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at a rate of $11.68 per hour as a certified volunteer. He will sign a four-year contract with the City of Rainsville in exchange for them sending him to Rookie School.

Councilmember Brandon Freeman reported that the City pool had opened on May 28 to huge attendance. He also said that the Rainsville Farmers Market will open on Thursday, June 6 at 4pm.

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A bill that would require sex offenders whose victims were minors to undergo “chemical castration treatment� as a condition of parole is now on the desk of Governor Kay Ivey.

The bill would require someone who had been “convicted of a sex offense involving a person under the age of 13� to start chemical castration treatment at least one month prior to their release from custody. If the offender chooses not to continue treatment, their parole will be violated and they will be taken back into custody. The Alabama Department of Public Health will be responsible for administering the treatment.

The bill defines “chemical castration treatment� as “the receiving of medication... that, among other things,

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By Zach Hester Art Director FORT PAYNE, Ala. — (Full Video on our Facebook) At this week’s meeting of the Fort Payne City Council, the Council presented Fort Payne City Schools Superintendent Jim Cunningham with two checks that will be used toward school supplies for students and teachers.

The first check was the City’s regular donation of $50,000 toward the purchase of school supplies for Fort Payne City Schools students. The second was a $150,000 donation for additional supplies in the classroom.

Cunningham thanked the Council on behalf of the approximately 3,200 students who will benefit on behalf of these donations.

Russell Gilley and Mary Allison Haynie addressed the Council regarding the Alabama Community Scholars Institute coming to Fort Payne. The events, which are presented by the Alabama Folklife Association, will be throughout Fort Payne and Lookout Mountain from June 19-22. For more information on the events, please visit the Alabama Folklife Association’s website at www. alabamafolklife.homestead.com/research.

A public hearing was held to receive comments about a proposed vacation of an unopened alleyway at Gault Avenue and 14th Street North and adjacent to First Fidelity Bank. No comments were made.

The Council approved the following: • Resolution 2019-25, which approves the vacation of the unopened alleyway (stated above) • $1000 appropriation to the Fort Payne High School Fishing Team, at the request of Stan Blevins, to help offset tournament expenses In his report, Mayor Larry Chesser updated the Council on the Alabama Legislature’s most recent session.

The next meeting of the Fort Payne City Council will be held on Tuesday, June 18 at 12pm in the Council Chambers on the second floor of Fort Payne City Hall.

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Bids were opened at Monday's meeting of the Rainsville City Council for the Boozer Bridge project. The project's anticipated cost is $335,000. (Zach Hester | Southern Torch)

By Marla Jones Managing Editor RAINSVILLE, Ala. — (Full Video on our Facebook) At this week’s meeting of the Rainsville City Council, the Council agreed to start the bidding process for the Boozer Bridge project.

Adam Lea of Ladd Environmental Consultants, Inc., advised the Council that the expected cost for the project would be $335,000.

This project will be a joint effort between the City of Rainsville and DeKalb

County. The sealed bids will be open on August 1 at 12pm.

Mayor Rodger Lingerfelt stated the bridge could be paid for through the expected revenue from the gas tax, which was passed earlier this year by the Alabama Legislature.

According to the Rebuild Alabama Act, the City of Rainsville is projected to receive $94,318 annually.

The Council moved to hire Chance Williams, one of the first graduates of the DeKalb County Technology Center’s Fire College Program. He will be hired

WOMAN KILLED IN FP WRECK

By Staff Reports

FORT PAYNE, Ala. — According to Fort Payne Police Chief Randy Bynum: On Tuesday May 28th at approximately 4:57 pm a call of a two-vehicle accident was reported to the Fort Payne Police

Department.

Officers arrived on scene and discovered a 2003 Jeep Liberty, driven

by Robert Joseph Hairell age 21 of Fort Payne and a 1997 Nissan Altima, driven

by Barbara Appleton Burgess, 77 of Fort Payne, collided at the intersection

of 13th Street N and Alabama Avenue NW. Chief Bynum reported that Fort Payne Fire Medics arrived and found Ms. Burgess unresponsive.

Burgess was later pronounced deceased at the scene. Mr. Hairell had extensive injuries and was

transported to Dekalb Regional Medical Center for treatment. The investigation into the accident continues by Fort Payne Police Detectives and Fort Payne Traffic Homicide Investigator with possible charges forth coming.

IVEY LOWERS PRICE FOR DEKALB CO. PISTOL PERMITS

By Zach Hester Art Director DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Last week, Governor Kay Ivey signed Alabama Senate Bill 284 (HB433), which lowered the price of pistol permits in DeKalb County from $25 to $15.

DeKalb County’s pistol permit price was set by a bill in the state legislature in 1991. To change the

price, another bill was required to pass through Montgomery’s latest legislative session.

In comparison, the new price comes much closer to the price of the pistol permits of the counties surrounding DeKalb County. In both Etowah and Cherokee counties, the pistol permit price is $20 annually, with a $10 annual price set for

Cherokee County residents over the age of 65. Marshall County’s price is $10 per year and DeKalb’s new price directly matches Jackson County’s price of $15 per year.

During his 2018 campaign for DeKalb County Sheriff, Nick Welden promised to lower the price of the pistol permit.

In a press release,

Welden stated, “One main goal since taking office has been reducing the permit price. Due to the price being set in the Alabama Legislature, it took some time to get the bills passed in Montgomery.�

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13 ARRESTED IN KILPATRICK SATURATION

Andres Mendoza (DCSO)

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Joshua Otinger (DCSO)

Kimberly McHenry (DCSO)

Sharronda Helton (DCSO)

By Staff Reports FORT PAYNE, Ala. — From the Office of DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden: Yesterday (Thursday, May 30, 2019) Deputies and Drug Task Force Agents with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office conducted saturation patrols in the Kilpatrick area. 13 in total were arrested.

The charges ranged from drug paraphernalia to drinking while driving. Two were also found to have outstanding warrants with other agencies.

One suspect (Ethan Nathaniel Heaton), was found to be in possession of methamphetamine, roughly 40 Tramidol pills, and several other illegal prescriptions. Heaton attempted to flee on foot, but was apprehended after a short foot chase.

Those arrested in the operation were: • Bradley Todd Brothers (46 of Crossville): Possession of Controlled Substance; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • Ethan Nathaniel Heaton (27 of Crossville): Possession of Controlled

Substance (x2); Drug Paraphernalia; Open Container; Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs; Attempt to Elude; Resisting Arrest • Sharronda Kelton (36 of Altoona, AL): Drug Paraphernalia • Jameson Masters (23 of Boaz): Unlawful Possession of Prohibited Beverage • Danny McCullars (30 of Horton, AL): Drug Paraphernalia • Kimberly McHenry (27 of Boaz): Drug Paraphernalia • Andres Gasper

Mendoza (25 of Albertville): Unlawful Possession of Prohibited Beverage • Austin Lee Morgan (23 of Boaz): Possession of Marijuana (2nd Degree); Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • Joshua Otinger (25 of Albertville): Unlawful Possession of Prohibited Beverage • Aros Reeves (37 of Geraldine, AL): Possession of Controlled Substance; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Probation Violation • John Michael Butler

(37 of Boaz): Arrested on an outstanding warrant for another agency • James Loudermilk (39 of Grant): Arrested on an outstanding warrant for another agency • 17 year old Juvenile of Crossville; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Possession of Marijuana (2nd Degree) DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden said of the incident: “This operation was another part of our effort to clean up our communities. We’ll

continue them across the county to make it difficult for those who break the law to travel our roads.”

“Whether it’s possession of dangerous drugs or drinking while driving, you’ll be placed in cuffs and taken to the DeKalb County Jail. Our citizens should be able to travel our roadways without risking their lives because of your irresponsible actions.”

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reduces, inhibits, or blocks the production of testosterone, hormones, or other chemicals in a person’s body.”

At the time of press, the bill was being reviewed

by Governor Kay Ivey. It passed through the Senate by a vote of 27-0 and the House by 72-16. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Steve Hurst (R-Munford).

Alabama would not be the first state to implement this program. California was the first US state to allow chemical castration for child molesters in 1996, with others states — including Florida, Texas, and Montana — following suit in the years after.

Eric Samples stated there has been approximately 22 applicants for the position of Director of the Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center and the interview process has begun.

The Council approved the following: • The purchase of 15, 6” round tables at a cost of $130 per table • Repairs to the stage at the Tom Bevill Enrichment Center (TBEC) in the amount of $500-700 • The purchase of two lockboxes for outside lighting at a cost of “less

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than a few hundred dollars” • The resignation of Police Officer Stephen Shassberger, and opened applications to replace him • Resolution 06-03-2019, which surpluses a 1994 Ford dump truck from the Sanitation Department • Approved $12,000 for sidewalk repairs to make them handicap accessible in front of the TBEC • Approved $14,000 for sewer repair work in the Kilgore subdivision area The next meeting of the Rainsville City Council will be held on Monday, June 17 at 5pm with a work session beginning at 4:15pm.

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Beware of Snakes & Know

What To Do If Bitten

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DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Due to the recent death of an Alabama man from a copperhead snake bite, and other reported incidents lately, people are being warned to watch closely while outside. In these hot and humid conditions, snakes are looking for shade, water, and food.

Doctors, paramedics, and rescues crews are sending out a warning as temperatures are on the increase: beware of snakes and know what do to if bitten.

While over 40 species of snakes can be found in Alabama, only six are venomous. The copperhead is one of those six venomous snakes that make Alabama their home.

The others are: Cottonmouth, Timber Rattlesnake, Pygmy Rattlesnake, Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake and Eastern Coral snake.

However, even non-venomous snakes can still pose a health risk to people. According to the Auburn Extension Service, “While they do not have venom, a bite from a nonvenomous snake can cause infections. If left untreated, these infections could cause serious health problems.”

Local physician Dr. Mandi Allen-Bell offers this medical advice, “If you are bitten, try to remain calm.

Try to remember what the snake looks like, specifically shape of the head ( round- non poisonous vs triangular

-poisonous) - don’t attempt to catch or kill the snake.

Remove jewelry or tight clothing near the bite as severe swelling may occur.

Lift the bitten extremity to heart level. Clean the wound in the direction away from the wound. Do not bleed the wound, attempt to suck venom from the wound or ice the wound. Always seek medical attention as venomous bites can be fatal.”

In talking with Dr. Jim Armstrong, Professor of Forestry, Wildlife, and Natural Resources and snake identification specialist, “Deaths from a venomous snake bite are rare in Alabama, but the possibility is there, and folks should certainly be aware of that possibility.

“Overall, most snakes, regardless of species, are not aggressive. However, any snake, venomous or not, may be aggressive if cornered or picked up,” Armstrong said. “Some species tend to bite more readily than others, but

there is great variation even within a species.”

Armstrong adds that while nothing will guarantee that you never meet a snake, there are some things that can be done to reduce the chances of a snake around your home. Some snakes, such as the venomous copperhead and rattlesnakes, will be found among old rocks or woodpiles, using them as shelter and feeding areas.

However, snakes can be found in some very unusual places.

Dr. Bell agreed and added, “Best medicine is prevention.... avoid high risk areas like tall grass, brush, rocky areas, fallen logs, bluffs, swamps, marshes, deep holes in the ground. If you must be in those areas, use a long stick to poke the ground in front to scare snakes away.

Wear thick boots in those areas, always watch your step and don’t handle even recently killed snakes as they can still have a bite reflex.”

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ALABAMA COMMUNITY SCHOLARS INSTITUTE COMING TO FORT PAYNE

By Staff Reports FORT PAYNE, Ala. — From June 19-22, 2019, participants in an educational training program of the Alabama Folklife Association (AFA) will be learning more about the field of folklore and local music traditions.

During Alabama Community Scholars Institute: Sounds of Appalachia, workshops, lectures, and experiences will provide opportunities to develop skills and access tools and resources to enhance the documentation, preservation, and presentation of folk music.

Executive Director Mary Allison Haynie states, “the AFA is honored to bring ACSI to northeast Alabama. The contributing scholars and artists are of the highest caliber and

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share a profound appreciation for the musical genres that took root in the region and continue to flourish today.”

Training will introduce fieldwork methods and ways to present archival material and living traditions through arts in education, radio programs, exhibits, publications, documentaries, and audio productions. Many courses and the opening night old-time fiddle show, featuring Matt Downer and James Bryan, will take place at Jacksonville State University’s Little River Canyon Center. Evening programs will offer opportunities to enjoy historic downtown Fort Payne to see movies and hear more great music.

On June 21, there will be a series of programs dedicated to country music.

Funded in part by a grant from South Arts, a public discussion with music and storytelling will take place at 2pm at the Fort Payne Opera House. Kathy Louvin, daughter of Ira Louvin, will be joined by surviving siblings of the Louvin Brothers to present their family heritage. A tour of the Opera House will follow and then Dr. James Akenson will give a talk on the 1932 performances of Jimmie Rodgers. That evening, Kathy Louvin will perform at Vintage 1889.

According to long-time AFA board member and leader in the arts, Russell Gulley, “the Alabama Community Scholars Institute is something that I am very pleased to see come to Fort Payne. It’s a great way to revitalize the documentation and preservation of our vast

musical heritage.”

Sessions are funded in part by a grant from the Alabama Humanities Foundation (AHF) and a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts (ASCA) provided overall support. Gulley and Haynie are both grateful to the AHF, South Arts, ASCA, the City of Fort Payne, the Canyon Center, Landmarks of DeKalb County, and Main Street Fort Payne for their support.

All sessions will be open and FREE to the public, but for everyone and full-time graduating participants, registration fees (tickets) can cover meals and/or accommodations at DeSoto State Park as needed.

For more information and links to register, visit the AFA website’s “Research” page.

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By Staff Reports DeKALB COUNTY, Ala. — Local artist Levi Abney will debut his very first single this August.

Abney is a native of Louisiana, but after Hurricane Katrina, he, like many others, found himself looking for a new place to put down his roots.

A trip up Interstate 59 brought his family through Fort Payne, Ala., where a need for fuel caused them to stop long enough to take in the beautiful mountain views. After that, Abney and his family would call Lookout Mountain home.

Abney is a self-taught singer-songwriter who began his musical journey at age 15. It was ten years later that he wrote his first song. In 2015, Abney's father gave him his first guitar with just one string attached. It only took a few months for Abney to get the hang of the instrument.

Now after a great deal of encouragement, Abney is pursuing his music dreams.

You can visit his website at LeviAbneyMusic.com or hear him on his YouTube channel.

Abney will debut his new single at Decks & Docks in Leesburg, Ala. on August 24 at 8pm.

UPCOMING EVENTS 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, 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 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.

June 7, DERA Meeting The DeKalb Education Retirees Association (DERA) will meet on Friday, June 7 at Kelly's Kitchen in Rainsville at 10pm. Jill Jackson, Executive Director of the Alabama Education Retirees Association (AERA). All retired educators, certified and support professionals are encouraged to attend.

June 8, TEEN SING 2019 at Central Church of Christ - Central Church of Christ invites everyone to attend Teen Sing 2019 on Friday, June 8 from 9am to 12pm with Jayse Pruitt as the guest speaker!

June 9, Salem UMC Singing - A singing will be held at Salem United Methodist Church in Geraldine on Sunday, June 9 at 6pm featuring The Bradford Quartet of Trenton, Ga. as the special singers.

Everyone is invited to attend!

June 9-13, Rainsville FBC VBS - Rainsville First Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School from Sunday, June 9 through Thursday, June 13 at 5:30pm to 8pm. Children ages 3 through sixth grade. There is

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June 10, 17, 24, iPhone Workshop for Senior Adults at NACC - An iPhone workshop will be held at Northeast Alabama Community College in three Monday sessions on June 10, 17, and 24 all from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in the Business Education Building, Room 207. All three sessions must be attended with registration. To register, contact Sherry Whitten at (256) 638-4418 or (256) 228-6001 (ext. 2315) or by email at whittens@nacc. edu.

June 11, DeKalb County Democrats Meeting - The DeKalb County Democratic

Club will meet on Tuesday, June 11 at 5:30pm at the Coal and Iron Building in Fort Payne. The program will be about voter registration.

Pizza, salad, dessert and a drink for $10. Visitors are welcome!

June 15, 11th Annual Freedom Run 5K & 10K Don't miss the area's largest fun run/walk! The Rainsville Freedom Run will begin at Broadway Baptist Church in Rainsville at 8am. Proceeds will benefit local charities.

Pre-registration (before May 31) is $30 and after May 31 is $35. Registration will close at 1,000 walkers/runners. To register online, look at contact information and more, visit racesonline.com!

June 15, 5th Annual Charity Car, Truck & Cycle Show - The 5th Annual

Charity Car, Truck & Cycle Show will be held on Saturday, June 15 from 8am to 12:30pm at the Jackson County Fair Grounds. The weather backup date will be June 22. For more information, visit the Facebook page for the Jackson County Cruisers Alabama or call (256) 647-1880.

June 20-23, Alabama Fan Appreciation Weekend - Fort Payne's own country music group ALABAMA invite you to their Fan Club & Museum and weekend activities throughout DeKalb County. Tour the fan club, attend an autograph session, enjoy concerts and so much more! Check the ALABAMA Facebook page for more information, including various times and places of events.

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In RE: The Estate of Michael Derek Crane, deceased

In RE: The Estate of Tomas L. Garcia, deceased

In RE: The Estate of Joe John Raulston, deceased

In RE: The Estate of Ellen C. West, deceased

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Letters of Administration of said deceased having been granted to Hilary Renee Lawton, Personal Representative, on the 15th day of May, 2019, by the Honorable Ronnie Osborn, Judge of Probate Court of DeKalb 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.

Letters of Administration of Said Deceased having been granted to Genesis Garcia, personal representative, on the 15th day of May, 2019, by the Honorable Ronnie Osborn, Judge of Probate Court of DeKalb 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.

Letters of Administration of said Deceased having been granted to Mary E. Raulston, Personal Representative, on the 20th day of May, 2019, by the Honorable Ronnie Osborn, Judge of Probate Court of DeKalb 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.

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BY ADMINISTRATOR Letters of Administration of said Deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 11th day of February, 2018, by Ronnie Osborn, Judge of the Probate Court of DeKalb 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.

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RONNIE OSBORN, Probate Judge of DeKalb County, Alabama

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Letters of Administration on the Estate of Mildred King, Deceased, having been granted to the udnersigned on the 15th day of May, 2019, by the Honorable Ronnie Osborn, Judge of Probate of said County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate, are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law, or the same will be barred.

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By Steve Flowers Political Columnist

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — For almost 100 years one of, if not the best annual event for young Alabama High School leaders in Alabama has been the Alabama Boys State and the Alabama Girls State programs.

These events are sponsored by the American Legion and the American Legion Auxillary. Boys State and Girls State are sponsored nationwide by the American Legion. The programs epitomize the American Legion’s mission to honor those who have bought us our American freedom.

The Girls State and Boys State programs brings the brightest high school

leaders together every June. These young Alabama leaders will be Alabama’s governmental leaders in the future.

During the week-long session these high school rising seniors develop leadership skills and action-based understanding of the governmental process that gives them a lasting foundation for success both professionally and personally.

Boys State has spawned Alabama’s governmental leaders for decades. I attended Boys State 50-years ago this month. I remember it like it was yesterday. It is a lifetime memory. You make friends that last throughout life and have resurfaced my entire life.

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One of my contemporaries from Boys State, who became a lifetime friend, is current Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, Tom Parker.

Now that women have taken their rightful place in Alabama governmental positions, it is appropriate that our top two female leaders in Alabama got their start at Alabama Girls State. Governor Kay Ivey and BCA CEO Katie Britt were leaders at Girls State.

Katie Britt, who was young Katie Boyd, has always been an outstanding leader. Katie became Governor of Girls State.

Kay Ivey has stayed extremely active as a Board member and Director of Girls State ever since her years at Auburn University. She has volunteered as a counselor for over 50 years. She loves Girls State. In fact, when these young female leaders meet next week at the University of Alabama for the 79th time, Kay will address them as their Governor and fellow Girls Stater.

These young women leaders will organize and assume the roles of government leaders. They

will campaign in mock parties called the “Federalists� and “Nationalists.� They will divide up in cities and become mayors and county officials. Then others will have bigger roles as state constitutional officers and Supreme Court Judges.

One will become Governor.

She and the Lt. Governor will go to Washington D.C. to attend Girls Nation.

They may even run for President of Girls Nation.

Governor Ivey has mentored several Girls State leaders over the years. Lee Grant Sellers, “Mrs.� Girls State, was an outstanding leader from Montgomery. She is now the 18-year Director of Alabama’s Girls State. Lee’s husband, Will Sellers, currently sits on the Alabama Supreme Court.

By the way, Lee and Will are Kay Ivey’s closest friends and confidants.

We have had a President of Girls Nation mentored by Governor Kay Ivey, Cathy Johnson Randall. Kay bonded with Cathy through Girls State.

Cathy has been one of the most outstanding leaders in Alabama over the past 50 years. She headed Kay

Ivey’s Gubernatorial Inauguration Committee.

I knew Cathy as a student at the University of Alabama. She was by far the most respected leader on campus, male or female.

She was president of everything on campus.

While at the University, she was a Chi Omega, a Crimson Girl, SGA Senator and ODK, and a member of Mortar Board.

After graduation from the Capstone, she married Pettus Randall from Tuscaloosa, thus becoming Cathy Johnson Randall.

Upon his death she became the Chairman of the Board of Randall Holdings. She is also on the Board of the Alabama Power Company

and Mercedes Benz.

While in high School, Cathy Johnson Randall was elected Governor of Girls State and then went on to become President of Girls Nation. Believe it or not, her husband Pettus, was Boys State Governor and Boys Nation President.

Furthermore, she and Pettus had a daughter who was Governor of Girls State and President of Girls Nation.

Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www. steveflowers.us.

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Damian Juan Jimenez - Infant of Albertville, passed away on Tuesday, May 28 at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. A graveside service was held on Friday, May 31 at 1pm at Rainsville Memorial Park with burial following.

Joyce Marie Dabbs - 73 of Fort Payne, passed away on Saturday, June 1. Funeral services were held at 2pm on Tuesday, June 4 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Bros. Royce Cornelison and Joey Ferguson officiating. Burial followed in Free Home Cemetery.

John W. Heard - 84 of Sand Rock, passed away on Thursday, May 30. Funeral services were held at 2pm on Saturday, June 1 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Jones officiating. Burial followed in Collinsville Cemetery.

Leon Bryant - 71 of Fort Payne, passed away on Thursday, May 30 at his residence. Funeral services were held at 11am on Saturday, June 1 at Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Bethel Cemetery in Jamestown.

Hazel Ruth Baugh - 87 of Fort Payne, passed away on Saturday, June 1. Funeral services were held at 11am on Tuesday, June 4 at WT Wilson Funeral Chapel. Burial followed in New Canaan Cemetery.

Donald Wayne Gillilan - 39 of Dutton, passed away on Thursday, May 30. Funeral services were held at 3pm on Sunday, June 2 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Randall Hastings officiating. Burial followed in New Canaan Cemetery.

Virginia Helms - 78 of Fort Payne, passed away on Saturday, June 1 at his her residence. Funeral services were held at 11am on Wednesday, June 5 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Benjamin Young officiating. Burial followed in Wesley’s Chapel Cemetery.

Labron Ray Johnson - Passed away on Monday, June 3. Funeral services were held at 1pm on Thursday, June 6 at WT Wilson Funeral Chapel. Burial followed in Mountain View Memory Gardens.

Joyce Gail Pellam - 73 of Scottsboro, passed away on Saturday, June 1. Funeral services were held at 1pm on Wednesday, June 5 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Stern Cemetery in Stevenson.

Ronnie Burt - 62 of Fort Payne, passed away on Thursday, May 30 at DeKalb Regional Medical Center.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Phillip DeWayne Hulgan - 79 of Highpoint, passed away on Saturday, June 1 at his residence.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Tuesday, June 1 at Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Pine Grove Cemetery.

Janet Wilborn - 86 of Fort Payne, passed away on Saturday, June 1 at Gadsden Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services were held at 11am on Monday, June 3 at Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel with Bros. Kent Wilborn and Brent Wilborn officiating. Burial followed in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

KERBY Dewayne Horton - 49 of Henagar, passed away on Tuesday, May 28. Funeral services were held at 4pm on Thursday, May 30 at Kerby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Robby Ferguson officiating. Burial followed in Fuller Cemetery.

WILSON Barbara Appleton Burgess - 77 of Fort Payne, passed away on Tuesday, May 28. Funeral services were held at 3pm on Sunday, June 2 at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Revs. Alan Beasley and David McMillen officiating. Burial followed in Fischer Cemetery.

Nelson Ellis - 85 of Rainsville, passed away on Friday, May 31 at his residence. Funeral services were held at 5pm on Sunday, June 2 at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Valley Head Cemetery.

Clarence McClendon - 86 of Albertville, passed away on Friday, May 31. Funeral services were held at 2pm on Sunday, June 2 at New Harmony Baptist Church with Bros. Lynn Darnell, Gene Lambert and Kenneth Windsor officiating. Burial followed in New Harmony Cemetery.

Dianne D. Bray - 73 of Valley Head, passed away on Friday, May 31. Funeral services were held at 1pm on Monday, June 3 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Bros. Gary West and Larry Haynes officiating.

Burial followed in New Home Cemetery.

Caldonia Veronia Hall - 88 of Fort Payne, passed away on Friday, May 31 at her residence. Funeral services were held at 4pm on Monday, June 3 at WT Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Collins officiating. Burial followed in Town Creek Cemetery.

Clarence Wade Leslie - 70 of Guntersville, passed away on Friday, May 31. A memorial service will be held Joseph K. McNew, D.V.M • Linda Galbraith, D.V.M. • Jessica Jones, D.V.M.

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Frances E. Walker - 87, passed away on Sunday, June 2. Funeral services were held at 1pm on Wednesday, June 5 at Burt Chapel-Fort Payne with Rev. J.T. Williams officiating. Burial followed in Stewart Cemetery.

CORNER STONE Ardell Craze - 89 of Henagar, passed away on Wednesday, May 29 at his residence. Funeral services were held at 4pm on Saturday, June 1 at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel with Bro. Steve Lea officiating. A graveside service officiated by Pastor Robbie Leach will follow at Anderson Memorial Gardens with military honors.

Michael “Mike� Keith Hamilton - 57 of Bryant, passed away on Sunday, June 2 at Saint Thomas West in Nashville. Funeral services were held at 5pm on Wednesday, June 5 at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel.

Burial followed in Poplar Springs Cemetery.

Brittney Dawn Baker - 43 of Bryant, passed away on Sunday, June 2 at Diversified Health Care of Boaz.

Funeral services were held at 1pm on Wednesday, June 5 at Corner Stone Funeral Chapel with Bros.

Royce Cornelison and Reggie Bynum officiating.

Burial followed in Oak Lawn Memorial Park.

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By Marla Jones, Managing Editor RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Two Rainsville brothers are bound for nationals after a successful state rodeo showing.

Eli Samples, a 15-year-old freshman from Plainview High School won the Rookie of the Year, won the State

Championship in the Calf Tie-Down Roping event, placed third in Team Roping & Chute Dogging and placed fourth in Ribbon Roping. He also won overall average in Chute Dogging, Calf Tie-Down and Ribbon Roping.

Eli advances to the finals in Huron, S.D. on June 23, 2019.

His brother, Easton Samples, a recent Plainview High

A STAR IS BORN Brantley Daugherty is this week's Southern Torch Star of the Week!

Brantley is nine-years-old and plays for the 10U Collinsville Panthers. He plays hindcatcher and pitches.

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School graduate placed third overall in Team Roping at the Georgia State High School Rodeo Finals, where he was awarded $1,650 in scholarships.

Southern Torch would like to wish both of these cowboys the best of luck in their efforts to bring home the buckle!

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Fighter Devon Davis will be one of many fighters from our area vying for the Championship belt on June 15. (Marla Jones | Southern Torch)

RAINSVILLE, Ala. — On June 15, the AFC returns to Rainsville, Ala. with AFC2 Homecoming at the DeKalb County Schools Coliseum.

Fans will be treated to live MMA fights with the very best local fighters as well as high level martial artists from around the

country.

The night will feature multiple title fights and live music, including Cima and Allen Young.

For ticket information, please contact Sam McAlpin at (256) 601-0524 or visit the AFC2 Homecoming Facebook page. Tickets will also be available at the door.

RAINSVILLE, Ala. — Runners from across the country will descend upon Rainsville for the “best small race in America” on June 15, 2019 for the 11th Annual Rainsville Freedom Run. The event is for runners and walkers of all ages and consists of a 5K and a 10K. The race will begin at Broadway Baptist Church on McCurdy Avenue South at 8 am.

Early packet pick-up for all runners/walkers will be Friday, June 14 from 4pm-8pm. Runners/walkers can still register on the day of the race from 6am to 7:15am. Race packets may also be picked up at that time.

Over the span of ten years, the Rainsville Freedom Run has raised over $250,000 for a wide variety of charities and missions.

Jerry Clifton, Rainsville Freedom Run Coordinator, asked that everyone be part of the “Community”. Community is more than where you live, it is the people whose lives you intersect with, whether you know them or not. For a little while on next Saturday morning, be a part of something bigger than yourself. Run, walk or volunteer. There are so many ways you can help. You will never know whose lives you will impact.

Visit the event website at www.rainsvillefreedomfest.com or register at www.racesonline. com.

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