September 12, 2026
News
Spanning the Years
25 years ago May 2, 2001 Landscaping underway - A handful of Leadership Lincoln Class of 2001 gather at the grounds of the Kelly Pittenger Senior Citizens Center to plant flowers and a variety of plants. The landscaping was one of two efforts the group took on as a project this year. The other is seeing the groundwork is laid for the establishment of a child advocacy center, called Junior’s House, here. Helping in the landscaping efforts are David Smith, Mike Green, Mike Russell, Robert Conley, Jean Combs and Martha Lyon.
Domino’s donates $500 to the Warrior Exhibit
Domino’s donates $500 to the Warrior Exhibit
7th annual Ardmore Boys & Girls Club Antique Tractor Pull set for May 9
Gates open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 9, for the 7th Annual Ardmore Truck and Tractor Pull benefitting the Boys and Girls Club of North Alabama. The event will be held at John Barnes Park on Ardmore Ridge Road, Ardmore.
Honor a hero this Memorial Day at the library
In honor of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, the Fayetteville-Lincoln County Public Library is creating a special, community-driven display to recognize and remember the heroes of our community. The library is inviting community members to submit tributes to veterans and service members who hold a special place in their hearts. The submissions will create a meaningful Memorial Day display that reflects remembrance and appreciation across Lincoln County, said Meghan Murr, library director.
TDOT officials: Signs are not permitted on state right-of-way
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is reminding the public that signs are not permitted within State of Tennessee rights-ofway.
Three sobriety checkpoints scheduled for May
The Tennessee Highway Patrol will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment during sobriety checkpoints in Lincoln County on three dates in May.
Leadership transition underway at Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic
A leadership transition is underway at Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic, as Amanda Curtis, founder and executive director, announces she is stepping down from her role and passing the baton to Mary Beth Jenkins.
Correction
A photo appearing on the front page of the April 22, 2026, edition of the Elk Valley Times should have identified the man frying fish in “Frying fish and fun” as Jerry Bailey and his wife Doris. The Times apologizes for the error and is happy to set the record straight.