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Alert clerk spotted missing 11-year-old By MITCH SNEED Editor

A teen who was missing for more than 24 hours is back safe at home now and investigators say that an alert store clerk in Rossville, Georgia is a big reason why. After leaving the Dadeville area home of a family member Sunday morning at about 4 a.m., Victoria Skye Smith was spotted along Highway 50, had reportedly knocked on doors of some homes in the area and motorists reported seeing her as well. A video surveillance camera captured an image of her at the Eagle Station at the intersection of Highway 50 and Highway 49 at about 6 a.m. Sunday morning. There was additional report of a sighting further along Highway 50 a

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short time later. But from there – more than 24 hours with little or no information at all. That was until Smith appeared at the sales counter of TAS Equipment in Rossville where Sandy King realized something just didn’t add up. “It was at about 8 and we looked up and there she was,” King said. “She was by herself and just so young – so I started asking her questions and more and more I realized that something just wasn’t right.” King said the girl mentioned the name of two people she said went to middle school is Rossville. Smith asked if they knew how to call for a ride with Uber. “I told her that she had to do that on the Internet and I asked if I could call a taxi,” King said. “She said yes and when I asked where she was going, she

said Florida. That’s when I had one of the other guys who work here to call the sheriff’s office and I tried to keep here and talking.” King asked Smith if she was hungry or had any money. “She said she Smith was fine and had $2,” King said. “But that’s when she got a little antsy and said ‘I have to get out of here.’” King said that another employee followed her and alerted a Walker County deputy as to where Smith was and she picked her up and took her back to LaFayette where Tallapoosa County See SMITH • Page 3

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

By BETSY ILER TPI Magazine Editor

Preliminary research indicates the fall extension of Lake Martin’s summer pool level is somewhat likely this year, Alabama Power Company Hydro Services Manager Jim Crew said yesterday. “Where Lake Martin water levels are and looking out at future rainfall projections right now, I think this year it’s definitely a possibility,” Crew said. “We’ll know more as time goes on. As we get closer to September, the analysis becomes more realistic.” The fall extension of the lake’s summer pool can be implemented if four conditions are met on Sept. 1. Those criteria include Lake Martin levels measured above its operating curve; a surplus inflow from the Tallapoosa Basin and the Coosa Basin; and elevations at four other projects on the Tallapoosa and Coosa rivers operating within 1 foot of their respective operating curves. This week, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported rainfalls at Lake Martin were See LEVELS • Page 3

Suspects in bar fire, drug trafficking, sex abuse cases are sentenced It was a day full of emotion in the courtroom of Judge Ray Martin as he sentenced the two defendants from the arson of Colonel Tom’s, Stanley Holloway on trafficking and Christopher Carleton on sexual abuse Monday See CASES • Page 3

Donkey killing plea Kingz United setting example for local youth reached Donald Campbell / The Record

Ki Kingz United, a new organization in Tallapoosa County, began their first act of community service by cleaning up ar around Dadeville on July 8.

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Seeking to make a positive impact in Tallapoosa County, im the th group Kingz United recently formed in order to set re good go examples for the youth of the th area. “We’re a new group. We just ju started last month,” Kingz United President Lamont Shaw U said. sa There are times when it

seems like there is not a lot of hope among those living in the county, according to Shaw. Remembering what Tallapoosa County used to be like, he and the 19 other middle-aged men of Kingz United came together to answer the question of how they could help make a positive impact in their community, while giving local youth motivation and hope. “I’ve got so much more to give back to the community,”

he said. Kingz United began their work in the community on Saturday, July 8 with a community cleanup day. The men went around Dadeville, cleaning up as much as they could in the time they had. On Saturday, July 22, the group will be holding a car wash to raise money in order to purchase back to school supplies for those in the See KINGZ • Page 3

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Provided a young man accused of shooting a a donkey in a Daviston Field d while hunting at night w meets several conditions m and a pays fines, costs and restitution on time, the case re against him will not be a prosecuted. p See DONKEY • Page 5

Floaters need to take precaution to save themselves for rent from a few different vendors. With ready access to a new It used to be kayaking was sport in the area, the number of something rarely seen on the people taking part has increased creeks and rivers in the area. and so have the accidents. You saw it magazines and on Since the Memorial Day television out west. weekend, three people have A few locals managed to get perished while kayaking along kayaks to go along with the few the Tallapoosa River. canoes around to float down the Just Tuesday, Charles gentle flowing waterways of the Edward Stewart perished on area. the Tallapoosa River just below Now kayaks are stacked the Thurlow Dam and another up and available for purchase reportedly victim made it out at Walmart and are available safely. By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

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Obituaries Mrs. Mattie Lee Caldwell Keel 1924 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mrs. Mattie Lee Caldwell Keel, 93, of Dadeville, will be Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. (C.S.T.) at the Chapel of Langley Funeral Home. Bro. Jim Dykes, Bro. Mitchell Smith, and Bro. Clint Branch will officiate. Burial will follow in the Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery in Buttston. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (C.S.T.) at Langley Funeral Home. Mrs. Keel passed away on Saturday, July 15, at Arbor Springs in Opelika. She was born on June 17, 1924 in Tallapoosa County, Alabama to Arthur Francis Caldwell and Essie Mae Estes Caldwell. She was a member of County Line Baptist Church. Granny Keel loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved to fish in her pond and caught, cleaned, and cooked many catfish for her family and friends. She also loved talking on the phone to her family and friends. Granny Keel will be truly missed by all that knew her. Her family is at peace knowing that she was reunited with her husband and her family members. She is survived by her son, Roger Keel (Brenda) of Beulah; daughter, Elaine Sellers (Randy) of Ridge Grove; grandchildren, Tracey Ledford (John), Brandy Do (Ha), Adam Keel (Maegan),

Shelia Daniel (Wade), Jody Escoe (Mandy), and Rachel Poythress (Brandon); twenty great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 64 years, Eugene Keel; son, Ronnie Keel; grandson, Ricky Waldrop; sisters, Mary Caldwell Duck and Dorothy Caldwell Clark; brothers, Bill Caldwell, Thurman Caldwell, and Ralph Caldwell. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be given to County Line Baptist Church. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome.com.

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Mrs Alice Stewart Mrs. 1926 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mrs. Alice Stewart, 90, of Dadeville, will be Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Langley Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Tallapoosa County Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Langley Funeral Home. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome.com. Langley Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral Service for Mrs. Robbie “Jean” Duck, 76, of Dadeville, Alabama, will be Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Langley Funeral Home. Bro. Bobby Duck and Bro. Wallace Mann will officiate. Burial will follow in the Eagle Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Langley Funeral Home. Mrs. Duck passed away on Monday, July 17, 2017 at her residence. She was born on March 28, 1941 in Tallapoosa County, Alabama to Rayford Pearson Davis and Bertha Irene Walls. She was an active member of Elder Congregational Christian Church. Mrs. Jean was a very C loving family woman who enjoyed lo spending countless hours with her family. Her interests were singing, crocheting, gardening, quilting, and fishing. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Aaron G. Duck of Dadeville; sons, Jessie Lee Duck (Sandie) of Jacksons Gap, Jack Winfield Duck (Sandra) of Dadeville; grandchildren, Brade Winfield Duck, Joshua Jessie Duck; brother, Jerry Whetstone (Kim); sister, Paula Leatherwood (Doc). She was preceded in death by her sons, John Aaron Duck, James Edward Duck; parents and granddaughter, Jamie Lee Duck. Memorial messages may be

sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome.com. Langley Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Margaret Faye Foster Seibel 1944-2017 Margaret Faye Foster Seibel, 72, passed away July 15, 2017 at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, Alabama. A graveside service will be held at Garden Hills Cemetery in Opelika on July 21, 2017 at 11:00 am with Chris Tidwell of Dadeville Church of Christ officiating. Margaret was born on July 29, 1944 in Chambers County to L.V. and Sara Foster. She graduated Opelika High School and went on to earn her nursing degree from Troy State Montgomery. She worked as a nurse for more than 40 years. She enjoyed gardening, reading and most of all spending time with her family. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband John Seibel; her parents, L.V. and Sara Foster; four brothers Junior, Earl, Marshall and Hershel Foster; and two sisters Fannie Mae Pettus and Evelyn Phillips. Margaret is survived by two sisters Grace Brand and Shirley (Ron) Strickland; one brother Houston (Elaine) Foster; son David (Suzann) Ray; daughter Dana (Tom) Pershing; and four grandchildren Sarah, Katherine, Will and Elizabeth; and a number of nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff of Lake Martin Community Hospital and Hospice for their caring and support in her final days. Frederick-Dean Funeral Home is directing. www.FrederickDean.com Funerals & Cremations Since 1900

Mr. Stanley M. Pitchford 1947 - 2017 Graveside Service for Mr. Stanley M. Pitchford, 70, of Prattville, will be Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Union Methodist Cemetery. Mr. Doug Sams will officiate. Mr. Pitchford passed away on Friday, July 14, 2017 at Magnolia Woods Group Home in Prattville. He was born on June 6, 1947 in Henry County, Alabama to Roy T. Pitchford and Lois Pitchford. He is survived by his sisters, Barbara J. Speake (Bennie) of Dadeville, Shelby Cantrell (Pete), Sue Shaw (Gary); brothers, Burt Pitchford (Gerry) and Graham Pitchford (Phyllis). He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, James Pitchford, Donald Pitchford, Lamar Pitchford, Gerald Pitchford, and Austen Pitchford. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome.com. Langley Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Man who shot last summer’s wayward bear fined, given probation By MITCH SNEED Editor

It was a story that captivated residents last summer – a wayward bear traveling across

the area just looking for its next meal, never showing any propensity to harm anyone or anything along the way. It was about a year ago when that young

male black bear was spotted eating from a backyard bird feeder at the home of Candis Birchfield in the Union Community. That was after the bear made headlines several times previously, having first been spotted in Coosa County, then multiple times over several days in Tallapoosa and Chambers counties and into Lee County before being tranquilized and tagged in Opelika in late June and taken to

the Tuskegee National Forest. Shortly after the bear was tagged and released, there were sightings near Tuskegee and reports of a bear being hit by a vehicle as it crossed Interstate 85. The bear managed to make its way off into the woods beside the expressway. Apparently on July 13, 2016 when Birchfield and her daughters videotaped the bear eating and lounging in the sun, it was on its

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that back window, just hoping to see him again. It was just sad news to hear.” But what became of that charge? Court records show that Stewart plead guilty earlier this year to “hunting, or possession of protected birds or animals during closed season.” Under a plea agreement, Stewart was fined $250, ordered to pay court costs of $250 and a six-month jail term was suspended. According to court records, Stewart was also sentenced to 24 months supervised probation by Clay County District Court Judge James E. Malone. The maximum sentence for the crime is up to a year in jail and a $2,000 fine. “I understand how the process works, but I would have thought that the financial penalty would have been much more severe,” Birchfield said. “It’s really a slap on the wrist.”

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Sheriff Jimmy Abbett was alerted that Smith had been found safe, more than a three-hour drive from home. “The clerk was just a concerned citizen who worked at a business and did exactly the right thing and we a very thankful that she did,” Abbett said. “We had the opportunity to speak with her (Monday) when we went to bring the girl home and we thanked her from the bottom of our hearts. Had it not been for her

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awareness and actions, I’d hate to think about what could have been.” King said that the business planned to look at surveillance video to see if there was any indication of how Smith may have arrived at the store, hoping to see if someone had dropped her off. As of Tuesday evening there was no work on those results. Abbett said the girl has now returned to her parents’ home in Elmore County and the

investigation on how she got from the Murphy Dam Lake area to extreme North Georgia is ongoing. “We are still piecing it all together and I really can’t comment on it more at this time. We will let the investigation play out and depending on that it will determine if any charges against anyone are warranted. “Right now we are just so proud and very thankful that this had the resolution that it did.”

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area who may not be able to afford them. These supplies will then be distributed on August 5, when Kingz United hosts a fish fry and cookout. “We’ll be offering free haircuts and handing out the back to school supplies. It’s just going to be a fun day for the kids overall,” Shaw said. The group’s actions may have started relatively small, but they have big plans

for the future. “I want us to try and start a tutoring class,” Shaw said. “Hopefully one day, we’ll be able to help out with scholarships, or just some kind of award for our students.” So far, the feedback for Kingz United’s actions has been phenomenal, with a number of people wanting to donate assistance to the outreach events.

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This includes several women offering to donate cases of food for the August 5 fish fry and cookout, according to Shaw. “We’re just trying to make a difference, set good examples, and be a father figure to those who may not have had such a figure in their life,” he said. “If we can touch just one child, it’ll be worth it.”

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morning. Martin heard emotional pleas from both victims and defendants from the arson of Colonel Tom’s about how they hoped the incident would turn lives around for the defendants. Last month the defendants plead guilty under Alabama’s Youthful Offender law. “We are here because of some terrible actions of these young men,” Martin said. “There has been tremendous economic loss and restitution will be deep and hard.” “This has put a lot of people out of work,” property owner Tom McElroy said. “I sold the property for one third of what it is worth.” McElroy said he sold the property earlier this month for $125,000 and that did not get into the money he spent trying to clean up the County Road 34 business. Colonel Tom’s General Manager Lou Bess said

she was surprised the defendants did it. “I signed for them to come in,” Bess said of the defendants coming into Colonel Tom’s. “I did not see them drink or anything. I have never been so shocked as when I found out they were the ones that burned me down.” Attorneys for both defendants stated their clients were using marijuana and ‘CCC.’ Derrick Blythe said his client had been cooperative and forthcoming and had a support system to keep him on the straight and narrow. Jason Jackson said his client had not been in trouble before he started using drugs, that since the arson he had completed 41 days in a Florida rehab facility, had completed 56 hours of community service and was attending recovery meetings. “He has taken every step to make sure it does

not happen again,” Jackson said. Both defendants stated their wishes to go back and do things differently. “I wish (other defendant) and I could go back and take it back,” a defendant said. “I can not turn back. I still love yall. I wish we could take everything back and make it right.” Starr Miller said the defendants had stolen guns and other items from her home but was willing to forgive her family members. But she was wanting to see more than just a court room confession from them. Miller considered the defendants family. “I am counting on you to turn it around,” Miller said. “We can paint a pretty picture over night. You have got to work for it. Don’t get with a bad crowd again. I want them to get straight. I want to forgive you but you have got to get straight.” “I need you in my life,”

a defendant said. “I have taken from the family that loves me so much. I made a bad decision.” Martin cautioned the defendants about their emotional pleas. “I see it every day from the bench,” Martin said. “When people see what might be coming they almost always get emotional.” Under youthful offender status, Martin could have still sentenced the defendants to prison time. “This is a day of accountability for you,” Martin said. “From what I have heard, there is a glimmer of hope. “What Ms. Miller has said is one of the most eloquent thoughts from a victim I have ever heard. It is an open and heart felt plea for the two defendants to turn themselves around. I cannot in good conscience send you to the Department of Corrections – the county

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jail is an option. Mr. McElroy cannot be made whole by anything we do here. Ms. Lou cannot be made whole by anything we do here. Sometimes we can’t get Humpty Dumpty back on the wall.” The state represented by assistant district attorney Mike Weldon told the court that the state did not oppose but did not recommend probation. The Record has chosen not to identify the defendants as they were granted youthful offender status sealing portions of their record. They were arrested as adults and previous stories have been written identifying the two defendants. Martin sentenced the two defendants to three years probation, the maximum under youthful offender status and is waiting on ruling on restitution until victims file paperwork with the state.

“It will be a closely monitored probation,” Martin said. You all have a long way to go. If there is a violation of the conditions of probation, I am going to feel like (victim). I am going to feel betrayed.” Martin sentenced Holloway to life in prison. In June, a jury found Holloway guilty of trafficking cocaine. Based on Holloway’s previous conviction of felonies, Martin was forced to sentence him under habitual offender status. Martin did hold open the case to allow appointed defense attorney Robin McIntryre the chance to file a motion to reconsider or vacate. Carleton, who plead guilty to second degree sexual abuse in June, was sentenced to 24 months of unsupervised probation. As part of his plea agreement, Carleton will have to register as a sex offender.

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more than 11 inches above normal, an indication that the fall extension criteria could be met as the all-important date approaches. Year-to-date precipitation reported by NWS was 43.92 inches for Alexander City, compared

to the normal year-to-date figure of 21.19 inches. The lake level on July 16 was 490.52 mean sea level. An extension of the higher water levels could have significant economic impact in the area, as the continuation

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s news that an 11-year-old girl had gone missing after leaving her grandparents’ home near Dadeville last Sunday unfolded, emotions ran high and prayers for a safe return came from across the country. Investigators worked tirelessly with little to go on in hopes they would find something that would allow them to bring Victoria Skye Smith home. But then prayers were answered in the form of Rossville, Georgia store clerk Sandy King. Smith appeared at the sales counter of TAS Equipment in Rossville where Sandy King realized something just didn’t add up. “It was at about 8 and we looked up and there she was,” King said. “She was by herself and just so young – so I started asking her questions and more and more I realized that something just wasn’t right.” King said the girl mentioned the name of two people she said went to middle school in Rossville. Smith asked if they knew how to call for a ride with Uber. “I told her that she had to do that on the Internet and I asked if I could call a taxi,” King said. “She said yes and when I asked where she was going, she said Florida. That’s when I had one of the other guys who work here to call the sheriff’s office and I tried to keep here and talking.” Authorities arrived and kept the girl safe until Sheriff Jimmy Abbett and the girl’s parents arrived. Had it not been for the awareness shown by King and her willingness to get involved, we all shudder to think about what could have happened. We’ve all seen “What Would You Do?” newsmagazine and hidden camera television show hosted by John Quiñones, where everyday people are put into tough judgment situations to see if they do the right thing. But in this case, we have a real life example of what we should all do. If we see something wrong, we need to get involved. It can make a difference in a life.

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’ve always heard that one can tell a lot by a man’s hands. For example, if they’re soft and smooth, then they very likely don’t work very hard. I once shook the hand of a very well-known politician. It felt as if I was shaking hands with a very non-threatening cloud. I was almost repulsed at the softness of them. On the other hand, pun intended, if the person’s hands are tougher than Tarzan’s feet, then he or she works hard for a living. I think my hands are somewhere in the middle. I don’t necessarily work hard anymore, but I sure do stay busy – too busy. The other day, I was multitasking to a fault. I was transferring clothes from the washing machine to the dryer with one hand while eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with the other. After fishing that last sock out of the washer and throwing it into the dryer, without hesitation, I threw my sandwich into the dryer, too, and didn’t realize I’d done so until I was ready to press the start button. I didn’t even look at the clothes. I just pulled out the sandwich and washed them all again. My hands do a lot of dumb things, but where would I be without them. I know there have been incredible advances in technology over the years,

Since Lucy cooked dinner, it was my job to wash the dishes. I usually do that anyway. I can’t stand to see dirty dishes. About half way JODY through, I realized that the FULLER nail polish was coming off. I Columnist was a bit sad, because Emily so I would still be able to had done such a great job. write, type, and text, but I’d Apparently, this wasn’t the still be left shorthanded in best nail polish out there, other areas. and my nails may have not Sunday morning, I picked been completely dry. Now, vegetables from my garden. It my nails look awful. They was a wonderful little harvest look like I’ve been soaking with an eggplant, beans, my fingertips in expired, tomatoes, okra, and peppers. off-brand Pepto-Bismol and I grew these with my own then tried to scratch it off. It hands. Sunday night, Lucy ain’t pretty, folks. We live used her hands to cook a lot of in a different world than our it. We’ll be eating the rest this parents and grandparents. We week. live in a world where men Before dinner, I was sitting don’t necessarily need calluses in the living room when Emily to show how hard they work. asked if she could paint my We now live in a world where nails. I thought about it for men wash dishes and let little a second, and then decided girls paint their nails. that it’d be okay just if I It’s simply a different didn’t have to get up out of world, but my hands haven’t my chair. Emily was happy seen anything, yet, as my about decorating my semiworld will be totally different soft hands. She even gave in four and a half months me the option of picking my when I have a baby on my own color. I went with orange hands. and blue but somehow still Jody Fuller is a comic, wound up with sparkly pink speaker, writer and soldier nails before it was all said and with three tours of duty in done. I didn’t mind. Plus, I felt Iraq. He is also a lifetime pretty. I even had an excuse stutterer. He can be reached to turn down a couple of at jody@jodyfuller.com. For chores because “my nails were more information, please visit drying.” www.jodyfuller.com

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here is a word that some have doggedly dismissed that the news of last Tuesday – July 11 – demands not be ignored. It starts with a “c” and ends with “–ollusion.” On July 11, we learned that Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the president of the United States, had emails that cracked open the Trump campaign’s walnut of willful deceit concerning its potential collusion with Russians to harm the Hillary Clinton presidential campaign. (One must consider, at this point, whether the word “potential” is any longer necessary in the preceding sentence.) In fact, Trump Jr. himself produced the damning emails! When he joyfully (“I love it,” the president’s namesake son said in one of the emails he made public) accepted a meeting with a Russian attorney who claimed to have information that would likely damage his father’s Democratic opponent, Trump Jr. was, at the very least, guilty of, in a manner of speaking, sleeping with the enemy. Call it what you will – collusion, cooperation, collaboration, naïveté, treason or by some wholly different name – but Trump Jr.’s action in that acceptance ran counter to some 240 years of principled democracy in our great republic. His action was unprecedented, if not unlawful. And though Trump Jr. contends the meeting turned out to be about adoptions Russia’s end to American adoptions of Russian children in response to sanctions levied against the Putin regime and, he said, was a waste of 20 minutes (after all, discussions of adoption are wasteful, right?

our population who have fallen in lockstep with this president, believing his side of every story despite his history of lies and half-truths, supporting him in every loony DAVID legislative logarithm he posits GRANGER (read: TrumpCare, which Managing Editor has apparently died another agonizing death) regardless of But destruction of a political how ridiculous, heartless and/ opponent? Now, that’s a big deal!), he clearly accepted the or self-serving whatever the man says or does may be. meeting expecting far more. A convenient and What must Vladimir Putin, disheartening close-toa man who doesn’t think home example is Alabama’s twice about ridding himself own junior Sen. Luther of whatever opposition within Strange, who recently told his own country rankles him a Montgomery candidate before snuffing life from them, forum, “President Trump is the be thinking? greatest thing that’s happened He’s likely enjoying a to this country. I consider it potato soda and a constant a biblical miracle that he’s stream of hearty laughter there.” thinking, “We are destroying Strange read a different them from within.” What’s Bible than the one from which more, they’re doing it without I was taught as a child. In any real effort. mine, no philandering, lying, It’s all Trump and his vain individual would ever gene-pool-centric “gang have been called a “miracle,” that couldn’t shoot straight,” much less a “biblical” one. as the late great Pulitzer But Strange’s strange Prize-winning journalist comment serves him Jimmy Breslin referred to politically. Unfortunately, schizophrenic New York Alabama politics seems to hoodlum Joseph Gallo’s have devolved into a contest to crew. In fact, there have see which candidate can outbeen schizophrenic episodes Trump the other, the latest in in Trump’s seven-month a frightening accumulation of presidency, too, where he says evidence that we need a new one thing and then tweets something totally counter from Age of Enlightenment in this his easy chair and cell phone. country to illumine both our Frankly, I am more worried hearts and our minds. And, now more than about my beloved country ever, we need an unfettered than ever. Trump Jr.’s emails free press to point us in are the latest in a string of the direction of the truth, disturbing developments from despite whatever attempts at this administration, though distraction and denigration many of the president’s own Trump, Trump Jr. and their tweets and actions have been minions may concoct. equally so. David Granger is the But, for me, it’s not that managing editor of Tallapoosa Hillary or Bernie Sanders lost Publishers Elmore County the election to the New York newspapers. He can be megalomaniac that is the root reached at david.granger@ of my worry. thewetumpkaherald.com It’s the large chunks of

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Scantron set to replace ACT ASPIRE test in upcoming school year By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

After four years of using the ACT ASPIRE test to assess elementary and high school students throughout Alabama, the state Department of Education decided to drop the ASPIRE, moving in a new direction. Recently, State Superintendent Michael Sentance told the state Board of Education that the ASPIRE would be replaced in the upcoming school year with the Scantron test, formerly known

as GlobalScholar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Scantron will be used this upcoming spring for grades three through eight while we continue to look for a permanent replacement for the ASPIRE,â&#x20AC;? Alabama Department of Education Public Information Manager Malissa Valdes-Hubert said. Alabama was given permission from the federal Department of Education to drop the ASPIRE and temporarily utilize the Scantron test, according to Valdes. While

Scantron would be used for the time being in assessing student achievement during the year, key staff at the department would be actively searching for an effective and permanent replacement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be talking to teachers and administrators as well, getting their input and feedback,â&#x20AC;? Valdes said. Even though over half of all public school systems in Alabama utilize Scantron in some form, the state Department of Education would

be holding plenty of training in the coming months for school districts that have not used Scantron before, in order to familiarize them with the new test system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully there wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a large change in going to Scantron,â&#x20AC;? Valdes said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in a format most everyone is familiar with. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see anything significantly different with it.â&#x20AC;? In addition to the new test being relatively familiar with many teachers throughout the

state, other advantages to using Scantron Valdes mentioned included the test providing teachers with a bank of sample test questions along with the time necessary to complete the test being less than the old Alabama Reading and Math Test. She also believed that the new system would not have the same technical issues that plagued the ASPIRE test. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an unexpected change, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be there to offer the necessary resources,â&#x20AC;? Valdes said.

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Judge Kim Taylor signed a pre-trial diversion order Monday that spells out conditions in the animal cruelty case against Ethan Christopher Towne, 19, of Dadeville. Towne was charged with aggravated cruelty to animals and hunting from a public road. Law enforcement reports indicate that Tallapoosa County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department deputies

along with Alabama Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Michael East were called to Highway 49 near Goldville on the morning of Friday, Nov. 25, 2016 after a donkey was found shot to death in a pasture there. A week later the investigation developed information that identified Towne as a suspect in the case. He was arrested and

charged a short time later. Following his arrest, Towne was released from the Tallapoosa County Jail after posting a $30,000 bond. Under the terms of the agreement, Towne will pay $800 to enter into the pre-trial diversion program, $100 to the Crime Victimsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Compensation Fund, $400 to the owner of the donkey that he shot

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as well as yet to be determined court costs. Towne will also remain under court supervision for a term of 36 months and must complete 200 hours of community service. Any further violation of the law may nullify the agreement and Towne must also submit to random searches of his vehicle and personal property for drugs and contraband, court records

indicate. In return, once the fines, fees and restitution is paid in full and all other conditions are met, the court will dismiss the case against Towne, according to the motion. Attorney Jason Jackson who represented Towne in the case said the deal was

made to avoid court, but not to deny responsibility. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From everything I have learned we have a good kid who made a very bad decision,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even though he did reach an agreement, he still pays an appropriate price for what he did that night.â&#x20AC;?

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one of the most dangerous in the state. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The two miles below Thurlow Dam is some of the roughest white water in the state of Alabama,â&#x20AC;? Banks said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a bad recirculating hole just below the Dam. What most people do not realize is that PFDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lose a lot of their effectiveness in white water due to the amount of air in the water.â&#x20AC;? In May, a father and son lost their lives on the Tallapoosa River near Heflin. 34-year-old Jason Smith, of Heflin, was kayaking with his 3-yearold and 4-year-old sons on Sunday afternoon. Authorities said a 12-year-old was kayaking beside them. Cleburne County Coroner Tracey Lambert said Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vessel flipped over when Smith tried to grab a tree limb to slow down the kayak. The 12-year-old was able to get out of his kayak and rescue the 4-year-old, Lambert said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The dad tried to save the 3-year-old, but was unable to,â&#x20AC;? Lambert said. Lambert said the father and son were not wearing life jackets.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Any time you are in the water, always wear a life jacket,â&#x20AC;? Lambert said. Just last year, Tallapoosa County Commissioner John McKelvey donated funds to allow the Alex City Rescue Squad to purchase kayaks to aid in the rescue of boaters along the Tallapoosa River and have been used twice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; once to rescue floaters on the Tallapoosa River who left Horseshoe Bend too late and to help a boater who was stranded in low water on Lake Martin. In addition to added rescue abilities in the area, floaters need to be mindful to take care of themselves, first by being properly equipped and as evidenced by Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accident that is not the only thing to be mindful of. Linda Forbus floats almost weekly through Skint Back Floating Club all along the Tallapoosa and Coosa rivers and the many creeks in the area with 10 to 20 other floaters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We float them all,â&#x20AC;? Forbus said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If it has water, we will float it. Normally we are in the water almost every

weekend.â&#x20AC;? Forbus advises the area around the Thurlow Dam is dangerous due to the constantly changing water conditions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is a whole different ballgame,â&#x20AC;? Forbus said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It can be very dangerous down there.â&#x20AC;? She says life preservers are the first step but not the only step to a safe float trip. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every trip we go on, we make sure everyone has a floatation device,â&#x20AC;? Forbus said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition a lot of us carry extras on the trip just in case.â&#x20AC;? Forbus advises that children to take special care. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Children are required to wear a life preserver,â&#x20AC;? Forbus says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We think it is very important.â&#x20AC;? Banks says a lot of things for a safe trip are easy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The obvious things are wear your life jacket, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stand up in fast water and scout the area first before paddling,â&#x20AC;? Banks said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When paddling on the lake, stay near the shore to stay away from the motor boats and jet skis and never paddle at night.â&#x20AC;? Forbus says the group

checks on water levels before striking out on a trip and advises the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We check the waterflow on the USGS website,â&#x20AC;? Forbus said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The amount water can change a waterway. With more water you will be able to float in areas that you might not normally be able to but that presents a possible problem too.â&#x20AC;? Forbus said there is another resource available too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know, just ask someone who has been,â&#x20AC;? Forbus said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anyone who has been floating is willing to help.â&#x20AC;?

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ALLIGATORS & CROCODILES

Alligators and crocodiles are both large reptiles that belong to the order Crocodilia. The basic body form of these ancient reptiles has been around since the time of the dinosaurs, making them one of the oldest types of animals on the planet, and has changed little since then. Alligators are found in only two places in the World-- the Southeastern United States and the Yangtze River Region of China. American alligators are normally around 8-12 feet long, but they can grow as long as 20 feet. The Chinese alligator can grow up to seven feet in length. They prefer temperate climates and fresh water. Crocodiles live in tropical environments and are found in many places around the World. The American Crocodile is one of the smaller breeds, measuring around seven feet. They are shy creatures that usually hide from humans. They live in the southernmost tip of Florida, as well as in the Caribbean. The largest of the crocodiles (and all reptiles) is the Saltwater Crocodile which is found in places like Australia and Africa. These animals are extremely dangerous. They have the strongest recorded bite on the planet and can be as long as 21 feet. Nile crocodiles are found around the Nile River and in other parts of the Continent of Africa. They are also very aggressive. All Crocodilia are cold-blooded animals. They are the same temperature as their surroundings and must lie in the sun in order to heat their bodies. 7KH\ DUH QRFWXUQDO DQG SUHIHU WR KXQW DW QLJKW 7KH\ DUH PHDW HDWHUV DQG OLYH PDLQO\ Rá&#x201A;&#x2021; RI ÂżVK VPDOO DQLPDOV DQG ELUGV $W WLPHV WKH\ GR NLOO ODUJHU SUH\ OLNH GHHU 7KHVH UHSWLOHV FDQ EH LGHQWLÂżHG E\ WKHLU VQRXWV $Q DOOLJDWRU KDV D ZLGHU X VKDSHG VQRXW :KHQ KH FORVHV KLV PRXWK \RX FDQQRW VHH his teeth. In comparison, a crocodile has a more-slender, v-shaped snout. When he closes his mouth, some of his teeth still show. Alligators g are also als generally darker in color. Remember to never approach either of these animals!

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Communication is another he question was asked in very important ingredient of a a study by James Dodson, good marriage. It has always “What makes a marriage amazed me how we can find the last?” We know as Christians time for umpteen different things that the basic requirement for in our lives, and yet we don’t a good marriage is to be built take time to discuss our needs upon Jesus Christ as the “sure” and out feelings with each other. foundation. But, among other Carol Page Time must be reserved for answers there were two positive Good News meaningful conversation, taking recommendations: committed Baptist Church walks together, a cup of coffee or love and communication. ice cream break, date nights, or a Committed love is an old day date. tried and tested quality of marriage, There are many outdoor activities to and years ago very few couples ever enjoy together, or maybe just a day to put questioned or gave second thought to away the electronics. My husband and I that requirement. However, the big are considered old people by many, but problem today is that many couples go we still make time for date nights and into marriage with a lack of stickability. day dates and it’s worked. Things get too rough, tragedy strikes All of these and more are good and daily frustrations are too much to conversation inducers to keeping handle— and it all begins to cause wear communication open and your love alive. and tear on the relationship. Then, we’ll You’ve got to make time for each other. just get out of it and start over thinking As quoted by James Dobson, “A good surely the next relationship will be better. marriage is not one where perfection Reality is, there are times in every reigns, it is a relationship where a healthy good marriage when husband and perspective overlooks multitudes of wife don’t like each other very much. Unexpected tornadoes blow through your ‘unresolvables.’” Keep your love alive, my friends, and home, doldrums strike and we sometimes make sure God is the secure foundation let the world into our relationship. Will in your home. Love and blessings. your commitment hold steady? Jesus never promised that life would Carol Page is a member of Good be all roses. He did say, “In this world News Baptist Church and a regular faith you will have trouble. But, take heart! I have overcome the world!” (John 16:33) columnist for The Record. This devotional and directory made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services!

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New Beginnings Baptist 1076 Coley Creek Rd.

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

New Life Baptist County Road 14, Alex City, 256-329-2635 Victory Baptist 280 By-Pass, Alex City West End Baptist Off 280 West, 256-234-2130 BAPTIST – MISSIONARY Bethlehem Baptist New Site Cross Key Baptist Hackneyville, 256-329-9716 Darian Missionary Baptist Church Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City 256-329-3865

Flint Hill Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville Friendship Baptist Our Town Community, 256-329-5243 Hollins Springs Baptist Hwy. 280, Goodwater

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

Mt. Calvary Baptist 329 King St., Alex City, 256-234-5631 Mt. Olive Baptist Hwy. 280 & Jct. 49, Goodwater Mt. Sinai Baptist Fish Pond Rd., Coosa County 256-329-2337 Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 22, New Site Mt. Zion East StillWaters Dr., 256-825-4991 Mt. Zion West Our Town Community, 256-234-7748

New Bethel Baptist Rock St., Dadeville, 256-825-7726 Peace & Goodwill Baptist Cottage Grove Community Alexander City, 256-377-4634

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

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

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

Perryville Baptist Perryville, 256-234-3588

Daviston Baptist Daviston, 395-4327

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

New Pine Grove Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Perryville

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

Liberty Church 1034 Liberty Church Rd. Willow Point Alex City

Marietta Baptist Goodwater

New Life Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-6190 / 256-329-2635

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

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

Macedonia Baptist Macedonia Circle, Goodwater 256-839-5793

New Hope Baptist Lake Martin, off Hwy. 63 256-329-2510

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

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

New Elam Baptist Hwy. 9, Burtonville, 256-234-2037

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

Early Rose Baptist 201 E Street, Alexander City

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

Mt. Carmel Baptist 3610 Dudleyville Rd., Dadeville

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

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

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

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

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Pine Grove Baptist Eagle Creek Rd., Dadeville

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

Pine Grove Baptist Camp Hill Ray Baptist Rockford Hwy., Alex City, 256-234-7609 River Road Baptist 148 Dean Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6971 Rocky Creek Baptist Samford Rd., Cowpens Community Rocky Mount Baptist Hwy. 22 E., Alex City, 256-329-2327 Rock Springs Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-839-6263 Russell Farm Baptist Hwy. 63 beyond Our Town

Dadeville Church of Christ East LaFayette St., Dadeville Meadows St. Church of Christ 306 Meadows St., Alex City Pleasant Grove Church of Christ 1819 Bay Pine Rd, Jackson’s Gap Southview Church of Christ 2325 Dadeville Rd., Alex City 256-329-0212 CHURCH OF GOD Alex City No. 2 A.C.O.P. Church of God Local Street, Alex City Bread of Life A.C.O.P. Church of God Hwy. 280, Kellyton Cedar Street Church of God 711 Martin Luther King Blvd. Alex City Dadeville Church of God 425 Horseshoe Bend Rd. (Hwy. 49 N.) Dadeville 256-825-8820 Marshall Street Church of God 428 Marshall Street, Alex City 256-234-3180 New Faith Tabernacle A.C.O.P. Church of God “J” Street New Harvest Ministries Church of God Hwy 280 & Coosa 28 256-329-2331

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

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

Goodwater U.M. Main St., Goodwater, 256-839-6661 Haven United Methodist 354 Christian St., Alex City 256-329-8394 Hillabee Campground UMC 120 CC Road, Alex City Sunday School 10am Sunday Service 11am Kellyton U.M., Kellyton, 256-329-1681 Liberty United Methodist Liberty Rd., Hackneyville Mt. Godfrey New Site New Site U.M. New Site, 256-234-7834

Union United Methodist 4428 Hwy. 50, Dadeville 256-825-2241 METHODIST – INDEPENDENT Daviston Independent Methodist Daviston, 395-4207

PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian 371 Jefferson St., Alex City 256-329-0524 First Presbyterian Okefuske, Dadeville, 256-825-4081 Robinson Memorial Presbyterian Robinson Rd., Alex City UNITED PENTECOSTAL Alex City Apostolic 3708 Robinson Rd., Alexander City, 256-329-1573 INDEPENDENT Faith Temple Franklin Street, Alex City, 256-234-6421

Sandy Creek Baptist Alex City

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

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

FULL GOSPEL Dadeville Foursquare Gospel Church Old 280 By-pass

Family Worship Center 1676 Sewell Street 256-839-6895

Hackneyville Baptist Hwy. 63 N., Hackneyville

Sunny Level Baptist Church Sunny Acres Subdivision Sewell Street

Fellowship Revival Center Mission 316 6th Ave., Alex City 256-329-1510 weekends

First Congregational Christian 11th Ave. South, Alex City

Town Creek Baptist Camp Ground Rd., Alex City

Kellyton Revival Center Co. Road 87 South Kellyton

Jackson’s Gap Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-4951 Kellyton Baptist Kellyton, 256-329-1512 Kendrick Baptist Church Nixburg Lake Martin Baptist Hwy 34, Dadeville 256-825-7434 Lake Pointe Baptist 8352 Hwy. 50W, Dadeville

Zion Hill Baptist Hwy. 79, near Horseshoe Bend

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

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

The Family Worship Center 365 Scott Road, Alex City

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

METHODIST – UNITED Alexander City Methodist 11th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1284 Bradford Methodist Hwy. 9, Goodwater

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Trinity United Methodist 280 By-pass, Alex City, 256-234-2455

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

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

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

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

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

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

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First United Methodist Dadeville, 256-825-4404

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

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

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

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

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

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New Bethel Fellowship Church 5474 Rock Springs Road Jackson’s Gap 256-825-3367 The Baha’I Faith 740 Newell Street, Camp Hill 256-896-4007 The Word Bible Church 161 Main St., Alex City, 256-215-5646

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Library Notes Summer Reading has come to an end. Hopefully, everyone who participated learned how to build a better world. If you filled out your reading log, turn it in at the circulation desk. There will be winners for top readers. A giant thank you goes to Elaine and Bill Toney and Sue Paggen for the beautiful flower bed revamp! Make sure you follow the Dadeville Public Library and Friends of the Dadeville Public Library on Facebook. This is a great way to keep up with upcoming programs and events. Another thank you goes to a couple of our volunteers, Ms. Bonnie and Ms. Dianna for the

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New Releases for Adult Fiction:

• Distant View of Everything by Alexander McCall Smith • The Fallen by Ace Atkins • Look Behind You by Iris Johansen • Matchup edited by Lee Child Story Time is still every Tuesday at 10 a.m. each week. Make sure you bring your kids by to check out the fun filled hour of reading, laughing, and learning. Library Notes are provided by Dadeville Public Library Director Abbi Mangarelli.

State releases new 2016 graduation rate STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

The Alabama State Department of Education has revised the state’s graduation rate after an earlier figure proved inaccurate. Information released during the Alabama State Board of Education meeting earlier this week showed Alabama’s graduation rate was 87.1 percent in 2016. That’s higher than the 85 percent rate announced in April, but lower than the 89 percent

rate reported in 2015. The previous figures were found to be incorrect. The new rate was made public after a lengthy discussion about how district-by-district information differed was posted online by the state in April. As a result of the conflicting information, state officials are now differentiating between Alabama graduates and federal graduates. Students who take coursework on the “essentials” pathway are counted as Alabama

graduates, but not federal graduates. Officials said 50,366 students are considered Alabama graduates, while 49,164 students are considered federal graduates. Former Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Phil Hammonds who investigated the graduation rate discrepancy told the state school board that a series of what he called “unfortunate events” led to the release of bad information. He indicated

that many school systems didn’t get a chance to review their data before it was published. Though no timeline was given for the public posting of district-level 2016 graduation rates was shared, officials said it should be soon. Previously Alexander City Schools Superintendent Dr. Darrell Cooper and Tallapoosa County Schools Superintendent Dr. Joe Windle said they didn’t believe that the grad rates in their systems would change.

Police Reports Dadeville Police Department July 18

• A report was filed for Assault and Burglary that occurred on Christian St. • A report was filed for Theft of Property that occurred on Fulton St. • A two motor vehicle collision occurred on Freeman Drive resulting in minor property damage and no injuries. One driver was cited for Driving while Revoked. • A report for Theft of Property was filed that occurred on E South St.

July 17

• A Dadeville man, age 34, was arrested on two warrants for Failure to Appear.

July 16

• A Dadeville man, age 25, was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear.

July 15

• A Dadeville man, age 32, was arrested on a warrant for Domestic Violence. • A report was filed for Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle and Theft of Property that occurred on E South St. • A report was filed for Burglary, Theft of Property and Criminal Mischief that occurred on Highway 280. July 14 • A report was filed for Theft of Property that occurred on Freeman Dr. • A Dadeville man, age 19, was arrested on a warrant for Criminal Mischief. • A report was filed for Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle and Theft of Property that occurred on Freeman Dr.

July 13

• A two motor vehicle collision occurred on Highway 280 resulting in no injuries and minor

property damage. • A Birmingham man, age 37, was arrested on seven warrants for Failure to Appear. • A Jackson’s Gap man, age 45, was arrested on five warrants for Failure to Appear. • A report was filed for Trespassing that occurred on College St. • A report was filed for Criminal Mischief that occurred on N. Loop Rd.

July 12

• A report was filed for Assault, Menacing, Harassment, and Criminal Mischief that occurred on Freeman Dr. • An Alexander City woman, age 21, was arrested on a warrant for Criminal Mischief. • A report was filed for Burglary that occurred on Highway 280. • A one motor vehicle collision occurred on Dogwood Circle resulting in no injuries and minor property damage.

Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department July 18

• Frederick Williams of Main Street in Jacksons Gap was arrested on outstanding warrants for failure to appear murder and robbery first. • A resident of Notasulga Road filed a report for theft.

July 17

• A resident of Veterans Memorial Parkway in Lanett filed a report for harassment communications. • Brand Whisenhunt of Harlan Road in Goodwater was arrested for domestic violence third. • A resident of Timber Trail in Alexander City filed a report for criminal mischief.

July 16

• A resident of Lee Road 621 in Opelika filed a report for theft.

July 15

• Christian Sumner of Tangowood Brook Lane in Birmingham was arrested for driving under the influence. • A resident of Shandwick Place in Birmingham filed a theft report.

July 14

• Tyrone Riley of Cherry Street in Tallassee was arrested on an outstanding warrant escape first degree. • Nicholas Shipman of Lee Street Tallassee was arrested on two grand jury indictments, burglary third degree and theft of property third degree. • Tommy White of Duck Road in Dadeville was arrested for driving under the influence.

July 13

• Gregory Motes a resident of Monroe Street in Tallassee was arrested on an outstanding warrant failure to appear probation revocation. • A resident of Herren Camp Road filed a report for domestic violence.

July 12

• A resident of Samford Drive in Camp Hill filed a report for a private property accident. • A resident of Tallapoosa Street in Notasulga filed a report for burglary of a business. • A resident of Tigerwood Drive filed a report for theft. • A resident of Hodges Road in Camp Hill filed a report for harassment.

Alexander City Police Department July 17

• Crystal Lashunda Robinson, 39, of Alexander City was

arrested for domestic violence. • Jeremy Shawn Bazinaw, 38, of Alexander City was arrested for harassing communications. • William Henry Britt, 18, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Isaac McComas Glasper, 41, of Alexander City was arrested for vicious dogs, dogs running at large, chain or tethering dogs and annual inoculation required. • Donald Ray Marbury Jr., 30, of Alexander City was arrested for driving under the influence alcohol. • Brandon Alexander Riggans, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for appearance in public place under the influence and possession of a controlled substance. • Domestic violence was reported on Pearson Chapel Road. • Two counts of domestic violence was reported on State Street. • Harassment was reported on Campground Road. • Domestic violence was reported on Cecila Road. • Harassment and criminal mischief was reported on Booker Street. • Aggravated stalking was reported at Court Square. • Possession of a controlled substance and public intoxication was reported on North Central Avenue.

July 16

• Justin Ray Davis, 20, of Alexander City was arrested for bail jumping. •Tavaris Donta Brooks, 38, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Jeremy Shawn Bazinaw, 38, of Alexander

City was arrested for harassment. • Renaldo Johntavius Horton, 32, of Alexander City was arrested for simple assault. • Harassing communications was reported on Capstone Drive. • Assault was reported on Campbell Road. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment and terrorist threat was reported on Capstone Drive. • Domestic violence was reported on Adams Street. • Hit and run was reported on D Street.

July 15

• Carmen Sherae Finley, 35, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Roger Dale Brown, 70, of Kellyton was arrested for two counts of domestic violence, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. • David Lee Eastridge, 32, of Dadeville was arrested for domestic violence. • Angela Leigh Wilson, 46, of Alexander City was arrested for criminal trespass. • Fredrick Charles Holloway, 54, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Domestic violence was reported in the 1900 block of North Central Avenue. • Possession of a controlled substance was reported on Highway 280. • Two counts of domestic violence was reported in the 2300 block of Red Barn Road. • Theft was reported in the 200 block of 10 th Avenue. • Leaving the scene of an accident was reported

in Alexander City.

July 14

• Breanna Nicole Glenn, 25, of Alexander City was arrested for failure to appear. • Valenia Michelle Cammon, 42, of New Site was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Caderick De’Quan Hunter, 18, of Alexander City was arrested for criminal trespass and using false identity to obstruct justice. • Crystal Mask Morris, 37, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. • Jerry Michael Welcher, 41, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Betty Paulk Cole, 61, of Camp Hill was arrested for theft. • Perry Randall Wideman Jr., 36, of Childersburg was arrested for appearing in a public place under the influence. • Domestic violence was reported in the 40 block of 13 th Avenue. • Possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on Highway 63 North. • Criminal mischief was reported in Alexander City. • Criminal trespass was reported in the 10000 block of Highway 63 South. • Possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia was reported on Highway 22 West. • Theft was reported on Dadeville Road. • Public intoxication was reported on Highway 280.

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LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Good food is essential to good sports

ridays in the fall are enchanting. After all the practice in the summer heat, all the hours spent lifting weights, all that time and dedication finally culminates in actual game night. But there’s a lot more that goes on behind the scenes of a successful football game – or any sporting event for that matter – than just what the players put into it. One of my favorite things about being a sports journalist is being surrounded by good food. There’s just nothing like pulling up to the ballpark and smelling the hotdogs on the grill. Concessions stands are an essential part of a good sporting event. Back in Pennsylvania, we always coveted the concession stands that served hot chocolate, but I’m not sure I see much of that in my future. On the other hand, I’m sure I’ll be introduced to some concession stand gems we didn’t have up north. I already made an enemy of the dreaded pickle pop, which is basically just a ranch-dressing container full of frozen pickle juice, and yes, it’s as disgusting as it sounds. I also noticed the fried Oreos at Benjamin Russell’s baseball games, which I’m gonna have to get my hands on at some point next season. Down at Valley for BRHS’ spring game, the Rams’ concession stand was serving Dairy Queen’s Dilly Bars, and the guys in the pressbox were touting these things as if the Dilly Bars had saved their lives. Of course, at a 100-degree football game, I can definitely switch my love for hot chocolate with a love for ice cream. Being a sports reporter, it’s no secret there’s a lot of late nights and most games run right through dinner time. My brother recently started culinary school, and about the time I’d be grabbing my $1 hotdog or $2 slice of pizza at my nightly boys basketball game last season, he’d be sending photos of his most recent culinary creation. Most people would be jealous, but as a journalist, you definitely learn to have a special appreciation for concession stand food. Even sports I don’t really enjoy can be cured by good food. Although I love high school baseball, Major League Baseball can be kinda boring for me. But with a chili cheese dog in one hand, a cup of Dippin’ Dots in the other and an ice cold beer waiting for me in the cup holder, I’m a happy camper. Or those ridiculously long days a reporter has every once in a while can definitely be made better by a good meal. One of my favorite things to cover back home was the state track and field meet – not only was it a reunion of sorts for my colleagues around the state, but we also brought each other snacks to get through the long (usually rainy) days. I’ve also always been told I had it good by covering Penn State football. Although those noon games were a bear - getting up in the wee hours of the morning, making the long trek to State College and usually not getting home until well after dinner – there was one big benefit. The pressbox served two meals: breakfast before the game and lunch/dinner afterward. And whoever those caterers are were awesome. Food is such an essential part of a good sports experience Sports Illustrated has recently launched SI Eats, a vertical dedicated to food adventures, new recipes and sports memories involving food. Honestly, sports and food are two of my favorite things on the planet, so I consider myself lucky to be able to combine the two so often. Lizi Arbogast is the sports editor of The Record.

Dadeville gets early tests By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

After missing the playoffs by just one spot last year, Dadeville has a lot to prove this season after the graduation of Margarius Buchanan. He proved the majority of the Tigers’ offense last year, and they’ll need to find someone to fill his shoes. Things are going to get rough for Dadeville from the start. Here are the top three Games to Watch this season. Week 2: Reeltown Rebels Historically, Dadeville has had the best of this matchup. The rivalry game, which is played on Thursday night and draws a huge crowd from both teams, has been played 51 times with Dadeville winning 36 of those. Last season, the Tigers were the easy winner, bringing home a 48-21 victory, but the tables might turn this year. Buchanan was the catalyst for the Tigers’ win last season, scoring three touchdowns and combining for 253 yards on the ground and through the air. Qua Tucker may take over as starting quarterback for the Tigers this season, but with Reeltown’s returning core of young skill players, Dadeville must find someone to compete. Week 4: Leeds Greenwave Leeds will kick off the Class 4A Region 3 schedule for Dadeville as it hits the road for the last of three-game road trip. And it’s not going to be an easy feat for the Tigers against a team that will likely be ranked high in the Alabama Sports Writers Association preseason poll. Defense was the problem for the Tigers in last season’s 46-14 loss, as it was in most of the season’s defeats. Dadeville allowed 44.6 points against in the five games it lost last year, and allowed just 17.2 points against in games it won. But much like last year, Leeds is going to have a high-powered offense that graduated virtually no skill players from last year’s squad. Zac Roberts was the starting quarterback and threw for nearly 1,000 yards last year, while the Greenwave’s top running backs, Torrence Pollard and Jakobi Hunter, both return. Week 10: Childersburg Tigers Dadeville is going to want this one bad. A win against Childersburg in the

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Dadeville’s Qua Tucker takes down Tre Hughley, of Reeltown, during last year’s matchup.

Dadeville Tigers Date

Opponent

Place

Last Year

Aug. 25

LaFayette

Home

L 44-29

Aug. 31

Reeltown

Away

W 48-21

Sept. 8

Munford

Away

L 35-24

Sept. 15

Leeds

Away

L 46-14

Sept. 22

Holtville

Home

W 51-14

Sept. 29

Valley

Home

W 30-10

Oct. 6

Tallasee

Away

W 44-27

Oct. 13

Elmore County

Home

W 42-14

Oct. 20

Handley

Away

L 50-13

Oct. 27

Childersburg

Home

L 48-46

Nov. 3

Bye

N/A

final game of the regular season last year would’ve ensured a playoff spot for the Dadeville Tigers, but instead, Dadeville suffered a two-point loss in triple overtime. The good news for Dadeville is it showed it could score points — the final score was 48-46 — without Buchanan, as he was out with an injury. Tucker stepped

up in a big way, scoring five touchdowns. This season’s game will also be at Dadeville’s home field and will serve as the last game of the regular season. Editor’s Note: Stay tuned in upcoming Record editions for Games to Watch as well as an early look at season schedules for Horseshoe Bend, Central Coosa and Reeltown.

Dadeville settles for 2nd best at state By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Despite Dadeville’s loss in the championship game of the Dixie Youth Majors state tournament, 11- and 12-year-old All-Star coach Travis Etchinson couldn’t help but gush about his team. “We had an opportunity to make history in Dadeville with our first state championship, but them kids played their hearts out,” Etchinson said. “We just couldn’t get that last hit that we needed, so I feel like I let the kids down, but on the upside, we had some phenomenal kids

playing on this All-Star team.” The loss came in heartbreaking fashion in a 5-4 defeat at the hands of Headland. The game was tied 3-3 in the bottom of the fifth when Headland’s Cole Goodson played hero with a two-run homer. Dadeville tried to fight back, getting the bases loaded and pushing one run across in the top of the sixth but it just wasn’t enough. Walker Spraggins pitched “the game of his life,” according to Etchinson. He went the distance with 85 pitches, striking out the side twice.

Dadeville’s state journey began with a big win over Southern, out of District 5. It then found itself in a nailbiter with Headland in Game 2. Dadeville led 6-5 after five innings before Headland exploded for 14 runs in the sixth inning to capture a 19-6 victory. But Dadeville immediately stormed back, winning two run-ruled games in the losers’ bracket to work its way back to the championship against Headland. “We just couldn’t put it away,” Etchinson said. “We came up short, but I won’t short these kids one bit. This was

probably the best 11-12 team I’ve ever coached. We had great hitting and some phenomenal defense. These kids played lights out.” Sawyer Sapp, Wes Robinson and Taylor Humphries all had home runs throughout the tournament. Etchinson said he considered retiring from coaching after this season, having reached 30 years. “But after these kids, I can’t help but to come back,” Etchison said. “These kids inspired me. I cannot say enough about the parents and the community that supported us.”

Glow-in-the-Dark golf draws huge crowd By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

better scores in the four-man scramble during the nine holes From an outside perspective, of night golf than did during their earlier rounds. there is nothing easy about The winning team of Payton glow-in-the-dark golf. It’s Goggins, Miles Morgan, Jordan nearly impossible to see the golf cart road and keep track of your Marable and Alan Morgan shot 28 during the day but carded a fellow players, not to mention 27 at night. actually hitting a glow-in-theThe biggest improvement of dark ball and coming even close the tournament came from Bo to par. Parks, Gregg Granville, Tim But that didn’t stop more Ashworth and Keith Askew, than 50 people from heading who finished with a 30 during out to LakeWinds Golf the daytime nine holes before Course on Tuesday night slicing off three strokes for a for Sun Festival’s Hittin’ the total of 57 and a tie for third Links Glow-in-the-Dark golf place. tournament. “You gotta trust your swing, “It’s definitely hard,” said which is the hardest part,” Harrison Kelly, who plays for said LakeWinds golf pro Jim Benjamin Russell and was a Gunnells. “I think it’s more fun member of the second-place (than regular golf) because you team. “You gotta just go up don’t get to do it a lot. It’s kinda there and hit the ball. It’s a different, and it’s not near as lot different because the golf hot.” ball doesn’t really go far at all Taking second was the team and you really can’t see where of Brett Pitts, Kelly, Saxon you’re hitting at all.” Coker and Matthew Cush, who Interestingly enough, four of the 13 teams actually carded also scored 55 but had a lower

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Brooks Parker gets ready for a drive during the Sun Festival Glow-inthe-Dark golf tournament at LakeWinds on Tuesday night.

score than the top team during the nighttime portion. This is the second year in a row that LakeWinds has hosted a glow-in-the-dark tournament as part of Sun Festival. “They have a lot going

on, and they just wanted us to be a part of it,” Gunnells said. “We’re owned by the city, so I think they wanted to advertise the golf course. And it’s something fun to do, so they wanted to include us in it.”

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Thursday, July 20, 2017

The Dadeville Record

Volunteers and donations needed for Brown Bag event on July 21 Red Ridge Methodist Church News: Welcome to the new minister, Vicki Cater. Brown Bag meets at 8 a.m. to distribute groceries to qualifying families on Friday July 21. Volunteers are always needed. Now is the time to make your donation to the Food Bank of East Alabama so groceries can continue to be distributed. Cindy Pierce is in charge of this program. There will be a church Council meeting Sunday, July 23 after the regular worship service. All church members are members of the council. Plan on staying. There will be a financial report among other interesting items. A new minister is a new beginning. Don’t procrastinate. Make RR a part of your weekly experience. A reminder that Red Ridge is hosts to

AA on Sundays at 6 p.m. Anyone interested should contact the church office. Could it be that you need new zeal for what matters most, a new attitude or the new life that Christ offers? The choir wants you. If you have been thinking about joining now is the time for a new beginning to attend choir practice on August 2 at 6 p.m. Angel Dolls Ministry meets July 25 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The first Alabama doll for Christmas has been made and is ready for pick-up. Now is the time to make your order known. Angel Dolls Ministry also needs you. You do not have to be a church member to join this group. They give away over a hundred dolls a year. Men’s Bible study meets Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. Women are starting a new session on Wednesday at 9:30

July 27 at 7 p.m. in the Benjamin Russell High School auditorium featuring the Carolina Boys Quartet. Admission BETTY price is only one nonHAYES perishable food item! Community Volunteers are needed to Columnist help collect and load the a.m. The topic they are food. Email cdtaunt@ studying is “Bad Women gmail.com to volunteer. of the Bible.” Happy Birthday to RR is located at 8091 those nine Methodists County Road 34 in who had July birthdays! Dadeville. The phone You know who you are. number is 256-825Also happy anniversary 9820 and the website is to the four couples redridgeumc.org. Visit us celebrating their on Facebook. Vicki Cater anniversaries in July. is pastor. Congratulations all! Dadeville United First Presbyterian Methodist Church Church News: Service at News: Note, due to the the Presbyterian Church rain predictions, etc. the last Sunday was great. Ice Cream Social (praise Title of the sermon was and worship) has been “Broken Spirits, Broken cancelled. It will be Bodies” with scriptures rescheduled for August. from Genesis 25, Psalm More information to come 119, and Matthew 13. later. God is at work as a A benefit concert is laborer in the fields. scheduled for Thursday, We are surprised and

disappointed when our seed falls on barren ground. We are told that God will take care of our yield and we are not to worry about our crops and their success. How do we live by following in the footsteps of Jesus? Do I stay out of the heat of the day and enjoy the fruits of other folk’s labors? Our mission is to sow seeds of the gospel. Come visit us at the Presbyterian Church and Rev. Ben will make you feel most welcome. Wellness Center News: We are so proud of all of those who have committed to healthier lifestyles for this year! We can help you reach your goals, whether it is a short term or long term goal. We have a wonderful staff who can help you with your fitness needs. Call us today for more information at 256825-2304 or come by

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ART SHOW: Members of the Artists Association of Central Alabama will be presenting their art work and paintings in a show at the Comer Museum in Sylacauga July 20 from 6-8 p.m. There will be music, wine drinks

Friday, July 21

MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night July 21. The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.

Saturday, July 22

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky July 22 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park. BINGO NIGHT: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have Family Game Night Bingo Saturday, July 22 from 5-8 p.m. The event will begin with hot dogs, pizza, chips and soft drinks. CHURCH SINGING: Family Worship Center at 1676 Sewell Street is hosting a singing July 22 at 6 p.m. The pastor is Tony Harris. Everyone is welcome.

Sunday, July 23

CHURCH HOMECOMING: Rock Springs Baptist Church in Jacksons Gap is hosting homecoming July 23 at 10 a.m. Pastor Jamey Williams will bring the message and The Dyes will provide the music. Dinner will be served and everyone is invited. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: The Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Goodwater is celebrating its 128th Anniversary Sunday, July 23 at 2:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Christopher Todd and the pastor of Macedonia Baptist is Melvin Irving.

Wednesday, July 26

HEALTH FAIR: A Summer Safari Health Fair hosted by The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Senior Services Department will be held at the Bibb Graves High School in Millerville Wednesday, July 26 from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be health screenings, health education, refreshments, door prizes and more. Special guest will be Brian Peters, meteorologist from ABC 33/40. This event will be indoors and free to the public. For more information, contact Tabitha Royal, BSW, service coordinator at 256-751-3740 or email ROYAL.TABITHA@AIDB. ORG. GENEALOGY PROGRAM: The Adelia M. Russell Memorial

and refreshments. There will also be an art demonstration by Dottie Holdren. The show will be in the library at the Alexander Library for the month of August. BINGO: Jake’s Restaurant is hosting bingo night to benefit the Boys and Girls and Club of the Lake Martin Area every Thursday this month from 6 to 8 p.m. Cards are $1 each. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Comer Baptist Church, located at 341 East Church Street, will be hosting its Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School July 16-20 from 5-8 p.m. for ages 4 years old to 6th grade.

Library is hosting “Genealogy Connects Us” July 26 at 11 a.m. Procedures for collecting, preserving and storing of church and other organizational records and artifacts will be taught by Sheralyn Belyeu, Loretta Whetstone and Frazine K. Taylor.

Thursday, July 27

GOSPEL QUARTET: The Carolina Boys Quartet will be at the Benjamin Russell High School Auditorium July 27. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. The concert is presented by Radney and Langley funeral homes and admission is one non-perishable food item donation to benefit the Tallapoosa Christian Crisis Center and Loaves and Fishes. BINGO: Jake’s Restaurant is hosting bingo night to benefit the Boys and Girls and Club of the Lake Martin Area every Thursday this month from 6 to 8 p.m. Cards are $1 each.

Friday, July 28

MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night July 28. WWJD II The Woodcarver will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.

Saturday, July 29

$500 GIVEAWAY: The Goodwater Disabled Veterans Organization is having a $500 giveaway July 29 at 2 p.m. at the Goodwater Disabled Veterans Organization, located at 7882 U.S. Highway 280 in Goodwater. First prize is $250, second is $150 and third is $100. Donations are being accepted by calling Richard McElarth at 256-276-4776, Renell Hill at 256-839-6915, Wade McElarth at 256-749-9100 or Willie James Gaddis at 256-8616177. Proceeds will be used to help feed veterans. YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP: Bridge Builders will be hosting a youth football camp for grades 1-8 July 29 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Sportplex. For more information, contact Hudson Hinton at 256-7501140 or Tommie Kelly at 256786-0542. BENEFIT SINGING: All for Him will be praising God with the Pritchard family. Sonny went home and those of us that

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wait for our time to join him will be rejoicing and singing praises for a blessing to fall on his wife and children in their time of need. Please come out and join us at Kellyton Revival Center July 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. BENEFIT SINGING: Mt. Siani Baptist Church in Waverly is hosting a benefit for Edger Tug Woody July 29 at 5:30 p.m. Host Star Wonder gospel singers will be performing. Rev. Cory Hughley is pastor. BACK 2 SCHOOL DRIVE: The Jacksons Gap Back 2 School Drive is Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jacksons Gap Fire Department. There will be food, fun and school supplies for students who can’t afford them. Donations are being accepted through July 25 at the Jacksons Gap Town Hall. FAMILY REUNION: The Mahan Yates Jarvis Family Reunion will be July 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rocky Creek Fellowship Hall. Bring a covered dish and sit a spell.

Sunday, July 30

REGENERATION PRAISERS REGISTRATION: The Studio will be taking registration for praise dance, tumbling and cheerleading, basic lyrical/lyrical/ballet dance and majorette dance. The early bird sign up is July 30 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for $20 and $25 for sign ups from 5 to 6 p.m. Aug. 9, 10, 16,17, 23, 24, 30, 31, and Sept. 1. For more information, contact Kenyatta Simmons at Regeneration Praisers or email Ksimmons@acsk12.net or call Diane Deloney at 256-3074195 or Rosalyn Salter at 256794-1023.

Tuesday, August 1

USHER MEETING: There will be a meeting of the Early Rose District ushers August 1 at 5 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center.

Wednesday, August 2

OPEN HOUSE: Horseshoe Bend School is hosting an open house for high school students. Time is to be determined.

Thursday, August 3

OPEN HOUSE: Horseshoe Bend School is hosting an open house for elementary school students Aug. 3 from

and visit! We are open Monday-Friday from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. WR QRRQ Line Dancing News: Betsy Keown’s line dancing class is happening at the Dadeville Recreation Center, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. until noon for a fee of $1 per class. For questions, call Betsy at 256-825-3985. Please note the line dancing class is taking a summer break for the month of July and will resume the first Tuesday in August. Thought for Today: The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your own arm! Hayes is a community columnist for The Record. She is a resident of Dadeville and writes about the events and people of the Dadeville area.

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Today’s Birthdays

Dawn Lett, Margaret Buzbee, Jackson Powell and Sharon Spears are celebrating their birthdays. today.

Today’s Anniversaries

Rickie and Patsy Johnson are celebrating their anniversary today.

5:30-7 p.m. OPEN HOUSE: Dadeville Elementary School is hosting an open house for elementary school students Aug. 3 from 5-6:30 p.m. OPEN HOUSE: Reeltown Elementary School is hosting an open house for elementary school students Aug. 3 from 2-6 p.m. OPEN HOUSE: Reeltown High School is hosting an open house for high school students Aug. 3 from 2-6 p.m.

Friday, August 4

ALZHEIMERS CONFERENCE: The 15th Annual Alzheimer’s Professional and Family Caregiver Conference will be Friday, August 4 at Frazer United Methodist Church in Montgomery. UAB research specialist Dr. Rita JablonskiJaudon will be discussing strategies to deal with dementia patients with non-drub interventions. For more information, call 334-399-4342 or 334-2332139. $20 general admission or $55 for professionals needing CE credit.

Saturday, August 5

BACK TO SCHOOL EXPO: The will be a Back To School Expo at the Betty Carol Graham Center at CACC August 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. The guest speaker is 13-year-old King Nahh from Newark, New Jersey who has been featured on Steve Harvey’s Little Big Shots and Good Morning America. Students of all ages are encouraged to attend. There will be free school supplies for all students and backpacks will also be given way. Teachers and administrators are also encouraged to attend as well. There will be pizza and drinks too.

Sunday, August 6

CHURCH SINGING: Old Providence Baptist Church in Hackneyville is hosting an all day singing August 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Special singers will be the Kingsland Quartet from Arab. Lunch will be at noon and everyone is invited.

Saturday, August 12

County Road 89 in Camp Hill is hosting a church festival Saturday, Aug. 12 starting at 9 a.m. There will be fun, food and games for everyone. The pastor is Rev. J. Harrison. CLASS REUNION: Laurel High School Class of 1969 50th Year reunion meeting on the second Saturday of every other month starting August 12 at 10 a.m. at the Cooper Recreation Center. Any questions please contact Abber Dean Shelton at 256-329-3234 between 6 and 9 p.m.

Saturday, August 19

SOAP BOX DERBY: Dadeville’s first derby race is August 19 at 1 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help with plans and set up. Help make this a great day for children. Deadline for entry is August 5. Call Marrell Ward at 256-296-0339 with questions. YARD SALE: The Ladies of the Elks will host their annual yard sale August 19 from 6 to 11 a.m.

Saturday, August 26

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park.

Saturday, September 23

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park.

Saturday, October 14

CAR SHOW: The 37th Annual Custom Car Show at Oktoberfest will be Oct. 14 with registration from 8 a.m. to noon. It is an open show format with a money tree. All cars will be parked on asphalt. For more information contact Danny Pike at 256-496-0024 or danny.pike@alexandercityal. gov.

Saturday, October 21

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Oct. 21 at 5 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park.

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ven though it’s summer, we’re all still in school. We keep learning every day, no matter how old we get or how much we already know. The key is making it fun, and we hope we’ve done that in this issue of Lake Martin Living magazine. Take our cover story about the flake graphitemining project in Coosa County. Amy Passaretti spent more than two months putting this feature together. She worked at understanding the science of the process, its nuances, economics and environmental implications; and then, she worked at teaching it to you in a way that we hope you find entertaining, as well as educational. Learn more on page 26. Our happy gardener Fred Muenzmay teaches us all in every column he writes for Lake Martin Living magazine. This month, he discusses the roadside beauty that is unique to Alabama, especially the Mimosa tree, its reputation, appearance and Asian origins and even a few benefits. Pick up a little Mimosa trivia on page 14. Then, learn a little something about this delightful rural county we call home in the “Marking history” article on page 32 about the four structures that have served residents here for nearly 200 years. To learn more, visit the courthouse in Dadeville and take a stroll up the street from the square to check out the Tallapoosee Historical Museum. And just for fun, turn to page 34 to relive the magical moments that were this year’s Independence Day celebration at the Gateway to Lake Martin. This particular holiday is extra special to me because it’s my birthday, so I like to celebrate in style. All of Tallapoosa County met my every hope for a spectacular Fourth of July, and as special as it was, it definitely deserves another look. There’s more learning and fun ahead, too. Check out the calendar of upcoming events starting on page 48 for more fun in learning this summer!

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New Weather Alert System Citizens of Tallapoosa County now have another way to get weather alerts – Tallapoosa Alert. “Tallapoosa County EMA is introducing 'Tallapoosa Alert,' a mass notification system to help keep residents safe and informed with reliable notifications during emergencies and other events,” said EMA Director Jason Moran. “It will automatically send out weather alerts from the National Weather Service to each land line in the county warranted by the alert.” Moran said setting it up took a little while, but it will be something that everyone can use. And best of all, it is free to the public and requires little of the county. “It has been a little over a year in the making,” Moran said. “It is very reliable with today’s technology. There is no equipment to maintain. So from my cellphone or anywhere I can get the Internet, I can access it.” Moran explained that the alerts come via phone call, text or email to addresses and numbers when someone

sets up their user account. The system will keep trying until you acknowledge the alerts the user programs in. “You must acknowledge the alert,” Moran said. “By pressing one, texting back “yes” or clicking the button in the email. If not, Tallapoosa Alert will continue to call you until a response is received back for the next four hours.” The county’s 12,000 landline numbers are already programmed into the system. “It's set to call only in case of a thunderstorm warning or a tornado warning,” Moran said. Users can set up their own account online and manage what alerts they get and how they get them. To sign up to receive alerts from the system, go to Incoming Calls www.tallaco.com, click the Jason Moran works departments tab and select with Commissioner John McKelvey to set EMA. From there click on up his phone with the Tallapoosa Alert. new alert system. ~Cliff Williams

Sabal Trail Pipeline Now in Operation As of July 3, the Sabal Trail Transmission, LLC (Sabal Trail) placed its pipeline system into commercial service from Alexander City to the Central Florida Hub in Kissimmee, Florida. "Sabal Trail has successfully navigated a rigorous enviornmental permitting process over the past four years while working with landowners and key stakeholders to construct this new pipeline system. With the completion of the project, Florida Power & Light and Duke Energy will realize needed firm natural gas transportation services to meet their power generation requirements. We are pleased to reach this critical milestone and serve our customers in the Southeast U.S.," said Bill Yardley, President and Chairman of the Board of Spectra Energy Partners. The pipeline will provide 400,000 dekatherms of gas per day to Florida Power & Light and accept 300,000 dekatherms once the Citrus County natural gas plant is ready to receive natural gas. The 515-mile pipeline will have the capacity to deliver approximately 1.1 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day. The project is a joint venture of Spectra Energy Partners LP, NextEra Energy, Inc. and Duke Energy. ~Staff Report

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nflatables have gone above and beyond the traditional bouncy house found at children’s parties. Amilia Boone has opened a franchise of Space Walk in Alexander City and rents bounce houses with wet and dry slides attached, basketball hoops, dunk tanks, rock climbs, obstacle courses and much more. Boone graduated Auburn University in December with a mathematics degree and taught eighth grade at Union Springs for the last six months; however, she’s always wanted to be her own employer and decided to start looking for a side business. What initially started as an interest in a T-shirt printing business, quickly switched gears when Boone’s friends informed her that the Alexander City branch of Space Walk was available. “I called to talk to them about the T-shirt business, but they own the Space Walk in Auburn and Columbus. They suggested I try this instead and led me to who I needed to talk to. I don’t regret it at all; I like it,” said Boone. After attending a special training session in March, Boone officially opened April 1 with the help of her fiancé Brandon Kelly. At the training, Boone was taught paperwork, the ordering system and how to clean, maintain and maneuver the heavy-duty, commercialgrade inflatables. The parent company opened in 1959 in New Orleans, Louisiana, and locally is available to rent out to any residential or commercial event, including schools, festivals, carnivals, churches, home parties and more. Boone will deliver the requested equipment to the designated area on the morning of an event and typically allows it to be used all day, or even overnight if she doesn’t have it booked the following day. “I work with people to try and let them get their money’s worth,” said Boone. Since the coverage area for Space Walk is so extensive, the price for rentals varies by location. This is why pricing will not be found on the website; however, rentals can be booked as far in advance as wanted, and Boone will even take them the day of, if the chosen equipment is still available. So far, business has been consistently busy with rentals nearly every weekend and steady incoming calls with the opportunity to rent any day of the week. Boone also will set up, clean and sanitize and disassemble all inflatables as part of her training to keep the workload down for renters. “I do all the hard work, so way they can have all the fun,” said Boone. The most popular items rented since opening are the water slides, Fun Days available in 15, Facing Page: Amilia Boone takes a break after 17, 18 or 22 setting up an inflatable feet, and the for a church VBS event in majority of Dadeville; Right: Boone available didn't set out to enter the inflatable business, but she slides can be either saw an opportunity to run her own business and help wet or dry. All that’s kids have fun.

needed is a hose that attaches and runs up the slide to allow water to drizzle down. “The slides are made for not only children, but adults too. You would be surprised how many adults rent them,” said Boone. The items available can be found on the website at www.herecomesfun.com/alc, and Boone said as the business grows, the company will receive more variety and quantity of inflatables. The business also has a $2 million liability policy for protection. Boone said there was a locally owned Space Walk Alexander City partnership a few years back, but the franchisees eventually let it go. She said a lot of people are thrilled to have someone back in town to provide service. The Auburn branch had taken over coverage here and had to charge more for the distance of delivery. In May, Space Walk held a Fun Day at Byer’s Field to help promote the new business and bring kids out to get excited. Inflatables were available to play on for free, and there were concessions available, along with a DJ. The most exciting part of the business, Boone said, is getting to meet new people. “I’m a very talkative person, and it’s a small world. You never know who you’re going to run into. I enjoy getting to know the people in the community,” said the Jacksons Gap native. For more information about Space Walk, call 256750-1546 or email at spacewalkalc@ herecomesfun. com.

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South Ridge Harbor, Diamond View $1,625,000 Classic Homes, a division of Russell Lands, has just broken ground on the "Diamond View" in The Ridge. This exciting new lake home design by Larry Furlong has it all: four bedrooms, four full baths, two powder rooms, PLUS two Great Rooms...one on each level. Claim your spot next to the stone fireplace and cozy up to spectacular views of Kowaliga Bay! The open kitchen overlooks the living and dining areas making this home perfect for entertaining family and friends. Call today for more details or to visit this new home project in person! Russell Lands On Lake Martin Contact Emily or Rhonda 256.215.7011 www.RussellLandsOnLakeMartin.com

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167 Seven Bark Trail, Jacksons Gap $799,900 This pristine custom built Lake Martin home is definitely move-in ready. Tastefully built with 16' ceilings in DR/LR & 14' in MBR & BA. Spacious open floor plan offering large kitchen with keeping room. All bedrooms are on the main level with bonus room on terrace level. Beautiful screened porch and plenty of open decking. Magnificent open views of Lake Martin with 200' of WF. Concrete seawall and pier with additional wood pier with two PWC lifts. Custom boat launch, electric wench, and conditioned storage area for boat. Lake Martin Realty Amy Duncan 256.212.2222 www.LakeMartinRealty.com

287 Cottage Court, Dadeville $395,000 Beautiful lake cottage on picturesque wooded lot. Four large bedrooms and 3.5 bath home in The Cottages of Marina Marin? Yes!! Custom home built in 2007 with approximately 2,900 sq. ft. of living space, wood fireplace, and in great shape. Kitchen has custom, cottage-style cabinets and granite counter tops with stainless steel appliances. Concrete seawall and lakeside rock patio. House is loaded with character and charm. Lake Martin Realty Jerry Purcell 205.382.3417 www.LakeMartinRealty.com

82 Misty Ridge, Alexander City • $1,289,900 A winning combination, Mitch Ginn's, Riverside plan built by Keel and Till, Inc. Spectacular views across the Blue Creek channel! Tucked behind Cypress Island for a great place to swim and enjoy the lake. Beautiful wood finishes, vaulted wood ceilings, stone, upscale kitchen and so much more. Lake Martin Realty Rhonda Jaye 256.749.8681 www.LakeMartinRealty.com

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Happy Garden

y wife and I have lived in Coosa to 25 feet wide, the Cold Hardy Mimosa tree fits County for 25 years, enjoying perfectly into any landscape, even those with the beautiful farmland and rural limited space. Their large, thick canopies provide landscape. Living 18 miles from Alexander City, relaxing shade in which to hang out during Lake Martin, shopping and medical facilities, summer days of blistering heat. we drive every other day and view the beautiful The Cold Hardy Mimosa tree can give up Alabama roadside. to four months of blooms on a tree that will Late May through July is show-off time for the survive in a variety of poor soils and different roadside plants and trees. The orange lilies, wild climate conditions. Black-eyed Susans, Queen Anne’s lace and the Hummingbirds, butterflies, deer, birds and bees Mimosa tree. all love mimosa trees. I have never looked closely at this flowering This year, with the extreme wet rainy weather, tree. We do not have a Mimosa on our road. We the leaves show a great deal of movement. When see the Mimosa trees driving into town. looking at the tree in the late afternoon, there The trees are set back on private property, and seemed to be a fairytale-like cloud of pink cotton I had not taken the time until this June to admire candy above me. The leaves fold up then, making the beautiful Mimosa up close and take photos. them invisible in the low light. The limited light Fred Muenzmay When I first approached the tree I noticed made the feathery blossoms appear like soft a pleasing fragrance and some insect activity fluff suspended in the air, and the fragrance was (depending on the time of day). The blossoms intoxicating. appeared to be from fantasyland and looked heavenly soft, and That was when I first learned that the leaves of the mimosa when I touched the fern-like leaves, they reacted to my touch. fold for the night. I often wish I could have gotten a photo. Mimosa trees are originally from Asia. The genus is named The mimosa tree is cold weather tolerant and has been after the Italian nobleman Filippo degli Albizzi, who introduced known to survive temperatures as cold as -25 degrees it to Europe in the mid-18th century. Fahrenheit. Nature Hills Nursery in Omaha, Nebraska, claims The mimosa tree, sometimes called the Persian silk tree, is a the mimosa tree acts as a natural de-wormer for woodland legume and can help enrich the soil where it grows. The Persian creatures. name shabkhosh means “night sleeper,” and in Japan, it is known Many horticulturalists and others believe the Mimosa tree to as the sleeping tree. That is because the bipinnate leaves fold up be an ecological threat. Mimosa trees can grow in a variety of at night and during rainstorms. soils, produce large seed crops that travel and spread easily by Bipinnate simply means that instead of one undivided leaf, wind and water and re-sprout when damaged. the leaves are separated like those of a fern or a palm frond. But please be warned: The seedpods are toxic, and the seeds The flowers are anywhere from pale to deep pink and form in within them even more so. Caution children not to put the clusters that look like fine silk threads. They form long pods 5-7 seedpods or seeds in their mouths. They can cause seizures. inches long that enclose the seeds. The flowers and leaves are not toxic, and some people cook The tree’s technical name is Albizia julibrissin, and it is native them and eat them like vegetables or make tea from them. to eastern and southwestern Asia but does well in most climates Mimosa strigillosa, also known as mimosa powderpuff, is a here in the States. It is a fast-growing ornamental tree that can ground cover, not a tree, and is used as food for livestock, such reach up to 30 feet or slightly more in height. The variety we see as cattle and chickens or turkeys. It is equally utilized by wild in Alabama is a cold hardy tree. fowl, deer, caterpillars and honeybees. No part of this strain of By being cold hardy to growing zone five, the Mimosa tree mimosa was listed as toxic, and its parts are regularly utilized as can withstand freezing temperatures down to -20 degrees, food by both domestic livestock and wild animals. making it the coldest hardy Mimosa variety available. This It does not grow into trees or bushes and remains fairly close Mimosa will thrive under heavy layers of ice and snow. to the ground, usually 3 to 4 inches high, but rarely as much as The Cold Hardy Mimosa tree brings an exotic look to 12 inches high. The United States Department of Agriculture neighborhoods all over the country, even up North with their says it is not considered an ecological threat or in any way lush green leaf pairs that pop against their smooth grey trunks invasive. for a beautiful display of contrasting colors. Mimosa strigillosa is a very hardy plant and can withstand Then around mid-June, the canopy of this tree explodes many severe conditions. Like the mimosa trees, this ground with hundreds of pink blossoms all over that last until July and cover readily adapts to most soil types and can withstand August. The flowers have multiple long stamens, giving mimosa drought very well. While it does grow well from the seeds trees their nickname, the ‘silk tree.’ it produces, the stems also spread and form an overlapping The vibrant blooms attract a variety of wildlife, including vegetative mat, making it an excellent way of controlling hummingbirds and butterflies, which are a delight to watch as erosion. they flutter around the landscape, gracefully floating from Some information for this article was sourced from John bloom to bloom. Minton’s post at gardenoftomorrow.com. This tough Mimosa cultivar is also Persian Silk Tree This native of Asia extremely drought tolerant and heat ~ Fred Muenzmay of Eagle's Roost Herb Farms is a Master resembles a pink resistant, so it will grow in the hottest Gardener and has been in the business of growing organic herbs, cloud growing areas of the South and will to bloom vegetables and blueberries for regional and local farmers markets wild along during long, dry summer days. for 26 years. Contact him at fmuenzmay@earthlink.net. Alabama's scenic By growing 30 to 40 feet tall and 20 rural roadways. Lake Martin Living 17

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ball 280 yards or further – sure, go back there – he Rules of Golf allow for the game to but if your best tee ball rolls out to 250, get on the be played equitably amongst a group of member’s tee. If you are a senior or junior player, players. They are not designed to punish move up another block. To do otherwise not only golfers but rather to help and to protect the field slows play but hurts your lie. of golfers in competitions. If you are walking, place your bag or pull cart But then there is “That Guy;” meaning, the to the side of the tee markers. Don’t place the bag fellow that hangs on to your very last nerve, close to a tee marker or inside the teeing area. always interrupts and is starving for attention. As a player in your group tees off, stand to This is the guy who lives by another clock and the side of the intended ball flight. Do not stand expects everyone to understand his timeline; that directly behind the player. fellow who believes deep in his mind that all of Stay still while fellow golfers play their shots. the planets in the universe are revolving around Be quiet; you can finish that conversation or him. He thinks he is an expert on the rules and joke between shots. Get your hand out of your pretty much completely disregards etiquette. pocket and quit rattling that change. Most golfers have unfortunately met him. I Dave Jennings Try to follow the ball flight for the players in try to avoid him whenever possible. Golfers who your group. If a ball enters the rough, tree line, use good etiquette are people that other golfers hazard or fescue, try to mark the entry point with love to join on the course. At the very beginning a tree, hazard marker or other landmark that will help your of the book The Rules of Golf is a section that covers etiquette. group to locate that player’s golf ball. This will help the pace of Any player who introduces someone else to the game of golf play as well. should teach that new player the importance of proper golf If you like to listen to music while you play, ask the other etiquette. These are simple rules that will last a lifetime. Skill players in your group if they would mind if you did so. I was may come and go, but everyone appreciates good manners. a musician for a number of years and love my generation of music but not on the course. I consider myself to have a pretty Before play begins smooth swing with good tempo, but if there is a quick tempo Show up on time. If you’ve scheduled a round of golf with song playing, the speed of my swing increases. A slow tempo people, don’t make them wait on you – it’s disrespectful. If song and my swing decreases in speed. you show up early, warm up on the practice tee or hit some practice putts to get a feel for the speed of the greens that day; visit the pro shop or spend a few minutes catching up with Approach Shots friends before your round of golf begins. Have you ever hit a shot out of a divot? If you normally play Make certain that you are prepared for your round of golf: the ball as it lies, I would bet you have. How did you like it? have in your bag an adequate number of golf balls, tees, ball If available, fill divots with the sand or turf mixture marker and a divot tool. provided by the club; it’s usually found on your cart. Count your clubs before you tee up the ball. We’ve all Before filling a divot, kick its edges into the center of the warmed up on the practice tee and left a club or two there, bare area to avoid creating another obstacle for other players. only to search in vain for a missing sand wedge on the third Put just enough turf mixture or sand in it to bring it level hole and hope someone turned it in. to the surrounding grass. Avoid creating a speed bump or If you own and use a rangefinder, make certain that your something that resembles a fire ant bed after a heavy rain. A battery is in good shape. Most pro shops sell these CR2 higher mound of sand actually causes damage to the mower batteries. reels that cut the fairways and is a hazard when another player’s golf ball comes to rest adjacent to it. A level pour of sand helps everyone. Pour out the sand and step on it. On the tee Be ready to hit when it’s your turn. Begin your mental shot Play from a set of tee markers that makes sense for your process as you approach the ball; then, select a club, take a game. Not all good golfers play from the tips. If you drive the 18 Lake Martin Living

practice swing, find your target and execute your golf swing. Help others locate their golf balls. If you see someone searching for a ball – help to find it. If you are holding up play for the group behind you during your search, waive the next group through. There is no need for loss of pride in allowing a faster group of golfers to play through; however, remember that The Rules allow five minutes to search. Especially on heavier traffic days, be courteous to the group ahead of you. Don’t stand and stare at them with wantful eyes while they are putting. Be patient. Slow play is aggravating for most everyone, but so is playing too fast. Most golf courses expect a four-hour round for 18 holes. Should the field on the course be on this pace but you’re playing at a three-hour pace, you have become the problem. Again, be quiet and still for the short time it takes for your fellow players to play their shots. Stand outside of their vision and allow them to play without distraction.

On the green

Find your ball mark and repair it. If your ball landed on the green, it did indeed make a mark on the green. Look for it. And while you’re at it, fix a few that have been missed by other players. If you missed your approach shot to the green and it entered a sand bunker, it is your duty to rake the bunker. Be sure to rake your entrance and exit footprints and inspect your handiwork. Would you want to hit a bunker shot from the area you just raked? Take an extra few seconds to do a good job. If it is not your turn to putt, mark your golf ball. Other golf balls are a distraction to the player who is putting. Also, if the player who is putting strikes your golf ball with his, he is penalized. Be courteous.

Stay still and quiet as other players putt

Stand outside of other players’ target lines, so you are not a distraction. If you putt out early, pick up the flagstick and step off of the green onto the fringe. The player closest to the hole should tend the pin for others. This player should also remove the flagstick from the hole, and place it on the fringe of the green. Never place a flagstick on the ground that may be on the extended line of another player’s putt. Do not drop the flagstick – this causes an indentation on the green and also damages the flagstick. The player that holes out first in the group should pick up the flag and, after everyone has completed the hole, carefully replace the flagstick into the hole. If you drag your feet on the green, repair the putting surface by tapping down the damaged area, especially around the hole. Make it smooth again. Don’t be a twister with your feet to coax the ball into the hole, but if you do, repair the green. All golfers should practice these few general courtesies and share these good habits with people they introduce to the game. If you play with others who are unaware of these practices, tactfully share these etiquette standards with them. You may turn “That Guy” into a good guy. ~ Dave Jennings is the men's golf coach at Central Alabama Lake Martin Living 19

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Sun Festival preview STORY BY BETSY ILER

he 5th Annual Sun Festival is under way this week with new and returning events and activities all around the area, including Wind Creek State Park and Kowaliga Restaurant. New at this nine-day celebration of summer is a slip-n-slide 5K and 1-mile fun run in Alexander City. Previous festivals have featured a glow-in-the-dark run, but this year’s event offers a very ‘cool’ option at the Strand Park race end – a slip-n-slide! “The route is basically the same as it has been in previous years, but we changed the end of the race to finish at the top of Strand Park,” explained Sun Festival coordinator for the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce Kim Dunn. “When racers finish, they can take a run down the slip-n-slide to cool off.” Race check-in and day-of registration will begin at 7 a.m. at Strand Park on Saturday. The race starts at 8 a.m. with an after-party to follow. Pre-registration for the race is recommended. The entry fee for early registrants is $25; entry fee on the day of the race is $30. Register online at www.active.com or stop by the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce at 175 Aliant Parkway to register. 22 Lake Martin Living

Check out the drone race at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex football field on Tuesday, July 18. This new event will feature a professional drone exhibition and a race to see who can manipulate their drones the best and fastest. Caldwell Electronics will have a few extra models on hand for anyone who wants to join the fun but doesn’t own a drone. Returning to the activity lineup this year is Alexander City Theatre II with another production featuring local talent. Patti Smith is directing Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play, Our Town, on July 14, 15, 20 and 22, with a fifth performance on July 23 after Sun Festival. Performances will be held at The Arbor on Green Street. Tickets are $15 and are available at Emporium Wine, Carlisle’s, Cloud Nine and The Coffee Corner downtown, at the chamber office and at TPI across the street from Benjamin Russell High School on Cherokee Road; this year, tickets also are available at The Company Store at Russell Crossroads. Central Alabama Community College (CACC) joins the festival this year with KidsFest College Bound activities on Monday, July 17. Pre-school and elementary school-aged children will visit the Alexander City college campus for robotics and welding simulations and tips from the college baseball, softball, golf, tennis and fishing coaches. The Lake Martin Young Professionals will make their inaugural appearance at this year’s festival with Trivia Night at Kowaliga Restaurant. “The Young Professionals wanted to get involved with Sun Festival, and this is an event that they have previously put on with great Fun in the Sun

Facing Page: Moon Taxi will close the event at Strand Park on July 22; Right from top: KidsFest activities include arts and crafts and exercise; Before Family Day at the Lake, paddleboarders will race at WInd Creek; Lip Sync in the Park returns to Strand Park this year.

success,” Dunn explained. Trivia teams will compete for cash prizes by answering questions about history, science, music, movies and sports. The entry fee is $5 per person for the first four team members and $10 for each additional team member. Wind Creek State Park will waive day-use fees on Sunday, July 16, for a host of activities that will include fishing with the CACC team, canoeing, sailing, beach volleyball, a hot dog eating contest and more. Though some activities at this year’s festival have not changed, the locations and details for them have. This year’s closing concert on Saturday night will be in a new location. Moon Taxi will appear on the Strand Park stage this year, and barbecue and beer will be available for sale inside the fence. Tickets are $20 in advance and $30 on the day of the concert and are available at the chamber office and online at www.alexandercitychamber.com. No coolers will be allowed inside the park, Dunn said. Though a fence will be in place for the Friday night Battle of the Bands at Strand Park, that is a free event, and no admission will be charged, Dunn explained. Beer and barbecue also will be sold during the band battle event, and no coolers will be allowed inside the park. Band battle attendees are urged to bring cellphones to the event, as the crowd will vote in the winning performers, who will take home $1,000 and open for Moon Taxi on Saturday night. With the relocation of the chamber offices to the Lake Martin Innovation Center, the pie-baking contest on Friday, July 21, will take place inside, as local baking enthusiasts vie for the blue ribbon in this year’s intense competition. The car show, KidsFest Healthy Living and the start of the motorcycle ride also will take place at the innovation center. For a complete schedule of events, visit the Sun Festival Alexander City Facebook page or www. alexandercitychamber.com/sunfestival-alexander-city.

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Alabama Graphite Coosa County project could revitalize nation’s graphite mining industry

STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI & PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALABAMA GRAPHITE COMPANY

oosa County could get an economic boost in the coming years, as it is home to the country’s largest graphite deposit, the historic Alabama Graphite Belt. With the rising demand for lithium-ion batteries in the U.S., the need for natural flake graphite – a critical input material for battery production – is growing, and this area’s surrounding communities could benefit substantially. The graphite belt stretches across three Alabama counties and was previously mined during world wars I and II, but when international trade routes reopened after World War II, production moved overseas. “Coosa County is a very rural, sparsely populated area. We have very few industries here, so any move in that direction is good for the county. The potential jobs created, the additional business for our current businesses, the idea of bringing in more industry, all have positive impacts,” said Kathy Fulmer, president of

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the Coosa County Chamber of Commerce. Alabama Graphite Corp. is a Canadian-based flake graphite development company operating through its U.S. subsidiary, Alabama Graphite Company (AGC), which leases the mineral rights to more than 43,000 acres of land northwest of Rockford. The initial phase of the current project included testing and sampling the area’s quantity and quality of graphite. The company has determined that this land has approximately 4 million tons of flake graphite, based on exploration to date. According to project geologist Jesse Edmondson, the pilot plant for the Coosa County project extracted graphite concentrate at 96.7 percent purity; these extractions can be easily further purified to the required 99.95 percent purity required for battery applications using halogen gas, which would be recaptured and recycled.

Originally, graphite was used in the steel industry as a relations with China, or its resources could run out. “If China is actively mining theirs, and we can afford natural lubricant based on its composition and ability to withstand high temperatures. Today, there are more than it, I don’t care where it’s coming from, but we know we’ve got it. And we can save ours to use it when we 200 applications for graphite, with lithium-ion batteries really need it,” said Hawkins, who explained that it takes being in the highest demand. 300-400 million years to “It’s a wonderful material. form new minerals. It can get really hot before Another consideration, it breaks down, and it’s soft Hawkins said, is the and easy to manipulate. But stability of the land once most importantly, for battery rock is removed and applications, is its high backfilled. He said every electric conductivity,” said rock has a structure and an Edmondson. arrangement, and if that is At this time, the U.S. disturbed, the rock structure imports 100 percent of its is weakened. There is no way battery-ready, natural graphite to ever refill it exactly the from China. According to way it came out, he said. Edmondson, issues with the “All the rocks in this China supply of graphite region are striking northeast include inconsistency, as with a slope down to the product comes from 10-15 southeast, in a Higgins Ferry different mines, as well as formation,” said Hawkins, poor mining practices with no who compared the structure environmental monitoring. to books lined up on a shelf. “You can’t develop green According to Edmondson, energy technology by using the environmental impacts dirty batteries,” said AGC would be minimal, since President and CEO Donald the area to be mined is Baxter, a veteran graphite isolated and the process mining engineer. “The world of refinement uses doesn’t need more graphite for Domestic Business Venture Facing Page: Extracted graphite concentrate environmentally friendly traditional applications. What samples from the pilot project in Coosa County; gases. The Coosa County battery companies do need Above: AGC President & CEO Donald Baxter; project would be a zeroare new sources of batteryBelow: CR2016 lithium-ion batteries built by discharge operation with ready graphite, specifically AGC using Coosa County graphite material for leftover waste being retained engineered to optimize battery electrochemical testing. and recycled on site. Plus, performance, produced using the actual mine would be at environmentally safe methods most 75 feet deep, eliminating the need for drilling and and located in politically stable regions.” blasting. No more than 100 acres would be mined at any But Geology Professor at Auburn University Dr. John given time, and after the graphite mining operation is Hawkins said he feels the possible consequences of completed, the land would be prepared for replanting by graphite mining don’t compare with the small the timber company that owns the property. amount of money that could be The graphite, which comes out of the made or saved. ground in flake form, then has to be “You might make some shaped into spheres that are 25 microns money, but you’re going long (one millionth of a meter), said to pay a cost to the Edmondson. This spheronization environment and a cost process is crucial because more to the refining process. materials could be packed into the There is a cost to be paid anode of a battery this way. for having locally sourced The graphite would then be graphite,” said Hawkins. coated with another layer “Would you rather pay to of carbon to optimize import it and let someone else deal performance. with the environmental impacts?” “This is basically to There also are a finite number of homogenize the outer resources in the world, so it makes surface. It enhances more sense, said Hawkins, to save the properties of it and U.S. reserves until they are needed. maintains the stability of At any point, the U.S. could lose Lake Martin Living 27

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Mining and Processing

Clockwise from top left: An AGC employee splits a drill core for analysis; Diamond core drilling at the Coosa project in 2015; The view looking northwest from the 43,000 acre site located in Coosa County where AGC will mine; A photomicrograph of flake graphite shaped into spheres that are 25 microns long; Photomicrograph of graphite that comes out of the ground in flake form.

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Alexander City and also the marble mine in Sylacauga, the graphite long term,” said Edmondson. there is a lot of local skilled labor in the area with a The U.S. has had zero production of graphite in the manufacturing mindset and expertise in engineering, markets since WWII, which was the peak of graphite managing and technical labor, said McClellan. Central production in Alabama that began in the 1800s. The Alabama Community College (CACC) also works with resurgence of operations using modern equipment, local companies to manipulate courses and training methods and technology could be a significant boost to programs that are geared toward skills needed in those the local economy. companies to ensure local employment and growth. AGC estimates that the economic impact of the “We have two missions. Number one is providing project over the life of the mine could be as much as our students with skills for a career, but number two $2.4 billion, said Baxter. is providing our companies with the skilled labor they “We are excited at the opportunity to bring the need to be competitive,” said Mike Mann, industrygraphite industry back to Alabama, where our mine training specialist at CACC. could play a key role in providing a domestic supply According to Edmondson, Alabama Graphite of a critical, strategic mineral needed by the emerging predicts the creation of 75 jobs, some being recruited technology markets,” he said. “This would bring industry to Alabama with a critical expertise positions, but the hope is the majority would be local hires. material and bring “We’ve been in manufacturing communication to the area. It’s with the potentially very LMAEDA, as well attractive for other as Manufacture companies to Alabama, and move here and has they’ve done an potential to increase impressive job industry all around with establishing in the county,” a workforce added Edmondson. training program According to in the state. Hats Don McClellan, off to them and executive director the community of the Lake Martin college on the effort Area Economic they’ve done,” said Development Edmondson. Alliance AGC is in the (LMAEDA), about funding phases 75 percent of for the project at residents drive out Mineral Abundance the moment, but a of Coosa County AGC estimates roughly 4 million tons of flake graphite are available number of different for work each locally, which could provide a domestic-based source for a battery companies day, so anything number of different applications. are presently testing that would keep its product for people employed potential uses. The company’s main focus and shortin the community would be a benefit. McClellan and term goal is to work with battery suppliers and the his staff visited the mining site, where they could see U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), since the military graphite at the land’s surface firsthand. They also have personnel tend to have more than 20 electronics on been researching graphite and its potential economic their bodies at a time, most relying on lithium-ion benefits. batteries. Due to the importance of these batteries, “I think it would be a great thing for Coosa County,” the DOD has mandated that battery companies they said McClellan, who explained the job of the LMAEDA contract must have batteries built in the U.S., using U.S. is to work with companies to bring them to the area raw materials, if available. Having a domestic supply and help them grow within the community. “We’ll do would be important as well, so that market could be anything in the world to help them, and we certainly targeted without foreign competition, according to support them.” Edmondson. Additionally, the potential for indirect jobs from But even with some bumps in the road, as soon as support agencies is strong, providing another form of requisite funding is received, the company could have economic growth. According to McClellan, about three a functional mine – and be reaping financial benefits to seven indirect jobs on average are created when a – with the purification plant in Rockford in about 18 new industry locates to the area. months. As a result of the Russell brands history in 30 Lake Martin Living

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Marking history The 4th county courthouse envelops two previous renditions

STORY & PHOTOS BY BETSY ILER

he Tallapoosa County Courthouse in Dadeville is actually a building within a building within a building, as evidenced by three cornerstones, all of which remain exposed inside the county center. The original courthouse on the site was erected in the South Carolina “open arms” style in 1861, with architectural details that mirrored a Tuscan style rural courthouse. Civil war broke out just as the building was completed, and the courthouse structure was neglected over the next 40 years and fell into disrepair. When funds

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became available to refurbish the original building, which was built by P. Coniff, additional space was needed. With the exception of the cornerstone wall, the new building – designed by architect W.C. Chamberlain & Co. – was constructed around the old one in 1901. Chamberlain was known for his design of courthouses and is credited with numerous such buildings across the South, including the Holmes County Courthouse in Mississippi, the Pulaski County Courthouse in Virginia and the Jeff Davis County Courthouse in Georgia. The 1901 structure

was built by W.R. Harper, Cornerstones of the County Facing Page Top: The cornerstones of the who was known for his original building and the first renovation are courthouse construction still visible in a ground floor hallway of the projects. County Courthouse in Dadeville; The cornerstones for these Tallapoosa Bottom: Like the original build in 1861, the two buildings remain visible current courthouse features red brick and – along with the red brick stone accents; Above: A historic marker was of the original 1861 wall – placed in front of the courthouse last month. on the ground floor of the courthouse on N. Broadnax Street. Another cornerstone upstairs, just inside the second floor main entrance, attests to a 1960 renovation, which was designed by architect Martin J. Lide and built by Lynn H. Blair. In addition to other changes, a new entrance was built in a forward addition that enclosed the two previous cornerstones. But none of these three buildings was the county’s first courthouse. The original courthouse was built in the 1830s, shortly after the dedication of the county in 1832. A drawing of the building was included on a Dadeville map dated 1836. Similar designs have been attributed to builder Joshua Mitchell. The map drawing features a Federal style structure with half-round transoms over the doors and white trim against red brick walls. The county was established in December of 1832 on lands that the Creek Nation ceded to the U.S. Government by the Treaty of Cusseta in March of that same year. Prior to that time, Dadeville had been a trading post on the southern route around the Appalachian Mountains. The promise of farmland for $1.25 per acre brought European settlers to the area, which prospered with the cotton crop and the textile industry. Learn more about the formation and history of Tallapoosa County from the historical marker that last month was placed on the courthouse lawn. And much more archived information, along with artifacts, photos, records, historical costumes and furnishings, can be viewed at the Tallapoosee Historical Museum just up the road from the courthouse at 214 N. Broadnax St. The museum is open Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Call the museum office at 256-825-7535. Lake Martin Living 33

The Blast This year’s Independence Day at Lake Martin ticked all the boxes STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI & PHOTOS BY KENNETH BOONE

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ink flamingo hats, children dressed as zoo animals, a paper maché Kowaliga Indian, the yellow submarine and an astounding amount of red, white and blue garb and décor filled the banks of Lake Martin for the annual Fourth of July Blast and Boat Parade this year. A total of 30 boats turned out to take part in the parade this year, which was down from last year’s numbers, said Selena Bunn of Kowaliga Marina. Bunn credited the lower turnout to the nonstop rain that flooded the area for the previous week. But July 4 this year was sunny and beautiful, despite a forecast of rain, and hundreds of boats lined the parade’s route, while festive spectators watched from the shorelines. Boats of varying shapes and sizes – including one paddling rowboat – blared American-themed music as their occupants sang patriotic songs, threw candy at the crowds and danced and shouted their way from Kowaliga Marina to Children’s Harbor and back again. This year’s judges were locals Christa Speigner, Sarah Ayers and Susan Campbell, along with Campbell’s niece Emily Goldsmith, who lives in North Carolina. Each boat entry was scored on a 1-10 scale in each of the following categories: Tallest Flag, Largest Flag, Most Creative, Most Patriotic Crew and Best Overall. “It was a lot of fun and very exciting to see all the creativity of different boats,” said Campbell. The most difficult task, said Goldsmith, was that some boats drove by too fast. The judges had to search for boat numbers and score the multiple categories before the entries left the dock’s view. All four judges agreed though, the more enthusiastic the boaters aboard were, the easier it was to give them a better mark. The hardest decision to make, said the judges, was in the Most Patriotic category, as so many boats were decked out in flags, balloons, wigs, costumes and props – ranging from an eagle head to a Donald Trump impersonator.

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First place winners of each category earned a $150 gift certificate to use at any Russell marina and second place winners won a $75 gift certificate. The tallest flag winner was Kenny Campbell with a giant red balloon that floated at least 50 feet in the air with a small flag attached to the string. Tito Sanchez won the largest flag category, and his boat was playing Sweet Home Alabama as it floated passed the judges. Laurie Bullington won the most creative title with her boat’s theme “Kowaliga Indian,” complete with a towering handmade Indian out of paper maché, a teepee decoration on the boat’s stern and all crew members donning feathers in their hair and Native American clothing. The winner of the Most Patriotic category was Jeff Fox whose crew sang God Bless America loudly for the crowds. The best overall winner was John Anker, whose team won $500 cash. His boat featured a lookout perch with a crewmember using a periscope, a kid dressed as George Washington steering from an oversized wheel and a handmade cannon off the bow displaying the word “diplomacy.” That night, the Bank Walkers opened the Fireworks show at The AMP, hosted by Russell Lands and Sweet Tea Trio headlined. The Celebrate Freedom event July 3 at Benjamin Russell High School boasted large crowds and performances by Raised in Glory and 7eveth Time Down. The weekend before the holiday, the Hackneyville Volunteer Fire Department hosted its annual Fireworks Bash with vendors, games for kids and live music. Summer Celebration

Previous page: The fireworks at The AMP this year were spectacular; Clockwise from left: Sweet Tea Trio rocked The AMP for the second year in a row; The boat parade had 30 festive participants and enthusiastic spectators; Spectators enjoyed Kona Ice at the Celebrate Freedom event held at Benjamin Russell High School; Nearly 2,500 people watched the Hackneyville fireworks July 1; Children hula-hooped during the Fourth of July festivities.

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Wishing Someone Well Community icon finds new home at hospital

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he Eagle has landed,” was famously articulated by astronaut Neil Armstrong upon landing on the moon in 1969. On June 30, Russell Medical staff quipped with the same line as we celebrated the arrival Symbol of Community Heritage Roosts in Hospital Courtyard of a famous eagle to its new home on the Russell The refurbished Russell Corporation eagle was unveiled earlier this Medical campus. month in its new home at the courtyard at Russell Medical. The Russell Corporation eagle, which had graced the front of the Russell Corp. main office iconic piece. for 40 years, was recently restored and installed “Eagles are majestic. They are proud. They in the courtyard between the hospital and are powerful and known for their keen vision. Professional Office Building. The hospital has What a perfect representation of the true grit deemed this beautifully crafted cast iron eagle that is the fabric of this community. We are perched above a fountain as a wishing well, or proud to be its new home,” Peace said. rather, a ‘Wish Someone Well’ fountain. Councilwoman Audrey “Buffy” Colvin The cast iron eagle was produced in 1977 by was credited with spearheading the effort to Robinson Iron to celebrate the 75th anniversary of relocate the fountain to the Russell Medical Russell Corporation – once a global textile giant campus. She thanked her fellow elected officials founded by Benjamin Russell and headquartered for their support in transferring guardianship in Alexander City. Mr. Ben, as he was commonly and pledged that it will remain in good hands. referred to, began using the eagle as the symbol Former Russell executives, including former for Russell Mills in the early 1900s. President Dwight Carlisle, were on hand Over the years, the eagle became an iconic for the ceremony. Dr. Mary Emily Sheffield, Susan Foy symbol of the company, as it appeared on president of the medical staff, and Mayor distribution trucks, apparel and in the Russell Nabors unveiled the fountain, followed by a logo mark. Those who grew up in the area in special blessing by hospital chaplain Brother Russell’s heyday regarded it as a symbol of the community’s Wayne Cowhick. As a special treat, “Spirit,” Auburn heritage. University’s bald eagle, was on hand for photos during and Mayor Jim Nabors, former CFO of Russell Corp. after the ceremony. and current chairman of the board for Russell Medical, The month of June also marked the arrival of Dr. Ravali addressed the crowd during the unveiling ceremony. He Tarigopula, pulmonologist, to the medical staff. “Dr. Tari” noted the eagle has stood through the good times and the is board certified in pulmonary, critical care, sleep and bad for both the company and the city. He stated that in its internal medicine. Her office is located in Suite 209 in the new location, future generations would see the eagle and Professional Building. Call her office at 256-215-7474. view it as a symbol of hope. Welcome, Dr. Tari! Jim Peace, president and CEO of Russell Medical, said the hospital is honored to be the new custodian for the ~ Susan Foy is marketing director for Russell Medical.

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Don´t fear success SBA could help your business grow

iffany Huff has worked at Lake Martin provide a current personal financial statement Building Supply in Alexander City for 15 and three years’ worth of business and personal years. When the owner decided tax returns. First-time commercial to retire last fall, Tiffany and her borrowers might need help getting husband bought the business. their business plans and financials After consulting with their banker, together. Your bank can help, and you the Huffs decided that a Small Business can also talk to nonprofit resources like Administration (SBA) loan was the a small business development center. right fit to help them purchase the business. Be prepared to show consistent cash An SBA loan is a standard business flow and ability to pay back the debt loan made by a lender that carries Before approving a loan, a bank the backing of the Small Business and the SBA will want to see your Administration, which allows the company’s financial history, as well as lender to make loans that might not a personal financial statement. They’ll meet conventional criteria. It’s one of also want to review your credit score, the best ways for a business to fund its evaluate your business’s performance growth, but it is also a viable option for and consider how you’ll use the loan. Mark Woods new business owners, like the Huffs, The amount of money you would who were buying an existing business. need to invest to secure an SBA loan is Many small business owners don’t consider determined on a case-by-case basis. SBA loans because of misconceptions that the process is too complicated and takes too long. Understand the SBA’s timeframe for approval The Huffs also weren’t sure if the SBA process was Applying for an SBA loan really isn’t much something they could navigate, but they found different than applying for a conventional loan. that with help from an experienced SBA lender, it The information required is similar, and the wasn’t overly difficult. program has changed drastically over the last If you’re thinking about pursuing an SBA loan decade, so moving through the SBA loan process for your business, here are some things to keep in is much faster than it used to be. On average, the mind: SBA process can take 45 to 60 days. Of course, that depends in part on how quickly you can gather and provide all of the information required Most small businesses are eligible Your business must be an operational, for-profit for the loan. business to qualify. It’s important to work with a banker who has experience in SBA lending. An experienced SBA Be ready to say how you’ll use the funds banker knows the rules and regulations, has a You’ll need to know what you’re going to use the loan for and how much you’ll need. Borrowers grasp of what information you need to provide and can get the application done quickly and can use an SBA loan for a variety of businessefficiently, so you can get back to what’s important related purposes, such as buying equipment, – running your business. purchasing a building, hiring new employees, providing long-term working capital or even ~ Mark Woods is Vice President, Team Lead refinancing debt. SBA Alabama with USAmeriBank. For more information on SBA loans, email SBAInfo@ Understand your financials usameribank.com or call 1-866-979-2265. To apply for a loan, business owners need to

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Lilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Calypso Art Festival June 10, 2017 Chuckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marina 1. Carson and Beth Nelson and Jaylee Noe 2. Julie Brock and Kenny Franklin

3. Annie Bartol 4. Ethan, Abby and Russ Davidson, Jeremy Haynes, Amanda Davidson, Ainsley, Zachery, Allison and David Haynes

5. Laura Latimer Mills, Barry Boddie, Phil Spraggins and Tim Thornton 6. Tyler Garlipp, Brent Dillard, Brandon Pitchford and Dean Harbison 7. Tess and Mary Grace Staples

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Auburn Ambush Lake Martin June 8, 2017 Willow Point Golf & Country Club 1. Wayne Patterson and Gerri Jo McDaniel

2. Dan Chappell, Eltoro Freeman and Ben Chappell

3. Jimmy and Felicia Long 4. Angela and Ron VanHouten 5. Mark Nunnelly, Jim Colvin and Donnie Wadsworth 6. John and Janice Massa 7. Tracy and Jeff Kirk and Elizabeth Gowan 8. Gale Parrott, Kaylyn Mitchell and Aubie Lake Martin Living 41

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June 17, 2017 Charles E. Bailey Sportplex 1. Hank and Eddie Adams 2. Kinsley, Jessica, Will and Scott Coats 3. Jake and Mike Robertson

7 4. Rylen Northcutt and Ana'ya Waldrop 5. Corey Thornton, Gracie, Harlan and Brittany Butler 6. Camilla Foster, Jaivion Freeman, Zaquaviae and Zai Files 7. Lewis Campbell, Jimmy and Pay Avery, McKinley, Ben and Morgan Campbell

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Water Wars

June 17, 2017 Wind Creek State Park 1. Jolly Young

2. David Thomas, Hayden Barrentine, Easton Thomas and Jonah Taylor

3. Bailee and Katie Seaman and Amanda Brooks 4. Remi and Jessica Lobell 5. Danny Gilreath, Rachel, Brad, Evan and Riley Hodges and Ronnie Gilreath 6. Dale Ferguson, James, Carmela and Jenna Owens, Kaci Love and Terri Ferguson

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27th Annual Jazz Fest June 9, 2017 Strand Park 1. Suzzan Tarno and Clyde Gulledge

2. Randy Dawkins and Terry Martin

3. Mollie and Billy Barrett 4. Sheila and Danny Ashley 5. Rylee Holley, Kynsley Rae Blasingame, Bailey Mitchell and Ivy Vickers 6. Dorothy Benson and Kathy Young 7. Jane Blackenship and Dan and Kay Jarvis 8. Carrie, Lucy and Katie Waldrop and LeighAnne Caldwell 44 Lake Martin Living

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27th Annual Jazz Fest June 10, 2017 Lake Martin Amphitheatre 1. Lila and Bea Graves

5 2. Luke, Joshua Bo and Renee Duke and Kenzie Owens 3. Cindy and Mitch Sneed 4. Janet Price and Phyllis McAnally 5. Jackson Walters, Julian Hetzler and Jenna Walters

6. Cody Dobbins and Victoria Moorehead

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Hackneyville Shrimp Boil Bash July 1, 2017 Hackneyville Baseball Field 1. Jason Moran

2. Amy Hamlet and Tiffany Patterson 3. Kristel Thomas and Kathy Moss

4. Mady Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell and Abby Counts 5. Scott and Jessica Coats, Amanda Shurum, Hunter Cleveland and Marty Shurum 6. Bailee James, Elizabeth Meek, Jayda McClure and Kyleigh Shirey

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Battling for the Stage Bands

From Left: The Talismen and Airside

Six local and regional bands have been selected to compete in this year’s Sun Festival Band Battle. Russell Lands On Lake Martin will sponsor this annual favorite event July 21 for the third year in a row. Get ready for a fun night with family and friends at Strand Park in Alexander City, listening to a variety of musical genres as they compete for the prize – the opening spot on stage for headliner Moon Taxi on Saturday night, along with $1,000 cash. Each band will play for 30 minutes and will be judged by industry judges, according to Kim Dunn, Alexander City Chamber of Commerce director of marketing. Attendees also will be given the opportunity to vote for their favorite band once all performers have completed their sets. Four of the six bands competing are native to Alex City, including the Rachel Wilson band, Madwind, Duece’s Wild and Common Phenomenon. The Rachel Wilson Band is a local group playing a blend of 48 Lake Martin Living

rock, blues and country. Madwind self-describes as a party band, playing oldies but goodies, classic rock and country. Featuring four lead singers providing an array of musical vocals, this group has a strong local following. Duece’s Wild is a four-piece cover band with members ranging from age 21 to 68 and with the range of songs covered spanning the decades. Common Phenomenon is a four-piece, newly formed Indie rock band from the Alexander City area. Airside is a Memphis-based rock band that formed in 2014, and this group dabbles in sounds of Indie, funk and pop. The Talismen are a Montgomery-based jam band formed in 2015 comprised of one college freshman and recent high school graduates from Montgomery Academy and Park Crossing High School. They play soulful and funk-filled original music, along with covers of their favorite bands, such as Widespread Panic.

LAKE REGION EVENTS July 14

Sun Festival Kick-off at Friday on the Green

Russell Lands On Lake Martin will kick off the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce Sun Festival with the Jonathan Bloom Band at Friday on the Green at Russell Crossroads. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m.

July 14-23 Our Town

Alexander City Theatre II will present Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning classic, Our Town, at The Arbor on the First United Methodist Church Green Street campus at 7 p.m. on July 14, 15 and 20 and 2 p.m. on July 22 and 23. Tickets are $15 and are available at www.act2fineartscenter.com, at the door or at locations listed on the website. Email actheatreii@gmail.com for more information.

July 15

Book Sale

Fill a bag with books for $5 at the Dadeville Public Library’s annual summer book sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchased individually, hardback books are $1 each, and paperbacks are 50 cents. The library is located at 205 N. West St. in Dadeville. For information, call Elaine Toney at 678-231-1666.

July 16

Tallapoosee Historical Society

Harold Banks and Jerry Bynum will present a program about the history of Smith Mountain and the fire tower there, as well as the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association effort to create an outdoor environmental education center at Smith Mountain. Email ejwashburn@charter.net for information.

July 19 & 26

Field and Forest Hike

Wind Creek State Park will host a trail hike at 9 a.m. Day use fees apply. Meet at the outdoor classroom across from the beach. For information, call 256-329-0845.

July 21-23

Couples Retreat at New Water

Tom and JoAnn Doyle will lead a retreat for married and engaged

couples at New Water in Dadeville. Cost is $300 per couple. Lodging is available at Creekside Lodge or free tent camping and bunk rooms are available. For information, visit newwater.com or email Micah Simpson at micah@ newwater.com.

July 22

Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run

The 14th annual Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run will benefit local charities as players begin at The Ridge Marina and travel to River North, Harbor Point, Real Island and Kowaliga marinas to collect the best hand of cards. Prizes for the winning hands and best costumes will be awarded at the after-party at Kowaliga Restaurant. For information and to register, call 256212-1416 or visit russellmarine.net.

July 22

Moon Taxi Sun Festival Concert

American Indie-progressive rock band Moon Taxi will headline the Fifth Annual Sun Festival concert on Saturday, July 22, at Strand Park in downtown Alexander City. Gates open at 6 p.m. with the concert beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.alexandercitychamber.com or at the Chamber of Commerce office. For more information and the schedule of Sun Festival events, visit www. alexandercitychamber.com.

July 22

Fit in 22 with Ty Levett

Join top fitness trainer Ty Levett for a free 22-minute workout at 8:30 a.m. on the Town Green at Russell Crossroads. For more information, call Robert Gunn at 256-496-4232.

July 22

Stargazing

The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park for an evening of stargazing over Lake Martin. Day use fees apply. For information, call 256329-0845.

July 28

Art, Liquor and Music

Fermenter’s Market on the Green will host a gallery opening and sale

for Annie Bartol’s artwork, handmade jewlery and Erskine leather. John Emerald Distilling Co. will provide liquor tastings, and there will be live music performed by Sylacauga native Rocky Lucas. The event will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and artwork will remain on display at Fermenter's throughout the month of August.

Aug. 5

Fit in 22 with Ty Levett

Join top fitness trainer Ty Levett for a free 22-minute workout at 8:30 a.m. on the Town Green at Russell Crossroads. For more information, call Robert Gunn at 256-496-4232.

Aug. 13

Sunday Night Supper

Call 256-215-7080 to reserve space at the table for this special oneseating dinner service at SpringHouse Restaurant. Scott Burlingame will mix up a tasty seasonal cocktail mingling at 6 p.m., and Front of House Manager and Sommelier Daniel Goslin will plan a small selection of wines for dinner at 6:30 p.m. The dinner menu will include shareable dishes that have been handselected by Chef Rob. Cost is $40++ per person (does not include alcohol) and $15++ for children under 12.

Aug. 19

Alabama Avenue at Chuck’s

Alabama Avenue will spend the night at Chuck’s Marina on Lake Martin to end the summer with singing and dancing. Music starts at 8 p.m.

Sept. 3

Labor Day Weekend Concert

The summer concert series at The AMP comes to a dramatic close as concert goers of all ages gather at The AMP for the final event of the year. Visit www.theamponlakemartin.com, keep an eye on The AMP Facebook page or call 256-397-1019 for information about this year’s event.

Sept. 3

New Water Worship

Terry Slaughter will preach at 9:30 a.m. for the Labor Day weekend chapel service at New Water Farms, 460 Civitan Rd., Dadeville. Worship at the outdoor chapel on the banks of Lake Martin will be led by Robert Brandon. Lake Martin Living 49

LAKE REGION EVENTS All are welcome by boat or car. Dress is casual. For information, contact Micah Simpson at 205-725-1460.

Sept. 11

Horizons Unlimited

Dolores Hydock will present the fable The Red-Headed Woman Meets Mr. Death and Southern Comfort in a CastIron Skillet, one of the last traditional tall tales of the American Frontier, at the Alexander City Board of Education building at 375 Lee St. from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. in cooperation with Horizons Unlimited. For information, email Susie Boyles at sboyles1947@gmail.com.

Season-Long Events PATH Garden Harvest

Every Thursday at 8:30 a.m., volunteers and Lake Martin Area Boys and Girls Club members harvest vegetables at the PATH Community Garden on Green Street next to the Jacob’s Ladder playground. The harvest is donated to the Salvation Army for distribution. To volunteer, email Kim Fraher at kimfraher@yahoo.com.

Electronics Recycling

The City of Alexander City Public Works Department hosts an electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. Items accepted include computers, computer mouse, keyboards, modems or routers, CD and DVD players, power supplies, PC mix systems, home or cell phones, printers or copiers, mainframe servers, audio/video adapters, laptop chargers, cable boxes, nickel cadmium or lithium-ion batteries and flat screen monitors and televisions. CRT monitors and televisions are no longer

accepted. For more information, call the Alexander City Public Works Department at 256-409-2020.

Children’s Harbor Treasures and Thrift Store

Located on Highway 63 just south of Lake Martin Amphitheater, the Children’s Harbor Thrift Store is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You never know what gems you might find – from clothes and household items to boats. Proceeds are used to help fund the activities at the Lake Martin campus of Children’s Harbor and the Family Center at Children’s Hospital. Call 334-857-2008 for more information.

Memory Makers Quilt Guild

Meets the second and fourth Mondays at the Senior Center on the Charles E. Bailey Jr. Sportplex campus. Participants come and go between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. with a business meeting at 5 p.m., followed by show-and-tell. Bring sewing projects, machines and questions.

Real Island Supper

The Real Island community hosts a covered dish supper every third Friday of the month at the Real Island Volunteer Fire Department and Community Room, 1495 Real Island Rd. in Equality. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $3 per adult; bring a covered dish to share. Some nights are “themed,” so call ahead to find out if costumes or certain types of food are in order. For more information, contact Dianne Perrett at 256-329-8724.

Antique Car Cruise-in

On the first Saturday of each month, car enthusiasts cruise into Arby’s parking lot on Highway 280 in Alexander City from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Join the fun and enjoy an era of classic cars and classic music.

Amateur Radio Club

The Lake Martin Area Amateur Radio Club meets the second Thursday of every month at the Alexander City Church of Christ with dinner and fellowship following at a local area restaurant. Interested persons may contact Club President Tim Mayfield at 256-329-1172 or Secretary John Philips at 256-212-4063.

Naturalist Presentations and Guided Nature Tours

Naturalist Marianne Hudson fills the Naturalist Cabin at Russell Crossroads with children and adults to see and listen to her lively nature presentations with critters, insects, snakes and fowl. For the schedule, visit the website Calendar.RussellLandsOnLakeMartin. com for the scheduled subject matter, dates and times.

Strand Sessions

The Lake Martin Young Professionals will host live music at Strand Park the first Thursday of August from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring chairs and coolers.

Yoga on the Green

Discover your inner being with free yoga at the Town Green at Russell Crossroads at 7 a.m. Saturday mornings through Oct. 1. Bring a mat and water bottle.

Friday on the Green

Wind down the busy work week at the Town Green at Russell Crossroads with live music, lawn games and time with family and friends. Bring coolers, blankets, chairs, kids and pets from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. every Friday through Sept. 15, except July 21 (Sun Festival Battle of the Bands).

Catherine’s Market Wine Tastings

Come by Catherine’s Market for wine tastings from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays through Sept. 15. It’s $5 to sample a variety of wines and apply that $5 to 50 Lake Martin Living

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Crossroads Community Garden Club Pancake Breakfast

The Crossroads Community Garden Club members will serve up pancakes at the Artists Cabin at Russell Crossroads. For details, visit www.RussellCrossroads.com.

Live Music Sundays at Kowaliga

On the the fourth Sunday in July, and the first and third Sundays in August, come enjoy live acoustic music on the deck of Kowaliga Restaurant from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Kowaliga will serve a full menu all day on Wednesdays through Sundays at the lake this summer.

First Sundays Crawfish

Kowaliga Restaurant’s Chef Ban will be boiling up the Southern favorite, crawfish, along with all the usual fixin’s, in addition to the regular menu on the first Sunday of the month. The crawfish will be available only on the first Sunday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information, call 256-2157035.

Free Driving and Docking Clinics

Blue Creek Marina will host free clinics on Mondays this summer to teach driving and docking a boat. Registration is required, and clinics run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Snacks and bottled water are provided. Bring your own lunch. Space is limited, so call Jennifer or Nicole at 256-8258888 to reserve your spot. Pontoon clinics will be held Aug. 7 and Sept. 11; towboat clinics are scheduled for July 17, Aug. 14 and Sept. 18; and sterndrive clinic dates are July 24, Aug. 21 and Sept. 25.

MainStreet Farmers Market

The MainStreet Farmers Market offers fresh-picked local produce every Saturday through October from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. next to the First Baptist Church Family Life Center on Lee Street in Alexander City.

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33. River North Marina 256-397-1500 250 River North Rd., Alex City, AL 35010 4 Real Island Marina 334-857-2741 2700 Real Island Rd., Equality, AL 36026 5 Smith Marina 256-444-8793 smithmarinaonlakemartin@yahoo.com 6 Blue Creek Marina 256-825-8888 7280 Hwy 49 S., Dadeville, AL 36853 7 Parker Creek Marina 256-329-8550 486 Parker Creek Marina Rd., Equality, AL 36026

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29 Bodyworks Massage & Spa 256-395-0442 282 Dadeville Rd., Alex City, AL 35010

32 Bless Your Heart 334-531-0960 90 Main Street., Eclectic, AL 36024 33 Original Grace Boutique 334-639-0125 10 Main Street., Eclectic, AL 36024

Hotels & Lodges 34 Creekside Lodge 256-307-1440 6993 Hwy 49 S., Dadeville, AL 36853 35 Creekside Event Center 256-307-1441 7051 Hwy 49 S., Dadeville, AL 36853

Churches 36 Red Ridge United Methodist Church 256-825-9820 8091 County Rd. 34, Dadeville, AL 36853

Russell Do It Center (Alex City) 16 256-234-2567 1750 Alabama 22, Alex City, AL 35010

37 Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 334-252-8618 2602 Gilmer Avenue, Tallassee, AL 36078

17 Russell Do It Center (Eclectic) 334-541-2132 1969 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic, AL 36024

38 Lake Pointe Baptist Church 256-373-3293 8352 Highway 50, Dadeville, AL 36853

Lakeside Mercantile 19 334-850-6357 8246 County Rd. 34, Dadeville, AL 36853 EastLake Coffee @ Lakeside Mercantile 20 334-850-6357 8246 County Rd. 34, Dadeville, AL 36853

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28 Nail's Convenient Store 334-857-3454 8394 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic, AL 36024

15 Hodges Vineyards and Winery 256-896-4036 230 Lee Rd. 71, Camp Hill, AL 36850

18 Lake Martin Mini Mall 334-857-3900 7995 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic, AL 36024

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27 Centry 21 Lake Area Realty 256-825-4800 440 N Broadnax St., Dadeville, AL 36853

31 Shipwreck Sam's Yogurt@ Smith's Marina 256-444-8793

13 Bezlo's Cafe 334-639-0003 65 Main Street., Eclectic, AL 36024

26 Aronov Realty Lake Martin 256-825-4133 6928 AL-49 S Stillwaters Hwy, Dadeville, AL 36853

9 Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market 256-215-7070 17 Russell Farms Rd., Alex City, AL 35010

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SpringHouse 8 256-215-7080 12 Benson Mill Rd., Alex City, AL 35010

Homeplate Cafe 10 256-825-0583 191 East South St., Dadeville, AL 36853

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23 Dark Insurance 256-234-5026 www.darkinsuranceagency.com 410 Hillabee Street, Alex City, AL 35010

21 Russell Building Supply 256-825-4256 350 Fulton Street, Dadeville, AL 36853 22 The Stables at Russell Crossroads 256-794-1333 288 Stables Road, Alex City, AL 35010

Dock Builders 39 Lake Martin Dock Company, Inc Marine Contractor License #49146 334-857-2443 180 Birmingham Rd., Eclectic, AL 36024 40 Docks Unlimited LLC 256-203-8400 6400 Highway 63 S., Alex City, AL 35010

Recreation 41 Dixie Sailing Club 767 New Hope Church Road Alexander City, Al 35010

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IS GOD DEAD?

Games People Play The Last Word

between her hands and claimed that she would not he Fourth of July has always meant a lot to my read it again. family. Yes, the national independence aspect The other women leaned back in their chairs is a tremendous part of the holiday (and thus confidently and folded their arms with Cheshire to us), but we really look forward to the cavalcade Cat-like smirks. Truth be told, they were very of game time. When I was young, my grandfather relieved this question avoided them, and they started a tradition in which there were all types of enjoyed watching the men struggle for an answer. all kinds of contests all day long. Winners of the The question was, after all, a real stumper: ‘Is various games got prizes – sometimes even trophies! God dead?’ Those first couple of years, I cleaned up. Of course, The men’s first inclinations were, ‘Um ... Isn’t this I was the only grandchild available at the time, but I a pretty philosophical and subjective question for a racked up awards like Gone with the Wind. family-fun themed board game?’ Obviously, my family is pretty competitive when Their next thoughts were, ‘Even if the question is it comes to playing games. Very competitive. At any definitely answerable, how do the people of Hasbro game. You know, that reminds me of a story ... (cue dream sequence music and squiggly lines). Luke Robinson know? This type of information surely gives the company a leg up on Milton Bradley! Why hasn’t Many moons ago, my parents and their friends this been in the news or something?’ were hooked on what was then a new board game Even though the question was only made of three little words, called Trivial Pursuit (TP). The game comes in many forms now. There are TPs for specific decades or occupations, but back then, it carried a lot of significance. It sounded more like a religious scholar’s thesis title page than something asked in a Trivial there was only one option. Pursuit game. Especially when other questions read like, ‘Which The group gathered at one of their respective houses and is the largest of the Great Lakes?’ played the game for hours on end. Usually, the teams were After several pensive and self-reflective moments, the men divided into a men-versus-women battle of the sexes. As most debated about how to answer. They asked the women for clues, competitions get when couples are split and then pitted against but the females were afraid those were standard male tricks and each other, the game got very heated. left the card securely covered on the table. One night, my parents hosted the dinner/game party. The As the minutes wore on like hours, the dinner party food was consumed quickly in hopes of jumping right into transformed into a modern day Council of Trent. Sips of vino Trivial Pursuit; and then, seated oppositely at the long dinner were replaced with all types of Clinton-esque contemplations. table, the men and women prepared to determine, once and for “What is death?” “What is life?” “What is ‘is’?” all, which gender was smartest (at least, according to standards In the end, my father convinced the group it was better to be set by Hasbro, the game’s manufacturer). safe than sorry. Some men looked out the sliding glass doors to Because the competition was so cutthroat, the couples had make sure lightning-filled storm clouds weren’t gathering. They to adopt various habits and rules not necessarily included in nervously nodded in agreement and went with ‘No ... he is NOT the game’s official instructions. For instance, a question could dead’ as their final answer. only be repeated once and the questioners – especially the By this point, the women were just as eager to get to the back females – were very careful not to look at the answer prior to the of the card as the men. All eyes seemed to scream, ‘Oh, great opposition’s submission in fear of some form of marital extra Hasbro, tell us the answer to this universal mystery!’ sensory perception giving away the correct reply to their mates But instead of an answer, the questioner only burst into seated across the table. Therefore, once a question was asked, the asker tightly cupped the question card in his or her hands, as the embarrassed laughter. It turned out, she had read the answer side to the game card, answers were printed on the back. not the question. Cheating was both abhorred and anticipated in this game, so In her haste to keep the answer secret, she had covered the card security was at a premium. card too quickly to notice her mistake. The actual question was As this particular night wore on, the match was very tight. supposed to be, ‘What was on the cover of Time Magazine on There were the typical questions like ‘Who was the MVP of April 8, 1966?’ with the answer being, of course, ‘Is God Dead?’ Super Bowl X?’ and ‘Who was Richard Nixon’s Secretary of There was a great sigh of relief around the dinner table. The State?’ Then, a female team member asked a question that shook men were allowed a new question, and no one was struck by a the dinner party to its core. vengeful thunderbolt. She lifted the card, posed the query and quickly covered the From that point forward, though, the couples decided it card with both hands. might be best to stick to Monopoly. The men sat in stunned silence. Jaws hit the floor, and wine glasses were nervously emptied. ~ Luke Robinson is an Alexander City native who also writes a The guys asked her to repeat the question, as it had truly weekly column for the Alexander City Outlook. bewildered them. She reiterated the question, slammed the card 58 Lake Martin Living

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