Wetumpka Herald Oct. 30 2024

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

Chamber holds luncheon welcoming members

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer

THOUSANDS ATTEND COOSA CANDY CRAWL

The Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce held its annual luncheon to install new officers and board members for the first time in a while Thursday. The COVID-19 pandemic put a hamper on gatherings but the chamber celebrated the successes of business in Wetumpka.

Six-peat

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

“We haven’t been able to do this for the last cou ple years,” chairperson Clay McConnell said. “Your attendance is an indication people want to get back together and have these opportunities to see each

to a school that strives for excellence. By collaborating with staff, many of the school’s issues were identified and addressed. Futral’s leadership style of listening, encouraging, supporting, organizing and challenging the staff and students, caused the

Futral has transformed

By Jake Arthur Chief Videographer

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

PRINCIPAL, Page A3

Obituaries

THOMAS RUSSELL BAILEY

Thomas Russell Bailey, born November 10, 1933, in Woodland, AL, to the late James Audrey Bailey and Virginia Nancy Messer Bailey, passed away October 23, 2024 at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Virginia Bell Lonneberg Bailey; sons, Rodney Joe Bailey and James Paul Bailey; grandson, Jarrod Nathan Bailey; great-grandson, Brady Beau Milam; brothers, James Ray, Carey Joe, and Jackie Blake Bailey; and sister, Joyce B. Harp.

Mr. Bailey is survived by his son, Thomas Russell Bailey, Jr. (Donna) of Hope Hull, AL; his daughter, Devona Faust (Terry) of Wetumpka, AL; grandchildren, Bo Milam, Tara K. Kay (Chris), Kevin Milam (Denise), and Janet Bailey; great-grandchildren, Jeremiah and Jonathan Bailey, Colt Milam, Leo Wilkerson, and Amos Milam; and a host of loved relatives.

Mr. Bailey served in the U.S. Air Force for ten years, then owned and operated Bailey’s Barber Shop in Wetumpka, AL, for 61 years. He was a member of the

Georgia Road Church of Christ of Wetumpka, AL.

We wish to thank the wonderful staff at Bill Nichols VA Nursing Home for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to BN VA Nursing Home at 1784 Elkahatchee Road, Alexander City, Alabama 35010 in memory of Thomas Russell Bailey.

Arrangements to be made at a later date Online condolences may be expressed at www.benefieldfhwedowee.com.

One local contested race on the ballot

Voting Day is nearly here, and that means it’s time to brush up on the candidates. Although it’s a Presidential election year,

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there is one local contested race as well. Incumbent Desirae Lewis Jackson will be battling for her Elmore County Commission District 5 spot against Democratic nominee Jacquelyn Long Thomas. Here you

Name: Desirae Lewis Jackson

Party: Republican

Position Running For: County Commissioner District 5 (incumbent)

Bio: incumbent 4 years in office

2007 Graduate of Wetumpka High School, 2011 Graduate of the University of Alabama, 2014 Graduate of Jones School of Law, Juris Doctorate Liberty Hill Baptist Church/ Church Secretary

Why are you interested in running for political office? Four years ago, I observed a district characterized by remarkable diversity, where numerous individuals were uncertain about their representation and worried about being heard. I wanted to make a change and that's exactly what we did together. Over the past four years, we have collaboratively united to drive the district forward, focusing on initiatives that enhance our overall quality of life. We must continue to move our district forward.

WHAT DO YOU FEEL LIKE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THIS OFFICE’S ROLE?

Engaging with residents to understand their needs and wants. It is crucial for our county's advancement that we work together in order to get things done. My commitment has been and remains to serve you. Together, we will continue achieve optimal results.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST

ISSUES YOU BELIEVE YOUR CONSTITUENTS FACE?

Residents contacting elected officials during crises and engaging in local governance are crucial. Attending meetings and staying informed on local and state issues ensures awareness of directly impacting matters. Additionally, residents facing issues should contact relevant officials for assistance.

HOW DO YOU BELIEVE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR YOUR CONSTITUENTS?

See JACKSON, Page A5

Police Reports

WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMENT

OCT. 23

• Harassment was reported on Wilson Street.

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

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

• Menacing was reported in Wetumpka.

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can learn more about each candidate.

Voting takes place Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Editor ’s Note: Each candidate running for political office is allowed

one free questionnaire to be published in the newspaper. All other advertisements must be paid. These questionnaires are printed exactly as they are provided to Tallapoosa Publishers.

Name: JACQUELYN LONG THOMAS

Party: DEMOCRATIC

Position Running For: ELMORE COUNTY COMISSION DISTRICT 5

Bio: I am a lifelong resident of Millbrook, Alabama, with a deep-rooted commitment to my community. I am a devoted wife ,mother, and nanny . I currently serve as the Ward 1 Councilwoman in the City of Millbrook.37 My tenure there is driven by a strong focus on the well-being and growth of our city, and insuring that it thrives for generations to come.

I am 1989 graduate of Stanhope Elmore High School, who has built a robust educational foundation in the field of Elementary Education. I have dedicated my professional life to education and community support. After retiring from Coosada Elementary School in Millbrook after 25 years as a first grade teacher, I transitioned to roles that extended my influence in meaningful ways. Guided by the principles of **Service Before Success** and **Principles Over Power**, I am a servant leader deeply invested in the future of Elmore County

WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED

IN RUNNING FOR POLITICAL OFFICE?

I’m pursuing the role of County Commissioner because service is in my heart and my heritage. Growing up with community leaders, including my father Richard Long—a member of Millbrook’s first city council— instilled in me the importance of civic duty. Service to others is woven into the fabric of my family, making it not just a responsibility but a way of life. I’m driven by a genuine desire to contribute to the county that shaped me. I want to ensure that it continues to thrive for future generations. I believe I can drive meaningful change, strengthen our community bonds, and help shape a future where all of District 5 can thrive.

What do you feel like is the most important

See THOMAS, Page A5

OCT. 19

• Danjerrio Scullock, 42, of Montgomery, was arrested for eight counts of failure to appear.

• Harassing communications was reported on North Broad Street.

OCT. 21

• Demond Bell, 36, of Montgomery, was arrested for nine counts of failure to appear.

• Permitting livestock to run at large and running at large was reported on Ann Parkway.

OCT. 20

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

• Theft and domestic violence was reported on South Main Street.

OCT. 18

• Elizabeth Moore, 48, of Wetumpka, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear.

• Property damage was reported at the Wetumpka Sports Complex.

OCT. 17

• Calvin Howard, 38, of Montgomery, was arrested for six counts of failure to appear.

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Humane Society of Elmore County News

Halloween safety for pets

By REA CORD HSEC Executive Director

This is Halloween week which means lots of fun for us humans but with quite a few risks to our pets. Candy, scary costumes, glowing items, parties, screaming children & adults are all things that our pets may not understand and that can lead to trouble.

When it comes to candy please be aware that chocolate and the artificial sweetener Xylitol, found in many candies, can be toxic to pets not to mention the danger from swallowed candy wrappers & lollipop sticks! Please keep all candies safely out of reach of your pets and don’t leave pets unattended with a big bowl of candy at the front door. Make sure your children are aware that their Halloween Candy should NOT be shared with pets.

Perhaps make a special pet bowl with small doggy or kitty treats that your children can safely share with them as they have their own treats.

Glow sticks and rings help our children be more visible but best kept out of reach of pets as the contents are very bitter and could cause distress to your pet if chewed. Wild and fun costumes are part of the holiday, but our pets may not feel the same way and could become scared of even protective so best to keep your pets safely apart from humans in odd and scary costumes. Keeping them separate from

party antics will also help protect them from being fed inappropriate food, treats and candy by kind, but uninformed party guests.

Some pets are fine wearing a costume while others find it quite stressful. If you do dress up your pet, make sure the costume doesn’t constrict its movement, hearing or breathing. Never leave a pet wearing a costume unattended and also check to make sure there are no dangling pieces that your pet could get caught in or chew on. And if your pet seems distressed then please don’t force your pet to stay in a costume.

Please also keep your pets in another room or part of the house if you are opening your door for trick-or-treaters! It would be easy for a pet to escape and we certainly don’t want a pet to be freaked out by scores of children in all manner of costumes resulting in either a lost pet or, worse, a bite. And make sure pets and ‘candle lit’ Halloween decorations are not left alone to help prevent them being knocked over and an accidental fire!

And just to be safe, make sure your pet is properly identified (microchip, collar and ID tag) in case it does escape through an open door while you’re distracted with trick-or-treaters.

Happy Halloween!

Rea Cord is the executive director of the Humane Society of Elmore County.

Pet of the Week - Jimbo

Jimbo is a 1-year-old male Pit Bull Terrier mix who weighs only about 40 pounds. He came in to us as a stray along with a puppy and a small adult dog and none were ever reclaimed. Jimbo is happy, playful and he’s just a very sweet boy who loves attention. Let’s find Jimbo a family he can call his own for the rest of his life.

The Humane Society of

Elmore County’s adoption fees are $100 for dogs and $50 for cats under 1 year old. Cats over 1 can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, deworming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs, rabies vaccination if old enough and a free health exam with your participat-

ing veterinarian. If you are interested in meeting Jimbo or any of the pets at HSEC, the first step is to fill out an adoption application online. Once approved, you will be contacted by someone from the humane society. HSEC is located at 255 Central Plank Road in Wetumpka. The phone number is 334567-3377 and the website is www.elmorehumane.org.

PCA breaks ground on a new middle school

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

School leaders at Prat-

tville Christian Academy have been planning for growth.

In doing so, PCA broke ground on a new middle school that, when complete, will allow all students to be on campus and accommodate for more to enroll.

“Our student size has been increasing, especially over the last few years,” PCA head of school Katie Furr said.

“We got to a point where we had to limit the number of middle school students we could have and we just did not want to

do that.”

The new facility will house 10 new classrooms, a full-size multipurpose

room and gym and an additional weight room.

“This building will also allow us to bring our pre-K students back onto our main campus,” Furr said. “They are currently over at the Hunter Hills Church.”

The expansion is being built on the same site as an activity dome that was destroyed by weather several years ago. When the new middle school building opens, it will allow enrollment to increase to about 900 students in grades K-3 to 12.

“This expansion

Speaker of the House highlights Elmore County’s public-private success

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

Leaders from across the state are watching Elmore County — especially its public-private partnerships and growth.

The message was delivered by Alabama Speaker of the House

Nathaniel Ledbetter who was the keynote speaker at the Unity Breakfast hosted last week by the Elmore County Economic Development Authority.

“When something’s wrong, you go fix it,”

BOE swaps property, increases truancy standards

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

It wasn’t just another run-of-themill meeting for the Elmore County Board of Education in October.

Occasionally, the board will host its meeting at one of the schools, and the October meeting was held at Elmore County High School. Not only did the meeting give ECHS principal Jason Eason a chance to showcase some of his students, the school’s pep band also performed.

“We can’t fit the full band in here,” Eason said. “The pep band is about one-fifth the size of the full band. Even if we didn't have football, they'd be a show of their own.”

Superintendent Richard Dennis said ECHS is the smallest high school in the county but has the largest band and noted the band’s recent success during competition season.

“They always do well,” Dennis said.

Eason also had the region winning volleyball team introduce itself to the board, which also heard from student Rebecca Anderson on the benefits of the school organization Future Teachers of Alabama. Anderson said the program helps recruit students to the

teaching profession in high school.

Currently many of the students in the program serve on the various Eclectic school campuses as aides.

The meat of the meeting surrounded real estate as the board approved a property swap. The board exchanged a parcel near the old Wetumpka High School for property near Wetumpka Middle School. It now makes the property owned in west Wetumpka contiguous. The board is also working to sell its Bradley Road property, which it no longer needs in the Weoka community.

The school board approved changes to the Code of Conduct to allow earlier intervention for truancy. According to the Code of Conduct, it is a policy to address unexcused absences and has multiple steps.

A letter will be sent to the parents or guardians of a student after the first and third unexcused absence from school.

After the fifth unexcused absence the parent or guardian must participate in the Early Warning Program provided by the Elmore County Juvenile Court. Failure to attend may result in a petition being filed

against the parents.

After the tenth unexcused absence the Elmore County attendance coordinator will file a petition for both the student and parent to appear in juvenile court.

The board also appointed 19 parents and 19 teachers to the science textbook adoption committee for 2025.

IN OTHER ACTION THE ELMORE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION:

• Approved minutes of the Sept. 17 meeting.

• Selected Brian Ward and Michael Morgan as delegates to the 2024 Alabama Association of School Boards Assembly. Wendell Saxon is an alternate.

• Bids for a new security entrance to Wetumpka Elementary School and for a new diesel mechanics shop at Elmore County Technical Center will be opened Nov. 21.

• Approved a facility use agreement for Wetumpka Middle School.

• Were reminded schools will be closed Monday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.

The next ECBOE meeting will be 5 p.m. Nov. 12.

reflects our ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of students,” Furr said.

The PCA board made a decision to move forward with the expansion about six months prior to the Alabama legislature approving the school choice bill. It allows students to take up to $7,000 in state funding to the school of their parents' choice.

“When that happened, we thought we needed

to make sure that we continue with this,” Furr said. “We hopefully will get some more students because of school choice but the expansion was already in the works.”

The majority of current students at PCA are residents of Autauga and Elmore counties. Some travel to the Prattville school just inside Elmore County from Lowndes, Montgomery and Chilton counties.

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The Unity Breakfast attracted guests from education, the Elmore County Commission, the state house and local businesses and chambers of commerce. See SPEAKER, Page B4

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Members of the Prattville Christian Academy board pose for a photo during a ground breaking ceremony for a new middle school. The expansion will allow up to 900 students to enroll in the school.

Halloween is the best holiday, it’s deeper than you think

Iknow, but what about Christmas? Christmas is good too. It is the birth of our Savior — clearly if we were tier-ranking the importance of holidays that would be at the top alongside Easter.

But speaking to the secular celebration of Halloween and Christmas, Halloween is the best holiday and there’s more to it than what meets the eye, if you are willing to take it there.

Growing up, Halloween was a time to spend with my mom. (Don’t worry she’s still alive, that’s not where this is going). We would get the fake cobwebs and stretch them over the bushes and doorway. We would bring down the tombstones, raven statues and pumpkin figurines from the attic.

There were costumes, passing out candy and my school would have a big Halloween Carnival every year. While I did spend a lot of time with my friends too during Halloween, my mom was the one who made Halloween feel just as magical as Christmas. I miss home the most during October and I think that’s part of the reason. While I get to spend Christmas with my mom, I really miss getting to spend Halloween with her too.

And Halloween is deeper than most people give it credit for. I’m Catholic and the two times (during the liturgical year) that it feels like a time of reflection are the days from Halloween to All Souls Day and the other is Advent. It probably should be Lent too, but I don’t know; the vibes are different.

I like to use that period of Halloween-All Souls Day to reflect on death. Which sounds really jarring, but death is part of life, and I think taking time to reflect

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Use your vote wisely

This isn’t going to be your typical run-of-the-mill voting column.

By now, everyone knows how important it is to vote. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, and voting registration is already past. It’s time to do our civic duty and get out to the polls.

This column isn’t going to be about who you should vote for either.

Again, I figure at this point, everyone has made up their minds one way or the other and a few words won’t sway someone in a different direction. Instead, this column is going to be simply about this: Don’t vote independent this year in the presidential election. This year is too important to waste your vote, and unfortu -

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nately, that’s what voting independent is doing.

I’ve made the mistake before. I voted independent in the 2016 election back when I was living in Pennsylvania, and I’ll never do it again.

I’m not necessarily saying one vote — my vote — would’ve made the difference, but if no one voted independent, it certainly would have.

It’s an unfortunate system we live under. The fact that only two candidates are up for arguably the most important

Do your part

This is the most important column you will ever read about the most important election in the history of the world.

OK, maybe that’s a little much. But do you ever feel like the radio, the television, or the YouTube is shouting at you? Even the most innocent social media user cannot escape the constant attack of our polarized, politicized culture.

“Beware of a wolf in sheep’s clothing,” the posts say Depending on whose social media pages you’re scrolling, you may see Donald Trump or Kamala Harris with pictures that may or may not be real –some are doctored, cropped, edited, or even made with A.I. You will also, depending on whose social media pages you’re scrolling through, read or hear snippets or quotes that have been manipulated to mean one thing or another.

There are thousands of memes going around, from Donald Trump repairing the ice cream machine at McDonalds to Kamala Harris with glowing red eyes and a pair of horns sprouting from her head. They are about as real as this column being written by ChatGPT.

I suppose it’s been going on since the beginning of time. And by that, I mean the devil shows up and says what you want to hear rather than the truth.

Next week, we will finally reach the end of what has definitely been the most interesting political era in our lifetime. Donald Trump, the thrice-married casino owner and reality television host who became President, blasted through what remained of the old Republican party and made it his own over the past year, becoming ever stronger despite assassination attempts and nearly every personal and political trial. And by trial, I mean that literally! It seems like he is always in court for one reason or another. We live in an area that is unabashedly Trump country. I never saw it coming. We are a state that refuses to legalize gambling and frowns upon people using profanity, yet the casino-owning Trump cusses like a sailor at his rallies and still manages to make money off Holy Bibles that he autographs as if he wrote them. As a Christian, I am shocked

job in the world is a little bit ridiculous, but the fact remains: Donald Trump or Kamala Har ris will be the next president of the United States. No matter how many people think they can change the system, it’s not going to happen — at least not this year.

Instead of voting independent and thinking you got something over on someone by not voting for Trump or Harris, do your part and vote intelligently. ing as much information as possible — and from reliable sources — before you make an informed vote for either Trump or Harris.

that people like Franklin Graham will purchase infomercial time on TV to make excuses for this behavior. As someone at church once said to me, “I ain’t votin’ for my Sunday School teacher, I’m votin’ for the man who will make things right.”

We are also witnessing the end of an era in American politics. Joe Biden has been on the scene in Washington for over 50 years. He was an old school Democrat of the union laborer-school teacher variety. His Presidency was sort of a reset back to the center for Democrats, who had leaned so far to the left in the postObama period. Biden probably would have been fine had he taken the Presidency immediately following President Barack Obama, but he sat it out because the party decided it was Hillary Clinton’s turn. And so, when President Biden took office, Americans had a chance to witness his frailties on the job while his handlers worked the media and spun tales of his behind-the-scenes vigor. No matter how much good Biden had done in his long career, it all came crashing down with a debate performance that was one of the worst in recent memory. In the end, former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi was the one who approached Biden and talked him into retiring for the betterment of the Party.

Which brings us to Kamala Harris, a historic candidate who found herself elevated to this position with only a few months to go before Election Day. Nobody could have prepared for the job so quickly, but Harris has done an amazing job and made a great VP pick in former schoolteacher and governor Tim Walz. Walz projects an Everyman quality that has been missing in our politics for some time. Harris also reached out to disaffected Republicans and actually has them out stumping and campaigning for, and with, her: nearly all of President Trump’s cabinet from his first time around, as well as members of the Cheney and Bush political dynasties have been on the road with Harris this fall. She also has the full backing of the still-powerful Clintons and Obamas.

All that being said, my personal favorite event in all of this was the vice-presi -

dential debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz. These gentlemen behaved respectfully, even on points in which they disagreed – and often found themselves actually agreeing on certain subjects. It was everything a presidential debate should have been, instead of insults (Trump) and side eye (Harris).

Pope Francis was approached by a reporter from CBS News recently and asked about his opinion on the 2024 Presidential race in the United States. He replied, “In political morality, it is generally said that not voting is ugly, it’s not good. One must vote. And one must choose the lesser evil. Which is the lesser evil? That lady or that gentleman? Both are against life: the one that throws out migrants and the one that kills children.”

On the issues of abortion and immigration, many in our Judeo-Christian culture see the poor treatment of the least among us as evil. Harris supports funding and legalization for abortion. But we cannot say that Harris, herself, is evil. We are challenged to know where Trump stands on this or anything, because he changes from day to day and we have no idea what he does or doesn’t stand for except his own right to do what he wants, even overthrow the government when he doesn’t win. And yet, it wouldn’t be fair to say Trump is evil. He has just used these particular issues to his political advantage.

We know who holds tomorrow. Everything will unfold as God wants it to. If you believe that as I do, then you will not allow the worries of the pot-stirrers online and on television to make your decision for you, or tell you that you are or are not a Christian if you vote a certain way This is your choice, and only yours. At the end of the day, people have fought, marched, and died for your right to vote. Please don’t sit this one out. Read about the party platforms and turn down the noise of the talking heads on YouTube and the cable news channels. Most of all, please do your duty on Tuesday and cast your vote.

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meant so much to him.”

Many of the artists from previous Sawyer shows lined

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break is over and it’s time to get serious,” White said. The work-like mentality was needed this season.

The Wildcats lost four seniors, two to the college game. White played in their shadows as five straight state championships were racked up.

This year’s team is far

Company and Hill streets, almost all self taught like Sawyer himself. They included Debra Wilson who has taken on the studio space that Sawyer once occupied. a Lake Martin artist Finch

different and the feeling after winning the sixth straight AISA Class AA State Championship is different too.

“It’s a feeling I can’t even describe,” Starks said. “It was hard trying to build people up and put people in the position, because we lost four phenomenal seniors last year. Seniors that did so much for the team and seniors that were irreplaceable.”

Coach Brad Starks knew his team had to

Allen was one of the artists on hand.

“This is just great,” Allen said. “Wetumpka has such a great setup for a show like this.”

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grow from last year and White would be the leader.

“She was our leading returner as far as production goes,” Starks said. “I knew we had a lot of talent, but it was inexperienced.”

This year it was White’s time to lead.

“It’s like she managed to kind of push her way in the lineup last year,”

Starks said. “We just had other people in there more.”

Hooper was no stranger to Edgewood in the state championship. The Wildcats lost to them twice early in the season. The losses were

“(A DHR representative) was advised that it was evident that (the infant) had suffered some sort of head trauma or abuse and that there was bleeding to the brain consistent with being shaken,” court documents state. “The infant was also suffering from seizures believed to be as a result of his injuries.”

According to court documents, DHR spoke with McMullin who stated the infant was left with her mother in Wetumpka on Oct. 16 to allow McMullin and her boyfriend, the father

stopped in the booths looking at art and in some cases making purchases. Many visited the downtown shops as they stopped in booths.

“This is what Dad visualized,” Sawyer said. “He

learning experiences for Edgewood. The Wildcats just couldn’t pull off a victory.

Starks spent part of the season moving his team around, trying to get better

“We found something a few weeks ago that has really been working for us,” Starks said. “We’ve had some girls step up and play really well the last couple weeks. I think we’re playing our best volleyball at the perfect time.”

Sophomore Baylie Barrett was on the team last year, growing in talent just like White.

This year White led

of the infant, to go on a date. McMullin returned to Wetumpka to pick up the infant Oct. 17 who took a bottle before they left for Millbrook about 10:30 a.m.

Court records state the infant’s father left for work before 1 p.m., leaving the infant alone at the Millbrook home with McMullin.

According to court documents, the mother told authorities she placed the infant in a swing and he slept. The infant woke up fussy a few minutes later. McMullin again attempted to calm the infant. The infant’s mother noticed the infant suffering seizures about 3 p.m., she said.

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encouraged artists. He wanted them to do well. We wanted downtown businesses to do well. He saw a great Wetumpka and wanted others to see it too. I think this show is great for all.”

the team and helped grow Barrett.

“Baylie’s been such a great player ever since she started playing,” White said. “Even on JV, you could watch her and knew she was going to do great things.”

White taught Barrett a few things but White was a Barrett protege too.

“I would watch Baylie sometimes, and see things Baylie would do,” White said. “I would be like, ‘Oh, OK, so that’s how you do it.’”

On Tuesday Edgewood took down Hooper in three sets 25-19, 25-23 and 25-19.

It was fitting White got

enforcement, McMullin admitted to shaking the infant out of frustration due to her attempting to clean the house and the child being fussy. She told police she didn’t mean to cause the injuries.

“Upon questioning, Shelia admitted to shaking (the infant) until he passed out at which point in time she placed him in a swing,” court documents state. “Shelia stated (the infant) woke up after (roughly 10 minutes) and that shortly afterward she noticed jerking in his hand and leg which were determined to be seizures of the child.”

Doctors at Children’s told investigators the infant was

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the championship point — a kill over the net.

It was then a dog pile with Barrett in the middle. The sophomore hugged and celebrated with White and the rest of the Wildcats.

The two gathered around Starks and issued him a challenge to use the lunchbox message more to go after the seventh championship in a row.

“My mom shared it with me before every match this year,” White said. “I shared it this morning and again just before the match. It works. Just close the lunchbox and get to work.”

intubated and medicated to stop the seizure activity, which lasted approximately two days. Court documents state imaging at Children’s showed brain bleeds and mixing of blood and spinal fluid consistent with being shaken.

“(The infant) would have gone unconscious and approximately 30 minutes to an hour later would start vomiting due to brain swelling and seizures would follow around the same time upon sustaining the injury,” documents state.

Medical staff told police it would be readily apparent something was wrong, according to court documents.

Medical staff advised when being placed under a ventilator under these circumstances virtually no child comes out without some sort of disability. Those can range from a visual impairment to ADHD or a learning disorder on the milder side to severe mental disability and cerebral palsy on the more severe end of the spectrum.

“It’s too early to tell; it was unlikely that (the infant) would come out of the injury normal,” doctors stated in court records.

Doctors told authorities the infant could be hospitalized for up to two weeks. They told investigators about 20 to 25% of babies with similar injuries die and 80% of the survivors have some sort of long-term disability.

McMullin was taken to the Elmore County Jail and charged with aggravated child abuse. An Aniah’s Law hearing was requested but McMullin bonded out of jail Tuesday night. Court records and the Elmore County Jail roster do not list a bond amount as of Wednesday afternoon.

Embracing the other side of Pentecost

Greetings from the corner of Bridge and Bridge! It is a lovely fall morning as I write this week’s column. Summer heat hasn’t gone away yet, but cooler mornings have returned.

One week from today, our nation will be at the beginning of a new chapter. November 5, 2024 has been rightfully identified as a monumental day in the history of our nation. Election day always bear witness to the differences of opinion amongst our citizenry, but this one feels different. November 6, 2024 will be the day we as a nation begin to live into the choices we made at the ballot box.

The second chapter of Acts of the Apostles features a biblical story most people

are somewhat familiar with. Following the crucifixion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, people gathered to worship and witness to the good news Jesus proclaimed. They gathered on Pentecost, the last day of the Feast of Weeks, to celebrate the end of the grain harvest.

The Holy Spirit descended upon all present. Tongues of fire inhabited every mouth. People spoke words they did not understand, and everyone heard the word of God in their native language. God spoke the same exact word to everyone present, regardless of any difference amongst them.

I don’t know about you, but at this point I have no earthly idea what the final outcome of the election will be. It might

Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. the church offers Children’s Gospel Project, Youth Bible Study and Adult Prayer Meeting.

Regular office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

EAST TALLASSEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

CARRVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

Regular hours of service are Sundays- 9 a.m.

School and 10 a.m. Morning Worship.

ETUMC’s Rivers Edge Flea Market is now closed. The church will start a new project called Rivers Edge Food Pantry. ETUMC will provide canned food, water, dry beans and rice, blan-

be a close call or it might not. One thing is for certain. At least half of the voting population will not be happy with the results.

We have all heard this year’s presidential election described as a choice between the lesser of two evils. One of the things we as a nation can mostly agree on is that neither major party candidate represents anything close to a best person for the job. Are we actually in the position of doomed in either direction?

If we are relying on the person elected to right the wrongs of our nation, then yes, we are certainly doomed. If, on the other hand, we are we the people kind of people, we are not doomed. We can have hope for the future because the future

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kets, and jackets. If you want to donate or help with the cause, call Joan Wood at 334-312-4913.

EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY

Please join us for Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Lee Lowery will celebrate the Holy Eucharist. We are asking everyone please to wear a mask. The service will be live streamed on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ EpiphanyTallassee/ For more information, visit the

depends on communal involvement and coming together for the greater good.

We know how to do that, by the way. There have been countless instances in recent years of the greatly diverse population of these United States coming together for a common purpose. Those instances simply do not draw the same ratings as the incidents of division, hatred, and violence, but I digress.

I have a proposition for ensuring that November 5, 2024 does not emerge as some new day of infamy. We as a nation to do not need to reduced to ashes in order to rise like a phoenix. We need to flip the script on Pentecost. What if the people of God living in our portion of the

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FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

First Presbyterian Church, located at 514 Central Blvd. will host a Veteran’s Day Celebration on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. for all veterans and first responders and their family members.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

“We are OPEN and everyone is WELCOME!

REV. JONATHAN YARBORO Columnist

earthly kingdom spoke the exact same word to God? I propose that every registered voter find a quiet place to pray after casting their respective ballot. I suggest praying the words Jesus taught. This is not a Christian prayer, since it was drafted and presented by a practicing Jew. It is the prayer the one God sent into the world to be a human example for all instructed all to pray. How would God answer a communal outpouring of the same words? Let’s find out together.

Rev. Jonathan Yarboro is the Pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka.

Come worship with us in person Sunday mornings at 8:50 a.m. (contemporary) or 11 a.m. (traditional). Sunday School for all ages is offered Sunday mornings at 10 a.m., and a nursery is available for infants.

CHILDREN & YOUTH: meet Sunday evenings from 5-6:30 p.m. and Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15 p.m.; supper is included both days! For more information about our church or the programs we offer, visit our website: fumctallassee.com or call us: 334-283-2195.

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PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Walker the standard for Wetumpka defense

By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter

Wetumpka’s defense has been stout the entire 2024 season, and one of the reasons why it has been so dominant is because of linebacker Kelby Walker, the Elmore County Player of the Week.

The Indian defense faced the tough task of stopping the Mus-

tangs’ prolific rushing attack last Friday night. Although without Class 6A leading rusher Arthur McQueen, Walker and the other Indian defenders held an offense that averaged nearly 350 rushing yards per game to just 159.

However, Wetumpka coach Bear Woods said Walker’s 14 total tackles, four tackles for a loss and two sack performance was actually one of his weakest performances all season.

“This is probably, from a grading standpoint, not to the level that he has played every week, and he’d be the first one to tell you that,” Woods said. “But with that, it shows you the level of impact that he has each and every game. He’s a

PLAYOFF ANALYSIS

Who’s in and Who’s out

By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter

WETUMPKA: Wetumpka punched its ticket to the playoffs last week with a win over Stanhope Elmore, which puts the team as the No. 3 seed behind Russell County and Pike Road. They have been able to string together five straight wins, after falling to both region foes in back-toback weeks. Currently, the matchup for the Indians looks to be a road game at McAdory, a team that sits at 6-2 on the year and No. 2 in the 6A Region 4 bracket. Wetumpka still has one final challenge to end the season against non-region opponent Demopolis, but a win on Friday would extend the win streak to six straight and carry momentum into the playoffs.

Making History

TALLASSEE:

Talk about a turnaround for the Tallassee football team. After finishing the 2023 season at 1-9, there was no place to go but up. After hiring Lawrence “L.A.” O’Neal, he quickly turned Tallassee into a winning football team and the record to 6-2. Tallassee sits comfortably as the No. 1 seed in the 4A Region 3 with a region record of 6-1, allowing the Tigers to host a playoff game for the first time since 2017. The team has been dominated on both sides of the ball all season en route to this playoff berth in O’Neal’s first year as head coach. The first-round matchup looks to be Mobile Christian, who sits at 3-6 on the year.

ELMORE COUNTY: Elmore County is another team that punched its

ticket to the playoffs this year in a win over Marbury, two weeks back.

The team’s 4-2 Class 5A Region 4 record secured the No. 3 seed, with Clay Central and Beauregard ahead of them. The firstround matchup looks to be against Charles Henderson on the road, who sits at 6-3 on the year and secured the No. 2 seed with a win over Eufaula last week. Elmore County has accrued three straight region wins and has to face Chilton County this week to extend its win streak heading into the playoffs.

STANHOPE:

Stanhope’s best shot to remain in the playoffs came last week against Wetumpka, but after suffering a loss, the window closed. It was tough sledding for Stanhope, after losing players on both

Stanhope Elmore snags first regional win

By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter

The Stanhope Elmore volleyball team did something it’s never done in the AHSAA Class 6A Regional Volleyball Tournament last week in Montgomery: win a match.

Stanhope played one of the first matches of the entire tournament at 9 a.m. last Wednesday. Playing in the morning paired with the intimidating environment presented the team with some challenges to start.

“Whenever we have a morning game, we are slow to warm up,” SEHS coach Flavia Freeney said. “Sometimes when you’re playing in this environment, there’s so much going on.Focusing is really hard, but they pulled together, and that’s what makes a difference.”

The Mustangs were matched up with the

By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter

The final week of the regular season of the Alabama high school football season is upon us. Holtville and Tallassee both have punched their ticket to the postseason in two different ways. Tallassee goes into Friday as the Class 4A Region 3 champions for the first time since 2014, while Holtville secured the No. 4 seed with a win over Marbury.

Although the teams are in two different situations, Tallassee head coach Lawrence “L.A.” O’Neal knows Holtville’s 4-5 record does not indicate how strong of a team it is.

“We just have to really focus on us and get better as a team and not take Holtville’s team for granted,” O’Neal said. “Not look at the record and take them for granted, because they got a really good ball club despite what the record says.”

The offense charge for the Bulldogs is led by the two-headed backfield of Hunter Chavis and Daishaun Zeigler. The dynamic duo each provides two different skill sets to the field, Chavis is the more physical back and is best when he is in short-yardage situations while Zeigler has the athleticism to take any carry he has to the house.

“We were kind of expecting that two-headed monster that they got in Chavis and Zeigler,” O’Neal said. “But both of them run the ball tough, so we are just looking to get a lot of hats around the ball and really, really gang tackle, because it’s hard to take those guys down one-on-one.”

However, Tallassee’s defense has been stout for the majority of the season. Through eight games the defense averages just a little over 18 points per

game.

Holtville’s defense is another unit that has shown flashes through the entirety of the season due to the play of defensive ends Anthony Chunn and Arkevious Turner, who have separated themselves as standouts. The season that those two have had coming off the edge stressed the importance of the offensive line’s play, according to O’Neal.

“We really got to lean on the offensive line, because that defensive front is real stout,” O’Neal said. “If we can block those guys and get to the second and third level, then we’re having a really good night.”

Although the Tigers have not only revived their team with O’Neal reigning in his first season by taking a struggling team to the playoffs. They understand there is still one game left and their preparation cannot lapse before the end of the season.

“The kids are really confident in their preparation,” O’Neal said. “They understand that we get the results out when we put the work in. They showed up this morning in the weight room and really got after it. We’re looking to have a really good practice this afternoon, and that’s one of the things we’re not overly confident, but we are really confident in the work that we put in. So it’s all about just the preparation that we put in. As long as we take our craft seriously, take our film study series, then we have a good shot at winning any ball game that we are in.”

Even with the regular season coming to a close, Holtville and Tallassee are set to clash right before each team attempts to make a push once the playoffs arrive next week.

TPI Holtville’s Anthony Chunn (3) and Arkevious Turner (4) are dominant off the edge for Holtville’s defense.

set to face McAdory in the first round of the playoffs after punching its ticket to the playoffs.

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Wetumpka’s Kelby Walker finished with 14 tackles and two sacks against Stanhope last Friday. See WALKER, Page B2

GAME OF THE WEEK

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Stanhope Elmore Zori Holmes (42) spikes the ball against Gulf Shores in the Regional Tournament in Montgomery.

PICK’EMS

Final week of season is here

By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter

WETUMPKA (6-3)

VS. DEMOPOLIS (7-2)

THE PLAYERS

WETUMPKA: DL Ethan Bailey leads the team in sacks with 17 on the year WR Martez Wright has 30 catches for 579 receiving yards and 8 TDs. … RB Jimmy King has 148 carries for 1,153 rushing yards and 6 TDs.

FOUR DOWNS

Last week, Wetump -

ka beat Stanhope Elmore, 27-13; Demopolis beat Northside, 41-20.

Wetumpka’s defense allows 14.6 points per game.

Demopolis averages 32.4 points per game on offense. The all-time series is tied at 2-2 between Wetumpka and Demopolis.

NEX T UP: Wetumpka at McAdory; Demopolis hosts UMS-Wright.

ferocious tackler, ferocious competitor, relentless effort to the football and when you work hard, like he works for the last three years, watching him work here every offseason, and the intensity of which he works and conditions, you see results you have this season.”

Walker’s impact on the game is not limited to the defensive side of the ball, either. He is also a monster on special teams and is often thrown in on offense for special packages as a lead blocker.

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Tigers of Chilton County in the first round, taking three sets, 25-23, 25-19, 25-17. The win over the Tigers was the first regional win in school history, which came from the girls constant adjustment on the court throughout the match.

“They started talking to each other and making adjustments,” Freeney said. “They’re not waiting for us to tell them to adjust. They automatically start adjusting on their own.

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sides of the ball during a bulk of its region games and also being without star Arthur McQueen last week. Currently, the region record sits at 2-4 with Percy Julian taking the spot as the No. 4 seed in the region at 3-3. Unfortunately for Stanhope, there is one

ELMORE COUNTY (6-2) VS. CHILTON COUNTY (2-7)

THE PLAYERS

ELMORE COUNTY: RB Eli Thames has 88 carries for 480 rushing yards and 4 TDs. … QB Gage Davis has completed 53 of 82 pass attempts for 519 passing yards throwing 4 TDs and 1 INT. … LB Jackson Mann leads the team in total tackles with 54 on the season.

“What makes a kid special is what they do on special teams,” Woods said. “He also plays on offense for us. Some of our touchdowns these last couple games, is in a package that he’s involved in blocking. So he affects all three phases of football. He has blocked three kicks this year. In two years, he’s blocked 10 kicks. That’s unbelievable. I don’t know of anybody who’s done that. He’s in all three phases of our game plan. If there was a fourth phase of football, he’d be in that one too.”

This season for Walker has been record-breaking. Although there is still one game left for Wetumpka, he has

That’s what makes a successful team is they start working together really. I don’t have to really say anything because they’re doing what they’re supposed to do.”

However, Stanhope Elmore was set to face a talented Gulf Shores team in the second round, who also did not surrender a set in its first-round matchup. After a significant break between matches, Stanhope finally took the court. The first set between the Dolphins saw the teams trade points, but ultimately the Mustangs surrendered the first set,

last game against Calera which is a non-region game. Although it seems that the season is to end on Friday, there is still plenty of young talent littered through the roster that could turn things around next year.

HOLTVILLE: Holtville squeaked into the playoffs after a massive round win against Marbury last week. Cur-

FOUR DOWNS

Last week, Elmore County beat Sylacuaga, 37-7; Chilton County lost to Spain Park, 37-6.

Elmore County’s defense allows 15.6 points per game.

Chilton County’s defense allows 34.4 points per game.

Chilton County leads in all-time matchups against Elmore County, 2-1.

broken the single-season tackle record. In nine games, Walker has accumulated 143 total tackles, 28 for a loss and 10 sacks.

“He’s the standard,” Woods said. “If everyone looks around we got a couple guys in that group who are all at that standard, but if we had to send one guy out to represent the team, win or lose, I think it would be almost unanimous. Our defensive end, Ethan Bailey, actually has broken the sack record this season. It’d be between those two guys. But Kelby is the guy. I mean, he is leading. He is the tip of the spear of our football team.”

25-23. Following the first set, the Dolphins put their foot on the gas and separated themselves in the next two, besting the Mustangs 25-16 and 25-12.

Although Stanhope Elmore didn’t punch its ticket to the state tournament, there was still plenty to be happy about. It not only won its area over rival Wetumpka, but it also acquired a regional win, proving the best is yet to come for Stanhope Elmore this next season.

“We’ve made a name for ourselves,” Freeny said. “We haven’t been looked at as a

rently, the team locked down the No. 4 seed in 5A Region 4, with Elmore County, Beauregard and Clay Central above them. Holtville’s first-round matchup pits it up against Montgomery Catholic, an undefeated squad that sits ranked as the No. 1 team in all of 5A football. Although the team faces a formidable foe in the first round this is the eighth consecutive season

Wetumpka faces off against Demopolis in the final game of the season, Walker will look to lead the defense to another impressive showing while also furthering an already impressive season to new heights.

“It doesn’t matter, it’s whoever, whenever, anytime, anywhere, and we’re going to show up to play our standard of football,” Woods said. “Kelby would be the first one to tell you that he’s ready for this week. We ain’t worried about anything after this Friday. We are living right now to prepare for Demopolis, which is a fantastic team.”

volleyball school, like somebody that has a good team. Now we’ve established that, and now we’ve set the bar high enough where other teams now know what to expect. They know what to reach for. They can’t settle for second anymore. Now that we’ve been this high, that means we’ve got to keep pushing.”

There is plenty of youth on the Mustangs’ squad from this season that will return to the lineup next year. Freeny took it upon herself to bring some of the girls on the JV team to

Hotlville has made the playoffs.

EDGEWOOD: The Edgewood football team was unable to reach the playoffs this year after going 0-4 in region play in 2024. The team struggled to get things done on both sides of the ball this year averaging only a little over 16 points per game on offense and allowing 26.8 points per

Montgomery to experience the environment, so if they eventually make it back they know what to expect.

“Even bringing some of our JV players so that they could have a chance to come out here and even just experience this because when you walk into here, it’s like you’re awestruck at what’s going on,” Freeney said. “It’s easy to lose focus, they know now what’s going to go on as they get older and they progress into varsity, they’re going to know what they’re going to have to look forward to.”

game on defense. Edgewood has one final game to end the regular season on a high note against For Dale Academy which sits at 7-2 on the year.

REELTOWN: Reeltown was crowned region champs for the third consecutive year after going perfect in region play. After dropping the first game of the season against T.R.

Miller, Reeltown has won the past eight games by significant margins. The defense pitched four shutouts and the offense scored over 40 points in five of its games. Reeltown’s opponent has not been determined yet, but more than likely it will extend its season to another possible state championship berth as one of the best teams in all of Class 2A.

Wetumpka ends the regular season against a talented Demopolis team on the road.

SIX IN A ROW

Edgewood volleyball celebrates another state championship

The Edgewood volleyball team wins its sixth straight state championship over Hooper last Tuesday. Edgewood won all three sets en route to victory.

Photos by Cliff Williams/ TPI

Commission honors Daugherty at his last meeting

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

Elmore County commissioner Mack Daugherty’s time on the Elmore County Commission is up. He chose to retire and spend time with his family after nine years on the commission.

At Monday's meeting, Daugherty thanked his family and friends for giving him the opportunity to serve on the commission and the Elmore County staff for aiding him along the way. His fellow commissioners and even a former one all looked up to Daugherty.

Troy Stubbs was elected to the commission in 2016. Daugherty was already there and pointed to Stubbs to serve as chair. But Stubbs called

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on Daugherty to be vicechair.

“He had the right demeanor, was a leader and understood the value of Elmore County,” Stubbs said. “He was an expert in areas I was not, especially in law enforcement.”

Daugherty is retired law enforcement. He and Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin responded to numerous calls together especially near Lake Martin. Franklin is always looking for more employees, both deputies and reserve deputies. Franklin spoke at the meeting hoping to recruit the retiring commissioner to his staff.

Franklin brought Daugherty a badge and Elmore County Sheriff’s Office apparel so Daugherty could start immediately if

on it occasionally is healthy. I should specify that I don’t celebrate Dia de los Muertos; I just partake in All Saints’ Day, All Souls’ Day and secular Halloween.

But back to death. In Bell Hooks’ All About Love, she has a chapter completely dedicated to death and grieving. She argues we use death as a means to justify the need for increased security and protection. We wall ourselves up over the inevitable.

Obviously, we shouldn’t actively seek death, but death isn’t solely bad and it isn’t solely good either. We get trapped in a lot of black and white thinking when it comes to life and death. But there’s pain in both just as there is love in both.

“When I was a little girl, our mother talked with ease about the possibility of death,” Hooks writes. “... I am continually surprised when friends, and strangers, act as though any talk of death is a sign of pessimism or morbidity. Death is among us. To see it always and only as a negative subject is to lose sight of its power to enhance every moment.”

Due to all our anxieties around death,

he wanted.

Daugherty didn’t give an answer, just grinned and said, “Thank you.”

Santuck Volunteer Fire Department chief

Tommy Sanford asked Daugherty if he still had his turn out gear from his days on the fire truck.

Sanford recalled serving with Daugherty on fire scenes when the soon-tobe retired commissioner volunteered with the fire department in Kowaliga.

Everyone who spoke said they became close friends of Daugherty and he never spoke ill of anyone, including political opponents. Commissioner-elect Brad Davis previously ran against Daugherty in 2020 and Franklin asked the retiring commissioner about the man at the time.

I like to use Halloween as a time to see death in a neutral light and use it as a guide as to how I want to live. Religiously, it lines up well because after Halloween comes All Saints’ Day, where we honor and acknowledge all the people who have done wondrous things in God’s name, and after that is All Souls’ Day, where we honor all those who have passed before us.

And I’m not saying I’m on saintly status by any means, but the saints in Catholicism are built-in role models. Generally, people can find a saint that parallels their own life experience and use them as a source of strength to bring them closer to God.

I get that not all Christian denominations are for the saints, and that’s fair. But regardless of your religion, take this time to reflect. Remember we are all connected even when we don’t see it — that’s part of the magic.

And maybe there is more to this holiday than just candy, costumes and ghouls but that’s pretty fun too. So, let’s light those jack-o’-lanterns and make this a spook-filled Halloween with many memories to cherish.

Abigail Murphy is the Dadeville beat reporter for Tallapoosa Publishers Inc.

“(Davis) is a great guy, a family man,” Franklin recalled Daugherty saying before the last election.

Franklin said Daugherty never said anything bad about anyone.

Elmore County chief operations officer Richie Beyer said Daugherty has been a part of some Elmore County’s biggest decisions such as approving 17 Springs, proposing sharing a portion of the internet sales tax with education, fighting for ARP funding for Eclectic and Tallassee for water and sewer projects and improving 240 miles of county roads.

“You always hear what he has done but not from him,” Faulkner said.

Davis, of Tallassee, is taking Daugherty’s position on the commission

and will be sworn in Nov. 13. Also at Monday’s meeting, the commission approved two property transactions.

It voted to sell 0.27 acres adjacent to Ware Road to Herron Family Farms above market value. The property is near a current Elmore County voting house and aids the farm in accessing nearby property.

The commission purchased 6.37 acres from Daxw Properties adjacent to Minnie Knight Road for less than market value.

The county currently has an easement to use the property for debris from storms.

The commission voted to honor Operation Greenlight, highlighting veterans and their needs when

they return home. The commission has approved the resolution in the past and hung banners marking the occasion. But the commission also said it wanted to install a large flag on the side of the Historic Elmore County Courthouse for the month of November.

IN OTHER ACTION THE ELMORE COUNTY COMMISSION:

• Approved minutes of the Oct. 15 meeting.

• Approved a memorandum of warrants totaling $3,487,156.81 for Oct. 5 to Oct. 18.

The next meeting of the Elmore County Commission is scheduled for 10 a.m. Nov. 13.

The Elmore County EDA has hosted the Unity Breakfast in the past as an annual event. Director Lisa VanWagner brought it back this year to remind everyone that great things are happening in Elmore County such as 17 Springs, the quality of life projects across the county and small business growth.

Ledbetter said of people in Elmore County. “You don’t wait on somebody, you go fix your neighbor’s problems.”

Ledbetter noted it’s been going for years but was especially highlighted following the January 2019 tornado that struck Wetumpka. The legislator also noted Elmore County has been successful in finding partnerships.

“I get excited when I hear about people working together,” Ledbetter said. “There is growth here and 17 Springs is just the start of it.”

Ledbetter said the talk at the state level is everyone is asking about how Elmore County is bringing so many partners together working together to pull off large projects. He said it reminds him of partnerships that have pulled off $1 billion in work at the Mobile port making it the fastest growing port on the East coast.

Ledbetter said partnerships have helped build Alabama into the No. 1 automobile exporting state in the country, No. 2 in the country in agriculture and No. 1 in building commercial airliners and No. 5 at producing ships.

think you’ve seen growth in our state the past few years, you ain’t seen nothing yet if we stay on the trajectory we’re on, you ain’t seen nothing yet.”

Elmore County commissioner Bart Mercer welcomed those in attendance to the breakfast. He noticed attendees were movers and shakers in Elmore County and the River Region.

“It hit me what these people have been involved in,” Mercer said. “Something is going on in Elmore County. It’s just a lot easier to be a part of the team this day and time in Elmore County than it is to not be part of the team.”

Mercer noted more than 75% of those in attendance at the breakfast were involved in the county commission, economic development, education or Elmore County municipalities.

The Elmore County EDA has hosted the Unity Breakfast in the past as an annual event. Director Lisa VanWagner brought it back this year to remind everyone that great things are happening in Elmore County such as 17 Springs, the quality of life projects across the county and small business growth.

“The public private partnership that we’re showing we’ve done over the last two years in our state are making a difference,” Ledbetter said. “If you

“When we work together we are better,” VanWagner said. “As evidenced by the Speaker of the House, Elmore County is becoming the gold standard in the state in unifying partners for the common purpose of making Elmore County better.”

Cooper Freeman recorded 11 total tackles agains t Abbeville.

FOUR DOWNS

NEXT UP: Elmore County at Charles Henderson.

STANHOPE ELMORE (4-5)

VS. CALERA (3-6)

THE PLAYERS:

RB Arthur McQueen has 204 carries for 1,791 rushing yards and 21 TDs. …

RB Demarrian Barnes has 99 carries for 680 yards and 3 TDs. … Kamran Anderson leads the team with 14 sacks on the year.

CALERA: QB Antorious Johnson has completed 172 of 289 pass attempts for 2,554 pass attempts throwing 16 TDs and 10 INTs. … WR KD Young has 38 catches for 500 yards and 2 TDs. …

RB Demetrius Davis has 85 carries for 476 rushing yards and 8 TDs.

FOUR DOWNS

Last week, Stanhope lost to Wetumpka; 27-13; Calera lost to Helena, 49-21.

Stanhope averages 344.7 rushing yards per game.

Calera’s defense allows 38.5 points per game on defense. Stanhope leads in all-time matchups against Calera, 3-1.

EDGEWOOD ACADEMY (3-5)

VS. FORT DALE ACADEMY (7-2)

THE PLAYERS

EDGEWOOD: Last week, QB Brock Whitt passed for 167 yards and 4 TDs. … WR Grayson Jones has four catches for 136 yards and 2 TD passes. …

Last week, Edgewood beat Abbeville, 33-14; Fort Dale beat Wilcox Academy

Edgewood’s defense averages 28.6 points allowed per game.

Fort Dale is on a three-game win streak.

Edgewood leads in all-time matchups against Fort Dale, 12-10.

TALL ASSEE (6-2) VS. HOLTVILLE (4-5) THE PLAYERS: TALLASSEE: WR Jordan King has been the leader in the passing attack for the Tigers. … QB Trent Morris is an athletic quarterback that can use his legs and his arm. … RB Tiny Green has been a dominant back for the Tigers all season.

HOLTVILLE: Last week, RB Daishaun Zeigler rushed for 104 yards and 2 TDs. … WR Elijah Handley acculated 80 receiving yards and 1 TDs. … DL Arkevious Turner finished the game with 2 sacks.

FOUR DOWNS

Last week, Tallassee beat Talladega, 48-7; Holtville beat Marbury, 28-0. Tallassee has won five-straight games.

Holtville averages 17.8 points per game on offense.

Tallassee leads in all-time matchups against Holtville, 31-4-1. NEXT UP: Tallassee hosts Mobile Christian; Holtville at Montgomery Catholic.

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARIAN K. NIXON, DECEASED CASE NO. 2024-279 NOTICE OF FILING OF WILL FOR PROBATE TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF: CECIL LITTLE, deceased, ANNETTE LITTLE, deceased, DORA LITTLE, deceased, WOODROW LITTLE, deceased, ANNIE LOU LITTLE EDWARDS, deceased, BARNEY NEAL LITTLE, deceased, OTIS FRANKLIN LITTLE, deceased, and DAWSON LITTLE CAVER, deceased., AND TO: ANY OTHER UNKNOWN NEXT OF KIN OF MARIAN K. NIXON, DECEASED, AND TO: ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTY YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on October 11, 2024, a certain paper in writing purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of MARIAN K. NIXON, deCourt of Elmore County, Alabama by MIRANDA STINSON, Petitioner, requesting that such Last Will and Testament be admitted to Probate and Record and that the Petitioner be named as Personal Representative of such Estate. This notice of Filing of Will for Probate is given to you as a next-of-kin of MARIAN K. NIXON or as an interested party. Unless an objection to admission to Probate and Record of such Last Will and Testament is submitted by you in writing to this Court within ten (10) days oftice, the Court will proceed with considering such Petition without further notice to you.

JOHN THORNTON JUDGE OF PROBATE ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA Name and Address of Attorney for Petitioner: D. JASON BRITT STONE & BRITT, LLC 114 S MAIN ST P O BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520 Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024 2024-279 PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Francinta D. Blocton, married, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Guild Mortgage Company LLC, on April 29, 2022, said mortgage recordof Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in Book 2022 Page 30292; the undersigned Guild

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g Mortgage Company 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 December 19, 2024, 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 23, according to the Plat of Redland Ridge Subdivision Plat No. County, Alabama, in Plat Book 26 at Page 40.. Property street address for informational purposes: 67 Watkins Glen Drive , 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, 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 property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand 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) 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 next business day at the Law 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. Guild Mortgage Company LLC, (“Transferee”) Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., 2501 20th Place South, Suite 300, Homewood, AL 35223 www.tblaw.com TB File Number: 24-08676-GM-AL

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 24-08676-GM-AL PUBLIC NOTICE

The following will be auctioned off by J&J Towing 334-558-1595 on 11-27-24

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Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23 and 30, 2024 AV/12 TOYOTA PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID

The City of Wetumpka will accept sealed bids for HVAC maintenance services.

A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting will be held on November 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the City of Wetumpka Administrative Building at 408 South Main Street, Wetumpka, Alabama 36092.

Bids will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Wetumpka until November 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the City Administrative Building, 408 S. Main St., and then publicly opened and read aloud. For additional information, contact Chappell Brown, Public Works Director, 334-567-1328. The right is reserved as the interest of the City may require to reject any and all bids or to accept bids for trouble calls only.

Bids must be submitted on the standard form furnished by the City of Wetumpka.

Envelope containing bids must be sealed, marked, addressed as follows and delivered or mailed to Tiffany Robinson, City Clerk, City of Wetumpka, P.O. Box 1180, 408 South Main Street, Wetumpka, Alabama 36092. Envelope must be marked “HVAC MAINTENANCE PROGRAM”. Jerry Willis, Mayor Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, 2024 BIDS/HVAC PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA JUSTIN SLADE YOUNG, PLAINTIFF, CASE NO.: 29-CV-2024-900267 V.

PARCEL 1 Commence at a stone at the NE corner of Section 23, T19N ,R18E, Elmore County, Alabama; thence S 02° 09’ 00” E, along the east line of Section 23, 665.29 feet to an iron pin; thence S 89° 46’ 50” W, 982.15 feet to an iron pin; thence S 02° 09’ 00” E, 454.28 feet to an iron pin on the west right of way of County Road No. 667, Old U.S.

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y Highway 231, 66’ R.O.W., said point being the point of beginning; thence leaving said right of way, N 88° 41’ 32” W, 74.31 feet to an iron pin; thence S 51° 47’ 35” W, 304.7 feet to an iron pin; thence N 00° 36’ 43” W, 210.14 feet to an iron pin; thence N 89° 23’ 17” E, 300.00 feet to an iron pin on the west right of way of the aforementioned road; thence S 31° 00’ 41” E, along said right of way, 31.00 feet to the point of beginning. The above-described property lies in the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 23, T19N, R18E, Elmore County, Alabama, and contains 0.69 acres, more or less.

PARCEL 2 Commence at a stone at the NE corner of Section 23, T19N, R18E, Elmore County, Alabama; thence S02°09’00”E, along the east line of Section 23, 665.29 feet to an iron pin; thence S89°46’50”W, 982.15 feet to an iron pin; thence S02°09’00”E, 454.28 feet to an iron pin on the west right of way of County Road No. 667, Old U.S. Highway 231, 66’ R.O.W., said point being the point of beginning; thence leaving said right of way, S01°12’58”E, 211.03 feet to an iron pin; thence N87°41’51”W, 321.54 feet to an iron pin, thence N00°19’13”E, 16.44 feet to an iron pin; thence N51°47’35”E, 304.70 feet to an iron pin; thence S88°41’32”E, 74.31 feet to the point of beginning. The above-described property lies in the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 23, 19N, R18E, Elmore County, Alabama, And contains 1.00 acres, more or less, and contains church Property as shown on Pearson Plat No, 1 (revised), as recorded inbate, Elmore County, Alabama, in Plat Book 8 at Page 99. AND STATE OF ALABAMA Department of Revenue Defendant BILL CRUMPTON and WENDY CRUMPTON, Defendants

Plaintiff in the above-styled to Foreclose on Tax Lien Redemption Rights and Quiet Title against the above-styled Defendants for unimproved land located in Wetumpka, Alabama, 13-06-23-0-001-009.003, and fully described above. Answers to the pleadings relevant to this proceeding must legible copies of same with Michael Dozier, Circuit Clerk, P.O. Box 310, Wetumpka, Alabama231, Wetumpka, AL 36092, 1st s/ Michael Dozier Michael Dozier Circuit Clerk, Elmore Co., AL Plaintiff’s Attorney: Of Counsel Wetumpka, AL 36093 (334)478-3196 Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13, and 20, 2024 29-CV-2024-900267

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA DIANE BOLES, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-244 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of LINDA DIANE BOLES, deceased, having been granted to ROBERT EUGENE BOLES on October 17, 2024 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. ROBERT EUGENE BOLES ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA DIANE BOLES, DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: ED PARISH, JR. THE PARISH LAW FIRM PO BOX 52 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101-0052 323 ADAMS AVE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-263-0003

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 EST/BOLES, L. PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell for cash, at an ONLINE public auction on Friday ,November, the 14th 2024, at 9:00am 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.

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Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 STORAGE AUCTION

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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA JUSTIN SLADE YOUNG, PLAINTIFF, CASE NO.: 29-CV-2024-900268.00 V. A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH, RANGE 20 EAST, ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: TO LOCATE THE POINT OF BEGINNING COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, THENCE S87°55’51 “E AND ON THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF THE SAID NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEASTER QUARTER, 342.86 FEET TO THE NORTH POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE S87°55’51’E AND ON SAID NORTH BOUNDARY, 383.13 FEET; THENCE S10°02’11”W, 0.39 FEET; THENCE N89°02’49”W, 163.41 FEET; THENCE S17°41’02”W, 43.59 FEET; THENCE S22°44’58”E, 45.19 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH RIGHTOF-WAY OF MT. HEBRON ROAD (ELMORE ) COUNTY ROAD NO. 80); THENCE S71°18’44”W AND ON SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY, 232.34 FEET; THENCE N01°12’42”W, 169.19 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 0.64 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. AND PAULINE THERESA FALLON Defendant Justin Slade Young, the named Plaintiff in the above-styled to Foreclose on Tax Lien ReTitle against the above-styleddress 7999 HOLTVILLE ROAD, WETUMPKA, AL 36092, also 08-28-0-000-005.001, and fully described above.chael Dozier, Circuit Clerk, P.O.cated in the Elmore County Jus/ Michael Dozier Michael Dozier Circuit Clerk, Elmore Co., AL Plaintiff’s Attorney: Justiss & Henderson Of Counsel 4031 US HWY 231 (334)478-3196

Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13,and 20, 2024 29-CV-2024-900268

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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT EDWIN BROWN, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-283 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of ROBERT EDWIN BROWN, deceased, having been granted to JAMES EDWIN BROWN on October 23, 2024 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 EDWIN BROWN ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT EDWIN BROWN, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: MITCHELL E. GAVIN ATTORNEY AT LAW 1258 LEE STREET P O BOX 248 ALEXANDER CITY, ALABAMA 35011 256-329-2211 megavin@bellsouth.net

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024 EST/BROWN, R.

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PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Default having being made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that

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WHEREIS” BASIS, SUBJECT TO ANY EASEMENTS, ENCUMBRANCES, AND EXCEPTIONS REFLECTED IN THE MORTGAGE AND THOSE CONTAINED IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF THE COUNTY WHERE THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED PROPERTY IS SITUATED. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESS 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 property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by mortgage as well as the expenses of foreclosure, including a reasonable attorney’s fees and other purposes set out in said mortgage. U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as owner trustee for RCF 2 EBO Trust Paul K. Lavelle, Esq. Attorney for Mortgagee Spina, & Lavelle, P.C. One Perimeter Park SouthSuite 400N Birmingham, Alabama 35243 (205) 298-1800 37-FC-24-01137 Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, 2024 37-FC-24-01137 PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Annie E Armstrong, to United States of America, acting through the Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, on May 27, 1987, said mortgage being recorded in the of Elmore County, Alabama, on May 27, 1987 at Book Roll 65, of America, acting through the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service (RHS), formerly Farmers Home Administration, the cur-

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rent holder, 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 Elmore County Courthouse, in Wetumpka, Alduring the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Begin at the Northeast Corner of the Northwest Quarter, Section 11, Township 19 North, Range 19 East, Elmore Coun-

pin set on the West side of a gravel road, this being the point

West along said section line

thence run Northwesterly along

The above described land conand is located in the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 19 North, Range 19 East, Elmore

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“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 ofbama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the properhelp persons avoid or delay theney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as part of the is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as successful bidder must tender

form of a wire transfer, bank or credit union’s cashier’s check, reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amountee/Transferee shall return the bid amount to the successful purchaser and the Mortgagee/ Transferee shall not be liable to reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be only entitled to a return of the deposit and bid Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit is purchase price against the expenses of sale and indebtedness secured subject to postponement or United States of America, acting through the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service (RHS), formerly Farmers Home Administration (“Transferee”)

Wetumpka Herald: AL22744 PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BETTY JO CAWTHON, DECEASED CASE NO. 2024-286 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said decedent having been granted to DONNA J. POEPPELMEIER as Personal Representative on the 25 th day of October, 2024, 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.

DONNA J. POEPPELMEIER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF BETTY JO CAWTHON, DECEASED.

Name and Address of Attorney: Regina B. Edwards, Esq.

The Law Firm of Edwards & Edwards, P.C. 109 E. Bridge Street Wetumpka, AL 36092

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024 EST/CAWTHON B. PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF WETUMPKA RIVER TOWN CENTER PLAT NO. 1 LINE DRIVE WEST EXTENSION WETUMPKA, ALABAMA

The city clerk of the City of Wetumpka will receive bids for City of Wetumpka River Town Center Plat No. 1 Line Drive West Extension, Wetumpka, Alabama, until November 12,

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, 2024, at 1:00 PM, at which time and place bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the City Council Chambers, City of Wetumpka, Alabama, 408 South Main Street, Wetumpka, Alabama.

5% of bid (maximum-$10,000) made payable to the City of Wetumpka must accompany each bid as evidence of good faith. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved.

The Project will include: New curb & gutter, sidewalk, storm drain & inlet structures, full depth asphalt, 24,000 CY of borrow excavation and water main extension on Line Drive West NOTE: All item bids are complete in place. The Contract documents consisting of the Advertisement foreral Conditions, Supplementaltice of Award, Notice to Proceed, Drawings, Plans, Specassociated documents may be at 535 Herron Street, Montgomthe City Engineer, City of Wetumpka. Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained

535 Herron Street, Montgomery, Alabama upon payment of $ 150.00 for each set. Upon returning the Contract Documents promptly and in good condition following the bid, $ 75.00 will be All bidders must comply with the requirements of the Contractor’s Licensing Law of the State the type of work for which a proposal is submitted. that he must provide the information necessary to show evidence of license before an award is made. The Contractor may include the following information with his bid: Name of Company, Address of Company, Telephone Number of Company, Company Contact Person, Contractor’s Current Li-

The City of Wetumpka is re-son-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, § 31-13-1 et seq. of Code of Alabama 1975 (Act No. 2011-535), subsequently all bidders are re-davit stating they are enrolled in the E-Verify Program with their sealed bid proposals (form will be included in the project specNo bidder may withdraw his bid within 30 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. The successful bidder will be allowed 100 days to complete this project. The City of Wetumpka, in acCivil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252.42 U.S.C.2000D to 2000D4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A. OfNondiscrimination in Federally assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such act, here-

contract entered into this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved.

Mayor Jerry Willis 408 South Main Street Wetumpka, AL 36092

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 16, 23 and 30, 2024 BIDS PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JIMMIE VANN GIBBS, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-280 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JIMMIE VANN GIBBS, deceased, having been granted to NAOMI GIBBS MCMILLIAN on October 17, 2024 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.

NAOMI GIBBS MCMILLIAN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JIMMIE VANN GIBBS, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JOHN B. BRADLEY VOGEL LAW FIRM, LLC 41 CAMBRIDGE COURT WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36093 334-409-0088

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 EST/GIBBS, J. PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF REUBEN DOUGLAS HALL, JR., DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-248 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

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Letters of Administration over the Estate of REUBEN DOUGLAS HALL, JR., deceased, having been granted to BRYAN C. HALL on October 22, 2024 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.

BRYAN C. HALL

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF REUBEN DOUGLAS HALL, JR., DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: JOHN B. BRADLEY VOGEL LAW FIRM, LLC 41 CAMBRIDGE COURT WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36093 334-409-0088

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024 EST/HALL, R. JR. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES FRANKLIN HEDRICK, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-276 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of JAMES FRANKLIN HEDRICK, deceased, having been granted to JAMIE H. NOAH on October 7, 2024 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.

JAMIE H. NOAH

ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES FRANKLIN HEDRICK, DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: GERALD A. DANIEL, JR.

LAW OFFICE OF GA DANIEL, JR. LLC PO BOX 638 MILLBROOK, ALABAMA 36054 334-285-9444 Jerry@GADanielLaw.com

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 EST/HEDRICK, J. PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARY E. HINES, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-260 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of MARY E. HINES, deceased, having been granted to HENRY R. HINES, JR. on October 24, 2024 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.

HENRY R. HINES, JR. PER-

SONAL REPRESENTATIVE

OF THE ESTATE OF MARY E. HINES, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JEFFREY J. COURTNEY ATTORNEY AT LAW PO BOX 100 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092

334-567-2545

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024 EST/HINES, M. PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA ANN STEWART POLLARD, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-285 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of PATRICIA ANN STEWART POLLARD, deceased, having been granted to HAROLD BRYAN MCDONALD on October 22, 2024 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.

HAROLD BRYAN MCDONALD PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF PA-

TRICIA ANN STEWART POLLARD, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: D. JASON BRITT

STONE & BRITT, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST PO BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024

EST/POLLARD P. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GERALDINE P. PORTER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-281 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

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Letters Testamentary in the Estate of GERALDINE P. PORTER, deceased, having been granted to EDYTH E. STARLING on October 17, 2024 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.

EDYTH E. STARLING

PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF GERALDINE P. PORTER, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for such

Personal Representative: JOHN B. BRADLEY VOGEL LAW FIRM, LLC 41 CAMBRIDGE COURT WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36093 334-409-0088

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 EST/PORTER, G. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JOE SESSIONS, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-278 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of BOBBY JOE SESSIONS, deceased, having been granted to ROBERT WAYNE SESSIONS on October 18, 2024 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.

ROBERT WAYNE SESSIONS

PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JOE SESSIONS, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for

Personal Representative: KELLY LEE ATTORNEY AT LAW 164 WEST 5TH STREET PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36067 334-358-0685 kellylee@kellyleelaw.com

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 EST/SESSIONS, B.

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2024-277 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT LEE SHIPPEY, DECEASED

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of ROBERT LEE SHIPPEY, deceased, having been granted to ROBERT A. SHIPPEY on the 8th day of October 2024 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.

ROBERT A. SHIPPEY

PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT LEE SHIPPEY, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for such

Personal Representative: D. JASON BRITT STONE & BRITT, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST PO BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 16, 23 and 30, 2024 EST/SHIPPEY, R. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN FRANK TURNER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-261 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of JOHN FRANK TURNER, deceased, having been granted to ED PARISH, JR. on October 17, 2024 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.

ED PARISH, JR. ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN FRANK TURNER, DECEASED

Name and Address of Adminis-

trator: ED PARISH, JR. THE PARISH LAW FIRM PO BOX 52 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101-0052 323 ADAMS AVE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-263-0003 Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 EST/TURNER J.

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PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by HILDA J. PRIESTER, A SINGLE WOMAN, to SUPERIOR BANK, N.A. on MAY 12, 2011, said mortgage being recorded in the OfELMORE County, Alabama, at RPLY 2011 PAGE 20597 AND MODIFIED BY THAT AGREEMENT DATED SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 AND RECORDED AT RLPY 2022, PAGE 54145, the undersigned CADENCE BANK FKA BANCORPSOUTH BANK AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CADENCE BANK N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO SUPERIOR BANK, N.A., as mortgagee (or 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, at the entrance of the Courthouse of ELMORE County, Alabama, on NOVEMBER 26, 2024, between the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate situated in ELMORE County, Alabama, to wit: LOT NUMBER THIRTEEN, IN BLOCK NUMBER THREE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF BLUE RIDGE ESTATES PLAT “A”, AS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA, IN PLAT BOOK 4, AT PAGE 8 Subject to all zoning, easements, restrictions, restrictive covenants and reservations appearing of record. Said sale will also be made subject to any Federal Tax Liens, Ad Valorem Real Estate Taxes and<\\>or Special Assessments of any nature, if any, which might adversely affect the title to the property. The property is being sold “as is, where is”. Said property is sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use, enjoyment or condition. The mortgagee or transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. All bidders will be required to execute a bidding agreement prior to sale. Copies of the bidding agreement may be obtained prior to the sale. The successful bidder will be required to pay the bid amount at the time Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand 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 attorneys fees and expenses of foreclosure. This sale is subject to cancellation or postponement. CADENCE BANK FKA BANCORPSOUTH BANK AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CADENCE BANK N.A. AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO SUPERIOR BANK, N.A., Mortgagee-Transferee

Leonard N. Math Chambless Math Carr, P.C. P.O. Box 230759 Montgomery, Alabama 36123-0759 334-272-2230

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 FC/PRIESTER PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell for cash, at an ONLINE public auction on Tuesday, November 12th, 2024, 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

733: Gerald Stroud. 3446 Blue Ridge Circle, Montgomery, AL 36110

Contents: Trailer, totes, wood pieces, clothes

859: Bradley Johnson.408 N Pine Street, Wetumpka, AL 36092ing poles

630: Donna Sumner-Hovey. 1253 Shady Trails, Wetumpka, AL 36092

Contents: totes, desk, boxes, computer

543: David Garner. 19 Windsong Loop, Wetumpka, AL 36093

Contents: totes, boxes, recliner, mattress

208: Barbara Rigsby. 661 Stone Gate Trail, Wetumpka, AL 36093 Contents: Boxes, grill, clothes, totes, dresser Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 STORAGE AUCTION PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ALABAMA PROCLAMATION BY THE GOVERNOR

WHEREAS the Alabama Legislature at its 2024 Regular Session enacted Act No. 2024-301 (HB302), proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Ala-

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bama of 2022; WHEREAS, in conformity with Section 284 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, as amended, the Legislature has orderedtors of the state upon such proposed amendment; and WHEREAS notice of this election, together with the proposed amendment, is required by law to be given by proclamation of the Governor, which shall be published once a week for at least four successive weeks immediately preceding the day appointed for the election; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kay Ivey, as Governor of the State of Alabama, do hereby give notice, direct, and proclaim that on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, an election will be held in the State of Alabama in the manner and form provided by law upon the following proposed amendment to the Constitution of 2022 of the State of Alabama: AMENDMENT PROPOSED BY ACT NO. 2024-301 (a) All sixteenth section and indemnity school land that is owned in fee simple by the Franklin County School System, is located in Fayette County and Walker County, and is for the exclusive use of schools in the Franklin County School System is vested in the

all proceeds realized from the sale, lease, or other disposition of the land or the sale of timber, minerals, or other natural resource of the land ocamendment, and held in trust by the State of Alabama, shall continue to be held in trust, and any proceeds and interest derived from those transactions shall be paid to the Franklin County Board of Education. FURTHER, I proclaim and direct that this proclamation shall be published once a week for the four successive weeks immediately preceding Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in every county as required by law.

Wetumpka Herald: Oct. 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2024 OCTOBER AMENDMENT PUBLIC NOTICE

ORDINANCE NO. 2024 - 12 AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR AND REGULATE MOBILE FOOD UNITS WITHIN THE CITY OF WETUMPKA

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE City Council of the City of Wetumpka, Alabama, as follows: Section 1 Chapter 22 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wetumpka is hereby amended to add the following: Article VII. Mobile Food Units

The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: • City means City of Wetumpka, Alabama.

• Business Day means the hours of operation from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. • Designated Vending Sitesignated by this ordinance. See Sec. 22-164-1-e. Food(s) means any type of edible substance meant for human consumption.

3. Type of mobile food unit applicant is seeking to operate within the city, a description thereof, and a requirement that a photograph of such mobile food unit be submitted to the city along with the application; or beverage to be sold; 5. A copy of the applicant’s insurance policy or binder;

6. The applicant’s signature. In the event that further information is needed by the city to make a determination on an application submitted, the cityrequired to be provided by supplementation after application is made.

c. The applicant shall fully complete the Permit application and, together with the application, submit to the city’s revenue state issued driver’s license, card, U.S. passport, or foreign passport with U.S. Visa cer-

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all required and current health department approvals for such copy of a current city business are collectively referred to herein as the “Application Docu-

the applicant shall pay to the Department a non-refundable of administering this Article.

e. Upon receipt of the fully completed Application Documents, authorized representative shall review the application.

f. Upon approval of the Application Documents, the revenue the applicant. The Permit shall show the name and address of the Permittee, the photograph of the mobile food unit and the date of Permit expiration. Any denial of a Permit application shall be in accordance with

4. Denial of Permit A Permit, as provided in this Article, may be denied for any of the following reasons:

a. An investigation reveals that provided inaccurate information on the application;

b. The applicant fails to provide proof of possession of any license or permit which, under federal, state, or local law or regulations, the applicant is required to have in order to conduct the proposed business;

c. The applicant fails to provide proof of possession of any license or permit which, under federal, state, or local law or regulations, the applicant is required to have in order to conduct the proposed business;

d. There is no proof as to the authority of the applicant to serve

e. Failure by the applicant to provide all information required by Permit application.

f. Failure to obtain, pay in full, and maintain a city business license. The denial and the reasons for Permit denial shall be noted on the application form, and the writing of the Permit application denial. Notice shall be mailed to the applicant at the address designated for notices pursuant to this Article as shown on the application form.

5. Posting of Permit and Business License The mobile food unit’s Permit and city business license shall be posted in a visible location on the mobile food unit at all times while in operation.

6. Permit Non-transferable Each Permit issued is non-transor operator and applies to only

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p ppy one mobile food unit. A sepa-

rate Permit shall be required for each additional mobile food unit. 7. Revocation of Permit The Fire Chief, Chief of Po-

suspend or revoke any Permit issued under this Article for just cause or in the interest of public safety, for any of the following reasons:

• Any violation of this Article;

• Conviction by Permittee of any crime involving moral turpitude;

• Operating a mobile food unit in such a manner as to create a public nuisance, constitute a breach of the peace, or endanger the health, safety, or general

• Any violation by the Permittee of any provision of this Code or any statute of the state relating to the business for which the Permit is issued.

a. The conditions hereinabove set forth as grounds for the revocation of a Permit shall also constitute grounds for the City to refuse to renew a Permit.

b. The decision to permanently suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew any Permit issued under this Article may be appealed to the City Council. There is no right to appeal from temporary suspension of a Permit under this Article. Any Permittee aggrieved by a Permit permanent suspension, revocation, or any applicant aggrieved by the refusal to renew a Permit shall with the City Clerk within seven the issuance of the permanent suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew a Permit. While an appeal is pending, the Permit holder may continue to operate under the Permit unless

inspector determines that the Permit should be suspended pending the outcome of the appeal in order to protect the welfare or to prevent damage to or destruction of public property.

c. After receiving the appeal, the City Council shall set a time within a reasonable time thereafter for a hearing on the matter.

A written notice of such hearing Permittee in writing at least one said hearing. At the hearing, the City Council shall hear evidence offered by any party and evidence that may be presented bearing upon the question of suspension, revocation, or the refusal of renewal, as the case may be.

d. A permit holder shall acquire or the provisions of this section. Any rights granted hereunder, in whole or in part, are subject to appeal or amendment, at any mobile food unit operators shall comply in all respects with all ap-

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pyp p plicable ordinances, rules, and regulations of any kind as they exist or are hereafter adopted or amended, including without limitation, those pertaining to the manufacture, preparation, display, and service of foods, confections, and beverages,tion and licensing of mobile food units in general. Except as otherwise may be provided by law, no mobile food truck operator shall acquire any grandfather rights current law, rule or practice. Food preparation will be regulated by the Elmore County Health Department.

No mobile food unit operator alter public property or infrastructures in any public place pursuant to a Permit issued under the provisions of this Section. Sec. 22-164. Standards and Requirements for Mobile Food Unit Operation.

(a) Location of Mobile Food Unit; Other Requirements.

1. All mobile food units must be within the City’s Designated Vending Sites. Mobile food units shall not be operated in such a way as to block or otherwise obstruct any motor vehistreet, sidewalk, public way, or public place. Access to adjacent buildings or uses shall not be impeded.

2. Mobile food units must be approved by the Fire Marshall or his designee prior to such operation.

3. Mobile food units must be located a minimum distance ofcombustible material.

4. All mobile food units must meet the minimum required -

5.

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Holley set to retire from county school board

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

The Elmore County Board of Education said goodbye to member Joey Holley, who is retiring at the end of this term

In a meeting set in his alma mater, Elmore County High School, the board thanked Holley for his 15 years of service. The remaining six members all spoke of the professionalism Holley brought to the board.

“The greatest thing that I've learned from him when it comes to the students is every student matters,” board chair David Jones said.

“It doesn't matter where you come from. It doesn't matter who you are. Every student matters. He stands in the gap for them.”

Holley is the only board member still serving who was on the board of education when Michael Morgan was elected. He said Holley served as a mentor.

“He's dedicated and passionate about serving the students of Elmore County,” Morgan said. “He loves this community.”

Morgan said Holley has been to many things Eclectic over the years and served not only the students of his community but across Elmore County.

“I think the world of you and learned an awful lot from you,” Morgan said. “I think one of the things I'm most thankful for is the friendship I developed with you and that won't go anywhere.”

Boardmember Brian Ward got to know Holley when Ward was attending board meetings and lobbying for a middle school in the Redland community.

“Since I've been on the board, you've meant a lot to me,” Ward said.

“We've spent many evenings after conferences just sitting down and talking about personal things, struggles in life

— sometimes things not so important, but you were always there.”

Bill Meyers is the newest member of the Elmore County Board of Education. He hasn’t had long to get to know Holley but knew he had the right intentions.

“One of the first words I heard him say, he mentioned the

Season turnaround

Elmore County comes one game shy of state

By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter

Elmore County volleyball rode into its 16th consecutive AHSAA 5A Regional volleyball tournament appearance last week in Montgomery.

The Panthers knew what they were walking into Thursday. Despite walking into a loud environment that caused some teams to become overwhelmed, the same could not be said for the Panthers who know what it takes to be successful in regionals. However, there were still some nerves considering what was at stake.

“(The girls) still get nervous; I still get nervous; we all still get nervous,” ECHS coach Kim Moncrief said. “But it does help to come here and play; they've seen it before. The underclassmen of most, most of them, have come on this journey, and they see what it's like. They see the crowd. They know it's going to be loud. They know about the sport-court and the sport-court rules because that's a little bit different than playing in a wide-open gym.”

Elmore County kicked off the tournament against Citronelle in the first round of the tournament. Even though the team has been plagued with slow starts through the season, it did not seem that way in the first set where Elmore County dominated, 25-15.

However, Citronelle fought back in the second set ultimately taking the win, 26-24. Elmore County responded by dominating the next two sets, 25-13 and 25-17, punching its ticket to the second round of the tournament. The outside hitters of Allyson Orr, Isabella Fuller, Addison Hicks and Lalah Cullpepper provided the kick Elmore County needed to advance.

“It took us a few minutes to get warmed up,” Moncrief said. “We still

are going to need to play a little bit better in the next round to move on, but they did what they needed to do to get the job done. I think we'll come back in the second game a lot stronger.”

Elmore County was originally supposed to kick off the second round against Demopolis at 2:45 p.m., but due to the tournament being delayed the team did not take the court for warmups until 6 p.m.

The break between matches proved to be costly for the Panthers. Even though they kept it close in the first set, they ultimately fell, 25-23. The second proved to be much the same with the Tigers getting the upper hand at 25-15.

Despite surrendering two consecutive sets, Elmore County would not go down without a fight. The third set was a constant back and forth between, where the final score went into additional points with Demopolis capping it off with a 30-28 victory.

“Our girls have an incredible amount of fight and I knew they were going to play to the last point and they did,” Moncrief said. “I mean, for the third set to go to 30, I couldn't ask for more than that; they just battled hard.”

Even with the season ending the way it did, Elmore County is consistently one of the top teams in Class 5A. The team has won the area title for 15 straight seasons and made it to regionals 16 times in a row. While Elmore County does lose some valuable pieces in seniors Orr, Addilyn Tierce, Kennedy Robinson and Elizabeth Lyons, the rest of the team was full of juniors and sophomores who played a key role in the success this season.

The Panthers will spend the offseason refining their skills in pursuit to continue their streak of area titles and regional appearances.

church,” Meyers said. “That went a long way with me. We have some tough decisions to make and those kind of things, and we know where all the discernment comes from.”

Sitting in the old Elmore County High School auditorium, Holley gave a few remarks, thanking those who

spoke so highly of him just moments before. He thanked his mentors and those who served on the board with him.

“I appreciate the school here,” Holley said. “It has educated three generations of my family. It's been really good. It's been good for us.”

Holley and his wife

Tracy have seen a lot of changes over the years, including additions to the schools in Eclectic and plans for a new high school added to the capital plan.

“We have a lot of good things here and across the county,” Holley said. “But the biggest shining star is our students.”

Dog, puppies rescued from downtown Eclectic

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

One dog many have seen in downtown Eclectic has been rescued — along with six 2-week old puppies. Lake Martin Animal Rescue owner Jennie Zinn has had her eye on the dog for a while. It’s now a rescue she and her 11-year-old daughter will remember for a lifetime.

Zinn had spotted the dog with an intact male about two months ago. She was able to catch him and get the now-neutered male adopted. Next was the shy female. It’s an animal Zinn has seen for more than three years roaming all of Eclectic, staying most recently around the pecan grove and sheds near downtown.

“We couldn’t catch her,” Zinn said. “We thought she was likely pregnant. On Friday before the cotton fest she was spotted. Then Sunday after she was spotted again.”

This time the female dog was lighter. Zinn spent about two weeks using a trap with food like a kennel nearby. She wasn’t ready to trap the mother dog just yet because the puppies were located in a tight crawl space Zinn couldn’t get to.

“They were too far back in the shed and it was too narrow,” Zinn said. “It was going to take somebody really small to go under there.”

Zinn’s daughter Abigail volunteered to go in the tight space to get the puppies after the mother was captured.

“It was quite the ordeal,” Zinn said. “It was kind of scary because she was under this old building, but I was very proud of her because she was overcoming some fears of spiders and possible snakes and all that stuff.”

Zinn said Town of Eclectic employees took

notice of the operation and helped out. They were also joined by Paige Kyser Morrow. Abigail crawled in as far as she could go.

“There was like a little assembly line,” Zinn said.

“Abigail was handing under the crack, one puppy at a time. Then Paige would take the puppy from her, and then pass it to one of the guys who had the crate and would put each puppy in the crate. It kept going from there until all of them were out.”

Zinn said ideally the mother and puppies will be placed together with the currently two week old puppies until they get older.

“Our goal to start with is to find a rescue or foster that is experienced with dealing with Mama and puppies,” Zinn said. “That would be our first goal. ”

Zinn said the mother needs a good bit of social-

ization since it has been on its own for years.

“We want her to be in a nice foster home, somewhere where they can spend time with her,” Zinn said.

The next option is to separate mother and puppies but that is the last resort.

After the mother is finished nursing, Zinn said she would be spayed to prevent future litters.

It’s part of the mission of the Lake Martin Animal Rescue. Zinn is also always fundraising to care for neglected animals in Coosa, Elmore and Tallapoosa counties.

“Right now we are planning our biggest fundraiser in February,” Zinn said. “It will be a formal called Furball at the Mitchell House in Dadeville.” The event includes live music from Blackberry Breeze and live and silent auctions.

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Elmore County’s Addisyn Stephenson (12) spikes the ball against Demopolis.

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Jennie Zinn, front, poses with Paige Kyser Morrow, left, Zinn’s daughter Abigail and two employees from the Town of Eclectic. They rescued a dog and puppies from under a building near the pecan grove in downtown Eclectic.

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Elmore County Board of Education member Joey Holley unwraps an etched glass piece thanking him for 15 years of service to the students of Elmore County.