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Students return to campuses starting next week

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Setting Record Kirkland to retire from city after 43 years of service, sets record.

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All Things Madison Behind the scenes at A New Leash on Life Thrift Store and Rescue Center. Page 5A

MADISON - Madison City Schools will phase in a return to in-person instruction starting next week.

Schools Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols introduced the school district’s re-entry plan last week to parents and the community. He outlined a staggered approach, beginning with bringing elementary students back to classes starting Tuesday, Sept. 9, the middle school students will begin the next week, followed by the high school students.

“I believe that after much discussion with school districts across the state, this staggered re-entry plan will help make us sure that all protocols and procedures can be established for a successful return to school,� Nichols said. “PPE materials will be delivered to all schools beginning with our elementary locations. Guidelines and protocols will be finalized at the school level and communicated with our parents.�

Nichols added the reduction in COVID-19 cases throughout Madison County has come to a level where eduSee SCHOOLS Page 2A

Madison City Schools Superintendent Dr. Ed Nichols announced the district’s re-entry plan during a press conference last week.

City Coin Presentation

Madison will soon see some new faces on the city council

EDUCATION

By JOHN FEW John.Few@madisoncountyrecord.com

The Music of the Stadium Patriot Band accepts ‘new normal’ to deliver marching performances.

Page 6A Rebecca Brown accepts the Madison City Coin from District 1 Council Member Maura Wroblewski during the Aug. 24 meeting of Madison City Council.

SPORTS

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madison countyrecord.com

Football is Here!

Opening season wins set the stage for The Madison Bowl this week.

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Volleyball A preview of the 2020 high school volleyball season for James Clemens and Bob Jones. Page 2B

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MADISON – A community organizer and volunteer is the latest recipient of the Madison City Coin.

Rebecca Brown accepted the coin from Maura Wroblewski, Council Member for District 1, at the Madison City Council meeting on Aug. 24.

Brown has served as chairperson for Madison ReadyFest since its inception. “ReadyFest is one of my favorite events of the year, as it is a gift and a blessing to the community,� Wroblewski said.

ReadyFest originated in 2018 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. “The first event was actually held during a tornado warn-

ing,� Wroblewski said. The event is free for residents to attend.

The event brings together vendors and community organizations, such as Huntsville Madison County Builders Association or HMCBA, Madison Hospital, Not One More Alabama and Rhode Construction Tornado Shelters. “Vendors offer a special price for those interested, as well as put on demonstrations such as SARTEC, the Search and Rescue program with dog handlers,� Wroblewski said.

In 2019, the event was held at West Madison Elementary School. “This year, ReadyFest was held at what organizers hope will be their permanent location, Discovery Middle School,� Wroblewski said. The theme of ReadyFest is “Life happens. You need a

plan.�

The coin’s presentation on Aug. 24 officially “passes the torch� from church to city in organizing the event, although volunteers will always be needed. “Rebecca has chaired ReadyFest with leadership, attention to detail and freely giving of her time, talents and treasure,� Wroblewski said.

The City Coin is the highest honor that the city can bestow. “It was an honor and privilege to recognize one of our Madison residents for her volunteerism for the community,� Wroblewski said.

ReadyFest is held on the Saturday during “Severe Weather Weekend.�

For more information about ReadyFest, email madisonreadyfest@gmail.com or visit madisonreadyfest.com.

Caudle wins reelection bid in Triana

By STAFF REPORTS TRIANA – Mary Caudle was re-elected as mayor of Triana in last week’s municipal elections on Aug. 25.

According to Triana election officials, Caudle defeated her only challenger, Calvin Rog-

ers, 488 to 79 votes.

The rest of the results were: Place 2: • George Ragland - 300 • Alexandria Zitting - 247 Place 3 • Marvelene Freeman - 151 • Erica Hopkins - 171 • Karen Jones - 85 • Tiffany Smith - 154

Place 4 • Jason Garstka - 322 • Beechel Grays - 244 Results were canvassed by the Triana Town Council on Sept. 1.

A runoff election will be held Oct. 6 between Erica Hopkins and Tiffany Smith to see who will represent Place 3.

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ReadyFest organizer awarded city coin for her civic service

MADISON – The results of the municipal election in Madison last week means there will be a mixture of new faces on the city council, mixed with some familiar ones.

Former school board president Ranae Bartlett and Karen Denzine will Madison Mayor Paul be two new addi- Finley was reelected tions to the council to his third term last week. starting Nov. 1.

The election also saw the upset of one incumbent and threw another race into a run-off, putting the city council president’s chances of reelection in doubt.

Here is a look at the results. For a breakdown of votes by polling location, go to www.themadisonrecord. com.

Madison Mayor Paul Finley was reelected to his third term last Tuesday, defeating challenger Marc Highsmith. Finley collected 59.2% of the vote (5314) over Highsmith’s 40.3% (3623).

Maura Wroblewski successfully won reelection to the District 1 city council position against challenger James Ross. This is the second time Wroblewski and Ross have run against each other. Wroblewski narrowly defeated Ross four years ago to win her first term in office.

This time, Wroblewski had 807 votes (64.5%) over Ross’ 428 (34.2%).

In District 2, Madison City Council president Steve Smith will head into See ELECTION Page 2A

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September 2, 2020

Gov. Ivey extends mask order, but prohibition ends on drink stations, buffets and salad bars

By STAFF REPORTS MONTGOMERY – A statewide emergency COVID-19 mask order that was set to expire Monday will extend until at least Oct. 2, Gov. Kay Ivey announced Thursday, but the extended order ends the prohibition on self-service drink stations, buffets and salad bars.

“Folks, I understand you don’t want to wear the mask. I don’t either,” Ivey said at a news conference.

“I wish we didn’t have to wear masks, but we have seen significant drops in our hospitalizations and daily positive COVID-19 numbers, and I have no doubt this is a result of our mask ordinance.”

Except for the expiration date and the loosening of self-serve restrictions, the order is identical to one she issued July 15.

Ivey and State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said they are concerned about how the Labor Day weekend will affect COVID-19 numbers that generally have been declining in recent weeks.

“Next weekend, with Labor Day, has the opportunity to cause a lot of spread if people aren’t careful,” Harris said. “So we really want people to pay attention and do the right thing.”

Harris also emphasized that all people 6 months old and above should get flu shots.

“It is really important, as we have flu and COVID-19 circulating in our communities, that we have as many people protected as possible,” Harris said.

While self-service will be allowed beginning Monday at 5 p.m. at drink stations, buffets and salad bars, establishments with these

Gov. Kay Ivey extended the Safer at Home order on Thursday. features must have a designated employee who ensures customers maintain a 6-foot distance from each other and offer hand sanitizer to to self-serve customers.

The order continues to require a face covering that covers the nostrils and mouth when people are within 6 feet of a person from another household in most situations.

The order issued Thursday also continues the requirement that retail stores and indoor entertainment venues have no more than a 50% occupancy rate, and that restaurants, bars and breweries have 6 feet between tables, with no more than eight people seated at a table. Employees at restaurants and bars who interact with customers also are required to wear masks.

It also continues the prohibition on visitors at hospitals and long-term care facilities “except for compassionate care situations such as maternity, end-of-life, and support for persons with disabilities, as well as any other situation where the presence of a caregiver would facilitate appropriate care.”

In a statement issued after the news conference, Dr. Don Williamson, president of the Alabama Hos-

pital Association, praised the extension of the mask order.

“Over the past week, hospitals have begun to see a decline in hospitalizations due to COVID-19, clearly a result of the increased use of masks and social distancing,” he said. “… The decrease in cases we’ve experienced is evidence that masks work to save lives and can help keep businesses and schools open.”

The Alabama Department of Public Health on Thursday reported 668 new COVID-19 cases, below the seven-day average of new cases per day of 759. The seven-day average of new statewide cases peaked at 1,851 on July 19.

The successful reduction in COVID-19 numbers under the mask order convinced Ivey she needed to continue it, she said.

“We’re making such good progress doing what we’ve been doing that we need to keep it up, especially because we’re coming into a holiday weekend.

The temptation to gather in crowds of more than 10 is upon us and we just need to be extra cautious,” Ivey said. “It would be a whole lot harder to have to extend stronger orders than it will to continue what we’ve been doing, which is showing success.”

HOPE. HEALING.

Schools cators feel they can safely reopen the schools.

Madison City Schools had been on a path to reopen the city’s campuses to begin the school year, offering a virtual option for those who did not feel safe returning to class.

However, the school district joined Huntsville and Madison County Schools in starting the school year virtually. The first day of school was on Aug. 12.

“After talking with many other districts, I am confidence that we can return our students and maintain a setting that has a low risk level. I will continue to provide more information in the days ahead,” Nichols said.

The students who initially signed up for virtual school will still continue

on the path. The reentry schedule for the students who indicated they wanted to return to in-person classes is as follows: Elementary schools (Pre-K thru 5th grade) will start Tuesday, Sept. 8 on an A-B rotating schedule, divided by last name. The “A” group will attend Tuesday/Thursday and “B” group on Wednesday/Friday). Elementary will then go to a full 5-days-a-week schedule beginning Sept. 14 and so on.

Middle schools (grades 6-8) will begin a two-week, A-B rotating schedule on Sept. 14, with Wednesdays being an all-virtual day where no students will be in school. The “A” group will meet Mondays/Thursdays and “B” group on Tuesdays/Fridays.

The

all-virtual Wednesdays will also allow time for a deep cleaning of the schools.

Middle Schools will go to the 5-days-a-week schedule starting Sept. 28.

High schools (9-12) will start an A-B rotation the week of Sept. 21 and continue the week of Sept. 28, with Wednesday’s remaining an all-virtual day. Meeting days will be the same as middle schools: “A” group on Mondays/Thursdays and “B” on Tuesdays/Fridays.

Following the fall break holiday of Oct. 5-9, Madison City Schools plans to have all school-based learners on the normal full week schedule. That depends, of course, on the COVID-19 status and ADPH/CDC guidance and protocols, Nichols said.

Goodwin, 489 (54%) to 402 (44.4%) votes.

In District 4, Gregg Shaw narrowly won reelection Tuesday for a second term on the city council.

He defeated challenger Jocelyn Broer. Shaw had 655 votes (51.4%) over Broer’s 607 (47.6%).

Madison City Schools Board of Education member and former school board president Ranae Bartlett easily won the District 5 city council seat. She was running for the position left vacant

by long-term councilman Tommy Overcash, who decided not to run for reelection.

Bartlett defeated Eric Clark for the post. Bartlett collected 797 votes (64.1%) to Clark’s 416 (33.5%).

In District 6, incumbent Gerald Clark was defeated by challenger Karen Denzine. Denzine claimed 626 votes (53.6%) to Clark’s 513 (43.9%).

John Seifert did not have an opponent in District 7 and will serve a another term.

Election a runoff with challenger Connie Spears. Spears, who is a former Madison City Schools Board of Education member, led a three-way race with Joe Gaines placing third. The runoff will be held Oct. 6.

There were 720 votes cast for Spears, who captured 38.1% of the total vote. Smith followed with 32.6% (615 votes). Gaines had 539 votes for 28.5% of the vote.

Teddy Powell was reelected to a second term in District 3. He defeated his challenger Brian

Madison Police Arrest Report Aug. 21 Roy Lee Pickens, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: DV 2ND-BURGLARY-3RD, VIOLATION OF PROBATION Christine Victoria Smith, Madison, AL was arrested at 8230 Madison Blvd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (ALCOHOL) Shelby Darrell Barber, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: BAIL-JUMPING SECOND DEGREE Charolette Riley Hafford, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: BAIL-JUMPING SECOND DEGREE Aug. 22 Lajuhn Keith Smart, Hunstville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av, Hunstville, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION Joel Ron Davis, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: FAILURE TO APPEAR TRAFFIC Gregory Eric Rice, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: HOME REPAIR FRAUD Joseph Conerly Groom, Madison, AL was arrested at Shelton Rd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION James Israel Beck, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: FAILURE TO APPEAR TRAFFIC Brian Ronald Rucker, Mad-

ison, AL was arrested at 135 Royal Dr, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: DV 2ND-BURGLARY-2ND, DV 3RD-MENACING-GUN, DV 3RD-SIMPLE ASSAULT-FAMILY, FIREARMS LICENSE REQUIRED Dustin Shane Sadler, Madison, AL was arrested at 100 Hughes Rd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: THEFT OF LOST PROPERTY-4TH Johntis Reid Townsend, Madison, AL was arrested at 104 Railroad Ridge Rd, Madison, AL on the charge(s) of: MARIJUANA-POSSESSION 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA Aug. 23 Kenneth Morgan Brown, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: FAILURE TO APPEAR TRAFFIC Jesse Gene Johnson, Madison, AL was arrested at 8650 Madison Blvd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: THEFT SHOPLIFTING-3RD DEGREE Aug. 24 Burkley William Poole, Hunstville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av, Hunstville, AL on the charge(s) of: FAILURE TO APPEAR TRAFFIC Justin Ryan Badger, Madison, AL was arrested at 8002 Highway 72 W, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION Andrew Strasser, Madison, AL was arrested at 100 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL on the charge(s) of: BAIL-JUMPING SECOND DEGREE Brittney Daniel Burton, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION

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William Carl Peltier, Madison, AL was arrested at Larry Dr / Old Madison Pike, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: FAILURE TO APPEAR TRAFFIC Aug. 25 Alicia Ann Black, Madison, AL was arrested at 8781 Madison Blvd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION Nicholas Antwan Wynn, Madison, AL was arrested at Gillespie Rd And Wall Triana Hwy, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BY STRANGULATION-INJURY, DV 3RD-HARASSMENT-FAMILY Marchas Berneres Williams, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION Tommy Lee Ralston, , AL was arrested at 105 Westchester Rd, , Al on the charge(s) of: THEFT SHOPLIFTING-4TH DEGREE, CRIMINAL TRESPASS 3RD Christina Marie Morgan, Madison, AL was arrested at 105 Westchester Rd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION Susan Kay Gilbert, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 8897 Highway 72 W, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF PROBATION Anton Daniel Gibbs, Madison, AL was arrested at 102 Arlington Dr, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: DV 3RD-HARASSMENT-FAMILY Monica Josephine Martell, Madison, AL was arrested at 102 Arlington Dr, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: DV 3RD-HARASSMENT-FAMILY Aug. 26 Dalton Timothy Johnson, Madison, AL was arrested at 194 Shelton Rd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS Aug. 27 Christopher Ray Feuerstine, Madison, AL was arrested at 8950 Madison Blvd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, VIOLATION OF LOITERING IN CERTAIN AREAS Christopher Ray Feuerstine, Madison, AL was arrested at 8950 Madison Blvd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: VIOLATION OF LOITERING IN CERTAIN AREAS Jonathan Michael Hartley, Huntsville, AL was arrested at 815 Wheeler Av Nw, Huntsville, Al on the charge(s) of: THEFT MISC.- 4TH DEGREE, POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA Paul Cortez Clark, Madison, AL was arrested at 100 Hughes Rd, Madison, Al on the charge(s) of: FAILURE TO APPEAR TRAFFIC

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THE RECORD • 3A

Kirkland to retire from city after 43 years of service, sets record

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com Master Gardeners of North Alabama will present its Fall Plant Sale on Sept. 12 at Madison County Extension Office.

Master Gardeners ready for annual plant sale on Sept.12

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com

Elise Kirkland will retire on Sept. 30 with 43 years of service to the city of Madison, setting the record for city employees.

“Elise is family oriented, a natural nurturer and compassionate -- great qualities when the majority of your staff are parents of small children and/or caregivers for their aging parents.”

Ayers described Kirkland as fun loving, holding a great sense of humor and always ready to share a flavorful meal with co-workers. “Elise is detailed oriented, knowledgeable of policy/procedures and makes sure those around her are educated.

Elise has been a staple in the department and will be missed tremendously.”

During 43 years on the job, Kirkland believes “the two major changes that I’ve seen in Madison are the growth of the city, along with traffic and construction.”

Looking to retirement, Kirk-

land’s plans “are to spend more time with my grandchildren and family and learn to quilt to finish some of my other’s quilts,” Kirkland said.

“My mother wasn’t able to finish before going blind.” In addition, cross-stitching is another hobby.

“My husband and I have some projects around the house that we are looking forward to finally having some time to do,” Kirkland said.

Elise and her husband Marc Kirkland have been married for 37 years.

The Kirkland family includes sons James and Brian; daughter-in-law Kayla; grandson Chase; and granddaughter Caroline.

Kory Alfred, Director of Parks & Recreation, invites the community to Elise’s retirement reception -Sept. 30, 1 to 3 p.m. -- on her last day at Dublin Park.

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MADISON COUNTY – Shoppers can browse among ground covers, trees, shrubs, flowers and house plants at the Master Gardeners of North Alabama Fall Plant Sale.

The annual sale is scheduled for Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Madison County Extension Office, 819 Cook Ave. in Huntsville.

“Come find proven plants grown by master gardeners for the area. Hard-to-find varieties will be available at affordable prices. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer your questions,” spokesperson Nareatha Studdard said.

In addition, visitors can request free testing of soil pH from their lawns. The organizers have expanded a garden-themed rummage sale to include even more items than in past sales.

“Come on out to our fundraiser,” Studdard said.

“All proceeds go to assist the Alabama Cooperative Extension System with projects in Madison County and MGNA service projects in the community.”

Master Gardeners are keeping safety as a priority. Guests will observe six-feet distancing. Visitors should wear a mask while shopping for plants.

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MADISON – When Elise Kirkland started to work for the City of Madison, Richard Nixon was U.S. President, “All in the Family” was the top TV show, and minimum wage was $1.60.

Kirkland will retire on Sept. 30 with 43 years of service to the city … setting the record for city employees.

“Elise has been connected with the City of Madison most of her life.

She graduated from Bob Jones High School,” co-worker Levoneia Ayers said.

While in high school, Kirkland first worked for Madison Recreation Department as a temporary “playground worker” in 1973 - 1975. After graduation, she worked as clerk typist at City Hall.

In 1978, Kirkland returned and was hired as clerk stenographer for the City Clerk’s office. In 1980, she became the department’s Secretary/ Director’s Aide. In 1984, Elise accepted the job as Administrative Assistant to Director of Parks and Recreation Department.

In 1997, Elise was promoted to Office Manager, a title that changed to ‘Recreation Administrative Supervisor.’

“Elise was my hiring supervisor when I began working for the city 20 years ago. I worked under her supervision for four years,” Ayers said.

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September 2, 2020

PATRIOT CROSS COUNTY - The Bob Jones varsity boys and JV girls cross country teams both opened their season with a win this weekend at the Brooks Invitational in Florence over the weekend. The Patriot varsity girls placed 4th and JV boys 5th in their races. Varsity individual runners who places are: 3rd – Hannah Thuss, 15th – Lorin Carter, 3rd – James Garrison, 5th – Ryan Bender, 6th – Isaac Allen, 8th – Mateo Santiago, 12th – Wade Bucy, and 18th – Collin Spindle. JV individual runners who placed are: 3rd – Corrine Wilhelm, 4th – Rachel Pennell, 6th – Sarah Pennell, 13th – Peyton Free, 16th – Madeline McInvale, 9th – Owen Crow, and 20th – Nick Lozano.

Several Madison teachers qualify for NBCT credentials

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madison countyrecord.com

The first home game at Madison City Stadium of the 2020 season was hosted by the Bob Jones Patriots last week. The game was moved up to Thursday because of weather. Besides being the first game of the Kelvis White era at Bob Jones, it ushered in a sense of normalcy after a turbulent few months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Patriots also used the occasion to recognize the school’s senior class. Here are some scenes from the game. For related story, see page B1.

A special ceremony was held recognizing the senior class of 2021.

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MADISON – Several teachers in Madison City Schools have joined fellow colleagues to claim the distinction of National Board Certified Teacher or NBCT. During Institute Day in late July, MCS Assistant Superintendent Eric Terrell reported on the latest Madison educators to reach NBCT status.

“A teacher can work to earn National Board Certification as a voluntary assessment program. The intense study helps develop, retain and recognize accomplished teachers and instill constant models of improvement on campuses across the country,” John Peck, MCS Public Relations Manager, said.

Terrell recognized the following 13 teachers who have claimed the level of NBCT: * Kelsey Cooper -- Discovery Middle School, mathematics.

Earned bachelor’s degree at Athens State University. Pursuing master’s degree at University of West Alabama. * Tammy Fiscus -- Liberty Middle School, seventh-grade math and “Math Meets Art.” Previously taught math, science, social studies, reading and writing at Rainbow Elementary School. * Heather Kell -- Heritage Elementary School, fifth-grade math. Earned a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies (K-6) at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. * Megan Kerstiens -Bob Jones High School, math. Received bachelor’s degree in secondary education/mathematics at University of Alabama and master’s degree in English as a Second Language at University of Alabama at Birmingham. * Adrienne King -- Discovery, math. Received

bachelor’s degree in mathematics at Oakwood University and master’s degree in secondary mathematics education from Alabama A&M University. * Kara Lawrence – Heritage Elementary School, math. Completed bachelor’s degree in elementary education at UAH. * Beth Massey -- Madison Elementary School, English Learners program. Holds bachelor’s degree from Athens State and master’s degree in education/curriculum and instruction/teaching English speakers from UAH. * Nichole Murray – Bob Jones, English. Holds bachelor and master’s degrees in English language arts from University of North Alabama. * Julia Nagle -- Columbia Elementary School.

Supports and assists all different types of learners in elementary studies. * Niyiere Joseph -- Rainbow Elementary School, fifth-grade advanced math. Received bachelor’s degree in elementary education/grades K-6 and master’s degree in special education and collaborative teaching. * Sharon Rowland – Bob Jones, English Learner program. Bachelor’s degree in Spanish from The University of the South in Sewanee, Tenn., master’s degree in foreign language education from University of Georgia, and education specialist from UAB. * Katie Weir -- James Clemens High School, forensics, biomedical science. Completed bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Mississippi State University. Earned master’s degree in biological sciences from University of West Alabama. * Micky Worley -- Bob Jones, English. Earned bachelor’s degree in education/special education from Athens State and master’s degree as reading specialist from University of Alabama in Huntsville.

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By ERICA DeSPAIN www.allthings madison.com MADISON - Here’s a friendly challenge for you: Take a ride over to Madison Thrift Store and Boutique on Slaughter Road, ask to meet the Erica DeSpain store’s new “mascot” Cocoa, and try not to smile from ear to ear.

A New Leash on Life (ANLOL) started in 2004 and expanded to Madison in 2019.

This organization has two key elements that go hand-in-hand: the life-saving element and the thrift store element, the latter which funnels all of its proceeds back into the life-saving side.

Denise Phillips, the Madison location general manager, shared that they’d known for a while that “this area had a huge animal rescue need.”

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Phillips explained that the Slaughter Road location (one of three north Alabama locations) is primarily home to the thrift store component, though they are working hard to build a facility that can temporarily house rescued animals that are waiting to be fostered and adopted.

“People can feel good about donating their items here,” shared Phillips. “This store provides us a way to constantly provide medical care to these animals.”

ANLOL’s thrift store – called Madison Thrift Store and Boutique – primarily operates thanks to volunteers, which allow the proceeds to save as many animals as possible.

“Volunteers are so, so needed here. We try to tailor our volunteer opportunities to each person. If you like to organize or decorate, we have a need for you. We have electronic volunteer work that we need, as well as a need for someone to run our cashier and organize the items throughout the store during the day.”

Phillips says that she tries to find each volunteer’s area of interest and pair him or her with a fulfilling area of service.

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A New Leash on Life’s Rescue Efforts Phillips shared that “we are pulling from any and all high-kill centers in north and central Alabama. We try to hit the places where animals have the highest chance of not coming out alive.”

For example, she stated that 60-70% of animals in DeKalb County will be euthanized if they end up at a shelter. Morgan County is another area that they work really hard to rescue.

In addition to rescuing animals from high-kill shelters, ANLOL also works diligently to help various centers to help themselves.

“One way we try to help the centers is by working with them on their social media presence and getting the word out about animals that are in their facilities.

So many people don’t realize that you can go to these high-kill centers to foster as well as adopt.”

ANLOL tries not to discriminate against any conditions the animal may have, which often leads them to rescue animals that are sick, young, old, or pregnant.

“We will work hard to rehab them and adopt them out.”

About Cocoa Cocoa was abandoned at their facility recently with a shattered elbow. Long story short, she was taken to see two specialists who eventually concluded that it was best to amputate her leg due to the extent of the crushing.

“This wasn’t a fresh injury,” shared Phillips.

Thrift store manager Mandy Hyatt decided to foster Cocoa so that she could be apart of the ANLOL program, and Cocoa took a liking to Mandy and her daughter Grace immediately. They’ve now decided to make Cocoa a permanent member of their family.

Mandy and Grace enjoy bringing Cocoa to the store each day and say that she’s become somewhat of a store mascot.

“Customers love coming here to see Cocoa,” shared Hyatt. “Most shelters don’t have the funding to put in extensive treatment as we’ve done for Cocoa.”

She continued to say that it’s because of volunteers and funding from the thrift store that make so much of what they do possible.

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The Music of Patriot Band accepts ‘new normal’ to deliver marching performances

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Bob Jones students have agreed decidedly to wear masks and maintain social distance. “They’re all just glad to be back together and are determined to do whatever it takes to stay safe,� Thomas said.

Students can only play wind instruments outside.

On rainy days, students break into smaller groups around the school to allow for indoor safety. Bandsmen are working on posture and horn carriage, while anticipating a student-designed marching show and music theory lessons.

For the football show, students already used “four-step spacing� in past shows (one student on a

MADISON – Ever tried playing a musical instrument while wearing a mask? Even this requirement has not squelched excitement to make music for Bob Jones High School Patriot Band. “An amazing system of parent volunteers� has helped with virus precautions. “They screen each child (take temperatures and ask questions about symptoms) every day -- sometimes twice (when) we have both class and after-school rehearsal,� Band Director Leigh Thomas said. Kevin Smart is assistant band

Saxophonists in Bob Jones High School Band rehearse the 2020 marching show, “Rainy Days.� yard line, one between each yard line), so distancing is easy. Currently, they’re playing in place to memorize show music but eventually will implement some marching. Brass and woodwinds slip the mask below the chin when playing and then return masks on the face. “Students have been great at following our new protocol,�

Thomas said.

The football show’s theme, “Rainy Days,� relates to weather. Wellknown tunes include “Thunderstruck,�

AC/ DC; “It’s Raining Men,�

The Weather Girls; and “Rocked You Like a Hurricane,� Scorpions.

In addition, the competition show examines time and “making the most out of every moment ‌ perfect for the times,â€?

Thomas said. Selections include “Time,� Pink Floyd; “Back to the Future� theme, composer Alan Silvestri; “Time After Time,� Cyndi Lauper; and “I’ve Had the Time of My Life,� Bill Medley and Jennifer Warner.

Currently, Bob Jones band will perform in the stands and on the field for four home games and three away games. “The students are working

very hard to make this happen,� Thomas said.

No marching competitions are scheduled now. However, the band will learn that challenging music/marching to further develop musical skills and wait for a competition in digital format or other option, hopefully.

Drum majors for 20202021 are Ashley Rehage, senior French Horn player; Claudia Vargas-Ramirez, senior flautist; and Alondra Vargas-Ramirez, junior alto saxophonist. Claudia and Alondra are sisters. The all-female team is the second one for Bob Jones.

Section leaders take responsibility for their instrumentalists: • Bob Jones Band Captain -- Emma Tolbert. • Flute -- Claire Garrett, Eva Smith.

• Clarinet -- Ruby Ingram, Gwen Newell. • Alto saxophone -- Anna Samudio, Salina Turner. • Tenor/baritone saxophone -- Jacob Johnston. • Trumpet -- Boyd Emmons, Nick Owen, Bennett Rigby. • Mellophone -- Paige Hughes. • Trombone- Josh Cagle, Ethan Zecher. • Baritone -- Thomas Garza. • Tuba -- Larson Stauch. • Percussion -- Alex Cockrell, Dani Oliver, Austin Revera, Daniel Wright, Philip Hotz. • Color Guard -- Lenora Lee, Faith Martin, Jordan Moro. • Dance Team -- Hannah Cleveland, Nyah DeDeaux, Julianna Taylor.

Scenes from Thursday’s Bob Jones opener against Buckhorn at Madison City Stadium.

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Jets Band resumes marching, music to different drummer

By GREGG PARKER Gregg.Parker@madisoncountyrecord.com “… Perhaps he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.” -Henry David Thoreau.

Thoreau’s thoughts apply, at least symbolically, to the protocol that James Clemens High School Band has accepted to perform again with constraints of the COVID-19 lifestyle.

As soon as Alabama mandates allowed, approximately 170 Jets Band students returned to their practice field on Aug. 5.

After receiving music and instructions for the 2020 show, the band was rehearsing twice weekly by Aug. 18.

“Our students are dedicated, and marching band is an important part of their education and their student experience,” Band Director Keith Anderson said. “We have been able to implement safety stan-

dards in alignment with the district’s guidelines and, with the blessing of our school administrators and the district, that allowed us to return to play, so to speak.”

For the first several days of practice, only one section met at a time – not the full band. Directors and boosters issued mandatory safety precautions.

Daily, all members had a temperature check. For outdoor practices, members continuously followed social distancing.

Students could opt to enroll for in-person band classes or pursue virtual musical education, which Anderson called “absolutely the right call.”

Band boosters have accepted their traditional tasks for transportation of students, instruments and props; serving meals to students and staff; manning concession stands; coordinating uniforms; and running fundraisers.

“We have a great network of parents who con-

tinued to volunteer their time and expertise to the organization, no matter what the situation,” Jets Band Boosters President Dave Stewart said.

Assistant Band Director Brian Sims said numerous questions are unanswered, while school leaders make decisions.

“I wish I had the answers, but these are uncertain times,” Sims said. “Our students are rolling with it, they’re just glad to be out there, and it’s the first thing in many months at school that feels ‘normal’ to them.”

Drum Majors, who conduct the band for stands and field, have preeminent leadership roles in the organization and work closely with directors. James Clemens 2020 Drum Majors are Lauren Assaf, a senior who plays flute, and Conrad Burns, a junior who plays bass clarinet/mellophone.

Section leaders relay instructions to other members, usually who play the same instrument:

• Flutes -- Caroline Perkinson, Subrata Satyal.

• Clarinets -- Katelynn Tucker, Lauren Campbell.

• Alto saxophones -- Caitlin Eckstein.

• Tenor saxophones -- Jackson Lanier.

• Trumpets -- Rian Marcus, Maddie Henslee.

• Mellophones -- Allyson Thammavongsa.

• Trombones -- Anthony Cruz, Ian Zalamea.

• Baritones -- Kourtland Harmon.

• Sousaphones -- Logan McCaghren.

• Drumline battery -- Jason Pollard, Julian Murrah, Eli Stewart.

• Front Ensemble -- Justice Bright.

• Color Guard Captains -Alivia Borowicz, Alaina Burnham, Isabella Campbell, Emma Drake, Bridgette Shereyk, Shelby Waggoner.

• Dance Team Captains -- Alyson Park, Annika West.

Brass players in James Clemens High School Band stand at attention and await the next command from drum majors.

Scenes from the James Clemens High School Marching Band practices.

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MADISON — Bob Jones and James Clemens opened their season last week with wins, setting up The Madison Bowl between the two cross-city rivals on Friday.

Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, this year’s Madison Bowl will not be held at the city stadium as in years past. It will be held in the Louis Crews Stadium at Alabama A& M University. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

The first test for each program started last Thursday when Bob Jones hosted Buckhorn at Madison City Stadium. The teams were the first to officialy play on the stadium’s new artificial turf.

The Patriots opened the Kelvis White era as head coach with a strong 20-0 win over Buckhorn.

It was resounding statement from the opening kickoff. KJ Fields took off with an 89-yard

kick return into the end zone to open the game.

Bob Jones later scored on a 1-yard keeper by senior quarterback Slate Alford. Joseph Wheat kicked two field goals, 26 yards and 24 yards.

“I thought the kids played hard,” Bob Jones coach Kelvis White said. “We’ve just got to continue to get better and get ready for a big rivalry week next week with James Clemens.”

James Clemens would make their own statement on a road trip to Athens.

In a special Saturday season opener for both teams, James Clemens came away with a comfortable win, 22-0.

The Jets strung together two touchdowns, passes of 21 and 45 yards, to take a 15-0 lead.

James Clemens added another score in the fourth quarter and went on to win 22-0.

Jets quarterback Gio Lopez had a big game. passing for a

pair of touchdowns and rushed for another. Lopez connected with Emanuel Sanders for a 48yard touchdown, and hit Tyrik Walker for a 37-yard touchdown pass.

“To get out here tonight and play in a fantastic atmosphere here at Athens was huge for these young men,” Jets Coach Wade Waldrop said after the game.

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MADISON - Just like all school fall sports programs in the State of Alabama, volleyball has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, but the season will go on with numerous modifications to assist in teams to help decrease potential exposure to COVID-19. Both Bob Jones and James Clemens have made the modifications and are off and running with the 2020 season.

Bob Jones and second-year head coach, Cassie Mullinax hopes to continue the tradition of success as the Patriots finished the season at the State Tournament last year losing in the semi-finals to McGill-Toolen. Gone from that squad are five seniors, including four starters, but Mullinax feels she has plenty of depth on this year’s squad to overshadow the losses.

“We have depth and two returning starting seniors of the four on our roster and with six juniors, one of which was a starter a season ago, we have positive energy on both on the court and bench,” said Mullinax. “We have selfless players

and want the team to succeed. Our squad will be a physical team and want to compete.”

As for the long-standing tradition of winning, Mullinax added, “It will depend on how hard we work and how much focus we have. We need the right mindset against any opponent we face.”

At James Clemens, the self-proclaimed “Mighty Minis” don’t have a player taller than 5-foot-9 and with just one senior on the roster, the Jets look to have a ton of energy from the underclassmen to make things jell this season.

“You’ll have to beat us as you just can’t walk in and take victory from us,” said Amanda Wood, head coach of the Jets in her ninth season at her position. “We have most of our team returning this year, but I will use my lone senior, Emily Drinkard (5-5, S, OPP), as an example for the rest of the team. You never have to direct her as she is a traffic director for this squad and that is refreshing to see her take charge and lead this team.”

Wood is looking to some of the underclassmen to make the necessary steps to mature quickly to make

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Anna Jupin (5-9, MB-OH, Jr.) is expected to become a great player by the time she completes her stay at James Clemens next season. She recently scored an impressive 25 digs and 15 kills in a recent pre-season tournament. Catherine Gwin (54, L, Jr.) posted four aces and 11 digs in recent competition and has recently made up her mind to pursue playing volleyball in college. Briana Smith (5-9, S, OPP, MB, So.) is one of two sophomores on the roster and is a player, according to Wood, “One to watch as she’s a setter, but she’ll be moving around on the floor at all times.”

Both teams have suffered some early-season injuries which will have to take time to heal, but moving forward will be a chore for each squad as the season progresses.

The Patriots’ best player looks to be Joy Robinson (5-9, OH) who plays outside hitter. Mullinax is looking to her to hit and dig and be a team leader. Also gaining a positive reputation on the court is Adaline Barnes (5-9, S) as the junior setter will be a strong suit for the 2020 See VOLLEYBALL Page 4B

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By BOB LABBE bob0873@yahoo.com MADISON- The Bob Jones football program is undergoing a revamp of its place among the Class 7A schools in North Alabama with a new coach and new ways of presenting the program to the Madison community. First-year head coach Kelvis White has called upon his senior leaders on both the offensive and defensive lines to help formulate what is expected to be a banner 2020 season among all the chaos of the coronavirus.

Offensive lineman Drew Lawson (6-2, 295, Sr.) and defensive lineman Brian Vaughn (6-3, 240, Sr.) are the unofficial commanders of the lines that are spearheading the punch needed to bring the Patriots back to prominence they missed after posting a 4-6 record one season ago.

“I like the idea of being a leader as I hold myself accountable to a higher level and I expected my teammates to do the same,” said Lawson, who was an All-State selection after last year’s season. “I lead by example. Not just on the field, but everywhere we are as a team.”

For Vaughn, who uses the nickname of B.J. within his teammates, hopes to stay in Alabama for college and continue to play football, but so far has received two offers from out-of-state schools- LaGrange out of Georgia and University of Pikeville located in Kentucky.

“I started playing football in the eighth grade at Liberty Middle School with the encouragement from my father,” said Vaughn, who started on the offensive line at Liberty and his freshman year at James Clemens High before crossing the line of scrimmage

to the defense once arriving among the Patriots. “At defensive end I try and bring good energy I hope the rest of the team can feed off of. I feel I get off the ball quickly and I am very aggressive at point of contact.”

Vaughn has superior upper body strength as he is listed as tops on the team in both the bench press (345-pounds) and squat (515-pounds). He has strength in academics sporting a 3.6 grade point average and wants to pursue an education in either psychology or business. He’s also an award winning artist where as an elementary student painted a farm scene that won an art contest.

Lawson’s trek to football stardom includes being one of the best wrestlers in Alabama where he posted a 26-6 record last year for Bob Jones before his season was cut short due to a knee injury and subsequent surgery in early January. Prior to his junior season, Lawson won both the 285-pound Freestyle and Greco Style State Wrestling Championships.

He feels his work in the very discipline-strong sport of wrestling has helped him in football and being a leader among his senior class and the entire football team. Technical aspects of his work on the offensive line is where Lawson is most robust. In the summer of 2019 he attended the LeCharles Bentley High School Camp in Arizona. He also attended spring classes on line formulated by Bentley, who was a one-time NFL Player and winner of the Rimington Trophy for the country’s best center while playing at Ohio State.

“To beat me you have to be smarter,” added Lawson in his 11th season of football. “I feel I have a high football IQ as I seem to recognize everything while out on the field. I certainly won’t get beat by techSee PUNCH Page 4B

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By BOB LABBE bob0873@yahoo.com HUNTSVILLE- The Huntsville Championship has set new dates after the professional golf tournament was cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The inaugural event of the Korn Ferry Tour will now be held April 26-May 2, 2021 at The Ledges, Huntsville’s premier golf course. Huntsville is one of only 28 international cities to offer the Korn Ferry Tour and the professional level of play as the tour players attempt to make their way to the prestigious PGA Tour.

Notable PGA Tour players who got their start on the Korn Ferry Tour include major champions Justin Thomas, Jason Day, Bubba Watson and Zach Johnson.

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back on the calendar for the Huntsville Championship,” said Penn Garvich, tournament director. “We look forward to welcoming the Korn Ferry Tour to Huntsville and for our community to finally experience the tournament.”

The Huntsville Championship has signed five-year deal with Huntsville and The Ledges. The award-designed course opened in 2000 with designer Mike Hurdzan earning “Designer of the Year” award by Golf Magazine in 2003.

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“As I went along, I liked the idea of a challenge, of doing something I was very unfamiliar with and having that be my introduction to the world,” Erbach, a Huntsville native, said.

Now, Erbach serves with Commander, Naval Forces Japan, to support the U.S. 7th Fleet in one of the world’s busiest maritime regions.

“It’s hectic and volatile,” Erbach said. “It can be a little crazy.” She graduated from Grissom High School in 2014.

“The bonds you form with people out here are really close. I love the wardroom on my ship. It’s got some of the best people I’ve ever met,” Erbach said.

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“Optimism has carried me a really long way,” Erbach said. “Along with that, empathy. It’s such a team effort.”

“If you don’t understand the people you’re working with, and times get tough, which they will, things will be difficult,” Erbach said.

“Adaptability and the ability to react to change have really gotten me through.”

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nique and strength.”

The 2020 season is already a different animal due to the current pandemic and numerous COVID-19 protocols set in place. The change in head coaches and much of the coaching staff also presents the Patriots with different challenges this season, but both Lawson and Vaughn know they must be leaders and help the entire team follow the

new directions of the program.

“The entire coaching staff feels livelier than what we had before and I believe Coach White is bringing a new tradition to Bob Jones,” said Vaughn.

“We’re all excited about the season,” said Lawson, who carries a 3.7 grade point average and has had scholarships offers from both Birmingham Southern and University

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“We have tons of excitement and new energy with Coach White and his staff. We know we’ll do better this year as our enthusiasm will carry through the season.”

Lawson hopes to earn a college degree in education and has dreams of becoming a teacher and coach and continue his role as a leader.

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Erbach is proud of her Naval Academy commissioning but admitted it was difficult. “I struggled to find myself,” she said. “The biggest thing was finding out what kind of person I was. Toward the end, as I accrued more responsibility and still wondered what I’d do with my life, I discovered (it’s) a necessary step. I’ve already learned so much.”

“It’s such a good idea to serve,” Erbach said. “It teaches so many important life lessons. You learn so much about yourself and come out a better person.”

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Back when we had people over for dinner on a regular basis, this was a go-to dish for me that I served just about every time. It was a great way to round out the meal without taking any additional prep time and they always got rave reviews.

Things sure were different when I was little though! Its amazing but almost every memory I have of our dinner table growing up includes my mother, father, sister, brother, and at least one or two “extras”. No matter how tight our grocery budget or schedule was, Mama always found time and managed to feed more.

Inviting folks over to dinner is one of those “oldie but goodie” practices that is, in my mind, the ultimate show of welcoming and graciousness towards your neighbors and friends. I’d love to hear from you why you do or don’t have folks over more often. Is it time constraints? Budget? Lack of time alone as a family?

But mostly, I’d love for you to answer a question my mother posed to me recently (because Mama and I sit and come up with the strangest things to talk about from time to time): Now, how bout some loaded ‘taters?

I’m going to show you the ingredients I use but the best stuffed po-

tatoes are the ones made to your individual tastes. I’ve seen folks add milk, tomatoes, leftover chicken or bbq (yum!), mayonnaise, ricotta cheese, fresh or dried herbs, etc.

The sky is the limit here.

For mine, I use: A few tablespoons of butter, cooked chopped turkey bacon, green onions, cheddar cheese, and sour cream. I also use a little salt and pepper.

Bake your potatoes and cut them in half lengthwise like this. *I bake my potatoes by starting them in the microwave on about five minutes, then transferring to a 450 degree oven for about an hour. Sometimes I rub them down with a little cooking oil and sprinkle some coarse sea salt on them before baking like my Great grandmother did. MMMMM Good!

Scoop out the pulp but leave enough that the skin still has a bit of shape to it.

To your pulp, add butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash up well with a potato masher or just a fork. Add in cheese and mash that, too. Add all other toppings.

Stir up well. Resist urge to eat entire bowl as is. Spoon filling into your shells.

Line them up on a baking sheet and place this in the freezer, uncovered, for about an hour. This is called flash freezing and it keeps them from sticking together.

After they are frozen, remove them from the sheet and put in a zipper seal bag. Return to freezer until you need them.

Now I’m going to take a few and sprinkle with cheddar cheese to bake right now for our supper (you don’t have to use extra cheese). Instructions below.

YUM! I like to keep these in the freezer and reheat just one or two for a quick lunch but like I said, they are a great side dish to have on hand for any meal.

Ingredients 7 medium sized potatoes washed 1/2 cup Sour Cream 3 tablespoon butter

1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 4 green onions chopped 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 8-10 slices turkey bacon cooked and chopped Instructions Bake potatoes and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving enough for the skin to retain it’s shape. In bowl, combine scooped potatoes, butter, and sour cream.

Mash together well. Add cheese, mash. Stir in all other ingredients.

Spoon filling into potato shells.

Line filled potatoes up on baking sheet or other dish and freeze, uncovered, for about an hour. Remove and place into zipper seal bag and return to freezer.

To bake from frozen: Place on cookie sheet in 350 oven for half an hour, top with cheese and return to oven until melted.

To microwave from frozen: Place on microwave safe plate and heat for about 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.

To bake from room temp: Top with cheese and place in oven until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Notes I bake my potatoes by starting them in the microwave on about five minutes, then transferring to a 450 degree oven for about an hour.

Sometimes I rub them down with a little cooking oil and sprinkle some coarse sea salt on them before baking like my Great grandmother always did.

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.

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Do you see yourself as on assignment for God? What do you suppose it is He would have you to do with the time He has allotted you with on this Earth?

Everyone has a different spiritual gift and it is finding that gift and using it that matters. Don’t go through every day just for yourself but somehow do something to impact the world around you for the kingdom of God. If you do it has a pleasant side effect and that is making you feel better in the long run. Selfish pursuits often end in frustration but working for the Lord and helping others leaves you with a good feeling.

There was a phone company advertisement years ago that said “Reach Out And Touch Someone” and today in this Covid 19 era we currently find ourselves in touching is frowned upon so send a note, a card, some flowers, or a simple phone call. Go out each day and see if you can find a way to make someone else’s day a little brighter. That could be your assignment every day. I would say smile at others but behind the mask hard to see that beautiful smile. Today purpose in you heart you will be a light for someone who may be having a bit of a dark day.

PRAYER: Lord I come to you today with a humble heart as your servant asking you to use me to bring joy to another who may be struggling. Forgive me for times I have neglected my spiritual gift and have gone about my own selfish way ignoring prompts to share your love with another. 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 writemiller2002@yahoo.com.

All Things Madison Continued from page 5A the life-saving side of the center, “we are in need of everything.”

Connected to the thrift store is a “glorified warehouse” that Phillips hopes to fix up to the point that they can make it “living ready” for dogs and cats waiting to be adopted.

Not only do they need things like fencing, doors, landscaping, and paint, but they are desperately in need of skills and support to build the actual facility.

If you or your organization have interest in donating supplies or your skills and time to creating this much-needed facility, there is a great need for you!

Fostering and Adopting from A New Leash on Life For clarification, fostering a pet means giving the animal a roof over his or her head and providing lots of love until the pet’s permanent family comes along.

“We will give you everything you need to become a successful foster family,” shared Phillips. “We have a foster closet for resources and we take care of any and all vet expenses. We will also provide you with a foster coach.”

Phillips said that one of their biggest goals is making sure that an adopted pet’s new family is going to be his or her forever family. For this reason, ANLOL provides adoption counseling to make sure that “we match what’s best for both the animal and the household.”

Phillips also expressed the concept that adopting an animal is actually saving an additional animal.

“As soon as an animal is adopted, ANLOL will fill the open spot in the program by rescuing another animal. We will literally go the next day to rescue

another pet from a shelter.”

When I asked Phillips what she wished people knew about rescuing from organizations like A New Leash on Life, she said that she knows “sometimes people are scare of rescue animals, but I always want to let people know that these are the most loving, loyal situations. When an animal discovers that they are in a good situation, they will love their people so much. It can be lifesaving for you as well.”

[Author note]: As I write this story with my longago rescue dog snuggled up against my leg, I fight the urge to hop up and go adopt another animal after typing those last couple of lines! Phillips is so right; Our dog is a lover!

All of these adoptable dogs and many more (plus lots of beautiful cats and other animals!) are pictured on ANewLeash.Org.

To recap In addition to shopping the thrift store, A New Leash on Life could desperately use YOU in the following areas: • Thrift store volunteer • Thrift store and/or pet supply donations • Future lifesaving center donations (time, resources, or skills). It makes a WONDERFUL community service project • Foster parent • Adopt a pet!

Follow along with A New Leash on Life on Facebook and Instagram.

All Things Madison Created by Erica DeSpain, All Things Madison is a new blog that captures what is best in Madison. Content is added throughout the week. You can find it at www.allthingsmadison.com or you can follow All Things Madison on Facebook.

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September 2, 2020

Whitworth House at 549 Mill Road. It was built by John David Whitworth in the early 1900s.

John and Emma Whitworth with son Arthur David around 1894.

A portrait of John David Whitworth

John David Whitworth

By JOHN P. RANKIN Madison Historian An early 1900s farmhouse still stands on the north side of Mill Road, west of the Dillard-Bibb Cemetery and east of Mill Creek Elementary School. The home was built by John David Whitworth. His parents were William Jefferson and Mildred Bowers Whitworth. John’s paternal grandparents were Daniel and Elizabeth Dedman Whitworth.

His great-grandparents were Rowland and Martha Walthall Whitworth of Virginia’s colonial days.

Rowland Whitworth appears in this area only in the Madison County census records of 1830. Rowland apparently could have been either the father or the grandfather of Daniel Whitworth, because the census of 1830 showed him as being born between 1760 and 1770. Daniel in the 1850 census was listed as age 44, born about 1806. In that census Daniel had eight children. Daniel’s son William Jefferson Whitworth later had six children, the oldest of whom was John David Whitworth, who married Emma Virginia Tribble in 1892.

John’s sister Mattie Susan Whitworth married Madison entrepreneur Jim Williams, his sister Ada married William Gooch, and his sister Laura married William Dublin. John’s brother Archie Whitworth married Mattie Trotman, continuing the many intermarriages of the Whitworths with Madison’s other pioneer families. Additional Whitworth marriages connected with Madison families such as Aday, Carter, Crutcher, Winn, and Tuck.

John David Whitworth’s wife Emma Virginia Tribble was a daughter of Robert Donnell Tribble and Mattie Gooch. When Helen

Whitworth Stewart inherited an ancestral photo that had no identification, and she and others of her family labled it from uncertain memories with Robert’s middle initial as an “E.” rather than “D”. Robert Donnell Tribble’s wife Mattie was the daughter of Nathaniel Matson Gooch and his wife Susan Caroline Litzy. Both the Gooch and the Tribble families lived in Madison.

It is likely, judging from the small stature of the man, that the photo shows not Helen’s Tribble ancestors, but rather the next older generation of her grandparents Nathaniel Matson Gooch and his wife Susan Caroline Litzy, the parents of Mattie Gooch Tribble.

The man shown on the porch appears to be too old to have served in the Civil War, and the cabin is more indicative of the prior generation.

Emma bore John David Whitworth 11 children. The last five of these children were born in the house at 549 Mill Road. John and his oldest child, Arthur David Whitworth, were partners in the Whitworth Cotton Gin, which was located on the south side of the railroad tracks in Madison. That gin was also known as the Farmer’s Gin. John’s youngest child, Helen Virginia Whitworth (born in 1920), married Marvin Forrest Stewart.

Helen Whitworth Stewart was interviewed for the Historical Society’s Oral History Series in the Mill Road house where she still lived in December of 2004. She told of the mule-driven sawmill that her father operated in the pasture behind the house. It was this mill that cut the lumber for her house on Mill Road from trees grown on the land.

Helen also related that the old Whitworth cotton gin, located on the west side of Sulli-

The old Whitworth Gin

van Street, south of the railroad tracks, was bought and moved to North Carolina, where it may still be in operation. She said that before his death in 1955 her dad operated it from 1910. During the interview, Helen mentioned that the Russells had a blacksmith shop nearby, and that Pryor Farley had a water-powered gristmill on the creek adjoining the Whitworth property. It was likely this mill along Mill Creek that led to the road and the school having their names today.

Helen passed away in July of 2008 and is buried in the Huntsville Memory Gardens Cemetery on Highway 72. She left behind a photo album full of family pictures and history of both the Stewart and the Whitworth families.

The Whitworth family in Madison today is perhaps more often recognized through descendants of John’s son Arthur David Whitworth (Senior). Madison Elementary School library aide Sandra Diane Whitworth is a daughter of Arthur Junior. Local dentist David Strong Whitworth, whose clinic is on Hughes Road, is a son of Arthur’s son Marlon Whitworth and his wife Willie Metta Strong.

The Metta Lands housing development along Hughes Road and east of the large Church of Christ with a high steeple is named for Willie Metta Whitworth.

Arthur David Whitworth’s son Thomas married Sara Landman in 1952. Later in her life she owned the Whitworth Realty and Art Gallery at 110 Main Street, now the site of Madison Station Antiques. This structure was originally the store of George Washington Martin, first Madison lot and shop owner, established in February of 1857.

Sara passed away in March of 2008, after living 56 years in her house at 12 Main

Imagine your home, totally organized!

Street. She is buried in Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville.

Thomas and Sara Whitworth had remodeled and updated the house at 12 Main Street, at the corner with Sullivan Street. After Thomas’ passing and the advancing years curtailed Sara’s active business participation, her realty office became an art gallery of her son “Jerry” (Thomas Jerome, Jr.), of Paris, France. Jerry himself is a professional artist, as well as a collector of art in Europe and New York.

Thomas and Sara’s other son, local veterinarian Charles Whitworth, still operates the Whitworth Animal Clinic on Rainbow Drive at its junction with Highway 72. He lives near County Line Road on the south side of Mill Road. His house totally encompasses the log cabin of James Bailey (1779-1843). This cabin was built on land that James purchased from the government in 1830. However, James may well have been living on that land earlier, as he had purchased adjacent property from the government on the first day of sale in this area by the government, February 3, 1818. The cabin served as a stage stop and inn on the Huntsville-to-Mooresville Road in the very early 1800s, long before Madison existed as a settlement of the pioneers.

In addition to living the history of this area, the Whitworth family of Madison is connected via patriarchs Rowland and Daniel and their wives to notables and notorious of the world. Such is common to most of us, if we explore our ancestry both broadly and deeply, far enough back to learn of the connections. For the Madison Whitworth families, the notorious connections include outlaws Frank and Jesse James, along with Sam Bass, Pretty Boy Floyd, and Butch Cassidy.

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