WCN LEGALS 12.26

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
Civil No. 65-CV-2023-900017.00
PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC, Plaintiff
vs.
DANIELLE HOWARD MILLER, SHYLA M. CLARK, JESSICA RAE WALKER, DESIREE CORNELIUS and BRANDON LEE HOWARD, Defendants
PUBLICATION NOTICE
To: Desiree Cornelius
Last Known Address:
308 Athens Pike
Etowah, TN 37331
You are hereby notified that Planet Home Lending, LLC has filed a Complaint for Reformation and Declaratory Judgment (“Complaint”) on February 23, 2023 in the Circuit Court of Washington County, Alabama against Desiree Cornelius (“Defendant’). Numerous attempts to locate the Defendant have been unsuccessful.
This notice is to run for four consecutive weeks, on December 19, 2025, December 26, 2025, January 2, 2026 and January 9, 2026. You are hereby notified that you must answer the Complaint for the 8th day of February 2026, which is 30 days from the last date of publication or default judgment may be entered against you for not answering.
DONE this 4th day of December, 2025.
VALERIE BAILEY
Clerk of the Washington County Circuit Court
FIDELITY NATIONAL LAW GROUP
Elizabeth B. Padgett (PAD015)
1001 Summit Blvd NE, Ste 1625
Brookhaven, GA 30319
Direct: (770) 325-4815
Email: elizabeth.padgett@fnf.com
Washington County News December 19, 26, 2025 and January 2, 9, 2026
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Complaint to Quiet Title
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
WASHINGTON, ALABAMA
Case No.: 65-CV-2025-900037.00
SMITH JEREMY, Plaintiff
vs.
THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND ASSIGNS OF SARA ANN HENDERSON AND DORIS HENDERSON, AND ONE PARCEL OF LAND, Defendants
Any person having a claim to the following described property located in WASHINGTON County, Alabama must answer a complaint to Quiet Title filed in the Circuit Court of WASHINGTON County, Alabama within 30 days of the last publication of notice in this matter by or thereafter a judgment by default may be rendered against him/her/them/it in Case No.: 65-CV-2025-900037.00 Circuit Court of WASHINGTON County, Alabama. Said property being described as follows:
Parcel 1:
BEG NW COR NW/4-SE/4; TH S 220’; TH E 1320’; N 220’; W 1320’ TO POB. S07-T04 N R 04W
Tax Assessor’s Parcel ID #: 31-03-07-0-000-006.001-00 Delta Pin: 16331
Answers to the pleadings relevant to this proceeding must be filed on or before 30 days of the last publication of this notice by mailing or filing legible copies of same with Valerie Bailey, Circuit Clerk, 45 Court St, Chatom, AL 36518.
END OF NOTICE
JONATHAN A. ROPER
JONATHAN A. ROPER (ROP010)
OF COUNSEL:
Roper & Wilson LLC.
111 6th Street North
Clanton, AL 35045
Washington County News December 26, 2025 and January 2, 9, 16, 2026
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PERMANENT CUSTODY/TERMINATION
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN THE MATTER OF Z. K., A minor
CASE NO.: JU 23-42.03
Notice is hereby given to LaTerrance
Washington, the father of Z. K., born June 20, 2023, whose present whereabouts are unknown and cannot be ascertained after diligent search and inquiry; or any other person or persons who claim to have a legal interest in the following proceedings in the Juvenile Court of Washington County, Alabama, viz:
IN THE MATTER OF Z. K., A Minor
CASE NO.: JU 23-42.03
In the matter of the permanent custody and termination of parental rights of the father of Z. K., born June 20, 2023.
Heretofore, this the 24th day of November 2025 came the State of Alabama Department of Human Resources and filed in this Court a petition asking for the permanent custody and termination of parental rights of the father of said child for the purpose of placing said minor for adoption.
That said LaTerrance Washington, father, shall respond to the complaint no later than 30 days after the last date of publication shown herein.
It is ORDERED by the Court that the 11th day of February 2026 at 9:00 AM be appointed as the day for hearing said petition, at which time all parties who claim to have a legal interest can appear and contest the same if they think proper.
W. Alex Odom, District Judge
Washington County News December 19, 26, 2025 and January 2, 9, 2026
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
Default having been made in the payment of the debt secured by that certain mortgage executed by Jason McMillian and Leslie McMillian, Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as mortgagee, as nominee for GMFS, LLC, Mortgagee, on February 5, 2015, said mortgage being recorded on February 9, 2015 in the Probate Office of Washington County, Alabama in Book 478, Page 244, and later assigned to Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, by reason of such default, having declared all 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, Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC will sell at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, in front of the Courthouse door in the City of Chatom, Washington County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale on February 10, 2026 the following described real estate situated in Washington County, Alabama, to wit:
The following described real property located in County of Washington, State of Alabama, being more particularly described as follows:
Beginning 790.8 feet South of the NE corner of the NW 1/4 of NE 1/4 of Section 2, Township 6 North, Range 3 West, at a railroad spike in the center of a paved county road; thence South 30 degrees 20 minutes West along said centerline for 764.85 feet to the East margin of Alabama Highway No. 17; thence South 35 degrees 17 minutes East along said East boundary for 668.64 feet to the East boundary of SW 1/4 of NE 1/4; thence North 1206.00 feet along the quarter/quarter line to the Point of Beginning. Containing 5.34 acres, more or less in the West 1/2 of NE 1/4 of Section 2, Township 6 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama. Less any portion lying within paved county road and Alabama Highway No. 17.
Property Address: 21148 Highway 17, Millry, AL 36558
Commonly known as: 21148 Highway 17, Millry, AL 36558
Tax ID #: 16-01-02-0-000-002.000
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.
Said sale will be made subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, whether or not now due and payable), any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, covenants, and matters of record superior to the mortgage first set out above and restrictions of record in the Probate Office aforesaid, matters of survey, and to any Federal or State Tax liens, if any, and/or special assessments, if any, which might adversely affect the title to the premises.
Said sale will be made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by the above described mortgage to Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, Mortgagee, and the proceeds thereof will be applied as provided for in the terms of said mortgage.
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 successful bidder must tender a non-refundable deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) in certified funds made payable to McMichael Taylor Gray LLC at the time and place of the sale. The balance of the purchase price must be paid in certified funds by noon the next business day to McMichael Taylor Gray LLC at 3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092.
McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC reserves the right to award the bid to the next highest bidder should the highest bidder fail to timely tender the total amount due. 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 the indebtedness secured by the real estate. This sale is subject to postponement or cancellation.
Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC
AS ATTORNEY IN FACT FOR
Jason McMillian and Leslie McMillian
TAYLOR BAKER, Attorney for Mortgagee
McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC
3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
404-474-7149
MTG File No.: AL2025-00361
Washington County News December 19, 26, 2025 and January 2, 2026
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NOTICE OF
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Myron J Bivens, Brenda J Bivens to Citifinancial Corporation, LLC dated January 19, 2005; said mortgage being recorded on January 25, 2005 in Deed Book 345, Page 348 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Washington County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Corp. by assignment recorded in Deed Book 204, Page 482 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Washington County, Alabama.
The undersigned, JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA as Successor By Merger to J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Corp., 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 Washington County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on January 13, 2026 the following property, situated in Washington County, Alabama, to-wit:
COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 3 NORTH, RANGE 3 WEST, WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA; THENCE RUN SOUTH 91 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTHERLY MARGIN OF A DIRT ROAD; THENCE RUN SOUTH 61 DEGREES EAST ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY MARGIN ON SAID ROAD 334.5 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE SOUTH 61 DEGREES EAST 105 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 420 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTH 61 DEGREES WEST 105 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTH 420 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
Said property is commonly known as 74 Carter Ln, Deer Park, AL 36529.
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. 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.
The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage.
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION CORP.
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. 25-07566AL
www.foreclosurehotline.net
Washington County News 12/12/2025,12/19/2025,12/26/2025
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POSTPONEMENT
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE
FORECLOSURE SALE
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
Default having been made of the terms of the loan documents secured by that certain mortgage executed by Amber M Helveston, a single woman, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns dated November 20, 2018; said mortgage being recorded on December 14, 2018 in Deed Book 516, Page 171 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Washington County, Alabama. Said Mortgage was last sold, assigned and transferred to Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment recorded in Deed Book 210, Page 614 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Washington County, Alabama.
The undersigned, Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC, under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, will sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the main entrance of the Court House in Washington County, Alabama during the legal hours of sale (between 11am and 4pm), on November 26, 2024 the following property, situated in Washington County, Alabama, to-wit:
From the Southwest corner of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 52, Township 3 North, Range 1 East, Washington County, Alabama, run East 440 feet to a point; thence run North 890 feet to the point of beginning; thence continue North 100 feet to a point of beginning; thence continue North 100 feet to a point; thence West 150 feet to a point; thence South 100 feet to a point; thence 150 feet to the point of beginning.
Together with the waterline and ingress, egress easements and their terms and conditions as described in the following:
1. Instrument dated August 12, 2016 and recorded on August 15, 2016 in Deed Book 560, Page 160, Washington County, Alabama.
2. Instrument dated March 6, 2018 and recorded on May 23, 2018 in Deed Book 577, Page 260, Washington County, Alabama.
3. Instrument dated September 11, 2018 and recorded on September 12, 2018 in Deed Book 580, Page 173, Washington County, Alabama.
4. Instrument dated May 31, 2018 and recorded on September 12, 2018 in Deed Book 580, Page 175, Washington County, Alabama.
Said property is commonly known as 161 Jackson Street, Malcolm, AL 36556.
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. 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.
The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Mortgage.
LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC
as holder of said mortgage
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
505 20th Street N, Suite 1775
Birmingham, AL 35203
Telephone: (205) 216-4238
FT21@mccalla.com
File No. 24-06345AL
www.foreclosurehotline.net
Washington County News
10/25/2024,11/01/2024,11/08/2024,01/03/2025,02/07/2025,03/21/2025,05/09/2025,06/27/2025,08/08/2025,09/19/2025,11/07/2025,12/19/2025,12/26/2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until January 14, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, January 3, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until February 25, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, February 7, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until April 8, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, March 21, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until May 20, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, May 9, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until July 15, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, June 27, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until August 26, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, August 8, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until October 7, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, September 19, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until November 18, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, November 7, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until December 30, 2025, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
Washington County News, December 19, 2025
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AMENDMENT TO NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
The sale date under the above mentioned Notice of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale has been postponed until January 13, 2026, and public notice thereof having been given, the above notice is hereby republished with this amendment.
24-06345AL
Washington County News, December 26, 2025
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Estate Administration
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: PC2025-075
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF
JOHNNIE RENEE HOLLAND, Deceased
Letters of Administration on the Estate of Johnnie Renee Holland, deceased, having been granted to Mary Holland Rathle 4th day of December, 2025, by the Honorable Nick Williams, Judge of the Probate Court of said County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same for payment within the time allowed by law or the same will thereafter be barred.
MARY HOLLAND RATHLE
the Administratrix of the Estate of Johnnie Renee Holland, Deceased.
E. TATUM TURNER
As attorney for Administratrix of
The Estate of Johnnie Renee Holland, deceased
Post Office Drawer 1389
Chatom, Alabama 36518
Washington County News December 12, 19, 26, 2025
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NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NO. PC-25-092
IN THE MATTER OF THE
ESTATE OF EDDIE MELVIN MOSELEY, SR., DECEASED
NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS
Letters Testamentary of said decedent having been granted to the undersigned on the 11th day of December, 2025, by Honorable Nick Williams, Judge of Probate of Washington County, in the State of Alabama, notice is hereby given that all parties having claims against the said estate must present the same within the time required by law or they will be barred.
Eddie Melvin Moseley, Jr.
Danny J. Moseley
Co-Executors
PHILIP G. PERKINS
Attorney for Co-Executors
601 College Avenue
Jackson, AL 36545
251-246-4279
Washington County News December 26, 2025 and January 2, 9, 2026
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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: PC2025-024
IN RE: The Estate of JOY BEECH BONNER, Deceased
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT
Letters of Administration of said deceased having been granted to ANTHONY CHAPMAN as Administrator of the Estate of JOY BEECH BONNER, Deceased, on the 21st day of November, 2025, by NICK WILLIAMS, Judge of the Probate Court of Washington County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present same within the time allowed by law or the same will be barred.
NICK WILLIAMS, PROBATE JUDGE
Attorney for Administrator:
DOLBARE LAW, LLC
J. Blane Dolbare
Attorney at Law
Post Office Box 565
Chatom, Alabama 36518
Washington County News December 19, 26, 2025 and January 2, 2026
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LETTERS OF TESTAMENTARY
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF
PAUL DAVID PRICE, DECEASED
CASE NO. PC 2025-090
NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS
Letters Testamentary as Executor of the Will of Paul David Price, deceased, having been granted to Lou Price Beasley on the 4th day of December, 2025, by the Honorable Nick Williams, Judge of Probate of said County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law, or the same will be barred.
NICK WILLIAMS, JUDGE OF PROBATE
HAROLD L. ODOM
Attorney for Executrix
P. O. Box 1087
Chatom, Alabama 36518
Washington County News December 12, 19, 26, 2025
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Completion Notice
Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc. hereby gives notice of completion of contract with the State of Alabama for construction of Project No. NH-HSIP-0013(641) in Washington County. This notice will appear for three consecutive weeks beginning on 12/26/2025 and ending on 01/09/2026. All claims should be filed at P.O. Box 190279, Mobile, AL 36619 during this period.
Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc.
Washinton County News December 26, 2025 and January 2, 9, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Towers, LLC is proposing to construct a 315-foot overall height self-supporting lattice telecommunications structure located near Faith Walker Road, Saint Stephens, Washington County, Alabama (31° 33’ 5.2” N, 88° 4’ 52.6” W). The proposed tower is anticipated to utilize FAA Style E (medium intensity, dual red/white strobes) lighting.
The Towers, LLC invites comments from any interested party on the impact the proposed undertaking may have on any districts, sites, buildings, structures, or objects significant in American history, archaeology, engineering, or culture that are listed or determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Comments may be sent to Environmental Corporation of America, ATTN: Annamarie Howell, 1375 Union Hill Industrial Court, Suite A, Alpharetta, GA 30004 or via email to publicnotice@eca-usa.com. Ms. Howell can be reached at (770) 667-2040 x 108 during normal business hours. Comments must be received within 30 days of the date of this notice.
In addition, any interested party may also request further environmental review of the proposed action under the FCC’s National Environmental Policy Act rules, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. This request must only raise environmental concerns and can be filed online using the FCC pleadings system at www.fcc.gov or mailed to FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554 within 30 days of the date that notice of this proposed action is published on the FCC’s website. Refer to File No. A1349700 when submitting the request and to view the specific information about the proposed action. 25-004660 MMT
Washington County News December 26, 2025