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• Area Tournament Action • Martin Takes Second at State

• Public Notices • CONTINUED: Rainsville Council Meeting

• Huber to Run for D4 Constable • Harris Announces Run for Commission

• DeKalb Co. Upcoming Events • Remembering Jimmy Rogers

Council Passes Raises Amidst Confusion

By Marla Jones Managing Editor

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RAINSVILLE, Ala. — (Full Video on our Facebook) The Rainsville City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, February 3, 2020.

Councilmember Derek Rosson was absent from the meeting.

During the meeting, Councilmember Brandon Freeman presented Ordinance 2-3-2020, which would raise the salaries and offer health insurance benefits for the Mayor and Councilmembers in the next term of office.

Freeman stressed that the insurance benefits would not cost “one penny to Rainsville citizens.�

At the January 20, 2020 meeting, Freeman presented Ordinance 1-20-2020 and asked for the rules to be suspended for immediate consideration. The measure, which

required a unanimous vote, failed due to a no vote by Councilmember Marshall Stiefel. After multiple requests, Southern Torch was unable to obtain a copy of the ordinance.

Southern Torch approached Mayor Rodger Lingerfelt at Monday’s meeting questioning why we were unable to receive a copy of Ordinance 1-20-2020. Lingerfelt stated that “it wasn’t a big deal, and [he] didn’t reckon that there was a copy.�

Ordinance 2-3-2020

passed with a 4-1 vote, with Freeman, Lingerfelt, and Councilmembers Bejan Taheri and Ricky Byrum in favor of the increase.

Councilmember Marshall Stiefel was opposed to the proposed ordinance. According to the League of Municipalities, an ordinance requires two readings unless the rules are suspended and the ordinance passes on the first reading with unanimous consent from all members.

Southern Torch received a copy of the

second ordinance, which is listed as Ordinance 2-20-2020. It is unclear how the second ordinance presented was passed and adopted on the first reading without unanimous consent from all members.

We attempted to contact Councilmember Derek Rosson for comment on the ordinance but he did not return the call. “I feel that the money would be better served with employee raises and tax cuts,�

Stiefel said in a statement. “I would have never voted for something so serious when I never received a copy of the ordinance at either meeting. I don’t want to be like Nancy Pelosi by passing something just to find out what’s in it.�

In other business, the Council approved: • To bid work for a turn lane on Hwy 75

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Threat Made at Plainview

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By Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com RAINSVILLE, Ala. — A potential threat was reported on Monday, February 3, prompting responses from both Plainview School and DeKalb County Superintendent Jason Barnett.

According to the school, rumors and allegations of a potential threat were made and resulted in an investigation. The school increased security presence on campus and followed a regular schedule for the day.

The following day, DeKalb County Superintendent Jason Barnett stated: " [On] Monday morning, the school administration and I issued a statement out of an abundance of caution due to some statements that had been allegedly made.

Upon investigation, we had complete confidence in the safety of our students at school today but did want to make a statement for the parents and community. Once again, we determined students were at no risk to attend school as a regular toy schedule. We want to reiterate that student and campus safety is paramount and we will always err on the side of safety and caution."

Alabama Primary Elections Closing In

By Zach Hester Reporter zach@southerntorch.com

DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Voters across the State of Alabama are gearing up for this year’s primary elections on Tuesday, March 3.

In DeKalb County, voters will decide on several local elections, state elections, and of course, their chosen party’s nominee for President of the United States. Delegates for

national conventions will also be chosen with this election.

According to sample ballots provided by the Alabama Secretary of State website, the following elections will be on the Republican primary ballot: • President: Donald J. Trump, Bill Weld, Uncommitted • U.S. Senator: Stanley Adair, Bradley Byrne, Arnold Mooney, Roy Moore, Ruth Page Nelson, Jeff Sessions, Tommy

Tuberville • Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, No. 1: Greg Shaw, Cam Ward • Court of Civil Appeals Judge, No. 2: Phillip Bahakel, Matt Fridy • Court of Criminal Appeals, No. 1: Melvin Hasting, Mary Windom

• Court of Criminal Appeals, No. 2: Jill Ganus, Beth Kellum, Will Smith • Public Service Commission President: Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh, Robin Litaker The following elections will appear on ballots based on local

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Board of Education District One member Randy Peppers, and DeKalb County Revenue Commissioner Tyler Wilks qualified for re-election but are unopposed in both the primary and general elections. Incumbent DeKalb County District Judge Steve Whitmire has no opposition in either primary and will run as an independent in November.

Tom Wilson was the lone

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NAFTA NO MORE Sisk: No New Tax A Recount of a Jackson Co. Economic Calamity Without Voter Approval

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USA — Last Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) into law, a sweeping replacement of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

The signing of the new North American trade deal reforms guidelines for commerce relations between the three nations. During the signing ceremony, President Trump proclaimed, “We’re restoring America’s industrial might like never before.�

For many Jackson County citizens, this holds much significance due to the economic turmoil stemming from the implementation of NAFTA during the Clinton-era.

Eddie Gilbert, of Bryant, was among those who found themselves displaced in the labor market due to NAFTA. Gilbert was a supervisor at the Dover Mills plant of Andover Togs operated in Pisgah.

Gilbert recalled being skeptical of NAFTA before it was signed into law, “Ross Perot said if it was passed that you would hear a huge sucking sound of jobs leaving.

Sure enough, a few years later textile business in the southeast closed down and moved out of

the country.�

Jackson County was home to five Andover Togs plants until the company relocated south of the border.

Shortly thereafter, Gilbert sold his home and moved to Nashville, GA where he would manage Nashville Screen Plant.

About two years later, the company fled to the Dominican Republic.

Gilbert noted that three generations of families would typically work at the plant. “It’s a shame that’s what NAFTA brought when all those textile plants moved offshore.

My wife worked there too so we both lost our jobs.

The company closed without warning.�

Gilbert applauded the current administration’s economic reforms. “USMCA has got to be a lot better than NAFTA. All those people that worked for me at the time, middle-aged people, couldn’t find a job. Thanks to tax and regulatory cuts, manufacturing jobs are coming back.�

Allen Keller, Co-Owner of the Keller Lumber Company, offered praise of the deal from an industrial standpoint. “The terrible NAFTA trade deal implemented and overseen by our nation’s best and brightest, and responsible for the loss of seemingly countless manufacturing jobs, is now, mercifully, a thing of the past,� said Keller.

“It is unbelievable what this president has been able to accomplish, and this under nearly insurmountable odds. We have the highest hopes that the USMCA will be a boon to the American worker even as it is a great benefit to the U.S. manufacturer.�

Many laborers from Jackson County were employed by the once-booming sock mill industry in Fort Payne.

The city was once known as the “Official Sock Capital of the World.�

NAFTA paved the way for companies to flee the Mountain Lakes region and relocate to countries like Mexico for cheaper labor.

President Trump has implemented much of his “America First� agenda, especially relating to the issue of the trade imbalance. The U.S. and China recently agreed to a ‘Phase One’ deal that evens the playing field for American farmers. This comes after years of trade deficits with the communist country.

Many in Jackson County can recount the horrors NAFTA bestowed upon their livelihoods.

The new trade agreement can’t erase the suffering that families were forced to endure, but it places a renewed commitment to the American industry and the American worker that will have a lasting economic impact for years to come.

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JACKSON COUNTY, Ala. — District 4 Commissioner Mike Sisk (pictured on the s left), who’s running for re-election in the March 3rd Republican Primary, has a taken a stand on the issue of home rule and a potential revival of the one-cent n sales tax proposal. t “I’m not a tax man,� says Sisk. “We were elected to represent the people. I believe any tax must have the approval of the citizens of Jackson County. I am J absolutely opposed to home rule.� e Around 60 percent of Jackson County voters rejected the proposed one-cent f sales tax increase under previous Commission Chairman Matthew Hodges, a Democrat.

The idea of a renewed push for a one-cent sales tax increase via home rule has circulated among county leaders. Commissioner Sisk believes any new tax must have overwhelming voter approval. “Before a tax is proposed, the commission must earn the trust of the people.

We ought to lay out specifically what we’ll do with their hard-earned tax dollars.�

Sisk continues, “I’m a conservative. We must live within our means and listen to the concerns of our citizens.�

Currently, the Jackson County Legislative Delegation must give approval to the commission for any tax proposal to be placed on the ballot. If the county commission is granted home rule, this process may be bypassed. Tension exists between the two government entities, but Sisk insists there must be cohesion. “I have a great working relationship with our legislators. We’ve all got to work together in order to find solutions to our budget issues. I’ve had positive conversations with our Delegation and I’m hopeful that will continue. At the end of the day, we’re beholden to the people. It’s the people’s money, not ours.

JACKSON COUNTY UPCOMING EVENTS Every Saturday, DANCE EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT Come dance every Saturday night at the Veterans Post Home in Scottsboro! Admission is $5 with proceeds benefitting the assistance and programs needed to serve veterans and their families in the Jackson County area.

This is a smoke and alcohol free enviroment.

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located at 1616 Heroes Drive in Scottsboro. For more information, please call (256) 218-3033.

February 8-9, Open House at Cat's Pyjamas - Shop for art, dolls, and jewelry at the Valentine's Open House at The Cat's Pyjamas' Valentine's Open House on Saturday, February 8 from 10-6 and Sunday, February 9 from 12-5. The Cat's Pyjamas is located at 520 Thomas St. in Scottsboro.

February 13, Heart of Hospice - Shepherd's Cove Hospice will host the "Heart of Hospice" on Thursday, February 13 from 5 pm to 7 pm. The event will feature beer and wine tasting, awards, hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, and more! Located at 336 Gunter Avenue in Guntersville. The cost is $30 per person.

February 14, Alabama Ballet at NACC - Northeast Alabama

Community College will host the Alabama Ballet's performance of Romeo + Juliet on Friday, February 14 at 7pm in the Tom Bevill Lyceum. Tickets are $10 and would surely make for a perfect Valentine's Day date!

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March 7, Race to Remember - The 15th Annual Race to Remember 5K & 1-Mile

Fun Run will be held on Saturday, March 7 at 6:30am. The race is presented by Shepherd's Cove Hospice and does include chip timing. As always, there will be a tasty waffle bar, compliments of Waffle House, as well as a Kid's Zone area and vendors.

The event will conclude with the awards ceremony and door prizes. The cost is $25 per person and is located at 402 E. McCord Avenue in Albertville.

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FROM PAGE 1 Democrat to qualify countywide for re-election as DeKalb County Coroner, and he is unopposed in both elections.

According to sample ballots provided by the Alabama Secretary of State website, the following elections will be on the Democratic primary ballot: • President: Michael Bennet, Joseph R. Biden, Michael R. Bloomberg,

Cory Booker, Pete Buttigieg, Julian Castro, John K. Delaney, Tulsi Gabbard, Amy Klobuchar, Bernie Sanders, Tom Steyer, Elizabeth Warren, Marianne Williamson, Andrew Yang, Uncommitted • Public Service Commission President: Laura Casey, Robert L. Mardis III At the time of press, Democratic presidential candidates Cory Booker, Julian Castro, John K. Delaney, and Marianne Williamson have all ended

their campaigns for President; however, their names remain on the ballot.

In addition to primary elections, a proposed amendment to the Constitution of Alabama will appear on both ballots statewide. If passed, the amendment would change the name of the State Board of Education to the Alabama Commission on Elementary and Secondary Education, the name of the State Superintendent of Education to Secretary of

Elementary and Secondary Education, and provide for the appointment of board members and the superintendent by the Governor with approval from the Senate. The amendment also authorizes the Governor to appoint a team of local educators and officials to advise the commission.

For full sample ballots, including all delegate elections for both national conventions, please visit our website, southerntorch.com.

DeKALB COUNTY UPCOMING EVENTS

By Marla Jones, Managing Editor marla@southerntorch.com

DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — “Hello, friend� was the greeting you always received when walking into Mentone’s Green Leaf Grill.

Jimmy Rogers was not only the owner of the Green Leaf Grill, but also the chef, greeter, server and most importantly, my friend.

Jimmy passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2020, at the age of 62. We were fortunate to know Jimmy during the last two years through plenty of visits at his restaurant, which grew famous for its awardwinning catfish.

Jimmy was a community-oriented man with a giving spirit. He frequently hosted political events, community-wide Christmas dinners, and opened the doors of his restaurant for any and all on Thanksgiving Day. We had the pleasure of interviewing Jimmy several times on Torch Talk. He never wanted the attention, instead turning the camera to his business neighbors at Mentone’s “The Village,� whom he loved to promote.

Mentone will not ever be the same without Jimmy’s light and personality greeting you as you entered the town. He will be deeply missed for his food, fellowship, and most of all, as my friend.

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Every Monday, By His Hands Outreach Ministry - The By His Hands Outreach Ministry will host a soup kitchen beginning on Mondays at 6pm. The Clothes Closet will be open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. Both are at 2494 Church Avenue in Rainsville. Donations are greatly appreciated!

Every Monday, Sons of Confederate Veterans - The Sons of Confederate Veterans meets the 2nd Monday of each month at Burnt Church at 6pm in Sylvania.

Every Monday, Sons of the American Revolution - The Sons of the American Revolution meets the 3rd Monday of each month at Western Sizzlin' in Fort Payne at 6pm.

Every Wednesday, Breakthrough Church free meal - Come and enjoy a free meal and hear the Word of God on Wednesday nights starting January 3 at 5:30pm. If you need a ride, please contact: Lynn Haas at (256) 605-7854 or Connie Holdem at (256) 605-1776.

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Parents of Addicted Loved Ones - A new support group for Parents of Addicted Loved Ones is starting in Fort Payne at Word of Life Ministry, located at 3610 Gault Avenue North. The meeting will be held every Tuesday from 6pm to 7:30pm. Any adult family member over 18 is welcome to attend these PAL meetings, however, for insurance reasons, no one under the age of 18 may attend and child care will not be provided. For more information, visit palgroup.org.

Every Third Thursday, Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group - The Alzheimer's Association will begin hosting a caregivers support group solely devoted to those who provide care for people with Alzheimer's on the third Thursday of every month from 11am to 12pm at the Rainbow City First United Methodist Church. For more information, please call Olivia Kendrick at (256) 454-4375.

February 8, DeKalb Republican Breakfast Club - The DeKalb Republican Breakfast Club will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, February 8 at 7:30 am at Western Sizzlin' in Fort Payne. House District 24 Representative and Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter will be the guest

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February 8, Gold City at the Pickin' Post - Gold City will perform at The Pickin' Post in Fort Payne on Saturday, February 8 at 6 pm at $30 per person.

Tickets are available at Black's Tire in Rainsville and Roger's Pawn, Music & Jewelry in Fort Payne.

February 11, DeKalb County Democratic Club Meeting - The DeKalb County Democrats will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 11 at their headquarters in Fort Payne (located at 205 Gault Avenue North). Pizza will be available at 5:30 pm for $10, with the meeting at 6 pm. The guest speaker will be former Circuit Judge Randall Cole.

February 9, Sunday School Leadership Conference - The DeKalb Baptist Association will present their annual Sunday School Leadership Conference on Sunday, February 9 from 3 pm to 6 pm at Broadway Baptist Church in Rainsville. The speaker will be Dan Garland. All Sunday School leaders are encouraged to attend! Call (256) 638-4441 for more

February 14, The Primitive Quartet at Cricket Theatre - Enjoy the Primitive Quartet with The Baileys as a special guest at the Cricket Theatre in Collinsville. The show begins at 6 pm, $12 advance tickets and $15 at the door.

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• Approved Local Government Training Class for Sheila Townsend and Kennedi Traylor • Accepted the resignation of Sandy Goff from the Zoning Board • Authorized the Mayor to sign a contract and pay ½ of $15,000 fee to Little Texas for performance at the Rainsville Freedom Fest • Awarded First Quality Homes & Construction a roofing contract for the library in the amount of $30,861 The Council went into executive session to discuss pending litigation with no action taken.

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Harris Announces Huber to Run for Run for Commission DeKalb Co. Constable

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DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Geraldine Town Councilman Terry Harris has announced his run for DeKalb County Commission, District 2 in the Republican primary.

Harris currently serves on the Geraldine Town Council, where he helped lead the first phase of a new sewer system, remodeling of the senior center, and work on both roads and the Town Park. “I’m fortunate to work with a hardworking Mayor and four other councilmen that have the same goals that I do,� said Harris. “That is to see that the town grows and prospers to build a better community for the young and old.�

Harris has been

self-employed for 40 years. In 1986, he started Video 2 Go with his brother and one year later, he opened a second location with his father in Rainsville. Before he sold the business to Movie Gallery in 2000, Harris had Video 2 Go stores in Fyffe, Fort Payne, Scottsboro, and Section. He currently owns Harris Properties, a business that rents commercial real estate in three DeKalb County cities. Harris is also the co-owner of ScrapDogs Recycling LLC, as well as TreeWorx Tree Service and Disaster Relief LLC. “I feel by being self-employed [gives] me

more time to go out and listen and look at the problems in the County when someone calls,� he stated.

Harris is a lifelong resident of DeKalb County and a 1977 graduate of Geraldine High School. He has been married to Teresa (Stephens) Harris for 30 years and they have two sons, Keylon and Colton, and one grandson, Caston. “Some people say when they take office, they will hit the ground running,� said Harris. “But I am not waiting until I am elected to go to work, I am already working for you.�

Harris will face incumbent Commissioner Scot Westbrook in the Republican primary. No Democrats qualified to run for the seat. The election will be held on Tuesday, March 3.

By Zach Hester Reporter zach@southerntorch.com

RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Mark Huber of Rainsville has announced his intentions to run for DeKalb County Constable, District 4.

Huber is running in the Republican primary.

Huber is a 1982 graduate of Plainview High School. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Management of Technology from Athens State University. Huber also holds an EMS EMT-intermediate degree from Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC).

Huber is the general manager of WVSM Radio in Rainsville and an amateur radio operator and severe storm spotter for the National Weather Service.

Huber served on the

Rainsville City Council from 1992 to 1996 and has spent over 20 years on the Northeast Alabama Home and Garden Show Board of Directors. He is a former emergency management technician (EMT) with the Rainsville Rescue Squad, a former volunteer fireman with the Rainsville Fire Department, a former reserve police officer

with the Rainsville Police Department, and a former volunteer with the DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency (EMA).

Huber is married to Regina (Morgan) Huber and has two children.

Huber faces Jeff Keener and Billy J. Whitt in the Republican primary. No Democrats qualified to run for the position. The primary election will be held on Tuesday, March 3.

DEATH NOTICES W.T. WILSON Susan C. Smith - 60 of Crossville, passed away on Wednesday, January 29. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Clyde Larry Stephens - 70 of Fyffe, passed away on Wednesday, January 29.

A visitation was held from 1pm to 8pm on Friday, January 31 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel.

Peggy Ann Turner - 75 of Albertville, passed away on Wednesday, January 29.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Saturday, February 1 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with burial in Harmony Cemetery in Macedonia.

John Maxwell Clifton - 89 of Pisgah, passed away on Thursday, January 30.

Funeral services were held at 2pm on Sunday, February 2 at Freedom Church with burial in Pisgah Cemetery.

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Abernathy - 60 of Collinsville, passed away on Saturday, February 1.

Funeral services were held at 11am on Tuesday, February 4 at W.T. Wilson

Funeral Chapel with a masonic rites burial in Mount Moriah Cemetery.

Charles Steven “Louie� Bryant - 50 of Grove Oak, passed away on Saturday, February 1.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Monday, February 3 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with burial in Free Hill Cemetery in Rosalie.

Mary V. Hughes Culpepper - 94 of Fyffe, passed away on Saturday, February 1. Funeral services will be held at 2:30pm on Friday, February 7 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with burial in Beulah Cemetery.

Wanda Faye Sisk - 75 of Fyffe, passed away on Sunday, February 2.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Tuesday, February 4 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with burial in Rainsville Memorial Park.

Jose Luis Nava - 63 of Fyffe, passed away on Monday, February 3.

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Sylba Ann Cooper - 79 of Henagar, passed away on Monday, February 3.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Thursday, February 6 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with burial in Pine Grove Cemetery.

Margaret Diane St. John - 66 of Collinsville, passed away on Monday, February 3. Funeral services were held at noon on Friday, February 7 at W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel with burial in Collinsville Cemetery.

BURT Cecil Edward Baty - 91, passed away on Thursday, January 30. Funeral services were held at 1pm on Saturday, February 1 at Burt Chapel-Valley Head with burial in Bankhead Cemetery in Mentone.

CORNER STONE Melanie Elizabeth Shippey - 62 of Atlanta, Ga., passed away on Monday, January 27.

Funeral services were held at 3pm on Wednesday, February 5 at St. Phillips Episcopal Church in Fort Payne.

Nora Mae Shiflett - 77 of Pisgah, passed away on Thursday, January 30.

Funeral services were held at 2pm at Corner Stone

Funeral Chapel with burial in Green Haven Memorial Gardens.

Raymond Browder - 86 of Henagar, passed away on Friday, January 31. A visitation was held on Saturday, February 1 from 10am to 5pm.

H.R. Weldon - 82 of Flat Rock, passed away on Monday, February 3.

Funeral services were held at 2pm on Wednesday, February 5 at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel with burial in Beulah Chapel Cemetery.

Eugene Henry Evans - 79 of Bryant, passed away on Monday, February 3.

Funeral services were held at 4pm on Tuesday, February 4 at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel with burial in Bryant Cemetery.

KERBY Jeff Sloan - 65, passed away on Monday, January 27. Funeral services were held at 2pm on Thursday, January 30 at Kerby Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Copeland Bridge Cemetery.

Allie Cleo Wilks - 91 of Scottsboro, passed away on Monday, February 3.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Friday, February 7 at Kerby Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Henagar Memorial Park.

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GERALDINE Betty Sue Nelms - 80 of Dawson, passed away on Saturday, February 2.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Tuesday, February 4 at Geraldine Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Fairview Cemetery.

WILSON Bill Rupil - 73 of Valley Head, passed away on Friday, January 31. Funeral services were held at 3pm on Sunday, February 2 at Wills Valley Community Church with burial in Mountain View Memory Gardens.

Claudia Inez Miller - 89 of Fort Payne, passed away on Saturday, February 1. Funeral services were held at 1pm on Sunday, February 2 at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel.

WILSON Jimmy Rogers - 62 of Rainsville, passed away on Sunday, February 2.

Visitation was held from 10am to 1:45pm at Rainsville Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 4.

Funeral services were held at 2pm on Tuesday, February 4 at Rainsville Church of Christ with Bro. Byron Fricks officiating.

Burial followed in the adjoining cemetery.

Rogers is survived by his sister, Sharon Gibson and her husband, Parker.

He was preceded in death his parents, Lelon and Betty Sue Rogers.

Gary Berry - 66 of Fyffe, passed away on

Monday, January 27.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Thursday, January 30 at Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Piney Grove Cemetery.

Madge Flynn - 88 of Henagar, passed away on Wednesday, January 29.

Funeral services were held at 2pm on Saturday, February 1 at Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Mountain Home Cemetery.

Jeanie Cambron - 51 of Sylvania, passed away on Monday, February 3.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 7 at noon at Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Brian Harris officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 6 from 11am to 8pm and Friday, February 7 from 9am to 12pm. Burial will follow in Pea Ridge Cemetery.

Cambron is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Cambron; sons, Jacob Cambron (Ashley) and Dillon Cambron (Harley); mother, Faynell Hicks; brother, Gary Hicks; sisters, Sherry Davis (Steve) and Sheila Higgins; 15 nieces and nephews, Ryan, Miranda, Jordan, Caity, Travis, Jacey, Jarred, River, Kenadie, Slade, Reed, Dallas, Kylie, Sophia, and Lily. She was preceded in death by her father, William Lester Hicks.

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BOYS CLASS 1A: Woodville 75, Valley Head 44 CLASS 2A: Asbury 64, Collinsville 60; Fyffe 70, Ider 40 CLASS 3A: Plainview 81, Pisgah 47; Geraldine 88, Sylvania 84 CLASS 5A: Crossville 45, Boaz 42 CLASS 6A: Albertville 85, Fort Payne 61

PHOTO BY KRISTY GALLAGHER

PHOTO BY KRISTY GALLAGHER

In the first game of the Class 3A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Plainview Bears defeated the Pisgah Eagles, 81-47. In the championship game of the Class 3A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Plainview Bears will face the Geraldine Bulldogs on Thursday.

In the first game of the Class 3A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Geraldine Bulldogs defeated the Sylvania Rams, 88-84. In the championship game of the Class 3A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Geraldine Bulldogs will face the Plainview Bears on Thursday.

GIRLS CLASS 1A: Valley Head 65, Woodville 34 CLASS 2A: Collinsville 54, Cedar Bluff 36; Ider 70, Section 48; Fyffe 74, NSM 44 CLASS 3A: Pisgah 95, Geraldine 53; Sylvania 69, Plainview 49 CLASS 5A: Boaz, Crossville 22 CLASS 6A: Fort Payne 45, Oxford 24

PHOTO BY CHERYL BOYDSTON

PHOTO BY CHERYL BOYDSTON

In the first game of the Class 2A AHSAA Area Tournament, the In the first game of the Class 2A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Fyffe Red Devils defeated the North Sand Mountain Lady Bisons, 74-44. Ider Lady Hornets defeated the Section Lady Lions, 70-48. In the In the second game of the Class 2A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Lady second game of the Class 2A AHSAA Area Tournament, the Lady Red Devils will face the Ider Hornets in the area tournament.

Hornets will face the Fyffe Lady Red Devils in the area tournament.

Martin Takes 2nd at State

By Marla Jones Sports Editor marla@southerntorch.com

DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Jesse Martin, a seventh-grader at Fyffe High School, is a fourth-year participant on the Fort Payne Wrestling Team.

Martin placed second in the state in the 140-weight class last weekend.

Congratulations on this achievement, Jesse!

HUNTER OF THE WEEK This week's Southern Torch Hunter of the Week is Jayden Sayre!

Jayden is 10-years-old and in the fourth grade at Williams Avenue Elementary School.

To be featured as our next Hunter of the Week, submit your photos to marla@ southerntorch.com!

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