We got a call recently from probably our biggest fan, who lives in Scranton, PA. Scottie Briercame to Huntsville in 1976 as an instructor on the Arsenal, lived here for 8 years, and says to this day the people of Huntsville are the best in the world and he misses living here every single day. He is taking care of his mama, Jane Scott Brier, who will celebrate her 87th birthday in October. We appreciate you, Scottie!
We saw our dear friend Lynne Berryat Trade Day on the Square. She's doing a great job managing Harrison Brothers , and they are getting in new stock daily.
Well, I think we've met the future Mayor of Huntsville. Justin Bzdell, 14 years old and a student at Monrovia Middle School, has been telling his dad John Bzdell for years that his one goal in life is to be the Mayor. He absolutely loves the city and her people, and for a young man shows surprising wisdom. He loves eating at Little Deb's diner with his grandpa Stephen S. Bzdell , who is 87 and lives in Toney. And Justin has some great stories about his grandma, Loudella Shaughnessy, living in the Oak Park area. She is 75 and loves to tell Justin about the old days. We'll have to keep an eye on this ambitious young man!
We hear Chester Huskins of the Golden K Kiwanis is leaving Huntsville to live in South Carolina. We'll sure miss you, Chester!
It was good to see Trice Hinds recently, shopping at Shaver's Bookstore . His family is full of royalty and he has so many interesting stories!
Our good friends Cordy and Mark Fortson will be celebrating their 28th wedding anniversary in October. Happy Anniversary!
We want to send out a special hello to our mailman Jeff Tucker, probably the best in Huntsville! We're very proud of all the hardworking folks who deliver our mail every day.
Many probably remember Rick Carleton , who lived and worked in Huntsville for years in the used car business. He recently found out he had lung cancer, having lived in Missouri for a number of years, and passed away two months after the diagnosis. Our deepest sympathy to Lorene Fish, his mom, and sister Jan.
Betty Gordon's sister Stacie Bramlett was rushed to the emergency room recently and Betty wanted to thank all the kind folks who prayed for Stacie.
It was good to see that handsome Tony Balch, of The Balch Agency , recently. We ran into him at the Chef's Table on South Parkway for lunch one day. He was telling us how happy he is to have recently moved his office to 614 Madison Street, and especially now that it's finally completed!
Ann Price recently suffered a stroke and is recuperating. She has a great caretaker in niece Gale Nichols . We're thinking of you both, get well Ann.
A very exciting pool tournament was held recently at Redstone Village among the residents there. When the Owens' pulled out their gloves and pool cues, wonder if that was intimidating to the other competitors?
We were very sorry to hear of the death of Liz Waggett's mother recently. Ann Casey lived in Satellite Beach, Fl. We send our sympathy to Liz and her family.
Happy birthday to Diane Owens - Hope hubby Ken is planning a huge party for you!
Trade Day this year was great fun and the weather was hot but dry. We talked with Sarah Israel , who got here in 1998 and has 3 grandchildren who all had birthdays in Sep. and Oct. Ollie Gemmel turned 5, Hannah Israel turned 6, and Charlie Israel turned 4. Sarah's friend Judith Elrod has been living in Huntsville for 20 years and loves it here!
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