Evergreen royalty

Valentine's Day came a little late at Evergreen Health and Rehabilitation in Rector, but residents, staff members, friends and family members had a great time, nevertheless, at a lively party held Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 17, in the facility's dining room. Crowned as 2009 Valentine King and Queen were Maurice Bateman and Rosettie Allison. The party also featured another King -- Elvis himself, portrayed by the tremendously talented Butch Dicus of Jacksonville. (Democrat photo/Nancy Kemp)