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Above: Students at Stephens Elementary School watch the solar eclipse Monday afternoon. Below: This composite image of two photos taken seconds apart at vastly different exposures through a No. 10 welder’s lens shows Smith Mountain Fire Tower and the Monday’s solar eclipse. The image is a representation created by using multiple images. More photos can be seen inside on Page 11.

ALL EYES ON THE ECLIPSE Monday’s solar eclipse brings excitement, wonder to locals By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

Monday’s solar eclipse inspired a overwhelming sense of awe and amazement as the moon moved across the sky, obscuring the light from the sun and plunging towns in the path of totality into momentary darkness. While Alexander City did not experience a total eclipse like other cities across the country did, the partial eclipse still elicited excitement from those who made their way outside Monday afternoon. In the downtown area, local residents gathered on the sidewalks near the Court Square, watching the moon make its way across the solar disk. City firefighters joined the throng, stepping into the parking lot in front of Fire Station No. 1 to get a better look at the event. See ECLIPSE • Page 11

Five parcels of residential property were declared public nuisances by the Alexander City City Council Monday night, allowing the city to move forward with cleanup efforts and bill the owners for the work. The council voted 5-0, with Council President Tommy Spraggins absent, to move forward with weed abatement procedures on property located at 69 LaFayette Street, 143 Forrest Street, 49 Forrest Street, 453 11th Avenue South and 992 King Street. Resident and Front Porch Show host Kenny Dean spoke in favor of the declaration, especially on the LaFayette Street property. “It is terrible to see property to get to this point,” Dean said. I know there is a limit to what the city can do, but this process here is a good way to get it done. I don’t know what else could be done – maybe bring it into the entertainment district and hold a Halloween haunted house there. That’s about the only other thing I can think of to do with it.” This was the third round of recent citations taken up by the council as enforcement of the city’s weed abatement ordinance has been stepped up. “This is working,” Councilman Tim Funderburk said. “When this list was first put together, we had 10 properties on the list. When the owners were notified, five of them took care of the issues.” The council also voted 5-0 to start the public nuisance declaration process on See COUNCIL • Page 2

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Dadeville man arrested after bizarre Saturday incident By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Justin O’Neal Burns was arrested by the Dadeville Police Department Saturday evening after holding law enforcement at bay in a Dadeville neighborhood. “We had a number of calls of him threatening family members,” said Dadeville Police Department Assistant Chief Chris Martin. “We tried to make contact with him and he took off.” Martin explained that Burns appeared to be in an altered state and with several reports of See ARREST • Page 9

Police identify toddler who drowned in Tallapoosa River Soap Box Derby makes for a day full of fun in Dadeville Brady Knox races during the first annual Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby on Saturday. More photos can be seen inside on Page 10.

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The body of an 18-month-old boy who had fallen into the Tallapoosa River Saturday afternoon as waters rose swiftly was recovered by law enforcement officials late Saturday evening. The discovery of the child’s body came after Tallassee Police Department personnel received a call from a resident who reported seeing what they believed to be the boy’s body in an area not far from where he was last seen. See DROWNING • Page 9

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The first annual Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby kicked off Saturday with around 30 children and their cars ready to race down Columbus Street next to the Dadeville Cemetery and the football stadium. At the top of the hill, cars of all shapes and sizes were lined up. There were some built in a

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selling clothing ranging from dresses to Dadeville baseball caps. “There are close to 30 cars here today,” event organizer Marrell Ward said. “There are no words to say how much of a thrill this gave me to see.” Shortly after 1 p.m., the races kicked off, as each featured two cars dueling for the win and the chance to move that much closer to the championship. See DERBY • Page 10

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Obituaries Mrs. Wanda Lou Powell Jones 1940 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mrs. Wanda Lou Powell Jones, 76, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Rocky Creek Baptist Church. Rev. Harold Cummings and Bro. Ray Dunn will officiate. Burial will follow in the Rocky Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 21, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Jones passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at her residence. She was born on August 30, 1940 in Tallapoosa County, Alabama to James Vesper Powell and Mary Hannah Harris Powell. She was an active member of Rocky Creek Baptist

Ms. Ruby Gaston 1941 - 2017 Funeral Service for Ms. Ruby Sims Gaston, 76, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at the Flint Hill United Methodist Church. Rev. John Hill and Bro. Mike Wells will officiate. Burial will follow in the Flint Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 20, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Flint Hill United Methodist Church. Ms. Gaston passed away on Friday, August 18, 2017 at UAB Palliative Care. She was born on

Church. She owned and operated Warrior Snack Center in Perryville for many years. Prior to that she worked with several local retail stores and sewing factories. She loved yard sales, reading, watching western movies, and traveling. She dearly loved her family, especially the grandchildren, and was the glue that held them all together. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Joe W. Jones of Cowpens; daughters, Andrea Dawn Jones and Jennifer Jones Woodruff (Steve) both of New Site; Grandchildren, Jacob Kimbrel, Trey Beeghly, Hannah Kimbrel and Andrew Beeghly; sisters, Helen Faye Boyd of Alexander City, and Karen Jean Ard of Pell City; sisters-in-law, Annie Faye Jones of Daviston, and Elizabeth Huett (Jimmy) of New Site; brothers-in-law, Lavell

Jones (Diane) and Darryl Jones both of Daviston and Ricky Jones of Cartersville, GA; a host of nieces, nephews and many special friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, James Adrian Powell and George Robert Powell. The family will accept flowers or memorial contributions may be made to Southern Care Hospice 124 Aliant Parkway, Alexander City, AL 35010. The family would like to express their thanks to the nurses and staff of Southern Care Hospice, special niece Kem Jones, and the wonderful neighbors of the Cowpens Community. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome.com.

June 2, 1941 in Goodwater, Alabama to Warner Russell Sims and Mamie Mary Sims. She was an active member of Flint Hill United Methodist Church and an active member in Gaston the choir. She was also a charter member of Klassic Kruiser Car Club. Ms. Gaston enjoyed traveling to various locations by bus and was a member of the 50 Plus Travel Group A. She is survived by her Husband, Wood Gaston, Jr. of Alexander City; Daughter, Amy Gaston (Britt) Baker of

Birmingham; Grandchildren, Hannah C. Baker, and Emma G. Baker; Sisters, Lucille Harris, Annie Ruth (Walt) Elbinger, Imogene Carlton, and Margaret Horn; and Sisters-in-law, Eula Mae Sims, Justine Sims, and Karen Sims. She was preceded in death by her parents; Brothers, W. R. Sims, Jr., Roy Sims, and Robert Earl Sims. In lieu of flowers the family request contributions be made to the cemetery fund at Flint Hill UMC. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome.com.

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Council properties at 167 Fairlane Circle, 652 Oak Street, 470 Joseph Street, 336 Valley Road, 68 S Street as well as a Habitat for Humanity lot on I Street. Two of those properties are at businesses located in the former Russell Corp. complex. With Monday’s vote, a public hearing will set on those properties for Sept. 18. “I think this is a good thing,” Council member Buffy Colvin said. “We all want our neighborhoods to be safe and attractive and when one near you goes down, it does have an impact. Some people have said we need to look at some of our own properties. I think it’s important that we make sure that we are enforcing the law equally and that everyone is treated fairly.” The council held a public hearing on rezoning for property at 1621

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Heatherwood Drive in Alexander City and then consider an ordinance to change the zoning of that parcel from B-2 General Business to R-3 High Density Residential. Zoning Board Chair Mark Lamborne said that this move clears up a mistake on the zoning map. In other business the council voted 5-0 to approve: • A resolution to award bid for requisition 17-13, HWY 63 S Pump Station Improvements Project, Waste Water Treatment. Mark Johnson Construction of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, submitted the lowest bid in the amount of $217,600. • A resolution to award bid for requisition 17-19, Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) Equipment, Police Department. Emergency Lighting by Haynes of Montgomery, Alabama

submitted the lowest bid, saying it will outfit eight police vehicles at a cost of $9,703 each at a total cost of $77,624. That bid was about $51,000 less than the closest competitor. • A resolution to authorize the Mayor to execute a grant application for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program. The city and the county will share a grant of about $12,000, which can be used for law enforcement equipment. The grant is awarded with no local match requirement. • A request to approve an Alcohol License application for Salwa Enterprises, LLC. which operates Cherokee Food Mart at 947 Cherokee Road. • A request to approve the receipt of funds to upgrade the lighting at the

Charles E. Bailey Sportplex Stadium. The project is a $140,000 project and groups that use the Sportplex have pledged to raise $70,000, Parks and Recreation Director Sonny Wilson explained. • A request to approve the receipt of funds for the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex Miracle Field. This is from donations from the schools who hope to be able to use the field when it is complete. It was also announced that $30,000 was raised at a weekend benefit. • A request to approve the receipt of funds that were donated by Commissioner T.C. Coley for the Cooper Rec. Zumba Class Youth Program. • A request to approve the 34th Annual National Night Out event. The event is tentatively planned for Oct. 3 from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Davis Burnett, above, 10, looks over the atlatl of Pete Dunaway, left, while Butch Fuller top teaches Boy Scouts several ways to start a fire. The Tennessee militia was on hand to give a cannon and musket demonstration.

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park honored its past Saturday with a history lesson.

Police Reports Alexander City Police Department August 20

• Justavian Tyrick Norris, 20, of Alexander City was arrested for bail jumping. • Jacob Timothy Garner, 21, of Auburn was arrested for driving under the influence alcohol. • Demito Alaindele Thomas, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Brandon Alexander Riggans, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for burglary and possession of a controlled substance. • Cheryl Denise George, 30, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence and disorderly conduct. • John Hunter Manley, 19, of Pelham was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. • Earl Deangelo Spivey, 32, of Goodwater was arrested for possession of synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia. • Assault was reported on K Street. • Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported on Highway 280. • Domestic violence was reported on K Street. • Domestic violence was reported on East Pine Street. • Domestic violence was reported on North Central Avenue. • Harassment was reported on Equal Club Road. • Burglary and possession of a controlled substance was reported on B Street. • Domestic violence was reported on I Street. • Possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported at River North Marina. • Disorderly conduct was reported on Carolyn Road. • Domestic violence was reported on Jones Road. • Domestic violence was reported on Pecan Heights. • Domestic violence was reported on B Street. • Possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia was

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August 19

• Michael Donzell Allen, 44, of Alexander City was arrested for public intoxication. • Willie Lee Smoot, 57, of Alexander City was arrested for public intoxication. • Jennifer Ann Kelly, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Michael Christopher Fuller, 46, of Alexander City was arrested for public intoxication and open possession of alcohol. • Roderick Forlanda Sweetwyne, 46, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • David Michael McCain, 38, of Daviston was arrested for bail jumping. • Swenja Jeanese Johnson, 45, of Alexander City was arrested for assault. • Ida Lakecia Crowe, 39, of Sylacauga was arrested for public intoxication. • Fleeing/attempting to elude a law enforcement officer was reported on N Street. • Domestic violence was reported on K Street. • Public intoxication was reported on Adams Court. • Public intoxication was reported on County Road. • Public intoxication and open possession of alcohol was reported on Hillabee Street. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported on Highway 63. • Theft and criminal mischief was reported on Coley Creek Road. • Criminal mischief was reported on Fish Pond Road. • Public intoxication was reported on Court Square. • Domestic violence was reported on Dadeville Road.

August 18

• Tonya Fay Brown, 36, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Jacobi Keshaun Thomas, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for disorderly conduct. • Amesha Shonquil Johnson, 28, of Alexander City was arrested for assault. • Possession of

marijuana was reported on County Road. • Harassment was reported on Alabama Street. • Possession of a forged instrument was reported on Highway 280. • Harassing communications was reported on Scott Road. • Unlawful breaking and entering was reported on Jefferson Street. • Criminal trespass was reported on Coley Street. • Criminal mischief was reported in the 2400 block of Jefferson Street.

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• A resident of Highway 22 East in Daviston filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of New Hope Circle in Dadeville filed a report for assault.

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ave you ever gone to a community event and the second you arrived you felt an excitement and electricity in the air that just made you realize instantaneously that you were about to be part of something special? Those who made their way to the Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby in Dadeville Saturday likely experienced that feeling. More than a thousand people attended the event which featured bouncy houses, food vendors, games for the kids, fire trucks, local law enforcement displays and some incredible races featuring kids and cars that were made with love and creativity. Marrell Ward was the driving force behind the derby and he deserves a standing ovation. It was his idea, but Ward did far more than just concentrate on the big picture. He worked tirelessly lining up vendors and volunteers, collecting all the things that were needed for the race and even building seven cars for kids to drive in the race. To see the smiles on the faces of the drivers as they flew down the hill was an incredible sight. The Dadeville Police Department even had its speed trailer on site so they could see how fast they were going. There was one heat where the number clicked over the 20 mph plateau to 21 mph and the winner pumped his fist and let out a yell. Then there was the winner Chariot Ward, laying down inside her car relaxing just before the races began. She had on her Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby T-shirt and her face was painted from a booth at the festival that happened all around the racetrack. “This is the comfiest I have been all day,” she said. To see the dads and friends who helped build the cars with the kids talk about how they were constructed and how they fine-tuned them for race day was special. Imagine how much quality time between kids and adults went into the cars and the races. Isn’t that refreshing? Congratulations to all involved in the Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby. The drivers, car builders, parents, organizers, vendors, exhibitors, volunteers, local first-responders and spectators all created something special. You should all be proud.

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n the wake of the tragic events in Charlottesville, Virginia – in response to the anger, violence and loss of life - many communities across the country are leading prayer vigils. I think that is a grand idea. I’m no theologian or philosopher, but at the age of 55, one thing has become evident. There is good in this world and there is evil - there is love and there is hate - and with every decision we make every moment of every day, we are moving toward one and away from the other. Greek philosophers had names for what is good. They believed that prudence, temperance, courage and justice were virtues that all people longed for and should strive to master. By mastering these virtues, we are better able to do good works. And while we’re striving for good, we need to fight the bad: excessive pride, envy, gluttony, lust, anger, greed and sloth. These are known as the Seven Deadly Sins. To be sure, this world is a battleground between good and evil, love and hate. That battle rages in every human heart. We saw hatefulness and violence rear its ugly head in Charlottesville, and we must denounce it forcefully. And we must also pray. Prayer, according to Dictionary.com, is a “petition or entreaty.” It is a conscious attempt to embrace good and

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root out evil by asking God to give us the grace to do so. To me, prayer is like tuning a radio. It is a deliberate, conscious effort to hear and understand with greater clarity what good and truth and beauty are, and then, hopefully, align ourselves and our actions with them. Hopefully, with prayer, we become more understanding, forgiving, loving and peaceful. Some may think the concept of prayer is silly that reaching out to a higher power to get closer to truth is silly. But you know in your own heart that it makes sense - that we all long to be more virtuous in our deeds. Would you really enjoy a movie in which the star is a coward who runs off when the pressure gets tough? Would you root for a character motivated by hatred, or for one who risks everything for love? We are always moved by the hero who risks his or her life to achieve a greater good. We always root for the hero who is willing to die because of the power of love and good and right, not hate. The trouble is, even the most virtuous among us struggle to do good all the time, which is why we must

pray. I’m not very skilled at praying - I certainly struggle to embrace the virtues taught to me by my Catholic faith - but I pray for the grace to become more kind, giving and understanding. I pray that those in my country whose hearts are filled with anger and hate will be given the grace they need to overcome these emotions. I pray that our growing polarization and lack of civility in our politics give way to peaceful, constructive discussion and unity, so we may address the many other real challenges we are up against. Multiple scientific studies confirm that people who pray recover more quickly from health issues than those who do not. Studies show also that people who have others praying on their behalf heal more quickly than those who do not. Hopefully, the many prayer vigils taking place around the country will give all of us greater grace to become more virtuous - to become more understanding, forgiving, loving and peaceful. Let us pray. Tom Purcell is a Pittsburgh Tribune-Review humor columnist and is nationally syndicated exclusively by Cagle Cartoons Inc. Send comments to Tom at Tom@ TomPurcell.com.

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Dear Editor, Voting is one of the most important rights that we, as Americans, are afforded and it is a privilege to know that in 2017 my voice and vote does matter. Many registered voters came out to cast votes, however, there were so many who didn’t feel the need nor concern to allow their voices to be heard. It seems that the true, genuine meaning of exercising the right to vote is being diminished to such a lower or substandard level. Many, not all Republicans and Democrats are lashing out at each other as our children and future generations view negativism and sometimes derogatory remarks spoken. It’s time for the two parties to make peace – agree to get along in a civilized manner for the good and edification of our Great Nation. It’s OK to be a Democrat if that’s your choice and it’s OK to be Republican if that’s your choice. When the ballot voting has been cast and the person who represents the winning part, it is the best interest of the United States of America, for everyone to work toward bettering our country than bickering and showing strife. Let’s provoke our elected officials whether Democrat or Republican to be leaders with integrity, respect and have a whole-hearted, sincere desire to get to the real business facing our cities, states, country and world affairs. I Corinthians 3:1-11 speaks

of the writings of Paul to citizens who had spirit of strife, envy, division and bickering about whose side they were on. Some were for Paul, others for Apollos, yet they all were suppose to be doing Kingdom work for the gospel of Jesus Christ. In the midst of talking Democrat and Republican and voting, one may wonder how did Paul’s writing to the Corinthians have anything to with the topic at hand. Well, as today we in a natural and spiritual sort of way prompted me to include this scriptural passage. Arguments arrived about Paul’s way versus Apollos’ way who were both sharing some gospel and working for the same purpose. One plants, others water but God gave the increase. Because of immaturity and fleshly people halting the work of the Lord, those in dire need of help were not getting a genuine gospel representation. As I look at our political system, I see the turmoil and bickering amongst the Democrats and Republicans, not all, I am saddened that as Americans we allow parties to cause us to at times bring shame to our country. Because the dissension, confusion, filibustering, nonproductivity, stunted growth, shot down of important issues are occurring. Everyone eventually loses when neither Democrats nor Republicans may be willing to move on to work toward the benefit of

People who trusted and voted for the leaders to represent fairly in office act with these behaviors. As stated above, everyone eventually loses. Sometimes, bickering, strife, confusion and real tragedies occur causing Democrats or Republicans to switch over to opposite sides of party lines because hands are tied and strife so severe that real governmental laws and issues can’t get passed or pushed through to the next level. America, do we wonder why our children and future generations may get confused and many choose not to get involved in our political system because they see how adults act as politicians and leaders today? Isn’t this a time for change? A truce needs to come forth for adults to cut out the name calling, blame games and just do the right thing. Whatever happened to different parties agreeing to race each other but vote on issues deemed appropriately for the good of all and stop the stupidity! Hey, read my words. America, we are all one with different voices and opinions that our Constitution allows us to freely voice. We can do better. Divided we fall with hatred, bullying. Parties will not build up our character, morale and nation. Respectfully yours, Teresa Harrell Moten Evangelist Alexander City

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VOLUNTEER TRAINING: Volunteer Connections is recruiting volunteers to assist with the January through April 2018 free tax assistance program. A pre-training class will be held Tuesday, Aug. 22 and again Wednesday, Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you are interested in participating in one of these classes of for more information please call VCCA at 256-234-0347 or email at vcca.al@gmail.com. ORIGINS OF THE BIBLE: The Samford Ministry Training Institute is an extremely practical program that is designed for both ministers and laypeople, combining solid teaching with minimal assignments that won’t overload your schedule. Classes are simple and affordable. Each class is eight weeks and requires reading only one book. The classes are taught at the Tallapoosa Baptist Association building on Highway 280 in Jackson’s Gap, and are open to Christians from all denominations. The next class starts on Tuesday, Aug. 22 and is entitled “The Origins of the Bible”. We will discuss the inspiration of Scripture, how the Bible was collected into a “canon”, how the books of the Bible were copied and passed down, and much more! To register online, go to www.samford.edu/programs/ministrytraining-institute/. For more info about the upcoming class, call Pastor Matt Haines at 256-234-2408. CHURCH REVIVAL: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is hosting its annual revival services August 21-23 at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest minister will be Rev. MacArthur Moss. Edward Milner is pastor.

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Today’s Anniversaries

Mr. and Mrs. Farris Foresman, Randy and Martha Moe, Jamie and Josie Sims and Jessie and Katie Foster are celebrating their anniversaries today.

August 22-24

CITY WIDE REVIVAL: The Alex City Ministerial Association is hosting a city wide revival at the GAP Fellowship Church August 22-24 at 6:30 p.m. On Tuesday, Rev. Josh Sammons of Hillabee Baptist Church, Wednesday will be Bishop W.T. Traylor of Liberty Life Christian Center and Thursday Rev. Mike Jackson of Flint Hill United Methodist Church. AL 96175

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Thursday, August 24

UNDERAGE DRINKING FOCUS GROUP: The East Alabama Mental Health Center at 287 North Tallassee Street in Dadeville is hosting an underage drinking and substance abuse focus group August 24 at 6 p.m. Questions can be directed to 334742-2112 or prevention@eamhc.org.

Friday, August 25

REUNION: All former Jaycees and Jayceettes are invited to a reunion Friday, Aug. 25 at noon at Jake’s. It will be Dutch treat. Contact Joan Morgan at 256-234-2166, Sandra Harris at 256-212-4100 or Rita Barry at 1-205-907-0005 for more information.

Saturday, August 26

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park. FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have Family Game Night Bingo from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26. Begin with hot dogs, pizza, chips, and soft drinks.

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Love Shaun McKinney holds up a 52-inch long timber rattler that he killed near his father’s home on Coosa County Road 50 near Kellyton Monday morning. The snake had three rattlers.

6:30 p.m. at Marshall Street Church of God. The meal will be a choice between pork chop or chicken with two vegetables, dessert and drink. The cost is $15 per person. Please respond ASAP to Pastor Mike Waldrop at radcom2jc@gmail com or leave a message at 256-3924950. JOB FAIR: The will be a job fair at the Alexander City Sportplex at 1685 Riding Arena Monday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday, September 3

PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: The Mt. Zion East Baptist Church on StillWaters Drive is celebrating the 14th pastoral anniversary of Rev. Sis. Jimmy Thomas Sunday, Sept. 3 at 2 p.m. Guest minister will be Rev. J.C. Fryer of Pine Hill Baptist Church in Phenix City. Everyone is invited. ANNUAL HOMECOMING EVENT: Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church will be hosting their Annual Homecoming Event Sunday, Sept. 3 at 10:30 a.m. There will be no evening services on this day. Mountain Community Amazing Grace Minister will provide the music and lunch will be served following morning services. Everyone is welcome to join for this special occasion of worship, music and fellowship. Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church is located in Mountain Community in Clay County. PASTORAL APPRECIATION: St. John A.M.E. Church in Socapatoy is hosting the 22nd Pastoral Appreciation of Rev. and Sister James R. MoCoy Sunday, Sept. 3 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Minster Kelvin Woods of St. Mary Baptist Church in Lincoln.

Wednesday, September 6

GRIEFSHARE: The Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church, next door to Russell Medical is hosting GriefShare. GriefShare is a grief recovery support group to find help and healing for the hurt of losing a love one. The 13 week curriculum uses videos and workbooks led by experts in the field of recovery. It starts Sept. 6 with meetings Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To register or for more information call 256-234-2455,

Sunday, August 27

CHURCH HOMECOMING: River Road Baptist Church at 148 Dean Road is hosting a homecoming Sunday, Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. with Rebecca Futral and ‘Just One’ in concert. A love offering will be taken. A covered dish lunch will be served at noon. Margaret Thornton is music director and Dr. Albert Pike is pastor. Everyone is invited.

Monday, August 28

MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION: The Alex City Area Ministerial Association is hosting a dinner for ministers and spouses August 28 at

Thursday, September 7

DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP: The Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church is hosting a divorce support group Sept. 7 from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. to focus on helping separated and divorced individuals get through the difficulties of a broken marriage. The group will meet every Thursday through Oct. 19. PTSD SUPPORT GROUP: The Trinity Campus of the First United Methodist Church is hosting a post traumatic stress support group starting Sept. 7 and every Thursday

through Oct. 19 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The group is for anyone who needs support in dealing with post traumatic stress.

Saturday, September 9

PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Comer Methodist Men’s Club is hosting a pancake breakfast Sept. 9 from 6 to 10 a.m. Eat in or carry out for $6 a plate.

Sunday, September 10

CHURCH HOMECOMING: New Style Baptist Church is celebrating its 121st Homecoming Service Sunday, Sept. 10 at 2:30 p.m. The church is located at 294 Coosa County Road 20 in Equality. There will be fellowship and dinner after the service. Guest minister will be Pastor Cameron Thomas of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Cropwell. Pastor Richard Ellis Taylor is minister.

September 11-13

EMPOWERMENT SERVICES: New Style Baptist Church will be hosting Christian education empowerment services Sept. 11-13 at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest speaker will be Pastor Carlos Wilson of Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Additional guests include Malcom Cooper and the Soulful Voices of Birmingham and Nicholas Jemison.

Saturday, September 23

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park.

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Saturday, October 14

CAR SHOW: The 37th Annual Custom Car Show at Oktoberfest will be Oct. 14 with registration from 8 a.m. to noon. It is an open show format with a money tree. All cars will be parked on asphalt. For more information contact Danny Pike at 256-496-0024 or danny.pike@alexandercityal.gov. BBQ: The 26th Annual Waverly BBQ at the Waverly Community Center is Oct. 14 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food will be served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. BBQ sandwiches and chips will be $5 or two for $9. BBQ meat is $9 a pound. Whole Boston Butts are $30 with presales available for pickup after 9 a.m. A chicken or pork plate for $9. Stew for $9 a quart. There will also be a silent auction, live auction, quilt raffle, arts and crafts, barnyard bingo and more. For more information call 334-887-7288.

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Saturday, October 21

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Oct. 21 at 5 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park.

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Arrest Burns with a pistol, authorities decided to take him into custody for sake of public safety. Martin said law enforcement first contacted Burns on West Lafayette Street after a call around 4:40 p.m. Saturday and ultimately set up a perimeter in the Green Acres subdivision Saturday evening where Burns was moving from backyard to backyard. Burns was arrested and said he threw the gun in the woods and said he would lead law enforcement back to the gun. In speaking with Burns, law enforcement discovered the gun

Drowning “We resumed the search after we received information that a witness had seen something on the river,” said Tallassee Police Chief Matthew Higgins. “We called Game and Fish to bring us a boat because if that was him we didn’t want to leave him there all night. “We went out conducted a search and performed the recovery. His body was released to the Elmore County Coroner.” On Monday, the Tallassee Police Department identified the toddler as 18-month-old Preston Williams from Phenix City. The young boy’s family members were in Tallassee visiting friends from the area. The recovery efforts had been called off at nightfall after a frantic search that lasted several hours. According to Tallassee Fire Chief Travis Jones, the initial call came in at 1:45 p.m. reporting that the toddler had fallen into the Tallapoosa River at the boat ramp behind AES Industries on Alabama Highway 229, an area near what locals call “Big Eddy.” “Once the family realized the water was rising, they tried to make their way back across the river,” Jones said. “That’s when the situation quickly took a tragic turn for the worst. We believe they slipped and dropped the child in the water.” Divers from the Elmore County Sheriff’s Department arrived around 3 p.m. to begin searching the river for the boy’s body. Several fire departments were on the scene, but the Tallassee Fire Department was first to arrive. “Once we talked to the family and realized the circumstances, we searched the area and it became apparent that

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was hidden in a home occupied by children. “The homeowner consented to a search,” Martin said. “We found the weapon and charged Burns with certain persons forbidden to possess a pistol.” Martin said in addition to Dadeville Police Department, the Jacksons Gap and Camp Hill police departments and the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department helped with the incident that concluded around 7 p.m. Saturday.

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this was a recovery effort and we called the divers,” Jones said. It is believed that the family was on a rock as waters rose quickly after gates at Thurlow Dam were opened upstream at the time the child was swept into the river. Water levels in the river below Thurlow Dam can quickly fluctuate when the dam’s turbines release thousands of gallons of water downstream as the hydroelectric plant generates power. Alabama Power does sound an alarm before releasing water downstream, but the sound only travels so far. This fast rise in the water level has proven to be deadly before. “You can’t hear it this far down river,” Jones said. “We have begged and pleaded to get something down here that will warn people. We did a big risk assessment for this back in 2008. We measured how quickly the water would rise after they turned (the turbines) on.” According to officials, the child was not wearing a lifejacket. Because this is an area of the river frequented by many, there are signs posted warning not to enter the water without a personal floatation device. “Pay attention to the signs,” Jones said. “Heed the warnings, it is so important to wear a lifejacket.” Higgins said the case is not closed. “We’re still looking into everything,” he said. The area of the Tallapoosa Rive, just below Thurlow Dam, has proven to be deadly in the past. Last month, 31 yearold Charles Stewart drowned near this location while kayaking with friends.

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Authorities search for missing boater The ALEA Marine Division and the Alexander City / Tallapoosa County Rescue Squad were called to Lake Martin to investigate and search for a boater who was reported to have gone in the water and was missing early Monday evening. A total of four boats were centering a search in an area of the lake not far from Camp ASCCA. A command post was set up at the City Boat Ramp off Stowes Ferry Landing. As of 9:15 p.m., the search remained active. Check www.alexcityoutlook.com for the latest on the search.

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Derby “It felt good coming down the hill, and I feel lucky that I won,” Hudson Smith from Stillwaters said after coming out on top during the first race of the day. After a multitude of races that slowly whittled down the field of racers, the championship race came down to a car emblazoned with the Nesquik bunny and a car built to look like a kayak, both of which remained undefeated going in to the final race. After several intense and exhilarating moments as the two sped down the hill, the kayak car driven by Ducky Ward’s niece Chariot Ward emerged victorious. Brady Knox in the Nesquik car was awarded second place, while Logan Champion claimed third place in the inaugural Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby. “It feels good to be the winner. My uncle was in it.” Ward said following the race. “My poppa designed the car. He worked night and day on it.” Those in the crowd expressed how much they were enjoying the events of Saturday afternoon. “I feel it’s something good for the community to get out and experience,” Tallapoosa County EMA Director Jason Moran said as he stood near the finish line as the races began. “So far, this has been a pretty nice event. I hope it builds,” said Dadeville Fire Deputy Chief Mike Parker. “I support Mr. Ward, and I think this could be a really good thing for Dadeville.” Parker added that the Dadeville Fire Department officially challenged the Dadeville Police Department to a race during next year’s derby. “I’m not going to be giving away any of our secrets, but they might be in for a surprise,” he said. The Dadeville Fire Department, the Dadeville Police Department and the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department were present and handing out information to the children during the festivities, teaching them about being safe. “We’ve got fire prevention going on,” Dadeville Fire Chief Anthony Wilkerson said. “We have coloring books and kids’ fire hats we’re giving out, teaching them about fire safety.” As the day drew to a close, Ward presented trophies to the racers finishing first, second and third, along with an award for the car named “best in show,” won by Adam Ward. “I want to thank all of our sponsors. Without them, we couldn’t have done it today,” Ward said. “It’s a blessing from God.”

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FUN AT SOAP BOX DERBY

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The first annual Ducky Ward Soap Box Derby was held Saturday in Dadeville. Area children and adults alike had fun at the event. Trophies were presented to the winners.

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At Stephens Elementary School, a multitude of the students went outdoors and watched the event though specialized eclipse glasses, though they went in groups to keep from having everyone outside all at once. Prior to the peak of the eclipse in the Lake Martin area just after 1:30 p.m. Monday, students in Jennifer Pemberton’s STEM class at Radney Elementary School were learning about eclipses through a slide show she had created, discussing the differences between solar and lunar, along with partial and total eclipses. “We’ve also been live streaming videos from NASA,” Pemberton said. Down the hall, Michelle Tuggle’s sixth-grade class had their Apple TV tuned to NASA videos as well, watching as the crowds gathered on the campus of the College of Cliff Williams / The Outlook Charleston in South Carolina stood breathless while the bright afternoon Students at Stephens Elementary School watch the solar eclipse Monday afternoon. became just like night. As the eclipse peaked in Alexander City, Tuggle allowed her students to quietly make their way into the hall and watch the gradual darkening through the large window near her classroom. Following the eclipse, a number of the students in both Tuggle and Pemberton’s classrooms expressed how exciting it was to be a part of this. “It’s pretty much a once-in-alifetime event. You’re really lucky if you get to see it,” said sixth-grader Kade Senn. “We got 90 percent. It wasn’t 100 percent, but it was still really good and really awesome to see,” sixthgrader Grayson Weithoner said. “This was a really big event. It was an amazing thing to see,” added Emma Graham. “It was awesome,” Taeiyah Russell said. “We’ve never seen a solar eclipse before. It was interesting and a great experience to watch.” “It was a very interesting experience,” said Gabe Benton. For those who may have missed Monday’s total eclipse, mark down April 8, 2024. This date marks the next total solar eclipse to occur in the United States, moving southwest to northeast from Mexico to Canada across Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.

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Monday’s solar eclipse was a perfect backdrop for the weather vane atop the First Baptist Church of Alexander City steeple. The picture was taken through a No. 10 welder’s lens about 1:31 p.m. Monday afternoon and the color was adjusted slightly in photoshop to eliminate the green cast from the welder’s lens of the 172 images the clicked, this was one of two where he actually had the vane in focus.

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Sixth-grade students in Michelle Tuggle’s class at Radney Elementary School watch a live stream of Monday’s solar eclipse from Charleston, South Carolina.

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Tuesday, August 22, 2017

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LUKE ROBINSON

USHERING IN A NEW ERA

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Hagen Vickers Splattering of named new thoughts before softball coach football season

’ve got just a few various, cluttered thoughts on the week before game week. • Alabama and Miami are in negotiations to play in the 2021 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Classic. This. Must. Happen. I know Miami hasn’t been the 1992 Miami in a while. The Hurricanes have never even won the ACC since joining umpteen years ago. Still, the storylines are just fantastic: the first MiamiAlabama matchup since the national championship in ’92; Saban’s Miami Dolphin adventure; and the recent run of South Beach area stars Alabama has signed (Amari Cooper and Jerry Jeudy, etc.), just to name a few. I was in the New Orleans Superdome for the epic game in 1992 and it was the best defensive performance I have ever seen on any level. While the 2011 Tide shut out LSU in the same venue, that Tiger team didn’t have the offense of 1992’s Miami. Rest assured, I will find a way to make this game in 2021. • ’Bama will also be playing on a neutral field in 2020. Probably in Dallas (again) and have heard against teams like UCLA, Texas or USC (again). I know some of you want more home-and-home games, but as long as we keep getting these kinds of marquee names to face off, does it really matter where they play? Also, the money is just too much to pass on for the schools. • With the help of my trusty abacus, I have finally determined when Nick Saban will retire: It will be 45 minutes after he produces the next All-American kicker in Tuscaloosa. Saban has been able to do almost anything at the Capstone, but a consistent kicking game has eluded him for the most part. Leigh Tiffin was underrated for sure, but he had some iffy moments as well. Here’s where it should be noted Daniel Carlson grew up an Alabama fan. • LSU’s Arden Key is now apparently out for the Tigers’ first game against BYU. There is at least some angst in Baton Rouge about whether the star defensive end will play this year at all. Without Key, I am not sure LSU can finish in the top three of the Western Division, much less challenge for the SEC crown. With LSU’s issues (they have also lost a starter on the offensive line), there is no reason the Iron Bowl should not determine the SEC West. Just what we need around here: more stress. • Just a reminder, I predicted the College Football Playoff teams to be Alabama, Washington, Ohio State and Oklahoma State. I still feel good about these four. I am not changing my predictions. Until after the first week, probably. Luke Robinson is a regular columnist and contributor to Lake Martin Living and BMetro.

By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

After two very successful seasons at the helm of Horseshoe Bend’s softball team, including a run to third place in the AHSAA Class 2A tournament this past season, David Caldwell has left his head coaching position. A longtime head coach for Dadeville’s baseball team, Caldwell will still be seen around the Horseshoe Bend diamond this spring, only this year he’ll be helping out as an assistant with the baseball team. Last week, Hagen Vickers, daughter of Kim Vickers, was named the new head coach of Horseshoe Bend’s softball team. She will be assisted by Brannon Bynum. “I felt that with all of the talent we lost, we’ll be in a rebuilding process for at least a year, maybe two,” Horseshoe Bend Principal James Aulner said. “I wanted somebody I felt could make a commitment for more than a year and someone who has played some ball. Both these girls played college ball, so hopefully, they’ll be here a couple years and help rebuild the program to where it was last year.” Vickers was a Generals softball player herself under Kim Vickers, who was coach for 14 seasons. Hagen also played volleyball and basketball at Horseshoe Bend before advancing to play both volleyball and softball at Central Alabama Community College. She was an assistant coach at Benjamin Russell before coming to Horseshoe Bend, where she is also a biology teacher. Bynum actually played against Vickers during their high school days, as Bynum played softball at Dadeville before attending CACC.

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Above: Horseshoe Bend was second in the regional tournament and third at state last season. Below: Hagen Vickers, right, has been named the new head coach of Horseshoe Bend’s softball team, while Brannon Bynum will be her assistant.

“I think as far as it goes with both of us coming in new and fresh, I think it’ll be a good start for (the players) and us all at the same time to make this transition together,” Vickers said. With the graduation of Kynsley Blasingame, the reigning Outlook Player of the Year and Class 2A Pitcher of the Year as well as a longtime starter for the Generals, there’s certainly some questions moving forward. But Vickers isn’t going to let that bring her down. “Honestly, I’m really excited about it,” she said. “Kynsley is a great girl and a great athlete, but now it’s an opportunity for these girls to step up and say, ‘Now this is about us.’ They’re not going to be depending so much on a pitcher, but they’re going to have to hit. They’re going to have to learn and bring it upon themselves to let it be their time to shine. A new day is a good way to put it.” Although Horseshoe Bend lost a lot in Blasingame and starting catcher Taylor Walton, it actually returns the majority of its players from a very successful team last season. Because of the size of the school,

many of those same athletes are also playing for the volleyball team, so Vickers and Bynum haven’t had too much time to interact with the players on a one-on-one basis, but they’re excited to implement their coaching styles on the program. “We’re young but we’ve played the game and have a love of the game, so we want the girls to understand that and enjoy it,” Bynum said. “Growing up, we had so many different coaches. From playing travel ball to watching Auburn play, having my coach at Dadeville then going to coach (Greg) Shivers at CACC, he’s an awesome coach and a great motivation for the girls, so we’ll be taking from the past and bringing it together to make it our own.”

Nearly $30,000 raised at Dream Field auction By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

More than 200 people purchased VIP tickets to Saturday night’s Dream Field live auction and benefit concert, and the folks at Alexander City Parks and Recreation and Outdoor Friends Forever (OFF) couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome. Between ticket sales and a hugely successful auction hosted by 2017 Alabama Auctioneer of the Year Chuck Bradley, nearly $30,000 was raised to benefit the Dream Field, which will be a multiuse sports field designed for children with disabilities. That $30,000 doesn’t even count a plethora of items that will be sold online as well as an additional fundraiser that has branched out of Saturday’s auction. Items up for auction online will include a Reggie Jackson signed baseball, a Rob Dibble signed baseball, a Robin Ventura signed baseball, a Jim Kaat signed baseball, a Chris Chelios hockey stick, Albert Pujols’ signed cleats (two sold separately), a Cubs signed “W” flag and a Jahlil Okafor signed baseball. Another fundraiser for the Dream Field will begin next week and was birthed after the generosity of an Alex City resident. The winner of the $1,000 Sure Shot gift certificate donated the prize back to the Parks and Rec, which will now sell $5 raffle tickets for the gift certificate. “I do think there are a few changes we’d like to make it if we do it again, but nothing major,” said Kristi Hardy, of Alex City Parks and Rec. “I’ve heard nothing

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Above: Alabama 2017 Auctioneer of the Year Chuck Bradley auctions off a Jose Altuve signed jersey, as displayed by Alex City Parks and Recreation director Sonny Wilson at Saturday night’s benefit for the Dream Field. Below: Jackson Fuller, 10, makes a bid on a baseball during Saturday’s Dream Field benefit auction.

but positive comments from everyone who was there, and I was very pleased with the money we raised. I was guessing we’d raise about $20,000, so when I started adding up and gathering up all the information, I was floored.” Saturday’s auction was also an opportunity to show off the benefits of Outdoor Friends Forever, which gives kids with disabilities the chance to go on guided hunting and fishing trips. One member, Braden Jones, was up on stage with Bradley during a portion of the live auction. Jones has hypophosphatemic rickets, which is essentially pulling calcium and phosphorus from his bones, according to his stepmother Erin Jones.

“Braden has more charisma and courage and drive than anyone I’ve ever met in my life,” Erin said. “There was a point where he got down and struggled with depression before we met Jim Hardy (the organizer of

OFF). Meeting Jim Hardy gave Braden a completely different perspective on life. It’s been amazing to see Braden come out of his shell. Jim and OFF have been a livesaver for our whole family.”