Stories • Issue 3, Fall/Winter 2007/08
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William G. Mathews, Attorney at Law*
William G. Mathews, Attorney at Law has been providing top-quality legal services to the Athens and surrounding communities for several years. Bill, a hometown lawyer, grew up in Athens and primarily focuses on real estate closings, wills and probate of wills, and automobile accidents.
   
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Nationwide Insurance, Tom McAlister Agency*
For more than 28 years, the Tom McAlister Agency has been on your side with Nationwide insurance for home, auto, life, and health coverage, as well as financial products.


* Lindsay Lane Baptist Church*
Since 1998, Lindsay Lane Baptist Church has been focusing on making disciples who worship, grow, and serve.

* Lorri Black, REALTOR*
Lorri Black with Keller Williams is more than just a REALTOR. She is her client’s resource before, during, and after the sale.

* Valley Event Center*
Dedicated to serving the Athens community, Owner Laurie Cannon of Valley Event Center makes it a point to give back by donating the facility for a variety of charitable and area events.

* Habitat for Humanity*
The Habitat for Humanity Athens/Limestone County affiliate has been going strong since its inception in 1991. Over the years many dedicated volunteers have worked to maintain the affiliate and build quality homes around Athens and Limestone County.

* Shoals Suzuki*
"We’re leveling the car buying playing field", owner, Mike Self says. "Our dealership subscribes to a set of values and procedures that are designed to be fair, honest, and straightforward. Each Suzuki is a high-quality, valued-packed vehicle that comes with a lot of standard features and not at a premium price."

* Martin & Cobey Construction, Inc.*
Martin & Cobey Construction Inc., headquartered in Athens, AL, has been building beyond the ordinary since 1964. The company focuses on providing its clients with top-quality construction services in the residential and commercial industries.

* IN2Wireless/Railroad Bazaar*
In2Wireless, a premium retailer for Verizon Wireless and division of Railroad Bazaar, can help simplify customers’ lives with its top-quality wireless network and services.

* The Dog Pound*
Since 2003, The Dog Pound has been making a difference in Athens and Limestone County. Director Timberly Carter oversees the facility that focuses on finding the right home for the right pet.

* Limestone Furniture Mart*
Limestone Furniture Mart dedicates itself to the customer it serves with top-notch staff members and quality furniture at bargain prices. Owners Scott and Brandi Connell oversee the family owned and operated business that originally started in 1999.

* Jason Dees, CrossPointe Church*
Jason Dees, one of the pastors at CrossPointe Church in Madison has a passion…a passion for the Lord. At what most people would consider a young age, Jason felt the blessings of the Lord upon him to join the ministry.

* Holiday Illuminations*
This holiday season let the elves at Holiday Illuminations decorate your residential or commercial property. Owner Greg Esco started Holiday Illuminations in 2006 and focuses on helping clients with an affordable, valuable, and stress-free service.

* Fowler Auction & Real Estate Service. Inc.*
Over the last 30 years, the staff at Fowler Auction and Real Estate Service, Inc. (FARE) have helped clients obtain the most for their property with full-service auction services for residential and personal property, business liquidations, and commercial, industrial, and farm equipment.

* Reliance Bank*
Location! Location! Location! Reliance Bank has been opening offices over the past two years, such as on Highway 72 just east of Lindsay Lane, in Harvest on the corner of Capshaw Road and East Limestone Road, and soon in early 2008 on County Line Road.

* Limestone Veterinary Clinic*
Limestone Veterinary Clinic in Athens has been making pets its top concern for more than 30 years. Dr. Robert Pitman and Dr. Jim Lovell focus on top-quality care by using the latest technology and advancements.

* Valley Imaging*
As part of Valley Imaging’s mission on providing the best care, the facility focuses on giving back to the community in which it serves. Dr. Joe Cannon opened Valley Imaging in 1998 and has made it a point to donate time and services to Athens and surrounding areas.

* Coleman Dental Group*
At Coleman Dental Group its nothing but smiles! Along with its doctors, the staff of nine hygienists, three certified assistants, and an insurance coordinator strives to meet each patient’s needs with top-quality care in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

* Admore Police Reserves*
Since the early 1970s, the Ardmore Police Reserves have been serving and assisting the Ardmore community. Chief William Oliver started the Ardmore Police Reserves to help the small town handle everything that was going on.

* Hospice of Limestone County
Hospice of Limestone County is a community based, non-profit agency that provides supportive care to terminally ill persons living in Limestone County.

* Limestone Internal Medicine*
Dr. James Walker and his wife, Sharon, opened Limestone Internal Medicine in 1997 in the community they love…Athens. As an Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Walker focuses on general care of patients ages 16 and up.

* Courtesy First Home Lenders*
Owner Greg Balch of Courtesy Mortgage, Inc. founded his business on the common principle that all customers deserve courteous and respectful service. “We believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect and not just as a number,” Balch says.

* Totten & Christian, P.C.*
At the law firm of Totten & Christian, P.C. the goal is to provide clients with big results and a small-town touch. What sets Totten & Christian apart is it’s mission to provide vigorous representation and counsel to each client it serves.

* Therapy Partners, Inc.*
Connie Cates and Mimi Bynum founded Therapy Partners, Inc. in 1994 to bring joy to people that need a smile from the unconditional love of a dog or cat. Therapy Partners teams visit area hospitals, nursing homes, shelters, and schools.

* First National Bank*
First National Bank works hard to please its customers and will be opening a new Huntsville office in January of 2008. From the perspective of the bank, they are not expanding into a new territory, but rather continuing to grow and spread into new areas.

* John Dees, CrossPointe Church*
Pastor John Dees and the family at CrossPointe Church are proud to be celebrating five wonderful years in the North Alabama community!

* Greenbrier Bar-B-Que*
For more than 50 years, customers have been experiencing the difference of the original Greenbrier Bar-B-Que that’s now located at the corner of Greenbrier Road and I-565. Owner Johnny Berzett currently runs the business that his mother, Margaret, founded in 1957.


* ZTV-11*
Owners Gloria and Jamie Cooper of Jamie Cooper Television, Inc./ZTV-11, “local and lovin’ it” isn’t just a slogan ... it’s a way of life. With the longest-running local morning show in the Tennessee Valley, Cooper & Company, hosts Gloria and Jamie, highlight the people and places that make it so special.

* Alabama Realty Group*
With four offices in Athens, Ardmore, Madison, and Decatur, Alabama Realty Group provides top-notch real estate services for buying and selling homes, commercial property, and foreclosures with its dedicated team of successful REALTORS.
 

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