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DADEVILLE DATA Jennings injury update and Tigers preview, page 12.

Freeman maintains innocence

Highway 63 paving continues Tallapoosa County portion nearing completion as work begins in Elmore By David Granger

Former football star calls sexual assault allegations against him ‘ludicrous and false’

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Road work being done on Highway 63 in Tallapoosa County will continue into Elmore County south to the northern city limits of Eclectic, according to Tim Wright, district manager for the Alabama Department of Transportation in Autauga and Elmore counties. The project will result in the complete resurfacing of the highway between Alexander City and Eclectic. Wright said work on the Elmore County section of the highway began around Sept.1. He said that ALDOT’s contracts did not include dates as deadlines for projects, but instead spell out the number of working days in which the project must be completed. “We don’t (put deadline dates in contracts) because of weather and other things that might come up that wouldn’t allow the contractor to be on site,” Wright said. “Instead, we specify the number of working days.” Wright said the contract with Montgomery’s Asphalt Contractors Inc. for widening, resurfacing and striping the Elmore County portion of highway – which is 9.6 miles long – calls for the work to be completed in 65 working days. Barring inclement weather and other issues, that would result in completion of the project around the first of the year. “But we are coming into the rainy and cold season,” Wright pointed out. The beginning of the project will likely see the ACI crews work north to south, See PAVING, Page 5

By Mitch Sneed Mitch Sneed / The Outlook

L Local residents were able to walk up or even drive up to the tent set up to hand over old, eexpired or unwanted medications at Saturday’s Drug Take-Back event at Walgreens in Alexander City. A

“Saturday turned out to be a great day, the response was overwhelming for Alex City,” Eddie Spivey, a task force officer with the DEA, said. There were over 100 people that showed up at the Walgreen’s collections site, and roughly 192 pounds of drugs were collected, according to Sgt. Fred White of the Tallapoosa County

Former Benjamin Russell and Auburn University football star Eltoro Freeman and his attorney are speaking out after allegations of his involvement in a sexual assault surfaced last week. In a letter sent to the Outlook through his attorney Kalia S. Lane of Tuskegee, Freeman said he knows he will be vindicated when the process is complete. “I am innocent,” Freeman wrote in his statement. “While I may not be perfect, as no man is, I am definitely not a sexual predator. I am perplexed by these allegations and have no idea why anyone would make them against me. Although I cannot go into detail about the specifics contained in the allegation, I will say that they are ludicrous and false.” The entire text of Freeman’s statement appears on page 4 of today’s Outlook. Alexander City Police Chief Willie Robinson confirmed last Wednesday that a sexual assault claim involving Freeman has been investigated, with the findings likely to be presented to the grand jury. “The incident was first reported in April,” Robinson said. “It was reported by a third party, but we had not had an opportunity to speak with the victim. That has been done now and a sexual assault complaint was signed earlier this week.” Robinson said he could not release any further details of the investigation, but did say that Freeman had not been arrested on charges related to the sexual assault complaint at this time. Freeman was arrested on Aug. 24 on a criminal mischief charge. Robinson said that Freeman was accused of causing damage to a vehicle belonging to the same woman who is listed as the victim in the sexual assault case. Records show that Freeman posted a bond shortly after his arrest and released a short time later. Lane said that her client has not been charged and cautioned against any rush to judgment in the case against Freeman.

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DRUG DISPOSAL

192 pounds of drugs turned in at Saturday event By Corey Arwood Outlook Staff Writer

The Drug Take-Back Event of Alexander City Drug drew a large turnA out o and garnered an even larger amount of o drugs for disposal, potentially breaking in previous years’ records. The efforts were the result of an inter-agency partnership among city, in county and state agencies. c There was also collaboration between law enforcement and a local b environmental group. e “It did so well for our agencies to partner because it helps both sides, p the th environmental and the safety side,” Sabrina Wood, of the Middle s Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership, T said. s She said that it was the biggest event the th group had been involved in so far and a that there was anything from old chemotherapy medicine to very strong c antibiotics being dropped off. a “From a water standpoint all you can think about is, ‘I am so glad those were th not n flushed,’” said Wood. This was the 10th year of the event, which is part of a program sponsored w by b the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency. A

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Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force’s Fred White and Danny Spivey of the DEA empty medications into containers at Saturday’s event.

Horizons Unlimited treated to a special classic jazz program By Mia Osborn Outlook Staff Writer

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Former Sylacauga Band Director Buddy Simpkins put together a classic jazz presentation for Horizons Unlimited Monday at The Arbor In Alexander City.

On Monday, the Alexander City Horizons Unlimited program brought its members together for an afternoon of classic jazz, blues and pop music. Most Horizons events are held at the Board of Education, but this one was relocated to the Arbor Building of the First United Methodist Church on Green St. so the band would have space to set up. Buddy Simpkins, former band director at Sylacauga High School, hosted the event. Buddy taught for 36 years before retirement. Then he took his love of music on the road. He became involved in the Horizons Unlimited program after prominent Horizons member Pat Bice attended a gig in his hometown. “Pat heard us play in Sylacauga,” he said. “That’s how this got started.”

To help him bring his favorite blues songs to life, Simpkins contacted Birmingham blues queen Elnora Spencer. A 40-year veteran of the music business, Spencer has opened for blues greats such as B.B. King and Bobby Bland. Last year, she was inducted into the Alabama Blues Hall of Fame. Spencer’s soulful vocals echoed through the Arbor auditorium as she led the musicians through hours of classic songs. For her, the Horizons Unlimited event was just one stop in a long line of public appearances. “We do shows here and there,” said Spencer. “Stuff people can dance to. I do jazz, blues, gospel, even country.” For his part, Simpkins was happy for the chance to share the stage with Spencer and her band. “I booked ‘em, so I got to play the drums,” he laughed.

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DEAR ABBY: I have lived in the United States for 40 years. My first 32 years were spent in Puerto Rico, so I speak with an accent. My problem is almost everyone I meet asks me where I’m from. I usually try to disguise my discomfort by jokingly asking them to guess. The truth is, I feel singled out as being different and not belonging. My friends and family tell me I’m being too sensitive, that people are just curious. I say it’s rude to ask such a personal question of a total stranger. Would it be impolite for me to point out that they’re asking for very personal information? Am I being too sensitive? -ACCENTED IN GEORGIA DEAR ACCENTED: I think so. People are often curious when someone has an accent that is different from theirs. I have a strong Midwestern accent, and people ask me where I’m from. They aren’t ask-

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ing because they are nosy; they’re trying to be friendly. Many people in this country come from other places, and the more people who come here, the more often that question will be raised. DEAR ABBY: My four wonderful kids want to give their father and me a 50th wedding anniversary celebration next year. The problem is, everyone knows I’m an introvert who does not like going to parties. The thought of being the main focus of a big gathering fills me with dread. My husband, who is outgoing, says I should let them do it for us if it will make them happy. He would probably

DEAR ABBY: I recently began dating a man who is kind, intelligent and fun. The only drawback I can see is that he keeps his fingernails long. I feel superficial confessing that something so seemingly petty is off-putting, but it is.

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Is it OK to make a request of a man regarding his physical appearance? If so, how do I broach the conversation? And if not, what can I do so it won’t bother me? -- PUT OFF IN DELAWARE DEAR PUT OFF: Could this man be a guitarist and need the nails for strumming? If not, I don’t think it would be rude to casually ask him why he keeps his fingernails long. You might also suggest that the next time you go for a manicure he come along, and then suggest to him that men often get them and offer to treat him to one. If he has never experienced this, it might be a lifechanging revelation. (That’s what I’d do.) 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.

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 Alexander City Board of Education meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the board office at 375 Lee St. or local school at 5 p.m.  Alexander City Council meets on the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in the courtroom at the old city hall at 5:30 p.m.  Camp Hill Town Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6 p.m.  Community Action Agency of Chambers, Tallapoosa, Coosa will holds its regular board of directors meetings every other month at the Central Office in Dadeville.  Coosa County Board of Education holds called meetings at least once a month.  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.  Coosa County Industrial Development Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room in the courthouse in Rockford. All meetings are open to the public.  Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. in city hall.

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 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.  Kellyton Town Council meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the community center in Kellyton.  New Site City Council meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in the Conference Room in the Town Hall.  Ray Water Authority meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Ray Water Authority Office. All customers are invited to attend.  Rockford Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 7 p.m.  Tallapoosa County Board of Education meets on the second Monday of each month. Meetings are held in the new central office at 679 East Columbus Street, Dadeville, AL 36853.  Tallapoosa County Commission meets the second Monday of the month at 9 a.m. in the courthouse in Dadeville, with a pre-meeting also open to the public 30 minutes before each regular session.  Tallapoosa County 911 Board will meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the 911 Administrative office at 240 West Columbus Street, Dadeville. Call 825-8490 for more information.  Walnut Hill Water Authority meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited. Call 825-9841 to inquire about the agenda.

CELEBRATING RECOVERY: We meet every Monday at 5:45 p.m. at Vertical Point Church, 860 Airport Dr., Alex City. YOU can be a part by: Praying for this ministry, Attending a meeting - see what God is doing, Telling others about CR & inviting them to come, Bringing a meal or dessert for a meeting, Providing childcare on a weekly, monthly or occasional basis and Supporting this ministry financially. AMERICAN LEGION: Post 339 in Cottage Grove is open every Friday night from 8 p.m. until with fried chicken and fish. Music from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. TALLAPOOSA PATRIOTS: The Tallapoosa Patriots meet the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Professional Commons. For more information contact Sherry Sellers at thyra899@gmail. com or at 256-234-2528. DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP: The Emily Gilbert Dementia Support Group for family and caregivers meets the third Monday of every month in the community room at Russell Medical Center from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. It is sponsored by the Russell Medical Auxiliary. For more information call volunteer services office at 256-329-7177.

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Obituaries Mrs. Betty Jo Harrelson Davis 1931-2015 Funeral service for Mrs. Betty Jo Harrelson Davis, 84, of Jackson’s Gap, will be Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at the Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church. Rev. Charlie Horton will officiate. Burial will follow in the Jackson’s Gap

Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 27, 2015 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church. Mrs. Davis passed away on Friday, September 25, 2015 at her residence. She was born on July 14, 1931 in Tallapoosa County, Alabama to Curtis Noel Harrelson and Mary Harris Harrelson. She was a member of Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church. She was co-owner and operator of

the Carol Davis General Merchandise Store for 20+ years. Mrs. Davis enjoyed cooking and collecting cookbooks. She loved her family very much, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Abbett (Jimmy) of Dadeville and Delores D. Musser (Stephen) of Auburn; grandchildren, Chris Abbett (Glenda), Candy Harkins (Wayne), Selywn S. Musser, Matthew S. Musser, Robby Riddle (Rebekah) and

Tonya Klaudia (Karl); greatgrandchildren, Kyle and Kade Harkins, Isabella and Ava Riddle and William and Sammy Klaudia; brother, Bobby Lee Harrelson (Glenda) of Georgia; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Selwyn Carol Davis; brother, Curtis Noel Harrelson. The family would like to give a special “Thank You” to the wonderful caregivers that provided excellent care, love and support to Mrs. Davis. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be given to Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church, 23 East Church Street, Jackson’s Gap, AL 36861. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome. com. Langley Funeral Home in Camp Hill/Dadeville is in charge of the arrangements.

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There will be a Fall Festival and Pumpkin Roll, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Strand Park. Horse and buggy rides around town start at 11 a.m. Lots of games including pumpkin bowling, spoon race, halloween ducky pick-up and many more. We will also have an area for fall photos. Bring your pumpkin for the pumpkin roll, all the kids, a camera and join MainStreet for this fun event.

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.

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CHEESE SALE: The women of the First United Methodist Church are again taking orders for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Say Cheeseâ&#x20AC;? 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 256-234-7545 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. GOSPEL SINGING: The Resounding Gospel Singers will be celebrating 18 years Saturday, Oct. 3 at 5:30 p.m. at Gracefulness Baptist Church in Camp Hill.

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 Heavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Sandy Creek Baptist Church will have homecoming on Sunday, Oct. 4. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reunionâ&#x20AC;? singers will begin the church program at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Wayne Henderson will be the speaker for worship service. Come and enjoy good food with us following the indoor church activi-

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October 5 HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Jay Lamar will present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Alabama Treasures: A Century of Great Writersâ&#x20AC;? at the Oct. 5 meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education.

October 8 BOOK SIGNING: Steve Flowers will be at the Amelia M. Russell Memorial Library Oct. 8 at noon to sign his book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of Goats and Governors: Six Decades of Colorful Alabama Political Stories.â&#x20AC;? For more information call 256-3296796. 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chairishâ&#x20AC;? 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of Goats and Governors: Six Decades of Colorful Alabama Political Stories.â&#x20AC;? 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 childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 8257820 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. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Wayside Baptist Church is celebrating their anniversary with a Homecoming Service and covered dish meal on Sunday, Oct. 11 beginning at 11 a.m. WBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pastor is Shane Dismuke. Guest Pastor at homecoming will be Rev. Tommy Strickland. Everyone is invited. COLOR RUN: The Ethan Club will sponsor a 3 mile trek Color Run/ Walk on Sunday, October 11th, 2pm on the Dadeville Square. $25 for adults/$10 for students ($30 and $15 day of race) which includes a t-shirt. Registration deadline is Monday, October 5th. Registration forms/drop-

off at Little Lambs & Ivy, Mix It Up, and the Wellness Center. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: New Hope Baptist Church in Camp Hill is celebrating its church anniversary Sunday , Oct. 11 at 2 p.m. Rev. Clyde Fielder is the guest minister.

October 12 HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. Paul Harris will present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monuments Man: Captain Robert K. Posey and the Quest for the Mystic Lambâ&#x20AC;? at the Oct. 12 meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education.

October 13 DAVISTON SENIOR CLUB: The Daviston Senior Club will hold its regular monthly meeting on Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. Eva Middlebrooks will speak to the group about issues related to the elderly and property taxes. Come and join us, bring a covered dish, and enjoy good fun, food and fellowship.

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October 17 CHAIRISH: The Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market is hosting â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chairishâ&#x20AC;? Oct. 17 to view all of the decorated chairs, stools and other pieces of furniture. Raffle tickets will be available for $5. Drawing for the raffle will be that afternoon. Winners will be contacted. PUMPKIN ROLL: There will be a Fall Festival and Pumpkin Roll Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Strand Park. Horse and buggy rides around town start at 11 a.m. Lots of games including pumpkin bowling, spoon race, halloween ducky pick-up and many more. We will also have an area for fall photos. Bring your pumpkin for the pumpkin roll, all the kids, a camera and join MainStreet for this fun event. GOSPEL CELEBRATION: A birthday celebration for Johnny Hill and gospel singing will be at Mr. Hermon Family Life Center in Lanett Sat. Oct. 17 6 p.m. EST. FALL FESTIVAL: Wayside Baptist Church, 21 Wayside Circle, Alexander City, will host a Fall Festival on Sunday, October 18. Free games, prizes and fun will be available for the children from 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 p.m. and everyone is invited to stay for a meal after the games.

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October 19 - November 2 PUMPKIN DISPLAY: The Ameila Russell Library will have a pumpkin display from Oct. 19 to Nov. 2. Decorate your own pumpkin and display it at the library. No cut pumpkins please.

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ust one month into its 2015 campaign, Lake Martin Area United Way officials revealed on Friday that it has already hit the $95,000 and that several local businesses with their own internal campaigns have either yet to kick off or are in the midst of their fundraising efforts. That’s reason to celebrate, as the Lake Martin Area United Way and the agencies it helps support provide many of the services that make this such a great and caring community. Since the campaign’s kickoff, no doubt you’ve read a couple of the profiles the Outlook has included in its pages of the agencies Lake Martin Area United Way supports. We’ve told you about the Boys & Girls Club, Alexander City Rescue Squad, Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Girls Ranch and more. And those only scratch the surface. We’ll tell you about more of those agencies and what they do as time goes by. In the end, it’s clear what each of these agencies does for those among us in our community. And if they do good for one of us, it’s beneficial to us all. Here at the Outlook, we’ve completed our workplace drive with good success. Our employees gave generously. Judging from what we heard at the update on Friday, other local businesses have been equally as generous. If you haven’t already, we urge you to give to the United Way, too, whether it be through a workplace drive or directly. Yes, we’re off to an excellent start, but we still need everyone’s participation to reach the Lake Martin Area United Way’s 2015 goal of $530,000. So dig deeply, give generously and rest in the knowledge that should you or yours ever need the services of a United Way agency – whether it’s a weather-related event or a personal crisis – you’ve done your part to ensure that agency and its services are there for you. We have proven time and again that we’re a community that cares. And there’s no better way to show it than giving your fair share to the Lake Martin Area United Way.

et a life people of Dadeville! Whining about sagging pants and underwear showing is trivial. There are too many more serious issues to be discussed and laws that need to be enforced which are already on the books. Parents should deal with children’s clothing and appropriate dress, sagging pants as well as long hair, hairdos, weaves, holes in jeans, color-coated hair, even tattoo’s are fads and some people grow up or get embarrassed causing them to change. Then again, maybe not! It’s their right and freedom to express themselves not causing harm to others. Sagging pants have never destroyed a human life and underwear showing may be tacky to some, but, my goodness, why can’t someone nicely tell saggy drooping pants wearers to think about pulling pants up? However, don’t be offended when they tell you about your style or code of dress. Maybe some will listen and pull pants up. I know I’ve talked to some young folks in a nice way and asked them to pull up their pants and they did. They could have cursed me out and said it was none of my business; but they knew I didn’t try to be mean. If the law can fine you for just walking down the road with sagging pants, who’s to say one day they won’t tell you what size pants to wear or how long or short your dress needs to be? Many people I see with sagging clothes are just making a fad statement and some may just not be concerned about

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outer appearance. Some are good kids and many manufacturers (grown folks) indulge on getting rich making bagging, sagging oversized pants. Hey I know! Do you think maybe they shold be fined, too? Charged with conspiracy to commit offense enticing people to wear sagging items? Give me a break y’all! My suggestion? Turn your head if you get upset about sagging pants-wearing people or just whisper, ‘Hey, it would be nice if you could pull up your pants’ and hope when you say it, you don’t get cursed out or hurt. Now, if schools, businesses or families have dress codes, I say, yes, enforce your rules if you don’t want sag regardless of who the people are. Sagging may keep a person out of a job, but it shouldn’t keep you off public streets! Companies may have a code to work there you must adhere to. What’s next concerning ordinances? Bras showing? Part of the behind showing underneath shorts? Maybe being braless? Showing body parts? Clinging pants?,Panty print showing through your garments? Would there need to be an age limit – uhm? Where are the people who ought to be talking about peer pressure, drug use and abuse,

teenage drinking, drunk driving, shooting of unarmed victims, burglaries or issues where lives are taken? Other main focuses should be on discussing ways to fix deficits, schools, and community involvement. Some cities have the sagging pants ordinances and fines in my opinion are too excessive. By the way, our Constitution says nothing about dress code or attire on public streets. I wonder if perhaps an ordinance will be voted on in the future regarding grown folks who wear dresses or pants three times too small exposing breasts, midriffs, or thighs or men with shirts off exposing their belly. Who are we to want to fine or put people in jail who can’t pay excessive sagging pants excessive fines? Many laws violated on law books aren’t that expensive. Also, many offenses give you fines according to the degree of the offense. Will the officer of law warn a person sagging first offense, second offense meaning you have to catch them a second time and third offense lock up for _____ amount of time. Hey! What about this? It’s ok to walk around with guns on your side except don’t bring them into hospitals, nursing homes, schools, etc. Now there’s an issue. I don’t sag, do not care to sag, but, remember, this is a free country. We have free speech and freedom to express ourselves. Our founding fathers and the Constitution didn’t discuss sagging. Moten is evangelist living in Alexander City.

Communication with elected officials is the key to good government. To let your most local representatives know how you feel about state or local matters, contact any of the following. Governor Robert Bentley represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. He was elected to office on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242-7100. His office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Robert Bentley Alabama.

Luther Strange was elected Alabama’s 49th Attorney General first elected in 2010, and serves as the State’s chief law enforcement officer. He can be reached at 334-242-7300, and his office is located at 501 Washington Avenue, Montgomery.

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Mark Tuggle (R) represents the 81st District covering Coosa, Chilton and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached by phone at 256-392-2006 or by email at tughd81@ gmail.com. His office is located at 110 Calhoun Street, Suite 108, Alexander City.

Mark Tuggle Tom Whatley represents the 27th District covering Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa County. He was elected to the Alabama Senate on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242-7865. His office is located at 337 East Magnolia Drive,

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“I am prayerful and confident I will be exonerated of this false claim” Dear Editor, I would like to comment on the article printed in the Alexander City Outlook newspaper and also to the allegations made by the alleged victim in this investigation. I am innocent. While I may not be perfect, as no man is, I am definitely not a sexual predator. I am perplexed by these allegations and have no idea why anyone would make them against me. Although I cannot go into detail about the specifics contained in the allegation, I will say that they are ludicrous and false. I have spent my life working to become the kind of man that my mother can be proud of, that my students can look up to and that my community can depend on. I have been raised to believe that

everything happens for a reason. While it is difficult to imagine a reason for this, I still remain faithful that the truth will prevail. I am prayerful and confident that when the Grand Jury convenes, I will be exonerated of this false claim. I have lost my job, my family is in turmoil and I feel as though I have lost one of the most important things that matters in my life, my reputation. It is what I have worked hard to develop and, in one instant, with one false allegation, every effort that I have made to be a positive influence in my community has been demolished. I want to thank those of you who are standing beside me through this difficult time. Eltoro Freeman Alexander City

Remember, there are always two sides to the pancake Dear Editor,

My heart is heavy today. It has been for many months now. So much controversy in our city disturbs me. Not so much from the political aspect, but moreso on a personal level. Our city has lost her moral compass. I don’t know if my aging is causing me to be so cynical or my eyes are just being opened to more evil forces that live among us but it is very disturbing. I read the paper every day, hoping for insight. It is obvious that there is much hostility against certain people. I’ll bet your subscriptions have doubled or even triple as the ‘concerned citizen” number in council meetings on Monday nights. Why are we so hungry for negative, hurtful “meals” to feed on? I won’t name any specifics, but I will say that there have been multiple statements and accusations made that simply are not true. As Dr. Phil McGraw says, “There are always two sides to a pancake.” A half-truth is a lie, as well. I’ve noticed a personal vendetta towards our mayor. I’m trying to figure out why the “entire” side of his

“pancake” isn’t being revealed. Before you make any judgements, it would help to know the entire truth about these “mishappenings” lately in our city. I am embarrassed for the way our leaders behave. There have been computer “hacks,” half-facts and even personal attacks. Bet you didn’t know that there have been tire slittings, key scratchings and threatening phone calls. None of that is ever published (I thought we learned to be kind to one another many years ago). These are supposedly grown men and women with so much hatred in their hearts that they will maliciously hurt anyone or anything that doesn’t “fit” into their agenda. May God have mercy on you. I do believe that there will come a day when we will answer for the way we treat others. Let’s strive to bring harmony to our city and to our hearts, as well. Rhonda Childs Alexander City

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Party leads to numerous arrests Work session for Alex from areas all across the county and was unsure if it was related to the Tallassee-Dadeville football game that was held on Friday. The names of the juveniles charged were not released, but he adults who were arrested were: • Morgan Hutchinson of Lake Point Circle was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol. • Brockton Wallace of Redland Road in Tallassee was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol. • Jacob Burke of 13th Avenue North in Alexander City was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol. • James Isbell of Clay Street in Tallassee was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol. • Christopher Dean of Hunters Ridge in Tallassee was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol. • Jacob Ware of Johnson Street in Tallassee was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol. • Brett Giddens of Wind Creek Farms Road in Alexander City was arrested for minor in consumption of alcohol.

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A total of 17 people were arrested Friday evening for underage consumption of alcohol after Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department responded to a house party on Moon Branch Drive in the in the Union community. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said that seven adults and 10 minors were all cited for being minors in consumption of alcohol. “We got a complaint at about 11:35 p.m. Friday regarding a house party in that area,” Abbett said. “Officers observed several people who appeared to be under the legal age drinking. “We have a protocol that we follow in those situations. Those who are 18 and older are arrested and taken to jail where they are offered a bond. The parents of the juveniles who are accused are contacted and they can be released into their custody.” Abbett said those cited were

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“In this land of the free that we so gallantly claim, it is a shame that a man can be convicted of a crime before he is even charged.” Lane said in a released statement “It is even more alarming that the people who truly know Mr. Eltoro Freeman would allow unsubstantiated allegations to redefine their perception of the man they know him to be. “Mr. Freeman has been a positive role model for many children who may not have made it, but for his intervention. He didn’t do these things for fame or glory. He did them

simply because it is the right thing to do. Despite all of his achievements and his heart-felt commitment to the community, without even a charge being made against him, Mr. Freeman has been terminated from his job, defamed on social media and marked as an outcast by those who once admired him.” Chief Deputy District Attorney Damon Lewis declined to comment on this case or speculate on any grand jury presentments. He did say that the next term for a grand jury in Alexander City will come in January.

City budget tonight By Mitch Sneed Outlook Editor

With an Oct. 1 deadline looming, the Alexander City City Council has scheduled another budget work session for this afternoon. A public work session of the Finance Committee will be held at 4:30 p.m. in the upstairs conference room of Alexander City City Hall. This is the first work session since Alexander City Finance Director Sandra Machen was terminated by Mayor Charles Shaw, then reinstated by the city council. Several department heads are expected to meet with the council to discuss needs for Fiscal Year 2016. In addition to getting final questions in the operations budget hammered out, capital expenditures are also expected to be addressed.

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Narcotics Task Force. He said that this past event produced one of the largest turnouts to date, with more drugs collected on Saturday than both collection days combined last year. And, the amount was nearly double the 96 pounds collected in 2013. According to White, the program was almost suspended in the state but it was resumed because Alabama consistently ranks in the top five across the nation for prescription drugs dispensed by doctors or pharmacies. “People were still bringing drugs from the

time we opened to the time we closed,” said Spivey. Both White and Spivey attribute the larger numbers to increased efforts on the parts of both agencies to cooperate and communicate with the public. Spivey said the partnership with Walgreen’s has been beneficial but also that, in general, he thinks people are becoming more

aware of discarding their drugs properly. “It gives people an outlet to dispose of their older medications and do it safely,” said Spivey. In doing this, he said it keeps those drugs off the street, while White noted that it also keeps them out of area schools. And whether it was a bag-full or one bottle, Wood said that every pill

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Shop local launches First Tuesday events By Kim Dunn Alexander City Chamber

Earlier this year, in an effort to educate the community on the importance of shopping locally first for the products and services that are available here, the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce launched a new Shop Local campaign. The first phase of the campaign included decals for businesses to display in their windows as well as ads in the newspaper and on social media highlight-

ing the many reasons to shop local and support our local businesses. We also have Comfort Colors t-shirts available at the chamber office for $20 with the Shop Local logo. The next phase that we kicked off this month is Shop Local First Tuesdays. The first Tuesday of each month, the chamber will run an ad in the Alexander City Outlook highlighting a special or promotion for each local business that participates in the program by purchasing the Shop Local

shirts for their employees to wear that day. Make sure you pick up a copy of the newspaper the first Tuesday of each month and take advantage of what these businesses have to offer. Any business interested in participating in Shop Local First Tuesdays should call the chamber to get signed up. The following businesses are currently participating in the program: Carlisle’s, Cloud Nine, Dr. Bill Harrell, For Heaven’s Sake, Jackson See LOCAL, Page 7

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Employees at The Medicine Shoppe in Alexander City sport their “shop Local” T-shirts.

Leadership Lake Martin in full swing

YEA investors, mentors named By Jacob Meacham

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The success of YEA hinges on support by leaders from our local community. We couldn’t be happier to have such tremendous buy-in from leaders at different levels volunteering their time and money to help make sure that participating students have the best chance to be successful. It’s our pleasure to announce that the following individuals are officially a part of Alex City’s inaugural Young Entrepreneurs Academy! Dr. Susan Burrows, president of Central Alabama Community College – YEA Investor Panel Cam Caldwell, owner of Caldwell Electronics and Radio Shack – YEA Mentor Angie Hill, attorney at Law Office of Angela J. Hill – YEA Mentor Jeff Kirk, co-founder of Wise Point – YEA Mentor Dr. Sherri Taylor, Dean of Students at Central See INVESTORS, Page 7

It is going to be a great year of Leadership Lake Martin (LLM) if this past week’s retreat is any reflection of what is to come. On Sept. 16, 27 LLM class members loaded up their cars and caravaned, along with many LLM board members, to Heritage Trails Conference Center for a night stay andn two full days of leadership training. At first, the chamber saw the goal of recruiting a class of 25 members, per the goals set out in the chamber’s strategic plan to expand the leadership training for our community, as a stretch. Previous class sizes averaged 15 to 18 class members, but we knew we could impact more community awareness and involvement through higher participation. What we didn’t think about was the challenge of 27 class members and multiple LLM board members all fitting in the lodge where we gather for instruction. But, where there is a will there is a way. With a packed training room, LLM board Top, the members of 2016 Lead- president, Jeff Brewer of the Alexander City Fire ership Lake Martin class pose for Department, got the group started off with an overa picture, while above left Lead- view of what they would experience at the retreat. ership Lake Martin President Jeﬀ A mandatory part of the curriculum, the retreat is Brewer gets the retreat started. designed to help the class get to know one another Above, all the Leadership Lake through leadership exercises that require them to Martin class members pose after start working together from the second they are introduced. Many of the class members had never surviving the retreat’s obstacle met before and shortly after basic introductions course. Left, LML Green Team they competed in an activity by team that ultimately members strike to get to sleep decided whither their group would get up at 5 late at the retreat. See LML, Page 7

Checking in with Jr. Ambassador Kynsley Blasingame By Kynsley Blasingame Junior Ambassador

Being a Junior Ambassador for the Chamber of Commerce is very meaningful to me for a number of reasons. As I have spent the past year as an Ambassador, my outlook on our city has changed. I now have a better grasp as to what it takes to hold and organize events with a purpose to bring a community together. I have been given many opportunities for growth as an individual I may not have gotten if it were not for the Chamber. Being a part of a group Submitted / Chamber Pulse solely focused on better- At left, the 2015-16 Junior Ambassadors from Benjamin Russell ing Alexander City gives High Schools and above the 2015-16 Junior Ambassadors from me a great deal of satisHorseshoe Bend High School pose for a picture. faction.

Membership Matters: Chamber means different things to everyone By Carla Culligan Alexander City Chamber

Chamber Membership means something different to everybody. To some businesses, they see the importance of being associated with the chamber and having their name tied to the chamber. They like their customers to see that chamber member sticker on their window or front door. The relationship they have with other chamber mem-

bers as a combined group and coming together as one while working for our community is what matters the most for some members. For some chamber members it is about networking. You can connect with other businesses and can be as active as you would like. We have events like bonus-points lunches, annual meetings, holiday appreciation luncheons, quarterly luncheons, Sun Festival, and Lead Forward Women’s

Conference to name a few. Of course, we have businesses to join, too, for all the chamber benefits. Being a chamber member means you will be listed on our website, which is updated daily. Members stay connected by our weekly e-newsletter and can also take advantage of unlimited promotions for their business by Chamber Connect through E-Blast. This is a free ad that goes out to all of our members every Tuesday. We

have free ribbon cuttings and articles in the Chamber Pulse, printed in the Outlook. Our latest free service is the business spotlight. Our members can request to have their business in the spot light and we will give a short story about their business along with some snapshots to post on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. It will be on social media for everyone to see! Regardless why you would like See MEMBERSHIP, Page 7

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Young Entrepreneurs seek applicants By Jacob Meacham Alexander City Chamber

The time is fast approaching for the start of Alexander City’s inaugural class of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy. This fun and exciting program guides middle and high school students through the process of starting their own real business or nonprofit organization, and teaches students how to make a job, not just take a job! Students learn as much about selfesteem, personal potential and leadership skills as they do about budgeting, planning and production while interacting with business leaders from around our community in a variety of different ways. With YEA! classes operating at 89 locations in 30 states all the way from Maine to California, there have been 1,394 graduates since 2004 and over 1000 businesses launched. 100 percent

of YEA! graduates graduate high school on time and 99 percent of those eligible enroll in secondary education. As you can see, successful YEA! students bring a lot to the community by displaying dedication, focus and excitement about business and innovation. To put it simply, the program’s direct mission is to help students embrace their passion, energy, creativity and talents, launch a venture, and view entrepreneurship and social innovation as synonymous with success and freedom. With a little over a month to go until our first class begins, there’s still plenty of time to apply if you’re interested! Applications can be accessed on the Alexander City Chamber’s website, alexandercitychamber.com, to either submit online or print out and turn in. Applications are also available through the ACMS guidance counselor’s office and in Mrs. Mandi Durr’s classroom at

BRHS. Sixth grade students can also request an application from the guidance counselor at Radney Elementary. Students in grades 6-12 are eligible to apply. The final deadline to apply is Friday, October 2, but it isn’t as simple as just writing your name on the application and turning it in, so don’t wait until the last minute! In addition to basic background information, there are also three short-answer questions and an essay included on the application. Students will also have to turn in their academic transcript and a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, employer or other type of qualified reference. This fantastic opportunity also comes with very little financial risk. Accepted students will be required to submit a 100 dollar payment, but that money is 100 percent refunded when a student successfully completes the class.

Application Steps: (1) Complete Application, including short-answer questions and essay. (2) Request a copy of your most recent transcript from your school. (3) Ask a teacher, guidance counselor, employer or community leader to write a letter of recommendation. (4) Complete those steps and turn in all material no later than Friday, October 2 to the Alex City Chamber or Mrs. Mandi Durr at BRHS. Applicants will then attend a personal interview with the YEA! Student Selection Committee before application decisions are made and this year’s class announced. Classes will be held on Thursday evenings from 5 until 8 beginning October 29 and lasting until May 5. If you have any questions, please contact Jacob Meacham at the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce at (256) 234-3461 or jacob.meacham@alexandercitychamber.com.

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to be a chamber member, your membership is important to us! If this caught your attention and you are not a member of the chamber, I have more information to share with you about the benefits, networking, and partnering with the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce. Give me, Carla Culligan, a call today at 256-234-3461.

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Alabama Community College – YEA Mentor Kelly Waldrop, president/owner Waldrop Media Group and VP Sales & Marketing for Ag Gear; Member and current president of the Alexander City Board of Education – YEA Mentor. Submitted / Chamber Pulse

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Chamber welcomes Lori’s Building & Home to the area By Ann Rye Alexander City Chamber

The chamber held a ribbon cutting open house for a new business to the area on September 4. Lori’s Building and Home is located at 13541 Highway 22 East in New Site. Owner Elizabeth Carr has more in mind than just bringing affordable home improvement products to the area. Passionate about assisting citizens in owning their own homes, Elizabeth will use proceeds of her business to fund the start-up of a nonprofit organization whose mission

will educate low income parents on financial stewardship and empower their breakage from the bonds of renting. Elizabeth and her husband, Rick, have been renovating homes for years using their own money to provide affordable rental properties to families. Establishing a non-profit to assist them in this mission will help them take their goals to the next level. Elizabeth has an extensive history working for the State and Federal government and Rick has over 30 years of field experience building and renovating homes.

Please take a moment to stop into their location when working on a home improvement project, knowing that your purchase will assist in establishing a non-profit with an admirable mission. Lori’s Building and Home also offers selections of home décor, accessories, furniture, sporting goods, books, games, and much more. They are open to the public on Saturdays from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. If you need to take a look during the week, they will open by appointment. Just call Elizabeth at 256-307-7204.

Young Professionals reorganize under Chamber By Jacob Meacham Alexander City Chamber

The Lake Martin Young Professionals held a meeting on September 11 at the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce for the purpose of reorganizing the group and establishing it as a vehicle for connecting young professionals, their families and friends ,while growing the next generation of leaders for the Lake Martin area. Although I wasn’t involved in the formation of the group several years back, I did see the enthusiasm and energy on social media and heard about it first hand from people around town. It was encouraging to see the strong desire from my generation to start a positive movement toward community activism and the subsequent support from established leaders in the area by recognizing the need for it. The need was strong then when the group was formed and the need is just as strong now in the group’s stage of being reformed. Since moving back to Alex City and taking on my new responsibilities with the Chamber, I’ve had several conversations with the group’s founding members about how to make it a more stable force and put into action a plan for getting the most out of the opportunity presented by such a willing and capable body of members.

The conclusion that was repeatedly reached was the need for consistent leadership and direction. That was essentially the reason for the recent meeting. With short notice and just a little communication to the group’s membership, we had close to 20 young professionals show up during their lunch break on a FRIDAY to learn more about what they could do to lead the new effort. It was clear then that the support is very much still intact and the desire to contribute is very strong. In discussing what had already been done with the group and what needed to be done differently moving forward, everyone shared their ideas about the kind of things needed. Of course there will be obvious networking and social aspects of an organization like this, but what clearly emerged was the need for a cause to rally around. A cause like taking an active role in building a network of like-minded individuals working hard to support progress and growth in Alexander City and the Lake Martin area. We hope to do this in a variety of ways, such as identifying and cultivating leaders to be engaged in all aspects of our local government, business and industrial settings. We want to contribute to and enrich our community by being reliable volunteers for the various philanthropic needs in our area. We will seek to provide

opportunities for educational and professional development and work to keep young people living and working in the Lake Martin area. While those all sound like great things to try to do, we all know that nothing is accomplished without solid direction and hard work. Within the group’s current membership, leaders have already stepped up to the plate to take charge of the revitalized effort and provide stability through serving in a variety of ways. The new structure will be lead by a Board of Directors with committees focused on regular programming for membership and community benefit. Committees include Finance, Membership, Special Events, Political Affairs, Marketing/Communication, and Philanthropy/Volunteerism. If you’d like to get involved, now is the time! We hope to have many exciting things coming from the group in the near future. The landscape in Alexander City is changing, and it’s time for the next wave of leaders to step up and help our area reach its full potential. Connect with Lake Martin Young Professionals on Facebook at facebook.com/lakemartinyoungprofessionals or email Emily McDaniel for information about joining at emcdaniel@russelllands.com.

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a.m. to cook breakfast or have the luxury of sleeping in. That is serious pressure to identify each person’s strengths quickly and to work together for a common cause. When this works successfully, everyone wins … accept those competing against you. Part of the LLM class requires that the group of 27 be split into four teams. We refer to them as the Red, Blue, Yellow, and Green teams. Randomly, each class member is assigned to a team that will come up with a project that serves a need or improvement to Tallapoosa County. As the months of training continue, they will meet and gain an understanding of how our community functions in order to build partnerships needed to be successful at their own agenda. Each team is given guidelines for their projects which include the need for it to be sustainable improvement. Past graduates of LLM spoke during the Low Country Boil dinner and gave the class direction by presenting their own class projects from previous years. As the class year continues, with graduation being in May of 2016, I will report on the teams, their members, and their collective progress. I hope you will encourage these individuals along the way. They are giving of themselves to make our county a better place and it is through such leadership that we will all benefit from their efforts. This year’s teams are as follows: The Red Team: Adam Fowler, Angie Richardson, Keon Nettles, Kathleen Thompson, Jacob Holt, Laura Lacey, and Paige Patterson The Blue Team: Matt Bishop, Karen Kison, David Thomas, Martha Boyd, Will Dark, Mary Lyman Boone, and Sabrina Osborne The Yellow Team: Christopher Nail, Elizabeth Roberts, Jacob Meacham, Kim Keel, Matt Haines, Lindsey Fuller, and Rebecca Jones The Green Team: David Cantrell, Sherry Willis, Rob McDaniel, Michelle West, Scott Sims, and Lori Harrell The retreat continued with a ropes course program the following morning. Board members looking on were encouraged by this group’s energy, excitement, and resolve. We are in for some amazing things out of the 2016 LLM class. The chamber and LLM board of directors extends their appreciation and thanks to Central Alabama Community College for their partnership in LLM and assistance with facilitating the retreat. As well we owe a huge thank you to Terry and Ellen Martin, Marvin and Lou Ann Wagener, Jim Burns, Sue Tate and the current LLM board members which provided excellent food preparations for such a large group. A big thank you is extended to Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc. for providing the hospitality.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH Give some more thought to someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s words and actions. Note how sure of yourself you are, but note this personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s conĂ&#x201E;dence as well. See where the meeting point is. Be willing to admit that he or she has some good points. Tonight: Dinner with someone you care about. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH You could be on top of a problem, but you might have to deal with someone who feels that he or she is on top of the same problem. Your solutions could be very diÉ&#x2C6;erent, but you are likely to discover that both approaches will work. Tonight: Go with the moment. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Pace yourself, and you will achieve what you want. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t underestimate the cost of your time, especially if you are in a bind. Decide to weigh in on a friendship and its meaning to you. This person also could be a work associate. Tonight: Keep an eye on completion. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You have the energy and the wherewithal to bypass a lot of trivial matters, which you will handle later. Take a stand, especially if you feel that there is the potential for a difference of opinion. You know there are many ways to achieve a goal. Tonight: Let your hair down. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH You have a style that will help you get past a problem. You might need to keep your plans on hold or not discuss them yet. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll gain insight from an acquaintance who comes from a diÉ&#x2C6;erent background or culture. Listen to this personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s news. Tonight: Read between the lines. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH You could be taken aback by a conversation and might need to weigh the pros and cons before you act. In some way, this person has oÉ&#x2C6;ended your philosophical slant of what life could or should be. Tonight: Do not be intimidated by anyone. Do your thing.

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Wildcats kick off final leg of region slate on the road at Oxford By Robert Hudson Outlook Sports Editor

The Benjamin Russell Wildcats are set to enter the most important stretch of the season starting on the road Friday night. The No. 8 Wildcats (5-1, 1-1 in Class 6A-Region 3) will travel to face the Oxford Yellow Jackets (2-3, 1-2 in Class 6A-Region 3) on Friday at 7 p.m. in a region contest. Friday’s game will mark the first of four straight region games to close out the regular season for the Wildcats. “Our next four games are all region games and we need to win them all. This is the first of the four and we’re playing at Oxford,” said Benjamin Russell Coach Danny Horn. “Oxford is a place, traditionally, that is a very tough place to play at. This year, they are 2-3 overall, but all three of their losses have been on the road. Last week, they almost beat Vestavia Hills, which is a pretty good team this year.” With their postseason fate sure to be decided over the next four weeks, Horn said Friday’s game takes on huge significance. “It’s a big game for us, and last year it was a big game for us,” Horn said. “We beat them last year, but they are always going to have a pretty good team. We’re going to have to play well.” In Oxford, Horn said the Wildcats will see much of themselves, as the Yellow Jackets also run a spread system, but like to pass a little bit more. Horn added that BRHS will have to do better defending the pass and preventing third-down conversions. “They run the spread like us and they throw the ball well,” Horn said. “They’ve got a left-handed quarterback that actually throws the ball pretty well. That’s kind of been our Achilles heel is defending the pass. We’ve got to do a better job on defense in the passing game and on third and fourth downs. We’re giving up too many conversions on third and fourth downs.” Horn said the Wildcats will also have to pass the ball a little bit more themselves, along with establishing their highly-effective rushing attack.

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Dadeville senior quarterback ShawnDarius Jennings drops back for a pass during a game against Beauregard earlier this season.

Dadeville’s Jennings out for season with fractured kneecap By Robert Hudson Outlook Sports Editor

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Benjamin Russell quarterback Tyre Gray looks for an open receiver during this season’s game against Pell City.

“Offensively, we’re going to have to throw the ball a little bit more, and we’re going to have to complete those passes,” Horn said. “We can throw it 50 times a game, but if we don’t complete any it won’t mean nothing. We’re going to have to open it up a little bit more this week.” After last week’s offensive showing that saw Benjamin Russell score 42 points in the first half, Horn said he is hoping the Wildcats can keep up that offensive momentum instead of playing

from behind. “Any time you can get off to a good start, it’s going to be an advantage for you,” Horn said. “We’ve gotten off to good starts the last couple of games. That’s helped our confidence. When you’re having to play catch up the whole game, eventually it wears you down because you have to play near-perfect football. That’s hard to do. That’s why it’s important to get off to a good start again, and hopefully that will lead to a big win.”

The Dadeville Tigers will have to continue the 2015 season without one of their most important players. Dadeville Coach Richard White confirmed that senior quarterback/safety ShawnDarius Jennings will miss the remainder of the 2015 season after fracturing his kneecap during Friday’s 28-22 loss at Tallassee. “ShawnD is having surgery in the morning (Tuesday) at St. Vincent’s Hospital,” White said. “He’s got a fractured kneecap and he’s done for the season.” Jennings, a University of Alabama commit at safety, was named second team AllState as an athlete for Class 4A by the Alabama Sports Writers Association in 2014. The 6’2, 217-pound Jennings is rated a three-star prospect by recruiting outlet Rivals.com, landing him at No. 15 in the state on Rivals’ Alabama Spring Top 25 players list. Jennings is also rated as the No. 1 safety in the state of Alabama and a three-star prospect by Scout.com. “Surgery is tomorrow at 7:00 a.m. Thanks for all the prayers,” the senior tweeted out on Monday. As for the Tigers, White said they will move forward with junior Margarius Buchanan under center.

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The Auburn Tigers fell 17-9 at home to the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Saturday night. Pictured, far left, Auburn freshman quarterback Sean White (13) breaks a tackle attempt by Mississippi State defensive back Kivon Coman (11). White was 20-of-28 passing for 188 yards with no touchdowns and one interception to go along with 29 yards rushing on 11 carries in his college debut. Above, Auburn’s Devaroe Lawrence (94) tries to wrap up Mississippi State quarterback Dak Prescott (15).

What better place to become Saban’s Alabama again than Athens?

aturday everything comes full circle in Athens, Georgia. Alabama returns to where the dynasty began way back in 2008. The opener against Clemson in the Georgia Dome that year set the tone for impending greatness, but it was Alabama’s demolition of UGA in their own backyard that made the reverberating imprint. That win gave ‘Bama “boogeyman” status in many of its following games. The Tide had a touchdown before the games even kicked off at times just because of the respect the team garnered from beating down the Dawgs in 2008. Clearly, the effects of that night have faded now. Alabama no longer seems to strike fear in the hearts of opponents. At least, not

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anywhere close to the degree it once did. Least of all, I am sure, Georgia – a team whose talent rivals the Tide’s. Why should it? Alabama just lost to Ole Miss at home and subsequently made a 34-0 blowout of Louisiana-Monroe feel like a 10-6 Gene Stallings-style slugfest. The Tide seems to lack the cohesive identity that made it college football’s most feared team for the last eight years.

In Athens this Saturday, perhaps Alabama can get that back. I am not predicting it will happen (I will later this week most likely pick Georgia to win the game), but there is no better place for ‘Bama to reassert itself than at the scene of the original crime. Georgia is riding high as an undefeated, potential playoff type team right now. Their once shaky QB situation has settled down as Greyson Lambert has completed 44 of his last 49 passes. The Dawgs’ running back corps is the envy of any team outside of LSU. Defensively, UGA may not be perfect, but they have the athletes to make all the plays they need. In short, Georgia is very, very good. That said, it will not take a once-in-a-lifetime, Herculean effort for Alabama to win

Saturday; 2015 Georgia isn’t as talented as Georgia circa 2008. The catch is Alabama will truly (not kidding THIS time) have to play the “Alabama football” fans were promised they would see back in the summer. The Tide will have to acknowledge its limitations (like throwing the deep ball and kickoff returns) and play just aggressively, yet with a conservative overtone. ‘Bama will have to always remember that Derrick Henry is a better option from two yards away from the end zone than implementing over-thetop deception via a double reverse halfback pass. The lure of sexy plays and Sportscenter highlights is strong, but under this regime Alabama has always won big with blunt force trauma versus elaborate

schemes. Run the ball. Play defense. Be smart on special teams. If Alabama can accomplish those goals Saturday, the Tide will win. Unfortunately, it may be too late to reestablish that mantra. The season has started with a disjointed quarterback battle and that confusion has spread through the various game plans and coaching staff. Again, these reasons (more so than Georgia’s greatness) are why I will pick UGA to win the game. On the off shoot it isn’t too late, though, what better place to become Nick Saban’s Alabama again than where it all started: Athens, Georgia. Robinson is a sports columnist for The Outlook and president of the Lake Martin BAMA Club.