Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day and developed to honor the Civil War dead, is a day of remembrance for all those who have died in service of the United States of America.
In 1868, Maj. Gen. John A. Logan of the veterans group - Grand Army of the Republic, declared that Decoration Day should be observed on May 30. Gen. Logan’s order for his posts to decorate graves in 1868 “with the choicest flowers of springtime” urged: “We should guard their graves with sacred vigilance. ... Let pleasant paths invite the coming and going of reverent visitors and fond mourners. Let no neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations that we have forgotten as a people the cost of a free and undivided republic."
In 1971 Congress declared Memorial Day as the last Monday in May and to honor all those that died in all American wars and defending freedom.
To ensure the sacrifices of America ’s fallen heroes are never forgotten, in December 2000, the U.S. Congress passed and the president signed into law “The National Moment of Remembrance Act,” P.L. 106-579, creating the White House Commission on the National Moment of Remembrance.
The National Moment of Remembrance encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation.
God Bless America!
Monday, May 25, 2015
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Change of venue for Hueytown High School's graduation: May 21st
The venue for the Hueytown High School Graduation has changed due to a faulty air conditioning system at the Boutwell Auditorium. Graduation will be held at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC), 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd., Birmingham, Al.
The ceremony will be held in the NORTH exhibition halls 1 and 2. Start Time: 2 p.m. CT.
Guests may begin arriving at 1 p.m. and all graduates must be in line by 1:30 p.m CT.
Congratulations to the Class of 2015 and GO GOPHERS!
The ceremony will be held in the NORTH exhibition halls 1 and 2. Start Time: 2 p.m. CT.
Guests may begin arriving at 1 p.m. and all graduates must be in line by 1:30 p.m CT.
Congratulations to the Class of 2015 and GO GOPHERS!
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Univ of Alabama - Early College Credit Program for High School Students
Interested in earning college credit while in high school? JefCoEd is partnering with the University of Alabama Early College's Summer program. This program is for students in grades 9-12 and is available both online and on-campus. Online courses are available 24/7. Partial tuition scholarships are available.
For more information please attend the informational meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 14th from 6-8 p.m. The meeting will be held at the McAdory High School Auditorium. Any 8th grade students and/or parents are also welcome in order to learn more about future opportunities.
Click HERE to view more information or call UA Early College at 1-877-823-8759
For more information please attend the informational meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 14th from 6-8 p.m. The meeting will be held at the McAdory High School Auditorium. Any 8th grade students and/or parents are also welcome in order to learn more about future opportunities.
Click HERE to view more information or call UA Early College at 1-877-823-8759
Hueytown High School Spring Game: May 14th
You don't have to wait until the fall for football! Hueytown High School's Spring football game will be held on Thursday, May 14th. The Spring game will be away at Mountain Brook High School. Hueytown's Varsity and JV will play in the game. The game will begin at 7 pm. Varsity will play the first three (3) quarters and JV will play the final quarter. Mountain Brook High School is located at 3650 Bethune Drive, Mountain Brook, Al. 35223. Go Gophers!
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Hueytown 10K/5K Race - Walk and Fun Run: Saturday May 16th
To all those that said to 'remind me to sign up' - here it is... Its time to sign up now for the Hueytown 10K/5K Race - Walk and Fun Run ! Our race is scheduled for Saturday, May 16th. Start time: 8 a.m sharp. Race Day Registration: 7 a.m. Remember - you do not have to be a runner, walkers are welcome!
You have through May 14th for a reduced registration fee. The race will start and finish at Hueytown Elementary, 112 Forest Road, Hueytown, Al. 35023
Our race is one of the few area Certified 10K runs. All runners/walkers will receive a quick dry technical t-shirt, goodie bag and eligible for after race give-aways!
Early Race Packet Pickup will be Friday, May 15th at Fitness1440 in Hueytown.
Cost:
You have through May 14th for a reduced registration fee. The race will start and finish at Hueytown Elementary, 112 Forest Road, Hueytown, Al. 35023
Our race is one of the few area Certified 10K runs. All runners/walkers will receive a quick dry technical t-shirt, goodie bag and eligible for after race give-aways!
Early Race Packet Pickup will be Friday, May 15th at Fitness1440 in Hueytown.
There are several ways to sign up. You can sign up through:
- Hueytown Race Website: www.HueytownRace.com (download the application and return to the Hueytown Chamber office. Phone (205) 491 - 8039)
- Through Active.com - click here
- Contacting the Race Directors: Lisa Coleman hueytown@alatelco.org or John Lemak johnlemak@charter.net
$ 15 Early
Registration (Expires 4/15)
$ 20
Registration (Expires
5/14)
$
25 Race Day Registration
Fitness1440 - Hueytown:
2801 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
Hueytown, Al. 35023
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Relay for Life - Hueytown: Relay is on May 8th, start time 6 p.m.
This week is the culmination of the Relay for Life events in Hueytown. Please see their Facebook page for additional information.
T-Shirts: The Hueytown area elementary schools have formed a Relay team and are selling t-shirts for their team. They are a beautiful, soft turquoise and sizes are Youth S to Adult 3XL. Contact Normette Spradlin (205) 240-2089 for a t-shirt.
BBQ: Available from Reservoir Hogs competition BBQ team. The menu will consist of pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, chicken on a stick, bacon knots, burgers, hot dogs, chips and soft drinks.
Friday, May 8: Relay begins at 6 p.m. There will be movies, an inflatable castle and food from D's Tamales and Reservoir Hogs. The Luminaria display will be at 9 pm and fireworks shortly afterward.
Need more information? Please contact Matthew Porter, (205) 253 - 9862.
Relay for Life website: www.RelayForLife.org/hueytownal
T-Shirts: The Hueytown area elementary schools have formed a Relay team and are selling t-shirts for their team. They are a beautiful, soft turquoise and sizes are Youth S to Adult 3XL. Contact Normette Spradlin (205) 240-2089 for a t-shirt.
BBQ: Available from Reservoir Hogs competition BBQ team. The menu will consist of pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, chicken on a stick, bacon knots, burgers, hot dogs, chips and soft drinks.
Friday, May 8: Relay begins at 6 p.m. There will be movies, an inflatable castle and food from D's Tamales and Reservoir Hogs. The Luminaria display will be at 9 pm and fireworks shortly afterward.
Need more information? Please contact Matthew Porter, (205) 253 - 9862.
Relay for Life website: www.RelayForLife.org/hueytownal
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Jena Large & Associates: Change of phone number
Jena Large and Associates, LLC provide a variety of financial services for both businesses and individuals. They can assist you at not only tax time but through the year. They are also skilled in the areas of business consultation, payroll and project management.
Jena Large and Associates, LLC
3061 Allison Bonnett Memorial Drive
Hueytown Al. 35023
Office Phone: (205) 491-9557
Fax: (205) 277-9097
Friday, May 1, 2015
Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce Dinner: Tuesday, May 5th
Join us Tuesday, May 5th for the 2015 Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce annual dinner. Theme: "Hueytown - A city of Pride, Progress and Patriotism" Our guest speaker will be Congressman Gary Palmer, Representative 6th District of Alabama and our Emcee will be Janice Rogers of WBRC-TV Fox 6
During the course of the evening we will also present our community awards for the: Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Ellen Northcutt Educator of the Year and Scholarship.
Dinner tickets - Individual: $ 30
- Table of 8: $ 220
Questions? Please contact Rebecca at the Chamber: (205) / 491 - 8039
Hospitality Hour/Reception: 6 p.m.
Dinner: 7 p.m.
Location:
North Highlands Baptist Church
15th Street Road
Hueytown, Al. 35023
During the course of the evening we will also present our community awards for the: Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Ellen Northcutt Educator of the Year and Scholarship.Dinner tickets - Individual: $ 30
- Table of 8: $ 220
Questions? Please contact Rebecca at the Chamber: (205) / 491 - 8039
Hospitality Hour/Reception: 6 p.m.
Dinner: 7 p.m.
Location:
North Highlands Baptist Church
15th Street Road
Hueytown, Al. 35023
Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting: Outdoor Power Equipment of Hueytown, Friday, May 1
We welcome Outdoor Power Equipment of Hueytown to the Hueytown Area Chamber of Commerce! Join us in celebrating their business at their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Friday, May 1 at 11 a.m. Brent and Sherry Handley provide a great service and are here to help you with all your spring and summer power equipment needs. They are located at 1931 27th Avenue, Hueytown, Al. 35023 (at the Y).
Outdoor Power Equipment of Hueytown
1931 27th Avenue
Hueytown, Al. 35023
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