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Alabama Exports Soared To New Records in 2022
going to 196 countries. The Top 5 destinations were: Germany: $4.3 billion, a 16% gain; China: $3.8 billion, a 10% increase; Canada: $3.2 billion, up 3%; Mexico: $2.8 billion, and a 11% rise; and Japan: $1 billion, a 42% jump. Other top destinations were South Korea, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Belgium and Australia. “Setting a new annual export record is just another example of the economic success that Alabama is enjoying right now,” said Greg Canfield, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce. “Despite turbulence on the national scene, Alabama’s economy is really humming on all cylinders and can keep rolling as a bounty of growth projects bring in new jobs and investment.” Alabama’s No. 1 export category, which was transportation equipment, helped power the state’s record performance during 2022, climbing above $11.4 billion, a gain of 9%. The category includes motor vehicles and parts, aerospace products and parts, and ships, among other things. Exports of Alabama-made vehicles approached $8.9 billion last year, an increase of 13% as shipments to top markets such as Germany, China and Canada all rose. Overseas shipments of aerospace products and parts surged 21% to exceed $1.7 billion, according to Commerce data. All of Alabama’s top-ranking export categories posed major gains during 2022.
Alabama exports surged to over $25.5 billion in 2022, setting a new annual record and providing another indicator that the state’s economy is performing strongly. According to data from the Alabama Department of Commerce last year’s surging export activity was driven by rising overseas shipments of Alabama-made vehicles, aerospace parts, chemicals, minerals, metals and paper products. A news release from the Alabama Governor's Office stated that, "The value of Alabama exports in 2022 jumped 22% compared to the prior year, which also saw a substantial increase. Alabama exports have soared almost 47% since 2020, when global trade tensions and the COVID-19 pandemic dragged down shipments." Additionally, the 2022 export total is 17.5% higher than the $21.7 billion registered in 2017, the state’s previous annual record tally. “Our record-breaking success when it comes to our exports is yet another example of the far reach of the ‘Made in Alabama’ brand and a direct result of our incredible companies and top-notch workforce," said Alabama Governor Kay Ivey. "Exporting is a fundamental economic pillar that supports growth in Alabama, contributing economic vitality and spurring job creation across the state." Alabama exports spanned the globe during 2022,
Alabama Guard Jaden Bradley goes for a layup against Tennessee defender Jahmai Mashack at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. The Volunteers upset the top ranked Crimson Tide 68-59. Both teams will participate in the 2023 SEC Men's Basketball Tournament on March 8-12, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. The Vols won the SEC title in 2022 and Alabama was the SEC champions in 2021. Be sure to watch the tournament to see if either team can capture another SEC Crown. Tournament Time Photo Courtesy of Alabama Athletics
Watch Out For Horse-Drawn Vehicles
Distracted driving is not only dangerous, its against the law," stated authorities. "When approaching a horse-drawn vehicle we ask that you give yourself plenty of time to move to the left (fast) lane and overtake the vehicle cautiously and at a steady speed. This ensures safety for both you and the wagon you’re passing." Authorities are hoping to add new signs in the area to avoid future incidents. A group with the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities recently visited Gadsden State Community College’s Valley Street Campus as a part of a tour to four Alabama colleges with the HBCU designation. “We feel privileged to have the opportunity to meet with such a great group of workforce development leaders,” said Ricky Tillis, Valley Street Campus director. “We are proud to show them the valuable and important programs we have on our campus, and we are appreciative of the feedback and advice they have provided.” A group of 15 were a part of the Valley Street Campus visit representing the U.S. Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Jobs for the Future, the Alabama Office of Apprenticeships and the Alabama Department of Commerce. Other guests representing the City of Gadsden, Gadsden Career
“I have contacted the State of Alabama Department of Transportation in regards to installing horse-drawn vehicle caution signs along AL 35 and AL 75,” said Rainsville Police Chief Michael Edmondson. “Hopefully in the near future their will be signs along those highways to remind drivers to share the road with these type vehicles. Let’s all please
do our part to make Rainsville welcoming to our Mennonite neighbors in our area”. Chief Edmondson and Rainsville Police Department ask that anyone witnessing traffic violations in Rainsville to report the violations quickly by calling (256) 638-2157. “If you see something, say something,” added Chief Edmondson.
A Mennonite family on a horse-drawn vehicle was recently involved in a vehicle accident that resulted in fatal injuries to the horse. According to a news release from the Rainsville Police Department, law enforcement from various departments responded to a vehicle accident in Powell on Feb. 13, where a car had collided with a wagon being pulled by a horse.
The accident caused injury to the Mennonite family on the horse-drawn wagon, and the horse sustained fatal injuries. Title 32 in the Alabama Code Book contains the ”Rules of the Road”. Section 32-5A-5 Specifically states that animal-drawn vehicles have the same rights on a roadway as any motor driven vehicle. The Rainsville Police Department will criminally
prosecute anyone who dangerously violates any traffic laws that put in danger anyone on a horse- drawn wagon. In light of this accident the Rainsville Police Department is asking for the community's help in raising awareness and understanding that horse- drawn vehicles will be traveling on area roadways. "Citizens need to pay attention on roadways;
White House Initiative on HBCUs visit Gadsden State
Kelsey Ruiz, a Gadsden State student in the Dental Assistant Program, speaks to members of the White House Initiative.
Snead State recently graduated its first class of the new Medication Assistant program. The program is a 100-hour training course designed to prepare students to administer routine medications to patients in a variety of healthcare settings. The graduates are all Certified Nursing Assistants employed with Diversicare and Crossville Health and Rehab. Medication Assistant Graduates Photo Courtesy of Snead State
Center, City Schools and the WIOA Board of Directors were also in attendance. The visit kicked off Gadsden with a historical overview of Valley Street Campus, which opened its doors in 1960 as a private vocational training school for Black Americans. A campus tour followed with stops in the Dental Assisting Program, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Certified Nursing Assistant Program, Construction Technology and HVAC Technology. “We had student speakers on each tour stop,” Tillis said. “They did a fantastic job telling their story as well as sharing the
important role Gadsden State plays in their lives. Our guests were very impressed with what they saw on the tour – both in terms of our equipment and facilities as well as our students.” The visit ended with breakout sessions that provided opportunities to have more conversation about programs at Gadsden State as well as federal programs and partnerships available to the College. “We are grateful and appreciative of the White House Initiative members’ time, knowledge and energy that they provided to us today,” said Dr. Kathy Murphy, president of Gadsden State.
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Two Arrested For Drugs by Rainsville Police Authorities in the City of Rainsville recently arrested two individuals for drug related charges. On February 2, 2023 Rainsville Police Officers were dispatched to the 1800 Block of Garret Street after receiving a call about a Domestic Disturbance. On scene officers arrested Hunter Sayre (age 27) of Rainsville for charges of Domestic Violence Harassment and Possession of a Controlled Substance after Methamphetamine, syringes, and a tourniquet were found in her purse. At the time of the news release, Sayre was in Dekalb County jail with bond set at $7,500. On February 9, Rainsville Officers were dispatched to a business in the 3400 block of AL 35 East in Rainsville after receiving notice that a male employee that was “not acting normal.” The male's supervisor also advised officers that the subject could have been armed with a gun. When officers arrived on scene, they made contact with Paul Poe as he was trying to leave in his vehicle. Officers stopped him and while speaking with him, they noticed drug paraphernalia in plain sight inside the vehicle. After a search of the vehicle, officers found a controlled substance, a handgun, and other paraphernalia on Poe’s person. Poe was arrested and charged with: Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Certain Persons Forbidden to Possess Firearms. Poe’s bond was set at $9500 and he was released. “I’m thankful for all the officers hard work on these cases”. “We are not going to put up with drugs in this city, we will continue to buckle down on drugs in our area," commented Rainsville Police Chief Michael Edmondson. Prospective students of all ages are invited to attend one of four upcoming Spring Preview Days at Gadsden State Community College on the campus of their choice. All Preview Days will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The dates are March 13 at Gadsden State Cherokee, March 14 at Valley Street Campus, March 15 at Ayers Campus, and March 16 at Wallace Drive Campus. According to Etowah County Sheriff Jonathon Horton, County investigators, along with assistance from Rainbow City Investigators who are on the Alabama's Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, have made several recent arrests on child related charges. As a result, four different men have been charged in several ongoing Child Pornography investigations. The Task Force team conducted several search warrants throughout Etowah County resulting in the arrest of the following individuals this past month. Kaleb Barber, (age 18) of Glencoe, was arrested on January 13, 2023 and charged with two counts of Possession of Child Pornography. Barber has a bond of $20,000 cash. Thoms Juan Marcos, (age 20) of Gadsden, was arrested on January 13, 2023 and charged with seven counts of Possession of Child Pornography. Marcos has a bond of $70,000 cash. Andrew Boullemet, (age 25) of Glencoe, was arrested on January 13, 2023 and charged with forty seven counts of Possession of Child Pornography. Boullemet's bond amount is $470,000 cash. Dodd Waters, (age 55) of Gallant, was arrested on January 19, 2023 and charged with 1 count of Possession of Child Pornography. Waters had a bond amount of $10,000 cash. The investigation into each case is still ongoing and more charges are expected. All of the above suspects have bond conditions which consist of no unsupervised contact with anyone under the age of 18, no internet or smart phones or other devices, and to be supervised by Etowah County Community Corrections once released. Four Arrested For Child Pornography At Preview Days, students can explore the campus to discover a variety of technical, health science and academic programs offered by Gadsden State; visit hands-on learning areas; discuss academic options with faculty; talk with current students about campus life and experience a college classroom. Students will also learn about admissions requirements, financial aid and scholarships. “Preview Days are a great chance for students to visit Gadsden State campus and experience life as a Cardinal,” said Whitney Hall, assistant director of Enrollment Services. “Each of our campuses offers something unique. There are so many opportunities at Gadsden State.” For more information and to reserve a spot at Preview Day, go to www.gadsdenstate.edu/preview-days. Preview Days Set for March
Lynn's Ledger Devotional Column By Denise Lynn
God to examine our hearts, because the end goal is the mountain prayer being answered. Finally it says pursue peace. Psalm 34:13-15 gives some insight, “Keep your tongue from evil and keep your lips from speaking lies! Turn away from evil! Do good! Seek peace and go after it! The Lords eyes watch the righteous, His ears listen to their cries for help.” So, if I break that down where I can understand it, there are some things to do before pursuing peace. It said to watch everything you say, don’t be manipulative, play games or lie. Even if it's the truth, we have no business saying anything bad. It is important to remove ourself from all evil. it says turn from it. Then it says do good. This is self explanatory and it's the opposite of doing bad. Then you can seek peace and go after it. Sounds like you need to have a plan for peace as it's not going to randomly drop from the sky. Here's the best part, if we do all these things scripture says the Lord will see because he is always watching, and His ears will listen to their cry’s, aka those prayers for the mountains to fall. Let them move according to Matthew 17:20 that is the grand finale scripture. It says “If you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will tell this mountain “move from here to there” and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.”
I have heard it said many times: “Stir up your faith”. I know it means sometimes you have to do things to keep yourself going in your spiritual journey. I looked up the scripture that talks about this and it says something different. It says: “Stir up the gift”. So I have been saying this wrong for a long time. Or, have I? If God gives gifts of His choice to his children so we can do His will while on earth, then it is going to take a great deal of faith. So occasionally we need to pull out all the stops and do our part to fan the flames, and stir up our gifts, but if I am being honest I have a broken spoon. “What happened to it?” Life ran over it with a car and then backed over it again. Its bad broke. But I think I can still manage to stir things up with my broken spoon. Its alot harder, its not without blood, sweat and alot of tears, but God can still help me. It starts with me asking Him to help me. He can help us all get a solid batch of faith going in our spirit so we can activate and operate the gifts that God has for us. Faith that can move mountains and I have mountains with names, how about you? They seem so huge, and I seem so small. My little prayer seems to no avail, but thats not what God says, so maybe its my memory that needs help. James 5:16 says “the effectual fervent prayer
of a righteous man avails much.” In other translations its says “the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective”. Well I want my prayers to be effective and I know its by His power, and that there is a requirement, to be righteous. So here is what Matthew 23:28 says about the “not so” righteous man. “In the same way, on the outside you appear to people as righteous but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.” When you think about a hypocrite, you can’t read their mind. You are looking at their actions which totally lines up with the scripture in Titus 1:16 that says “they claim to know God but by their actions they deny Him. Matthew 23:28 mentioned hypocrisy and wickedness as being two things that are unrighteous and would effect our prayers, no matter how fervent, passionate and regular they are. Wickedness seems to be a word you only hear occasionally now but I found a great scripture in 2 Timothy 2:22 that brings this all full circle. It says ‘flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.” So I do need to grab my broken spoon and try and stir up or pursue some righteousness. The scripture also mentions laying down “evil desires of youth” that can be anything you have in your life that you need Gods total freedom from.
Step two in the instructional scripture says pursue righteousness which means to follow the owners manual that God left for us, which is the bible. Step three says to pursue faith, love and peace. Easier said than done and it sounds more like a t-shirt. But, pursuing faith means to exercise it like a muscle. The more you use it the stronger it gets. Used is the correct way to think of it, because most scriptures I found on pursuing faith seem to be verbs. Noah build on faith, Abraham offered on faith, Ester obeyed and on and on are the many examples found in the Bible. If the three Hebrew boys can have faith that their God will protect them in a fiery furnace, maybe we can have faith that God will move our mountain. Just a tiny bit of faith makes just about anything possible. Step 4 of the instructional scripture mentions ‘calling on the Lord with a pure heart” which should be the posture of every prayer. We should begin by asking God to point out anything in us that is displeasing to Him. To pursue love, what do we do? 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 is the love scripture with its list of what love should look like. “Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking. It is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." This is pretty clear and its very important to pause on each of those and ask
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Community Colleges Pump $6.6 Billion Into Economy By Brandon K. Pierce Alabama Ledger
program that allows them to move toward completing a bachelor’s degree. And, they’re using that training to make a difference right here in Alabama.” During the analysis year of 2020-2021, Snead State contributed an annual added income of $30.8 million to the local economy and supported 605 jobs. Snead also reported that alumni who are employed in Alabama’s workforce added $13.6 million in income, an economic boost that is two times the impact of hosting the World Series. The average associate degree graduate from Snead State will see an increase in earnings of $9,100 annually compared to someone with only a high school diploma working in Alabama. For every $1 students invest in an education from SSCC, they gain $6.60 in lifetime earnings. Overall, the ACCS generates $7.40 for every dollar invested in ACCS, for as long as the colleges’ FY2020-21 students remain active in the state workforce. The study also reported that alumni of Northeast Alabama Community College in Rainsville created an impact of $80 million, and NACC’s impact supported 1,789 jobs. According to the study, “the activities of NACC and its students support one out of every 34 jobs in the NACC Service Area.” Northeast Alabama President Dr. David Campbell has been heavily involved in economic development initiatives in both Jackson and DeKalb Counties for many years. “In many instances community colleges are looked at for the educational opportunities they offer in an area,” stated Dr. Campbell. “The Lightcast study does this as well, but it also looks at the economic impact that the college has on Northeast’s service area and the state as a whole," added Campbell. "Obviously, the effect on the Northeast area is substantial, like a major industry being in an area. I am familiar with these industry impacts based on my work
with Jackson and Dekalb counties’ Economic Development boards. We at Northeast are very proud of the economic and educational impact we have for our community.” The study also included Gadsden State Community college, which provided $207.9 million in added income during fiscal year 2021 to it's service area, which covers Cherokee, Cleburne, Etowah, Calhoun and St. Clair counties. “It is evident that a community college education has a positive return on investment for our students as well our entire community,” said Dr. Kathy Murphy, president of Gadsden State. “According to the new study, Gadsden State supports 3,555 jobs in the communities we serve.” The annual impact of the increased earnings of Gadsden State alumni and the businesses they work for is $166.8 million or 2,854 jobs supported. “We have a wonderful network of alumni who are testaments to our programs, our faculty and our staff,” she said. “The economic boost provided by those who have received a credential at Gadsden State is so impactful and so important to our area.” Murphy will review the findings of Gadsden State’s economic impact report during scheduled upcoming Town Hall meetings. She will also ask for feedback from community supporters that will be used in the development of a new strategic plan for Gadsden State. The Town Hall meetings will be at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 23 in the Science Building on the East Broad Campus; at 6 p.m. Feb. 28 in Room 130 at Gadsden State Cherokee; and 5:30 p.m. March 2 in the Cheaha Center Lecture Hall on the Ayers Campus. All meetings are open to the public. Gadsden State, Northeast Alabama, Snead State, along with other Alabama community colleges, all have students from various areas across Alabama and from other states.
According to a recent economic impact report, students and alumni of colleges within the Alabama Community College System added $6.6 billion to Alabama’s economy, supporting one out of every 27 jobs in the state. The independent, 102-page report by Lightcast estimates the Community College System directly impacts 98,923 jobs in the state, representing about 2.7% of Alabama’s gross state product. Additionally, taxpayers see a net benefit of $1.1 billion in added tax revenue from students’ higher lifetime earnings and increased output to businesses. The results of the analysis demonstrate that community college is a strong investment for all students, taxpayers, and society. “Students receive a great return for their investments in an education from the ACCS. At the same time, taxpayers’ investment in the ACCS returns more to government budgets than it costs and creates a wide range of social benefits throughout Alabama,” stated the report. Alabama’s community college alumni who are currently employed in Alabama’s workforce reportedly added $5.7 billion in income during the analysis year. A total of 95 percent of Alabama community college students remain in the state to live and work. “Our legacy centers on helping people develop the skills they need to help build the framework of our state’s economy, and the data this report provides proves we are on a forward path of excellence in that pursuit,” said Jimmy Baker, Chancellor of Alabama Community Colleges. “Residents are receiving a strong return on investment when they invest in training at one of our colleges – whether through an adult education program, rapid skills training program, rigorous certification or academic transfer
By Brandon K. Pierce Alabama Ledger This month, the Alabama Ledger had the opportunity to visit and eat at Hotrods Bar and Grill, which is a new restaurant near downtown Boaz. Located at 501 Elizabeth Street, in the former Polo Ralph Lauren outlet building, Hotrods Bar and Grill serves up both lunch and dinner. With fresh made food, including wings, onion rings, salads, sandwiches, and specialty drinks, the new Boaz eatery has a large selection of menu items to choose from. The business opened on February 4, 2023. The normal business hours are 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Monday through Thursday. Open hours are extended until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Hotrods is closed on Sunday. The owners are Christy Barbee, Bobby Young, and Randall Whisenant.
Tayler Progess, Jasmine Lyles, Maggy Sims, Idaly Monroy and Sara Toensmeyer received scholarships and completed their career skills training through the Women’s Foundation grant program at Snead State Community College. These five women were also the guests of honor at a recent ceremony celebrating their graduation of the Modern Manufacturing for Working Women program at Snead State Community College. The College received a $50,000 grant from the Women’s Foundation of Alabama to serve women within the Marshall County and surrounding area. The grant funded scholarships for career skills training for women who met the eligibility requirements. By participating in the Women’s Foundation program, the students earned credentials needed in the manufacturing industry, such as Certified Production Technician, NC3 Precision Measurement, National Career Readiness and Alabama Certified Worker. They had access to career coaching services, and childcare and transportation assistance was available to them as needed to eliminate barriers to achieving their credentials. Also as part of the program, employers were invited to speak to the students about employment at their company. For more information or to apply for the Career Scholarships, contact Snead State’s Workforce Development office at (256) 840-4152. Women's Foundation Graduates Photo Courtesy of Snead State
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Man Arrested For Trafficking Meth An individual has been arrested for drug charges in Etowah County. According to Etowah BOATING BASICS & LICENSE - ALEA’s Marine Patrol is offering several Spring Boating Basic and License Courses Across Northern Alabama, including in Centre and Guntersville. The eight-hour sessions are free and open to the public. However, individuals interested in attending must contact ALEA’s Marine Patrol to reserve a space. The first course in Centre will held on February 25 at the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce. Two additional courses will held on March 25 and April 25 at the Cherokee County EMA. All three courses are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and they will be conducted by Trooper Eric Watson (Eric.Watson@alea.gov). There will also be two courses available in Guntersville. State Trooper Kevin Hawkins (Kevin.Hawkins@alea.gov) will host the first course on March 18 from noon to 6 p.m. Trooper James Young (James.Young@alea.gov) will host a course on April 8, 2023 from 9 a.m to 3 p.m. Both courses will be held at the Guntersville Rescue Squad. Prospective boaters who complete the course will have an opportunity to obtain a Boating Basics certificate, which is required for the boater endorsement on Alabama’s driver license. Anyone age 12 and older is welcome to sign up for the class as 12- year- olds are eligible to obtain a vessel operator’s license for operating a vessel when accompanied by a licensed adult. At age 14, they are allowed to operate a vessel alone. MASTER ACCORDIONIST - The Sand Mountain Amphitheater in Albertville will be hosting Ramón Ayala on September 9, 2023. Ramón Ayala is a master accordionist, vocalist, and songwriter with a career that spans over 40 years. He has defined norteño music with signature songs and definitive instrumental styling that have made him a superstar on both sides of the El Rio Grande. NOCCALULA FALLS UPGRADES - The City of Gadsden is reportedly planning a multi-million dollar upgrade for Noccalula Falls Park. An estimated investment of $15 to $20 million would be used to improve many areas of the park such as trail signage, campground updates, more bridges and buildings, a new entrance, and the parks sewage and drainage system. Mayor Craig Ford hopes the upgrades will make the park more like Gatlinburg, Tennessee and he reportedly estimated that the cost to fund the project would come from a bond or loan. The park's annual Christmas at the Falls generates about a million dollars each year, which could be used to help pay for the upgrades.
SHOW BAND AUDITIONS - The Gadsden State Community College Music Department will hold Show Band auditions on March 14, 16, 28 and 30. Full- or half-tuition scholarships beginning Fall Semester 2023 are available to Alabama residents and are awarded upon a successful audition. Students do not have to be music majors to be awarded a scholarship. Talented and dedicated students are encouraged to audition by performing at least two different pieces showcasing their musical abilities. For further information or to schedule an audition, please contact Ruben Desmond Mitchell, Gadsden State music director/ instructor at 256-549-8394 or rmitchell@gadsdenstate.edu. For more information and scholarship criteria please visit www.gadsdenstate.edu/finearts. MINI 2 REGISTRATION - Registration at Gadsden State Community College for the spring mini 2 term is ongoing through March 6. Classes begin March 3 for the spring mini 2 term. For registration instructions, visit www.gadsdenstate.edu/register. To be admitted, go to gadsdenstate.edu/apply. For more info regarding admission or registration, email admissions@gadsdenstate.edu. ACT PREP COURSE - Gadsden State Community College’s Continuing Education Program is offering ACT preparation classes covering four core subjects – English, reading, math and science from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 8, 2023. Classes will meet in Naylor Hall Room 206 on the Wallace Drive Campus. Registration is $99 and students can register for the session of their choice. Once a student registers, a confirmation email will be sent containing instructions and items needed for the class. To register visit www.gadsdenstate.edu/continuinged. For more information call Pam Clough, Director of Continuing Education, at 256-549-8462 or email pclough@gadsdenstate.edu. 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. For more information call 256-840-1440. 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. BIKING TRAIL - There is a new advanced mountain biking trail at Oak Mountain State Park. This trail has berms, jumps and gaps and is now open to riders. BOARD MEETING - The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) will hold its first scheduled meeting of 2023 on Saturday, March 11. The meeting will take place at the Ralph D. Abernathy Hall Annex Auditorium on the campus of Alabama State University, 915 S. Jackson St., in Montgomery. Registration for those wishing to address the board will be from 8-8:30 a.m. The meeting will begin promptly at 9 a.m. Attendees with printed information they wish to share with CAB members are encouraged to bring 16 copies of the material for distribution. Please ensure name and contact information are included on each copy. SAFARI CLUB CONVENTION - The 2023 Safari Club International Convention is headed to Nashville on February 22-25. This is an event for any hunter or outdoors person that will include world-class musical performances, auctions, exhibits, and seminars from industry experts, For a limited time, Safari Club International is offering a $50 discount for Saturday registration to every hunter with a valid TN hunting license. Use code TWRA at checkout to save on SCI Convention registration.
Gadsden State Fall 2022 Graduates Gadsden State Community College recently released the names of the Fall Semester 2022 graduating class. The local graduates are: • Albertville: Andres Agustin, Allen Edwards, Hunter Lacey, Maria Padron • Altoona: Christina Anderson, Jasmine Lopez • Boaz: Trea Baker, Hannah Smith • Cedar Bluff: Laura Gregg, Rebecca Wood • Centre: Amber Alexander, Hannah Cosby, Holly Hill, Lewis Holcomb, Erica King, Debra Rains, Tabatha Staggs, Samantha Stanley, Christian West, Candace Wiley, Emma Young • Collinsville: Armendia Hernandez • Cropwell: Noah Parker • Dutton: Carley Bolt • Fort Payne: Tessa Crane, Laura Foster, Jayda Gifford, Stephanie Hester • Fyffe: Tammy Cornelius • Gaylesville: Hayley Langley • Guntersville: Kyla Richardson, Moriah Walker • Henagar: Baylee Blevins • Horton: Richard Soper • Huntsville: Hillary Franklin • Leesburg: Anna Leggett, Samantha Weeks • Moulton: Maegan Milligan Snead State Community College hosted a Military and Veterans College, Career and Apprenticeship Workshop on Thursday, Jan. 26, where Jabin Adams, 26, of Boaz, won a $2,000 scholarship. Adams is a 2014 graduate of Boaz High School. After graduation, he became a firefighter and attended Snead State for general education courses before transferring to Gadsden State Community College where he earned an associate degree as a paramedic. He joined the Alabama National Guard in March 2021 as a combat medic. As part of the workshop, a drawing was conducted to award a $2,000 scholarship to one of the event attendees. With the scholarship, Adams plans to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant. Adams (left) is pictured with Dr. Greg Randall, Technology Division Director and Computer Science Technology Instructor. Boaz guardsman Receives $2,000 ACCS Workforce Scholarship Photo Courtesy of Snead State
County Sheriff Jonathon Horton, William Warren Woodruff (age 48) of Gadsden has been charged with Two (2) counts of Drug Trafficking (Methamphetamine), and One (1) count of Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On February 8, 2023, the Etowah County Drug Enforcement Unit was attempting to serve an arrest warrant for Trafficking Methamphetamine on Woodruff at his residence on McKinley Avenue Gadsden. While at the residence Agents gained more information that led to a Search Warrant being obtained for the residence. The search of the residence revealed approximately 70 grams of Methamphetamine,
William Woodruff 3 firearms, and Drug Paraphernalia. At the time of the news release, Woodruff was in the Etowah County Detention Center on a $251,000 property bond. The Etowah County Drug Enforcement Unit, Etowah County Sheriff's Office, Gadsden Police Department, the FBI North Alabama Criminal Enterprise Task Force, and the FBI Safe Streets Task Force participated in the case.
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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. D eath Notices Adams Brown Service Funeral Home Clifford Elton Mills, age 60, of Albertville Eddie D. Hill, age 68, of Horton Jo Ann Woods, age 87, formerly of Albertville Virbon Monroe Ledbetter, age 91, of Horton Virginia Lee Noblitt, age 93, of Albertville Jack Allen McDaniel Jr., age 66, of Warrior Kathy Diane Raines, age 66, of Albertville Marco Antonio Barrera-Bonilla, age 37, of Albertville Bonnie Jean Kennamer, age 67, of Boaz Susan Jackson, age 65, of Guntersville Faye Moultrie Kelley, age 96, of Albertville Louise Lee Childress, age 91, of Albertville Judy Ann McDowell, age 75, of Boaz Charlotte Dingler Painter, age 78, of Painter Mary Jean Beard, age 74, of Albertville Matias Domingo Andres, age 50, of Albertville Max Cordell Cornelius, age 82, of Albertville Linda Faye Hendrix, age 76, of Boaz Kevin Dale Massey, age 57, of Boaz Michael Glenn Blaylock, age 64, of Crossville Geraldine Martin, age 88, of Albertville Arturo Franco Orozco, age 34, of Albertville Raleigh Dewayne Ingram passed away at age 49 Veda Mae Wynn, age 86, formerly of Mt. Hebron Albertville Memorial Funeral Home Jaden Felix Villanueva, age 18, of Horton Donald Wayne Garner, age 49, of Horton Alfred Edmund "Eddie" Fant Jr., age 56, of Albertville Elizabeth Ann Herring, age 61, of Albertville Burt Funeral Home Bobby Joe Townson, age 72, of Sylvania Bobby W. "Moose" McKeehan, age 70, of Fort Payne Katherine Velma Chadwick, age 94, of Valley Head John Wesley Reece Jr., age 70, of Phoenix, AZ Vicky Tiner, age 74, of Fort Payne Carr Funeral Home in Boaz Verdell Lywayne Matthews, age 73, of Boaz Margaret Adell Tillman, age 98, of Albertville Carr Funeral Home in Guntersville Thomas Dudley Lanford, age 79, of Arab Mary Virginia Matthews, age 78, of Guntersville Ruby E. King, age 87, of Guntersville Mary Emma Henderson Baker passed away at age 90 Collier-Butler Funeral Home Dr. Connie Sturkie Floyd, age 86, of Gadsden Rita McCain Henry, age 74, of Southside Gerald David Hickman, age 90, of Gadsden Barbara Ann Hamilton, age 78, of Gadsden Jack Addison, passed away at age 87 Matthew Stewart Wright, age 51, formerly of Gadsden Bishop George William Wyrosdick, age 85, of Birmingham Nancy Baker Hall, age 87, of Gadsden Tim Patrick Hudak, age 69, of Gadsden Virginia Rae Shuler, age 76, of Gadsden Bobbie Lee Sotherland Coshatt, age 90, of Southside Deborah Garrett Strawn, age 63, of Southside Jerry W. Jones, age 90, of Southside Jan Michael Eheman, age 68, of Gadsden Tymoth Wayne Bunton, age 82, of Southside Betty Sue Perry, age 81, of Etowah County George Todd Shaw, age 88, of Gadsden Wilma Imogene "Shug" Eubanks, 90, of Etowah County Ava Nelle Moore, age 100, of Gadsden Collinsville Funeral Home Billy Ray Duncan, age 81, of Collinsville Cornerstone Funeral Chapel in Ider Nancy Westmoreland Slayback, age 63, of Pisgah Tommie Junior Anderson, age 78, of Flat Rock Clarissa Marie Parker, age 60, of Flat Rock Edward Lee Lacy, age 87, of Henagar T.C. White, age 84, of Flat Rock Judy Reavis, age 76, of Gadsden Jonah Kirkland, age 68, of Attalla Gerald Alan Shrader, age 70, of Rosalie Harold Wayne Stanford, age 66, of Ider Lynda Kilgore Headrick, age 80, of Pisgah Ethel Clarice Adkins Yancy, 84, of Powder Springs, GA Barbara Smith Craig, age 73, of Henagar Steven Paul Clark Sr., age 50, of Flat Rock Dovis Claude Blevins, age 64, of Flat Rock Crossville Memorial Chapel
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Polly Sue Eberhart, age 91, of Marietta, GA Cathy Lynn Bishop, age 67, of Henagar Morris Baugher, age 58, of Scottsboro Lonnie Eugene Camp, age 79, of Henagar William A. Bell, age 80, of Rainsville Terry Taylor, age 78, of Rainsville Bill Morton, age 75, of Dutton Steve Kean, age 70, of Fort Payne Section Funeral Home Ethel Gilbert, passed away at age 100 Jane Staton Robbins, age 85, of Section Burt Robbins, age 59, of Section Christopher "Scratch" Kirby, age 68, of Section
Gary Lynn Word, age 65, of Crossville Gary LaDon Fuller, age 68, of Geraldine Kittie C. Bright, age 96, of Albertville Vicky Durham, age 74, of Boaz
Guntersville Memorial Chapel Dr. Mary Elizabeth Traynor, age 92, of Guntersville Elex Reaves, passed away at age 72 Lena Ragan Aust, age 98, of Marshall County Daniel Bailey Dobbins, passed away at age 36 Randall Edward Hicks, age 65, of Arab Lonnie Hoyt Swords, passed away at age 76 Lynne Ann Karel, passed away at age 67 Jeremy Perkins, passed away at age 43 Florence Elinda Hicks, age 69, of Guntersville Kenneth E. Nix, age 88, of Guntersville Rickey Lynn Jones, passed away at age 62 Martha Owens Martin, age 65, of Guntersville Anita McBurnett, age 63, of Guntersville Etowah Memorial Chapel Maylon "T Tall" Monroe Satterfield, age 67, of Gadsden Delma Phyllis Kidd, age 76, of Boaz Delbert Ray Jones, age 68, of Attalla Larry Lee Stover, age 70, of Attalla John Owen Mitchell, passed away at age 69 Joyce Peppers, age 89, of Boaz Donna J. Walker, age 83, of Boaz Jerry Wesley McCormick, age 70, formerly of Keener General Marion Hill, age 98, of Altoona Bart B. Johnson, Jr., age 79, of Boaz Jeffery "Bullrider" Lee Burton, age 60, of Boaz Teresa Sue Williams, age 59, of Boaz Sandra Jean Hyfield, age 63, of Gadsden Nora Juanice Bowen, age 92, of Boaz Donald Nelson Stanfield, age 74, of Boaz Edith Ann Oliver, age 82, of Boaz Mickey Richard Decker, passed away at age 79 Linda "Jean" Stewart Johnson, passed away at age 78 Kerby Funeral Home in Henagar Marshall Memorial Funeral Home Rovertia "Sissy" Lang Romine, age 90, of Marshall County Terry Neil Ramsey, age 58, of Douglas Rebecca Sue Pearson, age 59, of Albertville Marty Wayne Peppers, age 59, of Marshall County McRae Funeral Home in Boaz Elizabeth Fisher, age 83, of Boaz Edna Earl Tucker, age 79, of Boaz Timothy B. Johnson, age 55, of Boaz Vera Mae Roberson, age 83, of Boaz James Monroe "Monk" Langley, age 92, of Boaz Barbara Parker Bouldin, age 85, formerly of Albertville Judith R. Glover, age 72, of Boaz Anthony Gulledge, age 65, of Boaz Morgan Funeral Chapel and Crematory Danny Fredrick Fells Sr., age 72, of Gadsden John Anthony O'Bryant Jr., age 50, of Attalla Carol Free, age 84, of Steele Jose Agusto Jarquin, age 69, of Gadsden Billie Ruth Gilcrist Free, age 87, of Steele Edward Wayne Cole, age 75, of Boaz Kenneth Ronald Maeger, age 79, of Southside Betty Jo Thrasher, age 74, of Altoona Charli Renee Knight, age 1, of Attalla Sindey Alton Perkins, age 90, of Springville Shirley Faye Reneman, age 74, of Steele Gordon Michael Sanders, age 81, of Ohatchee Veronica Renea Bludsworth, age 42, of Walnut Grove Creig Moore, age 59, of Henagar Bee Muncy, age 51, of Sylvania Linda N. Beavers, age 76, of Pisgah Bonnie Hixon, age 81, of Henagar Freda Sims, age 64, of Henagar Carl Wesley Crow, age 78, of Henagar Troy T. Bell, age 56, of Henagar Jeffery Lucas Seawright, age 41, of Ashville Kenneth Milton Hall, age 70, of Gadsden Brian Harold Roper, age 38, of Gadsden Beverly "Redi" Jones, age 73, of Attalla Scott Gregory Thomas, age 50, of Rockmart, GA Helen Busby Mitchell, age 99, of Rainbow City Anita Simonton, age 73, of Boaz Earnest Dayton Stone, Jr., age 84, of Attalla Juana Andres Pascual, age 47, of Gadsden James Frank Morris, age 78, of Rainbow City Wynell Colegrove Beason, age 94, of Rainbow City William Mark Phillippo, age 54, of Albertville Alexander Khan, age 74, of Gadsden Rebecca Elizabeth Ashley Blakely, age 96, of Altoona Perry Funeral Home In Centre Ann Tankersley Higginbotham, age 87, of Centre Martha Wade, age 83, of Ferrell Community Cathy Darlene Whitfield, age 62, of Sand Rock Clair Montana Bryant, age 22, of Centre Alma Elizabeth Steele, age 81, of Cave Springs, GA Joseph David Jordan, age 83, of Centre Billie Jean Burkhalter, age 91, of Centre James D. Pickelsimer, age 82, of Cedar Bluff John Randell Holcomb, age 56, of Leesburg Rebecca Jane Curry, age 71, of Centre Charles Wayne Singleton, age 84, of Centre Chad McKinney, age 49, of Centre Jimmy Lynn Harrelson, age 66, of Centre Ronald Eugene Qualls, age 76, of Piedmont Elbert Columbus McCullough, age 84, of Gaylesville Edith Estelle Rochester, age 94, of Leesburg Justin Russell Smith, passed away at age 46 Tommy "JJ" Jason Green, age 48, of Centre Angela Aurora Sacasas, age 83, of Fort Payne Wilbur Driver, age 80, of Leeburg Jordan Taylor Parris, age 25, of Cedartown, GA Rainsville Funeral Home Gavino Diego Francisco, age 21, of Fort Payne Karen Arellano, age 48, of Collinsville Christopher Woods Kirk, age 63, of Powell
Traffic Deaths A Two-vehicle crash at approximately 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, claimed the life of a Remlap man. David T. Hardy, AGE 30, was fatally injured when the 2006 Nissan Altima he was driving collided head-on with the 2019 Toyota Tundra driven by Shawn T. Pledger, 30, of Hartselle. Hardy was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. A passenger in the Nissan, Lauren N. Brown, age 27, was injured and transported to UAB Hospital for treatment. The crash occurred on Alabama 79 near the 26 mile marker, approximately four miles south of Locust Fork, in Blount County. No additional information was available as State Troopers continue to investigate the incident. Jonathan Shane Smith, age 48, of Grove Oak Freda Elizabeth Johnson, age 80, of Powell Bobby Lee Knowles, age 75, of Fyffe Luke Rodriguez Mendoza, age 58, of Crossville Oran Raymond "Ray" Ayers III, age 61, of Dawson Paul Holcomb, age 85, of Grove Oak Carolyn Jay Aanensen, age 79, of Collinsville Brian Keith Venable, age 49, of Collinsville Sally Mae Pruett, age 79, of Grove Oak Thomas J. Bennett passed away at age 87 Wesley James Obenlander, age 57, of Fort Payne Essie Gay Bain, age 83, of Pisgah Wilson Funeral Home in Fort Payne Dennis Leon Crane, age 68, of Mentone Phyllis Turner Wise, age 98, of Fort Payne Mary Ruth Lane Walworth, age 89, of Fort Payne Shirley Faye Wigley Dean, age 86, of Fort Payne Lois Rupil Horton, age 90, of Fort Payne Edice Faye Green Brown passed away at age 88 Bobby Ray Palmer, age 82, of Fort Payne John Queen Ingraham, age 82, of Fort Payne Clifford "Tom" Satterlee, 98, of Mentone Fred E. Green, age 76, of Fort Payne My’Zamir Khiceeyah Rollins Jelks, 9 months, of Fort Payne Sheila Foster Davis, 76, of Valley Head W.T. Wilson Funeral Home Maurice Errol McGee, age 80, of Fort Payne Donald Hoyt Mitchell, age 78, of Tenbroeck Belva Edna Lee Grimstad, age 82, formerly of Scottsboro Johnny Wayne Kight, age 65, of Albertville Johnny LeDale Henderson, age 72, of Fort Payne Wilma Sue Smith, age 81, of Fort Payne Anthony Ray Wigley, age 57, of Rainsville Evelyn Rains Mitchell, age 88, of Fyffe Don Forrest Harcrow, age 65, of Rainsville Gladys Louella Clark, age 79, of Rising Fawn, GA Willene Wilson Abercrombie, age 70, of Arab Michael Glenn Grimes, age 61, of Gaylesville Magdalena Renee Peoples Davis, age 50, of Valley Head Nancy Ann Wilks, age 75, of Fyffe Earl Junior Bray, age 79, of Valley Head Randale Wallace Burt, age 37, of Fort Payne Bryan Nelson Miller, age 51, of Rainsville George Emerson Temples, age 83, of Rainsville A two-vehicle crash at approximately 11:20 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3, claimed the life of an Addison woman. Wanda M. Harbison, age 73, was fatally injured when the 2002 Ford Escape, in which she was a passenger, was struck by the 2022 Chevrolet 1500 pickup driven by Jason E. Jacques, age 45, of Tuscumbia. Harbison was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the Ford, Alicia T. Winchester, 37, of Muscle Shoals and another passenger in the Ford, James A. Winchester, 52, of Decatur, were both injured and transported to Huntsville Hospital. The crash occurred on Alabama 157 near the 24 mile marker, approximately three miles south of Danville, AL. A two-vehicle crash at approximately 1:50 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, has claimed the life of an Albertville man. Arturo F. Orozco, age 34, was fatally injured when the 2006 Honda Civic that he was driving collided head-on with a 2022 Mack truck driven by Larry W. Williams, age 58, of Gadsden. Orozco was not using his seat belt at the time of crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Williams was injured and transported to Marshall Medical Center South for treatment. The crash occurred on Alabama 75 near the 51 mile marker, less than one mile north of Horton, in Marshall County. No additional information was available as State Troopers continue to investigate the incident A single-vehicle crash at approximately 11:09 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, has claimed the life of a man. The unidentified pedestrian was fatally injured when he was struck in the roadway by a 2015 Freightliner tractor-trailer driven by Joshua Breen, age 34, of Muscle Shoals. The unidentified man was pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash occurred on Interstate 65 near the 366 mile marker, approximately one mile south of Ardmore, AL A single-vehicle crash on Saturday, Feb. 11, has claimed the life of an Oneonta man. Eduardo Estrada, 44, was fatally injured when the 2013 Chevrolet 2500 pickup he was driving left the roadway and struck a tree. Estrada was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash occurred on Reid Road near Putman Drive, approximately five miles south of Oneonta, in Blount County.
Betty Louis Pruitt, age 82, of Crossville Kenneth Leon Downer, 73, of Crossville
Donnie Parham, age 67, of Henagar Woody Guffey, age 59, of Rainsville
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