Community News 9-26-19
Wells/Wigley Reunion
Wells/Wigley Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 28, beginning at 12:00 noon, at Delmar Missionary Church Fellowship Hall. For more information contact Helen at 256-845-0654.
Furgerson and Vaughn Family Reunion
The Furgerson and Vaughn Family Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 28, at Charles and Gaynell Kurke’s home located at 14 Summerour Road, Sylvania, AL 35988. Lunch will begin at 12:30 pm. Bring a covered dish and a drink. For more information call Gaynell at 256-638-9539.
Third Saturday Sunset Cruise In
Third Satruday Sunset Carshow is held in Downtown Fort Payne every third Saturday night from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. This event runs April to October.
Russell Cave Slithery Sliders
Come out to Russell Cave on Saturday, September 28 for the Yarbrough’s Educational Reptile show. Becky Tucker will present a fun-filled learning experience about the reptiles of the area at 1:00 PM CST. Learn how to recognize and identify the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes. If you’re brave enough, you may even get the chance to touch one of the many safe slithery sliders.
Park Superintendent Steve Black invites you to join us for this free program. You can follow our updates and find announcements on Facebook at “RussellCaveNPS”. For more information, contact us at (256) 495-2672.
Harlem Wizards At NSM
The Harlem Wizards will be at North Sand Mountain High School on Monday, September 30. The gates open at 6:00 pm, game begins at 7:00 pm. The Harlem Wizards will take on the Bama Bombers, which will feature NSM School Staff and Community Leaders. Advance tickets are $8 for students and $10 for general Admission. Tickets at the door will be $10 for students and $12 for general admission. Proceeds benefit the NSM Marching Band. For more information call NSM High School at 256-597-2368 or visit www.harlemwizards.com.
Community Health Fair
The DeKalb County Council On Aging will hold a Community Health Fair on Wednesday, October 2, from 8:30 am to 12 noon. This is a free event with vendors, lunch, door prizes, a costume contest, and music. Vision and blood pressure checks will be done as well.
Rainsville First Baptist Church Fall Festival
Rainsville First Baptist Church will hold a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 5 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be a BBQ Cook-off, car/truck/tractor show, corn hole tournament, and vendor fair. The church is located at 223 Church Avenue in Rainsville.
Toys For Tots
The 4th Annual Red Knights MC Alabama 15 will host a fundraiser for Toys For Tots on Saturday, October 5, at the Shiloh Fire Department. Registration for bikes begins at 10:00 am, with kickstands up at 11:00 am. A $20 donation per bike is requested for the ride. All proceeds go to Toys For Tots.
40th Plainview Class Reunion
The 40th Class Reunion of the Plainview Class of 1979 will be the weekend of October 4th – 6th. Classmates have planned a weekend of activities including a lake house meet and greet, golf outing, dinner, school visit, Sunday church service, and Sunday lunch. For specific details, and to help find missing classmate information, visit Plainview79.wordpress.com.
Toys For Tots
The 4th Annual Red Knights MC Alabama 15 will host a fundraiser for Toys For Tots on Saturday, October 5, at the Shiloh Fire Department. Registration for bikes begins at 10:00 am, with kickstands up at 11:00 am. A $20 donation per bike is requested for the ride. All proceeds go to Toys For Tots.
McNew Reunion
The McNew Family Runion will be held on Sunday, October 6, beginning at 9:30 am, at the Lebanon Chapel and Cemetery on County Road 88 in the Lebanon Community. Bring a covered dish, pictures and information. For more information, call Janice McNew at 256-524-2547
2nd Annual Ride For A Drug Free DeKalb
The 2nd annual Ride For A Drug Free DeKalb will be held on Saturday, October 12 at the Tom Bevill Enrichment Center in Rainsville, with kickstands up at 10:00 am. This event is hosted by the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department and Northeast Corner Widows Sons MRA. Cost is $25 per vehicle and $5 for a passenger, this includes lunch and T-shirt. All vehicles are welcome. There will be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, live entertainment, and a Chinese raffel.
The 107th White Family Reunion
The descendants of the late Rev. Daniel Burgess White will host their 107th family reunion on Saturday, October 12 at Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church, with singing beginning at 10:00 am. Please bring old photos and a basket of food. Fort more information contact Shirley White Teal at 256-303-0888.
Back To The Redback
Calling all singers, musicians, and everyday folks that enjoy getting together and singing songs from the “Redback Hymnal”. Back to the Redback Community Connect Group meets each Thursday at 6:00 pm at Broadway’s Faith Chapel located across from Hardees in Rainsville, Alabama. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to fellowship with friends, enjoy good music, and sing praises to God.
Rainsville Girl Scout Troop #10627
The Rainsville Girl Scouts meet each Tuesday at 5:30 pm in the Lions Club Rodeo building beside the Field of Dreams in Rainsville. Call Amie Martin for more information at 256-630-9562.
Senior Bingo
Wills Valley Rec Center will host Senior Bingo (ages 55 and up) on the third Wednesday of each month, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. A meal will be served each week, with the Rec Center providing the main dish and everyone else bringing a covered dish. The center is located at 4220 Godfrey Ave NE in Fort Payne.
Section Church Of God
The Section Church of God, located on 84 Hodge Road, would like to invite all children ages 4 thru 7 to Tiny Disciples Children’s Church each Sunday Morning at 11:00 am. There will be a Bible storytime, crafts, and more led by Director Kelly James. Pastor Gary Nix and church welcomes all.
N.E. Alabama Marine Corps League
The N.E. Alabama Marine Corps League, Detachment 1404, meets at 10:00 am, the second Saturday each month, at 659 Wallace Ave. NE, Fort Payne, AL, 35967. Marines and Navy Corpsmen interested in becoming a member are invited. For more information, contact Commandant Charles Martin at 334-546-6892.
Grief Support Group
Life Hurts…We Want To Help!
At 2:00pm on the 1st Thursday of every month, the DeKalb Baptist Association Office located at 218 Parker Avenue in Rainsville hosts the New Beacon Hospice Grief Support Group. Everyone Welcome. Call 256-574-4622.
Alzheimer’s Association Support Group
The Alzheimer’s Association Support Group holds meetings on the third Thursday of every month. The meetings begin at 11:00 am at the Rainbow City First United Methodist Church. The church is located at 3208 Rainbow Drive in Rainbow City. For more information call Olivia Kendrick at 256-454-4375.
Scottsboro 1st Saturday Cruise-In
The Jackson County Cruisers will host the “Scottsboro 1st Saturday Cruise-In” on the first Saturday of each month, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, around the Courthouse Square. Anyone who registers a car, truck, or motorcycle will be entered in the cash give away drawings, and will also get one entry in the Grand Prize drawing which will occur at the October Cruise-In, but you must be present to win. 50-50 tickets will be sold for a chance to win half the money, the other half goes to Back-Pack for Kids to help feed children on the weekends. Enjoy good music, good food, good people, and Cool Cars. Vendors are Welcome.
Comfort Care Hospice Grief Support
Comfort Care Hospice has grief support meetings every 3rd Wednesday, @ 11:30 am at Comfort Care Hospice office 102 Micah Way Suite 1100, Scottsboro, Alabama 35769. Contact 256-259-0906 for more information.
Narcotics Anonymous Help Line
1-800-230-5109 24-hour Helpline www.neaana.com
Community News 9-26-19
Mountain Valley News (MVN) is your trusted source for weekly hometown news, serving the vibrant communities of DeKalb and Jackson Counties in the heart of Alabama. We're here to bring you the latest stories, events, and happenings, all available conveniently both online and in print.
At MVN, we believe that community engagement is essential. We want to hear from you, our valued readers! Share your opinions, insights, and thoughts on our articles by adding a comment below each story. Your perspective matters, and your comments contribute to the rich tapestry of discussions in our community.
Together, we can foster meaningful conversations and build a stronger sense of community. Join us in shaping the narrative of DeKalb and Jackson Counties. Your voice is important, and we look forward to reading your comments. Let's make our community news a truly interactive experience!
Have a story idea or a topic you'd like to see covered? Feel free to suggest it in the comments or reach out to our dedicated team. We're here to serve you, and your feedback helps us tailor our content to your interests and needs.