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How are schools funded? Sales taxes, property taxes, state and federal government all contribute locally By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Everyone agrees education is the way to escape almost anything. Everyone wants to compete with the school systems from Mountain Brook, Huntsville and Auburn and improve the all areas of the state, from providing

better graduates for college or to developing the workforce. Tallapoosa County Schools Superintendent Joe Windle believes the K-12 system is instrumental to lifting an area economically. “I am not an economic developer, but I know we can educate our way out of poverty,” Windle told the Tallapoosa

County Commission at a recent meeting where discussion was centered on rescinding the 1-cent sales tax put in place three years ago. Everyone seems to think these popular school systems have endless money. But do they? How is education funded? Do school officials depend on the federal govern-

ment and its mandates? Do they depend on the state of Alabama and its restrictions? Do they try and come up with the funds locally? In Tallapoosa County and throughout most of the state, it is a combination of the three. The state provides funding based on enrollment and a contribution 10-mils of property tax through the Education Foundation system to be shared across the state, but most receive See FUNDS • Page 3

Officials seeking input during search for superintendent By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

When Alexander City Schools Superintendent Dr. Darrell Cooper announced he was retiring during March’s meeting of the Alexander City Board of Education, the board began to spring into action and start the search for a new superintendent. As Cooper’s tenure draws closer and closer to its end, the Alexander City Board of Education and the Alabama Association of School Boards have teamed up to hire the right person for the position. This week, the city school board and the AASB are asking for the public’s input, trying to gauge some of the things members of the community want to see in the next superintendent. To this end, there will be a special meeting Thursday at 5:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the Alexander City Board of Education building, while there is an online survey interested individuals may also fill out. “We are using the same process that we did last time, when we hired Dr. Cooper,” Alexander City Board of Education President Michael Ransaw said. “We found it to be very helpful last time, and I feel it will be just as helpful this time.” See SUPERINTENDENT • Page 9

Event takes guests back in time

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orseshoe Bend National Military Park held its annual summer ‘Muster on the Tallapoosa’ Saturday morning. The event included five speakers on topics from the maps of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend to Creek Indian culture and the life of James Moore, who was part of a mixed Creek-White family that includes current-day Tallapoosa County residents, to efforts to revitalize the Maskoke Creek language. The Muster included reenactors playing the part of 1814 Creek and American soldiers. Above, Pete Dunaway, a Creek reenactor from Opelika who has ties to Tallapoosa County, throws an atlatl during a demonstration of Creek Indian hunting techniques at Saturday’s event. The atlatl is a spear-throwing device that increases the power and accuracy of a hand-thrown spear. It is believed that humans have been using atlatls for more than 30,000 years. Dunaway said the atlatl point shown here is an actual artifact, not a recreation.

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Jenny East, Pam Young, Fran Clayton, Sandra Moore, Linda Gunn, Willa Alford, Patsy Shreve and Peg Lawson pose for a photograph at First United Methodist Church last year. The ladies are getting ready for the annual Say Cheese cheeseball fundraiser.

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It has become a local tradition in Alexander City to purchase homemade cheeseballs made by the women of the First United Methodist Church for the holiday season. The “Say Cheese” fundraiser has been around for a while. “We have been doing it since 2002,” Pam Young said. The biggest change this year is the number of different cheeseballs available. “We have four recipes this time,” Young said. This year the group is offering Spicy Senorita, Holiday, Old English Cheddar and English Bleu. The cost of the one-pound cheeseballs is $10, but the English Bleu is $12. The Spicy Senorita is a Mexican-style rolled in paprika. See CHEESE • Page 9

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DEAR ABBY: I have reached a crossroads with my career. I used to love my job. I play an important role at my company, and I’m good at what I do. Long term, it provides job security. However, the pay is subpar, and my recent request for a raise was denied. I haven’t received a raise in several years. I couldn’t get a straight answer about the denial. I was told it wasn’t my work performance. I have started looking elsewhere, and I have several interviews scheduled. All of them will give me a $15,000-per-year salary increase over what I currently make for doing what I do. I wasn’t asking that much for a raise, not even close. But what makes this difficult is my co-workers. They are devastated at the thought of me leaving. One of them, someone I’m fairly close to, was so angry he went to

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our boss himself without my knowledge. I don’t know what he said, but he got me a raise, albeit a very small one. However, my heart is set on leaving. While I appreciate his going out on a limb for me, I now feel “obligated” to stay. Abby, I’m having a hard time with this. Can you help? -MOVING ON IN THE EAST DEAR MOVING ON: Have a private conversation with the friend who went to bat for you. Tell him you appreciate what he did, but when your boss refused the raise you asked for -- after several years of no increase at all -- you realized you were no longer valued

by the company. Explain that when you went job-hunting you were offered far more than you have been earning, and this will be a step up for you. It doesn’t have to mean the end of your relationship with him or the others who care about you. It might stimulate him to go job-hunting, too. DEAR ABBY: Years ago I was sexually assaulted by a friend of a friend. I’ll call the man Pete and the friend Katie. I immediately told Katie about it, and we didn’t hang out with Pete much after that. Life went on, and I forgot about it. I recently learned that Katie is engaged to Pete now. They are living in another state, and she asked for my address so she can send me an invitation to their wedding. I’m not planning on attending, but how should I tell her I’m not coming? We haven’t been close in years, but she was a brides-

maid in my wedding. Should I just send the RSVP card back with a “no,” or should I let her know upfront? -- CAUGHT OFF GUARD IN VIRGINIA DEAR CAUGHT: I assume that after Katie marries the “friend” who sexually assaulted you, your relationship will be over. While you may have repressed the memory until now, I find it hard to believe that all three of you had an attack of amnesia. There’s no need to contact her at this point to remind her of what her fiance is capable of. Just say no. If she contacts you to ask why, explain it to her then. 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.

Obituaries Ms. Olivia Lauderdale Wilkerson Goodwater, AL ̾ Funeral service for Ms. Olivia Lauderdale Wilkerson, 86, will be held Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Pleasant Home Baptist Church, Goodwater, AL, at 1:00 p.m. Rev. Thomas E. Bullock, officiating. Burial will be held at Pleasant Home Church Cemetery, Goodwater, AL; Visitation will be held Tuesday, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at funeral home. Ms. Wilkerson departed

Mr. Lamar Britton 1940 - 2018 Funeral Service for Mr. Lamar Britton, 78, of Kellyton, will be Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Randy Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mr. Britton passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born on August 24, 1940 in Alexander City, Alabama to Clyde Mitchell Britton and Lois Thomas Britton. Mr. Britton co-owned and operated Newman Plumbing and Heating and L&B Supply. He always had a

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this walk of life on August 21, 2018 in Goodwater, AL. She leaves to cherish her memories five children, Everlena (Charles) Fleming, Denise (Willie Gamble) Davis, Sylvia G. (Claude) Meadows, Andy L. (Martha) Davis and Travis E. (Ruby) Davis and a host of other relatives and friends. Visit communityfuneralhome. org for online obituary and condolences. Community Funeral Home will direct the service.

strong work ethic and would work 7 days a week. He enjoyed farming, fishing, football and NASCAR. He is survived by his daughter, Karen Dillard (Ronnie) of Alexander City; grandchildren, Kelsey Dillard and Jake Dillard, both of Alexander City; greatgrandchildren, Eli Taylor, Oliver Taylor and Millie Taylor; brother, Larry Britton (Donna) of Alexander City; and several nephews and a niece. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Kenneth Lamar Britton; and brothers, Gary Lavone Britton and Lowell Britton. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Billy Darryl Taylor 1940 - 2018 Funeral Service for Mr. Billy Darryl Taylor, 78, of Alexander City, will be Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Randy Anderson and Rev. Clyde Coker will officiate. Burial will follow in the Alexander City Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mr. Taylor passed away on Friday, August 24, 2018 at Russell Medical. He was born on February 25, 1940 in Alexander City, Alabama to John Will Taylor and Mary Alford Taylor. He was a retired local Builder that was well known. He loved his family dearly and always had a good time with his siblings growing up. He also enjoyed vegetable gardening, fishing, Nascar, Alabama Football, and classic vehicles. He is survived by his sons, John Barrett Taylor and Timothy Lee Taylor; brothers, Saron Taylor (Wynona) and Johnny Taylor (Susan); sisters, Ann Love (Bill), Alicia Haggerty (John) and Jeanine Keel (Chris) and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Joyce Bowen Taylor, parents, and a niece, Laura Love Gipson. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Michael Williams Mr. Michael Williams 55 of Dadeville, AL died on Monday, August 27, 2018 at his residence. Funeral arrangements pending through Armour’s Memorial Funeral Home.

Mr. J. B. Crawford Mr. J. B. Crawford of Rockford, Alabama passed away Saturday, August 25, 2018 at the Bill Nichols Veteran Home. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Wright’s Funeral Home.

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far more than the 10-mils back as the state legislature adds money to the foundation program. State funding reached an all time high in 2008. Tallapoosa County received $6,074.24 from the state for every student enrolled while Alexander City received $5,545.05. The 2018 budget finally got state funding per student nearly back to the 2008 level, but many systems still struggle. With state funding nearly equal to the highest levels ever on a per student basis, Windle says Tallapoosa County Schools are not seeing the increase from the state. “Since 2008, we have seen per student state funding decline 17.8 percent,” Windle said. “That is the second largest reduction in state spending in the nation. Only Oklahoma has lost more.” One reason for the decrease in funding is decreased enrollment. Between fiscal years 2009 and 2017, county schools have lost 180 students system wide according to numbers from the Alabama State Department of Education. Alexander City Schools is no better having lost nearly 400 students in the same time frame. So while funding per pupil is the same at the state level, it can appear different at the local level as it is based on last year’s enrollment. It is why school officials harp on attendance, since it is easy funds to attain and a 10 student increase can fund another teacher. Administrators depend on federal and local funds to make up the gap left by state funding. Federal programs usually dictate underprivileged areas get more. According to the Alabama State Department of Education, Alexander City Schools received almost $200 less per student over Tallapoosa County Schools in 2017 where county schools received $1,466 per student and city schools $1,281. But that gap was much wider in 2008 when county schools received $1,530.15 per student compared to $972.98 in the city schools. In Alabama, some systems receive significant federal funding. In 2017 Barbour County led federal funding on a per pupil basis at more than $3,000 per pupil. Many Black Belt counties where unemployment is high received significant amounts as well. At the same time the top funded system in the state,

County, city school funding data ALEXANDER CITY SCHOOLS Year 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2016-17

ADM 3,446.05 3,399.80 3,281.10 3,179.10 3170.50 2,938.55 3,082.20 3,051.05

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$5,545.05 $5,319.33 $5,568.47 $5,797.50 $5663.00 $6,073.00 $5,864.00 $5896.00

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$1,977.19 $1,520.09 $1,084.23 $1,076.41 $1,049.00 $1,543.00 $1,545.00 $1,584.00

46 65 70 107 108 67 70 72

$8,495.22 $8,295.68 $8,261.69 $8,099.03 $8,048.00 $8,932.00 $8,544.00 $8,761.00

Rank 85 97 46 76 109 68 110 102

TALLAPOOSA COUNTY SCHOOLS Year 2008-9 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2016-17

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3,038.05 2,977.75 2,996.85 3,001.75 2,982.00 3,088.20 2,865.70 2,858.0

$6,074.24 $5,393.97 $5,292.47 $5,674.24 $5,859.00 $5,878.00 $6,265.00 $6,041.00

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$2,048.88 $1,940.61 $1,615.40 $1,430.84 $1,404.00 $1,489.00 $1,186.00 $1,309.00

Rank 37 33 35 48 54 69 99 98

All funds PS $9,653.27 $9,393.34 $8,928.40 $8,238.38 $8,512.00 $8,428.00 $8,846.00 $8,817.00

Rank 19 34 49 76 77 107 89 100

* PS — Per Student * ADM — (Average Daily Membership) Attendance * Source — Alabama State Department of Education

Mountain Brook received a paltry $171 per pupil. Mountain Brook leads the state in local funding at $7,001 per student in 2017. In the same year Tallapoosa County received $1,309 per pupil in local funds, Alexander City received $1,584 per student and Chambers County received $1,420. Macon County generated $1,881 in local funding for each student. Interestingly enough, Autauga County, where Prattville is located, generated just $664 per student in local funding in 2017 where the graduation rate was 91.51 percent in the same year, greater than the graduation rate in Tallapoosa County Schools at 90.32 percent. It is not surprising to most Mountain Brook leads in total funding at $12,811 per pupil in 2017, but what is interesting is Greene County is at No. 3 with $11,878 per pupil in total funding and Sumter County is at No. 6 with $11,430 per student in funding. Even Coosa County places at No. 28 with $10,124 per pupil in total funding, leading Opelika at No. 30 with $10,024 and Auburn at No. 79 with $9,106 per student. Elmore County is near the bottom at No. 134 out of 138 with $7,770 and Autauga County is No. 137 at $7,615 per student. But does funding equal quality education? Mountain Brook had more than 96 percent of its students graduating in 2017 while Greene

County had just 77.53 percent receiving a diploma. Sumter County had a graduation rate of 87.16 percent. Alexander City had a graduation rate of 91.24 percent and Tallapoosa County Schools had a graduation rate of 90.32 percent. Looking at those numbers, just funding education does not equate to a quality education. Following 2008, state funds were cut for education through lower collection of taxes. It was also the same time frame the economy was going downhill. Funding for education was based on projected revenues for the next year and could lead to problems like proration. The state prorated the education budgets in 2009, 2010 and 2011 due to revenues not matching expectations. Proration wrecked havoc with education budgets across the state. Funds were promised in the summer, but come January or February when collections were waning, state officials would cut funding for the remainder of the fiscal year making things extremely difficult. It would be something along the lines of financing a car based on today’s salary and a promising outlook for a raise next year, but in a few months the job is lost and the person is underemployed trying to cover the car payment by cutting elsewhere. School systems would start a program, hire personnel then have funding stripped. Officials

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would scrape pennies from transportation, capital plans, reserves and other areas to keep educators in the classroom. The issue of back to back to back proration made things worse until Alabama legislators removed the projected revenue model of budgeting to the 15 year rolling average for the 2012 fiscal year. There has not been a prorated budget since. Local funding has filled the gap when the state has not. Three years ago, the Tallapoosa County Commission passed a 1-cent sales tax to help the county schools meet the state mandated one month’s operating reserve. Now that the reserve has been met, the commission is looking at rescinding the tax to open discussion about schools across Tallapoosa County since the tax as it is written now cannot be used to purchase bonds for larger projects and to make sure the county schools have plans going forward. The idea behind eliminating the sales tax has led to a request from Dr. Darrell Cooper and the Alexander City Schools. “We have asked if they do away with it, they give some notice and do it on a fiscal year,” Cooper said. “We can better plan for not receiving the funds that way. To do away with it in the middle of budget year could lead to prob-

lems but we would still be OK.” Local funding, whether through a sales tax or property tax, is the only way for local schools to solve the funding issue of education. Former state representative and state senator John Rice spoke to the commission earlier this month in support of the 1-cent sales tax. Rice, along with Lester White were

instrumental in getting the last local funding increase in Tallapoosa County in 1989 when a 1-cent sales tax was enacted to overcome a similar crisis in the county schools. It is still in place today. “There is only so much outside help you can get,” Rice said. “Then you have to start depending on yourself.”

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e can all agree education is important. It is the backbone of the community. An education can lead to the success of an area through workforce and economic development. There are two current issues in Tallapoosa County involving education which deserve attention. First is the school funding. The Tallapoosa County Commission is trying to decide what is best for three school systems it has some input in – Alexander City Schools, Tallapoosa County Schools and Tallassee City Schools. The commission is contemplating what to do with a 1-cent sales tax. They are asking for input from school leaders as to their plans for education in the coming years. Do they keep it in place? Do they make it so the schools can sell bonds based on its revenue for larger projects? Do they make a push for a property tax increase? Or are there other ideas to consider? The other is the superintendent search in Alexander City to follow Dr. Darrell Cooper. Stakeholders are being asked for input in what they want to see in leadership going forward through a meeting Thursday and online survey. All groups are seeking input for decisions on subjects that will affect the area for decades. The Outlook commends those who are slowing the process down and seeking input from all the stakeholders to make good decisions. We also commend the commission for sticking their neck out to one put in place the one-cent sales tax to help with an immediate need, but also for making sure the monies are spent in a wise manner. The Outlook challenges the schools to be transparent in their needs and plans with all where they can. The Outlook also wants the public to make their voice heard in the matters as well. We want you to share your ideas with the commission on school funding and all about your vision for education going forward. We want you to share your thoughts on what should be considered. The Outlook also wants to task decision makers to listen to the stakeholders and talk with everyone through the process so the decisions and the process is transparent to all.

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here is no shortage of columns which could be written to honor Sen. John McCain’s legacy, from touting his military career to silencing his critics who never served. Others focus on naming a Senate building or aircraft carrier after him, and that’s fine. But I think the best thing we could do to honor a great American patriot is to once again pass his greatest political legacy, the McCain-Feingold campaign finance law, to save our country from foreign donors. What I first remember about McCain was winning his seat in Congress, then replacing retiring Sen. Barry Goldwater as a foot soldier in the Reagan revolution. He had an admirable military record and was a quick wit and sharp debater. As a graduate student in Wisconsin, I had read Wall Street Journal editorials praising Democratic Wisconsin Sen. Russ Feingold and his gift-ban idea, so I chose to intern for him. He was a class act as a politician, but this idea about limiting the power of the privileged to buy legislation, special exemptions and corruption really appealed to me. It was no surprise to me McCain became the chief GOP ally and eventual co-sponsor of the bill. In 2000, I became a McCain volunteer, tirelessly work-

JOHN TURES Columnist ing Republican meetings to drum up support for him in Delaware. Despite widespread public support and majority votes in the Senate, a small minority of senators were able to block the bill for years, until finally it broke through and George W. Bush signed it into law. The law worked too. In my analysis of one part of the bill, the “Millionaire’s Amendment,” (which allowed non-millionaires to match the financial power of those buying a seat) I found only one of 23 of those trying to buy a seat by loaning themselves a million dollars won, and that’s because one Texas millionaire beat another Texas millionaire. The will of the American people was then thwarted with the Citizens United case, one of the worse cases of judicial malfeasance in American history. Here’s why. The case didn’t cover the question before it, which is whether donors to an anti-Hillary video could be revealed. The Citizens United ruling struck down campaign finance limits, which was not the question being discussed; thus justifying the ruling’s sham

designation. Since this horrible ruling, you should see what’s happened to America. We’ve had the biggest political corruption outbreak since the Teapot Dome scandal, with political fundraising machinations worse than CREEP from the Nixon era. And that’s not even the worst of it. Now Russian oligarchs can out-donate American citizens, and we haven’t even fully figured out how China is getting involved. If Americans want to stay sovereign, we’ve got to get back to the time before Citizens United. And that means passing a McCain-Feingold bill, one that not only creates a level field for free speech and contributions, but also sharply regulates foreign influence over our system of government, especially when it comes from shady banks abroad. McCain served his country nobly. If you’re wondering how you could do something similar for your country, you’ve got your answer here. Work to pass a bill limiting the power of the few, and foreign powers, from controlling our politics. John A. Tures is a professor of political science at LaGrange College in Georgia. He can be reached at jtures@ lagrange.edu. His Twitter account is @JohnTures2.

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Dear Editor, It’s back to school time — new clothes, new backpacks, new schools and new friends. But for some children, old fears arise. For the student who stutters, the beginning of the school year is a time fraught

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Wednesday, August 29

GRIEF RECOVERY: Radney Funeral Home and Trinity Campus of the First United Methodist Church are sponsoring a Grief Recovery Support Group starting Wednesday, August 29 at 6 p.m. on the Trinity Campus of the First United Methodist Church next to Russell Medical. This is a 13-week program. For more information call 256-234-2455.

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CHEESE BALLS: The United Methodist Women of the Alexander City First United Methodist Church will be taking orders for cheese balls from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30. There are four flavors to pick from including Spicy Seniorita, Olde English Cheddar and Olde English Bleu. Order forms can be picked up in the church office and orders can be placed on the church’s website at alexcityfumc.org. Cheese balls can be picked up Tuesday, Nov. 6.

Sunday, September 2

PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: Mt. Zion East Missionary Baptist is celebrating 15th anniversary of faithful service honoring Rev. and Sister Jimmy Thomas Sunday, September 2. Guest minister is Rev. Justin Freeman, pastor of New Canaan Baptist in Camp Hill. FAMILY REUNION: The Harry family reunion will be Sunday, Sept. 2 at the New Site Town Hall. Bring a covered dish.

Tuesday, September 4

USHER MEETING: Early Rose District Ushers will have a meeting 5 p.m. Tuesday, September 4 at the Early Rose District Center. MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have their Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday, September 5 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and a small donation.

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PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Comer Methodist Men’s Club is hosting its monthly pancake breakfast Saturday, September 8 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. It is eat-in or carry-out and costs $6 a plate. BENEFIT RIDE: There will be a benefit ride to help pay the funeral cost of 12-year-old Dakota Reeves Sept. 8. Registration is from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Sportplex on the Highway 22 side in the first parking lot on the left. Kickstands up is at 10 a.m. Scott Vick is leading the ride. Cost is $20 a bike and $5 a passenger. There will be a 50/50 drawing and door prizes. You do not have to ride to help. You can stop by Radney’s Funeral Home in Alexander City and make a donation towards Dakota’s funeral cost. For more information contact Pattie McLain at 256-267-5374, Scott Vick at 256-404-3841, Ike Smith at 256-7860796 or Chris Ward at 256-749-8664.

Sunday, September 9

CHURCH HOMECOMING: Equality United Methodist Church is hosting a homecoming celebration Sunday, September 9 at 10 a.m. with music by the Mike Lowery Trio and Rev. Leroy Shaw bringing the message. The church is located on Highway 259 in Equality.

Monday, September 10

HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dolores Hydock will be presenting “Fools for Love: Fads and Fancies of Regency England” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, September 10 at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and membership is $20 a person or $30 per couple for each semester.

Tuesday, September 11

PRAYER WALK: The Alexander City Area Ministerial Association is sponsoring a prayer walk, from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. starting in the parking lot of Benjamin Russell High School.

Thursday, September 13

DEMOCRAT RALLY: Walt Maddox, the Democrat nominee for governor, and other area candidates will speak at a Democrat rally at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, September 13 at the Mill Two Eighty in Alexander City.

Monday, September 17

HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Susan Webb will be presenting “Noah Webster, America’s Forgotten Founding Father: More than the Dictionary” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, September 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and membership is $20 a person or $30 per couple for each semester.

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HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Ruth Cook will be presenting “North Across the River: A Civil War Trail of Tears” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, September 24 at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and membership is $20 a person or $30 per couple for each semester.

Monday, October 1

HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Terry Robbins will be presenting “George Jones: The Crown Prince of Country Music” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, October 1 at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and membership is $20 a person or $30 per couple for each semester.

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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: The Alexander City Police Department and the Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating the 35th National Night Out Tuesday, October 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Strand Park. Officers from the Alexander City Police Department, Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department and the Alexander City Fire Department along with first responders, churches and local government officials will have an opportunity to hand out safety information. There will be free hot dogs, a

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HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. Mark Conversino will be presenting to Horizons Unlimited Monday, October 15 at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and membership is $20 a person or $30 per couple for each semester.

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HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Nancy Anderson will be presenting “The World of Childhood: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, To Kill a Mockingbird and The Kite Runner” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, October 22 at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Registration starts at 1 p.m. and membership is $20 a person or $30 per couple for each semester.

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THROW AWAY DAYS: The Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership and the Tallapoosa County Commission are holding Throw Away Days October 15-16. Dumpster locations have not yet been determined and will be available at no charge to residents.

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FALL FEST: First Baptist Church of Alexander City is hosting a Fall Fest from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Family Life Center. The public is invited.

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GRIEF SHARE: Sessions for Grief Share will be at the Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church starting August 29 and will be held on Wednesdays through November 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The seminar is sponsored Radney Funeral Home and First United Methodist Church. The group is designed to help rebuild your life after the loss of a spouse, child, family member or friend. Weekly sessions are self-contained and open meaning a person can join at any time. It is not necessary to preregister. For more information call 256-2342455 or 256-749-9354. FIRST SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP: Duncan United Methodist Church is hosting First Sunday Fellowship starting July 1. There will be a meal filled with friendship, fellowship and lots of fun starting at 5 p.m. at the clubhouse adjoining the church. Rev. Wayne Hicks is the pastor. COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: This group meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Trinity Campus FUMC next to Russell Medical. Meetings will resume in September. All cancer patients and family members are welcome. If you are interested, please contact Andrea Peacock 256-749-1134 or andreapeacock60@gmail.com. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Red Ridge United Methodist Church in Dadeville hosts an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Sunday at 6 p.m.

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PUZZLES & HOROSCOPE ARIES (March 21-April 19) The constriction you felt in the morning could vanish by the afternoon. At that point, you won’t care less about what was going on in the morning. Don’t be too cavalier, or it could backĂ„re. If you seem too chipper, others could get jealous. Tonight: Be more easygoing. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Focus on what is signiĂ„cant to you in the morning; you will want the rest of the day for research and reĂ…ection. A close loved one might not be as supportive as you would like him or her to be. Remember that we all come from diɈerent experiences. Tonight: Catch some zzz’s. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You could be wondering what is going on. First, you run into a demanding boss or key person in your life. Your instincts tell you to try logic, but that is not likely to work right now. In fact, for some people, frustration and anger could be building. Tonight: Be more diplomatic. CANCER (June 21-July 22) Follow your instincts in the morning. In the afternoon, you’ll have to deal with someone’s irritable mood. Tension could be so high that an argument breaks out between you. Try not to hit this person below the belt with a sharp comment. Tonight: Choose a favorite stress-buster. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You could Ă„nd that a discussion propels you into never-never land. What you visualize as a potential possibility might be impossible for others to wrap their minds around. You might want to follow through on your idea and test it out. Tonight: Work with the moment. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Others will seek you out early on. You might feel as if you are dealing with the impossible. By noon, if not earlier, you’ll decide to deal with each individual directly. Others appreciate what you are doing and let you know. Tonight: Treat a friend to dinner and drinks.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Be more supportive of yourself. Understand what you need to do in order to Änish a project. You might not have as much control over your life in the afternoon, when others seek you out. Be selective in your choices. You have tasks to complete! Tonight: Celebrate a change. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You could have a problem with a boss or someone who has a big impact on your life. Stay upbeat, and try to understand the core issue. Your positive attitude deÄnes the results. Don’t make problems where there aren’t any. All’s well that ends well. Tonight: Don’t lose your focus. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) You are full of get-up-and-go. You’ll handle a personal matter in the morning. Clear out as much as you can, yet be OK with needing to continue the resolution later. Note the creative surge you experience in the afternoon. Use it to your advantage. Tonight: Go full speed ahead! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Stay centered, knowing full well what is too much to take on. You gain success through perseverance; forget being a superhero. Focus your energy on resolving an important domestic issue later in the day. You’ll be glad that you did. Tonight: Go for a power nap if you need it. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Your grumbling over a monetary issue could point to a constructive outcome. Too much generosity will not serve you well. Be sensitive to your budget. How you see an impending interaction could deÄne the results. Tonight: Visualize positive possibilities. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Clear out a hassle quickly in the morning. If you can identify with the other party involved, the solution will appear easily and let you see the matter in a new light. Go buy a token of appreciation that is long overdue. Tonight: Try not to overspend while out shopping!

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The Learning Tree, Inc. is Accepting Applications for 2nd, 3rd and Weekend shifts for Direct Care Applications can be picked up at: 101 S. Dubois Street Tallassee, AL 36078 Or contact Shatia Carr (334)252-0025 Ext. 101 Email: Scarr@learning-tree.org General Laborer -Light Machining -Metal Cutting -Some Welding -Miscellaneous Tasks Pay DOE & ability. Must be able to pass a drug test. Please call 256-234-6699 Maintenance Man Needed Must have own transportation & basic tools. Alex City area. 256-409-9110.

Residential Electricians and helpers needed Local Work Please send work experience/references to: bobclowdus@clowdus electric.com Call:256-596-0180 An opportunity for a young person to learn good trade

We Are Looking to Fill the Following Positions: 1. RN/LPN Nursing Supervisor 2. Caregivers Provide appropriate care and supervision to Elderly and Disabled individuals. Call us at 256-342-5222 or email: aohcs08@gmail.com

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The Outlook

THE BORN LOSER ® By Art and Chip Sansom

GARFIELD® By Jim Davis

BIG NATE® By Lincoln Peirce

ALLEY OOP® By Dave Graue and Jack Bender

THE GRIZZWELLS® By Bill Schorr

ARLO & JANIS® By Jimmy Johnson

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FRANK AND EARNEST® By Bob Thaves

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Auctions & Sales

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Community Events

Looking for a home? Look in our classifieds section and learn of great deals for you and your family.

Real Estate Homes For Sale LAKE MARTIN HOME FOR SALE ON LEASED PROPERTY, Furnished $70,000, Lot Rent $400 monthly w/2year renewable lease. Details and Pictures on Zillow. 772 Shoreline Drive, Jacksons Gap call 706-773-9378.

For Sale: $76,500 1227 6th Street, Alex City Main House- 2BR/1BA, Kitchen, Large Den Guest House-2BR/1BA Call Amy Duncan for Showing: 256-212-2222 Lake Martin Realty

Merchandise Furniture & Appliances Kenmore Washer & Dryer White. Good condition $125 each. 256-750-3314

Hay, Feed & Grain Hay For Sale Well fertilized Local delivery $45 per bale

Call: 334-415-0682

Miscellaneous For Sale Micheline Defender Tires 215/60R16. 80K mile tires, only 40,000 miles on them, have been rotated every 3,000 miles. $200 Available Friday. 256-749-1644 HOMEMADE QUILTS Alabama & Auburn Or Variety of Pattern Quilts: Available in King, Queen, Full, Twin & Crib Call 256-234-4335 for more information.

Transportation Automobiles

Boats & Watercraft For Sale: Aluminum deep hull ¿VKLQJ ERDW ¶ $OXPDZHOG &DOO

1999 Chevrolet Blazer 4-door. V6 Vortech, automatic tranmission, A/C good, tires good, transmission 7 months old. Asking $3000 OBO (334)303-3019 Call after 4pm Sailboat, Aqua Cat 12.5 Catamaran, Extra sail, trailer, 4 life vests, 2 paddles, used for years on Lake Martin Asking $450 Call: 334-272-9396 or 334-301-1810

Mayberry Park Apartments Now taking applications Under New Management Hours are Mon & Wed 8:00am-5:00pm 169 E.Cass St. Dadeville, AL 36853 256-825-0410

Available Now!! AVAILABLE NOW!!! 3BR-starting at $478 2BR-starting at $419 1BR-starting at $374 Kitchen furnished w/appliances, sewer/water/garbage services provided. Highland Ridge Apartments located in Goodwater. 2I¿FH KRXUV SP SP &DOO

HOUSE FOR RENT 802 North Bridge St. Wetumpka, AL 2 bedroom/1 bath, unfurnished, 150-foot backyard. No pets. 5 min to Wind Creek Casino Wetumpka. $400 month $400 deposit 973-768-7242 egeeter@aol.com

Clean 2BR Furnished/Unfurnished. Good locale. Alex City. No pets. Lawn care provided $320+. 256-212-9858.

135 Brookside Drive Alex City 3BR/2BA New siding. Kitchen appliances. Fans, lights DQG VRPH ÀRRULQJ )HQFHG areas. $89,500 Owner 805-462-8342

Manufactured Home Lots Under New Management $225 Lot Rent Single Wide Call: 256-749-3513 or 225-791-2930

Rentals Apartments

Resort and Vacation Rentals Looking for a home? Look in our classifieds section and learn of great deals for you and your family.

NEW LISTING!!! For Sale 2005 Chrysler 300 Excellent conditions, 1 owner, well maintained and serviced, dark blue regspraggins@charter.net Call 256-794-5430 $4,800

1993 14-foot Sylvan V-hull Boat w/drive-on trailer, 30 HP Evinrude motor, live well, WUROOLQJ PRWRU GHSWK ¿QGHU rod holders. Asking $2800 Call Tom @ 256-307-1423 Sell your home in the classifieds call 256.277.4219.

Recreational Vehicles

Small house on Lake Martin 2BR/1BA Jackson’s Gap area $750/month + $750 deposit (256)212-3058

1 Bedroom House, Large rooms. $375 monthly $375 deposit. CH&A NO PETS! (256)329-0870.

FOR SALE by owner. 2BR/1.5BA, 2SHQ ÀRRUSODQ DF 1BR guesthouse. 5HDG\ IRU PRYH LQ 6LJQ RQ $/ +Z\ PL VRXWK RI 'DGHYLOOH &DOO *HRUJH

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FOR RENT 3BR/2BA Home in Stillwaters, Dadeville 2,600 sq.ft., 500 sq.ft of basement storage available $975/month 334-444-2165

Garage Sales Moving Sale 126 Fairlane Circle, Alex City Saturday Sept. 1 7am-1pm Misc. household items, womens clothing, exercise equipment, some furniture.

Apartments

Cabin in the Woods Atop Lookout Mountain 1 mile from Mentone Village. $300 for four nights. Accommodates four people. (205)903-4223

PRICE REDUCED!! For Sale: 2014 Nissan Altima S 2.5 4-door sedan. 83,150 miles. Excellent condition, well-maintained & serviced. Adult driven, never smoked in. Had spoiler on rear. Sharp-looking car. 32 average mpg/38 highway. Asking $7,999, will consider best offer. Call 334-283-2827. Leave name & number if no answer.

1998 Buick Lesabre Great running condition. 146,000 miles $2,000.00 or obo. (205)475-3530 ,

Looking for a home? Look in our classifieds section and learn of great deals for you and your family.

2015 Wildwood 24 foot camper by Forrest River Auto slide, awning and jacks Nice, big bath, nonsmoker Used very little Asking $15,000 Call (256) 596-0019 or (256) 596-0018

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The consistent favorite over the years, she said, is Old English Cheddar, which is a traditional strong cheese, with a very smooth texture and rolled in nuts. The Holiday option is seasoned with red and green bell peppers and made with a creamy cheese base. Young also said she noticed the favorite of most men happened to be English Bleu. Rolled in fresh parsley, Young said it is a popular choice because it can be paired with many other dishes. The cheeseballs are packaged and frozen. Young said they last for a year, but she suggests using them within six months. The proceeds of the sales are not designated for one specific purpose, but benefit things the United Methodist Women support, Young said. She said it has been used to fund foster families and support numerous local charitable organizations like Angel Tree and SaveA-Life and it also supports in-house ministries like Feast of the Sharing. “Our goal is really to meet local needs,� Young said. “We either donate to something or do something.� Orders will be taken from Sept. 1 until Sept. 30. Order forms are available online at alexcityfumc. org or at the church office. Orders can be placed by returning an order form to the church office with payment. Pickup will be Tuesday, Nov. 6.

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AASB Director of Leadership Development Susan Salter said this process is standard for how the state organization works with local school boards in hiring a new superintendent. While the local board has a choice as to whether or not it wants to hold a meeting like Thursday’s, Salter said both the meeting and the survey serve a similar purpose, giving local stakeholders the chance to have their voices heard and taken into account as the process moves forward. “We ask things like, ‘What experience do you think a superintendent should have?’ ‘How familiar should they be with things like preparing budgets?,’ things like that,� Salter said. “They are designed to help us bring the best candidates to the table and help the board select the right person for the position.� Along with the main public meeting Thursday evening, Salter said representatives from the AASB will be holding

focus groups with local groups and organizations to hear from community members in a fairly detailed setting. However, after the survey results are in and representatives from the community have been heard from, all of this will be considered as the process moves to the next step. “This lets us know what the community support is and what the community is thinking,� Salter said. “It may reveal things the board might not have been aware of. It’s a good way to take the pulse of the public.� While his role in the process is more of a supportive one, Cooper said he will do what he can to support the board and the process. He also expressed how beneficial having this survey and meeting open and available to the public can be as the board moves forward. With this being such a huge and important item, Cooper felt the process utilized by the AASB is thorough and is beneficial to everyone involved.

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“This provides them (the AASB and the school board) with a lot of feedback, which they can use when advertising the job and narrowing the candidates down,� Cooper said. “It’s important to have people from all areas involved, including business and government leaders, parents, students and others in the community. Everyone’s voice is important.� Ransaw added, “This is very important to us. We need our community’s involvement. It is very crucial for everyone to get involved. We need everyone to come out and be a part of this.� Thursday night’s meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the board of education offices, while the survey will be open until Friday evening. The survey can be found at www.surveymonkey.com/r/ AlexCity2018, while a link can also be found on the Alexander City Schools website under the District News header on the main page.

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MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE

cellation. JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee/Transferee The above mortgage foreclosure sale has been postponed until 10/18/2018 during the legal hours of sale in front of the main entrance of the courthouse in the City of Dadeville, Tallapoosa County, Alabama.

PUBLIC NOTICE Auction: abandoned vehicle, 1986 Vanagon, Volkswagen, Vin# WV2YBO252GH079299 highest bidder 09/23/18 8am, 1856 Simpson St. Alex City. Alexander City Outlook: Aug. 28 and Sept. 4, 2018 AV/86 VOLKSWAGEN PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF TALLAPOOSA COUNTY, ALABAMA ALEXANDER CITY DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: THE ESTATE OF RUBEN WAYNE WHITLOW, DECEASED CASE NO: 2018-0115 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT TO BE PUBLISHED BY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Letters Testamentary on the estate of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 25th day of July, 2018, by the Honorable Bonita Caldwell, Judge of Probate of Tallapoosa County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within time allowed by law or the same will be barred. Jackie Burcham Whitlow, Personal Representative Charles R. Gillenwaters, PO Box 2129, Alexander City, AL 35011, 256-234-5018 Alexander City Outlook: Aug. 21, 28 and Sept. 4, 2018 EST/WHITLOW, R.

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Cotney excels in debut of new offense By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Being a quarterback is one of those positions where you’re always in the spotlight. When your team does well, you’re heralded as a hero; but when your team does poorly, it seems like it somehow always falls on your shoulders. Cotney Being the three-year starting quarterback of the hometown high school football

team brings with it even that much more pressure, and being that guy when a new offense is introduced and a new coach is at the helm could make anyone buckle. But Landon Cotney did not. In fact, the Benjamin Russell senior directed that new offense with poise and precision against Beauregard on Friday night and gave that new coach something to celebrate in his debut. Cotney is the Outlook Player of the See COTNEY • Page 12

Landon Cotney, Benjamin Russell Grade and position: Senior quarterback Measurements: 5-foot-11, 175 pounds Parents: Steve Cotney and Sherry Kosier Favorite team: Clemson Athlete most admired: Deshaun Watson Statistics: Cotney threw three touchdown passes and ran for another pair of scores during Friday night’s victory over Beauregard.

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Benjamin Russell’s Baylee Adkins gets into position during a game last season. Adkins is one of two returning starters for the Wildcats this year.

Young squad on the horizon for BRHS By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Only two starters return from last year’s Benjamin Russell volleyball team, which is also under the direction of a new head coach for the first time in a quarter-century. Despite that, the Wildcats are focused on improvement as the season opener is just around the corner. “Any time you’re a coach, your goal is to win a state championship,” BRHS first-year coach Magan Ford said. “But I told them if we end better than we started, we’re moving in the right direction. We only have two returning starters so a state championship is a tall order, but if we end better than we started, then we’ve set the table for next year.”

Not only do the Wildcats have only two returners, they also have only two seniors. Baylee Adkins is expected to be the heartbeat of the team. She’s taking up the libero position but came on strong last year as a defensive specialist in the back row. Makenzie Davis, a junior setter, is also returning this season. “The two of have them have been really strong for us so far in practice with such a young team,” Ford said. “Baylee Adkins, I can’t say enough good things about her. With Makenzie, after seeing her last year, I didn’t know if she had it in her but she’s really surprised me with becoming a leader for this team.” Keke Jackson and Davis will split time as the setter. Bre Smith and Brooklyn Edwards will be the middle

hitters, while outside hitters will be Sarah Rogers and Timira Lawson. All five of those girls are juniors. Taylor Harris, a freshman, will be playing right side. “We really want to see a lot from our middle hitters with Bre and Brooklyn,” Ford said. “They give us some good hits. Taylor, she’s playing right side and we want her to give us some good blocks and swings. Sarah and Timira can hit too but they are also both smart in terms of when they swing and when they can’t get in a hit.” Bailey Underwood and Cheaney Keel will rotate in on the back, and Jackson Ray and Handley Owens will play more specific roles such as serving specialists. Owens is the only See WILDCATS • Page 12

Generals reign supreme against Dadeville By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

It was pretty clear Monday’s matchup between Horseshoe Bend and Dadeville was the first volleyball game of the season around the area. Both teams looked a bit sluggish defensively and a bit unwieldy offensively. But Horseshoe Bend mounted a comeback in each of the first two sets then dominated Set 3 to take a sweep from the Tigers. “I feel like they got flustered and frustrated,” Dadeville coach Felicia Edwards said. “They just kind of gave up (in the third set) and weren’t concentrating.” It was easy for the Tigers to get frustrated after letting both of the first two sets slip away. Although both games were back and forth and came down to the wire, See GENERALS • Page 12

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Horseshoe Bend’s Maggie Wood, left, puts down a block against Dadeville’s D’Aja Caldwell (12) and India Miller (10) on Monday.

inally, it’s time. It was a long, arduous summer, but we made it to football season. Congratulations to us all. Now, below are the predictions for the year’s first week that will be so accurate you wonder why we even play the games… Ole Miss v. Texas Tech: The over/ under for this game has to be “infinity and a half.” Both teams treat defense like Urban Meyer treats competent public relations firms. My preseason favorite for SEC Offensive Player of the Year is the Rebels’ A.J. Brown and I am betting he gets into the end zone at least three times Saturday. Ole Miss 52, Texas Tech 48 Notre Dame v. Michigan: The Auburn-Washington game is technically the more important match up, but this rivalry-renewed means more than you think. Whichever team wins will get an incredible amount of unjust hype; whichever team loses will receive an incredible amount of unjust criticism. I want to pick Michigan here, but the Fighting Irish are at home and that makes the difference. Notre Dame 23, Michigan 21 Tennessee v. West Virginia: The Volunteers’ new regime is recruiting very well. With that being said, I bet they are an SEC threat again in two to three years. Unfortunately, this year UT is my selection for the worst team in the SEC East. Meanwhile, West Virginia has Florida-transfer Will Grier at quarterback and his stock is hotter than the couches the Mountaineer fans are sure to burn after beating Tennessee soundly. West Virginia 41, UT 14 Alabama v. Louisville: Jalens Hurts? Tua Tagovailoa? I am not sure it would matter if the Tide started the lesser known “Talen Hurtsovailoa” at quarterback, Louisville is simply outmatched in this game. Now, I will say this: I believe wholeheartedly Louisville covers the 25-point spread in this one. The Cardinals will throw the ball a lot at UA’s inexperienced secondary and undoubtedly have some success. The problem is the Cards won’t be able to stop Alabama offensively. ’Bama 42, Louisville 24 LSU v. Miami: SEC fans must unite to say a prayer the Tigers can pull this win out. As long as the current head coach is in place in Baton Rouge, LSU will not be able to reach its full potential. Sadly, Miami is just too good to lose this one and the death march to Coach Ed Orgeron’s coaching career begins. Miami 28, LSU 13 Auburn v. Washington: My gut tells me Auburn wins this one. However, I am in dire need of probiotics so I am not sure my gut can be trusted. Besides, I predicted the Huskies to make the College Football Playoff and I can’t back off of that now. Washington 30, AU 29 Luke Robinson is a regular columnist and contributor to Lake Martin Living and BMetro.

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Keels win Birdies & Bass tourney STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Lakewinds hosted its first Birdies & Bass tournament this weekend, and it was part golfing and part fishing. Each duo shot nine holes then the weight of the bass they caught was subtracted from their golfing total to get their final score. Matthew Keel and Deawood Keel reigned supreme, and it was their golf score that carried them to victory. The Keels shot 30 on the course and finished with 4.32 pounds of bass for a final score of 25.68. The teams in second, third and fourth place both had big bags to combat their golfing scores. Kevin Scott and Sawyer Scott finished second overall with a final score of 26.33. They carded a 35 then caught 8.67 pounds. Mark Ballard and David Major caught the most fish with a total bag of 10.52. That helped their golf score of 37, giving them an overall score of 26.48, which was good enough for third.

Taking fourth place was Jeff Hardy and Reese McCallister, who shot 36 and caught 9.39 pounds. The Big Fish award went to Derik Johnson.

CROSS COUNTRY Horseshoe Bend opens season at Montevallo

Under the lights, Horseshoe Bend’s cross country team kicked off the season at the Montevallo Twilight Run on Friday night. The best finish of the game came for Baylor Turner in the girls 5,000-meter run. She took 36th overall in 34:27.25. On the boys side, Grady James had the top place in the 5,000. He clocked in at 24:55.70, which was good enough for 57th, and following directly behind him was Jarrett Bice in 24:58.12. In the girls 3,200 run, Rebecca Rasbury had the best finish for the Generals. She placed 65th in 18:50.58. Also placing in the top 100 was Stacy Peters (19:03.47, 68th place); Brityn Spence (19:54.05, 78th); and Katie Rasbury (19:59.29, 79th).

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Matthew Keel, left, and Deawood Keel pose with their bass after winning the Birdies & Bass tournament at Lakewinds this weekend.

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Week. “I really try not to think too much about pressure and try not to let it affect me,” Cotney said. “I’ve gotten a lot more comfortable over the years that I’ve been starting.” Cotney’s used to be in that quarterback limelight, too. He’s been playing football since he was in third grade and has been the guy taking snaps since fifth grade. And Friday night against the Hornets, Cotney looked like he had been playing football his whole life. “When he gets consistent, he’s as good as any quarterback in the state,” Benjamin Russell coach Kevin Smith said. “He ran things very efficiently, and we knew he could be that good.” Cotney was a big part of all five touchdowns for the Wildcats in their 35-20 victory over Beauregard to open the season. He had a trio of perfectly placed passes that went for scores, including a game-changing 63-yard touchdown pass

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Benjamin Russell quarterback Landon Cotney (6) is the Outlook Player of the Week.

to Ryan Willis. He also threw touchdowns to Nick McGhee and Za Stowes, and he did quite

a bit of work on his feet. Cotney scored on the ground from 18 and 26 yards out.

“What he found the other night is kinda what we’ve been waiting on and that is that he’s

really fast,” Smith said. “He’s one of the fastest kids we’ve got on the team, and when he understands that his legs are a true weapon and he starts using them, he’s going to really see some success. That puts a lot of pressure on the defense and that’s what Beauregard found out.” Although a lot of people might put BRHS’ win directly on Cotney’s shoulder, the quarterback was quick to give his teammates most of the credit. The Wildcats have been working all summer on installing a spread offense with more run-pass option plays, and they managed to get several receivers involved in the action. “I feel like it was good that we threw it around and everybody got a couple catches the other day,” Cotney said. “It really opens up so the defense can’t key in on one person. It’s a lot better to have more options. When you’re throwing the ball around, it’s a lot more fun having more people out there.”

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other senior on the team besides Adkins. Ford is expecting serving to be a big strength for the Wildcats. “We could put anybody back there and everyone has a strong serve,” she said. “I like our quickness; we’re very quick to the ball. Every coach hopes they can get good passes and swings, but I think our passes will really give us some advantages.”

Benjamin Russell is now in an area with Opelika and Russell County, and while Opelika is always a powerhouse in volleyball, Ford is unsure what to expect from Russell County. But before area play starts, there’s still a lot of time to get those kinks out. The Wildcats open the season Thursday with a tri-match against Elmore County and Horseshoe Bend with the Generals hosting.

SPORTS CALENDAR Tuesday, Aug. 28 High school volleyball Reeltown at Holtville, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30 High school football Reeltown at Dadeville, 7 p.m. Middle school football Stanhope Elmore at Alex City High school volleyball Benjamin Russell, Elmore County at Horseshoe Bend, 5 p.m. Central Coosa, Woodland at Clay Central, 4:30 p.m. Randolph County at Reeltown, 4:30 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 31 High school football Benjamin Russell at Central Clay County, 7 p.m. Holtville at Central Coosa, 7 p.m. Horseshoe Bend at Donoho, 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 1 High school volleyball Benjamin Russell at Briarwoood Tournament, TBA Horseshoe Bend at Lincoln Invitational, 8 a.m. High school cross country Benjamin Russell, Horseshoe Bend in Yellow Jacket Invitational at Oxford, 8:15 a.m.

Dadeville had the chance at a set point in each. In the opening set, the Tigers led 24-23 before a service error allowed Horseshoe Bend to extend the game and eventually take a 27-25 victory. Then in Set 2, Dadeville committed an unforced error on set point and once again Horseshoe Bend won in extra points. “They came back and they didn’t give up,” Horseshoe Bend coach Julie Turner said. “Last year’s team, this early on, would’ve been like, ‘OK, we’re done,’ and they would’ve given up. They’re not as mentally tough as I would like for them to be but they are better than where they were at this point last year. I think we’re going to be OK but we need to be a little more aggressive overall.” Although the Generals walked away victorious, there were still a lot of obvious first-game jitters and things that needed to be cleaned up. “We had 12 serving errors in our first game, and you can’t win a lot of ballgames with that,” Turner said. “But I told the girls that we can’t dwell on what we’ve done wrong; we also have to think about that we did right. We do have to work on what we’ve done wrong though.” Horseshoe Bend’s Maggie Wood led either team with 10 kills and the Generals also got solid contributions from Jahia Jennings and Nadia Freeman, both of whom are new to varsity

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Horseshoe Bend’s Ashley Clanton prepares to serve against Dadeville on Monday. Clanton’s service run helped the Generals overcome a second-set deficit.

volleyball. “Nadia still has a lot of learning to do (because she’s new to the sport completely),” Turner said. “Jahia does too because that was her first varsity action. It’s a lot faster than what she’s used to but they both did well. I was pretty pleased with both of them. For the Tigers, things went downhill quickly after they let a lead

slip away in the second set. Dadeville led by as much as 15-10 midway through the frame, but when Ashley Clanton stepped up to the service line for the Generals, things turned around. Horseshoe Bend reeled off nine straight points and from there, the Tigers never recovered. Dadeville had only two kills in the final set and eventually lost 25-12.

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