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From the Mayor’s Desk Got Real Questions? Get Real Answers! Call 663-9301 or Email: sonny@sonny-penhale.com Dear Residents, The Buck Creek Festival was another big success this year, even if Saturday night’s performance did get rained out.

Thanks to Cris Nelson and all the volunteers who worked so hard to put this weekend together and all who came out and supported it.

Helena Market Days are underway now, and if you have not yet attended one of these Saturday morning events, you owe it to yourself to drive over and experience it. My thanks to the volunteer work force who helps stage this family event and to all the guest chefs who volunteer their Saturday mornings to perform the cooking demonstrations.

As this goes to press, Party in the Park, our Independence Day celebration in Old Town Helena is set to take place on Saturday, June 30. Hopefully, this is out in time to get lots of folks to attend.

Kelly Nagy, Helena resident and member of the U.S Band, is working hard to make this year’s event a success along with Amanda Traywick, Joy Childers and many other dedicated volunteers. Thanks also to Papa Saia’s, the main sponsor for this year’s event. If you are not going to the beach or the lake for the weekend, be sure to come out and enjoy the festivities and the fireworks with us!

While we are talking about Independence Day, please take a moment to stop and thank any service men and women you may know or come in contact with.

Many of them are away from home serving in harm’s way as we celebrate our freedoms with good food and fun. As it states on our military list in this magazine of those from here who are serving: “We are the land of the free because of the brave.”

Work is going on all over town with regards to our schools. Additions are under construction at Helena Elementary and Helena Intermediate, and mountains are still being moved for our new Helena High School! My thanks to all of you as you show patience with all the construction work.

Thanks to all the volunteers who are gathering to paint the interior of Helena Elementary. They got the paint donated and a complete interior paint job will be performed to the school at no cost!

We had a lady in town make an apron and present it to City Council member Barbara Hyche recently proclaiming her as “The Flower Lady.” I appreciate Barbara’s dedication to not only serve our city’s needs as a member of the city council, but also to give back to the community be maintaining the hanging baskets and flower beds around Old Town and the municipal building, including the library.

She also just became the only council member seeking reelection to earn her advanced Certified Municipal Official designation. Congratulations to Barbara on her latest achievement and also for her new wardrobe accessory.

We are getting closer to starting work on the new Buck Creek Trails project, and I hope to have more to report to you on this in the next edition. When complete, this is going to be a feather in the cap of all those who call Helena home.

Besides serving up great food, Zaxby’s has long been a supporter of local school fund raisers and have gained a following among Helena residents for the many ways they prepare and serve their chicken.

I am happy to report to you that soon, you will no longer have to drive to Highway 31 to get your Zaxby’s fix. They have announced they are building in Helena as soon as is possible in the building on the corner of Hwys 91 , 17 and 52 near Publix that formerly was home to Shelby Cleaners.

Please keep two of our Shelby County Commissioners in your prayers. Helena native Joel Bearden was hospitalized after suffering a bad bicycle accident, and Dan Acker was hospitalized after suffering a stroke. My prayers go out to them both and to their families along with my best wishes for speedy recoveries.

Please keep Jamie Layton Cagle and her family in your prayers. You will remember Jamie is suffering from a rare

form of cancer and was featured on the cover and inside our holiday edition.

Please keep her husband, Brandon, and their two daughters, Erin and Emily, in your thoughts and prayers, too, as they do their best to make Jamie as comfortable as possible.

Thanks to all the members of the Helena Business Association, the event sponsors and all who attend the Sundown Cinemas each Friday evening in the Old Town Amphitheater. This is free, family entertainment and has become a tradition for many local families, especially those with young children. It is self-supporting in part because of the concessions they sell. Please come out on Friday evenings and enjoy a sandwich, drinks and a snack

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Finally, please do your best to shop in Helena whenever possible. You will not believe how much this helps us maintain your city services at a high level, and our local businesses really need your support!

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Construction projects are popping up all over town! Shown at the top is the new wing going on one end of the elementary school; in the middle picture, the intermediate school addition is shown; and right above this caption, the site for the coming Helena High School shows that mountains indeed can be moved. What a view it will have when complete. Helena is truly a “city on the move!”

As this goes to press, there are several local baseball and softball teams winning and spreading the name “Helena” all over the place! GO HELENA! We’d like to publish pictures of all of them. Please send in your pictures and info to: helenacitynews@aol.com.

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Two summer sessions of Kindermusik are underway—Sun & Sing and Creatures of the Ocean for 18 month – 3 years olds.

Prior to the beginning of fall classes, Erin will hold two Kindermusik demo classes where parents can bring their children to try out the activities and learn more about what Kindermusik offers. The first class will be held Wednesday, July 18 at 5:30 p.m. The second will be Saturday, August 4 at 10 a.m.

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“Throughout the 15-week semester, private lesson pupils participate in various contests where they earn points that accumulate toward earning a prize. Whoever earns the most points by the end of the year gets a trophy,” Erin said. “By recital time, all the children are very excited about preparing for their performance. Obviously, we want everyone to practice as much as possible so they can progress and we have a practice contest, too, in which the winner gets a trophy.”

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“I found I loved teaching and that it is so rewarding to see children in the Kindermusik program grow and develop week by week. “ Kindermusik, which came on the scene about 30 years ago, promotes cognitive development in young children ages newborn to 7-years-old, while also developing a lifelong love of music and learning.

Kindermusik is a music and movement developmental class—it is fun, but every activity is geared towards developing the brain, motor skills, developing balance, developing speech and for ages 3 and up, getting children school-ready. The youngest child in Erin’s program is now 10 months old and began at the age of four months.

Erin is the music director at her church, Prince of Peace, where she has sung for eight years and now leads the praise band. They perform a wide assortment of contemporary Christian music each week. Erin also sings for weddings. Contemporary Christian is Erin’s favorite musical genre and what she listens to around her house.

“That is type of music I believe I was meant to sing; it serves a purpose for me.”

Last fall students chose songs from the ‘80s—pop, rock or musical theater—and dressed up in 1980s attire for their first Theme Night Recital. This was a great success, enjoyed by all, and Erin is hoping to do another theme recital at the end of fall semester.

Students who are more advanced and have developed better practice skills will be chosen to perform in the recital. Old Towne Music offers training in voice, guitar, drums, piano and violin. Erin also offers coaching lessons to prepare for auditions and for those performing in pageants.

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Some of Grey’s former issues hen William and Kassandra Mayfield finally received a diagnosis and the with balance have long-awaited answer to why their son Grey, then age one, could not hear improved. At first, or verbalize, they learned he was born without a vestibulocochlear nerve for example, he was insecure walking (auditory vestibular nerve). on grass or uneven This nerve, the eighth of twelve cranial nerves, is responsible for transmitting surfaces, but since he sound and equilibrium (balance) information from the inner ear to the brain. has started attending “We were really in shock, because there was no history of hearing issues in the Alabama Institute either of our families. We tried hearing aids and we researched cochlear implants, for the Deaf and but we learned neither of these is effective when someone is missing that eighth Blind (AIDB) satellite cranial nerve.” school in Tuscaloosa, While William and Kassandra were grasping for a solution, they read online he has become more about another child with the same diagnosis. Their audiologist at Children’s socialized and has Hospital was able to connect them to Vonetta and Johnnie Flowers, formerly of learned some sign Helena, who also have a son born without a vestibulocochlear nerve and who language, as have his received surgical correction around age five. parents.

The Flowerses shared their experience, which was a true blessing for the “God gives parents Mayfields, and connected them to their doctor who worked to be sure Grey L-R: standing, Kayla Horton these children qualified for the procedure. holding daughter Katie, William, Kaila, and seated, An Auditory Brainstem Implant (ABI) is not covered by insurance or available because they have a special purpose. And Kassandra with Grey to anyone under the age of 18 in the United States. The $90,000 procedure is we believe he gives Mayfield. available for younger children in Europe, and the Mayfields plan to take their them to those who son to the University of Verona in Italy when the necessary funds are raised. have the ability to “Through prayer and reaching out to churches, groups, organizations and get the message out people in our community, we are raising funds so that Grey will have the and to also bring the opportunity to hear and someday speak.” community together,” William said.

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n 1985, Russell Yawn began working at the Shelby County Sherriff’s office, first on patrol, where he was also System Administrator for their newly acquired file servers. In 1990, Yawn transferred to the Drug Unit. He was promoted to Sgt. in 1991 and then moved to Criminal Investigations.

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By way of explanation, Yawn spoke of a case in Marshall County where a In 2002 Yawn began work at the Office of Prosecution Services in home was burned down and the victim burned to death in his chair.

Montgomery as Chief Investigator working with District Attorneys statewide on A cell phone, melted and damaged, was found a few feet away from the body. cases involving electronic crime or high-impact digital multi-media. Yawn provided When they removed the victim’s body, which had been stabbed and set on fire animation for crime scenes and kept up with all the evidence in each case digitally. with gasoline, they also realized he still had his cell phone on his body, so that the “The best example of this would be when the three police officers were killed other phone likely belonged to the murderer. in Ensley and we were called in to assist. The attorneys were able to focus just on By extracting the SIM card data and tracing the ‘home’ number in reverse the trial for the defendants while we coordinated all the evidence,” he said. search, the murderer was identified and sent to prison for life.

Retiring from the state in June 2011, Yawn is now Deputy Director for NIJ “People need to be cognizant of the digital fingerprint they are making. Each Electronic Crime Technology Center of Excellence. Though he has an official cell tower you pass clocks your presence. Your bank, your gas station, every use office in New Jersey, Yawn works remotely from his home office. of your credit card imprints your presence there. Your phone stores your digital With a mission to support state and local law enforcement nationally, Yawn trail.” said, “We go in and ask these officers ‘what is it you are seeing, what are you In California, he said, there is an outbreak of skimmers (camera and magnetic dealing with, what do you need help with in terms of digital devices?’” data capture) being put on ATMs or gas station pumps to illegally obtain your Local law enforcement then submits a grant application for the needed equipment. personal credit information.

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Local Band Vertigo Making a Name for Themselves Vertigo is a four man rock band comprised of Whit Millsap (guitar/lead vocals), Reid Aldridge (lead guitar), Michael Adams (drums) and Tyler Millsap (bass). All the band members are from Helena and are Pelham High School grads.

Brothers Whit and Tyler started playing guitar and bass in 2007. Playing guitar became an obsession for both of them. Three years later, Whit met up with a former teammate of his from the Pelham baseball team, Reid Aldridge.

They spent many hours perfecting their sound, with Tyler playing along with them. This past January, Reid met up with his old classmate, Michael Adams, and they decided to give it a try as a complete band, and the result was the band known today as “Vertigo.”

They play mostly ‘90s and early 2000 rock with a few timeless songs that have been revived in their own “Vertigo style.” Their set list includes songs by artists like Pearl Jam, Stone Temple Pilots, Three Doors Down, The Black Crows, Silverchair, Seven Mary Three, Seether, Fuel, and Matchbox 20. They have played at The High Note in Birmingham, Tyler Navarres and most recently at Shelby’s in Pelham, and they have a show scheduled for July 13 at Redline Bar and Grill in Hoover. They are planning to book as many shows as possible around the metro area to get their name out.

You can check out some of their videos on YouTube. Their version of a ZZ Top can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUilrBvoDQY. If you’re a fan of rock, make plans to see and support our local guys when you get a chance.

2012 Election Calendar

City of Helena Municipal Election July 17

August 17 August 23 August 28 October 4 October 9

Last day to qualify to run for municipal office. Forms must be filed by 5 p.m. with Helena municipal clerk Deadline for registering to vote in the August municipal election Last day for voter to apply for regular absentee ballot Municipal Election Day (the fourth Tuesday in August) Last day for voter to apply for regular absentee ballot Run-Off Election Day (if needed)

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Slim Down Challengers complete first phase of their transformations

Snap Fitness took over the Helena portion of the Slim Down Challenge this year, and of seven who started the program, four finished and made great strides towards changing their lives for the better. Congratulations to all who attempted the challenge, and a big “at-a-boy” and “at-a-girl” to the ones who finished! In the words of Billy Crystal’s Saturday Night Live character, “You look mahvelous!”

Here are the results for the finishers attending the final weigh-in: CONTESTANT POUNDS LOST % BODY WEIGHT LOST INCHES LOST Brian Hayes 41.81 lbs 14.2% 24” 1st Place - Brian won a Gatlinburg trip 4 days/3 nights ($600 value) and 3 months Snap membership free Terri McIntosh 31 lbs 12.7% 28” 2nd Place - Terri won an easyFIT™ daily personal fitness monitor that syncs with your Snap Fitness health and wellness website and 2 months Snap membership free Gayla Peoples 25.4 lbs 12.4% lost 17 1/2” 3rd Place - Gayla won a $35 gift card, MP3 player and 1 month Snap membership free Sharon Edmondson 10.2 lbs 5% 11 1/2” Sharon won a backpack and a $5 gift card Chuck Oehrlein 10.2 lbs 3.7% 3” (4” muscle gain) Chuck won a towel and a $5 gift card All of our contestants are winners! They have learned new habits in regards to eating healthier and working out in order to lose bad weight and maintain this loss. They also attained numerous health benefits (lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, etc.) and a sense of well-being that is priceless. Congratulations to all!

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Snap Two-Month Weight Loss Challenge a hit!

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And I want to thank my husband of 29 years, Bill, my biggest supporter, and all my The Winners Circle church friends, as Running alongside the recent Slim Down well. I want to say, Challenge, Sam Stuart at Snap Fitness has also, that everyone is announced the winners of Snap’s national March/ welcome at Gospel April $10,000 Weight Loss Challenge. “In the 2012 Light Baptist Church.”

Challenge, roughly 20,000 members from 827 Karen says she kept 1st and 2nd Place: L-R: participating Snap clubs from across the country lost in mind Hebrews Karen Rowland and a grand total of 57,395 pounds,” said Sam. 10:35, that says, Christian Prados The top ten corporate winners won $250 to ”Do not lose your $2000, and local winners also won prizes. confidence which has a great reward, for you have need for First place winner at the Helena location was endurance.”

Karen Rowland, who lost 21.6% of her total body weight, putting her in 27th place nationally.

Second place went to Christian Prados, who lost 8.83% of her body weight and found that Karen has been coming to Snap Fitness since the challenge gave her the incentive she needed November 2010, but it took Sam’s encouragement to up her routine. for her to commit to the two-month challenge, according to Karen. “I love coming here; I rarely “After our baby, Karinne, was born, I miss a day,” she said. “But, until now, I hadn’t continued to eat as if I were still pregnant and combined cutting back on my food intake with my gained unwanted weight. I couldn’t walk up the exercise program. That did the trick!” Karen, who stairs without becoming winded, but now I can. My does 1000 crunches most workout days says, “I stamina on the treadmill has more than doubled.”

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Christina uses a phone app to track her results. Snap Fitness offers an easyFIT monitor, and manager Sam Stuart says there is an online application on Snap’s website called “Wellness Program.”

Third and fourth place winners were Helena Park and Rec Director Brian Hayes, who lost 7.57% and Debra Gorby, who lost 6.21% during the two month national contest.

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Ashley Shirah moved to Helena at the age of eight. She played softball at Penhale Park and attended Helena Elementary (which went through the fifth grade at the time), Riverchase Middle and graduated with honors from Pelham High School in 2000.

Ashley went on to attend the University of Alabama where she earned a BS in Biology in 2004. She was accepted into the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in 2005 and graduated from there in 2009.

During that time, she was commissioned into the United States Air Force as a 2nd Lieutenant on a Health Professions scholarship. During medical school, Ashley spent time doing medical mission work in Peru and Africa.

Upon completion of medical school, Ashley was promoted to Captain, and has spent the last three years in Memphis, Tennessee, doing her pediatric residency at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital.

She is set to complete her residency on June 30, and will leave for her first Air Force duty station in Aviano, Italy, two weeks later. Ashley will serve as Medical Director of the Education, Development

and Intervention Services Clinic which cares for approximately 80 children with special needs.

Ashley is proud to be serving her country but will miss her friends and family back home in Helena. Proud parents are Cindy and Steve Martin of Helena and Hank and Anna Kay Shirah of Pensacola, Florida.

Congratulations, Captain Ashley Shirah, MD, on your outstanding accomplishments—everybody in your hometown is very proud of you!

HMS’s Spencer Hollon Gets Low Score in Tourney Spencer Hollon shot a 39 on 9 holes at Timberline golf course to be the low scorer at the Southern Conference Tournament held in April. The HMS golf team finished third behind John Carroll and Chelsea. Great job guys!

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Carl Suggs

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(205) 426-1911 Carl Suggs Barber & Style Shop moves just over the hill on Hwy 52W (from Bessemer to Helena)

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arl Suggs completely renovated the Pink & Blue Daycare building, located at 500 Highway 52W in Helena, to house his state-of-the-art barber and style shop as well. It now looks like a little strip center.

Carl says he is happy to be in Helena now after his move from just over the hill on Morgan Rd. in Bessemer.

Carl has 47 years of experience in the business, starting out at the old Brown’s Barber Shop in West End before opening his own barber shop in Midfield, where he operated for over 20 years before moving to the Morgan Road location. With his latest move to Helena (many of his current customers also call Helena home), Carl brings six licensed, professional stylists and barbers.

Carl Suggs Barber and Style Shop is

known for their friendly, light-hearted atmosphere where clients can relax and enjoy a nostalgic experience, getting a great haircut while feeling the pull to join in the conversation. (Think a modern version of Floyd’s Barbershop on the Andy Griffith Show.) The new shop offers seven barber chairs, two 42-inch TVs, an activity room for kids, an array of magazines and of course, the main attraction, the nice folks providing all the latest hair cuts.

Carl operates an incredibly versatile and skilled barber and style shop, specializing in all types of haircuts for men, women and children. Women can receive a shampoo, cut and style, and include layering if they desire. First time haircuts for children are of special significance, and the cutting crew at

Suggs will ease you through those sentimental first snips. They strive to make this milestone a happy, exciting moment for you and your child and present parents with a “First Haircut Certificate” when the deed is done. For teens, they offer the latest trendy styles and cuts, and the staff is trained to correct those do-it-yourself haircut mistakes we all (or our children) have made.

Men can get a regular cut or something more specific such as a fade or flat top. Beard and mustache trims are free with a haircut. For those wanting to remove their facial hair, Carl Suggs Barber and Style Shop provides old-fashioned straight razor shaves with hot towel services just like the old days.

The shop serves walk-ins only (no appointments available or needed), and it

is open Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. The shop’s parking is convenient and handicap accessible. For those home bound due to illness, Carl offers in-home visits.

We are delighted that Carl Suggs made the decision to bring his business and love of community to our city.

The next time you’re having a “bad hair day,” or simply looking a “little shaggy” and need a cut or style, stop by Carl Suggs Barber and Style Shop, and be sure to tell Carl and his staff they come highly-recommended by the folks at Helena City News. With friendly service and satisfied customers as their top priorities, look for Carl Suggs Barber and Style Shop to quickly become a local favorite!

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Jane B. Holmes Public Library Pizza Hut® Fundraiser Night Help Raise Funds for the Jane B. Holmes Public Library

by Participating in our upcoming Pizza Hut® Fundraiser Night!

When: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Where: Helena Pizza Hut Time: 5pm to 9pm Phone: 978-8000 Please order from the Helena Pizza Hut on the date and time shown above and our organization will receive a percentage of the sales generated! Don’t forget to detach the fundraiser ticket and bring it with you to Pizza Hut, or present it to the delivery driver.

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HIS young reader tops for the last two years Thomas Adair has been the top AR reader at Helena Intermediate School for the past two years. Thomas agrees that when you read a book, you can travel almost anywhere you would like to go. And in these days of tight budgets and short vacations, that is something we could all bear remembering! Congratulations to Thomas, and keep up the good work!

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Jane B. Holmes Public Library News and Notes From the Desk of Library Director Daniel Dearing

Hello from the Jane B. Holmes Public Library. Our summer reading program is in full swing! There is still time (but not much!) to sign up. We have some great prizes and programs. Read enough books and keep up with your receipts, and you will qualify for our drawing. It includes chances to win some really neat items, like a Nintendo WII and an I-Pod Nano!

Sign up began on June 6, and Melinda Mills got us off to a great start with an awesome musical experience on June 13. She is a library favorite, and we always appreciate her coming to visit.

In addition to all of these great programs, the library also has Storytime twice a week. On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. Mrs Jennie provides a Fun Time.

Beat the Heat! The library is a great place to check out books, magazines, or find a movie to watch on those HOT afternoons.

Check out the calendar (on our website) www.cityofhelena.org (click on library) for information on upcoming programs. The website also has some other great information, such as the books, movies, and music that are new to our collection.

Speaking of new books and movies: The library has them!

NEW ITEMS - Books: Touching the Sky by Tracie Peterson, Spring Fever by Mary Kay Andrews, Mortal by Ted Dekker, Little Night by Luanne Rice, XO

by Jeffrey Deaver, Let love find you by Johanna Lindsey, and Wicked Business by Janet Evanovich. DVDs: Act of Valor, John Carter, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, Safe House, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows, and Good Deeds.

Be sure to look for some fun events coming up. Especially on Wednesday, July 18, 2012. The library will have a great fundraiser!

Order a pizza from the Helena Pizza Hut on this night, show the restaurant or delivery driver your flyer, and a portion of the sale goes to a very important organization…The Jane B. Holmes Public Library! For additional details, please call or stop by the library soon.

Remember to bring your library card, and keep reading all summer long!

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XYZ (eXtra Years of Zest) Club weekly activities held at the Helena Senior Citizens Center Located at 222 Tucker Road, behind city hall and next to the library Monday 10:00 am Chair Aerobics: Fun & gentle workout Tuesday 11:00 am-3:00 pm Cards & Games: Bring a sack lunch & join the fun Thursday 10:00 am Chair Aerobics Fun and gentle workout Friday 5:00 pm Social Time: Come see what fun is in store For more information, contact Liz Morris at 664-1946.

Steve Hartman-Asst Coach, Greg Dreveny-Asst Coach, Alex Stevens, Spenser Lesueur, Tate Czeschin, Luke Baylis, Tanner Dowd, Chase Lesueur, Brock Baker, Robb PittmanCoach, Dylan Dreveny, Robert Plummer, Bryson Hartman, Gabe Czeschin, Quinn Pichel and Seth Baylis. Not pictured: Meyer Wolnek and Reed Pittman. Alex Stevens, Spenser Lesueur, Chase Lesueur and Brock Baker are Helena residents.

The Pelham Youth Hockey League Peewee/Bantam Flames won the championship game with a final score of 4-2 after three overtimes and a shoot out in April. Congratulations Flames!

Quote Unquote “There is a fountain of youth; it is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.”

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Yard Spotlight 2750 Piedmont Drive

At the peak hydrangea bloom time, take a journey through this luscious back yard like no other. When Gene and Cindi Jones acquired their home in Silver Lakes, it seemed as if destiny had brought them back to their Birmingham area roots.

“We think Helena is the sweetest little place. We go to Helena Market Day each week during the summer and our grandson loves to go down to Buck Creek.”

Their home, (on the market, by the way) was ideal, but the surrounding sloping yard of bedrock, clay and construction backfill was less so.

Their formula is simple—Cindi designs and directs and Gene mans the shovel. He placed the many rocks used for bed borders and the pond and waterfall.

Twenty different kinds of iris—some descendants of her grandmother’s irises that have moved from house to house with them—intermingle with many varieties of daylilies and hydrangeas which are Cindi’s favorites.

Veronica, with its spikey purple bloom, gets Cindi’s approval as “a great plant— well-behaved in crowded beds that blooms early and continually.”

“We have twelve varieties of hydrangeas purchased at the Aldridge Garden sale.

There are some 20 oak leaf, also lace caps and Pinky Winky, Little Lamb, Painted Lady, Annabelle and a Nikko Blue.

“I have lost count of how many different daylilies we have,” Cindi says, “But my favorite is called Robed in Splendor, a pink bloom with ruffled gold edges and a yellow throat.

Loving the outdoors, they have a sunroom off the top floor where they

are visited by a post-Labor Day mass of migrating hummingbirds and a lower back deck, made private by mass plantings and the craggy branches of a Shoal Creek Vitex tree. In this seating area, one toad lives in their watering can and other tree frogs and toads serenade

to tenor notes, provide tones from Music of the Spheres, adding to the happy ambiance.

Two evergreen wisteria vines thrive as climbing end accents on the lower porch. Pots of mixed annuals surround the seating area holding purple fan flower, alyssum, impatiens, and purple shamrock intermingled with potted hydrangeas.

Gene built the fish pond and adjacent waterfall feature where Texas Star waterlilies are just beginning to bloom nearby Siberian iris and papyrus.

The Joneses enjoy cooking and entertaining and both sing in the choir at the Church at Brookhills. They will be potential mates nearby. hosting a family reunion at their home this August by which time the Natchez “We don’t fish or golf; this is where white crape myrtles with their heavenly we spend our time.” scent will be blooming.

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The mayor’s determination and leadership were instrumental in purchasing land for the new Helena High School and athletic complex. These facilities will serve Helena’s children for years to come! I am particularly grateful to work in a community where the city’s chief leader is an honorable man who makes decisions based on what he believes is best and right for the community. We need more leaders like Mayor Penhale. I look forward to many more years of working together with him.”

Mary Cooper, Principal, Helena Elementary School “…I honestly don’t think that Helena Middle School would be here had it not been for the vision and work of Mayor Penhale. Anytime that we have called on the Mayor for help or assistance, he has been there to lend his support. I look forward to continuing to build the relationship with him as we move forward.”

Scott Knight, Principal, Helena Middle School “…Mayor Penhale has been a supporter of HIS through the years. He worked tirelessly to see that a new intermediate school was built here in 2001. Since then, he has worked in partnership with us to do good things for our kids. …Mayor Penhale, thank you for your support of HIS.”

Dr. Wayne Williams, Principal, Helena Middle School “I have known Mayor Penhale for many, many years. He is honest and reliable and has always had the best interest of the City of Helena foremost in his mind and heart. I wholeheartedly endorse him and his candidacy to continue as the best Mayor Helena has ever had.”

Robby Owens, Shelby County District Attorney “My wife and I have been living in Helena 15 years, and have seen a lot of growth. We have two boys who have attended HES, HIS, and now HMS. …I cannot thank Mayor Penhale enough for all he’s done. He has made the City of Helena what it is today—a growing city with a small town feel!”

Barry Ellis, President, Helena Kiwanis “My family is proud to live in a city run by a mayor with a big heart who runs the city with a sense of integrity. It is good to know we have a mayor that loves kids and supports our Youth League. …We are very comforted by the fact that the mayor is so dedicated to family and community.”

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The

Future is in Good Hands

With Pelham High School ’ s Helena Graduates of 2012

Each year, Senior Counselor Amanda Waldrup (moving on herself this July after serving Pelham High students the past 12 years), selects six students that represent the graduating class well. The students each share their favorite memories from PHS and fill us in on their future plans. The day has finally arrived, and each and every graduate should be commended for this major milestone in their lives—earning their high school diploma. Now with so many options and opportunities from which to choose, our wishes for all of them is a future filled with happiness, good health and much success! Our (graduation) caps are off to you—PHS Class of 2012!

Stetson Dubberly (son of Traci and Mike Dubberly): Stetson’s favorite memories of PHS were winning the pep rally as sophomores, beating the Seniors in powerpuff on a goal line stand, and being a letterman.

Favorite PHS teacher was “Mrs. Burnett because she really takes joy in her job and has always been helpful to me, especially through her teaching,” he said. “The greatest influence in my life has been my parents and youth pastors. They have helped shape who I am and my beliefs. I would be the same person today without them,” Stetson states. His future plans are to attend the University of Alabama to earn a business-related degree, most likely Management Information Systems. He says, “Roll Tide!”

Twenty years from now, he will “hopefully be somewhere settled down and successful,” Stetson says, “but who knows what my future will bring.”

Laci Genry (daughter of Tami and Tim Genry): “My favorite PHS memory was my senior homecoming week.” Laci says. “I loved all the dress-up days, powderpuff games, and watching my last PHS homecoming game.” She said Coach Schrupp was her favorite teacher “because he challenged me not only in the classroom, but also helped prepare me for college.”

Laci said, “My parents and three brothers have been the greatest influence on my life because they have always encouraged me to do my best not only as a student, but also as a Christian.” This fall Laci will be attending Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. She has not decided on a major yet, but will probably major in Public Relations or Global Economic Development. Fast forward to 2032 where does she see herself, “I hope to be married and have a family. I would like to be working for a non-profit organization where I can help people in need,” Laci said.

Bailey Ray (daughter of Jeff Ray): Bailey said her favorite memory of PHS was “marching at half-time with the Tower of Power Marching Band and being on the PHS colorguard.” Her favorite PHS teacher was “Mrs. Jackson because she was always helping me in hard times and being a patient, understanding teacher.” Bailey said the person who has had the greatest influence in her life has been her “Dad because he has always been my mentor and my best friend.” She plans to attend Auburn University this fall and major in Secondary Education Language Arts. So where does Bailey see herself 20 years from now, “Teaching high school literature and living happily with my family,” she says.

Will Sparkman (son of Mary Beth and Lane Bell): He talks about his favorite memories of PHS, “Since I come from a family of runners, cross-country was a good fit for me,” Will says. “I made some of my best friends during the four years marching in the band, and playing at the football games was always great.” He said his favorite PHS teacher was “Mr. Jackson because he really helped me realize how much I enjoy physics and math in general. The moonbuggy team he sponsors only furthered my interest in engineering.” The person who has had the great influence in his life has been his “current youth minister, John David Crowe, because he has shown me how true men of God should be,” Will continues. “He sets an amazing example of how we should follow Christ, and for that I am incredibly grateful.” This fall, Will be attending the Honors College at the University of Alabama where he plans to march with the Million Dollar Band and major in Mechanical Engineering. Twenty years from now, Will says, “My dream is to work for GE in the design and testing labs. Seeing just how man y things they’re involved in really got me interested in being a part of that one day.”

Darian Johnson (son of Cathy Johnson and Donnie Arnold): “My favorite memories at PHS are beating Vestavia my senior year in football and getting closer to all my friends throughout the school year,” Darian said.

Mrs. Creel was his favorite PHS teacher, “Because she taught my favorite subject, math, and she was just an amazing teacher.” Darian declared, “The person who has been the greatest influence in my life would have to be my mother. My mom has been at every sporting event I’ve had since I can remember, and she’s my biggest fan. I love my mother because of everything she has taught me in life. Cathy Johnson is not only my mother--she’s also my best friend,” he concluded. Darian plans to attend Tuskegee University and major in Civil Engineering. He said he hopes to leave the university with a bachelor’s degree and a job. “In 20 years, I see myself spending a lot of time with my family, acknowledging my mother and everything she has done for me, and being a highly respected civil engineer,” Darian concluded.

Gracie Giang (daughter of Hai and Binh Giang): Gracie’s favorite memory at PHS was “helping the Theatre Department and Mrs. Stephenson with productions.” Her favorite PHS teacher was “Mrs. Kim Hinds because she opened my eyes to an artistic world and enhanced my interest in photography.” Her parents are her greatest influence. “They each have given me a wealth of knowledge that has turned me into who I am today,” Gracie said. Her future plans are to attend UAB and pursue a degree in medicine. Fast forward to 2032, Gracie says, “I hope to be married with a family and having a successful pharmaceutical career.”

Sounds like another great bunch of graduates about to take on the world. Good luck to all the Class of 2012!

ABOUT BARBARA Barbara has lived in Helena since 1999 and is an active member of the community. Barbara served as President and Vice-President of the Laurel Woods Home Owners Association. She currently serves on the Helena Library Board, Beautification Board and was recently elected to serve her 4th term on the Alabama League of Municipalities Executive Committee.

In 2008, Barbara completed the Alabama League of Municipalities’ (ALM) Certified Municipal Official (CMO) Program and obtained her Certified Alabama Planning and Zoning Official designation. After attending several ALM seminars and numerous hours of additional training, Barbara recently earned the Advanced CMO designation—making her the most qualified, and only, Helena City Council member seeking re-election to achieve this status.

“I have been asked numerous times how the City Council works together with our residents to improve our community.

Contrary to popular belief, City Council members can not individually change policy. All members work together as one voting body.” Barbara

ACHIEVEMENTS

• After years of hard work, the dream of the city having its own Helena High School is coming to fruition with construction to be completed before classes start in 2014.

• Barbara worked tirelessly to start Helena Market Days, an event designed to bring our community together on summer weekends giving residents easier access to wholesome and nutritious Alabama-grown food for their families.

• You may have seen Barbara out putting up the hanging baskets and planting flower beds to beautify the Old Town business district and Municipal complex including the library.

• Helped the City partner with private developers to complete the much needed Hillsboro Parkway, giving easy access to both our middle school and our coming high school.

• Worked with the City to complete one of the best athletic facilities and community centers in the area especially for a town our size.

FOR THE NEXT FOUR YEARS:

Besides continuing to work on the above, if elected, I intend to: • Encourage responsible commercial development • Listen to your input and support your involvement in Helena’s growth • Work to see that city services keep pace with city growth “It is both an honor and a privilege to serve on the Helena City Council. As you know, Helena is distinctive in Shelby County for its great quality of life and small town feel. Preserving that distinctive charm has always been a priority for me, and with another term, I will continue to build a better Helena while staying true to our small town values.

WE ARE NOT DONE YET! With your support, I will do everything in my power to keep our city moving forward for four more years. With your vote, we can make this happen together.”

Barbara Paid for by the Committee to Elect Barbara Hyche, 139 Roy Court, Helena, AL 35080 Email: hychebarbaraf@yahoo.com

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PHS Volleyball Star Porsha Tolbert of Helena Signs with Faulkner Eagles

Pelham High School senior Porsha Tolbert signed a letter of intent May 15 with Faulkner University-Mobile to play volleyball as Faulkner Coach Richey Dulaney looked on.

Surrounded by her family, friends and teammates (current and past), Porsha delivered an eloquent speech.

She thanked God first and foremost for giving her the ability to compete; her mom, Erica, for her love and support— taking her to games and cheering her on; and her dad, Randall, for his calls complimenting her play after games.

Younger brother Dionté looked on.

The Helena resident said her game and attitude improved due to her coaches, beginning as early as the youth league, through her high school years.

Porsha said she had great mentors: former Lady Panthers Chandesha Billings, Whitney Billings and Jasmine Clark (all of whom received volleyball scholarships, respectively: Fort Valley

State University, the University of Kentucky, and Carson-Newman College).

Porsha admitted that in the beginning, she had a bad attitude with a mouth to go with it, but was thankful that the sport helped her grow as a player which in turn had a positive effect on her entire life. There were several coaches that helped her during her volleyball career: Coach Jamie and Shawn helped her attack and jumping game. As an outspoken player on the court, Coach Tien Lee taught her to zip it. As a Lady Panther, Porsha said she appreciated Coaches Kara Ellis, Haven O’ Quinn and Kim Kiel during her years at PHS. By signing Porsha, the Eagles are getting an outstanding outside hitter who posted these great stats her senior year: 384 attacks/kills, 40 serving aces, 50

total blocks, 523 digs, 1 assist and 2.5 kills per game.

She stressed again her thanks to all her coaches for helping her to become a better player and person.

of the dances at PHS. Seems this young lady is skilled in areas off the court as well. Could a turn on Dancing with the In closing, Porsha said she would not Stars be in her future? Stay tuned. have been a success on the court without the help of her teammates. RemiCongratulations Porsha, and GO niscing about her high school days, she EAGLES! Best of luck to you in all your said she will always have fond memories future endeavors!

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Please pray for our Active Duty Military Personnel­…

We’re the Home of the Free Because of the Brave!

SGT Jon M. Aaron

4/14 K CO (DET B), UNIT 43671, FPO AP 96426-3671; Al Anbar, Iraq; Son of Karen Dickinson

PFC Jonathan R. Barnett

US Army; Calvary Scout-3rd Brigade-1st Armor Div.; Fort Riley, KN; Son of Susan Barnett

PFC Matt Barnett

US Army; Delta Co.-232nd Medical Battalion; Fort Sam Houston, TX; Son of Susan Barnett

SGT Steven M Bennett

US Army; Paratrooper/Rigger; Fort Benning, GA; Son of Clara & Ken Lorino

LT James Brooks Dickey

Petty Officer 1st Class Termaine J. Pruitt

1999 Stephanie Ct, Auburn, AL 36830; Son of Charlie & Janie Brooks and Janet & Dennis Dickey

US Navy; Guam; Husband of Loretta, father of Termaine Jr, Trevorn, Chelicia & Tristin, son of Janice & Austin Pruitt

AEAN Benjamin Lee Doaks

US Navy; NAS Jacksonville, FL; Son of Joe & Tammy Williams, grandson of Rev. Clifton & Mattie Taylor

SPC Dwight A Rosse Jr.

US Army; 1-32 Cav 1st Bct, Fort Campbell, Ky; Son of Dwight & Michelle Rosse, brother of Britney & Carlton

SSG Jay Gortney

SPC Adam T. Saulters

Alabama Army National Guard 20th Special Forces, Iraq; Husband of April

US Army; 82nd Airborne Division, Iraq; Son of Patty Saulters, brother of Casee Saulters

SPC Michael Hubbard

SPC Patrick D. Sharp

US Army; Camp Liberty, Iraq; Grandson of Ruth Meadows, husband of Kimberly, brother of Bonnie Hubbard

US Army, 82nd Airborne; Al Asad, Iraq; Son of Shawn Sharp

US Army;, 82nd Airborne, 1-504 PIR; Baghdad, Iraq; Cousin of Paul Zimmerman

US Navy; Japan; Son of Stanley & Sue Kang, sister Sunny Kang

SRA Mitch Braswell

US Army; Fort Rucker, Ala.; Son of Tom Lefebvre

US Army (3rd Inf. Div., 1-30 Inf.); Ft. Stewart, GA; Father of Jesi Mason Squires, son of Bruce & Tammy, brother of Aubrey & Austin

PVT Vincent Brown

US Army ; Ft Stewart , Ga, Son of Beth Eades. husband of Caitylyn McClesky-Lenoir

SFC Eric Bond

USAF; 16th EMS, 16th Special Op. Wing; Afghanistan; Son of Mike & Judi Braswell USMC; Stationed in Chesapeake, VA; Son of Leonetta Prevo

Lt. Commander David Kang CW3 Corey Lefebvre

Cpl Rodney Stephens

PVT 1st Class Jacob S. Lenoir

Army National Guard; 152nd Military Police Task Force 382nd, Iraq; Father of Andrea & AnnaBelle

Petty Officer 3rd Class Erik B. McKenzie

SGT Paul Bushnell

US Navy; USS Curtis Wilber, Yokosuka, Japan; Son of Bond & Lisa McKenzie, Brooke’s brother, Megan’s husband

SGT Dallas C Caviness

USAF, Air Force Special Operations Command; Son of Kathy Meins Martin

USMC; Expeditionary Unit deployed from 29 Palms, CA; Son of Bill & Julie English, Sarah’s husband US Army; 172 Infantry Brigade; Germany; Husband of Rebecca, Father of Norah, Son of Rhonda & brother of Devin

2nd Lt. William B. Cofer

US Army ; Fort Benning, GA; Son of Dorothy & Jim Cofer, brother of Deborah, boyfriend of Kristen Beam

LCPL Roberto M Conde

USMC; Expeditionary Unit deployed from Camp Lejeune, NC; Son of Robert & Aurette Conde

Petty Officer 1st Class Austin C. Daniel

2LT John M Traylor, Jr

US Air Force; 552nd TRS; Tinker AFB, OK; Son of Mark & Karole Traylor

PFC Zachary S Traylor

2nd Lt. Jacob Allen Meins

USMC; 3-23 Infantry; Baton Rouge, LA; Son of Mark & Karole Traylor

SGT John Christian Vansant

HM2 Daniel Mills

VMMT 204 Flightline, MCAS New River, NC; Son of Keith & Sherill Vansant

US Navy; Marine Corp Training & Advisory Group; Helena Fire Department Firefighter/Paramedic

MSG Jacqueline M. Moore

Major Maxwell B. Ward

Army Reserve; Afghanistan; Husband of Kathie, dad of Maggie, son of Bette Ward, brother of Michelle (Lin) Saville

US Army, 387th; Wichita, KS; Wife of Leroy E. Lucas, mother of Cameshia, Shaun, Chibukia & Chris

SSgt Christopher S Murphy

US Navy; Norfolk, VA; Son of Mike & Claudia Daniel, brother of Justin, Tatum & Autumn

USMC; MWHS 3, San Diego, CA; Son of Jack & Karen Murphy. husband of Alyssa

US Army; Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI; Son of Carol Darrenkamp, brother of Jon & Stephen

US Navy ROTC Unit-University of Pennsylvania; Daughter of Ted & the late Sara Oelschlager

2nd Lt Eric C Darrenkamp

SPC Ashley Bruce Squires

Adam Walton

US Navy; USS Nimitz; Son of Randy & Peggy Walton, brother of Annalee

LT Kimberly A. Oelschlager

FC3 William J. Welch

US Na1vy, USS Lake Erie, Pearl Harbor, HI; Husband of Devinne Brooks

E-mail Helena active duty military personnel’s name, address and where they’re stationed to helenacitynews@aol.com.

If your loved one has returned, please let us know so that we can keep our prayer list current. Thank you!

Troop 532 Scouts Complete leadership training Troop 532 congratulates Scouts Taylor Davidson (left) and Sammy Richardson (right), for graduating Boy Scouts of America’s National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) held at Camp Westmoreland in photo: brian davidson Florence, Alabama. Directed by Roxann Edsall, also of Troop/Crew 532, 49 youth leaders from across the Greater Alabama Council completed the training course.

NYLT is a seven-day, corporate level, outdoor leadership training course for senior youth leaders in both Boy Scouting and Venturing programs. The course is led by a volunteer staff of youth and adults experienced in training youth leaders.

Taylor and Sammy are currently Troop 532’s Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders, the second highest youth leadership position in a Boy Scout Troop.

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“I appreciate everyone’s support over the past 20 years. I ask for your vote on August 28 to keep Helena moving forward!”

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Churches

New Bethel A.M.E. Church Highway 261 • 201-5531 Pastor Rev. Wilma Merriweather Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

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CrossBridge Community Church Starkey Street (off Hwy 261) • 621-2695 Pastors Morrell Aldridge, Harris Cook & Bruce Squires crossbridgehelena.com Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church Helena 3616 Helena Road • 663-7879 Senior Pastor Dr. Mark DeVine, Pastor Greg Walker fbhelena.org Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Gospel Light Baptist Church 5781 Roy Drive • 685-0772 Pastor Steve Kilpatrick • glbcbham.com Sunday Bible Study 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Highway 261 • 663-5257 Pastor Rev. Edwin D. Dinkins • mpbchelena.com Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

New Elam Baptist Church Cunningham Drive Pastor Rev. Lester Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

KP’s Cuts&More

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KP’s Cuts&More Opens in Old Town

KP’s Cuts&More, a new barbershop, is now open in Old Town Helena in the former city hall building. Owned and operated by Kaunda “Wiz” Pickett, above, KP’s specializes in quality male haircuts for all ethnicities and hair types. Also hot shaves, razor lines, beard trimming and much more!

Wiz has already established a regular customer base since opening and attributes his success in large part to providing top-notch customer service in a wholesome, family atmosphere. Unlike many salons and hair emporiums, Wiz offers authentic, traditional, old-fashioned professional barbering, complete with engaging conversation. Wiz’s slogan is “If You Look Good, You Feel Good.”

The “&More” of the business’ name includes Wiz’s custom screen-printed T-shirts, and all of their work is guaranteed!

Walk-ins and appointments are available Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wiz is available on Mondays by appointment only. Stop in soon!

Riverside Baptist Church 1919 Highway 52 West • 426-1910 Pastor J.J. Stanbridge • e-mail: jj@rbchelena.org Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Bible Study 10:30 a.m.

Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church 6700 Highway 13 • 424-4539 Pastor Rev. Randy Keef Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

CHRISTIAN-DISCIPLES OF CHRIST Grace Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 869 Highway 52 • 426-1233 Pastor Tommy Morgan • gracechristianchurch.org Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ at Helena 2499 Highway 58 • 620-4575 Evangelists Curtis Flatt & Bryan Moody church-of-christ.org Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

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METHODIST

Helena United Methodist Church 2035 County Road 58 • 663-0111 Pastor Rev. Michael Edmondson • helenaumc.org Worship 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Modern Worship Sunday 7:19 p.m.

The Church at Cahaba Bend 3721 Highway 52 West • 621-8060 Pastor Rev. Lyle Holland • cahababend.org Sunday School 9:30 & 10:45 a.m.

Contemporary Worship 9:30 & 10:45 a.m.

NAZARENE

Trinity Church of the Nazarene Laurel Woods Dr. & Hwy 58 • 664-4659 Pastor Rev. David Shirer • nazarene.ch/trinity/ Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Celebration Church Meets at Helena Intermediate • 602-0805 Pastor David Bradford • hiscelebrationchurch.com Small Groups/Bible Study 9:15 a.m.

Contemporary Worship 10:30 a.m.

Cornerstone Church 2694 Highway 58 • 663-9332 Pastor Rev. Tim Trimble Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

New Vision Christian Church 2383 Highway 95 • 664-4333 Pastor Van C. Houser, Sr. • nvcc4god.org Sun. Corporate Prayer 9:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m.

SNS@HIS Meets at Helena Intermediate Teacher/Leader Dr. Wayne Williams Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m.

Voice of Faith International Ministries 1560 Cunningham Drive • 663-7396 Pastor Rev. Franklin L. Kirksey Sunday Worship 7:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

Thursday Bible Teaching 10:00 a.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Christ Community Church Meets at Helena Elementary • 621-6248 Pastor Phil Chambers • cccbham.org Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Helena Cumberland Presbyterian 3396 Helena Road • 663-2174 Pastor Rev. Tommy Johnson • helenacpchurch.com Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

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About Mark Mark and his family have called Helena home for over 25 years. Mark is married to Kathy Hall, and they have one son, Halen Hall, who is a proud product of Helena Schools. Halen will be a sophomore at the University of Alabama this fall where he is also a student manager for the Alabama Crimson Tide Football Team.

At age 47, Mark retired from public civil service to pursue career experiences in the private corporate sector giving him unique and invaluable training in both municipal management and private corporate management.

“I am committed to making our City the best it can be by providing honest, open and professional leadership.”

Please consider voting for Mark R. Hall, Mayor on August 28, 2012.

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Swimmer Leah Thorton competing at Miami University

actually a really small number when you compare it to all of the swimmers in the country,” she says.

She’s a Zoology major, and has She’ll soon have an opportunity hopes of graduate school. But for now, to qualify for the U.S. Olympic she’ll continue to chase a dream few Swim Team, but Helena native Leah have an opportunity to pursue.

Thornton’s mind can still drift off to “It’s something that only happens the simple pleasures of home. every four years,” she says. “So you’ll “One of my room mates is from Atlanta,” she says. “And we drive a half- only have a couple of chances in your career to try. Semifinals would just be hour to get Chick-Fil-A together.”

There aren’t many locations in the Miami, Ohio area, a place the John Carroll graduate now calls home as she competes for the Redhawks in Oxford.

Thornton says she now is only able to return home about four times a year as she attempts to live out a dream.

She’ll travel to Omaha as the calendar reaches July in an effort to represent our country in either the 100-meter backstroke or the 200-meter backstroke. The former takes just the top four — the latter, only the top two.

But she’s accustomed to very strong competition.

“The NCAA’s may be more selective than the Olympic trials,” she says. huge. Honestly, it’s as far as I can ever “They only take the top 32 in the see myself going.” country. And at those meets, you Thornton wants to pursue a graduate are competing against international competition, and those are swimmers degree in aquatic science. She hopes to stay around the sport she loves as an competing for their schools.” aquatic eco toxicologist.

Just 1200 swimmers are invited to Omaha to compete. This year, “A professor I liked was working that Thornton and five of her Miami lab, and I began working with him,” University teammates will make she says. I love it. I’d love to do research the trek. “It sounds like a lot, but it’s in aquatic toxicology.” Good luckLeah!

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“I am not a big fan of talking about their individual accomplishments (although they have some),” said Coach Sanders. Congratulations to the girls on an excellent season and good luck to our 8th graders as they play their way onto Coach Amy Sullivan’s Panther squad at Pelham High School next season.

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From Denmark to Helena, Alabama!

“My name is Katrine Ryttergaard and I am a World Heritage exchange student who has been living here in Helena since the beginning of the school year.

As school is coming to a close I am preparing to return to my native country of Denmark. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank my lovely host family, the Bowlings. You guys have changed my life for the better!

I would like to say thanks to Pelham High School, who offered me the wonderful opportunity to be a student. Being in school over here does not just make you learn the subjects, I have also learned how American society works and how people communicate with each other. And of course school has given me all my friends, who I love and will miss very much.

Being an exchange student is an honor. You get to represent your country, while you’re having the time of your life. The past year has gone by faster than any other, but I’ve experienced so much, and I’ve grown to be a different and better person.

I can honestly say that this year has changed my life forever, and I’m going to miss every single person I have met during my stay here.

If there is anyone interested in changing someone’s life by becoming a host family, please contact Brandy Dahlen at 422-1748 or visit www.world-heritage.org for more information.

Again, I would like to thank the Bowling family for bringing me in, and making me a part of their family. I will always have a home here in Helena, Alabama.”

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Helena Golf Ace Connor Slane is Above Par— Academically and on the Golf Course

Birmingham, tied for second place with a 5 over par 149, Connor was edged out in a one-hole playoff which makes him an alternate. But his long term goals are more grounded than most high school He’ll enter his senior year at Pelham students with his ability. this fall, but Connor Slane has already “I’ll start looking more at schools at made quite an impression. He is ranked the end of summer,” Connor says, “but the 15th best high school golfer in the I want to do something in engineering.

South by the AllI’m thinking American Junior about either South Golf Tour, which Alabama or UAB.” averages the players’ The Pelham top five tournament season didn’t meet scores. Even though all of his goals, but he’s highly ranked, he the Panthers’ golf wasn’t born with a club team managed in his hand like many to win the young stars.

Shelby County tournament by “I used to play one stroke over baseball and soccer,” Briarwood, a Connor says. “That moment that was my whole life until Connor calls the I was 12. I didn’t start highlight of the playing golf seriously year. He was the until then.” low medalist in He enjoyed the the tournament with his score a 2-under challenge of the game, and it was par 70, which earned him a spot on something he could share with the all-tournament team in a field of his father.

85, and he came in third at the West “I was attracted to the difficulty of Alabama Classic at Ol’ Colony. the game,” Connor says. “It’s a game While leading the Panthers to a that can’t be perfected. Dad played in memorable 2012, Connor managed college and he introduced me to it.” a 4.07 GPA. If he’s unable to build a His father, Michael, played at Georgia College. Though Connor has career playing on the course, he hopes to build a career by building them. just six years of experience under his “I like to work with my hands and belt, he’s confident he can take him.

I like to build stuff,” Connor says. “I’d And why not? Connor recently like to design golf courses. I’ll sit down competed in a three-day tournament in Mobile for the American Junior Golf in my spare time and draw stuff out. I like to imagine stuff.”

Association, a qualifier which earns Sounds like Connor Slane definitely status for the tour. Hoping to compete has a plan centered around the golf in the U.S. Junior Amateur in New course—whether it is playing on it or Hampshire later in July, near the end designing and building it. of the qualifier at the Country Club of

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Helena resident Callie Roney, a 2012 Pelham High School graduate, has been awarded the Presidential Scholarship for academic achievement and a Department of Music scholarship for vocal talent by the University of South Alabama.

Callie appeared in several musicals at PHS. She has also performed at her church—Shades Mountain Baptist, La Reunion Coffee Café, Beef O’Brady’s, Johnny Rays and other local eateries.

Congratulations, Callie, and best of luck at USA as well as in your music career.

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Mayor Greg Eddins

Hello Helena, I am Greg Eddins, owner of “Helena’s Landscape Supply and Nursery”, and a 24 year resident of Helena. I am the father of two children, Blane, a senior at Pelham High School and my daughter Rachel, a 6th grader at Helena Middle School. We are members of Riverside Baptist Church, in Helena. Since moving here in 1988, I have served our city in many ways. I have coached our children in football, and baseball, taught them Karate as a Taekwondo Instructor, and sponsored teams when I was not coaching. I have supported all of our schools with my time and finances as well as rolling up my sleeves and building a football field at HMS, and sodding the playground at HIS. I have helped many civic organizations in our city including Kiwanis, the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and many others. I helped the Helena Explorers with civic projects and continue to support our Police and Fire Departments.

The only way I can help the City of Helena anymore is to take my leadership to City Hall.

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Calendar of Events

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Regular Weekly Events

Mondays Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays

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Fire Explorers at Station 2, 5:00 p.m.

Storytime at Jane B. Holmes Library, 11:00 a.m.

Kiwanis Club at Helena Senior Citizens Center, 7:00 a.m.

Storytime at Jane B. Holmes Library, 11:00 a.m.

Police Explorers at Helena Explorers Post, 4:00 p.m.

Sundown Cinemas (until Aug. 3), HBA sponsored, Amphitheater Park, 8:00 p.m.

Helena Market Days (until Aug. 25), Amphitheater Park, 6:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

July

Very Important Local School Regisration Dates on page 40 3rd - Wed., July 4th garbage collected Tue., July 3rd w/ usual route - Helena Business Association meeting, La Reunion, 8:00 a.m.

- Emergency Siren Test, 10:00 a.m.

4th - Municipal Offices Closed in Observance of Independence Day–No garbage collection, Wed. route will be collected the day before, Tue., July 3rd 9th - Helena City Council, Helena Municipal Building, 6:00 p.m.

18th - Jane B. Holmes Library Pizza Hut Fundraiser, 5:00-9:00 p.m., see page 20 21st - Aaron’s Staff Respite Care–special needs 0-21, LNLC, must reserve aaronsstaffrespite.org 23rd - Helena City Council, Helena Municipal Building, 6:00 p.m.

26th - Planning & Zoning Commission, Helena Municipal Building, 6:00 p.m.

August

1st - Emergency Siren Test, 10:00 a.m.

7th - Helena Business Association Meeting, La Reunion, 8:00 a.m.

13th - Helena City Council, Helena Municipal Building, 6:00 p.m.

17th - Last day to register to vote in Municipal Election 2012 18th - Aaron’s Staff Respite Care-special needs 0-21, LNLC, must reserve aaronsstaffrespite.org 20th - Back to School Shelby County Students 23rd - Planning & Zoning Commission, Helena Municipal Building, 6:00 p.m.

- Last day to apply for absentee ballot for Municipal Election 2012 27th - Helena City Council, Helena Municipal Building, 6:00 p.m.

28th - VOTE–Municipal Election 2012, Helena Community Building, 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

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One of our adoptable dogs, Abraham, came along to visit with the girls.

We are so happy to see such a great group of girls learning to be compassionate to animals at such an early age.

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HES Students/Teachers are Lifesavers

Resident Places in Pageant Abbey Manasco represented her hometown of Helena well in the America’s Southern Miss Pageant held recently in Greenville, Alabama.

Abbey placed third and received the Volunteer Service Award for her community service in Helena and the surrounding area.

Congratulations, Abbey! Have we ever had a Miss America from Helena? Maybe one day…

Helena’s Brandon Powers Honor Society Member

Helena resident and University of South Alabama student Brandon Powers has just accepted membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), an organization exclusive to the best of the best. Membership is based upon gradepoint average and class standing and offers a number of networking, scholarship, travel and service opportunities.

Brandon graduated Pelham High School in 2011 and is majoring in Physical Therapy at USA.

Letter to the Editor: LifeSouth Community Blood Centers discovered that the kindergarten, first and second grade students at Helena Elementary School are also very good teachers.

LifeSouth, through its Five Points of Life in the Classroom program, taught students about blood cells, what they do and why they are important. The students also learned about the importance of blood donation and how blood donors can save lives. The children then went home and shared what they’d learned with their parents. Those parents and the school faculty teamed for an amazing blood drive the following week, where 54 units of blood were collected.

Thanks students, thanks parents, and thank you teachers for this success that will save lives in our community.

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Local Schools Hold Summer Registration 2012-2013 The following information applies to ALL Shelby County Schools. Please go to each individual school’s registration web page listed below to complete on-line registration serious medical condition/food allergy forms, print and bring them with you to registration. A parent/legal guardian is REQUIRED to attend registration for all Shelby County School students—no matter their age. All students—current and new—must bring two current proofs of residence (mortgage contract, rental receipt, utility bill(s), etc.) to registration. Parents/guardians registering new students must also present a certified birth certificate, Alabama blue immunization form (originals only,), and if applicable, Final Divorce Decree verifying guardianship.

Helena Elementary School (5K-Grade 2) • 682-5540 187 Third Street, Helena • Principal Mary Cooper http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/enrollment/HES.htm

Registration: All Grades Thurs.., July 19 7:00am - 9:00am & 5:00pm - 7:00pm

OR Tue., July 31 7:00am - 9:00am & 5:00pm - 7:00pm New Kindergarten Parents* Meeting Thurs., Aug. 16 6:30pm Learn about the nuts and bolts of kindergarten routines. *Parents ONLY please!

Meet the Teacher Day Fri., Aug. 17 2nd Grade 8:00am - 8:45am 1st Grade 8:45am - 9:30am Kindergarten 9:30am - 10:15am

Helena Intermediate School (Grades 3-5) • 682-5520 3500 Highway 52, Helena • Principal Dr. Wayne Williams http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/enrollment/hlis.htm New Students: Contact the school registrar at 682-5522.

Mon., July 16 Registration: Last Name A-L

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Helena Middle School (Grades 6-8) • 682-5300 1299 Hillsboro Parkway, Helena • Principal Scott Knight http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/enrollment/HLMS.htm

New Students: Call 682-5300 to schedule an appointment.

Registration: 6th Grade Tue., July 17 7:00am - 11:00am

7th Grade Wed., July 18 7:00am - 11:00am

8th Grade Thurs., July 19 7:00am - 11:00am

Make-up Day Tue., July 24 9:00am - 11:00am All registration after July 24 will be by appointment ONLY – call 682-5300.

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Pelham High School (Grades 9-12) • 682-5500 2500 Panther Circle, Pelham • Principal Bob Lavett http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/enrollment/PHS.htm

New Students: Must make an appointment at 682-5500 to enroll before being allowed to register.

Registration: Seniors Last Name K-Z Tue., July 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Seniors Last Name K-Z Tue., July 24 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Juniors Last Name A-J Tue., July 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Juniors Last Name K-Z Tue., July 24 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Sophomores Last Name A-J Thurs.., July 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sophomores Last Name M-Z Thurs., July 26 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Freshman Last Name A-J Thurs, July 26 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Freshman Last Name M-Z Thurs, July 26 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Linda Nolen Learning Center (Special Needs Students) • 682-5800 2280 Highway 35, Pelham • Principal Michele Shepherd http://www.shelbyed.k12.al.us/enrollment/LNLC.htm

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Howdy Helena, reg Eddins here from Helena’s Landscape Supply and Nursery, seems like we are getting our share of the rain this year and that’s a good thing! With the heat coming and all of this rain, be on the lookout for “FUNGUS”! Brown patch is really common under these conditions but can be treated with Fertilome Systemic Fungicide, Bonide RTU Systemic Fungicide, and Fertilome F-Stop granular Fungicide as a preventative. Don’t forget to clean and spray all of your lawn equipment also.

The fungus in your yard will be spread by your tools if you don’t clean.

It’s never too late for Pre-emergent, so if you forgot to put it out last month, go ahead and do it with this month’s application of Lawn food plus Iron (Orange Bag). We recommend Hi-Yield with Dimension (Red and Yellow Bag)as a pre-emergent. If your hanging baskets look a little pale, you will need to give them a shot of liquid fertilizer and them hit them with some Osmecote Fertilizer. Osmecote will feed them until the end of summer. Don’t start cutting your grass higher to keep it green when cutting like a lot of people do. Use liquid Ironite to keep it green from the stem to the end of the blade. You should only cut about a third of the blade off at any one time. If you have missed some cuts due to the rain, its okay, just keep that Bermuda to about 1.5 inches high.

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Helena 12U Softball Team on a win streak The Helena 12U girls fastpitch all-star team appears to be on a roll! First they won 1st place in a pre-area tournament in Columbiana.

Next up was another pre-area tournament in which they placed 2nd at Thorsby. This qualified the team to compete in the Area Tournament held in Alabaster June 15 and 16th, which they won!

As this goes to press, the girls are playing in the State USSSA Tournament at Liberty Park. They just defeated Moody 9-3 last night night and have an upcoming game against Rogersville Friday, June 22nd.

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Byrd-Lowrey Engagement!

Mrs. Deana Autry and Mr. Steve Lowrey are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristen Lowrey, to Dr. William Jennings Byrd, son of Donna and Richard Byrd of Darlington, South Carolina.

Miss Lowrey is a 2005 graduate of Pelham High School and a 2009 Troy University graduate. She is currently a sales representative for Red Diamond Food Service.

Dr. Byrd received his undergraduate degree from Francis Marion University in 2006, and his doctorate from Auburn University in 2010.

He has been on the staff at Troy University as Professor of Economics since 2010.

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Mike Jones Announces �Campaign for Helena City Council Mike Jones, Helena businessman and former Helena Police Sergeant has announced his campaign for Place 2 on the Helena City Council. Jones has been involved in all aspects of life in Helena and wants to offer his proven skills, abilities and experience to the community where he grew up and is now raising his family.

Jones is President/CEO of Event Operations Group Inc., a national event management and security company operating in more than 500 venues. In Alabama alone the company is the sole management and security provider for the BJCC, Barber Motorsports Park, Talladega Superspeedway, the University of Alabama, and Auburn University just to name a few. He employs more than 15,000 people, that have serve more than 50 million patrons at more than three thousand events annually.

Jones is ready to use his proven business and law enforcement experience to protect and promote Helena and bring strong economic development to the community. Jones has been named to the prestigious Birmingham Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40, the Rising Star Award, and CEO of The Year. The company has won numerous awards and recognitions including: Best Places To Work, Healthiest Workplace, Circle of Excellence, HR Director of The Year, and CFO of The Year.

Serving 13 years as a Helena Police Officer, he developed the national award winning Helena Police Explorer Program which trains young people in the law enforcement field. Within four years it was the largest in the state and won the National Competition (4) years in a row. Jones was awarded the National Law Enforcement Advisor of the Year, the ASIS Law Enforcement Excellence Award for The State of Alabama, the Governor’s Commendation Medal, the national DEA Drug Abuse Prevention Award, and received more than (11) department commendations for outstanding Police Service and life saving recognitions in the line of duty. During his tenure with the Helena PD he was directly responsible for the community service and crime prevention programs, Explorer Division Commander, neighborhood watch, patrol supervisor, Emergency Response Team Leader, tactical training coordinator, and served as the PD representative to the City Council. Jones developed the Alabama Law Enforcement Advisors Association and also served as the Director the ALEAA State Academy and President of the board. In 2003, he was appointed by the national Director of Exploring to serve as a staff training advisor at the DEA and FBI National Law Enforcement Explorer training academy. Jones developed the national Volunteers in Police Service program which was adopted by the International Association of Chief’s of Police. In 2006, the IACP and Jones presented this program to the Department of Justice on Capitol Hill.

Jones says, “Helena is a great place to live, but there is no question that it can be better. We can never become satisfied with where we have come from or where we are - we must plan where we are going and how we are going to get there.” Jones says, “Helena’s best days are ahead of us.”

Jones’ plans include strengthening law enforcement and public safety, improving safety and traffic, implementing new community programs, economic development, and providing the best education and recreation facilities possible for the families of Helena. That includes ensuring that their tax dollars are being spent wisely and that they create a good environment to attract new businesses.

Jones and his wife, Crystal have three children, Cade, 18, Cameron, 12 and Cylie, 9. They all attend Helena public schools and are involved in youth sports and other church and community activities. Mike Jones is a dedicated leader committed to working hard for our community. He is our neighbor, our friend, and we ask for your support to elect Mike Jones, Helena City Council – Place 2. For more information on Mike Jones, please visit: www.mikejonescouncil.com Paid for by the Committee To Elect Mike Jones, P.O. Box 487, Helena, AL 35080

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Committee Works Hard to Make Party in the Park a Success!

The group gathered recently to work out the final details of this year’s Fourth of July event (actually June 30) one of the best kid-friendly events ever! They met on the deck at Papa Saia’s, the biggest sponsor of the event, and as the looks on the faces tell you, there’s just something about being on the water that makes you want to have fun!

Thanks to Kelly Nagle of the U.S Band, his wife Lyne, Amanda Traywick, Jennifer Richards, Michael Tsimpides, Joy Childers and all the rest who have worked tirelessly to put the event together. Hey, who is that guy in the middle with the white beard?

Local Student Earns Modern Woodmen of America Scholarship Bethany K. Harris has been awarded a $9,000 four-year Fraternal College Scholarship in a national competition with other students who are members of Modern Woodmen of America.

Modern Woodmen, a fraternal benefit society offering financial services based in Rock Island, Illinois, has a host of local representatives.

Bethany, the daughter of Donald and Tylitha Harris, plans to use the scholarship to attend Berry College in Mount Berry, Georgia.

Scholarship selection is based on the student’s personal and academic achievement, including the ACT (American College Testing) or the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) scores as well as leadership qualities, character and extracurricular actives. Bethany was one of 36 regional scholarship winners this year.

During the past 40 years, Modern Woodmen has committed missions of dollars in financial assistance to hundreds of students through it Fraternal Scholarship Program.

The fraternal benefit society will begin accepting applications for the 2012-13 scholarship program in the fall; visit www.modern-woodmen.org for more information.

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Girl Scouts Travel to Mobile “Girl Scout Troop 7220 from Helena Intermediate spent a night in February living aboard the Battleship USS ALABAMA in Mobile. Led by Lisa Pitts and Carrie Radice, the troop learned something about a “Battlewagon” in World War II. The troop also explored the Submarine USS DRUM, which ranked 8th among all U.S. Navy subs for the amount of enemy shipping tonnage she sank.

The trip enabled troop members to better understand and appreciate the contributions made by military personnel in times of conflict when America’s basic values of liberty and freedom are threatened.

USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park is dedicated to Alabamians who served in all branches of the military and is an independent agency of the State of Alabama.”

Troop Members who attended were: Kristin Radice, Sarah Pitts, Hailey Pearson, Aria Palladino, Nadia Ghabayen, Abby Douglas, Madeline Bryan, and Isabella Toole. The troop was escorted by their leaders along with Kim Pearson and Teresa Palladino.

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fter much hard work, Crystal and Chuck Hamrick are opening Rio’s Bar and Grill at the site that formerly housed City Cafe (next to Tejano’s Mexican). Rio’s is an “over 21” bar, open between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. The new bar features pool tables, dart boards, karaoke, live entertainment, big screen televisions, an internet juke box and Golden T Live (a video game Crystal admits being addicted to).

Follow Rio’s on Facebook to see what nights they will be offering free pool, open mike night and much, much more. Rios’ owners say they are a bikerfriendly bar, and they invite bikers to join them on Thursday Bike Night.

Aside from the activities and Crystal’s signature drinks, Rios has a simple yet delicious food menu. You’ll want to try their signature Rio burgers and tater tots, where you top off each with your

to their style said, ‘when we dance, we are just like a couple of possums in a sack’ now have their own daylily, too, called, yes…Possum In a Sack!

At Dancing Daylily Garden, an American A daylily’s largest bloom opens first—for just one Hemerocallis Society (AHS) display garden located at 4353 South Shades Crest Road, you will be steered day—followed by the other buds in turn, so each first to an area where the plants have names like Twist plant may bloom for over a month. One of the largest & Shout, Mango Tango, Vienna Waltz, Wildfire Tango, blooms at DDG is the 8” bloom of the aptly named Great American Pie Pan. Square Dancers Curtsey and Long Legged Lap Dancer.

Owners Becky and Morris Parr share the story of their serendipitous meeting at Cajun dance night at the Concordia Club in Birmingham.

New to the club, Morris was appreciative that Becky and her friend took turns showing him the steps.

“I mentioned to him that I grow daylilies,” Becky says. “He told me that he did, too—both colors—yellow and orange.”

When Becky invited Morris to an AHS local daylily meeting, he impressed her with his purchase of an $80 specimen. Becky says she was thinking, “Wow, he’s a keeper!”

On Becky’s work apron is The couple enjoyed Cajun, Zydeco, and ballroom embroidered Northwind Dancer, also the daylily used classes making Friday and Saturday their date nights. in their logo. Becky notes Whistle Stop Tour, a ruffled Thus, their dance program and Becky’s daylily red with lemon-lime green throat and Watermelon program were both accelerated, and they married in Martini, a fragrant red with lime ruffled edges as December 2008. popular choices for dramatic accents for your garden.

Breeder Dale Hensley named Dosey Doe, a full, Besides experiencing the joy of the wave of colors ruffled peach daylily, in the Parr’s honor. throughout the beds, it is informative to read the tags that note the breeder’s name, year introduced, the Other dance-loving friends who, when referring

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The best part about Rios is the relaxed, cozy environment. It is decorated beautifully, with a custom built authentic, copper-top bar. Rios has a “Cheers” feel; they want to be a welcoming, friendly, neighborhood bar. Being residents of Helena and with Crystal’s experience in bartending on the local bar scene, Rio’s opens with a great following. Just as customers keep up with Crystal, she keeps up with them and has established long term friendships along the way. Chuck and Crystal consider their customers as family.

An official grand opening is planned a few weeks after the initial opening, so watch for their signs. Drive on over to Rios, where everybody knows your name (or soon will!).

‘parent’ plants and the plant characteristics.

Diamond dust is a characteristic that appears on some petals naturally or as in Desire of the Nations, the grape bloom has a ruffled edge that appears sprinkled with glitter. Some blooms have a waxy sheen, such as Waxmint.

Many a hybridizer is on the quest for a true blue daylily—there are already some handsome purple cultivars and some that combine blue and purple. Becky says that most of the blue names are already spoken for, and there are varieties considered to be blue-eyed, such as Bluegrass Music, Bluegrass Memories and Jitterbug Blues.

Dancing Daylily Garden has the beginnings of an Alabama section—Alabama Jubilee and Alabama Wildfire, Bama Bound, Bear Bryant, and Lady Bear Bryant, then there’s Flying Tiger, Adorable Tiger, and War Eagle.

Morris and Becky are both garden judges, and Morris is currently the President of the Central Alabama Daylily Society. Becky is the Membership Chairman for Region 14 and is “always looking for new recruits into this crazy but wonderful world of daylilies.”

Dancing Daylily Garden now has over 1,000 daylily varieties (some 70,000 have been hybridized and named since the 1930s) and it can best be enjoyed leisurely as you discuss which daylilies you may want to welcome to your own yard.

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In the last issue, we made an error and misspelled some of the BCF sponsors’ names.

Please accept our deepest apologies. Sponsors are vital to this type event, and we understand that completely. Sometimes mistakes happen and I have always found that when you make one, you own up to it and promise to do better.

Now on to the winners!

Duck Race Winners: 1st place Kristi Webster; 2nd place Paul Schifanella, OD, Family Eye Care of Helena; 3rd place Liam Howell (not present).

Ella Gant — girl with the duck — won second place in the “Shake Your Tail Feathers” Contest. Congratulations to all!

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he Buck Creek Festival was once again a big hit.

The weather was perfect until the bottom fell out Saturday night ending the festival early at about 6 p.m. (Word has it that the fun just moved across the street to Papa Saia’s.)

Thanks and hats off to Cris Nelson and her dedicated staff of volunteers who put on one of

the best BCFs ever. A lot of time was put in by the volunteers and a lot of money was raised for some very worthwhile causes. Plans are already underway to make next year’s events bigger and better than ever.

We hope you enjoy these snapshots taken by a couple of our photographers during the two-day event.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Saturday,

June 30, when the fun at the Old Town Amphitheater continues with a Fourth of July celebration—Party in the Park! Back by popular demand is Helena’s own U.S Band who will perform in concert with guests. The evening will also feature a rousing fireworks display. This year’s Fourth of July celebration is sponsored by Papa Saia’s. See you there!

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July 3 - Wednesday, July 4th garbage route will be picked up one day early Tue., July 3rd July 4 - Independence Day-Municipal Offices Closed. NO Garbage Pickup, Collected Tue., July 3rd July 18 - Jane B. Holmes Public Library Pizza Hut® Night Fundraiser, 5-9 p.m. (details page 20) Aug. 17 - Deadline to register to vote in Municipal Election 2012 Aug. 28 - Municipal Election 2012, Helena Community Building, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

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