First Deer

Matt Justiss got this one the very last day of hunting season, January 31st, 2010. His parents are Scott and Kasi Justiss.

12 Point

Tallassee first grader Jacob Glass, son of Derek Glass and Lyn Wiggins Glass and great nephew of David and Joann Gill, killed his first deer, a 12 point. When asked how he felt he said, "I couldn't breathe."

Nine Point

This was killed by Aubrey Jones on December 7th, 2009. He is the son of Christy and Dwight Jones.

First Buck

Jase Taylor got his first buck, a 4-point at Tuchabatchee, His dad, Trey, was there to assist.

Davis Eli Litton

Shannon and Leah (Davis) Litton are proud to announce the birth of their son, Davis Eli, on November 23, 2009 at Doctor’s Hospital, Columbus, GA, weighing 7 lbs. 15 oz. and measuring 20.5 inches. Grandparents are Kay Davis and the late, Terry Davis. Great grandparents are Mary Ella Davis and the late, James Davis of Tallassee and the late, Allen and June Hicks of Reeltown. Welcoming home Davis is big sister, Laura Katherine.

"Bring Your Wheels" Party

From left to right: Brandon Lundquist, Russell Phillips, Graham Caldwell, Rutland Phillips, Max Moore, Thomas Pollard

James Cooper Crain

Jake and Jennifer (Durham) Crain are proud to announce the birth of their son, James Cooper, on September 24, 2009 at Baptist East, weighing 8 lbs. 5 oz. and measuring 20 inches. Grandparents are Jamie and Catherine Durham and Tom and Jeanette Crain all of Tallassee. Great grandparents are Barbara Durham of Tallassee and Anne McKinnon of Panama City Beach, Florida. Welcoming home Cooper are big sisters, Macy and Milly.

Ansley Elizabeth Rogers

David and Allison Rogers of Montgomery are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Ansley Elizabeth Rogers. Ansley was born October 8, 2009, at 2:40 pm at Baptist East Medical Center East in Montgomery. She weighed 7 lbs. and 3 oz. and was 19 ½ inches long. Proud grandparents are Steve and Debbie Rogers of Tallassee, AL and Lionel and Susan Osborn of Thomasville, AL.

Jase Taylor's 8th Birthday Football Party

October 17th, 2009

From left to right: Cody Mullins, Dylan Turner, Jacob Ingram, Jase Taylor, Ethan Stevenson, Bruin Hathcock, Bry Hathcock

Braylon Lee Rigsby

Abe and Brooke Rigsby are proud to announce the birth of their son, Braylon Lee Rigsby. Braylon was born August 5, 2009, at 7:29 am at Baptist Medical Center East in Montgomery. He weighed 7 lbs 13 oz and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Braylon's proud grandparents are Jimmy and Barbara Yates of Dadeville and Alan and Debra Rigsby of Tallassee. Great Grandparents are Bobby Rigsby and Jeanette Pitchford of Tallassee.

Welcoming Braylon home is his big brother Bryson!

McCaig/Johnston Wed in August Ceremony

Victoria Lynn McCaig and Doctor Bryan Irby Johnston were united in Holy Matrimony on August 1, 2009 at First United Methodist Church in Tallassee, Alabama. The Reverend Glen Pugh officiated at the 6:00 pm ceremony.

Tori is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Delmar Lee McCaig, junior of Tallassee, Alabama. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. James Russell Davidson of Hueytown, Alabama and the late James Hoyt Dawson and of Mrs. Delmar Lee McCaig, senior of Tallassee, Alabama and the late Delmar Lee McCaig, senior.

Bryan is the son of Doctor Walter Easterling Johnston, junior and the late Maxine Irby Johnston of Vicksburg, Mississippi. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McGriff Irby, junior and the late Doctor and Mrs. Walter Easterling Johnston, senior all of Vicksburg, Mississippi.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a strapless gown designed by Monique Lhuillier made of ivory silk organza accented with Alencon lace at the bodice. A cathedral length veil with Alencon lace edging completed the bride’s ensemble. The bride carried a bouquet of white nova zembla roses, green tea roses, white hydrangea, and green hypericum wrapped in French silk ribbon and pearl pins. Tucked in the bouquet was an antique lace handkerchief belonging to the bride’s maternal great-grandmother.

Leigh Anne McCaig Butler of Tallassee, sister of the bride, served as Matron of Honor and Lauren Myers of Birmingham, served as Maid of Honor. Bridesmaids were Candace Taylor Benson of Atlanta, Georgia, Sima Lal Gupta of Atlanta, Georgia, Tara Moore Hendrix of Birmingham, Laura Katherine Johnston, sister of the groom, of Vicksburg, Mississippi, Jennifer Lynne Johnston McMillin, sister of the groom, of Vicksburg, Mississippi, Margot Danzig Medved of Boston, Massachusetts, Kenzie Ingram Morton of Madison, Alabama, and Mary Catherine Richardson Phillips of Montgomery. The bridesmaids wore Watters and Watters two piece dresses with an ivory lace top and Midori green dupioni silk skirt and sash at the waist. They carried bouquets of white hydrangea and green hypericum wrapped in French silk ribbon and pearl pins.

Georgia Anne Butler, niece of the bride, served as Flower Girl. Her dress was an ivory and ecru French handmade dress embellished with lace and ribbon.

Doctor Johnston served his son as Best Man. Groomsmen were David Raymond Collins II, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, Lester Wayne Johnson, junior, of New Orleans, Louisiana, Doctor Richard Leake Johnston, brother of the groom, of Miami, Florida, Michael Rhodes Johnston, brother of the groom, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Sydney William Johnston, III, of Vicksburg, Mississippi, Doctor Matthew Bradley Massey, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, Doctor Charles Ramsey McCollum, III, of Jackson, Mississippi, Doctor Jason Trippe McNeese, of Ridgeland, Mississippi, and Walter Albert Simmons, junior, of Nashville, Tennessee.

Patricia Lair greeted the guests and gave them programs of the ceremony in the narthex before the service began. The ceremony was directed by Ida Turner of Tallassee. Wedding music was provided by Leslye Ames, organist, of Tallassee, The Lamb Family, violinists, of Tuscaloosa, and Lee Jackson, soloist, of Madison, Alabama. Floral designs for the wedding, wedding party, and reception were done by Al Cantrell of Al’s Flowers in Montgomery. The bride’s parents hosted a reception at The Trophy Room in Tallassee honoring the bride and groom featuring the exotic African animal trophies collected by Bill McKenzie of Montgomery. Jennie Weller Catering of Montgomery, provided the delicious food and Cake Designs, also of Montgomery designed the beautiful wedding cakes. The music of The Syndicate Band of Montgomery provided a fun filled evening for everyone.

A beautiful Rehearsal Dinner was hosted by Doctor Walter Johnston, the groom’s father on Friday evening, July 31, at Wynlakes Country Club. Melissa Kendall Floral Designs provided the green and white floral table arrangements accented with limes for the occasion.

The bride and her bridesmaids were entertained at noon on Friday, July 31, at a lovely Luncheon at the home of the bride’s parents. Hostesses for the Bridesmaid’s Luncheon were Gwen Atkinson, Margaret Baggett, Pat Boles, Cheryl Keahey, Joann Ledbetter, Peggy Little, Mary Carroll Payne, and Julie Williams.

The Ross Bridge Resort in Birmingham was the setting for a Bachelorette and Lingerie Party for Tori and her friends hosted by Whitney Weaver on the weekend of June 26, 2009. Bryan and his groomsmen also celebrated with a Bachelor Party at Perdido Key, Florida.

A Miscellaneous Shower for Tori and Bryan, on June 20, 2009 was hosted by Rose Mary and Mike Palermo at their home in Vicksburg. Hosts for the party were Clarissa and Mike Davis, Allyson and Syd Johnston, Cathy and Joe Johnston, Dinnie and Syd Johnston, Martha Ann Klaus, Martha Debra Strickland, and Lois and Butch Wilson.

Tara and Robbie Hendrix’s beautiful Birmingham home was the setting for Couples Party with a Mexican theme. Many friends of the couple helped with the festive June event.

Tori was honored with a Bridal Shower Luncheon on April 4, 2009 at the lovely home of Joy Bradford in Tallassee. The beautifully decorated table and delicious food were done by the hostesses Kay Davis, Linda Emfinger, Marie Emfinger, Beth Herren, Leigh Hethcox, Pam Jones, Louann Moore, Linda Mosher, Sandra Patterson, Cindy Pressley, Alunda Scarborough, Sally Weaver, Debbie Whitaker, and Julie Williams.

After a honeymoon trip to the Dominican Republic the couple will reside in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Macon Pierce Goodwin

Payton and Tiffany (McGarr) Goodwin are proud to announce the birth of their son, Macon Pierce, born June 30, 2009, at Baptist Medical Center East in Montgomery at 7:01 pm. He weighed 8lbs. 15oz. and measured 21 inches long. Proud grandparents are Eddie and Mary McGarr of Tallassee and Ron and Pat Wolfe of Montgomery. Great-grandmothers are Mildred Pierce and Mary F. McGarr of Tallassee. Welcoming Macon home is big brother, Brody.

Owen Lee Strickland

Parrish and Kathy (Durbin) Strickland are proud to announce the birth of their son, Owen Lee, born May 4, 2009, at Baptist Medical Center East in Montgomery at 1:37 pm. He weighed 5 lbs. 13 oz. and measured 18 inches long. Proud grandparents are Jones and Debra Durbin of Dadeville and Jerry and Wanda Strickland of Panama City, Florida. Welcoming Owen home are big brother, Collin and big sister, Gracie.

On July 2, 2009, Mrs. Janette Sides hosted a formal luncheon for her granddaughter, Kelsey Butler, and three friends. They were served by co-host, Miss Jessica Butler, and enjoyed a luncheon of punch, chicken fingers, and tossed salad, followed by a dessert of pound cake and ice cream. Each of the guests wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to their hosts for a delightful afternoon.

(Pictured left to right) - Miss Sarah Smith, Miss Laura Fields, Miss Madeline Taylor and Miss Kelsey Butler

Chloe Yvette Hornsby

7 pounds 10 ounces, 20 inches long

Born June 8, 2009

Parents are Josh and Ally Hornsby

April Ceremony Unites Kami Butler, Joey Scarborough

(Photo by Josh Moates Courtesy of Kim Box Photography)

Kami Butler and Joseph Tillman Scarborough, III were united in marriage on April 25, 2009 at the Church in the Pines on Lake Martin, Alabama. Officiating was Reverand Glen Pugh.

Kami is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Butler of Tallassee. She is the granddaughter of Mr. & Mrs. Ned Butler and Mrs. Bernice Stalnaker, all of Tallassee, and the late Mr. Thomas Stalnaker.

The bridegroom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tillman Scarborough, Jr. of Tallassee. He is the grandson of the late Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Tillman Scarborough, Sr., the late Mr. Homer Whitt and the late Mr. and Mrs. Homer Edwards.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore an ivory strapless A-line gown with a beaded lace jacket. She carried a bouquet of cream roses, cream tulips, and blue hydrangeas created by Melissa Kendall Floral Designs.

Flower girls were Georgia Anne Butler and Brooke Royster, nieces of the bride. Niece of the bride, Brittan Moseley was junior bridesmaid. Serving as maid of honor was Beth Royster, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were sister of the groom, Beth Thornhill and friends of the bride, Katie Austin, Janna Ellis, Shona Griffith, Alex Harris, Ashley Moon and Leslie Whaley. The bridesmaids wore tea length black skirts with their choice of black and ivory tops and carried blue hydrangea balls.

The ring bearers were Jack Butler, nephew of the bride and Marshall Thornhill, nephew of the groom. Joey chose his father, Joseph Tillman Scarborough, Jr. as his best man. Groomsmen were Michael Butler, brother of the bride, Byron Marshall Thornhill, Jr., brother-in-law of the groom, and friends of the groom, J.W. Morris, Shep Morris, Jr., Jeremy Parker, Thomas Turner and Steven Weaver.

Cousins of the bride, Erica Culver, Jennifer Jenkins, and Beverly Yates served as guestbook and program attendants.

The wedding ceremony was directed by Mrs. Ida Turner and music was provided by Roland "Lucky" Jackson.

Following the cermony, a reception was held at the Groom's Parents' Residence where entertainment was provided by Accent band and catering provided by A Catered Affair. Following the honeymoon in Italy and France, the couple will reside in Tallassee.

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Lorelei Heaven Durbin

Freddie and Andrea Durbin are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lorelei Heaven, born March 17, 2009, at Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, AL at 1:29 pm. She weighed 8 lbs. 6 oz. and measured 20 inches long. Proud grandparents are Bill & Marianne Hause of Montgomery and Jones & Debra Durbin of Dadeville. Proud great-grandparents are Marion Durbin of Tallassee and Bobbie Adair of Tallassee.

Marlee Faithe Osborne

Marlee Faithe Osborne was born on March 25th at 4:38pm at Baptist Medical Center East. She was 8lbs 15oz and 21.5 inches long. Parents are Jennifer and Stephen Osborne. Grandparents are Gloria and Charles Osborne of Tallassee, Paul and Joan White of Brighton, CO, and Debbie and Glen Sutton of Arkansas. Welcoming home Marlee are big sisters Haylee (9) and Anslee (6).

Daniel Dawson Butler

Michael and Leigh Anne Butler are proud to announce the birth of their son, Daniel Dawson, born March 4, 2009, at Baptist Medical Center East in Montgomery at 8:19 pm. He weighed 8 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 20 inches long.

Proud grandparents are Delmar and Ruthanne McCaig and Steve and Cathy Butler, all of Tallassee. Proud great-grandparents are Sara McCaig of Tallassee, Ruth Davidson of Hueytown, Bernice Stalnaker and Ned and Betty Butler of Tallassee. Welcoming Daniel home are big sister, Georgia Anne and big brother, Jack.

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