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Oliver’s 911 certification bill passes the House by unanimous vote

By SIRI HEDREEN Multimedia Reporter A bill that would require certification for 911 operators and dispatchers was passed 101-0 by the Alabama House of Representatives Tuesday.

The proposed legislation has yet to be considered by the senate but, if passed, would put the Alabama 911 Board in charge of granting

certification.

“It creates a standard training for 911 operators,” bill sponsor Rep. Ed Oliver (R-Dadeville) said.

Most 911 dispatch centers already employ a common standard but “there’s not any enforcement,” according to Oliver.

As such, House Bill 414 would widen the state 911 board’s remit as a state certifier,

authorizing “penalties, including suspension or revocation of certification, for violations of board rules,” according to the bill text.

The certification program would test for minimum core competencies and require a minimum number of training hours.

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Randy Anderson named 2021-22 president of the National Funeral Directors Association

By WILLIAM MARLOW Multimedia Reporter Randall “Randy” Anderson of Radney Funeral Home has been named the 2021-22 president of the National Funeral Directors Association, making him only the second Alabamian to have the title in the organization’s history.

NFDA is the world’s largest funeral service association, serving more than 20,000 individual members who represent nearly 11,000 funeral homes in the United States and 49 countries around the world.

Even with such a large scope, Jessica Koth, NFDA’s director of public relations, ANDERSON described Anderson as the organization’s typical member. According to Koth, most of the group’s members tend to be smaller family-owned funeral homes, serving fewer than 150 families a year in suburban and rural communities.

“Those funeral directors are known and trusted people in their communities and care for families when they have the death of a loved one,” Koth said. “Randy I think very much embodies our typical member, and understands their needs See ANDERSON, Page A7

Property tax still being collected for Tallassee City Schools

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer The Tallapoosa County Commission was left with no option but to vote to collect a total of 10-mills of property tax for Tallassee City Schools within the Tallapoosa County portion of Tallassee.

Tallapoosa County Revenue Commissioner Eva Middlebrooks told commissioners at its Monday meeting that a constitutional amendment mandates 10-mills be collected for educational purposes.

“Even if you vote no, we still have to collect it, because of that constitutional amendment,” Middlebrooks said.

Middlebrooks told commissioners it doesn’t affect what ad valorem tax is being collected in the Tallassee city limits for education.

“The whole point of the resolution is to transfer the District T tax to a levy called the Constitutional See PROPERTY TAX, Page A8

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City and community members join Jacky and Micky Wu for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Dadeville’s newest restaurant Ooh Crabs Juicy Seafood on Thursday, March 10.

A PLACE TO CALL HOME: Ooh Crabs Juicy Seafood celebrates grand opening

By WILLIAM MARLOW Multimedia Reporter City and community members officially christened Ooh Crabs Juicy Seafood, a new seafood restaurant in Dadeville, with a ribboncutting ceremony on Thursday, March 10.

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Obituaries REV. HARVEY CANADY

January 18, 1951 - March 10, 2022 Rev. Harvey Canady, 71, of Dadeville died Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Piedmont Columbus Regional Mid-Town Hospital, Columbus, GA. A private funeral service for the immediate family was held Monday, March 14, 2022 at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Dadeville at 12:00 p.m. (CST) with Rev. G. H. Pulliam officiating. Interment was in the church

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Canady, Jr., Timothy (Jodi) Canady, Frankie Moss, Fredrick Moss all of Dadeville and Edward Russell, Opelika; five granddaughters, six grandsons, twenty-one great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

To share your online condolences, please visit our website at www.vinesfuneralhome.com Vines Funeral Home, Inc., LaFayette, AL is handling the arrangements.

POLICE REPORTS DADEVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT MARCH 15 Micheal Nelson, 30, of Hoover was arrested for driving under the influence on U.S. Highway 280.

MARCH 14 Carl Price, 55, of Auburn was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear.

MARCH 12 A report was filed for domestic violence third that occurred on Rowe Street.

MARCH 11 Hoperia Johnson, 36, of Jacksons Gap was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear.

MARCH 10 Trenton Goodson, 44, of Dadeville was arrested for possession of a controlled substance on U.S. Highway 280.

MARCH 9 A report was filed for theft of property first that occurred in the Dadeville area.

MARCH 8 Amil Marchel Daniel, 21, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana and tampering with physical evidence. Possession of marijuana and tampering with physical evidence was reported in Alexander City. Theft was reported in Alexander City. Criminal mischief and criminal trespass was reported in Alexander City. Possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in Alexander City.

MARCH 7 Carl Wade Baker, 53, of Alexander City was arrested for assault. Jimmy Earl Freeman, 37, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. Lorene Faye Stewart Porter, 40, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. Burglary and criminal mischief TALLAPOOSA COUNTY SHERIFF’S was reported in Alexander City.

DEPARTMENT Domestic violence was MARCH 14 reported in Alexander City. Travis Dansby of Jeffrey Drive Possession of marijuana and in Montgomery was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia outstanding warrants for failure was reported in Alexander City. to appear child support. Theft was reported in AlexanMARCH 9 der City. Randy Woodyard of Highway Domestic violence and inter49 South in Dadeville was arrest- ference with a domestic violence ed on an outstanding warrant for call was reported in Alexander failure to appear child support.

City. Bryan Taylor of Old Kellyton MARCH 6 Road in Alexander City was arAshley Erin Haisten, 38, of rested for a probation violation.

Sylacauga was arrested for possession of a controlled substance ALEXANDER CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT and public intoxication.

MARCH 9 Bradford H. Ogletree, 58, of A dog bite was reported in Sylacauga was arrested for posAlexander City. session of a controlled substance Theft was reported in Alexanand public intoxication. der City. Tichel’le Renee Stovall, 30, of Leaving the scene of an acAlexander City was arrested for cident was reported in Alexander disorderly conduct.

City. Criminal trespass was reported Dog presumed to be vicious in Alexander City. and animal running at large was Possession of a controlled reported in Alexander City. substance and public intoxication was reported in Alexander City.

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Rev. Canady is survived by his devoted wife of fifty one years: Dorothy Russell Canady, Dadeville; one son: Christopher Canady, Gadsden; two daughters: LaColya (Wheeler) Jones and Nortasha Pearson both of Dadeville; four sisters: Nelba (Henry) Crayton, Camp Hill, Clarice Davis, Marie (Rev. Mac Authur) Moss and Valeria Jones all of Dadeville; six brothers: Melvin (Uli) Canady, Munich, Germary, Milford (Mrytis)

requirements to existing 911 legislation, such as that local 911 boards come up with a back-up plan, in case of outage or system failure, and that operators remain on call with someone until the appropriate emergency services

Criminal mischief was reported in Alexander City. Domestic violence and disorderly conduct was reported in Alexander City.

MARCH 5 Possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana was reported in Alexander City. Burglary and theft was reported in Alexander City. Theft was reported in Alexander City.

MARCH 4 Kevin William Dean Lahue, 27, of Alexander City was arrested for using false identity to obstruct justice. Desiree Hannah Hardegree, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana. Dominic Mason Robinson, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. Leaving the scene of an accident was reported in Alexander City. Assault was reported in Alexander City. Using false identity to obstruct justice was reported in Alexander City. Possession of a controlled substance was reported in Alexander City.

MARCH 3 Tatashawn Darrelle Green, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana, drug trafficking, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Fredrick Jordan Moss Jr. 26, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana, drug trafficking, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Theft was reported in Alexander City. Leaving the scene of an accident was reported in Alexander City. Unauthorized use of a vehicle

have been connected.

HB 414 also amends existing 911 law to define an emergency call request as “any request for public safety assistance” whether by voice, video or text, by removing some of the language ambiguity.

After unanimous passage in the house, the bill still awaits senate approval before it can be signed into law. HB 414 was the

was reported in Alexander City. Drug trafficking and possession of marijuana was reported in Alexander City. Cruelty to a dog or cat was reported in Alexander City.

MARCH 2 Cory Darnell Stowe, 39, of Dadeville was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. Jeremy Scott Smith, 37, of Kellyton was arrested for two counts of failure to appear. Debra Deloris Kelley, 62, of Alexander City was arrested for two counts of failure to appear. Possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in Alexander City. Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. Criminal mischief was reported in Alexander City. Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City.

MARCH 1 Telvin Floyd, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana and attempting to elude a police officer. Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. Possession of marijuana and attempting to elude a police officer was reported in Alexander City. Fraudulent use of a credit or debit card was reported in Alexander City. Unlawful breaking and entering a vehicle was reported in Alexander City. Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City.

FEB. 27 Harassment was reported in Alexander City. Criminal mischief was reported in Alexander City. Burglary was reported in Alexander City.

FEB. 26 Theft was reported in Alexander City. Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City.

second bill sponsored by Oliver to advance Tuesday. House Bill 312, banning the instruction of “divisive concepts,” was passed out of the House State Government committee after its brief stall, and now awaits full house consideration.

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Donation refreshes Russell Medical’s Women’s Center

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer A donation from John Russell and Claudia Thomas has created a better environment at Russell Medical’s Women’s Center.

The couple’s donation will allow for better care of breast cancer patients without a need to travel to other medical facilities.

Russell Medical celebrated the occasion Tuesday dedicating the center after the couple.

“It means the best state of the art equipment is here,” Russell Medical Women’s Center radiologic technologist Alison Burton said. “You can stay here in Alexander City — that’s the best part I think with the same staff a [patient] already knows. We don’t have to go to UAB anymore. We can provide a great service, just the same as UAB.” The Thomas’ donation allowed the addition of a stereotactic biopsy positioner attachment for the hospital’s 3D mammography unit and visual upgrades such as new paint, flooring, artwork and furniture — something every patient will see.

“I see your donation as a touch of love,” Burton said. “Every patient that comes in here will have that touch of love because of your contribution to the Women’s Center. This is a gift of a lifetime to everyone.”

Russell Medical Foundation director Tammy Jackson said she was thankful of the Thomas’ donation.

“We made it bright and lively,”

Jackson said. “You have no idea what kind of impact you are having.”

Shelly James is the director of radiology department at Russell Medical and said the gift has already been put to use.

“We just purchased and started using [the new attachment] in January,” James said. “We are proud of it and thankful for it”.

Russell Medical CEO Jim Peace said the Thomas’ donation will serve those who come to Russell Medical for years to come. Peace said the Thomas’ have done more for the community too.

“We are blessed to have that kind of impression on our hospital here with your names,” Peace said.

“Thank you for what you mean and do for this hospital and this community. This is a blessing for all of us to see this suite converted and the touch of class here today.”

John Russell Thomas has served on the board at Russell Medical in the past. His wife Claudia has visited the center on several occasions as a patient.

“Y’all do such a good job here,” John Thomas told the staff at the Women’s Center. “It’s important to the whole community. There is nothing more important than your health. You don’t have that, you don’t have anything. This has always been a great hospital that does a good job in our community.

We are thankful to be a part of it.”

The Russell Medical board has approved nine namings within Russell Medical that have raised more than $300,000 for renovations.

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John Russell and Claudia Thomas pose with the staff of the Russell Medical Women’s Center. Russell Medical named the center after the couple made a donation allowing renovations and upgrades to the center. John Russell and Claudia Thomas pose with the staff of the Russell Medical Women’s Center. Russell Medical named the center after the couple made a donation allowing renovations and upgrades to the center.

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Russell Medical Women’s Center radiologic technologist Alison Burton tells those gathered for a dedication honoring the Thomas’ donation allowing equipment upgrades and renovations at the center.

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The Alexander City Board of Education holds a special called meeting in the council chambers at the Alexander City Municipal Complex last month.

Alex City opens applications for seat on school board

By SIRI HEDREEN Multimedia Reporter The City of Alexander City opened applications for a vacant seat on the board of education Monday, as board member Kelly Waldrop’s five-year term comes to a close.

School board members are interviewed, then appointed by a vote of the city council. Waldrop, currently in his second term on the Alexander City Board of Education, indicated at a special called board meeting last month that he would not be applying for a third.

“I’m second in seniority to Michael [Ransaw]; I’ve been fortunate to be appointed by the council twice,” Waldrop said at the Feb. 25 meeting. “It’s a good feeling to be appointed. I believe we’ve figured out that

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Applications are due Friday, April 8, with interviews to be held at an April 18 Alexander City City Council work session, according to the city’s website. A new board member is expected to be chosen at the city’s regular meeting on May 2.

To be considered for the school board, applicants must be a qualified voter residing in Alexander City who is “of good character and capable of discharging all duties assigned to the board.” Applicants cannot sit on the city council or Tallapoosa County Commission and cannot “in any way be subject to the authority of the board,” for example, as an employee of Alexander City Schools.

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Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame

By BETH CHAPMAN March is National Women’s Month, so it is fitting that the Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame (AWHOF) held its annual induction ceremony this month.

Housed at the University of West Alabama, each year the hall “selects up to two women for induction who have made significant contributions on a state, national, or international level . . .” Only those deceased two years or more are considered.

Members of the AWHOF come from every avenue of life. They include such notable names as Rosa Parks, Tallulah Bankhead, Kathryn Tucker Windham and Harper Lee. This year’s inductees are Vestal Goodman and Allison Wetherbee.

Goodman was from Fyffe and known as the Queen of Gospel Music. She was the lead singer for the Happy Goodman Family who won multiple Grammy Awards, Dove Awards and had 15 No.1songs. Both Goodman and the group are members of the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame.

Southern gospel music great, Bill Gaither said Goodman had the “most dynamic and greatest voice in the history of gospel music.” He proclaimed her a “national treasure.”

Goodman was also one of the first female preachers to travel the state and nation preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Allison Wetherbee was born in Selma and raised in Camden. She was born with quadrilateral tetraamelia, a syndrome characterized by the absence of both arms and legs. But that never stopped Wetherbee.

She received a B.S. degree at Auburn University in Montgomery and earned a Master’s degree in mental health counseling. She was a tireless advocate for multiple noble causes including March of Dimes, Easterseals and Camp ASCCA where she visited as a camper as a child and later became an employee as an adult. Wetherbee shared her inspirational story on the camp’s behalf across Alabama in 67 counties.

Wetherbee’s autobiography “I Was Born This Way” was recognized by Anytime Fitness as a national member success story.

These two women, though totally different, represent the work ethic and spirit of the Alabama woman. Their names are now enshrined in the hall of honor, but their works continue to live and change lives everyday even though they are no longer with us. Thank you to the AWHOF for choosing to induct them this year.

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Incumbency reigns supreme in state senate B eing an incumbent state senator in Alabama is like owning that seat. The level of reelectability odds is probably better than that of an incumbent congressman, which is about the same as being elected to a seat in the Russian Communist Politburo.

Being a freshman state senator in Alabama is a more powerful position than being a freshman U.S. congressman. Especially if you want to affect public policy.

Many times, a 50-year old, successful person, who is interested in seeking a representative role will approach me and seek my advice about running for either a state senate seat or an open congressional seat. I will quickly advise them that as a state senator you are one of 35 and you immediately have an impact your first year as a state senator. However, if you win a congressional seat, you are one of 435 and because of the seniority system it will be 15 years before they know your name in Washington and 25 years before you are chairman of a committee and then it is time to retire.

In the 35-member Alabama Senate, there are 27 Republicans and 8 Democrats – a pretty super majority for the GOP. Twenty-four of the twenty-seven senate Republicans are running for reelection. Republicans Jimmy Holley, Del Marsh and Jim McClendon are retiring. These seats will be filled by another Republican.

Therefore, when the senate organizes next January the 27 to 8 super majority will remain the same. The lines are drawn to protect incumbents on both sides of the aisle. The Constitution provides the power of the pencil for legislators to draw their own legislative districts.

STEVE FLOWERS

Columnist Seventeen of the 24 Republican incumbents have no opposition in the Republican Primary. Of the seven Republican senators who drew a Republican opponent, they only got an opponent the last day of qualifying and their opposition is token at best. All 24 Republican incumbents will be reelected.

If my prognostication is correct, that is a 100 percent re-electability rate.

There are only two GOP incumbents that were first thought to have viable opponents. Tom Whatley at first blush was rumored to have a race. However, polling and fundraising reveals he will win easily.

The only interesting race may be in the Huntsville area where incumbent Tom Butler is being challenged by Bill Holtzclaw, who previously served in that senate seat.

The rule of incumbency also prevails on the Democratic side of the aisle. There is only one Democratic seat open.

Priscilla Dunn holds the post in name only. She has never attended a senate day in Montgomery for this entire quadrennium. The Senate has in essence been operating with 34 senators. In actuality, the Democrats have only seven senate seats. There are 150,000 residents of Jefferson County who have had no voice or vote in the Alabama Senate for four years. There are two Democratic House members vying to fill this seat, Merrika Coleman and Louise Alexander. Ms. Coleman is favored to win this open senate seat.

The cadre of leadership

on the Democratic side will return, including powers Bobby Singleton, Rodger Smitherman, and Vivian Figures. Hank Sanders will return to represent Selma and the Black Belt after a fouryear sabbatical. His daughter was in the seat this last quadrennium.

The entire leadership of the Republican led senate will return unopposed, including Greg Reed, Jabo Waggoner, Clay Scofield, Arthur Orr, Greg Albritton, Steve Livingston, Gerald Allen, and especially Clyde Chambliss. They will be joined by a superstar freshman class, who will become even more powerful. This class of leaders includes Will Barfoot, Garlan Gudger, April Weaver, Sam Givhan, Donnie Chesteen and a trio contingency of Baldwin/Mobile senators Chris Elliott, Jack Williams, and David Sessions. Another member of this sterling class, Dan Roberts of Jefferson, has an opponent but will be reelected.

The three open Republican seats and one Democratic open seat will give us some interesting senate races to follow.

One of, if not the most important ingredients which creates the power of incumbency, is the almighty campaign dollar. Money is the mother’s milk of politics.

Most of this campaign money comes from Special Interest Political Action Committees.

Ninety percent of those special interest dollars goes to incumbents. Thus, over 90 percent of Alabama state senators are reelected.

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.

Letter to the Editor

House Bill 312 — the suppression of pressing conversations “Divisive rhetoric” is inevitable and a part of everyday life in a republic. In fact, as Alexander Hamilton stated in the Federalist Papers, the freer a society, the more likely that factions will emerge.

Debate, disagreement and discourse are a part of a free society, as are factions, but as America moves toward a totalitarian dictatorship, the most distinguishing factor of our society becomes less of a trend, which is objectivity and free thought. When thought becomes a government sanctioned activity, we have lost our capitalist republic and socialism is in full swing.

Today’s socialism just seems to be coming from those who, with all vigor, claim to be capitalists, but we know better.

Rather than teaching our children to avoid critical issues, we must teach them to resolve these issues with knowledge and wisdom.

The same unscientific and superstitious culture of denial, dismissal and avoidance that has perpetuated racist outcomes in the past remains unaddressed and it is the cowardice that this bill represents that makes educators and lovers of free thought offended and repulsed. If we should teach

children anything it should be how to defend themselves intellectually and logically rather than to be blind followers of political idealists.

What’s rarely mentioned, in our classrooms as well our pulpits, are the facts concerning our history and the need to resolve its injustices.

At issue with any “critical” discussion is the truth and we cannot begin education with a presupposition that racism was not the fundamental aspect of colonial society.

But if this bill passes, evidence for or against the flawed presupposition can never be discussed because teachers will be fired for even bringing up the issue.

To be critical is to be historical, factual, qualitative and quantitative rather than emotional, sentimental and sensual. However, it is those who do not want these soulsaving conversations to take place that have something to hide. It is those whose politic is built from divisions and unscientific dogmas such as “race” who will suffer because thinkers on both sides will reject the argument and issues of race will die the death of other illogical and unreasonable ideas. If we begin to silence conversations and make debate a government-

controlled activity we have already lost our republic, which theoretically should be built upon free thought.

I resent politicians trying to stifle meaningful and material conversations because it makes certain people uncomfortable or offended. What makes free thinkers uncomfortable is the government sanctioned ban on free thought and scientific analysis. It is a good thing, if kids call into question the errors of the past, and even remember these errors, which can only make them less likely to reoccur. There is an evil empire that does not want the truth told because they have obtained so much from what Ayn Rand called the “unearned.”

House Bill 312 is socialism at its height and it and bills like it are being pushed by those across this nation who claim to be capitalists but are in fact far from it. For those who support this bill and claim that teaching critical thought is socialist, my question to them is: why have you not offered a bill to teach the principles of capitalism unless you are afraid that once it is taught it would become glaringly clear that you are not a capitalist as well?

Dr. Robert O. White II

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Saint Patrick’s Day is inspired by the life of a man named Maewyn Succat, also known as Saint Patrick. Mr. Succat was born around 400 A.D. in Britain. When he was around 16 years old, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders and taken to Ireland.

After he escaped those who enslaved him, he returned to Britain where he became a Monk. He changed his name to Patricius and returned to Ireland where he performed many good deeds as a missionary. Legend even states that he drove DR KIDZ all snakes from the Island.

(This is not true since there are no native snake species in Ireland.) For his good works, he was made the Patron Saint of Ireland. He died on March 17, 461 A.D. The holiday was originally created as a religious feast day in honor of Saint Patrick. In other parts of the World, it has almost become a celebration of Ireland itself. Today people celebrate the holiday by wearing green and having parties where foods are often dyed green. Parades are held in many major cities around the World. Rivers have even been dyed green to honor the occasion. If you are not wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day, tradition states that friends might teasingly pinch you. The holiday is celebrated every year on March 17, and this year the holiday will fall on a Thursday. Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!

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Adults, children, Christians, Non-Christians, Blacks, Whites, Mexicans, all others; we are lacking respect! Growing up, respect was taught at home and practiced in the community! What happened? Respect is not only vocal, but can be active or passive, tones of voice affect respect.

A couple of examples is the failure of using words such as “ma’am” and “sir” or “please” and “thank you” when addressing older persons, those in authority or those to whom we wish to recognize with respect! Have you been in a medical waiting room lately and the nurse calls you to the room by yelling only your last name, no preface of Mr., Mrs.,

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respect.” Scripture mentions four categories of people to whom respect should be given; elders, authority figures, Jesus Christ, and mankind in general. Interestingly, slaves are told to respect their masters not only when their masters are good and gentle, but also when they are harsh and unjust. (1 Peter 2:18).

Jesus Christ deserves the honor and respect of man, but He was given much disrespect when He came to save. Respect is owed to humanity in general, from one person to another, simple on the basis of our humanity. We each bear the image of God (Genesis 1:27).

1 Peter 2:17 sums up the virtue of respect nicely; “Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the king.” Godly people show respect to all other people, regardless of their behavior or position.

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Miss, etc.! Have you been in the presence of a minister, in their official capacity, and heard them addressed by only their first name?

I have had the opportunity to work with children at camp and heard the children addressing the adults by their first names only! Police are probably near the bottom of the list in respect followed closely by parents! Now the one that really shows disrespect is “Old Joe” or “Grandmother Ivey.” Mr. Biden is the President of the United States.

Ms. Ivey is our Governor of this great State and it is disrespecting the leader of the free world by, “not having anything nice to say.”

Our children see this garbage and we wonder why the world we live in today is so full of crime, violence, etc. that is brought on by disrespect! (My preference for political candidates has nothing to do with these observations).

In the Bible, respect is more specifically the act of acknowledging another person’s worth, especially because of position, honor, or age. Romans 13:7 tells us that “respect should be given to those who are owed

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Alex City superintendent Lankford to depart for Pike Road Schools

By SIRI HEDREEN Multimedia Reporter Alexander City Schools superintendent Dr. Keith Lankford resigned after being offered the top job at Pike Road Schools Tuesday, at a school board meeting he attended in person, following about a three-week-long selection and interview process.

In a 5-0 vote, Lankford was nominated and then appointed superintendent of Pike Road Schools.

Lankford indicated to the Pike Road school board that he would accept the position, though his resignation has yet to be affirmed formally by the Alexander City Board of Education.

“Thank you for giving me the honor to serve as next Pike Road superintendent,” Lankford said at the called board meeting Tuesday night in Pike Road. “I will begin the work today.”

Lankford told Pike Road Schools he’d be remiss without thanking his Alexander City counterparts.

“I want to make sure this is a smooth

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transition,” Lankford said. “My decisions are based on what’s best for kids – always.”

Pike Road board member Torre Smith said they were still negotiating when

Bill would require net-enabled devices to enable parental controls by default

By JACOB HOLMES Special to The Record An abbreviated hearing on a bill that would set phone parental controls to “on” by default brought passionate reasoning from both sides.

One side argued that the bill is a simple, common-sense approach to protect children from early exposure to pornography, which they said is damaging.

On the other were technology representatives, who said automatically filtering out content is anything but simple.

Each only got two minutes with the committee running out of time before session, and most of the speakers were cut off before completing their prepared remarks. Speakers at public hearings are typically given three minutes each to speak.

Melea Stephens, representing the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, said the bill is “really straightforward” as the “solution is already on the device.”

She spent most of her time educating the committee on the harmful impacts of children having early exposure to pornography.

“We’re seeing younger and younger children addicted to pornography after two exposures,” Stephens said. She also said there has been a “drastic increase” in sexual incidents between children after exposure to porn.

Lisa McCabe, director of state legislative affairs for CTIA, a lobbying arm of the wireless communication industry, told the committee the bill is “well-intentioned” but “unnecessary and unworkable.”

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and concerns, which is why they have put their faith in him.”

Koth added that the president also sets the tone and vision for the organization, often requiring hard decisions and a diverse perspective. Koth feels Anderson fits that description well, even labeling him as a new crop of funeral directors.

“He doesn’t necessarily have a familial connection to the profession, and we are seeing more people choose funeral service as a second career, and Randy certainly fits in with that,” Koth explained.

The school teacher of nine years made the transition into the profession full-time in 1995 after assisting Benefield Funeral Homes with planning visitations and funerals.

“I just fell in love with what was going on in the funeral home, not necessarily the death side, but the people side of it and decided I wanted to make a career change,” Anderson explained.

Over his 26-year career, Anderson has taken part in every aspect of funeral service, from the embalming process to comforting grieving families and planning funerals.

In that time, he has learned the importance of compassion in

their children have access to,” McCabe said “In addition to filtering, there are controls to prevent the use of certain apps … There can’t be Alabama-specific requirements for devices used across the country because they’re not designed on a state-by-state basis.”

McCabe also said the bill would put “burdensome requirements” on retailers at the point of sale.

Eric Gerritson read a letter from Becky Gerritson of Eagle Forum, calling the bill “an elegant and simple step.”

“There’s no real impact on providers,” Gerritson said. “It’s a checkbox. I challenge anyone to come up with a less intrusive solution.”

Knox Argo, a lobbyist for the Motion Picture Association, told the committee that filters don’t even work.

“Not like they want it to work,” Argo said. “You can’t have a filter establish prevailing community standard in Los Angeles and Wetumpka. I guarantee you they’re different.”

The bill would create a cause of action against manufacturers of internet-enabled devices if those devices do not have content filters turned on by default, resulting in a minor accessing content that is “harmful to minors.”

The bill defines “harmful to minors” to mean: “Any description or representation, in whatsoever form, of nudity, sexual conduct, sexual excitement, or sadomasochistic abuse when it: a. Taken as a whole, appeals to the prurient interest of minors; b. is patently offensive to prevailing standards in the

the profession.

“I think the most important trait that a person could have in funeral services is to care, because you’re always giving yourself to somebody else,” Anderson said. “Sometimes you have to get up in the middle of the night when it’s cold, wet and rainy, and go and take care of a family who’s just experienced the death of a loved one. It’s not the easiest thing to do, but I think this is the most rewarding thing that I’ve ever been able to do.”

Anderson added that lesson has rung especially true during the COVID-19 pandemic, which he described as a particularly trying time for the industry.

“The pandemic was very tough on everybody in funeral service, just like it was with hospitals. It was very tough for us,” he said.

Anderson estimated that he oversaw 300 additional funeral services related to the virus over the past two years.

Anderson hopes to share more lessons from his time in the profession with the NFDA, which he joined in 2015. Over the past seven years, Anderson has served in various roles within the organization, including now president.

The last president from Alabama was Percy Dixon, a native of Mobile, who served as president from 1900 to 1901.

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native, Anderson said he is proud to represent his community in this capacity. Anderson has dedicated much of his life to the betterment of Tallapoosa County, first serving as a teacher in the Tallapoosa County School System and then as a member of its board of education for 15 years. He has also volunteered with a host of charities and nonprofit organizations in the area including United Way, Meals on Wheels and the Salvation Army.

“I think it’s great that Alabama is recognized again at the national level in funeral service. I tell people all the time [Tallapoosa County] is a wonderful place to raise a family and everything is near perfect,” he elaborated. “We have a good community of people and this position is about what I can offer to make my funeral service better for this community.”

Anderson has technically served in the presidential position for three years, with two as president-elect until being installed as president in 2021. Due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, NFDA members consented to a temporary change to the association’s bylaws that delayed the installation of officers and at-large representatives who were elected in 2020 until 2021.

Anderson’s term will expire in October 2022.

Lankford’s contract will start.

Pike Road Schools, a fast-growing, suburban school district south of Montgomery, started searching for a new superintendent in January in preparation for the departure of Dr. Charles Ledbetter, the current superintendent. Ledbetter will stay at Pike Road until June, according to the school system, before moving to Pelham City Schools.

Lankford joined Alexander City Schools in 2019, following six months at Mobile County Schools as assistant superintendent and three years at Sheffield City Schools as superintendent.

Last year, the school board extended Lankford’s contract, from January 2024 to June 2026. The new contract also raised his salary to $174,607 for the current financial year, according to the Alabama State Department of Education.

The Pike Road school board gave a salary range of $175,000 to $200,000 on its superintendent job posting, which it said was negotiable based on “the successful candidate’s experience and proven track record of success.” The

search was conducted by the law firm Bishop, Colvin, Johnson & Kent.

One of Lankford’s main focuses during his Alexander City tenure has been capital projects. In 2020, the school system raised $48 million to construct a new high school, and $6.3 million to renovate existing schools. Last month, Lankford and the school board reached a deal with the City of Alexander City to fund another $26.5 million and to purchase land for the campus at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex.

Like Alex City, Pike Road has also been working to get a new high school off the ground. The $50 million project will be funded by a property tax increase passed by the citizens last year, and is expected to be complete by 2025.

Alexander City Schools has yet to advertise a vacancy for superintendent, but the interim role would likely fall to deputy superintendent Dr. Beverly Price, should Lankford resign.

In 2018, Price was shortlisted for superintendent but was passed up for Lankford by a 3-2 vote of the board.

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years with Ooh Crabs Juicy Seafood being the latest addition. The new eatery opened in February and will serve a mix of seafood, Chinese cuisine and fried foods.

The restaurant’s owners, Jacky and Micky Wu, said they were called to Dadeville for its smalltown atmosphere after living much of their lives in New York.

“We wanted to start a new life. Being in New York, the city life was too much. So, we just wanted to slow down a little bit,” Jacky Wu explained.

The couple moved to Alexander City last July after residing in New York for 19 years. In 1995, Wu immigrated to the United States with his family from China. At the time, he was just nine-yearsold.

As a teenager, Wu got his first taste of the South in 2004 after joining the U.S. Navy and relocating to Kings Bay, Georgia. For the next five years, he served as part of a submarine division.

In 2009, he returned to New York to work as an insurance agent until he began to yearn for the quiet life again. Last year, that chance presented itself when Wu’s friend, the owner of Ronin Sushi and Bar in Alexander City, offered him a job.

“My friend asked me to come here to help him manage his restaurant. So, I came down here to help them out, and then my wife wanted to come down and take a look also,” Wu added.

The two then hatched a dream of opening their own restaurant and began searching for an ideal business location. The couple soon landed in Dadeville where they have resided ever since.

Even as new residents, the Wus said that community support has been overwhelming, and described the grand opening as a success.

“I’ve heard a lot of great comments and how everybody is so happy that we’re here, that we’re bringing something different and new to the city,” Wu said.

Moving forward, the couple plans to expand their restaurant franchise in Dadeville and complete their transition from New York. At that time, they hope to call Tallapoosa County their permanent home.

“We are trying to move here right now and find a house. We are going to try to grow here first and then expand out,” Wu said. “We’re just here to help expand the city and grow together in Dadeville because I just want to see the city grow and to make it better.”

EXECUTIVE SESSION The commission was joined by Lake Martin Area Economic Development Alliance’s Chad Amendment 778,” Middlebrooks said. “It is the Odom and Denise Walls for an executive session Tallassee three-mill school tax that expired Oct. 1, to discuss economic development. After 25 minutes 2021. It is there because there is a requirement to the commission resumed its regular meeting with no collect 10-mills for a school district.” action from the session.

It means five and half mills of ad valorem are being collected via Constitutional Amendment 778 In other action the Tallapoosa County Commission: that requires 10-mills be collected to gain access to • Approved minutes of the Feb. 14 and Feb. 22 state education trust fund monies. meetings.

“When the T district tax expired and not brought to • Approved minutes of warrants and purchase a vote for the Tallapoosa County, it must be replaced orders. by this constitutional amendment,” Middlebrooks • Appointed Rickey Hunter to the Hackneyville said. “This typically would be done in February. It Water Authority Board. didn’t get done in time because we were still trying • Appointed Thad Flurry to the Walnut Hill Water to figure out what was going on.”

Authority Board.

Tallassee City Schools Dr. Brock Nolin said the • Approved moving a voting precinct back to The Tallassee Board of Education was still exploring its Mill Two Eighty. options on a public referendum to replace the monies • Approved an equipment bid in the amount of collected under Constitutional Amendment 778. $22,000 for patrol cars for the Tallapoosa County “Our attorney is still researching our obligation in Sheriff’s Department. this,” Nolin said.

• Approved FMLA leave for a county employee.

Middlebrooks said the resolution presented to the • Approved a low bid for a pole barn at the District commission Monday was not meant to solve the issue 4 county shop. permanently.

• Approved making the speed limit on Old Tree “This is intended to be temporary,” Middlebrooks Road 25 mph. said. “It’s a temporary fix until they can get it voted • Approved an agreement with the Alabama on.”

Department of Transportation for improvements on portions of Pearson Chapel Road. It requires a 10 JAIL RENOVATIONS percent match.

The commission did not vote to accept a bid • Approved the annual resolution for alcohol to update portions of the Tallapoosa County Jail. licensing fees.

Estimates put the cost at $85,000. Two bids were • Approved a three-year employment contract for submitted for $218,000 and $350,000. County Tallapoosa County Tourism director Sandra Fuller. administrator Blake Beck said the cost of materials was the main issue.

The next meeting of the Tallapoosa County The commission hopes to rebid the project in less Commission is scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, April than a year with hope material prices come down.

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adult community as a whole with respect to what is suitable material for minors; and c. taken as a whole, does not have serious value for minors, which includes only serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value for minors.”

The bill sets each violation at $10, with a single plaintiff able to claim up to $500. Each device which fails to have the content filter turned on at time of activation is considered a violation if the minor encounters harmful material on that device.

“It appears big tech would rather protect profits over children,” said Stacey Oliver, founder of Awaken Ministries.

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MAR. 17

CELTIC MUSIC - Lake Martin Dulcimer Club will perform their St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Music Concert at Dadeville Performing Arts Center at 5 p.m. Public Welcome. Donations accepted.

MAR. 19

TRADE DAY - ​​Third Saturday Trade Day in Millerville open from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Many items inside the old school. Set up outside to sell your items for free. Just off Highway 9 between Ashland and Goodwater and at the east end of Highway 148.

MAR. 20

THIRD SUNDAY - Ronnie Cooper, Kevin & Nikki Johnson Gospel Concert starts at 2 p.m. at Dadeville Performing Arts Center. Public Welcome. Donations accepted.

MAR. 21

CONCERT - Concert and Singalong with Desmond Allen starts at 12 noon at Dadeville Performing Arts Center. Desmond is a local singer-songwriter, guitar instructor and author.

He will be highlighting tunes from the 30’s through the 70s. Public Welcome. Donations accepted.

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Sponsor Rep. Chris Sells, R-Greenville, said “checks and balances” are needed on children’s access to harmful materials.

“It recklessly exposes kids to pornography,” Sells said. “It used to be dirty magazines that only 17-yearold kids could get. Now everything in the world is right here (on a phone).”

The bill will come back up before the committee next week for a vote.

ART EXPO - The Coosa River Art Expo Spring 2022 show will be held Saturday, Mar. 26, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Gold Star Park in Wetumpka. Those looking to compete or be a vendor should contact Rhonda Sims at rsims.crae@yahoo.com.

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Additionally, memorial markers will be placed to recognize deceased veterans by name, rank and service component but only 300 markers are available. If you would like a marker placed in Pennington Park to honor your loved one (and his/her deceased spouse), please private message “Pennington Park” on Facebook with the individual’s name(s), rank and branch of service or call/text Kurt Pfitzner at 334-233-9852.

MAY 14

FARMERS MARKETPLACE - Pennington Park’s 2022 Farmers Marketplace dates are now on the calendar. The Markets are scheduled from 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. in Dadeville’s Pennington Park, 121 N. Spring Street. The Marketplace is a producers-only market that provides high quality home-grown produce/homemade goods to the. Live music, when available, is scheduled on the pavilion during each market afternoon. Vendors interested in participating should email klpfitzner@gmail.com or call 334-233-9851 to request an application.

Booth spaces are free. Return the application and attach a copy of your Growers Permit and/ or Cottage Food License as applicable. Once received, you will be sent a copy of the Market’s rules/instructions and your participation confirmed.

ART IN THE PARK - Everything’s Art! and Pennington Park will host Dadeville’s 3rd annual Everything’s Art in the Park (AITP) on May 14, 2022, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Pennington Park located at 121 N. Spring St. in downtown Dadeville. AITP will feature juried original oil, watercolor, and acrylic art, and crafts created by local and regional artists. AITP has become known for quality and original hand-made creations to include crafts, jewelry and artwork.

The event will also host local food vendors and a free family-friendly live concert from 3 p.m.

– 7 p.m. Mark your calendars and bring your lawn chairs and coolers. Friendly, leashed pets welcome. Vendor applications can be obtained from Everything’s Art by sending an email to everythingsartguild14@gmail.com or calling 770328-2094. Additional information may also be found on Everything’s Art and Pennington Park’s Facebook pages.

MAY 14

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The 2021-22 All-Record girls basketball Player of the Year: Yonna Kimble

By TPI STAFF Few players in AHSAA Class 3A possess the complete scoring skill set of Reeltown forward Yonna Kimble.

Whether working from the post, on putbacks of offensive rebounds or in the midrange game, Kimble was the Rebels’ go-to scoring option and one that could take over a game if teams didn’t scheme around her.

She also proved one of Reeltown’s stronger defensive forces, leading the team in blocked shots.

For those successes she’s been named the 2021-22 All-Record girls basketball Player of the Year.

“Yonna was outstanding,” Reeltown coach Will Solomon

said. “As far as points per game, blocks, all that — she was pretty tough.”

Kimble led all Reeltown scorers with 13.6 points per game and tacked on 9.5 rebounds, all complemented by 2.1 blocks.

Of all her individual performances, though, one clearly emerges from the rest.

The Rebels needed a win over Beulah in their area tournament to reach the playoffs Feb. 7, and it was Kimble who, in large part, delivered that victory.

She tallied 28 of the team’s 37 points that night including 11 of 13 in the fourth quarter.

Kimble hit the eventual gamewinner in a 37-35 slobberknocker.

“I just wanted to win,” Kimble said after the game. “I was thinking in my head, ‘We’ve

got to win. We can’t stop here, we’ve got to go further.’ So I couldn’t give up then, I couldn’t let my team down.”

Her play often opened others up too, Solomon noted, since defenses had to shift their focus, in large part, to her.

“She just meant so much to the team,” Solomon said.

“Opponents knew that they had to stop her from scoring. That caused a lot of problems for defenses from Yonna, then her defensive presence, she had 40 blocks. She was just a great allaround player for us.”

As a junior, Kimble can return for the Rebels in 2022-23.

It’d be foolish to expect JAKE ARTHUR | THE RECORD anything other than another wellrounded scoring and defensive Yonna Kimble shoots over a group of Dadeville defenders Jan. 24. campaign.

THE 2021-22 ALL-RECORD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH OF THE YEAR:

PAM HOLLOWAY

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ew turnarounds in the state of Alabama match what Dadeville’s girls basketball team did this season.

In 2020-21, the Tigers won one game.

In 2021-22, they posted a 14-3 record and won an Area Championship, hosting a sub-regional playoff game.

As such, the coach that orchestrated that incredible rebound and captured the only area championship of any of the five schools covered by The Record is the 2021-22 All-Record girls basketball Coach of the Year.

That coach is Dadeville’s Pam Holloway.

“It’s a team effort,” Holloway said.

“It’s because of the hard work of the girls and everyone involved. We have to work hard on the court to win some games, off the court as well, and so many people helped to motivate and encourage the girls.”

The Tigers opened their season 4-2 after splitting a home-and-home series with Benjamin Russell, then embarked on the area’s longest winning streak.

Ten games in-a-row is what Dadeville won from Dec. 9 to Feb. 9, a prime time for Dadeville basketball in general as the boys team capped its own 13-game tear Feb. 17.

For the girls team, its winning streak culminated in an Area Championship victory over Reeltown, the third time the Tigers beat their rival Rebels during the year.

“I’m just appreciative at this point that the leadership stood out, and things we’ve been working on all season as far as playing together and communicating better and working together better, it actually showed tonight,” Holloway said after the win.

“We were able to stay focused and stay together even though we got down.”

A victory in that game meant Dadeville got to host a sub-regional playoff game, but they ran into a buzzsaw there.

The sharpest buzzsaw in AHSAA Class 3A, to be exact. Prattville Christian Academy, who won its second consecutive state championship at the end of the 2021-22 season, beat the Tigers 68-27.

“They have a great team,” Holloway said after the loss. “The girls never gave up, that’s one thing I’m proud of. We didn’t let up, we kept trying to adjust to different things.”

Holloway added that the leadership shown by the team’s seniors was a big factor in its success.

Even more than the result of the turnaround, however, the coach is proud of how she’s seen her athletes mature as people.

“We said throughout the season, ‘Nothing will work if you don’t,’” Holloway said. “That was a big thing we kept in our mind. Another big thing was holding each other accountable for our actions on and off the court, and pushing each other.”

Senior guard Nhylee Banks and senior center Layla Grace are among the departures from this year’s team.

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ANDY GRAHAM Columnist began on Monday. It was a disappointing 6-7 season and even more tumultuous off-season for Bryan Harsin’s first year on the Plains. Hopefully lessons were learned and progress will be made in year number two. That all begins over the next four weeks culminating with the A-day game on April 9. Here are 5 pressing questions this spring.

1. Who will replace Bo Nix? I doubt that question will be answered definitively until the fall, but the number of candidates must be streamlined. It’s a crowded room with TJ Finley, Texas A&M transfer Zach Calzada, Oregon transfer Robby Ashford, Dematrius Davis and incoming freshman Holden

SPORTS SCHEDULE Thursday, March 17 through Tuesday, March 22

BASEBALL

4Horseshoe Bend at Ranburne - Thursday, 4 p.m.

4Benjamin Russell at Marbury - Thursday, 5:30 p.m.

4Horseshoe Bend at Ranburne - Thursday, 6 p.m.* 4Central Coosa at Horseshoe Bend - Friday, 1 p.m.

4Reeltown at Cottage Hill Christian Academy - Friday, 6:30 p.m.

4Dadeville at Beauregard - Saturday, 11 a.m.

4Reeltown vs. Theodore (in Mobile) Saturday, 1 p.m.

4Benjamin Russell at Chelsea - Saturday, 1:30 p.m.

4Reeltown vs. Murphy (in Mobile) - Saturday, 3 p.m.

4Reeltown at Park Crossing - Monday, 11 a.m.

4Dadeville at Benjamin Russell - Tuesday, 5 p.m.

SOFTBALL

4Beulah at Dadeville - Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.

4Reeltown at Central Coosa - Wednesday, 6 p.m.

4Dadeville at Beulah - Thursday, 4:30 p.m.

4 Wo o d l a n d a t Hor seshoe Bend Thursday, 4:30 p.m.

4Wadley at Reeltown - Thursday, 6 p.m.

4Russell County at Dadeville - Friday, 4:30 p.m.

4Benjamin Russell at Opelika - Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.

4Dadeville at LaFayette - Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.

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Dadeville coach Pam Holloway gives instructions to her players during a game in December.

Five questions as Auburn begins spring practice e have now entered that brief, but incredibly entertaining part of the year when so many different sports overlap in college athletics. In the Loveliest Village, the baseball team is off to a 13-4 start and were looking pretty strong until this past weekend. They lost 2 of 3 to Middle Tennessee and gave up 21 runs in three games. Do you see red flags, because I do. The softball team has come roaring out of the gate with a record of 24-1 and swept Texas A&M to begin the conference season. Their offensive production has dramatically improved from last season and definitely gives them a chance to compete with the best of the SEC. The gymnastics program finished the regular season as one of the best in the country. Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee has been a superstar elevating everyone’s level of play. Now, we can throw football into the mix with 15 spring practices that

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Geriner. Each one has shown a lot of promise in one aspect or another, but they all have a lot to prove.

2. Which underclassmen will step up? The Tigers lost several outstanding players to the draft and quite a few others to the transfer portal.

LB Zakoby McClain and CB Roger McCreary were very productive and will be greatly missed, but nearly every position has holes to fill as a starter or backup. Linebacker, defensive line and wide receiver are three positions in particular need.

3. Where do the transfers fit in?

The door to the transfer portal swings both ways and Auburn has their share of incoming talent. Most of the attrition on the defensive line was from players in a backup role. Jayson Jones from Oregon and Jeffrey M’ba from Independence junior-college in Kansas both have the potential and opportunity to make an immediate impact. North Carolina transfer

Eugene Asante has turned a few heads in workouts and will be counted on to contribute at linebacker.

4. What effect will all the coaching changes have? Bryan Harsin definitely needs to establish some consistency on his staff. Jeff Schmedding will take over as defensive coordinator and Eric Kiseau will take over as offensive coordinator. Harsin will also be heavily involved with the offense and most likely call plays. Former Florida WR and NFL position coach Ike Hilliard will coach the receivers, former Auburn Letterman Jimmy Brumbaugh will coach defensive line and Christian Robinson, who also played at Florida, will coach the linebackers. The staff needs chemistry just like the players.

5. How much improvement can Auburn make in 2022? Again, this won’t be definitively answered in March or April, but the Tigers desperately need to create some positive momentum heading into the fall.

4 We t u m p k a a t Benjamin Russell (girls) - Thursday, 5 p.m.

4 We t u m p k a a t Benjamin Russell (boys) - Thursday, 7 p.m.

4Pell City at Benjamin Russell (girls) Saturday, noon 4Pell City at Benjamin Russell (boys) Saturday, 2 p.m. *Horseshoe Bend will play Ranburne a second time Thursday IF the two teams split the first two games of their area series.

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

The 2021-22 All-Record girls basketball teams

By TPI STAFF With the dust settled and state championships having been played in girls basketball this season, The Record wanted to take time to recognize some of the top performers from its coverage area this past season.

Forwards dominated the first- and secondteam selections, of which there were five each, though a few guards did show enough mettle to crack the list.

Reeltown junior forward Yonna Kimble, who was named All-Record Player of the Year Tuesday, is not included in this list. Here are the All-Record girls basketball teams: FIRST TEAM Nhylee Banks, Dadeville senior Banks proved among the most effective sharp-shooting guards in the area, whether behind the arc for 3 or getting to the line for free throws. She missed a few games due to injury early on but proved huge for Dadeville down the stretch, picking up 23 points and tournament MVP in the team’s 45-36 win over Reeltown in the AHSAA Class 3A Area 7 championship game.

“She’s a passionate player. She loves the game,” Dadeville coach Pam Holloway said.

“As she was growing into the mature player that she became, a lot of people saw her early on and thought she may have a small attitude or something. But the attitude they started seeing, which for me and her teammates was evident from day one, is that she just wanted it so much in her heart.”

D’aja Caldwell, Dadeville junior Playing power forward, Caldwell served as the centerpiece for the Tigers’ team defensively and developed a post and putback game that were great additions to Dadeville’s offense. She’s one of two players on the AllRecord first team who is not a senior and can return next season.

“She showed [her love for defense] day in and day out,” Holloway said. “She even expressed to the team, she was a leader in practice in showing all her teammates how she wanted them to step up and be more of a family and be more together. Every day, whether she was having a good day or not, she came out and gave her best effort.”

Tyliciya Calhoun, Benjamin Russell senior Benjamin Russell switched to a more up-tempo style of offense this season, and

Calhoun served as the main catalyst for it.

The guard led the Wildcats in scoring and her quickness and decisiveness in transition proved a major positive for the team.

“She was our leading scorer, and a lot of times, when we were down, she held us in there,” Benjamin Russell coach Latreisha Moon said. “She just does a lot for us. She rebounds well, she was our leading scorer and she was a leader on our team.”

Makayla Langston, Reeltown senior Few players around the state of Alabama can say they recorded a 20-20 game, but that’s something Langston, Reeltown’s 6-foot-1 JAKE ARTHUR | THE RECORD center, did this season. She was among the Dadeville’s Nhylee Banks fires a 3-pointer against Reeltown in the Tigers’ area championship game at Dadeville best rebounders covered by The Record, High School Jan. 24. picking up 13.8 boards per game and adding 10.2 points to average a double-double.

“I’m really proud of her,” Solomon said.

“She had some setbacks and was unavailable to play her junior year, but she came back this year and had an outstanding season. Had a team-leading 262 rebounds. Just glad to have her back out there and we’ll definitely miss her in the lineup.”

Reagan Taylor, Horseshoe Bend sophomore Taylor shouldered a large portion of the Generals’ scoring load when on the court this year. Her burst in transition and accurate shooting — she knocked down 32 3s as part of 88 total makes — helped open up the team’s offense.

“She hustles and she works hard,” JAKE ARTHUR | THE RECORD Horseshoe Bend coach Erica Meigs said. Dadeville junior D’Aja Caldwell poses for feature photos with The Record in January.

“She does work hard. That probably is where most of her points come from. She’s got a little bit more growing to do too.”

SECOND TEAM Nadia Brooks, Horseshoe Bend junior Emily Brown, Central Coosa senior Layla Grace, Dadeville senior Tamya Harris, Benjamin Russell junior Ashley Flurry, Reeltown junior HONORABLE MENTIONS Benjamin Russell: Ami Edwards (8th), JaNiya Martin (sr.)

Central Coosa: Kaziyah Moon (fr.), Imiya Reese (fr.)

Dadeville: Kaniyah Wilkerson (sr.), Janiya Wyckoff (sr.)

Horseshoe Bend: Greenleigh Key (fr.), Jacey JAKE ARTHUR | THE RECORD Johnson (so.)

Reeltown: Demetria Brown (so.), Dasia Tyliciya Calhoun during an AHSAA basketball game between the Benjamin Russell Wildcats and the Stanhope Elmore Mustangs at Benjamin Russell High School in Alexander City on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022.

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PUZZLES & HOROSCOPE ARIES (March 21-April 19) You don’t feel much like working today. Ideally, you would rather kick back and relax. Nevertheless, some ideas percolating on the back burner of your mind might lead to new ways to make money or get the best use out of something that you already own. Tonight: Check your pet.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You love your creature comforts, and today is a pleasure-loving day. Enjoy social outings, fun times with kids, sports events and the arts. You might meet a new face today, or perhaps someone younger will surprise you and make you feel younger. Ah, that infectious boost of youth! Tonight: Socialize!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) This is a feel-good day, partly because you feel that you can rest on your laurels. Parents or bosses and VIPs approve of you, which is why you feel you don’t have to knock yourself out today. Nevertheless, someone might have an exciting new suggestion, Tonight: Family confusion.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Travel plans might change suddenly today. Alternatively, you might have a last-minute chance to travel. Something fun might suddenly drop in your lap. Enjoy meeting people from other cultures and different backgrounds.

(Think twice before picking up the tab for everyone.) Tonight: Wishful thinking.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) This is a tricky day because something unexpected might arise regarding shared property, inheritances or the financial support that you receive from another source. But at the same time, your financial judgment is a bit fuzzy today. Hmm, tread carefully!

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) This is a great day for you because the Moon is in your sign dancing with Jupiter, which will tend to make you too extravagant and generous with others. Overindulgence is also likely!

Meanwhile, someone close to you might throw you a curveball or do something you least expect. Tonight: Confused communications.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Even though you are focused on getting better organized at this time, today you feel a bit lazy. That’s OK. Take time off for good behavior. Be gentle on yourself. Instead of trying to get caught up, focus on the present.

The good thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time.

Tonight: Fuzzy thinking.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) An unexpected invitation might come your way today. Conversely, social plans might suddenly change.

Parents, take note that this is a mildly accident-prone day for your kids, so be vigilant. New love or a saucy flirtation might catch you off guard.

Tonight: Someone might disappoint you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Stock the fridge, because unexpected company might arrive today.

Something will change your home routine -- hopefully, not a broken appliance. This is a good day to entertain at home or just relax and enjoy a guilty pleasure, perhaps daytime TV. Tonight: Be clear with the boss.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) This is a lovely day to make contact with siblings, relatives and neighbors, because you feel friendly and generous to others. However, this is also a mildly accident-prone day, so please pay attention to everything you say and do. Tonight: Be discerning.

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Beginning with the May 2022 Primary, the temporary Election Polling Location at the Mill 280 will revert back to the Alex City National Guard Armory.

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Public Notices Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS RENOVATION OF GYMNASIUM AT DADEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE TALLAPOOSA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION DADEVILLE, AL MCKEE PROJECT NO. 2020-196 The sealed proposal as described above shall be received

by Mr. Raymond C. Porter, Superintendent, at the Tallapoosa County Board of Education, 679 Columbus Street, Dadeville, AL 36853 | Phone: 256-825-0746, until 2:00 PM Central Time, Tuesday, April 5, 2022, then opened and read aloud.

A Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid/ walk through to be held at 10:00 AM Central Time on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at the school gym.

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The project shall be bid excluding taxes. Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Architect or copies thereof. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owners judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted.

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A certified check or Bid Bond payable to the Tallapoosa County Board of Education in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00 must accompany the bidder’s sealed proposal. Performance and statutory labor and material payment bonds will be required at the signing of the Contract.

All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect.

All bidders shall show such evidence by clearly displaying current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered.

PDFs of the project can be reviewed by going to the McKee website @ www.mckeeassoc. com and selecting “Project Bid List”. Also, if you are not receiving NOTIFICATIONS from us, please register on our website, “Project Bid List” by selecting manage your bid list profile.

The documents may be viewed on-line and printed by General Contractors, Sub Contractors and Suppliers. Documents

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Addendums will be provided to entities that have CONFIRMED bidding for this particular project. The Architect retains ownership and copyrights of the documents. If bidders require printed sets, the following shall apply: Submit to the Architect at mckeeplans@gmail.com the company’s name, first & last name, phone number, address, project name & number along with a deposit of $150.00 per set. The deposit shall be refunded for each set returned in reusable condition within ten days after bid opening.

All RFIs and RFAs regarding the bid documents shall be sent and addressed through emails found on the RFI and RFA forms in the project manual. NOTE: ONLY THE RFI AND RFA FORMS IN THE PROJECT MANUAL WILL BE ACCEPTED. The Architect will not accept inquiries via telephone or fax.

Completion Time: See scope of work in Project Manual.

Supervision: Contractor to provide Superintendent(s) to ensure proper supervision for all work.

Owner: Mr. Raymond C. Porter, Superintendent, at the Tallapoosa County Board of Education, 679 Columbus Street, Dadeville, AL 36853 | Phone: 256-825-0746 Architect: McKee and Associates Architects, Inc., 631 South Hull Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104, Phone: (334) 8349933 Dadeville Record: Mar. 17, 24 and 31, 2022 2020-196 PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF TALLAPOOSA COUNTY, ALABAMA DADEVILLE DIVISION CHRISTIAN RHODES and LEE ANN RHODES, Plaintiffs, v. THOMAS JACKSON FERGUSON, et al., Defendants.

CIVIL ACTION NO. 62-CV-2020-900012.00 NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that in accordance with a Decree heretofore entered in the above styled cause on the 14th day of January 2022, I will sell to the highest bidder for cash at the front door of the Tallapoosa County Courthouse, 125 North Broadnax, Dadeville, Alabama, at 12:00 noon, on the 25th day

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y of March, 2022, the following described tract or parcel of land lying and being situated in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, towit: The Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter and the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 11, Township 19, Range 23, Tallapoosa County, Alabama.

Additional information may be obtained by calling the Law Of¿FHV RI -DPHV 5 %RZOHV 7DOlassee, Alabama at (334) 2836548.

DONE this 25th day of February, 2022. /s/Patrick Craddock CIRCUIT CLERK Dadeville Record: Mar. 3, 10 and 17, 2022 62-CV-2020-900012.00 PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF TALLAPOOSA COUNTY, ALABAMA IN RE: ESTATE OF HOYT MICHAEL TREADWELL Case No. 2021-0170 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR Letters of Administration on the Estate of Hoyt Michael Treadwell, deceased, having been granted to the undersigned on the 1 day of March 2022, by the Hon. Talmadge East, Judge of the Probate Court of Tallapoosa County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against the said estate are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law or the same will be barred.

Kristie Jones Treadwell, Administrator Mark Allen Treadwell, III Attorney for Administrator 129 West Columbus Street Dadeville, Alabama 36853

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1 The HughesNet Gen5 service plans are designed to deliver download speeds of 25 Mbps and upload speeds of 3 Mbps, but individual customers may experience different speeds at different times of the day. Speeds and uninterrupted use are not guaranteed and may vary based on a variety of factors including: the configuration of your computer, the number of concurrent users, network or Internet congestion, the capabilities and content of the Websites you are accessing, network management practices as deemed necessary, and other factors. When you connect to the HughesNet service using Wi-Fi, your experience will vary based on your proximity to the Wi-Fi source and the strength of the signal.

2. Free standard installation applies to new Lease subscribers only. Not valid with Purchase option. Limited-time offer. Restrictions may apply.

3. Per the “5th, 6th, 7th and 8th FCC Measuring Broadband American Reports.” Go to: https://www.hughes.com/who-we-are/resources/press-releases/ - Minimum term required. Monthly service and early termination fees apply. Visit legal.HughesNet.com for details.

- HughesNet is a registered trademark of Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar Company.