FYI: A Newcomer's Guide to Elmore County

2019-2020 Edition

FYI

Newcomer's Guide to Elmore County Annual publication of The Wetumpka Herald, The Tallassee Tribune and The Eclectic Observer

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Welcome to Elmore County Welcome to Elmore County, an area rich in history and tradition, offering excellence in public services, financial strength and economic development. We here at Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc., the primary local news source in Elmore County, are happy to introduce you to the community through FYI, our annual newcomer’s guide. We hope it will help you to settle into the neighborhood, connect with businesses and organizations that serve your needs and assist you in becoming involved in community events in your new hometown.

This area offers excellent education systems and healthcare facilities, beautiful parks and endless recreational opportunities, including golfing, paddling, fishing, hiking, biking, music festivals and more. You’ll also find a thriving arts society here, from art galleries and organizations to community theatre and the arts in local schools. You’ll find information about all these happenings in this useful publication.

The area has some unique attractions, too, that will unfold as you peruse the pages of FYI and learn about the county’s marvelous community intricacies.

But first, you’ll need to make your landing and get services hooked up in your new home. We’ve got you covered there, too. Turn to page 32 for all the information about utility hookups and city service locations for all your needs. Be sure to hold onto this directory, which includes inmportant emergency numbers, law enforcement and local fire department numbers, as well as contacts that will help you become involved with civic organizations and even where to take the pup for grooming or veterinary services.

As you begin life in this new community, you’ll want to keep up with what’s happening close to home and across the county, and keeping you informed is our top priority at TPI. We publish three newspapers in the county, each with a focus on the local community. Look for The Wetumpka Herald, The Tallassee Tribune and The Eclectic Observer in racks at local merchants. You can subscribe to e-editions of The Wetumpka Herald and The Eclectic Observer online at thewetumpkaherald.com or call 256-234-4281 for a subscription, so you are sure to have the news you need when you need it.

We publish Elmore County Living, as well, a monthly lifestyle magazine showcasing the places to see, things to do and people to meet throughout all of Elmore County. Visit our website at lakemagazine.life/elmorecountyliving for links to the free e-edition of Elmore County Living, read magazine articles online and learn about upcoming events in the area.

Through TPI Digital, you’ll find series features, including our high school sports talk show, Inside the Lines, along with its recently launched sister podcast by the same name. We present an interview series, TPI Talk, which should help you get acquainted with neighbors and happenings in your new community.

You’ll find that community pride runs deep in Elmore County, and before you know it, you’ll be feeling some of that community pride, too. We think it will only take a little bit of getting to know the area, and we hope this convenient resource helps you grow to love your life here.

Steve Baker, Publisher

On the cover The John B. Scott Trail features local flora and fauna on its miles of scenic trails through Elmore County.

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FYI: A Guide to Elmore County is an annual publication of TPI. It is designed to acquaint newcomers with the towns that comprise Elmore County.

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ForYour Information Table of Contents

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Welcome

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Directory Calendar of Events 28 Education 30 Utility Setup 32 Local Government 33 Service and Civic Organizations 34 Emergency and Medical Services 35 Ad Index/Business Directory 36 Chamber Directory 37

Newcomer’s Guide Local legacies live on 7 A Flair for the Arts 8 Fountain of Endless Fun 12 Novel Destinations 16 Where to Play 20 Sheltered from Harm 24 Local job training close to home 26

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Local legacies live on

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he Talisi Historical Preservation Society is presenting an opportunity for Elmore County residents to preserve their legacies in a time capsule on behalf of Alabama’s bicentennial celebration.

Two hundred caplets are available for $100 each to complement THPS’s mission of preserving history. The time capsule will be buried at the end of the year with a community celebration where the hole will be dug, capsule buried and a historical marker placed.

After covering the cost of the endeavor itself, remaining funds will help upgrade Tallassee Falls Museum and assist with funding other preservation and renovation projects.

Located at 201 Barnett Blvd. in Tallassee, the museum captures the town’s rich history and culture through 12 exhibits. Donations of artifacts and memorabilia from Tallassee, Tallapoosa and Elmore counties are encouraged. The museum is open Thursdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Special appointments may be made for tours, churches, schools and other groups by calling 334-991-4704.

Much of the history that stems from other towns in Elmore County can be found at the Elmore County Museum in Wetumpka. Director Sharon Fox is an enthusiastic resource regarding historical figures and events.

The museum’s permanent collections include paintings of former Wetumpka residents, authentic Civil War and World War uniforms, period clothing, musical instruments and a progression of tools and kitchen utensils used 200 years ago.

Fox also is active in the local historical society, which helps funds the museum. Located at 112 S. Main St. in Wetumpka, the museum is open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, call 334-567-5097.

About a mile down the road is the Elmore County Museum of Black History, established in 1986 as a landmark. The Elmore County Association of Black Heritage preserved the

The French army fires muskets at Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson during spring encampment

building and maintains the museum, which is filled with permanent collections focusing on schools, churches and black families who have donated historical artifacts.

The museum, located at 1004 Lancaster St., could be toured by appointment by calling Frazine Taylor at 334-567-8395 or Gwen Turner at 334-567-5330.

Also located in Wetumpka, Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson Park re-creates lifestyle culture from 1700 to 1820, just prior to the creation of Alabama. There also is a re-created 1751 Fort Toulouse, Creek Indian houses and a partially restored 1814 American Fort Jackson on site.

The park’s two main annual events are Alabama Frontier Days and the French and Indian War Encampment. Frontier Days offer an authentic look into the culture of pioneer life, and this program is used as an educational tool for students in fourth grade. Re-enactors from around the country travel to demonstrate tools, daily activities, clothing, weapons and housing during this period in history.

Friends of the Fort helps fund maintenance and programs of Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson Park, which is part of the Alabama Historical Commission. The campground also features hiking trails, an arboretum, picnic areas, a visitor’s center with a gift shop and more.

Visitors can access the park, located at 2521 W. Fort Toulouse Rd., seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit ahc.alabama.gov.

The West Elmore Historical Society was incorporated in 1996 in Millbrook and is mostly active on social media through its Facebook page. Its mission is to promote, educate and preserve local landmarks and history.

Through museums, exhibits, organizations and programs, the history of Elmore County is captured well. Abundant resources and information are available to learn about this county, which was officially created from parts of Autauga, Coosa, Montgomery and Tallapoosa counties in 1866.

Elmore County Art Guild holds an annual winter show for local artists

A Flair for the Arts STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI PHOTOS BY DONALD CAMPBELL AND CLIFF WILLIAMS & COURTESY OF KRISTY MEANOR

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erforming arts play a large role in communities throughout Elmore County, whether its student involvement in productions, art shows and receptions from local organizations or community theaters hosting plays, musicals and summer camps, the opportunities to express creativity are limitless.

The Wetumpka Depot Players recently competed in a national competition and have succeeded in receiving awards, recognition and accolades for years. The Wetumpka Depot typically hosts about five productions throughout the season, along with other concerts and programs.

This year marked the inaugural Penguin Project performance, which features the talent of youth with special needs, partnered with peer mentors. The outreach program provides these children an opportunity to participate in community theater, make friends and learn life and social skills. Executive Director Kristy Meanor said youth involvement of any kind in theatrical performances is important for enriching children’s quality of lives.

For more information, visit WetumpkaDepot.com or call Meanor at 334-868-1440.

The Wetumpka Depot, along with the Millbrook Community Theater, hosts an annual summer camp for youth interested in enriching their artistic talents.

The Millbrook Theater also stages about five productions each year ranging from comedies and musicals to kid-friendly selections. The Millbrook Community Players are always seeking volunteers, along with paid positions, to assist with its performances.

For shows’ information or to make a donation, visit

MillbrookTheater.com.

In Tallassee, the historic Mt. Vernon Theatre has been recently renovated and re-opened. This cultural arts center is home to any number of concerts, performances, awards ceremonies, movie showings and events throughout the year.

During shows’ intermissions, the doors to The Courtyard are opened allowing guests to admire the beautiful natural scenery accompanied by a pergola, benches and the opportunity to take in some fresh air. For more information about the theater, visit MtVernonTheatre.net.

To admire still works of art, there are three main nonprofit organizations that preserve the history of arts culture and increase awareness of its importance around the county.

Many well-known local artists have formed an art guild membership at Red Hill Gallery in Tallassee. Featured artists are rotated and featured monthly, and open their exhibits with free receptions open to the public. Red Hill Gallery features artwork from around the world year round, along with operating a framing business. The store is open six days a week and has plans for future expansion. Visit the Red Hill Gallery Facebook page for upcoming events.

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery recently lost its home base due to tornadoes that struck the town in January, but it still hosts monthly programs. Tuesdays with Kelly are temporarily held at the Trinity Episcopal Church on the third Tuesday of each month. Speakers from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds share their knowledge and experiences with the public. The event is free to

The Tulotoma Art Trail this year featured a steampunk competition

attend, and guests should bring a brown bag lunch to enjoy during the mid-day events.

While the permanent gallery portion of The Kelly is still searching for a new location, it hasn’t stopped the staff from hosting events and partnering with other organizations. In April, The Kelly partnered with Main Street Wetumpka to host the second annual Tulotoma Art Trail.

Vendors filled the downtown streets with handmade wares, and a steampunk competition closed out the evening. In November, The Kelly will host its annual Artists Market, complete with plenty of unique gift options for the holidays. For more information, visit TheKelly.org.

The Elmore County Art Guild was established in the 1980s by a group of devoted volunteers wanting to share their talents with people who have similar interests. Now, the ECAG conducts monthly adult programs, partakes in community outreach, hosts shows throughout the year and inspires youth involvement in the arts.

Sparking the Arts is an annual reception that recognizes the talents of students’ artwork throughout the county – from both public and private schools. Volunteers from ECAG collect chosen pieces in grades kindergarten through 12. The students are awarded prizes and ribbons for different age categories and are celebrated during the event.

For more than 30 years, the ECAG has hosted an annual juried winter showcase. It is the group’s largest event of the year and features artists with different media from across Central Alabama. For information about ECAG, visit ElmoreCountyArtGuild.com.

The Dixie Art Colony Foundation, established by Mark Harris, preserves the legacy of a group of Alabama artists who left a lasting impact on historical culture. Nobles Ferry on Lake Jordan was the site of the DAC from 1937 to 1948 and is still intact. Tours are available upon request by calling 334-328-0730.

A new version of the DAC’s informative video was recently released at a premiere showing during TallaseeNOW Riverfest. Dixie Art Colony: A Look at its

Community theater programs offer creative outlets

Lasting Legacy provides a summary of the history of the colony, its main artists and their works. Harris and members of the DAC are continually discovering new information and pieces of art linked to the colony. They share this information with the public during programs and exhibitions throughout the year.

Most recently, Harris has discovered some colonists’ works were part of the New Art Deal project in the late ’30s. DAC is in the middle of hosting its two-year seminar of unveiling this information and educating the public. For more information on the foundation, the DAC artists or educational opportunities, visit DixieArtColony.org.

Take advantage of the many cultural offerings of fine arts throughout Elmore County, and meet some new folks at these receptions, programs, productions and exhibits.

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A Fountain of Endless Fun Where to go and what to do in Elmore County

Paddleboarding lessons are available on Lake Martin

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ecreational opportunities abound in Elmore County from river paddling for leisure or competition to lake cruising and watersports.

Residents are treated to an oasis of activities based on or around local bodies of water.

Beginning at Jordan Dam, the Coosa River’s northern passage is filled with rock formations and contains a Class III-rapids called Moccasin’s Gap. This area is especially attractive to rafters, canoes and kayakers. The most well known, long-lived competition in this area is the Coosa River Whitewater Festival, which occurs over a two-day period. The event has attracted paddlers from across the Southeast for more than three decades.

Coordinated by the Coosa River Paddling Club, the race features battles for King of the Wave and other technical scores.

From April to October, Coosa Outdoor Center and Coosa River Adventures, both located in Wetumpka, offer river excursions, along with transportation to launch sites and necessary supplies for treks down the river.

The Coosa River divides the historic district of Wetumpka from its residential side and joins the Tallapoosa River in Elmore County to form the Alabama River. Paddlers enjoy views of wildlife – such as osprey, eagles and great blue heron – along the way.

Lake life options also are bountiful. Jordan Dam was

13 put into service in 1929, creating the 4,900-acre Lake Jordan. The bass, bream, bluegill, redear sunfish, crappie and catfish are plentiful in the lake, making it a popular spot for fishermen and professional, student-oriented and charity fishing tournaments throughout the year.

Many anglers also enjoy tailrace fishing below one of several dams on Lake Jordan, including Jordan, Walter Bouldin and Mitchell. But be aware of the generator schedules to avoid getting caught in the rising waters.

Boaters, jet skiers and water sports also are popular activities on the lake. Public and private boat ramps provide access to Lake Jordan, and two popular areas include Bonner’s Point on the west side of the lake and Rotary Landing on the east.

Lake Jordan Marina is filled with everything needed for a good time on the water, including fuel, groceries, gift items, swimwear and watersports apparel, boating accessories, dock hardware, camp supplies and more.

The marina, located at 789 Lakeland Dr. in Titus, also offers boat storage slips, an RV park and boats for sale.

For more information, call 334-567-8159.

Lake Jordan Home Owners and Boat Owners Association is a 501(c)3 organization with a mission to enhance the quality of life for all things living on or around the lake. Members monitor water levels and quality, preserve shorelines, promote safety and provide enjoyable opportunities for everyone. They also host the

Many anglers enjoy fishing below the dam

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Moccasin's Gap on the Coosa River provides adventure for competitive paddlers

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Quarterly meetings – held the first Monday of January, April, July and October – are open to the public and include educational speakers and important information about relevant issues. For more information, visit lakejordanhobo.org.

Partially in Elmore County, Lake Martin offers 44,150 acres of water for continuous play. With lakeside restaurants, endless events and plenty of wide-open water for activities, Lake Martin is a popular attraction.

Developed in the 1920s with the construction of Martin Dam, Lake Martin is home to multi-million dollar lake homes and 880 miles of shoreline.

Dozens of islands throughout Lake Martin feature a variety of events and activities, and many are open for camping, picnicking or simply anchoring the boat for a few hours. Relax with family and friends and float in the sun on a hot day.

Lessons also are available in wakesurfing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, water skiing, sailing and flyboarding. Anyone looking to take in the sport without participating, could attend clinics and competitions held throughout the season for spectators.

Fishing is one of the lake’s most popular pastimes, and guide services can help locate the big stripers and largemouth bass. Crappie fishermen find an abundance of catches, and the lake is a regular on the rotation for professional tournaments.

There are 12 marinas on Lake Martin where boaters can fill up with gas, groceries, beverages and necessary supplies or lake toys for fun in the sun. Marina employees also could also can arrange for boat repairs or winter storage.

Home to numerous events throughout the year, Lake Martin flourishes with music, competitions, art shows

and activities for the whole family.

Alabama residents must obtain a valid boater’s license to operate a vessel on these lakes, along with obtaining proper boat registration and following safety rules. Find information about certification/license requirements at outdooralabama.com/boatingeducation-and-operatorcertificationlicense or call Marine Patrol headquarters at 800-272-7930.

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The remains of a 5-mile wide crater can be seen from the Bibb Graves Bridge in Wetumpka

Novel Destinations STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI & PHOTO BY BARRY CHRIETZBERG

WETUMPKA IMPACT CRATER The greatest natural disaster in Alabama’s history sits right in the center of Wetumpka. The eroded remains of a 5-mile wide crater that blasted into the bedrock during the Age of the Dinosaurs now is a landmark to the Elmore County community. It also is still prominent above ground for about 3 to 4 miles.

A panoramic view of the highest point on the crater rim at Bald Knob Mountain is visible from various routes in town. Portions of the horseshoe-shaped ridge of rock can be seen from the Bibbs Graves Bridge and locations along U.S. Highway 231.

The City of Wetumpka, in conjunction with the Wetumpka Impact Crater Commission, conduct guided bus/walking tours of the Impact Crater area each late winter for a nominal fee, which is used toward building a future interpretive center. Dr. David King typically conducts a free public presentation on the updated science of the crater each year with the most recent research and discusses how scientists have calculated the size and scope of its impact.

For information on the crater, visit wetumpkachamber.com or wetumpkaimpactcratercommission.org.

JASMINE HILL GARDENS Alabama’s Little Corner of Greece features more than 20 acres of year-round floral beauty and classical Olympian sculpture. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum is one of the oldest gardens in Alabama and originally home to Ben and Mary Fitzpatrick. The couple transformed the hillside with plantings and Greek statuary collected from their trips abroad.

Since 1971, the gardens have been supported by Jim and Elmore Inscoe who have continued the traditions established by the founders and created the 501(c)3 Jasmine Hill Foundation.

A visitors center – a replica of a full-scale Temple of

Hera – is located on the grounds. In addition, a reproduction of temple’s ruins as they appear today is one of the site’s attractions. There are self-guided garden tours available, private event rentals and the ability to stage photo shoots among the flora.

Jasmine Hill is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission for adults is $10, children ages 3-12 are admitted for $6, and 2 year olds and under are free. The gardens are located at 3001 Jasmine Hill Rd. in Wetumpka. For information, visit jasminehill.org.

MOVIE MEMORIES Elmore County has been home to multiple popular filming locations and provided the backdrop for some lesserknown movies.

Wetumpka, Millbrook and Tallassee all provided onlocation sites for the 2003 major motion picture Big Fish.

Visitors to the area can recognize the Bibb Graves Bridge, the Bloom house, the historic First National Bank building, the Old Elmore County Courthouse and other locales.

Two other modern movies were filmed in downtown Wetumpka, including The Rosa Parks Story – a CBS madefor-TV movie from 2001; and The Grass Harp – filmed in 1994.

The Elms, an 1830s vintage home in Coosada, was the filming site for several scenes in the 2004 movie, Heaven’s Fall.

Scenes from the movie Son of the South were filmed at the Bibb Graves Bridge and downtown Wetumpka in early May. Son of the South is based on Bob Zellner’s awardwinning book The Wrong Side of Murder Creek: A White Southerner in the Freedom Movement. The movie stars actors Lucas Till, Lucy Hale, Lex Scott Davis, Julia Ormond and Cedric the Entertainer. There is not a release date set for the film yet.

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TO LOVE LEARNING We believe school should spark more questions than answers.

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WE SALUTE OUR CHAMBER MEMBERS 1220 Café 1st Franklin Financial Corporation 3am Growers, Inc. ADS Security AES Industries Alabama Ag Credit Alabama Power Company American Deli Ann Christian BB&T Bill Godwin Bill Lewis Bill Patterson Billy McKenzie Brantley Signs Britt Veterinary Services Bullseye Pest Control CARPDC Central Alabama Electric Cooperative City Collision Community Hospital, Inc. Covington Healthcare, LLC Cozumel Mexican Grill Dash of Fashion, A District Nineteen Michael Dozier E&I Eagle Convenience Store East Tallassee Pharmacy Elizabeth Britt Elwood Stafng Erica’s Hair and Tan Factory Connection Faulkner University First Baptist Church First United Methodist Church Five Points Station Godwin’s Flowers Guardian Credit Union

Gulf Packaging, Inc. State Farm Hepburn Pest Control, LLC Steve Martin Engineering Herren Hill Pharmacy & Surveying Herring Chiropractic Clinic Stinson Drafting Corp.

Home Integrated Solutions Studio B Dance Center Hornsby & Son Body Shop, LLC Subway of Tallassee HR Management Solutions Succentrix Business Advisors Hughey Communications, Inc. WACQ Suzannah’s Photography Humane Society of Elmore County SWAT Exterminating Co., Inc. Ivy Creek Urgent Care of Tallassee Talisi Florist J Alan Taunton & Company, LLC Talisi Historical Preservation Society Jeffcoat Funeral Home Tallassee Armory Guards John Thornton SCV Camp 1921 Joyce Vella Tallassee Automotive Carl Vella Tallassee City Board of Education Lake Martin Chiropractic Health Center Tallassee Community Development Corporation Lee Stafng, Inc. DBA Allegiance Stafng Linda D. Benson Tallassee Family Dentistry Linville Memorial Funeral Home Tallassee Industrial Louie’s Snowcones Development Board Tallassee Jewelry & Gifts Mack Daugherty - Elmore County Tallassee Power & Equipment Commissioner, District 2 Tallassee Septic Tank Service Mason Rentals Tallassee Super Foods Max Credit Union Tallassee Tribune - TPI, Inc. Mt. Vernon Theatre Tallassee True Value Nabors Service Center Tech Pros Natural Resource Consulting The Apothecary Neptune Technology Group The Learning Tree, Inc. Operation Combat Bikesaver The Segrest Law Firm Parker Tire & Service Tiger Paw Parker Wholesale Cars Trustmark Patterson & Duke, P.C. Urban Tails Posh Boutique Vicki Oliver Baker PrimeSouth Bank VIVA Medicare Plus S & S Services, LLC Darrell Wilson SCF Buildings, LLC Warehouse 51 Servpro of Montgomery WTLS / Tallassee Times Sizemore & Sizemore SPECS

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WELCOME TO WETUMPKA! We hope you find our city the best place to live, work and play as we strive to provide the best services to our residents. Wetumpka, also known as the “City of Natural Beauty”, is nestled on the foothills of the Appalachians and the banks of the Coosa River adding to its picturesque landscape.

Simply put, people love living in Wetumpka for the small town charm it offers and leisurely lifestyle. It’s easy to fall in love with because of its diverse events that feature fun for the entire family. A few things for the family to indulge in include: The Wetumpka Impact Crater, kayaking and canoeing, the Piedmont Birding Trail, walking trails and the Swayback Bridge Trail.

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Where to play Elmore County is a great place to work and play, and the area is bustling with opportunities for fun. Between outdoor adventures, educational organizations for children, town parks and playgrounds and the local casino, there are options for all ages.

STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI & PHOTOS BY KENNETH BOONE AND SANDY MCLING

TRAILS The scenery and nature of Elmore County easily can be admired through hiking trails of different lengths and difficulty. The Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association is a nonprofit organization that works to expand offerings to the public through trail construction, educational kiosks, signage, guided maps and additional aesthetic elements.

Some of these trails run just south of Martin Dam on the Forever Wild Gothard-Yates Lake Wildlife Management Area, which sits on nearly 6,000 acres of pine-hardwood hills and creek valleys on Yates Lake. The Forever Wild WMA allows for hunting, fishing, birdwatching, canoeing and wildlife viewing and serves as a nature preserve for educational studies.

All trails close at sunset to provide optimal opportunities to observe the flora and fauna but also ensure safe return. For more information, downloadable maps and directions, visit crata.org.

Along the shorelines of Lake Jordan, the adventurous could tackle 12 miles of rugged hiking, mountain biking and trail-running paths that vary in intensity. Swayback Bridge Trail is a popular destination maintained by the Trail of Legends Association, a nonprofit organization that designed a system of crisscrossed trails through Elmore County.

Swayback is free to the public, but no horses or motorized vehicles are permitted. This section in Wetumpka is home to two annual events: Attack on Swayback and the Coosa River Challenge. Both are novice-friendly but also challenging enough for avid adventurers.

In the same area and for a tamer journey, Gold Star Park offers a 3/4-mile concrete path that strolls under the Bibb Graves Bridge and along the Coosa River. Open for walking, jogging and family cycling, this park is often used for events in downtown Wetumpka, including festivals, vendor booths and live music. It can be accessed from a number of entrances along Main Street.

This park highlights birding on the Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail. It also contains a gazebo, boat ramp access and a playground. Fishing also is permitted on the river, but no dogs are allowed on the trail.

The Village Green in Millbrook features the newly renovated Kids Kingdom playground and offers a grassy area for events, picnics, walking around the park and a new

summer concert series. Other walking trails and play areas in Millbrook include Mill Creek Park, Robinson Springs Park and Legacy Park.

AWF To learn more about conservation and Alabama’s wildlife, visit Alabama Wildlife Federation in Millbrook.

The 350-acre property is used for training programs, nature hikes and education and hosts a plethora of events throughout the year that are especially geared toward children.

The NaturePlex serves as AWF’s 23,000 square-foot educational facility and welcome center. The center is open six days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and offers broad ideas for outdoor-themed programs and events. The NaturePlex includes a 120-seat auditorium, a hands-on Discovery Hall, a fully equipped classroom with lab, a community room for meetings, a gift shop and offices for the staff.

The Alabama Nature Center offers 5 miles of trails, which can be self-guided or a naturalist-led. Hikers could bring a picnic lunch to enjoy under the ANC Pavilion.

AWF is open to student field trips, families, individuals and homeschool groups. The knowledgeable, interactive staff and biologists host summer camps, holiday events and yearlong adventures to promote fishing, canoeing, kayaking and most importantly, advocating for children to play in the dirt and get familiar with the outdoors.

Expedition Lanark Summer Camp runs all summer long with weeklong session dates that are broken down by age groups for the most appropriate adventures. Some are interest-specific, such as fishing, art, hands-on biology, beekeeping and more. For a list of events, resources and offerings, visit alabamawildlife.org.

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MONSTER MOUNTAIN MX PARK Located in Tallassee, Elmore County’s motocross and off-road training and racing facility offers a wide range of activities for riders of all skill levels and ages. From pit-bike tracks and mini bike tracks to super-cross routes and miles of single-track and wide-open trails, Monster Mountain boasts elevation changes, a multitude of obstacles and scenic views.

Riders and families can camp on site with RVs or tents, and pets are welcome. To take it all in, the track seating provides awesome views, and there are full bathhouses and hot showers on site. Hours run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and the track is open during the week by appointment.

For a full list of amenities, along with track rates and additional information, visit monstermx.com

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The John B. Scott Trail offers 4.7 miles of scenery along the Tallapoosa River

YMCA Millbrook is fortunate to feature a second impressive facility for children’s recreation and education – Grandview YMCA. The 65-acre playground provides opportunities for hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, swimming and exercising. Kids and adult programs are offered year round, along with seasonal sports, group classes, childcare and event rental options.

Summer day camps are designed for certain ages, skills and interests and run throughout the season. A full list of upcoming camps, themes, pricing and more can be found at ymcamontgomery.org/locations/Grandview-family-ymca.

Executive Director Bill Meyers said they’ve been looking to renovate and expand for convenience and to offer even more amenities. Located at 4700 Camp Grandview Rd., Millbrook, the YMCA provides a safe, fun, healthy environment for community fellowship and family-friendly adventures.

The same amenities, programs and summer camps can be found at the Wetumpka YMCA at 200 Red Eagle Rd. GOLF The weather in Alabama allows for year-round golf play, along with scenic views. Elmore County is home to a number of public golf courses available for skilled players or those wishing to try out a new hobby.

Located in Wetumpka, Emerald Mountain Golf Club is a scenic 18-hole golf course with 7,023 yards of play open every day from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The club contains a putting green and driving range, along with a clubhouse, which is available to rent and is equipped with a grill and TVs. Emerald Mountain is located at 245 Mountain View Dr., and tee times, which are required, can be made by calling 334-514-8082. For more information, visit emeraldmountainhoa.org.

Millbrook’s municipal course, The Pines Golf Course, features 18 holes, totaling 6,318 acres of play from the longest tees. Open since 1991, The Pines is a regulationlength course open to the public and located at 307 Deatsville Highway. For more information about the course, call 334-285-7529.

The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is the largest golf course construction project ever attempted to help boost tourism, attract retirees and spur economic growth in the state of Alabama. Partnering with architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. and top golf industry experts, designer Dr. David Bronner developed a final construction of 11 trail sites, 26 courses and 468 holes. These courses take in the natural topography of the land and offer genuine championship layouts.

One of these trail sites is located at Capitol Hill in Prattville. With more than 1,500 acres of golf play and

Wetumpka Wetumpka Sports Complex 2350 Coosa River Pkwy.

Ron Dickerson, 334-514-5412 There are two pods of five fields with a concession stand and press box. Each field has dugouts and bullpen. There are 10 batting cages and three warm-up areas in between fields.

Wetumpka Municipal Park 815 Kelly Fitzpatrick Dr. | 334-567-5147 Swayback Campground 2656 U.S. Hwy. 231 | 334-782-1695 This small rural campground features RV hookups and picnic tables.

Millbrook City Parks and Recreation Department 3400 Shirley Rd. | 334-290-2047 Mill Creek Sports Complex 3511 Shirley Rd. | 334-290-2047 The new start-of-the-art baseball facility features six fields, two batting cages and a 1/2-mile walking trail.

Robinson Springs Park 3576 state Route 14 | 334-290-2047 The 3-acre park features an underground spring and foundation with a gazebo for rent.

three different 18-hole courses, it has been the site of several professional tournaments. Capitol Hill is located at 2600 Constitution Ave., just off U.S. Highway 82. For tee times and more information call 334-285-1114 or visit rtfgolf.com/capitolhill.

CASINO Located in Wetumpka, The Wind Creek Casino is the only location for gambling in Elmore County. The facility is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and attracts more than 1,000 customers per day.

The 85,000 square-foot gaming floor features Class II electronic bingo machines, and a rewards program is available with a variety of promotions.

Guests staying at the four diamond-rated hotel are treated to amenities that include the Oasis Pool and Bar and a 24-hour fitness center. There are five dining options available, including a buffet, sit-down steakhouse and grab-and-go grill. The entertainment center hosts national acts, and reservations could be made to host banquets and events at the casino.

Wind Creek Hospitality is owned and operated by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and generates a sustainable revenue stream to support government services for the tribe. For information, visit windcreekwetumpka.com.

Legacy Park 1889 Deatsville Hwy. | 334-285-4447 An 8-acre complex with a 1/2-mile walking trail serves as practice facility for the Millbrook Mustangs. It also has a rental building with a pavilion.

Memorial Center Park 3108 Park Ct. | 334-285-7277 The 15-acre park complex has a 1/4-mile walking trail and is home to the Village Green.

Tallassee City Parks and Recreation Department 450 Gilmer Ave. Rick Golden: 334-283-4726 Facilities on site include weight room, basketball court, public swimming pool, senior aerobics and Funtastic Fort with pavilion and gazebo for rent.

Tallassee Dixie Youth Baseball Park: 409 Redden Ave. Eclectic Aaron Park Located on Aaron Park Rd., off Kowaliga Road 334-541-9902

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Groomers Fleahop Grooming 80967 Tallassee Hwy., Eclectic 334-639-4713 Fairy Tails Grooming Salon 3571 Grandview Rd. Suite G, Millbrook 334-590-5141 Boarding the Ark Pet Resort 3080 state Route 14, Millbrook 334-285-5557

The Humane Society nurses neglected animals back to health

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he Humane Society of Elmore County cares for needy animals, provides shelter, food and attention to hundreds of pets that come through their doors. Executive Director Rea Cord and her staff work effortlessly to raise funds and collect donations.

While the shelter plays many roles in the lives of animals, there are some laws and exceptions that need to be recognized, in addition to the shelter’s responsibilities.

Animal Control Officers should be contacted for law enforcement matters such as stray or problem animals and for reporting issues of neglect or cruelty.

If wishing to remain anonymous, residents may contact the humane society with these issues, and staff members could pass along the information to the appropriate departments; however, second-hand reports limit investigative abilities.

For the best resolutions of neglect cases, witnesses should assist animal control officers from the field site through court hearings.

Animals that experience neglect and cruelty and are brought to the Humane Society of Elmore County are cared for through recovery. The nonprofit ensures all necessary veterinary care for the animal’s well-being and documents intake and recovery procedures for prosecution, which includes all costs incurred.

Humane Society of Elmore County: 334-567-3377 Elmore County Sheriff: 334-567-5227 Animal Control Wetumpka: 334-567-5227 Coosada: 334-567-5227 Elmore Township: 334-567-5227 Millbrook: 334-285-6832 Tallassee: 334-283-6586 Eclectic: 334-541-2149

Vanity Fur Pet Salon and Resort 5550 Main St., Millbrook 334-290-0193 Grooming at Sniffanies 3332 Main St., Millbrook 334-782-5193 Sittin’ Pretty Shampooches Grooming 1686 Dark Corners Rd., Tallassee 334-306-3496

Veterinary Clinics Kowaliga Whole Health Pet Care 8610 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic 334-857-1816 Castaway Animal Clinic 20 Castaway Island Rd., Eclectic 334-918-2130 All Creatures Animal Hospital 234 Deatsville Hwy., Millbrook 334-721-1400 Ark Animal Hospital 3076 state Route 14, Millbrook 334-285-4210 Mitchell Veterinary Hospital 1615 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee 334-283-8387 Britt Veterinary Services 2762 Notasulga Rd., Tallassee 334-283-4071

Urban Tails Pet Salon Spa 11 S. Ann Ave., Tallassee 334-415-0977

Bryson Veterinary Clinic 11146 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-567-4185

A Wiggle and A Wag Grooming Spa 42D Tucker Dr., Wetumpka 334-430-8038

Welch Veterinary Clinic 3966 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-567-4353

Pet Salon 3343 State Route 14, Millbrook 334-301-5069

Camellia Veterinary Hospital 4061 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-514-9495

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Local job training close to home

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lmore County Technical Center was one of 300 schools nationwide to take part in the inaugural signing day celebrating high school seniors entering skilled trades. In conjunction with SkillsUSA and Klein Tools, this day signified the importance of the skilled labor force.

Three students from the ECTC were recognized for their accomplishments in the field of plumbing and pipefitting, as well as their dedication to seek employment after high school.

“You’re seeing an emphasis on skilled trades through Career and Technical Education more now because the number of retiring baby boomers is increasing much faster than the rate at which we’re able to fill those jobs from younger generations,” said Lindsay Jordan, career coach with Elmore County Schools.

Both in Alabama and nationwide, jobs are left open in fields including plumbing, electrical, welding, HVAC and construction, and 83 percent of companies report a moderate to serious shortage of skilled workers, she said. More than half of those companies believe the shortage will grow worse within the next few years.

“It’s not just construction-related jobs that are considered skilled labor, as we see the same trends in IT, transportation and nursing. Each of these fields require employees to be

trained, certified and perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency,” said Jordan.

Many of these careers boast salaries above the median household income for Elmore County.

“The reality is that many people who are skilled in a technical field have the same potential for earnings as those in what would be considered professional careers. It’s also a field where students can display creativity, problem solving and help others on a daily basis through their work,” said Jordan.

Eleven schools in Alabama celebrated National Signing Day with more than 2,500 students pursuing a career in residential wiring, building trades and renovations, HVAC and plumbing.

“It’s similar to signing days for athletes. These skilled workers signed their letters of intent for job offers, apprenticeships and advanced technical training. They got to take home their first pair of professional-grade Klein pliers,” Jordan said.

ECTC Plumbing and Pipefitting Instructor James Broadway applied for the event sponsorship through Klein Tools, which is why students in that field were recognized this year. Jordan said, moving forward, anyone who is identified by the staff early enough to coordinate an event with

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Eclectic Public Library 50 Main St., Eclectic 334-639-4727 Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Includes six computers with internet, free WiFi, a children’s room, book sale area, Alabama Room and a kitchen housed in the old jail cell

Plumbing and pipefitting students took part in a national signing day

the employer will take part in a signing day.

“We were very pleased with this inaugural event and hope to have a much larger signing day next year that will include additional students from across the programs at ECTC,” said Jordan. “We always want to celebrate the accomplishments of our students, but unfortunately, the details of employment are not always finalized until after they graduate.”

Elmore County Technical Center serves high school students in Elmore County Public Schools system offering 12 programs of study in career and technical education, as well as technical and academic dual-enrollment courses through Central Alabama Community College.

Each fall, all seniors in Elmore County have the opportunity to attend an annual College and Career Day at the Wetumpka Civic Center with more than 70 representatives from businesses, colleges and military branches.

“We strive to help students navigate barriers to employment and provide as many opportunities as possible to connect students to potential future careers. This includes facilitating job shadows, hosting mock interviews, providing resumé and job application assistance and inviting local businesses who are hiring to come to campus and meet with potential future employees,” said Jordan.

Wetumpka Public Library 212 S. Main St., Wetumpka 334-567-1308 Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Includes a youth department with children’s programs, digital library, Homework Alabama, notary public, copying and scanning, tax prep services, book clubs Millbrook Public Library 3650 Grandview Rd., Millbrook 334-285-6688 Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Includes public computers, photo copying, virtual library, children’s programs, Homework Alabama, state and federal tax forms and voter registration forms Tallassee Community Library 99 Freeman Ave., Tallassee 334-283-2732 Hours: Monday and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Includes virtual library, Homework Alabama, ancestry library, reading/reference room (doubles as a meeting area), children’s room, book sale

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Calendar of Events JANUARY

Bridal Extravaganza: LaToya King, owner of King Bridal Formal Boutique, teams up with the City of Wetumpka to host an annual bridal extravaganza with plenty of premiere wedding vendors, a fashion show, a guest emcee and live entertainment.

FEBRUARY

Mardi Gras Parades: The Millbrook Krewe of Revelers host a Mardi Gras Festival annually on the Saturday before Fat Tuesday. With a mile-long parade along Main Street and dozens of vendors selling Mardi Gras-themed food and items, thousands turn out to this highly anticipated event.

The Order of Cimarron in Wetumpka also hosts a Mardi Gras Parade and has added entertainment, vendors and children’s activities to the event. The festivities occur in downtown Wetumpka.

ECAG Winter Show: Elmore County Art Guild hosts its annual winter art show, with awards and a reception.

throughout the communities in Eclectic, Wetumpka, Millbrook and Tallassee and sponsored by various organizations or churches.

APRIL

AWF Tri-County Wild Game Cook-off: The Alabama Wildlife Federation presents its wild game cookoff where thousands of tasters pass through the hundred-plus cook teams on site to show off cooking skills. Awards are given to cook teams for three different divisions: fish, fowl and game.

Attack on Swayback: This event is held on the rugged 12-mile Swayback Bridge Trail, which is maintained by the Trail of Legends Association. This weekend-long event offers competitions in trail racing, short track racing and mountain biking.

Coosapalooza Brewfest

MARCH

Big Fish Bass Tournament: The Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce hosts this annual fishing tournament at Bonner’s Landing on Lake Jordan on the Saturday before Easter. With an hourly weigh-in style competition, it’s an exciting way to keep participants engaged.

Arbor Day: The towns of Tallassee, Wetumpka and Millbrook all obtained Tree City USA status and celebrate with formal tree plantings. The communities receive free seedlings or trees to coincide with their efforts.

Easter Egg Hunts: The Alabama Wildlife Federation presents an annual Nature Eggstravaganza at the Alabama Nature Center with activities for children of all ages. There will be egg hunts, games, crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Easter egg hunts also are held

Antique Tractor Show and Pull: The Southern Antique Iron Association hosts this annual event with antique tractors and events for the whole family. Held behind the Wetumpka Sports Complex, festivities usually begin in the morning and run through the day.

Cops and Kids: The Millbrook police department partners with Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce to host an annual event at the Village Green for children to get to know their local officers and experience fire trucks, police cars, K-9 demonstrations and drones.

Wetumpka Community Expo: The Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce hosts this outdoor community expo downtown filled with local vendors, live music, arts and crafts, food and more.

Main Street Wetumpka Wine Pull: Main Street Wetumpka’s annual fundraiser is held at Wind Creek Wetumpka Hotel and Casino Penthouse Suite. A ticket covers admission for two, signature wine glasses, hors d’oeuvres and each couple pulls a bottle of wine to take home.

JUNE

Coosapalooza Brewfest: Main Street Wetumpka hosts this annual festival featuring dozens of craft breweries, live music, vendors and more.

Tulotoma Art Trail: Main Street Wetumpka, in collaboration with The Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery and the City of Wetumpka, showcases local artisans throughout the downtown area, encouraging visitors to stop in local shops and restaurants, as well as purchase handmade wares.

MAY

Hot Rods in the Park: Restored cars are exhibited at the Village Green for enthusiasts to admire. This event benefits the WELCOME food pantry, and admission is a donated can of food.

Tallassee NOW! Riverfest: This town-wide event began as a barbecue sale and has escalated into Tallassee’s most highly anticipated event of the year. The two-day celebration features music, art shows, barbecue sale and family friendly activities throughout the course of the weekend.

Outdoor Women Southern Classic: This annual daylong event features various stations for women to learn new skills including archery, hunting, container gardening, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, firearm safety, crafts and more.

Summer Reading Program Kickoff: Public libraries will host summer reading program kickoffs, followed by five weeks of events and programs for children based on a statewide theme.

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July 4th events: Lake Jordan HOBO hosts a fireworks show on Lake Jordan every year, which can best be seen by boat. It also hosts an annual boat parade on Lake Jordan. The City of Wetumpka usually displays fireworks over the Coosa River, which residents can enjoy from Gold Star Park.

Russell Lands On Lake Martin hosts fireworks and a concert at the Lake Martin Amphitheater in Eclectic each year, along with an annual boat parade starting at Kowaliga Marina and parading passed Children’s Harbor on the morning of July 4.

Grandview YMCA hosts a fireworks display and cookout on its grounds during the week of July 4.

4-H Events: Elmore County Extension Office hosts summer-long events for children up to ages 19. For a full list of this year’s events, visit the Elmore County 4-H Facebook page.

Jake’s Day: Sponsored by the National Wild Turkey Federation, this free event will take place at Fort Toulouse- Fort Jackson Park from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include archery, sling shots, tomahawk throwing, air rifles and shotgun shooting, building bird houses and walking sticks for youth 17 year old and under. Lunch will be provided.

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Titus Bluegrass Festival

DECEMBER

Dam Century Ride: The Tallassee Chamber of Commerce hosts this scenic bike ride through Central Alabama, and different routes lengths are available.

Wetumpka Chamber Uptown Drawdown: This annual event is held at the Wetumpka Civic Center and offers ticketholders an opportunity to win cash prizes. There is a silent auction on site.

OCTOBER

Coosa River Challenge: This teamadventure race is a challenging course that combines trail running, mountain biking, paddling, repelling and surprise obstacles along the way. Individuals can participate as well. The route incorporates the Coosa River and its shorelines, and concludes in downtown Wetumpka.

Alabama Cotton Festival: Vendors will line Main Street in Eclectic with food and local goods. There will be music, dancers and the coveted Miss Cotton Queen pageant. With tons of activities for the kids, this family-friendly event swells the tiny town of Eclectic with thousands of visitors.

AWF Youth Fishing Rodeo

AUGUST

AWF Youth Fishing Rodeo: Designed to give youth the chance to experience the outdoors and learn about fishing, this annual occurrence is held on Lanark’s grounds in Millbrook. The rodeo is open to anyone age 15 and under, and admission is free.

SEPTEMBER

Titus Bluegrass Festival: For nearly two decades, the Titus Community Center has presented live music throughout the day in its shady grove

NOVEMBER

Veteran’s Day Program: Dixie Art Colony teams up with Trinity Episcopal Church to host an annual Veteran’s Day celebration with presentations, a video about WWII and other memorial displays.

Millbrook BooFest: The Saturday before Halloween, the Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a safe alternative to trick-or-treating for children on the Village Green. The event will boast candy, games, prizes and other surprises.

Wetumpka Candy Walk: The City of Wetumpka hosts this annual event for kids up to fourth grade to safely trick-or-treat behind the City Administration Building.

Christmas Parades: Tallassee, Millbrook, Wetumpka and Eclectic all have Christmas parades throughout the holiday season that run through their downtowns and feature organizations throughout the community, along with festive decorations. The parades typically coincide with other events, such as open houses, tree lightings and festivals.

An Eclectic Christmas: Hosted by volunteers from An Eclectic Ministry, this annual live showing of the Christmas story draws crowds from around the county. Experience the story in an outdoor walking trail and be part of the live drama that is set during the Roman Empire. Usually taking place the first week of December, guests must make reservations, but admission is free. Donations are appreciated to continue funding for the show.

Christmas on the Coosa: The City of Wetumpka hosts this annual event on the second Saturday of December.

This full-day event has activities throughout Gold Star Park and along the Coosa River, including arts and crafts vendors, kids’ activities, live music, a street parade, fireworks and, of course, the highly-anticipated wakeboarding Santa.

Downtown Dickens' Christmas: The Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce will convert downtown into a magical Christmas village scene with costumes, decorations and plenty of holiday fun.

Miss Christmas on the Coosa Pageant

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ELMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ELMORE COUNTY SCHOOLS

elmoreco.com 100 HH Robinson Dr., Wetumpka 334-567-1200 15 schools totaling about 11,000 students

Superintendent: Richard E. Dennis Board Members: District 1 – Millbrook: Dale Bain, Vice Chair District 2 – Millbrook and Wetumpka: Wendell Saxon District 3 – Holtville and Millbrook: David Jones District 4 – Holtville and Wetumpka: Michael Morgan District 5 – Wetumpka and Redland: Leisa Finley District 6 – Eclectic and Wetumpka: Kitty Graham District 7 – Eclectic: Joey Holley

ECLECTIC

Eclectic Child Development Program 35 Harden St., Eclectic 334-541-4532 Director: Starla Riddle Eclectic Elementary, K-4 35 Harden St., Eclectic 334-541-2291 Principal: Timothy Turley Eclectic Middle School, grades 5-8 170 South Ann St., Eclectic 334-541-2131 Principal: Blair J. Andress

Elmore County High School 155 North College Ave., Eclectic 334-541-3662 Principal: Wes Rogers

HOLTVILLE

Holtville Child Development Program 334-514-5858 Director: Terri Carrico Holtville Elementary, K-4 287 Whatley Rd., Deatsville 334-569-2925 Principal: Chris Holley Holtville Middle School, grades 5-8 655 Bulldog Lane, Deatsville 334-569-1596 Principal: Lee D. Jackson Holtville High School 10425 Holtville Rd., Deatsville 334-569-3034 Principal: Kyle Futral

MILLBROOK

Millbrook Child Development Program 5760 Main St., Millbrook 334-285-9450 Director: Cynthia Smoke Coosada Elementary School, pre-K, K-2 5260 Airport Rd., Millbrook 334-285-0273 Principal: Jan Darty

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Airport Road Intermediate School, grades 3-4 384 Blackmon Farm Lane, Coosada 334-285-2115 Principal: Marcia Stephens

Tallassee High School 502 Barnett Blvd., Tallassee 334-283-2187 Principal: Matt Coker

Millbrook Middle School, grades 5-8 4228 Chapman Rd., Millbrook 334-285-2100 Principal: Ayena Jackson

PRIVATE

Stanhope Elmore High School 4300 Main St., Millbrook 334-285-4263 Principal: Ewell Fuller

WETUMPKA

Wetumpka Child Development Program 334-567-1287 Director: Taunya Ballenger Redland Elementary, K-6 495 Scholars Dr., Wetumpka 334-567-1248 Principal: Chad Walls Wetumpka Elementary School, K-4 510 Micanopy St., Wetumpka 334-567-4323 Principal: Bonnie Sullivan Wetumpka Middle School, grades 5-8 1000 Micanopy St., Wetumpka 334-567-1413 Principal: Loukisha Brooks Wetumpka High School 1251 Coosa River Pkwy., Wetumpka 334-567-5158 Principal: Dr. Robert Slater Elmore County Technical Center, grades 10-12 800 Kelly Fitzpatrick Dr., Wetumpka 334-567-1218 Director: Jimmy Hull

TALLASSEE CITY SCHOOLS

334-283-6864 308 King St., Tallassee Superintendent: Wade Shipman Tallassee Elementary School, K-4 850 Friendship Rd., Tallassee 334-283-5001 Principal: Shanikka Beacher Southside Middle School, grades 5-8 901 E.B. Payne Sr. Dr., Tallassee 334-283-2151 Principal: Micah Cook

Chapman Christian Academy, K-12 4711 Chapman Rd., Millbrook 334-285-5354 Headmaster: Jon Chapman Edgewood Academy, K-12 5475 Elmore Rd., Elmore 334-567-5102 Head of School: Clint Welch Emerald Mountain Christian School, pre-K, K-12 4125 Rifle Range Rd., Wetumpka 334-567-0555 Administrators: Bobbie and David Ames New Life Christian Academy, K-12 4230 state Route 14, Millbrook 334-285-6996 Principal: Gepetta Rogers Victory Baptist School, nursery-12 3151 state Route 14, Millbrook 334-285-5082 Headmaster: Dan Todd

OTHER:

Adult Learning Center (GED Testing) 517 Micanopy St., Wetumpka | 334-567-1421 Director: Daphne Matthews Elmore County Alternative Programs 124 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka | 334-567-1298 Director: Dr. William Bergeron Elmore County Virtual Program, grades 6-12 334-514-3931 | virtual@elmoreco.com Director: Jimmy Hull 21st Century Community Learning Centers 334-567-1200 | 334-567-1291 Voluntary after-school enrichment program Project Administrator: Celeste Tilley Specialist: Linda Williams Eclectic, Holtville, Millbrook and Wetumpka middle schools Ingram State Technical College 334-285-5177 | istc.edu Two-year correctional education programs Looking to volunteer in Elmore County Public Schools?

Human Resources Director Susanne Goodin: 334-567-1200 The local schools are always looking for community members to get involved with children’s programs.

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WATER

Central Elmore Water & Sewer Authority 716 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-567-6814 | cewsa.com Eclectic Water Works & Sewer 507 Main St., Eclectic 334-541-2840 | townofeclectic.com Elmore Water Authority 1633 state Route 14, Elmore 334-285-6109 | elmorewaterauthority.com Five Star Water Supply District 251 Lakeview Dr., Wetumpka 334-567-1366 Friendship Water Works 4540 Friendship Rd., Tallassee 334-283-6463

UTILITY SET UP

Holtville Water System, Inc. 10048 Holtville Rd., Deatsville 334-569-2105 | holtvillewater.epayub.com Millbrook City Water Department 3861 Grandview Rd., Millbrook 334-285-3001 | cityofmillbrook.org

PROPANE/GAS

Apex Gas & Appliance | apexppopane.net 9945 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka | 334-569-3325 5616 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka | 334-567-8833 1603 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee | 334-283-2795 L&P Propane 8768 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 334-569-4277 | thompsongas.com Superior Gas Inc. 8561 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-567-5421 | superiorgas. biz

TRASH SERVICE:

Advanced Disposal Services: 866-252-0458 To report a road with unauthorized dump or heavily strewn with litter, call 334567-1162.

Paint waste may be disposed at Stone’s Throw Landfill: 334-252-1210 Elmore County offers free Countywide Cleanup Days every month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at six locations across the county.

Tri-County Water System 2630 Main St., Millbrook 334-285-4267

ELMORE COUNTY RECYCLING PROGRAM

Wetumpka Water Works and Sewer 2909 Elmore Rd., Wetumpka 334-567-8404 | wetumpkawater.com

DRIVERS LICENSE/TAGS/TITLES

POWER

Alabama Power Company 1-800-245-2244 | alabamapower.com Central Alabama Electric Cooperative 637 Coosa River Pkwy., Wetumpka 334-567-8855 | caec.coop Spire Energy 1-800-292-4008 | spireenergy.com

Materials do not have to be sorted (no glass or Styrofoam) For a list of drop-off locations, visit elmoreco.org/recycling Probate Judge: Judge John Thornton Office: 334-567-1140 | probatejudge@elmoreco.org 100 E. Commerce St. Suite 109, Wetumpka DL Renewal Office: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

DL Examiner Office: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Services: drivers, motorcycle, commercial drivers’ licenses and non-drivers identification Millbrook Satellite Office 4864 Main St., Millbrook | 334-285-3054 Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Services: drivers’ license renewals, tags, titles, boats

CABLE, INTERNET & TELEPHONE

Tallassee Satellite Office 3 Freeman Ave., Tallassee | 334-252-1804 Office Hours: Tuesdays only 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Services: tags, titles, boats

AT&T/DirecTV 5271 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-452-4100 | 800-288-2020 | att.com

ELMORE COUNTY BOARD OF REGISTRARS

Amcom Home Theater INC. (DISH) 2576 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-567-2200 | amcomllc.com

Com-Link Cable TV Inc. | 1-800-722-2805 Spectrum 3996 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka | 888-482-8367

100 E. Commerce St. Suite 100, Wetumpka Chairman: Angie Gardner Voter registration forms found at Millbrook Satellite Office at 4864 Main St. To find polling location: sos.alabama.gov/Alabama-votes

PROPERTY TAXES

Revenue Commissioner: Thomas “Lee” Macon IV 334-567-1184 | lmacon@elmoreco.org

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Elmore County Commission The Elmore County Commission conducts its work sessions at 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays each month in the Elmore County Courthouse, 100 East Commerce St., Wetumpka.

Office: 334-514-5841 | elmoreco.org District 1 – Kenny Holt 334-306-3101 | kennyholt71@gmail.com District 2 – Mack Daugherty Vice-Chairman 256-234-9216 daugherty001@windstream.net District 3 – Troy Stubbs, Chairman 334-541-4589 | t.stubbs@elmoreco.org District 4 – Bart Mercer 334-399-8156 | bart@merceremail.com District 5 – Earl Reeves 334-399-5914 | ereeves2@att.net WETUMPKA The City of Wetumpka Administrative Building is located at 408 S. Main St. and open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office number is 334-567-5147.

The Wetumpka City Council meets the first and third Mondays of every month at 6 p.m. at Wetumpka City Hall, 212 S. Main St. Mayor: Jerry Willis 334-567-1314 mayor@cityofwetumpka.com District 1 – Kevin Robbins 334-462-9696 District 2 – Lewis E. Washington, Sr. 334-567-9400 District 3 – Lynnes S. Justiss 334-467-9940 District 4 – Steve Gantt 334-467-0385 District 5 – Greg Jones 334-567-4861 Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce Shellie Whitfield | 334-567-4811 TALLASSEE The Tallassee City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month with a work session at 5 p.m. and a business meeting to follow.

The City of Tallassee City Hall is located at 3 Freeman Ave., and the office number is 334-283-6571.

Mayor: John Hammock 334-239-1041 mayor@tallassee-al.gov Ward 1 – Jeremy Taunton 334-415-3901 | jtaunton12@icloud.com Ward 2 – Sarah Hill 334-415-3000 | sarahahill18@gmail.com Ward 3 – Damian Carr 334-252-8916 | damaincarr@ymail.com Ward 4 – Darrell Wilson 334-283-3531 | dwilson@elmore.rr.com Ward 5 – Terrel Brown 334-415-8922 | terrellove@yahoo.com Ward 6 – Bill Godwin 334-283-6373 | godwinhill@elmore.rr.com Ward 7 – David Stough 334-283-8419 | stough.davidd@yahoo.com Tallassee Chamber of Commerce Jerry Cunningham | 334-283-5151 ECLECTIC The Eclectic Town Council meets the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Dr. M.L. Fielder Municipal Building at 145 Main St. Work sessions are held at 6 p.m. prior to the regular council meetings. The Town of Eclectic can be reach at 334-541-4429.

Mayor – Gary Davenport 334-541-2180 mayor@townofeclectic.com Council Place 1 – Jackie Stearns 256-397-1100 Council Place 2 – Charles Powell 334-313-1924 cpowell001@elmore.rr.com Council Place 3 – Carmen Winslett 334-201-0092 Council Place 4 – Linda Thornton Reed 334-303-2094 Council Place 5 – David Goodwin 334-220-3339 daviddgoodwin@gmail.com COOSADA The Coosada Town Council meets every second Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Town Hall, 5800 Coosada Rd. The office can be reached at 334-285-3700.

Town Clerk – Jeannie Ward 334-398-0000 Mayor – Anthony Powell Place 1 – Smiley Jackson-Rogers 334-285-7440 Place 2 – Jo G. Milan 334-285-4946 Place 3 – Grant Cosby 334-285-4766

Place 4 – Howard Goza 334-285-5037 Place 5 – Leon Smith Sr. 334-318-2268 DEATSVILLE Mayor – Clayton Edgar 334-285-9881 Council Members Joey Acre Bill Gunter George Porter Brian Smith Laura Shell McGlamry ELMORE The Elmore Town Council meets every second Monday at 7 p.m. in the Carmichael-Mercer Community Center.

Elmore Town Hall is located at 485 Jackson St. and can be reached at 334514-5988.

Mayor – Margaret White Place 1 – Harold Wilson 334-285-6685 Place 2 – Jamie Snider 334-322-9652 Place 3 – David Foster 334-567-6861 Place 4 – Debra German Place 5 – John Glasscock MILLBROOK Millbrook City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6 p.m. in the Al Kelley Building at 3900 Grandview Rd. Millbrook City Hall is located at 3160 Main St., and the office can be reached at 334-285-6428.

Mayor – Al Kelley 334-285-6428 mayoralkelley@yahoo.com Ward 1 – Olivia Venable 334-314-9881 oliviavenable1960@icloud.com Ward 2 – Michael Gay 334-285-0258 millbrookward2@gmail.com Ward 3 – Jimmy Harris 334-301-6625 | jgharris1@gmail.com Ward 4 – Justin Jones 334-303-3969 millbrookward4@gmail.com Ward 5 – Hal Hodge 334-657-1771 | millbrookward5@aol.com Millbrook Chamber of Commerce Elisa Jones | 334-285-0085

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ommunity spirit is strong throughout Elmore County, and there are endless possibilities for volunteering and getting involved.

Civic organizations range from hobby-based groups to nationally affiliated organizations and nonprofits.

River Region United Way works with more than 350 volunteers from communities throughout the region, including Autauga/Western Elmore Arc, Butterfly Bridge Child Advocacy Center, Grandview Family YMCA and YMCA of Wetumpka.

“Without a doubt, the River Region United Way could not make the positive impact that we do, helping people in our communities, if it weren’t for hundreds of area volunteers lending their time and support to help make life better for everyone,” said Mendie Nord, vice president of branding and communications at River Region United Way.

SERVICE/NONPROFIT AGENCIES Elmore County Pregnancy Center 334-567-1955 | hopewetumpka.org Elmore County Community Foundation 334-264-6223 | cacfinfo.org People That Care Wetumpka 334-567-8135 Elmore County Farmers Co-Op 334-567-4321| alafarm.com Humane Society of Elmore County 334-202-1381 | elmorehumane.org Elmore County Food Pantry 334-567-3232 Main Street Wetumpka 334-478-5100 mainstreetwetumpka.org HandsOn River Region 334-264-3335 handsonriverregion.org River Region United Way 334-264-7318 riverregionunitedway.org CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS Alabama River Region Arts Center 334-578-9485 | www.arrac.org Alabama River Region Quilters Guild 334-451-2493 American Legion Post No. 7 334-514-4367 American Legion Post No. 133 334-285-3730 Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 50 334-451-9108 howard.g.perdue.ctr@mail.mil Central Alabama Master Gardeners 334-567-6301 | aces.edu Coosa River Paddling Club coosariverpaddlingclub.com Elmore County Veteran’s Service 334-567-1156 ext. 5016

Outdoor Women Unlimited promotes self-confidence and outdoor skills in a safe environment

Elmore County Historical Society 334-567-5097 Friends of the Forts 334-567-3002

Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama GirlScoutsSa.org Lake Jordan Home Owners & Boat Owners 334-301-0730 | lakejordanhobo.org Leadership Elmore County leadershipelmorecounty.org Millbrook Kiwanis Club millbrookkiwanis.com Millbrook & Prattville Rotary 334-365-4497 Operation Combat Bikesaver 334-541-2101 Outdoor Women Unlimited 334-398-2335 | bawhunt@aol.com outdoorwomenunlimited.org Red Hill Historical Preservation Assoc.

334-541-2474 Retired Senior Volunteer Program 334-285-411 | sastewart@macoa.org Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 1921 Tallassee Armory Guard Commander Randall Hughey 334-283-6888 SCV Camp 2260 7th Alabama Calvary Commander Billy Thompson 334-478-3416 SVC Camp 692 Cradle of Confederacy Commander Ronald Alex Holtsford 334-396-1060 Talisi Historical Preservation Society 334-415-3154 Trail of Legends Association 334-567-9090 info@trailoflegends.org Wetumpka Lions Club 334-300-9771 or 334-799-7174 Wetumpka Rotary Club 334-531-8192 VFW Post 4572 334-567-9293 West Elmore Historical Society 334-285-4430

2019-20 NEWCOMER'S GUIDE Elmore County Emergency Management Agency Director: Keith Barnett elmorecoema.com | 334-567-6451 LAW ENFORCEMENT Elmore County Sheriff’s Office 8955 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 334-567-5546 Sheriff: Bill Franklin Coosada Police Administration 5800 Coosada Rd., Coosada 334-285-3700 Chief of Police: Leon Smith Eclectic Police Department 145 Main St., Eclectic 334-541-2148 Chief of Police: Robert Head Millbrook Police Department 3950 Grandview Rd., Millbrook 334-285-6832 Chief of Police: P.K. Johnson Prattville Police Department 201 Gin Shop Hill Rd., Prattville 334-595-0202 Chief of Police: Mark Thompson Tallassee Police Department 214 Barnett Blvd., Tallassee 334-283-6586 Chief of Police: Matthew Higgins

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Elmore County Firefighter’s Association: made up of 20 volunteer and combination fire depart-

ments; coverage of seven municipalities with a total population of more than 77,000 from about 475 firefighters elmorecofire.org Buyck 125 Laurel Creek Rd., Titus 334-514-0410 Coosada 5830 Coosada Rd., Coosada 334-285-6200

Millbrook 3820 Grandview Rd., Milbrook 334-285-6707

Deatsville 6930 state Route 143, Deatsville 334-285-1821

Real Island 1495 Real Island Rd., Equality 334-857-3233

Eclectic 140 1st Ave., Eclectic 334-541-4425

Red Hill 5529 Chana Creek Rd., Tallassee 334-541-3855

Elmore 5 Fire Station Rd., Elmore 334-567-3480

Redland 6941 Redland Rd., Wetumpka 334-514-6787

Emerald Mountain 1785 Old Ware Rd., Wetumpka 334-514-4357

Santuck 7645 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 334-567-5144

Friendship 4544 Friendship Rd., Tallassee 334-283-6463

Seman 15915 Central Plank Rd., Eclectic 334-541-4600

Holtville/Slapout 5615 Ceasarville Rd., Wetumpka 334-569-2461

Tallassee 123 North Ann St., Tallassee 334-283-5660

Kowaliga 1240 Prospect Rd., Eclectic 334-857-3648

Titus 5879 Titus Rd., Titus 334-514-1070

Lightwood 6250 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 334-569-1818

Wetumpka 140 S. Main St., Wetumpka 334-567-1333

ELMORE COUNTY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 500 Hospital Dr., Wetumpka 334-567-4311 Services: 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department Digital Radiology Department Laboratory | Perioperative services Chemical Dependency Rehab Medical/Surgical Unit and Specialties Sleep Disorders Lab | Hospice | Home Health Business and Financial Services Ivy Creek Cafe | Medical Records Medical Specialist Office Building IVY CREEK PHARMACY 54 Village Loop, Wetumpka 334-567-5442 One-on-one consults, compounding, durable medical equipment, wound care supplies, local delivery

URGENT CARES Tallassee Urgent Care 2256 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee | 334-283-2542 Wetumpka Urgent Care 11 Cambridge Dr., Wetumpka | 334-567-8633 AFC Primed Urgent Family Care 4452 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka | 334-472-3150 MainStreet Family Care 1401 state Route 14, Millbrook | 334-310-6059 MainStreet Urgent Care 1401 state Route 14, Elmore | 334-310-6053 American Family Care 4452 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka | 334-345-3905 Physical Express Walk-in Clinic 4081 state Route 14, Millbrook | 334-285-3222 4412 Hogan Rd., Deatsville | 334-543-4851 Baptist Convenient Care Walk-in Clinic 101 Kelley Blvd. Suite D, Millbrook | 334-245-3600 ELMORE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT 6501 U.S. Hwy. 231, WETUMPKA | 334-567-1171

EMERGENCY AND MEDICAL SERVICES

Wetumpka Police Department 208 Marshall St., Wetumpka 334-567-5321 Chief of Police: Greg Benton

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Auto Glass Plus

Auto • Churches • Commercial & Residential

Lee Richardson Owner

(334) 235-0819 4592 Claud Road, Eclectic, AL 36024

Showers • Teas

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Special Occasions

Tallassee Cookie Company • • ••• Bakery

Catering • • • • •

Dana Marie Metz, Owner/Bakerer

(334) 991-4572 (334) 415-8061

AD INDEX • TO JOIN, CALL 334-567-7811 Aldridge Borden and Company...................................... 1 1 Auto Glass Plus............................................................. 3 6 Baby Quip.......................................................... .........36 BB&T/Jenny Brannon..................................................... 3 9 City of Millbrook............................................................. 6 City of Wetumpka......................................................... 1 9 Clean Team Janitorial.................................................... 3 9 Community Hospital...................................................... 1 0 Coosa Cleaver............................................................. 1 0 Coosa Life.................................................................... 3 6 Coosa River Garden Center/McKissick Landscaping........... 6 Cousins Insurance......................................................... 1 1 Destinations Travel........................................................ 1 5 Eclectic Family Dental.................................................... 1 9 Edgewood Academy..................................................... 1 8 Elmore County EDA....................................................... 2 5 Elmore County Sherriff Bill Franklin.................................... 3 Family Home Furniture................................................... 1 8 First Baptist Church Tallassee.......................................... 2 5 First Presbyterian Church Wetumpka................................ 1 5

Gassett Funeral Home................................................... 1 7 HSEC.......................................................................... 3 6 Jackson Thornton............................................................ 3 JPs Steakhouse................................................................ 3 Liveoak Agency.............................................................. 6 Millbrook Chamber of Commerce................................... 1 0 ReMax/Belyn Richardson............................................... 1 9 Ronnie Baker/Century21............................................... 2 5 ServePro/Jennie Grant.................................................. 3 9 Singleton's Alignment........................................................ 1 1 Statefarm/Jackson Hagan.............................................. 3 6 Stone, Britt & Webb....................................................... 1 5 Tallassee Chamber of Commerce....................................... 1 8 Tallassee Cookie Company.............................................. 3 6 Tallassee Mini Storage.....................................................18 The Gab................................................................... ...17 Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce................................... 2 Wetumpka Depot Players............................................... 1 9 Wind Creek Casino...................................................... 4 0 Yellow Daffodil............................................................. 1 7

Jackson Hagan

• Sales

Jackson Hagan Agency, Inc.

• Rentals

334-478-3864

• Instruction

125 Cambridge Ct. Wetumpka, Al 36093-1260 Lic: AL-3000532108

• Fishing Guide Available

334/201-6612 Volunteer Opportunities M-F 10-5, Sat 9-4

Come share some of your time with our residents... guaranteed good for your soul and their spirits. Exercise a dog/play with a cat.

Work in our Tail's End Thrift Store - Thurs-Sat 9-3

334-567-3377 Humane Society of Elmore County

www.elmorehumane.org hselco@bellsouth.net

255 Central Plank Road • Wetumpka, AL 36092

CHAMBER DIRECTORY The following individuals and businesses are members of the Tallassee, Millbrook and/or Wetumpka chambers of commerce 1220 Café 334-252-1220 1st Franklin Financial Corp 334-283-2631 3am Growers, Inc. 334-283-8140 A Beautiful Creation 334-514-9579 A Chance to Dance 334-956-9074 A Climate Control 334-290-0933 A Wiggle & A Wag Grooming Spa 334-430-8038 ABS Technology 334-244-2929 Absolute Plumbing Services 334-799-8058 Adams Drugs 334-567-5136 Adams Motor Sports Golf Cart Rental 334-271-5500 ADS Security 334-749-4180 Adullam House Thrift Store 334-478-3881 Advance Appraisal Services 334-285-9090 AES Industries 334-283-6578 AFC Primed 334-472-3150 Affordable Storage Containers 334-320-7071 AirNow 334-285-7065 AIS Generator Service 334-514-3040 Alabama Ag Credit 334-270-8686 Alabama Association of Nonprofits 205-879-4712 Alabama Bass Trail 1-855-934-7425 Alabama Cooperative Extension System of Elmore County 334-567-6301 Alabama Lawn Equipment & Service Inc. 334-478-7248 Alabama Legal & Investigative Services, Inc. 334-478-4147 Alabama News.net WNCF/ABC 32 334-270-3200 Alabama Power 334-206-2801 Alabama Power Company 334-206-2502 Alabama Power Company 334-252-2901 Alabama River Region Arts Center 334-578-9485 Alabama State Employees Credit Union 334-420-7510 Alabama Wildlife Federation 334-285-4550 Aldridge, Borden & Co. Certified Public Accountants 334-834-6640 Alfa I-Brittany Lashley 334-285-7700 Alexander City Chamber of Commerce 256-234-3461 Alexander, Linda AKA Linda A. Prevost, Author 334-430-0545 All About Repairs, LLC 334-467-5429 Always Money 334-567-3218 American Deli 334-991-4585 American Klassic Designs, Inc. 334-277-8433 American Legion Post 133 334-285-3730 Ann Christian 334-991-4034 ARC Realty 334-567-6800 ARC Realty 334-223-2532 Area Sand & Gravel 334-567-1850 Ark Animal Hospital 334-285-4210 Arrow Pest Control 334-365-4610 Arrow Pest Control, Inc. 334-567-4567 ASE Credit Union 334-514-6050 Austin's Flowers 334-567-4309 Austin Lands, LLC 334-857-2749 Autauga-Elmore Developmental Services 334-285-2608 Auto Save Tire & Automotive 334-365-5805 Ayers, Todd 334-315-0904 Azalea Training Center 334-358-2535

B & B’s Health Boutique 334-224-6174 B B & T 334-567-5656 Badcock Home Furniture & More 334-478-7291 Bajaj ConEagle 334-517-6139 Baker Builders, Inc. 334-567-6798 Bama’s Best Products, LLC. 334-478-5119 Baptist Convenient Care 334-245-2600 Barganier Davis Sims Architects Associated 334-834-2038 Barrett, Brian E, DMD, PC 334-512-0940 Baseline Forest Services, Inc. 334-514-9077 Bass Lumber Company, Inc. 334-567-4363 Bedford, Cheri 334-794-9393 Bell Family Chiropractic, PC 334-514-4977 Bell Media / Nathan Yates 334-356-4906 Belt & Bruner, P.C. 334-513-1841 Bennett’s Archery Indoor/Outdoor Range 334-514-1286 Berdeaux’s Vintage Sauces, LLC 334-538-3792 Bern, Butler, Capilouto & Massey, CPAs, P.C. 334-244-4100 Berney Office Solutions 334-271-4750 Bert’s Tackle Box 334-478-7652 Bethany Hicks Century 21 Southern Star Realty 334-221-5859 Better Business Bureau Serving Central & South Alabama 205-558-2222 Big Block Designs, LLC. 334-320-7319 Bill Godwin 334-283-6373 Bill Lewis 334-561-1148 Billy Mckenzie 334-399-4745 Blue Ridge Chiropractic 334-514-7327 Blue Ridge Mountain Water 334-273-1119 Bolin, Art 334-567-3137 Bon Appetit Catering & Events 334-462-0858 Bradshaw's BBQ 334-220-6033 Brand New Promo 334-639-0124 Brantley Signs 334-301-0015 Britt Veterinary Services 334-283-4071 Brookside Funeral Home 334-285-7442 Brown's Pest Control 334-558-7356 Bryson Veterinary Clinic 334-567-4185 Buffalo Rock 334-394-4422 Business Council of Alabama 334-834-6000 Butterfly Bridge Children’s Advocacy 334-478-4094 Camo Country 334-567-0973 Camp Chandler YMCA 334-229-0035 Capital Pawn Shop 334-517-6182 Central Alabama Alliance Resource & Advocacy Center 334-224-6663 Central Alabama Community Foundation 334-264-6223 CARPDC (Central Alabama Regional Planning & Development Committee) 334-262-4200 Catfish House 334-285-7225 Centerpoint Fellowship Wetumpka 334-478-7826 Central Alabama Community College 256-215-4301 Central Alabama Electric Cooperative 334-351-2151 Central Alabama Electric Cooperative 334-365-6762 Central Alabama River Parkway 334-290-2002

Central Contracting 334-567-2400 Central Elmore Water Authority 334-567-6814 Century 21 Brandt Wright Realty 334-514-4949 Century 21 Southern Star 334-365-4511 Chamber of Commerce Assoc. of Alabama 334-264-2112 Chambliss Engineering 334-491-2323 Chambliss, Clyde Senator 334-242-7872 Chapel Lakes Apartments 334-514-8144 Chrietzberg Photography 334-567-5381 Church at the Brook 334-285-5783 Circuit Clerk's Office 334-567-1123 Civitan Club, Greater Wetumpka c/o Cecilia Ball 334-244-9999 City Collision 334-391-7345 City of Wetumpka 334-567-5147 Clarks RV Center 334-290-2606 Cloverdale Jewelers 334-201-8444 Coaches’ Corner 334-514-3410 Coleman, Spencer J., M.D. 334-567-7850 Collier Ford, Inc. 334-567-8444 Community Action Partnership of Middle Alabama 334-514-5906 Community Hospital Inc. 334-283-3754 Cook’s Pest Control 334-273-8873 Coosa Life 334-201-2216 Coosa Outdoor Center 334-201-5510 Coosa River Adventures 334-514-0279 Coosa River Paddling Club 334-398-3277 Coosada Baptist Church 334-285-4225 Cornus Kennels 334-567-8009 Council for Community Causes, LLC 334-412-6495 Courtyard by Marriott Montgomery Prattville 334-290-1270 Cousins Insurance Agency, Inc. 334-567-8493 Covington Healthcare LLC. 334-283-2291 Cozumel Mexican Grill 334-252-0099 Creed Gym 334-478-4920 Crenshaw, Hertisene P. 334-567-5860 Crosby Drinkard Group, LLC 334-399-0123 Crystal Clear Rainbow Vacuum Sales 334-300-0654 Cumulus Broadcasting 334-240-9274 D & D Auto and Tire Center 334-218-1051 D & M’s More Than Floors, LLC 334-478-7788 D'Andrea, Carla 254-498-6780 Dale Bain 334-202-4221 Dan Power 334-799-2356 Dash of Fashion, A 334-252-0072 or 334-415-8759 Days Inn & Suites- 334-285-5312 Destiny Church 334-230-5444 Dentistry for Children, P.C. 334-277-6830 Destinations Travel 334-567-1999 Direct Auto & Life Insurance 334-478-4934 District 19 334-517-5307 Diversified Alarm Services 334-567-4681 Dixie Art Colony Founation 334-513-1086 Dogwood 334-285-9090 Domino's Pizza Store #5363 / Pizza G's Enterprises LLC 334-514-8500 Dozier, Larry 334-567-4307 Dozier, Michael 334-799-8693 Dr. Marla Wohlman, M.D. 334-285-7808

Dunn & Schreiber Orthodontics 334-270-1044 Dunn & Schreiber Orthodontics, PC 334-567-1044 E & I 334-283-2944 Eagle Convenience Store 334-283-3550 or 734-674-0700 Eagle Motor Group 334-478-7675 East Tallassee Pharmacy 334-252-1688 Eclectic Piggly Wiggly 334-541-3695 Edgewood Academy, Inc. 334-567-5102 Edward Jones Investments 334-567-6723 Edwards, Regina B., PC 334-514-1011 Elite Realty 334-517-6010 Elizabeth Britt 334-283-2722 Elmore & Autauga News 334-285-1299 Elmore Community Hospital, Ivy Creek Healthcare 334-567-4311 Elmore County Art Guild 334-531-5740 Elmore County Black Heritage Museum 334-514-7883 Elmore County Board of Education 334-567-1200 Elmore County Commission 334-514-5841 Elmore County Economic Development 334-518-5843 Elmore County Emergency Management 334-567-6451 Elmore County Family Resource Center 334-514-4150 Elmore County Farmers Co-op 334-567-4321 Elmore County Finance 334-567-3020 Elmore County Food Pantry 334-567-3232 Elmore County Museum 334-567-5097 Elmore County 9-1-1 334-567-0911 Elmore County Pregnancy Center 334-567-1955 Elmore County Public Schools 334-567-1207 Ext. 20014 Elmore County Revenue Commissioner 334-567-1184 Elmore County Sheriff's Office 334-567-5546 Elmore County Tag Department 334-567-1166 Elmore County Technical Center 334-567-1218 Elwood Staffing 334-271-0430 Elmore Sand & Gravel 334-285-1805 Emerald Mountain Expway 334-512-0382 Emerald Mountain Homeowner’s Association, Inc. 334-567-9700 Erica's Hair and Tan 334-283-4734 Essence of Beauty 334-416-8297 Eye Center South 334-567-7722 Factory Connection 334-283-5489 Fain, Dennis and Lynda 334-451-2943 Family Home Furniture 334-290-1502 Family Sunshine Center Montgomery Area Family Violence Program 334-206-2100 Faulkner University 334-386-7402 Fire Steakhouse at Wind Creek Wetumpka 866-946-3360 First Baptist Church Wetumpka 334-567-5191 First Baptist Church Tallassee 334-0283-2287 First Community Bank of Central Alabama 334-567-0081

38 First Community Bank of Central Alabama 334-386-4322 First United Methodist Church Wetumpka 334-567-7865 First United Methodist Church Tallassee 334-283-2195 Five Points Station 334-283-5315 Floyd, Hunter, Kies & White 334-523-8150 Fochtmann, Cheryl 334-478-7856 Food Outlet 334-290-0815 Forbes Tate Partners, LLC 334-328-2713 Fort Toulouse/Fort Jackson 334-567-3002 Friends of the Forts – Fort Toulouse Foundation 334-567-3002 Frios Gourmet Pops – Montgomery River Region 334-478-3034 Front Porch Grill 334-285-7888 Gameday Clips 334-290-5174 Gantt, Steve 334-467-0385 Gardens of Wetumpka Assisted Living 334-514-4839 Garner Electric 334-285-0101 Garry S. Mc Annally, LLC 334-285-1976 Gassett Funeral Home & Crematory, LLC 334-567-8433 Gene Jones Insurance Agency 334-285-1700 George's River Market and Butchery 334-478-7771 Gipson’s Tire Pros 334-285-0036 Girl Scouts of South Central Alabama 334-272-9164 Godwin’s Flowers 334-283-2160 Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc. 334-271-3200 Grandview Auto Repair 334-285-9800 Grandview Family YMCA 334-290-9622 Grandview Pointe Millbrook Apartments 334-285-1220 Gray, Ann 334-567-8557 Gray’s Tire & Service Center, Inc. 334-514-6714 Greater Tallassee Area Chamber of Commerce 334-283-5151 Grumpy Dog 334-478-5005 Guardian Credit Union 334-244-9999 Guardian Credit Union 334-358-4944 Guild Mortgage 334-380-4286 Gulf Packaging, Inc. 334-283-8019 Gulf States Mobility 334-514-6590 Gump Town Magazine 334-245-4127 Haircuts by JoJo 334-478-7599 Hamilton Signs 334-285-9595 Hammock, Ken 334-301-0195 Harrison Long D.M.D., P.C. 334-567-2828 Hart, Katie 334-312-8491 Headly Plumbing 334-285-3667 Heart 2 Heart Uniforms 334-478-4038 Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders of Alabama, Inc. 334-478-7822 Henderson & Bamburg Law Firm 334-478-3196 Henderson Network Solutions 334-372-5845 Hepburn Pest Control LLC 334-430-4349 Herren Hill Pharmacy 334-252-8800 Herring Chiropractic Clinic 334-283-6838 Holley Pierce, Merrill Lynch 334-409-5800 Holley’s Home Furnishings 334-279-3101 Holley Oil Company 334-569-0850 Holmes, Mike Rep. 334-514-6958 Holmes, Patsy 334-567-8273 Home Integrated Solutions 334-283-2420 Honey Dew 334-358-9385 Hornsby & Son Body Shop LLC 334-283-3463

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