By Cliff Williams Staff Writer
Reeves said he couldn’t comment about details related to the charges because of the age of the victim.
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Wetumpka man arrested for child sex abuse and porn
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
NJ man denied bond in Wetumpka rape case
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Chamber holds luncheon welcoming members
A man who traveled from New Jersey last week to Wetumpka for work is now facing a first-degree rape charge.
Franklin Cesare-Hesse, 36, of Phillipsburg, New Jersey, arrived in Elmore County on Thursday and was arrested Saturday night following a sexual encounter in Wetumpka. A woman walked “nearly a mile” to the Wetumpka Police Department to report the incident. When no one was at the department Saturday night she walked home and called 911.
By Cliff Williams Staff Writer
An investigation is under way after the Wetumpka Police Department arrested a man for second-degree rape and three counts of production of child pornography with minors.
The Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce held its annual luncheon to install new officers and board members for the first time in a while Thursday.
Officers arrested Malik Johnson, 23, of Wetumpka, Saturday morning and booked him into the Elmore County Jail on the charges.
The COVID-19 pandemic put a hamper on gatherings but the chamber celebrated the successes of business in Wetumpka.
perpertraitor being 16 years old or older and engages in sexual intercourse with another person who is 12 years old or older but less than 16 years old and the age difference is two or more years.
“We haven’t been able to do this for the last couple years,” chairperson Clay McConnell said. “Your attendance is an indication people want to get back together and have these opportunities to see each
“It is the same minor victim for all the charges,” Wetumpka police chief Ed Reeves said.
Reeves said he couldn’t comment about details related to the charges because of the age of the victim.
Alabama law describes second-degree rape as a
It is a Class B felony and if found guilty of second degree rape, Johnson faces a prison sentence of two to 10 years.
See CHAMBER, Page A3
Johnson was also charged with first-degree possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Johnson posted a $212,000 bond and was released Sunday afternoon.
New arena to be used for FFA rodeo
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
If you think something is different on the chutes and fences at the Wetumpka FFA Alumni Rodeo this weekend, it’s because there is.
Thanks to a partnership between the City of Wetumpka, the Elmore County Commission and Central Alabama Electric Cooperative, a new lighted rodeo arena has been
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WETUMPKA’S SNAIL TRAIL GETS ANOTHER STOP
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Wetumpka officials
celebrated Friday as the Fall Line
views of the river and is so accessible.”
Wetumpka founding director Jenny Stubbs.
Holtville’s Futral Alabama principal of the year
award was presented to Futral on Friday, Jan. 28 during a schoolwide assembly at Holtville High School. Elmore County Superintendent Richard Dennis was in attendance for the presentation.
The High School Principal of
Overlook opened to the public.
It is the next stop in the Tulatoma Snail Trail through downtown Wetumpka.
“Kyle Futral is an exceptional principal and is very proactive and innovative in his thinking and approaches to managing his school,” Dennis said, As principal of Holtville High School, Futral has transformed the school culture from that of a school struggling with low morale, achievement and attendance to a school that strives for excellence. By collaborating with staff, many of the school’s issues were identified and addressed. Futral’s leadership style of listening, encouraging, supporting, organizing and challenging the staff and students, caused the school culture to
The newest small park in downtown Wetumpka features benches, a map of the state showing the fall line and panels featuring information about the formation of the area. But one thing is truly special — the scenery.
The small pocket park has been designed and constructed over the last 14 to 18 months. It also helped with storm water runoff downtown.
Main Street Alabama and the Alabama Power Foundation each provided a $25,000 grant for the project. Wind Creek Casino and Hotel also provided financial support for the project. The City of Wetumpka did as well.
shift in a positive direction. The school experienced a 62 percent decrease in discipline referrals, 50 percent decrease in chronic absenteeism, 7 percent increase in the graduation rate, 33 percent increase in CCR rate and a 20 percent increase in ACT proficiency in the last five years.
“We started with the Elmore County Museum,” Stubbs said. “We were able to get a group together to fix rotten wood, broken glass and remove old carpet on the stairs. We also worked on the sidewalk and installed benches.”
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“The view is amazing,” Main Street Wetumpka executive director Haley Greene said. “It has great
The park is located along the bank of the Coosa River between The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts and Coach’s Corner.
The snail trail was the brain child of Main Street
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From there, Main Street went to The Alley and Merchants Way. All have spots for someone to sit and learn a little about the area. The path takes visitors and residents by downtown shops and restaurants. The trail was part of the puzzle to bring businesses and people to
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Volunteers donated their time to put the pieces of the rodeo arena into their final place.
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Obituaries
JOSEPH CLINTON CULVER
Joseph Clinton (Rabbit) Culver passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2025 at the age of 92. Rabbit was a resident of Millbrook, Alabama for 68 years, and a life-long resident of Elmore County.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of seventy years, Nora Jean Flippo Culver; parents, Joseph Devaughn Culver and Hassie Lee Collum Culver, and five siblings of which he was the youngest. Rabbit is survived by his daughter, Ginger Barganier (Jon); son, Danny S. Culver; grandchildren, Jonathan Barganier (Leigh) and Emily Alexeev (Denys); and great grandchildren: Nash Barganier, Jeb Barganier, Everly Alexeev and Kate Alexeev. Rabbit was a graduate of Holtville High School in 1950 where he was a cheerleader, and member of the football and basketball teams. He was employed in the trucking and freight business for over thirty years. He was an active member of Coosada Baptist
Police Reports
WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMENT
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• Christie Edwards, 35, of Clanton, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.
APRIL 23
• Quandarius Hall, 30, of Montgomery, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear.
APRIL 22
• Melvin Sullivan Jr., 30, of Elmore, was arrested for failure to
Church for 67 years. He loved the town of Millbrook and served the community in a number of ways. He worked to establish Stanhope Elmore High School and was the oldest living trustee of its original Board. He was also a founding member of the Stanhope Mustang Quarterback Club. He worked to establish the Tri Community Water System. Rabbit was an active member of the Millbrook Mens Club since 1960 and was a perennial cook of the camp stew for their annual barbecue sales. He was a member of the Hampden Sidney Masonic Lodge in Millbrook. He was a loving husband, father and “Poppa.” He loved Millbrook and Elmore County and its people. He loved Coosada Baptist Church and his Sunday School Class. He loved the lake. He loved NASCAR and the Crimson Tide, and Rabbit loved to talk about everything and everybody he loved. He was not shy and never met a stranger.
appear.
• Susanne Kloss, 39, of Auburn, was arrested for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
• Chase Decarlo, 32, of Wetumpka, was arrested for failure to appear.
• Don Stanley, 57, of Wetumpka, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Jamal Garrott, 44, of Montgomery, was arrested for attempting
In Millbrook, “Rabbit” left no doubt that you were talking to the one and only! A visitation will be held on Monday, April 21 at Coosada Baptist Church from 10:00 to 11:00, followed by a service led by Dr. Jim Graham at 11:00. A graveside committal for family will follow at Brookside Memorial Gardens in Millbrook.
Pallbearers are Paul Brooks, Red Herring, Jonathan Barganier, Nash Barganier and Ricky Moore. Honorary Pallbearers are Randy Naylor and the Journeyman Sunday School Class.
The family wishes to thank the special caregivers who have loved and cared for Rabbit these last years: Kim Cole, Janice Milton, Barbara Patterson, Sue Cole, and Pearleen Graham. A special thanks to Brandy Romero, hospice nurse and Gentiva Hospice, and to neighbor and dear friend, Doris Wade. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Coosada Baptist Church.
to elude, possession of drug paraphernalia and tampering with physical evidence.
APRIL 21
• Joey Wood, 29, of Prattville, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear.
APRIL 19
• Franklin CesareHesse, 36, of of Phillipsburg, New Jersey, was arrested for first-degree rape.
• Kelly Taylor, 44, of Clanton, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance.
• Russell Dingman Jr., 57, of Deatsville, was arrested for two counts of failure to appear.
• John Herring, 31, of Deatsville, was arrested for four counts of failure to appear.
APRIL 18
• Domestic violence was reported on U.S. Highway 231.
APRIL 17
• Harassing communications was reported on Coosa River Parkway.
Child sex sting defendants get lower bond
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Five of eight defen -
dants arrested during a Prattville Police Department undercover operation in March saw cash restrictions taken off their bond requirements.
In March, the Prattville Police Department arrested eight men from across Alabama and Wisconsin during an undercover operation. Walter Whiddon, 34, of Dadeville; Tavares Murphy, 22, of Wetumpka; Patrick Murry, 47, of Montgomery; Isaiah Smith, 30, of Alabaster; Cenen Barrera, 22, of Montgomery; Owen Strizic, 48, of Platteville, Wisconsin; Austin Kinsey, 25, of Prattville; and Juan Quintero-Caudillo, 35, of Montgomery were booked into
the Elmore County Jail on March 31.
All were charged with electronic solicitation of a child and traveling to meet a child for an unlawful sex act. Barrera was also charged with third-degree escape. All had bonds of $90,000 cash while Barrera’s was $105,000.
Barrera, Kinsey, Murphy, Murray and Smith went before Elmore County District Court Judge Glen Goggans Wednesday and waived their preliminary hearings. They also requested the cash restriction
be removed from the bonds. Goggans granted the request.
According to the incident reports included in court records, the defendants were identified during an undercover operation designed to arrest individuals who solicit children, in this case undercover chat operatives posing as 15-year-old children for the purpose of engaging in unlawful sex acts.
“They believed the children to be under the age of 16 and at least three years younger than the defendant,"
the report states. “(The) defendant communicated via text messages.” The messages include agreements to engage in sexual acts in exchange for money.
The defendants then traveled to the Prattville hotel and were arrested. It is a similar operation the Autauga County Sheriff’s Office conducted in November where 15 men were arrested. They were also charged with human trafficking.
Whiddon was out of the Tallapoosa County Jail on a $2,500 bond for trafficking opium following a March 2023 arrest.
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Humane Society of Elmore County News
Local shelters celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
By REA CORD HSEC Executive Director
Wednesday April 30 is
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. What a great day to bring awareness of all the wonderful pets that are in shelters locally and across our country. Right here in our River Region, we have three shelters that house anywhere from 800 to 1200 total pets in the shelters and foster homes, and that number is starting to climb rapidly as kitten season is now underway. That is a lot of unwanted and displaced pets in need of new and loving homes for one three-county region.
Of course, the first thing we hope happens for the lost pets coming into the Humane Society of Elmore County is
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for their owners to come and reclaim them. All of us are fielding dozens of lost and found pet reports daily and working to reunite pets as we would much rather get a pet back to its owner than have to find it a brand new home. But owners have to be active in looking for their pets and not give up too soon. Call shelters, use social media and keep your lost posts updated. Having photos is really important as we often get descriptions that do not really match what we are seeing.
After the legal stray holds and for those surrendered by owners, our next steps are getting them ready for adoption. In this day and age you can easily check out pets looking for homes using the internet
— the two oldest and most active sites are www.petfinder.com and www.adoptapet. com. Now, will you see more than 800 pets online between our three shelters? No; there are many steps we all have to take before adoption — some might be under medical treatment, or too young for adoption or are being evaluated for any behavior issues, possibly being held for court actions, waiting for spay or neuter appointments or other limitations. Shelter staff play a kind of animal Rubik’s cube all day long as new animals come in, medical issues are addressed, fosters step up, animals are readied for adoption, adoptions and transfers (to rescue partners) happen and yes, when euthanasia is
determined to be necessary. That means these online adoption sites are updated daily, if not hourly so what you see there today may be quite different tomorrow. What you will get when adopting from our area shelters are pets that have been fully vaccinated, treated for internal and external parasites, previously spayed or neutered or as a condition of adoption and microchipped; the HSEC also registers the pet’s microchip to the adopter during the adoption. Shelter staff also evaluate these pets and do their best to help potential adopters make a good adoption choice based on numerous factors that take into account the pet’s personality, activity level,
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Dory is a female Lab mix puppy, 5 1/2 months old and should be in the 45-50 lb range when fully grown. She is a sweet, happy, playful pup who loves everyone and just wants a forever family to call her own.
The Humane Society of Elmore County’s adoption fees are $100 for dogs and $50 for cats under 1 year old. Cats over 1 can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, deworming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs, rabies vaccination if old enough and a free health exam with your participating veterinarian.
If you are interested in meet-
ing Olivia or any of the pets at HSEC, the first step is to fill out an adoption application online. Once approved, you will be contacted by someone from the humane society. HSEC is located at 255 Central Plank Road in Wetumpka. The phone number is 334-567-3377 and the website is www.elmorehumane.org.
Huntsville man arrested for smuggling drugs into state prison
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Correctional officers seized drugs being smuggled into Elmore Correctional Facility Annex.
Observant Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) employees noticed someone throw a package over the fence at the state prison Wednesday. According to an ADOC release Alabama State Troopers with assistance from ADOC Communications apprehend-
ed Duonta Lanier, 35, of Huntsville. He was charged with trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking synthetic narcotics, trafficking oxycodone, first-degree possession of marijuna and possession of drug paraphernalia.
“This arrest was a collaborative effort of ADOC Correc-
tional Officers, K-9 and Narcotics Units, and the Alabama State Troopers,” ADOC said. Authorities seized 99 grams of ecstasy, 188 grams of methamphetamine, 337 grams of marijuana, 52 grams of sprayed paper and a set of digital scales.
Lanier was transported to the Elmore County Jail. He has a $4,516,000 bond available to him.
The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be pending.
breed propensities as well as the adopter’s lifestyle, living situation and personal preferences. Since far too many of these pets have been discarded at least once, our goal is to help make a ‘good fit’ placement that will be successful for pet and human alike which is the key to successfully adopting a pet.
We have an Adoption Application process so that we can help potential adopters make a good choice for pet and people alike. All of our pets listed online have the link to fill out our application online at the bottom of their information. If you want to do a Wish List Adoption Application to tell us what you are looking for, you can fill out that here: https://
www.elmorehumane.org/ wish-list-adoption-application.html. Telling us things like breed types, age range, male or female, coat length preferences, and other features will help us stay on the lookout for a potential match and we will email you with info and photos of any pet we think might fit your ‘wish app.’
So when you are considering your next pet, please check your local shelters as we can promise there are animals with years of love to give you, and shelter staff who want to help you find your perfect match.
Rea Cord is the executive director of the Humane Society of Elmore County.
Elmore County man convicted of child sex abuse, facing rape trial in Marshall County
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
It took jurors 90 minutes to decide the fate of Willam Boland Wednesday afternoon. They jury decided Boland, 39, of Elmore, was guilty of sexual abuse of a child younger than 12. Boland abused an 8-year-old victim in the parking lot of the Millbrook Walmart in July 2023. He was arrested in September 2023. Boland faces trial in Marshall County for two counts of first-degree rape, where many of the same witnesses from Elmore County are expected to testify in June. 19th Judicial Circuit District Attorney C.J. Robinson said the victim in Marshall County is younger than 12.
“William Boland is a danger to all communities and his disgusting crimes against multiple innocent children had to be stopped,” Robinson said. “Thank God he no longer can continue to leave a path of destruction in the lives of children.
“I am blessed to have a dedicated team of AllStars at the DA’s Office,” Robinson said. “I am also grateful for the excellent work of the Millbrook Police Department and Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy Center, our partners in seeking the truth and pursuing justice.”
Robinson said those partners help prosecutors do their job in cases such as this.
“Because of the outstanding work on the part of investigators, forensic interviewers and advocates, as prosecutors, we were able to focus on the legal presentation of the evidence to the jury so they could see Boland for what he really is — a child predator that deserves to be locked in a cage.”
The young person in this case is a survivor, not a victim, and she is a fighter who chose to look a monster in the face and say, ‘no more.’” Robinson credited many in Boland’s conviction.
Circuit Court Judge Joy Booth will sentence Boland next month.
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Spring has sprung
Spring is here, and you can certainly feel it. Although it may feel like January was yesterday, the sunshine and warm weather are here to stay for the next few months. While duty calls and work is at the top of mind for many, it’s important to take a minute to enjoy the sunshine.
Work is one of the most important things in life — it keeps the bills paid, food on the table and a roof over your head. Getting carried away with a job is easy for many, especially those who are passionate about what they do. But, there’s more to life than work.
Every week, many devote 40 hours of their life to their occupation. In a week, that adds up to 200. In a year, 10,400. It’s easy to let work occupy a large part of your mind, and yet it already takes up most of your life. But there’s an entire world outside of your office space, so why not take some time to go see it?
There’s no better time to explore the world than the warmest and brightest time of the year. Whether it’s a trip to see family, starting a new outdoor hobby or just taking a walk outside, it’s important to enjoy spring while it’s here. Take the warm weather as an opportunity to have new experiences with friends, loved ones and family members.
Spring only comes around once a year, so take the time to enjoy the warm weather and sunshine before it’s gone again. The next time you worry about what might happen while you’re on vacation, remember to enjoy the warm weather. It will only be around for so long.
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Bring back the 90s rom-com
Ilove many movies and book genres, but one that I think is excelling in the book world but floundering in the movie world are romantic comedies.
According to Book Riot, one of the predictions for 2024 in the book world was the rise of romance subgenres — including the rom-com. Over the past couple of years, many popular romantic-comedy novels have come out, such as “The Unmatchmakers,” “Book Lovers,” “Get a Life, Chloe Brown” and “Love, Theoretically.” Despite a clear love of this genre in one medium, it’s been very quiet in the film department. The most recent rom-com to my memory to make some waves was “Anyone but You.” And yet it was met with only slightly above average reviews getting six out of 10 stars on IMDB. Not to say it wasn’t a good movie, but many rom-com fans felt the movie was missing that rom-com magic. The 90s rom-com had a way of balancing romance and comedy that can be harder to find. Many of these rom-coms emphasize the comedy side through witty dialogue, similar to old Hollywood films like “Singing in the Rain” or “His Girl Friday.” Especially in the
late 2000s, the comedy side leaned more into slapstick or physical comedy.
This isn’t to say one type of comedy is better than the other. Many effective rom-coms use multiple styles of comedy. But for a rom-com to be a rom-com, it also must create a compelling love story. The romance side is very reliant on the two lead’s chemistry, the clear understanding of why the two like each other and a plot that creates a love story that is believable for the world these characters exist in.
“Bridget Jones’s Diary” is one example of a rom-com that creates a balance between the comedies, chemistry between the leads and a compelling love story. There are elements of witty dialogue, such as the work email sent between Bridget and her boss/pseudo lover interest Daniel. There are physical gags like during Bridget’s first day of work at the TV station.
But there is also the romance side, loosely based off of Pride
and Prejudice, it is an enemies to lovers story. Yet, by the end of the story it’s clear why Bridget has fallen for Darcy and why Darcy has fallen for Bridget. There is of course the famous line given by Darcy to Bridget of, “I like you, just the way you are.” That acts as the crux of the love story as so much of the film is Bridget finding ways to change herself to who she thinks she should be. Of course, it’s not just “Bridget Jones’s Diary” that strikes this balance, you can make the same argument for “When Harry Met Sally,” “Pretty Woman,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” “Notting Hill,” “Legally Blonde,” “Clueless,” etc. There have been some romcoms in more recent years that have captured that balance like “Crazy Rich Asians” or “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” both of which were based on books. So perhaps it’s time for Hollywood to take a page, or perhaps a whole book, from the publishing industry. People are craving rom-coms so let’s put it back on the menu.
Abigail Murphy is the Dadeville beat reporter for Tallapoosa Publishers Inc. She can be reached at abigail.murphy@ alexcityoutlook.com.
The future of public television hangs in the balance
In May, 1961, Alabama Public Television celebrated its 6th birthday as the nation’s first educational television network. Across the country, public television signals were beginning to blink on in those still-early days of TV, but the pace wasn’t fast enough for Newton Minow.
Minnow was then the newly appointed head of the Federal Communications Commission — a position he took seriously as the “keeper” of the nation’s broadcast airwaves. Those airwaves, he believed, were not up to the job they were tasked with fulfilling, that of keeping America’s viewers not just entertained but also informed and engaged in their world.
Minnow went so far in his May speech to the National Association of Broadcasters that year as to lecture them about the content of their emerging industry — calling its program offerings a “vast wasteland” of boredom. He urged broadcasters to do better. And they did.
Within six years a national system of educational television was organized by Congress and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) was created. In just a couple of years we met Fred Rogers in his new TV “neighborhood,” and we all began humming the theme song to “Sesame Street” as we welcomed new friends Bert and Ernie to TV’s expanding program mix. Many other significant successes in television programming followed. The CPB has served us well. Today, we face a crisis with public television — and the issue is the funding it so desperately needs. The president has threatened to reduce or even eliminate funding for public television and public radio, and the villain in this drama, as in so many dramas
these days, is politics.
Some voices in power don’t like some CPB programs. Other voices in positions of power believe certain programming is vital to a healthy mix of ideas in the TV marketplace. We struggle to agree, or to even try to find a compromise.
Here in Alabama, members of the Alabama Educational Television Commission are appointed by the governor. The commission, in turn, appoints members to a Foundation Board to oversee the funding of the organization from a variety of sources, one of which is the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. As chair of the Foundation Board, I write today to focus the public’s attention on four basic facts about this critical funding source:
• Of the approximately $23 million annual APT budget, almost $3 million comes directly into our state from CPB — about 13% of the total. Cuts of that magnitude would devastate almost any budget, public or private. Services — including programming — would likely be reduced, and a pinch felt even possibly in staff support.
• Public television is not allowed to “sell” its available programming time and must rely for support on the good will and charitable spirit of donors — like many of you. These efforts would certainly be ramped up, but a 13% mountain is tough to climb in the funding world. It’s not likely that the gap could be appreciably closed.
• Nationally produced educational programming would face deep cuts, as would locally produced, Alabama-specific programs. In-person teacher training programs would not be exempt.
• APT and other public broadcasters across America provide a reliable and secure fiber “backbone” that activates in times of emergencies or disasters, including the dissemination of severe weather information as well as ancillary services such as supporting the Amber Alert network. For the 22nd year in a row, public television was ranked last year as the nation’s most trusted institution, with 76% of Americans agreeing that public television provides an excellent value to communities. Public media has earned the broad support of the American people, across the political spectrum, including 65% of those who voted for President Trump who think public television is either adequately funded or underfunded, according to a recent YouGov survey. That bipartisan support in the public has been consistently reflected in Congress, which approved funding for public media just a few weeks ago in the final fiscal year 2025 funding bill. I strongly believe that, were Newton Minow alive today, he would join forces with the nation’s public broadcasters to preserve — not destroy –- this critical funding for public television, and that he would be a proponent of the variety of programs offered on public stations today. In that spirit, I strongly urge Congress to reject any destructive proposals to rescind, cut or eliminate public media funding.
Barry Copeland is the chair of the Alabama Education Television Foundation Authority.
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Court documents reveal details of Elmore County Food Pantry theft
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Some details related to theft from the Elmore County Food Pantry and its thrift store are now known. Plus, bonds for former board president Jeff Andrews and director Kathy Hall have been lowered following their arrest for first-degree theft.
Court documents state the Wetumpka Police Department was called to the Elmore County Food Pantry Thrift Store about missing money on March 8, 2025. The call comes after employees had asked about a raise in October 2024 and told no due to the store not making a profit and a confrontation between an employee with Andrews and Hall over missing money.
According to court documents, between July 1, 2024, and Dec. 31, 2024, $19,325.92 in cash was taken from the Elmore County Food Pantry Thrift Store.
“Over several months, Andrews persuaded Hall, the food pantry director, to leave funds from thrift store sales outside the safe so that he could use them for personal reasons,” an affidavit for warrant states. “In addition to this, Andrews took funds directly from the thrift store’s safe, depositing only a portion of the money into the charity’s bank account.”
The incident report states there is supposed to be video surveillance in the office where the drop safe is located but the cameras have not been operational for an “unknown period of time.”
Andrews and Hall were arrested on April 10 and charged with first-degree theft. They had a $30,000 cash bond available to them.
Both were before Elmore County District Court Judge Glen Goggans Wednesday. Andrews had requested a preliminary and bond hearing. Hall had requested only a bond hearing.
Andrews waived his preliminary hearing.
Goggans gave both a $20,000 regular bond on the conditions they returned any property, keys and debit cards through their attorneys that belong to the food pantry and thrift store.
Andrews and Hall posted bail Thursday.
As the issue developed in the food pantry, former Elmore County Food Pantry board president Larry Dozier was asked to return to the organization. Last week, he said the food pantry is still operational.
“We are still serving our clients at the food pantry and the thrift store is open,” Dozier said last week. “There are some new faces around but it is business as usual.”
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UNNECESSARY FARCE: The Wetumpka Depot Players are presenting Unnecessary Farce from April 24 to May 10. Go to www. wetumpkadepot.com for more information and tickets.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
FATHER-DAUGHTER and MOTHER SON DANCE: The Redland Elementary School PTO is hosting its Legendary Royal Ball from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 26. Mothers are welcome to bring their sons. Fathers can bring their daughters to the Redland Elementary School cafeteria. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.redlandelem.ptboard.com.
SATURDAY, MAY 3
Wetumpka Depot Saturday, May 10. It is a live painting competition. For more information go to www. wetumpkasbattleofthebrushes.com.
JULY 7-11
MEETINGS: Eclectic Town Council meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at Town Hall. Council meetings begin at 7 p.m. with work sessions taking place prior to the meeting at 6 p.m. Meetings are held in the Dr. M. L. Fielder Municipal Building, 145 Main Street.
NAACP MEETINGS: The Elmore County Branch No. 5026 of the NAACP meets at 6:30 p.m. every third Tuesday (executive committee) and every fourth Tuesday (full membership) at the Martin Luther King Center at 200 North Lancaster St. in Wetumpka.
WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: Lighthouse Ministries of Central Alabama presents Edify Women’s Conference. The conference will focus on worship and exploring God’s word. The cost is $20 for early birds or $30 general admission. The conference will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 3 at the Eclectic Ballroom.
SUNDAY, MAY 4
YOUTH THEATER CAMP: The Wetumpka Depot Players is hosting a musical theater camp for ages 8 to 15 July 7 to 11. Send an email to kmeanor@wetumpkadepot.com for more information.
JULY 14-27
YOUTH THEATER CAMP: The Wetumpka Depot Players is hosting a two-week teen intensive camp for ages 13 to 18. Send an email to kmeanor@wetumpkadepot.com for more information.
OPEN MIC: The Equality Performing Arts Center hosts an open mic jam session from 7 to 9 p.m. every second Friday of the month at 560 Highway 9 in Equality. There is no charge but donations are welcome as they keep the center running. Bring a snack or finger food to share during the intermission.
RED HILL COMMUNITY CLUB
CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Blue Ridge Baptist Church will be hosting its 60th anniversary at 11 a.m. May 4 in Wetumpka. Special music by Reborn Harmony and Clarence Mann. There will be a message, testimonials and a meal.
SATURDAY, MAY 10
MAY
MARKET: Eclectic the Beautiful will host its fourth annual May Market from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 10. It is a fundraiser for the organization and will feature more than 75 vendors ranging from food, crafts, artwork, jewelry, paintings, wreaths, bows and more. There will also be food vendors.
CRAWFISH BOIL & MUSIC
FESTIVAL: The Reeltown Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a crawfish boil and music festival beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday May 10 at 19700 Highway 49 South Notasulga. Music will include Jeff Bates, Andy Griggs, Russell Craig, Devin Moon, Jeff and the Johnsons and Shades of Gray. Admission is $35 and food is separate.
BATTLE OF THE BRUSHES: Sunshine and Pixie Dust is hosting Battle of the Brushes at the
SATURDAY, SEPT. 27
OKTOBERFEST: Main Street Wetumpka will host its annual Oktoberfest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 27 in downtown Wetumpka. Featured will be vendors, a kids’ zone, entertainment and a biergarten.
SATURDAY, OCT. 11
COTTON FESTIVAL: The Town of Eclectic will host its 32nd annual Alabama Cotton Festival from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 11. Vendor registration is now open with early-bird specials ending Aug. 1. This is Eclectic’s largest annual festival.
ONGOING
SUPPORT GROUP: The last Thursday of every month, Restoration 49 Coffee Shop plays host to a support group for parents who have lost a child. The meetings begin at 6 p.m. each month. For more information, please contact Heather Baker at hbakerjj@aol.com.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: Preschool Storytime takes place at 10 a.m. every Friday at Wetumpka Public Library.
MEETINGS: Red Hill Community Club Meetings are held every second Monday of the month. Join the Red Hill Historical Preservation Association in the auditorium of the Old Red Hill School, located off state Route 229 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss upcoming events.
MOUNT HEBRON CHURCH OF CHRIST: Come join us at 4530 Mt. Hebron Road in Eclectic. Our Sunday school begins at 9 a.m. followed by worship service at 10:30. There is also a Wednesday night Bible study at 7 p.m. For more information call Pastor Edwin Walker at 334-541-2025
LUNCH AND LEARN: Lunch and learn Tuesdays with Kelly are scheduled at the Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery at 124 Company Street in Wetumpka from noon to 1 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information, visit www.thekelly. org.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
GRACE POINT: Celebrate Recovery meets at Grace Point Community Church at 78223 Tallassee Highway in Wetumpka each Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. All are welcome to the meetings which provide a safe and loving environment for individuals seeking to conquer their hurts, habits and hangups. For more information, visit www.Gracepoint.info or contact Gwin Greathouse at gwingreathouse@ gmail.com.
PHOTOS BY CLIFF WILLIAMS | TPI
It took a few hours but just about every name of the Wetumpka High School Class of 2025 was called Thursday during an awards program. The school celebrated those who have enlisted in the military, those who earned academic, athletic, music and theater scholarships and presented a number of community based scholarships honoring loved ones with connections to the school.
Family values at the root of new Millbrook restaurant
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Three generations have come together for the Jaguar’s Spot in Millbrook.
It’s been a lifelong dream of Phyllis and Larry Price. They along with son Larry Jr. and daughter Piliki and granddaughters Gioia, Alessia, Antonia, Federica and Soul are the sole employees of the family operated restaurant that officially opened last week.
“This has been a dream of parents since they met in middle school,” Piliki said. “This is a work of passion, a work from the heart and something they’ve worked towards for
more than 40 years.”
Piliki and her children moved to Millbrook several years ago with the Jaguar’s
Spot in mind.
“I’m really, truly blessed to have both of my parents in my life still,” Piliki said.
“It allowed me to walk away from something that I felt like wasn’t serving my family well anymore, and help my parents bring this to life.”
Larry has decades of experience in food service in the military. Phyllis also has a love of cooking and the pair has collected many recipes over the years.
“I just went by my aunt’s house about a week ago and asked her for some of her recipes,” Phyllis said. “I baked her cake and it was gone in a couple of days. Little did I know when I saw last Thursday, she would pass Monday.”
The military has exposed the Prices to German, Italian,
Dance studio comes to Wetumpka
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
Grayson Elijah saw an opportunity to fill a void in Wetumpka and offer the community something she loves — dance.
The Prattville native has been around dance studios all her life.
Elijah danced in college and is still a teacher at Southern Union Community College. She saw a need after a recent move to Wetumpka.
“I’ve taught my whole life,” Eli-
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installed at the Wetumpka Sports Complex. The best part is it will stay and host multiple events each year.
“The cowboy church has an arena but no bucking chutes,” volunteer and rodeo organizer Sid McKissick said. “This one has the chutes and Central Alabama Electric has installed six LED lights.” McKissick and the FFA
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jah said. “I was like, ‘This area needs (a studio).’ I’ve heard from other parents about wanting and wanting to bring their kids somewhere that does competition dance as well.”
Elijah plans to teach a variety of styles of dance at Studio 1 Eleven such as ballet, jazz, hip hop and contemporary. Students can be as young as 18 months, where they work on balance, to adults wanting to have fun.
“We want to create a community,” Elijah said.
The dance studio at 2747 Holtville Road features two dance rooms and a parents lounge with closed circuit television allowing parents to watch their children from the other side of a wall.
Studio 1 Eleven is currently offering drop in classes, month-to-month classes and will have summer camps initially.
“Then it is full fledged dance classes in August,” Elijah said. “They will run through the school year.”
“It is exciting to see what used to be so tattered, ragged and rough around here,” Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis said. “Downtown is now a shining spot in our community.
alumni worked with the commission and city to get an arena. Loads of dirt were hauled in as well to create the “floor” of the arena and stalls.
McKissick and others worked into the darkness several nights to assemble the Priefert arena and chutes.
“I don’t know of another place around here that’s got anything set up like that, in that it’s permanently installed,” McKissick said. “They didn’t do this
The details of the incident were reported during an Aniah’s Law hearing Wednesday before Elmore County District Court Judge Glen Goggans. Investigator Chase Davis testified Hesse had been communicating with the victim and her brother via social media prior to his interstate travel from the northeast. Hesse was offered a job.
“They were surprised he came,” Davis said.
Hesse had taken a Greyhound bus to the area. When he arrived Thursday, Hesse stayed in a homeless shelter. Friday night he stayed in the victim’s home sleeping on the couch. On Saturday, Hesse was home alone with the victim.
“He went into the bedroom and started to
just for this rodeo. They’re gonna have multiple events out there throughout the year.”
The idea is for the facility to be scheduled through the city. It will allow rodeos year round. Barrel racing all the time as well. There are ideas to eventually cover the arena and maybe even enclose it.
McKissic said Wetumpka and Elmore County can get ready for events to come. He should know with more than two
massage and kiss her back,” Davis said. “He pulled down her pants.”
Davis said Hesse held down the victim during intercourse.
Officers described the victim as distraught and upset when they arrived on the scene.
Hesse was on the scene when police arrived and detained prior to Davis’ arrival.
The victim was taken to Montgomery for a sexual assault exam. Purple and red discoloration was described on the victim’s thighs. There was a bite mark on the victim’s back.
Davis interrogated Hesse at the Wetumpka Police Department into the early hours of Easter Sunday. Davis said Hesse reported text messages and social media messages with the victim as being flirtatious.
“(Hesse) stated they had sex and it was consensual,” Davis said. “She gave him
Russian and Asian foods.
“We have a couple of combinations of, I would say, cultures and all around food,” Piliki said. “We have primarily soul food, but we also have international foods. You name it, it’s probably there.”
Phyllis has always liked jaguars.
“It is powerful, strong and I’ve always been that in my family,” Phyllis said. “So I’m carrying it on, and I want to show my grandkids to be a jaguar.”
Larry has created his dream kitchen. Phyllis and the girls have decorated the space on Main Street in Millbrook.
The grandchildren have
helped in other ways too.
One helped create the logo.
Another is taking on the catering operation. Another has gotten into baking and the Jaguar’s Spot features a counter full of sweet treats. Currently there is no sitdown option at the Jaguars Spot.
“You can sit and wait for your food, but we’re not allowed to let people sit down and eat, “ Piliki said. “But we still want to serve you to the best of our ability. We do have plans for a patio in the back in the future.”
In the meantime food can be ordered to go, call in and through DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats.
Who would have ever figured that you would see this renaissance.” There is nothing currently on the drawing board to create another stop on the snail trail.
decades experience as a bull rider and rodeo clown.
“I traveled all over the place,” McKissic said. “These guys will go from rodeo to rodeo. They will hit two to three in a weekend.”
McKissic and the FFA are hopeful the new arena and the $8,000 in local money for prize money for competitors will attract good competition for this weekend’s rodeo.
“When they are putting together their schedule of
vibes.”
“We have a couple of things coming up,” Greene said. “There is nothing we’re ready to reveal yet. We have to raise some more money, so since we used it all in this project.”
where to go, competitors look at that local money,” McKissic said. “It lets winners take a good bit more home. The more there is, the better competitors show up. The new arena just makes it all the better. It means the world to me to get this kind of local support for the FFA rodeo and other rodeos.”
The Wetumpka FFA Alumni Rodeo started in 2018 to help raise funds to support FFA programs. It paused for the COVID-
Davis said the bedroom comforter was slightly in disarray and the bedsheets were still on. Those along with evidence from the sexual assault exam were forwarded to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences.
Hesse gave up his phone to law enforcement. With the help of the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office Davis hopes to find more evidence related to the case such as the messages leading up to the alleged rape.
Goggans also heard about Hesse’s past encounters with law enforcement as he traveled back and forth between New Jersey and Pennsylvania with multiple arrests and convictions such as making terroristic threats and aggravated assault.
Davis said law enforcement had been in contact with Hesse’s probation officer in Lawrence County Pennsylvania.
19 pandemic in 2020 but has been back every year since.
“It’s turned into a great fundraiser,” McKissic said. “The community has really supported us in the cause.”
The rodeo is Friday and Saturday at the Wetumpka Sports Complex. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and mutton busting starts at 6 p.m. There will be a horse parade through downtown Wetumpka at 10 a.m. Saturday.
“She had already initiated a probation revocation before this incident,” Davis said. Hesse has no known connection to the area beyond the victim and the brother and has little to no financial means.
Defense attorney Brandon Stone made the argument a reasonable bond should be set because Hesse didn’t flee. He stayed at the scene and didn’t realize there was an issue until police arrived.
“There may be evidence of consent through the phone,” Stone said. “It is a case of her word against his.”
Goggans denied bond for Hesse.
“I may change my opinion on bond with phone evidence,” Goggans said.
Hesse still has an opportunity for a preliminary hearing where further evidence could be presented.
As of Thursday morning there was no mugshot available.
Guests celebrate at the ribbon cutting for Studio 1 Eleven, a new dance studio in Wetumpka.
It’s a national thing
Greetings from the corner of Bridge and Bridge. It is a lovely spring morning as I write this column.
Storms may be raging elsewhere, but things look pretty clear here for the moment.
Tomorrow is the National Day of Prayer. On May 5, 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill into law. That bill reads: The President shall set aside and proclaim the First Thursday in May in each year, as a National Day of Prayer, on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.
On April 17, 1952, a bill initiated by Mr. Conrad Hilton of Hilton Hotels and Senator Frank Carlson of Kansas was passed (Public Law 82-324, Sec. 119). That bill reads: The President shall set aside and proclaim a suitable day each year, other than a Sunday, as a National Day of Prayer, on which the people of the
United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.
I have one simple question as we approach the National Day of Prayer 2025. Why did it take 36 years for a passed bill to become signed, legal practice? If you research the history of the bill Reagan signed into law, you will find details of its journey over those years. Chalk it up to legislative process, I suppose.
I have been fascinated by American government since I first began to learn about it in seventh-grade Civics class. I am not sure why, but I was immediately interested in the founding principles and evolution of our national system of government. Of course, over time, that fascination led to powerful examples of its strengths and weaknesses.
Before I go any further, allow me to make one thing clear. I am an advocate
BETHLEHEM EAST
BAPTIST CHURCH
Bethlehem East Baptist Church will have all Sunday school classes beginning at 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning followed by regular service at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary. We will continue with Facebook
Live Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and Worship Service at 11 a.m.
CARRVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH
Regular hours of service are Sundays- 9 a.m. Sunday School and 10 a.m. Morning Worship.
Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. the church offers Children’s Gospel Project, Youth Bible Study and Adult Prayer Meeting. Regular office hours
are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
EAST TALLASSEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
ETUMC’s Rivers Edge Flea Market is now closed. The church will start a new project called Rivers Edge Food Pantry. ETUMC will provide canned food, water, dry beans and rice, blankets, and jackets. If you want to donate or help with the cause, call Joan Wood at 334-312-4913.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY
Please join us for Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Lee Lowery will celebrate the Holy Eucharist. We are asking everyone please to wear
a mask. The service will be live streamed on Facebook https:// www.facebook.com/EpiphanyTallassee/ For more information, visit the church website at http://epiphanytallassee.org/
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
First Presbyterian Church, located at 514 Central Blvd. will host a Veteran’s Day Celebration on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. for all veterans and first responders and their family members.
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
“We are OPEN and everyone is WELCOME! Come worship with us in person Sunday mornings at 8:50 a.m. (contemporary) or 11 a.m.
for and supporter of our system of government. I have always believed that the democratic republic is the best way to govern a country. The system is not and will never be perfect, but its very structure provides ample opportunity for evolutionary growth.
It took twenty-two years for the original bill passed in 1952 to result in the formation of the National Prayer Committee. It took two more years for the four members to be selected. The committee was finally, officially formed three years later in 1979.
I bring up this history as a means of sparking some individual and communal reflection.
The original language presented and passed in 1952 is simple and easy to understand. The language finally signed into law is nearly identical to the original language. What was all the fuss about? What the extensive process?
I do not claim to have any idea what
(traditional). Sunday School for all ages is offered Sunday mornings at 10 a.m., and a nursery is available for infants.
CHILDREN & YOUTH: meet Sunday evenings from 5-6:30 p.m. and Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15 p.m.; supper is included both days! For more information about our church or the programs we offer, visit our website: fumctallassee. com or call us: 334-283-2195.
FUMC Tallassee - 1 Jordan Avenue.”
HILLSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
Invites you to join us each Sunday at 9:45 a.m. for Sunday School, followed immediately by our Worship Service at 11:00 a.m. Bible Study is Wednesday at 6:00
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the fuss was all about. I am not interested in digging up the past to try and figure that out. I am very interested and fully vested in observing the original idea and not repeating the history of its evolution into signed law.
Since 1988, the first Thursday of May has been designated a National Day of Prayer. Citizens across the nation are encouraged to engage in a dedicated time of prayer for community at the city, county, state, and national level in their prayer practice of personal choice. There is no need for further justification or explanation.
Pray for our nation. Pray for the earthly kingdom as a whole. Pray to God in the manner of your covenant relationship to God. Sounds like a no-brainer to me. How about you?
Rev. Yarboro is the Pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Wetumpka
p.m. We also offer a Sunday evening prayer gathering for those wishing to join together in prayer. If you need prayer or know someone who does, you may call 33-567-9695 and leave a voicemail prayer request or drop a prayer request by our prayer box located on our sanctuary porch. We will carry all requests to the Lord in our hour of prayer. Hillside is located at 405 Old Montgomery Highway in Wetumpka. If you have questions, please call us at 334567-9695.
HILLSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
Angel’s Attic ministry provides clothing for all members of the family. The Attic is located at 210 Old Montgom-
ery Highway and is open each Wednesday afternoon between the hours of 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. If you wish to donate clothing items, please do so during the Wednesday hours of operation. This is a free service to the community. We look forward to seeing you soon!
OUR LIFE’S JOURNEY Airs every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. on 580 WACQ, FM 98.5 & 101.1, on your smart speaker, your TuneIn app, or on our website www.wacqradio.com. Please share on social media. This set of programs features Msgr. Charles Troncale, Fr. Mateusz Rudzik, Fr. James Dean, Fr. David Carucci, Fr. Patrick Driscoll, and Deacon Jim Labadie.
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. – John 3:17
stirs up strife, but
Five SE athletes sign scholarships for college athletics
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
The gym at Stanhope Elmore High School was full of excitement Friday as five different students inked their next athletic endeavor in college.
“This is a big day for us here at Stanhope High School,” athletic director
Hunter Adams said. “These kids are getting to continue their dream of playing in college.”
Jamari Coleman will play football at Huntingdon College; Zoie Holmes will play volleyball at Lawson State Community College; Jay Meyers will play soccer at Mississippi College; Thomas Richardson will play soc-
Stanhope Elmore defeats Helena in game three to reach quarterfinals
By ANDREW SIMONSON Shelby County Reporter
HELENA – The Stanhope Elmore Mustangs are heading to the quarterfinals of the Class 6A playoffs after defeating the Helena Huskies in game three of their second round series.
Stanhope Elmore won game three 4-3 on Monday, April 28 at Helena High School after a 3-2 win in game one and a 15-2 loss in six innings in game two on Saturday, April 26.
After the series was pushed back to Saturday and Monday due to rain, Helena took an early 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first of game one thanks to a one-out RBI double from Nick Peters.
The Huskies kept the Mustangs at bay all the way through the sixth inning when a Davis Kelley RBI double took the lead to 2-0 ahead of the seventh and final inning.
Stanhope got a chance to bounce back when an error with one out in the top of the seventh moved Jordan Jones from first all the way to home to open up the scoring. Another
error put Luke Payne on second and gave the Mustangs two runners in scoring position with just one out.
A sacrifice bunt from Brayden Smith tied up the game at 2-2 and left Payne on third for Mack Boswell. He came up with an RBI double to take a 3-2 lead that Stanhope held on to in the bottom of the seventh thanks to a one-two-three inning. Jones was 2-for-3 with a run while Jackson Stallworth finished 2-for-4, and Smith and Boswell each secured an RBI. Tyler Woodham took the win with just one earned run in seven innings against six hits and no walks.
For Helena, Brayden Dockery took the loss despite earning nine strikeouts and not allowing any earned runs while going the distance. Peters was 2-for-3 with an RBI.
Game 2 saw the Huskies also get in front with a run off an error in the top of the first and another thanks to a Sam Odom sacrifice fly after a lead-off triple from Kelley to start
Stanhope Elmore reached the quarterfinals with a game three win over Helena after an early home run set the tone.
cer at Southern Union State Community College and Toni Taylor will throw the discus and shot at Huntingdon College. All the student athletes acknowledged family, God and friends as being a large part of their dreams to play at the next level becoming
HOLTVILLE DOMINATES AREA TOURNAMENT, ADVANCES TO
REGIONAL PLAY
The Class 5A Area 5 championship remains in Deatsville.
The Holtville softball team cemented a clean sweep against area opponents on Saturday in the area tournament and punched its ticket to regionals.
The Bulldogs opened with a 6-1 win over Marbury with the team accounting for seven total hits on the day.
Bailea Boone, Avery Goff, Anna Lawrence, Victoria Bullock, Kinsley Faulk, Maddie Oates and Laylin Graham
Wetumpka, Stanhope Elmore heading to Montgomery
The Class 6A Area 4 will be well represented at the AHSAA regional tournament with the Wetumpka and Stanhope Elmore softball teams in attendance.
The Indians served as the host of the area tournament, which meant the first round of action was between the Mustangs and Percy Julian. The Mustangs jumped out to a dominant lead and did not look back, finishing 20-2. They scored 18 runs in the second inning to end the game prematurely. They accumulated 13 hits on the day with Hayden Bush going a perfect three-for-three at the plate. Savannah Wyatt manned the circle, pitching a perfect game through two innings.
Stanhope Elmore advanced to duke
it out against Wetumpka, where the inning pulled away with a 3-2 victory.
Stanhope Elmore struck first with two runs from Anaijhai Russell and Taylor Burkett. However, Wetumpka put up a consistent effort scoring runs in the first, third and fourth frames to squeak away with a victory to advance to the area championship game. Wetumpka’s Ava Farmer accounted for two of the Indians’ runs while notching a single in the bottom of the third inning.
The Mustangs would find themselves going against Percy Julian for a second time, with the result being the same in a 16-1 victory. Although not as flashy as the 18 scored in the second inning of the first game, the Mustang put up a total of 15 runs through the first two frames. Russell and Alex-
all racked up hits on the day.
Brooke Findley manned the circle for the first game, striking out five batters and walking two. She allowed four hits and one run through all seven innings on the day. Even though the Bulldogs snatched a win, it took a while to get going. They finished the first three frames scoreless before piling runs up on the scoreboard. They saved their best outing in the bottom of the sixth inning, where the Bulldogs put up four runs while Marbury was left in the dust.
The late-game success carried over into the next
game against Brew Tech, where Holtville won 14-6. Boone, in typical fashion, made use of all her at-bats. She went four-for-five at the plate and scored three runs.
Kylie Snowden was not far behind either; logging three hits, two runs and three RBIs in her four at-bats.
Snowden and Goff added to the onslaught, each hitting one over the fence. In total, Holtville accumulated 16 hits in the championship bout.
Holtville is still waiting to see who its opponent will be in regionals but will begin play on May 5 and 6.
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Stanhope Elmore soccer coach Richie Beyer speaks about Thomas Richardson and Jay Meyers who signed to play at Southern Union Community College and Mississippi College.
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Stanhope Elmore’s Hayden Bush, 7, bats celebrates a run against Percy Julian Monday.
‘A program-defining win’
Holtville soccer captures first ever playoff win
By SAMUEL HIGGS Sports Reporter
The Holtville girls soccer team accomplished a feat that has not been done in program history — win a playoff game. It could not have been a more thrilling process either.
The Bulldogs escaped with a 2-1 victory, with the game coming down to penalty kicks where they outlasted Marbury, who bested them twice in the regular season. Even so, considering the team’s experience with extra time head coach John Starks knew they were going to pull through.
“Our girls all year have been resilient, and that was really the game they played,” Stark said.
“It was just resilient, (we) got up early with the goal in the first 10 minutes or so. We knew it was gonna be a battle the whole night, Marbury came back and tied it up like we thought they would. But from there on out, it was our ability to disrupt what they wanted to do. And I think that was the difference in the game.”
Stark keyed in the contribution of two younger players stepping up to the plate in the game; Reagan Santucci and Mackenzie Weldon. Each of them saw time in at goalkeeper, while fending off the Marbury attack.
“We battled some injuries here and there,” Stark said. “We had excellent play from our goalkeeper for the first, probably the first 60 minutes, she needed to come out and get a break. Reagan Santucci came in and really filled in. It’s not a position she’s very comfortable in, and it’s not some -
thing that she really looks forward to doing, but she answered the call and was really proud of her effort. Then I was really proud of Mackenzie Weldon for coming back into the game, I know she was hurting, but she came back in and was able to make the game winning save in that second round of kicks.”
This win is the start of good things to come for the Bulldogs, the team does have strong contributions from its three seniors, but the make up of the team is majority underclassmen.
“I’m very excited about the future of the program,” Stark said. “That game was a program defining win for us. We’ve been to the
playoffs before, but we’ve never won one of the playoff games. So it’s very, very uplifting for the girls, but we’re not done yet.”
Now, Holtville will face off against another familiar foe — Elmore County. The Bulldogs finished right behind the Panthers in the area standings, but Stark knows that familiarity can again play to their benefit.
“It’s going to be very similar to Marbury,” Stark said. “Elmore County is extremely athletic. They’re very talented. And I really feel like it’s going to come down to our ability to disrupt what they want to do. And that’s been our mantra is we’re playing for one more game.”
From smart picks to head-scratchers: Breaking down the 2025 NFL Draft
This was the first year where I was unable to watch the NFL Draft in the comfort of my home, but that does not mean I was not monitoring. Some moves I viewed as slam dunks while others left me with questions. I figured I could use this column to pick out some of the most notable moves.
Atlanta Falcons: I think everyone knew going into the draft that the Falcons needed to address one position above anything else — edge rushers. And, to their credit, they came away with two of the better edge players in the draft with Georgia’s Jalon Walker and Tennessee’s James Pearce Jr. as their first two selections. As a Georgia graduate, I have no beef whatsoever with Walker. I think he’s an amazing talent and he also ends an over decade-long streak of the Falcons not selecting a Bulldog with their first pick. I do have my concerns with Pearce though, he’s a bit leaner than you’d prefer an NFL edge rusher to be while being limited to pass-rushing
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is Kiddy each accounted for two hits while Bush accounted for a home run in her first at-bat.
Stanhope Elmore found itself in the area championship in another rematch against Wetumpka, but this time it was all Indians in the 12-0 win.
Wetumpka showed its prowess at the plate, finishing with 15 hits through six innings. Lily Davenport and Bailey Carlise each recorded a home run in the game,
situations with the Volunteers because of that lean frame. However, if we are to discuss whether or not they addressed a vital need, the Falcons did so.
New York Giants: When I got word that the Giants traded back into the first round, I almost immediately thought it was going to be Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders. But, in typical Giants fashion, they made a questionable choice going with Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart. I guess more than anything the front office believed that the last Ole Miss quarterback they selected took them to two Super Bowl victories, so it had to work a second time. Even so, head coach Brian Daboll almost immediately came out and said that Russell Wilson was going to start Week 1. Where they do deserve credit is with picking
while also each finished with three hits on the day. Farmer scored most of the runs for Wetumpka with four under her belt. The Mustangs finished with four hits on the day, two of which came from Bush while Wyatt and Jackson pitched in with one each. Wetumpka walked away with another area championship under its belt and will head into the regional tournament with the top seed. Stanhope Elmore will face off against the winner of the area it paired up with. Both teams will begin regional play on Thursday in Montgomery.
Abdul Carter from Penn State, he’s a legit prospect and if they can be happy about anything — it should be that pick.
Dallas Cowboys: I blame the Carolina Panthers for everything that transpired on Day 1 of the NFL Draft for taking Tetarioa McMillan. Because of that pick, it sent the Jones family into a scramble and made them do what they do best — pick a lineman. Cowboys have addressed either side of the trenches in four straight drafts, three of whom share the name Tyler and play on the offensive line. I understand that Zack Martin’s retirement left a massive hole on the offensive line, but the running back and wide receiver room also need a ton of help. As a Cowboys fan, I can’t say I’m shocked in all honesty. I have text messages to my college buddies saying I wanted McMillan or Texas’ Matthew Golden, but knew they were going to take Tyler Booker.
Jacksonville Jaguar: I felt I had to give a nod to my predecessor Henry Zimmer and
his favorite NFL team for their first-round selection. Heisman winner and Swiss army knife Travis Hunter is now a Jaguar, and honestly hats off to them for doing so. Hunter will be fun to watch alongside wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. who had a phenomenal rookie season while I imagine playing a role in the secondary. The rumblings of Liam Coen going big, more specifically on the offensive side, started to pick up a lot of steam heading into the draft with the possibility of Ashton Jeanty and talks of a trade. Although for a pretty steep price, the Jaguars accomplished that feat by bringing in the best overall player in the draft. What I am very intrigued to see is exactly what Hunter’s split is between the offensive and defensive side of the ball. I do think he’s athletic enough to play both sides of the ball at the NFL level, but not full-time. In my eyes, it’d be wide receiver mostly and in special situations on defense.
Philadelphia Eagles: To round out my notable picks I
went with the Eagles because they have a formula to their draft and yet all 31 other teams just let them do it. Their strategy consists of whoever is coming out of Georgia or Alabama that has fallen past their expected range. They did it with Devonta Smith, did it with Jalen Carter and heck even did it with Nakobe Dean in the third round — all of whom are viable starters on their team. This year it was Alabama’s Jihaad Campbell, who was regarded as one of the best at his positions and arguably a top 20 player in the draft. The Eagles got him at pick 31 after leap-frogging the Kansas City Chiefs to do so. As a sad and miserable Cowboys fan, I envy the Eagles year in and year out for doing the obvious move that takes them a step up each year. I can only hope one day that the Cowboys can do the same as they watch the rest of the NFC East get better while they fall slowly into mediocrity.
Samuel Higgs is the sports editor of The Outlook.
Ava Farmer and the Wetumpka softball team defeated Stanhope Elmore for the Class 6A Area 4 championship.
The Holtville girls soccer team won its first playoff game in school history, defating Marbury in penalty kicks.
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reality.
Holmes had been going to camps at Lawson State for the last two years with hopes of elevating her game and playing at college volleyball.
“It really means a lot because making it to the next level, that’s like the ultimate goal of playing sports in school,” Holmes said. “I was always, I was going to go to college regardless, but I really, really wanted to have the experience of playing ball. So it feels really good to be able to walk away from Stanhope Elmore to
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do that.” Holmes started to connect with the current team at Lawson State through a camp this past summer.
“They took a really strong interest in me,” Holmes said. “They really wanted me to come to their school and then I got the tour. I met the team. I stayed with the team. It was really a really good experience that I really enjoyed.”
Holmes will be close to family in Birmingham as her older sister Zyou is at UAB. Her younger sister Zori is going to the University of South Alabama. Richardson thanked God for his talents and giving him a chance to
the second. Helena took that 2-0 lead into the third, where they continued to do damage. With two on and one out, Hudson Campbell stole home ahead of an RBI single by Lane Harris to make it 4-0. Two batters later, Odom added another RBI to his total with an RBI double for the 5-0 lead.
Stanhope got on the board in the bottom of the third when a two-run home run by Stallworth cut the deficit to 5-2. That would be the only bit of offense from the Mustangs as the Huskies scored 10 unanswered runs after that.
After a scoreless fourth, Helena got the first two baserun-
play at the next level. Richardson also thanked his parents for all that they did for him to get him ready for high school and college soccer.
“I want to thank my parents for all the money and time they spent to get me to this point,” Richardson said. “I’d like to thank my coaches and my future coaches for putting their trust in me and just allowing me to play for the program. They have helped me improve to become the player that I am today.”
Richardson’s teammate Meyers signed with Mississippi College and has plans to attend seminary.
“I just wanted to
ners of the fifth aboard before a Kelley RBI double and an Odom sacrifice fly took the lead to 7-2. A Jonathan Roberto walk and a Nate Jones single set up a tworun double by Brett Cannon, increasing the lead to 9-2.
The Huskies quickly loaded up the bases in the top of the sixth with two singles and a Kelley walk. Odom drew a bases-loaded walk ahead of a Roberto sacrifice fly for the 11-2 lead. Jones was then hit by a pitch before Cannon singled to make it a 12-2 game.
Peters finished off the 15-2 win two batters later with a three-run, bases-clearing RBI double before a one-two-three bottom of the sixth wrapped up the run-rule win. Brayden Kendrick was
express how grateful I am for this opportunity,” Meyers said. “I would not be able to do this without Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. None of this would be possible. I want to encourage everyone in this room that doesn’t have Jesus as your Lord and Savior to talk to somebody to further that relationship with Him. Because without him, like, I wouldn’t be able to do this at all.”
Adams is also the football coach at Stanhope Elmore. He has been on the field with Coleman for the last four years and has grown a deep admiration for the student athlete.
“He’s a catalyst,”
4-for-5 with three runs, Cannon finished 3-for-5 with three RBI and a run and Harris went 2-for-4 with a walk, three runs and an RBI. Scott was 2-for-5, Jones went 2-for3 with a run and Kelley had a 2-for-3 day with a walk, three runs and an RBI.
Justin Mullenix finished with two runs off six hits and a walk across six innings to take the win.
Stallworth finished 2-for-3 with his two-run home run while the Mustangs used six different pitchers in the game.
In Game 3, Stallworth got Stanhope rolling with a single on the first pitch of the game to bring up Hayden Anderson. On a 1-2 pitch, Anderson launched a two-run home run to take a 20 lead that held all the way
Adams said. “When he has a great day of practice, where he has a great workout everybody does. You got to love that about him. He brings the energy in the room. There’s a reason that C is on his jersey.”
Coleman signed to play at Huntingdon College and got support from his family as he spoke to the student body.
“I want to thank my mom for being there for me when no one else was,” Coleman said. “She has been my backbone from the start of it all. I thank her for all the support that she’s given me throughout the years. No matter what it was, she
through the bottom of the fourth inning.
The Huskies got going in the home half of the fourth with a Kendrick single followed by a Harris walk and an error off a Campbell bunt. Odom then drew a bases-loaded walk to make it a one- run game, and after a pitching change, the tying run came across from an error off a Roberto grounder.
Jones then hit a ground ball to third and forced the Mustangs to make the easy out at third, allowing the go-ahead run to score for the 3-2 lead for Helena. Stanhope got out of a bases- loaded jam shortly afterwards and didn’t allow a single run the rest of the way.
The Mustangs responded in the top of the fifth after getting two aboard with one out,
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ABOVE LEFT: Stanhope Elmore’s Jamari Coleman, center, is supported by family as he announces he will play football at Huntingdon College.
ABOVE RIGHT: Stanhope Elmore’s Toni Taylor announces she will throw the shot and discus for Huntingdon College next year. She was also Stanhope Elmore’s mascot.
LEFT: Stanhope Elmore’s Zoie Holmes, third from left, poses with family after announcing she will play volleyball at Lawson State Community College.
was already there. She was always standing there in my corner.” Taylor has been Stanhope Elmore’s mascot. She is also an athlete who has tried many sports but being a thrower in track and field stuck.
“My mama’s been there for me every time I had a new sport in mind,” Taylor said. “I picked up basketball. Track and field she was like, ‘Go for it. She took me to each meet I had. She did not let me ride that bus at all.”
Adams said football athlete Arthur McQueen will sign at a later date.
“We are still evaluating some last minute offers,” Adams said.
and after a pitching change, an error by Helena’s new pitcher allowed Stanhope to tie up the game.
Another error on the next pitch put the Mustangs back in front 4-3, and they held that lead through the final two innings to seal the win.
Stallworth once again had a multi-hit game with a 2-for-3 day with a run, adding to his four strikeouts on the mound across three innings. Bryson Wright came in for three shutout innings before Payne finished the job in the seventh.
The Mustangs will now host the Spanish Fort Toros in the quarterfinals on Friday, May 2 at 5 and 7 p.m. at Stanhope Elmore High School with game three to take place Saturday, May 3 at 1 p.m. if needed.
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TO: ESTATE OF HENRY JEROME GOODMAN, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIE T. GOODMAN, SR., DECEASED; AND ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIE T. GOODMAN, JR., DECEASED; WILLIE T. GOODMAN III, WINFRED WISE, KONIKWA ZEIGLER BURDEN, DERIUS D. ZEIGLER, TWANDA TALLEY, TYRONE LASEAN GOODMAN, DAVID D. WISE, ROBERT J. ZEIGLER, KRESTON N. ZEIGLER, PERCY (DEE DEE) EDWARDS, PERSONDRA EDWARDS, AND DARRELL GOODMAN, OR IF DECEASED THEIR HEIRS AND NEXT OF KIN, AND HILLSIDE MORTUARY; JAMES MACK; LOUTELIA J. LYKES; SPRINT C/0 DCM SERVICES, LLC, BEING PERSONS OR ENTITIES WHO CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED IN THIS PETITION PURSUANT TO CLAIMS MADE IN THE ESTATE OF HENRY JEROME GOODMAN, DECEASED; AND MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC; AND TO ANY OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES AND TO ANY UNKNOWN PERSONS OR ENTITIES WITH AN INTEREST IN SUCH ACTION. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that in the above styled cause of action the Court has received pursuant to its prior Orders, funds which are presently being the Respondents to this action. The property which was the subject of this action is certain real property located in Elmore County, Alabama, described as: LOTS EIGHT [8] AND NINE (9) OF THE GADDIS SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN BY PLAT RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA, IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 80. Being the 2022 Elmore County Ad Valorem Tax Parcel No. 16 01 12 4 001 008.001 Court has scheduled a hearing for purposes of determining who is entitled to receive a part of the funds being held by the Court and determining the percentage interest of each such Party. Such hearing has been scheduled for a hearing to be held at the Probate Court at 100 East Commerce Street, Wetumpka on June 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. You may appear and be heard at such hearing.
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Name and Address of Attorney for Petitioner: JUSTIN D. EDWARDS, ESQ. The Law Firm of Edwards & Edwards, PC 109 East Bridge Street Wetumpka, AL 36092 (334) 514-1011
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Inc., and recorded in RPLY Book 2005 at Page 81473 on October 31, 2005, in the OfElmore County, Alabama, and secured indebtedness having been transferred to The Bank of New York Mellon as Trustee for CWABS, Inc. Asset-Backed LOGS Legal Group LLP, as counsel for Mortgagee or Transferee and under and by virtue of power of sale contained in the said mortgage will, on May 29, 2025, sell at public outcry to the highest bidder at the main entrance of the Elmore County, Alabama, Courthouse in the City of Wetumpka, during the legal hours of sale, the following real estate situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to wit: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY SITUATE IN THE CITY OF ELMORE, COUNTY OF ELMORE, AND STATE OF ALABAMA, TO WIT: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE, SITUATED IN ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA, TO -WIT: LOT 14, BLOCK 5, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OF PAIGE HILL ESTATES SUBDIVISION AS THE SAME IS RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA, IN PLAT BOOK 6, AT PAGE 15. BY FEE SIMPLE DEED FROM MICHAEL S. FOX AND CINDY C. FOX, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS SET FORTH IN DEED BOOK 2003, PAGE 33612 AND RECORDED ON 5/5/2003, ELMORE COUNTY RECORDS. THE SOURCE DEED AS STATED ABOVE IS THE LAST RECORD OF VESTING FILED FOR THIS PROPERTY. THERE HAVE BEEN NO VESTING CHANGES SINCE THE DATE OF THE ABOVE REFERENCED SOURCE. For informational purposes only, the property address is: 6835 Sanders Drive, Elmore, AL 36025. ANY PROPERTY ADDRESS PROVIDED IS NOT PART OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY SOLD HEREIN AND IN THE EVENT OF ANY DISCREPANCY, THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION REFERENCED HEREIN SHALL CONTROL.
This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. Furthermore, the property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS, WHERE IS. Neither the mortgagee, nor the employees, agents or authorized representative of the mortgagee make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition, including those suggested by Code of Ala. (1975) § 35-4-271, expressly are disclaimed. This sale is subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars and no/100 funds at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price must be paid inness on the next business day
LOGS Legal Group LLP at the address indicated below. LOGS Legal Group LLP reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder, or to reschedule the sale, should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. The Bank of New York Mellon as Trustee for CWABS, Inc. As2005-11, and its successors and assigns Mortgagee or Transferee LOGS LEGAL GROUP LLP 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 ***al_phone cmp***/ 21-020610 Attorneys for Mortgagee or Transferee
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 21-020610-FC01 PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Robert E Lee and Frieda D. Lee to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Amerigroup Mortgage Corporation a division of Mortgage Investors Corporation, its successors and assigns, dated March 6, 2010 said
Public Notices of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in Book 2010, Page 9513 . Said mortgage was subsequently sold, assigned and transferred to Planet Home Lending, LLC. Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the undersigned, Planet Home Lending, LLC, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse in Elmore County, Alabama on May 22, 2025, during the legal hours of sale, all of its right, title, and interest in and to the following describe real estate situated in Elmore County, Alabama, towit: A PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 20, RANGE 18, CONTAINING ONE ACRE, MORE OR LESS, AND BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGIN AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE ANTIOCH PAVED ROAD AT A POINT WHERE SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE INTERSECTS THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE OLD TURNPIKE ROAD, RUN THENCE IN A WESTERLY DIRECTION ALONG THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID ANTIOCH PAVED ROAD 210 FEET; RUN THENCE IN A SOUTHERLY DIRECTION AND PARALLEL WITH THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE OLD TURNPIKE ROAD A DISTANCE OF 210 FEET; RUN THENCE IN A EASTERLY DIRECTION PARALLEL WITH SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID ANTIOCH PAVED ROAD A DISTANCE OF 210 FEET TO THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID OLD TURNPIKE ROAD, RUN THENCE IN A NORTHERLY DIRECTION ALONG THE SAID WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF THE OLD TURNPIKE ROAD 210 FEET, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Property Street Address for Informational Purposes: 1740 Laurel Creek Rd Titus AL 36080 Said property will be sold “AS IS”. NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE AS TO THE TITLE OF SAID PROPERTY. Said property is subject to but not limited to: any outstanding ad valorem taxes - including taxes which are a lien but not yet due and payable, federal tax liens any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, covenants, and matters of record set out above. Said property will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto. The highest bidder must tender the total amount of at the time and place of sale. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand the rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all expenses of this sale, as provided in said Mortgage and by Alabama law. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. **This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.** Planet Home Lending, LLC, Mortgagee or Transferee
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In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Mobile Communications America, (Contractor), has completed the Contract for Construction of Elmore County Emergency Communications District-ITB Number 2024-01 at Kowaliga Tower Site 4731 Mt. Hebron Rd. Eclectic, AL 36024, for the State of Alabama and the (County)of Elmore CountyEclectic, Alabama, Owner(s), settlement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Elmore county Emergency Communications District
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Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by John M Cullpepper Jr ad Kassie D Culpepper, husband and wife, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Pacif-
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Millbrook shall receive and open sealed bids at 12:00 p.m. CST, Monday, May 5, 2025, at Fire Station 1, 3820 Grandview Road Millbrook, AL 36054, for the purchase of the following equipment: • (1) 2024 or Newer Ambulance Obtaining Bid Documents
The project is generally described as but not limited to the purchase of the above mentioned equipment as described in the bid invitation. The bid invitation and other associated documents may be examined and/or requested by contacting City Clerk Lori Davis at 334-285-6428 or lori. davis@cityofmillbrook-al.gov or Fire Chief Larry Brown (334) 285-6707 at larry.brown@ cityofmillbrook-al.gov. All bidders must comply with the requirements of the Contractor’s Licensing Law of the State the type of work for which a proposal is submitted. Award will be made only to competent and responsible bidders as mandated by Title 39 of the Code of Alabama. All bidders must be licensed under Title 34 of the Code of Alabama. The City of Millbrook, Alabama,
in any contract entered into this advertisement, women and minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in their judgment, the best interests of the City will thereby be promoted.
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SALE. Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Bryan T Stewart, married man, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Mortgage Research Center, LLC dba Veterans United Home Loans, on May 20, 2021, said of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in RLPY Book 2021 Page 45494; the undersigned PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, as Mortgagee/ Transferee, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse at Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama, on June 11, 2025, during the legal hours of sale, all of its rights, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Commence at the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 18 North, Range 17 East, Elmore County, Alabama; thence North 86 degrees 19 minutes East, 640.0 feet; thence South 02 degrees 53 minutes East, 499.8 feet; thence South 04 degrees 46 minutes East, 180.0 feet; thence South 86 degrees 08 minutes West, 100.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence from said point go South 86 degrees 08 minutes West, 100.00 feet; thence North 04 degrees 46 minutes West, 180.0 feet; thence North 86 degrees 08 minutes East, 100.0 feet; thence South 04 degrees 46 minutes East, 180.0 feet to the Point of Beginning. Being in the Northeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 18 North, Range 17 East, Elmore County, Alabama.. Property street address for informational purposes: 152 Meadow Ln Dr , Elmore, AL 36025. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR ENJOYMENT AND WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION OF ALL PARTIES ENTITLED THERETO. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) to Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price plus any deed recording costs and transfer taxes must be paid next business day at the Law at the address indicated below. Tiffany & Bosco, P.A. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, (“Transferee”) Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., 2501 20th Place South, Suite 300, Homewood, AL 35223 www.tblaw.com TB File Number: 25-03880-PM-AL
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES MICHAEL BARKLEY, DECEASED CASE NO: 2025-112 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of CHARLES MICHAEL BARKLEY, deceased, having been granted to SHERRIE MASON on April 4, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
SHERRIE MASON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CHARLES MICHAEL BARKLEY, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Personal Representative: GERALD C. BROOKS SERIOUS INJURY LAW GROUP, P.C. 2901 ZELDA ROAD MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36106 334-832-1001
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PUBLIC NOTICE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed on November 17, 2023 by KC Capital Private Fund 1, LLC, originally in favor of FTF Lending, LLC, and recorded in RLPY Book 2023 at Page 53281 on November 20, of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, and secured indebtedness having been transferred to Horizon Residential Income Fund 1 REIT, LLC. LOGS Legal Group LLP, as counsel for Mortgagee or Transferee and under and by virtue of power of sale contained in the said mortat public outcry to the highest bidder at the main entrance of the Elmore County, Alabama, Courthouse in the City of Wetumpka, during the legal hours of sale, the following real estate situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to wit: Commence at an iron pin at the SE corner of Lot “E” of an unnamed Plat of Lots A/F, as the same appears of record in the of Elmore County, Alabama, in South 87 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. West, along the South line of said Lot E and the North line Section 3, T17N, R17E, Elmore an iron pin on the East right-ofway of Sandtown Road, 50 feet said right-of-way, 75.71 feet to an iron pin, said point being leaving said right-of-way, South 87 deg. 25 min. 30 sec. East, thence South 02 deg. 18 min. feet to an iron pin on the East right-of-way of the aforemen-
Point of Beginning. Said parcel lying in the SW T17N, R17E, Elmore County, Alabama, and containing 0.53 acres, more or less For informational purposes only, Sandtown Road, Millbrook, AL ANY PROPERTY ADDRESS PROVIDED IS NOT PART OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY SOLD HEREIN AND IN THE EVENT OF ANY DISCREPANCY, THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION REFERENCED HEREIN SHALL CONTROL. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. Furthermore, the property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being
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y gage was last sold, assigned and transferred to CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. The undersigned, CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Elmore County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on May 27, 2025 the following property, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, to-wit: Lot 9 Block 6 Blue Ridge Estates Resubdivision, a subdivision according to a Map or Plat thereof which appears of record Probate of Elmore County, Alabama in Plat Book 4 at Page 78. Said property is commonly known as 654 Old Jasmine Hill Rd, Wetumpka, AL 36093. the property address and the legal description, the legal description will control. Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), the right of redemption of any taxing authority, all outstanding liens for public utilities which constitute liens upon the property, any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, easements, rights-of-way, zoning ordinances, restrictions, special assessments, covenants, the statutory right of redemption pursuant to Alabama law, and any matters of record including, but not limited to, those supeout above. Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the abovenamed or the undersigned. The successful bidder must present the winning bid at the time and place of sale. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. The sale will be conducted subsale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) of the status of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage. CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE, LLC as holder of said mortgage McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP 505 20th Street N, Suite 1775 Birmingham, AL 35203 Telephone: (205) 216-4238 FT21@mccalla.com File No. 25-06793AL
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25-06793AL/96995 PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS
The Elmore County Commission is seeking bids to construct the Wetumpka Sports Complex Field Improvements which include erosion control, clearing & grubbing, grading & excavation, concrete paving, synthetic turf and sodding in accordance with Information, construction plans and bid book are available from Elmore County Richie Beyer at wrbechd@ elmoreco.org. Sealed bids are to be received no later than 2:00 P.M. on TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025 -
The bids must be marked with the word “BID” on the outside of the bid package along with Bid Proposal for Inquiry 2025PW11, the bid date, name of the work, name of bidder, and the Alabama General Contractor’s on form bound in Project Manuor deductions to bid proposal will be accepted if written on two original copies of bid pro-able to Elmore County Commission in an amount not less than of the bid, but in no event more copy of General Contractor’sElmore County Chief
Beyer, Elmore County Commission 100 E. Commerce Street, Suite 200 Wetumpka, AL 36092
Bidders must direct all inquiries concerning construction plans and bid book in writing to Elmore Richie Beyer at wrbechd@
BIDS/2025-PW11 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ELMORE
Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Chase Anthony Pollard ,An Unmarried Man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as
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gy mortgagee, as nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns dated April 26, 2019; said mortgage being recorded on April 30, 2019, in Book 2019, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book of the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, ALABAMA.
The undersigned, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Elmore County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on the 22nd day of May, 2025 the following property, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, towit: Lot 4 of Waterview Ridge as the same appears of record in the of Elmore County, Alabama in Plat Book 22 at Page 12. Said property is commonly known as 120 Waterview Drive, Wetumpka, AL 36092. the property address and the legal description the legal description will control. Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), the right of redemption of any taxing authority, all outstanding liens for public utilities which constitute liens upon the property, any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, easements, rights-of-way, zoning ordinances, restrictions, special assessments, covenants, the statutory right of redemption pursuant to Alabama law, and any matters of record including, but not limited to, those supeout above. Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the abovenamed or the undersigned. The successful bidder must present the winning bid at the time and place of sale. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. The sale will be conducted subsale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) of the status of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage. LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC as holder of said mortgage McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP 505 20th Street North, Suite 1775 Birmingham, AL 35203 (205) 216-4238 FT21@mccalla.com File No. 25-06824AL www.foreclosurehotline.net
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 25-06824AL/96710 PUBLIC NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF STACEY L. BOTTIGER, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-115 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of STACEY L. BOTTIGER, deceased, having been granted to CYNTHIA S. BOTTIGER on April 16, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
CYNTHIA S. BOTTIGER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF STACEY L. BOTTIGER, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: REGINA EDWARDS THE LAW FIRM OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/BOTTIGER S. PUBLIC NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR PREQUALIFICATIONS AND BIDS Project: New Warehouse to Support Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex
PRE-QUALIFICATIONS PROPOSALS will be received on behalf of the Alabama Department of Corrections, for the below referenced project until 2:00pm Central Standard Time on Tuesday, May 6th 2025. The intended to identify responsible and competent bidders relative to the requirements of the project.
PRE-QUALIFICATION PRO-
POSAL REQUIREMENTS may be obtained from the Architect either by phone (334-263-5162) or by email (acarol@sslarch. com) from Angelica Carol. ONLY CONTRACTORS who -
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cation process within the stated time limits, and which are properly licensed for this type of work in accordance with criteria established by the state Licensing Board for General Contractors under the Provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, will be considered of this project.
A MANDATORY PRE-BID
CONFERENCE is Scheduled for Wednesday, May 28th, 2025, at 2:00pm CST at 2699 Marion Spillway Road, Deatsville, AL 36025.
SCOPE OF WORK includes construction of a 50,000+ sf single-story tilt-up storage and administration building including loading dock and associated pavement, foodservice cooler/freezer, interior fencing, storage solutions, and various equipment. Additionally, the project includes renovation of a 20,000 square foot warehouse as an additive alternate. The work includes sitework, installaprotection systems, plumbing systems, electrical & lighting systems, telecommunications systems, mechanical systems, food service equipment, shelving, and structural systems as indicated on the drawings their consulting engineers.
SEALED PROPOSALS will be received by the Alabama Department of Corrections at 222 36092, until 2:00pm CST Tuesday, June 17th, 2025, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.
A cashier’s check or bid bond payable to Alabama Department of Corrections in an percent of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00, must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and Payment Bonds and evidence of insurance required in the bid documents will be required at the signing of the Contract.
Construction Documents, of the Architect. Electronic images of bid documents may be viewed online for a deposit of $0.00 through the Architect’s online plan room at www.sslarchitecture.com by accessing the Info Exchange login. For access to plans via this website, email Angelica Carol (acarol@sslarch.com or call SS&L at (334) 263-5162. These documents may be used only for the purpose of bidding and constructing this project. Anyone logging into the site through the website will be noThe architect retains all copyrights and ownership of the documents. All plan holders must sign an Alabama Department of Corrections Non-Disclosure Statement prior to receipt of bid documents.
Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Architect or copies thereof.
All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted.
Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 BIDS PUBLIC NOTICE THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RUBY JEANETTE BRITT, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-132 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of RUBY JEANETTE BRITT, deceased, having been granted to ROBERT M. TOMLIN on April 24, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. ROBERT M. TOMLIN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF RUBY JEANETTE BRITT, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for
Personal Representative: REGINA EDWARDS THE LAW FIRM OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092
334-514-1011 Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 30, May 7 and 14, 2025 EST/BRITT R.
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Sealed proposals will be received by the Elmore County Board of Education, until 2:00 P.M., legally prevailing time, May 15, 2025 for the Wetumpka High School Cafeteria Expansion in the Maintenance Building Conference Room at the Elmore County Board of Edu-
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y cation, 100 H.H. Robison Drive, Wetumpka, Alabama, at which time and place they will be publicly opened. A cashier’s check or bid bond payable to Elmore County Board of Education in an amount not the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000, must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and Payment Bonds and evidence of insurance required in the bid documents will be required at the signing of the Contract.
of the Architect, Ward Scott Morris Architecture, Inc., 1606 Paul Bryant Drive, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and TuscaBlue, 2806 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Bid documents may be obtained from TuscaBlue via www.wardscottplans.com, upon deposit of $150.00 per set, which will two sets issued to each trade contract bidder submitting a documents in good condition within ten days of bid date. Other sets for contractors, and sets for dealers, may be obtained with the same deposit, which will be refunded as above, less cost of printing, reproduction, handling, and distribution. Electronic PDF copies of bid documents may be procured free of charge. Bid bonds are to be issued by an acceptable bonding company licensed to do business in the State, with a Power of Attorney, to confess judgment thereon, with the understanding that it shall guarantee that the bidder shall not withdraw his bid for the days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids; that if his bid is accepted, he will enter into a formal contract with the Owner, and that in the event of a withdrawal of said bid within said period, or the failure to enter into said contract within the be liable to the Owner for the full amount of the bid guarantee as liquidated damages and not as a forfeit or as a penalty. The bid unsuccessful bidders will be returned upon awarding the contract or rejection of all bids, in no event, later than the number of days in the guarantee period from the opening of proposals. That of the successful bidder will be returned when formal contract and bonds are accepted and approved. Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Architect or copies thereof. All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted. All Bidders are invited to attend a pre-bid conference to be held in the Maintenance Building Conference Room at the Elmore County Board of Education, 100 H.H. Robison Drive, Wetumpka, Alabama, at 10:00 am on May 8, 2025. The bidder’s company employee attending the pre-bidtions and experience with the construction to be performed within this project. Any questions concerning the pre-bid conference shall be directed to the Architect. Nonresident bidders must accompany any written bid documents with a written opinion of an attorney at law licensed to practice law in such nonresident bidder’s state of domicile, as to the preferences, if any or none, granted by the law of that state to its own business entities whose principal places of business are in that state in the letting of any or all public contracts.
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JUDY B. KENNEDY, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-107 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of JUDY B. KENNEDY, deceased, having been granted to CHRISTOPHER L. KENNEDY on April 16, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
CHRISTOPHER L. KENNEDY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JUDY B. KENNEDY, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for Personal
Representative: LOUIS C. COLLEY
ATTORNEY AT LAW PO BOX 680689
PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36068 335-365-1500
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/KENNEDY J.
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PUBLIC NOTICE 2025 SOLICITATION FOR WEATHERIZATION AND HOUSING REHAB CONTRACTORS
The Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission (CARPDC) is soliciting Contractors to contractileges with our Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and all other housing programs we offer in Autauga, Elmore, Chilton, Dallas, Macon, Montgomery, Perry, Shelby and Russell Counties.
New Contractors not already on list must complete the necessary application and provide proof of the following information:
1. A Building Performance Institute Approved Weatherizaor at least (5) years experience in the Weatherization Assistance Program as a contractor. (WAP only)
2. Proof of General Liability coverage inclusive of bodily injury and property damage, with limits of no less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $2,000,000.00 in the general aggregate. 3. Proof of Workman’s Compensation Insurance 4. State of Alabama Business License
5. Alabama Home Builders License or General Contractor’s License -
tion Firm Status Additionally, contractors mustciency with the Blower Door Air Tightness System and use said equipment on every unit to reachduct proper pressure testing. All Contractors must be capable of providing dense-pack wall insulation measures at a 3.2 psi or higher compaction. A good quality infrared camera will be needed to check for voids in the installed insulation negating call backs which will be at the ConElectrical, HVAC and Plumbing subcontractor licenses and insurances will also be required (WAP only). Please submit requests for application to CARPDC-WAP Program, 430 South Court St., Montgomery, AL 36104, Attn: Mr. Cade Gunnells or by email to cgunnells@carpdc.com.
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 30, May 7 and 14, 2025 CONTRACTORS PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CHRISTINE AMANDA BROUMLEY, DECEASED. CASE NO: 2025-122 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of CHRISTINE AMANDA BROUMLEY, deceased, having been granted to BRITTNI BROUMLEY on April 16, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
BRITTNI BROUMLEY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CHRISTINE AMANDA BROUMLEY, DECEASED Name and Address of Attorney for Personal Representative: JIM T. NORMAN, III LAW OFFICES OF JIM T. NORMAN, III, LLC P O BOX 680670 PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36068 334-365-9955
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/BROUMLEY, C.
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLENDA CALDWELL, DECEASED CASE NO: 2025-114 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of GLENDA CALDWELL, deceased, having been granted to JOY LYNNE CALDWELL on April 8, 2025 by JOHN THORNTON, Special Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. JOY LYNNE CALDWELL PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF GLENDA CALDWELL, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: REID G. TOLAR ATTORNEY AT LAW 250 WINTON M. BLOUNT LOOP MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36117 334-303-2258 reid@reidtolarlaw.com
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 EST/CALDWELL, G.
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLYN CARTER, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-060 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of CAROLYN CARTER, who was also known as CAROLYN JAMES CARTER, deceased, having been granted to TIMOTHY LYN THORNTON and KATHRYN MICHELE CARTER SMITH on the 4th day of April, 2025 by D. Jason Britt, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
TIMOTHY LYN THORNTON and KATHRYN MICHELE CARTER SMITH CO-ADMINISTRATORS OF THE ESTATE OF CAROLYN CARTER, DECEASED
Address of Administrators: TIMOTHY LYN THORNTON 1222 CENTRAL AVENUE ECLECTIC, ALABAMA 36024 334-391-4841
KATHRYN MICHELE CARTER SMITH 3019 WEOKA ROAD WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 334-657-6643
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 EST/CARTER C.
PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD MILEM CHANDLER, JR., DECEASED CASE NO.: 2025-067 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of EDWARD MILEM CHANDLER, JR., deceased, having been granted to SHAINA THORNTON on April 16, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred. SHAINA THORNTON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD MILEM CHANDLER, JR., DECEASED
Name and Address of Attorney for Personal Representative: A.C. BULLS III ATTORNEY AT LAW A.C. BULLS III & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2801 ALTHEA STREET TUSKEGEE, ALABAMA 36088 334-727-1074 acbulls62@gmail.com
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/CHANDLER, E. JR. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LISA MICHELLE COMMANDER, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-119 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE Letters of Administration over the Estate of LISA MICHELLE COMMANDER, deceased, having been granted to LYNN COMMANDER on April 17 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
LYNN COMMANDER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF LISA MICHELLE COMMANDER, DECEASED
Name and Address of Attorney for Personal Representative: W. KENDRICK JAMES ATTORNEY AT LAW 127 CAMBRIDGE COURT WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-567-8787 Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/COMMANDER L. PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE OF A 2019 Clayton 47TRS14562 Beige Mobile Home, Serial Number SRB033422AL has been abandoned by the last known owner, Jennifer Rushton 1667 Blue Ridge Lane, Montgomery, AL 36110. Said mobile home is located on Lot 19 Superior Loop, Millbrook, AL 36054 and will be sold by private sale. Sealed bids of Keith Rodgers & Associates, LLC 640 S Lawrence Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 by 5:00 p.m. on May 30 th , 2025. Contact Drew Gable, Esq. at (334) 262-0508 to schedule an inspection. The winning bid will be awarded at 5:00 pm on June 2 nd , 2025, at 640 S Lawrence Street, Montgomery, AL 36104. Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, and 30, 2025 NOTICE OF SALE
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ANNIE PEARL CRENSHAW, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-113 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Es-
tate of ANNIE PEARL CRENSHAW, deceased, having been granted to STANLEY DALE YOUNG on April 16, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
STANLEY DALE YOUNG PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNIE PEARL CRENSHAW, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for Personal Representative: REGINA EDWARDS THE LAW FIRM OF EDWARDS & EDWARDS, P.C. 109 EAST BRIDGE STREET WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-514-1011
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/CRENSHAW A. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF BENJAMIN LEE DISMUKES, ALLEGED TO BE DECEASED CASE NO: 2024-077 NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES OR ENTITIES, INCLUDING BENJAMIN LEE DISMUKES, THE ALLEGED DECEASED PERSON.
A Petition for Declaration of Probate Court of Elmore County, Alabama by HAYDEN BRYANT, as Petitioner, seeking to have BENJAMIN LEE DIS-
to have HAYDEN BRYANT
Estate of BENJAMIN LEE DISMUKES. Such Petition seeking
June 11, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Allmukes, are hereby given notice of such hearing. Such Hearing time at the Probate Court at the Elmore County Courthouse Street, Wetumpka, Alabama. Prior to such hearing you may
er:
JOHN THORNTON SPECIAL JUDGE OF PRO-
BATE ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA
KYLE C. SHIRLEY MCDOWELL, FAULK & SHIRLEY, LLC 145 WEST MAIN STREET PRATTVILLE, ALABAMA 36067 334-365-5924
EST/DISMUKES, B. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT KURRANT DONDE, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-120 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of VINCENT KURRANT DONDE, deceased, having been granted to SUZETTE J. DONDE on April 10, 2025, by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
SUZETTE J. DONDE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT KURRANT DONDE, DECEASED
Name and Address of Attorney for Administrator: RODERICK B. PERDUE ATTORNEY AT LAW 2033 HOLTVILLE ROAD WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36092 334-567-7373
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 EST/DONDE, V. PUBLIC NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN B. HOLMES, CASE NO.: 2025-110 DECEASED. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Letters Testamentary in the Es-
tate of EVELYN B. HOLMES, deceased, haying been granted to CINDY H. JONES SCHWAB and KATHERINE H. FANNIN on the 14th day of April, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties hav-
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pp ing claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
CINDY H. JONES SCHWAB and KATHERINE H. FANNIN CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ESTATE OF EVELYN B. HOLMES, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for such
Co- Representatives: JOHN B. BRADLEY OF COUNSEL: VOGEL LAW FIRM, LLC 41 CAMBRIDGE COURT WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36093 334-409-0088
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025 EST/HOLMES, E. PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARCIA T. JOHNSON CASE NO.: 2025-024 DECEASED. NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of MARCIA T. JOHNSON, deceased, having been granted to MICHAEL D. JOHNSON on April 18, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
MICHAEL D. JOHNSON PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF MARCIA T. JOHNSON, DECEASED
Attorney of Record for
Personal Representative: FRANK E. BANKSTON, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW PO BOX 239 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA 36101-0239 334-264-9472
Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 23, 30 and May 7, 2025
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL DENNIS OLIVER, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-126 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of MICHAEL DENNIS OLIVER, deceased, having been granted to MEGAN D. OLIVER on April 18, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
MEGAN D. OLIVER PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL DENNIS OLIVER, DECEASED
Name and Address of Attorney for Personal Representative: JOHN B. BRADLEY RIVER REGION LAW FIRM 41 CAMBRIDGE COURT WETUMPKA, ALABAMA 36093 334-409-0088
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Letters Testamentary in the Estate of CHARLIE H. TERRELL, JR., deceased, having been granted to BETTY S. INGRAM on April 14, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
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PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF STEVEN TYLER, DECEASED. CASE NO.:2025-141 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters Testamentary in the Estate of STEVEN TYLER, deceased, having been granted to KYLE TYLER on April 24, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
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IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ELMORE COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CYNTHIA DIANE WEBSTER, DECEASED. CASE NO.: 2025-105 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE
Letters of Administration over the Estate of CYNTHIA DIANE WEBSTER, deceased, having been granted to AMBER ELAINE RHODES on April 18, 2025 by D. JASON BRITT, Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons and parties having claims against said estate are required, within the time allowed by law, to present the same to the Court or the same will be barred.
AMBER ELAINE RHODES ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF CYNTHIA DIANE WEBSTER, DECEASED
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The Council of the City of Wetumpka, AL will hold a public hearing during its regular meeting on Monday June 2, 2025, concerning the following ordinance: ORDAINED, by the Council of the City of Wetumpka, AL that the Zoning Map of the City of Wetumpka, being incorporated by reference in Ordinance 994, entitled “Zoning Ordinance of the City of Wetumpka, AL,” adopted on September 2, 1999, be and the same is hereby amended by rezoning the following described land situated in the City of Wetumpka from R-H to B-2. STATE OF ALABAMA} ELMORE COUNTY Rezoning a parcel of land located on Coosa River Parkway containing 1.14 acres, more or less and lying in and being part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 13, Township 18 North, Range 18 East, Elmore County, Alabama and better described in RLPY 2023 pages 29997-29998, as recorded in the Probatety, Alabama. Section 2. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon its adoption and publication as provided by law. The hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Wetumpka City Hall, located in the River Room at 408 South Main Street, Wetumpka, Alabama. All persons who so desire shall have the opportunity to be heard in opposition or in favor of this ordinance.
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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain Mortgage executed by Charles Timothy Wood and Joy B. Wood in favor of First Community Bank of Central Alabama, on March 22, 2019, said mortgage recorded March 29, 2019, in the of Elmore County, Alabama, and, pursuant to the laws of the State of Alabama, the undersigned First Community Bank of Central Alabama, under and by virtue of the power of sale provision and other terms contained in said Mortgage, elects to declare the entire indebtedness secured by said Mortgage due and payable, and will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder, for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Courthouse of Elmore County, Alabama, at 100 E Commerce Street, Wethe legal hours of sale on May 12, 2025, all of its right, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Elmore County, Alabama, towit: Begin at the SE corner of the SW ¼ of SE ¼, Elmore County, Alabama; thence West along to East right of way of Statewesterly along said right of wayfeet; thence South along Quarof Beginning to Section 12, concurrently with this mortgage. The property is located in El-
Said foreclosure sale and conveyance incident thereto are subject to the legal rights of any existing federal tax liens, mortgages, special assessments, easements, restrictions, and reservations appearing of record.
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Alabama law gives some per-
sons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumexist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said Mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender a nonrefundable deposit of One Thousand Dollars made payable to Memory MemAccount at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price must be paid in
below. First Community Bank of Central Alabama reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate. The sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. Address: MemS. McDonough Street, MontBy: /s/ Stuart H. Memory Stuart H. Memory, attorney for First Community Bank of Central Alabama
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INSPECTORS PUBLIC NOTICE THE STATE OF ALABAMA ELMORE COUNTY NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
By virtue of an execution on a judgment issued out of the Circuit Court of Elmore County, Alabama in Case No. Case No.: CV-2024-900233.00 on or about December 4, 2024 for a total of $5,260.52 (including interest and costs as of the said date) in which Rich Field Homeowners Association, Inc., is the Plaintiff and William D. Shirah, Jr. is the Defendant, I, Bill Franklin as Sheriff of Elmore County, Alabama will sell at public auction for cash between the legal hours of sale, on the 5th day of May 2025, at approximately 1pm in front of the Elmore County Judicial Complex located at 8935 U. S. Highway 231, North, whatever equity the Defendant(s) may possess in and to the following described realty, to wit: Lot 58, according to the Plat of Rich Field Subdivision, Phase III, as said Map apof the Judge of Probate of Elmore County, Alabama, in Plat Book 12 at Page 81. This conveyance is made subject to any and all encumbrances, covenants, restrictions, prior liens, reservations, easements, mortgages, setback lines, mineral and mining rights of record, municipal zoning ordinances, rights of way and any and all other matters of record whatsoever affecting title to said property and/or affecting the subject property in any way whatsoever now or hereafter becoming applicable, as well as any and all taxes or assessments due against said property. The Draftsman of this document acts as scrivener only. No title search has been made nor title opinion rendered. Purchasers are solely and exclusively responsible for the same and solely and exclusively responsible for the affect of the absence of any such search and/or opinion. Said property will be sold “as is” and subject to all matters of record and all matters which would be revealed by a visible inspection of the premises, as well as applicable real estate records. Title searches and ver-er, including legal descriptions and current ownership, are at all times the sole and exclusive responsibility of the Purchaser. There are no warranties as to the title of the subject property, express or implied, at any time pursuant to this sale. Bill Franklin, Sheriff Elmore County, Alabama Wetumpka Herald: Apr. 16, 23 and 30, 2025 SHERIFF’S SALE 1 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER FORECLOSURE NOTICE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a mortgage from ANGELA BALLARD AKA ANGELA GRAY BALLARD, MARRIED WOMAN to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. AS MORTGAGEE, AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC DBA VETERANS UNITED HOME LOANS , on the 9th day of June, 2023, said mortgage recorded in the June 12, 2023, in Deed/Mort-cords, said Mortgage having
tion of all parties entitled thereto ad valorem taxes (including taxsale is made for the purposeas the expenses of foreclosure. The Mortgagee/Transferee repurchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the inpostponement or cancellation. Mortgagee/Transferee THE BELOW LAW FIRM MAY BE HELD TO BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNDER FEDERAL LAW. IF SO, ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT Mortgagee/Transferee
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PUBLIC NOTICE THE STATE OF ALABAMA ELMORE COUNTY NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE By virtue of Final Assessments entered by the Alabama Department of Revenue on or about June 30, 2014, April of 2018, July of 2018, September of 2020, January through July of 2021, September of 2021, January of 2022, February of 2022, May of 2022, December of 2014 and December of 2015, for a total of $32,359.32 plus interest at the rate of $7.09 per day in which the Alabama Department of Revenue is the Plaintiff and Timothy Riddick aka Timothy D. Riddick is/are the Defendants, I, Bill Franklin as Sheriff of Elmore County, Alabama will sell at auction for cash between the legal hours of sale, on Monday, the 5th day of May 2025, at approximately 1 pm in front of the Elmore County Judicial Complex located at 8935 U. S. Highway 231, North, whatever equity the Defendant(s) may possess in and to the following described realty, to wit: Lot 26, according to the Map of Ashton Park Plat No. 1, as said Map appears of record Alabama, in Plat Book 15, at Page 17. Subject to any and all restric-
Elmore County punches ticket to regionals
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The Panthers are on their way to Montgomery.
The Elmore County softball team had a busy slate over the weekend, with the championship bout falling on Monday.
After securing a first-round bye in the Class 5A Area 6 tournament, Elmore County faced off against Beauregard.
It was a tight game, where both teams exchanged leads down to the final inning. Ultimately, it was the Hornets who pulled through with a seventh-inning run for the 4-3 victory.
Beauregard struck first in the top of the third, with Elmore County responding
with two runs from Addi Stephenson and Abigail Holt to put itself in front.
Beauregard added one run each in the top of the
Elmore County falls in series to UMS Wright
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It was a hard-fought battle between two of the top dogs in Class 5A, but unfortunately, it was UMS-Wright who took the series; 2-1.
In Game 1, the Bulldogs pulled away in a low-scoring nailbiter 1-0 to open the series. The Panthers struggled to get people on base, finishing with two hits both belonging to Gage Davis. The Bulldogs pitching did not give them any favors either, Andy Purvis racked up 10 Ks while walking only three batters through seven innings of play.
UMS-Wright did get the better end of things in the hitting department with nine hits on the day, but defensively Elmore County made it difficult to get anything more than the one run it acquired.
However, in Game 2 it was almost the complete opposite. This time it was the Panthers dominating at the plate en route to a 10-5 victory to even the series out. They cataloged 11 hits, with Davis continuing his success with three hits, one run and three RBIs — one of those hits going for a home run. Shae Darnell joined in on the fun as well with three hits of his own for a triple and two singles. He’d also add two runs and two RBIs on the board.
It all came down to the final game of the series, where it was the Bulldogs coming out on top 3-2.
Elmore County found itself in the lead early with a two-run outing in the top of the second inning. However, that’s just about where its luck ran out. UMS-Wright got on the board with two runs of its own in the bottom of the fourth frame where it ended up being enough for the win.
The Panthers racked up five hits in the final game; Darnell picked up two more hits in Game 3. Shelton Darnell, Dallin Simpson and Evan Spence rounded off the hitting numbers with one each.
Although the season ended sooner than the Panthers would have liked, they finished the season at 25-11 and a perfect 4-0 in Class 5A Area 6. They’ll lose some notable seniors from this year’s squad, but the future is bright with the underclassmen who made way this year.
fourth and fifth, where again, Elmore County would respond with a run from Addison Hicks to put both in a deadlock heading
into the final stretch.
However, it was the Hornets who scored a crucial run in the top of the seventh via a ground out to advance the runner home.
Elmore County racked up five hits on the day; Hicks, Stephenson, Lalah Culpepper, Addy Peaden and Raevyn Barris all accounted for one hit.
Next up was Valley, where Elmore County soared to a massive 11-1 win through just five innings of action.
The Panthers opened the bottom of the first inning with three runs scored and did not look back. They’d post three runs scored in the first, second and third frames while accumulating 11 hits.
Culpepper went three-
for-four with her at-bats, including a triple and home run, while scoring three runs and logging five RBIs. Peaden also came away with a home run and a double in the game.
Bailey Kennedy saw most of the action in the circle, pitching four innings. She racked up four strikeouts and walked just one batter. She surrendered one hit and one run before Bailey Gardner came to close things out.
A win over Valley sent Elmore County to the championship game for a rematch against Beauregard, ending in a similar result to the first game with a 5-3 loss.
The Panther struck first with a run from Hicks to put them into an early
lead. However, the Hornets took advantage of some pitching miscues in the bottom of the third inning, scoring four runs. The Panthers walked four straight batters, leading to three of the runs.
Elmore County came away with two more runs in the fourth and sixth frame, but the Beauregard lead was too much to overcome. Hicks, Culpepper, Kayden Edwards, Addie Patterson and Holt all notched a hit under their belt in the championship game.
Although Elmore County finished as the runner-up in the area, it still secured a placement in the regional tournament, which kicked off Monday in Montgomery.
Parents want increased support for band, wrestling in Eclectic
By CLIFF WILLIAMS News Editor
The last Elmore County Board of Education roadshow presenting education funding issues and priorities brought questions in Eclectic.
While parents were supportive of a new high school and understood how it might take a while because of funding, their issues were more immediate. Parents questioned superintendent Richard Dennis about support of band uniforms and instruments, an adequate wrestling practice space and coaches who do not teach.
Dennis said the system can aid in issues such as uniforms and equipment, it can’t fully fund them.
“You have the largest band program in the county here at Elmore County High School,” Dennis said. “Costs are a huge factor there. So what we’re trying to do is provide funding to buy instruments that individual families can’t afford to purchase for themselves.”
He pointed out the band program at Stanhope Elmore High
School was the last band to get new uniforms in Elmore County. Dennis said the system aided in fundraising by the band program and its booster program to raise necessary funds. He said similar things can happen in Eclectic.
Dennis said state funding only provides for one music teacher and the board of education most often supplements with extra funding to provide additional personnel.
Parents noted new fields were built for softball, baseball and football, which were completed mostly with funding from the Elmore County commission. He said between the projects in Eclectic and Holtville, the commission put in $10 million in funding and the school system only $1.25 million.
One parent questioned the condition of the old new gym used for practice by the ECHS wrestling program among other teams. She said the floor is covered with an old artificial turf that is covered in tobacco spit stains.
“They are wrestling on that,” the parent said.
Dennis said that is more of a maintenance issue and would have staff look at removing the material. Another parent said some coaches are not available for their real job teaching.
“There is one who has taken on four or five things,” the parent said. “They are hardly in the classroom teaching. They are hardly available for education. What is the first mission of the school?”
Dennis asked the parent to take the issue up with principal Jason Eason and if necessary secondary schools director Dr. Jamie McGowan. Dennis said in eight years supplements have increased tremendously for athletics, fine arts and more, but getting more teachers is a state issue as well.
“We can only fund so many from the local level,” Dennis said. “It is the reason we have started looking at contract positions for some of the coaching.”
Taking coaching responsibilities off teachers could free up some teachers in coaching slots to have more time dedicated to classroom duties.
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Elmore County’s Addi Stepenson rounds the bases against Beaurgard in the first game of the area tournament.
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The Elmore County baseball team drops series to UMSWright in the second round of the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs.
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Elmore County Schools superintendent Richard Dennis goes over the system’s finances at a community meeting in Eclectic. Some parents had questions about time for teachers in classrooms and practice space.