LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
Lewis General Contractors, Inc. hereby gives notice of completion of contract with the City of Demopolis for construction of Project No. TAPNU-TA24(936) in Marengo County.
This notice will appear for five consecutive weeks beginning August 26, 2026 and ending September 23, 2026.
All claims should be filed at 25 West Front Street, Thomasville, AL 36784 during this period.
Lewis General Contractors, Inc.
5TP/09.23.26
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LEGAL NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received at Rooster Hall by The City of Demopolis, 217 North Walnut Avenue, Demopolis Alabama, until, 2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, for the construction of Addition to Station One Demopolis Fire Department, Marengo County, Demopolis, Alabama.
At which time they will be publicly opened and read.
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS: Interested bidders must contact office of Architect anna@jjarch.design for pre qualification package. Documents will only be released upon receipt, review and approval of pre qualification package.
Available from the Architect/s office upon deposit of $150.00 per printed set, after deposit is received. For email documents in pdf format, no deposit is required.
The deposit is refundable in full on the first two (2) sets issued to each bidding prime contractor upon return of documents in reusable condition, within ten (10) days after bid opening.
Additional sets for bidding contractors and each trade contractor bidder, subcontractor, vendor, or dealer may be obtained upon payment of the same deposit; this deposit for either additional sets or sets to subcontractor, vendor, or dealer, will be refunded less the cost of printing, reproduction, handling and distribution, upon the return of the documents in reusable condition within ten (10) days after bid opening.
Failure of the prime bidding contractor to submit a bonafide bid will result in forfeiture of deposit, unless plans and specifications are received by the Architect at least ten (10) days prior to the Bid Opening Date.
Drawings and specifications may be examined Demopolis City Hall and by contacting the architect office at (256) 453.2041
BONDS: A certified check or bid bond payable to the City of Demopolis in an amount not less than five (5) percent of the amount of the bid, but not exceeding $10,000, must accompany the Bidder’s Proposal.
Performance and Statutory Labor and Materials Payment Bonds will be required at the signing of the Construction Contract.
A PRE-BID CONFERENCE to clarify the scope of work and answer Bidder’s questions is scheduled at the job site, Demopolis Fire Department Station one, at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 and is highly recommended for bidding Prime Contractors; strongly advised for major subcontractors expecting to present a bid for work on this project.
BIDS: Bids must be submitted on proposal forms or copies thereof furnished by the architect.
No bid will be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for the receipt, for a period of thirty (30) days.
The Owner reserves the right to reject bids if such action is determined by the Owner to be in the best interests of the Owner.
The three low bonafide Bidding Contractors will be required to submit a list of major subcontractors expected to perform the work, within twenty-four (24) hours of the receipt of Bids, in writing to the Architect.
Nonresident Bidding Contractors: Under Section 39-3-5, Code of Alabama, 1975, nonresident prime contractor bidders must accompany any written documents with the written opinion of an attorney licensed to practice law in such nonresident prime contractor bidders’ state of domicile as to the preferences, if any or none, granted by the law of the state to its own business entities whose principal places of business are in that state in the letting of any or all public contracts.
Resident prime contractors in Alabama, as defined in Section 39-2-12, are granted preference over nonresident prime contractors in the awarding of contracts in the same manner and to the same extent as provided by the laws of the state of domicile of the nonresident.
Sales & Use Tax Savings Arrangement: Materials incorporated into the Work are exempt from Sales and Use Tax pursuant to Alabama Act No. 2000-684 (effective October 1, 2000).
General Contractors and subcontractors interested in bidding this project are advised to contact the Sales, Use, and Business Tax Division of the Alabama Department of Revenue for information regarding required qualifications for exemption.
Ms. Sam Atkins, City Clerk, City of Demopolis, 211 North Walnut Avenue, Demopolis, Alabama 36732
Jay Jenkins Architecture LLC, 1154 Old Field Road, Jacksonville, Alabama 36265
(256) 453.2041
Publication Dates: The Leader September 2, 9, and 16, 2026
PROCEDURAL SCHEDULE:
Countywide/Statewide Advertisement: Marengo
Pre-Bid Conference: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 10:00 a.m., Central Time @ job site
OPENING OF BIDS: Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 2:00 p.m., Central Time, Rooster Hall, 217 North Walnut Avenue, Demopolis, Alabama.
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF THE ESTATE OF CHERRY ELIZABETH GLASS
Case 26 PC/A012
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION of said deceased having been granted to JAMES DARREN GLASS on the 27th day of August, 2026, by the Honorable LAURIE S. HALL, Judge of Probate of Marengo County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time and well by law or the same will be barred.
Heather Robertson Hill
Attorney for the Estate of Cherry Elizabeth Glass
published 9/2/26. 9/9/26; 9/16/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING/COMMENT PERIOD NOTICE
MARENGO COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Marengo County has updated its Solid Waste Management Plan in accordance with Code of Alabama Section 22-27-47. The Solid Waste Management Plan provides for the anticipated solid waste needs of Marengo County for the next ten years. The plan includes the summary and estimation of generation, collection, disposal, recycling, etc. of solid waste generated in Marengo County.
A public comment period will commence on September 1, 2026, and will extend through the close of business on October 13, 2026.
A Public Hearing will be held at the regular Marengo County Commission Meeting on October 13, 2026, at 101 E. Coats Ave., Linden, AL at 9:00 a.m. Interested persons may attend and comment at the meeting.
A copy of the plan may be reviewed at the office of the Marengo County Commission, 101 E. Coats Ave., Linden, AL between the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm Monday through Friday, or online at www.marengocountyal.com.
All comments should include a return address for response and should be submitted in writing to:
Marengo County Commission
Attention: Shannon Drake
P.O. Box 480715
Linden, AL 36748
Or by email at mccadmin@marengocountyal.com
published 9/16/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Adjustment of the City of Demopolis, AL, will hold a Public Hearing at 5:15 P.M. on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in Rooster Hall, 217 North Walnut Avenue.
In accordance with the Code of Alabama, the Board has received an appeal from Baker Donelson Law Firm regarding the Building Official Julius Rembert’s ruling on Section 510 of the Demopolis Zoning Ordinance, which sets the Standards for a Telecommunication Tower at 1608 US Highway 43 S, Demopolis, AL.
Reason Being: Section 510.4 of the Demopolis Zoning Ordinance requires tower structures to be set back at least their height from any nearby residential structure and property line. Section 510.5 limits freestanding towers to a maximum height of 200 feet.
The applicant is requesting Variances as follows: a 236-foot Variance for a 64-foot setback from the west property line, a 127-foot Variance for a 173-foot setback from the south property line, a 180-foot Variance for a 120-foot setback from an abandoned residential structure, and a 100-foot height Variance to permit construction of a 300-foot tower.
At the Public Hearing, all persons who desire shall have the opportunity to be heard in favor of, or in opposition to, these Variance requests.
Claudiette Jeffries
Recording Secretary
published 9/16; 9/23/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Adjustment of the City of Demopolis, AL, will hold a Public Hearing at 5:15 P.M. on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, in Rooster Hall, 217 North Walnut Avenue.
In accordance with the Code of Alabama, the Board has received an appeal from First Baptist Church regarding the Building Official Julius Rembert’s ruling on Section 501 of the Demopolis Zoning Ordinance, which sets the standards for accessory uses at 109 S. Strawberry Avenue, Demopolis, AL.
Reason Being: Section 501 of the Demopolis Zoning Ordinance permits accessory uses or structures only in rear yards. The applicant is requesting a Variance to allow an accessory playground in the side yard.
At the Public Hearing, all persons who desire shall have the opportunity to be heard in favor of, or in opposition to, this Variance request.
Claudiette Jeffries
Recording Secretary
published 9/16; 9/23/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF ALABAMA )
COUNTY OF MARENGO )
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made under the terms of that certain mortgage executed by Christopher O. Parker, an unmarried man, on the 27th day of October, 2017 to The Citizens Bank, Greensboro, Alabama, as Mortgagee, which said mortgage is recorded in the Probate Office of Marengo County, Alabama, in Mortgage Book 2017, at Page 623, and by reason of such default, having declared all of the indebtedness secured by said mortgage due and payable, and such default continuing, notice is hereby given that, acting under the power of sale contained in said mortgage, The Citizens Bank will sell at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, before the main entrance of the Courthouse in the City of Linden, Marengo County, Alabama, at noon or otherwise during the legal hours of sale on October 7, 2026, the following described real estate situated in Marengo County, Alabama, to-wit:
A Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 29, Township 18 North, Range 3 East, Marengo County, Alabama, and being more particularly described as follows:
Commence at an axle found at the southwest corner of said Section 29; thence run North 89 degrees, 43 minutes, 20 seconds East and along the south line of said Section 29, for a distance of 208.70 feet to a calculated point that falls in an existing fence corner; thence run North 89 degrees, 41 minutes, 12 seconds East, 292.03 feet to a capped rebar set at the Point of Beginning; thence continue North 89 degrees, 41 minutes, 12 seconds East, 267.83 feet to a 3/8 inch iron pipe found on the west right of way of U.S. Highway No. 43, said right of way being measured 60 feet from centerline; thence run North 40 degrees, 18 minutes, 29 seconds West and along said west right of way 261.00 feet to a capped rebar set; thence run North 88 degrees, 59 minutes, 18 seconds West, 103.60 feet to a capped rebar set; thence run South 01 degrees, 18 minutes, 06 seconds East, 202.38 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Above Parcel subject to the following described access easement:
An access easement being a part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 29, Township 18 North, Range 3 East and being more particularly described as follows:
Commence at an axle found at the southwest corner of said Section 29; thence run North 89 degrees, 43 minutes, 20 seconds East and along the south line of said Section 29 for a distance of 208.70 feet to a calculated point that falls in an existing fence corner; thence run North 00 degrees, 43 minutes, 22 seconds West, 290.06 feet to a capped rebar set; thence run South 88 degrees, 59 minutes, 18 seconds East 290.11 feet to a capped rebar set at the Point of Beginning of said access easement; thence continue South 88 degrees, 59 minutes, 18 seconds East 103.60 feet to a capped rebar set on the west right of way of Alabama Highway No. 43, said right of way being measured 60 feet from centerline; thence run South 40 degrees, 18 minutes, 29 seconds East and along said west right of way for a distance of 39.54 feet; thence run North 88 degrees, 59 minutes, 18 seconds East 128.76 feet; thence run North 01 degrees, 18 minutes, 06 seconds West, 30.02 feet to the Point of Beginning
For informational purposes only the street address for the above referenced property is believed to be 1704 Highway 43 South, Demopolis, AL 36732, which is not a part of the legal description and in the event of any discrepancy the legal description described in this notice shall control.
Together with the hereditaments and appurtenances thereunto belonging and all fixtures now attached to and used in connection with the premises herein described.
Said sale will be subject to the right of way easements and restrictions of record in the Probate Office of Marengo County, Alabama, outstanding property taxes, and existing special assessments, if any, which might adversely affect the title to subject property.
Said property will be sold on an “As Is, Where Is” basis without warranty or recourse, express or implied as to title, use and/or enjoyment.
Neither the Mortgagee, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of the Mortgagee make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property offered for sale.
Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition, including those suggested by Code of Ala. (1975) §35-4-271, are expressly disclaimed.
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 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 said mortgage.
The successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Fifteen Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($15,000.00) in certified funds made payable to Reynolds, Reynolds & Little, LLC at the time and place of the sale.
The balance of the purchase price must be paid in certified funds or by wire transfer by 5:00 p.m. the next business day at the Law Office of Reynolds, Reynolds & Little, LLC at the address indicated below unless prior to said sale Reynolds, Reynolds & Little, LLC has agreed to a later date or closing location.
The Mortgagee reserves 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.
The failure of any high bidder to pay the purchase price and close this sale shall, at the option of Mortgagee, be cause for rejection of the bid, and if the bid is rejected, Mortgagee shall have the option of making the sale to the next highest bidder who is able, capable and willing to comply with the terms thereof.
This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.
THIS IS AN ACTION TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THIS PURPOSE.
The Citizens Bank
Mortgagee
Ryan R. Hendley
REYNOLDS, REYNOLDS & LITTLE, LLC
Attorneys for Mortgagee
2115 11th Street
Post Office Box 2863
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35403-2863
Telephone: 205-391-0073
File No. 90.0030
Publication Dates: September 16, 23, & 30, 2026
published 9/16; 9/23; 9/30/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF MARENGO
Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Keiarra B Bowden, Tommy Bowden to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Rocket Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns dated November 21, 2024; said mortgage being recorded on November 27, 2024 in Deed Book 2024, Page 2897 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Marengo County, Alabama.
Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to Rocket Mortgage, LLC FKA Quicken Loans, LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book 2025, Page 1584 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Marengo County, Alabama.
The undersigned, Rocket Mortgage, LLC FKA Quicken Loans, LLC, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Marengo County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on October 27, 2026 the following property, situated in Marengo County, Alabama, towit:
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE TOWIT:
A PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 18 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCE AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID QUARTER, THENCE RUN NORTH 86 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 08 SECONDS EAST AND ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER 798.23 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE RUN NORTH 20 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 385.02 FEET TO A CAPPED REBAR SET AT THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 20 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 100.00 FEET, THENCE RUN SOUTH 71 DEGREES 26 MINUTES 28 SECONDS WEST 150.95 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY OF ESTELLE DRIVE SAID RIGHT OF WAY BEING MEASURED 25 FEET FROM CENTERLINE; THENCE RUN SOUTH 20 DEGREES 30 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST AND ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY 103.80 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTH 70 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 150.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL CONTAINING 0.35 ACRE, MORE OR LESS.
Said property is commonly known as 1711 Estelle Dr, Demopolis, AL 36732-4254.
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.
ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC FKA QUICKEN LOANS, LLC
as holder of said mortgage
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
505 20th Street N, Suite 1775
Birmingham, AL 35203
Telephone: (205) 216-4238
FT21@mccalla.com
File No. 25-07630AL
www.foreclosurehotline.net
The Leader
09/16/2026,09/23/2026,09/30/2026
25-07630AL
published 9/16; 9/23; 9/30/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATE OF ELAINE F. CLARK
Case #26PC/W011
Letters Testamentary upon the Estate of said Decedent having been granted to the undersigned upon the Estate of said Decedent on September 9th, 2026, notice is given that all persons having claims against said Estate shall file same, duly sworn to, in the Probate Court of MARENGO County within the time allowed by law, or else same will be forever barred.
Kenneth Clark
Executor
Thomas H. Boggs, Jr.
Attorney for Estate
published 9/16; 9/23; 9/30/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
The Linden City Board of Education will hold budget hearing #1 in the meeting room located on the ground floor of the Central Office on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
The Linden City Board of Education will hold budget hearing #2 in the meeting room located on the ground floor of the Central Office on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
published 9/16/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF THE ESTATE OF LILLIE SAMMONS FULTZ
Case Number: 26PC/W020
Letters Testamentary upon the Estate of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 10th day of September, 2026, by the Probate Judge of Marengo County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are hereby required to present the same, duly sworn to, in the Probate Court of said County within the time allowed by law, or else same will be forever barred.
Bobby Allen Fultz
Personal Representative
published 9/16; 9/23; 9/30/26
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LEGAL NOTICE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Sealed proposals will be received by Demopolis City Schools located at 609 South Cedar Avenue, Demopolis, Alabama, 36732, until 2:00 p.m., legally prevailing time, October 15, 2026, for the Demopolis City Schools Sports Lighting – Infrastructure Installation, Demopolis, Alabama, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.
A cashier’s check or bid bond payable to Demopolis City Schools in an amount not less than five (5) percent of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000, must accompany the bidder’s proposal.
Performance and Payment Bonds and evidence of insurance required in the bid documents will be required at the signing of the Contract.
Drawings and Specifications may be obtained from TuscaBlue plan room, 2806 Greensboro Avenue, Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401, upon payment of a onetime administrative fee of $20.00 for digital file download and / or payment of $200.00 for each set.
Said cost represents the cost of printing, reproduction, handling, and distribution, therefore no refund will be granted.
Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Engineer or copies thereof.
All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Engineer; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgement, the best interests of the Owner will hereby be promoted.
All bidders are invited to attend a pre-bid conference to be held at 609 South Cedar Avenue, Demopolis, Alabama, 36732, on October 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
published 9/16; 9/23; 9/30/26
