The Wetumpka Herald 12-14-22

‘He would have been alive today’

Mother wants fire extinguishers in every vehicle after son’s death

Holtville High School basketball coach arrested

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer

How does a mother cope with the death of a child?

How does a mother cope knowing one simple thing might have prevented the death of her child?

A virtual teacher at Elmore County School’s Edge program has been arrested and charged with school employee distributing obscene material to a student.

Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin said Emmanuel Andre Wilson II, 32, of Montgomery turned himself into authorities Tuesday afternoon.

Teresa Cameron is using the death of her son Gardner Cameron to try and prevent unnecessary deaths in automobile fires by springing to action.

Gardner Cameron was killed in March during an accident on Old Salem Road near Eclectic.

Teresa said her son’s foot was

Wilson was the head basketball coach at Holtville High School and was placed on administrative leave Jan. 13 according to Elmore County Schools superintendent Richard Dennis.

Central and south Alabama at risk for severe weather Wednesday

“We had a re port,” Dennis said. “We had a preliminary

trapped under the dash of his vehicle following the accident and that he couldn’t escape the flames that followed shortly afterwards.

investigation and handed it off to the appropriate authorities. He was also placed on adminis trative leave at that time.”

“He could not get out,” Teresa said of Gardner. “He called

Dennis said school officials follow the same procedure when administrators receive a report of allegations against school staff and employees.

“Once we hand it over, we know very little about what is

lin said. “Mr. Wilson is going to contend someone had the security code to his phone and he was not responsible. There

Wilson was released on a $6,000 bond 90 minutes after turning himself in according to the Elmore County Jail

Dennis said Wilson also coached other sports at Holtville schools including being the head track coach and assistant football coach.

Dennis said other staff would

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Portions of central and south Alabama are at risk for severe storms on Wednesday.

Chamber holds luncheon welcoming members

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer

Early Tuesday, NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center (SPC) added an “enhanced” level three severe weather risk for southwest Alabama and expanded a lower-level threat for strong storms farther into the state, including parts of Elmore County.

The Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce held its annual luncheon to install new officers and board members for the first time in a while Thursday.

Santa comes to town on jet ski

Southwest Elmore County has a level two “slight risk” and the northeast portions of the county have a standard level one “marginal” risk.

The COVID-19 pandemic put a hamper on gath erings but the chamber celebrated the successes of business in Wetumpka.

Tornadoes, damaging winds and

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

See CHAMBER, Page A3

Police

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“This was not random, not a random act,” said

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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

AWF’s Westervelt Forest officially open

By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor

Holtville’s Futral Alabama principal of the year

The

“The

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

shift in a positive direction. The school experienced a 62 percent decrease in discipline referrals, 50 percent decrease in chronic absenteeism, 7 percent increase in the graduation rate, 33 percent increase in CCR rate and a 20 percent increase in ACT proficiency in the last five years. See PRINCIPAL, Page A3

Police are still investigating the fatal shooting in the Wetumpka Walmart park-

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

to Wetumpka police chief Greg Benton, this was not a random shoot-

Benton.

believe the victim and the perpetrator knew each

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2022 Alabama High School Prin cipal of the Year.

The High School Principal of the Year award was presented to Futral on Friday, Jan. 28 during a

ing and approaches to managing his school,” Dennis said, As principal of Holtville High School, Futral has transformed

luncheon.

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A roadside memorial has been built on Old Salem Road by friends and family of Gardner Cameron.

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The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) has opened Westervelt Forest — a 70 acre working forest and wildlife demonstration area at AWF State Headquarters in Millbrook.

former family farm and forest was acquired by AWF in 2019 with the help of Tuscaloosa’s Westervelt Company and others who value good land stewardship.

shared goal for the property is rehabilitation of the forest and wildlife habitat, documenting the rehabilitation story and utilizing the property for educational programs for landowners, natural resource professionals, students and the

general public,” AWF said in a release. “To date, non-native invasive grasses and trees have been treated and longleaf pine, loblolly pine and hardwood trees have been planted. Prescribed burning, establishing native warm season grass and wildflower habitat and timber stand improvement practices in existing pine and mixed pine-hardwood stands are planned for 2023.”

According to AWF Executive Director Tim L. Gothard the Westervelt Forest’s location will give AWF Land Stewardship Biologists the opportunity to share what they have been doing to assist private landowners for the last 20 years across Alabama.

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Christmas on the Coosa in Wetumpka was a huge hit with locals. At night, there was a parade, fireworks and Santa Claus on a jet ski. During the day, there was a festival with face painting, a car show and a market. For more photos from the events, visit www. thewetumpkaherald.com.

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Police Reports

WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMEN

DEC. 4

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

DEC. 2

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

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

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DEC. 7

• A suspicious person was reported on Notasulga Road.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Barnett Boulevard.

• A motor vehicle accident with injuries was reported on Highway 229.

• Trespassing was reported on South Tallassee Drive.

• A suspicious person was reported on North Ashurst Drive.

• A white male was arrested on Thelma Drive.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Friendship Road.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Highway 229.

DEC. 6

• Theft was reported on Lee Street.

• A white male was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.

• A domestic incident was reported on Little Road.

• A vehicle accident was re-

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ported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.

• Reckless driving was reported on Notasulga Road.

• An abandoned vehicle was reported on Highway 229.

• Animal control was requested on Sims Avenue.

• A welfare check was conducted on Lower Tuskegee Road.

• A disorderly subject was reported on Highway 229.

• A suicidal subject was reported on South Tallassee Drive.

• Animal control was requested on Sims Avenue.

• A suspicious vehicle was requested on Notasulga Road.

• Debris was reported in the roadway on Friendship Road.

DEC. 5

• Gunfire was reported on South Tallassee Drive.

A suspicious vehicle was reported on Highway 229.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on Central Boulevard.

• Criminal trespassing was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• A domestic dispute was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• A child custody dispute was reported on Rivernolle Road.

DEC. 4

• A domestic incident was reported on Hillcrest Street.

• A juvenile complaint was filed on Second Avenue.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Freeman Avenue.

• An assault was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Debris was reported in the

his girlfriend and said ‘I just wrecked and I’m stuck.’”

Teresa said nearby homeowners and passers by stopped to try to help Gardner.

“Next thing you know the truck is on fire,” Teresa said. “He was awake, asking people to get him out. He should have lived. The first responders were just a few minutes late. I will go to my grave to get laws passed for fire extinguishers in first responder vehicles and cars.”

Teresa said a law enforcement officer arrived before firefighters and tried to help get Gardner out.

“Gardner was talking to him,” she said. “He dropped his ammo because it was a hot fire. He was saying, ‘Get me out of here, get me out of here.’”

Teresa said she has asked for the details of Gardner’s death from people at the scene of Gardner’s accident.

“As a mom I wanted to know my child’s last moments,” Teresa said. “It’s kind of like, you can’t help but you want to know what your child went through. It was a horrible death. I’m so angry. This could have been prevented.”

Teresa said no one had the ability to push back or put out the fire until firefighters arrived.

“No one had a fire extinguisher,” Teresa said.

Teresa is now on a mission to honor the memory of Gardner and try to prevent another parent going through what she has gone through.

“There were about four people who pulled over and tried to help him,” Teresa said. “No one had a fire extinguisher. If someone had a fire extinguisher in their car, he would have been alive today. There are 300 to 500 people a year that die from automobile fires.”

Teresa said a lot of vehicles already have fire extinguishers in them but she wants it to be a requirement.

“I want a law passed that they have to be in first responder vehicles,” Teresa said. “I want a law passed that auto manufacturers have to have them in cars. Why is it that hard when dump trucks have to have them? Boats come with them. RVs come with them. They tell you to put them in your homes. You have to have them in businesses. If an RV comes standard with them, it’s not hard for the auto industry.”

Teresa said she has started to contact lawmakers and understands it’s a process to get things through. But she isn’t letting the lawmaking process slow her efforts.

Gardner’s obituary made note of Teresa’s fire extinguisher program. She established an account to purchase fire extinguishers capable of putting out fires in automobiles that involve electronics and fuel.

roadway on Gilmer Avenue.

• Harassment was reported on Riverside Avenue.

• Assistance was given to the Tallassee Fire Department on West Gantts Mill Road.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Barnett Boulevard.

• Assistance was given to another agency on Notasulga Road.

• A verbal altercation was reported on Tallassee Highway.

• Criminal mischief was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

DEC. 3

• Theft was reported on Monroe Street.

• A white female was arrested during a domestic incident on Riverside Avenue.

• A domestic incident was reported on Riverside Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.

• A domestic incident was reported on Eubanks Street.

• A welfare check was conducted on Indian Trail.

• Theft was reported on North Ann Avenue.

• Debris was reported in the roadway on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Redden Avenue.

• Menacing was reported on James Street.

• Reckless Driving was reported on Central Boulevard.

DEC. 2

• A verbal altercation was reported on Friendship Road.

• A citizen inquiry was con-

“It’s the Gardner Cameron Fire Extinguisher Fund at River Bank & Trust,” Teresa said. “People can make a donation in honor of someone.”

Teresa owns Kowaliga General Store between Eclectic and Lake Martin and believes Gardner’s death is moving those in other states to take action.

“The people at Lake Martin have been outstanding,” Teresa said. “These are Birmingham and Atlanta people too. So it’s getting beyond just this area.”

Teresa said she has placed more than 100 fire extinguishers with people since Gardner’s death but believes far more have been placed in hearing the story.

“I feel since Gardner’s passing there have been 100s of fire extinguishers placed in vehicles just from people telling people,” Teresa said. “I have heard people say they are giving their family fire extinguishers for Christmas.”

fine with indi viduals taking care of their family and

ducted on East Patton Street.

• A welfare check was conducted on Redden Avenue.

• A welfare check was conducted on Main Street.

• A traffic accident with injury was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• Suspicious activity was reported at Quail Run Apartments.

• An abandoned vehicle was reported on Barnett Boulevard.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Freeman Avenue.

• Animal control was requested on King Street.

• Stolen property was reported on Rednose Rock Drive.

• A suspicious vehicle was reported on Jordan Avenue.

• Gunfire was reported on Third Avenue.

• A prowler was reported on Third Avenue.

• Reckless driving was reported on Highway 229.

• Trespassing was reported on Gilmer Avenue.

• A juvenile complaint was reported on Ashurst Avenue.

• Criminal mischief was reported on South Dubois Street.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.

• Animal control was reported on King Street.

• A stolen vehicle was reported on Main Street.

• Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue.

• Assistance was given to a citizen on South Tallassee Drive.

• A white male was arrested on Barnett Boulevard.

friends without seeking her help to get a fire extinguisher.

“Just tell me you bought and shared fire extinguishers,” Teresa said. “I want to see I’m making a difference.”

Between the vigil and funeral service for Gardner, Teresa said she knew her son touched many, especially fellow students. It’s those students she wants to help first before nagging lawmakers to require fire extinguishers in more vehicles.

“I would love to be able to donate one to every student at Elmore County High School that is driving, but we don’t have those kinds of funds,” Teresa said. “But my work is just beginning on this. I will carry this project on to my grave to help prevent another parent living through what I am.”

Tallassee man one of nine sentenced to federal prison

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The ninth and final defendant was sentenced this week for his role in a Macon County-based drug trafficking operation. This concludes a series of sentencings involving nine members of a violent, neighborhood-based organization called the “31 Boys,” named for County Road 31 in Notasulga.

According to court documents and records, in 2018, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and the FBI began an investigation of the 31 Boys for the suspected sale of illegal drugs in Macon County. Using various investigative techniques, agents were able to identify individual members of the organization and connect the conduct of each member to the overall drug trafficking venture. Investigators soon discovered that Michael Javon Daniel of Tuskegee, who received the 240-month sentence, was the leader of the group and directed many of the individuals’ roles.

“Statements made by law enforcement in various court hearings indicated that the Notasulga location used by the organization frequently operated like a “flea market,” with numerous other dealers, essentially functioning as independent vendors, selling a variety of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana,” United States Attorney’s Office

Middle District of Alabama’s Doug Howard said in a statement. “Some of the methamphetamine seized from the defendants tested at a purity level of 99 percent. This high purity level resulted in some of the defendants being subject to increased advisory Sentencing Guidelines ranges.”

United States Attorney Sandra J. Stewart said the sale of drugs usually leads to other crimes.

“The safety of our communities is a top priority for my office,” Stewart said. “So often, violence results when individuals sell drugs and arm themselves while doing so. Communities suffer from the dangerous and harmful operations of organizations like the one at the center of this prosecution. I am grateful for the exceptional work of the law enforcement agencies involved in this case.”

ALEA aided in the investigation of

heavy rain will all be possible in the severe weather risk areas. The prime time for severe weather will be from Wednesday afternoon into early Thursday morning.

Heavy rain is expected statewide, and the National Weather Service says up to four inches could be possible in

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“We help them identify and put-into-practice forest and wildlife management activities that give rise to quality wildlife habitat, productive forests that yield products people use every day, scenic beauty and clean water,” Gothard said. “We look forward to sharing Westervelt Forest with youth and school groups that visit our Alabama Nature Center facility, with landowners looking to learn more about practices they can employ on their properties and helping advance the skills and knowledge of natural resource professionals.”

Westervelt Company President and CEO Brian Luoma said the project matches the goals of the Westervelt Company.

“The Westervelt Company is both excited and proud to partner with AWF to make Westervelt Forest a

the case.

“As law enforcement officers we have a duty to protect and serve the citizens of this great state, but we also have a fundamental responsibility to preserve the communities in which they live,” ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said. “Shortly after assuming my role as Secretary of the [ALEA], I charged Special Agents with our State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) with this, no matter what area an Alabama citizen called home, they would feel safe and live without fear and not suffer the adverse impacts which often plague communities where the sell and use of these illegal narcotics occur. I am truly grateful to all our law enforcement partners at both the local and federal level. If not for their cooperation and diligent work this drug trafficking organization and the individuals associated with it would never have been brought to justice.”

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• On Dec. 7, Trenton Rashad Daniel, 28, a resident of Pike Road, was sentenced to 192 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release for maintaining a drug premises and for possession of a firearm in connection with a drug trafficking crime. Daniel pleaded guilty to the charges on Feb. 24.

• On Nov. 16, Jerrod Moss, 28, a resident of Opelika, was sentenced to 168 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for maintaining a drug premises and for possession of a firearm in connection with a drug trafficking crime. Moss pleaded guilty to the charges on July 29.

• On Sept. 9, Davorious Marquise Ferrell, 26, a resident of Auburn, was sentenced to 111 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for possession with intent to distribute marijuana and for possession of a firearm in connection with a drug trafficking crime. Ferrell pleaded guilty to the charges on April 22.

• On Aug. 25, Kiam Tyrek Lowery, 23, a resident of Tuskegee, was sentenced to 60 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for possession of a firearm in connection with a drug trafficking crime. Lowery pleaded guilty to the

some areas.

Cooler weather is expected to follow Wednesday’s storms, and by the weekend temperatures are expected to be much below average.

As always, the National Weather Service emphasized the need for residents to have a reliable way of hearing tornado warnings, especially overnight. A NOAA weather radio and wireless emergency alerts enabled on your phone can notify you when your area is issued a tornado warning.

reality,” Luoma said. “After hearing about this opportunity, it was clear to me that this project represents exactly what The Westervelt Company is all about.”

Westervelt Chief Operating Officer Cade Warner said the company’s mission is in preserving land.

“The Westervelt Company is a land stewardship organization with a long history in Alabama,” Warner said. “Westervelt Forest is a great way for us to share that commitment to land stewardship with youth and adults today and the generations that follow.”

The Westervelt Company, a privately held company headquartered in Tuscaloosa, was founded in 1884 and is currently under the fourth generation of family leadership. Westervelt is an industry leader in land management, wood products manufacturing and environmental mitigation. The company is recognized for excellence in sustainable forest manage-

charge on May 24.

• On Aug. 23, Ricardo Devon Sheriff, 37, a Tuskegee resident, was sentenced to 63 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Sheriff pleaded guilty to the charge on April 27.

• On June 30, 2022, Michael Javon Daniel, 28, also a Tuskegee resident, was sentenced to 240 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for maintaining a drug premises. Daniel pleaded guilty to the charge on April 1.

• On June 17, Ladarius Dontae Davis, 33, a resident of Tallassee, was sentenced to 120 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for maintaining a drug premises. Davis pleaded guilty to the charge on Jan. 21.

• On May 31, Tre’von Miquel Lyles, 22, a Tuskegee resident, was sentenced to 42 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for maintaining a drug premises. Lyles pleaded guilty to the charge on Jan. 26.

• On April 21, Marcus Joquin Wil -

liams, 24, a Tuskegee resident, was sentenced to 147 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and for possession of a firearm in connection with a drug trafficking crime. Williams pleaded guilty to the charges on Jan. 7.

All nine defendants were charged in a single indictment in Montgomery on Aug. 17, 2021. There is no parole in the federal system.

“The number of defendants in this case is a testament to the tremendous work being done all over the state of Alabama and in particular Macon County,” said FBI Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown. “Removing the people that sell drugs in our communities alongside our partners from ALEA will make our quality of life continue to improve.”

This case was investigated by ALEA and the FBI, with assistance from the Tuskegee Police Department and the Macon County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant United States Attorneys Brandon W. Bates and Kevin P. Davidson prosecuted the case.

ment, responsibly sourced forest products and services, natural resource stewardship and ecosystem conservation. With more than half a million acres of land under Westervelt management, Westervelt’s diverse businesses all work together to ensure the sustainable stewardship of natural resources today, tomorrow and for many generations to come.

AWF was established by sportsmen in 1935 and is the state’s oldest and largest citizens’ conservation organization. The mission of AWF, a 501(c) 3 non-profit group supported by membership dues and donations, is to promote conservation and wise use of Alabama’s wildlife and related natural resources as a basis for economic and social prosperity. To learn more about Alabama Wildlife Federation, including membership details, programs and projects, contact AWF at 1-800822-WILD or visit www. alabamawildlife.org.

Chairman Tippy Hunter, General Manager Kaitlin Fleming, Managing Editor

Opinions

Two Jefferson County legends retire

As we begin to celebrate the Christmas season and close out 2022, allow me to share the story of two great Jefferson County/Alabama political legends.

Alabama Supreme Court Justice, Mike Bolin, is retiring at the end of the year from the state’s highest judicial tribunal. Judge Bolin is a young 72 and would not have retired and would have sought and been elected to another six-year term if it were not for an antiquated state law that disallows someone running for a judgeship in the state after age 70. Justice Bolin is one of the most popular and well-respected judges in Alabama.

He is a big man, physically and figuratively. He is beloved throughout the state, but especially in his native Jefferson County. Mike Bolin was born in and is a lifelong resident of Jefferson County. He attended elementary and high school in Homewood, and graduated from Shades Valley High School in 1966, with honors. He stayed in Homewood for college graduated from Samford University with a degree in Business Administration in 1970. He then continued on and got his law degree from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law. He graduated from law school in 1973. He was on the Dean’s list and was associate editor of the Law Review.

Judge Bolin was a practicing attorney in Birmingham from 1973 through 1988. In 1988 he was first elected Probate Judge of Jefferson County. He was reelected Probate Judge of Alabama’s largest County in 1994, and again in 2020. He served in that position until his election to the Alabama Supreme Court in January 2004. He began serving on

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the Supreme Court in January 2005. Thus, at the end of his tenure in six weeks, he will have served 18 years on the high court.

Justice Bolin and his wife Rosemary have one daughter, Leigh Anne. Mike Bolin is known and respected for his integrity, humility, and kindness.

Another Jefferson County legend, Tony Petelos, retired from public service last year. Tony is a lifelong resident of Jefferson County and is a real American and Alabama success story. Tony Petelos has carved out a niche in Jefferson County and Alabama political history.

His parents are first generation immigrants. His family fled Greece when Mussolini and later Hitler invaded and decimated Greece. His father fought in the Greek Army and then later became a member of the United States Army. Tony is the youngest of nine children. He had five siblings born in Greece, one died in the war. His father made it to the United States in 1947. His mother arrived in 1950. They had four sons born in America. Tony is the youngest. His father and mother settled in Ensley. Tony’s father was in the construction business and became quite successful. Tony and his three older brothers joined their father in the family business. He earned his college degree at UAB while working during the day. He met his wife Teresa while both were studying at UAB. She became a Jefferson

County Circuit Judge and served 18 years on the bench.

Tony began his political career in 1986. He defeated an incumbent and became one of only 14 Republicans in the 105 member House of Representatives. He was reelected in 1990 and again in 1994. In 1997, after 11 years in the House, Governor Fob James named Tony Commissioner of the Department of Human Resources for the State of Alabama. He was reappointed Human Resources Commissioner by Governor Don Siegelman in 1998 and served through 2001.

In 2004, Tony Petelos was elected Mayor of the City of Hoover, one of the state’s largest cities. He served eight years as mayor and earned a reputation as one of the state’s premier municipal administrators. In 2011, the Jefferson County government was in chaos to say the least. The County Commission lured Tony away from Hoover to be the Administrator of Jefferson County’s government. He cleaned up the corruption and financial problems and spent 10 years in that position. He retired about this time last year at 69. He and his wife, Judge Petelos, are doing well. They live in the same home they have lived in for the last 24 years in Hoover. They have two adult daughters, who they are very proud of. Tony’s story is a great Alabama political success story.

Happy Holidays.

Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at: www.steveflowers.us.

United States Postal Service’s holiday season

The U.S. Postal Service has been hard at work preparing for the holiday season since January. Rest assured, we’re holiday ready and well prepared to deliver fast and reliable service to every address in Wetumpka, AL and across America.

USPS has made significant investments to ensure your holiday greeting cards and packages reach their intended destination on-time. We’ve added 249 new package sorting machines across the nation which will allow us to process 60 million packages per day. This new equipment

is part of $40 billion in new investments made under Delivering for America, our 10-year plan to achieve financial sustainability and service excellence.

Additionally, we have the space we need to manage all packages and mail when they reach us. We’ve strategically expanded our footprint by 8.5 million square feet throughout the country to augment space shortages at existing postal facilities and we’ve deployed new technology on our workroom floors to make sure we can track and move mail and packages quickly and to get them on their way.

The 650,000 men and women

of the U.S. Postal Service pride themselves on playing an important role in delivering the holidays for the nation. We’ve had more than 100,000 part time employees convert to full time positions since January 2021. And there is still time to join our team for the holiday season. Open seasonal positions are posted at usps.com/ hiring.

Thank you for continuing to support the Postal Service. Our Wetumpka postal team wishes you a wonderful holiday season.

Candy A. Stettler Postmaster

Kenneth Boone,

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New AC budget could have new positions if approved

The Alexander City City Council faces tough ecisions to achieve a balanced budget.

Department heads are asking for more posions to provide better services for Alexander ity residents. They are also making requests of he council to fund capital projects.

Alexander City finance director Sandy tanbrough said the fiscal year 2021 working udget includes a 3% cost of living adjustment nd the requests for new employees. But conserative revenue estimations leave only $142,913 o cover nearly $4 million in capital requests for he city’s general fund.

Mayor Tommy Spraggins said at a budget work session Thursday the city council faces ough decisions as it seeks to pass a budget Oct.

“It doesn’t leave much for capital projects,” praggins said. “We have either got to have more revenue, cut expenses or borrow money.” Spraggins and Stanbrough made revenue proections based on fiscal year 2019. The record evenue of the past few months is not taken into ccount.

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To learn more about how to get involved in the anti-trafficking initiative visit usiaht. org,

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City has provided funding for schools beyond sales

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

ty taxes are collected between October and December through the Tallapoosa County Revenue Commissioner’s Office. Sales taxes levied by the Tallapoosa County Commission go to the Alexander City Board of Education. But the City of Alexander City provides more. The extra alloca-

The school system paid those utilities to the city.

$270,000 last year for wha is listed as subsidies to

“We use that toward maintenance and maintain ing facilities,” Lankford said. “We have spent $397,000 in that area this year.”

The council provided $360,000 to go toward fine arts program staff.

“It allows us to have a music and arts teacher at every school,” Lankford said.

The total cost of staff fo music and arts teachers las

Turner said the city’s dispatch requires three people per shift and certifications specializing in dispatch. Recreating the lead dispatch position will solve several problems, he said.

Turner also requested creating security positions for the entrance at the new municipal complex. Turner hopes to be able to use retired law enforcement in part-time positions but may need to hire a full time employee if that measure doesn’t work.

Turner and fire chief Reese McAlister asked for help moving forward with increasing pay for

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are cutting grass at Sugar Creek (Wastewater Treatment),” Brewer said. “They did it with overtime tim

Brewer said water treatment employees were cutting the grass most often accruing overtime at rates of $30 and more per hour ur

Alexander City p ty police chief Jay Turner said he was going to fill two positions in animal control because it created issues with the population at the animal shelter. Turner w er wants to shift the positions to create a lead dispatcher r

“Currently we have police officers trying to supervise dispatchers,” Turner said. “(The position) was there at one time.”

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hildren ren toler ated. Now that the community members have heard the words, “Trafficking Free Zon Zone” or “human traffickincking” it’s important to educate them on what sex trafficking looks like in their communities, how to identify a potential victim or o trafficking situation and where to report suspicions

spot what mi t ght be human trafficking as they work in the community on a daily basis. From there, the employee reports it to law enforcement to further investigate Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Office i ce investigator Cameron Perry said the program is open to anyone in Tallapoosa County, especially businesses s “They are welcome to join the effort t rt too,” Perry said. “We want everyone to know human

ing is not welcomed med here

Perry joined Kristen Culligan, juvenile probation tion officer and an memb m er o e f the Children’s Policy Council (CPC) and Family Court of Tallapoosa County, in a partnership with CTSP to help combat hild exploitation and identify children at risk of sex trafficking in Tallapoosa County. The CPC and CTSP work collaboratively in the

Pet of the Week – Jethro

Jethro is possible Bluetick mix, male, about 3 years old, around 50 lbs. He is a simply wonderful dog our staff loves. He is good on a leash, funny and goofy, great with other dogs, kind of scared of cats, good with older children, even good with goats we were told. He knows sit and likes playing fetch with balls. Not super high energy but not a couch potato either. He wants to be inside with his family as might escape a fence to go find company.

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

If you are interested in meeting Jethro or any of our pets, our first step is our Adoption Application you can do here: https://elmorehumane.org/adoption-application-online-form2.html. Once approved, we will coordinate with you to set up an appointment to meet and adopt.

We are located at 255 Central Plank Road, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, our phone number is 334-567-3377 and our website is www.elmorehumane.org for more information.

By Rea Cord Executive Director

Last week we talked about all the considerations we hope families will make about adding a new pet to the family over the holidays. For those who are taking the plunge, here are some more pointers to get pet and people off to a good start.

No matter where you get your new pet, please give your new pet time to adjust. There are dogs and a few cats that quickly adapt to their new home with little effort. But there are others for whom change is more challenging and will need more time to develop trust in their new home and situation. That means patience in allowing those new pets the time to learn about life with their new family. For these pets it can be a matter of a week or a month or more, but most will end up being wonderful pets if they are simply given the time to adjust and trust that they have a new and permanent home. You cannot force these pets

to adapt on your timeline, so be honest with yourself if you are able and willing to help a new pet that might need just a bit longer to feel comfortable.

If you are bringing home a new puppy, keep in mind that puppies are like toddlers in that they don’t understand what is safe and what is off limits. Remember, if a puppy can get something in his mouth, he’ll eat it or chew it! That’s why it’s essential to puppy proof your home and yard. Look at your house from your new puppy’s point of view. Get on your hands and knees so you don’t miss anything at ground level. Keep anything dangerous, like cleaning supplies, behind locked cupboard doors or stored up high. Tie all electrical cords out of your puppy’s reach.

Knickknacks and cell phones can’t be destroyed if they’re kept in drawers or on a high shelf. Keep shoes in a closed closet. If you don’t want something to become a chew toy, prevent your puppy from getting it in the first place. Food smells will

attract your puppy, so be sure he can’t get in your trash. Use barricades like baby gates or exercise pens to keep your puppy confined to safe areas or out of unsafe ones. Check the yard for things like poisonous plants, toxic chemicals, yard tools and look for holes or gaps under gates a small puppy could squeeze though.

If you are bringing home a new kitten, much of the above still applies though you have to also look high since kittens climb and jump quite well. To help a kitten or new cat transition, give it a place to hide. Cardboard boxes or sheets draped over chairs make ideal hiding spots when you first bring kitty home. If the kitten or cat does hide, just let it be and let it come out to investigate on its own timeline. Just like dogs you cannot force a new cat to come around on your schedule.

Make sure the kitten/ cat knows where its litter box is located and place the food and water across the room or in another room as who wants to eat next to their toilet.

Keeping new pets confined to limited areas of the house can help greatly in not only housetraining but just keeping them safe as they learn about their new home. Don’t worry if your new pet(s) doesn’t eat all that well the first 24-48 hours as they learn new routines.

And let your pet get to know you and your family before carting it all over the place as that place even more stress on an animal that might be struggling to feel comfortable in its new home. If your holiday schedule is beyond hectic with parties and activities, perhaps delay bringing in a new pet until after the first of the year when things are calmer, and you have more time to help your new pet become a loved member of your family. Sadly, all our area shelters will still have many pets in need of new homes after the New Year and every month thereafter so don’t fret if you find it best to wait until after the holidays to add a new pet to your family.

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Winter is the coldest of the four seasons. The first day of Winter occurs around December 21, the day of the Winter Solstice. The Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. This is when the North ern Hemisphere of the Earth (which includes the United States) is as far away from the sun as possible. Without as much heat from the Sun, temperatures become colder, and the days are shorter. The Sun sets much earlier in the day than during the other seasons of the year. In many places, it is cold enough to turn rain into snow. Some animals grow thick coats to keep them warm in the cold Winter. Some mammals hibernate through Winter. Hibernation is when an animal sleeps through the cold months for long periods of time. In order to survive the Win ter, birds migrate south to warmer weather. They return to their homes in the Spring. People enjoy Winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating. Kids enjoy warm treats, like hot choco late, and they also enjoy playing in the snow.

Step One: Lay a piece of waxpaper down on your work area.

Step Two: Using your imagination, arrange as many cotton swabs as you would like into a snowflake-shaped pattern. Cut the swabs in half to complete your design.

Step Three: Once you have made a design you like, take your glue and glue the cotton swabs together using small dots. Glue may touch wax paper. When you have applied glue to each connecting part, let them dry for 2-4 hours.

string, wax paper, and scissors.

Step Four: When the glue has completely dried, pick up your ornament. Che for any parts that may not have stayed glued. If needed, re-glue and allow to dry. Then attach a 5-inch string to the ornament. Step Five: Hang it on the tree or in a window.

Joy to the world

Times change, life changes in general. Scripture tells us that God never changes; He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8). The truth of God never changing is revealed in Word and Deed or perhaps even in song! No, the Word does not say music never changes!

On the first Sunday of December each year, our church always begins singing Christmas hymns and this Sunday was no different than all the other years. We used to have a dear Christian lady in our choir who always wanted to sing “Joy to the World’, especially in July.

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to know this was actually “A Christmas Hymn Reconsidered.”

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Ms. Bernice said, “that hymn can be sung anytime!” Let’s fast forward about ten years and Pastor Will says, “my favorite hymn is “Joy to the World”. In fact, he did not begin his pastorate at our church in the month of December, but the congregation sang “Joy to the World” for him on one of his first Sundays behind the pulpit. Only, after researching this beautiful hymn did I come

Bethlehem East Baptist Church will have all Sunday school classes beginning at 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning followed by regular service at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary. We will continue with Facebook Live Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and Worship Service at 11 a.m.

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Regular hours of service are Sundays- 9 a.m. Sunday School and 10 a.m. Morning Worship.

Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. the church offers Children’s Gospel Project, Youth Bible Study and Adult Prayer Meeting. Regular office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Have you ever sung one of these favorite hymns such as, “At the Cross” or “We’re Marching to Zion “. Dr. Isaac Watts was a prolific hymn writer of his day, who incidentally wrote the words to “Joy to the World”. In his day, most hymns sung in churches consisted of psalms and scriptures put to music which, to him, lacked joy and emotion among the congregants as they sang. Dr. Watts father issued a challenge to young Isaac that if he struggled with the songs they sang, then he ought to do something about it. Isaac Watts set out on a

Church Briefs

EAST TALLASSEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ETUMC’s Rivers Edge Flea Market is now closed. The church will start a new project called Rivers Edge Food Pantry. ETUMC will provide canned food, water, dry beans and rice, blankets, and jackets. If you want to donate or help with the cause, call Joan Wood at 334312-4913.

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

lifetime pursuit to write lyrics that exalted Christ and remind Christians of their hope in His saving work on the cross.

While “Joy to the World” is primarily sung at Christmas, it’s not about the incarnation, rather, the song tells of Christ’s return –his second coming. “Joy to the world, the Lord is come; let earth receive her King, let every heart prepare Him room and heaven and nature sing.” (When Jesus was born, scripture tells us that He was not readily received by everyone but when He returns, both heaven and nature will repeat the sounding joy for all of eternity). Secondly, verse three talks about sins and sorrows

tion, visit the church website at http:// epiphanytallassee.org/

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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

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“We are OPEN and everyone is WELCOME! Come worship with us in person Sunday mornings at 8:50 a.m. (contemporary) or 11 a.m. (traditional). Sunday School for all ages is offered Sunday mornings at 10 a.m., and a nursery is available for infants. CHILDREN & YOUTH: meet

being no more. “Behold, I am all things new,” (Revelation 21:1-5). Verse three affirms the second coming, “He rules the world with truth and grace and makes the nations prove.” (Ruling with truth and grace, love and righteousness).

Christmas hymn after all? Without the first coming, there would be no need for Christ’s glory to be revealed in His second coming. We are proclaiming the ultimate joy being revealed at His return.

Jackie Wilbourn is a member of Bethel Baptist Church and a chaplain with Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief.

Sunday evenings from 5-6:30 p.m. and Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15 p.m.; supper is included both days! For more information about our church or the programs we offer, visit our website: fumctallassee. com or call us: 334-283-2195. FUMC Tallassee - 1 Jordan Avenue.”

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Airs every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on 580 WACQ, FM 98.5 & 101.1, on your smart speaker, your TuneIn app, or on our website www.wacqradio.com. Please share on social media. This set of programs features Msgr. Charles Troncale, Fr. Mateusz Rudzik, Fr. James Dean, Fr. David Carucci, Fr. Patrick Driscoll, and Deacon Jim Labadie.

Former Wetumpka star Kavosiey Smoke enters transfer portal

By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor

Former Wetumpka running back Kavosiey Smoke is in the market for a new college football team.

Smoke, who has spent his last five seasons with the Kentucky Wildcats, announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Thursday. As a graduate transfer, he will have one more year of eligibility wherever he ends up.

Five Stanhope Elmore baseball players sign to next level

By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor

Five Stanhope Elmore baseball players signed National Letters of Intent to play college baseball on Monday morning.

Seniors Colton Walls, Colin Woodham, Evan Duncan, Zach Stevens, and Chase Williams each signed their NILs with their respective schools.

Walls signed with Troy University, Woodham signed with Jacksonville State University, Duncan signed with Gulf Coast State College, Stevens signed with South Alabama, and Williams signed with UAB.

“This is really special,” head coach Kaleb Shuman said. “To see where they started and where they’ve been able to get through work, I wish I could take credit but I can’t. It’s all been them and their work ethic and drive to be the best. That’s what makes each of them special. I couldn’t be more proud of them and I’m really excited to see what they do in the future.”

Walls was the first of the group to sign on Monday, and he signed a scholarship with Troy. He will be on both the baseball and football teams at Troy.

He has been committed to Troy for over a calendar year, and he was committed as both an infielder and pitcher. He plays third base for the Mustangs, and he hit .360 with 40 hits, nine doubles, seven home runs, and 29 RBIs.

On the mound, he finished with a team-best 1.33 earned run average with 48 strikeout in 42 innings pitched.

In football, he specializes in long snapping but also plays tight end for Stanhope.

“It feels amazing that I get to play college ball in both sports and that I don’t have to give anything up,” Walls said. “I get to keep doing what I’ve been doing since I was little and it feels amazing. I feel like I can definitely make a difference for them.”

Woodham has had the lengthiest high school career out of the crew. He’s been playing on the varsity team in some capacity since he was in eighth grade, and he has been the team’s No. 1 pitcher for seemingly his entire career.

Woodham committed to JSU earlier this fall. He doesn’t have an overpowering fastball, as he sits between 81 and 84 miles per hour, but he does a great job of keeping hitters off balanced with movement.

He can throw every pitch for a strike, and he’s proved that over his high school career. As a junior last season, he recorded a 1.65 ERA with 91 strikeouts and only 16 walks in 68 innings pitched. Batters only had a .180 batting average against him.

“It feels great,” Woodham said. “It just proves that all the hard work that I’ve put in has been worth it. I think I bring a lot to the college level. I can dominate on the mound but I can be a good teammate and be a leader and do my best on the field.”

Duncan had the most recent commitment of the five signees, as he committed to Gulf Coast State College on October 17. Duncan, who stands at 6-foot-6 and is a large human being, will have the chance to both pitch and hit at the next level.

Duncan plays in right field for the the Mustangs, and he serves as one of the team’s top relief pitchers.

He had a stellar junior season where he hit .436 with 48 hits, eight doubles, seven home runs, and 32 RBIs. He was just as good on the mound as he went a perfect 8-0 in relief with a 1.73 ERA with two saves and 41 strikeouts in 32 innings.

“All the hard work that I’ve been doing throughout my life has paid off,” Duncan said. “Now I can go and show off my true talents. I really liked how the coaches at Gulf Coast communicated with me and showed me I was family there.”

Stevens also serves as one of the team’s top infielders and pitchers. He plays shortstop for the Mustangs, but he is also one of the top three starters. He committed to USA over a calendar year ago.

He is signing as a pitcher, but could possibly get

Smoke finishes his career in Lexington with 291 carries for 1,583 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. He is 20th all-time in Kentucky history for rushing yards.

He averaged 5.4 yards per carry in his career, which ranks Top 10 in school history.

Smoke earned four starts to begin the year while teammate Chris Rodriguez was suspended, and he rushed 51 times for 263 yards and a touchdown during that stretch.

By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor

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Kavosey Smoke (20) scored his first collegiate touchdown in a game against Louisville in 2018.

See SMOKE, Page B2

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From L-R: Bradley Brown, Bryson Boone, Austin Champion, Chad Michael, Bradley Boone.

DALTON MIDDLETON THE HERALD Austin Champion attempts a pass in the AISA AllStar Game. He threw for two touchdowns in the win.

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Bradley Boone attempts to defend a pass in the All-Star matchup.

Edgewood Academy was well represented in the AISA All-Star Football Game last Friday night.

Four Edgewood Academy athletes along with head coach Chad Michael were selected to play in the event. Michael served as an assistant coach while quarterback Austin Champion, defensive lineman Bryson Boone, and defensive back Bradley Boone each played in the game.

Bradley Brown also participated as the lone cheerleader from Edgewood Academy.

See GAME, Page B2

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Bryson Boone played defensive line for the East squad in the All-Star game.

The Edgewood Academy players served as part of the East All-Star team, and they helped lead the East to a 36-22 win over the West team.

Champion, playing as one of the two quarterbacks on the team, passed for two touchdown passes in the game. He tossed a 60-yard touchdown pass to put the East up, 22-15, in the third quarter, then passed for his second touchdown late in the fourth.

Following a safety that put the East up, 24-22, Champion connected on another deep touchdown pass to extend the East’s lead to 30-22.

Both Bradley and Bryson Boone played on defense and helped hold the West to only one touchdown in the second half.

That included 80 yards against Florida, 66 yards against Youngstown State, and 85 yards against Northern Illinois.

For the last eight games of the season, Smoke earned only seven carries for 14 yards.

Smoke was a standout at Wetumpka high school. He was a three-star prospect and ranked as the No. 17 prospect in the state of Alabama in 2018 despite not earning an offer from Auburn, which he held out hope for.

Smoke was one of Wetumpka’s driving forces in the Indians’ state championship run in 2017. During his senior season, he rushed fro 1,508 yards and 28 touchdowns.

the chance to play in the infield in the future as well.

In 59 innings of work as a junior, Stevens recorded a 2.74 ERA and struck out 85 batters and walked only 26.

He had a team-high 10.1 strikeouts per seven innings, and he allowed only a .211 batting average form opposing hitters.

“It’s very exciting,” Stevens said. “I’ve dreamed of this since I was a little kid. Hopefully this isn’t the last time that I sign a piece of paper allowing me to play baseball at the next level.”

Williams has been committed the longest of any of the five, as he committed to play for UAB over two years ago. He has stayed committed to the Blazers through a coaching change, and they have never wavered on wanting Williams in Birmingham.

He brings both an elite bat and elite speed to the next level, and he’s shown that over the course of his high school career.

Williams had the highest batting average of anyone in the county last season. He hit .475 with 58 hits, 11 doubles, three triples, and 19 RBIs. He was a nightmare for opposing pitchers on the base path as he scored 46 runs and stole 28 bases.

“I can’t wait to get to UAB and see what they have in store for me,” Williams said. “They made me feel like home since the start, and they’ve continued to make me feel like that. I want to continue my stellar defense and get my arm stronger and start swinging it better.”

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Bradley Brown cheers on the East squad during the AISA All-Star Game.

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SMOKE Continued from B1

GAME Continued from B1

CLIFF WILLIAMS THE HERALD Wetumpka’s Kavosiey Smoke cuts back as Stanhope Elmore defenders try to tackle him.

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From L-R: Troy signee Colton Walls, Gulf Coast signee Evan Duncan, USA signee Zach Stevens, Jacksonville State signee Colin Woodham, UAB signee Chase Williams.

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someone who is convincing but who might be completely out to lunch. Trust yourself. Tonight: Listen.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Do not make important decisions today about inheritances, shared property or debt, because there’s an element of confusion. Postpone these decisions for another day. Meanwhile, this is a great day to schmooze and have fun with others, especially people who are “different.” Tonight: Learn something.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Tread carefully today, because you might feel confused about what to do. For example, you might get mixed messages from parents, bosses, partners or close friends. That’s because there is genuine confusion happening today. However, it’s a great day to socialize at home. Tonight: Check your nances.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

If you have doubts about something at work -- especially if it’s related to the instructions from a supervisor or a boss -- then do nothing. Wait until this can be cleared up tomorrow or another day. Avoid making a mistake. Your better choice is to have a fun conversation with someone. Tonight: Cooperate.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Romance might be disappointing today. Ask yourself if you were clear about what you wanted. Unexpressed expectations almost always lead to disappointment. Fortunately, you might nd comfort with a co-worker. A sympathetic ear is helpful. Tonight: Work. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) This is a lovely day to relax and enjoy the company of others in social situations. Accept invitations to go out or meet people for coffee, a drink or happy hour. However, family discussions, especially with parents, might be confusing. Do nothing if you’re unsure about what to do. Tonight: Socialize. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Keep a low prole today, because

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) This is the perfect day to play hooky, because your energy level is lower. Yes, you need the day off. It’s also easy to feel discouraged or beaten down by situations happening around you. Fortunately, a boss or parent might reassure you. Take it easy today. Pamper yourself. Tonight: Check your money.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You might feel full of self-doubt today or question what you’re doing. Take this seriously. We all have days like this. It’s the human condition. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a lovely conversation with someone from another culture or someone who is “different.” Trust your intuition. Tonight: Conversations.

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If talking to friends and groups today, avoid making a nancial commitment, which you will be tempted to do. Don’t do it. There’s a lot of fuzzy thinking going on today. And for your sign, it could impact you nancially. Instead, relax and converse with someone about your ideas. Do not commit. Tonight: Do research.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) It’s easy to get mixed signals or misread what bosses, parents or people in

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF Alabama COUNTY OF ELMORE Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Brandi S Taylor An Unmarried Woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for GMFS, LLC, its successors and assigns dated April 13, 2017; said mortgage being recorded on April 14, 2017, in Book 2017, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to GMFS LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2022, Page 6321

Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. The undersigned, GMFS LLC, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Elmore County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on the 19th day of January, 2023 the following property, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot 18, of Stoneridge Subdivision Plat No. 2, as shown on that certain of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama in Plat Book 15, at Page 22. Said property is commonly known as 167 Stoneridge Drive, Tallassee, AL

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In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Frasier-Ousley Construction and Engineering, Inc., Contractor, has completed the Contract for the Prison, Wetumpka, Alabama, GMC Proj. No. AMGM19005715, for Alabama Department of Corrections, Owner, and havement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Goodwyn Mills and Cawood, Inc., 2660 Eastchase Lane, Suite 200, Montgomery, AL 36117.

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Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21, 28 2022 and Jan. 4, 2023

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In accordance with Code of Alabama, section 10A-1-9.22, notice is hereby given that HITREE Logging, LLC, an Alabama limited liability company (the “ComDissolution effective December 7, 2022. The Company’s regisElmore County, Alabama. Any person with a claim against the Company should present the claim in accordance with this Notice. A claim must include the following information: (a) name of claimant; (b) street address of claimant; (c) mailing address of claimant; (d) name of person to contact regarding claim; (e) telephone number of person to contact regarding claim; (f) amount of claim; (g) date of claim; (h) nature and brief description of claim; and (i) copy of the most recent invoice regarding the claim or other written evidence of the claim, if any. A claim should be sent to the following address: 195 Gossombama 36092. A claim against the Company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within two years after the publication of this Notice, if not sooner barred. Dec. 14, 2022

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF Alabama COUNTY OF ELMORE Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Douglas A Lovejoy An Unmarried Man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Hope Federal Credit Union, its successors and assigns dated March 31, 2020; said mortgage being recorded on March 31, 2020, in Book 2020, Page of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred

g to Hope Federal Credit Union by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2022, Page 66150 in the of Elmore County, Alabama. The undersigned, Hope Federal Credit Union, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Elmore County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on the 19thing property, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot 58, in Block H-3, according to the Map of Hickory Hills at Emerald Mountain Plat No. 3, as the County, Alabama, in Plat Book 12 at Page 96 & 97. Said property is commonly known as 30 Hickory Lane, Wetumpka, AL between the property address and the legal description the legal description will control. Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), the right of redemption of any taxing authority, all outstanding liens for public utilities which constitute liens upon the property, any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, easements, rights-of-way, zoning ordinances, restrictions, special assessments, covenants, the statutory right of redemption pursuant to Alabama law, and any matters of record including, but not limited to, those supeout above. Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the abovenamed or the undersigned. The successful bidder must present of the winning bid at the time and place of sale. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Pro-

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grams may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to prohibited under the U.S. Bank-of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage. HOPE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION as holder of said mortgage McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Two North Twentieth 2 20th Street North, Suite 1000 Birmingham, AL 35203 (800) 275-7171 FT21@mccalla.com File No. 22-03908AL www.foreclosurehotline.net

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21 and 28, 2022 22-03908AL

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SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Carol B Ford and Bill Ford, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns, on July 13, 2020, said mortgage being recorded in the of Elmore County, Alabama, on July 21, 2020 at Book 2020, atgage Corporation, the current holder, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Elmore County Courthouse, in Wetumpka, Alduring the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: COMMENCE

AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION COUNTY, ALABAMA; THENCE -

CATED ON THE NORTHEAST RIGHT OF WAY OF ALABAMA HIGHWAY NO. 111 AND THE THE HEREIN DESCRIBED

AND ALONG SAID RIGHT OFING AT THE INTERSECTION OF SAID HIGHWAY NO. 111 AND THE RIGHT OF WAY THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT FEET TO A FENCE CORNER;

OF BEGINNING Being the same property as conveyedhusband and wife as set forth in-

ranty or recourse, expressed 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. help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expense of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender

form of a wire transfer, bank or Halliday, Watkins & Mann, award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. If sale is voidreturn the bid amount to the successful purchaser and the be liable to the purchase for any damages. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be only entitled to a return of the deposit and bid Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit is purchase price against the expenses of sale and indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.

Freedom Mortgage Corporation

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE. Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Mickey R Willis, and Charlene M Willis, husband and wife, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Countrywide Bank, FSB., on July 19, 2007, said mortgage recorded in the OfTallapoosa County, Alabama, in Document Number: 230774; the undersigned Bank of America, N.A., 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 Dadeville, Tallapoosa County, Alabama, on December 27, 2022, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot Number 307 Block according to map and plat prepared by William R. Sizemore, surveyor of property known as Tallassee Mills, East Tallassee Subdivision dated February 7, 1951 and recorded among the land records of Tallapoosa -

dress for informational purposes: 211 Dorman Ave , Tallassee, WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS,

TO TITLE, USE AND/OR EN--

abama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances.

help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00)

time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid next business day at the Law the address indicated below. Tifright 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. Bank of Ameri-

Avenue South, Suite 330, Birmingham, AL 35205 www.tblaw.

Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and 14, 2022 22-08141

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NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF REGINA DENISE HONAKER, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-358 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of REGINA DENISE HONAKER, deceased, having been granted to JOHN CHRISTOPHER HONAKER on December, 5, 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.

JOHN CHRISTOPHER HONAKER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF REGINA DENISE HONAKER, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: ED PARISH, JR. THE PARISH LAW FIRM PO BOX 52 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101-0052 323 ADAMS AVE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-263-0003

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21 and 28, 2022 EST/HONAKER R.

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE. Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Timothy A Sneed, married man, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Interlinc Mortgage Services, LLC, on May 31, 2018, said mortgage recorded in the OfElmore County, Alabama, in Loan Services, LLC, as Mortgagee/Transferee, under and

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gg 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 CourtCounty, Alabama, on February 1, 2023, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: A tract of land containing two acres, more or less, located in the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 30, Township 20, Range 20, Elmore County, Alabama, more particularly described as East right of way of Alabama road intersects the quarter section line between the Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter and the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Secthence continue in a Southwesterly direction along said road

thence run in an Easterly direction along the South side of said in a Southwesterly direction thence Northwesterly direction East right of way of said road: thence run in a Northeasterly direction along the East right of way of said road a distance -

TO TITLE, USE AND/OR EN-

TIES ENTITLED THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. 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

time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid next business day at the Law at the address indicated below. the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due.

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

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NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD LEE JONES, JR., DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-338 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of EDWARD LEE JONES, JR., deceased, having been granted to LEE RANDALL JONES and CUMBERLAND TRUST AND INVESTMENT COMPANY on the 21st day of November, 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.

LEE RANDALL JONES and CUMBERLAND TRUST AND INVESTMENT COMPANY CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD LEE JONES, JR., DECEASED

Attorney of Record for such Co-Personal Representatives: R. EUGENE CLENNEY, JR. JOHNSTON HINESLEY PC 291 NORTH OATES STREET DOTHAN, ALABAMA 36303 P O BOX 2246 DOTHAN, ALABAMA 36302 334-793-1115

Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and 14, 2022 EST/JONES E.

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE. Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Lanny Walters, an unmarried individual, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for First Community Bank of Central Alabama, on March 11, 2016, said mortgage

Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY Book 2016 Page 10761; the undersigned Regions Bank dba Regions Mortgage, as Mortgagee/Transferee, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse at Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama, on January 5, 2023, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: A portion of Lot 2, Valley Brook Subdivision, Plat “B” (A Replat of Lots 1-3 & 5-7) as reof Probate, Elmore County, Alabama, in Plat Book 8, Page 32, and more particularly described as follows: Begin at an iron pin at the Southwest corner of said Lot 2; thence North 14 degrees 50 minutes 00 seconds West, along the West line of said Lot 2, 100.00 feet to an iron pin at the Northwest corner of said Lot 2, thence North 63 degrees 23 minutes 18 seconds East, 1.27 feet to a concrete Right of Way monument on the South Right of Way of Cobb’s Ford Road; thence Easterly along said Right of Way the following three (3) calls: 1) North 70 degrees 38 minutes 20 seconds East, 133.33 feet to a concrete Right of Way monument; 2) South 79 degrees 00 minutes 10 seconds East, 19.91 feet to a concrete Right of Way monument; 3) South 46 degrees 50 minutes 24 seconds East, 84.60 feet to a concrete Right of Way monument on the west Right of Way of Valley Brook Road; thence South 15 degrees 54 minutes 21 seconds East, along said Right of Way, 14.72 feet to an iron pin at the Southeast corner of Lot 2 of the afore-mentioned plat; thence leaving said Right of Way, South 70 degrees 37 minutes 47 seconds West, along the South line of said Lot 2, 197.81 feet to the Point of Beginning.. Property street address for informational purposes: 1751 Valley Brook Rd , Millbrook, AL 36054. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR 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) to Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid next business day at the Law at the address indicated below. Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.

Regions Bank dba Regions Mortgage, (“Transferee”) Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., 2311 Highland Avenue South, Suite 330, Birmingham, AL 35205 www.tblaw. com TB File Number: 22-08712

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022 22-08712

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NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID V. BISHOP, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-307 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of DAVID V. BISHOP, deceased, having been granted to JIM BISHOP, III on December 1, 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.

JIM BISHOP, III ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID V. BISHOP, DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: JOSEPH K. BAMBURG ATTORNEY AT LAW 409 LAY DAM ROAD CLANTON, ALABAMA 35045 205-755-1975

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022 EST/BISHOP D.

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR ADOPTION IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA AT CASE NUMBER: A2022-019, A2022-020 and A2022-021

TO: DUSTIN L. BAKER, THE FATHER OF B.S.C, C.L.B. AND J.R.B. AND NOTICE TO ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTY Take notice that a Petition for -

ERIC WILMER JAGUSCH, as Petitioner, for the adoption of MASHONA EVELYN BAKER and that a Petition for Adoption -

ER JAGUSCH, as Petitioner, for the adoption of for the C.L.B. a EVELYN BAKER JAGUSCH -

USCH, as Petitioner, for the born to MASHONA EVELYN BAKER JAGUSCH on August contest these adoptions. Be ad---

Court proceeding to consider such Petitions without further

JOHN THORNTON PROBATE JUDGE ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA Attorney for Petitioner SAMUEL J. MCLURE THE ADOPTION LAW FIRM P O BOX 640667 PIKE ROAD, ALABAMA 36064 334-546-2009

A2022-019

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DELORES WAITES LAMBERTH, WHO IS ALSO KNOWN AS DOLORES VERNELL LAMBERTH, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-356

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters Testamentary in the Estate of DELORES WAITES LAMBERTH, who is also known as DOLORES VERNELL LAMBERTH, deceased, having been granted to CHERYL ANN ROBERSON and KAREN LEE COLLEY on the 30th day of November 2022 by Justin Edwards, Special Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. Attorney of Record for such Co-Personal Representatives: JACQUELINE E. AUSTIN ATTORNEY AT LAW PO BOX 908 108 COURT ST CHERYL ANN ROBERSON and KAREN LEE COLLEY CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ESTATE OF DELORES WAITES LAMBERTH, who is also known as DOLORES VERNELL LAMBERTH, DECEASED WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-567-4874 jeaatty@aol.com

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022 EST/LAMBERTH, D.

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NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CORA SUE TURNER MOODY, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-348 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters Testamentary in the Estate of CORA SUE TURNER MOODY, deceased, having been granted to BOBBY JON MOODY on November, 18, 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.

BOBBY JON MOODY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CORA SUE TURNER MOODY, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: ROBERT B. RENEAU LAW OFFICES OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 335-514-1011

Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and 14, 2022 EST/MOODY, C.

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALAN DEWAYNE NOBLES, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-297 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of ALAN DeWAYNE NOBLES, deceased, having been granted to KELLY MARIE NOBLES on December, 6, 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.

KELLY MARIE NOBLES PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ALAN DEWAYNE NOBLES, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: ED PARISH, JR. THE PARISH LAW FIRM PO BOX 52 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101-0052 323 ADAMS AVE MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-263-0003

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21 and 28, 2022 EST/NOBLES A. PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS MICHAEL MCGOUGH, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-365 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of THOMAS MICHAEL McGOUGH, deceased, having been granted to NANCY N. McGOUGH on December 9, 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.

NANCY N. McGOUGH ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS MICHAEL MCGOUGH, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: D. JASON BRITT STONE, BRITT & WEBB, LLC ATTORNEYS & COUNSELORS AT LAW 114 S MAIN ST PO BOX 967 WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-517-6520

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21 and 28, 2022 EST/MCGOUGH, T. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN WESLEY POWELL, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-349 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of JOHN WESLEY POWELL, deceased, having been granted to MARK ALAN POWELL on November 18, 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.

MARK ALAN POWELL ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN WESLEY POWELL, DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: REGINA EDWARDS LAW OFFICES OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-514-1011

Wetumpka Herald: Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and 14, 2022 EST/POWELL, J. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DONNIE J. MADDOX, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-314

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of DONNIE J. MADDOX, deceased, having been granted to FAYE EDMONDSON on December 9, 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.

FAYE EDMONDSON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF DONNIE J. MADDOX, DECEASED Address of

2022 EST/MADDOX, D.

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SANDRA MCLENDON, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-355

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of SANDRA MCLENDON, deceased, having been granted to STACEY PRICE on November, 28, 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.

STACEY PRICE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF SANDRA MCLENDON, DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: FRANK TRUNCALI ATTORNEY AT LAW 445 DEXTER AVE, SUITE 4050 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-557-7017 attorneyft@outlook.com

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022 EST/MCLENDON, S.

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALLEN D. WAGES, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-278 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of ALLEN D. WAGES, deceased, having been granted to CHARLES FRED TOOMEY on November 30, 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.

CHARLES FRED TOOMEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ALLEN D. WAGES, DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: ANDREW ODOM THE CLEVELAND FIRM, LLC 711 MCQUEEN SMITH ROAD SOUTH PRATTVILLE. ALABAMA 36066 334-365-6266 andrew@clevelandgroup.legal

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES G. MAYS, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-237

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Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JAMES G. MAYS, deceased, having been granted to ANITA C. MAYS on December 1, 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.

ANITA C. MAYS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES G. MAYS. DECEASED

Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: KYLE C. SHIRLEY MCDOWELL, FAULK & SHIRLEY, LLC 145 WEST MAIN STREET PRATTVILLE. ALABAMA 36067 334-365-5924

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID SCOTT WILSON, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-357

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters Testamentary in the Estate of DAVID SCOTT WILSON, deceased, having been granted to LENA RENEE’ WILSON on November, 30, 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.

LENA RENEE’ WILSON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF DAVID SCOTT WILSON, DECEASED Attorney of Record for

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y Personal Representative: JAMES CLAYTON ATTORNEY AT LAW PO BOX 640411 PIKE ROAD, ALABAMA 36064 334-300-6015

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022 EST/WILSON, D.

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE

Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage dated September 10, 2012, executed by Jeremy B. Cramer and Geneva M. Cramer, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as nominee for First Community Mortgage, which mortgage was recorded on September 18, 2012, in RLPY Book 2012, Page 47014, of the mortgage records in the Elmore County, Alabama, which mortgage was, duly transferred and assigned to Crescent Mortgage Company, notice is hereby given that pursuant to law and the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the undersigned will sell at public outcry, to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the North Door entrance to the Elmore County Courthouse at Wetumpka, Alabama, during the legal hours of sale on January 19, 2023, the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Commence at an iron pin at the Northeast Corner of the West 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 21, Township 20 North, Range 17 East, Elmore County, Alabama; thence South 01 degrees 09 minutes 29 seconds East, 891.35 feet to an iron pin in the centerline of Tanner Lane, a county maintained gravel road; thence South 89 degrees 02 minutes 19 seconds West, along the centerline of said road (more or less), 165.33 feet to an iron pin, said point being the Point of Beginning; thence continue South 89 degrees 02 minutes 19 seconds West, along centerline of said road (more or less), 300.00 feet to an iron pin; thence leaving said road, North 02 degrees 29 minutes 07 seconds East, 582.45 feet to an iron pin; thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 19 seconds East, 300.00 feet to an iron pin; thence South 02 degrees 29 minutes 07 seconds West, 582.45 feet to the point of beginning. The above-described property lies in the West 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 21, Township 20 North, Range 17 East, Elmore County, Alabama and contains 4.00 acres, more or less, and the South 30 feet is subject to ingress/egress and utility easement. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage as well as expenses of foreclosure. This property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, subject to any easements, encumbrancin the mortgage and those contained in the records ofbate of the County where the above-described property is situated. This property will be sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to condition, 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. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) to Stephens Millirons, P.C. at the time and place of sale. The balance of the purchase price by noon on the second business day following the sale atlirons, P.C. at 120 Seven Cedars Drive, Huntsville, Alabama 35802. Stephens Millirons, P.C. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidders should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due.

Crescent Mortgage Company Transferee Robert J. Wermuth/jmm Stephens Millirons, P.C. P.O. Box 307 Huntsville, Alabama 35804 Attorney for Mortgagee Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21 and 28, 2022

FC/CRAMER

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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET JUNE WOODRUFF, DECEASED CASE NO: 2022-351

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE

Letters of Administration over the Estate of MARGARET JUNE WOODRUFF, deceased, having been granted to ROBERT GLEN WOODRUFF on November 29, 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.

ROBERT GLEN WOODRUFF ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET JUNE

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WOODRUFF, DECEASED

Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: RALEY L. WIGGINS RED OAK LEGAL, P.C. 322 CATOMA STREET MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36104 334-239-3625 RLW@redoaklegalpc.com Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 7, 14 and 21, 2022 EST/WOODRUFF, M.

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain Mortgage executed by Tanya Renee Hooks in favor of First Community Bank of Central Alabama, on May 6, 2021, said mortgage recorded May 7, 2021, in the of Elmore County, Alabama, and, pursuant to the laws of the State of Alabama, the undersigned First Community Bank of Central Alabama, under and by virtue of the power of sale provision and other terms contained in said Mortgage, elects to declare the entire indebtedness secured by said Mortgage due and payable, and will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder, for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse of Elmore County, Alabama, at 100 E Commerce Street, Wetump-

interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, toNo. 2, as the same appears of

conveyance incident thereto are subject to the legal rights of any existing federal tax liens, mortgages, special assessments, easements, restrictions, and reservations appearing-

THE MORTGAGE AND THOSE CONTAINED IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF -

THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under cermay also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said Mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a nonrefundable deposit of One to Memory Memory & Causby, time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price by noon the next business day address indicated below. First Community Bank of Central Alabama reserves the right to award the bid to the next 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. The sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. Address: MemS. McDonough Street, MontBy: /s/ Stuart H. Memory Stuart H. Memory, attorney for First Community Bank of Central Alabama

smemory@memorylegal.com Wetumpka Herald: FC/HOOKS

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE Default having been made in the terms of that certain Mortgage, executed on 08/19/2020, by TAVARIS A. BROWN, A MARRIED MAN, AND ELIZABETH BROWN, as Mortgagors, to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC as Mortgagee, which said Mortthe Judge of Probate, Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY BOOK 2020, Page 59349 on 08/25/2020, and Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC is currently the holder of the Mortgage, and underlying promissory note secured thereby, and Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC is authorized to enforce the terms of the Mortgage secured by said promissory note; and default having continued under the terms of said Mortgage, and by virtue of Alabama Code Sec-

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y tion 35-10-3 and 35-10-2, the following described real property will be sold at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, in front of the Courthouse door of said County, during the legal hours of sale, on 01/12/2023 LOT 18 ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF MAGNOLIA ESTATES SUBDIVISION PLAT NO. 3 AS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN PLAT BOOK 14 AT PAGE 99 BEING REPLAT OF LOT 1, MAGNOLIA ESTATES PLAT NO.1, AS THE SAME IS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN PLAT BOOK 11, PAGE 70. Subject to all easements, restrictions and reservations appearing of record. Said sale will also be made subject to any Federal Tax Liens and/or Special Assessments of any nature, if any, which might adversely affect the title to the property. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. The property is being sold “as is, where is”. Said property is sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use or enjoyment. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. Kent D. McPhail Kent McPhail & Associates, LLC Attorney for Mortgagee/Transferee 126 Government Street Mobile, AL 36602 251-438-2333 Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 21 and 28, 2022 FC/BROWN

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FORECLOSURE NOTICE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness described in and secured by that certain mortgage executed by MARLIN MCKINNEY and DONNA MCKINNEY, husband and wife, as Mortgagor(s) to Gilberto Sanchez, as Mortgagee, dated the 6th day of May, 2013, and recorded in RLPY Book 2013, Page 32294, et of the Judge of Probate Court of Elmore County, Alabama; said mortgage being lastly assigned to REGIONS BANK by instrument recorded in said Probate Court records; said default continuing, notice is hereby given that the undersigned will, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage sell at public outcry for cash to the highest bidder during legal hours of sale, on the 8th day of December, 2022, in the city of Wetumpka, at the front door of the Court House of Elmore County, Alabama, the following described real property situated in the County of Elmore,

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y State of Alabama, to-wit: The NW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, T20N, R18E, containing 10 acres more or less. Less and except the following described parcel already deeded to William A. Levins and Martha H. Levins: Begin at an iron pin at the SW corner of the N1/2 of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, T20N, R18E, Elmore County, Alabama, thence N 00 deg. 06 min. 16 sec. West along 1/4 section section line, 30.00 feet to an iron pin; thence S 45 deg. 27 min. 59 sec. E 42.16 feet to an iron pin on the south line of the NW1/4 of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, thence S 89 deg. 10 min. 17 sec. W along said quarter-quarter section line, 30.00 feet to the point of beginning. The above described property lies in the N 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, T20N, R18E, Elmore County, Alabama and contains 0.01 acres more or less. Granted also is a non-exclusive easement of 30’ even width along the entire southern boundary of the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, T20N, R18E, to provide ingress and egress to and from the above described parcel from US Hwy 231. This property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, subject to any easements, encumbrances, reservations and exceptions or those contained in the reof Probate of the county where the above-described property is situated. This property will be sold 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. Said sale will be made for the purpose of paying said indebtedness and the expenses incident to this sale, including a reasonable attorney’s fee, and the other purposes set out in said mortgage. The sale will be conducted subis not prohibited under the U.S.status of the loan with the Mortgagee. REGIONS BANK Holder of said Mortgage Goodman G. Ledyard PIERCE LEDYARD, P.C. Attorneys for Mortgagee Alabama 36616 (251) 3381300 THE ABOVE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE HAS BEEN CONTINUED TO January 18, 2023, AT THE TIME AND PLACE AS SET OUT ABOVE.

Wetumpka Herald: Dec. 14, 2022 FC/MCKINNEY

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PUBLIC NOTICE

MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE

Default having been made in the terms of that certain Mortgage, executed on 02/04/2020, by Michael Shorey Jr., unmarried, as Mortgagor, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. as Mortgagee, which said Mortgage is recorded inbate, Elmore County, Alabama,ly assigned to Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC and record-

default having continued under the terms of said Mortgage, and by virtue of Alabama Code Secfollowing described real property will be sold at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, in front of the Courthouse door of said County, during the legal THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED STATE OF ALABAMA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 6 ACCORDING TO THE

RECORDED IN THE OFFICE

Subject to all easements, restrictions and reservations appearing of record. Said sale will also be made subject to any Federal Tax Liens and/or Special Assessments of any nature, if any, which might adversely affect the title to the property. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumexist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. The property is being sold “as is, where is”. Said property is sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use or enjoyment. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.

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Elmore County’s Stevenson signs with Montevallo baseball

By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor

Elmore County senior Payton Stephenson signed to play college baseball on Wednesday morning.

Stephenson, a multi-sport athlete at Elmore County, signed his National Letter of Intent with the University of Montevallo, a Division II school in the Gulf South Conference. The star infielder was awarded 90% of a scholarship, one of the largest scholarships the school has ever offered a player.

“It feels really great to after all the hard work I’ve put in,” Stephenson said. “I want to thank all of my coaches and teammates for believing in me and giving me this moment.”

It was an easy decision for Stephenson to sign with Montevallo.

After a camp in Troy, Montevallo reached out to him and was impressed with the way he performed. Stephenson said their recruiting coach told him he’d never seen athletic ability like Stephenson displayed, and they really liked him.

The school offered him the scholarship shortly

after, and he committed on October 21.

“Ever since they offered me, it’s been uphill from there. Their coaches have really stayed in touch and treated me like family. They gave me one of the biggest scholarships in school history, and I think think I can get to the next level there.”

The prospect of getting drafted and playing professional baseball was one of the biggest selling points for Stephenson. Montevallo has had 19 players drafted from the program since 1981, and five have been drafted in the last eight years.

That includes players drafter inside the Top 10 rounds, and most recently a player drafted in the 19th round in 2019.

Along with the draft picks, Montevallo has been extremely successful under head coach Chandler Rose, who has been leading the program for 13 years.

Last season, the Falcons posted one of their best seasons yet with a 36-15 overall record, good for a .706 winning percentage. They went 18-11 in conference play, and finished the year a whopping 24-3 at home.

They ended their season in the conference tournament, but look to be even better this season.

I know they have multiple draft picks and guys playing professional baseball,” Stephenson said. “They’re going to be competing for the national championship this year. I’m looking forward to getting there.”

Stephenson still has one more season to improve on his game, but he could be a player that makes an instant impact at the next level. The infielder possesses a very flashy glove in the field, and he can swing it with the best of hitters.

As a junior last season, he was named to the All-County team after recording a .414 batting average, .539 on base percentage, 36 hits, 10 doubles, three triples, 26 RBIs, and 15 stolen bases in 28 games.

He was second on the team in batting average and stolen bases, and led in total hits.

“I think I can bring a lot of the table in college,” Stephenson said. “I can make the plays in the field and I’ll just do whatever the team needs and asks me to do.”

DALTON MIDDLETON | THE HERALD

Elmore County’s Payton Stephenson signed his National Letter of Intent with Montevallo baseball on Wednesday.