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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 quarterquarter 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 except 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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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 Brandon V Smith, single, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for AmeriSave Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns dated June 22, 2021; said mortgage being recorded on July 29, 2021 as Instrument No. 3525015 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to AmeriSave Mortgage Corporation by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2026, Page 3606687 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama.

The undersigned, AmeriSave Mortgage Corporation, 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 13, 2026 the following property, situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:

Lots numbers 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39, 41 and 43, Block 2, of the Marker Subdivision, as shown by map or plat thereof recorded in Plat Book “D”, Page 113, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama.

Said property is commonly known as 406 Glenport Ave, Gadsden, AL 35905.

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.

AMERISAVE MORTGAGE CORPORATION

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. 26-08228AL

www.foreclosurehotline.net

The Messenger

04/17/2026,04/24/2026,05/01/2026

26-08228AL

April 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Sawyer P Smith and Kaitlyn Treasure Smith, Husband And Wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Mortgagee, as nominee for Acopia, LLC, its successors and assigns , on April 20, 2023, said mortgage being recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama, on April 20, 2023, as Document Number 3556600. Freedom Mortgage Corporation, 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 June 4, 2026, during the legal hours of sale, the following described real estate, situated in Etowah County, Alabama, to-wit:

Lot Number Thirteen (13), Block Three (3) of County Club Estates, as recorded in Plat Book “F”, Page 125, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama.

More commonly known as: 312 Claremont Drive, Gadsden, AL 35901

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.

Freedom Mortgage Corporation (“Transferee”)

Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C.

244 Inverness Center Drive

Birmingham, AL 35242

Phone: (801) 355-2886

April 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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SHERIFF’S SALE

UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of a judgment and execution issued by the Small Claims Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, on the 23rd day of April, 2024, against Kandi Black aka Kandi Lee Hill, directed the Sheriff of Etowah County to sale fifty (50) percent of the interest of listed property for judgment amount.

I will proceed to sell Ms. Black’s UNDIVIDED INTEREST of the following property to wit:

H/S BASE YEAR -COM INT N LN NW % SW % & E ROW OF KALYN DR TH SW 375S

ALONG ROW TO POB TH SW 225.33 ALONG ROW TH SE 280 TH NW 225.33 TH NW 280 TO POB LYING IN NW % SW % 19-12-8 D-2002-2626, D-2018-3468975, D- 2019-3479601, D-2019-3481869

PPIN 82751 PARCEL 13-04-19-0-001-050.041

ADDRESS: 44 KALYN DRIVE, HOKES BLUFF, ALABAMA

Therefore, according to said command, I shall expose for sale at public auction, right, title and UNDIVIDED INTEREST of Kandi Black aka Kandi Lee Hill in above described property.

Property will be sold to highest bidder for cash at public outcry. All properties sold subject to any and/or all mortgages, liens, encumbrances, fees and other lawful charges. Purchaser will be responsible for any and/or all of these fees and charges. Please note sale will be for 50% of interest in property. Sale will be held Monday May 4, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at the rear door of the Etowah County Courthouse

Jonathon W. Horton,

Etowah County Sheriff

April 17, 24, May 1, 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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FILE CLAIMS

Jeffrey Tritt was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/13/2026 to the Estate of Jean Marie Tritt, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Lisa Puckett was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 04/01/2026 to the Estate of Betty Jo Puckett, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Sherree M. Weathers was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/09/2026 to the Estate of Lucille Marbury, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Julie Tennyson was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/25/2026 to the Estate of bobby Wall Hayes, Sr., 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Michael Myrick was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 02/28/2026 to the Estate of Nita Myrick, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Jackie Howard Hughes and Georgia Howard was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/25/2026 to the Estate of Faye Lowery Howard, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Rickie Lamar Miller was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/20/2026 to the Estate of Sylvia Miller Lowery, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Amanda Bradley was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/18/2026 to the Estate of Jimmy Wyatt Bigbee, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Harold Weaver and Daryl Weaver was/were appointed Co-Personal Representative(s) on 03/12/2026 to the Estate of Jerry Weaver, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Jacky E. Brewer was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/12/2026 over the Estate of Patricia Brewer, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

LaShon Self and Amber Kristen Bobo was/were appointed Co-Personal Representative(s) on 03/16/2026 to the Estate of Alenka Lankford Smith, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Robert Wayne Goble was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/06/2026 to the Estate of Pamela Sue Gobble, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 2026

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FILE CLAIMS

Rickie Lamar Miller was/were appointed Personal Representative(s) on 03/20/2026 to the Estate of Sylvia Miller Lowery, 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 17, 24, and May 1, 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 NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA

THE ESTATE OF: PATTERSON, JIMMY ARTHUR DECEASED.

You will take notice that a Petition for Disposition of Remains filed by London Pearce, for the disposition of the remains of Jimmy Arthur Patterson, who passed from this life and stepped into eternity on the 23rd day of February, 2026, is set to be heard on the 22nd day of April, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., alleging that there are no known next of kin to take custody of the remains of the Decedent.

Please be advised that should you intend to contest this matter or desire to take custody of the remains of the Decedent of the proper disposition, you must file a written response within two (2) days of the last publication herein with the Clerk of the Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama, Courthouse, 800 Forrest Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35901.

DONE THIS THE 14th DAY OF April, 2026.

Scott W. Hassell

Judge of Probate

April 17, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA

THE ESTATE OF: JONES, KATHY DECEASED.

You will take notice that a Petition for Disposition of Remains filed by London Pearce, for the disposition of the remains of Kathy Jones, who passed from this life and stepped into eternity on the 12th day of March, 2026, is set to be heard on the 22nd day of April, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., alleging that there are no known next of kin to take custody of the remains of the Decedent.

Please be advised that should you intend to contest this matter or desire to take custody of the remains of the Decedent of the proper disposition, you must file a written response within two (2) days of the last publication herein with the Clerk of the Probate Court of Etowah County, Alabama, Courthouse, 800 Forrest Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35901.

DONE THIS THE 14th DAY OF April, 2026.

Scott W. Hassell

Judge of Probate

April 17, 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 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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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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ORDINANCE NO. O-06-26

Amending Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, that Ordinance No. O-21-25   (Fiscal Year 2026 Budget) is further amended by transferring $17,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund Balance to account #124-85-8500-420-424330 (Non-Cap Equipment). The funds will be used to purchase:

Five (5) Trek Marlin E Bikes

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.

Iva Nelson, City Clerk

April 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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LEGAL NOTICE

The following units will be disposed of on April 25, 2026, on the premises of Attalla Self Storage located at Attalla Self Storage 704 Jones St SE, Attalla, AL 35954

Cristi M. Burr – Unit A3

Attalla Self Storage

704 Jones St SE

Attalla, AL 35954

April 17 and 24, 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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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION OF ABANDONED VEHICLE

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:

2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA – VIN: 2G1WT58K381352079

2006 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER – VIN: 1GNDT13S862261909

2005 DODGE DURANGO  – VIN: 1D4HD58N65F513975

The public auction will be held at Kelton Wrecker LLC located at 1625 Forrest Ave Gadsden AL 35901 at 8:00 AM on 05/30/2026. 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 17 and 24, 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 06/12/2026 at 8:00 am.

2009 Jeep Patriot

VIN:1J4FF28B39D243246

Tommy Tows

1912 3rd Street

Attalla, AL. 35954

(256) 490-3715

April 17 and 24, 2026

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-316-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

Whereas, the Building Official has determined that a structure located at

414 HENRY STREET in District 3 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

The East Ninety (90) feet of lot Number One (1) in Block Number Three (3) of the Riley Addition to Gadsden, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book “HH”, Page 555, in the Probate Office, and being situated in the City of Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, together with all improvements located thereon.

TAX PARCEL ID: 15-02-04-2-000-316.000

PIN# 33504

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the City Code, notice of a public hearing has been given to Estate of BRAY WILLIAMS AND VIRGINIA WILLIAMS C/O BOBBIE A. LANE,  4 AR-BORETUM DRIVE E,  LOMBARD, ILLINOIS 60148, 414 HENRY STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA  35901-3134, with potential heirs, BOBBIE A. LANE, 4 ARBORETUM DRIVE E., LOMBARD, ILLINOIS 60148, BRAY WILLIAMS, JR., 227 SAMMY CIRCLE, GRIF-FIN, GEORGIA, 30223 AND CLARENCE R. WILLIAMS, 518 JOESPH T. ROBINSON STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35901. 

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the structure constitutes a nuisance in violation of the City Code and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing or re-pairing said structure and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the City Code.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                   

Iva Nelson, City Clerk        

April 17, 2026       

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-317-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

Whereas, the Building Official has determined that a structure located at 47 W. TUSCALOOSA AVENUE in District 7 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly de-scribed as:

Lot Number Twenty (20), Parcel Number Two (2), as shown on map of property of Cone Mills Corporation, Dwight Division, recorded in Plat Book “F”, pages 51-65, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama and ly-ing and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.

TAX PARCEL ID: 09-07-36-4-000-028.000

PIN# 10517

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the City Code, notice of a public hearing has been given to GUNVANT PATKAR, 821 RANSOME DRIVE, ONEONTA, ALABAMA  35121-2443, 47 W. TUSCALOOSA AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA  35904.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the structure constitutes a nuisance in violation of the City Code and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing or repairing said structure and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the City Code.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                         

Iva Nelson, City Clerk     

April 17, 2026                                       

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-318-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                      

located at 916 S. 12TH STREET in District 5 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly de-scribed as:

LT 5 BLK 6 WOODLAWN ADD PLAT A-15 GADSDEN 8-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-03-08-1-000-077.000

PIN# 39909

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to JEFFREY WRIGHT, 925 S. 12TH STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35901-3808.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.                               

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                 

Iva Nelson, City Clerk     

April 17, 2026

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-319-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 1811 EMANUEL AVENUE in District 5 in the City of Gadsden, more

particularly described as:

LTS 78-81 BLK 2 MEADOWGROVE SUB PLAT C-395 7-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-03-07-3-000-241.000

PIN# 39280

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to CHRISTY OLIVE as custodian for LANDON KEITH SHANEYFELT (minor) & BRENTLEIGH MARIE SHANEYFELT (minor), 1811 EMANUEL AVE-NUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904-4556, 1811 EMANUEL STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904, KEDRICK THOMAS, 1811 EMANUEL STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.  Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                    

Iva Nelson, City Clerk    

April 17, 2024    

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-320-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

Whereas, the Building Official has determined that a structure located at

311 7TH STREET NORTH (ACCESSORY BUILDING) in District 2 in the City of Gads-den, more particularly described as:

Lot Number 3 and a strip of land of even width, being 25.6 feet in width, off the Southwest side of Lot No. 2, all being in Block “G” of the Bonnie Nowlin Subdivision, according to the plat or map thereof as the same ap-pears of record in Plat Book “D”, Page 41, Probate Office, and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.

Tax ID#: 15-01-11-2-000-022.000

PIN# 30650

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the City Code, notice of a public hearing has been given to TOMMY DURAN MOORE AND WIFE, PATRICIA MAE MOORE, 1323 AL HIGHWAY 204, WELLINGTON, ALABAMA 36279-5084, 311 7TH STREET NORTH, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35903.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the structure constitutes a nuisance in violation of the City Code and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing or repairing said structure and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the City Code.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                         

Iva Nelson, City Clerk         

April 17, 2026                   

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-321-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                      

Whereas, the Building Official has determined that a structure located at

401 MADISON CIRCLE (ACCESSORY BUILDING) in District 6 in the City of Gadsden, more par-ticularly described as:

Lot Number Fifteen (15) in Block Number Four (4) in Woodland Park, according to the map thereof recorded in Plat Book E, Page 105, Probate Office, Etowah County, Alabama.

Tax Parcel ID:  16-01-01-3-000-352.000

PIN #: 50088

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the City Code, notice of a public hearing has been given to   RA-CHEL SHEREE NESBITT, a minor, 1506 MULBERRY STREET, ATTALLA, ALABAMA 35951, 401 MADISON CIRCLE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904. 

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADS-DEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the structure constitutes a nuisance in violation of the City Code and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing or repairing said structure and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the City Code.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                         

Iva Nelson, City Clerk   

April 17, 2026

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-322-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

Whereas, the Building Official has determined that a structure located at

2108 NORRIS AVENUE in District 6 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

Lot Number Five (5) in Block Number One (1) in the Oak Park Addition, according to the map thereof recorded in Plat Book “B”, Pages 200 and 201, Probate Office, and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.

Less and Except: A lot or parcel of land described as beginning at the Southeast corner of Lot Number 5 and from thence running in a Westerly direction and along the South line of said lot a distance of 45 feet to a point; thence in a Northerly direction, parallel with the East line of said lot, a distance of 60 feet to a point; thence in an Easterly direction, parallel with the South line of said lot a distance of 45 feet to a point in the East line thereof; thence in a Southerly direction and along the East line of said lot a distance of 60 feet to the point of beginning, and embracing what is commonly known as the South sixty (60) feet of the East Forty-Five (45) feet of Lot Number Five (5), in Block Number One (1) in Oak Park Addition, according to the map thereof as record-ed in Plat Book “B”, Pages 200 and 201, Probate Office, Etowah County, and lying and being in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama, together with all improvements located thereon.

Tax Parcel ID:  15-03-06-4-000-004.000

PIN #: 38268

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the City Code, notice of a public hearing has been given to PLEAS-ANT TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST, 2108 NORRIS AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904, SMYRNA TEMPLE UNITED CHURCH OF GOD 2108 NORRIS AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904.   

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADS-DEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the structure constitutes a nuisance in violation of the City Code and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing or repairing said structure and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the City Code.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.

Iva Nelson, City Clerk   

April 17, 2026

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-323-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

Whereas, the Building Official has determined that a structure located at

2816 PATTON STREET in District 6 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

Lot Thirteen (13) in Block Five (5) of the Moore and Hopson South Highlands Subdivision to Gadsden as recorded in Plat Book “B”, at Page 81, in the office of the Judge of Probate of Etowah County, Alabama, and being and lying in Gadsden, Etowah County, Alabama.

Tax Parcel ID:  15-03-07-3-000-021.000

PIN #: 39087

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the City Code, notice of a public hearing has been given to RITA LYNN SMITH TONEY, 2095 BROUGHTON SPRING ROAD, SOUTHSIDE, ALABAMA 35907, ESTATE OF KEITH PITMAN TONEY with BEVERLY TONEY KEMP as the AD-MINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE, 4831 TABOR ROAD, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the structure constitutes a nuisance in violation of the City Code and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing or repairing said structure and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the City Code.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                           

Iva Nelson, City Clerk   

April 17, 2026

______________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-324-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 1007 N. 9TH STREET in District 3 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly de-scribed as:

LT 23 BLK 31 THORNTON ADD PLAT B-334 GADSDEN 33-11-6

Tax ID#: 10-08-33-3-000-155.000

PIN# 16766

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to DARIAN MAHONE, 1327 5TH STREET N.W., ATTALLA, ALABAMA 35954.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                 

Iva Nelson, City Clerk      

April 17, 2026

___________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-325-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 515 ALLEN STREET (County records list property address as 515 Allan Street) in District 1 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

LTS 8 & 9 BLK H MILLER HGLDS D-31 EAST GADSDEN 14-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-06-14-3-000-081.000

PIN# 44253

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to F&L PROPERTIES, LLC, 1824 APPALACHIAN HIGHWAY, HOKES BLUFF, ALABAMA 35903

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                               

Iva Nelson, City Clerk      

April 17, 2026

___________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-326-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 1004 AVENUE D in District 3 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly de-scribed as:

LT 7 BLK 5 COOSA LAND CO N 10TH ST ADD PLAT B-373 GADSDEN 33-11-6

Tax ID#: 10-08-33-3-000-348.000

PIN# 16979

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to F & L PROPERTIES, LLC, 1824 APPALACHIAN HIGHWAY, HOKES BLUFF, ALABAMA 35901.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                  

Iva Nelson, City Clerk         

April 17, 2026   

_____________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-327-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 105 N. BURNS STREET in District 6 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

S 50 LT 16 BLK 24 ALFORDS 2ND ADD PLAT A-310 6-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-03-06-1-000-202.000

PIN# 37764

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to REGINA ANNETTE HESTER, 105 N. BURNS STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35904-2001.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                              

Iva Nelson, City Clerk 

April 17, 2026        

______________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-328-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 2530 DUBLIN STREET in District 2 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

LT 1 BLK P OAKLEIGH EST PLAT G-55 GADSDEN 25-11-6

Tax ID#: 10-07-25-2-000-224.000

PIN# 14263

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given LAWRENCE S. SCOTT, 2530 DUBLIN STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35901.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                  

Iva Nelson, City Clerk   

April 17, 2026 

_____________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-329-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 3306 GEORGIA AVENUE in District 6 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

LT 13 BLK 10 WALNUT PARK ADD PLAT B-117 1-12-5

Tax ID#: 16-01-01-4-000-063.000

PIN# 50260

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to JIMMIE R. COLLEY, 3306 GEORGIA AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALA-BAMA 35904-2202.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                               

Iva Nelson, City Clerk   

April 17, 2026

___________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-330-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 511 GRADY STREET in District 6 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

LT 3 BLK 20 WALNUT PARK ADD PLAT B-117 1-12-5

Tax ID#: 16-01-01-4-000-351.000

PIN# 50570

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to STEPHEN & wf HEATHER ANGLIN, 511 GRADY STREET, GADS-DEN, ALA-BAMA 35904.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                    

Iva Nelson, City Clerk 

April 17, 2026     

__________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-331-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 1209 GRANT AVENUE in District 2 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

LT 3 BLK 43 GARDEN CITY SUB #2 PLAT C-410 GADSDEN 11-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-01-11-3-000-132.000

PIN# 31000

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to MARGARET A & HUSB DANNY J AMOS, 1209 GRANT AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35903

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                

Iva Nelson, City Clerk     

April 17, 2026       

_____________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-332-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 511 GREENWOOD AVENUE in District 1 in the City of Gadsden, more par-ticularly described as:

LTS 20-22 BLK 9 ROLLING GREEN PARK ADD PLAT C-239 GADSDEN 14-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-06-14-3-000-108.002

PIN# 64550

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to JAMES D. AARON JR., 511 GREENWOOD AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35903-3257

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                      

Iva Nelson, City Clerk       

April 17, 2026

_____________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-333-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 1826 HALL STREET in District 5 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly de-scribed as:

LT 130’ X 163.5’ X 156’ X 159’ 165’(S) BEING PT OF LT 20 BLK B GADS-DEN REALTY CO SUB PLAT C-171 17-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-04-17-0-001-071.000

PIN# 40479

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to NICKY DEAN & wf JANICE L GREENHAW, 399 MACHEN ROAD, ASHVILLE, ALABAMA 35953.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                    

Iva Nelson, City Clerk      

April 17, 2026

_____________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-334-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 1142 LITCHFIELD AVENUE  in District 1 in the City of Gadsden, more par-ticularly described as:

LT 29 BLK 45 GARDEN CITY SUB #2 PLAT C-411 GADSDEN 11-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-01-11-4-000-207.000

PIN# 31693

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to JERRY HUNT, 1142 LITCHFIELD AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35903

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                 

Iva Nelson, City Clerk        

April 17, 2026

_____________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-335-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 911 MARYLAND AVENUE  in District 2 in the City of Gadsden, more par-ticularly described as:

LTS 5-6 BLK 8 GOODYEAR PARK SUB PLAT C 84-85 GADSDEN SEC 12 TWP 12S R 6E

Tax ID#: 15-01-12-2-000-029.000

PIN# 32043

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to JESSIE M. ROGERS, 911 MARYLAND AVENUE, GADSDEN, ALA-BAMA 35903-2011

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                                 

Iva Nelson, City Clerk        

April 17, 2026 

_________________

RESOLUTION

NO. R-336-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 234 RUSSELL STREET  in District 1 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

NW COR LT 45 BLK E MAYFAIR EST PLAT C-273 TH E 36.53 ALONG S ROW OF RUSSELL ST TO POB TH E 65.47 ALONG ROW TH S 200 TH W 51 TH N 142.83 TH NW 59.01 TO POB BEING PT LT 1 & PT LT 45 BLK E MAYFAIR EST PLAT C-273 GADSDEN 24-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-06-24-1-000-092.000

PIN# 45183

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to DOMINGO HERNANDEZ, 302 WORSWORTH TERRACE, SALIS-BURY, MARYLAND 21801

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                              

Iva Nelson, City Clerk      

April 17, 2026 

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-337-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 738 SUNNYVALE DRIVE in District 3 in the City of Gadsden, more particu-larly described as:

LT 8 BLK 2 MOUNTAIN BROOK ADD PLAT D-199 GADSDEN SEC 33 TWP 11S R 6E

Tax ID#: 10-08-33-3-000-285.000

PIN# 16912

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given WILMA MCRATH, 738 SUNNYVALE DRIVE, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35901.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                    

Iva Nelson, City Clerk       

April 17, 2026

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RESOLUTION

NO. R-338-26

Ordering Abatement of Nuisance                                                                       

located at 630 TURRENTINE STREET in District 5 in the City of Gadsden, more particularly described as:

COM INT E ROW OF NEWTON ST & S ROW OF TURRENTINE ST TH NE 389 ALONG TURRENTINE ST TO POB TH NE 75 ALONG ROW TH SE 200.5 TH SW 75 TH NW 200.5 TO POB LYING IN SE1/4 NW1/4 GADSDEN 9-12-6

Tax ID#: 15-02-09-2-000-341.000

PIN# 35087

is a nuisance and ordered its abatement; and

Whereas, as required by the Code of Ordinances, notice of a public hearing has been given to THE WILLIAM O’DELL KIMBERLY TRUST, 510 TURRENTINE STREET, GADSDEN, ALABAMA 35901.

Now, Therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY   

OF GADSDEN, ALABAMA, as follows:

1. The Council finds that the property constitutes a nuisance in violation of the Code Ordinances and should be abated.

2. The Building Official is authorized to abate the nuisance by removing said nuisance and to give notice of this decision in accordance with the Code Ordinances.

Adopted by the City Council of Gadsden on April 7, 2026.                                                                                                                                               

Iva Nelson, City Clerk       

April 17, 2026

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