NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Larry Rollins and Audrey Rollins, husband and wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Mortgagee, as nominee for Novastar Mortgage, Inc., its successors and assigns, on May 25, 2005, said mortgage being recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama, on July 5, 2005, as Document Number M-2005-2770; WHEREAS, the aforesaid deed of trust was subsequently modified on September 12, 2007, and said modification being recorded on December 3, 2007, as Document Number 3284474. The Bank of New York Mellon, f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor in interest to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust. Series 2005-2, NovaStar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-2, the current holder, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, in front of the main entrance of the Etowah County Courthouse, in Gadsden, Alabama, on April 15, 2026, during the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate, situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:
Lots Numbers 1 and 2 in Block Number 40 in First Addition Bellevue Highlands, as surveyed and platted by Totten & Woodruff, Civil Engineers, according to the map thereof as recorded in Plat Book “B”, Pages 286 to 290, inclusive, Probate Office, Etowah County, lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.
More commonly known as: 317 Mitchell Blvd, Gadsden, AL 35904
This Property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use and/or enjoyment and will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto. Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as part of the foreclosure process. This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expense of foreclosure. The successful bidder must tender certified funds by noon the next business day to Law Office of Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. Certified funds must be in the form of a wire transfer, bank or credit union’s cashier’s check, or bank official check payable to Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C. reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. If sale is voided, Mortgagee/Transferee shall return the bid amount to the successful purchaser and the Mortgagee/Transferee shall not be liable to the purchase for any damages. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be only entitled to a return of the deposit and bid amount, if paid. The Mortgagee/Transferee reserves the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.
Important Notice to Potential Bidders: Federal law administered by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, requires certain residential real estate transactions to be reported to the federal government. If you are the winning bidder at auction, you may be required to provide identifying information about yourself and, if applicable, any entity or trust purchasing the property. This information is required by federal law and must be provided to complete the sale. Failure to provide required information after the sale may delay or prevent issuance of the foreclosure deed.
The Bank of New York Mellon, f/k/a The Bank of New York as successor in interest to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. as Trustee for NovaStar Mortgage Funding Trust. Series 2005-2, NovaStar Home Equity Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-2 (“Transferee”)
Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C.
244 Inverness Center Drive
Birmingham, AL 35242
Phone: (801) 355-2886
March 27, April 3, and 10, 2027
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF ETOWAH
Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Shannon A Thomas, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns dated September 19, 2014; said mortgage being recorded on September 25, 2014 as Instrument No. 3407787 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2025, Page 3602689 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama.
The undersigned, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Etowah County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on May 27, 2026 the following property, situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:
Commence at the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) in Section Thirty Four (34), Township Eleven (11) South, Range Three (3) East of Huntsville Meridian, Etowah County, Alabama and run a tie line South 03 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East 391.20 feet to a point on the Northwest R/W line of Walnut Grove Road (60 R/W); thence deflect left and run in a Northeasterly direction, along said R/W, 224.90 feet to the point of beginning of the property herein described; thence from said point of beginning run North 52 degrees 08 minutes 08 seconds East, along said R/W, 353.10 feet to an existing pinch pipe; thence run North 01 degree 19 minutes 32 seconds West, leaving said R/W 482.05 feet to a point in the South line of the lands described in Deed Book 1167, Page 873, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama; thence run South 89 degrees 38 minutes 41 seconds West (North 89 degrees 29 minutes 00 seconds West Deed), 53.00 feet along the South line of said Deed Book and Page to the Southwest corner thereof; thence run North 88 degrees 07 minutes 08 seconds West, 255.97 feet to a point; thence run South 03 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, 708.03 feet to the point of beginning. Said property being a portion of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) and the Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4) of the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) in Section Thirty Four (34), Township Eleven (11) South, Range Three (3) East, Etowah County, Alabama.
Said property is commonly known as 6266 Walnut Grove Rd, Altoona, AL 35952.
Should a conflict arise between the property address and the legal description, the legal description will control.
Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), the right of redemption of any taxing authority, all outstanding liens for public utilities which constitute liens upon the property, any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, easements, rights-of-way, zoning ordinances, restrictions, special assessments, covenants, the statutory right of redemption pursuant to Alabama law, and any matters of record including, but not limited to, those superior to said Mortgage first set out above. Said property will be sold on an “as-is” basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the above-named or the undersigned. Bidders must perform their own due diligence. The successful bidder must present certified funds in the amount of the winning bid at the time and place of sale.
Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process.
ATTENTION ALL PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS: On March 1, 2026, the data collection and reporting requirements under the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) new Anti-Money Laundering Rule (the “Rule”), found at 89 FR 70258, went into effect. The Rule applies to certain residential real estate sale transactions (including nonjudicial foreclosures) where the transfer is to a legal entity or trust, and which includes cash purchases, private financing or financing provided by an institution not subject to a federal Anti-Money Laundering or Suspicion Activity Report requirement. As part of this Rule, purchasers and sellers are required to provide additional information and documentation about themselves, their legal entities, and the source of funds used in the reportable transaction, if applicable.* The collection of this information and documentation is required to comply with the Rule’s federal reporting requirements, if applicable. This notice is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You are encouraged to consult with your own independent legal counsel if you have questions about how the FinCEN Anti-Money Laundering Rule affects your transaction and whether your transaction is reportable.
* The Rule is the subject of ongoing litigation in several jurisdictions. We suggest that you seek your own legal counsel if you have questions about the status of the Rule and its applicability to your sale, if any.
The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage, and (3) to confirmation that the successful bidder has timely provided all information required for reporting under the Rule, 89 FR 70258, if applicable.
LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC
as holder of said mortgage
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
505 20th Street N, Suite 1775
Birmingham, AL 35203
Telephone: (205) 216-4238
FT21@mccalla.com
File No. 26-08125AL
www.foreclosurehotline.net
The Messenger
03/27/2026,04/03/2026,04/10/2026
26-08125AL
March 27, April 3, and 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE
WHEREAS, default has been made in the terms of the mortgage executed on the 20th day of January, 2023, by Paradise Land, LLC, as mortgagor, in favor of ILS Lending, LLC, as mortgagee, as recorded in the Probate Office of Etowah County, Alabama as Instrument #3552084, and said default continuing, the mortgagee or its assignees, under power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at auction for cash to the highest bidder on the steps of the Etowah County Courthouse in Etowah, Alabama, during legal hours of sale on the 1st day of May, 2026, the following described real estate embraced in said mortgage, situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:
TRACT ONE: Commence at the NE Corner of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East and run South 884.85 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue along said line 190.0 feet; thence 90 degrees 05’55” right and run 690.71 feet to the center of a 60’ Right of Way; thence North 90 degrees 26’39’ East and run North along the center of said Right ofWay 190.0 feet; thence 90 degrees 33’19” right and run East 692.22 feet to the Point of Beginning.
TRACT TWO: Commence at a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183) marking the Southeast corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, thence North 89 degrees 53’39” West 1331.57 feet along the South line of said forty to a 1” iron pipe on the Northwest right of way of Little Cove Road (40’ RW) marking the Southwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, said point being the point of beginning, thence North 00 degrees 25’31” East 1438.02 feet to a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183), thence South 26 degrees 07’41”East 1279.02 feet to a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183) on the Northwest right of way of Little Cove Road (40’ RW), thence run Southwesterly along said right of way the following bearings and distances: South 61 degrees 00’01” West 163.41 feet, South 61 degrees 40’22”West 311.84 feet, South 66 degrees 07’21”West 92.32 feet, South 70 degrees 48’32”West 76.33 feet to the point of beginning. AND
TRACT THREE: Commence at a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183) marking the Southeast corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, thence North 89 degrees 53’39”West 1331.57 feet along the South line of said forty to a 1” Iron pipe on the Northwest right of way of Lithe Cove Road (40’ R/W) marking the Southwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, thence North 00 degrees 25’31” East 1438.02 feet to a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183), said point being the Point of Beginning. thence continue North 00 degrees 25’3 1” East 2556.16 feet to a capped 1/2”rebar (LS#21183) marking the Northwest corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, thence South 89 degrees 34’06” East 560.19 feet along the North line of said forty to a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183), thence South 00 degrees 25’31”West 2332.62 feet to a capped 1/2”rebar (LS#21183), thence South 68 degrees 40’33” West 603.12 feet to the Point of Beginning. Together with a non-exclusive 60’ access easement, 30’ each side of the below described line: Commence at a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183) marking the Southeast corner of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, thence North 89 degrees 53’39”West 1331.57 feet along the South line of said forty to a 1” iron pipe on the Northwest right of way of Little Cove Road (40’ R/W) marking the Southwest corner of the NE 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, thence North 00 degrees 25’31” East 1438.02 feet to a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183), thence North 68 degrees 40’33” East 603.12 feet to a capped 1/2” rebar (LS#21183) and the Point of Beginning of said easement, thence South 40 degrees 16’28” East 211.96 feet, South 08 degrees 12’13” East 226.46 feet, South 35 degrees 39’40” East 431.65 feet, South 59 degrees 17’25” East 128.20 feet, South 35 degrees 32’16” East 134.04 feet, South 19 degrees 11’08” East 107.51 feet to a point on the Northwest right of way of Little Cove Road (40’ R/W) and the end of said easement.
TRACT FOUR: Commence at the NE corner of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, and run South along the East line of said quarter-quarter of 974.85 feet; to the Point of Beginning; thence continue along said course 190.0 feet; thence 90 degrees 04’00” right and run West 689.18 feet to the center of a 60’ right of way; thence 89 degrees 26’26” right and run North along the center of said right of way 190.0 feet; thence 90 degrees 33’21” right and run 690.71 feet to the point of
beginning. Subject to existing right of ways for public roads, utility lines, easements and restrictions of record if any.
TRACT FIVE: The North 1/2 of Lot 89 of”The Cove Subdivision” being part of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, Etowah County, Alabama, more particularly described as follows: From the NE corner of said SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4: thence South 1164.85 feet more or less to a 5/8” rebar and the Point of Beginning; thence South 90.14 feet; thence S 89 degrees 22’25” W 687.89 feet to a point in the center of a 60 foot wide right of way; thence N 00 degrees 46’17” W 98.81 feet along the center of said right of way; thence South 89 degrees 54’17” East 689.18 feet to the Point of Beginning. Subject to existing right of ways for public roads, utility lines, easements and restrictions of record if any.
TRACT SIX: The S 1/2 of Lot 89 of “The Cove Subdivision” being part of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East, Etowah County, Alabama, more particularly described as follows: From the Northeast corner of said SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 27, run South 1254.85 feet to the Point of Beginning, thence South 89 degrees 20’West, 688.43 feet to the center of a 60 feet right of way; thence S 00 degrees 27’35” East along center of said right of way, 98.81 feet; thence N 88 degrees 35’55” East, 687.80 feet; thence North 90 feet to the Point of Beginning. Subject to existing right of ways for public roads, utility lines, easements and restrictions of record if any.
TRACT SEVEN: Commence at the NE corner of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 27, Township 10 South, Range 4 East and run South along the East line thereof for 1324.85 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue along said line 63.7 feet; thence 72 degrees 06’18” right and run Southwesterly 751.96 feet to the center of 60 foot right of way; thence 91 degrees 31’25” right and run Northerly along the center of said R.O.W. 260.0 feet; thence 90 degrees 00’ right and run Easterly 105.2 feet; thence 14 degrees 18’03” right and run East 687.8 feet to the Point of Beginning. Subject to existing right of ways for public roads, utility lines, easements and restrictions of record If any.
The address being 0000 Kerri Lane, Boaz, AL 35956
Parcels Nos: 05-08-27-0-000-005.049; 05-08-27-0-000-001.001; 05-08-27-0-000-005.012; 05-08-27-0-000-005.019; 05-08-27-0-000-005.007; and 05-08-27-0-000-005.018
Said sale is made for the purpose of foreclosing of said mortgage, paying the mortgage debt, the costs and expenses of foreclosure, including a reasonable attorney’s fee.
THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD ON AN “AS IS, WHERE IS” BASIS, SUBJECT TO ANY EASEMENTS, ENCUMBRANCES, AND EXCEPTIONS REFLECTED IN THE MORTGAGE AND THOSE CONTAINED IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE OF THE COUNTY WHERE THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY IS SITUATED. THIS PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD WITHOUT WARRANTY OR RECOURSE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO TITLE, USE AND/OR ENJOYMENT AND WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION OF ALL PARTIES ENTITLED THERETO. THE PARCELS MAY BE SOLD AS ONE OR SEPARATELY.
ALABAMA LAW GIVES SOME PERSONS WHO HAVE AN INTEREST IN PROPERTY THE RIGHT TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. PROGRAMS MAY ALSO EXIST THAT HELP PERSONS AVOID OR DELAY THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. AN ATTORNEY SHOULD BE CONSULTED TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THESE RIGHTS AND PROGRAMS AS A PART OF THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS
The Mortgagee or its assignees reserve the right to bid for and purchase the real estate and to credit its purchase price against the expenses of sale and the indebtedness secured by the real estate.
This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation. Contact Jason Knowles at the phone number shown below prior to attendance at sale.
/s/ Jason Knowles
Jason Knowles
Knowles & Sullivan, LLC
Attorneys for Auctioneer
413 Broad Street
Gadsden, Alabama 35901
Ph: (256) 547-7200
Email: jason@kkslawgroup.com
April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
STATE OF ALABAMA, COUNTY OF ETOWAH
Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage and security agreement executed by BOBBIE J. DAVIS on the 21st day of September 2000, to CMH HOMES, INC. DBA CLAYTON HOMES, recorded in Book 2000, Page 266, as corrected and re-recorded in Book 2000 at Page 270, in the office of the Probate Judge of Etowah County, Alabama; and, said mortgage having been subsequently assigned to VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC., by Assignment recorded in said office in Misc. Book 2025, Page 3599906; VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC., as Mortgagee, by reason of such default having declared all of the indebtedness secured by said mortgage and security agreement due and payable and such default continuing, notice is hereby given that, acting under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and security agreement, and as authorized by Section 7-9A-604(a)(2) of the Code of Alabama of 1975 as amended, VANDERBILT MORTGAGE AND FINANCE, INC., as Mortgagee, will sell at public outcry, for cash to the highest bidder, in front of the Courthouse door, in the City of Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, during the legal hours of sale on April 30, 2026, the following described real property situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:
Lot 12 in Abercrombie Addition, according to the map thereof recorded in Plat Book B, Page 46, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama (Pro. No. 30133);
together with the hereditaments and appurtenances thereunto belonging and all fixtures now attached to and used in connection with the premises herein described.
This property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, subject to any easements, encumbrances, and exceptions reflected in the mortgage and those contained in the records of the office of the Judge of Probate of the county where the above-described property is situated. This property will be sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use and/or enjoyment and will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto.
Alabama law gives some persons who have an interest in property the right to redeem the property under certain circumstances. Programs may also exist that help persons avoid or delay the foreclosure process. An attorney should be consulted to help you understand these rights and programs as a part of the foreclosure process.
Said sale will be made subject to any existing Federal Tax Lien, if any, and/or Special Assessments, if any, which might adversely affect the title to the subject property.
Said sale will be made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by the above-described mortgage, and the proceeds thereof will be applied as provided by the terms of the said mortgage. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation; contact Margery Oglesby at the phone number shown below prior to attending the sale.
Lori C. Baird
Attorney for Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc.
ROSEN HARWOOD, P.A.
2200 Jack Warner Pkwy Ste 200
P.O. Box 2727
Tuscaloosa, AL 35403
(205) 344-5000
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE
State of Alabama, Etowah County
Whereas, of the default having been made in the payment of indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Booker T. Taylor, to WinSouth Credit Union, on July 25, 2013, said mortgage being recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County as Document Number 3389357 on July 30, 2013 and the undersigned, by reason of such default, having declared the entire remaining indebtedness secured by said mortgage to be immediately due and payable, and said mortgage subject to foreclosure, and such default continuing, notice is hereby given, that acting under the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the undersigned, WinSouth Credit Union, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash in front of the courthouse door in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, during the legal hours of sale on May 7, 2026, the following described real estate situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:
The South 145 feet of the West 225 feet of Lot Number Four (4), and the North 35 feet of Lot Number Five (5) in Block Number One (1) of Second Addition of Paden Farm Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book “C”, Page 275, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama, less and ex-cept that part of Lot 5, Block 1, more particularly described as follows: The North 5 feet of the East 200 feet of Lot Five (5) in Block One (1) of the Second Addition of Paden Farm Subdivision according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Plat Book “C”, Page 275, in the Probate Office, and lying and being in Etowah County, Alabama.
Commonly known as 150 Paden Road, East Gadsden, AL 35903
Said sale will be made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. This Property will be sold on an “as is, where is” basis, subject to any easements, encumbrances, and exceptions reflected in the mortgage and those contained in the records of the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County. This property will be sold without warranty or recourse, expressed or implied as to title, use and/or enjoyment and will be sold subject to the rights of redemption by those parties entitled to redeem under the laws of the State of Alabama.
Winsouth Credit Union
BY: /s Jay E. Stover
JAY E. STOVER,
ITS ATTORNEY
301 Broad Street
Gadsden, Alabama 35901
Phone (256) 546-9205
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Marty Woods and Craig Woods was/were appointed Co-Personal Representative(s) on 02/05/2026 to the Estate of Lillie Prater, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Carole Denise McDonough was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/10/2026 over the Estate of Randall Dale McDonough, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Melton P. Terrell was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/11/2026 to the Estate of Janie Terrell, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Charles C. Cassell, Jr. was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/13/2026 to the Estate of Martha Gail Cassell, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Jeffery Owen Freeman was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/19/2026 over the Estate of Carolyn Eileen Thacker, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Suzanne Perry was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/20/2026 over the Estate of Alma Elizabeth Perry, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Christopher Edwards Christian was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/20/2026 to the Estate of Norma Carolyn B. Christian, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Saratha Grigsby was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/04/2026 to the Estate of Raymond M. Grigsby, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Brandon Franklin was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/05/2026 to the Estate of Tammy (Tammie) Waters Walden, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Shelby Lynn Bragg was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/10/2026 to the Estate of Tracey Smith Curtis, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Kathy Renee Bowen was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/16/2026 to the Estate of Peggy Elaine Blackmon Bown, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Harvey Granade Little was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/17/2026 to the Estate of Frances Smith Little, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Stephen W. Johnson was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/17/2026 to the Estate of Autrey Monroe Johnson, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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FILE CLAIMS
Crystal D. Blackmon was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/27/2026 to the Estate of Paula D. Moore, deceased, Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama notifies all persons that claims not filed within six months will be barred.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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NOTICE OF HEARING
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF: LINDA BLOCKER, ALLEGED INCAPACITATED
Case #: 2026-93
TO: Cameron Lackey and any unknown family, whose whereabouts are unknown
Please take notice that a PETITION FOR LETTERS OF GUARDIANSHIP & CONSERVATORSHIP of the above referenced incapacitated individual was filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate, and further, that the 28th day of APRIL 2024 at 1:00 pm. was appointed a day and time for hearing on said Petition, thereof at which time you may appear and support and/or contest the Petition, if you so choose.
DONE THIS THE 19th DAY OF MARCH 2026
Scott Hassell
PROBATE JUDGE
March 27, April 3 and 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF HEARING
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF: DOROTHY ANN BALL, ALLEGED INCAPACITATED
Case #: 2026-22
TO: Christy Brown, Jessica Brown and James Brown and any unknown family, whose whereabouts are unknown
Please take notice that a PETITION FOR LETTERS OF GUARDIANSHIP & CONSERVATORSHIP of the above referenced incapacitated individual was filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate, and further, that the 5 day of MAY 2026 at 2:00 P.m. was appointed a day and time for hearing on said Petition, thereof at which time you may appear and support and/or contest the Petition, if you so choose.
DONE THIS THE 30TH DAY OF MARCH 2026
Scott W. Hassell
PROBATE JUDGE
April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF HEARING
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF: LYNDA “LYN” WALKER JORDAN, ALLEGED INCAPACITATED
Case #: 2026-133
TO: Courtney Jordan Combs and any unknown family, whose whereabouts are unknown
Please take notice that a PETITION FOR LETTERS OF GUARDIANSHIP & CONSERVATORSHIP of the above referenced incapacitated individual was filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate, and further, that the 12TH day of MAY 2026 at 1:30 p.m. was appointed a day and time for hearing on said Petition, thereof at which time you may appear and support and/or contest the Petition, if you so choose.
DONE THIS THE 2ND DAY OF APRIL 2026
Scott Hassell
PROBATE JUDGE
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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NOTICE OF HEARING
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF: GLENN DAVID TURNER, ALLEGED INCAPACITATED
Case #: 2026-135
TO: Any unknown family, whose whereabouts are unknown
Please take notice that a PETITION FOR LETTERS OF GUARDIANSHIP & CONSERVATORSHIP of the above referenced incapacitated individual was filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate, and further, that the 12th day of MAY 2026 at 1:00 p.m. was appointed a day and time for hearing on said Petition, thereof at which time you may appear and support and/or contest the Petition, if you so choose.
DONE THIS THE6 TH DAY OF APRIL 2026
Scott W. Hassell
PROBATE JUDGE
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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NOTICE OF HEARING
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN RE: THE ESTATE OF EDWARD F.
PULLEN, DECEASED.
Case No.: S-5489
TO: Mary Haddix; whereabouts unknown
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that there has been filed in this Court a Petition for Final
Settlement of the Estate of Edward F. Pullen, deceased.
You are FURTHER NOTIFIED to be in and appear before this Court on the 10th day of June,
2026 at 10:00 a.m., when said petition will be heard and to show cause, if any you may have, why the said Petition for Final Settlement of the Estate of Edward F. Pullen, deceased, should not be granted.
DONE THIS THE 6th DAY OF 6th DAY OF April 2026.
Scott W. Hassell
JUDGE OF PROBATE
April 10, 17, and 24, 2026
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LEGAL PUBLICATION NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Rainbow City, Alabama’s Appropriate Municipal Official, pursuant to Ordinance No. 565, has made a finding that a building located on the following described property is a dangerous building because it is unsafe to the extent that it is a public nuisance and is subject to demolition:
STREET ADDRESS:
5425 Gilmer Lane, Rainbow City, Alabama 35906
LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
Lots Number Thirty-three (33) and Thirty-four (34) in Canoe Creek Paradise Subdivision, as the same appears of record in Plat Book “H”, page 22, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama.
PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
20-04-17-0-001-029.000; PPIN 57817
INTERESTED
PARTIES:
Christy R. Stargel
Frances E. Greene, deceased
Faye B. Greene, deceased
Jo Diane Grantland
Linda Scott
Paul Greene
Daniel Green
Patrick Greene, deceased
Any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein.
All persons interested in said property are hereby notified that if the unsafe or dangerous condition is not remedied by demolition of said building on said property within 45 days of April 7, 2026, the demolition will be accomplished by the City and the cost thereof assessed against said property. In the meantime, it is ordered that said building and said property be and remain vacated.
A public hearing as provided for by Section 8(a) set forth in Ordinance No. 565 will be held on this matter in the Council Chambers at the Rainbow City Hall, 3700 Rainbow Drive, Rainbow City, Alabama, on June 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Anyone interested in the status of these proceedings should inquire with the Rainbow City Clerk at (256) 413-1217 or at 3700 Rainbow Drive, Rainbow City, Alabama.
April 10, 17, 24, and May 1, 2026
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PUBLICATION NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GLENDA GAIL TINGLE, DECEASED.
CASE NO: 2026-00152
TO: Kenneth Swafford, Michael Swafford, and all unknown heirs of Glenda Gail Tingle
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that there has been filed in this Court an instrument purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Glenda Gail Tingle, deceased, and a petition in writing and under oath praying for the admission to probate and record in this Court of said instrument as the true Last Will and Testament of said decedent.
You are FURTHER NOTIFIED to be and appear before this Court on the 12th day of May, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., when said petition will be heard and to show cause, if any you may have, why the instrument filed with said petition and purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Glenda Gail Tingle, deceased, should not be admitted to probate and recorded in this Court as the true Last Will and Testament of said decedent.
This the 26th day of March 2026
Judge of Probate,
Scott W. Hassell
April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF PETITION FOR LETTERS OF GUARDIANSHIP AND PETITION FOR LETTERS OF CONSERVATORSHIP
Notice to: Unknown family members, whose whereabouts are unknown
You will take notice that a Petition for Letters of Guardianship for the person of Elda Summerlin and a Petition for Letters of Conservatorship over the estate of Elda Summerlin was filed by Gadsden Regional Medical Center on the 19th day of MARCH 2026.
A hearing on the Petition for Letters of Guardianship and Petition for Letters of Conservatorship is set on the 28th day of APRIL 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in the Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama, 800 Forrest Avenue, Gadsden, Alabama 35901.
Scott W. Hassell
Judge of Probate
March 27, April 3 and 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF COMPLAINT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
Luis A. Erazo, Plaintiff
V.
Frances Longmire, Defendants
Case No.: CV-2026-002
Comes now the Plaintiff, Luis A. Erazo, and alleges as follows:
Plaintiff, a resident of Etowah County, Alabama, acquired the property’s tax liens from Alabama State, which consisted of liens for tax years 2020, 2001, 2022, and 2023, and subsequently purchased tax liens for tax years 2024 at a tax sale held on May 1, 2025.
The property is described in prior tax sale certificates under varying legal descriptions, but is presently described in county records as follows:
T/L-2020, 2021-2022-2023, 2024 County LT 2 BLK 9 LIDDELL ADD PLAT A-216 GADSDEN SEC 4 TWP 12S R 6E. The property is located in Etowah County, Alabama.
The property was sold by the Tax Collector of Etowah County fir nonpayment of ad valorem taxes and purchased by Plaintiff, who holds tax sale certificates for tax years 2020 through 2024,
Tax Year 2020: book 2022, Page 387
Tax Year 2021: book 2022, Page 388
Tax Year 2022: book 2023, Page 2406
Tax Year 2023: book 2022, Page 382
Tax Year 2024: book 2024, Page 1696
More than three (4) years have passed since the date of the tax sale, and the statutory right of redemption under Ala. Code § 40-10-120 has expired.
Plaintiff gave notice to all parties entitled to redeem, including:
Frances Longmire OCT 10, 2025 – Etowah County Revenue Commissioner (via Tax Collector): Mail sent OCT 10, 2025.
No party has redeemed the property within the statutory period, and Plaintiff now seeks to foreclosure any remaining rights of redemption.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully request this Honorable Court to:
A. Enter a judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption of the Defendants and any persons claiming through them;
B. Vest fee simple title to the above-described property in Plaintiff, free and clear of all rights of redemption.
C. Direct the Circuit Clerk to execute and deliver a deed conveying the property to plaintiff,
D. Grant such further relief as this Court deems just and proper.
This notice will be published for 4 consecutive weeks starting on March 27, April 3, 10, and 17, 2026. The property will be sold at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash at the door of the Etowah County Courthouse on April 22, 2026
This order is hereby and approved Dated this February 5, 2026.
Cassandra Johnson
Circuit Court Clerk
March 27, April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF CONDEMNATION-FORFEITURE ACTION
STATE OF ALABAMA, EX REL: GADSDEN POLICE DEPARTMENT STREET CRIMES/NARCOTICS UNIT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA, CIVIL DIVISION
CASE NO: CV-26-900141-CDR
PLAINTIFF
VS.
$3,610.00 U.S.Currency
2008 GMC Yukon
VIN: 1GKFK13048J149625
2018 Chevrolet Impala
VIN: 2G1165S30F9113641
Hi-Point JHP
SN: X4386335
American Tactical Omni Hybrid
SN: NS344647
American Tactical Alpha Maxx
SN: NX078287
Ruger Prescott
SN: 09497180
DEFENDANTS
In Re: Sedric Barnard Dukes
Lien-Holder
Kenneth Duane Ball
Etowah Used Cars, LLC
200 5th Ave. NE
Attalla, AL. 35954
TO ANY PERSON, CORPORATION OR OTHER ENTITY CLAIMING AN OWNER’S BONA FIDE
INTEREST IN THE HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED CURRENCY, FIREARM AND CURRENCY, VEHICLES AND FIREARMS:
WHEREAS, the State of Alabama has filed its complaint in the above-described action seeking condemnation, forfeiture, and ultimate disposition of the above-described currency, vehicles and firearms. You are hereby notified that you must answer said Complaint by the 20th day of May 2026. Failure to file such answer shall result in your loss of any claimed owner’s or other interest in said property.
DONE this the 19th day of March, 2026
Cassandra Johnson, Circuit Clerk
Etowah County, Alabama
March 27, April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF COMPLAINT TO FORECLOSE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM AND TO QUIET TITLE
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY ALABAMA
CV-2026-900135
DONALD BERKEY and JUANITA BERKEY,
PLAINTIFFS,v.
WILLIAM TAYLOR, CITY OF GADSDEN, STATE OF ALABAMA, TYLER LEE HUGHES and those fictitious defendants whose identities and whereabouts
are unknown, and all other persons claiming any present, future, contingent, remainder, reversion, or other interest in the lands described herein
DEFENDANTS.
The Defendant, William Taylor, whose whereabouts are unknown, and any other persons claiming any present, future, contingent, remainder, reversion, or other interest in the lands described below, must answer Plaintiffs’ Complaint filed in the above referenced court and case number within thirty (30) days of the completion of the publication or thereafter a judgment of default may be rendered against you in the above-styled case.
The subject property is described as follows:
Lot 6, Block 2 of the Goodwater Heights Addition as recorded in Plat Book B, Page 279 as recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate, Etowah County, Alabama.
The address of the subject property is 2200 Clayton Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35904. The PIN for the subject property is 18928.
Done the 20th day of March, 2026.
/s/ SONNIE J. STEEN
CIRCUIT JUDGE
Joshua B. Sullivan
Knowles & Sullivan, LLC
413 Broad Street
Gadsden, AL. 35901
Phone (256)547-7200
Fax (256)467-6322
March 27, April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF SERVICE BY PUBLICATION AND NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR FINAL SETTLEMENT
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CIVIL ACTION NO.:
EMMA PRUITT
ARIETA, DECEASED
CV-2018-900661
TO: ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EMMA PRUITT ARIETA, DECEASED, AND ANY OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING ANY INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF EMMA PRUITT ARIETA, DECEASED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF LOLA BELLE PRUITT O’SHIELDS, JAMES OTIS MARKER, JEFFERSON DAVIS MARKER, CURTIS HOLLOWAY MARKER, PAUL ANDREW MARKER A/K/A ANDY PAUL MARKER OR JEROME EDISON MARKER.
Please take notice that a Petition for Final Settlement has been filed in the above-styled matter concerning the Estate of Emma Pruitt Arieta, deceased, pending in the Circuit Court of Etowah County, Alabama.
An Affidavit having been filed stating that despite diligent efforts the names and/or addresses of certain heirs of the Estate cannot be determined, service upon such unknown heirs is being made by publication pursuant to Order of the Court.
Any unknown heirs, or any person claiming an interest in the Estate of Emma Pruitt Arieta, are hereby notified that a hearing on the Petition for Final Settlement has been set by the Court for the 30th day of April, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., in the Circuit Court of Etowah County, Alabama, at the courthouse in Gadsden, Alabama.
All persons claiming to be heirs or otherwise having any interest in the Estate are required to appear and file any objections to the Petition for Final Settlement on or before the date of the hearing, or be forever barred from asserting such claims.
DONE this the 24th day March 2026.
Cassandra Johnson
Clerk of the Circuit Court
Etowah County, Alabama
Torbert and Torbert, PA
1024 Forrest Avenue
Gadsden, Alabama 35901
256-547-7551
March 27, April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
GADSDEN LAND BANK AUTHORITY, a Public Corporation,
Plaintiff,
v.
CIVIL ACTION: NO.: CV-2026-00014
BARBARA MANJANG, f/k/a BARBARA LYNCH; ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA; ; that parcel of real property located at 115 North 16th Street, Gadsden, Alabama 35901 and having a legal description of: Lot Number Four (4) in Mandy Thaxton addition to Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, a map or plat pf said addition being recorded in Plat Book “E”, page 55, in the Office of the Probate Judge of Etowah County, Alabama, said lot lying and being situated in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama. Subject to any easements and restrictions of record , and known as Parcel ID No. 15-06-14-1-000-158.000; PPIN: 43502; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,
Defendants.
TO BARBARA MANJANG f/k/a BARBARA LYNCH; ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,
TAKE NOTICE that on March 4, 2026, the Gadsden Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint and the record reflects recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:
Lot Number Four (4) in Mandy Thaxton addition to Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, a map or plat pf said addition being recorded in Plat Book “E”, page 55, in the Office of the Probate Judge of Etowah County, Alabama, said lot lying and being situated in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.
Property Address: 115 N. 16th Street, Gadsden, AL 35901
ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for May 20, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Judge George Day’s Courtroom, Etowah County Courthouse, 801 Forrest Avenue, Gadsden, Alabama 35901. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Gadsden Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.
The address of the Gadsden Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Alabama 35901. The Gadsden Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Erin Patterson, City of Gadsden, at (256) 549-4553.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Gadsden Messenger, a newspaper of general circulation in Etowah County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this cause before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.
Dated this the 23rd day of March, 2026.
Cassandra Johnson, Circuit Clerk
J. Lance Smith
Turnbach, Warren, Rice, Frederick & Smith, P.C.
200 Chestnut Street, Suite A
Gadsden, AL 35901
Phone: (256) 543-3664
Fax (256) 543-3674
March 27, April 3, and 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA
GADSDEN LAND BANK AUTHORITY, a Public Corporation,
Plaintiff,
v.
CIVIL ACTION NO.: CV-2026-00013
FRANK ROBERTS, if alive whereabouts unknown, if deceased, the heirs and creditors of Frank Roberts, whose names, addresses and ages are unknown; EUCLID ANDERSON, deceased; JEAN PARKER ANDERSON, deceased; APRIL BEDWELL STONE, as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Jean Parker Anderson; APRIL BEDWELL STONE, individually; EDWARD KEVIN STONE; RONNY ANDERSON LIDDELL; ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA; Lot Number 67 in Wild Acres Unit Number 3, according to the map or plat thereof as the same appears of record in the office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama in the Book of Town Plats “H”, page 1, and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, and being subject to restrictions recorded in Misc. Book “53”, page 325, Probate Office of Etowah County, Alabama, said lot lying and being situated in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama. Subject to any easements and restrictions of record , and known as Parcel ID No. 15-08-28-0-001-376.000 PPIN: 46332; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,
Defendants.
TO FRANK ROBERTS; EUCLID ANDERSON; JEAN PARKER ANDERSON; APRIL BEDWELL STONE, as the Personal Representative of the ESTATE OF JEAN PARKER ANDERSON; APRIL BEDWELL STONE; EDWARD KEVIN STONE; RONNY ANDERSON LIDDELL; ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,
TAKE NOTICE that on March 4, 2026, the Gadsden Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint and the record reflects recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:
Lot Number 67 in Wild Acres Unit Number 3, according to the map or plat thereof as the same appears of record in the office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama in the Book of Town Plats “H”, page 1, and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, and being subject to restrictions recorded in Misc. Book “53”, page 325, Probate Office of Etowah County, Alabama
Property Address: 0 Greenbriar Road, Gadsden, AL 35901
ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for May 12, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Judge Brynn Crain’s Courtroom, Etowah County Courthouse, 801 Forrest Avenue, Gadsden, Alabama 35901. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Gadsden Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.
The address of the Gadsden Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Alabama 35901. The Gadsden Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Erin Patterson, City of Gadsden, at (256) 549-4553.
IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Gadsden Messenger, a newspaper of general circulation in Etowah County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this cause before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.
Dated this the 23rd day of March, 2026.
Cassandra Johnson, Circuit Clerk
J. Lance Smith
Turnbach, Warren, Rice, Frederick & Smith, P.C.
200 Chestnut Street, Suite
Gadsden, AL 35901
Phone: (256) 543-3664
Fax: (256) 543-3674
March 27, April 3, and 10, 2026
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Attalla Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Attalla City Hall located at 612 4th Street NW, Attalla, AL 35954. The following items will be considered:
A variance requested and filed by Duane Ball to construct a house on the lot at 111 Preston Avenue, Attalla, AL 35954. The lot is zoned R-1 (Single Family Residential). The request will include a variance on the lot size, width and building setback.
A variance requested and file by Charles and Renee Bellew to allow residential units at 416 4th Street NW, Attalla, AL 35954. The property is zoned B-2 (Central Business)
Mandy Cash
City Clerk
April 3 and 10, 2026
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JOB COMPLETION
In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, Bob Smith Construction, Inc. Hereby gives written notice of the completion of a contract with the Etowah County Commission, for the Interior Renovations to the Etowah County Road Maintenance Facility and has made request for final settlement of said Contract. This notice is to appear for four consecutive weeks beginning March 20, 2026 and ending April 10, 2026. All persons having any claim for labor, materials or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Thomas M. McElrath, Architect, 717 Merit Springs Road, Gadsden, AL 35901 during this period.
March 20, 27, April 3, and 10, 2026
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR NOTICE OF
COMPLETION
FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT FOR COMPLETION LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Alabama Grading & Excavation, LLC, has completed the Adams Park Area (Phase 1) Drainage Improvement Project in Gadsden, AL for the City of Gadsden, Owner(s), and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify The City of Gadsden, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, Al 35901.
March 27, April 3, 10, and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF
COMPLETION
HST Utility has completed its work on the Water Meter Replacement Project for the Water Works Board of Attalla. Any person having a claim against the project or the contractor should notify Canyon Engineering, LLC, P.O. Box 680021, Fort Payne, AL, 35968 no later than 5/1/2026.
April 10, 17, 24, and May 1, 2026
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION OF
ABANDONED
VEHICLES
Please take NOTICE that the Kelton Wrecker LLC will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the following abandoned motor vehicles:
2018 NISSAN ALTIMA – VIN: 1N4AL3AP4JC247441
2002 KIA SPORTAGE – VIN: KNDJB723725143757
2015 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE – VIN: 1C4RJFBM3FC243767
2015 NISSAN JUKE – VIN: JN8AF5MR6FT509160
The public auction will be held at Kelton Wrecker LLC located at 1625 Forrest Ave Gadsden AL 35901 at 8:00 AM on 05/23/2026. The seller shall have a right to reject any bid that is unreasonably low and may postpone the public auction until another time and place. In addition, the seller expressly reserves the right to bid and purchase at the public auction.
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF VEHICLE POSSESSION
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on 05/16/2026 at 8:00 am.
2005 Ford F-150 – VIN: 1FTPX14595NA54106
Tommy Tows
1912 3rd Street
Attalla, AL. 35954
(256) 490-3715
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF VEHICLE POSSESSION
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on May 15, 2026.
2012 KIA OPTIMA
VIN: 5XXGN4A74CG060126
UNI AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, LLC
2501 3rd Street SW
Attalla AL. 35954
256-538-6600
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION OF ABANDONED VEHICLES
Please take NOTICE that Matt’s Towing will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the following abandoned motor vehicle 2006 Cadillac DTS. Vin#1G6KD57976U132143 The public auction will be held at Matt’s Towing 927 B 5th Ave NE Attalla AL 35954 at 10:00am on 5/22/2026
The Seller shall have a right to reject any bid that is unreasonably low. The seller expressly reserves the right to bid and purchase at the public auction.
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION OF ABANDONED VEHICLES
Please take NOTICE that Matt’s Towing will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the following abandoned motor vehicle 2020 Lexus NX 300. Vin#JTJGARBZ1L2171437 The public auction will be held at Matt’s Towing 927 B 5th Ave NE Attalla AL 35954 at 10:00am on 5/22/2026
The Seller shall have a right to reject any bid that is unreasonably low. The seller expressly reserves the right to bid and purchase at the public auction.
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF VEHICLE POSSESSION
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on May 15, 2026.
2012 TOYOTA COROLLA – VIN: 2T1BU4EE3CC865838
UNI AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, LLC
2501 3rd Street SW
Attalla AL. 35954
256-538-6600
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF VEHICLE POSSESSION
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on May 15, 2026.
2007 DODGE CARAVAN – VIN: 1D4GP24R07B141201
UNI AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, LLC
2501 3rd Street SW
Attalla AL. 35954
256-538-6600
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF VEHICLE POSSESSION
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on May 20, 2026.
2015 Nissan Pathfinder – VIN: 5N1AR2MN0FC654527
UNI AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, LLC
2501 3rd Street SW
Attalla AL. 35954
256-538-6600
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF VEHICLE POSSESSION
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on May 23, 2026.
2005 Pontiac G6 – VIN: 1G2ZG528754179788
UNI AUTOMOTIVE GROUP, LLC
2501 3rd Street SW
Attalla AL. 35954
256-538-6600
April 10 and 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION OF ABANDONED VEHICLES
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will proceed to take possession of the following described abandoned vehicle(s) on May 12, 2026.
2008 Chevrolet – Silverado VIN#2GCEK190081255997
Vehicle sale location is 617 SHORTER AVE ATTALLA, AL 35954
April 10 and 17, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE PROPOSED AMENDED 2024 & 2025 ANNUAL ACTION PLANS REALLOCATION OF CDBG
PUBLICATION DATE: THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
PUBLIC COMMENTS DUE BY: MONDAY, MAY 18, 2026 – 4:00 P.M.
The City of Gadsden will solicit comments on the reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funds. The City is proposing to reallocate a total of $146,222.18 unexpended CDBG funds from housing rehabilitation – $112,603.55; Administration and Planning – $27,191.33 and Breakaway Ministries – $2,921.50 and Etowah Food Bank from $3,505.80. CDBG funding will be reallocated to Street & Infrastructure Improvements – $139,794.88, James M. Barrie Center – $3,213.65 and Family Success Center – $3,213.65 eligible CDBG activities. The public comment period will be open from Thursday, April 16, 2026 through Monday, May 18, 2026. The City of Gadsden will hold a Public Review Meeting to solicit comments on the reallocation of Community Development Block Grant funds at the City of Gadsden, 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901 at 10:00 A.M on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Those who may wish to provide comments on the CDBG reallocation may email the City’s Community Development Department at areaves@cityofgadsden.com or send written correspondence to the City of Gadsden’s Community Development Department at the address above until Thursday, May 18, 2026. The table below identifies the project details for reallocated funding and proposed project details reallocating those funds for rapid implementation for the CDBG program.
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2024 – PROPOSED TRANSFER FROM: Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Fund – PROPOSED CHANGE – $(112,603.55)
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2024 – PROPOSED TRANSFER FROM: CDBG Administration & Planning – PROPOSED CHANGE – $(27,191.33)
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2025 – PROPOSED TRANSFER FROM: Breakaway Ministries Public Services – PROPOSED CHANGE – $ (2,921.50)
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2025 – PROPOSED TRANSFER FROM: Etowah Food Bank – Public Services – PROPOSED CHANGE – $ (3,505.80)
Total Reallocated Funds: $(146,222.18)
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2024 – PROPOSED REALLOCATED FUNDS TO: Street & Infrastructure Improvements – PROPOSED CHANGE – $139,794.88
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2025 – PROPOSED REALLOCATED FUNDS TO: James M Barrie Center Public Services – PROPOSED CHANGE – $3,213.65
GRANT
CDBG – PROGRAM YEAR – 2025 – PROPOSED REALLOCATED FUNDS TO: Family Success Center Public Services – PROPOSED CHANGE – $3,213.65
Total Reallocated Funds – $146,222.18
No displacement will occur as a result of the activities described herein. Should displacement occur, the City of Gadsden implements the provisions as required by CFR 570.606 (Residential Anti-Displacement and Relocation Assistance). The City of Gadsden does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission of, access to, or treatment of, or employment, the programs and activities described herein. An interpreter is available upon request to assist persons with limited English proficiency. Any requests for reasonable accommodation required by an individual to fully participate in any open meetings, programs, or activities of the City of Gadsden’s CDBG Office at 256-549-4537 or via email at areaves@cityofgadsden.com.
April 10, 2026
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AVISO PÚBLICO PROPUESTA DE PLANES DE ACCIÓN ANUALES ENMENDADOS PARA 2024 & 2025 REASIGNACIÓN DE FONDOS CDBG
FECHA DE
PUBLICACIÓN: JUEVES, 16 DE ABRIL DE 2026
FECHA LÍMITE PARA COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS: LUNES, 18 DE MAYO DE 2026 – 4:00 P. M.
La Ciudad de Gadsden solicitará comentarios sobre la reasignación de fondos del programa de Subvenciones en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG, por sus siglas en inglés). La Ciudad propone reasignar un total de $146,222.18 en fondos CDBG no gastados, provenientes de las siguientes partidas: Rehabilitación de Viviendas ($112,603.55); Administración y Planificación ($27,191.33); Breakaway Ministries ($2,921.50); y el Banco de Alimentos de Etowah ($3,505.80). Los fondos CDBG se reasignarán a las siguientes actividades elegibles: Mejoras en Calles e Infraestructura ($139,794.88); el Centro James M. Barrie ($3,213.65); y el Centro para el Éxito Familiar ($3,213.65). El periodo de comentarios públicos estará abierto desde el jueves 16 de abril de 2026 hasta el lunes 18 de mayo de 2026. La Ciudad de Gadsden celebrará una Reunión Pública de Revisión para solicitar comentarios sobre la reasignación de los fondos de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario; dicha reunión tendrá lugar en las instalaciones de la Ciudad de Gadsden, ubicadas en 90 Broad Street, Gadsden, AL 35901, a las 10:00 a. m. del jueves 23 de abril de 2026.
Aquellos que deseen formular comentarios sobre la reasignación de los fondos CDBG pueden enviar un correo electrónico al Departamento de Desarrollo Comunitario de la Ciudad a la dirección areaves@cityofgadsden.com, o enviar correspondencia por escrito al Departamento de Desarrollo Comunitario de la Ciudad de Gadsden a la dirección indicada anteriormente, hasta el jueves 18 de mayo de 2026. La tabla que figura a continuación detalla los proyectos correspondientes a los fondos reasignados, así como las propuestas de proyectos para la reasignación de dichos fondos con miras a su rápida implementación en el marco del programa CDBG.
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2024 -Transferencia propuesta desde: Fondo Rotatorio de Préstamos para la Rehabilitación – Cambio propuesto – $ (112,603.55)
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2024 – Transferencia propuesta desde: Administración y planificación del CDBG – Cambio propuesto- $ (27,191.33)
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2025 – Transferencia propuesta desde: Breakaway Ministries Public Services – Cambio propuesto – $ (2,921.50)
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2025 – Transferencia propuesta desde: Etowah Food Bank – Public Services – Cambio propuesto – $(3,505.80)
Total Reallocated Funds – $(146,222.18)
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2024 – Fondos propuestos para reasignar a: Mejoras en calles e infraestructuras – Cambio propuesto – $139,794.88
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2025 – Fondos propuestos para reasignar a: James M Barrie Center Public Services – Cambio propuesto – $ 3,213.65
CONCEDER
CDBG – Año del programa – 2025 – Fondos propuestos para reasignar a: Family Success Center Public Services – Cambio propuesto – $ 3,213.65
Total Reallocated Funds – $146,222.18
No se producirá ningún desplazamiento como resultado de las actividades aquí descritas. En caso de que ocurra un desplazamiento, la Ciudad de Gadsden implementará las disposiciones exigidas por el CFR 570.606 (Asistencia Residencial contra el Desplazamiento y para la Reubicación). La Ciudad de Gadsden no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad en la admisión, el acceso, el trato o el empleo relacionados con los programas y actividades aquí descritos. Hay un intérprete disponible, previa solicitud, para asistir a las personas con dominio limitado del inglés. Cualquier solicitud de adaptación razonable que un individuo requiera para participar plenamente en las reuniones, programas o actividades abiertos de la Oficina del CDBG de la Ciudad de Gadsden puede realizarse llamando al 256-549-4537 o enviando un correo electrónico a areaves@cityofgadsden.com.
10 de abril de 2026
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LEGAL ZONING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that on April 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the City of Gadsden will hold a regularly scheduled public hearing in the Council Chamber at City Hall, First Floor, 90 Broad Street to give all persons who desire an opportunity to be heard, in opposition to or in favor of, the following requests:
“A request to rezone the following described properties from TR, Traditional Residential District to NC, Neighborhood Central. (Property address being 1016 Forrest Avenue).
Lot 4, 6, 7 and 9 in Block 5 of Gadsden Land and Improvement Addition to Gadsden, according to t he plat thereof recorded in Plat Book “A”, Page 23 in the Probate Office of Etowah County, Alabama.
Final Plat for a proposed Re-Division of property described below: (Property address being 2839 Cambron Street and Central Avenue).
Lots 72 and 73, in Block 2, in Meadow Grove Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book “C”, Page 395, in the Probate Office of Etowah County, Alabama.
Lots, 1, 4, and 5, in block 1, in the Meadow Grove Subdivision, Gadsden, according to the map on plat thereof made by T.L. Simmons, surveyor , on 20th of July, 1944 as the same appears of record in the offices of the judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.
And also, Lots numbered 2 and 3 in block 1 in Meadow Grove Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book “C”, Page 395, in the Probate Office of Etowah County, Alabama. and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.
April 10, 2026
