Newsletter
Mayor Betterton's Weekly Update
January 28, 2021
Dear Friends,
After completing my quarantine, I am proud to have returned to work free of Covid and enthusiastic about this year! I appreciate all the thoughts, prayers, cards, and calls I received during and after my recovery. It is important moving forward that we all be mindful to wear our masks, sanitize our hands, and maintain an appropriate distance from individuals who are not members of our household.
I look forward to continuing my service to the citizens of this great city and move forward together. God bless!
- Mayor Andy Betterton

COVID VACCINE INFORMATION
The latest information from the Alabama Department of Public Health website states as follows:
As of January 27, 2021, vaccination information and locations apply only to residents 75 years and older.
The Lauderdale County Health Department is taking walk-ins only. No Appointments. The locations listed below have the vaccine available and it is suggested that you contact them to make an appointment and check with them regarding their guidelines for administering the vaccine.
Killen Drug Store, 1621 Highway 72, 256-757-2166
Killen Clinic, 148 J.C. Mauldin, 256-757-5353
Internal Medicine Clinic, 204 Ana Dr, 256-767-5940
Florence Medical Associates, 646 Cox Creek Pkwy, 256-760-4544
Lauderdale County Health Dept, 4112 Chisholm Rd, 256-764-7453
Family Health Care, 216 S Marengo St, 256-760-8289



Thousand Eyes Program
The Florence Indian Mound Museum is seeking volunteers for the Shoals Chapter of the Thousand Eyes Program. The program trains volunteers to assist archaeologists by helping to monitor archaeological sites in the Shoals for looting and environmental damage. Each year, thousands of Native American objects are stolen from burial sites around the Shoals. Learn More..


Florence Business License Renewals Due Monday, Feb. 1
The deadline for Florence businesses to renew operating licenses for 2021 has been extended to Monday, February 1. Due to the pandemic, the City Clerk's office is encouraging businesses to renew their license digitally or by mail to facilitate this process.
ยท Online: https://payyourlicenseonline.com/florence/
ยท By Mail: Florence City Clerk, PO BOX 98, Florence, AL 35631
ยท By Appointment: Call 256-760-6683

New Business - Coming Soon
The Artsy Place-The Coffee Place - 2nd Location
1520 Florence Blvd.
The Artsy Place is a DIY studio that offers guided projects in pottery, canvas, wooden mediums, and more! Also, the Coffee Place will be located at the studio. More information...
New Business โ Now Open
Shoals Hair Company
214 Ana Drive, Suite D
Shoals Hair Company is now open. Anthony Ingram, professional stylist and owner, offers hair extensions, day spa, barber cuts, and more. More information....

LiftOff Shoals is a GO for 2021! ๐
Calling all entrepreneurs or anyone with interest in independent business ventures--
Now is your chance to compete for up to $20,000 to help with the expansion of your business into a high-growth market!
Applications are OPEN and will close on February 26. The competition finals for LiftOff Shoals will take place on May 18 at Pickett Place, 438 N Seminary St, Florence, AL 35630.
For more information, visit www.liftoffshoals.com!


THE THREE GAME-CHANGERS
--Billy Warren, City Historian

Congratulations To Florence Native, Mark Libell


A little laugh...

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