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Reeltown 20-year reunion honors past, present By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

People came from miles around Saturday as Reeltown High School graduates gathered in the original auditorium, which is now part of the Reeltown Elementary School to honor past students, facility and staff enjoyed good times and great company at the 2016 Reeltown 20-Year Reunion.

The 2016 Reunion began with a meet and greet at 10a.m. and the halls of RHS were quickly filled with happy voices renewing friendships of years past. “Assembly” met in the original auditorium at 11 a.m. with the pledge to the American flag, prayer by Jimmie Benson, Class of 1962, followed by a moment of silence in memory of those who have passed. A memorial list was available and listed

Betty Ledbetter Evers, a graduate of Reeltown, Tommy King and Pete Cottle. Administrators were also honored during the reunion. Tom Cochran, principal, Joe Windle, Tallapoosa County Superintendent of Education and a 1962 graduate of Reeltown High School, and the Bear Bryant of Reeltown, former Coach Duane Webster, were See REUNION • Page 3

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Billy Dean Welch looks at the memory board during Saturday’s 20 year reunion. Welch is 1959 Reeltown High School graduate.

Bike for Life takes off in Tallassee By CARMEN RODGERS Staff WRiter

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Bill Garnett and Jimmy K. Lanier stand behind years of trash and debris that has been illegally dumped into the ravine that will soon be part of the new Alabama Forever Wild hiking trails that will follow the old Highline and Lowline Railroad bed.

CLEARING THE WAY Lanier and crew work towards new trail construction

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Jimmy K. Lanier is at it again, cleaning and clearing land for hikers to enjoy. Lanier and a crew of five men are working hard to clear the walking paths for the Forever Wild trails that will follow the majority of the length of Gold Mine Road where the Highline and

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Lowline Railroad, which carried needed materials during the construction of Martin Dam, once ran. The railroad system was the most effective and efficient method of carrying the heavy supplies needed to construct the massive dam. The train tracks made a loop down to the dam. This loop included a total of seven bridges. Today, however, there are no signs of these bridges. This is

why the Hiking Association plans on building a suspension bridge for hikers to cross at the exact location where the railroad trestle once stood. “This suspension bridge will be longest suspension bridge this side of the Mississippi,” said Lanier. The total stretch of the suspension bridge will span well over the length of a football field. See TRAIL • Page 3

Carnival to benefit Tallassee Firefighters By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

Anyone who lived in Tallassee during the eighties remembers the carnival next to the rec center that came to town every year. It was a popular attraction in a city with little entertainment venues. This is why the Tallassee Firefighters along with J and J’s Magic Midway brought this tradition back to town. The carnival will be in town from April 20-23. Wednesday and Thursday the midway will open at 6 p.m. and close at 10 p.m. Saturday the midway will open at 4 p.m. and remain open until the fun comes to an end.

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Tallassee Hardee’s raises more than $2600 to battle MDA STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

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Tallassee Firefighters along with J and J’s Magic Midway present the carnival from April 20-23. Wednesday and Thursday gates will open at 6 p.m. and close at 10 p.m. Saturday gates will open at 4 p.m.

The carnival is also a fundraiser for the Tallassee Fire Department.

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Jamelle Jelks has been the coordinator for the Tallassee recreation Center for the past 20 years. Throughout the years he has coordinated several events, but the Bike For Life is a new event and also personal to him. Jelks’ brother-inlaw was diagnosed with cancer and it is expected to take his life. This is what moved Jelks to action. “I hope to bring awareness to cancer and raise funds for those affected by cancer.” The event began at Southside Middle School. Registration ran until 7:30 a.m. and the ride began at 8 a.m. Riders followed Highway 299 for a total of 8 miles. “10 riders, we raised over $100

The Muscular Dystrophy Association of South Alabama announced today that its 2016 MDA Shamrocks fundraising program raised over $2600 to help free kids and adults from the harm of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases. From February through March 17th, local grocery stores, convenience stores and restaurants participated in the nation’s largest St. Patrick’s Day fundraising program in which customers purchased an iconic paper MDA Shamrock (pinup) for just a $1, $5 or a larger contribution at checkout. Each Shamrock was signed by generous customers and prominently displayed in each store, symbolizing strength, independence and life for MDA families in the community. “Once again, Tallassee Hardee’s and their See HARDEES • Page 7

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Obituaries Mandy McArthur Emfinger

Mandy McArthur Emfinger, a resident of Waukesha, Wisconsin, and former resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at the age of 36. She was born April 12, 1979. The family will receive friends Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Tallassee, Alabama, followed by memorial service at 2:00 p.m. Private burial will follow in Union United Methodist Cemetery. Mandy is survived by her parents, Mac McArthur and Cindy Joy (Jamie) Crawford; daughters, Elizabeth Emfinger and Rachel Crawford; sister, Meghan McArthur (David) Bonifay; significant other, Keith Grant; grandparents, Mary Jane McArthur, Danny (Pops) and Jerlene (Nanny) Hall, Jerry C. and Emma Golden; niece, Madison Webster and nephews, Chase Webster and Collins Bonifay; aunts, Gail (Philippe) Miceli and Wendy (John) Ricci and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Earl C. (Big Mac) McArthur. In lieu of flowers donations are

requested to First Baptist Church or Teen Challenge Treatment Centers. Online condolences at cindyjoycrawford@yahoo. com

Betty Evers

Betty Janet Ledbetter Evers, age 86, of Reeltown, Alabama, went to meet her Savior on April 13, 2016. She was born August 12, 1929. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church of Reeltown, Alabama, on Sunday, April 17, 2016. Visitation and viewing will occur at 2 p.m. with the funeral service following at 3 p.m. with Rev. Tim Smith and Rev. Ron Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Reeltown Cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral Home directing. Survivors include her son, John David Evers, his wife Karen; daughter-in-law Brenda Fralic; grandchildren, David Evers, Elizabeth Easterling (Drew) and Sarah Evers; great granddaughters, Kayleigh and Emma Kate. She is preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Charles Evers; her son, Charles Andrew Fralic; and parents, John Dorsey Ledbetter and Eva Levis Adell Ledbetter. During her

To Pashen Davanna Cartwright on her 16th birthday Well that is it folks,

my Punk will be sixteen

Another one on the road,

I think that’s kinda keen.

She’s been a busy girl this past year, being a majorette and all, Football season is the best and we all love the Fall.

She made Divas in the Show Choir and she was busy as a bee, Going to diŊerent cities to sing and perform, was exciting for her PawPaw and me.

She even went to Nashville, and the Ànals they Ànally made, All that work paid oŊ for them and those Diva’s made the grade.

Punk got a car this year, a Camero and its red,

Just hope when she drives it, her foot won’t be like lead. Praying for safety as she travels this year,

cause I know how dangerous the roads can be. But her mom and dad have taught her well and maybe a little help from me.

Punk went to the Prom this time, Gregory was her date, They looked so good together and he got her home on time, not late.

She was all dressed up and looked so pretty in her dress, A lot of pictures were taken, better more than less.

Yes my Punk is growing up fast and I hope we never loose touch, Cause she is my only grandchild and I love her so much.

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career, Mrs. Evers served as Executive Assistant to the City Manager, Charlotte, North Carolina; Executive Secretary, Auburn University Experiment Station and finally Secretary to the Dean, Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. However, her greatest joy was working with the Girls in Action and Women’s Missions Union at First Baptist Church in Reeltown. The Evers family requests in lieu of flowers that contributions be made to First Baptist Church of Reeltown, Missions Ministry. Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama

Mr. Williams Gaither

Mr. William “Billy” Gaither, 75, of Tallassee, passed away April 14, 2016. He was born July 15, 1940. Visitation was Monday, April 18, from 12-2 p.m., funeral service at 2 p.m. at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Rev. Faron Golden and Rev. Jason Hamilton officiating and burial at Rose Hill Cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral Home directing. He is survived by his wife, Linda Gaither. He is preceded in death by brothers, Ernest Gaither and John Gaither and sister, Myrtice Gaither. Billy was a faithful member of Bethlehem East Baptist Church. He always had a kind word for everyone and will be greatly missed. Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama

Fred Dozier, Jr.

Mr. Fred Dozier, Jr., a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the age of 85. Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. from Jeffcoat Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Isaac Kervin officiating. Burial will follow in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing. Mr. Dozier is survived by his sisters, Martha Wyatt (Jimmy), Mayomie Leverett (Eugene), Alice Spano (Ken) and Connie Smith (Lonnie); several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Fred, Sr. and Willie Dozier and his sister, Esther Brady. The family will receive friends also Tuesday, April 19th, from 1:30 p.m. until service time at Jeffcoat

Funeral Home. Mr. Dozier was an avid outdoorsman, a true man’s man. He loved his family and his bass fishing. Online condolences are available at: www.jeffcoatfuneralhome.com. Jeffcoat Funeral Home Directing Tallassee, Alabama

Tommy King

Tommy Earl King, 69, of Notasulga, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 14, 2016. Tommy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. Tommy has been a lifelong resident of Liberty City and business owner of Tommy King Pecan Company. He was a giving, generous man who was loved and respected by all. Mr. King is survived by his wife Rosemary King; his children Tommy Lee (Andrea) King, Richard (Lisa) King, and Pam (Shawn) Freeman; his grandchildren Drew (Chelsea) King, Devan (Austin) Barnett, Destin King, Dusty King, Donavan Freeman, Jessica Freeman, Emily King, Paige King, and Beth Ann King; and his greatgrandchild Asher King. He was preceded in death by his parents Elvin and Willie Ruth King and his son John Allen King. Funeral services will be Sunday, April 17, 2016, at Liberty United Methodist Church at 2:00 P.M. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Liberty United Methodist Church from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Pallbearers will be Drew King, Destin King, Donavan Freeman, Austin Barnett, Mike Johnson and Marcus Mayton. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Brandon Johnson and the Cancer Center of East Alabama employees, East Alabama Medical Center, Lake Martin Hospice, family and friends for their care. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org. Send condolences atwww. corbittsfuneralhome.com.

Robert Haynes Wright

Mr. Robert Haynes Wright, 92, of Tallassee, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016. He was born December 14, 1923. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 19, 2016 starting at 12 noon at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. with Rev. Derek Gentle officiating. Burial will be at Rose

Hill Cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral Home directing. Robert is preceded in death by his parents, six brothers and sisters, and his wife, Ellen Boyett Wright. Survivors include his children, Gail Moseley (William) of Tallassee, Alabama; Larry Wright of Tallassee, Alabama; and Denise Sweeney of Atlanta, Georgia; grandchildren, James Sweeney of Dallas, Texas; Blake Wright of Columbus, Mississippi; Elizabeth Moseley of Tallassee, Alabama; and David Wright of Wetumpka, Alabama. Robert was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, and was a retired supervisor for Alabama Power Company. Online condolences at www.linvillememorial.com Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama

Harold Cottle, Jr

Mr. Harold Bruce “Pete” Cottle, Jr., a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016, at the age of 74. Funeral services will be Sunday, April 17, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. from First Baptist Church, Tallassee, with Rev. Derek Gentle officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery, Jeffcoat Funeral Home directing. Pete leaves behind his loving family; his wife of 53 years, Nancy Brown Cottle; two daughters, Donna Fomby (Mark) and Christina Baker (Jeff); seven grandchildren, Megan Salter (Richard), Marci Cannon (Chris), Kaylyn Coan (Rush), Lara Katherine Fomby, Drew, Jake and Andy Baker; four great grandchildren, Alana, Brody, Braelyn and Lyndie Salter; two brothers, William T. “Bill” Cottle (Brenda) and Robert L. “Bob” Cottle (Cathy); several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Saturday afternoon, April 16, 2016, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Tallassee, where Pete was a lifelong member. He wrote the Dirty Digs column for the Tallassee Tribune for 32 years. He was also the host of the “What’s Going On” radio show at WACQ in Tallassee for 22 years. Online condolences are available at: www.jeffcoatfuneralhome.com. Jeffcoat Funeral Home Directing Tallassee, Alabama

Audie Hathcock

Mrs. Audie Hathcock, 84, of Tallassee, passed away April 12, 2016. She was born May 3, 1931. Visitation will be Saturday, April 16, from 12 noon until funeral service time of 2 p.m. at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Rev. Bill Perryman will officiate and burial will follow at Mann Cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral Home directing. She is survived by her sons, Don Hathcock (Jeanie Young), David Hathcock, Anthony Hathcock (Wendy) and Angelo Hathcock; daughter, Jean Morrison (Lum); grandchildren, Kim Baker, Kristi Morrison, Michael Hathcock (Katee), Kimberly Morales, Jessica Hathcock, Eddie Hathcock (Stephanie), Scott Hathcock (Amanda), Kenneth Hathcock, Cindy Graves (Simon), Selena Hathcock, Danny Hathcock (Libby), Alyssa Walden (Troy), Alanna Hathcock, Ashlynne Hathcock and Angela Hathcock; and thirteen great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, David “Edd” Hathcock; brothers, Urban Mann, Delaney Mann and Benoit Mann; sisters, Mardean Lee and Cyrena Morrison; and granddaughter, Ashley Robertson. Online condolences at www.linvillememorial.com. Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama

Richard Haynie

Mr. Richard “Rick” Haynie, 65, of Tallassee, passed away April 12, 2016. He was born October 2, 1950. Visitation will be Saturday, April 16, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. service time at Providence Primitive Baptist Church with Rev. David Kelley officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral Home directing. He is survived by his mother, Joyce Huffman; sons, Aubrey Haynie, Blakley Haynie (Sarah) and Albert Day (Chrystal); daughter, Anna Day; sister, Tonia Guthrie; granddaughter, Aria Haynie; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Rick was a Scottsman to the heart and he loved to play Scottish music. He worked as a father, pilot, fireman, police deputy and lastly his favorite job with Touch of Class Limosine as a chauffeur. He was a beacon of knowledge and a role model for his family. He passed away doing what he loved and he will be remembered as a hardworking hero to those who knew him. Online condolences at www.linvillememorial.com. Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama

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Reunion recognized. The group was honored to be introduced to the new coach of the Reeltown Rebels, Matt Johnson, and welcome him to the family. Hannah Zimmer, who hit a home run playing with the RHS girls softball team Friday night, was the soloist with the Reel Jazz Band singing “Summertime” and “You Got a Friend In Me.” The RHS Jazz Band also played “Moon Dance” and the favorite “In the Mood.”

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Reeltown is proud to have the excellent Tyler Strickland as band director. Donations were received toward new RHS band uniforms totaling $1,111. “All donations are greatly appreciated,” said Carol Ann Lynn, who led the assembly. Donations can also be sent to the school for new band uniforms. “Several classes dined at local restaurants or met at a home of a classmate to continue reminiscing and

enjoying memories while making new memories after the reunion,” Lynn said. A few took their brown bag lunch to the school cafeteria for a time of laughter and chatter. Some out of town classmates attending were Lester and Margie Carter, Keith Nix and, from Florida, Ken Baker. There were 2 members of the Class of 1952 present, Lula Robinson and Joann Burton, who celebrated 64 years. The Class of 1966

Carnival This is the third annual J and J Magic Midway carnival and the proceeds from the past two carnivals help purchase needed gear for the fire department. “The first year wasn’t that good because of weather and location, but that we have put it back at the rec center last year was good for us. We were able to buy some equipment that needed with it.” There will be something for everyone to enjoy at the carnival this year. “Rides, games and food,” Jones

said. The Tallassee Fire Department strongly encourages everyone to attend this year’s carnival to support the fire department and have fun at the same time. “We want people to come out and ride as much as they can, because the more they ride, the more it supports us. We are glad to able to support something that provides some sort of entertainment for everyone in town.”

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2014. Carol Lynn became chairman in 2014.

It is these deep gorges, which the Highline and Lowline Railroad once traveled over to reach the base of the dam, that Lanier and his crew are cleaning out. For years people have dumped trash and other unwanted items into the gorge that feeds directly into a stream, which runs directly into the Tallapoosa River. “There is trash down there that is probably 70 years old.” Lanier said. “We pulled old oil cans,

tires…. we even pulled a jet ski out of it.” Measures have been taken to stop this problem of illegal dumping of trash and other debris. There is now 24-hour electronic surveillance in the area watching for anyone dumping rubbish. There is a hefty fine for illegally dumping trash and Alabama Power intends to prosecute anyone found illegally discarding waste. Lanier believes this construction will not only rec-

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Bike for Relay for Life,” said Rick Golden, director of the Tallassee Recreation Center. “This was about bike to beat cancer and we’ll be able to make the donation to the Tallassee Relay for Life. With this the first annual Bike for Life, the hope is interest in the event will only continue to flourish in the years to come. “This is the first year and hopefully we’ll make it grow from here on out,” Golden said. This is the second event hosted by the Tallassee Recreation Department to benefit local charities. “In February we do another fundraiser for the Heart Association because February is Heart Month and we thought we’d do something for cancer so we decided to hold a bike ride,” Golden said. As for the turn out and participation, “I’m pleased with it,” he said. “I appreciate everybody that rode. It was because of their riding that we can donate to Relay for Life. I also want to thank Subway, they donated a platter for us and we appreciate that.”

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a charity to support, if he was able to come to town,” said Travis Jones, Fire Chief of the Tallassee Fire Department. “We said yes, we would love to, so we are the chosen charity that he supports when he comes to town.” Years ago this was an annual event that Tallassee an neighboring communities looked forward to every year. Then one year the carnival stopped coming to town. “The carnival was here for years, then it just stopped. I’m not sure why or how,” Jones said.

Today, nothing remains of the railroad system except the raised path where tracks once rested. While nature has overtaken the old railway path, it remains clear enough to see and travel by foot. This is exactly why Lanier decided to work with Alabama Power and Forever Wild to restore the path to walking condition. In order to do this, bridges must be constructed to overpass the deep gorges that surround the area.

celebrated 50 years. “This was a very enjoyable day and great reunion. Everyone present enjoyed the event and looks forward to 2018,” Lynn said. The reunion began with a vision of Mary Jo Hammonds Davis as chairman, who created a committee and planned the first RHS Reunion of the classes of 1950 - 1959 in 2006. This reunion ignited interest and has included the classes of 1950-1970 over

tify years of abuse to the land, it will also add to recreation and for locals and bring in much needed revenue for Tallassee, Eclectic and surrounding areas and, perhaps, even offer a lesson in history. Using the old train route, the trail will offer a glimpse into how Martin Dam came to fruition because without the Highline and Lowline Railroads, the task would have been insurmountable.

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In praise of conscientious hometown commentators M

y favorite memory of former “Dirty Digs” contributor Pete Cottle involved an incident from his radio show’s trivia contest, which was a daily facet of an early morning, Tallassee-centric program he hosted for many years on a local station. The prize was always breakfast at a local fast food restaurant. One morning, his question was about space history, a favorite interest of mine. “There were originally seven Mercury astronauts,” Pete intoned. “Name three of them.” “I’ll name all seven of ‘em in the order they went up,” I said, when my call got through first. “I’ll give you the names of their respective spacecraft, and the duration of each respective flight. And if I get all of ‘em right, not only will you owe me breakfast, I want lunch or dinner at the Hotel (Talisi), too.” “Okay, as long as it’s Thursday for lunch,” the host wisecracked. That was the day and time Pete’s civic club met. And Cottle never settled up with me, but that’s okay. The Tribune’s “Dirty Digs” column had been a mainstay for many decades, having been founded by Tallassee Mills legend W.G. Eubanks in 1929. When Pete, who had worked at the Mill himself,

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just don’t care nothing about online banking. They can kiss my foot!” said a very agitated Husky Kirkwood. “I’ll just put my money a tin can.” I had lunch Friday in Chambers County at The Boxcar in the bustling community of Sturkie. The fried catfish and hushpuppies were really good, but the conversation was even better. Husky, a 93 year old WWII veteran and local legend is a hoot. Throw in another WWII veteran, and legend in his own right, 90 year old Earl Sumners, 62 year old David Littleton, and myself, and we had a good time. I don’t eat out much anymore. In fact, I just don’t get out amongst people a whole lot these days unless I have to be for a show. I’m just in a weird place right now

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By Willie G. Moseley took up the reins of journalistic responsibility for the “Digs” in the mid-‘80s, he did his job in an admirable fashion. He and Mr. Eubanks are the only two individuals who wrote that iconic Tribune column. Here’s the point: A weekly commentary in the style of “Dirty Digs” needed to be written by someone who had either been born and raised here, or by someone who had been here for decades, and who was intensely involved in community life. Pete usually wrote his version of the “Digs” in what might be termed a “snippets” style—brief observations on events in the nation or from around the world, with implicit allusions (and sometimes direct inquiries) as to what the prevailing attitude about such stories might be in his hometown, an erstwhile mill town where traditional values were still in vogue. These days, all too many individuals think that if they have access to a word

processor, such access automatically means he/she is a writer, and nothing could be further from the truth. There are still rules and guidelines that need to be followed, and in recent times, all too many folks (including all too many Journalism majors) have too much of a cavalier attitude about writing and reporting…but they sure know how to hang out on Facebook. To his credit, Pete never stopped learning about his writing aspirations. He was diligent about doing his job right, and would oftentimes stop by the Tribune offices to do research in back issues of the newspaper. He would also peruse news magazines on almost-daily basis, from what I can discern, looking for ideas about which to comment. I was already writing for a niche magazine when my family moved here in 1994 (but it needs to be noted that the Missus had graduated from THS). We built a house down the road from her parents. I’d never lived in a small community before. Pete and I hit it off even before I began working at the Tribune, mainly because he was one of several individuals here who made me feel like I could make a positive contribution to the greater Tallassee area. And Tallassee’s traditional

values are in sync with my own family’s values, thank goodness. Pete had been a star athlete at THS and still monitored that school’s sports. In recent times, he was particularly proud of the accomplishments of his grandsons on the school’s wrestling team. The last time I’d spoken with him was at a Tigers home wrestling match. Even though Pete wasn’t employed by the Tribune, longtime editor Jack Venable mentored Pete in the same commendable, positive manner that he mentored his bona fide employees (including me). Both of those men had values that a lot of newspapers sorely need these days. When Jack died in late November, 2005, Pete’s column noted that he had called Jack by the nickname “Scoop” for many years. The final paragraph in that portion of Pete’s column read: “Goodbye, Scoop. I will miss you. This whole town will miss you.” And now, it’s easy for me to envision substituting “Pete” in place of “Scoop” in the same exact lines. Willie Moseley is news editor emeritus of the Tribune and a regular columnist for the paper.

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Taking a break from the norm where I like to be alone or with my dog and cat. The Boxcar seemed like a safe place, though. It was nice to take a break from what has become my new norm. I keep busy. I’m writing my book. For years, people asked me when I was going to write it, so I finally started on it in January. I didn’t realize how much Forrest Gump and I had in common until then. The biggest difference is that he went to the University of Alabama, while I went to Auburn University…at Montgomery. He liked to run, too. I’m not running unless I’m getting chased by a pack of wolves. Even then, I might just lay down. Why be tired and get eaten up? My garden is coming along quite well, too. I have a few things already planted, and my seedlings are getting

bigger each day and are just

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about ready to be planted. This is my first garden, so I’m very excited. I cook most nights and can’t wait to see the herbs, fruits, and vegetables that came from my very own garden on my kitchen table, although I don’t have a kitchen table. If the rabbits try to infringe upon my progress, I’ll be enjoying fried rabbit and hushpuppies this summer instead. Much of each day is

spent behind my computer, so I try to go for a drive out in the country when I can. Abby stays at home. If you’ve ever taken your cat for a drive, then you most likely know why she stays at home. Ruby, on the other hand, loves to ride. Being out there on the backroads is therapeutic for me. Well, it is until some jerk comes flying up behind me and gets on my tail. That’s when I wish I had magical powers. After lunch, we went back out to Husky’s house. His family calls it Roamer’s Roost. I’d been out there many times but had only been on the tour once. Neither Earl nor David had been on the tour. We saw everything from a fishing pond to farming equipment to a fire engine to a ’57 Ford Fairlane. His place is basically an open air ver-

sion of the Museum of East Alabama. We were quite the crew, though. I have trouble talking. Earl has trouble seeing. David has trouble hearing, and Husky has trouble walking. So we could speak no evil, hear no evil, or see no evil. We just had a good time. We didn’t walk, either. We rode in one of Husky’s all-terrain vehicles. It was nice just riding around out there on that land in the open air with three solid gentlemen without having to worry about my laptop or magical powers. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com.

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State's budget woes déjá vu all over again

ome of you may have seen and remember the movie Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray. In the comedy, Murray awakens on Groundhog Day and has the identical day that he had the previous year, similar to Yogi Berra’s colloquial saying of “déjà vu all over again.” Well folks, this year’s legislative session began on Groundhog Day and it is déjà vu all over again. It is like it is last year again. Similar to the way realtors say, “it is location, location, location,” with Alabama government it is the General Fund, General Fund, General Fund. Several legislators optimistically predicted that they would have the budgets out by the middle of the session. In budget hearings, General Fund agencies requested $250 million more than the current $1.7 billion in this year’s budget and, as is usually the case, there has been no revenue growth. Last year, Gov. Robert Bentley offered a $540 million tax increase package for the General Fund. Lawmakers systematically rebuked his proposal. It took three sessions for the legislature to finally pass a budget. However, it failed to address long-term budget needs. The 800-pound gorilla in the room is Medicaid. It is a money-eating monster, which eats up all the General Fund money. Almost 20 percent of all Alabamians are on Medicaid. It provides healthcare for nearly one million low-income Alabamians, most of them children. The problem is that if you cut state funding to Medicaid, you lose a gigantic match of federal dollars. For example, if you cut state Medicaid funding by $100 million, which the legislature is proposing, it will result in a loss of $1 billion in federal funds. The legislature balanced the General Fund budget last year by transferring $80 million from Education dollars, which may be unconstitutional. Gov. Bentley is proposing the same remedy this year. However, he would like to see $180 million taken away from funds earmarked by the constitution for Education. The idea of balancing the budget with Education’s money has received a cool reception from the legislative leadership. After the governor’s State of the State address on Feb. 2, Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston) said, “I would be surprised to see those dollars come from education.” In his annual speech to the legislature, Gov. Bentley offered a myriad of proposals without any thoughts or ideas on how to pay for them. In his platitudes he especially heralded proposals to help improve healthcare access. However, expansion of Medicaid was conspicuously missing. Despite recommendations from his own task force to implement Medicaid expansion, it was never mentioned in his hour-long speech to the legislature. This is a sore subject with Democrats in the House and Senate. Democrats make up about 30 percent of the legislature. They are adamant about expanding Medicaid. They argue that the state is losing out on billions of federal dollars from Washington. They have a vocal ally in Dr. David Bronner, who vehemently says it is foolish to not take advantage of this federal windfall. Bentley is hanging his hat on the implementation of Regional Care Organizations (RCO’s). RCO’s would shift from a fee for service model to one that allocates money based on health care outcomes. Bentley hopes this move will encourage more preventative care and less hospital use, hopefully slowing the growth of costs in the program. Speaking of Bentley, at a time when the General Fund is broke, he chose to give all his cabinet members huge raises. Four cabinet members alone were given raises of $73,400 per year thus increasing their salaries from $91,000 to $164,400. By the way, regular state employees have not seen a raise in eight years and have actually lost take home pay with increased costs of their health insurance. This did not sit well with the legislature. They immediately cut the governor’s personal budget by $330,000. The legislature had not only rendered Bentley irrelevant in the budgetary process, they have begun to treat him with disdain. This latest rebuke appears as though they look upon him like a petulant child. See you next week. Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www.steveflowers.us.

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ometimes, we cross paths with people whose influence is so great in our lives, yet they may never realize it. There’s not a person in this town who didn’t play ball with, work at the mill with or play ball for Harold “Pete” Cottle. And hundreds, perhaps thousands, of others read “Dirty Digs” in this newspaper each week and listened to him as the host of “What’s Going On” on WACQ every morning for decades. Mr. Cottle always treated me like I was a native Tallasseean even though I am a transplant. And so, in tribute to Mr. Cottle, I would like to give my “Bird’s Eye View” space this week to our recently departed friend. 25 years ago, Pete wrote this handy guide to understanding Tallassee, and it’s as true today as it was then. DIRTY DIGS by Harold “Pete” Cottle May 30, 1991 Seems like everywhere I go in town I see folks I don’t know. To help these new arrivals better assimilate and adapt to their new surroundings, we offer the following: 1. Tallassee is an old town with lots of old people and it’s a good town with lots of good people. Some people move here and fit in immediately; others move here and

Bird’s Eye View By Michael Bird twenty years later they still don’t “fit in”. That probably tells you more about them than it does the town. 2. People here love high school sports. They have since a man named O’Brien came here and coached himself into a legend. To understand the psyche of Tallassee you have to know about O’Brien and The Streak. He did for this town in the ‘40s what a man named Bryant did for this state in the ‘60s. It runs a lot deeper than football. 3. People drive funny here. It’s kind of like they know when and where they’re going and they expect you to know when and where they’re going, too. Buckle up and hang loose. 4. People here love college football. With some it’s a religion and that’s not good. Sooner or later you’ll have to choose – Auburn or Alabama. It’s best just to tell them you’re a hockey fan. 5. We have a whole bunch of beauty shops and churches. We’ve either got a lot of ugly sinners or pretty saints. Or maybe it’s the other way around. You decide. 6. We have a weekly newspaper,

a local TV show and two radio stations so there’s no excuse for not knowing who got caught doing what. The newspaper is probably best because you can also wrap fish in it. 7. We are probably the only town in the U.S. with an intersection where the traffic turning left has the right-of-way over opposing traffic turning right. This phenomenon occurs in front of the library. 8. This is mostly an industrial town, always has been. We make textile products, water meters, composite products, shipping packages, hammocks, electricity, and other stuff I don’t even know about. Shoot, we even make water and sell it to other folks. 9. Like every other place in America, we gossip. It may seem worse here ‘cause everybody knows everybody else. Some of it’s true, some is half-true and some is wishful thinking. But remember, if they’re talking about you, don’t worry about it. By next week, you’ll be old news and they’ll be talking about somebody else. 10. The surrounding areas don’t have exotic, flashy names like Peacock Ridge or Bubbling Brook but we do have Flea Hop, Red Hill and Flat Rock, to name a few. We also have Reeltown which is not a real town but is an area populated by mostly good people. And that’s about it. Welcome.

We were walking in high cotton

hen I was a boy no one had to tell me to say ma’am and sir, I knew to say it. I knew to say thank you and excuse me too. We were poor, but they taught us early and they didn’t have to remind us either. We knew that anytime we had company and we were not eating we were to play outside and that meant outside, not running in and out of the house. We dare not slam a door because of my parents care of the ones that were younger. They didn’t check on us, they took for granted we were all right and if we weren’t then one of the older ones – a friend or a neighbor – would let them know. If we had spending money, we had earned it. You didn’t make money working for family. That was expected as part of your food, bed, and lodging. They didn’t tell us to get up our homework we knew we had to because if we got a bad grade at school that was when we had a discussion about not doing our homework. We never complained about our clothes. Mama made sure they were clean. She never mentioned if they were in style or not, or if they were too big or maybe a slight bit too little. I remember very well that I had a pair of white pants and I was in about the third grade. It

The Coffee Breaker By Ronald Brantley was winter and my teacher told me that you didn’t wear white pants in the winter. The next time my mama laid out those white pants I told her, “Mama, you don’t wear white pants in the winter.” Mama said, “Who said so?” “My teacher,” was my reply. “You put those pants on,” Mama said. I knew not to argue. Shortly after school took that morning there was a knock on my classroom door. I heard and recognized the voice. It was mama. The teacher stepped out into the hall and when she stepped back in I could wear any color pants and it wouldn’t have mattered. Some people thought because Daddy had a good job in the mill we would have plenty. But with six kids, Mama and Daddy and both granddaddies living there, it was kind of tough money wise. I never heard Daddy complain. I never got any money from Daddy but on occasion I could get a nickel or dime out of Mama. Some of my happiest times

were at the kitchen table, feeling secure, listening to the older ones talk about what happened at work, things they had heard, laughing and joking. A table full of good food and everybody getting ready for the rest of the day. When we played, we played as hard as we did when we worked. There were always plenty of boys and girls around about my age and we played marbles, Tarzan, and war games because this was during World War II. We played in the woods and fished the creeks. We hunted with sling shots, BB guns and could not hardly wait until we got a real gun. The woods furnished us with kindling wood, stove wood and Christmas trees. We learned about dragonflies, tadpoles, and stink Jim turtles. We raked up night crawlers, crickets, and red worms and fished the creeks and rivers. Summer days were long but not long enough and winter days were short, cold and hard. We slept in warm beds so heavy you couldn’t turn over and hardly ever had to get up at night and go to the bathroom. I didn’t know it then but I know it now. We were walking in high cotton. Brantley is a regular columnist for The Tribune.

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Tallassee High School’s 2016 FFA plant sale begins. You’re more than welcome to come and tour our new greenhouse and look at the plants and facility. Swedish Ivy hanging baskets $8, Wondering Jew hanging baskets $8, Purple Queen hanging baskets $7, Mosquito Plant hanging basket $7, Spider Plant hanging baskets $7, Impatiens hanging baskets $7, Fern hanging baskets $7, Lantana $4, Coleus (single) $5, Marigolds (single) $0.25, Coleus $0.50, Vinca (single) $0.25

APRIL 4-22

Church Coed Softball registration will be held April 4 –April 22 at Recreation Department and tentative date to begin season will be first week of May. Games played on Tuesdays and Thursdays and cost is $450 per team.

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EARTH DAY CLEANUP 2016: Sign up a litter team to pick up around your neighborhood, business or call the Chamber of Commerce for a location. Advanced Disposal Sponsor providing a roll off container at City Hall from 8am-noon on Saturday the 23 for nonhazardous material and litter team debris disposal. Parker Tire & Auto will take used oil, tires and batteries all week from

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Birmingham. They also help send more than 60 local kids to “the best week of the year” at MDA Summer Camp at no cost to their families at Camp ASCCA in Jackson’s Gap. MDA is leading the fight to free individuals — and the families who love them — from the harm of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases that take away physical strength, independence and life. We use our collective strength to help kids and adults live longer and grow stronger by finding research breakthroughs across diseases; caring for individuals from day one; and empowering families with services and support in hometowns across America. Learn how you can fund cures, find care and champion the cause at mda.org To learn more about the 2016 MDA Shamrocks program and how to get involved, contact Angie Jordin at 334-3964534 or ajordin@mdausa.org.

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8 a.m.-3 p.m. Electronic Recycling drop off at Tallassee Recreation Center April 21 from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. The city Shop will have a roll off container available for nonhazardous material disposal and appliances from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

APRIL 21

Community Hospice Care’s Charity Night at 1220 Café’ on Thursday, April 21. All proceeds benefit Community Hospice Care. Event hours are from 4:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The First Baptist Church of Tallassee Praise Band will be playing live.

April 23

SINGING: Dolly Boshell will be singing Saturday April 23 at Antioch Baptist Church. Supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. and the singing starts at 6:30 p.m. Featured will be the Larch Family, Dr. Rick Jones and the Youth of Antioch. Everyone is welcome and there will be no admission charge. PLANT SWAP EARTH DAY CELEBRATION: The Central Alabama Master Gardeners’ Association will host a plant swap Earth Day Celebration April 23 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Wetumpka Recycle Center.

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Tallassee City Council meeting will be at City Hall from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

APRIL 26th & 27th

Kindergarten registration begins 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Child must be 5 on or before Sept. 2. Your child will take a kindergarten assessment. Please bring the following documents: birth certificate, social security card * voluntary*, immunization card, two proofs of recent residency (electric, water or gas bil, lease or mortgage). If you do not have these documents, you may still register your child.

April 29

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CHARITY GOLF TOURNEY: Search and Rescue of Elmore County annual golf tournament will be held on Friday, April 29 at Quail Walk Country Club. Lunch begins at 11:30. Tee off at 1 p.m. For more information call Terri or Ernie Pritchard at 334-569-2556 cell/text 334-850-4762 or Baron Preston at 334-3067169.

April 30

CEMETERY PRESERVATION WORKSHOP: The Alabama Cemetery Preservation Alliance is hosting its annual cemetery preservation workshop at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery April 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact Scott Martin at bevel67@aol.com for additional information. MULE DAY: The Weogufka Center will host Mule Day Saturday, April 30. Vendors are welcome. Breakfast will be available from 6:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. Concessions will be available from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Parking is $2 per car. There will be plowing demonstrations, buggy rides and entertainment will be available all day. For more information contact Margaret Thornton at 256-234-2186 or Kattie Hocutt at 256-3293638.

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• First Baptist Church of Tallassee The First Baptist Church of Tallassee Praise Band will be playing live during the Community Hospice Care’s Charity Night at 1220 Café’ on Thursday, April 21. All proceeds benefit Community Hospice Care. Event hours are from 4:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. • Word of Life Baptist Church Community News We would like to invite everyone to our Clothes Giveaway on Saturday, April 23, 8 a.m. to noon. We will be giving away clothes from our overflowing clothes closet to anyone that needs them. We will also have refreshments for you to enjoy. Our regular Sunday Services are Sunday School 9:30 a.m., and Morning Worship at 10:30 a.m. Our Wednesday Night activities are at 6:30 p.m. • Episcopal Church of the Epiphany On April 24 at 9:30 a.m., Sunday School will focus on the parables of Jesus. At 10:30 a.m. Father Wells Warren will celebrate the Holy Eucharist, with coffee hour to follow. For more information, visit: http://epiphanytallassee.org/ • East Tallassee Methodist Church Sunday April 24th Harlan Burton will be in concert on Sunday Morning during the Morning Worship at 11 a.m. cone and join us! • The First United Methodist Church of Tallassee, Boy Scout Troop 59, Cub Scout Pack 59 and Venture Crew 59 would like to invite all Eagle Scouts and present and former Scouts to Scout Sunday on April 24. All Scouts (past and present) and Eagle Scouts will be recognized at the 8:30 a.m. Blended Service, 9:45 a.m. Encounter Service and 11 a.m. Traditional service. There will be a special presentation of a plaque with all 70 Scouts from Troop 59 who achieved the rank of Eagle from the first one awarded in 1939 to present. There will be snacks served in the Fellowship Hall from 9:20 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. Please come and help us honor our current Scouts and all those

AME ZION Mt. Zion Chapel AME Zion 2340 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-4413 Rogers Chapel AME Zion 709 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-8144 Jackson Chapel AME Zion 4885 Coosada Rd., Coosada Jones Chapel AME Zion 2414 Ingram Rd. (Co. Rd. 3), Elmore ABUNDANT LIFE Abundant Life Church 9301 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 567-9143 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Agape Tabernacle Assembly of God 1076 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic 541-2006 Bethel Worship Center 11117 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 567-5754 Crossroads Assembly of God 2534 AL Hwy 14., Millbrook 285-5545 First Assembly of God 3511 Shirley Ln., Millbrook New Home Assembly of God 5620 Caesarville Rd., Wetumpka 569-2825 BAPTIST Abraham Baptist Church Millbrook Antioch Baptist Church 1115 Antioch Rd., Titus 567-2917 Beulah Baptist Church 2350 Grier Rd., Wetumpka 514-2881 Blue Ridge Baptist 4471 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 567-4325 Brookwood Baptist Grandview Rd., Millbrook Calvary Baptist 504 W. Osceola St., Wetumpka 567-4729 Central Baptist 3545 W. Central Rd., Wetumpka 541-2556 Coosada Baptist 20 Kennedy Ave., Coosada Deatsville Baptist 184 Church St., Deatsville Eclectic Baptist Church 203 Claud Rd., Eclectic 541-4444 Faith Baptist 64 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 567-4417 First Baptist Church 205 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-5191 First Baptist of Elmore Hwy. 14 Co. Rd. 74, Elmore Galilee Baptist 95 Old Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 567-4178 Good Hope Baptist 1766 S. Fleahop Rd., Eclectic Goodship Baptist Hwy. 143, Millbrook Grace Baptist Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka 567-3255 Grandview Pines Baptist Deatsville Hwy., Deatsville Green Ridge Baptist 288 Turner Rd., Wetumpka 567-2486

• Santuck Baptist Church Will host the Community Celebration Sunday April 24 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. There will be free BBQ, fun and inflatables for the kids. Join us as we celebrate community and host a BBQ cookoff at the Old Plank Road Market on Highway 9 across from the church. • House of Love and Mercy We will be celebrating our 16-year in the ministry of providing shelter to so many women that used to be in the shelter and anyone that has helped us in this ministry is invited to come and help us celebrate. Our speaker for this great occasion will be Marsha Jean (MJ) Evans from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Marsha used to be in a shelter years ago and is now doing great work in Minnesota. Then on Saturday, April 30, from 9 a.m. until noon we will have a silent auction/ yard sale. All proceeds will go to the House of Love and Mercy. There will be door prizes given away as well as an opportunity to win a gift card. Everyone is invited to come and help us celebrate this great occasion. • St. John All Nations Pentecostal Foundation Church Saturday, April 29 at 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Church Family Fun Day and Yard Sale. Activities will include games like Fish Pond, Cake Toss, basketball, Beam Toss, Cake Walk and Bingo. Burgers, nachos and popcorn will also be available. Sunday School is at 10 a.m. every Sunday and worship service is at noon every third Sunday. • St. Vincent de Paul “Our Life’s Journey” is a service of St. Vincent de Paul Church and airs weekly from 8-8:30 a.m. on 580 WACQ and FM 101.1 in Tallassee. Listen live on www.wacqradio.com or the TuneIn app on your smartphone. The pastor of St. Vincent de Paul is Monsignor Charles Troncale.

Harvest Baptist 2990 Main St., Millbrook Hillside Baptist 405 Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka Holtville Riverside Baptist 7121 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 514-5922 Lake Elam Baptist 4060 Gober Rd., Millbrook Liberty Hill Baptist 61 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-8750 Lighthouse Baptist 2281 Main St., Millbrook Living Water Baptist 1745 Grass Farm Rd. (Co. Rd. 80), Weoka Millbrook Baptist Millbrook 285-4731 Mitts Chapel Baptist 935 Cold Springs Rd., Deatsville 569-1952 Mt. Hebron West Baptist 150 Mt. Hebron Rd., Elmore 567-4441 Mountain View Baptist 1025 Rifle Range Rd., Wetumpka 567-4458 New Harmony Baptist 3094 New Harmony Rd., Marbury 312-1878 New Home Baptist 1605 New Home Rd., Titus 567-0923 New Hope Baptist 6191 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 569-1267 New Lily Green Baptist 6504 Deatsville Hwy., Deatsville New Nazareth Baptist Hwy. 143, Deatsville Pleasant Hill Baptist Pleasant Hill Rd., Eclectic 541-3460 Prospect Baptist Prospect Rd., Eclectic 567-5837 Redland Baptist 1266 Dozier Rd., Wetumpka 567-8649 Rehoberth Baptist 8110 Rifle Range Rd., Tallassee 567-9801 Rushenville Baptist 10098 Georgia Rd., Eclectic 541-2418 Saint James Baptist 1005 Nobles Rd., Wetumpka 567-6209 Saint James Baptist 101 Gantt Rd., Deatsville 569-3006 Santuck Baptist 7250 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 567-2364 Seman Baptist Seman, Alabama Shoal Creek Baptist 13214 Holtville Rd., Deatsville 569-2482 Springfield Baptist Hwy. 7, Millbrook Thelma Baptist 810 Weoka Rd., Wetumpka 567-3665 Titus Baptist 6930 Titus Rd., Wetumpka 334-531-2120 Tunnell Chapel Baptist 210 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 567-2589 Victory Baptist

5481 Main St., Millbrook Wadsworth Baptist 2780 Hwy. 143, Deatsville 569-2851 BAPTIST - MISSIONARY Atkins Hill 565 Atkins Rd., Wetumpka 567-1141 Cathmagby Baptist 3074 Mitchell Creek Rd., Wetumpka 567-4787 First Missionary Baptist at Guilfield 412 Company St., Wetumpka 567-7455 Goodhope 1389 Willow Springs Rd. Wetumpka 567-7133 Lebanon 17877 U.S. Hwy. 231, Titus 514-1097 Mount Canaan 1125 Weoka Rd., Wetumpka 567-2141 Mount Pisgah 16621 U.S. Hwy. 231, Titus 567-3668 Mt. Zion 371 AL Hwy. 14, Elmore, 567-2613 Mt. Zion #3 1813 Luke Paschal Rd., Eclectic New Home 5130 Elmore Rd., Wetumpka 567-5966 Second Missionary 760 N. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-8601 Spring Chapel Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 567-6493 Sweetwater 163 Michael Lane, Wetumpka 334-538-9415 Tabernacle Baptist 1020 W. Tallassee St., Wetumpka 567-0620 BAPTIST - PRIMITIVE Bethel Old School 4625 Jackson Rd. (C.R. 103), Wetumpka Providence 4850 Chana Creek Rd., Tallassee CATHOLIC Our Lady of Guadalupe 545 White Rd., Wetumpka 567-0311 CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ of Elmore 470 Caesarville Rd., Wetumpka 567-6670 Church of Christ Grandview Pines 165 Deatsville Hwy., Millbrook Cold Springs Church of Christ 5920 Alabama Hwy. 143, Deatsville Georgia Road Church of Christ 4003 Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 567-2804 Lightwood Church of Christ 251 New Harmony Rd., Deatsville 569-1510 Redland Road Church of Christ 2480 Redland Rd., Wetumpka 514-3656 Wetumpka Church of Christ W. Bridge St. At W. Main St., Wetumpka 5676561 CHURCH OF GOD Elmore Church of God 10675 Rucker Road, Elmore Gethsemane Church of God 705 Cotton St., Wetumpka 567-9886

• Westside Baptist Church Services are Sunday at 10a.m., 11a.m. and 6p.m. Wednesday night prayer and Bible study is at 7p.m. All are invited. • East Tallassee United Methodist Church The “River’s Edge Flea Market” is open every Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. All vendors are welcome: new items, old items, crafts, youth groups, ball teams, baked goods, produce and food. The flea market is sponsored by the East Tallassee UMC and is located across from City Hall. We will offer various priced booths. To reserve a space call Joan Wood at 334-312-4913. All proceeds raised by ETUMC will be used for church-sponsored programs. • St. John All Nations Pentecostal Foundation Church 3495 Hwy 14 Notasulga, AL 36866. Minister Alma Purter, Pastor. Welcome, welcome, welcome! We look forward to your presence. Program committee: Sister Brenda Moss 334-401-0706, Sister Linda Pullium 334-209-3208 and Sister Judy Moss. • Beulah Baptist Church At Beulah, here is our schedule of services: Contemporary Service 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Traditional Service 11 a.m. Wednesday Feed the Sheep 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Nursery is available. All are welcome • Lake Point Baptist Church Lake Pointe is a new church and Faron Golden, pastor at Lake Pointe, will be sharing the church’s plan for serving the community and surrounding area through the message from God’s Word. Lake Pointe is located at 8352 Highway 50, Dadeville, Alabama 36853, and is just a short drive from Tallassee. Everyone is welcome. Come! Let us build!

Church at the Brook 2890 Hwy. 14, Millbrook Maranatha Church of God 2621 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 567-6786 Victory Tabernacle AOH Church of God Hwy 143, Millbrook Wetumpka Church of God Hwy. 9 N. Wetumpka 215-3091 CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN Cedarwood Congregational Christian 10286 US Hwy 231 N, Wetumpka 567-0476 Seman Congregational Christian 15970 Central Plank Rd., Seman Union Congregational Christian 8188 Lightwood Rd., Marbury 569-2122 EPISCOPAL The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 2602 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee 252-8618 Trinity Episcopal Church 5371 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-7534 St. Michael & All Angels Church 5941 Main St., Millbrook HOLINESS New Beginnings Holiness 865 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-9211 Summit Holiness 2050 Hwy. 14, Millbrook Temple of Deliverance Holiness 620 Alabama St., Wetumpka 514-3114 JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 9235 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-8100 LATTER DAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1405 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 567-8339 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Cobbs Ford Rd., Millbrook LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church 2175 Cobbs Ford Rd., Prattville PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 100 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-8135 Millbrook Presbyterian Corner of Main St. & Coosada Rd. Valley View Presbyterian - PCA 4125 Rifle Range Rd. Wetumpka 386-2386 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST First Elmore Seventh Day Adventist 210 Lucky Town Rd., Elmore 514-1020 INDEPENDENT METHODIST Claud Independent Methodist Church 81232 Tallassee Hwy, Eclectic 541-2552 UNITED METHODIST Cain’s Chapel United Methodist 96 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 569-2375 Central United Methodist Church 11721 Central Plank Rd. Central Elmore United Methodist Church 40 Hatchet St., Elmore 567-8653

First United Methodist Church 306 W. Tuskeena St., Wetumpka 567-7865 First United Methodist Church 3350 Edgewood, Millbrook Harmony United Methodist Church 8000 Titus Rd., Titus Mulder Memorial United Methodist 3454 Fire Tower Rd., Wetumpka 567-4225 New Style United Methodist 64 Old Georgia Plank Spur, Wetumpka 567-9840 Oak Valley Station United Methodist 162 Parsonage Road, Tallassee 541-3924 Pierce Chapel United Methodist 1003 Pierce Chapel Rd., Santuck 265-6099 Providence United Methodist 1540 Providence Rd., Titus Robinson Springs Methodist Church 5980 Main St., Millbrook Trinity United Methodist 135 Little Weoka Creek Rd., Equality 567-9997 Union United Methodist 691 Central Rd. Eclectic Wallsboro United Methodist 11066 US Hwy. 231, Wetumpka CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Millbrook Church of the Nazarene 3251 Browns Rd., Millbrook PENTECOSTAL Faith Deliverance Church 475 Jackson St., Elmore 567-9209 OTHER Central Bible Chapel 3630 Edgewood Rd., Millbrook Chapel of Praise Hwy. 14, Millbrook Cornerstone Full Gospel 9301 US Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-9143 East Chapel MP Church Airport Rd., Millbrook Grace Bible Church 2251 Main St., Millbrook Gracepoint Community Church 78223 Tallassee Highway, Wetumpka 514-9292 New Life Church - Millbrook Sanctuary Worship Center 1688 Ceasarville Rd., Wetumpka Servant Fellowship Church P O Box 1423, Wetumpka 567-2190 servantfellowshipchurch@windstream.net The Worship Center 2705 Williams Rd., Wetumpka Time of Refreshing Fellowship 117 E. Bridge St., Wetumpka 567-7750 Victory Temple (Pentecostal church) 1173 Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka 567-7779 Words of Life Church 105 Cousins Rd., Wetumpka 514-2730

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Community support essential to Humane Society By REA CORD Elmore County Humane Society Executive Director

e want to thank everyone who voted for us daily and helped us again win $1000 for our pets for finishing No. 1 in Alabama in The Animal Rescue Site Shelter Challenge! We can certainly put this money to good use for the vaccinations we buy in large numbers to keep our pets healthy and the medications for those that need help recovering from illness or injury. And extra thanks to those who helped ‘remind’ all of us daily to vote – that makes a huge difference indeed! Spring is upon us as the influx of litters has begun with many coming in far too

young to not only be taken away from their mothers but also to be adopted as we do not adopt puppies or kittens until they are at least 8 weeks old. While we love and care for all our pets as best we can, the shelter is simply not the optimal environment for itty bitty babies and there are numerous good reason for puppies and kittens to stay longer with their moms. Besides the nutritional advantage of staying with mom long enough, puppies and kittens learn a lot of lessons from their mothers & siblings as they grow. Puppies & kittens weaned too early can develop potential health and behavior challenges down the road – some of which are cute, some irritating and some may

HUMANE SOCIETY OF ELMORE COUNTY NEWS result in that pet being given away, abandoned or taken to a shelter eventually. If you do have a litter of puppies or kittens you need to bring us we ask that you try to keep them until they are closer to eight weeks old if at all possible since space is our limiting factor and being able to place them for adoption immediately truly helps them and the other animals also desperately looking for new homes. Our shelter is lucky to

have an incredible group of people on our side – the Predator’s Riding Club (PRC) and they have been the stars behind the scenes of the annual Cruisin ‘fer Critters that is going into its 14th year this year! Make sure you have Saturday, May 7 marked on your calendar to join us for CRUISIN’ FER CRITTERS 2016! There is a BIG change this year as the ride will START at the Thirsty Turtle, 4884 Main St in Millbrook, and it will END at DeJa Vu, 121 N. Burbank Dr. in Montgomery. Registration at the Thirsty Turtle starts at 11 a.m with the last bike out at 12 p.m. Bikes are NOT required to join in the fun and Cruisin’ is open to everyone.

Cruisin’ details: each ‘hand’ is $15 for which you get an event patch, goodie bag, food, door prize ticket and more. Charles Shawn Singleton will be the Master of Ceremonies, live music by Jones Social Club, bike/ car wash, live auction fun, biker thrift items and just a great day of fun. Best hand wins $250, 2nd best wins $100 and worst hand wins $50 (must be present to win). There is a $5 minimum if you don’t want to play a ‘hand.’ Sponsorships are still available so please contact John West at 334294-7154 or contact us at the shelter at hselco@bellsouth. net or 334-567-3377 if you would like to be a sponsor or for any questions.

Pet of the week- Dennis Hopper Dennis Hopper is a one-year old Beagle/Rat Terrier that came to us with a badly injured front leg that had to be amputated. He is mostly housetrained though might have an accident until he gets the pattern down. He is great with everything & everyone - people, children, dogs and cats. He is very loving but also playful and is great at chasing a ball! He is 22 pounds, does just great on his three legs though, like any front leg tripod, don’t expect him to be able to tackle flights of stairs as that is asking too much. Dennis is just a happy pup now in need of a loving & caring home. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs and $50 for cats under 1 year old; cats over one year old can be adopted by approved adopters

for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, de-worming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs, rabies vaccination if old enough, 45 days of pet health insurance and a free health exam with your participating veterinarian. To meet all the great pets at our shelter come to 255 Central Plank Road, Wetumpka, 36092, go to our website at www.elmorehumane.org for more information, email us at hselco@bellsouth.net or give us a call at 334-567-3377. We are open for adoptions Mon–Fri 10-5 and THIS Sat, April 23, from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. for ‘Adoptions Under the Stars.

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UNM Athletic Department receives letterman’s autobiography STAFF REPORTS TPI Staff

On a recent research trip to Arizona and New Mexico, writer Willie G. Moseley presented a copy of his father’s autobiography, FOREVER BLUE: The Memoirs of a Lanier High School and University of Kentucky Coach (NewSouth Books) to Madison Warren, Executive Director of the University of New Mexico Alumni Lettermen’s Association in Albuquerque. Coach Bill Moseley (1922-2015), played and coached at the two schools noted in the book’s subtitle. However, his son noted that such a citation is slightly disingenuous. “My father also played a legitimate fifth college season for the UNM Lobos in the fall of 1945, while he was serving with the U.S. Army Air Forces,” Moseley explained, “so that season, he wore cherry and silver colors instead of blue and white. He actually changed his name to ‘Dick Moser’, because he was concerned about hurting his SEC eligibility once he returned to Kentucky.” “The University of New Mexico Athletics Department and the Alumni Lettermen’s Association is grateful for the opportunity to learn more about one of our own,” said Warren. “The Lobos have a proud tradition and always strive to preserve the history that was built by our past student-athletes. We thank Willie Moseley for sharing the stories from our own ‘Dick Moser’.” Willie retired from full-time newspaper work in 2015, but still writes a weekly column.

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After defeating Stanhope Elmore with a 4-2 win Monday, Tallassee (27-7) will host Charles Henderson on Friday in the first round of the 5A state playoffs. First game will start at 5 p.m.

Tallassee varsity baseball team heads to state By CARMEN RODGERS Tallassee Tribune

Tallassee clinched their seat in the state playoffs when they defeated Beauregard on March 19 with a 5-3 win over the Hornets. That didn’t stop the Tigers from battling to defeat Stanhope Elmore. Tallassee faced Stanhope in a doubleheader on April 12. The Tigers fell to the Mustangs in the first game of the doubleheader by a final score of 3-1. This defeat only inspired the Tigers to come back in the second game to defeat Stanhope Elmore by a final of 3-1. During the first game of the doubleheader, Will Peters took the loss going 5 innings, striking out six and giving up three runs on six hits. At bat, Casey Baynes went 2-3 with two doubles and Dylan Hathcock went 1-2 with two doubles and

a RBI. In the second game of the doubleheader against the Mustangs, Casey Baynes threw the complete game, striking out seven opponents. Cody Hamilton, who was 2-3 at bat, had two doubles. This brought the Tigers season record to 26-7. Tallassee faced Stanhope Elmore again Monday night to end the regular season with a 4-2 win over the Mustangs. During the first game of Monday’s doubleheader, Casey Baynes took the game on the mound in relief. Wisener went 2-3. Dee Williams, Reid Whitaker and Dylan Davidson each had a hit at plate, bringing the Tigers season record to an impressive 27-7. Tallassee (27-7) will host Charles Henderson on Friday in the first round of the 5A state playoffs. First game will start at 5 p.m.

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Tallassee JV baseball closes season with 16-13-1 record By CARMEN RODGERS Tallassee Tribune

The Tallassee JV baseball team closed its season with a record of 16-13-1. The team had some ups and downs throughout the season but ended on a good note. “I feel like it has been a very good year for a lot of the kids on the team,” said Head Coach Keith McNaughton. “At times it was up and down, but we were a ninth grade dominated team. We had some tenth graders, but a lot of ninth graders, so it’s a maturation process for them.” Like the varsity team, Tallassee’s junior varsity team had a difficult schedule, which included several games against much larger schools. “We’ve played some tough teams,” McNaughton said. “We played Auburn, Opelika and Valley. We had some 6A and 7A schools on the schedule.” McNaughton is especially proud of his team’s county record, which is a cut above the rest. The other county schools include Stanhope, Wetumpka, Elmore County and Holtville. “We won the county, if you look at overall records,” he said. Like most teams, Tallassee’s JV baseball team had good times matched with difficulties, all of which offered various learning experiences for the players and coaches. “We hit a stretch in there where we played very well then we had times where we

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Front row, right to left: Jameson Jolly #12, Jackson Gantt #2, Bailey Sharp #4, Blake Schwab #10, Mike McGhar # 6 and Weston Harris #9. Second row, left to right: Parker Neighbors #18, Ethan Pugh #16, Zane Blankenship #15, Caleb Stewart #14, Logan Pierce #5, Beau Baker #3 and Dylan Turner #8 Third row, left to right: Coach Eddie Gantt, Jake Justiss #11, Tanner McNaughton #7, Kalvin Levett #1, Coleman Teel #21 and Coach Keith McNaughton #20 Zach Haynes (not pictured)

didn’t handle situations as well,” McNaughton said. “I think its maturity, progressing and taking what you do well in this game and carrying it to the next game.” Most junior varsity team members made the transition from middle school to high school this year, a process that can be taxing on a student and especially a student athlete. “Anything could happen,” McNaughton said. “It could be something that happened in school that day or in class. These kids are handling a lot. The ninth

graders, they come to the high school and academically it’s very challenging. We have some kids that are on an AP track. Therefore, they’re dealing with a lot at school too. We had thirty-four games on the original schedule and we played thirty of them. That’s a lot for the young kids to deal with. It’s a growing process but I was pleased with a lot of the kids. I can see where some of the kids, individually, progressed more than others but that’s just part of life.” The team as a whole left

their head coach pleased and looking forward to next year’s junior varsity baseball season. “I feel good about where that group is as a whole,” McNaughton said. “We will have tryouts coming up soon. Coach Clayton will be making decisions and maybe this summer, or could it be in fall, we’ll find out who will be on the varsity and who will be back on the JV.” There is a process that each coach follows. Up-and-coming players are also evaluated during this

process, all to insure a solid team with strong fundamentals. “We’ll have to evaluate the whole program. We’ll look at the eighth graders who will be coming up to the JV, as well. There hasn’t been any decisions made at this point in time but that will be coming in the months to come. We know that there will be some holes on the varsity that have to be filled, but we don’t know at this time who will be moving up,” McNaughton said.

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Caring for today’s cars is much different than the cars we grew up around STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Today’s vehicles are much more complex and complicated than the cars of the 1960s, ‘70s, ‘80s, incorporating more computer electronics, silicon chips, and sophisticated engines. However, the same basic car care still applies to all kinds of vehicles, and can extend the life and durability of your car or truck. The best part is, basic car care does not require any sophisticated understanding of vehicles or their systems. A few simple steps, some regular checks, and addressing issues promptly can greatly extend the life of your vehicle, making it safer and more dependable for you and your family.

Regular checks

It may seem intimidating, but basic care car is often simply a matter of popping open the hood and taking a look at the engine of your vehicle. Some basic car care starts with examining the exterior. Check your tires at least every other week to make sure they are inflated properly. This should be an actual check with a tire pressure gauge, but you may also advantage from a visual check to make sure the tires appear equally and properly inflated. Other visual checks that require almost no vehicle mechanics knowledge include the following:  body and bumper damage, which should be monitored for insurance purposes  leaking fluids underneath the vehicle, including oil, power and brake fluid, transmission or other fluid (air-conditioning may cause water to drip under a vehicle)  smoke in vehicle exhaust, aside from normal diesel emissions or startup fumes  engine or fluid warning lights, which should be promptly addressed before any further driving

Under the Hood

Of course, much of the day-to-day driving maintenance for your vehicle

must occur with the hood opened and up, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a mechanic. The most important things to monitor and check regularly include the following:  engine oil level and cleanliness  antifreeze/coolant level (never attempt to remove radiator cap while engine is hot or warm)  brake and power steering fluid levels  transmission fluid  belts When checking fluid levels, the engine usually has containers and canisters with fill-level lines. Make sure the fluids are above the minimum line, and below the maximum line. You should also keep an eye out for any leaks or worn radiator and other tubes, which should be replaced before pushed to the point of bursting. Other things to be watchful for in and around the engine include loose electrical or tube connections, worn or exposed wires, and loose or warped belts, which should be promptly replaced. Belt replacement is somewhat difficult for some motorists, but is a relatively simple and inexpensive fix at a service station, so it may be worth the trip to your mechanic to get the right belt installed correctly. You should also keep an eye on your vehicle’s battery, and be aware of its age. Batteries should be replaced every five years or so, and if your battery is not getting the proper charge to easily start your car, you should have it checked. You can usually have your battery’s charge and water level checked for free at a battery replacement station. Most vehicle batteries come with comprehensive warranties, as well.

Changing the Oil

One of the most important things you can do to maintain your vehicle is to change the oil and oil filter regularly. Some mechanics recommend changing the oil every 2,000-3,000 miles, but you can safely drive further. However, you should be sure to change the oil of your

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vehicle, or have it changed, at least every 5,000, including a new filter. Your oil should be relatively clean, but still have a dark color to it once it runs through your engine. You should regularly check your oil level, and maintain it between the minimum and maximum fill lines. This is why it is a good idea to have some motor oil with the vehicle so you will be able to add some if needed. There are a variety of types of motor oil to choose from. Lighter weight oil, such as 5W-30, is typically better for colder temperatures, while heavier oil, such as 10W-40, is more suited to warmer temperatures and climates. If your vehicle smokes or uses a lot of oil, a heavier weight and synthetic blend motor oil is probably best.

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Other important components and parts

of your vehicle and engine that need regular maintenance and infrequent replacement include the following:  air filter  headlight, turn signals, and brake lamps  spark plugs and cables  engine timing belt  windshield wipers Most engine tuneups are either actual motor work, or electrical tuneups consisting of spark plug, cable, and distributor cap replacement. The biggest thing to remember with ongoing vehicle maintenance is to address issues promptly, including engine knocking or other noises, and do your best to try to understand what may be going on before you visit the mechanic.

April 2016

Car Care 2016

Your car’s air conditioning system could have a leak that needs to be repaired STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

If your car ’s air-conditioning system blows only warm air on hot days, it’s probably because it is low on refrigerant, and the most likely cause is a leak somewhere in the system. Though many vehicle owners think they need to recharge or “top off” their air-conditioning system with refrigerant on a regular basis, such as annually, that’s not the case. If the air conditioning stops working (but the fan continues to blow warm air), a leak in a hose, connector or other part of the system is probably the culprit. During the winter, you may notice that the defroster isn’t clearing fogged up windows, and that also is a sign you have a leak. Most defrosters engage the air conditioning to dehumidify the air. If there is a leak, the air-conditioning system on most modern vehicles is designed to shut down once the refrigerant level drops low enough in order to prevent damage to the air-conditioning compressor. Note that we are talking about “refrigerant,” not Freon, the brand name for a type of refrigerant that

is no longer manufactured in the U.S. because it can damage the ozone layer. Contemporary vehicles use a refrigerant known as R-134. It’s important to consult a professional for this service. By performing a complete evacuation and recharge (a more expensive procedure and one that should be done by a professional), the EPA advises, the repair shop will be able to test the complete system and recharge it with the precise amount of refrigerant recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. The EPA adds that usually there is no reason to clean the system unless it is opened up, such as to check for leaks or other problems. When is it time to add or replace the refrigerant? You could be proactive and have it done before you experience problems, but you shouldn’t need that more often than every few years at the most. If your air conditioning is losing its potency, even after topping it off, then you probably have a leak. But if you stay as a cool as a cucumber on the hottest days, you could just leave well enough alone. The air conditioner obviously has enough refrigerant.

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Probate Court Court Judge John Enslen, in his official official capacity capacity as the the Chief Elections Officer of Elmore County, has petitioned petitioned the Circuit Circuit Co Court of Elmore County County for an emerg emergency declarationn judgment and fin declaratio finding on whether Andre’ L. Harris Harrison, current superintende su perintendent nt of ed superintendent education

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Nashville meets Eclectic By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

A small restaurant restaurant opened opened in Eclectic Eclectic this week week run by a farming family family with a vision local to turn local local food into into a loca movement of of farm to table dining. For now, Farm Farm Boyz Eatery Eate Eate serves lunch, lunch, breakfast breakfast and primarily operates as as a bakery and and café from 6:30 a.m.-2 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday Monday through Friday. But if the plans of Whitehill Farm Boyz’ owner, Kevin Kevin Whitehill, pan out it it would eventually serve, what what he called, farm farm to table table dinners dinners. Located in the corner corner sho shop just down from Trustmark Trustmark Bank on Kowaliga Kowaliga Road Road in downtown Eclectic, Eclectic, Farm Farm Boyz operates operates as a working working kitchen and and a base of of operations for projects Whitehill has in mind mind for the community. His restaurant restaurant is focused focused mostly on baked goods. goods. Whitehill said he tries tries to use

years, but now It has been nine of Richard Wayne family members peace. Adams can be at Sheriff Bill Franklin Elmore County ent of forensic in said the state departm ed his office earlier sciences contact ely identify Adams, the week to positiv body and skeletal whose decomposed near Possum Trot remains were foundille community Road in the Deatsv Feb. 25, 2009. Adams’ remains At the time when yards from 40 were found about Jordan, forensic the banks of Lake identify the sciences could not Their idea was an the top Challenge. was It . App s. tive remain Innova award-winner ’ skull was up entries in Franklin said Adams University and The students came app among 1,200 school a By KEVIN TAYLOR State y the sent to Louisiana sity of North Texas. with the app “Mone and the state to earn Copy Editor well as new For Me later to the Univerd and put into the $5,000 grant as the stuHoltville Management of A group of seven s is DNA was retrieve You.” tablets for each ated. cker, Index System. Middle School student “We have a goal-tra n Combined DNA and were able dents who particip to additiongot a hit on my way a holiday functio hoping to raise an school “They was “I games, the remains,” Mrs. tips for saving and al $15,000 for their to positively identifythen contacted his school when I got designing a to offer g money issues I was almost after collectively Franklin said. “We avoidin Barrett’s email. app. it,” team the holinew smartphone relatives.” before and after in tears when I read said. the Verbena a jingle Just before the Adams was from County, days. We also have member Hope Nelson is in HMS stuChilton idea in said app nity app,” 2 their Thanksgiving break sixththe commu Now for ’s See REMAINS • Page . “We the national Cheyanne Barrett dent Brooke Carrico kid and contention to win 2 look grade students beganing an See HOLTVILLE • Page made the app to working on developVerizon adult-friendly.” app to enter in the

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Good Hope Baptist Church brought Gospel and Art to The Warehouse. The event was held Jan. 17 and brought for fun for children of all ages. The Warehouse is known for hosting community-oriented events

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The Warehouse in Eclectic finds ways to be a staple in the community By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer

For years, The Warehouse in downtown Eclectic has been used to bring people together. The facility was once a cotton warehouse where farmers would bring their bounty to be sold. However, it was more than that. At the cotton warehouse people would come together to trade products and goods. Today, The Warehouse is once again bringing people together, in more ways than one. Not only does The Warehouse bring hearts together in marriage, it has become the heart of the community. “Our marriage to the community has been the best union,” said Aubrey Hornsby, who owns and

We live, work and play right here. We know what’s important to Elmore County. Rely on us. a.m., he bell rings at 7:30 than when the tardy don’t said. Redland drivers By JOHN W. PEELER “For instance, the until 6:20 (a.m.),” kids Managing Editor start picking up if you go to Redland, then t on the amoun any “So, . If you Mullino said. To a 10-year-old, like a long time, but t) to Redland School seem … they ortation you go (straigh school bus may eighth and up, then Public Schools Transp ing are in seventh and go to the middle school and Elmore County Mullino, said evaluat are picked up and Coordinator, Ray capacity of every bus is a high school.” bus routes and the g process to make sure nity is a growing Redland commu and has buses committed home constant and ongoin he said, school and back s at nity, student arrive s commu student Elementary School at the only for Redland under safely. are checked out longest routes are be on and after those buses Mullino said the may See BUS • Page 2 though the drivers must have two hours, even as 6 a.m. Drivers the road as early schools no later ive respect their the students at

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Aubrey Hornsby is no stranger to the entertainment business. He spent many years in Nashville, which is the hub of the country music industry. Today, Hornsby hopes to bring a little bit of Nashville right here to Eclectic. Hornsby said he hopes the newly formed group will offer a creative outlet for women that will allow various perspectives to shine through. “I’d like it to be uplifting, but you have to tell the truth and not every bit of the truth is uplifting,” he said. “Sometimes you have to sing the blues.” Currently, the group hopes to meet on a regular basis at the Warehouse on Main Street in Eclectic. “I want to inspire an ongoing women songwriters night. We call it Songs of Love and Life,” Hornsby said. The group is in its beginning stages and Hornsby is searching for a professional female performer that will offer knowledge and experience to the amateurs See SINGERS • Page 2

Legislators representing Autauga a and Elmore counties, along with A Autauga County Engineer John Mark D Davis and Elmore County Engineer R Richie Beyer toured the two counties r recently for a sampling of the road and a bridge issues facing the two counties. The tour is part of the DRIVE t A Alabama campaign. Beyer said he and the Davis collaborated together to highlight the l positive things the counties have done p t through the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement R Program. P “This was to show some of our legislators some of our needs,” he l said. “Just to drive home the point to them we are doing everything we can t with w our resources, but we really are in i need of some more road and bridge

funding. We want to take what we’ve done good in ATRIP and leverage some of that money on routes that are eligible for federal funds … which is in our case about 75 percent of our paved road system.” Beyer said only about 200 miles of Elmore County’s 800-mile system is eligible for federal aid money to them. “We’ve got a problem in Elmore County where we are doing anywhere from on an annual basis of 10 to 15 miles of road work and our problem is in the 200 mile range,” he said. “We’re not really making too big a dent in it. As soon as we do 10 to 15 miles a year, we have 10 to 15 miles that fall in that same condition, so we’re not really making that much headway on it.” Contributed / The Observer Beyer said there are 800 miles of paved roadways in the county in addi- Senator Clyde Chambliss and Representative Mike Holmes listen to tion to the 200 miles of dirt roadways. Elmore County Engineer Richie Beyer brief the two during the Autauga and Elmore counties road tour. The tour was part of the DRIVE Alabama See TOUR • Page 2 campaign.

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be sure you can stop. Brake earlier so that other drivers understand your intentions and can react accordingly. •Avoid extremely large puddles. First of all, you cannot judge the depth of the puddle and you may end up getting stuck, especially in the event of roadway flooding. Water splashing into the engine compartment may damage electrical components. Steer around puddles to be on the safe side. •Use extra care watching out for pedestrians. A normally observant person may be distracted by the rain, puddles and wrangling an umbrella and veer into the path of cars. Be mindful of the side of the roads and where pedestrians may be, such as around parked cars. •Change wiper blades twice per year. You do not want to be caught with shoddy wiper blades in poor conditions. Without an effective wiper blade, rain cannot be cleared effectively from the windshield. •Limit distractions inside of the car to focus even more of your attention on the road. While some have become accustomed to answering phone calls or fielding questions from the backseat while driving, avoid such distractions when driving in the rain. Turn down the radio if you must and encourage passengers to remain quiet until safely home. •Leave extra time to get to your destination. Rain causes slowing down of traffic. Rushing may increase your risk of being in an accident, so always leave extra travel time when driving in wet conditions. •Make way for emergency personnel. Accidents and bad weather are common. Slow down or pull over to allow emergency vehicles to pass by. If there are flashing lights on the side of the road, move into the left lane to give a wide girth around first responders. Driving in the rain requires drivers to exercise caution. Making a few adjustments improves safety on the roadways.

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The summer road trip is as American as apple pie and Fourth of July fireworks, so don’t fail in your national duty to hit the road this year just because your family car could be overdue for maintenance. Those who neglect doing a quick mechanical check-over – even of newer cars – before taking to the highway are begging to be stranded. We’re not talking about rebuilding the cylinder head or performing a line-bore on the crankshaft mains. Below are just a few reminders that may slip your mental checklist in the rush to get bags packed and kids fed. Your family is counting on you to take a few preventative measures before you hurl them into the gauntlet of our national highway system. So here are some basic tips, but it’s always a good idea to ask your car professional for a little help. Engine oil: Check your oil levels and the date you’re due for an oil change, preferably in your driveway before you embark on that first 29-hour leg. If you’re close to the manufacturer-recommended oil-change interval listed in your manual, then change it. Nellie deserves better than a crankcase full of gunky old oil as she hauls you up the Loveland Pass. If you’ll be going long distances, consider opting for a synthetic motor oil. If you’re traveling in hot weather or pulling a trailer, a fully synthetic engine oil such as Mobil Super™ Synthetic can give you the extra protection against thermal breakdowns that you need. It will also cut friction losses in the engine and bump your fuel economy while creating savings that you’ll see magnified on a long drive. Transmission and differential fluids: Did you forget about the other oil reservoirs in your car? Both your transmission and drive axle have their own lubricant supply. Check your owner’s manual for their change intervals, as they are quite a bit longer than engine oil. A regular oilchange shop can handle the greasy job of changing manual transmission oil and the differential oil. While they are under the car, have them give the drive-shaft U-joints and any other grease points a squirt of grease. Hoses: Rubber hoses would last 10 years if all they did were sit on a shelf. In a car, they are regularly exposed to temperatures around the 212-degree boiling point. At high temps, the plasticizers that make rubber squishy leach out at a faster rate. Once a hose gets hard, it cracks and hot water spurts out. Look first at where both the input and output radiator hoses attach to the engine and to the radiator. The extra stress on the hose from the pipe collar and hose clamp means they typically crack and fail there first. Also check your heater hoses, which run from the engine (usually near the thermostat housing) into the firewall and back. Look for bulges or blisters, which indicate a weak-

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A technician pours oil into a car while performing an oil change recently. Don’t wait until the day of your trip to perform maintenance.

ness in the hose wall. If your hoses have cracks or blisters, replace them. It’s easier to do it now than in the 112-degree heat of Death Valley. As a precaution, buy a hose-patch kit at the local auto parts store. Belts: Check the engine belts by turning them sideways with your hand so you can see the friction surface. If they’re at all ragged, torn, cracked or showing the fiber cords, it’s time for fresh ones. Newer cars often have one large belt, called a serpentine, which runs the water pump and all the accessories (A/C, power steering and alternator). If your car has less than 50,000 miles, it’s probably fine. Older cars have more than one belt to run these devices. Make sure they are all in good condition. If you hear loud screeches when you pull away from a stoplight, a loose belt is probably the cause. If they are loose – in other words, if your finger can depress the belt more than a half-inch of deflection at a point halfway between pulleys – the belt is stretched. If it’s old and worn, replace. If it’s not, you’ll have to retension it or it may fall off, usually at a really inopportune moment such as in the 2-mile backup at the turnpike toll booth. Engine coolant: New vehicles come equipped with engine coolant designed to go 100,000 to 150,000 miles. If your car is less than four years old, check that the under-hood coolant reservoir – usually a clear plastic bottle that says “engine coolant” on the cap – is topped up. Water is water, right? Wrong. Not all coolants are the same, and they don’t want to be mixed. Be sure to use the same coolant type as is already in the engine. You can tell the difference from the color. Green coolant is the most common, indicating an ethylene glycol-based coolant with a standard package of rust inhibitors. Orange is called Dex-Cool,

originally developed by General Motors but manufactured by other coolant name brands under license. The jug should have a large “Dex-Cool” trademark on it. It is also ethylene glycol-based, but it has an enhanced package of corrosion inhibitors (and, hence, tends to be more expensive). If you have an older vehicle, check both the coolant reservoir and the radiator. If your coolant is rust-colored or looks like mucky pond water, it’s time for a change. Tire pressure and tread: Tires are your contact with the road, and since losing contact generally results in the remains of your vehicle being vacuumed up, check ’em out. Most people believe the appropriate tire pressure is listed on the tire itself. Actually, the number on the tire is the maximum amount of pressure the tire can hold and, if combined with extreme heat and speeds, could lead to a blowout. Be safe. Look on your driver’s side door, in the glove compartment, or on the fuel filler door for the recommended tire pressures, and check the pressure before you leave with a good gauge (available from your auto parts store) and an air hose (available at the corner gas station). Low tire pressures waste fuel and, more importantly, cause the tire to run hotter from the extra friction. Also, look at the tread on all four tires to make sure it’s not too worn or unevenly worn. Most new tires come with about 10/32” of tread depth. If your tire tread-depth gauge (just a buck or two at the parts store) shows less than 2/32”, it’s time for new tires. You can also use a penny. If the depth is below Lincoln’s shoulder, it’s time to change. If your tires are on the bubble in terms of wear, or have a bubble in the sidewall from a recent bounce against a curb, it’s better to install new tires now than to take a chance on them wearing out while you’re

on the road. Brake system: Brake fluid classified by the government as DOT3 or DOT4 (most brake fluid, in other words) is a hygroscopic mineral oil, meaning that it attracts and absorbs moisture. As it ages, it turns the color of maple syrup and begins rusting your brake components. Check your brake reservoir for the color of the fluid, and make sure that it is topped up to the “full” mark. If you haven’t had a flush in two or three years, get one before you leave. Water-laden brake fluid, besides causing damage to very costly brake parts, also lowers the fluid’s boiling point. A lowered boiling point can lead to a squishy brake pedal, which may provide more excitement than you want while descending out of the Rockies with a 24-foot camper in tow. If your car is newer, it may be running DOT5 fluid, which is silicon-based and not subject to water absorption. Still, you will want to flush this fluid per the recommendations in your owner’s manual. Battery: If the battery in your car is more than a couple years old, check that the terminals are corrosion-free and the positive and negative leads are tight. If your starter sounds sluggish, it’s either corrosion or a dying battery. Don’t wait to be stranded with a dead battery. If it’s not a sealed, maintenance-free battery, have a gas station test the electrolytes. If it is sealed, they can check the output voltage. If there is corrosion – white chalky stuff on the terminals – clean it off with a wire cable-brush available at your local parts store. Secure the leads tightly. If one falls off while you are driving, it can cause a harmful “voltage dump” that can kill the alternator, so make sure everything is tight. Test the car: Do a quick run up the local freeway to listen for noises, feel for shakes, and watch for trouble signs in the gauges. Don’t assume everything is fine just because you drive your car every day. This is a test, not a commute, so focus on your car. Do you hear grinding or moaning from the wheels? That could be a bad wheel bearing or a worn CV joint. Does the car pull? Check for alignment problems or worn tires. Does it shimmy or squeal under braking? Might be warped rotors or worn pads. Does the brake pedal feel soft? Might mean worn pads or bad fluid. Do the headlights flicker at idle? It’s probably a loose alternator belt, a dying alternator or corroded battery terminals. Consider checking off car maintenance items before you leave, because if Old Nellie acts up later, she could ruin your whole vacation. Family photos of America’s purple mountains’ majesty won’t put your relatives to sleep quite as quickly as those taken inside a grimy service station in Panguitch, Utah, while you’re waiting for a mechanic to get your new radiator hose drop-shipped from Fukuoka. Take time, take care, drive safely and we’ll see you out there.

April 2016

Car Care 2016

Routine maintenance can help motorists save money on fuel STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

After a brief respite at the gas pumps we all have noticed the prices creeping higher as we head into the summer travel season months. With that our dollars are getting stretched thin with the higher cost of gasoline, but there are plenty of things we as consumers can do to save a few pennies per gallon by doing some routine maintenance on our vehicles. The U.S. Department of Energy suggest some simple tasks that you or your favorite mechanic can do to ensure you get the most mileage per gallon. One of the more important tasks is to keep your vehicle in tune. One of the typical problems a vehicle that reaches

100,000 or more is a faulty oxygen sensor. The Department of Energy suggests you can improve you gas mileage by as much as 40 percent by having the sensor replaced. The remainder of the tips the Department of Energy offer are just common sense items which could save you up to 12 cents per gallon. The first is properly inflated tires. Under-inflated tires can lower gas mileage by 0.3 percent for every 1 pound per square inch in pressure you are off of the manufacture’s suggested tire pressure, according to the Department of Energy. Typically the proper tire pressure for your vehicle can be found in the driver’s side door jamb.

Secondly, the proper grade motor may make a world of difference. Gas mileage can improve from 1-2 percent by using the manufacturer’s recommended grade of motor oil. Thirdly, a clean air filter can make all the difference in the world -- not so much in terms of gas mileage but acceleration. A clean air filter with fuel-injected computer-controlled gas engines can improve acceleration on the vehicle.

Replace 5 Car Parts For Better Gas Mileage

• Mass Air Flow Sensor: It measures air flow entering the engine and sends that information to the engine computer, which regulates fuel injection, the ignition system and transmission shifting. When it gets dirty, the information it

sends isn’t accurate, affecting fuel economy. • Oxygen Sensor: It monitors exhaust flow before and after the catalytic converter, sending the data to the engine computer, which adjusts the fuel injection level. When it is faulty, the data aren’t accurate. It’s best to replace the sensor on cars with more than 100,000 miles. • Spark Plugs: The spark plugs ignite the air/ fuel mixture in the engine combustion chamber. New spark plugs result in the engine running cleaner and more efficiently. • Air Filter: It filters the air coming into the engine. Dirty filters reduce gas mileage, especially on cars that are 10 years or older. • Tires: Tires provide traction and handling for the car. Tires that are worn, out of alignment or underinflated can reduce fuel economy. Because tires naturally lose air, check pressure monthly to ensure optimum gas mileage and handling. It will also help the tires last longer. Source: Bankrate.com

Tire maintenance is just as vital as engine maintenance STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Tire neglect is a common factor in car accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that nearly 1 in 10 crashes is tire-related. But here’s the good news: many tire-related accidents could be avoided with some simple tire maintenance.

Inflate your tires properly

Tires often lose pressure over time, and underinflated tires can make your car 3 times as likely to end up in a severe crash, according to the NHTSA. Overinflated tires can be a problem, too. It’s easy to avoid tire-pressure peril. Get yourself a handy tire gauge and check your pressure once a month (preferably when the tires are cool and have been sitting for an hour). Make sure the psi matches the number in your vehicle manual or on

the tire sidewall.

Track your tread

Watch for severe damage like punctures, bulges, or cuts in the sidewall. If you’re unsure whether the damage warrants a tire change, check with an expert from a tire shop or a repair shop.

Rotate and realign your tires

When it’s time for new tires, some drivers buy only 2 at a time to save money. But this can leave you at risk. If you replace just the front tires, you could start fishtailing on sharp turns. And if you swap out only the back tires, you could lose traction in wet weather. We recommend biting the (relatively minor but admittedly more costly) bullet and replacing all 4 tires at the same time. It could end up saving you money in the long run by helping you avoid a costly accident. If you opt for only two new tires, however, experts recommend replacing the rear ones.

Your tire tread should be at least 2/32 of an inch deep for safe handling. Here’s a trick to help you measure: stick a penny into a tire groove. If part of Abe’s head is covered, you’re OK. If you can see his entire copper dome, it’s time to replace your tires. Why? In a 2012 NHTSA study, tires with treads shallower than 2/32” factored into significantly more crashes than their properly treaded counterparts. Rotate your tires every 6,000 to 8,000 miles. This helps balance the wear between the front and rear and prevents uneven deterioration. It’s surprisingly easy for wheels to fall out of alignment — sometimes it’s as simple as hitting a pothole.

Look for tire damage

Change all four tires

Driving habits that can extend your tires’ lifespan In addition to maintaining your tires, these good-driving tactics should help extend the life of your tires: Obey speed limits. Faster driving means shorter tread life (not to mention possible increases in car insurance rates if you get a ticket). Avoid sudden stops, starts, and turns. Burning rubber is a great way to quickly ruin those new tires — and it’s an open invitation for any nearby cops. Avoid rubbing against curbs when parking. For all you city dwellers, we know finding an open space can be a long and grueling battle. But when you do find one, take an extra second to park slowly and save your tires from any sidewall cuts or punctures. Load your car with caution. Your car can only carry so much. Check your manual for your vehicle’s load limits and stick to them.

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Car Care 2016

April 2016

It’s never too early to protect your car’s potential resale value STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Few drivers start thinking about resale value when driving a new car off of the dealership lot for the first time. Still enamored with that new car smell, drivers can be excused for not thinking of resale value as they put the pedal to the metal and speed off in their brand new ride. But it’s never too early to start protecting a vehicle’s resale value, especially if you hope to recoup as much of your vehicle investment as possible when the time comes to sell your car or trade it in for a newer model. The following are some ways motorists can protect the resale value of their vehicles from the moment the dealer tosses them the keys. •Keep all maintenance records. New cars typically do not require much maintenance. But drivers should keep records of all work and maintenance done on their vehicles, even if that work does not extend beyond routine tuneups or oil changes. Keeping maintenance records shows prospective buyers you prioritized taking care of the vehicle over the years, and that makes the car or truck more attractive to preowned vehicle buyers who want to avoid buying a lemon or a car that has not been taken care of. •Don’t overlook looks. Looks can be deceiving, but new car buyers who eventually plan to sell their vehicles should do all they can to keep the car looking as new as it did the day it was first driven off the dealership lot. Much like homeowners benefit when selling a home with curb appeal, a car that looks good gives buyers the impression that it was well taken care of. But a dirty car or one with lots of dings and dents is a red flag to preowned car buyers. •Keep a clean interior. New car owners typically maintain some strict rules with regard to food and beverages in their vehicles. After all, no one wants

their brand new car to succumb to stains or spills. But the longer drivers have a car the more lax they tend to become with regard to allowing food and drinks into their cars, and that can ultimately hurt the resale value of the vehicle. Maintain a clean interior whether you just bought the car or have driven it for a few years. Much like an impressive exterior leaves a lasting impression, a clean interior that has not succumb to coffee stains or muddy boots is more likely to impress buyers than a car with an interior that has seen better, cleaner days. •Drive defensively. It’s not just what you do to a car but how you drive the car that can affect its resale value. Driving defensively reduces your risk of accident, and an accident-free preowned vehicle is a top priority for potential buyers. But driving defensively also reduces wear and tear on your vehicle, as over time constant stop-andgo, aggressive driving takes its toll on vehicle engines and other components. •Periodically examine the vehicle history report. Today’s preowned car buyers know to ask for a vehicle history report before buying a car. If your vehicle history report contains any suspicious or inaccurate information, you may be forced to sell the car for less than it’s worth or delay selling until you can have any issues corrected. That won’t necessarily happen overnight, but you can avoid dealing with a host of issues all at once by periodically examining the vehicle history report. Any discrepancies on the report can be brought to the attention of your insurance company, who can then work with you to correct the issues and restore your vehicle’s reputation. Resale value may not be foremost on the minds of new car owners, but the earlier buyers begin to factor resale value into their car-care routines, the more they will benefit down the road.

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