The Madison Record - June 30, 2021

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Blood shortage he American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage that is negatively affecting blood product availability across the country.

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EVENTS

Glow Run

Runners, walkers – even dancers – are welcome to join in the festivities for the Glow Run 5K, Downtown Rescue Mission’s major fundraiser.

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EDUCATION

The City of Madison will present the “Star-Spangled Celebration” at Dublin Park on July 3 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Star-Spangled Celebration returns to Dublin Park July 3

FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR - It’s back for a second year. The Rocket City Trash Pandas announced they will again host the “Fireworks Spectacular” at Toyota Field on the 4th of July. This patriotic extravaganza will feature on-field activities, food trucks, and live entertainment. It begins at 4 p.m. and ends at 9 after the fireworks show.

For more about this event, go to www. trashpandasbaseball.com.

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com

CLAS schools Three Madison campuses are enjoying awards for exceptional strategies and practices as CLAS Schools of Distinction.

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UNA bound A well-known media personality from James Clemens High School, Grayson Waggoner knows how to reach an audience. Waggoner has earned the George Lindsey Cinematic Arts Scholarship from the University of North Alabama.

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MADISON – Once again at Dublin Park, the “Star-Spangled Celebration” on July 3 will entertain visitors with lively amusements and music, leading to an All-American firework exhibition as the finale.

The City of Madison Parks and Recreation is sponsoring the event from 5 to 9 p.m., which is free and open to all residents. Activities will be set up on Dublin’s soccer field no. 1.

Boys and girls will enjoy inflatable amusements. These popular attractions will include a 5-in-1 Moon Bounce, Monster Truck Combo, 22-foot Dual Lane Slide, Wacky Obstacle Course, 180-Degree Obstacle Course and train/ amusement park.

Two local bands, Big Daddy Kingfish and The Zooks, will entertain the crowd with rock and pop tunes that will keep the mood upbeat.

Steve Smith with WZYP-104.3 will pump up the crowd with upbeat music.

Food trucks confirmed to-date for the Star-Spangled Celebration are Rita’s Italian Ice, New South Hot Dog & Sushi and Iceworks.

Organizers are still accepting food vendors; for information, email Christina.Cox@madisonal. gov.

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A fireworks display will begin around 9 p.m.

FIREWORKS AT MIDCITY - MidCity District will be having a 4th of July weekend with a fireworks show on Saturday, July 3. It’s a free event that will have live music all weekend. It kicks off Friday evening at The Camp with music, food and free family fun.

On Saturday the doors of the Camp will open at 11a.m. and with live music performing all the way up through 10 p.m. when the fireworks go off. The party continues Sunday, July 4th with a watermelon carving contest during the Market at MidCity. It is located at 5909 University Dr NW, Huntsville. Go to www.huntsville.org/event/the-market-at-midcity for more information.

U.S. marshals bag suspected “donut bandit”

By STAFF REPORTS HUNTSVILLE - U.S. marshals on Saturday arrested a Huntsville man wanted for a September armed robbery of the Krispy Kreme in Decatur.

Police identified Zachary Cornez Lilley, 32, of Huntsville, as the suspect in the armed robbery on April 9, and issued an arrest warrant. The U.S. Marshals Gulf Task Force located Lilley and took him into custody Saturday.

The annual MADISON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPO & KIDS DAY was held Saturday at Insanity Complex, 100 Skate Park Drive in Madison. The year’s theme was “baseball” in celebration of the Rocket City Trash Pandas inaugural season in Madison. The family fun-filled event featured over 60 local businesses showcasing their products and services.

Kids enjoyed the free activities like inflatables and so much more. See page 7B for more about this event and photos.

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DRUG BUST IN HARVEST A traffic stop by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit resulted in a large seizure of drugs and cash. According to the Sheriff’s Department, the traffic stop occurred in Harvest and led to a search of the offender’s residence. During the investigation, Deputies located over 5 lbs of marijuana, 134 Xanax pills, approximately $4,000 cash, multiple THC vape cartridges, and one Draco 7.62 firearm. Cesar Gomez was arrested for Drug Trafficking and Possession of a Controlled Substance and booked into the Madison County Jail.

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By STAFF REPORTS MADISON - The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage that is negatively affecting blood product availability across the country.

Donors of all blood types – especially type O and those giving platelets – are urged to make an ap-

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It all starts with amazing care in a new facility nestled at the base of Monte Sano – the mountain of health.

The Orthopedic & Spine teams move to a new free-standing tower which is likely to become a destination for people seeking life-improving treatment options — a new beginning to do the important things in life.

pointment to give now and help ensure hospital shelves are stocked with blood products over the Fourth of July holiday and beyond.

Right now, the Red Cross is working around the clock to provide blood products to hospitals responding to an unusually high number of traumas and emergency room visits, as well as overdoses and resulting transplants.

As a result of the blood shortage, some hospitals are being forced to slow the pace of elective surgeries until the blood supply stabilizes, delaying crucial patient care.

In addition, while summer is traditionally a time when blood donations decline, this year is particularly challenging as many Americans receive their vaccinations and resume summer activities after more than a year of limited interactions and travel, leading to lower donor turnout. The need for blood doesn’t take a holiday break − patients

BLOOD DRIVE: July 13, 1 - 6 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ LDS - Madison, 1297 Slaughter still depend on lifesaving transfusions.

Donors are needed now to prevent further delays to patient care. Schedule an appointment to give blood now by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

As a thank-you, all those who come to give July 1-6 will receive a Red Cross embroidered hat,

while supplies last. And, donors who come to give July 7-31 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email, plus a chance to win gas for a year (a $5,000 value). (Terms and conditions apply; visit rcblood.org/fuel).

In most cases, those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine can donate. However, knowing the name of the manufacturer of the vaccine they received is important in determining donation eligibility.

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The third annual “Liberty Toss” Cornhole Tournament will also be held during the festival.

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Festival As the celebration’s finale, a spectacular show of fireworks will light the early evening sky at 9 p.m. on July 3.

A roundtrip, free shuttle service from Bob Jones High School to Dublin Park will transport all visitors to the event and back to their vehicles. Everyone must park in the Bob Jones lot. Shuttle service will suspend during the fireworks show.

Madison police officers and firefighters, along with HEMSI first responders, will ensure safety for the spectators.

For more information, call 256-772-9300 or visit www.madisonal.gov/216/ Special-Events. An application for food vendors also is available from that site.

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In addition, the Star-Spangled Celebration will feature the third annual “Liberty Toss” Cornhole Tournament.

The winner in first place will receive two Magellan outdoor coolers and two 30-ounce GTEC tumblers. The prizes for second place are two American-themed horseshoe sets. The third-place team will receive two hammocks.

The double-elimination tournament will involve two-player teams. Players in all teams will meet at 5 p.m. The games will start at 5:15 p.m. on July 3.

The tournament will allow 20 teams maximum.

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register through June 25 by visiting www.madisonal.gov, and clicking “Community” and “Special Events.” Then, scroll to click “Cornhole Team Registration Instructions.” In addition, cornhole teams can register by clicking the WebTrac link on the “Special Events” page.

After a team is registered, an employee with Madison Parks and Recreation will contact the team about a schedule for play times.

Dublin Park’s address is 8324 Old Madison Pile.

For more information, call 256-772-9300. For questions about the cornhole tourney, call Dylan Reutter at 256-772-2568 or email adultsports@madisonal. gov.

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Founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Service awarded City Coin

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madison countyrecord.com MADISON – A Madison resident who has proved his commitment to helping others, not just locally but across the United States, has received a Madison City Coin.

Rodney Smith Jr. accepted the commemorative coin from District One Council Member Maura Wroblewski at the June 14 meeting of Madison City Council. The coin presentation recognizes Smith for his work with Raising Men Lawn Care Service. (weareraisingmen.com) Wroblewski commended Smith for his selfless contribution to the City of Madison, State of Alabama and the nation.

“Mr. Smith embodies the spirit of giving back to his community and helping those in need,” Wroblewski said.

The Raising Men Lawn Care Service is the union of an ordinary yard maintenance service and

that sometimes youth want to help the community and sometimes people need it, but it can be hard to know who, why and where. They focus on getting all of this information while also helping people in our area to care for and maintain their lawns. And in the winter, they will shovel snow.”

In presenting the coin, Wroblewski said, “Mr. Smith, on behalf of the City Council and Mayor’s Office and on behalf of a grateful city for the blessings you have bestowed on Madison residents, Alabama residents and those across the entire nation, it is my honor and privilege to award you the City Coin for the City of Madison.

Thank you and may God bless your ministry.”

For more information about Raising Men Lawn Care Service, postal mail to P.O. Box 2182, Madison AL 35758; call 256-5089440; email info@weareraisingmen.com; or visit weareraisingmen.com.

the commitment to establish an inspirational program to keep youth, both girls and boys, on a positive path while learning and understanding their value in society. The service provides free lawn care to elderly residents, individuals who have disabilities, single mothers and military veterans.

People who receive the lawn service do not have the time, resources and/ or money to take care of their yards. Raising Men Lawn Care Service is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

According to its mission statement, Raising Men Lawn Care Service “unites the extraordinary community that is present in our local area.

They are completely confident in the fact that they can provide a very inspirational program that focuses on channeling the energy that youth have in a positive way, as well as helping those who often need it the most. They understand

District One Council Member Maura Wroblewski presents the Madison City Coin to Rodney Smith Jr., founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Service.

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MADISON - After 22 years at 7885 Highway 72 West, the Chick-fil-A location in Madison has reopened today in Clift Farm, also on Highway 72. The move is the result of outgrowing the old location.

Marketing Director for the local Chick-fil-A franchise, Katie Bentley, explained the previous building was meant to accommodate three million customers per year, but the Madison location nearly tripled that, serving eight million customers annually in recent years.

The Chick-fil-A team has worked hard to increase efficiency and improve guest experience in a number of ways in the new location. The most obvious change is in the drive-thru.

While the drive-thru at the original location accommodated 21 cars, the new one is a double lane and built to fit 48 vehicles, twice the previous capacity.

Bentley believes, “It opens up a lot of space for better processes.”

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Decatur Police: Huntsville man murdered during robbery

By STAFF REPORTS DECATUR – The victim of a homicide last week was shot in the chest during a robbery, according to an affidavit by Decatur police.

Mark Stephens Jr., 19, is charged with capital murder in the Southwest Decatur shooting death of Viet Truong, 44.

Stephens, listed in court documents as a resident of Mason, Tennessee, is being held in Morgan County Jail without bond. Truong was a resident of Huntsville, according to police.

An arrest warrant on the capital murder charge was issued Sunday, and police today said

Stephens was captured with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force. He surrendered to authorities at Executive House Apartments at 2807 Sandlin Road S.W. in Decatur — the scene of the shooting — on Tuesday at 6 p.m., police said.

In an affidavit filed with the Morgan County District Court, Detective Joshua Daniell said Truong was killed during a robbery. Under state law, a murder committed during a robbery is capital murder punishable by life in prison without parole or death.

“The victim was sitting in the driver seat of his vehicle at

the apartment complex when he was shot,” wrote Daniell. “… (Stephens) confronted the victim while the two were inside the vehicle. The suspect demanded property from the victim, but an altercation occurred.

“Through the altercation, the suspect shot the victim.”

Police responded to Executive House Apartments at 8:26 a.m. Sunday, according to police spokesperson Irene Cardenas-Martinez, and found Truong dead next to a vehicle in the parking lot of the apartments.

Morgan County Coroner Jeff Chunn said he pronounced the

victim dead at 9:11 a.m. Chunn said the body was transported to the state forensics office in Huntsville for an autopsy.

Police sought the public’s assistance during the search for Stephens but warned that he “may be armed and dangerous.”

According to Alabama Secretary of State records, Truong was an owner of Rejuvenation Nail Spa LLC at Bridge Street Town Centre in Huntsville. An associate there, Tong Lee, said Truong’s wife, also an owner, plans to continue the 10-employee business.

“He was a good guy,” Lee said.

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National Park Service adds Edmonton Heights to National Register of Historic Places

By STAFF REPORTS HUNTSVILLE - On June 21, the National Park Service officially designated Edmonton Heights as a historic district listed to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). Edmonton Heights is the ninth historic district in the City of Huntsville to be listed to the NRHP. “We are pleased to officially add Edmonton Heights to the list of Huntsville’s historic neighborhoods,” said Mayor Tommy Battle.

“It is rewarding to see the National

Park Service also recognize the significance of this important area in our community.”

Located to the northeast of downtown Huntsville and platted in 1958, Edmonton Heights is a residential neighborhood that was a planned suburb for African Americans and provided housing options for those who lost their homes as a result of Huntsville’s Urban Renewal program, the Heart of Huntsville. The development of this neighborhood illustrates the effects of post-war growth, Urban Renewal and racial

discrimination in federal and local housing policy on the African American community.

“The research gathered through the survey and National Register listing of Edmonton Heights has been a catalyst for identifying and documenting historic places that are significant to Huntsville’s African American community,” said City Preservation Planner Katie Stamps. “We will build on this foundation through the upcoming survey of Magnolia Terrace and other historic sites.”

Edmonton Heights is notable for its architecture, predominately intact post World War II era housing

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Glow Run 5K festivities in Cummings Research Park to help Downtown Rescue Mission

MADISON – Runners, walkers – even dancers – are welcome to join in the festivities for the Glow Run 5K, Downtown Rescue Mission’s major fundraiser.

The annual event at Cummings Research Park on Aug. 14 will run from 6 to 10 p.m.

“Grab your glow sticks and get ready for Downtown Rescue Mission’s biggest and brightest fundraiser for homeless in our community,” Marsha Seymour said. Seymour is the mission’s Director of Corporate Engagement.

Race fee is $30 for runners who are 16 years old or older.

Runners from 7 to 15 years old will pay $20. Six-year-olds and younger participate for free.

“All proceeds go to support the men, women and children at the Downtown Rescue Mission,” Seymour said.

Men and women in each age category will receive awards for best times overall.

“We don’t care if you run, walk, skip or dance through our neon and starlit course. This

race will be timed and certified with an awards ceremony after.

Come early and stay late for all sorts of family fun,” Seymour said.

“Each year, Downtown Rescue Mission offers a ‘Couch-to5K’ training program to our residents and their goal race is the Glow Run 5K,” Seymour said.

“This group has been working to increase their endurance each week and is looking forward to this event. We’re so proud of their progress.”

LED-Orange Productions will handle 3D projection mapping, lasers, lights and a deejay, along with music and light stands along the route. “We’ll have photo opportunities galore, including Sigh Photo Booth and professional photographers,” Seymour said.

The attractions will include custom art, Doctor Osborn’s Balloons of Doom, face painting and chalk art. Food trucks from Chick-fil-A, Beast Mode, Hippea Camper, Delicious, What’s Popp’N, Chillz on Wheelz, and Ice Works Shaved Ice will sell their treats.

“We’ll have points along the

race route for you to cheer on your family and friends,” Seymour said. Anyone can attend just for the party to enjoy the DJ, light show, food trucks and other activities.

All paid runners will get a drawstring goody bag with fun items from sponsors. Runners who register before July 1 will receive a 50/50 cotton-polyester blend race T-shirt. To buy additional shirts while supplies last, visit drmglowrun.org.

Runners can skip the line on race day and pick up their packets on Aug. 12 at Fleet Feet or on Aug. 13 at Downtown Rescue Mission during lunch time when pizza will be served.

Drivers must be parked before 7 p.m. because roads will close for the race. The multi-level parking deck at ADTRAN will be open.

“This is a large annual event, and it takes a lot of people to make it happen. If you would like to volunteer, email corey@ downtownrescuemission.org,” Seymour said.

For information about race route, packet pickup and more details, visit drmglowrun.org.

Downtown Rescue Mission’s major fundraiser, the Glow Run 5K, is set for Aug. 14 in Cummings Research Park.

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FREE ADMISSION - The Huntsville Museum of Art is offering free admission on July 4 fo Independence Day. Admission is free during normal operating hours, noon to 5 p.m. The museum is located at 300 Church Street, Huntsville. Call (256) 535-4350 for more information.

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Council for Leaders in Alabama award James Clemens, Liberty and Mill Creek campuses

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madison countyrecord.com MADISON – Three Madison campuses are enjoying awards for exceptional strategies and practices as CLAS Schools of Distinction.

CLAS abbreviates Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools, which was founded in 1969.

James Clemens High School, Liberty Middle School and Mill Creek Elementary School received the CLAS honor for 2020.

In additional recognition, James Clemens and Mill Creek are a 2020 CLAS Banner School for their grade level in District 8 of State School Board Districts in Alabama.

Since 1969, CLAS has focused on children, while providing high quality

professional development and other needs for schools and system administrators. As Alabama’s premier school leader organization, CLAS represents 4,000plus members.

Created in 2001, the CLAS Banner School program recognizes schools that showcase outstanding programs and service to students. Superintendents nominated each school for this award with 138 nominees statewide.

CLAS serves 11 affiliate organizations that represent each type of administrator in Alabama’s schools: principals of elementary, middle and secondary schools; district superintendents; curriculum development; special education; attendance and support services;

child nutrition; personnel; career/technical; English learners and 504 coordinators of state and federal disability discrimination laws. (clasleaders. org) The mission of CLAS is to coordinate and facilitate resources of all members for advancement of public education. Consistently, CLAS members choose quality professional development as the most important function of the umbrella organization.

CLAS membership is open to individuals who hold or are seeking positions in school administration. CLAS’ affiliate organizations provide jobalike conferences.

Dr. Vic Wilson, CLAS executive director, congratulated “these wonderful Alabama public

Dr. Brian Clayton, principal at James Clemens High School, speaks at the Banner Schools Awards Luncheon in Prattville. James Clemens, Liberty Middle School and Mill Creek Elementary School received the CLAS Schools of Distinction award. James Clemens and Mill Creek also were honored as a 2020 CLAS Banner School for their grade level in District 8 of State School Board Districts in Alabama. schools, which provide excellent examples of the significant learning opportunities taking place in public education in Alabama. Further, the stakeholders at every school

are to be commended for striving for excellence daily.”

CLAS sponsors include LEAN Frog, the program’s keystone partner, and foundation partners

American Fidelity Assurance, Classworks, Curriculum Associates, Edgenuity and Lathan Associates Architects P.C. For more information, visit clasleaders.org.

As ‘Teacher of the Year,’ Audra Loftin lets students know music is their own

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON – Currently, Audra Loftin serves as music teacher for grades K-5 at Columbia and Madison elementary schools.

Loftin is “Teacher of the Year” for Columbia this year.

However, Loftin also is familiar with students at Mill Creek, Heritage, Rainbow and West Madison elementary schools,

along with the pre-kindergarten center, where she has taught music over the past nine years.

“I began teaching in North Carolina in 1999.

This past year was my 22nd year in education,” Loftin said. “Previously, I taught in Candor and Archdale, N.C. before moving to Madison in 2012.”

As a music teacher, Loftin organizes, teaches, directs and is accompanist for Madison City Schools

Fifth-Grade Honor Chorus each year. She teaches and directs music presentations for PTA meetings.

“Teaching music is a blessing. All in all, my students love the subject,” Loftin said. “They’re excited entering the music room. They’re eager to discover what we will learn for the day and are overwhelmingly enthusiastic about getting their hands on fun classroom instruments.”

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once each week, Loftin makes their musical experience the week’s highlight. For about 40 high-energy minutes, her classes read musical notation, sing, dance, listen to musicians’ work and play instruments. She rarely sees behavior issues.

She wants students to feel safe in experimenting with music, performing for an audience, moving to music and “knowing that music belongs to them, because music belongs to all of humanity -- regardless of ability level.”

With COVID protocols, she taught music from a cart, traveling room to room. At first disappointed, Loftin adjusted with creative ways to tap rhythms on desk shields or using instrument baggies. “I’m proud of the way our school adapted and carried on high quality educational standards within the parameters and unknowns,” she said.

“Composer of the Week” was a major success for grades 4-5 this year. “Students submitted rhythm sets to me. The ‘winner’ of a weekly drawing had their work posted on the board. Rhythms were studied and performed by all classes. Everyone was excited to discover whose photo and rhythm would

Audra and Chris Loftin own Sweet Grown Alabama Farms in Tanner. Audra Loftin is “Teacher of the Year” at Columbia Elementary School. (posted),” Loftin said.

Majoring in music education, Loftin earned a bachelor’s degree at Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C. and a master’s degree at Boston University. Her hometown, Seagrove, N.C., is famous for wheel-thrown pottery.

Her husband is Chris Loftin, MSG U.S. Army Special Forces (retired).

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Fluent in French, she worked as a French linguist for Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, N.C. during 20072012. “It was an amazing experience to see such elite military training firsthand,” Audra said.

“When I leave school, I change into muck boots and farm clothes to work on our farm, or I play with my two Great Pyrenees dogs. For fun, I love to cook; baking sourdough bread (is) my hobby,” Audra said.

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Waggoner earns George Lindsey Cinematic Arts Scholarship

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncounty record.com MADISON – A well-known media personality from James Clemens High School, Grayson Waggoner knows how to reach an audience. Waggoner has earned the George Lindsey Cinematic Arts Scholarship from the University of North Alabama.

A recent Jets graduate, Waggoner applied for UNA leadership scholarships; his resume included film and theatre accomplishments. “I didn’t specifically apply for the George Lindsey scholarship but was delighted to find out that it had been offered to me,” Waggoner said.

The Lindsey scholarship can range up to $2,000 for 2021. Waggoner can reapply for the funds next year.

George Lindsey is best known for his role as Goober, Gomer Pyle’s cousin on “The Andy Griffin Show.” Lindsey gradu-

ated from Florence State Teachers College (now UNA) in 1952 and coached at Hazel Green High School.

Years later, he moved to New York City and enrolled in acting school. Lindsey’s big break was the play, “All American.”

UNA’s annual film conference, “George Lindsey Film Festival,” acknowledges him.

“I feel honored that one of my films was screened at the 2020 festival,” Waggoner said.

Waggoner believes his JetsPress work was the deciding factor for his scholarship. “Clay Combs, my film teacher, was a tremendous help in building my portfolio,” Waggoner said.

“His guidance inspired me to make films that were both creatively fulfilling and impressive . . . when it came time to submit them to UNA. I can only hope college includes many more teachers like Combs.”

Waggoner garnered notoriety for “Grayson in the Halls,” a James Clemens morning show segment. “From my freshman to

junior year, the show consisted of wacky, comedic man-on-thestreet interviews with fellow students about whatever topic was relevant,” Waggoner said. “My senior year, however, the series changed its format completely.

Due to COVID-19, our lunch program was reorganized, making it impossible for me to interview people ‘in the halls,’ as everyone was eating at different times and in separate classrooms.”

Revamping the show as more experimental, Waggoner built episodes from any random idea that popped into his head. He takes the most pride in that work.

Along with making short films with JetsPress, he is “a JCTheatre lifer, meaning I’ve taken theatre classes for all eight semesters of high school.”

Waggoner received numerous accolades at “The Johnnys,” the annual awards show for James Clemens’ film department. In 2021, he earned awards for best segment, along with editing and writing segments, short film,

Benita Tunstill, center, with Dr. Ed Nichols, left, Superintendent of Madison City Schools, and Liberty Principal Shannon Brown congratulate Tunstill.

Grayson Waggoner, at right, a recent graduate of James Clemens High School, has received the George Lindsey Cinematic Arts Scholarship from the University of North Alabama. Film teacher Clay Combs, at left, and Waggoner, holding his numerous trophies, are shown at the 2021 Johnny Awards, James Clemens’ version of the Oscars. screenplay, comedy, picture and McKinley Withers Game Changer Award. He also won “Best Supporting Performer” at 2020 Southeastern Theatre Conference.

Grayson’s parents are Todd and Meredith Waggoner. Todd is a pharmacist, and Meredith works as a speech pathologist.

Grayson’s twin sister, 18-year-

old Shelby, will attend the University of Montevallo this fall.

His brother, 19-year-old Rush, attends UNA. Grayson’s hobbies are filmand theatre-related. “I’ve been lucky in that I’ve been able to take so many classes about what I’m passionate about,” he said.

At UNA, Grayson will major in cinematic arts.

The Roberts family: Aneia, from left, Joseph, Marquida and Janiya. Joseph Roberts is “Teacher of the Year” at Liberty Middle School.

Tunstill gives first-person care as Joseph Roberts, Liberty’s ‘Teacher Liberty’s ‘Staff Member of the Year’ of the Year,’ instills hope in students

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON – Benita Tunstill “loves watching all my babies (students) grow into adulthood. I love to hear from my babies as they move out into the work world.” Tunstill is the 2021 “Staff Member of the Year” at Liberty Middle School.

Currently, Tunstill works with three former Liberty students, has one alumnus in South Carolina working as a chemical engineer, one attending medical school and one working in Huntsville Hospital Emergency Room. “I really have too many to mention, but it makes for a wonderful day when I hear from one of my former Liberty babies, and they are enjoying working in their chosen field,” she said.

Tunstill just finished her fourteenth year as School Nurse at Liberty. “Prior to coming to Liberty, I worked as a hospice nurse for 10 years in Limestone County,” Tunstill said.

In her day-to-day duties at Liberty, Tunstill is responsible for managing the nurse health clinic. She assists with monitoring eight diabetics, administers daily medication to students and deals with any emergency that arises.

“This year was very challenging for all school nurses as we managed the everchanging COVID19 procedures, did contact tracing, notified parents and reported COVID-19 cases and ensured that parents understood the quarantine rules,” Tunstill said.

Shannon Brown, who is Principal at Liberty, said, “Nurse Tunstill has done an exceptional job with all that she has had to deal with. Not only does she take care of our babies, but she helps out constantly wherever she can. It is people like Nurse Tunstill that make Liberty Middle School so wonderful.”

Benita’s husband, Daren Tunstill, works as an inspector at In’Tech Medical in Athens. “We live on a farm in Limestone County with our fur babies -- Millie, Tater, Josey and our cattle,” Benita said.

“We have one daughter, Avery, who teaches and lives in Mississippi with her husband Ethan. They have one child, Asher, who makes the world a brighter place for this ‘GoGo,’” Benita said.

Benita’s favorite pastime is any activity that includes spending time with members of her family. “My hobbies include reading … and living on the farm, as there is always something to do,” she said.

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com MADISON – Joseph Roberts believes that students can learn if they’re in a safe, encouraging environment They can begin to believe in themselves enough to overcome outside influences that home often presents. Roberts is “Teacher of the Year” at Liberty Middle School.

“I came from a situation where school was sometimes a refuge from home. Out of my gratitude, I seek to be that for everyone who needs it . . . a refuge,” Roberts said.

After college, Roberts taught at his alma mater, Oakwood Academy, for two years. He then accepted a high-school position at Bermuda Institute in Bermuda.

He returned to the United States to marry and work as program director for a nonprofit. “Eventually, I returned to my first love and taught grades 9-12 at Oakwood. I came to Madison City Schools in 2015.”

For six years, Roberts has taught math in grades 6-8 at Liberty and served as assistant basketball coach. For three years, he has taught in The Learning Academy/Alternative School.

“One of the successes I’m really proud

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of is when my students have had a pattern of self-harm, and I (can) get them to trust me enough to talk about why . . . usually within a few days of meeting them. And to see those talks lead to enough self-care that they (can) stop harming themselves is extremely rewarding,” Roberts said.

“For other students, it’s cards of appreciation from them or their parents thanking me for helping them through a tough series of panic attacks that was crippling their family’s life,” Roberts said.

“Very few things are as gratifying as convincing a child there is still hope at living a happy life,” he said.

Liberty Principal Shannon Brown said, “Mr. Roberts goes above and beyond each day making a difference with everyone he comes in contact with. His infectious personality is second to none.

We are so fortunate to have Mr. Roberts on our team.”

Roberts earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics at Oakwood University.

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MADISON POLICE KIDS CAMP - If you heard a loud boom last week around Discovery Middle School, and also a few sirens blaring, all is good. It was all part of Kids Camp, led by the Madison City Police Department. The explosion was a demonstration of a diversionary tactic used some times to distract. Kids Camp is an opportunity for School Resource Officers (SROs) and others in the department to forge trusting relationships with students and educate them on what they do. The week-long camps are run over the course of several weeks. More than 300 students are participating this year. Kids are divided into teams and play games with one another to learn teamwork, as well as get treated to demonstrations like the SWAT team diversionary tactic explosion and watching a K-9 pursue a pretend suspect. Here are some fun photos from last week’s camp activities.

A handcrafted light fixture featuring melted down coke bottles pays homage to founder Truett Cathy’s first job selling coke bottles.

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who are working outside safe throughout the year.

A speaker box is still in place for times of inclement weather.

The property is located in front of the Publix shopping center and is accessible through a side road. The original location’s entrance was directly off of Highway 72 and at peak times, created congestion on the road, but the new restaurant’s location on a side road will hopefully ease the flow of traffic on Highway 72.

The parking lot adjacent to the restaurant is bigger than the original and built to facilitate a better flow of traffic with the drive-thru. Designated parking spaces for mobile order pickup were built into the new parking lot as well.

Inside the restaurant, flow and efficiency was also a concern addressed by the layout of the counter and seating area.

The line for ordering is to the left of the entrance lobby and the dining area is to the right. There is a new, designated counter for catering pickups to decrease the wait time in line. The seating area inside is also larger than the old location, and a

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new outdoor patio adjacent to the restaurant provides even more seating.

The restaurant’s interior is adorned with special touches from peach basket lighting to a handcrafted light fixture featuring melted down coke bottles. Both pay tribute to Chick-fil-A’s Georgia roots and founder Truett Cathy’s first job selling coke bottles.

Another meaningful touch is the long, wood table near the front of the restaurant. It was handcrafted by artisans from A Better Way Ministries, an organization that supports struggling individuals. Both craftsman and table have incredible stories of recovery that are commemorated by a plaque on the table for guests to view.

Though there are a lot of new features in the restaurant, some things will look familiar to regular patrons. The new location will have a revamped play land for children, and will continue offering their delivery service within an 8-mile radius of the restaurant. Bentley says that some of the details in the décor will remain the same, such as, the

wood paneling in the entrance and the red tile in the restrooms.

Bentley said every Chick-fil-A should convey a feeling of familiarity, “When you walk into any Chick-fil-A you should associate it with “This looks familiar.”

She also said the Chick-fil-A team is incredibly grateful for the new space and wants people to feel cared for when they visit. They are planning to celebrate the grand opening today, June 30, with cow hats for kids and with the Bob Jones High School color guard to raise the flag for the first time. They will also be gifting free Chick-fil-A for a year to special members of the community in a series to be spotlighted on social media.

Bentley added the dining room and play land will be at 100% capacity for the opening day, and staff will be sanitizing and making guests feel safe throughout.

For more information, updates, and employment opportunities at Chick-fil-A Madison find them on social media @ cfamadisonal and online at www.cfarestaurant. com/madison.

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couldn’t be more proud of,” he said.

On Sundays, Joseph co-hosts a radio show on WEUP-103.1 FM. “A friend, Minister Fred, started a clean and Christian hip-hop radio program about five years

2021 TRASH PANDAS DAY CAMP - The Trash Pandas Day Camp was held last week at Toyota Field. The all-day camp featured arts and crafts, kickball on the field, reading time, batting cages with hitting instruction, movie time and more. Kids got to see and experience the brand-new facility at Toyota Field and have a Q&A session with some of the Trash Pandas player. Pictured above: Torii Hunter Jr., Dalton Pompey and David MacKinnon answer questions from kids at the camp.

ago. We’ve been airing help, hope and clean hiphop ever since,” he said.

A major hobby, his Instagram account has 14,000-plus followers.

His account encourages teachers. He also can continue to mentor former

students and exercise his motivational speaking.

“Speaking or training other teachers and inspiring students . . . I look forward to doing more,” Joseph said.

He also enjoys attempting to play any sport.

Travel is expected to increase 40% compared to last July 4, reaching the second-highest travel volume on record.

AAA: More than 47 million Americans to celebrate with an Independence Day getaway

By STAFF REPORTS BIRMINGHAM - More than 47.7 million Americans will take to the nation’s roadways and skies this Independence Day (July 1–5), as travel volumes are expected to nearly fully recover to pre-pandemic levels. In fact, this will be the second-highest Independence Day travel volume on record, trailing only 2019. Overall, just 2.5% fewer Americans are expected to travel this year compared to Independence Day in 2019.

This represents an increase of nearly 40% compared to last year, when total travel fell to 34.2 million.

While all modes of travel will see increased demand this Independence Day, road trips continue to dominate this summer. Despite the highest gas prices in seven years, more than 91% of holiday travel will be by car. An expected 43.6 million Americans will drive to their destinations, the highest on record for this holiday and 5% more

than the previous record set in 2019.

With 3.5 million people planning to fly, air travel volumes this Independence Day will reach 90% of pre-pandemic levels, and increase 164% compared to last year.

“Travel is in full swing this summer, as Americans eagerly pursue travel opportunities they’ve deferred for the last year-and-a-half,” said Clay Ingram, Public Relations Manager for AAA Alabama. “We saw strong demand for travel around Memorial Day and the kick-off of summer, and all indications now point to a busy Independence Day to follow.”

Another 620,000 Americans are expected to travel by other modes this Independence Day, an increase of over 72% compared to last year, but 83% lower than in 2019. This includes travel by bus and train, and also the return of cruising. Cruise lines have announced limited sailings resuming from U.S. ports beginning in late June.

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Signing Alcorn State University is about to receive what many consider one of the top track athletes in Alabama.

Sparkman High’s Johnny Holloway recently signed an athletic scholarship with the Braves after stellar high school track performances for the Class 7A Senators. Page 2B

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MADISON- The 2021 All-Star Week, which is held in conjunction with the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Summer Conference, will be held July 19-23 in Montgomery. The eight-sport event has grown into an inspirational extravaganza pitting the bestelite rising seniors from school teams representing the North half of Alabama versus those selected to represent the South portion of the state.

“Among a lot of the events I’ve been a part of this is top on my list, said Bob Jones softball pitcher Emmah Rolfe. “I get to play with girls I’ve known for some time and play against some others I’ve seen through travel leagues. I plan on winning. Go Team North!”

Besides the softball competition, which will be played on Wednesday, July 21, the sports include baseball (July 19), golf (July 19), basketball (July 20), tennis (July 20), cross country (July 21), soccer (July 21) and volleyball (July 22). Mixed in between the all-star competitions will be numerous coaching clinics, rules clinics, physical education classes and more all followed by the annual administration meeting, sportsmanship luncheon and awards banquet.

In addition, the popular All Sports Equipment Expo with all indoor classes and functions being held at the Renaissance Convention Center in Montgomery.

The week-long annual event will feature student-athletes selected from the four local Madison area schools. Those local athletes chosen include: Alexander Wade, Madison Academy (baseball), Emmah Rolfe, Bob Jones (softball), Avani Singireddy, James Clemens (tennis), Parker Jacques, Madison Academy (tennis), Grant Spivey, James Clemens (tennis), Tatum Leathers, James Clemens (soccer), Libby Privett, Madison Academy (basketball) and Calen Lightford, Sparkman (basketball).

For Parker Jacques, the AllStar Week is a chance to climb back on the podium and declare

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victory as the Madison Academy junior tennis player won the state individual and doubles championships in the 2021 AHSAA State Tennis Tournament.

The 5-11, 145 Jacques said, “The All-Star Week is super cool and I can’t wait to play and look forward to doing it (win) again as it’s being held in Montgomery where it feels familiar to me.

To be able to represent Madison Academy will be great.”

Jacques will play in the Clay Court Nationals in Rio Del Beach, Cal. just prior to making the trek to the State Capitol for the tennis competition. He’s also slated to play in the State Closed Championships in Pelham where he has a No. 2 USTA ranking in Alabama and the overall No. 3 junior in the state.

Fellow Mustang baseball player Alexander Wade has been chosen for the North team in the All-Star Week. The Auburn commit is an outfielder-pitcher for the Mustangs, but most likely be used primarily as a field player in the upcoming event.

“I’m excited to play with some of the best talent in our state,” said Wade who has won the Silver Slugger team award for the Mustangs the past two years.

He hit .396 with three homers a year ago and batted .425 with two dingers in the just com-

Parker Jacques of Madison Academy will take his individual and doubles state tennis championships he won this spring into the annual All-Star Week multi-sport competition in Montgomery. pleted 2021 season. He began playing baseball at age four in Marietta, Ga. and arrived in Madison in the third grade. Besides his daily workouts at his high school, Wade (6-2,185) also plays travel baseball with the East Coast Sox, based in Columbus, Miss.

For Rolfe, she’s coming off a tremendous season for Bob Jones where she was 24-5, four saves and with an incredible 0.98 ERA. She posted four shutouts and one no-hitter in her 136 innings pitched. She also recorded 218 strikeouts.

MADISON- Two of the best players to ever wear the colors of the Bob Jones baseball team have earned additional honors for their outstanding play as seniors for the squad in 2021. Slate Alford and Max Soliz, Jr. have been selected as Collegiate Baseball All-Americans.

Alford (6-foot-2, 215-pound) third baseman was selected for First Team while Soliz (6-5, 225)

was named to the Second Team as a catcher.

Alford signed with Mississippi State after a stellar season for the Patriots as he batted .464 with 17 doubles and 49 RBIs. He also set school records in his senior season with 14 homeruns, scored 62 runs and had 64 hits. He was a nominee for Alabama’s Mr. Baseball and regarded as one of the top prospects in the state within the class of 2021. He was named First Team AllSee ALL-AMERICAN Page 2B

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Rolfe has verbally committed to sign with Auburn. Her summer vacation has been mostly on the roads with her family playing in numerous national tournaments as a member of the Georgia Impact Premier Lewis softball team. Her travels have taken her to Florida, California, Oklahoma, Colorado and Georgia and once the All-Star Week contest is completed, she’ll be back out on the roads of America partaking in the Softball Nationals set for California.

“This is going to be fun,” added Rolfe.

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Madison Academy rising senior Alexander Wade has been se- Tatum Leathers of James Clemens High has been chosen to lected to play in the baseball game of the annual All-Star Week play in the annual All-Star Week competition in Montgomery. set for Montgomery. Wade plays outfield and pitcher.

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Sparkman track star Johnny Holloway, second from left, signed an athletic scholarship with Alcorn State in a recent ceremony held at Sparkman High with his family alongside.

Sparkman’s Johnny Holloway signs to run with Alcorn State University

By BOB LABBE bob0873@yahoo.com HARVEST - Alcorn State University is about to receive what many consider one of the top track athletes in Alabama. Sparkman High’s Johnny Holloway recently signed an athletic scholarship with the Braves after stellar high school track performances for the Class 7A Senators.

“They have an amazing head coach and track program as they have a lot of athletes who compete in the NCAA Nationals,” said Holloway. “I knew it was the school for me.”

Holloway finished his high school endeavors with personal best times of: 100- 10.72 seconds, 200- 21.82, 400- 70.03.

The 5-foot-7, 155-pound Holloway was once a basketball player at Sparkman before he chose to concentrate on track once he arrived

among the high school ranks. His background in track began as a nine-year old with the Huntsville Metro Club where he made the Jr. Olympics in his first season of running track. He finished among the top 12 in the country in both the 100-meter and 200-meter races. After four years away from track he returned to the sport that would take him to the next level of education.

Holloway will carry a 3.3 grade point average to the school located in Loman, Miss., which was founded in 1871. The Braves’ athletic program partakes in the SWAC Conference. He chose Alcorn State over offers from Xavier and Arkansas-Pine Bluff.

“They want me to run the 100 and 200 individual races along with relays in both the 4x100 and 4x200,” said Holloway. “I’m most comfortable in the 200 as I can keep up my speed for a long time and when I

come off the curve I have that explosive speed.”

The son of Johnny and Carla Holloway plans on earning his education in Agriculture Business and Communications. After finishing sixth in the AHSAA State Meet in the 200-meter to complete his high school action, Holloway is now busy training and attending some summer track meets. He indicated a year ago he really began to gain confidence about his college caliber talents by competing against college athletes and doing very well against the older athletes.

Holloway dealt with asthma throughout his childhood and uses an inhaler when needed, but has never used his condition as an excuse. His efforts have certainly paid dividends with his signing to help his way through obtaining a college education using his legs to perfection.

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DIZZY DEAN STATE TOURNAMENTS – The state Dizzy Dean Baseball tournaments wrapped up last week. The state tournament for age brackets 5, 7, 9 and 11 started on June 18 at Palmer Park. Ages 6, 8, 10 and 12 started June 25. Over 100 teams, bringing over 3,000 visitors, came to the city over the past two weekends. Teams competed to see who goes the Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven MS. The Madison 7-year-old Dizzy Dean team is pictured above after winning the state title at the tournament. We will more coverage of the Dizzy Dean tournaments in next week’s issue of The Madison Record.

All-American State and among the AHSAA Super Team. He’s had numerous looks by professional scouts who have indicated his a chance at professional baseball as an infielder are very high.

For Soliz, he recently attended a

for the Patriots batted .408 with 31 hits, six homers and 35 RBIs in 2021.

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Cheerleaders aren’t just a pretty face or, in some cases, a handsome face. They are an elite group of athletes. of cheerleading is a team concept and every year is like starting over.

“Most people don’t realize the stunting in our performances starts from square one every year and each athlete must learn from scratch each year and many times change position within the team,” added Stockman. Each must have versatility to be able to handle different roles and must master their skills. They must learn how to work together and with competition routines sometimes changing very quickly a time crunch in learning the routines is always a factor.”

James Clemens recently won two Alabama State Championships along with a Universal Cheerleading Association National Championship held in Orlando, Fla. The Sparkman Senators, who have one of only a few co-ed squads, also took home first-place hardware in two events at the AHSAA State Championships and two national titles with the UCA. Matter of fact, Aderholt led Sparkman to 29 total state championships and a dozen national titles in her tenure as head coach.

An in-depth look at cheerleading will be available in the July edition of the Madison Living Magazine available throughout Madison beginning the first week of the month.

Home runs lift Trash Pandas to 9-6 victory in Chattanooga

By AARON CHERIS Rocket City Trash Pandas CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee – Behind a powerful showing at the plate, the Rocket City Trash Pandas earned a split of their six-game set against the Chattanooga Lookouts with a 9-6 win in the series finale on Sunday afternoon at AT&T Field.

The power surge began early for the visiting Trash Pandas, with a pair of former Lookouts making their old team pay to start the afternoon. The second hitter of the game, Mitch Nay, opened the scoring with a towering solo home run over the tall center field wall. Three hitters later, Ibandel Isabel got a hold of one for a two-run blast, his eighth home run of the season for a 3-0 Trash Pandas advantage in their first turn at the plate.

Chattanooga responded by loading the bases with nobody out in the bottom of the frame. But Rocket City starter Cooper Criswell limited the damage to just one run to maintain the lead.

The Trash Pandas added on in the third as Izzy Wilson led off with a single and David MacKinnon followed with a two-run home run of his own to left-center for his second in as many games and fifth of the season to put the Trash Pandas up 5-1.

Chattanooga got two runs back in the fourth and one in the fifth to make it a one-run game. Again, Rocket City expanded the lead, this time on a tworun blast from Nay, his second of the game and team-leading 12th of the season to make it 7-4 Trash Pandas in the sixth.

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Robbie Tenerowicz hit a solo home run off Criswell to make it a tworun game in the bottom of the frame, ending the start for the Rocket City righty. Over 5.2 innings, Criswell (W, 5-3) gave up five runs, four earned, on seven hits with one walk and six strikeouts to earn the win, his third straight and team-leading fifth of the season.

Torii Hunter Jr. ensured the Lookouts would get no closer with an RBI single in the top of the seventh before Michael Cruz launched a solo home run of his own to right, his fifth of the season, to put the game out of reach in the top of the ninth.

In relief of Criswell, Oliver Ortega earned his first hold with a pair of strikeouts. Connor Higgins did the same by getting the final two outs in the bottom of the seventh. Nathan Bates then pitched a clean eighth.

Keith Rogalla finished the win for the Trash Pandas after giving up a run in the ninth.

At the plate, the Trash Pandas hit five home runs to tie a season-high previously set on May 7, also at AT&T Field. Eight of the nine Rocket City starters recorded at least one hit with six posting multi-hit games. MacKinnon, Nay, and Luis Aviles Jr. all went 3-for-5 in the win while Nay drove in three in his first multi-homer game of the season.

The Trash Pandas (25-22) continue their road trip with a six-game series against the Tennessee Smokies this week. First pitch at Smokies Stadium is set for 6 p.m. nightly. Josh Caray will be on the call for 103.9 FM THE UMP and 730 AM SportsRadio.

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MADISON - High school cheerleaders aren’t just a pretty face or, in some cases, a handsome face.

They carry school pride and encouragement each and every day to the athletes and the school student body. They are an extension of what the school stands for and in many ways the “face” of the school. What most people don’t see is the hard work and dedication that goes into becoming and remaining a cheerleader. It’s a world of toiling at many athletic endeavors all while maintaining an image that reverberates throughout the community.

“Each squad member has to go through weight training, tumbling classes, stunting classes and running to build endurance, strength and conditioning, along with the skills needed to be a school and competition cheerleader,” said Lisa Aderholt, longtime cheer head coach at Sparkman High and who recently retired from her position after 23 years with Senators and six prior years at Monrovia School.

Hannah Stockman, who is in a similar position for the last two seasons at James Clemens High, reiterated the idea it takes many talents to become a cheerleader. “The main thing is each cheerleader has

to have so many types of skills and be good as so many of them. They are required to do everything at an elite level, especially for competition cheer.”

“Cheer competition teaches life skills as each of these student-athletes are held accountable of what they do and makes them more responsible adults after they leave high school,” said Aderholt.

“We stress our girls are students first and must be good students who lead by example,” said Stockman. “We practice five days a week and require each of our cheerleaders to be active in community service as we believe that is a huge pillar to build a program. Each of these girls know going into cheerleading they will be held to a higher standard in both physical condition and academics.”

There are four basics guidelines that are insisted on each Sparkman faculty, staff and student, which carries over to the cheer squad: be on time, be prepared, be responsible, be respectful.

At James Clemens, the discipline guidelines also include no body art, hair must be at or near its natural color, no fake fingernails and must direct correctly with a clean, pressed look at all times. Stockman stressed her squads should look and act like a team as the end result

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By BECKY MILLER God’s Lemonade Stand We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5 Are you feeling like you are at the end of your rope and seemingly keep talking about it or going over your faults in your mind? Probably all of us have.

Now is the time to get your shovel and dig yourself out of the emotional hole you are at the bottom of.

You may be in a bad place in your life right now because of sin that you purposely ignored as you were shutting out the voice of the Holy Spirit. The Lord kept knocking on the door of your heart even though you never answered. Alas, you were at such a low point that you did go to the door and Jesus welcomed you and forgave you and now wants to have a new relationship with you.

Don’t keep allowing the enemy to think he is in charge because HE IS NOT! God has got you warts and all and is shaping you through the hardship you have been in and will use you in His kingdom in a miraculous way.

“Them Damn Dogs” celebrated the release of their album Unpoetic Flavor at The Camp recently.

Local band releases sophomore album onto growing regional music scene

PRAYER: My heart aches when I think of times I thought I knew the Lord but only knew about Him. Many struggle with that today and do not have any real fire in their belly for things of Christ. I can do all things Lord because you give me strength. Hallelujah. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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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. Becky can be contacted at writemiller2002@yahoo.com.

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MADISON - “Them Damn Dogs”, a local band in the Huntsville-Madison Area, released their second album titled Unpoetic Flavor on Friday, June 11. The release was celebrated with a performance at The Camp at MidCity Friday night.

The band started in 2013 at the University of Alabama in Huntsville and attracted a significant fanbase. Them Damn Dogs toured the southeast and released their first album in 2015 titled Let Loose.

Their style of music blends surf, new wave, and alternative, and the band cites The Strokes, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and The Cure as influences.

Now, the band is ecstatic to release their second album, Unpoetic Flavor. Singer and songwriter of Them Damn Dogs, Jerome Villareal, Jr. says “We were finding our sound” during the six years between albums.

After six years, it is only natural that the band’s sound has grown and evolved.

Villareal described the difference in theme of the new album, “Unpoetic Flavor deals with more mature issues, heartbreak, and fear. The songs were inspired by life happening unexpectedly.”

Each song tells its own story drawn from real life experiences and each song conveys its story in different styles. For example, lead single “Focus” is described as “a funky groove track about self-perseverance.” And Another lead single, “Cold Blooded Animals”, is “a surf pop allegory of humanity.”

“Starting Over” is a weird anthem

about starting over,” said Villareal of the final song on the album.

Them Damn Dogs credits the techniques of the studio they recorded in and the crew they worked with for achieving the sound they were pursuing in the final cut of the album.

Unpoetic Flavor was recorded in Decatur at the Clearwave Studios, the same studio used by other notable regional artists, like Alabama Shakes, Lillie Mae, and Jason Isbell.

According to the band’s press release, Clearwave Studios and audio engineer Jeremy Stephens contributed to Them Damn Dogs “capturing their best album yet.”

The band is part of a growing vibrant community of local artists and musicians. The band’s performance at The Camp was opened by another local group, Drop Diver, a self-described “garage/indie/altrock band.” More music venues

are popping up across Madison and Huntsville and festivals like the Madison Street Festival and events such as Concerts in the Park are giving local artists the spotlight and stage.

With Unpoetic Flavor, fans of local musicians now have new music to listen to at home as well. In the press release Them Damn Dogs states their intention for the new album, “They know listeners will take something away from the message of the new album and understand that we all share the same problems and fears in some form or another.”

Unpoetic Flavor can be found on all major music streaming platforms including Spotify and is available via Bandcamp, iTunes, and can be found on the band’s website, www.themdamndogs. com. Fans can also follow them on Instagram and Facebook @themdamndogs.

Unpoetic Flavor was released on June 11.

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MONTGOMERY – The Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program now allows more inclusivity after Gov. Kay Ivey recently signed House Bill 554.

The bill, sponsored by Rep. Kerry Rich, R-Guntersville, extends the Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program to include comprehensive transition and postsecondary programs (CTPs) for students with intellectual disabilities. Previously, the scholarship program was only permitted to pay for college-level classes.

The scholarship program, which is administered by the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA), will help cover the costs of the student’s tuition, required textbooks, and instructional fees for classes included in the CTP, regardless of whether it is a college-level class. Only programs at public four-year institutions in Alabama are authorized under the new law – community colleges, private schools, and out-of-state schools are not included.

A CTP is a postsecondary degree, certificate or non degree program sponsored by a college that is approved by the U.S. Department

Gov. Kay Ivey recently signed House Bill 554, extending the Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program to include comprehensive transition and postsecondary programs (CTPs) for students with intellectual disabilities. of Education and is designed to support students with intellectual disabilities as they continue to receive instruction in academic, career, and independent living to prepare for gainful employment.

The EAGLES program at Auburn University and PASSAGE USA at the University of South Alabama are examples of Alabama CTPs. This program expansion comes as the ADVA is receiving a substantial increase in applications

for the Alabama G.I. Dependent Scholarship Program. With many students planning to return to college campuses this fall, there was a 25% increase in applicants from March-May 2021 from the same period a year ago.

Nearly 7,500 students participated in the scholarship program in 2020. Traditionally, approximately 4% of in-state students at public colleges and universities in Alabama are in the program.

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Snapshot

The annual MADISON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS EXPO & KIDS DAY was held Saturday at Insanity Complex, 100 Skate Park Drive in Madison. MCC Interim Executive Director Merrill Wright said she was pleased with the turnout and response she received from participating businesses, especially after having to cancel last year’s expo due to COVID. The year’s theme was “baseball” in celebration of the Rocket City Trash Pandas inaugural season in Madison. The family fun-filled event featured over 60 local businesses showcasing their products and services. Kids enjoyed the free activities like inflatables, face painting, giant Jenga, Connect 4, baseball Cornhole, photo ops with Trash Panda mascot Sprocket and balloon art from Dr. Osborne. There were also tours of the HEMSI ambulance and Madison Fire truck. For information about the Madison Chamber of Commerce, go to www. madisonalchamber.com. Here are some fun photos of the event. For more, check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/themadisonrecord.

Gayle Milam, Director of Stadium Events for the Rocket City Trash Pandas, hands out stickers, schedules and information about the Minor League Baseball team, left. Pictured right, Carey Rosenblum watches as Brigid and Ambose O’Kane are handed some Cracker Jacks at the Rosenblum Realty booth.

There were a lot of smiles and laughs at the annual Madison Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and Kids Day event. Lauren Chamber with Pacifish Aquatic Rescue blows bubble for kids visiting her booth.

Dr. Osborne hands a balloon animal to Warren Olander, age 8, at the Expo. left. Brandy and Anabel Olander and pictured with Martha Banna at the Continental Roofing booth, right.

There were plenty of activities outside too. There were inflatable rides, a huge Jenga game, left, and rock climbing, right. Bailey and Brooke Bennett are pictured above sporting their unique balloon hat made by Dr. Osborn.

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MADISON HISTORY with John Rankin

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June 30, 2021

A look at 11 Allen Street - home of James Henry Bibb

By JOHN P. RANKIN Madison Historian MADISON - In 1984 the Bibb-Whatley house at 11 Allen Street in Madison was placed on the Alabama Historical Register and the National Historical Register by owners of the time, Phil and Ann Whatley. In 1998 the Whatleys opened the home to guests as a “bed and breakfast” establishment under the name “The Bibb House”, built in 1867.

It has the distinction of including four fireplaces. However, today the tax assessor’s website records show that the house was constructed in 1930, but such houses of that time did not generally have four fireplaces. Only the northern extension of the house was constructed in 1930. The property is located two blocks west of Sullivan Street, in Section 17, at the junction of Palmer Road with Allen Street, on the north side of the railroad route. It is about one block west of the boundaries of the old historical district of Madison, but it is actually one of the oldest homes within the city limits today. James Henry Bibb, the original owner, was related to the first two governors of Alabama through common descent from Benjamin Bibb of colonial Virginia in the 1600s. Much more history and connections of the Bibb and related families can be seen in the UAH Salmon Library’s Special Collections Archive of the Frances Cabiness Roberts Collection, Series 4, Subseries A, Box 23, Folder 6.

Madison’s James Henry Bibb died of measles at age 44 in 1870, leaving a widow and seven children. He is buried in the Dillard-Bibb Cemetery on the north side of Mill Road, west of Sullivan Street. James was born in March of 1826 in Huntsville, but before his untimely death he was highly significant in the early life of the town. James H. Bibb was among petitioners who in 1869 requested authorization from the state legislature to change the town name from “Madison Station” to just “Madison”. He was elected to the first town council that year. He was a “planter” and owned the 320 acres of land in the south half of Section 17 on the west side of today’s Sullivan Street. He was moreover a partner in a steam gristmill with Richard Wiggins and brothers James and William R. Johnston (Madison’s first mayor). James Bibb also purchased several other parcels of land around the town. For a time, he had a “storehouse” on Main Street adjacent to Sarah Clay’s property that later became known for a time as the Clay House Museum at 16 Main Street, used to display Robin Brewer’s extensive Noritake China collection.

Madison’s James H. Bibb was the last of ten children born to Methodist preacher James H. Bibb (1778-1826) of Huntsville and his wife Sally Alford.

Both parents were born in Amherst County, Virginia. They were married in 1802 and moved to Dickson County, Tennessee. The senior James H. Bibb was the third of ten children born to a more senior James Bibb (1747-1809) and his wife Sally Nowlin of Amherst County, Virginia. The Rev. James Henry Bibb, later in life residing in Huntsville, was admitted to the Methodist Conference in Nashville in 1810. He was an early Methodist minister of this area, preaching at Jordan’s Chapel and Methodist camp gatherings. Rev. James Bibb in 1823 (and possibly other years) was a Commissioner for the state of Alabama with David Gray and Charles Betts to rent to the highest bidder for one year the cleared land of the 16th section of Township 4 and Range 2 West where the town of Madison would later be founded. He also served as Madison County Tax Assessor & Collector from 1824 un-

til his death in 1826.

When her husband James died, Sally was left with seven minor children, according to descendant Kathleen Apperson Williams, as published in her article in “THE HERITAGE OF MADISON COUNTY, ALABAMA” (1998) on page 96. Sally lived for another 42 years as a widow, outliving all but four of her ten children. Sally was born on December 16, 1783, and lived until October 16, 1868, enduring the Civil War times. Sally and her husband are buried in Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville. The James Bibb of Madison’s history was born five weeks after his father’s 1826 death.

Madison’s James H. Bibb married Laura Dillard on February 13, 1855.

Laura was only 23 when she died in 1859 after just four years of marriage. She is buried in the Dillard-Bibb Cemetery, along with her husband and his second wife, Rebecca Robinson. The little cemetery contains markers for James, Laura, Laura’s father Joshua Dillard (1789-1859, born in Dinwiddie County, Virginia), and Laura’s mother Catharine (1794-1855, born in North Carolina).

Also, there are tombstones for James Edward and William T. Bibb, sons of James and Rebecca. Another marker is for James Bibb Spragins, son of James Robert and Sallie K. Spragins. Sallie Kate Spragins was a daughter of James Bibb by his first wife, Laura Dillard.

The cemetery is well preserved now as a park on the north side of Mill Road in the Governor’s Estates development.

Prior to the construction of the houses around it, the cemetery had become totally overgrown with high briers. That development was begun in the 1960s, and when tombstones with the Bibb name were found underneath the briers, it was assumed that the Bibb burials were for members of the family of Alabama’s first and second governors.

However, that was not precisely the case, except for the ties back to Virginia in the 1600s.

The 1870 Madison census shows a household headed by Rebecca (Robinson) Bibb, 2nd wife and widow of James Henry Bibb. Nearby were households headed by Sarah Clay, blacksmith Seymour Doolittle, and wagonmaker James Strong. Martha Robinson, age 56, was included in Rebecca’s household, as were Sarah (“Sallie”) K. Bibb at age 13 and Robert Spragins, age 23. Sarah Kate Bibb and Robert Spragins married and became the parents of James Bibb Spragins, who was born in 1872, when Sarah was only 15 and Robert was 25.

Robert Spragins was not only a son-inlaw of Rebecca Bibb, he was also the Administrator of the estate of her husband, James Henry Bibb. In the 1880 census, Spragins was listed as a merchant in Madison.

One of James Henry Bibb’s sisters, Elizabeth Alford Bibb, married first to Stephen, a son of Elijah Hussey, one of the first landowners in the Madison area. The Hussey land was 320 acres located immediately south of today’s Eastview Drive and east of Hughes Road. Elizabeth Bibb Hussey had one child, Edmund, by Stephen. When Stephen died, Elizabeth married William Parham of Limestone County, who was born in Virginia in 1792. They had two girls -- Mary Ann, who in 1857 married Thomas J. Cain (the father of Madison merchant James Henry Cain), and Elizabeth Cassandra, who in 1860 married Thomas F. Allen. It is quite possible that this Mr. Allen became the namesake the street where the Bibb House is located. That house and property is now owned by Robert and Ruth Key, according to tax records since 2020.

Phil and Anna Whatley had owned it and paid the taxes for many years through 2019.

11 Allen Street in 2001.

11 Allen Street in 1913.