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Dadeville, Jacksons Gap and county reach water agreement By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

An agreement in principle was reached between the Dadeville City Council and representatives of both Jacksons Gap and Tallapoosa County regarding the water situation north of the railroad tracks on

Highway 49 during Tuesday night’s council meeting. Dadeville City Attorney Robin Reynolds would begin drafting an official contract. The tentative agreement was that Jacksons Gap would put in a sixinch water pipe to serve the houses in this area, with a meter at the point where this line branched off from the

main water line. This would allow Jacksons Gap to bill Dadeville for the water, while Dadeville would bill the residential customers for their individual usage. A motion to carry through a study conducted by CDG Engineers &

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A crew with Gary Ingram Paving marks Lafayette Street Wednesday afternoon as they prepare to lay asphalt as part of the ATRIP project in the coming days. The project also adds and renovates some sidewalks along the street.

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Drug take back to be held at Walgreens Saturday

Bill eliminating conceal carry permits moving through legislature

By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

The Alexander City Walgreens will host a drug take-back event on Saturday, April 29 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. This event, held in conjunction with the Alexander City Police Department, the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Office, the Drug Enforcement Agency and the Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership, provides locals with an environmentally safe way to dispose of old, unwanted medications with no questions asked. “You can just walk up, drop them in the box, and walk off. They [the police officers and DEA officials on-site assisting with the event] don’t ask who you are, what you’re dropping off or anything like that,” Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership Coordinator Sabrina Wood said. “Any old, unwanted medication can be dropped off. They can be prescription or overSee DRUG • Page A3

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Pictured at a Wind Creek State Park event to stress water safety are from left, Public Safety Director Charles Ward, ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor and Chief Steve Thompson who is over over Marine Patrol.

LAW ON THE LAKE Marine Patrol Divisions stress safety on the water By MITCH SNEED Editor

The temperatures are rising and so is the number of boats on Lake Martin. So Friday, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Marine Patrol Division and newly appointed Secretary Hal Taylor took media on the water to talk boating and water safety. “Early warm temperatures have people out enjoying the weather and

recreational activities on the water,” said Taylor, who took over the top spot just two weeks after Stan Stabler was forced out of office. “We’ve already helped investigate four drownings and it’s only April. Now two of those were found to be electrocutions, but the point is that warmer water temperatures mean that people are already on the water in boats and in the water swimming. “While we have some dedicated See MARINE • Page A9

County unemployment numbers decreasing

Coyote sightings on the rise By MITCH SNEED Editor

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Tallapoosa County got good news on the economic front Friday, as the Alabama Department of Labor said the county’s unemployment rate fell to just 5.1 percent in March. That level is down from the 5.7 percent jobless rate the county posted in February and significantly better than the 5.8 percent unemployment rate recorded in the area in March 2016. Those numbers make the county’s rate even better than the state average. See UNEMPLOYMENT • Page A8

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W warmer weather, and possible habitat destruction around the area With coyote sightings have become more frequent in Dadeville and across the co county. Linda Forbus caught this image near her home in the Avondale co aarea.

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The Alabama Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that eliminates the need for a county sheriff issued concealed carry permit for residents to carry a gun, but local law enforcement officials say carry permits add another level of safeguards that they would hate to lose. The bill passed by a vote of 25-8, with all eight Democrats in the Senate voting against it. According to Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett, the Sheriffs Association voted to voice opposition to the bill. He said that he is a supporter of the Second Amendment, but said that a permit should not stand in the way of those rights. “It would increase the likelihood of individuals having firearms that shouldn’t have them in the first place,” Abbett said. “Under the current law, which I feel is a very workable process, it allows for three levels of checks. In addition to the state and national databases, we have knowledge of local incidents, for instance misdemeanors and domestic violence situations. “It’s just a safety issue – plain and simple. It’s for the safety of the individual with a gun to make sure they are capable of understanding the responsibility. It’s for the safety of residents in that it helps keep people that shouldn’t have a gun for whatever reason from carrying one concealed in public.” Alexander City Police Chief Jay Turner agreed with Abbett. “The carry permit is a requirement that gave See PERMIT • Page A8

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The warmer temperatures not only have local residents out and about, but it has also increased movement of wildlife – including coyotes. Residents have reported multiple sightings of coyotes in heavily populated areas including in neighborhoods, in the downtown Dadeville area, the old Russell campus

in Alexander City and residents in places all around the lake have reported that coyotes have been spotted on their property. Crystal Turner lives along Highway 34 in Dadeville and said they are regular visitors there. “We here them all behind our house on 34 in Dadeville,” Turner said. Forrest and Linda Forbus live in the Avondale

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Obituaries

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Nancy “Nan” Jane Huey Pounds Graveside services for Nancy “Nan” Jane Huey Pounds, age 63, of Dadeville, formerly of Roanoke, will be held on Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. from Randolph Memory Gardens with Rev. Chris Martin officiating and Quattlebaum Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Ms. Pounds passed away Sunday, April 16, 2017, at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, Alabama. Survivors include: one son, Rick Pounds (wife, Stephanie) of Dadeville; two grandchildren, Cayle Pounds and Hudson Pounds; one brother, Tommy Huey of Roanoke; a nephew, Brian Huey (wife, Brooke); and two nieces, Ashlyn and Natalie Huey. Pallbearers will be Rick Pounds, Brian Huey, Terrell Haggerty, John R. Pounds, Michael McGinnis and Tommy Huey. A Roanoke native, Ms. Pounds was born on June 27, 1953, the daughter of William Thomas Huey, Sr., and Pauline “Polly” Harper Huey Ragle. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Roanoke and worked as an LPN for Lake Martin Family Medicine. Ms. Pounds was preceded in death by her parents and a sister-in-law, Patti Huey. Online condolences may be expressed at www.quattlebaumfuneralhome.com.

Library N Lib Notes

here is still time to find Dewey! Where’s Dewey? is just like the Where’s Waldo game played a few years ago. You have until Monday, May 1 to turn in your completed passport to be entered in to the drawing. This year there are two separate prizes for kids and adults. So, don’t miss out on this great prize! Library staff and Friends of the Library volunteers will be at the elementary school on Friday, April 28, from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. to help with the Alabama Department of Children’s Affairs program called, “Play with a Purpose.” This is a free early child development screening for kids’ ages 4 months - 5 years old. Each kid will take home a free book provided by the Library.

• High Stakes by Fern Michaels • The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger • Ominous by Lisa Jackson • No Easy Target by Iris Johanson

Story Time is a great free program for toddlers, and pre-K kids. Come to the library on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. every week to hear stories, go on adventures, and make masterpieces! Library Notes are provided by Dadeville Public Library Director Abbi Mangarelli.

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n Alexander City Council meets on the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in the courtroom at the old city hall at 5:30 p.m. n Camp Hill Town Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6 p.m. n Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. with a premeeting at 5:30 p.m. in city hall. n Daviston City Council meets the third Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Daviston Fire Department. n Jackson’s Gap Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month.

Dadeville Police Department April 24

• A Dadeville man, age 43, was arrested on Highway 280 on the charge of Failure to Appear. • A Dadeville man, age 21, was arrested on Freeman Drive on the charge of Failure to Appear. • An Alexander City woman, age 26, and a Dadeville man, age 21 were arrested on Freeman Drive on the charge of Possession of Marijuana.

April 23

• A Jacksons Gap woman, age 22, was arrested on Highway 280 on the charge of Possession of Marijuana. • A Waverly man, age 48, was arrested at the Tallapoosa County Jail on six charges of Failure to Appear. • A Dadeville woman, age 39, and a Dadeville man, age 36, were arrested on E. Lafayette Street on the charge of Domestic Violence.

April 22

• A Dadeville man, age 33, was arrested on Freeman Drive on the charge of Domestic Violence. • A report was filed for Domestic Violence that occurred on Herron Street. • An Opelika man, age 27, was arrested at the Lee County Jail on two charges of Failure to Appear. • A Camp Hill man, age 32, was arrested on East South Street on the charge of Failure to Appear.

Meetings are held in town hall at 6:30 p.m., all Jackson’s Gap citizens are encouraged to attend. n New Site City Council meets the first and third Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in the Conference Room in the Town Hall. n Tallapoosa County Board of Education meets on the second Monday of each month. Meetings are held in the new central office at 679 East Columbus Street, Dadeville, AL 36853. n Tallapoosa County Commission meets the second Monday of the month at 9 a.m. in the courthouse in Dadeville, with a pre-meeting also open to the public 30 minutes before each regular session. n Tallapoosa County 911 Board will meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. in the 911 Administrative office at 240 West Columbus Street, Dadeville. Call 825-8490 for more information.

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April 24

• Craig Jernigan of Merdian, Mississippi was arrested on outstanding warrants for failure to appear possession controlled substance and grand jury indictment possession controlled substance.

April 22

• A resident of Roberts Drive filed a report for property damage. • A resident of Highway 49 South in Notasulga filed a report for property damage.

April 21

• A resident of Churchill Road in Camp Hill filed a report for found property. • Donald Bell of Shorter turned himself in on two theft of property first grand jury indictments. • Kenneth Moon of Trusselville was arrested for three failure to appear child support warrants through this department.

April 20

• Francheska Sheeley of Manoy Drive in Jacksons Gap was arrested on outstanding warrants for failure to appear possession/receive controlled substance and failure to appear attempt to elude.

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April 21

• A report was filed for an assault that occurred on Jah Street. • A Dadeville man, age 45, was arrested on Thweatt Industrial Blvd. on the charge of Failure to Appear. • A Cragford woman, age 30, was arrested at the Clay County Jail on the charge of Failure to Appear.

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n Alexander City Board of Education meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the board office at 375 Lee St. or local school at 5 p.m.

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• A report was filed for Harassment that occurred on E. Columbus Street.

April 16

• A report was filed for Unlawful Breaking and Entering and Theft of Property that occurred on Old Miller’s Ferry Road.

April 15

• A report was filed for Criminal Mischief that occurred on N. Broadnax Street.

Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department April 25

• A resident of Concord Road in Dadeville filed a report for theft. • Conelius Ricks of Stewart Street in Tallassee was arrested for an outstanding warrant for failure to appear possession of marijuana second. • Dustin Marlin of Sweet Lou Lane of Tallassee was arrested for an outstanding warrant failure to appear possession of a forged instrument second degree. • A resident of Fredric Ferry Road

• Daphene Stokes of Gilmer Avenue in Tallassee was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear forgery 2nd. • James Henderson of Patton Street in Tallassee was arrested on an outstanding bench warrant. • Albert Tuck of 10th Street in Alexander City was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear child support.

April 17

• Rosie Wilson of Alexander City was arrested for a probation violation and a probation revocation warrant. • Angela Singh of Birmingham was arrested for a probation violation and bench warrant. • Phillip Hadaway of Alexander City was arrested for three failure to appear warrants. • Kenneth Pringle of Montgomery was arrested for a failure to appear probation violation.

Alexander City Police Department April 19

• Cedrick Tyrone Brisker, 34, of Titus was arrested for possession of marijuana. • Thomas Coleman Elder, 54, of New Site was arrested for public intoxication. • Reckless endangerment was reported in Alexander City. • Criminal trespass and theft were reported in Alexander City.

• Possession of marijuana was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Public intoxication was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City.

April 18

• Maximino Dejesus Hernandez, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for sexual abuse of a child less that 12 years old. • Brianna Nicole Grant, 47, of Alexander City was arrested for shoplifting. • Daniel Bruce Bourrie, 70, of Decatur was arrested for harassment. • LaBrandon Rashad Robinson, 26, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Assault was reported in Alexander City. • Burglary was reported in Alexander City. • Harassing communications was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Theft and receiving stolen property was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City.

April 17

• Brian E. Loughry, 36, of Deer Park, Texas was arrested for harassing communications. • Justin O’Neal Burns, 28, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Jessica Renee Sayers, 26, of Sylacauga was arrested for possession of controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Parker Wayne Blair, 22, of Alexander City was arrested for harassment. • Joshua Luke Duke, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence and resisting arrest. • George Daniel, 45, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Theft was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported in Alexander City. • Harassing communications was reported in Alexander City. • Harassing communications was reported in Alexander City. • Burglary was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia was reported in Alexander City.

Ongoing Events GRIEF SHARE: There will be a meeting of Grief Share every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church next door to Russell Medical through June 7. WOMEN’S MEETING: Victory Temple Holiness Church in Dadeville is hosting a women’s meeting the first Sunday of every month. Men are invited too. AWANA: Wayside Baptist Church hosts Awana Sundays 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 864-5800343. VOLUNTEER: Southern Care Hospice is seeking volunteers. Please call Lizz Gillenwaters at 256-234-1134 or 256-749-3717 for more information. WOMAN MEETING: Every first Sunday, Victory Temple Holiness Church hosts a women’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 a.m. until noon. Completion of the program depends on the skill level of the individual. For more information contact Elaine Balint, instructor, at 256-215-4496 (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 WIA 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 non-traditional 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. COMPUTER LAB: The new and improved computer lab at Cooper Community Center is now open to the community Monday thru Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. LaBrawnski Salter is the new lab facilitator. You can check email, browse the internet, build a resume, complete a project or homework, research, job search and some social media. CELEBRATE RECOVERY: Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 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 256-496-4664.

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the-counter, in pill, patch, or powder form. The only restriction is that liquids, needles and things like that can’t be dropped off.” Conducting take-back events like this are beneficial to everyone. Transplant recipients, chemo patients and others who have had to take strong medications are able to safely dispose of them without anyone in their house getting hold of the drugs. Law enforcement officers do not have to worry about medicine falling into the wrong hands, making their jobs that much easier. Lastly, it helps the environment by keeping drugs from polluting the ecosystem by causing major changes. “It used to be recommended to flush these old medicines down the toilet, but that’s no longer the case,” Wood explained. When the U.S. Geological Survey conducted a study in 1999, they found that, since wastewater treatment plants were not always able to filter out flushed medicine, leaving the drugs to end up in natural water supplies and causing adverse effects in the wildlife. “Water treatment plants have to change their

treatment methods in order to deal with medicine in the water,” Wood added. In order to safely dispose of the drugs that are received during Saturday’s take-back, the DEA officials will tape up the boxes and log in how many boxes of material were filled. When the event is concluded and the boxes are logged, they will be shipped to an incinerator and destroyed. Drug take-back events began to be held in Alexander City in 2013 and those dropping off old medicine have expressed how appreciative they are to have a safe and easy way to dispose of these drugs, according to Wood. “Some people have stored these medications for so long with no way of disposing them, they’ve brought in trash bags full,” she said. Local drug take-back events have almost always produced a good turnout. Last October’s take-back totaled 175 pounds of medicine to be disposed of. “The only real issue we ever have is making sure the public knows when the next event is coming up,” Wood explained.

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area. While doing yard work recently, a large male coyote came to the edge of their yard and just casually watched what was happening. “We have some woods and a field close by so we have seen smaller ones before,” Linda Forbus said. “But this one was huge. He wasn’t afraid of people at all. Forrest was on a lawnmower and that didn’t seem to bother him one bit. “He wasn’t aggressive or anything, just watching what was going on.” Alexander City Animal Control Officer Ken Vernon handles calls regularly for wildlife showing up in residential areas. For a previous story he explained why the sighting are getting more frequent. He said the increase has been correlative to demolition work at the old Russell plant. “Coyotes are a problem,” Vernon said. “They are in the city, especially since they started tearing down the buildings on the Russell property. “But there’s not a whole lot we can do. They’re more of a Department of Conservation issue since they’re considered wildlife. And they are especially hard to deal with. You can trap them, but you have to boil the traps and make sure there’s no scent in them. If you can hem them up, you may be able to get them with a catch pole, but it’s hard to hem them up.” Vernon said another reason for the growing number of coyotes in urban areas is development of property that might have previously been coyote habitat. “There are a lot of places where they’re building housing or other developments and they’re tearing down the coyotes’ habitat,” Vernon said. “That leaves

them displaced and looking for a place to get. And they will take an easy meal.” Still, Vernon said city animal control gets a few calls about coyotes, probably 1-2 per month. Alexander City Police Chief Jay Turner said the best thing to do is just avoid them when possible. “Typically they are afraid of people,” Turner said. “So if you see them typically they are running. But if you encounter one the best thing to do is get away. If you live in a area where there have been sighed, you may want to be careful with pets and small children, not leaving them outdoors unattended.” According to the website www.coyotesmarts.org, coyotes are naturally timid animals and will usually flee at the sight of a human. If they linger or approach, it’s time to begin “hazing.” This is a term applied to the following actions that can be taken to scare coyotes and chase them away: • Be as big and loud as possible. Do not run or turn your back. • Wave your arms, clap your hands, and shout in an authoritative voice. • Make noise by banging pots and pans or using an air horn or whistle. • Throw small stones, sticks, tennis balls or anything else you can lay your hands on. • Remember the intent is to scare and not to injure. • Spray with a hose, if available, or a squirt gun filled with water and vinegar. • Shake or throw a “coyote shaker”—a soda can filled with pennies or pebbles and sealed with duct tape.

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Associates and Skipper Consulting regarding the Courthouse Square project was made and passed. Their study suggested that the traffic flow be made one way around the square. Now that the study results have been carried through, they will be brought before ALDOT, where further discussion regarding the ultimate decision for redoing the traffic flow can be held. The following items were also brought before the council during the meeting: â&#x20AC;˘ A motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting was made and approved. â&#x20AC;˘ Assistant Police Chief Chris Martin announced that two new officers had completed the last of the Standardized Field Officer Training Program and were now out on the street patrolling. One came from the Tallapoosa County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office while the other was a veteran of the Camp Hill Police Department. Both passed the final phases of their training with excellent results, Martin said. â&#x20AC;˘ Abbi Mangarelli reported that March had been a good month for the library, with 2,288 people having visited the library, more than 1,000 books checked out and more than 500 logins on the library computers. She also reminded everyone of the weekly meeting of the Dadeville Brick Builders, a Lego club,

on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. and the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story time Tuesday mornings at 10. She also explained that there was still time to complete the Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dewey search before Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deadline. Interested parties can pick up their Whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dewey passport at the library to record their search for him throughout Dadeville. Lastly, Mangarelli reported that several library workers would be volunteering with the Early Child Development Screening at Dadeville Elementary on Friday, and that the library would be working in conjunction with Leadership Lake Martin to keep free little libraries being installed at the playground on Highway 49 and the Rec Center stocked with childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books. â&#x20AC;˘ Michael Richardson of the building department reported that he had been in contact with the owners of the singlewide trailer on West Lafayette Street. According to Richardson, the owners had hired a mover to come in and move the trailer, but were just waiting on a set date for the move to occur. â&#x20AC;˘ The project to demolish dilapidated buildings throughout town was still in the process of being re-bid. â&#x20AC;˘ The A-Trip Lafayette Street project was reported to be moving right along and going well. Reynolds said he did not feel inconvenienced by the delays

stemming from the work, and saw a safer, smoother road as the end result. â&#x20AC;˘ The fire situation at North Loop was still being monitored, but that all seemed to be under control at the time. â&#x20AC;˘ Representatives of the city are continuing to work with the landowner regarding the fence at the water treatment plant. â&#x20AC;˘ Councilwoman Teneeshia Johnson inquired about potentially putting in a speed bump on Fulton Street, as cars have been known to fly down that road and make it relatively unsafe for children to play outdoors there. Mayor Wayne Smith mentioned how there were issues with the town putting up speed bumps on major roadways in the past and suggested increasing police patrols on Fulton Street. â&#x20AC;˘ Councilman Dick Harrelson brought information before the council regarding prices on tractors for the city. Two motions were made and passed regarding purchasing a pair of tractors. The first motion approved the purchase of a tractor for $46,700, to be used by the street department for cutting grass, while the second motion allowed the city to purchase a tractor with a front loader for $19,300 for the parks and rec department for any work they might have to do. Smith was proud that the money was

in the budget for these two items and they would not have to be purchased on credit. â&#x20AC;˘ Councilwoman Brownie Caldwell wanted to praise Shawn Childers for his dedicated effort in keeping the ball fields cleared of trash. In a subsequent conversation, Smith said all of the volunteers do a great job. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If everyone does their part, it makes it easier for all of us,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;˘ A motion was made and passed stating Dadeville would participate in the back-to-school sales tax holiday, scheduled for July 21-23. â&#x20AC;˘ City Clerk Mike Gardner brought four Rec Center requests before the council. A motion to approve these requests was made and passed. In addition, Gardner also asked the council members for a head count in attending a legislative update round table meeting with Senator Tom Whatley and Representative Mark Tuggle on Friday at the Graham Tech Center on the CACC Campus in Alexander City. The next Dadeville City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 9. The pre-council meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the regular meeting beginning at 6 p.m.

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I said, “YOU ARE! You he Word has are brand new because a message for Jesus has made you new.” everyone! Today I told her I would show finds me reminiscing back her where it says it in to last year or so, as I the Bible, but we were posted on Facebook a Bible so excited talking about verse from the Living everything that I forgot to Translation. find it. “When someone Carol Page When I told her you had becomes a Christian they Good News become a brand new person Baptist Church posted the scripture and I read it to her, she was so inside. They are not the excited to hear that the Bible said same anymore. A new life has exactly what she was feeling! It begun.”(2 Corinthians 5:17) Remember, I said the Word has a is such an incredible joy to know message for everyone? That means that the single most important thing my child will do with her life has even little children. So, from this happened at 9 years old…and she post I got a message from a dear friend in South Florida, and this is FEELS it all over. Jesus is beyond what she shared with me. “I am so awesome.” My friends, the WORD has a glad you brought this scripture up! Last week my sweet little 9-year- message for everyone. Don’t let it pass you by. Read it!! When old daughter asked Jesus into her the WORD speaks to your heart heart. It was the most awesome and you receive it personally you experience since her birth! After become a brand new person and a we prayed and cried and rejoiced new life has begun! Blessings and and cried she looked over at me and said in the most innocent little love for a great new day today! Carol Page is a member of Good voice, “I feel brand new.” News Baptist Church. It took my breath away. And This devotional and directory made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services!

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Faith Assembly of God 590 Horseshoe Bend Rd., Dadeville 256-825-7741

New Elkahatchee Baptist Elkahatchee Rd., Alex City 256-329-9942

New Life Baptist County Road 14, Alex City, 256-329-2635 Victory Baptist 280 By-Pass, Alex City West End Baptist Off 280 West, 256-234-2130 BAPTIST – MISSIONARY Bethlehem Baptist New Site Cross Key Baptist Hackneyville, 256-329-9716 Darian Missionary Baptist Church Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City 256-329-3865 Elam Baptist Robertson Rd. Alex City Early Rose Baptist 201 E Street, Alexander City Flint Hill Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville Friendship Baptist Our Town Community, 256-329-5243 Hollins Springs Baptist Hwy. 280, Goodwater

The Great Bethel Missionary 520 Christian St., Alex City 256-234-5513 Unity Baptist Robinson Rd., Alex City Zion Hill Missionary Baptist 583 S. Broadnax St., Dadeville BAPTIST – SOUTHERN Bay Pine Baptist 1480 Bay Pine Rd. Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-4433 Bethany Baptist Church Bethany Road Bethel Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-5070 Beulah Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-9882

Mt. Olive Baptist Hwy. 280 & Jct. 49, Goodwater Mt. Sinai Baptist Fish Pond Rd., Coosa County 256-329-2337

New Elam Baptist Hwy. 9, Burtonville, 256-234-2037 New Bethel Baptist Rock St., Dadeville, 256-825-7726 Peace & Goodwill Baptist Cottage Grove Community Alexander City, 256-377-4634

New Hope Baptist Lake Martin, off Hwy. 63 256-329-2510 New Life Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-6190 / 256-329-2635

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Marshall Street Church of God 428 Marshall Street, Alex City 256-234-3180

New Pine Grove Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Perryville

New Faith Tabernacle A.C.O.P. Church of God “J” Street

New Providence Baptist Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City New Rocky Mount Baptist 670 Peckerwood Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-794-3846 New Salem Road New Site Rd., New Site, 256-234-2932 Old Providence Baptist Off Hwy. 63 N., near Hackneyville

Camp Hill Baptist Downtown Camp Hill, 256-896-2811

Perryville Baptist Perryville, 256-234-3588

Eagle Creek Baptist Hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-6048 Fellowship Baptist Buttston Community Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church on Claybrook Drive, Alex City 256-839-5339 First Baptist Court Square, Alex City 256-234-6351

New Harvest Ministries Church of God Hwy 280 & Coosa 28 256-329-2331

River Road Baptist 148 Dean Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6971 Rocky Creek Baptist Samford Rd., Cowpens Community

Rock Springs Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-839-6263 Russell Farm Baptist Hwy. 63 beyond Our Town

First United Methodist 310 Green St., Alex City 256-234-6322

Goodwater U.M. Main St., Goodwater, 256-839-6661 Haven United Methodist 354 Christian St., Alex City 256-329-8394 Hillabee Campground UMC 120 CC Road, Alex City Sunday School 10am Sunday Service 11am Kellyton U.M., Kellyton, 256-329-1681 Liberty United Methodist Liberty Rd., Hackneyville Mt. Godfrey New Site

Sunnylevel United Methodist 3202 Hwy. 63N, Alex City 256-234-6877

Washington Street A.C.O.P. Church of God Washington Street

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Dadeville Church of the Nazarene Corner Hwy. 280 and 49, 256-825-8191

Trinity United Methodist 280 By-pass, Alex City, 256-234-2455 Union United Methodist 4428 Hwy. 50, Dadeville 256-825-2241

HOLINESS Alex City Emmanuel Holiness Hillabee St., Alex City

UNITED PENTECOSTAL Alex City Apostolic 3708 Robinson Rd., Alexander City, 256-329-1573

First Congregational Christian 11th Ave. South, Alex City

Town Creek Baptist Camp Ground Rd., Alex City

Kellyton Revival Center Co. Road 87 South Kellyton Liberty Life Christian Center 321 “S” Street, Alex City

Zion Hill Baptist Hwy. 79, near Horseshoe Bend

Passion Church 3340 Hwy. 63 N., Alex City 256-409-9590

CATHOLIC St. John the Apostle 454 N. Central Ave., Alex City 256-234-3631

The Family Worship Center 365 Scott Road, Alex City

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Jehovah-Jireh Ministries 252 Tallapoosa St., Alex City 256-215-4211 Leap of Faith Outreach Ministry 886 Terrance Drive, 256-234-7119 New Bethel Fellowship Church 5474 Rock Springs Road Jackson’s Gap 256-825-3367 The Baha’I Faith 740 Newell Street, Camp Hill 256-896-4007 The Word Bible Church 161 Main St., Alex City, 256-215-5646

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PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian 371 Jefferson St., Alex City 256-329-0524

Family Worship Center 1676 Sewell Street 256-839-6895

Lake Pointe Baptist 8352 Hwy. 50W, Dadeville

2802 Dadeville Road Alexander City, AL

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PENTECOSTAL Pentecostals of Dadeville 115 West Columbus Street Dadeville, 256-596-3411

FULL GOSPEL Dadeville Foursquare Gospel Church Old 280 By-pass

CHURCH OF CHRIST Alex City Church of Christ 945 Tallapoosa St., Alex City 256-234-6494

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METHODIST – INDEPENDENT Daviston Independent Methodist Daviston, 395-4207

Sixth Street Baptist Sixth St., Alex City, 256-234-2408

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Good News Baptist Church 10493 Hwy. 280, Jackson’s Gap 256-825-2555 Hackneyville Baptist Hwy. 63 N., Hackneyville

Kendrick Baptist Church Nixburg

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INDEPENDENT Faith Temple Franklin Street, Alex City, 256-234-6421

Kellyton Baptist Kellyton, 256-329-1512

221 East South Street • Dadeville, AL

Pearson Chapel U.M. Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City

House of Restoration Holiness 519 Slaughter Ave., Camp Hill, 256-749-2373, 256-896-2904

Jackson’s Gap Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-4951

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New Site U.M. New Site, 256-234-7834

Sandy Creek Baptist Alex City

Wayside Baptist 21 Wayside Circle, Alex City 256-234-5564

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Flint Hill U.M., Alex City 256-234-5047

First Baptist Tallassee St., Dadeville, 256-825-6232

Hillabee Baptist Hillabee Rd., Alex City 256-234-6798 Horseshoe Bend Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville

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First United Methodist Dadeville, 256-825-4404

The Church of God 13th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1696

EPISCOPAL Saint James Episcopal Church 121 South Central Ave., Alex City 256-234-4752

Rocky Mount Baptist Hwy. 22 E., Alex City, 256-329-2327

Duncan Memorial U.M. 3997 Hillabee Rd., Alex City 256-234-6708

Red Ridge United Methodist 8091 County Road 34, Dadeville 256-825-9820

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1515 Worthy Road, Alex City (Corner of Worthy Place and Dadeville Road)

Ray Baptist Rockford Hwy., Alex City, 256-234-7609

Comer Memorial U.M. 427 East Church St., 256-329-3467

Pentecostal Church of God 163 Franklin Street, Alex City 256-215-4055

CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy 303 Poplar Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6941

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Dadeville Church of God 425 Horseshoe Bend Rd. (Hwy. 49 N.) Dadeville 256-825-8820

Orr Street Baptist 1000 “O” Street (Hwy. 63N) Alex City, 256-234-3171

Daviston Baptist Daviston, 395-4327

Mt. Calvary Baptist 329 King St., Alex City, 256-234-5631

Cedar Street Church of God 711 Martin Luther King Blvd. Alex City

Calvary Heights Baptist Elkahatchee, Rd., Alex City 256-234-7224

Liberty Church 1034 Liberty Church Rd. Willow Point Alex City

Miracle Missionary Baptist 1687 “I” Street 256-215-9788, 256-215-9787

Bread of Life A.C.O.P. Church of God Hwy. 280, Kellyton

Old Union Baptist 1106 Davis Circle Jackson’s Gap 256-596-1873

Comer Memorial 941 E. Church St., Alex City 256-234-2236

Marietta Baptist Goodwater

CHURCH OF GOD Alex City No. 2 A.C.O.P. Church of God Local Street, Alex City

Calvary Baptist 819 Main St., Dadeville, 256-825-5989

Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church 21 East Church St. 256-825-6814

Macedonia Baptist Macedonia Circle, Goodwater 256-839-5793

Southview Church of Christ 2325 Dadeville Rd., Alex City 256-329-0212

New Beginnings Baptist 1076 Coley Creek Rd.

Shady Grove Baptist Jackson’s Gap Community

Mt. Zion West Our Town Community, 256-234-7748

Mike Ransom 256.794.3999

Rocky Mt. Baptist New Site community

Pleasant Grove Church of Christ 1819 Bay Pine Rd, Jackson’s Gap

Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 63 South, Alex City 256-234-7748

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Liberty Baptist 1365 Hillabee St., Alex City 256-329-8830

Mt. Zion East StillWaters Dr., 256-825-4991

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Ridge Grove Missionary Baptist Alexander City, 256-234-6972

Meadows St. Church of Christ 306 Meadows St., Alex City

Mt. Carmel Baptist 3610 Dudleyville Rd., Dadeville

New Concord Baptist Off hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-5390

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Mountain Springs Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Daviston

Seleeta Baptist Booker St., Alex City 256-329-2685

Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 22, New Site

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Lebanon Baptist Mt. Carmel Rd., Dadeville, 256-234-7541

River of Life Worship Center 407 Hillabee St., Alex City, 256-329-9593

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guys in the Marine Police Unit, we are asking for the public’s help. It’s a familiar message, but we ask that you pay attention and know where you are on the water. Know where your life jacket is, know where your fire extinguisher is and that your vessel is properly equipped. Slow down and be aware of others on the water and remember that alcohol and boating do not mix. If you are going to be drinking either stay on the dock or make sure someone else is driving.” Budget cutbacks have meant that in recent years the Marine Unit has been forced to operate with a bare bones staff. Wind Creek State Park is the central district headquarters for Marine Police Unit. The district includes 32 counties and for nearly two years there were only six troopers to work the waterways in those 32 counties, which includes 14 bodies of water. Taylor was also cautiously optimistic that help is on the way for this overworked and understaffed unit. “We need to hire more troopers and marine police,” Taylor said. “We are looking to do that. The legislature has helped us with $3.3 million, which will allow us to hire 30 additional troopers and some of those will roll over to the marine side. It will take a little time, late July or August, but help is on the way.” Lt. Mark Fuller is one of the men tasked with keeping the waters of Lake Martin safe. He said early in the season one of the most common issues they face is simple things like expired registration, boats that have faulty equipment and unlicensed boat drivers. “There is no reason that anyone should put

a boat on the water that hasn’t been thoroughly checked out,” Fuller said. “From registration, lighting, floatation devices and fire extinguishers. Those are simple things, but you’d be surprised at the number of people who take a boat on the water without checking the first thing.” As the season progresses, Fuller said the issues change as well. “The most common and dangerous issue when boating in congested waters is an inexperienced operator,” said Fuller. “The inexperienced operator has a lot of concerns that he needs to adhere to. First and foremost, he should steer clear of other boats. By doing this he reduces the risk of a collision. By maintaining a safe distance he avoids creating a hazardous wake, which has the potential of capsizing another vessel or causing injury or death to passengers. The number one rule in boating is for the operator to always maintain a proper lookout. “Another potentially deadly issue is the combination of speed mixed with alcohol. Anytime there are numerous boats present, speeds should be reduced in order to safely navigate without risk of a collision. When you add alcohol to the mix, then judgment and decision making skills diminish significantly.” Chief Steve Thompson who oversees the Marine Patrol Division put the role of the men who patrol the waters in perspective. “We are blessed in Alabama to have abundant natural resources like our rivers and lakes,” Thompson said. “Our job is to see to it that everyone has a good time and that everyone gets home safely at the end of the day. If all of those things happen, then we have done our job.”

Mitch Sneed / The Record

ALEA’s Marine Patrol held a press conference Saturday to announce staffing increases and reiterate safety measures for locals using the lake for recreation.

Unemployment Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington said Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted March unemployment rate was 5.8 percent, down from February’s rate of 6.2 percent, and below March 2016’s rate of 5.9 percent. March’s rate represents 128,757 unemployed persons, compared to 136,667 in February and 128,478 in March 2016. March’s rate represents 2,080,139 employed persons, compared to 2,067,352 in February and 2,037,370 in March 2016. “I am encouraged to hear that nearly 13,000 more Alabamians have a job today than did in February. As we work to improve Alabama’s image, these figures are welcomed news, but they are just a start. I am honored that the first

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employment numbers announced during my administration are on the right side of the ledger,” said Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey. Washington said the statewide drop was good news on two fronts. “The month’s drop in the unemployment rate came about because more people entered the labor force looking for work, and most of them found it,” said Washington. “Thirteen thousand more people are working today in Alabama than last month and nearly 43,000 more are working now than in March of last year.” “We are also very close to reaching an employment milestone: a wage and salary employment figure of two million. We’re only 10,000 jobs away from reaching this goal, which hasn’t been met since June 2008 and has, in

fact, only been achieved 13 times over the past ten years.” Wage and salary employment increased in March by 8,500 to 1,990,000. Monthly gains were seen in the leisure and hospitality sector (+3,200), the professional and business services sector (+2,400), and the trade, transportation, and utilities sector (+1,700), among others. Over the year, wage and salary employment increased 28,500, with gains in the education and health services sector (+7,900), the manufacturing sector (+6,700), and the professional and business services sector (+6,000), among others. “Every county experienced a drop in their unemployment rate over the month, and 66 of our 67 counties saw their rates stay the same or decrease over the

year,” continued Washington. “All of the metropolitan statistical areas also saw their rates drop this month.” Counties with the lowest unemployment rates are: Shelby County at 4.0 percent, Elmore County at 4.4 percent, and Cullman County at 4.5 percent. Counties with the highest unemployment rates are: Wilcox County at 13.8 percent, Clarke and Greene Counties at 9.6 percent, and Lowndes County at 9.3 percent. Major cities with the lowest unemployment rates are: Vestavia Hills at 3.5 percent, Homewood at 3.7 percent, and Hoover at 3.8 percent. Major cities with the highest unemployment rates are: Selma and Prichard at 9.5 percent, Bessemer at 7.4 percent, and Anniston at 6.8 percent.

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one more safeguard to regulate the people who carried firearms outside their home,” Turner said. “Let’s face it, you can get a gun in a lot of different ways. People who buy them legitimately, they do go through a background check. “But with the current law, if a person is found to be carrying a gun without permit, this gives us a means to charge them and get the gun off the street. If you take that away, it removes another layer of protection against guns being in the wrong

hands.” Abbett said that another reason the current law is helpful to gun owners is that if they go to a bordering state, they have the right to carry through reciprocal agreements. Without that permit, they wouldn’t have the legal right to carry a concealed weapon. After its passage in the Senate, the bill was moved on to the House of Representatives where it is in committee and will likely be brought forward next week.

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Gov. Ivey’s call for special election shakes things up Primary Party voting

he decisive move by newly minted Gov. Kay Ivey to declare a special election for the Jeff Sessions’ Senate Seat this year rather than next year changes the entire complexion of who will sit in that coveted seat. It also redefines the landscape of an ever changing and pivotal Alabama political scene. This next year will be an adventure as we elect a Senator and concurrently the 2018 Governor’s Race will begin its evolution. We have already seen the downfall of a sitting governor this year and by Sept. 26 we will see the election of a new junior U.S. Senator. There is an assumption that only a Republican can win statewide office in Alabama and winning the GOP primary is tantamount to election. The decision by Gov. Ivey was the right decision. Most folks would assume that “forthwith” means this year rather than next year. It was also a wise political move by Ms. Ivey if she wants to run for a full term. Ivey’s calling for the special election for Sessions’ seat immediately could be the death knell for Luther Strange. By December, he may go from being the newest and tallest member of the U.S. Senate to

the shortest-serving senator in Alabama history. His defeat could be very inglorious and humiliating. With the election being this year, it will be the only show in town. It will be a spectacle. Every politician who is in any office can run without risking his or her current posts. In other words, everyone has a free shot. Therefore, it will be a free-for-all. Everyone will run against poor Big Luther and the Bentley taint. They will use their campaign resources to give you the unmitigated details of how Luther got put in that seat by ole Bentley. You will be told so many times that Bentley and Luther got together in a backroom with Rebekah and brokered a deal to sell Luther the Senate seat in return for Luther not prosecuting Bentley and Rebekah that you will know the story by heart. Luther will be as tarnished and feathered as ole Bentley. In about two weeks, when the Washington PACs see the polling that reveals Luther is in trouble, his campaign resources will be less than he expected and he may not be able to defend against the onslaught of negative ads. The question becomes who will be the early

seat. Therefore, he may bankroll another candidate through a super PAC. Rumor has it that he will get behind Del Marsh. Marsh has his own STEVE money also. However, FLOWERS he needs more money Columnist because he is totally frontrunners? Roy Moore unknown to Alabama enters as the favorite. His voters. evangelical base becomes I will keep you posted crystallized in a large on the developments. I do field. It will probably not know how many of reserve him a place in the these folks will join the Sept. 26 run-off. Who fray but this is how I will will be the other candidate handicap the horses at this in the runoff? It may time. very well not be Luther Jimmy Rane and Roy Strange. Moore are one and two. The U.S. Senate is a Other possibilities are select club. A cursory Congressman Robert look around the chamber Aderholt, Congressman reveals very wealthy Bradley Byrne, Luther people or celebrities. Strange, Secretary of Senate seats are bought State John Merrill, by wealthy individuals Congressman Mo in a good many cases. Brooks, State Auditor Jim We have some people in Ziegler, state Sen. Del Alabama who could very Marsh, Trump Trumpeter easily buy the Senate seat. Perry Hooper Jr., state The short period of Sen. Slade Blackwell, time that exists to raise state Sen. Trip Pittman, money for an Aug. 15 ADECA Director Jim election even further Byard, state Sen. Arthur enhances the advantage Orr and state Rep. Ed for someone who can self Henry. finance and write a big It will be a great show. check. The name on most See you next week. lists is the “Yella Fella,” Jimmy Rane. He would Steve Flowers is sell. He is a natural Alabama’s leading salesman. political columnist. His Folks close to Yella weekly column appears Fella get the feeling that in over 60 Alabama he does not want to go to newspapers. He served Washington at this time 16 years in the state in his life. However, he is legislature. Steve may adamant and determined be reached at www. that Luther Strange steveflowers.us. will not remain in the

bill passed by Senate

STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

A bill that would prevent voters from voting in a party runoff different than they voted for during the th primary cleared a hurdle earlier this week in the Alabama State Legislature. A Sen. Tom Whatley’s Senate Bill 108 passed the Alabama Senate on Tuesday by a vote of 25-7. A The T proposal is designed to prohibit voters from switching parties between primary elections and s primary runoff elections. p The law currently allows a voter to participate in one o party’s primary election then switch to another party during a primary runoff election. p Whatley said the plan will reduce the negative effects of cross-over voting, which occur when e members of a political party vote for a weak m opposition candidate in order to gain a more o favorable challenger in the general election. f “I believe this bill will strengthen democracy in Alabama by making sure each party has a strong A primary that results in the voters of that party getting p to t decide the winner, not outsiders looking to disrupt the th process,” Whatley, who represents a large portion of Tallapoosa County, said. “My view is that p Republicans should vote in Republican primaries R and a Democrats vote in Democratic primaries. This T bill helps ensure the integrity of our electoral process.” p Some studies have estimated that as many as 12 1 million Democratic voters cast a vote in a Republican primary during the 2016 election cycle. R This T accounted for nearly 38 percent of the total votes. v Under Whatley’s bill, voters would declare party affiliation ahead of primary voting and would be a required to vote only for their declared party during r the th ongoing voting period. The proposal now goes to the House of Representatives for consideration. R

Illegal alien charged with sex abuse of child By MITCH SNEED Editor

A 29-year-old illegal alien who has been living in Alexander City is in the Tallapoosa County Jail after he was Hernandez arrested by Alexander City Police for sexual abuse of a child. Officials confirmed

that Maximino DeJesus Hernandez, 29, was arrested last Tuesday, April 18 and charged with sexual abuse of a child under the age on 12 years old. Bond has been set at $300,000. Hernandez, who is also known as Elias Jesus Botello, remained in custody as of late Monday afternoon. “The charges stem from allegations that he had inappropriate sexual contact with a young girl who lived in the same apartment complex,” said Alexander City Police

Department Deputy Chief James Easterwood. “The case is still under investigation, but that’s about all we can release at this time.” According to the police report, Hernandez is in the country illegally. Easterwood said typically in such cases a hold is put on the individual by immigration officials until the case is resolved and then the subject is deported. Court records show that Hernandez has plead guilty to two counts of

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Ivey appoints Lyn Stuart as chief justice of Alabama Supreme Court STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

MONTGOMERY – On Wednesday, Roy Moore resigned as Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court. Upon notice of Moore’s resignation, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey appointed Associate Justice Lyn Stuart to permanently lead the state’s highest court. Chief Justice Stuart is the first female Republican Chief Justice in the history of the State of Alabama. “To ensure a continuity of leadership and a smooth transition that keeps the ship of state steady, I have appointed Justice Lyn Stuart as Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court,” Governor Ivey remarked. “Chief Justice Stuart has served with honor and integrity on the high court for more than 16 years. I look forward to working with her as she now leads the judicial branch of state government.” Chief Justice Lyn Stuart is a native of Atmore. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Auburn University with high honor in 1977 and her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Alabama in 1980. Her legal career includes stints as an assistant state attorney general, special assistant attorney general for the State Department of Corrections, and as an assistant district attorney for Baldwin County. Chief Justice Stuart was elected a district judge in 1988 and again in 1994. She was appointed a Circuit Court Judge in 1997 and was elected to the position in 1998. She has been elected three times to the Supreme Court, in 2000, 2006 and 2012. She has served as Acting Chief Justice since May 6, 2016. “I also thank Roy Moore for his years of public service to the people of Alabama and wish him the best in the next Submitted / The Record step of his journey,” Governor Ivey concluded. Following Roy Moore’s resignation as Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court, Gov. Kay Ivey appointed Associate Justice Lyn Stuart, Chief Justice Stuart’s appointment is effective right, to lead the state’s highest court. immediately.

Judge Young throws book at man convicted of sexual abuse of children By MITCH SNEED Editor

A man who as convicted of sexual abuse of a child and sodomy involving two young girls in 2013, was sentenced to 105 years in prison Tuesday by Fifth Judicial Circuit Williams Court Judge Tom Young. Henry Lemanns Williams, 42, was convicted after the two girls, who are now 14 and 16, gave graphic testimony about he touched them inappropriately and performed acts upon them. In one case a victim was drugged before Williams abused her and they testified that Williams hit them and threatened to kill them if they told anyone what he had done. District Attorney Jeremy Duerr read letters written by

the victims in the case that left no doubt to the pain he had inflicted on the girls. One victim, now 16, wrote: “What he did to me hurt me in so many ways. What he did to me left a scar that can never be erased. What he did to me will forever haunt me in my nightmares. …He ruined my life and he is the most disgusting person I have ever met. I hope he rots in hell for what he did to me and I hope he pays.” The other girl, now 14, said that she blames herself. “In this world, I have so many unanswered questions, like why did this happen to me?”…I am 14 years old and I have a long life ahead of me, to live with this guilt and shame on my chest.” Based on the facts of the case, the statements of the victims and the fact that Williams had three prior felony convictions including arson, Duerr asked young to go

outside the state’s suggested sentencing guidelines, which suggested between two and 20 years. After initially saying he had nothing to day as stood in shackles. Williams decided to speak up after the letters were read and tried to claim that witnesses in his defense never got subpoenas. “Judge a lot of things that should have come out in trial didn’t come out,” Williams said. I asked DHR to take (The victims) to the doctor and have them tested. If I had messed with the kids would I have done that? If they would have been tested, they would have know whether they had been abused or not. But they refused to do it. People that I put down as my witnesses, they was supposed to be subpoenaed to come to court and they say they didn’t get no subpoenas. I’m just saying.” Considering the letters, the graphic testimony that was witnessed at trial, Young wasn’t

buying Williams’ request for understanding and mercy “I was here on the bench during this whole trial and I heard these two young girls testify about things – horrible things that they shouldn’t have to talk about,” Young said. “I heard their words in these letters about the things you did to them and how they feel still today. When I hear their words – even from the victim who still says she loves you – she doesn’t say that you didn’t do it. She just said that you made her feel like it’s her fault. It is what it is. It’s just a disturbing case where the innocence was taken from these two young kids. Unfortunately, I can’t do anything to give that back to them. But I can do something about you.” With that, Young sentenced Williams to 45 years on the Class B felony and 60 years on the Class A felony and ordered that the time be served concurrently, one right after the

other. Under Alabama law, because the crime involved children under the age of 12, that time must be served day for day. Unless an appeal produces a change, that means that Williams, who is now 42 years old, will likely die in prison. Duerr said he hopes that the sentence sends a message to Williams and others, while allowing the victims to start the healing process. “You read those letters and hear them testify, describing the things that he did to them and you have no doubt that the sentence that was given by Judge Young was appropriate,” Duerr said. “This gives a measure justice for the young victims who will live with this for the rest of their lives. Hopefully they can get some peace now knowing that he won’t be able to do something like to anyone again.”

New Site accepting bids on surplus truck interested party. However, some of the parts had been taken from the truck to help repair other vehicles the town owned. “Anybody that wants to can submit a sealed FOR SALE: One slightly dinged up SUV that bid. We’ll be accepting bids on the vehicle until 4 once belonged to a drug dealer. Needs a little TLC, p.m. next Monday, May 1. All bids that have been but a this jewel can be yours if you are the highest received will then be opened during the council bidder. Inquire with the Town of New Site meeting at 5 p.m., and it’ll be given to the highest Does that sound like something for you? bidder,” Weddle said. For the past two years, a 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe According to Weddle, there is no minimum has been sitting by the roadside in New Site. Now, threshold that the bids must meet in order for the the town is looking to sell off the vehicle to any truck to be sold. interested party. “Anyone can bid any price they want,” he said. New Site Police Chief Philip Weddle said that For those who are interested in bidding on the the truck is a four-door, 4-wheel drive vehicle that Tahoe, but want to take a closer look at the truck was given to the town as a drug forfeiture in a before submitting their sealed bid, “Contact Town narcotics case several years ago. Upon receiving Hall, and we’ll make the vehicle available for the truck, the New Site Police Department used inspection,” Weddle explained. it some as a patrol vehicle until it was deemed As of approximately 10 a.m. yesterday, he inoperable and parked at its current location. said that no bids had been received at Town At the New Site Town Council meeting on Hall, leaving the field wide open for any and all April 17, the Tahoe was declared surplus by the interested parties. council, allowing them to put it up for sale to any By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

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hen you’re in journalism school, you learn that the natural progression of a sports reporter is to start by covering high school sports, then move on to college before advancing to the dream job of covering a professional team. But what they don’t tell you in journalism school is, there’s something magical about high school sports. The kids are fresh, growing talents; the coaches are eager to have their players recognized; and the parents and fans are a unique, dedicated group. If you ask me, I already do have the dream job. Earlier this week, I took over as sports editor at the Alexander City Outlook and Dadeville Record, and I couldn’t tell you how happy I am to be here. In just a week, I’ve learned that this community is welcoming and ready for great sports coverage of our local high school teams. And that’s what I plan to bring. I’ve also learned it’s quite a bit different than back home in Pennsylvania, so if I ask any stupid questions, bear with me. I’ll get the hang of it. Lastly, I’ve already been introduced to the importance of high school football in the Deep South, and I couldn’t be more ready. There’s something enchanting about football fields to me, and driving by the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex in Alex City made me certain I had landed in the right place. So now that I’ve learned a little about the community and the readers here, I want you to know a little bit more about me. I’m an open book and an open door. I want to know everything about sports in this community. Even if it seems like small tidbit of news, let me know; I’ll probably find it interesting. I’ve covered a variety of sports, from the usual suspects like football, softball and basketball to the more off-the-wall sports like disc golf, mountain biking and even squash. I’m always willing to learn about a new sport or up-and-coming interest in the area. I also am extremely passionate about reaching student-athletes on their level. One of the things you’ll quickly learn about me is I’m very active on social media; you can find coverage and updates about area sports on Facebook and Twitter as well as Snapchat and Instagram. I’m everywhere, and I want to know where you want me to be. If there’s some new, cool tool the kids are using I haven’t discovered, let me know. I’ll figure it out. Possibly most importantly, one of the biggest things I’ll be striving to accomplish is not only covering the biggest stories coming out of the area, but also finding those lesserknown kids who have interesting stories to tell. I want to know about the kids coming off an injury, or the JV players who get a chance at a varsity game and shine, or the athletes who do something great off the field for their community. Basically, if you know about it, tell me about it. My intention is to provide readers with in-depth, well-rounded and complete coverage of high school, recreation and community sports. I can be reached by phone and email, or via social media, and if you see me out and about, feel free to introduce yourself. I’ll be the Yankee saying “Y’all” just to try to fit in. Lizi Arbogast is the sports editor of The record. She can be reached at lizi.arbogast@alexcityoutlook. com, or by phone at 256-234-4281, ext. 228. She can be found on Twitter, Snapchat and Instagram at @liziarbogast.

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Reeltown quarterback Kolby Coan, far left, breaks away from the line of scrimmage during Tuesday’s spring football practice.

REELTOWN SHAKES OFF THE DUST ON DAY ONE By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

On the first day of spring football practice, the Reeltown Rebels donned full pads and helmets and were ready to go at it. “I’m trying to get that championship, that’s how I look at it,” said rising senior Rajerrian Wright said. “But really, we’re trying to get continued work and effort. If everybody’s putting in 100 percent worth of teamwork, you can do anything with a football team.” One thing that really stood out to coach Matt Johnson was that effort. Although he said the team was a bit rusty on Day 1, he was pleased with the team’s desire. “The effort is there, and they’re being very coachable,” Johnson said. “Day 1, we’re just knocking the dust off a little bit, so we’re rusty, but the kids are putting forth the effort. That’s all you can ask for on Day 1. I’m pleased with how they come out; we just gotta clean a few things up.” Like a normal Reeltown football practice, the Rebels started by doing drills. They worked with individual coaches on skill position drills before the team came together for full-on offensive and defensive schemes. “Just like teaching a classroom, you have more coaches with a smaller number, so you can get a lot more reps and get a lot more accomplished,” Johnson said. “Then you can come together and look at the whole scheme of things and work on your position.” Reeltown will be in the business

of replacing a lot of experience after graduating a large group of seniors. SPRING FOOTBALL Especially on the offensive and PRACTICE SCHEDULE defensive lines, the Rebels have work to do. “Everything’s good, but it could be The area’s schedule for spring football a little bit better,” said Wright, a nose practice is as follows: guard/defensive end and left guard. Benjamin Russell: Begins Monday, May “You can’t just come out and expect for 1; practices will be Monday, Tuesday and everybody to know what they’re going Thursday from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Spring to do on the first practice. We gotta find game against Valley on Friday, May 19 at out who can really maintain and be able 5:30 p.m. to play their positions when it comes Reeltown: Began Tuesday, April 25; game time.” practices will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Johnson said, “We got some Thursday the first week; Monday, experience in the backfield, still youth Wednesday and Thursday the second but a lot of experience, so we’re gonna week; and Monday, Tuesday and look to lean on them. Up front, we gotta Wednesday the final week; Spring game look to fill in some places that we’re at Troy University on Thursday, May 11. going to miss. That’s our focus because the ball game is gonna be won up front, Dadeville: Begins Tuesday, May 2; so we gotta get better there.” practices will be 3:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday While Johnson’s Rebels already and Thursday; Monday and Thursday the have areas that they’d like to improve, second week; and Tuesday through the most important thing about spring Thursday the final week; Squad game on practice is simply getting back in Friday, May 19. football mode. Horseshoe Bend: Began Monday, April This season, Reeltown will be playing 24; practices are Monday, Tuesday and a spring game against Goshen. The Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m.; Jamboree at teams will meet at 4 p.m. Saturday, May Jacksonville State University on Saturday, 11 at Troy University. May 13. “At the same time that you’re trying Central Coosa: Begins Tuesday, May 2; to get yourself better, you’re also practices will be Tuesday, Wednesday and worried about your opponent a little Thursday from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m.; bit,” Johnson said. “But these first two Scrimmage at Central Coosa on Saturday, weeks, we gotta worry about Reeltown. May 6 at 8 a.m.; Jamboree at Jacksonville We’re looking to get the guys acclimated State University on Saturday, May 13. to what we’re doing offensively and defensively, clean up a few things and try to find some diamonds in the get the excitement back up and get the rough in some area. We just want to momentum going into the summer.”

REBELS HEAD TO SECOND ROUND AFTER SWEEP came away with 7-2 and 11-1 victories over the Tigers. Shep Flurry led the offense with four total hits. He went 3-for-3 in the second game and After claiming 7-2 and 11-1 victories over drew a total of three walks. Joby Newman Samson in the opening round of the AHSAA and Cal Burton each had a pair of hits in Class 2A baseball playoffs, Reeltown will be the opener, and Trent Thrash sliced a pair of in for a challenge in Round 2. singles in the nightcap. On Friday, the Rebels head to J.U. “I feel like I could’ve done better,” Thrash Blacksher for a doubleheader starting at 3 admitted. “I’ve never hit the ball to rightfield p.m. An if-necessary game is scheduled for before, though, and tonight I did. My noon. teammates hit the ball real well.” “We haven’t played them in 10 or 12 years, Jones said, “We’ve been working real hard but I know they have a real quality club,” to hit the ball the other way. When we start Reeltown coach Mike Jones said. “They hitting the ball to rightfield real hard, they’re have a lot of speed and real good pitching. just going to start flipping to leftfield ‘cause Apparently, the play pretty good defense, so they’re going to start pitching us in. We knew it’s going to be a real good matchup between we had the potential to hit like that.” the two of us.” Defensive prowess was also on display, Jones said he hasn’t decided who will start especially in the opener, for Reeltown. The on the mound Friday, but expects it to be Tigers managed just six hits all night, and some combination of Cade Giddens and Joby Reeltown’s starting pitchers, Cade Giddens Newman, with work from Cole Flurry, Cal and Joby Newman, respectively, were backed Burton, Dylan Mask and Trent Thrash. up well by their defense. “All of them are good at what they do in a Catcher Cole Flurry had a pair of highlightsituation,” Jones said. “It depends on the team worthy plays, one of which was a pickoff at we play and the situation we’re in. We really third base and another was a popup catch just got two or three guys that can be the No. 1, so along the backstop fence. it really depends on who shows up.” “We just work hard every day on defense,” Through this week of practice, the Flurry said. “Coach pushes us to the limit to Rebels haven’t been changing much, per get things done, and I’m always full-throttle se, but they’ve been perfecting things like wide open. I was looking for the fence, but baserunning and being two-strike hitters. I was trying to keep the ball away from the After last week’s showing, Reeltown fence, too. (Our pitchers) were excellent. Cade should be feeling good about itself though. Giddens came out and blew it by them, really. Every Rebel starter got at least one hit in They couldn’t touch him really. Then Dillan the first-round doubleheader. Mask came in and did his job, put the nail in “We’ve had two or three guys that would the coffin.” hit like that, but not everybody on the same In the second game, Reeltown broke things page,” Jones said after Friday’s games. open in the top of the fifth inning. Trailing just “Really, tonight we had seven or eight guys all 5-1, it looked like it would be a quick frame doing the right thing at the right time.” for Samson’s defense. After two quick outs, The Rebels had 10 hits in both games, and By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

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Reeltown pitcher Joby Newman throws to the plate against Samson. though, all that changed. Pinch hitter Reed Hitter sliced a single before Landon Hunt nailed a home run over the left-field fence to keep the momentum rolling. “He was seeing the ball real well all night, you could just tell by the way he was missing it,” Jones said. “He just had to be patient and not try to do too much. He finally got his pitch and did what he was supposed to do. As far as raw power, he’s got it, but he just had to sit for his pitch.” Cole Flurry kept it going by reaching on an error, and Hayden Solomon drove him in with an RBI triple. Shep Flurry then drove in Solomon with a double of his own to keep the game out of reach for good. “Now we’re just taking it week to week,” Jones said. “The only thing you can ask for is to play next week. They believe in themselves, but at the same time, you gotta be fairly humble. It’s a humble game.”

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Dadeville FUMC welcomes Brother Michael Carver as new minister Historians Need Your Help: Local historians are in the process of raising money for an historical marker for Alabama Mills, Inc., Later Dan River, Hartwell, etc. The cost of the marker will be about $2,200. To make a donation of any amount, please make check to Judy Robinson Huff, 692 Robinson Road, Dadeville AL 36853. Thank you very much! Vidalia Onion News: Go to Lil Lambs N’ Ivy and see Peggy Bullard if you want to buy ten pounds of Vidalia onions for just $10! Questions? 256-825-9415. New Club Beginning Here: A CLUB OF Alabama Homemakers and Community Leaders is being organized! This group is derived from the Home Demonstration Clubs originally started in 1926 by the Auburn Extension Service with whom we still have a strong link. The focus of this group is to strengthen Alabama homes and families and membership is open to all! The next meeting will be Thursday, April 27 at Red Ridge United Methodist Church, 8091 Co. Road 34, Dadeville, at 10 a.m. We will be choosing a name for our club and electing leaders. Our program will be about recycling small batteries. Membership is open to all who are interested in learning and working with others to make our community better. Visit the state website: alhomemakers. club, or contact Nancy Curley at email: newcurley@gmail. com, 250-540-2192 for more information. Red Ridge Methodist Church News: Singles will

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enjoy a picnic this Friday night, April 27. We had a very successful response to the Resurrection Celebration Easter Cantata. Many visitors attended as well as our local church members. Thanks to everyone who made this event happen. This is one of many ways RR shares the Good News to win souls for Christ. The church mission is to cultivate and sustain a loving Christian family that makes a difference in the lives of our members and those in the community. A special thanks goes to the Hospitality Committee for the food provided for the Cantata. Many thanks to Beth and Dwayne Cox for bringing people from the nursing home to enjoy our service. The choir’s anthem Sunday will be “Be Thou My Vision.” United Methodist Women meet Monday at 11 a.m., Angel Doll Ministry Tuesday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Girls Ranch volunteers meet at the ranch at 3:30 p.m., Men’s Bible study Wednesday 7:30 a.m. You do not have to be a church member to attend, Women’s Bible study 9:30 a.m. and choir rehearsal 6 p.m. Friday always includes back pack delivery to children in Dadeville Elementary School to be enjoyed over the weekend when they are home. RR is located at 8091 County Road 34, Dadeville, 256-825-9820, redridgeumc. org., facebook and twitter.

Stillwaters Yacht Club News: The annual Stillwaters Yacht Club (SWYC) sponsored Blessing of the Fleet will take place on May 20 starting at 10:30 a.m. Members of SWYC, guests, and any public boaters are encouraged to meet in front of Harbor Pointe Marina with their boat (or riding in someone else’s boat) to participate in this ancient tradition. Decorated boats will add even more to the pageantry. Pastor Paul Messer of the Red Ridge United Methodist Church will offer the blessing. If you want to attend but do not have a boat, contact a board member and they will set you up with a ride. A $5 donation is suggested and is provided to a local charity. The best way to make this a successful event is through word of mouth, so please tell all of your boating friends they are welcome to join in this Blessing with us. If you have any questions contact Bob Hunt, SWYC Power Fleet Captain, at 706587-2166. Wellness Center News: We are so proud of all of those who have committed to healthier lifestyles for this year! We can help you reach your goals, whether it is a short term or long term goal. We have a wonderful staff who can help you with your fitness needs. Call us today for more information at (256) 825 – 2304 or come by and visit! We are open Monday – Friday 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. 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. For questions, call Betsy at 256-825-3985. First Presbyterian Church News: We are having a big yard sale on the first weekend in May! Get ready! I really enjoyed attending the service at the First Presbyterian last Sunday. Rev. Ben’s sermon was titled “Reach Out and Touch” with scriptures from Psalm 16, 1 Peter and John 20. Some of our members performed a SKIT for Easter: Sandy Crosslin, Betty Martin, Nina Johnson, and Dawn Brasell, with David Crosslin narrating. It was lovely and put us in a spiritual mood. It was titled “Eastertide Creeds and Confessions of Faith.” Rev. Ben’s sermon was titled “Reach Out and Touch”, with scriptures from Psalm 16, 1 Peter and John 20. In the scriptures, Thomas responded to Jesus saying “My Lord, My Lord” as he touched Jesus. It reminded Rev. Ben of the song from 1970, sung by Diana Ross, titled “Reach Out and Touch Someone’s hand.” While working on his sermon, Rev. Ben remembered a story from his friends: Fred Craddock and his wife were at a beautiful restaurant in the Smokey Mountains, “The Black Bear Inn.” The gentleman asked Fred questions and was very friendly. He said “You’re a child of God. Go Claim your inheritance.” Come join us at the First Presbyterian, and Rev. Ben will make you feel most welcome! First United Methodist Church News: We have a new Minister coming in July, Brother Michael Cavter! Rev. Michael Carver comes

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FAIR: The Alexander City Kiwanis Club is hosting a fair at the Sportplex April 26-30.

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LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS: The Wetumpka Depot Players are presenting ‘Last of the Red Hot Lovers” April 27-29,May 4-7 and May 11-13. All shows start at 7:30 p.m. The May 7 show will start at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance at wetumpkadepot.com or email at kmeanor@wtumpkadepot.com and $15 at the door.

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5K RUN: The 5K Spring Sprint benefitting the Central Alabama Community College Ambassador Scholarship Program and Community Service activities will be April 29 at 7:45 a.m at Horseshoe Bend National Military Park with registration at 7:15 a.m. The registration deadline is April 14 and registration fee is $25. For more information contact CACC at 256-215-4415 or email hhamby@cacc.edu. PASTOR ANNIVERSARY: The 50th anniversary for Pastor Ida Ruth Meadows will be Saturday, April 29 at 2 p.m. at the Dadeville Recreation Center. The speaker will be Apostle Alton Burris from Fitzgerald, Georgia. MULE DAY: The Weogufka

Center is hosting its annual Mule Day Saturday, April 29 starting at 6:30 a.m. A sausage biscuit breakfast is available from 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Events and activities include plowing demonstrations, buggy rides, trail rides, antique car and truck show, The Train Man Mr. Robert Pearson, vendors, the history room, concessions, camper sites, and more. Vendor booths are available for $20 each. For more information call Melvin Palmer at 256-249-8886 or Bobby Ezekiel at 256-626-2556 or visit www.weogufkacenter.org or the Facebook page Wegufka Center. DRUG TAKE BACK: There will be a drug take back event at Walgreens of Alexander City Saturday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prescription and over the counter drugs are eligible. Law enforcement officials will be on hand to accept medications. CHARITY WALK: The Central Alabama Club Sarcoidosis Foundation one mile walk will be Saturday, April 29 at 9 a.m. at the Cooper Community Center Park with games, music and food. Wear you church or favorite charity t-shirt. YARD SALE: The Radney Elementary School Drama Club is hosting a yard sale fundraiser Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Radney Cafeteria with proceeds going to the Radney Drama Club.

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SINGSPIRATION: The Pentecostals of Dadeville are hosting Singspiration Sunday, April 30 at 10 a.m. The church is located at 2392 Eagle Circle in Jacksons Gap. It is part of the church’s 5th Sunday Celebrations with gospel singing, teaching, preaching, fellowship and food. FAMILY FRIENDS AND SINNERS PROGRAM: Corinth Baptist Church in Kellyton is giving a family friends and sinners program Sunday, April 30 at 6 p.m.

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MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have their Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday May 3 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and a small donation.

May 4

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: The Hackneyville Community will sponsor its Second Annual National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 4 at 10 a.m. at the Hackneyville Community Center on Highway 63 North. All are welcome. For more information contact Leslie Payne at 256-839-1235. NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: The Alexander City Area Ministerial Association is sponsoring the National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 4 from noon to 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Sanctuary. SPRING CONCERT: The Benjamin Russell High School Choirs will present their spring concert Thursday, May 4. TRI-COUNTY CAC FUNDRAISER: Tri-County Children’s Advocacy Center is sponsoring Paint the Positive, support the healing of abused and neglected children Thursday, May 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the E. Paul Jones Barn at 1273 Halliana Road in Alexander City. Wine and Hors D’oeuvres will be served and door prizes will be awards. Tickets are $40 and are available at the door or by call the center at 256-825-0094. All proceeds go to the Tri-County Child Advocacy Center. CHICK-FIL-A LUNCH: Meals on Wheels of Alexander City is having a Chick-fil-a lunch fundraiser May 4 that will be delivered to your business. Orders need to be placed by May 1 by calling Helen Brock at

Today’s Birthdays

Chloe McMichen, Morgan Culberson, Harold Ingram, Sylvia Stokes, Jimmy Whitman, Nelson Whitman and Christine Johnston are celebrating their birthdays today. the event. There will also be craft vendors and activities for all ages.

May 6

CAR WASH: The Pine Ridge Mission Team will have a car wash at Arby’s on Saturday, May 6 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The proceeds will help get our team to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and provide VBS and community outreach to the residents of Wounded Knee, South Dakota. BENEFIT: Mt. Lovely Baptist Church is hosting a benefit program for Edward Lee and Diane Carraker May 6 at 6 p.m. Rev. Bernard Harris is pastor.

May 7

USHER PROGRAM: The Early Rose District Usher’s Special Effort Program will be May 7 at 2:30 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center. Rev. Develkio A. Wilson is the guest speaker. All churches are invited. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: New Site Methodist Church is celebrating 161 years on ministry Sunday, May 7 beginning with worship and praise service at 10:45 a.m. Fellowship meal to follow. Brother Doc Shell is the guest speaker. Pastor Mike Stonbraker invites friends and former members to attend.

May 13

BASS BASH: The Tallapoosa Bass Bash will be May 13 starting at 6 a.m. on the Tallapoosa River. to benefit the Opelika/Auburn chapter of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing. Prizes will be awarded for best three fish length in conventional and fly rod divisions. MUSIC FESTIVAL: The Ashland Fun Days Music Festival will be My 13 from noon to 8 p.m. The festival will feature local artists including Terry Robbins, Kevin Moon, Argie Darnell, Rocky the Sax Player with Barry Butler, Tony Jones, Big Sexy and the Twins, Bryan Carter and Friends, Tommy Sellers and more. Party with Rebel will be headlining

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to us having served the past five years at Taylor Memorial United Methodist. Michael grew up in Corner, Alabama and is a graduate of Samford University and Memphis Theological Seminary. He was an ER charge nurse for several years at BMC Princeton in Birmingham before accepting God’s call to full-time pastoral ministry in 1994. He and his family have served several churches in our conference since 1995, including Brilliant/Mt. Pisgah UMC, Trussville 1st UMC (associate), Carbon Hill UMC, Blountsville UMC, and Randall’s Chapel UMC in Scottsboro. Brother Michael has been active in Emmaus and Kairos ministries, as well as in foreign mission trips to Honduras and Cuba. He has a heart for missions, firmly believing we are to reach out beyond our walls to share the love of Christ with the community, both locally and globally. Brother Michael and his wife, Pam, have three adult children in college at UAB. Their daughter, Christen, graduates this semester. Their son, Kenneth, is a junior, and their youngest, John, is a freshman. Pam is an Adult Nurse Practitioner, and assistant professor of nursing at Samford University. In the meantime, please come see us at the FUMC in Dadeville, and Rev. William Brown will make you feel most welcome!

May 14

SOLIDARITY DAY: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a solidarity day May 14 at 11 a.m. Edward Milner is pastor and all churches are invited.

May 18

ARTS ASSOCIATION: The Artists Association of Central Alabama will travel to the Birmingham Museum May 18. There will be a car pool by meeting at the Sportplex Senior Center at 8 a.m.

May 20

COMMUNITY PRAYER: The Darian Missionary Baptist Church family and prayer team are offering prayer to the community May 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot on the corner of Laurel and E streets across from Stephens School. SPRING FESTIVAL: Union Volunteer Fire and Rescue (UVF&R) will host its 35th Annual Spring Festival on May 20th 2017 at Fire Station #1, 5171 Hwy 50 near Dadeville at Lake Martin. The Festival is the department’s premiere fundraiser and will feature a wide variety of arts and craft booths and household items for sale. The Festival will also present live local musician, “River Dan”, a Military Working Dog Demonstration, BBQ plates for sale, children’s games and other activities designed for the entire family. The keynote event is a cash raffle that has awarded thousands in cash prizes. Tickets are available for a $20 donation. For individuals interested in renting a booth, cost is only $10 for a 10x10 space. If you have questions, would like to rent a booth or obtain raffle tickets, please contact Kurt Pfitzner, Director, Community Outreach, UVF&R, at 334-233-9852.

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HERITAGE SOUTH: The Comers and the Avondale employees started heritage South Credit Union in 1937. Heritage south offers all financial products and services from savings, checking accounts, loans, and all electronic products We want to get to know our members and offer them personalized service. We feel that our team is more than just employees, but members of our family team who helps our members daily through professional yet personal service. CEO of Heritage South Credit Union Jamie Payton says her journey with the credit union began at a young age. “As an employee of Avondale Mills in the early 70’s, my dad was a member of the credit union,” Payton said. “I always loved to visit the credit union with my parents as it was always a treat to visit and take home a credit union pen. After I graduated and began looking for a job, my mom mentioned applying at the Credit Union. I took my mom’s advice and sent in a resume. I interviewed with soon to be retiring, long time CEO, Hugh Bazemore and the incoming new CEO, Rhonda Dukes in late 1989. I was given a great opportunity to work with some amazing people over the years and work my way through the different departments.” HSCU is always looking for new and improved products and services for our members as well as new areas for locations

Your community credit union for 80 years to grow. We are currently under construction in Alexander City and look forward to servicing our current members there as well as earn some new members. We have a wonderful staff of majority local people. “As we move into a new area, we try to find employees from that area that know the people and the area to bring a familiar face to the members with a Heritage South feel,” Payton said.” We always try to find staff who fit well with our mission statement.” Our goal at HSCU is to be the premier financial institution in the markets in which we operate. We shall create and deliver quality financial products and services to our members. We will strive to provide employees with a stimulating and challenging work environment that encourages, develops and rewards excellence. We will maximize value to our membership in loan rates, deposit rates, products and excellent member service. Just as HSCU likes to employ local people, we feel that the area around you needs our support and yours. “I have a strong belief in the local small business,” Payton said. “It is beneficial to us all to support our area even if it means paying a little more sometimes to keep the money in our local economy. We want to have a strong economic impact on our area and support local every chance we can.”

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Clayton Homes of Anniston opened its manufacturing home business in 2005. Although the styles and sizes of manufactured homes have changed greatly in the past 12 years, their dedication to making each home a one of a kind true home for every family has not changed. Depending on your needs, Clayton Homes has manufactured homes of all sizes and prices, from single wides to triple wides, perfect for a business office or a family home. “I have been in the business of helping families find their perfect homes for 20 years,” said Lori Taunton. “I had a good friend open a lot in Sylacauga years back. I started there and worked with them for about eight years before moving on with Clayton Homes. That was 12 years ago and we have kept growing ever since.” Clayton Homes is always changing up the inventory and growing with the times. We love having community involvement and making our job so much fun. We are currently planning our summer promos, parties and giveaways for customers to come look at our newest home selection while enjoying some festivities. Our sales staff is always eager to help you find a new home. Mickey, Bobby, Johnny and Bart are the foundation of our awesome sales team and know how to work with any budget and style to fit your life. You will find Clint, Clayton Homes general manager, and Lori, assistant manager, working hard behind the scenes holding down the office and making sure all the financing, set ups and last minute details get taken care of. While Clayton Homes of Anniston is located in Anniston, there are actually 400 stores nationwide. The Anniston location has been named #1 dealer in the Southeast. This is because their customer service, attention to detail and dedication to making all of Alabama their hometown community goes hand in hand with their huge selection of homes to choose from.

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TowBoatU.S.:

TowBoatU.S. is a family owned and operated marine towing and salvage business that provides around the clock service to the Lake Martin and Smith Lake communities. Not only do they provide on water assistance, such as towing, battery jumps, fuel delivery and ungroundings, they also provide salvage work. They have the expertise and equipment to refloat sunken vessels and most recently an SUV that ended up 100 feet under water. Husband and wife duo, Jackson and Nicki Dozier, started the business in January 2012 with just one boat on Lake Martin. Since then they have expanded their business to include a fleet of four boats and have seven employees who help them service Lake Martin and Smith Lake boaters. While Jackson and his captains spend a majority of their time on the water and maintaining their fleet, Nicki and her staff handle the day to day office responsibilities, advertising and marketing duties. Jackson was born and raised in Alexander City spending his summers growing up on the Lake. After college he moved away to ¬¬work as a Captain on a live aboard dive vessel in the Bahamas. A chance phone call took him to Alaska for work where he met his wife. The couple took a two year break from Alaska and found themselves living in Florida for a couple of years. That is when they became familiar with the on water towing business. Jackson worked for TowBoatU.S. Palm Beach and that is how the idea for the ser-

Marine towing and salvage business services Lake Martin and Smith Lake community

vice for Lake Martin came from. “We thought it would be a great benefit to the Lake Martin area to have this service. At the time we were not quite through with Alaska so we decided to move back and put the idea on hold,” he said. It wasn’t until the couple had their first daughter, Morgan, that they decided it was time to move back to Lake Martin to start their business and raise their family on the lake. In five short years, not only has their business expanded so has their family. They now have 2 daughters, Morgan age 5 and Maddox age 2 and son Jack age 1. Their business provides 24 hour year-round service to the boating community. The phones are always on and they always have someone standing by to help whether it is 2pm or midnight. Jackson is a salvage master, a certified diver and has been a licensed boat captain for more than 18 years. He has traveled all over Alabama and further doing salvage and recovery. He spent more than a month in New Jersey after hurricane Sandy helping with cleaning up all the marinas and boats that were destroyed and sank. “We tow boats in need and also have the experience and equipment to do salvage work,” said Jackson. “We can refloat sunken boats.” The Doziers said one thing that stands out between them and their competitors is their customer service. “We pride ourselves with our excellent customer service,” the Doziers said. “We are always avail-

able and personally answer all of the calls that come in. We provide fast and friendly customer service because we care.” “We are always expanding and improving our fleet and staff as needed. From the motors to the boats, we want to maintain top quality equipment so we can service our community in the very best way possible. All of our captains are very well trained, always professional and kind and just like ourselves, are held to very high standards,” Jackson said. The Doziers said they support shopping local because local businesses and people are the lifeline of any business relationship. “We could not survive without local support of people buying memberships and calling us when they need a tow,” said the Doziers. “In return you will see us spending our money locally to keep it moving forward. We buy our motors and parts for our boats right here locally instead of ordering anything from a company outside of our community even if it would be cheaper. We not only shop locally, but we also give back to the community through donating memberships annually to fundraisers, as well as volunteering our paid staff and our personal time for many local events like Renew Our Rivers and Paddle For a Purpose. Our TowBoatU.S membership is only $72 a year. Through our business membership, the community supports our business and family and in return we can support the community by being there to help them when they need us.”

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Big B Bar B Que:

Barbecue lovers in Alexander City have had a staple on their menu since 1978 – Big B BBQ. The restaurant was founded by Steve Gibson and has been run by his son Damien Gibson for almost 20 years now. The restaurant has been in business for 39 years. Big B provides a family atmosphere and laid back dining with incredible food. The menu includes BBQ, hamburgers and everything from fried catfish to hand cut ribeyes. The menu also includes a full compliment of appetizers. “We believe that good ingredients will make for good food.” Big B also has catering. “We are the oldest family ran restaurant in the area with a great staff that has been with us for years. Teresa Thomas has been here over 20 years with several other employees having been with us for over 10 years.” Rossi Allen is the kitchen manager and Rebecca Dobbs

is the Dining Room manager. Both Allen and Dobbs have been on the staff at Big B for almost a decade. Big B may have started in 1978 but founder Steve Gibson was already in the restaurant business managing Pizza Hut. Big B is always adding new menu items and one day hopes to add a drive thru. Big B tries to help other local businesses and supports local sports teams and other civic groups. They believe that the community has been good to them, so they want to support the community any way that they can. Over the years the business has grown. In the beginning, the restaurant could only accommodate 30 diners, but today features seating for 150 customers. “We shop local whenever we can. All of our tomatoes that we use are locally grown. We buy locally grown vegetables whenever we can.”

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SATTERFIELD INC.

A one-stop shop for your biggest outdoor needs Founded in 1945, Satterfield Inc., is an industrial distribution center located in Alexander City. Owned by Joe and Ricky Robinson, its retail store has been servicing the Lake Martin and surrounding areas for more than 25 years. Locally owned and operated, Satterfield offers a wide variety of products and offers customers extensive product knowledge. With brands such as Shindiawa, Echo, Husqvarna and Scag, Satterfield offers the best in outdoor power equipment. Satterfield also stocks Engel coolers, safety supplies and related items. There have been some changes at Satterfield that has allowed it to add more items. “We expanded and began selling gas grills and outdoor kitchen islands,” Ricky Robinson said. “Our selection of gas grills includes Big Green Egg, Blaze, Lynx, Sedona and Saber. We also offer a wide variety of welding and industrial supplies, as well as Lincoln, Makita and Miller welders.” Satterfield’s dedicated and loyal employees are like family. “We care about this business and its customers,” Robinson said. “Shopping local helps support the local economy and your fellow community members. It is very important that we all support each other so we all can prosper.”

I followed the footsteps of my late grandfather, attorney Charles Reynolds, who was the force behind me attending law school. I graduated from Mississippi College Mason School of Law in Jackson, Mississippi, in 2006. Upon completing Mississippi, Virginia, and Alabama bar exams, my heart led me back to Alabama, and ultimately to open my office in Alexander City in 2008. My Firm focuses on bankruptcy and social security disability law. My desire to practice in Alexander City is further attributed to continuing my grandfather’s legacy of practicing bankruptcy law in addition to serving the people of Tallapoosa County and surrounding counties. It is very rewarding to assist the people in the Lake Martin area. While many consider my office a “boutique law firm,” I offer my cli-

ents the same services afforded by larger bankruptcy and social disability law firms. My clients come FIRST, and I take pride in providing my clients with one-on-one attention from intake to the conclusion of their case. While in many aspects my job is simple, it is also very complex: to fight for my client. Whether it’s fighting for the rights of my clients to receive their social security benefits or fighting for clients to receive relief from debt collectors, that’s my job and I take it very seriously. Even though I am licensed to practice law in Alabama, Mississippi and Virginia; Alexander City, Alabama, is my home. It is here that God has led me to fulfill His will in serving the people of this area, and I am excited for the direction that the City is moving towards. As President of the Tallapoosa County Bar Association, I am also very proud of our local bar members and would like to encourage all citizens to consider retaining local attorneys.

LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS

Jack of all trades: Daniel Yates and Lynn Patterson are two people who have made a habit of seeing what’s needed right here in the Lake region and investing in those needs both financially and with hard work. The business partners now own a number of diverse enterprises: Playhouse Cinema, Huddle House, Movie Rack, Who’s Diner, Buck’s, Kona Ice and Papa John’s, all located in Alexander City. The local entrepreneurs and restaurateurs Yates and Patterson purchased Buck’s in 2014. Yates said he, and Patterson in particular, just couldn’t stand to see the historic restaurant close its doors. “(Patterson) lives out that way and couldn’t stand the thought of Buck’s being bought and turned into anything else,” Yates said. “Buck’s is an icon in the community – a tradition. We definitely have our hands full, but we wanted to keep it going because there are so many good loyal customers. We wanted to keep it open for them and for the community.” Yates says that the old adage “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it” was taken to heart when reopening the historic eatery. “Paul Daniel had a lot of loyal customers,” Yates said. “We are happy to keep the tradition going.” The store’s hours are Tuesday - Sunday 10:30 a.m – 9 p.m. Who’s Diner was founded in 2012 and sits at the intersection of Highways 280 and 22 and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Its hours are Sunday-Thursday, 6 a.m.- 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. -10 p.m. Weekly combo specials are offered. The “Big Who” Burger is fast making a name for itself, as is the Philly Cheesesteak. The omelets, hashbrowns and breakfast sandwiches are bringing in the masses. Homemade cakes, baked by Who’s employee Nira, rest invitingly on the counter and are available by the slice and locals can place orders for whole cake. “Our biggest thing is we try to support to community – they support us – and we want to invest back into it,” Yates said. “We appreciate every customer we have because if it weren’t for them, we wouldn’t be in business.” Yates and Patterson’s more recent acquisition of Papa John’s in 2016 adds more to their plates, but still serves as a means to give back to the local community. The Papa Johns location offers takeout and deliver, online ordering and a reward points program. But most importantly each of the businesses are proud supporters of area schools, athletics, community events and organizations. The owners give a big investment into building the local economy and coming full circle not only as business owners, but as patrons themselves in the local community. “When you shop local, you’re putting money back into the community. Local business owners are then able to provide jobs for entrepreneurs,” said Yates. “We are locally owned and operated. Without the community, we wouldn’t be here.”

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Holman Floor Company was founded in 1965 by Dawson Holman Sr. and his wife Edith, and passed down to Dawson “Bubba” Holman Jr. and his wife Nancy. The founder’s granddaughter and her husband, Buffie and Neal Watts, operate the company today and focus on a high level of customer service and support. “Bubba Holman, Buffie’s dad and previous owner, always conducted business by treating his customers right,” Neal said. “He gave them a fair price and always made sure they were satisfied with the product and service equally. Bubba was also always willing to help when a need arose in the community.” Buffie and Neal strive to do business the same way. The owners and staff of Holman Floor Company are experts in the flooring business. From the installation of hardwood flooring, carpet, tile and natural stone to refinishing existing hardwood floors, Holman Floor Company is hands down the most trusted name in flooring in the area. The company has helped commercial and residential clients for almost 50 years with their mission to “offer the highest quality products and design, delivery and installation services to our customers day in and day out.” Personalized service is key for Holman Floor Company. According to current owners, Neal and Buffie Watts, “We walk our customers through the floor-buying process and educate them on our

product offering so they are able to make an informed choice based on what their top priorities are in flooring. We become more a partner than a supplier, and pay a great deal of attention to customer service just like ‘the good old days.’” The customer’s satisfaction is crucial, Neal said, because a satisfied customer is a life-long customer. The Watts are third-generation owners. Holman Floor Company was incorporated in 1988 and as lifelong residents, they are proud to call Tallapoosa County home. As the parents of three very active children, the Watts said they understand the needs of the community’s schools, churches, after-school activities and organizations. “All of the local businesses give back tremendously to see that our children succeed and shopping locally is the driving force to the area’s success,” the owners said. Shopping locally, rather than a major chain, means “you are more likely to get your questions or concerns answered in a timely manner and you know exactly where to go if you need to speak with the owner.” “There is a much higher level of accountability from a local business,” says Neal. “Local owners know their business depends on repeat customers and they are counting on completing the job in exactly the way it was contracted. Not to mention the fact that in a small town word travels fast. We like for that word to be a good one.”

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On any given day, you’ll see one of A&M Plumbing’s logos all over town. Owners Mark and Melissa Ray said they understand what it takes to maintain a quality business.

A&M Plumbing: One sure way to measure the success of a service-based business is to look at longevity and growth, Judging from those factors, A&M Plumbing is as successful as they come. The company began nearly three decades ago as a one-man operation and now employs 11, making more than 40 service calls each week covering Tallapoosa, Coosa, Elmore and Lee counties. The businesses is locally owned and operated by Mark and Melissa Ray. Mark began plumbing at age 21 for Newman Plumbing. Even at that time, he knew he wanted to start his own business. After working in the field and making all the necessary plans, A&M Plumbing was born. The business provides a wide array of services, including maintenance, repair and replacement of water heaters, toilets, faucets tubs and showers. They will also work on water and drainage systems, gas line installations and septic system maintenance, upgrades and repair, and much more. Mark says his employees are what make A&M Plumbing

Company has more than two decades of quality service to all of its customers

stand out from the competition. “From the owner to each and every employee, we take great pride in what we do,” Mark said. “We work vigorously every single day on professional and personal development. We are trained three times a week on a local level and twice a year at a national level.” Mark said all employees must pass background checks and drug tests in order to become part of the A&M Plumbing team. “We simply do not sit idly by,” Mark said. “Our entire team is constantly thinking ahead to come up with more cost effective ways or products to help our clients.” Investing in their employees helps A&M Plumbing provide the best possible level of service. “A&M Plumbing does everything we can to continuously help our employees improve themselves personally and professionally,” Mark said. “We have practically no turnover, so with numerous years of training, we feel we have one of the best work forces in the area.” A&M Plumbing offers unparalleled warranties and

guarantees with a full one year client satisfaction guarantee and warranties from two years to lifetime warranties available. The business also stocks and sells many plumbing products. “We carry a variety of products formulated to clean and maintain residential and commercial drainage systems,” Mark said. “We only offer non-toxic, non-corrosive products to make your home or office run as efficiently and healthy as possible. We also stock water conditioning systems, the most economical and natural way to ensure you are using the cleanest tap water in your home. Visit our website or stop in our showroom to see our commercial and residential line of faucets, some with warranties for 100 years!” A&M Plumbing can be found on the web at http://www. amplumbing.net Also subscribe to A&M’s monthly online newsletter at http://www.amplumbing.comfort-tips.com/ Visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/amplumbingllc

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TALLAPOOSA FORD

Servicing your automobile needs for more than 30 years

Tallapoosa Ford is a family owned business that has been serving the community for more than 30 years. Located in Alexander City at 1551 Highway 280, the dealership is just minutes from beautiful Lake Martin. Tallapoosa Ford was founded by Michael Smith in 1974 on the Dadeville Highway. As the business grew, it relocated to its present location in 1998 where it has continued to thrive. In 2005, Mike Smith was joined by his son Jeff Smith, who owns and operates the business today. “Tallapoosa Ford provides repair and routine maintenance for Ford and Lincoln models,” Smith said. “We also have a

fully stocked parts department. We have competitive pricing on all of our new and used vehicles and if you don’t see what you are looking for on the lot – we will get it for you.” For Smith, Tallapoosa Ford was a chance to carry on a family business. In 2005, he sold his glass business in Birmingham and moved to Alexander City to join his father at the dealership. In 2012, his father turned the business over to him.” If there is one thing that sets Tallapoosa Ford apart, Smith said, it is his staff. “Our sales consultants are non-commission-based making it better for us to successfully serve our customers,” Smith

said. “And since we are a family business, we have longstanding employees who will go the extra mile whether you are buying a car or just dropping by to purchase a part.” The staff also has helped create a “small town atmosphere with the low big city prices.” Smith said that his staff is customer driven.

“Each individual strives to do their job to the best of their ability,” he said. “They’re always willing to help where they are needed. They focus on the customer’s satisfaction. Everyone maintains a positive attitude, making Tallapoosa Ford a friendly and comfortable place to do business. Our staff is more than just employees

they’re family.” Smith said shopping local is important to him not only because it adds back to our tax base, but because it’s money that is put back into our schools which our children attend. “Businesses cannot support our community without our community supporting them.”

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A Family Heritage To say that Nationwide Insurance - The Daughtry Agency is proud to be a part of the community is an understatement. Owners, Mark and Stephanie Daughtry, consider it a privilege to live and work among such great people, and credit Stephanie’s mother, who began working as a Nationwide agent in 1982, for much of their success. Founding owner Mary L. Parker came from humble Mary Parker and Stephanie Daughtry beginnings, and in addition to being honestly, most of the time she was right, one of eight children, moved more than but she was always there for me! She ena dozen times throughout her childhood. courages me to pray for God’s guidance According to Stephanie, the life that was and direction in everything. She is my given to her by her parents was very difbiggest cheerleader to this day.” ferent from their upbringing. Determined Mary’s other children have followed to succeed and provide a good life for her in their mother’s footsteps as well. Ricky family, Mary opened Small World of FabGoss (Rick’s Auto Sales) and Vickey rics in Perryville in 1972 offering sewing Sims (Hair Designs) both own their own lessons to women in the community. By businesses and Amanda Dobson is a 1974, Mary had opened a second location registered nurse specializing in Nuclear in Alexander City, followed by a third in Medicine. Sylacauga in 1975 and a fourth in MontFriend and realtor, Amanda Scroggins gomery in 1976. says Mary has always been an inspiration After many years in the sewing to her. She recalls sitting in her class business, Mary began working in real thinking, “What an amazing woman! estate where she had a successful career As time went on she was not only one with Lowder and Don Sawyer Realty in of the ¿rst women in Alexander City to Montgomery. Years later, however, she own her on business, but she practically was drawn back to Alexander City where started her own chain.” Amanda admires she launched what was to be a successful Mary as a woman who wore many hats. twenty-two year career with Nationwide According to Amanda, “Mary’s faith and Insurance. As the only women agent in strong determination to succeed helped the area during this time, she succeeded her accomplish something most working once again, winning multiple rewards and women, during that time, could not do. trips before making the decision to retire. She was a self employed woman ‘till the As Mary neared retirement, Mark day she retired.” Amanda said, “You Daughtry, Stephanie’s husband, interhave teachers throughout life that really viewed with Nationwide Insurance for the make a difference, and Mary is one of agent position. When Mark was awarded them!” Not only did Amanda admire the job, he and Stephanie moved home her accomplishments, they had a kindred and began the life they enjoy today! It spirit. “Little did we know our daughters was a welcome career move that brought would be best friends throughout childthem back to the family and hometown hood and to this day!!” that Stephanie always held dear to her Following the same work ethic and heart. values as Mary, The Daughtry Agency Mark and Stephanie are now headhas now expanded to multiple cities and ed into the thirty-fourth year of family continues to offer customer service that owned business. This path has been is second to none with a wide range of a wonderful heritage that they plan to insurance products including business, continue for decades to come. Stephafarm, auto, home and life. Nationwide nie knows that her mother’s hard work, provides coverage through A+ companies long hours and determination began a with advice that can be trusted and strives long-term career for her own family. She to do things right the ¿rst time! Our credits Mary for her own ambition, work customers are our top priority and that ethic, morals and above all, faith in God. is lesson that has been taught over two “My mother has supported me through generations now. Please drop in and meet every decision I have made in life. She the faces behind the jingle….Nationwide may not have always agreed with me, and Is On Your Side!

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IN-HOME CARE SERVICES

For elderly and disabled individuals needing assistance with activities of daily living.

Homemaking... Personal Care... Companionship Our goal is to keep our clients as active as possible in their own homes to promote overall health and well being. With our personally tailored care plans, you will receive the individual care you need with the dignity and respect you deserve. LAKE MARTIN INNOVATION CENTER 175 ALIANT PARKWAY • ALEXANDER CITY, AL • (256) 414-6090

SCOTTY GORDON FARMERS INSURANCE: Agency proves to be a small business with a big heart Scotty Gordon Farmers Insurance Agency, located at 153 Alabama Street in Alexander City, is a full-service agency that can meet all of your personal or family needs in auto, home and life insurance as well as commercial insurance. Founded in 1998, the agency offers insurance products that can make sure that whether you need standard options or specialty coverage for boats, motorcycles or recreational vehicles, Scotty Gordon is there for you. In addition to insurance, the agency also offers financial products such as college funds, IRAs, mutual funds and annuities. Gordon said that the customer is the focus of all that they do. “We are a customer focused business,” Gordon said. “Our goal is to work with each individual to design an insurance plan to fit their specific needs. We review these on a yearly basis to make sure every customer’s needs are fit with the best possible coverage available.” Even from the beginning of the business, Gordon said being able to serve people in his hometown has been a dream come true. “I had an opportunity to open a business in a town I grew up in and planned to raise my family in,” Gordon said. “I wanted to help others in this community by being a honest agent selling only what they need. I have been doing that since 1998.” Gordon said they have taken steps to expand their offerings that will help customers reach financial stability through a customized financial plan. “We are placing an emphasis on helping families with financial needs,” Gordon said. “We have hired a financial services representative to work tailored financial plans with families interested in protecting and securing their financial futures.” Gordon believes that small businesses are the heart of a community. The owners of these businesses donate time and money to help schools, civic groups, fundraising campaigns and more. He said that is what makes Alexander City special. That’s why he has crafted his agency to fit that mold. “We are a small company with a big heart that beats for this community,” Gordon said. I am the owner/agent and I’m very fortunate to have my mother Nickie Gordon working with us as our fully licensed customer service representative. We are also happy to have Brad Pool as our financial service representative, He brings 18 years experience in the financial industry.” Want to know more? Call Scotty Gordon and his team at 256-409-2299

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BEYOND HOME CARE: Beyond Home Care is an in-home care agency specializing in no- medical home care and sitter services for elderly and disabled needing help with activities of daily living Beyond Home Care opened in January of 2017 in the Lake Martin Innovation Center by a mother daughter team, Kelly Adams and Susan Farrell. The business is locally owned and operated and each client receives personal attention. Kelly manages the staff and day-today operations in the Alex City office, while Susan handles the business finances from Birmingham. Clients can rely on Beyond Home Care for services that include personal care, homemaking skills, companion care, and even escorts to appointments. “Our goals is to keep our clients as active as possible in their own homes to promote overall health and well being,” Adams said. What makes Beyond Home Care different from the competition? “We are a small agency and spend extra time making sure our clients are well cared for,” Farrell said. “We have high expectations for all of our caregivers and would never send someone out to a home that we would not feel comfortable sending to take care of our own family. We don’t do this for the money, we do it because there is a need and an opportunity to make an impact in people’s lives.” The story of how Beyond Home Care began starts with passion and a genuine desire to help others. “I gained a love for the elderly very early in life,” Kelly said. “My aunt always worked with elderly and disabled and she would take me to work with her when I was younger. Some of my most fond memories as a child

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are visiting the Alzheimer’s unit at the nursing home or volunteering summers at the Elderly Day Center my aunt worked at. I loved spending time with the residents playing games or doing crafts and truly enjoyed hearing their stories. A little over 15 years ago my aunt opened an in home care agency in Birmingham and later expanded it to Tuscaloosa. I worked for her all through collage as a caregiver and in the office staffing with staffing and marketing. “She unexpectedly passed away three years ago at 49 years old,” Adams added “Over the last 4.5 years I have been fortunate to stay home with my kids and this past year started praying about a change of course. It was at that time that the Lord opened a door for me to start this business and it’s been a tribute to the legacy my aunt built.” Farrell said that the staff that care for clients with Beyond Home Care are dedicated, caring professionals who go the extra mile for those they serve. “We have the best staff! Renea works in the office and is awesome at staffing our cases and working with our caregivers and clients,” Farrell said “Her experience working in home health has been a huge asset to our business and I truly could not do it without her. We also have wonderful caregivers who work for us. They love their clients and truly enjoy what they do. Being a caregiver is not an easy job and its not for everyone! Our caregivers have a true servant’s heart and treat each client like family.” Beyond Home Care hopes that people come to know them as the best option for in-home care and their goal is to continue to grow to meet the needs of their client base.

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First United Methodist Church

One of Alexander City’s oldest churches offers 3 campuses for worship Alexander City First United Methodist Church is a historic church, started in 1872, with a bright and promising future. In January 2017, Trinity United Methodist Church became a part of Alexander City’s First United Methodist Church and on Saturday & Sunday, January 28th & 29th, they opened their doors for an open house & a Brunswick Stew Lunch inviting all of the local public to eat & worship with them. The response was only short of a miracle. The concern quickly turned from trying to make sure that the local residents knew about our service to wondering if we could fit everyone who came under this blessed roof. No matter which campus you choose to worship with, the Green Street Campus, the Trinity Campus or the Arbor Campus, you will always find adoration and loving fellow-

ship. Knowing, Growing & Going has become our motto and we know through God’s will, we will continue to celebrate life, heal brokenness and strengthen families. We extend our Christian care & education within our daycare, Mom’s Day Out and After School program at Jacobs Ladder, caring for children & families of Alexander City and the Lake Martin Community. At Alexander City First UMC we believe God has called us to do three things with simplicity and excellence: worship, small groups, and service. Our motives for doing these are the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:36-40) and Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). Come join us each week as every age and stage in life has a place to connect!

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Locally owned funeral homes dedicated to helping families plan services with dignity, integrity and compassion Radney Funeral Home, founded in 1938 and Langley Funeral Home, founded in 1910 are Tallapoosa County’s two most trusted funeral homes, under the direction of owner Randy Anderson. Both Radney and Langley offer funeral services to honor and celebrate the lives of loved ones, Anderson said. “We assist families in planning their desired services with dignity, integrity and compassion,” Anderson said. “We maintain our own state-of-the-art cremation center.” To help keep family memories alive, Radney and Langley offer a variety of memorial products. “We also provide a reception facility at Radney’s for families to gather for meals following their services,” Anderson said. “The reception center can also be reserved for other gatherings such as family parties or receptions.” Anderson said that while most funeral homes offer similar services, the professionalism that his staff offers sets both Radney and Langley apart. “Our staff is highly trained to meet the needs of those who call on us,” Anderson said. “We maintain our professionalism while providing services with care and compassion.” Anderson was a Baptist pastor and a secondary school teacher before beginning his work in funeral services more than 25 years ago. “From that, my love for serving families grew and funeral service became my passion,” Anderson said. Anderson said that the new reception center shows how his funeral homes are always working to meet the needs of those that they serve and said that

there are also ongoing upgrades at Langley Funeral Home as well. The whole idea is to better serve their families, Anderson said. Anderson is particularly proud of the staff of professionals that he has assembled. Our staff includes: Tommie Smith – Funeral Director, Larry McConathaFuneral Director, Madison Brown– Apprentice Funeral Director, Cindy Brazzell – Receptionist, Kim Norrell – Business Office Administrator, Tammy Ozment – Administrative Assistant, Evan Caldwell – Cemetery Services, Timmy Anderson – Cemetery Services, John Ivey – Grounds Maintenance, Kasey Ray – Family Service Advisor/ Office Manager, Kim Anderson – Family Service Advisor Funeral Service Associates include: Ronnie Betts, Rev. Clyde Coker, Steve Crowe, Riley Foshee, Baron Gregg, Horace Patterson, David Lashley, Mike Kelly, Steve Sherrer, Jack Craver, Danny Champion, Larry Cummings, Jeffrey McWhorter, Michael East, Robert Fox and Eric Waller. Anderson said that he is proud to be a community based business and all that means to the area. “It is important to support local businesses,” Anderson said. “As far as funeral service goes, we know and understand our local community. We strive to better ourselves and increase our ability to serve our families. Our staff members are local people. We participate in local activities and organizations. “We are your local, community, professional funeral service provider.”