$75K bond granted to corrections officer charged with murder
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Holtville High School basketball coach arrested
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ment of Corrections officer has been granted bond in a case involving the murder of an Elmore Correctional Facility inmate.
Demarcus Sanders was granted a $75,000 bond
A virtual teacher at Elmore County School’s Edge program has been arrested and charged with school employee distributing obscene material to a student.
Tuesday morning by Elmore County District Judge Glenn Goggans; Sanders posted
Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin said Emmanuel Andre Wilson II, 32, of Montgomery turned himself into authorities Tuesday afternoon.
bond that afternoon and was released according to Elmore County Jail records. Sanders’ attorney Michael Griggs argued Sanders deserved bond because he had no prior criminal history, was a decorated veteran and currently serves for the Ala -
bama National Guard. Griggs said Sanders was not a flight risk nor a risk to the public.
Wilson was the head basketball coach at Holtville High School and was placed on administrative leave Jan. 13 according to Elmore County Schools superintendent Richard Dennis.
“We had a report,” Dennis said. “We had a preliminary
The state sought a $75,000 bond.
investigation and handed it off to the appropriate authorities. He was also placed on administrative leave at that time.”
“I understand with new bond schedules it could be $1.5 million,” District Attorney C.J. Robinson said. “The conversation started and it dwindled to $75,000. We were trying to compare it to some other cases we had. I thought $50,000 was low.”
Dennis said school officials follow the same procedure when administrators receive a report of allegations against school staff and employees.
“Once we hand it over, we know very little about what is going on,” Dennis said. “We cooperate with authorities if necessary.”
attendance is an indication people want to get back together and have these opportunities to see each
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Franklin said investigators with the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office have the alleged vic
Sanders’ arrest warrant states he gave inmates Fredrick Gooden and Stefranio Hampton access to inmate Rubyn James Murray.
years of his life in a correctional facility — not in a uniform but in a jumpsuit.”
“It was a situation where a guard encountered trouble with an inmate earlier,” Robinson said. “[Sanders] made the decision to give inmates access to that room. I’m not saying he didn’t make a bad decision. I’m not saying it might not cost him many
tim’s phone. Authorities collected Wilson’s phone as well. “You could see a conversation between the two,” Franklin said. “Mr. Wilson is going to contend someone had the security code to his phone and he was not responsible. There is other information we can’t disclose now but I don’t think it’s beneficial to Mr. Wilson.”
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Wilson was released on a $6,000 bond 90 minutes after turning himself in according to the Elmore County Jail website.
Murray was taken to a holding cell following the incident to get medical treatment after Gooden and Hampton allegedly beat Murray. Robinson said he is unsure if the holding cell had video.
Dennis said Wilson also coached other sports at Holtville schools including being the head track coach and assistant football coach.
“I hope so,” Robinson said.
Dennis said other staff would fill in for the duties of Wilson at Holtville while he is on administrative leave.
A man convicted of murder in Montgomery County escaped from an Alabama Department of Corrections prison in Elmore County on Monday. Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is offering a reward for information leading to his capture.
Police continue investigation, man no longer suspected
Jordan Andrew Thomas, 30, was reported as escaped from Staton
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Correctional Facility in Elmore by ADOC Monday morning. According to ADOC, Thomas is 5-feet-8 inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. He also has several tattoos. He was last seen wearing brown pants and a brown shirt. Thomas is serving
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Police are still investigating the fatal shooting in the Wetumpka Walmart parking lot on Jan. 20.
Sheriff’s department makes child abuse arrest
Police were dispatched to the parking lot around 10:45 p.m. for a “shots fired” call. Once there, they found Centell Winston, 42 of Tallassee, dead of a gunshot wound in the driver seat of his vehicle.
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According to Wetumpka police chief Greg Benton, this was not a random shooting.
An Elmore County man has been arrested for allegedly pointing a shotgun to the head of a 16-year-old.
“This was not random, not a random act,” said Benton. “We believe the victim and the perpetrator knew each other.”
This is the first homicide in Wetumpka in over three years. The last homicide in the city took place in 2018.
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The Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals (AASSP) named Holtville High School principal Kyle Futral the 2022 Alabama High School Prin cipal of the Year. The High School Principal of the Year award was presented to Futral on Friday, Jan. 28 during a schoolwide assembly at Holtville High School. Elmore County Su perintendent Richard Dennis was in attendance for the presentation.
Wesley Roger Weldon Sr., 42, of Tallassee, was arrested Tuesday and charged with aggravated child abuse by the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office. “He got irate and got a shotgun with two Double 00 buckshot shells, racked one in and pointed it to the 16-year-old boy’s head,” Elmore County sheriff Bill Franklin said. “He said something to
“It’s not a good way to start out the new year,” said Benton.
Benton didn’t want to speculate on the
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Holtville’s Futral Alabama principal of the year
Textbooks approved for new diesel mechanic program
lence. By collaborating with staff, many of the school’s issues were identified and addressed. Futral’s couraging, supporting, organizing and challenging the staff and stu dents, caused the school culture to
“Kyle Futral is an exception al principal and is very proac tive and innovative in his think ing and approaches to managing his school,” Dennis said, As principal of Holtville High School, Futral has transformed the school culture from that of a rale, achievement and attendance
shift in a positive direction. The school experienced a 62 percent decrease in discipline referrals, 50 percent decrease in chronic absenteeism, 7 percent increase in the graduation rate, 33 percent increase in CCR rate and a 20 percent increase in ACT proficiency in the last five years.
ty Board of Education
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Diesel mechanics is the newest program to be offered at the Elmore County Technical Center, and it’s coming this school year.
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special called meeting Friday morning, the hire of an instructor and purchase of books was approved specifically for the new program. The new instructor
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Tuesday officially marked the end of the summer for Wetumpka students as well as those around Elmore County as it was the first day of school. Whether it was smiling faces or sleepy ones, the students were back roaming the halls and heading for their classrooms early Tuesday morning. See more photos from Elmore County Schools on Page A8.
Humane Society of Elmore County News
Little animal doesn’t mean little responsibility
While 98% of our intakes are dogs and cats, we do take in small pets like rabbits, guinea pigs,
ferrets, hamsters, mice, rats, gerbils, birds and more.
In far too many cases these are brought to us by a parent when a child is tired of the pet or has quit taking care of it adequately. Because many of these pets were purchased to teach a child responsibility, we have to wonder what kind of lesson is being taught to these children when the solution is getting rid of that pet.
Of course, we would agree turning the pet into a shelter or re-homing it is a better solution than for the pet to be ignored, not cared for or discarded in an inhumane manner.
Teaching responsibility is a good thing, but when a living thing is involved, parents have a moral obligation to ensure that creature is well cared for at all times. Sadly, far too many of these pets die before their time from mishandling or when a child loses interest and does not provide the proper care for that animal. While mice
and hamsters may live only a year or two, guinea pigs can live five to seven years and many birds can live 15-20 years or more.
Because these little critters live mostly in cages, they are completely dependent on their human caretaker for proper care and nutrition.
It is also important to do your homework before acquiring these pets.
Many of these animals are fairly cheap to purchase, but proper caging can be pricey and there will be continual expenses for their bedding and food requirements. Far too many small pets live in cages that are actually way too small for them which makes routine cleaning and free exercise much more critical. While many dietary needs can be met with commercial foods, some species require fresh vegetables or vitamin/mineral supplements to keep them healthy.
And knowing the sexes of the animals you purchase is especially important if you get more
than one. They all tend to reproduce quite prolifically and you can quickly be overrun with babies none of your neighbors will want and no store will buy back.
Doing a bit of homework prior to purchasing a pet can help you decide if you want to make the commitment it will take to keep that animal happy and healthy. Probably the easiest way to do some research is by using the power of the internet.
By simply typing in the animal species into a search engine like Google, you can find every bit of information you could possibly need to help you decide if a hamster or guinea pig, fish or bird, dog or cat, or even a horse or pot-bellied pig is the right pet for your family and your child.
Another idea is to have your child do the research and explain to you all he or she will have to do to care for that pet. Then you can assess your child’s willingness to be committed to that
pet for the long haul. Before getting the actual pet, try setting up a makeshift cage with a fake version of that pet and oversee your child’s care of it for a couple weeks. The fun usually wears off in just a few weeks, so it’s best to be able to not only save some money, but only have to throw away a cardboard box and fake pet rather than figuring out what to do with a live animal and all of its accessories.
Having these little pets can be quite interesting and rewarding, but please think ahead because they deserve to be loved and well-cared for their entire lives. And if you do decide to add one of these pets to your family, check with your local shelter first as it might have some in need of loving and lifetime homes.
Rea Cord is the executive director of the Humane Society of Elmore County.
Hadley is a 6-year-old female Lab mix who weighs about 60 pounds. She was adopted from the Humane Society of Elmore County and was very loved but came back when a family member developed allergies. Hadley is the perfect lady; she is good with children, dogs and cats. She is house- and cratetrained. She knows sit and down commands, is laid back and just wants to be with her family.
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 participating veterinarian. If you are interested in meeting Cola 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 334-567-3377 and the website is www.elmorehumane.org.
Pet of the Week Hadley
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If images of lush trees and flowers come to mind as the Wetumpka High School Pride of the Tribe Marching Band opens its halftime show this year, then it’s a goal accomplished for the band.. Starting with Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World,” it should get the crowd into the mood of this year’s performance. Band
director Jason Warnix said the fanfare of an Armstrong favorite is one of several songs to take the crowd through the “Elements.”
“We started with a show called ‘Elemental’ until the Disney movie ‘Elemental’ came out,” Warnix said. “I’m looking at renaming it right now. All of the music has to do with a different element. It is the idea of a different element. You have the four elements earth, fire, water and sky.”
Following Armstrong will be “Mr. Blue Sky” by Electric Light Orchestra, “Girl on Fire” by Alicia Keys, “Country Roads” by John Denver and finally “November Rain” by Guns and Roses. The music is customized for the Pride of the Tribe.
“We have an arranger who does all of our brass and woodwind parts,” Warnix said. “I write all the percussion and the drill.”
Last year, band students helped in the halftime show selection process. This year’s show was handpicked by Warnix. He said the music is new to many students but even some of the old songs, the students know including “November Rain.”
“It is not necessarily mainstream,” Warnix said.
“It is an epic rock ballad but they just were not familiar with it like the other songs.
‘Mr. Blue Sky,’ they are very familiar with. It was featured in a ‘Guardians of the Galaxy' movie.”
Warnix said the students didn’t know the Louis Armstrong selection but were familiar with the Keys and Denver tracks. But there is balance in selecting music for the show.
“We need to come up with a variety that will appeal to the kids but also entertain the crowd,” Warnix said. “You have such variety in your football crowd, you have to reach as many as you can.”
Warnix said the band started preparing four weeks before school started, at first
learning the music then adding in the drill to create the moving show on the field. Band camp started July 10 with fours of music rehearsal the first week, six hours of rehearsal the second week and eight hours the third week.
“Band camp is all about preparing the halftime show,” Warnix said. “There is just not enough time when the school year starts to do that. That is why we do band camp.”
Some bands are just the marching variety. Shows by others are almost theatrical productions. Warnix said the Pride of the Tribe isn’t theatrical in its production but has evolved from a completely traditional show in the last few years. The band has started to involve frames with visual graphics to supplement the ideas of the show. The screens also provide a place to hide equipment only used in part of the show by the color guard and majorettes.
Warnix said he doesn’t foresee the band getting too much further in large productions beyond students playing music and marching.
“We are not into putting Eiffel Towers and TV
screens on the field,” Warnix said. “Our philosophy here is we are focused more on the music and marching than props.”
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For three weeks the band participated in at least four hours of music rehearsals and practice putting in drills for the show.
‘The Sound of Freedom’ in Florida
In the hit movie “The Sound of Freedom,” former federal agent
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Tim Ballard was asked why he’s trying to rescue kids from human trafficking.
“‘Cause God’s children are not for sale,” Ballard replies.
It turns out child trafficking has gone on much further back in history, before Ballard’s time. It can even be traced back to the times before the Civil War. Yet some would have us believe there was some value to child trafficking (slavery) back in those days and how it is taught in school today, now a point of contention even in the 2024 presidential election.
Thankfully, modern-day children in Florida are taught child trafficking practices in the early to mid1800s were generally a bad policy. But it turns out the middle school kids in the Sunshine State are about to get a new lesson on child trafficking of the past in the South.
“The controversial part is in this ‘benchmark clarification’ about slave labor: ‘Instruction includes how slaves developed skills which, in some instances, could be applied for their personal benefit,’” writes PolitiFact, published by the Poynter Institute.
I doubt any filmgoer watching that successful Christian film “The Sound of Freedom” would conclude that kids who were victims of child trafficking today could develop skills which, in some instances, could be applied for their personal benefit, any more than they would get from slavery in the 1800s.
Since slavery, as well as child trafficking, is typically for life, except for a lucky few who were freed or escaped, it is hard to think of how such skills would be of much personal benefit, especially due to the lack of compensation for one’s labors.
And “the Tampa Bay Times found that some of the people listed by the working group were not enslaved when they developed these skills or were freed at a young age. For example, Booker T. Washington, who was enslaved until he was 9, worked in mines and as a houseboy before entering school and later becoming a teacher,” writes PolitiFact.
I doubt Booker T. Washington was the only child trafficking victim.
The issue of child trafficking in the past has even made its way into presidential politics in the 2024 election. Several candidates for president as well as members of Congress have been critical of the practices of slavery back then, what we would call child trafficking today.
These include South Carolina GOP Senator Tim Scott, a presidential candidate, as well as former Congressman Will Hurd of Texas.
You also have Byron Donalds, a MAGA Congressman for Florida and Rep. John James of Michigan, all of whom slammed the educational curriculum that tries to note some possible benefits of such practices. As Sen. Scott said “‘Slavery was really about separating families, about mutilating humans and even raping their wives. It was just devastating,’ he added. ‘Slavery has no redeeming benefit, no redeeming value. There’s no silver lining in slavery,’ he told the podcast. ‘The fact is very clear that what slavery was about was the antithetical to who we are as Americans. We founded this nation upon the notion of freedom. Slavery is the deprivation of freedom.’”
Yet he and other Republicans on this list were criticized for speaking out against such practices. You could say the same thing about child trafficking as you would about slavery. In fact, there’s evidence children were dragged away from their parents at slave auctions with families never to see each other again. Who knows what horrors and indignities they faced in those days of child trafficking.
Let’s do our best to stop child trafficking today, and not make the same mistakes about it as we did in the past about slavery.
John A. Tures is a professor of political science at LaGrange College in LaGrange, Georgia. His views are his own. He can be reached at jtures@lagrange.edu. His Twitter account is JohnTures2.
Last week, I outlined the first part of daughter Danielle’s graduation wish: a road trip to Iowa.
Southerners think we have the market cornered on hospitality. While it may be true we have sweet tea and the Yankees don’t, there is something really special about Midwesterners. They are nice.
In fact, while we were spending six days in Iowa City, we learned it’s called “Iowa Nice.”
When we left off in last week’s column, we had played in Peoria and worked our way over to Iowa City, home of the University of Iowa and Danielle’s friend from a church camp the year prior.
We visited the Stanley Museum of Art, which was one of the largest collections of artwork I’ve ever seen in person. We also went to the old Iowa State Capitol, which is now part of the University of Iowa campus. There were so many things I never knew about the area, particularly the history of the Native Americans who once inhabited that part of what is now the United States.
Our travels also took us to the
Devonian Fossil Gorge, a true wonder of archaeology revealing the ancient remains of an ocean floor from 375 million years ago. Another stop was the Wilson Apple Orchard, set on 88 acres of a beautiful valley that looked like it should have been on a postcard. Part of our journey included visiting churches and cathedrals. We attended services at St. Wenceslas Catholic Church in Iowa City – yes, the good king Wenceslas of Christmas carol fame. We also attended the 160-year-old St. Mary’s Catholic Church, which was the home parish for Danielle’s friend and his family. Interestingly, in a sign of a completely different time in American history, the Irish citizens sat on the side of the building which featured St. Patrick’s statue, while the German people sat on the side featuring a statue of St. Boniface.
This tradition did not seem to be in effect during our visit, however. I think the place that kept me learning and entertained the most had to have been the University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, located on campus. Open since 1858, it is the second oldest museum in the United States west of the Mississippi River. There were so many wonderful displays; I felt like our traveling party was moving too quickly – I wanted to read and study each display! This place is highly recommended if you ever travel to Iowa City.
As a family, we also spent some time with Danielle’s friend and his family, which was a really great experience as well.
On our last day, we went out to the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum. It is set out on a beautiful rolling prairie that looked like it came out of … well, “Little House on the Prairie.” Admittedly, I knew little about President Hoover, especially compared to our Illinois travels to the Presidential Museum and Tomb of President Abraham Lincoln.
I was sure in for a pleasant surprise
the effect of telling them that, if you talk you will leave here in a body bag.”
The incident report for Weldon’s arrest was filed with the Elmore County District Court. It said Weldon confronted the child.
“The victim and defendant got into a verbal altercation,” the arrest affidavit stated. “The defendant then started physically assaulting the victim with a closed fit. The victim [was then] in the kitchen and the defendant came in and threw a jar of pickles at the victim. [Weldon] then threw [the victim] across the kitchen and held him to the floor and started hitting him.”
The child escaped Weldon but the incident continued as the shotgun was put to the child’s face.
Franklin said there were three other children in the home and an adult who gave very similar statements about the incident.
“Lots of times there are differences in [stories] but they are all saying the same thing,” Franklin said. “That
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Franklin said deputies had been to Weldon’s home previously for welfare checks.
“It has been in reference to calls and complaints we have received,” Franklin said.
Court documents state Elmore County deputies were conducting a welfare check in July and approached with caution.
“Due to the possibility of firearms and Weldon’s history, deputies knocked on the side of the residence instead of the door and announced sheriff’s office,” the record states. “Weldon opened the door and immediately became hostile with deputies cussing them. He then stated, ‘Y’all are about to start something that y’all don’t want to.’”
Deputies asked about the child and Weldon continued to curse at law enforcement. Weldon tried to return to his home and attempted to push a deputy out of the way.
“He was told he was under arrest for disorderly conduct,” the court record stated. “Weldon continued
as we learned Hoover was more than just the president who presided over the beginning of the Great Depression. He was orphaned by the age of 10 and became a self-made man working as a miner. He worked his way up to owning his own prospecting and mining business, traveling the world and becoming one of the wealthiest men on the planet.
But when World War I broke out, he literally gave away his fortune to feed the hungry and homeless across Europe. His humanitarianism made him a celebrity and he was asked to be a part of not one, but two presidential cabinets during the 1920s. By 1928, he was ready to run for president himself and won.
to resist by closing his hands and pulling them to his chest. Deputies assisted Weldon to the ground. He still refused to give his hands up.”
The record stated a Tazer was used and Weldon then complied.
“[The juvenile] then ran out the front door of the residence severely upset stating please don’t let him hurt me,” the record stated.
Franklin said the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office receives all sorts of calls on a daily basis but this call was significant.
“We don’t get many calls like that though,” Franklin said. “We get domestic violence calls every day. But we don’t get many domestic violence calls that are this aggravated.”
Franklin said Weldon had a first appearance hearing Thursday where Elmore County District Court Judge Glenn Goggans ordered Weldon held without bond until at least a future hearing.
“I’m sure the Anaih’s Law will kick in at some point possibly,” Franklin said.
However, he was in office only a few months before the stock market crashed, plunging the world into a Great Depression. Hoover was powerless to turn things around and carried the blame for the financial crises of the early 1930s.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt replaced Hoover and was elected for four terms.
An embittered Hoover retreated from public life for a while but re-emerged during World War II when he was recruited by President Harry Truman to lead another global effort to feed the hungry.
As our time in Iowa City drew to a close, we made plans to travel the full state of Missouri from top to bottom –but more on that later.
Michael Bird is a music teacher at Tallassee High School.
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“Video is some of the best evidence you can have in a case.”
Robinson said he has not yet seen the case file as the department of corrections hasn’t forwarded it to him yet. He said there have been several conversations between his office and the department.
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arrests were pending but ADOC officials said in a statement last week it was possible.
Goggans said Gooden and Hampton need a first appearance hearing to make sure they understand they can ask for a preliminary hearing, and he didn’t understand why the inmates weren’t in court yet.
Robinson said there were safety concerns because Sanders is being held at the Elmore County Jail.
“Officials didn’t
251-7867) or download the P3-tips app. Callers are asked to make sure they receive a Tip ID and password in order to answer potential followup questions with investigators.
want the inmates here today with [Sanders],” Robinson said. “They didn’t want them to be in the same vicinity. In their case bond isn’t an issue because they are currently serving prison sentences.”
According to court records, Gooden has arrests and convictions going back decades. Hampton, 35, is currently serving a life sentence for a first-degree robbery conviction in Montgomery County. They are both being held by ADOC.
The conditions of Sanders’ bond include surrendering his passport if he had one, making all court appearances and not getting into any trouble especially with law enforcement. Goggans said he wasn’t inclined to allow Sanders permission to leave the state, even if ordered by the Alabama National Guard.
“I don’t know what that will do to your situation there,” Goggans said.
was one of 16 new hires, 10 transfers, one leave of absence and eight resignations approved by the board — the last before students appear on campus Tuesday for the first day of school. The board also learned of changes to the custodial contract with Jini King. The changes eliminate contractors in school buildings overnight. Instead more personnel will be added during the day in overlapping shifts. Cleaning contractors will be present as school administrators are on campus and finish by early evening.
Elmore County Schools Chief Finance Officer Jason Mann said pay is being increased for substitutes in support roles. He said the move was necessary to encourage more substitutes.
The next meeting of the Elmore County Board of Education is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15.
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All the schools in Elmore County are back in session.
Wetumpka Elementary School welcomed back students Tuesday morning. Teachers and staff were quick to get their students back in the routine, reminding them how to walk quietly in lines down hallways and where locations of the lunchroom, bathrooms and office were.
Coosada and Holtville Elementary schools saw routine return too.
At Redland Elementary School the faculty aided kindergarten students through a scavenger hunt through the school to learn locations of the office, the principal, nurse and the lunchroom at the sametime learning their names.
Eclectic Elementary School also welcomed students back. Some students were dropped off by parents and others by bus.
No injuries as plane crashes in Wetumpka
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
An out-of-state pilot is counting his blessings after a plane crash landing last week.
An experimental plane made a landing attempt in a field at the intersection of U.S. Highway 231 and Jasmine Hill Road.
“He was trying to find a place to glide it in and came over this,” Wetumpka fire chief Greg Willis said. “He hit one time and bounced. He got enough speed off and just nosed it over.”
He said it appears the plane lost power and the pilot sought places to safely land.
Willis described the original flight path of east to west and upon seeing the grass field just west of the intersection in south Wetumpka
started scrubbing speed. Flightaware lists the plane as a 1993 Long Charles Jackson Avid Flyer owned by Tyler Hodge of Wimaua, Florida. It has a Bombardier Rotax engine and was up to date on licenses. The website listed the plane as a two seater.
The website said the plane left Tampa, Florida at 6:50 a.m. Eastern time and was scheduled to land in Montgomery at 1:25 p.m. It was scheduled to make several stops.
The plane’s landing gear was crushed but the body and wings appeared intact.
The Wetumpka police and fire departments, the Elmore County EMA and Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis responded. Willis said the NTSB was en route to investigate the crash.
Chamber’s Women’s Summit later this month
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Leading women will speak at the second Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce Women’s Summit on Aug. 31.
The chamber is hoping the lineup of speakers and networking will change lives, especially for women.
“This year's event promises to be a transformative experience, bringing together a diverse and dynamic group of women from the region, all united by their shared passion for empowerment, growth and success,” chamber membership and marketing director Andrew Stieb said. “The theme of this year's summit is ‘GRIT,’ which represents the tenacity, resilience and unwavering determination that lie at the core of every successful woman's journey.”
The chamber said attendees will have an opportunity to connect with others while learning and getting inspired.
Speakers include sportscaster and motivational speaker Rachel Baribeau, TED Talker and author LaVern Toombs, Ret. Air Force Col. Lori Rasmussen, WSFA reporter Bethany Davis, Alabama Power executive and community advocate Alexia Borden.
Stieb said the chamber is very pleased Baribeau and the others accepted invitations to this year’s
event at the Wetumpka Civic Center.
“As a trailblazing sports reporter, Baribeau made history as the first known female to participate in a professional football training camp,” Stieb said. “Her relentless pursuit of delivering an authentic account to her fans has earned her a prominent place in the sports industry, where she has delivered insightful commentary to millions of sports enthusiasts through numerous platforms.”
In 2016, Baribeau, penned a piece entitled, “College Football is Breaking My Heart.”
“The game she loved was becoming unrecognizable,” Stieb said. “Negative news stories dominated the game and no campus seemed immune. Most broadcasters would have left it at that. Not Rachel.”
Stieb said Baribeau developed the non-profit campaign “I'm Changing the Narrative” with student-athletes in mind and a belief that one crooked course made straight is everything.
In addition to speaking to conference attendees, Baribeau will speak with student-athletes in a special assembly at Wetumpka High School.
For more information about the GRIT Women's Summit, tickets, vendor and sponsorship opportunities visit www.wetumpkachamber.org or contact the Wetumpka Chamber at 334-567-4811.
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A plane that left Tampa, Florida Thursday morning made a crash landing in Wetumpka Thursday afternoon.The pilot walked away uninjured.
Same old song and dance
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I am not much of a soapbox guy. Most people who know me know this to be true. I am typically easygoing. I credit the grace of God for that fact above anything else. There is at least one thing that makes my blood boil, however. To me it is one of the most shining examples of what Tom Brokaw used to refer to as “The fleecing of America.” He offered that segment for several years when he was the anchor for NBC Nightly News.
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the segment to draw attention to gross indiscretions in the economic world of these United States. The segment engaged in investigative reporting as it should be. It did not pander to ridiculousness like so much of today’s news media does. I am certain we have all noticed the steady increase in gas prices over the summer months. We are all accustomed to it. Regardless of where gas prices are at any spring, Americans know prices will go up during summer months.
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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-
The petroleum industry has offered the same justification for decades. Summer gas, which is a different refinery blend, costs more to produce than winter gas. The industry has claimed for years that price increases in summer months are a necessary reality of their industry.
Consumers have offered a different justification. Summer means vacations for more folks than usual. More miles are driven for leisure in summer months than any other. It makes good business sense to raise prices when demand is higher.
My nuclear family has four licensed drivers. We have all observed our respective budgets have been pinched by higher gas prices. As a pastor in our community, I know requests for financial assistance increase every time
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gas prices go up. This relationship makes sense. People have to work. People need to have down time. Mass transit in our part of the country is virtually nonexistent. Anyone needing or wanting to travel any distance will need to buy gas to do so. None of these realities bother me. The laws of supply and demand are real. Public transportation, or the lack thereof, is a monumental issue to address. I get it. What does make my blood boil is the big three gasoline producers for the United States posted record profits in the second quarter of 2023 – $46.26 billion, to be more specific. That’s billion with a B. I have no issue with oil companies making a profit. That is all good and well in our
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free-market capitalism society. I have serious issues with the degree of profit they are enjoying.
Do oil companies not realize who is footing the bill for these ridiculous profit margins? Working folks are. Not only are gas prices fleecing working folk, higher gas prices mean higher costs for utilities, food, and basic resources needed for living across the board.
When is the threshold for corporate profit going to be reasonable? When will it stop being the vehicle transporting a very few to massive wealth while driving everyone else to the poor house? When is enough enough?
Rev. Jonathan Yarboro is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Wetumpka.
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Edgewood’s LeMaster ready for final season
athlete had 619 rushing yards and three touchdowns last season.
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
Edgewood Academy rising senior Gabe LeMaster made his mark across AISA last year, and now he’s ready for one final ride in the green and gold.
LeMaster, who is the Wildcats’ leading returner this year, was named the 2022 Elmore County Two-Way Player of the Year last season after shining all over the field.
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Anew era is officially underway in Millbrook.
The Stanhope Elmore football team, led by firstyear head coach Hunter Adams, hit the practice field for its first official practice of the 2023 football season. The Mustangs, who participated in a spring camp, had to wait a week later than other schools across the state that did not play in the spring.
Stanhope Elmore had to battle the temperatures as the heat index reached close to 110 degrees at practice time.
“It’s football season,” Adams said. “We talked about when we came out that the heat would be the adversity we faced. Our practice schedule was a little more in-depth than what we do in summer, so we had to handle that as well.”
Adams was happy with how his team looked in the first practice. He felt his defense outplayed his offense on the opening day, but the defense has a lot more experience returning.
He doesn’t feel like his team looked behind due to missing a week. In fact, his team ended up getting 10 practices and played in a game this spring so the Mustangs have played and practiced together more than most teams who start -
ed last week. The spring, along with the summer practices, has his team in a good spot.
“To me, it doesn’t matter if we started this week or last,” Adams said.
“We got five competition days in the summer and did really good OTAs this summer with teams like Auburn, Carver and Charles Henderson. I don’t feel like we missed anything not having that other week.”
While he was happy about being back out there, he and the team are used to practicing with the helmets and shorts. The Mustangs are ready to get into pads and are all ecstatic about Wednesday’s practice with shells.
Hunter’s team will not have many practice days in pads before the first game.
Stanhope Elmore opens the season Aug. 25 at Shades Valley and is looking for
He followed up last year’s impressive football season by helping the boys basketball team to a state championship and running track. Now with just over a week until Edgewood opens the season on the road against Fort Dale on Aug. 18, LeMaster is back to the sport he really loves.
“Football really is my life right now,” LeMaster said. “I live and breathe football and I’ve been waiting impatiently
to get back on the field. Even when I was playing basketball and running track, I was always thinking about football and trying to get back on the field. I love everything about it, especially the physicality and just tackling people. It feels so great to be back out here.”
LeMaster played a multitude of positions last year, mainly focusing on running back, wide receiver, cornerback and safety.
Moms prep to hit the field at Elmore County
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
The Elmore County football team is giving its moms a chance to learn the sport.
ECHS is hosting a Mom’s Clinic for the first time; it’ll be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday at Burt-Haynie Field.
ECHS coach Kyle Caldwell initially got the idea from Montgomery Catholic coach Kirk
Johnson, and he quickly liked the concept. During the one-hour clinic, the Panther moms will get acquainted with the sport and learn about the rules, plays, strategy and equipment in the process.
“Coach Johnson said his moms really enjoy it and have a great time,” Caldwell said. “We thought we would do something fun for our moms and let them have
Panthers ready for another postseason run
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
Just like it has each of the last 13 seasons, Elmore County’s volleyball team has reloaded and is looking for its 14th consecutive area championship. Elmore County lost 10 seniors, including seven who were named All-County at least once in their career, to graduation last season. Despite the loss of talent, ECHS coach Kim Moncrief is excited about this year’s team. The Panthers played play dates in Mobile and Montgomery, and they began practice Monday with the rest of the AHSAA. Now they have three weeks to get ready for their first game, an Aug. 24 showdown at home against Benjamin Russell.
“We’re really excited and ready to get started,” Moncrief said. “We’re counting down the days until that first game against Benjamin Russell. We’re getting ready to try and take care of business this year. I’ve been really impressed with who we have coming back this year, and I’m excited to see what they can do.” While 10 seniors left the
Elmore County’s Abbi Williams returns as one of the top players in the county this season. The versatile senior had 504 assists and 252 digs last season.
DALTON MIDDLETON | THE HERALD A Stanhope Elmore running back carries the ball.
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Stanhope Elmore quarterback Jacob Bryant attempts a pass in practice.
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He stood out in every position. At running back, he rushed 115 times for 619 yards and three touchdowns. At receiver, he had 24 catches for 594 yards and six touchdowns. On defense, he started the season at corner then transitioned to safety.
Playing at safety, he recorded a county-high six interceptions while breaking up 10 passes and recording 72 tackles and five tackles for loss. The mid-season move to safety proved to be quite beneficial for the Wildcats, as he helped hold three of Edgewood’s final six opponents to under 12 points. Edgewood went 6-6 and reached the semifinals of the AISA Class AA playoffs after upsetting Banks, 14-7, in the quarterfinals.
Banks had previously scored 47 points on Edgewood in the regular season when LeMaster was playing corner.
After proving they can win the big games late last season, LeMaster’s goals are higher.
“The big goal is always going to be to try and win a state championship,” LeMaster said. “For a personal goal, I just really want to get more yards and more tackles than I did last year. Really, I just want to be better than I was.”
Edgewood’s quest of playing for a state championship will begin one week earlier this season. Edgewood opens the season a week earlier than any other team in the county.
But Wildcat coach Chad Michael set up the schedule that way so he can have a bye week during the middle of the season and be well rested for the team’s final stretch.
The negative of scheduling the early week is Edgewood has one less week of practice than some other teams across the state. The Wildcats started practice July 31, which in total gives them 14 weekday practices before their first game.
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a small experience of what football is like.”
The moms that attend the clinic will have the chance to learn a lot.
He grabbed six interceptions a year ago, and his defense flew to the ball in all team drills Monday afternoon.
revenge for last season’s 20-13 loss. Stanhope went 4-6 last season but is looking to bounce back for a big year in AHSAA Class 6A, Region 2. The Mustangs return some playmakers on both sides of the ball, including defensive back DaShaun Caffee who has proven to be one of the best players in the state.
On offense, third-year starting quarterback Jacob Bryant returns to
They will learn how to put on pads and helmets, and they will be able to wear them around. After that, Caldwell said they will show the moms some drills and show them what an actual Elmore County football practice looks like.
program, a lot of talented players are still on the roster. One of those players is rising senior Abbi Wil-
lead the Mustangs but he will have a whole new receiving corps to work with. Nonetheless, the Mustangs are ready for Friday night lights.
“I don’t want to rush time away because you want to prepare, but it’s going to be a whole lot of fun,” Adams said. “I’m looking forward to what this group can do when everything comes together.”
It’ll be a shortened version of practice, but they’ll get a glimpse of the experience. Each mom will learn a simplified version of all the positions and we’ll learn how to play their kid’s positions.
liams, who served mostly as a setter last year but was one of the most versatile players in the county.
She recorded 504 assists, 103 service aces, 252 digs, 168 kills and eight blocks. She had a 93.5 service percent-
Caldwell isn’t sure if he’s going to let there be any contact, but said there’s a possibility he’ll let the moms tackle their sons.
age. Her play earned her All-County first-team honors, and Moncrief said she will be used in a different way this season.
With exceptional skill on defense, she will mostly take on a role in the back line and headline
“We haven’t decided on all the details yet, but I’m sure they’ll enjoy that if we let them tackle their sons,” Caldwell said. “Either way, it’s going to be a fun night and a new experience for both the moms and their sons.”
a talented defense for Elmore County. She will still be used on the right side of the offense, but the defensive looks to be her home for the Panthers.
“We really want to utilize her strengths, but we also want her to com-
In that time, Edgewood will look to get its new starters up to speed, including quarterback Ethan Evans.
The first-year quarterback will start for the Wildcats this year.
While he’s been with the team all summer during workouts and 7-on-7s, he has no game experience playing the position.
While the team does have less time, LeMaster isn’t worried too much about the situation. He knows his team is getting out every day and practicing as hard as possible.
“It’s definitely harder when you have a week less than normal,” LeMaster said. “You have to fill in one week with two weeks worth of practices, so you have to have the mindset and be ready to get to work when you get out here. We aren’t playing around when we get out here and we’re just trying to get better every single day.”
plement some of the other strengths we have on the court,” Moncrief said.
“She’s so versatile and it’s awesome to have her as a player on our team.”
Morgan Spear will also contribute to the team’s defense but mostly at the net. Spear played a big role last season and became one of the team’s top blockers in the process.
Moncrief said her team will be changing blocking schemes at the net, and Spear has been one of the ones to instantly adapt to the change this summer and become an outspoken leader. With her up front is Kaden Edwards, who is also a solid blocker.
One of the biggest returners for Elmore County actually didn’t even play last season.
Junior Ally Orr decided not to play for her sophomore season a year ago but was an All-County player during her freshman season in 2021.
She had 152 kills as a freshman outside hitter, and Moncrief said she is returning at the perfect time.
“We lost two really
good outside hitters, and Ally’s coming back at a good time,” Moncrief said.
“She’s very versatile in the way she can play both outside hitter and in the middle, and she will play both depending on what role we need her in more.
She’s just an athlete and understands the game, and it’s great to have her back out here.”
Elmore County has won 14 consecutive area championships under Moncrief and dominated last year’s area tournament.
In two games against Holtville and Marbury, Elmore County swept both matches, 3-0, and outscored the pair by a combined 150-54. No set score came closer than 25-13, and the Panthers are going to try and attempt to continue their run of dominance this season.
“Every year presents a new challenge with new players on the court and we don’t take anyone we play for granted,” Moncrief said. “We know that the competition is going to be there. We just have to come out and want it more than they do and not relax or get complacent.”
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A Stanhope Elmore defensive back celebrates after a pass breakup in practice.
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Wetumpka’s Vinson falls in knockout round of fishing tournament
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After a dominant showing in the qualifying round for Group
A at the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour Minn Kota Stage Seven at Saginaw Bay Presented by Suzuki, Wetumpka’s Greg Vinson fell just short in Saturday’s knockout round.
The top 40 fishermen advanced past the qualifying round, where Vinson finished first place, to Saturday’s knockout round. Only 10 of the 40 advanced to Sunday’s championship round, and Vinson was not among those this tournament.
Vinson finished 25th in the knockout round with a total weight of 14-06 with five total fish caught. He had a big catch of 3-08. Despite not advancing to the championship, he ended his tournament with a $10,000 payout for his Top 25 finish.
Vinson entered the knockout round after quite the impressive qualifying round. Participating in Group A, Vinson placed first across all 40 qualifying fishermen with a total weight of 37-04 across 10 fish, which was nearly four pounds heavier than the next closest competitor.
He separated himself on Day 1 of the tournament with a weight of 22 pounds and 6 ounces of smallmouth, so he changed his strategy on Day 2 of the qualifying round.
On Day 2, he caught a combination of both smallmouth and largemouth for a weight of 14-14, and he knew he had caught enough to carry himself into the knockout stage.
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DALTON MIDDLETON | THE HERALD The Holtville football team started fall practice last week. The Bulldogs are coming off a 3-8 season where they were eliminated in the first round of the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs. Holtville returns a multitude of skill players including All-State quarterback Keiland Baker and receiver Erik Atkins. Baker had over 2,000 total yards last year with 18 touchdowns. Atkins, his favorite target, had 28 catches for 480 yards and five touchdowns last year. The skill players will be complemented by an experienced offensive line that returns three starters.
“I had a lot of fun today,” Vinson told reporters after his qualifying round. “I was a bit worried this morning – I got to my starting area and I could see smallmouth swimming around, but they were in a bad mood and I couldn’t figure out how to make them bite. I got two in the boat, and then I finally caught a 3-12, and that got me up high enough where I could settle down and really look for the extra stuff. That turned out to be really valuable.
After settling in, Vinson was able to secure a limit of close to 14 pounds and knew that he would advance to the knockout stage.
“After I felt safe, I shifted gears and went fishing for largemouth,” Vinson said. “I feel good about what I found and know that I can jump on the largemouth deal if the smallmouth aren’t biting. I may not catch 18 or 20 pounds, but I know I can get a good bag of them.
Either that or I’ll have to mix and match and have some of both.”
Vinson boated seven bass throughout the day – five smallmouth and two largemouth. He caught his smallmouth drop-shotting a NetBait
STH Baitfule Flat Sided Shad. His afternoon largemouth came on an unnamed swimjig. Vinson credited his Seaguar line as being the key to his successful week.
“The most important thing so far has been my line,” Venson said. “I have so much confidence in that 10-pound (Seaguar) Gold Label (fluorocarbon) leader right now. It is super strong, and can really handle the smallmouth here. They are so strong – even the two-pounders here fight like they’re five-pounders. They’re so fast and can pop off really quick. But I’ve been fishing clean this week, and I really trust that 10-pound Gold Label leader. Paired with
the 15-pound Seaguar Smackdown for my main line, I’m so confident that the fish taht I catch will stay buttoned up.”
Wetumpka’s Greg Vinson fishes in the Bass Pro Tour Minn Kota Stage Seven in Michigan this weekend.Vinson finished 25th overall and netted a $10,000 payout.
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Notice is hereby given that Jackson Prime Construction at 562 Charlie Jackson Rd. Union Springs, AL 36089, has completed all work on The Panther Palace Park. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify the above-named contractor and Engineer, Larry E. Speaks and Associates at 535 Herron St. Montgomery, AL 36104. Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2023
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BIBB CO. TRACT, LLC, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Plaintiff, ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA v. “LAND”; WALTON BLANTON; et. al. Defendants. CASE NO.: CV-2023-900164 PROPOSED ORDER OF PUBLICATION
In this cause, it appearing to the Clerk of the Circuit Court by II, attorney for the Plaintiff, thatof CV-2023-900164, currently
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In accordance with the Code of Alabama 39-1-1(f), notice is hereby given by the Elmore County Commission that the scope of work in Purchase Order 40953 to caulk and waterproof the exterior south wall of the Elmore County historic downtown Courthouse has been completed by Jack Ellison Painting Contractors.
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2023
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2023-130 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN LEE BONE, DECEASED
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JOHN LEE BONE, deceased, having been granted to KATHLEEN RAE WILSON BONE on the 18th day of July, 2023 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.
KATHLEEN RAE WILSON BONE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN LEE BONE, DECEASED Attorney of Record for such Personal Representative: ED PARISH, JR. THE PARISH LAW FIRM P O BOX 52
MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101-0052 323 ADAMS AVE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-263-0003
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EST/BONE J. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TOWNSEND PRENTISS BULLEN, III, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-164 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA C. ALLEN, FORMERLY KNOWN AS: VIRGINIA C. STEINGRUBER, DECEASED CASE NO. 2023-200 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of TOWNSEND PRENTISS BULLEN, III, deceased, having been granted to KAMMIE BULLEN LEE on July 21, 2023 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. KAMMIE BULLEN LEE
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day 3rd day of August 2023, 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.
RAMONA THORNTON EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF ELSIE MAE HOLLEY, 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: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023 EST/HOLLEY, E. PUBLIC NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ANNETTE LANDERS, DECEASED CASE NO. 2023-202 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said decedent having been granted to RICHARD LANDERS, Jr. as Personal Representative on the 4th day of August 2023, 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.
RICHARD LANDERS, JR. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNETTE LANDERS, 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: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023 EST/LANDERS A. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TIMOTHY AUSTIN MAYER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-197 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. 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 Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) 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. 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. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Securities Inc., Quest Put your ad here call
TO: Helen Frazer Mosley, Martha Frazer Rankin, Katherine Frazer Hudson and Martha Blake Rives, and if deceased, their respective heirs and assigns, and anyone else claiming an ownership interest in, claims to hold a lien on, or anyone who claims any interest whatsoever in the subject of property of this Action. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on the 7th day of July, 2023, a Complaint tocuit Court of Elmore County, Alabama under Civil Action No. CV-2023-900159. All persons having an interest in the above described property, or any portion thereof, claiming any title thereto or any encumbrance or lien thereon, are hereby directed to appear, answer, demur or otherwise respond to the allegations contained in the Plaintiffs’ Complaint within thirty (30) days after the last date of publication of this notice; or, in the event said Defendants fail to so appear and answer, a Default Judgment may be entered against them. Said lands which are more particular described in WITNESS my hand and seal, this 18 day of July, 2023. /s/Michael Dozier Clerk of the Circuit Court of Elmore County, Alabama Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 26, Aug. 2, 9 and 16, 2023 CV-2023-900159
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA STEPHEN J. HAGEL, TRUSTEE OF THE STEPHEN J. HAGEL AND JULIE V. HAGEL LIVING TRUST DATED SEPTEMBER 25, 2008 Plaintiff, v. HELEN FRAZER MOSLEY, MARTHA FRAZER RANKIN, KATHERINE FRAZER HUDSON, and if parties deceased, their heirs and assigns, and Fictitious Parties “A”, “B”, “C”, being any and/or all persons, or entities, which may hold or claim any right, title or interest in the herein described real estate located in Elmore County, Alabama; And Lot 31 of the Lake and Forest Estates, as shown on Plat recorded in Plat Book of the Judge of Probate, Elmore. Defendants. CASE NO. CV-2023-900161 NOTICE OF FILING OF COMPLAINT AND ORDER DIRECTING FILING OF APPEARANCE AND ANSWER OF DEFENDANTS TO: HELEN FRAZER MOSLEY, MARTHA FRAZER RANKIN and KATHERINE FRAZER HUDSON, and if deceased, their respective heirs and assigns, and anyone else claiming an ownership interest in, claims to hold a lien on, or anyone who claims any interest whatsoever in the subject of property of this Action. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on the 7th day of July, 2023, a Complaint tocuit Court of Elmore County, Alabama under Civil Action No. CV-2023-900161. All persons having an interest in the above described property, or any portion thereof, claiming any title thereto or any encumbrance or lien thereon, are hereby directed to appear, answer, demur or otherwise respond to the allegations contained in the Plaintiffs’ Complaint within thirty (30) days the event said Defendants fail to so appear and answer, a Default Judgment may be entered against them. Said lands which are more particular described in
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of VIRGINIA C. ALLEN, formerly known as VIRGINIA C. STEINGRUBER, deceased, having been granted to WILLIAM GEORGE STEINGRUBER on July 31, 2023 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notide 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. Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: D. JASON BRITT WILLIAM GEORGE STEINGRUBER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA C. ALLEN, formerly known as VIRGINIA C. STEINGRUBER, DECEASED STONE, BRITT & WEBB, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST PO BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023 EST/ALLEN, V. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID B. BAILEY, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-188 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of DAVID B. BAILEY, deceased, having been granted to BARBARA BAILEY on July 18, 2023 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. BARBARA BAILEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID B. BAILEY, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: TERRY P. WILSON WILSON & JACKSON, LLC 1785 TALIAFERRO TRAIL SUITE 6 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36117 334-260-9998
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PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF TOWNSEND PRENTISS BULLEN, III, DECEASED Address of Personal Representative: KAMMIE B. LEE ATTORNEY AT LAW 109 COMPANY STREET SUITE 240 WETUMPKA. ALABAMA 36092 334-478-3808 kammieblee@aol.com
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 26, Aug. 2 and 9, 2023 EST/BULLEN, III PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA CASE NO: 2023-144 COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM HENRY FULLER, SR., DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of WILLIAM HENRY FULLER, SR., deceased, having been granted to WILLIAM H. FULLER, JR. on the 19th day of July, 2023 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. WILLIAM H. FULLER, JR. PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM HENRY FULLER, SR., DECEASED Address of Personal Representative: WILLIAM H. FULLER, JR 9164 EASTCHASE PARKWAY #102 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 361117 334-391-4188
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 26, Aug. 2 and 9, 2023 EST/FULLER, SR.
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ELSIE MAE HOLLEY, DECEASED CASE NO. 2023-203 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary on the Estate of said decedent having been granted to RAMONA THORNTON as Executor on the
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of TIMOTHY AUSTIN MAYER, deceased, having been granted to JINITH LYNN MAYER on August 1, 2023 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. JINITH LYNN MAYER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF TIMOTHY AUSTIN MAYER, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: ROBERT J. MORRIS ATTORNEY AT LAW 10365 HOLTVILLE ROAD DEATSVILLE, ALABAMA 36022 334-569-1820
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023 EST/MAYER, T. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLENDA L. NELSON, who is also known as: GLENDA LEILANI NELSON DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-124 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of GLENDA L. NELSON, who was also known as GLENDA LEILANI NELSON, deceased, having been granted to JOSEPH B. KEITHAHN on August 4, 2023 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. JOSEPH B. KEITHAHN ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF GLENDA L. NELSON, who was also known as GLENDA LEILANI NELSON, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: JOSHUA PENDERGRASS ATTORNEY AT LAW 145 WEST MAIN STREET PRATTVILLE. ALABAMA 36067 334-365-5924
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023 EST/NELSON G. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TRACY DIANNE PITTMAN, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-189 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of TRACY DIANNE PITTMAN, deceased, having been granted to DIANNE C. PITTMAN on July, 19, 2023 by John Thornton, Judge of
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yg 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.
DIANNE C. PITTMAN
ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF TRACY DIANNE PITTMAN, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator:
D. JASON BRITT STONE, BRITT & WEBB, LLC
ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW
114 S MAIN ST P O BOX 967
WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLENN E. RHOADES, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-162 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of GLENN E. RHOADES, deceased, having been granted to BARBARA D. RHOADES on July 26, 2023 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.
BARBARA D. RHOADES PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF GLENN E. RHOADES, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative:
APRIL D. WISE BALCH & BINGHAM LLP POBOX 78 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101
334-269-3129
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 2, 9 and 16, 2023 EST/RHOADES G. PUBLIC NOTICE
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having being made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage dated April 23, 2018 executed by Lee M. Burton an unmarried man, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Trustmark National Bank, said Mortgage being recorded April 27, 2018, in RLPY Book of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama; having later been assigned to Trustmark National Bank by instrument recorded in RLPY Book the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. Said default continues and notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Trustmark National Bank, 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 main entrance to the County Courthouse, Elmore County, Alabama on 09/13/2023, during the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot No. 36 according to Plat of Clairewood Subdivision Plat No. 2 Elmore County, Alabama as the same is recorded in Plat Book 13 at Page 102 in the Of-more County, Alabama. For informational purposes only, the property address is: 230 Rosemere Dr., Tallassee, AL 36078. Any property address provided is not part of the legal description of the property sold herein and in the event of any discrepancy, the legal description referenced herein shall control. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS-IS, 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.
Trustmark National Bank
Paul K. Lavelle, Esq.
Attorney for Mortgagee Spina, & Lavelle, P.C. One
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023 FC/BURTON
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA KAY SMITH, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-204 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of LINDA KAY SMITH, deceased, having been granted to KIMBERLY LYNN SHERER on August 2, 2023 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.
KIMBERLY LYNN SHERER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF LINDA KAY SMITH, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JIM PINO ATTORNEY AT LAW 363 CANYON PARK DRIVE PELHAM. ALABAMA 35124 205-663-1581
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 16 and 23, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RITA CAROL TAYLOR, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-193 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of RITA CAROL TAYLOR, deceased, having been granted to ED PARISH, JR. on July 28 2023 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 RITA CAROL TAYLOR, DECEASED Name and Address 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: Aug. 2, 9 and 16, 2023 EST/TAYLOR, R. PUBLIC NOTICE
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE
Default having been made in the terms of that certain Mortgage, executed on 09/18/2012, by Holly L. Whirley, a single person, as Mortgagor, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for IberiaBank Mortgage Company as Mortgagee, which said Mortgage is recorded in the Elmore County, Alabama, in
and subsequently assigned to Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC and recorded in the OfElmore County, Alabama oning continued under the terms of said Mortgage, and by virtue
described real property will be sold at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, in front of the Courthouse door of said County, during the legal hours of sale, on 9/13/2023 OF MEADOW OAKS GAR-
to all easements, restrictions and reservations appearing of record. Said sale will also be Tax Liens and/or Special Assessments of any nature, if any, which might adversely affect the title to the property. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property un-grams 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. The property is being sold “as is, where is”. Said property is sold without warranty or recourse, expressed orment. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of forepostponement or cancellation.
Counsel for Mortgagee/Transferee 126 Government Street
Wetumpka Herald: FC/WHIRLEY
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARK ALAN WADE, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-180 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of MARK ALAN WADE, deceased, having been granted to TYLER SHERYL MCCOLLUM on July 25, 2023 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.
TYLER SHERYL MCCOLLUM PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF MARK ALAN WADE, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JUSTIN EDWARDS LAW OFFICES OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-514-1011
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NOTICE TO DESTROY WEEDS AND PUBLIC HEARING
Property Address to abate weeds: 138 Lakebend Drive Elmore, AL 36025
Notice is hereby given that the council of the City of Millbrook will consider a resolution regarding the weeds growing upon or in front of the property in the City of Millbrook, and more particularly described in the resolution, a copy of which city clerk; and at that time and place will determine whether the weeds constitute a public nuisance which shall be abated by the removal of the noxious or dangerous weeds; and, if so, will order the abatement and removal of the nuisance, in which case the cost of abatement and removal shall be assessed upon the lots and lands from which or in front of which the weeds are removed, and the cost shall be added to the next regular bills for taxes levied against the respective lots and lands for municipal purposes. The amounts shall be collected at the same time and in the same manner as ordinary municipal taxes are collected. The amounts shall be subject to the same commissions and fees and the same procedure for foreclosure and sale in case of delinquency as provided for ordinary municipal days before the meeting of the council and unless the person appears before the council in person or through his or her representative to show cause, if any, why his or her objection should be sustained, it shall be presumed that the person accepts the notice as fact and waives any rights he or she may have to contest the removal of the weeds and the action of
be otherwise shown. Reference is hereby made to the resolucity clerk, for further particulars. The City Council Meeting and Public Hearing will be held on August 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at 3900 Grandview Road Millbrook, AL 36054. Sincerely, Lori Davis City Clerk for the City of Millbrook 3160 Main Street Millbrook, AL 36054 (334) 285-6428
Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9 and 16, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF: JOHN S. GLAZE MICHAEL D. GLAZE CASE No. JU-2013-169.14 CASE No. JU-2013-170.14 NOTICE OF PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
TO: AMANDA HALL (Mother)& MICHAEL SHAWN GLAZE (Father) You are hereby given notice -
JOHN STEVEN GLAZE, born on Oc-
MICHAEL DOUGLAS GLAZE born on February 09, 2011, atOctober 04, 2023, at 1:30 P.M. at the Elmore County Judicial Complex in Wetumpka, Alabama
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF: JORDAN MCCLENDON CASE No. JU-2019-209.07 NOTICE OF PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
TO: Shirley McClendon (Mother) You are hereby given notice the Elmore County Department of Human Resources requesting that your parental rights be terminated to JORDAN MCCLENDON, born on August 05, 2019, at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, Alabama. You are hereby given notice Answer with the Clerk of the Juvenile Court and with the Petitioner’s attorney, Alan H. Polson, Alabama State Department of Human Resources,
date of the last publication of this notice or a default judgment can be entered against you. A October 19, 2023, at 9:00 A.M. at the Elmore County Judicial Complex in Wetumpka, Alabama. You may appear and contest the same if you choose. ELMORE COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK
Wetumpka Herald: JU-2019-209.07
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
Pursuant to AL Self-Service
Storage Facilities Act 2021 and to satisfy Owner’s lien Storage Sense Millbrook, formally Store All will hold an online public auction of the personal property stored in units located at 4180 Hwy 14, Millbrook, Al, 36054, 334-472-9650 to satisfy Operator’s lien. Everything sold is purchased AS-IS for CASH ONLY. See and bid on all units 24/7, sale ending on August 21st, 2023, at 10:00 AM @ www.Storageauctions.com. Auctions subject to cancellation at any time for any reason until winning bidder takes possession of property. TERMS listed on auction website. Wetumpka Herald: Aug. 9, 2023 STORAGE SALE
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PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE OF PROPOSED VACATION OF A PORTION OF LAKESHORE COURT IN ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA
Pursuant to the proposal of the Elmore County Commission to vacate a portion of Lakeshore Court in Elmore County, Alabama, the Elmore County Commission will consider the said vacation of a portion of Lakeshore Court, which is more particularly and accurately described as follows: A PORTION OF LAKESHORE COURT IN ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA THAT COMMENCES AT THE SOUTHWEST END OF PARCEL 13 04 18 0 001 020.002 THAT IS ADJACENT TO LAKESHORE COURT AND OWNED BY WILLIAM M. AND LAURA L. SPIVEY AND EXTENDING ACROSS LAKESHORE COURT IN A STRAIGHT LINE TO PARCEL 13 04 18 0 001 022.000 WHICH IS OWNED BY PAUL HARRIS AND/OR PAUL HARRIS AND JUDITH V. HARRIS. THEN, EXTENDING SOUTHWESTERLY TO INCLUDE ANY AND ALL OF THE AREA OF LAKESHORE COURT THAT IS ADJACENT TO PARCELS 13 04 18 0 001 021.00 OWNED BY PAUL ALLEN HARRIS AND JUDITH V. HARRIS AND 13 04 18 0 001 022.000 THAT IS OWNED BY PAUL HARRIS AND/OR PAUL HARRIS AND JUDITH HARRIS, AND PARCEL 13 04 18 0 001 024.000 THAT IS OWNED BY ELIZABETH V. BONNER. Prior to takthe Elmore County Commission will conduct a public hearing on the proposed vacation. This public hearing shall be held at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Elmore County Commission set for 5:00 p.m. on the 14 th day of August, 2023, at the Elmore County Courthouse, 100 E. Commerce Street, in Wetumpka, Alabama. Any citizen alleging to be affected by the proposed vacation may submit a written objection to the Elmore County Commission or may request an opportunity to be heard at the public hearing.
Jeffrey J. Courtney Attorney for the Elmore County Commission Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 19, 26, Aug. 2 and 9, 2023 VACATION/LAKESHORE
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Castaway Animal Clinic expands emergency care
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Adding new staff has allowed a local veterinary clinic to expand emergency services to seven days a week.
Castaway Animal Clinic owner and veterinarian Dr. Randall Plaisance has been slowly expanding the service in the 13 years the practice has been in Red Hill.
“We have been doing that since we began but it was just me, but there were large gaps in coverage related to my family, church and travel,” Plaisance said. “We added an additional veterinarian a couple years ago and recently added two more.”
Plaisance said with four veterinarians in the clinic, it is now offering on-call veterinary services seven days a week.
“It is a structured, on-call service meaning you need to call ahead first,” Plaisance said. “We will stay with animals all night if needed, but we don’t start new cases after 9 p.m.”
Plaisance said the emergency service has its own phone number for animal owners to call before coming to the clinic. Most of the time, on weeknights staff is already there until 6 p.m. with what Plaisance calls urgent care.
Plaisance said the clinic has always been both a large and small animal clinic and also offers mobile services to farms and homes.
“We do large and small animal services,” Plaisance said. “We have our clinic which has the normal small animal medicine and surgeries. We have an equine haul-in facility. We have a bovine haul-in facility.”
Plaisance said he is confident in the staff, especially the two newest veterinarians, at handling any emergency that might happen.
“They are new graduates we have had a long relationships with,” Plaisance said.
“Our focus in hiring them was to ensure
they were able to handle all of the species we work on an emergency basis. They have been involved in our practice during their time in vet school. We knew them really well. They knew us really well. They knew what they were getting into and we knew pretty well what we were getting.”
Plaisance said the most common things dog and cat owners seek emergency care for are upset stomachs with vomiting and diarrhea, being hit by a car, snake bites and respiratory problems. For horses the most common are colic, trauma or lacerations and eye issues. Cattle emergencies usually involve calving issues or respiratory problems.
Plaisance believes many veterinarians try to take care of their own patients’ emergencies just like he did on a part-time basis. He saw a need for expanding emergency hours to allow animal owners an option for local treatment. After-hours treatment options were greatly limited to the 24/7 animal hospitals at Auburn University and Carriage Hills in Montgomery where Plaisance sometimes worked shifts.
“We weren’t trying to steal that niche because another level of staffing and expertise is required,” Plaisance said. “We are not trying to do anything super special, super unique or complex.”
Plaisance said Castaway Animal Clinic wants to “do the common things exceptionally well.”
“We are wanting to take care of those common cases on the weekend and at night and keep people from having to go to these other facilities where there could be significant wait times and fee structure at least twice as high,” Plaisance said. “We triage, treat if we can. If it is something that goes beyond what we are capable of effectively serving, we refer to one of the 24 hour facilities in our area.”
SUFFERS DAMAGE TO SLIP WALKWAY
By LIZI ARBOGAST GWIN Managing Editor
Crews at The Ridge Marina were already working hard Friday morning to clean up damage suffered from high winds on Thursday evening.
Around 5:30 p.m., The Ridge was hit with gusts of wind that hit the docks and the wet slips, causing major damage to the walkway that connects the wet slip strips to land.
“Half of it is in the water,” Ridge manager Chase Maynard said. “Last night, we all got back to the marina by about 6 o’clock, and Lake Martin Dock Company was already out there putting out temporary anchors just to stabilize everything.”
Crews were once again working Friday as divers from TowBoatUS Lake Martin were attaching
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massive floats to the walkway in an attempt to pull it out of the water.
There also is no longer power to the wet slips, so Maynard said he had electricians come out first thing Friday to assess the damage.
“A lot of the boats out there are cabin cruisers, so they are hooked up to shore power with air conditioning and the refrigerator running constantly, so all that is off,” Maynard said. “Most of them have generators so they can still run, but one of our top priorities is to get the power back as soon as possible for (those boat owners).”
The walkway connects the marina to four large covered wet slip strips that house at least 100 boats. Luckily, Maynard said, no boats were damaged.
“To my knowledge
none of the boats were damaged and our guys did a really thorough check,” Maynard said. “We had boats on the docks and just the regular courtesy boats, and it’s just amazing none were damaged really.”
Maynard said there was not a timeframe for the walkway to be fixed but the marina was offering a courtesy shuttle boat to all boats stored in one of the wet slips. He also said all owners have been notified.
The walkway wasn’t the only place that suffered damage as two crews were out Friday afternoon cleaning up trees and other debris from the Thursday storm. A power line was also downed across Campground Road between Alexander City and Hackneyville on Thursday night.
Cotton grows into a festival of 12,000
By ABIGAIL MURPHY Multimedia Reporter
As a town centered on the cotton industry, the Alabama Cotton Festival bloomed out of Eclectic.
Mayor Gary Davenport explained when Eclectic first began in 1907, it was a cotton hub with two cotton gins — one in town limits and one just outside its limits.
Nowadays farmers do their own harvesting. They bring the cotton into town to store in warehouses. Eclectic remains part of the industry with warehouses such as Fuller Warehouse.
Connecting with the town’s roots, the cotton festival began in 1993.
“To me the importance is, it gives us a foundation and plateau we can build from,” Davenport said. “It’s something that separates us out — just like Dothan is the peanut festival and you got the saltwater festival down in the Mobile area. It’s something to have fun with and it keeps that history going.”
Roughly eight years ago, the town filled out the paperwork for the festival to be state recognized, titling it the Alabama
Cotton Festival. The attendance has continued to grow each year with last year bringing in an estimated 12,000 people.
“Our attendance has basically doubled over twice in the last eight years,” Davenport said. At one point, the part-time assistant clerk would primarily organize the festival. Now, the festival has become so big the town event coordinator and a committee largely head it.
With such a large festival, there are four blocks of Main Street and three blocks of 1st Avenue blocked off.At one point, there was also a weeklong rook tournament with the winner being announced at the festival. Now, the rook tournament has gone away, and the
cotton queen is more of the focus.
Davenport said the festival also feeds into the town. With vendors coming in, sometimes it reveals new businesses that the community wants or needs. He said the festival is how Eclectic was able to get some of its clothing stores. However, the town also gets a say in the festival. At the cotton festival, there are suggestion forms available and when the committee meets back up about 45-60 days after the festival, members discuss what needs to be changed.
Davenport said one of things he is most looking forward to is the new cornhole tournament, which came out of a suggestion.
Last year it was estimated 12,000 people attended the Alabama Cotton Festival in Eclectic. Mayor Gary Davenport discusses the importance of the festival for the town.
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Crews were working around The Ridge to pick up trees and other debris from a storm Thursday night.