May 2019 | Vol. 17, No. 5

845 Valley Street • Montevallo, Alabama 35115 • montevallochamber@gmail.com • www.montevallocc.com • 205-665-1519

CHAMBER COMMENT by Steve Gilbert, Director

“The Voice for Business & Community”

Chamber News

Mahler Pavilion at Shoal Creek Park / Montevallo(l-r) Phil Hurst, Phil Burns, Jon Parker, Tiffany Bunt, Mayor Hollie Cost (ribbon), Alex Dudchock, Dee Woodham (scissors), Mary Ellen Heuton, Jason Peterson, Rusty Nix, Brad Davis, Terry Arnold and Robbie Hayes.

Mahler Bridge at Shoal Creek Park / Montevallo (l-r) Mayor Hollie Cost, Sarah Heuton,Tiffany Bunt, Mary Ellen Heuton, Rusty Nix, Jason Peterson, Pamela Smith (scissors), Cristie Muehlbauer, Gary Muehlbauer, Sarah Arnold (ribbon), Terry Arnold, Dee Woodham, Alex Dudchock, Jon Parker, Matt Fridy, and Robbie Hayes

WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBERLa Conchita Bakery, 609 Main Street, Montevallo.

MONTHLY CHAMBER LUNCHEONWed May 15th “Montevallo’s Newest Park - Shoal Creek”. Guest Speaker - Dee Woodham, President of the Shoal Creek Foundation. The meeting will be held at Parnell Library with networking 11:30 a.m. / Lunch- noon $12. ea. Lunch Catered by Southern Sweets by Joan

May is a special month, it is the month of my birth and also the month in which we have set aside a day to honor our mothers. Mother’s Day was established primarily due to the efforts of Anna Jarvis in honor of her mother Ann, a peaceactivist that cared for wounded soldiers on both sides of the American Civil War. Anna’s efforts helped establish a national holiday observed in all states when President Woodrow Wilson signed the proclamation in 1914. Thanks to her tireless efforts Moms everywhere are recognized on the second Sunday in May.

Growing up, I was blessed to have many moms. The maternal influence was strong. We shared the home with my maternal grandmother (Nanny). I learned a lot about life around the turn of the century from her stories, how to cook and clean, and prepare fruits and vegetables for canning. I also heard countless stories about her mom. Daisy Woodall Dean a midwife in Hartselle, Alabama. I have often wondered how many children she helped bring into this world. Daisy was also a big influence on my Mom. They all had a deep love of children. Mom worked in after school care for 15 years.

Nanny and my Mom (Mattie) were small women, Nanny only 4’ 11” and all of 90 pounds, Mom at 5’ 2”, but both possessed a will and drive in excess of their small stature. I learned at an early age to apply myself to the task at hand and never quit. On the other side of the family, my grandmother Gilbert was a striking woman 5’10” with auburn hair (Flora). Miss Flossie, as she was known, was an influence with music and soft spoken wisdom. She was my spiritual guide; she read the scriptures and loved a good gospel singing.

It goes without saying that my Mom had the biggest impact on my life; her sacrifices and guidance are things I could not repay with money or gold. I still hear all of their voices and have the jewels of their wisdom in my head and in my heart. I was blessed to have such strong women in my life.

Thanks MOM(S)!

Happy Mother’s Day

MAY 2019

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On the Trail of Pancho VillaMarty EverseIn 1916, the United States had a real military crisis on the southern border. The Mexican Revolution had been percolating for six years, occasionally boiling over into United States territory. The incursions reached a frenzy when, in the wee morning hours of Thursday, March 9th, Pancho Villa and several hundred of his muchachos galloped into Columbus, New Mexico bent on taking muntions, money, horses and mules. The raid morphed into a battle. Houses and stores were looted and burned and about 100 of Villa’s men were gunned down as well as eight U.S. cavalrymen and 10 civilians. A month later, President Woodrow Wilson ordered the army to enter Mexico and take out Villa. In June, Wilson federalized the Alabama National Guard. By August, Alabama was enlisting men for a new regiment, the First Alabama Cavalry, for duty on the border.

James G. Oakley of Ashby, a former Bibb County sheriff and a man who liked it best when lightning was striking close by, had his dander up and hustled an authorization to recruit a company, Troop K composed of men from Bibb, Shelby and Perry Counties, in the new cavalry regiment. In September, Oakley visited Montevallo and induced Ross Ellenburg, Earl Bailey, Clinton Cary, and Ollie Caldwell to join up. Ellenburg was the son of a Montevallo school teacher. Bailey, at 17, was the youngest of the recruits. Cary listed his occupation as a baseball player and Caldwell, from Wilton but working in Centreville, was a confectioner. They all soon hotfooted it

to the mobilization camp in Montgomery. The Montevallo Advertiser bid them farewell, “We wish the boys much success in Uncle Sam’s army and hope they may ever be good and patriotic Americans.”

For about three months that fall the men drilled, became proficient with pistols and sabers, and by all reports had a grand time. The only real drama occurred when James G. Oakley, now Captain Oakley, fell from his horse and broke his collar bone. The end of November, the regiment was reviewed by the governor and his staff. Early in December, they pushed off for the border taking up quarters in San Antonio, Texas, where Oakley again fell from his horse and broke his leg. For the following four months, the men rode around south Texas never firing a weapon in anger. Ellenburg attained the rank of Sergeant there and Bailey was appointed a trumpeter. The only heroism reported during this time was the heroic measure taken by the medical corps to stamp out hookworm that had infected fifty-five percent of the First Alabama Cavalry.

The troops arrived back in Alabama by the end of March 1917. A local paper proclaimed, “Every one of them should have a service medal to show to the world who volunteered to defend the flag – who gave up jobs, home, comfort and loved ones, and it will show those who loved these things better than the flag.” But the service on the Mexican border was just a prelude to something much more serious. The United States entered World War I on April 6, 1917. The men of Troop K would turn in their horses and man the cannons of the 117th Field Artillery in France. Cutline

The men of Troop K, 1st Alabama Cavalry. Captain Oakley is second from the left. The trumpeter, standing fourth from the left, may be Earl Bailey.

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MOYO FEST IS HERE

May is upon us, and that means MoYo Fest is back at the University of Montevallo’s beautiful campus! The third annual event will be held on Saturday, May 18th, from 8 am to 7 pm. Two Vegan Meals are included in ticket pricing and also allow for unlimited class participation. Our one-day festival will feature many instructors with different classes ranging from Chair yoga to Acro yoga and even Trap yoga! We are also excited to have worked with Montevallo Art Walk to bring you a multitude of art, health and wellness vendors! All MoYo Fest activities are all-inclusive.

MoYo Fest is for all types of bodies and experience levels; we are beginner friendly. The goal of our festival is to broaden community awareness to the many wellness and health benefits of yoga. We also strive to connect festival attendees to teachers, products, and information that will assist them on their journey to optimal health. So join us May 18th for our fun-filled wellness and health yoga festival! On-site golf cart transportation will be available for those needing assistance.

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Wednesdays in May @ 9:15 AM - Story time with Mr. Mac. Join our own Mr. Mac as he shares song, story and puppets with our preschool and toddler friends.

May 2nd @ 3:30 PM - Teen Theatre Club. Do you feel the pull of the theatre? Are you 13 through 18 years of age? Then Teen Theatre Club is for you.

May 3rd @ 3:30 PM - Magic Tree House Club. All 2nd-5th graders are welcome to our book club just for them. Travel around the world and through time with Jack and Annie on their many adventures. Must be registered to attend. Call 665-9207 x2

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May 7th @ 3:30- 5:30 PM - Children’s Musical Theatre Workshop Auditions. This is our second call for all 6- 12 year olds for our yearly Children’s Workshop. This is free.

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May 22nd - Summer Reading Preregistration. Beat the crowds and register early. But be on the lookout for our Summer Reading Programs in June.

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MAY IS SKIN CANCER PREVENTION MONTHProvided by Nicole Heaton, Montevallo Drug Pharmacist

Summer is fast approaching, and school will soon be out. For many of us, warmer weather and sunny days means more time outside, whether it’s at the lake, the beach, or just outside around the house. Since May is Skin Cancer Prevention Month, now is a good time to be reminded of sun safety tips. Did you know that in as little as 15 minutes, the sun’s ultraviolet rays can damage your skin? The following recommendations will help you and your family enjoy the outdoors safely, and protect against damage from UV exposure from the sun:

• Seek shade under umbrella, tree, or other shelter, especially between the hours of 10AM and 4PM.

• Use broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher every day. For extended outdoor activity, use a water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Apply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours, or after swimming or heavy sweating.

• Cover up with clothing, including wide brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses. Clothes made from tightly woven fabric offer the most protection, and darker colors offer more protection than light colors. If this type of clothing isn’t practical, at least wear a t-shirt or beach cover up. Keep in mind, a typical t-shirt has SPF protection of less than 15, so use other protection as well.

• Keep newborns out of the sun. Sunscreens should be used on babies over the age of 6 months. In addition to these tips for outdoor protection, other recommendations include avoiding tanning beds and sun lamps, checking your skin every month for visible changes, and seeing a dermatologist at least once a year for a professional skin exam. While a lighter natural skin tone is higher risk for skin cancer, all skin types and colors may get sunburn and damage from UV rays. To avoid premature aging and damage from the sun’s UV rays, everyone should use sunscreen every day and practice sun-safe habits.

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2019 SPRING BEAUTIFICATION AWARDS ANNOUNCED

Montevallo’s Arbor & Beautification Board has announced the winners of this year’s Spring Beautification Awards. The awards are based on curb appearance and creative design, attractive overall appearance, use of natural features, color, trees and other woody vegetation.

This year’s RESIDENTIAL winners are Boyd Fillippeli, 295 Ashville Circle and Peggy Czerw, 310 Crestview Circle with a tie for first place. Second place goes to Buddy & Barbara Freeman, 120 Shoal Creek Circle with honorable mention going to John & Carol Jones, 240 Hicks Street; Dennis & Sheila Russ, 300 Kiowa; Lanny & Martha McMinn, 170 Creek Street and Glenn & Jean McLean, 18 Country Hills Road.

The APARTMENT COMPLEX winners are #1 Salem Manor Apartments, 195 Salem Road and #2 Town and Country Apartments, Overland Road.

The CHURCH winners are #1 First Baptist Church, Main Street #2 St Andrews Episcopal Church, 925 Plowman Street #3 Church of the Holy Comforter, Highway 119 and #4 Montevallo Presbyterian Church, 510 Shelby Street. The BUSINESS winners are #1 State Farm Insurance, Highway 25 and #2 Anderson Eye Care, 977 Main Street.

The SCHOOL/CIVIC BUILDING winners are #1 University of Montevallo #2 Orr Park and honorable mention going to Parnell Memorial Library and the Parnell Learning Enrichment Garden. Thanks for all those who participated by turning in nomination forms! Keep Montevallo Beautiful!

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The Montevallo Farmers’ Market is set to open on Monday, June 3rd at 3 p.m. The Market is open every Monday from 3 to 6 p.m. with the last Market date being on August 19th, 2019

The Montevallo Farmers’ Market is a community project of the Montevallo Chamber of Commerce and the City of Montevallo. The Market is located on the grass lot behindMontevallo First Baptist Church at 660 Main Street. Parking is available in the lot behind the church.

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STOP IN AND WELCOME OUR NEW LIBRARY DIRECTOR...

Savannah Willingham Kitchens is the new director of the Parnell Memorial Library. Savannah is a Montevallo native. A graduate of Montevallo High School and the University of Montevallo with a BA in English, she got her Masters in Library and Information Science from Dominican University in River Forest, IL in 2011 and has been working in Alabama libraries eversince. A former teen librarian and children's department manager, she was most recently the Chilton County Library Director, based in Clanton. She lives in Montevallo with her husband James and their two children, Sam and Stella.

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CITY OF MONTEVALLO NEWSMayor’s Message...

Hollie C. Cost, Mayor

Montevallo: Our Small City with Big Dreams

The month prior to preparing this message, I had the pleasure of visiting three notable cities across the country, then attending two very significant events in Montevallo. All of theseexperiences reminded me why I truly love this little 12.59 square mile space we all call home. To put it simply, we are a small city with very big dreams. Not only that, but we are becoming known for making these dreams a reality and serving as an example for others with similar aspirations.

Spring break was quite a whirlwind for me as I visited New York City, Seattle and then the Florida Coast. While In New York, I accompanied the Montevallo High School Broadcast program and conducted research toward my sabbatical project looking at university-community relationships. As expected, New York brought with it such wonderment for our group. We were amazed at the diverse citizenry, the fast-pace, the culture and the variety of experiences we shared. But, what was equally amazing and endearing to me was the number of times I heard students comment about things we could “get” in Montevallo or relate what they saw to things we already have in Montevallo (i.e. murals, parks, shops). They seemed to be confident that the sky is the limit in our town and that their voice and input makes a difference. This sentiment was underscored at this year’s Students’ Institute Showcase with the proposals that elementary and middle school students presented: an arcade, a City Camp, restroom improvements, an Escape room, Park Playbox and Childhood Cancer fundraising. The baton for these

ideas will soon be handed over to the Junior City Council to transform into realities. I have no doubt they will embrace the opportunity!

Seattle brought with it different experiences with similar results. Since being designated a Main Street community in 2016, board members have been attending conferences to help move the heart of our city forward in unique ways. This was the first year I was able to join them at the National Main Street conference. The information gleaned from this experience was insurmountable! The affirmation we received was equally stunning. We learned that walkable communities drive economies. We learned how to capitalize on our assets. We learned ways we can tailor our zoning regulation to meet the needs of an ever-changing landscape and most importantly, we learned that our community design, initiatives and vision are right on point! Notably, while attending our Art Festival in Orr Park in April, I met a number of new Montevallo residents who spoke to these ideals as reasons they had recently re-located to our little oasis. I now invite you to take a short stroll down memory lane and fast forward to all the possibilities that lie in our future. Remember the challenges we faced on Main Street just a few short years ago with buildings in disrepair, inaccessible sidewalks and limited shopping options. Remember the Orr Park creek bank before being restored. Remember a time when we did not have trails that connected our beautiful parks or a junior city council or art festivals. Now, envision your dreams embossed on our landscape. Our kiddos certainly aren’t shy about this. Do you have a historic space you would like to preserve, a mural you would like to see emblazed on a building, developments that would be ideal for the crossroads or a streetscape vision for Highway 25? Montevallo truly is the place to make your mark but it takes

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JOIN THE AMERICAN VILLAGE ON MEMORIAL DAY FOR FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES AND TRIBUTES TO VETERANS (MAY 27)Submitted by Melanie Poole, American Village

May is “Military Appreciation Month” in Alabama, and the Alabama Bicentennial Commission has chosen to culminate their month-long veteran salute at the American Village’s Memorial Day event. The American Village is open to the public with free admission on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 - A day of remembrance for those who have served and sacrificed for liberty.

“Memorial Day is one of the most meaningful days for visitors to the American Village,” said American Village president and CEO Tom Walker. “We remember those men and women in every generation who have served and sacrificed to defend the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Help us honor them on this special day by coming and bringing your family, a veteran or active member of the military.”

The American Village opens Memorial Day at 10:00 a.m. Family-friendly events begin at 10:30 a.m. and continue until 3:00 p.m. “A Salute to Our Veterans” begins at 11:00 a.m. in Liberty Hall, and will feature patriotic music by the Montevallo Community Chorale.

We hope you will take this opportunity to help us tell the stories of our veterans by adding someone you know who has served or is serving in the U. S. Armed Forces to the Veterans Register of Honor. Volunteers will be onsite to assist you in filling out your Veterans Register of Honor paperwork.

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Memorial Day events at the American Village include drilling with Washington’s Continental Army, 18th Century games, and opportunities to meet Patrick Henry, Martha Washington and other revolutionary figures. Visit our replica Oval Office and Concord Bridge, see the 1st Pennsylvania Regiment in the encampment, and visit the Randall Miniature Museum of American History.

Food trucks, including Coca-Cola, Blue Bell ice cream, Big Slice Pizza, Kona Ice, and Anatomy of Pi will be on campus to provide lunch options.

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your initiative and your action. All of the changes you have enjoyed over the past several years came to fruition because of incredible citizens and partners like you who worked to make them a reality. The most significant opportunity you will have to make your mark is just around the corner. This fall we will be updating our comprehensive plan. We need you to attend community meetings. Bring your ideas, your enthusiasm, your experiences and your energy to this transformative process. I am incredibly excited about this next step in our journey together and equally grateful to serve as the mayor of such a special spot in the world.

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STATE’S GENERAL FUND BUDGET LIKELY TO PRIORITIZE HEALTHCARE, PRISONS, AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RAISESSubmitted by Representative April Weaver

According to the 1901 Alabama Constitution, the single, most important mandate of the Legislature is to pass balanced budgets for state government and public education functions each year. The Alabama House has already begun its work on the state’s General Fund budget, which provides appropriations for all non-education state agencies, while the Senate is focusing its initial attention on the Education Trust Fund budget for K-12 schools, community colleges, and public universities.

In years past, the General Fund has struggled financially because most of Alabama’s growth taxes are earmarked for education purposes, but thanks to the robust economy, revenues that outperformed expectations, and unanticipated savings in some state agencies, this year has proven to be an anomaly. Rather than facing its traditional shortfall, the General Fund budget is expected to carry forward more than $100 million to Fiscal Year 2021 in order to cover a looming increase in the state’s share of the Children’s Health Insurance Program, commonly known as ALL Kids.The federal government currently pays 100 percent of the CHIP program’s cost, but states will begin paying a 20 percent match next year. An estimated 220,000 children receive their health insurance through the CHIP program.

Equally surprising is the fact that the Alabama Medicaid Agency, which consumes the largest portion of the total General Fund budget, requested roughly $50 million less funding than last year. Because of less-than-expected prescription drug costs, higher-than-expected drug rebates, and an increase in the state’s portion of the national tobacco lawsuit settlement, Medicaid will be able to carry forward about $106 million in funding from this fiscal year to the next.The federal government covers 70 percent of the cost of the Medicaid program, and the agency’s General Fund request represents that state’s 30 percent obligation.

The Alabama Department of Corrections is expected to receive a $40 million bump in its appropriation. The increase would allow the prison system to hire up to 500 new correctional officers and 20 new medical and mental health professionals to treat inmates. The funding would also provide correctional officers with a 20 percent salary increase since the low pay and highly dangerous environment associated with the job make it difficult to attract new recruits. The additional funding will also allow DOC to continue compliance with a federal court ruling over mental health care and begin addressing a U. S. Department of Justice report that highlighted various inadequacies within the prison system.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will see a $5.7 million increase in order to hire additional state troopers. And the Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking a $3.5 million increase, which would bring its total funding to $102 million. The agency said its increase will help sustain SenioRx, a prescription assistance program that has saved seniors more than $30 million in the past 12 months, and

allow the agency to continue providing Meals on Wheels, which serves millions of meals to seniors each year.

The General Fund spending plan also includes a 2 percent cost-of-living raise for state employees, who have suffered from largely stagnant wages since the recession of 2008. The salary increases will add a total annual cost of $12 million to the state’s bottom line.

I will detail the Education Trust Fund budget in a future column. Both budgets must be passed by the House and Senate and sent to Gov. Kay Ivey for review before the Legislature adjourns its session in mid-June.

As always, I remain available to answer questions from my constituents regarding the state’s budgets or any other public policy issues in which you may have an interest. Contact my office at (334)261-0500, and I will be happy to assist you in any way that I can.

April Weaver represents House District 49, which includes parts of Bibb, Shelby and Chilton counties. She has served in the Alabama House of Representatives since 2010.

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I met Elaine Hughes man, many years ago. It took me a good while to realize how much of a human treasure that she truly was, however. We would see one another at certain gatherings and she was always very nice and always tried to “get me on stage” which never worked, by the way. After moving back from Asheville, NC, for the second time, I put myself fully into MMSP to help in any way possible. Elaine took quick notice of my gratuitous volunteering and began to slowly make sure I got more responsibility with the group. We would talk and she would ask me my opinions of the technical aspects of our theater, after finally accepting that I wasn’t getting back on stage. Towards the end of her 2nd term as President, or possibly during her first year of Steve Gilbert’s term, Elaine pulled me aside at one gathering we were hav-ing. She shared with me the importance of MMSP to her and to all of the people she started our theater with. She told me that they were all close to the age that I was then, when they started this thing we now call MMSP. At that moment, I made a promise to Elaine Hughes that she never let me forget; this theater would not die on my watch.

Elaine Hughes is the reason that I am the current President of Mon-tevallo Main Street Players. I worked very hard to bring new interest into what we do and also bring excited, talented, and very interest-ed younger energy into our group. Elaine constantly praised me and showed me gratitude for holding up my end of the promise. I will miss Elaine, immensely more than I can express and I can only thank her for the amazing individual that she was. To the rest of the Hughes family, thank you for the generosity. Thank you for always supporting this theater. Thank you for allowing us to benefit from the donations made in Elaine’s name. MMSP Loves you all!

Jake Beaty

In all her involvement in MMSP, Elaine demonstrated the same commit-ment, devotion to excellence, indefatigable energy, and depth of percep-tion that marked her in all areas of her life. I, like so many of us in MMSP and in the larger community, will miss her greatly.

Norman McMillan

Because of her love of literature, Elaine could read a script and so easily become a certain characterexactly how the playwright intended. It was always a treat watching her “trod the boards”!

Wayne Beaty

No woman every pranced across a Montevallo stage with more relish, glee, and delight than Elaine. Nearly forty years ago, she played Essie, an aspiring ballerina and candy maker in You Can’t Take It With You. I was her husband Ed, a flaky xylophone player, and terrified with the prospect of performing before an audience, but she had wheedled me into being there. She was a good wheedler. She was also fearless. At one point in the play the script called for her to burst forth on the set clad in a skimpy tutu and dance. Such pirouettes, cabrioles and sauté arabesques had never been seen before or since in Montevallo. Yet, the joy in Elaine’s eyes amid the twirling and jumping will be what I will always remember and cher-ish. Marty Everse

Thinking back over the years, I have many memories of Elaine. The most recent connection we had was serving on the Montevallo Main Street Players Board. She served two terms as President of MMSP and I was the Board Secretary for both of those terms. She carried the Board through several important decisions. She was always gracious and thorough even with me sending the minutes to her for her to check.

Kittye Keener

When I started with the Montevallo Main Street Players, one of the first people that had influence on me was Elaine. I first looked at MMSP as just “community theater.” Elaine had great influence on me in realizing it was more than that, it was to her a part of the Fine Arts. It was our job as the board to bring the Fine Arts to the community. Her love for the Arts and what it meant to her will always play an inspiration to me for community theater.

Tracy Webster, Past President MMSP

Elaine Hughes, Montevallo Main Street Players’ Steel Magnolia, was a strong Southern woman: an actress, educator, women’s rights and arts education advocate, and a friend to so many. She could move moun-tains with her passion, dedication and tenacity for making a difference in our world. The Montevallo Main Street Players (MMSP) is very for-tunate to have had Elaine as a charter member and active participant -- onstage and behind the scenes.

Being on the boards with Elaine guaranteed her fellow actors a collab-orative spirit, quality character work, creative ideas, literary expertise, and one-hundred percent dedication to each show. Her memorable role as Truvy in STEEL MAGNOLIAS is an example of the many facets of Elaine Hughes. So much of the dialogue in this staple Southern play describes our dear friend, Elaine. She was fabulous, resilient, charis-matic, humble, and vibrant. Her enthusiasm was contagious. When we received a call from Elaine, whether in reference to arts education or MMSP, we knew an exciting project and challenging experience lay in waiting. We could not resist jumping onboard to help her achieve her many goals. When working with Elaine, it became abundantly clear she subscribed to the notion that “an ounce of pretension is worth a pound of manure.”

Elaine had a talent for making all her friends and colleagues feel spe-cial. Her charming voice, sparkling eyes, and delicate, expressive hands conveyed a kindness and love for the people and causes that made up her world. “We enjoy being nice to each other…. When somebody needs something, I want to be there for them.” Like Truvy and her friends, Elaine had that gift and could work more than a “little magic” on everything she touched.

Because of her wit, intellect, sense of humor, and generous spirit, Elaine’s tour de force had to be her ability to make everything we did with her fun and inspiring. As we look back on the wonderful times spent with her on and off stage, we can hear her speak Truvy’s line, “Laughter through tears is my favorite emotion.” Elaine brought us joy, opportunities, challenges, hope, and plenty of laughter, so It is difficult to imagine our world without this remarkable Steel Magnolia who has touched thousands of lives through the many roles she played in her glorious life. Elaine Hughes lives on in family, friends, students, and all who have had the honor of knowing and working with her.

A light has gone out on the stage of the Montevallo Main Street Play-ers, but a new star is shining in heaven – we only have to look above. Elaine, “you have no idea how wonderful you are.”

Sharon Morgan and Pat Yates

IN MEMORY OF ELAINE HUGHES

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Most motorists respect cyclists on public roads, but there are still ways to help minimize the chance that you are involved in an accident with a cyclist. Follow these tips to safely coexist with your bicycle-riding neighbor.

Acknowledge Bicyclist Vulnerability – Compare the weight of a car (2 tons or 4,000 lbs on average) and a bicycle (20 lbs). The car weighs 200 times more than the bicycle. Tim Blumenthal, with the bicycle advocacy group People for Bikes states, “In any collision, any physical interaction between a car and bike, the bike always loses.”

Know Bicyclists Rights – In Alabama bicyclists in the roadway are considered vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as cars. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) writes, “Yield to bicyclists as you would motorists and do not underestimate their speed.”

Maintain a Positive Attitude – Motorists can tend to think of cyclists as in the way. Drivers who get impatient with bicyclists tend to perceive riders as objects instead of humanizing them. Instead, imagine that rider as your friend or neighbor before you become irritated.

Yield if in Doubt – as slow as cyclists can seem, a bike can easily reach speeds of 15-25 mph. After a collision with a bicycle the driver often says he didn’t realize the cyclist was going so fast. If in doubt, always YIELD.

Give Cyclists 3 Feet – Alabama law dictates “For purposes of a vehicle overtaking and passing a bicycle, a safe distance shall mean not less than three feet.” It’s best to pass slowly and smoothly, because the tendency to suddenly speed up to pass can be quite unnerving for the cyclist.

Look Around – Many drivers who have hit cyclists say the same sobering thing: “I never saw him before I hit him.” Being aware of what is on the road, expected and unexpected, will reduce the use of this harrowing phrase.

Accepting Bicycles – Bicycles are here to stay. Coincidentally, Montevallo and bicycles are both celebrating their bicentennial this year. It’s time to make peace with them, for everyone’s safety.

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Over spring break, Montevallo Middle and Montevallo High School choral programs received wonderful news. Mrs. Cissy Johnson, choral teacher at both schools, applied for a grant for each of these programs and both have been awarded a grant from the Alabama Power Foundation’s Power to Play Arts program.

Although Mrs. Johnson just arrived in Montevallo this past August, she has not only applied for and received these grants, but worked to secure uniforms for both programs and a grand piano for the middle school. Mrs. Johnson shares, “Our students are often times unable to participate in optional honor choirs and pay fees due to their own financial constraints. I want our students to have access to the opportunities students in more affluent schools have. Whether that is to pay a choir fee so we have music, purchase a uniform, or attend an honor choir - I want them to have the opportunity.”

A statewide choral group, The Alabama Civic Chorale, is hosting a fundraiser to benefit these programs. It will be on Monday, April 29 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Zapopan in Montevallo. Come out and show your support. Please indicate when paying your bill that you want it to go to the fundraiser.

The community is also invited to attend a free joint concert of these two programs on April 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at the high school.

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BOYS AND GIRLSCLUB NEWS

COMMUNITY MEETING CALENDAREVERY 1ST TUESDAYHistorical Commission, 6:30 p.m., Conference Room at Parnell Library.

EVERY 2ND & 4TH MONDAYCity Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m., City Hall, 5:30 p.m. Work Session

EVERY 1ST & 3RD MONDAYMontevallo Civitan Club, 5:30 p.m., UBC

EVERY 4TH MONDAY MDCD Montevallo Development Cooperative District

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EVERY TUESDAYLadies Bible Study - Community Wide10:00-11:00 pm, Montevallo First Baptist Church Fellow-ship Hall

EVERY TUESDAYBoy Scout Troop 525, 6:30 p.m., Scout Lodge

EVERY TUESDAYMontevallo Community Chorale, 7 pm, Meets in the Choir Room of Davis Hall.

EVERY THURSDAYCub Scout Pack 525, 6:30 p.m., Scout Lodge

EVERY THURSDAYRotary Meeting, noon, Chamber Office, 845 Valley St.

EVERY THURSDAY Open Table (free lunches)For UM Students 11am to 1pmForbes House / 820 Vine St.

EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAYMontevallo Water & Sewer Board Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY MORNINGClothes Giveaway, St. Andrews Episcopal Parish Hall 925 Plowman Street, Montevallo

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With lots of beautiful fun-filled sunny days and a few filled with rainy day fun, April was a great month at the Boys & Girls Club. We celebrated National Boys & Girls Club Week ending with a Scrub-A-Club which left us looking fresh and clean! The first set of curtains were installed which will help with summer heat, make darkening the room for movies possible and (fingers crossed) may even absorb some of the noise which is part of our daily lives with this lively, fun-loving, awesome group of members. We worked hard to honor our parents through various art projects. You can see some of our best efforts at the Parnell Library and City Hall Art Gallery during May and June. We appreciate the Montevallo Arts Council for giving us this opportunity!

Our Youth of the Month for April was Brian Jones, a first-grader at Montevallo Elementary School. Among the many reasons cited by his fellow members for Brian’s selection are; respect, kindness, positive attitude, good sportsmanship, helpful and a real leader. Brian joins Morgan Durden, Owen Dutton, and Colby Walden as those honored this year.

There are a few spots left for Summer 2019 as we explore the world with our “There’s Adventure in Here” theme. Wewill keep us all learning new things, meeting new people, sharing our old favorites all while having FUN!

Call 665-4466 to register a child or to make a donation of your time, talent and resources to help make this all possible.

We will be celebrating 10 years of fun on June 7 from 3 to 6. We would love to see all former members from the past come back for a day of all the old favorites. Dodgeball, wiffle ball, fuseable beads, will all be on tap with current summer campers ready to take on the ‘old-timers’ in epic battles! ALL former members and their families are invited to come back, share good memories and reconnect with our Club.

Are you sure Montevallo has a Boys & Girls Club?”, “Are they still here?”, “Who are all those noisy kids and what do they do at the Park & Rec building every weekday?”, “I wonder how I could make a difference for young people here in Montevallo?”. On May 7 from 4 until 5:30, you can get answers to these and other questions about the Boys & Girl s Club of Montevallo. Come and take a tour, observe (or participate in) some of their favorite activities and enjoy some BGC punch as we open our doors and invite our community to learn more about who we are and the difference we are making right here in Montevallo.

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A RIVER CELEBRATION FOR ALABAMA’S BICENTENNIAL Alabama Water Watch

Alabama officially became the U.S.’s 22nd state on Dec. 14, 1819. This year marks the culmination of a three-year celebration called Alabama 200, led by the Alabama Bicentennial Commission to recognize the people, places, and events that form our rich history. Dr. Bill Deutsch’s recently released book, “Alabama Rivers, a Celebration and Challenge,” which highlights the human history and natural wonders that have defined Alabama, is endorsed by Alabama 200.

The Bicentennial Commission is supporting the development of the Alabama Rivers Curriculum, created by AWW Staff and Dr. Deutsch, and a series of workshops. The curriculum will assist educators to impart Alabama River-related knowledge, inspiration and challenges with young students throughout the state. It is correlated to the AL Course of Study Standards for Social Studies and Science for grades 4-6, but is also applicable to upper grades.

The Alabama Rivers Curriculum Workshops are open to educators including teachers, volunteers, and informal educators. Those who complete the training will be prepared to use the curriculum with their own students and to share it with other educators within their organization. Workshops will range from one to two days depending on location.

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“Take what you need, leave what you can.” That simple thought is the idea behind the Little Free Pantry in front of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church (at the corner of Oak and Plowman streets, across from Montevallo High School). The Pantry, which looks like a miniature church, is mounted on a post. Its red doors are always unlocked, so you can take or supply food at any time day or night.

Little Free Pantries have been springing up across the country as part of a grassroots movement that seeks to address hunger and food insecurity. The LFP movement describes itself as neighbors helping neighbors, offering a community solution to an immediate and local need.

If you want to help stock the pantry, bring non-perishable food items (canned goods, dried milk, cereal, crackers, boxed pasta, and so on). If you need food, help yourself. And while you are there, check out the Little Free Library beside it. Both are sponsored by St. Andrew’s.

Want to put up your own Little Free Pantry? Go to www.littlefreepantry.org to learn how.

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