Shoals Dragon Boat Festival

04/29/2026

Meet our Board: Burt Helton

Burt Helton serves as Executive Director of Shoals Scholar Dollars, an organization that provides college scholarships to graduating seniors across 17 local high schools.

With 26 years in education, Burt has experience across many areas, from leading a highly recognized PreK program to developing and delivering professional development for educators. He is known for building strong relationships and motivating others to make a difference.

In addition to his work in education, Burt serves as a Medicare Insurance Specialist, helping seniors navigate their healthcare options. He has also been actively involved in community service, including leadership roles with the Tennessee Valley Art Association, Habitat for Humanity, and the Miss Alabama and Miss America Scholarship Organization.

Thank you, Burt, for your leadership and continued investment in the Shoals community.

04/10/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Cakes By Cadeitra ❤️🍰
She’s serving Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Icing at Sweet Sounds of the Shoals on April 30th! Grab your tickets before they’re gone.

02/11/2026

01/17/2026

01/13/2026

When Mandy Barnett talks about her musical career and its beginnings, she doesn’t see singing as something she does, but rather something she is.

12/11/2025

You can do your Christmas shopping and never leave the house. Check out these upcoming events for the whole family. To purchase tickets or see more information, visit shoalsscholardollars.com.

09/29/2025

We are proudly celebrating 110 years of service as Alabama’s very first automotive franchise. To mark this historic milestone, Long-Lewis will be donating $110,000 to 10 local charities across the state – honoring the communities that have supported us for more than a century. We are excited to ...

09/27/2025

Congratulations to this year’s winners:
Best Team Tent - Southwire
Best Drummer - NWSCC Power
Best Team Spirit - Tennessee Valley Pediatrics

Bronze - First Southern Bank
Silver - Lexington High School
Gold - North Americsn Lighting

09/27/2025

Here are the standings going into the finals

09/27/2025

After the first heat, the iop three temas are:
1. Lexington High School
2. First Southern Bank
3. NWSCC Power

09/26/2025

Who will take home this year’s coveted Dragon Boat championship trophy??? Join us tomorrow as teams lay it all on the line in this year’s competition