The 13th annual Randolph County Sheriff’s PCA Rodeo will be Friday and Saturday, July 1-2, at 7:30 p.m. on U.S. 431, just north of Wedowee Building Supplies. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance at Randolph County Sheriff’s Office. Fireworks will follow the rodeo.
A single-vehicle crash at 12:55 a.m. Friday claimed the life of a Heflin teen. Dalton Thomas Burke, 15, was killed when the 1999 GMC Jimmy he was driving left the roadway and struck a tree. He was not wearing a seatbelt and was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred on Randolph County 233,…
In last week’s Randolph County Economic Development Authority meeting board members extensively discussed a possible industry prospect in a lengthy executive session. When they came out of the session board member Bob Siverson made a motion, seconded by Mary Ammons, to use the funds previously approved for a topographic survey for a geotechnical study. Board…
While football annually reclaims its throne as the king of high school sports from July through November, basketball is the prince of June. Three county teams – Wadley, Woodland and RCHS – got their final summer tune-ups on the hardcourt Friday before turning their full attention to the gridiron as Wadley hosted a day-long basketball…
Following the workshop meeting on Thursday, Randolph County Commission heard a presentation from William “Buddy” Golson and Larry Latimer of Rosser International. They explained that Rosser has a justice division that does only jails and prisons. They are honed in on that perspective and know what the requirements are. They have designed 800 criminal justice…
Two local dispatchers were recognized by Chief Joel Richards for their role in handling a call from Carrollton (Georgia) Police Department. Earlier this month, the Carrollton 911 center received a call about a possible suicide threat made from a Randolph County resident to a family member in Carrollton’s jurisdiction. Contact was lost after the suicidal…
The cost of Blue Cross Blue Shield health and dental insurance for employees is increasing, Mayor Mike Fisher said at Monday night’s meeting of the Roanoke City Council. He told employees in the department head meeting but cannot release any figures right now. They will talk about it in a workshop meeting. He gave one…
The deadline for submitting news and advertising for next week’s Randolph Leader will be Tuesday, July 5 at 10 a.m. Nothing can be accepted for next week’s paper after that time. The deadline for subsequent issues will be at 5 p.m. on Monday. The Leader will close Monday, July 4 for the holiday.
Despite an extremely wet winter season, the dry conditions that developed this spring have reduced the flows in rivers and streams that feed Alabama Power’s reservoirs. Summer heat and evaporation are also contributing to the reduced flows. In response to these conditions, Alabama Power has minimized water releases from its hydroelectric dams. In addition, recreational…
Across Alabama, families and friends will gather to celebrate Independence Day with parades, parties and fireworks. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reminds Alabamians safety is important when traveling Alabama roadways or waterways, and when celebrations involve fireworks. “Safety is always a priority, particularly as Independence Day weekend festivities may involve alcohol and may result…
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed on August 24, 2012 by Monica Brown, a married woman, John Brown, originally in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Coldwell Banker Mortgage, and recorded in Mort Book 576 at Page…
ORDINANCE 2016-05-01 ” AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, ALABAMA TO EXEMPT CERTAIN COVERED ITEMS FROM THE MUNICIPAL SALES AND USE TAX DURING THE FIRST FULL WEEKEND OF AUGUST 2016, AS AUTHORIZED BY ACT 2006-574, GENERALLY REFERRED TO AS THE STATE SALES TAX HOLIDAY LEGISLATION.” BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE…
ORDINANCE 2016-04-01 “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, ALABAMA TO PROHIBIT THE DISCHARGING OF FIREARMS WITHING THE MUNICIPAL CITY LIMITS OF ROANOKE, ALABAMA. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, ALABAMA AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. It shall be unlawful for any person to maliciously fire or discharge or cause…
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF RANDOLPH Default having been made in the indebtedness secured by that certain mortgage executed by Jerry K. Gilliland A/K/A Jerry Keith Gilliland Husband And Shelly A. Gilliland A/K/A Shelly Ann Gilliland Wife to U.S. Bank N.A. dated August 31, 2007; said mortgage being recorded in…
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF RANDOLPH COUNTY, ALABAMA IN RE: WINIFRED MCCARD, DECEASED NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS Letters Testamentary on the estate of Winifred McCard, deceased, having been granted to the undersigned on the 22nd day of June, 2016, by the Judge of Probate of said County, notice is hereby given that all persons having…
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF RANDOLPH COUNTY, ALABAMA IN RE: MARY JOY HARRIS, DECEASED ADMINISTRATRIX’S NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS Letters of Administration on the Estate of Mary Joy Harris, deceased, having been granted to Mary McDaniel on the 22nd day of June, 2016, by the Honorable Judge of Probate of said County, notice is hereby…
NOTICE OF SALE The following items have been abandoned at Ray Benefield Garage, 95 Buford Adamson Rd., Wedowee, AL and will be sold on July 15, 2016 at the same address. Husqvarna 100413C004609 Husqvarna 100413C004602 Husqvarna Weedeater 55FX Husqvarna Power Saw 372XD Husqvarna Power Saw 327P4 Husqvarna 580 BT Back Pack Blower 6×10 ft. trailer…
NOTICE OF ELECTION OF MUNICIPAL OFFICERS Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, an election for the purpose of electing a Mayor and City Council for Districts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and the other officers as pursuant to duly enacted law or ordinance, or any or all of the officers,…
STATE OF ALABAMA RANDOLPH COUNTY NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HANSARD GAY ROBERTSON JR., DECEASED Letters of Administration with Will Annexed on the estate of Hansard Gay Robertson Jr., deceased, having been granted to the undersigned on the 21st day of June, 2016, by the Judge of Probate of…
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF RANDOLPH COUNTY, ALABAMA IN RE: PATRICIA ANN HULL, DECEASED NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS Letters Testamentary on the estate of Patricia Ann Hull, deceased, having been granted to the undersigned on the 24th day of June, 2016, by the Judge of Probate of said County, notice is hereby given that all…