02-09-2022 Wetumpka Herald

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By Cliff Williams The commission passed a resolution another meeting. But Elmore CounStaff Writer at its Monday meeting setting a pub- ty Schools superintendent Richard

By Cliff Williams Franklin Wilson was the headmatter basketWilson was released on a and handed it offElmore lic hearing on the for 5investigation p.m. Dennis laid out what Coun- said investigators Staff Writer with thethe Elmore County Sher- $6,000 bond 90 minutes afcoach atconsider Holtville High atolocal the appropriate School and county leaders are hop-ballFeb. 28 “to requesting ty Schools authorities. had done to protect and was amendment to increase He was also placed on adminising to get an ad valorem referendumSchool constitutional funds it currently has andiff’s the Office needs have the alleged vic- ter turning himself in accordA virtual teacher at 2023.

Elmore placed tim’s phone. Authorities collect- ing to the Elmore County Jail on ad- in education, public trative leave that time.” on the ballot for January the investment of theatgrowing school system at MonCountyCounty School’s program ed Wilson’s website.

Dennisday’s said commission school officials Elmore andEdge Tallassee schoolministrative safety, public health and broadband.” meeting.

Dennis phone as well. has been arrestedforand charged “You could see a conversaJan. County 13 Dennis said Wilson also follow the been same procedure leaders are asking a net increaseleaveElmore chief operations of- has at the helm of Elmore Couna and employee tion to El-Beyer said the resoluwhen administrators ofwith sevenschool mills in funding distribfor capitalaccording ficer Richie ty Schools forreceive five years is between proud the two,” Frank- coached other sports at Holtreport against lin said. “Mr. Wilson is going ville schools including being uting obscene material toprograma stu- more projects and educational tion County currently being considered by of of allegations the progress made. school staff and employees. dent. contend someone had the the head track coach and assisSchools supering needs based on projected growth. the commission would leave votes by “We worked on puttingtoourselves “Once we hand it over, we Elmore County Sheriff Bill security code to his phone and tant football coach. intendent RichCounty leaders are hoping for an ad- Elmore County residents only decid- into a fiscally responsible position know very little about what is Franklin said Emmanuel Andre he was not ard Dennis.

Dennis said other staff would ditional increase of two mills, as well. ing yes or no for aWILSON 10-mill ad valor- so we could account for everything,” responsible. There of Wilson at going on,” Dennis said.

“We Wilson II, 32, of Montgomery is other information we can’t “We had a refill in for the duties It will take one more step before the em increase with eight mills going to Dennis said. “Every area we could CLIFF WILLIAMS / THE HERALD cooperate with authorities if disclose now but I don’t think Holtville while he is on adminturned himself into authorities port,” Dennis Elmore County Commission can ask education and two mills to the coun- have savings, we worked on there.”

Elmore County Schools superintendent Richard Dennis gives a Tuesday afternoon. it’s beneficial to Mr. Wilson.” istrative leave. said. “We had a preliminary necessary.” the legislature to put it on a ballot for ty. Beyer said the county’s plans for presentation to the Elmore County Commission on how funds See SCHOOLS, Page A3 a special called election in 11 months. the increase would be discussed at from a proposed ad valorem increase would be used.

Chamber holds luncheon

GALENTINE’S ON MAIN welcoming members

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer

Members of the Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce attend the chamber’s “A Taste of Our Home Town” luncheon.

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.

“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

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It was a fun-filled ladies day in downtown Wetumpka as Main Street Wetumpka hosted Galentine’s on Main.The event brought popup shops, music, movies and discounts to those taking part in the Saturday fun.

Shops had discounts for those in attendance and local restaurants had specials for the special day

Police Paint the Park continue investigation, man no longer suspected

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Runners braved the cold for the annual Paint the Park for Jody run to raise money for a scholarship in memory of Jody Sanford. The run through downtown Wetumpka Saturday left most everyone covered in bright blue green, orange and pink powder paint.

By Jake Arthur Chief Videographer

Police are still investigating the fatal shooting in the Wetumpka Walmart parking lot on Jan. 20.

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.

According to Wetumpka police chief Greg Benton, this was not a random shooting.

“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.

“It’s not a good way to start out the new year,” said Benton.

Benton didn’t want to speculate on the

Two tornadoes confirmed in Elmore County Thursday areas of flash flooding were reported.

One of the tornadoes in Elmore County touched down northeast of A slow-moving cold front moved Deatsville around 5 p.m. and lasted through Central Alabama during the only three minutes. It had a maximum afternoon and evening hours of last wind speed of 80 mph, and the damThursday, causing a round of severe age path was 2.13 miles long by 100 storms to fire up across the region. yards wide.

Staff Report schoolwide assembly at Holtville the school culture from that of a shift in a positive direction. The A supercell thunderstorm that develAccording to the National WeathHigh School. Elmore County Su- school struggling with low mo- school experienced a 62 percent oped in far eastern Mississippi then er Service, the tornado began near The Alabama Association of perintendent Richard Dennis was rale, achievement and attendance decrease in discipline referrals, produced three tornadoes across Highway and Todd Road Secondary School Principals in attendance for the presentation. to aEF2 school that strives for excel50 111 percent decrease in where chronic West Alabama.

Additional storms furlarge branches and a pine tree were (AASSP) named Holtville High “Kyle Futral is an exception- lence. By collaborating with staff, absenteeism, 7 percent increase ther south produced two EF0 tornadowned.

The tornado approached the School principal Kyle Futral the al principal and is very proac- many of the school’s issues were in the graduation rate, 33 percent does in Elmore County. south side of the lake, crossing the 2022 Alabama High School Prin- tive and innovative in his think- identified and addressed. Futral’s increase in CCR rate and a 20 perThe line ofleadership storms stalled and western endincrease of Shady Nook Drive cipal of the Year. ing and approaches to managing stylealong of listening, en- cent in ACT proficiency south of thecouraging, Interstatesupporting, 85 corridor. where additional timber damage ocHERALDsaid, The High School Principal of hisSUBMITTED school,”/ THE Dennis organizing in the last five years.

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The path crossed over two Some damaged in Elmore County as a principal brief EF0 tornado the roofs Year were award was presented to As of Holtville High and challenging the staff stuaround sevendents, plus caused inches the andschool several homes Nook Drive, but noA3 PRINCIPAL, Page came through the area.Jan. 28 during a School, Futral has transformed Futral on Friday, culture to at ShadySee

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Obituaries Mrs. Betty Rutland Douglas It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Betty Rutland Douglas, age 75, of Montgomery, on January 26, 2022. Her beloved family was by her side as she slipped away into His Keeping.

Betty’s loss will be forever felt by Rod, her husband of 55 years; her two daughters, Jennifer Douglas Roemershauser of Houston, TX and her husband Carl, and Brooke Douglas Nyberg of Montgomery, AL and her husband Kel; her beloved grandchildren: Bailey Elizabeth Nyberg (20), Katherine Claire Roemershauser (17), Evan Douglas Nyberg (15), and Spencer Roy Roemershauser (14); her brother and sister-in-law Larry and Brenda Rutland of Rock Hill, SC, brother-in-law and sis-

ter-in-law Mike and Linda Douglas of Jacksonville, AL; her nieces Kelly Hagan Farley, Beth Hagan Couch, Kasie Rutland Bailey, Amy Rutland Hardister, and Jill Douglas Hathcock; and her nephews David Hagan and Jeffrey Rutland. She will also be dearly missed by her best friend since childhood, Sharron Yancy, and her friends at the First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka, AL. Betty is predeceased by her parents, Berry Rutland, Jr. and Marie Robinson Rutland, and her sister Annette Rutland Hagan.

Betty was born in Clanton, Alabama on December 19, 1946. She lived in Alabama for most of her life, with the exception of various Air Force postings in San Antonio, TX, Honolulu, HI and Altus, OK that she and Rod shared in the early years of their mar-

riage.

Betty graduated from Glencoe High School in 1965. She met Rod on a blind date orchestrated by her best friend Sharron, and in 1966, Betty and Rod married in Glencoe, AL. For many years she devoted herself to being a wife and mother, but in the mid-1980s while the family lived in Piedmont, AL, she decided to go back and complete her college degree. Betty always taught her daughters that when you start something, you give it your absolute best until you finish, and her own return to college was no exception; she made the Dean’s List every semester. In 1988, after induction into the Kappa Delta Pi education honor society, she graduated with special honors from Jacksonville State University with a degree in elementary education, which she promptly put to use, with most of her time spent as an elementary school teacher at Faith Christian School in Anniston.

Betty finally retired from teaching to spend more time with her grandchildren, who consider her to be the world’s greatest Nana. After retirement, she and Rod moved to Wetumpka to be closer to family and lived there for 15 years before moving to Montgomery this past summer. She was active in the First Presbyterian Church of Wetump-

ka, serving for a time as an Elder, and participating in the church’s quilting group. Betty’s kind heart and compassion for others was demonstrated by how she used her gifts. Like her mother before her, Betty was an incredibly talented seamstress and spent many years making all manner of items, including quilts, blankets, and hats for nursing home residents and the babies in the neonatal intensive care unit at Baptist Hospital South, where Brooke works as an RN. Her yard and gardens were her other pride and joy and her flower beds were stunning in the spring.

There will be an informal visitation with the family on Saturday, Feb. 5th. at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka, 100 West Bridge Street, Wetumpka, AL 36092. A celebration service will be held in the church sanctuary at 11:30 a.m., led by Betty and Rod’s longtime pastor and good friend, Jonathan Yarboro. Arrangements have been coordinated by the incredibly caring employees at Gassett Funeral Home & Crematory, Wetumpka, AL. Special thanks are extended to Dr. and Mrs. Jim Mracek and the dedicated and compassionate team of doctors, nurses, and other caregivers in the CICU at Baptist Hospital South.

In lieu of flowers or other gifts, please consider a do-

Police Reports WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMENT Feb. 1

• A domestic incident was reported on Green Street.

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

Jan. 31

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

Jan. 30

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

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

Jan. 29

• Burglary was reported on Ann Parkway.

Jan. 28

• Burglary was reported on Main Street.

Jan. 27

• Domestic violence was reported on Hollowood Lane.

TALLASSEE POLICE DEPARTMENT Feb. 7

• Harassment was reported on Lower Tuskegee Road.

• Chemical endangerment of a child was reported on Central Boulevard.

• Debris was reported in the roadway on Gilmer Avenue.

• Identity theft was reported on Barnett Boulevard.

• Animal control was requested on Notasulga Road.

• Animal control was requested on Riverside Avenue.

• Livestock was reported in the roadway on Indian Trail.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Mooney Hollow Road.

• A motorist was assisted on North Ann Avenue.

• A domestic dispute was reported on Stewart Street.

• A welfare check was conducted on Stewart Street.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Friendship Road.

Feb. 6

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on Gilmer Avenue.

• Gun shots were reported on Freeman Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on Barnett Boulevard.

• An assault was reported on Gen. Chappy James Street.

• Burglary was reported on Central Boulevard.

• Livestock was reported in the roadway on Indian Trail.

• Harassment was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

nation in Betty’s memory to the UAB Comprehensive Transplant Institute, care of UAB Gift Records AB 1230, 1720 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35294-0112. Many of you may know that in 2016, Betty became a liver transplant recipient after a diagnosis of idiopathic liver cancer. She was, and those of us who love her will continue to be, forever grateful for the priceless gift from her selfless donor and his family, as well as the talented doctors, nurses, coordinators, and researchers who gave us six more years of precious memories with her that we would not have otherwise had. We encourage everyone to be a hero and sign up to be an organ donor, whether that is online today at https://alabamalifelegacy.org/Registration. aspx, or when you renew your Alabama driver’s license.

Online Guest Book available at www.gassettfuneralhome.net Robert S. Czerpak Robert S. Czerpak, 81, of Eclectic, AL, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, PA, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Robert (Bob) will be dearly missed by all that knew him. He was born January 23, 1941 in Middletown, PA, son of the late Stanley Czerpak and Ruby Harmon Czer-

Feb. 5

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Outer Drive.

• A noise complaint was reported on West Roosevelt Street.

• A motor vehicle accident with no injuries was reported on East Patton Street.

• Trespassing was reported on Friendship Road.

• A juvenile complaint was filed on Freeman Road.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on Barnett Boulevard.

• Theft was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on Barnett Boulevard.

Feb. 4

• A white male, a Black male and Black female were arrested on Gilmer Avenue.

• Harassment was reported on Sims Avenue.

• Harassing communications was reported on Sims Avenue.

• A stolen vehicle was reported on Hillcrest Street.

• A noise complaint was reported on East Roosevelt Street.

• Reckless driving was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Notasulga Road.

• A white male was arrested following a traffic accident on Paxton Drive.

• Reckless driving was reported on Washington Street.

• Assistance was given to medics on Benson Avenue.

• Two white males were arrested on Macedonia Road.

• An animal complaint was reported on North Ann Avenue.

• Theft was reported on Preer Street.

• A traffic accident with no injuries was reported on E.B. Payne Senior Drive.

Feb. 3

• Assistance was given during a medical on Barnett Boulevard.

• Two white males were arrested on Macedonia Road.

• An abandoned vehicle was reported on Friendship Road.

Feb. 2

• A noise complaint was reported on Jordan Avenue.

• Unauthorized use of a vehicle was reported on First Street.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Outer Drive.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on Gilmer Avenue.

•A Black male was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.

• A juvenile complaint was reported on Mott Lane.

• Assault was reported on Gilmer

pak Hawk. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Czerpak, Sr. and sister, Joan Shondelmyer and her husband Bill. Bob is the beloved husband of Rita Czerpak of 57 years and loving father of Mike Czerpak (Jean), Diane Diable (Barry) and Judy Westbrook (Brian). He is also a loving grandfather of Angela Diable (Addison), Christopher Czerpak (Kirsten), Heather Czerpak (David), Amber Hill (JW), Justin Westbrook and Emily Westbrook (Austin) and Great Grandfather of Brayden Dopson, Penelope Stafford, Natalie Boswell, Brantley & Rayleigh Hill, and Zander & Zackery Robert Schafer. Bob also had several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends including Tom Waldrop and lifelong friends, Tom Tucci & Bill Lenoch. Bob was an Air Force Veteran and loved spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, cruises and traveling.

By request of family, funeral services were private.

Condolences and contributions may be sent to Rita Czerpak at 1730 Fleahop Road, Eclectic, AL 36024 to help offset funeral expenses. Online condolences may be posted at www. linvillememorial.com.

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Avenue.

• Assault was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assault was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Reckless driving was reported on North Dubois Street.

• Assault was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assault was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• A white female was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.

• Unauthorized use of a vehicle was reported on Third Avenue.

• A noise complaint was reported on Third Avenue.

• A welfare check was conducted on Highway 229.

• A Black male was arrested on First Avenue.

Feb. 1

• An animal bite was reported on Recreation Center Road.

• Suspicious activity was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• A juvenile white female was arrested on Ice Plant Road.

• Gun shots were reported on Third Avenue.

• A disorderly subject was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• A white male was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.

• Harassment was reported on Macedonia Road.

• Theft was reported on Salem Place • Assistance was given to the Tallassee and Friendship fire departments on a brush fire on Butt Mill Road.

• Breaking and entering a motor vehicle was reported on Lilly Avenue.

• A welfare check was conducted on Friendship Road.

• Livestock was reported in the roadway on Indian Trail.

• Assistance was provided to a motorist on Notasulga Road.

• Property damage was reported on West Gantts Mill Road.

• A Black female was arrested during a traffic stop on Gilmer Avenue.

• A domestic incident was reported on Lower Tuskegee Road.

Jan. 31

• A juvenile complaint was reported on Fourth Street.

• Reckless driving was reported on Freeman Avenue.

• A vehicle was reported on Oak Heights Road.

• A Black male was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.

• Trespassing was reported on Jordan Avenue.

• Menacing was reported on Jordan Avenue.

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Commission planning county-wide spring cleanup

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer Elmore County commissioners Henry Hines and Mack Daughtery are hoping a little competition will lead to trash being picked up.

Both renewed challenges to clean up Elmore County during the annual clean up April 22-24.

“My pet peeve is cleaning up Elmore County,” Hines said at Monday’s Elmore County Commission meeting.

Hines challenged every civic group, sports team and church group to pick up litter.

“It’s over an entire weekend,” Hines said. “A sports or youth group can pick up on Friday or Saturday. A church group can pick up on a Sunday afternoon.”

Daughtery said the date of the county cleanup is the same as the Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA) cleanup on Lake Martin. Hines said it is the same weekend as the Lake Jordan HOBOs cleanup.

To help, county officials are providing a way to gauge the competition by getting teams to sign up, provide collections materials and pick up the bagged litter. Hines said the needed information would be on the county’s website.

ARPA funds allowing projects

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was passed last year to financially help states, counties and communities combat the impacts of

the COVID-19 pandemic. There was just one problem, very little guidance on how the funds could be spent was provided. Now with guidance mostly in place, the county commission passed an allocation plan.

“I’m thankful the federal government finally got us the guidance to expend these funds,” commission chair Troy Stubbs said. “It took a long time to have a final rule to actually have those and implement funds for this.”

Elmore County chief operations officer Richie Byer said Elmore County was receiving $15.7 million in ARPA funds and about $7.1 million would be spent on water and sewer projects across the county. Some of the funding is being shared with the City of Tallassee to allow the refurbishment of the downtown water tank that is currently underway.

Getting ahead of the game

It’s no secret that almost every industry has supply chain issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. County officials are attempting to stay on plan with a three-year rotation program of motor graders and heavy duty trucks and dump trucks.

“This lowers our operational expense,” Elmore County chief operations officer Richie Beyer said. “Our vendors tell us we need to go ahead and order to get them in fiscal year 2023.”

Modern technology

The commission approved a mo-

tion to execute a memorandum of agreement with the Montgomery Metro Communications Cooperative District. The agreement would allow all first responders in Elmore County to move to digital communications and provide better service for calls in some areas of the county.

Beyer said it would also be beneficial to other county departments.

“We are still using VHF,” Beyer said. “This would allow us to upgrade public works and even for schools to digital at little or no cost.”

In other action the Elmore County Commission: • Approved minutes of the Jan. 24 meeting.

• Approved warrants totaling $1,716,558.48 for the period of Jan. 15 to Jan. 28.

• Approved a petition for reimbursement of excess funds from a tax sale of real property.

• Approved a consent docket consisting of travel for county employees and personnel moves.

• Was reminded the Elmore County Administrative Complex would be closed Feb. 21 in observance of Presidents’ Day. • Was reminded the Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is Feb. 25 to Feb. 27.

The next scheduled meeting of the Elmore County Commission is scheduled for 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28.

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to the west of the Martin Dam Hydroelectric Plant.

The tornado was on the ground for about a minute.

In that minute timeframe, the tornado reached wind speeds of 70 mph and created a damage-path of nearly a quarter of a mile by 100 yards wide. No injuries were reported with either of the tornadoes in Elmore County.

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Some metal carports on Marina Road in Elmore County were tossed and damaged by an EF0 tornado Thursday.

Jacksons Gap. At one point, Dadeville was under two separate tornado warnings at the same time. No damage was reported in Tallapoosa County, however.

The storms weakened as they continued east, but

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Elmore County Schools is the 13th largest system in the state according to Dennis and he said the system has done a lot with its money.

“We are operating at a foundation level in Elmore County,” Dennis said. “We don’t ever get far above that foundation level because we just don’t have the funding to go that far.

Before COVID we were 134 out of 137 per pupil spending.”

Despite being near the bottom in spending per student, the system is doing a good job in educating children. Dennis said Elmore County Schools are ranked 23 out of the 137 in quality of education.

“That takes into account all of the testing from grades three to 11,” Dennis told the commission.

Dennis acknowledged that Elmore County Schools are finishing $50 million in capital projects across the county, but growth indicates more needs. He said in the last five years 662 students have been added to the system due to students moving into the area and future needs show a new high school being needed in the Holtville community and possibly adding onto the just completed Redland Middle School to accommodate families moving to Elmore County.

Dennis also wants to eventually rebuild the oldest parts of Elmore County High School in Eclectic while adding to the programs across the county.

Dennis would like a performing arts center at Wetumpka and the renova-

localized flooding was a concern. Tallapoosa County and Elmore County had various flood advisories issued Thursday and Friday, but no flooding damage was reported.

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tion of an old gym at Stanhope Elmore to serve a similar multiple purposes with a stage.

Any increase in ad valorem would also be shared with Tallassee City Schools based on student populations.

Tallassee superintendent Brock Nolin was at the commission meeting and said future plans for Tallassee Schools included rebuilding the annex and old gym on the Tallassee High School campus built in 1938.

COVID-19 funds short lived

Dennis said Elmore County Schools are taking full advantage of extra funds for the COVID-19 pandemic.

Those funds account for 14 percent of the system’s current revenue and will fully expire by 2024.

Dennis those funds are being used to cover unfunded mandates such as extra nurses and providing STEM labs in all middle schools and most elementary schools across the county.

“With the COVID funding, we brought in additional personnel to help,” Dennis said. “While we have that funding we are able to support those additional numbers.”

Dennis said the county system is also using some of the COVID-19 funding to replace HVAC systems, something allowed with air filtration in mind.

Education would only net seven mills

While Elmore County Schools is asking for eight mills in ad valorem increase, the system would only receive the net effect of seven mills.

Currently Elmore County has passed only nine mills of ad valorem

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confirmed on Feb. 3 were three EF2 tornadoes in Sumter, Hale, Greene, Bibb, Tuscaloosa Counties, one in the community of Sawyerville claimed one life and injured eight others.

and the state requires 10 mills to participate in the foundation program.

“We definitely get more than we put in,” Dennis said. “One of the mills would be to backfill the one the state has implemented to get us to 10 mills for the foundation program.”

Dennis said the way the resolution from the Elmore County Board of Education was written would only allow 1.5 mills to be spent on programs and personnel with the remaining 5.5 mills going to capital projects.

Dennis said county schools would not leverage the entire amount borrowing only as needed for larger projects.

Eleven months to an election

Just because the commission asks the legislature to consider the increase does not mean the money will be available for county and school leaders anytime soon.

The measure would potentially be taken up by Elmore County voters in a special election in January 2023 and another year before collections start. It’s time Elmore County Commission chair Troy Stubbs wants the public to educate themselves on the issue between now and then to determine the best choice.

“It is 11 months from now when it could potentially be on a ballot for the people of Elmore County to vote on,” Stubbs said. “That means we have 11 months for real conversation in our county to determine whether or not this is something that is needed in our county.”

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The World Games 2022 will place Birmingham and the entire state of Alabama squarely in the global spotlight.

Believe it or not, this oncein-a-lifetime event is only a few months away with approximately 3,600 athletes from more than 100 countries and up to 500,000 visitors expected to flood Birmingham for one of the world’s largest athletic competitions.

Folks, there are many questions about the World Games 2022. Is it the biggest sports party in state history? Is it a way to reconnect humanity in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic? Is it a chance for sports fans to witness history? Is it a showcase for Birmingham that can elevate and enhance the city’s and state’s image?

This is Birmingham’s gold medal moment. It is a moment to show the world that the story of Birmingham and the entire State of Alabama is the story of perseverance and triumph. It is a moment we will remember with pride for the rest of our lives.

So, what is The World Games which is happening July 7-17 in Birmingham? The easy answer is it is “the new generation of global sport competition,” organized with the support of the International Olympic Committee. These are the fastest growing sports in the world and several of them compete on the Summer Olympic platform, also. So, we will have a lot of the Olympians that competed in Tokyo last summer competing again here.

Elite athletes from all over the

Alabama? Alabama will welcome the world to the biggest athletic event in STEVE the Southeastern United States since the Atlanta Olympics in 1986.

FLOWERS Our renowned southern hospitality Columnist will be on full display. Visitors from around the world will be exposed to Birmingham’s vibrant food scene. world will converge in Birmingham They will see a city and state no to participate in 34 sporting longer defined by the brutal blackcompetitions at over 25 venues and-white images from the 1960s, around the metro area. but a place that has grown and It is also so much more. The matured. schedule includes mainstream sports The Opening Ceremonies promise that many Alabamians have heard to showcase Birmingham on the of, like flag football presented by global stage. That is why local, state the NFL, softball, lacrosse, bowling, and national leaders have come waterski jumping and wakeboarding together to support the World Games and sumo wrestling. Fans will also 2022. The business community in enjoy emerging sports like parkour, Alabama, especially Birmingham, are sport climbing, drone racing and fully engaged. canopy piloting.

Folks, remember, this is the There are multiple disciplines first time the event has been held of dance sports, as well as many in the United States in more than different types of martial arts, 40 years, and Birmingham is the including Muay Thai and Jiu-jitsu. perfect place to bring the world back Don’t forget about sports that most to America. Birmingham’s story Alabamians have never encountered, is America’s story – built on hard such as floorball, korfball, beach work, perseverance, and teamwork. handball and tug of war.

“I believe Birmingham and the entire The sports program also includes State of Alabama is going to show wheelchair rugby, making The World up in a big way on the global stage,” Games 2022 making the first multisays Nick Sellers, Chairman of the sport international competition to World Games 2022. include an adaptive sport as part of The World Games 2022 gives the regular sports program.

Birmingham and Alabama a true Alabama is filled with sports fans, chance to shine. and The World Games truly has See you next week. something for anyone and everyone to enjoy.

Steve Flowers is Alabama’s As more and more people in leading political columnist. His Alabama and beyond learn about weekly column appears in over 60 The World Games, organizers face Alabama newspapers. He served another question: What impact 16 years in the state legislature. will The World Games have on Steve may be reached at: www.

Birmingham and the State of steveflowers.us.

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emember when Joe Biden ran a presidential campaign on a promise of unity and governing from the middle? He seemed to have forgotten that promise the moment Democrats took control of the Senate, assuring Democrats control of the White House and Congress. In fact, over the past year, the Biden administration has been the most radical we have ever seen. However, with Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer’s announcement that he will be retiring, President Biden has a chance to finally stand up to the radical socialist activists who seem to be running his government and honor his campaign promise.

Unfortunately, it appears Biden will double down on his radicalism.

The President’s pledge to exclude any nominee who does not meet racial and gender requirements is un-American and will only further divide our country. This is a missed opportunity for President Biden, and his year of failures sadly will be extended into 2022.

called the “America CONCEDES Act.” Instead of getting tough with China, this bill cozies up to BARRY China – the country that lied to us MOORE about the origins and dangers of the coronavirus it created, commits Columnist rampant human rights abuses, and is the greatest perpetrator of mass I received a classified genocide on the planet today. briefing from some of the Biden If that wasn’t bad enough, administration’s top officials about Speaker Pelosi had the nerve the worsening Russia-Ukraine to instruct American athletes standoff. It is clear that Biden’s competing in the Beijing Olympics calamitous Afghanistan surrender to remain silent about China’s was a green flag to Russian human rights abuses to avoid President Vladmir Putin to increase angering the Chinese Communist his aggression, and Putin’s bet that Party. She told our athletes with a we would not have the strength to straight face, “do not risk incurring counter his Ukrainian strategy seems the anger of the Chinese government to have been the right one for him. because they are ruthless.” She Make no mistake, Biden’s failure says she “worr[ies] about what the of leadership is the cause of our Chinese government might do to current situation in which we simply their reputations, to their families.” do not have any good options to Why is Speaker Pelosi so insistent deal with Russia’s moves in Eastern that Americans look the other way at Europe. the evil that the Chinese government House Democrats rushed through is trying to spread across the globe!? their sham “America Competes It’s simple - Speaker Pelosi wants to Act,” which would be better put America LAST.

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Campaign season officially kicks off

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer The political signs have been up for months.

But now the deadline has passed for candidates wanting to run for public office as Democrat or Republican.

Many incumbents are seeking reelection, some unopposed.

The announcement of the retirement of Mike Holmes as District 21 Alabama House of Representative has R.T. Barksdale, Chadwick Smith and Troy B. Stubbs seeking the office to represent portions of Elmore County in Montgomery.

The primary election for the party primaries is May 24.

Candidates can still qualify as independent by going through the Secretary of State’s office or the appropriate county Judge of Probate by May 24.

Below is a list of candidates who have qualified as a Democrat or Republican.

REPUBLICAN United States Senate Lillie Boddie Katie Britt Mo Brooks Karla M. Dupriest Mike Durant Jake Schafer U.S. House of Representatives District 2 Barry Moore (incumbent) District 3 Michael T. Joiner Mike Rogers (incumbent) Governor Lindy Blanchard Lew Burdette Stacy Lee George Kay Ivey (incumbent) Time James Donald Trent Jones Dean Odle

Community Calendar PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: After more than a yearlong hiatus, Preschool Storytime has resumed at the Wetumpka Public Library. The first story time was held on Friday, May 14, and will take place every Friday at the library at 10 a.m.

ECLECTIC TOWN C O U N C I L M E E TINGS: Eclectic Town Council meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at Town Hall.

Council meetings begin at 7 p.m. with work sessions taking place prior to the meeting at 6 p.m.

Meetings are held in the Dr. M. L. Fielder Municipal Building, 145 Main Street.

NAACP MEETINGS: The Elmore County Branch No. 5026 of the NAACP meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Tuesday (executive committee) and every fourth Tuesday (full membership) at the Martin Luther King Center at 200 North Lancaster St. in Wetumpka.

LIVING WORD: You belong here. You and your family are always welcome here. We are located at 1826 Kowaliga Road Eclectic, across from the Dollar General. Call 334-492-0777 for more information.

OPEN MIC: The Equality Performing Arts Center hosts an open mic jam session from 7 to 9 p.m. every second Friday of the month at 560 Highway 9 in Equality. There is no charge but donations are welcome as they keep the center running. Bring a snack or finger food to share during the intermission.

Dave Thomas Dean Young Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth (incumbent) Attorney General Steve Marshall (incumbent) Harry Bartlett Still III Alabama Supreme Court Place 5 Greg Cook (incumbent) Debra Jones Place 6 Kelli Wise Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen Christian Horn Ed Packard Jim Zeigler Treasurer Young Boozer Auditor Stan Cooke Rusty Glover Andrew Sorrell Public Service Commission Place 1 John Hammock Stephen McLamb Jeremy H. Oden (incumbent) Brent Woodall Public Service Commission Place 2 Chip Beeker Robin Litaker Robert L. McCollum Alabama Board of Education Place 2 Alex Balkcum Tracie West (incumbent) 19th Judicial District Circuit Court Judge Place 2 Joy Pace Booth Jessica Sanders Place 3

Amanda Baxley Fifth Judicial District Circuit Court Place 1 Kevin M. Hall Ray D. Martin (incumbent) Fifth Judicial Circuit Court District Attorney D. Jeremy Duerr (incumbent) Mike Segrest 19th Judicial Circuit Court District Attorney Jennifer Mae Holton CJ Robinson 40th Judicial Circuit Court District Attorney Joe Ficquette Coosa County District Court Judge Carlton L. Teel (incumbent) State Senate District 25 Will Barfoot (incumbent) District 27 Jay Hovey Tom Whatley (incumbent) District 30 Clyde Chambliss Jr. (incumbent) State House District 31 R.T. Barksdale Chadwick Smith Troy B. Stubbs District 33 Ben Robbins District 75 Reed Ingram District 81 Ed Oliver (incumbent) District 88 Will Dismukes (incumbent) Jerry Starnes Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin (incumbent)

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Wetumpka man to serve more than 12 years in federal prison Staff Report Richard Herbert Smith, 45, of Wetumpka was sentenced Wednesday to 145 months in federal prison, according to United States Attorney Sandra J. Stewart.

Smith was convicted in June of federal gun and illegal drug charges.

According to court records and evidence presented at Smith’s trial, law enforcement learned that Smith was selling cocaine to a co-conspirator, Ronnie White, 51, of Montgomery. According to Stewart in December 2017, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle being driven by Smith and found five ounces of cocaine and a firearm.

Stewart said the jury heard testimony that White regularly purchased cocaine from Smith and that White was expecting to buy between five and nine ounces on the day of the traffic stop. Other testimony was provided indicating that Smith often carried a firearm during these transactions and that he would occasionally conduct the illegal drug sales while wearing his Air Force Reserve uniform.

Ronnie White, who is a convicted felon, previously pleaded guilty to distribution of cocaine and being a felon in possession of a firearm. He was sentenced to 37 months in prison in July of this year.

The judge also ordered that Smith serve three years of supervised release following his prison sentence and pay a fine of $35,000.

This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Montgomery Police Department, with assistance from the Prattville Police Department, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and the Alabama National Guard Counterdrug program. Assistant United States Attorneys Russell T. Duraski and Mark E. Andreu prosecuted the case.

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YMCA breaks ground for new swimming pool Staff Report A new pool is coming to the Wetumpka YMCA. Plans for the new pool were revealed during a groundbreaking ceremony on Jan. 31. The new

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Elmore County commissioner Troy Stubbs is proud to see the Y continue to grow and serve the Wetumpka community.

“There is something for everyone at the YMCA,” Stubbs said. “Things like building a swimming pool will not only bring recreational activities for families, but it will develop swimming programs for our schools and provide life-saving swim lessons. We have had too many children drown in the Coosa River in the last 10 years and teaching kids how to SUBMITTED / THE HERALD swim at a young age will Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis speaks at the groundbreaking of the be a real difference-makWetumpka YMCA pool. er for our community.”

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Former correctional officer sentenced in inmate assault Staff Report An Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) lieutenant was sentenced Friday to 108 months in a federal prison for failing to stop an inmate assault.

Willie M. Burks III, 41, is a former ADOC lieutenant who the Justice Department said failed to stop a correctional officer under his command from assaulting an inmate at the ADOC’s Elmore Correctional Facility.

Burks was convicted by a federal jury in July where the Justice Department said it established that on Feb. 16, 2019, former ADOC Sgt. Ulysses Oliver Jr., Burks’ subordinate, went to an observation room holding two handcuffed and unresisting inmates.

“Oliver, intending to punish the inmates for bringing contraband into the prison, pulled the first inmate from the observation room into an adjacent hallway, where he struck the victim multiple times with his fists and feet and then used his collaps-

ible baton to repeatedly strike the victim,” the Justice Department said in a statement. “Burks came into the hallway after Oliver had finished beating the first inmate. Burks then stood and watched as Oliver pulled the second inmate from the observation room, threw him on the floor and beat the inmate with his feet and his collapsible baton. Despite having the duty, ability and opportunity to intervene to stop Oliver from beating the second inmate, Burks only stood by and said, ‘it’s fair.’”

Other ADOC correctional staff who reported to Burks were present for some or all of the assaults, but none intervened to stop Oliver from beating the inmates.

The Justice Department said Burks allowed Oliver to come back into the observation room where the victims were held.

“As Burks again stood by and did nothing, Oliver entered, stood over the victims, and shoved the tip of his baton into the face of one of the victims, lacerating the victim’s

face,” the release said.

Oliver and two other former corrections officers have pleaded guilty in connection with this incident. Oliver pleaded guilty to assaulting the two inmates on April 2, 2019. Former ADOC correctional officers Bryanna Mosley and Leon Williams pleaded guilty in May and July 2019, respectively, to failing to intervene to stop the assaults.

“Those working inside our jails and prisons have a duty to intervene in the face of unlawful and violent conduct being carried out by their colleagues,” assistant attorney general Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division said. “Under the Constitution, correctional officers may not physically assault inmates for violations of prison rules, and any officials who see this happening must do what they can to stop it. The Department of Justice will vigorously prosecute officers who stand by and do nothing while other officers brutalize inmates in their charge.”

U.S. Attorney Sandra J. Stew-

art for the Middle District of Alabama said just because corrections officers work in a prison is no reason for latitude in behavior.

“The job of a correctional officer can be difficult and hazardous,” Stewart said. “A vast majority of them serve with honor and are dedicated to upholding their duty to protect and serve. Unfortunately, some choose to ignore their sacred oaths and engage in criminal conduct or turn a blind eye when others do so. This office will continue to vigorously enforce our nation’s laws and hold officers who break the law accountable.”

ADOC’s Law Enforcement Services Division’s Chief Law Enforcement Officer Arnaldo Mercado agreed with Stewart that the actions of Burks and others is not justified because it happened in a prison.

“The unacceptable actions of Willie Burks in no way reflect the hard and tireless work of our corrections staff, who endeavor each day to provide a

safe and rehabilitative environment for all incarcerated people,” Mercado said. “We condemn in the strongest possible terms Burks’ behavior and blatant violation of his sworn oath to serve. Any and all incidents such as this are thoroughly investigated and, if appropriate, referred to the proper prosecuting authority. We extend our thanks to the DOJ for their as-

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Humane Society of Elmore County News – 7 Feb ‘22

By Rea Cord Executive Director February is Responsible Pet Ownership. Below are guidelines from the American Veterinary Medical Association (www.avma.org). Owning a pet is a privilege and should result in a mutually beneficial relationship. The benefits of pet ownership come with responsibilities which include: - Lifelong care of the pet. This means committing to the relationship for your pet’s entire life.

- Selecting a pet that is suited to your home and lifestyle and avoiding impulsive decisions.

- Recognizing that owning a pet(s) requires an investment of time and money.

- Keeping only the type and number of pets for which you can provide an appropriate and safe - environment. This includes appropriate food, water, shelter, health care and companionship.

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- Animals that spend extended periods of time outside require habitats that protect their health, safety, and welfare. Outdoor confinement of an animal should include provisions to minimize distress or discomfort to the animal, and assure access to appropriate food, water, and shelter from extreme weather conditions.

- Ensuring pets are properly identified (i.e., tags, microchips, or tattoos) and that their registration information in associated databases is kept up-to-date Adhering to local ordinances, including licensing and leash requirements.

- Helping to manage overpopulation by controlling your pet(s)’ reproduction through managed breeding, containment, or spay/neuter. Establishing and maintaining a veterinarian-client-patient relationship.

- Providing preventive (e.g., vaccinations, parasite control) and therapeutic health care for the life of your pet(s) in consultation with, and as recommended

Melony is a ten-month old female Lab/Pit looking mix, only about 40 lbs., came to as a stray and never reclaimed. She is super sweet, great with other dogs and loves attention from her people.

Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs and $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over oneyear-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, de-worming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs, rabies vaccination if old enough, free health exam with your participating veterinarian.

If you are interested in meeting Melony or any of our pets, please first email us at hselco@bellsouth.net for our Adoption Application. Once that is cleared, we will coordinate with you to set up an appointment to meet and adopt.

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- Preventing your pet(s) from negatively impacting other people, animals and the environment. This includes proper waste disposal, noise control, and not allowing pet(s) to stray or become feral.

- Providing exercise and mental stimulation appropriate to your pet(s)’ age, breed, and health status.

-Include your pets in your planning for an emergency or disaster, including assembling an evacuation kit.

-Making arrangements for the care of your pet when or if you are unable to do so.

- Recognizing declines in your pet(s)’ quality of life and making decisions in consultation with your veterinarian regarding appropriate end-of-life care (e.g., palliative care, hospice, euthanasia).

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I Thank God Upon Every Remembrance O ne of the great pleasures of grandparenthood is athletics. With three grandsons, we’ve been to innumerable soccer, basketball and baseball games and track events. Last summer I sat with my daughter watching a baseball game and saw a gentleman who looked familiar.

I asked my daughter who he was, and she said he was James’ grandfather. She found James’ mother on Facebook and told me her birth name was Baggett.

“That has to be Mark Baggett,” I said.

So, I went to speak to him and found it true.

Mark just retired from Samford University where he taught English and law. He

years at the school. We used to joke about the ill-fitting garage door that he installed!

MICHAEL Now here we were as J. BROOKS granddads cheering our grandsons who, fortunately, Columnist were teammates for the Vestavia Cobras.

I enjoyed sitting with Mark worked for many years with at a number of games and his father at “The Alabama getting caught up after many Baptist” newspaper. Mark years. came to Selma years ago to And it happened again a interview me for a story about few Saturdays ago. We were race relations in the city, and at a basketball game when a I always enjoyed visiting with gentleman came and tapped him when I found myself on me on the shoulder. It was Samford’s campus. I discovered former Alabama Rep. “Noopie” later he lived at 405 Bibb Street Cosby of Selma, who told in Marion when he worked me our coach was his son, at Judson College—the same Drayton, who was a little boy house we lived in during our 15 when we lived in Selma and

attended First Baptist Church together. Noopie was floor leader in the Alabama House of Representatives for Gov. Guy Hunt, met Susan in the governor’s office and later had Gov. Hunt perform their marriage!

Now here we were as granddads cheering our grandsons who, fortunately, are teammates for the Vestavia Hornets.

These experiences caused me to reflect on several things.

I thought of the old adage about being nice to everyone you meet, because you may meet them later and need their friendship and help!

More seriously, I also thought of old friendships from

long ago, and about the joy I’ve gained from people I’ve met.

The Apostle Paul took the last chapter of the book of Romans—what some call the greatest theological treatise ever penned—to call the names of good people who had encouraged him in his work.

Dr. Dale Moody called Romans 16 a “21-gun salute.” Indeed it is. Not a salute with guns, but a salute with the heart.

God enriches our lives with the people he places in our path.

Reflections is a weekly devotional feature written

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ABUNDANT LIFE Abundant Life Church 9301 U.S. Hwy 231, Wetumpka 5679143 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Agape Tabernacle Assembly of God 1076 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic 541-2006 Bethel Worship Center 11117 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 5675754

BAPTIST Abraham Baptist Church 2520 Lynwood Dr., Millbrook 2855213 Antioch Baptist Church 1115 Antioch Rd., Titus 567-2917 Beulah Baptist Church 2350 Grier Rd., Wetumpka 514-2881 Blue Ridge Baptist 4471 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 567-4325 Brookwood Baptist 3111 Grandview Rd., Millbrook 2856792 Calvary Baptist 504 W. Osceola St., Wetumpka 567-

4729 Central Baptist 3545 W. Central Rd., Wetumpka 5412556 Coosada Baptist 20 Kennedy Ave., Coosada Deatsville Baptist 184 Church St., Deatsville Eclectic Baptist Church 203 Claud Rd., Eclectic 541-4444 Faith Baptist 64 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 567-4417 First Baptist Church 205 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 5675191 First Baptist of Elmore Hwy. 14 Co. Rd. 74, Elmore Galilee Baptist 95 Old Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 5674178 Good Hope Baptist 1766 S. Fleahop Rd., Eclectic Goodship Baptist 1554 Hwy. 143, Millbrook 285-0094

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Holtville baseball sets sights on another deep postseason run

By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor The Holtville high school baseball team made quite the run to finish last year’s baseball season, and now the Bulldogs are ready for another run.

Holtville finished last year 27-13 and lost to St. Pauls in the third round of the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs.

This year’s team will try to build off that, and they have a good chance to do so.

The Bulldogs return eight of their nine position starters from a year ago,

and they return every single win on the pitching mound.

Holtville opens its season on Thursday, Feb. 17 at home against Stanhope Elmore.

“With everybody coming back, we will have a chance to make a little bit of noise this year if we keep everybody healthy,” Holtville coach Scott Tubbs said. “There’s a lot of things that go into being successful. If everybody does what they’re supposed to do, we should be fine. I think last year was a good stepping stone for us.

This year, I think it’s time for them to

step up and make some plays and do things right.”

For Holtville, it will all start on the pitching mound. The Bulldogs return all 27 wins from a year ago, and that starts with their top two premier starters.

Senior Todd Wilson and junior Randy Davis, both left-handed pitchers, return after combining for an 18-4 overall record a year ago.

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Todd Wilson, a senior left-handed pitcher, will headline a talented Holtville baseball pitching staff this year.The southpaw led the state of Alabama in wins (11) and complete games (8) last year.

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By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor The Wetumpka softball team featured one of the youngest teams across the state last season, and now head coach Daryl Otwell is hoping to see some growth from his young players this year.

Last season, Wetumpka finished the year with a 35-14 overall record as the Indians started three seniors, one junior, one sophomore and four freshmen.

Over half of Otwell’s lineup were underclassmen, and his entire pitching rotation composed of three freshmen.

Now all those girls are a year older, and they’re ready to make a run at an AHSAA Class 6A state championship. The Lady Indians start the season at home on Thursday, Feb. 17 against back-to-back defending 7A state champions Hewitt-Trussville.

“We started a lot of freshmen last year, and it’s always good to get a year older,” Otwell said. “It was our first really full year since I’ve been at Wetumpka because COVID messed with my first two years so bad. We’ve been able to do everything we needed in the offseason so I know these girls are excited to get started.”

Like it was last year, Wetumpka’s entire pitching staff should consist of their three star sophomores Mya Holt, Ashley Burgess and Ella Watson.

Holt and Watson served as the main two starters last year, while Burgess mostly pitched out of the bullpen when needed.

Holt finished the year with an 11-6 overall record and a 2.99 earned run average. She pitched a teamhigh 119.1 innings and struck out 100 batters over the course of the year.

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Wetumpka sophomore pitcher Mya Holt is set to lead the Lady Indians bullpen once again this year. As a freshman last season, Holt went 11-6 with a 2.99 ERA. She also led the team with seven home runs on offense.

Tallassee’s Daniels, Elmore County’s Stephenson reach 1,000 point club

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Senior point guard Jalyn Daniels joined the exclusive 1,000 point club on Monday night. He led all scorers with 25 points as Tallassee beat Booker T. Washington Magnet, 67-33.

Two of the area’s best basketball scorers reached career milestones recently.

Elmore County junior Payton Stephenson and Tallassee senior Jalyn Daniels, both guards, each reached the 1,000 point club at their respective school.

Daniels reached his milestone last Tuesday, Feb. 1, in a non-area win against Booker T. Washington Magnet on senior night.

Daniels had only six points at halftime, but reached the milestone with his ninth point in the game, which came on his first 3-point attempt of the second half.

Play was stopped and Daniels received an honorary ball to celebrate his achievement. He went on to lead all scorers with 25 total points. Starting with his 3-pointer

to reach the 1,000 point mark to begin the third, he scored 19 of his 25 points in the second half.

“For him to score 1,000 points is special,” Tallassee coach Keiven Mixson said. “He is my third player in the last five years to reach that mark. We talk about area championships and all this other stuff, but reaching that mark is a big honor to accomplish something like that on senior night. He’s a special player.”

Daniels and the Tallassee Tigers wrapped up their regular season with the win. The Tigers finished No. 3 in the area and played No. 2 Brewbaker Tech in the AHSAA Class JAKE ARTHUR / THE HERALD 5A, Area 5 tournament on Monday night.

The Tigers needed a win to advance to Payton Stephenson dribbles down the court during the the playoffs and continue their season. The AHSAA basketball game between the Elmore County Panthers and the Tallassee Tigers at Elmore County High See 1,000, Page B2 School in Eclectic, Ala on Friday, Dec. 17, 2021.

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earned run average and had 97 strikeouts. Davis, the team’s No. 1, went 7-3 with a 2.04 ERA and 69 strikeouts.

Both will headline the team’s pitching staff again, but Davis will not be ready to go as the season begins.

He is recovering from an arm injury and will just play first base until he is ready to pitch again. Tubbs believes he will be able to take the mound again in late March or early April.

Tanner Potts and Drey Barrett will also be returning and playing bigger roles on the mound. Potts, a junior, went 6-5 with a 4.77 ERA a year ago. Barrett, now only a sophomore but already committed to Southern Miss, went 2-0

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with a 1.60 ERA. Barrett only pitched 30 innings last year, the least of the four pitchers, but Tubbs said he expects a lot out of him after Barrett has gotten significantly taller since last year and put on around 25 pounds of weight.

“For us, pitching and defense is our bread and butter,” Tubbs said. “With us having all those guys coming back, I kind of like our makeup for the year. We have all our guys.”

For the position players, Tubbs didn’t think his Holtville squad was a great hitting team last year. The team hit for a combined .281 batting average and returns five starters who over .300 last year.

Wilson, who will start the season as the team’s ace, will also lead off most of the time. Behind him will be Sam Silas, who hit .323

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game did not finish in time for the print deadline. Daniels is averaging over 23 points per game this year.

Stephenson reached his mark on January 20th in an area win over Marbury. The high-scoring junior guard is averaging right at 25 points per game this year, and that’s what he had to do to reach his mark.

In the 77-68 win, he showed off his 3-point shooting range. He finished with 23 total points and went 6-of-11 from

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Watson had the best record and ERA on the team and went 19-1 over the course of the year with a 2.23 ERA. She pitched 106.2 innings with 81 strikeouts. Burgess pitched

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In the middle of the order, Barrett, Mikey Forney, Cooper Mann and Garrett Ingram are all expected to continue to produce.

Lane Talley, Potts, Dalton Yarroch and others will also play impactful roles throughout the order.

“I couldn’t spend as much time with the hitters as I wanted to with approaches last year,” Tubbs said.

“Now we’re making all that stuff a priority. Bunting and small ball and all that. We just had our first intrasquad and your pitching is usually way ahead of your hitting early. I’m not sure our hitting ain’t ahead of our pitchers right now. We put up 16 runs in our first one.

We hit a lot of balls into the gap and did a lot of things we didn’t do last year.”

3-point range. Two days prior, he scored 30 points in a loss to Marbury.

Stephenson is the top scorer for the Panthers, which currently have a 13-9 overall record and are the No. 2 seed in the AHSAA Class 5A, Area 6 tournament. Elmore County opened the tournament against No. 3 seed Holtville on Tuesday, with the winner advancing to the area championship and clinching a playoff spot.

The losing team’s season is over. The game did not finish in time for the print deadline. Check out game coverage online at www.thewetumpkaherald.com/ sports.

62 innings out of the bullpen and went 2-3 with a 2.94 ERA. “It was very rare that you start three freshmen pitchers throughout a season,” Otwell said. “We were really excited about our three, and they won 35 games between the three of them.

That was really impressive.

Now they’re a year older and they’re a lot stronger.

We feel like, even though they’re only sophomores, we feel really confident in that position.”

At the plate, Wetumpka lost three seniors, two of which hit over .300 last season. This year, they’ll need some more young players to step up and take over those roles. That will start at the top of the lineup, and the Lady Indians have one of the best players across the entire state leading off for them.

Junior Ashlynn Campbell will lead off for Wetumpka again this year, and she will continue to get on base like she always has. The Purdue commit led the team in average last year by a wide margin.

She hit .509 with 82 hits

and 62 runs. She was the only player on the team to record over 50 hits last year.

While Campbell continues to get on base, Wetumpka returns a lot of power with 20 of its 24 home runs hit last year returning. The leader is Holt, who hit .324 with seven home runs and a team-high 53 RBIs. Right behind her is Jasmine Russell, who recently signed with Albany State University. Russell hit .343 last year with four home runs and 39 RBIs. Filling out the lineup alongside those players will be sophomore Riley Dismukes, Watson, sophomore Cassidy Bowers and sophomore Maribeth Parette among others.

“I think a big thing for us this year is the middle of our lineup,” Otwell said.

“Last year we got into some trouble finding some consistency there, but this year you return Mya and Jasmine there. We are expecting some big things from them and from some of our other girls like Riley. We basically have everybody coming back.”

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Red roses are the most popular flower given on this day. Heart-shaped boxes full of small chocolate candies are also popular. Another notable Valentine’s Day candy is Conversation Candies. These small candy hearts have different sayings on them that have changed over the years to fit the times.

Greeting cards are perhaps the most common gift given to the one you love or even to friends. Many plan special meals on this day as a way to spend time with someone they love. While Valentine’s Day is a fun day, remember that it is important to show everyone love and kindness every day.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20) The Moon is in your sign today and tomorrow, which makes you more emotional than usual. It magnies your feelings. However, when the Moon is in your sign (for two days every month), it also makes you a bit luckier than all the other signs. Ask the universe for a favor! Tonight: You win!

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) A conversation with a friend, perhaps a female, will be meaningful for you today. In fact, whatever you discuss might cause you to change your future goals. People are ready to let their hair down today and share their feelings.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) For various reasons, you are more high-viz today than usual. People notice you. In fact, you might realize that others are discussing personal details about your private life. (Something to keep in mind in case you have to do some damage control.) Tonight: You are admired.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today and tomorrow, the Moon is sitting opposite your sign, which means you have to be cooperative. When dealing with those who are closest to you, you have to go more than halfway.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) This is a lovely day to schmooze.

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Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 186505 LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF ALABAMA JUVENILE COURT ELMORE COUNTY CASE NO.: 29-JU-2021-000238.01 IN THE MATTER OF STROCSHER ALANA FAYTHE YOUNG NOTICE TO: TROY ADAM STROCSHER, ADDRESS UNKNOWN Please take notice that a petition for the Termination of Parental Rights in the above-styled matter has been filed in said Court by the Petitioner named above and that the Final Hearing is set for, March 3rd 2022, at 10:30 o’clock a.m. in said Court in the County of Elmore, Alabama at the Elmore County Judicial Complex, Wetumpka, Alabama.

Please be advised that if you intend to contest this Termination of Parental Rights, you MUST appear for the Termination of Parental Rights hearing and plead to, answer, and demur to the Petition in the cause before final hearing as stated above, by filing a written response within thirty (30) days hereof with counsel for said Petitioner, whose name and address are as shown below and with the Clerk of the said Juvenile Court.

DONE this the 25 day of January, 2022.

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Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2022 29-JU-2021-000238.01

MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed on April 14, 2008 by Charles E. Findley, a married man, as his sole and separate property, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as Nominee for Avelo Mortgage LLC dba Senderra Funding, and recorded in RLPY Book 2008 at Page 24492 on April 25, 2008, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, and secured indebtedness having been transferred to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.. LOGS Legal Group LLP, as counsel for Mortgagee or Transferee and under and by virtue of power of sale contained in the said mortgage will, on March 17, 2022, sell at public outcry to the highest bidder in front of the main entrance of the Elmore County, Alabama, Courthouse in the City of Wetumpka, during the legal hours of sale, the following real estate situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to wit: Lot No. 27 according to the Map of Mercer Acres Addition No. 8 as shown by plat recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama in Plat Book 7, at page 94.

For informational purposes only, the property address is: 57 1st Pl, Wetumpka, AL 36092.

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 sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. Furthermore, the property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS, WHERE IS. Neither the mortgagee, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of the mortgagee make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property offered for sale.

Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition, including those suggested

by Code of Ala. (1975) § 35-4271, expressly are disclaimed.

This sale is subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that application has been made to the Council of the City of Wetumpka for approval of a 050- Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) and 070- Retail Table Wine (Off Premises Only) Name of Applicant: KWIK SACK INC Trade Name: KWIK SACK Address: 597 Coosa River PKWY Wetumpka, AL 36092 Public Hearing on said application has been scheduled for February 22, 2022 at 12 Noon., before the Wetumpka City Council at the City Council meeting, City Admin Building 408 South Main St., Wetumpka, AL. Anyone desiring to be heard either for or against said application may appear at said time or may indicate their wishes in writing by communication addressed to the City Council, 408 South Main Street, Wetumpka, AL 36092.

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Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER FORECLOSURE NOTICE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a mortgage from MELISSA E. HIGGINS AND WILLIAM DONALD HIGGINS JR. HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS MORTGAGEE, AS NOMINEE FOR ANCHOR MORTGAGE SERVICES, INC., on the 29th day of April, 2010, said mortJDJH UHFRUGHG LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, on May 10, 2010, in Deed/Mortgage Book 2010, Page 18341, Elmore County, Alabama Records, said Mortgage having subsequently been transferred and assigned to Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, as trustee of Stanwich Mortgage Loan Trust F, by instrument recorded in the DIRUHVDLG 3UREDWH 2I¿FH QRWLFH is hereby given that the undersigned Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, as trustee of Stanwich Mortgage Loan Trust F, 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 in Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama, on March 29, 2022, during the legal hours of sale, all of its right, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: LOT 47, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF MANGUM FAMILY FARM, PLAT NO. 1, LOCATED IN SECTION 22, T17N, R17E, AS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN PLAT BOOK 13 AT PAGES 90 AND 91.

Said legal description being controlling, however the property is more commonly known as 328 AL HIGHWAY 143, MILLBROOK, AL 36054-4867.

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 property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, subject to any easements, encumbrances, and exceptions UHÀHFWHG LQ WKH PRUWJDJH DQG those contained in the records RI WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH RI Probate in the county where the above-described property is situated. This property will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto and subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, whether or not now due and payable). This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure.

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.

Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, as trustee of Stanwich Mortgage Loan Trust F, Mortgagee/Transferee THE BELOW LAW FIRM MAY BE HELD TO BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNDER FEDERAL LAW. IF SO, ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Rubin Lublin, LLC, Attorney for Mortgagee/Transferee 200 Clinton Avenue West, Suite 406, Huntsville, AL 35801 Telephone Number: (877) 8130992 Case No. CMS-22-002181 Ad Run Dates: 02/09/2022, 02/16/2022, 02/23/2022 rlselaw.com/property-listing Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 187195 Do you have available jobs?

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE. Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by William A. Turner, and Rita N. Turner, husband and wife, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., on May 31, 2005, said mortJDJH UHFRUGHG LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY 2005 Page 38865; the undersigned PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, as Mortgagee/Transferee, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse at Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama, on March 17, 2022, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: A parcel of land ¿IW\ IHHW ZLGH LQ WKH VRXWK end of sub Lots 15, 16, and 17 of original Lot 183 in West Wetumpka, Alabama, said parcel of land herein conveyed being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest corner of sub Lot 17 thence North along the Eastern boundary of Alabama Street 50 feet, thence East approximately 182 feet to the East line of said sub Lot 15, .thence South 50 feet along the East line of said sub Lot 15 to the Southeast corner of said sub Lot 15, thence West approximately 182 feet to the Point of Beginning; and being the South 50 feet of said sub Lots 15, 16 and 17. - It is intended to herein describe and convey the same lands as those described and conveyed in that certain Warranty Deed from B. Otis Williams and wife, Mary G. Williams to Prentiss Turner dated August 29, 1944, and recorded in Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in Deed Book R 59, Page 61, whether the same are herein correctly described or not.. Property street address for informational purposes: 206 Alabama St , Wetumpka, AL 36092. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR ENJOYMENT AND WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION OF ALL PARTIES ENTITLED THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances.

Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five 7KRXVDQG 'ROODUV LQ FHUWL¿HG IXQGV PDGH SD\DEOH 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 LQ FHUWL¿HG IXQGV E\ QRRQ WKH next business day at the Law 2I¿FH RI 7LIIDQ\ %RVFR 3 $ at the address indicated below.

Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due.

The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.

PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, ³7UDQVIHUHH´ 7LIIDQ\ %RVFR P.A., 2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 330, Birmingham, AL 35205 www.tblaw.com TB File Number: 20-02882

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE. Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Sandra L. Massey, an unmarried woman, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Ins., as nominee for Quicken Loans Inc., on September 27, 2019, said mortgage recorded in the 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH RI 3UREDWH of Elmore County, Alabama, in 5/3< %RRN 3DJH the undersigned Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc., 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 April 14, 2022, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, toZLW /RW DFFRUGLQJ WR WKH 3ODW RI +RPHZRRG 6XEGLYLVLRQ 3ODW No. 2, as said plat appears of UHFRUG LQ WKH 2I¿FH RI WKH -XGJH RI 3UREDWH RI (OPRUH &RXQW\ $ODEDPD LQ 3ODW %RRN DW 3DJH 3URSHUW\ VWUHHW DGGUHVV for informational purposes: 327 Homewood Dr , Millbrook, $/ 7+,6 3523(57< :,// %( 62/' 21 $1 ³$6 ,6 :+(5( ,6´ %$6,6 :,7+287 :$55$17< 25 5(&2856( (;35(66(' 25 ,03/,(' $6 TO TITLE, USE AND/OR EN-2<0(17 $1' :,// %( 62/' 68%-(&7 72 7+( 5,*+7 2) 5('(037,21 2) $// 3$5TIES ENTITLED THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances.

3URJUDPV PD\ DOVR H[LVW WKDW help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five 7KRXVDQG 'ROODUV LQ FHUWL¿HG IXQGV PDGH SD\DEOH WR 7LIIDQ\ %RVFR 3 $ DW WKH time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid LQ FHUWL¿HG IXQGV E\ QRRQ WKH next business day at the Law 2I¿FH RI 7LIIDQ\ %RVFR 3 $ DW the address indicated below. TifIDQ\ %RVFR 3 $ UHVHUYHV WKH 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. Rocket Mortgage, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans, LLC f/k/a Quicken Loans Inc., ³7UDQVIHUHH´ 7LIIDQ\ %RVFR 3 $ +LJKODQG $YHQXH 6RXWK 6XLWH %LUPLQJKDP $/ ZZZ WEODZ FRP 7% File Number: 22-00468

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Midsouth Paving, Inc. hereby gives notice of completion of contract with the Alabama Department of Transportation for construction of Project No. STPMN-HRRR-2621(250) Elmore County. This notice will appear for four consecutive weeks beginning on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 and ending on Wednesday February 9, 2022. All claims VKRXOG EH ¿OHG DW :HVW Blvd., Montgomery, Alabama GXULQJ WKLV SHULRG

Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 20-02882 PUBLIC NOTICE THE FOLLOWING WILL BE AUCTIONED OFF ON 3-7-22

BY J&J TOWING 65 PIERCE RD. 2001 FORD EXPEDITION1FMPU18L71LA99435 2001 LEXUS ES- JT8BF28G815106509 2002 KIA SPECTRAKNAFB121235212581 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 AV/01 FORD PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Carcel & G Const., LLC hereby gives notice of completion of contract with Elmore County of Alabama for construction of Project No. Concrete Bridge Culvert Work on Cherokee Trail ECP 26-18-17 in Elmore County.

This notice will appear for four consecutive weeks beginning on February 9, 2022 and ending on March 2, 2022. All claims VKRXOG EH ¿OHG DW &RXQW\ 5RDG +DQFHYLOOH $/ during this period.

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Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Carole D Gray, a single woman, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Americare Investment Group, Inc dba Primier Capital Lending, on May 20, 2009, said mortgage recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY 2009 Page 33848 being Modified in Book 2016 Page 467 and further in Book 2016 Page 39556 and further in Book 2016 Page 39976; the undersigned MidFirst Bank, 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 February 17, 2022, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Commence at the N.W. Corner of the East 1/2 of the S.E. 1/4 of Section 11, Township 17 N, Range 19 E, Elmore County, Alabama. Thence run S 0 degrees 55 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 1273.41 feet; thence South 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 583.56 feet to an Iron Pin Found (12771) and the Point of Beginning; thence continue South 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 217.38 feet to an Iron Pin Found (12771); thence South 0 degrees 54 minutes 47 seconds West, a distance of 133.54 feet to a rebar found; thence N 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 217.46 feet to a rebar found; thence N 0 degrees 56 minutes 51 seconds East, a distance of 133.54 feet to the Point of Beginning. Said parcel of land is lying in the East 1/2 of the S.E. 1/4 of Section 11, Township 17 North, Range 19 East, Elmore County Alabama and contains 0.67 acres more or less. Also an easement being 20 feet in width for the right of ingress and egress and utilities, the centerline being herewith described. Commence at the S.E. corner of the above described lot; thence run North 0 degrees 54 minutes 47 seconds East, a distance of 10.00 feet to the centerline of said easement; thence South 89 degrees 05 minutes 00 seconds East, along the centerline a distance of 437.46 feet to the Westerly R.O.W. of Dozier Road and the end of easement. Together with the Manufactured Home described as follows: Make: Redman; Model: Venture; Year 1997; Serial Numbers 11431513 A & B.. Property street address for informational purposes: 120 Meadow Ridge Dr , Wetumpka, AL 36093. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR ENJOYMENT AND WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION OF ALL PARTIES ENTITLED THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances.

Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) in certified funds made payable to Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid in certified funds by noon the next business day at the Law Office of Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. at the address indicated below. Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. MidFirst Bank, (“Transferee”) Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., 2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 330, Birmingham, AL 35205 www.tblaw.com TB File Number: 21-06282 Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 21-06282 PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE ASPHALT CONTRACTORS, INC. HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONTRACT WITH THE ELMORE COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS FOR ELMORE COUNTY VARIOUS ROADS PROJECT 21PW2-1 AND 21-PW2-2. ALL CLAIMS SHOULD BE FILED AT P.O. BOX 241447, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36124 DURING THIS PERIOD. ASPHALT INC.

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Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 22-00468 PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE ASPHALT CONTRACTORS, INC. HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONTRACT WITH THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR ELMORE & MACON COUNTIES PROJECT STPAA-0229(508). ALL CLAIMS SHOULD BE FILED AT P.O. BOX 241447, MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36124 DURING THIS PERIOD. ASPHALT INC.

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Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 COMPLETION PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF COMPLETION In accordance with the Code of Alabama 39-1-1(f), notice is hereby given by A & C Construction Company, Inc. that Public Works Proceed Order 2022 PW1-1 project associated with Bid Inquiry# 2022 PW-1 has been completed.

The Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2022 COMPLETION PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Liberty Construction Co., LLC., Contractor, has completed the Contract for Portable Classrooms at Holtville Middle, Holtville High & Redland Elementary for Elmore County Board of Education, Owner, and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with the project should immediately notify McKee and Associates, Inc., 631 South Hull Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 Liberty Construction Co., LLC, 791-A Anderson Road, Montgomery, AL 36110 (contractor) The Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2022 COMPLETION

PUBLIC NOTICE FOR SPECIAL EDUCTION PLAYGROUND ADDITIONS FOR ALL ELEMENTARY FACILITIES FOR THE ELMORE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WETUMPKA, ALABAMA Sealed proposals will be received by Mr. Richard Dennis, Superintendent, at the Elmore County Board of Education, 100 H.H. Robison Drive, Wetumpka, Alabama, opened and read aloud on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at 10AM. This project shall be bid excluding taxes. The bids must be submitted on company letterhead and the company name, bid number, and proof of insurance are to be posted on the outside of the bid envelope. **This is required for the bid to be accepted and opened** No bid may be withdrawn after scheduled closing for receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owners judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted. A sepaUDWH FHUWL¿HG FKHFN RU %LG %RQG payable to The Elmore County Board of Education in an DPRXQW QRW OHVV WKDQ ¿YH SHUcent (5%) of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00 must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and statutory labor and material payment bonds will be required at the signing of the Contract.

Supervision: Contractor to ensure proper supervision of all work at each site. Owner: Mr. Richard Dennis, Superintendent, Elmore County Public Schools 100 H.H. Robison Drive Wetumpka, Alabama 36092 Phone: (334) 567-1200.

All contractors bidding this project are encouraged to visit the sites and examine all existing conditions prior to submitting their proposal.

All bidders shall have general liability insurance of no less than $500,000.00 and a current business license. All bidders must SURYLGH SURRI RI FHUWL¿HG JHQeral contract or sub-contractor license.

The project shall be bid excluding taxes. No bid may be withdrawn after scheduled closing for receipt of bids for a period of sixty (60) days. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

Questions may be directed to Mike Czerpak at 334-567-1420 ext. 22003 or mike.czerpak@ elmoreco.com. Please see WKH 5)3 SURMHFW VSHFL¿FDWLRQ documents located on the ECBOE website under the “BIDS” tab. www.elmoreco. com Owner: Elmore County Board of Education 100 H H Robison Drive Wetumpka, AL 36092 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 BID #22-010 PUBLIC NOTICE Advertisement for Bid Elmore County Elmore County Commission is taking sealed bids for labor, equipment, materials, and any incidentals required to complete the work required for the following items. Bids will be received until 1:00 PM, CST, Wednesday, March 2, 2022.

Inquiry 2022-PW7 Tennis Courts at the Wetumpka Recreational Facility This bid is intended to comply with the Alabama Code Title 39, the Alabama Public Works Law. Bidders shall be required to comply with the provisions of Title 39 of the Alabama Code regardless if the requirement is explicitly detailed in the bid proposal or not.

All bids must be marked with the word “BID” on the outside of the bid package along with Bid Proposal Number and description listed above, the bid date and the Alabama General Contractor’s License Number.

The contractor shall meet Bonding and Licensing requirements as well as all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes of the U. S. Government, the State of Alabama, any relevant municipality, and the County, and, specifically and without limitation, shall comply with all provisions of the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, commonly referred to as the Immigration Act. Sealed bids will be received by the Chief Engineer at Elmore County Public Works Department at 155 County Shop Road, Wetumpka, Alabama until 1:00 PM Central Time on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, and then publicly opened as soon thereafter as practicable. Award will be made at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Elmore County Commission.

Specifications are on file and may be acquired at the Office of the Chief Engineer of Elmore County, Alabama, Elmore County Public Works Department, 155 County Shop Road, Wetumpka, Alabama. Phone Number: (334)567-1162. Hours of Operation are 6:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (Central Time) from Monday through Thursday.

County reserves the right to accept or reject all Bids or any portion thereof.

The Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 2022 BIDS

Midsouth Paving, Inc. Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 COMPLETION PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GREGORY JAMES BUTLER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-402 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of GREGORY JAMES BUTLER, deceased, having been granted to JEFFREY GORDON ECHOLS on the 20 day of January, 2022

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.

JEFFREY GORDON ECHOLS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF GREGORY JAMES BUTLER, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: REGINA EDWARDS EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 EST/BUTLER, G. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THELMA LOUISE DAVIS, DECEASED CASE NO. 2022-021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of THELMA LOUISE DAVIS, deceased, having been granted to VICTORIA A. EDWARDS, on the 31st of January, 2022 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.

VICTORIA A. EDWARDS, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF THELMA LOUISE DAVIS Justin D. Edwards, Esq. The Law Firm of Edwards & Edwards, P.C. 109 E. Bridge Street Wetumpka, AL 36092 (334) 514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 2022 EST/DAVIS, T. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE CASE NO: 2021-392 STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JACK HUDSON, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of BOBBY JACK HUDSON, deceased, having been granted to APRIL SHAE HURLEY on the 21st day of January, 2022

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.

APRIL SHAE HURLEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF BOBBY JACK HUDSON, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: BRIAN JUSTISS ATTORNEY AT LAW 4031 US HWY 231 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36093 334-306-4713 brian@jh-legal.com Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 EST/HUDSON, B. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2022-016 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KIM ANGELA KING, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of KIM ANGELA KING, deceased, having been granted to GARY L. KING on the 2nd day of February, 2022 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,

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GARY L. KING, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF KIM ANGELA KING, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: BARRY R. HOLT ATTORNEY AT LAW 3164 PARLIAMENT CIRCLE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36116 334-244-9030 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 EST/KING, K. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA CASE NO: 2021-197 COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLOUGHBY E. LACY, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of WILLOUGHBY E. LACY, deceased, having been granted to LAURIE L. PIERCE on the 21 day of January, 2022 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.

LAURIE L. PIERCE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF WILLOUGHBY E. LACY, 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. ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520 Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 EST/LACY, W. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE CASE NO: 2022-024 STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JUDY R. LOVELADY, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JUDY R. LOVELADY, deceased, having been granted to MACK V. LOVELADY on the 3rd day of February, 2022

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.

MACK V. LOVELADY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JUDY R. LOVELADY, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: J. N. MONTGOMERY, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW 138 EAST STREET NORTH PO BOX 74 TALLADEGA, ALABAMA 35161 256-362-3154 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 EST/LOVELADY, J. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE CASE NO: 2021-376 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD LEROY MCQUEEN, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of HAROLD LEROY MCQUEEN, deceased, having been granted to HAROLD LEROY MCQUEEN, JR. on the 3rd day of February, 2022

by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.

HAROLD LEROY MCQUEEN, JR., PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD LEROY MCQUEEN, DECEASED Address of Personal Representative: 392 FLATWOOD CURVE WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-235-8245 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 EST/MCQUEEN, H. Do you have available jobs?

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE CASE NO: 2021-375 STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN D. TEAGUE, DECEASED

Letters of Administration over the Estate of STEVIE FRANK SHAW, deceased, having been granted to BELINDA M. RESSLER on the 24th day of January 2022 by John Thornton, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.

BELINDA M. RESSLER ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF STEVIE FRANK SHAW, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: GERALD A. DANIEL, JR. LAW OFFICE OF G A DANIEL, JR. LLC PO BOX 638 MILLBROOK, ALABAMA 36054 334-285-9444 Jerry@GADanielLaw.com Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 2, 9 and 16, 2022 EST/SHAW, S. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell for cash, at an ONLINE public auction on Thursday, February 24th, 2022, at 11:00am AT STORAGETREASURES.COM. Please note: THIS AUCTION IS NOT IN PERSON. PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP TO OUR PHYSICAL LOCATION. ALL AUCTION PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN UP AND BID ONLINE. Southeast Storage 8416 US-231 Wetumpka, AL 36092 906: Tammie Brisker. 631 Copeland Road, Wetumpka, Alabama 36092 Contents: Boxes, Furniture 2202: Gena Watts. 204 Lee Street, Wetumpka Alabama, 36092 Contents: Boxes Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9 and 16, 2022 STORAGE AUCTION Do you have available jobs?

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Letters Testamentary in the Estate of EVELYN D. TEAGUE, deceased, having been granted to DORRIS TEAGUE on the 18 day of January, 2022 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.

DORRIS TEAGUE PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN D. TEAGUE, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: JACK OWEN BALL, BALL, MATTHEWS & NOVAK, P.A. PO BOX 2148 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36102-2148 445 DEXTER AVENUE SUITE 9045 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-487-7680 Wetumpka Herald: Jan. 26, Feb. 2 and 9, 2022 EST/TEAGUE, E. Do you have available jobs?

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE CASE NO: 2022-019 STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN E. TUCKER, DECEASED Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JOHN E. TUCKER, deceased, having been granted to MINNIE B. TUCKER on the 27th day of January, 2022

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.

MINNIE B. TUCKER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN E. TUCKER, DECEASED Attorney of Record for Personal

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PAMELA S. WAINWRIGHT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HARRY C. WAINWRIGHT, SR., DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: BARRY R. HOLT ATTORNEY AT LAW 3164 PARLIAMENT CIRCLE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36116 334-244-9030 Wetumpka Herald: Feb. 9, 16 and 23, 2022 EST/WAINWRIGHT, H. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA JEAN WILKERSON, DECEASED CASE NO: 2021-384 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of BARBARA JEAN WILKERSON, deceased, having been granted to MELISSA OATES BLACK on the 19 day of January, 2022 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.

MELISSA OATES BLACK ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA JEAN WILKERSON, DECEASED

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Students and teachers at Eclectic Elementary School celebrated the 100th Day of School with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities. Students flew airplanes and rockets across 100 inches in the Library, made chain reactions with 100 dominos, used Play-doh to create “100”, made glasses in the shape of “100”, built structures with 100 Legos and so much more to celebrate the fact the school year is more than halfway over.

NOAA report: Climate change to bring more extreme rainfall to Alabama

By SIRI HEDREEN Multimedia Reporter A recent report on the impacts of climate change state by state suggests that Thursday’s weather could become commonplace.

The NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information report released last month forecasts “increases in the frequency and intensity of extreme rainfall” in its summary of Alabama. But while downpours are projected to increase, the overall change in annual precipitation remains uncertain as the state sits in a “transition zone” between a projected rainier north and east and drier southwest. In other words, intense periods of rainfall may be offset by heightened periods of drought.

With rising sea levels, “nuisance floods,” or those exceeding the minimum threshold for minor impacts, are also expected to become more frequent, which will cause damaged infrastructure, road closures and overflowing storm drains.

So far, however, Alabama has yet to see a net temperature increase since 1900, “one of the few areas globally to experience no net warming,” the report states. Hypotheses as to why include a number of localized factors, like changes in air temperature due to forest regrowth, but according to NOAA, Alabamians shouldn’t count on being on the exception for long.

“Warming is projected despite the lack of a long-term temperature trend because the increased warming influence of greenhouse gases will become greater than the natural variations that have dominated Alabama’s temperature climate,” the report states.

While too early to be statistically significant, the last two years have been rainier in central Alabama. According to the National Weather Service, the Birmingham area recorded 73.1 inches of rain in 2020 and 70.4 in 2021; an average year yields 56.6 inches. Alexander City, meanwhile, recorded 84.9 inches of rain in 2020, compared to a 57-inch average (the year 2021 is missing three months of data).

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The parking lot for Forever Wild trails just below Martin Dam is flooded in 2020 as water is released from Lake Martin due to excessive rainfall.