IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF FAYETTE COUNTY, TENNESSEE

DO. NO. 2026-DN-5

NOTICE OF ENTRY REQUIRED

IN THE MATTER OF:

JOURDAN GANT, DOB: 12/17/2014

LADARIAN GILCHREASE, DOB: 03/29/2019

LATERRIUS GILCHREASE, DOB: 11/27/2021

CHILDREN UNDER EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE

ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

 It appearing to the Court from the allegations of the Petition, Motion for Publication and the Affidavits of Diligent Search that the whereabouts of the father, Derrick Gant, are unknown and cannot be ascertained by diligent search; therefore, the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon Derrick Gant. It is ORDERED that Derrick Gant be served by publication with the following notice to be inserted in each publication one (1) time per week for four (4) consecutive weeks. Publication shall run in a physical newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the father, Derrick Gant, was last known to reside.

 It is further ORDERED that if Derrick Gant does not enter an appearance or otherwise answer the Petition, further personal service or service by further publication shall be dispensed with and service of any future notices, motions, orders or other legal documents in this matter may be made upon Derrick Gant by filing same with the Juvenile Court Clerk of Fayette County, Tennessee.

NOTICE TO:

Derrick Gant, the State of Tennessee, Department of Children's Services, has filed a PETITION TO ADJUDICATE DEPENDENCY AND NEGLECT AND FOR TEMPORARY LEGAL CUSTODY AND FOR EX PARTE ORDER in regards to the minor children, JOURDAN GANT, born on DECEMBER 17, 2014, LADARIAN GILCHREASE, born on MARCH 29, 2019 and LATERRIUS GILCHREASE, born on NOVEMBER 27, 2021; it further appears that ordinary process of law cannot be served upon you because your whereabouts are unknown. You are hereby ORDERED to appear in the Juvenile Court of Fayette County, Tennessee located at 705 Justice Drive, Somerville, Tennessee, on the 7th DAY OF OCTOBER 2026 at 9:00 A.M. to personally answer the Petition. Failing to appear for the hearing on this date and time, without good cause, pursuant to the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure and the Tennessee Rules of Juvenile Practice and Procedure, will result in the loss of your right to contest the Petition. You may view and obtain a copy of the Petition and any other subsequently filed legal documents at the Fayette County Juvenile Court Clerk’s Office.

ENTERED THIS 4th day of August, 2026.

JUDGE DAVID L. DOUGLAS

PREPARED BY:

Regina Soldan BPR #040506

Associate Counsel

State of Tennessee, Department of Children’s Services

845 Highway 51 N

Covington, TN 38019

Aug. 14, 21, 28, Sept. 4, 2026 Cn800627

IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF MEMPHIS AND SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

NO. W4513

State of Tennessee

Department Of Children Services,

 Petitioner,

Vs.

 Mauricus Greenlee and

 Marchello Hicks,

 Respondents

IN THE MATTER OF:

Corriahna Hicks, DOB: 03/13/2012

Kimora Owens, DOB: 08/15/2008

Kaniah Owens, DOB: 07/29/2013

Jayceon Owens, DOB: 8/9/2025

Children under Eighteen (18) Years of Age

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

Magistrate Reisman’s Court Order dated August 31, 2026 is incorporated in part, as follows:

It appearing to the Court that the whereabouts of Respondents Mauricus Greenlee and Marchello Hicks, are unknown and cannot be ascertained by diligent search. Therefore, the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon Respondents.

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that the Motion for Order of Publication shall be granted.

Clerk’s Notice to Respondent:

The Department, has filed a Petition against you seeking a finding of Dependency and Neglect. It appears that ordinary process of law cannot be served upon you because your whereabouts are unknown. In order to avoid a judgement by Default against you, you must appear in Court or file an answer to the Petition filed against you. The date being the 30th of November, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. All future hearings/or documents filed in this cause shall be filed with the Clerk and shall be considered as service upon you. You may request all pleadings filed in this cause from the Clerk of Court.

Service of notice of these proceedings shall occur for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee, and for four weeks on the online news website for The Daily Memphian, as your whereabouts are unknown.

Elizabeth Blackerby, BPR #037984

Department of Children’s Services

40 South Main Street, 6th Floor

Memphis, TN 38103

901-578-4165

Submitted by and approved for entry.

JANEEN R. GORDON, CLERK OF COURT

BY Sandra Blanchard

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116426

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

No. PR030375

Division I

IN RE: GUARDIANSHIP OF

KAISLEY D. JOINER, A MINOR

and

Division I

COURTNEI JOINER,

PETITIONER

ORDER FOR PUBLICATION

This matter comes before the Court upon the Motion for Judicial Determination of Heirship and Service by Publication filed by Petitioner Courtnei Joiner, Guardian of Kaisley D. Joiner (Docket No. PR030375) and Deandre Joiner (Docket No. PR030376), and it appearing that such Order for Publication is necessary to ascertain all heirs of Decedent De'Andre Rosser-Rogers for the purpose of a wrongful death action and its resolution, and it appearing the last known address of any such heirs (other than those previously identified) and their identification are unknown, and for good cause shown, it is hereby:

ORDERED, ADJUDGED and DECREED that personal service of process is dispensed with as provided by T.C.A. § 21-1-203(a)(5), and the potential heirs shall be served with notice of this probate action by publication by the Clerk of this Court of the following order pursuant to T.C.A. § 21-1-204 in The Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee as provided by law:

To All Potential or Unknown Heirs of De'Andre Rosser-Rogers, deceased April 13, 2024:

You are hereby required to file with the Shelby County Probate Clerk in the cases styled "In Re: Guardianship of Kaisley D. Joiner, a Minor" (Docket No. PR030375) and "In Re: Guardianship of Deandre Joiner, a Minor" (Docket No. PR030376), and serve upon Noorhan (Nora) Taube of Greer Injury Lawyers, PLLC, attorneys for Petitioner, whose address is 6256 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38119, a Notice of Heirship which provides your name, address, telephone number, and purported relationship to the deceased.

If you fail to file the Notice of Heirship or otherwise respond within the designated time, the Petitioner will apply for an Order judicially determining the deceased's heirs based upon the known heirs before the Court. The Motion for Judicial Determination of Heirship and Service by Publication under Docket Nos. PR030375 and PR030376will be heard On October 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (CT). All purported heirs shall appear on that day before the Shelby County Probate Court and establish their heirship, or otherwise the Motion will be granted as to the known heirs before the Court.

This notice will be published in The Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee for four (4) consecutive weeks.

Entered this 1st of September, 2026:

Hon. Kathleen N. Gomes

Probate Judge

Approved for Entry:

GREER INJURY LAWYERS, PLLC

Noorhan (Nora) Taube (#37936)

6256 Poplar Avenue

Memphis, TN 38119

Phone: (901) 680-9777

Fax: (901) 680-0580

Email: ntaube@greerinjurylawyers.com

Counsel/or Petitioner

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116421

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

PR-014656

In re:

THE ESTATE OF JOHN GARY WILLIAMS

Deceased.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

It appearing to the Court from the "Petition to Determine the Intestate Heirs of the Decedent" filed in this cause on September 1st, 2026, that the whereabouts of possible additional intestate heirs of John Gary Williams (other than those identified in the Petition), are unknown and cannot be ascertained after diligent search and inquiry.

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that ANY POSSIBLE INTESTATE HEIRS OF JOHN GARY WILLIAMS make their appearance herein, at the Shelby County Courthouse, in Memphis, Tennessee, at or before the hearing on this matter as their rights may be affected; this matter is set for a hearing in Division One of Shelby County Probate Court on October 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.; and that a copy of this order be published in the Daily News and Daily Memphian, once per week for four consecutive weeks.

This the 2 day of September, 2026.

Eddie Jones, Clerk

By: Lia Barnett, D.C.

Scott B. Peatross (#18170)

Evans Petree, P.C.

1715 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 800

Memphis, TN 38120

Direct: (901) 930-0404

Fax: (901) 374-7489

speatross@evanspetree.com

Administrator, Estate of John Gary Williams

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116419

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR036589

In Re the Matter of: Christopher Coburn

Notice is hereby given that on the 1st day of September, 2026, Letters of Administration in respect of Christopher Coburn who died Jan. 1, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 1st day of September, 2026.

Danielle M. Woods Administrator(s)

Attorney for the Estate:

Danielle M. Woods

Christopher Cronk

Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116417

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR036416

In Re the Matter of: Kenneth Lee Meredith

Notice is hereby given that on the 2nd day of September, 2026, Letters of Administration in respect of Kenneth Lee Meredith who died April 11, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 2nd day of September, 2026.

Cleveland Taylor Jr. Administrator(s)

Attorney for the Estate:

Susan Mackenzie

Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116415

IN THE COURT OF GENERAL SESSIONS

SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Order requiring the defendant(s) to Appear and for Publication in Lieu of Personal Service on a Summons and/or An Attachment

Case: 2320024

Royal Furniture Company

Plaintiff(s)

Vs.

Shanda Brimmer

Defendant(s)

Plaintiff’s Claim: 727.76

Hearing Date: October 2, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m.

In this cause a summons and/or an attachment has been sued out under T.C.A. 29-6-101, and affidavit having been made that defendant(s) is justly indebted to the plaintiff(s) in the amount shown above, and no summons having been executed on the defendant(s), and the attachment having been returned levied upon the personal property of the defendant(s) to wit sums due from: St. Jude Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place MS512, Memphis, TN 38105.

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT the defendant(s) make a personal appearance before the Shelby County Court of General Sessions in the Shelby County Courthouse at Memphis, Tennessee on the day, date, and time set out above, and defend said suit within the time prescribed by law, or the same may be proceeded with ex parte; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this order be published once a week for four weeks in The Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee. This order is hereby entered in accordance with T.C.A. 29-6-142.

Issued at Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee on this date August 14, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

Tamara A. Sawyer

General Sessions Court Clerk

By: Vernon Johnson, D.C.

Cochran, Uhlmann, Abney, Duck & Wright

Attorney for Plaintiff

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116372

IN THE COURT OF GENERAL SESSIONS

SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Order requiring the defendant(s) to Appear and for Publication in Lieu of Personal Service on a Summons and/or An Attachment

Case: 2044725

Royal Furniture Company

Plaintiff(s)

Vs.

Corderious D. Booker

Defendant(s)

Plaintiff’s Claim: 599.60

Hearing Date: October 2, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m.

In this cause a summons and/or an attachment has been sued out under T.C.A. 29-6-101, and affidavit having been made that defendant(s) is justly indebted to the plaintiff(s) in the amount shown above, and no summons having been executed on the defendant(s), and the attachment having been returned levied upon the personal property of the defendant(s) to wit sums due from: Central BBQ, 2249 Central Ave., Memphis, TN 38104

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT the defendant(s) make a personal appearance before the Shelby County Court of General Sessions in the Shelby County Courthouse at Memphis, Tennessee on the day, date, and time set out above, and defend said suit within the time prescribed by law, or the same may be proceeded with ex parte; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this order be published once a week for four weeks in The Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee. This order is hereby entered in accordance with T.C.A. 29-6-142.

Issued at Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee on this date August 14, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

Tamara A. Sawyer

General Sessions Court Clerk

By: Vernon Johnson, D.C.

Cochran, Uhlmann, Abney, Duck & Wright

Attorney for Plaintiff

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116370

IN THE COURT OF GENERAL SESSIONS

SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Order requiring the defendant(s) to Appear and for Publication in Lieu of Personal Service on a Summons and/or An Attachment

Case: 2256592

Arco Collection Services LLC

Plaintiff(s)

Vs.

Shanita Fleming

Defendant(s)

Plaintiff’s Claim: 966.67

Hearing Date: October 7, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m.

In this cause a summons and/or an attachment has been sued out under T.C.A. 29-6-101, and affidavit having been made that defendant(s) is justly indebted to the plaintiff(s) in the amount shown above, and no summons having been executed on the defendant(s), and the attachment having been returned levied upon the personal property of the defendant(s) to wit sums due from: Rentokil-Terminix North America, 300 Montvue Rd., Knoxville, TN 37919.

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT the defendant(s) make a personal appearance before the Shelby County Court of General Sessions in the Shelby County Courthouse at Memphis, Tennessee on the day, date, and time set out above, and defend said suit within the time prescribed by law, or the same may be proceeded with ex parte; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this order be published once a week for four weeks in The Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee. This order is hereby entered in accordance with T.C.A. 29-6-142.

Issued at Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee on this date August 21, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

Tamara A. Sawyer

General Sessions Court Clerk

By: Vernon Johnson, D.C.

Nicholas Tansey

Attorney for Plaintiff

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116368

IN THE COURT OF GENERAL SESSIONS

SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Order requiring the defendant(s) to Appear and for Publication in Lieu of Personal Service on a Summons and/or An Attachment

Case: 2251865

Absolute Recovery Services LLC

Plaintiff(s)

Vs.

Jasmine Wesley

Defendant(s)

Plaintiff’s Claim: 1045.79

Hearing Date: October 7, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m.

In this cause a summons and/or an attachment has been sued out under T.C.A. 29-6-101, and affidavit having been made that defendant(s) is justly indebted to the plaintiff(s) in the amount shown above, and no summons having been executed on the defendant(s), and the attachment having been returned levied upon the personal property of the defendant(s) to wit sums due from: United States Postal, 2825 Lone Oak Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121.

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT the defendant(s) make a personal appearance before the Shelby County Court of General Sessions in the Shelby County Courthouse at Memphis, Tennessee on the day, date, and time set out above, and defend said suit within the time prescribed by law, or the same may be proceeded with ex parte; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this order be published once a week for four weeks in The Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee. This order is hereby entered in accordance with T.C.A. 29-6-142.

Issued at Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee on this date August 21, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

Tamara A. Sawyer

General Sessions Court Clerk

By: Vernon Johnson, D.C.

Jason M. Goldstein

Attorney for Plaintiff

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116366

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

In the CHANCERY COURT of Shelby County, Tennessee

No. CH-26-0759

Tequitria Shuntrell Houston

Plaintiff(s)

vs.

Tracy Donell Vaughn

Defendant(s)

It appearing from the complaint in this cause which is sworn to that the residence of the Defendant, Tracy Donell Vaughn, is unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent search and inquiry.

It is therefore ordered that Defendant make his appearance herein at the Court House of Shelby County, in the city of Memphis, Shelby County, TN on October 22, 2026 and answer plaintiffs' complaint for divorce or the same will be taken for confessed as to defendant(s), and set for hearing ex parte, and that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Daily News and Daily Memphian.

This 25 day of August, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

W. Aaron Hall, Clerk & Master

By Sam Ginsberg, D.C. & M.

Jonathan E. Collins

Attorney for Petitioners

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116358

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR036643

In Re the Matter of: Edward Kent Dickinson

Notice is hereby given that on the 1st day of September, 2026, Letters of Administration in respect of Edward Kent Dickinson who died July 27, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 1st day of September, 2026.

John Willis Dickinson Administrator(s)

Attorney for the Estate:

Tricia M.Y. Tweel

Mary Kathryn Brogan

Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116356

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

In the CHANCERY COURT of Shelby County, Tennessee

No. CH-26-0884-1

Charles Latwan Woodall

Plaintiff(s)

vs.

Tyquandia Reed Woodall

Defendant(s)

It appearing from the complaint in this cause which is sworn to that Tyquandia Reed Woodall whereabouts are unknown.

It is therefore ordered that she make her appearance herein at the Court House of Shelby County, in the city of Memphis, Shelby County, TN on November 27, 2026 and answer plaintiffs' complaint for Divorce or the same will be taken for confessed as to defendant(s), and set for hearing ex parte, and that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Daily News and Daily Memphian.

This 14th day of August, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

W. Aaron Hall, Clerk & Master

By Mary B. Merkle, D.C. & M.

Charles Woodall

Pro Se

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 Cd116351

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR036236

In Re the Matter of: Margaret Denise Anderson

Notice is hereby given that on the 25th day of August, 2026, Letters Testamentary in respect of Margaret Denise Anderson who died May 10, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 25th day of August, 2026.

Darren H. Aghabeg Executor

Attorney for the Estate:

W. Price Morrison

Aug. 28, Sept. 4, 2026 Cd116258

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR036450

In Re the Matter of: Patsy Veasey Hunter

Notice is hereby given that on the 26th day of August, 2026, Letters Testamentary in respect of Patsy Veasey Hunter who died June 30, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 26th day of August, 2026.

Zella R. Hunter Executor

Attorney for the Estate:

Mark J. Grai

Aug. 28, Sept. 4, 2026 Cd116256

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR036493

In Re the Matter of: Mary R. McCalla

Notice is hereby given that on the 25th day of August, 2026, Letters Testamentary in respect of Mary R. McCalla who died April 9, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 25th day of August, 2026.

Katherine McCalla Rickards

Robert Andrew Rainey Executor

Attorney for the Estate:

Tara Ryan Kostakis

Aug. 28, Sept. 4, 2026 Cd116234

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Docket: PR035332

In Re the Matter of: Edgar Brian Walton

Notice is hereby given that on the 24th day of August, 2026, Letters Testamentary in respect of Edgar Brian Walton who died Jan. 6, 2026, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Court of Shelby County, Tennessee.

All persons, resident and non-resident, having claims, matured or unmatured, against the estate are required to file the same with the Clerk of the above named Court on or before the earlier of the dates prescribed in (1) or (2), otherwise their claims will be forever barred.

(1)(A) Four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting, as the case may be) of this notice if the creditor received an actual copy of this Notice to Creditors at least sixty (60) days before the date that is four (4) months from the date of the first publication (or posting); or

(B) Sixty (60) days from the date the creditor received an actual copy of the Notice to Creditors, if the creditor received the copy of the notice less than sixty (60) days prior to the date that is four (4) months from the date of first publication (or posting) as described in (1)(A); or

(2) Twelve (12) months from the decedent’s date of death.

This 24th day of August, 2026.

Derek Stephen Ward Executor

Attorney for the Estate:

John J. Cook

Aug. 28, Sept. 4, 2026 Cd116232

IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF MEMPHIS AND SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

DOCKET NO. U8832

IN THE MATTER OF:

Cliffton LaQuint Johnson, DOB: 9/15/2014

A child under eighteen (18) year of age

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

In this cause, it appears to the Court from the allegations of the dependency and neglect petition filed, and duly sworn to, that the residence of Respondent Clifford Johnson is unknown and cannot be ascertained by diligent search and inquiry; and that the whereabouts of Clifford Johnson cannot be found or the post office address of said Respondent cannot be ascertained; and therefore, the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon said Respondent; that a provisional hearing will be held on September 15, 2026 at 9 a.m. where all parties will have been served; and a provisional order will be entered against Respondent; and Respondent is hereby notified that the disposition of the order entered at the provisional hearing shall become final as to him if he fails to make an appearance in this matter at that hearing; and that a copy of this order be published for four consecutive weeks in The Daily News and The Daily Memphian in Memphis, Tennessee.

Janeen R. Gordon, Clerk of Court

By Ann Jones D.C.

August, 19, 2026

/s/ Kelly Pearson

Kelly Pearson, BPR #032300

Guardian ad Litem

64 Flicker St.

Memphis, TN 38104

901-274-3012

kellypearsonlaw@gmail.com

Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116154

IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF MEMPHIS AND SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

NO. GG7178

State of Tennessee

Department Of Children Services,

Petitioner,

Vs.

April Tate

Respondents

IN THE MATTER OF:

Mercy Tate, DOB: 6/19/2019

A Child under Eighteen (18) Years of Age

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

Magistrate McCall’s Court Order dated May 6, 2026 is incorporated in part, as follows:

It appearing to the Court that the whereabouts of Respondent April Tate, are unknown and cannot be ascertained by diligent search. Therefore, the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon Respondent.

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED that the Motion for Order of Publication shall be granted.

Clerk’s Notice to Respondent:

The Department, has filed a Petition against you seeking a finding of Dependency and Neglect. It appears that ordinary process of law cannot be served upon you because your whereabouts are unknown. In order to avoid a judgement by Default against you, you must appear in Court or file an answer to the Petition filed against you. The date being the 13th of November, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. All future hearings/or documents filed in this cause shall be filed with the Clerk and shall be considered as service upon you. You may request all pleadings filed in this cause from the Clerk of Court.

Service of notice of these proceedings shall occur for four (4) consecutive weeks in the Daily News of Memphis, Tennessee, and for four weeks on the online news website for The Daily Memphian, as your whereabouts are unknown.

Kirk Stewart, BPR #029658

Department of Children’s Services

40 South Main Street, 6th Floor

Memphis, TN 38103

901-578-4152

Submitted by and approved for entry.

JANEEN R. GORDON, CLERK OF COURT

BY Sandra Blanchard

Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116152

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Docket No. PR-36400

Division I

The Intestate Estate of Mary Evelyn Murray,

Deceased.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

It appearing to the Court based on the Petition to Determine Heirs as filed by the Petitioner, Margie Robertson (hereinafter "Petitioner"), as the Administratrix Ad Litem of The Estate of Mary Evelyn Murray(“'Decedent”), on August 13, 2026, that notice should be given to all the unknown heirs of the Decedent.

IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED ADJUDGED AND DECREED that notice shall be published in the Daily News newspaper in Shelby County, Tennessee, advising that Margie Robertson, as the Administratrix Ad Litem of The Estate of Mary Evelyn Murray, has filed a Petition to Determine Heirs. The time for the Court to hear the Petition is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 2:20 pm in Division I of Shelby County Probate Court, to be heard by telephone. Notice shall be published in the Daily News for four consecutive weeks (August 21, 2026; August 28, 2026; September 4, 2026; September 11, 2026) to all unknown heirs of Mary Evelyn Murray, deceased, and all persons claiming to be an heir or next of kin of the Decedent, or otherwise objecting to the Petition, that they will be required to set forth the nature of their kinship prior to the date set for the hearing by filing a written Notice of Appearance or other responsive pleading with the Clerk of Shelby County Probate Court. Pursuant to T.C.A. §1-3-120, this notice shall also be published on the website of The Daily Memphian newspaper.

Honorable Kathleen N. Gomes

Date: Aug. 17, 2026

Submitted by and Approved for Entry:

David N. Arnold (#24294)

376 Perkins Ext. Suite 200

Memphis, TN 38117

(901) 677-0701

darnold@davidarnoldlaw.com

Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116129

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE

Docket No. PR- 36518

Division II

In Re:

The Intestate Estate of Ruby Dean Levy,

Deceased.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

It appearing to the Court based on the Petition to Determine Heirs as filed by the Petitioner, Robert Levy (hereinafter "Petitioner''), as the surviving spouse and next-of-kin of Ruby Dean Levy ("Decedent''), that notice should be given to all the unknown heirs of the Decedent.

IT IS, THEREFORE, ORDERED ADJUDGED AND DECREED that notice shall be published in the Daily News newspaper in Shelby County, Tennessee, advising that Robert Levy, as the surviving spouse and next-of-kin of Ruby Dean Levy, has filed a Petition to Determine Heirs. The time for the Court to hear the Petition is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in Division II of Shelby County Probate Court. Notice shall be published in the Daily News for four consecutive weeks (August 21, 2026; August 28, 2026; September 4, 2026; September 11, 2026) to all unknown heirs of Ruby Dean Levy, deceased, and all persons claiming to be an heir or next of kin of the Decedent, or otherwise objecting to the Petition, that they will be required to set forth the nature of their kinship prior to the date set for the hearing by filing a written Notice of Appearance or other responsive pleading with the Clerk of Shelby County Probate Court. Pursuant to T.C.A. §1-3-120, this notice shall also be published on the website of The Daily Memphian newspaper.

Honorable Joe Townsend

Date: Aug. 13, 2026

A True Copy - Attest:

Eddie S. Jones Jr., Clerk

By Amelia Jones, D.C.

Submitted by and Approved for Entry:

David N. Arnold (#24294)

376 Perkins Ext. Suite 200

Memphis, TN 38117

(901) 677-0701

darnold@davidarnoldlaw.com

Aug. 21, 28, Sept. 4, 11, 2026 Cd116058

ORDER OF PUBLICATION

In the CHANCERY COURT of Shelby County, Tennessee

No. CH-25-1447

Carter Funding Corporation

Plaintiff(s)

vs.

NL Corp, a limited liability company and Macy A. Muse

Defendant(s)

It appearing from the complaint in this cause which is sworn to that NL Corp. and Macy A. Muse are unable to be located upon diligent inquiry.

It is therefore ordered that they make their appearance herein at the Court House of Shelby County, in the city of Memphis, Shelby County, TN on October 5, 2026 and answer plaintiffs' complaint for Damages or the same will be taken for confessed as to defendant(s), and set for hearing ex parte, and that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in the Daily News and Daily Memphian.

This 10th day of August, 2026.

A True Copy - Attest:

W. Aaron Hall, Clerk & Master

By Sam Ginsberg, D.C. & M.

Taylor A. Cates

Attorney for Petitioners

Aug. 14, 21, 28, Sept. 4, 2026 Cd115998

MEMPHIS LIGHT, GAS AND WATER DIVISION CITY OF MEMPHIS

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE

ELECTRIC SUBSTATION CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES

CONTRACT NO: 12710

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

All Sealed Bids, Bid Bonds, Bidder’s Qualifications, and completed Bid Envelope will be received from Bidders on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the Contracts Management Office, Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (“MLGW” or “Division”), Room 323, 220 South Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee 38103 (mailing address: P.O. Box 430, Memphis, TN 38101-0430), prior to 4:00 PM CDT/CST. If you bring your bid to MLGW, please allow 30 minutes prior to 4:00 PM CDT/CST for MLGW security clearance and delivery of bids to the Contracts Management Department. The official time of receipt will be established in the Contracts Management Department and not at the main floor security desk. *Bids will be publicly opened and read on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT/CST. AN NDA IS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT.

The project scope is to furnish all supervision, labor, equipment, tools, supplies, transportation of equipment, labor, and materials supplied by the Contractor and/or materials supplied by the Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) required to construct, test, commission, and maintain electric substation facilities as directed by the MLGW Representative throughout Memphis and Shelby County, Tennessee, in a good and workmanlike manner, free from faults and defects, as called for and in strict accordance with the contract documents, specification and the requirements of the MLGW Substation Engineer and shall be to the satisfaction of the Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division.

A Non-Mandatory Bidder’s Orientation meeting is scheduled for this project. Potential Bidders MUST complete and submit an NDA to receive Specifications before the Bidder’s Orientation meeting. The approved NDA must be received by 12:00 pm CST on Monday, September 14, 2026, at state@mlgw.org.

Non-Mandatory Bidder’s Orientation Meeting (Virtual):

An NDA must be submitted and approved before attending the meeting!

Monday, September 21, 2026– 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87860433575?pwd=q4QoxZ8xm1aBpBBhaIe8rCIf30vT8y.1

Meeting chat link

https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/87860433575

Meeting ID: 878 6043 3575

Passcode: 166185

Written Inquiries

Questions regarding this Sealed Bid must be submitted to MLGW in writing via email to state@mlgw.org with “Contract No. 12710 – Written Inquiry” in the subject line by no later than 3:00 PM CST on Friday, September 25, 2026.

During the solicitation of this Sealed Bid, Potential Bidders shall not contact any MLGW staff except those designated in this document or subsequent addenda or correspondence. Noncompliance with this provision may result in the rejection of your firm’s bid. No phone calls related to this Sealed Bid will be accepted.

All bidders must be licensed contractors as required by Title 62, Chapter 6, of the Tennessee Code Annotated. The following information must be completed on the outside of the preprinted Bidder’s Envelope: Bidder’s Name, Bidder’s license number, expiration date, and that part of the classification applying to the bid (e.g., electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning). If the preceding information is not complete, the bid shall not be opened or considered by MLGW.

The Tennessee Contractor’s Classification required for this project shall be one of the following or any Tennessee-approved contractor’s license applicable to this project: BC, CE

If a State of Tennessee Contractor’s license is required, the Contractor’s license monetary limits must meet or exceed the Contractor’s bid price.

MLGW shall give Local Bidding Preference or Local Bidding Presence in the awarding of contracts and making purchases whenever applying such a preference is reasonable in light of the dollar value of the bids received in relation to such expenditures. For Local Bidding Preference or Local Bidding Presence to be used in evaluating bids, all documentation as required in the Local Bidding Preference or Local Bidding Presence Policy must be submitted with the Bidder’s qualifications.

MLGW is subject to the Tennessee Public Records Act. Your bid may be examined by the public after it has been evaluated by MLGW and an award has been made.

This project is exempt from the mandatory contractor’s licensing requirements if the bid amount is under $25,000.

If the bid amount is under $25,000, the phrase “Exempt from licensing requirement” must appear in the Tennessee License number space on the preprinted bid envelope provided. However, other required information (e.g., Project title, contractor’s company name, contractor’s address, and bid due date) must be completed.

Bidders interested in participating in the MLGW bid solicitation process should read the Standards of Business Conduct found at www.mlgw.com/sbc.

All Sealed Bids, Bid Bonds, Bidder’s Qualifications, and completed Bid Envelopes must be received by the Contracts Management Office by no later than 4:00 PM CDT/CST on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, via hand delivery or mailed to MLGW’s Administration Building, 220 South Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103. Bids received after the bid due date will not be accepted.

*Electronic submissions will not be accepted. Only hard copies of the bid documents will be accepted. *

Bids will be publicly opened and read via Zoom on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT/CST.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87289730125?pwd=HhrFMV1rtfuIpQmhydk8LgESQkJkqy.1

The Bidder’s Qualifications must be submitted by reference letter as listed in the Bidder’s Qualifications. The Bidder’s Qualifications must indicate Contract Number 12710 and title, ELECTRIC SUBSTATION CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES, on the front page of the Bidder’s Qualifications and so noted on the outside of the envelope.

A packet of the Contract Documents may be obtained by contacting the Contracts Management Office, 220 South Main Street, Room 323, Memphis, Tennessee.

If after attempting to obtain competitive bids for material or services, only one (1) bid is received and that bid does not exactly meet our specifications or budgetary limits, the Procurement and Contracts Management staff shall have the authority to negotiate with the bidder to secure an acceptable bid.

Any protest must be filed in writing with the Manager of Procurement and Contracts by 5:00 PM CST/CDT within five (5) business days of the Notification of the Intent to Award Letter or non-award incident. Protest may be submitted electronically on company letterhead to the Director of Procurement, Contracts and Strategic Sourcing, Randy Orsby, by 5:00 PM CST/CDT at rorsby@mlgw.org. For a copy of the MLGW Procurement Complaints and Appeals Process, visit www.mlgw.com/protest or call (901) 528-4020.

Before the execution of this Contract, the successful bidder shall be required to furnish a Performance Bond in an amount equal to 100% of the bid price or such lesser amount as determined at the sole discretion of MLGW. The bond shall be made upon the form in this packet and shall be made a part of the Contract. The surety company shall be acceptable to MLGW.

Before the execution of the contract, the successful Bidder shall furnish, pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated § 12-4-201, a Contractor’s Labor and Materials Payment Bond in a determined sum of no less than 25% of the bid price. The bond shall be made upon the form provided by MLGW in this packet and shall be made part of the Contract Documents. Such surety shall be acceptable to MLGW.

All contract bonds shall be written through a surety company duly authorized to do business in Tennessee. No bidder may withdraw a bid for 120 days after the date and hour set for the opening of bids.

MLGW reserves the right to reject bids, to waive Minor Irregularities in the bids received, and to accept any bid or portion of the bid, that MLGW, in MLGW’s sole discretion, deems most favorable to the interest of MLGW.

Direct all questions to Shanikka Tate at state@mlgw.org; (901) 528-4020.

MEMPHIS LIGHT, GAS AND WATER DIVISION

Tausha Kelly

Supervisor, Contracts Management

P. O. Box 430, Memphis, TN 38101-0430

220 South Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103-3917

Sept. 4, 9, 2026 Bd116431

City of Bartlett, TN

INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS

The City of Bartlett Police Department is seeking to purchase Vehicle Emergency Lights and Accessories for Interior Police Pursuit Dodge Durango Sport Utility Vehicles, Interior Police Pursuit Supervisor Dodge Durango Sport Utility Vehicle as per the written specifications.

Bid Information and documents are posted on the City’s website at www.cityofbartlett.org

Sealed bids are to be received no later than 2:00 pm on Wednesday September 30, 2026. All bid packets, with an original and two copies must be labeled “FY2027-09-006 “VEHICLE EMERGENCY LIGHTS AND ACCESSORIES” and addressed as follows:

Mayor David Parsons

City of Bartlett

6400 Stage Rd.

Bartlett, TN 38134

Bidders may direct inquires to Laurie Thompson, Police Department Chief Inspector at 901-385-5540 or email lthompson@bartlettpolice.org

The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in the bidding process.

The City of Bartlett is an equal opportunity employer, and will not discriminate against any individual for any reason.

Sept. 4, 2026 Bd116428

LEGAL NOTICE

 Sealed bids or proposals will be received by Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) via its iSupplier Portal prior to 4:00 PM CDT/CST Tuesday, September 15, 2026, for furnishing 21 POLE STEEL 38' 13"-15" BOLT CIRCLE, RFQ#1804849 AND

 160 LUMINAIRE PENDANT LED 250W EQUIVALENT RFQ #1804851.

CONTACT: JEANINE MCNEARY

TITLE: PROCUREMENT CONTRACTS SPECIALIST I

purchasing@mlgw.org

(901) 528-4701

Sept. 2, 4, 8, 2026 Bd116347

NOTICE

Vehicle will be auctioned on 09/18/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2017 International Prostar – VIN# 3HSDJAPR4HN411940

Vehicle will be auctioned on 09/21/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2017 Ford Focus – VIN# 1FADP3F29HL262297

Vehicle will be auctioned on 09/23/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2017 Ford Escape – VIN# 1FMCU0GD5HUE39575

2018 Freightliner M2 – VIN# 3ALACWFC5JDJH5448

Vehicle will be auctioned on 09/24/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2015 Hyundai Tucson – VIN# KM8JU3AG8FU054648

Vehicle will be auctioned on 09/25/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2023 Freightliner Cascadia- VIN# 3AKJHHDR7PSUL9884

2019 Freightliner Cascadia – VIN# 3ALACWFCXKDLC4101

Vehicle will be auctioned on 10/01/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2019 GMC Acadia – VIN# 1GKKNLLS7KZ287767

2016 International Prostar – VIN# 1G4HD57MX9U138563

2005 Ford F-150 – VIN# 1FTPW12595KC18283

2016 Kia Forte – VIN# KNAFX4A66G5582373

2015 Kia Forte- VIN# KNAFK4A60F5369268

Vehicle will be auctioned on 10/02/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2021 Chevrolet Blazer – VIN# 3GNKBCR41MS572226

Vehicle will be auctioned on 10/05/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118

2026 Honda Civic -VIN# 2HGFE4F84TH323890

2024 Volkswagen Taos – VIN# 3VVUX7B27RM040298

2022 Nissan Kicks -VIN# 3N1CP5BV3NL529650

Vehicle will be auctioned on 10/06/2026 @ 9am @ 3815 Winchester Rd. Memphis, TN 38118\

2016 Toyota Camry – VIN#4T1BD1FK5GU184782

Sept. 4, 2026 Md116424

NOTICE

Affordable Towing is auctioning off a 2013 Chrysler 300 vin # 2C3CCAKT1DH667232 owner Matthew Jeremiah Garcia sell date 10/1/2026 at 10am.

Sept. 4, 2026 Md116407

NOTICE

The vehicles bearing VIN numbers 1C4SDJH98MC716302 2021 Dodge Durango, 1HD1KTP17MB671835 2021 Harley Davidson, JA4ARUAU4SU011480 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander, 3GCPCSE08DG291939 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be sold at All At One LLC 1910 Madison Ave Memphis, TN 38104. On September 14, 2026 at 10AM for the cost of repairs and storage fees.

Sept. 4, 2026 Md116353

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE

STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, AND CIRCULATION

(All Periodicals Publications Except Requester Publications)

Company Name/Publication Title Daily News/ Daily News

Publication Number 144300

Filing Date 08/27/2026

Issue Frequency Tuesday-Friday

Number of Issues Published Annually 156

Annual Subscription Price $99.00

Complete Mailing Address of Known Office of Publication (Not printer) (Street, city, County, state, and ZIP+4) PO Box 3663, Memphis, TN 38173-0663 Shelby County

Contact Person Pam Capshaw

Telephone 901-528-8117

Complete Mailing Address of Headquarters or General Business Office of Publisher (Not printer)

PO Box 3663, Memphis, TN 38173-0663

Full Names and Complete Mailing Addresses of Publisher, Editor, and Managing Editor (Name and complete mailing address) Eric Barnes, PO Box 3663, Memphis, TN 38173-0663

Editor (Name and complete mailing address) Eric Barnes, PO Box 3663, Memphis, TN 38173-0663

Managing Editor (Name and complete mailing address) Eric Barnes, PO Box 3663, Memphis, TN 38173-0663

Owner (If the publication is owned by a corporation, give the name and address of the corporation immediately followed by the names and addresses of all stockholders owning or holding 1 percent or more of the total amount of stock. If not owned by a corporation, give the names and addresses of the individual owners. If owned by a partnership or other unincorporated firm, give its name and address as well as those of each individual owner. If the publication is published by a nonprofit organization, give its name and address.)

Full Name Complete Mailing Address

Eric Barnes, PO Box 3663, Memphis, TN 38173-0663

Known Bondholders, Mortgagees, and Other Security Holders Owning or Holding 1 Percent or More of Total Amount of Bonds, Mortgages, or Other Securities. None

Full Names Complete Mailing Address

Tax Status The purpose, function and nonprofit status of this organization and the exempt status for federal income tax purposes: Has Not Changed during preceding 12 months

Publication Title The Daily News

Issue Date for Circulation Data Below August 28, 2026

Extent and Nature of Circulation

Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months

No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date

a. Total Number of Copies (Net press run): 2,690; 2607

b. Paid Circulation

(1) Mailed Outside-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541, (Include paid distribution above nominal rate, advertiser’s proof copies and exchange copies): 94; 79

(2) Mailed In-County Paid Subscriptions Stated on PS Form 3541 (Include paid distribution above nominal rate, advertiser’s proof copies and exchange copies):1,063; 946

(3) Paid Distribution outside the Mails Including Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter Sales, and Other Paid Distribution Outside USPS?: 250; 350

(4) Paid Distribution by Other Classes of Mail through the USPS (e.g. First Class Mail?) N/A, N/A

c. Total Paid Distribution [Sum of 15b (1), (2), (3), and (4)]:  1,407; 1375

d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution (By Mail and Outside the Mail)

(1) Free or Nominal Rate Outside-County Copies included on PS Form 3541: 0; 0

(2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County Copies included on PS Form 3541: 0; 0

(3) Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed at Other Classes Through the USPS? (e.g. First Class Mail): 0; 0

(4) Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail (Carriers or other means): 1,183; 1332

e. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution [Sum of 15d (1), (2), (3), and (4)]: 1,183; 1332

f. Total Distribution (Sum of 15c and 15e): 2,590; 2707

g. Copies not Distributed: 100; 100

h. Total (Sum of 15f and g): 2,690; 2807

i. Percent Paid (15c divided by 15f times 100):  54.32%; 50.79%

Electronic Copy Circulation

Average No. Copies Each Issue During Preceding 12 Months

No. Copies of Single Issue Published Nearest to Filing Date

a. Paid Electronic Copies: 0; 0

b. Total Paid Print Copies (Line 15C) + Paid Electronic Copies (Line 16a): 0; 0

c. Total Print Distribution (Line 15F) + Paid Electronic Copies (Line 16a): 0; 0

d. Percent Paid (Both Print & Electronic Copies) (16b divided by 16c x 100): 0; 0

I certify that 50% of all my distributed copies (Electronic & Print) are paid above a nominal price.

Publication of Statement of Ownership If the publication is a general publication, publication of this statement is required. Will be printed in the 09/04/2026 issue of this publication.

Signature and Title of Editor, Publisher, Business Manager, or Owner Pam Capshaw, CFO

Date 08/27/2026

I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnished false or misleading information on this form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/or civil sanctions (including civil penalties).

Sept. 4, 2026 Md116291