Fall has arrived -- at least it feels that way.

The days have gotten shorter, and the mornings and evenings have gotten a whole lot cooler. It’s not often you can be out in the evenings without

wearing a jacket.

But I'm not complaining. I love the cooler weather.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Dreams are illustrations ... from the book your soul is writing about you.”

-- Marsha Norman

BIRTHDAYS

Happy belated 12th birthday to A.J. Campbell, of Seth, on Aug 30. Love, from mommy.

A special belated birthday wish goes out to Kensley White, of Bim, who celebrated her birthday on Sept. 4. Love, from Jagger Castle.

Happy belated birthday to Melissa Long, of Morgantown, formerly of Bald Knob, who celebrated her birthday on

Sept. 5.

Happy belated birthday to Jeremy Walker, of Wharton, who celebrated his birthday on Sept. 7.

Belated birthday wishes go out to Larry “Ozark” White, of Wharton, who celebrated his birthday on Sept. 8.

Happy belated birthday to Abby Sampson, of James Creek, who celebrated her birthday on Sept. 9. Love, from Jagger Castle.

Tim Vance, of Bob White, will celebrate his birthday on Sept. 10.

Happy birthday to Dawn Rita Woods, of Bandytown, on

Sept. 10.

Katie White, of Van, will

celebrate her birthday on Sept. 11.

Happy birthday to Riley Chase Bradley, who will celebrate his birthday on Sept. 11.

Gary Grimes, of Twilight, will celebrate his birthday on Sept. 12.

Happy birthday to Randy Linville, of Van, on Sept. 12.

David Dingess, of Bob White, will celebrate his birthday on Sept. 14.

Birthday wishes go out to Elgena Vanhoose, of Barrett, on Sept. 14.

Connie Brown, of Bob White, will celebrate her birthday on Sept. 15.

ANNIVERSARY

Happy anniversary to Chuckie and Missy Workman, of James Creek, who will celebrate their 17th anniversary on Sept. 12.

Timmy and Vicky Bailey, of Madison, will celebrate their anniversary on Sept. 14.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Daniel and Heather Moore, of Wharton, on the birth of their baby boy, Parker Daniel. Parker was born on Sept. 1 and weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces. We are so happy for you. Love, from David "Mousie," Cara, Garrett, Chandler, Jagger and Maddiex Castle.

CHURCH NEWS

The Star of Bethlehem Freewill Baptist Church at Twilight and its pastor, Rev. Melvin Messer, invite everyone to attend their services Sunday mornings at 10:30, Sunday evenings at 7 and Wednesday evenings at 7. Children's Church is held each Wednesday. The church will have dinner at noon and afternoon service at 2 on the second Sunday of each month. Ricky Bailey drives the church van throughout the community. Anyone who wants a ride to and from church services should call Bailey at 245-8493.

The Star of Bethlehem Freewill Baptist Church at Twilight will have its annual homecoming service on Sept. 13. Scottie Elswick will preach at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon. Seth Bunting and Saving Grace will sing at 2 p.m. Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Melvin Messer at 369-1781 for more information.

COMMUNITY NEWS

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Until next week, take care.