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State’s teacher of the year winner will be revealed later today

By GREGG PARKER Gregg@themadisonrecord.com

Nationals At the All-Girls National Chess Championship, Discovery Middle School Chess Team members Christina Yang, Caroline Wang and Nirvana Rajbhadari won the first national championship in program history of Madison City Chess League or MCCL. Page 3A

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MADISON – Like the NCAA’s “Sweet 16” basketball finalists, the Alabama State Department of Education has its own “Sweet 16” and “Final Four” for “Alabama Teacher of the Year.” One Madison teacher is among those top four.

“Congratulations to Kristen F. Steele, chemistry teacher at James Clemens, for qualifying as District 8 ‘Secondary Teacher

of the Year.’ Ms. Steele is now a (Final Four) Finalist for the 2022-2023 ‘Alabama Teacher of the Year’ award,” Dr. Ed Nichols, Superintendent of Madison City Schools, said.

“The 16 emerged from a group of more than 150 top educators under consideration for this award and (has been) pared down to the final Top Four,” Nichols said. The Final Four includes two secondary teachers and two from elementary schools. Officials will reveal the winners at Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts on May 11 at 6 p.m.

Selecting the top teachers involved various “educational stakeholders, including current and former administrators, teachers and community leaders in various capacities within our District 8 region and throughout the state,” Steele said.

“This entire experience has been completeSee STEELE Page 2A

Kristen Steele teaches at James Clemens High School.

Council interviews finalists for Madison Board of Education

Baseball playoffs With three local schools still in the running for a baseball state championship going into the next round of the post-season playoffs, two fell in their battles leaving Madison Academy as the lone squad to advance to the next round. Page 5A

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By GREGG PARKER Gregg@themadisonrecord.com

Crews worked feverishly on Friday to get The Orion ready for the amphitheater’s first concert, a fundraiser for the Huntsville Hospital Foundation featuring Jake Owen. It was held Saturday. This weekend, The Orion will host The First Waltz.

The I Vote Madison organization is offering the first annual Kid’s Civic Engagement Day on May 14.

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Music festival to celebrate “The Orion” amphitheater opening this weekend

By STAFF REPORTS news@themadisonrecord.com HUNTSVILLE – The highly anticipated opening of The Orion Amphitheater in Huntsville’s MidCity District culminated with the $40 million venue’s first show, the 33rd annual Huntsville Classic featuring

Country superstar Jake Owen on Saturday.

Crowds packed the new entertainment venue to support the Foundation’s causes for the Huntsville Hospital System, which includes Madison Hospital. They also came to check out the much-talked about grand amphitheater that will

now rocket to life with concerts and special events.

“Hosting the Huntsville Classic as The Orion Amphitheater’s inaugural event was meaningful in a multitude of ways,” said Ryan Murphy, The Orion Amphitheater General Manager. “Huntsville Hospital See THE ORION Page 8B

A passion for history Impressive interview with Vishal Rameshbabu by Dr. Andrei Gandila, UAH Associate Professor of History.

Vishal, who is a junior at James Clemens High School, is currently enrolled at UAH and took his first college-level course at the age of 10.

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BOB JONES SOFTBALL - Bob Jones Softball punched their ticket to the Region Tourney with a 14-3 win over James Clemens last Wednesday and a second place finish in Area Tourney. Bob Jones will face Thompson Thursday, 9 a.m. at the Florence Complex.

The winner will play that afternoon at 1:45 p.m. for the Regional title and a shot at the state tournament. Go Patriots!

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MADISON – Madison Board of Education soon will have a new member.

The board seat for Luis Ferrer will revert to open in June.

Ferrer has decided not to remain on the board. Madison Board of Education members serve five-year, staggered terms that expire on June 1.

School board members do not run for office. No election is held.

Residents Interested in serving on the board submitted their applications by April 4, and Madison City Council members reviewed the forms to select candidates for interviews. After several rounds of interviews, City Council selects the board member.

Council members interviewed finalists on May 4 at Madison City Hall. The meeting was open to the public.

Five individuals are vying for the school board seat: • Justen Alexander – Works as a substitute teacher for Madison City Schools. After attending Bob Jones High School, she graduated from the University of North Alabama in 2007. Alexander calls Madison home and lives in District 7.

Alexander serves on the PTA Board at Columbia Elementary School. She is a member of the nomination committee with Madison City Chess League.

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Oh No, I qualified for an Olympic event!

By BECKY MILLER God’s Lemonade Stand

Have you ever heard of the sport called ‘jumping to conclusions’ of which I have won many medals in, ha ha?

Just wait, be patient, get all the facts. Did not rush to judgment. I have been foolish many times acting and speaking or texting before knowing ‘the rest of the story’ and maybe you can identify?

It is so very easy to overreact and be in a heap of trouble.

Anyway today your assignment and mine is to sit calmly, gather all facts, don’t be hasty to utter something you regret later. Let’s do it ok? Oh yes, and pray.

PRAYER: Lord I know you love me just how I am and I thank you for giving me a brain and help me to use it but to slow down and not overreact to things.

Give me stillness Lord. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

God’s Lemonade Stand is written by former Madison resident Becky Miller. Her daily devotions appear on a Facebook page entitled God’s Lemonade Stand or at www.godslemonadestand.blogspot.com.

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The new Orion amphitheater in Huntsville’s MidCity District came to life in a grand way on Saturday night. The Orion hosted the 33rd annual Huntsville Classic featuring Country superstar Jake Owen. The event benefited Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children. Proceeds will fund specialized pediatric services at the not-for-profit hospital, which serves children from across our growing region. The Orion now prepares for a music festival this weekend to celebrate the opening, called The First Waltz. Go to, www.theorionhuntsville.com for more information. See related story on page 1. Photo courtesy of The Orion.

School Board earned degrees from the University of Alabama and Argosy University in 2003 and 2009, respectively. Crossway is active with Rainbow Elementary School PTA and served as its Vice President from 2017 to 2019 on the Fundraising Board.

Crossway also has served on the MCS Special Education Committee from 2018 to 2020. She is a resident of District 7. * Scott Newberry – Employed by HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology. He graduated from Grissom High School and then earned a degree at Auburn University in 2003.

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Newberry is active with Rainbow Elementary PTA and serves as Parent Assistant Coach for Rainbow Chess Club. He lives in District 7. * Stephanie Walker – Owns local media group, Rocket City Mom. She graduated from Hazel Green High School in 1995 and then attended the University of Montevallo. Since 2020, Walker has served as a board member of Madison Visionary Partners.

Walker has been a member of Madison City Council of PTAs for two years. She lives in District 5. * Dr. Karockas Watkins -- Works

as CEO of Ability Plus Inc. Watkins attended Austin High School in Decatur and then enrolled at Kettering University and graduated in 1993.

He earned a doctorate’s degree in theology in 2007 from North Carolina College of Theology.

Since 2018, Watkins has served as Workforce Vice President with Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce. He also volunteered on the board of Hogan Family YMCA from 2016 to 2019 and as Chair of the Young Adult Committee for Greater Huntsville Rotary Club since 2015. He lives in District 4.

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Steele said. “Each step in this process has come with increased responsibility.

However, I am thankful for the outpouring of support from my colleagues and administrators.”

Steele is focusing on this unique opportunity “to advocate for amazing colleagues I have in Madison City Schools and around the state. I pray that this distinction also honors my family -- especially educators past and present, my mother, grandmother, aunts and cousins, as well as my former teachers and mentor teachers,” Steele said.

Starting in 2010, Steele taught middle-school science at Tuscaloosa Magnet Middle School. She then transitioned to Buckhorn High School to teach science courses.

In 2014, she relocated to James Clemens and “has

been blessed to focus my attention solely on my favorite subject, chemistry,” Steele said. She sponsors Chemistry Olympiad and Chemistry Club.

“Perhaps what makes me an outstanding teacher is my humble acknowledgement of my own need for perpetual growth … and collaboration among my colleagues. I remain committed to professional organizations, like American Association of Chemistry Teachers, AMSTI/ Alabama Science in Motion, A+ College Ready and AP chemistry teacher social networks,” Steele said.

Currently, Steele is pursuing National Board Certified Teacher status and preparing to serve as a consultant with A+ College Ready.

“Students respect my elation when a student

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learns to light a burner for the first time, calm reserve when glassware gets broken in the lab and exuberance when a student properly applies a new unit conversion,” she said.

In addition, she allots time for students to collaborate with peers. Steele provides platforms, like Google docs, that promote more productive conversations during labs.

One student voluntarily created a macro to aggregate data “far beyond my understanding. If they can design it and explain how it works, I want to celebrate that,” she said.

Steele’s students are proud of her nomination. “My fourth block class was with me when we heard the news on the intercom. They were elated and responded with cheers and shouts of encouragement,” she said.

Other students, past and present, have congratulated her in the halls.

“Teachers are sometimes the worst at receiving praise. We’re very attuned to our imperfections and shortcomings, but I’m learning to embrace the moment and allow others to support me along this journey,” Steele said.

At the University of Alabama, Steele graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry (minor in Spanish) in 2009 and a master’s degree in secondary education - general science in 2010.

Her husband Anthony C. Steele II works an engineer and a manager.

Their daughter Alyssa is six years old and will attend first grade at Columbia Elementary School this fall. Their son Timothy will soon celebrate his fifth birthday and will be a kindergartner at Columbia.

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At Discovery Middle School, teacher sponsor Julie Goldston, back left, and Principal Jamie Hill, back right, congratulate chess team members Christina Yang, from left, Caroline Wang and Nirvana Rajbhandari for their record-making wins at the All-Girls Nationals Chess Championship in Chicago, Ill.

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Madison girls show game strength in Chicago at All-Girls Nationals

By GREGG PARKER Gregg@themadisonrecord.com MADISON – At the All-Girls National Chess Championship, Discovery Middle School Chess Team members Christina Yang, Caroline Wang and Nirvana Rajbhadari won the first national championship in program history of Madison City Chess League or MCCL. “This history-making team battled and maintained first place after each round by beating girls rated hundreds of points higher from across the country,” MCCL Executive Director Ranae Bartlett said.

“The fifth-round wins from Christina Yang against an opponent over 200 points higher and from Caroline Wang against an opponent over 600 points higher were pivotal for the team as they established a 1.5-point lead going into the final sixth round,” Bartlett said.

Thirteen girls from Madison traveled to Chicago to compete at their first AllGirls National Chess Championship on April 22-24.

Coach Sarah May competed in this event herself nine and 10 years ago. This year, May has served as coach for Horizon Elementary School. She accompanied the girls on the trip to review games in between rounds. “The Madison girls did an outstanding job, winning awards and learning so much from the experience,” Bartlett said.

May served as tournament coach.

Julie Goldston sponsors the Discovery Chess Team.

“We want to thank our chess parents for their continued support, along with our Grand-Master-Level sponsor Nilm-

ini Thompson and SPS Inc. who helped fund our trip,” Bartlett said.

Constance Wang won an individual award as the top player rated under 1500 in the U18 section of All-Girls Nationals.

“Nirvana Rajbhandari had an epic tournament, winning 4 out of 6 possible points against much higher-rated opponents. She gained over 180 ratings points from this one event,” Bartlett said. Nirvana received the U16-eighth place trophy.

From Horizon Elementary School, the Under 12 team members Sophia Jerez and Samsara Rajbhandari won fifth place at All-Girls Nationals. Sophia said “the best part of All-Girls Nationals was that ‘no boys were allowed.’”

“It’s certainly a different dynamic when all the competitors are girls,” Bartlett said.

“Our girls learned a lot by competing on a national stage and enjoyed meeting other girls from across the country.

MCCL provided meals for our competitors and coaches and transportation to and from the airport,” Bartlett said.

MCCL also paid for travel for Goldston and May. “Your donations to our Girls Chess Initiative and payment of membership fees helps us provide support to our girls at national tournaments,” Bartlett said.

Individuals or businesses can donate by visiting madisonchess.com/products/23; donations to the MCCL Girls Chess Initiative fund will help Madison girls travel and compete at All-Girls Nationals next year.

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Madison executives, youth among 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year winners

By STAFF REPORTS news@themadisonrecord.com MADISON – Deal makers, change makers and dream makers compose the individuals who have won the 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year awards, presented by the Catalyst Center for Business and Entrepreneurship. * Dave Bristol, Entrepreneur of the Year – Works as President and CEO of Acquisition Integrations LLC. This top-level award goes to an individual in business for more than three years and has succeeded in sustainability, strategic direction and community involvement.

Bristol’s career began as an Army Aviator and acquisition professional; he served 27 years.

In 2015, he founded his SBA-certified HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Bristol quickly recognized the importance of relationships throughout the Department of Defense and industry sectors. * Paul Finley, Joanne Randolph Entrepreneur Champion of the Year – Serves as Mayor of Madison. A small business owner, Finley understands challenges that face these companies.

Madison was ranked no. 1 in niche.com’s “Best Places to Live in Alabama.” Exponential growth involves managing infrastructure and other demands. “We appreciate all May-

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or Finley does to support this growth, small businesses and to keep Madison’s quality of life a priority,” spokesperson Lisa Mays said. stated. * Belle Buerhle, Youth Entrepreneur of the Year -- Awarded to student in grades K-12 who has founded a business. Buerhle’s journey started with the Madison CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) in her senior year. A figure skater for 10 years, Buerhle disliked the snack market’s lack of healthy, tasty options. She transformed her protein snacks into a business, Burly Bites.

Buerhle has sold her snacks at farmers markets and fitness centers. She plans to pursue entrepreneurial studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. * Bailey Erickson with Wafel Bitte, Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year – Awarded to entrepreneur in business for one to three years with success in sustainability and growth. Erickson founded Wafel Bitte with daughter Alexis Hope Nichols during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Founding the business allowed Erickson to demonstrate to her daughter about taking an excellent idea and transforming it into a business.

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ties,” Mays said. * Lee Marshall with Kids to Love, Non-Profit Entrepreneur – Non-profit leaders “must possess an entrepreneurial spirit to grow their organization. Lee Marshall truly began her journey (with) adoption into foster care at age two,” Mays said.

Kids to Love provides emergency assistance to foster families, houses school supplies and Christmas gifts and supports about 13,000 people annually.

Marshall believes that leaders must communicate that “everyone knows they have a seat at the table and a voice that will be heard,” Mays said. * Buddy Lockwood with Artemis Shielding, Veteran Entrepreneur -- Granted to outstanding military veteran with entrepreneur pursuits in North Alabama. After military service, Lockwood wanted to continue to make the world a safer place. He now protects people from hazardous effects of lead and radiation.

Lockwood applies the same principles he learned as a military leader. He trains “the team to his left and right to do his job,” Mays said. “He believes one of the best lessons is to lead from the front . . . never ask someone to do something that you’re unwilling to do.” * Chris Crosson with Crosstek Construction, People’s Choice – This public decided this award.

The winner is a local entrepreneur who applied for an award

and received the most votes on AL.com.

After starting his business in a garage, Crosson has grown the venture to include three fulltime project managers with a corporate office in seven years.

Approximately 80 percent of his business comes from referral/ repeat clients. Treating customers with respect and honesty is critical in the construction industry. “He has adopted a new strategy . . . to pause growth to provide the best possible customer service,” Mays said. * Adyre Mason with The Veggie, Female Entrepreneur of the Year – Must live in North Alabama. Mason’s work will be submitted to Small Business Administration’s “Small Business of the Year” national award by the Women’s Business Center.

Chef Mason, Owner and Executive Chef of The Veggie, began entrepreneurial work in 2017 after losing her mother. “She used her grief as a catalyst to reinvent herself through her business in her mother’s honor,” Mays said.

Doctors revealed that a healthier, plant-based diet could have helped her mother’s chronic issues and prevented strokes. Mason hopes to help others in eating better, even prolonging their lives. “When things have gotten tough, she has always . . . worked to promote her strengths to the local vegan community,” Mays said.

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Encountering challenges during renovation, she cut costs to confirm that she could operate the business. She has focused on offering diverse services and “strives to continually be in the know on the latest trends in crafting . . . and collaborates with small businesses monthly,” Mays said. * Sandra Cepeda with Cepeda Systems & Software Analysis, Government Contracting Entrepreneur of the Year – New award that highlights the significant role that government contracting entrepreneurs play in the area’s economic ecosystem.

Cepeda started her own company in 2001 after working in engineering and management for Department of Defense.

Using this on-the-job knowledge, Cepeda provided engineering support to the Army’s Software Engineering Directorate. “Sandra has steadily expanded her company to meet customer needs; she continues to strive to meet God’s will. She believes in true servant leadership, encouraging others to (reach) the best of their abili-

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May 11, 2022

One team remains in quest for baseball state championship MADISON - Unlike the 1970’s hit song

by Meatloaf, two out of three ain’t good.

With three local schools still in the running for a baseball state championship going into the next round of the post-season playoffs, two fell in their battles leaving Madison Academy as the lone squad to advance to the next round.

Both Bob Jones and James Clemens fell in the Class 7A quarter-finals while the Class 5A Mustangs move towards capturing a state title with a two-game sweep of their latest opponent.

Class 7A It just wasn’t their day. The fourthranked Bob Jones baseball team had been executing to near perfection going into the Class 7A quarter-finals of the AHSAA Baseball State Playoffs. The squad met the perennial powerhouse Vestavia Hills Rebels on the road at Sammy Dunn Field and did not play the brand of baseball the Patriots have become known for.

In game one of the best-of-three series, the host Rebels took an early lead scoring two runs in the second inning and one more in the fifth on their way to a 3-0 victory. Bob Jones starting pitcher Sam Mitchell tossed well, but received

The Madison Academy Mustangs have made it to the final four this week. no offensive support from the usual firepower of the Patriots. The Rebels’ Caleb Shofner stifled the Patriots’ bats for the

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Sectional track meet: array of talent led by James Clemens

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tmjgroupins@gmail.com MADISON - The winning ways continue for the James Clemens track program. The Jets’ boys squad won the Class 7A Section 4 championship for the second straight year and the five of the last eight seasons while the girls took the runner-up trophy after wins five of the last eight track seasons. Both Bob Jones and Sparkman fared well in their quests for perfection and a chance to qualify for the upcoming AHSAA State Championships.

The final team scoring included: Class 7A Boys- 1. James Clemens 170.5, 2 Huntsville 164.5, 3. Bob Jones 101, 4.

Sparkman 73; Girls- 1. Huntsville 155.5, 2.

James Clemens 133.75, 3. Sparkman 131, 4. Bob Jones 102.

The top five performers from each event qualified for the State Meet. Individually, James Clemens took home four gold medals, while Bob Jones and Sparkman had five each. Here are the medal finishers: Class 7A- Boys: 100m- 3. Kameron Barnett, 12, James Clemens, 11.14; 200m- 2.

Jordan Urrutia, 10, Bob Jones, 22.22; 400m- 1. Jordan Morrison, 11, Bob Jones, 49.77; 800m- 1. Dylan Dryer, 10, James Clemens, 1:58.84; 1600m- 2. Dylan Dryer, 10, James Clemens, 4:21.32; 110 hurdles1. Benjamin Thomason, 10, James Clemens, 15.88, 2. Isaac Pollard, 10, James See TRACK Page 6A

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American Legion to host MLB Pitch, Hit & Run at Palmer Park May 18

By GREGG PARKER gregg@themadisonrecord.com

MADISON – In keeping with its commitment to well-rounded youth and the community’s quality of life, Madison American Legion, Post 229 is sponsoring the annual Pitch, Hit & Run competition. Major League Baseball or MLB sanctions this event.

Pitch, Hit & Run is scheduled for May 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Palmer Park at 574 Palmer Road, Bobby Lee Jr. said. Lee is Event Chair for American Legion Post 229.

The competition includes baseball and softball participants from four age divisions: 7-8 years old; 9-10; 11-12; and 13-14.

Participants are tested for accuracy with their pitching per-

softball field is ideal for a Pitch, Hit & Run event. However, the tests are set up to take place anywhere by measuring out the different activities. The preferable site is outdoors to allow room for the hitting portion of the event.

The basic requirements for an athlete to participate are online registration before the competition and satisfying the age requirements.

Nationally in 2021, youth participated in more than 1,700 competitions in either the baseball or softball sectors of each age division. Afterwards, 24 MLB ballparks hosted team championships from late July through September.

To register for Pitch, Hit & Run, visit signupgenius.com/ go/10c0f45abab2ea3fd0-mlbpitch.

formance, distance for the measurement in hitting and speed for their ‘running game.’

The Pitch Hit & Run competition is for boys and girls who are 7 to 14 years old and consists of a series of movements that are important in baseball and softball.

Officials will test the athletes and record their measurements, Lee said.

Based on their scores, youth may advance from a local event to a Team Championship and then to the National Finals, which will be held during the 2022 MLB World Series.

Free to its participants, Pitch, Hit & Run creates a safe and fun environment for boys and girls to stay active and learn or continue to play baseball and softball in their local communities.

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Jazmin Grigsby, 10, James Clemens, 3310.

Class 4A- Boys: 4x100- 3. Madison Academy, 43.48; discus- John English, 12, Madison Academy, 132-00; javelin- 1.

Noah Olberding, 12, Madison Academy, 161-10; shot put- 1. John English, 12, Madison Academy, 51-09.50.

The Sectional event was hosted by James Clemens with 27 schools and over 1000 athletes taking part. The two-day event was possible due to the over 50 volunteers including the James Clemens ROTC. The meet was led by Drew Bell, head coach of James Clemens.

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striking out five. For the Jets, Francisco Ramirez (INF, 5-8, 140, So.) collected two hits while Andrew Lawrence (INF, 6-3, 175, Jr.) and Noah Berry (P, 6-5, 200, Sr.) had the two remaining hits in the loss.

Satchel Wheeler (P, 6-2, 195, Jr.) took the loss on the mound.

James Clemens, area runner-up, completed its campaign 24-20.

Class 5A Madison Academy used strong pitching and timely hitting to advance the Class 5A state baseball semi-finals with a two-game sweep of Alexandria winning the contests 9-6, 4-0.

The sixth-ranked Mustangs took advantage of early inning scoring with nine runs and then held on for the three-run victory in game one. Junior Matt Manley was the winning pitcher with Jack Doyle completing the last two innings to garner the save. Senior Alex Wade was three for four at the plate as the squad had 11 hits in the outing. Hosted by the Mustangs, the series went to game two as junior Josh Bybee tossed a four-hit complete game to stifle any offense the visiting Valley Cubs (20-13) could muster. Bybee had nine strikeouts and just one baseon-balls. Again, Wade at the plate was the big force for Madison Academy as he ripped a solo home run.

The Mustangs (29-13) will face Russellville (31-11) in the semi-finals on May 13.

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Clemens, 16.20, 3. Ezion Rolingson, 9, James Clemens, 16.22; 300 hurdles- 1.

Isaac Pollard, 10, James Clemens, 40.54, 2. Ezion Rolingson, 9, James Clemens, 40.96; 4x100- 2. Bob Jones, 43.05, 3. James Clemens, 43.25; 4x400- 2. James Clemens, 8:23.09; high jump- 1. Cosey Scarebrook, 12, Bob Jones, 6-04, 2. Jamari Greene, 11, Bob Jones, 6-02; long jump- 1. TreVaughn Holtzclaw, 11, Sparkman, 22-00, 2. Cosey Scarebrook, 12, Bob Jones, 21-11.50, 3.

Jordan Morrison, 11, Bob Jones, 21-05; triple jump- 2. Keenan Walker, 11, James Clemens, 42-03.50, 3. Jonah McNealey, 11, Sparkman, 41-08.00; pole vault- 2. Branson Fisher, 10, James Clemens, 11-00; discus- 1. Bobby Gray, 11, Sparkman, 148-01, 2. Terrant Young, 12, Sparkman, 138-04; shot put- 2. Jaylen Drake, 11, James Clemens, 49-06, 3. Bobby Gray, 11, Sparkman, 49-03.

Class 7A- Girls: 100m- 1. Janae Hilliard, 11, Sparkman, 12.18, 2. Amanda Davis, 12, Sparkman, 12.27; 200m- 2. Amanda Davis, 12, Sparkman, 25.05, 3. Janae Hilliard, 11, Sparkman, 12.27; 400m- 1. Alivia Urrutia, 7, Bob Jones, 57.72; 1600m- 3. Sydney Freeman, 12, James Clemens, 5:24.96; 100 hurdles- 2. Reynna Mayers, 10, James Clemens, 16.95; 4x100- 1. Sparkman, 47.51, 2. James Clemens, 49.20, 3. Bob Jones, 50.11; 4x400- 2. Bob Jones, 4:05.69,

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Bob Jones ends its season at 35-10 while Vestavia Hills (24-15) will now face Hewitt-Trussville (28-4-1) in the semi-finals.

James Clemens was faced with the challenge of battling top ranked Hewitt-Trussville in its quarter-final matchup. The Jets hosted the visiting Huskies forcing a third game in its bestof-three series.

The host Jets opened the series with a close 6-5 victory in game one before falling 3-0 in the second game forcing a third and deciding contest to determine the winner. In the do-or-die game, the Jets could not muster any offense similar to the second game, thus being shutout in the 14 innings over the last two games against the Huskies.

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“I Vote Madison” schedules Kid’s Civic Engagement Day

By GREGG PARKER gregg@themadisonrecord.com MADISON – Children can experience the good feeling of involvement in their community with the first annual Kid’s Civic Engagement Day. The I Vote Madison group is organizing the event on May 14 at Madison Public Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The activity is intended for children in elementary school.

“This free, family-friendly event will inspire elementary-aged children to positively impact their communities through civic action,” spokesperson Heather Morgan said. “There will be story times, hands-on activities, presentations by youth

role models, book giveaways, unique photo opportunities and food trucks.”

“The event serves to remind us, the adults, not to overlook, underestimate or undervalue our young community members,” Morgan said.

I Vote Madison’s mission is increasing civic engagement by providing education to residents and removing participation barriers at the community level. “Our big vision is a Madison shaped by residents. As an organization, we seek to provide the information, environment and tools that are essential for effective civic engagement,” Morgan said.

“It’s never too early to get kids civically involved,” Morgan

said. “We’re hoping for beautiful weather to accompany children’s literature and civic action. Meet us on the back patio and lawn of Madison Public Library.”

I Vote Madison is excited to feature civically-engaged youth role models at the event. “In 2020, a group of local homeschool students discovered Alabama did not have an official state vegetable. They took it upon themselves to do something. They used the legislative process, something we usually think of as the sole domain of adults, to do it, and they succeeded,” Morgan said.

These homeschool students will be on stage to field interview questions, along with availability for discussions throughout

the event. “They’re bringing correspondence from the legislators they worked with (and) information about Alabama’s other state symbols,” Morgan said.

The event flier sums up the tenets for Kid’s Civic Engagement Day. A girl holds a donation box to symbolize the many fundraisers that residents conduct. A boy with a “Future Voters” sign encourages youth to vote when they’re old enough. A girl holding a lightbulb with a leaf inside represents environmental action.

“We want everyone – all demographics – to be civically engaged, and this includes the youth in our community. They will be our future leaders, but Madison is also their city right

now,” Morgan said.

Although children can’t vote yet, “they can play a role in shaping our city. Our event is designed to inspire them, empower them and provide them with opportunities to make a difference,” Morgan said.

“We want to thank the following organizations for participating in the event: League of Women Voters of the Tennessee Valley, North Alabama Zoological Society, Partnership for a Drug-Free Community and Madison Public Library,” Morgan said.

For more information, visit ivotemadison.com/civicday, Facebook/I Vote Madison or Twitter # IVoteMadison or # KidsCivicDay.

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BIG OL’ BALLPARK FAIR - The second annual Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair returns to Toyota Field from Thursday, May 12 through Sunday, May 22. Similar to 2021, the Big Ol’ Ballpark Fair will feature rides, games, as well as food and drink options for the entire family. For the opening of the fair on May 12 at 4 p.m., rides are free for all guests. Monday, May 16 is Mommy Monday, with each Mom getting a free armband with the purchase of a child armband. The next day on May 17, admission is free for students of all ages, from elementary school through college. On Wednesday, May 18, armbands will be buy one get one free. And on May 19, Thrifty Thursday features $5 off all armbands for a cost of $25. A special Aquatic Acrobat Show will take place daily on weekdays at 6 and 8 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays at 4, 6, and 8 p.m. Sea Lions will be on display on weekdays at 4 and 6 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays at 4, 6, and 8 p.m. Additionally, a new Barnyard Show called Cowtown will be on display where guests can milk a cow, ride a pony, and feed animals. For more information, go to www.trashpandasbaseball.com.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE: Dr. Matthew Szydagis (Albany SUNY) and Dr. Kevin Knuth (Albany SUNY) Dr. Hayan Kayal (Julius-Maximilians-University Würzburg, Germany) and Dr. Alexander Wendt (Ohio State University), and esteemed panelists Dr. Garry Nolan (Stanford University) and Dr. John Alexander (U.S. Army, Ret.), among many others. https://scu.regfox.com/2022-hybrid-scu-anomalous-aerospace-phenomena-conference-aapc

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MADISON HISTORY - The Madison History Association will meet Tuesday, May 17, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Madison Public Library. The speaker will be Norma Shelton. Mrs. Shelton grew up in downtown Madison in the 1940’s and graduated from Madison High School.

She married her first husband, Ed Alexander, a young soldier she met while working in Big Daddy’s Cafe in downtown Madison. He passed away in 1976. Her second husband was Hoyte Shelton, the local well-known Barber. Attend to hear some fascinating stories of growing up in Madison and her life. It is free to the public.

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Bartlett said. The Madison group had the opportunity to sightsee before the tournament started. The girls sampled Chicago-style pizza and visited Chinatown, Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry and the Art Institute of Chicago.

After the championship’s awards ceremony, all the hotel restaurants had closed for Sunday night. Luckily, Madison chess parents eked out supplies to present “a wonderful celebration dinner. Our chess parents are the best,” Bartlett said.

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Voting Information

Madison County • Republican

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ELECTION MADISON COUNTY, ALABAMA MAY 24, 2022

ABSENTEE OFFICIAL BALLOT R-30

THESE OFFICES RUN BY DISTRICT

TO VOTE YOU MUST BLACKEN THE OVAL COMPLETELY! IF YOU SPOIL YOUR BALLOT, DO NOT ERASE, BUT ASK FOR A NEW BALLOT. FOR GOVERNOR (Vote for One)

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One)

FOR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, PLACE NO. 1 (Vote for One)

LINDY BLANCHARD

JOHN HAMMOCK

SHEILA BANISTER

LEW BURDETTE

STEPHEN McLAMB

PATRICK JOHNSON

STACY LEE GEORGE

JEREMY H. ODEN

PARKER DUNCAN MOORE

KAY IVEY

BRENT WOODALL

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 20 (Vote for One)

TIM JAMES DONALD TRENT JONES

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, AT LARGE PLACE NO. 13 (Vote for One)

STEPHEN D. SCHMIDT

FOR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, PLACE NO. 2 (Vote for One)

DEAN ODLE

CHIP BEEKER

CAMERON FULLINWIDER

JAMES LOMAX

DAVE THOMAS

ROBIN LITAKER

TOBIAS VOGT

ANGELA McCLURE

DEAN YOUNG

ROBERT L. McCOLLUM

FRANCES TAYLOR

FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR (Vote for One)

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 25 (Vote for One)

LILLIE BODDIE

FOR MEMBER, STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 8 (Vote for One) FOR M EM BER, STAT E BOARD OF EDUCATION,

KATIE BRITT

REX DAVIS

PHILLIP K. RIGSBY

MO BROOKS

WAYNE REYNOLDS

KARLA M. DUPRIEST MIKE DURANT JAKE SCHAFER FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT (Vote for One)

ELIZABETH BLACK

FOR SUPERINTENDENT, MADISON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION (Vote for One)

”Shall the following Amendments to the Constitution of Alabama be adopted?”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO APPEAR ON THE BALLOT STATEWIDE

KEN KUBIK

CAMERON E. WHITLOW, SR.

JOHN ROBERTS

FOR MEMBER, MADISON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 5 (Vote for One)

DALE STRONG CASEY WARDYNSKI

BILL BYRD

HARRISON WRIGHT

JAYLEN J. COTTEN

FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL (Vote for One)

ANGELA McCLURE FRANCES TAYLOR

STEVE MARSHALL

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, DISTRICT 4 (Vote for One)

HARRY BARTLETT STILL III FOR STATE SENATOR, DISTRICT NO. 2 (Vote for One)

DAVID R. HURST

TOM BUTLER

COLLEEN PRINCE

BILL HOLTZCLAW

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, DISTRICT 9 (Vote for One)

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 25 (Vote for One)

SYDNEY G. DEAN

BUCK CLEMONS

SUSAN NEWMAN

PHILLIP K. RIGSBY FOR ASSOCIATE JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT, PLACE 5 (Vote for One)

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, DISTRICT 11 (Vote for One)

GREG COOK

MATT MASSEY

DEBRA JONES

MARCIA PARSONS

FOR SECRETARY OF STATE (Vote for One) WES ALLEN

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, DISTRICT 9, PLACE 3 (Vote for One)

What Hours Can I Vote?

Polling locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

ELIZABETH BLACK CHARLES COATS

CHRIS SHAW

ANDY BLALOCK

PAUL SANFORD

BRAD TAYLOR FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, DISTRICT 2 (Vote for One)

JIM PETERS

WILLIAM CODY GARTON

STATEWIDE AMENDMENT 1

FOR M EM BER, M ADISON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION,

CHRIS KENNEDY

JAMES D. BROWN

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, DISTRICT 6, PLACE 1 (Vote for One)

COLLEEN PRINCE

WILLIAM CODY GARTON

FOR SUPERINTENDENT, M ADISON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

JOHN NOEL FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, DISTRICT 3, PLACE 1 (Vote for One)

ANGELA McCLURE

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, DISTRICT 9, PLACE 3 (Vote for One)

CHARLES COATS

BUCK CLEMONS

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, DISTRICT 2, PLACE 1 (Vote for One) CHRIS KENNEDY

LINDA COATS

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, AT LARGE PLACE NO. 15 (Vote for One)

JAMES D. BROWN

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, DISTRICT 1 (Vote for One)

Where Do I Vote?

The Board of Registrars sends each voter a certificate of registration that includes the address of that voter’s polling location. A voter who has not received this card should contact the Board of Registrars for information on his or her polling location. A voter can also verify where he or she votes at www.myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/voterview. For municipal elections, check with the City Clerk.

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE VOTER

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, AT LARGE, PLACE 1 (Vote for One) SAM GIVHAN MIKE PARSONS

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, authorizing the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds of the State of Alabama of up to $85,000,000 for the purposes of the improvement, renovation, equipping, acquisition, provision, construction, and maintenance of Alabama state parks under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and public historical sites and public historical parks under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Historical Commission. (Proposed by Act 2021-326)

FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, DISTRICT 11, PLACE 2 (Vote for One) HEATH B. JONES

How do I Vote?

The voter appears at the polling location and provides his or her name to a poll worker. The voter must also present an acceptable form of identification.

A poll worker checks the individual’s name against the list of registered voters for that precinct*.

The voter signs a poll list. If the election is a party primary, the voter must state in which party primary he or she wishes to vote and then must sign that party’s poll list.

The voter casts his or her vote. *If the voter’s status is inactive an “I” will be next to the voter’s name on the list of registered voters. Before being allowed to vote, the voter must complete a Voter Registration Update Form that is available at the polling location. The inspector will verify that the voter’s new address is within that precinct. If the voter’s new address is not within that precinct they will be directed to their correct polling location. The voter will be required to cast a provisional ballot when reporting to their correct polling location.

STELLA STOOKSBURY

YES

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, AT LARGE, PLACE 3 (Vote for One)

NO

WILLIAM MATTHEWS GWEN W. SHELTON TOBIAS VOGT FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, MADISON COUNTY, DISTRICT 9 (Vote for One) SYDNEY G. DEAN SUSAN NEWMAN FOR MADISON COUNTY REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, AT LARGE PLACE NO. 4 (Vote for One)

CHRISTIAN HORN

ANSON KNOWLES

ED PACKARD

ELBERT PETERS

JIM ZEIGLER FOR STATE AUDITOR (Vote for One) STAN COOKE

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ABSENTEE OFFICIAL BALLOT D-3

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ELECTION MADISON COUNTY, ALABAMA MAY 24, 2022

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE VOTER TO VOTE YOU MUST BLACKEN THE OVAL COMPLETELY! IF YOU SPOIL YOUR BALLOT, DO NOT ERASE, BUT ASK FOR A NEW BALLOT. FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One) FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One) AMY BURKS LISA HANDBACK SUZANNE JOHNSON

FOR GOVERNOR (Vote for One) YOLANDA ROCHELLE FLOWERS

OKAERI "Oky" HERNANDEZ

MALIKA SANDERS FORTIER

JESSICA FORTUNE BARKER KRISTEEN KB BAKER

HANU KARLAPALEM

PATRICIA SALTER JAMIESON

VIOLET SARA M.EDWARDS BRADLEY

ARTHUR KENNEDY

BONITA GILL VANESSA FLETCHER-DAVIS

CHAD "Chig" MARTIN

SONJA D. GILL LAWANNA T. HARVEY

DOUG "New Blue" SMITH

LAURA HALL SUSAN F. HIGGINS

FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR (Vote for One)

PAT KING DEBRA MORIARTY LAURIENEELY McCAULLEY FREYA

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 6 (Vote for One) BENARD SIMELTON MIKE SMITH

JANINE MARIA JORDAN FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 10 (Vote for One) TONJALYN BUCHANAN-OWENS STEPHANIE McGLOTHIN GREENE BLAIR NORTHCUTT FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 20 (Vote for One) CINDI CASSIS BRANHAM MARTHA LYNN SHERROD FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 21 (Vote for One) SARA BRADLEY JEANETTE JONES FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 25 (Vote for One)

FOR MADISON MADISON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC FOR DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), EXECUTIVE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 61 (Vote for no more than Eight) (Vote for One)

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 19 (Vote for One) WILL CULVER RANDY B. KELLEY FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 20 (Vote for One) ALEX EAST TOM RYAN EDDIE SHERROD FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 21 (Vote for One) LANE CLEMONS PARKER GRIFFITH JASON M. JONES FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 22 (Vote for One)

EDDGRA FALLIN

WILLIAM L. KRAUSE

AMY LEIGH SHADOIN

L. STUART VANCE

WILL BOYD BRANDAUN DEAN LANNY JACKSON FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT (Vote for One)

ALICE SAMS FLORA TAPIA-JOHNSON EVA P. SMITH FOR MADISON COUNTY DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE LIZ SMITH COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 1 (Vote for One)

RAY BUSHNELL

CHARLIE THOMPSON

PARKER GRIFFITH

KATHY WARNER-STANTON

RONNIE HEBERT

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 20 (Vote for One) CINDI CASSIS BRANHAM

JASON M. JONES BARRY G. SCRIMSHER

”Shall the following Amendments to the Constitution of Alabama be adopted?”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO APPEAR ON THE BALLOT STATEWIDE

STATEWIDE AMENDMENT 1

What are the Acceptable Forms of Identification?

Voters must present one of the following pieces of photo identification when voting: • Valid Driver’s License • Valid Non-driver ID • Valid Alabama Photo Voter ID card • Valid State Issued ID (Alabama or any other state) • Valid Federal Issued ID • Valid US Passport • Valid Employee ID from Federal Government, State of Alabama, County, Municipality, Board, or other entity of this state • Valid student or employee ID from a public or private college or university in

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MARTHA LYNN SHERROD FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 20 (Vote for One)

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What is a Photo Voter ID Card?

Voters that do not have an acceptable form of photo identification can apply for a free Non-Drivers Photo Identification Card that can be used specifically for voting. The applicant will have to submit proof of identification and complete a form attesting they do not possess one of the acceptable forms of identification required by Alabama law. In Madison County, voters that need to apply for this free identification card can do so at the Board of Registrars Office.

To apply or for more information: Madison County Board of Registrars 1918 North Memorial Parkway Huntsville, Alabama 35801 (256) 532-3510

What if I don’t have Valid Identification?

A voter must present a valid form of identification to be eligible to vote. A voter who does not have identification can vote if he or she is positively identified by two election officials. If the voter does not have proper identification and cannot be positively identified by two election officials, he or she may vote a provisional ballot.

What if My Name is not on the List of Voters?

If a person’s name does not appear on the list of registered voters for the polling location, the inspector will determine if the person is eligible to vote at that polling location or redirect them to their correct polling location. If the inspector is unable to verify the person’s voter registration, he or she may vote a provisional ballot.

What is a Provisional Ballot?

A provisional ballot is voted the same as any other ballot except the voter must sign an affidavit attesting to his or her eligibility to vote. You must vote provisionally if: • Name not on poll list – The provisional ballot will be counted only if the Board of Registrars is able to confirm, after the election, that the person casting the ballot is a duly qualified elector of the county.

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May 11, 2022 Deadline to Submit Absentee Application

by Mail: May 17

SAMPLE BALLOT Limestone County • Democrat

This is a common ballot, however, some offices will appear only in certain precincts which will apply to your districts.

DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ELECTION LIMESTONE COUNTY, ALABAMA MAY 24, 2022

ABSENTEE OFFICIAL BALLOT D-4

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE VOTER TO VOTE YOU MUST BLACKEN THE OVAL COMPLETELY! IF YOU SPOIL YOUR BALLOT, DO NOT ERASE, BUT ASK FOR A NEW BALLOT. FOR GOVERNOR (Vote for One)

”Shall the following Amendments to the Constitution of Alabama be adopted?”

YOLANDA ROCHELLE FLOWERS

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO APPEAR ON THE BALLOT STATEWIDE

MALIKA SANDERS FORTIER PATRICIA SALTER JAMIESON ARTHUR KENNEDY

THESE OFFICES RUN BY DISTRICT

MAY 24 - JUNE 26

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, authorizing the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds of the State of Alabama of up to $85,000,000 for the purposes of the improvement, renovation, equipping, acquisition, provision, construction, and maintenance of Alabama state parks under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and public historical sites and public historical parks under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Historical Commission. (Proposed by Act 2021-326)

DOUG "New Blue" SMITH FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR (Vote for One) WILL BOYD BRANDAUN DEAN LANNY JACKSON FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT (Vote for One)

AMY BURKS LISA HANDBACK SUZANNE JOHNSON

CHARLIE THOMPSON

JANINE MARIA JORDAN

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FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One)

EDDGRA FALLIN

AMY BURKS

AMY LEIGH SHADOIN

LISA HANDBACK

Deadline for Absentee Ballots Returned by Mail: May 24, 12 noon Alabama Statewide Primary Election: May 24

YES

KATHY WARNER-STANTON

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 25 (Vote for One)

Deadline for Absentee Ballots to be Returned in Person: May 23

STATEWIDE AMENDMENT 1

CHAD "Chig" MARTIN

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (FEMALE), DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One)

Deadline to Submit Absentee Application in Person: May 19

SUZANNE JOHNSON

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JANINE MARIA JORDAN

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One)

FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One)

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OKAERI "Oky" HERNANDEZ HANU KARLAPALEM FOR STATE DEMOCRATIC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (MALE), DISTRICT NO. 6 (Vote for One) BENARD SIMELTON MIKE SMITH

Limestone County • Republican This is a common ballot, however, some offices will appear only in certain precincts which will apply to your districts.

REPUBLICAN PRIMARY AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT ELECTION LIMESTONE COUNTY, ALABAMA MAY 24, 2022

ABSENTEE OFFICIAL BALLOT R-1

INSTRUCTIONS TO THE VOTER TO VOTE YOU MUST BLACKEN THE OVAL COMPLETELY! IF YOU SPOIL YOUR BALLOT, DO NOT ERASE, BUT ASK FOR A NEW BALLOT. FOR GOVERNOR (Vote for One)

THESE OFFICES RUN BY DISTRICT

LINDY BLANCHARD

STAN COOKE

LEW BURDETTE

RUSTY GLOVER

STACY LEE GEORGE

ANDREW SORRELL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, PLACE NO. 1 (Vote for One)

KAY IVEY TIM JAMES

FOR STATE SENATOR, DISTRICT NO. 1 (Vote for One)

FOR STATE AUDITOR (Vote for One)

JOHN HAMMOCK STEPHEN McLAMB

SHEILA BANISTER

DAVE THOMAS

JEREMY H. ODEN

VICKI HARRELL HEREFORD

DEAN YOUNG

BRENT WOODALL

MELISSA KIRBY

FOR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, PLACE NO. 2 (Vote for One)

JOHN SUTHERLAND

LILLIE BODDIE

CHIP BEEKER

KATIE BRITT

ROBIN LITAKER

MO BROOKS

ROBERT L. McCOLLUM

TOM BUTLER

KARLA M. DUPRIEST

BILL HOLTZCLAW

MIKE DURANT JAKE SCHAFER FOR UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT (Vote for One)

JASON SPENCER BLACK

JOHN ROBERTS

KIMBERLY BUTLER

PAUL SANFORD

BEN HARRISON

DALE STRONG

TERRANCE L. IRELAN

CASEY WARDYNSKI

REX DAVIS WAYNE REYNOLDS

BRIAN C.T. JONES

FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL (Vote for One)

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO APPEAR ON THE BALLOT STATEWIDE

FOR M EM BER, STAT E BOARD OF EDUCATION,

LUCAS J. BEATY

HARRISON WRIGHT

ODIS NICKOLES ”Shall the following Amendments to the Constitution of Alabama be adopted?”

FOR MEMBER, STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 8 (Vote for One)

FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY, 39TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT (Vote for One)

ANDY BLALOCK

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 4 (Vote for One)

WAYNE REYNOLDS FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, LIMESTONE COUNTY, PLACE NO. 4 (Vote for One)

DEAN ODLE

TIM MELSON

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 2 (Vote for One)

CALEB DURDEN

DONALD TRENT JONES

FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR (Vote for One)

FOR STATE SENATOR, DISTRICT NO. 2 (Vote for One)

FOR STATE REPUBLICAN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, LIMESTONE COUNTY, PLACE NO. 2 (Vote for One)

FOR DISTRICT COURT JUDGE, LIMESTONE COUNTY, PLACE NO. 2 (Vote for One) BRITLEY LEONARD BROWN

STATEWIDE AMENDMENT 1 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, authorizing the issuance and sale of general obligation bonds of the State of Alabama of up to $85,000,000 for the purposes of the improvement, renovation, equipping, acquisition, provision, construction, and maintenance of Alabama state parks under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and public historical sites and public historical parks under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Historical Commission. (Proposed by Act 2021-326)

DALE BRYANT

YES

PATRICK JOHNSON

STEVE MARSHALL

JENNIFER CASTRO

NO

PARKER DUNCAN MOORE

HARRY BARTLETT STILL III

DAVID T. PUCKETT

SHEILA BANISTER

FOR STATE SENATOR, DISTRICT NO. 1 (Vote for One)

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 25 (Vote for One)

FOR LIMESTONE COUNTY SHERIFF (Vote for One)

BUCK CLEMONS

TIM MELSON

CHRIS CARTER

PHILLIP K. RIGSBY

JOHN SUTHERLAND

JEFF KILPATRICK

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT NO. 2 (Vote for One) JASON SPENCER BLACK FOR MEMBER, LIMESTONE COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT NO. 1 (Vote for One)

JOSHUA McLAUGHLIN ERIC REDD FRED SLOSS

FOR MEM BER, LIMESTONE COUNTY COMM ISSION,

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KIMBERLY BUTLER BEN HARRISON TERRANCE L. IRELAN

BILL BOLDIN

FOR ASSOCIATE JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT, PLACE 5 (Vote for One)

DARYL SAMMET FOR MEMBER, LIMESTONE COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT NO. 3 (Vote for One)

FOR MEMBER, LIMESTONE COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT NO. 1 (Vote for One) FOR M EM BER, LIM ESTONE COUNT Y COM M ISSION,

BILL BOLDIN DARYL SAMMET

FOR MEM BER, LIMESTONE COUNTY COMM ISSION,

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JEREMIAH DiNARDO

FOR MEMBER, LIMESTONE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, DISTRICT NO. 3 (Vote for One) FOR M EM BER, LIM ESTONE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION,

GREG COOK DEBRA JONES FOR SECRETARY OF STATE (Vote for One)

RONALD R CHRIST JR

DERRICK GATLIN

Protect your patients against vaccine preventable diseases.

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON

WES ALLEN

JOHNNY STEPHENS

CHRISTIAN HORN ED PACKARD JIM ZEIGLER

As healthcare professionals, it is up to you to ensure your patients remain up to date with their vaccines.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) recommend the following vaccines for adolescents: • • • •

Tetanus, Diptheria, Pertussis Human papillomavirus Meningococcal disease Influenza

For more information, please visit alabamapublichealth.gov/imm

their voter registration information. Before being allowed to vote, the voter will complete a Voter Registration Update Form that is available at the polling location. The inspector will verify that the voter’s new address is within that precinct. If the voter’s new address is not within that precinct they will be directed to their correct polling location. The voter will be required to cast a provisional ballot when reporting to their correct polling location.

• No identification at the polling location – When a voter casts a provisional ballot because he or she does not have proper identification at the polling location, the voter has until 5:00 PM on the Friday following the election to submit the ID to the Board of Registrars. If proper ID is submitted by this deadline, the ballot will be counted.

• Absentee ballot never received or cast – A voter may cast a provisional ballot if he or she did not receive a requested absentee ballot or the voter did not vote the absentee ballot.

Will my Polling Location be Accessible?

Polling locations are accessible to people with disabilities. At every polling location there will be voting equipment to accommodate voters with disabilities so that they can vote without assistance. If your specific disability is not accommodated, please call (256) 532-3330 in Madison County and (256) 2336427 in Limestone County.

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May 11, 2022

Never too young to start: a teenager’s passion for history

The James Clemens junior took his first college-level class at 10 years old

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an interview with Vishal Rameshbabu by Dr. Andrei Gandila, UAH Associate Professor of History. Vishal, who is a junior at James Clemens High School, is currently enrolled at UAH and took his first college-level course at the age of 10. You can read more about Vishal and his passion for history and learning in an upcoming issue of Madison Living Magazine.

By JENNY RUSSELL University of Alabama in Huntsville MADISON - At 10 years old Vishal took his first college-level class, Honors 103 – World History to 1500. He earned an A in that class. To be fair, he didn’t do a perfect job. He lost points on his research paper about the origins of the First Crusade, because it exceeded the word limit. It was twice as long! Now, at 16, Vishal

is enrolled in the capstone seminar HY 490 and in HY 401 Daily Life in Ancient Rome, both challenging, writing-intensive, classes. Vishal graciously agreed to share his experience which I’m sure will be a source of inspiration for everyone.

Dr. Gandila: When did you first become interested in history and how did it happen?

Vishal: I have always loved geography, and I’ve been reading atlases my whole life. Over time, I grew annoyed with how relatively stationary the present world was to me, so I looked over historical maps and historical cartographical animations online when I was about eight years old. From then on, it was See HISTORY Page 8B

Vishal Rameshbabu

James Clemens Theatre to train in acting, backstage work at Spotlight Camp

By GREGG PARKER gregg@themadisonrecord.com MADISON – Youth who want to learn about acting and backstage work to deliver a production can enroll in the Summer Spotlight Camp.

James Clemens Theatre is presenting the camp on May 31 through June 3 from 9 a.m. to noon on the Jets campus. This camp is open to any prospective secondthrough ninth-graders.

“We are excited to bring the camp back after two years of not having it (due to COVID-19). This year would be our seventh annual, but it’s actually our fifth camp,” Amy Patel said. Patel teaches theatre at James Clemens.

The camp offers a fun, creative outlet to learn about acting techniques, performing in musical theatre or gaining skills to help in behind-the-scenes technical theatre . . . and put on a show at week’s end.

“One of the fun things this year is that after doing the camp for several years, a lot of our counselors who are now JCTheatre students were campers when they were little! As they’re planning the camp, I hear them saying ‘That was so much fun,’ and ‘Are we going to do (fill-in-theblank) again? I loved that.’”

Patel is most proud that Summer Spotlight Camp offers a technical track.

“Not many theatre camps do that; they offer acting or musical theatre, but a lot of young kids are interested in set, costumes, lighting, props, sound or hair/ makeup, but they don’t have a way to get involved,” she said.

Campers will have a choice of study: * Acting -- In a small group, campers will rehearse and perform a short scene.

* Musical theatre -- In a medium-sized group, campers will rehearse and perform a song from a Broadway musical. * Technical theatre -- In a small group, these campers will design, build and run the technical elements of the show, including building sets, making costumes, securing props to ‘dress’ a set, lighting, sound and hair/makeup procedures for the stage.

“With our camp, while the acting campers are rehearsing their scene, or the musical theatre campers are rehearsing their song, the ‘tech’ campers are recording sound cues, learning how to run lighting, building or painting sets, sewing . . . all the backstage work that makes the show come alive. (Of course, we don’t let them run saws),” Patel said.

Teacher Michael ‘Clint’ Merritt will share his technical talents with campers.

“Everyone will perform -- onstage or backstage -- in our Spotlight Showcase for family and friends at noon on Friday, June 3 to showcase what they’ve learned,” Patel said. “The final performance will last about one hour, followed by a pizza party for the campers in the lobby.”

Registration will close on May 9 or when “we will sell out. We’re limiting the number of campers this year,” Patel said. Campers who register by the deadline will receive a T-shirt.

Camp fee is $75 per student, which includes daily snacks. To register, visit forms.gle/WwCmrBP8GYnPFwtV6.

Mail checks (payable to James Clemens High School) for payment to James Clemens, c/o M. Clinton Merritt, JCHS Theatre Summer Camp 2022, 11306 County Line Road, Madison, AL 35756.

James Clemens Theatre will offer its Summer Spotlight Camp on May 31 through June 3. In the photo, youngsters from a previous year’s camp take their final bow after a performance.

Madison City Schools is bringing attention to the national Mental Health Awareness campaign during the month of May. Last week to start things off, James Clemens and Bob Jones High Schools had a mental health resource table available for students and staff. “The goal was to bring awareness that ‘mental health is health’ and to normalize getting support when you need it,” said Stephanie Allen, Madison City Schools Mental Health Services Coordinator. She facilitated the activities along with school counseling intern Sadie Sturdivant. Students also offered support to one another by writing post-it notes of encouraging messages displayed in the school. Great student engagement and among faculty as well.

James Clemens seniors qualify for Auburn, UAB and Troy early acceptance

By GREGG PARKER gregg@themadisonrecord.com

MADISON – Students and faculty in the Medical Academy at James Clemens High School have earned bragging rights for four of their own.

These five students -- Will Creech, Caitlin Howard, Rachel Ruoss, Jaya Vadapalli and Sarah Vaughan – have succeeded in qualifying for early acceptance in their study of medicine at Auburn University, University of Alabama at Birmingham and Troy University.

They all are seniors. UAB officials accepted these students from more than 400 applicants.

Creech received early acceptance into UAB Medical School.

He was one of only 19 students selected into the prestigious program.

At James Clemens, Creech has been an active member of the future health professionals in HOSA. He has been enrolled in the Health Science Academy since he was a freshman.

This summer, Creech will compete at HOSA International Leadership Conference with his Creative Problem-Solving Team. Currently, he is dual-enrolled at Calhoun Community College pursuing EMT certification. Creech has been accepted into UAB Honors College and plans to major in kinesiology.

Caitlin Howard has received Early Acceptance to Pharmacy School at Auburn University. Caitlin was one of two high school seniors interviewed

and was under consideration against current freshmen and sophomores at Auburn.

Since her freshman year, Howard has been enrolled in the Health Science Academy at James Clemens. An active member of HOSA future health professionals, she has competed at HOSA State Leadership Conference in Pathophysiology since her freshman year.

Currently, Howard is enrolled in the health science internship course and introduction to pharmacy. She recently passed her Patient Care Technician Certification examination and is preparing for the Pharmacy Technician Certification after graduation. Howard will begin her study for a pharmacy degree in August.

Ruoss has chosen nursing for a career and will study with early acceptance at Troy University. Ruoss was among only eight high school seniors selected for early acceptance.

As a sophomore, Ruoss enrolled in the Health Science Academy at James Clemens.

She has actively participated in HOSA. Currently, Ruoss is enrolled in the health science internship course, along with introduction to pharmacy. She is preparing for two major exams: Certified Patient Care Technician and Pharmacy Technician.

Rachel will major in nursing at Troy.

Vadapalli has interned at Madison Dental Care during the past few years, so she will be prepared for early acceptance to

UAB Dental School. “Jaya was the only student selected into this prestigious program,” Ashley H. Steinert said. Steinert teaches health science at James Clemens and serves as co-advisor for HOSA and National Technical Honor Society.

Since her freshman year, Vadapalli has participated actively in HOSA, while enrolled in the Biomedical Science Academy.

She has competed in the dental science category at HOSA State Leadership Conference, along with HOSA International Conference. She earned first and fourth place in the State Leadership Conference in 2021 and 2022. Vadapalli will major in neuroscience while studying in UAB Honors College.

Vaughan also achieved early acceptance into medical school at UAB. She was among 19 students selected from 400-plus candidates. As a freshman, Vaughan enrolled in the Health Science Academy at James Clemens.

For the past four years, Vaughan has participated as an active member of the cross-country team and women’s tennis. Vaughan and her teammates recently placed fourth in the state tennis tournament. She has been accepted into UAB Honors College and plans to major in neuroscience.

For more information, visit troy.edu, uab.edu/news, Facebook/UAB - The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Twitter # UABNews or Instagram # ExploreUAB.

Jaya Vadapalli

Will Creech

Rachel Ruoss

Sarah Vaughan

Caitlin Howard, at center, share news about her early acceptance to Auburn University with James Clemens teachers Ashley H. Steinert, at left, and Tricia Collins.

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a rabbit hole into the great states, empires, people, and the past. I soon read encyclopedia articles and watched documentaries about the ancient world, usually about Near Eastern civilizations, which drew my interest towards the cultural and societal history of long-gone cultures and societies.

Dr. Gandila: It is common for children to develop a strong interest for an activity but then to forget about it and move to something else. What kept your interest in history for so long?

Vishal: Nothing else has caught my interest as much as history ever in my entire life, but I expressed my interest in different ways over time, which may have kept my attention towards the subject for such a long time. I learned to channel my passion for history through event organization, writing, and teaching others on an individual basis, which I’ve never lost sight of and never lost my connection with. While my relationship with history has changed significantly over time (from an individual perspective to a broader, more communal perspective), my general interest has not.

Dr. Gandila: I know you have a particular interest in pre-modern history. What is your favorite culture and why?

Vishal: The Bactrians are very interesting to me. Their location at the crossroads between the Indo-Aryans, Hellenistic Kingdoms, and Eurasian Steppe granted them a very unique culture. Whether they were ruled by the mysterious Yuezhi tribes of the Kushan Empire or the Nomadic Hephthalite Empire, they maintained a variety of both odd and familiar practices. To me, there is nothing more incredible than a civilization that fits all the boxes and none at the same time. The Bactrians, who adopted Indian Buddhism and Persian Zoroastrianism but practiced artificial cranial deformation and lived in tents, are just that.

Dr. Gandila: You took HY 103 in the Fall of 2016. The previous fall I had your older brother Rahul in the same class. One day he came to my office and told me half-jokingly that his kid brother Vishal, who is in elementary school, wants to help him with his assignments for my class. You even visited the class one time, so he wasn’t joking. What convinced you that you could handle a college-level class

at that age?

Vishal: At the time, whether I could handle the class or not was not on my mind. I saw it as a challenge and a fun experience. I had no idea what the class had in store, but I wanted to go beyond studying history on my own, and I thought HY 103 was perfect for just that. While I may have been naive about the class and its commitments at the time, I definitely made the right decision.

Dr. Gandila: One time, one of your classmates came to me after class and whispered “Who is that kid, and how come he knows so much about everything?” How did you feel in a room with students so much older than you?

Vishal: It was natural to me. I think in the present day I might even be more apprehensive about a situation of that sort than I was then. I just enjoyed the environment for what it was and the age difference between me and my classmates rarely crossed my mind, if ever. In-class discussions, the only thing I cared about was offering my perspective to my classmates regardless of who I was.

Dr. Gandila: What is the most important thing you learned from your college experience so far?

Vishal: Through academic writing and class discussion, I figured out how to communicate information beyond just a series of rote memorized facts. I learned how to offer opinions and insight and tie information together, not only in history but in general. That shift in mentality and experience has helped me immensely in bringing my knowledge further than my own mind. I found that teaching others involved shaping information with your own personal perspective and nuance.

Dr. Gandila: How do you see your future and will it include the study of history?

Vishal: I am likely going to be involved in the academic side of history for the rest of my life. I hope to study history at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and enter academia from that point. I’m considering entering historical podcasting or non-fiction historical writing as well.

Even if my plan to become a full-time academic historian does not come to fruition, I will definitely be involved in the academic study of history regardless.

Dr. Gandila: Why is history important and why should people care about it?

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Vishal: It is impossible to truly understand human society without knowing the context behind everything from the beginning of civilization. In order to think critically about today’s world, and think critically in general, the study of history is a very important tool. History offers cautionary tales and murky waters that real people saw and fought through which are extremely valuable and impossible to replicate in any other field. Even though pre-modern history doesn’t have a direct correlation with the present world, some things never change. The politics of the Late Roman Republic offer significant insight into political intrigue and demagoguery that still ring true today.

The rise of Islamic empires in India created similar demographic shifts to the ones of the modern Near East.

Dr. Gandila: We live in a digital age and the focus is shifting from the human experience to technology, robotics, and automation.

What is the future of history as a discipline and should students continue to major in history?

Vishal: A fully digitized and automated society requires a lens into the past, especially as societies shift exponentially through technological development and cultural change. In a world where technology morphs the cultural and political landscape to unrecognizable levels, keeping track of the past can only grow more challenging and more necessary. In predicting the future of a dynamic world through past political and cultural events, whether in the realm of diplomacy, policy, or economics, the historical record will be necessary.

Understanding traditional military conflict, global diseases, and political failure will also be needed, even in a time where those events grow rare and foreign, as those crises can show up unexpectedly, especially in societies unequipped with the historical knowledge of preventative measures. Studying history should be more viable over time, especially as other careers simplify or become defunct through automation and technological progress, and history grows more necessary to the modern, erratic world. There should be greater demand for historical knowledge in the future, both modern and non-modern, when institutions and societies demand a broader and more comprehensive understanding of the ever-growing and convoluted human past.

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Foundation has done immeasurable work in our community. We’re thrilled that the Foundation and their guests will be among the first to experience The Orion.”

Huntsville Venue Group (HVG), the management company for The Orion, hosted a media tour of the amphitheater on Friday as crews continued to work to get the new venue ready for tonight’s performance. CEO Ben Lovett and President and General Manager Ryan Murphy said people coming to the concert tonight will see an impressive facility, but that is also a work in progress as the construction wraps up on the finishing touches over the next few weeks.

Lovett said the experience visitors will receive within The Orion will be worth it. “There is not a bad seat in the house,” he said.

This weekend, The Orion will officially celebrate its opening weekend May 13-15, with The First Waltz — a landmark event featuring many of music’s most beloved artists, all of whom have deep ties to the north Alabama region.

Across the momentous three-day event, there will be performances from The Aeolians of Oakwood University, Brittany Howard, Drive-by Truckers, Element XI, Emmylou Harris, Huntsville Community Drumline, Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, John Paul White, Kelvin Wooten & Deqn Sue, Mavis Staples, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, The N.E.I.G.H.B.O.R.S., Translee and Waxahatchee.

The weekend will wrap on Sunday with an event featuring special performances from Huntsville’s own vibrant musical community hosted by Melody Shari and Dante Pride.

The opening weekend concerts will be followed up by The Dave Mathews Band on May 18.

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to theorionhuntsville.com.

CEO Ben Lovett and President and General Manager Ryan Murphy said people coming to the concert tonight will see an impressive facility, but that is also a work in progress as the construction wraps up on the finishing touches over the next few weeks.

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