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Spears enters race for city council, district 2

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It’s A Party!

Rocket City Trash Pandas hosted another block party on Friday Page 2A

Starting to Take Shape Volunteers start to build ‘River of Hope’ in Madison’s Dublin Park.

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EDUCATION MIDTOWN CELEBRATION - A ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremony was held for Madison’s newest elementary school, Midtown Elementary, last week. Tim Holtcamp, the new Madison City Schools Board of Education president cut the ribbon in the long-awaited celebration to start construction on the new campus. The school will be located on Wall Triana Highway next to Kroger.

See story on page 3.

Passion for Coaching Overjoyed Laura Hester ‘couldn’t stop smiling’ as Teacher of the Year at Columbia.

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Chess Badhe, Bruni, Wang to represent state in national chess tourneys.

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Senior Spotlight Local high school seniors are highlighted in the weekly series. Page 7A

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Baseball Action Toyota Field Stadium plays host to travel team tournament. Page 1B

Gerald Warman continues to coach softball, even after getting new a heart

By BOB LABBE bob0873@yahoo.com MADISON – A visit to the Urgent Care Clinic in Madison changed Gerald Warman’s life in an instant. Seeing physicians in 2014 for a bad cough led the attending healthcare givers to take an X-ray for further assistance to determine what was awry with the otherwise healthy Warman.

What they found was what he called, “A punch to the gut.�

Physicians urged him to immediately consult with a cardiologist as he was diagnosed with an enlarged heart and he was soon diagnosed even further with cardiomyopathy, a disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the remainder of the body. The walls of the heart

At age 52, Gerald Warman wants to be a sports dad to his daughter, Kamyrn, right, as long as possible. He’s currently doing so after undergoing a heart transplant six years ago. harden and become less flexible not allowing the heart to properly pump blood.

Attending specialists at UAB Hospital in Birmingham,

Warman was soon treated with medications and was surgically inserted with an LVAD, which is a pump that is used for patients See WARMAN Page 2A

MADISON – Connie Spears has announced her candidacy for Madison City Council, District 2. “I prayed long and hard, asking what my next step was after retiring from Madison School Board, and Spears City Council kept coming to mind,�

Spears said. “One of my strengths I grew in my time on the school board is my ability to engage everyone in critical decisions. By engaging the board, the school faculty, parents and students, all stakeholders had a voice and left the table knowing their voice was heard, even if the decision wasn’t what they wanted,�

Spear said. “As I looked at the council, I saw the need to bring this same level of openness to give the public an active voice in decisions.

I will be your voice on our council,� Spears said. “A bigger challenge area in Madison is a balance of commercial and residential,� she said. Spears wants the city to focus on commercial growth instead of a primary emphasis on residential expansion. “I think we could get a lot of great companies to come and be a part of our community. As a whole, Madison government could be more open, and we could listen better. I hope that is something that I can bring to council,� Spears said.

During 10 years with Madison Board of Education, Spears served on Madison City Schools’ See SPEARS Page 2A

Wrestling Bob Jones’ Congress and Hunt sign wrestling scholarships. Page 1B

American League American Legion Baseball underway with 5 teams. Page 2B We have more online at themadisonrecord.com

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PLAY BALL! A beautiful sunset descended over Toyota Field Stadium last Wednesday for the start of the Rocket City Baseball Classic, the first official baseball action at the new $46 million venue. Home to the Rocket City Trash Pandas, the stadium hosted 17 travel teams in a round-robin style formatted tournament that was held June 17-21. See story on page 1B.

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June 24, 2020

OBITUARY Letha Doyce Dickinson

The Rocket City Trash Pandas Minor League Baseball team hosted their second block party on Friday night. The event included live music, food and fireworks at the brand-new Toyota Field in Town Madison. The Trash Pandas will host another block party on July 3, followed by a 4th of July Extravaganza with the largest fireworks show in the Huntsville area. visit trashpandasbaseball.com/events for information about the events and to purchase tickets.

Spears committees for capital planning; safety and security; policy; community relations and advocacy; curriculum and instruction; and finance.

In addition, Spears worked as the board’s legislative liaison to advocate in Montgomery and Washington D.C. for children.

She co-chaired “Madison Forward” for increased ad valorem taxes to benefit MCS. Because of separate revenue streams, city council is limited in direct support for schools.

“However, City Council and Madison Board of Education

should have a shared goal to work together for the betterment of our students and parents,” Spears said.

Spears earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from Auburn University. She now is a full-time community volunteer. Spears has been a part of the Madison community since 1984 and is a charter member of Asbury United Methodist Church.

Connie and husband Richard have two sons. Younger son Riley graduated from James Clemens High School and attends Cal-

houn Community College. Ross, graduate of Bob Jones High School and Auburn University, works as a software engineer at SAIC. Ross is married to Harley of Hartselle, who earned degrees in chemistry and education from AU and Athens State University.

For more information about Connie Spears’ campaign, email connie@connie-spears.com or visit connie-spears.com or Facebook/Connie Spears - Madison City Council District 2.

Currently, Steve Smith is serving as District 2 Councilman.

It is with regret that we announce the passing of Mrs. Letha Doyce Dickinson, age 82, of Fayetteville, TN. Doyce was born on April 16, 1938 in Yellville, AR to the late Alva and Rebecca Weiher Johnson. She passed away on June 13, 2020 at Donalson Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Doyce was a member of Genesis Methodist Church (formerly, State Line Methodist Church).

She attended the School of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Missouri and graduated with an Associates of Science Degree. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Arkansas State Teachers College in Conway majoring in Physical Education and Health.

Doyce completed her post graduate work at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, receiving her Master’s Degree in Physical Education.

She worked as a Physical Education Teacher and coached track, volleyball, drill team, swimming,

and diving. She also taught ballroom dancing at the collegiate level. She was a great synchronized swimmer and enjoyed teaching her students.

Mrs. Dickinson could often be found sewing, doing puzzles or volunteering with Carriage House Players theatre group.

Doyce had a kind spirit, always had a smile, and loved people. She also had an endearing love for animals. She left her teaching career early for the greatest job of all time, raising her family.

Survivors include her daughter, Sebreta Leronica Dickinson-Segerson and husband, Michael of Madison, AL; son, Derron Andrew Dickinson and wife, Danielle of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Raegan Elise Segerson, Ryland Michael Segerson, Tristan Arivett, Landyn Dickinson, and Ronin Dickinson; and a brother, Donald Wayne Johnson and wife, Shirley of Norwood, MO. In addition to her parents, Doyce was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Lee Dickinson; and siblings, Larsh, Olaf, J.V., and E.J. Johnson, Hester Johnson Lee and Viva Johnson Billings.

A graveside service was held on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Higgins Cedar Hills Memorial Gardens, with Rev. David Karr officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fayetteville – Lincoln County Animal Shelter, PO Box 37, Fayetteville, TN 37334 Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Letha Doyce Dickinson.

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Gerald Warman is a long-time local softball coach and hitting instructor and is currently at The Compound teaching the correct way to attack a softball at the plate. The 52-year old is also a survivor of a heart transplant.

Accepting adult and pediatric patients at Huntsville Hospital and Madison Hospital.

Warman with end-of-use heart failure. Warman was soon told he would need a heart transplant to survive.

“I had no idea I was in trouble,” said Warman of his finding out his heart was at 35-percent of his normal function.

“The news changed my life on the spot. It stopped me in my tracks.”

Warman, 52, is a longtime softball coach and has been the personal coach to his daughter, Kamyrn, who recently graduated from Sparkman High and signed a scholarship to play college softball at Boston College University. He and his wife, Melissa, of 19 years also have a son, Gerald, III, who is 15. Warman is a fulltime hitting coach tending to around 70 students utilizing his “Attack Hitting” lessons at The Compound training facility in Madison. He rents a hitting cage and utilizes his own equipment in teaching young hitters age five and older the fundamentals of hitting both physically and mentally.

In 2014 while attending a softball tournament in Memphis, Warman found himself to be in dire straits with his health.

He couldn’t move. He quickly came home and went back to UAB for a checkup. Once he arrived in downtown Birmingham he was told he couldn’t leave, that doctors needed to assess his condition and treat him immediately. The LVAD device was inserted and he went through a battery of treatments, as well as, put on the list for a new heart.

He was ultimately allowed to return home in Madison, but just eight days later he was called back to UAB as a heart donor was located from a 30-year old Mobile man who was a perfect match. In Aug. of 2014, Warman was fitted with a new heart during the 10-hour procedure.

“Melissa and I lived in Birmingham for six weeks during my recuperation as I have been lucky as my body has not rejected my new heart,” said Warman. “I

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will remain in medication the remainder of my life. I’m continuing to be susceptible to being sick, but I have a passion for what I do. My doctors have advised me to stay active, so my work as a hitting coach is perfect for me.”

Standing 6-foot-5 and weighing in at 300 pounds, Warman is a man of a big stature, but he’s also big in his attempt to help others. His Attack Hitting program usually adheres to groups of four at $35 per hour per participant. He handles training sessions five days a week and contact is available via Facebook and Instagram.

“Everything I teach is the same across the board no matter the age of the player,” said Warman, who is also a diabetic.

As an athlete at a young age, Warman played both basketball and baseball and received a scholarship to play basketball for a junior college. Upon becoming an adult, he played basketball and softball and once suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon. He ceased his playing days and concentrated on being a sports dad.

When asked how he has survived through this enormous life-changing times, he said, “I want to see my kids graduate high school and college. I felt so bad for so long, I forgot how it felt to feel good.

Prior to my heart surgery I had my cometo-Jesus meeting. I was afraid I would not wake up to see my family again.”

Warman is a reserved individual who doesn’t look for sympathy nor does he look for outpouring attention about his life-changing experience. He tells others to don’t be afraid to be great. He teaches his hitting students to worker harder, longer and make the choice to be better.

“The road I’ve been on has been rough, but things I thought were difficult before don’t seem so hard now,” said Warman.

“Softball, like life, is a game of failure, and I teach those I coach how to balance their emotions and how to come back from any failures.”

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June 24, 2020

Groundbreaking and ribbon cutting held for Madison’s new elementary school

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Dr. Nichols said.

Nichols thanked former Superintendent Robby Parker and Assistant Superintendent Eric Terrell for their leadership roles in the school system.

Madison City Board of Education President Tim Holtcamp said growth is in the DNA of Madison City Schools, with average 250-student increases for many years and up to 500 or so in recent years. Because of continual community support, “we stand here today ushering in the next 20 years of the Madison City School District with a new elementary school for its children, Midtown Elementary.”

“The City of Madison holds immense pride for our school system,” Madison Mayor Paul Finley said. “Breaking ground on Midtown Elementary is another step towards positive growth in our community, serving parents, children and teachers with a learning space suited for the high education standards

MADISON – First it was delayed for rain, then COVID-19, but last week city leaders finally joined Madison City Schools officials in a ceremonial groundbreaking of Midtown Elementary. Construction actually started several weeks ago.

The 128,000-square-foot, 900-student capacity school is off Wall Triana Highway just north of the Kroger development.

Area legislators, Madison Chamber of Commerce members and Triana leaders also attended.

New Madison City Schools superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols commended the school board, MCS leadership team and community leaders for leading the effort to build new schools.

“Their foresight, and the generous support of citizens in the property tax vote, demonstrates why Madison City Schools is such a leader in education,”

Madison Police Arrest Report Substance - Possession, Driving Under The Influence (Any Substance).

• Daniel Anthony Parker, Huntsville, AL was arrested at Old Madison Pike, Huntsville, on the charge of Theft Misc.- 4th Degree.

• Thomas John Kitchens, Tanner, was arrested at 23027 Hwy 20, Tanner, on the charge of Bail-Jumping Second Degree.

• Mariah Carole Cook, Huntsville, was arrested at 8646 Highway 72 W, Huntsville, on the charges of Controlled Substance - Possession, Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia • Bruce Allen Mason, Huntsville, was arrested at 13375 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, charge of Failure To Appear Traffic.

• Dannie Jo Allen, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville, on the charge of Violation Of Probation.

June 16 • Tabitha Angelique Davis, Madison, was arrested at 109 Abby Ln, Madison, on the charge of Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia.

• Frank Rodriguez Contreras, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville, on the charge of Bail-Jumping Second Degree.

June 17 • Larche Moore Hewlett, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville, on the charge of Failure To Appear Traffic.

June 18 • Jonathon Paul Mann, Madison, was arrested at 7900 Old Madison Pike, Madison, on the charges of: Marijuana-Possession 2, Controlled Substance - Possession, Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia.

• James Jarae Moore, Madison, was arrested at 100 Hughs Rd, Madison, Al on the charge of Violation Of Probation.

• Clarence Dewayne Harrell, Madison, was arrested at 100 Hughes Rd, Madison, on the charges of Aggravated Assault 1St Non Family Other Weapon, Duty To Give Information To Render Aid • Seth Colin Josefowicz, Limestone, was arrested at 23027 Us Hwy 72, Limestone, on the charge of Assault (Simple).

• Jeanette Diana Woods, Madison, was arrested at Madison Blvd / Research Blvd, Madison, on the charge of Driving Under The Influence (Alcohol).

June 12 • Antonia Beasley, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av, Huntsville, on the charge of Violation Of Probation.

• Christopher Allen Albright, Madison, was arrested at County Line Road and Hardiman Road, Madison on the charge of Violation Of Probation.

• Andrew Dewayne Lee, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville on the charge of Failure To Appear Traffic.

• Anglea Jeanette Harris, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville, on the charge of Bail-Jumping Second Degree.

June 13 • Andrew Seth Erwin Vickrey, Madison, was arrested at I-565 E / MM11 Madison, on the charge of Driving Under The Influence (Alcohol).

• Sierra Monei Miller, Madsion, was arrested at 8694 Madison Blvd, Madison, Al on the charges of Driving Under The Influence (Alcohol), Ignition Interlock Device.

• Ashley Carol Bailey, Decatur, was arrested at 23027 Hwy 20, Decatur, on the charge of Bail-Jumping Second Degree.

• Amy Lashay Smith, Madison was arrested at 12895 Henderson Ln, Madison, on the charges of Promoting Contraband 2nd, Attempting To Flee Or Elude Police Officer.

• William C Pecou, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville, on the charge of Failure To Appear Traffic.

• Katherine Lynn Allen, Madison was arrested at 107 Abby Ln, Madison, on the charges of DV 3rd-Harassment-Family, Public Drunkenness.

June 14 • Matthew Charles Christian, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, on the charge of Failure To Appear Traffic.

• Faylicia Ivett Jones, Triana, was arrested at 159 7Th St, Triana, on the charge of Obstructing Justice-False Identity.

• Brandon Larell Garner, Huntsville, was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av NW, Huntsville, on the charge of Violation Of Probation.

June 15 • Gary Louis Fuller, Madison County, was arrested at Main St, Madison County, on the charge Controlled

MCS school board president Tim Holtcamp cuts the ribbon at a ceremony celebrating the start of construction on Midtown Elementary School. held for our area.”

Mayor Finley thanked the community for entrusting school and city leaders in steps to manage growth.

Midtown’s mascot will be the Wildcats, a carryover from West Madison Elementary. West Madison will be repurposed as West Madison PreK Center when Midtown Elementary opens in fall 2021.

Stanley Construction Co. did the site preparation work and Bailey-Harris Construction is the prime building contractor.

Construction on the new middle school in Madison will get under way in the coming months. That school, which has yet to be named, will be built off Celtic Drive adjacent the Central Office.

Madison City Schools has once again passed a rigorous state inspection for bus safety. The school district’s transportation department drew zero safety deficiencies in the final report by the Alabama State Department of Education’s inspection of school buses. The inspection covered 106 buses in the fleet. These annual probes are designed to identify potential maintenance issues before they become problems. The District has earned perfect scores in the last several years. Madison City Schools Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols visited the transportation department to meet with staff and commend them for the good results. “Safety of our kids is of utmost importance and these folks are on the front lines of safety,” Dr. Nichols said. Madison City Schools transports more than 5,000 students daily across almost 114 regular bus routes and 24 special education bus routes, in addition to athletic events and field trips. The district runs 57 elementary school bus routes, 31 middle school routes and 30 high school routes. Transportation Coordinator John Wilson and shop foreman Shannon Pease are pictured with Dr. Nichols on the bus lot.

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‘River of Hope’ begins to take shape at Dublin Park If you had a chance to visit Dublin Park in Madison last week, you may have noticed a group of volunteers working on a very special project along one of the hills. The project, call “River of Hope” is pulling together several non-profit agencies, local government entities, the businesses community, and local families who want to share a message of hope. Headed by Madison Visionary Partners (MVP) , the project was created to raise funds for COVID-19 relief. The River of Hope will be built out of stones painted by local families and businesses. MVP is asking participants to paint their rock with a positive one-word message of hope and resilience as our community comes together to overcome the COVID pandemic, or they can honor a special person in your life who has inspired them during the pandemic by painting their name on a rock. The stones can be picked up and dropped off at the four stone depots: on Tuesdays at the Madison Public Library and Discovery Middle School, and Wednesdays at Dublin Park and Posh Mommy and Baby Too. Volunteers will be assembling the River through July 11 on “Bill’s Hill” in Dublin Park. Below are some fun photos of volunteers working to create the stones for the river and beginning to assemble it. For more information about the “River of Hope” and how to help with the project, go to www.mvpmadison.org.

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Laura Hester ‘couldn’t stop smiling’ as Teacher of the Year at Columbia

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MADISON—Laura Hester experienced a definite reaction when she learned that she was “Teacher of the Year”: “I was so excited I couldn’t stop smiling.”

“I’m blessed to work with many wonderful teachers at Columbia Elementary School,” Hester said. “It was such an honor to be selected as Teacher of the Year by my colleagues.”

A kindergarten teacher, Hester serves on the Lighthouse team and Response to Intervention team at Columbia. She also is a member of the

district committee that reviews the Kindergarten Standards-Based Report Card.

For her 16-year teaching career, Hester has worked solely at Columbia – since the school opened.

“I believe children need to feel safe and loved in a classroom before they’ll be ready to learn. I strive to create such an environment in my classroom each school year,” Hester said.

“When I began videoing lessons during virtual learning, I tried to begin and end each lesson with a reassuring, positive message to remind my students that I loved them,”

Hester said. “I believed in them, and I trusted that we were going to get through e-learning, even though it wasn’t how we wanted to end our school year.”

As a kindergarten teacher, Hester finds great joy in teaching children to read. “(Reading) comes easy to some children, but others work so hard, day after day applying the strategies I’m teaching,” she said.

“The excitement I see in their eyes when they are able to read a beginning level book is priceless. It’s that determination that will help them to succeed at whatever they want to do in life,” Hester said.

Majoring in elementary education, Hester earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and a master’s degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

“I’m an active member of Skyline Baptist Church in Madison, where I teach Sunday School and serve as president of our Ladies Auxiliary,” Hester said.

Her husband Chris works as a systems engineer at Hexagon U.S. Federal. Their son Luke is a sixth-grader at Liberty Middle S ch o o l .

Daughter Abby is in third grade at Columbia.

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Badhe, Bruni, Wang to represent state in national chess tourneys

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Xavier Bruni, Constance Wang and Om Badhe will represent the State of Alabama in national invitational tournaments sponsored by the United States Chess Federation.

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“I’m humbled beyond belief that my peers, who I look to for guidance regularly, selected me for this honor,” Breeden said. “I had to ask Mr. Terrell to repeat himself because I kept thinking I wasn’t hearing him correctly.”

Having worked at Liberty since 2006, Breeden now is Social Studies Department Head and assistant athletic director and teaches eighth-grade world history/pre-advanced placement. As Beta Club sponsor, she arranges community outreach, like honoring essential workers or ‘Ding Dong Ditching’ goodies around neighborhoods.

A teacher mentor, Breeden also is a cooperative teacher with the University of Alabama in Huntsville. She has served with the Middle School Schedule Committee and ESL Strategies Team.

Her teaching philosophy emphasizes student engagement and empowerment. “All stu-

or judgment. “This trust I built with my students is what I believed motivated them to embrace virtual learning. My students showed up and never missed a beat,” Breeden said.

This year, a student group nicknamed “The Breakfast Club,” impressed Breeden.

Accepting her challenge, they focused on personal academic growth, not grades. The club “created a community that showed how the student/teacher relationship is a partnership, capable of achieving all goals. Whether the group realized it or not, they pushed me to continue to grow as an educator to make sure I continue to create a welcoming space for growth and acceptance,” she said.

Breeden ear ned a bachelor’s degree at the University of Alabama and a master’s degree at Arkansas State University. She gained National Board Certification in early adolescence social studies in 2017. Currently pursuing her second master’s degree, Breeden is studying differentiation history at UAH. Her husband David Breeden works as a senior analyst at Sierra Nevada Corporation.

Their son Liam, 2.5 years old, is “living his best life in daycare,” she said.

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tournaments have not been finalized as the USCF works hard to decide how to proceed.

“After utilizing our current website for the better part of the current millennia, the Alabama Chess Federation voted recently to approve spending to develop a new, modernized website,” Rasberry said.

“Some of the features we hope to incorporate into the new site are ‘Find a Club’ features, improved ‘Antics Feature Page’ and a Perpetual Membership System for improved membership updating and accuracy,” Rasberry said.

The website’s estimated completion is mid-July.

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MADISON—In a first for Madison City Chess League or MCCL history, three Madison students will represent the State of Alabama in national invitational tournaments.

The United States Chess Federation or USCF sponsors the contests.

“This year, the USCF introduced a new Rockefeller Elementary To u r n a m e n t of Champions, and MCCL has the first candidate to ever compete for the State of Alabama – Xavier Bruni,” MCCL Executive Director Ranae Bartlett said.

School, “because he was by far the highest rated elementary student in the State of Alabama,” ACF President Jonathan Rasberry said.

Wang is a freshman at Bob Jones High School.

She won first place in the K-12 section of the 2020 All Girls State Chess Championship to be selected as Alabama’s representative to the Haring girls tournament.

Om Badhe is a sophomore at James Clemens High School. He won an online playoff with the five the highest rated high school students in Alabama and qualified for the Denker tournament.

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June 24, 2020 We are shining the spotlight on senior students who are missing their end-of-high-school experience. Let’s celebrate them! They are our future.

Each week The Madison Record will highlight local high school seniors and wish the best for a successful future.

If you are a high school senior, please send a photo, short bio and what your future plans and goals are - and we’ll feature you in our Madison Record Senior Spotlight Series.

Senior Spotlight – Savannah ‘Dylan’ Westrope

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON—Savannah ‘Dylan’ Westrope is a graduating senior at Bob Jones High School.

Westrope enjoyed attending biomedical classes and forensics study more than any other subjects.

She participated with National Honor Society, National English Honor Society and Technological Honor Society. Westrope earned the Madison City Schools Seal of Distinction. In addi-

tion, she was selected as a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Council For all four years of high school, Westrope served as a varsity cheerleader. She also assisted the Patriots Baseball program as a Diamond Doll.

Dylan’s parents are Drew and Danielle Westrope. Dylan has two siblings: Nicholas, 22, and Whitney, 25.

Dylan is setting her sights to The Plains, where she will attend Auburn University this fall. She will pursue a degree in pre-physical therapy.

Go to www.TheMadisonRecord.com to submit your senior spotlight information or email gregg.parker@madisoncountyrecord.com.

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Savannah ‘Dylan’ Westrope is a graduating senior at Bob Jones High School.

Senior Spotlight – Nevaeh Eggleston

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M A D I S O N —Nevaeh Eggleston is a graduating senior at James Clemens High School.

“I want to thank Madison City Schools system for 12 years of creating me into this woman I am today,” Eggleston said. “I would like to applaud James Clemens also for being there every step of the way while seniors deal with this quarantine.”

Mathematics was her favorite class, “because I had the best teacher, Mr. Chase Evans.”

Eggleston achieved a GPA of 4.4. “I finished with four college classes already done,” she said.

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Nevaeh Eggleston is a graduating senior at James Clemens High School.

“I was named Miss JC for 2019-2020,” Eggleston said, “and I was basketball cheer captain for 20192020.”

She participated in numerous clubs, including Student 2 Student as President, Beta Club as Vice President, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society and Student Government Association.

Nevaeh’s parents are William Eggleston III and LaToya Dorsey. Nevaeh has one sister, Alivia, who is 16 years old.

“I will be attending the University of Kentucky in the fall of 2020 and majoring in mathematics. My future goal is to attend law school and become a lawyer,” Nevaeh said.

Senior Spotlight – Hannah Nicole Carey

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON—Hannah Nicole Carey is a graduating senior at Buckhorn High School.

Carey most enjoyed her classes for science. “It is interesting to me,” she said.

For all four years at Buckhorn, Carey played varsity softball.

She was a team member for Buckhorn during

their state championships from 2017 to 2019.

She was named to the All Tournament team for the 2019 state softball championship.

She had a GPA of 3.4.

Hannah’s parents are James and Wendy Carey.

Hannah’s brothers are Matthew Carey, 23, and 15-year-old Daimon Carey.

Hannah will attend the University of Montevallo and pursue a degree in biology.

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON—Seth Hundley Brown is a graduating senior at St. John Paul II Catholic High School.

At JPII, Brown’s favorite class was chemistry.

He liked “to learn how substances can react in different ways.”

Brown achieved a GPA of 3.96. He was a member of National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, Link Crew, Student Council, Retreat Team and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

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Seth Hundley Brown is a graduating senior at St. John Paul II Catholic High School.

A JPII sports standout, Brown was starting quarterback for the

Falcons, and he also handled the position of point guard. His numerous honors include All State Quarterback, 4A “Back of the Year” finalist, five-time “Player of the Week” with al.com and “Player of the Week” for the Southeast region with MaxPreps.

Seth’s parents are Dawn Martin and Darrell Brown and Zanetta Brown. Seth’s one sibling is Arsemen Brown, 23.

“I am attending the United States Military Academy at West Point.

I plan to major in chemistry. I am playing football there,” Seth said.

Senior Spotlight – David Isaiah Mahdi

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com M A D I S O N — D av i d Isaiah Mahdi is a graduating senior at James Clemens High School.

“I enjoyed history, because you learn about the events that led up to how you live presently,” Mahdi said.

“I am choosing to go into the U.S. Army,” Mahdi said.

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Hannah Nicole Carey is a graduating senior at Buckhorn High School.

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Jacob Ryan Strickland is a graduating senior at James Clemens High School.

MADISON—Jacob Ryan Strickland is a graduating senior at James Clemens High School.

While in high school, Strickland was most interested in studying engineering.

He maintained a weighted GPA at 4.0. Strickland completed internships at NASA during his junior year and at Booz Allen

Hamilton during his senior year.

Strickland participated as a team member with Greenpower electric car racing.

Jacob’s parents are Dan and Amy Strickland.

Jacob has two brothers: J.D. Strickland, 20 years old, and Aidan Strickland, 10 years old.

Jacob plans to enter the University of Alabama in Huntsville and pursue a degree in engineering.

Senior Spotlight – Peter F. Tisler Jr.

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON—Peter F. Tisler Jr. is a graduating senior at St. John Paul II Catholic High School.

Math was his favorite subject. “I have always had a knack for doing this,” Tisler said.

Tisler participated in National Latin Honor Society, National Thespian Society and Link Crew. He served as a delegate to Alabama Boy’s State.

As a member of Row Huntsville, Tisler was honored with the “Most Improved” Award. He

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Toyota Field sees first baseball action in the form of Rocket City Baseball Classic

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American Legion Baseball underway with 5 teams.

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MADISON—The “Boys of Summer” have finally arrived at Toyota Fieldunfortunately, the level of play was not we all expected with the arrival of the professional baseball minor league Rocket City Trash Pandas.

Instead, the first live baseball games to be played at the brandnew baseball facility in Madison came from amateur high school athletes and their summer travel teams as 17 squads squared off in the Rocket City Baseball Classic. The round-robin style formatted tournament was held June 17-21 with 29 games spread out over the fiveday schedule. To help in the logjam of games at Toyota Field, nine games were held at James Clemens High.

“Baseball at this ballpark has been a long time coming,” said Ralph Nelson, CEO and President of the host Trash Pandas, prior to the action getting underway. “The sound of the

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The Rocket City Trash Pandas hosted the Rocket City Baseball Classic last week, the first official baseball games played at Toyota Field Stadium in Town Madison. Seventeen teams played in the round-robin style tournament from June 17-21. ball hitting the bat will echo throughout the ballpark. We can’t wait to play these games at this amazing facility.”

The field of teams from the region included VBA, Chargers, DINGER, Madison Xpress, CABA 16, CABA 17, Green Wave,

Blue Sox 16, Blue Sox 17, Prospect 17, Giants 1, Giants 2, Blue Wave 16, Blue Wave 17, Prospect 18, Raiders 16 and Raiders 17.

Toyota Field concessions were available during each game and the outing was a Center for Disease (CDC) compliant event.

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Congratulations Mayor and Madison Chamber presents scholarships.

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Bob Jones’ Congress and Hunt sign wrestling scholarships

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MADISON—The Bob Jones wrestling program now has eight athletes in the last five years who have signed college scholarships to continue wrestling at the next level.

Chris Congress and Gabe Hunt became the latest to sign their names for collegiate wrestling at a recent ceremony held at the school.

Congress, who posted a 51-9 record in the 160pound division, signed with the Beavers of Pratt Community College located in Kansas, while Hunt, who was 51-10 last season in the 145-pound division, decided to wrestle in college at Kentucky Wesleyan, located in Owensboro, Ky. Both helped the Patriots to a 26-3 dual record and to the Class 7A quarterfinals in the 2019-2020 season.

“I’m very proud of the dedication and hard work

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Bob Jones wrestling head coach Matt Sweatman, center, recently hosted the scholarship signings of two of his superb wrestlers. Chris Congress, left, signed with Pratt Community College of Kansas, while Gabe Hunt signed with Kentucky Wesleyan. these young men have put into their wrestling careers and very happy they have the chance to continue wrestling at the

next level,” said Matthew Sweatman head coach of the Bob Jones program.

Both wrestlers began the sport as early teenag-

ers. Hunt joined the Bob Jones program after the freshman season upon being asked to join by Sweatman while Hunt

was playing football for the Pats. Congress, on the other hand, wrestled for two seasons at Bob Jones’ crosstown rival James Clemens before transferring to Bob Jones for his two final years of wrestling.

“After playing both football and baseball, I chose wrestling as the sport teaches you life lessons and pushes you to excel and do your best,” said Congress, son of Kendrick and Erica Congress. “There were a few times I wanted to quit as the sport is very stressful, especially in the area of cutting weight to make the weigh-ins. Each time Coach Sweatman talked to me and explained things to where I understood the challenges and remained with the team.”

For Hunt, he began wrestling while living in Georgia as he was playing football and running

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American Legion Baseball underway with 5 teams

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON—Baseball has returned to the City of Madison this summer for boys of high school age.

American Legion, Post 229 in Madison is sponsoring five teams this year. The Mambas and Mayhem teams have U-19 players. The varsity teams are Missiles and Jets. The Mavericks is a JV team.

“Teams are made up of players primarily from Madison City Schools,” Jean Downs said. Downs serves as American Auxiliary Unit President in Madison, along with Post 229 Historian and Communications Director.

“Play has already begun for the teams, which will culminate in an end-of-year tournament at the end of July,” Downs said. Teams will play home games at fields at James Clemens and Bob Jones high schools.

The American Legion has sponsored baseball in the State of Alabama since 1928 with a mission to promote citizenship through sportsmanship. American Legion, Post 229’s mission is to foster Americanism and patriotism in the community – particularly with youth.

The annual tradition of American Legion baseball fosters that mission, Post 229 Commander Larry Vannoy said. “As part of every American Legion sponsored game, a veteran of our armed services is honored by throwing out the first pitch.”

“We feel it is important to not only honor our veterans but to highlight their contributions to our nation to the young men on the field before each game,” Vannoy said.

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American Legion Baseball has returned to Madison for boys of high school age. American Legion, Post 229 is sponsoring five teams this summer.

Teams will play numerous games throughout the summer, including these remaining games in June: * June 25, Bob Jones – Madison Mavericks vs.

Hartselle, Post 52, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., 8 to 10 p.m. * June 25, James Clemens – Madison Missiles vs. Hartselle, Post 52, 5 to 7 p.m., 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. * June 25, New Hope High School – Madison Mayhem vs. Huntsville, Post 237, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., 8 to 10 p.m. * June 26, Leeds High School – Madison Mayhem vs. Leeds, Post

107, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., 8 to 10 p.m. * June 27, Bob Jones – Madison City Mambas vs.

Post 555, 19U, noon to 2 p.m., 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. * June 27, Haleyville High School – Madison Missiles vs. Haleyville, Post 33, 1 to 3 p.m., 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. * June 27, Tuscaloosa Academy – Madison Mavericks vs. Tuscaloosa, Post 34 JV, 1 to 3 p.m., 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. * June 29, Athens High School – Madison Missiles vs. Golden Eagles, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. * June 29, James Clemens – Jets 1, Post 229

2020 Huntsville Sprint Triathlon will be held virtually

By BOB LABBE bob0873@yahoo.com MADISON—Swim, bike and run all make up a triathlon. The athletic endeavor is one that makes real athletes as the race can be grueling for even the elite athletes that take part in the three skills event. This year’s 40th Huntsville Sprint Triathlon will remain a challenge to anyone who enters the race, but this time around, due to the COVID-19 epidemic, the 2020 version will be a virtual race for all those entered.

Once registered, participants can choose their own triathlon date, time and location anytime between Aug. 1 and Aug. 9. The event will comprise of a 400m swim, 7-mile bike ride and 3.1-mile run.

After completion of the race, participants must e-mail their elapsed time to bigdogand4@gmail. com to be included in the 2020’s finisher’s list.

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track. He wanted to be larger in size and gain muscles, so he chose the sport that would lead him to a college scholarship.

“I’m very aggressive and technical on the wrestling mat,” said Hunt, son of Andrew Hunt and Dana Wilson. “I’m very quick and love to use techniques I’ve learned and my strength as I’m more of an offensive style wrestler almost always making the first move, especially I like to run the legs in my moves.”

total commitment. For those who enter a triathlon they quickly find out if takes months of training to meet the demands of the sport. Nutrition is always an issue, so complete training is necessary to excel in a triathlon.

If wanting to commit to a healthier lifestyle is a goal, then entering triathlon training is easily a great event to set that commitment in motion.

Fleet Feet of HuntsvilleMadison is providing a Summer 2020 Triathlon Training Program. The 10-week training occurs on Tuesday evenings and some Saturdays. Fee is $100 and all aspects of training for a triathlon will be covered. An array of coaches led by training director Dianna Cioppi will take the training participants on a journey for better health.

She said, “A triathlon is a sport that welcomes all ages and sizes. Each discipline is a strength building for the other. One participates as an individual, yet the other athletes give you encouragement as if you were a part of their team.”

Continued from page 1B Hunt chose the NCAA Div. II Panthers over a few other schools as he said he connected with the fellow athletes and the coaching staff. He plans on studying criminal justice as his father is currently a detective in New York. Hunt has plans on possibly becoming a U.S. Navy Seal.

“I’ve always wanted to be the best at anything I’ve done,” said Hunt. “I couldn’t have done any of this without the Bob Jones wrestling program.”

Congress wants to learn a hands-on trade and will attend college to become a welder. He added, “I’ve always been a handson kid, love to fix things and I am a fast learner.”

He chose the royal blue and white colors of Pratt CC over a couple other schools located in Idaho and Kansas. The NJCAA Div. I athletic program has a top-notch wrestling program with an experienced coaching staff.

As for his early stages of wrestling, Congress

said, “In the seventh grade, I lost a bet to my best friend and doing so I had to try out for the local wrestling team. I liked it and stuck with it.”

The losing bet did pay off as he’s about to venture into college wrestling- a place he’s always dreamed about. “I owe all of this to the Bob Jones wrestling program,” he added. “We have great coaches and certainly one of the best programs in the state.”

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The Madison Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting last Monday for Culver’s restaurant, located at 4567 Wall Triana in front of Kroger.

Ribbon cutting held for Culver’s Madison location

By STAFF REPORTS MADISON—Another highly anticipated restaurant is set to open last week. The Wisconsinbased Culver’s restaurant chain, known for its ButterBurgers and Fresh Frozen Custard, held a rib-

bon cutting event for their Madison location, 4567 Wall Triana in front of Kroger.

The event was hosted last Monday by the Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Culver’s is currently in 25 states after entering Alabama in 2018.

Culver’s was founded on July 18, 1984, in Sauk City, Wisconsin by co-founder Craig Culver and his family. Today there are six company-owned restaurants with the rest owned and operated by independent franchisees in nearly 750 locations.

Signature items include the award-winning ButterBurger, made from fresh, never frozen beef, and Fresh Frozen Custard, including the famous Flavor of the Day program.

For more information, visit www.culvers.com.

MADISON—A local business is closed after a post by its franchise owner from 2015 came to light last week.

In 2015, Rick Jarrell, the franchise owner of Handel’s Ice Cream in the Kroger Shopping Center on Hwy 72 and Jeff Road, made a Facebook post about growing up in Birmingham in the 1950s.

In it he used racial slurs, which has now caused a backlash from people who find his remarks very offensive.

He used racial slurs in explaining life in the 1950s and the prejudices that existed then. He was trying to say now he does not see race, stating he has friends of all genetic and ethnic backgrounds.

However, his method and use of racial slurs in explaining his view has many upset.

The ice cream shop remained closed last Tuesday while Jarrell’s post circulated widely through social media.

Late in the day, Handel’s corporate office issued a statement saying they are

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Handel’s Ice Cream said they have severed their relationship with franchise owner Rick Jarrell over a controversy concerning some comments he posted on Facebook in 2015. They stated they are looking for a new owner to take over their Huntsville location. suspending operations at the location and will determine the next steps.

They say they do not tolerate expressions of racism or discrimination in any form.

Handel’s released a statement saying: “We would like to apologize for recent social media posts that have come to our attention.

These views do not represent our brand, our employees, vendors, or franchise partners, and we are troubled by the offensive tone that these messages conveyed. Handel’s Ice Cream has been serv-

ing generations for 75 years and we are proud of the relationships we have built in the communities that we serve. We are disappointed that we need to address this situation, but we will not ignore it nor condone it. Our mission continues to be one of exceeding expectations while serving the best ice cream on the planet.”

According to newspartner WAFF, employees at the Handel’s location shared a text message Jarrell sent early last Tuesday letting them know the store was closed for the day.

“All I ask is that you read the entire post. It reflects life in Birmingham in the 1950’s and 1960’s.

I was never raised to be a racist and that is what the post says. I have black nephews, black cousins, and my daughter’s boyfriend is black. This whole ordeal was started by a former employee (who was fired). Look at my actions.

Look at my life. Read the entire post.”

“In an old Facebook post of mine, I used some inappropriate and hurtful language to describe African-Americans and other minorities. I sincerely apologize for my word choice. It wasn’t my intent to be insensitive, but looking back, I see that I was and for that I am deeply sorry.”

Handel’s posted an update on Friday saying they have severed ties with Jarrell and are seeking a new owner for their Huntsville location.

Jarrell was featured in The Madison Record’s weekly series spotlighting area veterans. He served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam and then the U.S. Navy Reserve.

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Sheriff Turner to speak to Republican Women of Madison

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com M A D I S O N — Re p u b lican Women of Madison will meet on June 24 and listen to thoughts from Madison County’s top law enforcement officer.

Madison County Sheriff Kevin Turner, or one of his senior deputies, will speak to club members at their meeting from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Best Western Plus, 9035 Madison Blvd.

Turner or his deputy will discuss “current law enforcement issues in our changing world of pandemics, protests and rioting,” Second Vice President Glenda Neill said.

Club members will observe social distancing.

Space will be limited to 40 places available for the luncheon.

To attend, RSVP by email to rsvp@rwmadison.org by June 22 at noon.

Active membership is open to any woman who supports the Republican Women of Madison’s objectives. Active members have voting rights.

Annual dues are $40.

In addition, associate membership is open to women who are regular members of another Federated Republican Women’s club; men who want to join the club; and spouses of club members.

Annual dues are $15.

The club meets monthly on third Wednesdays.

For more information, email repwomenmadison@gmail.com or visit republicanwomenofmadison.com or Facebook/ Republican Women of Madison.

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Erika Crutcher cheers up dispositions for patients at Madison Hospital

By GREGG L. PARKER Gregg.Parker@ madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON—Erika Crutcher is one of those people who behaves in an optimistic, positive way, despite days with bleak promises.

“Erika Crutcher is one of our Food & Nutrition Hospitality Assistants.

She has a heart of pure gold,” Madison Hospital President Mary Lynne Wright said.

“She delivers meal trays to patients, and, now with our no visitor policy due to COVID-19, she is a bright light for our patients,” Wright said.

“Erika can be caught singing to patients, with one of

her co-workers and many times in the elevator.”

Wright said that Erika’s personality “just makes you smile. She has to be one of the most caring, genuine people I have ever had the honor of working with.”

Erika has worked at Madison Hospital for eight years.

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Erika has dealt with the change in her daily routine of “not being able to interact with the patients and their family.”

Like many people, Erika did not expect the magnitude of COVID-19 infections in early stages of the crisis. “At first, I didn’t think it would be

like this. I was thinking it would blow over in a few weeks,” she said.

“After we had a patient at our hospital that had the virus, I began to get nervous because I live with my elderly dad and I’m around my grandfather and family. I began to pray not only for my family but the entire world,” Erika said.

“Since the pandemic, I’m very cautious, taking the extra precautions to keep me, my family and everyone else safe – staying six feet apart,” Erika said.

Crutcher has not been required to work extra hours or overtime because of the COVID19 crisis. “I worked less

hours due to the low patient census” that resulted from cancelled or delayed medical procedures at the hospital.

A patient diagnosed with the virus made a lasting impression on Erika. “One of our patients was the sweetest lady that I’ve met in a very long time,” Erika said. “She is a fighter who wasn’t gonna let COVID get the best of her.”

“When I first met her, she would tell me I have a beautiful personality and that I’m way too young to work at the hospital.

Every chance I got I would go to her just to check on her. She always greeted me with a beautiful smile and wave,” Erika said.

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KINGS BAY, Ga.—The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) (Gold) held a change of command aboard Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Georgia, June 12.

Capt. Seth Burton was relieved by Capt. Theron Davis as commanding officer of Florida (Gold).

“I am extremely proud of the professional men and women who bring life to Florida, a national security treasure,” said Burton to the crew. “The life we live as submariners and citizen-Sailors is hard one, but a truly honorable one. The culture of trust and honor you have established in the Florida Gold family will help sustain you through the unknown challenges ahead. I sincerely thank you for your quiet and sacrificial service.”

Burton assumed command of Florida’s Gold Crew in October 2018.

Under his command, the ship was awarded the 2019 Commander, Submarine Squadron 16 Battle Efficiency “E” award and completed a 27-month forward deployment, the longest in Atlantic Fleet history.

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“I feel truly privileged to have had the opportunity to serve as the commanding officer of this incredible group of Navy professionals and their mighty warship,” said Burton. “Their persistent performance and dedication to duty, day in

and day out, to achieve the seemingly unachievable, is a testament to today’s youth and their willingness to work together for a higher purpose.”

At sea, Burton served aboard USS Jefferson City (SSN 759), USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) (Gold) and USS Newport News (SSN 750).

His first command at sea was USS Scranton (SSN 756) in Norfolk, Virginia.

Burton thanked his wife, Danete and children, Evan, Aaron, Christian and daughter-in-law Kristina for their support.

“Danete, you are the epitome of a selfless servant,” said Burton.

“Without you teaching our boys the importance

of duty and sacrifice, and teaching them to embrace this calling, I would not have had this incredible opportunity to serve our citizenry alongside these young patriots. Thank you and the boys for sacrificing so much over the years in service to your country.

The incoming commanding officer, Davis, previously served as Commander, Submarine Forces Atlantic Fleet Shipyard Representative, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine. Davis is from Minerva, Ohio, and was commissioned through the Nuclear Enlisted Commissioning Program in 1993. He graduated summa cum laude from Auburn University in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in materials engineering. He holds a master’s degree in engineering management from Old Dominion University.

He contributes his success to his wife, Jodie, and his children, Randahl and Zachary.

“Capt. Burton, thank you for a smooth turnover and the development of an outstanding crew,” said Davis. “To the officers and crew of Florida Gold Crew, I look forward to working with each and every one of you.”

Florida is the first submarine and the sixth United States Navy ship to bear the name of the state. It was the second submarine to complete the conversion from a ballistic-missile submarine to a guided-missile submarine.

Burton will now serve as Chief of Staff for the Director, Strategic Systems Programs, Washington, D.C. Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay is homeport to all East Coast Ohio-class submarines.

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Miss Mary Anne’s Twinkie Cake

By CHRISTY JORDAN Southernplate.com MADISON—This week I am bringing you a recipe from a member of our Southern Plate family, Miss Mary Anne.

A few weeks ago, she sent me a message and asked if I’d ever had twinkie cake. I messaged her back that I’d heard of it but never had or made it myself and I sure would love her recipe if she’d be willing to share. Being as sweet as she is, she emailed it right away and I got the ingredients and made it the very next day for my mother and father in law. It was every bit as delicious as Miss Mary Anne said it would be and when I asked her if she’d mind if I shared it she replied “I would be glad for you to share it, it’s too good to keep.”

Miss Mary Anne says “I watched my aunt make this at a family reunion many years ago when my youngest was just a baby.

He is now 46 years old!”

Thank you, Miss Mary Anne, for allowing me the honor of sharing your recipe with the rest of the Southern Plate Family.

You’ll need: Twinkies (I was going to get the generic ones but they were out), Bananas, the big thing of whipped topping, the big thing of pudding mix, the big can of crushed pineapple, and some cherries and chopped nuts for the topping.

I’ll put the actual sizes at the bottom in the recipe.

You know when I went to buy these bananas, I bought thirteen bananas and it was only $2.23? Isn’t that amazing? One of the reasons why I love recipes that use bananas so much, you can be generous and there is no guilt!

I love to get the little bags of this nut topping when I can. It comes in a bag or a can (brand has never mattered to me at all) and it makes the prettiest top on the cake. It is totally optional though.

Slice each twinkie in half lengthwise. Place the cream side up in a 9?13-inch pan. You’ll only need nine twinkies for this and the box comes with ten.

Miss Mary Anne says that last one is to enjoy with your coffee. Christy says Miss Mary Anne is wise beyond her years.

Next, you’re gonna mix up your pudding. We just do this according to package directions.

Spread that pudding over the top of your twinkies Drain your pineapple and spread it over the top of your pudding.

Slice up a WHOLE BUNCH of bananas over

CONTRIBUTED

LEFT: Miss Mary Anne’s Twinkie Cake. RIGHT: You’ll need: Twinkies (I was going to get the generic ones but they were out), Bananas, the big thing of whipped topping, the big thing of pudding mix, the big can of crushed pineapple, and some cherries and chopped nuts for the topping.

Slice each twinkie in half lengthwise. Place the cream side up in a 9x13-inch pan. the top of that. Isn’t it pretty? If you only have a few bananas that is fine, use as many or as few as you want.

Now spread whipped topping over the top of that. Cover and refrigerate several hours.

If you want, sprinkle the top with chopped nuts.

Thank you, Miss Mary Anne! This was absolutely delicious!

INGREDIENTS  1 box of 10 Hostess Twinkies (9 for cake, one to have with coffee or tea)

 4 large bananas  1 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained  1 5.1 oz box Vanilla instant pudding mixed with milk according to directions on box  12 oz. Frozen Whipped Topping, thawed You may have a little extra and you can just use that as well  Maraschino cherries and pecans for garnish optional INSTRUCTIONS Remove Twinkie cakes from wrappers.

Cut

each in half lengthwise from top to bottom.

Place Twinkie halves in 9 x 13 baking dish with cream side facing up.

Prepare pudding according to package directions.

Spread over twinkies.

Spread pineapple over pudding. Top this evenly with banana slices.

Spread whipped topping over all and sprinkle with nuts, if you like. Cover and refrigerate several hours.

To serve, top each slice with a cherry, if you like.

Enjoy!

Christy Jordan is a food blogger, bestselling cookbook author, tv personality, former editor at large for Southern Living Magazine, former contributing editor to Taste of the South magazine, and someone who loves to feed people. She holds a B.S. in Home Economics with a concentration in Foods and Nutrition. A ninth generation Alabamian, Christy lives just minutes from where she was born with her husband of 20 years, their two children, various cats, dogs, and a small

flock of chickens. Her website, SouthernPlate, has been twice named one of the top 25 food websites in the country, and draws millions of visitors each month.

PRAYER: Father forgive me for the times I have charged ahead not willing to wait for your divine answer to a prayer I prayed. Help me Lord to be still and to know you have a plan and no matter how long I must wait to see the goodness of the Lord it will come. 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.

She can be contacted at w ri t e m i l l e r 2 0 0 2 @ yahoo.com.

Waiting, Trusting, Being Still

By BECKY MILLER God’s Lemonade Stand Be still in the presence of the LORD and wait patiently for him to act.

Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes. Psalm 37:7 Most people are probably familiar with the story of Sarah and Abraham in the Old Testament where in their advanced years God told them they would have a

son. “Yeah right” they both said in modern day vernacular. Unable to be still and trust they took matters in their own hands and Abraham had a baby with Sarah’s’ servant girl Hagar. Shortly after this Sarah became pregnant. If only they could have followed the plan. This is where the present-day conflict arises between Arabs and Jews. Isaac and Ishmael were the offspring.

(Genesis 21).

Are you having trouble waiting on something in life now or in the past have you jumped in unable to wait because you were not certain if something was going to happen or not? Probably everyone has. Waiting is terribly hard. Being still, just trusting and resting and not trying to figure stuff out and orchestrate a plan on your own. Just let God have it, period.

You prayed, right? Others agreed with you in prayer

then get involved in something else and relax.

If you are having trouble waiting turn off all noise, get a journal and just start documenting your thoughts. Have a time of prayer and even add some worship music to get you refocused on ‘things above’. As the old hymn lyrics say, “turn your eyes upon Jesus look full in his wonderful face, and the things of Earth will grow strangely dim, in the light of his glory and grace.’

8B • THE RECORD

June 24, 2020

The Pride House, 320 Martin Street

By JOHN P. RANKIN Madison Historian

MADISON—There is a large and impressive house owned and occupied by Chuck Bashore today that sits at the end of a private drive off the eastern end of Martin Street behind a gated entrance. The house was built in 1911 by Dr. William Thomas Pride and his wife, Mary Fletcher.

Their marriage is mentioned in a book about Dr. Richard Matthew Fletcher, written by his daughter Octavia in the early 1900s.

Octavia’s sister, Mary, wife of Dr. William T. Pride, was known to the family as “Tee”. In the census records of 1910 and 1920, Tee is shown as Mary G. Pride, born 1875, whereas William T. Pride was born about 1865. Their firstborn son was listed in 1910 as James W. Pride (age two), but in 1920 he was listed as Wilsey J. Pride (age twelve).

Dr. Pride was one of six children of James Harvey Pride and his wife, Amanda Butler. His sister Emma was the first wife of Madison County Commissioner James A. Watkins. Their father James Harvey Pride was seized by the Union forces along with Dr. Fletcher and Edward Betts following a battle in the town on May 17, 1864. They were taken as presumed spies, to be hanged for supposedly guiding the Confederate forces to eliminate the Union sentries, but a more reasonable Union officer intervened after a time, and the men were released unharmed.

The parents of James Harvey Pride were Wilsey and Rebecca Gray Love Pride. Wilsey’s will of 1848 was entered into probate in 1849. The will listed as heirs Wilsey’s widow, Rebecca, and seven children.

Specifically named were Mary Jane, Alexander, and Martha as children of

Rebecca. The list of heirs also named children by his first wife, who was Eleanor Gray Pride. The Pride children by Eleanor were James H., William, Burton, and Margaret, who was born 1818 and in 1835 married John Maxwell.

Eleanor Gray Pride was a daughter of William and Eleanor Wardrobe Gray.

She married Wilsey Pride in 1805, whereas Rebecca Gray Love married Wilsey in 1839 in Limestone County, only ten years prior to Wilsey’s death.

Family trees posted on Ancestry.com show that Wilsey Pride was born in 1783, a son of Burton Pride and Sarah Bizwell. Burton Pride was a son of Thomas Pride, whose ancestry was shown back to the 1600s in Virginia and England, including intermarriages with the Burtons and Fowlers, surnames found as pioneers of Redstone Arsenal lands as well as the immediate Madison area.

The Pride connections to the Gray family of this area are especially noteworthy. The progenitor of the Grays here was William Gray, born in 1755 near Edinburgh, Scotland.

As previously mentioned, William Gray’s wife was Eleanor Wardrobe, a sister of Lord Wardrobe of Scotland and already a widow of her Blackburn husband when William married her in 1780. She and William Gray came to Virginia before the American Revolution ended, where William fought for America’s independence by serving in with General Morgan. They lived in Tennessee briefly and moved to Madison County by 1809, living initially on land near what is now Gate 9 to Redstone Arsenal. He served in the first Madison County jury panel and was one of the very few recipients of the initial printing of the first Alabama Constitution.

PHOTO BY JOHN RANKIN

320 Martin Street.

COURTESY OF JOHN RANKIN

Eleanor Gray tombstone.

COURTESY OF JOHN RANKIN PHOTO BY JOHN RANKIN

William and Eleanor had at least eight known children, and Eleanor died in 1822 at age 65. William married a second wife, Lucy (Phillips) Neal, another widow, in 1824. Lucy died in 1831, three years before William’s passing.

The Gray family is buried in their family cemetery that became the burial ground of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church on the east side of today’s Balch Road behind the Balch Road Storage facility.

The church was disbanded in the 1920s, but the large cemetery contains many burials of early pioneers of the area, including Maxwell, Blackburn, Sanderson,

Engraved slab cover of the James Gray crypt.

Stewart, Sisco, Wood, Leonard, Tribble, and Anerton, among others.

The only known Blackburn grave there is likely for an early or even the first child of Eleanor Wardrobe Blackburn Gray.

The tombstone shows “John W. Blackburn, born April 12, 1775; died February 14, 1854.” Of course, the graves of William, Eleanor, and several of their Gray children and spouses of the children are also there.

Several of the Gray family are in now-collapsed box tombs. Several of the graves have inscribed tombstones, but some of the markers are now broken or fragmented and hidden beneath vegetation.

Imagine your home, totally organized!

By far most of the graves in the cemetery no longer have tombstones visible.

The last known child of William and Eleanor was Ellen Jane Gray, who married William G. Pride, a brother of James Harvey Pride. However, it is recorded that William Gray had another child, Eliza, born by his second wife Lucy Phillips Neal. Eliza married John Beverly Bridgeforth.

Even in the 1850 census of Monroe County, Mississippi, the family of William G. Pride included Nancy Gray, age sixty-five, born in Virginia, so the Pride and Gray families of Madison remained closely connected through the years. James

Pride’s son Walter married Katie Garner, and James’ son Wilsey married Katie Mason. The Pride line has continued in this area for generations.

This later Wilsey Pride fathered another James Harvey Pride, who was born in 1877 and died by 1935. The younger J. H. Pride, grandson of the senior Pride and nephew of Dr. William Pride, was a partner in the firms of Pride & Bradford (drugstore) and Pride & Carter (general store) in Madison, according to the 1905 Alabama Mercantile Book. He became an attorney, according to the 1929 Alabama Blue Book and Social Register. This nephew of Dr. William Pride married Sallie LeRoy Betts, daughter of Judge Tancred Betts, whose father was Edward Betts, one of the three accused Civil War Rebel spies of Madison mentioned above.

The extensive interconnections of the Pride, Fletcher, Maxwell, Betts, Mason, Garner, and Gray families of the Madison area led to some interesting interactions. For example, Amanda Pride, widow of the senior James Harvey Pride and mother of Dr. William T. Pride, had to go to court in Madison County to establish her right to inherit and sell the lands of her deceased husband.

Her case was adjudicated

by Judge Tancred Betts, a relative.

The Pride family history is strongly interwoven with that of Madison, Huntsville, and other locations across the country. Even Madison’s early tycoon, Jim Williams, who built the house at 19 Front Street, was without doubt a frequent visitor to the Pride House on Martin Street. Jim Williams got his start in business life as a sharecropper at a young age, working on the farm of Dr. William T. Pride.

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