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Former owner/ publisher of The Wetumpka Herald dead at age 87 By JAKE ARTHUR Chief Videographer Ellen Turner Harris Williams, the former owner and publisher of The Wetumpka Herald died Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 at the age of 87. “She loved the community, she loved The Wetumpka Herald,” said her son, Mike A Harris. Williams was born on January 29, 1934, in Florala, Alabama. She and her first husband, John Harris, moved to Wetumpka from Montgomery WILLIAMS in 1959. They purchased majority stock in “The Wetumpka Herald” in 1961 and took over the operation of the newspaper and printing company. “Back in those days, The Herald was printed in the building. It was like a second home.” said Harris. “She took photographs on Saturdays and SunSee PUBLISHER, Page A3

Two-vehicle crash claims one life

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Wetumpka’s Dickens Christmas was an old-fashioned hit Staff Report TPI Staff The Wetumpka Chamber, Main Street Wetumpka and the city of Wetumpka kicked off Christmas festivities this past weekend by hosting the city’s third installment of A Downtown Dickens Christmas. On Friday and Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., residents strolled downtown to enjoy a Christmas event that transports attendees to the Victorian era. Guests were encouraged, but not required, to dress in period costumes. 2019 marked the city’s first time hosting the event and it was a huge success with more than 500 people attending the tree lighting and more than 5,000 people attending over the two-day period.

Staff Report TPI Staff A two-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian claimed the life of a Tallassee woman Wednesday evening. According to Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division, at approximately 5:10 p.m., Emmie C. Moncrief, 83, was fatally injured when she was attempting to retrieve an object from the roadway. She was struck by an unknown vehicle traveling east first, and then struck by a 2019 Ford F-350 traveling west driven by Ritchie D. Terrell, 63, of Tallassee. The accident occured on Alabama Highway 14 west near the 187 mile marker in Elmore County, approximately five miles west of Tallassee. Moncrief was pronounced dead at the scene. Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate. No further information was available at the time of publication.

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Obituaries MRS. JESSIE RUTH NEIGHBORS 1934 - 2021 Funeral Service for Mrs. Jessie Ruth Neighbors, 87, of Wetumpka, Alabama, will be Monday, December 6, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Mike Jackson and Rev. Richard Hall will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 5, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Neighbors passed away peacefully on December 2, 2021 at her home. She was born on March 26, 1934 in Coosa County, Alabama to Lawrence Estes and Inez McCain Estes. Mrs. Neighbors retired from Russell Corporation after 46 years. She was a finalist for the 1987 Alabama Textile Citizen of the Year for the Montgomery plant. She worked part time at the State Capital in Montgomery for 15 years at the registration desk and as a tour guide. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority for over 40 Years and was named Alabama State

Woman of the Year in 1998 and 2017. She received the International Award of Distinction in 2017 which is the highest honor given by Beta Sigma Phi. She was also an avid University of Alabama football fan. She is survived by her daughter, Glenda Cardwell (Ricky) of Rockford; son, Joe Larson Neighbors, Jr. (Susan) of Goodwater; grandchildren, Renee Hall (Richard) of Scottsboro, Amanda Carones (Francesco) of Milan, Italy, Fred Neighbors (Tina) of Chelsea, and Darrell Cardwell (Tammie) of Equality; great grandchildren, Rachel Hall Davis (Joshua), Lauren Grace Hall, Lyndsay Hall, Will Neighbors, Caroline Neighbors, Carson Cardwell, Mackenzie Cardwell, Reagan Cardwell, D.J. Cardwell, Alessandro Carones, and Emilio Carones. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joe Larson Neighbors, Sr.; sisters, Catherine Estes, Mary Carr; brothers, Reginald Estes, and Judson Estes. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Police Reports WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMENT NOV. 26

• Theft was reported on Elmore Road. • Identity theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231. • Theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231.

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• Domestic violence and resisting arrest was reported on East Osceola Street.

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• Possession of a forged

instrument was reported on Wilson Street. • Resisting arrest and disorderly conduct was reported on U.S. Highway 231.

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• Domestic violence was reported on North Opothleohola Street. • Theft of property was reported on U.S. Highway 231. • Theft of lost property was reported on U.S. Highway 231. • Identity theft was re-

ported on U.S. Highway 231.

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• Domestic violence was reported on Cedar Court.

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• Theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231.

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The Wetumpka Chamber, Main Street Wetumpka and the city of Wetumpka kicked off Christmas festivities this past weekend by hosting the city’s third installment of A Downtown Dickens Christmas. On Friday and Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., residents strolled downtown to enjoy a Christmas event that transports attendees to the Victorian era. Guests were encouraged, but not required, to dress in period costumes. 2019 marked the city’s first time hosting the event and it was a huge success with more than 500 people attending the tree lighting and more than 5,000 people attending over the two-day period.

• Domestic violence and disorderly conduct was reported on Forrest Avenue.

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• Possession of a forged instrument was reported on Captain Crommelin Road.

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days. Even when it interfered with her personal life.” Williams focused on community journalism. She reached out to writers in Eclectic and Millbrook to be columnists. Social news, personals and hard news were all cast on the same linotype. “Tuesday nights were always big nights. She worked a tremendous amount,” said Harris. “Growing up, I would stay there in the newsroom and help -- as I got older until it became a part-time job.” After the death of John Harris in 1979, Ellen assumed the role of publisher and editor of the newspaper and management of the printing company. Soon af-

ter that, she became the sole owner of the business “She had high expectations,” said Harris. “She pushed for what she wanted but was understanding of mistakes.” She oversaw the transition from linotype to paste up -and eventually digital pagination. As technology advanced, Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc. took on printing of The Wetumpka Herald. Williams continued her management role as publisher and president of the newspaper and printing company until her retirement in 2009. She then sold the paper to Kenneth Boone and Tallapoosa Publishers, a longtime partner. Williams was not only a community journalist, she was a community member as well. She volunteered

with the American Cancer Society, she would be celebrity baggers at the grocery store for charity and sponsored local softball teams and other sports at the YMCA. During her 48-year tenure at The Wetumpka Herald, she was recognized repeatedly for her community service by numerous local and state organizations, including the American Red Cross, the American Cancer Society, and the American Heart Association. Ellen also served two terms on the Board of Directors of the Alabama Press Association. Williams was preceded in death by her first husband, John Paul Harris, Sr., and her second husband, Gerald Mitchel Williams. Her parents were Andrew Jackson Turner and Nora Holley Turner. She was the grand-

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daughter of William Amos Turner and Amanda Elizabeth George Turner, and Alfred Holley and Nancy Ellen Adams Holley. Her siblings were Nell Turner Wilson, Peggy Turner Harvell, Eunice Turner Warren, John Cecil Turner, James Noland Turner, and Infant Turner. She is survived by two sons John Paul Harris, Jr. of Ft. Walton Beach and Mark Andrew Harris of Wetumpka. The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice and GP In-Home Care for their excellent and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dixie Art Colony Foundation, PO Box 693, Wetumpka, Alabama 36092.

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Did the ‘War on Drugs’ reduce crime in the U.S.?

ll semester, my undergraduate students have been researching the War on Drugs, to see if several get-tough measures, ranging from convictions to long sentences, have any impact upon a variety of crime rate measures for violent crime rates, murder rates and property crime rates. “Beginning in the 1970s, the longest war in the history of the United States has been undisputedly its War on Drugs. For as long as the legal battles have been waged against drug users and distributors, the question of its effectiveness has also been in question. With millions across the country being locked away for lifetimes, one question has been left unasked and unanswered; what affect does the enhanced drug sentencing of the War on Drugs have on other crimes?” wrote Andrew Cunningham. “We sought to both ask and answer this question with our undergraduate research, wherein we researched crime rate and sentencing data from all fifty states and six territories of the United States and compared them against each other to see what impact drug related crime rates and sentencing have on violent crime rates and sentencing, as well as how the state politics fit into the picture. Additionally, we investigated any impact that sentencing of different types of crime had on other types of crime, regardless of their connection to drug offenses. Ul-

JOHN A. TURES Columnist timately, our research was conducted in an effort to observe the question of the unintended consequences of America’s longest conflict.” Students in my American Judicial Institutions class (Thomas Bird, Kristina Calixto, Benjamin Hays, Jacob Jeffords, Abbey Reese, Bryant Sanchez, Jake Thrailkill and Karson Troth) gathered data on the length of drug sentences by state, from the U.S. Sentencing Commission and detox.net. From the latter source, they uncovered the numbers showing the percentage of those accused of drug trafficking by state who are convicted, as well as those sentenced to prison for their crimes. And from the FBI, they collected data on all three crime rate measures by state, and in some cases, some territories. From my research methods class, LaGrange College undergraduates Andrew Cunningham, Chase Davis, DeQueze Fryer, Shedrick Lindsey, Taren McGhee, Mason McLaughlin, Erik Moran, Brennan Oates, Karson Troth and Jonathan Williams ran the statistics to look for re-

lationships between the variables. They discovered that there is no significant correlation between the length of drug conviction prison sentences, as well as the percentage of drug crime guilty pleas (by state) and violent crime rates, murder rates and property crime rates, by states. The exception is where an increase in the percentage of those convicted of drug trafficking go to prison, it actually leads to an increase in the property crime rate in a state. This important information can be used to see if the “War on Drugs” is actually effective in lowering a variety of crime rates in a state. And our evidence shows that in recent years, it isn’t helping much. The students researched a number of articles and books that claimed the “War on Drugs” was necessary, or wasn’t working. But rather than simply cite others’ evidence, they went out and gathered the data themselves, tested it with our statistics packages, and found some answers. Perhaps an additional “side effect” to their research is the development of skills these students learned to test future political, economic and social arguments, rather than accept other articles. John A. Tures is a professor of political science at LaGrange College in LaGrange, Georgia. He can be reached at jtures@lagrange.edu. His Twitter account is JohnTures2.

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The twelve days of Christmas

he twelve days of Christmas begins on December 25 and ends on the Epiphany January 6, so we’re smack-dab in the middle of the “real” Christmas season (even though the rest of the world thinks it starts in October and ends before Santa Claus can even warm up the sleigh). Before it’s all over with, I submit my own personal must-watch, must-listen list for the Christmas season. Some of these are easy to find; others seem to be fading away. 12. “HOLIDAY INN” and/or “WHITE CHRISTMAS” (Netflix) – these movies both star Bing Crosby and feature the bestselling record of all time; their plots are similar. One features Fred Astaire and the other Danny Kaye. But if you can find these entertaining films, watch them – they don’t make ‘em like this anymore. 11. “HOME ALONE” (Disney+) – One of the most successful movies of the ‘90s, the hilarious original (and its totally preposterous but equally funny sequel) is sure to tickle anyone’s funny bone. While Macaulay Culkin was a great child actor, the “wet bandits,” Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern, carry the whole show and withstand more physical abuse than Pesci doled out in “GoodFellas”. 10. “I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS” (Decca Records) – Maybe it’s Bing Crosby’s delivery on his 1943 recording, or maybe it’s the subject matter of a soldier off at war during the holidays. But this song about missing family and friends allows the listener into the heart of a person far away, with the concluding words ‘I’ll be home for Christmas, if only in my dreams.’ 9. CHRISTMAS EPISODE OF “THE BRADY BUNCH” (Paramount+) – Carol Brady is set to sing Christmas Eve at church, but is attacked by laryngitis for days. Miraculously, her voice returns just in time to sing praises. Similarly, the 1988 TV-movie “A Very Brady Christmas” found Mike Brady pinned inside a collapsed building on Christmas; the Brady brood prays him to safety. 8. “CHRISTMAS (BABY PLEASE COME HOME)” (Philles Records) -Dave Letterman helped popularize this

MICHAEL BIRD Columnist classic by inviting Darlene Love to perform on his show every year from 19862015. Ms. Love belts out this Phil Spector “wall of sound” tune with such fiery intensity, especially the last line, it’s hard not to believe that she REALLY wants her baby to come home! 7. GARY OWENS PREPARATION H COMMERCIAL (YouTube) – This famous outtake by one of the greatest voices of all time (you may recall his work on “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” from Beautiful Downtown Burbank). Owens, who actually wanted to be a cartoonist and attended a Charles Schulz workshop as a teenager – see #1 on this list- is reading a radio spot about the wonderful season of Christmas, but gets to the sponsor’s tag line and laughs so hard, he completely loses control. 6. “AVE MARIA” (Columbia Records) – There are two versions: the Bach-Gounod and the Schubert. The Bach-Gounod version, as performed by classical violinist Isaac Stern with the Columbia Symphony Orchestra (whoever they were), is my favorite. 5. PAUL HARVEY’S “THE MAN AND THE BIRDS” (ABC Radio Network) – This one has faded from memory, but masterful storyteller Paul Harvey wrings meaning from every word in his annual retelling of this modern parable, in which the main character doesn’t believe in the Christmas story of a baby born in a feed trough in the desert -- until he tries to shepherd a lost flock of birds into his warm lighted barn on Christmas Eve, and the church bells begin to ring “Adeste Fideles.” 4. “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” (Amazon Prime) – Who could not be affected by the look on Jimmy Stewart’s face when his uncle loses $8,000 and he is forced to sell his soul to mean old Mr. Potter? Our heretofore selfless protagonist proceeds to attack his loving wife and family, then thinking his existence

is worthless, heads to a bridge to commit suicide. Angel-second-class Clarence happens to be there to save George Bailey from himself, and lets him see what Bedford Falls would have been like had George never lived. It was never really about money: Harry Bailey (who would have died as a young boy if he hadn’t been rescued by George), raises a glass at the end of the film and says, “A toast to my big brother George: the richest man in town.” 3. “NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION” (HBOMax)– The crude side of Christmas gets its due with Chevy Chase’s hapless Clark Griswold on his eternal search for the perfect family Christmas, complete with crazy relatives, spiked egg nog, a subscription to the jelly of the month club, faulty power strips, raw sewage, and a burning Christmas tree. And perhaps the most hilariously profane meltdown in PG-13 history. 2. “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” (Hulu) – The story is always good. But having seen the Alastair Sim, Patrick Stewart, Jim Carrey, and Muppets versions (theirs featuring Michael Caine), in my humble opinion, the hands-down best Ebenezer Scrooge has to be George C. Scott in the 1984 TV-movie. He epitomizes cold, bitter meanness; yet, when he is seen begging the spirit to give him another chance, his display of true humanity is palpable – and unforgettable. 1. “A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS” (AppleTV+)– We can’t make it through the season without the classics “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” among many others. But if I had to choose just one animated special to keep forever, this would be the one: Vince Guaraldi’s jazzy score sets the tone for this downbeat favorite, in which perennial loser Charlie Brown searches for the true meaning of Christmas when he is asked to direct the school Christmas pageant. His so-called friends have their own materialistic ideas of what the holiday is about, but best buddy Linus captures it all with an impromptu recitation of the birth of Jesus story from Luke’s gospel. As Tiny Tim said: “God bless us, every one.”

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ALEA investigates seven traffic fatalities over the Thanksgiving holiday STAFF REPORT TPI Staff Alabama State Troopers investigated a total of seven traffic-related fatalities during the Thanksgiving travel period. Last year, the total number of traffic fatalities investigated was eight and the year previous it was 11. “Each year, prior to the popular holiday travel periods such as Thanksgiving, our Agency strives to save lives by strategically and meticulously developing holiday operational plans, along with safety-awareness campaigns and enforcement initiatives to mitigate any loss of life on Alabama’s roadways,” ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said in a press release. “Unfortunately, we are not able to report our goal of zero fatalities over the extended holiday weekend; however, I believe

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the decrease of fatalities over the years is a true testament to the Agency’s pledge to save lives and prevent crashes, as well as a direct correlation to the unwavering commitment from Governor Kay Ivey and our state’s legislature. Thanks to their support in recent years ALEA, has been in a position to enhance the number of ALEA Troopers, which has had a direct impact

on the overall reduction of traffic-related fatalities during holiday travel periods.” T h e 2 0 2 1 o ff i c i a l Thanksgiving Holiday travel period began at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 24, and ended at midnight Sunday, Nov. 28. While none of the fatal crashes occurred in Tallapoosa County, they did occur in Mobile, Marengo, Chilton, Shelby, Escambia, Dekalb

and Lawrence counties. Of the seven fatalities, one included an all terrain vehicle (ATV) from which the driver was ejected after the ATV left the roadway in Chilton County. Two other individuals were in vehicles equipped with seat belts, but they were not using them at the time of the crash. “As many citizens continue to travel and celebrate this holiday season with family and friends, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will continue its mission of sharing public safety practices and engaging in educational opportunities throughout the state,” Secretary Taylor said. “We truly appreciate the assistance and support we receive from citizens, as well as our local and state partners, who work diligently with us to ensure our roadways are safe for everyone.”

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service to constituents as his primary motivation. I believe that someone is me,” said Hovey. Hovey currently serves on the Auburn City Council as representative for Ward 7. He says, “I am proud to be a part of such a wonderful and vibrant community, and it has been an honor and privilege to represent my neighbors, family and friends as councilman. The opportunity to extend that service further would allow me to expand positive impact on our region.” Hovey has always had a heart for serving his community. He began working for the city of Auburn as a student firefighter while obtaining his degree from Auburn University. He

has held a variety of community leadership roles and in 2020 was appointed by Lt. Governor Ainsworth to serve on the state’s Small Business Advisory Commission where he is currently in his second term. Hovey works as a mortgage loan originator with AuburnBank. He and his wife Anna have been married 20 years and are members of Providence Baptist Church where they have both served in various volunteer leadership capacities, including Hovey’s role as deacon. The state’s primary election will be held May 24, 2022. For more information, contact jayhoveyforalabama@ gmail.com.

James to challenge Kay Ivey for governor STAFF REPORT TPI Staff Greenville businessman Tim James filed his paperwork with the Alabama Secretary of State’s office last Friday, officially becoming a candidate for governor of Alabama. “As recently as a year ago, I thought I was done with politics for good,’’ James told 1819 News. “The doors have been swinging open the last six months and I can sense this is the right time. James, the 59-year-old

son of former Alabama Gov. Fob James, has been expected to make this announcement for some time, since an event he held on the steps of the state capiJAMES tol in September. This won’t be his first attempt at the position, either. He ran unsuccessfully for governor in 2002 and 2010.

James will be challenging incumbent Gov. Kay Ivey, who was elevated to governor in 2017 after Gov. Robert Bentley resigned. She was elected to her current term in 2018. “In this race, I take no pleasure in running against Gov. Ivey,’’ James told 1819 News. “She has been a friend of the family for years. My dad gave her her first cabinet position (in 1979). So this is not something I look forward to. I have no personal issues with Gov. Ivey.” James isn’t the only per-

son to throw their hat into the ring. Others who have announced candidacy for governor include Ivey, Lee County Pastor Dean Odle, and former Morgan County Commissioner Stacy George, who ran for governor unsuccessfully in 2014. Last Friday’s filing allows James to officially begin raising support for the campaign. His campaign office sent The Outlook an email that said the official kickoff to the campaign will not take place until January. The Republican primary will be on May 24, 2022.

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o you want cheese on that?” the disembodied voice asked from the drivethrough speaker. It reminded me of another cheese incident several years ago. The customer in front of me had a coupon and presented it to the lady at the counter. But he grew agitated when she rang up his order. “You charged me for cheese, and the coupon said ‘with cheese,’ he said. She patiently went over his charges and explained why the register was right. He would have none of this. I never fully understood his argument, nor why he was so concerned over what, she explained, was a ten cent differential. I should’ve contributed the dime to make him happy and to speed the line along.

Scripture says a lot about money. For good or ill it plays a large role in our lives. Our attention to it can be wise or foolish. We can be foolish to argue over ten cents at the hamburger counter, but we also can be foolish to spend on small things whose total over time can be a large amount of money. Financial counselors speak the obvious to those in trouble with money: “You must manage your money and decrease your spending.” So they talk about small things that make a difference. Specialty coffee can cost several dollars per cup and eating out every day at work can amount to a big amount of money every month. And how many colas must we drink each day when water is free? As

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MICHAEL J. BROOKS Columnist Dave Ramsey famously says, “rice and beans, beans and rice” can be a pretty nutritious menu when a family in debt is trying to save money! Many struggle with impulse buying made easy with credit cards. Ramsey counsels not to use cards since the average family in America owes $5,525 in credit card debt, paying 18 percent or more interest. Responsible consumers use credit cards as a convenience and keep debt in check by paying the balance each month. But those who wrestle with the temptation to spend impetuous-

ly should listen to Ramsey and forego the cards. King Solomon counseled we learn from the tiniest of creatures, the ant, who labors in the summer to prepare for the winter. We face future expenses such as an automobile, college education or a new roof, and it’s wise to set aside money every month in preparation. Another way to spend wisely is to use our money as a thank-offering to God. Old Testament saints brought sheep as a sacrifice to the Lord; today we bring cash or checks to honor God and invest in his work. Jesus promised a special blessing to those who develop a life of generosity (Luke 6:38). Reflections is a weekly devotional column written by Michael J. Brooks, pastor of the Siluria Baptist Church in Alabaster, Ala. The church’s website is siluriabaptist.com.

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Elmore County Coach of the Year DeLozier overcomes youth and inexperience to lead Edgewood Academy to third straight title By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor Edgewood Academy head volleyball coach David DeLozier faced a multitude of challenges in his second year leading the Wildcats in 2021. Edgewood Academy lost five seniors, including three All-County players, from its team last season. DeLozier’s roster was filled with freshmen and sophomores, which presented a tough challenge. The Wildcats were also coming off back-to-back state championships, so DeLozier not only had to defend the state championship, but had to do that with almost all underclassmen on the roster. His young Edgewood team rose to the occasion, however, and won the AISA-AA state championship on Oct. 28. The Lady Wildcats beat Chambers Academy 3-2 to claim their third straight state championship and second straight under the leadership of DeLozier. Edgewood finished the season with a 25-2 overall record and went a perfect 25-0 in full match play. For that reason, DeLozier is the 2021 Elmore County Coach of the Year. “This year was different,” DeLozier said. “My team was completed different. I had five seniors graduate from last year, so

the makeup of my team was a lot younger. It was probably harder because we were so young. The girls who were new to the experience, because of how young they were, had nerves play a part in trying to defend that. Overall, it got harder as it went but I think we were overjoyed and relieved when it was over.” Edgewood’s team this year only had two seniors on it, and the majority of DeLozier’s roster were underclassmen. To him, that served as both a blessing and a curse, and he saw both sides of the spectrum as he coached his team this year. One of the positives of having a team so young is that they’re more coachable than some older kids can be since they haven’t been molded into the players they are yet. There aren’t expectations placed on them yet, so it’s easier to work with them. One of the negatives that he has faced with young players is the feeling that they need to replace the seniors that preceded them the year prior. He saw that after losing five seniors, but he tried his best to express to them that their role isn’t to replace someone from last season’s team. Their job is to play to the best of their ability and do their best in their role. He was able to communicate that message to his young team, and

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Edgewood Academy celebrates winning the championship game of the AISA Class AA State Championship Tournament between the Edgewood Academy Wildcats and the Chambers Academy Rebels at the Multiplex at Crampton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala on Thursday, Oct. 28.

they showed it throughout the year as they continued to win. “We already have pressure here at Edgewood because we are trying to accomplish something special,” DeLozier said. “So we really focused on trying to get them to play the role they specifically have so they don’t give themselves unnecessary pressure to live up to the seniors who preceded them last year. I think that was a big help for them to ease that pressure.” Another thing that DeLozier had to focus on with this team this year

was the carefreeness that they presented throughout the season. At any given time, but especially before each game, the Edgewood players were on the court dancing and jumping around while boasting huge smiles. They knew how to have fun, and they always let that shine through their playing. DeLozier said he also likes to have fun, but he also had to make his players understand that there is a time to play and there’s a time to go about their jobs, so to speak.

It was a learning process, but as the year went on he understood that he had to let his team and his players be themselves if he wanted to get the best out of them. “That give and take between having fun and beings serious was a big learning process for me this year,” DeLozier said. “I’m not all serious all the time, but I really had to step back with some of the carefreeness. But every time it mattered this season, they showed up and did their jobs the best to their ability.”

Elmore County Player of the Year Harris’ versatility shows in every facet of her game By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor

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Stanhope Elmore’s Nick Morgan scored a team-high 19 points against Elmore County on Thursday, Dec. 2. Stanhope beat Elmore County, 76-55, in the matchup.

Wetumpka’s Khloe Harris was already one of the most feared hitters in the county entering the 2021 volleyball season, but she made it a goal to be an every-point player. After a successful club season this offseason where she mostly played on the back row, Harris felt comfortable playing defense instead of having to substitute out and come back on the court for offense during rotations. Because of that comfort, she begged Wetumpka coach DeAnna Smith to let her also play back row. Smith was skeptical at first, but after Harris proved herself in the preseason, she showed why her playing every point was the right decision. Harris was the true definition of an every-point player, and she finished her junior season with a team-high 326 kills at the net, 238 digs on defense, and she even had an 88% serving percentage. She was successful on 176 of her 200 serve attempts. For the versatility she showed this season, Harris has been named the 2021 Elmore County Player of the Year. “This year, I felt like I saw a few sides of myself that I had never seen before,” Harris said. “Playing at such a high level at the club level really pushed me to be more of an overall player. I was much more of a threat in the back row and I was more versatile. I improved my serving and got more consistent there, and I improved on my blocking and being big at the net. I was just much more of an all around player.” Harris spent more hours than she ever had in the gym this offseason, working on all the different phases of her game. She continued practicing her hitting, but she implemented ways to include passing, serving and setting into her practice drills. While she continued to improve and get more comfortable in the back row during the season, she was at her stron-

gest at the net. Her 326 kills led not only her team, but also the entire county. And that success came after last season’s player of the year, Morgan Causey, graduated in 2020. Every team that Wetumpka played this year knew that Harris was most likely going to be attempting the kill on every attack, yet Harris was still able to find success point after point. “She was definitely our most lethal weapon on the front row,” Smith said. “She was really able to pick spots a lot better than she could in the past. I think the amount of kills she had says a lot about her court vision. Even though people knew we were going to push her, she still has the ability to hit around the block or push over the block and find holes. That’s not something you can really teach. That’s a natural gift and ability she has.” Harris thought her ability to find the holes in the court on offense was her biggest growth this season. While her athletic ability increased and she was able to jump higher and hit the ball harder, she was most impressed with the way she learned new ways to score nearly every practice or game. As the season went on, teams were able to learn some of Harris’ techniques, but she was able to get around that by continuing to evolve. She showed that in the area tournament on Oct. 14 against Stanhope Elmore in the Class 6A, Area 5 championship. It was the third time this season that Wetumpka and Stanhope played each other, and Harris put on one of her best performances of the season. She finished with an unofficial 14 kills, four block and three service aces in only three sets of play. “She was everything that I expected her to be on the front row and she really came through in some clutch situations playing the back row,” Smith said of Harris’ season. “Now our focus is to just maintain that and to make her a first-rate blocker next season.”

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The 2021 AHSAA and AISA volleyball seasons came to a end in October, and the six teams in Elmore County saw plenty of highlights over the course of the season. Edgewood Academy won its third consecutive state championship, while Wetumpka won its fifth straight area title and Elmore County won its 12th straight area title. While the teams featured success, both multi-year starters and new stars jumped out on the scene. On this year’s All-County Volleyball Team, a wide variety of skillsets are featured. There are powerful hitters in the form of Elmore County’s Coranda Lozada and Edgewood’s Lindsey Brown, but there’s also Wetumpka libero Erin Douglass, who is on the All-County team for her third year in a row. Edgewood’s Emma Weldon joins the team due to her passing, while Wetumpka’s Julie Boshell and Stanhope’s Kelbi Johnson have shown the versatility to be effective anywhere on the court. Here’s the 2021 All-Elmore

Boshell was arguably the area’s most versatile player during the 2021 volleyball season. Boshell was used primarily as a setter but played everywhere on the court. She finished the year with 178 kills, 264 assists, 211 digs and had a 90 percent serve percentage. “Julie is one of our two setters, but this year she really stepped up and played as a hitter when she was on the front row,” Wetumpka coach DeAnna Smith said. “She really gave us an added threat on that right side of the court.”

JULIE BOSHELL, WETUMPKA JUNIOR

LINDSEY BROWN, EDGEWOOD SOPHOMORE

Brown was one of the area’s biggest threats at the net, but she also proved this season that she can play anywhere on the floor. Brown, who was described as the team’s energizer bunny, was an every-point player and finished the year with 267 kills, 302 digs and 62 service aces. “Lindsey is the perfect example of what it means to go all out,” Edgewood coach David DeLozier said. “People have an idea of

what it looks like, but she embodies what it means to give it your absolute best. Nobody will ever question her level of effort.”

ERIN DOUGLASS, WETUMPKA SENIOR

Douglass has been Wetumpka’s starting libero for each of the last three seasons, and she has constantly proved why she’s one of the best defenders in not only the county, but also the state. She finished her senior season with 1,084 digs and had a 95% serve percentage. “Erin definitely brings tenacity,” Wetumpka coach DeAnna Smith said. “She has a lot of belief in herself and she knows she is a talented back row player. She feels like there is not a ball she can’t pass and that matters. She will never give up on a play.”

KELBI JOHNSON, STANHOPE ELMORE SENIOR

Johnson, one of the county’s best multi-sport athletes, showed her versatility over and over again this season. She was listed on Stanhope’s roster as an outside hitter, but her skills were showcased all over the floor. She finished her senior year with team highs in kills

(117), aces (47) and links (17). She also added 128 digs, 13 blocks and 113 assists. “She hits the ball hard,” Stanhope coach Flavia Freeney said after a game this year. “She has a good serve that comes down at such a hard angle and it’s hard for people to return it. She’s really, really consistent.”

CORANDA LOZADA, ELMORE COUNTY JUNIOR

Lozada is not the biggest player on the court, but she plays much taller than what is listed on the roster. Due to her extremely high vertical jump, she proved to be one of the best outside hitters in the state and finished her junior season 212 kills and 98 digs. “Coranda just plays her heart out every single time she gets up to the net,” Elmore County coach Kim Moncrief said earlier this year. “You wouldn’t think that a 5-foot-3 person could play front row as well as she does, but she puts her heart into it and gives it her all.”

EMMA WELDON, EDGEWOOD SENIOR

Edgewood’s offensive attack had many different faces to it, in-

cluding Brown, but Weldon was the steady piece that set up almost every point the Lady Wildcats scored on their way to the state championship. She finished her senior season with 596 assists, 182 digs and 77 service aces. “The word that I use to describe Emma is stoic,” Edgewood coach David DeLozier said. “She’s steady. I truly believe Emma being a senior and being steady really helped carry us when we needed it the most this year. What she brings to the table is just a calm, cool, collected confidence. You always know what you’re going to get with Emma.”

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Edgewood Academy – Karlee Mainor, Jr., Madison Martin, So.,; Elmore County – Seanna O’Daniel, Sr., Ally Orr, Fr., Natalie Sullivan, Jr.; Holtville – Rylee Helus, Sr.; Stanhope Elmore – Saiban Chappell, Sr., Rylie Grimes, Sr., Shakeria Washington, Jr.; Tallassee – Chloe Baynes, Sr., Chloe Davidson, Sr., Belle Haynes, Sr., Avery Lumpkin, Sr.; Wetumpka – Madison Milton, Jr., Kylie Wilson, Sr.

Second half surge pushes Stanhope boys past Elmore County By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor The Stanhope Elmore boys basketball team came out of the locker room at halftime on a mission last Thursday. Stanhope, which led by only six points at the half, used a huge second-half surge to beat county rival Elmore County 76-55 in a non-region showdown. Stanhope led at halftime 32-26 but outscored Elmore County 27-11 in the third quarter. “I thought our guys JAKE ARTHUR | TALLAPOOSA PUBLISHERS played well in the first half, Stanhope Elmore’s Nick Morgan scored a team-high 19 points but we came out more on against Elmore County on Thursday, Dec. 2. Stanhope beat Elthe same page in the secmore County, 76-55, in the matchup ond half,” Stanhope coach David Cochran said. “It gan hit a 3-pointer on the stretch, Stanhope forced wasn’t clean and we still Mustangs’ first posses- Elmore County to turn have some work to do, sion, his second trey of the the ball over more than but I’m proud of our guys. game, to start Stanhope’s four times, resulting in They responded well. We run. Patrick Williams then easy layups for Williams definitely woke up and quickly scored on a steal and Derrick Cook and a played to our standard in and layup, and the Mus- 3-pointer by Cooper Wise. the second half.” tangs led 46-29 just three “We got a little stagnant at The Mustangs started the minutes later. the end of the first half and third quarter on a 14-3 run Stanhope went on a 14-3 then the start of the second over the first four minutes run over the first four min- half, we really take pride of the quarter. utes of the quarter, with in that and got a little bit of Up by six to start the pe- Williams scoring six of a stretch right there,” Coriod, Stanhope’s Nick Mor- the 14 points. During the chran said. “It all started on

the defensive end. We got some stops and some turnovers there and it turned into some easy buckets.” After pushing its lead out to 46-29, Stanhope was able to take a 22-point lead into the fourth quarter. Morgan hit another 3-pointer and had a put back layup, while Dylon Williams controlled the inside with a layup and a put back of his own. Williams finished the game with a double-double, scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Morgan finished the game with a team-high 19 points and Williams scored 16 while seven other Mustangs scored in the game. “We take pride in moving the basketball,” Cochran said. “We have everybody on our team that can handle it. Any given night, it can be any person on the team. That’s why I love this team. This team is special. They want and they’re very unselfish. They’ll make the extra pass and they’ll do the little things that we ask.” On the defensive side of things, Stanhope had the challenge of defending Elmore County sharpshoot-

er Payton Stephenson. The Mustangs were able to hold Stephenson in check for most of the game, but Stephenson still finished with a game-high 22 points and hit four 3-pointers. Stephenson was held scoreless in the first quarter of the game, mostly due to being called for two fouls in the first three minutes. He scored nine points in the second quarter to help cut the lead to six, but was held to only four points in the third as Stanhope built their lead. With Stanhope leading by 22 late in the game, Stephenson was able to hit two deep 3-pointers and three free throws to cut the lead to 16 points, but Stanhope’s offense never let the lead get any closer. “Stephenson is a very athletic point guard and he gives anybody problems,” Cochran said. “He gives anybody problems. I told my guys that he was going to make shots. That’s part of the game. Just make it as hard as possible and make him earn it. He hit some really tough shots. I just wanted to make it hard for him

all night.” GIRLS: Stanhope Elmore 57, Elmore County 33: The Stanhope Elmore girls basketball team quickly jumped out to a big lead on Thursday night and never looked back. The Lady Mustangs led 16-2 midway through the first quarter and took a commanding 20-6 lead after the first period. Senior guard Kelbi Johnson scored 10 points in the first quarter to help pace the team, and she finished the game with a game-high 24 points. Her scoring along with Stanhope’s inside presence of Jacey Haynes and Summer Hicks were too much for Elmore County to handle. “We played really well inside,” Stanhope coach Kelvin Stokes said. “We have to score more in transition with some of our bigs, but at the end of the day they altered shots and made it difficult. Once you block two or three, now they have the mindset of if they go inside, we are going to block it. We took them out of the game with blocks. I just think our inside presence was strong tonight.”

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Public Notices Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Christie M Lysdale, a married woman, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registratin Systems, Inc as nominee for Hometown Lenders, LLC, on February 9, 2016, said mortgage recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY Book 2016 Page 5442; the undersigned Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, as Mortgagee/Transferee, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse at Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama, on January 6, 2022, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot 4 of Fort Jackson Estates Subdivision as the same appears of record in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in Plat Book, 9, at Page 22.. Property street address for informational purposes: 99 Bozeman Trl , Wetumpka, AL 36093. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR ENJOYMENT AND WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION OF ALL PARTIES ENTITLED THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the proper-

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g p p ty under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) in certified funds made payable to Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid in certified funds by noon the next business day at the Law Office of Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. at the address indicated below. Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, (“Transferee”) Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., 2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 330, Birmingham, AL 35205 www.tblaw.com TB File Number: 21-04678

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y g g being recorded on September 2, 2005, in Book 2005, Page LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New <RUN DV WUXVWHH IRU WKH EHQH¿W RI WKH FHUWL¿FDWHKROGHUV RI WKH CWHEQ Inc., CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2007-A by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2012, 3DJH LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. The undersigned, The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York as Indenture trustee for CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2007-A, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Elmore County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on the 23rd day of December, 2021 the following property, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: /RW RI WKH 7KRUQ¿HOG 6XEGLvision, Plat No. 2, as recorded LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH RI Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in Plat 12, at Page 100.

Said property is commonly known as 39 Allen Dr, Millbrook, AL 36054. 6KRXOG D FRQÀLFW DULVH EHWZHHQ the property address and the Wetumpka Herald: legal description the legal deDec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 scription will control. 21-00661 Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorPUBLIC NOTICE em taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and EXHIBIT A payable), the right of redempIn the Circuit Court of Elmore tion of any taxing authority, all County, Alabama, Case No. outstanding liens for public utili29-CV-2021-900101.00 ties which constitute liens upon HGM Holdings, LLC, v. Danny the property, any matters which Lee Duncan, et al. might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of TO: DEFENDANTS DANNY the property, any assessments, LEE DUNCAN AND JOHN liens, encumbrances, easeDOES 1-99, representing the ments, rights-of-way, zoning heirs, devisees, personal repre- ordinances, restrictions, special sentative(s), successors, and/or assessments, covenants, the assigns of Defendants who may statutory right of redemption claim an interest in the Property pursuant to Alabama law, and NQRZQ DV 1 6SULQJ¿HOG 'U any matters of record including, Millbrook, AL 36054 (Parcel No. but not limited to, those supe29-15-08-28-0-014-017.000): ULRU WR VDLG 0RUWJDJH ¿UVW VHW out above. Said property will be TAKE NOTICE that this pub- sold on an “as-is” basis without lication of service of process any representation, warranty in the above-styled action has or recourse against the abovebeen ordered by the Clerk of named or the undersigned. The Elmore County Circuit Court. By successful bidder must present January 10, 2022, Defendants FHUWL¿HG IXQGV LQ WKH DPRXQW RI Danny Lee Duncan and/or the winning bid at the time and John Does shall appear, de- place of sale. fend, and serve upon Plaintiff’s Alabama law gives some percounsel an Answer, including sons who have an interest in any related counterclaims they property the right to redeem the may have, to the civil complaint property under certain circum¿OHG LQ (OPRUH &RXQW\ &LUFXLW stances. Programs may also Court in the above- referenced exist that help persons avoid or action on June 2, 2021. Judg- delay the foreclosure process. ment by default will be rendered An attorney should be consultagainst Defendants Danny Lee ed to help you understand these Duncan and/or John Does rights and programs as a part of any time thereafter for failure the foreclosure process. to answer. The action seeks to The sale will be conducted subquiet title and eject any occu- MHFW WR FRQ¿UPDWLRQ WKDW WKH pants of property know as 70 N sale is not prohibited under the 6SULQJ¿HOG 'U 0LOOEURRN $/ U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) 36054. A true copy of the Com- WR ¿QDO FRQ¿UPDWLRQ DQG DXGLW plaint may be obtained from the of the status of the loan with the Circuit Clerk of Elmore Coun- holder of the Mortgage. ty. Plaintiff’s counsel, Megan Ware-Fitzgerald of Nelson Mul- THE BANK OF NEW YORK lins Riley & Scarborough LLP, MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF may be served with the above- NEW YORK AS INDENTURE referenced Answer at 949 Third TRUSTEE FOR CWHEQ REAvenue, Suite 200, Huntington, VOLVING HOME EQUITY West Virginia 25701, or may be LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007-A contacted at 304-526-3500. as holder of said mortgage McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, LLC Dec. 1, 8 and 15, 2021 Two North Twentieth &9 2 20th Street North, Suite 1000 Birmingham, AL 35203 PUBLIC NOTICE (800) 275-7171 The following will be auctioned FT21@mccalla.com off by J&J Towing 334-558-1595 File No. 21-02268AL www.foreclosurehotline.net on 12/29/21 @ 10 a.m. 1997 Ford Ranger 1FTCR10UWetumpka Herald: 7VUC50492 2004 Chevy Suburban 1GN- Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 21-02268al FK16ZX4J270019 2000 Pontiac Bonneville PUBLIC NOTICE 1G2HZ5410Y4295814 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 AV/07 FORD PUBLIC NOTICE Wiregrass Construction Co, Inc hereby gives notice of completion of contract with The Alabama Department of Transportation, for construction of Project No: IM-HSIP-I065 (472) & HSIP-I065 (476) Autauga & Elmore County, 26.819 mi. of constructing Planing, Resurface, Safety Side Slope ImSURYHPHQWV 7UDI¿F 6WULSH RQ I-65 from south of the CR-61 overpass to the Chilton County line to include Cable Guiderail installation on I-65 from north of the Cobbs Ford Road interchange to the Chilton County Line. In the County of Autauga & Elmore, State of Alabama. This notice will appear for four consecutive weeks beginning on December 8, 2021 and ending December 29, 2021. All FODLPV VKRXOG EH ¿OHG DW Wiregrass Construction Co, 1342 Carmichael Way, Montgomery, Alabama 36106 during this period. Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2021 COMPLETION PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF Alabama COUNTY OF ELMORE Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Angela D Janes Brian K Janes Wife And Husband to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., its successors and assigns dated July 28, 2005; said mortgage

NOTICE OF DIVORCE ACTION Jody D Tyson, whose whereabouts is unknown, must answer Carol Tyson’s petition for divorce and other relief by Nov 19, 2021, or, thereafter, a judgment by default may be rendered against him in Case # DR-2021-000079.00, Circuit Court of Elmore County. E-notice for publication granted on the 17th day of Sept, 2021, Sibley G Reynolds, Circuit Judge of the Circuit Court of Elmore County. Carol Tyson, Plaintiff, Representing Self. Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2021 DIVORCE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having being made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage dated October 31, 2007 executed by Emma L. Johnson and Leon Johnson, Jr., husband and wife; Monica R. Mims, single, in favor of Jim Walter Homes, Inc., said Mortgage being recorded November 21, 2007, in Book 2007, Page LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama; having later been assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the NRZ Passthrough Trust VII by instrument recorded in RLPY Book 2021, Page 98152, LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH RI Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. Said default continues and notice is hereby given that the undersigned, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the NRZ Passthrough Trust VII, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mort-

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gage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash at the main entrance to the County Courthouse, Elmore County, Alabama on 01/20/2022, during the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit:

Robison Drive, Wetumpka, AlDEDPD 3KRQH until 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 14, 2021, then opened and read aloud.

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A non-mandatory Pre-Bid Conference site visit to be held at the school on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 10:00 AM. Commence at a bent #5 re- All General Contractors bidding bar, located in a dirt drive (Ball this project shall be required to Drive-prescriptive easement) visit the site and examine all expurported to be the NE Corner isting conditions prior to submitof that property recorded in ting their proposal. All Bidders RPLY Book 2000, Page 20729 shall have general liability and -XGJH RI 3UREDWH 2I¿FH (OPRUH workman’s compensation insurCounty, Alabama point of com- ance. mencement & point of beginning and run S88 degrees 44’ The project shall be bid exclud00” W 100.19 feet to a #4 re- ing taxes. Bids must be submitbar capped w/Williford 21185; ted on proposal forms furnished Thence N00 degrees 18’13” by the Architect or copies thereE 210.86 feet to a #4 rebar lo- of. The Owner reserves the right cated on the South right of way to reject any or all proposals (R.O.W) of Gober Road (Pre- and to waive technical errors scriptive Right of Way); Thence if, in the Owners judgment, the along said R.O.W. N90 degrees best interests of the Owner will 00’ 00” E 105.20 Feet to a Bent thereby be promoted. “ crimped iron; Thence leaving said South R.O.W. S00 degrees $ FHUWL¿HG FKHFN RU %LG %RQG 22’11” W 208.54 feet to a point payable to Elmore Counin Ball Drive located 4.81 feet ty Board of Education in an from point of beginning; Thence DPRXQW QRW OHVV WKDQ ¿YH SHUS88 degrees 44’00 W 4.81 feet cent (5%) of the amount of the to a bent #5 rebar being the bid, but in no event more than point of beginning and contains PXVW DFFRPSDQ\ 0.51 acres more or less, said the bidder’s sealed proposacreage also includes that por- al. Performance and statutory tion of Ball Drive located within labor and material payment said property. bonds will be required at the signing of the Contract. For informational purposes only, the property address is: All bidders bidding in amounts 4110 Gober Road, Millbrook, AL exceeding that established by 36045. Any property address the State Licensing Board for provided is not part of the legal General Contractors must be description of the property sold licensed under the provisions herein and in the event of any of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of discrepancy, the legal descrip- $ODEDPD DQG PXVW VKRZ tion referenced herein shall evidence of license before bidcontrol. ding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE All bidders shall show such SOLD ON AN “AS-IS, WHERE- evidence by clearly displaying IS” BASIS, SUBJECT TO current license number on the ANY EASEMENTS, ENCUM- outside of sealed envelope in BRANCES, AND EXCEP- which the proposal is delivered. TIONS REFLECTED IN THE MORTGAGE AND THOSE PDFs of the project can be reCONTAINED IN THE RE- viewed by going to the McKee CORDS OF THE OFFICE OF website @ www.mckeeassoc. THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF com and selecting “Project Bid THE COUNTY WHERE THE List”. Also, if you are not receivABOVE-DESCRIBED PROP- ing NOTIFICATIONS from us, ERTY IS SITUATED. THIS please register on our website, PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD “Project Bid List” by selecting WITHOUT WARRANTY OR PDQDJH \RXU ELG OLVW SUR¿OH RECOURSE, EXPRESS OR The documents may be viewed IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE on-line and printed by General AND/OR ENJOYMENT AND Contractors, Sub-Contractors WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO and Suppliers. Documents THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION published through this proceOF ALL PARTIES ENTITLED dure are the only documents THERETO. endorsed by the Architect. The Architect is unable to monitor, Alabama law gives some per- FRQ¿UP DQG PDLQWDLQ RWKHU ZHEsons who have an interest in sites that provide documents. property the right to redeem the Addendums will be provided to property under certain circum- entities that have CONFIRMED stances. Programs may also bidding for this particular projexist that help persons avoid or ect. The Architect retains owndelay the foreclosure process. ership and copyrights of the An attorney should be consult- documents. If bidders require ed to help you understand these printed sets, the following shall rights and programs as a part of apply: Submit to the Architect the foreclosure process. at mckeeplans@gmail.com the FRPSDQ\¶V QDPH ¿UVW ODVW This sale is made for the pur- name, phone number, address, pose of paying the indebted- SURMHFW QDPH QXPEHU DORQJ ness secured by mortgage as ZLWK D GHSRVLW RI SHU well as the expenses of fore- set. The deposit shall be refundclosure, including a reasonable ed for each set returned in reattorney’s fees and other pur- usable condition within ten days poses set out in said mortgage. after bid opening. U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the NRZ Passthrough Trust VII Paul K. Lavelle, Esq. Attorney for Mortgagee Spina, & Lavelle, P.C. One Perimeter Park SouthSuite 400N Birmingham, Alabama 35243 (205) 298-1800 30-FC-19-01046 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 30-FC-19-01046 PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DIANA LOREE FULLER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-380 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of DIANA LOREE FULLER, deceased, having been granted to CHARLOTTE B. FULLER on the 1 day of December, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. CHARLOTTE B. FULLER ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DIANA LOREE FULLER, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: JAMES F. HAMPTON ATTORNEY AT LAW 4267 LOMAC STREET MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36106 334-213-0213 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/FULLER, D. PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RENOVATIONS TO ELMORE COUNTY TECHNICAL CENTER FOR THE ELMORE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WETUMPKA, ALABAMA MCKEE PROJECT NO. 19.118A The sealed proposal as described above shall be received by Mr. Richard Dennis, Superintendent, at the Elmore County 3XEOLF 6FKRROV 2I¿FH + +

All RFIs and RFAs regarding the bid documents shall be sent and addressed through emails found on the RFI and RFA forms in the project manual. NOTE: ONLY THE RFI AND RFA FORMS IN THE PROJECT MANUAL WILL BE ACCEPTED. The Architect will not accept inquiries via telephone or fax. Completion Time: See Scope of Work in Project Manual. Supervision: Contractor to provide Superintendent(s) to ensure proper supervision for all work. Owner: Mr. Richard Dennis, Superintendent, Elmore County 3XEOLF 6FKRROV 2I¿FH + + Robison Drive, Wetumpka, AlaEDPD 3KRQH Architect: McKee and AssociDWHV $UFKLWHFWV ,QF 6RXWK +XOO 6WUHHW 0RQWJRPHU\ $ODEDPD 3KRQH :HWXPSND +HUDOG 1RY 'HF DQG BIDS/RENOVATIONS PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-339 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RENEAU L. GATES, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of RENEAU L. GATES, deceased, having been granted to VIRGINIA K. GATES on the 1 day of December, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. VIRGINIA K. GATES PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF RENEAU L. GATES, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: REGINA EDWARDS EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/GATES, R. Do you have available jobs? Call 256.414.4250 to let others know about job opportunities at your business.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA CASE NO: 2021-382 COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CYNTHIA DARLENE HANEY, who is also known as CYNTHIA DARLENE CHERY, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of CYNTHIA DARLENE HANEY, who is also known as CYNTHIA DARLENE CHERY, deceased, having been granted to JANE HANEY on the 3 day of December, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. JANE HANEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CYNTHIA DARLENE HANEY, who is also known as CYNTHIA DARLENE CHERY, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: RICHARDSON B. McKENZIE III OF COUNSEL GILPIN GIVHAN, PC LAKEVIEW CENTER, SUITE 300 2660 EASTCHASE LANE MONTGOMERY ALABAMA 36117 PO DRAWER 4540 MONTGOMERY ALABAMA 36103-4540 334-244-1111 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/HANEY, C. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT EDWARD HANSON, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-358 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of ROBERT EDWARD HANSON, deceased, having been granted to KYLE HANSON on the 2 day of December, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. KYLE HANSON ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT EDWARD HANSON, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: ROBERT B. RENEAU LAW OFFICES OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 335-514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/HANSON, R. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-149 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PAULEEN N. HOLLOWAY, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of PAULEEN N. HOLLOWAY, deceased, having been granted to BENITA DIANNE HOLLOWAY on the 18 day of November, 2021 by Riley McCormick, Special Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. BENITA DIANNE HOLLOWAY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF PAULEEN N. HOLLOWAY, DECEASED Attorney of Record for such Personal Representative: Roderick B. Perdue 2033 Holtville Road Wetumpka, AL 36092 334-567-7373 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/HOLLOWAY, P. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOANNE B. HORNSBY, DECEASED CASE NO. 2021-368 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters Testamentary on the estate of said decedent having been granted to SHARON ANN H. BRANTLEY as Personal Representative on the 19 day of November 2021, by the Honorable John Thornton, Judge of Probate of said County in said State, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to present same within the time allowed by law or the same will be barred. /s/Regina B. Edwards REGINA B. EDWARDS, Attorney for the Estate of MARIE LASHLEY, deceased.

Public Notices Name and Address of Attorney: The Law Firm of Edwards & Edwards, P.C. 109 East Bridge Street Wetumpka, Alabama 36112 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/HORNSBY, J. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-342 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM CURTIS JENNINGS, SR., DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of WILLIAM CURTIS JENNINGS, SR., deceased, having been granted to WILLIAM CURTIS JENNINGS, JR. on the 4 day of November, 2021 by Riley McCormick, Special Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. WILLIAM CURTIS JENNINGS, JR., PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM CURTIS JENNINGS, SR., DECEASED Attorney of Record for such Personal Representative: Robert B. 5HQHDX (VT /DZ 2I¿FH RI Edwards & Edwards, P.C., 109 East Bridge Street, Wetumpka, Alabama 36092,(334) 514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/JENNINGS, SR., W. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MILLARD FRANKLIN KEITH, III, DECEASED CASE NO: 2020-351 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of MILLARD FRANKLIN KEITH, III, deceased, having been granted to KEVIN KYLE KEITH on the 17 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. KEVIN KYLE KEITH ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MILLARD FRANKLIN KEITH, III, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: TERRY P. WILSON, WILSON & JACKSON, LLC, 1785 TALIAFERRO TRAIL SUITE 6, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36117, 334260-9998, tpwlaw@protonmail. com Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/KEITH, III, M. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-363 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THURMAN JACK KELLEY, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of THURMAN JACK KELLEY, deceased, having been granted to STEPHEN G. KELLEY on the 12 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. STEPHEN G. KELLEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF THURMAN JACK KELLEY, DECEASED Attorney of Record for such Personal Representative: GERALD A. DANIEL, JR, LA W OFFICE OF G A DANIEL, JR, LLC PO BOX 638 MILLBROOK, ALABAMA 36054 334-285-9444 Jerry@GADanielLaw.com Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/KELLEY, T. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE CASE NO: 2021-366 STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA R. KELLEY, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of VIRGINIA R. KELLEY, deceased, having been granted to JAMES ORREN KELLEY on the 19 day of November,20 21 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. JAMES ORREN KELLEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA R, KELLEY, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative:

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p JEREMY P. SUMMERS ATTORNEY AT LAW 1275 CENTER POINT PARKWAY BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 35215 205-853-3911 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/KELLY, V. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-371 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM ROBERT MILTON, SR., DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of WILLIAM ROBERT MILTON, SR., deceased, having been granted to VIVIAN FAY MILTON on the 30 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. VIVIAN FAY MILTON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM ROBERT MILTON, SR., DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: ROBERT J. MORRIS ATTORNEY AT LAW 10365 HOLTVILLE ROAD DEATSVILLE, ALABAMA 36022 334-569-1820 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/MILTON, SR., W. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DOUGLAS JAMES MOORE, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-362 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of DOUGLAS JAMES MOORE, deceased, having been granted to CAMERON MOORE on the 17 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. CAMERON MOORE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DOUGLAS JAMES MOORE, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: LOUIS C. COLLEY ATTORNEY AT LAW POBOX 680689 PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36068 335-365-1500 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/MOORE, D. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA CASE NO: 2021-377 COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JANET KATHERINE PRINCE, who was formerly known as JANET R. SMITH, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JANET KATHERINE PRINCE, who was formerly known as JANET R. SMITH, deceased, having been granted to AMANDA SMITH WESSON on the 2 day of December, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. AMANDA SMITH WESSON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JANET KATHERINE PRINCE, who was formerly known as JANET R. SMITH, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JOSEPH T. CARPENTER ATTORNEY AT LAW 450 SOUTH UNION STREET SUITE 2100 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-213-5600 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/PRINCE, J. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CLATON REEVES, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-372 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of CLATON REEVES, deceased, having been granted to CONNIE REEVES on the 29 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. CONNIE REEVES ADMIN-

Public Notices ISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF CLATON REEVES, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: JONATHAN D. WYNN II THE CLEVELAND FIRM, LLC 707 MCQUEEN SMITH ROAD SOUTH PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36066 334-365-6266 jonathan@clevelandgroup.legal Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 1, 8 and 15, 2021 EST/REEVES, C. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-220 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JACKIE ALDRIDGE SIMMONS, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JACKIE ALDRIDGE SIMMONS, deceased, having been granted to CINDY LEE SIMMONS on the 18 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. CINDY LEE SIMMONS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JACKIE ALDRIDGE SIMMONS, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: MONICA G. MANN COURTNEY & MANN, L.L.P. P O BOX 100 1881 HOLTVILLE ROAD WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-567-2545 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/SIMMONS, J. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL EUGENE STREET, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-354 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of MICHAEL EUGENE STREET, deceased, having been granted to BELINDA STREET on the 2 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. BELINDA STREET ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL EUGENE STREET, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: D. JASON BRITT STONE, BRITT & WEBB, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST PO BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8, 15 and 22, 2021 EST/STREET, M. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell for cash, at an ONLINE public auction on Thursday, December 23rd, 2021, at 11:00am AT STORAGETREASURES.COM. Please note: THIS AUCTION IS NOT IN PERSON. PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP TO OUR PHYSICAL LOCATION. ALL AUCTION PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN UP AND BID ONLINE. Southeast Storage 749 US-231 Wetumpka, AL 36093 669: Leslie Hall. PMB 241, 92 Plantation Pt. Road, Fairhope, Alabama 35632 Contents: Furniture 839: Wesley Mitchell. 703 New Quarter Road, Tallassee, Alabama 36078 Contents: Furniture, Electronics Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8 and 15, 2021 STORAGE AUCTION Selling your home? Advertise here and sell it faster. Call Classifieds at 256.414.4250. Put your ad here call 256.414.4250

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COLOMBINI on the 17 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. JACQUELINE DIANE WIDENER COLOMBINI PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA LOUISE ROCHESTER WIDENER, DECEASED

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-369 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES D. STRICKLAND, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of CHARLES D. STRICKLAND, deceased, having been granted to KRISTEN MARIE STRICKLAND on the 17 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. KRISTEN MARIE STRICKLAND, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES D. STRICKLAND, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JIM L. DEBARDELABEN ATTORNEY AT LAW PO BOX 1136 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-265-9206 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/STRICKLAND, C. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA LOUISE ROCHESTER WIDENER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-367 Letters Testamentary in the Estate of ANNA LOUISE ROCHESTER WIDENER, deceased, having been granted to JACQUELINE DIANE WIDENER

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: REGINA EDWARDS EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-5141011 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/WIDENER, A. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell for cash, at an ONLINE public auction on Thursday, December 23rd, 2021, at 11:00am AT STORAGETREASURES.COM. Please note: THIS AUCTION IS NOT IN PERSON. PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP TO OUR PHYSICAL LOCATION. ALL AUCTION PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN UP AND BID ONLINE. Southeast Storage 8416 US-231 Wetumpka, AL 36092 402: Aletha Franklin. Camp Sherrye, Wetumpka, Alabama 36092 Contents: Boxes Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 8 and 15, 2021 STORAGE AUCTION Do you have available jobs? Call 256.414.4250 to let others know about job opportunities at your business.

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PEGGY M. WOOD, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-370 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of PEGGY M. WOOD, deceased, having been granted to JO WOOD on the 22 day of November, 2021 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. JO WOOD ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF PEGGY M. WOOD, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: D. JASON BRITT STONE, BRITT & WEBB, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST P O BOX 967 WETUMPKA. ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520 Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and 8, 2021 EST/WOOD, P. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Richard Louis Calhoun, a single man, and Mary Neely, single, to AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COMPANY, on April 14, 2006, said mortgage being recorded in the 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH RI 3UREDWH of Elmore County, Alabama, at

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ALL ABOUT IGLOOS! An igloo, or iglu in the Inuit language, means house or dwelling. It can refer to any home or shelter constructed of any type of material; however, in the United States, Igloos are structures that we often associate with extreme cold Winter weather. Many people assume that igloos are made from ice blocks, but they are constructed from bricks of tightly compacted snow which are cut out of the landscape with a snow spade and a knife. People in the Arctic regions used igloos as temporary shelters when traveling, going on hunting expeditions, or in emergency situations. Igloos can hold one person or be large enough to hold as many as 20 people. Generally, most igloos are built for about 4-6 people to use. These domeshaped shelters, when built correctly, are extremely strong and can withstand high winds in a blizzard and even a grown adult standing on top of them. Many skilled builders can construct them in as little as an hour. Snow is a very good insulator, as opposed to ice. It can trap the body heat of the inhabitants inside the igloo. An igloo can become as warm as 60 degrees inside, maybe more with a small fire, even when it is -50 degrees outside. Windows, for light, can be made with blocks of ice. When someone uses an igloo for a few days, the snow inside begins to melt slightly. When the people exit the igloo, the air temperature goes back down, and the melting snow turns to ice. This will make the structure even stronger, although it does diminish some of the insulation. An igloo can be used for up to a Wetumpka month in some cases. The largest igloo ever built was constructed in Zermatt, Page SwitzerlandKidz in 2016. It is named the Iglu-Dorf building, and it is 42 feet wide inside and 33 feet tall. The Guinness Book of World Record-holding igloo took 18 people three weeks to construct. This Winter, always remember to never try to build your own igloo!

IGLOO WORD FIND

HOW TO DRAW AN IGLOO

Using the grid below, draw and then color your own igloo. Use the grid as a guide.

Arctic, Blizzard, Block, Builder, Dome, House, Ice, Igloo, Iglu, Insulation, Inuit, Shelter, Snow, Strong, Warmth, Winter

Across Clues: 2. Where was the largest igloo built? 5. The largest igloo in the World. 6. A dome-shaped dwelling. 7. Igloos can be ___ degrees inside. 8. Igloos are made from blocks of ___. 9. Term “iglu” is from the __ language. Down Clues: 1. Snow provides more ___ than ice. 3. Windows can be made from ____. 4. Igloos are ____-shaped. 6. Inuit word meaning house.

FIND THE 5 DIFFERNCES!

IGLOO CROSSWORD

Crossword Ans: Across-2)Switzerland 5)Iglu-Dorf 6)Igloo 7)sixty 8)snow 9)Inuit Down-1)insulation 3)ice blocks 4)dome 6)iglu

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WEDNESDAY • DECEMBER 8, 2021

PET OF THE WEEK

Elmore County Historical Society to honor Joe Allen Turner On Sunday, December 12 at 2:30 p.m., the Elmore County Historical Society will honor the late Joe Allen Turner at the Elmore County Museum. Joe Allen was a founding member of the Society and co-authored the book, “Wetumpka,” part of the Images of America Series, with Jan Wood, current president of the Society. Joe Allen was a man of many talents, and he enjoyed spending time sketching and painting throughout his life. He shared his love and knowledge of history with many, assisting people in Alabama and across the country

with their genealogical research. In that spirit, the Society will unveil a portrait of Joe Allen that will hang in the new Turner Research Room, offering visitors a new resource for their own ancestral research. In addition, the Society will also recognize its 50th anniversary. Founded in 1971, the Elmore County Historical Society, in conjunction with the Elmore County Museum, has sponsored various activities such as walking tours, programs about art and history, cemetery tours, and special exhibits at the museum to promote

and preserve local heritage. This is also a great opportunity to see the hundreds of nativity scenes currently on display at the museum. Join us as we celebrate our 50th anniversary with a special exhibit looking back on our past achievements and honor the life of one of our most influential members. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. The Elmore County Museum is located at 112 S Main St, Wetumpka. For more information call the Elmore County Museum at 334567-5097.

Joe Allen was a founding member of the Society and co-authored the book, “Wetumpka,” part of the Images of America Series, with Jan Wood, current president of the Society.

CommunityCalendar DECEMBER

Christmas on the Coosa: Dec. 11 begins with two Character Breakfast Sessions at 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. From noon until 7 p.m. there will be arts and crafts and food at Gold Star Park. There will be live entertainment on the stage at Gold Star Park from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. There will be a car show beginning from noon until 3 p.m. There will be children’s activities from noon until 4 p.m. at Gold Star Park. Pops Band will take the stage at the park at 3 p.m. The Nigh the Light Christmas Parade will begin at 6 p.m. and the skiing Santa and a fireworks show, which starts 7:30 p.m. will end the evening of events. The Kelley Artists Market: Dec. 8-11 The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery will offer original oils, jewelry, pottery, photos, pastels, abstracts, quilts, ornaments, glass, knits, and cards by 20 artists. For more information, call 334-478-3366.

ONGOING EVENTS

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: After more than a yearlong hiatus, Preschool Storytime has re-

sumed at the Wetumpka Public Library. The first story time was held on Friday, May 14, and will take place every Friday at the library at 10 a.m. ECLECTIC TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS: Eclectic Town Council meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at Town Hall. Council meetings begin at 7 p.m. with work sessions taking place prior to the meeting at 6 p.m. Meetings are held in the Dr. M. L. Fielder Municipal Building, 145 Main Street. NAACP MEETINGS: The Elmore County Branch No. 5026 of the NAACP meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Tuesday (executive committee) and every fourth Tuesday (full membership) at the Martin Luther King Center at 200 North Lancaster St. in Wetumpka. LIVING WORD: You belong here. You and your family are always welcome here. We are located at 1826 Kowaliga Road Eclectic, across from the Dollar General. Call 334-492-0777 for more information. OPEN MIC: The Equality Performing Arts Center hosts an open mic jam session from 7 to 9 p.m.

Get this, Duke was originally turned in to us for not being a good watchdog! This loveable, obviously very friendly boy is 1 1/2 years old, very sweet, good with other dogs his size - bit too rough for smaller dogs. He is about 60 lbs. He can be a bit of a submissive urinator at times but since we were told there was a threat to shoot him, can you blame him. Oh - he does like to eat chickens and not the cooked kind. Loves toys. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, de-worming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs, rabies vaccination if old enough, free health exam with your participating veterinarian. If you are interested in meeting Demi or any of our pets, please first email us at hselco@bellsouth.net for our Adoption Application. Once that is cleared, we will coordinate with you to set up an appointment to meet & adopt. We are located at 255 Central Plank Road, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, our phone number is 334-567-3377 and our website is www.elmorehumane.org for more information.

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every second Friday of the month at 560 Highway 9 in Equality. There is no charge but donations are welcome as they keep the center running. Bring a snack or finger food to share during the intermission. RED HILL COMMUNITY CLUB MEETINGS: Red Hill Community Club Meetings are held every second Monday of the month. Join the Red Hill Historical Preservation Association in the auditorium of the Old Red Hill School, located off state Route 229 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss upcoming events. MOUNT HEBRON CHURCH OF CHRIST: Come join us at 4530 Mt. Hebron Road in Eclectic. Our Sunday school begins at 9 a.m. followed by worship service at 10:30. There is also a Wednesday night Bible study at 7 p.m. For more information call Pastor Edwin Walker at 334-541-2025 LUNCH AND LEARN: Lunch and learn Tuesdays with Kelly are scheduled at the Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery at 124 Company Street in Wetumpka from noon to 1 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. For more informa-

tion, visit www.thekelly.org. CELEBRATE RECOVERY GRACE POINT: Celebrate Recovery meets at Grace Point Community Church at 78223 Tallassee Highway in Wetumpka each Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. All are welcome to the meetings which provide a safe and loving environment for individuals seeking to conquer their hurts, habits and hangups. For more information, visit www. Gracepoint.info or contact Gwin Greathouse at gwingreathouse@ gmail.com. CELEBRATE RECOVERY SANTUCK: Celebrate Recovery meets each Thursday at 6:15 p.m. at Santuck Baptist Church at 7250 Central Plank Rd. This is a Christ-centered, 12-step program for anyone struggling with hurts, habits, and hangups. Call 334-567-2364 for more information or contact jyates@ santuckbaptist.org. G A M B L E R S A N O N YMOUS: Gamblers Anonymous meets Saturdays at 6 p.m. at Cedarwood Community Church at 10286 U.S. Highway 231 in Wallsboro/Wetumpka. Call 334567-0476 for more information.

AA MEETING: Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held Mondays at 7 p.m. located at 105 Tuskeena St. in Wetumpka. RED HILL GALLERY: The Red Hill Gallery on Highway 229 in the Red Hill Community in Tallassee is open Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for local live music performances. No admission is charged but donations are welcomed to maintain the building and pay for refreshments. MASTER GARDENER HELPLINE: If you have gardening questions you can call the Master Gardener Helpline at 1-877-252-4769. The helpline starts March 1 and ends in August. CHILDREN’S HARBOR: Children’s Harbor Treasures and Thrift Store Located on state route 63 just south of Lake Martin Amphitheater, the Children’s Harbor Thrift Store is open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. proceeds are used to help fund the activities at the Lake Martin campus of children’s harbor and the Family Center at Children’s Hospital. Call 334857-2008 for more information.

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