The Farmington Farmer

Article as submitted by Stephanie Jones Cummons, Farmington Correspondent for the Times West Virginian Newspaper

Good Morning Farmington!
I wanted to start my column off with a bit of nostalgia this week. I was looking through some photo albums over the weekend that my late grandfather, Harry “Huck” Jones had put together before he passed away (hard to believe it’ll be 12 years in a few days) and one photo always sticks out because it’s so neat to look at but also because we have no idea who the man in the photo is. I’m including it in my column this week and if anyone can put a name to this face, please let me know as we’re trying to keep it all documented on these precious keepsakes. The picture is of the Flood of 1948 and shows the center of town where Mill and Main Streets intersect. In the background you can see the old liquor store, Gango’s store, and how high the Mighty Buff crept into town. If anyone has any info about this picture, or any stores about the flood, I’d love to hear them!

Contact Info for Farmington News
I also wanted to mention that I found old newspaper clippings (he saved a lot of things!) from the Farmington News section of years past and how neat it was to read about people’s vacations, baby showers, weddings, and other local news from citizens. I’d really appreciate it if anyone has things going on to please let me know! You can contact me by mail at PO Box 513 Farmington WV 26571, phone 304-825-6690, or email auburnfatalist@Gmail.com Thanks so much!

Only Two FHI Breakfasts to Go!
What a nice time we had at the FHI breakfast this past Sunday! I think those who attended would agree that it was nice to see lots of friends and neighbors out despite the weather being a bit gloomy. Nothing cures those end of winter blues like a hot breakfast and some laughs! A reminder for those who would like to come down to the community building for some home cooking, there are only two more breakfasts scheduled for the month, on Sunday the 22nd and 29th from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. For a donation of $8 per adult and $3 per child 10 and under you get scrambled eggs, sausage patties, home fries, biscuits, sausage gravy, mixed fruit, coffee, juice, and water. You are welcome to eat in or grab a carry out meal. Proceeds benefit the Homecoming at Farmington which will be held on Saturday August 15th this year.

Congratulations!
Congrats to the Lady Husky Basketball Team! We’re really proud of all of you girls and happy your dream of a State Championship came true!

Happy Sweet Sixteen!
Lots of warm Birthday wishes go out to Taylor Lively who will be having her Sweet 16th Birthday on Sunday March 22nd!

Davisson Brothers Fans
I just wanted to mention, to those who are fans of a local group who “made good” and those who may want to check them out, the Davisson Brother’s Band’s record is now out in stores. It features new music as well as some ol’ favorites. It really is worth a listen! Please support this truly talented group by picking up their CD!

FHI Meeting Info
The next monthly meeting for Farmington Homecoming Inc. (FHI) will be Monday, March 30th at 7 pm in the Mayor’s Office. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Homecoming this year will be a one day event scheduled for Saturday August 15th, 2009.

Play Ball!
The Farmington Little League is still looking for a few good kids to come out for baseball this Spring. Any child age 5-12 may participate. Try outs for the A-Ball Team will be coming up soon so all interested participants need to sign up soon! Call Larry at 825-1415 or Jim at 825-1306 for more information or to join! Good Luck!

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