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Calera man dies after heart event on the lake Boaters, paramedics unable to revive Harrell By Mitch Sneed

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A 61-year-old Calera man died Sunday afternoon after becoming distressed while swimming in a cove on Lake Martin. Tallapoosa County Deputy Coroner Ken Cowart said that James Michael Harrell was pronounced dead at 3:35 p.m. after being rushed to Lake Martin Community Hospital. Harrell was with his wife and two friends in a remote cove in an area south of Young’s Island, between DARE Park and Smith Mountain. Witnesses said he had been swimming when he began to struggle in the water. The friends managed to get him close to shore and tried to revive him. Boaters came to his aid and tried to resuscitate the man using CPR. Sydney Sneed, one of the See TRAGEDY, Page 5

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Monday was the first day of classes in Alexander City Schools and Superintendent Dr. DarM rell re Cooper, above, was at Jim Pearson to welcome students and parents back. “We had an a awesome first day,” Cooper said. “Lots of smiling students who had a fantastic first day. I’d like to thank all the teachers, staff and administrators for working so hard to make sure it went so well.” Below Jakaya Sims was all smiles and loaded with supplies as she made her h way to class at Jim Pearson. Right Starey Young made sure to be on hand to walk with Sanquarious S Young to class on his first day.

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Commission talks DHR site, honors Harris Inspection fees, industrial park property transfer also approved By Mitch Sneed Outlook Editor

A long-time public servant was honored and an update was given on a possible site for a new Department of Human Resources building at Monday’s meeting of the Tallapoosa County Commissioners. The commissioners approved a proclamation honoring longtime Tallapoosa County Revenue Commissioner Linda Harris. She Mitch Sneed / The Outlook will complete her Revenue Commissioner Linda term at the end of Harris thanked her staff and September and the commissioners after being commissioners as well as members recognized.

of her staff praised her for her dedication to the county. Probate Court Judge Leon Archer praised See COMMISSION, Page 5

Local stores report spike in sales on tax holiday By Carmen Rogers For the Outlook

Businesses all around the Alexander City area say they experienced an increase in sales over this past weekend. With children getting ready to go back to school, many parents chose to buy the needed supplies while sales taxes were reduced. The reduced taxes, plus the sales and discounts offered by many local retailers, added up to savings for shoppers and big sales for the store. Goody’s Manager Autumn

Dexter said that the store was busier than normal, but said one department was hit especially hard. “The children’s department tops the list with the most sales.” Dexter said. “According to our sales records, sales were up from previous years.” Dexter believes this increase is due to a rising economy in the area. Local shoppers didn’t get a total tax break like other areas. The county opted to keep its 1-cent sales tax in place. Some store managers like Candice Stoffregen

of Shoe Dept. said that tax that remained may have been a bit of a deterrent. “We were busy all weekend,” Stoffregen said. “Sometimes we were not able to leave the register. We brought in associates from other locations just for the sales tax weekend. “We had several people buy merchandise and ask why we were charging tax and we had to explain that while the state and city tax was excluded the county tax remained in place.” Many small business owners See SALES, Page 9

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Stephanie Smith of Little Black Dress checks sales receipts at her store following the sales tax holiday shopping weekend.

Local team wins AWF Wild Game Cook-Off By David Granger Outlook Staff Writer

Alexander City’s Chad Jones has been a competitive cooker for nine years. Saturday night in Millbrook, he became a state champion. Jones’ cook team – Smokin’ and Jokin’ BBQ – bested 12 other entrants at the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s Wild Game Cook-Off state finals at Millbrook’s Lanark Pavilion with its Sinful Quail. “It’s an apple stuffed with quail, pork sausage

Members of Team Smokin’ and Jokin’ celebrate after being named state champions in the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s Wild Game Cook-off Saturday. Pictured are adults, left to right, Khara Jones, Chad Jones, Blake Self, Rachel Self Kids, left to right, are Caleb Jones and Eli Self.

and apple, smoked and dressed with a sweet, gravy-like sauce,” Jones said. Second place went to Chonita’s Cookers (Mark and Severa McGrady, Angel and Joey Davis and Jasmine and Braden Welcher), also of Alexander City, and third to Peppertree Pit Crew (Jeff, Tyler and Hayden Verner and John Mosley) of Montgomery. Chonita’s Cookers’ dish was Tex-Mex Cerviche and Peppertree See CHAMPS Page 9

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she doesn’t care what others think, any family member who finds her pictures too risque for their comfort should quit following her on social media. DEAR ABBY: My daughter, “Kelly,” and I are arguing over whether she should take her trophies with her when she moves out on her own. I feel that when kids move out, they should take all their belongings. Kelly thinks I should keep the 10 to 15 trophies she won in beauty pageants when she was younger. I’d like to turn her bedroom into a guest room where visiting relatives can stay, but I’m having difficulty getting my daughter to take all her

stuff. Although she has grown out of her childhood trophies, she expects me to hold onto them. I suggested she pack them up and store them in her attic so she can show her children her accomplishments one day. What do you think? -- BEAUTY QUEEN’S MOM IN INDIANA DEAR MOM: I think that if you want a guest room instead of a shrine to your daughter’s beauty contest achievements, you should set a deadline and insist that her trophies be removed. DEAR ABBY: A friend of mine and I have exchanged birthday cards for many years. Several years ago, she started sending me two cards each year -- one on my birthday and another five or six months later. After a couple more years passed, the “second date” became the only card she sent. I know I should have said something, but I didn’t want

to embarrass her. This year on my “birthday” she even called to wish me a happy one. Is there anything I can do now? My REAL birthday is coming up soon, and I feel bad that I didn’t nip this in the bud in the beginning. -- ONE AT A TIME IN WASHINGTON DEAR ONE: Oh, for Pete’s sake! Friends should be able to level with each other without ruining the friendship. If you want to save her from embarrassment, tell her YOU are embarrassed because you didn’t say something earlier. Then enjoy a good laugh together. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www. DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

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DEAR ABBY: A family member has recently lost more than 100 pounds running and doing yoga. She looks fantastic. Yoga is the focus of her life now, and she posts daily photos of herself on social media. In many of them she is scantily clad and in poses some might consider risque. Whenever she attends family gatherings or outings to public places, she wants to take pictures of herself in various poses. This makes some of the people she’s with uncomfortable. She says she doesn’t care what others think, but there have been quite a few negative comments about this, and people have “unfollowed” her on social media. Others think it’s OK for her to do her thing. What is your opinion on this? -- GAGGING IN GEORGIA DEAR GAGGING: Your relative deserves praise for having adopted a healthier lifestyle. However, because

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Funeral service for Mrs. Dianne McCain, 61, of Alexander City, will be Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Kellyton Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 from 5:00

p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. McCain passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at her residence. She was born on July 16, 1954 in Crenshaw County, Alabama to James Gaston Mount and Emma Gertrude Duncan Mount. She enjoyed fishing, flower gardening, shopping, and putting together jigsaw puzzles.

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The Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is hosting a bird walk Aug. 15 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. The first hour is for more experienced birders with the second hour set as more of an interactive educational experience for younger visitors. The program will begin at the Battlefield Overlook.

August 10-16 ANNUAL CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY: New Covenant Ministries of the World is hosting the annual Christian General Assembly Aug. 10-16 at the Liberty Life Christian Center. Each day is a prayer breakfast at 9 a.m., Bible scriptures at 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. worship and praise service.

August 12-14 REVIVAL SERVICES: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church is hosting revival services Aug. 12-14 at 7 p.m. nightly. Minister Maurice Wright is the guest speaker.

August 13 BLOOD DRIVE: The American Red Cross is having a blood drive at AmTech Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

August 15 SUMMER BAZAAR: Vendor spaces are available for the Aug. 15 Annual Summer Bazaar at the Lake Martin Laubach Literacy Program and Volunteer Connections of Central Alabama, Inc., to be held in the back of the Karen Channel State Farm Building. For vendors selling handmade or new items, spaces will be located inside the back of the building. There will be some flea market spaces available outside and along the parking lot perimeter. If you are talented and would like to set up a table with your goods contact Rita at literacylakemartin@yahoo.com or Carley at carleyatvcca@gmail.com or 256-234-0347 by July 13. CAMP FIRE GIRLS: Registration and a pool party for those entering grades K-6 interested in joining Camp Fire Girls will be Saturday, Aug. 15 at the City Pool from 10 a.m. to noon. Food and drink will be served. Registration fee is $75 for the first child and $45 each for the second and third child. Vests are $20. For more information call 256-4963888. BIRD WALK: The Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is hosting a bird walk Aug. 15 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. The first hour is for more experienced birders with the second hour set as more of an interactive educational experience for younger visitors. The program will begin at the Battlefield Overlook. TRADE DAY: The Bibb Graves School in Millerville is hosting a third Saturday Trade Day Aug. 15 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Veterans room open from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

August 16 CHURCH HOMECOMING: New Home Baptist Church in Rockford is hosting Homecoming Sunday, Aug. 16 at 2 p.m. Guest speaker is Rev. Dr. Mario McDaniel of Canann Baptist in Roanoke. CLASS REUNION: The BRHS Class of 1966 is having a first planning meeting Sunday, Aug. 16 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at River Road Baptist Church, 148 Dean Road. If you would like to help or have an address change call Linda at 256-392-3515 or Billy at 256329-8060.

August 17-21 CHURCH REVIVAL: New Home Baptist Church in Rockford is hosting revival services August 17-21 at 6:45 p.m. A Friday fellowship will be from 6 p.m. to 7:05 p.m.

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CLASS REUNION: The BRHS Class of 1970 is holding its 45th year reunion at the Alex City Elk’s Lodge on Aug. 22 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Dress is casual. Finger foods and soft drinks are catered by the Lodge. Cash bar. Bring

60’s and 70’s music. Send RSVP and check to Herbert Shivers at 939 S Gay Street, Auburn, AL 36830 by Aug.12 or email RSVP by Aug. 12 to hshivers2@ charter.net A group photograph will be taken at 7 p.m. Cost is $50 per couple or $30 per individual. FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Bibb Graves School is hosting family game night Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. and every 4th Saturday.

August 23 CHURCH HOMECOMING: River Road Baptist Church will celebrate Homecoming Sunday, Aug. 23 at 10 a.m. with Rebecca Futral and ‘Just One.’ The church is located at 148 Dean Road in Alex City. Dr. Albert Pike is pastor. Everyone is welcome.

August 29 HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR: The Caldwell Community Center in Goodwater is hosting a free Health and Wellness Fair Aug. 29 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. At 6 a.m. registration for Heart Walk and Run with run at 6:30 a.m.; 8 a.m. CPR class registration. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. health fair with health screens, blood drive, health education, games, prizes, food and much more. Spnsored by Hatchett Springs Baptist Church.

August 30 GOSPEL SINGING: Hillabee Baptist Church is hosting a gospel singing Aug. 30 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Daugherty’s will be singing and Love Offering will be taken.

September 6 GOSPEL SINGING: Oak Chapel Baptist Church in Goodwater will be hosting a gospel singing Sept. 6 during morning services with special singers 11th Hour. Lunch will be served afterwards.

September 18-20 ORCHID SHOW: The Alabama Orchid Society is having their 31st annual Orchid Show and Sale in the auditorium of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Sept. 18 – 20. Free admission. Show times are Friday – Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. for sales only, Saturday –Sept. 19 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. with sales open at 10 a.m., show opens to public at Noon, Sunday – Sept. 20 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. sales and show open at 11 a.m. Contact for more information at 205-447-5285 or www.facebook. com/alabamaorchidsociety

Ongoing Events BEYOND TRANSFORMATIONS: Meetings every second Saturday for Beyond Transformations, Inc. Have you been wanting to give back, work with youth, or be a part of a group that makes a difference? Please Email iamtransforms@gmail.com or Call at 334440-6539. Donations of clothes, food, books, computers, school supplies. A building and donations are needed. AMERICAN LEGION: Post 339 in Cottage Grove is open every Friday night from * p.m. until with fried chicken and fish. Music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. BIBLE STUDY: Please come join the Auburn Woman’s Satellite Day Bible Study Fellowship. We are currently registering ladies who are interested in studying the Book of Revelations. The course, study guides, seminars, and lecture notes are free. This is interdenominational and open to all women. The location is Parkway Baptist Church Holliday Hall, 766 East University Drive in Auburn. We meet on Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. We will love

to have you there. Bible knowledge is not required. Come learn, share, and fellowship. For further information, contact Tricia at 334-546-1386. For further information on Bible Study Fellowship go to https://www.bsfinternational.org. AMATEUR RADIO CLUB: The Lake Martin Amateur Radio Club meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the second Thursday of every month at the Alexander City Airport Terminal Building with dinner and fellowship following at a local area restaurant. Amateur radio license exams are available after the meeting by prior arrangement. The club also meets on the air (Alabama Emergency Net Victor) on the first, third, fourth and fifth Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on the club sponsored K4YWE repeater at 145.33 mhz with the 146.96 repeater as backup. All interested can attend our meetings or contact Tim Mayfield K4CWL at 256-329-1172 or John Phillips WI4P at 256-212-4063 CAR SHOW: Lake Martin Street Rods and Classic Cars meet every 3rd Saturday at Buck’s Dairy Quick in Alexander City from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Call Danny at (256) 496-0024 for more information. TALLAPOOSA PATRIOTS: The Tallapoosa Patriots meet the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Professional Commons. For more information contact Sherry Sellers at thyra899@gmail.com or at 256-2342528. DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP: The Emily Gilbert Dementia Support Group for family and caregivers meets the third Monday of every month in the community room at Russell Medical Center from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. It is sponsored by the Russell Medical Auxiliary. For more information call volunteer services office at 256-329-7177. FREE SUPPORT GROUP: GriefShare, a grief recovery support group, will meet each Tuesday from 6 until 8 p.m. at the Reception Center of Radney Funeral Home in Alexander City. There is also a meeting on Tuesday at the Tallapoosa County Baptist Association from 10 a.m. to noon. This seminar is offered without cost to participants, and sponsored by Radney Funeral Home and Rocky Creek Baptist Church. For further information and registration, call Larry Cummings at 256-397-2511. WEIGHT WATCHERS: The group meets each Monday evening in the fellowship hall of First United Methodist Church on Green Street in Alexander City. The Fellowship Hall is located behind the sanctuary. Registration is 5- 5:30 p.m. Meeting is 5:30-6 p.m. New members will want to stay after the meeting for a 15-minute Weight Watchers orientation. MUSIC AT EQUALITY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER: The Equality Performing Arts Center hosts music and other events on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at 6:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 9 in Equality. Country/Western, bluegrass, Southern gospel and instrumental music featured. For more information, contact Wayne Glenn at 334-541-3302. HOUSE OF RESTORATION PENTACOSTAL, INC.: Pastor Doris Patterson, 519 Slaughter Road in Camp Hill. Prayer is Monday at noon every week. Wednesday Bible Study at 6 p.m. and Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. For more information, contact 256-749-7666. LABELS FOR EDUCATION: Jim Pearson’s P.E. Department is collecting Campbell’s soup labels and other products – visit labelsforeducation. com for a full list. Send labels and caps c/o Patricia Brooks, 3491 Coley Creek Road, Alexander City. BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION: Help support Alexander City Middle School by collecting box tops. Send them to ACMS or send them by students.

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ecent drug busts in our local area should show us that the most popular drugs have moved from those like marijuana and cocaine to prescription drugs like Xanex, Lortab or others that contain hydrocodone. In the last two weeks we have ran stories about three separate arrests for illegal possession of prescription drugs. In July, a burglar pried open doors at a local pharmacy and targeted narcotic prescription drugs. One of the key drugs taken in the burglary was hydrocodone. The exact drugs taken and the amount were not given, but officials said they knew exactly what they were after. “They targeted drugs and lots of them,” Deputy Alexander City Police Chief Jay Turner said at the time. “From hydrocodone, to oxycotin and other painkillers, it was obvious they knew what they were after.” There have even been home burglaries in recent weeks where these prescription drugs were the only items taken. It’s sad that the very thing that can make you better when prescribed by a doctor can also make you a target of thieves, aiming to get high or cash in. Some facts indicative of increasing addiction to hydrocodone are: n In 1998 there were more than 56 million new prescriptions written for hydrocodone products and by 2000 there were over 89 million; n From 1990 the average consumption nationwide has increased by 300 percent. In the same period there has been a 500 percent increase in the number of emergency room visits attributed to hydrocodone abuse with 19,221 visits estimated in 2000; and In 1997, there were over 1.3 million hydrocodone tablets seized and analyzed by the DEA laboratory system. Vicodin and other drugs with hydrocodone first began to show their potential for addiction with those who were struggling with pain and were prescribed the drugs. Today, hydrocodone has become as much a “party drug” with considerable street value. Addiction – to alcohol or drugs – can ruin a life. So if you or someone you know is addicted to hydrocodone or other prescription drugs, please get help before the damage can’t be undone.

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or months I have wondered why people don’t speak out when the president and educators are promoting policies that seriously damage children and the nation. Dyslexia, ADD and ADHD are at all time highs. Socially we are dumbed down by marginalizing Christianity and ignoring its importance as the foundation of our morality and laws. Legally we are dumbed down by judges deliberately ignoring the Constitution. Education is slowly being reduced to controlling human behavior. We are now generations into the dumbing down process to change the US from a Republic to a global socialist government headed by the UN with its own legal system and our military at their command. An educational theorist, John Dewey, introduced a new reading curriculum deliberately initiating the dumbing down process almost 100 years ago. Remember “Alice and Jerry” and “Dick and Jane” that was the beginning. When people can’t read they have to depend on others for news, information and are unable to continue

their own education. When people can’t think independently they generally believe whatever they are told. The greatest impediment to a quality education today is the United States Department of Education and prestigious university professors. The new curriculum has eliminated the great literature that encouraged critical thinking and distorts history that encouraged pride in our nation. Education now promotes compete faith in the government to think for us, take care of us, and provide a livable wage. Lenin said that if you take away a nation’s history you can convince them of anything. The Dewey Dumbing Down system has worked and at an exorbitant price to the tax payers! Not only are most people unable to see the wreck happening right in front of us, they don’t care! They don’t want to hear the voices of the few aware people who are trying to warn them. The cause of this lack of interest is the failure to provide a solid academic education. Is sharing the wealth and raising the minimum wage, rather than going back to effective educational methods, designed to keep people dependent on the

government? The policy to promote expensive, but ineffectual education, while escalating the cost is another means of bankrupting the nation. The new educational and healthcare data mining policies are more about control than education or healthcare. People are encouraged to feel helpless and dependent on entitlements rather than inspired to reach their greatest potential. It’s time for a lot of changes, including reverting to past educational curricula that educate, encourage independent thought, and instill good values and discipline. We must work at getting people off the government dime through education and re-instilling the belief in the individual. We need to educate our children to help make them able to adapt to whatever life throws at them. ‘College and Career Ready’ does not prepare for a good life, it encourages contentment with a minimal life. We must rediscover the courage and the spirit of American Exceptionalism that made America great. Sellers is an Alexander City residents and is a frequent writer of letters to the editor.

Communication with elected officials is the key to good government. To let your most local representatives know how you feel about state or local matters, contact any of the following. Governor Robert Bentley represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. He was elected to office on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242-7100. His office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Robert Bentley Alabama.

Luther Strange was elected Alabama’s 49th Attorney General first elected in 2010, and serves as the State’s chief law enforcement officer. He can be reached at 334-242-7300, and his office is located at 501 Washington Avenue, Montgomery.

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Mark Tuggle (R) represents the 81st District covering Coosa, Chilton and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached by phone at 256-392-2006 or by email at tughd81@ gmail.com. His office is located at 110 Calhoun Street, Suite 108, Alexander City.

Mark Tuggle Tom Whatley represents the 27th District covering Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa County. He was elected to the Alabama Senate on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242-7865. His office is located at 337 East Magnolia Drive,

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Republicans are balancing budget on back of the poor Dear Editor, We are living in some troubling times. In my 60 years on this earth I have always believed that Medicaid was signed into law to protect the needs of the people, to assist disabled children and the elderly. I felt like it showed that they were important enough for them to fight for. They passed it and signed it into law over 40 years ago. We have a Governor that wouldn’t expand Medicaid. It wasn’t important enough for the poor, so the Republican Party has decided that they would balance the budget on the back of the poor by cutting dollars from Medicaid. That will put mothers out of Nursing Homes and close rural hospitals. It will hurt hurt pharmacies. What are they thinking? This is not the way to govern. Young people, we can do better than this. It is time for leadership and I am grateful for the present the Republican Party have given us in “Donald Trump.” They have so many GOPs running you would think this is a contest. It is sad they look at the highest office in the country as a contest. I have never seen anything like it in my lifetime. The only plan they have is starting another war putting ‘boots on the ground.’ They are in debt to special interests so much that they can’t move the lever. So they are stuck here in this city as well. So

young people, it’s going to take a movement to get the people out to vote to change things. Government was designed to work for the people, not to take away from the people who need it most. So Alabama didn’t have the doctor it needed after all. That was Governor Bentley’s slogan, ‘Alabama needs a doctor.’ Well I say Alabama still needs a cure and Bentley ain’t it. We will keep working harder. There is no stopping us now because we have Mr. Trump to thank. He knows the GOP doesn’t have a plan how can they, when they don’t stand for anything. People been fed up every since they took over. I told the people they couldn’t govern, now they see what I saw all along. These people are in other people’s pockets and they don’t mind spending money. They say they can’t find money for the budget but yet they can call special sessions and now they will be calling another one. Where is all that money coming from? Long as they can cut from the poor they don’t care. I wonder how they sleep at night? Women have always ruled the world, but look at how the GOP puts hem down. Women never get credit. Behind every successful man there is a strong woman and yet they are hated by the GOP. Arlean Wyckoff Alex City

Christianity is being taken from us little by little and no one seems to care Dear Editor, I have been reading all of the letters to the editor and the daily news everyday and I now feel compelled to write you. In all of my 71 years here on this God-given earth, I cannot believe that all of our freedoms are being taken away daily. Everything that is near and dear to me are deemed politically incorrect! What is wrong with our country? Christianity is being taken from us little by little and no one really seems to care. We all need to stand firm and fight

against all these foreign religions and most especially the Muslim religion. Our country was founded on Christianity and should stay that way! Our forefathers would turn over in their graves if they could see what is going on! We all must pray that God will take care of this mess our country is in! A very concerned citizen, Gloria Ellison Alex City

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Commission Harris for her “steady and clam” approach to the job. Commissioner Emma Jean Thweatt called Harris a “tremendous asset to Tallapoosa County and one of the best revenue commissioner we’ve ever had.” Eva Middlebrooks who will take over the position Oct. 1 said that she knows Harris will be a tough act to follow. “I have some very big shoes to fill,” Middlebrooks said, She has been a wonderful boss and a great teacher. I am going to miss her.” Harris gave thanks to all who she has worked with while on the job. “It has been a pleasure and an honor to serve the people of Tallapoosa County,” Harris said. “I love the county and I have been blessed to work with some incredible people. My husband said he knows I will be looking for any excuse I can find to drive to Dadeville and stop by the courthouse. He’s probably right. I will miss you all so much.” Less than a month after hearing from state DHR officials about the dire need for a new building in Tallapoosa County, it was announced that the county is talking with the city of Dadeville about the possibility of land that it owns near Highway 280 behind the Subway across from Highway 49. County Administrator Blake Beck said he had talked with city officials and they were open to the idea and said it could be discussed at Tuesday’s meeting of the Dadeville City Council. “They were receptive to the idea,” Beck said. “They felt like it was important to keep DHR in Dadeville because it’s centrally located and how much it means to residents. It would be up to the council obviously, but it’s encouraging that

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that are at least open to the idea.” In other locations, county commissioners have set up public building authorities, then secure bonds using the state’s credit rating. The county would actually own the building, but would lease the building back to DHR and the rent paid by the agency would repay the bonds. The commissioners also approved a move that will allow the Lake Martin Area Economic Development Alliance to deed land in the Thweatt Industrial Park to Alabama Motor and Pump Service so that they can build their own building and stay in Dadeville. LMAEDA Director Don McClellan said that the move will keep jobs in the area and make room for possible expansion. “We have 1,200 jobs in the industrial park now and there are a lot of people who never thought that could be done,” McClellan said. “As important as bringing new business in, we have to do things to encourage the existing businesses we have to stay and grow. This will do just that.” The supplier of industrial motors had been renting space and will now build their own building on the five-plus acre site. In old business, the commissioners heard a presentation on the fees charged for electrical inspections as well as the issues that were being raised about the guidelines requiring fences around pool. Monday, the commissioners moved to allow for a $25 inspection fee to be charged each time an inspector is called out. In the past, the department was having situations where an individual was doing their own electrical work and inspectors were often having to inspect several times before the job would pass. This will help

cover the cost of all the trips. While pool fences will still be required, the commissioners voted to allow a resident to sign a waiver accepting all responsibility and relieving the county from any liability. In other action: • Steve Robinson was elected chairman and John McKelvey will serve as vice-chairman. The new terms will begin Sept. 1. The commissioners rotate the roles about every nine months. T.C. Coley is currently serving as chairman. • The commissioners approved the reappointment of Tommy Bramblett, Jane Milton and Mary Louise Wyckoff to the Tallapoosa County Department of Human Services Board. • Approved the employment contract for County Engineer David Moore. • Beck updated the commissioners and those in attendance on progress on the budget process. • Heard an announcement that the Tallapoosa County Courthouse will be closed Sept. 7 for Labor Day.

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Tragedy boaters who came to Harrell’s aid, described the struggle to try to bring him back. “They were struggling just to keep him out of the water and said they have been trying to revive him for about 10 minutes when we came into the cove,” Sydney Sneed said. “I swam over and started compressions. The pulse would come and go. We tried and tried, but I knew we had to get him to the boat so we could get him some help.” Other boaters including Virgil Roberts arrived and with everyone working together, they managed to get Harrell onto a boat and then rushed him to DARE Park where emergency personnel met them and transported him to Lake Martin Community Hospital. Despite the efforts of sheriff’s deputies, paramedics and others, Harrell was pronounced dead at about

4 p.m. Cowart said all signs point to a massive heart attack. “We feel like that was what it was, but they will do some tests just to make sure,” Cowart said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially in a case where so many people tried so hard to save him like that.” Tragedy on Lake Martin is not a new thing to the Harrell Family. On June 28, 2013, the Harrell’s lost

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continued from page 1 their 30-year-old son Henry Adam Harrell when a personal watercraft he was driving struck a dock on Sturdivant Creek in the Lake Hill Estates area of Lake Martin, just north of the U.S. Highway 280 bridge off the Tallapoosa River. Harrell is survived by his wife Daphne, his son Heath Harrell (Hillary) of Deatsville and numerous others. More details will be released as they become available.

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JACQUELINE BIGAR’S STARS ARIES (March 21-April 19) --You seem to wake up with a desire to handle a situation differently. How you manage a changeable situation could vary as a result. Your need for details emerges, leaving less room for imagination. The unexpected is likely to occur. Tonight: Go to the gym. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) --Listen carefully to what someone has to say. You might ¿nd a more creative solution when handling this issue. Move forward and handle a personal issue with greater clarity. A child or loved one will appreciate your efforts. Tonight: Make the most of the moment. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) --You could be far more creative and dynamic than you have in the recent past, especially when dealing with a domestic matter. A disruptive element seems to mark the day. Be careful with spending. Tonight: Make sure your budget can handle a major purchase. CANCER (June 21-July 22) --You have the energy and desire to clear out a lot quickly. No matter where you start, the results will be excellent. A boss could be somewhat touchy or dif¿cult. Detach and look at the big picture. You might not see the end results as someone else does. Tonight: Fly high. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) --You might be too tired to follow through on what needs to happen or what you feel you need to do. Detach. Understand what is expected of you when relating to others. You could decide that you would prefer to put a certain issue on hold for now. Tonight: Make it your treat. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) --You might notice a difference in how you feel. Your ability to get past a situation is enhanced. You’ll feel as if you can handle what was not manageable before. Understand what role you need to play in order to have a situation evolve. Tonight: Where your friends are.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) --You will see how you can make a difference if you move forward with an important matter. You could be feeling off-kilter if you are not in tune with your feelings. Try to take a step back and withdraw some. You will feel better given some time. Tonight: Get some extra R and R. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) --Make a point of touching base with a key person, either professionally or personally. You will gain a lot of important information that could force you to go in a new direction. You have had a premonition as to what to do here. Tonight: Let your mind wander. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) --Suddenly, others seem to view you in a more favorable light. They see you as a leader and a star performer. If you stay on your current path, you could get a pay raise or promotion within the next year. Emphasize greater ¿nancial security. Tonight: Opt for togetherness. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) --Others seem to seek you out. Your ability to walk in someone else’s shoes emerges as your strong suit. Expect this pattern to continue for a sustained period of time. Know what is needed, and do what it takes to carry you through to the end. Tonight: Go along with a suggestion. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) --If you have your heart set on certain results, you must push hard to achieve them. You could be in a position where you need to focus more on your schedule and on what you want to accomplish. Stay on top of a project. Tonight: Squeeze in some exercise. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) --Tap into your creativity when dealing with a partner. This person might be changing his or her ideas and goals, whether you realize it or not. Don’t push someone away unnecessarily. Understand what this individual wants from you. Tonight: Act as if there were no tomorrow.

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Pit Crew cooked up Duck Wellington. The Smokin’ and Jokin’ team – which consists of Jones and his wife, Khara, and their six-year-old son, Caleb, along with Blake and Rachel Self and their 6-year-old son, Eli – has been cooking in competitions together for four years. “I’ve been competitively cooking for about eight or nine years now,” Jones said. “I cooked with another competitive team for about five years and we’ve had Smokin’ and Jokin’ going for about four years now.” That other team was called Chop Shop Chaos and was led by Tallapoosa County Commissioner John McKelvey. “(McKelvey) is a good buddy of mine and that’s who I started with,” said Jones. “I’ve always enjoyed cooking, especially outdoors on the grill, but I really got started in the competitions by going and watching him and then becoming a member of his team.” In fact, it was McKelvey’s inability to cook at one of the events that led to the formation of Jones’ cook team. “John wasn’t able to cook at one of the AWF events because of a prior commitment,” Jones. “That’s sort of what led to the formation of Smokin’ and Jokin’.” Jones and Smokin’ and Jokin’ qualified for the state finals cookoff by winning best overall in the Talladega

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also saw an increase in sales over the weekend. Downtown retailers like Little Black Dress saw heavy traffic on Friday. “While Saturday was comparable to any other Saturday out of the year, Friday was blown out,” said Little Black Dress owner Stephanie Smith. I think there were trying to get a jump on their weekend shopping. “This year’s sales tax free weekend was better than last year’s event.” Smith offered an additional 10 percent discount to offset the

1 percent county tax on merchandise. Wal-Mart also had considerably higher sales over the weekend. “It is too early for sales numbers, we do know it was a busy weekend, coming in just behind the Black Friday sales,” according to Carla Roberts, a spokesperson for the retail store explained. Roberts explained Wal-Mart’s earnings report for this quarter will be made available Aug. 18.

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Briefs Alex City Youth Soccer registration begins Alexander City’s little athletes are gearing up for another season on the soccer field. Parents will have two more days to register their child for the upcoming Alexander City Youth Soccer season. Registration will be held Friday, Aug. 14, at the Sportplex Gymnasium from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Parents need to fill out a registration form and pay a fee of $65. Any parent whose child has not played in the past year will need to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate. This year’s season will include teams of boys and girls starting at 3 years old to 15. Tryouts will follow on Aug. 17 and the season will begin immediately following Labor Day. For more information, parents can visit alexcitysoccer.com and like the Alex City Youth Soccer facebook page for day-to-day updates.

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After making first team All-State in Class 2A as a free safety last season, Reeltown senior Takoreyon Edwards will also lead the Rebels under center as he takes over at quarterback in 2015.

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Whether it is in the secondary or under center, Reeltown senior Takoreyon Edwards is ready for the challenge of leading the Rebels to another state championship. After a junior season that landed him on the first team All-State for Class 2A, Edwards will hope to repeat his performance in his senior season. On defense, Edwards recorded 50 tackles, six interceptions, two fumble recoveries for touchdowns and three blocked punts just for good measure. But 2015 will also see the dynamic senior safety take up a new role as the starting quarterback for the Rebels’ highpowered rushing attack. “I’ve been staying late at practice, getting a lot of extra throws in and making sure I get all of my reps in,” Edwards said of learning the quarterback position. “It’s important that I learn it quick because the quarterback runs the offense. So, if you don’t know it, nobody knows it. It’s a good feeling knowing that you’re leading the team and that coach is depending on you to be a leader and make plays.” Becoming a senior naturally comes with new responsibilities. Edwards said his years on the defensive side of the ball have prepared him for the leadership role he will take in the Rebels’ secondary this season.

“I’ve been playing on defense since my ninth-grade year, so now coming to my senior year I know how important it is for me to get the calls right,” Edwards said. “I’ve got to be a leader on defense in the secondary.” The role comes with making sure the right plays are called against opposing pass attacks, and making sure his teammates are in the right place in order to find success. “I see myself as the leader back there because it’s my responsibility to make all of the calls,” Edwards said. “I’m responsible for making sure everybody is in the right spots to be successful and all of that. I just want to make plays and help the team out.” And being the quarterback of the Rebels’ secondary means going head-to-head with opposing quarterbacks. Edwards said he aims to be the best anytime he steps on the field, and he brings along a few mind games with him. “Anytime I step on the field, I feel like I’m the best at what I do,” Edwards said. “So, I like to go out there and mess with the quarterback’s head, create turnovers and get takeaways. I go out there with a mirror style. Whatever the quarterback does, I mimic him. It’s going to lead you to the ball every time.” And while some players might have been satisfied with being first team AllState in their junior season, Edwards is always looking for ways to improve his

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Height: 5’11” Weight: 160 lbs Year: Senior Position: Safety/ Quarterback Player synopsis: Fast, athletic two-way player. 40 time: 4.4 seconds game. “I look at it and it makes me go back and watch film to see what I can do better so I can help the team out more this year,” Edwards said.

Season tickets for the 2015 Benjamin Russell High School football season went on sell Monday for previous season-ticket holders. Those who were season-ticket holders for the 2014 season will have the first opportunity to purchase tickets for 2015 through Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Benjamin Russell High School gymnasium. The cost for a reserved season ticket package, which includes all six home games, will be $54. Season parking passes can also be purchased during that time for $15. On Monday, Aug. 17, remaining tickets will go on sale to the public. Previous season-ticket holders who do not plan to purchase season tickets for the 2015 season are asked to inform BRHS as soon as possible by calling 256-234-8611 or by emailing Pam Robinson at coachrob@alex.k12. al.us. Home game opponents for the 2015 season include B.C. Rain on Aug. 21, Central-Clay County on Aug. 28, Eufaula (Homecoming) on Sept. 11, Pell City on Sept. 18, Chelsea on Oct. 8, and Chilton County (Senior Night) on Oct. 23. All game start times are 7 p.m. Central Standard Time.

$1.6 million in revenue sharing approved by AHSAA Central Board of Control The Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board of Control approved returning $1.6 million to its member schools under its Revenue Sharing Plan. The amount is the largest in the six years since the revenue sharing program was instituted. The action was taken at its annual summer meeting in Montgomery. The Central Board also approved some recommended changes in the AHSAA Amateur Rule, and also approved a dual wrestling tournament for member schools beginning the 2016-17 school year. The Central Board also approved the 2015-16 AHSAA Handbook, 2015 Fall Sports Book, 2016 Winter Sports Book and the 2016 Spring Sports Book publications.

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Five players the Crimson Tide cannot afford to lose in 2015

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labama received a scare Saturday when starting offensive tackle Cam Robinson was helped off of the field with a leg injury during practice. Luckily it appears Robinson will be fine, but it did get me to thinkin’: who are the players Alabama can least afford to lose for this year to be successful? 1. Cam Robinson: This one is easy. Robinson is potentially the top pick it the NFL Draft when he is eligible in 2017. Not only is he the best offensive lineman on the team, but he is especially critical in 2015 as the Tide will be breaking in a new, less-fleet-a-foot quarterback. With the likes of A&M’s Myles Garrett, Auburn’s Carl Lawson, Ole Miss’ Robert Nkemdiche and Miss State’s

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Chris Jones lining up on the other side of the ball, Cam Robinson simply cannot be out of the Tide’s lineup. 2. J.K. Scott: Who would have ever believed a punter would have made this list? Well, those people have never heard of J.K. Scott. This kid may look prepubescent, but he kicks the ball like a 35-year-old Rockette on steroids. Again, because of ‘Bama’s potential problems at quarterback, field position will

be crucial throughout the year. A weapon like Scott is practically invaluable in pinning opposing offenses back. Plus, Scott is a multi-purpose kicker in that he has the ability to substitute for regular kicker (and oft-injured) Adam Griffith. 3. Kenyan Drake: It’s not just that Drake is the backup to Derrick Henry at running back, but more so that offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin plans to line up the versatile Drake all over the field. As evidenced by his long TD catch against Florida last season, Drake has receiver-like hands and speed with the vision of a running back. If Drake truly has his head on straight off of the field (and a better handle on the fumble issues on it) he may be Alabama’s best shot at having a Heisman finalist. (Just

to be clear: I am not stating he will be a finalist; just that he is ‘Bama’s best shot at it.) 4. Calvin Ridley: I am not just out on a limb with this pick; I am out on leaf at the end of the limb. However, the number one rated receiver in the 2015 signing class has everything you could want in a pass-catcher: speed, quickness, moves and great hands. The teeny li’l issue is that he has not used any of his talents at the college level (let alone in the SEC). One more time because of the uncertainty at QB, a wide receiver is going to have to step forward as a go-to guy and help out whoever takes the snaps. That guy could be former five stars Robert Foster or Chris Back, but I am going to hang my hat on Ridley who, like

his predecessor Amari Cooper, hails from South Florida. 5. Lane Kiffin: OK, I am bending the rules here a little. What I mean is that Alabama cannot afford for Kiffin to “check out” mentally or lose his connection to the team. It’s easy to be the OC when you have Amari Cooper and you can tell your QB, “You see No. 9? …. Find him and then throw it to within 15 yards of him.” This season will challenge Kiffin’s ability to communicate to a bunch of new players. Talented players, but new nonetheless. Kiffin will need to stay primed and focused so the players can follow suit. Robinson is a sports columnist for The Outlook and president of the Lake Martin Bama Club.

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