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Shooting victim’s life of abuse revealed Petition for protection order shows Tresea Miller was abused by husband and killer Harold Miller for decades; More details emerge from Tuesday’s double-murder suicide By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer

The petition for the protection order that Tresea Miller, one of two women shot to death in a murdersuicide in Tallassee on Tuesday, had issued in hopes

of protecting her from her estranged husband-turnedkiller Harold Phillip Miller contained details of a torturous 43-year marriage. The order, signed by Tallapoosa County Circuit Judge Tom Young first thing Tuesday, was electronically filed with the court’s clerk a mere nine

minutes before Tallassee police received the first report of the shooting in the Walmart parking lot. Young could not speak to the specifics of the Miller case Wednesday morning, but commented generally on what he and other judges realize about protection orders. “When it gets to the point where someone feels they have no other choice but to seek a protective order, obviously, there are some very serious issues,” See ABUSE • Page 9

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Ruling on Pulliam suit against county, state to come next week By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

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Assistant Attorney General Chris Moore speaks to local law enforcement Tuesday morning as the AG’s office led a presentation on how to be an effective witness in court.

AG’s office trains law enforcement on how to be an effective witness By MITCH SNEED Editor

Law enforcement officials from Tallapoosa County, Dadeville, Alexander City and Lee County took part in a training seminar Tuesday designed to help them be more effective witnesses if called on to testify in court. Effective Courtroom Performance for Law Enforcement Officers was a seminar organized and directed by the office of Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall which was held at the Betty Carol Graham Technology Center on the campus of Central Alabama Community College. Assistant Attorneys General Chris Moore, Kenneth Gibbs and Katie Langer were the presenters. The local stop See WITNESS • Page 3

Summer reading talent show an entertaining event By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

crowd of 159 people, including children from the local Boys & Girls Club and Jacob’s Ladder, gathered at the Sportplex gym Wednesday afternoon for the first ever talent show hosted by Mamie’s Place Children’s Library as part of the library summer reading program. While only a handful of those who signed up to be a part of the show were in attendance, the few who were able to participate wowed See TALENT • Page 3

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Top, JaMichael Moten shows off his drumming skills during the Mamie’s Place summer reading program talent show Wednesday. Zander Cumdie, above left, gets ready to sing ‘Hello’ by Lionel Richie while his volunteer assistant waits to be sung to.

Judge Tom Young heard arguments over motions to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a local man and his siblings against the Alabama Department of Human Resources, one of its employees, the Tallapoosa Pulliam County Sheriff’s Department and Coosa Valley Medical Center alleging their late father’s rights were violated when he was committed to a home in 2013. Gregory A. Pulliam, Melvin D. Ross, Sandra Taylor, James A. Pulliam and Larry Pulliam filed a complaint in March on behalf of the estate of the late Larry A. Pulliam, alleging that Pulliam was not properly evaluated before being committed and the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department allowed an off-duty deputy to transport the man to a home without proper paperwork. DHR, which is represented by Kimberly Dobbs, argued the statute of limitations has run out and the State of Alabama cannot be sued in this case. “We think there is a big problem with time lag,” Dobbs said. “They sued a worker individually. She is protected and the state has sovereignty.” Thomas Radney represents Tallapoosa County and the See PULLIAM • Page 3

Highway 280 paving project in Dadeville nearing completion

The paving project on Highway 280 in Dadeville is nearly complete, but Gary Ingram Paving’s Jeff Harte said crews have put the work on hold until the curing period passes in several weeks.

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It might appear as if Gary Ingram Paving has left the Highway 280 paving project in Dadeville almost complete, but that is not the case. Crews are having to wait to complete the project. “We are up to a point of having to wait several weeks for a curing period,” Gary Ingram Paving’s Jeff Harte said. “We have to wait for that before we apply a final special layer of asphalt in certain areas.” Harte said the paving will be back, but not for as long. “If we haven’t rounded third, we will soon,” See PAVING • Page 3

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DEAR ABBY: I met the love of my life eight months ago. Everything about our relationship is perfect. We both love our families, fine food, games and, most importantly, each other. We met at an antique store and now have an extensive stamp collection together. Wanting this joy to last forever, I proposed to her. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t imagine a happier life for both of us, until I discovered that she is already engaged. Her mother informed me that she had accepted a proposal from a close friend of ours months ago. At first I was devastated, but now I understand the situation. She felt obligated to accept his proposal, yet I know she will only find true happiness by marrying me. How do I go about bringing this up to her? Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very nonconfrontational, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want her to feel awkward or uncomfortable. Should I tell her what I know or wait for her to come to me? Please help. -- IN LOVE BUT CONFUSED

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DEAR IN LOVE: Something is definitely wrong with this picture. Sometimes confrontation is healthy. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste another moment waiting for the girl to level with you. Tell her what her mother told you and ask if it is true. If it is, she needs to explain. Although you may be ready to settle down and get married, she may not be emotionally mature enough to marry either one of you. DEAR ABBY: Today, June 21 -- the first day of summer -- is the annual ASK Day (Asking Saves Kids). Children are out of school and visiting other peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homes. This is a moment to remind parents to ask if there are guns in these

homes and if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re stored safely -- out of kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reach. Will you help us get the word out about our campaign? Prevention saves lives, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re grateful for your consideration. -- BETTINA LANYI, ASST. DIRECTOR OF PARTNERSHIPS, BRADY CAMPAIGN DEAR BETTINA: Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pleased to spread the word. Readers, the ASK Campaign is a collaboration between the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Its goal is to ensure kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; safety by encouraging parents to ASK if there is an unlocked gun in the homes where their children play. For more information, I encourage you to visit askingsaveskids.org. There you will find various resources, including tips for parents and others on how to bring up the sometimes-awkward topic of safe storage. There are also brochures and flyers in English and Spanish, and suggestions about how to work with groups

in your community to bring public awareness to the ASK program. DEAR ABBY: My investment adviser got married four months ago. He and his wife have invited me to a celebration of their marriage. It is not a formal affair, but an evening BBQ at their condo rooftop. Should I bring a gift? And if so, what would be appropriate for an investment adviser? -BETTY IN FLORIDA DEAR BETTY: A token gift would be thoughtful. Something they could use at one time or another might be a nice picture frame for their home. Be sure to include a thoughtful note with it, wishing them a lifetime of happiness together. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

Obituaries Mrs. Corine Ogburn Blake 1925 - 2018 Visitation for Mrs. Corine Ogburn Blake, 92, of Prattville, will be at Radney Funeral Home on Friday, June 22, 2018, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The family will have a private graveside service following the visitation. Mrs. Blake passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018. She was born on December 8, 1925 in Sylacauga, Alabama to Robbie Thomas and Trudie Thomas. She is survived by her son, Steven A. (Patricia) Ogburn of Opelika, AL; daughter, Rita O. (Tommy) Brown of Prattville, AL; grandson, Steven T. (Beverly) Ogburn of

Mr. Issac Heard Mr. Issac Heard, 62 of Dadeville, AL passed away on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at his residence. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, June 22, 2018, 1:00 p.m. CST at Mt. Zion East Missionary Baptist Church in Dadeville, AL, Rev. Jimmy Thomas, Pastor; Officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Auburn, AL; grandson, Eric Ogburn (Beth) of New Orleans, LA; granddaughter, Julie Williams (Aaron) of Atlanta, GA; grandson, Shay T. Brown of Denver, CO; and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Robbie Thomas; mother, Trudie Thomas; husband, Tilman Ogburn; sister, Doris Booth; and husband, Herbert Blake. Memorials may be made to Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harbor, 1 Our Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hwy, Alexander City, AL 35010. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Heard is survived by two brothers, Jarvis Heard of Dadeville, AL and Jesse James Moss of Camp Hill, AL, one sister, Donna Foster of Dadeville, AL, one aunt, Janet (Wallace) Sands of Dadeville, AL, six nephews, Ken (Nora) Harris of Camp Hill, AL, Shae Goggans of Jackson Gap, AL, Airion (April) Robinson of Auburn, AL, Dale (Tammy) Foster and Christopher (Sara) Foster of Indianapolis, IN, and

Ms. Eula Gay Gaddis Funeral service for Ms. Eula Gay Gaddis of Goodwater, Alabama will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 22, 2018 at Wrightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home Chapel with interment following at Marietta Baptist Church Cemetery, Goodwater, Alabama. Professional Service provided by Wrightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeral Home.

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As part of the third week of the iRead summer reading program at Stephens Elementary School, representatives of the McWane Science Center Outreach program entertained 261 children Wednesday morning. Demonstrating how fireworks are made and how certain chemicals can be used to create bigger fires, the presentation had participants enthralled with the scientific show under the banner of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Super Hero Science.â&#x20AC;? Through these demonstrations, participants learned how they too can have â&#x20AC;&#x153;superpowersâ&#x20AC;? through the power of science. Program director Jeri-Lynn Martin wanted to thank Valley National Bank for their support of the program by helping provide funding to bring in groups like the McWane Center and Wildlife Wonders, who presented during the first week of iRead.

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The paving project on Highway 280 in Dadeville is nearly complete, but Gary Ingram Paving’s Jeff Harte said crews have put the work on hold until the curing period passes in several weeks.

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Harte said. “The bulk of the work is done. We just have to wait a bit.” In addition to the layer of asphalt that needs to be applied on the hill near McDonald’s, Harte said they still have some shoulder work to do. When all that is completed, final striping and reflectors will be applied. “We will be back to finish up,” Harte said. The project started in April and new pavement is being applied from the intersection of Highway 280 and Highway 49 North to where East South Street comes into Highway 280 on the Camp Hill side of town. When crews from Gary Ingram Paving return, Harte wants everyone to remember to be patient, observant and cautious as they travel through the work zone. Dadeville Mayor Wayne Smith is happy about the project. “These improvements will make things go more smoothly,” he said. “This is progress on making Dadeville a better place.”

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Above, Dominic Robinson makes sure the wine glass he prepares to smash is securely inside the bag as part of his magic trick Wednesday. Zander Cumdie, top right, demonstrates his dancing skills during the interlude of Lionel Richie’s ‘Hello.’ Right, with the help of her assistant, Sarah Phipps performs a card trick, turning the aces of spades and clubs into the aces of diamonds and hearts.

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the crowd with their spectacular talents. Sarah Phipps performed a magic trick, having a volunteer hold the ace of spades and ace of clubs face-down, but when turned over, the cards had turned into the ace of hearts and the ace of diamonds. Zander Cumdie sang the Lionel Richie song “Hello,” and JaMichael Moten played a fast-paced song on a drum set. Rounding out the day, Dominic Robinson also performed a magic trick by breaking a wine glass and snapping a rubber band before making the rubber band whole again and turning the broken pieces of

glass into candy. After the four concluded their performances, a judging panel made up of Andy Graham, Eltoro Freeman and Demetrius Fleetion (Mr. Fuji) determined the winners in each of the three age categories. Cumdie was named the winner of the ages 5-8 group, Moten won for ages 9-13 and Robinson placed first in the age 13-17 category. Despite the participation rate not being what was initially hoped for, the librarians were still happy with how things turned out overall, while also reminding participants and

those in the audience there were still many more programs the library will be offering this summer as part of the summer reading program. “Any time you can promote children’s talents and let them express their talent like this, it’s a good thing,” Russell Library Director Amy Huff said. “We had a really good time with this and I think the kids really enjoyed themselves,” Mamie’s Place Librarian Melissa Moncrief said. “We will be having this next year, and hopefully we will have more participation for next year.”

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was one in a series of similar sessions being held all across the state. “About a year ago the AG’s office saw the need for a training like this,” Moore said. “So we began last year with a series on crime scene preservation and collection and the handling of evidence. We did about eight of those last year and this year we talked to law enforcement leaders and they saw a need to help officers be more effective in court. This is the second of these sessions that we’ve done and we feel like it is being well received and they are really getting a lot out of it.” Gibbs said that often times in busy judicial circuits and the new sentencing guidelines that are now in place, more cases are being settled before they go to court. That makes appearances by investigators and field officers less frequent, Gibbs said. “We live for trials, but the truth is they are less frequent than in the past,” Gibbs, who was once a prosecutor here in the Fifth Judicial Circuit, said. “It’s just like with anything else, the less you do something, the rustier you are when the occasion arises where you are called on to testify. The aim is to be a refresher course for those who may not have been on the stand in a while and help those who may have never testified in anything more than, say, traffic court to be aware of what to expect, how to be a good witness and some of the dos and don’ts.” Langer said that much of what was covered were just basics, but in an age where technology is changing things every day, it never hurts to drive the important courtroom practices home. “The first thing we tell them is the importance of keeping good notes,

being prepared before you take the stand, knowing you can refer to notes on the stand and most importantly, to tell the truth,” Langer said. “Those sound like little things, but they are really the cornerstones of law enforcement testimony.” Gibbs said another area that many eager officers forget in the heat of the moment is to limit their answers. “When you haven’t testified very often, it’s natural to be eager to tell everything fact and piece of information you know,” Gibbs said. “But we stress to listen carefully to the questions and just give the simple answer to what you are asked. A prosecutor has a plan and a line of questions to get to the points he is trying to make in a case. So, you want to be truthful, accurate and brief with the answers. If you don’t recall for sure, you say you don’t recall or don’t know. It’s hard for a defense attorney to argue with that.” Moore said that some of the questions they get in these sessions are about technology and how to handle testimony when body camera video exists. “Again, it goes back to telling the truth and being prepared,” Moore said. “Know exactly what’s on the video and be prepared to talk about what is shown.” Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy David McMichael hosted the training which was offered free of charge to certified law enforcement officers and said it was very informative. “It’s a great opportunity to get this kind of quality training right here in our backyard at no cost,” McMichael

Above, Assistant Attorneys General Kenneth Gibbs, left, and Katie Langer make a presentation to local law enforcement officials on how to be an effective witness if called to the stand during trial Tuesday at CACC’s Betty Carol Graham Technology Center. Top, Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy David McMichael, far right, hosted the training.

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Pulliam sheriff’s department and argued the department was never served in the suit so a default judgment seeking $5 million is not in order and also argued deadline for statute of limitations had passed. The new suit filed in March of this year names Coosa Valley Medical Center. The hospital was represented by Phillip Sellers who also argued the statute of limitations had passed. “The tort claims passed with Mr. Pulliam,” Sellers said. “He would have to had filed the malpractice before his death.” The Pulliams argued they had filed suit May 3, 2016 with the Alabama Supreme Court, which declined to take it, stat-

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ing it needed to be filed with circuit court, which the Pulliams did May 26, 2016 but also filed an affidavit of substantial hardship to avoid prepayment of court costs and that this is a consolidated case from then. Judge Steve Perryman denied the hardship, so, technically the suit was never filed in 2016. “The 2016 filing was never recognized by the clerk’s office because the filing fee was not paid,” Radney said. “This is a new 2018 case number alleging facts and circumstances of 2015 and earlier.” Young said he had some familiarity with the situation and agreed the old case was never filed. “I have had some deal-

ing with this case as a special probate judge,” Young said. “There was never really an old case because the court never recognized the affidavit of substantial hardship.” Young did not rule Wednesday but said he would take the arguments from the hearing and issue a ruling later. “You have given me a lot to think about,” +

Young told everyone involved. “I am still bound by the rules of court. I will issue a ruling at the first of next week.”

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ith celebrity suicides dominating recent headlines and the rate of military veterans killing themselves not dropping from an average of 20 every day, the topic of mental health has become that much more engrained in the collective consciousness. While bringing this issue to the forefront is certainly laudable and will hopefully not fade from discussion any time soon, it seems a majority of the focus has been on making sure people know how to help those who suffer from depression and suicidal thoughts. However effective this may be, it ignores one key aspect of the equation. There is nothing wrong with encouraging people to take a stand and help those who may be dealing with such issues, but it cannot come at the expense of encouraging those who may be dealing with depression to not be afraid to reach out for help. This may sound cliché or repetitive, but there are a multitude of resources available to help in dealing with such issues. Licensed psychiatrists are there to listen and help diagnose any concerns. Psychiatric hospitals exist to help those with depression find mechanisms allowing them to handle any mental issues. Anti-depressants, while not always the most effective, can be useful in controlling symptoms. There are also several crisis hotlines, including 1-800273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK), 1-800-7842433 (1-800-SUICIDE), and for veterans, www.veteranscrisisline.net. If nothing else, reach out to a friend, family member or even someone like a priest you trust and talk to them about how you feel. So if you feel despondent and believing that killing yourself is the only option, do not be afraid to reach out. Society may have put a stigma on mental health issues and made it seem wrong to do so, but that is fading away rapidly. It might seem like a weakness to reach out for help on such issues, but it is not. Asking for help is far more courageous and shows a greater sense of strength and resolve to keep forging on than the alternative.

resident Donald Trump’s approval ratings have been climbing since the prospect of a summit with North Korea was announced earlier this year in March. In fact, he has reached a 48 percent approval rating mark on June 20, 2018 in the Rasmussen Reports poll. And it’s no accident. The Republican President has benefitted from a little known lesson that escapes many pundits and some professors: people typically respond better to peace than they do towards threats and uses of force. Remember Nixon winning re-election overwhelmingly in 1972, shortly after Henry Kissinger announced “Peace is at hand” during talks with North Vietnam? Or do you recall the joyous celebrations after V-E Day and V-J Day? Sure President George H. W. Bush’s approval ratings spiked in 1991, but that was after the U.S. military won a successful fight in the Persian Gulf War, and the conflict was over with so few casualties. That hasn’t stopped some academics from arguing that there is a diversionary theory of war, where leaders with domestic troubles launch a conflict abroad to distract from those shortcomings. The media picked up on it after the 1990s movie “Wag the Dog,” thus giving it the moniker “Wag The Dog Hypothesis.” This theory is trotted out every time some U.S. president or British prime minister launches an attack, even though a few scholars have pointed out there’s there’s little evidence for it when it comes to war. Few have considered that

has experienced a surge in surveys after peace. In JOHN the 1990s, Bill Clinton launched cruise missiles TURES or ordered bombers to Columnist attack sites, ranging from the former Yugoslavia (in Bosnia and Kosovo), Iraq, maybe peace might bring and against al-Qaeda (in more happiness at home. Sudan and Afghanistan). But Trump has certainly But only in the benefitted from his olive Christmastime attacks on branch to North Korea. Saddam Hussein’s facilities Before March 5, 2018, did Clinton get a bounce in Trump’s approval ratings the polls. The other three averaged 40.25% in military operations resulted several polls before that in a poll drop or flat date. As plans for some results for the Democratic sort of summit were President. On the other announced, a Marist poll hand, three of the four showed Trump jumping peace initiatives (Bosnia, up in the public eye to 44 Kosovo, North Ireland, and percent. Subsequent polling Israel-Palestine) resulted averages regressed to the in positive public opinion. mean, but still reflected a The Dayton Peace Accords Trump bump. Now, that of 1995 netted Clinton polling average is 43.1 a critical 4.5 increase in percent, with Rasmussen the polls, from 47 percent Reports showing higher to 52 percent, critical to numbers for Trump. the president’s reelection Contrast this with efforts. And the first poll Trump’s earlier interactions taken after Clinton’s with North Korea. Before famous scene with Israeli his famous “Fire and Fury” Prime Minister Yitzhak message, Trump’s poll Rabin and Palestinian average was 37.7 percent. Leader Yasser Arafat The three-day poll average in September of 1993 after that threat was 36.7 saw a 10 point boost for percent. It was a similar Clinton, as well as a 7.5 story when Trump bragged point average increase that about his button being month. bigger on January 2, 2018, If Trump is looking as he experienced a drop in towards his re-election, he averages from 41.3 percent would do well to remember to 39.7 percent. such lessons from history, Think either of Trump’s as well as his own cruise missile launches administration. Americans against Syria netted him love their military, but they any public approval? Think also enjoy the policy of again. The President’s poll peace as well. averages fell from 40.7 percent to 40 percent after John A. Tures is a that April 6-7, 2017 launch. professor of political Those average surveys science at LaGrange stayed flat before and after College in LaGrange, Trump’s second set of Georgia. He can be cruise missile launches in reached at jtures@ response to a second set of lagrange.edu. His Twitter Syrian chemical attacks. account is JohnTures2. It’s not just Trump who

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Tommy Spraggins represents District 5. His phone number is 256-234-3609. His address is 1539 College Street, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of Finance committee.

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Eric Brown represents District 4. His phone number is 256-3972011. His address is 1421 Parrish Drive, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Public Works committee.

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Buffy Colvin represents District 2. Her phone number is 256-7500663. Her address is 786 I Street, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Buildings and Property committee.

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Bobby Tapley represents District 1. His phone number is 256392-0344. His address is 1821 LaVista Road, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Public Safety committee.

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Jim Nabors is mayor of Alexander City. His phone number at city hall is 256-329-6730 and his home number is 256329-1320 His address at city hall is 4 Court Square; Alexander City, AL, 35010. His home address is 1695 Magnolia Street Alexander City, AL, 35010.

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Elected officials should stop immigration separation Dear Editor I would like to share with you this open letter to some of our elected officials. Dear Governor Ivey, Sen. Richard Shelby, Rep. Mike Rogers: All of us should be ashamed of ourselves treating immigrant children in such an inhumane way. Myself, for not speaking out enough to politicians that can do something to stop this horrendous act! This is an act of Donald Trump’s and Jeff Sessions’ making and totally illegal. Don’t say it was Obama’s because it wasn’t. He did send people back but he did NOT take children away from their parents. But, I am so disappointed in all of you that are supporting this racist president and racist attorney general. Totally disgusting on all of our parts for allowing these immoral acts to happen and continue to happen. Governor Ivey, if you have troops down there helping take children away from their parents, I do hope you will have the guts to stop this immediately. Listen to those tapes…really listen. The Statue of Liberty states to send the tired, poor and huddled masses that are yearning to be free. Hitler took children from their parents in Germany; are we another regime that does horrendous acts? These immigrants are running away from terrible conditions such as rape and murder and Jeff Sessions wants them

to leave the children!!!! The women are trying to do this legally but the border patrol is stopping them and turning them back. The children are placed in tents in 100-degree temperature. Do you want to try to sit in a tent with those temperatures? Would you want your child torn from your arms when you are trying to save them from a terrible fate? None of you are Native Americans, are you? So why do you think they are so different from your ancestors? Why don’t you care? I guess one of the things that infuriate me the most is this: Trump and Sessions are trying to quote the Bible. They will burn in hell for this atrocious act. How can they call themselves Christians? How can they sleep at night when these children are crying for their mommy and daddy? This act is so morally wrong. Where is your empathy? Do Republicans even have them anymore? I can see that the president hasn’t any, but what about you? Is money this important that you cannot even stand up to a racist or are you one also? Hopefully, you will listen to the tapes and learn from a constituent that votes religiously. Judy Palfrey Dadeville

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Tallapoosa County residents eligible for weatherization assistance STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Gov. Kay Ivey recently awarded grants totaling $964,862 to assist lowincome and elderly Alabama residents with weatherizing their homes to lower energy costs. The grants support Alabama’s Weatherization Assistance Program, which provides funds to improve the energy efficiency and safety of qualifying homes. Priority is given to people with disabilities, the elderly and low-income households with children. Local residents can apply for weatherization assistance as Community Action of Chambers – Tallapoosa – Coosa counties was awarded more than $30,000 to help out. “Many elderly and disabled residents are living on very limited incomes and often struggle to pay higher utility bills,” Ivey said. “These grants will help permanently lower the energy bills for many residents by making upgrades to keep their houses cool during these hot summer months.” An energy audit is conducted of each home that qualifies for weatherization assistance to

determine the most cost-efficient measures. Common improvements include installing extra insulation in the attic, walls and floor; sealing air leaks around doors and windows; repairs or tune-ups for air conditioning and heating units; and replacing incandescent light bulbs with high-efficiency bulbs. In addition to lowering energy bills, the improvements can reduce the risk of fire and other hazards. Ivey awarded the grants to 14 community agencies across the state that manage the program at the local level and receive applications from individuals who wish to be considered for assistance. This funding comes in addition to $924,255 in grants awarded by Ivey in April for the Weatherization Assistance Program. The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the grants from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Energy. “I join Gov. Ivey in her commitment to helping those who truly need it most throughout the state through the Weatherization Assistance Program,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said. “ADECA’s partnerships with Alabama’s community agencies

ensure that many elderly, disabled and underserved residents receive help in preparing their homes for these warmer months now and for years to come.” Locally, residents can apply by reaching out to Community Action at 256-825-4287. Below is a list of each grant, the recipient agency, counties served and the agency telephone number: • $88,671 to Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission (Autauga, Chilton, Dallas, Elmore, Lee, Macon, Perry, Russell and Shelby) 334-262-4300 • $33,145 to Community Action Committee Inc. of ChambersTallapoosa-Coosa (Chambers, Coosa and Tallapoosa) 256-825-4287 • $24,570 to Alabama Council on Human Relations Inc. (Lee) 334-8218336 • $62,990 to Community Action Partnership of Huntsville-Madison and Limestone Counties, Inc. (Madison and Limestone) 256-851-9800 • $96,602 to Jefferson County Committee for Economic Opportunity (Jefferson) 205-327-7500 • $93,956 to Mobile Community Action Inc. (Choctaw, Mobile and Washington) 251-457-5700 • $61,247 to Montgomery County

Commission (Montgomery) 334-8321210 • $78,713 to Community Action Partnership of North Alabama Inc. (Cullman, Lawrence, Marion, Morgan, Walker and Winston) 256-355-7843 • $75,782 to Community Action Agency of Northeast Alabama Inc. (Blount, Cherokee, DeKalb, Etowah, Jackson, Marshall and St. Clair) 256638-4430 • $33,966 to Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama Inc. (Colbert, Franklin and Lauderdale) 256-766-4330 • $112,151 to Organized Community Action Program Inc. (Barbour, Bullock, Butler, Coffee, Covington, Crenshaw, Dale, Geneva, Henry, Houston, Lowndes and Pike) 334-5661712 • $70,760 to Community Action Agency of South Alabama (Baldwin, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, Marengo, Monroe and Wilcox) 251-626-2646 • $55,430 to Community Action Agency of Talladega, Clay, Randolph, Calhoun and Cleburne (Calhoun, Clay, Cleburne, Randolph and Talladega) 256-362-6611 • $76,879 to Community Service Programs of West Alabama Inc. (Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Pickens, Sumter and Tuscaloosa) 205-752-5429

Alexander City pool seeing good turnout for summer p.m. Monday through Saturday, with the exception of Tuesday. Admission is $2 per person, though Hardy encourWith summer in full swing and the aged those who come on a regular basis temperature heating up, one of the to consider purchasing summer passes. places to be in town is the Alexander These passes are $25 for an individual City pool. Offering residents a way to or $75 for a family of four. beat the heat, things have been going For those who want to do laps around smoothly since opening after Memorial the pool and exercise in that manner, the Day. department also offers summer lap pass“Our first day was May 29, and es for $30, which allows holders to get everything is going great,” said Kristi in during special times when the pool is Hardy, who helps oversee the pool for not otherwise open. the parks and recreation department. “We do ask these people call and let “Attendance is up so far. The attitude us know what time they’re coming so around here is great. we can have lifeguards on duty,” Hardy “The daycares around town are visit- said. ing a lot more, and the number of people “We want everyone to know we’re who signed up for morning swimming here and open for them,” she added. “So lessons has increased.” far, this has been a great summer for While some of the recent stormy us.” weather has created issues with being able to hold some of the swimming lessons offered at the pool, Hardy said the rain has held off long enough during the day to allow for some of the lessons to take place. Other than this, there have been no real problems at the pool over the last few weeks. “We keep a check on the chemicals every hour, and if we have any issues, we can turn them around really fast,” Hardy said. “There have been no problems other than those wanting to push the rules.” Hardy also wanted to mention that the parks and recreation department is still taking applications for a session of swimming lessons later this summer. Registration is open until July 3 and the session will run from July 10 to July 20. Wanting to give everyone a chance to enjoy the pool, no matter what physical condition they may be in, Hardy said all of the lifeguards working at the pool this summer have been trained in the proper usage of a pool lift that has been in operation for some time. Guests with very limited mobility will be able to stay in the lift chair and enjoy the water, while those who may simply need a bit of assistance in getting in the water will be able to ride the chair while the lifeguards help them get on and off the lift. Donald Campbell / The Outlook For those needing a way to deal with The Alexander City pool in the old Russell the rising temperatures, the Alexander complex was the site of all sorts of acrobatic City Parks and Recreation Department feats Friday, as children executed many difhas two pools open for public use. The ferent kinds of jumps to enter the water. Kristi pool near Harbor Learning Academy in Hardy, who helps oversee the pool for the the old Russell complex is open from parks and recreation department, said atten1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, dance is up so far and the vibe of the city pool while the location at the Cooper Recreation Center is open from 1 to 5 has been great since their first day on May 29. By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

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SENIORX: Deborah Jones, SeniorRx coordinator will be available from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Chamber of

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Commerce to see if seniors are eligible for assistance with diabetic supplies, liquid supplements or medications. DAY OF ACTION: The Lake Martin Area United Way Day of Action is from 8 a.m. to noon. The projects this year are at Benjamin Russell High School, Dadeville Elementary School and on Main Street. Interested volunteers can download a registration form from the Lake

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The Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership and the Tallapoosa County Commission are holding Throw Away Days July 16-17. Dumpsters will be located at the Alex City Annex at 395 Lee Street, Double Bridges on Highway 63, the Old Daviston School on Highway 22, Youngs FFeery Road at Mullican and Gibson roads and the Union Community Center at 4191 Highway 50. Dumpsters will be available at no charge to residents.

June 22-24

CHURCH REVIVAL: Pentecostals of Dadeville are hosting a revival June 22 and 23 at 7 p.m. and June 24 at 10 a.m. with guests Evangelist Wayne Coleman and family. The church is located at 2392 Eagle Creek Road in Jacksons Gap. Andrew Salinas is pastor of Pentecostals of Dadeville.

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SAVE OUR YOUTH TOUR: The 2018 Save Our Youth Tour featuring special guest Amari Asad will be from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Cooper Recreational Center located at 625 MLK Jr. Blvd. in Alexander City. The theme is “teach, educate and motivate.” Admission is $20 and advance tickets are available. Vendor spaces are also available for $25. All ages are welcome to attend. For more information, call 256-496-4099. BENEFIT PROGRAM: New Canaan Missionary Baptist Church in Camp Hill is hosting a benefit program for Vikki and Porshia Doss at 5 p.m. It is hosted by the Star Wonders and pastor of New Canaan is Rev. Justin Freeman. YOUTH EXPLOSION: The Word Bible Church is hosting a Youth Explosion at 1 p.m. Everyone is invited. FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have Family Game Night Bingo from 5 to 8 p.m. Begin with hot dogs, pizza, chips and soft drinks. MUSIC: The Amphitheater at the Weogufka Center is hosting the Kandu Band from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $5 and there will be concessions. The Kandu Band played at the Diplomat Lounge in 1987 and then with Nashville Country. It then went its separate ways and now has come back for a reunion. SUMMER BAZAAR: Volunteer Connections is hosting a summer bazaar to support two nonprofits: Lake Martin Laubach Literacy Council and Volunteer Connections — rain or shine. LMLLC will be selling softly used hardback and paperback books and VCCA will be selling plants, baked goods including pound cakes and sourdough bread, brownies and cookies and flea market items. Individual vendors will also have items such as jams and jellies and other handmade items. There are still tables available. Contact Carley at carleyatvcca@gmail.com. HAM RADIO FIELD DAY: The Lake Martin Amateur Radio Club is taking part in the 2018 ARRL Field Day event Saturday, June 23 at the pavilion at the TC Russell Field in Alexander City. Club members will start setting up antennas, radios and generators after 9 a.m. and the event starts at 1 p.m.

Sunday, June 24

FAMILY, FRIENDS and SINNERS PROGRAM: Corinth Baptist Church in Kellyton is hosting a Family, Friends and Sinners Night Program at 6 p.m. The guest minister will be Rev. Len Wilson, pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Goodwater. Rev. Jimmy Brooks Jr. is pastor of Corinth Baptist Church. FAMILY REUNION: The 101st Mann Family Reunion will be at 11 a.m. at Rocky Mount Primitive Baptist Church. All descendants of John

Branch will gather for a covered dish lunch and fellowship. For more information call Judy Burgess at 256-216-6108. CHURCH HOMECOMING: 11th Hour will be in concert at the homecoming service for Oak Chapel Baptist Church in Goodwater at 10 a.m.

June 25-29

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Faith Temple is hosting Vacation Bible School “Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity” June 25-29 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for ages K4 through 6th grade.

Tuesday, June 26

USHER MEETING: The Early District Usher’s meeting will be at 5 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center. HEALTH FAIR: Bibb Graves High School in Millerville is hosting a health fair from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be health screenings, health education, door prizes, games, music and more. Meaghan Thomas of ABC 33/40 will be a special guest. For more information contact Tabitha Royal BSW at 256-453-7139 or email at tablee4@aol.com.

12-14 for ages 3 through teens. July 12 and 13 will be from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and July 14 will be from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tony Harris is pastor of Family Worship Center.

Saturday, July 14

PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Comer Methodist Men’s Club pancake breakfast is July 14 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. It is $6 a plate, eat-in or carry out. MARKET ON THE HILL: Artisans will display and sell their handmade items at Market on the Hill next to the Good News Baptist Church on Highway 280 in Jacksons Gap. There will also be face painting, prizes and awards. All pre-registered vendors are eligible to receive a $100 Hobby Lobby gift card. For more information call 256-8279857 or email at frslatter@gmail.com

Sunday, July 15

CHURCH HOMECOMING: Mt. Carmel Baptist Church is hosting homecoming services July 15 at 11 a.m. with a covered dish to follow. The church is located at 3610 Dudleyville Road in Dadeville. Rev. John Marks will deliver the message.

June 28-30

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Hackneyville God’s House Church is hosting Vacation Bible School for all ages June 28-30. Thursday and Friday’s programs will be held nightly from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday’s program will be from 3 to 6 p.m. with a commencement to follow. The church is located at 9234 Highway 63 North in Alexander City or downtown Hackneyville.

Saturday, June 30

GREAT OUTDOORS DAY: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a Great Outdoors Day. There will be Dutch oven demonstrations, boat rides, birds of prey programs along with archery and kayak training. There will also be a bounce house for children. A hiking tour and tips on camping will be demonstrated with a tour of an RV and boat. Park entry fees are charged at $5 for adults and $2 for children and seniors.

Sunday, July 1

CHURCH MEMORIAL: The Almighty God Baptist Church is hosting a church memorial service at 2:30 p.m. The guest minister will be Rev. Roosevelt Gregory of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Lorenzo Caldwell is the pastor of Almighty God Baptist Church. FIRST SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP: Duncan United Methodist Church is hosting First Sunday Fellowship starting July 1. There will be a meal filled with friendship, fellowship and lots of fun starting at 5 p.m. at the clubhouse adjoining the church. Rev. Wayne Hicks is the pastor.

July 9-13

EARLY ROSE DISTRICT CONGRESS: The 59th Annual Session of the Early Rose District Congress of Christian Education is July 9-13 at 9 a.m. daily at Miracle Missionary Baptist Church.

July 12-14

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Family Worship Center is hosting Game On, Vacation Bible School July

July 15-17

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Duncan United Methodist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School July 15-17 at 5 p.m. daily. The theme is “God First” and a closing ceremony will be Sunday, July 22 at 5 p.m. with a program presented by the children of activities, games and music they enjoyed. Rev. Wayne Hicks is pastor.

July 16-17

THROW AWAY DAYS: The Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership and the Tallapoosa County Commission are holding Throw Away Days July 16-17. Dumpsters will be located at the Alex City Annex at 395 Lee Street, Double Bridges on Highway 63, the Old Daviston School on Highway 22, Youngs Ferry Road at Mullican and Gibson roads and the Union Community Center at 4191 Highway 50. Dumpsters will be available at no charge to residents.

Sunday, July 22

VBS CLOSING CEREMONY: Duncan United Methodist Church is hosting a VBS closing ceremony at 5 p.m. with a program presented by the children of activities, games and music they enjoyed during the recent VBS program. Rev. Wayne Hicks is pastor.

August 3-4

CONFERENCE: The Mt. Vernon Theatre in Tallassee is hosting the LIFT Ministries Women’s Conference “Restoration” August 3-4. Tajuan McCarty will be the special guest speaker and there will be worship, fellowship and communing together in the name of Jesus. Tickets are currently available at liftministriesal.com/shop for $50 each and include seats for the two-day event, a T-shirt, notebook, movie, night of worship, light breakfast, refreshments and a catered lunch. Friday, doors open at 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact LiftMinistriesal@gmail.com

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Ivey, mayors issue proclamation recognizing ‘Men’s Health Month’ STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Gov. Kay Ivey recently signed a state proclamation celebrating June as Men’s Health Month, helping educate men, boys and their families about disease prevention, timely health screenings, healthy lifestyles and positive family relationships. Joining Ivey in making such a proclamation included the mayors of several cities across the state, including Tommy Battle of Huntsville, Walt Maddox of Tuscaloosa and Todd Strange of Montgomery, among many others. Raising awareness of the need for men and boys to live healthy lifestyles is critical to their wellbeing. The life

expectancy for men is five years less than women, and men also have higher rates of death from cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Moreover, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report women are 100 percent more likely to visit their doctor for annual exams and preventative services than men. “As a father and a grandfather, living a healthy life is important to me,” Battle said in a prepared statement. “I want to run around with my grandson or golf with my son. We all live hectic lives, but we need to take time to adopt healthy habits so that we can enjoy our golden years. Whether it’s walking the dogs, biking instead of driving, or playing a pick-up game of basketball, find time to stay

active and visit your doctor for a checkup. Investing in healthy habits today leads to a greater return in life.” “We applaud officials in their states for helping raise awareness of the health issues facing men and their families by recognizing this year’s men’s health awareness period,” Men’s Health Network Vice President Ana Fadich said in a press release. “Communities around the globe continue to promote the health and well-being of men and boys throughout the month of June. We hope this year’s awareness period will help men and their families be more mindful of their health, starting with a doctor’s appointment.” 2018 also marks the 24th anniversary of the establishment of National Men’s

Health Week, as part of the larger awareness of Men’s Health Month. The legislation was sponsored by Senator Bob Dole and Congressman Bill Richardson and was signed into law by President Bill Clinton on May 31, 1994. Men’s Health Month and Men’s Health Week are organized by the Men’s Health Network, an international non-profit organization whose mission is to reach men, boys and their families where they live, work, play and pray with health prevention messages and tools, screening programs, educational materials, advocacy opportunities and patient navigation. For ideas on how to have a healthier lifestyle and celebrate Men’s Health Month, visit www.menshealthmonth.org.

Abuse Young said. “You consider the facts as they are laid out and you make the decision. When you issue a protective order, you hope those involved will take that action as a warning and realize it’s time to back off and calm down to avoid bigger problems. Unfortunately, you never know when it may be the last straw and sets someone off.” On Tuesday morning, Harold Miller rammed his wife’s car in which his mother-in-law, Barbara Buttles, was also a passenger with his vehicle in the parking lot of the Tallassee Walmart. He then got out of his vehicle and shot at least nine times through the windshield

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of the car containing the two women, killing both. Harold Miller then shot and killed himself next to the vehicle containing his dead wife and mother-inlaw. Tallassee Police Chief Matthew Higgins said in a news release his department got the first call of the Tuesday shooting at Walmart at 10:15 a.m. The protection order against Harold Miller was electronically filed in the Circuit Court of Tallapoosa County at 10:06 a.m. Tuesday but the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department had not yet received a copy of the order to serve to Harold Miller before the shooting.

Tresea Miller filled out paperwork requesting the order on Monday. She was also in the process of filing for divorce. The order enjoined Harold Miller from coming within 1,000 feet of Tresea Miller’s residence in Notasulga and from contacting, stalking or harassing her. In her petition for the order, Tresea Miller said she suffered abuse from her husband at their residence in the eastern portion of Tallassee in Tallapoosa County, where they had a home on Coon Creek Landing Road. Tresea Miller wrote “May 27, 2018. Jumped on top of me because I had his phone. Bent my

fingers. He bruised my legs and arms. Verbal abuse for 43 years. Threatened to kill my imaginary boyfriends. He threatened to kill my son with a hammer. He loses his temper quickly, calls me and our son filthy names. We never know what will set him off.” Tresea Miller also said in her petition her estranged husband insinuated he would set fire to their home and would “not move out of the family home so I can clean it.” Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said Wednesday his office was familiar with the Millers. “We’ve had several calls with complaints

regarding (the Millers) that were domestic in nature,” Abbett said. “I don’t know exactly how many, but several. That’s about all I can say since the investigation is ongoing.” After checking records, Abbett said they had been called to the Millers’ home

three times dating back to 2017. Buttles is also mentioned in Tresea Miller’s petition for the protection order as someone who needed protection from Harold Phillip Miller, as is the Millers’ 23-year-old son, Justin.

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JOE MCADORY Columnist

Reliving Auburn’s top sports moments of the season

hat were the most significant moment in Auburn athletics over the 2017-18 academic year? There were individual and team achievements, plays for the highlight reel, times folks wanted to storm the playing field (and did), and multiple post-game visits to Toomer’s Corner. Here are my top choices: · That time the scoreboard at JordanHare Stadium read: Auburn 40, Georgia 10. Sure, Georgia scored a meaningless touchdown late, the Tigers outscored the SEC champion Bulldogs 40-7 for a 45-minute stretch. For about two hours, Georgia could do no right and Auburn could do no wrong. The script flipped three weeks later in Atlanta, though. · When the snap from center floundered along the turf — and past Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts — on two consecutive plays late in the Iron Bowl. The mistakes were a microcosm of Alabama’s visit to Jordan-Hare Stadium last season. The Crimson Tide was flawed, while the Tigers continued to ride a hot streak deep into November. 26-14. It happened. No flukes. No freaky Cam-backs. No 109-yard returns for touchdowns on the last play. Just one team outperforming the other. · When I asked a cohort at another university about Allen Greene, who was named Athletics Director in January, he quickly responded, “You got a good one.” Greene brings and excellent track record to the Plains, as well as unbridled enthusiasm. For what it’s worth, change is good, too. · Bryce Brown for three! Jared Harper for three! Mustapha Heron for three! Few believed that Auburn’s men’s basketball team had any shot whatsoever at winning the SEC championship and earning a bid into the NCAA Tournament. Well … guess what? At mid-season, some wondered if this team was better than Cliff Ellis’ 1999-2000 squad that featured Chris Porter and Mamadou N’diaye. Easy, partner. · It doesn’t generate the interest revenue sports basketball or football does, but Auburn’s most successful sport of late is equestrian. Not only did this spring’s team win the national championship for the second time in three years, but this also gives the university its fifth overall national championship. Swimming and diving was once Auburn’s greatest national championship threat. Apparently, water and Speedos have been replaced by horses and saddles. · Jack Nicklaus might have the most memorable Masters putt of all time, sinking a birdie at No. 17 on the way to a dramatic victory in 1986. However, freshman Wells Padgett sunk a 20-foot putt for the highlight reel on April 29, giving Auburn a dramatic victory over Alabama in the SEC title match at Sea Island, Ga. Sometimes football games come down to a field goal. This time, a golf match came down to a putt. · These events didn’t happen on the basketball courts. Instead, they were announced via social media. Though Bryce Brown and Jared Harper tested NBA Draft waters, they announced their intent to return next season. Also, news of Danjel Purifoy and Austin Wiley re-joining the team for next season already has the hype machine rolling. · Pitcher Casey Mize, whose 151 strikeouts were second-best in the nation, was taken first overall by the Detroit Tigers in the recent Major League Baseball Draft. He is the first Auburn Tiger to be selected first overall. · What a baseball series at Florida! OK, so Auburn lost in the third and deciding game of the Gainesville Super Regional, but the Tigers’ dramatic, 3-2, walk-off win last Sunday against the topranked and defending national champions forced the deciding game. Auburn’s baseball team came just one win shy of earning its first trip to the College World Series in 21 years. That’s it for 2017-18. Soccer, volleyball and football seasons are just two months away! Joe McAdory is communications editor at Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business.

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Thursday, June 21, 2018

Hunting, fishing for a new degree? Auburn to offer degree in wildlife enterprise management and wildlife sciences dean Janaki Alavalapati said. According to the Outdoor Industry Students who enjoy the outdoors Association’s 2017 report, The will want to explore Auburn Outdoor Recreation Economy, University’s new degree program consumer spending on outdoor that provides the education and skills recreation contributes $887 billion needed for a variety of careers in to the U.S. economy, employs 7.6 hunting and fishing industries. million Americans and generates “The degree will help develop $125 billion in tax revenues. Auburn students as future leaders in “We hope to attract students outdoor enterprises nationally and from across the country as we bring internationally,” Auburn President the outdoors inside the classroom,” Steven Leath said. said Stephen Ditchkoff, the William Auburn’s Board of Trustees R. and Fay Ireland Distinguished approved the new wildlife enterprise Professor of Wildlife Ecology and management degree at its June 8 Management in Auburn’s School meeting. Official enrollment will of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences. begin in fall 2019 pending approval “In five years, we anticipate 25-30 by the Alabama Commission on students in each incoming class for Higher Education this December. a total of around 120 students in the Students will take classes across program.” the Auburn campus, primarily in Auburn is one of two universities the School of Forestry and Wildlife in the country to create this type of Sciences, College of Human program, with Kansas State being Sciences and the Harbert College the other. of Business. Courses will include “We developed our program wildlife management, hotel and based on our interviews with restaurant management, accounting experts in the hunting and fishing and marketing, to name a few. lodge management industry,” said In addition to earning the new Mark Smith, the W. Kelly Mosley bachelor’s degree, students will earn Environmental Associate Professor a minor in business. of Wildlife Management at Auburn “Graduates will hit the ground and specialist with the Alabama running with lodges, hunting Cooperative Extension System. preserves, fishing resorts, outdoor “They gave us a list of skills that the experience companies and many ideal graduate needs.” other types of consumptive-use Ditchkoff and Smith consulted businesses,” school of forestry with sporting organizations such

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as John Burrell’s High Adventure Company, a global leader in outdoor recreation facilities. High Adventure has locations around the globe, from the United States to Argentina to Africa. “One exciting aspect is that students can apply for internships,” Ditchkoff said. “High Adventure has numerous internships ready for our students. We expect to have 75-100 internships each year for our students at High Adventure and other companies. Students on internships will gain valuable, on-the-job training. It is not for class credit but is for experience. Students will not pay tuition during those semesters.” Burrell, president of High Adventure, added, “We can’t get qualified employees fast enough, and that limits the business opportunities we can consider. We are extremely excited about this new major that will shape these young professionals.” Graduates of the Auburn program will be in an excellent position to join outdoor companies, from an individual landowner’s operation to larger corporations. “It could be in a range of places like single-owner hunting or fishing operations in the southeastern United States, a corporate retreat facility focused on outdoor experiences or even an African safari outfitter,” Smith said.

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Expect seniors, pictured from left, Andy Baker, Trent Cochran-Gill and Kalvin Levett to have big impacts for area team Tallassee in the upcoming football season.

Players on area team of Tallassee to keep an eye on this season summer until he finds an answer. Until then, look to Napoleon Reed, Matt Justiss and Tavarious “Truck” Griffin to pick up the slack. After averaging close to 30 points per contest last season, it will be up to the trio of wideouts to put up big numbers heading into the fall. “We are going to do it by committee,” Battles said. “We’ve got four or five guys that have been playing with us now for several years. All those guys are going to have to step in and pick up the slack.”

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Retool and reload. That is what the Tallassee Tigers football team must do as it prepares for the upcoming season. The 2018 Tigers will only have a few breakout stars. Instead, coach Mike Battles will rely on his core group of seniors to carry the team. “They’ve all worked hard and they are two- and three-year starters and we expect a lot out of them,” Battles said. Here are the Tigers to keep an eye on heading into the new season:

Defense

Quarterback Kalvin Levett

All eyes are on Levett. You may have seen him catch a few touchdowns last season but don’t expect the same from the senior this season. “We’re not ready to name anybody a starter yet,” Battles said. “But he is definitely one that if he can get it done and the rest of the folks have to jump in there, he would definitely new the leading candidate right now.” After garnering all-state honors as a wide receiver, Levett hopes to do the same at a new position this season. Levett has been handed the keys to the offense. It’s up to him to unlock the talent around him. “For us to have success, Kalvin Levett is going to have to have a great year at quarterback,” Battles said. “He’s really going to have to take on that role and go in there and do a great job. Which he has the ability to do, it’s just going to be a little bit new for him

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Levett prepares for a play during the Tigers’ summer workout last week. The senior has been handed the keys to the offense of the Tallasee Tigers for the upcoming football season.

and he’s get over the learning curve this summer.”

Wide receivers

You may be wondering who’s going to take Levett’s spot as a wide receiver. Battles is contemplating that same thought. It might take the entire

On defense, Battles isn’t looking for a single star to step up. “Really our four linebackers are going to be the key to our defense,” Battles said. After limiting opponents to three scores per game last season, it will be up to the middle of the defense to hold the highlights in 2018. “Andy Baker and Tavarious Griffin, those are our two outside linebackers and Trent Cochran-Gill and Cody Kelly,” Battles said. “For us to be successful, those four guys are going to have to have great years.” He’s placing his trust in the trio of linebackers that will anchor the opposite side of the ball. Look for senior outside linebacker Baker and junior Griffin to lead the linebackers. The return of first-team all-state athlete Cochran-Gill will also be a big boost heading into the regular season.

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