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The saying goes that April showers bring May flowers. While Chilton County did receive a good amount of rainfall in April, it didn’t compare to the month of May. One resident, on Thrash Road in Clanton, recorded 17 days of rain for the month, along with 11.21 inches of rain. The ground was saturated and there were reports, from around the county, of fallen trees over roadways and in yards when the wind was blowing.
The above tree fell causing damage to a privacy fence in Clanton. Justin Gentry of Chilton Weather has a complete listing of his area reporting this week and shows his weather station in the Union Grove community recording a total of 13.65 inches for the month of May.
As June begins, residents are hoping for sunshine that will bring forth lots of blooming flowers and perfect weather for the upcoming Peach Jam Jubilee on June 13 and 14. See Page 9 of our printed edition this week where the City of Clanton has listed the events that will take place.
Derric Scott Has
Program June 19
At Jemison Library
Derric Scott, of the Chilton County Historical Society, will be at the Jemison Library on Thursday, June 19 from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. You are invited to take a walk back in time with amazing stories of the people and places throughout the county. It will be an evening of facts and fun folk tales. You can bring your questions, pictures and friends.
Peach Festival
Art Show Will Be
June 19 Through 26
The annual Roy Wood Peach Festival Art Show will be held from Thursday, June 19, through Thursday, June 26, at River Bank & Trust. This competition gives all interested artists in Chilton County the opportunity to let their works been seen by the community. The subject matter of these works may pertain to the peach industry or a subject of your choosing. The entry must be an original, cannot be a copy, and must not have been entered in this show before.
The works of art will be received at the bank in downtown Clanton on Wednesday, June 18, from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. You are asked to take entries to the parking lot entrance. Drawings, watercolors, pastels, and any works on paper must be matted, framed and complete with wire ready to hang. You may enter one or two works in the competition.
There will be Junior and Senior divisions. Prizes will be $100.00 for First Place; $75.00 for Second Place; $50.00 for Third Place; and $25.00 for Honorable Mention. Arrangements must be made to pick up your paintings on Thursday, June 26, by 2:00 p.m.
Annual Peach
Run June 21
The 21st Annual Cornerstone Fitness & Wellness Peach Run will be held Saturday, June 21, beginning at 7:00 a.m. The run begins at Cornerstone and follows a route through downtown Clanton. There will be a one mile fun run/walk, 5K and 10K events. Overall male and female 5K/10K winners will receive a $100.00 prize.
To register go by Cornerstone during business hours at 110 Baker Avenue in Clanton. You may also register online at www.runsignup.com and search for Cornerstone Peach Run. The cost is $35.00 prior to May 31. After that day, the price increases to $40.00. The one mile run is $20.00 until May 31 after which it increases to $25.00. If you have any questions about the race, email cornerstonepeachrun@gmail.com.

Various fruit stands and markets around the county are selling the famous Chilton County Peaches. This Early Rich May variety of peach was grown at Mountain View Orchards in Jemison. Homegrown peaches and strawberries are available throughout the county.
Annual Peach
Cook-Off June 14
At Jefferson State
The 2025 Chilton County Peach Cook-off will be held Saturday, June 14, at 10:00 a.m. at the Clanton Conference and Performing Arts Center at Jeff State. The event will be hosted by the City of Clanton, Clanton City Arts Council, and the Chilton County Extension Service.
Categories will be Sweet and Savory. Divisions will be Adult, ages 19 and over, and 4-H Youth, ages 9-18. One winner will be chosen from each category, per division. Participants will drop off their dishes and there will be no formal program this year. The winners will be announced on stage at 3:00 p.m. at the Peach Jam Jubilee.
Entry fee is $15.00 per entry and the registration deadline is June 9. To register go to www.aces.edu/go/peachcookoff25 or call 205-280-6268 for more information.
Qualifying Begins
June 10 For
Municipal Elections
The City of Jemison and Clanton's Municipal Elections will be Tuesday, August 26. All election information regarding deadlines, candidate qualifications and more are available on the Jemison official website, www. jemisonalabama.org. To find detailed information on Clanton's election, simply visit the homepage, www.clantonal.gov. and click on the 2025 Municipal Election tab.
City officials of Jemison and Clanton are committed to ensuring a smooth and transparent electoral process. Officials encourage all eligible citizens to verify their voter registration status and make necessary preparation to vote.
Candidates may begin qualifying at Jemison and Clanton City Halls on Tuesday, June 10 at 8:00 a.m. The last day to qualify to run for a municipal office is Tuesday, June 24 at 5:00 p.m. Contact the office of the Jemison City Clerk at 205-688-4491 with any questions you might have. Contact the office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, at Clanton, 205-755-6840 for more information.
Maplesville and Thorsby will also have elections this year.
Headley
Will Be A
Candidate
Michele Porter Headley will be a candidate for the office of Chilton County Revenue Commissioner in next year’s 2026 election. She is no stranger to the office and currently serves as Chief Appraiser. “I have been in the Revenue/Assessing office for 30 years and been Chief Appraiser for 15 of those years,” she said.
Headley began her employment with Chilton County in the Probate Office 37 years ago while at the same time helped in the Commission Office part-time. “My seven years in the Probate Office helped tremendously with Appraisal as we work hand in hand with them for deeds, filing, etc.,” she said. “My time with the Commission Office helped me learn more about how our local government works.”
She has attended continuing education classes and attended numerous conferences over the years while working in the Revenue Commission office. “I believe in working hard, listening to the community, and making sure every resident receives the respect and service they deserve,” Headley said. “I bring a very strong background in all things regarding this office. I’ve worked in some capacity with all departments within the Revenue Commission office.”
Headley believes for things to run smoothing, you need that understanding because each department is unique and responsible for different things. “I take a very hands-on approach in all aspects of my job and career. I understand fully the revenue and tax laws set forth for this office by the Code of Alabama 1975 and abide by those.”
She has worked closely with Tim Little, the current Revenue Commissioner, who will not seek re-election. “We have worked on multiple projects that will benefit the office. For example, bidding out and working to get Kiosks put into the cities in Chilton County for tag renewals and working towards property collections in the future, transitioning over to a completely different software that would help the office run more efficient, and other upcoming projects that will advance this office. These things will benefit all taxpayers, along with the staff. She also helps complete and stay on task with the yearly revenue/reappraisal budget.
Outside the Revenue Commission Office, Headley has a passion to serve her county and community. She is an eleven year member of the Clanton Lions Club where she has been the Peach Queen Director for over ten years. She is also a member of the Chilton County Chamber of Commerce, the Republican Women of Chilton County, and also involved with the Chilton Women of Impact.
She is married to Shane Headley and is the daughter of Tommy and Linda Porter. “I grew up in the Pate’s Chapel Community where I am a lifetime active member of Pate’s Chapel Baptist Church. She graduated from Thorsby High School, has two daughters, Brittany and Makenzie, and three grandchildren.
“I look forward to talking to each every one of you,” Headley said. “I would appreciate your prayers, support, and votes. I love my community, career, and have an admiration for our current Revenue Commissioner, along with other officials in the county.” She can be reached at 205-746-4647 with any questions you might like to ask her.
Planning For
Peach Jam
The 20th Anniversary of the Peach Jam Jubilee will be held June 13 and 14 at Clanton City Park. Friday night times will be 5:00 until 10:00 p.m. Saturday times will be from 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. There will be Arts, Crafts, food and fun for all ages. Entertainment will be announced soon.
Applications are now being taken for sponsors and vendors. For more information, contact the Chilton Chamber at 205-755-2400 or visit the website: www.peachjamjubilee.com.
Dates Set
The Clanton Lions Club has announced the Peach Festival Pageant dates. Little Miss Peach, ages 5-8, will be Saturday night, June 21. Young Miss Peach, ages 9-12, will be Monday night, June 23. Junior Miss Peach, ages 13-15, will be Tuesday night, June 24. Miss Peach, ages 16-18, will be Thursday night, June 26.




Clanton Fire
Department
Incidents
May 15, 2025
4th Avenue North and 12th Street-Motor Vehicle Accident
1800 Block Lay Dam Road-Syncope
1000 Block Lay Dam Road-Fire Alarm
2000 Block Lay Dam Road-Fire Alarm
100 Block Camille Circle-Difficulty Breathing
800 Block Logan Road-Allergic Reaction
1400 Block 7th Street South-Natural Gas Leak
10 Block Vinson Place-Stroke
600 Block Lay Dam Road-Motor Vehicle Accident
1700 Block Kincheon Road-Abdominal Pain
May 16, 2025
700 Block Wilson Road-Chest Pain
400 Block Ann Avenue-Medical Alarm
900 Block Dandy Lane-Abdominal Pain
800 Block Golf Drive-Public Assist
Lomax Drive and 7th Street North-Motor Vehicle Accident
2200 Block Temple Road-Structure Fire
100 Block Courtney Trailer Park-General Illness
900 Block Cobblestone Circle-Fall
May 17, 2025
900 Block 6th Avenue North-General Illness
3000 Block 7th Street North-General Illness
I65 212 Exit-Smoke Investigation
100 Block Arthur Drive-General Illness
300 Block City Street-General Illness
May 18, 2025
1600 Block 2nd Avenue North-Medical Alarm
2200 Block Yellowleaf Road-Motor Vehicle Accident
600 Block 2nd Avenue North-Fire Alarm
800 Block Bradberry Lane-Altered Mental Status
May 19, 2025
1200 Block Mallard Drive-Fire Alarm
2500 Block 7th Street South-Altered Mental Status
1800 Block Glendale Drive-Public Assist
100 Block Baker Avenue-Seizure
300 Block Medical Center Drive-Electrical Fire
1400 Block 8th Street North-Unresponsive
May 20, 2025
100 Block Peachtree Lane-Electrical Fire
1300 Block Woodfin Lane-Fall
800 Block Mt. Pleasant Road-General Illness
100 Block Courtney Trailer Park-General Illness
300 Block Medical Center Drive-Fire Alarm
1200 Block 7th Street North-Difficulty Breathing
I65 207 Mile Marker South Bound-Motor Vehicle Accident
I65 206 Mile Marker South Bound-Motor Vehicle Accident
100 Block Maplewood Drive-General Illness
May 21, 2025
2800 Block 7th Street North-Chest Pain
2600 Block Pinedale Road-General Illness
1000 Block 4th Avenue South-Diabetic Emergency
2500 Block 7th Street South-Chest Pain
100 Block Arthur Drive-Chest Pain
100 Block Arthur Drive-Fall
May 22, 2025
300 Block City Street-Extremity Injury
200 Block 3rd Street South-Diabetic Emergency
700 Block Cobblestone Circle-Public Assist
4000 Block 7th Street North-Chest Pain
600 Block Cobblestone Circle-Fall
200 Block Health Center Drive-Public Assist
1500 Block 8th Street North-General Illness
700 Block Logan Road-General Illness
200 Block Health Center Drive-Public Assist
700 Block 16th Avenue North-Allergic
4000 Block Industrial Park Drive-Stroke
1200 Block 7th Street South-Stroke
600 Block Airport Road-Motor Vehicle Accident
100 Block Shennandoah Drive-General Illness
600 Block Cobblestone Circle-Fall
300 Block City Street-General Illness
May 23, 2025
1100 Block Lay Dam Road-Altered Mental Status
2000 Block Lay Dam Road-Fire Alarm
I65 212 Mile Marker North Bound-Motor Vehicle Accident
I65 205 Mile Marker-Motor Vehicle Accident
2100 Block 7th Street South-Fall
100 Block Lilly Street-Abdominal Pain
500 Block Ollie Avenue-Extremity Injury
1100 Block 7th Street North-Smoke Investigation
2500 Block 7th Street South-Unresponsive
May 24, 2025
2600 Block Lay Dam Road-General Illness
300 Block City Street-General Illness
100 Block Park Drive North-Chest Pain
100 Block Pinedale Road-Traumatic Injury
500 Block Park Drive-Syncope
1000 Block Temple Road-Fall
400 Block 14th Street South-Traumatic Injury
600 Block Inverness Drive-Altered Mental Status
May 25, 2025
1100 Block Samaria Road-Chest Pain
I65 210 Mile Marker South Bound-Motor Vehicle Accident
100 Block 1st Street South-Public Assist
40 Block County Road 1021-Stroke
200 Block 15th Street South-Medical Alarm
May 26, 2025
600 Block Pineview Road-Unresponsive
1500 Block 8th Street North-General Illness
1400 Block 4th Avenue South-Assault
1400 Block 4th Avenue South-Assault
1300 Block 4th Avenue North-Chest Pain
May 27, 2025
1100 Block 2nd Avenue North-Unresponsive
100 Block Trilliam Lane-Fire Alarm
1400 Block 7th Street South-Altered Mental Status
May 28, 2025
2100 Block 7th Street North-Syncope
100 Block Shennandoah Drive-General Illness
2500 Block 7th Street South-Chest Pain
May 29, 2025
5200 Block County Road 41-Difficulty Breathing
2500 Block 7th Street South-Chest Pain
200 Block Buck Circle-Difficulty Breathing
900 Block Lumac Drive-Seizure
2000 Block Lay Dam Road-Chest Pain
300 Block Arby Drive-Fall
400 Block Willie Hamilton Road-General Illness
200 Block 2nd Avenue North-Altered Mental Status
May 30, 2025
100 Block Andrew Street-Difficulty Breathing
500 Block 2nd Avenue North-Fire Alarm
May 31, 2025
4000 Block 7th Street North-General Illness
300 Block City Street-General Illness
