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City to tear down Russell Main Office City council also approves lodging tax increase By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
Though many memories and emotions are tied to the structure, the Alexander City City Council approved
the demolition of the Russell Main Office building at Monday’s meeting. “It is a sentimental and emotional decision,� Alexander City Community Development Director Al Jones said. “It is hard to talk about.�
Jones said a recently conducted study informed the council approved show the building’s many deficiencies and would cost over $3 million to bring up to code. “Russell was not in the city limits,� Jones said. “It has no sprinkler system. It is not ADA compliant. It has mold.� With it being vacant and no air conditioning, Jones said the building
has deteriorated beyond repair. The only salvageable items that remain in the building are chandeliers and some old pictures. “It is hard to say,â€? Jones said. “The building has no historical or architectural value.â€? Jones said there was one other issue See COUNCIL • Page 3
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Rogers visits local officials By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
Alabama Congressman Mike Rogers passed through Tallapoosa County Monday on a whirlwind tour. Rogers had no events with the public in the predominately Republican county, but that did not stop him from visiting with a few people. Photographs on his Instagram account showed him visiting The Rogers Mill Two Eighty with Tammy Jackson, lunch with Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett and a meeting with Alexander City Mayor Jim Nabors where Russell Medical’s Jim Peace joined in. The Outlook did catch a few minutes with the U.S Representative outside Nabors office in city hall where healthcare and Medicaid expansion were the topics of conversation. “I just told (Nabors and Peace) I serve on the national security committees,â€? Rogers said when asked about solutions for rural healthcare. “I am just not conversed in this. I will try to find out when I get back to D.C. from the folks on the Energy and Commerce Committee which is the committee that has jurisdiction on this.â€? Rogers comments come on the heels of Russell Medical having a reduction in force last week where a lack of Medicaid expansion and more regulations were stated as the cause for many of the issues the medical system is facing. Rogers, who hails from Anniston, See ROGERS • Page 9
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With the first day of school a mere 24 hours away, the Alexander City Board of Education held a special-called meeting Monday morning to handle some last-minute personnel matters, while also discussing the timeline in the search for a new superintendent. During the meeting, Trevor Ramey was hired as an English teacher for Alexander City Middle School, Jayme Dewberry was brought on to teach math at Benjamin Russell High School and Cody Glenn was hired to serve as a paraprofessional at Benjamin Russell. The board also approved three resignations, one Family Medical Leave Act request, several contract renewals, a couple of paraprofessional contracts, seven student workers for the After the Bell program, three students to work with robotics programs throughout the system and an athletic supplement at ACMS. Along with the personnel matters, the See BOE • Page 9
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As students and parents prepare for another school year, remember the library can be a very important part of that preparation. The Adelia M. Russell Library and Mamie’s Place Children’s Library can provide the needed tools to make homework, class projects, book reports and studying less hectic. Homework Alabama (Tutor.com) can connect any student with a tutor for one-on-one guidance in most basic subjects. The Learning Express Library features a school center with mathematics and English language skills for elementary through high school. Along with that is a Career Prep Center, a High School Equivalency Center, a College Admissions section and more. For other reference needs, from reports to science projects, check out the Alabama Virtual Library. This reference See LIBRARY • Page 9
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DEAR ABBY: I have been dating my boyfriend for two years. We are the same age and have children from previous marriages. His are teenagers, and I have twin boys at home who are 6. Early on we discussed blending our families. Although he has been eager to be a part of my life and my family, he has been less than enthusiastic about opening up his own life to me. He takes vacations with his children and leaves me out. He also travels alone to places we have discussed going to together. If I say anything, he accuses me of being selfish. But if I plan anything with my own children, he always expects to be included. I’m getting fed up with it. I feel resentful living on the fringes of his world, while he expects to be at the center of mine. Am I selfish, or do I have a legitimate complaint? -- OFF BALANCE IN
Miss Dakota Cheyenne Reaves 2006 - 2018 Funeral Service for Miss Dakota Cheyenne Reaves, 12, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Friday, August 10, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Lonnie Phillips will officiate. Burial will follow in the Fellowship Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 9, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Miss Reaves passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018 at Russell Medical. She was born on June 7, 2006 in Alexander City, Alabama to William Dial “Moose” Reaves and Sheila Gulledge. Dakota enjoyed school and was looking forward to starting
middle school. She was an amazing, smart, funny, loving and caring young lady with a big heart. She enjoyed music, writing, art, and spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her mother, Sheila Gulledge of Alexander City; brother, William Dial Reaves, Jr.; sister, Jessica Thornton (fianc« Jonathan Connell) of Cedartown, GA; aunt, Lisa Raines (Chris) of Sylacauga; grandparents, Annette Crawford, Kathy Gulledge, and Rickey Gulledge. She was preceded in death by her father, William Dial “Moose” Reaves. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Justin Wade Weldon 1988 - 2018 Funeral Service for Mr. Justin Wade Weldon, 30, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Tony Harris and Dr. John Watkins will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Radney Funeral Home. Mr. Weldon passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018 at his
Ms. Peggy Ann Heard Funeral Service for Ms. Peggy Ann Heard of Dadeville, Alabama will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at Sardis Baptist Church with interment following Dadeville City Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 7, 2018 from 2:00 until 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Professional Service provided by Wright’s Funeral Home.
Mr. Thomas L. Kelley Mr. Thomas L. Kelley age 77 of Goodwater, AL died Monday, August 6, 2018 at Russell Medical Center. Funeral details are incomplete and have been entrusted to Armour’s Memorial Funeral Home.
Mr. Donald “Ray” Smith Mr. Donald “Ray” Smith, age 55 of Goodwater, AL died on Friday, August 3, 2018, at Jackson Hospital, Montgomery, AL. Funeral details are incomplete and have been entrusted to Armour’s Memorial Funeral Home.
residence. He was born on January 30, 1988 in Lee County, Alabama to Jimmy Wade Weldon and Becky Jones. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. Justin was just a down to earth, big hearted country boy that loved his family, hanging with friends, cooking out and riding back roads. He loved to watch sunsets, fish and make people laugh. He is survived by his father, Jimmy Wade Weldon (Wanda) of Dadeville; mother, Becky Jones (Jeffery) of Alexander City; son, Brayden Cade Weldon; daughter, Aliah Kay Weldon; son, Waylon Wesley Weldon; sisters, Bethany Grogan (Mike) and Ashley Carter (Stevan); grandmothers, Alice Fuller Bolan and Betty Hurst Jones;
grandfather, Charles Smith and numerous other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John Wesley and Dollie C. Smith; grandfathers, Edward Paul Bolan and Joel Kyle Jones; grandmother, Gwen Smith; greatgrandparents, Velton T. and Clara Bell Fuller. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Radney Funeral Home to help with the funeral expenses. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome. com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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Horseshoe Bend dismisses early Monday By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
The first day of school came to an early end Monday at Horseshoe Bend School. Electrical problems, similar to those seen at the end of last school year, again popped up and were causing issues with getting enough power to certain parts of the building. “Horseshoe Bend is dismissing at 2 p.m. (Monday),” Tallapoosa County Schools Director of Student Services Casey Davis said. “There is electricity in the building and the children are not in any danger.” While power was flowing into the building, Davis said electricity was having to be zoned throughout the building to keep certain components from burning out. For example, air conditioning units in one section of the building will run for a period of time, and will then shut off so that units in a different section of the building will be able to run. Davis said an electrical team was taking a look at the situation in order to determine what the problem is and take steps to solve the situation. While the students were not in harm’s way, the call was still made to dismiss early as a result of the electrical concerns. At the same time, school officials were still working to keep things running smoothly throughout the day. “The teachers are keeping the schedule as normal as possible with all of the issues taking place,” Davis said. “We have sent out alerts about the early dismissal through our Facebook and other social media.” Shortly before 2 p.m. Monday, Davis announced Horseshoe Bend will have a delayed opening today so a final inspection can take place, with school now scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. As additional information becomes available, Davis said parents will be notified through the county schools’ social media pages, notification system and specialized phone app.
Students turn out for annual expo Amy Passaretti / The Outlook
Above, Chris Graham speaks to students at G.A.P. Fellowship Church’s 18th annual back to school expo. Left, Volunteers from G.A.P. Fellowship Church prepare to hand out a Canon printer during a drawing at Saturday’s Back to School expo held at Central Alabama Community College’s Betty Carol Graham Technology Center. Right, Papa John’s provided pizza for the students in attendance. All students received a bag full of supplies and teachers were given a resource gift bag.
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that was just discovered in the last few weeks. “Someone has been living there,” he said. “That is a liability the city does not need.” Council members agreed with Jones’ recommendation based on a city council funded study. “I hate to see it go,” council member Bobby Tapley said. “I don’t have the $3 million to save it.” “I hate to see it go too,” council member Tim Funderburk said. “It isn’t worth it. It’s a business decision.” “I don’t think we have a choice,” Mayor Jim Nabors said. Jones explained city employees would take down the building. “We are going to be cleaning it ourselves,” Jones said. “We will dispose of what we can in the city landfill.” The council also approved a resolution not voted on at the last council meeting to increase the lodging tax in a 4-2 split decision. “I am still against it,” Tapley said. “I was just reminded that 95 percent of the people here will drive across town to a save a penny on gas.” Council member Buffy Colvin also
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City employees will be taking down the Russell Main Office building after the Alexander City City Council voted to tear it down at Monday night’s meeting.
voted against the increase. The council also: • went into a brief executive session to discuss pending litigation. • approved the minutes from the July 16 meeting.
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chools are opening their doors and welcoming students back for another school year. It goes without saying, but when schools are back in session that means traffic in and around school zones increases, plus children getting on and off buses in our neighborhoods. With that in mind, we ask you all to remember to slow down and watch out for children who may not be watching out for you. State law says you must stop for a school bus that is stopped with its red lights flashing whether it is on your side of the road or not. These buses usually have a stop-sign arm on them, but you might not see it. Likewise, you might not see the children who step off these buses and run to nearby houses or people waiting for them. AAA urges drivers to be aware of children and extra cautious when backing out of driveways and parking spots in school zones and neighborhoods, especially in the morning and afternoon. Slow down. Obey the reduced speed limit in school zones. A pedestrian is nearly two-thirds less likely to be killed when struck by a vehicle traveling at 20 mph compared to a pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling 30 mph. Eliminate distractions. Sometimes kids dart into the road unexpectedly. Taking your eyes off the road for just two seconds doubles the chance of crashing. Store cellphones out of reach — no texting, calling or emailing while driving. Come to a complete stop. More than one-third of drivers roll through stop signs in school zones or neighborhoods. Always come to a complete stop and check for children on sidewalks and in crosswalks. Plan for extra time. With school in session, there are more children walking and riding bicycles on streets and sidewalks. Drive slowly and choose alternate routes to avoid school zones if possible. Let’s make this a safe school year.
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olitics is regularly described in terms of “left” vs. “right.” But other binaries can be more relevant. “Forward” vs. “backward” often define a choice facing an electorate better than the standard ideological categories. And the most powerful face-off of all may be “reform” vs. “corruption.” Much commentary on the 2018 midterm campaign has focused on a drift or a lurch left in the Democratic Party, the measurement of the portside tilt varying from analyst to analyst. In fact, more moderate progressives have done very well in the primaries so far, but Democrats are certainly less enamored of centrism than they were in the 1990s. What’s missed in this sort of analysis is that many, maybe most, of us don’t think in simple left-right terms, and countless issues are not cleanly identified this way. The same is true of elections. When the returns are tallied in November, the results may be better explained by the reform/ corruption dynamic than any other. New York magazine’s Jonathan Chait was one of the first journalists to suggest how important corruption could be in this year’s campaign. Writing in April, Chait argued that it “should take very little work” for Democratic candidates “to stitch all the administration’s misdeeds together into a tale of unchecked greed.” The advantages of the corruption issue are No. 1, “corrupt” really is the right word to describe the Trump administration; No. 2, a concern over corruption transcends philosophical dispositions; and No. 3, the failure to “drain the swamp” is one of President Trump’s most obvious broken promises. Instead, Trump has turned the swamp into an immense toxic-waste dump. The stench emanates from Cabinet officials driven from office by egregious behavior and from Trump’s own violations of long-standing norms limiting business dealings by presidents and their families.
E.J. DIONNE Columnist But the corruption issue goes beyond meat-andpotatoes sleaze. Our democracy itself is in danger from the overpowering influence of money on our politics, unchecked foreign intervention in our elections and an increasing willingness of Republicans to bias the system in their favor through gerrymandering and restrictions on access to the ballot. And Trumpian corruption has shown that we counted too much on the decency of public officials. Alas, we now know that basic expectations — from the release of tax returns by presidential candidates to the avoidance of blatant conflicts of interest — need to be codified. Scandals are like that: They teach us where existing laws fall short. A program to renew selfrule is coming to a congressional campaign near you. In late June, Rep. John Sarbanes, D-Md., introduced a resolution outlining a broad agenda that has been co-sponsored by 163 House Democrats. It’s a promissory note to the electorate outlining areas where the party is working on legislation it pledges to enact should it win a majority. They would start by restoring the effectiveness of the Voting Rights Act, gutted by the Supreme Court in 2013; providing for nationwide automatic voter registration; ending purges that illegitimately disenfranchise many citizens; and outlawing gerrymandering by requiring states to establish cross-party commissions to draw district lines. A high priority would involve creating a campaignfinance regimen aimed at encouraging congressional candidates to rely on small contributions while also restoring the public-finance system for presidential campaigns. Sarbanes and Rep. David Price, D-N.C. — two of the leading foes of the
tyranny of big money in politics — have joined forces to harmonize proposals each has offered over the years. Responding directly to recent abuses, the package would codify ethics expectations of public officials — including presidents. To fight foreign meddling, it calls for “real-time transparency of political advertisements on all advertising platforms,” an idea championed by Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn. Sarbanes said in an interview that the goal is not simply to have a campaign theme that appeals to conservatives, independents and progressives alike, but also to commit his party to specific actions. “This is not a message you wear,” he said. “This is a message you own.” Even if Democrats won the House, enacting their program into law would likely involve a struggle beyond the 2020 elections. But the transformative eras of the past — the Progressive, New Deal, civil rights and post-Watergate periods — were all the product of a long gestation and continuous organizing. They were also sparked by disgust with the status quo. “There are moments in history,” said Fred Wertheimer, the president of Democracy 21 and veteran clean-government advocate, “when scandals create the possibility of fundamental reform.” This would be a happily ironic coda to the Trump presidency. E.J. Dionne writes about politics in a twiceweekly column and on the PostPartisan blog. He is a government professor at Georgetown University, a senior fellow in governance studies at the Brookings Institution and a frequent commentator on politics for National Public Radio and MSNBC. He is most recently a co-author of “One Nation After Trump.” His column is provided by The Washington Post News Service & Syndicate. He can be reached at ejdionne@ washpost.com or on Twitter @EJDionne.
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I would love to shop local, but why doesn’t Alexander city have an event featuring local shops, local craftsmen and Alabama-made products to help us know who has what? I think people have tried something like this
before, but in order for it to really go over and get people in, offer prizes, discounts, etc. I am not talking about the farmers market, though they should certainly be a part of it, but an all-out event featuring as many stores as would attend plus locals’ hobbies such as furniture
making, jewelry making, soaps, llama hair products from our local llama farm, goat milk products, bankers, food shops — everything in Tallapoosa County. Think about it! Janice Brewer Jacksons Gap
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The Lake Martin Innovation Center hosted a sendoff for local students heading to Auburn University. Pictured are, front row, from left, Lucy Chae, Ann Marie Waldrop, Brianna Jones, Maggie Daniel, Tyler Watts; back row, Jackson Knight and Wilson Harris.
Today - August 8
CHURCH REVIVAL: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is hosting revival services August 6 -8 at 7 p.m. The guest speaker is Rev. James Whetstone of Leander Baptist Church in Daviston. Rev. Roosevelt Gregory is pastor of Friendship Missionary. CHURCH REVIVAL: Corinth Baptist Church on Coosa Road 71 in Kellyton is hosting revival services August 6 - 7 a 7 p.m. Guest speakers are Pastor Jessie Blackmon of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Apostle Wayne Davis of The Word Bible Church and Pastor Betty Hoyett of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Jimmy L. Brooks is pastor of Corinth Baptist Church.
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Thursday, August 9
CHICK-fil-A FUNDRAISER: The Alexander City Meals on Wheels is hosting a Chick-fil-A fundraiser August 9. Meals are pre-ordered and cost $6. They include a Chick-fil-A sandwich, chips and cookie. The meals can be delivered or picked up at the Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church. Call in orders to 256-329-7382 by noon Monday, August 6.
Friday, August 10
GAME NIGHT: The New Site Senior Activity Center will be hosting its monthly game night session Friday evening beginning at 5 p.m. Guests will be able to take part in all of the games the senior center offers its attendees and enjoy socializing with friends and neighbors.
Saturday, August 11
GOSPEL SINGING: The Mt. Vernon Theatre in Tallassee is hosting a Gospel Homecoming at 7 p.m. GOSPEL SINGING: The Equality United Methodist Church is hosting its annual gospel singing Saturday, August 11 at 6 p.m. The Godin Family will present their down-home country gospel music conducted by Equality native Chuck Bradley. Admission is free and there will be a concession stand available. The church is located at 281 Highway 259 in Equality. Need your business to
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CHURCH HOMECOMING: Sardis United Methodist Church is holding its 181st Homecoming Service Sunday, August 12 from 10 a.m. to noon. Lunch will follow. OPEN HOUSE: Dadeville Christian Academy is hosting an open house August 12 at 3 p.m. at 2392 Eagle Creek Road in Jacksons Gap. For more information contact Tammy at 256-794-1546.
hosting the annual Christian General Assembly August 13 - 19 at the Liberty Life Christian Center at 243 S Street. There will be a daily prayer breakfast at 9 a.m., Bible research at 11:30 a.m. and worship and praise service at 7 p.m. The Climax Day will be Sunday, August 19 with speaker Chief Apostle W.T. Traylor.
Thursday, August 16
SENIORX: Deborah Jones, SenioRx coordinator will be at the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce August 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to help seniors determine if they are eligible for assistance with diabetic supplies, liquid supplements and medications.
Saturday, August 18
TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends Monthly Trade Day in Millerville on Highway 9 between Ashland and Goodwater will be held on August 18 from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. Refreshments are also available. CLEANUP: Clean Community Partnership is inviting the public to meet at Broad Street Plaza Saturday, Aug. 18 to help pick up littered roadsides in Alexander City. Meet at 8:30 a.m. to receive supplies and assignments. For more information, contact Jacob Meacham at jacob.meacham@ alexandercitychamber.com or 256234-3461.
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CHURCH REVIVAL: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is hosting its annual revival services August 20-22 at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest minister is Rev. Anthony Shealey of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Loachapoka. The pastor of New Adka Missionary Baptist is Edward Milner.
August 21 - 23
CITY WIDE REVIVAL: The Alexander City Ministerial Association is sponsoring a city wide revival August 21 - 23 at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 21 will be Pastor Alvin Williams at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Wednesday, August 22 will be Pastor Scott Railey at Campground United Methodist Church and Thursday, August 23 will be Pastor Rick Levell at Marshall Street Church of God. For more information contact Pastor Tony Harris at 256-794-2969.
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SPEAKER: The Mt. Vernon Theatre in Tallassee is hosting Sean Dietrich. FELLOWSHIP MEETING: Living Waters Tabernacle Church is hosting a fellowship meeting August 25 at 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 1348 Hillabee Street.
Saturday, September 1
CHRISTMAS ON THE GROUNDS: Equality United Methodist Church is hosting Christmas on the Grounds and more Saturday, Sept. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be Christmas crafts, other arts and crafts, food and activities for children.
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tion 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Monday, October 15
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.
Monday, October 22
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Nancy Anderson will be presenting “The World of Childhood: The Advtures 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.
October 15 - 16
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.
Sunday, October 29
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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BOE board passed a proposed plan for transitioning to a new superintendent when superintendent Dr. Darrell Cooper officially retires from the position, according to Cooper. “The board approved a transitional plan agreed upon by the board members and myself,” Cooper said. “The new superintendent will be here in January of 2019.” Cooper said the board is currently working with the Alabama Association of School Boards in the search process. Under the timeline presented at Monday morning’s meeting, Cooper said there will be some meetings beginning this month between members of the AASB, the city school board and other local stakeholders in order to determine
Rogers has also seen the closing of the hospital in Jacksonville in June. The facility and property were given to Jacksonville State University. Rogers serves on the Armed Services Committee, Homeland Security Committee and the Agriculture Committee. Rogers also commented on tariffs and what their effect could be on the automotive suppliers in Alabama. According to President Donald Trump, the tariffs were enacted to protect the U.S. steel industry. China followed suit by imposing tariffs on U.S. agricultural products.
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the kind of person everyone feels the new superintendent should be. Following this, the current idea is interviews with potential candidates will be held between Nov. 5 and 9. As students return to classes today, vacancies have been filled and the schools will be ready not only to welcome back children, but also the teachers to grace the schools’ classrooms. At the same time, the schools can rest easier knowing a plan is in place to seamlessly change superintendents over the Christmas holidays. The next meeting of the Alexander City Board of Education will be Tuesday, Aug. 21 beginning at 5 p.m. in the meeting room of the board of education building.
Top: Sid Phelps of Dadeville was named a finalist in the statewide Young Farmers Discussion Meet at the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 46th Commodity Producers Conference in Montgomery Aug. 4. The Final Four will compete at the Federation’s annual meeting in December, where the winner will receive a four-wheeler from First South Farm Credit. The winner will also represent Alabama at the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention in New Orleans in January. Discussion Meet simulates a committee meeting where contestants examine and problem-solve pressing agricultural issues. As a finalist, Phelps received a Traeger grill courtesy of the Federation. From left are Federation President Jimmy Parnell and Phelps. Bottom: Brandi Schultz of Tallapoosa County received third place in the youth Christmas tree skirt contest at the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 46th Commodity Producers Conference in Montgomery Aug. 4. She won $75, courtesy of the Federation’s Women’s Leadership Division.
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“Trump has told us he doesn’t think this is going to last very long,” Rogers said. “It is going to shake out pretty soon. My read is by the end of September you will see all this tariff stuff gone – that is the implication he gave us.” If the tariffs do take a toll on the automotive industry, Rogers believes help would not be far behind. “The agriculture people are taking it on the chin too,” Rogers said. “One of the things (Trump) did there was to set aside $12 billion to help them there. I think you will see something similar for the automotive industry if they start taking it on the chin too.”
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Library library caters to students of all ages and most all subjects. Newly added this year is RBDigital magazines, covering subjects such as news, science, technology, sports and travel. These can be downloaded to any device for easy access anytime, anywhere. Duolingo can help those interested learn another language or brush up on one’s skills. For the most cur-
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rent and accurate medical information, see the Merck Manual. This medical link contains both a consumer and professional version, along with veterinary content. Last, but certainly not least, there are books, audio books, videos and eBooks readily available for borrowing. All of these services are available to everyone for free from the library’s website
at www.amrlibrary.net. The library’s new app, Librista, makes renewing, reserving and perusing the catalog much easier and convenient. If you would like to learn more about these helpful resources, just call or visit the library. The staff of the Adelia M. Russell Library and Mamie’s Place Children’s Library would like to wish all students a great school year.
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LUKE ROBINSON Columnist
16 Sports FOOTBALL ARRIVES DAYS UNTIL FOOTBALL
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labama’s Fan Day had admittedly become pretty stale. Historically, the publiclyviewed practices are as bland as your mother-in-law’s meatloaf. In fact, the most exciting thing the last few years has been to count how many babies’ foreheads Nick Saban is asked to autograph. This year was a bit different, though. Jalen Hurts verbally cut loose last Saturday like he was scrambling away from a safety blitz and the Tide may feel the ripple effects all season long. (Surely by now you have heard or read the quarterback’s quotes. It’s too close to football season for you to have missed those comments so I will just assume you have gotten wind of them.) Let’s get this fact out of the way first: Jalen Hurts has earned the right to speak his mind. In fact, one could say compared to the typical answers to the media given by traditional “Sabanbots,” Hurts’ bluntness last Saturday was a bit refreshing. I also think Hurts had some great points and posed some very poignant questions. If he is correct, why hasn’t anyone on the staff spoken with him about his feelings on the quarterback race? Why was there a disconnect between him and coach Saban in regards to what Saban said at SEC Media Days? It’s hard to imagine Nick Saban — a man who generally covers all the bases — forgot to touch second while doing a home run trot, isn’t it? However, although Hurts’ words were heartfelt and honest, there is no doubt they came from a place of frustration — a warranted frustration, but frustration nonetheless. And voicing controversial sentiments such as his so close to a season’s beginning can be hurtful (if not downright destructive) to the entire team. The bottom line is ever since last year’s Iron Bowl, ’Bama has been in a bit of a catch 22 (or, should a I say, “Catch 2nd and 26”?) In that game, it was finally blatantly obvious to even the most ardent Hurts supporter he is just not a great passer. And when the Tide goes against very formidable defensive lines (such as Auburn’s and Georgia’s last year or Clemson’s the last two years), there will be some serious issues for the ’Bama offense. In other words, Tua Tagovailoa’s ultimate appearance (and Superman impression) was inevitable. Let me play Devil’s advocate for a moment here and try to take both sides: Yes, Jalen Hurts is 26-2 as a starter which is incredible. But one of those wins was the UGA game last season which, had he remained a starter, would have been a loss. Also, how many wins would the Tide have had with just about anyone at quarterback during that run? I could argue just as many wins if not more. Yes, Jalen Hurts got his revenge against Clemson in the ’18 Sugar Bowl. But the game was much, much closer than it should have been based on the defense’s performance. Also remember this: Tide defensive players scored two touchdowns (one was a short pass from Hurts to DaRon Payne, but the point remains). Yes, Hurts heroically brought Alabama back from what would have been a third straight loss to Ole Miss in 2016. It was the best comeback of the Saban regime in my opinion. But while Hurts had his moments, the Tide’s defense and special teams were just as instrumental, if not more so, in that contest. I want to be as crystal clear here: I appreciate Jalen Hurts’ contributions to Alabama — his leadership, his character, his poise and his wins. I wish him nothing but the best whether that’s at Alabama or anywhere else. But the writing appears to be on the wall. Barring an upset, the Tagovailoa era should begin in about a month and Jalen Hurts will have some career decisions to make. Luke Robinson is a regular columnist and contributor to Lake Martin Living and BMetro.
Fall practice officially begins for BRHS By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
Despite it feeling like the hottest day of the summer, Benjamin Russell’s football team fought through the sweltering heat to take on the official first day of practice. “We came out here and executed very well,” BRHS linebacker Deshaun Gonzales said. “We were ready for practice since it was the first day. We’re all ready for the season.” Although many teams have been participating in summer workouts, 7-on-7s and Organized Team Activities throughout the summer, there’s something different about the first day of practice. There’s an excitement and an anticipation in the air, as well as a sense of urgency that may not have been there throughout the summer. Benjamin Russell coach Kevin Smith said despite the Wildcats not having school Monday, every single player showed up early for practice. “They were excited,” Smith said. “They were ready to go, and I think everything was really positive for the most part.” BRHS senior Nick McGhee said, “We’re always a little bit anxious for the first day of practice, and this is my last first day of practice. It’s not sad but See PRACTICE • Page 11
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Top: Benjamin Russell officially kicked off football practice Monday. Above: Benjamin Russell’s Keedon Young runs toward the end zone during the 11-on-11 portion of Monday’s football practice.
Owens gives heartfelt speech in Chattanooga By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
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Benjamin Russell graduate Terrell Owens, second from left, poses with former coach Mark Lattice, Steve Savarese and Willie Carl Martin prior to his Pro Football Hall of Fame speech oon Saturday.
As expected, Benjamin Russell graduate Terrell Owens took the first few moments of his Pro Football Hall of Fame speech to explain why he had elected to give it at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga rather than in Canton, Ohio. Also, as expected, he gave a few jabs at the people who didn’t elect him as a firstballot Hall of Famer. “My character has been heavily challenged and questioned for many years,” Owens said, as reported by ESPN. “But today I stand here to put truth to power or power to truth. I want to address the elephant in the room. Many of you may be wondering why we’re here instead of Canton. There’s been a lot of speculation and reports as to why I chose not to be there. “I would like to set the record straight. It’s not because of how many times it took for me to be voted into the Hall. It’s about the mere fact that the sportswriters are not in alignment with the mission and core values of the Hall of Fame. These writers disregarded the system, criteria and by-laws by which See OWENS • Page 11
Reeltown ranked No. 6 in preseason football poll By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
With the football regular season just around the corner, the Alabama Sports Writers Association released its annual preseason rankings this weekend, and Reeltown sits atop the area, as expected. The Rebels are ranked No. 6 in Class 2A but will be amongst a stacked Region 4. LaFayette is ranked just ahead of the Rebels at No. 5,
and Thorsby is just outside the top 10, coming in at No. 11. Vincent, which is also in the region, also got a handful of votes in Class 2A. In the area, Horseshoe Bend and Central Coosa will also be up against that steep competition, and Reeltown adds another tough one to its non-region schedule. The Rebels face Maplesville, which is ranked No. 6 in Class 1A. Benjamin Russell also has See POLL • Page 11
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Reeltown, coached by Matt Johnson, was ranked No. 6 by the ASWA.
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it’s a little bittersweet, so there’s happiness and anxiety a little bit too. There’s a little bit of pressure for the seniors because this is our team. We have to take leadership on this team, so we just have to remain calm and don’t let that pressure get to us.” Under Smith and with receivers like McGhee, Za Stowes and Jaikobee Gamble, the Wildcats are changing things up a bit offensively. They’ll move away from a wing-T offense and into a pro-style offense with more of a spread. They also ran the Wildcat formation quite a few times Monday during their 11-on-11 period. “(The first day) was a lot different this year but I think it’ll be better because we have a lot of athletes,” McGhee said. “Myself, Za, we have a lot of speed out there so I think it’ll tie into our assets.” But because of those changes, the offense is the area where Smith sees the most need for improvement. That being said, Smith was extremely complementary of the defense. “Defensively, I think we’re ahead right now and that’s a good thing,” he said. “I thought the defense was playing pretty fast. They had really good on-snap footwork, and their eye control was
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Benjamin Russell’s Wilson Hays follows through on a kick on Monday.
really good. That means they know where they’re looking when the ball is snapped.” While most of the new offensive sets are installed and have been throughout the summer, the Wildcats are still learning terminology and play calling. But Smith thinks it’s just a matter of execution at this point. “We’ll clean it up on offense a little bit,” he said. “We’ve got our base now and we’re going to
keep cleaning for the next couple weeks. The more confidence they get, they’ll get more aggressive and more sure of themselves. We were plugging in some new kids too. We won’t have two-way players per se, but we’ll have some guys that will be fill-ins (on certain plays), so we had some that were new to their position.” With the season fewer than three weeks away, it’s a good time to start that fine-tuning process.
A few changes are coming to Benjamin Russell’s football team this year, but first, season tickets officially go on sale Tuesday, Aug. 14. Last year’s season ticket holders will have the opportunity to purchase tickets in the BRHS gym lobby Aug. 14, 15 and 16 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets may also be purchased online at https://gofan.co/ BenjaminRussell/ Wildcats. The cost for season tickets is $36, and those who do not play to renew their season tickets should contact BRHS athletic director Pam Robinson at 256234-8611 or via email at coachrob@acsk12.net. In addition, Robinson
and the athletic department would like to make the public aware of some changes surrounding procedures home games. The Charles E. Bailey Sportplex will now be a smoke-free zone during home football games, and the gates will be closed to entrants after the third quarter ends. During the fourth quarter, there will be an exit-only gate. In addition, those parking behind the field house and behind the stadium will be admitted by pass only, and elementary schoolaged children must be accompanied by an adult. Also, no one will be allowed on the field following games. “This is all about being concerned for the safety of the kids,” Robinson said.
Poll an extremely tough schedule, with region foes Wetumpka and Opelika both ranked in the top 10. The Indians, who were the runner-up in Class 6A a year ago, come in at No. 2, while Opelika sits at No. 6. Also in Region 3, Calera got votes in the rankings, and BRHS has several non-region opponents who will prove to be very tough. The Wildcats kick off the season against Beauregard, which is ranked No. 10 in Class 5A, then head to Clay Central in the second week; the Volunteers also got votes in 5A. BRHS’ next nonregion opponent, Demopolis, sits at No. 5 in Class 5A. Dadeville also doesn’t exactly have it easy, either, according to the ASWA preseason rankings. In Class 3A Region 3, the Tigers will face off against St. James, which is ranked No. 10, and Prattville Christian, which also received votes in 3A. Of course, Dadeville will also have its annual matchup with Reeltown during the second week of the season.
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ALABAMA SPORTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION PRESEASON RANKINGS The Alabama Sports Writers Association preseason high school football rankings with firstplace votes, last year’s record and total poll points: CLASS 7A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Hoover (27); 11-3; 358 2. Thompson (3); 12-1; 258 3. Central-Phenix City (1); 11-1; 241 4. McGill-Toolen; 13-1; 219 5. Hewitt-Trussville; 11-1; 214 6. Bob Jones; 7-4; 124 7. Auburn; 10-2; 123 8. Spain Park; 6-5; 60 9. Austin*; 12-1; 57 10. James Clemens; 3-7; 53 Others receiving votes: LeeMontgomery (7-4) 27, Jeff Davis (5-6) 17, Sparkman (7-4) 6, Enterprise (2-8) 4, Fairhope (8-3) 2, Gadsden City (3-7) 2, Mountain Brook (8-4) 1, Theodore (6-5) 1. *--Austin played in 6A last season. CLASS 6A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Pinson Valley (31); 15-0; 372 2. Wetumpka; 13-2; 246 3. Spanish Fort; 11-2; 224 4. Oxford; 12-1; 173 5. Clay-Chalkville; 11-3; 172 6. Opelika; 9-4; 104 7. Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa; 10-4; 94 8. Saraland; 8-4; 71 9. Eufaula*; 9-3; 49 10. Homewood; 10-2; 48 Others receiving votes: Muscle Shoals (9-3) 46, St. Paul’s* (14-1) 46, Hueytown (5-6) 36, Daphne (8-3) 27, Park Crossing (10-2) 18, Calera* (7-5) 17, JacksonOlin (6-4) 17, Pelham (5-6) 6, Benjamin Russell (7-4) 1. *--Eufaula, St. Paul’s and Calera played in 5A last season.
Owens guys are inducted, and ultimately the true meaning of the Hall of Fame and what it represents.” Owens went on to say he hoped by “taking a stand” and not attending the official Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony, it would stop other players from having to go through the same thing. Following that portion of his speech, he took a moment to thank people who helped him get there. He teared up when speaking about his mother and his late grandmother. About his mother, Owens talked about how he felt she always believed in him and it didn’t matter to her whether or not he was in the Hall of Fame. “You told me, ‘You ain’t gotta worry about nothing, you were always a Hall of Famer to me,’” ESPN reported Owens said. “But Momma, you are the real Hall of Famer.” Owens also thanked Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, who were his
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CLASS 5A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Briarwood (31); 14-1; 372 2. Etowah; 11-2; 256 3. Vigor; 9-4; 231 4. Carroll-Ozark; 11-1; 158 5. Demopolis; 11-3; 154 6. St. Clair Co.; 10-4; 152 7. Wenonah; 10-2; 138 8. Tallassee*; 10-2; 91 9. Jackson; 5-5; 48 10. Beauregard; 10-2; 41 Others receiving votes: Dora* (9-3) 39, Alexandria (8-3) 26, Madison Academy* (7-4) 26, Ramsay* (7-5) 16, Charles Henderson (6-5) 10, Munford* (9-2) 5, Bibb Co.* (11-2) 2, Central-Clay Co. (8-4) 2. *--Ramsay played in 6A last season. Tallassee, Dora, Madison Academy, Munford and Bibb Co. played in 4A. CLASS 4A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. UMS-Wright (30); 13-2; 369 2. Hillcrest-Evergreen* (1); 14-1; 246 3. Fayette Co.; 12-3; 234 4. Andalusia; 12-2; 197 5. Hokes Bluff; 10-3; 155 6. Catholic-Montgomery; 10-2; 125 7. Brooks*; 8-3; 107 8. W.S. Neal; 6-6; 91 9. Clarke Co.*; 11-3; 61 10. Dale Co.; 7-4; 56 Others receiving votes: Leeds (7-4) 52, Deshler (7-4) 36, Alabama Christian (10-3) 13, North Jackson (2-8) 13, West Morgan* (10-2) 6, Williamson* (7-4) 3, Jacksonville (8-4) 2, Handley (2-8) 1. *--Brooks and Williamson played in 5A last season. HillcrestEvergreen, Clarke Co. and West
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Morgan played in 3A. CLASS 3A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Randolph Co. (15); 13-2; 295 2. Mobile Christian (10); 9-4; 289 3. Gordo (2); 10-2; 214 4. Fultondale (3); 11-1; 194 5. Piedmont; 12-2; 171 6. Saks* (1); 13-1; 155 7. Thomasville*; 7-4; 134 8. Pike Co.; 8-3; 87 9. Wicksburg; 10-2; 57 10. St. James*; 8-4; 52 Others receiving votes: Oakman (8-4) 51, Sylvania (11-2) 21, T.R. Miller (5-5) 20, Lauderdale Co. (6-5) 8, Westminster-Huntsville* (6-5) 8, Weaver (7-5) 7, Prattville Christian (3-8) 3, Plainview (9-2) 1. *--Saks, Thomasville, St. James and Westminster-Huntsville played in 4A last season. CLASS 2A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Leroy (18); 12-3; 333 2. Fyffe (13); 12-1; 313 3. Luverne; 10-3; 220 4. Ariton; 10-2; 148 5. LaFayette; 9-3; 126 6. Reeltown; 7-5; 125 7. Ohatchee*; 8-3; 119 8. Goshen; 12-2; 118 9. Sulligent; 12-2; 60 10. Aliceville; 7-5; 48 Others receiving votes: Thorsby (8-3) 33, Abbeville (9-3) 26, Addison* (10-3) 23, North Sand Mountain* (8-3) 21, Cedar Bluff* (8-4) 18, Daleville* (6-5) 11, Vincent (5-5) 10, New Brockton (5-6) 6, Collinsville (4-6) 4, Houston Co.* (8-3) 4, J.U. Blacksher (6-5) 1. *--Ohatchee, North Sand Mountain and Daleville played in
3A last season. Addison, Cedar Bluff and Houston Co. played in 1A. CLASS 1A Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Lanett* (30); 15-0; 369 2. Sweet Water (1); 13-1; 260 3 (tie). Pickens Co.; 12-3; 199 3 (tie). St. Luke’s*; 10-2; 199 5. Linden; 7-4; 140 6. Maplesville; 11-1; 135 7. Brantley; 8-4; 118 8. South Lamar; 10-4; 95 9. Elba*; 8-3; 75 10. Marengo; 9-4; 47 Others receiving votes: Millry (5-6) 24, Falkville* (7-4) 18, Hackleburg (10-2) 16, Lynn (111) 16, Mars Hill Bible* (7-4) 15, Isabella (10-2) 12, Spring Garden (8-4) 11, Georgiana (11-1) 8, Decatur Heritage (8-3) 4, Florala (3-6) 4, Wadley (12-1) 2. *--Lanett, St. Luke’s, Elba, Falkville and Mars Hill Bible played in 2A last season. AISA Team (first-place); 2017 W-L; Pts 1. Autauga Academy (28); 12-1; 362 2. Tuscaloosa Academy (2); 8-2; 281 3. Escambia Academy; 12-1; 244 4. Monroe Academy (1); 13-0; 213 5. Bessemer Academy; 8-6; 184 6. Glenwood; 7-5; 152 7. Patrician; 9-4; 99 8. Chambers Academy; 12-1; 96 9. Pike Liberal Arts; 7-5; 82 10. Lakeside; 7-4; 29 Others receiving votes: Cornerstone-Columbiana (6-5) 10, Coosa Valley (3-8) 8, Pickens Academy (6-4) 4, Abbeville Christian (5-8) 2, Success Unlimited (new team) 1.
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Alabama to be a part of the Bryant Jordan family in ’04 was an indicator that I was something, this is for you,” Owens said.
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