Franklin County Times - November 22, 2023 by Franklin County

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Helping Santa toy drive underway By María Camp maria.camp@ franklincountytimes.com

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Sock drive benefits local nursing home By Staff Reports The Franklin County Women’s Leadership Committee, a division of Alabama Farmers Federation is seeking donations, to be made by Dec. 1, for its annual “Cottons for Christmas” sock drive. Requested donations are for new socks that will be distributed to residents in one of the county’s nursing homes. Each year, the committee picks a different nursing home in the county, with the goal of providing a gift of socks and lotion for all residents in that facility. Last year’s recipient was Terrace Manor in Russellville. This year’s selection has not been announced yet. “We had close to 300 pairs last year,” explained committee member Carol Glass. “Some people gave us money instead of socks and said to buy what was needed. We rotate from one year to the next to donate to all of them.” Glass said the committee works to help lighten the loads on nursing homes and to minister to people in need. “We hope to have at least three or four pairs of socks for each person. If we can get 300 pairs, we’re set pretty good. We purchase lotion that we put in there with it.” Additional boxes are located:: Franklin County Courthouse/Extension Office (Leave donations with one of the courthouse security guards.) ALFA Insurance Office-Russellville ALFA Insurance Office-Red Bay For questions, contact Carol Glass at 256-8105446 or Shannon Murray at 256-668-3893.

FC Extension holds career fair at NWSCC

PHOTOS BY MARÍA CAMP LEFT: The Franklin County Extension holds a Carers in Family and Consumer Sciences career fair at the Phil Campbell campus of Northwest Shoals Community College Sept. 29. Austin Blankenship, Annette Casteel, Kristina Rossin, Katernia Cole Coffey, Alexandra Gotcher and Shirley Jimenez. RIGHT: The Franklin County Extension holds a Carers in Family and Consumer Sciences career fair at the Phil Campbell campus of Northwest Shoals Community College Sept. 29.

ABOVE LEFT: The Franklin County Extension holds a Carers in Family and Consumer Sciences career fair at the Phil Campbell campus of Northwest Shoals Community College Sept. 29. ABOVE RIGHT: The Franklin County Extension holds a Carers in Family and Consumer Sciences career fair at the Phil Campbell campus of Northwest Shoals Community College Sept. 29. BELOW LEFT: Listerhill Credit Union talks to students about potential career options. BELOW RIGHT: Blaze Bishop and Cassie Medley represent the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce at the Sept. 29 career fair on the Phil Campbell campus of NWSCC.

The annual Helping Santa toy drive, coordinated by the Russellville Fire Department, in partnership with the Russellville Police Department, is underway. To apply for assistance through this program, pick up an application at the police department and turn it in there when complete. The deadline for turning in applications is Dec. 8. Pickup dates for toys will be determined at a later date. Businesses or groups interested in allowing a toy donation drop-off box can contact RFD’s Lt. Andy DeVaney at 256-8101637. “Our community really steps up and helps with this each year,” DeVaney said. “This is for anybody in the city or county who needs help with toys for their kids, including foster kids, or grandkids for Christmas.” DeVaney said so far the toy drive has been able to fill all the applications turned in each year. “I’ve helped with this every year since we started doing it,” he added. “Several of us have been involved since the start. We prefer new toys. Some people prefer to donate money. Junior Leaders help us shop for the toys.” RFD Deputy Chief Randy Seal coordinated the event previously. While DeVaney is at the helm now, Seal said he is still involved. “Andy’s (DeVaney) been helping with it every year, and since I have the position of Deputy Chief now, with more duties, it was time to let someone else head up the program,” Seal explained. “All the guys at the RFD and RPD love to help with this every year, and it takes an army working together for this outreach to go smoothly and be able to help those who need it.”

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LEFT: Northwest Shoals Community College employee Brent Gonzalez takes part in the career fair on the Phil Campbell campus Sept. 29. CENTER: McHenry Cattle Company takes part in the Sept. 29 career fair at NWSCC in Phil Campbell. RIGHT: The Franklin County Extension holds a Carers in Family and Consumer Sciences career fair at the Phil Campbell campus of Northwest Shoals Community College Sept. 29.

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RHS students celebrate ALCAC week

CONTRIBUTED TOP: Celebrating ALCAC week at RHS. From left: Matt James, Mason Herring, Maggie Bishop, Natalie Nichols, Mississippi State recruiter, Connie Crockett, Avery Watts, Gavin Hyde, Sofia Tiffin. CENTER: A’nyia Mosley, Elijah Racz and Symia Bell talk to University of Alabama recruiter Emry Summerville during ALCAC week at RHS. BELOW: Madison Qualls talks to the University of North Alabama’s Kim Mauldin during this year’s ALCAC week at RHS.

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Nov. 23 Michael Hall Grace Rogers

Dec. 12 Ken Boyles Will Lindsey Dec. 13 Joey Wingo John Marshall Burcham Austin Scott Ty Trapp

Nov. 24 Casey Vinson Lexie Glass

Nov. 25 Monica Balding Debbie Beason

Dec. 15 Jerry Aycock Anna Beth Oliver

Nov. 26 Peggy Hipps Cassidy O’Neal

Dec. 16 Paula McDowell Sheryl Plott Brittany Trapp Sherry Trapp

Nov. 28 Jimmy Glasgow

Nov. 29 Jennifer McAlister Lela Ray Chase Dowdy

Nov. 30 Bo Jackson Maci Lee Lewis Torey Behel Brittany Wood

Dec. 1 Sharon Hovater Jerry Boyd

Dec. 2 Vicki Pounders Hall Kenneth Mink Tracy Ward

Dec. 3 Bill Allen Amanda Rose Donna Trapp Matt Uptain

Dec. 4 Caden Watts Kenny Wright

Dec. 5 Paula Lindsey Bobby Terrell

Dec. 6 Danny Wingo Mazie Boyers Troy Oliver Kayla Hudson Kendra Tyra

Dec. 7 Chris Askew Jacob Aycock Jeanie Balding Larry Gilmer Melinda Smith

Dec. 8 Cindy Bailey Weston Jackson Patsy McDuffa Chris Ozbirn Doris Hutcheson Jeff Copeland Matt Weeks

Dec. 9 Lynn Bolton Bob Rogers Hayden Dale Smith Triston Vandiver

Dec. 10 Tony Melecio Kaleb Scott Joe Alverson Rachel Burleson George Hargett

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Obituaries John “J.B.” Mills Nov. 19, 2023 John “J.B.” Mills, 94, of Phil Campbell, passed away Nov. 19. Visitation took place Nov. 21 from 6-8 p.m. at Spry Memorial Chapel. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery. Judy Watson Nov. 19, 2023 Judy Elizabeth Watson, 73, passed away Nov. 19 at her daughter’s residence in Sheffield, Ala. Born in Russellville, Ala., to Vincint “Doc” and Versie West Feltman, she worked in housekeeping at the Red Bay Hospital for fifteen years and was a member of Vina First Baptist Church. Services will be held November 22 at 1 p.m. at Deaton Funeral Home Chapel in Red Bay, Ala. Burial will be in Shottsville Cemetery in Vina, Ala. She is survived by her husband, Harold Watson; daughters, Jennifer Watson, Hashu Watson (Tyler Warren) and Shunna Upton; son, Kevin Watson (Ashley); grandchildren, Lexi Massey, Matthew Watson, Annabelle Upton, Shannon Upton, Chloe Allen (Chandler), Kyler Watson and Austin Childers and her best friend, Faye Moore. She was preceded in death by a son, Jeff Childers, her parents, a brother, Wesley Feltman and two sisters, Mae Davis and Mary Pharr. Pallbearers are Matthew Watson, Shannon Upton, Kyler Watson, Tyler Warren, Kaleb Bray and Michael “Bo” Watson. Visitation takes place Nov. 21 from 5-8 p.m. and Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Deaton Funeral Home in Red Bay.

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her home. Her daughter called her a homebody. Mary also enjoyed watching her favorite television programs, including the Hallmark and Cooking channels. She worked at Wendy’s in customer service. Mary loved her daughters, her brothers, sister, nephews, nieces and all of her beautiful grandbabies. They could do no wrong, especially Jemma, the apple of her eye. Mary is survived by her two daughters, Faith Cummings (Jarvis) and Brittany Collins. She is also survived by brothers Calvin “Roy” Adcox, Nicholas Adcox; and sister, Jennifer Crawley; six grandchildren; JC, Journey, Terrell Hughes, Briley, Lee and Bella Collins; one great-grandchild, Jemma Cummings. She is preceded in death by her parents, TB Adcox and Helen Rea Rhyne Adcox; two sisters, Carol Adcox and Dorothy Buckner (Billy); and one brother, Richard Adcox. A private graveside service will take place Nov. 24 in Belgreen Cemetery. Special acknowledgements go out to Hospice of North Alabama for the love and care of their mother. Akins Funeral Home will be assisting the family.

Mary Helen Adcox Nov. 18 2023 Mary Helen Adcox, 62, of Russellville, Ala., passed away Nov. 18 at her residence. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on Sept. 1, 1961. She enjoyed being at

Judy Barker Austin Nov. 15, 2023 Judy Barker Austin, 69, passed away Nov. 15. Born

Calendar Of Events Cottons for Christmas Sock Drive

Now through Dec. 1 The Franklin County Women’s Leadership Committee, a division of Alabama Farmers Federation, is seeking donations for Cottons for Christmas. The group requests donations of new socks that will be distributed to residents in one of the county’s nursing homes. There will be a collection box at the annual Farm-City Banquet Nov. 13, and donations can also be left with one of the Franklin County Courthouse security guards or dropped off at the ALFA Insurance office in Russellville or Red Bay. Donations will be accepted through Dec. 1. For more info call Carol Glass at 256-810-5446 or Shannon Murray at 256-

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Helping Santa Toy Drive Application Period

Now through Dec. 8 Russellville’s Helping Santa Toy Drive began accepting applications for assistance Nov. 6, and applications will continue to be accepted through Dec. 8. Applications can be picked up at the Russellville Police Department. The giveaway is jointly coordinated by the Russellville Police and Fire departments with support from other city departments and the community.

Frog Pond VFD Fundraiser

Now Frog Pond Volunteer Fire Department is selling Boston butts and

Judy Marie Barker, she grew up in Vina where she was a highly accomplished Red Devil. Judy attended Northwest Community College where she was head cheerleader, was voted Best Dressed by her peers and could often be found in the student center playing ping pong. After graduating from Northwest, Judy transferred to the University of Alabama where she earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in secondary education and business. She proudly supported her alma mater and was a lifelong, emphatic Alabama football fan. Judy taught in Tuscaloosa as a business professor at Shelton State Community College. It was during this time that she met and married Ron Austin. They began a family and were blessed with three beautiful children: Stephen, Jennifer and Katie. By the time she retired from Shelton State, she had become the head of the business department and received a second master’s degree in counseling and psychology from the University of West Alabama. After her retirement from Shelton State, Judy and her children returned to her Franklin County roots. She served as a counselor, adjunct professor and director of the Franklin County Family Services Center. She settled in Centerville, Iowa, where she continued her legacy teaching business and psychology at Indian Hills Community College. She became passionate about her new community. Judy enriched the community through her service. She loved people and genuinely celebrated their existence. She will barbecue ribs smoked by William Bishop. Dec. 16 from 3-6 p.m. will be pickup. All proceeds will help fund new equipment for the Frog Pond VFD. For more information call 256263-0825 or 256-856-0476.

A Walk Thru Bethlehem

Nov. 29-30, Dec. 1 & 3 Russellville First Baptist Church will host its annual A Walk Thru Bethlehem event Nov. 29 through Dec. 1 from 5-8:30 p.m. and Dec. 3 from 4-8 p.m., with additional tours Dec. 3 from 3-4 p.m. for those with special needs and senior adults needing assistance. The 2022 inaugural event drew a large attendance, with attendees treated to the sights and sounds of what the city of Bethlehem might have been like when Jesus was born. Guided tours leave from the church building, and the tour takes place through a por-

be greatly missed, and the world is undoubtedly a better place for having had her in it. Judy is survived by her son, Stephen Austin; daughter Jenny Austin Little (Dan); daughter Katie Austin Karkow (David); brothers Ros Barker and Ronald Barker; grandchildren Austin and Dean Little; stepdaughter Christi Smith (Randy) and their son, Cameron; as well as countless family and friends throughout the country. Judy is preceded in death by her parents Buford and Tam Barker and brother John Barker. Judy will be laid to rest in Alabama at Sparks Chapel Cemetery on Nov. 28 at 1:30 p.m. Jeanette Hester Jolly Nov. 16, 2023

Jeanette Hester Jolly, 91, of Russellville, passed away Nov. 16. Spry Memorial Chapel of Russellville is directing. Funeral service is tentatively scheduled for Nov. 26., time to be determined. See Spry Memorial Chapel website for final arrangements. Donald Dalton Flannagin Nov. 14, 2023

Donald Dalton Flannagin, 85, of Russellville, passed away Nov. 14. A graveside service took place Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. at the Knights of Pythias Cemetery. Spry Memorial Chapel of Russellville directed. Louise Padgett Horne Nov. 11, 2023

Louise Padgett Horne, 73, of Russellville, passed away Nov. 11. A memorial service is not planned at this time. Spry Memorial Chapel of Russellville directed. Stevie Leon Motes, Jr. Nov. 11, 2023

Stevie Leon Motes, Jr., 49, of Phil Campbell, passed away Nov. 11. Visitation was held Nov. 18 from 10-11 a.m. at Spry Memorial Chapel in Russellville. Burial was in Blue Springs Cemetery.

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Christmas Light Shows

December Franklin County lights up for the holidays, with these light shows being promoted by community members: Christmas with the McCollums, 5075 Gravel Hill Road in Phil Campbell; Childers Christmas Light Show, 3542 Duncan Creek Road in Russellville; Christmas at the Bells, 101 Kennerly Road in Phil Campbell; Childers Christmas, 317 Stony Brook Drive in Russellville; and McLean Christmas Lights, 397 Forest Drive in Russellville. Lights will be on each evening from 5-10 p.m. throughout the month, weather permitting.

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BAPTIST • Atwood Baptist Church, Vina • Belgreen Baptist Church, between Highway 24 and County Road 524 • Bethsaida Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 48, 10 miles east of Russellville • Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, 305 Bethlehem Road, Russellville • Branches Church, 996 Villagewood Drive, Russellville, 256-331-3700 • Burnout Missionary Baptist Church, seven miles east of Red Bay on Highway 24 • Calvary Baptist Church, Lagrange Road, Russellville, 256-332-2804 • Cedar Creek Baptist Church, turn off of Highway 247 onto County Road 90, pastor Roger Martin; Sunday School at 10 a.m., Sunday worship at 11 a.m. • College Avenue First Baptist Church, 521 College Ave., Russellville, 256-332-1724 • Cowboy Church of Franklin County, 25100 Highway 24 W., Russellville • Crestview Baptist Church, Highway 24 W., two miles from Highway 43 • Crooked Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Russellville • Divine Baptist Church, 15099 Highway 243, Russellville • Duncan Creek Baptist Church, 985 Duncan Creek Road, Russellville • First Baptist Church Phil Campbell, 3350 Broad St., 205-993-5873 • First Baptist Church Russellville, 213 N. Jackson Ave., 256-332-2065 • First Freewill Baptist Church, Highway 43, Russellville • First Baptist Church, Vina • Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 48, Russellville • Friendship Baptist Church, Pastor Micah Fleming, 10th Street NE, Red Bay, Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., Wednesday 7 p.m. • Frankfort Missionary Baptist Church, Frankfort Road, Russellville, 256-332-6720 • Grace Baptist Church, 601 Lawrence St., Russellville • Hodges Convention Baptist Church, Highway 172, Hodges • James Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Old Highway 24 W. • Jonesboro Baptist Church, Waterloo Road, Russellville • Liberty Baptist Church, 261 NE County Road 53, Phil Campbell • Macedonia Baptist Church, Highway 724, Newburg • The Mission, 1437 Highway 43, Russellville • Mt. Hebron Baptist Church, County Road 26 • Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 48/Leighton Highway, 256-292-3554 • Mountain View Baptist Church, 2110 Highway 81, Phil Campbell, 205-9934610 • Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Old Belgreen Highway • New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Highway 24 W., Russellville, 256-332-0201 • New Friendship Baptist Church, Highway 187, south of Belgreen, pastor Ricky Phifer, 256-627-2801 • New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist, 256-332-6247 • New Pleasant Baptist Church, County Road 52, Spruce Pine

• North Russellville Baptist Church, 1401 Waterloo Ave., Russellville, 256-3320115 • Oakwood Baptist Church, Spruce Pine, 256-332-9485 • One Accord Baptist Church, 5550 Highway 524 W., Russellville • Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, County Road 22, 256-3327020 • Pleasant Ridge Missionary Baptist Church #2, 1570 Highway 48, Russellville • Pilot Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 5 Highway 19, Vina • Red Bay Freewill Baptist Church, Highway 24 E., Red Bay, 256-356-9220 • Rockwood Baptist Church, County Road 36, Russellville • Siloam Baptist Church, Highway 60, Russellville, 256-331-9502 • South Side Baptist Church, Highway 43 S., Russellville, 256-332-4326, pastor Roger Kennedy • Tharptown Baptist Church, County Road 48, Russellville, 256-332-0063 • Waco Baptist Church, 31141 Highway 724, Russellville • West Highland Baptist Church, 814 W. Limestone St., Russellville. Sun. School 10 a.m., Sun. worship 11 a.m., Pastor Lloyd Griffus, 256-810-9398 • CATHOLIC • Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 1700 N. Jackson Ave., Russellville, 256-3324861 CHURCH OF CHRIST • Centerview Church of Christ, 3434 Highway 58, Russellville • Eastside Church of Christ, Highway 24 E., Red Bay • Eastside Church of Christ, 15820 Highway 243, Russellville • Gravel Hill Church of Christ, 1201 Nix Road, Phil Campbell, 205-993-4338 • Isbell Church of Christ, County Road 36, Russellville • North Highlands Church of Christ, corner of Jackson Avenue/Hemlock Street, Russellville, 256-332-3315 • Polk Street Church of Christ, Polk Street west of Washington Ave., Russellville, 256-332-5533 • Russellville Church of Christ, 15130 U.S. Highway 43, Russellville • Spruce Pine Church of Christ, 88 Scharnagel Road, Spruce Pine, 256-291-5694 • Tharptown Church of Christ, 5071 Highway 48, Russellville, 256-328-1232 • Washington Avenue Church of Christ, 311 S. Washington Ave., Russellville • CHURCH OF GOD • Cornerstone Church of God, 901 4th Ave. SW, Red Bay, pastor Rick Bradley, 205454-3333; Sunday School 9:45 a.m., worship 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. • Church of God of Prophecy, Highway 24 W., Russellville • Church of God, Seventh Day, Highway 5, Phil Campbell • Hope Central, 4327 Broad St., Phil Campbell, 256-8103087 • New Life Tabernacle Pentecostal Church of God, 714 Sockwell Ave., Russellville • Phil Campbell Church of God of Prophecy, Highway 5, Phil Campbell • Russellville Church of God,

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Don’t let seasonal doldrums mar ‘most wonderful time of year’ We Say Editorial Staff

It’s perhaps one of the greatest ironies of life that what has been termed “the most wonderful time of the year” can also be the most challenging, bringing feelings of sadness, regret, overwhelm or even depression – or sometimes just “the blahs.” It can be a blue Christmas – or Thanksgiving, or Hannukah, or Festivus – for any number of reasons. Maybe, like the King of Rock and Roll sang, it just “won’t be the same, dear, if you’re not here with me.” Many of us have lost friends and loved ones this year, those who have passed from this life as well as those with whom we’ve had a falling out. Maybe it’s simply that they’ve moved far away – or we’re the ones who moved. Maybe their job will take them on the road this season and they’ll miss the big

family dinner. Whatever the cause, being separated from those we care about can certainly make it a blue, blue, blue, blue Christmas – or, you know, whatever holiday event. Aside from missing certain people at our holiday gatherings, having unmet expectations of any kind can throw a damper on any get together. Maybe Nana let the turkey cook until it was tough and dry. Maybe rain spoiled the plans for an evening campfire or that traditional backyard football game. Maybe you know you aren’t going to get that gift item on the top of your Christmas list, or you can’t afford to get your honey or your kids what you know they really want. On top of all that, this time of year makes many of us reflect on the months that have sped by – and all the many things that happened or didn’t happen, leaving us with the heaviness of regret. While it can be a hopeful time to look toward the future as the new year approaches, it’s all far too easy to get bogged down in

FILE PHOTO The RES fifth-grade chorus performs at Every Light a Prayer for Peace in 2022 outside the Franklin County Courthouse in downtown Russellville. all the ways this year didn’t pan out the way we hoped. We didn’t get to take that big trip. We lost a job, or we got a new job, but it’s turning out to be less awesome than we thought. And what about all those resolutions that came to nothing? Did you finally learn a new language? Lose weight? Crush your debt? No? Plenty of disappointment to go around. So as the all-important “holiday season” begins to envelop us, now is a good time to commit to keeping it as joyful as possible, despite all the things that might

threaten our happiness. This is a time of year for giving thanks, for focusing on the positive, for reaching out a hand to others. It’s a time for making precious memories, for seeking and embracing simple magic, for accepting with open arms whatever good comes your way. This season might not be perfect. In fact, we can be almost certain it won’t be. Few things are. But we can decide right now to steer clear of negative thoughts as much as possible and choose joy. That’s what we hope for all of you this time of year.

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Welcome to the beating heart of our community — our local small businesses. As executive directors of Russellville Main Street and the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, we’ve seen firsthand the impact these businesses have on our county. These are the businesses which show up to support our local schools and community efforts. Now, as the holiday season approaches, we invite you to join

us in supporting our local entrepreneurs on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25, and throughout the holiday season. Local small businesses are the backbone of our community, and they represent hard work, dreams and the spirit that defines us. It’s more than a date on the calendar; it’s a chance for each of us to contribute to the vitality of our community. 10 Ways to celebrate small vusinesses during the holiday season: Shop small businesses for groceries to make your legendary holiday recipes. Shop small businesses for birthday, anniversary and Christmas gifts that are thoughtful and unique. Shop small businesses when dining out before

or after a holiday performance or parade. Shop small businesses for vehicle maintenance and fueling up before your trip to see family. Shop small businesses for Christmas decorations that will lift your spirit. Shop small businesses when planning Christmas parties and impromptu gatherings. Shop small businesses when clothing your family during the season. Shop small businesses, barber shops, hair and nail salons to feel your best and prepare for a new year. Shop small businesses when renovating and organizing your home/office to purchase furniture and decor. Shop small businesses for your personal and

business accounting needs because good advice comes from someone who understands your local needs. Shop small businesses for auto, home, business and life insurance to protect you and those you love. Let’s make this day a celebration of unity and entrepreneurship supporting our community’s growth one purchase at a time. Save yourself time and gas money by shopping at our local businesses first. Join us in embracing the spirit of community on Small Business Saturday. Guest columnists are Ann Epperson McDermitt, executive director of Russellville Main Street, and Cassie L. Medley, executive director of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.

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Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Upsilon’s November meeting focused on the future of Overton Farm as an educational facility. Sharon Hindman Hester, former Franklin County District Judge in the 34th Judicial Court and DKG Alpha Upsilon Honorary Member, presented the program. Overton Farm, located in Hodges, was first established in 1817 by Abner and Judy Mae Overton. The family controlled the farm’s 160 acres until 1969, when the Tennessee Valley Authority purchased it and turned it into the Bear Creek Education Center, aimed at providing local children with a view of rural and farming life during the nineteenth century. Today, the

property is undergoing conservation and restoration efforts. John L. (Bo) Williams and Sharon Hindman Hester organized Past Times LLC for the purpose of rejuvenating the property known as “The Overton Farm” and using that property as an event venue. Past Times and others have partnered with Bear Creek to work diligently to get the property ready for public openings for various events. This venue provides a serene, private setting for special events or to enjoy the beauty of Bear Creek. With its elegant gathering room, dressing and staging space, beautiful tree-covered grounds with creekside view and ample parking, this venue is perfect for weddings, business, civic gatherings, reunions or educational excursions. The dormitories are currently being restored, and the future of Overton Farm is encouraging with regards to returning to an educational facility. DKG is an International Society whose members are outstanding Women

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Football season ends for Russellville with second round playoff loss at Moody

PHOTOS BY BRANNON KING TOP: The Russellville Golden Tigers and Moody Blue Devils prepare for the snap. LEFT: Gunner Sappington of Russellville runs with the ball versus Moody. RIGHT: Neyland Baker lifts Cam Phinizee into the air to celebrate a RHS touchdown. By Brannon King For the FCT The Russellville football season came to an end Friday night as the Golden Tigers fell 42-21 to the Moody Blue Devils in the second round of the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs. RHS traveled to Bill Morris Stadium, and supporters of both teams packed the stands to watch the battle. After the score was tied 14-14 at the half,

the Blue Devils pulled away during the final two quarters to secure the victory. Russellville fell behind 7-0 late in the first quarter on a six-yard Moody touchdown pass. The Golden Tigers evened the score halfway through the second period when Cam Phinizee ran for a sevenyard touchdown that was followed by the first of three Manny Martinez extra-point kicks.

The next Moody possession was short-lived when Russellville’s Malachi Duncan intercepted a Blue Devils’ pass. Phinizee then gave RHS the lead five plays later when he scored on a one-yard run with 2:49 left in the first half. However, the following 14-play Moody drive that produced a 13-yard TD pass as time expired in the second quarter to tie the game gave the Devils momentum.

After receiving the second half kickoff, MHS went ahead on a 19-yard touchdown pass and later grew the advantage to 28-14 by blocking a Russellville punt and scoring a TD after a miscue on the snap. The Devils added a fiveyard touchdown run by the quarterback early in the final period to go ahead by three touchdowns. Russellville’s Paxton Wray recorded a fourth down sack on defense to

give the Golden Tigers the ball with almost three minutes on the clock. Then, Harrison Burch completed two consecutive passes to Michael Scofield with the second resulting in a 17-yard touchdown. With the score 35-21, Moody recovered the following onside RHS kick and returned for a touchdown for the final points of the game. “What a great season for our guys. I thought we did

exactly what we were supposed to do,” Russellville head coach John Ritter said on the field after the game. The season ends with the Golden Tigers going 9-3 and winning their fourthstraight region title. “Now, obviously we wanted to win more but these guys played their guts out every Friday night. What a great group, and they played the game the right way,” Ritter added.

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Russellville athletes sign with Northwest Shoals for baseball and softball Three Russellville High School student athletes signed to continue playing sports at the next level with the Northwest Shoals Community College Patriots. The event took place Nov. 15 at the RHS field house. RHS baseball players Brandt Cummings and Cayden Johns signed with NWSCC and head coach David Langston while Jacey Moore of the Golden Tigers made her plans official by signing to play softball for the Patriots and head coach Angel Brown. The three standouts are currently high school seniors with another season left to play at RHS before heading to the junior college level. Cummings and Johns will be leaders on head coach

Jess Smith’s Russellville team, and Moore will be a top player on first-year RHS softball head coach Rick Lawson’s squad. “I’m happy to have this opportunity to sign,” Cummings said. “It’s a bit of a relief for the senior season to get that out of the way, and we can focus on this spring and bring one home maybe.” Both baseball signees shared they are looking forward to reuniting with Coach Langston who was a member of the Russellville coaching staff during their freshman and sophomore seasons. A large crowd filled the room at the Russellville field house to show their support for the players. “I appreciate everybody who came out from the community. It shows how much everybody cares about our

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PHOTOS BY BRANNON KING Russellville athletes Cayden Johns, Jacey Moore and Brandt Cummings sign with Northwest Shoals Community College. program,” Johns said. “It’s big-time being able to play for such a great school that’s close to home,” he added. “I feel very blessed and honored to get to play at Northwest Shoals because I’m going to get to stay close to home and having all my friends and family come out to support us all just means a lot to me.” Moore not only shines in the pitching circle but also on the basketball court. She said that getting to play with her sister Jemma is one of her favorite memories that she’s making while at RHS. “She’s a freshman, and I’m a senior this year, and last year, at the end of the season, we got to play softball together a little bit, and we got to play basketball together a little bit. This year, we’re getting to play both together full time, so I’m excited about that, and it’s very sweet to me.”

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By Bart Moss For the FCT The Phil Campbell Bobcats scored f wins last week, defeating Lamar County 47-44 and Cherokee 67-47 while falling to East Lawrence 48-43. Phil Campbell fell behind early to Lamar County, trailing 12-10 at the end of the first quarter. The Bobcats trimmed the lead to 19-18 by halftime. Phil Campbell pulled ahead in the third quarter, taking a 36-31 lead. The Bobcats held off an advance by Lamar County in the fourth quarter to claim the win. Logan Wright led Phil Campbell with 16 points, followed by Gage Baker with 11 points and Madden Welch with 10 points. Austin Elliott added eight points, and Logan Cooper added two points. Phil Campbell defeated the Cherokee Indians in their season opener 67-47. The Bobcats raced out to an 18-7 lead in the first quarter and led 31-20 at the half. Phil Campbell extended their lead to 52-29 in the third quarter. Hayden Wingo led the Bobcats with 16 points, followed by Gage Baker with 13 points, Logan Wright with 11 points and Austin Elliott with 10 points. Madden Welch added eight points. Hagen Raper and Logan Copper scored two points each. Cody Quinn finished with one point. The Bobcats lost to the East Lawrence Eagles 48-43. The Eagles led 24-23 at the half and 36-33 at the end of the third quarter. Gage Baker led Phil Campbell with 16 points. Hagen Raper added nine points, Hayden

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Vina girls basketball team tops Fayette County The Vina Red Devils beat Class 4A Fayette County 49-37 last week. The Red Devils led the Tigers 18-7 at the end of the first quarter, but Fayette

County roared back in the second quarter to cut Vina’s lead to 27-25. Richie Hester’s squad extended their lead to 35-31 at the end of the third quarter and dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring the Tigers 14-2 to secure the

win. Sara Harper led Vina with 13 points, followed by Lana Bell with 12 points and Khylee Brooks with 11 points. Layla Hester added five points, Mikala Mitchell four points, Mackenzie

Tharptown basketball beats Phillips By Bart Moss For the FCT The Thar ptown Wildcats scored a big opening season win with a dominating performance over the Phillips Bears, winning 66-30. Tharptown raced out

to a 15-8 first quarter lead and extended their lead to 34-17 at halftime. The Wildcats extended their lead to 52-30 in the third quarter and held the Bears scoreless in the fourth quarter to get the win. Dylan Valdez led

Tharptown with 18 points, followed by Malachi Minor with 13 points and Jackson Clement with 12 points. Israel Sanchez added nine points, Dawson Higgins five points, Dalton Maldonado five points and Edwin Vela four points.

Belgreen basketball topples Red Bay By Bart Moss For the FCT The Belgreen Bulldogs topped the Red Bay Tigers 58-25 to take the intercounty rivalry game. Belgreen put the game away early, building up a 22-3 first quarter lead and extending the lead to 34-11 at halftime. The Bulldogs took a 46-19 lead into the fourth quarter.

Dacota Green led all scorers with 22 points, including 14 in the first quarter. Makenna Fisher added eight points for Belgreen, Alayana Tate six points, Lilliana Willingham five points, Bryn Scott six points, Lily Green five points, Isabella Tate two points, Morgan Lauderdale two points and Mackinley Hogan

two points. DaRilee Coluburn led Red Bay with 15 points. Belgreen fell to New Site, Miss. 69-44. Green led the Bulldogs with 17 points, followed by Fisher with 10 points. Scott added five points, Carson Hovater four points, Isabella Tate three points, Lauderdale three points and Willingham two points.

Elrod four points and Kaley Attaway one point. Vina lost to Waterloo, 62-56. The Cougars dominated the first quarter, leading 23-10, and extended their lead at halftime, 38-21. Vina made a comeback

attempt in the third quarter, outscoring Waterloo 19-8, and cutting the Cougars lead to 46-40. Waterloo put the game away in the fourth quarter. Lana Bell led Vina with 15 points, followed by Kaley Attaway with 12

points. Sara Harper added five points, Mikala Mitchell four points, Khylee Brooks four points, Braxtyn Quinn two points, Harleigh Ridge two points, Brooklyn McEwen two points and Makenzie Elrod one point.

Red Bay basketball tops Belgreen By Bart Moss For the FCT The Red Bay Tigers dominated the Belgreen Bulldogs 71-28 in the rivals’ first meeting of the season. Red Bay led 15-9 at the end of the first quarter and 38-16 at halftime. The Tigers extended their lead

over the Bulldogs to 58-24 at the end of the third quarter. Red Bay’s Ty Reynolds led all scorers with 14 points. Brayden Tabbs and Conner Humphries followed with 10 points each. Jeremiah Robinson added seven points. Ethan McCoy, Kennedy

Wileman, Jaxson Vinson, Cody Carnes and Lawson Glover scored six points each. Will King led Belgreen with nine points. Bracycen Johnson added seven points, Aaron Rubido five points, Jonathan Mendoza four points and Alex Guidry three points.

Phil Campbell tops East Lawrence, Lamar County By Bart Moss For the FCT The Phil Campbell Bobcats got two big wins last week, beating East Lawrence 51-48 and Lamar County 51-22. East Lawrence led Phil Campbell 11-10 at the end of the first quarter and 21-20 at the half. Phil Campbell used a strong third quarter, outscoring

the Eagles 15-10 to take take a 35-31 lead, and held on for the lead. Leela Baker led the Bobcats with 21 points, followed by Hannah Welborn with 14 points. Macy Hardy added eight points, Mia Ambrosio four points, Sidda Rogers two points and IsaBella Ashely two points. Phil Campbell dominated Lamar County 51-22.

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By María Camp maria.camp@ franklincountytimes.com Representatives from various colleges visited Russellville High School during the annual Alabama College Application Campaign week. “I would like to thank our colleges for coming out and helping our students apply to college during ACLAC week I would also like to thank our community sponsors, including Community

Spirit Bank, Valley State Bank and Walmart,” said Alissa Moore, RHS school counselor. “Walmart, Papa John’s and Russellville Nutrition also donated.” During this week each year, colleges in Alabama waive their application fees. “There are 208 seniors this year,” Moore explained. “That’s the biggest class that’s ever come through Russellville High School Moore said the week plus pre parations

amounted to at least two weeks in order to help students taken full advantage of the opportunity. “We met with every senior on campus,” she added. “We talked about the three E’s -- employ, enroll or enlist. We have field trips, college fairs and career fairs we take the students on to help them prepare for their futures.” Moore said the focus will turn more to the type of jobs that interest the students in the spring. “Having a plan for

after high school is very important,” she added. “The kids needs to think about what they want to do after graduation.” More said the goal is to empower the students to learn about their options and take steps to work toward achieving their goals. “We work to help the students make informed decisions about what they want and try to help them go about preparing to do what they can in order to make that happen,” she added.

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WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE! Junk batteries, $4 each. Ranger Battery Co. 426 Royal Avenue. 256-766-0473 Autos For Sale 2013 FORD TAURUS All power, excellent condition inside and out. High mileage, but looks and drives like new, $7,400 or make reasonable offer. 256-702-6210 Leighton CHEVROLET CRUZE LTZ 2012 Red exterior. One owner, 140,000 miles. A nice, little car. $4,500 OBO 256-227-0513 Decatur HONDA: ACCORD, 2012 $12,950. LX One owner Four door. White… tan interior. Just serviced. Excellent condition Call 256572-2125 LINCOLN: TOWN CAR, 2011 $13,950. Signature Limited series, only 75k miles. Heated leather. Just serviced. A beautiful car! Call 256-527-2125

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CHEVROLET: S-10, 1995 $1,200. cab pickup new fuel pump, engine seized asking $1,200 OBO 256-443-3000 Killen

DODGE: RAM 1500, 2013 $17,900. Quad Cab, 4x4, Loaded Tradesman, Extra CLEAN, Very Well Maintained! Miles 102k, Call/Text (256)335-3377 Florence FORD: F-150, 1988 $6,000. Lariat, long wheel base, 5-speed, Call 256-762-4903 Tuscumbia GMC: SIERRA, 2008 $12,000, SLE Pickup Z71, excellent condition, gray, extended cab, 6.5 ft. bed, with bedliner and bed cover, Call 256-648-3728 Florence ISUZU: NPR Box Truck, 1993 $5,000, 14 ft. bed, 129,600 miles, rebuilt 350 Chevy engine and transmission with less thank 3,000 miles, Call/text 256-335-2941 Florence

NISSAN: FRONTIER, 2016 $24,495. 4x4 SV Crew Cab, very low miles - 50,980, 2nd owner, brand new tires, extra clean with lots of factory options. Call or text 256-7145940 for more details and pictures

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Announcements Public Notice FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT OF COMPLETION LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Boyett Construction Co., Inc. (The General Contractor) has completed the Contract for Improvements of: UNDERWOOD SHOWER RENOVATIONS 2023 FOR THE PHIL CAMPBELL HOUSING AUTHORITY PHIL CAMPBELL, ALABAMA JDE PROJECT NO. 22-18 for the PHIL CAMPBELL HOUSING AUTHORITY, PHIL CAMPBELL, ALABAMA, and have made request for final settlement of said contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify the Housing Authority or the Architect in writing at: Phil Campbell Housing Authority 19 Stallcup Circle, Phil Campbell, AL 35581 Evans Architectural Design 1823 27th Avenue South, Homewood, Alabama 35209 NOTE: This notice must be run

RUSSELLVILLE ELECTRIC BOARD, PLAINTIFF, VS. CASE NO.: CV-2021900004.00 BRADLEY CHRISTOPHER HEAD, MATTHEW MOTES, DWAYNE HELTON, JOHN SINCHER, et al., DEFENDANTS. NOTICE OF ACTION Bradley Chrisopher Head and John Sincher must answer the Complaint by the 7th day of December 2023, or in thirty (30) days thereafter, a judgment by default may be rendered against him in Case No.: 33-CV-2021900004.00, in the Circuit Court of Franklin County, Alabama. DONE this the 13th day of November 2023. Anita Scott, CLERK of the Court of Franklin County, Alabama Jeffrey L. Bowling Bedford, Rogers, Bowling & McReynolds P.C. Attorneys-at-Law P.O. Box 669 Russellville, AL 35653 Attorney for Plaintiff 11/15/23, 11/22/23, 11/29/23, 12/06/23 ADID 571581 MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE Default having been made in the terms of that mortgage executed on the 2nd day of July, 2013, by ESSERENE WILLINGHAM AKA ESSEREAN B. WILLINGHAM, a widow, to CB&S Bank, Russellville, Alabama, which said mortgage is recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Franklin County, Alabama, in Mortgage Book 755, Page 785, and default continuing, and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the following described property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the Courthouse doors of said County, during the legal hours of sale, on the 15th day of December, 2023. The property located in Franklin County, Alabama, and described in said mortgage is as follows, to wit: Lot No. 13 in the R. J. Nance Addition to the City of Russellville, Alabama, as shown by the McClure Survey of said Addition, which is of record in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Franklin County, Alabama, in Plat Book 1 and 2, Page 14 the same being more particularly described as follows: Begin at the point where the westerly line of Cross Street intersects the northerly line of Montgomery Street, and run westerly along the northerly line of Montgomery Street a distance of 100 feet to a point; thence northerly parallel with Cross Street a distance of 145 feet to a point; thence easterly parallel with Montgomery Street a distance of 100 feet to a point on the westerly line of Cross Street; thence southerly along the westerly line of Cross Street a distance of 145 feet to the point of beginning; being the property which was conveyed by Harold Scott and wife to Clemie Campbell and Willie L. Grayson on November 17, 1943. Said sale is made for the purpose of paying the mortgage debt and cost of foreclosure and will be conducted by McDowell, Beason, P.C., Attorneys at Law, P. O. Box 818, Russellville, Alabama. This sale will be made subject to any existing Junior Federal Tax Liens and unpaid ad valorem taxes, if any. CB&S BANK RUSSELLVILLE, ALABAMA Mortgagee www.TNValleyStuff.com

Mortgagee McDOWELL & BEASON, P.C. ATTORNEYS AT LAW P. O. BOX 818 RUSSELLVILLE, ALABAMA 35653 256/332-1660 11/22/23, 11/29/23, 12/06/23 ADID 572344 MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE Default having been made in the terms of that mortgage executed on the 6th day of December, 2019, by BOBBY McCALPIN to CB&S Bank, Russellville, Alabama, which said mortgage is recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Franklin County, Alabama, in Book 827, Page 631, and default continuing, and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the following described property will be sold to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the Courthouse doors of said County, during the legal hours of sale, on the 1st day of December, 2023. The property located in Franklin County, Alabama, and described in said mortgage is as follows, to wit: Lot No. 6 in Rouse Subdivision, Red Bay, Alabama, as recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Franklin County, Alabama, in Plat Book 2 and 3, Page 128. Said sale is made for the purpose of paying the mortgage debt and cost of foreclosure and will be conducted by McDowell, Beason, P.C., Attorneys at Law, P. O. Box 818, Russellville, Alabama. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure proceedings. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale will be made subject to any existing Junior Federal Tax Liens and unpaid ad valorem taxes, if any. CB&S BANK RUSSELLVILLE, ALABAMA Mortgagee McDOWELL & BEASON, P.C. ATTORNEYS AT LAW P. O. BOX 818 RUSSELLVILLE, ALABAMA 35653 256/332-1660 11/08/23, 11/15/23, 11/22/23 ADID 570356 MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Tarek Samara and Ilona D Samara to Bank of America, NA, dated August 22, 2014 said mortgage recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Franklin County, Alabama, in Book 768, Page 311 . Said mortgage was subsequently sold, assigned and transferred to Bank of America, N.A. Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the undersigned, Bank of America, N.A, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse in Franklin County, Alabama on December 19, 2023, during the legal hours of sale, all of its right, title, and interest in and to the following describe real estate situated in Franklin County, Alabama, towit: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE, SITUATED IN FRANKLIN COUNTY, ALABAMA, TO-WIT: THE SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST, LESS AND EXCEPT: COMMENCE AT THE SE CORNER OF SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST; THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGS. 30 MINS. WEST 328 FEET 6 INCHES TO AN IRON STAKE FOR POINT OF BEGINNING THENCE SOUTH 87 DEGS. 30 MINS. WEST 294 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE ON EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY OF PHIL CAMPBELL AND BLUE SPRINGS ROAD 30 FEET FROM CENTER THEREOF; THENCE NORTH 48 DEGS. 40 MINS EAST ALONG SAID ROAD 210 FEET; THENCE NORTH 50 DEGS. 33

THENCE NORTH 50 DEGS. 33 MINS. EAST ALONG SAID ROAD 300 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 17 DEGS. 20 MINS. EAST 198 FEET 6 1/2 INCHES TO POINT OF BEGINNING, BEING AND LYING IN THE SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST, FRANKLIN COUNTY, ALABAMA. ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT: A PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGIN AT THE SE CORNER OF SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8, RANGE 11 WEST; THENCE WEST ALONG SAID 40 LINE 4.95 CHAINS TO AN IRON STAKE; THENCE NORTH 3.01 CHAINS 30 FEET FROM THE CENTER OF THE BLUE SPRINGS ROAD; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OR SAID ROAD EASTERLY 5.94 CHAINS TO WHERE SAID ROAD INTERSECTS SECTION LINE; THENCE SOUTH ALONG SECTION LINE 6.59 CHAINS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 2 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, AND BEING IN THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST. ALSO LESS AND EXCEPT: BEGIN AT THE SW CORNER OF SE 1/4 OF NE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST AND RUN NORTH ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY OF SAID FORTY FEET; THENCE SE TO A POINT ON SOUTH BOUNDARY OF SAID FORTY 108.9 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1/2 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, AND BEING IN THE SE 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST. CONSISTING OF APPROXIMATELY 35 ACRES. Property Street Address for Informational Purposes: 723 Highway 75 Phil Campbell AL 35581 Said property will be sold “AS IS”. NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE AS TO THE TITLE OF SAID PROPERTY. Said property is subject to any title deficiencies including but not limited to: any outstanding ad valorem taxes - including taxes which are a lien but not yet due and payable, federal tax liens any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, covenants, and matters of record superior to the Mortgage first set out above. Said property will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto. The highest bidder must tender the total amount of the winning bid in certified funds at the time and place of sale. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand the rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all expenses of this sale, as provided in said Mortgage and by Alabama law. This sale is subject to postponement or cancelation. **This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.** Bank of America, N.A, Mortgagee or Transferee Jonathan Smothers, Esq ALAW One Independence Plaza, Suite 416 Birmingham, AL 35209 Attorney for Mortgagee/Transferee 23008782 A-4802027 11/22/2023, 11/29/2023, 12/06/2023 ADID 571733

PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE OF JERRELL EDWARD BORDEN, DECEASED Case# 23-0120 PROBATE COURT OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, ALABAMA Letters of Administration of said deceased having been granted to SHIRLEY GEAN BORDEN, as Administratrix, of the Estate of JERRELL EDWARD BORDEN, deceased, on the 13th day of November, 2023, by Honorable Barry Moore, Judge of Probate Court of Franklin County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time allowed by law or the same will be barred. 11/22/23, 11/29/23, 12/06/23 ADID 571728 PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE OF KRISTI ANN DEMONIA, DECEASED Case# 23-0116 PROBATE COURT OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, ALABAMA Letters of Administration of said deceased having been granted to JEFF WILEMON, as Administrator, of the Estate of KRISTI ANN DEMONIA deceased, on the 7th day of November, 2024, by Honorable Barry Moore, Judge of Probate Court of Franklin County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time allowed by law or the same will be barred. 11/15/23, 11/22/23, 11/29/23 ADID 570961

Court of Franklin County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time allowed by law or the same will be barred. 11/15/23, 11/22/23, 11/29/23 ADID 570963

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PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE OF MARGARET ENLOW, DECEASED Case# 23-0101 PROBATE COURT OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, ALABAMA Letters Testamentary of said deceased having been granted to RONALD RAY MANSELL, as Executor, of the Last Will & Testament, of MARGARET ENLOW, deceased, on the 8th day of November, 2023, by Honorable Barry Moore, Judge of Probate Court of Franklin County, Alabama. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time allowed by law or the same will be barred. 11/15/23, 11/22/23, 11/29/23 ADID 570964 PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE OF RAYMOND R. DYKES, DECEASED Case# 23-0118 PROBATE COURT OF FRANKLIN COUNTY, ALABAMA Letters Testamentary of said deceased having been granted to CAROL R. DYKES, as Executrix, of the Last Will & Testament, of RAYMOND R. DYKES, deceased, on the 8th day of November, 2023, by Honorable Barry Moore, Judge of Probate Court of Franklin County Ala-

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November 22, 2023

Free crayons & coloring book for all kids who enter!

Christmas Coloring Contest!

Each winner will receive a $25 Walmart gift card. Winning entries will publish in the newspaper on December 20. Entries due by December 15, 2023. Children up to 12 years old eligible to enter. No Purchase Necessary.

Christmas Coloring Contest Contest Entry Form Child’s Name:_________________________________________________ Child’s Age:_________ Parent’s Name:__________________________________________________________________ Home Address:__________________________________________________________________ City:_____________________________________ ST:___________ Postal Code:______________ Parent’s Contact Phone:____________________________________________________________ Parent’s Email:___________________________________________________________________

The contest is open to children up to the age of 12. Three winners total, one winner from each category, 6 and under, 7-9, 10-12. Each child may enter more than once. No purchase necessary. Contest entries will not be returned. Contest entries may be displayed or published in print and online by this newspaper. Children of newspaper and sponsor employees are not eligible to win. The decision of the judges is final. Winners will be notified by phone and may pick up their prize at the Franklin County Times office. *The contest and all the related pages, contents are copyright of The Franklin County Times. Copying or unauthorized use of any copyrighted materials, trademarks, logos or any other intellectual property without the express written consent of its owner is strictly prohibited.

Mail coloring page with completed form to: The Franklin County Times Christmas Coloring Contest P.O. Box 1088 Russellville, AL 35653 Or, you may bring it by: 501 N. Jackson Ave. Byars Building, Ste. 7 Russellville, AL 35653.