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Emotions run high at meeting on Councill By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer

Emotions ran high among parents and board members Wednesday at the second public meeting on the potential closing of Dadeville’s Councill Middle School, attended by approximately 50 people who packed the Tallapoosa County Board of Education boardroom in Dadeville. Tallapoosa County Schools Superintendent Joe Windle required those who wished to speak at the

meeting to sign in and said he would limit speakers to three minutes. Only one speaker signed up and she was held to her three-minute limit, yet the meeting lasted approximately 90 minutes. Dana Rickman, the sole speaker to sign up, did not attend the first meeting on Councill on April 6 and asked how the population of Dadeville High School would be impacted by the addition of seventh- and eighth-grade students and how that population compared to 7-12

populations at Reeltown and Horseshoe Bend Schools. Windle said Horseshoe Bend has somewhere between 425 and 435 and Reeltown somewhere between 405 and 450. After some collaboration with staff, he said the population at Dadeville High School if Councill closed would be about 545 next year. “Well, I would like to see our middle school stay open,” Rickman said. “The staff under Mrs. (Pam) Langford is on a

path of improvements. There are a lot of successes. The teachers are excellent. “I know there have been a lot of people going elsewhere, but I’m very impressed with the staff at Councill. I’ve seen teachers there help those that need help and even give help to those that are excelling. It’s just been an excellent experience for our family and I’ve talked with others who feel that way as well.” Windle explained that the idea of a

Hearing in McDaniel case moved to June 28

County sees property crimes increase in 2015 Crime solve rate also up and above national average By MITCH SNEED Editor

By MITCH SNEED Editor

Circuit Court Judge Kim Taylor has granted a motion by the defense team for accused killer Matthew Clate McDaniel to delay a preliminary hearing set for Wednesday until June 28. Taylor granted the motion for continuance Monday, which was filed earlier this month due to a large number of witnesses anticipated being called by the defense at the hearing. McDaniel, 33, of Dadeville is charged with murder in the Jan. 17 shooting death of Norman Dean Crayton. At a first call hearing Tuesday, Judge Kim Taylor set a preliminary hearing for April 20 at 1:30 p.m. McDaniel was arrested in the early morning hours of Jan. 17 after hunters found Crayton’s body in a wooded area off Barron’s Bridge Road south of Dadeville. A release from Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said the victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds. McDaniel was released from jail on Jan. 19 after a bond of $250,000 was posted. Records show that AAA Bonding secured the bond, which was signed by McDaniel. The only condition added to the bond documents was that McDaniel See MCDANIEL • Page 11

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Dadeville Healthcare Administrator Kim Russell, above, cuts the ribbon for the newly renovated facility that includes a 12 unit rehab wing. Below, Brantley Newton talks about how area residents will benefit from the facility.

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Dadeville Healthcare unveils new rehab wing By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer

Patients ages 65 and older are now able to undergo short-term rehabilitation locally in Dadeville. Dadeville Healthcare Center, located at 385 East Lafayette Street, on Wednesday cut the ribbon on a new rehab wing that includes private rehab suties with private baths and a rehab gym. “We started on this renovation about a year ago,” said Brantley Newton, regional operations consultant for Prime Management, which operates Chapman Healthcare in Alexander City, Goodwater Healthcare Center See REHAB • Page 5

Property crimes – burglary, larceny and theft – saw a sharp increase in Tallapoosa County in 2015, but the rate at which those crimes were solved was also up and far above the national average. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett released crime stats for 2015 that are mandated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for their annual Uniform Crime Statistics report. The numbers show that while property crimes were up, many violent crimes were down in Tallapoosa County. “Unfortunately we have crime in our county and the spike in burglaries is one that is hard not to notice,” Abbett said. “We had two separate groups who came from outside our county and were involved in several break-ins at properties in the lake community. The fortunate thing is that we were able to make arrests in those cases, which often times in burglaries doesn’t happen.” Burglaries saw the largest jump, going from 71 in 2014 to 105 in 2015. That represents a 32 percent increase, but as many as 30 of those were in two separate sprees by suspects that have been apprehended. See CRIME • Page 11

Reeltown’s 20-year reunion honors past and present By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

People came from miles around Saturday as Reeltown High School graduates gathered in the original auditorium, which is now part of the Reeltown Elementary School to honor past students, faculty and staff enjoy good times and great company at the 2016 Reeltown 20-Year Reunion. The 2016 Reunion began with a meet and greet at 10 a.m. and the halls of RHS were quickly filled with happy voices renewing friendships of years past. “Assembly” met in the original auditorium at 11 a.m. with the pledge Carmen Rodgers / The Record to the American flag, prayer by Jimmie Benson, Class of 1962, followed by a Billy Dean Welch looks at the memory board during Saturday’s 20 year reunion. Welch is 1959 Reeltown High School graduate. moment of silence in memory of those

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who have passed. A memorial list was available and listed Betty Ledbetter Evers, a graduate of Reeltown, Tommy King and Pete Cottle. Administrators were also honored during the reunion. Tom Cochran, principal, Joe Windle, Tallapoosa County Superintendent of Education and a 1962 graduate of Reeltown High School, and the Bear Bryant of Reeltown, former Coach Duane Webster were recognized. The group was honored to be introduced to the new coach of the Reeltown Rebels, Matt Johnson, and welcome him to the family. Hannah Zimmer, who hit a home run playing with the RHS girls softball team See REELTOWN • Page 5

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Library Notes

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he Friends of the Library are hosting Dolores Hydock on May 10 at 1:30 p.m. Dolores will speak at Red Ridge Methodist Church on Hwy 34 in Dadeville. Plan to attend this free event to hear about Every Picture Tells a Story -- The Storytelling of Norman Rockwell. Do you want to be a winner? Stop by the library to submit your guess on how many books are in the library. The closest answer without going over will win a prize. Don’t forget to count the children’s section and audio books when you guess. The Third Annual Mother’s Day Flower Fundraiser is here. The library is seeking donations to help provide a Mother’s Day flower to the women in the local assisted living and retirement homes. Please chip in to help show these women the community still cares about them. All proceeds received will go towards the purchase of flowers, greenery, tissue paper and cards. New Releases in Adult Fiction: • Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld • Hide Away by Iris Johansen • The Last Mile by David Baldacci • Til Death Do Us Part by Amanda Quick New Books in the Library: • Lady Midnight by Cassandra Clare • Beyond the Kingdoms by Chris Colfer • Grim Warning by Chris Colfer • Rivals in the City by Y.S. Lee • Truthwitch by Susan Dennard • Winter by Marissa Meyer

Dadeville Police Department April 19

• Arrest of a Camp Hill woman, age 41, on two charges of Failure to Appear occurred at the Tallapoosa County Jail. • Arrest of a Jackson’s Gap man, age 25, on two charges for Failure to Appear occurred on S. Tallassee Street. • Arrest of a Dadeville woman, age 22, on the charges of Domestic Violence and Making a False Report to Law Enforcement. • Arrest of an Alexander City man, age 35, on the charge of Harassment occurred on Highway 280.

April 18

• A report was filed for Identity Theft that occurred on N. Broadnax Street. • Arrest of an Alexander City woman, age 23, on two charges of Failure to Appear occurred in Opelika. • A report was filed for Harassment that occurred on Weldon Street. • A report was filed for Assault and Harassment that occurred on Freeman Drive.

Library Notes are provided by Dadeville Public Library Director Abbi Mangarelli.

April 14

• A report was filed for Theft of Property and Criminal Mischief that occurred on Highway 280. • Arrest of a Dadeville man, age 37, on the charge of Failure to Appear occurred on E. South Street.

April 13

• Arrest of a Dadeville woman, age 40, on the charge of Failure to Appear occurred at the Tallapoosa County Jail.

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April 17

• A resident of East Lafayette Street in Dadeville filed a reprot for simple assault. • Amber Vinson of County Road 62 in Wadley was arrested on two warrants for failure to appear attempt to elude and failure to appear possession of drug paraphernalia. • Michael Wyckoff of Ellis Drive in New Site was arrested on a warrant for a probation violation attempt to commit control substance crime.

April 16

• A resident of Weldon Lane in Dadeville filed a report for theft from a residence.

• Arrest of a Dadeville woman, age 27, on the charge of Disorderly Conduct and Obstructing Government Operations occurred on Freeman Drive. • Arrest of a Kellyton man, age 18, on the charge of Domestic Violence occurred on Freeman Drive.

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23, on the charges of Reckless Endangerment, Criminal Mischief, Possession of Marijuana, and Attempting to Elude occurred on Freeman Drive.

• A report was filed for Theft of Property that occurred on Railroad Street.

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• A resident of Walker Road in Camp Hill filed a report for harassment. • A resident of New Hope Trail in

Dadeville filed a report for domestic violence simple assault.

April 16

• A resident of Magnolia Drive filed a report for domestic violence harassment.

April 15

• A resident of Agricola Road in Dadeville filed a report for theft of property. • Kristopher Murphy of Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for probation violation. • Dequetrik Wilson of Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for probation violation and failure to appear child support.

April 14

• A resident of Sanford Road in Alexander City filed a report for burglary of a residence and theft of a residence • A resident of Sanford Road in Alexander City filed a report for harassing communications. • Arlene Fuller of Shady Grove Drive in Jacksons Gap was arrested on four failure to pay nonsufficient funds checks warrants. • A resident of Second Avenue in Opelika filed a report for theft of property. • A resident of Rock Springs Road in Jacksons Gap filed a report for theft of property.

April 13

• Katrina Gravette of Rowe Street in Dadeville was arrested on two warrants, one for failure to pay driving while revoked and the other failure to appear child support.

Ongoing Events SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Victory Baptist Academy, a mission of Victory Baptist Church, is now holding registration for the 2016-2017 academic school year for grades K4 12th grade. For more information call 256-234-2089 or 256-7496451. SCHOOL REGISTRATION: Faith Christian Academy, a ministry of Faith Temple Church, is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year for grades K3 and up. Applications may be obtained at the Church office at 425 Franklin Street (256-234-6421). Tours of the school are available upon request. AWANA: Wayside

Baptist Church hosts Awana Sunday’s from 4:40 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for ages three to high school. For more information contact George Gardin, student minister at 864580-0343. VOLUNTEER: Southern Care Hospice is seeking volunteers. Please call Lizz Gillenwaters at 256-2341134 or 256-749-3717 for more information. WOMAN MEETING: Every first Sunday, Victory Temple Holiness Church hosts a woman’s meeting, at 237 Aster St. in Dadeville. Everyone is invited. The meeting starts at 2 p.m. READY TO WORK: Ready to Work is a FREE jobs skills training program

offered at Central Alabama Community College Career Center. Classes meet Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Completion of the program depends on the skill level of the individual. For more information contact Elaine Balint, instructor, at 256-2154496 (leave message) or ebalint@cacc.edu. OFFICE CAREERS: The Office Careers Technology program is funded by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and was created to help dislocated workers learn new employable skills. To qualify for the programs be a dislocated worker (layoff) or a low income family. Anyone

interested in the classes should contact the Alexander City Career Center @ 256-215-4494 and ask about the WIOA program. Most all dislocated workers automatically qualify for financial assistance. The program is 52 weeks and is open entry/ open exit. Students learn at their own pace in a nontraditional classroom setting. Classes begin when students are approved and they may leave when they receive any or all of the certificates offered. Classes are Monday--Thursday, 8:00 a.m.--3:00 p.m. (with a lunch break). All textbooks and class materials are supplied. Certificates available are

receptionist, inventory clerk, data entry clerk, administrative assistant, accounting office clerk, medical office clerk, legal office clerk. CELEBRATE RECOVERY: Celebrate Recovery is a Christcentered ministry designed to help hurting people. It is made up of regular folks who are on a journey toward wholeness; seeking recovery from life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups. We meet every Monday at Vertical Point Church, 860 Airport Drive, Alex City. We begin with dinner at 5:45, followed by large group at 6:15 & small groups at 7:15. Childcare is provided. Everyone is welcome. For more info, call Mike at 256496-4664. BEYOND TRANSFORMATIONS: Meetings every second Saturday. Have you been wanting to give back, work with youth, or be a part of a group that makes a difference? Please email iamtransforms@gmail. com or Call at 334-4406539. Donations of clothes, food, books, computers, school supplies. A building and donations are needed.

AMERICAN LEGION: Post 339 in Cottage Grove is open every Friday night from 8 p.m. until with fried chicken and fish. Music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. SCV MEETING:The Sons of Confederate Veterans meets every third Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at J.R.’s Sports Bar & Grill. Visitors are welcome. BIBLE STUDY: Come join the Auburn Woman’s Satellite Day Bible Study Fellowship. We’re currently registering ladies interested in studying Revelations. The course, study guides, seminars and lecture notes are free. This is interdenominational and open to all women at Parkway Baptist Church Holliday Hall, 766 East University Drive, Auburn. We meet on Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. We will love to have you there. Bible knowledge is not required. Come learn, share, and fellowship. For further information, contact Tricia at 334-546-1386. For further information on Bible Study Fellowship go to https://www.bsfinternational.org.

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Dadeville students experience life with Autism By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer Students at Dadeville High School now have a better appreciation of what someone on the autism spectrum struggles with daily. The Lee County Autism Resource and Advocacy (LCARA) group held its Second Annual Autism Pep Rally at the school Friday letting the students and faculty experience what it is like to be someone on the spectrum. “By watching and taking part in these demonstrations, we hope you will see what students on the spectrum face on a daily basis,” Sandra Duck said. First up was Dadeville High School student Amanda Hall. “She will try to walk this blue line,” Laura Squires said. She will be wearing special goggles and sandpaper on her back. This is what it is like for children with autism everyday.” Cliff Williams / The Outlook Squires went on to describe how it is Dadeville High School students who made posters for Autism Awareness hold them up difficult for student on the spectrum to at a pep rally to be judged by fellow students. concentrate. “When taking a test, they hear every little click,” Squires said. “They hear the air conditioner turning on and off. They can not filter like you or I.” Hall was able to walk the line but described the simple task. “The sandpaper was really irritating,” Hall said. “The only way I knew to walk was to just put one foot in front of the other. With the goggles on, you can not see.” Squires said the sandpaper is like the tag in the back of shirts and that it is irritating to many. Kristen Tolbert was asked to complete math problems. No problem, right. Tolbert had to wear goggles, gloves, sand paper and have lights flashed out her. “Umhh, I couldn’t see,” Tolbert said. “It was hard to concentrate.” Tolbert completed only two of the six problems and got those incorrect. Students were not the only ones to experience the special effects as faculty member Jeremy Pickens was up next donning, goggles, sandpaper and gloves. Pickens task, to take a pair of scissors and cut something out. “It was a person,” Squires said of Pickens task. “Oh, my, Yoda only has a half a face.” “I couldn’t see a thing,” Pickens said afterwards. “I was trying hard to focus. LACARA president Marie Gutierrez closed the pep rally. “On a small scale, this is just a few things kids with disabilities go through everyday,” Gutierrez said. “We hope you gain a little bit of insight of what children with autism Kristen Tolbert counts on her fingers while trying to complete math problems. Tolbert attempted three of the six problems, completing two and getting zero correct answers. go through on a daily basis.”

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Make safety your first priority during warm weather season

ith warm weather upon us, we all become a bit more carefree. Even in our vehicles, we roll windows down to enjoy the spring breezes that warm us and bring us the sweet smells of the season. Sometimes, we’re so enrapt by the natural beauty around us that we might not take the precautions we should. Saturday in New Site was one of those beautiful spring days. Folks from every part of Tallapoosa County of all ages gathered for their annual Trade Day. One set of siblings whose father was working the Trade Day left for home around midday. For some reason, the brother and sister neglected to wear their safety belts. Their Ford Ranger left the road near Highway 49 and Veazey Road and both were ejected from the vehicle. Brother and sister, on what should have been a beautiful, enjoyable spring day, found themselves in a Lifeflight helicopter bound for UAB Hospital. Their conditions are serious, but it appears the siblings will survive. So many times what seems like an innocent drive – even a drive home from a family event like Trade Day – can turn life-threatening because of a bad decision. So many times the decision not to wear a safety belt has proven one of the worst possible. Warm weather is upon us. Spring has sprung and will lead into summer. Ours is an area that loves its recreation. But the best way to enjoy the activities that accompany the coming months is to be responsible. Wear a safety belt. Don’t drink and drive or ride with anyone who has been drinking. In fact, don’t let them drive. And, whoever’s driving, make sure they’re driving safely and within the posted speed limit. We have rules on our roadways for one big reason – to save lives. Any type of behavior that runs afoul of those rules is, at best, a gamble. And the stakes are the very highest possible. Yes, the weather’s growing warmer. Around these parts, that means it’s time to have some fun. Let’s have fun and be responsible, too. Because everything’s more fun when everyone arrives alive.

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Editorial Our Trump following a history of seduction Mission

f you’re thinking about filling in the box beside Donald Trump’s name in the November general election, do yourself a favor and google “Donald Trump, Master Seducer,” a the story published in the National Review. It’s rare to find a story on a political candidate that’s as revealing as this piece written by Virginia Hume. She hit a home run on her keyboard. And she made me recall two personal experiences that were shockingly similar, both involving big-name, charismatic politicians who I now realize have much in common – lots of flash, little substance – with The Donald. The first experience happened when I was in college, during a fivehour holocaust class at the University of Alabama. Our class watched a video of Adolph Hitler giving a speech. That name, Hitler, has such tremendous negative connotations today that I need to stop and share a couple of thoughts. We all know now that Hitler was a man who caused massive harm to the human race, the personification of evil. But in 1930’s Germany, Hitler was simply a charismatic politician working his way up to the top of the government. Germany had a hugely successful past, but it had fallen hard during World War I and many of its citizens were looking for a new way forward. Hitler took advantage of this, and, literally, seduced a large portion of the German

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citizens into supporting him. I never understood how he did it until that day we watched a grainy video of Hitler speaking. We were all non-German speakers, watching Hitler give a speech in German. We didn’t understand a word he said. But Hitler had a powerful, spell-binding oratory style. He couldn’t be ignored. As we watched the video, we found ourselves getting into the rhythm of his speech, nodding as he spoke, caught up in the excitement of his fiery delivery. I don’t know what he said. But despite my best intentions, I found myself wanting to agree with him. When I was managing editor of The Selma-Times Journal, back in 1988, Jesse Jackson came to town to give a presidential campaign speech. I covered it for the newspaper. I was skeptical of his message, but my job was to cover the speech as an impartial observer, to convey to our newspaper readers what Jackson said and what it was like to be in the audience during his speech. Jackson is another incredibly charismatic speaker. He got on a roll, speaking in a strong cadence punctuated with rhymes. He spoke from the position of an underdog, telling people

what they wanted to hear. He spoke of America coming a long way, of making America better. He spoke of dreams. He said, “Don’t mess with America,” and he said he was working for all Americans. I dutifully wrote down his words … but I was spellbound by how he said it. I left the speech excited, emotional, my heart racing. Then I got back to my office and read my notes, and I realized the real power of Jackson’s performance. When Jackson wasn’t in the room with me, the spell was broken. There was a huge difference in what he said – which I didn’t agree with – and how he said it – which I wanted to believe during the speech. And that’s my message today. There are people walking this earth who have a dangerous power to seduce us, who can capture our imaginations by manipulating our emotions, who use drama and theatrics as a persuasive tool, who have the ability to convince us to give in even when we know better. “Seduce” literally means “to persuade to disloyalty” or “to lead astray usually by persuasion or false promises.” We’ve all been seduced and later regretted it. Until I read Hume’s story about Trump, I hadn’t thought of him as a seducer. Now I can’t watch him without thinking about it. Boone is publisher of The Record.

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Taking a break from the norm

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just don’t care nothing about online banking. They can kiss my foot!” said a very agitated Husky Kirkwood. “I’ll just put my money a tin can.” I had lunch Friday in Chambers County at The Boxcar in the bustling community of Sturkie. The fried catfish and hushpuppies were really good, but the conversation was even better. Husky, a 93 year old WWII veteran and local legend is a hoot. Throw in another WWII veteran, and legend in his own right, 90 year old Earl Sumners, 62 year old David Littleton, and myself, and we had a good time. I don’t eat out much anymore. In fact, I just don’t get out amongst people a whole lot these days unless I have to be for a show. I’m just in a weird place right now where I like to be alone or with my dog and cat. The Boxcar seemed like a safe place, though. It was nice to take a break from what has become my new norm. I keep busy. I’m writing my book. For years, people asked me when I was going to write it, so I finally started on it in January. I didn’t realize how much Forrest Gump and I had in common until then. The biggest difference is that he went to the University of Alabama, while I went to Auburn University… at

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Montgomery. He liked to run, too. I’m not running unless I’m getting chased by a pack of wolves. Even then, I might just lay down. Why be tired and get eaten up? My garden is coming along quite well, too. I have a few things already planted, and my seedlings are getting bigger each day and are just about ready to be planted. This is my first garden, so I’m very excited. I cook most nights and can’t wait to see the herbs, fruits and vegetables that came from my very own garden on my kitchen table, although I don’t have a kitchen table. If the rabbits try to infringe upon my progress, I’ll be enjoying fried rabbit and hushpuppies this summer instead. Much of each day is spent behind my computer, so I try to go for a drive out in the country when I can. Abby stays at home. If you’ve ever taken your cat for a drive, then you most likely know why she stays at home. Ruby, on the other hand, loves to ride. Being out there on the backroads is therapeutic for me. Well, it is until some jerk

comes flying up behind me and gets on my tail. That’s when I wish I had magical powers. After lunch, we went back out to Husky’s house. His family calls it Roamer’s Roost. I’d been out there many times but had only been on the tour once. Neither Earl nor David had been on the tour. We saw everything from a fishing pond to farming equipment to a fire engine to a ’57 Ford Fairlane. His place is basically an open air version of the Museum of East Alabama. We were quite the crew, though. I have trouble talking. Earl has trouble seeing. David has trouble hearing, and Husky has trouble walking. So we could speak no evil, hear no evil, or see no evil. We just had a good time. We didn’t walk, either. We rode in one of Husky’s all-terrain vehicles. It was nice just riding around out there on that land in the open air with three solid gentlemen without having to worry about my laptop or magical powers. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com.

Stephanie Kelley represents District 1. Her phone number is 256-8250544. Her address is 171 Wink Drive, Dadeville.

James M. Tarpley represents District 2. His phone number is 256-825-2522. His address is 274 East LaFayette St., Dadeville. Jimmy Frank Goodman Sr. represents District 3. His phone number is 256-8259749. His address is 241 Goodman Road, Dadeville.

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Billy Monroe rep- Goodman resents District 4. His phone number is 256-749-4451. His address is 1670 North Loop Road, Dadeville. Randy Foster represents District 5. His phone number is 256-825-7770. His address is 648 South Tallassee St., Dadeville.

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Joe Smith is mayor of Dadeville. His phone number is 256-8256691. His address is 725 Henderson St., Dadeville.

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Friday night, was the soloist with the Reel Jazz Band singing “Summertime” and “You Got a Friend In Me.” The RHS Jazz Band also played “Moon Dance” and the favorite “In the Mood.” Reeltown is proud to have the excellent Tyler Strickland as band director. Donations were received toward new RHS band uniforms totaling $1,111. “All donations are greatly appreciated,” said Carol Ann Lynn, who led the assembly. Donations can also be sent to the school for new band uniforms. “Several classes dined at local restaurants or met at a home of a classmate to continue reminiscing and enjoying memories while making new memories after the reunion,” Lynn said. A few took their brown bag lunch to the school cafeteria for a time of laughter and chatter. Some out of town classmates

attending were Lester and Margie Carter, Keith Nix and, from Florida, Ken Baker. There were 2 members of the Class of 1952 present, Lula Robinson and Joann Burton, who celebrated 64 years. The Class of 1966 celebrated 50 years. “This was a very enjoyable day and great reunion. Everyone present enjoyed the event and looks forward to 2018,” Lynn said. The reunion began with a vision of Mary Jo Hammonds Davis as chairman, who created a committee and planned the first RHS Reunion of the classes of 1950 - 1959 in 2006. This reunion ignited interest and has included the classes of 1950-1970 over a 10-year period with the reunion every other year: 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2014. Carol Lynn became chairman in 2014.

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Wellness Center sponsoring ‘Breathe for Bunn’ walk to help Ashley Bunn Tallapoosee Historical Society News: The Tallapoosee Historical Society is sponsoring a spring tour of Stillwaters homes on Saturday, April 23. All proceeds will be used for the Historical Society museum in Dadeville. Tickets costing $15 are available now at the following businesses in Dadeville: The Beauty Shop, Mix It Up, Pearson’s Place, Lil Lambs & Ivy Daycare, Sherrill’s Beauty Shop, and the Plantation House. Lake Martin MedSpa is also offering a discount on a facial or massage to those buying tickets there. Tickets may also be purchased for $20 at the Stillwaters Clubhouse in Stillwaters on the day of the tour, and you will be given a map for directions to each home, as well as ID bracelets and tasty refreshments. Copper’s Grill is also offering a discount to those wearing a wristband, so plan an early lunch with your friends before the tour, or stop by after for cocktails and an early dinner. Support your local Museum and Historical Society on North Broadnax Street in Dadeville. Be local and support local! Dadeville Library Friends News: Mark your calendars for May 10, when Red Ridge United Methodist Church will have Dolores Hydock entertaining us

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with a presentation of “Norman Rockwell” at 1:30 p.m. You will laugh and learn from this great professional! Thanks to our Dadeville Public Library Friends, Ms. Hydock has agreed to come and entertain us. She’s wonderful! Line Dancing News: Betsy Keown’s line dancing class is happening at the Dadeville Recreation Center on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. until noon for a fee of $1 per class. There’s room for you so call Betsy at 256-825-3985. Wellness Center News: As you know by now, we are sponsoring a very important fundraiser called “Breathe for Bunn,” a three-mile walk coming up on May 21 and we’re looking for more sponsors! Ashley Bunn is from Reeltown and has worked at the Wellness Center in the past. She is a beautiful young lady who was born with Cystic Fibrosis and needs a double lung transplant. We have an account set up with USAmeriBank in Dadeville if anyone would like to donate to her account, or please call the Wellness Center

(256-827-0198) with any questions. Any donations will be gratefully accepted at the Wellness Center. Thank you and God Bless You. Lake Martin Baptist Church News: Mark your calendars for our church’s 25th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, April 24! We are inviting all former members, staff, and many special guests to join us that day to celebrate what God has done over the last 25 years at Lake Martin Baptist. Our Yard Sale & Car Wash is on Saturday, May 7, from 6 a.m. until noon. We are raising money for upcoming mission trips and need everyone’s participation. We are now accepting donations for our third annual yard sale for Missions and need volunteers to help set up and break down the day of the sale as well as youth volunteers for the car wash. You can also bake items for our bake sale. Please see Deborah Cullars for details. First Presbyterian Church News: Rev. Ben Arellano’s sermon last week was excellent, with Scriptures from Acts 9, Psalm 23 & John 10. The 23rd Psalm, known to us all, is the Song of David, which we learned as children in Sunday School. Jesus has a loving relationship with his shepherds and says “my sheep, hear my voice.” We each have a

relationship with Jesus, and salvation belongs to our God. We then participated in an installation service for our ruling 3 senior elders – Tony Johnson, Jim Martin, and Cindy Gillenwaters – and ordained a new elder, David Crosslin. An inspiring service led by Rev. Arellano. Come visit us and he will make you feel welcome! Red Ridge United Methodist Church News: The church had a successful Homecoming celebration this past Sunday due to the hard work of the Homecoming and Hospitality committees. Saturday, April 23, is Tallapoosa County Throw Away Day. A dumpster will be located in the church parking lot beginning at 8 a.m. for your throwaway items. Volunteers are also needed to pick up trash along Hwys 34 & 49. Meet in the parking lot at 8 a.m. Rev. Messer’s sermon this week will be “A Heavenly Glimpse - The River of Life” Revelation 22:1-5. The water of life is a symbol of eternal life. It pictures the fullness of life with God and the eternal blessings that come when we believe in him and allow him to satisfy our spiritual thirst. The choir’s anthem Sunday will be “Love Lifted Me.” Angel Doll Ministry meets Tuesday, April 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Everyone

is invited to join. Successful delivery was accomplished of 36 dolls to be sent to an orphanage in Honduras on Sunday. Bible study and choir always meet on Wednesday. The Jail Ministry meets Thursday at 1:30 p.m. for the trip to the jail Backpack for children is Friday at 9:30 a.m. The United Methodist Children’s Home will be holding its Fourth annual Awards Weekend April 29 - May 1 at Children’s Harbor. UMW has agreed to furnish cookies

and drinks for snacks. Donations are needed of homemade cookies on or before April 24. Come see us and Rev. Paul Messer will make you feel welcome. THOUGHT FOR TODAY: A clear conscience is a sign of a fuzzy memory. Hayes is a community columnist for The Record. She is a resident of Dadeville and writes about the events and people of the Dadeville area.

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WINE TASTING: Emporium Wine is hosting a wine tasting April 21 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bridget Green from United-Johnson brothers will share summer whites. SENIOR ADULT REVIVAL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting the Second Annual Senior Adult Revival April 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is sponsored by the Tallapoosa Baptist Association. Preaching will be Dale Huff with a

April 21-22

PASTORAL APPRECIATION: Faith Temple A.C.O.P. is honoring pastor Annie P. Caldwell with a pastoral apprecition April 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. at the House of Prayer A.C.O.P.

April 22

PATH GARDEN TEACHING DAY: Join Prosperity Again Through Health and the 4th graders from Stephens Elementary as we prepare Alexander City’s community garden for spring. Ashley Hoppers will lead a program designed to teach the kids about fresh produce as volunteers ready the garden for the next round of crops. The work day will begin at 1:00 at the community garden on Green Street, behind First United methodist Church. Anyone can attend and help. Volunteers should bring their own gloves and trowel. For more information, contact Ella MacFiggen at ellafish62@gmail. com.

April 23

FAMILY BINGO NIGHT: The Bibb Graves School is hosting a family bingo night April 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. TOUR OF HOMES: The Tallapoosa County Museum and Historical Society is sponsoring a Spring Tour of Homes in StillWaters at Lake Martin. The tour starts at the StillWaters Clubhouse where maps will be provided, refreshments served and wrist bands provided. Each wrist band registers ticket holders for the door prize drawings. Homes may be toured between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are available in advance for $15 at The Beauty Shop, Mix it Up Lake Martin, Pearsons, Plantation House and Lake Martin MedSpa. Tickets will also be

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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: Central Elementary School will have registration for kindergarten May 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at the Central Elementary School. Registration forms are available at www. ces.coosaschools.k12.al.us Bringing completed forms will make the registration process go much more quickly.

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CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: The Family Worship Center is celebrating its 4th anniversary April 23 and 24 with a Saturday movie and bon fire at 4:30 p.m. with hotdogs, chips and drinks. The Sunday Homecoming will be at 10 a.m. with Heartfelt Ministries. The pastor of Family Worship Center is Tony Harris.

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Dinner will be provided to those families who participate and there will be exhibitors of local services on site. There will be chances to learn about local daycares and register for Pre-K.

Hospital, a division of Ivy Creek Healthcare, is hosting a Health & Wellness Fair on April 29th, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Stillwaters Welcome Centre (2129 Moonbrook Drive) in Dadeville, Al. Physicians and nurses will be on site administering basic health & wellness checks, as well as a fly-in by Life Saver helicopter. For more information, please call 334-618-4616. OUAIL FRY: The Lake Martin Area United Way is hosting a quail fry and low country boil April 29 at 6 p.m. at LD Benton’s Barn on Elkahatchee Road. Cost is $50 per couple or $30 per individual. For more information or to purchase tickets contact the United Way office at 17 Main Street or at 256-329-3600.

available on the day of the tour for $20. AUTISM WALK: The Autism Society of Alabama is holding its annual walk on April 23 at Alexander City Middle School. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the walk will begin at 9 a.m. You can preregister by contacting Katrina Blair at 256-794-2815.

April 21-23

APPRECIATION SERVICE AND REVIVAL: Victory Temple Holiness Church in Dadeville is hosting Appreciation Service and Revival with Pastor Phylis Sinclair April 21-23 at 7 p.m.

complimentary lunch. There will be an afternoon of singing. Please call 256-825-4441 if you plan to attend. BOOK SIGNING: The Adelia M. Russell Memorial Library is hosting a book signing and poetry reading for author Runas C. Powers III and his book, “Verses of Pain and Love” April 21 at 2 p.m. CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCREENINGS: Alexander City Schools is hosting child development screenings at the Sportplex Gym Thursday, April 21 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for children between the ages of 4 months and 5 years. Children will get to experience interactive stations while you observe and complete a questionnaire. You can pre-register by calling 256-329-2700 or you can register the day of the event.

May 3

DRUG TAKEBACK: Local law enforcement will be on site at Walgreens Pharmacy in Alexander City from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 30 to allow anyone to dispose of unwanted or expired over the counter and prescription medications. No questions will be asked. CEMETERY PRESERVATION WORKSHOP: The Alabama Cemetery Preservation Alliance is hosting its annual cemetery preservation workshop at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery April 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Scott Martin at bevel67@aol.com for additional information. CAR WASH: The Pine Ridge Mission Team is having a car wash April 30 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Arby’s. The proceeds will help with VBS and community outreach projects this summer on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. SHELIA’S WARRIORS: The Central Alabama Club of the NANBPWC, Inc. in a one mile walk for Sarcoidosis honoring the memory of Sheila Shelton-Burks April 30 from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is $10 and t-shirts are $12-$15. All proceeds from this

May 5

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: Central Elementary School will have registration for kindergarten May 5 from 3:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Central Elementary School. Registration forms are available at www. ces.coosaschools.k12.al.us Bringing completed forms will make the registration process go much more quickly.

May 7

HATCHETT CREEK ROUNDUP: Hatchett Creek Presbyterian Church will host the 20th Annual Hatchett Creek Roundup May 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Speakers will be George C. Smith, Sr. MD, George C. Smith, Jr. MD. and Ashley Lane, MD on Healthcare in Clay County Past Present and Future.

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Sheriff’s Department probes horse abuse case By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

The Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department is looking into allegations of animal abuse involving a horse near Flournoy Road. “We are working on something along those lines,” Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said. “I am not at liberty to say more.” The abuse case was the talk of social media Monday afternoon after photographs of a neglected horse were posted on horse enthusiast Merry Hardy’s Facebook page stating that it was near Dadeville. The postings claim the animal died

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Monday. “It is not easy to look at,” Hardy said. “That horse had a long painful death.” Hardy hopes that others can learn from this. It is good for the community to

learn from this,” Hardy said. “There are a lot of resources to help people who can no longer care for their animals.” Hardy said that horses require a different diet than other pets. “Lots of water and clean food are essential for a horse,” Hardy said. “Without it horses can suffer.” Hardy also encouraged others to call when they see animal neglect and abuse. “If you see it call,” Hardy said. “Who is going to help those animals if we don’t.” Abbett said the sheriff’s department should have more information Tuesday.

County’s jobless rate falls in March STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

The good news on the job front keeps coming for Tallapoosa County as statistics released Friday show that the county again saw its unemployment rate drop in March. Tallapoosa County posted an unemployment rate of 6.1 percent in March. That rate for the county was better than February’s 6.4 percent and also lower than the 6.25 percent Tallapoosa County had in March of 2014. The county’s numbers were considerably better than Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted March unemployment rate of 6.2 percent. “Alabama’s unemployment rate continues to hold steady, all the while showing labor force and employment growth,” Gov. Robert Bentley said in a released statement. “The growth is very encouraging, as we continue to see higher numbers of people working than we have in nearly eight years. Employers are hiring in Alabama, and we have a workforce ready for a job. Our efforts will continue to put Alabamians back to work.” The state’s Civilian Labor Force, which represents those persons 16 and older who are working or actively seeking

work, increased to 2,176,457 in March, representing both a monthly and a yearly increase. The number of people counted as employed in March was 2,042,177, also representing a monthly and yearly increase. The last time the number of people working was equal to or above 2,042,177 was in August 2008, when the number registered 2,042,834. “The number of jobs our economy is currently supporting is extremely encouraging – we’re less than 8,000 jobs away from meeting economists’ predictions for job growth in 2016, and we’re only three months into the year,” Alabama Department of Labor Commissioner Fitzgerald Washington said. From January 2016 to March 2016, Alabama’s wage and salary employment grew by 21,500. In January, economists at the University of Alabama’s College of Business and Economic Research predicted wage and salary growth of 29,450. Over the year (March 2015 to March 2016), wage and salary employment increased by 23,900, with gains in the education and health services sector (+6,700), the professional and business services sector (+5,100), and the leisure and hospitality sector (+4,600), among others.

Wage and salary employment increased in March by 10,200. Monthly gains were seen in the leisure and hospitality sector (+4,200), the trade, transportation, and utilities sector (+1,800), and the professional and business services sector (+1,500), among others. Of Alabama’s 67 counties, 64 counties experienced a decreased jobless rate in March. The other three counties’ rates remained the same. The three counties that saw no change in the unemployment rates are: Lee, Macon, and Tuscaloosa counties. Major Alabama cities with the lowest unemployment rates are: Vestavia Hills at 3.9 percent, Homewood and Hoover at 4.4 percent, and Alabaster at 4.6 percent. Counties with the lowest unemployment rates are: Shelby County at 4.6 percent, Elmore County at 5.2 percent, and Cherokee County at 5.3 percent. Neighboring counties also had positive numbers. Coosa County had a March unemployment rate of 6.5 percent, down from the 7.0 percent it posted in February. Lee had a 5.4 percent rate, Chambers came in at 5.3 percent, with Autuaga coming in at 5.5 percent. Montgomery had an unemployment rate of 6.0 percent.

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Crime

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Stats show that 54 of those 105 burglaries were solved with by arrests. That is a clearance rate of 52/43 percent. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, burglaries are solved at a rate of just 13.6 percent nationally. In 2014, officials here had just a 28.17 percent clearance rate for burglaries. “Like I said, the bad news is that we have had a rise in property crime,” Abbett said. “The good news is that we are doing a pretty good job at solving those crimes. That is a testament to the hard work of our officers, investigators and the cooperation of other agencies and the community itself.” Statistics show that the value of the items stolen in 2015 in Tallapoosa County was

TALLAPOOSA COUNTY CRIME STATISTICS 2015 1 2 1 7 103 95 3 7 205 2

Homicide Rape Robbery Aggravated assault Burglary Larceny/theft Motor vehicle theft Simple assault Drug offenses Arson

$791,496, that’s up from the $503,103 in property that was reported stolen in 2014. Drug cases were also up in 2015. The number of incidents went from 135 in 2014 to 205 in 2015. Those numbers represent a 34 percent increase. Again, the TCSO did an incredible job in clearing the drug crimes. Of the 205 incidents, 194 were cleared with an arrest for a clearance

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2014 0 9 0 10 71 63 12 1 135 0

2013 2 2 0 17 75 103 8 2 189 0

rate of 94.63 percent. “More incidents mean that we are doing a better job of detecting possession and drug activity through the work of investigators and the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force,” Abbett said. “That even goes down to the deputies who detect drugs on traffic stops and in serving warrants.” Rapes and aggravated assault were down in 2015. After having nine

2012 1 3 1 16 82 82 1 6 208 0

forcible rapes in 2014, the number fell to just two in 2015. Investigators made arrests in both of those cases. Aggravated assaults fell from 10 to seven from 2014 to 2015. “Nationally, rape is solved at about 39 percent and here we were able to make both of the confirmed cases that we had,” Abbett said.

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was to have no contact with the victim’s family. McDaniel’s arrest warrant lists the time of the crime as between the hours of 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 16, and 4:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 17, when the two were last seen and when the body was discovered. The two men were seen at Col. Tom’s Tavern, a club located at 10207 County Road 34 near Dadeville, the Saturday night before Crayton’s body was found, witnesses said. Those who were at the club said at one point McDaniel and Crayton were seen playing pool together. McDaniel, the owner of Lakeside Excavation and Materials, is also known for his appearance on the 2012 History Channel reality show “Bamazon.” The show tracked the trials and tribulations of a group of Americans running a gold mining operation in Guyana. The June 28 hearing is set for 1:30 p.m. in the Tallapoosa County Courthouse in Dadeville.

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Councill

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7th-8th grade academy at the high school was something he continued to explore. He said Langford had taken a trip to a school with such an academy recently and Hand had observed one in Headland last year. “If the desire of the board turns out to be to close Councill, I think the right thing to do is to value the opinion that those children are at a difficult age (and go with an academy),” Windle said. “If it were to happen, that seems the best way to address the concerns about security and safety.” As far as the need for a camera system in the high school, Windle said such a system would be installed for the coming academic year with or without Councill’s closure. “That is the number one item on our capital improvement plan for the coming year,” he said. Later, Windle showed an itemization of savings the board

would realize through the closing of Councill, totaling approximately $133,000 per year in recurring expenses, such as utilities. According to the school system’s chief financial officer, Phil Blasingame, there was also an average of more than $18,000 each year over the last three years spent on one-time emergency expenses, such as replacement or repair of air conditioning units, freezers, etc. In addition, with the planned installation of technology infrastructure throughout the Tallapoosa County schools in the coming year, $38,000 would be spent on that installation at Councill. Emily Bullard, a parent, then asked the board if closing Councill was a done deal, evoking passionate responses from board members Michael Carter, Randy Anderson and Matilda Woodyard-Hamilton. “Is there anybody (on the board) that wants to keep (Councill) open,

that has actually looked for some reason to keep it open?” Bullard asked. “Because y’all have got all this stuff planned out, it doesn’t matter what we say or what we do. Does anybody (on the board) actually want to keep the school open?” “We’re not in the business of closing anything,” Carter said. “We don’t want to close anything. We would love to open a big, grand universitytype campus for all the schools. But when you have a budget, you have so much money. Whether it’s wasted from past administrations or current administrations or whatever, you have to work within whatever parameters you have set for you. “They’re not ones that are just dreamed up. We have them and the public can look at them anytime. … I’m a businessman. I think there’s fat on any budget, but I have the luxury of being able to cut stuff without asking

anybody or worrying about rules. We can’t. Our hands are tied. My kids graduated from Dadeville and I graduated from Dadeville. I don’t want to do anything to hurt this school system.” The Tallapoosa County School system must set aside one month’s operating expenses in reserve prior to the expiration of the additional 1 cent sales tax the Tallapoosa County Commission approved by a 3-2 vote last May.

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Rebels turn to playoffs after falling to Hornets ANDY GRAHAM Sports Columnist

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Above, Reeltown’s Cal Burton, left, tries to catch Beauregard’s Jacob Callaway (11) stealing at second base during Monday’s doubleheader in Reeltown. Below, Reeltown’s Collier Bonner delivers a pitch. By ROBERT HUDSON Sports Editor

REELTOWN – The Reeltown Rebels dropped two at home to Beauregard in their regular-season finale and will look to rebound before hosting a Class 2A playoff game on Friday. The Rebels fell 8-0 and 4-1 to the Beauregard Hornets on Monday at home. Mike Jones, head coach of Reeltown (19-11), said the Rebels played better in game two, but there were still mistakes that need to be corrected before Friday’s playoff opener. “They played a little better in the second game, but we made a lot of errors in the first game and gave them a lot of runs. Really, we just had that one bad inning in both games,” Jones said. “We just kind of lost focus and they (Beauregard) did a good job of hitting the ball. They put the ball in play and forced us to make plays. We had been depending on defense all year, but had some mental errors. Just a few things we have to clean up before the playoffs start.” Reeltown’s Cal Burton had a triple in game one for Reeltown. The Rebels started strong in game two, as Shep

Flurry scored from third on a grounder by CJ Bell that went through the Beauregard pitcher’s legs, making it 1-0 in the bottom of the third. But the Hornets responded with four runs in the top half of the fourth inning, which started with Jaichis Holmes scor-

ing from first on a double by William May and tying the game at 1-1. May was brought home on a single to center by Sacker Rivers, and Rivers scored on a grounder by Timothy Senn that made it 3-1. Beauregard’s final run in game two was scored by Richard Harris on a bases-loaded walk in the top of the fourth. Reeltown’s Collier Bonner struck out five batters from the mound in game two, while Cole Noble struck out one pitching in relief. Flurry, Cade Giddens and Noble each had a hit in game two. Reeltown will next host Francis Marion on Friday at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., and Saturday at noon, if necessary, in round one of the Class 2A State Playoffs. Jones said the Rebels feel good about their chances of advancing if they can return to form. “I feel good. All of the teams that have beat us have been higher classification teams. We’ve played some good teams this year and we’ve played a hard schedule,” Jones said. “We’re just going to have to clean things up before Friday. We’ve got a couple of days to get everybody healthy and get everybody ready. We’ve just got to do a better job.”

Tigers set to travel to Bibb County for playoff opener By ROBERT HUDSON Sports Editor

The Dadeville Tigers are set to begin the playoffs and look to start on a high note. The Tigers will travel to Bibb County (13-20) on Friday for two Class 4A State Playoff games starting at 5 p.m., with game three scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m., if necessary. Dadeville Coach Randy Nolen said the Tigers have improved near the end of the season, and coming off a 5-0 win over Sylacauga, Dadeville will have to drive in runners more consistently to advance to round two. “We’ve actually been playing a little bit better and a lot better at times. But it depends on our hitting. If we hit like we did against Holtville for two games where we left runners all over the place with less than two outs and came away with nothing, we have to do a better job than that,” Nolen said. “We’re going to have to get runners in, whether it’s hitting ground balls with the infield back, hitting fly balls, getting base hits or something, we’re going to have to generate some runs.” Nolen said pitching has been solid for the Tigers down the stretch, and they hope to continue to utilize multiple arms on the mound in the postseason. “We’re throwing a lot of guys and everybody has been throwing pretty good, so we’re looking to continue that in the playoffs. We just want to throw

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Dadeville’s Cal Jones (2) makes contact with a pitch during a game this season at Central Alabama Community College against Westbrook.

a lot of guys, give the opponent different looks and see how it goes,” Nolen said. “Defensively, we’ve been making plays.” Nolen said just as important for Dadeville is making the simple, routine plays and not beating themselves with little errors. “It’s just one of those things where you have to go and play well. That’s the bottom the line. If both teams play well then the best team is going to win, and if they’re better than you are, then tip your hat to them and wish them luck in

the next round,” Nolen said. “But make sure you don’t give them any gifts and make it easy for them. That’s what we’ve got to avoid doing.” And with two games on Friday, Nolen said the players are ready to go. “They’re fired up and ready to go play. They know they’ve been playing better and they know that there have been a few games this year where we have played the way we’re capable of playing,” Nolen said. “They’re looking forward to it. They’re excited about going out and competing.”

uburn University has a long and proud tradition of fielding a top-notch athletic department that competes for championships at the highest level. The foundation of that rich history was cemented long ago by the first young men to don the orange and blue and bring great pride to their alma mater. Down through the years, countless other male athletes have followed the lead of their predecessors and created the legacy that is Auburn sports. The 2016 version of athletics in the Loveliest Village is no exception. The Tigers boast an array of exceptional athletes competing for championships on a national level. However, it’s the fairer sex that’s leading the way on the Plains these days. In fact, one might even say it’s the year of the female athlete at Auburn University. The gentlemen found themselves near or at the bottom of the SEC rankings last season in the sports of football, basketball and baseball. It’s been rather depressing to say the least. Thank goodness the female Tigers are picking up the slack. The Auburn Equestrian team won the national championship over the weekend out in Waco, Texas. I’m not even going to pretend like I know anything whatsoever about horses, riding horses or girls competing in events while riding horses. I wouldn’t know the difference between reigning and, well, if it were raining. I do know that it is a sanctioned NCAA sport and Auburn is apparently really good at doing whatever it is they do. This was their fourth national title. A hundred or so miles north in Fort Worth, Texas, the Auburn gymnastics team was competing over the weekend for the national championship as well. Unfortunately, the Tigers came up a little short, but the success of this year’s squad solidified Auburn’s place among the elite in the sport. I believe 63 schools across the country field a gymnastics program in Division I. The Tigers were in the final six last season and garnered a No. 1 seed this year. They continue to conquer new milestones every year and have now developed an expectation to win. The No. 12 Women’s Tennis team finished up their regular season this past Sunday with a victory over No. 20 Kentucky and set a new program record for conference victories in a season. They enter the SEC tournament on Wednesday as the No. 4 seed, which is the highest in program history. As impressive as all of these accomplishments are, the true pride of Auburn athletics at the moment is undoubtedly the softball team. These ladies boast a record of 41-4 overall and 12-3 in the SEC, which is tied for first with Florida. They are ranked as high as No. 2 in the country and are currently on a 16 game winning streak. Over the weekend, the Tigers defeated Arkansas by a cumulative score of 54-0 in three games. Granted, the Razorbacks are the worst team in the conference, but that was a beating reminiscent of Drago vs. Creed. Auburn definitely has its sights set on a return trip to Oklahoma City (home to the World Series). I wouldn’t bet against them. While the boys at Auburn appear to be chasing their tails, the women are standing tall and showing them how it’s done. Graham is a sports columnist for The Record.

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Lanier and crew work towards new trail construction along old railroad line By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

Jimmy K. Lanier is at it again, cleaning and clearing land for hikers to enjoy. Lanier and a crew of five men are working hard to clear the walking paths for the Forever Wild trails that will follow the majority of the length of Gold Mine Road where the Highline and Lowline Railroad, which carried needed materials during the construction of Martin Dam, once ran. The railroad system was the most effective and efficient method of carrying the heavy supplies needed to construct the massive dam. The train tracks made a loop down to the dam. This loop included a total of seven bridges. Today, however, there are no signs of these bridges. This is why the Hiking Association plans on building a suspension bridge for hikers to cross at the exact location where the railroad trestle once stood. “This suspension bridge will be longest suspension bridge this side of the Mississippi,” said Lanier. The total stretch of the suspension bridge will span well over the length of a football field. Jimmy K. Lanier is at it again, cleaning and clearing land for hikers to enjoy. Lanier and a crew of five men are working hard to clear the walking paths for the Forever Wild trails that will follow the majority of the length of Gold Mine Road where the Highline and Lowline Railroad, which carried needed materials during the construction of Martin Dam, once ran. The railroad system was the most effective and efficient method of carrying the heavy supplies needed to construct the massive dam. The train tracks made a loop down to the dam. This loop included a total of seven bridges. Today, however, there are no signs of these bridges. This is why the Hiking Association plans on building a suspension bridge for hikers to cross at the exact location where the railroad trestle once stood. “This suspen-

sion bridge will be longest suspension bridge this side of the Mississippi,” said Lanier. The total stretch of the suspension bridge will span well over the length of a football field. Today, nothing remains of the railroad system except the raised path where tracks once rested. While nature has overtaken the old railway path, it remains clear enough to see and travel by foot. This is exactly why Lanier decided to work with Alabama Power and Forever Wild to restore the path to walking condition. In order to do this, bridges must be constructed to overpass the deep gorges that surround the area. It is these deep gorges, which the Highline and Lowline Railroad once traveled over to reach the base of the dam, that Lanier and his crew are cleaning out. For years people have dumped trash and other unwanted items into the gorge that feeds directly into a stream, which runs directly into the Tallapoosa River. “There is trash down there that is probably 70 years old.” Lanier said. “We pulled old oil cans, tires…. we even pulled a jet ski out of it.” Measures have been taken to stop this problem of illegal dumping of trash and other debris. There is now 24-hour electronic surveillance in the area watching for anyone dumping rubbish. There is a hefty fine for illegally dumping trash and Alabama Power intends to prosecute anyone found illegally discarding waste. Lanier believes this construction will not only rectify years of abuse to the land, it will also add to recreation and for locals and bring in much needed revenue for Tallassee, Eclectic and surrounding areas and, perhaps, even offer a lesson in history. Using the old train route, the trail will offer a glimpse into how Martin Dam came to fruition because without the Highline and Lowline Railroads, the task would have been insurmountable.

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