Spike strips used to stop Friday morning pursuit
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Holtville High School basketball coach arrested
By Cliff Williams Staff Writer
The Wetumpka Police Department aided in stopping an alleged defendant running from an Alabama Law Enforcement Agency trooper Friday morning.
A virtual teacher at Elmore County School’s Edge program has been arrested and charged with school employee distributing obscene material to a student.
According to law enforcement, troopers were trying
Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin said Emmanuel Andre Wilson II, 32, of Montgomery turned himself into authorities Tuesday afternoon.
to initiate a traffic stop of Lashaun A. Washington, 24, of Clanton on Interstate 65. Instead, Washington led troopers and other law enforcement on a chase that eventually
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
headed east on Highway 14. Wetumpka deputy chief of police Ed Reeves said Wetumpka police officers headed west.
investigation and handed it off to the appropriate authorities. He was also placed on administrative leave at that time.”
“He had something in his hand,” Franklin said. “They didn’t know what it was. He ran to a nearby barn.”
“We used our spike strips and assisted them in stopping the car,” Reeves said. Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin said the driver of the car then ran on foot.
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.”
Franklin said investigators with the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office have the alleged victim’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.”
Wilson was released on a $6,000 bond 90 minutes after turning himself in according to the Elmore County Jail website.
Cattle started to scatter and Washington was soon apprehended. Washington was taken to the Elmore County Jail and charged with attempting to elude and reckless endangerment. ALEA said in a statement Friday afternoon Washington has several other outstanding warrants and is being held without bond.
Chamber holds luncheon welcoming members
By Cliff Williams Staff Writer
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.
FIRE DESTROYS SPECTRE HOUSE
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Dennis said Wilson also coached other sports at Holtville schools including being the head track coach and assistant football coach.
Franklin said an Alabama Department of Corrections dog tracking team arrived on the scene but was not used.
Dennis said other staff would fill in for the duties of Wilson at Holtville while he is on administrative leave.
Ashley L. Ofield is unscathed physically but is unsure what will happen to her Hyundai Tuscon after it was struck on Interstate 65 in late June.
Members of the Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce attend the chamber’s “A Taste of Our Home Town” luncheon. CLIFF WILLIAMS/ THE HERALD
Police continue investigation, man no longer suspected
door. He kind of pushed me out of the way.” Ofield said she saw law enforcement vehicles pass by her as they chased the truck.
“I never spun or anything, thank goodness,” Ofield said.
The Millbrook resident made it to the side of the road and waited.
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
“We haven’t been able to do this for the last couple years,” chairperson Clay McConnell said. “Your attendance is an indication people want to get back together and have these opportunities to see each See CHAMBER
Weather is the cause of a Sunday evening fire in the fictional Town of Spectre.
Former Montgomery Mayor and Congressman Bobby Bright, who owns Jackson Island Lake, said no one was hurt and all the goats are fine after the blaze.
“It was a lightning See FIRE, Page A6
SUBMITTED | THE HERALD ABOVE: One of the homes built as part of the set of Spectre in Big Fish burned after a lightning strike. No people or goats were harmed in the event. TOP: The Town of Spectre was built on Jackson Island Lake in Millbrook.
Ofield was one of two innocent drivers who Alabama Law Enforcement Agency troopers said was struck by a 2018 Dodge Ram 3500 driven by Isaias Garcia, 35, of Rowlett, Texas, during a high-speed pursuit.
By Jake Arthur Chief Videographer
“I first called my husband,” Ofield said.
Police are still investigating the fatal shooting in the Wetumpka Walmart parking lot on Jan. 20.
Ofield had just merged onto the interstate in the right lane, heading to a doctor’s appointment. There was a SUV in front of her in the middle lane.
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.
“I knew I was OK, but wanted to let him know ASAP that there was an issue. I then called *HP and then called the doctor to reschedule my appointment.”
Garcia struck another vehicle before crashing.
According to Wetumpka police chief Greg Benton, this was not a random shooting.
“This white truck flies up beside me in the middle lane,” Ofield said.
“This was not random, not a random act,” said Benton. “We believe the victim and the perpetrator knew each other.”
“I thought he was going to run into the back of that SUV, but instead he swerved to the right, hitting my vehicle at about midway on the driver’s
Law enforcement said Garcia was pronounced dead at the scene and his passenger was transported to an area hospital.
Twenty minutes into the ordeal, Ofield notified her insurance company she had been involved in a wreck.
This is the first homicide in Wetumpka in over three years. The last homicide in the city took place in 2018.
“It’s not a good way to start out the new year,” said Benton.
“They were the ones
Benton didn’t want to speculate on the
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Christmas in July helps retailers through slow season
Holtville’s Futral Alabama principal of the year
Staff Report
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
With no gift giving holiday in sight, July and August can be harmful to the bottom line of retailers.
Main Street Wetumpka has organized Christmas in July to help promote downtown businesses and create a shopping event to coincide with Alabama’s Back-to-School sales tax holiday.
The Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals
(AASSP) named Holtville High School principal Kyle Futral the 2022 Alabama High School Principal 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 Superintendent Richard Dennis was in attendance for the presentation.
wise. This is trying to help boost the economic atmosphere in downtown.”
“It is a push for people to shop small, eat local and support small businesses around town,” Main Street Wetumpka executive director Haley Greene said. “January, February and then July and August are the slowest months retail
The Shoppes Downtown’s Pam Martin said the Christmas in July event is just what businesses need to help get through what is traditionally a summer slump.
“Kyle Futral is an exceptional principal and is very proactive and innovative in his thinking and approaches to managing his school,” Dennis said, As principal of Holtville High School, Futral has transformed the school culture from that of a school struggling with low morale, achievement and attendance 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 school culture to
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.
“This time of year, the traffic the event brings in means a lot,” Martin said. “It is typically a slow time in retail. It could be a boost that helps us make it through the summer time.”
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“Sometimes the events can triple and even quadruple what we would typically have on a normal day,” Martin said.
“It is a big boost.”
This year’s Christmas in July is Saturday, July 22 and
Martin said creating events helps bring people to the area who might not otherwise come. Those additional people combined with those who will come to support downtown events add to the bottom line for small businesses.
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WILSON
Police Reports
WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMENT
JULY 5
• Theft was reported on West Fort Toulouse Road. JULY 3
• Theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231.
JULY 2
• Theft and criminal trespass was reported on U.S. Highway 231.
JUNE 30
• Theft and harassment was reported at Frog Level Park.
• Theft was reported on West Coosa Street.
JUNE 29
• Criminal mischief was reported on Kelly Fitzpatrick Road.
• Identity theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231.
TALLASSEE POLICE DEPARTMENT
JULY 9
• A domestic incident was reported on Wood Street.
• A burglary in progress was reported on East Patton Street.
was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
JULY 8
• A juvenile complaint was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• A noise complaint was reported on Third Avenue.
• A juvenile complaint was reported on Noles Drive.
• Suspicious activity was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• Trespassing was reported on Lower Tuskegee Road.
• A motor vehicle accident with no injuries was reported on Jordan Avenue.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Jordan Avenue.
• A civil disturbance was reported on Lower Tuskegee Road.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
JULY 7
• Assistance was given to medics on Ice Plant Road.
• Assistance was given to medics on Main Street.
nue.
• Assistance was given during a medical call on Hillcrest Street. JULY 6
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Lower Tuskegee Road.
• A civil disturbance was reported on First Avenue.
• An animal complaint was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• A civil disturbance was reported on First Avenue.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on Barnett Boulevard.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on Cannon Road.
JULY 5
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• A noise complaint was reported on Riley Road.
• Gun fire was reported on Parker Street.
• Computer tampering was reported on Friendship Road.
• Harassment was reported on Ashurst Avenue.
• Assistance was given to a citizen on Redden Avenue.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on Freeman Avenue.
• A Black female was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.
• A stolen vehicle was reported on Central Boulevard.
• A suicidal subject was reported on Central Boulevard.
• A suicidal subject was reported on Cherry Street.
• A suicidal subject was reported on Hillcrest Street.
• A juvenile complaint was reported on Lower Tuskegee Road.
JULY 3
• A juvenile complaint was reported on Cotton Ridge Road.
• A noise complaint was reported on Murphy Road.
• A noise complaint was reported on Bucks Pocket Road.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on East Roosevelt Street.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.
• Harassment was reported on Wood Street.
• Debris was reported in the roadway on Gilmer Avenue.
• Debris was reported in the roadway on Comer Lane.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Main Street.
• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• A tree limb on fire was reported on Noble Road.
• A suspicious vehicle
• A domestic incident was reported on Gammils Store Road.
• A motor vehicle accident with no injuries was reported on New Quarters Road.
• A noise complaint was reported on Third Avenue.
• A welfare check was conducted on Third Street.
• Suspicious activity was reported on Freeman Avenue.
• Harassment was reported on Third Avenue.
• A motor vehicle accident with no injuries was reported on Freeman Avenue.
• A noise complaint was reported on Third Ave -
• An animal complaint was reported on Notasulga Road.
• A welfare check was conducted on Honeysuckle Lane.
• A civil disturbance was reported on First Avenue.
• Drug activity was reported on Barnett Boulevard.
JULY 4
• Trespassing was reported on First Avenue.
• A noise complaint was reported on Noles Drive.
• A white male was arrested during a traffic stop on Central Boulevard.
• A white male was arrested during a traffic stop on Gilmer Avenue.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on McNeal Street.
• A burglary was reported on West Patton Street.
• Disorderly conduct was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• Criminal trespassing was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
• A domestic dispute was reported on Second Avenue.
• A domestic dispute was reported on Friendship Road.
• Assistance was given to a motorist on Barnett Boulevard.
• A domestic dispute was reported on Redden Avenue.
Millbrook police need public’s help in identifying theft suspect
STAFF REPORT
TPI Staff
The Millbrook Police Department is investigating a second-degree theft of property case and is
seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspects, according to a release sent by Central Alabama CrimeStoppers.
Millbrook investigators released a
photo of two unknown subjects wanted for a felony retail theft. The offense occurred Sunday, June 25, at the Walmart located at 145 Kelley Blvd. in Millbrook, according to the release.
Investigators say the suspects, an adult male and an adult female, entered the business at this See THEFT, Page A5
No more criminal case in Teeter death
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
An Elmore County Grand Jury said there wasn’t evidence to support criminal charges in the death of Chris Teeter. A grand jury no billed the case
in June, meaning the case would not proceed to trial. There had been no arrests in the case investigated by the Wetumpka Police Department. Teeter died following an altercation outside of a U.S. Highway 231 establishment in January.
The Wetumpka Police Department collected evidence and used it in a presentation to the grand jury by the 19th Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office. “Everything the Wetumpka See CRIMINAL, Page A3
Humane Society of Elmore County News
By REA CORD HSEC Executive Director
I f you love decorat -
ing for the holidays then our Tail’s End Thrift Store has deals for you during our “Christmas in July.”
All holiday items are 50% off all this month so come take advantage of the great deals from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday for shopping. And we will also be happy to receive your holiday decorations and any other donated goods from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday through Saturday.
Looking ahead a bit, make sure to mark your calendar for our
17th annual Bark in the Park from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17 at Fort Toulouse with Sept. 24 as a rain date.
We are trying an hour earlier start and end time so please make a note of that.
We always look forward to a huge crowd of both humans and dogs enjoying the afternoon at Fort Toulouse and there will be plenty of vendors, activities, microchip clinic, refreshments, demonstrations, Patriotic 2023 Bark in the Park T-Shirt (still $15) and a day of fun at the park.
Vendor spots are available, and Bark in the Park is a great
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place for folks to be able to learn about your business, product or service. We welcome local businesses, clubs, civic groups, etc. Our vendor fee is only $40 and you must bring your own tables/popup/chairs.
There is no electricity available so if you must bring a generator please let us know for site planning. You can fill out our vendor application online, or you can email us at hselco@bellsouth. net or message us on the shelter’s Facebook page to be provided with PDFs.
And we have a new event this year! From 8 a.m. to 5
April is 1 ½ years old; she is a Shepherd mix who weighs about 54 pounds. April is a most wonderful gal.
She is very loving, great with all other dogs, has super leash manners and is very attentive to her person. Her former owner took her in from someone else, but the other family dogs said ‘Nope’ so she had to come to us.
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p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 will be our first ever Paddle for Paws, a pickleball tournament at 17 Springs Millbrook. Registration is $35, plus a $5 service fee, which includes one event, a tournament T-shirts, snacks and drinks. There will be a round robin tournament. Depending on the
number of teams in a bracket, the tournament director reserves the right to adjust the format. Small brackets may be combined. Eligible participants for Paddles for Paws must be 19 or older. Completed teams — both partners registered and paid — have priority on available slots. Teams not paid in full or without partners may be moved to the waiting list to make room for paid teams. There will be a food truck available for lunch. All participants must comply with the 17 Springs Rules of Use.
Rea Cord is the executive director of the Humane Society of Elmore County.
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 veterinar-
ian.
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.
Police Department gathered and turned over to us, we made that available to the grand jury,” 19th Judicial Circuit District Attorney CJ Robinson said. “They heard from multiple witnesses.”
The evidence included an Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences autopsy report revealing the cause of death to be by blunt force trauma and was a homicide. But it wasn’t the most important piece of evidence considered.
“In my opinion the most telling piece of evidence was a video of the incident that occurred,” Robinson said. “From what we understood, that was the most impactful and direct evi -
dence the grand jury saw and put most weight on.”
At this point Robinson said new evidence is needed for the case to proceed any further in criminal courts.
“I don’t want to say yes or no it is done,” Robinson said. “If there is new evidence that is collected and brought to us, we will reopen it. We consider it closed. As of right now, the grand jury has spoken.”
The case still has potential in civil courts through a wrongful death lawsuit, but Robinson said his office is limited at what it can do.
“If there is a lawsuit filed, and many times there are when the criminal case comes to an end, we may receive subpoenas and we always comply with any subpoena to make any files or reports available,” Robinson said. “We would do it in this case as well.” CRIMINAL
If you truly value liberty, stop quoting Hitler and Stalin
Over the past few weeks, a group known as “Moms For Liberty” and an official from Liberty University found themselves at the center of a debate over using a Hitler quote about education and the need to control it. It’s a questionable decision to do anything other than condemn it, given not only rising anti-Semitism but a growing tolerance for other ideas espoused by Nazis. As the quote is also made by Stalin, why use it while condemning opponents for being “Marxist?”
“Moms for Liberty” thankfully retracted the use of a quote, attributed to Hitler in a 1935 speech, which states “He alone who owns the youth gains the future.”
The Indianapolis Star documented several other times where politicians and school groups utilized this quote to justify their own attempt to control education.
A Liberty University official argued, “So if you do not control education, you cannot control the future. And Stalin knew that. Mao knew that. Hitler knew that. We have to get that back for conservative values.”
Later, he also tweeted, “It’s clear that education in many pockets of America has been weaponized against students and parents to advance Marxist, gender & deconstructionist ideologies.”
As a reminder, Stalin and Mao are Marxists.
Hitler was sadly much more than just a talker. His Hitler Youth organizations for boys and girls produced graduates that committed atrocities in World War II, something our generation should know
more about.
As Time Magazine reports “The world’s fascination with what was forced on young people under that regime — and what young people, under duress or not, did under its influence — has endured much longer. And today, especially amid trends such as the rising presence of white supremacist messages on college campuses, the vulnerability of young people to propaganda is no longer just a matter of historical interest.”
These totalitarians need to be opposed, not quoted.
As the Anti-Defamation League notes, “On the bright side, a relatively low share of Americans harbors significant anti-Semitic attitudes, a finding in line with ADL’s previous surveys over the past 20 years. However, that share still represents tens of millions of people harboring virulent views. Also of deep concern is the widespread belief among Americans in one or more anti-Semitic stereotypes.”
Neo-Nazis have tried to flex their muscles in my state of Georgia, in Cobb County and in Macon. It turns out many Americans are knowing a lot less about the horrors of the Holocaust, as Kit Ramgopal from NBC News reports. “The findings raise concerns not just about Holocaust ignorance, but also about Holocaust denial … the sur-
vey shows that about half of millennial and Gen Z respondents have seen Holocaust denial or distortion posts online. Fifty-six percent reported having seen Nazi symbols on social media or in their communities within the past five years.”
We have also seen Holocaust denials and anti-Semitic rhetoric from celebrities and politicians, even a call to re-read some quotes from these despots at another liberty event.
Such ignorance among some extends to whether we should have stood up to Hitler.
According to the New York Post, “The poll found that a whopping 18% of participants were unsure if Uncle Sam should’ve participated in WWII, in which President Franklin Delano Roosevelt deployed troops to fight the Nazis and the Japanese Empire in 1941. Meanwhile, 14% thought fighting in the ‘War Against Hitler’ was a mistake.”
Thankfully, such percentages of those who opposed WWII, are ignorant or deny the Holocaust and are anti-Semitic remain pretty low. But for the sake of liberty, let’s do what we can to keep them low. Perhaps we should say instead “Hitler said we should control education to control the future. And we love liberty enough to oppose his thinking and reject following his awful plans.”
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.
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Special election coming in Jefferson County
Even though it is not an election year, the Alabama political pot is heating up and beginning to boil as we celebrate the Fourth of July, and the summer heat settles into the Heart of Dixie. The 2024 candidates for some open state judicial posts have been stirring around all year, and also candidates for next year’s local elections are gearing up all over the state.
There has also arisen a surprise election in Alabama’s largest county.
Imperial Jefferson County has a special election for a very important and pivotal county commission seat. Republican Steve Ammons vacated this seat to take the post as CEO of the Birmingham Business Alliance. In every other county in the state, a vacant county commission seat is filled by appointment by the governor. However, Jefferson County has an unusual local amendment that calls for a special election.
This local act does not only call for a normal special election, but renders a weird, wild west open no primary special election. It calls for a very quick, nonpartisan election similar to Louisiana. There are no party primaries and no party labels. Everybody and their brother can run, and the Jefferson County electorate has no way of knowing who they are, what they stand for or their positions on anything. All you have to do is get 100 signatures and you are on the ballot. I am surprised there are not 100 people running.
This race also has only a short window. People could start getting their 100 signatures around June 1 and get this, the election is July 18.
You are looking at an election in less than two weeks in the middle of the summer that affects only 20% of Jefferson County’s population. Folks, this one could very well break records for low voter turnout. However, it is a very important and pivotal election for a seat that will determine the partisan makeup of the state’s largest county. The current makeup is two Republicans and two Democratic commissioners. Republicans had a 3-2 advantage with Ammons on the commission. You would assume the vacant Ammons’ seat would be filled by another Republican because it is made up of the most affluent enclaves in the state, which include Mountain Brook, Vestavia, Homewood, and silk stocking Hoover districts along the 280 corridor. However, as stated, there are no party labels by any candidate,
JOHN TURES Columnist
STEVE FLOWERS Columnist
Scouts properly dispose of flags
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Burning an American flag
often conjures up ideas of protest. But done properly, burning the American flag is one of two ways to properly dispose of a worn flag.
Boy Scout Troop 50 in Wetumpka has been disposing of American flags in accordance with the U.S. Flag Code for years according to Troop 50 assistant scout master Gardner Perdue.
“There is a ceremony to go along with the disposal,”
Perdue said. “The ceremony is very symbolic, as are the colors of the flag. We go over the colors of the flag and what they mean.”
Perdue said red stands for valor, white purity and innocence and the blue field stands for perseverance.
There are a couple different ways to dispose of a flag in a fire. He said Troop 50 ensures flags are properly folded then safely put in a fire. Scouts are not the only ones at Troop 50’s ceremony who can dispose of a flag.
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military member, they can announce that name and dispose of a flag on that person’s behalf,” Perdue said.
Troop 50 recently held a flag disposal ceremony.
The troop normally hosts the event on Flag Day, but storms delayed the ceremony for almost two weeks. Approximately 225 were disposed of by fire in Gold Star Park.
location and purchased $1,816.70 in merchandise, the release said.
The transaction was paid with a worthless debit card, performing a “card cash scam,” according to law enforcement. The suspects left the business with the merchandise in an unknown direction of travel.
Investigators say the suspects knowingly made three transactions with a worthless debit card, asking
“For scouts, the ceremony teaches them the proper way to care for and dispose of a U.S. flag that is worn beyond usable means,”
Perdue said. “The flags are faded, tattered and or torn.”
Perdue said the other method for proper disposal of a worn American flag is burial.
Troop 50 partnered with the City of Wetumpka and VFW Post 4572 to create
the cashier to change the transaction to a cash setting which allowed the items to show as paid for.
Investigators say the suspects were identified as a black female and a black male. The female was seen wearing an orange baseball cap, a blue matching top and bottom outfit with white logos, a purple handbag and a face mask. The male was seen wearing a white T-shirt, blue jeans, white shoes and a face mask.
There are no other details available for release at this time.
four drop boxes for worn flags. The boxes are located at the City of Wetumpka City administration building, the historic Elmore County Courthouse, the Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce and at VFW Post 4572.
“Flags can be dropped off year round,” Perdue said. “They are collected and properly disposed of on Flag Day.”
The suspects are wanted for theft of property in the second degree, a Class C felony.
If you have any information regarding the identity of these suspects or their whereabouts, please immediately call the Millbrook police or CrimeStoppers using the 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (2517867) or download the P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.
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no forums and no time to campaign — only a list of names. The assumption is a Republican will win.
However, the Homewood and Mountain Brook areas are one of the few enclaves of upscale, liberal do-gooder, white Democrats in the state.
It is imperative the Republican Party in Jefferson County identify who their preferred Republican candidate is in this race and get out its vote. It appears it may have done just that and have chosen Judge Mike Bolin.
Bolin is like manna from Heaven for the Jefferson County Republicans. As the old saying goes, “He was at the right place at the right time.”
Bolin recently retired from the Alabama Supreme Court and has time on his hands, and this seat comes open.
Bolin is one of the most respected and popular public servants in our state. He is also one of the most accomplished Jefferson County political figures of this era. He is Jefferson County through and through. He was born and raised in Homewood, went to college at Samford University and law school at Cumberland School of Law on Lakeshore Parkway in Homewood.
He and his wife, who is also from Jefferson County, currently live in Vestavia.
Bolin practiced law in Jefferson County for almost two decades then was elected probate judge of Jefferson County where he served for 16 years. While serving as probate judge, he was elected to the Alabama Supreme Court, where he served for 18 years. He is a man of utmost integrity. Jefferson County is fortunate to have him take on this task.
Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www. steveflowers.us.
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Scouts with Boy Scout Troop 50 of Wetumpka look on as American flags are properly disposed of during a ceremony at Gold Star Park.
Commission approves applying for domestic violence grant
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Like it has done for almost 25 years, the Elmore County Commission approved seeking funding to fight domestic violence.
The potential grant through the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs has been awarded to Elmore County in the past.
Assistant district attorney Jenny Hamiltion sought the commission’s approval to apply for the grant as it has done previously. She said the same $114,000 grant will be sought, and it requires a 25% match the agencies were asking the commission to pro -
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Hamilton explained the grant application has changed and the sheriff’s and district attorney’s offices now apply separately.
vide. The grant would partially fund four sheriff’s deputies, two prosecutors and three victim services personnel.
Hamilton explained the grant application has changed and the sheriff’s and district attorney’s offices now apply separately.
The commission approved a special events retail alcohol license for the Black Jacket Symphony at The AMP on Lake Martin for an event on July 22-23. Commissioner Mack Daugherty said it is similar
Greene said Main Street is organizing special stops to hopefully give a summer day downtown a Christman feel.
“All of the businesses downtown will be decked out in their summer, Christmas in July attire complete with decorations,” Greene said. “We will have photos with summer Santa in The Alleyway. People will be able to
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who confirmed to me it was a pursuit and he had crashed ahead,”
Ofield said.
Ofield’s husband arrived 40 minutes after her vehicle was struck and a trooper was on
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to applications at the amphitheater before and there has never been an issue.
Public hearings will be held in August to vacate portions of Lakeshore Court and Neely Road. County operations officer said adjacent landowners had approached the county about it and didn’t anticipate any opposition from those landowners.
IN OTHER ACTION THE ELMORE COUNTY COMMISSION:
• Approved the minutes of the June 26
take home their own photos.”
Greene said those without a camera can take advantage of free photographs sponsored by River Perk.
Sometimes, summer weather is always cooperative, especially considering the heat.
“People don’t really love to get out and shop in the summer because of the temperatures,” Greene said. “We are hoping shoppers will be encouraged to come downtown and spend some time in the air conditioned shops.”
scene 20 minutes later. She then waited another hour in traffic to get home.
Ofield is currently waiting to see how expensive the repairs to her vehicle will be.
She said the collision caused damage to several panels of her car.
“The collision center couldn’t even do
strike that caused it,” Bright said. “Two people saw the lightning and moments later the house was on fire. All of the goats were at the opposite end of Spectre under the church.”
Millbrook Fire Department responded to the call that
meeting.
• Approved the memorandum of warrants totaling $1,266,945.23 between June 18 and June 24.
• Appointed commission chairman Bart Mercer to the Alabama County Commission Association’s legislative committee.
• Approved county holidays and commission meeting dates for fiscal year 2024.
• Authorized the chairman to execute documents to resurface and stripe Willow Springs Road from Jasmine Hill Road to Redland Road.
The next meeting of the Elmore County Commission is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday July 27.
Greene said food trucks will be parked around downtown and photo ops similar to Galentines will be set up. Retailers will have items available for sale such as clothing that will be eligible for sales tax free purchases. Retailers are also planning to make things even more attractive for shoppers.
“We are going to have special sales,” Martin said. “We are going to have some surprise things set up for customers, some fun stuff. We have some fun treats for those who com
their estimates until Wednesday, July 5,”
Ofield said. “Then it will take several days for insurance to make a decision.”
Ofield is hoping to hear something soon if insurance will total her vehicle.
Outside of the damage to her vehicle, Ofield considers herself
destroyed one structure.
The Town of Spectre was created on Jackson Lake Island for the filming of “Big Fish” which was released in 2003.
The Tim Burton film featured many locations in and around Elmore and Montgomery counties. The homes in the Town of Spectre are basic structures with no interior walls and were created for one of the movie sets for “Big Fish.”
lucky. “It was a terrifying experience of course,” Ofield said. “But I feel very lucky to have not been physically injured.”
ALEA said Garcia first struck on Interstate 65 a 2014 Dodge Ram pickup driven by David G. Vaughn, 63, of Deatsville.
Bright said the fire has generated lots of attention.
“We have gotten calls from numerous publications,” Bright said. “‘People Magazine’ even called.”
Bright said the Spectre and Jackson Lake Island were open Monday morning — less than 12 hours after the fire.
“Everything else is fine,” Bright said. “We are open as usual.”
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Elmore County engineer Luke McGinty, left, speaks with members of the Elmore County Commission before its meeting Monday.
Greetings from the corner of Bridge and Bridge. We are enjoying a brief drying out period as I write this week’s column. So much for gentle summer rains. We’ve had daily deluges for days now it seems!
Whenever the weather turns extremely hot or extremely cold, the phone at the church gets extremely busy. Our typical flow of weekly calls increases as temperatures reach extremes in either direction. We go from an average of 20 calls a week to 40 or more.
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The reason for this is easy enough to understand. People living at or below the poverty level do not have wiggle room in their monthly budget. They struggle to absorb unexpected increases in expenses. While many tighten their budget belt a notch or two, some have no holes left in their belts. I have been connected in one way or another to social service ministry all of my life. My father served a large Presbyterian church on Birmingham’s southside for 32 years. As director of community ministries, everyone who came to the church needing some form of assistance came through his office. I learned a lot from observing that ministry. First and foremost, I learned each and every child of God coming to any church for any reason deserves one thing above all else. All are entitled to respect. Whether the person coming to the
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classes beginning at 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning followed by regular service at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary. We will continue with Facebook Live Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and Worship Service at 11 a.m.
CARRVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH
Regular hours of service are Sundays- 9 a.m. Sunday School and 10 a.m. Morning Worship.
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
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, blankets,
church is deemed respectful or not, all should be met with respect from the start.
Being respectful does not mean serving as a doormat for anyone, nor does it necessitate being taken advantage of. Being respectful above all else means speaking the truth in love. As long as the truth spoken is actually true and the love shared is genuine, all will be well.
The moment either is fabricated, the wheels come off quickly. Sincere respect cannot be shared through gritted teeth. Sincere respect does not follow the passing of judgment. Genuine love, as afforded by God, is unconditional. Conditional love simply serves no lasting purpose.
Are there children of God in our community looking for handouts? Of course there are. There always will be in every community of the earthly kingdom. Children
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of God in that category still deserve to be treated with respect.
Are there children of God in our community who typically are able to meet their needs without assistance? Yes, there are. These folks are often classified as the “working poor.” These folks are never looking for a handout, because that does not fit their work ethic. At the same time, the working poor simply struggle mightily to overcome even the smallest unexpected additional expense.
Are there things government can do to relieve some of that stress? Yes, there are things that can be done and are being done at every level of government. Is government responsible for solving these economic challenges? I will leave you to answer that question on your own.
Can religious and other
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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.
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nonprofit organizations relieve some of that stress? Yes, they can and yes, they are. Can such organizations solve the underlying problems? No, they cannot. Can ordinary, everyday citizens make a difference? Yes, we can and yes, we are. As it turns out, this category of folks has the best and most potential to address the problem. Simply put, we can all be more aware of the lives of our neighbors. We all have something to contribute towards the greater good. We can do that through church, civic organizations, and as individuals showing concern for others. We cannot do anything when we are dismissive. Think about it and be willing to do your part.
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. FUMC
Tallassee - 1 Jordan Avenue.”
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Holtville football returning to form this summer
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
Holtville picked up the football only two weeks ago, but the Bulldogs are looking to make some noise in AHSAA Class 5A this season.
Holtville participated in two 7-on-7 tournaments last week and saw ups and downs in the process. The Bulldogs hosted a tournament and saw some
good things then traveled to Wetumpka last Thursday for the Battle for the County.
Holtville went 0-5 against the other county schools, losing all of its pool play games before being eliminated by Elmore County. And while the Bulldogs didn’t get any wins, Holtville coach Jason Franklin said his team got exactly what they went to the tournament for.
Elmore County football working through quarterback questions
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
Elmore County’s football team will feature one of the most experienced groups in AHSAA Class 5A, but the Panthers are missing one key component — the quarterback.
The Panthers return seven offensive lineman, all of which played significant minutes last season, the county’s leading rusher in CJ Wilkes, three-star receiver Jabari Murphy and the rest of the receiving corps outside of one graduate.
They will, however, have to replace threeyear starter Payton Stephenson, the 2022 Elmore County Offensive Player of the Year, at quarterback.
ECHS second-year coach Kyle Caldwell has three quarterbacks currently taking reps with the starters. Those three guys are Gage Davis, Seth McGhee and Reeltown transfer Caleb Spivey.
“All three of our guys are competing right now,” Caldwell said.
“Everyone knows we return our entire offen -
sive line and CJ, so that’s our offense right now. But it’s going to be really good to see what we can do outside the run game and they’re working hard. I’m not making it easy for them.”
All three potential starters have gotten their fair share of reps in the team’s 7-on-7 tournaments the last few weeks. The Panthers participated in a tournament at Alabama State two weeks ago then made the short trip to Wetumpka last week for the Battle for the County.
The Panthers’ second tournament was much improved from the first, and the Panthers ended up going 3-4 and made the championship.
Elmore County went 1-3 in pool play, securing a win over Holtville, and entered the single-elimination portion of the tournament as the No. 4 seed. The Panthers then won back-to-back games over Holtville and No. 1 seed Stanhope Elmore to punch their ticket to the championship.
Elmore County fell
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
Eight years after graduating from Edgewood Academy, Josh Crawford is back home.
Crawford, a 2015 graduate, has been hired as head coach of the boys basketball team and offensive coordinator for the football team.
“We came over here to get some reps and get after it a little bit,” Franklin said. “We made some plays and we didn’t make some other ones. It is what it is. I’d rather us screw up now than later on. We just have to do a better job of timing things up going forward.”
Holtville is coming off
DILLARD BROTHERS LOOK
TO MAKE BIG IMPACT FOR WETUMPKA
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
Evan Dillard doesn’t look like the typical AHSAA Class 6A wide receiver, but Wetumpka coach Bear Woods doesn’t care what he looks like.
Dillard, a rising junior for the Wetumpka football team, stands at only 5-foot-5 and 130 pounds. While he may be small in stature, he doesn’t seem small on the field.
Dillard is preparing to be one of the top receivers on the Wetumpka roster and showcased that talent in the Battle for the County 7-on-7 tournament last week.
The Indians went 5-1 and won the inaugural championship, and Dillard was one of the biggest reasons why. Dillard caught a touchdown pass, or two, in almost every single game that Wetumpka played.
And when Wetumpka was given its trophy at the end of the night, the Indians picked Dillard up on their shoulders
and let him carry the trophy as high as he could.
“Evan brings our team so much speed and what he really has is sure hands,” Woods said. “He has all the skill sets, and right now we need receivers who we can rely on to catch the ball. He can do that. He’s going to be fun to watch.”
While Dillard will look to break into the starting lineup of receivers, his brother Mike is looking for another successful season in the backfield.
Mike Dillard was the starting running back for Wetumpka last season, and he found plenty of success with quarterback Nate Rogers back there. He rushed for 327 yards a year ago and added seven touchdowns.
At 5-foot-9 and 205 pounds, Mike is a bruiser and did a lot of dirty work for the Indians when the team got near the goal line.
He found success in the passing game to, as he reeled in nearly 100 receiving yards on the season.
Dillard played a big role in the Indians’ Battle for the County win as he caught passes out of the backfield all night. But the senior running back also trotted out onto the field and played linebacker for the defense. Woods said every senior’s door is closing on football, so he’s getting everyone on the field and trying to get the most out of each player that he can. That includes Dillard playing both ways this upcoming season.
“I told Mike Dillard that he’s not coming off the field so he better get into shape,” Woods said. “We’re going to get every bit of juice we can out of him. He responded in a big way. He’s risen to the occasion and the responsibility we’ve given him.”
Wetumpka returns a good portion of its offense this season, and most importantly returns Rogers for his thirdstraight season as starting quarterback. The dual-threat star has multiple Division I
See DILLARD, Page B2
“It’s a great opportunity for me to just be back home,” Crawford said. “I’m around the guys who are going through the same program I went through and playing the same football I got a chance to play. It’s an opportunity to give back to these guys and help them learn and grow like my coaches did for me.”
Crawford is a household name around Edgewood Academy. The former star running back was a threetime All-State selection and helped lead the Wildcats to a 41-0 overall record and three state championships in 2012, 2013 and 2014.
Following a senior season where he rushed for 1,200
MIDDLETON THE HERALD Holtville’s Keiland Baker, an all-state selection from a year ago, attempts a pass in the Battle for the County 7-on-7 tournament last week.
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An Elmore County quarterback attempts a pass in the county 7-on-7 tournament. The Panthers have three quarterbacks - Gage Davis, Seth McGhee and Caleb Spivey - fighting for the starting job.
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Edgewood Academy coach Josh Crawford helps instructs local kids during a youth football camp.. The 2015 Edgewood graduate has been hired as the head boys basketball coach and the offensive coordinator for the football team.
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Wetumpka junior Evan Dillard holds the Battle for the County 7-on-7 tournament championship trophy after Wetumpka beat Elmore County in the title game. Dillard looks to play a big role at receiver for Wetumpka this season.
offers, including Marshall and Alabama State.
Rogers scored 23 total touchdowns last season, but the Dillard brothers added eight and were responsible for exactly 25% of Wetumpka’s offensive scoring last season.
Now with a year of varsity experience under their belt, Woods is hoping they take another step leading the team.
“Both Dillard boys have done a fantastic job up to this point, and we’re going to continue as a coaching staff to pour into them and try to make them better football players and leaders,” Woods said.”
When Evan does line up at receiver this season, it may look funny seeing him next to returning senior Malik Owens. Owens, at 6-foot-4, is 11 inches taller than Evan and is the team’s top returning receiver. Woods isn’t worried about the size of his players as long as they produce on the field. Just last season, his secondary had a starter that stood at 6-foot-2 and a starter at 5-foot2.
“It’s funny, but that’s what is so great about high school sports,” Woods said. “You get a real diversity of size and speed. That’s why this is the greatest sport ever. You have all that diversity and you come together for one goal.” DILLARD
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a first-round playoff appearance and returns some key players to its offense, including allstate quarterback Keiland Baker. Baker split reps last season as a starter with senior Tanner Potts, but
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yards and 27 touchdowns, Crawford went to Vanderbilt to play college football. He finished his career in Nashville with 191 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
Following his playing career, he has coached at both the high school and college levels. He spent a few seasons at Autauga Academy with his former head coach Bobby Carr, then was a graduate assistant at Tennessee State and Utah.
This past season was spent with the University of Utah, where he served as an assistant running backs coach and helped lead the Utes to a Pac-12 championship and a Rose
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short to eventual champion Wetumpka, but Caldwell was pleased with the way his team competed against the other county teams.
“Our guys really just accepted the challenge,” Caldwell said. “We had an off day in the first 7-on-7, and we went back and worked
enters the 2023 season as full-time quarterback and high expectations. Baker finished last season with over a 50% completion rate with 913 yards, nine touchdowns and seven interceptions. He made a big impact on the ground with 630 rushing yards and nine more touchdowns.
He returns his top
Bowl appearance.
“It’s different coaching college and high school, but it’s just teaching the game of football at the end of the day,” Crawford said. “You have to teach the game at both levels. So we really just have to make sure the guys understand concepts and improve their IQs.”
As offensive coordinator, Crawford will have to work with a brand new quarterback this season. The Wildcats lost threeyear starter Austin Champion to graduation, and now comes a new face at that position.
Crawford is not entering the team with a specific offense in mind as he says it’s best to know your personnel first.
“We’re going to make sure we put our guys in the
on things. It’s good to fail because you know what you need to work on. They took that failure in a positive way and accepted it. They’re growing as a team together, and that’s what is most exciting for me.”
It was a much improved showing for the entire offense, and Elmore County has started to figure out who will be catching passes from their future starting quarterback.
receiver from a year ago, Erik Adkins. The rising senior had 28 catches last season for 480 yards and five touchdowns.
Aidan Perry, Elijah Headley, Cayden Gaither, Jarquez Brown and Cedrick Croskey all return to help out in the receiving corps, and each caught at least one touchdown pass a year
best position for them to be successful, whether that is the Wing-T or the spread,” he said. “We’re going to do what’s best for us and we’ll attack it that way.” On the basketball court, Crawford will replace Darryl Free. The Wildcats finished last season with a 23-4 overall record and claimed the AISA Class AA state championship.
While he was a football star for Edgewood, Crawford also starred on the basketball team. His teams never won the state championship, but they did play for the title in 2015.
“I’m grateful to be the basketball coach too,” Crawford said. “We fell short my senior year and now I get the chance to come back and coach the guys who have already won a championship and
Murphy is a mainstay as he is the leading returning receiver in the county after catching 55 passes and 10 touchdowns a year ago. But he isn’t the only receiver expected to step up and play a bigger role this year. Hayes Fulmer is someone Caldwell is expecting a big year from as well as newcomer Noah Wilmoth, who reminds Caldwell of Garrett Allen from a year ago. Justin Brooks will also
ago. They combined for 54 receptions. “We’re going to have to get some more production out of our slot receivers, and that’s why we’re here practicing,” Franklin said. “We only have a few formations and plays right now but we’ll get more heavily involved as the summer goes on.”
The Holtville offense
know how to win it. So now we’ll keep working and getting better every day.”
Coming off the championship, Edgewood will have some returning faces but lost a lot of key players. Austin Champion and Cooper Hall both graduated after being named to the all-county team, and Thomas Justiss transferred to Elmore County.
Despite the three big losses, Edgewood still returns seven seniors and will look to defend its title this season.
“We have a really good group of seniors and I’m looking forward to working with all of them,” Crawford said. “We will try to make them understand that the standard was set last year and we have to meet that.”
make an impact at tight end. The Panthers will use him both as a receiver and as a traditional tight end, and Caldwell hopes he can be a game changer for them this year.
“We’re going to put his hand in the dirt and let him play a traditional position because he’s a strong kid,” Caldwell said. “When you put a tight end down, it can change everything for a defense.”
will have to find a new running back to pair with Baker in the backfield as Shawn Brackett has graduated. The all-county star reached the end zone 14 times and topped 100 yards in five games last season.
Croskey is the team’s returning rusher outside of Baker, and he had 22 rushes for only 74 yards. No player on the
2023 roster outside of Baker scored a rushing touchdown last season. The running backs aren’t getting as much work in 7-on-7 tournaments as they usually serve as across the middle checkdowns with no lineman on the field, but Franklin is hoping to get that group ready to go when the fall rolls around.
Edgewood Academy hosts youth football, volleyball camps
By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor
The Edgewood Academy volleyball and football teams both hosted youth camps this week for players ages 5 to 13.
The main focus for each camp was teaching kids the fundamentals but that varied from kid to kid depending on age, abilities and experience.
On Monday morning, the volleyball team hosted 16 campers. The morning session consisted of teaching the players how to correctly pass and hit the ball accurately. As the week progressed, first-year coach Brad Starks continued teaching the younger players the basics and had his more experienced varsity players help with the more advanced campers.
He said the team was hoping to reach double digits, and he was pleasantly surprised to see 16 campers on Monday.
“I think it’s really exciting for these campers,” Starks said. “They come in and they get to see the college-bound players we have and the championship banners and they think ‘Maybe in five or six years, I’ll be doing the same thing.’ The number of campers we have is nice because we have one varsity player per camper so every single person is getting plenty of individual attention.”
While the 16 volleyball campers learned in the Edgewood gymnasium, the football team took its players out to the field.
Head coach and athletic director Chad Michael spread multiple stations across the football and practice fields and helped 20 campers learn various skills. On Monday morning, Edgewood had both offensive and defensive drills. Among those were drills teaching players how to tackle, how to correctly hold the football so they don’t fumble, how to backpedal when playing in the secondary among others.
“We’re trying to just let the kids have fun and introduce the game of football to them in a fun way,” Michael said. “We want them to learn a little bit and really just have fun playing football out here with everyone else.”
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
An additional 2.15 acres could be annexed into the City of Wetumpka in the near future, according to last week’s city council meeting.
City attorney Justin Edwards read an ordinance asking for the annexation of the property, which is owned by Blue Ridge Properties LLC. The owner is seeking the annexation and is hoping it will be moved into the city limits for a residence to be constructed.
Edwards read the ordinance at the council meeting for the first time Wednesday. The council will vote on annexation at its next meeting.
Councilmember Kevin Robbins was absent from the meeting.
IN OTHER ACTION THE WETUMPKA CITY COUNCIL:
• Approved minutes of the June 20 meeting.
• Approved installation of cameras at the
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TOP: A camper rests her head on the volleyball at Edgewood Academy’s youth camp on Monday morning.
ABOVE RIGHT: Two kids practice tackling during Edgewood Academy’s youth football camp on Monday morning.
ABOVE LEFT: Edgewood Academy’s Lindsey Brown, a University of Alabama commit, works with campers at Edgewood Academy’s youth football camp.
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Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Matthew L. Ross and Amy K. Ross, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Nationwide Mortgage Concepts, a Limited Liability Corporation, on March 30, 2010, said mortgage recordProbate of Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY Book 2010 and Page 13550; the undersigned PHH Mortgage Corporation, 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 August 29, 2023, 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, AlaSubdivision, Plat Number 2, asty, Alabama, in Plat Book 12, Page 100.. Property street address for informational purposes: 115 Allen Drive , Millbrook, AL 36054. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR EN-TIES 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 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 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. PHH Mortgage Corporation, (“Transferee”) Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., 2501 20th Place South, Suite 300, Homewood, AL 35223 www.tblaw.
Wetumpka Herald: 23-01143 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Randal B Ingram And Margaret F Ingram Husband And Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for MortgageAmerica, Inc., its successors and as-
signs dated October 28, 2004; said mortgage being recorded on November 17, 2004, in Book 2004, Page 81624 in the of Elmore County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to Nationstar Mortgage LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2022, Page 64018 in the of Elmore County, ALABAMA. The undersigned, Nationstar Mortgage LLCunder and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Elmore County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on the 3rd day of August, 2023 the following property, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot 5, Block D, according to the Map of Prattville East Addition Plat No. 5, as recorded in the of Elmore County, Alabama, in Plat Book 11, at Page 80. Said property is commonly known as 1953 Tara Drive, Prattville, AL between the property address and the legal description the legal description will control. Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), the right of redemption of any taxing authority, all outstanding liens for public utilities which constitute liens upon the property, any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, easements, rights-of-way, zoning ordinances, restrictions, special assessments, covenants, the statutory right of redemption pursuant to Alabama law, and any matters of record including, but not limited to, those supeout above. Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the abovenamed or the undersigned. The successful bidder must present of the winning bid at the time and place of sale. 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. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to prohibited under the U.S. Bank-of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage. NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC as holder of said mortgage McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Two North Twentieth 2 20th Street North, Suite 1000 Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 216-4238 FT21@mccalla.com File No. 23-04876AL www.foreclosurehotline.net Wetumpka Herald: 23-04876AL
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR ADOPTION IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA AT CASE NUMBER: A2023019 TO: CODY FREE, WHOSE WHEREABOUTS ARE UNKNOWN, THE FATHER OF L.B.G. AND NOTICE TO ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTY Take notice that a Petition forMICHAEL CHANCE, as Petitioner, for the adoption ofELAINE GRIFFITHS on Februto contest this adoption. Be ad-a written response with the Proof this notice. The Probate Court
consider such Petition without JOHN THORNTON PROBATE JUDGE
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PEDDLERS LICENSE APPLICATION
Notice is hereby given that application has been made to the Millbrook City Council for approval of a Peddlers License for Vivint, Inc. for door to door sales. Said application has been set for Public Hearing before the City Council on July 25, 2023, at 6:00p.m. in the Council Chambers, 3900 Grandview
Road, Millbrook, Alabama. All persons who desire shall have an opportunity to be heard or may indicate his or her wishes in writing in favor of or in opposition to the above item. The item may be reviewed at the Millbrook City Hall, 3160 Main Street, Millbrook AL 36054 or call (334) 285-6428 for additional information. Lori Davis, City Clerk, City of Millbrook
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 5 and 12, 2023 APPLICATION/VIVINT
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H&L Construction, Inc. hereby gives notice of completion of contact with the State of Alabama for construction of Project# HRRR-2622(250) in ELMORE County. This notice will appear for four consecutive weeks beginning on 7/12/23 and ending on 8/2/23.
O. Box 1025, Troy, AL 36081 during this period.
/s/Mona T. Knotts
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19, 26 and Aug. 2, 2023 COMPLETION PUBLIC NOTICE
The following motor vehicle has been reported as “unclaimed” Code of Alabama 1975. MAKE: Volkswagen or entity in possession of an reporting the motor vehicle as shall send notice to the oner and lienholder of record by receipt requested or electronic
pq motor vehicle may be redeemed upon payment of the following vehicle:
Cobbs Ford Rd. day accrue daily. If this motor vehicle is not re deemed by the recorded owner calendar days from the date of shall be considered as aban Code of Alabama 1975. The motor vehicle may then be sold pursuant to the provisions of the Alabama Abandoned Mo tor Vehicle Act as provided for Code of Alabama 1975. in order to redeem this vehicle.
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Wetumpka Herald: AV/18 VOLKSWAGEN PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR ROOFING CONSTRUCTION BIDS A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING is scheduled for Thursday, July 20, 2023, at 10:00 AM CST, at Building E, Room E-120 at the Patterson Site of Trenholm State Community College, 3920 Troy Highway, Montgomery, Alabama 36116 at
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Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2023
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In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Mobile Communications America, (Contractor), has completed the Contract for (Construction), (Renovation), (Alteration),(Equipment) and (Improvements) of Reeltown Water Tank E9-1-1 Radio Communication Shelter and Related Electrical Power and Grounding Equipment at 775 Webster Ford Rd, for the State of Alabama and the (County)of Tallapoosa (City) of Tallassee, Owner(s),and have made reContract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Tallapoosa County
Dadeville, Al 36853 Attn: Anita Haggerty (Owners) Mobile Communication America (Contractor) 4116 First Ave North Birmingham, Al 35222
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19, 26 and Aug. 2, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM EARL ALLEN, CASE NO: 2023-175 DECEASED NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
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DANIEL. JR. LAW OFFICE OF G A DANIEL, JR. LLC POBOX 638 MILLBROOK. ALABAMA 36054 334-285-9444
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Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 5, 12 and 19, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOAN ELAINE BEASLEY, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-159 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JOAN ELAINE BEASLEY, deceased, having been granted to BRYAN PAUL CURTIS on June 16th 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.
BRYAN PAUL CURTIS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JOAN ELAINE BEASLEY, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for
Personal Representative: JAMES E. “SAM” JOHNSTON ATTORNEY AT LAW 4371 MARLER ROAD PIKE ROAD, ALABAMA 36064 334-215-7596
Wetumpka Herald: Jun. 28, Jul. 5 and 12, 2023
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DONNIE L. HARDEN, SR., DECEASED. CASE NO. 2023-154 NOTICE OF FILING OF WILL FOR PROBATE
TO: DONNIE HARDEN, JR., A NON-RESIDENT OF THE STATE OF ALABAMA AND NEXT OF KIN OF DONNIE L. HARDEN, SR.; DECEASED YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on June 8, 2023, a certain paper in writing purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of DONNIE L. HARDEN, SR., deCourt of Elmore County, AlaLast Will and Testament be ad-
such Estate. This notice of Filyou as a next-of-kin of DONNIE L. HARDEN, SR. Unless an oband Record of such Last Will and Testament is submitted by you in writing to this Court withincation of this notice, the Court will proceed with consideringtice to you.
JOHN THORNTON ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA
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JACQUELINE E. AUSTIN
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ESTATE OF PEGGY CAROL MARTIN, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: KELLY LEE ATTORNEY AT LAW 164 WEST 5TH STREET PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36067 334-358-0685
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19 and 26, 2023
EST/MARTIN, P. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM LARRY POWELL, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-264 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of WILLIAM LARRY POWELL, deceased, having been granted to MARK A. POWELL on July 5, 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. MARK A. POWELL
PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM LARRY POWELL, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: GERALD A. DANIEL, JR. LAW OFFICE OF G A DANIEL, JR. LLC P O BOX 638 MILLBROOK, ALABAMA 36054 334-285-9444 Jerry@GADanielLaw.com
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PUBlIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA INTHE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS JEFFERSON WATSON, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-176 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of THOMAS JEFFERSON WATSON, deceased, having been granted to THOMAS RANDAL WATSON on June, 29, 2023 by Justin Edwards, Special Judge of Probate Court 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. THOMAS RANDAL WATSON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS JEFFERSON WATSON, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: D. JASON BRITT STONE, BRITT & WEBB, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST P O BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABMA 36092 334-517-6520
furnished using the forms included in the bid documents or available online from the Alabama Community College System website (https:// www.accs.edu/facilities/). All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by Trenholm State Community College; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered. Trenholm State Community College reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Trenholm State Community College’s judgement, the best interests of Trenholm State Community College will thereby be promoted.
Owner: Director of Facilities Louis Campbell Cell 334.799.6567 lcampbell@trenholmstate.edu
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 5, 12 and 19, 2023
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Wiregrass Construction Co, Inc hereby gives notice of completion of contract with The Alabama Department of Transportation, for construction of Project No: STPMN-2620(259) Elmore County, Widening, reCR-3 (Ingram Road) from the junction of SR-14 Northeast of Millbrook to the junction of CR-7 (Deatsville Highway) in Deatsville. In the County of Elmore, State of Alabama. This notice will appear for four consecutive Wednesdays beginning on 05 July 2023 and ending 26 July at: Wiregrass Construction Co, 1342 Carmichael Way, Montgomery, Alabama 36106 during this period.
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In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Eagle Pro LLC, Contractor, has completed the Contract for renovation of HVAC Renovations for Holtville Elementary School at Holtville, Alabama for the State of Alabama and the County of Elmore County, Owner(s), and havement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Morris Engineering LLC 903 South Perry
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of WILLIAM EARL ALLEN, deceased, having been granted to WILLIAM SHAWN ALLEN on June 30, 2023 by John Thornton. Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice 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 SHAWN ALLEN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM EARL ALLEN, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JACQUELINE E. AUSTIN ATTORNEY AT LAW P O BOX 908 108 COURT ST WETUMPKA. ALABAMA 36092 334-567-4874 jeaatty@aol.com
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19 and 26, 2023 EST/ALLEN, W. PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2023-170 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES DAVID ALSTON, DECEASED
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JAMES DAVID ALSTON, deceased, having been granted to KRISTEN BARR on the 29th day of June, 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. KRISTEN BARR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES DAVID ALSTON, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: CHARLES L. ANDERSON ANDERSON, WILLIAMS & FARROW. LLC 7515 HALCYON POINTE DRIVE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36117 334-272-9880
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 5, 12 and 19, 2023 EST/ALSTON J. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BENNIE JACK ARNOLD, SR., DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-168 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of BENNIE JACK ARNOLD, SR., deceased, having been granted to JUSTIN R. ARNOLD on June 29, 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. JUSTIN R. ARNOLD ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF BENNIE JACK ARNOLD, SR., DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: GERALD A.
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM JACK DEMPSEY, DECEASED. CASE NO. 2023-118 NOTICE OF FILING OF WILL FOR PROBATE TO: TIMOTHY W. DEMPSEY AND RHONDA LYNNE DEMPSEY WINFIELD NON-RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF ALABAMA AND NEXT OF KIN OF WILLIAM JACK DEMPSEY; AND TO: JESSICA LOEGLER AND CECELLA ANNE HOWELL HARBIN WHO ARE ALSO NEXT OF KIN OF WILLIAM JACK DEMPSEY AND WHOSE WHEREABOUTS ARE UNKNOWN: AND TO: ANY OTHER UNKNOWN NEXT OF KIN OF WILLIAM JACK DEMPSEY, DECEASED AND TO: ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTY YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on April 28, 2023, a certain paper in writing purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of WILLIAM JACK DEMPSEY,bate Court of Elmore County, Alabama by DAMEAUGHN DEAUGHN DEMPSEY, Petitioner, requesting that such Last Will and Testament be admitted to Probate and Record and that thePetitioner 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 WILLIAM JACK DEMPSEY 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: RODERICK B. PERDUE ATTORNEY AT LAW 2033 HOLTVILLE ROAD WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-567-7373
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19 and 26, 2023 EST/DEMPSEY, W.
PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLYN CHRISTINE HUNT, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-166 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of CAROLYN CHRISTINE HUNT, deceased, having been granted to JUSTIN HUNT on June 22, 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.
JUSTIN HUNT PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLYN CHRISTINE HUNT, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for Personal
Representative: MICHAEL A. GRIGGS THE GRIGGS LAW FIRM, LLC PO BOX 780452 TALLASSEE, ALABAMA 36078-0452 334-283-2893
Wetumpka Herald: Jun. 28, Jul. 5 and 12, 2023 EST/HUNT, C.
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HARVEY JAMES, SR., DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-015 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of HARVEY JAMES, SR., deceased, having been granted to VALERIE PERKINS and BRIAN JAMES on the 7TH 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.
VALERIE PERKINS and BRIAN JAMES CO-ADMINISTRATORS OF THE ESTATE OF HARVEY JAMES, SR., DECEASED Name and Address of Attorneys for Administrators: JACQUELINE E. AUSTIN ATTORNEY AT LAW P O BOX 908 108 COURT ST WETUMPKA. ALABAMA 36092 334-567-4874 jeaatty@aol.com
JIM T. NORMAN, III LAW OFFICES OF JIM T. NORMAN, III, LLC P O BOX 680670 PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36068 334-365-9955
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19 and 26, 2023 EST/JAMES, H. PUBLIC NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF JASON BERYL KIRKLAND, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-174 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of JASON BERYL KIRKLAND, deceased, having been granted to SANDRA OTT KIRKLAND on July 7, 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.
SANDRA OTT KIRKLAND ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JASON BERYL KIRKLAND, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: MARSHA SCOTT SCOTT ATTORNEYS, LLC 300 GUINEVERE COURT OPELIKA, ALABAMA 36801 334-303-1613
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PEGGY CAROL MARTIN, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-173 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of PEGGY CAROL MARTIN, deceased, having been granted to DAVID R. MARTIN on June 30 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. DAVID R. MARTIN ADMINISTRATOR OF THE
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19 and 26, 2023 EST/POWELL W. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TERESA S. RICHBURG, CASE NO: 2023-172 DECEASED NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of TERESA S. RICHBURG, deceased, having been granted to MANDERLEY RICHBURG COOLEY on June 23, 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. MANDERLEY RICHBURG COOLEY ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF TERESA S. RICHBURG, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: RICHARD K. VANN, JR ATTORNEY AT LAW P O BOX 347 MONTGOMERY. ALABAMA 36101 334-834-1180
Wetumpka Herald: Jun. 28, Jul. 5 and 12, 2023
EST/RICHBURG, T. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CARRIE RUTH ROBERTSON, DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-136 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of CARRIE RUTH ROBERTSON, deceased, having been granted to ELLA RUTH ROBERTSON on July 5th, 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. ELLA RUTH ROBERTSON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CARRIE RUTH ROBERTSON, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: LEE A. RANKIN NORRIS & RANKIN, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 2410 COBBS FORD ROAD MILLBROOK, ALABAMA 36054 334-290-5071
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 12, 19 and 26, 2023 EST/ROBERTSON, C. 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 July 24th, 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: Jul. 12, 2023 STORAGE SALE
Wetumpka Herald: Jul. 5, 12 and 19, 2023 EST/WATSON, T. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES WILLIAMS, SR., DECEASED CASE NO: 2023-149 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of CHARLES WILLIAMS, SR., deceased, having been granted to NETTIE WILLIAMS HAYES on June 29, 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. NETTIE WILLIAMS HAYES ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES WILLIAMS, SR., DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: DESIRAE LEWIS ATTORNEY AT LAW THE LEWIS LAW FIRM. PC P O BOX 81 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-731-3198
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Property is located at: SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 Sec 19. T20N, R20E Parcel ID: 06 04 19 0 000 010.000 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 19, 2023, a Petiwherein the following were SE 1/4 Sec 19, T20N. R20E:
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Elmore County, Alabama, at 100 E Commerce Street, Wethe legal hours of sale on Auand interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Begin at the SE corner of the SW ¼ of SE ¼, Elmore County, Alabama; thence West feet to East right of way of Statewesterly along said right of wayfeet; thence South along Quarof Beginning to Section 12, concurrently with this mortgage. The property is located in El-sure sale and conveyance incident thereto are subject to the legal rights of any existing federal tax liens, mortgages, special assessments, easements, restrictions, and reservations appearing of record. THISMENTS, ENCUMBRANCES,ED IN THE MORTGAGE AND THOSE CONTAINED IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED
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est 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. The sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. Address: Memory
McDonough Street, MontgomBy: /s/ Stuart H. Memory Stuart H. Memory, attorney for First Community Bank of Central Alabama
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Federal Aid Project No.
HSIP-0009(588) ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA
Sealed bids will be received by the Director of Transportation
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Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain Mortgage executed by Charles Timothy Wood and Joy B. Wood in favor of First Community Bank of Central Alabama, on March 22, 2019, said mortgage recorded March 29, 2019, in the of Elmore County, Alabama, and, pursuant to the laws of the State of Alabama, the undersigned First Community Bank of Central Alabama, under and by virtue of the power of sale provision and other terms contained in said Mortgage, elects to declare the entire indebtedness secured by said Mortgage due and payable, and will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder, for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse of
THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under cermay 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 nonrefundable deposit of One
time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price by noon the next business day address indicated below. First Community Bank of Central Alabama reserves the right to award the bid to the next high-
per set. Plans and Proposals
bids. The bidder’s proposal
the Secretary of Labor and are set forth in the advertised spec-
that in any contract entered into this invitation and will not be
sideration for an award. The reserved.
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Federal Aid Project No.
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Eclectic restaurant expands to downtown Wetumpka
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Another dining option will open in downtown Wetumpka at the intersection of Bridge and Hill streets.
WOW Cafe of Eclectic confirmed a rumor some had heard this week with a post on social media.
“WOW Cafe is opening a new location in downtown Wetumpka,”
WOW posted on Facebook. “We are proud to announce The Lofts restaurant-space has been leased and construction will begin soon.”
Webb Smith was one of the partners in developing The Lofts at Bridge and Hill with its rooms on the second floor and planned restaurant space below. When The Lofts opened last year, Smith and others were searching for the right fit for the downstairs space. He anticipated a restaurant and found one in WOW. Smith and WOW will now have to figure out an opening date, which has yet to be determined.
“We are still waiting for engineering plans for the kitchen and will have to wait for a couple pieces of kitchen equipment,” Smith said. “Availability of equipment puts us at odds with this project and others as well. It is unrealistic at this time to guess when WOW might open.” Main Street Wetumpka executive director Haley Greene said landing another downtown Wetumpka restaurant
serves a need.
“When you go into the restaurants around here, there is almost always a wait, especially for dinner,” Greene said.
Greene said a recent
survey noted a need for more restaurants.
“We are excited to have another dining option in downtown
Wetumpka,” Greene said. “We obviously need more restaurants downtown. I think if you ask any resident
they will tell you there is a need for restaurants. It looks like the public is thrilled it is going to be WOW.”
