One heck of a challenge
By Vicki Scott For the first time (I think) I’m writing a sequel to a previous column. It’s not on purpose; I hurt all over and it is on my mind. My children wanted to participate in the 75-day challenge, and I thought I would try it as well. My daughter Eva was enthusiastic until […]
Chicken Rotel Casserole, Alabama Cake and Stuffed Jalapeño Appetizers
By Andy Bedwell What would we do without chicken? Actually, a better question is, how do you give chicken a distinctive flavor? Dress up that everyday bird in an easy sauce that usually consist of some kind of cream soup. This is one of the few recipes that is easy and everyone will think that […]
From God’s word – Our God makes all things new
By Toni Ford During this month I have been reading through the Book of Jeremiah. Although I’ve read Jeremiah before, this time I’ve discovered so many what I call “valuable nuggets of truth” that I’m seeing of which I have not seen before. Some of those nuggets come from chapters 30 through 33. In 1928, […]
God’s word revealed – The Ten Commandments are not optional
By John Larkins “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” This often-seen sign at football games is so simple and short that eternal salvation must be interpreted by many as an easy and undemanding process Eternal […]
Etowah County Master Gardeners cultivate change in community, welcome volunteers
Etowah County Master Gardeners volunteers landscape a Habitat For Humanity House. Photo courtesy of Regina Ford. By Katie Bohannon, News Editor While the phrase “Master Gardener” might evoke images of flourishing botanical beauties, pristine, lush lawns with rows of blossoming flowers or award-winning vegetables at county fairs, a group in Etowah County is proving that […]
Family Success Center celebrates 20 years of transforming lives
From left to right: Former FSC director Marie Johnson, current director Emma Clapp and former director Tammy Jackson celebrate 20 years of the Family Success Center in Etowah County. Jon Vo/The Chamber. By Katie Bohannon, News Editor The word legacy endures a substantial weight – prompting minds to consider their influence on those around them […]