WCN LEGALS 07-10

STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE
FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made under the terms of that certain mortgage executed by James C. Stokley and Misty Stokley, husband and wife, on the 28th day of October, 2011 to West Alabama Bank & Trust which said mortgage is recorded in the Probate Office of Washington County, Alabama, in Mortgage Book 444, at Page 253, 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, West Alabama Bank & Trust will sell at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, before the main entrance of the Courthouse in the City of Chatom, Washington, Alabama, at noon or otherwise during the legal hours of sale on July 22, 2026 the following described real estate situated in Washington County, Alabama, to-wit:
Commencing at a found ½ inch rebar at the NE corner of that 3.0 acre tract described in DB 385 at page 7 as being North 89 degrees 34 minutes 27 seconds East a distance of 208.7 feet from an iron at the NW corner of that 3.0 acres, but is actually (South 89 degrees 52 minutes 32 seconds East a distance of 216.65 feet); thence North 80 degrees 00 minutes 09 seconds East, a distance of 377.56 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron on the North margin Washington County Highway #34 (30 feet from centerline); thence, leaving highway, North 10 degrees 07 minutes 12 seconds West, a distance of 185 feet to a set ½ inch reference iron; thence North 10 degrees 7 minutes 12 seconds West, a distance of 23.70 feet to a point in a cluster of blown down trees and the NW corner of this parcel; thence North 79 degrees 52 minutes 49 seconds East, a distance of 417.40 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron; thence South 10 degrees 07 minutes 12 seconds East, a distance of 208.70 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron, on the North margin of aforesaid highway, which is in an irregular curve, concave to the North, having a radius of 1000 feet to a central angle of 24 degrees 05 minutes 33 seconds, and a chord of 417.40 feet bearing South 79 degrees 52 minutes 48 seconds West; thence West along said curve, a distance of 420.49 feet to a point of beginning; contains 2.14 acres, more or less, and is a part of Section 26 and Section 27, Township 8 North, Range 4 West in Washington County, Alabama as per plat of survey of Charles Roe, Registered Surveyor, dated August 18, 2008
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 Washington County, Alabama, and will be subject to 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 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.
West Alabama Bank & Trust
Mortgagee
Justin B. Little
REYNOLDS, REYNOLDS & LITTLE, LLC
Attorneys for Mortgagee
2115 Maxie Thomas Way
Post Office Box 2863
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35403-2863
Telephone: 205-391-0073
File No. 56.2179
Washington County News July 3, July 10, and July 17, 2026
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STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE
FORECLOSURE SALE
Default having been made under the terms of that certain mortgage executed by James C. Stokley and Misty Stokley, husband and wife, on the 14th day of April, 2017 to West Alabama Bank & Trust which said mortgage is recorded in the Probate Office of Washington County, Alabama, in Mortgage Book 501, at Page 73, 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, West Alabama Bank & Trust will sell at public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, before the main entrance of the Courthouse in the City of Chatom, Washington, Alabama, at noon or otherwise during the legal hours of sale on July 22, 2026 the following described real estate situated in Washington County, Alabama, to-wit:
The land referred to herein below is situated in the county of Washington, state of AL, and is described as follows:
PARCEL 1: Beginning at a set ½” capped iron pin (Linder #34762), which marks the Northwest corner of the Northeast Quarter of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama; thence along the North line of said Northeast Quarter of Northwest Quarter, South 89 degree 04 minutes 39 seconds East 1160.39 feet to a set ½” capped iron pin on the West Right-of-Way margin of Alabama Highway No. 17, said margin also being the East margin of the former Right-of-Way of the Burlington Northern Railroad; thence along said margin South 05 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West 2005.56 feet to a set ½” capped iron pin; thence North 89 degrees 34 minutes 29 seconds West 986.58 feet to a set ½” capped iron pin; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds East 2008.17 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 49.37 acres, more or less, and lying in the Northwest Quarter of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama.
LESS AND EXCEPT: Commencing at a found ½ inch capped iron pin (Linder #34762), which marks the Northwest corner of the Northeast of ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds West 865.78 feet; thence North 90 degrees East 117.21 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin (Linder CA-1065-LS) said point being the POINT OF BEGINNING for the parcel herein described; thence South 84 degrees 37 minutes 56 minutes East 788.25 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin; thence South 05 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West 570.23 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin; thence North 84 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds West 738.66 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds East 572.38 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 10.0 acres, more or less, and lying in the Northwest ¼ of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama. TOGETHER WITH a 30 foot non-exclusive easement for the purpose of ingress, egress and utilities and begin 15 foot each side of the following described center line: COMMENCING at a found ½ inch capped iron pin (Linder #34762), which marks the Northwest corner of the Northeast ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds West 856.78 feet; thence Noth 90 degrees East 117.21 feet to a set 1/2 inch capped iron in (Linder CA-1065-LS); thence South 84 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds East 788.25 feet to a set ½ inch pin: thence South 05 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West 250.85 feet to the center of a dirt drive, said point being the POINT OF BEGINNING for the center line to be described; thence along the center of said drive South 49 degrees 05 minutes 52 seconds East 24.16 feet; thence South 01 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East 217.25 feet; thence South 20 degrees 07 minutes 06 seconds East 67.59 feet; thence South 72 degrees 28 minutes 35 seconds East 104.17 feet to the West line of Alabama Highway No. 17, said point being the POINT OF TERMINUS for the easement herein described.
PARCEL II: Commencing at a found ½ inch capped iron pin (Linder #34762), which marks the Northwest corner of the Northeast of ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds West 865.78 feet; thence North 90 degrees East 117.21 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin (Linder CA-1065-LS) said point being the POINT OF BEGINNING for the parcel herein described; thence South 84 degrees 37 minutes 56 minutes East 788.25 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin; thence South 05 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West 570.23 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin; thence North 84 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds West 738.66 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin; thence North 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds East 572.38 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 10.0 acres, more or less, and lying in the Northwest ¼ of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama. TOGETHER WITH a 30 foot non-exclusive easement for the purpose of ingress, egress and utilities and begin 15 foot each side of the following described center line: COMMENCING at a found ½ inch capped iron pin (Linder #34762), which marks the Northwest corner of the Northeast ¼ of the Northwest ¼ of Section 8, Township 8 North, Range 3 West, Washington County, Alabama; thence South 00 degrees 23 minutes 50 seconds West 856.78 feet; thence Noth 90 degrees East 117.21 feet to a set 1/2 inch capped iron in (Linder CA-1065-LS); thence South 84 degrees 37 minutes 56 seconds East 788.25 feet to a set ½ inch capped iron pin: thence South 05 degrees 22 minutes 04 seconds West 250.85 feet to the center of a dirt drive, said point being the POINT OF BEGINNING for the center line to be described; thence along the center of said drive South 49 degrees 05 minutes 52 seconds East 24.16 feet; thence South 01 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East 217.25 feet; thence South 20 degrees 07 minutes 06 seconds East 67.59 feet; thence South 72 degrees 28 minutes 35 seconds East 104.17 feet to the West line of Alabama Highway No. 17, said point being the POINT OF TERMINUS for the easement herein described.
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 Washington County, Alabama, and will be subject to 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 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.
West Alabama Bank & Trust
Mortgagee
Justin B. Little
REYNOLDS, REYNOLDS & LITTLE, LLC
Attorneys for Mortgagee
2115 Maxie Thomas Way
Post Office Box 2863
Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35403-2863
Telephone: 205-391-0073
File No. 56.2179
Washington County News July 3, July 10, and July 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER
FORECLOSURE NOTICE
WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms and conditions of a Mortgage from DORIS V. BROWN, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. AS MORTGAGEE, AS NOMINEE FOR FIRSTBANK, on the 28th day of June, 2013, said mortgage recorded in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Washington County, Alabama, on July 10, 2013, in Deed/Mortgage Book 463, Page 295, Washington County, Alabama Records, said Mortgage having subsequently been transferred and assigned to Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, by instrument recorded in the aforesaid Probate Office; notice is hereby given that the undersigned Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, as Mortgagee/Transferee, 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 Courthouse in Chatom, Washington County, Alabama, on July 28, 2026, during the legal hours of sale, all of its right, title, and interest in and to the following described real estate, situated in Washington County, Alabama, to-wit:
SITUATED IN THE STATE OF ALABAMA, COUNTY OF WASHINGTON, CITY OF FRUITDALE AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 1, RUNNING WEST TO A POINT APPROXIMATELY 495 FEET; THENCE NORTH 1320 FEET TO A POINT: THENCE EAST 495 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE SOUTH TO THE POINT OF ORIGIN. CONTAINING 15 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 4 NORTH, RANGE 5 WEST. SECTION 1, WASHINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA.
Said legal description being controlling, however the property is more commonly known as 584 BROWN ROAD, FRUITDALE, AL 36539.
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.
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 in the county where the above-described property is situated. This property will be sold subject to the right of redemption of all parties entitled thereto and subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, whether or not now due and payable). This sale is made for the purpose of paying the indebtedness secured by said mortgage, as well as the expenses of foreclosure. 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, and to purchaser’s tendering to Rubin Lublin, LLC, anti-money laundering information as required pursuant to the FinCEN Real Estate Report Rule. Failure to provide information, could result in rescission of the sale.
Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, Mortgagee/Transferee
THE BELOW LAW FIRM MAY BE HELD TO BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNDER FEDERAL LAW. IF SO, ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
Rubin Lublin, LLC, Attorney for Mortgagee/Transferee
3145 Avalon Ridge Place, Suite 100, Peachtree Corners, GA 30071
Telephone Number: (877) 813-0992
Case No. RMU-26-01928-1
rlselaw.com/property-listing
Washington County News 07/03/2026, 07/10/2026, 07/17/2026
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LETTERS OF TESTAMENTARY
STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
CASE NO.: PC2026-006
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM THOMAS WILLIAMS, DECEASED.
Letters of Testamentary on the estate of William Thomas Williams, deceased, having been granted to THOMAS JUSTIN WILLIAMS and JOSHUA RAY WILLIAMS on the 12th day of February, 2026, 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.
Dolbare Law, LLC
J. Blane Dolbare
Attorney for Petitioners
Post Office Box 565
Chatom, AL 36518
Washington County News July 10, 17, 24, 2026
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STATE OF ALABAMA
COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
CASE NO.: PC2026-038
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE
ESTATE OF ESTHER MOSS, DECEASED
Letters of Testamentary on the estate of Esther Moss, deceased, having been granted to SEDJENANE SIMS and WILLIAM CLIFFORD MOSS, III, on the 28th day of May, 2026, 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.
Dolbare Law, LLC
J. Blane Dolbare
Attorney for Petitioners
Post Office Box 565
Chatom, AL 36518
(251) 847-7777
Washington County News July 3, 10, 17, 2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE OF COPPER
RETIREMENT
Date of Notice: June 18, 2026
Millry Telephone Company, Inc.
Wire Center: CHTMALXA (Chatom, Alabama)
Earliest Retirement Date: On or After September 18, 2026
Millry Telephone Company, Inc. hereby provides public notice that it plans to retire portions of its copper telecommunications network facilities in the Chatom, Alabama wire center (CLLI: CHTMALXA) and in associated service areas. This network change involves the removal of legacy copper distribution plant and the transition of affected locations to fiber?based facilities.
The copper facilities scheduled for retirement serve portions of the Frankville, Bladon Springs, Chatom, Williamsville, Hobson, Rutan, and Yarbo communities in Washington County, Alabama.
Most customers in the affected areas will be migrated from copper to Millry’s new fiber?optic facilities. A small number of locations will continue to be served over existing copper facilities until fiber can be extended to those locations. No customer will be required to seek service from another provider.
The planned copper retirement will occur no earlier than September 18, 2026. Customers may be transitioned to fiber facilities earlier if fiber service becomes available before the planned retirement date.
This notice is provided in accordance with the Federal Communications Commission’s network change disclosure requirements for copper retirements. Additional information about this network change is available upon request.
For questions regarding this notice, please contact:
Chester Caulder, General Manager
Millry Telephone Company, Inc.
Phone: 251?846?2911
Email: generalmgr@millry.com
Washington County News June 26, and July 3, 10, 17, 2026