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THURSDAY, JUNE 30, 2016

Murder case headed to grand jury Witnesses say McDaniel confessed, claimed self defense but said ‘I did Tallapoosa County a favor’

By MITCH SNEED Editor

Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Office investigators say that accused killer Matthew Clate McDaniel admitted that he had shot and killed Norman Crayton in the early morning hours of Jan. 17, but

said it was self-defense. Testimony at a preliminary hearing for the 33-year-old McDaniel shed light on the shooting death that has been one of the most talked about cases the area has seen in recent years. At the end of the day, Judge Kim Taylor saw enough evidence

to have the case bound over to the grand jury, but it was the statements attributed to McDaniel that created the most buzz. In a written statement that was signed by McDaniel and in testimony about what were called See MURDER • Page 3

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Attorney Davis Whittelsey, left, talks his client Clate McDaniel as he prepares to leave after Tuesday’s preliminary hearing in Dadeville.

Two local pharmacies burglarized

Convicted child abuser gets maximum sentence

Crooks swipe 2,300 Cialis tablets

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

James Edward McInvale Jr. was sentenced to 30 years in prison Monday morning for aggravated child abuse and domestic violence. McInvale was sentenced by Judge Steve Perryman who oversaw his trial. “I have no doubt you were proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt at trial,” Judge Perryman told McInvale from McInvale the bench. “You show no remorse at trial and you have shown no remorse today. As you stand here today, you are still blaming others, including the grandfather of the child.” The guilty verdict on both counts was returned in just eight minutes earlier this month. McInvale, 24, of Davis Circle in Jacksons Gap was found guilty of second-degree domestic violence assault and aggravated child abuse, with the jury finding that he was responsible for devastating injury to his son See MCINVALE • Page 11

Fewer patrols on water despite increase in boats By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Safety has always been in the hands of boaters when they take to the waters. Today it is even more so with the lack of state funding for the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Marine Patrol Division. The lack of funding has left Lake Martin with no officers patrolling its waters at times. This is despite the fact that Wind Creek State Park See PATROLS • Page 5

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LAKE FEST 2016 Chamber and New Water Farms hosts event

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New Water Farms hosted the annual Lake Fest for the first time Saturday. Visitors were treated to vendors offering pottery, handmade knives, paintings, glass-blowing demonstrations, garden tours and food at the event.

Two Dadeville pharmacies were burglarized early Saturday morning and the Dadeville Police Department is seeking help from the public to solve the crimes. “Around 3:30 a.m. Saturday, officers from the Dadeville Police Department responded to a burglary alarm at Lake Martin Pharmacy,” Dadeville Police Chief David Barbour said. “When officers arrived, they found the front glass wind had been broken out.” That same day Dadeville Police made another discovery. “It was also discovered that a burglary had occurred at Lakeshore Pharmacy on East South Street by the same suspects.” Barbour said that pills and other undisclosed items were taken. News reports indicated that the burglars targeted Cialis tablets in the thefts. Lake Martin Pharmacy, which is adjacent to Lake Martin Community Hospital, provided law enforcement with images from video of at least three See BURGLARY • Page 11

Fuller offers advice on a safe holiday weekend

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It happens every year. Boaters start their trek to the Kowaliga Basin to see the annual Fourth of July fireworks and most are prepared. Some will always wait to the last minute to arrive. “There are going to be a dozen or so boats that are going to arrive last,” Lt. Mark Fuller said. “They are going to go through an area Cliff Williams / The Record where there are a couple thousand Boaters engage in some summer fun near Chimney Rock on Lake Martin. Marine boats causing a hazardous wake, See SAFETY • Page 5 Patrol Lt. Mark Fuller says the lake will be crowded this weekend.

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Obituaries

Library Notes

huge Thank You goes to all of the Friends of the Library members that helped with Wine & Words at Chuck’s Marina. The whole event was a huge success. Congratulations to Crystal Turner and Jen Eckis for winning the handcrafted book lamps. Thank you go Tom Nicholson and Myrna Leahman for creating the lamps for the FOL. Summer Reading kicked off this week with Karen Rosen. Karen is an Olympic Journalist and travels to the Olympics to report on the athletes. Karen brought various different Olympic items including an Olympic Torch, Gold Medal, Ceremonial Hat, and tickets from different Games. Thank you Karen Rosen for telling us your amazing stories! Come on Tuesday at 2 p.m. for the next program, GAMES! The kids will get to compete in various Olympic Games. Remember, all library programs are free of charge and help teach children libraries are a great place to go.

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Join Ms. Marilyn at Story Time on Tuesdays at 10am. Come enjoy reading, laughing, and coloring with your children. Library Notes are provided by Dadeville Public Library Director Abbi Mangarelli.

Margaret “ Molly” Williamson Griffin age 75 of Valley. She worked for Ampex / Quantegy in Opelika Al. and retired after 33 years. Ms. Griffin was born on July 25, 1940 in Dadeville, AL and passed away on June 25, 2016 at her daughter’s home with her family in Valley, AL. Ms. Griffin was preceded in death

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ous friends along the way. Visitation will be held f‪ rom 2:00 p ‬ .m.‪ until 3:00 p ‬ .m‪ Wednesday June 29, 2016‬ at Alabama Funeral Homes in Dadeville, AL. A graveside service will follow the visitation at Midway United Methodist Church Cemetery in LaFayette, AL. Alabama Funeral Homes and Cremation Centers are handling the arrangements. www.alabamafuneralhomes.com

Police Reports Dadeville Police Department June 29

• A report was filed for Domestic Violence that occurred on S. Broadnax Street.

June 28

• A report was filed for Harassing Communications that occurred on E. Lafayette Street.

June 27

• A Camp Hill man, age 22, was arrested on Highway 280 on the charge of Failure to Appear. • A Dadeville man, age 69, was arrested on N. Loop Road on the charge of Domestic Violence.

June 26

Karen Rosen brought this Olympic gold medal to the reading program at the Dadeville Public Library.

by her parents, 8 siblings and one grandchild. Ms. Griffin is survived by her two daughters, Margaret Darlene (Jimmy) Hawkins and Melanie Darcel Griffin; one son Bobby Darrell Griffin; four grandsons Bryan Sean (Amy) Hawkins, Nicholaus Arden Hawkins, Chase Anthony Griffin and Tad Alden Griffin; two granddaughters Bonnie Senora Hawkins and Mallory Nichole Griffin.; four great-grandchildren ; several nieces and nephews and numer-

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• A report was filed for Domestic Violence that occurred on E. Lafayette Street. • A report was filed for Burglary 3rd and Possession of Burglars Tools in reference to an incident that occurred on East South Street. • A report was filed for Theft of Property from a location on Highway 280.

June 25

• A Valley man, age 25, was arrested at the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department on two charges of Failure to Appear. • A Dadeville woman, age 26, and a Tallassee man, age 28, were arrested on Highway 280 on the charge of Disorderly Conduct. • A report was filed for Burglary and Theft of

incident that occurred on Mariarden Road. • A report was filed for Narcotics Found in the area of East South Street.

June 24

• A report was filed for Domestic Violence that occurred on Herren Street.

June 22

• A report was filed for Possession of Forged Instrument in an incident that occurred on E. Lafayette Street. • A Lanett man, age 44, was arrested on the charge of Public Intoxication that occurred at the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department.

Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department June 28

• A resident of Cobb Road in Notasulga filed a report for fraudulent use of a credit/debit card. • A report was filed for criminal littering on Pineywoods Road in Alexander City.

June 27

• A resident of New Hope Circle in Dadeville filed a report for domestic violence. • A resident of Horseshoe Bend Road in Dadeville filed a report for fraudulent use of a credit card.

June 26

• Robert Baker of Chewacla Drive in Auburn was arrested for driving under the influence. • Donnie Strickland of Chewacla Road in Opelika

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was arrested for a failure to appear child support warrant. • A resident of Highway 49 South in Dadeville filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of New Hope Circle in Dadeville filed a report for a private property accident.

June 25

• A resident of Price Road in Jackson’s Gap filed a report for harassment. • A resident of Oak Ridge Court in Prattville filed a report for harassment.

June 24

• Marcus Bolding of Foster Street in Tuskegee was arrested on two grand jury indictments for theft of property and possession of a forged instrument. • Sutton Johnson of Highway 280 in Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for a probation violation. • A resident of County Road 299 in Lanett filed a report for harassment.

June 23

• A resident of Bayside Drive in Dadeville filed a report for identity theft. • A resident of Elkins Road in Tallassee filed a report for theft of property.

June 21

• Austin Smith of Scott Road in Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for domestic violence harassing communications. • Jason Foster of 35th Avenue was for driving under the influence. • Desmond Robinson of Stone Cold Trail in Goodwater was arrested for two failure to appear child support warrants. • A resident of Lovelady Road in Tallassee filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of Lovelady Road in Tallassee filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of Lovelady Road in Tallassee filed a report for criminal mischief.

June 20

• Teresa Black of Central Avenue in Alexander City was arrested for two failure to pay child support warrants. • A resident of Highway 63 North in Goodwater filed a report for harassment. • A resident of Goodwater Road in Goodwater filed a report for criminal mischief.

Alexander City Police Department June 22

• Christopher Lee Kenney, 44, of Alexander City was arrested for reckless endangerment and harassment. • Kimberly Rebbeca Hill, 21, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana. • D’stephen Oneal McFarland, 19, of Childersburg was arrested for discharging a firearm into an unoccupied dwelling. • Jamal Rashad Sturgeon, 37, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Criminal mischief was reported on Ripley Drive. • Criminal mischief was reported in the 2700 block of Dadeville Road. • Theft was reported in the 1500 block of Mill Square. • Domestic violence was reported in the 1500 block of Hillabee Street. • Theft was reported on Hillabee Street. • Domestic violence was reported on East Church Street.

June 21

• William Laundrell Golden, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Qualanda Jermaine Owens, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for assault. • Harassment was reported on Cedar Creek Lane. • Criminal mischief was reported on Highway 280. • Criminal mischief was reported on Highway 280.

June 20

• Desmond Jamal Robinson, 24, of Goodwater was arrested for two counts of burglary, robbery and domestic violence. • William Carl Watkins, 34, of Alexander City was arrested for theft and carrying brass knuckles. • Domestic violence was reported on Warren Street. • Domestic violence was reported in Sunny Acres Family Resort. • Theft was reported on Madison Street. • Domestic violence was reported in the 1700 block of Cornerstone Place. • Criminal Trespass was reported on Highway 280. • Unlawful breaking and entering and criminal mischief were reported on Squirrel Island Road.

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“spontaneous statements” after he was stopped when he was identified as a person of interest in Crayton’s shooting death, McDaniel never denied shooting Crayton. Assistant District Attorney Michael Weldon read a statement that Lt. Bill Hough said he took from McDaniel after he was read his rights just hours after Crayton’s partially clothed body was found on hunting acreage on Baron’s Bridge Road near Dadeville. The statement details a day where Crayton and McDaniel had worked most of the day, then went to dinner at Niffers and then to Col Tom’s Tavern for a few drinks. The statement indicated that McDaniel had seven beers and had gone outside to his truck at about 2 a.m., not because he was drunk, but because he was tired from working all day. In the statement, McDaniel indicated that Crayton had come outside to the truck at some point and had gotten an unloaded .45 caliber handgun, loaded it and went back to the club. After Crayton was again sent from the club, McDaniel told Hough that they argued about the gun and left the area together along with a female. But it was later when the gun again became an issue and McDaniel took the gun, but Crayton became enraged, according to the statement attributed to McDaniel. “I had the gun and I was walking up the hill away from him,” Weldon read from the statement. “That’s when he bullrushed me. … I shot and

he kept coming. …I think I shot three times.” The remarks that Sgt. Fred White and Sgt. Ray Arrington testified McDaniel made after they stopped him just inside the Highway 49 gate at Stillwaters were not as measured as those in the statement he signed. Arrington said that when he and White stopped McDaniel, he was asked to show his hands and exit the vehicle. Arrington said he noticed blood on McDaniel’s jeans and one of his boots. White said that he also saw that McDaniel had a dog in the vehicle and that he saw a live round on the floor of the truck. “He got out and said ‘I’m alright, I’m alright,’” Arrington said. “He said ‘I done it. I had to defend myself.’ That’s when I saw the blood on his pants and boot. He said ‘we all know Norman is crazy and ‘Norman rushed me or attacked me’ or something like that. He said he did ‘Tallapoosa County a favor’ and has far as he was concerned, ‘justice was served.’” White, who had not been in the courtroom during Arrington’s testimony, gave much the same recollection of McDaniel’s words. “He got out and just started talking,” White testified. “He said ‘I’m alright, I’m alright and I didn’t have no choice. I had to kill Norman, man he attacked me. Man you know Norman’s crazy.’” White then recalled much the same line from McDaniel that Arrington had told the court. “He was like, ‘Man I feel like I did Tallapoosa County a favor,” White

testified that he heard McDaniel say. “I didn’t even ask him any questions. I told him that someone was coming to question him but he just kept talking.” White said upon hearing McDaniel mention the name Norman he handcuffed him. White indicated that McDaniel was standing on the side of the road, moving back and forth, but didn’t “act outrageous.” During both recounts of his words, McDaniel, who was clean-shaven with a short haircut and wearing a black business suit, white shirt and navy tie, sat looking straight ahead. He rarely appeared to look toward the witnesses or show any emotion. His attorney Davis Whittelsey asked each witness if they heard McDaniel say that he acted in self-defense. Each witness who had conversations with him, said McDaniel did say “he had no choice,” “I had to defend myself,” and “he wouldn’t stop coming.” Whittelsey also asked the officers if they were aware of Crayton ever acting belligerent when intoxicated or on drugs and if they were aware of any violent history in the victim’s past. Other things that came out in Tuesday’s testimony included: • Hough testified that Crayton’s body was found face down by hunters who called 911. • Hough testified that there was a pool of blood found near a greenfield that had been planted on the property that was leased by hunters. Nearby six spent shell casings

and one unspent round were found. • A hand-held metal detector discovered a bullet in the ground in the area where the pool of blood was found. • What were characterized as signs of “drag marks” were found, according to Hough and the body was about 180 feet from where the pool of blood was found. • Investigators found that the victim had suffered multiple gunshot wounds. • A part of a shirt that appeared to have been burned was also found. Hough testified discoloration of Crayton’s skin was consistent with possible burning. • Crayton was found with his pants rolled down to his ankles and Hough speculated that the findings were consistent with someone who had been dragged for a distance by and the loosely fitting pasts rolled as they slid over the ground. • Testimony indicated that a “workbook” and other “pieces of paper” were found on the scene and on one of those sheets contained information that linked it to McDaniel’s business. Other witnesses called the item a “receipt book.” • It wasn’t until after daylight when White arrived at the scene that the victim was rolled over and identified by facial recognition as Crayton. White said he had known Crayton for about 18 years. White said he knew him personally and from arresting him through his role as an officer. • Witnesses said that McDaniel was identified as a person of interest

after finding the items at the scene and that officers knew that Crayton and McDaniel had been seen together, working and socially, in the recent past. • Crayton had a blood alcohol level on .21, almost two and a half times the legal limit. • Whittelsey questioned Hough about the presence of cocaine in Crayton’s system. Hough said he was unsure of that part of the toxicology report. • McDaniel’s statement also included information that McDaniel had gone back to the marina at Stillwaters and had stashed the gun on a houseboat that was a few slips down from his boat. Testimony later indicated that a weapon was found in the exact place where McDaniel said it was

located. Investigators said that ballistic reports on the weapon have not been received from the state’s crime lab. • Hough testified that his interview with McDaniel was not recorded for audio or video. It is not known if the “spontaneous statements” by McDaniel were caught on video. Arrington did testify in uniform and a body camera was visible on his chest, but it wasn’t asked if the camera was running when McDaniel was stopped. No schedule was announced for the case to be presented to the grand jury for possible indictment and McDaniel was allowed to remain free on bond that was posted shortly after his arrest.

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Editorial What happened to civil discourse?

Let’s make this a W safe holiday on roads and water

uring the Independence Day holiday, travel is part of the game. Whether it is going on a trip or hitting the water for fun with family and friends to celebrate, arriving to your destination safely is important. That’s why state, county and local law enforcement officials say that they will be stepping up their presence, including several checkpoints to focus on seatbelt and DUI enforcement. Celebration is fine, but if that involves alcohol, please plan ahead It doesn’t take much alcohol to find yourself in a world of trouble. For an adult, a blood alcohol content of .08 or above is over the limit. Depending on the timeframe in which the alcohol is consumed and the weight of the individual, this amounts to about 2 ½ beers. For individuals under the age of 21, .02 is over the limit, not to mention underage possession laws. So this holiday, allow some extra time to get where you are going and don’t be in a rush. If you are going to drink, drink responsibly and have a designated driver. What is true on the roads, is even more important for those on the lake. Traffic on Lake Martin will be at its highest point of the year, so being attentive and operating a safely equipped watercraft, with a clear head, is a must. Make sure that everyone has a life jacket, that the boat has a fire extinguisher aboard and that all the lights are in working order. Slow down and keep a safe speed where you will have time to react if it becomes necessary. For those venturing to the fireworks show on July 4 by boat, Marine Police remind boaters to use proper lights and stay late to avoid the dangers of being rushed. So have fun, but let’s make it a safe holiday in the roads and water.

hen did having a difference of opinion transition from being just that to hatred and stupidity? Whether discussing race, politics or college football, there are some issues many Americans simply can’t discuss in a civil manner. Discussions on race can become violent. Just say something negative about Dale Earnhardt and race fans will lose their mind. Lambasting individuals with opposing views is un-American. It baffles my mind and needs to change. Listening to and tolerating different points of view should be one of the great perks of living in the greatest country on earth. As long as they are expressed respectfully, personal attacks have no place in civil discourse. People are serious about college football in our state – quite frankly, too serious. Sure, I want Auburn to win every game, but when they lose, I know the sun is still going to rise the next day. A win or a loss will not impact my life in any manner. If we were as passionate about things that really matter – things that impact our lives – perhaps we wouldn’t be competing with other southern states in the “Battle for the Bottom” of things of actual importance: health, education, elected officials, etc. I wrote a guest column for al.com on the two Alabama football players recently arrested for drug and weapons charges,

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both of which were eventually dropped. The district attorney’s reason for dropping the charges even made Paul Finebaum’s head spin. Days later, more information was released. I simply wrote about the need for them being held accountable for their actions, specifically the weapons charges. There weren’t any negative comments when I posted the article to my social media. In fact, most Bama fans were in agreement, while others informed me of the sanctions Coach Saban and the university levied against the two studentathletes, which were quite stringent, I must say. However, when it comes to the comments on al.com, that’s a different story. If you want to read them, I encourage you to first hide the women and children. My mama, a Bama fan, was furious. I expected some backlash because some fans just have too much Bama in them. To be fair, I’m sure the same can be said for some Auburn fans – some. Some think if you love one team you must instinctively hate the other, which is simply ridiculous. I was born in 1972, six months before the “Punt Bama Punt” game, so my Auburn

fandom was off to a good start. Of course, Bama went on to win for the next nine years, which was not easy, as I was the only Auburn fan in my house. Most folks don’t like fence riders, and make no mistake about it; I’m not a fence rider. I’m Auburn all the way, but why waste hatred on a game? It’s just football and many of these kids were just a signature away from playing for another team – perhaps my team. I don’t think they should have been kicked off the team, much less sent to prison, where they likely would have become part of the system. I’m sure they are good young men. We all make mistakes. I just wanted them to be held accountable. I’m a military man and believe in good order and discipline and make no apologies for it. When Auburn players mess up, I want them to be held accountable, too. For some rabid fans, it’s all about football. Believe it or not, I actually care about these young men and their future. I wish them nothing but the best, but I want to see them doing well 20 years down the road – not just on Saturdays in the fall. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, visit jodyfuller.com.

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To tell the truth, we all need to pray and not just say we are Dear Editor, When one is called to be a witness for someone on trial, the lawyer, always tells them to put their hand on the Bible and he asks, “do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing else?” People put hand on Bible and take this oath, perhaps many times the truth is the fartherest thing from their minds. Yet, they took the oath. With all the political races, etc. going on both local an in our country, feel each person involved should take the courtroom oath. When I was younger, a person could not slander another or act so uncivilized as these people do and have done. It is beyond sickening. Our children can’t look at or hear any of them and see morals or anyone to truly run our country. My opinion. Oh, there could possibly be one or to worthwhile, my opinion. When we go vote, it is almost impossible to know who to vote for after hearing and reading all the disgusting information on each. My opinion. Then can’t promise the country anything, they can’t do it by themselves, it takes a good congress and senate to help. Really it takes all of America praying for our leaders. Yet, I feel America has really forgotten to pray. 2 Chronicles 7:14, tell us that God will hear and help, so why don’t we do it (Pray and Ask)? Seems so simple. Always heard it is never too late, till the last breath, Oh America.....This recitation by Col. Hugh X. Lewis 90 years old Nashville TN.

With such scary times we’re headed for, s the whole wide world now braces. Men, speak of wars and rumors of wars and of earthquakes in divers places. Brother against brother, nation against nation for reasons that rarely make sense. Could this be a time of revelation or merely a coincidence? We’ve been forewarned again and again but God’s word our Nartion has ignored. We’re all wrapped up in a world of sin and fear not the coming of the Lord. False prophets and sooth sayers still abound, with great followings of brain washed minds. They peddle salvation by doctrines unsound and the blind keep leading the blind. From lack of faith and the truth so blurred we’re too proud to repent and pray. We keep watering down God’s Holy Word as the world drifts farther away. Oh America, why hast they strayed? for you’ve become like the whole world by broken vows, your faith you betray and now you most surely face peril. Can we not restore our faith we’ve lost? Has our Nation lingered too late? Must we now pay a most dreadful cost? No doubt we deserve such a fate. God favors those who accept His will, yet His true believers are so few. As alloted time and Scripture fullfill, is the end time more overdue? Oh America. Still praying, God bless America. Margaret Aldridge Dadeville

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which is against the law.” Then there are the boats that try to beat the traffic afterwards. “When the fireworks are almost finished you are going to have an influx of boat planed off trying to beat the traffic. It creates a dangerous situation.” Even though there have not been any boating fatalities in several years surrounding the Lake Martin tradition, it does not mean there have not been any incidents. “In the last couple years, we have not been flooded with calls after the fireworks,” Fuller said. “In years past, we have gotten calls from boaters stranded, taking on water or that have capsized. Those were often caused by wakes from boats. It has been several years since the last boating accident after the fireworks and that occurred further north. We had 11 or 12 people thrown into the water after a collision. We were lucky that nobody was killed.” Fuller offers some advice on having a safe experience Monday evening. Some are requirements by law and

others just make sense. When it comes to the boat itself. “Best thing to do is check all of your lights and fuses,” Fuller said. “Make sure you have enough fuel to get to and from your destination. Navigation lights have to be on after sunset and working properly, even during the fireworks. They have to be on at all times.” Fuller does advise that one type of light will cause problems on the water. “One thing that is always a problem is docking lights,” Fuller said. “Docking lights should remain off anytime you are out boating. The only time you need docking lights is when you are approaching a shoreline pier or dock to see how to tie up, make sure you don’t strike the dock. That light reflects off the water and blinds all the other boaters.” When it comes to boaters, Fuller offers this checklist. “No alcohol for the operator,” Fuller said. “Life jackets are required for everyone on the boat. Any child under 8 has to have a life jacket on.” Boaters can have a safe experience for the fireworks

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is the district headquarters for Marine Patrol. “We are severely under staffed,” ALEA Marine Patrol Lt. Mark Fuller said Saturday while patrolling Lake Martin near Chimney Rock. “Lake Martin is in the Central District. The district includes 32 counties. We currently have six troopers to work the waterways in those 32 counties. That is 14 bodies of water to cover.” Fuller started with the Marine Patrol in 1991 and remembers many more officers on Lake Martin. “I can remember having five troopers on the lake,” Fuller said from a boat that has been in operation since the 1980s. “We used to patrol the lake in sectors.” Since that time, boat traffic and boat sales have increased on the lake and the boats help fund the marine patrol division, but the number of troopers to patrol has gone down. “We currently have one full time trooper assigned to Lake Martin,” Fuller said. “Today, I am it. I am a supervisor filling in.” ALEA’s Director of Public Safety John Richardson and Fuller explained that this past weekend was Operation Dry Water and patrol efforts were being concentrated in the western part of the state. “We are doing a detail on Lake Tuscaloosa,” Fuller explained. “That is where four of the six troopers are. One is Many a

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covering the other bodies of water west of I-65.” “Troopers assigned to Marine Patrol will work to reduce the number of alcohol-related crashes and fatalities through increased recreational boater awareness and by fostering a stronger and more visible deterrent to alcohol use on the water,” Richardson said. Fuller also explained that most the department’s funds come from boaters. “The vast majority of our budget comes from boat registration,” Fuller said. The department gets some help from the U.S. Coast Guard in that many of the functions of marine patrol also meets the Coast Guard’s mission. “Part of our budget comes from the Coast Guard reimbursement grant,” Fuller said. “We get some of the money we use to purchase equipment back. But we have to make the purchase first, then they reimburse some of the

cost.” One might think a boat is the most important part of the arsenal for Marine Patrol but it is not. “Yes a newer bigger boat does make for a more comfortable ride,” Fuller said. “But I get a lot of use out of the binoculars.” The binoculars allow Fuller to observe boaters from a distance, often when boaters think they can hide things from him. “I watch to see how they are turning up their drinks,” Fuller said. “I watch to see if they are taking a sip or gulp.” Saturday was no different. Fuller put down his binoculars and eased away from the boats anchored nearby to quickly plane out with lights and sirens on. The Tennessee registered boat he was pulling over quickly stops with four aboard. “Who has been drinking today?” Fuller asks the quartet. Fuller had already

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observed all four drinking beer through those valuable binoculars. All four respond that they have and Fuller asks for the licenses. The four were from Florida and Georgia. Immediely Fuller recognizes that all four were under 21. Fuller checks to make sure that the boaters have no outstanding warrants and writes each of them a ticket for minor in consumption of alcohol. Fuller advises them of their court date at the Tallapoosa Courthouse as he issues the tickets. Fuller then returns to his patrol of Lake Martin and wonders about the next call. “It has been unusually quiet so far today,” Fuller said. “I might have to dock the boat and respond to a call or Mitchell or West Point. I have to cover everything in the district from I-65 east.”

show. “If you want to be safe, get there early and find a spot near a shoreline,” Fuller said. “After the fireworks, wait a while until the vast majority of the traffic has left and then proceed slowly back to where you came from.” Doing all of this should let most boaters have a safe experience and avoid a stop by Fuller and others from Marine Patrol. “What I am saying is do not attract attention to yourself,” Fuller said. “If you do attract attention, then when we will come see you. We will go through the check list and if there is a violation, we will write a ticket.”

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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

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New Elam Baptist Hwy. 9, Burtonville, 256-234-2037 New Bethel Baptist Rock St., Dadeville, 256-825-7726 Peace & Goodwill Baptist Cottage Grove Community Alexander City, 256-377-4634

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

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Perryville Baptist Perryville, 256-234-3588

Daviston Baptist Daviston, 395-4327

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

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Mt. Zion West Our Town Community, 256-234-7748

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

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The Great Bethel Missionary 520 Christian St., Alex City 256-234-5513

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

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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

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Comer Memorial U.M. 427 East Church St., 256-329-3467 Duncan Memorial U.M. 3997 Hillabee Rd., Alex City 256-234-6708 First United Methodist 310 Green St., Alex City 256-234-6322

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

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

Trinity United Methodist 280 By-pass, Alex City, 256-234-2455 Union United Methodist 4428 Hwy. 50, Dadeville 256-825-2241

First Presbyterian Okefuske, Dadeville, 256-825-4081

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

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

Kendrick Baptist Church Nixburg Lake Martin Baptist Hwy 34, Dadeville 256-825-7434 Lake Pointe Baptist 8352 Hwy. 50W, Dadeville

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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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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Wellness Center sends thanks for prayers for Ashley Bunn CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT ON JULY 9: The Dadeville Chamber is sponsoring a “championship cornhole tournament” on Saturday, July 9, starting with registration at 10:30 am. Location is the Rodeo Club on County Road 34 in Dadeville. Prize opportunities galore! $500 guaranteed pay out, more teams, more money! For questions, call the Chamber at 256-825-4019. WELLNESS CENTER NEWS: The Wellness Center wants to thank everyone for all of their love and support that has been shown to Ashley Bunn. We are still raising money for Ashley and her family. You can drop off donations at the Wellness Center, where we are also selling Koozies, Frisbees, Beach Balls, Bracelets, and Beach Towels. All items have “Breathe for Bunn” on them to show our support. You can follow Ashley’s story on the “Breathe for Bunn” Facebook page. We will be closed on Monday, July 4th. We hope you all have a wonderful Independence Day! For information, call: Stacy DeLoach Human Resources Lake Martin Community Hospital 201 Mariarden Road Dadeville, AL 36853 Office: (256) 827-0198 Fax: (256) 827-0187

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BETTY HAYES Dadeville LINE DANCING: Betsy Keown’s line dancing class is happening at the Dadeville Recreation Center, on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. until noon for a fee of $1 per class. There’s room for you so call Betsy at 256825-3985. RED RIDGE UNITED METHODIST: The church added two more members this past Sunday. What a joy. Looking for a church RR has a place for you. Rev. Messer’s sermon for July 3rd is titled “Heal Our Land” 2 chronicles 7:14. When Solomon finished the temple of the Lord, the Lord appeared to him and said “ if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will forgive their sin and heal their land.” The choir’s anthem will be “Hear Our Prayer.” The choir is taking a summer break, there will be no rehearsals except for a ladies ensemble group, which will meet 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Angel Doll Ministry will not meet July 5th. Red Ridge is located

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: This was the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost and the service was great. Rev. Ben’s sermon was titled “…but if it rains…”, with scriptures from 1 Kings 19; Psalm 16; and Luke 9. Jesus said no one who puts his hand on a plow and looks back is fit for the Kingdom of God. A faithful prayer should be “if I can see where you would have me go, I pray that indeed I will follow.” Stop worrying about tomorrow because tomorrow will worry about itself! God’s Grace is abundant. Are we comfortable with this? What are our priorities? Let us seek the opportunities that God places before us. Excellent sermon. The choir (led by the team of Brasell-Brasell)

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played and sang a beautiful anthem “I’m Standing on the Solid Rock”, one of my favorites. Toe-tapping, humming, and singing along! Thanks to all of you talented musicians. Rev. Ben said he adds things to his “to-do list”, yet he often loses that list! (Sound familiar?)

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Please make sure to plan ahead for your furry friends to ensure their safety, Independence Day is around the corner!

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CommunityCalendar Today is

June 30, 2016 July 2-3

ARTI GRAS: Russell Lands is hosting Arti Gras at the Russell Lands Town Green July 2-3.

July 3

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served.

July 6

SCHOOL LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves School is hosting its monthly luncheon July 6 at 11 a.m.

July 6-8

YES I CAN: Teresa Harrell Moten is hosting a mentoring camp at Nathaniel H. Stephens School from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a free lunch.

July 7

STRAND SESSION: The Lake Martin Young Professionals are hosting Rexton Lee for the next Strand Session at Strand Park, July 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

July 8-9

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: God’s House Church on Highway 63 North in downtown Hackneyville is hosting vacation Bible School July 8 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and July 9 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. All ages are welcome.

July 9

GOSPEL SINGING: Oak Chapel Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting a gospel singing July 9 at 6 p.m. with the McKameys. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Comer United Methodist Church is hosting a pancake breakfast July 9 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Cost is $6 a plate with pancakes, sausage and/or bacon. All you can eat dine in with to go plates available.

July 10

MEN AND WOMEN DAY: Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church is hosting Men and Women day July 10 at 2 p.m. Special guest is Rev. Dr. George C. McCulloh of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

Today’s Anniversaries

REUNION: The Willoughby reunion will be Sunday, July 10, at the Daviston Community Center. All family and friends are welcome. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served.

July 10 - July 13

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Calvary Heights Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible school July 10 - 13 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There is a kickoff party and preregistration July 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Hillabee Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible School July 10 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

July 13-15

YES I CAN: Teresa Harrell Moten is hosting a mentoring camp at Nathaniel H. Stephens School from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a free lunch

July 14 - July 30

WETUMPKA DEPOT PLAYERS: Calendar Girls will be presented by the Wetumpka Depot Players July 14 - July 30. For ticket information call 334868-1140 or go to wetumpkadepot.com.

July 16

SUMMER BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host a book sale in the library basement at 205 North West Street from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, July 16. The Friends will supply plastic bags for you to fill to the brim for $5 each or buy two bags and get the third one free! Books include fiction, non-fiction, classics, art, romance, cookbooks, decorating, self-help, religion, history and politics, beautiful coffee table books, and books to read to your children this summer. We also have several boxes of books recently donated for children and young readers. All proceeds go to improve the library. Call 256-8257820 for information. TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves School is hosting a trade day July 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Hatchet Spring Baptist Church is celebrating its 109th anniversary Sunday July 17 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Fredrick Jemison of Tallasahatchie Baptist Church in Childersburg. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served.

July 22

FLAG RETIREMENT: The Clay County VFW Post 9581 is holding a flag retirement ceremony July 22 at 4 p.m. at the Bibb Graves School.

Children’s Harbor July 29 - 31. It is a bereavement camp for children ages 7 - 14 that have lost a loved on. It is an overnight camp and is free for qualifying applicants. Contact Julia Bassett at Julia.Bassett@gentiva.com.

July 30

SUMMER READING PROGRAM FINALE: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is hosting a finale for the summer reading program July 30 at the Sportplex Gym at 10 a.m. with games and a kids lunch. NIGHT IN PEARLS: The Gloria Boleware Show is hosting An Elegant Night in Pearls at the Passion Church July 30 at 6 p.m.

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July 22-23

MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.

July 23

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a watercolor workshop Sept. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover birch trees in a snow scene. You can register at Wine Emporium or by calling Dottie Holdren at 256-3774918.

RODEO: The Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area is hosting its 10th annual Lake Martin Area Rodeo July 22 and 23. Gates open at 5 p.m. with the show at 7 p.m. at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. The PCAsanctioned rodeo is run by Brett Woody, Bar W Rodeo Company. BINGO NIGHT: Bibb Graves School is hosting bingo night July 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

July 24

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Goodwater is celebrating its 127th Anniversary Sunday, July 24 at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Emerson Ware Jr. The pastor is Melvin Irvin.

July 27

HEALTH FAIR: James Spann will be at the Bibb Graves School July 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a health fair.

July 29 - July 31

BEREAVEMENT CAMP: Camp I Believe will be at

September 24

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WETUMPKA DEPOT PLAYERS: Young Frankenstein will be presented by the Wetumpka Depot Players Sept. 29 - Oct. 15. For ticket information call 334-868-1140 or go to wetumpkadepot.com.

October 18

MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Oct. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.

October 22

CHRISTMAS CARD WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a Christmas Card Workshop October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and

$50 for non-members. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover dogwoods, pink and white.

November 15

MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Nov. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.

January 17

MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Jan. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.

Ongoing Events RECYCLING: The Alexander City Recycling Facility is located at the Public Works Department at 824 Railey Road. All materials should be dropped off behind the green storage shed on the Public Works lot. The facility is always open for unassisted drop off. Assistance with drop off is available between 7:00 am until 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Please contact Terry Bishop at 256-4092020 for more information. AWANA: Wayside Baptist Church hosts Awana Sundays from 4:40 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for ages three to high school. For more information contact George Gardin, student minister, at 864580-0343. VOLUNTEER: Southern Care Hospice is seeking volunteers. Please call Lizz Gillenwaters at 256-234-1134 or 256-749-3717 for more information. WOMAN MEETING: Every first Sunday, Victory Temple Holiness Church hosts a women’s meeting, at 237 Aster St. in Dadeville. Everyone is invited. The meeting starts at 2 p.m. READY TO WORK: Ready to Work is a FREE jobs skills training program offered at Central Alabama Community College Career Center. Classes meet Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Completion of the program depends on the skill level of the individual. For more information contact Elaine Balint, instructor, at 256-215-4496 (leave message) or ebalint@cacc.edu.

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Country music legend John Conlee to perform in Dadeville STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Country music legend John Conlee (Mr. Rose Colored Glasses), a regular performer at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, will be performing on Friday, July 29, at 9 p.m. at the Rodeo Club Lake Martin Event Center in Dadeville. During John Conlee’s 40-year career in country music, he has brought to audiences such classic songs as: “Rose Colored Glasses” (John’s signature song), “Friday Night Blues,” “Backside of 30,” “Common Man,” “Miss Emily’s Picture,” “I Don’t Remember Lovin’ You” and more. Overall, there have been 32 single releases throughout the years with 26 of them charting in the top 20 or better. Eight of those 26 have reached the coveted No. 1 spot on the national country charts. Conlee’s fans are excited that he has returned to radio with singles “Walkin’ Behind The Star” and “Bread and Water,” released on his own RCR (Rose Colored Records) label.

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“Walkin’ Behind the Star” was written by Nashville recording veterans Ronnie Scaife and Phil Thomas and the lyrics were inspired by Phil’s grandfather and great-grandfather both of whom served in their local sheriff’s department. The song had yet to be cut until recent events made it timely. The song was pitched to the Grand Ole Opry star, who was touched by the song’s honesty. “Recent deadly attacks against the people who keep us safe is unprecedented in America and I wanted to sing this song in honor of their sacrifice and willingness to serve,” Conlee said. The new CD will feature new material along with many of Conlee’s latter classics. Conlee recently celebrated the 37th anniversary of his breakthrough hit “Rose Colored Glasses,” and can be found on tour throughout 2016 as well as on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, where he has been a member since 1981. Tickets can be purchased at Kowaliga Country 97.5, The Rodeo Club, online at www.itickets.com or call 800-965-9324.

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If you are thinking of running for public office In Dadeville, a deadline is fast approaching. Candidates for mayor and council must qualify between July 5 and July 19. “They need to come by city hall and get a packet,” Dadeville City Clerk Mike Gardner said. “There is also a qualifying fee. There is a $50 fee for mayor and a $25 fee for council.” All five council districts and the mayor are up for election in the municipal election to be held August 23. When candidates come to city hall to pick up their packets, they will find required forms to fill out. “There is a statement of economic interests,” Gardner said. “It has to be filled out quickly. There is the statement of candidacy, an ethics form and the fair campaign practices act. There is also a list of the duties of the mayor and council.” In addition to Dadeville residents voting for mayor and council, the subject of Sunday alcohol sales will also be on the ballot. Voters will need to go to the recreation center to vote in the Dadeville municipal election on August 23.

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The Tallapoosa County 4-H Jr. Forestry Judging Team recently placed 2nd at the State 4-H Forestry Invitational held in Millbrook on June 14-15. Picture are: Shane Harris, Blake Harris, Lane Smith, Alex Ward, Payton Yother, and Trent Carboni.

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suspects. Barbour is hoping the public can help in identifying the suspects. “Anyone with any information on these crimes may contact the Dadeville Police Department,” Barbour said. “Investigations can be reached by phone at 256-8258070, 256-825-9959 or 256-825-6212 or by email at police@dadevillepd.org.”

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Law enforcement officials are looking for the public’s help in identifiying possible suspects in the case of two burglaries at Dadeville pharmacies early Saturday morning. The above surveillance images were captured of two suspects before the time of the incident .

McInvale Gene, who was just 4 months old at the time of the Dec. 25, 2014 incident. The injuries left the baby on life support and still he has to be fed with a tube, can’t hear or see and suffers from as many as 200 seizures a day. Judge Perryman left no doubt that McInvale will spend a big chunk of his adult life in prison. “I am sentencing you to 20 years on the aggravated child abuse and I sentence you to 10 years on the domestic violence assault. Those are to be served consecutively.” Prior to issuing his sentence Judge Perryman heard from Assistant District Attorney Mike Weldon. “From trial, we understand that the child can only eat by feeding tube and has over 200 seizures a day,” Weldon said. “He cannot see or hear and he cannot walk. “The only way to give justice in this sentence is for no probation and no parole. We are asking for the maximum sentence.” The child’s mother Susan Brown said that this was another step towards justice for her son. “I am relieved that this is over and my only wish is that it could have been more,” Brown said. “I do thank the

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judge for seeing the se verity of what he has done and giving the sentence that he did and I thank prosecutors for working so hard for Gene. “It’s just tough because I see my son, who is not doing well, and know that the person who did this may be in jail, but is alive and well.” Brett Harrison, who served as McInvale’s attorney spoke briefly. “We ask the court to sentence him in a fair and just way.” McInvale did speak briefly to Judge Perryman but could not be heard from the gallery. The 20-year sentence on the abuse charge is the maximum sentence. McInvale was also fined $25,000 and ordered to pay court costs and attorney fees. McInvale may have to pay restitution. Harrison said after the sentencing hearing that McInvale will have to serve all 30 years in prison. Harrison also indicated that McInvale will appeal the case within the 42 days that is allowed but that the court would appoint another attorney to handle the appeal. McInvale will be 54 years old when he is released from prison in 2044.

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I’m done taking success for granted

e as human beings have an incredible capacity for reducing the remarkable to the mundane in a relatively short amount of time. Many things in life are spectacular in and of themselves, but we barely even take notice because they happen with regularity. For example, a sunrise or sunset on any given day is truly glorious and majestic, but I don’t remember the last time I stopped to take notice. Do you? If you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all… right? The same thing is true in the sports world. If our team is lousy, all we want is to have a winning season. If we have two or three winning seasons, all we want is a New Year’s Day bowl. If we go to two or three big bowl games, all we want is to win 10 games a year every year. Sooner or later, 10 games a year is too mundane and only the national championship will do. Sound like anybody we know? Of course, deep down I think Auburn fans know we’re the exact same way. I don’t have any problem admitting it, but I’m drawing a distinction between football and every other Auburn sport. In fact, I’m making a vow as of this very moment to not to let myself become bored with winning in all other sports on the Plains. I’m mainly talking about baseball, basketball and softball. Clint Myers has turned the Auburn softball program into a national power in only three years and just had the No. 1 2017 recruit in the country commit to the Tigers last week. He’s already created an expectation to be in the World Series every year, but I’m going to relish every victory and not take any of them for granted. I promise. The Tigers have been so incredibly mediocre to awful in baseball and basketball over the last decade, becoming complacent with winning hasn’t remotely been an issue. However, Bruce Pearl has put together the No. 1 ranked recruiting class in the country for 2017. It’s still early and the rankings will definitely fluctuate, but this is one of those glorious, majestic events a school like Duke or Kentucky takes for granted. I believe Auburn has been at the top of the basketball rankings a grand total of never… not even close… ever. Who knows? Bruce Pearl may very well have the Tigers at or near the top of the recruiting rankings every year from here on out. If he does, I will be just as excited every single year as I am right now. I promise not to take for granted any great player who decides to come to Auburn. I pledge to savor every victory and every future (here’s hoping) trip to the NCAA Tournament. Butch Thompson struggled to put a competitive team on the field in his first year as head coach of the Auburn baseball program. His sophomore season could be challenging as well due to the mismanaged roster he inherited, but his prowess on the recruiting trail is already paying dividends. Auburn is bringing in Josh Anthony the No. 1 JC slugger in the country and received a commitment earlier this week from 2017 shortstop Ricardo De La Torre from Puerto Rico. He’s a big deal. Trust me. I give my word that if Thompson can turn the program around, I will delight in every victory and every postseason appearance. I may always expect more in football, but I’ll take whatever I can get from the other sports and be glad to have it. Andy Graham writes a regular sports column for Tallapoosa Publishers.

TENNIS PROGRAM EXPANDS USTA pilot program at Dadeville schools launches summer lessons By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor

Efforts are underway to expose Dadeville youth to the sport of tennis. U.S. Tennis Association volunteer Mary Belser of Birmingham joined forces with the free summer sports camp that is held at 5:30 p.m. each Monday and Tuesday at the Dadeville Elementary School playground. There, she introduces children ages 4 to 8 to the basics of tennis. “I start them off at the net, making hand-eye coordination until they miss and it’s the next person’s turn,” Belser said. “It has been fun so far.” Up to this point, she has only instructed a handful of children. “Most of the kids coming to the camp are interested in football,” Belser said. But she’s not discouraged. “It’s going to take me years to introduce tennis to the community,” Belser said. And that’s fully expected. Belser’s free lessons are actually an expansion of Reading for Racquets, a program USTA/Southern introduced into Dadeville Middle School more than three years ago. “Dadeville’s been great about letting us try new things,” said Reading for Racquets founding Director Pat Devoto about the program’s pilot school. That new thing came in the form of instructors taking a multidisciplinary approach similar to other school subjects. “Reading for Racquets introduces not only the game of tennis, but at the same time, the core values that tennis espouses: the importance of reading, the value of exercise and healthy eating habits, and esteem for good sportsmanship,” information on the program’s website states. That’s accomplished by providing grade-level, tennis-

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Dadeville students take part in Reading for Racquets, USTA’s pilot program designed to bring exposure to tennis into an academic setting.

centered books for students to read, as well as the appropriate equipment to use. “USTA funded the shed to house the sports equipment, as well as the raquets and balls,” Devoto said. The organization also funded the tennis balls and backboard the students use for practice. The pilot program began at Dadeville Elementary “In the elementary school we try to do it every day,” Devoto said. “We have a fall program and a spring program.” That program recently expanded to Council Middle School and was carried out with the help of physical education instructor Brownie

Caldwell. However, with the facility’s closure announcement, USTA had to make other plans. “We’re moving everything to the high school or what will be K-12,” Devoto said. She explained that the move is proving to be a positive one. “Really, in the long run, it is good for the program,” Devoto said. That’s because the program will now be accessible to all grade levels. Plus, the transition also warrants some equipment upgrades. “We’re replacing the backboard with a more durable backboard,” Devoto said. This will be longer lasting than the original backboard,

which was wooden. “It’s not going to warp,” Devoto said. While the new backboard is white, it won’t stay that way for long. Instead, it’s going to be sectioned off with various primary colors designating places for students to aim their shots at. “We want it to be colorful and fun for kids to hit on,” Devoto said. It’s that promise of fun that keeps this pilot program expanding, as proven with the addition of the summer program. It’s also a promise that made possible by the Dadeville schools. “I’m delighted we’re there,” Devoto said. “The school is a delight to work with.”

PGA Junior Leaguers get on par despite the weather By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor

The rain shower that graced Alexander City Tuesday afternoon didn’t put a damper on the PGA Junior League’s scheduled golf game. Instead, the youngsters ranging in age from 8-14 happily headed out to the fairway at Lake Winds Golf Course, which is part of the Alex City Parks and Recreation Department. “We’re good to go,” said Lake Winds golf pro Jim Gunnels with a grin. The match divided the Alexander City athletes into two opposing teams, “Blue team vs. Green team,” Gunnels said. Within each team, players were divided into random pairs to play four matches. “It’s a lot of different levels,” Gunnels said. Tuesday’s match was set in the middle of the league’s season. “The season normally starts at the last of May and runs until the end of July,” Gunnels said. Once the season is complete, a team of all stars will be selected to play in Montgomery. Although it might be tempting to vie for one of those spots, Gunnels points out a much more important goal for the young golfers. “They’re learning the sport,” he said. The Alexander City Junior PGA League next tees off on Thursday, July 7. Results from Tuesday’s game were not available at press time.

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Below, Lexie Robinson, 9, of Alexander City concentrates on the ball during Tuesday’s Alexander City PGA Junior League match. At left, Nathan Jones, 12, of Alexander City, eyes the hole as he considers his next swing.