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Community Colleges Awarded $522 Million Alabama Teachers Receive Pay Raise
By Brandon K. Pierce Alabama Ledger Gadsden State Community College was granted $12 million in the Education Supplemental Appropriation Bill recently approved by Alabama legislators and signed into law by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey. The money will be used in constructing and equipping the Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center (AMC) on the East Broad Campus in Gadsden. Overall, nearly $522 million in new funding for ACCS institutions was approved in the education budget and supplemental bill. “The $12 million that was set aside in the supplemental budget for Gadsden State is a direct result of the support and advocacy of our legislators,” said Dr. Kathy Murphy, president. “We appreciate our legislators and their support of Gadsden State and the Alabama Community College System.” Gadsden State broke ground for the facility on February 21. The construction of the AMC is approximately $24 million with funding also coming from a statewide bond issue passed by the Alabama Legislature in 2020 to provide funding for facility upgrades and new construction for all levels of education. The new facility will feature 10 laboratories, The Albertville Board of Education has named Todd Watkins, the district’s current Assistant Superintendent, as interim superintendent for Albertville City Schools effective July 1, 2023. On May 25, Dr. Boyd K. English, the district’s current superintendent, announced he would retire after six years as superintendent. His last day with Albertville City Schools will be June 30, 2023. “Albertville is full of great promise, and we must continue working together with the City of Albertville, the community, and industry partners to support our teachers for the success of all students,” said Watkins. “I am honored by the confidence the Board of Education has placed on me to lead the district during this critical transition.” Watkins has over 20 years of combined
seven classrooms, 11 offices, a multipurpose room, 10 tool and storage rooms, a storm shelter, a testing suite, a kitchen and serving area, a breakroom and six restroom areas. It will also feature glass viewing areas that allow prospective students and industry partners to have laboratory visibility during tours; a safety entrance for students loading and unloading from cars or buses; and a digital display with information for job seekers and industry partners. Some of the highlights from the supplemental bill include: • $316,237,500 for expenses associated with construction and renovation projects at ACCS institutions, including Gadsden State’s AMC • $103 million for the construction and
facilities or expenses associated with ongoing capital projects at ACCS institutions • $1 million for the Innovation Center Additionally the Education Budget included funding for a 2 percent pay raise for community college employees on Board of Trustees-approved salary schedules. “Our students’ education is my top priority, and teachers are vital to their successful future, which is why I am proud to, once again, deliver a pay raise to Alabama teachers," said Governor Ivey. “Every year since I have been governor, I have proposed a pay increase for our educators, and because of our work with the Legislature, Alabama has increased base salary for teachers by about $6,000 during that time. As I stated during my state of the state address, my goal is to have the starting salary for all Alabama teachers to be the highest in the Southeast by the end of my term." Also included in the Bill is funding for a 30-year step increase, meaning an additional approximate 3 percent pay raise for long- serving employees with 30 or more years of service.“ This historic level of support is a clear demonstration of the confidence that Alabama policymakers have in ACCS and our employees,” said ACCS Chancellor Jimmy Baker. Watkins served as Albertville’s executive director of career technology education and student services, overseeing the areas of career tech, student services, operations and maintenance, transportation, enrollment, information technology, athletics, and virtual education. Prior to Albertville, superintendent, Watkins served in multiple roles at Huntsville City Schools, including Director of Career Technology Education, Director of Technology, Director of the Huntsville Virtual Academy, and Alternative School Principal. He’s also served in those areas at Eufaula City Schools, Oxford City Schools, and Piedmont City Schools. Watkins is also a veteran who has served in the Military Intelligence and Military Police Branches of the military. While attending Jacksonville State
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The Albertville Museum is recognizing local individuals for their contributions to NASA's Apollo Program. During July, the Museum will have a special exhibit on display called "Albertville Advances Apollo" that will focus on Albertville residents who have worked at NASA. Several area residents had already loaned various pictures and memorabilia to the museum for the events. Other items will include a few posters from the Smithsonian about the Apollo 11 mission and the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville is loaning out a Shuttle Tire and various other artifacts. The Albertville Museum is open on Tuesday and Wednesday from 9-3 and Thursday and Friday from 10-4. The museum will have special hours on Saturday, July 15 from 11-6 to accommodate folks attending Albertville's Downtown Block Party. For more information about the exhibit call 256-878-0506. NASA Apollo Exhibit
University, he worked as a Deputy Sheriff in Etowah County. He’s a graduate of the 2019-2020 cohort of the Alabama Superintendent Academy. School board members also approved the specifics of the superintendent job posting and timeline at the meeting. Elements included the job description and title, qualifications, information on where to apply, information on deadlines and other relevant information. The deadline for applications is 5 p.m. on July 3. Finalists will be announced at the July 18 board meeting. The board will name a new superintendent at the Aug. 15 meeting. Both meetings will begin at 6 p.m. at 105 West Main Street in Albertville. For complete information on the vacancy, applicants should visit albertk12.org. Library Grant Alabama Community College has been selected as one of 240 libraries to participate in Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities. This program provides community engagement Northeast and accessibility resources to small and rural libraries to help them better serve people with disabilities. The award comes with a $10,000 grant that will help the NACC Learning Resources Center purchase and update its circulation/ reference desk.
equipping of facilities for inmate education in state prison facilities (ACCS provides the education and training opportunities) $30 million for career technical facilities and equipment upgrades $31 million to establish the Alabama Centers for Rural Healthcare Opportunities, a collaboration between the community colleges, rural healthcare employers and communities for deferred maintenance, renovation of existing million
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Todd Watkins Named Albertville City Schools Interim Superintendent
Brandi Still adds the final touches to Maggie Bryant's face painting during the Town of Geraldine's 2023 Picnic in the Park. The event included a car show, local vendors and music. Summertime Fun Photo by Brandon K. Pierce, Alabama Ledger
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Family Vacation Spots Around North Alabama North Alabama is a diverse region with appeal for a variety of travelers, as well as those familiar with or living in the state. The area has world-class fishing and countless outdoor recreational options, music, history, live entertainment venues, and dynamic downtowns filled with restaurants and shopping. Overall for families looking for that perfect vacation destination, this region tops the list. Museums and attractions for all ages Huntsville is in the heart of North Alabama and is the region’s largest city. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center draws visitors from around the globe for week-long Space Camp adventures. Even more enjoy spending a day exploring one of the largest collections of rockets and space memorabilia on display anywhere in the world. The Smithsonian Affiliate is the Visitor Center for NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. . The address for the Space & Rocket Center is 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, Alabama 35805. For more information call 256-551-2230. Another popular attraction in Huntsville is the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, which is lcoated at 404 Madison Street, Huntsville, Alabama 35801. The museum explores history here on earth with its hands-on, interactive history museum for children ages 2-9. This is just one part of a campus that is home to two other historical attractions, which include Alabama Constitution Hall Park and the Historic Huntsville Depot. For more information about this attraction call 256-564-8100. A museum that’s popular with some young visitors is Cook Museum of Natural Science, which is located at 133 4th Avenue NE in Decatur, AL. This state-of-the-art natural science museum is filled with hands-on, immersive experiences where kids can explore, interact with and learn about nature. Find out more by calling 256-351-4505. While in the Decatur area, be sure to take the short drive over to the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, which is located at 617 Highway 72 West in Tuscumbia. This historic venue is a place where visitors can learn of the many music legends that have called Alabama home. The music of the Shoals and beyond is a part of Alabama’s culture that visitors of all ages love to explore and enjoy. For more information call 256-381-4417. At Scottsboro’s Unclaimed Baggage Center, located at 509 West Willow Street, the whole family can enjoy a hunt for unknown treasures. This one-of-a-kind retail outlet is filled with lost or abandoned items – from toys to clothes to electronics and more – looking for a new home. Tired of looking for unknown treasures in Scottsboro, then check out the many other local antique shops and bin bargain stores located throughout North Alabama, including in the nearby Town of Fyffe or the High 5 Bargain Bins in Boaz, which is one of our favorites. Waterparks add a splash of excitement Thrill rides, lazy rivers and wave pools make for fun days and lasting memories. The water parks of North Alabama offer a variety of fun options. Point Mallard Water Park, located at 2600A Point Mallard Drive in Decatur has been a popular attraction for decades and it is home to America's first wave pool. The classic water park also features a variety of slides, a towering sky pond, an Olympic pool, sandy beach, kid’s zone and a scenic lagoon. The entire Point Mallard family fun park encompasses more than 700 acres among the pines and includes a 25-acre campground, an 18-hole golf course and hiking and biking trails. The outdoor water park at Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater, located at 915 West McKinney Avenue in Albertville, is one of the newest outdoor attractions in the region and features two 25-foot waterslides, a splash pad, a 600-foot lazy river with waterfall feature, a vortex pool and much more. The complex is a 130-acre park with live entertainment at the Sand Mountain Amphitheater, a RV park, a dog park, walking trials, and elite-level athletic facilities for softball, baseball, soccer, youth football, and others. The Spring Valley Beach Water Park, located at 2340 Spring Valley Beach Drive in Blountsville, is less than an hour’s drive from many of the region’s largest cities and has one of the largest swimming pools in the Southeast. The park has six water slides including the new “360 Rush,” popular for those looking to pump up the adrenaline. There is also a kids’ water playground and more than 20 pavilion areas. WildWater, located at 1707 Main Avenue SW in Cullman, is also one of the newest water park to make a splash in the region. The 12-acre park features a 22,000 square-foot wave pool and 18 water slides, including 10 thrill slides. There is also a kids’ area and a lazy drift river. Reservations are available for private cabana rentals. Hiking, fishing, zip lines and more Alabama’s State Parks are known as some of the best in the country. The diversity and beauty of the state’s natural resources are in full display around North Alabama. Buck’s Pocket State Park, located at 393 County Road 174 in Grove Oak, is one of several North Alabama State Parks. A new ORV (Off-Road Vehicles) trail was recently added to the park’s 15 miles of hiking trails and the park features spectacular canyon-rim views from a 1,000-foot scenic overlook. Cathedral Caverns State Park, located at 637 Cave Road in Woodville, is known for its stalagmite forest and frozen waterfall. The park’s signature cave, which maintains a 60-degree temperature all year long, has a huge opening that measures 126 feet wide and 25 feet high. Outside, the park offers gemstone mining. DeSoto State Park, located at 1299 Blalock Drive NE in Fort Payne, sits atop scenic Lookout Mountain and is known for its many rushing waterfalls and fragrant wildflowers. The park provides an array of lodging options, including a motel, log cabins, rustic cabins and mountain chalets. Don't forget to check out the charming nearby mountain town of Mentone for additional shops and restaurants. Joe Wheeler State Park, located at 4401 McLean Drive in Rogersville, is home to the 69,700-acre Wheeler Lake, which offers easy access to the Tennessee River and is popular with sailors, cruisers and anglers. Park amenities include a three-story lodge, restaurant, marina, boat launch, boat rentals, day-use pavilions and picnic areas and an 18-hole championship golf course. Lake Guntersville State Park, located at 1155 Lodge Drive in Guntersville, is a 6,000-acre park located along the shores of Lake Guntersville. A lodge, chalets, motel and convention center are situated on a 500-foot bluff overlooking the lake and there is an 18-hole golf course and The Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventures zipline course. Nearby downtown Guntersville offers a variety of retail and boutique shops, as well as numerous restaurants. If you are in the mood for seafood, be sure to check out Top O' The River for it's famous Riverboat Special or Wintzell's Oyster House, which located at 14455 US High 431 South in Guntersville. Monte Sano State Park, located at 5105 Nolen Avenue in Huntsville has vistas, mountaintop trails, family picnic areas and an 18-hole disc golf course. It is a popular spot for mountain bikers and hikers, with 22 miles of trails, varying in both scenery and difficulty. Rickwood Caverns State Park's, located at 370 Rickwood Park Road in Warrior, is also a great placed to checkout if you like caverns. The State Park's claim to fame is its miracle mile of underground caverns. The 260-million-year-old limestone formations, blind cave fish and underground pool are just a few of the natural wonders found in the Rickwood Cavern's State Park.
Love Never Fails Lynn's Ledger Devotional Column By Denise Lynn
I have had so many things swirling and twirling around in my mind lately. It can be too much at times, but maybe you can relate. Here's the deal. I love and I love hard. When I hurt, I also hurt hard. But the good thing about me is when I forgive, I forgive hard, I play and play hard, and work and work hard. I give 110% all the time to way more things in one day than most do in a week. I love it. Sometimes it can be a lot, but most of the time it's just me and it seems to be who I am. With that being said, I am around all kinds of people who have all kinds of stories. If I get to know you, I am very much like a mother goose gathering her flock, and my 110% surfaces there too. I will pray for you, pray with you if needed, send you scriptures, even map out my scripture quiet time in step by step instructions. I will send you prayers centered around certain subjects, songs to listen to, a station that will feed your spirit, and suggest TV shows, movies and apps to watch. I do this because my greatest love is God. He definitely gets 110% of me. I hope its what He wants. To be honest I do wonder sometimes if I have helped enough, been bold enough, loved enough, bugged you enough or left you alone enough. I guess it's a side effect of the 110% personality.
If you like me, we can be friends. Maybe even good friends if you will have me and distant friends if your not ready for the 110% Jesus Freak that I am. Believe me when I say that I have many friends who keep me at a safe distance like I'm contagious. Honestly I think I am. I have a lot of acquaintances and upon deeper evaluation maybe a short list of friends. Some people may talk about me behind my back and I will probably still be good to them. I will probably think "they are so much better than that". Someone can be super jealous of me and I'll just say "thats on them, I'm gonna love them anyway". You can ignore me and pretend I don't exist or even matter to you. I promise I will continue to think about you and you will matter to me. I will pray about your problems, the ones you ask me to pray about and the ones I feel inclined to pray about. Someone may try and rob me of my dreams or try to ruin me. If that's the case, I will pull back, but I want hate you. We can agree to disagree on tons of subjects, ideas, and moral issues. That want stop me from wanting to get to know the person that you are. But, here is the kicker. If you lie to me, than Houston we have a problem. Lying is where I draw the line. So, why is lying the
kicker after all that I have mentioned? It's because the devil is a liar. He is also all these other things. I feel like everything that happens serves a purpose, but a lie that is spoken can't be taken back. No, I don't blame you, I blame the devil. Deception is his "one trick pony". We know it, so why stay for the show. If you lie, I definitely retreat and usually hit my pause button, as well as put up a guard. I can ponder that lie and it's motives for weeks, asking God to show me the truth and the motive behind it. I am happy to report that God does provide. He does so because I believe He will. God is good, the devil is bad. What's so hard about that? We make it so much more than it needs to be. Basically, just love people and hate sin, as well as love God and hate the devil. Do Gods work and not the enemies. Overall, love to the extent that your heart can hold. Love when it hurts to love them, love when it's all the love they will feel, love when it's the chain breaker to a life of freedom. Love 110%. Love never fails. Isn't that what the Bible says? Love will not fail, it cant. Perfect love casts out all fear, so don't be afraid to love with every fiber of your being. Love 100% of all people at 110%.
The Town of Geraldine held its annual Picnic in The Park on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Members of the Geraldine Fire Department took time away from their booth to pose for a picture during the event. Geraldine Picnic In The Park Photo by Brandon K. Pierce, Alabama Ledger
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D eath Notices
Perry Funeral Home In Centre
Betty Joyce Halpin Crowe, age 82, of Ider Rhonda Lynn Biddle Pike, age 65, of Henagar Roland Richey Watkins, age 57, of Ider Crestwood Funeral Home in Gadsden Robert "Benny" Hollinsworth, age 91, of Gadsden Jack R. Gilson, age 86, of Gadsden Martha Lee Haywood Hughes passed away at age 83 Gary Austin Ford, age 88, of Gadsden Helen Frances Moon, age 88, of Gadsden Jerry Ray Hill, age 86, of Alexander City Vickie Sue Hickman, age 71, of Hokes Bluff Dolores Frazier, age 72, of Gadsden Robert "Bobby" Humphries, age 56, of Southside William "Skeet" Orville Martin passed away at age 96 Michael Reed Bowdoin, age 76, of Rainbow City Crossville Memorial Chapel Billy G. Roden, age 89, of Crossville George Wesley Gilbreath, age 81, of Crossville Etowah Memorial Chapel Stanley Loverall Pounds, age 68, of Boaz Donald Elton Noel, age 86, of Boaz Lewis "Bill" Marshall Lankford, age 81, of Gallant Jerry Frank Marshall, age 84, of Sand Valley James Rickie Peppers, age 69, of Attalla Steven Cody Stanford, age 37, of Albertville Billy E. Halmark, age 80, of Boaz Thomas Edward Stone, age 75, of Boaz David Joe Bird, age 59, of Altoona Vivian Rosson Bachelor, age 80, of Boaz Larry Roger Blackmon, age 76, of Boaz Karleen "Lynn" Bronaugh, age 83, of Gadsden Rev. John Charles Hall, age 88, of Boaz Katie Gaskin Meeks, age 44, of Boaz Audrey Faye Hall, age 87, of Boaz Betty Carlton Hughes, age 75, of Boaz Charles Randall Fleming, age 74, of Attalla Geraldine Funeral Home Harold Thomas Satterfield, age 75, of Navarre, FL Cheryel Patsy Hatley, age 81, of Geraldine Mike Satterfield, age 66, of Fyffe Guntersville Memorial Chapel Colton Eugene Hall passed away at age 32 Tracy Lynn Sparks, age 49, of Guntersville Thomas Earl Hampton passed away at age 78
John Lydell Hill, age 65, of Centre Harry Middleton Anderson, Sr., age 86, of Mt. Weisner Gladys Lavonia Lee, age 81, of Leesburg Geraldine Steele Jordan, age 89, of Centre Deborah Diane Dowdy Coker, age 72, of Leesburg James Robert Mann, age 68, of Chattanooga, TN Nellie Chesnut Mitchell, age 90, of Cedar Bluff Audrey Smith Grimes, age 91, of Centre Garry Alton Guthrie, age 75, of Leesburg Rubye Annette Dent Townson passed away at age 87 Ronnie D. Butler, age 68, of Gadsden Darla Jean Patty, age 42, of Cedar Bluff Wilma Lee Johnson, age 79, of Centre Tommy Wayne Laney, age 67, of Centre Lathan Forrest Lancaster, age 92, of Centre Jerry Bramlett Clemons Sr., age 87, of Centre Rainsville Funeral Home Chris Germany, age 38, of Rainsville Mary Frances Waldrop, age 78, of Pisgah Rhonda Womack, age 61, of Henagar John Allen, age 53, of Section James "Shorty" Waldrop, age 77, of Pisgah Royce "Poppy" Dewayne Oliver, age 73, of Rainsville Junior Paul "Doodle" Jackson, age 85, of Rainsville Fred "PawPaw" Ladon Williams, age 76, of Rainsville Londa Jo Chandler Hurley, age 56, of Fort Payne
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. Adams Brown Service Funeral Home Ruby Alene Webb, age 82, of Albertville Martha Irene Martin, age 81, of Albertville Bobby Lee McDaniel, age 88, of Albertville Minnie Mavorine Veal, age 94, of Boaz John Allan Andrews, age 89, of Albertville Wade Keithland Morrow, age 79, of Guntersville Charles Roy Martin, age 71, of Albertville Mary Ruth LeCroy, age 72, of Boaz Elwood Pitchford, age 91, of Boaz Cornelia Anne George Rives, age 83, of Albertville Linda Elise Jones, age 77, of Boaz John D. Lassiter Jr., age 75, of Crossville Alice Rebecca Bowen, age 65, of Horton Nora Virginia Duke, age 68, of Boaz Dorothy Marie Lee, age 66, of Albertville Elaine Casey, age 66, of Albertville William David Waldrop, age 79, of Albertville Doyle W. Slaten, age 84, of Union Grove Albertville Memorial Funeral Home Donard Gregory Gore, age 67, of Albertville Debbie Gail Noblitt Trussell, age 55, of Albertville Carla Darlene Blanton Winfrey, age 63, of Albertville Infant Antonio Chavez, 4 months, of Boaz Edna Maye Hornsby, age 83, of Boaz Jaime Denise Hyde, age 45, of Boaz Infant Canyon Coulter McGowan passed away Raymond D. Stephens, age 81, of Boaz Patsy Helen Barnard, age 74, of Albertville Wendy Willett Blount, age 74, of Albertville Evelyn Diego Nicolas, age 1, of Albertville Mary Louise Fountaine, age 91, of Albertville Faye Nell Hunt, age 88, of Douglas
Michael Garrett, age 50, of Rainsville Bill Barrontine, age 87, of Rainsville
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Ronald Jones, age 70, of Section Ashley Danielle Reed, age 38, of Section
Wilson Funeral Home in Fort Payne Carolyn Hale Chandler, age 82, of Fort Payne Infant Kambreigh Alaina Ditmore of Valley Head Paul Madison McLain, age 66, of Fort Payne Oscar Troy Poe Jr., age 87, of Fort Payne Alene Hughes Keith, age 95, of Fort Payne Richard France Douthat, age 85, of Fort Payne Mary Frances Calhoun, age 57, of Fort Payne Cheryl Ethridge Whittle, age 78, of Fort Payne Bobby Joe Pace, age 73, of Cedar Bluff W.T. Wilson Funeral Home Roxie Leona Hill, age 85, of Grove Oak Ruby Armstrong Dalton, age 83, of Grove Oak Barbara Johnnie-Ann Jones Ogletree, age 80, of Fort Payne Junior F. Daugherty, age 91, of Cedar Bluff Rev. Gordon Edward Reaves, age 87, of Geraldine Shelia Diane Croft, age 67, of Okeechobee, FL Charles Ray Lance, age 75, of Fyffe Caroline Rose Payne, age 64, of Gaylesville Mildred Gaynell Johnson, age 86, of Rainsville Jon Mark Collins, age 49, of Crossville Michael Russ Freeman, age 65, of Crossville Ethel Mae Jones, age 76, of Fort Payne Rodney Lynn Tucker, age 61, of Collinsville Larry Elmer Tripp, age 77, of Rainsville Catherine Fay Floyd, age 73, of Fort Payne Ricky Lynn McCurdy, age 67, of Section Bro. Rayford Gene Key, age 83, of Grant Wayland LeDair Moore, age 76, formerly of Flat Rock Randal Eugene Madden, age 77, of Dutton Marino Denza, age 94, of Guntersville Martha Jo Hall-Childress passed away Mary Ruth Peek, age 93, of Section Shawn Hunter, age 59, of Albertville Rebecca "Becky" Spears Wood passed away at age 88 Sandra Cuzzort Stiefel, age 66, of Fort Payne Gertrue Stapp Maddox, age 98, of Fyffe A single-vehicle crash on Friday, June 16, 2023 has claimed the life of a Cedar Bluff woman. According to Alabama State Troopers, Candice S. Inman, age 50, was fatally injured when the 2013 Nissan Frontier that she was a passenger in left the roadway, struck a culvert, overturned and struck an embankment. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver, David A. Inman, age 52, of Cedar Bluff, was injured and transported to Atrium Heath Floyd Medical Center, in Rome, GA. Both were not using their seat belts at the time of crash. The crash occurred on Alabama 273 near Cherokee County 110, approximately two miles north of Leesburg, in Cherokee County. Nothing further is available as Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate to incident. Cedar Bluff Woman Killed The crash occurred on Blount County 57 near Blount County 26, approximately seven miles north of Oneonta. Nothing further is available as Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate the incident. A two-vehicle crash on Friday, June 16, 2023 has claimed the life of a Horton man. According to Alabama State Toopers Nickey S. Borden, age 49, was fatally injured when the 2011 Harley- Davidson motorcycle he was operating struck the rear of the 1996 Ford F-250 driven by Jonathan Villanueva, 23, of Oneonta. Borden was thrown from the motorcycle and pronounced deceased at the scene. Horton Motorcyclist Killed
Regina Hampton passed away at age 79 Johnny McCurdy passed away at age 79
Kerby Funeral Home in Henagar
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Gerald Freeman, age 71, of Flat Rock Jerry Cyree, age 82, of Henagar Miranda Clay, age 57, of Fort Payne
Michael Lee Morgan, age 73, of Bryant Glenda Carol Kirby, age 76, of Valley Head Jerry O'Neal Wood, age 85, of Fort Payne
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Carr Funeral Home in Guntersville Shelby "Pete" Darrell Birmingham, passed away at age 74 Christopher Todd Lang, passed away at age 46 Nellie Ree Hardin, age 95, of Guntersville Barbara Cantrell Brumbeloe, age 87, of Guntersville Elizabeth Parker Biddle, age 79, of Guntersville Larry H. Martin, age 72, of Marshall County Gerry Haney Harber, age 89, of Guntersville Collier-Butler Funeral Home Julia "Judy" Hampton Campmire, age 79, of Gadsden Nancy Carol Smith, age 76, of Gadsden David Charles Cunningham passed away at age 52 Joe Thomas Hall, age 98, of Gadsden Dennis Marion Swann, age 75, of Rainbow City William "Bill" Clarence White passed away at age 89 Mary Lynette Hutcheson, age 86, of Rainbow City Myron Myers, age 73, of Vestavia Hills CW4 Arthur Wesley "Art" Milton, age 87, of Attalla Carolyn Gregory, age 92, of Gadsden Doris Jean Aldridge passed away at age 90 Infant Aspyn James Gibbs of Gadsden Myron Faye Funderburg Holland, age 87, of Attalla Jane Miles Dake Bugg, age 90, of Atlanta, GA Gary Lynn Kemp, age 63, of Attalla Jacob Daniel Teklinsky, age 29, of Gadsden Ronnie Lee Scott, age 80, of Gadsden Norah Lee Edwards, age 82, of Rainbow City Neal Don Alford, age 71, of Gadsden Reba Dale Wilson Mathis, age 91, of Gadsden L.C. Collins Sr., age 78, of Boaz Theron "Lee" Bowen, age 72, of Gadsden Wendy Dobbs Summers, age 41, of Gadsden Collinsville Funeral Home Thomas Harold Montgomery, Jr., age 44, of Collinsville Carolyn Beth Zulker, age 88, of Collinsville Hylma Coker Patton, age 98, of Collinsville Phyllis Darlene Holtsberry, age 65, of Collinsville Lois Leota Elder, age 83, of Collinsville Cornerstone Funeral Chapel in Ider Brother Jackie Ray Wells, age 73, of Ider James Dwight Belue, age 55, of Fort Payne Roger Neal Heard, age 56, of Rocky Face, GA William Bennett Hicks, age 66, of Higdon Peggy Jean Hampton, age 62, of Flat Rock Shelia Teresa Anderson, age 66, of Flat Rock Carolyn Ann Beville, age 80, of Chattanooga, TN Rudy Ollis Griffith, age 61, of Flat Rock Brenton Harris Mason, age 68, of Chattanooga, TN Lucille Elizabeth Hawkins Keith, age 83, of Henagar David Henry Higgins, age 51, of Stevenson
James Raleigh Stiller, age 60, of Horton Peggy Ann McAllister, age 73, of Horton
Denis Luma, age 59, of Albertville Charles Warren, age 73, of Gadsden Connie Smith, age 67, of Huntsville Hetty Jean Fant, age 89, of Albertville Donald Ray "Gunslinger" Holloway, age 72, of Boaz Jerry Wayne Eller, age 78, of Altoona Steven Michael Hickman, age 76, of Boaz Carlos Ann Wright, age 89, of Guntersville
McRae Funeral Home in Boaz
Henry Simms, age 70, of Crossville Billy Ray Young, age 84, of Boaz Betty Rose Kirby, age 88, of Albertville Brenda Kay Borders, age 74, of Gadsden Jody Dale Morton, age 49, of Sardis
Janice Landrum Otinger, age 69, Horton Betty Peppers Cofield, age 84, of Boaz Janice Scott Brooks, age 72, of Boaz Morgan Funeral Chapel and Crematory Jerry David Thompson, age 94, of Attalla James Leamon Smith III, age 73, of Southside Burrow D. Tilley, age 81, of Gadsden Robert Knowles, age 76, of Attalla Kathryn Ann Griffith, age 76, of Attalla Matthew Ryan Nelson, age 29, of Gadsden Frankie Lee Pearce, age 93, of Chattanooga, TN Brian Keith Abney passed away at age 50 Doris Marie Hower Brooks, age 71, of Attalla Hazel Lee Brothers, age 84, of Gallant Walter Stanley Schaefer, Jr., passed away at age 76 Brenda Ruple Wimpee, age 81, of Rainbow City Jeanette Bellamy Nichols, age 76, of Steele Rebecca Anne Ford, age 73, of Attalla Frances Annette Dixon, age 62, of Altoona Lori Stewart Wood, age 61, of Attalla Bobbie Jean Evans, age 89, of Etowah County Brenda Joyce Norris Brothers, age 75, of Etowah County Kimberly Lynn Steapleton Mizell, age 53, of Attalla Jack Davis, age 80, of Ashville Jerry Robert Bowen, age 77, of Attalla Mary Nell Millican, age 84, of Attalla Linda Vascoe, passed away at age 73 Danny J. Blevins, age 70, of Attalla James Rondall Bryant, age 92, of Attalla Lawanda Fay Young Waters, age 86, of Falkville Oscar E. Whitt, age 74, of Sand Valley Jo Anne Caudle, age 70, of Ashville William Chester Lambert, Jr., age 89 of Gadsden
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The Spring Semester 2023 President’s List and Dean's List at Gadsden State Community College has been released by President Kathy Murphy. The President's List includes full-time students who earn a semester grade point average of 4.0 (with all A’s) and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours of college-level work. These students include: Altoona : Victoria Garrard, Brady Jenkins, William Jenkins, Katie Parker Cedar Bluff: Briana Adams, Chelsey Cagle, Savanah Clifton, Anabel Dillingham, Karen Dixon, Madison Garrett, Adam Hutchins, Shelby Weeks Centre: Amber Alexander, Hannah Dale, Timothy Guice, Caleb McDaniel, Claire Williams Collinsville: Jackson Abney, Benjamin Bruce, Hannah Glenn, Jacob Jones, Cassidy Pack, Eligio Rodriguez, Maggie Tinsley Crossville: Marshall Hughes Fort Payne: Will Abernathy, Trevor Horne, Mary Hunt, Blake Padgett, Brandon Robles Gallant : Jackson Barron, Ava Frost Henagar : Matthew Johnson, Clarissa Williams Leesburg : Matthew Fletcher, Justin Jenkins Oneonta: Lindsey Jennings Piedmont: Anna Barber, Madison Blackerby, David Clark, Romona Fitch, Quinton Kirk, Cayla Parris, Huntley Pointer, Jordyn Pressley, Stacy Rodriguez, Jackson Rogers, Julissa Teems The Spring Semester 2023 Dean’s List at Gadsden State Community College includes full-time students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or above but below 4.0 (with all A’s and B’s) and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours of college-level work. They include: Albertville: Angelica Auden Ruiz, Freddy Ortiz, Corlie Painter, Jennifer Rhodes, Andrew Shankles Altoona : Anna Mayo, Jacob Nash Gaylesville : Madison Tucker Geraldine : Trinity Dowdey Grove Oak: Parker Godwin Guntersville: Marley Fleming Hartselle : Savannah Free Dallas, GA: Alexander McGee Rockmart, GA: Jessica Parker Rome, GA: Devon Herod Boaz: Deni Bernabe, Audrey Bowen, Savannah Butler, Jason Carbajal, Grace Foshee, Caleb Lafleur, Lesley Roman Martinez, Tyler Stonicher, Ricky Velasquez Rafael Cedar Bluff: Hunter Penney Centre: Crimson Bailey, Alyssa Baker, Mylia Barnette, Leigh Ann Clifton, Jeanette Cobb, Haven Covington, Christian Douglas, Olivia Harp, Hugh Jordan, Jeylen Pace- Johnson, David Watts, James Witt Collinsville: Makenzi Blackwell, Samantha Carr, Jesse Childers, Justin Lindsey, Sidney Spivey Crossville: Raul Hernandez, Judson Smith Fort Payne: Roderick Arther, Eduardo Guerrero- Francisco, Benson Mason, Denis Morales Sanchez, Alisha Mulligan, Jonah Padgett, Christian Proper, Sandra Scott Gaylesville: Cadence Gentry, Cassidy Lee Ider: Savannah Seals Leesburg: Austin Anderson, Olivia Harris, Daylen Holcomb, Conner Motes Oneonta: Shania Mostella Piedmont: Rachel Ballew, Cloey Bedwell, Sarah Davis, Christina Kalif, Christen Law, Dakota McClellan, Jessie McGatha, Lily Ponder, Steven Raney, Cassius Thompson-Fairs, Danielle Triplett, Morgan Walker Pisgah: Camryn Bell Rainsville: Hannah Wooten Sand Rock: McKenna Ballenger, Kelsey Ruiz Valley Head: Halle Brown Summerville, GA: Celina Norton Winston, GA: Paige Collier A two-vehicle crash at approximately 4:50 a.m. on Friday, June 16, has claimed the life an Ider woman. According to Alabama State Troopers Ginger G. McBride, age 52, was fatally injured when the 2016 Buick Encore that she was driving collided head-on with a 2013 Peterbilt tractor trailer driven by Robert G. Bell, age 57, of Chattanooga, TN. McBride was pronounced deceased at the scene. Bell was injured and transported to Dekalb Regional Medical Center for treatment. A 17-year-old passenger in the Buick was also injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment. The crash occurred on Alabama 75 near the 110 mile marker, approximately two miles north of Cartersville, in Dekalb County. Gadsden State Spring Honor Roll A two vehicle accident in Fort Payne on June 9, 2023 claimed the life of an 83 year old man. According to Fort Payne Police Captain David Barnes, the deceased individual was identified as Carl Lavonne Williams, age 83 of Langston, Alabama. The accident occurred in the 1200 block of Glenn Blvd SW at the intersection of Briarwood Avenue. The accident is still under investigation. 83-year-old killed Nothing further is available as Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate the incident. Ider woman killed
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PEACH JAM JUBILEE - The 2023 Peach Jam Jubilee will be held on June 24 from 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. in Clanton, AL. The Peach Jam Jubilee will feature live entertainment, arts and craft vendors, food trucks, inflatables, and a hot air balloon for rides. CHRIS JANSON CONCERT - The Sand Mountain Amphitheater in Albertville has added Multi- Platinum Country Music artist Chris Janson to its 2023 concert lineup. The concert is set for Friday, August 19. With multiple songs under his belt that have hit #1 on the Country charts, Chris Janson is a true Star of the industry. "Fix a Drink", "Good Vibes", CMA song of the year Nominee "Drunk Girl" as well as the Triple Platinum mega hit "Buy me a Boat" are just a few of the iconic songs Janson has recorded over the years. CHEAP TRICK CONCERT - The Sand Mountain Amphitheater in Albertville is set to host Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Cheap Trick on Friday, September 22, 2023. Cheap Trick has been beloved around the globe since 1974 for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential, brand of pop rock 'n' roll. The band – Robin Zander (vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar), and Daxx Nielsen (drums) – are true pioneers with an unparalleled streak of classic tunes. BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY - The Black Jacket Symphony will return to Sand Mountain Amphitheater in Albertville on Friday, August 11, 2023 to perform Queen’s “A Night at the Opera.” The show begins with the multi-platinum-selling album performed note-for- note, sound-for-sound, followed by a full set of Queen’s greatest hits. Marc Martel, who joins the band as vocalist for this epic performance, is a world-renowned singer known for his uncanny vocal likeness to Freddie Mercury. Discovered on YouTube by Queen guitar player Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor, Martel’s Queen performance videos have been viewed tens of millions of times. His voice is prominently featured in the world-wide smash biopic ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’. Mixed with original masters of Freddie Mercury, Martel’s vocals were blended to create the seamless presentation that resulted in the #1 movie in the country. WATERMELON FESTIVAL - Plenty of sweet juicy fun is on tap the third weekend in August when summer’s favorite fruit takes center stage during the annual Franklin County Watermelon Festival in Russellville. Set for August 18-19, 2023, the Watermelon Festival offers arts and crafts, a variety of watermelon contests, car and truck show, food vendors, children’s activities, games and musical entertainment, along with free samples of watermelon. Over 100 vehicles are expected for the car and truck show on Saturday morning, and additional activities include a 5K run and 1-mile fun run, character guests to entertain the children and other contests offered by the Franklin County Extension Office. The festival weekend begins with opening ceremonies at 6:45 p.m. on Friday with live music taking the stage both days. While the watermelon takes centerstage, the music lineup is also a main attraction, On Friday, August 18 the music lineup includes: Tremayne (7 p.m.) and Velcro Pygmies (8:30 p.m.) The Saturday, Aug. 19 Music Lineup: REWIND of the Shoals (6 p.m.) Austin Bohannon (7 p.m.) and Colt Ford (8:30 p.m.). All activities take place along Main Street (Jackson Avenue). Hours are 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free. For more details, visit the website www.franklincountychamber.org and click on the Watermelon Festival link or call 256.332.1760. SPIRIT OF AMERICA FESTIVAL - The city of Decatur will hold the Spirit of America Festival at Point Mallard Park on July 4, 2023. The Spirit of America Festival offers star-spangled fun, food, craft vendors, a bike parade and a spectacular fireworks show in honor of Independence Day. The free Independence Day celebration kicks off at 3:30 p.m. with the Children’s Bike Parade where patriotic decorated bikes, tricycles, wagons and strollers make their way around the Spirit of America field (soccer fields). Registration for the parade is free, and it is required, beginning at 3 p.m. at TC Almon. A children’s area and food and craft vendors will be available from 4 to 10 p.m. in the Expo Pavilion. Families can arrive before the festival gets underway and cool off at the Point Mallard water park. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 4, the J. Gilmer Blackburn Aquatic Center offers a kiddy pool area, pro bowl slide, sky pond, lazy river, flume slides and a wave pool. Admission is $28 for adults (12-61), $23 for children (ages 3-11) and seniors (62+), and free for children 2 years old and younger. Beginning at 9 p.m., the night sky will be illuminated with a spectacular fireworks display. COUNTING CROWS - Sand Mountain Amphitheater is set to host the world renowned rock band Counting Crows with special guest Dashboard Confessional on Saturday, August 12, 2023. According to a news release the "Counting Crows have enchanted listeners worldwide for more than two decades with their intensely soulful and intricate take on timeless rock & roll. Exploding onto the music scene in 1993 with their multi-platinum breakout album, August and Everything After, the band has gone on to release seven studio albums, selling more than 20 million records worldwide."
HAMMONDVILLE MAYOR - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Janell Frazier as the Town of Hammondville's Mayor. Two Hammondville City Council Members were also appointed and they are Jerry Waters and Sandra Butler. COMEDIAN SUPERSTAR - The Sand Mountain Amphitheater is set to host worldwide superstar comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias on Thursday, June 29, 2023. In 2018, Gabe was included in The Hollywood Reporter’s “Top 40 Comedy Players” issue alongside comedy giants Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock and Lorne Michaels. The comedian has also had the distinct honor of being one of the few to headline and sell-out Madison Square Garden in New York, Staples Center in Los Angeles and Sydney Opera House in Australia. GUNTERSVILLE PRINCIPALS - Dr. Vohn Enloe has been named the new Principal of Guntersville High School. Dr. Enloe has previously served as Principal of Guntersville Middle School as well as Zion Chapel School in Coffee County, AL. He replaces Chris Andrews, who will continue to serve Guntersville City School students as a teacher at the Guntersville Student Support Center in providing academic support and mentoring. Mrs. Kortney Johnson has been named the new Principal of Guntersville Middle School. HYDROFEST - The 2023 Lake Guntersville HydroFest will take place on June 24-25, offering two days of competitive racing as drivers volley to take home the Southern Cup title. H1 Unlimited hydroplanes are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 200 mph, and most powerful, closed-course racing boats in the world. Racing takes place along scenic Sunset Drive in Guntersville. A street party at City Harbor has been added to this year’s festivities. Festival organizers have also added a new activity for 2023, the Rooster Tail Party Tent. It will be in Zone 3 of the venue and offers great views of turns 3 and 4, as well as the rest of the course. Tickets are $60 per person, and grants access both days along with lunch and non- alcoholic beverages. The tent will have a DJ, cornhole and a giant beer pong. Gates open at 8 a.m. both days Parking is $10 per day. All parking for spectators will be off-site with bus transportation running daily from 7:45 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets for the event please visit http://www.guntersvillelakehydrofest.com/. FLAMINGLE - Downtown Gadsden is hosting a two day shopping event on June 29-30, 2023 called Flamingle. The event will open up the summer season with discounts, specials, and prizes. Several downtown businesses will be decorated with flamingos. Shoppers can post a selfie on social media sites from at least 3 participating stores and tag #DGIFlamingle23 for a chance to win prizes. Some of the stores participating include: The Coffee Bar (532 Broad St), The Stone Market (120 Chestnut St), King's Olive Oil (534 Broad St), The Alabama Gift Co (528 Broad St), Dusty Things (430 Broad St), Laura Lee's (428 Broad St), The Taming of the Ewe (541 Broad St), Jireh's Boutique (546 Broad St) an Mommy & Me (313 Broad St). 2023 POTATO FESTIVAL - The 41st Annual Sand Mountain Potato Festival will be held on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at Henagar City Park. The event will kickoff with a parade at 10 a.m. The parade route will run from Limon's Mexican Restaurant to the Henagar City Park down Alabama Highway 75 (Broad Street). The events annual Cruise-In will take place at the back of the Henagar Park from 8 a.m. until noon. New this year will be the addition of motorcycles and side-by-sides. Back by popular demand this year will be pony rides. Also, this year the Henagar Library will be hosting a double-elimination volleyball tournament. Contact the Henagar Library to sign up through July 3. The entry fee is $30 for a 6-person team or $5 for a single entry (to play on a team with other single entries). Sign-ups will also be received on July 4th at the sand volleyball court in the park from 11:00 a.m. until noon. The tournament will begin at 12:00 p.m. For more information contact Sherry at 256-657-6282. FREEDOM FEST - The 2023 Rainsville Freedom Fest will be held on June 24 at the Field of Dreams. There will be free activities for kids starting at 3 p.m. Some of the activities include bounce houses, a mechanical bull, swings, face painting, pony rides, laser tag, archery, axe throwing, and more. There will be a Corn Hole Tournament at 4 p.m. Additionally, there will live music starting at 1 p.m. that will feature various bands such as Country Case and the Alliance Quartet. Boys in the Band will open for Shenandoah 5:30 p.m. Shenandoah will follow and there will be a fireworks show start at 9 p.m. FOOD & BEVERAGE TRAINING - Gadsden State's Skills Training Division is hosting free training in food and beverage services through the Alabama Community College System’s Innovation Center. The training is being offered on a virtual platform beginning Aug. 1. Virtual training should take a student six to eight hours and must be completed by Aug. 12. An in-person lab will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 19 at the Cardinal Café on Gadsden State’s Wallace Drive Campus. It will be conducted by Manager Linda Griffin Those interested should email skills@gadsdenstate.edu. Class size is limited.
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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd. On May 7, Collinsville Officers conducted a traffic stop on Al Hwy 68 finding methamphetamine in the vehicle. Sheena Lashawn Rossmeier (age 45 of Fort Payne) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 10, Narcotics Agents conducted a traffic stop on County Road 83 finding synthetic marijuana in the vehicle. Dennis Robert Wilson (age 53 of Dutton), Shanise Michelle Bain (age 32 of Gadsden) and Amanda Michelle Cameron (36 of Andalusia) were charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 12, DeKalb County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on County Road 92 finding marijuana, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. Benny Ray Mason (age 43 of Scottsboro) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Tampering with Physical Evidence. On May 17, Narcotics Agents conducted a traffic stop on Hwy 35 near County Road 494 finding a trafficking amount of Fentanyl. Xanax and drug paraphernalia were also found in the vehicle. Richard Madison-Noel Hudson (age 25 of Fort Payne) was charged with Trafficking in Any Illegal Drug, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Resisting Arrest. Fabius Jacob Goolesby (age 19 of Section) was charged with Trafficking in Any Illegal Drug and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Also, on May 17, Narcotics Agents followed up on several complaints of drug activity around County Road 26 and County Road 479. While on patrol, they observed a vehicle and motorcycle pull into the parking lot of a closed business. When Agents pulled in to check the subjects, the motorcycle fled the scene. Approximately 62 grams of methamphetamine was found in the vehicle. Nolan Levon Newman (age 53 of Sardis) was charged with Trafficking in Any Illegal Drug and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 20, DeKalb County Deputies, along with Officers from the Mentone Police Department, stopped a vehicle on County Road 106 in Mentone. During a search of the vehicle, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were found. Autumn Audra Cook (age 36 of Ider) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Joshua Stephen Rogers (age 35 of Mentone) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 21, DeKalb County Deputies, along with Fyffe Officers, received a call of a female trespassing. While in route, Officers passed Denise Husley Southerland (age 46 of After he completes his studies at the University of Alabama, Patterson plans to attend dental school at UAB. “I want to be a dentist because I enjoy helping those who are in need,” Patterson said. “I know that dental care is something everyone needs, and I would love to be able to help people in the future.” Patterson said he was grateful for Snead State’s Dual Enrollment program, and he encouraged anyone else interested to learn more information about the program. “Snead has been great to me, and I am very pleased with the decision I made to graduate while still in high school,” Patterson said. “You will not be disappointed with the instruction you receive, and you will be truly cared for by the instructors.” Eli Martinez, also a member of the Boaz High School Class of 2023, recently graduated from Snead State with an Associate’s Degree in General Education. He began his dual enrollment studies in the Fall 2020 as a 10th grader. “I chose dual enrollment at Snead State because I had the option to take classes in person and online while larger colleges offering dual enrollment would be strictly online learning,” Martinez said. “Snead State has helped me in numerous ways. I can say with confidence that it has prepared me for my future college endeavors. My favorite part about dual enrollment at Snead State was being able to take classes with my high school friends which I believe made me more comfortable.” Graduating from college while in high school is an achievement Martinez is quite proud of, though it was an achievement he wasn’t sure could be accomplished. “In eighth grade, my high school counselor mentioned another student graduating from Snead State while in high school,” he said. “Since then, I had always wanted to achieve that as well; however, I did not know how possible it was. I set goals and high standards for myself, which I
On May 24, Officers with Powell Police Department located Kristopher Lee Keef (age 33 of Fort Payne) who they knew had active warrants. Keef was found to be in possession of Fentanyl. Keef was charged with Escape 3rd and Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance. On May 25, Fyffe Officers responded to a call on County Road 44. When Officers arrived, they found Kelly Michelle Kent (age 26 of Dawson) passed out with opened pill bottles scattered around. Kent was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Resisting Arrest. On May 26, DeKalb County Deputies responded to a call of a white female who looked like she was asleep or passed out, in a vehicle. Deputies identified the female as Martha Sue Harris (age 68 of Crossville) and woke her by knocking on her window. Once Harris was awake, it appeared she was under the influence. During a search of the vehicle, hydrocodone and tramadol were found, which she stated she did not have a prescription for. Once Deputies arrived at the Detention Center with Harris, she tried to dispose of narcotics she had on her person. She was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and approximately 16 grams of fentanyl. Harris was charged with DUI (controlled substance), Tampering with Physical Evidence, Promoting Prison Contraband 2nd, Trafficking in Any Illegal Drug, Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance (x2), Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 28, Crossville Officers conducted a traffic stop near County Road 8 finding controlled substance and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. Joseph Edward Eiland (age 52 of Lacey Springs) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 30, Narcotics Agents were in the area of Pendergrass Road and observed a while male walk over to meet with a subject in a parked vehicle. Agents knowing this to be a high drug area, went to speak to the two individuals. When they pulled into the parking lot, the male ran into the woods. The driver of the vehicle was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and a small amount of marijuana. Lacey Janet Wright (age 41 of Fyffe) was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance, Unlawful Possession of Marijuana 2nd and Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On May 31, Narcotics Agents spotted Sandy Marie Morrow (age 58 of Geraldine) in her vehicle, in the driveway of her house on Hwy 75 in Geraldine who they knew had active warrants. While there, Agents deployed a K-9 Unit, which alerted to Morrow’s vehicle. Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were found in the vehicle. Morrow was charged with Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance and 3 warrants for Failure to Appear. did not fall short of. I am so thankful for this opportunity, and I do not regret my decisions for my future educational journey. “My words of encouragement to someone thinking about taking dual enrollment is to get out of your comfort zone. Dual Enrollment can seem like a scary idea to freshmen and sophomores in high school; however, it is very beneficial. You not only receive college credit while in high school, but you are better prepared for a four-year institution or the workplace.” Martinez will attend the University of Alabama this fall to pursue a degree in Marketing. “I hope to work in the Aviation Marketing field someday,” Martinez said. “My passion for aviation started at a very early age. My dad’s family lives in New Mexico, and every year we fly to visit family. “I chose marketing because I have a very creative mindset. I had previously wanted to be a pilot, but did not realize how much time I would have to be away from my family. Last summer, I attended Minnesota Aviation Career Education Camp, which gave me a full grasp of what all the aviation field had to offer besides being a pilot.” Including Patterson and Martinez, Snead State had a total of four students in the Dual Enrollment Program to graduate this spring. Judah Owen Ewers, of Albertville Pathways Academy, who graduated with an Associate’s Degree in General Education. He began dual enrollment at Snead State in Fall 2019 as a 10th grader. Sydney Nannette Kirkpatrick, of Sardis High School, graduated with an Associate’s Degree in General Education. She began dual enrollment at Snead State in the Fall of 2021 as an 11th grader. To Learn more about Snead State’s Dual Enrollment Program visit www.snead.edu/dualenrollment.
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