posted her story on the Facebook post, she was now in New York City and

ready to go on the show. She said she arrived early that morning to get makeup and prepare for the show.

While there, she got to meet Cuba Gooding Jr., who was being interviewed by the main Today Show crew that morning.

She appeared on the final hour, which is hosted by Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb.

“It was a nerve-racking experience,” Moore said. “I didn’t actually get to meet them until I came out from behind of a large before picture of me.

I wasn’t really sure what they wanted me to talk about until I got out there with them. And I didn’t know exactly which camera to look at, but it was still a great experience, one that I’ll never forget.”

Through her journey, Moore hasn’t just learned how to lose weight. She said it’s been a complete transformation of her life.

Her mindset changed. She didn’t look at food as a source of happiness anymore. She downloaded My Fitness Pal to help her track her food intake to make sure she’s not exceeding her daily calorie limit.

“I had to learn that food is a source of fuel for your body and not something that makes you happy,” Moore said. “I had to learn how to make my calories count instead of just counting calories.”

After getting a handle on her nutrition, she decided to start adding ex-

ercise to her routine. From then, she zoned in on eating right and exercising and the pounds started falling off.

Within eight months, she had already shed 100 pounds from her 300-pound figure.

One important rule is that she lived by was that she could always eat anything she wanted.

“I could always eat anything, even fast food, just as long as I stayed within my calorie limit,” Moore said.

“Folks at church might decide to go out for Mexican food, but I didn’t because I didn’t use up all of my calories on one meal. I could do it, but that meant I had to cut back somewhere else. That’s how in the zone I was.”

Now that she has achieved her goal of becoming healthy, Moore wants to help others who are in her situation. She created the Facebook page Completely Fit. She has been invited by several churches to speak to their congregations.

“I’m just praying right now that God will show me what that next step is right now,” Moore said. “I’m keeping all of my options open right now. I know I want to help others who were in my situation and encourage them.”

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The scouts achieving Eagle rank include, from left, (back) Andrew Williamson, Joshua Rencher, Sam McGough, Ben McGough, (front) Jarett Anders, Garrett Johnson, Benjamin Haraway and Seth Pillow.

WAY OF LIFE

Eight is enough Scouts honored at Eagle Scout ceremony at Falkville church

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alkville Boy Scout Troop 77 conducted an Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony for eight of its members at Fairview The Grace Place, the last time the organization will be honoring Eagle scouts.

Receiving the highest rank bestowed by the Boy Scout organization were Jarett Anders, Ben-

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jamin Haraway, Garrett Johnson, Ben McGough, Sam McGough, Seth Pillow, Joshua Rencher and Andrew Williamson.

They lighted candles after repeating parts of the Boys Scout creed and recognized their mothers and mentors by presenting them with commemorate pins.

Fathers participated by presenting their sons with Eagle badges and

neckerchiefs.

State Rep. Ed Henry, RHartselle, presented each Scout with a certificate of achievement.

“I will always cherish the adventures we shared together on the trail,” Rob McGough, founder of the troop, told the honorees.

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SCOUTS, from 14 you this thought: ‘To those who much is given, much is expected.’ Eagle Scouts, we are proud of you.”

In giving the Eagle charge, Dr. Jay Suggs said: “You will play an important part in making our country better.

I urge you to dedicate your abilities to the welfare of humanity. May your Scout oath always be your guide.”

“Your names are chiseled in a granite rock in a Birmingham park, Don Atkinson, charter organization representative, told the honorees.” One day after you’re married, you’ll go back there with your children. They will see your name on the stone and they’ll smile back at you. That will be one of the happiest days of your life.”

“Because of your pursuit of excellence, your have joined a band of Eagle brothers,” he added. “Never forget those who helped you along the way.”

“This is one of my greatest achievements,” said Eagle Ben McGough.

“It’s more than a rank, it’s a way of life. It’s something that will stay with me for the rest of my life.”

The Court of Honor was called to

Eagle Scout Andrew Williamson puts a pin of appreciation on his mother, Valerie.

order by Scoutmaster Scotty Rencher and Troop 77 Color Guard posted the colors. Wendy Henry sang the national anthem.

Dr. Milan Dekich gave the invocation and Rob McGough, founder of the troop, conducted the Court of Honor.

Pastor Tommy Lee concluded the ceremony with the benediction and closing remarks.

“A Pictorial Trail to Eagle,” which

was videotaped by Andrew Williamson, was shown at the close of the ceremony. It depicted the Eagle Scouts as they worked on their required community services projects. The projects included building picnic tables and benches, erecting fences, doing landscape work, operating a food kitchen for the needy and growing a garden.

Fairview The Grace Place chose not to renew its charter with the Scouts.

Carlos Haraway lights a candle during the Court of Honor ceremony for eight Eagle Scouts.

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Jessica Williams, left, and Emileigh Robb take notes in a packet of research on the former Morgan County Training School, which was a Rosenwald School. Williams, Robb and Dakoyia Rainey, not pictured, are helping write the text for a historical marker commemorating the training school.

HISTORY

Marking the past Morgan County Training School to be recognized as Rosenwald School STORY AND MAIN PHOTO BY BRENT MAZE • ADDITIONAL PHOTOS BY HARTSELLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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he Morgan County Training School may not be standing today, but it will not be forgotten.

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Street, will receive a historic marker that will recognize its history.

Specifically, its first school building, which opened in the 1920s, was built using funds from the Rosenwald Schools Initiative.

Cleo Stubbs, a former student of

the MCTS, said he’s glad that the school will finally receive its recognition.

“We’ve been working on this for a long time,” Stubbs said. “I actually didn’t even know it was HARBIN continued on page 17

HARBIN, from 16 a Rosenwald School until we started researching it. We’re happy that we’re finally going to get this marker recognizing the school.”

The Rosenwald Schools Initiative began in 1912 after Booker T. Washington approached Julius Rosenwald, part owner and leader of Sears, Roebuck and Company, about a concept to build rural schools for African American students.

During two decades, more than 5,300 schools, vocational shops and teacher homes were built in 15 states, including Alabama.

Lee Y. Greene with the Hartselle Historical Society submitted information to the state to have the training school site listed as a historical site and to place a historical marker. He was also to enlist the help of State Sen. Arthur Orr, R-Decatur, to help obtain funding for the project.

“I had no idea that we had a Rosenwald school right here in Hartselle before I started researching this project,” Greene said. “Rosenwald schools are

This is a 1924 image of the Morgan County Training School, which was built by the Rosenwald Fund.

excited to get to participate writing a historical marker that will live on for generations.

“I’m excited about this opportunity to help write something that people will see for a long time,” Williams said.

Robb said doing the research has helped her understand more this time in history.

“I didn’t realize that black children in Hartselle didn’t have a way to go to school before this,” Robb said. “Many of the students and teachers had to come and stay with families in Hartselle during the week.

After class on Friday, they went back to their homes.”

“We are blessed that we don’t have to do that now,” Williams said. “We don’t need to take what we have for granted.”

Stubbs said all of the students he’s ever known that went to the Morgan County Training School were successful.

“They have a good people who practice citizenship and responsibility and they are self-sufficient,” Stubbs said.

“I don’t know if they were that way before they came to school or not, but I do believe it helped them get to This is a photo of the 1935 class of Morgan County Training School. This image shows the original where they are today.”

Rosenwald Fund school building. The man in the last row is believed to be Mr. Catston N. McDaniel, who such an important part of history and we had one right here.”

In December, the state approved the marker for the site. To help write the text for the marker, Greene enlisted the help of three students who participate in a tutoring program of the MorganHartselle Community Task Force.

Jessica Williams, Emileigh Robb and Dakoyia Rainey have done research on the school to help the group write the short history that will be placed on the marker.

Williams and Robb said they were

was the grantor of the school property and the first school principal.

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Skillet Quinoa with Black Beans, Cilantro and Feta

FOOD

Fuel Up for Fitness Recipes to help you eat right while refueling for the next workout to lose weight

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ports nutrition isn’t just the domain of professional athletes — for a good workout and quick recovery, everyday athletes need the right diet, too.

“A good workout is draining and can lead to fatigue and sore muscles,” said Michele Macedonio, R.D., C.S.S.D., L.D. a veteran sports nutritionist and team dietitian for the Cincinnati Reds.

“The right combination of foods helps restore energy and nutrients used during exercise, and prepares your body for the next workout.”

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Dishes such as these from CanolaInfo provide complex carbohydrates, fiber and protein with nutrition-packed ingredients including whole grains, beans, nuts, fruits and plenty of vegetables.

Each delicious recipe contains less than 300 calories per serving and is prepared with heart-smart canola oil to supply healthy unsaturated fats, including monounsaturated and omega-3 fats. For more great recipes, visit www. canolainfo.org.

Know the Score

Make friends with fat: Fat is an important energy source for athletes, but it’s important to choose healthy fats.

Canola oil, for example, provides a valuable source of unsaturated fats, including monounsaturated and omega-3 fats.

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BEEF, from 18 after a workout, when muscle is most receptive to growing.

Don’t ignore complex carbs: Athletes need healthy carbohydrates, the preferred source of energy for active muscles. Whole grains, beans, vegetables and fruit are good sources.

Feed the furnace: Running on empty? Your body needs consistent fuel to function. A small pre-workout snack may improve your workout performance. Liquid foods such as smoothies digest more quickly than solids, which makes them ideal pre- or post-workout for energy, hydration and restoring nutrients.

Chunky Chicken, Vegetable and Rosemary Stew

Skillet Quinoa with Black Beans, Cilantro and Feta

Yield: 6 servings Serving size: 1 cup 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 cup onions, diced 2 cups red bell pepper, diced 1 1/2 cups water 3/4 cup quinoa, uncooked 1 can (15 ounces) reduced sodium black beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/3 cup crumbled, reduced-fat feta cheese* 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 medium garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt In large, non-stick skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper. Sauté 5 minutes or until onions begin to brown on edges, stirring occasionally. Add water and quinoa. Bring to boil over mediumhigh heat, reduce heat, cover and cook on medium-low for 12 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Remove from heat, stir in beans, walnuts, chili powder, feta, cilantro, garlic and salt. Cover and let stand 2 minutes to heat through and absorb flavors. *Vegetarian option: Replace feta with vegan cheese or tofu.

Nutritional analysis per serving: 230

calories; 8 g total fat (1.5 g saturated fat); 10 mg cholesterol; 31 g carbohydrates; 7 g fiber; 3 g sugars; 10 g protein; 360 mg sodium; 445 mg potassium

Chunky Chicken, Vegetable and Rosemary Stew

Yield: 6 servings Serving size: 1 cup 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 12 ounces boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium onion, cut in 8 wedges 3 medium carrots, quartered lengthwise and cut into thirds 1 medium celery stalk, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups water 2 dried bay leaves 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sodium navy beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

3/4 teaspoon salt In Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon canola oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook about 3 minutes per side or until it begins to brown (center will still be slightly pink). Remove from oven and set aside.

Add remaining canola oil, onion, carrot and celery. Sauté, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until vegetables just begin to lightly brown on edges. Add water, bay leaves and pepper flakes. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer covered for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Stir in chicken, beans, tomatoes, Italian parsley, rosemary and salt. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tomatoes are tender and chicken is cooked.

Serve immediately or let stew stand 30 minutes to develop flavors and texture.

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1. Maureen Matson, the Hartselle Elementary Teacher of the Year, poses for a photo with her kindergarten class.

2. Shelia Reeves is the Jacksonville State University Teacher of the Year nominee for middle schools. School Superintendent Dr. Vic Wilson presents Reeves with the recognition. 3. Tracie Turrentine is Morgan County’s 2013-2014 elementary Teacher of the Year. 4. Morgan County Superintendent Bill Hopkins Jr. congratulates Patrick Dudley as 2013-2014 Support Person of the Year.

5. Mary McClanahan is the JSU Teacher of the Year nominee for elementary schools.

6. Wilson presents Maureen Matson with the Elementary Teacher of the Year Award.

7. Vic presents Jerome Ward with the Secondary Teacher of the Year Award.

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Hartselle won the Junior varsity boys basketball championship by defeating Brewer, 49-45, on Saturday. Team members, from left, are (front) Caleb Finn, Jaxson Peebles, Jake Tiffin, Lane Anders, (back) head coach Greg Adams, Kyler Topps, Gage Johnson, Grant Jared, Taylor Dersham and Seth Ballew.

Hartselle girls basketball team members are, from left, (front) Shaneal Johnson, Allie Roden, Jada Hayes, Shelby Harris, Sarah Ellen Battles, (back) Erica Allen, Melissa-Paul Hill, Madison Williams, Riley Corum, Katie Glasgow.

Hartselle’s JV girls basketball team members are Gabrielle Bili, Kaitlyn Spangler, Maggie Anderson, Anna Stinson, Mary Jane Wooley, Kaylee Murphy, Lindsey Berry, Rose Braun, Jordan Finn, Billie Shelton, Hannah Garner and Gracie Poe.

Brewer team members include, from left, (front) Presley Craft, Emily Oden, Brook Childers, Cheyenne McLemore, Tamera Chatman, (back) assistant coach Ron Smith, Shelbi Bowen, Riley Northway, Bri Flack, Malerie Drinkard, head coach Ron Smith and assistant coach Shannon Hulse.

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Top Left: Members of the All-Morgan County Boys Basketball Tournament Team are, from left, Luke Mason, Kyle Haynes and Marc McClendon from Priceville and Dustin Morgan and tournament MVP Grant Workman from West Morgan. Not pictured was Patrick Doherty from Danville. Top Right: Members of the All-Morgan County Girls Basketball Tournament Team are, from left, Jada Beverly from Priceville, Riley Terry and Allie Roden from Hartselle and Malerie Drinkard, Cheyenne McLemore and tournament MVP Riley Northway. Bottom left: Brewer’s freshman basketball team won the Morgan County Basketball championship by defeating Priceville. Team members, from left, are: (kneeling) Jared Holmes, Cole Weaver, Chanse Stone, Jonathan Holmes and Seth Dunn; (standing) Mel Northway, head coach, Dakota Bennett, Noah Stapler, Jacob Humphries, Baxley Collins, John Graves and Haden Holmes. Not pictured is Nathan Conn.

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Rent one room or the entire building

Call 256-773-4046

Priceville boys basketball team members are, from left, (front) Milik Orr, Jacob Wood, Luke Mason, John Williams, Kyle Haynes, (back) head coach Darrell Haynes, Chandler Livingston, Grant Thigpen, Trent Colbert, Jacob Crow and Kaleb Barker.

Brewer’s junior varsity girls defeated Hartselle, 28-22, to win a Morgan County basketball championship. Team members, from left, are: (kneeling) Katelyn Childs, Sarah Clark, Jessie Privett and Carlee Anders; (Standing) Alyssa Bradford, Sydney Wrenn, Kameron Bramlett, Lindsey Borden and Victoria Roberts and head coach Shannon Hulse.

The Brewer JV boys basketball team finished as the runners-up in the Morgan County Basketball Tournament. Team members are Riley Hall, Colton Pritchett, Desean Walker, Logan Gibson, Sean Honeycutt, Stan Ball, Cole Crawley, Aaron McDougal, Hunter Swafford and Brandon Lee.

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Left: Morgan County’s 2014 Spelling Bee winner Kevin Nguyen is surrounded by his parents, Ken and Kristina Nguyen and sister, Anna. Kevin is a fifth grader at Lacey’s Spring School. Below: Isabelle Wilbanks, a Falkville seventh grader, receives the Morgan County Spelling Bee runner-up trophy from Hartselle City Schools Superintendent Dr. Vic Wilson.

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Classifieds To place an ad in Hartselle Living, call 256.773-6566

JACKSON TOWNHOUSES 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath All appliances included, Convenient Location.

Jackson Ave North.

256-332-2960 Village Green Apartments 111 Village Green Circle, Red Bay 256-356-8761 Equal Housing Opportunity Handicap Accessible KDC Properties, Inc. 256-355-9090 P.O. Box 987 Decatur, AL 35602 kdcpropertiesinc.com J. Wesley Cain, AL #286; TN #6499 Steel Building Bargains Allocated Discounts We do deals 30x40,50x60,100x100 and more Total Construction and Blueprints Available gosteelbuildings.com Source #18X 251-241-4250 NOW LEASING CONVENIENCE STORES: 2 IN RED BAY, 1 IN VINA, 1 IN RUSSELLVILLE, 1 IN PHIL CAMPBELL. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE 256-356-9518 Become a Dental Asst. in ONLY 8 WEEKS! Please visit our website capstonedentalassisting. com or call (205) 561-8118 and your career started!

JACKSON TOWNHOUSES 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath All appliances included Convenient Location Jackson Ave. North 256-332-2960 Equal Housing Opportunity RUSSELL DEVILLA Accepting Applications Mon & Wed Only 9-3. 1BR-2 BR Apts.

Rent based on Income.

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CREEKSTONE SPACIOUS LUXURY APARTMENTS 1570 Lawrence St. East, located .5 miles South from Hwy 43. All ground floor, All appliances, ceramic tile, ceiling fans, Individual Alarm Systems & more. Temporary phone 256275-0427 HOME FOR SALE Financing Available (wac).

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A&R Transport 888-202-0004 Full Time Nurse Practitioner for multi location practice. Must be able to see both Adult & Pediatric patients in Huntsville/ Decatur area. Mail resume to Nurse Box 947 Columbiana, AL 35051 Caregivers & Nurses Male & Female ALWAYS THERE IN-HOME CARE Seeks compassionate Employees. Now Branch Offices in Pell City & Huntsville. Apply in person: M-F 10-3; 3021 Lorna Rd Suite 100, Hoover 824-0224 FLATBED DRIVERS New Pay Scale-Start @.37cpm, Up to 0.04 cpm Mileage Bonus Home Weekends Insurance & 401K Apply @Boydandsons.com 800-648-9915 CARRY TRANSIT Decatur, Alabama Now hiring

DRIVERS * Good Pay * Excellent Benefits & Home Time * 18 Months OTR exp. * Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.

Apply on Line@ CarryTransit. com CAREER OPPORTUNITY! I am looking for a particular type of person to work locally. One who will take personal interest in my business. If you are willing to work, follow instructions and can live on $3,000 a month until your skills improve. I will train you and train you well, pay you and pay you well, and provide advancement limited only by your ability. Call Monday only 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ask for Will Black. 256-458-9900 Sales RepWZZN-FM ESPN Prospecting/cold calls 1 yr sales experience Media Sales Preferred See Qualifications on 977thezone.com EOE CNA’s and CAREGivers Not getting the hours or money you need? Then ask yourself this: does your employer match our credentials? * Largest in North Alabama * Competitive Pay with Paid Vacation Time * Immediate Bonus Opportunities * Ongoing Training Available That’s what we thought. Home Instead Senior Care has work available! Call today and start this week!

256-883-3080 LOCAL TRUCKING COMPANY HIRING DRIVERS. OTR & Regional. Must have 2 yrs. exp. and Class A CDL. 256-739-9155 ext. 2 ask for Martin or apply online at www.prioritytrans.com WE WANT TO HIRE YOU TO RETIRE YOU Work for a strong stable company. Southern Haulers LLC

in Calera. Hiring CDL-A Drivers for new accounts. Must have clean CDL-A, Hazmat pref. Exc pay and benefits.

Contact Mike 800.537.4621 EOE southernhaulersllc.com Get Paid to Wave! Must be out going and energetic. No experience necessary. Call for audition time. Liberty Tax Hartselle 256-850-3444 Sunshine Homes, Inc. is accepting applications: Owner/ Operator Lease Drivers, Service Techs & Trim out Contractors.

Call 256-356-4427 ext-#33 for details Looking for a great home?

Call Davidson Realty 811 Village Wood Drive Russellville, AL 256-332-5236 Looking for a home? Need help with financing?

Call your neighbors down the street at Davis Realty. We can help you get a great rate!

Call Willodean 256-762-5671 Davis Realty & Assoc. Inc. 115 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville, AL 256-332-9920 ANN’S ALTERATIONS 600 Limestone Street, Suite #6 Hartselle, AL 256-773-4213 We Buy ATVs Motorcycles & Utility Vehicles Motorsports Superstore 888-880-2277 Hamilton, AL WINTER CLEAN-UP Need a Dumpster?

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Call Jerry 256-332-9253 or 256-412-5392 Mon-Fri. 8am-5pm, Sat. 8am-12pm Town Hill Mini Storage 160 Units Vacancies All Sizes 256-332-9928 Smith Motors Two locations on Hwy 31, Decatur Lot #1 256-350-9938 Lot #2 256-350-9937 smithmotorsautosales.com

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THE LAST WORD

“The things I want to know are in books; my best friend is the man who’ll get me a book I ain’t read.”

–Abraham Lincoln

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Halo Sleepsac

babies

sleep safe

NEWBORN SWADDLE

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Panda Warmer Provides the most advanced care while keeping little ones warm.

Spacious rooms with comfortable new beds Special menu for two Car seat education and safety check Free wellness center trial membership Professional photography session Labor and delivery suite renovations coming soon!

Board certified obstetricians 24-hour pediatrician coverage Caring, trained newborn center staff with approximately 600 years of experience delivering babies and providing nursing care Certified lactation consultant Prenatal classes including infant CPR We encourage you to schedule a tour and meet our staffÂ

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