American Legion to hold flag burning ceremony

DALTON, Ga. —  American Legion Post 112 in Dalton holds a flag burning ceremony on Wednesday, July 18, at 6:30 p.m. at 1118 N. Glenwood Ave. Proper disposal of the American flag is an integral part of the American Legion ritual. The Ceremony for Disposal of Unserviceable Flags was passed by the 19th National Convention of the American Legion in New York Sept. 20-23, 1937.  “The observance of proper respect for the flag of our country is, and always has been, very important,” Post 112 Commander Lee Oliver said. “Flags which are faded, tattered and worn are unserviceable and should be retired from life with respect and honor. Also, flags that have been used for the decoration of graves should be collected after any special service, inspected, and if worn and unserviceable, to be properly destroyed.” Oliver invites the public to attend this special ceremony and bring their flags that are worn, faded or torn. Flags can also be dropped off out front of the American Legion in the flag box or brought in and given to someone. The office is open Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. All Boy Scout groups and the American Legion’s Honor Guards have been invited to participate. For more information, contact the American Legion at 706-226-5120.

SOSMP hosting Polynesian Revue, Legends

LIVE OAK, Fla. — The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park will have an island feel to it this weekend.

With Prince Pele’s Polynesian Revue on tap Friday and Saturday as well as Elvis and the Legends, it will be an enjoyable weekend at the Music Park.

Ticket prices at the door are $10 per person Friday night, $15 Saturday night (food not included either night). The best ticket buy is weekend tickets that include both nights for $20 per person in advance only with advance ticket sales ending at noon Friday at the SOSMP main office. Advance tickets are on sale now by calling 386-364-1683, emailing spirit@musicliveshere.com or stopping by the SOSMP main office.

The weekend will be topped off with Ted “TeddyMac Elvis” McMullen presenting Prince Pele’s Polynesian Revue Saturday evening, “TeddyMac” as Elvis in full costume in Aloha from Hawaii, special Hawaiian food on the menu, a Hawaiian king/queen contest for best Hawaiian outfits, Hawaiian leis, door prizes and theme décor.

The famous Prince Pele and his dancers will have the crowd swaying in the Music Hall as he takes them on an imaginary trip throughout the islands of the South Pacific. “TeddyMac Elvis” will thrill Elvis fans with his Aloha from Hawaii presentation.

That’s not all, though. The weekend begins Friday with a Legends Show emceed by Ted McMullen. Featured artists Friday night are Keith Thrift as Conway Twitty, Penny Hannah as Wynonna Judd, Leamon Nipper as Merle Haggard, Bobby Long as Willie Nelson, Texanna as Patsy Cline, Kathy Stafford as Shania Twain, Dale Bennett as Loretta Lynn, Calvin Smart as Johnny Cash, Diane Johnston as Lorrie Morgan and Trese Hill as Tammy Wynette. McMullen will not perform as Elvis until Saturday night.

Doors open both nights at 5 p.m. Shows begin at 7 p.m. both nights.

Wild Adventures extends evening hours

VALDOSTA, Ga. — Wild Adventures Theme Park is lighting up the sky with fireworks, extending park hours and offering discounted evening tickets for eight days during “Moonlight Madness.” “‘Moonlight Madness’ is a chance for our guests to beat the heat, play under the stars, enjoy fantastic fireworks displays and visit in the evenings for almost half the price of general admission,” said Patrick Pearson, marketing director. “Moonlight Madness” runs July 21-28, with extended park hours from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., according to park officials. Wild Adventures will also offer a discounted after 5 p.m. ticket for $24.99 during “Moonlight Madness.” Each day of “Moonlight Madness” will conclude with fireworks, according to park officials. “Moonlight Madness” will also include the final “Splash Island Nights” event of the summer, July 27. Splash Island Waterpark will stay open until 10 p.m. with a dance party hosted by DJ Lee and discounted food offerings, according to park officials. For more information about “Moonlight Madness,” visit WildAdventures.com.