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By Marla Jones Managing marla@southerntorch.comEditorRainsville,Ala.--The Rainsville City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on August 15. The Rainsville Fire Department brought their newly purchased Fire Truck, with all new Fire Department graphics to the meeting.APublic Hearing was held for two different items:

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“We believe the City Council was sincerely Council Dodd.Council members John Smith and Johnny Eberhart previously voted no incentive package that was offered to Marathon Realty (FoodSouthernCity). Torch reached out to Fort Payne City Attorney Rocky Watson and as of press time, had not received a comment. A new hearing will be

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By Marla Jones Managing marla@southerntorch.comEditorCOLLINSVILLE,ALA.-- (Full Video on Southern Torch Facebook) On Thursday, August 11, friends and family gathered on County Road 51 in Collinsville, as a bridge was dedicated in the honor of T. K. Davis. T.K. Davis was a longtime resident of Crossville, graduating from Crossville High School. He • Toki Sushi Steakhouse—648 Main St West/Alcohol License ApplicationWithno objections, the Council passed Resolution 08-15-2022 (A) which approves the application of Toki Sushi Steakhouse pending a background check by the State Alcohol board, which is a routine procedure.•Request to Re-Zone 1930 served four years in the U.S. Air Force, including 27 months in the Philippines. While serving there, he attended church service and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, and was baptized in the South China Sea. He was a deacon at First Baptist Church Crossville. In 1958, he was elected to the DeKalb County Commission and served two terms, in what was at the time, Dismissed Without Prejudice

Fort Payne, Ala.-- The Fort Payne City Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, AugustFort16.Payne City Attorney, Rocky Watson stated in the meeting that a previously approved Memorandum of Understanding with Marathon Realty (Food City) was rejected due to errors. According to Watson, the filing in a local newspaper was incorrect along with a few technical errors in the wording, that needed to be corrected. A hearing was previously scheduled for August 23, at 9:30 a.m. but was “Dismmed Without J.Prejudice.”DavidDodd of

Letters(jacksoncountyal.gov).websitePleaseaddresslettersandapplicationsto:BillNanceJacksonCountyCommissionAttn:KacyKing102E.LaurelSt.Suite47Scottsboro,AL35768canbeemailedtocommission@jcch.netwiththesubjectheading:LetterofInterest.AlllettersmustbereceivedbyMonday,September12,2022by4:30PM.

The Hollywood 10 Cinema, affectionately known to our loyal customers as the Holly 10, is Scottboro’s own locally owned and operated movie theater. We offer all stadium seating with high backed rocking loveseats and digital sound and picture. Find us on social media through Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok where we do weekly contests, updates, and givaways. NOTICE NOTICE The Jackson followingCommissionCountyhasopeningsontheboards: Department of Human Resources Board Please send letters and board applications of interest to the Jackson BoardCommissionCountyOffice.Lettersandapplicationscanbehanddelivered,mailed,oremailed.applicationscan The Jackson followingCommissionCountyhasopeningsontheboards: Alabama Mountain Lakes AssociationTourismBoard Please send letters and board applications of interest to the Jackson Boardmailed,beOffice.CommissionCountyLettersandapplicationscanhanddelivered,oremailed.applicationscan

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President, Dr. David Campbell. “There is a great need for LPNs in our area and we are especially happy to add a program that helps admissionfollowingmustprogram,beneedednurseslicensedfacilitiescarefromnumerousTherealoneofferingareDirectorNursingWilliamson,professionals.othercommunicatingandtocondition.monitorprovideinphysicians’facilities,patientsaNurseshealthcare.”provideLicensedPractical(LPNs)providerangeofcaretoineldercarehospitals,offices,andhomes.Theybasiccareandthepatient’sTheyneedbekeenobserversproficientatwithhealthcareDr.MyrnaNACCProgramstated,“Weexcitedtosoonbethestand-PNprogram.havebeenrequestsarealong-termandhospitalformorepracticaltofillmanypositions.”ToeligibleforthePNstudentsmeettheminimumcriteria: defense was the big story of the fundraiserprobablyWhiteCoordinatorlotshaveHouse.packageandTrashticketsgymabags,pizzaareup2,500andreportedlyprogramFort19seasonopendowns.heldThebyportionSmith.interceptionturnover,ScottsborodownsandtoDAR’sScottsborogame.heldvarsityoffenseonly39totalyardsjustfourfirstforthehalf.forcedoneanbyDruwThejuniorvarsitywasdominatedScottsboroaswell.Wildcats’defenseDARtozerofirstScottsborowilltheregularFriday,AugustathomeagainstPayne.hassprayedneuteredoverpetssince2017.Someoftheitemsforauctionthisyearabowlingandparty,designergiftcertificatestovarietyofplaces,memberships,toRocketCityPandagames,aweekendtoSarah’sTheSNJCAwillover250totaltobidonthisyear.SNJCAEventDenisesaid,“Thisisourbiggestwehave.”webpagetheprogram,thisinformationnursingrequirementEligibilityEssentialtransferringatcumulativecollegestandingand201,MTHincludingnursing2.5rankingrequirementminimumrequired,past,takenthenursingapplicationattended.fromcollege.admittedunconditionallyBetothe•Submittranscriptsallcolleges•Completefortheprogrambydeadline.•TakeorhavetheACTintheACTscorebutnoscore(usedforonly)•HaveaGPAofonrequiredcorecourses(ENG101,100orhigher,BIOBIO202,PSY210,SPH106or107.•BeingoodwiththeandhaveaGPAof2.0thecurrentorinstitution.•MeettheFunctions/Criteriafor(seewebpage).FormoreregardingexcitingnewpleasevisitNACCnursingatwww.nac be located under quick links on our

david@southerntorch.comReporterJacksonCountySherriff’sOfficedeputiesarecurrentlyinsearchforamanwhotheybelievemayhavebeeninvolvedinthieveryataTexaco.Themaninquestionissixfeettall Alone Program program,”pleasedpracticalpracticelicensurethewillprogram,completionfacilities.long-termareatheirstudentsRainsville,offeredprogramFallSpring,programthree-semesterprogramOctoberacceptedApplications2023willprogram.practicalforacceptingtoDepartment(NACC)CommunityApplicationsAcceptingNow!NortheastAlabamaCollegeNursingispleasedannounceitisnowapplicationsanewstand-alonenursing(PN)TheprogrambeginintheSpringsemester.arebeingnowthrough10,2022.TheisacoveringtheSummer,andsemesters.Thewillbeon-campusinwithcompletingclinicalhoursinhospitalsandcare(LTC)UponofthethestudentsbeeligibletotakeNCLEX-PNexamtoasalicensednurse(LPN).“WeareverytoinitiatethisstatedNACC

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Bydavid@southerntorch.comReporterOnFriday,ScottsborohostedDARforapreseasongame.ThecontestwasoriginallyplannedtobeheldatDARHighSchool,however,duetofieldrenovations,wasmovetoTrammellStadium.Thefirsthalfofthegamewasavarsityportion,resultingina12-0Scottsborovictory.Thesecondhalfwasforthejuniorvarsitytogainsomeexperience.

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September 17, rich cultural past with events that tie the history to the present, great historical artifacts and clothing at the Fort Payne Depot Museum, a miniature railroad system in the original office of the Coal and Iron Company, music covering all musical genres.

Boom Days Heritage Celebration - Fort Payne Boom Days Heritage Celebration has a much deeper breadth of events and activities and a much further reach bringing in tourists from all over the region. It’s a significant cultural event for our city celebrating Fort Payne’s honorsHeritage130beginningsuniquenearlyyearsago.BoomDaysCelebrationFortPayne’s

August 28, ConferenceParentingRainsville First Baptist Church will be hosting a ConferenceParenting on Sunday, August 28 with Gary Maze from Mississippi leading. The four sessions will start at 9:00; 10:15, 5:00 and 6:15 in the Auditorium. There is no charge for this event. For more information go to com.www.rainsvillefirst.

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November 5, Canyon FestCanyon Fest is an annual celebration of art and nature featuring local art, crafts, live animal shows, music, food and fun for the entire family. Free and open to everyone. Pets welcome on leashes.

Elmore Speaks to the Kiwanis FORT PAYNE, ALA.-- At a recent meeting of the Fort Payne Lions Club, Jamie McClung of the Fort Payne School System was the guest speaker.McClung talked to the Club about his work and the passion that he has for the Robotics Program in FORT PAYNE, Ala.-- Coach Chris Elmore, Fort Payne Head Football Coach, was the speaker at the Kiwanis meeting on August 10, Pictured2022.leftto the Fort Payne School System. McClung also gave a great update on the upgrades are being done to the old Williams Avenue School.Pictured are Club President Lion

Alan Kilgo, Lion Pressley Justice, and CattleWednesdaymeetsPosey.andCoachrightMcClung.JamieareHeadFootballChrisElmore,KiwanianRandyTheKiwanisClubeverymorningatStampede. Best Hot Wing…Josh Turner and Thomas Frost Best Traditional Wing…Chris Mattox and Jonathan Guffey Most Unique Wing…Coach Clark and Coach Wilson 3rd Place Prize Money…Preston Shrader, Tyler Stephens, Payton Shrader Coach Vann With People’s Choice Award Winner…Marshall Stiefel, Todd Greeson, Jeff McCurdy, Judge Andrew Hairston, Sheriff Nick Welden Wingfest Winners Collinsville Drugs “Caring for you like family” 588 South Valley Ave P.O. Box Collinsville,498AL 35961 (256) 524-2981 Brandon Boswell, PharmD Pharmacist/Owner P.O. Box 218 • Geraldine, AL 35974 (256)659-2138 YOUR FRIEND, YOUR (256)638-6070DRUGSTORE! Rodney Williams PHARMACYSYLVANIARPH Call or Stop By Anytime Give Us Your RX Numbers We Do The Rest! DeKalb Animal Hospital Joseph K McNew, D V.M • Linda Galbraith, D V.M. • Jessica Jones, D V.M Oﬃce: Emergency:(256)845-0046(256)845-3031 125 22nd Street NW Fort Payne, AL 35967 www.dahvets.com

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The DeKalb County Chapter of The University of Alabama Alumni (DeKalb Bama Club) held their annual BAMA storiesTheyfamiliesstudentscelebrationBoundwithandtheirJuly28th.sharedtheirandgoalsin a fun and afternoon.friendly

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DeKalb Bama Club received the North In-State Division Chapter of the Year award for 2022. The officers are President Steve Chambers, MarthaEberhart,PresidentImmediateElectPresident/President-ViceJudsonBates,PastSteveSecretaryChambers, drive to open the second quarter. Smith completed a 63-yard touchdown pass to Zack Anderson and freshman Connor Andrade nailed the PAT to put Sylvania up 14-6 with 10:54 left in the Afterhalf. a two-yard gain to open its possession, the Chiefs turned a short pass caught by andthe35,counteredRamsPAT2ndscorepasshauledRomansophomoreleftright40-yardThomas2-pointinterceptedJonahJuniortwobringscamperledtheintoJohnathanjuniorLindermana54-yardgaintoSylvania12.AnothershortpasstoascoringbyHolttothevisitorswithpointsat14-12.defensivebackGurleytheChiefs’attempt.Afterthekickoff,brokearunupthesidelinewith8:45inthehalf,andreceiverMcKeehanina30-yardfromSmithforaat8:20inthequarter.Andrade’sincreasedtheleadto21-12.NorthJacksonwithrunsof17and16yardstoSylvania2-yardlinethenpushedinfor

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Tyron Antwone Tripp, age 22 of Rainbow City, was arrested on a Warrant for Failure to Appear at 10:42 pm 1 Accident with 1 Injury An accident occurred at Airport Road W and Specialty Drive W, Tazan Zanhol Edwards, age 37 of Gadsden, driving a 2022 Ford Explorer, left the roadway and struck a building. Edwards was transported to Dekalb Regional by Dekalb Ambulance Service.

FORT PAYNE, ALA.-- Katie Britt, the Republican nominee for US Senate in the General Election on November 8, will make a campaign stop in Fort Payne. Britt will be the guest speaker at the August beWashingtion,careerandfightenergyfreshAlabamiansmessagepm.willClub.RepublicanDeKalbmeeting22ndoftheCountyWomen’sThemeetingbeginat6:00BrittwillbringherthatneedbloodandhightotakethetoJoeBidenhisbandofpoliticiansinD.C.ThemeetingwillheldatDeSoto

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Taz Allen Cox, age 28 of Centre, was arrested was arrested on Two Warrants for Failure to Appear at 10:30 pm

Damaged Property – Occurred at 1920 Industrial Blvd SW, a gas pipe was damaged, valued at $500.00

Crime Report

Damaged Property – Occurred at 1017 Sanders Ave NE, paint on a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox was damaged, valued at $200.00

DismissFROMPAGE1 held on August 30 at 12:30 p.m., on the second floor of the Fort Payne City Hall, for public P-25theCityduenotisSometimes,chargedmeanintimeexplainedplacedsignsbrushconfusionaddressedtheystatingexpressedCouncilmembersneed.departmentstransferredProgramsetthatCouncilBainereport,concerningcommenttheproject.IntheMayorsMayorBrianadvisedthethatsomecarswerepreviouslytosellintheFleethadbeentodifferentduetoSomedisapproval,thatisnotwhathadagreedupon.MayorBainealsotheconcerningpickupandthethatwerebeinginyards.Hethateveryasignwasplacedayard,itdidnotafeewouldbeforpickup.thebrushinalocationthatcanbepickekeduptopowerlines.TheFortPayneCouncilapprovedparticipationinthecommunications infrastructure that is federally mandated. This is a program that will put all respondersfirstin the City of Fort Payne and DeKalb County on the same page. The total cost will be 1.7 million dollars Grants and American Rescue Plan money can be obtained to aide in cost.In other business: • Activity Permit approved for: Fort Payne High School Student beginningonmeetingTheonFoodHearingwillmeetingPayneDepartmentCriminaldonateddeclaredNorthending3rdAvenue7:00fromThursday,HomecomingCouncil,Parade,October6th5:00p.m.untilp.m.,GaultbeginningatStreetSouthandat8thStreet•AvehiclewassurplusandtotheJusticeatFortHighSchool.ASpecialCalledoftheCouncilbethePublicregardingCityIncentivesAugust30,at12:30.nextregularwillbeheldSeptember6,at12:30p.m.

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roger@southerntorch.comReporterSylvaniawonaback-and-forthbattleoverNorthJacksonFridaynightinajamboreematchupbetweenthe3Aand4Asquads.Onitsopeningdrive,theChiefschewedupmorethanfiveminutesontheclockbeforepunchingitinoffrighttacklewithatwo-yardscorebysophomoreDiegoHolttogoup6-0.ThePATwasnogood.SeniorrunningbackBraidenThomasopenedSylvania’sfirstdrivewitha5-yardgaintothe35.TheRamsmissedonathird-downpassandwereforcedtopunt.Sylvania’sdefenseheldtheChiefstoonlythreeyardsonitsnextpossession.JuniorAshdonCooleyhadaquarterbackpressureonthedriveandatackleforlossbyAidenParhamforcedaNorthJacksonpunt.JuniorquarterbackJaxonSmithcompleteda15-yardpasstoThomasforafirstdown.AftertheChiefsstuffedarun,sophomorereceiverJoshScottbrokefreefora42-yardpassfromSmithforSylvania’sfirstscoreat1:50inthefirstquarter.ThePATwasgood,makingthescore7-6infavoroftheRams.NorthJacksonpuntedonitsnext

Wednesday August 3rd Incidents

3 Arrests Gary Wayne Bevel, age 53 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Harassment at 1:11 am

Golf Course, located at 502 Crystal Lake Drive. Fort Payne, Alabama.Adinner of pizza will be served, along with RepublicanDeKalbprovideddessertsbytheCountyWomen.

the score. The 2-point conversion was good to make the score 21-20 with 6:40 left in the Neitherhalf. team moved the ball well and traded punts on the next possessions. Near the end of the half, Griffin Haygood snagged a 14-yard pass on a Smith scramble for a first down, but Andrade missed a field goal from 34 yards out with 1:00 left. The halftime score remained 21-20 in favor of the Rams. Sylvania received the kick and opened the second half with a short gain on a Thomas run and a 10-yard dart to Scott but were forced to punt after a false start penalty and a couple of incompletions by Smith.On the possession,nextthe Rams forced a fumble that defensive back Haygood recovered at the Chiefs 34-yard line with 7:50 left in the 3rd. On the next play, Parham went around right end for a 20-yard gain, but the Rams couldn’t capitalize as they fumbled on the drive.North Jackson returned the favor with a fumble of its own to give the ball back to Sylvania.Parham then scampered through a huge hole in the middle for a 20-yard touchdown. The PAT was good, giving the Rams the 28-20 lead. After the kickoff, North Jackson junior quarterback Nick Jernigan scrambled for a 27-yard gain to the Rams’ 40. A 19-yard loss on a bad snap backed up the Chiefs’ drive with 2:30 left in the 3rd. but Jernigan was hit late on a pass attempt to keep the drive alive. North Jackson then converted the 3-and-10 on a pass to the right sideline for a first down.Two short runs up the middle then led to a 16-yard touchdown pass for the Chiefs, but the scoreleavingconversiontwo-pointfailed,thevarsity28-26infavor of Sylvania at the end of the 3rd quarter. The JV squads played to a 0-0 draw in the 4th quarter to close out the game. Smith finished with 205 yards passing. Thomas and Parham each rushed for more than 50 yards, while Anderson, McKeehan, and Scott all had a touchdown Scottsboro.opensSaks.hostingseasonopenthisJacksonSylvaniareception.andNortharebothoffweek.TheRamsthe2022regularonAug.26by3A,Region4NorthJacksonathomevs.

Treasurer Bob Thomas, Scholarship Chair Laurie Parker, Student Recruitment Chair Linda Thomas, Social Media Chair Ashley Wofford, DianaWebsiteBates,BobEvents/FundraisersSpecialThomas,JudsonBenShurettandandMarketingGoss.

Burglary – Occurred at 655 Sanders Ave NE, two air conditioners and copper wiring were taken, valued at $5300.00

Michelle Dawn Guy, age 28 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Theft of Property at 6:01 pm

Ebony Kenyeta Underwood Keele, age 37 of Fort Payne, was arrested on a Warrant for Outside Agency at 5:21 pm

Britt Makes Campaign Stop in FP

Jamie Lynn McElyea, age 43 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance at 6:32 pm

3 Arrests Jonathan Nolan, age 29 of Section, was arrested for Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle, Illegal Possession of a Credit/ Debit Card and Theft of Property at 10:45 am

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Amanda Brooke Williamson, age 37 of Scottsboro, was arrested on a Warrant for Failure to Appear at 8:41 pm 2 Accidents with 0 Injuries

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Wendy Lynn Knight Bullard, age 47 of Huntsville, was arrested on a Warrant for Outside Agency at 2:20 pm 2 Accidents with 0 Injuries

Kelsi Elizabeth Carter, age 25 of Section, was arrested for Unlawful Breaking and Entering a Vehicle at 2:01 pm

Monday August 1st Incidents

Damaged Property – Occurred at 1202 Adamsburg Road E, a door on a 2014 Dodge Ram 2500 was damaged, valued at $150.00

Thursday August 4th Incidents3Arrests

Brenton Duane Newcomb, age 49 of Fort Payne, was arrested for Public Intoxication at 9:45 am

home. “We dreamt of opening a bed and breakfast lodge for decades,” said Rachel. The name for their retreat came from their admiration for the honeybee whose work yields a sweet reward. They also wanted their guests to fully connect with what it means to retreat to Mentone – to “bee” fully present. The couple features honey in their offerings at breakfast and snack-time as much as possible.Thehome hosts a year-round view of the Sand Mountain range in the western sky. The three-acre property is frequented by native fauna and a wandering peacock. The Sterns have created several spaces for observing nature both indoors and out. “We want our guests to experience what is can be like to wake up above the clouds, be renewed, be still, be inspired, and just bee on the brow,” said Rachel. An renovationextensiveallowed the Sterns to give their classic Mentone home an updated charm. The four guestrooms are named for different types of honey and each has en suite bath and Smart TV. Rooms are located on both the lower and upper levels and host either queen or king-sized beds. Amenities vary from brioche,peachesrosemaryhummingbirdstreuselbuttermilkfeatherweightcommonlyBreakfastorgluten-free,restrictions,aboutshouldreservationsthegourmetcomfortandsignatureaviews.windowsdining,bedding,soakersomeroom-to-room;offerafireplace,tub,extrain-roomorextraforbetterBreakfastincludeslocallysourcedcoffeeblendseasonalsouthernstapleswithleanings.Attimeofmakingguestsnotifythehostsanydietarysuchasdairy-free,plant-basedneeds.selectionsinclude;biscuits,toppedmuffins,potatoes,andcreambrisket,and

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The Wills Valley Rec Center in Fort Payne, Body Vision Fitness & Aquatic in Rainsville, and DeKalb MD in Fort Payne are the locations where Riggs teaches. At these locations, she teaches various classes which include; yoga, paddle board yoga, and dance. She has taught Zumba and spin classes as well. Riggs said her yoga classes are not fashioned after the spiritual aspect of eastern religion with chanting. She focuses on laughing, sweating, and having fun. “I like to look at my students and focus in on what will help them wake up to what their body needs.” She said she loves seeing people accomplish what they thought they never could do. “I’ve seen people in their seventies run and someone in their eighties stand on their head,” said Riggs. “It is so exciting to see will find Bee on the Brow Bed & Breakfast Inn. The guesthouse opened in October of last year. proprietorsThePete and Rachel Sterns have people reach their goals.”Atthe Spring Grove Apartments in Fort Payne, along with several others, Riggs volunteers her time to assist the senior citizen residents. Dancing to music from the past and simple movements such as passing a balloon overhead to others are just some of the ways she gets older individuals to increase their activity level.Being an “exercise junkie” is something Riggs openly admits to. “I love the feeling exercise gives me,” said Riggs. “I exercise every day and I encourage everyone to move as much as they are able to.” In 2009 Riggs obtained certificationsnecessarythe to teach fitness classes and hopes to continue for as long as possible on this livedcourse.bothacross the United States and abroad while Pete served in the military and decided upon retirement Mentone was to be their forever

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• The adoption of the new Police SOP manual•Added Jimmy Brooks to the software for the DepartmentSanitation in the amount of $500 • Empowered the Mayor to sign a change order for holders of the Sanitation Soft-Pak Software in the amount of $583.56

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District 1. Mr. Davis was a land surveyor for over forty years. Mr. Davis was instrumental in the construction of a bridge on County Road 51. At one time, the bridge was the longest bridge in Northeast Alabama, spanning over 300 feet.On December 22, 2018, at the age of 88, Mr. Davis passed away. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, June Barksdale Davis, and their four children: Jane Jordan, Joe Davis, Jerry Davis; Jay Davis Dunn, and a host grandchildrenof County.citizensserviceMr.bridgeBlackHarrisCommissionersHarcrow,Presidentgreat-grandchildren.andCommissionRickyalongwithTerryandLesterdedicatedtheinhonorofDavisforhistotheofDeKalb

ReporterDEKALB COUNTY, ALA. -- Sharon Riggs can be found all over DeKalb types.classesinstructingCountyfitnessofnumerousShehasbeen a fitness instructor for over a decade and resolutely believes that continued movement is the key to feeling good for as long as possible.Riggs is currently training for her third 50-mile run and has entered hundreds of races of various lengths. “I can do the 50-mile race in about 17 hours,” said Riggs. However, she says at present her favorite form of exercise is yoga, because it is the joining of breath with movement. “To me, yoga is whatever you want it to be,” said Riggs. “It can be strenuous Bycanpeaceful.restorativeorandEveryonedoit.”

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sweet potato hash. “I am currently working on my own version of Lane Cake to share with guests,” said Rachel. “Lane cake comes up several times in Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird and is about as southern as southern gets.”Cozy spaces are allocated for putting puzzles reading,together,playingcardsorboardgames,orjustdaydreaming.Thehostswillmakedinnerreservationsfortheirguests.GuestscanchoosetodineprivatelyorinagroupwheneatingattheInn.Outdoorsvisitorswillfindafirepitandseatingscatteredacrossthepropertyforoptimalrelaxationandrestoration.ContacttheInnviatheirwebsitebeeonthebrow.com,email:beeonthebrow@yahoo.com,orcall256-542-7725.FollowonFacebookandInstagram.Locatedat16951C.R.89,Mentone.

ReporterMENTONE, ALA. – Along the brow of Lookout Mountain seekers of tranquility

The DeAngelus and Morgan Property .6 Acre, Four Room, One Bath House in Cherokee County, AL 2350 County Road 83 | Centre, Alabama The property is located six tenths of a mile off Highway 411 just outside of Centre, Alabama in Cherokee County.

Court Ordered Sale

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The Wilbanks & McKenzie Property 10 Acres in 2 Tracts, 3 Bedroom House, Large Garage Building in DeKalb County, AL 895 Brandon Street | Sylvania, Alabama The property is located at 895 Brandon Street (County Road 213) in Sylvania in DeKalb County, Alabama. The Clayton Property LAND! LAND! LAND! 87 Acres in 7 Tracts on Sand Mountain | Henagar, AL

Friday - August 19, 2022 - 7Southern Torch 800-222-5003 auctionsunited.com James Givens AL Broker Lic Q4D 8246 James Givens AAL 1218 A Jame s Licensed• Bonded• Insured 16 Commerce Court, Rome, Georgia Saturday August 27th 10:00AM 87 Acres in 7 Tracts 0n Sand Mountain in Henagar, Alabama Real Estate Terms: A 10% Buyers Premium will be added to the highest bid and will be paid the day of the sale. The balance is due on or before closing within 30 days. For more information: Call Jim Givens at Auctions United, 800-222-5003, Wilson Realty, 256-845-1530, Randy Wilson, 256-997-6972, or Beau Wilson, 256-844-7298 Co-Broker Wilson Realty 256-845-1530 Directions: From the intersection of Alabama Hwy 75 and Hwy 40 in Henagar go north on Hwy 75 for 4 miles, turn right on Crabtree Lane, go 0.3 miles, turn right on Co Rd 715 and go 1 mile. The property will be on both sides of the road. Look for the Auctions United signs. The Clayton Property Check our video on YouTube under “The Clayton Property, Henagar, Alabama” LAND! LAND! LAND! Auction Site: On the property site on County Road 715 County Road 715 UPCOMING AUCTIONS Court Ordered Sale

ORDERED BY THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DEKALB COUNTY, ALABAMA

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ORDERED BY THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CHEROKEE COUNTY, ALABAMA

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