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Chamber moves ahead on business incubator By David Granger Outlook Staff Writer
The Alexander City Chamber discussed negotiations that will allow it to move into and establish a smallbusiness incubator in the now-vacant USAmeriBank operations building just off U.S. Highway 280 at its monthly meeting Tuesday in First Baptist Church’s Fireside Room. “We’re working with our attorney to fabricate a lease that will be acceptable to
the Chamber,” said Mark Spencer, senior vice president and central Alabama area executive for USAmeriBank and chair of the Chamber’s finance committee. “We’re waiting on the Chamber to see which direction they want to go.” Ann Rye, president of the Chamber, said it was looking for a “hybrid” incubator which could provide a combination of long-term rental space, collaborative space and space for those businesses currently operating “around their kitchen table” and need additional
space. “I think one thing we need to look at are service industries that are needed in this area,” Rye said. “Things like an architect or an engineer. We also need to look at small manufacturing operations.” Spencer said he saw the incubator as a catalyst for economic growth. “I think this will allow us to attract businesses from outside our geographic area,” Spencer said. “That should eventually spur local economic growth. We
have an idea location with frontage on 280. That will be very enticing to businesses.” Spencer also said that USAmeriBank would turn the building over to the Chamber after 15 years for a nominal fee of around $1, which would give the Chamber a real estate asset. Jacob Meacham, vice president of business development for the Chamber, said he and Randy Dawkins of River See CHAMBER, Page A7
Creeks building canoe at Horseshoe Bend Park By Mia Osborn Outlook Staff Writer
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This week at Horseshoe Bend Military Park, members of the Creek (Muscogee) Nation are connecting with their history as they build a tradiJohn Brown, tional dugout canoe. left,with the These representatives of the Creek nation in Creek Nation in Oklahoma first came to Oklahoma, and town in September, when Butch Fuller use power tools to they oversaw the cutting of a massive poplar tree remove some in Dadeville. Two logs wood from a were sawn from the tree, popular log one of which went back to above. Right, the MCN Cultural Center Brown brought in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. some hand There, it was made into made tools the first of two dugout to use on the canoes. The second canoe canoe that is currently being built at when finished Horseshoe Bend. in March will be To help them craft on display in their canoes by traditional methods, the group turned the Horseshoe Bend National to Butch Fuller, a Lake Military Park Martin local with ties to the Creek nation. Fuller museum. has experience making See CANOE, Page A7
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City crews take out problem trees along parts of Circle Drive By Cliff Williams Outlook Staff Writer
The Alexander City Public Works Department closed Circle Drive Tuesday to cut trees in the area. A public works crew could be seen removing Bradford Pear trees between the sidewalk and the street with a bucket truck. The crews also used their trucks to remove the trees and debris from the street and sidewalk. The tree board and the City agreed the trees needed to be removed because the overgrowth of the trees did not meet standard driver height requirements of a 14 feet high window of travel not encroached from top or sides. Additionally, numerous complaints have been received in this area from school bus drivers, recreational vehicles, truck drivers, City service trucks, See TREES, Page A7
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In order to qualify for Meals on Wheels, one must meet the above criteria and be homebound. Just to make sure, there is a screening committee that looks over the applications. “We have some clients that are long-term and others that are shortterm,” Boone said. “There may be someone who has an injury that just renders them unable to prepare their own meals for a short period of time.” And then there are the meals, prepared hot every day at Russell Medical Center. “They are complete meals with a meat and two vegetables, a dessert, maybe an apple – a lot for $3,” Boone said. “Unless you’re a real heavy eater, it’s usually enough for lunch See MEALS, Page A7
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Infant Kendrick Marbury Funeral service for Infant Kendrick Marbury of Dadeville, Alabama will be Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Sardis Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Dadeville City Cemetery. Wrights Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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DEAR ABBY: I have been with my husband for almost 14 years. I’m a sound sleeper, and I suspect he has been having sex with me while I’m sleeping. I have woken up without clothes on, my undergarments askew or the waistband “rolled on.” I called him on it and told him I knew and that I’m not OK with it. Weeks later, I caught him red-handed. This time I was awake, but I was so frightened that I froze! I was sexually abused as a child and raped as an adult, and now I feel like my marriage has been turned upside down. My husband denies it. He claims it’s all in my head. My friends say that for the sake of my children I should ignore it or I’ll turn their lives upside down. Abby, everyone thinks my husband is a catch! I’m sure if I walk away I’ll lose friends -- maybe even some of my family. Please help me. I feel lost. -- TURNED UPSIDE
Obituaries Mrs. Mary Ruth Hamil 1921-2015 Funeral service for Mrs. Mary Ruth Hawkins Hamil, 94, of Goodwater, will be Friday, December 11, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Joe Fain will officiate. Burial will follow in the Greenview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 11, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Hamil passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at Saint Martin’s In the Pines. She was born on May 25, 1921 in Clay County, Alabama to James Maron Hawkins and Maggie Smith Hawkins. She was an active member of Goodwater Baptist Church. Mrs. Hamil loved spending time with her family, especially her great-
Ms. Shirley Ruth Burton 1941-2015 Funeral service for Ms. Shirley Ruth Burton, 74, of Camp Hill, will be Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Bro. Rod Siggers will officiate. Burial will follow in the Old Harmony Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 10, 2015 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Ms. Burton passed away on Monday, December 7, 2015 at East Alabama Medical Center. She was born on April 25, 1941 in Clay County, Alabama to William Howard Baird and Minnie Lee Adams Baird. She was a member of New Rocky Mount Baptist Church. Mrs. Burton loved flowers and hummingbirds. She and Mr. Burton were known by family as “Blooming Idiots” due to their love of flowers and planting them. Mrs. Burton loved spending time with her family.
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Funeral service for Ms. Nora Edwards, 93, of Daviston, will be Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 2:00 pm at the Daviston Independent Methodist Church. Bro. Ray Dunn will officiate. Burial will follow in the Daviston Independent Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 10,
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DOWN IN ILLINOIS DEAR TURNED UPSIDE DOWN: Your friends are wrong, and you should NOT “ignore” this. Sex without a person’s consent is rape! When a husband does what you have described, it is called spousal rape. Because he claims this is “all in your head,” for your own sanity, make an appointment to discuss this with a licensed psychotherapist. With your unfortunate history, you should have spoken with someone already. Your husband is either grossly insensitive or derives pleasure from being a predator. His behavior is appalling, and you do not have to stand for it. grandchildren. She was the co-owner of the Western Auto in Goodwater for 47 years. She is survived by her grandson, Jim Corley Hamil; granddaughter, Jana Hamil Green (Jonathan); great-grandson, Jon David Green; great-granddaughter, Julie Anne Green; daughter-in-law, Janice Corley Hamil; sister, Louise Hawkins Mann (Jack), numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Jesse Monroe Hamil; parents; son, James Emory Hamil; brothers, Leonard Hawkins and Hoyt Hawkins. Memorial contributions may be made to Goodwater Baptist Church, P O Box 283, Goodwater, Al 35072. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome. com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangeShe is survived by her husband of 8 years, Ronald “Jack” Jackson Burton of Camp Hill; daughters, Barbara Rainwater (Danny), of Alexander City, Molly Boswell (Jerry), of Jacksons Gap, Sherry Rena Collum (Eugene), of Dadeville, Joy Naomi Shirley (John), of Auburn; brothers, Russell Baird (Peggy), Ellis Baird (Bo), of Goodwater; sister, Linda Colquitt of Foley; sixteen grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; special friend, Sam Hadaway (Mark); brother-in-laws, Ned Burton (Dovie), Durward Burton (Lee) and Frank Burton (Janice). She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Gloria Ann Gardener; son, Gary Oneal Hand; brothers, Wesley Baird; brother, John Baird, Ralph Baird; sisters, Orail Bence; Alice Hallman, Jan Baird, Ann Baird, Nan Baird, Mary Lou Baird; sister-in-law, Nell Patterson and brother-in-law, Grady Patterson. The family will accept 2015 from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm at Daviston Independent Methodist Church. Mrs. Edwards enjoyed traveling and studying her bible. Ms. Edwards passed away on Monday, December 7, 2015 at Dogwood Forest, Cumming Ga. She was born on April 4, 1922 in Tallapoosa County, Alabama to Luther Lee Bence and Lennie Lois Lake Bence. She was a member of Summerville Road Baptist Church in Phenix City.
Counseling can help you decide whether to remain in this marriage. Regardless of what your ultimate decision may be, it will help you be emotionally resilient enough to live with your choice regardless of what your “friends” and family members may think. DEAR ABBY: My fiance, “Rob,” and I are pregnant. This should be an exciting time for me, but he keeps bringing up a previous relationship during which he had an unplanned child. That was 10 years ago, and the mother denied him access. I have told Rob how much his mentioning it upsets me and I have asked him not to do it, especially during my pregnancy. I want to feel happy and special as the woman who will be providing Rob with an actual family unit. But instead I feel like second-best and resentful. This should be a time to focus on us and our new baby,
not the child that isn’t in his life or that woman and her stupid actions. Please advise me. -- SOON-TO-BE MOM IN DENVER DEAR MOM: You ARE special and you ARE the person who is creating a new family with Rob, but your pregnancy may be a painful reminder of the child he “lost.” He may be afraid the same thing could happen again and need all the reassurance you can give him that it won’t. Because his bringing up the past relationship is hurtful, suggest he talk with a licensed mental health professional about it. Sometimes the best way to stop grieving is to talk about it. 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.
Mr. Raymond Luther Blanks 1960-2015 Graveside memorial service for Mr. Raymond Luther Blanks, 55, of Tyler, Texas will be Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hillview Memorial Park. Rev. Larry Cummings will officiate. Mr. Blanks passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at Hospice of East Texas. He was born on November 9, 1960 in Alexander City, Alabama to William Elliot Blanks and Ruth E. White. He was a plumber by trade. He is survived by his son, Christopher Ray Blanks (Kelly), of Alexander City; brother, Dicky Blanks (Kathy), of Alexander City; grandchildren, Preston Blanks and Trenton Blanks; and niece, Tina Whiddon (Chris) of Dadeville. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Billie Leigh Futzhugh. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Clinton Hope “Buddy” Lynn Clinton Hope “Buddy” Lynn died peacefully at 2 a.m. on December 7, 2015 in Elmore, AL. Born on 3/20/1942 in East Tallassee, AL and son of Ruth and Hope Lynn, Buddy is survived by his wife, Janice B. Lynn, sons, Clint, Eric, Shey and Bryan Lynn all of Tallassee, stepchildren Lori and Tim Woodall of Tallassee, his sisters Romona Burt of Willston, SC and Beth Baldwin of Tallassee. He leaves 7 grandchildren, 6 nieces, nephews and several great nieces and nephews. Buddy was especially proud to have served in the U.S. Marine Corps from1960 to 1964. His careers covered a variety of work including insurance, construction, steel work and welding. He volunteered at First United Methodist Church flowers or memorial contributions may be made to New Rocky Mount Baptist Church, 670 Peckerwood Road, Jackson’s Gap, Al, 36861. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
She is survived by her cousin Marie Lake McGarity; one niece; one nephew and numerous other relatives and friends She was preceded in death by her parent and brother, Benjamin Fred Bence. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
in Alexander City where he served as ground keeper and greeter. He truly enjoyed the music there and his hugs every Sunday will be missed. His humor is legendary and he will be remembered for his wonderful laugh and good cheer. Buddy loved nature, hunting and fishing which was reflected in his art. Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Alexander City on Wednesday, December 9, at 1:00 with visitation from 12:00 until 1:00. A memorial graveside service will be held at 3:30 at the Elan Baptist Church, 4686 Notasulga Road, Tallassee, AL. The family requests donations to CPH/PATH FINDERS (an organization “For Individuals Needing Dementia Education, Resources and Support”) in lieu of flowers. Checks can be sent to CPH/PATH FINDERS, Dan Replogle, 410 Water Oak Run, Jackson’s Gap, Al 36861.
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his week we will continue our analysis of the potential horses in the 2018 Alabama Gubernatorial Derby. So far, we have counted down from 18 to 8. In descending order the list includes Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard , Supreme Court Justice Jim Main, Sen. Greg Reed, Sen. Arthur Orr, Mayor Vaughn Stewart, Mayor Walt Maddox, Mayor Sandy Stimpson, Congressman Bradley Byrne, Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey, Sen. Del Marsh and State Agriculture Commissioner John McMillan. The next four horses will be revealed today and we will conclude the series next week when we reveal the top three horses. We begin this week with the Number 7 horse, Attorney General Luther Strange. Of the known candidates, Strange will have served eight years in a job that is the best steppingstone to governor. At 6-9, Big Luther will be the tallest horse in the race. He is a proven fundraiser with close personal ties to the Birmingham business community. However, he has had a somewhat controversial tenure. His continuation of the Bob Riley-era gambling circus demagoguery is a tar baby. The Number 6 horse, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, is going to be a player and will make it to the gate. Battle will most likely be in the 2018 Governor’s Race. Being the popular mayor of the Rocket City makes him a contender in the contest. Huntsville is the crown jewel city of the state. It is as though it really does not belong in Alabama. It is like the Silicon Valley of California or the Research Triangle of North Carolina was placed in North Alabama. Huntsville has more PhDs per capita than any city in
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the southeast. Huntsville is the heart of the vote rich Tennessee Valley. Battle will be the hometown candidate from the area. He will benefit from his name recognition and popularity in his region. He won re-election as mayor of Huntsville with 81 percent of the vote. He will do well in North Alabama. The key will be if he can become more than a regional candidate. Our sixth-ranked horse will benefit from the fact that he is dedicated to running and has been committed to the 2018 Governor’s Race for a while. Contrary to Battle’s dedication to the race, our Number 5 horse, State Treasurer Young Boozer, seems ambivalent about his political future. Boozer has been in banking for his career. He is not a natural politician. He was perfect for the State Treasurer post. Probably when he ran for that job he thought that would be his tenure in politics and he would cap off his career with that experience. Therefore, he is probably wrestling with the decision of whether he should go any further at age 65. He has a great name. He is not the first Young Boozer. His grandfather, Young Boozer, was a successful businessman and mayor of Samson. His father, Young Boozer II, was an ultra-successful businessman who starred in football at the University of Alabama with Bear Bryant. He was the hero of a famous Rose Bowl victory over Stanford in the 1920’s. This Young Boozer graduated from Stanford.
That leads us to our Number 4 horse, who is a real thoroughbred. Secretary of State John Merrill is the best retail politician on the state stage today. He is the only one on the scene that reminds me of the master politicians of bygone days in Alabama. He is meticulously organized and built a grassroots statewide organization in his victorious race for Secretary of State in 2014. He won the old fashioned way by getting out and meeting people and working from sunup to sundown. His victory illuminated the old friends and neighbors tradition in Alabama politics. He ran like a scolded dog in his hometown of Tuscaloosa +
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The Dadeville Public Library is collecting new stuffed animals for the Stuffed With Love campaign to be donated to the Tri-County Children’s Advocacy Center. Now through Dec. 18, bring a new stuffed animal to the library circulation desk to help support this amazing agency and show these kids good people are still out there.
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PASTORAL APPRECIATION: Celebrate the 22nd annual pastoral appreciation for overseer Emma and Bro. Earnest Hoyle Dec. 9-11 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. at the House of Prayer A.C.O.P. at 634 North Central Ave.
December 10
PATH FINDERS MEETING: The next meeting of PATH FINDERS will be on Thursday, December 10, at noon in the United Way conference room, Main Street, downtown Alexander City. Please join us and help us make strides in 2016 to improve the lives of individuals dealing with dementia in the Lake Martin area. PHOTOS WITH SANTA: Sarrell Dental Center at 1572 Mill Square in Alexander City is sponsoring free Santa photographs from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. They will also be collecting toys for the boys and girls at Children’s Hospital in Birmingham. Please feel free to bring an unwrapped toy to put under our tree.
December 11
ECLECTIC EVENT: Merry Christmas to All: An Eclectic Event starts at 5 p.m. Dec. 11 in downtown Eclectic with the Eclectic Christmas Parade followed by visits with Santa and the town treelighting ceremony in front of Town Hall. At 7:30 p.m. the Community Choir will present a live cantata, “Fantasi Noel,� in the High School Auditorium. To round out the evening your are invited to bring your guitar and join the Christmas Jam Session at 9 p.m. with national singer and songwriter Keith Moody in the Warehouse downtown. If you want to participate in the parade or just want to enjoy the event and need information, call Lisa Elliott or Heather Martin at 334-5413581. RIBBON CUTTING: The Bill Nichols State Veterans Home will host a ribbon cutting for the new dayroom expansion project at the home Friday, Dec. 11 at 9:30 a.m. A reception and tours will follow the ceremony.
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December 12-13
CHRISTMAS CANTATA: Sixth Street Baptist Church invites you to come and join us for a “Christmas Night of Worship� on December 12 and 13 as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ through story and song. Come and let your heart be filled again with wonder through some familiar songs of praise as well as some new songs. The worship celebrations begin each night at 5:30 p.m. You are also invited on Dec 13 to participate in our church Christmas dinner. For more information, call us at 256-234-2408 or visit our website at sixthstreetbaptistchurch.com. CHRISTMAS MUSICAL: The adult choir at First Baptist Church of Alexander City will present their adult choir and orchestra Christmas Musical What A Glorious Night Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 11 a.m.
December 13
CHRISTMAS CANTATA: Liberty United Methodist Church Christmas Cantata is being presented by the Liberty United Methodist Church Choir Sunday, December 13 at 5 p.m. a fellowship meal to follow. The church is located at 1630 Liberty Road, two and half miles north of Hackneyville.
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FOOD DRIVE: The Camp Hill Library is collecting nonperishable food donations at various stores around Dadeville and Camp Hill. Look for the boxes from 3 Dec through 18 Dec. Donations of meats are welcome closer to the Dec 18th finish. The support of citizens and stores is greatly appreciated by those in need over the holidays.
December 12
CHRISTMAS BALL: The New Style Baptist Church in Equality is hosting a Christmas Ball Saturday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20. Please RSVP by purchasing a ticket by Dec. 1. For more information call Sharon Benton at 256-496-1143 or Pamela Jones at 256-496-2044 or email at newstylebaptistchurch@gmail.com TOY DRIVE: Church and Main will host its second annual Toy Drive on Dec. 12 at Lake Martin Baptist Church. The line-up for the evening will include Zach Channel, 49 North, and Church and Main. We ask everyone to bring a new, unwrapped toy to be given to area children. FRIENDS AND FAMILY DAY: Beacon of Joy Church
December 17
CHAMPAGNE TASTING: Emporium Wine will host a champagne tasting from 5 P.m. to 7 P.m. at 128 Calhoun Street, Alexander City. No charge for this event.
December 18
CHRISTMAS DINNER: Victory Temple Holiness Church will hold a Christmas Dinner December 18 at 6 p.m. at the Dadeville Housing Resident Service Building in Dadeville. Everyone is welcome. STUFFED WITH LOVE: The Dadeville Public Library is collecting new stuffed animals for the Stuffed With Love campaign to be donated to the Tri-County Children’s Advocacy Center.
Now through Dec. 18, bring a new stuffed animal to the library circulation desk to help support this amazing agency and show these kids good people are still out there.
December 19
TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves School will be hosting a trade day Dec. 19 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
December 19-20
CHRISTMAS DRAMA: The Family Worship Center at 1676 Swell St. is hosting a Christmas Drama, “A Breath Away,� Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 20 at 10 a.m.
December 20
BEAUTY PAGEANT: Miss Winter Wonderland Beauty Pageant will be December 20, 2015. Registration is now in progress - Early Bird Registration - $30 (Until Nov. 20), Standard Registration - $45 (Nov. 21 - Nov. 30), Late Registration - $10.00 Additional Fee (After Nov. 30). Cash prizes will be awarded to supreme winners in each category. Each contestant that enters will receive a participant’s trophy. For registration packet, please email to misswinterwonderlandpageant@gmail. com or call 256-749-6204.
December 20
CHRISTMAS CANTATA: Hillabee Baptist Church will present its Christmas Cantata Dec. 20 at 6 p.m. The free event is under the direction of Mrs. Bea Pate. Rev. Josh Sammons is pastor. Everyone is invited.
December 21
CHRISTMAS AT MAMIE’S: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is hosting Christmas at Mamie’s Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. There will be Christmas movies and hot chocolate. For more information call 256234-4644.
December 25
CHRISTMAS MEAL: Comer Methodist Church is hosting a Christmas Dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The public is invited to have a hot meal and enjoy fellowship. Tickets can be picked up at the Nutrition Center and the Salvation Army. You do not have to have a ticket to have a meal. Call 256-234-7831 for more info.
December 26
COMMUNITY FORUM: Churches, schools, organizations, clubs, youth and adults are invited to a community forum on Emergency Preparedness, Get ready, stay ready, what to do when there is a disaster and Serious Advice for Effective Encounters Saturday, Dec. 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. They will also be teaching young people how to respond when approached by law enforcement. It is sponsored by the Central Alabama Club of the National Association
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December 27
NOTE BURNING CEREMONY: Peace and Goodwill M.B.C. will have a note burning ceremony for the Community Life Center Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. at 188 County Road 30 in Kellyton. Guest will be Rev. Dr. Emerson Ware, Jr. of Great Bethel Baptist Church. Rev. Robert Williams is pastor of Peace and Goodwill.
January 10
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WINE TASTING: Emporium Wine will host a wine tasting event from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 128 Calhoun Street, Alexander City. There is no charge for this event.
January 22
MARDI GRAS AUCTION: St. James Episcopal Church will host live and silent auctions at this inaugural event to support the Feast of Sharing ministry, which provides free meals twice a week at First United Methodist Church to some 100 people in need. Auction items will include original art, a Russell Marine wakeboarding package, framed photography by Kenneth Boone, handmade pottery items, a vacation at the beach for the whole family, the Rev. Rob Iler’s handyman services for a day and more. There will be beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and entertainment. Tickets are $25 per person and can be reserved by calling St. James Episcopal Church at 256234-4752. For information, contact Heidi Ross at 256794-7010 or Susan Mange at 601-431-8239. FREE SPEECH AND HEARING SCREENING: The Auburn University NSSLHA and SAA are having a free speech and hearing screening Friday, January 22 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.. No appointment is necessary. All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Please note that very young or handicapped individuals may not be able to respond to the speech hearing screening and may require a more formal evaluation at a later appointment date. Services will be provided by the Auburn University Speech and Hearing Clinic Room 1199 Haley Center.
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Sympathy to the Crystal Morris family Chit-Chatters had “Dirty Santa” luncheon
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ew Site Town sends sympathy to the family of the late Crystal Coker Morris who is God’s gain and our loss. The late Crystal Morris was an earthly angel to everyone. Crystal Morris enjoyed teaching in the H.B.S. system. She is greatly missed but she shall never be forgotten. Little Hunter Meigs of Daviston enjoyed Paislee Sharpe’s birthday party with his mother. Smile and know the Lord loves you. Paislee Greyce Sharpe celebrated her seventh birthday on Sunday afternoon at the New Site Town Hall Social Room. Everyone who came had a good time and enjoyed themselves and the good food. Carolyn “Nana” Moody, one of Paislee’s great-grandmothers from Dadeville was present. Also, Patrick, Crystal,
Continue to pray for Paul Anderson. Wyvalee, his wife, takes good care of him. They are a lovely VIRGINIA couple to know. YATES Patrick and Bryan New Site Moody of Prattville attended new Salem Bryan, and Sawyer Baptist Church. They Moody of Prattville enjoyed Bro. Tom came. What a great time for Drake’s wonderful message. a precious little sevenIt’s basketball time at year-old girl. People who need your H.B.S. Boys and girls are doing well. prayers are Colleen Come and enjoy pickDavis, Doris Harry, Mabelle Tucker, Jimmy ing and grinning on 1st Hugh Jackson, Wynema and 3rd Saturday nights with Leon McCain and Hand and others. his Kountry Kritters Sara Harry is a preproviding the music. cious lady who needs You are always welyour prayers and love. What a wonderful child comed. Christmas is around of God you are, Sara! James Vickers is still the corner. Remember improving. Don’t forget why we celebrate and pray! this kind man whom everyone loves. Yates is a comPrayers and best wishes go out to every- munity columnist for The Outlook. She is a one in this area who resident of New Site and are sick. God bless everyone who needs any writes about the events and people of the New help. He is the answer Site area. always!
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and others brought salads, cornbread and desserts; all very delicious. Then we began opening packages and making steals with such fun. Those joining in this year were: Betty House, Carla Luck, Yvonne Myers, Martha James, Judy Denham, Jackie Dean, and the Pastor’s wife Laya Myers. The always sweet ‘Martin’ sister-in-law’s, Edna and Robbie; Lynda Moseley, Jean Sims, Nancy Holman, Patty Self, Janice Moses, Pat Garnett, Neta Stephens, Linda Seitz, and Rosie Morgan. Friday, Ron and I had a special treat, lunch at Cozumel in Eclectic. The manager Luis Sanchez makes sure that every meal is the very best quality; and plenty of it. Another great thing is that if you get a late start, Cozumel serves from the lunch menu until 4pm, what a bargain. Tell Luis I sent you when you go; if you like Mexican food, you will love everything at Cozumel. Equality UMC will have a ‘Birthday Party for Jesus’ in their Fellowship Hall on
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Canoe dugout canoes, mainly through trial and error. “There’s a few books out there, but the process is pretty straightforward,” said Fuller. “It’s like making a big giant salad bowl.” That means scraping the top of the squared-off log until it becomes hollowed. A small section is left in the middle of the canoe to ensure that the walls don’t shrink as the wood dries. Once the canoe is completely hollow, the sides are thinned and the bottom shaped into a curve. The final step is burning and scraping, an ancient method in which small fires are built in the bottom of the canoe. After the fires go out, the remaining charcoal is scraped away, leaving a finished boat. It’s a time-consuming process. Fuller estimates that each canoe takes several hundred manhours to complete. The team has been able to save time by
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using modern power tools to help with the hollowing process, but some portions of the work are still done by hand. The Oklahoma visitors brought with them a set of hand-forged carving tools made by Creek craftsman Gary Ashmore just for the canoes. The tool set is just one of many creative gifts inspired by the canoe project. “It’s just overwhelming back home,” said John Brown, who has been involved with the creation of the canoes since the beginning. “Everybody’s wanting a piece of the wood. Everybody’s making different things out of it.” That includes everything from flutes to business card holders shaped like tiny canoes. Even the sawdust from the Oklahoma build was repurposed as garden mulch. “We try to not have any
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Butch Fuller helps with the construction of the canoe at Horseshoe Bend Tuesday.
waste,” said Brown. The team is looking forward to March, when the Alabama canoe will be completed. The finished canoe will be put on display in the Horseshoe Bend museum. Members of the Oklahoma Creek nation plan to make a third trek to Alabama to attend
Chamber bers on Tuesday. They are: • Reginald Clifton, principal of Alexander City Middle School; • Stephanie Daughtry of Daughtry Insurance Agency; • Randy Dawkins, senior vice president of River Bank & Trust; • Ralph Holley of Holley’s Home Furnishings; • Sherri Richardson, owner of The Medicine Shoppe;
• Luke Robinson, sales and marketing manager for Robinson Iron; • Steve Robinson, (AmTech) Tallapoosa County commissioner and Alexander City School Board member; • Jeff Smith, general manager at Tallapoosa Ford; and • Barbara Anne Spears, dean of instruction at Central Alabama Community College.
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and others. The matter was brought before the tree board, which was in agreement that the trees could be taken down. The crews also removed a magnolia tree and banana trees near the Five Points intersection earlier this month.
the completion ceremony. Fuller said he hopes this project will open lines of communication between the Oklahoma Creek nation and people of Creek descent who still live on former Creek lands in the southeast. “The interest has been tremendous,” he said.
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Bank & Trust had been working with Google on an opportunity for local businesses called “Let’s Put Our Cities on the Map.” The Google search web interface is designed to give customers better locations to area businesses. He said Google will provide a workshop for small businesses in early 2016. The Chamber also swore in nine new board mem-
and dinner.” Dieticians even cater meals to those who have specific dietary needs like diabetics, heart patients, persons undergoing dialysis and more. It’s at RMC where the Meals on Wheels volunteer drivers pick the meals up for delivery, Boone said. “We are so thankful for our volunteers,” Boone said. “We have some who drive every day, some who drive once a week and some who drive once a month. They all do a great job and we appreciate all of them.” Clients pay $3 per day for the home-delivered meals, Boone said. “We are funded by what our recipients pay for the meals, the Lake Martin Area United Way, individuals, organizations and some local churches,” Boone said. “Our volunteers use their own gas and their own cars. The meals must be delivered in a timely man-
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ner due to health regulations on their temperature.” Boone said that the daily visits to the homes of the clients not only brings them meals, but also serve as wellness checks for those who have no family close by. “Some of our clients have no family,” Boone added. “And for those that do, it’s a comfort to them to know that they have someone checking on their loved
one every day.” Boone added that she’s always on the lookout for good volunteers to deliver the meals. “Again, they decide how often they do it,” Boone said. “They can deliver at whatever frequency they are able. A route only takes about an hour to complete. And the volunteer gets instant gratification. For more information on Meals on Wheels, call 256-
329-7382. The Lake Martin Area United Way needs your support to reach its campaign goal and help the 26 agencies it supports, including Meals on Wheels. You can send your donation to Lake Martin Area United Way, P.O. Box 876, Alexander City, AL 35011 or give at their office at 17-B Main Street in Alexander City. For more information, contact them at 256-329-3600.
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WINTER CLASSIC Generals to host trio of local teams for Pepsi Classic Tournament
BRHS wrestling falls at Tallassee By Robert Hudson Outlook Sports Editor
The Benjamin Russell Wildcats wrestling team dropped their match on the road Monday at Tallassee, 40-28. “We had to forfeit three matches – one of our guys didn’t make the match – so we ended up forfeiting three spots there and ended up getting beat,” said BRHS Coach Jeremy Stanford. “Tallassee’s got a really good team, and their whole team is good from top to bottom. We didn’t get some points that we usually get and they were maybe a little tougher competition than we faced on Saturday besides Central.” Individually, Benjamin Russell’s Saxon Coker defeated Tallassee’s Jonovan Miller by a 13-9 decision at the 120-pound weight class. In the 126-pound division, Tallassee’s Jordan Price defeated Benjamin Russell’s Scott Johnson by pinfall, while in the 132-pound division Bruin Hathcock of Tallassee defeated Benjamin Russell’s Michael Parker by a 10-2 majority decision. Benjamin Russell’s Andrew Queen defeated Tallassee’s Arthur Coker at 138 pounds by a 15-7 majority decision. At 152 pounds, Tallassee’s Rio Reyes defeated Benjamin Russell’s Jamarez Hall by a 15-12 decision. Benjamin Russell’s Trevor Gravette won the 160-pound match by a 14-7 decision over Alex Daar, while Thomas Coley of Benjamin Russell won the 170-pound match by pinfall. Tallassee’s Jeremy Noah won the 182-pound match by pinfall over Benjamin Russell’s Ryan Green. Tallassee’s 195-pounder, Andy Baker, defeated Jamie Whitehead by a 4-2 decision, while Benjamin Russell’s Tikeathon Harvey defeated Noah Blaylock at 220-pounds by pinfall. In the 285-pound match, Benjamin Russell’s Daniel Bland defeated Jake Baker by pinfall. After also going 4-1 in the Red Devil Duels this past weekend, Stanford said the Wildcats are off to a good start so far this season. “We’re doing really good. One of the things is we’ve got some guys who are going to drop weight and that’s going to make our team more complete,” Stanford said. “I know that may sound confusing, but we’ve got KiKi (Tikeathon Harvey) who went undefeated at 220 is going to go down to be our 182. That’s two weight classes he’s winning at. Then we’ve got Tae Robinson who is going to compete at 220 and he finished third in the state. Then we’ve got Ryan Spradley who has a broken thumb right now that’s going to be at 126. So, we’re going to fill some spots.”
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Above left, Benjamin Russell’s Tayla Stowes is fouled while taking a shot during a game this season. Above right, Dadeville’s Isaiah Hicks goes up for a shot during a game against Benjamin Russell.
By Robert Hudson Outlook Sports Editor
The Horseshoe Bend Generals are set to play host to a trio of local teams for an annual December tradition. The Generals will play hosts to the girls and boys teams from Benjamin Russell, Dadeville, and Central-Coosa on Friday and Saturday for the Pepsi Classic. The Pepsi Classic Tournament will begin Friday with Benjamin Russell vs. Dadeville girls at 4 p.m., followed by Benjamin Russell vs. Dadeville boys at 5:30 p.m., then Coosa vs. Horseshoe Bend girls at 7 p.m., and Coosa vs. Horseshoe Bend boys at 8:30 p.m. The tournament will continue on Saturday with the girls’ consolation game at 3 p.m., followed by the boys’ consolation game at 4:30 p.m., then the girls’ championship at 6 p.m., and then the boys’ championship at 7:30 p.m. Horseshoe Bend boys basketball Coach Chad Kison said the Pepsi Classic is a longstanding tradition on the court in the Tallapoosa County area. “It’s been going on for a long time. It’s a local tournament that has gone from the Coke Classic to the Pepsi Classic to The Classic,” Kison said. “It’s now the Pepsi Classic and it will bring those four teams together. I like the fact that we get to play some local teams, see some local talent and what all the other schools have and they see what we have out here. It kind of gives coaches a good idea of what’s going on in the surrounding area here.” For the Generals, Kison said the tournament will offer them a chance to improve on the court. “Being the smallest school in it, I know we’re underdogs and everything, but it’s just good to match up with different teams like that,” Kison said. “We’re trying to improve every time we step on
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Horseshoe Bend’s Zakkiah Lyons races up the court during a game last season. Horseshoe Bend will host the Pepsi Classic on Friday and Saturday.
the court. We don’t have the biggest size, the highest jumpers, but what we lack there we try to make up with intensity on defense. Then, we’re trying to run a
good, motion offense and shoot the ball well. If we can go out there and improve and never stop working we should be all right.”
Looking back on the Tigers’ turnover at defensive coordinator
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hat do you know? The calendar has turned to December and the Auburn Tigers are looking for a new defensive coordinator. Coaching searches at this time of year in the Loveliest Village have become as commonplace as candy canes and reindeer droppings. Don’t kid yourself. That stuff’s everywhere. Watch your step, by the way. The Auburn program has now seen nine different DC’s come and go in the last 15 years. If that’s not bad enough, the Tigers have also employed nine different OCs during that same time span. For those of you scoring at home, that averages out to a new coordinator every 1.6 years. If 18 coordinators in 15 years
ANDY GRAHAM Sports Columnist
sounds like a lot, it’s because it is! Why in the world should we expect consistency from the players at Auburn when they’re having to learn a new system every other year? It’s a miracle the Tigers have done as well as they have in recruiting. How does that sales pitch go? “I definitely want you to come play for me and whoever replaces me when I leave. You should commit to Auburn for four years. It’s a wonderful place. I’ll certainly miss it when
I’m gone.” Consistency is something Auburn has sorely lacked in the last decade or so and that has definitely been reflected in the play on the field. John Lovett was the Auburn DC from 1999-2001. He was fired for poor performance and has bounced around college and the NFL ever since. Gene Chizik was the Auburn DC from 20022004. He left to be the Texas DC and I’m assuming you’re familiar with the rest. David Gibbs was the Auburn DC in 2005. He wasn’t the right “fit” and only stayed one season. He is now the DC at Texas Tech. They were horrendous this year. Will Muschamp was the Auburn DC from 2006-2007. He also left to become the DC at Texas and I’m assuming you’re familiar with the rest.
Paul Rhoads was Auburn DC in 2008. He left to be the HC at Iowa State after Tommy Tuberville was fired. Rhoads was fired by Iowa State this year. Ted Roof was the Auburn DC from 2009-2011. He left to be the Minnesota DC. He is now the DC at Georgia Tech and doing his usual mediocre job. Brian Van Gorder was the Auburn DC in 2012. He was fired along with the entire staff after one of the worst seasons in Auburn history. He is now the DC at Notre Dame. Ellis Johnson was the Auburn DC from 2013-2014. He was fired for poor performance and is still unemployed as of today. Will Muschamp was the Auburn DC in 2015. He leaves now to become the HC at South
Carolina. Nine men have been tasked with coordinating the Auburn defense over the last 15 years. Four have been fired or asked to find employment elsewhere. Three have made lateral moves to other universities and two took head-coaching positions. Coaches move on for a lot of different reasons and Auburn is no exception. Turnover is going to be a part of modern-day college football, but the Tigers have taken it to a whole new level. Everyone seems to agree that Auburn is a special place and feels like home even to strangers. This apparently extends to everyone except offensive and defensive coordinators. Graham is a sports columnist for The Outlook.
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50+ Group enjoying Christmas activities together
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n Faye Johnston, Nell Powell, Wynema Sprayberry, Roger Pasley, Martha Champion, Karen Huffman, Carolyn and Donnie Dean. On Larry Luke, Kathy Luke, Annie Gray, May Jones, Sarah Hawes, Ann Ford and Bennie Tuck. On Carolina Whetstone, Shirley Coley, Neda Kendall, Ann Slay, Dorthy Hawkins, LaRue Burnett and Wynell Coker. To the front of the bus Annette Worthy, Iris, Mary Joe and towards the middle of the bus John and Ruby Roberts and away we go! The Alexander City Parks & Recreation 50+ had a get-away for the day trip a few days ago and those sweet reindeer above are always ready! We had a grand time together on that particular day and the weather turned out just right for our bunch.
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We have a few more scheduled get-away trips planned for this month and if you have missed signing up, we wish we had another bus! Don’t worry; there will be a next time for a New Year will be around the corner before we know it yippee! We had a wonderful Christmas Open House afternoon/evening event at the first of the month. We cannot thank those enough that helped before, during and after the event! You made it special that’s
for sure and we’ll definitely tell Santa that you’ve been extra nice! Tracy Hodge and Chat Richardson helped to provided sweet treats which were yum-o! Our Happy Timers did a wonderful job at the event; Rebecca Northington, Wynema Sprayberry, Tracy Hodge, Lucille Thompson, Sara Jacobs and filling in for Annette Rice was Corley Holt. Our perfectly perfect Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, Howard and Barbara Mattox were a sweet site to behold. Our Bingo hosts Frank McFee and Brenda Tankersley did a marvelous job along with our Jazz music hostess Janice Pinkard. As always, having Tom Gassaway a part of our Open House event was an absolute pleasure and he will be with us again at our December Luncheon event on Wednesday,
Dec 16 starting at 10:30 with our Happy Timers hand bells and after the lunch lineup Gassaway will play his new saxophone! Can’t wait! Remember to invite a neighbor or a new resident in the area. Remember to remind your grand or great grandchildren about Christmas in the Park at the Sportplex this coming Saturday starting at 4. ACPR 50+ will be serving hot chocolate! ACPR 50+ sends out condolences to Pat McCain and her family for their recent loss. ACPR 50+ sends out condolences to Wynell Coker and her family for their recent loss. Get well wishes to Roger Smith and please don’t burn any more leaves when Sherry goes out of town. Until next time, keep a smile on your face and love in your heart.