The Hartselle Enquirer - December 27, 2023

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VOLUME 90, NO. 52

Moore leaves Hartselle for 7A Opelika

By Russell Frye For the Enquirer Hartselle’s head football coach Bryan Moore has been announced as the new head coach at Opelika High School. Moore resigned from Hartselle this past Tuesday.

“Hartselle will always be a special place for my family and me,” Moore said. “The people and community are incredible and they were nothing short of wonderful to us. We are sad to leave such an unbelievable place but feel that we have certainly left the program in a great spot with another awesome team

coming back. We are excited about a new opportunity but will miss Hartselle.”

Moore leaves Hartselle after compiling a 38-9 record. He led the Tigers to the playoffs in each of his four seasons, including a trip to the quarterfinals in 2022. He won two region championships with the Tigers.

He started his coaching career at Opelika, coaching ninth-grade football in 2007. He joined the varsity staff in 2009 and served as their offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach from 2011-14 before leaving to take his first head coaching position at Eufaula.

“We want to Thank Bryan Moore for his time here at Hartselle High School,” Hartselle assistant principal and athletic director Jake Miles said. “We wish him all the best at Opelika.”

Hartselle has begun the search for their new head coach. The next hire will be Hartselle’s third head coach since Bob Godsey left following the 2018 season.

“We feel we are in good shape moving forward,” Miles said. “We have a tremendous coaching staff currently in place that will lead our team through the transition. We have a school that will attract the very best.”

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Former Hartselle football head coach Bryan Moore.

Windows Wonderland winners announced Special to the Enquirer

In a dazzling display of festive spirit, the Downtown Hartselle Business League recently treated locals and visitors alike to the enchanting “Windows Wonderland,” a holiday spectacle sponsored by Davidson Homes, River City Mom and State Farm.

The competition, which saw storefronts decked out in festive finery, drew attention from all corners of the community. A panel of judges presided over the event, bringing their expertise and discerning eyes to select the

top participants.

Taking home the coveted first place was Edward Jones. Mercantile on Main claimed a well-deserved second place, while the third spot went to Whinny Wisdom.

Not to be overshadowed, Greco Fiore Designs (GF) and Main Street Bakery earned honorable mentions for their windowscapes.

The panel of judges this year included Judge David Breland from the Morgan County Board of Tourism, Lilly Warner representing the Mountain Lakes Association and Malea Hames.

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Hugh and Melanie Greene discuss some of the features of their holiday light show on Thursday evening at their Somerville home. The display has 30,000 lights.

“I remember the first year, we added a techno remix of Jingle Bells,” Hugh said. “We like to add music that has a lot going on in it to make the lights really dance.”

Hugh designs the light shows on his laptop using Light-O-Rama software and incorporates the music into the software as well.

“We break down the music, which takes hours,” Hugh said. “Just breaking it down is like two hours per minute of song. During that process, we set timing marks on songs to make the lights move and dance.”

Melanie said they start setting up the lights and props on Nov. 1, but the planning of every light show comes way before that.

“I’m at Walmart the day after Christ-

mas at 6 a.m. looking for Christmas lights on sale,” Melanie said.

The Greenes add a new song to their light display every year and this year they have chosen “Feliz Navidad” and the Mariah Carey classic “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” “We chose Feliz Navidad because I want our music to be inclusive so everyone in the community can enjoy it,” Hugh said. “And Mariah Carey’s song, it’s one of the most iconic songs people joke about every year.”

Melanie said they are using 30,000 lights this year.

“I can officially say we’re using more lights than the Griswold family,” Melanie said, referring to the 1989 film See LIGHTS, page 8

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When Hugh Greene Jr. and his wife Melanie built their first Christmas light display at their Somerville home 10 years ago, a visitor thanked them for brightening her holiday spirit. That, Melanie said, is what their tradition is all about.

“She left a note in our suggestions box saying, ‘Thank you, I was having a blue Christmas,’” Melanie said. “(Hugh) really was, too, and I realized that’s why we need to keep doing this.”

The Greene family property is full of Christmas characters that light up every night and sing and dance to music, such as a dancing snowman and a quartet of classic Christmas characters singing. The lights and characters extend to Hugh’s mother’s and brother’s properties next door, the blue, red, green and gold lights visible from Alabama 67.

Hugh, an electrical engineer, first developed the concept to show off his artistry and construction skills. He laughs when he remembers the first prototype snowman he built.

“The snowman was held up by ropes between two big pine trees,” Hugh said.

“And he was built out of hula hoops,” Melanie added.

Hugh modified the snowman this year and built a steel frame out of 3-inch angle iron and crafted four different faces out of PVC pipes on the frame: a nutcracker, Santa, an elf, and the gingerbread man.

“Their mouths sing along with the music,” Melanie said.

From 5 p.m. to midnight, visitors can witness 30 minutes of characters dancing to the beat of eight Christmas songs.

The family adds a new song every year, featuring diverse music from many different artists.

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Hartselle

James Robert Peck, 89, of Hartselle, passed away at his residence surrounded by his family on Sunday, December 17, 2023. He was born on October 18, 1934, to James Elliotte Peck and Gladys Elizabeth Stewart Peck.

Visitation will be Wednesday, December 20, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Thursday, December 21, at Hartselle First Methodist Church at 11:00 AM with Bro. Bobby Ray Halbrooks, Bro. Mike Pope, Bro. Doug Wells, and Bro. Harold Thompson officiating.

He graduated from Morgan County High School (Hartselle) in 1953 and then API (Auburn University) in 1957 with a degree in Business Administration. He returned to Hartselle after graduation to work in the family funeral and insurance businesses. He dedicated his life to serving the community in Morgan County and the surrounding area for the remainder of his life.

He was a former member of the Hartselle Kiwanis Club where he served as president.

He was a lifetime member of the Hartselle First Methodist Church where he served on the Administrative Board. He was the recipient of the E.R. Roberts Award for Business by the Hartselle Chamber of

OBITUARIES Commerce. Most importantly he was a faithful, loving husband, friend, businessman, Dad, and Papaw.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Gail Sims Peck; a sister, Barbara Peck Payne and his parents.

Survivors include one son, Jim Peck (Kim) of Hartselle; one daughter, Jamie Peck Host (Alan) of Hartselle; one sister, Elizabeth Peck Speake; four grandchildren, Emily Peck, Arthur Peck (Anna), Micah Host (Brittni) and Ryan Host (Lacey); 11 greatgrandchildren, Mason, Eli, Bailey Ann, and Nolan Peck.

Harper, Cooper, and Murphy Host. Maleigh, Isaiah, Selah, and Julia Host; numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Arthur Peck, Micah Host, Ryan Host, Dr. John Payne, Jim Payne, Elliotte Speake, Charlie Speake, and Art Glasgow.

Honorary pallbearers will be current and former employees of Peck Funeral Home and Peck Glasgow Agency.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Fresenius Kidney Care of Decatur, Anna Dove and Hospice of North Alabama, as well as his caregivers: Amanda, Sue, Janice M., Auburn and Janice.

The family requests any memorials be made to the Good Samaritan Fund of Hartselle First Methodist Church or your favorite charity.

Billie Irene Hembree

Hartselle A Graveside Funeral service and Interment for Billie Irene Hembree, 94, will be Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Johnson Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Freddy Hembree officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. No Visitation is scheduled.

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Mrs. Hembree passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023. She was born October 10, 1929, in Jackson County, to John Henry Rogers and Lillie Bell Peters Rogers.

She was a homemaker for her family and a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She loved being around her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, who she loved dearly, to them she was Memom. She always was sweet and pleasant to be around and had a smile for everyone. She wasn’t able to go to church but still enjoyed her Sunday School Lesson every week.

Her Sunday School teacher, Glenda Wright, would come to her house and teach her.

They always had a sweet fellowship.

She always enjoyed going to the Smoky Mountains with Jimmy and Glenda yearly, until she wasn’t able to travel.

She left this world peacefully to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on Sunday afternoon at 2:15 PM. She had been praying for this day ever since her husband passed away six years ago.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred E. Hembree; her parents; and a son, Steve Hembree.

Survivors include her sons, Freddy Hembree (Gina), Vinemont, AL and Mike Hembree (Jenelle), Hartselle, AL; brother, Bobby Dobbins (Nell); six grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Josh Hembree, Jared Hembree, Jay Hembree, Lucas Hembree, Jay Anderson and Jeff Woodruff.

Her family wishes to extend special thanks to her caregivers, Maxine Hembree, Glenda Hembree, Cheri Cadle, Essie Harris, and Southern Care Hospice.

She was a “Virtuous woman and her price was far above rubies” Proverbs 31:10-31.

Decatur Funeral service for Linda Lee Borden, 65, will be Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 7 PM at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bo Gunter officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing.

Mrs. Borden died on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Decatur Morgan Hospital.

She was born May 25, 1958, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, to Arwood Lee Agerton and Betty Marie Bell Agerton.

She was a homemaker and caregiver for her family and was the most giving person. She enjoyed taking care of other people and loved taking care of children especially. She gave good advice and was loved by all who knew her. Her parents pre-

ceded her in death.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Borden; sons Mason Lee Borden (Courtney Freeze) and David Lee Agerton; brother Kenneth Lee Agerton; nephew Justin Lee Agerton; grandchildren Alex Hendrix, Harmony Steeples and Zoey Agerton.

Brenda Crow

Hartselle Funeral service for Brenda Crow, 66, will be Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 4 p.m. at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tony Johnson officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing.

Mrs. Crow died on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Decatur Morgan Hospital.

She was born March 15, 1957, in Morgan County, to Ernest Cecil Crow and Madgie Mae Hitt Crow.

She was a Daycare worker for Childtec, prior to her passing. Mrs. Crow was a member of the First Independent Methodist Church.

She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and enjoyed art and crossword puzzles.

Survivors include her son Jonathan Amerson; daughters Debbie Winsink (Jason), Kristi Crow (Mark) and Nicole Crow; brother Albert Crow; sisters Mildred Putman, Demetria Cass, Peggy Bassham (Randy) and Tonia Kay Crow; six grandchildren Sage, Jenna, Megan, Donald, Jayden and Kayden.

Hazel Olene Chriss Hartselle

Funeral service for Hazel Olene Chriss, 91, will be Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gordon Wilbanks officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing.

Burial will be in Hartselle C i ty Ce m e t e r y.

Ms. Chriss died on Monday, December 18, 2023 at Falkville Health Care Center.

She was born Monday, May 9, 1932, in Cullman County to Arthur Clarence Eddy and Clela O. Green Eddy.

She was a homemaker for her family, a good cook and enjoyed eating .

She also enjoyed watching TV, the Dallas Cowboys and playing Bingo. Ms. Chriss was a Baptist.

Preceding her in death were her son: Donnie Morgan,

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Kathie Murphy Taylor Decatur

Funeral service for Kathie Murphy Taylor age 74 of Decatur will be Friday, December 22, 2023, at 11:00am at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Ralph Henderson and Brother Steve Barber officiating with burial in the Mt. Tabor Cemetery with Peck Funeral Home directing.

Mrs. Taylor, who was born April 22, 1949, in Morgan County to James Carl Murphy and Goldie Lemley Murphy, died on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Howard L. Taylor, her brother’s, Donald Murphy, and Ray Murphy, and sisters, Doyce Maxwell, and Carolyn Foreman.

She attended Decatur Baptist Church and Soul Harbor Baptist Church and owned her own business with Home Interior & Gifts for over 30 years. Kathie was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend but truly adored her Grandchildren. She loved to cook, travel, and take cruises. Kathie was a very talented singer, singing with her sisters, “The Murphy Sisters” for most of their lives. She and her husband Howard enjoyed the fellowship and singing at Hack Ward’s Music Barn in Hartselle.

Survivors include two sons: Jesse Shawn Taylor (Kelly) and daughters, Madalyn Taylor Morgan (Justin),Lauren Burrows and son, Samuel Taylor, Benjamin Shane Taylor (Davina), daughter, Chesney Taylor and sons, Gavyn Taylor and Brody Terry; daughter: Bridgette Taylor Boykin (Robert) and her sons, Mason, and Dakota Boykin; two sisters: Vickie Eaton Judy Dunn one great-grandchild: Auslyn Taylor Troy Taylor, Matthew Moore, Eli Moore, Anthony Maxwell, Rick Williams, Cade Upton, Rudy Rodriquez, Johnny Maxwell, and Jeremy Murphy will serve as pallbearers.

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daughters: Deborah Laney and Teresa Sandling and a grandson: Donny Morgan, Jr. Survivors include her sons Mike Morgan, Jeff Morgan (Laurie) and J.R. Morgan; daughters Sandra Morgan and Pam Lack (Ed); brother, Dillard Eddy; sister, Charlotte Hamilton, 19 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Ed Lack, Jamie Faribanks, David Morgan, Shawn Bennett and Lance Sandlin.

Hartselle Funeral service for Aclin “Mac” Maxwell, 90, will be Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Nature’s Trail Church with Bro. Johnny Maxwell officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing.

Burial will be in Antioch Church Cemetery.

Mr. Maxwell died on Mon-

day, December 18, 2023 at River City Center. He was born June 26, 1933, in Morgan County, to Rexie Maxwell and Lora Mae Mason Maxwell.

Aclin was a founding member of the Nature’s Trail Church and served as an Elder until his death. He retired from a long career at the Morgan County School System as a Transportation Director and Supervisor. Aclin proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War and afterwards. He also helped develop the School Bus Drivers Manual for safety and operations. Aclin’s passion was to go fishing with his family and especially his wife of 49 years, Doyce Ellen Maxwell. After Doyce passed away, Aclin and Mildred Watkins became church attending and fishing friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Doyce Ellen Murphy Maxwell, his parents, brothers: Bly, Cohen, Jake, Delver, Ceigel, John Rayburn, and sister: Loene Hamilton.

Survivors include his sons Anthony Carl Maxwell (Teresa) and Johnny Ray Maxwell (Sharon) ; daughter - Shelby Ann Maxwell Farrow (Ronnie); three grandchildren; five great-grandchilldren and one great grandchild.

Pallbearers will be Trevor Maxwell, David Lemmond, Jeremy Jones, John Maxwell, Doug Townsend and Johnny Hamilton.

In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial donations be made to The Cross of North Alabama

Steve Kaiser Falkville

Steve Kaiser died on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Decatur Morgan Hospital. He was born August 22, 1963, in Summerset County, New Jersey, to William Kaiser and Doris Garrison Kaiser. He was a welder and worked in fabrication for Nucor, prior to his retirement.

He loved to ride his motorcycle, loved to work, his job, video games, especially (Resident Evil).

He was a loving and proud father. Preceding him in death were his parents and two brothers, Michael Kaiser and David Kaiser.

Survivors include his sons Weston Kaiser; brothers Shane Kaiser and Scott Parker; Sisters - Pat Kaiser and Kim Kaiser No services are scheduled at this time.

Roger Del Ward

Hartselle Funeral service for Roger Del Ward, 71, will be Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Walter Blackman officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Burial will be in Hartselle Memory Gardens.

Visitation will be Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home.

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The American Legion Auxiliary Post 52 meets on the first Thursday of every month. The event is open to women veteran including the spouse’s daughters and mothers, of veterans interested in joining the American Legion. The meetings are held at the John Thompson Post 52 Legion Hall located at 1110 Sparkman St. NW. For more info, call Laurie Cooper at 256-612-7444.

Weight Watchers meetings are Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at the civic center. JMK Martial Arts- Join Weigh-in begins 5 p.m. JMK Martial Arts & FitFor more info, visit www. ness at the Hartselle Civic Center and build a more weightwatchers.com. confident you! Martial A cancer support group arts and fitness classes meets on the first Monday are available for kids and of each month at 6 p.m. at adults. Classes are divided the Pleasant Place build- into age groups as follows; ing. Any person with any Pre-Kubs (ages 3-4), Lil type of cancer is invited to Kubs (ages 5-7), Kid Kubs attend. For more informa- (ages 8-10), Jr. Kubs (ages 11-14) and adults (ages 15 tion, call 784-5694. and older). Classes include Kim Robertson, a former karate, HapKiDo, wresUniversity of Alabama tling/grappling, sparring, Crimsonette, instructs a self defense, fitness and girls baton class for ages conditioning. See www.

5 and older in the basics JMKMartialArts.com for a of baton at the civic cen- schedule and pricing. ter. The fee for this class is $50 per month. Classes Hartselle Nutrition Cenmeet on Thursday after- ter invites seniors to join noons. Call the civic center area senior citizens, ages 55 and older, for mornfor details. ings of games, food and good times. Participants All mothers of active duty also go on monthly outings reserve or honorably disand play bingo and cards, charged military service along with other activities. members are invited to Suggested donation for attend monthly meetings the daily lunch is $1.25 per of Blue Star Mothers of person.

Anyone who does America, Inc. The Mornot have transportation to gan County Chapter meets the center can call Steve the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at East at 256-773-0786. ArrangeHighland Baptist Church ments will be made for free NARCOG transit. The in Hartselle. nutrition center is open Priceville Palace, 716 NE Mon. through Fri., excludThompson Road, Pricev- ing holidays, from 8 a.m. ille, will have Ricky D the until noon.

Dancing DJ Fridays from 7-10 p.m. Saturdays will Celebrate Recovery, a feature a dance class from Christ-centered, 12-step 6-7 p.m. followed by Coun- program for anyone with try Editions Band from a hurt, habit or hang-up, 7-10 p.m. For more info meets at 5:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church call 256-353-4362. in Hartselle. Meetings Hartselle Hope AA Meet- are every Monday night, ings meets at the following including a free meal at times: Monday-Saturday 5:30 p.m. and the group at 5:30 and 7 p.m.; Mon- meeting at 6:15 p.m. Celday, Wednesday and Fri- ebrate Recovery aims to day at noon, Sundays at 9 offer a safe place to meet a.m. and 6 p.m. Located with others who are also 527 Sparkman St. SW. For seeking healing. For more more information call 256- info email jhand@fum606-6211, 256-778-9081 or chartselle.org.

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Morgan County, to John Edward “Pete” Ward and Rachel Faye Sims Ward.

Del was a faithful Christian man who loved the Lord. He was a wonderful Husband, father, and grandfather, and was extremely proud of his two sons and the men they became.

His grandchildren were his pride and joy. Del loved to fish and had wonderful fishing buddies. Del also loved to watch Alabama football.Del was blessed in 2008 to be given the gift of life by receiving a lung transplant. This extended his life Fifteen and a half years. The family asks if you aren’t an organ donor, please consider becoming one.The family would like to thank several people instrumental in Del’s care these past 15 years. Dr. John V. Irle., who was his primary care physician. He was instrumental in diagnosing Del and putting him with the right lung doctors to get his transplant.

The family would also like to thank Melissa Shupe, his Respiratory Therapist; She was always ready to take his weekly call, and for anything that he needed. Del had a genuine fondness for her. Dr. Keith Willie, his pulmonologist at UAB Hospital for 16 years. Del and Anita gained a wonderful

A rock climber was rescued after falling approximately 26 feet at Yellow Bluff on Friday, accordfriend, whom they grew to love and respect over the years, Lanier O’Hare.

She was his first transplant coordinator and was always there for them the entirety of his journey. She made Del’s life brighter with her humor, support, and encouragement.

His parents preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife Anita Clemons Ward; sons Kris Ward (Melissa) and Nick Ward; Sister - Bonnie Weinman (Doug); grandsons Tyde Ward, Luke Ward, Keaton Ward and Lawson Ward granddaughters - Lillie Ward and Everly Ward A host of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Tommy Tyler, Ivan Self, Bill Smelser, Jimmy Moore, Mark England and Mickey Smith.

Irene Dobbs Newman

Hartselle Mrs. Irene Newman passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at her residence. She was born September 19, 1942, in the Netherlands, to Wilhelm Prins and Johanna Marie deHaas Prins.

She was a substitute teacher for the Hartselle City School System, prior to her retirement. She was also a member of the local congregation of the Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall. She loved to laugh and enjoyed joking around and had a wonderful sense of humor. She went to

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The Morgan County Rescue Squad, Florette Fire and Brindley Mountain Fire responded to the scene east of Somerville beyond the intersection of

Alabama 36 and Alabama 67 and safely extracted the climber from the woods.

Emergency medical personnel were evaluating the climber for injuries.

the beat of her own drum.

The family wants to extend special thanks to Kim and Gary Woods for all of their help and care.

Survivors include her son Terry Dobbs (Debbie); daughter Belinda Dobbs (friend - Christina Tucker); two grandchildren Savannah Dobbs and Will Dobbs; three great-grandchildren Olivia, Oliver and Kira. No services are scheduled at this time.

ern when she was younger and also loved to play golf. She was a Supervisor and Data Operator for Redstone Arsenal, prior to her retirement. She enjoyed reading, sewing, baking and trying new recipes and loved her grandchildren. She loved learning knew things. She attended New Beginnings Baptist Church.

Preceding her in death were her husband, Ronald C. Bryant, sisters, Pauline McCutcheon and Tera Penn Pepper and her parents.

Survivors include her sons Vincent Bryant (Terri) and Andrew “Andy” Bryant (Lorie); sister Barbara Hartselle; five grandchildren Camellia Rawls (Allen), Ronald Bryant (Kim), Nicholas Bryant, Natalie Bryant and Naomi Bryant; four greatgrandchildren Paxton Gibbs, Carson Rawls, Hudson Rawls and Clara Bryant.

Pallbearers will be Ronald Bryant, Allen Rawls, Nicholas Bryant, Kim Reeves, Frank Kilgore and Daryl Sandlin.

Jerry Morris Bryant

Decatur A Graveside Funeral service for Jerry Morris Bryant, 93, will be Saturday, December 23, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Herring Cemetery with Bro. Clyde Ledlow officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing.

Mrs. Bryant died on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at River City Center. She was born May 30, 1930, in Morgan County, to James Morris and Venta Parker Morris.

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’ve been driving my own car for over 70 years. Never in that time did I imagine I’d be paying more than $2 a gallon for gas to keep it running.

I’m paying that price and more because I have no choice. I have to go to Huntsville periodically to see a doctor, in addition to making shorter drives to the pharmacy and grocery store.

As far as Geanell and me are concerned, we’re both retired, our children and grandchildren are gainfully employed and raising families of their own, and we’re used to getting by on a fixed income, with a small adjustment for inflation. We’re thankful that we don’t have to foot the upkeep

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oday I am visiting a column published early this year. It is a good follow-up to last week’s thoughts on the “Perfect Gifts.” By now we have unwrapped all our Christmas gifts.

We have tried them on like new shoes and decided some of them are not a comfortable fit. Some we have returned to be redeemed for cash or swapped for items more to our liking. We may have put some away in the closet vowing to break them in later.

Now our thoughts turn to New Year resolutions. Some we have resolved before, but like challenging gifts we have put them aside vowing we will keep them at a later date.

The more serious resolutions have to do with the quality and goals we hope to reach in 2024. They should advance us toward the vision we have for life.

Recently on a night when sleep

of driving an automobile to and from school and work at a distant location five days a week.

We see little or no hope for the cost Clif Knight of fuel to cost Staff Writer less, both for home heating Emeritus and motor vehicles, in the near future. The move to release l00,000 barrels of oil per day from national reserves reduced the cost to the consumer by a few cents per gallon but will

eluded me, I channel surfed in hopes of finding some program that would distract my thoughts long enough for my mind to slow A. Ray Lee down.

I Columnist clicked past numerous channels that I normally watch. I came to one showing old Western movies just as a movie was starting.

Its title, “A Man Without a Star”, caught my attention.

As the names of the actors scrolled across the screen a lonely cowboy rode across an empty prairie without any destination in mind. Ah, I thought, here is a feel-good story

not restore the nation’s ability to regain the self-sufficient status of the pre-2020 era. Estimates that the price could reach $10 per gallon before the nation achieves all-electric status by 2035 aren’t unrealistic.

I can remember when you could buy a gallon of kerosene from the rolling store for less than the cost of a gallon of gasoline. In 1950, we met the peddler with an empty one-gallon kerosene can, and we filled it for less than a quarter. Our mother used kerosene to start fires in her wood cook stove and to treat fresh cuts and stab wounds on the hands and feet of four brothers and me.

Two years later, I was part

about a man finding his place in life. He is looking for a town where he will be accepted. He will find a sweetheart, settle down, perhaps become sheriff, and wear a badge on his chest. He will find his guiding star and live happily ever after.

I placed the remote aside and leaned back on the pillows as he entered a town and received a warm welcome. But to my disappointment, he refused to accept the invitation given to him by the town to become an integral part of their community and find a good life with them. Two hours later he is riding out of town with his bedroll tied behind his saddle. Thus, the meaning of the title became clear to me.

He would always be a drifter until he found a guiding star for his life.

Stars have always been instrumental in physical travel. Following their guidance vast oceans were successfully crossed. Journeys were

Quotable

It’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.

John Wooden - 1910-2010 - American Basketball Coach .

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Mission Statement owner and driver of a 1931 Ford coupe. For a quarter’s worth of gas we could drive it from Lineville to Anniston and back on a Sunday afternoon and drive it from Barfield to Lineville High School and back the next week for another half dollar’s worth.

I traded for a 1948 Plymouth coupe after high school graduate and working a 24-7 shift at a gas station on the Birmingham to Atlanta highway. A gas war was raging on that highway at the time. We marked down a gallon of regular gas to 12 cents.

We also pumped the gas, washed the windshield and pumped up under-inflated tires free of charge.

completed with only the stars to show the way. Even today heavenly bodies are used in our GPS systems.

If we have not done so we would do well to find a star to guide us in our pursuit of life.

In the account of the birth of Jesus, Matthew tells of wise men who followed a star. After a long journey, they found the Christ Child and presented him with precious gifts as they bowed in worship before him.

Their lives were forever enriched.

They had followed a guiding star and found that for which they had long sought.

Everyone needs a star to guide them. The words of the Apostle Paul come to mind. “This one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching for those things which are before me I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling in Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 3:13-14)

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believe I have reached a conclusion as to why New Year’s resolutions end up failing; I’ve done meticulous, scientific research that consisted of me thinking about it for five minutes and it seems to me that the biggest problem is the things we resolve to do aren’t any fun. At all. You resolve to no longer eat the food that you love most in the world?

Obviously that’s going to fail.

I think it’s time we start a resolution revolution. Let’s normalize resolving to do things that we will enjoy, as opposed to not doing things that we may enjoy but

maybe aren’t best for us.

I’ll go first. I resolve to listen to more Tom T. Hall in 2024. It won’t improve my health any, but it certainly won’t make any- Jacob Hatcher thing worse. Community In addition to Columnist that I intend on spending significantly more time petting our

coonhound Merle. He’s a pretty good dog and I think he’s earned a few more scratches behind the ear every day.

I doubt I will become a gym rat or anything in 2024, but I can certainly commit to watching more football next fall. I won’t neglect work or my family or anything, but who needs to read a book on a Monday night when there are people half your age chasing each other around to see who can give the most concussions?

I also resolve to teach my kids more of the important things in life, like ensuring they learn the

beauty of BBQ and sharpen their sense of humor on a healthy dose of Jerry Clower. I’ll foster in them an appreciation for the arts through compelling cinema like Lonesome Dove and Smokey and the Bandit.

Maybe this trend will catch on; perhaps this time next year the world will see how different I am for having resolved to have a good time and laud me as a pioneer. They’ll hang portraits in the courthouse and erect statues in my honor.

And even if they don’t, you still can’t beat a year filled with BBQ and good music.

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View of Bowery (now Sparkman) Street to the North, circa 1910. Main Street is in the background. Loaded cotton wagons from all directions convened in Hartselle for the Gins. S.E. Stewart Store on the left, Will Cox and Gill Drug Store on the right. Hartselle Historical Society

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The Morgan County 4H Livestock Judging Team won the Alabama state championship back in June and recently got a chance to represent Alabama at the National 4H Livestock Judging Contest which is held in conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky. The contest measures students’ ability to evaluate beef cattle, swine, sheep and goats based on each animal’s aptitude to either become breeding stock or, in market classes, to produce meat for consumers. There is a strong communications component to the contest where students explain their reasoning behind each decision with formal verbal presentations.

The Morgan County team ranked ninth overall in the

nation which is the second highest rank a team from Alabama has garnered in the 49 years that the contest has been hosted in Louisville. The highest Alabama has ranked in that span was just one spot higher than this year’s team, and it’s been 18 years since that has happened, longer than most members of this year’s team have been alive.

One thing that is unique about this achievement is that Alabama sends the winning county team to The National Championship, while many states send an ‘All-Star’ team comprised of the top talent statewide.

“Our students were, in many cases, competing against college freshmen who were a part of teams selected from across their respective states based on individual performance,” said Brett

Crow, Morgan County Extension Coordinator. Crow said many of these students are already traveling and practicing with collegiate judging teams while still maintaining eligibility for this last 4H contest of their judging career.

“Some of our students were as young as sophomores in high school, and this team stood among the best in the nation actually only missing a top-five finish by a margin of 16 points, which is a narrow miss in this game.”

Team member, Blake Bennett, was named an “All American” based on a very strong individual performance in the contest.

A special appreciation is expressed to The Alabama Mountains, Rivers and Valleys Resource Conservation SPECIAL TO THE ENQUIRER and Development (RC&D) Council for providing a trav- The team is pictured left to right, Coach Meredith Glasscock (Coach), Callie Childers, el grant for this team.

Ellie Blackwood, Blake Bennett, Landon Hornbuckle and Coach Brett Crow.

ffi Special to the Enquirer Two Morgan County officials received recognition for their efforts in parks and recreation at the Alabama Recreation and Parks Association District II meeting in Guntersville Dec. 6 Morgan County District 2 Commissioner Randy Vest won the Lay Award, while Morgan Parks and Recreation Director Sean Dailey was honored as the Merit in Parks winner.

The Lay Award is presented to an individual, business or organization not officially connected as professionals in the Parks and Recreation field, but who have made significant contributions to the profession on a local level.

Vest was instrumental in improving West Park in the Danville-Neel community including the construction of

a $2.1 million gymnasium, which opened in October.

Among other improvements Vest played a role in include the repaving of a walking trail, building a large playground, adding another soccer field, construction of a new football concession stand and installation of an archery range and sound system at West Park. The gym is the first gym owned by Morgan County. Also, Vest worked in conjunction with the Tennessee Valley Authority to clear and reestablish Woodall Bridge Park, which is now a hub for picnics, canoeing, kayaking and fishing.

The Merit in Parks Award goes to a full-time or parttime Park and Recreation employee in District II who has made significant contributions to the profession at the local level in the area of parks, their development,

improvement and maintenance.

Dailey has been busy overseeing the construction of the West Park gymnasium as well as the addition of two new fields and concession stands and restrooms at North Park in Priceville and South Park in Falkville. He also was lauded for “above and beyond” cooperation with county employees and the public.

District II President Eric Hayes said, “The directors are the face of the departments, but it takes people behind the scenes to get a lot of things accomplished. Some people go above and beyond, and it is an honor to give these people a little recognition for what they do.”

Morgan County was the lone recreation department From left, Lay Award winner Morgan District 2 Commissioner Randy Vest, ARPA to have multiple winners at District President Eric Hayes and Morgan Parks and Recreation Director Sean Dailey, the annual awards luncheon who won the Merit in Parks Award.

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By Erica Smith For the Enquirer Cpl. Cole Kelley said his K-9 partner Luna is more than a drug dog for the Morgan County Sheriff ’s Office, she is also his constant companion.

“She’s my partner, somebody to talk to all day for 12 hours,” Kelley said. “It’s a 24/7 gig; the dog’s with me all the time.”

Kelley, 30, has been a K-9 handler for 13 years. After being a handler for five years in the Army, he became a handler for the Cullman Police Department. Kelley has now been with the Morgan County Sheriff ’s Office for 18 months and has been a K-9 handler the entire time.

Luna, a 56-pound black Labrador retriever, is Kelley’s current K-9 at the Sheriff’s Office. She will be 3 years old in February and Kelley

has owned and worked with the single-purpose narcotics detection K-9 since she was 1 year old.

He has been particularly impressed with Luna’s ability to avoid distractions, such as a time he was requested to bring Luna to a location to do a search and a free-air sniff of a vehicle.

“It was at a gas station so there were a lot of smells and people moving and there were people trying to distract her because it was a known drug dealer,” he said. “She kept her mind on her work, and she gave a positive alert on the vehicle, and I think we ended up finding just under trafficking amount; 15 or 16 grams maybe of meth.”

K-9s at the Sheriff ’s Office are rewarded with praise and toys, Kelley said.

“It’s just like me and you getting a paycheck, that’s what the dog works for is the love

and affection and the toy,” he said. “She knows when she’s done something (good) she gets a lot of love and praise and then she gets her tennis ball and she’s fired up.”

Kelley said on Luna’s days off she plays with his six other dogs and loves to swim in his pond.

“She’s just a dog some days, but she doesn’t really have an off switch; she’s pretty wideopen all the time,” he said.

“She just wants to go, all the time. … She is 90 to nothing all the time.”

Alan Host, Morgan County sheriff ’s chief deputy, said the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office has five K-9s. He said the Sheriff’s Office has one for public relations, one for taking down a suspect, called a “bite dog,” and three drug PHOTOS BY JERONIMO NISA K-9s. Host said the benefit of having K-9s is their sense Luna starts barking as soon as she sniffs a small amount of cocaine that her handler, See MORGAN, page 8 Morgan County sheriff’s Cpl. Cole Kelley, had previously hidden in a car.

By David Gambino For the Enquirer

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Leann Richardson and Tracie Sherwood greet the parents and children as they come to school Dec. 14.

The jury trial for a Hartselle man accused of entering a woman’s home and raping her in 2020, scheduled to begin in a Morgan County courtroom earlier this month, may be delayed after the prosecution on Nov. 28 requested a continuance.

The rap sheet of Jeremy Taylor, 50, had new charges added in March after he escaped from Morgan County Jail while awaiting court proceedings in the rape case. Following his arrest in connection with the rape, Taylor’s probation on previous convictions for breaking and entering a vehicle and burglary were revoked. He was transferred from Bibb County Correctional Facility in September 2022 to Morgan County Jail and held on charges of first-degree rape, sodomy, burglary and kidnapping.

While there, offiDNA samples from cials believe he the victim’s rape kit escaped by kicking matched DNA samout a jail window on ples from Taylor, March 5. The next according to police. day, he was captured He was arrested in Franklin County, Nov. 15, 2020.

Tennessee, and evenOn Dec. 10, 2020, tually returned to a grand jury indictTaylor Morgan County. ed Taylor for five On Oct. 7, 2020, accord- felonies: forcing the vicing to a search warrant affi- tim to have sexual interdavit by Hartselle police, course (rape); forcing the a woman returned to her victim to perform oral sex home after grocery shopping (sodomy); forcibly perat 9:45 p.m. She showered forming oral sex on the and entered her bedroom at victim (sodomy); breaking around 11 p.m. to discover a into the victim’s dwelling man she didn’t know. to commit a crime (bur“She began screaming but glary); and abducting the the unknown male placed victim to commit sexual her in a headlock and told abuse (kidnapping). her he would put her to According to the motion sleep if she wasn’t quiet,” filed by Assistant District according to the affidavit. Attorney Courtney Schel“Afterwards, the unknown lack on Tuesday, the conmale raped her for about tinuance was discussed an hour.” with and not opposed by The man told her to take a Taylor’s defense attorney, shower and was gone when Tina Ogle. The motion she got out, according to cites discussions of a posthe affidavit, and she then sible settlement as a reacalled the police. son for the continuance.

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Flint Baptist Church holds worship services and children’s services at 9:30 a.m. on Sundays and a prayer service and children’s discipleship on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. The church building is located at 4119 Hwy 31 South in Decatur. For more information, call (256) 353-7429.

The Revival Tabernacle holds services Sundays at 10 a.m. and Wednesday evening at 7 p.m.

The church is located at 1109 Main St. W. Pastors Jason and Ginger Thayer welcome everyone to attend.

East Highland Baptist Church, 1030 Main Street E, holds Sunday School at 9:15 a.m., worship at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Bible study at 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The church also holds American Heritage Girls and Trail Life meetings Monday nights at 6 p.m. For more information, call 256-773-4157.

Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, located at 721 Pickens St. SW in Hartselle, invites everyone to Sunday school at 9:15 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. The church office is open Monday and Wednesday from 9-11:30 a.m. Find the church on Facebook and visit the website at www.corhartselle.org. For more info, call 256-773-2121 or email corhartselle@gmail.com.

Pennylane Church of Christ, located at 615 Pennylane St. SE, holds services at 11 a.m. each Sunday and 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Minister William L. Turney can be reached at 256-683-4660.

Howard Dickinson serves the church as the assistant minister.

The Falkville United Methodist Church holds services on Sunday at 11 a.m. with Sunday school at 10 a.m. The youth meet at 5 p.m. Sundays. The public is welcome to attend.

The church is located at 253 Main St. E in Falkville.

Piney Grove Christian Church hosts services each Sunday school at 10 a.m., preaching at 11 a.m., evening service at 6 p.m. and Wednesday night Bible study at 6 p.m.

First Baptist Church Falkville, located at 305 E. Main Street in Falkville, has the following service schedule: Sunday School, 9:15 a.m., Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. and no Sunday night service. Wednesday Evening Services start at 6:00 p.m. Stephen Cannon is the pastor. For more info, call 256-

784-5827, or log on to www. fbcfalkville.com.

Lighthouse Baptist Church holds Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship service at 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Sundays.

Wednesday worship is at 6:30 p.m. The pastor is Bro. John Reid.

Liberty Baptist Church, 1206 Lane Road NW, holds services each Sunday with Bible study at 9:45 a.m., Bible preaching at 11 a.m. Wednesday night Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.

Walnut Grove Baptist Church is located at 622 South Bethel Road in Hartselle. The pastor is John D. Bain. Sunday school is at 10 a.m., worship service is at 11 a.m. and evening worship service is at 6 p.m. Wednesday service at 6 p.m. For more info, visit us on Facebook or log onto http:// walnutgrove baptistchurch.weebly.com.

First Baptist Church of Hartselle, 210 Woodland St. NW, offers worship services as follows: on Sunday - Contemporary Worship at 9am, Sunday School at 10am, and Traditional Worship at 11am; on Wednesday at 6pm – Bible Study, Student & Children’s activities. Dr. Clayton Speed is the pastor. For more info call 256-773-5500 or visit fbchart.org.

New Song Family Church, located at 4309 Highway 31 S, Decatur, AL 35603, has services on Sundays at 11:00 am. Worship is led by Jan Byrd.

McKendree Christian Fellowship, a non-denominational church, located at 2795 Highway 55 W., Danville, holds services Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m. for Bible class, worship at 10:45 a.m., Wednesday night potluck at 6:30 p.m. and Bible study at 7 p.m.

Pattillo Street Church of God holds Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and praise and worship at 10:30 a.m. A Sunday evening service is held at 5 p.m. and a Wednesday Bible study at 7 p.m., including youth activities. The church is located at 1211 Pattillo St. SW in Hartselle, and the pastor is Gary Phillips.

Pleasant View Holy Church of Christ on Hogan Road in Falkville (Massey) offers services as follows: Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; Sunday night, 5 p.m.;

and Wednesday night Bible study, 6:30 p.m. For more info, call Pastor Rickie Ball at 256-462-3715 or Reford and Cindy William at 256-4623573.

Pine Street Independent Baptist Church , 135 Pine St., Falkville, AL, invites everyone to Sunday morning worship at 11 am and evening service at 6 pm. Wednesday night bible study 6 p.m. For more info contact Pastor Rusty Hodges, 256-612-0266.

No Fences Cowboy Church of Morgan County, located at 3544 West Lacon Road in Falkville, has the following service schedule: Sundays at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday Adult and youth Bible studies at 6:30 p.m. Josh Sparkman is the pastor. For more info, call 256-784-5448, or log on to www.nofencescc.com.

First Independent Methodist Church, located at 3 Oxmore Flint Road in Decatur, holds worship at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays and Bible study at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays. Hal Diagre is the church pastor.

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to fruition. The apostles cone have looked at firm that Mary was the virgin two big lessons and Jesus was the baby. We from the birth also see God promise a baby story of Christ to Elizabeth and Zacharias, a the last two weeks. We will fincouple who wanted children ish that up today. The story of but were unable to conceive. He Jesus’s birth teaches us so much. also promised Mary that she, I believe one of the greatest les- Todd Barrier although a virgin, would have sons we learn from this story is Falkville Church of a baby. Both of the promises that God is a promise keeper.

Christ were kept. The most impossible So many times, we think God thing happened to these people has forgotten about us or doesn’t care about us. Usually because something because with our God nothing is imposwe didn’t expect or didn’t want has hap- sible, and He keeps His promises.

Every promise God has given is kept pened in our lives. We forget that God didn’t promise us we wouldn’t have tough and that, through faith, gives us the times but that we can overcome them peace that passes all understanding. because we have a home in heaven (John God has promised He will never leave nor forsake us (Hebrews 13:5) and that 16:33).

The story of Jesus’s birth reminds us is a promise worth telling the world of this and can comfort us with this about.

In your most difficult times remember, knowledge. Through prophecy God had promised a savior would come (Isa. 7:13- God is a promise keeper, and He has 14). In Luke 1 we see that promise come promised to always be with you.

Wednesday night service at 6 p.m. Pastor is Chris Bates.

Serenity Baptist Church, located at 1062 Perkins Wood Rd., Hartselle, welcomes a new interim pastor, Bro. Lynn Morgan. Sunday School is held at 9:45 a.m. with Sunday First Christian Church, in Worship at 11 am.

Hartselle invites you to join us on Sunday mornings for Forest Hill Baptist Church, Sunday School at 9:00 am 1947 Bluff City Rd, Somerville, and Worship Service at 10:00 AL 35670 invites everyone to am. We have “No creed but old hymn singing KJV preachChrist”, and partake of Holy ing each Sunday School mornCommunion each Sunday. We ing at 10am, Church Service at hold monthly Communion 11am, Sunday night at 6pm and Services at Columbia Cottage, Wed. night at 7pm. For more enjoy monthly Fellowship information 256-754-5226.

Suppers. Nursery provided.

Our pastor is Mickey John- Mt. Carmel Baptist Church son. Please visit our website located at 287 Mt. Carmel to view our sermons. www. Road, Falkville, AL 35622, FCCHARTSELLE.com. We offers Sunday School at 10am, are located at 209 East Main worship service at 11am lead Brother David Taylor and Street. 256-773-6911.

Sunday evening worship at Oak Ridge Missionary Bap- 6pm tist Church, 151 Hardy Rd. (quarter mile off Vaughn Gandy’s Cove Community Bridge Rd), services Sunday Church located on Gandy’s school at 10am, Worship at Cove Rd in Falkville offers 11am, Sunday night at 6pm Sunday School 11 a.m.; Worand Wednesday night at 6pm. ship Service 10 a.m. and Everyone is welcome and Wednesday night Bible study Brother Jimmy Chenault is 6 p.m. the pastor.

Unity Baptist Church, located Fellowship Baptist Church at 4506 Norris Mill Road in on Setter Avenue in Decatur Decatur, with pastor Bro. Joel ( just west of Cracker Barrel) Snyder has Sunday school at holds Sunday school at 9:45 9:30 a.m., worship service at a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. 10:30 a.m., Sunday discipleCall 256-355-8414 for infor- ship training at 5 p.m., evening worship at 6 p.m. and mation.

Wednesday worship service at Church of God Prophecy, 6:30 p.m. Call 353-4315 for 503 Stewart St. in Hartselle, more info. holds the following weekly serCommunity vices: Sunday school at 10 a.m., Sanctuary worship service at 11 a.m. and Church is located at 1149 West Main St. Hartselle. Sun-

day School is held at 10 a.m.; services at 11 and Wednesday night Bible study at 7 p.m.

Falkville Church of Christ, 18 West 2nd St., Falkville, meets each Sunday morning for Bible School at 9 a.m. with Morning Worship service at 10 a.m.

Sunday evening worship service is at 6 p.m. and Wednesday Evening Bible Study at 7 p.m. Please join us.

Southwest Baptist Church, 1705 Ridgedale Dr. SW, Hartselle, has Sunday School beginning at 9:45 each Sunday, morning worship at 11:00 am and evening worship at 6:00 pm. Wednesday night services are at 6:00 pm. Bro. Greg Burcham is the pastor.

For more information, call 256-773-5994.

Cedar Creek Free Will Baptist Church, located at 1303 Cedar Creek Church Rd in Hartselle, has Sunday school at 10 a.m., worship at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., and Wednesday evening service at 6 p.m. Their doors are always open. For more info, call Pastor Cliff Tomlinson 256-898-4198.

Word Alive! Church and pastor Brian Culbreath have weekly radio shows on Sundays at 1:15 p.m. on 91.3 FM and Mon. through Fri. on 106.3 FM. Valhermoso Baptist Church, located at 7312 Hwy. 36 E in Lacey’s Spring, holds Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship services at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Discipleship training and worship are held at 6 p.m. on Wed. evening. Children, youth and adult classes are at 6:30 p.m.

Gum Springs Baptist Church, located at 371 Gum Springs Road in Hartselle, has Sunday morning worship at 11 a.m. and Sunday School classes at 10 a.m. open for all ages. Wednesday night prayer meetings at 6:30 p.m.

Faith Independent Church, located on Bell Springs Road on Lacon Mountain, has services each Sunday at 10 a.m. for Sunday school and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. for worship (except on third Sunday nights–no service). Wednesday’s service is at 7 p.m. They are a non-denominational church, and the pastor is Bro James E. Mills Jr. Living Hope Church of God in Christ, located at 901 McDaniel Street, has Sunday school at 10 a.m., Sunday worship at 11:15 a.m. and Bible study Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

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husband Jake Franklin who played baseball there. They moved back to Danville, because Sydni says that she really loves the community and its people. Sydni decided that she wanted to teach and coach, through being an aide at Danville Middle School, so she worked

towards getting her certification. Throughout that process, she coached one season of JV at Danville and was the assistant to Megan Aldridge for two seasons and also coached one season of middle school volleyball.

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The Falkville FFA Officers spent the first day of Christmas break helping with the Falkville Lion’s Club Community Christmas event.

They mixed boxes of fruit and delivered presents and canned goods to families in the community.

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Christmas at Harrington’s

By Melody Carlson Lena Markham has just been released from prison at the start of the Christmas season. The fact that she was falsely accused means little to employers, but a friend has referred her to the department store in town called Harrington’s. Playing Mrs. Santa isn’t what Lena had envisioned, but a job is a job. Just when she starts to like her new job, she gets

“The Naturals” By Jennifer Lynn Barnes Cassie Hobbes thinks of people as puzzles to solve. Every detail of a person can be broken down into pieces of a puzzle. Her mother taught and made her sharpen this ability to profile people from birth.

For most of her life, it was just Cassie, her mom and her ability to swindle money out of people. However, the only puzzle she can’t solve is her mother’s murder.

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The Town of Falkville held the inaugural Christmas parade Dec. 7. The parade began and ended at South Park, and included tractors, vintage cars, marching bands, scouts and other organizations. Nell Pate Duquette said on Facebook she loved the parade and the ‘beautiful lights.’ “Thank you to everyone who organized, directed traffic, rode in the parade or participated in anyway. It was a blessing,” she wrote.

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“A K-9 can detect the odor of narcotics way before we can see it; they can smell it,” Host said. “Doing a primitive search of a car, they can tell if narcotics are in the car or have been in the car. If they find something and whatever their alert is, the handler will recognize that and then from there go further into the investigation of narcotics being present.”

Host said there are several individuals that train dogs for use as K-9s.

“They train specific K-9s, whether it be a drug dog, a search dog, or a combination

of a drug and a bite dog,” Host said. “Depending on what kind of dog we want, we can reach out to organizations that train them. They’ll select a dog according to what we’re looking for and begin working with it.”

Each dog’s training is different, Host said, depending on what kind of K-9 it will be.

“Like a drug dog, they’ll take a particular breed of dog and begin to train it to detect narcotics and work through how they’re going to respond when they detect them,” he said. “If it’s a bite dog, they’ll work on training them on commands, when to bite, when to release, where to go, that kind of thing.”

Host said when they are in need of a K-9 handler, they

post the position, officers interested submit a letter of interest, and then there is an interview process. He said the dog will be trained by the canine trainer first without the handler.

“They’ll work with the dog for a few weeks and then we send a handler out there and it’s about six weeks of training,” Host said. “It could be anywhere from eight to 10 weeks total.”

Kelley trained Luna himself and had her certified.

“I did her obedience (training) and imprinted her on narcotics odor and got her certified,” he said. “I’m actually working on getting my certifying official now.”

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“I have to train her, even on my days off,” he said. “I still have to do stuff with the dog to keep the dog up.”

The Sheriff ’s Office, Host said, typically gets a K-9 just before or right when they turn 1 year old.

“Depending on the breed, a lot of times it’s between seven and 10 years active duty,” he said.

Kelley said he plans on continuing as Luna’s handler as long as she is on active duty.

When she retires, he said, she will continue to stay with him.

“German shepherds and Belgian Malinois are probably 90% of your law enforcement and military K-9s,” he said. “A lot of agencies are transitioning from German shepherds and Belgian Malinois to more of a hunting breed. Labs, German shorthaired pointers … are better detection dogs in some cases.”

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The Greenes aren’t the only ones who put effort into their light display.

Driving south past Barkley Bridge Elementary on Barkley Bridge Road in Hartselle, motorists will see a light display with a Disney theme animating the home of the Peebles family.

For the last 13 years, Tim Peebles has enhanced his

light display to the point that it has become one of the main attractions in Hartselle around Christmas, he said.

Peebles said it is not a cheap hobby by any means.

“Yeah, if my wife knew how much money I’ve spent on this, she’d probably divorce me,” Peebles laughed.

Peebles said at the beginning he decorated because he simply enjoyed Christmas lights, but then he realized the impact he had on the community. He says everywhere he goes people inquire about his lights.

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Peebles said. “He said that was the only night he and his family were going to be in Hartselle.”

The Peebles activate their lights on Thanksgiving night and run them through New Year’s Eve. Peebles said he has an 11-song playlist viewers can tune into on 93.5 FM which features music ranging from Star Wars to Disney to the Christmas-themed band Trans-Siberian Orchestra.

“We’ll play a medley of their hits like ‘Wizards in Winter’ and ‘Christmas Canon,’ Peebles said.

The Peebles’ display is at 3556 Barkley Bridge Road in Hartselle.

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Priceville, Danville step up in new classifications

By Russell Frye For the Enquirer The Alabama High School Athletic Association announced the fall sports classifications and realignments for the 2024-26 seasons.

Two area schools, Priceville and Danville, will take a step up in classification.

Priceville moves from 4A to 5A, while Danville movers from 3A to 4A. Hartselle, Brewer and Falkville will remain in their respective classifications. Brewer and Falkville will change regions, while Hartselle

By Russell Frye For the Enquirer The Hartselle Tigers traveled to Helena for the Husky Holiday Shootout this past week. The Tigers came away with a win over UMS-Wright before falling to Chelsea in the semifinals and Helena in the 3rd place game.

Several Tiger players set career highs during the Shootout, including Rylan Smothers, Dawson Seal, Aiden Pointer and Kohl Key. Hartselle 75, UMS-Wright 40 Hartselle opened the Husky Holiday Shootout with a 75-40 win over UMSWright. The Bulldogs led 13-10 after the first quarter. The Tigers took control of the game by outscorng UMS-Wright 26-6 in the second quarter to lead 39-19 at halftime. They extended their lead to 58-33 heading into the final quarter.

Dawson Seal led four Hartselle players in doubledigits with a career-high 18 points while hitting six three-pointers. Ty Odom had

will stay in its current region.

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Football 6A - Region 7: Hartselle, Decatur, Cullman, Columbia, Athens, Muscle Shoals and Jasper 5A - Region 7: Priceville, Ardmore, East Limestone, Fairview, Lawrence County, Russellville and West Point 5A - Region 8: Brewer, Arab, Boaz, Douglas, Guntersville, Sardis, Scottsboro 4A - Region 7: Danville, Brooks, Central-Florence,

Deshler, East Lawrence, Hatton, West Limestone, West Morgan, Wilson 2A - Region 6: Falkville, Cleveland, Cold Springs, Coosa Christian, Southeastern, Susan Moore, West End Volleyball 6A - Area 15: Hartselle, Athens, Decatur, Muscle Shoals 5A - Area 16: Brewer, Priceville, Ardmore, East Limestone, Westminster Christian 4A - Area 13: Danville, East Lawrence, Good Hope, West Morgan 2A - Area 11: Falkville, Cold Springs, Winston County

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The Priceville Bulldogs take the field during the 2023 season.

16 points, while Smothers added 13 points and eight rebounds. Markus Tapscott finished with 12 points and four rebounds. Key scored six points and had a careerhigh eight assists.

Chelsea 61, Hartselle 49 Hartselle had a matchup with 7A Chelsea in the semifinals and fell to the Hornets 61-49. The Tigers led 11-9 after the first but trailed 29-20 at halftime and 45-39 heading into the final quarter.

Smothers led Hartselle with a career-high 26 points.

He also had a team-high seven rebounds. He finished 9-of-15 from the field and 7-of-10 from the free throw line. Odom added 14 points and six rebounds.

Helena 62, Hartselle 58 In the third place game, the Tigers fell behind 25-12 after the first quarter and couldn’t recover in a 62-58 loss to 6A no. 6 Helena.

Hartselle trailed 35-24 at halftime. They opened the third quarter with a 16-4 run to take a 40-39 lead, but the See HARTSELLE, page 2

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Rylan Smothers drives to the basket for a layup in Hartselle’s 75-40 win over UMS-Wright in the Huskey Holiday Shootout.

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Kohl Keys drives to the basket in Hartselle’s 62-58 loss to Helena in the Huskey Markus Tapscott gets a dunk in the Tigers’ 61-49 loss to the Hornets in the Huskey Holiday Shootout.

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No. 2 East Lawrence: 9-5, 1-1 No. 3 Good Hope: 9-5, 1-1 No. 4 Priceville: 2-11, 0-3

Below are the regular-season standings through Dec. 21 for area teams.Each team’s overall record and area record are listed.

CLASS 3A, AREA 15 No. 1 Colbert County: 8-3, 2-0 No. 2 Danville: 10-4, 2-1 No. 3 Colbert Heights: 7-7, 1-1 No. 4 Phil Campbell: 4-10, 0-3

BOYS CLASS 6A, AREA 14 No. 1 Cullman: 12-4 No. 2 Decatur: 10-5 No. 3 Hartselle: 9-8

CLASS 2A, AREA 13 No. 1 Falkville 6-9, 2-0 No. 2 Decatur Heritage: 5-6, 1-0 No. 3 West End: 0-11, 0-1 No. 4 Holly Pond: 5-7, 0-2

CLASS 5A, AREA 15 No. 1 Russellville: 5-3, 1-0 No. 2 West Point: 11-5, 1-1 No. 2 Brewer: 7-8, 1-1 No.4LawrenceCounty:6-7,0-1 CLASS 4A, AREA 13 No. 1 West Morgan: 5-5, 3-0

GIRLS CLASS 6A, AREA 14 No. 1 Cullman: 11-7 No. 2 Hartselle: 10-4 No. 3 Decatur: 10-7 CLASS 5A, AREA 14

No. 1 West Point: 12-3, 2-0 No. 2 Russellville: 5-5, 1-0 No. 3 Lawrence County: 2-10, 0-1 No. 4 Brewer 9-9, 0-2 CLASS 4A, AREA 13 No. 1 Good Hope: 13-1, 2-0 No. 2 Priceville: 9-6, 2-1 No. 3 East Lawrence: 8-5, 1-1 No. 4 West Morgan: 6-6, 0-3 CLASS 3A, AREA 15 No. 1 Danville: 6-8, 2-1 No. 2 Phil Campbell: 7-6, 2-1 No. 3 Colbert County: 6-4, 1-1 No.4ColbertHeights:4-7,0-2 CLASS 2A, AREA 13 No. 1 Holly Pond: 6-5, 2-0 No. 2 Falkville: 6-8, 1-1 No. 3 Decatur Heritage: 12-2, 0-1 Basketball on the baseline at Priceville High School.

No. 4 West End: 2-7, 0-1

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Lady Bulldogs win two at the beach

By Russell Frye For the Enquirer The Priceville Lady Bulldogs took a pre-Christmas trip to Gulf Shores for three games with out-of-state opponents Pine Forest (FL), New Site (MS) and Rutherford (FL). The Lady Bulldogs defeated Pine Forest and New Site before falling to Rutherford in the finale.

Abby Langlois continued her dominant play in leading Priceville to victory. She had a triple-double on Monday before finishing with a double-double on Tuesday. She has compiled six double-doubles this season heading into the Christmas break.

Priceville 82, Pine Forest (FL) 76 The Lady Bulldogs found themselves in a battle with Pine Forest (FL), winning 82-75 in double overtime.

Priceville outscored Pine Forest 12-6 in the second overtime to get the win.

Langlois finished with her first career triple-dou-

ble with a career-high 35 points, 15 rebounds and 10 blocks for the Bulldogs.

Gracin Prater added 19 points, while Lillyan Bloodworth added 15 points, six rebounds and four assists.

Priceville 70, New Site (MS) 29 Priceville shook off a slow start and ran away with a 70-29 win over New Site (MS). They led 14-12 after the first quarter before taking a 42-18 lead into halftime. The Lady Bulldogs defense held New Site to 11 points in the second half.

Langlois once again led the way with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Ashlyn Johnson added 19 points, six assists and four rebounds, while Prater had eight points, four assists and three rebounds.

Rutherford (FL) 48, Priceville 38 The Lady Bulldogs fell 48-38 to Rutherford (FL) on the final day of their trip to the beach. Stats for the game were unavailable at Priceville’s Abby Langlois defends the shot of Danville’s Adily Alberti earlier this season. press time.

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Brayden Thomas shoots a layup over a Chelsea defender in the Tigers’ 61-49 loss to the Hornets in the Huskey Holiday Shootout. quarter to hold on for the had eight points, four assists and four steals. win.

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Houses For Rent

HOME FOR RENT SHEFFIELD, 4 bdrm., 1.5 ba., newly remodeled kitchen and bath, fenced backyard, $1,100 per month, $1,100 deposit, pets allowed with extra deposit, Call 256-412-0205

Real Estate Homes For Sale- Morgan County 141 SUMMERFORD-ORR ROAD FALKVILLE One owner-well maintained. Sunroom. 3 bdrms, 2 ba. Eat in Kitchen, with Dining Room. Large backyard MLS#21847347 | $199,900 Bonnie Mink 256-566-3580 mbmink54@gmail.com for more info text 0OMS9 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 22 WEST FIRST ST FALKVILLE Cute bungalow in the heart of Falkville MLS#21848289 | $129,900 Kay Saint 256-318-2293 kayrsaint@gmail.com For more info text 3F9D3 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-394-1590 3269 E HWY 55 4 br 3 ba Completely remodeled. 7.3 acre, 1 acre pond. Large master bdrm/ba (Unfinished).Three car garage with unfinished storage above garage. Small house on property will be removed. 35 mins from HSV. MLS# 21841674 | $599,000 Mike Tarpley 256-656-2060 or 256-3841590 For more info text FV61W to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

Homes For Sale- Hartselle 1302 CROWN POINT DR Hartselle Beautiful 5 bed 3 ba.

MLS# 21842298 $439,000 Mike Tarpley 256-656-2060 matarpley@yahoo.com For more info text 8EA3H to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 390 FOREST CHAPEL RD HARTSELLE Beautiful 5 bdrm., 2 story Colonial home.

Sits on five acres which joins TVA land.

MLS# 21844494 | $539,000 Mike Tarpley 256-656-2060 matarpley@yahoo.com for more info text LFL58 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

2610 APPLEWOOD CR SE DECATUR Amazing custom-built home on one of Decatur’s most prestigious streets. 5-bdrms, 4-ba with an abundance of indoor-outdoor entertaining space. Many updates.

•MLS# 1839762 | $859,000 Robin Williams REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 For more info text da949 to 27414 3005 Lisa Lane Decatur SE 3bdrm /2.5 ba One level upgraded quartz and more $414,900 Standard Features or Pick a plan, make it your own.

Pre-Sales welcome.

Pam Marthaler 256-565-3299 For more info text 2F6P3 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 3007 Lisa Lane Decatur SE 4 bdrm/2.5 ba Two Story. Upgraded quartz $449,000 Standard features or Pick a plan, make it your own.

Pam Marthaler 256-565-3299 For more info text 1E4UR to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 3011 HENRY RD DECATUR SE Open floor plan, 3 bdrm. 3 ba. Bonus room. Prime location. MLS#21848519| $399,900 Mary Ann Scott maryann@maryannsteam.com 256-2272456 For more into text 06FBB to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 3014 Joseph Drive Decatur SE 4 bdrm., 4.5 ba., Two Story. Bonus Room $429,000 Standard Features or Pick a plan, Make it your own.

Pam Marthaler 256-565-3299 For more info text L0QI7 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

Homes For Sale- Decatur/SW 2420 KATHY LANE SW DECATUR Wonderful 3 bdrm., 2 ba., with many upgrades.

MLS# 183908, $259,900 Pam Garland Remax Platinum 256-3841590 pamgarlandsold@yahoo .com For more info. text g3f2f to 27414 2706 HARLEY CR DECATUR SW City View Estates •4 bdrm, 3.5 ba •Open concept, natural light •Saferoom, 5 car garage MLS# 21847871 | $648,000 Mary Ann Scott 256-227-2456 maryann@ maryannsteam.com For more info text 7NWU0 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 2809 LEXINGTON AVE DECATUR SW Charming and convenient •3 bd | 2 ba •spacious layout •fenced backyard MLS# 21848782 | $285,000 Mary Ann Scott 256-227-2456 maryann@maryannsteam.com For more info text 24W1O to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 52 CREEK MEADOW DRIVE Decatur SW Home located on private pond with in law house. 3 bdrms, 2 ba. completely updated.

In law/pool house with gourmet kitchen. In ground pool, 4 car garage.

MLS# 21845617 | $759,900 Teri Harriman 256-227-6004 buywithteri@gmail.com For more info text 69E25 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

Homes For Sale- Athens/Limesto 2875 COUNTY ROAD 170 MOULTON On 1.5 acres w/ in ground pool 4 bdrm., 3 full ba., 24 x 24 detached garage/workshop w/ half bath all rooms are so spacious!

Must see •MLS# 1837991 $539,900 Teri Harriman 256.384.1590 buywithteri@gmail.com For more info text 0I56V to 27414

4225 HWY 55 EVA 3 bdrm, 2 ba home and farm on 30 acres.

Sunroom. Detached 2 car garage. Barn.

Portable carport. Dog run. Pecan, apple and peach trees. Gazebo. Stock pond.

MLS# 21842230 | $640,000 Mike Tarpley 256-656-2060 matarpley@yahoo.com for more info text E5YH6 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 43 NEEL SCHOOL ROAD DANVILLE 3 bdrms. 2 ba. Open floor plan. Brick, guest house, detached 4 car garage/office.

9 acres(+/-) with a huge pond. In ground salt water pool. MLS#21846421 | $629,900 Terry Harriman 256-227-6004 buywithteri@gmail.com For more info text 19O6E to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 ACERAGE ON CO. RD. 9 MOULTON 15 Acres-unrestricted, wooded, private, Bankhead Forest area. Latitude: 34.433135, Longitude: 87.340975. MLS# 183845, $140,600 Bonnie Mink Remax Platinum 256-384-1590 mbmink54@gmail.com For more info. text 3gal8 to 27414 CITY VIEW ESTATES DECATUR Looking for a lot to build your dream home?

Welcome to City View Estates! Only two lots remaining. Planned community, community pools, community tennis courts, clubhouse, playground.

For more information, or to choose your lot call Mary Ann 256-227-2456 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 COUNTY ROAD 189 MOULTON 20 Acres. Spectacular views. Distant mountain - blue sky. Unrestricted wooded acres. MLS# 21843776 | $205,000 Bonnie Mink 256-566-3680 mbminks@gmail.com For more info text 7NV5N to 27414 SIERRA DR DECATUR SW 20+ acres. Perfect for development or private estate. Utilities at property. Bring your horses!

MLS# 1828120 | $489,000 Dianne Russell 256-652-8254 diannerussell70 @gmail.com For more into text 28F5D to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 TRACT 1 LYLE CR SOMERVILLE Beautiful lot, great building site for home or barn dominium MLS# 1825639 | $32,900 Mike Tarpley 256.384.1590 matarpley@yahoo.com For more info text 1E4SI to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 TRACT 3 SUMMERFORD-ORR RD DECATUR SE Beautiful building lot just waiting for your custom-built home. Beauty of country living 5 minutes from I-65!

MLS # 21844893 | 89,900 Kay Saint 256-318-2293 kayrsaint@gmail.com For more info text TG22E to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

Merchandise Appliances

BUYING BROKEN WASHERS and DRYERS, no front loaders, 256-577-6433 ELECTRIC DRYER, SUPER CAPACITY, nice, clean condition, $160, 256-577-6433

Homes For Sale- Guntersville

702 LOGWOOD DR. HARTSELLE Beautifully Renovated Three Bedroom, Three Bathroom Approximately 1,667 Sq. Ft. Crestline Elementary School. Fenced Yard, Covered Deck, Out Building. MLS# 1837786 $259,900 For more info text JU72X to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

1017 LAURINDA LN GUNTERSVILLE Gorgeous 4 bdrm, 4 ba home with all the bells and whistles!

MLS# 1832260, $429,900 Pam Garland 256-654-9962 pamgarlandsold @yahoo.com For more info text 1E4UN to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

Homes For Sale- Decatur/SE

Townhouses & Condos

1410 14TH AVE DECATUR SE Fresh updates. New roof 2021, new kitchen appliances, Detached double garage, workshop, fireplace. 4 bdrm, 3 ba.

MLS# 21848471 | $305,000 Kim Hallmark 256-227-1923 kim@kimhallmark.com For more into text 2K4AF to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

2116 EASTBROOK DR DECATUR SE Park place •3 bd | 2.5 ba •Main floor master •hardwoods in living and dining • MLS # 21849071 | $229,900 Terry Taylor 256-227-4465 terry@tataylor.com For more info text ST925 to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

2506 QUINCE DR SE DECATUR Completely remodeled / fantastic location •5 bdrm / 5 ba / 2 masters down / brick home •open floor plan / stainless appliances / kitchen cabinets •wood floors•<MLS# 1834752 | $629,000 Terry Taylor terry@tataylor.com REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590 For more info text 275gr to 27414

Acreage, Farms, & Lots 1714 PARKER RD HARTSELLE Great location in to build •1/2 ac lot 2• MLS# 1841840 | $29,900 Teri Harriman 256-227-6004 buywithteri@gmail.com For more info text 4J40D to 27414 REMAX Platinum 256-384-1590

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Cemetery Lots & Flowers

MAUSOLEUM CRYPTS- DELUX COMPANION Tri-Cities Memorial, Florence Building L-Level 3 Cemetery priced at $14,200. Selling for $12,000 256-443-5076

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Jewelry & Watches

HALO STYLE ENGAGEMENT RING (Size 5) with Princess cut Black Diamond center stone, 1.3ct with 30-.01 ct each round brilliant cut diamonds as accent, Sl 1 Clarity, G color, approx. .34 TW. And 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring guard with 2-.10 ct Trillion cut Diamonds, 4-.02 ct each straight baguette diamonds and 12-.025 ct each round brilliant cut diamonds, approx .46 ct TW. Recently appraised at $6,350.00, paperwork included. Payment accepted as certified check ONLY. Will meet at Decatur Police Department for sale.

Purchased less than a year ago. Price is negotiable.

434-917-4678 Decatur area.

Pets/Supplies/ Services

AMERICAN BULLY PUPPIES 8 weeks old For more info call 256-284-3866 AUSTRALIAN SHEPPARD PUPPIES Weaned, ready to go. All colors. $150-$225 256-303-7431

BEAGLE PUPS 8 WEEKS old Full blood, no papers. Tri-color.

Very pretty. No Text. Calls only 256-460-7695

DOBERDOODLE PUPPIES, 5 wks old 6 male, 1 female. First Round of Shots and Wormed $500 each 256-303-6791

FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPIES. For more information call or text 931-332-6276 Goldendoodle Puppies 6 weeks old. UTD on shots, Dewormed. 2 boys, 5 girls $300 each. Ura Gingerich 64 McDowell Rd. Ethridge TN. 38456

PYRENEES PUPPY 3 months old male both shots raised with chickens $150 cash 256-3355293 SHI-CHON PUPPIESBeautiful Male and Females, Ready to Go, Shots and Wormed! 270-465-1601 SHIHTZU 2 Male 2 Female DOB 10/05/23 $900 Please leave a message 205-5228609 and 205-999-9088

SHIH-TZU PUPPIES GOT BEAUTIFUL healthy females and males. Have black and white, Tri-color, and chocolate and white. Up to date on shots and deworming.

Call or text 205-705-9381

Recreation Campers, RV’s & Accessories

I BUY CAMPERS TRAILERS & MOTOR HOMES All Types, Ready to go, or if they need work, for $FAST CASH$

Call Lawrence 931-242-3135 Local number I BUY CLASSIC CARS

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General Merchandise

SONY MINI STEREO SYSTEM 560 Watts $400, Galaxy S22 Ultra Verizon Straight Talk $600, Galaxy S22 Ultra Consumer Cellular $600. Call 256-558-4785 Miscellaneous ALABAMA CRACK MAN “William James Greenlee III” Extra Mile Brick (ALL MASONRY REPAIR) •Fireplace •Chimney •Firebox •Cracked Walls •Loose Brick •Driveway Cracks •Steps •Firebox •Tuck Pointing •Cracked Brick •Stucco •Stone Work •Concrete •Historic Restoration 82 AIRBORNE INFANTRY Combat Veteran 256-797-5281

I TEAR DOWN OLD houses, barns, or any out buildings, large or small and I clean up and haul away. Barry Harville 256-221-7814 MARILYN MONROE DOLL, CALENDARS 1998 & 2001 and Hollywood Box with Marilyn on it. $200; Call 256-272-5398 Florence.

POPPOPS BOXING GYM

All age and skill level classes, personal training and boxing fitness. (256) 856-6213

POPPOPS BOXING GYM

All age and skill level classes, personal training and boxing fitness. (256) 856-6213

SIX HARRY POTTER BOOKS $150; Elvis Presley Doll and Books $200, Call 256-272-5398 Florence

Transportation Auto Parts & Service

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 HONDA: ACCORD, 2012 $12,950. LX One owner Four door. White… tan interior.

Just serviced. Excellent condition Call 256527-2125 HONDA: CIVIC EX, 2012 $13,950. One owner, only 88k miles, 4 door, automatic, full power, sunroof, alloy wheels with new tires, just serviced. Superb condition. $13,950 256-527-2125 LINCOLN: TOWN CAR SIGNATURE, 2004 $6,850. Excellent condition. Completely serviced, including suspension system. Local automobile. 143,000 miles Loaded. Everything works. 337-600-4935 Athens NISSAN: LEAF SV, 2015 $7,000. Only 72K miles, ALL ELECTRIC, 4 door, navigation, heated seats and rear-view camera. 2 Keys. Excellent Nissan Value!

256-527-2125 SATURN: SKY, 2007 $6,650. Sports car 1 owner. To see call or text 256-476-2539 TOYOTA: CAMRY SE MODEL, 2013 $16,950. One Owner Only 47k miles Full power, alloy wheels with new tires. Just serviced, Excellent Condition 256-5272125

VOLKSWAGEN: BEETLE, 2012 $6,800, very clean, new tires, less than 100,000 miles, Call 256-290-9395 Moulton

WANTED

DEAD OR ALIVE Junk Batteries $4.00 each Ranger Battery Co. 426 S. Royal Ave., Florence, AL 256-766-0473

www.hartselleenquirer.com Sport Utility Vehicles HONDA: CR-V EX, 2014 $18,450. Only 59k miles Full power, sunroof, rearview camera, alloy wheels with new tires, just serviced. Two keys, excellent condition 256-527-2125 VOLKSWAGEN: TIGUAN, 2019 $22,900 Black, new tires and brakes. 63,000 miles.

Call 256-810-3789

Trucks GMC: SIERRA, 2016 $30,000 SLT 4x4 Loaded 90,000 miles 256-366-4552 256381-3568 Muscle Shoals 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, 2008 $5,800. Crew Cab. Locking Tool box. Automatic. Air. Everything works. Very Clean 256-7849610 or 256-651-8466

Vans/Buses DODGE: GRAND CARAVAN SE, 2017 $17,450. 1 Owner, only 54k miles, full power, Rear entertainment, just serviced including new breaks, Outstanding condition $17,450 256-527-2125

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ABANDONED VEHICLE 2021 Jeep Wrangler 1C4JJXFM6MW524888 PLACE OF SALE: 120 Ridgewood Cir., Cherokee Ridge, AL 35175 DATE OF SALE: Feb., 2nd, 2024 We reserve the right to reject any and all bids.

ADID 575583 12/20/23, 12/27/23 ABANDONED VEHICLES THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE/VEHICLES WILL BE SOLD BY BID AT DIRTY SOUTH TOWING: 2203 HWY 31 NW HARTSELLE, AL 35640.

DIRTY SOUTH TOWING HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ANY AND ALL BIDS. Friday, February 2nd, 2024, AT 12PM 2018 Mercedez GLE VIN# 4JGDA5HB7JB090217 2001 Pontiac Grand AM VIN# 1G2NE52T41M649343 2006 Pontiac GS1 VIN# 1G2ZG558164213057 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche VIN# 3GNEK12TX4G282203 2012 GMC Terrain VIN# 2GKALUEK6C6355977 1999 GMC Jimmy VIN# 1GKDT13W5X2545189 2017 Lincoln MKZ VIN# 3LN6L5A98HR657504 2018 Ford Mustang VIN# 1FA6P8CF1J5178529 2022 Ram 2500 VIN# 3C6UR5DL6NG235800 1999 Ford MGT VIN# 1FAFP42X8XF170398 2001 Ford Mustang VIN#1FAFP47V21F198258 ADID 576705 12/27/23, 01/03/24 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MORGAN COUNTY, ALABAMA STATE OF ALABAMA, ON THE RELATION OF JOSEPH W. LEWIS, ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY FOR THE EIGHTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ALABAMA, PLAINTIFF, VS. KENNETH JERMAINE WOODS, NINETEEN-THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED NINETY AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($19,290.00) IN LAWFUL UNITED STATES CURRENCY, DEFENDANTS IN REM. CASE NO: CV23-900465.00 NOTICE OF SEIZURE, TO FILE CLAIMS AND HEARING

DATE Notice is hereby given that the State of Alabama has filed its complaint against Kenneth Jermaine Woods and the above-described property alleging that said property has been seized by and was/will be in the custody of the North Alabama STAC team and ALEA until such time as it is/was turned over for deposit to the Morgan County Circuit Court Clerk, Chris Priest, on account of its use or intended use in the purchase and/or sale of drugs and narcotics; and praying that said property be forfeited to the State of Alabama.

Any person claiming any right, title, interest or claim in and to said property is required to propound on his and/or her claim in said Circuit Court by February 28, 2024, or the same will be barred.

All persons concerned are hereby notified that by order of the said court this cause, together with any and all claims which may be filed therein in said court, are set down for oral hearing, to be heard before Honorable Jennifer M. Howell, Judge of said court on November 4, 2024 at 9:00 A.M., at the Courthouse of Morgan County, Alabama.

Done this the 21st day of December, 2023. /s/ Chris Priest Circuit Court Clerk ADID 576707 12/27/23 LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that: Genesis Construction, Inc has completed the contract for construction of Morgan County Parks and Recreation Concession Stand and Restrooms Building at Priceville, Alabama for the Morgan County Commission and have made request for final settlement of said contract.

All persons having any claims for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify the Architect in writing.

Frameworks Architecture, PC 709 Banks Street, Decatur, AL 35601 Contractor Genesis Construction, Inc 1302 Industrial Drive SE Hartselle, AL 35640 ADID 575606 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF ORSTELLA VIRGINIA MASON, PROBATE COURT DECEASED Letters of Administration on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 15th day of December 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

RODNEY MASON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576090 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF MARY JANE ARMSTRONG, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 18th day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County

Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

SHIRLEY A. CLIFTON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576357 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF MARTHA SMITH TAYLOR, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 18th day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

ANDREW JORDAN TAYLOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576359 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF SHIRLEY J GALLOWAY, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 18th day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

DANITA LYNN LINDSEY AND JAMES KEVIN GALLOWAY CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576449 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF JUNIOR DEAN CRAMBLIT, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters of Administration on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 19th day of December 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

ZACHARY STARNES PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576454 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24

December 27, 2023 Hartselle enquirer B-5 against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time allowed by law or the same will be barred.

ANNE WILEY AND ALAN SWAFFORD CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576871 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF WILLIAM BRADLEY GENTRY, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters of Administration on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 8TH day of December 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

DONLA GENTRY SULLIVAN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576071 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF JEANETTE S. MANLEY AKA JEANETTE GRAY MANLEY, PROBATE COURT DECEASED Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 11TH day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

SARA MATALA PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576068 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF LOUIE A. CROW AKA LOUIE ALFORD CROW JR., DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 7TH day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the

, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

CAROLYN CROW PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 576064 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF SARAH J LANDERS, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 6th day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

DAVID H LANDERS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 574820 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF TERRY LYNN COWART, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters of Administration on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 5TH day of December 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

REBECHA FRANKS COWART PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 574670 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF JOHN LARRY KAY, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 5th day of

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF DELPHIA SUE HAWKINS, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 4TH day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

STEPHANIE SUGGS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 574429 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY ADMINISTRATOR OR EXECUTOR (BOX 1054-3) ESTATE OF BETTY E OLSON, DECEASED PROBATE COURT Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 4th day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

JOHN WAYNE OLSON, JERRI LYNN SHANEYFELT AND BETTYE ANN NICHOLSON CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 574400 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23 Public Auction My Storage 3027 Hwy 31S, Decatur, AL 35603 Jan. 12, - Jan. 23, 2024 10:00 am will be auctioning unit Y025 Adam Nelson last known address 303 Courtney Dr SW, Decatur, AL 35603 ADID 575014 12/27/23, 01/03/24

STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF MORGAN NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage dated February 2, 2022, executed by KRISTI BOLDEN MELSON, an unmarried woman to BEST HOMES & PROPERTIES, LLC, which mortgage is recorded in Book 2022, Page 17206, of the mort-

mortgage is recorded in Book 2022, Page 17206, of the mortgage records in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Morgan County, Alabama, the undersigned, as owner of said mortgage and the indebtedness secured thereby, has elected to declare the entire indebtedness secured by said mortgage due and payable, and will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash in front of the north door of the Morgan County Courthouse at Decatur, Alabama, during the legal hours of sale on the 4th day of January, 2024, the following described real estate situated in Morgan County, Alabama: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SW ¼ OF THE NW ¼ OF SECTION 2. TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, RUN NORTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES WEST ALONG SECTION LINE 687.54 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE RUN NORTH 88 DEGREES 51 MINUTES EAST 410.2 FEET TO A POINT IN COUNTY ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 40 DEGREES THENCE RUN SOUTH 17 DEGREES 23 MINUTES WEST 953.51 FEET TO MINUTES WEST 369.75 FEET TO A POINT IN THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES EAST 94.5 FEET TO A POINT IN THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 88 DEGREES 06 MINUTES WEST 249.4 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE RUN NORTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES WEST 687.54 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE RUN NORTH 88 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST 475.7 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. LYING AND BEING IN THE SW ¼ OF THE NW ¼ OF SW ¼, SECTION 2, AND THE NW ¼ OF THE SE ¼ OF SECTION 10, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, AND CONTAINING 9.97 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. LESS AND EXCEPT THAT PART THEREOF INCLUDED WITHIN THE RIGHT OF WAY FOR SAID COUNTY ROAD. LESS AND EXCEPT; BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SW ¼ OF THE NW ¼ OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST; THENCE NORTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE SECTION LINE 414.41 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES WEST ALONG SECTION LINE A DISTANCE OF 273.13 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 51 MINUTES EAST 410.2 FEET TO A POINT IN THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 31 MINUTES WEST 135.31 FEET TO A LINE IN THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 17 DEGREES 23 MINUTES WEST 181.46 FEET TO A POINT IN THE COUNTY ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 51 MINUTES WEST 262.85 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. LYING AND BEING IN THE SW ¼ OF THE NW ¼, SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, AND CONTAINING 2.0 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. LESS AND EXCEPT THAT PART THEREOF INCLUDED WITHIN THE RIGHT OF WAY FOR SAID COUNTY ROAD.

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ALSO: LESS AND EXCEPT: BEGINNING AT THE NE CORNER OF THE NE ¼ OF THE SE ¼ OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 06 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID NE ¼ OF THE SE ¼ A DISTANCE OF 347.3 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES EAST A DISTANCE OF 432.77 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST A DISTANCE OF 267.84 FEET TO A POINT IN THE CENTER OF A COUNTY ROAD. THENCE SOUTH 40 DEGREES 03 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE CENTER OF SAID COUNTY ROAD A DISTANCE OF 215.5 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES EAST ALONG THE CENTER OF SAID COUNTY ROAD, A DISTANCE OF 94.5 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 06 MINUTES WEST, A DISTANCE OF 249.4 FEET; THENCE NORTH 1 DEGREE 08 MINUTES WEST, A DISTANCE OF 687.54 FEET; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGREES 06 MINUTES EAST A DISTANCE OF 128.47 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING, LYING AND BEING IN THE NE ¼ OF CONTAINING 2.92 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. LESS AND EXCEPT THAT PART INCLUDED IN THE RIGHT OF WAY FOR A COUNTY ROAD. SUBJECT TO ALL RESTRICTIONS, RESERVATIONS, RIGHTS, EASEMENTS, RIGHTS-OF-WAY, PROVISIONS, COVENANTS, TERMS, CONDITIONS AND BUILDING SET BACK LINES OF RECORD. SECURE LAW PC Scott A. Rogers Scott A. Rogers, Attorney for Mortgagee 6767 Old Madison Pike NW, Suite 95 Huntsville, Alabama 35806 (256) 513-8282 ADID 574186 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23 STATE OF ALABAMA IN THE PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF MORGAN IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JOE WHITE AND SHARON F WHITE, DECEASED

9th day of August, 2023, file in this Court their Petition for Sale of Real Estate, of the said estate, and that the 15th day of February, 2024, at 9:00 O’clock A.M., is the day and time fixed by the Court for the hearing thereon, at which time you may appear and contest the same, if you think proper so to do.

JUDGE OF PROBATE ADID 574841 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24 STATE OF ALABAMA IN THE PROBATE COURT MORGAN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF LUZ STILLWELL FOR SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON THE ESTATE OF DENNIS STILLWELL, DECEASED. TO: Leann Stillwell 4375 Hulaco Road, Joppa, AL 35087 Louanne S. Pesnell 4375 Hulaco Road, Joppa, AL 35087 Jessica Stillwell 517 Millport Road, Joppa, AL 35087 Guy Stillwell 517 Millport Road, Joppa, AL 35087 Zane Stillwell 517 Millport Road, Joppa, AL 35087 Jimmy Stillwell 665 Double S Mountain Road, Baileyton, AL 35019 Timothy Stillwell 665 Double S Mountain Road, Baileyton, AL 35019 ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN, IF ANY THERE BE, WHETHER THEY BE MINORS OR PERSON OF UNSOUND MIND. YOU WILL TAKE NOTICE that on September 18, 2023, LUZ STILLWELL, presented to the Court a Petition to Authorize Sale of Real Estate and also filed therewith their petition, in writing, praying for order of the Court to hear the Petition to Authorize Sale of Real Estate, and that the 1st day of February, 2024 at 9:00 O’Clock A.M., is appointed as a day and time for hearing said petition, at which time you can appear and contest, if you see proper.

Given under my hand this the 28th day of November 2023.

Judge of Probate ADID 573406 12/06/23, 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23 STATE OF ALABAMA IN THE PROBATE COURT MORGAN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MITCHELL BUSH, DECEASED

To: Randall Lee White, whereabouts unknown and

TO:Kelley Grace Bush Chapman, 1464 Stoneykirk Roads, Pelham, AL 35124

Kristina Jo White aka Kristina Jo Whisenant, whereabouts unknown

Mitchell Paul Bush Jr., 716 Princeton Parkway, Mt. Olive, AL 35117, and

Cynthia Lynn Sanford, last known address, PO Box 3, Vinemont, AL 35179

Vickie Wilbourne Bush, 1549 CR 463, Cullman, AL 35057.

AND TO ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN, IF ANY THERE BE, WHETHER THEY BE MINORS OR PERSON OF UNSOUND MIND. You are hereby notified that RAY UHRIG AND JEFFREY GRAY, the Personal Representatives, of the estates of BOBBY JOE WHITE AND SHARON F WHITE, deceased, did on the 9th day of August, 2023, file in

Any other interested party, whether they be persons of unsound mind or minors.

You are hereby notified that Kelley Grace Bush, Personal Representative of the Estate of MITCHELL BUSH, DECEASED did on the 13th day of October 2023, report to this Court that the estate of MITCHELL BUSH, deceased, is insolvent.

Pursuant to the Code of Alabama § 43-2-707, the estate of MITCHELL BUSH, DECEASED,

bama § 43-2-707, the estate of MITCHELL BUSH, DECEASED, was declared insolvent on the 12th day of December 2023 and the Administrator of said estate shall appear on the 31st day of January 2024 at 2:00 O’clock P.M., and make a final settlement of their administration, at which time you can appear and contest the same, if you see proper.

Given under my hand this the 13th day of December 2023.

Judge of Probate ADID 576594 12/27/23, 01/03/24, 01/10/24 STATE OF ALABAMA IN THE PROBATE COURT MORGAN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF ROBERT C. CHVATAL TO PROBATE THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF BARBARA ALBRECHT, DECEASED. TO: Roberta Woosley, 107 Moons Ledges, Hancock, Maine, 04640-3850

AND TO ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN, IF ANY THERE BE, WHETHER THEY BE MINORS OR PERSON OF UNSOUND MIND. YOU WILL TAKE NOTICE that on the 24TH day of October, 2023, presented to the Court an instrument in writing purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of BARBARA ALBRECHT, deceased, and also filed therewith their petition, in writing, praying for order of the Court of admitting said instrument to probate as the Last Will and Testament of BARBARA ALBRECHT, deceased, and that the 23rd day of January, 2024, at 9:00 o’clock AM, was appointed as a day and time for hearing said petition, at which time you can appear and contest, if you see proper.

Given under my hand this the 14th day of December. 2023.

Judge of Probate ADID 575844 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24 STATE OF ALABAMA IN THE PROBATE COURT MORGAN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF JEFFREY M. GRAY TO PROBATE THE LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF PATRICIA SQUIRES-WHITE DECEASED. TO: NIGEL CORDEN 1228 SUNRISE DRIVE, PARKSVILLE, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, V9P1W7 SIMON CORDEN, 1581 DODDS AVENUE, QUESNEL, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, V2J6B8 ROBIN MORRIS, DAUGHTER OF SAMANTHA JANE JEANVEAU, DECEASED, WHEREABOUTS UNKNOWN AND TO ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN, IF ANY THERE BE, WHETHER THEY BE MINORS OR PERSON OF UNSOUND MIND. YOU WILL TAKE NOTICE that on the 13TH day of December, 2023, presented to the Court an instrument in writing purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of PATRICIA

Testament of PATRICIA SQUIRES-WHITE, deceased, and also filed therewith their petition, in writing, praying for order of the Court of admitting said instrument to probate as the Last Will and Testament of PATRICIA SQUIRES-WHITE, deceased, and that the 15th day of February, 2024, at 2:00 o’clock PM, was appointed as a day and time for hearing said petition, at which time you can appear and contest, if you see proper.

Given under my hand this the 15th day of December, 2023 Judge of Probate ADID 576077 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24

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Don’t forget to visit TNValleyWheels.com STATE OF ALABAMA PROBATE COURT MORGAN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF SURIYAH HEAVEN REIGN BELL, MINOR, BY MIRANDA DENISE BRUCE SMITH NOTICE TO: LAUMENN BELL, ALLEGED FATHER You will take notice that Miranda Denise Bruce Smith filed their petition on September 18, 2023, to adopt Suriyah Heaven Reign Bell, a minor, alleging that the said fathers, known and unknown have abandoned said minor. Please be advised that if you intend to contest this adoption, you must file a written response within thirty (30) days hereof with the attorney for the Petitioner, whose name and address is shown below and with the Clerk of said Probate Court.

Done this the 4TH day of December, 2023.

Judge of Probate Attorney for Petitioners: Hon. Steve Sasser P O Box 1021 Decatur, AL 35602-1021 (256) 274-8105 Judge of Probate Hon. Greg Cain Office of the Judge of Probate Morgan County Courthouse Decatur, Alabama 35602 ADID 574411 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23, 01/03/24

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been granted to the undersigned on the 5th day of December, 2023, by the Hon. GREG CAIN, Judge of the Probate Court of Morgan County, 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.

DOLA A. KAY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE ESTATE OF SAID DECEASED ADID 574573 12/13/23, 12/20/23, 12/27/23

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