Living Democracy 2018
- August 1, 2018
- Collinsville Teaches the Importance of Community
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When I was first informed that my summer as part of Living Democracy would be in Collinsville, Alabama, I was excited and nervous. My time in Collinsville this summer has been one of new experiences, learning hard lessons, and growing as a member of civic society. I have learned what it means to contribute as a member of a community.
- By Erin Blythe
- July 23, 2018
- Collinsville friends give local adventure tour
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On one particularly slow day at the library, my friend and library employee Alexus started talking about what there is to do for fun around the area. She explained that there are many local spots that not everyone knows about. This sparked an idea for a weekend trip to visit all of these “locals only” spots.
- By Erin Blythe
- July 16, 2018
- My Experience with Cowboy Church
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The other day as I was driving down the road in Henagar, a town located near Collinsville, I passed an interesting sign with faded wooden letters that invited, “Come join us for cowboy church! Every Sunday at 10.” The next Sunday, I decided to drive up the dirt road to a little barn in the country to see what this was all about.
- By Erin Blythe
- July 11, 2018
- Community honors veterans with new park
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As many celebrated the Fourth of July with fireworks, cookouts, and time with friends, it was also a good time to remember the sacrifices those who serve in the military have made for our country. The Collinsville Veteran’s Memorial Park, located right down from the train tracks downtown, serves as a powerful reminder.
- By Erin Blythe
- July 3, 2018
- Local Clinic Practices New Style of Medicine
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Direct Patient Care (DPC) is a new type of medicine in which patients, many without insurance, can pay a monthly rate in exchange for primary care service. The small community of Collinsville now has this new type of medical practice. Valley Care DPC is Dr. Frances Koe’s clinic.
- By Erin Blythe
Last Updated: July 24, 2018