Opelika Observer 9-19-18 E-Edition

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Vol. 10, No. 50

Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Opelika, Alabama

“By local people, for local people.”

IE Designs, Oliver Henry 72nd annual Lee County Fair returns Oct. 2-6 Studio 3:19 partnering to open new downtown shop

Photo special to the Opelika Observer Pictured above are Stacey Jordan of IE Designs and Oliver Henry, left, and Molly Anderson of Studio 3:19. The two are joining forces to open a shop at 804 N. Railroad Ave. in downtown Opelika. A soft opening is scheduled for Oct. 1.

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor IE Designs and Oliver Henry of Auburn and downtown Opelika’s Studio 3:19 are combining forces to open a shared space at 804 N. Railroad Ave. in early October.

A collaboration between residential designer Stacey Jordan and Southern fashionista Molly Anderson, the new space will provide both women with the chance to expand and complement each other’s businesses.

“Opelika is already a destination for shopping and restaurants, and I believe that we will fit in perfectly (with that scene) and be a onestop shop for visitors. Not only will you be shopping for items for your home, but you’ll be shopping for gifts

and items for yourself and others,” Jordan said.

The two met earlier this year while on a tour of their future space, which resulted in an almost instantaneous connection according to Anderson.

“Prior to us meeting, I couldn’t tell you how many people were coming up to me asking me if I knew Stacey. We both had people in our ears telling us how neat it would be if we merged together, and now we’re only weeks away from that happening,” Anderson said.

Home accessories, design and furnishing are the focal points of Jordan’s IE Designs and Oliver Henry.

Brands whose products are sold through her two businesses include Baker, Eastern Accents, Hickory Chair,

Photo by Robert Noles/Opelika Observer

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor The advent of fall means that one of the area’s longest standing traditions is soon to return - the Lee County Fair.

Entering its 72nd

year, this year’s fair will run from Oct. 2-6. Sponsored by the Opelika Exchange Club, it will feature events for people of all ages and interests.

Oct. 2, a Tuesday night, will be “Kid’s

Miss Lee County Fair Beauty Pageant on Tuesday and Wednesday, statewide goat show on Thursday, “Have All the Fun You Can Night” on Friday and big night of live See Fair, page A2

OHTS to perform ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ in fall production

By Arnecia Walker For the Opelika Observer Opelika High School’s Theatre Society will perform William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s

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Photo by Robert Noles/Opelika Observer

Dream” Sept. 20 - 27 for their fall production at the Opelika Center for Performing Arts on the school’s campus.

With more than 18 years of experience with OHTS, Director Revel

Gholston has never done a full Shakespeare play, and decided that it was time to try something new.

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” happens to be one of Shakespeare’s easiest plays to

understand from the audience perspective and the students enjoy getting into it,” Gholston said.

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is one of Shakespeare’s most popuSee OHTS, page A6

Opelika hires Tyler McGill as head swim coach

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Former Auburn University swimmer and Olympic gold medalist Tyler McGill was officially hired to become the City of Opelika’s head swim coach on Sept. 4.

Previously an as-

“My goal, sistant coach whether (a for Auburn student) can University’s swim or not, swimming is to have and diving a place for program, them in our McGill said program. We he looks forMcGill will teach ward to esthem the joys tablishing an of swimming and show “elite learn-to-swim” them that there is a program in Opelika.

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Day” at the fair, which grants adults and children free admission from 4-6 p.m. A grand opening ceremony will be held in-between at 5 p.m.

Highlights of the week include the

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pretty awesome world out there that you can reach by swimming laps up and down a pool,” McGill said.

Hailing from Champaign, Illinois, McGill was a stellar high school diver who committed to swim collegiately at AuSee McGill, page A3

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SUSTO, The Prescriptions to appear in concert Sept. 21 in Opelika

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor

rave reviews from music critics nationwide.

Writer Collin Brennan of the Chicago-based online entertainment magazine Consequence of Sound said the band possesses a “nakedly honest, narrative approach” to songwriting and deep layering and textures put on display throughout their discography.

“It can seem like a pretty hopeless world out

Acclaimed indie/ rock band SUSTO will perform at downtown Opelika’s John Emerald Distillery Sept. 21 to promote their latest album “SUSTO STORIES.” Based in Charleston, South Carolina, the band’s seamless blend of the alternative, country, folk and rock genres has garnered attention and

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there sometimes, but this is the kind of music that just hits in the right way on those long, dark nights of the soul,” Brennan wrote in a review of their 2016 album & I’m Fine

band pursued a more acoustic-driven sound.

Considered by many to be a concept album, SUSTO STORIES contains a web series of “homemade videos of stripped-down The Prescriptions songs” that provide fans the backstory for Today. “Hell, it might each track. even make you laugh Opening for SUSTO when you’re done mopwill be the Nashvillepin’ up those tears.” based group “The SUSTO’s latest Prescriptions,” who cite release is a diversion influences from guitar from the norm, as the

greats including Bob Dylan and Neil Young and modern-day experimental groups like Wilco.

Tickets range in cost from $15-25, and can be purchased through eventbrite.com. The show will begin at 7 p.m. and last until 11 p.m.

For more information, visit www.cottonseedstudios.com. The venue is located at 706 N. Railroad Ave.

‘Sew Up Cancer’ encourages cancer patients, survivors

By Vanessa Poulson For the Opelika Observer The Sew Up Cancer Group, a local organization dedicated to helping women facing cancer and radiation treatment feel comfortable and cared for, specializes in making underarm pillows and drainage tube aprons, along with baked goods and treats. The group continues to encourage women to get annual

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mammograms, as they could help save their lives.

Carla Humphrey, a member of the group, cites her own breast cancer diagnosis in January of this year, as well as her eventual double mastectomy in February, as reasons for why she wants to help other women avoid the difficulties that come with chemotherapy and later stage cancer diagnosis.

“I wanted to get the

word out to other women just how important mammograms can be.

Mine saved my life,” Humphrey said. “Because they caught my cancer so early, I did not require chemotherapy or radiation. I want to help other women avoid that as well.

Our group’s hearts go out to those who do have chemo and radiation, so we sew gifts of love and encouragement to our friends there.”

This year, the group

has “adopted” Northside Intermediate School and Beauregard Elementary School to promote awareness. The group is planning on meeting with teachers briefly before school to pass out informational materials and things to the teachers and other staff members one day during the month of October since it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The team is baking, collecting literature, mak-

music under the tent on Saturday.

Jim Sadler, president of the Lee County Fair

Association and Opelika Exchange Club, said the event provides visitors glimpses of a

simpler, more laid back time.

“What other venue do you have that you can provide competition and gather youth participation in something like this anymore?

You don’t have many,” Sadler said in a previous interview with the Observer. “It’s all about youth and agriculture

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Sew Up Cancer Group ing posters and sewing sweet items from breast cancer awareness fabrics for the event.

For more information

or to volunteer, visit blueberryhillsfarm.net.

The group is actively looking for new members.

and making people aware that there are other things out there besides city life.”

Tickets for the event will cost $3 for adults, $2 for children 12-andunder and $1 for senior citizens and current/former military members.

Armbands to access the rides will cost $20.

Fair gates will open

at 4 p.m. Tuesday and Saturday, and at 6 p.m.

Wednesday-Friday, and will close after crowds leave.

For more information on fair activities and competitions, call the Lee County Extension Office at 334-749-3353 or visit their office located at 600 S. Seventh St.

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Anderson opened the Opelika location of Studio 3:19 in September 2014. Though her primary target group is college-age men and women, she said she carries products for people of all ages and has worked the last four years to expand the range of clothing sizes offered at her shop.

Owned by Opelika businessman and Ward 3 Councilman Dozier Smith T, the building’s construction and renovation process is nearly complete. Once

finished, both women said they plan to hold a soft opening for their joint space Oct. 1.

From Oct. 1-8, Anderson said she will hold a closeout sale at her soon-to-be former space at 204 S. 8th St. to liquidize as much inventory as possible to help with the move and expansion to a new location.

Oct. 12 is the scheduled grand opening for both businesses. Once opened, their hours will be 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturdays and closed each Sunday.

For more information or updates, like and follow the three businesses on social media.

McGill,

from A1 burn in fall 2005. During his four-year tenure at Auburn, he won multiple NCAA and SEC championships and titles, and played under some of the sport’s most renowned coaches in David Marsh, Richard Quick and Brett Hawke.

“Being a part of something bigger than myself was really big to me when I was recruited, and when you have that feeling at a university plus their tradition and my desire to be an Olympian, it was a pretty easy decision to make,” McGill said.

“I was one of the rare classes that got to experi-

ence of all three coaches, each outstanding in their own way. They definitely helped shape who I am as an athlete and who I am as a coach as well.”

McGill’s path to the 2012 Olympic Games started in 2009 as a competitor at the U.S. Nationals and World Championship Trials, finishing runner-up to Michael Phelps in 100-meter butterfly with a time of 51.06 seconds.

During the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials in Omaha, Nebraska, McGill’s second-place finish in the 100-meter butterfly, behind Phelps once again and ahead of future star Ryan Lochte.

At the London Games, McGill finished sixth in the 100-meter butterfly and swam to a gold medal

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Injuries plagued McGill the following season, a decisive factor in his decision to pursue a career in coaching. He worked as an assistant coach under Hawke for more than four years before coming to Opelika.

Last Wednesday, McGill hosted his first swimming lesson for Opelika, which drew nearly 50 students. He will also work with advanced swimmers to prepare them for tournaments, providing analysis and necessary information needed to hone and strengthen their skills.

Through his recruitment of Opelika native and diver Conner Pruitt to Auburn, McGill said he believes he is just scratching the surface of the

city’s talent pool and is excited to see what waves his program will make in the community.

“Conner is a hard-working, very smart individual.

He is one of many, many high school, middle and elementary students in Opelika who are the same way, not just in athletics, but in academics too,” McGill said. “Opelika is full of talented, smart kids, and, when provided really good coaching opportunities, they thrive. I can’t say enough how excited and humbled I am to be able to contribute to that.”

For more information or to schedule classes with McGill, call 334-705-2488 or email tmcgill@opelikaal.gov. He is based at the Opelika Sportsplex, which is located at 1001 Andrews Road.

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Nostalgia

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see if anything could y generation is be done to save him on a nostalgia from the cancer that kick. was taking his life.

This is what happens Nothing could. when a cluster of codgers I lost my dog and have outlived their use“Perspective” the fulness and have time on same day. their hands to look back

By Hardy Jackson Not much to get on the days when they nostalgic over. were young. We cherry The music is another thing. pick the good times out of all the “They” (whoever “they” are) not-so-good that went on, and exsay that music and smell revive change e-mails full of “remember memories quicker than any other when” driblets. stimuli.

And if what is sent to me is any Well, I don’t know about that, indication, the two things that send my generation into fits of selective but the other day my buddy JL (no periods) sent me a link to a webmemory are cars and music. site that would connect you to the On a regular basis, I get inbox music of your generation. filling e-mails full of pictures of I had a good time wasting an cars with flying fins, white sideafternoon listening to one hit after walls and colors that Detroit has another and remembering 1955 not used since 1960 – turquoise and the look on my Daddy’s face and pink being high on the list. when he came into my room to Apparently there are folks who think these machines represent the find out what the racket was and epitome of engineering excellence heard “A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop-alop-bop-bop.” and sophisticated design.

Now that’s a memory worth Not me. As I recall, if you ever keeping. got 50,000 miles out of one, you It seems to me that in this noshad better trade it in fast for its talgic rush we tend to forget (or shelf-life was about done. We in most cases simply ignore) the had a ‘59 Chevrolet that drove bad stuff that went on “back then,” like a truck, drank oil like it was and often misrepresent the good to gas, and drank gas like it owned a make it look better than it was. refinery. Engineering excellence?

But who wants to remember Right. teenage acne, dateless proms, and As for style, it looked like the the guy who took the girl you designer was trying to predict a loved. future that never came. It was, to So we rush to the past. We put it plain, ugly. gather together for reunions where We also had a ’52 Plymouth, a tank of a car that even by Detroit’s we “catch-up” only to discover that catching up gets old fast. then-low standards was a lemon Looking into the face of some when it rolled off the assembly guy or girl who used to be young line. To my embarrassment, is like looking into the mirror evDaddy would not trade it in, sell ery morning and remembering that it, or junk it. it is now and not then.

It was the perfect politician’s You love those folks from long car, so he saved it for campaigns for he knew that there were voters ago, but the longer “ago” becomes, the more today intrudes who would see a candidate in a into then and presents you with new car and believe he was ennow. riching himself in office.

A friend tells me of how he For a while, Daddy had a WWII and some classmates from long surplus Jeep. It died an inglorious ago have an annual fishing trip. death on a dirt road in South AlaWhen the tradition started they bama, far from the battle lines for which it was born – just quit, gave would meet, drink whiskey, talk about chasing women (maybe even up, surrendered. chase some), drink some more, Now, I may treasure the memoand maybe fish a little. ries of what happened in these Now they meet, have an occacars, but the cars themselves hold sional beer, talk about high blood little charm for me. pressure and prostate problems, No, for that matter, do cars in play cards, and maybe fish a little. general.

And someone might mention The only vehicle I ever owned that I recall with any fondness was “back then,” but those tales have been told and most don’t improve a 1975 VW Bus that doubled as a with re-telling. camper and canoe carrier.

The older I get, nostalgia ain’t Bought it used for $1,500 and what it used to be. named it “Perspective” because I Harvey H. (“Hardy”) Jackson was fond of saying it allowed me to “put everything in perspective.” is Eminent Scholar in History at Jacksonville State University.

It died outside Athens, Georgia, when I was taking my beloved dog He can be reached at hjackson@ cableone.net. to the UGA Veterinary School to

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Old Bibles

and space. I guess I’ll wanted to be the first to wish you a happy never know. birthday today. I hope And I guess you’ll you’re doing well. Life never know that is pretty good down here. growing up was hard Things have been going great. without you. But And hey,you know it made me strong what? I’m going fishing I think. And even

By Sean Dietrich though I didn’t enjoy today, in your honor. I thought you’d get a kick out of much of my childhood, I am that. If I catch something, I’m really enjoying life now. Truly going to throw it back. That way enjoying it. And I am grateful to people won’t mistake me for a you for that. Sort of. good fisherman. We don’t want Long ago, however, I wasn’t that. grateful. I was mad at you for It’s too bad we can’t get totaking your own life. It was like gether and catch up. That would someone had sucked the blood be fun. I think you would like the from my body and replaced it adult me. I think I’m a nice guy. with lighter fluid.

Let’s see, what else? I live a And one day, when I was sevsimple life. I have a small spot enteen, I opened your old Bible. in the woods, a workshed, a bass I found this little note reading: boat that has seen better days.

“Emotions are not logical.”

And, I have a little office for And I got upset. I hurled your writing. In fact, that’s where book against the wall so hard it I’m writing now. In my office split in two. Pages went flying. camper.

“How’s that for logical!?” I The camper is a ‘52 Yellowshouted. stone. It was cheap, and ugly as Then, I stooped to the ground homemade soap. I spent a year and cried over it. I was so sorry gutting her and fixing her up. It’s I’d damaged something so valustill ugly. But it’s mine. able to you. It was like I’d hurt Inside I have a desk, a kitchenyou. And I don’t ever want to ette, a bed, a small shower, sevhurt you like you did us. eral books, a few mounted bass, The next day, I taped the Bible knick-knacks on shelves. together with shipping tape. I I also have several of your went to great pains to make it things, situated near my desk. look as nice as I could. So that’s I am looking at your barometer, why your old Bible is covered in for instance, which used to sit on tape. Because of me. your garage workbench. I have Anyway, I understand what it a Hank Williams record, an old means to get emotional. Somewatch, your baseball bat, your times I become emotional over Bible. the strangest things, it makes no The Bible is red, cracked, and sense. old. Remember? It was originally A blue heron above me. The Mama’s Bible from her teenage smell of outboard motor exhaust. years. She gave it to you when The way a small boy holds his she bought a new one. father’s hand when walking onto There are highlighted verses, a docked bass boat. dog-eared pages, and notes in the So my life is so marvelous. And back. The notes are yours. They busy. It’s too much to put into date back to God-knows when. words. So I won’t even try. But I remember when you’d sit one day, maybe we’ll go fishing in church. I can still see you, and I’ll hold you the way you dressed in your pressed clothes. once held me.

You’d doodle on a church bulAnd we’ll cry. And we’ll make letin, drawing funny pictures just fools of ourselves. And I’ll tell for me. you all about the me you don’t But sometimes, apparently, you know. took sermon notes. Because here And you’ll apologize to me for they are. One note reads: “Church everything. rummage sale, Aug. 20th. Good And I’ll tell you, “It’s okay. I stuff.” And it’s underlined. don’t hold it against you. I love Another reads: “Clyde R.’s you.” birthday, Tuesday 5:00 P.M.” And I’ll mean it with my whole And one short sentence has heart. mystified me for twenty-five I have to go now. Sorry I got so years: “Emotions are not logical.” emotional with those last paraWhy in the world would you graphs. But you know how it is. write this? And what does it Emotions are not logical. mean?

Happy birthday, Daddy.

It must’ve meant something to Sean Dietrich is a columnist, you or you wouldn’t have penned and novelist, known for his comit. I wish I could ask you about mentary on life in the American it, but we are separated by time South.

‘Wonder Woman’ Needs a Nap

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t is Saturday. A rare kind of Saturday. It’s only one o’clock, and my errands are done. The house is clean. The fridge is stocked with food. My parents are taken care of. My kids are good. I am on my couch, movie playing and dogs snoring.

Conditions are perfect for a nap. The sun is warm through the windows and my eyes are heavy.

But… I cannot nap during the day. Just can’t do it. The moment my body relaxes and sleep peeks around the corner, my brain says, “Nope. Let’s replay the events of the day, relive memories both good and bad from as far bas as 40 years or so, and have a

with sub and long, serious, soda shoppers emotional conwho were just versation with as eager to get ourselves.” home as I was.

Sigh.

I had finally Today’s edged my nap-halting topic: My ByWendy Hodge way to the candy bars, encounter with and the Milky an acquainWays were within reach, tance last Saturday. when I heard someone It happened at the call my name. She’s an Kroger. Tiger Town is hell on wheels on a game acquaintance, more of a Facebook friend really. day Saturday. I am well aware of this fact, but still We chatted for a moment, asking about family and I found myself cruising work. She’s sweet, but I the healthy food aisle (even though we all know can’t remember where on earth I ever actually met I never purchase one single thing from that en- her….

And then, she pointed tire section – it’s a sham I indulge in before heading to the Wonder Woman to the chips/snacks/candy t-shirt I was wearing and said, “You really think aisle), bumping elbows

that’s a good idea?”

I looked down at myself, expecting to see remnants of my lunch.

“You mean wearing a tshirt to Kroger?” I asked.

“No. This thing you have for Wonder Woman. You post about her on Facebook all the time. Is she really the kind of hero you want to promote?”

“I’m not sure what you mean,” I answered, sensing that this conversation was heading south quickly.

“Well… I mean…

Wonder Woman. Isn’t that an impossible standard to live up to?

No little girl grows up to be Wonder Woman.

Shouldn’t we keep things real?” She looked at me

with genuine concern on her face, as if she might consider an intervention. I could picture her scooping up my Wonder Woman bobble head, coffee mug, and assorted action figures off my desk at work and tossing them into a cardboard box before shuttling me off to a rehab facility specializing in superhero obsession.

I just smiled at her and said, “It was so good to see you… Really gotta run!” There simply was not enough energy in my soul to even muster a reply. Wonder Woman was surely disappointed in my cowardly retreat.

And here I am, a week later, replaying her words. Did she have a

point? Was my shameless display of Wonder Woman on my t-shirt in the local supermarket a message to girls and women everywhere that they are doomed to fail if they can’t stop bullets in mid-air? Had I, in my desire to promote fierce women, actually done more harm than good?

It’s true that I have a fascination with her, dating back to the 70s when I was a little girl sitting on the living room floor watching Lynda Carter in the original Wonder Woman TV series. She was a whirl of magic bullets and astonishing physical attributes (I once See Hodge, page A11

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City of Smiths Station makes ‘Annual Community Resource history, buys first-ever vehicle Fair, Fall Festival’ returns Oct. 6

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor

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By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor History was made in the City of Smiths Station last week following the purchase of its first-ever vehicle, a 2019 Ford Explorer to be used by Code Enforcement Officer Ed Adams.

An employee of the city since its inception in 2001, Adams had used his own personal vehicle to fulfill the obligations of his job.

“It’s a plus for the city to have a

city vehicle that (its) code enforcement officer can use. It gives us a better presence and helps visibility, (showing) that we mean business on enforcing our codes and requirements,” Copeland said.

This is the one of many milestones Copeland said he hopes to attain for Smiths Station as he begins his second year in office.

For more information or to learn more about the City of Smiths Station, visit www.smithsstational. gov.

AACT to hold six October shows Special to the Opelika Observer Auburn Area Community Theatre’s Young Performers are presenting The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. in October. Jeff Brown’s best-selling children’s book, “Flat Stanley” is a literary and pop cultural phenomenon brought to life on stage in this captivating show.

Stanley Lambchop is an ordinary boy who longs to be more. After wishing on a falling star one night, his bulletin board falls on him and he wakes up flat.

Here, his adventures begin, traveling the world through the mail.

Come meet his family, friends and others of all shapes and sizes as they sing

and dance their way through Hollywood, France, Honolulu and more. This musical comedy about the value of being different and importance of family is full of infectious fun for all.

Performances will take place at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center on 222 E Drake Ave. in Auburn Oct. 4-6, 8, 11, and 12 at 6:30 p.m. with matinees Oct. 6 and 13 at 4 p.m.

Flat Stanley is enjoyable for all ages with a run time of one hour. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors. Oct. 8 is “Family Night” and all tickets are $8.

Call 334-332-0881 or visit www.auburnact.org for ticket purchases and more information. Email info@auburnact.org

for group rate information.

Auburn Area Community Theatre is a non-profit organization that exists to serve the Auburn/ Opelika Community. Its purpose is to provide an opportunity for education and participation in the world of theatre and present a quality, entertaining, and thought-provoking theatre experience.

Auburn Area Community Theatre is a member of the Auburn Arts Association. AACT is actively soliciting new members who have an interest in helping the growth of community theatre.

AACT members and the community-atlarge are encouraged to participate.

For more information please visit www.auburnact.org.

True Deliverance Holiness Church of Auburn will hold its free “Annual Community Resource Fair and Fall Festival” Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Affiliated with the event for more more than nine years, Sutricia Johnson said it helps to bring the community together and inform them of what resources are available at their fingertips.

“We try to bring as many groups together to inform people at the event of what this area has to offer. Our target group is members of the underserved community, and bring those agencies to them where they can ask questions, get help or information,” Johnson said.

Following is a participating list of event vendors: - Alabama Arise - Auburn University School of Pharmacy Baker Financial Group Beacon Children’s Hospital Bioscrip Infusions CHIP Clinic (Auburn University and VCOM) Compassus Hospice

East Alabama Medical Center’s Diabetes and Nutrition Center and Home Care departments Harris Funeral Home estate planning Lee County Sheriff’s Department Lee-Russell Council of Governments Life South Bloodmobile Massey Family Chiropractors People of Action for Community (P.A.C.E.) Southeast Sickle Cell Association The Pitts Group Primerica Unity Wellness - HIV testing

Viva Medicare HMO Walmart - free flu and pneumonia vaccinations for those who are eligible Women’s Hope Medical Clinic Wright’s Grocery explanation of delivery van services Young Ladies of Integrity (YLI).

The event will also include door prizes, food and entertainment for children.

For more information, call 334-502-4700.

The church, pastored by Bishop Nolan T. Torbert, is located at 936 N. Donahue Drive.

Lee county employees receive certificate in county administration Special to the Opelika Observer Lee County’s Human Resources/Safety Manager Erica Norris and Accounts Payable Representative Belinda Smith have each been presented with a Certificate in County Administration by the Association of County Commissions of Alabama (ACCA). The certifications were granted in August at the Association’s 90th Annual Convention.

“We’re so proud of Erica, Belinda and the county employees across Alabama who have demonstrated their commitment to becoming better public servants by participating in this continuing

education program,” said ACCA Executive Director Sonny Brasfield. “This is a proven program that requires participants to do more than simply show up for class. It involves a tremendous amount of dedication to making local government services better for our state’s residents.”

To receive a Certificate in County Administration, administrative personnel approved to participate in the program must com-

plete 60 hours of course work.

The Association of County Commissions of Alabama is a statewide organization speaking for all 67 counties with one voice.

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National POW/MIA PSC to hold public Recognition Day is Friday meeting Sept. 26

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Friday will mark the 20th anniversary of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, which was created to honor American soldiers who were prisoners of war and those still missing in action.

The flag commemorating the day was adopted in 1990, but the occasion became an annual tradition

following Congress’s passage of Section 1082 of the 1998 Defense Authorization Act. Groups like the National League of Families have successfully organized celebrations of the event across the country.

President Donald Trump will issue a proclamation on the morning of Sept.

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Rev. Larry Williams shares 9/11 stories with Opelika Rotary Club

The Alabama Public Service Commission, referred to as the PSC, has the responsibilities of regulating and setting rates that utility companies, electricity, gas and water, charge their customers which also determines the rate of profits made by the utilities.

In an open letter on the Southern

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lar works for stage.

The play surrounds the events of young Athenian lovers and the trials that are faced, which are relatable during this day and age. The original

Company’s website, Thomas A. Fanning Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, states “…we are establishing an intermediate goal of a 50 percent reduction in carbon emissions from 2007 levels by 2030 and a long-term goal of low- to no carbon operations by 2050.”

The PSC will play a vital role in making this a reality as Southern Company is the parent company

of Alabama Power.

On Sept. 26 at 7 p.m., there will be a public meeting at the Grace and Hubert Harris Meeting Center, across from the Auburn Post Office, to discuss the PSC and its role in future energy sources for Alabama consumers.

In addition to knowledgeable sources regarding the PSC, candidates for the up-coming PSC election have also been invited to attend.

production is typically around two and a half hours, but the script has been condensed for the fall production.

The cast has known their roles since May and has been rehearsing to tackle the tough language and elements of the play. The productions debut Sept.

20 and 22 at 7 p.m.,

Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. and Sept. 25-27 at 7 p.m.

Tickets are available at the venue for $7 for students (college students included) and $10 for adults.

For more information about the production or tickets, call (334) 745-9715.

OCPA is located at 1700 LaFayette Parkway.

Special to the Opelika Observer Rev. Larry Williams shared memories of the 9/11 tragedy with Opelika Rotary. Williams served as a volunteer chaplain at the World Trade Center Memorial. He showed the personal photos of the site which once held the towers, and of the surrounding area. Williams’ speech could described as awe-inspiring and truly amazing.

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ith urns overflowing with yellow and orange flowers and an Auburn Tigers wreath on the door, Ellen and Eric Canada are ready for fall and football season. Ellen is sharing their favorite tailgate recipes and other recipes for special times with family. Eric also enjoys cooking and has several specialty recipes that he prepares for family and friends.

Eric is the spotter for Auburn Tiger home football games, as he assists Ric Smith, the stadium announcer, who gives a play by play of the games. Since Eric and Ric have to

be at the stadium three hours ahead to study the roster, they meet with friends after the game for a post-game “tailgate” party. Everyone takes food, and they watch other games on television.

“It's sort of like a tailgate,” adds Ellen, “but with climate control and bathrooms. We talk about the game, and cheer for (or against) other teams in games that we watch on TV. The food is always good, but the best part is just enjoying our time together.”

The Canadas have lived in Opelika since 1996 when Eric was transferred by AmSouth

Bank from Birmingham.

He is now the president at the National Bank of Commerce in Opelika.

Ellen began working at Southern Union in 2002. A few years ago, she retired and then started working parttime in the financial aid office.

They have two daughters, Rachel, 25, who lives in Opelika, and Amy, 26, who resides in Waco, Texas., after receiving her master’s degree from Baylor University. Rachel, who graduated from Auburn, worked for a year and a half at the Honduras Emmanuel Orphanage.

She returned in July and is working at different

Photo by Ann Cipperly Ellen Canada enjoys cooking for her family and for post-game tailgate parties with friends. Her husband, Eric, works with the stadium announcer as the spotter for Auburn Tiger home football games. Ellen is sharing favorite recipes for football parties and fall dinners. places while looking for a job in her degree.

Ellen grew up in Gadsden. She has fond memories of going to her grandmother’s home after church on Sundays to linger over wonderful homecooked meals.

When Ellen was 15, her family moved to Decatur.

Ellen and Eric met when he was attending Jacksonville State University and she was working in the financial aid office at the college. After they married, the Canadas moved to

Full Moon Bar-B-Que goes pink, hosts fundraising campaign Special to the Opelika Observer Full Moon Bar-B-Que is supporting the fight against breast cancer by launching its “Half Moon Cookies for a Cause” campaign benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA). The iconic half moon cookie tins have gone pink and $1 from every pink tin of cookies purchased beginning Sept. 10 will be do-

nated back to the organization. All money raised through the fundraiser will then be matched by Coca-Cola Bottling Co. “We’re thankful for Full Moon BBQ’s commitment to engaging the community in funding breast cancer research in Alabama, which will save lives,” said Beth Bradner Davis, Executive Director of the BCRFA. “Half Moon Cookies are a local favorite, and we’re excited that these sweet

treats will be supporting innovative research to eradicate breast cancer.”

Considered one of the essential “100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama,” Full Moon’s Half Moon Cookies are made from scratch daily with fresh ingredients including southern pecans and decadent chocolate chips.

Crisp from the oven, each cookie is hand-dipped in rich, melted milk chocSee Full Moon, page A8

Birmingham where Eric went to work at AmSouth Bank.

The Canadas are enjoying the football season. Among Ellen’s tailgating recipes is her specialty Chex Mix with Nuts that she slowly bakes at 250 degrees.

She stores the mixture in containers to take to the post game party. She also makes tasty snacks to take to her family’s reunion and to give for Christmas gifts.

Cream Cheese Chicken Chili is another favorite to take to

tailgating or watching football at home on cool fall evenings. Ellen often makes the chili in the slow cooker and lets it simmer to develop the flavors. It is a good to serve anytime during the fall season. It is one of Amy’s recipes she received in Texas.

Eric enjoys cooking a few special dishes, including the Brownie Cake and Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce. The Brownie Cake is similar to a Mississippi mud cake See Recipes, page A9

Opelika native to perform at The Sound Wall Oct. 5 Special to the Opelika Observer Opelika native and singer/songwriter Sylvia Rose Novak will perform a first-ever backyard concert at The Sound Wall Oct. 5.

Novak and her band are celebrating the release of their new album, “Someone Else’s War.” In this latest release, her Americana style and remarkable lyrics shine throughout.

Novak navigates her

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Encore Rehabilitation-Opelika is proud to introduce you to Regional Director Trip Garner, PT, ATC

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olate, Half Moon Cookie Tins come with 20 cookies and can be purchased at any Full Moon Bar-B-Que location or online at FullMoonBBQ.com to schedule a pick up in store for $22.99 with $1 of every tin going back to the BCRFA. "Full Moon is a proud supporter of BRCFA and excited for this partnership to continue to give back to such a worthy cause,” said David Maluff, Full Moon BBQ Owner. “Place your order for your pink cookie tins now as we are confident these will go quick.”

If you would be interested in interviewing a representative from Full Moon Bar-B-Que or the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama about the “Half Moon Cookies for

a Cause” campaign please contact Samantha Jarman at 225-936-4628. For more information on BCRFA please visit www.bcrfa.org.

For additional information about Full Moon Bar-BQue, visit www.fullmoonbbq.com.

About Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama is an independent 501C3 nonprofit organization supporting innovative research to help diagnose, treat, prevent and eradicate the disease. Since its inception in 1996, the BCRFA has contributed more than $7.7 million to fund research at the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center and their collaborative partners. All funds raised stay here in the state of Alabama, but the research has a global, life-saving impact.

About Full Moon BarB-Que Full Moon BBQ has been in operation since 1986.

The Maluff brothers, David and Joe, have grown the business while continuing a family-owned tradition that caters to folks who know great barbecue from the rest.

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Former Auburn athletic director and three former quarterbacks featured at Women’s Philanthropy Board event Special to the Opelika Observer Tickets are currently available for the 2018 Women’s Philanthropy Board Fall Colloquium and Luncheon, featuring Auburn Athletics Director Emeritus David Housel and former Auburn quarterbacks Randy Campbell, Stan White and Ben Leard Oct. 12 at The Hotel

at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center.

Housel, a 1969 Auburn alumnus, will serve as the luncheon’s keynote speaker, presenting, “Looking at Life, Auburn, and One Another as seen from The Backbooth at Chappy’s,” and will focus on musings inspired from his essays shared through

his popular Facebook page, The “Backbooth at Chappy’s.”

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the author of six books, including the “Auburn University Football Vault,” “Saturdays to Remember” and “From the Desk of David Housel, a Collection of Auburn Stories.”

The morning colloquium, “Be the Quarterback of Your Financial Future,” will feature Campbell, White and Leard who work in the financial services and insurance industries.

Campbell played quarterback from 1981-83 and led the Tigers to the 1983 SEC Championship. He is the owner and manag-

ing partner of Campbell Wealth Management, a comprehensive wealth management firm.

White played quarterback from 1990-93, where he led his team to a perfect 11-0 season in his final year. He now serves as the radio color commentator for Auburn Football, hosts several sports talk radio shows and is the owner of a local State Farm Insurance and Financial Service Agency.

Leard played quarterback from 1998-2000 and is considered one of the top 10 quarterbacks in Auburn history.

He currently serves as senior vice president of J. Smith Lanier & Co. Following the colloquium, attendees will be able to participate in a question-and-answer session and photo opportunity with Campbell, White and Leard.

A networking coffee and WPB Corporate and Business Partner showcase will begin at 9 a.m., with the colloquium beginning at 10:30 a.m. The luncheon will begin at noon.

Because of construction in the hotel parking lot, attendees are asked to arrive early or park off-site. Complimentary valet parking will be provided.

Individual, openseating reservations for the luncheon are $65 and a platinum pair of reservations is available for $250. Reserved sponsorship tables of 10 seats are available in the following price structure: Gold Table, $800; Platinum Table, $1,200; and Diamond Table, $1,500. Reservations and sponsorships may be purchased by visiting www.carycenter.auburn.edu/wpb For more information about the Women’s Philanthropy Board or the 2018 Fall Colloquium and Luncheon, call 334-844-3524 or email wpbchs1@auburn.edu.

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and is nearly always requested for special occasions. The Bread Pudding makes a scrumptious fall dessert topped with the sauce.

Eric, who grew up in Lincoln outside of Birmingham, was inspired to cook by his grandmother, who had a love for cooking.

Ellen enjoys cooking and adapts recipes to suit her family’s taste.

She experimented with recipes to create the Collards Quiche as an appealing way to serve greens on New Year’s Day. It is now a family tradition. For convenience, she uses canned collards.

To add more nutrition to Banana Nut Bread, she replaced half the flour with oats.

The oats make it a hearty bread to serve at breakfast or for snacks anytime.

Ellen’s sister, Susan Hall, gave her the recipe for the Ham Spread.

It is a good recipe for tailgating or take to the beach.

The filling can be prepared ahead and

spread on English muffins and then placed under the broiler to lightly brown. Save the recipe for a creative way to serve leftover ham.

Rachel prepares the Sausage and Veggie Skillet for a quick, healthy and flavorful supper. She is working at George’s Markets and brings home fresh vegetables and fruits.

She also enjoys making the Brown Cookies, which Ellen’s grandmother made. The mixture is cooked in a saucepan and dropped on a sheet to set.

While the Canadas enjoy post-party tailgating with friends after home football games, during the week they savor time together relaxing on their deck in the afternoons.

Ellen and Eric attend First United Methodist Church and are involved in a new Sunday evening service called The Five.

Whether you are tailgating at the stadium or watching games at home, clip and save Ellen’s recipes for delicious dishes to serve for football parties and dinners with family and friends this fall.

Ann Cipperly can be contacted at recipes@ cipperly.com.

House Specialty Chex Mix with Nuts I am required to bring this when our family gets together for the holidays. It is also a popular gift for friends.

6 Tbsp. butter or margarine 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 3 tsp. Jane’s Krazy salt (seasoned salt) ¼ tsp. ground red pepper ¼ tsp. chili powder 2-3 dashes Tabasco sauce (to taste) 3 cups each: Wheat

Chex, Corn Chex and Rice Chex 1 ½ cups mixed nuts Melt butter in large roasting pan in 250-degree oven. Stir in seasonings until mixed well. Then add cereals and mixed nuts.

Bake at 250 degrees for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

Spread out to cool on paper towels.

Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks (it probably won’t last that long).

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FOOD RATINGS Cakeitecture Bakery 114 W. Magnolia Ave. Auburn Score: 100

Mrs. Story’s Dairy Bar 1900 Pepperell Parkway Opelika Score: 96

Five Guys Burgers and Fries 121 N. College St. Auburn Score: 99

El Patron Mexican Grill 2212 Frederick Road Opelika Score: 95

Huddle House 2020 Gateway Drive Opelika Score: 97 Durango Mexican Grill 1706 Frederick Road Opelika Score: 96

Little Caesar’s 1515 2nd Ave. Opelika Score: 95 The Mason Jar 1936 S. College St. Auburn Score: 94

Carole Harris’ Brownie Cake Eric Canada 2 cups sugar 2 cups sifted allpurpose flour Mix sugar and flour together and set aside.

1 stick margarine ½ cup cooking oil 3 Tbsp. cocoa 1 cup water ½ tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. vanilla 2 eggs ½ cup buttermilk In a saucepan, combine margarine, oil, cocoa and water. Bring to a rapid boil, pour over sugar and flour mixture. Add soda, vanilla, eggs and

buttermilk. Mix well.

Pour into wellgreased 9 by 13inch baking pan.

Bake at 300 for 1 hour or until tests done.

Icing 1 stick margarine 3 Tbsp. cocoa 6 Tbsp. buttermilk 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup chopped pecans 1 box confectioners’ sugar Bring first 3 ingredients to a boil in a saucepan. Add remaining ingredients.

Pour over cake as soon as it comes out of the oven.

Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Eric’s specialty 3 large eggs, slightly beaten 1 ½ cups sugar 2 Tbsp. light brown sugar ½ tsp. ground nutmeg ¼ cup butter, melted 2 ¾ cups whipping cream 4 cups French bread (most of a 1 lb. loaf cut into chunks) Combine first 4 ingredients, cool slightly. Then add eggs and whipping cream.

Gently stir in

bread. Pour into a lightly greased baking dish and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until done. Do not overcook.

Whiskey Sauce ½ stick butter ½ cup sugar 3 Tbsp. whipping cream 2 Tbsp. whiskey Pinch of salt Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add other ingredients and whisk until blended and thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Spoon over individual servings of bread pudding.

Cream Cheese Chicken Chili Amy Canada Amy introduced us to this about three years ago.

It’s now a family favorite on cool fall nights or to take to football gatherings.

2 chicken breasts 1 can black beans, drained 1 can corn, undrained 1 can Rotel tomatoes, undrained 1 pkg. ranch dressing mix 1 tsp. cumin

1 Tbsp. chili powder 1 tsp. onion powder 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese (light) Place chicken at bottom of crock pot. Pour black beans, corn and Rotel on top of chicken. Top with seasonings and ranch dressing mix.

Stir all together.

Place cream cheese on top.

Cover pot with lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Collard Green Quiche I came up with this recipe as a different way to have our greens on New Year’s Day. It is now a family tradition.

1 deep dish pie crust 1 small can Glory collard greens ½ cup chopped ham or bacon 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 2 Tbsp. flour

3 eggs ½ cup whole milk Bake empty pie crust for about 15 minutes at 350 (to prevent soggy crust).

Fully drain greens, mix with ham and shredded cheese.

Put into pie shell.

Mix eggs, milk and flour and pour over everything.

Bake in 350 oven for about 40 minutes or until done.

Broccoli Salad 4 heads broccoli florets, chopped ½ cup golden raisins ¼ cup chopped purple onion ½ lb. crisp bacon, crumbled 1 cup (or less) sugar 1 cup vinegar

1 cup mayonnaise Put broccoli, raisins, onion and bacon together in large bowl.

In medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Mix all together and refrigerate for 4 hours or more.

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2 bananas Process ingredients in blender or juicer with crushed ice.

Oatmeal Banana Nut Bread ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 3 very large ripe bananas, mashed 1 cup sifted allpurpose flour 1 cup 1-minute oats 1 tsp. baking soda ½ tsp. saalt ½ cup chopped nuts Cream butter and sugar thoroughly.

Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add mashed bananas and beat well.

Sift flour, oats, soda and salt together and add to butter-sugarbanana mixture, mixing well. Stir in nuts.

Pour into greased and floured 9x5x3 loaf pan. Bake at 350 for 55 to 60 minutes.

Allow to cool thoroughly before slicing.

Tailgate Antipasto Squares Inspired by a recipe from Terri Neighbors 2 cans crescent rolls About ½ lb. sliced ham About ½ lb. sliced turkey Pepperoni Swiss cheese slices Provolone cheese slices 1 jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 2 eggs Shredded Parmesan cheese Unroll 1 can cres-

cent rolls (do not tear apart) and place in bottom of greased 9x13 pan.

Place a layer of sliced ham in bottom of pan, then layer Swiss cheese, turkey, provolone, pepperoni and then peppers.

Beat eggs with Parmesan cheese and pour over layers.

Top with second can of crescent rolls (do not tear apart).

Brush remains of egg mixture on top.

Bake at 350 degrees about 30 minutes.

Cut into squares.

Ham Spread My sister, Susan Hall, introduced us to this on our family beach trips. It is a favorite now on beach trips or as a tailgating food.

2 cups ham, chopped in food processor 2 cups grated Swiss cheese ¼ cup chopped green pepper

¼ cup chopped green onion 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce ½ cup mayonnaise Mix all ingredients together.

Spread on halved English muffins and bake at 300 degress or broil until hot and bubbly.

May also be served cold on crackers.

Brown Cookies I remember my grandmother making these no bake chocolate oatmeal cookies.

Now my daughters (mainly Rachel) will mix up a batch of these for a late-night dessert.

1 stick butter or margarine 2 cups sugar 3 Tbsp. cocoa ¼ cup milk Melt butter in a

large saucepan.

Add other ingredients, stir, and bring to a boil. Boil for one minute, 50 seconds.

Remove from heat and add: 2 Tbsp. peanut butter 1 tsp. vanilla 2 ½ - 3 cups oatmeal (1-minute oats) Stir all together till well mixed, then drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper to cool.

Sausage and Veggie Skillet Rachel Canada Rachel will throw this together for a quick, healthy and flavorful supper.

1 lb. Capps sausage, sliced 1 large sweet potato, cubed 1 bell pepper, chopped About 1 cup water Add a little oil

to iron skillet and brown sausage.

Add veggies and cook for about five minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add about 1 cup water and cook in skillet over low heat until vegetables are your preferred consistency.

Other vegetables can be added or substituted.

Elaine’s Pecan Pie 3 eggs, slightly beaten 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/4 cup corn syrup (I use dark Karo.)

1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup pecan halves 9-inch unbaked deep-dish pie shell Combine all in-

gredients, except pie shell, in order listed.

Blend well and pour into pie shell.

Bake in preheated oven (450 degrees) 10 minutes.

Reduce temperature to 325 degrees and bake 50-55 minutes or until silver knife comes out clean.

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Community Calendar: Events around town

Ongoing: • Village Friends/Village Values is a nonprofit organization that supports seniors who prefer to stay in their own homes as they grow older. For info or to schedule a presentation to your group, call 334-209-4641. For the website, Google “village friends village values.”

• The Martha Wayles Jefferson DAR chapter is appealing for sweaters, jackets, trousers, shirts and socks, women’s clothing, soft soap in individual containers, shaving supplies, disposable razors, denture cleanser, toothpaste and toothbrushes, DVDs, games, books and magazines to take to veterans at the CAVHCS in Tuskegee. The Martha Wayles Jefferson DAR Chapter regularly visits veterans living in assisted living, the homeless domiciliary and psych (trauma) ward in Tuskegee. Donations are tax deductible and will be much appreciated. Pick up is provided. Please call Linda Shabo at 887-6659 or at 256-307-1449.

Mondays: • “Gimme A Break” Support Group for parents whose children have autism will be held from 9-11 a.m. at the EAMC Health Resource Center, 2027 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika. This is a monthly event on the first Monday of each month for parents to connect with each other.

• The John Powell American Legion Post 18 and Auxiliary meets the third Monday at 7 p.m. at

910 West Point Parkway in Opelika.

• The Opelika Community Band practices from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Auburn High School band room. Everyone is welcome, amateurs and professionals alike.

• Smiths Station Military Chapter of Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) meets weekly at Mike & Ed’s at 5 p.m. For more information, call 2975581 or visit www.nonukesforiran.org.

• The Lee County Voters League meets the first Monday of every month at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1335 Auburn St. in Opelika.

• The Touched by Suicide Support Group meets the first Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the East Alabama Medical Center Health Resource Center, 2027 Pepperell Parkway. For more information, contact Deborah Owen, EAMC’s director of Psychiatric Services at 334528-4197 or deborahowen@ eamc.org.

• The fourth Monday of each month a Community Grief Support Group meets from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the EAMC Health Resource Center. No reservations are necessary; everyone is welcome. For more information call 826-1899 or 502-0216.

• T.O.P.S (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly), a weight loss support group, meets every Monday night from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Covington Recreation Center, 213 Carver Ave., Opelika. For more info contact Mary

Johnson, 749-1584.

• The Lee County Commission meets the second and last Mondays of each month at the courthouse beginning at 5 p.m.

• The Commercial Horticulture Extension Team organizes webinars to provide quick updates for producers on various topics of interest.

Whether you are interested in the proper way to plant fruit trees or have questions in turf management, these webinars cover a wide range of subjects. Webinars are streamed live via Panopto on the last Monday of every month starting in January and ending in November.

During the presentation, participants can send questions via email. The webinars also are recorded and stored in the archive on the Beginning Farmer website.

Webinar topics include: trap cropping for reducing squash insect pests, cowpea curculio updates, nutsedge control, introduction to potting mixes in ornamental container production, dealing with drought in commercial horticulture crops, and many more.

To view the full schedule, please visit www.aces. edu/anr/beginningfarms/ webinars.php. Please send questions during the presentations to Ann Chambliss, thameae@auburn.edu. For questions regarding the webinar series or for providing suggestions, please email Dr. Ayanava Majumdar at bugdoctor@auburn.edu.

Tuesdays: • Ballroom Dance Classes

at the Opelika Sportsplex from 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Instructor is Cody Wayne Foote. For more info call Diane at 749-6320.

• A monthly educational program on topics for autism parents, caregivers and teachers will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at Trinity United Methodist Church, 800 2nd Ave., Opelika from 6-7:30 p.m. Childcare is provided, but reservations need to be made by contacting Maria Gutierrez at mariag@ leecountyautism.com to make sure there are enough volunteers.

• The East Alabama Old Car Club meets every first Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Monarch Estates Clubhouse, located at 1550 East University Drive, Auburn. A program of interest to the old car enthusiast is presented.

Car ownership is not required.

• The Opelika City Council meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7 p.m. Meetings are preceded by non-voting work sessions that typically begin about 6:30-6:45 p.m.

• Every second Tuesday, a country, gospel and bluegrass music jam session is held at Pierce Chapel United Methodist Church in Beauregard. The event is free and open to the public. Those who play an instrument should bring it and plan to join in. The jam session is held from 6–8 p.m. 8685 AL Highway 51.

• A Grief Support Group meets at Oak Bowery United Methodist Church Tuesdays at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. for anyone dealing with the pain of loss and feeling the need for support on their journey as they attempt to bring order and wholeness back into their life. Attendance and participation is strictly voluntary for any and all sessions. There are no fees or charges involved. The church is located on U.S. Highway 431 – eight miles north from Southern Union State Community College and Opelika High School.

For more information contact Bill Parker at 459-0214 or 706-518-9122.

• The Auburn Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol meets every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Auburn University Regional Airport. The Civil Air Patrol is a nonprofit organization that is Congressionally chartered to be the civilian auxiliary of the Air Force and focuses on three missions: aerospace education, cadet programs and emergency services. For more information visit www.auburncap.

org or find the organization on Facebook.

• East Alabama Gem & Mineral Society meet the 4th Tuesday of every month at 5:45 p.m. Meetings are held at the Covington Rec. Center located at 213 Carver Ave. in Opelika.

Wednesdays: • The second Wednesday of each month a Community Grief Support Group meets from 10-11 a.m. at the EAMC Health Resource Center. No reservations are necessary. For more info call 826-1899 or 502-0216.

• The John Powell American Legion Post 18 and Auxiliary hosts Bingo every Wednesday night at 6 p.m.

• Every Wednesday is Wine Down Wednesday at the Bottling Plant Event Center from 5 - 8 p.m.

Thursdays: • American Legion Auxiliary Unit 152 meets the first Thursday of every month at 11 a.m. at Niffer’s Place, 917 S. Railroad Ave. in Opelika.

• The Teal Magnolias Gynecological Cancer Support Group meets the second Thursday of every third month at 6 p.m. at EAMC Health Resource Center, 2027 Pepperell Parkway.

For more information on the Teal Magnolias, email tealmagnoliasAL@yahoo. com or find them on Facebook.

• TNT – Teens N Transition is a monthly program for teens and young adults ages 14 and up. The group uses this time to learn social skills as well as connect with others on the autism spectrum. They have enjoyed cooking, bowling, laser tag, movies and game nights. This event is held the third Thursday of each month. Visit leecountyautism.com for more information.

• Opelika-Auburn Newcomers’ Club provides a variety of programs for the betterment of the Auburn/ Opelika community to assist women transitioning into the area or to help women adjust to recent lifestyle changes. The club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. for a luncheon at various local restaurants. Please call or email Cheri Paradice at 334-737-5215 or cheri.paradice@gmail.com for more information or luncheon location of the month.

• The Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group meets at the Health Resource Center at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month.

• T.O.U.C.H. Cancer Support Group meets the third Thursday of the month

at 6 p.m. at EAMC’s Health Resource Center. This is a support group for people living with any type of cancer or their families and friends. Call 334-528-1076 for more information.

• The Sarah West Gallery of Fine Art holds evening and after-school studio art classes year-round. Open to all skill levels, art supplies are included with the cost of registration. Call 334480-2008.

•Sept. 20 - Farm City Tour-Join Farm City for the Kiwi Tour Sept. 20. Farm City members and anyone who would like to go on the tour will meet at the Extension office at 9AM and car pool to the Kiwi Farm in Reeltown. Address: 270-598 McCain Lane, Notasulga, AL 36866 (off 120 Tallassee) From there they will meet at Elmer’s to eat lunch. Address: 6841 Tallapoosa St, Notasulga, AL 36866. Leaving Elmer’s at approximately 1pm they will travel to the Blue Ribbon Dairy Farm (5290 Chana Creek Road, Tallassee, AL 36878) and then return later in the afternoon to the Extension Center.

For more information, call 334-749-3353.

• Oct. 1 - Mark your calendars for Mayor Fuller’s Oct. 1 visit to the Lee County Voter’s League meeting.

Mayor Fuller will speak on his commission to address crime in Opelika many members thought of interest. The general election is approaching and the group will conduct a special meeting Oct. 15 (at the usual 6 p.m. start time) to determine League endorsements, to send out announcements, press releases, etc. for voters who want to participate on November 6. League meetings are held at Bethesda Baptist Church; 201 South 4th Street, Opelika, AL 36801.

Sept. 29 - The Samford Court Community Outreach and Fellowship Group will hold its inaugural “Youth Community Non-Violence Peace Walk and Rally” Sept. 29. Participants are asked to meet at Christian Care Ministries at 1000 Samford Court, with the walk beginning at 10:45 a.m. The public is welcome to attend, and snacks will be provided. Members of the Opelika Fire Department will be on-site with a fire truck for children to explore and interact with. For more information, call Pastor Carolyn Morton at 334-7492465.

Email editor@opelikaobserver.com to place your community events.

New Plains Press opens office in downtown Opelika Special to the Opelika Observer Summerfield Publishing, d.b.a. New Plains Press, has been around since 2007 in the extra bedroom of poet, fiction writer, editor, publisher, college writing instructor, workshop coordinator and tutor Johnny Summerfield.

The press has focused mostly on the

works of Southeastern writers, but their latest offerings due out in September include a hybrid work (poetry/fiction collection) from Tony DePaul, and a poetry collection

by Marion Deutsche Cohen, both from Philadelphia.

The press doesn’t charge a dime for editing or publishing one’s book, like so many publishers that want

like $5,000 for 1,000 books. He says you’re welcome to do that, but said he feels like his is more traditional press in that he is qualified to edit one’s work since he has a master of fine arts in creative writing, and also because he has taught writing for more than a decade at the college level, and still does. He makes money when one’s

book sells, and not before, and so does the writer (usually 20 to 25 percent of retail).

An exciting opportunity has recently presented where New Plains Press has its own office space at the Collaboration Station in Opelika.

Not only does he have space, but writers have space in the conference room or the common area in the

building to read from one’s work with critics and friends looking on, and one can even celebrate the kick off of your book with a nice send off party at the station. So, come by the Collaboration Station, located at 216 S. 8th St. and start a conversation that may lead to one’s book being published.

Summerfield said that everyone has a

story to tell, whether through poetry, fiction, non- fiction, or drama, and Johnny says he can help one realize their dream of being published.

Summerfield’s office hours are noon - 4 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Tueday and Thursday.

For mroe information, email publisher@ newplainspress.com.

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Lee County Farm City honors first responders, 9/11 victims in ceremony

Photo by Robert Noles/Opelika Observer

By Robert Noles Photojournalist On Sept. 11, the Lee County Farm City Tour committee honored first responders at the Opelika Fire Department with the laying of a wreath at that location.

“We are very grateful and thankful for you all to recognize us today in laying of the wreath,” said OFD Fire Chief Byron Prather.

Bob Harris, Commit-

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climate while drawing inspiration from such sources as Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road,” creating a moving personal statement both lyrically and musically.

tee Chairman of the Lee County Farm City Tour Committee, said “the people here are from the Lee County Farm City Committee and we wanted to honor you for this day.”

Harris requested a moment of silence for the thousands of people and their families that were affected by the events of Sept. 11.

After the presentation, the committee toured the New Opelika Fire

Station.

The Lee County, Alabama Farm City Committee promotes a strong relationship between farm families and urban residents by providing programs and information to promote the appreciation of the agricultural Community. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ LeeCountyFarmCityCommittee or call 334749-3353.

"Someone Else’s War" rolls up and down like a highway, introducing itself with an airy lament in “Wildflowers,” and culminating with the closing track “Santa Ana,” a devastating and powerful composition that will leave listeners haunted.

Local guitarist

Brett McDaniel will open the show, which is slated to begin at 7 p.m.

Tickets cost $15 and can be purchased through eventbrite. com.

For more information, visit www. thesoundwallopelika. com.

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from A4 stapled paper plates to my shirt in an effort to create a Wonder Woman-like bust, after which my brother called me “Wonder Woman in a Training Bra”). But Wonder Woman is so much more once you get to know her.

I can’t remember a time when I didn’t covet a lasso of truth. In the summer of ’77 (same year as the paper plate fiasco), I fashioned one of my own using nothing but aluminum foil and an old rope.

The silver foil I covered with gold marker until it glowed, wrapped it around the rope, and secured it with at least three rolls of Scotch tape. Before the afternoon was over, my hands, face and clothes were smeared with goldcolored marker, and I had rope burns from trying to lasso and tame the willow tree stump in the backyard. But, oh, the adventures I had!

Years later, as a mom, my kids often asked if I had some magic way of knowing when they were lying to me. And I did. It’s a gift given to moms when their first child is born. A feeling under the skin when something is not quite right. It doesn’t come in the shape of a lasso, but it is rarely wrong about the truth.

Then there’s the invisible jet. Don’t we all

A11 September 19, 2018 wish we had one parked in the yard that we could hop into and fly away?

Well… maybe I do.

Last Saturday, after I fled the conversation with my anti-superhero friend, what did I do? I walked into the parking lot and performed my well-rehearsed ritual of wandering through the parking lot looking for my car. Sometimes I walk quickly, head down, as if I know exactly where I am headed. More often, I will call a friend and talk on my phone, just to pass the time until I spot my sad little vehicle way off in the distance.

Occasionally my best friend will offer to come drive me around and help me in my search.

My Corolla is, I swear, occasionally invisible.

And hasn’t it taken me on many adventures? Up and down interstates and country roads, my battered little Toyota has gotten me from point A to point B and from one surprise destination to another for quite some time now. I am confident that I am the only one who looks at it and sees it for what it really is… and for the memories it holds.

Of course, we can’t forget Wonder Woman’s love interest.

Steve Trevor, dashing and handsome military intelligence officer… seemingly perfect, but decidedly flawed. How intelligent can a guy be if a pair of glasses is all it takes to make the love of his unrecognizable?

But, oh, I had such a crush on him. My little girl heart could barely stand to look at that thick dark hair and that sideways smile. To this day, I carry a soft spot for Wonder Woman’s boyfriend. Through the years and the comics and the TV shows and the movies, she loved Steve Austin. And so did I. Wonder Woman is not just a superhero princess wrapped in a skin-tight American flag. She is a lover of truth. A brave adventurer. A loyal woman with a genuine heart. Aren’t those all attributes we want our daughters to strive for? Aren’t they what we all want for ourselves at whatever age we may be?

So, for my “friend” in Kroger, I have to say, “Yes. Yes, I do think my t-shirt is a good idea. If some little girl, or 60-year-old grandma for that matter, looks at what I’m wearing and feels a moment of courage or power or joy or gratitude, then yes! As for keeping it real…. The world is real enough all on its own.

Isn’t there room for a higher standard? Don’t we want our girls to reach upward and outward? Would you like to borrow my Wonder Woman t-shirt?”

Forget the nap…. I’m going to Kroger to get a whole pack of Milky Ways!

Wendy Hodge is an Opelika native, an empty nester and lover of all things Opelika.

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Lee County native, musician wins JMA’s ‘Entertainer of the Year’ award Special to the Opelika Observer Beulah native and independent Christian artist Kady Rain was named the “Entertainer of the Year” in the pop/contemporary category of the Josie Music Awards held earlier this month in Dollywood, Tennessee.

Rain said she was humbled following the announcement.

“I would love to say a special thank you to the Josie Music Awards

Rain

for such a great night after winning ‘Entertainer of the Year’ for Pop/Contemporary Music. It wouldn’t have been possible without great support and help from Bomb House Recording, Andy Jones and Caleb Jones from Jeremiah’s Passion, Holt Ingalls from Holt Ingalls Production for filming award winning music video ‘Cinderella Story,’and my parents for continual support and encouragement to

keep pursuing my dreams,” Rain said.

“It’s so amazing to do things I’m passionate about. I can honestly say that I am so grateful God let’s me sing his songs.”

She was also nominated for “Artist of the Year” award and “Song of the Year” for her single, “Draw Water from the Well.”

For more information about Rain and her music, visit www.kadyrainmusic.com.

Local firefighters participate in “Alabama Rembers 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb” Special to the Opelika Observer

Members of the Auburn Fire Department and Opelika Fire Department participated in the Alabama Remembers 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Sept. 16.

The Stair Climb is a way to honor and remember the New York Fire Department firefighters who selflessly gave their lives so that others might live on Sept. 11, 2001.

Each participant pays tribute to an FDNY firefighter by climbing the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center. The firefighters climbed 22 stories of the RSA Tower five times.

The support of the 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb events provides assistance to the surviving families and co-workers of the 343 firefighters who paid the ultimate price.

Special to the Opelika Observer The front L-R; Auburn Battalion Chief Josh Datnoff, Opelika Fire Chief Byron Prather. Back Row L-R; Opelika Firefighter Brian Anyadike, Opelika Firefighter Michael Patterson, Auburn Firefighter Austin Clanton, Auburn Firefighter Cody Krauel, Auburn Lt. John Peeks, Auburn Firefighter Stephen Barnes, Auburn Lt. Josh Holley, Auburn Firefighter Andrew White, Auburn Firefighter Grant Robinson and Auburn Sgt. Bart Rumsey.

Auburn-Opelika Habitat for Humanity holds dedication ceremony for 66th home Friday Special to the Opelika Observer On Sept. 14, The Auburn-Opelika Habitat for Humanity celebrated the dedication of Habitat home #66 with more than 100 community leaders, sponsors volunteers and neighbors.

Part of the organization’s mission is building community and this home was built by a community of more than 23 sponsors.

This home was constructed as an energy efficient house with the goal of receiving the “Passive House” rating.

Auburn University professors David Hinson and Mike Hosey led students

in both the classroom and on the building site.

Auburn University’s Rural Studio developed the concept for this smaller $20,000 home.

“This is the largest turnout we have had for a dedication ceremony.

We had many community sponsors, a great crowd representing Auburn University, friends and neighbors and many community leaders and volunteers who work regularly on the homes with us,” Mark Grantham, Executive Director for Auburn Opelika Habitat shared.

The keys to the new home located on Stevens Street in Opelika were presented to

Michelle Robinson and her daughter Kimberly

by Mayor Gary Fuller, Habitat Board President Aaron Friend, Hinson and Hosey.

Habitat partner families participate in the program by volunteering 500 hours of sweat equity, saving a down payment, participate in home ownership and financial education classes and make a monthly no-profit interest mortgage payment. The mortgage payments are recycled to help build more homes.

For more information on Habitat for Humanity call 334-745-2123 or visit the website www. auburnopelikahabitat.org.

Photos special to the Opelika Observer

Opelika Schools & Sports Inside • opelika schools • lee county schools • community sports

Upcoming Football Games

Sept. 21 Opelika v. Central of Phenix City (H) Beauregard v. Charles Henderson (A) Beulah v. Southside-Selma (A) Smiths Station v. Lee-Montgomery (A)

Beauregard earns first win, defeats Rehobeth 41-7

By Rick Lanier For the Opelika Observer

On the Mark

By D. Mark Mitchell

Opelika drops heartbreaker to Wetumpka, loses 30-28

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pelika (1-3 overall, 1-1 in region) lost to Wetumpka (4-0 overall, 2-0 in region) 30-28 in a huge region game Friday night at Hohenberg Stadium.

The Bulldogs took a 22-13 lead into the locker room at halftime, but allowed 17 points and managed to add only more score in the second half. The Indians outgained Bulldogs by 119 total yards, rushing for 255 yards and passing for 154 yards. The Bulldogs rushed for 200 yards and passed for 90 yards.

The ending of this game reminds all Opelika fans of last year’s game. Opelika drove the football down the field and Tyler Sellers kicked a 42-yard field goal to beat Wetumpka 20-19 as time expired.

Opelika trailed by two points with 2:29 left in the game. Erik

Watts returned a short kickoff to the Bulldogs’ 44-yard line. On third and long, quarterback Cade Blackmon threw a pass downfield, producing a 15-yard pass interference penalty against the Indians, their 20th penalty of the game.

With the football spotted at the Indian 24-yard line, Barnett rushed twice for two yards.

Coach Erik Speakman, with no timeouts remaining, sent kicker Marshall Meyers to attempt the game winning field goal. As the clock counted down, the left footed Meyers was preparing to kick his first field goal in a game.

The snap, hold and kick looked good ... when all of a sudden, two Wetumpka players slipped through an opening in the line and deflect the football as it came off the tee. The football See OHS, page B3

After the loss last week to Valley, Head Coach Rob Carter promised the Beauregard faithful and his players a forthcoming week of practice focused mainly on successfully executing the fundamentals of the game.

He delivered on that promise, and his team delivered on the field by notching their first victory of the season, a 41-7 vic-

tory over Rehobeth Friday night at Hornet Stadium.

While it is only one win, the importance and timing of it cannot be overstated. They had to have it. They worked hard for it. They got it, and with the win took a big step towards returning to their winning ways, but perhaps more importantly, regained some much needed swagger along the way.

From pre-game warmups to the opening kickoff,

it appeared that the Hornets had improved. Anchored by a strong core of upper classmen, their play removed all doubt as they committed far fewer penalties and turnovers, consistently displayed superb tackling and gap control and maintained consistent kick coverage.

The Hornet’s offense took the opening drive and methodically marched down the field in a commanding six-play, 72-yard

See Hornets, page B8

Smiths Station escapes with close win over Enterprise

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor Smiths Station escaped from Enterprise with 22-16 win Friday night, improving to 3-1 overall and 1-0 in region play, the Panthers’ best start to a season since 2015.

Looking to extend their lead to nine points late in the fourth quarter, a Smiths Station field goal attempt

was blocked by the Wildcats, preserving their hopes of a victory. With fewer than 60 seconds remaining, Enterprise mounted a drive, but later turned the ball over on downs to hand the ball back to the Panthers.

The Panther defense maintained a “bend-butdon’t-break” approach, yielding nearly 400 yards of offense but limiting the Wildcats to 16 points, with

none coming in the fourth quarter.

Offensively, the Panthers’ rushing attack proved to be a difference maker in the contest, as star running back L.C. Harris rushed 14 times for 118 yards and two touchdowns. Sophomore quarterback Corey Minton finished 10-of-14 passing for 106 yards, completing passes to six different See Panthers, page B3

Beulah celebrates homecoming, best start since 1995

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor

Photo by Robert Noles/Opelika Observer

Opportunistic, stout defensive play and another dominant rushing performance propelled Beulah to a 27-7 homecoming victory over Prattville Christian Academy Friday night.

With the win, the Bobcats move to 4-0 overall, 1-0 in region play, the program’s best start to a season since 1995.

“It’s not (surprising) for the guys, because they’ve put the

work in. They’ve been needing this around here a long time, and when I came in, I said, ‘hey, we’ve got the talent to be competitive,’” said Beulah Coach Cody Flournoy in a postgame interview.

“I didn’t think we’d be at 4-0, but we’re definitely competitive and winning some games here.”

Even without star running back Caden Dowdell, who was sidelined with an ankle injury, the Bobcats managed to find success on the ground through its stellar offensive

line play, chalking up 324 total rushing yards and four touchdowns.

Quin Page gashed the Panther defense over and over on the game’s opening drive, a frantically paced and beautifully orchestrated possession that culminated in a nineyard scoring run from backup Chris Person fewer than three minutes into the first quarter.

A three-and-out was the result of PCA’s opening drive, but a precise punt by punter/ running back Preston Cox See Beulah, page B3

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PLAYER OF THE WEEK The City of Opelika is proud to sponsor the Opelika High School Player of the Week.

We applaud you for your HARD WORK and DEDICATION on and off the football field.

Beulah Player of the Week Senior defensive lineman Isaiah Glidewell was named the Beulah Player of the Week. In Friday’s 27-7 homecoming win over Prattville Christian Academy, Glidewell finished with 10 tackles (two for a loss) and three punts for a combined 36-yard average.

Junior wide receiver Marien Warner was named the Opelika Player of the Week. In Friday’s 30-28 road loss to Wetumpka, Warner finished with four receptions for 86 yards and a touchdown.

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Senior defensive end and running back D.J. Moffett was named the Smiths Station Player of the Week. In the Panthers’ 22-16 road win over Enterprise Friday night, Moffett rushed 14 times for 97 yards and a touchdown and finished with three tackles and a sack.

Beauregard Player of the Week Senior quarterback Quatavious Seroyer was named the Beauregard Player of the Week. In Friday’s 41-7 win over Rehobeth, Seroyer completed 10-of-15 passes for 197 yards and two touchdowns and also chipped in 62 yards rushing and two more scores.

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Opelika City School board Lee County School Board approves FY2019 budget discusses FY2019 budget

By Michelle Key Editor The Opelika City School Board met last Thursday afternoon.

During the meeting, Finance Officer Chris Harrison presented the proposed FY2019 budget for consideration.

The proposed budget includes a general fund revenue of $42,480, 683. Additional revenue sources including special revenues, debt service, capital projects and revenue from the fiduciary expendable trust bring the total revenue to $53,203,303. The additional revenue sources have various federal mandates and constraints in the use of those funds.

The board voted unanimously to approved the proposed budget. More information regarding the FY 2019 budget can be found on the website www.opelikaschools. org.

In other business, the board: - approved several personnel recommendations - approved the fiveyear capital improvement plan. This plan includes capital improvements such as a roof replacement on Morris Avenue Intermediate School and Jeter Primary School as well as a boiler system replacement at Jeter Primary as well as renovations to the OPAC Stage, the gym floor at Opelika

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from B1 pinned Beulah at their own oneyard line. After a short Page run to give the Bobcats breathing room, quarterback Lonzie Portis eluded the Panther defense for a 95-yard TD run, which was nullified because of a block-in-the-back penalty.

A short punt provided PCA with prime field position, and in a handful of plays, running back Sterling Berry bulled his way to paydirt from 18 yards out.

PCA threatened with two more promising drives, but the Beulah defense snubbed them with a Da’Shawn Jones interception and Isaiah Glidewell fumble recovery. With less than a minute remaining in the first half, the Bobcats drove the ball into the Panther redzone, but turned the ball over on downs following an athletic pass breakup by defensive back Jonathan Johnson.

Tied 7-7 at halftime, both teams stepped aside to let the homecoming festivities begin.

A Jackson Blanton fumble recovery early in the second half provided the Beulah offense a spark, as the Bobcats would extend their lead to seven on another 21-yard scoring jaunt from Person.

PCA’s coaching staff relied on Cox’s powerful running to move the ball on the Beulah defense

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from B1 changed directions, turning sideways while moving outside of the cross bars as time expired.

The Bulldogs were led offensively by Barnett, who rushed for 169 yards on 18 carries and scored two touchdowns.

CENTRAL AT OPELIKA The Central Red Devils (4-0 overall, 2-0 in region) invade Bulldog Stadium Friday night for a nonregion game. Central leads the series 43-32, including two wins in a row and winning six of the last 10 meetings.

Head coach Jamey Dubose enters his fifth season at Central. Dubose has

High School, and other projects needed to maintain the schools within the district. The Alabama State Department of Education requires that this five-year plan be submitted on an annual basis.

- approved the 20192020 school calendar as recommended by the calendar committee - approved an out of state field trip request from the OHS FFA and Agriscience students to attend the Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moutrie, Georgia - approved two out-ofstate field trip requests from the OHS Ovations Show Choir to attend competitions in Jackson, Mississippi and Evans, Georgia.

throughout the game, testing but not successfully breaking their bend-but-not-break approach.

Both teams exchanged punts until the halfway point of the fourth quarter. With fewer than seven minutes remaining and Beulah clinging to a 14-7 lead, the Bobcat defense was searching for answers.

A well-balanced blend of runs from Cox and accurate, conservative throws from quarterback Ethan Jones placed the Panthers within striking distance of tying Beulah. However, an inerrant throw from Jones was intercepted by Page, a play that later sealed the Panther’s chances of a victory.

On the ensuing play, Portis sprinted left and outran two defenders on a 92-yard scamper for a score.

“I snapped the ball, faked the (handoff) to the running back and I just hit the hole. The hole was bigger than usual, so I hit it really hard,” Portis said. “Towards the 50 (yard line), I started cramping, but I just kept running and finally got to the endzone.”

With a comfortable 20-7 lead for Beulah, the pressure proved to be too much for PCA, turning the ball over on downs with 4:25 left in the fourth quarter.

Beulah salted away their homecoming victory on Person’s third and final TD of the night, a charging nine-yard run through the heart of the Panther defense, securing the 27-7 victory.

“It’s crazy. I’ve never been

compiled 115 wins and 38 losses during his 13 years as a head coach.

Central opened the season with a 42-18 win over Mays High School of Atlanta, beat Meridian High School 49-10, Smiths Station 49-0 and Prattville 49-7. As you can see by the scores, Central is a good, well-coached football team that averages 201 rushing yards and 199 passing yards per game.

This is a good time for the Bulldogs to play in the friendly confines of Bulldog Stadium. This is the second of four home games after playing backto-back road games. An Opelika win would shock the state of Alabama and could lead to an incredible finish.

A loss would leave Opelika 1-4 overall, but the region record would

By Michelle Key Editor

The Lee County School Board met last Tuesday night to discuss and vote on the FY2019 budget. Chief School Finance Officer Ken Roberts led the discussion. The budget includes an anticipated revenue from all sources of $126,455,099 with the General Fund revenue representing $85,648,717 of the total.

The Lee County Board of Education services 14 schools within the county.

In other business, the board: - approved a bid from Cooks Pest Control for monthly pest control services in the amount

4-0, personally,” Portis said.

“To be 4-0, for this community, for this team, it’s just a great feeling.”

Portis completed 4-of-10 passes for 28 yards and led all rushers with 151 yards on 12 carries and a TD. Page, Person and Tykerious Williams combined for 24 rushing attempts, garnering 167 yards.

Defensively, Glidewell led the way with 10 tackles, including two for a loss. Middle linebacker Justin Hancock and safety Dylan Coleman notched nine and seven tackles, respectively.

Glidewell finished with a 36yard average on three punts and Austin Billingsley was perfect on his three extra-point attempts.

The Bobcats will take their spotless record to SouthsideSelma this Friday, a region rival who left a bitter taste in the mouth of Bobcats players following a 24-18 loss in double overtime last season.

“I’m ready for this next game and I believe that we’re going to take care of business. Southside (Selma) has something coming for them,” Page said.

Fresh off a 34-6 road loss to Pike Road High School last Friday, the Panthers are 0-4 overall and 0-1 in region play.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Selma.

The school is located at 7975 U.S. Highway 80. The Bobcats’ next home game will be Oct. 12 v. St. James.

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remain 1-1. The next three games are winnable, featuring matchups against Benjamin Russell, Calera and Stanhope Elmore.

Tickets are $7 each and can be purchased at Bubba’s Medicine Shop and Victory De sign. You can listen to Opelika v.

Central on WKKR 97.7 Kicker FM or online at kickerfm.com.

FRESHMAN FOOTBALL The Opelika freshman football team opened the season with a 28-6 win over Benjamin Russell last Monday. Freshman quarterback Jackson Bates threw a 40-yard TD pass to Chuck Gagliano TD, Jarrell Stinson scored twice, on a 65-yard punt return and a five-yard run. The defense scored the final TD on 20-yard scoop-and-score. Chuck

of $26,880.

- tabled the vote on the bid from Cooks Pest Control for an Annual Termite Treatment in the amount of $113,723.75 until additional information can be gathered - approved for the superintendent to negotiate an HVAC Maintenance and Repair contract due to no bids being received during the prescribed period of time that bids were being accepted - approved out of state field trips for the Beauregard High School track team for track competitions - approved out-ofstate field trips for Beulah High School band - approved out of state

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Evening their record in region play, Smiths Station will travel to Montgomery this Saturday for an 11:30 a.m. CST kickoff against Robert E. Lee. The Generals, 3-1 overall and 1-0 in region play, are fresh off a

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drive culminating in a 48-yard touchdown pass from Q. Seroyer to Antavious Martin. In the first half, the Hornet’s scored on every possession but one, totaling 319 yards of offense (252 passing and 67 rushing) and a 24-7 halftime advantage.

The second half proved to be much of the same. Firing on all cylinders, the Hornets put up another 142 passing and 131 rushing yards. When it was all said and done, they had generated 592 total yards (394 passing and 198 rushing) and 41

Gagliano was 4-of-4 on extra-point attempts.

VOLLEYBALL Opelika High School’s volleyball team (5-4 overall) split a pair of region matches last week, beating Russell County 3-0 and losing to Benjamin Russell 3-2.

Opelika and Benjamin Russell went to the final set before the match was decided. The Lady Bulldogs lost the opening match 25-15 but battled to win the second set 25-18 and the third set 26-24.

Needing one set to win the match with two remaining, Opelika lost 25-23 and 1510 in the tie-breaker.

Head coach Robin Roberts rallied her team and defeated Russell County 3-0, winning 25-8, 25-18 and 25-8. Opelika hosted Auburn last night in the school’s main gym, but

field trips for Smiths Station High School football team and the SSHS yearbook committee - approved the financial reports for the month of July 2018.

Roberts reported that the end of July represents 83 percent of the fiscal year and that as of July 31, revenue was 84 percent while expenditures came in at 81 percent.

According to Roberts, the increase in revenue is from district sources within the county - following an executive session, the board approved several human resource recommendations, and pupil personnel recommendations The LCSB’s next meeting will be Oct. 9.

heartbreaking 21-17 loss to division rival Auburn.

Both teams could move into the middle pack of their region with a win on Saturday.

For more information on Smiths Station athletics, visit https://www.lee.k12. al.us/Page/27.

The Generals play all their home games at the Cramton Bowl in downtown Montgomery, which is located at 220 Hall St. points.

Not to be outdone however, the stout Hornet defense was just as impressive. They completely dominated the line of scrimmage, swarming the ball and gobbling up Rebel rushers with text-book tackles, and covering their receivers like a blanket. The relentless efforts of Zip Whitlow, Zach Childers and other Hornets in the swarm stymied the Rebels all night and limited them to only seven points.

With the win, Beauregard improves to 1-3 overall and 1-1 in region play. They travel to Troy Memorial Stadium next Friday to take on Charles Henderson (3-2 overall 2-1 in region play) at 7 p.m. CST.

results were not available at press-time.

CROSS COUNTRY The Opelika boys and girls cross country teams participated in three meets this season: Aug. 23 at the “Smiths Station Panther Stages,” Sept. 1 at the “AT&T Starrs Mill Panther Meet” and Sept. 11 at the “Pell City Meet.”

The only available results come from the “Smiths Station Panther Stages.” Individual results are as follows: Tykell Jones placed 20th, Alberto Cordova 43rd, Jacob Walker 45th and Benjamin Estes 49th. Winston Tufts, Jack O’Quinn and Walker Norrell finished the race but placed outside the top-50 contestants.

In the junior high division, Breckin Gould finished 24th, Jake Walters 28th and Jyuniven Rowe

finished 33rd. The team travels to Montgomery Sept. 22 for the “Central Alabama XC Invitational” at Gateway Park.

If you have information or results relating to Opelika cross country events, please email foxonthemark@yahoo.com.

OPELIKA SWIMMING In the coming weeks, I plan to write about Opelika’s new swim coach Tyler McGill. Mayor Gary Fuller, the Opelika City Council and the Opelika Parks and Recreation should be commended for making a major decision that tells all that Opelika is serious about swimming.

D. Mark Mitchell is sports director for iHeart Media, Alabama Dixie Boys state director and vice president of the A-O Sports Council.

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OBITUARIES Mary Jo Knight 1932-2018 Mary Jo Knight of Opelika, was born to the late Margaret and W.J. "Ted" Spraggins in Wetumpka, Alabama on March 21, 1932 and passed away at Oak Park on September 11, 2018. She was 86 years old.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Shelley Knight and

brother, Charles Spraggins.

She is survived by her children, Kerry Knight (Deborah), Alan Knight (Cheryl), Jane Perry (Bill), and Paul Knight (Wendy); 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sisters, Ruby Sims and Ann Gray (Doug), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members.

Visitation was

Elizabeth Ann Woody Griffin 1939-2018 Elizabeth Ann Wooddy Griffin, 79, of Opelika, passed away on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Harbor Chase Memory Care of Southlake, TX. She was surrounded by her family as she peacefully entered Heaven's gates.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn (Buddy) Griffin of 58 years, and her parents, Douglas W. Wooddy Sr. and Mary Helen Wooddy, all of Opelika.

Elizabeth was born in Alexander City, AL in 1939. Her family later moved to Opelika. She attended Opelika High School and graduated with the class of 1957.

She graduated from Troy University with a B.A. and her Masters,

held on Sunday, September 16, 2018 in the Parlor at Frederick-Dean Funeral Home from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m.

Funeral services were held in the Chapel at Frederick-Dean Funeral Home on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.

Interment followed at Garden Hills Cemetery.

Frederick-Dean Funeral Home directed.

Magna Cum Laude.

Elizabeth had an unwavering faith in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a faithful member of Pepperell Baptist Church for 70 years and lovingly served her church in many capacities, including secretary. She taught Sunday school, was a member of WMU and sang in the Pepperell church choir for many years.

Elizabeth loved her family. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Her kind and humble spirit will be missed by all who knew her.

She loved to cook for her family and enjoyed delivering home cooked meals to home-bound church families and friends. She was known for her famous pound cake.

Morelle Taylor Huey 1937-2018 Morelle Taylor Huey passed away on September 13, 2018 at her home. Mrs. Huey was born June 23, 1937 in Nicholls, Georgia.

She was a resident of Opelika, Alabama and a wife to Shirley Gene Huey.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed gardening and quilting in her spare time.

Mrs. Huey was preceded in death by her grandson Eric Champion, parents James and Myrtice Tay-

She was employed by the Achievement Center of Opelika for 40 plus years. Elizabeth was a former member of the Lee County Pilot Club, serving as president and on various committees.

She is survived by her daughter, Cindy Moresi (Kenny) of Fort Worth, TX; Grandchildren: Camden Moresi, Fort Worth, TX and Michael Moresi State College, PA; sister, Shannon Wooddy; brothers: Douglas Wooddy (Pat) Burnsville, NC and Charles Wooddy (Jerri) Rock Hill, NC. She also had many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins that she treasured.

The family will receive friends on Monday, September 17, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home, Opelika.

A Celebration of her life was held on Tuesday,

lor; sisters, Wanell Taylor, Mammie Smith, Ineva Covington and Juanita Thomas; brothers, Edison Taylor, Trenton Taylor, Edward Taylor, and Eugene Taylor.

Survivors include her husband of 64 years Shirley Gene Huey, four children Betty (Roy) Sheppard of Opelika, Alabama, Jeff (Lora) Huey of Grass Valley, California, Linda (Mike) Ledbetter of Auburn, Alabama and Sarah (David) Vann of Montgomery, Alabama, one brother Herbert (Tina) Taylor of Brunswick, Georgia, 2 sisters Betty Ruth Johnson of Palatka,

September 18, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., at Pepperell Baptist Church with visitation prior at 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Mike Newman officiated. Interment followed at Garden Hills Cemetery.

The family expresses it most sincere appreciation to the staff of Harbor Chase of Southlake, the hospice nurses in her final days and to all of her private caregivers in Opelika, Ann, Bea, Cookie, Lettie and Linda who took such wonderful care of Elizabeth.

She was blessed to have such devoted care.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial donations are made to Pepperell Baptist Church of Opelika, or the American Alzheimer's Association (alz.org).

Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home & Crematory directed.

Florida and Kathleen (Roy) King of Alma, Georgia Mrs. Huey is survived and loved by 10 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Sunday, September 16, 2018 in the Parlor at FrederickDean Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services were held in the Chapel at FrederickDean Funeral Home on Monday, September 17, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. which Jarrod Horne officiated.

Interment followed at Garden Hills. FrederickDean Funeral Home directed.

Deborah Tatum Peak 1954-2018 Deborah Tatum Peak, born September 11, 1954 in Opelika, Alabama passed away peacefully in her sleep, with her children and family by her side on September 14, 2018.

Ms. Peak was preceded in death by her father, William Alvin Tatum, Sr. Debi leaves behind her mother, Anne B. Horner; sons, Tim Pittman (Kelly) and their four children, Trey Peak; daughter, Rachel Jenkins (Robert) and their two children.

Debi was[dt1] the second of six children growing up in Auburn, Alabama William Alvin Tatum (Bear and Jamie), Beth Tatum (Marvin

Sprinkle), Vickie Cooper (Reed), Joel Tatum and David Tatum (Melissa), all of Auburn.

Debi believed in the power of faith and prayer. She found joy and humor in simple things, in good times and bad. She laughed easily and heartily. She never met a stranger and made everyone she met feel welcome and loved as part of the family.

A memorial was held Monday September 17, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace United Methodist “Love you all and say your prayers.�

Momma In Lieu of Flowers please send donations to American Lung Association Frederick-Dean Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

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pelika O Observer IN THE MATTER OD THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL HENRY LAKE, DECEASED IN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, ALABAMA NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS TAKE NOTICE that Letters Testamentary having been granted to Sherry Sawyer Lake, as Executrix of the Estate of Michael Henry Lake, deceased, on the 28th day of August, 2018, by the Hon. Bill English, Judge of Probate of Lee County, Alabama.

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.

SHERRY SAWYER LAKE, Executrix PREPARED BY: Phillip E. Adams, Jr. Adams, White & Oliver, LLP 205 S. 9th Street P.O. Box 2069 Opelika, AL 36801 (334) 745-6466 Legal Run 9/5, 9/12, & 9/19

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF OLA J. MCKNIGHT, DECEASED. IN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, ALABAMA TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF OLA J. MCKNIGHT, FRANK JOHNSON, MAGGY HEARD, GEORGIA MAGBY, ROBIE JOHNSON and LIMIE JOHNSON NOTICE: On the 28 th day of August, 2018, a certain writing, purporting to be the Will of OLA J. MCKNIGHT was filed in my office for Probate

by DOROTHY JEAN COOPER and the 15th day of October, 2018, at 10:00 o’clock a.m. was appointed a day for hearing thereof at which time you can appear and contest the same, if you see proper.

Given under my hand, the 28th day of August, 2018.

BILL ENGLISH JUDGE OF PROBATE Robert H. Pettey Samford & Denson, LLP P.O. Box 2345 Opelika, AL 36832345 (334) 745-3504 Legal Run 9/5,9/12, & 9/19

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MAMIE L. HAYWOOD, DECEASED IN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, ALABAMA NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS TAKE NOTICE that Letters Testamentary having been granted to Wanda Gail Chandler, as Executrix of the Estate of Mamie L. Haywood, deceased, on the 4th day of September, 2018, by the Hon. Bill English, Judge of Probate of Lee County, Alabama.

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.

Prepared by: Blake L. Oliver Adams White Oliver Short & Forbus, LLP 205 S. 9th Street, P.O. Box 2069 Opelika, AL 368032069 334-745-6466 Legal Run 9/5, 9/12, 9/19

N THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LEO D. HAYWOOD, DECEASED IN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, ALABAMA NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMS TAKE NOTICE that Letters Testamentary having been granted to Wanda Gail Chandler, as Executrix of the Estate of Leo D. Haywood, deceased, on the 4th day of September, 2018, by the Hon. Bill English, Judge of Probate of Lee County, Alabama.

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.

Prepared by: Blake L. Oliver Adams White Oliver Short & Forbus, LLP 205 S. 9th Street, P.O. Box 2069 Opelika, AL 368032069 334-745-6466 Legal Run 9/5, 9/12, 9/19

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, STATE OF ALABAMA CASE NO. 2018-B-202 IN RE: THE ESTATE

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OF KATHRYN D. COOPER, Deceased NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY EXECUTOR Letters Testamtary of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 31st day of August, 2018, by the Honorable Bill English, Judge of the Probate Court of Lee County, Alabama, 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.

Elizabeth France Cooper Margaret Ann Walker CO-EXECUTRICES Legal Run 9/12, 9/19 & 9/26

STATE OF ALABAMA CASE # 2017-B-233 LEE COUNTY PROBATE COURT ESTATE OF MICHAEL T. FRANDSEN, DECEASED NOTICE OF HEARING ON SETTLEMENT OF ESTATE Notice is hereby given to all persons who have an interest in the Estate of Michael T. Frandsen, deceased, that the Honorable Bill English, Judge of Probate of the Probate Court of Lee County has set October 16, 2018 at 9:00 AM CDT as the proper time for a hearing on the settlement of the Estate of Michael T. Frandsen, deceased,

by Angela Jana Rainey, Personal Representative of said estate.

Jeffery A. Hilyer, Attorney for the Estate Legal Run 9/12, 9/19 & 9/26

NOTICE OF MODIFICATION ACTION Eric Scott Bail, whose whereabouts are unknown, must answer Brittany Ainley’s Verified Petition for Modification of Custody and Support within thirty (30) days of the date of the last publication of this notice, or, thereafter, a judgment by default may be rendered against him in Case No. DR-2016900327.01, Circuit Court of Lee County.

MARY ROBERSON,

Clerk of the Circuit Court of Lee County.

KIMBERLY DEAN P.O. Box 231 Opelika, AL 36803 Attorney for Brittany Ainley Legal Run 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 & 10/3

ORDINANCE NO. 017-28 ORDINANCE ANNEXING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF OPELIKA (JAMES D. SMALL PROPERTY) WHEREAS, on the 17th day of July 2018, James D. Small (hereinafter referred to as the “Petitioner”) being the owner of the property hereinafter described, did file a Petition for Annexation (the “Petition”) with the City of Opelika, Alabama, a municipal corporation, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, requesting the annexation of certain property owned by the Petitioner as more particularly described below; and WHEREAS, said Petition did contain the signatures of all owners of the described territory and a map of said property showing its relationship to the corporate limits of the City of Opelika; and WHEREAS, the territory to be annexed is contiguous to the existing corporate limits of the City of Opelika and does not embrace any territory within the corporate limits of another municipality, and when annexed into the City of Opelika will form a homogenous part of the City; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Opelika did determine that it is in the public interest that said property be annexed into the City of Opelika and it did further determine that all legal requirements for annexing said real property have been met pursuant to Sections 11-42-20 through 11-4224, Code of Alabama (1975).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Opelika, Alabama as follows: Section 1. The City Council of the City of Opelika, finds and declares as the legislative body of the City

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of Opelika that it is in the best interest of the citizens of the City of Opelika, and the citizens of the affected area, to bring the territory described in Section 2 of this Ordinance into the City of Opelika.

Section 2. The boundary lines of the City of Opelika, Alabama, be, and the same are hereby altered or rearranged so as to include all of the territory heretobefore encompassed by the corporate limits of the City of Opelika, Alabama, and in addition thereto the following described territory, to-wit: Parcel Three (3) of Somerset, according to and as shown by map or plat of said subdivision of record in Town Plat Book 14, at Page 4, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Lee County, Alabama; said parcel containing 13.9 acres, more or less.

Being further described as Tax Parcel No. 43 03 04 19 0 000 001.000.

Section 3. A map or plat of a survey describing the territory annexed and showing its relation to the corporate limits of the City of Opelika shall be attached to this ordinance, marked Exhibit “B” and made a part hereof.

Section 4. The Clerk of the City of Opelika is hereby authorized and directed to file with the Probate Judge of Lee County, Alabama, a certified copy of this ordinance, together with a certified copy of the petition of the property owner and the Clerk is further directed to take all necessary and proper steps to perfect the annexation of said territory herein described.

Section 5. This ordinance shall be published as provided by law in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Opelika, Alabama.

Section 6. The territory described in this ordinance shall become a part of the corporate limits of the City of Opelika upon publication of this ordinance as set forth in Section 5 above.

ADOPTED AND APPROVED this the 18th day of September, 2018. /s/ Eddie Smith PRESI-

DENT OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF OPELIKA, ALABAMA ATTEST: /s/ R. G. Shuman CITY CLERK TRANSMITTED TO MAYOR on this the 19th day of September, 2018. /s/ R. G. Shuman CITY CLERK ACTION BY MAYOR APPROVED this the 19th day of September, 2018. /s/ Gary Fuller MAYOR ATTEST: /s/ R. G. Shuman CITY CLERK Legal Run 9/19/2018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY ALABAMA[Domestic Relations Division] IN RE: THE MARRIAGE OF JESSICA PIERCE RHINEHART, Plaintiff/Wife v. PHILLIP EVERETT RHINEHART, Defendent/Husband CASE NO. 43-DR2018-900260.00 NOTICE OF DIVORCE ACTION PHILLIP EVERETT RHINEHART, Defendent, whose whereabouts are unknown must answer JESSICA PIERCE RHINEHART, Plaintiff’s Compalint for Divorce and other relief by the 26th day of November 2018, or, thereafter, a judgment by default may be rendered against him in the above-captioned case number 43-DR2018-900260.00, now pending in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Alabama.

DONE this 13th day of September, 2018.

MARY B. ROBERSON CIRCUIT COURT LEE COUNTY ALABAMA Legal Run 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10/18

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Former Beulah cheerleaders Beulah announces homecoming court celebrate homecoming Friday

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Special to the Opelika Observer A different sort of reunion was held as part of Beulah High School’s homecoming festivities this year.

Over forty former BHS cheerleaders gathered in the media center prior to game time to laugh, reminisce and then get serious about practicing some old band dances and

cheers. Believe it or not, they even did some stunting.

While many of the ladies still live nearby, several traveled for hours to attend the reunion.

Special to the Opelika Observer Seated: Junior Mady Bledsoe, seniors Arianna Scarbrough, Jasmine Bonilla, Kensley Kirby, Savanna Martin, Melissa Sanders, Makalei Shorter and junior Naylin Cruz. Standing: 7th grader Angel Crowder, 8th grader Brandy Phillips, Freshman Grace Portis, sophomores Ansley Flournoy and E’Miya Moore, Freshman Katie Morris, 8th grader Addison Hickox and 7th grader Bella Klutz.

Photos by Robert Noles/Opelika Observer Pictured are highlights from Beulah’s 27-7 homecoming victory over Prattville Christian Academy Friday night. Kensley Kirby was named homecoming queen and Destiny Thomas as football sweetheart. With the win, the Bobcats move to 4-0 overall and 2-0 in region play.

Opelika, L ee County & A labama Politics Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Smiths Station City Council approves increase in pay for employee’s health insurance

By Morgan Bryce Associate Editor The Smiths Station City Council breezed through an 11-minute meeting last Tuesday night.

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By Steve Flowers

ince this is a gubernatorial election year, allow me to share an epic Governor’s Race with you.

The 1986 Governor’s race will be remembered as one of Alabama’s most amazing political stories. In 1978 Fob James sent the Three B’s, Brewer, Beasley and Baxley packing. Brewer and Beasley had been permanently exiled to Buck’s Pocket, the mythical destination for defeated Alabama gubernatorial candidates. However, Bill Baxley resurrected his political career by bouncing back to be elected lieutenant governor in 1982, while George Wallace was winning his fifth and final term as governor, another player arrived on the state political scene.

Charlie Graddick was elected as a fiery tough lock ‘em up and throw away the key attorney general.

Graddick had previously been a tough prosecuting district attorney in Mobile.

When Wallace bowed out from seeking reelection in 1986, it appeared the race was between Bill Baxley, the lieutenant governor, and Charlie Graddick, the attorney general. It also appeared there was a clear ideological divide. The moderates and liberals in Alabama were for Baxley and the archconservatives were for Graddick.

Baxley had the solid support of black voters, labor, and progressives. Graddick had the hard-core conservatives, including most of the Republican voters in Alabama.

The Republicans had gone to a primary by 1986 but very few Alabamians, even Republicans, participated. It was still assumed that the Democratic Primary was tantamount to election. The Democratic Primary would draw 800,000 Alabama voters while the GOP Primary might draw 40,000,

so most Republican leaning voters felt that in order for their vote to count they had to vote in the Democratic primary.

Baxley and Graddick went after each other with a vengeance in the primary. The race was close.

Graddick came out on top by an eyelash. He encouraged Republicans to come vote for him in the Democratic primary. They did and that is why he won. This was not something that had not been happening for decades. Brewer would have never led Wallace in 1970 without Republicans. Fob would have never won the Democratic Primary and thus become governor in 1978 without Republican voters. Basically, Alabama had been a no party state. We still have no party registration law. So how do you police people weaving in and out of primaries without a mechanism in place for saying you are a Democrat, Republican, or Independent?

After Graddick defeated Baxley by fewer than 25,000 votes in the runoff primary, the Democratic Party did the unthinkable.

They convened the hierarchy of the party, who clearly favored Baxley, and declared Baxley the Democratic nominee because they guessed Graddick had won the primary with Republican crossover voters. They paraded experts in front of their committee to testify that Baxley should have won if just Democrats had voted. They boldly and brazenly chose Baxley as the nominee in spite of the fact that Graddick had clearly gotten the most votes.

This move went against the grain of the vast majority of Alabama voters. They felt that Graddick, even if they had not See Flowers, page B10

passage of a resolution increasing supplemental pay for employee’s health insurance and approval of the environmental and general fund budgets for FY2019.

In other business, the council: - amended language in

a city ordinance pertaining to weed abatements - approved a change to 2011-075 Section 5.06 of the city’s permitted uses table to make the construction of miniwarehouses a conditional See SSCC, page B13

Gov. Kay Ivey awards $1.89 million in grants to prevent violence, elder abuse Special to the Opelika Observer On Friday, Gov. Kay Ivey awarded $1.89 million in grants to support organizations and programs that help victims of domestic violence and elder abuse throughout the state.

“No one should ever have to experience the horrors of domestic violence or elder abuse, but there is hope for those who unfortunately do become victims,” Ivey said.

Ivey “The programs supported by these grants will help ensure that professional assistance is available and that justice is obtained for the survivors.”

A $1.56 million grant was awarded

to the Alabama Department of Human Resources to support their Adult Protective Services division that provides emergency in-home services and temporary placement option for victims of abuse, neglect or exploitation.

Two grants, totaling $250,781, were given to support the Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence as they serve their member programs and See Ivey, page B10

Report from Washington: What’s happening across East Alabama

By Mike Rogers Every August, Congress takes a District Work Period so members have extra time to spend across their congressional district.

Although I live in Weaver full-time and am home when I am not in Washington for votes, it is always wonderful to have some uninterrupted time in East Alabama.

During my time in August, I got to visit with a lot of folks at my six different “Congress on Your Corner” town hall events. I was able to talk directly to folks about

issues going on in local communities from Woodland to Ashland.

I also visited and toured several companies and small businesses. One thing I heard on repeat was how the recent tax reform legislation was helping these businesses thrive and putting more money back in the pockets of their hardworking employees.

I met with my Third Congressional District Veterans Advisory Committee to stay on top of the issues that Veterans in our area are facing so that I can take those concerns

straight to Washington.

I had several meetings with East Alabama’s farmers.

Agriculture is such an important driver of our State’s economy. As the only member of the House Agriculture Committee from the State of Alabama, it is crucial that I know exactly what the needs are of our farmers and producers.

As a conferee on the 2018 Farm Bill, I want to make sure our state’s agriculture sector has a direct line to me so I can fight for them as we finalize See Rogers, page B10

National Voter Registration Day coming Sept. 25 Special to the Opelika Observer On Sept. 25, Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill will join hundreds of different partners around the nation to observe National Voter Registration Day, a special event set to emphasize voter registration.

In Alabama, Mer-

rill is also specifically encouraging a “voter refresh” effort to update state voter rolls with correct information about our citizens.

“Since I became Secretary of State, we have registered more than a million new voters who have helped us shatter state records for voter registration and

Merrill participation in our elections,” Merrill said. “But we also want our voter rolls

to be up-to-date, so we are urging everyone to take a moment to make sure their current address is correct in the state system. We are pleased to participate in this special day that encourages more participation in our electoral process.

We continue to work daily to make sure every eligible U.S.

citizen in our state is registered to vote and has a photo ID. We want to make it easy to vote and hard to cheat.”

National Voter Registration Day, held on the fourth Thursday of September since 2012, is endorsed by the National Association of Secretaries of State and the National

Association of State Election Directors.

Since 2012, more than 1.4 million people around the nation have registered to vote or updated their registration as part of this event.

This year, libraries, schools and other partners will hold local voter registration drives.

See Voters, page B10

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from B9 Since Merrill took office, Alabama has registered 1,064,616 new voters, bringing the state’s total to 3,418,839 as of Sept. 7.

Alabama residents can update their voter registration information by downloading the “Vote for Alabama” app on their smart phone or visiting the Secretary of State website at https://sos.alabama. gov.

“There is no freedom more integral to this republic than

the right to vote and participate in our democratic process,” Merrill said. “I am so proud we are able to work with the partners involved with National Voter Registration Day to help make increased participation a reality here in the state of Alabama.”

For a full list of partners or more information about National Voter Registration Day, visit NationalVoterRegistrationDay.org.

Merrill’s office in Montgomery is located at 600 Dexter Ave. S., and can be reached by calling 334-242-7200.

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I was able to tell them about the exciting news that the Carl Perkins legislation that passed the House with my strong support. It’s the most monumental legislation we’ve

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shelters throughout the state.

The organization provides training, education and outreach on domestic violence issues, and their member shelters provide counseling, support groups and other vital services.

A grant of $80,000 was allotted to help the Alabama Office of Prosecution Services to train law enforcement personnel, prosecutors, domestic violence

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voted for him, got the most votes and should be the nominee. The Democratic Party leadership sloughed it off. They assumed that the Democratic nominee would win regardless. After all, there had not been a Re-

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shelter staff and other criminal justice agencies that investigate and prosecute abusers or assist victims of domestic violence.

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) is administering the grants from multiple funding sources, including the U.S. Department of Justice, the state’s General Fund and the Domestic Violence Trust Fund, which was created through the state marriage license fee.

Those funds are used to provide shelter for victims and to conduct educational and prevention

publican governor of Alabama in 100 years.

In addition, the Republicans had chosen an unknown former Cullman County Probate Judge named Guy Hunt. Hunt had no money and no name identification.

The Democratic leaders guessed wrong. The backlash was enormous. The bold handpicking of

by visiting www. mikerogers.house. gov. To stay up to date, you can also like me on Facebook at Congressman Mike D. Rogers, follow me on Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram at RepMikeRogersAL, on Tumblr at www.repmikerogersal.tumblr.com and you can also subscribe to my YouTube page at MikeRogersAL03.

programs.

“Gov. Ivey understands the important roles these agencies play in helping domestic violence and elder abuse victims,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said. “ADECA is pleased to join her in supporting these programs that provide important assistance to victims at a time they need it the most.”

ADECA manages a wide range of programs that support law enforcement, economic development, water resource management, energy conservation and recreation development.

a nominee who had not received the most votes was a wrong that needed to be righted. Baxley did not help his case any by ignoring Hunt and dismissing him as a simpleton. He mocked Hunt saying he was unqualified because he only had a high school education. Baxley, as politically astute as he was, should have

realized that he was insulting the majority of Alabama voters who themselves only possessed high school educations. This created a backlash of its own.

When the votes were counted in the November general election, Guy Hunt was elected Governor of Alabama. This 1986 result gave new meaning and proof to the old George Wallace theory that more Alabama voters vote against someone than for someone. Alabama had its first Republican governor in 100 years. The 1986 Governor’s race will go down in history as a red-letter year in Governor’s races. It was truly historic and memorable.

See you next week.

Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist.

His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers.

He served 16 years in the state legislature.

Steve may be reached at www.steveflowers. us.

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oes God give Jonah a commission and then pursue Him through a great wind, a mighty storm, noble Gentile mariners, lots, a great fish, a vine, a worm, and a scorching east wind— all because He has great compassion for Nineveh or is it because He is after Jonah’s (and Israel’s) heart? I think the answer is “yes,” and the question an important one because it helps prevent us from viewing the book in an unbalanced way that only sees God’s pursuit of the Ninevites.

There is a gracious reciprocity throughout the book; God believed in the Ninevites and He also believed in Jonah.

He pursues the Ninevites through Jonah and Jonah through the Ninevites.

God not only believes in man when man doesn’t believe in Him; He believes in man when he doesn’t believe in what God believes in. Here we have both: Nineveh didn’t believe in Yah-

but running weh, and away from Jonah cerGod because tainly didn’t he’s afraid believe in Yahweh will Nineveh as be gracious Yahweh did. to some Any

By Bruce Green Gentiles; feelings of Teaching Minister at the sailors smugness 10th Street Church of being filled during the Christ in Opelika with remorse course of when they our reading would also be a sure sign have to throw Jonah overboard while he we’ve veered off track. is filled with remorse Our response should be when the judgment upon to be overwhelmed by Nineveh is lifted by God. the grandeur of God’s The central irony love and humbled by that the story revolves the knowledge of the around is that any of many times we have the Israelites in Jonah’s stubbornly persisted in time would have jumped seeing people through at the chance to go to our warped perspective Nineveh and preach rather than through our against its wickedness Father’s redemptive (1:1-2). The empire eyes. responsible for the pain The book is rich in irony—a preacher who is and suffering of so many would now experience upset by an overwhelmwhat it was like to be ing response to God by on the receiving end of an entire city; pagan judgment. Who wouldn’t sailors praying while a be up for that? man of God is sleeping, The answer is the very the same sailors working hard to save a Jewish person God wanted!

Jonah is no shallow, prophet who is not only self-righteous slacker. endangering their lives

He has a heart for God! His resistance isn't fueled by ignorance, but by his knowledge of God's graciousness. He knows enough about Yahweh to know that His intentions are not about executing Nineveh, but extending mercy to them (4:2,11).

His problem is he is unable to reconcile this with the brutality and wickedness he’s seen in them and the ongoing threat they represent to his people. It’s not out of the realm of possibility that someone in Jonah’s family had suffered at the hands of the Assyrians.

In a book full of irony, the open ending shouldn’t surprise us.

What might catch us off guard is that there is a sense in which the openness includes not only Jonah, but Nineveh.

For while it is true that the city turns to God and Yahweh spares it; it is also true that about a century later another prophet (Nahum) will tell of Nineveh’s upcom-

ing destruction which occurred in 612 b.c. when a coalition of forces headed by the Medes and Babylonians overran the city. Sadly, Nineveh’s repentance didn’t last.

As for Jonah, our last picture is of him sitting on the east side of Nineveh, steaming in the wind and sun. Does his attitude toward Nineveh ever soften?

Does he learn to rejoice in their response?

Does he allows his bitterness to subside and forgive those Yahweh has forgiven?

We don’t know. What we do know is that all of this is recorded in a book (possibly by Jonah). That book, though unflattering to the Jewish people in many ways, nonetheless is accepted as part of their sacred writings from God. That had to mean something.

Bruce has written a new book on the prophets called Known Intimately Loved Ultimately.

It is available through 21st Century Christian.

Church calendar Pepperell Baptist Church

• Pepperell Baptist is offering a Wednesday evening ministry program from 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for preschool and elementary Children called “Wow-Worship on Wednesday.” The evening program of music, Bible messages for children, crafts, fun activities, and snack begins on Sept. 5. Registration forms are filled out on the first evening. Contact Ryno Jones Childrens, Youth Minister, or Beth Pinyerd at 334-745-3108.

• First Baptist Church of Opelika will hold “A Night to Proclaim” Sept. 20, an event organized by the church’s women’s ministry. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased through www.fbcopelika.com.

• Christian comedian Tim Hawkins will perform at First Baptist Church of Opelika Feb. 7. Besides comedy, Hawkins is known for his songwriting and

Catch ‘On the Mark’ with D. Mark Mitchell and Jeff Sasser weekday mornings from 7-9 a.m.

ANGLICAN Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd 1311 Second Ave. #758-6749 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Bridge Church 1000 Lee Road 263, Cusseta #742-0144 AME Mount Zion AME Church West Point Hwy #749-3916 St. Luke AME Church 1308 Auburn St. #749-1690 St. Paul AME Church 713 Powledge Ave. #745-6279 Thompson Chapel AME Zion 187 Columbus Pkwy #749-8676 BAPTIST Abundant Life Baptist Church 1220 Fox Run Ave. Suite B #7064421464 Airview Baptist Church 2301 Airport Rd. #745-6670 Antioch Baptist Church 605 W. East Morton Ave #742-0696 Bethesda Baptist Church 201 S. 4th St. #745-7528 Bethel Baptist Church Hwy. 29 Sasser Rd #745-4865 Central Baptist Church 1611 2nd Ave. #745-2482 Community Baptist Church 154 N. 16th St. #745-6552 Cornerstone Missionary Baptist 500 N. Railroad Ave. #742-2008 Eastview Baptist Church 1208 Spring Dr #749-9595 Farmville Baptist Church 3607 Alabama Hwy N. #887-7361 First Baptist Church of Opelika

singing abilities. For more information or ticketing options, visit www.timhawkins.brushfire.com.

• The public is invited to join First Freewill Baptist Church’s “Get in the Game Month.” We encourage everyone to wear their favorite team jersey or t-shirt every Sunday in September. Each 11 a.m. service will feature a sports related message. Parker Pinholster, a centerfielder for the Auburn University at Montgomery softball team, will be the featured speaker on Sept. 23. Eric Hilyer will be the month’s last featured speaker.

First Freewill is located at 103 19th Street at the corner of 1st Ave. in Opelika. For more information, call 334-703-3333.

Events can be emailed to the Observer at editor@opelikaobserver.com.

314 S. 9th St. #745-6143 First Baptist Church 301 S. 8th St. #745-5715 First Baptist Church Impact 709 Avenue E #741-0624 First Freewill Baptist Church 103 19th St. #703-3333 Friendship Missionary Baptist 432 Maple Avenue #742-0105 Greater Peace Baptist Church 650 Jeter Ave. #749-9487 Heritage Baptist Church 1103 Glenn St. #363-8943 High Hope Baptist Church 227 Lee Road 673 Liberty Baptist Church 2701 West Point Pkwy #749-9632 Love Freewill Baptist Church 1113 Frederick Ave. #745-2905 Ridge Grove Missionary Baptist Church 1098 Lee Road 155 #334-745-3600 Northside Baptist Church 3001 Lafayette Hwy #745-5340 Pepperell Baptist Church 2702 2nd Ave. #745-3108 Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Uniroyal Rd #749-2773 Providence Baptist Church 2807 Lee Rd 166 #745-0807 Purpose Baptist Church 3211 Waverly Pkwy #704-0302 St. James Baptist Church 1335 Auburn St. #745-3224 Union Grove Missionary Baptist 908 Huguley Rd #741-7770 BUDDHIST Buddha Heart Village 3170 Sandhill Rd. #821-7238

to host homecoming Oct. 7 Special to the Opelika Observer

Pepperell Baptist Church of Opelika will host its annual homecoming services Oct. 7, beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Founded in 1926, the service will celebrate the church’s contributions to community in its 92-year history.

Rev. Mike Newman will deliver the message and music will be provided by the church’s music ministry. A covered-dish meal will be served following the service.

CATHOLIC St. Mary’s Catholic Church 1000 4th Ave. #749-8359 CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ 2215 Marvyn Pkwy #742-9721 10th Street Church of Christ 500 N. 10th St. #745-5181 Southside Church of Christ 405 Carver Ave. #745-6015 Church of Christ 2660 Cunningham Drive #745-6377 CHURCH OF GOD Airview Church of God 3015 Old Opelika Rd #749-9112 Church of God 114 17th Place #7496432 Tabernacle Church of God 3 Oak Court #745-7979 CHURCH OF NAZARENE Opelika Church of Nazarene 1500 Bruce Ave. #749-1302 EPISCOPAL Emmanuel Episcopal Church 800 1st Ave. #745-2054 HOLINESS Eastside Emmanuel Holiness Church 86 Lee Road 186 Opelika, Ala. 36804 JEWISH Beth Shalom Congregation 134 S. Cary Dr. #826-1050 LATTERDAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints 510 Groce St. #742-9981 METHODIST First United Methodist Church of Opelika 702 Avenue A #745-7604 Hopewell United Methodist 1993 Lee Rd 136 #745-0460

For more information, call 334-745-3108. The church is located at 2702 Second Ave.

Pierce Chapel United Methodist 8685 AL Hwy. 51 #749-4469 Pepperell United Methodist 200 26th St. #745-9334 Trinity United Methodist Church 800 Second Ave. #745-2632 Wesley Memorial United Methodist 2506 Marvyn Pkwy #745-2841 PENTECOSTAL Full Gospel Pentecostal Church Hwy. 29, PO Box 1691 #741-8675 Gateway Community Church 2715 Frederick Rd #745-6926 PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church of Opelika 900 2nd Ave. #745-3421 Trinity Presbyterian Church 1010 India Rd #745-4889 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Outreach Seventh-Day Adventist 1808 S. Long St. #749-3151 NON-DENOMINATIONAL Apostolic Holiness Church 610 Canton St. #749-6759 Auburn Opelika Korean Church 1800 Rocky Brook Rd #749-5386 Beauregard Full Gospel Revival 2089 Lee Road 42 #745-0455 Christ Church International 1311 2nd Ave. #745-0832 Church of the Harvest 2520 Society Hill Rd #745-2247 Church at Opelika 1901 Waverly Pkwy #705-0505 East Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses 1250 McCoy St. #737-1488 Emmanuel Temple of Deliverance 207 S. Railroad Ave. #745-6430 Faith Alliance Church 3211 Waverly Pkwy #749-9516 Faith Christian Center 600 S. 8th St. Faith Church 3920 Marvyn Pkwy #707-3922

Family Life Christian Center 601 S. 7th St. #741-7013 Father’s House Christian Fellowship 214 Morris Ave. #749-1070 Fellowship Bible Church 2202 Hamilton Rd #749-1445 Ferguson Chapel Church 310 S. 4th St. #745-2913 First Assembly of God Church 510 Simmons St. #749-3722 Garden of Gethsemane Fellowship 915 Old Columbus Rd #745-2686 Grace Heritage Church Opelika #559-0846 Holy Deliverance Church 831 S. Railroad #749-5682 Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 1250 McCoy St. #737-1488 Living Way Ministries 1100 Old Columbus Rd #749-6241 Move of God Fellowship Church 1119 Old Columbus Rd #741-1006 Connect Church 2900 Waverly Pkwy #749-3916 New Life Christian Center 2051 West Point Pkwy #741-7373 New Life Independent Church 10 Meadowview Estates Trailer 741-9001 Opelika’s First Seventh Day 2011 Columbus Pkwy #737-3222 Power of Praise, Inc. Church 3811 Marvyn Pkwy #745-6136 Shady Grove Christian Church West Point Hwy #745-7770

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Daniel Haulman is featured OLLI speaker Sept. 26 Special to the Opelika Observer

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Auburn University (OLLI at Auburn) will host its lecture series titled “Wisdom Wednesday’s” on Sept. 26 from 2:30 - 4 p.m. at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, located at 901 S. College St. in Auburn. OLLI members, guests and friends are all invited to learn more about OLLI at Auburn course offerings, social engagements and initiatives.

Dr. Daniel L. Haulman will provide OLLI at Auburn with a presentation titled “The Yamamoto Mission - April 18, 1943.”

Admiral Isoruku Yamamoto planned the Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor and Midway, and was the most important Japanese

military leader during World War II. When American code breakers discovered he would be flying over Bougainville in the Solomon Islands of the Southwest Pacific on April 18, 1943, the first anniversary of the Doolittle raid on Tokyo, the United States planned an air raid to assassinate him. The raid, largely planned by Marine Corps and Naval leaders in the theater, and performed by the Army Air Forces using P-38s flying from Guadalcanal, succeeded beyond all expectations. The interception took place at the appropriate time and place, and Yamamoto and much of his staff was killed. The meticulous planning and execution of the raid was later largely obscured by a great controversy over which of the P-38 pi-

lots, Captain Thomas Lanphier or his wingman Lieutenant Rex Barber, actually shot down Yamamoto's airplane. This presentation will focus on the importance and details of the raid, and also on the controversies it engendered.

Haulman is head of the organizational histories branch of the Air Force Historical Research Agency, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, where he has worked since 1982. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1971, his master’s degree from the University of New Orleans in 1975, and his Ph.D. in history from Auburn University in 1983.

His dissertation examined the first state constitutions and how they differed from the colonial frames of

government. During the 1970s, he worked at Charity Hospital in New Orleans and taught high school social studies in Louisiana for five years.

He has authored several books about aviation history, including “Air Force Aerial Victory Credits: World War I,” “World War II, Korea, and Vietnam;” “The United States Air Force and Humanitarian Airlift Operations, 1947-1994;” “One Hundred Years of Flight: USAF Chronology of Significant Air and Space Events, 1903-2002;” “The Tuskegee Airmen: An Illustrated History, 1939-1949 (with Joseph Caver and Jerome Ennels),” “Eleven Myths About the Tuskegee Airmen and Killing Yamamoto.”

Haulman has also written three Air Force pamphlets,

including “The High Road to Tokyo Bay;” “Hitting Home: The Air Offensive Against Japan” and “Wings of Hope: The U.S. Air Force and Humanitarian Airlift Operations.”

He has composed chapters in other USAF publications and compiled the list of official USAF aerial victories appearing on the Air Force Historical Research Agency’s internet web page.

The author of 27 published articles in various journals, Dr. Haulman has also presented 29 talks at historical conferences and taught courses at Auburn University, Auburn University Montgomery, Faulkner University, and Huntingdon College. He is married to Ellen Evans Haulman, and they have a son named Evan.

OLLI at Auburn offers academic not for credit programs for adults aged 50 years or older through program sites at Auburn University, AUM in Montgomery, Alabama, and the Chambers County Public Library in Valley.

OLLI at Auburn is a program of the Office of the Vice President for University Outreach at Auburn University. OLLI administrative offices and select classes are located at the historic Sunny Slope property, 1031 S. College St. in Auburn.

For more information regarding this event or if one would like to assist the organization as a volunteer faculty member, volunteer service assistant, or sponsor, call Ileeia A. Cobb, Ph.D., OLLI Director, at 334-8443105.

Annual health fair at Opelika Sportsplex to be held Oct. 2 Special to the Opelika Observer

The Opelika Sportsplex and Aquatics Center, in coordination with the Robert and Marjorie Goodson Foundation, the LeeRussell Council of Governments Agency on Aging and the Opelika City Council, will be hosting a health fair for seniors ages 55 or older Oct. 2. The fair will take place from

8 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Sportsplex gymnasium.

Free and open to the public, it will feature a variety of free services including blood pressure checks, glucose checks, balance exams, vision screenings, cholesterol checks, hemoglobin screenings, depression screenings, medication evaluations and a plethora of information about senior

health and care.

“It is so important for seniors to be armed with knowledge about their health,” said Valeri White, SportsPlex Senior Program Coordinator.

“Through the testing provided at the health fair, we have caught high blood pressure, diabetes and other issues that some of our seniors didn’t know they had.”

In addition to free

testing, seniors can also receive their flu shot while they are at the health fair. Medical Arts Pharmacy will be at the health fair providing the vaccination, protecting seniors within the time frame recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Since it takes two weeks after vaccination for antibodies that protect against the flu

to develop in the body, the CDC recommends getting vaccinated before the end of October.

The SportsPlex Senior Heath Fair will also provide access to resources including information on sitter services, hospice, home care, retirement, assisted living and other services available to seniors.

“It is so important for caregivers and

seniors to know all of the resources available in our area,” White said. “Whether they need them now or will need them in the future, the health fair allows them to meet with local organizations and feel connected.”

The Opelika SportsPlex is located at 1001 Andrews Road. For more information, call (334) 705-5560.

Bottling Plant to host ‘Songwriter’s Night’

By Arnecia Walker For the Opelika Observer

“Songwriters’ Night” will be held Sept. 21 from 6:30-10 p.m. at The Bottling Plant Event Center’s Listening Room. Songwriters

Chris Newbury and Dave McCormick, along with special guest , author Catherine Powers, will be performing live. Early tickets are available for $20 as the price will be $25 at the door. Tickets include the chance to

meet and interact with the performers beginning at 6:30 p.m.; the show will begin at 7 p.m.

Newbury is a talented guitarist, singer, songwriter and entertainer and will be performing originals as well as

some of his father’s, Mickey Newbury’s greatest hits. Along with Newbury will be McCormick, a West Virginia native who is a songwriter, drummer and guitarist. McCormick has more than 400 songs about the

love and losses in life with a unique mixture of country, jazz, rock and blues influences.

Powers, a Texas Country Music Hall of Fame member, is the widow of country music legend, Freddy Powers as well as the co-author

of “The Spree of 83.”

She has also written numerous numberone records. For more information and tickets, visit www.bottlingplanteventcenter.com.

The Bottling Plant is located at 614 N Railroad Ave.

‘Auburn-Opelika Wine Farm City invites public to Trail Tour’ returns Oct. 19 join Kiwi Tour Sept. 20 Special to the Opelika Observer

Auburn-Opelika Wine Trail Tour Wine lovers can expect a rare opportunity this October with an all-day wine tasting extravaganza. Get your tickets now for the second annual Auburn-Opelika Wine Trail coming up on Oct. 19.

Guests will begin the day bright and early, meeting at the Lee County Fairgrounds at 8 a.m. where spacious Tiger Transit buses will be waiting to transport wine enthusiasts for the entire day.

The first stop on the trail is Five Points Farms, a five-acre vineyard located just north of Auburn in the small town of Five Points. Enjoy the scenic farm where American, French Hybrid and Muscadine grapes are grown. Tours and tastings

will be available.

Next on the trail is Hodges Vineyards & Winery located in Camp Hill. Hodges offers a vast selection of muscadine, grape, and fruit wines to sample and purchase. They bottle wines on-site and import the more unique fruits, such as apples, blueberries, and blackberries, from farms local to Alabama. While tasting and exploring the vineyard, a farmto-table lunch will be provided

by Acre.

The last stop on the trail is Whipporwill Vineyards, a family owned and operated winery nestled in the historic town of Notasulga. Savor the final stop of the day as you’re guided through the elegant countryside.

Tickets to the AuburnOpelika Wine Trail are $55 each and include transportation

and lunch. Guests will arrive back to the Fairgrounds at approximately 4 p.m. You can purchase by cash or check from two locations: Auburn-Opelika Tourism Bureau 714 E. Glenn Ave. Auburn, AL 36830 Lee County Extension Office 600 S. 7th St. Opelika, AL 36801 You can also purchase tickets by going to this link: secure. touchnet.net/C20021_ustores/ web/product_detail.jsp?PROD UCTID=3413&SINGLESTO RE=true The Wine Trail is sponsored

by Lee County Extension, Lee County Master Gardeners, and the Auburn-Opelika Tourism Bureau. For more information, contact the Lee County extension Office at 334-745-3353.

Special to the Opelika Observer The public is invited to join Farm City members for the “Kiwi Tour” Sept. 20. Farm City members and anyone who would like to go on the tour should meet at the extension office at 9 a.m. and car pool to the Kiwi Farm in Reeltown.

The extension office is located at 600 S. 7th St. in Opelika. The Kiwi Farm is located at 270-598 McCain Lane in Notasulga (off 120 Tallassee.)

From there the group will meet for lunch at Elmer’s which is located at 6841 Tallapoosa St., Notasulga, AL 36866. After lunch the group will travel to the Blue Ribbon Dairy Farm located at 5290 Chana Creek Road in Tallassee before returning to the extension office. For more information, call 334- 749-3353.

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Ground Zero A 9/11 Story

By Vanessa Poulson For the Opelika Observer Sunel Merchant, along with the many other survivors and first responders, has vivid memories of September 11 2001.

The day started like any other for Merchant. Working on the 49th floor of the World Trade Center's north tower, he was employed as a computer desktop second-level consultant to a Japanese bank.

Merchant had worked in the World Trade Center since 1998 after moving to New York City in 1997 at 29 years old.

On that day in par-

ticular, the sky was blue and crystal clear.

It seemed peaceful out. Soon, everything would change.

His most vivid memories that day are of the first responders attempting to save lives in the burning building.

“I saw (a fireman) on the 25th floor coming up while I was going down. The police cars were rushing towards the World Trade Center while we were trying to run away from the smoke," Merchant said.

Merchant said he has not forgotten about the events of 9/11.

The memories of that morning, from start to finish, have inspired his desire to make sure

that the general public acknowledges the events of that day and supports the heroes that have stood up for good in the world.

Last Tuesday, the 17th anniversary of 9/11, Merchant helped host the 13th Annual “The Real Super Heroes" event at Philly Connection, which provided first responders with a free meal. With current global events in mind, the event is designed to recognize the sacrifices of the military, first responders and each of their family members.

“It is a day of sacrifice of the superheroes. It is also the day that woke up the world against terror-

Merchant ism,” Merchant said.

“We need to lead by example of good over evil. Support the good.

Thank the good. Feed the good.”

Merchant reminds all of us, for now, and al-

ways, to remember first responders and support them in their duties as much as we can.

Standard Deluxe to host Ray Bonneville in concert Oct. 19 Special to the Opelika Observer Traveling Canadian singer/songwriter Ray Bonneville will perform at the Standard Deluxe in Waverly Oct. 19.

Known for his blues-influenced, New Orleans-inspired style, Bonneville has earned many accolades, including a Juno Award for his 1999 album, "Gust of Wind." His post-Katrina ode, “I Am the Big Easy,” earned the 2009 Song of the Year Award from the International Folk Alliance, and in 2012 Bonneville won the solo/duet category in the Blues Founda-

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The Smiths Station City Council meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, with their work session beginning at 5:30 p.m.

EST and their regular

meeting at 6 p.m.

For more information, visit www.smithsstation.gov or call 334297-8771.

The Government Center is located at 2336 Lee Road 240.

Local business owner meets with Rep. Mike Rogers in Capitol

Photo special to the Opelika Observer Downtown Auburn’s Wrapsody owner Terry Shea visited with Congressman Mike Rogers in his Washington office. Shea was in town with the National Retail Federation (NRF) and presented Rep Rogers with a 2018 “Hero of Main Street” award. According to the NRF, Rogers was chosen for the recognition because of his support for public policy priorities important to the retail industry and its millions of small businesses.

tion or to purchase tickets, visit www.

standarddeluxe.com.

The venue is located

at 1015 Mayberry Ave. in Waverly.

LEE COUNTY VOTERS LEAGUE INVITATION TO THE PUBLIC President John Andrew Harris cordially invites all the public to attend the next Lee County Voters League meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, October 1 at Bethesda Baptist Church located at 201 South 4th Street in Opelika. Guest speaker Mayor Gary Fuller will speak to us on his newly formed commission to address crime in Opelika, which is an issue of great concern among League members.

It is also time for the League to begin our 2018-19 membership drive. With the general election just a few weeks away, President Harris requests all League members to mark their calendars for our special October 15 meeting to determine League endorsements to send out our announcements, press releases and other materials for voters who want to participate on November 6.

Your kindred spirits of democracy, Lee County Voters League

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