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State School Superintendent Sentance resigns STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Controversy has been synonymous with State Superintendent of Education Michael Sentance since the day he was hired. Wednesday, he decided enough was enough. After months of questions and being handed unfavorable performance reviews, Sentance submitted his resignation to Governor Kay Ivey, as President of the Board of Education. Sentance told AL.com that he worked out an agreement. Most believed that a vote would have come Thursday by the state school board to terminate him. See SENTANCE • Page A3

Legacy Builders prepares for Commitment 2017 By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

Working in conjunction with the local Fellowship of Christian Athletes clubs, the group Legacy Builders is getting ready to hold Commitment 2017, a nondenominational worship and fellowship service at the Betty Carol Graham Center at 7 p.m. Tuesday. “This is the first time we’ve done something like this,” Legacy Builders member Billy Coleman said. “Legacy Builders has been meeting for about a year and a half now. We started planning this back in See LEGACY • Page A3

Council praises readiness

Gives thanks to area officials for work during storm, prepares for future events By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

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C of Dadeville crews, police officers and the Alabama Department of Transportation were out repairCity ing the traffic light at the intersection of Highway 280 and Lafayette Street Monday morning. The light in had been out for a good portion of the weekend. h

Area dodges worst of Irma By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

The Dadeville City Council took some time during their meeting Tuesday s night to give special thanks to those who n worked hard over the weekend and on w Monday to deal with issues popping up M from Tropical Storm Irma. f “Everyone was out helping,” Mayor Wayne Smith said. “The fire M department, the police department, the d street department. Even the cemetery s department was out there.” d Police Chief David Barbour agreed with w this, saying it meant a lot to him to see all the city’s departments coming together and work the way they did to See COUNCIL • Page A9

Downed trees and power lines, a few scattered weather related traffic accidents is what Dadeville and the Lake Martin community experienced as what was left of Tropical Storm Irma came through the area. Schools were closed Monday and Tuesday to assure student safety as about 3 inches of rain doused the area and winds with gusts up to 50 mph caused some scattered damage. For the most part, the area fared pretty well and officials say preparedness was a bog factor in the safe results. Readiness was the name of the game as police departments, fire departments and public works departments geared up for whatever damage Tropical Storm Irma might bring to Tallapoosa County. Despite fears that the storm See STORM • Page A8

Ivey to seek full term as governor By MITCH SNEED Editor

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A local man received non-life-threatening injuries when the truck he was driving struck a tree that fell in front of him as he drove along Highway 22 between Daviston and New Site Monday. The man was alert and talking with first-responders and on the phone with his family at the scene.

In a move that was expected by most political observers, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Thursday that she would seek to retain Ivey the seat in 2018, after being elevated to post on April 10, 2017 after Robert Bentley resigned amid a growing scandal. In a letter to supporters, Ivey cited the progress made over the last four months. “Four months ago after much turmoil in our state, I was sworn in as the 54th See IVEY • Page A3

Dadeville Kiwanis welcomes Wetumpka Impact Crater Commission been traveling at would have started fires across the county. The impact would have caused earthquakes Marilee Tankersley with the measuring 8.5 to 9.0 on the Richter Wetumpka Impact Crater Commission scale and a massive tsunami would have was the special guest at Thursday’s come ashore.” meeting of the Dadeville Kiwanis Over the next 85 million years, the Club, giving a special presentation on crater remained underwater for around the 85 million year old site just east of 20 million years, but dried out as the Wetumpka. prehistoric seas began to recede. At Impacting Alabama with a force one point, the path of the nearby Coosa 175,000 times more powerful than the River flowed right through part of the Hiroshima bomb, the meteor left a crater crater. approximately five miles wide at the When scientists first began looking at base of the rim. the crater site, it was believed the ridges During her talk, Tankersley described making up the rim were actually part of what it might have been like when the the Appalachian Mountains, while State extraterrestrial rock made contact with Geologist Eugene Allen Smith described the Earth. the area as being “structurally disturbed” “At this time, Tallapoosa County in 1891. Researchers first began to would have been the beach. Wetumpka theorize it was a crater in the 1970s, was under a shallow sea and Eclectic and confirmation of this would come might have been on some barrier following additional research carried Cliff Williams / The Record islands,” she said. “The meteor hit out by Auburn University professor Dr. Marilee Tankersley with the Wetumpka Impact Crater Commission talks to the Dadeville Kiwanis in the ocean. As it came through the See KIWANIS • Page A9 Club about the 85 million year old meteor crater in Elmore County. atmosphere, the speed it would have By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

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Ms. Lynronda Walker Ms. Lynronda Walker, 54, of Dadeville, AL passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, AL. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 8, 2017, 1:00 p.m. CST at Sardis Baptist Church in Dadeville, AL, Rev. William Perry, Pastor; Officiating, Pastor Yohontas Matthews, Eulogist. Burial will follow in Dadeville City Cemetery. Ms. Walker is survived by two daughters, Christy (Tony) Moss and Katrena (Jerry) Moss, both of Dadeville, AL, her mother, Otie Moss of Dadeville, AL, three sisters, Glenese (Willis) Woody, Lillian Moss and Cynthia Jones, all of Dadeville, AL, two brothers, Phillip (Monica) Moss and Wheeler Jones, both of Dadeville, AL, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. To sign the online guest book and express condolences please visit www.silmonseroyerfh.com. Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home in Lafayette, AL is handling the arrangements.

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Dadeville Police Department September 12

• A Dadeville man, age 52, was arrested on two 5 warrants for Failure to w Appear. A • A report for Theft of Property was filed that P occurred on Gristmill o Court. C

September 11

• A 17 year old male was arrested for m Attempting to Elude. A He was released to H Lee County Youth L Development Center. D

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• A report was filed for Harassment that occurred H on Shepard Street. o

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• A two motor vehicle collision occurred on co Highway 280 at Spring St H resulting in minor property re damage and no injuries. d One driver was cited for O No Proof of Insurance. N • A Dadeville man, age 70, was arrested a for Driving Under the fo Influence. In

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Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department September 12

• A resident of County Road 34 filed a report for theft of property and harassing communication.

September 10

• Kelvin Hall of Looney Loop in Sylacauga was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear contempt of court.

September 8

• Michael Hawkins of Dublin Drive in Decatur, Georgia was arrested on grand jury indictment for criminally negligent homicide. • Alonza Tuck of Mallory Circle in Alexander City was arrested on an outstanding warrant for probation violation/revocation. • A resident of Rescue Drive in Tallassee filed a report for a vehicle fire.

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• Vasco Woods of Camden was arrested on grand jury indictments for theft first, attempted murder and kidnapping • Jawaun Russell of Dadeville was arrested on a warrant for domestic violence third. • Kathy Shutts of

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Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for probation violation and was placed in the county jail. • Christopher Davis of Dadeville was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear order while incarcerated in the county jail.

September 6

• Kaitlin Parham of Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for probation violation possession of a controlled substance. • Robin Braswell of Wetumpka was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear child support. • Rhonda Price of Daviston was arrested on a warrant for probation revocation.

September 5

• A resident of Turkey Trot in Dadeville filed a report for property damage. • Courtney Gover of Toomer Court in Opelika was arrested on two grand jury indictments for shooting into an occupied building.

Alexander City Police Department September 11

• Harassing communications was reported on Springhill Road. • Unlawful breaking and entering was reported on 12th Avenue.

September 10

• Tavaris Donta Brooks, 39, of Alexander City was arrested for Menacing and resisting arrest. • Zackery Cade Sargent, 18, of Tallassee was arrested for two failure to appears. • Myles Dashawn Whetstone, 18, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and minor in possession of alcohol. • Malcolm Wade Howard, 22, of Kellyton was arrested for driving under the influence and possession of marijuana. • Harassment was reported on Booker Street. • Domestic violence was reported on Ridgeview Drive. • Theft was reported on Cole Street. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Resisting arrest and disorderly conduct was reported on Highway 280. • Dogs running at large was reported on Cleveland Street. • Domestic violence was reported on Davis Avenue. • Possession of a forged instrument was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported on Oak Street West. • Burglary was reported on Jefferson Street. • Discharging a firearm in the city limits was

reported on 10th Avenue.

September 9

• Synethia Donshave Spradley, 39, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. • Jinerika Undrenique Murphy, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for three failure to appears. • Jernekeyia Lyshun Johnson, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for failure to appear. • Eric Damon Purter, 43, of Eclectic was arrested for two failure to appears. • Candelyn Scott Eagerton, 43, of Alexander City was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. • Possession of a controlled substance and minor in possession of alcohol was reported on Johnson Street. • Possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on Jefferson Street. • Harassing communications was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported on Celia Circle. • Burglary was reported on Washington Street. • Theft was reported on 13th Avenue North. • Domestic violence was reported Frances Avenue. • Driving under the influence was reported on Scott Road. • Domestic violence was reported on Oak Street West.

September 8

• Marcus Lamar Neely, 26, of Equality was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Telvin Floyd, 24, of Alexander City was arrested for attempting to elude a police officer. • Billy James Thompson, 43, of Alexander City was arrested for failure to appear. • Criminal littering was reported on Trussell Road. • Possession of a controlled substance was reported on Mallory Circle. • Attempting to elude a law enforcement officer was reported on J Street. • Unlawful breaking and entering was reported on Jackson Street. • Menacing was reported on Highway 280. • Domestic violence was reported on South Road.

September 7

• Kenyatta Mia Shaun Heard, 24, of Alexander City was arrested for failure to appear. • Travis Santell Williams, 34, of Dadeville was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Vicki Ballard, 53, of Kellyton was arrested for drug trafficking, possession of drug parapher-

nalia, possession of a controlled substance and illegal possession of prescription drugs. • Takwanna Harrigan, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for discharging a firearm into an unoccupied dwelling. • Harrassment was reported on I Street. • Domestic violence was reported on Bishop Street. • Possession of a controlled substance was reported on Old Kellyton Road. • Domestic violence was reported on Johnson Street. • Domestic violence was reported on K Street. • Criminal trespass was reported on Nathan Street. • Theft was reported on Highway 280. • Receiving stolen property was reported in Alexander City. • Elder abuse was reported on Dadeville Road. • Extortion was reported on 10th Avenue.

September 6

• Danny Ray Kelly, 47, of Alexander City was arrested for two counts of domestic violence. • Robert Dalericus Minnefield, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for trespassing on a school bus. • Joeski Damon Ferguson, 26, of Dadeville was arrested for four counts of failure to appear. • Two counts of domestic violence were reported on Thompson Ridge Road. • Theft was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported on Cribb Road. • Burglary was reported on Highway 280.

September 5

• Ira Aundra Hicks, 49, of Alexander City was arrested for two counts of failure to appear, possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. • Felicia Danette Hutchins, 44, of Alexander City was arrested for criminal mischief. • James Roy Howard, 48, of Alexander City was arrested for theft and domestic violence. • Matthew William Davis, 28, of Alexander City was arrested for aggravated assault. • A dog bite was reported on Highway 280. • Theft was reported on Lake Drive. • Identity theft was reported on Meadows Street. • Criminal mischief and a domestic incident was reported in Alexander City. • Possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on Highway 280. • Theft and domestic violence was reported on Highway 280.

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Latest happenings at Salvation Army meets needs in troubled times Dadeville High School begins at 7 p.m., the annual Homecoming Parade will start around Doing its part to 2 p.m., and the school is help those affected by inviting the community to Hurricane Irma, Dadeville come out and participate High School will be in the parade. holding a relief drive According to a Sept. 13 through Sept. 19. press release from the Over the course of this school, “This year’s week, the school will be Homecoming Theme is accepting donations of ‘Rock the Bulldogs’ and bottled water, along with it would be marvelous to financial contributions. have a ‘Rocking’ parade. Donations can be We are inviting anyone given to any Dadeville and everyone to support High School student, Dadeville High School in or dropped off at the the Homecoming Parade.” high school office. For For those interested in more information about taking part in the 2017 the drive, contact math Dadeville High School teacher Kim Shelton at Homecoming Parade, (256)825-7848. entry forms can be picked Dadeville High School up in the school’s office. is also preparing for The entry fee is $15, and their Homecoming game the deadline to submit against the Holtville forms is Wednesday, Sept. Bulldogs on Friday, Sept. 20. 22. Before the game

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to local Service Center Manager Tabatha Glassburn. “The primary mission of the Salvation Army is to meet basic human needs without discrimination,” Glassburn said. “Our slogan is ‘Doing the Most Good’ and means we will always strive to do the most we can, for the most people, with the most needs.” Though they are easily recognizable when they arrive By DONALD CAMPBELL in the aftermath of a natural Staff Writer catastrophe or other disaster, the Salvation Army provides a multitude of services to their Following any sort of major communities. disaster, there are always “We work with people of all organizations that race in to ages from all walks of life. We offer what aid and assistance assist children with free summer they can to those affected by camp, free school supplies, the situation. Among these and Christmas assistance. We groups is the Salvation Army. help low income individuals However, they are more than with food and clothing just a disaster relief agency, assistance. We help elderly offering programs of all kinds and disabled individuals with to the public. medical conditions with utility In the Lake Martin area, assistance,” Glassburn said. the Salvation Army has set up The agency also provides their headquarters in Alexander help in the community with City and provides services to Chambers, Coosa, Randolph and furniture, medication and the Angel Tree charity at Tallapoosa counties, according EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the fourth in a series of profiles on the 28 agencies that receive funding through the Lake Martin Area United Way. Currently, the Lake Martin Area United Way is holding its 2018 fundraising campaign, “Team United.” To learn how to help, contact the United Way at (256)329-3600 or at www. unitedwaylakemartin.org.

Christmastime. Glassburn also explained how the local Salvation Army’s partnership with the Lake Martin Area United Way has been advantageous to the organization. “Being a part of the United Way has benefited the Salvation Army in many ways,” she said. “Not only do they support our services, they believe in our mission and give hope to our community.” For more information about the Salvation Army, the local organization can be contacted at (256)215-3730, or by emailing them at Tabatha.Glassburn@uss. salvationarmy.org.

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“Not much to say,” Sentance was quoted as saying. Wednesday was his last day of employment. No details of the agreement were released. Shortly after delivering his resignation to Ivey, she released the following statement. “Today, I received the resignation of State

Superintendent of Education Michael Sentance. I do not take this situation lightly, and as President of the State Board of Education, I will ask the Board to accept his resignation. “Over the past two years, Alabama has experienced far too many changes in state government. As with previous changes in leadership

positions, we will use the pending resignation of the state superintendent as an opportunity to move forward and begin a new chapter in public education. “The State Board of Education has an opportunity to refocus its efforts to improve, support, and better prepare Alabama students for the 21st-Century global

economy, so that they can compete successfully. Education continues to be the foundation of our communities and a key piece of the fabric that holds our state together — now is the time to strengthen our education system. “I have spoken with Mr. Sentance, thanked him for his commitment to public service

and education, and wished him well.” State School Board Members have been critical of Sentence in many areas, with most of their concern focused on Sentance’s self-admitted lack of communication skills. Most recently, Sentance came under fire for a possible budget deficit the department could be facing.

Legacy January.” Tuesday’s event will feature Adrian Despres as a guest speaker, who was a chaplain at the University of South Carolina and a man who Coleman describes as being one of the top speakers for the FCA in the country. Jonathan and Lisa Moore from Columbus, Georgia will be on hand with special music. Coleman and the other

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members of Legacy Builders have been hard at work lately getting the word out, making sure high school students across Tallapoosa County and the surrounding areas are aware of the event. However, “This is not a youth rally. This event is for all ages,” he said. The event should last around an hour and a half, and there is no cost to attend, according to Coleman.

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“We hope more people show up than we have seats available for them,” he said. “We’re expecting people of all ages to be there.” Coleman said he and the other members of Legacy Builders are hoping to make this an annual event, bringing the community together every fall for a special time to worship and fellowship with one another. “In a general sense, we

want to keep it around this time of the year. We are looking for dynamic speakers for the future, so we will be flexible in scheduling,” he said. “We’re not going to restrict ourselves to just the fall.”

So far, Coleman said there has been a tremendous amount of positive feedback from those interested in the event, and the men of Legacy Builders have also appreciated the support being shown for

Commitment 2017 by local churches. “The FCA is really excited about it,” Coleman said. “We’re really excited about it. All of the news so far has been good.”

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Gov. Kay Ivey took office in April, filling the seat vacated by Robert Bentley. Ivey said she has steadied the ‘ship of the state.’

Governor of the State of Alabama,” the letter seeking support read. “There hasn’t been a more humbling moment in my life. That so many of you have supported and prayed for our team and me means the world — and it’s our highest honor to serve you. I’m writing today to let you know that I’m running for governor in 2018, and I need your help. “Continuing to change Montgomery is going to be a fight, and we need as many people by our side as we can get.” Even though her candidacy just became official, reports indicate that Ivey has already raised more than $1 million in campaign funds in preparation for first a run for the GOP nomination and then a general election bid should she win the nomination. She stressed her ability to return integrity to the office. “I took over at one of that darkest times in our state’s memory,” Ivey said. “We have steadied the ship of state, now it’s time to steer it on to continued conservative progress and prosperity.

“It’s not enough to believe in good intentions — I believe in rock-solid results. I don’t think it’s enough for people to say they’re going to do the right thing. I think you’ve got to live by your words. What’s right is right, and wrong is wrong. It’s that simple. I will never embarrass you.” Ivey joins what appears to be a very crowded field of GOP candidates. Mobile State Sen. Bill Hightower, Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Minister Scott Dawson, Birmingham businessman Josh Jones, Morgan County Commissioner Stacy Lee George, Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries John McMillan and David Carrington had all previously announced intentions to seek the state’s highest elected office. On the Democratic side, former Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court Sue Bell Cobb leads a field of announced candidates that includes truck driver Jason Childs, minister Anthony White and Christopher Countryman.

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With technology, these are the good ol’ days Area was prepared for potential bad weather T

ith Tropical Storm Irma coming in after battering the Caribbean and Florida, Alabama and our area were in what some meteorologists called a danger zone for potential severe weather. As of Tuesday afternoon, despite some heavy winds and a lot of rain, our area fared pretty well considering. Some scattered power outages, a few trees down here and there and localized flooding were the most serious things reported. That is great news. But something that may be lost in the weather forecast amid meteorological terms is if the really bad stuff had hit here, it appears that Tallapoosa County officials were as prepared as they could be. Tallapoosa County Emergency Management Agency Director Jason Moran, officials in all area municipalities and the county itself communicated and took steps to help prevent flooding before the storm hit. Moran pulled from computer models and EMA sources and communicated with people across the county. He made sure they all knew what was forecast and what they could expect and held a Sunday briefing where they all heard live from state officials about what to expect. The predictions were spot on. As the most severe weather arrived, first responders and utility workers rolled and helped each other check area roads and remove debris they encountered. Public works departments divided into shifts to make sure that there was coverage and the county roads districts spread out equipment and had every employee on alert. Public safety personnel had everyone available and supervisory personnel were also on the streets to fill in where needed. Volunteers, churches and public servants established shelters to help find places for people who needed shelter and doors were opened to evacuees from Florida. Schools were closed to keep children safe and traffic off the roads. It appears that those who didn’t have to travel, stayed home. People listened to the warning and it paid off. Preparation and the execution of a plan to handle whatever Irma brought our way was a cooperative effort we can all appreciate and applaud. Thanks to everyone for being at their best in what could have been a very bad situation.

he Outlook has featured stories this week where new technology is being introduced in to areas that have traditionally been manual or paper rather and ink than digital. Sen. Tom Whatley and Rep. Mark Tuggle visited with us about autonomous vehicles, cars that actually drive themselves. They talked about the fear of the unknown and how the rise of this technology could actually damage the state’s economy as traffic tickets that help fund government would be a thing of the past. Think about it, if cars were so smart they wouldn’t crash, why would we need insurance? Tuggle called it “real George Jetson stuff.” He’s right. It is a bit unnerving to think of being in a car where no human has control, unless you are riding with me where some people say they would rather ride with a robot at the wheel. A story from the Tallapoosa County Board of Education heralded the inclusion of money in the upcoming budget so students could be issued laptop computers so that textbooks could give way to digital editions. Comments on our social media outlets were critical of the move fearing that students would goof off rather than learn. They also feared that teachers would leave instruction to the computers rather than being hands on with the kids. I must admit that I’m not the most tech-savvy guy in the world, but I look at my own job at how technology has changed our business. When I started we typed on Smith-Carona typewriters and a typist entered those words into a machine called a linotype, where the copy came out on paper and had

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not unusual for me to have no more cash on me than what’s in the ashtray in my truck at times. So luckily for my cholesterol level, I had to pass on the burgers Friday night. I must admit I was tempted to go to the truck and raid the ashtray when they announced that everything left was half price in the fourth quarter. Almost nobody carries cash anymore, a new study shows, and those who do, don’t carry much. Roughly eight in 10 people carry less than $50 cash in their wallets on a regular basis, according to a recent report from Bankrate.com. Close to 50 percent of Americans carry $20 or less each day, including nine percent who don’t carry any cash at all. And only 7 percent carry more than $100 each day. The findings aren’t too surprising at a time when most consumers are able to swipe their debit cards to buy a pack of gum and use smartphones to beam payment to the cash register to buy an afternoon cup of joe. I do miss getting a paycheck and having that feeling of wealth when I cash it at the bank, but come to think of it, it never lasted long after the bills were paid. Us older folks can wax poetic about the good ol’ days. But think about how good we have it now. Sure there are some big issues we face today, but haven’t we always had issues? All I know is that we are living in an amazing time in history where technology makes things available that we never thought possible. I love it. If I could just get this VCR to stop flashing 12:00 I’d love it even more.

to be waxed and carefully laid out on the pages. (No lead type was before my time.) Pictures required developing film and printing pictures and color photos were not possible in the small newspapers where I started. Now we take digital photographs and I can write my story anywhere, even from my phone, email it back and it can be digitally designed and shipped through cyberspace to the press. The first time it hits paper is when it is printed and ready to be delivered. I can even do stories live on the Internet. That’s almost like having a press that runs 24-7. I guess my point is we shouldn’t fear technology. It may be difficult to get the hang of, but once you do it a few times it becomes second nature. Just think about purchasing things today. Would we ever have imagined a day where we don’t need actual money? When I was covering the lfootball game at Reeltown and the smoke coming from the grills at the concession stand was almost intoxicating. You could almost taste the burgers and hot dogs sizzling on the grill and by halftime, my mouth was watering. So with a break in the action I started to make my way up the stairs and it hit me. I had no cash, just a wallet full of plastic. I usually try to hide a Mitch Sneed is the editor bill or two away in a hiding of the Tallapoosa Publishers place in my wallet, but it’s newspapers.

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Whirlwinds, storms, fires and earthquakes Dear Editor, Yes, God works in each one of these tragedies, yet He does not allow these tragic happenings to punish anyone. I believe He allows them in order to bring people back together with each other and back to Him. It sure seems folks have gotten away from God. If this is not a time for people to come together and pray, then there may not be another time. Please just look around in all the world and see this devastation that is happening. It is something to think about and certainly to pray about. Is this the beginning of the end? Could be for we are not promised tomorrow. So much

sadness everywhere. Homes, cars, belongings, probably important papers, pictures, a lifetime of memories and things that can not be replaced. I truly worry about animals as they can’t help themselves and depend on humans. How many have been lost? I believe the news said this was one of the worst ones ever. Truly scary, for one feels so helpless. Sometimes there is nothing to do other than pray. Yes, God works in “the whirlwind and the storm,” Nahum 1:3. There are those terrible fires with thousands of acres, homes, animals, cars, etc. never to be replaced. If someone set those fires, I truly don’t know what punish-

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Teneeshia GoodmanJohnson represents District 3. Her phone number is 256-825-9749. Her address is 1191 Fulton Teneeshia Street, Dadeville. Goodman-

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ment would suit the situation. Psalms Chapter 11. I just can’t imagine. I believe it was said it could be felt in 11 states — that is powerful. The Bible tells us of these happenings in Matthew Chapter 24. I truly don’t feel it will get much better. I think God is trying to get our ttention and the rest is up to us. If we’re not prepared to meet our Maker, how sad it will be. Jesus is coming soon, maybe morning, night or noon. Please be ready for only God knows. God bless everyone everywhere. Margaret Aldridge Dadeville

Roy Mathis represents District 4. His phone number is 256-825-4369. His address is 181 Cedar Hill Drive, Dadeville.

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Wayne Smith is mayor of Dadeville. His phone number is 256-8256820. His address is 156 Oliver Grove, Dadeville.

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Thursday, September 14, 2017

Don Roberts: Dining with God

y friend summed it up best. “He made a difference in thousands of lives. As a husband, father, grandfather, son, uncle, cousin, friend, teacher, coach, principal and headmaster, Don impacted lives with his positive, kind, gentle personality, his love for life and his genuine love for his fellowman - all of ‘em,” she wrote. By any definition, Don Roberts, who spent a good portion of his early career in Alexander City, lived a successful life. His impact and reach was and will continue to be limitless. He’s almost like Obi Wan Kenobi in the sense that he’ll have even greater impact and influence on us now as we strive to be more like him. Maybe it’s The Force. He loved God. He loved his family, friends, and former students. He loved teaching and coaching. He loved being a leader. He was everything a leader should be. He also loved food. Boy, did he love food! Many people followed his “Dining with Don” exploits on social media. Even though he attained his Ph. D., I always addressed him as “coach.” That was not a sign of disrespect; that’s just how I was introduced to him more than 30 years ago.

I never played ball for him, and I didn’t have him for biology, yet the man still knew me by name my freshman year of high school. How is that even possible? Later, he became assistant principal at Opelika High School. He was positive, kind, and gentle but could still make his point without using profanity or getting ugly. By the time my senior year rolled around, we had a new principal, and his name was Don Roberts. I have so many memories of Coach Roberts, but one of the earliest and most personal memories was following a Student Government Association speech I made in front of the entire freshman, sophomore, and junior classes during my senior year. I introduced my friend Brandon who was running for class president. This was during a time when 1-900 hotlines were all the rage and children were told to get their parents’ permission before calling. At the conclusion of my speech, I said, “If you have any questions or would just like more information on Brandon, please feel free to dial the Brandon hotline at 1-900-BRA-NDON. Again, that number is onenine hundred-bra-undone. Freshman, please make sure

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your parents know you’re calling.” The students loved the speech, although the freshmen slightly jeered about at the slight of their class. Later in the day, rumor spread that I was going to be suspended for saying “Bra Undone,” which was nothing more than a rumor. Coach Roberts, in fact, loved the speech. He thought it was great and couldn’t stop laughing. He encouraged me that day to follow my dreams and continued to do so until the last time I saw him, which was only three short weeks ago. He attended countless events where I spoke or performed comedy and without fail always came up to me afterwards and shook my hand, hugged me, and told me how proud he was of me. That always meant so much to me, and I’m tearing up right now just thinking about him and his impact. I am just one person. My story is one of thousands. Life is not about how long you’re here. It’s about what

you do while you’re here. In our eyes, Coach Roberts was taken from us far too soon, but the reality is that he did more than most of us could ever do in a hundred lifetimes. During that last encounter, he admitted that he was not feeling very well, but he still had that smile on his face. I told him what he meant to me and that I loved him. He said he loved me, too, and I know he did. Whether it was at Benjamin Russell, Opelika, Harris County, Ga., or Lee Scott, he loved all his former students, and they loved him, too. I messaged his daughter a few days before his passing. He was in the hospital on visitor restriction, but she was optimistic that he’d be going home soon. Well, he did. He no doubt went home. He’s free of cancer. He’s free of pain. He’s in a place where most of us strive to be one day. He’s now dining with God. What a feast that must be. The Force is strong with Coach Roberts. 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, please visit www.jodyfuller.com

Hug your puppy today

eems I’ve had more than my fair share of experiences with animals recently. Of course, I live with two dogs, a 13-year-old dachshund named Karsten and a four- or five-year-old (we’re not sure; she was adopted) pit bulldog-looking mutt named Jersey. And they are always an experience, either wanting in or out of the house, dinner or a snack, water or to play. But I’m used to all that. A little tired of it, maybe sometimes, especially when one or both want to seem to go in or out every five minutes or so. And that happens. But I had experiences with animals on Monday that I hadn’t previously met and that were, to say the least, a bit unusual. First, I found out over the weekend that an old high school buddy of mine was hosting a family of five Hurricane Irma refugees at his home on Lake Jordan. Sounded like a good story. So, I contacted Leldon and

found out that not only were they hosting the five humans, but also five dogs, two cats and a parrot. Wow! Talk about understanding! Talk about hospitality! When I showed up for the interview, all but one of the dogs and cats were put up. I understand that some of the creatures don’t gee and haw, as they say. But I did meet one of the dogs, Binks, and the parrot, Frankie. Frankie spent most of his time with one of the daughters in the family, Jessi. When he first made an appearance, he was sitting quite proper and parrot-like on the girl’s shoulder. But Frankie must have gotten a chill. The next time I saw him – and, at that time, very little of him was visible, just a feather or two – he was tucked inside the single pocket on the front of Jessi’s pullover sweatshirt. Well, it was fun seeing the menagerie, even if I only saw a portion of it, but duty called. So I left and went back to

DAVID GRANGER Managing Editor

work and my wife called. “Were you going by the grocery store?” she asked. “I can,” I replied. “Can you get some goat’s milk or something like that?” she inquired further. Now this, coming from my wife, brought on questions. Why was she, who doesn’t even drink whole milk from a cow (granted, she does enjoy buttermilk with cornbread or Fritos) want goat’s milk? It seems that she had a new furry friend, a victim of Irma in his (her?) own right. A baby squirrel had been tossed from its nest in a cedar tree in our yard and was unable to climb back up. Unsure about the whereabouts of his parents and fearful that another animal (quite possibly one of our dogs) might kill him, Lynn took the tiny squirrel in.

In some ways, it was a random act of kindness. Last night, she treated him like an actual child, wrapping him in a towel and holding him against her to keep him warm. He will not drink the milk. Maybe that will change. Lynn says she plans to take the squirrel to someone that she knows has experience tending to such orphaned critters. That sounds like the best idea to me if one more effort to climb the cedar fails. All this makes me wonder what we would do for unconditional love without animals? And it makes me realize why people like the Thorntons won’t leave their homes when bad weather is promised unless they can take their animals with them. So hug your puppy today, won’t you? You’d miss him if he weren’t there. Granger is the managing editor of Tallapoosa Publishers Elmore County newspapers. He can be reached at david.granger@ thewetumpkaherald.com

Powerball: The big winner is always the government

he second largest Powerball payout in history, $758 million, was won by a Massachusetts woman. She elected to receive a lump-sum payment of $480 million. Massachusetts now has its first Republican woman. Lottery jackpots seem like staggering amounts of money. It is the most money anyone (if you don’t count Prince Charles) has gotten for doing nothing. The winner was excited; now she can afford to shop at Whole Foods. One thing is clear: The real winner in the lottery is government. If you think about it, government is like the Mafia. It runs numbers games (the lottery). It controls drugs (DEA/ Customs/FDA). It controls guns (ATF). It has run guns via the Justice Department’s “Fast and Furious” program. And, via the ATF and state excise taxes, it exerts influence over booze through taxes as high as $34 per gallon on whiskey. Pot is now dealt at the state level. Government operates about the same as the Mafia but with less predictability and better pensions. A Mafia Internal Revenue Service would not target Tea Party groups that are paying their taxes. Here are some rough numbers (rounded up) gleaned

from this near-record jackpot that illustrate just how much money the government takes from citizens to allow them to gamble among themselves. To buy a $2 Powerball ticket, most people would have to earn about $3 before taxes. Much like cockfights, drug dealers and massage parlors, government accepts only cash for lottery tickets. Government sold about $1 billion in Powerball tickets (bought with $1.2 billion pretax dollars) for a Powerball jackpot advertised at about $750 million. I hope you are sitting down — our government lied to you about this number. Top line numbers: About $1.2 billion of pretax dollars were taken from citizens to give them a $750 million up-front pot. But that’s just the beginning. There are federal taxes of 39.6 percent on that amount won. Tack on a Tax-achusetts state tax of 5 or 12 percent (if you are lucky), and the government “only” takes half. The jackpot now is down to $240 million — if you do not plan to die. Die in a few years, and government gets up to another 50 percent in total state and federal estate taxes, leaving the winner’s family to split about $120 million in her estate. To recap: The government get

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it. If you buy a ticket, the odds of winning are 1 in 300 million – and about the same if you do not. Government should be ashamed. It’s just like RON HART Major League Baseball: The Columnist commissioner said Pete Rose would continue to be banned $1.2 billion, less the winner’s from the Hall of Fame because heirs’ $120 million: a net of he may have gambled on games. $1.08 billion. The winner’s The commissioner then had heirs get $120 million, or 10 to leave the news conference percent of the jackpot, while early to go check on MLB’s government gets 90 percent. investment in gambling sites Government numbers are Fan Duel and DraftKings. like this profundity found on the I think we are always happy wall at a Washington, D.C. bar: for the folks who win the “Truth is like poetry. And most Powerball, as long as their people f*%#*^$% hate poetry.” names are not Khloe, Kim, Kris A recent study concluded that or Donald Jr. 70 percent of folks who win the Winning affects most folks lottery are broke within seven about the same way. If you years. Money does not come think Donald Trump and Chuck with instructions, and what Schumer are jerks, just wait the government does not get, until I win the Powerball. hookers and family hangersGovernment tell us that on often do. Like Democrats, Powerball profits go to people always proclaim how education. With all the lottery magnanimous they would be playing in America, one would if they won the lottery. But think we would have the that’s an empty, self-serving, smartest kids in the world by meaningless gesture with money now. they don’t have — just like a political promise. Few winners, Ron Hart is a syndicated if any, follow through. op-ed humorist, award Some say the lottery amounts winning author and TV/radio to a tax on poor people who commentator, you can reach him are not good at math. But just at Ron@RonaldHart.com or try to take it away. They love Twitter @RonaldHart.

Today’s

Quotes

“Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option.” —Mark Twain “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right. —Henry Ford “There is a coherent plan in the universe, though I don’t know what it’s a plan for.” —Fred Hoyle

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“For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” —Hebrews 4:12 “We wait for the blessed hope — the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.” —Titus 2:13-14

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Officials Communication with elected officials is the ke key to good government. To let your most local re representatives know how you feel about state or local matters, contact any of the following. Governor Kay Ivey re represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. She was sw sworn into office on April 10 10, 2017, and can be re reached at 334-2427 7100. Her office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Avenue, M Montgomery, Alabama.

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Steve Marshall was ap appointed Alabama’s 50 Attorney General. 50th H was appointed in He 20 and serves as 2017 th State’s chief law the en enforcement officer. H can be reached He at 334-242-7300, and hi office is located at his 50 Washington Avenue, 501 M Montgomery.

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Mark Tuggle (R) re represents the 81st D District covering Coosa, C Chilton and Tallapoosa co counties. He can be re reached by phone at 25 256-392-2006 or by em at tughd81@gmail. email co His office is located com. at 110 Calhoun Street, S Suite 108, Alexander City. Tom Whatley repre resents the 27th District co covering Lee, Russell an Tallapoosa County. and H was elected to the He A Alabama Senate on Nov. N 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242t7865. His office is locatt7 ed at 337 East Magnolia Drive, Auburn. D

TC C T.C. T. Coley l represents t District 1, including half D of Coley Creek, the Andrew Jackson subA division, the southern di pa part of Indian Hill, North Central Avenue, part C of Pearson’s Chapel R Road, the Northside community and portion co of Spring Hill communi nity. His phone number is 256-212-9316. His ad address is 2316 North C Central Avenue, Kellyton. St Steve Robinson represe sents District 2, which in includes the southern pa part of Alexander City, th the Cedar Creek area, O Ourtown and Willow Po Point. His phone numbe ber is 256-654-0047. H His address is 300 H Heritage Drive Alexander C City.

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Jo John McKelvey re represents District 3, which includes Ja Jackson’s Gap, H Hackneyville, New S Site and Daviston. McKelvey currently M se serves as chairman. H His phone number is 256-794-4405. His John ad address is 1285 Freeman R Road, Dadeville. E Emma Jean Thweatt represents District re 4, which includes D Dadeville, Pace’s Point, northern Po C Camp Hill, Buttston, D Dudleyville and part of Eagle Creek. She ca can be reached at 82 825-4207. Her address is 585 Brookwood Circle, D Dadeville.

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G George Carleton Jr. re represents District 5, which includes southw er ern Camp Hill, Red R Ridge, Walnut Hill, Union and Pleasant U R Ridge. His address is 630 Turner Road Road, Dadeville. R

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RAZOR SHARP

Alexander City knifemaker has blades around the world By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Knives have been around for centuries from the ancient swords of the samurai to the Bowie knives of the American frontier. First they were carried for survival, hunting and helping construct shelter. Today, knives are used more for sport and collecting and Alexander City’s Charlie Edmondson is building a world class reputation in the world of knife making. Unlike many of the branded knives on the market, some of which have centuries of manufacturing under their belt, Edmondson is a relative newcomer to the game sort to speak. He got in trying to find high quality workmanship and trying to find something to do with his spare time. “It was a pure hobby,” Edmondson said. “I started doing this in 2008. I wanted to learn how to make high performance knives. In today’s society, you can’t consider much of what you see as high performance. You see high volume. You don’t see very high quality, and it’s because every single piece has to be hand finished.” Edmondson said time is the reason. “That is not something that a lot of people want to do because it takes a long time to do,” Edmondson said. “I guess I just happen to not have as much to do. I was lucky enough that at one point in my life I had nothing better to do.” Originally Edmondson made knives in the forge but has moved into grinding knives because of the quality of stainless steel available. Grinding may sound easy but not if you want quality and Edmondson does it without jigs or rests on his grinder. “It is something that takes a lot of work,” Edmondson explained. “I have a friend that still can’t do it after six years. It takes lots of practices. You have to stand in front of a grinder for hours upon hours upon hours to learn it.” Edmondson’s shop is now in a part of a converted barn, after getting his start grinding in a small space and found a love for a new hobby. “We had a little basement,”

Edmondson stated. “I would grind for sometimes 18 hours a day. I have ground so long before that when I started it was dark and when I got done it was dark again without eating. “When you can you forget to eat, chances are you are doing what you are meant to do.” Edmondson also worked as an apprentice. Edmondson’s metalworking education now lets him appreciate quality even more. “I can tell the difference between one that is rushed together and one that is quality,” Edmondson said. “I enjoy sharing it with people. It is a cool hobby.” And share he does as today knives created by Alexander City’s Charlie Edmondson are used for more than just himself or a few collectors. A quick look at his Facebook page, Edmondson Elite, one can see his knives are carried by America’s heroes across the world. His knives have been spotted in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Pacific. “Very big thanks to Charlie Edmondson!!” Marty S. Guthrie said on his Facebook page. “From all the way out here in Afghanistan. I love the knife man, its perfect!” Some buyers even had Christmas in August. “Santa came today!” Robert Marshall said. “Thanks Charlie, it’s beyond sick.” Edmondson explained he makes his knives in limited runs and often changes his designs. “I hand draw the designs myself,” Edmondson said. From there he enters them into an Autocad program before the basic shapes are cut into stainless steel. Then Edmondson heat-treats and checks the hardness of the steel before beginning the grinding and constructing the handles and sheaths himself. Edmondson is sharing his knowledge having taken on a couple apprentices. Even if things slow down, he hopes to still be able to continue his knife making. “If I can just keep this going and allow it to express myself, pay for the steel and belts, that is all I care about,” Edmondson said. “I am happy it has a little purpose in supplying joy to myself and others.”

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Alexander City’s Charlie Edmondson began crafting knives in 2008, though it started only as a hobby. With years of experience and hard work, he is building a world class reputation in the sport of knifemaking.

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MISTLETOE MIRACLE

A REFUGE FOR THE HOMELESS

Congrats to our 2017 Volunteer of the year, Emily Carter. She was our very first volunteer and has faithfully been with us throughout the years. Many years of love and service to the dogs of Rescue K911. Thank you Emily! We love you!!! Save your Purina weight circles and drop them off or mail them to Rescue K911 P.O. Box 862 Auburn, AL 36831. They all help & add up fast. Thank you for helping the dogs & cats without a home of their own.

Century old oak falls, but spares historic bed and breakfast for damage

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When storms threaten your community, home and business owners take precautions, then hope and pray for the best as the weather rolls in. That was exactly what Mistletoe Bough Bed and Breakfast owner Sandra Mae Mellott did as she went to bed Monday night after winds from Tropical Storm Irma had blown through the area. A massive oak tree that has stood tall on the property for more than a century had been the main source of her angst. “We knew that eventually we would probably have to have it taken down, because it had been damaged before,” Mellott said. “It’s right there in front of the inn and it was just so pretty. As I laid down Monday night, I just laid there thinking about it and praying about – hoping it would make it through the storm and that everything would be alright.” But at about 5 a.m. Tuesday, the roots of the majestic oak could no longer support the tree with the grounds saturated from nearly three inches of rain and down it came. “My guests heard it, but I slept right through it,” Mellott said. “When my husband got home and came up and told me, at first I thought he was kidding. But we looked out and there it was. I couldn’t believe what I saw.” Expecting the worst considering the size and weight of the tree, the more they looked and surveyed the scene they couldn’t find any damage to the structure of the house.

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Sandra Mae Mellott poses in front of a massive 122-year-old oak that fell at Mistletoe Bough early Tuesday morning. Below, despite the tremendous size of the tree, the house, including the turret at the side of the front porch, received little or no damage.

Despite being brushed and hit with glancing blows from the tree’s limbs, the porch was unharmed, the roof remained intact and the turret atop the home’s corner porch had a few sticks and leaves on top, but was still as regal as it was before the ordeal. “It was almost like God saw it falling and carefully laid it down in a way that the branches just magically fit perfectly around every detail of the house,” Mellott said. “I mean there is no damage at all outside the portion of the sidewalk that came up with the roots. I mean there were cable lines and power lines right there and they weren’t even harmed. I still have power and cable. If you had experts here and measured and planned, you couldn’t have had it happen like this. It’s just the most unbelievable thing I have

ever seen.” Historic photos of the house that were taken shortly after it was completed in 1895 show the oak as a chest-high sapling, meaning the tree was at least 122 years old. Ironically Mistletoe Bough was hosting folks from Florida that had evacuated prior to Irma hitting there. “They were out taking pictures and sending them back to friends and family in Florida,” Mellott said. “It was like they evacuated here to be safe and look at this big tree that came down. It was a beautiful tree and a big part of the inn’s history, but everyone is safe and unharmed. That’s the big thing.” Mellott said they would make plans to have the tree cut and removed in the days to come. Until then, she will just count her blessings.

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ANNUAL REPORT 2016-2017 Mission – To enhance the quality of life for low income people through mobilizing resources and providing services to promote self sufficiency. Vision – Undeserved people enabled to become self sufficient. HEAD START Chambers-Tallapoosa Head Start is a comprehensive child development program which serves five hundred twenty- eight (528) children ages three (3) to five (5) from low income families. Ten percent (10%) of these are children with disabilities. We promote school readiness of children by enhancing their growth in the following domains: • Perceptual, Motor and Physical Development • Approaches to Learning • Social and Emotional Development • Language and Literacy • Cognition PARENT, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Parent, Family and Community Engagement is at the core of our program success. Head Start families can participate in the classroom as a volunteer, assist with classroom projects and make suggestions for classroom activities. Parents serve on the Policy Council, Board of Directors and partner with staff members in decision making for the program. Parents participate in training such as parenting, job training, health and nutrition and school readiness. Parents also participate in the following activities during the year: • Open House • Monthly Parent Meetings • Monthly Parent Classroom Activities • Luncheons • Fun Day Activities • Parent/Teacher Conferences • Take Home Activities • Workshops and Trainings • Home Visits PROGRAM OPERATION INFORMATION Number of Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Number of Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Average Class Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Number of Hours Per Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Number of Days Per Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 HEAD START STATISTICAL REPORT Funded Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528 Number of Children Served . . . . . . . . . . . . . .614 Number of Families Served . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 589 Average Attendance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85% APPROACHES TO EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Chambers-Tallapoosa Head Start has established School Readiness Goals that are aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, Alabama Pre-K Performance Standards and Alabama Early

Learning Guidelines. Teaching Strategies Gold is the assessment tool used to track a child’s progress and is completed three (3) times a year. Reports are generated and shared with parents during parent conferences and home visits. This data is also shared with the Policy Council and the Board of Directors. The Spring Assessment scores indicated that the following percentage of children met or exceeded the widely held expectations in these domains: Social Emotional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96% Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99% Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99% Cognitive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92% Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91% FINANCIAL REPORT The CAC/CTC Head Start Program received a budget of $3,656,620.00 from the Office of Head Start for the operation of the program for the 2016-2017 program year. We received $46,838.00 for professional development, $135,000.00 from the Department of Early Childhood Education, and $6,500.00 from United Way. Our non-federal share (in-kind) was $914,155.00. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is a program that reimburses a certain percentage for every meal (breakfast and lunch) and every snack we serve to enrolled children. This program year, we received a total of $414,100.00 in reimbursements. Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,326.170.00 Fringe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$402,264.00 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,720.00 Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$69,793.00 Contractual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15,914.00 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$910,817.00 Indirect Cost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $455,042.00 AUDIT AND FEDERAL REVIEW From 2/1/2017 to 3/2/2017, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) conducted an ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment and Attendance) review even for the Chambers-Tallapoosa-Coosa Community Action Agency Head Start program. Based on the information gathered, no area of noncompliance was found during the course of the review. We would like to extend our gratitude to the Board of Directors, Policy Council, Parents, Partners, Staff and Regional Office who assist us in providing quality services to the children and families we serve. The library that was donated by “Tuck R.U.S.H. for Literacy” at our V. Robinson site is constantly being supplied with new books for the children and families. Submitted By: Dillie Mitchell, Head Start Director David Boleware, Executive Director Mack Bradley, Finance Officer

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could still be fairly intense as it crossed central Alabama, the county saw mostly heavy rain and moderate to high winds. Even so, agencies in Alexander City and Dadeville were ready. In Dadeville, Fire Chief Anthony Wilkerson reported members of the fire department joined the police and street departments in responding to calls of tree limbs down in the roads across town, while also keeping the fire stationed constantly manned from 8 a.m. until midnight. “We had one house on West Lafayette Street where a tree fell on it, and around 3:30 this morning, we got a call for a structure fire,” he said. “That was about the worst of what we saw here in Dadeville.” Alexander City Director of Public Works Gerard Brewer said they began preparations early. “We met Friday and again first thing Monday morning,” Brewer said. “We mapped out a game plan at around 7:30 Monday morning. We had a good plan in place.” During the early afternoon hours, Brewer said the department received approximately 12 calls about downed tree limbs, as well as a couple of spots where drains had become clogged with debris and were flooding as a result. “We drove around town Friday, and again early Monday morning making sure drains and ditches were clear,” he said. “When we got these calls, we went out and cleared them up before it could cause too much damage.” The public works department also coordinated with the light department and Alabama Power to make sure that the handful of power outages reported in Alexander City remained minor incidents instead of growing into major problems. The Shady Point area, which is served by Alabama Power, was probably the most impacted as residents there were without power for nearly 19 hours. “We were prepared for the worst. We brought in additional personnel for the evening and night shift,” said Alexander City Police Chief Jay Turner. “We had barricades for closing off roads ready to go.” Even though there were no serious issues that arose, Turner said he and his department were well prepared for anything that might have popped up, but was thankful things did not get serious. Similarly, Captain Jeff Brewer with the Alexander City Fire Department said they were as prepared as possible for potential disaster. “We were keeping a close eye on the storm,” he said. “We checked to make sure our generators were running, our chainsaws were sharp and all our trucks were fueled up.” Like the other city agencies, he said there were a few additional firefighters called in, just in case there were some firefighters unable to return to the station. Station 2 was also the temporary headquarters for a street department crew Monday. “All in all, it was a relatively quiet night,” Brewer said. “We were prepared, but luckily, we didn’t have to get out and do a lot.” Just as important as being ready, all four talked about how their respective departments were able to coordinate with others to effectively respond to the reports coming in. “I’m proud the city is so closely coordinated, with everyone giving complete cooperation to each other,” Gerard Brewer said. The three were also very appreciative of those who showed their support, including volunteers who chipped in and helped get the necessary work done. “The mayor came by several times throughout the day, checking in on us and making sure we were doing all right,” Wilkerson said. “The mayor and city leaders did a good job in being prepared for the storm. All of the city departments did a good job,” Jeff Brewer added.

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Top: Members of the New Site Volunteer Fire Department cut up a large stree that fell on Highway 22 near Gemany’s Ferry Road and move the debris. County highway crews had started the removal and had one lane cleared when these volunteers came to work the other side. Middle: Alexander City officials were called to this home on Jefferson Street Monday where trees came down and collected some power lines with it. Above: A local man received non-life-threatening injuries when the truck he was driving struck a tree that fell in front of him as he drove along Highway 22 between Daviston and New Site Monday.

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Area shelters keep evacuees and locals safe By MITCH SNEED and CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writers

Open the shelter and she will come As the shelter opened in Dadeville Monday afternoon, Lucille Peavy was there as she always is. Peavy almost never misses a shelter opening. “I’d rather be safe than sorry,” the Dadeville resident said from the basement of the Tallapoosa County Courthouse as she took refuge from Irma. “I am here every time.” Peavy does not know how long she will stay in the shelter. “I will stay ‘til it’s over with,” Peavy said. “I have stayed to three o’clock in the morning one time.” Peavy likes to take the precautionary step of going to the shelter because she lives in a mobile home. “I don’t stay in no trailer when there is a storm,” she said. Despite going to the shelter previously, Peavy did stay home once. It happened to be in April 2011 and it is a lesson she will never forget. “There were trees laying down everywhere,” Peavy said. “I thought I’d try one and I about messed up.” Florida family heads to Alexander City for shelter Alexander City Church of Christ made the decision Tuesday to open its church to anyone seeking shelter from Irma, especially evacuees. “We had the thought when we saw how the storm was developing to see what we could do to help,” said Rev. Brendon Chance. “So we put it our on social media, the church’s Facebook page and just see if we could help. It just seemed like the perfect ministry opportunity to help those who needed it in a very challenging time.” In Titusville, Florida, a family saw the approaching storm and knew it had to make plans. So Sara Woods, who was actually visiting her daughter Kelsey Reimer and her family in Florida after fleeing her own brush with Hurricane Harvey in Houston, loaded up with three kids and headed to Alexander City. “We had water up to our foundation at our home in Houston,” Woods said. “We had damage to our roof and lost a car, but we had it nothing like so many of the people there. But I had the trip planned and thought it was a perfect time to go. Then came Irma.” Titusville is near the east coast and at times it looked like it would be in the middle of the Irma’s wrath. So

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Dadeville resident Lucille Peavy was the first in the shelter at the Tallapoosa County Courthouse in Dadeville. Peavy is often the first one to show up when the shelter is opened.

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Sara Woods, Kelsey Reimer along with 11-year-old Brayden, 12-year-old Devin and 7-month old Can pose in the temporary shelter set up at Alexander City Church of Christ. The family called the shelter a Godsend and thanked the church for opening its doors for them and other evacuees.

they left Wednesday, spent one night in Pensacola with Kelsey’s husband Ty who was working there, and came to make the church their temporary home until the storm passed. Luckily, the storm took a more westward path and the Reimer’s home was spared any serious damage. “This is just such a blessing,” Kelsey Reimer said. “If it hadn’t been for this, there would have been no way that we could have afforded to do this. Five of us, three meals a day and to pay for

a hotel – it would have been almost impossible. The people here have been incredible and we will never be able to thank them enough.” In all the church welcome 11 people into the shelter and Chance said it was great to be able to be there for those in need. “It was a learning experience and in the future we will be more prepared and hope to help even more people,” Chance said.

President Donald J. Trump on Monday approved Governor Kay Ivey’s request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the State of Alabama. The President declared that an emergency exists in the State of Alabama and ordered Federal assistance to supplement existing response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on Sept. 8, and continuing. Ivey, during a phone call with the President Sunday, requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration to assist the State of Alabama in Hurricane Irma relief efforts. “In a phone call on Sunday, President Donald Trump promised me that he ‘had Alabama’s back’ and in approving our request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration, the President has proven to be a man of his word,” Ivey said. “He and his team are doing a tremendous job managing this disaster in several states, and I am thankful for their hard work on behalf of Alabama, and their willingness to quickly approve our request.” The Emergency Declaration authorizes the Department of Homeland Security and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to coordinate all disaster relief efforts. The Federal assistance will help alleviate the tremendous task of local relief efforts. It will also provide appropriate assistance for required emergency measures authorized under title V of the Stafford Act, to save lives, protect property, and ensure public health and safety, and to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in 67 counties and the Poarch Creek Indian Tribe in the State of Alabama. FEMA is authorized to identify, mobilize and provide, at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impacts of the emergency. Emergency protective measures, including direct Federal assistance, will be provided at 75 percent Federal funding. Brock Long, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security, named Warren J. Riley as the Federal Coordinating Officer for Federal recovery operations in the affected areas.

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during this. In addition, Smith wanted to recognize Fire Chief Anthony Wilkerson and the volunteer firefighters who responded to a structure fire early Tuesday morning. “They won’t quit,” he said. The council also took the time to talk about upcoming events planned for the near future, including the Fall Festival on Sept. 23, the Dadeville High School homecoming and things taking place at Halloween. Councilman Roy Mathis asked if the city had planned on doing anything for hurricane relief. It was suggested the town rent a booth during the Fall Festival, where monetary and supply donations could be accepted. Linda Andrews with the Chamber of Commerce believed the council would be able to set up a booth for this at no charge.

With Dadeville High School’s homecoming set for Sept. 22, Smith asked Chief Barbour if he remembered what all the day would entail, to which Barbour replied he did. Councilwoman Teneeshia Goodman-Johnson asked if it would be possible to have a town trunk-or-treat in the downtown area to try and cut down on Halloween traffic. Mayor Smith said the town can set hours for trick-or-treating across Dadeville, but they could also encourage the public to go to this trunk-or-treat event. Abbi Mangarelli wanted to see about setting a date for trick-or-treating at the library. Mayor Smith suggested tentatively scheduling it for Oct. 31, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. “Things are going on in Dadeville. There’s a lot of optimism all over town,” Smith said.

Towards the end of their meeting, the council passed a motion, accepting a resolution recognizing the three-year celebration of Alabama’s bicentennial. Everyone was reminded that part of the bicentennial tour would be arriving in Dadeville for display in April 2019. “Look for this to be a big thing,” Smith said. The Dadeville City Council also discussed the following matters Tuesday night: • Minutes from the Aug. 22 meeting were approved. • Now that school has started back, Mangarelli reported things were picking up at the library. She also reminded the council they still needed to appoint a new member to the library board. The council passed a motion appointing Linda Andrews to the post. • Johnson reported the water board had approved their

budget for the upcoming fiscal year. • It was noted the grant supervisor for the demolition project had been changed to the East Alabama Regional Planning Commission. • The city was waiting on a response from ALDOT regarding a change to the ongoing East Lafayette Street project. • With the results of core samples from the courthouse square survey in, Smith said all involved parties would be meeting Monday to decide on a future course of action. • The issues regarding the North Loop project were settled, and all that remained was a little bit of cleaning up at the site. • Clearing brush on the Highway 49 right of way was beginning. • Mayor Smith said the council was still looking for a

Kiwanis David T. King Jr. in 1998, according to information Tankersley had available for the Kiwanians and Key Club members. The commission holds tours once a year to go out and get a closer look at some of the more significant sites around the crater area, while also putting out plenty of information about the crater around Wetumpka. “This upcoming year, the tour is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 24, and Dr. King will be coming up from Auburn on Thursday the 22nd to give a talk,” Tankersley said. “There is a display about the impact crater set up in the city administration building.” The tour costs $20 per person and is the only tour guided by members

few more people interested in serving on the Senior Nutrition Advisory council. • It was reported the city could do work on the immediate right of way to help fix the issue with a ditch on Watkins Street. • Smith told the council to be looking over the proposed city budget and be ready to vote on it at the next council meeting. “I want to thank (City Clerk Mike) Gardner for his work on the budget,” Councilman Dick Harrelson said. • The council approved a request to rent the recreational center. • A motion to pay the city’s bills was passed. The next meeting of the Dadeville City Council will be Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the Dadeville City Hall. A precouncil meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., with the regular council meeting to follow at 6.

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of the commission. The group would like to add more tours of the crater, but there have been issues with expanding it. “Funding is the issue,” Tankersley said. “There has been no lack of people being interested. This past summer, we had a man from Belgium and a couple of people from Asia come and go through the exhibit at the administration building.” In addition to the crater itself, Tankersley described how evidence of the impact and aftermath could be found all over the area, including rocks and geological formations traditionally found deep underground sitting right at the surface around Wetumpka and a type of soil found mainly in

Montgomery County scattered across the area, brought there by the tsunami. For those wanting to learn more about the Wetumpka Impact Crater, which was officially designated as an internationally recognized impact crater in 2002, the exhibit at the Wetumpka City Administration Building is open Monday

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through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. while a historical information marker stands in front of the Elmore County Health Department building. One of the best places to see the rim, according to information provided by the commission, is behind the CVS pharmacy and the First Community Bank on U.S. Highway 231.

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Rescue K911 features some of the most caring people who work with the animals they give a second chance. Larry Weaver, Loraine Weaver and Beth McFarlane spent Saturday delivering burgers to their dogs, while below, Susan Chidsey hand feeds Ollie the dog.

DOGGIE BURGER DAY With the help of Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Dadeville, dogs at Rescue K911 in Camp Hill get special treat

It was Hamburger Day at the Rescue K911 in Camp Hill Saturday, so there were ots of happy wagging tails. The burgers were supplied by Jackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Dadedville and the animals enjoyed their unexpected treat at feeding time. Rescue K911 is a companion animal sanctuary for homeless dogs. Rescue K911 is an all-volunteer organization operating solely on donations and help from those that love animals. Rescue K911 is dedicated to providing food, medical care and shelter, along with caring hearts and loving arms. They work to give each rescued animal another chance at life and love. To learn more on how you can help the group, call 256-896-4694 or send a message to rescuek911inc@yahoo.com

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ver the course of one calendar year, Reeltown is adding three sports to its repertoire. The Rebels kicked off a track and field program in the spring, have added volleyball this fall and will bring about a new wrestling program during the winter season. Now, I won’t say starting a track and field program is by any means easy. Especially for some of the field events, there’s a lot of equipment and technique involved, and I’ve run enough track (by enough, I mean two races, and that was plenty) to know it’s not just running as fast as you can. But with some natural speed and ability plus a few good technical coaches, it’s not overly surprising Reeltown had such success with its first program. A volleyball team is a whole different story. First of all, it’s not like volleyball is a common sport people grow up watching. Maybe you’ve played beach volleyball with a few of your friends, but actual indoor competitive volleyball just isn’t reaming with popularity. It’s also incredibly difficult to learn the rules. I played volleyball for a couple years, and I still don’t even remember all the intricacies about when a setter can hit from where and how close a hitter is allowed to be to the net. All the positions are vastly different, and it’s an extremely fast sport where you have to be quick on your feet and quick in your brain. “It’s all about quickness,” Benjamin Russell coach Pam Robinson said during my season preview interview with her. “It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re fast like a fast runner, but you gotta be quick — quick hands, quick reflexes, good agility.” Volleyball is also such a game of momentum swings, especially with the rally scoring which is currently used in high school volleyball. I know a lot of coaches talk about momentum and

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how you can’t get down when something bad happens on the court or field, but this is especially true with volleyball. When a team goes up by even five or 10 points, it can be nearly impossible to recover from. And with the aforementioned quickness of the game, you’ve gotta have an exceptionally short memory. You have almost no time to forget that service error or that muffed pass. In short, Reeltown is taking on something that’s pretty unbelievable. I got a chance to see the Rebels in their debut match, which in and of itself is pretty cool because this is the first time this school has ever played volleyball. Nobody else will ever be able to say that for Reeltown. I also watched a bit of their match against the Wildcats’ JV team, and a couple thoughts occurred to me. First of all, their numbers are awesome. While I recently wrote a column about roster sizes being so low in football, Reeltown doesn’t seem to have that problem for its volleyball team. It even has enough to fill a JV and varsity squad. I also was impressed with their team camaraderie. The girls never got down on each other or argued, despite not such great scores. They also went absolutely crazy when something did go right. I can count on one hand the number of times Reeltown laid down a true kill against Dadeville in its debut match. Eryn Wells and Taniya Haynes each had block kills, and Markesha Shaw had a solid kill in the third set, and all three times, you could tell the Rebels felt like state champions. And honestly, they should. They are taking on a tall, tall task. Lizi Arbogast is the sports editor of The Record.

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Reeltown’s Tre Hughley (24) is taken down by a Horseshoe Bend defender during last year’s matchup.

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Reeltown looks to keep streak alive By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Horseshoe Bend and Reeltown have met on the gridiron 15 times, and not once have the Generals walked away with the victory. On Friday, the Rebels look to keep that streak alive. But it’s not going to be easy, if the Generals have anything to say about it. “It’s definitely a big game for the players and the community,” Horseshoe Bend coach

REELTOWN VS. HORSESHOE BEND Game date: Reeltown Rebels at Horseshoe Bend Generals ... Friday, 7 p.m. ... Class 2A Region 5 game Media coverage: Follow @liziarbogast on Twitter for live updates. Teams: Reeltown (1-2, 1-0) is coming off its first win of the season in a 52-6 victory over Woodland ... The Generals (1-1, 0-1) lost last week at the hands of Lanett. Series: The Rebels lead the series 15-0. Horseshoe Bend has never beaten the Rebels. Outlook prediction: Generals by 7. Josh Averett said. “Everyone’s been telling

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Dadeville hopes to bounce back offensive core. Quarterback Zachary Roberts threw for 195 yards last week, and he was aided by running back Jakobi After such a promising Hunter, who picked up 168 start to the season, Dadeville’s yards on the ground. football team was knocked Dadeville will need to buckle down a level when it began down defensively and key in on Class 4A Region 3 play last some of Leeds’ top players if it week against Munford. The hopes to stop the rushing attack. Tigers were defeated, 50-15, and seemed unable to handle the Last week, the Tigers gave up 116 yards and two touchdowns Lions’ offensive explosiveness. to Munford’s Zay Britt. And with the schedule it Offensively, the Tigers will has in front of it, things are also hope to get their skill not going to get any easier for players moving again. Qua Dadeville. The Tigers hit the road again Tucker and Kadore Glenn both started the season on high notes, this week, this time heading to Leeds, which is currently ranked but struggled to be effective last week. It was Tykeem Holley No. 2 in Class 4A. and Jalen Sullivan who had the Leeds began its region play scores against Munford. with a convincing, 41-14 win With a 2-1 (0-1) record, over Elmore County. Like Dadeville is looking to avoid a Munford, the Green Wave 0-2 hole to start region play. has a lethal and well-balanced By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

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Dadeville battles to four-set win vs. Tallassee By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

It looked like Dadeville’s volleyball team was going to cruise to a three-set victory on Thursday night against area opponent Tallassee. After winning the first two sets, 25-19 and 25-23, the Dadeville Tigers had a five-point lead late in the third set. But Tallassee turned up the heat and forced a fourth set before Dadeville finally closed out the victory. Tallassee won the third set, 25-23, before Dadeville completed a 25-19 win to finish out the match. “We really want to go to state, so we pulled together and we tried our best to get the win,” Dadeville’s India Miller said. “We were looking forward to this game all week.” After an easy win over Reeltown to start the season earlier in the week, Dadeville was definitely put to the test against Tallassee. But its biggest strength Thursday night was its ability to mix in some tips and pushes alongside its power hitters. “They killed us in the middle with tips, so that’s something we’ll work

on in practice and pick it up,” Tallassee coach Katie Haley said. “All you can do is see what we’re struggling with, work on it at practice and hopefully get them next time.” Quanesha Presley, Amaya Hatcher and Denaya Pogue were the top hitters for Dadeville throughout the match, but it seemed like each one got hot at a different time. Presley was the standout early on, then in the second set, Pogue was the go-to girl. Hatcher also had a few shining moments, including a kill to end the second set. Dadeville was up as much as 22-16 in the second set before Tallassee climbed back into the game and tied it up 23-23. After an unforced Tallassee error, Hatcher laid down a hard hit to finish out the set. “It’s hard (as a setter) because all of our hitters are great and they all have determination,” Miller said. “It’s just finding whichever one I think is doing great that game.” Miller and Maliya Williams, who also helped with the setting duties, had quite a few tips of their own, which seemed to throw Tallassee off its game. “I think Tallassee was

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(First-place votes and current record in parentheses)

Class 7A

1. Cent-Phenix City (19) (2-0) 280 2. Hoover (5) (1-1) 236 3. Thompson (1-0) 187 4. Hewitt-Trussville (1) (1-0) 178 5. McGill-Toolen (2-0) 151 6. James Clemens (1-0) 121 7. Spain Park (2-0) 111 8. Auburn (2-0) 81 9. Mountain Brook (2-0) 40 10. Baker (2-0) 18 Others receiving votes: Theodore (2-0) 10, Enterprise (1-1) 7, Oak Mountain (2-0) 2, Bob Jones (0-2) 1, Murphy (0-2) 1, Sparkman (1-0) 1. Lizi Arbogast / The Record

Dadeville’s Quanesha Presley lays down a kill against Tallassee on Thursday night. Dadeville won in four sets.

looking for them to go at it and really hit it,” Dadeville coach Felicia Edwards said. “So they were deciding to go ahead and tip it because they were expecting more power-hitting.” After a strong serving game against Reeltown, Dadeville will need to go back to the draw board, as it had 11 service errors against Tallassee. And despite getting off to a 2-0

Streak It’s not lost on me. It’s definitely possible, too. We have the talent; it’s just about who has a better Friday night.” Reeltown (1-2, 1-0) is coming off its first win of the season, and it did so in convincing fashion with a 52-6 victory over Woodland. Offensively, the Rebels got big games from the likes of running back Cameron Faison and wide receiver Eric Shaw, and they have plenty of skill players to add to that duo. The victory also allowed the Rebels’ depth to get some much-needed experience, as they played every player on the roster. “We’ve had a lot of skill guys that have done a great job the past few weeks,” Reeltown coach Matt Johnson said. “The key was getting everybody

start to the season, Edwards said there is definitely room for improvement if Dadeville is going to meet its ultimate goals this season. “We missed a lot of serves, so we’ll be working on that and staying in the net,” Edwards said. “We also had a lot of points lost for being on the net, so we’ll focus on those two things.”

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healthy, and we’re starting to get back to being almost 100 percent. We have some backs we can run in and out, we’re comfortable with what we’re doing with our receivers, and up front, we’re starting to gee that narrowed down from moving guys around with injuries. I was really pleased with our guys last week.” But Horseshoe Bend has a few stud skill players of its own, and the Generals (1-1, 0-1) are looking to avenge their first loss of the season. They were put to the test against Lanett, and Horseshoe Bend came up quite short, to the tune of 50-6. “There are a lot of things we gotta do better, and we need a lot of work on some things,” Averett said. “It goes back to fundamentals, and we gotta do a better job

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on blocking and tackling.” Reeltown will look to key in on Trace Meadows, who has been the team’s leading rusher all season. He had 95 yards and the Generals’ only touchdown against Lanett. “We’ve got to limit big plays out of them and specifically (Meadows),” Johnson said. “From a defensive standpoint, that’s our big thing. He’s gonna tote the play over 20 or 25 carries a game, so we just have to limit his production.” Much like the Lanett Panthers, Reeltown threatens with explosive firepower. The Rebels scored three times on special teams last week and had a fumble returned for a score. They also saw good direction from quarterback Logan Hunt, who threw

two touchdown passes. “Defensively, they move around a lot, and that makes it difficult at times because they show you multiple coverages, they blitz a lot, so it makes it tough,” Johnson said. “Offensively, we have to pick up their movement. If we can have them guessing and shoot from the hip a little bit, then I think we’ll be successful.” In addition to this being a rivalry game, it’s also a region game which had big implications last season. “We’ve got to try to eliminate those big plays we gave up on Friday night,” Averett said. “Horseshoe Bend and Reeltown were third and fourth in the region last year, so this game decided that third place, and I’m looking at it the same way this year.”

Class 6A

1. Austin (15) (2-0) 264 2. Blount (5) (2-0) 226 3. Pinson Valley (4) (2-0) 208 4. Oxford (1) (2-0) 202 5. Ramsay (0-1) 109 6. Opelika (1-1) 97 7. Wetumpka (2-0) 84 8. Spanish Fort (1-1) 59 9. Daphne (1-1) 39 10. Jackson-Olin (2-0) 24 Others receiving votes: Hartselle (2-0) 21, Sidney Lanier (2-0) 16, Homewood (2-0) 11, Saraland (2-0) 11, Minor (1-1) 9, Muscle Shoals (1-1) 9, Benjamin Russell (1-0) 8, Clay-Chalkville (2-0) 7, Albertville (2-0) 6, Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa (0-2) 4, Baldwin Co. (2-0) 3, Carver-Birmingham (2-0) 2, Hazel Green (0-1) 2, Park Crossing (1-1) 2, Shades Valley 2-0) 2.

Class 5A

1. Briarwood Chr. (15) (1-0) 267 2. St. Paul’s (10) (2-0) 254 3. Alexandria (2-0) 176 4. Carroll (1-0) 159 5. Beauregard (0-1) 147 6. Wenonah (1-0) 126 7. Greenville (1-0) 69 8. Mae Jemison-Huntsville (2-0) 60 9. Pleasant Grove (1-0) 34 10. Cent.-Clay Co. (1-1) 33 Others receiving votes: Jackson (1-0) 23, Vigor (0-2) 22, Eufaula (1-1) 15, Curry (2-0) 12, Sylacauga (2-0) 8, Brooks (0-1) 4, Jemison (1-1) 4, Faith Academy (1-0) 3, Guntersville (1-0) 3, Williamson (2-0) 3, Moody (1-0) 2, Citronelle (1-0) 1.

Class 4A

1. UMS-Wright (23) (2-0) 292 2. Leeds (1) (2-0) 197

3. Rogers (1) (2-0) 192 T4. Andalusia (1-1) 142 T4. Fayette Co. (2-0) 142 6. Handley (0-1) 135 7. Hokes Bluff (1-0) 130 T8. Madison Acad. (0-1) 59 T8. Tallassee (2-0) 59 10. Thomasville (2-0) 19 Others receiving votes: St. James (1-1) 18, Wilson (2-0) 15, Deshler (2-0) 7, Madison Co. (1-0) 7, Dale Co. (2-0) 6, Saks (1-0) 3, Alabama Chr. (2-0) 1, Dadeville (2-0) 1.

Class 3A

1. Mobile Chr. (20) (1-0) 284 2. Piedmont (5) (1-1) 231 3. Ohatchee (2-0) 195 4. Montevallo (1-0) 156 5. Gordo (1-1) 143 6. Oakman (1-0) 112 7. Weaver (2-0) 89 8. Pike Co. (1-0) 78 9. Randolph Co. (1-0) 55 10. T.R. Miller (1-0) 41 Others receiving votes: Hillcrest-Evergreen (1-0) 21, Opp (0-1) 9, Plainview (2-0) 4, Clarke Co. (0-1) 3, Flomaton (2-0) 2, Glencoe (2-0) 1, Lauderdale Co. (0-1) 1.

Class 2A

1. Fyffe (24) (1-0) 297 2. Lanett (1) (2-0) 222 3. Leroy (1-0) 170 4. Aliceville (0-1) 169 5. Elba (0-1) 147 6. LaFayette (1-1) 123 7. Luverne (1-0) 63 8. Tanner (1-1) 52 9. Goshen (1-0) 43 10. G.W. Long (0-1) 42 Others receiving votes: Sulligent (2-0) 27, Sand Rock (0-1) 19, Abbeville (1-0) 12, Cleveland (1-0) 9, Washington Co. (1-0) 6, Horseshoe Bend (1-0) 4, New Brockton (0-1) 4, Fayetteville (1-0) 3, West End (1-1) 3, Ider (1-0) 2, J.U. Blacksher (1-0) 2, Tarrant (0-1) 2, Thorsby (1-0) 2, Keith (1-1) 1, Sheffield (0-2) 1.

Class 1A

1. Maplesville (25) (1-0) 300 2. Pickens Co. (1-0) 201 3. Brantley (1-0) 184 4. Addison (2-0) 166 5. Sweet Water (0-1) 152 6. Marengo (1-0) 101 7. Linden (0-1) 97 8. Georgiana (2-0) 57 9. Cedar Bluff (0-1) 46 10. Hackleburg (1-0) 32 Others receiving votes: Houston Co. (2-0) 28, Notasulga (1-1) 13, Isabella (1-0) 11, Decatur Heritage (1-0) 9, Wadley (1-0) 8, Brilliant (1-1) 7, Lynn (2-0) 5, Cherokee (2-0) 3, Meek (2-0) 2, Spring Garden (0-1) 2, Coosa Chr. (1-1) 1.

Auburn football from an outsider’s perspective In one of my first columns here at The Record, I picked Auburn as my team of choice in the great state of Alabama. So many of you are probably looking at me as a biased journalist for heading down to the Auburn vs. Georgia Southern game — especially after my not-so-good pick of Florida State to beat the Crimson Tide — but really, I don’t especially care about the Tigers. Watching Bryant Horn and Jacksonville State on ESPN or seeing the Ohio State-Indiana drama unfold to kick off the college football season was just as exciting to me as the first day of the Auburn and Alabama seasons. But I will say, getting to go to my first Auburn game was pretty unreal. Although I was there as a working journalist — I sat in the pressbox and fought the urge to yell “War Eagle” incessantly — I did have the opportunity to get the full Auburn experience. From the Tiger Walk, which would’ve probably delivered more if I hadn’t have been behind a literal sea of orange and blue, to watching the actual War Eagle soar above the stadium (which, by the way, who knew?) before the game was all pretty overwhelming. Let’s talk about that eagle for a second. OK, so I knew about this “war eagle” tradition and how it all started — remember, that was part of my lengthy decisionmaking process a few months back — but I didn’t realize an actual eagle flew across JordanHare Stadium before every single

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home game. When I first realized this was going to happen, so many thoughts were running through my head. Where does the eagle go? How do they (whoever they are) purchase said eagle and just let him free six to seven times a year? Aren’t eagles a protected species? Is this legal? But calm down, Lizi. Clearly this eagle is trained. She soared through the stadium and landed smack dab in the middle of the 50-yard line. I later learned the eagle is named Spirit and she has taken over duties for Nova, who was recently sidelined with a chronic heart disease. Then again, this brings more questions — where is the eagle kept? Is she well-fed? How did they train this eagle? Why doesn’t she freak out with 87,000 people screaming “War Eagle” very close to her? I want to know everything. Anyway, I’ve said it time and time again, but there is something magical about a football stadium. The energy is truly palpable. Auburn was no different. Back at home, I didn’t think much could get louder than a Penn State football game, but the Tigers have them beat. Although the press box at Jordan-Hare is open air, unlike at Penn State’s Beaver Stadium, but I was actually screaming to

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Above: Thousands of Auburn University fans gathered at Tiger Walk to greet the team before its season opener against Georgia Southern. Below: Spirit soars through the air prior to the start of the game.

the press member sitting next to me, and we were still having trouble hearing each other. What was even more exciting than the Tiger Walk or the War Eagle (but never more questioninducing) was Auburn’s hype video. I am a sucker for hype videos. They get me every time. They are so powerful and can be so compelling, and Auburn’s was exactly that. It started with a video montage over coach Gus Malzahn’s speech about how “winning is an attitude,” and it ended with a black screen and simple white letters. “AUBURN FOOTBALL … IS BACK.” I almost lost it. At the end of the day, I still

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don’t think I could’ve called myself a true Auburn University football fan — I did skip out on the weird rolling Toomer’s Corner tradition, but I’ll have to witness that one day — I will say there’s

something magical about all that orange and blue and all that Tiger pride. Lizi Arbogast is the sports editor of The Record.

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TallaCoosa Aid to People providing financial help to locals in need EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the third in a series of profiles on the 28 agencies that receive funding through the Lake Martin Area United Way. Currently, the Lake Martin Area United Way is holding its 2018 fundraising campaign, “Team United.” To learn how to help, contact the United Way at (256)329-3600 or at www. unitedwaylakemartin.org. By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

For residents of Tallapoosa and Coosa counties that may be having trouble paying their rent or bills, there is an organization able to help them with their financial difficulties. TallaCoosa Aid to People assists those area residents in paying off some of their bills, keeping them from having the power and water turned off or from being evicted.

“TAP’s mission is to provide temporary assistance to meet emergency needs of individuals who have experienced a recent crisis, causing them to be unable to meet their needs,” said Director Starlene Meyers. “The majority of the help we give is to pay past due power bills, water bills and rent. In the fall and winter there is a greater need for assistance to purchase propane gas for heating.” Meyers said that many of the 370 families and 813 individuals TAP was able to help in 2016 had lost their jobs or were dealing with relatively large medical bills, while others were concerned with sicknesses, death and accidents. With issues like these filling the plates of people across Tallapoosa and Coosa counties, an organization like TAP is a welcome sight. However, Meyers also said there were some guidelines in place

for those who may be seeking assistance from TAP. “An individual must live in Tallapoosa or Coosa County and must have been living at their current address for more than three months. The bill must be past due and in the applicant’s name,” she said. “Applications are approved based on TAP’s guidelines, the applicant’s circumstances, verification of those circumstances and the applicant’s ability to meet his or her needs in the future. TAP can only help one time in a twelve month period.” Being a part of the United Way organization has been of great benefit to TallaCoosa Aid to People, as the Lake Martin Area United Way is TAP’s primary funding source, though local churches and generous individuals have contributed to the organization and their mission.

Indictments returned in attempted murder, kidnapping case

Local pharmacy employee facing drug trafficking charges

By MITCH SNEED Editor

A Tallapoosa Grand Jury has returned indictments on a man suspected of cutting a woman’s throat and taking their child during a December domestic altercation in Alexander City. Vasco Orlando Woods Jr., 23, was indicted on charges of attempted murder, first-degree theft and secondWoods degree kidnapping. The charges were presented Thursday and he was booked in to the Tallapoosa County Jail. It is alleged that on Dec. 19, 2016 Woods became violent during an altercation with a woman and used a knife to injure her, take cash, the victim’s car and leave the home with their child. “It was a domestic altercation between a boyfriend and girlfriend,” Alexander City Police Department Detective Deputy Chief James Easterwood said at the time of Woods’ initial arrest. “The argument became physical and the information we have is that the woman was cut on the neck after the suspect produced a knife and used it on her.” According to Easterwood, Woods then allegedly took the victim’s Honda Accord and a minor child that was in the home and fled before police arrived at the scene. An all-points bulletin was issued with a description of Woods, the child and the vehicle that he was believed to be driving. According to court records, the permanent address listed for Woods is in Camden, which is in Wilcox County, where he was picked up by authorities. The child was found with Woods’ relatives unharmed. The victim has recovered physically from her injuries. Woods is no stranger to law enforcement. A search of Alabama Court records shows more than 20 arrests for crimes including theft, domestic violence, escape and reckless endangerment. Records show that a protective order was put in place by the court in February and that a preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 18 at 1:30 p.m.. Woods is represented by attorney Susan James, records show. Bond was set at $75,000 which was posted and Woods was released Friday.

“They have given us such great support over the years because they are committed to our mission and the work we do to help the people of Tallapoosa and Coosa County,” Meyers said. To contact TallaCoosa Aid to People, they can be reached at (256)329-3500, via email at tapalexcity@att.net or at their office at 807 Cherokee Road in Alexander City.

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An employee of a local pharmacy is facing drug trafficking p charges after she allegedly c made off with m a large number of o prescription painkillers from p her h place of employment. e Vicki L. Ballard, 53, 5 of Kellyton was arrested Thursday a and a charged with Ballard two tw counts of drug trafficking. Ballard tr was w employed as a pharmacy technician at the Rite-Aid store te at a 4441 U.S. Highway 280 and is believed to have taken large quantities of pills from the store q that th were not prescribed to her, according to Sgt. Fred White of the a Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task T Force. F The charges listed on the arrest report are possession of a a controlled substance, illegal possession of prescription drugs, p possession of drug paraphernalia. p “It was discovered by the store through its internal control st system,” White said. “They sy made us aware and asked for our m assistance. We executed a search a warrant and were able to locate w oxycodone and hydrocodone, o Lortab type drugs, in the search. L The T quantities involved qualify the crime as trafficking. c “The store has very strict safeguards and takes this very sa seriously. They got us involved se quickly and are pursuing every q charge possible.” c Officials say it appears that the theft th had gone on over time, but on two tw recent occasions, the quantity rose ro to a level the trafficking level. White said that information has been submitted to the Pharmacy b Board of Alabama and additional B charges against Ballard may c come from the results of their c investigation. in Officials would not say whether the th drugs were taken to be sold or for fo personal use. As of Friday afternoon, Ballard had not been taken to the B Tallapoosa County Jail and bond T had h not been set.

Get to know your Social Security KYLLE’ D. MCKINNEY Alabama Social Security Public Affairs Specialist

Social Security touches the lives of nearly every American. We’ve been with you from day one, when your parents applied for your Social Security number, and we are with you from your first job through your retirement party and beyond. For more than 80 years, Social Security has stayed true to its mission of providing financial protection for the American people and has served as one of the most successful anti-poverty programs in our nation’s history. We encourage everyone to take steps toward their financial security. Regardless of your age or place in life, now is the

right time to start planning for a financially secure future for you and your family. Everyone can benefit from our first step: Get to know your Social Security. You can start your journey through all things Social Security by visiting www.socialsecurity.gov and navigating through our menu Along the way, you’ll see how your Social Security number opens many important doors throughout life, from making it easier to apply for student aid and open your first bank account to starting your first job and buying your first house. You’ll also discover how your contributions to the Social Security system through FICA payroll taxes can make you eligible for important future benefits when you reach retirement age or if you become severely injured or ill. You’ll find how Social Security helps your family in the form of survivor benefits and how our Supplemental Security Income

program assists disabled children and our most vulnerable adults. We also encourage you to visit our website and set up your own my Social Security account today so you can begin taking steps toward financial security. Through our website and your online account with us, you can: • Verify your lifetime earnings record to ensure you’re getting credit for all your contributions toward Social Security and Medicare; • Estimate future benefits for you and your family; • Manage your Social Security benefits and personal information; and • Learn more about how we’re securing your today and tomorrow. Now that you’ve started to get to know your Social Security, stay in touch by visiting our Social Security Matters blog at blog.ssa.gov/. We encourage you to visit us at www.socialsecurity.gov.

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Breakfast: The Most Important Meal Of The Day!

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promised blessings of peace ow! These past and strength to withstand several weeks the the storm!” As the storms “storms” have been have passed by, I have heard raging…from hurricanes, to many say on Facebook and fires and even earthquakes! I personally, “Thank you for had several family relatives the prayers, I could feel them near Harvey, at least 100 and that’s how we made it family members, relatives through.” I know God was in and friends in Irma’s path, Carol Page control. and friends and relatives in Good News Now, many people and California fires. Needless Baptist Church families face the devastation. to say I was glued to the As we go about our day we weather report “too” much. need to continue to lift them in prayer. But in between the weather reports, And, as we pray, we need to join God I was singing and praying. Asking the where He is working! He might want Lord to keep them safe in the hollow us to reach out to someone in need, to of His hands and praying for peace in go and to help, to pray, to encourage, the midst of the storms. to be a stronghold in someone’s life. As I was scrolling through And after the storms that we face Facebook, I read an article that spoke in life every day, the Word says, “It is straight to my heart because it was good to say “thank you” to the Lord, very appropriate for what was going to sing praises. Every morning tell on in our lives at this time. It helped Him “Thank You for your kindness” me to stay focused. and every evening rejoice in all His Mike Patz said, “Christians don’t faithfulness.” (Psalms 92:1-2) My deny danger, we just go to God first! friends, “Today’s Forecast is…God Because whatever you meditate Reigns and the Son Shines!” Love you on, you magnify! And whatever and be Blessed! you magnify will move you. So, if you spend the majority of your day Carol Page is a member of Good meditating on the weather report, you News Baptist Church and a regular will magnify the weather. But, if you meditate on God you will magnify His faith columnist for The Record. This devotional and directory made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services!

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

New Hope Baptist Lake Martin, off Hwy. 63 256-329-2510 New Life Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-6190 / 256-329-2635 New Pine Grove Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Perryville New Providence Baptist Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City New Rocky Mount Baptist 670 Peckerwood Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-794-3846 New Salem Road New Site Rd., New Site, 256-234-2932 Old Providence Baptist Off Hwy. 63 N., near Hackneyville

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

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

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

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

Hollins Springs Baptist Hwy. 280, Goodwater

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

Perryville Baptist Perryville, 256-234-3588

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

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

Liberty Church 1034 Liberty Church Rd. Willow Point Alex City

Daviston Baptist Daviston, 395-4327

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

Macedonia Baptist Macedonia Circle, Goodwater 256-839-5793 Marietta Baptist Goodwater Miracle Missionary Baptist 1687 “I” Street 256-215-9788, 256-215-9787 Mt. Calvary Baptist 329 King St., Alex City, 256-234-5631 Mt. Olive Baptist Hwy. 280 & Jct. 49, Goodwater Mt. Sinai Baptist Fish Pond Rd., Coosa County 256-329-2337 Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 22, New Site Mt. Zion East StillWaters Dr., 256-825-4991 Mt. Zion West Our Town Community, 256-234-7748 New Elam Baptist Hwy. 9, Burtonville, 256-234-2037

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

Early Rose Baptist 201 E Street, Alexander City

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

Mt. Carmel Baptist 3610 Dudleyville Rd., Dadeville

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

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Pleasant Valley Missionary Baptist 835 Valley Rd., Camp Hill 334-257-4442

Mountain Springs Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Daviston

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

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

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

Elam Baptist Robertson Rd. Alex City

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Pine Grove Baptist Eagle Creek Rd., Dadeville

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

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

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

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

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

Kellyton U.M., Kellyton, 256-329-1681 Liberty United Methodist Liberty Rd., Hackneyville Mt. Godfrey New Site New Site U.M. New Site, 256-234-7834

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 METHODIST – INDEPENDENT Daviston Independent Methodist Daviston, 395-4207 PENTECOSTAL Pentecostals of Dadeville 115 West Columbus Street Dadeville, 256-596-3411 PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian 371 Jefferson St., Alex City 256-329-0524

HOLINESS Alex City Emmanuel Holiness Hillabee St., Alex City

UNITED PENTECOSTAL Alex City Apostolic 3708 Robinson Rd., Alexander City, 256-329-1573

House of Restoration Holiness 519 Slaughter Ave., Camp Hill, 256-749-2373, 256-896-2904

INDEPENDENT Faith Temple Franklin Street, Alex City, 256-234-6421

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

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

FULL GOSPEL Dadeville Foursquare Gospel Church Old 280 By-pass

Family Worship Center 1676 Sewell Street 256-839-6895

Hackneyville Baptist Hwy. 63 N., Hackneyville

Sunny Level Baptist Church Sunny Acres Subdivision Sewell Street

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

First Congregational Christian 11th Ave. South, Alex City

Town Creek Baptist Camp Ground Rd., Alex City

Kellyton Revival Center Co. Road 87 South Kellyton

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

Liberty Life Christian Center 321 “S” Street, Alex City

Zion Hill Baptist Hwy. 79, near Horseshoe Bend

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

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

The Family Worship Center 365 Scott Road, Alex City

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

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

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

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

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Pearson Chapel U.M. Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City

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

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

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

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

(256) 329-9901 Alexander City, AL

First United Methodist Dadeville, 256-825-4404

Red Ridge United Methodist 8091 County Road 34, Dadeville 256-825-9820

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Part-time youth director needed for First United Methodist OLLI: Osher Lifelong Learning Istitutute will start it’s 28th year in Auburn on Monday, Sept. 25! OLLI offers classes for the young at heart (those over 50) to learn, exercise and socialize. For more info, go to www. olliatauburn.org or call Sue Mason at 865-274-2493. First United Methodist Church News: New meeting time for our youth is on Sundays from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Sign-up sheets will be in the Narthex for ways to help with the Children’s Ministry. We are asking church members to help in the following areas: AWANA as a teacher or listener, Sunday School as a teacher back up, music with the Christmas program and/or bells. Please prayerfully consider how you can be a blessing to the children of our church and community because you know they will be a blessing to you! Our prayer breakfast program will continue on Friday, Sept. 29. We

provide a breakfast feast for our Dadeville High School students, but more importantly, we pray for them and with them. Please make plans to join us and help out where you can; set up at 5:30 a.m., serve at 6:30 a.m., and clean up at 8 a.m. A future prayer breakfasts will be held at our church on Oct. 27. Plans are in the making for a Church Fun Day to be held Sunday, Sept. 24 at Camp ASCCA. Festivities will begin at 1 p.m. Stay tuned for more information! Youth director is still needed. It is a part-time job available now. Description: teach youth in grades 7-12, Sunday School, lead Sunday evening youth activities, lead Wednesday evening Bible study, organize and lead special youth trips and activities. It is a 12-month job with part-time income of $10,000/year. Please contact Rev. Michael Carver at 256-825-4404 or Jesse Cunningham at 256825-0919. Red Ridge United

BETTY HAYES Community Columnist

Methodist Church: Rev. Cater’s sermon this Sunday is titled “Radical Grace.” It’s not just God’s job. Romans 14:1-12. Our principle should be in essentials, unity; in nonessentials, liberty; in everything love. Each person is accountable to Christ, not to others. The choir’s anthem is “Farther Along.” “Make a Joyful noise unto God, Al ye Lands.” The choir will present Special music on Sept. 24 at the 9:30 a.m. worship service titled “God Bless The USA.” to honor veterans. Mark your calendar. Brown Bag meets Sept. 16 at 8 a.m. Always on Friday backpacks are delivered to Dadeville Elementary School to provide week-end meals for qualifying children. Sept.

22 5 p.m. is scheduled for the Tailgate Party. Details to follow. RR is starting a new children’s ministry Oct 1. RR is located at 8091 County Road 34, corner of 49 and 34, Dadeville, 256-8259820, redridgeumc.org. Visit on facebook. DAR NEWS: Our first 2017-2018 event is the celebration of Constitution Week, Sept. 17-23 at the Saugahatchee County Club in Opelika as guests of the Richard Henry Lee Chapter of the Alabama Society of SAR. To reserve a seat at the luncheon, send an $18 check to Diana Gidiere. Deadline for reservations is Sept. 19. Please send your check a few days early, so we can send an accurate headcount to SAR Society on the 19th. For more information contact Diana Gidiere, 306 North Ridge, Alex City AL 368536240. Wellness Center News: We are so proud of all of those who have committed to healthier lifestyles for this year! We can help you

reach your goals, whether it is a short term or long-term goal. We have a wonderful staff who can help you with your fitness needs. Call us today for more information at 256-825-2304 or come by and visit! We are open Monday WKURXJK Friday 5 a.m. WR 8 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. WR QRRQ. Line Dancing News: Betsy Keown’s line dancing class is happening at the Dadeville Recreation Center, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. until noon for a fee of $1 per class. For questions, call Betsy at 256825-3985. Thought for Today: Listen men! Maybe you’ll never be as big a hero as your son thinks you are, but you’ll never be as big a fool as your mother-in-law thinks you are either! Hayes is a community columnist for The Record. She is a resident of Dadeville and writes about the events and people of the Dadeville area.

Are ‘classy politicians’ headed for exctinction? A

verage folks in the United States are presently witnessing what seem to be unprecedented political times—at least, in the modern age— in Washington and elsewhere. Dirty campaigns against political opponents have been part of the American landscape since 1800 (Jefferson vs. Adams). While many persons in positions of power may behave in a scurrilous or foul-mouthed manner when they’re not in front of a camera, the recent transition of power has brought rude and disingenuous behavior to the forefront of governance, and there doesn’t seem to be any shame in the purveyance of such a distinct lack of class. For most of us, the offenders range from the President on down through local officials, so let’s start at the top: The President apparently doesn’t know when to shut his Twitter account off. He had promised to “act presidential” but persists in name-calling and badmouthing via tweets, just like he did in the campaign. And since the 2016 election, both major parties

have publicly flailed away at not only the opposing party, but at persons within their own party who disagree with what direction the party should take. Party members who might be seeking methodical, respectful negotiation and compromise are viciously ostracized; i.e., the exploitation of the “my way or the highway” cliché inside both parties is as obvious as a wart on a supermodel. Who remembers any other time when, nine months after any national election, both parties were this publicly bilious and vindictive about their internal problems and what direction they should take? For that matter, neither party seems to have an individual who is capable of uniting its own members, much less the country. So much for “leadership”… There is, of course, the ongoing sanctimony of politicians who, earlier in their careers, were accused of lying—or at minimum, making extremely misleading statements. When caught, they tried to explain or blame away such verbiage without a shred of shame. Such posturing on their problems

the bio didn’t say was that he was a lobbyist; he was not a government employee. It was later changed to WILLIE read something like “began MOSELEY his work in government Community affairs,” which is only, er, Columnist slightly more truthful— how many organizations will were usually textbook describe their lobbyist(s) examples of “the best defense as “government affairs is a good offense.” representative(s)” or some One politician insinuated similar euphemism? during a campaign that Many of the so-called he had served in Vietnam committee hearings (usually during that war, and on one at a federal level) seem to occasion, reportedly told deteriorate into political a group of veterans he had performances instead of been deployed there…trouble honestly trying to ascertain is, he was in the National answers and solutions. Guard at the time, and he Sitting high and mighty in never went to ‘Nam. their perches, such elected Another cited her heritage officials look down— that was reportedly partliterally— on the individuals minority, and couldn’t they’ve summoned, often document it, instead citing interrupting or cutting off family stories. Moreover, someone who is answering there’s been a malevolent a question or making a domino effect—the statement. And their own President has harped about statements are usually chock her phony heritage on his full of their own agendas, as Twitter account numerous well. times, even since he was And how many times has a inaugurated, and it’s gotten meeting that’s been perceived tiresome. as a “hearing” actually been a In one campaign, a staged event by one political candidate’s bio cited an party regarding some earlier part of his career particular issue? when he “…began his work Moreover, how many with government.” But what times has an elected official

been convicted of a crime, served prison time, and been released, only to be re-elected by their constituents? Then there are the fourletter vulgarities that politicians from both parties have been increasingly using whenever…aw, the heck with it. Enough, already. We want leaders, not powermongers. We want government officials that will put their constituents first, instead of their own political party and its agenda, as well as their own malevolent aspirations and greed. We want government officials that perform in a methodical and resolute manner, not persons that rely on—or pay a disproportionate amount of attention to— television cameras and/or social media snippets for their histrionics and vitriol. There’s a difference between a “politician” and an “elected government official.” Unfortunately, all too often we elect politicians to be government officials. And decent people like us are sick and tired of it. Willie Moseley is a regular columnist for Tallapoosa Publishers.

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s I mentioned last week, we will have a plethora of political contests to follow next year and the field is beginning to formulate. The governor’s race is always the marquee event. However, the most important races will be for the 35 state Senate and 105 state House of Representatives seats. These legislative races will be where most of the special interest money will gravitate. There will be an unprecedented number of state senators not running for reelection. However, the nucleus and bulk of the State Senate leadership is planning to return. Veteran leaders Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia), Del Marsh (R-Anniston), Greg Reed (R-Jasper), Jimmy Holley (R-Coffee), Arthur Orr (R- Decatur), Cam Ward (R-Shelby), and Jim McClendon (R-St. Clair) will all run for reelection. Along with rising stars Steve Livingston (R-Scottsboro), Clay Schofield (R-Marshall), Clyde Chambliss (R-Autauga), Shay Shelnut (R-Trussville), Slade Blackwell (R-Jefferson), Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) and Tom Whatley (R-Auburn). This cadre of Republican

leadership returning portends that the State Senate will be where the power will be concentrated when the next quadrennium begins in Montgomery. The same scenario will occur in the House. There will also be a good deal of turnover in the lower chamber. However, the nucleus of leadership will return and will more than likely all stay in their leadership positions. The top five leaders will remain intact. Mac McCutcheon (R-Huntsville) as Speaker, Victor Gaston (R-Mobile) as ProTem, Bill Poole (R-Tuscaloosa) will continue as Chairman of the Education Ways and Means Committee and Steve Clouse (R-Ozark) will be Chairman of Ways and Means General Fund Committee. Rep. Mike Jones (R-Andalusia) will steer the Rules Committee. One center of special interest power that will diminish significantly is the once vaunted Business Council of Alabama, unless they replace Bill Canary, their much beleaguered CEO. It has been rumored for over a year that he will be replaced. In the past few months, the omnipotent power in Alabama politics, Alabama

But the only one who misunderstands, it seems, is Canary. Alabama Power was the integral factor in organizing the Business Council several decades ago. STEVE Their financial contributions FLOWERS to the BCA comprise over Columnist 25 percent of the group’s Power, made it perfectly clear income. In addition to the Power that either Canary goes or Company’s disenchantment the Company would have to with Canary, our senior reconsider its participation. Senator, Richard Shelby, The company’s last minute has made it clear to BCA withdrawal from the members that Canary is so annual BCA Governmental out of favor with him that he Affairs Conference was a is no longer welcome in his clear message. But just office and furthermore should to make sure the message not bother to call his office was received, Alabama for an appointment. Power President, Mark Folks, what that means Crosswhite, met with Canary is that the BCA with Billy in a gentlemanly fashion. Canary on board has He summoned Canary to absolutely no power in the company’s downtown Washington. All seven of our Birmingham headquarters and Congressmen and whoever politely explained to the New our new senator is pale in Yorker that BCA’s failures power to Shelby. Shelby is and lack of leadership are more powerful that all eight a major concern to the put together, and believe me company. Crosswhite then none of them want to offend met with some key members him. He not only trumps of BCA’s board to make them, he trumps Trump. Alabama Power’s position Canary is not only a pariah clear. in Washington, he is a joke Canary is telling his BCA in Montgomery. Most folks bosses that the meeting thought he would be indicted with Crosswhite was a great with Mike Hubbard. His success and everything was credibility has continued to just a misunderstanding. diminish since that time. His

cavalier, sinister, overbearing, and boorish New York behavior has made him a caricature. In private conversations with most Republican and Democratic legislators, they will snicker and say if the BCA board is stupid enough to allow Canary to stay we will take their money during the 2018 election cycle and then ignore him for four years just like Shelby. The BCA with Canary is a dead-man walking. They are a powerless joke. If a business were smart they would give their contributions directly to the candidates, rather than through a defunct organization led by a hasbeen. You can bet your bottom dollar that is what ALFA and the Alabama Power Company will be doing. Kay Ivey has made it official that she is a candidate for governor. She enters the race as the clear favorite. See you next week. Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www. steveflowers.us.

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CHURCH REVIVAL: House of Prayer A.C.O.P. is hosting revival services Sept. 11 through Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. nightly with Overseer Emma Hoyle. The church is

Today’s Birthdays

September 14-28

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: Haven United Methodist Church at 354 Christian Street in Alexander City is hosting a women’s Bible study “Battlefield of the Mind” by Joyce Meyer Thursdays Sept. 14, 21, 28 from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch. For more information contact Joanne Finley at 334332-5970 or Pastor Nolan at 256-682-3810.

Tabatha Smith, Gilbert Hammonds, Paige Mixon, Lacie Hawkins, Chuck Marshall, Albert Shurum, Brian Forbus, Fredrick Milner, Dallas Crouch, Lisa Key and April Goggans are celebrating their birthdays today.

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Above and below: Nearly 70 cars, trucks and motorcycles were on hand last Thursday evening as Jack’s in Dadeville played host to the Faith Riders Car and Bike Show where vehicle enthusiasts showed off their rides and attendees got a chance to ask them about the machines that were on display.

Now - September 30

CHEESE BALLS: The UMW of First United Methodist Church are taking orders for their annual cheese ball fundraiser through Sept. 30. Orders can be placed through the church office. Four varieties are being offered from $10 to $12 each. Pick up will be Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Fellowship Hall.

Friday, September 15

DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: The Trinity Campus of the United Methodist Church is hosting a divorce support group Sept. 15 from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. to help those struggling with separation or divorce.

Saturday, September 16

BLOOD DRIVE: Kingz United is hosting a blood drive Saturday, Sept. 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 332 East South Street in Dadeville. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Bibb Graves School in Millerville will have a pancake breakfast Saturday, Sept. 16, serving from 7 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Eat-in or carry out. Plate includes all you can eat pancakes, sausage, orange juice, and coffee. Cost is $6. All profit is used for renovation of the old High School section of the Community Center. Trade Day will be from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hot dogs, chips, candy bars, and soft drinks will be available at lunch time. LADIES CONFERENCE: Lebanon Baptist Church is hosting a ladies conference Saturday, Sept. 16 at 9 a.m. The speaker will be Shelia Wright with special music by the Lebanon Baptist Praise team. There will be door prizes and lunch will be provided. Contact JoAnn Washbrun at 334-399-0568 with questions. The church is located seven miles down Dudleyville Road in Dadeville.

September 17-20

CHURCH REVIVAL: Old Providence Baptist Church in Hackneyville is hosting revival services Sept. 17-20. The Sunday service will be at 6 p.m. with Monday through Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Tim Harris from Comer Memorial Baptist Church. Rev. Don Polston is the pastor.

Jack Nelson at 256-839-5344 or William Futral at 256-839-6670. PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: New Elam #1 Baptist Church on County Road in Alexander City is honoring the 12th Anniversary of Rev. and Sister Michael McCain Sr. Sunday, Sept. 17 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Brian Thomas. GOSPEL SINGING: Horseshoe Bend Baptist Church located on HWY 280 in Dadeville is hosting the Dixie Echoes of Pensacola, Florida and the Magic of the Capt. with his music and magic with a message program at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17.

Monday, September 18

HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. Paul Harris will present “The Berlin Airlift and Operation Kinderlift” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Sept. 18 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Building at 375 Lee Street Alexander City.

September 20-22

CHURCH REVIVAL: GAP Fellowship Church is hosting revival services Sept. 20 - Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. nightly with Rev. Alvin Williams of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rev. Adonis Thomas of Flint Hill Baptist Church and Rev. Emerson Ware of Great Bethel.

Thursday, September 21

DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING: The Tallapoosa County Democratic Party will host a meeting Sept. 21 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. to learn more about the Dec. 12 special election to fill the Senate seat formerly held by Jeff Sessions. The meeting will be held at the Charles Porch Center. For more information call Carol Gowan at 256-794-7432.

Friday, September 22

CLASS REUNION: There will be a class reunion for the Dadeville High School Classes of 1958, 1978 and 1998 Sept. 22 with a pre-game homecoming reception at the Dadeville High School Media Center. Former students and spouses will receive tickets to the football game and will be recognized at the pre-game activities. Class pictures will be made for $10.

September 22-23

Sunday, September 17

SACRED HARP SINGING: Smyrna Primitive Baptist Church is hosting its annual Sacred Harp Singing Sunday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. The church is located at 2582 Coosa County Road 83 just east of Goodwater. Bring a covered dish for lunch and there will be more singing in the afternoon. For more information call

MUSIC WORKSHOP: The Power of Praise and Worship musical workshop with Eugene C. Brown of Baltimore Maryland will be Sept. 22 starting at 6 p.m. and Sept. 23 starting at 9:30 a.m. at Hatchett Springs Baptist Church in Goodwater. Registration is Sept. 22 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and is $20 a person.

Saturday, September 23

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park. WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: Sistas for a Cause are hosting their third annual women’s conference, “Broken but Still Blessed,” Sept. 23 at 10 a.m. at Miracle Missionary Baptist Church on I Street in Alexander City.

Sunday, September 24

CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Wayside Baptist will celebrate 70 years of ministry on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 10:30 a.m. Special music will be provided by Eric and Whitney Miller and also the gospel trio Justified. The speaker will be Gerry Tapley. Everyone is invited to join with us for the service and a covered dish lunch afterward.

Monday, September 25

HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Terry Robbins will present Merle Haggard, The People’s Poet” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Sept. 25 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Building at 375 Lee Street Alexander City.

Friday, September 29

GARDENING EXTRAVAGANZA: The Tallapoosa County Extension Service is hosting its Fall Gardening Extravaganza Friday, Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Betty Carol Graham Technology Center at Central Alabama Community College. Speaking will be Chris VanCleave, Sara L. Van Beck, Felder Rushing and Carol Reese. Cost is $25 and you can regis-

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Sunday, October 1

CHURCH HOMECOMING: New Elkahatchee Baptist Church is hosting homecoming services Oct. 1 at 10:30 a.m. with Diane Sherrell. SUNDAY DINNER: Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church is hosting Sunday dinner Sunday, Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. The free dinner will be served in the clubhouse building next to the church at 3997 Hillabee Road in Alexander City. The pastor of Duncan Memorial is Rev. Wayne Hicks. All are invited to this free, causal dinner.

Monday, October 2

HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Sarah Bliss Wright will present “Ida Quilt Project” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Oct. 2 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Building at 375 Lee Street Alexander City.

Tuesday, October 3

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: The 34th Annual National Night Out “Light Up the Night against Crime” will be Oct. 3 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Alexander City Sportplex. This will showcase various public safety and emergency response agencies that operate in the Alexander City and surrounding areas including state, county, EMA, businesses church groups. All events are free and there will be hotdogs and drinks while supplies last.

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Unlikely heroes bring Benjamin Russell to victory By LIZI ARBOGAST Managing Sports Editor

Sometimes it’s the unlikeliest of players who take a team to victory. For Benjamin Russell’s football team, which defeated Pelham, 35-28, in its Class 6A Region 3 opener, it wasn’t the guys who’ve been talked about all season long. It wasn’t necessarily the Jaden Tucks or the Benjamin Hendrixs or the Davede Herrons who made the

most noteworthy plays for the Wildcats (2-0, 1-0). Instead, it was guys like Zae Stowes, who caught a slant pass from Landon Cotney and took 71 yards to the house and also had the game-icing interception, or Kobi Crabb, who had a 40-yard pick-six, or Hezekiah Hunter, a sophomore who scored the game-winning touchdown. “I think there’s no quit in this team,” Benjamin Russell coach Danny Horn

said. “Whether we win or lose, we’re going to play to the bitter end, and there’s just no quit in them. Not saying we’re going to win them all, but even if we don’t, as long as you play hard, you ain’t got nothing to be ashamed of.” After rocketing out to a 14-0 lead, it turned out to be a nail-biting victory against the Panthers. Heading into the fourth quarter, the score was knotted at 21-all, and the Wildcats were facing a third and 11

from their own 29. Cotney hadn’t completed many passes up to that point, but for the second week in a row, he connected when it counted most. Cotney found Stowes about 15 yards out, and Stowes juked and jived around a handful of Pelham defenders to score a 71-yarder that put Benjamin Russell ahead by seven. “In practice we run slants a lot, and See BRHS • Page 3

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the coaches had me demonstrate one yesterday,” Stowes said. “I heard him calling my name, so when I caught the ball, I just took off.” But just six minutes later, Pelham answered with a long touchdown pass of its own when Matthew Rye found Kasey Clark for a 40-yard score with only 5:05 remaining. It looked like the game might be primed for overtime as Benjamin Russell slowly but surely moved down field. Cotney got the Wildcats into enemy territory with a 15-yard pass to Nick McGhee, then three plays later, Hunter bullied his way into the end zone for a 31-yard touchdown that set the final score. Up to that point, Hunter had just 20 yards to his name. “I knew during the game, I wasn’t having a good game,” Hunter said. “Coach told me that I just needed to be patient and wait my turn, so when I got that ball, I had to get a touchdown.” Horn said, “I was proud of the offense for that last drive. When they tied it with five minutes to go, we ate up a lot of the clock and ended up scoring. We gave up some big plays on their last drive, but we came up with a big play of our own to end it. We still got a lot of room to improve, but we beat a pretty good football team.” It wasn’t smooth sailing from there for the Wildcats, though. Rye was on point in the Panthers’ final drive, completely four of five passes to get his team into scoring position. But Stowes played hero, as he grabbed an interception in the red zone to ice the game. “What caused it really was the pressure we put on them,” Horn said. “They were rolling out, and

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Benjamin Russell’s A.J. Thompson (5) runs away from the Pelham defense.

Benjamin Russell 35, Pelham 28

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Benjamin Russell quarterback Landon Cotney (6) avoids a tackle from Don Ball during Friday’s game.

we put some pressure on him and Zae came up with a great play.” Stowes said, “Two plays before, I saw them run a flat, and they were running that same play the whole drive, so I ran over there and I was able to make the play.” Although there were some unlikely heroes in Friday’s game, that’s not to say the usual suspects didn’t come to play.

Hendrix had a tackle for a loss, Tuck forced yet another fumble, and Herron finished with 131 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries. “I’m hoping this gives us a lot more confidence,” Horn said. “A lot of time when you win close games, it will build a lot of confidence. We’ve played two close games now, and that’s how it’s going to be all year long with the schedule we play.”

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Pelham 0 14 7 7 — 28 Benjamin Russell 7 14 0 14—35 First Quarter BR — Davede Herron 5 run (Dylan Moncus kick), 0:19 Second Quarter BR — Kobi Crabb 40 interception return (Moncus kick), 11:36 Pel — Matthew Rye 20 run (Gregory Blue kick), 7:15 BR — Herron 3 run (Moncus kick), 4:29 Pel — Rye 4 run (Blue kick), 2:10 Third Quarter Pel — Brandon Sledge 3 run (Blue kick), 6:40 Fourth Quarter BR — Zae Stowes 71 pass from Landon Cotney (Moncus kick), 11:48 Pel — Kasey Clark 40 pass from Rye (Blue kick), 5:06 BR — Hezekiah Hunter 31 run (Moncus kick), 1:52 Team Statistics Pel BRHS First downs 13 12 Rushes-yards 40-238 45-176 Passing 10-15-3 8-11-1 Passing yards 185 147 Total yards 423 323 Punts 3-23.3 2-26 Fumbles-lost 1-1 2-1 Penalties-yards 11-86 6-59 Individual Statistics Rushing — Pelham: Rye 16-93, Nicholas Blackburn 12-79, Dylan Peterson 5-38, Sledge 7-28; BRHS: Herron 22-131, Hunter 7-51, Keedon Young 6-8, Cotney 7-3, KeKe Harvey 1-2, Team 2-(-19). Passing — Pelham: Rye 10-15-185-3; BRHS: Cotney 8-11-147-1. Receiving — Pelham: Sledge 4-73, Clark 2-50, Edward Gipson 2-48, Blackburn 1-9, Peterson 1-5; BRHS: Nick McGhee 3-40, Tyler Watts 2-21, Stowes 1-71, Herron 1-12, Hunter 1-3. Interceptions — Pelham: Tyler Hawkins; BRHS: Crabb, Benjamin Hendrix, Stowes.

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Wetumpka 44, Chelsea 22

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Left, Tyquan Rawls (17) grasps for an interception late in the second quarter of Wetumpka’s 44-22 win over Chelsea. Right, Maliq Davis (24) brings down a Chelsea ballcarrier late in the second half of the Indians’ 44-22 victory over the Hornets.

Indians swat Hornets to open region play, 44-22 By EVAN DUDLEY Herald Sports Editor

Defense was the name of the game Friday night as Wetumpka racked up three turnovers and returned an interception for a touchdown for the second straight week. The Wetumpka Indians (3-0, 1-0) sliced through the Chelsea Hornets (0-3, 0-1) on their way to a 44-22 victory in the region opener. Although the defense played with reckless abandon, the rushing game was still effective – despite missing senior running back Kavosiey Smoke who sat to heal a pulled hamstring – with junior quarterback Jadarious Martin having another productive night. “We’ve gotten better but still making too many mistakes and it’s like we’re our own worst enemy,” Wetumpka

coach Tim Perry said. “We’re playing at a high level, executing well on both sides of the ball but too many penalties and giving the opponents too many opportunities. But that’s my responsibility and we’ll get it corrected. But I’m extremely proud and pleased with all of these guys’ effort.” The Indians got to work right away going on an eight-play 75-yard drive capped with Martin’s first touchdown on the night. The defense forced a Chelsea three-and-out and Martin responded with a 32-yard touchdown pass to do-it-all athlete Robert LaPrade then converted the two-point conversion to give Wetumpka an early 14-0 lead. Both squads traded punts until Chelsea regained its focus and scored on a 31-yard pass from Turner Griffin to Lando Nichols to bring the Hornets See WETUMPKA • Page 5

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Wetumpka’s Rico Bozeman (8), Trey McCreary (6) and Kelton Elmore combine to block a punt against Chelsea on Friday night.

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Wetumpka within a touchdown. Wetumpka was forced to punt on its next drive but Chelsea gave the ball back after failing on a fumblerooski at its own 49-yard line. Martin scored five plays later on a 15-yard run to extend the Indian lead to 21-7 early in the second quarter. “We’re an engine, if someone goes out, we still come out and play our hardest.” said Martin, who finished with 112 passing yards and a touchdown and 69 rushing yards and four touchdowns. “We knew it was a big game, being a region game, and had to come out and get the victory.” Martin added his third touchdown following another stalled Chelsea drive then Tyquan Rawls made his mark on the game. Rawls intercepted Griffin on the first play of the Hornets’ next possession, broke a tackle and raced down the sidelines 40 yards for the touchdown. The Wetumpka faithful erupted as Rawls donned the “Ball-Out Belt” following the score. “After I caught the ball, the first thing I did was look down the sideline,” he said. “And then I started running until I heard a

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JD Martin (18) slings a pass Friday night against Chelsea. The junior quarterback threw for 112 yards and ran for another 69 with five total touchdowns.

whistle.” Chelsea found the end zone before half on a Kendrick Simpson 13-yard touchdown run and trailed Wetumpka 35-15 going into halftime. The Indians shut down Chelsea in the third quarter while adding a 34-yard field goal by Zach Grindle and Martin’s fourth and final touchdown. The Hornets scored late but the outcome was already written at halftime. Senior safety Nick Turner was pleased

with his teammates attitude and focus but knows the season is young and there’s a lot more work before they reach their goals. “We’re going to keep staying positive and keep moving, keep pushing and work hard,” he said. “We don’t want to let anyone go through us.” The Indians host long-standing rival Stanhope Elmore (0-2, 0-1) for the Battle of Elmore County next week.

Chelsea 0 7 8 7 — 22 Wetumpka 14 21 9 0 — 44 First Quarter Wetumpka – Jadarious Martin 8 run (kick failed), 8:13 Wetumpka – Robert LaPrade 32 pass from Martin (Martin 2pt Good), 5:40 Chelsea – Lando Nichols 31 pass from Turner Griffin (Jacob Boyle kick), 1:17 Second Quarter Wetumpka – Martin 15 run (Robert Stewart kick), 8:17 Wetumpka – Martin 3 run (Stewart kick), 4:35 Wetumpka – Tyquan Rawls 40 interception return (Stewart kick), 4:11 Chelsea – Kendrick Simpson 13 run (Collier Blair 2pt Good), 2:14 Third Quarter Wetumpka – Martin 4 run (kick failed), 5:31 Wetumpka – Zach Grindle 34 FG, 1:24 Fourth Quarter Chelsea – Lionel James 23 run (Xander Echols kick), 3:25 Team Statistics Chelsea Wetumpka First downs 8 9 Rushes-yards 47-128 34-176 Passing 4-13-2 10-15-1 Passing yards 47 117 Total yards 175 293 Punts 5-26.6 3-27.3 Fumbles-lost 0-0 3-1 Penalties-yards 4-30 9-105 Individual Statistics Rushing — Wetumpka: LaPrade 6-84, Martin 15-69, Terrance Thomas 5-15, Malik Johnson 2-5, DeAndre Ezell 1-3, Maliq Davis 1-3, Hezekiah Nowden 1-1, Jo Shipman 1-0, Trey McCreary 2-(-4). Chelsea: Blair 15-56, Tim Ransom 4-29, Simpson 17-27, Ethan Shaw 3-22, Little 2-1, Vick Lindsey 3-(-1), Turner Griffin 3-(-6). Passing — Wetumpka: Martin 9-13-112-1, Ezell 1-1-5-0, Johnson 0-0-0-0. Chelsea: Griffin 2-6-37-1, Little 2-7-10-1. Receiving — Wetumpka: Keedrick Adams 3-42, Ezell 3-26, LaPrade 2-37, Edward Rogers 2-11. Chelsea: Nichols 1-31, Wade Moore 1-7, Allen Goss 1-6, Michael Ard 1-3. Interceptions — Wetumpka: Rawls 1, Nick Turner 1. Chelsea: Dylan Seabolt 1

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Leeds 41, Elmore County 14

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Elmore County’s Antwan Cooks (2) puts a hit on Leeds’ Jakobi Hunter (34) in Friday night’s 41-14 Green Wave win over the Panthers.

Leeds’ tsunami demolishes Panthers By DAVID GRANGER Managing Editor

It was no Harvey. It was no Irma. But after the Elmore County Panthers (0-3) enjoyed some rare first-quarter sunshine, the second-ranked Leeds Green Wave (3-0) became a tsunami that rolled through Burt-Haynie Field and demolished the homestanders, 41-14 in a Class 4A Region 3 contest. Leeds senior quarterback Zachary Roberts directed the Green Wave attack, completing 20 of 35 passes for

195 yards and a touchdown. Torrence Pollard added six catches for 74 yards and a touchdown and 35 yards rushing and two more scores and Jakobi Hunter ran 11 times for 168 yards and a touchdown. Finally, the Leeds defense clamped down on the ECHS running game, holding star runner D.J. Patrick to just 65 yards on 17 carries. “There was some improvement tonight,” Elmore County coach Norman Dean said. “We’re still young, we’ve still got a lot of people hurt. I thought we fought really hard. We can’t shoot ourselves in the foot, though. We can’t

keep making mistakes that end drives and cost us yardage. “I thought we did some things well. But when you’re so young you just can’t make as many mistakes. We’ve just got to get better.” But, for the first time all year, the Panthers drew first blood, holding Leeds on its opening drive then marching for the score after a hold against the Green Wave gave them the ball at their 46. Either Patrick or quarterback Terrence Head carried the ball each time on the drive, with Head going in around right end from 14 yards out on the

eighth play. Joseph Stockman kicked the Elmore County PAT and Elmore County held a 7-0 lead with 7:30 left in the first. The lead held when Leeds drove 85 yards, most of it on the arm of Roberts, but were stopped when a false start on the Green Wave turned a fourth-and-3 to fourth-and-8 and Gregory Dawkins was forced to kick a 29-yard field goal to cut the lead to 7-3 with just 23 seconds left in the first quarter. Elmore County fell victim to penalties See ELMORE • Page 9

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Lanett steamrolls Horseshoe Bend By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

The Lanett Panthers arrived in New Site Friday night ranked second in the state in Class 2A. When the final whistle blew, the Panthers had easily proven why they deserve their ranking. From the beginning, they marched the ball down the field with relative ease, scoring on all but two of their drives as they manhandled the Horseshoe Bend Generals 50-6 in the Region 5 matchup. The Generals spent a large portion of the game trying to find an effective rhythm, with Trace Meadows carrying the ball 27 times for 95 yards, though a majority of his runs in the second half went for negative yardage. “All you can do is treat it like a learning experience,” Horseshoe Bend coach Josh Averett said. “We saw a lot of things we need to work on and

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get better. You know, Lanett’s a great team. They’re not ranked that high in the state for no reason.” “It feels pretty good. You know, the last two weeks, we’ve made a lot of mistakes and tonight, we didn’t make as many,” Lanett coach Clifford Story said. “To get off to 1-0 in the region, that’s big for our players and our team moving forward.” Despite racking up nearly 100 yards in penalties, the Panthers’ aerial attack was lethal, as six different receivers hauled in passes, though none more deadly than Terrion Truitt, gaining 202 on eight receptions and two touchdowns, while also adding 24 yards and three touchdowns on the ground. Lanett put its first points on the scoreboard late in the first quarter, when Truitt scored the first of his three touchdowns See GENERALS • Page 14

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Park Crossing 38, Stanhope Elmore 14

Mustangs fall flat in 38-14 loss By COREY ARWOOD Staff Writer

It was a bad night at Foshee-Henderson Stadium. The cool weather must have helped Stanhope-Elmore coach Brian Bradford keep his cool because by the end of the game he had seemingly made peace with the final score, a 38-14 loss to Park Crossing. Following the game, he had nothing but words of encouragement for his team, good things to say about the players’ efforts and even a level-headed outlook on moving forward after the game. “We just came out flat,” Bradford said. “You can’t give a team like Park Crossing 19 points and expect to be able to (win) it, not with a young team like we got.” It was heavily weighted toward the first half of gameplay with the Mustangs looking like they might be able to come out on top after a heavy 19-0 deficit in the first quarter. “We fought back, fought back,” Bradford said. “You know I love the kids for that they’re great kids. They fought hard and they tried to erase it, but you know when you spot them 19 points, it’s tough.” Mustang quarterback Johnnie Montgomery See STANHOPE • Page 9

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Top, In the fourth quarter senior Logan Swindle picked up major gains from several completions, raking in two first downs in the final minutes of the game. Above, Mustang running back Travarasia Duncan eludes the Thunderbird defense early in a game.

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SEHS junior Krystopher Chapman tackles an advancing Park Crossing player, while his back up swoops in for the hit.

scored the first touchdown with three minutes left in the first quarter. Already behind by 13 things looked all down hill, but in the remaining seconds of the first quarter, a handoff to Willie Burks provided their second touchdown, followed by a good extra point with 41-seconds left. SEHS was down by only five at the start of the second quarter, but four minutes in and Thunderbirds’ Uziah McDaniels dove into the Mustang end zone from a handoff, raising the score 25-14. Roughly eight minutes later history, repeated itself and McDaniels did the same with only eight seconds left in the half. Add one good kick and the Mustangs were now down by 18 with two seconds left in the second quarter. Things were bleak at 32-14 coming back after halftime,

but SEHS held back further Thunderbird gains. It did not, however, make any of its own. With 35 seconds left in the fourth quarter the Thunderbirds added insult to injury, and scored one last touchdown to close the night 38-14. “We just had a guy slip on the first play and gave up a touchdown,” Bradford said. “Then misread on a pass play and they intercept in the backfield and score a touchdown. They did what they were supposed to, but we shot ourselves in the foot and came out flat. He said their passing and rushing game was not the problem. “I thought we executed fine,” Bradford said. “We lined up, we ran the football, we did fine offensively. Like I said when you’re down 19, from then on every series counts. You got to change your game plan when that happens and you know it just it didn’t work out for us.”

Elmore on its next possession, called for holding and a false start, and punted to the Green Wave that took over at its own 20. Leeds overcame two false start penalties and, with the help of a 21-yard pass from Roberts to Pollard on fourth-and-3 that moved the ball to the Panther 36, capped the 12-play drive with a 10-yard run up the middle by Jakobi Hunter at 5:49 left in the half to give leads a 10-7 lead after Hawkins’ PAT. The Panthers could manage only a single first down on the ensuing possession and, after a bad Patrick punt went out of bounds at the Elmore County 39, the tsunami started to swell in earnest. Six plays later Pollard capped the drive with a 2-yard run with just 46 seconds left in the half. Then Elmore County’s LaPatrick Brown fumbled the kickoff and Braxton Ragland recovered at the Panthers’ 31. The Green Wave moved to the Panthers’ 18 before Hawkins kicked a 35-yard field goal to give Leeds a 20-7 halftime lead. The Green Wave increased its advantage on its first possession of the third quarter. Leeds took over at the Elmore County 49. After an offsides penalty against the Green Wave, Hunter broke a 35-yard run around left end to the Panthers’ 8. On the next play, Roberts hit Pollard for the score with 8:22 left in the third. Elmore County, however, got the points right back. A Head pass to Donovan Jones moved the ball 49 yards to the

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Leeds 41, Elmore County 14 Leeds 3 17 7 14 — 41 Elmore County 7 0 7 0—14 First Quarter Elmore County — Terrence Head 14 run (Joseph Stockman kick) Leeds — Gregory Dawkins 29 FG Second Quarter Leeds — Jakobi Hunter 10 run (Dawkins kick) Leeds — Torrence Pollard 2 run (Dawkins kick) Leeds — Dawkins 35 FG Third Quarter Leeds — Pollard 8 pass from Zachary Roberts (Dawkins kick) Elmore County — D.J. Patrick 2 run (Stockman kick) Fourth Quarter Leeds — Torrence Pollard 10 run (Dawkins kick) Leeds — Lawrence Harris Jr. 4 run (Dawkins kick) Team Statistics Leeds Elmore County First downs 17 12 Rushes-yards 32-319 35-112 Passing 21-36-0 1-8-1 Passing yards 148 49 Total yards 467 161 Punts 3-37.0 5-33.4 Fumbles-lost 0-0 2-1 Penalties-yards 11-99 7-54 Individual Statistics Rushing — Leeds: Jakobi Hunter 11-168, Torrence Pollard 8-35; Elmore County: D.J. Patrick 17-65, Donovan Jones 6-63, Terrence Head 11-11, Ladarius Jenkins 1-(-2) Passing — Leeds: Zachary Roberts 35-30-195-0; Elmore County, Terrence Head 5-1-49-0. D.J. Patrick 3-1-0-0.

Leeds 8 on the first play of the Panthers’ next possession and four plays later, Patrick went over from two yards out to make the score 27-14. One of the game’s most crucial plays came with 11:30 left. With Elmore County facing a fourth-and-4 at its own 34, the Panthers appeared to have made the decision to go for it and Patrick was stopped for no gain. “We didn’t go for it,” Dean

said. “That was a miscommunication.” Regardless, it set the stage for Leeds to put the game away with a 10-yard Pollard run at 4:02 left and a 4-yard run around left end for a touchdown by Lawrence Harris Jr. with just 1:40 left. Next Friday night, Leeds hosts Dadeville, which lost to Munford, 50-15. Elmore County hosts Handley, which lost to Tallassee, 21-13.

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SEHS junior Krystopher Chapman tackles an advancing Park Crossing player, while his back up swoops in for the hit.

Elmore ties on its next possession, called for holding and a false start, and punted to the Green Wave that took over at its own 20. Leeds overcame two false start penalties and, with the help of a 21-yard pass from Roberts to Pollard on fourth-and-3 that moved the ball to the Panther 36, capped the 12-play drive with a 10-yard run up the middle by Jakobi Hunter at 5:49 left in the half to give leads a 10-7 lead after Hawkins’ PAT. The Panthers could manage only a single first down on the ensuing possession and, after a bad Patrick punt went out of bounds at the Elmore County 39, the tsunami started to swell in earnest. Six plays later Pollard capped the drive with a 2-yard run with just 46 seconds left in the half. Then Elmore County’s LaPatrick Brown fumbled the kickoff and Braxton Ragland recovered at the Panthers’ 31. The Green Wave moved to the Panthers’ 18 before Hawkins kicked a 35-yard field goal to give Leeds a 20-7 halftime lead. The Green Wave increased its advantage on its first possession of the third quarter. Leeds took over at the Elmore County 49. After an offsides penalty against the Green Wave, Hunter broke a 35-yard run around left end to the Panthers’ 8. On the next play, Roberts hit Pollard for the score with 8:22 left in the third. Elmore County, however, got the points right back. A Head pass to Donovan Jones moved the ball 49 yards to the

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Reeltown 52, Woodland 6

Reeltown’s Makevon Hughley (4) breezes by Woodland High School’s defense during Friday night’s game as the Rebels battled the Bobcats. Carmen Rodgers / The Outlook

Reeltown marches through Woodland en route to 52-6 blowout By GRIFFIN PRITCHARD For The Outlook

Reeltown scored in every phase of the game Friday night, turning a regional victory march into a full-on blue-clad blitzkrieg of the visiting Woodland Bobcats. The Rebels, who amassed more special team yards than offensive yards in the first half, defeated Woodland 52-6 and played every available Rebel in the process. “Everybody has a role in the team and they work hard and it’s great

for them to get in and give them that chance to shine,” Rebel coach Matt Johnson said. “Let me tell you, it was great to see them get in and fly around the ball. They are gritty and it was great to see.” Reeltown harnessed the momentum from the kickoff. Cameron Faison fielded the kick and returned it 72 yards for the go-ahead touchdown. Connor Moore added the point after and the Rebels led 7-0. They didn’t look back. On the ensuing possession, the Rebel defense stripped the ball out of the

hands of Jordan Herring and into the hands of Faison for the 40-yard scoop and score. With a successful point after, the Rebels pushed ahead 14-0. “We preached all week long to play 48 minutes, to be gas on, be businesslike and have fun,” Johnson said. “I just heard a stat that we had more special team yards than offense in the first half and that’s something I will take pride in.” Following a short punt by the Bobcats, who had more possessions in the first half than the Rebels, Reeltown

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went to work inside the red zone. The drive lasted four plays and ended with a 14-yard touchdown pass from Logan Hunt to Eric Shaw. Shaw was used his height to his advantage, scoring twice in the first half over the shorter Bobcat defensive back sent to cover him. “They did some things defensively that we weren’t prepared for so we had to settle down and we made some adjustments,” Johnson said. “The guys executed. Once we got that settled See REELTOWN • Page 15

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Tallassee 21, Handley 13

Tallassee upsets defending state champ Handley By TIM ALTORK The Randolph Leader

A steady stream of mistakes and bad breaks didn’t keep Handley from a chance to win its region opener against Tallassee Friday in Roanoke. But ultimately the Tigers were unable to come up with one more big play at the end as they fell to Tallassee 21-13. Handley was penalized 11 times for 80 yards, lost the turnover battle 2-0 including a lost fumble in the Tallassee end zone from the 4-yard line, had an extra point blocked and still had the ball in the last three minutes with a chance to tie the game. The Tigers’ last-chance possession fell short however as they turned the ball over on downs at the Tallassee 38-yard line with 1:28 left in the game. Tallassee took over and ran out the clock to give Handley its second straight 0-2 start. Tallassee never trailed in the game after it took the opening possession and drove 81 yards on 11 plays, and scored on a 40-yard pass play from Casey Baynes to Jacob Burton with 6:44 left in the first quarter. Handley’s defense settled in after that drive and the Tigers evened things up with a 7-yard touchdown run by Devontae Houston with 10:21 left in the half. Tallassee wasted no time regaining the lead, however, as a 35-yard touchdown run by Eryn Cochran-Gill put Tallassee back up by a touchdown that was the eventual game-winner. Handley dominated the third quarter on offense in what proved to be a microcosm of the whole night for the Tigers. Handley took the opening possession and methodically marched 56 yards, using 13 plays and over eight minutes of game clock to reach the Tallassee 4-yard line. Handley overcame 20 yards of penalties, including a rare aiding the runner penalty on a 17-yard pass play from Corey Bell to Jared Sears. Facing fourth-and-1 from the Tallassee 4, Handley fumbled a handoff, and the ball was knocked forward into the end zone where Tallassee’s Kalvin Levett recovered it and returned it out to the 20-yard line. But Handley’s defense held Tallassee to three-and-out on the ensuing possession, and Quay Patterson returned the resulting Tallassee punt 32 yards to give Handley a first-and-10 at the Tallasee 14-yard line. Three plays later Houston was in the end zone for the second time, but the extra point

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Tallassee’s Eryn Cochran-Gill was the leading rusher for the Tigers with 57 yards and a touchdown on five carries in a win against Handley.

attempt was blocked, leaving Handley trailing 14-13. The back breaker for Handley came late in the fourth quarter when Tallassee ran a pass play out of a punt formation on fourth-and-3 from the Handley 43-yard line and turned it into a touchdown from Baynes to Levett and a 21-13 Tallassee lead.

Houston led Handley with 106 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries. Bell was productive in his second start for the injured QuonDarius Lyons. Bell completed 6-of-10 passes for 68 yards and rushed 10 times for 96 yards. Handley held Baynes, who was Tallasee’s leading rusher coming into

the game, to 16 yards on 15 carries. But the Tallassee quarterback did complete 7-of-12 passes for 113 yards and two touchdowns. Burton caught five balls for 67 yards and a touchdown, while Cochran led Tallassee’s ground game with 57 yards and a touchdown on just five carries.

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STATEWIDE SCOREBOARD

Class 7A Bob Jones 40, James Clemens 14 Central-Phenix City 34, Auburn 28 Davidson 24, Foley 7 Fairhope 43, Mary G. Montgomery 14 Grissom 21, Huntsville 9 Hewitt-Trussville 38, Gadsden City 24 Hoover 31, Mountain Brook 21 Jeff Davis 50, Smiths Station 2 McGill-Toolen 21, Murphy 14 Oak Mountain 31, Huffman 0 Prattville 45, Enterprise 21 Spain Park 33, Vestavia Hills 14 Sparkman 36, Buckhorn 10 Theodore 26, Baker 14 Thompson 63, Tuscaloosa County 22

Point 0 Clay-Chalkville 41, Jasper 6 Cullman 31, Albertville 9 Daphne 26, Saraland 20 Fort Payne 28, SouthsideGadsden 14 Gardendale 53, Pell City 7 Hartselle 35, Athens 7 Hazel Green 50, Columbia 6 Helena 20, Chilton County 0 Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa 31, Northridge 0 Homewood 20, Parker 14 John Carroll Cath 23, Hueytown 21 Muscle Shoals 47, Florence 29 Opelika 17, Carver-Montgomery 3 Oxford 42, Brewer 7 Park Crossing 39, Stanhope Elmore 14 Paul Bryant 45, Brookwood 26 Pinson Valley 48, Minor 8 Ramsay 22, Shades Valley 14 Russell County 24, Dothan 7 Sidney Lanier 26, Northview 6 Spanish Fort 49, Gulf Shores 3 Wetumpka 44, Chelsea 22

Class 6A Austin 49, Decatur 0 Benjamin Russell 35, Pelham 28 Bessemer City 54, Selma 28 Blount 25, Baldwin County 19 Carver-Birmingham 23, Center

Class 5A Alexandria 45, Arab 15 Briarwood Christian 35, Moody 10 Brooks 48, Ardmore 0 Calera 53, Dallas County 7 Carroll 10, Charles Henderson 3

Interclass Alma Bryant 29, Robertsdale 22 Jemison 39, Billingsley 6 Madison County 45, Hatton 6 Susan Moore 35, Winston Co. 10 Sylvania 42, Cedar Bluff 0

Central-Clay County 28, Valley 3 Citronelle 22, Vigor 20 Corner 21, Fairview 14 Crossville 28, Scottsboro 21 Demopolis 46, CentralTuscaloosa 6 Etowah 50, Douglas 0 Eufaula 29, B.T. Washington 22 Guntersville 49, Boaz 7 Hayden 37, West Point 18 Jackson 19, Faith Academy 3 Lawrence County 49, St. John Paul II Catholic 7 Lee-Huntsville 45, Russellville 0 Marbury 24, Sumter Central 6 Mortimer Jordan 41, Springville 14 Pleasant Grove 33, Fairfield 32 Rehobeth 28, Headland 0 St. Clair County 56, Shelby County 23 St. Paul’s 44, Wilcox Central 0 Sylacauga 45, Lincoln 24 Talladega 38, Cleburne County 28 Class 4A Alabama Christian 38, Bullock County 12 Andalusia 54, Monroe County 0 Anniston 26, Ashville 6 Bibb County 43, Greensboro 30 Childersburg 52, Holtville 21 Dale County 38, Trinity Presbyterian 6 Deshler 20, Central-Florence 7

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2017 SPORTS EXTRA

SEPTEMBER 9-10, 2017

Munford 50, Dadeville 15

Munford defeats Dadeville Tigers, 50-15 By SHANE DUNAWAY The Daily Home

MUNFORD — Munford jack-ofall-trades Zay Britt and quarterback Tanner Reeves put on a show in a 50-15 drubbing of Class 4A Region 3 foe Dadeville on Friday night. Each player had a hand in four scoring plays for the Lions in a game Munford coach Bill Smith said his players were itching to play. “It’s been the longest two weeks,” said Smith, whose team opened the season with a 21-20 loss to Central Clay County in Week Zero, then had last Friday off. “It feels like it has been a month since we last played, but this team really wanted to get back on the field. Sometimes, those bye weeks, the practices drag. The senior leadership didn’t let that happen this last week and a half. It really showed, and I’m pleased with the performance tonight.” Britt scored three of his four touchdowns in the first half, the first coming on a 72-yard punt return to give the Lions a two-score lead early. He added a 68-yard catch-and-run while lined up at running back and took a snap at quarterback 38 yards for a touchdown. “That’s standard for Zay Britt,” Smith said. “I think he’s the most electric 4A player in the state that I’ve seen.” Smith said the play on special teams has improved in the past two weeks. “We spent a lot of time on special teams and we were really disappointed with some of our special teams against Central Clay County … so we really focused on it,” he said. “Our goal was to return a kick or a punt for touchdown … We feel like our schemes are good, our kids work hard at it and we’ve got good returners.” Running back Carson Smith drew

first blood with a 9-yard touchdown run on Munford’s opening drive that started on the Dadeville 38-yard line courtesy of a 60-yard Ethan Swinford kick return. Smith finished with nine carries for 100 yards and a score. Munford reached the end zone on the final play of the half on a 15-yard pass from Reeves to wide receiver Draven Campbell. Prior to Campbell’s touchdown, Reeves added a rushing score on his own from 33 yards away, then took a botched snap and found Cameron Lemons on an unplanned, yet successful, two-point conversion. “We practice that,” Bill Smith said. “We don’t plan on a bad snap, but we practice that obviously every day.” The Lions held a 43-7 halftime lead, with Dadeville’s touchdown coming on a 38-yard run by running back Tykeem Holley. Reeves, Britt and the bulk of Munford’s starters played one series in the third quarter. The senior quarterback hit Britt on a 45-yard touchdown pass to go up 50-7. The Tigers mustered a garbage-time touchdown at the end of the third on a 30-yard pass from quarterback Slade McCullers to wide receiver Jalen Sullivan. The pair also connected on a two-point conversion through the air to make the score 50-15 Britt finished with four catches for 134 yards and two touchdowns, two carries for 49 yards and a touchdown and his 72-yard punt return for a final tally of 255 all-purpose yards. “I just want to give glory to God and I want to thank my team for coming in, working and practicing hard every day, pushing me to be better than I am every day,” he said. Reeves went 10-of-16 passing for 184 yards and three touchdowns while adding 46 yards and a touchdown on three carries. “I’m not going to lie, everybody else made it easy for me,” Reeves

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Dadeville’s Joshua Taylor, left, picks up a kickoff and then begins to pick his way to an 86-yard touchdown in a 28-14 win over LaFayette in its first game of the season.

said. “I didn’t have to do nothing. I felt like I didn’t do anything today. I threw a short pass, and they just took it all the way. I had good protection.

The (offensive) line did a great job today. This was easy to me. I had time, I had everything I needed, good coaching and everything.”

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Generals on a 30-yard pass from quarterback Kristian Story. After a failed fourth down conversion from Horseshoe Bend, Lanett’s next drive lasted all of one play, as running back Ja’Won Howell got the handoff and raced past the Generals defense for a 65-yard touchdown. Story added two more touchdown passes in the second quarter, one to Tifton Dobbs and another to Truitt. Truitt also scored on a 14-yard rush to cap off the second quarter. Settling for a field goal on their first possession after halftime, Jaquarius Houston scored from 24 yards out. Horseshoe Bend finally got on the scoreboard early in the fourth quarter, when Meadows found the end zone from 25 yards out. However, Lanett’s Chancellor Spence took the ensuing kickoff to the house, salting away the last of the game. With a running clock in the fourth quarter, the Generals found one relatively bright spot after Spence’s kickoff return, as freshman Trenton Cotney entered the game as a running

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Lanett 50, Horseshoe Bend 6

Cliff Williams / The Outlook

Horseshoe Bend’s Luke Yarbrough is brought down by Lanett’s Jaren Ross.

back and reeled off 42 yards on five carries. Moving forward, Averett hopes to see more consistency and the ability to sustain drives out of his players. “We had some completions and got some things going, we just couldn’t sustain it. It’s all about being consistent, and

that’s what we’re struggling with right now,” he said. “I just told my guys, we’ve just got to go back to work on Monday. That’s all we can do.” Lanett returns home to face off against Vincent next week, while the Generals get set to host Reeltown in a rivalry game Friday night.

Lanett 14 20 9 7—50 Horseshoe Bend 0 0 0 6—6 First Quarter Lan—Terrion Truitt 30 pass from Kristian Story (Rovilan Castro kick), 4:26 Lan—Ja’Won Howell 65 rush (Castro kick), 0:11 Second Quarter Lan—Tifton Dobbs 23 pass from Story (kick failed), 9:21 Lan—Truitt 24 pass from Story (Castro kick), 6:02 Lan—Truitt 14 rush (Castro kick), 2:15 Third Quarter Lan—Castro 22 field goal, 8:02 Lan—Jaquarius Houston 24 rush (kick failed), 1:50 Fourth Quarter HB—Trace Meadows 25 rush (kick failed), 11:00 Lan—Chancellor Spence 76 kickoff return (Castro kick), 9:00 Team Statistics Lan HB First Downs 8 10 Rushes-Yards 13-133 36-143 Passing 16-19-0 5-12-1 Passing Yards 265 59 Total Yards 398 202 Punts 1-39.0 4-37.3 Fumbles-Lost 2-0 1-1 Penalties-Yards 8-97 2-24 Individual Statistics Rushing—Lan: Howell 8-80, Houston 1-24, Truitt 3-24, Story 2-5; HB: Meadows 27-95, Trenton Cotney 5-42, Luke Yarbrough 2-5, Cade Worthy 2-1. Passing—Lan: Story 16-19-265-0; HB: Worthy 5-12-59-1. Receiving—Lan: Truitt 8-202, Dobbs 2-47, Trikweze Bridges 2-15, Howell 2- (-3), Anquaevious Pollard 1-7, Spence 1- (-3); HB: Nalijah Heard 4-32, Corbin Shivers 1-27. Interceptions—Lan: Keavis Sands 1

FRIDAY NIGHTS Photos by Cliff Williams and Kenneth Boone

Left, the Horseshoe Bend Marching Five Star Band entertained the crowd in New Site as the next generation of Generals, top right, look on. The Generals, right, followed a tank onto the field before taking on Lanett. Benjamin Russell coach Danny Horn, above, talks to his players during a timeout.

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Reeltown down and started executing — I was really pleased with effort and the adjustments.” Another kick split the uprights and moved the tally to 21-0 with 4:18 left in the opening stanza. Defensively, the Rebels held again. Tre Tre Hughley fielded the punt and ran 65 yards through a cluster of Bobcats and out of his shoes for the touchdown. A snafu on the point after attempt led to one of the few positive Woodland plays in the first half, a defensive stop. Reeltown, at the end of the opening frame, led 27-0. RaJerrian Wright and Kolby Coan recorded sacks for the Rebels and a short punt set Reeltown near midfield to start the next drive. Runs by Trey O’Neal and Faison moved the Rebels to the Bobcats 19. Hunt, on first down, connected with Shaw again for the touchdown. With the point after splitting the uprights, Reeltown’s lead swelled to 34-0 with 7:41 left to play. “I think we played good, we came out better than we normally do,” Shaw said. “I had a little corner on me (on both touchdown receptions). He was good for his size, but I went out and made the catch.” Woodland, who up to this point in the game had been stymied offensively, began to string a drive together led by the legs of Herring. The key to sustaining the drive came as a result of a muffed punt by the Rebels. Woodland recovered and used the momentary momentum swing to score its only points of the night. Jake Lovvorn connected with David Higgs to move inside the Rebel 20

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Reeltown’s Landon Hunt (11) holds back Woodland High School’s Jordan Herring (7) during Friday night’s game as the Rebels battled the Bobcats.

before calling his own number and sprinting into the end zone for the touchdown, making the score 34-6. Unfortunately, for the visitors, they never got any closer than 28-points. On a busted play, Reeltown’s O’Neal used his athleticism to out-run the defense and his shoes en route to a 65-yard touchdown. After again holding the Bobcat offense, Makevon Hughley fielded the punt and returned it 72 yards for the touchdown. Fielding it on a hop near the Rebels sideline,

Hughley sprinted downfield, cutting back toward the center thanks to a key block, for the touchdown. “This a good win for us,” Hughley said. With 24 minutes of football in the books, Reeltown went into the intermission leading 46-6. “We played two really good halves of football in the first two weeks, but not a complete game and I think we did that tonight,” Johnson said. “But, there’s a lot of room for improvement and we’ve got a lot of football left.

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Top, Reeltown’s Kolby Coan (7) brings down Woodland High School’s Bryant Keith (2) during Friday night’s game as the Rebels battled the Bobcats. Above, Reeltown’s Makevon Hughley (4) is stopped by Woodland High School’s Jordan Herring (7) during Friday night’s game as the Rebels battled the Bobcats.

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Childersburg opens new stadium with 31-point region win

SEPTEMBER 9-10, 2017

Childersburg 52, Holtville 21 CORRECTION: Holtville’s Jaderick Carter was misidentified as Kolby Potts in last week’s edition of Sports Extra. Tallapoosa Publishers regrets this error.

By BUDDY ROBERTS The Daily Home

Twenty unanswered fourth-quarter points boosted Childersburg to a 52-21 region win against Holtville in the Tigers’ first game at their new John W. Cox Stadium. “Tonight was all about giving the fans a win,” Childersburg coach Jon Beverly said. “It was a gritty game. We came out in the second half and made some early mistakes, but we shook them off and showed a lot of mental toughness.” Beverly particularly praised the offensive line and quarterback Jalen Kidd, who was intercepted twice in the third quarter before throwing to Isaiah Jones for one touchdown and running 52 yards for another. “This is the biggest night we’ve ever had on the new field,” Kidd said as he performed a victory dance on the sideline in the he’s closing seconds. Beverly said, “Jalen shook it off and did a good job of bouncing back.” Earlier, Kidd had contributed two touchdowns to Childersburg’s 18-7 halftime lead, connecting with T.K. Kenebrew on a short scoring pass and one of 70 yards, sandwiching a 12-yard touchdown run by Kellan McCain. Holtville briefly took control of the game in the third quarter, answering

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The Holtville Bulldogs find running room in a 2016 game against Elmore County.

a 57-yard Kylan Bennett touchdown with a 60-yard scoring pass from Kalandre Baker to Tyler Richardson. After three back-to-back turnovers — two by Childersburg, one by Holtville — Baker threw to Benjamin Buck for a 31-yard touchdown, narrowing the score by five points.

The Tigers’ remaining scores came on 9-yard runs by Justin Taylor and Maurice Bennett. “We did run the ball well, but we have to do better on pass protection next week,” Beverly said. Kylan Bennett rushed for 125 yards, and Kidd ran for 80. Kenebrew gained

Edgewood gives Springwood all it can in loss STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Following a drubbing at the hands of Southwest Georgia Academy last week, the Edgewood Academy football team rallied during practice week but came up short against a strong Springwood squad Friday night. The Edgewood Academy Wildcats (1-2, 0-1) fell 23-14 to the Springwood Academy Wildcats in a game plagued by penalties and miscues. Edgewood coach Eric Folmar said there were too many mistakes for a team as young as the Wildcats to overcome and left a lot of points on the field “It was the difference in the ball game but our guys played

through a lot of adversity,” he said. “And they showed a lot of toughness playing it out until the end.” The scoring was at a premium in the first quarter with both squads failing to knock a dent in the scoreboard but Springwood capitalized in the second quarter on an 86-yard touchdown pass and a 34-yard field goal. Edgewood responded with a Tyler Abernathy 6-yard touchdown run and trailed Springwood 10-7 at halftime. The Springwood Wildcats extended their lead early in the third quarter on a 23-yard scoring pass but Edgewood pulled within three points on a Christian Ivey 6-yard run to end the quarter. Springwood managed to tack on another score near the end of the con-

test to place the final score at 23-14. Folmar and the Wildcats don’t settle for moral victories but Folmar felt his team played to the best of its ability despite its youth and a few key injuries that has diminished the depth of an already inexperienced team. “I’m really proud of our guys for playing as hard as they could regardless of our injuries and lack of experience,” he said. “It was a tough night but the guys showed up and speaks to the character and attitude they possess.” The Wildcats hit the road for the next contest, traveling to Auburn to face the Lee-Scott Academy Warriors (2-1, 1-0) in an AISA Class 3A Region 1 matchup.

120 rushing yards. The Tigers were without their regular kicker and succeeded on only two of eight two-point conversion attempts. “He’ll be back in commission next week, and Terry Thomas did a good job for us on kickoffs tonight,” Beverly said.

Springwood 23, Edgewood 14 Springwood 23, Edgewood 14 Springwood 0 10 7 6 — 23 Edgewood 0 7 7 0 — 14 Second Quarter Springwood – 86-yard pass (kick good) Springwood – 34-yard field goal Edgewood – Tyler Abernathy 6 run (Kam Burleson kick) Third Quarter Springwood – 23-yard pass (kick good) Edgewood – Christian Ivey 6 run (Burleson kick) Fourth Quarter Springwood – 14-yard run (kick failed) Team Statistics Springwood Edgewood Rushing yards 129 246 Passing yards 228 174 Total yards 357 420 Individual Statistics Rushing — Ivey 31-152, Abernathy 17-94. Passing — Ivey 12-14-174. Receiving — Burleson 4-109, Matt Williams 3-43