November 2022 Print Edition of the Alabama Ledger & The Sports Ledger
A LABAMA L EDGER November 2022 Northeast Alabama Print Edition www.AlabamaLedger.com 16 Pages Published by The Sports Ledger, LLC
By Brandon K. Pierce Alabama Ledger The DeKalb County Sheriff’s office has received several calls about scams targeting elderly individuals, as well as other folks around the area. According to DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden, the scammers are sending messages thru Facebook, Facebook Messenger or e-mail. These messages appear to be from a friend, but this is not the case. The friend accounts have been hacked. The victims receive a message that they have won money, but that they must pay the taxes on the winning amount. Welden said there have been multiple victim’s that have sent payment for alleged taxes to fraudulent overseas accounts. “Please talk to your family members and make them aware that this is a scam and any taxes owed would be paid directly to the IRS,” commented Welden. “An honest organization will not call, text or e-mail asking for any kind of personal information," added Sheriff Welden. "If you get an e-mail or a text asking you to click on a link and you think it is legit, please call that company (from a phone number you look up, not one they provide to you) Before you clink on anything,” concluded the Sheriff. Scam Alert
Alabama Has 38.5% Voter Turnout for Election
By Brandon K. Pierce Alabama Ledger According to statistics and unofficial election results from the Alabama Secretary of State’s web site, only 38.5% of registered voters in the state participated in the November 2022 election. A total of 1,419,718 votes were counted in the state’s 67 counties. Just over 66% of those voting supported the reelection of Alabama Republication Governor Kay Ivey. The Lieutenant Governor’s race went to Republication Will Ainsworth, who received 83% support from Alabama voters. Katie Britt won the US Senator race, Steve Marshall won the Attorney General race, Wes Allen was elected as Secretary of State, Young Boozer got 83% of the state voters to support him for State Treasurer, Andrew Sorrell got 84% of the voters to support him for State Auditor, and Rate Pick won the race for the Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. In the Alabama Ledger’s local coverage area, which includes Cherokee, DeKalb, Etowah, Jackson, Marshall counties, there were numerous local races for County Commission, Board or Education, Coroner, and Sheriff. In Cherokee County 39.19% of registered voters
participated in the election. Two Cherokee County commissioners were elected. Roger D. Nichols won the District 2 race and Carlton “Bubba” Teague won the District 4 race. There were also two seats up for election with the Board of Education. Nathan Ealy was elected for District 1 and Corey Colbert was elected for District 2. Jeff Shaver was reelected as the Cherokee Sheriff and Paul McDonald was elected coroner. In DeKalb County 37.77% of the registered voters participated in the election. Rickey Harcrow was reelected as President of the DeKalb County Commission. Ran Saferite was elected to serve as the District 3 Commissioner and Lester Black will serve as the District 4 Commissioner. Robert Elliot was elected to the Board of Education District 5. Sheriff Nick Welden and Coroner Tom Wilson were both reelected. In Etowah County 34.73% or 26,096 people voted in the 2022 election. Four Etowah County Commissioners were elected. They Include: Joey Statum (District 1), Tim Ramsey (District 4), Jeffery Washington (District 5) and Craig Inzer Jr., District 6. Susan Grant Spiker was elected to the Board of Education (Place 4). Doug
Sherrod was elected to Place 5. Jonathon W. Horton was reelected as the Etowah County Sheriff and London Pearce was elected Coroner. In Jackson County 34.32% of voters turned out for the election. Bill Nance was elected as the Chairman of the Jackson County Commission. Joining him on the Commission is Chris Gulley (District 1) and Paul Kennamer (District 2). Two Board of Eduction members were elected Angela Guess was voted for the at-large position and Chris Knight was elected to serve District 2. Chuck Phillips was elected Sheriff and John Jordan was elected Coroner. Marshall County had a 37.44% voter turnout. James Hutchenson was elected as Chairman of the Marshall County Commission. Ronny Shumate was elected to served District 1 and Joey Baker was elected to serve District 4. The Marshall County Board of Eduction will be under the leadership of Superintendent Cindy Saye Wigley. Joining her will be Laura B. Byars (Place 1) and Mark Rains (Place 4). Sheriff Phil Sims was reelected and Cody Nugent was elected Coroner. More election results can be found on the Alabama Secretary of State web site.
Two teenagers are dead following a car crash near Guntersville in Marshall County. According to authorities, a single-vehicle crash at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2022 has claimed the lives of two juveniles. The 18-year-old driver and an 18-year-old passenger were both fatally injured when a 2013 Nissan Rogue left the roadway and struck a tree. The driver and the passenger were not using seat belts at the time of the crash and were both pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash occurred on Merrill Mountain Road, approximately 10 miles north of Guntersville. No additional information was available as Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate to crash. Two 18-year-olds Die in Car Crash Mylee West was named the 2022 Miss Turkey Trot Queen during the annual event in Collinsville on Saturday, November 12. For more Turkey Trot pictures see the inside of this issue of the Alabama Ledger. Turkey Trot Queen Photo by Brandon K. Pierce, Alabama Ledger
The Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA), a trade group representing companies in the dynamic and fast-growing industry, recently named Governor Kay Ivey to its Hall of Fame. Ron Davis, the AAMA’s president and chairman, praised Governor Ivey for her steadfast commitment to facilitating the growth of Alabama’s auto industry and her many contributions to the overall mission of the organization. Launched five years ago, the AAMA Hall of Fame includes Bill Taylor, who led Mercedes-Benz U.S. International; Ed Castile, director of AIDT and deputy secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce; and Dr. Bernard Schroer, a UAH professor who served in a leadership role in the organization’s early days. State Sen. Gerald Allen was also named to the organization’s Hall of Fame in recognition for his support of an AAMA scholarship program that, in collaboration with the Alabama Community College System, is building a pipeline of workers for the state’s auto industry. Photo Courtesy of Alabama Governor's Office Governor Ivey Receives Award
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at many area businesses, including the inside of the Gadsden Mall (shown above). Many local retailers across Northeast Alabama are encouraging Christmas shoppers to Shop Local this holiday season. There will be numerous holiday and "Black Friday" specials throughout the area. This includes the City of Gadsden's Downtown "Plaid Friday." For more information about "Plaid Friday" check out the inside of this issue, and remember to support your local hometown businesses this holiday season. It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas Photo by Brandon K. Pierce, Alabama Ledger
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CHRISTMAS PARADES - There will be two Christmas parades in DeKalb County on Saturday, December 10. Fyffe will kick off the day with a noon parade and Geraldine's parade will be at 6:30 p.m. Other parades in DeKalb County include the City of Rainsville's Christmas at the Crossroads, which will be held on December 3 from 11-12 p.m. Fort Payne will hold its Christmas Parade on December 9 at 6 p.m. Crossville will hold its Christmas parade at 6:30 p.m. on December 17. The Town of Valley Head's parade will be December 3. Line-up for the Valley Head parade begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information call 256-635-6814. The 2022 Albertville Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 17 will kick-off the City's weekend of Downtown Christmas Open House that will be held on November 18-19. The Albertville Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. on November 17 at Rotary Park on East Main Street beside the Historical Depot. The parade will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The City of Boaz will hold its Christmas Parade on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. Guntersville's parade will be on December 10 at 5:00 p.m., and Arab will hold its parade on December 8 at 6 p.m. The City of Centre will hold its parade on Thursday, December 1 at 6 p.m. 12 NIGHTS OF SANTA - 12 Nights of Santa is set to return to EarlyWorks Children’s Museum next month, bringing with it all the magic of the holiday season. From Monday, December 12 through Friday, December 23, 2022, children are invited to visit with Santa Claus and to enjoy an immersive holiday experience in downtown Huntsville. During 12 Nights of Santa, the jolly old elf himself will be on hand each night to listen to children as they share their wish lists. No visit with Santa would be complete without meeting his North Pole elves and helping them spread holiday cheer. Additional family-friendly activities adding to the whimsical fun include nightly snowfalls, making holiday crafts, a holiday themed experiment in the all-new Tinker Lab, mingling with costumed characters like the Grinch and Olaf, decorating a fresh made gingerbread cookie, mailing letters to Santa and shopping in Santa’s gift shop. Kids will have plenty of room to play and enjoy the spirit of the season. A limited number of tickets for the event will be offered online. This will be a timed entry, limited capacity event to ensure the safety and comfort of all involved. Holding the multi-night event inside the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum will not only provide a safe environment but will also allow visitors to enjoy all that the museum has to offer. 12 Nights of Santa will be held nightly beginning Monday, December 12 through Friday, December 23 starting at 5 p.m. on weeknights and 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. All tickets must be pre-purchased online at www.earlyworks.com. Cost for 12 Nights of Santa is $12 per person for the general public and $10 per person for members. Admission is free for children under age one. For more information, visit www.earlyworks.com. BOUTIQUE MARKET - The VFW Fairgrounds in Fort Payne will hold the Black Friday Boutique Market on Friday, November 25 from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Entrance and parking will be free. Approximately 40 vendors are expected to participate. CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK - The City of Arab and Arab Parks and Recreation will kick off the holiday season the day after Thanksgiving when Arab City Park is transformed into Christmas in the Park, a festive and over- the-top display of merriment and holiday splendor where more than two million lights will illuminate the night sky and decorations galore will line the sidewalks. Christmas in the Park begins Nov. 25 and ends Dec. 31. In celebration of the holiday season, Arab welcomes visitors to Christmas in the Park who come to stroll through the magical wonderland filled with family photo opportunities at every turn. The event kicks off on November 25 at 6:00 p.m. with a lighting ceremony. Musical entertainment will be provided by Arab High School Jazz Band who will be playing everyone’s favorite Christmas carols and medleys. During Christmas in the Park, the holiday lights are on from dusk until 9:30 p.m., weather-permitting, November 25 through December 31. Admission is free. Santa in the Park adds to the holiday excitement when the Arab Historic Village, adjacent to the Arab City Park, is transformed into Santa’s village. As festivalgoers make their way around, a variety of activities will keep everyone entertained. Stop by the gristmill and pick up food for the reindeer, watch as the blacksmith makes reindeer shoes at his shop, head over to the 1890’s Farmhouse for a peek into Santa’s bedroom and before leaving, be sure to visit with Santa Claus. All historic buildings will be open and adorned with festive Christmas decorations. Plenty of photo opportunities will be available to capture the holiday spirit. Hours for Santa in the Park are 6 to 9 p.m. (weather- permitting) beginning November 25-26, and continuing December 2-3, December 9-10 and December 16-17. Admission for Santa in the Park is $6 per person. Children under 2 are admitted free. Arab City Park is located at 844 Shoal Creek Trail. For more information call (256) 586-8128. Holiday Events
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The Jacksonville State University Marching Southerners were officially presented with the 2022 Sudler Trophy during halftime of the Gamecocks football game against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday, November 12, 2022. The award was presented to the University, band members, and band directors, by the members of the Board of Directors of the John Phillips Sousa Foundation. The trophy is given biannually to collegiate marching bands of particular excellence that have made outstanding contributions to the American way of life and to a band that has demonstrated the highest musical standards and innovative marching routines and ideas. For marching bands, it is equivalent to a football player winning the Heisman Trophy. JSU Marching Southerners Win Sudler Trophy
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PAGE 3A November 2022 PLAID FRIDAY - NOV. 25, 2022 GADSDEN'S HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENT Downtown Gadsden is getting in the holiday spirit and, as a more relaxing and enjoyable alternative to the big box stores “Black Friday” chaos, holiday shoppers are invited to Plaid Friday on November 25, 2022 from 11 a.m to 6 p.m. Plaid Friday is a nationwide initiative that encourages shopping local for holiday sales. Santa will be on the streets from noon - 3 p.m.
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Tidal Wave Auto Spa Opens in Scottsboro Tidal Wave Auto Spa, one of the fastest-growing express car wash companies in the country, opened in Scottsboro, AL, on November 2. The new business is located at 24550 John T. Reid Parkway. "Scottsboro is our 120th Tidal Wave location," said founder and CEO Scott Blackstock. "Thanks to our talented and dedicated team members and partnership with Golden Gate Capital, we have doubled our number of locations and expanded into seven new states in just under two years. We're excited to bring the convenience of our conveyor car wash and industry-leading car care technology to the folks in Scottsboro and look forward to expanding our Alabama footprint in the coming months with new locations in Mobile, Muscle Shoals and Harvest." Tidal Wave Auto Spa was founded by Scott and Hope Blackstock in 1999. Together, they committed to building an exceptional car wash experience with the highest-quality washes, best-in-class locations, and top-tier customer service. Tidal Wave is committed to providing cutting- edge car wash technology, introducing Graph-X4 as their premium wash option in 2022. Graph X4 provides powerful four-layer protection for your vehicle from dirt, pollutants, and UV rays, paired with space-age sparkle. Each Tidal Wave location features an after-care cleaning area with complimentary cleaning sprays, towels and vacuums to spruce up the interior of your vehicle for no extra cost. Stop by for a single wash or join our Unlimited Wash Club for the best value and car wash experience. Wash once a day, every day for one affordable monthly payment! Plus, unlimited wash plans can be used at any Tidal Wave location in the country. Tidal Wave also offers monthly family plans and fleet plans - perfect for businesses with multiple company cars. Tidal Wave is committed to giving back to the communities they serve - and make it easy to raise funds for schools, churches, civic groups, sports teams and more through their fundraising program. For more info about how to partner with Tidal Wave Auto Spa for your next fundraiser, visit http://www.tidalwaveautospa.com/fundraising. Dre Kirkpatrick’s 21 Kids Foundation adds new partnership The 21 Kids Foundation has announced a new partnership with the Educational Opportunity Center at Gadsden State Community College. Through the partnership, the 21 Kids Foundation will provide financial assistance with childcare and transportation expenses for students attending the EOC. “We are thrilled about the partnership with 21 Kids Foundation,” said Dr. Cheryl Sington, director of the EOC. “The support will help ease the burdens our students face when it comes to providing childcare while they are receiving benefits and services at the EOC. Transportation will cease being a barrier for our students who want to improve their lives through education. Childcare and transportation will no longer be issues for them.” In 2013, Gadsden native and football stand-out Dre Kirkpatrick established the 21 Kids Foundation to impact the lives of disadvantaged youth. Now the mission of the foundation has evolved to include the families raising the children in impoverished and disadvantaged homes. “We have consistently serviced disadvantaged youth in Etowah County for almost a decade but we have since shifted our focus to assisting the parents and guardians who are responsible for the safety, the education, the encouragement and the upbringing of these children,” Kirkpatrick said. “We are focusing on the adult population so that our children are raised in healthy, loving, productive households.” The EOC is a federal TRIO program that provides opportunities for academic development, including academic tutoring; guidance on secondary school re-entry and entry to a general education development program; career workshops; and financial literacy seminars. It also aids in course selection, preparation for college entrance exams, completion of college admissions applications and applying for financial aid. It is funded with a $232,500 grant from the U.S. Department of Education. For more information about the EOC program, visit www.GadsdenState.edu/TRIO. More information on the 21 Kids Foundation can be found at drekirk21kids.com. Gadsden State Cherokee Food Drive The faculty, staff and students of Gadsden State Cherokee are partnering with the Cherokee County Rotary Club in sponsoring the annual Food Drive during the month of November to benefit Cherokee Family Care Center. Food items needed include canned meats, instant potatoes, dry beans, peanut butter and jelly, macaroni and cheese, Ramen noodles, rice, canned vegetables, canned pumpkin, chili, soups and stew. Donations may be dropped off at the lobby of Gadsden State Cherokee. For more information, please call 256-927-1808 or visit www.facebook.com/gadsdenstatecherokee.
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Many area schools have been honoring Veterans and Military Members for their service for years. These sixth grade students at Collinsville were participates in the school's 1953-54 Military Tribute. The students include: (Front Row) Bobby Davis, Bobby Jack Floyd, Carol Jane Sayre, Frances Shankles; (Second Row) Barbara Coker, Pat Whittle, Ann Clayton, Elizabeth Jackson, Linda Malone, Bobbie Jean O'Shields; (Third Row) Sue McCord, Donzalla Thomas, unidentified female, Helen Jones, Mona Sue Tidmore, Sylvia Cox, Betty Pritchett, Joyce Ann Cagle; and (Back Row) Artie Ashley, Weldon Parrish, Johnny Alverson, Billy Graves, Wayne Graves, Donnie Myers, Kenneth "Shorty" Green, Bobby Benefield, and an unidentified male. If you have something you would like to see featured in a future Past Time Alabama section contact the Alabama Ledger at 256-506-7368 or via email AlabamaLedger@gmail.com
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Events & Announcements
PASADENA BOUND - The Albertville Aggie Band has been invited to Pasadena, CA in 2024 for the 135th Annual Rose Parade. Albertville’s 2024 performance will mark the third time that the Aggie Band has marched in the Rose Parade. The first appearance was in 2011, and the second was in 2018. CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE- There will be a Christmas Boat Parade on the Coosa River on December 10, 2022 from 5-7 p.m. There will also be music and vendors at the Southside Landing. The Town of Southside will also be holding its 2022 Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 17 at 5 p.m. The Parade line-up begins at 3 p.m. and the parade will start at Southside High School and end at the Community Center. CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK - The City of Fort Payne will hold its 37th annual Christmas in the Park on Friday, December 9 from 3:30-5:00 p.m. There will be various activities, including a chance to visit with Santa. The Fort Payne Christmas parade will be held immediately following Christmas in the Park at 6 p.m. in downtown. TURKEY TROT 5K - There will be a Turkey Trot 5K event at the Rotary Pavilion in downtown Fort Payne on Saturday, November 19 starting at 9 a.m. The event is sponsored by Family Services of North Alabama. PLAINVIEW TURKEY TROT - The Plainview High School Turkey Trot will be held at the DeKalb County Schools Coliseum in Rainsville on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at noon. Ribbons will be awarded by male and female age divisions. DOUGLAS AREA SENIORS - The Douglas Senior Center offers fellowship with area senior citizens, games and a nutritious meal each weekday. The Senior Center is located at 335 Stadium Circle in Douglas, which is across from the High School. The senior center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. for those age 60 and older. In addition to food and games, the facility has exercise equipment, quilting facilities, and a pool table. A computer and sewing machines are also available. For more information call 256-840-1440. A HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS - There will be a Hometown Christmas Concert at the Pitman Theatre in downtown Gadsden on Friday, December 7 at 7 p.m. The concert will feature Adam Swann/Ragan Lonnergan and friends. There will be free admission and limited first come first serve seating. JUNIOR FELLOWS PROGRAM - The Library of Congress is seeking applicants for its Junior Fellows Program, a summer internship held from May 22, 2023, to July 28, 2023. This 10-week, full-time paid internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students interested in learning and conducting research using the resources of the world’s largest library. Remote and on site project opportunities are available. The deadline to apply is Monday, Nov. 28, 2022. Potential applicants should visit www.loc.gov/juniorfellows for full project descriptions and a list of required skills and knowledge for each project. Questions about the program and projects may be sent to juniorfellows@loc.gov. SPRING REGISTRATION - Registration at Gadsden State Community College for spring semester is ongoing through Jan. 13. Classes begin Jan. 9 for the full spring semester and spring mini 1 term. Classes begin March 3 for the spring mini 2 term. For more information email admissions@gadsdenstate.edu. ALABAMA TRIBUTE - The 4th Annual ALABAMA Tribute will be held on Friday, December 16, 2022 from 7-10 p.m. at the Fort Payne DeKalb Theater. This show is a tribute to the ALABAMA Band. Tickets and more information are available at Eventbrite.com. ACT PREP COURSE - Gadsden State Community College’s Continuing Education Program is offering ACT preparation courses covering four core subjects – English, reading, math and science. Classes will meet at the Cardinal Tutoring Center located in Allen Hall on the Wallace Drive Campus. The session dates, times and course offerings are from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 29 for English and reading and Dec. 1 for math and science. Students can register for the session(s) of their choice. Registration cost is $60 for each session. Registration is $99 for both weekday sessions. Once a student registers, a confirmation email will be sent containing instructions and items needed for the class. To register for any of the Continuing Education classes, visit www.gadsdenstate. edu/continuinged. For more information call Pam Clough, director of Continuing Education, at 256-549-8462 or email pclough@gadsdenstate.edu.
NORMANDY BOUND - The Boaz High School Marching Band has been selected to preform in the 80th anniversary D-Day Memorial Parade and Allied Musical Salute to Veteran's in Normandy, France in June 2024. The announcement was made by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey following the band's halftime performance show during a recent football game. Additionally, the Jacksonville State University Marching Southerns have also been invited to France for the historical event. REFRESH SUNDAY - The Albertville North Broad Street Church of Christ will hold Refresh Sunday on November 27, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Tommy Scott, of Arkansas will be the guest speaker. There will be a fellowship meal at 11:45 a.m. REINDEER ON THE RIVERFRONT - The City of Chattanooga, TN is holding a Reindeer on the Riverfront and Lighted Boat Parade at Ross Landing on Friday, November 25, 2022 from 3-7 p.m. The event will include holiday fun, real reindeer, pictures with Santa, a lighted boat parade and fireworks. START STRONG SCHOLARSHIP - Gadsden State Community College is awarding Start Strong Scholarships for the 2023-24 academic year. The scholarship covers up to six hours of tuition and fees for the 2023 fall semester and 2024 spring semester. It is open to graduating high school seniors. Applications are due March 1. Full- time, eligible students can get a combined 12 hours of credit paid for through the Start Strong Scholarship Program. The scholarship is not limited to those living within the Gadsden State service area. The Start Strong Scholarship will pay in-state tuition for out-of-state students. This is Gadsden State’s second year to award these scholarships worth almost $2,000 each. GIVING DAY - The Albertville North Broad Street Church of Christ's Friend's Giving Day will be on Sunday November 20, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Visitors will be the honored guests and there will be a fellowship meal following the morning service. SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY - The City of Gadsden will host a Small Business Saturday in Downtown on November 26. The Gadsden Youth Chorus will be performing a mini concert at the Memorial Garden at 4th & Broad at 10 a.m. CHRISTMAS AT THE GROTTO - The 4th Annual Christmas at the Grotto will start on November 25 at 5 p.m. at the Ava Maria Grotto in Cullman. Come and experience the beauty of Br. Joseph's work at night surrounded by lights and music. The dates and times for the event are as follows: December 25-26 from 5-9 p.m.; December 1-3 from 5-9 p.m.; December 9-10 from 5-9 p.m. (wagon rides); December 11 and 15 from 5-9 p.m.; December 16-17 from 5-9 p.m. (wagon rides); December 19-22 from 5-9 p.m.; December 23 from 5-9 p.m. (wagon rides); and December 26 from 5-9 p.m. On December 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 there will be live musical performances, food trucks, kids' rides around St. Bernard's campus and horse-drawn wagon rides along a beautiful decorated path in the woods. The cost for Admission is $10 for Adults; $8 for Seniors; $7 for Military/Veterans/1st Responders; $8 for Teens (age 13-17); and $7 for Children (age 5-12). Children under 4 are admitted for free. Wagon rides will be on December 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and the cost is $10. Kids' rides will be on Dec 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and the cost is $5. Refreshments will be available every night. GATLINBURG PARADE - Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Smokey Mountains during the 2022 Gatlinburg Christmas Parade. The event be held on Friday December 2 at 6 p.m. CHRISTMAS AT THE FALLS - The 2022 Christmas at the Falls at Noccalula Park begins on November 24 at 4 p.m and will go through January 1, 2023. For more information or tickets, visit noccalulafallspark.com. ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS - The Gadsden State Community College Alumni Association is accepting nominations for its annual Alumni of the Year Awards. Nominations are being accepted for Distinguished Alumni of the Year and the Distinguished Service Award. While nominators do not have to be members, it is preferred that nominees are members of the Alumni Association. Nominations are also being accepted for Gadsden State employees for the Outstanding Support Staff Award, the Outstanding Technical Faculty Award and the Outstanding Academic Faculty Award. Nominations for all awards are accepted from Gadsden State students, faculty, staff, alumni and community supporters. The deadline for nominations is Nov. 30. Winners will be announced at the College’s annual holiday party scheduled for Dec. 9. Nomination forms can be found at gadsdenstate.edu/alumni.
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Boaz High School Athletic Director and Assistant Principal Patrick Williams was recognized for his years of service to the school and community during a recent football game. Williams is set to retire after 20 years of service (2013-2023). Special Recognition $1.3 Million Award For Innovation and Research Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has awarded $1.3 million to stimulate new research and development at three Alabama universities and university systems and help improve lives. The University of Alabama at Birmingham was awarded two grants totaling $666,910, the University of Alabama was awarded two grants totaling $486,026 and Auburn University received a grant of $184,773. The grants are from the Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund. The state-funded program was created in 2019 under the Alabama Innovation Act which was approved by the Legislature and signed into law by Governor Ivey. “Often, the research and development that comes out of our universities has far-reaching and life-altering impacts across a wide array of issue areas,” said Governor Ivey. “Alabama’s future outlook is largely dependent on our ability to find solutions to the problems of tomorrow, and I commend the students and professors for their dedication and time-consuming efforts to ensure Alabama remains the leader in innovation that it is.” The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the grants. “ADECA is pleased to join with Governor Ivey in supporting and encouraging research and innovation at our state universities,” said ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell. “It is amazing to see solutions arise out of challenges relating to science and technology and other fields of study.” The awarded grants were to UAB, Alabama and Auburn and they are as follows: University of Alabama at Birmingham • $316,910 to conduct research relating to the development of a new neurovascular stent for stroke treatment. • $350,000 to conduct research involving the development of a new material in dental root-canal treatment. University of Alabama • $399,831 to conduct research relating to development of a membrane for the removal of some man-made chemicals which may cause harm in humans. • $86,314 to conduct research involving the development of ultra-high performance concrete using materials available in Alabama Auburn University • $184,773 to conduct research relating to the development of an iron-based contrast agent in an angiography procedure that examines blood flow in the body. Marshall County Chief Deputy Steve Guthrie passed away on Nov. 9, 2022 following medical complications. “On behalf of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to both the friends and the family of Chief Deputy Steve Guthrie of the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office," said Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor. "As the family, Sheriff’s Office and the community grieve, I have assured Sheriff (Phil) Sims that we will make all ALEA resources available as they attempt to cope with this tragic loss. A dedicated law enforcement veteran of 30 years, Chief Deputy Guthrie’s leadership, courage and sacrifice to his local community, as well as to the entire State of Alabama, is apparent by the overwhelming care and support already displayed by those he so faithfully served," added Taylor. Marshall County Chief Deputy Passes Away
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Keeping Drugs Off The Street
Man Killed After 4-wheeler Chase According to Etowah County Sheriff Jonathon Horton, one person has died after shots were fired following a four- wheeler chase. An Etowah County Investigator attempted to stop a four-wheeler driven by a white male on Holliday Circle in the Egypt Community. During the pursuit the male stopped the ATV on Walker Mountain Road and ran on foot. During the foot pursuit a struggle ensued and during the altercation shots where fired resulting in a fatality. At the time of the press release the name of the individual is being withheld, Also at the request of Sheriff Horton, Jacksonville State University Center for Applied Forensics and the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office have responded to the scene and will be the lead on the investigation. Arab Man Dies in Car Crash AccordingtoAlabamaStateTroopersatwo-vehiclecrash on Thursday, November 3, claimed the life of an Arab man. Wesley L. Darnell, 43, was fatally injured when the 1999 Mercury Marquis that he was driving entered the opposing lane and was struck by a 2013 Toyota Highlander driven by Randy A. Rathmann, 78, of Arab. Darnell was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Rathmann and a passenger in the Toyota, Francine F. Rathmann, 77, of Arab, were both injured and transported to Huntsville Hospital for treatment. The crash occurred on Alabama 69 near Warrenton Road, approximately one mile west of Guntersville, in Marshall County. No additional information was provided by authorities, as Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.
By Brandon K. Pierce Alabama Ledger The Rainsville Police Department is working to help keep drugs off the street. According to a police report, several individuals have been arrested by authorities in the city during the first week of November. On November 1 at approximately 10:45 p.m. Patrol Officers performed a traffic stop on County Road 90 in Rainsville. Officers also identified the Driver of the car as Justin Leslie Scott. Scott’s girlfriend Terra Renee Helms was also in the car. During this stop the officers obtained permission to search the vehicle, where they found approximately 110 grams of Synthetic Marijuana (Spice), smoked “blunts” containing spice, as well as zip lock bags and a large container of rolling papers. They also discovered that the tag on the vehicle was switched. As a result, Justin Leslie Scott of Mentone was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Trafficking Dangerous Drugs (Spice). Terra Renee Helms of Fort Payne was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and Promoting Prison Contraband after bringing more spice into the jail inside her pants. On November 4 at 8:30 a.m. Rainsville officers received a tip of drug use and possible drug sales occurring at an Apartment in the 100 Block of George Wallace St SW. When officers arrived at the apartment, they were met by Judy Lynn Steele, who lived inside the apartment. She stated only one more person was inside and gave officers permission to look inside the apartment. Once inside,
authorities found that 2 individuals were hiding in the bathroom attempting to flush physical evidence down the toilet, and another individual was hiding in the bedroom closet. Officers also found a baggy containing methamphetamine, a baggy containing marijuana, and other items considered to be drug paraphernalia inside the apartment. Judy Lynn Steele was arrested and charged with Hindering Prosecution 1st degree. Jeff Wayne Steele was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana 2nd, and for a outside agency warrant. Samantha Talley was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana 2nd, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Tampering with Physical Evidence. Her boyfriend Gerald Crittenden of Florence, AL was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana 2nd, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Tampering with Physical Evidence, and a SORNA violation after being found living in Rainsville without registering as a Sex Offender. Crittenden was found to have several other SORNA violations as well. “The arrest at the apartment complex was made with tips and complaints from the citizens of Rainsville,” said Police Chief Michael Edmondson. “We always encourage the public to inform us of any information they may have on criminal activity. Also, I am proud of the quick action officers took in apprehending these criminals.” “Sex Offenders must be held accountable for their actions, sex offender laws are put in place for a reason, if an offender fails to comply, we will prosecute to the fullest extent,” concluded Edmondson.
DeKalb County Authorities Recover Guns, Drugs and a Motorcycle
DeKalb County Authorities confiscated over 3,000 grams of methamphetamine and over 3,000 grams of marijuana during the month of October. Fentanyl, cocaine, suboxone, several firearms, drug paraphernalia, and an undisclosed amount of US Currency were also seized. DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden also added that a motorcycle and one of the firearms that were seized had previously been reported stolen. The month started on Saturday, October 1, as DeKalb County Deputies were involved in a vehicle pursuit on highway 75. Deputies managed to get the driver to pull over, where he was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Christopher Daniel Jones (33 of Rainsville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Attempt to Elude. Also, on October 1 while patrolling on County Road 480 in Kilpatrick, DeKalb County Deputies spotted Jonathon David Owens (48 of Boaz) walking along the side of the road. Deputies knew Owens had active warrants with our Agency and as they pulled over to speak with Owens, he took off running. Owens was soon caught and taken into custody. Owens was charged with Tampering with Physical Evidence, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Attempt to Elude, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Disorderly Conduct. On October 6, Narcotics Agents assisted the Henagar Police Department and DeKalb County Deputies conduct a search warrant on Tinker Road. During the search, over 6 pounds of methamphetamine was found. Rory Bentley Shankles (62 of Henagar) was charged with Trafficking in any Illegal Drug and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Brenda Annette Scott (54 of Henagar) was also charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On October 7, DeKalb County Narcotics Agents, along with DeKalb County Deputies and Rainsville Police Department, conducted a search warrant at the Super 8 Motel in Rainsville finding approximately 5 ounces of methamphetamine. Anthony Glenn Hilley (59 of Pisgah) and Christy Nicole Jennings (37 of Ider) were both charged with Trafficking in any Illegal Drug, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On October 12, the Crossville Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Union Grove Road. During the stop, authorities detected the odor of marijuana coming from within the vehicle. After searching the vehicle, the police found marijuana and methamphetamine. Danny Lawayne Graves (58 of Collinsville) resisted arrest, but was soon taken into custody. Graves was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd and Resisting Arrest. On October 13, authorities conducted a search warrant at a residence on County Road 381, finding over 3 pounds of marijuana, as well as THC Dab, THC Vape pens, drug paraphernalia and an undisclosed amount of US currency. Justin David Young (27 of Boaz) and Cynthia Etherton Eldridge (59 of Boaz) were both charged with Trafficking in any illegal Drug (x2), Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2) and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On October 13, DeKalb County Narcotics Agents, along with Criminal Investigators, conducted a search warrant at a residence on Road 1992. Methamphetamine, marijuana, controlled pills and a firearm that had been reported stolen out of Albertville, were found during the search. Dennis Lashane Gilreath (46 of Geraldine) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Receiving Stolen Property 1st, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substance (x2). Connie Jo Horton (38 of Geraldine) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Receiving Stolen Property 1st, Unlawful Possession of
Marijuana 1st, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and 5 warrants for Failure to Appear. On October 16, the Collinsville Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Valley Ave. Authorities found the driver to be in possession of synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia. David Britton Kyle Burns (29 of Collinsville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On October 17, the Henagar Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Alabama Highway 40. According to authorities, the driver was in possession of Oxycodone, which he had no prescription for, marijuana, drug paraphernalia and open container. Brandon Marteze Bone (35 of Atlanta Ga) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Open Container-Alcohol in a Vehicle. On October 19, DeKalb County Narcotics Agents, along with the Sylvania Police Department, conducted a search warrant on 2nd Street in Sylvania, where authorities found methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Jeffery Elbert Townsel (60 of Sylvania) was charged with Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Also on October 19, DeKalb County Deputies responded to a call of trespassing on Industrial Drive in Henagar. Upon arriving, Deputies made contact with Toby Lynn Hudgins (49 of Rainsville), finding him to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Hudgins was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Break/Enter Vehicle, Reckless Endangerment, Theft of Property 1st, Criminal Trespass 2nd and 4 warrants for Failure to Appear. On October 21, authorities conducted a search warrant on County Road 255. During the search, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, guns and a motorcycle were found. The motorcycle has previously been reported stolen. Myron Joseph Battise (22 of Fort Payne) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Receiving Stolen Property 1st. On October 22, DeKalb County Deputies went to a residence on County Road 3 following up on an investigation. While at the residence law enforcement found marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Crystal Michelle Baugh (39 of Crossville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Tampering with Physical Evidence. Baugh was also found to have active warrants with Marshall County. On October 23, the Crossville Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Highway 68. During the stop the police found methamphetamine, controlled medication and suboxone strips in the vehicle. Danny Ray Peacock (50 of Crossville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x3) and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Caleb Grayson Tann Carman (30 of Boaz) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2) and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On October 24, Deputies went to a residence on County Road 169 in Higdon looking for a subject they had a warrant on. Fredrick Leon Jenkins Jr., (46 of Higdon) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Chemical Endangerment of Exposing a child. Also on October 24, the Crossville Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Highway 68 and County Road 24 finding the driver to have active warrants with an outside agency. Joseph Lee Hulsey (48 of Piedmont) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Tampering with Physical Evidence. On October 25, DeKalb County Deputies, along with the Crossville and Geraldine Police Departments conducted
a traffic stop at the Marshall County Line. During the search, 14 grams of methamphetamine was found. Truman Wayne McCoy Jr (34 of Asbury) and Allen Irvin Lemaster (43 of Albertville) were both charged with Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On October 26, the Crossville Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Highway 68 finding the driver to be in possession of prescription medication that the driver did not have a prescription for. Maria Caridad Marrero (48 of Crossville) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance. Also on October 26, DeKalb County Narcotics Agents, along with Deputies and the Fort Payne Police Department conducted a search warrant at a residence on Steele Ave SW in Fort Payne. During the search, a trafficking amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, ecstasy, hydrocodone, fentanyl, cocaine and a liquid methamphetamine conversion lab was found in the residence. An undisclosed amount of US currency, several firearms, edibles and drug paraphernalia were also found within the residence. Dylan Austin Stephens (23 of Fort Payne) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x7), Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Unlawful Possession of Drug paraphernalia, Unlawful Manufacturing of Controlled Substance 1st and 3 warrants for Failure to Appear. Deana Marie Betz (29 of Fort Payne) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x6), Trafficking in any Illegal Drug, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Manufacturing of Controlled Substance 1st. DHR was called due to a child being in the home. In a third incident on October 26, the Henagar Police Department received a call that a man in the McDonald’s parking lot was acting suspicious, as if he were possibly impaired. When Officers arrived and tried making contact, the subject took off, leading officers on a pursuit. DeKalb County Deputies and the Fort Payne Police Department were contacted and asked to assist. The driver led officers down Highway 117 into Hammondville and then onto I-59 where the chase came to an end. During a search of the vehicle, methamphetamine, kratom, drug paraphernalia, an open container of alcohol, several firearms with no serial numbers, and an undisclosed amount of US currency was seized from the vehicle. Tyler Hamilton Newsome (39 of Sylvania) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2) Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Attempt to Elude and Altering a Firearm and Possession of. On October 27, law enforcement conducted a search warrant at a residence on County Road 1931 in Crossville. Authorities found a trafficking amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, controlled narcotics and firearms. When Agents arrived, one subject ran out of the house into the woods in an attempt to hide evidence. Lonnie Ray Clark (48 of Crossville) was charged with Trafficking in any Illegal Drug, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 1st, Resisting Arrest, Attempt to Elude, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd. Barbara Inez Blackwell (45 of Crossville) was charged with Trafficking in any Illegal Drug, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
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Adams Brown Service Funeral Home The following Death Notices are published as a courtesy of the Alabama Ledger and local funeral homes. To include more information, or a photo of your loved one, in a future Edition of the Alabama Ledger contact us at 256-506-7368. You can also find more obit information on the Sand Mountain Obits Facebook Page. Kerby Funeral Home in Henagar Brian Allan Martin, age 54, of Rainsville Howard Gant, age 94, of Henagar Gary Lee Roberts, age 61, of Crossville Linda Fay Sharp, age 78, of Albertville Sarah Louise York, age 81, of Albertville
Summer Murdock, age 43, of Sylvania Dorothy Jo Kenimer, age 82, of Pisgah Dorothy Louise Allen, age 79, of Rosalie Garland Gaines Frazier Jr., age 48, of Henagar Marshall Memorial Funeral Home Vonnie Hartley McGlaughn, passed away at age 86 Marie Higgins, passed away at age 79 Raseena Lynn King, passed away at age 54 Dennis Collafus Buchanan Jr., passed away at age 54 Melissa P. Strange, age 68, of Boaz Glen Williams, age 90, of Boaz Grady Alexander, age 53, of Boaz Ethel M. Kennedy, age 82, of Boaz Billy F. Smith, age 75, of Crossville Alvin Joe Johnson, age 85, of Boaz Morgan Funeral Chapel and Crematory Dixie Memory Thompson, age 77, of Attalla Kimberly Joy Blevins Jones, age 53, of Attalla James Leonard Jenkins, III, age 62, of Cedar Bluff Guy Earl Alford, age 75, of Attalla Velma Lorena Privett, age 94, of Rainbow City Bonnie Lucille Gray Hancock, age 89, formerly of Attalla Luis Lugo Cintron, age 92, of Attalla Dillon Wade Robinson, age 28, of Steele Rhonda Jean Bone Scerba, age 48, of Rainbow City Linda Stewart, age 71, of Guntersville John Paul White, age 66, of Guntersville McRae Funeral Home in Boaz Wesley Ray Wright, age 41, of Gadsden Bonnie Faye Peterson, age 89, of Steele Shalina "Sha" Proctor, age 37, of Altoona Cecil E. Etheridge, age 96, of Attalla Toni Galimore Wilbanks, age 62, of Attalla Iosner Alpet, age 48, of Rainbow City Dewey Larry Davis, age 58, of Piedmont Erma Hylton, age 82, of Centre Timothy Eugene Mobbs, age 62, of Gaylesville Anita Gibbs, age 75, of Leesburg Rainsville Funeral Home Perry Funeral Home In Centre Deidre Thorpe, age 60, of Lake Milton, Ohio Lynda Rowell Johnston, age 75, of Section David McDonald, age 45, of Scottsboro Kenneth Jackson Gilbert, age 70, of Rainsville Drew Smith, 79, of Cleveland, TN (formerly of Rainsville) Betty Jean Martin, age 61, of Horton Georgann Elizabeth McAllister, age 77, of Chipley, FL Section Funeral Home Casey VanCole Durham, passed away at age 36 Linda Sue Haynes Edmondson, age 80, of Dutton Alta Faye Robbins Headrick, age 83, of Dutton Wilson Funeral Home in Fort Payne Michael Wayne Freeman, age 65, of Fort Payne James Alan Adkins, age 66, of Collinsville Leland H. Chandler, age 88, of Fort Payne Margaret Rose Steward, age 89, of Fort Payne Jane Elizabeth Walker McAbee, age 92, of Fort Payne Odell Dukes, age 86, of Fort Payne Larry Junior Long has passed away Annie Ruth Beason Sharp, age 81, of Fort Payne Infant Genesis Lorenzo Mateo Ramirez passed away Yuliana Orozco Meza DeGonzalez, age 35, of Valley Head Nellie F. Wynn, age 79, of Fort Payne Dean Bowling, age 46, of Fort Payne Susan Brown Wigley, age 69, of Fort Payne William Joseph Rene Cry, age 91, of Fort Payne LeeDell J. Hardeman, age 92, of Fort Payne Erskin Barron Wills, age 85, formerly of Fort Payne Eva Mae Eason Trent, age 80, of Fort Payne W.T. Wilson Funeral Home Bobby Ray Wilbanks, age 81, of Section Ray Morton Feltner, age 39, of Dawson Thomas Gregory "Cornbread" Beason, age 43, passed away Virginia Pauline Mattox Peek, age 96, formerly of Rainsville Joseph Dwayne Shaddix, age 75, formerly of Cullman Buddy Larry Smith, age 73, of Boaz Mary John Bryant, age 80, of Rainsville Gary Lee Gideon, age 77 of Valley Head Elizabeth Faye Jackson, age 61, of Collinsville Patricia Ann Young, age 79, of Valley Head Foye Clines, age 92, of Fort Payne Barbara Ann Medlock, age 54, of Sylvania Mattie Fay Mitchell, age 86, of Fort Payne Johnathon David Mullinax, age 42, of Crossville Wilson Oneal Sims, age 62, of Albertville Danny Roger Lamunyon, age 75, of Rainsville Jarrod W. Moon, age 49, of Guntersville Lamaurice Hugh Weaver, age 82, of Henagar Paul Michael Williams Sr., age 61, of Scottsboro Sharon Kay Hooks, age 72, of Hoover James Ray "Pete" Whitten, age 79, of Dawson Jason Craig Murdock, age 46, of Albertville Randall "Randy" L. Oliver, age 76, of Millbrook, AL Earl Wilson McGee, age 88, of Sand Mountain Curtis Gordon "Curt" Harvell, age 65, of Fort Payne
Phillip Lamar Brown, age 44, of Guntersville Shirley Ann Keener, age 66, of Albertville Beulah Ruth Mullican Moman, 89, formerly of Albertville Cloma Del "Rogers" Head, age 102, of Albertville Albertville Memorial Funeral Home Doris Imogene Mitchell, age 88, of Albertville Thomas Ricky Buckelew, age 71, of Horton Glenda Ann Pendley, age 75, of Albertville Larry Joe Cornelius, age 86, of Albertville Terry Lynn Silvers, age 59, of Boaz Rebecca Sue Hayes Sims, age 73, of Albertville Adriana Luna-Martinez, age 28, of Albertville Tricia Dawn Toole Garner, age 49, of Horton Carol Peppers Beaird, age 71, of Albertville Louis Shelton Dickie, age 63, of Boaz Joan Francis Dixon, age 88, of Boaz Martha Elaine Autrey, age 68, of Albertville Jimmy Dale Hedricks, age 76, of Albertville Burt Funeral Home Norma Lee Ashbrener, age 93, of Fort Payne Kenneth Hammond Sr, age 90, of Valley Head Cody Allen Williams, age 34, of Fort Payne Martha Freeman MaKeehan, age 66, of Fort Payne Ronald Jerry Slaton, age 73, of Valley Head Mary Alice Clark, age 74, of Valley Head Carr Funeral Home in Boaz Charles David Dixon, age 60, of Gadsden Carr Funeral Home in Guntersville Frances Louise Smith Kitchens, age 84, of Guntersville Edward Leroy Irby, age 88, of Guntersville Robert Morton Mullins, passed away at age 85 Keith Leon "Bug" Redington, Jr., passed away at age 68 Collier-Butler Funeral Home Rilla Adeline Dabbs Walley, age 100, of Gadsden Larry Wayne Jolley, age 79, of Gadsden Lawrence "Larry" Robert Dooley, age 87, of Gadsden Barry Randell Myers, age 62, of Albertville Kimberly Atchley, age 61, of Guntersville Hailey Nicole Tedder has passed away Thomas Arthur Ryan, age 84, of Attalla Carolyn Ann Cole, age 83, of Oneonta Bill J. Thompson, age 92, of Gadsden Billy Gale Lankford, age 84, of Rainbow City Doyce Roy Gargus, age 66, of Gadsden Bobby Joe Jenkins, Sr., age 88, of Gadsden Sharon "Sue" Vernon Gargus, age 67, of Gadsden Mary Frances Kinsey, age 93, of Rainbow City Dorothy Mae Walden, passed away at age 94 Dorothy Woodall Holaway, age 94, of Gadsden John Charles Rutledge, age 52, of Southside Lloyd Ray Roberts, age 83, of Southside Clyde Henry Porter, Jr., age 80, of Gadsden Alex Lafayette Holtsford, Sr., age 91, formerly of Gadsden Connie Edgeworth Dutton passed way at age 64 Sharon Lynn Reeves, age 78, of Hokes Bluff Peggy M. Watson, age 75, of Attalla Betty Phillips, age 82, of Gadsden Mona Glenn Monk, age 71, of Birmingham Shirley Ann Ogle, age 75, of Rainbow City Ann Mary Vaughn, age 82, of Rainbow City Michael Stanley Bourgeois II, age 36, of Gadsden James "Jim" Frederick Garbe, age 81, of Gadsden Margaret Ann Griffith, age 83, of Gadsden Hoyt Epperson, age 85, of Attalla Frances "Ann" Medlin, passed away at age 79 Nancy Cunningham Cosby, age 81, of Rainbow City David Brazell, age 88, of Gadsden Collinsville Funeral Home Marie Ann Mendenhall King, age 79, of Collinsville Triston Blake McLaughlin, age 16, of Collinsville Sandra Kay Stanford Killian, age 73, of Collinsville Cornerstone Funeral Chapel in Ider Mary Anne Love Williams, age 82, of Ider Lou Ann Nichols Scholl, age 70, of Henagar John James Doresk, age 89, of Flat Rock Edith Virginia Slaton Roberts, age 86, of Rainsville David Earl Richey, age 72, of Pisgah William Stephen "Steve" Graben, age 68, of Henagar Oliver Bremon Peek, age 81, of Pisgah Billy Wayne Pike, age 70, of Henagar Ovell Cecil Dixson, age 85, of Fort Payne Tammie Renee Wells, age 59, of Flat Rock Geraldine Funeral Home Randy J. Hunt, age 72, of Crossville Guntersville Memorial Chapel Beverly Kay York, age 62, of Guntersville Rev. James Earl Dorsett, age 70, of Guntersville Walter Seth Adams Jr., passed away at age 80 Janet Marie Martin, passed away at age 60 Martha Elizabeth Vandergriff, age 75, of Guntersville Rev. Bryce Allen Blair, passed away at age 81 Etowah Memorial Chapel Chase Carlton Self, age 25, of Altoona Barbara Ann Childress, age 70, of Gadsden Debby Anne Stone Hill, age 67, of Attalla Billy Joe "Bud" Arrington, age 56, of Horton Barbara A. Brown, age 63, of Crossville Doyle Everett Martin, age 95, of Boaz Norma Anna Gowens, age 87, of Gadsden Rebecca Ann Murray, age 44, of Boaz Robert Miles "Kudo" Harris, age 32, of Boaz Aaron Dennis Johnson, age 66, of Boaz Dorothy "Dot" Ann Whitt Thompson, age 90, of Boaz Michael Allen Hickey, age 65, of Fyffe
Jeff Cook, founding member and legendary guitarist of the supergroup ALABAMA, has died. Cook, a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, Fiddlers Hall of Fame and Gibson's Guitarist of the Year, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2022 with his family and close friends by his side at his beach home in Destin, Florida. He was 73. The multi-award winning guitarist was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2012. Cook was a champion in all he attempted and he courageously faced his battle with a positive attitude. Jeffrey Alan Cook was born in Fort Payne, Alabama on August 27, 1949. He began playing lead guitar and keyboards in bands at the age of 13. Securing a broadcast license only three days after his 14th birthday, Cook went to work as a disc jockey at a local Fort Payne radio station. The broadcast bug had entered his blood and later resulted in him owning radio and TV stations. After graduating from Fort Payne High School, Cook received a degree in Electronic Technology from Gadsden State Community College in Gadsden, Alabama and was named “Outstanding Alumni” by the American Association of Community Colleges. Cook loved that radio combined two of his favorite things, music and electronics. One of Cook’s lifelong dreams came true with the construction of Cook Sound Studios and his home, “Cook Castle,” based in Fort Payne. The studio was a way for him to help musicians share their music with others. Outside of music, one of his favorite hobbies was bass fishing. He was proud to be an official “Fishing Ambassador” to the state of Alabama, as proclaimed by five Governors. Cook is credited for introducing the electric double neck guitar to country music. He was also an accomplished musician with the ability to play piano, guitar, fiddle, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin and anything else thrown in front of him. He married the love of his life, Lisa Williams, on June 9, 1995. The Cooks resided in “Cook Castle” atop Lookout Mountain in Fort Payne, AL, Guntersville, AL and Destin/ Miramar Beach, FL. As a member of ALABAMA, Cook enjoyed one of the most successful careers in country music history. Over 50 years ago, Cook, along with cousins Teddy Gentry and Randy Owen, left Fort Payne to spend the summer playing music in a Myrtle Beach, South Carolina bar called The Bowery. It took Cook, Gentry and Owen six long years of tip jars and word-of-mouth to earn the major label deal they’d been dreaming of. Then, seemingly no time at all to change the face of country music forever. Cook's iconic guitar licks, unique fiddle style, exceptional vocals and harmony, along with his bandmates, went on to sell 80 million albums and charted 43 No. 1 hits, becoming the biggest group in the history of the country genre. Due to Cook’s health battle, he ceased touring with ALABAMA in 2018. With his encouragement and well wishes, ALABAMA went on because Cook never wanted “the music to stop or the party to end.” With his profound desire to help others, The Jeff and Lisa Cook Foundation was formed along with The Jeff and Lisa Cook Children's Home to house orphaned children worldwide, starting in the Philippines. Cook is survived by his wife of 27 years Lisa Cook, beloved puppies Blazer and Blakely, his mother Betty Cook, his brother David Cook, Crystal Cook, his father- in-law Jerrial Williams, his brother-in-law Randy Williams and many nieces and nephews. Cook was pre-deceased by his father James Cook and his mother-in-law, JoAnn Williams. Jeffrey Alan Cook will always be thankful for his loving family, many close friends and especially... his FANS. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to THE JEFF AND LISA COOK FOUNDATION: P.O. BOX 680067, Fort Payne, AL 35968 or through the foundation website: thejeffandlisacookfoundation.org Arrangements for Cook's “Celebration of Life” will be announced at a later date. _Courtesy ALABAMA Facebook Page JEFF COOK Aug. 27, 1949 - Nov. 7 2022 Photo by Brandon K. Pierce
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