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‘It’s going to take some time’ Official says flushing algae from water lines is last step in clearing city’s water issues By Mitch Sneed
city council and said that they believe that they are well on their way to resolving the issues that surfaced about three weeks ago. Residents began reporting “moldy” smelling water and tastes that some said compared to the taste of dirt. “It was what we thought, it was the algae level in the water,” Meadows said. “We have been treating ever since we first realized we had the issue, but it
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An official from the Adams Water Treatment Plant gave city officials and residents and update on efforts to free the water supply from a odd taste and smell. John Meadows, superintendent of the city’s Adams Water Treatment Plant, gave a presentation at Monday’s
was worse than we first thought. “We’ve treated it with copper sulfate. We’ve been testing and had people from our chemical supplier here. We even had a visit from ADEM and everything is checking out. The main issue now is it takes a while to get it all Mitch Sneed / The Outlook out of our lines. If you are close to the Water lines along Dadeville Road are flushed plant or in the middle of town, you are through an open hydrant this week as the city works See WATER, Page 5 to clear up issues caused by algae in the water.
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It’s no secret that Alexander City’s own Robinson Iron is one of the most sought after makers of specialty metal work in the world. But as Pope Francis’ visit to Philadelphia this weekend gets media attention, if you look closely, you may get a glimpse of one of the most massive and unique projects that the metal craftsmen at Robinson have tackled recently. Robinson was awarded the bid to construct the massive metal gates at the historic Philadelphia City Hall, a project that finally completes one of the most incredible See GATES, Page 9 Robinson Iron’s Scotty Howell test swings a gate that will be installed at Philadephia City Hall. Robinson Iron is installing four sets of the gates as a part of a $1.5 million project on the historic structure. One set of gates, inset, were dedicated earlier this month. Mitch Sneed / The Outlook
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In her work with the Domestic Violence Intervention Center, Lisa Stephens says she’s often overwhelmed. “The hardest part for me is seeing the children that have to endure these situations,” said Stephens. “Having to leave their home and everything that comes with that.” But Stephens said even the most difficult things she’s seen are worth it if a person is safely removed from a violent domestic situation. “As overwhelming as the work can be, it’s worth it to know that the person is safe and that you may have saved a life,” Stephens said. “That’s what makes our work here rewarding.” The Domestic Violence Intervention Center is located in Opelika, but serves five counties – Chambers, Lee, Macon, Randolph and Tallapoosa. The center was incorporated as a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency in 1980, with its shelter accepting its first victim in 1981. DVIC provides a 24-hour crisis line, confidential emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, referrals to agencies and organizations that assist victims, support group, and a school based violence prevention program. The DVIC has gained the respect of victims, the public, and law enforcement for providing quality care to victims of See CENTER, Page 5
Fox Point Farms continues to rake in big honors By Mia Osborn
gift markets in the world, winning first place in two divisions was no small feat. And the September marAt Fox Point Farm in Kellyton, ket isn’t the first time the Jamisons the Jamison family is growing a list have won big in Atlanta. of awards along with their livestock. At their very first AmericasMart The farm brought home two event in July, Fox Point Farm blue ribbons from the Fall Gift beat 3,000 other vendors to win and Home Furnishings Market Best Booth. This rise to the top is at AmericasMart Atlanta on remarkable given how long they September 16-18. have been in the game. The Jamisons’ “Faabulous Fudge “We’ve only been doing this a Sauce” won first place in the Best year and a half,” said Jamison. Chocolate division. Their Salted Christie and her husband, Patrick, Vanilla Caramels brought home founded Fox Point Farm in 2014. Best Candy. Both sweets were made They now raise five kids, heirloom from milk provided by Fox Point fruits and vegetables and 300-plus Farm goats. animals on 40 rolling acres in “I love a competition,” said Fox Kellyton. Point Farm co-founder Christie The Jamisons are quickly makJamison. ing a name for themselves with the Considering that AmericasMart See FARM, Page 5 puts on one of the largest wholesale Outlook Staff Writer
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DEAR ABBY: Your advice to “Poor Birth Mother in Georgia” on June 12 -“Because the college loan agreement with your daughter was verbal and wasn’t put in writing, you don’t have a legal means to force her to assume the loan payments” -- was wrong! Verbal agreements are enforced if they can be proven to be true. Even if the daughter didn’t promise to make the payments, she may be held liable for them because money provided for the benefit of another gives rise to an implied and enforceable obligation to repay it. If the statute of limitations has not run out, I think she’s got a pretty good case. Whether it’s economically feasible is another issue, as is the wisdom of getting into litigation with one’s daughter. Check with your own attorney. You made a mistake that you should correct. If you are a lawyer, you should
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have known better; if you’re NOT a lawyer, you should avoid giving legal advice. -ATTORNEY IN PALM DESERT, CALIF. DEAR PALM DESERT: You are not the only lawyer to say that. Attorneys nationwide wrote to point it out, and I apologize for that answer. Although I did consult an attorney who said my answer was correct, it appears we were both wrong. Read on: DEAR ABBY: Under Georgia law, ORAL agreements are enforceable. That mother could bring a lawsuit against her daughter to repay the loan. A famous Georgia case involved Ted Turner, who was sued for $281 million based on an oral agreement.
She leaves to mourn: her children Charlene Spidell, Billy Graham, Pastor Smithie Lee Patricia Garrett, Wanda Graham Graham, Sandra Jackson, Smithie Belinda Johnson, Funeral service for Alonzo Russell and Tara Pastor Smithie Lee Jones; her sister and Graham 79 of Salem, brother-in-law, Apostle W.T. AL will be Friday, Traylor and Mother September 25, Ola Traylor; her 2015 at 2 p.m. brothers, Alvester at Great Bethel Dunn, and Willie Baptist Church, Dunn; sons-in-law, Alexander City, AL. Marvin Johnson, Burial will follow at Willie Lee Armour’s Memorial Thomason and Garden, Alexander Jimmy Garrett; City, AL. daughter-in-law Pastor Smithie Vonda Russell; Graham Lee Graham tran21 grandchildren, sitioned peaceincluding a special fully to be with the Lord on grandson Alfonzo Graham, September 21, 2015. 32 great grandchildren, She was preceded in several nieces, nephews, death by her husband and cousins. As well as Henry Nelson Graham; special friends and Sisters mother, Ethel Dunn; sisin Christ, Pastor Emma ters, Essie Mae Blue and Hoyle, and Sister Doris Inell Dunn; brother, Jimmy Buford, and her church Dunn and her twin, Johnny family. Lee Dunn; a daughter, Arrangements by Nellie Thomason and a Armour’s Memorial grandson, Marty Graham. Services.
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A Georgia court upheld the agreement, and Turner had to pay the $281 million. -- SAN FRANCISCO ATTORNEY DEAR ABBY: Although the agreement “Poor Birth Mother” had with her daughter was an oral one, there may be some documentation, albeit peripheral: email, notes, birthday cards, thankyou cards. Also, the college application and financial disclosure form may say “loan from mother” as anticipated expense payment. The writer should talk to an attorney in Georgia. -- MARIETTA, GA., READER DEAR ABBY: Just the THREAT of a lawsuit may bring the daughter around. Lawsuits, sad to say, have enormous blackmail value; the cost to defend them is so high that people settle. I’m a magna cum laude graduate and former officer of Harvard Law School, and for a few years of my misspent youth, a professor at the Northwestern University
Mr. Oswell Griffin Mr. Oswell Griffin of Dadeville passed away on September 22, 2015. Mr. Griffin was preceded in death by his daughter, Debbie Norton Taylor and he is survived by his wife of 61 years Elizabeth (Liz) Brice Griffin of Dadeville; daughter Sharon Clampitt of Jacksons Gap; sons, Rickey Griffin (Robin) of Palmetto, Georgia; Scott Griffin (Ronda); sisters Louise and James Morrow of Morrow, Georgia; Joan Brice of Dadeville; Ruby Boze of Sharpsburg,
School of Law. If I were licensed in Georgia, I’d represent her, probably for free (lawyers do such things). -- ATTORNEY IN IRVING, TEXAS DEAR ABBY: Tell the mother to consult her local bar association and ask if it has a pro bono (free) hotline or clinic to advise her. -- TEXAS LAWYER DEAR ABBY: Have her contact Georgia’s Division of Aging and speak to Adult Protective Services. Among the things it deals with is elder abuse, which includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse, neglect by a caregiver, self-neglect and financial exploitation. -- READER IN GEORGIA Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby. com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069. Georgia, Edsel and Betty Griffin of Carnesville, Georgia; 15 grand children, 32 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held Friday, September 25 at 11 a.m. at the Chapel of Parrott Funeral Home with Pastor Mike Crane officiating. Interment to follow at Holly Hill Memorial Park. Those wishing may sign the online guest registry at www.parrottfuneralhome.com The family will receive friends Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Parrott Funeral Home and Crematory in Fairburn Georgia..
Mr. Claude S. Mckinney Mr. Claude S. Mckinney of Childersburg, Alabama died September 23, 2015 and arrangements will be announced later by Wright’s Funeral Home.
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Coosa County Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Coosa County Courthouse in Rockford at 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday and at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday. Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. in city hall. Goodwater City Council meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held upstairs in the courthouse at 6:30 p.m. Jackson’s Gap Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6:30 p.m.
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September 26 CITY FEST: The Goodwater City Fest will be Sept. 26. All vendors, groups, soloists, rappers, and etc. are invited to attend and perform. For more information contact: Jessie Odum at 256-307-0147 or Brenda Simmons at 256-794-0727. BENCE FAMILY REUNION: The Bence Family Reunion will be Sept. 26 at Zion Hill Baptist Church on County Road 79. The reunion will begin around 11 a.m. Bring a covered dish for the noon meal. DRUG TAKE BACK: Walgreens in Alexander City is hosting a drug take back event Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local law enforcement will be on site to collect old and unwanted prescription and over the counter medications. No questions will be asked. GERMANY FAMILY REUNION: The Germany family reunion will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 at the Daviston Community Center. Things will start around 11 a.m. with lunch at noon. Bring a covered dish and join us. If you have any questions, contact Johnny Germany at 256-234-7380. BENEFIT SINGING: The will be a benefit singing for Waylon Smith at New Hope Baptist Church Sept. 26 4 - 7 p.m. Donations are welcomed to help with medical costs and amputation of his leg. Singers include All For Him, God’s Mercy, and Heaven’s Express. TOY RIDE: The 3rd Annual Don Smith Memorial Toy Ride is Saturday, Sept. 26 starting at the Sportplex. Sign up at 10 a.m. and kick stands up at 11 a.m. $20 per bike and antique cars. For More information contact Tony Harris at 256-794-2969. BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: The 15th annual Titus Bluegrass Festival is Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $5 for ages 12 and over and free to children. Grab a lawn chair and head to the Titus Community Center to the likes of Prattville’s Glory Band,Solid Blue, Magnolia Drive and Baily Mountain Band. HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE: The last Tallapoosa County Hunter Education Course before the 2015-2016 hunting season at the Hackneyville Community Center. The course will be Sept. 26 from 7:30 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. To register for the course go to outdooralabama.com/hunting/education or for more information call Jerry Brown at 256-839-5154. MEN AND WOMEN CONFERENCE: Peace and Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Men and Women Conference Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. with guest speakers Deacon Calvin Kelley and Sister Jahazel Hooks. CEMETERY CLEANING: Coger Hill C.M.E. Church in Daviston having a cemetery cleaning Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. until.
September 27 CHURCH HOMECOMING: Socopatoy Church will celebrate its homecoming Sept. 27 with worship service at 11 a.m. The annual business will follow with fellowship dinner on the picnic tables. SINGING: The Dye Family will be singing at Old Union Baptist Church Sept. 27 5 p.m. Fellowship and food to follow. MEN AND WOMEN DAY: Centerview Missionary Baptist Church in Camp Hill is celebrating men and Women Day Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. Guest minister is Rev. S. Dewayne Drakeford. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Early Rose Missionary Baptist Church is holding homecoming services Sept. 27 at 2:30 p.m.
The pastor is Rev. Berlyn D. Norris. Guest pastor will be Dr. James O. Blackmon. BLOOD DRIVE: LifeSouth Community Blood Center is hosting a blood drive Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Winn Dixie of Alexander City. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Coger Hill C.M.E. Church in Daviston is hosting homecoming Sept. 27 at 11 a.m.
September 27-30 CHURCH REVIVAL: Marshall Street Church is hosting revival services Sept. 27-30. Sunday services will be at 10:45 p.m. and 6 p.m. and Monday Wednesday services will be at 7 p.m.
September 28 HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Buddy Simpkins will present “Best of Jazz and More” at the Sept. 28 meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION: The next meeting of the Alexander City Ministerial Association will be Monday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at GAP Fellowship Church (next to Big B Barbecue. There will be consideration of ways to increase the participation of ministers in monthly meetings. Mrs. Rachel James, a skilled beautician, will inform ministers of a helpful ministry which she wants to begin. All Christian ministers are invited. For more information, contact Michael Waldrop, president at 256-329-9593, Lewis Benson, vice-president at 256215-4327 or Bill Middlebrooks, secretary at 256-234-3371.
September 28-30 CHURCH REVIVAL: Early Rose Missionary Baptist Church is hosting revival services Sept. 28-30 at 7 p.m. nightly. The pastor is Rev. Berlyn O. Norris. Guest pastor will be Rev. Kevin Brown. CHURCH REVIVAL: Coger Hill C.M.E. Baptist Church is hosting revival services Sept. 28-30 at 6:30 p.m. nightly. Rev. Tyris Holt is the guest speaker.
September 30 CHEESE SALE: The women of the First United Methodist Church are again taking orders for “Say Cheese” a fundraiser for the ministries of First United Methodist Church through the UMW. Sales will start on Sept. 1 and continue thru Sept. 30, to place an order contact Harriett Goodwin at 256-2347545 or Pam Young at 256-234-0706. The cheese balls offered for sale will be Spicy Senorita, Festive, Holiday, Old English Cheddar, and English Bleu. Pickup will be on Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the FMU Fellowship Hall. Deadline to order is Sept. 30.
October 2-3 YARD SALE: Trinity United Methodist Church located beside Russell Medical Center will be hosting a yard sale Oct. 2 and 3 from 7 a.m. to noon.
October 3 BI-ANNUAL MEETING: Holly Springs Baptist Church and Cemetery Association in Coosa County is holding its bi-annual meeting Oct. 3 at 10 a.m. at the church. All members please attend. YARD SALE: GAP Fellowship Church at 1660 Highway 22 West is hosting a yard sale Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Great deals on designer clothes, hats, shoes, household items and baby items. Get them while they last.
October 4 CHOIR AND USHER DAY: Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church is
hosting its annual choir and usher day Sunday Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. MCCAIN FAMILY REUNION: The McCain family reunion will be held on Sunday, Oct. 4 starting at noon at Mt. Zion Baptist Church located in Clay County. For information call Bobby Traylor at 256-825-9695. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Town Creek Baptist Church will be celebrating it 76th year on Sunday, Oct. 4 starting at 10:30 a.m. Music will be provided by Heaven’s Express with an open mic for those wishing to participate. Dinner Will be served on the grounds. CHURCH HOMECOMING: The Elder Congregational Church in Dadeville is having homecoming Oct. 4 at 11 a.m. Clyde Coker of Alexander City is the guest speaker. Gospel singing will follow the service. CHOIR DAY: Mt. Lovely Baptist Church in Camp Hill is celebrating their Annual Choir Day Oct. 4 at 2:30 p.m. Rev. McClinton Hall and Loving Peace Baptist Church will be our guest.
October 5 HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Jay Lamar will present “Alabama Treasures: A Century of Great Writers” at the Oct. 5 meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education.
October 8 RALLY IN THE ALLEY: MainStreet is hosting Rally in the Alley Oct. 8 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to view all of the uniquely decorated “Chairish” Alexander City chairs, stools and other pieces of furniture. Raffle tickets will be available for $5. Proceeds go to downtown MainStreet. Refreshments and snacks will be available. AUTHOR VISIT: Steve Flowers will visit the Amelia Russell Memorial Library Oct. 8 at noon to discuss his new book “Of Goats and Governors: Six Decades of Colorful Alabama Political Stories.” There will be copies of the book available for purchase at the library. BOARD OF EDUCATION: The Tallapoosa County Board of Education has moved its meeting to Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. for a AdvanceED Presentation.
October 10 FALL FESTIVAL: Horseshoe Bend School will host its annual fall festival Oct. 10 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. There will be great food, games and prizes! CAR SHOW: The 35th Annual Oktoberfest Custom Car Show will be Oct. 10 at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. The entrance will be on Elkahatchee Road. It will be an open show format. Registration will be from 8 a.m. to noon. There will be a money tree. The park opens at 8 a.m. and all cars will be parked on asphalt. There will be a $100 cash give away from all entries received prior to Oct. 8. FALL BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will sponsor a book sale in the library basement (205 North West Street) from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10. Cram as many books as you can into one of our plastic bags for just $5 and have fun reading! Best sellers, biographies, travel books, LOTS of children’s books, cookbooks, self-help, books for your coffee table, history, politics, westerns and more, more, more! All proceeds go to support our public library. Call 256 825-7820 for more information.
October 11 CHURCH HOMECOMING: Kellyton Baptist Church is hosting homecoming Oct. 11 with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m. with a covered dish meal at noon following worship. Everyone is welcome.
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n America, there’s a fine line between protecting the freedoms of the individual and preventing those exercising their freedom from infringing on the rights of others. It’s fine to say what’s on your mind as long as what’s on your mind isn’t hollering “fire” in a crowded theater. It’s your prerogative to own a dog, it’s your liability if your dog begins attacking others. It’s OK to enjoy music when you’re driving, not so much if your music is so loud it rattles windows in their frames when you pass through a neighborhood. And that brings us to saggy pants. Tuesday the Dadeville City Council met and chose to not vote (yet) on a highly controversial proposed ordinance that would make wearing saggy pants and too-short skirts a crime in the city limits. That the Dadeville lawmakers would even consider such an ordinance has made national news. If you can judge by social media, most people across the country are shaking their heads. And frankly, we find ourselves shaking our heads as well. We agree with Councilman Frank Goodman that “slacking” is disrespectful. It’s also unattractive and impractical … why would anyone chose to use one hand holding up your pants all day? But does wearing saggy pants or short skirts infringe on the rights of those who don’t wear them or approve of them? Who is going to enforce this law? Can you imagine a trained law enforcement officer being assigned to saggy pants patrol? That duty may come down to who draws the short straw down at the Dadeville Police Department. Is that what anyone wants? Indecent exposure is already a crime in Dadeville. But just having baggy pants or short skirts? If nothing indecent is exposed, it’s simply fashion. It would be a crime for the council to try to legislate good taste.
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Love thy neighbor – animalistically speaking
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hen I inherited Abby, my cat, a few months ago, I expected it to be temporary duty. I’m not a cat person, and Ruby, my dog, had never been around a cat, so I didn’t know how that would play out. I assumed the worst and that I’d have to rehome her. There are plenty of crazy cat ladies out there who’d have no problem with just one more cat. Abby, however, is going nowhere. The crazy cat ladies can look elsewhere for another cat. Ruby and I like having her around. Last night, I caught Ruby cleaning the litter box. No wonder I haven’t had to pan for gold in a couple of days. She looked happy when I caught her in action but looked pitiful when I scolded her. Hopefully that bad habit has been nipped in the bud. She licks me in the face way too often for this to continue. Give me natural dog breath over polluted Fresh Step breath any day. I have a large living room with a recliner, a TV, and a dog crate. That’s pretty much it. I spend a good bit of time in the recliner, and oftentimes, Abby is in
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my lap, while Ruby just sits and stares. Sometimes, she joins us in the chair. Who needs comfort? The dog crate seems to be one of Abby’s favorite resting places. It’s one of Ruby’s favorite places, too, but if Abby takes up residence first, Ruby has nothing to do with it. I can’t even bribe her into entering the crate. There might as well be a force field around it. It’s like a Bama fan trying to go into a library. It’s just not going to happen. The crate must be sacred, because we all sleep together just fine in the bed. Well, they sleep fine. I just do the best I can. Both of them try to show me how much they love me. Ruby lays her head on my stomach, while Abby balls up on my chest. I’m glad they’re comfortable. The best part is when Abby decides to “make biscuits” on my chest at three in the morning. Talk about a wake-up call. Ruby tries to play with
Abby, but as cool as she can be, she’s still a snobby cat when she wants to be. But, on a couple of occasions, I’ve seen them curled up together. It’s just the sweetest thing. I really never imagined them getting along so well, because, as I said, Ruby had never been around a cat. Abby, on the other hand, has been around dogs most of her life, so I knew she’d be ok. There’s no reason dogs and cats can’t get along. Perhaps I just raised Ruby right. It’s amazing how that works out when we raise our “young’uns” to love one another regardless of differences. Mark 12:31 says, “And the second is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.” Ruby mostly agrees but has a slight problem with thy neighbor stealing her crate. 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.
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s Congress returns for another session after the August District Work Period, I plan to keep pushing the House to fight for many of the concerns and stories I heard from the hard-working, family-loving folks across the Third District. From people’s concerns about their jobs, to Veterans not getting the care they deserve, to the importance of our teachers and schools to our kids, to concerns about our national defense, it is clear East Alabamians remain very concerned about a wide number of iss ues. Our nation definitely has its challenges ahead and with Congress back in our nation’s Capital, there are many tough decisions that still need to be made. One issue I heard a lot about that continues to be a problem is our broken VA system. I held several meetings with local Veterans in different parts of East Alabama to hear directly from them their concerns with their own personal experiences with the VA. I am bringing their concerns back with me and will continue to press new VA Secretary Robert McDonald to ensure our Veterans are getting the care they deserve. Another discussion I had more times than I can
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count is about the recent flood of illegal immigrants across our southwest border with Mexico. Earlier this summer, I asked President Obama to deploy the National Guard to help deal with the crisis, and I pressed Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson to come up with answers to this crisis, fast. But the bottom line is that President Obama must enforce our country’s current immigration laws. Will the president grant executive amnesty? I certainly hope he won’t. Our borders must first be sealed and that should be the number one priority when discussing this illegal immigration crisis. I also heard from many East Alabamians about their jobs. Our economy just isn’t growing like it should be, and that’s bad for working families trying to make ends meet. Obamacare is also an ongoing threat. House Republicans have passed numerous bills to help boost our economy and stop Obamacare, but too many are just collecting dust in the Democrat-led
Senate. The ability to help jump start our sluggish economy is literally stuck on Senator Reid’s desk. Looking forward, President Obama needs to be focused on several major defense threats: what happens next in the Ukraine and Russian conflict with Vladimir Putin; the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas and ensuring Israel knows America has her back; and the barbaric, evil ISIL that must be stopped. I plan to do what I can to ensure Congress focuses closely on these issues along with the pocketbook issues we face at home. We have a lot of work to do. Finally, let us all say a prayer on the 13th anniversary of 9/11 and the second anniversary of the Benghazi attack. The families of those who lost loved ones in those tragedies must always know we will never forget them. God Bless the U.S.A. Please sign up for my e-Newsletter at www. mike-rogers.house.gov, like me on Facebook at Congressman Mike D. Rogers, follow me on Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram at RepMikeRogersAL, on Tumblr at www.repmikerogersal.tumblr.com and subscribe to my YouTube page at MikeRogersAL03.
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organic sweets, soaps, and body lotions their farm produce provides. But exciting as it was to win, Jamison claimed competing was never the point. “We went to market to find more stores that want to carry our products. The contest was just a bonus.� AmericasMart gave the Jamisons several prizes for their victory. “We got a really pretty glass plaque. And they put our products up on little pedestals during market time to promote them. But most of all, it’s bragging rights,� she laughed. Given their growing reputation, the Fox Point Farmers have plenty to brag on. To learn more about Fox Point Farm or shop their products, visit: http://fox-pointfarm.myshopify.com/
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domestic violence. In 2014, the DVIC fielded 453 crisis calls and provided 2,150 bed nights of shelter to 79 women and children. Over its history, the DVIC has sheltered approximately 5,000 individuals and answered approximately 15,000 crisis calls. “There is definitely a need in our area for the services that we provide,� said Stephens. “All you need to do is ask law enforcement. The great majority of our referrals come from them.� The DVIC’s overall mission is to eliminate violence in the lives of women and children in the five-county area it serves by providing direct services that will make them less likely to return to the abuser. Stephens said most of the women they work with come to them after law enforcement has
encountered a potentially threatening situation. “Usually, it’s a law enforcement officer who calls in and makes us aware of a situation. The first thing we want to do is to make sure that the victim and any children are safe. We want to assess the situation at the moment. If everyone’s safe and the victim has a vehicle, we encourage her to meet us somewhere where we can then get her to a safe place. If she doesn’t have a vehicle, then law enforcement will normally transport her. For both the victim’s safety and our own, we never go to the home.� Once the victim is in a safe place, they and any children are provided a variety of services, including counseling, if needed, Stephens said. While there are no counselors on staff, the center contracts out for counsel-
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we do here and that will be what encourages them to give.� If you are a victim of domestic violence, contact the DVIC’s Safehouse Hotline at 334-749-1515 or toll-free at 1-800-6506522. The Lake Martin Area United Way needs your support to reach its campaign goal and help the 26 agencies it supports, including the Domestic Violence Intervention Center. You can send your donation to Lake Martin Area United Way, P.O. Box 876, Alexander City, AL 35011 or give at their office at 17-B Main Street in Alexander City. For more information, contact them at 256-3293600.
Water probably back to normal. But in the outlying areas we are still getting that all flushed. It’s just going to take some time.� Meadows said that he believes within another week the problem will be totally cleared. He said that because Alexander City supplies water to surrounding areas like Dadeville and others, they too have been alerted to the issues. He said because of the piping distance, the outlying areas will be the last to be totally cleared. He said another adjustment has been made that he hopes will prevent the issue to be as bad in the future. “Algae needs sun and light to grow so we
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lowered the intake level so we are pulling from closer to the bottom than the surface of the lake,� Meadows said. “That should make it less likely for us to take in as much algae in the future.� Meadows said that while testing is conducted on water at regular intervals, but that they were ‘not set up to routinely test for algae.� Meadows reiterated that the chemicals being used are safe. “The water is safe to drink,� Meadows said. “Copper sulfate in the levels that we are using is safe. It appears to be working as it is designed and we hope to have it all cleared up very soon.�
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ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH Ideas seem to pop up left and right. Before you realize it, a work-related matter could arise that demands your attention. You might want to take on a stress-reducing hobby or activity as well; you will be better for it in the long run. Tonight: Where your friends are. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH Your skills allow you to manage what others can’t. As a result, you’ll have your hands full. Start a brainstorming session. You could hear some extremely assertive ideas. Diplomacy is a must, even if you want to shut down another person’s conversation. Tonight: A must appearance. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH Keep reaching out to someone you care about. You have a lot to share. The unexpected might force you to look at the big picture. A friend could surprise you with his or her antics. Stay focused on what is important. Tonight: Where your friends are is where you want to be. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH You have a tendency to allow a partner or loved one make important decisions. You also tend to overthink a problem until you are confused. You might be too assertive in a conversation, and your temper could Ă…are. Be careful when handling machinery. Tonight: Say “yesâ€? to living. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Defer to others. You could feel put oɈ by diɈerent people and happenings. Notice that you could be suppressing your feelings without realizing it. Try not to do damage to yourself. Instead, decide to release your feelings sooner. Tonight: Go with someone else’s choice. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH You might not know which way to turn. Don’t take your frustration out on others, or you will have an unpredictable situation. Your fuse could be shorter than usual. Try to get more exercise; otherwise, you will be volatile. Tonight: You’ll witness an
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Ornate features like these stainless steal bases adorn the bottom of the massive 24-foot tall gates that craftsmen at Robinson Iron are building as a part of a project at the Philadelphia City Hall. In all, each gate panel contains more than 12,000 pounds of metal, but is hinged in a manner where they can be easily opened and closed by hand.
works of architecture ever constructed. Robinson was awarded the $1.5 million bid to build the metal gates for the four portals that lead into the city hall, which was designed by famed Scottish architect John McArthur Jr. in 1871. The building actually took more than 30 years to complete, with construction taking from 1871 until 1901, at a cost of $24 million. The only thing is the massive 24-foot gates that McArthur sketched in his designs were never created or installed. That’s where Robinson comes in. “The designs call for these very intricate iron gates, but for some reason they were never built or installed,” Robinson’s Vice-President and General Manager Scotty Howell said. “But back in 2000, there was a push to look into having the gates made and installed. We did some work and put together a design and an analysis along with the proposed cost. They saw how much it was going to cost and they decided that they just couldn’t do it. “But earlier this year, a group in Philadelphia called the Center City District renewed the thought and agreed to help fund it to complete the historic transformation of the building.
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We were one of four companies that bid on it and we were awarded the contract to design, build and install them. It’s been an incredible undertaking.” The gates are made of stainless steel and aluminum. Each half gate consists of 12,500 pounds of metal that stands 24 feet high and is more than seven feet wide. Despite the massive size, they are manually opened and closed so they have to hinge with ease. The opening had been covered with chain-link fencing since 9-11. Let’s just say that the new additions are quite a step up. “They have stainless steel, aluminum and a lot of the ornate details you see are cast pieces that are all welded in place,” Howell said. “In something that has this much significance, you have to be very exact, so a lot of care has been taken to make sure each piece matches perfectly.” Wednesday employees at Robinson did a “swing test” for one of the completed gate panels. They used a beam that was erected just to test each piece and installed the hinges so that they could make sure that it was easy to open. It passed the test with flying colors. Once each piece is complete it is painted with a special coating that will give it the look of black wrought iron.
The first of the four portals was installed in August and dedicated in a special ceremony on Sept. 9. Howell said that they plan to have the entire project done by Thanksgiving before the worst of winter weather hits. The deadline on the project is by the end of the year. “We do a lot of things, but the history and the lore involved in this one, plus the size of it has been interesting to say the least,” Howell said. “It’s one that we are pretty proud of.”
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CHARGING INTO HOMECOMING
Generals searching for first win of the season in homecoming matchup with Collinsville By Robert Hudson Outlook Sports Editor
The Horseshoe Bend Generals will head into Friday night looking to celebrate their homecoming with a win. The Generals (0-4, 0-3 in Class 2A-Region 5) will host the Collinsville Panthers (2-2, 1-1 in Class 2A-Region 7) on Friday at 7 p.m. for Horseshoe Bend’s homecoming. Friday’s game will mark the secondever meeting between the Generals and Panthers, with Horseshoe Bend winning last season’s matchup 30-12 at Collinsville. Collinsville is coming off a 58-28 home loss to Cleveland in region play, while the Generals lost 12-0 at regionrival Reeltown last Friday. Jason Franklin, head coach of Horseshoe Bend, said despite the winless record entering the halfway point of the season, the Generals have continued to bring a lot of energy and positivity to practices. “We’ve had some of the best practice days we’ve had so far this year,” Franklin said. “We’ve played a lot of tough teams and we’ve just been on the short end of the stick so far. But the morale is still good and the practices have been good. The guys have been getting after it this week and getting ready for Collinsville, and just trying not to let everything that goes along with homecoming be a distraction this week.” Franklin said the Panthers are primarily a power-run opponent, but added that Collinsville can switch things up if need be. “They’re going to line up in the power-I and run it. They’re big across the front,” Franklin said. “They’re going to see if they can move it that way, and if they can’t, they’re going to jump in the spread and run the zone. They’re going
to run it out of the spread with some motion and some jet sweeps to try and outflank you.” After last week’s narrow loss to another power-run squad in Reeltown, Franklin said the Generals know what to expect on Friday night. “Last week, with Reeltown being a power-run team, I think our defense probably played one of the best games they’ve played since I’ve been here,” Franklin said. “We did a good job of not giving up any offensive touchdowns, so I think that game has prepared us a lot for the power-run game. Then, the other games of the season we’ve seen primarily spread teams. Going into week five, we’ve pretty much seen everything. There’s not a whole lot of different looks and things that we haven’t seen.” While focusing on stopping Collinsville, Franklin said the Generals have also been looking to improve their passing game on offense. “We’ve worked a little bit more on our passing game and getting a little more efficient there,” Franklin said. “We’re also trying to get a little bit more of an identity when we run the football, but when we need to throw the football being efficient with it. We’re working on not making turnovers in the passing game or fumbling the ball. We’re trying to eliminate those things that have plagued us in the early part of the season.” And in order to walk away with their first win of the year, Franklin said the Generals have got to cut down on the costly, self-inflicted errors. “The key is not beating ourselves,” Franklin said. “That’s been our key so far is stop being our own worst enemy right now. If we can do that, we’ll be in good shape on Friday night at the end of the ball game.”
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Horseshoe Bend running back Drew Hill, right, tries to break away from a Reeltown defender during last week’s game in Reeltown.
Tryouts for all-county fall baseball team set for Sunday, Sept. 27 Staff Report The Outlook
While the big leagues are wrapping up, Tallapoosa County is gearing up for a little fall competition on the baseball diamond. Tryouts for all-county youth baseball teams will be held Sunday, September 27, at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex in Alexander City starting at 4:15 p.m. Tryouts will be for youth baseball teams ages 14-andunder, 12-and-under and 10-and-under. Players interested in tryouts are asked to wear cleats, hat, t-shirt and baseball pants, joggers or shorts to the tryout. Players trying out for the 12U fall team cannot turn age 13 before May 1, 2016. Players for the 10U team cannot turn age 11 before May 1, 2016. The Tallapoosa County fall baseball teams will compete in games from Oct. 4 to Nov. 1 in Millbrook, Montgomery, Auburn and Opelika. For more information, contact Cedric Buckner at 334202-0263 or Sonny Wilson at 256-329-6736.
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A pair of Alexander City Middle School defenders wrap up the Pike Road quarterback during Tuesday’s game at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. For a full update on the ACMS Wildcats’ football season so far, see the Friday edition of The Oulook.
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nyone remember what happened just days after Auburn fell 14-13 at Vanderbilt in 2008? Offensive coordinator Tony Franklin was fired and big changes were expected the following Saturday when punchless Arkansas visited Jordan-Hare Stadium. Though the Tigers were 4-2, the spread offense – which offered so much promise for points and production in the preseason – was failing miserably. The meat of the SEC schedule – and a trip to Morgantown, W.Va. – stared this team in the face. Clearly, Tommy Tuberville and the Tigers were at the crossroads. With this season on the brink, Gus Malzahn named redshirt freshman Sean White the starting quarterback over the disappointing Jeremy Johnson going into Saturday night’s
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home game with Mississippi State. That’s not exactly firing a coordinator, but a big change – and possibly more impactful – nonetheless. Saturday will more than likely determine the fate of Auburn’s season. Lose, and the Tigers drop to .500 with several SEC heavyweights left on the schedule – making October and November very miserable on the Plains. Beating Dak Prescott’s team at least gives the Tigers a great shot to start 4-1 (assuming they beat San Jose State on Oct. 3) with 50/50 games at Kentucky and
Arkansas after that. Then things get very tough. Days leading up to that 2008 date with the Hogs, Auburn fans buzzed about freshman Kodi Burns taking over at quarterback for Chris Todd. Franklin was gone. Now Burns, the Arkansas speedster, was the prodigy behind center. We’re on our way. What could go wrong? Burns, a great talent who was used in multiple roles throughout his career, misfired on his first four passes and finished 7-of-18 for 119 yards and two interceptions. Todd was just as ineffective in relief, completing 3-of-10 for 18 yards and a pick. Arkansas and new coach Bobby Petrino, which came into Jordan-Hare 0-3 in SEC play with no loss by less than 31 points, won, 25-22. Just like that, Auburn’s season was vir-
tually over – even with a 4-3 record. Common sense told any onlooker that this team would not win at West Virginia, Ole Miss or Alabama, and probably could not beat Georgia at home either, though that almost happened. Auburn finished 5-7 and Gene Chizik was introduced as the new head coach that December. Armchair coaches wanted Burns. They got the freshman, whose struggles very well could have been pinned on what appeared to be a discombobulated offensive scheme. Will the same fate meet this team? Armchair coaches wanted White the past two games, too. Does this mean White is the starting quarterback for the rest of the season? That depends on him. Auburn fans had better hope this kid’s a gamer Saturday night. The fate
of the season could rest on the shoulders of a player who’s never played a down of college football. Quick kicks: Playoff projection: Ohio State, Georgia, TCU and Michigan State. Next four: Baylor, Oregon, Florida State/ Clemson winner, Ole Miss. Bayou blues: In Auburn’s last four trips to LSU, it has been outscored 83-3 in the first half. The last Auburn player to score a first-half touchdown in Tiger Stadium was fullback Carl Stewart in 2007. Joe McAdory is Communications Editor at the Auburn University Raymond J. Harbert College of Business and is former Sports Editor at the Opelika-Auburn News. He can be reached at jem0040@ auburn.edu