3C Coalition meets Saturday

The 3C Coalition will meet Saturday, June 21, 10 a.m. until 12 noon at the Mt. Olive No. 2 Baptist Church in Jackson. Everyone is invited to attend. Robert Dean is president.

Pee Wee football and cheerleader registration will be June 24

Pee Wee football and cheerleader registration will be offered at Legion Field in Jackson, Tuesday, June 24 from 5-7 p.m. A $55 fee will be required at sign up. Registrants will need to provide a copy of their birth certificate.

Other sign up dates will be July 1, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22 and 26 is the last opportunity to register.

National Safety Month event offered

Free hotdogs and popsicles will be provided at the Jackson Wal- Mart on June 21, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. in recognition of June as National Safety Month. Leaders from the community will be involved in providing fun and information for youth and adults. Safety tips will be provided throughout the month at the store.

For additional information call Wanda Howell or Janger Cartee at 247-7101.

Coffeeville Music Festival to be July 5

The 2nd annual Coffeeville Music Festival will be Saturday, July 5 on Dr. Edwina Hart's property, 21370 Highway 69 South, Coffeeville. Featured entertainers will include the Land Boys, Taylor and Megan Brooks, Mr. Mozingo & Bluegrass Friends, Mt. Zion No. 2 praise team, Taylor Sisters and Mark Courington, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; blues and jazz artists Doktu Rhute Muuzic, formerly Roy Hytower and Steve Perry, 6 p.m. - until.

Food venders will be on site, arts and crafts, activities and games will be available for the children.

Tickets are $25 in advance; $30 at the gate; children 6-12, $5; 11- 16, $10. Tickets can be purchased by calling Bessie Thomas, 251- 276-3785; Brenda Moody, 251- 276-3985; Ben Williams, 251-387- 0785; Janice Cox, 251-276-3495; or Dr. Hart, 251-276-3770 or 251- 769-1168.

Door prizes include a 32 in. color TV and $100 in cash. Presence is required to win. All are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy the day.

Team Grits hosts yard sale

Team Grits will be hosting a yard sale to raise funds for the American Cancer Society on Saturday, June 21, 8 a.m., at the McIntosh United Methodist Church. There will be something for everyone. There are too many items to list, members indicate it's a must see to believe event.

Export seminar to be conducted in Monroeville

The Monroeville/Monroe County Chamber of Commerce, Alabama Tombigbee Regional Planning Commission and Coastal Gateway Economic Development Authority are hosting an Export Assistance Seminar and Luncheon Friday, June 27, on the second floor in the Bank Trust conference room, 60 Hines St., Monroeville from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Speakers will include members of the Export Alabama Alliance.

Discussion points will include: Overseas sales and marketing solutions, customized foreign marked research, export finance, export seminars and workshops, trade missions and shows. Information presented is applicable to all businesses, however, companies with annual revenues of $5,000,000 or higher are most likely to have the capacity to enter foreign markets.

The total value of Alabama exports to foreign markets continues to climb. Those interested in developing foreign markets should plan to attend. Reservations are available by contacting the Monroeville chamber, 251-743- 2879 or e-mail info@monroecountyal.com.

HIPPY Registration at DHR

The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) Clarke County program will host the WOW Mobile on Thursday, June 19, 2008. This traveling activity center will be available to 3, 4 and 5 year olds of parents who would like to enroll in the program for the 2008-2009 year. All HIPPY families may take advantage of this fun learning experience for children.

The WOW Mobile will be available from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the Department of Human Resources in Grove Hill. For further information regarding registration, call the HIPPY office at (251) 275-3149.

Wrap-up for Jackson Relay for Life

The wrap-up for Jackson Relay for Life is today (Thursday), June 19, 5:30 p.m. in the Boise Training Center.

Gospel singing hosted by Magnolia Assembly

Magnolia Assembly of God, located on County Road 29 (Allen Road), 2 miles off Highway 43, will host the Glory Road Quartes, Sunday, June 22 at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.

Benefit trail ride for Sherika Washington

The G-Town Trail Ride of Alma will be a benefit for Sherika Washington on Saturday, June 21, 10:30 a.m. - until. Free food will be available, as well as chances on winning crockpots, microwaves and DVD players. For additional information contact Rages "Plug" Washington at 251-231-0628.

Animal Care and Control Facility Study Group hosts public meeting

The Clarke County Animal Care and Control Facility Study Group will host a public meeting Thursday, July 17, 5:30 p.m. in the commissioners' courtroom. Discussion will be on the feasibility and need of a countywide animal care and control operation. The public is invited to share their questions and concerns.

Possible fall baseball team

All parties interested in ages 9- 12 fall baseball contact Robert Thomas at 251-246-7885, cell 251- 589-3189 or Bud Powell, 251-246- 7093.

Accepting registration for 3-5 year olds

Coffeeville, Fulton, Harper Head Start and Coffeeville Pre-K are now accepting applications for 2008-2009. Children ages 3-5 years of age are eligible.

Registrants must provide the following when applying: Proof of income, birth certificate, Social Security cards of household members, proof of insurance, current immunization record, current physical and two (2) forms of identification showing families living address. Children with disabilities are accepted with documentation of disability (IEP, ISFP, medical documentation).

For additional information contact Coffeeville Head Start (251) 276-0622 or Community Action Agency Outreach Office, Grove Hill, (251) 275-8498.

Deas family reunion June 21

There will be a reunion of all descendants of Alonzo and Walter Deas on June 21 in Jackson. Activities will begin at 10 a.m. at the VFW on Club Wiley Road, the first road on the left after crossing the Tombigbee River when traveling north on U.S. 43.

Those planning to attend are asked to bring a covered dish. All family and friends are invited to attend.

Alonzo and Walter Deas were twins, born in 1867 in Clarke County. Alonzo was father to 11 children: Lula (Dungan), Will, Mamie (Beverly), Bertha (Milstead), Walter, Maynard, Bea (Darawich), Anna Belle (Roh), Edley, Ellis and a deceased infant son. Walter fathered 15 children: John Lester, Malcolm, Mack, Audrey (Robinson, Rainey), Minnie Pearl, Leon Cecil, Sam and eight who are deceased.

Research on these families is continuing, so birth dates, photos or additional family history will be appreciated.

For information contact Gillis Milstead, 1509 McKee Dr., Jackson, AL 36545, (251) 246- 5635; Thomas Beverly, (251) 246- 4931 or Linda Jarrell, (251) 649- 0557.

WSML board meeting

A White Smith Memorial Library board meeting has been announced for Monday, June 23, 4 p.m. in the library conference room.

Social assistance on Wednesdays at Salvation Army

The Salvation Army Social Service office is open on Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m. and 2- 4 p.m. When in need of assistance with food and a variety of other needs, the office attempts to assist where they can. For additional information call 246-5693.

Narcotics Anonymous meeting

Narcotics Anonymous will be meeting Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 302 E. Church St., Jackson.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are conducted in the fellowship hall of Visitation Catholic Church, West Clinton Street in Jackson Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m.

Diabetes Classes

Diabetes classes will be conducted each Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at the Jackson Medical Center. For additional information contact Rene' Forman, RN BSN, 251-246-9021.

Heart of Dixie Collectors Club meets last Monday of month

The Heart of Dixie Collectors Club will meet the last Monday of every month at the Jackson Steakhouse at 7 p.m. in the meeting room. Collectors of all types are welcome in sharing their knowledge and collections.

Some collections may include but are not limited to Indian artifacts, coins, postcards, old paper, books, bottles, advertising memorabilia, etc. For additional information contact Earl Handley at (251) 247-2438.

VBS at Mt. Olive No. 1

Mt. Olive No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church will conduct Vacation Bible School (VBS) June 23-27, 5-8 p.m. The theme for this year's VBS is "Champions Chosen for Jesus." All ages are welcome.