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City to take ownership of Hotel Talisi By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
Owner Wylie Troupe has donated Hotel Talisi to the City of Tallassee, which it hopes to re-purpose.
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The City of Tallassee will soon own the dilapidated Hotel Talisi. The Tallassee City leaders have sought a resolution to making the property safe for those walking and traveling in downtown Tallassee. The city condemned the property and instead of the city demolish-
ing the property and waiting years through a lien process to collect reimbursement funds, owner Wylie Troupe is going to donate the building and property to the city, according to Mayor John Hammock. “It works out better for the city because then, it’s not just another piece of property we can’t do nothing with,” Hammock said. “We will be able to turn it into a greenspace,
parking lot, pop up shops or whatever.” The city previously condemned the hotel after years of little to no improvements on the building damaged by fire. Troupe appealed the city’s decision to condemn the property to the state court system. A judge ruled the city could condemn and demolish the building. Troupe never filed an appeal to the Alabama
Civil Court of Appeals. The council said last month it wanted to go ahead and demolish the building sooner rather than later giving instructions to city attorney John Smith to contact Troupe’s attorney for a quick decision on how to proceed — donate the property to the city or a lien process. See HOTEL, Page A3
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By SIRI HEDREEN Multimedia Reporter A brief EF-0 tornado that touched down in Elmore County Friday afternoon is so far the only confirmed tornado to have occurred in Alabama during this past weekend’s outbreak. According to the National Weather Service, the tornado inflicted a path of damage less than a quarter mile and about 50 yards wide near the Old Bingham community, northeast of Montgomery and Southeast of Wetumpka, at 4:12 p.m. Friday, with a maximum estimated wind speed of 70 mph. The county was not under tornado watch at the time, with the greatest risk for severe storm in Alabama forecast for Saturday. Three homes suffered minor damage, including See TORNADO, Page A3
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Tallassee centenarian honored by Tallapoosa County Commission
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New bid higher for downtown Tallassee utility work By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
A brief EF-0 tornado that touched down in Elmore County Friday afternoon is so far the only confirmed tornado to have occurred in Alabama during this past weekend’s outbreak.
t’s not often someone celebrates a 100th birthday. The Tallapoosa County Commission helped mark the occasion for Tallassee resident Lueverne Simmons at a recent meeting. Commissioner George Carleton is connected to Simmons’ grand-
children through his wife. “We want to honor Ms. Simmons for turning 100 years old,” Carleton said. “It is something we are glad to do.” County administrator Blake Beck doesn’t see himself becoming a centenarian. “I’m a little more than half-
The Tallassee City Council will have a bid for utility improvements in downtown in front of it Tuesday. CDG Engineers and Associates Jeff Harrison and Mayor John Hammock opened bids for the second time for improvements to
the water, gas, sewer and storm drainage systems in downtown. This time Rast Construction Inc. of Birmingham submitted the only bid of $1,493,925. Harrison had estimated the project to cost between $1 million and $1.2 million. “What you are seeing here is material prices from the last time we bid have increased,” Harri-
son said. “Ductile iron prices have increased due to a 20 percent increase in steel prices since Oct. 1.” Rast Construction was a bidder on the project earlier this year but was not the lowest bidder. The lowest bidder backed out not long after the bid opening in the summer. The city was able to claim $6,700 from that contrac-
tor to rebid the project. Harrison said his firm would double check the math for the bid to make sure the unit prices of the bid add up to the total presented at Thursday’s bid opening. “At that point we will proceed putting together a recommenSee UTILITY, Page A3
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Obituaries BOBBY “WAYNE” WALLACE Bobby “Wayne” Wallace passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on December 11, 2021. Wayne was born April 23, 1945 to E. L. and Louise Wallace in Opp, AL. The family will receive friends Thursday, December 16, 2021 beginning at 10:30 a.m., followed by funeral service at 12 noon at Linville Memorial Funeral Home with Rev. Josh Cullars officiating. Burial will follow at Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery. Wayne was the owner of a small motors and service station for 15 years in Tallassee. He then worked for Parker Tire and Service Center for 18 years. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Danny, Jane and Dale Wallace. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Virginia Wallace and his children, Scotty Wallace (Susan), Rusty Wallace (Bonita) and Jody Wallace (Michelle). Wayne was known as “Paw Paw” to his grandchildren, Randy Wallace, Katey Owens (James), Andrew Bennett (Maddie), Brock Wallace (Taylor), Mallory Caldwell, Jeffrey Kidd (Adrianne), Dylan Wallace, Callie Armstead (Austin), Joseph Wallace and Gracie Wallace and great-granddaughters, Allie and Emilie Owens and Skylar Segrest. Wayne leaves behind brothers, Kim Wallace (Claire) and Allan Wallace (Shan). Wayne also leaves behind many extended family and friends who will all miss him dearly. Online condolences at www.linvillememorial.com.
Linville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory Eclectic, Alabama J.T. HUDSON, JR. Mr. J.T. Hudson, Jr., a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at the age of 83. He was born September 19, 1938 in Tallassee, Alabama to J.T. Hudson, Sr. and Hattie Richburg. A visitation will be held Saturday, December 11, 2021, from 10:00AM until service time at 11:00AM at Refuge Baptist Church with Pastor Steve Scarborough officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing. Mr. Hudson is survived by his children, Mike Coker (Patricia), Don Hudson (Amy), Renita Coker Stough (Craig); sisters, Shirley Lett, Elaine Jolly (John) and eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Sallie Hudson; son, Tim Coker and his parents, J.T. Hudson, Sr. and Hattie Hudson. Mr. Hudson worked with Mt. Vernon Mills Telephone Company for 45 Years. VONCILE TAUNTON LEDBETTER Mrs. Voncile (MamaCile) Taunton Ledbetter, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at the age of 95. She was born March 2, 1926 in Eclectic, Alabama to John Albert and Ca-
millia Taunton. Graveside services will be held Sunday, December 12, 2021, at 2:30PM from New Prospect United Methodist Church Cemetery with Mr. Martin Johnson officiating, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing. Mrs. Ledbetter is survived by her son, Joel Ledbetter (Donna); daughter, Jan Ledbetter (Chad Abrams); grandchildren, Carmen Ledbetter LeVally (Jacob), Megan Ledbetter (Alex Beene), Madeline Ledbetter, Whitnie Helms (Todd) and Cade Cosby (Ashton); great grandchildren, Abigail Jo Helms, Lily Helms, Landon LeVally, Oella Beene, Cora Beth Beene, Emi Kate Cosby; several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Mr. Joe Fred Ledbetter; parents, John Albert and Camillia Taunton; siblings, Pete Taunton, Elva Taunton, Bill Taunton, Elois Taunton Milner, Vernell Taunton and Delma Taunton. Mrs. Ledbetter was the owner of Voncile’s Beauty Shop in Carrville for over 50 years. She was a member of New Prospect United Methodist Church for over 60 years. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either New Prospect United Methodist Church or Reeltown High School. SHARON MELISSA KERSEY LEE Sharon Melissa Kersey Lee, 65, of Notasulga, died Thursday, December 2, 2021, at East Alabama Medical Center. Fu-
neral services will be Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at Christ’s Gospel Baptist Church at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Danny Rodgers officiating. Burial will follow in Salem Macon Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service bringing at 1:00 P.M. Mrs. Lee is survived by her daughter Angela (Anthony) Hall; her son Thomas Lee; her grandchildren Harley Lee, and Michael (Madison) Hall; her great granddaughter Serenity Busha; her brother Phillip Lamar Kersey; and her mother-in-law Vickie Lee. She was preceded in death by her husband Willie F. Lee, Jr., and her parents Marlin and Flora Jean Kersey. Mrs. Lee was a member of Christ’s Gospel Baptist Church. ERNEST DALE THREADGILL Dr. Ernest Dale Threadgill, 79, beloved by all who knew him, passed away surrounded by his family on December 4th, 2021, in Watkinsville, GA. Born in Tallassee, AL, to Lucy Pemberton Threadgill and Thomas Wilson Threadgill on June 26th, 1942, Dr. Threadgill was a graduate of Auburn University. He enjoyed a 45 year career in academia, in- THREADGILL cluding 7 years at Mississippi State University, and the remaining 38 years at the University of Geor-
gia, ultimately retiring in 2013 as Founding Dean of the College of Engineering. Dr. Threadgill is survived by his wife, Anne Cox Threadgill, his two sons, Thomas Clifford (Mary) of Watkinsville, Michael Scott (Paula), two grandsons, Dylan Sage and Logan Kai, and one granddaughter, Rowan Dale of Fairfax, VA, as well as one niece and two nephews. He also had two stepdaughters, Mary Anne Little and Laura Katherine Little of Athens, GA. Dr. Threadgill was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Donald Wilson Threadgill (Donna), one nephew, and his deceased wife and mother of his two sons, Patricia Blackwell Threadgill. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 18th at 1:00pm at the University of Georgia Chapel, North Campus, with a celebration of life reception immediately following. Dale was a passionate servant leader. He served as Advisor to Leadership Georgia for 35 years and was a Boy Scout Leader for 20 years. His contributions to these and other organizations over the years have significantly enriched many lives and enhanced Georgia’s future. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Ashford Memorial Methodist Youth Fund, PO Box 344, Watkinsville, GA, 30677. “The flowers of all your tomorrows will bloom from seed you plant today.” Lord and Stephens, West is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
Police Reports TALLASSEE POLICE DEPARTMENT DEC. 14
• A traffic accident was reported on Ashurst Bar Road. • A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
DEC. 13
• Harassing communications were reported on Laurel Street. • Debris was reported in the roadway on Central Boulevard. • Animal control was requested on Central Boulevard. • A domestic incident and a Black male was arrested on Dolan Road. • Burglary was reported on Dolan Road. • Theft was reported on East Roosevelt Street. • Assistance was given to a motorist on Camellia Drive. • A white male was arrested on Second Street. • Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue. • Gunfire was reported on Central Boulevard. • A domestic incident was reported on Rickey Lane. • A suspicious vehicle
was reported on Gilmer Avenue. • A white female was arrested on South Dubois Street. • A domestic incident was reported on Freeman Avenue. • A domestic incident was reported on Benson Avenue. • A Black male was arrested on CC Blalock Street.
DEC. 12
• A domestic incident was reported on Dolan Road. • A juvenile complaint was reported on Gilmer Avenue. • A suspicious vehicle was reported on Indian Trail. • A domestic dispute was reported on Washington Street. • Harassing communications were reported on Rec Center Road. • A domestic dispute was reported on Washington Street. • Debris was reported in the roadway on Highway 229.
DEC. 11
• Harassment was reported on Freeman Avenue. • A suspicious vehicle was reported on South
Ashurst Avenue. • Assistance was given to a motorist on Gilmer Avenue. • Harassing communications were reported on North Wesson Street. • A prowler was reported on Freeman Avenue. • A domestic dispute was reported on East Patton Street. • A civil disturbance was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
DEC. 10
• Harassing communications were reported on Rickey Lane. • Menacing was reported on Barnett Boulevard. • A civil disturbance was reported on Third Avenue. • A domestic incident was reported on Freeman Avenue. • A noise complaint was reported on James Street. • A domestic dispute was reported on Freeman Avenue. • Assistance was given to another agency on Harris Street.
DEC. 9
• A domestic incident was reported on James Street. • Theft was reported on Barnett Boulevard. • Reckless driving was
reported on Oak Heights Road. • Noise complaint was reported on James Street. • Assistance was given to another agency on Stewart Street. • Menacing was reported on Stewart Street. • Animal control was requested on Sims Avenue. • A suspicious vehicle was reported on Main Street. • An intoxicated person was arrested on Riverknolle Road.
DEC. 8
• Harassment was reported on Rosemere Drive. • An abandoned vehicle was reported on Friendship Road. • A domestic incident was reported on Ashurst Avenue. • Assistance was given to a motorist on Herren Hill Road. • A suspicious person was reported on Third Street. • A suspicious vehicle was reported on Gilmer Avenue. Dec. 7 • Assistance was given during a medical call on Third Avenue. • A white male was arrested on Barnett Boule-
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vard. • Reckless driving and a Black male were arrested on Jordan Avenue. • A hit and run accident was reported on Central Boulevard. • A juvenile complaint was filed on Gilmer Avenue. Harassment was reported on Third Avenue. • Reckless driving was reported on Gilmer Avenue. • Trespassing was reported on Stewart Street. • Trespassing was reported on Sims Avenue.
DEC. 6
• Harassing communications were reported on Gilmer Avenue. • A noise complaint was reported on Third Avenue. • Animal control was requested on Riverside Avenue. • A domestic dispute was reported on Washington Street. • A domestic dispute was reported on Washington Street. • Trespassing was reported on Highway 229. • A vehicle accident was reported on Gilmer Avenue.
WETUMPKA POLICE DEPARTMENT DEC. 5
• Criminal mischief was reported on West Tuskeena Street. • Criminal mischief was reported on West Tuskeena Street. Dec. 3 • Theft was reported on Tucker Drive. Dec. 2 • Harassment was reported on Coosa River Parkway. • Theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231. • Fraudulent use of a credit or debit card and theft was reported on Main Street. Dec. 1 • Harassment was reported on Micanopy Street. • Domestic violence was reported on Micanopy Street. Nov. 30 • Theft was reported on Cambridge Drive. Nov. 29 • Fraudulent use of a credit or debit card and theft was reported on U.S. Highway 231. Nov. 28 • Domestic violence was reported on Alabama Street.
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New jury term brings movement in court system By Cliff Williams Staff Writer It happens twice a year in Alexander City and twice a year in Dadeville — criminal jury trial terms. There are judges, circuit clerks, investigators, witnesses, defendants and the attorneys — who sometimes can be numerous. Presiding Fifth Judicial Circuit Court Judge Ray Martin called someone else who is often overlooked as crucial to the entire court system. “You are a very important part of the process,” Martin told possible jurors in Dadeville Monday. “Without you the process of trial by a jury of peers would not work.” The process starts with Tallapoosa County Circuit Clerk Patrick Craddock sending out notices to those called for jury duty. “We use voter registration lists,” Craddock said. “We used to use driver’s licenses but so few people update their address on those. We had so many return when we used licenses but its not so bad with voter registration.” Prospective jurors still have to show up and Monday Martin methodically “qualified the jury venire.” First, making sure jurors live on the Dadeville side of the Tallapoosa River since it is the dividing line between two of the five sub districts of the Fifth Judicial Circuit. “There are five courthouses in four counties,” Martin told the possible jurors. One juror was automatical-
ly excused when it was discovered the prospective juror lived on the west side of the river in Daviston.Tallapoosa County has two courthouses in Alexander City and Dadeville. The other courthouses in the Fifth Judicial Circuit are in Chambers, Macon and Randolph counties. After the first qualifications were made, 53 Tallapoosa County residents remained. Of those, 26 were male and 27 male; 35 were married, 18 said they were not married, divorced or separated; 41 were employed, 12 retired and one unemployed, three were retired educators and one was currently an educator; and 19 had adult children living in Tallapoosa County. Martin also called the docket Monday calling roll of 67 possible defendants for the term — 53 were present or accounted for but 14 were not. Martin issued writs of arrests and conditionally revoked the bond of the 14 absent from the courtroom. Not all defendants will be called for trial. Depending on the length of the case, only five to seven defendants will see cases tried in the two week term. Alexander City is currently in its second week of a criminal jury term with Judge Issac Wharton presiding. The criminal jury term in Dadeville will continue through next week. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty through evidence and testimony presented at trial. Martin asked if any of the jurors would be prejudiced against
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way there,” Beck said . “I can’t imagine getting that far.” Beck said Simmons was born Nov. 25, 1921 in Elmore County and was one of four siblings. Simmons had two daughters. “She had two grandchildren who are the loves of her life,” Beck said. “She spent many years as a babysitter for babies and children.” Simmons is a long-time member of the Cheaha AME Zion Church in Tuskegee
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dation to the city council for this project,” Harrison said. When the city was awarded an Alabama Department of Transportation’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant in 2018, project estimates for the utility work and to redo the streets and sidewalks in downtown were $725,000 with the city providing a 20 percent match. The utility work was then separated from the TAP project, now
a defendant accused of sexual abuse. Nine responded they couldn’t be impartial and Martin dismissed them until later in the week. District attorney Jeremy Duerr asked questions about anyone knowing him or his staff and a defendant and witnesses related to a case. Defense attorney Tom Goree got a chance too. “It’s our chance to get to know you a little,” Goree said. “How many of you know someone on this panel?” About 40% of the juror pool rescinded knowing at least one other person in the courtroom in Dadeville Monday. Of the remaining 44 potential jurors, six were kin to law enforcement and one was a retired law enforcement officer. Fourteen had served on a jury previously. Martin said the entire process is meant for attorneys for both the state and the defense to pick an impartial jury to try a case. One potential juror was concerned about parking around the courthouse. It was explained with the rain they parked in a spot marked for parking up to two hours and two hours were nearly up. The question didn’t phase Martin a bit and even gave him a chance to reiterate the importance of the potential jurors. “Our police chief [Jonathan Floyd] says you’re good; I say you’re good,” Martin said. “I appreciate you and your service. Your car won’t be towed.”
and an honorary usher. Beck gave everyone an idea as to what Simmons’ secret to living a long and fulfilling life is. “She likes to tend to her garden and flowers — even today,” Beck said. “She loves to cook. Her speciality is homemade biscuits.” Commissioner took a break from their meeting to meet with Simmons and pose for a photograph. “I’m sure we could all learn a lot from her,” commissioner Steve Robinson said. The Tallassee City Council will also honor Simmons at its next meeting.
with costs of nearly $1.5 million for just the utility work. Hammock said he hopes the bid will be in front of the council Tuesday for approval. If the council approves the bid, work could start soon. “I think it will be about a month from now before we can start breaking ground,” Harrison said. “It will be a 120 day construction project.” Harrison said the utility work will present some challenges but part of the bid is to minimize the impact on businesses downtown. But as soon as the utilities are in place, side-
walk and street work will start on James and Sistrunk streets and portions of South Ann Avenue. “The majority of this work will be in the roadway,” Harrison said. “There will be some in the sidewalk area. Part of this project is to make sure we are not interrupting services for extended periods of time, that being water, sewer or gas. The intent of the project is to get the utilities put in and about the time this project is rolling out we will be rolling the TAP project in and will look like a seamless construction project for those businesses downtown.”
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“He is willing to donate it for a tax write off,” Hammock said. “His attorney wants a licensed commercial appraiser, which I have Ira Betts out of Montgomery doing it. Brad Davis has done the title work already.” With most of the paperwork for the city to take over the hotel in progress, more plans
can be made on taking the historic building down. “CDG is going to write a scope of work for demolition because it has so many utilities around it,” Hammock said. “I didn’t feel comfortable writing this scope of work so the engineer is going to write. It is in close quarters, you have a lot of utilities running around it.” Hammock said demolition work would then be let for bid.
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blown-off roofing and shingles, according to NWS. No one was injured. As of Monday, 78 have been confirmed dead across Kentucky, Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas and Missouri as a result of Friday night’s tornado outbreak, the Associated Press reports. Sixty-four of those fatalities were in Kentucky alone.
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‘Twas the Last Night Before Christmas at Montgomery Mall
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his poem was inspired by a real-life event. I took my family to Montgomery Mall and was approached by one of Santa’s photography helpers. The elf asked if we wanted our picture made. I said I didn’t have money for pictures. Santa motioned for us to join him anyway. And away we went.
A Visit with the Last Santa Claus Montgomery Mall, Christmas Eve 2005
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the mall One creature was stirring, yea elf came to stall: “Come hither! Take pictures with good old St. Nick!” I brought the children to the camera, and quick. I rode that mall’s carousel when I was a lad, And visiting Montgomery Mall was a tradition I had. My favorite stores were vanishing fast, So I knew that this Christmas might be our last. There were no customers, no jangle or jingle,
MICHAEL BIRD Columnist So it surprised me to see a forlorn Kris Kringle! Lonesome and sad, with one elf for a friend We saddled up for pictures once more, at the end. With awkward silence, we approached Santa’s chair And noticed that we were the only ones there! Only a few years ago, tons of shoppers were packed, But the deck of time against this mall was stacked. Santa sat lowly, speaking with nary a grin As my one-year-old daughter tugged at whiskers on his chin; “Take note of the reindeer,” he said, “the pretty little fawn, for this time next year, t’will be a Title Pawn.” The elf set up shop, to the camera
behind, As Santa Claus held us so gentle and kind. He asked what we wanted for him to bring, But none of us asked for shiny new things. “I remember you at Normandale,” to Santa I said, “the first mall in the state,” as his face turned red. “Why must Montgomery Mall say goodbye, too?” I asked him, as the Jolly One’s cheerfulness grew. “Ho, ho, ho,” St. Nick said with a smile, “It’s not where you shop, or what you find in the aisle. Christmas is about a special birthday, That’s why we’re here taking pictures today.” I paused for a moment and looked at my brood, Santa’s words putting me in a most Christmassy mood. I heard him exclaim as we walked out of sight, “Your photos were free, now to all a good night!”
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State Senate will have little turnover in 2022
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he year 2022 was anticipated to be an exciting competitive election year. However, it is going to be a yawn of a political year. If you thought there was no competition for the constitutional offices and the House of Representatives’ seats in next year’s elections, then you have not seen anything like the lack of turnover in the Alabama State Senate. Incumbency will prevail. In fact, the power of incumbency in the Alabama State Senate is on par with the incumbent return percentage for Congress, which is probably comparable to the Russian Communist Politburo. There are 35 state Senate Seats, 27 of the 35 are held by Republicans. Out of the 27 Republican state senators, 24 are running for reelection and all 24 probably will be reelected. Almost all of them have no opposition. The Democratic minority has just as high a reelection bar. Of the eight Democrats, seven probably will be running unopposed. The only Democrat not running will be Priscilla Dunn who has not been to the Senate this entire four-year term. Most of the first-term State Senators have never met her. According to rumors she is in poor health and cannot attend. The 150,000 people in Senate District 19 in Jefferson County have been without a voice or vote in the Alabama Senate for four years. The three retiring Republican State Senators are giants. Del Marsh, Jimmy Holley, and Jim McClendon’s shoes will be hard to fill. These three seats will be filled by new Republicans. The 27-8 super Republican majority will continue. State Senator Del Marsh (R-Anniston) has been a leader in the Senate for 23 years. He served as President
STEVE FLOWERS Columnist Pro Tempore of the Senate most of that time. He ran a very effective ship of state. State Senator Jimmy Holley (R-Elba/Coffee) is an icon. He was a master of Senate rules. He also was a mentor to a good many young senators. State Senator Jim McClendon (RSt. Clair) will be sorely missed in the state senate. The gentleman from St. Clair served with honor and distinction for eight years in the State Senate and 12 years before that in the House of Representatives. This freshman class of senators have bonded and work cohesively with the veteran leaders. The Freshman Class includes Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), Tom Butler (R-Huntsville), Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville), Dan Roberts (R-Jefferson), Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman), Randy Price (R-Lee), Donnie Chesteen (R-Geneva/Houston), David Sessions (R-Mobile), Jack Williams (R-Mobile), Chris Elliott (R-Baldwin) and Andrew Jones (R-Cherokee/Etowah). Senator April Weaver (R-Shelby/Bibb) won her seat recently when Cam Ward left to become head of Pardons and Paroles. April Weaver previously served in the House of Representatives. She is the only female GOP Senator. She has a bright future. All twelve of these new senators have done an excellent job and all will be reelected. Ten of the twelve will probably run unopposed.
There are some exceptionally talented and dedicated veterans in the Senate that will coast to reelection. Most, if not all, will be unopposed. This stellar group of legislative leaders include President Pro Tem Greg Reed (R-Jasper/Walker), Senate Majority Leader Clay Scofield (R-Guntersville), Senator Clyde Chambliss (R-Autauga/Elmore), Senator Steve Livingston (R-Scottsboro/Jackson), Senator Shay Shelnutt (R-Jefferson), Senator Tom Whatley (R-Auburn/ Lee), Senator Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa), Senator Greg Albritton (R-Escambia) the Chairman of the Senate Finance General Fund, Senator Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) Chairman of Senate Finance Education, and last but certainly not least, the legendary Jabo Waggoner (R-Vestavia), who chairs the Senate Rules Committee. There will be some outstanding veteran Democrats returning to the State Senate. There are several giants, who include Senator Bobby Singleton (D-Greene), Senator Vivian Figures (D-Mobile), Senator Rodger Smitherman (D-Birmingham), and Senator Billy Beasley (D-Barbour). Senator Kirk Hatcher (D-Montgomery) is new to the senate. However, he bears watching. He is gregarious, likeable and a quick study. He will be effective for the Capitol City. The senate abounds with outstanding leadership on both sides of the aisle. The lack of competition the members are garnering is a testament to their good work. This returning group of leaders could well portend for a successful future quadrennium. With this kind of experience and leadership, they will also be an independent group. They will not be a rubber stamp for governor. See you next week.
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Humane Society of Elmore County News By REA CORD Executive Director For those adding a new pet to the family this holiday season, proper preparation can go a long way to making it a happy and fun experience for pet and people alike. For those who bring a young adult, adult or senior pet home from a shelter (or even another family), please give those pets time to adjust. Yes, there are dogs and cats that love everyone, are happy-go-lucky and will adapt to their new home almost seamlessly. But there are others for whom change is more challenging and will need more time to develop trust in their new home and situation. That means patience in allowing those new pets the time to learn about life with their new family. For these pets it can be a
matter of a week or a month or more, but most will end up being wonderful pets if they are simply given the time to adjust and trust that they have a new and permanent home. You cannot force these pets to adapt on your timeline, so be honest with yourself if you are able and willing to help a new pet that might need just a bit longer to feel comfortable. We think the rewards for pet and people alike are worth it! If you are bringing home a new puppy, keep in mind that puppies are like toddlers in that they don’t understand what is safe and what is off limits. Remember, if a puppy can get something in his mouth, he’ll eat it or chew it! That’s why it’s essential to puppy proof your home and yard. Look at your house from your new puppy’s point of view. Get on your hands and knees so you don’t
miss anything at ground level. Keep anything dangerous, like cleaning supplies, behind locked cupboard doors or stored up high. Tie all electrical cords out of your puppy’s reach. Knickknacks and cell phones can’t be destroyed if they’re kept in drawers or on a high shelf. Keep shoes in a closed closet. If you don’t want something to become a chew toy, prevent your puppy from getting it in the first place. Food smells will attract your puppy, so be sure he can’t get in your trash. Use barricades like baby gates or exercise pens to keep your puppy confined to safe areas or out of unsafe ones. Check the yard for things like poisonous plants, toxic chemicals, yard tools and look for holes or gaps under gates a small puppy could squeeze though. If you are bringing home a new
kitten, much of the above still applies though you have to also look high since kittens climb and jump quite well. To help a kitten or new cat transition, give it a place to hide. Cardboard boxes or sheets draped over chairs make ideal hiding spots when you first bring kitty home. If the kitten or cat does hide, just let it be and let it come out to investigate on its own timeline. Just like dogs you cannot force a new cat to come around on your schedule. Make sure the kitten/cat knows where its litter box is located and place the food and water across the room or in another room as who wants to eat next to their toilet. Keeping new pets confined to limited areas of the house can help greatly in not only housetraining but just keeping them safe as they learn about their new
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home. Don’t worry if your new pet(s) doesn’t eat all that well the first 24-48 hours as they learn new routines. And let your pet get to know you and your family before parading it all over the place as that places even more stress on an animal that might be struggling to feel comfortable in its new home. If your holiday schedule is beyond hectic with parties and activities, perhaps delay bringing in a new pet until after the first of the year when things are calmer, and you have more time to help your new pet become a loved member of your family. Sadly all of our area Shelters will still have many pets in need of new homes after the New Year and every month thereafter so don’t fret if you find it best to wait until after the holidays to add a new pet to your family.
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The commission excused the public from the meeting for an executive session to discuss economic development. Denise Walls with the Lake Martin Area Economic Development Alliance left the discussion after approximately 30 minutes. County administrator Blake Beck and county attorney Thomas Radney were excused shortly after. After one hour in executive session, the commission returned to its regular session and approved amending the budget to appropriate $12,500 to the Lake Martin Area Industrial Development Authority. It also approved supporting a yet named project.
By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer Just how do you get a community healthy? Not only physically fit but menatlly and emotionally fit as well. Former Tallassee High School wrestler Josh Epperson hopes his vision of EPOCH MVMNT grows in Tallassee and beyond. “I want to have an impact on the world,” Epperson said. “My vision is to transform as many lives as possible. In Tallassee it is to transform the lives of this community and improve the well being of those here.” Epperson was successful on the mats for Tallassee High School and went on to wrestle at Newberry College in South Carolina before returning to his roots in 2016. “I was getting burned out in wrestling but enjoyed working out,” Epperson said. “I transitioned from wrestling to working out. I came home and joined a gym. This is what transported me to the fitness industry and kind of kickstarted my coaching career into fitness.” When Epperson returned home he was working and continuing his education in Montgomery. “The only reason I went to college was to wrestle,” Epperson said. “I was getting a business degree. When wrestling ended, I was like, ‘What’s next?’ I had to figure it out.” Epperson joined a CrossFit gym to stay fit, not realizing in 2016 it would lead him to create his own brand in the health and fitness industry. “The owner there asked me what I wanted to do,” Epperson said. “He saw I was encouraging other people, supporting them. He was like, ‘Do you want to own a gym some day?’ I was like ‘Yea.’ That led me down a journey to get where I am now. It was someone asking the question.” Epperson started coaching others while learning more about nutrition. By 2018 Epperson was adding individual coaching while
The Tallapoosa County Commission approved a new member to the Tallapoosa County E911 Board of Communications. It didn’t take the commission long to come to a conclusion at its Monday meeting that Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department dispatcher Kim Cotney should be on the board. “We have a vacancy through the resignation of David McMichale,” Tallapoosa County E911 coordinator Anita Haggerty said. “She has written a letter expressing interest in the position.” Commissioner John McKelvey said the commission would have difficulty in finding someone with Cotney’s experience and expertise in emergency communications to serve on the board.
working for gyms. But Epperson was wanting more. “I wanted to create a brand that has an impact on lives and communities,” Epperson said. “I was like, ‘why not?’” Epperson’s EPOCH MOVMNT has been around for a while, but Nov. 1 he moved into a large loft space above Restoration 49. Now the gym is there and so is Epperson’s bedroom. So far Epperson’s clients have told him the location is perfect. “It’s been great,” Epperson said. “When I announced it, everyone loved it. They sometimes stop to get coffee beforehand or stop to get a protein shake afterwards. They will come down here [to Restoration 49] to hangout and connect.” Epperson is hopeful EPOCH MOVMNT will carry on for years much like the results he hopes to see in his clients. “When they come to our gym they will not only get fit and healthy, but we want to help change their lives for the better,” Epperson said. “The emotional and mental support is just as important as the rest.” Epperson doesn’t believe the quick weight loss diet fades
work, but the results are often unsustainable. The idea of being more than a quick fix is instilled in Epperson’s brand — EPOCH MVMNT “I prayed about it to come up with the name,” Epperson said. “EPOCH is an important event in someone’s life, essentially. MVMNT is change. We want to be the important event that changes someone’s life, for the rest of their lives. Not only are we trying to transform the body but we want the work ethic to carry beyond the gym into their daily lives, their family’s lives and those around them.” Epperson and another coach are currently teaching 45 minutes classes at 5:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 5:20 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays with scheduled personal training sessions. “Anyone can do it regardless of skill level, injuries, it’s customized,” Epperson said. “We all know what we need to eat, what we need to do, it’s more of a matter of having a support system and coaching to keep you motivated.” Epperson can be contacted by phone at 334-415-9342 or EPOCH MVMNT’s Facebook page.
In other action the Tallapoosa County Commission: • Approved minutes of the Nov. 8 meeting. • Approved warrants and purchase orders. • Reminded Tallapoosa County courthouses would be closed Dec. 24 in observance of Christmas and Dec. 31 in observance of New Year’s Day. Tallapoosa County revenue commissioner said her office would accept in person property tax payments Monday, Jan. 3, 2022 without penalty but the postmark deadline is still Dec. 31. • Accepted a bid from Motorola Solutions for a new server at the sheriff’s department. • Approved grants for Pearson Chapel Road. • Approved Family Medical Leave Act leave for three employees. • Authorized letting bids for the sheriff’s department for three vehicles, locks for the Tallapoosa County Jail and an x-ray machine. • Approved an amendment to an agreement with the Alabama Association of County Commissions for help with American Rescue Plan spending. Commissioner T.C. Coley dissented as he did when the commission approved the agreement three months ago. The next meeting of the Tallapoosa County Commission is scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 10, 2022.
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ALL ABOUT IGLOOS! An igloo, or iglu in the Inuit language, means house or dwelling. It can refer to any home or shelter constructed of any type of material; however, in the United States, Igloos are structures that we often associate with extreme cold Winter weather. Many people assume that igloos are made from ice blocks, but they are constructed from bricks of tightly compacted snow which are cut out of the landscape with a snow spade and a knife. People in the Arctic regions used igloos as temporary shelters when traveling, going on hunting expeditions, or in emergency situations. Igloos can hold one person or be large enough to hold as many as 20 people. Generally, most igloos are built for about 4-6 people to use. These domeshaped shelters, when built correctly, are extremely strong and can withstand high winds in a blizzard and even a grown adult standing on top of them. Many skilled builders can construct them in as little as an hour. Snow is a very good insulator, as opposed to ice. It can trap the body heat of the inhabitants inside the igloo. An igloo can become as warm as 60 degrees inside, maybe more with a small fire, even when it is -50 degrees outside. Windows, for light, can be made with blocks of ice. When someone uses an igloo for a few days, the snow inside begins to melt slightly. When the people exit the igloo, the air temperature goes back down, and the melting snow turns to ice. This will make the structure even stronger, although it does diminish some of the insulation. An igloo can be used for up to a month in some cases. The largest igloo ever built was constructed in Zermatt, Switzerland in 2016. It is named the Iglu-Dorf building, and it is 42 feet wide inside and 33 feet tall. The Guinness Book of World Record-holding igloo took 18 people three weeks to construct. This Winter, always remember to never try to build your own igloo!
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he confluence of timing of the great pandemic, U.S. elections, and world events raised a lot of red flags in the minds of many sincere Christians regarding “end times” and Jesus’ return. Similarly, during the days prior to His crucifixion, Jesus’ disciples asked Him, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” The disciples surely sensed imminent world-changing events. Needless to say, the disciples were wrong about what they expected, and were clearly confused and overwhelmed by what did happen. For days in fact they languished as Jesus’ body lay in the tomb. Did they contemplate Jesus’ answers to their questions about His coming or the end of the age? Not likely. Jesus was dead and gone. Until the next
day when arose from the dead. The past two years have been particularly tumultuous in America and around the world. Everyone seems to be wondering why all these things have been happening and when can we get back to the way things were whenever. All “sides” of those battling political and social issues sense the same frustration and predict the same collapse of government and society if “we” cannot stop “them.” Interestingly, Jesus gave His disciples signs they should look for before His return or the end of the age. No one knows the day or the hour except God the Father alone. Nevertheless, Jesus told the disciples the signs they would see before the end came. “And Jesus answered and said to them, ‘See to it that no one misleads you. For many will come in My name,
DANIEL GARDNER Columnist saying ‘I am the Christ,’ and will mislead many. And you will be hearing of wars and rumors of wars; see that you are not frightened, for those things must take place, but that is not yet the end. For nation will rise against nation and kingdom against kingdom, and in various places there will be famines and earthquakes. But all of these things are merely the beginning of birth pangs.’” Matthew 24:4-8 Jesus described turbulent times, but not times so very different from other turbulent times, with the exception of those who would come in Jesus’ name who “will mislead many.” We can all likely agree there’s been a whole lot more “misleading” going on during the last few
years. Thus, Jesus’ admonition to His disciples is more pertinent than ever today: “See to it that no one misleads you.” Wouldn’t it be nice to be capable of recognizing and rejecting those who mislead us? Trust is the biggest casualty today. We don’t trust government, media, scientists, politicians, academia, religion, or anybody else these days due to very good reasons and very bad experiences. Jesus has already come once and accomplished His Father’s will. God promised literally from the beginning He would send One to redeem the world. Now what? We wait again? We hope again? We truly believe the answer to all our worries and trials is in the One Who is coming? Considering all the other alternatives we’ve learned we can’t trust, Jesus is not only our best hope for redemption; Jesus is our only hope! We should consider Jesus’ offer and promises to us the next few weeks. He’s asking us to trust Him alone for our redemption.
Church Briefs Bethlehem East Baptist Church Bethlehem East Baptist Church will have all Sunday school classes beginning at 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning followed by regular service at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary. We will continue with Facebook Live Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. and Worship Service at 11 a.m. Carrville Baptist Church Regular hours of service are Sundays- 9 a.m. Sunday School and 10 a.m. Morning Worship. Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. the church offers Children’s Gospel Project, Youth
Bible Study and Adult Prayer Meeting. Regular office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. East Tallassee United Methodist Church ETUMC’s Rivers Edge Flea Market is now closed. The church will start a new project called Rivers Edge Food Pantry. ETUMC will provide canned food, water, dry beans and rice, blankets, and jackets. If you want to donate or help with the cause, call Joan Wood at 334-312-4913. Episcopal Church
of the Epiphany Please join us for Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Lee Lowery will celebrate the Holy Eucharist. We are asking everyone please to wear a mask. The service will be live streamed on Facebook https:// www.facebook.com/EpiphanyTallassee/ For more information, visit the church website at http://epiphanytallassee.org/ First Presbyterian Church First Presbyterian Church, located at 514 Central Blvd. will host a Veteran’s Day Celebration on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. for all veterans and
first responders and their family members. First United Methodist Church “We are OPEN and everyone is WELCOME! Come worship with us in person Sunday mornings at 8:50 a.m. (contemporary) or 11 a.m. (traditional). Sunday School for all ages is offered Sunday mornings at 10 a.m., and a nursery is available for infants. CHILDREN & YOUTH: meet Sunday evenings from 5-6:30 p.m. and Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15 p.m.; supper is included both days! For more informa-
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Tallassee Churches BAPTIST Bethlehem East 7561 Upper River Road Calvary Baptist Church 293 N Wesson Street Word of Life 501 Sims Avenue Carrville Baptist Church 2436 Notasulga Road East Tallassee Baptist Church 314 Central Boulevard Elam Baptist Church 4686 Notasulga Road First Baptist Church 1279 Friendship Road Flatrock Missionary Baptist Church
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Wind Rain & Fire Ministries International 1201 Gilmer Avenue Vessel Church 84632 Tallassee Highway, Eclectic, AL 36024 God’s Church, Campfire Ministries 209 Barnett Bouelvard Tallassee, AL 36078 The Lord Our Righteousness Center, Inc. 4566 Claud Road Eclectic, AL 36024 Tallassee First Assembly of God 185 Friendship Road, Tallassee, AL 36078
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Tallassee’s Mike Battles leads Tigers to playoffs for first time since 2017 By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor Four weeks into the 2021 Tallassee football season, it looked like the Tigers were about to have the same kind of season they did in each of the last three years. Tallassee was sitting at 1-2 with an 0-1 record in Class 5A, Region 4 after the first four weeks. The Tigers beat rival Reeltown in the season opener, then lost to Wetumpka on a hail mary pass in the second week of the year. After a bye week, Tallassee lost to Sylacuaga, 35-33, to open region play. With his team’s backs against the wall, however, head coach Mike Battles had a ‘Come to Jesus’ meeting with his team. Following that meeting, Tallassee reeled off six straight wins, including five region wins, to finish the regular season 7-2 and 5-1 in region play. The Tigers finished in a three-way tie for the region championship and made the playoffs for the first time since 2017. Because of the team’s success this year, Battles is the 2021 Elmore County Coach of the Year. “This season was a blessing in disguise,” Battles said. “Last year, my son was a senior and we had to forget the Talladega and the Holtville games due to COVID, and that knocked us out of the playoffs. It was devastating. But all you can do nowadays is go right back to
work, and this senior class has been through a lot. They can handle adversity. It was a breath of fresh air to know that guys would still go out there and do what was necessary to have success.” In the team’s ‘Come to Jesus’ meeting, Battles allowed each of the kids say what they wanted and let people get their frustrations out. The team was not playing up to the standard he knew they could play at. They were better than a 1-2 team, and had a chance to be 3-0, and the Tallassee team agreed. They jumped on board, and Battles said the following Monday was an entirely new practice. He saw a newfound excitement, and that’s when he knew his team was special. “This whole season had to do with the guy’s mindset,” Battles said. “It had nothing to do with me or anybody else. They just wanted to have success. They knew we lost two games we shouldn’t have lost, and they decided to start having some fun.” The next Friday night, Tallassee beat Elmore County 48-10 to give the Tigers their first region win of the season. After another open week, Tallassee hit the road for three straight weeks. The Tigers beat Beauregard 357, Talladega 34-0, and Holtville 21-14. The next home game for the
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Tigers was then Central of Clay County, an opponent they lost to last year 33-0. Tallassee went on to win that game against Central Clay 39-28 to finish the region schedule with a 5-1 record and tied for the division championship. “You have to beat them. They’re not going to beat themselves. You have to go in there and block and tackle and just beat them. When we did that, I thought that was a special victory for our seniors. That’s something that they can look back
on because they’re just not an easy team. They don’t lose much. I think that was the victory, for us, that made the year.” Despite being tied for the division championship with a 5-1 record, Tallassee lost a three-way tie breaker and ended up getting the No. 3 seed in the region. The Tigers then hit the road for the first round of the playoffs and lost to Greenville, 32-0. It was the first trip to the playoffs for Tallassee since 2017, and it was the first career trip to the playoffs
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for any member of the Tallassee football team. “I think it was important to these seniors to get the standard back,” Battles said. “At Tallassee, it’s expected to be in the playoffs. We need to be playing Week 11, and we hadn’t done it the last three seasons. I think it was important for these kids to do that. They left their mark. Now when they come back, they can say they’re a team that won a piece of a region championship and got things back to where they were supposed to be.”
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Holtville linebacker Mikey Forney is the 2021 Elmore County Defensive Player of the Year. Forney finished his four-year Holtville career with 427 total tackles.
Holtville’s Forney finishes illustrious career in dominant fashion By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor Holtville senior Mikey Forney has been one of the county’s best tacklers since his freshman season back in 2018, but the star linebacker etched his name into state lore as a senior. Forney wrapped up his Holtville football career last month, and he did so in an impressive way. With his third-consecutive 100+ tackle season, Forney finished his four-year career with 427 total tackles, which ranks 23rd best all time in the state of Alabama. He joins a list with names such as An-
fernee Jennings and CJ Mosley among numerous others. In 2021, Forney recorded 124 total tackles, 95 of which were solo, as well as 7 tackles for loss, 1 sack and 1 interception. For his impressive season and career, Forney has been named the 2021 Elmore County Defensive Player of the Year. “Mikey just always did whatever it took for the team to be successful,” Holtville coach Jason Franklin said. “It’s never been about him. He’s not a kid who goes around bragging about being Top 25 all time in tackles. There’s probably only a See DEFENSIVE, Page B3
Jalyn Daniels played a multitude of roles for the Tallassee football team this season, but the results stayed the same the entire year. Daniels, the senior running back for Tallassee, finished his career with another impressive statistical season. The speedster finished the year with 216 carries for 1,396 yards and 19 touchdowns. He did that while playing multiple positions. He played the majority of the season at running back, CLIFF WILLIAMS | THE TRIBUNE but also played the team’s wildcat quarterback, slot Tallassee’s Jalyn Daniels is the 2021 Elmore County Offensive receiver, and played the Player of the Year after rushing for 1,396 yards and 19 touchteam’s full-time quarter- downs. back when starter Tyler Ellis had to miss a game. Because of his season and what he meant to his team, Daniels is the 2021 Elmore • EDGING County Offensive Player of • TRIMMING the Year. • WEED EATING “This is the best way I can • PINE STRAW put it right here. BasicalFREE ESTIMATES! ly, there were some games where we put everything (334) 309-4422
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The 2021 Elmore County football season finished earlier than usual this season, with no teams making it past the first round of their respective playoffs. But despite the shorter than usual season, there were no shortage of highlights and star players this season. The 2021 All-Elmore County Football team is headlined by Offensive Player of the Year Jalyn Daniels, Defensive Player of the Year Mikey Forney, and Coach of the Year Mike Battles. Daniels, a senior running back for Tallassee, had 216 carries for 1,396 rushing yards and 19 touchdowns. Forney, a senior linebacker for Holtville, had 124 tackles and finished his career 23rd all time in tackles in the state of Alabama. Here’s the 2021 All-Elmore County Football Team.
Jones anchored the Wildcats’ offense for the entire year, and he ended the season grading out at 87 percent. He was selected for the AISA All-Star game where he won the East’s Most Valuable Offensive Lineman.
QB: Austin Champion, Edgewood junior
In his first year leading the Edgewood offense, Champion found plenty of success both through the air and on the ground. He completed 143 of his 271 pass attempts for 2,215 yards, 28 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. He added 184 yards and 4 touchdowns rushing.
OL: Colton Jones, Edgewood senior
OL: Jacob Reeves, Stanhope senior
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Stanhope Elmore running back Antonio Trone carries a punt at the football game between Benjamin Russell and Stanhope Elmore on Friday, Sept. 4, 2021.
county’s biggest workhorse this season, averaging over 150 yards per game. He finished his junior campaign with 139 carries for 1,546 yards (11.1 yards per rush) while scoring 17 touchdowns.
RB: Quinn Wilson, Wetumpka senior
Wilson was one part of the Indians’ two-headed rushing attack, and he thrived in the position this year. The 6-foot, 210 pound running back rushed 95 times for 606 yards and 4 touchdowns. In the passing game, he had 13 receptions for 256 yards and 2 touchdowns.
RB: Antonio Trone, Stanhope junior RB: Shawn Brackett, HoltTrone was arguably the ville junior
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Brackett, in his first full season as the main starter, showed why he can excel in that role. He finished the year with 174 carries for 854 yards (4.9 yards per rush) and 10 touchdowns. He also caught 20 passes for 247 yards and one touchdown.
WR: Trevor Rodie, Edgewood senior
The senior receiver broke out in a big way this season and put up receiving numbers like Edgewood coach Chad Michael had never seen before. He finished they year with 63 catches for 1,146 yards and 17 touchdowns.
WR: Jackson Thomas, Stanhope junior
Thomas, in his second year as a starter, broke out in a big way as a junior. He led the Stanhope passing attack with 44 catches for 602 yards and three touchdowns in only seven games. He also added 7 rushes for 61 yards and a touchdown.
WR: John Williamson, Holtville senior
Williamson, in his senior year, had one of the area’s biggest breakout seasons. The two-way player had 35 receptions for 521 yards and three touchdowns on offense, and he added two interceptions as a defensive back.
TE: P. J. Merkerson, Wetumpka senior
Merkerson showcased all season that he can be effective both as a pass catcher and a blocker. Through the air, he finished with six catches for 118 yards and three touchdowns, nearly a 20 yards per catch average.
ATH: Payton Stephenson, Elmore County junior
Stephenson, in his second season as starting quarterback, proved why he was one of the biggest dual threat players around. He passed for 1,048 yards on the year and added 1,104 rushing yards on 198 car-
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Stanhope’s top offensive lineman finished his career with yet another impressive campaign, and he helped lead a very strong Stanhope rushing attack this year. He recorded a team-leading 37 pancake blocks while grading out at 88 percent.
LB: Justin Crumbaugh, Wetumpka junior
Crumbaugh turned in another impressive campaign this year to lead Wetumpka’s dominant defense. The 6-foot-1, 225-pound linebacker recorded 94 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 2 quarterback hurries and 1 interception.
LB: Fred Bass, Stanhope senior
As a first-year starter this year, Talley helped dominate the left side of Holtville’s offensive line. Talley powered a strong Holtville rushing attack as he graded out at 88 percent on the season.
OL: Jawon McCurty, Tallassee senior
LB: Dylan Price, Wetumpka senior
OL: Jacobie Jenkins, Wetumpka junior
LB: Zavion Carr, Tallassee senior
OL: Lane Talley, Holtville junior
McCurty finished his Tallassee career with a stellar junior campaign where he headlined a potent rushing attack from the Tigers. In 10 games, he graded out at 84 percent and also played on the defensive line, where he recorded 17 tackles.
Jenkins is a large body at 6-foot-3 and 280 pounds, and he showed his strength this season in the passing game. In 167 passing plays, Jenkins allowed only three sacks while he recorded 22 pancake blocks and graded out at 82 percent.
DL: Cooper Mann, Holtville senior
Price had one of the best overall defensive seasons of any player in the county, and he showcased his versatility by recording 65 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, 11 quarterback hurries, 1 interception and 1 forced fumble.
Carr headlined the Tallassee defensive unit which held six of their 11 opponents to 18 points or less. Carr was the leading tackler out of the Tigers’ linebackers and finished the season with 62 tackles and 2 sacks.
DB: Patrick Williams, Stanhope senior
Mann highlighted a strong Holtville front, recording 51 tackles, 9 tackles for loss and 8 sacks. He also intercepted two passes, recovered one fumble and defended one pass.
Week in and week out, Williams put opposing receivers in jail. The senior cornerback finished his Stanhope career by recording 52 tackles, 4 tackles for loss and a county-high 6 interceptions.
DL: Steven Nolen, Wetumpka senior
DB: Tre Seabon, Wetumpka senior
DL: Caleb Foster, Stanhope senior
DB: Jashawn Mays, Stanhope junior
Nolen is one of the biggest players in the area at 6-foot3 and 305 pounds, and he used that size to stuff the run all season long at defensive tackle. The senior finished the year with 50 total tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 1 sack and 4 quarterback hurries.
Foster joined a long list of dominant Stanhope defensive lineman this year. The 6-foot-4, 270-pound defensive end was nearly unblockable as he recorded 80 tackles, 23 tackles for loss, 6 sacks and 3 forced fumbles.
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May, at 6-foot-4 and 230 pounds, used his long frame to his advantage this year. In only 10 games played, the defensive end recorded 68 tackles, 5 tackles for loss and 5 sacks.
Bass, in his final season as a Mustang, was all over the field in every game he played in. The star linebacker finished the year with 77 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, 1 sack and 1 interception. He also forced two fumbles, blocked a kick and scored one defensive touchdown.
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DL: Jordan May, Tallassee senior
Seabon took a new role with the Wetumpka defense this year and played a hybrid role between outside linebacker and safety. He showcased both the ability to tackle and the ability to cover by recording 40 tackles, 2 interceptions and 1 pass breakup.
Mays only played in eight games this year, but his presence was instantly felt when he was playing. The junior safety finished the season with 42 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 interception and 1 forced fumble.
DB: Avery Thomas, Wetumpka senior
Thomas is one of the most skilled defensive backs in not only the county but also the state. This year, he recorded 30 tackles, 2 interceptions, 6 pass breakups and 1 forced fumble. He recently played in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star game.
K: Alex Londell, Wetumpka senior
Londell proved this season to be one of the area’s most consistent kickers. Over the course of the season, he made 18 of his 21 point after touchdown attempts, good for an 86 percent rate of success.
P: Cooper Mann, Holtville senior
Mann was extremely effective nearly every single punt he kicked this season. He had 40 punts for an average of 37.6 yards per attempt, and he downed 20 of his 40 punts inside the 20yard line. His longest punt of the season went 69 yards. HONORABLE MENTION: Edgewood Academy OL/DL Bryson Boone, Jr., LB JT Brazell, Sr., OL Jake Allison, Sr., DB Gabe LeMaster, So.; Elmore County RB/DB CJ Wilkes, So., LB Jackson Mann, Fr., OL Myles Eyerly, So.; Holtville OL Ethan Alston, Jr., QB Tanner Potts, Jr., WR Dalton Yarroch, Sr., DE Kei Webb, Jr.; Stanhope Elmore DT Jaquize Buycks Sr., LB Orenthal Martin, So., DE Darrion Clemons, Sr., QB Jacob Bryant, So.; Tallassee LB Marciano Smith, Sr., QB Tyler Ellis, Jr., WR Ziggy Holloway, So., OL Logan Thompkins, Sr., OL Max Moore, Sr.; Wetumpka RB Stone Minnifield, Sr., QB Nate Rogers, So., WR Quashawn Wright, Jr., P Logan Weighall, Jr., DE Ronald Harris, Jr., LB Lamarius Jackson, Sr., DB Kadarius Brown, Jr.
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Special Teams Star – John Williamson, Holtville Dual Threat – Payton Stephenson, Elmore County; Nate Rogers, Wetumpka Clutch Moment – Jackson Thomas game-winning catch versus Eufaula Big Play Threat – Jalyn Daniels, Tallassee Toughest – Colton Jones, Edgewood Academy Physical Monsters – Caleb Foster, Stanhope; Jaquize Buycks, Stanhope; Tre Seabon, Wetumpka Takeaway Machine – Patrick Williams, Stanhope Newcomer of the Year – CJ Wilkes, Elmore County Glue Player – Mikey Forney, Holtville Deep Ball Receiver – Trevor Rodie, Edgewood Academy Best Game – Wetumpka 18, Tallassee 14
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Tallassee’s Macey Stewart wins the 1A/5A 100 Backstroke.
Tallassee sophomore Macey Stewart wins two swimming state championships By DALTON MIDDLETON Sports Editor Tallassee sophomore Macey Stewart added two more trophies to her already impressive resume last weekend. Stewart, a swimmer, won two state championships in swimming this year. Her two individual state championships now give her five state titles over the last three years after winning her first as an eighth grader and two championships both as a freshman and sophomore. In individual races last week, she won the AHSAA Class 1A-5A 100-meter freestyle with a time of 51.27, and she won her second state championship of the day in the 100 backstroke with a time of 55.75. Her 55.75 in the 100 backstroke broke the AHSAA record. Both of her times were the fastest times in the state, regardless of classification. “She did exceptionally well,” Tallassee swimming coach John Mask said. “Only one word describes
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on Jalyn’s back and he still delivered,” Tallassee coach Mike Battles said. “He is an exceptional athlete. I’ve had a bunch of them, but Jalyn is a guy who likes competition. All you have to do is tell him ‘No, you can’t’ and you’ll find out really quickly that he can.” Daniels’ season this year started with quite the bang. Ellis was out for the Tigers’ season opener against Reeltown, a rivalry game that Tallassee hadn’t won since 1999. With Ellis out, Battles put Daniels at quarter-
watching her swim and that’s effortless. It doesn’t even look like she’s going really hard. It’s effortless. When she swims, it looks like she isn’t even trying hard and she’s still blowing people away. She’s really smooth and always under control. She has every attribute you could want.” Not only did Stewart excel in the individual competitions, but she also helped lead the girls team to an eighth-place finish in Class 1A5A. She competed in two team relay races. In the 200 medley relay, Stewart along with Ivy Davis, Lilly Haynes, Allison Johnson and Valerie Johnson placed fifth in the state. In the 400 freestyle relay, Stewart, Davis, Valerie Johnson and Allison Johnson placed fourth in the state. In the boys individual races, Camden Mask, coach Mask’s son, won a bronze medal for his performance in the 100 breaststroke. He finished with a time of 1:04.88. “I was just tickled to see him
back, and Daniels had one of the best games of his career. Reeltown had no answer for the speedy runner, and Daniels finished the game with 314 rushing yards and three touchdowns. He played at quarterback for every play except for two, and Tallassee beat Reeltown 34-13. That sparked his season, and he continued to run wild week after week. In a two-point loss to Sylacuaga early in the year he rushed for 239 yards and three touchdowns. A week later, he added four touchdowns against rival Elmore County for the team’s first division win of the season. “We had to have him make
place,” Mask said. “He loves the breaststroke. That’s his favorite stroke and he was seeded third entering the state meet, and that’s where he finished. He’s very talented and he’s great at the breaststroke.” Mask also competed in the team competition, and Tallassee’s boys finished seventh overall in Class 1A5A. In the 200 medley relay, the boys team of Mask, Chase Webster, Adam Aldridge and Corbin Grover finished in sixth place. The same team of four also finished in sixth place in the 400 freestyle relay. Webster also completed in an individual competition and placed eighth in the state in the 50 freestyle with a time of 25.65. “We are so proud of every member of our swim team,” Mask said. “All 19 members of this year’s team played a role in our success. We would like to thank the administration, city and parents for all of their help in making this our best season yet.”
plays, and he makes a lot of those plays that others can’t,” Battles said. “You see that when you watch him. He does things that other people can’t, and that’s what makes him special. He runs good inside, but where he’s most dangerous is on the edge and he has a chance to cut. He’s a slashing runner. He can turn on a dime.” Daniels jumped onto the scene as a sophomore in a game against Wetumpka. Daniels entered the game in the second half and nearly ran for 200 yards in two quarters, per Battles. That’s what ignited the speedster’s career, and he saw it come to life in his junior season. In only
handful of folks who know that. He’s just going to do what he’s supposed to do, how he’s supposed to and when he’s supposed to. Throughout a coaching career, you’re only blessed to coach a few guys like Mikey. I’ve been privileged and fortunate enough to coach him and it’s been a blessing.” It was pretty clear from the start of his career that Forney was a generational talent. Forney started earning his first starts as early as his freshman year. That season, he recorded 61 tackles in 11 games, good for 5.5 tackles per game. He has never been under 100 tackles in a season since then. As a sophomore, Forney recorded 110 tackles in 11 games, then recorded a career-high 132 in 10 games as a junior last season. Forney is always around the ball. Whether opposing teams are running the ball or passing, he is seemingly there on every play ready to make the tackle. How does he find himself near the ball every play? Well it starts with being a student of the game and studying opposing teams for countless hours every week. “Of course, you practice probably three hours every day with your team, so you see whatever plays the opposing teams are running unfold over and over again,” Forney said. “You see ‘Okay, they’re good at this and they like doing this.’ Then you go and watch film for three hours and you see who their key player is and you see certain things that their guards or tackles are doing on certain plays. You just look for small things that can give you ideas of what is going to happen on every play, and use that to your advantage on Friday night.” Forney’s already long preparation days got longer this season as Franklin asked him to play some on the offensive side of the ball, both because of his skills but also because of the team’s needs. He played multiple positions on offense, including tight end, running back and even offensive line. He found success in all of his positions on that side of the ball, and finished the year with three catches for 26 yards and a touchdown and five carries for 40 yards. In one game this season, Holtville was hit pretty hard with COVID-19 and needed players to step up and play on the offensive line. So what did Forney do? He wore two jerseys on the night, and switched them out every time his team switched sides of the ball. He played every snap that night, both at linebacker on defense and center on offense. He showed that night just what it meant to be the ultimate team player. “That’s just the competitive edge I have,” Forney said. “I don’t like to be bad at anything. When we had some guys get hurt or get sent out, coach said we needed people to step up. And I can’t teach people how to be leaders if I’m not willing to step up. So I felt like it was my job to step up and play those roles when we needed them.”
seven games, Daniels rushed for 1,041 yards and 14 touchdowns on only 104 carries. In his biggest game of the year, and his career, he rushed for 372 yards and five touchdowns against Elmore County. Following his junior season, he knew he’d be able to play college football. With everyone knowing about him and knowing what he can do this year, he still managed to put up a career high in rushing yards, carries and touchdowns as he helped lead Tallassee to the playoffs for the first time since 2017. “Jalyn is humble kid, but I think he really saw that he had a chance
to play at the next level last year,” Battles said. “Then he did his best in the offseason to get himself prepared to do it. That’s what he’s done and he deserves everything he’s going to get.” Daniels had six Division I offers entering his senior year, and he had an offseason where he really impressed collegiate scouts. Battles clocked him running a 4.37 40-yard dash, and then he was clocked running a 4.38 at a Samford camp. That put him on the radar, and now the nearly 3,000-yard career rusher will have the chance to play at the next level. Daniels is currently committed to play at North Alabama.
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