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Governor to visit Jackson

Gov. Bob Riley will visit Jackson on Feb. 11. He will be at Jackson High School at 9 a.m. and at Jackson City Hall at 11 a.m. The public is invited to visit with the governor at these locations.

JHS Diamond Club hosting annual alumni game

With baseball season on the horizon, the Jackson High School Diamond Club announces the annual alumni game to kick off the season. All alumni are encouraged to take part. The game will be Feb. 9, 1 p.m. at McCants Field. Donations of $20 are appreciated but not required.

For additional information contact Jason Jones, (251) 525- 0574, Dwain Dorman, (251) 387-0727 or Stuart Etheredge, (251) 589-2846.

The Dan Keeton Quartet presents free concert

A free concert will be presented by The Dan Keeton Quartet at the Bassett Creek Baptist Church on Sunday, Feb. 3 at 10 a.m. The church is located at 301 Bassett Church Road in Grove Hill. For further information call 251-275-8063.

SWAIA sponsors poll workers' reception

The Southwest Alabama Improvement Association (SWAIA) announce an upcoming event entitled, "An Evening of Appreciation For Clarke County Poll Workers." The reception is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 3, 4 p.m. at the H.W. Pearce Memorial Park Assembly House in downtown Jackson.

The association pledges their support for and recognition for all current and long-serving poll workers who are so important to the voting process.

Clarke County Voters' Annual Black History Tea is Saturday

H.W. Pearce Memorial Park Assembly House, 500 Vanity Park Drive, Jackson, will be the site of this year's Clarke County Voters' League Annual Black History Tea. This event will be Saturday, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. Mobile Mayor Sam Jones will be the guest speaker.

The theme for 2008 is, "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift called the present." The thought for the day will be, "Learn to dream while you are awake."

Pine City Park update

The Pine City Park Committee is continuing fund-raising efforts for the new Jackson Park. Hand tiles will be made at Gillmore from 4-6 p.m. on Feb. 4. The cost is $25 and they will be used to decorate the new park. Contact Angie Law, 246-0137, for more information.

The committee is planning a Clarke County Idol competition for March 15, 7 p.m. at the Jackson High School auditorium. Registration forms are available from local school counselors or by contacting Karen Donald at 246-4028.

TCDC sponsors events

The Toddtown Community Development Center's annual Beautillion and Cotillion will be April 5. The application fee for girls age 5-10 is $35; young men and ladies who are high school juniors through college sophomores, $75. For additional information contact Claretta James, 246-0440 or Alzaline Grayson, 246- 5897.

RSVP to meet

The Coffeeville RSVP will meet Feb. 5, 2 p.m. at the Coffeeville Nutrition Center. Patricia Smith will entertain by singing. All are invited to attend.

Singing Valentines to benefit RCAC

A group of festive singers will deliver Valentine wishes in song, with a minimum of two songs, Thursday, Feb. 14, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the location of your choice. The troubadours will deliver the singing Valentines to individuals for $20 and $50 for a group presentation. All proceeds will benefit the Regional Child Advocacy Center and are tax deductible.

Order forms are now available at the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, The South Alabamian or by contacting Earline Pearce, 246-4831 or Deloris Fleming, 246-5411. Orders must be received by noon, Wednesday, Feb.13.

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 meetings

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.

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