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President Gerald Ford was the only U.S. President that was awarded the Eagle Scout rank. Many who have achieved the Eagle Scout rank have gone on to achieve great things, including Hank Aaron, former Walmart CEO Sam Walton, and astronaut Neil Armstrong. Brown first became a scoutmaster on March 20, 1973. His

Tax FROM PAGE 1 new school system was built upon anticipated revenues and expenditures. The study identified possible tax increases needed to not only form a new Rainsville City School System but to sustain it going forward.

Main Force Sewer Line from 50 Taters to Hwy 75. The Council passed Resolution 03-06-2023 which approved the TAP Sidewalk Project Construction Agreement from Shiloh Ranch Road to Dilbeck.

In other business, the Council:

• Hired Rodney Higgins/CDL Driver

Effective 3-1-23 @ 16.58 per hour

March 11, Moon Lake Library Book Club - Let’s talk about books! Sometimes we read and discuss the same book. Other months, we share book recommendations. This is a great way to meet new friends and also get some good ideas about what to read next. 10:30 am - 11:45 am. 4607 Alabama Hwy 117, Mentone, Alabama 35984.

March 15, Art

Talk - Art Talk is where artists gather to talk about what moves them to create art, what is really created in that moment is community. A community of likeminded people who speak the same language. A community of people who are genuinely interested in learning and supporting each other. If this sounds like your kind of gathering, please join us. Bring your art and share your process. Held at the Moon Lake Library in Mentone. 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

March 16, DeKalb County Hospital Association - DeKalb County Hospital Association dba DeKalb Ambulance Service will hold their regularly scheduled board meeting on March 16, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in the Carson Educational Building at DeKalb Ambulance Service, 208 Airport Road W, Fort Payne, AL. The public is invited to attend.

March 16, The Cherokee Presence with Larry Smith - Larry Smith of Guntersville will trace the evolution of the Indians from pre-historic times to the removal of the Cherokees in 1838 at a free talk hosted by the Mentone Area Preservation Association (MAPA) on Thursday, January 19. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. CST in the Bill Berry Community Room at Moon Lake Village. 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm.

March 17, Yoga

Walk-Dusk to DarkExperience yoga while enjoying the beauty that is Desoto State Park. Walk along the park’s boardwalk trail, following Laurel Creek. Listen to the sounds of Azalea Cascade as instructor Destin Padgett guides you in slow & easy yoga poses. Time: 6:00 p.m. Where: DeSoto State Park-Fort Payne, Alabama. Meet at

Senator Steve Livingston presented a proclamation to Scoutmaster Brown for his 50 years of service. Livingston stated that according to records, Brown is the longest-serving Scoutmaster from one troop in the State of Alabama.

Brown plans to continue his service with the Boy Scouts of America as long as his health allows him.

“This is going to take a good deal of money and a lot of thought needs to be done before we decide on moving forward on this project” stated Rainsville Mayor Rodger Lingerfelt.

The feasibility study can be found on the City of Rainsville website.

At the Rainsville council meeting, the Council bid out construction of a road to the proposed Public Works Facility Site, with bids to be opened on April 5 at 10 a.m.

After going into Executive Session, the Council accepted a bid from Lambert Contracting, in the amount of $367,235.00, for the

• Approved Travel/ Training Request— Sandy Little for Revenue Training

• Announced the closure of Rainbow Ave South to Clements Road on Monday, March 13 for Tile Work

• Approved an Emergency Light Beacon for the Rainsville Fire Department that will aid Department Personnel entering Hwy 35 • Donated $500 to the Rainsville City Chamber for upcoming projects The next regular Rainsville Council Meeting will be on March 20, 2023. A work session will begin at 4 p.m. and the regular session will begin at 4:30 p.m.

Sandy Creek Apartments

159 George Wallace Dr. Rainsville, AL 35986

O ce Hours are every other Tuesday and every Wednesday from 9AM - 4PM

Please Call: 1-(256)638-6959 TDD/TYY #: 800-548-2546 the Talmadge Butler Boardwalk Trailhead on Co. Rd. 89 . $5.00 per person.

March 18, Free Airplane RidesWeather Permitting: Free Airplane rides for youth ages 8 - 17. 9am - 12pm CST at the Fort Payne, AL Airport. Located near I-59, exit 222. Parent or Guardian must sign. Experimental Aviation licensed pilots.

March 18, Dutch Oven Demo - Dutch ovens have been in use for hundreds of years; especially when our country was expanding and families were on the move. Unable to bring their large cook stoves with them, women learned how to cook entire meals from stews & soups to bread & desserts, in their Dutch ovens. Learn the basics about Dutch ovens, how to clean & care for your cookware, AND cook (& eat!) dinner & dessert at the same time! Starts around 10 am, located at JSU’s Little River Canyon Center.

April 15, Meet

A Machine - Meet a Machine is designed to provide the public with the opportunity to see, touch and learn about vehicles used by public service agencies and local businesses. These vehicles include emergency response vehicles, planes, aircraft equipment, construction equipment, etc. Food will be available for purchase.

All proceeds will benefit the DeKalb County Children’s Advocacy Center. Adult tickets are $5. Children are free. Tickets are available at https:// meetamachinefp. ticketleap.com/ meetamachinefp/ details.

April 27 - May 7, Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical at Northeast Alabama Community College - Packed with highenergy dance numbers, catchy songs and an unforgettable star turn for a young actress, Matilda is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.. Visit nacc.edu for tickets!

Bids

The DeKalb County Hospital Association dba DeKalb Ambulance Service, a public entity, is hereby requesting proposals for one (1) Wheelchair van (minivan). Detailed bid specifications may be obtained from:

Mail: DeKalb Ambulance Service

P.O. Box 680643 Fort Payne, AL. 35968

Physical Address: 208 Airport Road Fort Payne, AL. 35968

Or by calling: Gregory Gilliam, Operations Manager 256-845-4027 ext. 103 greg.gilliam@ dasems.com

Bid quotes must be submitted to the above address no later than March 15, 2023, at 11 am.

All quotes must be submitted in sealed format and labeled “Ambulette Bid”.

Bids not received by the stated deadline and/or improperly formatted will be rejected.

The DeKalb County Hospital Association reserves the right to interpret all matters pertaining to the bid award and to reject any or all bids. Bids will be opened at the office of the Director, Cheryl Turner, at 12 pm on March 15, 2023. The DeKalb County Hospital Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, national origin, creed, color, or other basis as prohibited by law.

Said notice to be published February 24, March 3, & 10

Bids

Solicitation for Quotes/Estimates

The DeKalb County Hospital Association dba DeKalb Ambulance Service, a public entity, is hereby requesting proposals for bushhogging services for the locations listed below.

I. Scope of Service:

A. To provide land clearing consisting of bushhogging for the following locations:

1. Approximately 3 ½ acres behind DeKalb Regional Hospital. Please call for the exact location and description as no public access is available to this tract of land.

2. Approximately 18 acres adjacent to the Rainsville location at 1093 McCurdy Avenue North.

II. Timing of Service:

It is expected that these tracts of land will need to be cleared twice per year usually around May and October. The provider shall provide proof of insurance for the term of the agreement.

Commercial General

Liability of no less than $100,000.00, $200,000.00 each occurrence. DeKalb Ambulance Service

P.O. Box 680643 208 Airport Road Fort Payne, AL. 35968

This bid is for bushhogging services for the DeKalb Regional Medical Center and Rainsville tracts. The bid must include a price per tract/per mowing. Bid quotes must be sent to the address above no later than March 15, 2023, at 3 pm. All bids must be submitted in sealed format and labeled “Bushhogging Bid”. Bids not received by the stated deadline and/or improperly formatted will be rejected.

Any questions regarding the bid or site reviews are to be directed to: Cheryl Turner, Director Phone 256-8454027 Ext.101

Email: Cheryl.turner@ dasems.com

The DeKalb County Hospital Association reserves the right to interpret all matters pertaining to bid award and reject any/or all bids. Bids will be opened at the office of the Director, Cheryl Turner, on March 15, 2023, at 4 pm. The DeKalb County Hospital Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, national origin, creed, color or other basis as prohibited by law.

Bids

Invitation to Bid

The DeKalb County Hospital Association dba DeKalb Ambulance Service, a public entity, is hereby requesting proposals for lawn care services at each campus of DeKalb Ambulance Service.

I. Scope of Service: To provide all weed trimming, edging, mowing, and general detail work to the following campuses:

1. 208 Airport Road Fort Payne, AL. 35968

2. 4845 County Road 20 Geraldine, AL. 35974

3. 37844 U.S. Highway 11 Hammondville, AL. 35989

4. 1093 McCurdy Avenue North Rainsville, AL. 35986

5. 512 North Valley Avenue Collinsville, AL. 35961

6. 19712 U.S. Highway 117 Ider, AL. 35981

II. Service Specifications:

A. Weed trimming around all trees, shrubs, and stationary objects and edging of all concrete/asphalt surfaces. In addition, weed control shall be applied around the buildings and sidewalks.

B. Mowing of all grass at each campus listed above. The campus located at 37844 U.S. Highway 11 in Hammondville has an adjoining lot that is to be included in the bid.

C. Blowing of all mowing, edging, and weed-trimming debris from all concrete/asphalt surfaces.

III. Timing of Service:

The number of mowing times may vary based on growth rates and mowing times per month will be agreed upon at the beginning of each month. The Fort Payne location will need to be mowed every 7-10 days, all other locations usually every 10-12 days. The provider shall provide proof of insurance for the term of the agreement.

Commercial General Liability of no less than $100,000.00, $200,000.00 each occurrence.

DeKalb Ambulance Service

P.O. Box 680643 208 Airport Road Fort Payne, AL. 35968

This bid is for lawncare services for each campus of DeKalb Ambulance Service. The bid must include a price per yard/ per mowing. Bid quotes must be sent to the address above no later than March 15, 2023, at 3 pm. All bids must be submitted in a sealed format and labeled “Lawn Care Bid”. Bids not received by the stated deadline and/or improperly formatted will be rejected.

Any questions regarding the bid or site reviews are to be directed to: Cheryl Turner, Director Phone 256-8454027 Ext.101

Email: Cheryl. turner@dasems. com

The DeKalb County Hospital Association reserves the right to interpret all matters pertaining to bid award and reject any/ or all bids. Bids will be opened at the office of the Director, Cheryl Turner, on March 15, 2023, at 4 pm. The DeKalb County Hospital Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, national origin, creed, color, or other basis as prohibited by law.

Legals

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF DEKALB COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NO.: 2023-64

IN RE: THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SUZANNE P. GRAVES, DECEASED

NOTICE OF VERIFIED PETITION FOR SUMMARY DISTRIBUTION OF having been filed in the abovestyled cause by Petitioner, W.V. Graves, III, it hereby ORDERED that this matter shall come for final hearing on the 12 day of April 2023 at 9 o’clock. a.m. in the Probate Court of DeKalb County, Alabama.

Said notice to be published March 10

Pre-MovingGarge & Shed Sale

Dates: March 17 & 18 from 8:00pm - 4:00pm

146 Harley Dr Ne, Fort Payne, AL.

(Follow signs - Lookout Mountain)

Chief Davis would like to thank Fort Payne Police Officer’s and Investigators, Dekalb and Cherokee County District Attorney’s Office and Investigators along with the Center for Applied Forensics at Jacksonville State University.

The name of the shooter was not officially released.

Items include: Antiques, Building Supplies, Musical Instruments (giutars, banjos, mandolins, violins, trombone, harp), Estste items, and Vintage Quilts. For more information call Toni (256)478-0628