Hartselle Living May 2014

Principal in flight Crestline’s Robin Varwig jumps out of plane for students

Inside this edition: Relay makes an impact in Hartselle Grilling up the perfect steaks Vol. 4, Issue 5

Summer calendar

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MAY 2014

GET TO KNOW 14. Robin Varwig

ON THE COVER Crestline Principal Robin Varwig poses for a photo following her skydive. She promised to do a skydive after her school raised $5,000 for Relay for Life.

Crestline Elementary School principal Robin Varwig floated through the sky like a majestic bird while delivering on a promise she made to her faculty and students a few weeks earlier.

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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10 OUR WAY OF LIFE: Hartselle-Morgan Relay for Life brings big crowd.

WELLNESS: Turn to flossing to get that perfect smile.

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18 FOOD: Grill the perfect steak this summer.

SCENE: See photos from events around Hartselle and Morgan County.

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LETTERS

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t is hard to believe that we are already at the end of May and, along with that, five months of the year 2014 are behind us. Dixie Baseball and softball are winding down. Soon the baseball fields will be silent again until next year.

Mother’s Day has come and gone, along with Memorial Day. Perhaps there will be a couple of other Decoration Days as we call then here in the South. Most schools in this area will also complete their year within the last few days of May and first week of June.

Summer is here, even if not officially by the calendar dates.

Warm temperatures, school kids out and about in the neighborhoods, the smell of meat cooking over an open flame – those are just some of the many sights, sounds and smells that summer time brings. The smell of chlorine at the local pool, the aroma of fresh cut grass and even the smell of the mosquito truck, as he tries Randy Garrison • Letter from the Publisher to keep that population under cially those grown by you, are a delicacy hard to beat. Frying control, are all familiar summerup a few of the green ones, unhealthy as they might be, sound time scenes. pretty good as well. Fresh corn cooked on the grill, along Family picnics, going to beach for vacation and just enjoying the longer days of sunshine make summer time one of my with green beans and fresh onions and cucumbers, make my mouth water just thinking about it. favorite seasons.

Grilling and get too hot? Just jump in the pool and cool off Some say it is too hot and too humid and there are too many bugs. However, I will put up with those minor issues to while your food is cooking. Very few things are more enjoyable than cooking outside and enjoying your meal out in the be able to enjoy the creation that God gave to us.

From walking on the beach, hanging out at the lake and en- fresh air.

Besides, why heat up the house when you cook outside and joying a sunset in the mountains to just listening to the frogs then you do not have to clean up the kitchen? or dry flies while sitting out on the deck on a warm summer There is nothing like living in “Sweet Home Alabama” evening, life is meant to be enjoyed come summer time.

Cooking and eating fresh vegetables are another great sum- during the summertime when life is good, people are happy, the tea is cold and the ice cream is freezing in the ice cream mer time treat. Nothing tastes better than what my grandparmaker. Thank you Lord for all your blessings. ents used to call a “mater sandwich.” Fresh tomatoes, espeHartselle Living • 5

Hartselle: Sports town During my more than three years living in Hartselle, I have witnessed the fact that Hartselle truly is a place where champions are made.

Since I arrived here in January 2011, Hartselle has won championships in football, volleyball, baseball, football and girls golf. That is truly incredible.

That doesn’t include several individual championships in wrestling, track and field and golf.

Many schools in the state don’t even have one, much less the more than 20 team state championships that Hartselle has.

My alma mater only has five team state championships, none of which occurred while I was in school. In

fact, four of them happened since I graduated.

So Hartselle is very fortunate to have the rich athletic history that it has.

Leading the way is baseball with eight state championships, all of which have come since 1990 under head coach William Booth.

Hartselle softball just won the 2014 state championship Brent Maze • Letter from the Editor to tie girls golf with four. Wrestling and girls its community support. basketball both won two state Everywhere you go, Hartselle fans championships. outnumber the opponents. With that Football, volleyball and boys kind of support, no wonder our kids basketball have one championship fight as hard as they do. each. One reason for that success is

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CALENDAR

Summer offers activities for all June 2-3

HHS Softball camp The Hartselle High School softball program, winners of the 2014 5A state championship, will host a summer softball camp June 2 and 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days at the Grady and Margie Long Softball Complex. The camp is for ages 5 to 13. Camp fee is $50. Family discounts are available. Refreshments and T-shirts will be provided. Campers will need a glove, bat, helmet, cleats and tennis shoes. Checks can be made payable to Hartselle Softball. Entry forms are available at each Hartselle school. For more information, call head coach Christy Ferguson at 256-303-2221.

June 2-6

Soccer Clinic Hartselle Parks and Recreation will have a soccer clinic instructed by local volunteers. The clinic will be held June 2-6 at Groover Road soccer fields. Ages 4-8 will be from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and ages 9 and older will be 8:30 to 10 a.m.

The fee is $37, which includes a T-shirt and drinks. Players are asked to bring shin guards and a soccer ball if one is available. Please register and pay no later than May 29 at the civic center.

June 3

Educational farm tour An educational farm tour will be Tues., June 3, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bus, lunch and snack will be provided. The workshop is free. For more information or to register, contact Summer Stidham at 256-773-6541, Ext 102.

Splash Pad parties Join us every Tuesday in June at 1 p.m. at the SNAP Splash Pad behind Sparkman Civic Center for Splash Pad Parties.

The event is open to ages 12 and under and is free to all that attend. Refreshments

will be served after each party to children only.

June 4-6

Painting with acrylics In this three-day class, Rachel Quinlivan will be teaching your child how to paint with acrylics while also including art history in each lesson. The art clinic will be June 4-6 at 1 p.m. The fee is $60 and includes supplies. Rachel is currently attending Athens State University on an art scholarship to become an art teacher for children grades K-12. She is also a volunteer at Crestline Elementary School and has taught three CUBS meetings.

Participants must be registered no later than May 30. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to email her at rachel.quinlivan@aol.com.

June 9-12

HHS Baseball Camp The Hartselle High School baseball camp will be June 9-12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day at Sparkman Park. The camp for ages 10 and under will be June 9-10 while the camp for ages 11 and older will be June 11-12. The cost is $60 per camper. Please furnish baseball glove, hat and tennis shoes. A bat is optional. Please make all checks payable to Hartselle Baseball Camp and mail payments with entry forms to William Booth, 1206 Ridgecrest Lane, Hartselle, AL 35640.

June 9-11

Basics of twirling camp Mellonie Chappell will be instructing girls entering grades K-7 the basics of twirling, basic strut and a dance twirl routine during a baton clinic June 9-11 from 9 to 11 a.m. Please register and pay the $35 fee no later than June 5. Five participants are needed or the clinic will be cancelled.

June 11

Youth Fire Academy Hartselle Park and Recreation and the Hartselle Fire Department are hosting a Youth Fire Academy June 11 from 9 to 11 a.m. in Sparkman Park. Get to experience a day in the life of a real firefighter. The academy is for children ages 6-12. They will try on uniforms, explore trucks and other fun firefighter activities. This event is free. Register at the civic center no later than June 5. Those that register after the cut-off date will not receive an event Tshirt. Kids, be prepared to get wet.

June 12

Dutch oven cooking class A Dutch oven cooking class will be June 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at the pavilion in Sparkman Park. Learn to cook outdoors on an open fire. You will cook your lunch and a dessert with Dutch oven chef Jody Wynn. The class fee is $5 and the registration deadline is June 5.

June 13

Daddy Daughter Date Night Daddy Daughter Date Night will be June 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Sparkman Civic Center. This event is just in time for Father’s Day. Daughters and granddaughters of all ages are encouraged to bring Dad out for a few hours of quality time that you will cherish for a lifetime. A $10 per person fee must be paid no later than June 6 to reserve your places.

June 16

Youth football and cheerleader signups Hartselle Youth Football and Cheerleading registration will be June 16, 23 and 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hibbett Sports in Hartselle. Registration fee is $60 for cheerleaders and ages 5/6 football players. Ages 7-12 will be $80. The birthday cut-off date is Aug. 31.

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EVENTS, from 7 June 16-18

Bowling Camp Family Lanes will host a bowling clinic June 16-18 from 10 a.m. to noon. The fee is $25 and includes lunch. Participants are asked to wear tennis shoes. You must register and pay at the civic center no later than June 12. The class will be instructed by local certified bowling instructors.

June 17

Shooting Sports Class A shooting sports class that teaches basic shotgun training and safety will be June 17 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Hartselle gun club in Florette. The class is for ages 9-19 only. There is no charge for this class. Deadline to register is June 10.

June 19

Canoeing and Water Works tour A canoeing and Water Works tour will be June 19 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Flint Creek Water Works area, 5514 US Highway 31 S. in Hartselle. Have you ever

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wondered about the waterway system in Morgan County? What kind of animals and people live on it? Have you ever wanted to canoe in the Tennessee River tributaries? Well this is the summer program for you. Learn about the area and take a tour of the water works building.

We will then eat lunch. (Please bring your own lunch.) Afterward, the group will canoe up and back on the Flint Creek.

Cost is $15 and the registration deadline is June 12.

from 9 to 11 a.m. Please register and pay the $35 fee no later than June 19. Five participants or the clinic will be cancelled.

June 24

Kids in the Kitchen Kids in the Kitchen class will be June 19 from 8 to 11 a.m. Kids ages 9-12 will learn simple meal preparation and kitchen utensil recognition. We will prepare breakfast, lunch and a dessert during this class. The fee is $10 per person. Register and pay the fee no later than June 16.

Wetland Explorers The Wetland Explorers class will be June 24 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Flint Creek Wetland Mitigation Bank. Participants will learn about wetland ecology, using a compass, gardening and making a take home craft. The class will meet at the Morgan County Agriculture Services Building. The class is for ages 7-13. Registration is $10 and includes craft, lunch and a snack. Participants will need to wear old clothes, boots or tennis shoes, bug spray and sunscreen. Contact Summer Stidham at 256-773-6541 ext. 102 to sign up by June 10.

June 23-25

June 25

Basics of Tumbling Mellonie Chappell will be instructing kids ages 5-10 the basic art of tumbling during a Tumbling Clinic June 23-25

Dog obedience class A basic dog obedience class will be EVENTS continued on page 9

EVENTS, from 8 June 25 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Sparkman Park. One dog with a leash and a collar per person. The dog must have up-to-date records for rabies and distemper shots.

There is no fee for this class. Registration deadline is June 18. Call the extension office at 256-773-2549 to register.

Youth Police Academy Hartselle Parks and Recreation and the Hartselle Police Department are sponsoring a Youth Police Academy June 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Sparkman Civic Center. Hartselle’s finest will give children an idea of what goes on behind the scenes.

The police officers invite children ages 6-12 to look inside a patrol car and learn about other police procedures. This event is free. Register no later than June 19.

Those that register after the cut-off date will not receive an event T-shirt.

June 26

Girls spa party A spa party for girls ages 8 to 10 will

be June 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sparkman Civic Center. The event includes manicures, pedicures and facials too. The fee is $10 and includes a light lunch, a day of pampering and a goody bag. Please register and pay the fee no later than June 23.

1 p.m. We will play games, make tiaras, and play make-up and have “tea” at noon.

The party is for girls ages 5-7. Partygoers are asked to wear their best gaudy princess attire. Please register and pay the $10 fee no later than July 11.

July 7-11

Cake decorating A cake-decorating workshop will be July 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Morgan County Extension Office. You will learn basic cake decorating using your own imagination and go home with a beautiful cake that was decorated by you.

Cost is $10. Lunch is provided. Registration deadline is June 25.

Boys 2 Men Boys 2 Men for boys ages 10 to 14 will be July 7-11 from 9 to 11 a.m. each day.

This class will teach them basic automobiles, grooming, tool information, lawn care, fishing, camping basics, grilling and the bodily changes of a teenager. Upon completion of the course each participant will receive a one day pool pass to the Hartselle Aquatic Center. The fee is $10 for the entire session. Scholarships are available for those unable to pay. Please register and pay no later than July 3.

July 15

Princess Party Hartselle Parks and Recreation’s Princess Party will be July 15 from 11 a.m. to

July 16

July 18-19

Rummage Sale Hartselle Parks and Recreation will have a rummage sale July 18 and 19 beginning at 7 a.m. both days. Sellers may begin registering June 2 at 7:30 a.m.

Booth rental is $20 for both days. All sellers must be registered by July 14. No one-day sellers. Limited space available.

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WELLNESS

Healthy smiles Find the right tools to invest in a healthy smile

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f you’re concerned about your oral health and looking to protect your physical and financial well-being, one of the easiest ways to do so is to practice preventive care. Attending bi-annual dental checkups and making smart oral health decisions can help you spot a concern well before it becomes an expensive problem.

Despite the obvious benefits of adhering to preventive care, many people forget this simple routine

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and risk bigger expenses down the road. Here are some easy tips you can follow to invest in a healthy smile and protect your oral health.

• Get serious about flossing. Daily flossing is one of the most important things you can do to improve your oral health. Floss helps to get down into the crevices between the teeth. This is where plaque SMILES continued on page 11

SMILES, from 10 resides. Daily flossing helps you remove this plaque before it turns into tartar.

• Find the toothbrush that’s right for you. As the main tool for scrubbing and brushing away unwanted plaque, the toothbrush tends to do the heavy lifting. Most dentists today recommend using an electric toothbrush. This allows you to give your teeth a better cleaning in less time, and it ensures you are brushing with the appropriate pressure.

• What’s your toothpaste of choice? With so many kinds of toothpaste, personal preference plays a big factor. Toothpastes vary by flavor, whitening power and other additional features, so it really comes down to your

brushing goals. Whichever brand you select, make sure the box has the American Dental Association (ADA) stamp. This way you’ll know your toothpaste has been regulated and tested.

• Don’t forget the mouthwash.

People tend to forget about this important last step in a mouth cleansing routine, but a recent Good Housekeeping study found that “More than 9 out of 10 respondents who are not currently mouth rinse users (93 percent) said they would use it if it could help improve their dental visits.”

Look for a mouthwash like the new Crest Pro-Health Tartar Protection rinse. This rinse does more than just provide anti-tartar and anti-cavity benefits, it also helps to freshen breath, fights unwanted surface stains and strengthens

weakened enamel.

• Your smile is affected by what you eat. There are many products on the market that can help you whiten your smile, but you can also improve your pearly whites by making the right food choices.

Eating strawberries, broccoli, apples and cauliflower, or drinking water and dairy products help to whiten your smile. Meanwhile, you should avoid drinking red wine, tea, coffee and cola, as these drinks can stain your teeth.

Maintaining good oral health doesn’t have to be hard. With the right tools and an established daily routine, you can ensure your minor oral health concerns don’t lead to major dentist bills in the future. To learn more ways you can improve your oral health, visit CrestProHealth.com.

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GET TO KNOW

Principal of skydiving STORY AND PHOTOS BY CLIF KNIGHT

Crestline Elementary’s Robin Varwig pays up on promise to jump out of plane if the school made its Relay for Life goal STORY AND PHOTOS BY CLIF KNIGHT

Crestline Elementary School principal Robin Varwig floats to the ground in a parachute after jumping from an airplane to make good on a challenge she made with her faculty and students. She promised to make the jump if they would raise $5,000 for Hartselle’s Relay for Life. They did much better by raising $7,000.

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restline Elementary School principal Robin Varwig floated through the sky like a majestic bird while delivering on a promise she made to her faculty and students a few weeks earlier.

Her parachute jump was executed with the precision of an experience skydiver, gracefully gliding over a 100-yard expanse of the school playground and landing about 50 yards from the assembled student body.

She landed within easy reach of two sky divers who preceded her jump and sat down briefly while they helped remove her parachute. Then, responding to the cheers of her students, she raised her arms and shouted back to them, “I did it!”

Varwig had promised her students that she would parachute jump from an airplane for the first time if the school raised $5,000 for the Hartselle-Morgan Relay for Life.

The students exceeded the goal by $2,000.

“It was an incredible rush falling through the sky,” she said when asked how she felt when she jumped. “But sitting on the edge of the plane with my legs dangling in the air made me a little nervous.”

In addition to the jump, she also agreed to take a pie in the face from every student who met an individual donation goal and 130 of them qualified as a pie thrower.

While the pie throwing took place earlier, windy conditions delayed her parachute jump at that time.

She said it took teamwork to meet their fundraising together.

“We did this together,” she told her students. “It’s not about what I did, but what you did to help raise money for Relay for Life.”

Varwig gave credit to Paul Russo of Skydivers Alabama for preparing her to make the jump.

Above: Robin Varwig shows her enjoyment of her skydive at the end of the school year.

Left: Sydney Brown’s T-shirt was in keeping with Crestline Elementary School principal Robin Varwig’s parachute jump.

Robin Varwig is surrounded by students and cameramen after her jump.

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Paula Hardin raises her hands and makes faces during the Survivors Lap as her husban, Joe, looks on. The Hardins were both diagnosed with cancer within a week of each other.

OUR WAY OF LIFE

Relaying for a cure Residents, businesses and organizations raise money, celebrate cancer survivors and awareness for cancer STORY BY BRENT MAZE PHOTOS BY BRENT MAZE AND KELLY MILLER 14 • Hartselle Living

Relay for Life supporters David Halbrooks and his mother Ronna walk.

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hen Paula Hardin took the first lap of the Hartselle- Morgan Relay for Life at Sparkman Civic Center, she did it in style.

It didn’t matter whether she was battling breast cancer or that her husband, Joe, was diagnosed with esophageal cancer within a week of her diagnosis, she was going to have a good time.

Hardin was raising her hands, making faces doing other fun activities during the lap and throughout the night.

“It’s a great night tonight,” she said. “It’s great to see all of this support here tonight.”

This was the first year that the Relay for Life committee planned to have the event indoors at Sparkman Civic Center.

Hartselle-Morgan Relay for Life kicks off with the Survivors’ lap followed by the Caregivers’ lap.

Top left: Team Hardin poses for a photo. Far right: Barbara Eaton, a cancer survivor, plays a game of Cornhole during Relay for Life. Eaton was walking in memory of Jane Frith. Immediate right: Elvis walks during the relay. Immediately above: Jeremiah Hatfield, 5, enjoys a slide on an inflatable during Relay for Life.

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FOOD

Ready to fire up the grill Grill Up an Incredible Steak, T-bones – the best of both worlds

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uite possibly the ultimate steak, the T-bone embodies the rich blend of varied beef flavors that steak lovers crave, from tender and mild to bold and beefy. On one side of the T-bone is the filet mignon. French for “dainty fillet,” the filet mignon is considered the most tender cut, with a mild beef flavor. On the other side of the T-bone is the strip loin or New York strip, a firm, robust steak that is naturally marbled and offers a bold taste. The bone itself also provides additional flavor in the cooking process. With this pairing of tastes, it is no surprise that the T-bone is considered to be “the best of both worlds” by steak connoisseurs.

For more steak recipes, visit www.

OmahaSteaks.com.

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Ancho Chile Rubbed Grilled T-Bones

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 15 minutes Serves: 4 4 Omaha Steaks T-bone steaks 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons Ancho Chile Rub (see recipe below) 12 grilled tri-color sweet baby peppers Preheat grill to medium. Thaw and blot dry steaks. Brush steaks with olive oil.

Generously cover both sides of steaks with Ancho Chile Rub by dipping them in rub. Continue until steaks are completely covered. Place steaks on heated grill and grill to desired doneness. (For a medium-rare steak, grill approximately 8

minutes on first side and 6 to 7 minutes on second side.) Remove steaks from grill and garnish with grilled tri-colored sweet baby peppers.

Ancho Chile Rub

Makes: 4 tablespoons 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 2 teaspoons sea salt 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder 1 teaspoon brown sugar Combine all ingredients and mix well.

Grilled T-Bones with Tabasco and Roquefort Cheese Butter

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STEAKS, from 16 Total time: 4 hours and 30 minutes Serves: 4 4 Omaha Steaks T-bones Omaha Steaks All Natural Steak Seasoning, or salt and pepper, to taste 4 slices (1 1/2-inch coins) Tabasco and Roquefort Cheese Butter (see recipe below) 2 tablespoons minced chives Thaw steaks overnight in refrigerator or quick thaw by placing sealed steaks in sink with water for approximately one hour.

Preheat grill to medium. Season both sides of steaks with seasoning, or salt and pepper. Grill steaks to desired doneness. (For medium-rare steak, grill approximately 8 minutes on first side and 6 to 7 minutes on second side.) Just before removing steaks from grill, place butter slice on each steak.

The idea is to have butter half melted on top as you are serving steaks. Garnish each steak with sprinkle of minced chives.

Tabasco and Roquefort Cheese Butter

4 ounces unsalted butter, softened 4 ounces Roquefort blue cheese, crumbled 3 tablespoons Tabasco sauce 1/4 cup fresh chives, minced 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced 1 roasted red pepper, peeled, seeded and diced 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Ten Tips for Perfect Grilling 1. Clean and preheat your grill on high.

2. Lightly oil everything before you put it on the grill. This helps the searing process and prevents sticking.

3. Season your food before grilling.

4. Sear the outside of steaks when grilling. This really helps with the flavor and juiciness.

5. Use tongs or a spatula to turn your meat on the grill. Using a fork can damage the meat.

6. Cover your grill as much as possible during the grilling process. This helps to lock in the grilled flavor and will help prevent flare-ups.

7. Keep a spray bottle with water handy to douse any unexpected flare-ups.

8. Use the 60/40 grilling method. Grill for 60 percent of the time on the first side, then grill 40 percent of the time after you turn over the food.

This will give you an evenly cooked product.

9. Place your cooked product on a clean plate. Never place cooked product on the plate you used to transport the raw product to the grill without thoroughly washing it first.

10. Allow your foods to “rest” for 5 minutes between cooking and eating. This will help them retain moisture when you cut into them.

Whip butter slightly in mixer. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Transfer mixture to sheet of parchment paper. Roll into tube (approximately 1 1/2-inch diameter) and twist paper at the ends. Refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours. When ready to serve, slice into coins as needed. Unused butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Total time: 45 minutes Serves: 4 4 Omaha Steaks T-bone steaks 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup Omaha Steaks Private Reserve Seasoning, or salt and pepper 1 recipe Roasted Pepper Pesto (see recipe below) 4 fresh basil sprigs Preheat grill to medium. Brush steaks with olive oil and season with seasoning, or salt and pepper. Brush both sides of steaks with Roasted Pepper Pesto. Place steaks on grill and cook to desired doneness. (For a medium-rare steak about 8 minutes on first side and 6 to 7 minutes on second side.) When steaks are finished, brush both sides one final time with pesto.

Serve steaks with dollop of unused pesto in center of each and garnish with fresh basil sprig.

Roasted Pepper Pesto

Makes: approximately 2 cups 1 cup roasted red peppers, peeled, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup garlic cloves, peeled 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup olive oil Combine all ingredients except olive oil in food processor or blender, and puree until smooth. Next, add oil slowly in food processor until completely combined.

Roasted Pepper Pesto Rubbed Grilled TBones Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes

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OUT AND ABOUT

Hartselle High School held its 2014 graduation ceremony at J.P. Cain Stadium. Top photo: Hartselle seniors move their tassels after they received diplomas. Immediately Above: Aaron Davis and seniors sing the alma mater while they put arms around each other’s shoulders. Middle right: Waid Miller and Sarah Ellen Battles were named Mr. and Miss HHS during commencement ceremonies. Far right: Christina Holmes was named the valedictorian of the Class of 2014. Immediate right: Jacob Briscoe was named the salutatorian of the senior class.

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Top: Hartselle High School participated in the Decatur Morgan Hospital Foundation Dragon Boat Races at Point Mallard Park. Fuqua, Jordan Finn, Katie Glascow, Haley Jared, Bret Blackwood, Casen Wallace and Luke Sutherland Middle were members of Boat 3. Middle Left: From left, (front) Natalie Davis, Olivia Godsey, Kelsey Rae Walling, Katie Glascow, Earline Lee, Mrs. Perrin, (back) Jordan Finn, Haley Jared and Taylor Sivley.

Middle right: Olivia Godsey, Kelsey Rae Walling and Jordan Finn waiting to row for Hartselle in the Dragon Boat Race. Immediate left: Jordan Finn and Kelsey Rae Walling getting ready for the race with life jackets. Far left: Taylor Sivley, Kelsey Rae Walling, Katie Glasgow, Natalie Davis, Jordan Finn after the first race.

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Hartselle High School held its senior awards day in May. Top photo: Seniors receive awards.

Immediately above: Aaron Davis receives a scholarship to the West Point Army Academy from an Army officer. The four-year award is valued at $288,000. Middle right: Taylor Sivley receives a scholarship offer from Auburn representative Andrew Taylor at Senior Honors Day. Immediate right: Cheyenne Stapleton, participant in the 16th annual Governor’s Leadership Conference, is embraced by LeAnne Pettey. Far right: Madeline Sittason, Sarah Ellen Battles and Ashley Boggs receive $1,500 college scholarship Brad Sheats with the city softball league.

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The Hartselle High School Band held its spring concert in the new auditorium. Top photo: Among the members of the senior class included Rachael Robbins, Joshua Rhodes, Ricky Pugh, Tristan Ponder and Alana Parker. Middle left: Ally Stephenson performs a Michael Buble song with the jazz band.

Middle photo: Ethan Johnson plays the drums. Middle right: Wilson Greene waves to the crowd.

Bottom: Jazz band members of the horn section include Wilson Greene, Julian Lucky, Sarah Butler, Rachael Robbins, Erin Kenney, Evan Avery and Ben Sexton acknowledge the crowd at the conclusion of the jazz band concert.

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Top photo: Barkley Bridge Elementary students raise their hands to confirm a pledge they made to use a part of their summer reading, writing, studying math and participating in physical activities. Middle left: Ruben Francis was one of the readers at Barkley Bridge Elementary School’s Committed to Reading Day. Above right: Dr. Tina Sloan reads “Dream Big Little Pig.” Above left: Dwight Tankersley reads a book to the class.

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Top left: Ken Doss and Doug Chapman pose for a photo during the Cotton Pickin’ BBQ Cook-Off. Top Right: Jenny Stephenson serves customers during the Cotton Pickin’ BBQ People’s Choice Award judging. Middle Left: These attendees enjoy the Taster’s Choice contest. Immediately above: Susan Hines presents an award to the Hell on Squeals BBQ. Far left: Susan Hines, president of the Chamber of Commerce, presents the grand champion trophy to Hickory Prime of New Orleans, La. Immediate left: Ayla Brown performs for the crowd.

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Sweet Tea Saturdays

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weet Tea Saturdays” are held the second Saturday of each month. Each second Saturday there will be activities planned that will offer folks an opportunity to enjoy a Saturday in Hartselle with entertainment, great deals from local merchants and see exactly what Hartselle has to offer as we throw out the welcome mat.

June’s event will be Sat., June 14.

“Sweet Tea Saturday” in June will have a western theme. Merchants and their employees are encouraged to dress in western type apparel. The folks here at Hartselle Living will be taking photos of those who dress “the part” and will share those in print and online. Plans are also in

the works to have someone downtown cooking food over an open flame with the aroma along bringing folks into town.

Local merchants are invited to join in and offer specials and hold in-store events to encourage shoppers to stop by and see all they have to offer. Also offering your shoppers a glass of tea would be a welcome treat as the temperatures rise.

This will be a great opportunity to showcase our community. Let us invite folks to come to Hartselle and show them how glad we are they stopped by.

If you own or operate a business, have a talent you would like to share, belong to a church or civic organization or just want to see Hartselle shine, you are invited to join in the fun.

We are available for *Weddings *Receptions *Luncheons *Pre-Wedding Parties *Bridal Teas

Top Right: Shoppers flock Hartselle stores for Sweet Tea Saturdays. Bottom Right: A business owner shows off her two pets. Immediately above: These two pose for a photo during the Sweet Tea Saturdays.

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Visit our website at hartsellefineartscenter.org or email us at hartsellefinearts@att.net

Rent one room or the entire building

Call 256-773-4046

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

Drivers: Don’t get hypnotized by the highway, come to a place where there’s a higher standard!

Up to $2K sign on, Avg $65K/yr + bonuses! CDL-A, 1 yr exp.

A&R Transport 888-202-0004 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 Clinic Openings American Family Care has full time openings. Apply now at www.americanfamilycare.com.

AFC is a smoke free, drug free, EOE American Proteins, Inc. Hiring Drivers Home Daily, Great benefits package (including: health/dental/ vision insurance), paid vacation and holidays, quarterly safety bonus, 401K retirement plan. Need Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, one year verifiable driving experience. Contact Jamie Sewell at 256-352-9821 Ext 133 or Ronnie Demonia Ext 109 EOE ANN’S ALTERATIONS 600 Limestone Street, Suite #6 Hartselle, AL 256-773-4213 Sanitary Sewer Construction Project beginning soon in Phil Campbell, AL. Labor and CDL Driver needed with proper credentials. Email resumes to deann@bamautility.com CAP AUTO SALES Our lot is 1 mile east of the traffic light in Rogersville, 17400 Hwy 72.

No pressure selling. We don’t sell cars, we let you buy! Cars, trucks, SUVs 888-823-8359 www.capautosales.com 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 Floors Weak or Sagging

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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 DEPENDABLE DOZER & DIRT 256-332-4854 F/T Family Practice CRNP position available. Please fax resumes to 256-331-2096.

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 DRIVERS WANTED! Falkville to Birmingham Shuttle Drivers Req: 21+ yo, Class A CDL, 1 yr exp, pass DOT physical/drug

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Licensed in Alabama 256-2336234

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Large front porch. $149,500.

Call 256-339-1268.

KDC Properties, Inc. 256-355-9090 P.O. Box 987 Decatur, AL 35602 kdcpropertiesinc.com J. Wesley Cain, AL #286; TN #6499

ALL POSITIONS NEEDED Increased Production • Receiving • Production • Maintenance Exp. a plus. Apply in person Franklin Homes 10655 Hwy 43, Russellville

Lightfoot Construction Russellville, Al area.

Call Rodney256-275-8689 Español Disponibles We are now seeking Jobs! Http://Lightfoot.Construction

Wanted Junk Cars & Trucks call 205-275-4213

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All New Happy Jack Kennel Dip II: kills fleas, ticks, & MANGE mites without steroids. Do NOT use on cats!!!

Thompson Way Farm & Garden 851-4200 www.happyjackinc.com PAYING TOP DOLLAR I Buy Junk Vehicles & Catalytic Converters Call Greg at 256-394-6340 Hartselle Villas 907 Lane Road ~ Hartselle, AL 35640 NOW LEASING 1 & 2 BR Apartments (256)773-5298 TDD/TTY 800-548-2546 JACKSON TOWNHOUSES 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath All appliances included, Convenient Location. Jackson Ave North.

256-332-2960 CNA’s and CARE Givers 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

We Buy ATVs Motorcycles & Utility Vehicles Motorsports Superstore 888-880-2277 Hamilton, AL Mattress Sets 100% New w/ Warranty. We Deliver!

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Call 205-893-7223 RUSSELL DEVILLA Accepting Applications Mon & Wed Only 9-3. 1BR-2 BR Apts. Rent based on Income. 256-332-7873 Smith Motors Two locations on Hwy 31, Decatur Lot #1 256-350-9938 Lot #2 256-350-9937 smithmotorsautosales.com WE WANT TO HIRE YOU TO RETIRE YOU! Work for a strong stable company. Southern Haulers LLC is 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 SURVEILLANCE CAMERA MONITORED 24 HOURS A DAY STORAGE BUILDINGS For Rent, All Sizes. Russellville, AL. We Accept Credit Cards. Call Jerry 256-332-9253 or 256-412-5392 Mon-Fri. 8am5pm, Sat. 8am-12pm 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 TED MILLS Heating & A/C Service & Change out $65 Fall Service Free Estimates 256-412-5408 Town Hill Mini Storage 160 Units Vacancies All Sizes 256-332-9928 GUN & KNIFE EXPO Events in Central and North Alabama.

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Ready to move in. Owner financing with approved credit. 3 bdrm., 2 bath. No renters. 1-205-289-8899 LandHomesExpress.com Become a Dental Asst. in ONLY 8 WEEKS! Please visit our website capstonedentalassisting. com or call (205) 561-8118 and get your career started!

Village Green Apartments 111 Village Green Circle, Red Bay 256-356-8761 Equal Housing Opportunity Handicap Accessible ELECTRICIANS needed, drug test req. Woody’s Electric Call 256-331-2775

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THE LAST WORD

“In this outward and physical ceremony, we attest once again to the inner and spiritual strength of our nation. As my high school teacher, Miss Julia Coleman, used to say: “We must adjust to changing times and still hold to unchanging principles.”

Jimmy Carter

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NEWBORN SWADDLE

Keeps baby perfectly swaddled and safe on its back.

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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