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10/18/2025

Happy Saturday from Up river!!

Don't forget it's Talladega Weekend just s reminder.

Congrats to Pell City Football on a great homecoming win!!

Also follow and share the new Friends of PCACC page...some great new stuff going on!!

Food this week well it was The Pell City Steak House for the win for me, that BBQ baked chicken was so tinder it must melts. There truly wasn't a bite left!!

Get out an enjoy today!! There is finally much needed rain on the way with a cold front behind it so it is for sure going have a different feel the next few days. Here are some suggestion:

1. Camp Winnataka's Pumpkin Patch located at 260 Winnataska Road, Pell City today will have games, face painting, gem mining and Pumpkins!!

2. Wattsville Fire Department- 12-5pm today is having a fall festival. FREE Food, drinks, bounce house and FREE SMOKE ALARMS.

3. Grand Opening!! Relics & Roses- 3045 Old Coal City Road, Pell City from 10am to 6pm. This is a new event venue opening so it be cool to go and get a first look!

4. Yard sales!! Fox Hollow is having their community wide yard sale today and tomorrow!! Also saw a yard sale sing off Dickie Drive going into Seddon.

5. Turner Family Farms don't forget they are open for business!! They have also added The Gathering Cup coffee shop right there on location, this is some great coffee!!

As always if you know of something, post it!! If the kids did something great, share it!! And if there is someone in the community who has done something good, honor them!!

Happy Saturday from the EXIT Coosa River Realty team!!

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09/27/2025

Happy Saturday from well Hatchett Creek this morning. Yep it's that time of year in to get the work days in for the hunting club.

What a great week this week that we got blessed with some much needed rain!!

Food wise this week, I had to have a big home made burger so while in Lincoln I stopped by Half Time's and man the Big Lincoln was worth every calorie!! Also the new Mexican restaurant La Luna is open AND The The Tiki Hut has reopened for Saturday.

Also if your in town stop by and support The Grove if you want a light smoothie, salad or a healthy sweet treat, this is your place!!

So here you go, get out and do something this weekend, there is plenty:

1. The TIKI Hut- Skiers Marine Boat Show
Boat show is 10am to 3pm
Restaurant open 9am to 4pm
Tiki Hut 11am to 4pm

2. Homestead Hollow Fall Festival- open from 9am to 5pm today and tomorrow. Adults are $10, no pets allowed. Live entertain, arts, crafts, vendors and food. This is always a good time.

3. Alabama Butterbean Festival- 8am to 4pm
This event is located at 7433 Quail Ridge Dr, Pinson
I mean I know it's not local but who doesn't love a good butterbean :)

4. Howard Family Farm- 3706 Moody Parkway, Moody
Fall Fest & Pumkin Patch is open!! let me say wow at the pumpkins they have!!

What to give a shout out to a local. landscape Supplies if you are looking for some beautiful Mums to get that porch looking perfect for fall, they had some of the largest beautiful ones I've seen!! Located at 45920 Highway 78, Lincoln stop by and take a look and support local!!

Don't forget upcoming next week is BOO BASH so get online at Boo Bash on LML 2025 and register!! Stop by and see us by land and water.

As always, if you know of something, post it, if the kids or someone in the community did something great, honor them!! And Support your local businesses!!

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08/30/2025

Happy Saturday from up river!! The weather today is going to be amazing!!

I do want to start with saying Happy Anniversary to do to my loving best friend, biggest support and rock Jeff Greene, happy 22 years my love!!

Congratulations to both Pell City Panthers and Lincoln Bears on great wins last night!!

OK lots to know and do this weekend:

1. This morning from 8 to 1 Rachel Spates is having an amazing yard sale at 70 White Way Drive, Cropwell, you could even hit this by boat!! Rachel Jefferson Spates

2. LAST CALL at the Tiki hut!! After Monday it will next summer until you get that amazing burger and tiki drinks! They are having bands this weekend and last call today will be the end of the Bama game. The Tiki Hut

3. The 43 Rodeo but on by Broken Arrow Rodeo- guys this is a great thing that raises money for local scholarships.
7pm inside the St. C lair County Arena in Odenville. Cash only at the gate.
Vendors, Western Apparel and tack, mechanical bull and so much more!! Broken Arrow Rodeo Productions

4. The Nashville Road Show- CEPA for more info but lots of great music at the Pell City Sports Complex. Starts at 530 pm to 10 pm today!! Go enjoy some amazing music lake front!

5. Pirate starting at 830am to 11am today will have breakfast!! Happy Hour 2-6 with Game day Specials. Live music Sunday starting at 3-6pm. Got to get those burnt ends, they were great!!

Mid 80's, sunshine and no rain...get out and enough the world around you...of course there will plenty of places with football on today!

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08/16/2025

Happy Saturday from up River!!!!

You made it, it's Saturday!!

Let me start by saying happy birthday to 2 of my favorite Pell City people Anna Emerick and Tamra Butterfield!! Hope you to have an awesome day!!

OK food this week well I had a craving for donuts so I visited Brian over at daylight donuts and go a cinnamon twist..MAN those are amazing!! Then I had to check out all excitement of Licking Good Donuts over in Lincoln...let's just say now I remember why I had to loose 70 pounds. Stop in and support both these local guys you will not regret it!

SHRIMP BOIL TODAY!! Wade over at Butt's to go let me know his Moody location will be having a shrimp boil today!!

So here's what's up today:

1. Lincoln Summer Concert Series- last one!! Deputy 5 will be playing!! Starts at 6pm, completely free!! Bring some chairs- 722 Magnolia St, Lincoln.

2. POKER RUN!! Registration starts at 1030 to 1130 at Pier 59!! Benefits the Logan Martin Civitan club!! I hear Rodney's Marine will have some great boats to check out!

3. Docks Bar and Grill is open at 10am for Saturday Brunch!! Check out the menu on their FB Page

4. MOVING Sale!! 27 Mimosa Row, Pell City

5. Aztecas Mexican Grill has breakfast today and tomorrow starts at 730 am to 1030am!!

Upcoming- Go on FB and check out the Boo Bash on LML 2025 page, it's coming up quick!! October 5th...can't wait to see those costumes!!

And you mud riding, hill climbing side by side folks, TOP Trails OHV Park has party in the park next weekend with some killer bands!!

As always if you know of something post it!! If the kids did something great, honor them!! Also if you have up coming events send them to me, so glad to put them in on the Saturday post.

NEED Unsung hero nominees!! We really need community help to get it going so if someone around makes a difference in your life PLEASE let us know!

Check us out at EXIT Coosa River Realty, we have some amazing open houses going on this weekend!!

Happy Saturday from The EXIT Coosa River Realty Team!!

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08/09/2025

Happy Saturday from well Talladega Creekside this morning.
Talladega Creekside Resort

We decided to get one last float trip in, we absolutely love this place! There are cabins you can rent so its great to get some friends together, float, cookout and just enjoy some fellowship.

Also to through some food in there right up the road you MUST try Big Daddy's BBQ. It is amazing burgers, bbq and the fixings!

So here is what is going on to:

1. The Black Jacket Symphony will be at the CEPEA tonight at 730pm doing Jimmy Buffett. They do an amazing job so this should be a great show!

2. World's Longest yard sale!! This is always an adventure! Starting around Gadsden I have found some great stuff over the years!!

3. 2025 Alabama Jeep Jam & Ducked up Competition today- 6755 Curry Station Road, Eastaboga

4. LARGE CAR SHOW happening today at the Shops of Grand River

5. Courtyard Pell City will have live music this afternoon starting at 5pm!!

Just a reminder coming up next weekend is Logan Martin Civitan Club 15th annual Poker Run- Register at Pier 59- yall look up Pier 59 on FB miss Deb has all the info!!

Turner Family Farms is looking for seasonal help if you are looking for a side job or have a kid looking.

Also Boo Bash is coming up and registration is open if you want to be part of it from land.

As always, if you know something post it!! Honor the kids!! And most importantly smile and enjoy the day!!

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07/19/2025

Happy Saturday from up River!!

What a week, I'll be honest I'm no even sure if I remember any Coldplay songs sssoo guess I'm safe on that one..ha ha

I do want to say thank to Greg Crump for your years of service to our community, wishing you well on your next chapters!!

Both Pell City and Lincoln football teams have been working hard in this heat so I'm excited to see all their hard work payoff this year, hard to believe we are just a few weeks from school.

So food this week well date night I had the Asian wings at The Tavern at The St Clair which were surprising hotter than I expected but very good.

I do want to suggest B's Grill also on Hwy 34...man everything is good there and that baked potato is more than I can eat!!

So here we go, what to do:

1. Pell City Bulls on the Lake!! At the sports complex, gates open at 5pm, $20 tickets and bull riding starts at 8pm. (as a person married to a prior bull rider I love these!!)

2. Watermelon Festival!! Howard Family Holiday Farm starting at 9am. Crafts, food trucks, vendors and a ice cream eating contest!! Located at 3706 Moody Parkway, Moody

3. Lincoln Summer Concert Series tonight!! Free event starts at 6pm located at 722 Magnolia St, Lincoln. Night Train starts at 6pm. Food trucks will be there so bring a chair and enjoy!

YARD SALES today!
328 Taylors Farm Dr, Lincon, AL
38 Lakeview Lane, Talladega, AL
Twin Oaks Neighborhood Yardsale- Cove Landing St Pell City

Guys get out, create memories, laughter is good for the Soul!!
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06/28/2025

Happy Saturday from up River!!!

LOTS of stuff going on and info today..

First Congratulations to Keith Clements and Ginny Lou..it's wedding day! Happy 40th Ben Bludsworth!!

If you missed it as part of a restocking program there were 20,000 largemouth bass released into Lake Logan Martin yesterday!!

so lots to do today!!
1. Dam Palooza- starts at 11am, come tie up at the dam and enjoy live music from 90 Proof and DJ-IV.

2. 2nd Annual Rodeo & Rhythm at Greensport- 130 Greensport, Ashville. Doors open at 5pm for rodeo, Rodeo stars at 7pm. Music to follow after.
Justin Jeansomme playing- he opens for Red Cay Straights!!!!

3. Lincoln Summer Concert Series starts at 6pm in Randolph Park
Free event!! Tonight featuring Stay Tuned (one of my personal favs) bring a chair or a blanket enjoy win prizes while enjoying an awesome band!!

4. Bella Vista Winery Grand opening!! Opens today at 11am- 1155 Walkers Crossing, Pell City
Go enjoy a wine tasting and some snacks

5. Rushing Springs Baptist Church is having a big in door yardsale!! 9796 Stemley Rd, Lincoln

I'm sure there is more so feel free to add but 4th of July line up:

July 3rd- Clear Creek and Back The Back Porch Restaurant on Logan Martin starts at dark

July 4th- City of Pell City at dark (always a big deal) over at the city park...amazing by water to see all the boats!

City of Ashville at the square is having fireworks at dark but also starting at 3pm food trucks and vendors down town

Greensport Marnia fireworks at 9pm

July 5th- River's Edge Marina and Tiki Hut starting at 630pm will have live music and fireworks at 9pm

Lincolns Lincoln's Landing at 9pm- tune into to 94.1 FM The River for music with the show

I do not have the info for the Stemley Bridge show so if you do please post!!

SO MUCH TO DO!! Get out and enjoy yourself and happy Saturday from the Exit Coosa River Realty Team!!

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06/21/2025

Happy beautiful sunny Saturday from up river!!

Who is excited today to get today and just enjoy the day?

First today I want to say good luck to Garrett and Graham Knight of the PCHS Fishing team, they are heading out to Oklahoma to represent in Nationals. Best of luck boys and lines tight!!

Other exciting news, Blue i Eatery just announced they will be opening in the Betty's Cafe location in Lincoln. A little remodeling and they will open, welcome back guys!!

Congrats to Justin Burns as the new superintendent of Pell City Schools, I've had the pleasure in Leadership St. Clair County spending time with Mr. Burns and he brings some great energy!!

Food wise- if you are out and about this morning swing by Aztecas in Pell City and check out there breakfast!! The 27th they are teaming up with the Houston Project and Aztecas are teaming up to feed Veterans and first responders, what a great thing!! So let's so them some love!!

As far as events this weekend is kind of slow but next week...WOW more stuff to do than you can get in!!

So today from 7-10 at go to Pier 59 and check out live music with Aslen Weaver- she is fantastic!!

Multiple family yardsale at 101 Illamo Circle, Pell City

Talladega Creekside is having a family funday!! So go grab a tube and enjoy- 760 Lake Whitland Dr, Talladega (one of my favorite things to do!!

Go enjoy a beautiful day!! As always if you know something post it! and happy Saturday from the Exit Coosa River Realty Team!!

Next Saturday heads up:
Lincoln Summer Concert Series
Dam-palooza (heard this will be a big event this year)

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06/14/2025

Happy Saturday from well Fort Morgan this morning. Quick trip for the Greene household.

1st I want to say I was sad this morning to hear Betty's Cafe in Lincoln will be closing on June 20th, I just loved their Almond Joy coffee....make sure you swing by before they close and give it a try!!

Food wise this week for date night we rode down to the Porky Pirate but unfortunately didn't get to try it, still excited about trying it, I've heard good this.

I would suggest if your out on the water stop by and don't forget Piece of the Pie next store. Defiantly some great choices down river!! Also don't forget about The Ark, great seafood but that burger is my fav!!

If your out and about on land I saw a few yard sales going including one at 130 Fish Trap Dr, Cropwell.....stop by and tell miss Angie hello!!

So here is what's going on today:
1. 16th Annual Riverside Poker Run- Register at Riverside Landing starts at 1 cards due back by 2.

2. Courtyard Pell City will have The Jake Dial Band today 6-9pm

3. GBAHB Poker run- out of the Tiki Hut down on Rabbit Branch. Check in at 10am starts at 11am till 4pm. There is also an after party from 4-6pm (tell JK we sent you :) )

4. Pell City 2nd Saturday Cruise in starts today at 5pm located at the movie theater.

Stay tuned this week for 2 unsung hero's, one from Pell City and one from Lincoln. These are people in our lives that are just good people that make a difference in the lives around us. Just your everyday person who sometimes not knowingly spread some real awesomeness in everyday life!

As always if you know of something post it!!

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04/12/2025

Happy Saturday from up river and it's Masters Weekend!!

This means the golfer's at my house will be egg salad, pimento cheese and hitting golf balls all over my yard saying how they should have went pro 🤣

So if you are not a golfer according to Spann the man its going to be a day of sunshine but definitely grab a light jacket!! Let's get to it:

1. Lincoln Summer Concert Series starts today at Randolph Park (over by Betty's). Gates open at 5pm and Gold City starts signing at 6pm. This is a premier gospel group! There will be food trucks like The Classic Melt so you can have dinner and a show. Event is free, just bring your chairs and enjoy!

2. Plant Sale- 830am to 1230pm today at Pell City Recreation Hall, 414 19th St South, Pell City brought to you by St. Clair County Master Gardeners

3. Sunday- April 13 from 11am to 4pm is 2nd Sunday Vendor Palooza, 6755 Curry Station Rd, Eastoboga. This event will have pop-up vendors, arts and crafts, woodworking and more.

4. Art on the Lawn at Heritage Hall Museum located in Talladega. live music, food and art! Starts at 11am today until 3pm

5. Hot Rods & Handlebars Car Show- starts at 10am to 2pm today located at 223 Wolf Creek N, Pell City

Yard sale alerts today:
1. Downsizing Barn Sale 8am to 4pm at 335 Killough Lane, Talladega (I'm going to have to check this one out!)

2. Big Yard sale started at 7am today- 314 19th St S, Pell City

3. 154 Chloe Dr, Lincoln

Food this week:
Honestly I've been wanting some good ole BBQ so my pick this week is going to be the Shack up on 34, sometimes there is just nothing like a good side of the road hole in the wall kind of place.

I did get the pleasure of meeting the owner and taking a tour of the new Black Tulip coming to Lincoln this week. They have some wonderful ideas and I'm super excited to see it all come together. I'll have more updates.

Lastly stay tuned this week, there may just be an Easter Egg Hunt you want to know about!

Still need more Unsung hero's so pm me with those or text 205-901-3352.

As always, if you know something post it!! If the kids did something great, post it, we would love to honor them with you!!

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04/05/2025

Happy Saturday from up River!!

It's going to be a beautiful day and there is lots going on!!

First I want to say all our prayers and thoughts are with you all the folks at Blue i Eatery, very sad news watching all the hard work come to an end.

So let's start with food today
1. Coosa Cafe & Creamery- I got the pleasure of stopping by this weekend for treat! That Apple Oatmeal cookie was off the chain! They are offering more than just sweets, they are featuring a breakfast and lunch menu!! Work the stop at the corner of Rabbit Branch Road!

2. Kami Thai Sushi & Fusion- now open at the Publix shopping center. We tried it last night and the Chicken Fried Rice was great, really great flavor! The fam had the Rainbow Rolls and said it was fresh and amazing.

3. Butts to Go- after a little set back Wade and the crew are back up and running and having a Crawfish & Shrimp Boil today starting at 10 am!

So here are some things to do today:
1. Logan Martin Lake Clean Up- Locations
Lakeside Park, Clear Creek Marina, Riverside Landing, Wood's Surfside, Blue I Eatery, Coosa Island Marina- If you love the lake let's keep it clean!!

2. Spring Clean up for Pell City Residence- from 7am to 6pm today and tomorrow 1pm to 5pm- you will have the chance to get rid of those unwanted items- over at the street department Roll off dumpsters will be available. Check The City of Pell City fb page for what is accepted and all details.

3. Community Easter Egg Hunt- Lakeside Park- this event is schedule tomorrow from 3 to 430, hosted by the Pell City Parks & Rec. I know the weather may be wet so check any updates on their fb page.

4. Are you a motorcycle rider? Join the Wings of Gold Pell City Chapter today for a benefit ride, all proceeds go to Pell City Boys and Girls club. Registration starts at 10am at 405 19th Street South, Pell City. Cars are welcome to!

5. Lincoln Alabama Family Day starts at 9am today 1584 Hollys Hills Road, Lincoln
Games and fun for all the kids with concessions.

6. Pickle Ball Clinic today starting at 9am and 1pm the St. Clair Count Alabama Event Center- 498 Arena Dr, Odenville

7. Spring Festival 9am to 4pm- 41188 US Hwy 411, Ashville
at the Carter's Country Store. Arts, crafts and more.

Few other things to know- Lackey Muffler's has moved to 20 Meadow Springs Road, Pell City

If you are looking for a yard sale today check out 2539 Old Coal City Road- tell Ms. Nelda Manning I said hey!

Lot's coming up next week including the kick off of the Lincoln Summer Concert Series!

Personal Note- Talladega Association of Realtors has opened applications for their scholarships until April 25th.

We are taking nominations for Unsung Hero- this is to honor those around us that make everyday life brighter. All you need to do is send me a pm with nomination and a number to reach you to get some info. This will start back in May.

As always if you know of something please post in!

Enjoy that day and happy Saturday from the Exit Coosa River realty Team!

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01/18/2025

Happy Saturday from up river!! Little late posting today but got some much needed rest this morning.

So what's in everyone's mind this week is snow...Span the man just posted we are on the line for that 1-2 to 2-4 inch range. As a girl born and raised here in Alabama I can tell you for sure no one really knows!! BUT one thing is for sure it's going to be brutal cold...so drip water, keep the heat on, wrap the pipes, go to the store and check on your neighbors!!

School wise Prom tickets for both Pell City and Lincon are available to purchase, along with year books.
Congratulations to Malik Watts of the Pell City Wrestling team on his 150th win..WOW

Lincoln High School is asking for donations of Professional Attire for some students so check out there FB page and help if you can.

Congratulations to Pell City's Emory Cox for being appointed to Donlad Trumps staff!!

So let's get to it here are some things to do today:

1. Do your farewell post on Tik Toc...tomorrow is the day

2. Go visit the animal shelter in Pell City, I was able to take a personal tour yesterday and ask questions, and play with some puppies while I was there. I post them because if you have questions and concerns why not just see it.

3. Poor House Branch Marina is having a boat show today!! Stop by until 5pm

4. There is a Dolly look alike contest tonight at The Dew Drop In in Margaret, that might be a good laugh, starts at 8pm

5. Food wise, we tried Giovanni's in Sylacauga last night...WOW guys this place was incredible!!

6. Southern Trade Days Lincoln happening now at Talladega Speedway until 430. Vendors, Food, Live Music and Kids Entertainment.

As also if you know of something post it!! Not just events but if you know of something to highlight our kids, local business or food please share!! These post are all about sharing and support!!

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