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Hammock: Cast iron pipe needs to go
By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
Mayor Johnny Hammock told the Tallassee City Council during Tuesday evening’s work session the city needs to replace some underground cast iron pipes carrying natural gas with more modern and efficient materi-
al. Hammock requested $200,000 to replace old cast iron pipes that run adjacent to Notasulga Road from Hilltop Grocery to Britt Veterinary Services in the Carrville area of the city. “We are losing thousands of dollars through those pipes, specifically in the carrying system,” Hammock said.
pipes removed and replaced with plastic,” he said. “This is something that may not be finished in my lifetime, but at least we can get a start on it.” Cast iron was largely used for pipes until the 1980s. It was the preferred pipe material throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Cast iron is an alloy See PIPE • Page A2
“That is the area with the most leaks.” According to Hammock, the city owns and operates roughly 30 miles of cast iron pipes that carry natural gas to its residents. However, much of that gas never makes it into homes because it escapes through cracks in the eroded cast iron pipe. “Eventually, I want all the cast iron
Local hospice care seeking volunteers
Tallassee recycling center to close Sept. 14
By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
Those planning to make a trip to the local recycling center need to act fast because the facility is set to close in less a month. The Tallassee City Council voted to close it during Tuesday’s work session, sighting large operating losses. Collected recyclables are purchased by China and shipped overseas for recovered materials and later redistributed around the world. However, recent tariffs have put a heavy burden on recycling centers, like the one in Tallassee. “We were getting $80 a ton from China for the recycled paper,” Tallassee Mayor Johnny Hammock said. “It costs us $90,000 a year to operate the center but we do not make anywhere close that. Instead of $80 a ton, China is now only paying $30 a ton for recycled paper. That’s a huge difference in cost.” See RECYCLING • Page A2
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Last season stars of the hunting show DoeNation, Brett Williams and Steven Caudle, delivered locally harvested venison to the Elmore County Food Pantry in Wetumpka and to the Bread of Life Ministry at Carrville Baptist Church in Tallassee.
‘More than a show’ DoeNation debuts second season, stars call it a ‘ministry’ By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
The guys at DoeNation are back at with a new season of their locally famous television show suitably titled, “DoeNation Outdoors.” And while the hunting show’s popularity
Auditions for ‘The Magic of Christmas’ will be held at the Superintendent’s House located at 1 Freeman Ave. on Sunday, Sept. 9 from 1:30 to 6 p.m. and Tuesday, Sept. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
seems to grow with each new episode, stars of the show, Bret Williams and Steven Caudle, say they have an underlying mission with farreaching effects. “‘DoeNation Outdoors LLC’ is more than a hunting show, it is a hunting show with a See DOENATION • Page A2
Community Hospice Care is once again seeking those who have a passion for helping others. The community organization will hold its Kick-Off into Community Service Tuesday, Aug. 28 at the 1220 Café on Gilmer Avenue in Tallassee from 4 to 6 p.m. “People can come and go between 4 and 6 p.m.,” Community Hospice Care’s Laura Leigh Peters said. “Stop by, have a bite to eat and see what volunteer opportunities we have available.” This event is open to anyone who is 16 and older and who would like to give freely of his or her own time while making a positive impact on someone’s life at a time when it is needed most. There will be free refreshments available also. There are several ways See VOLUNTEERS • Page A2
Casting call for upcoming Christmas performance set for September By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
The holiday season is approaching, and this year people from Tallassee and surrounding communities can look forward to a special play written especially for that magical time of year. Auditions are coming up for “The Magic of Christmas,” an original play
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S EAN D IETRICH Sean of the South
Singer, Songwriter and Storyteller
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 • 7:00 PM Tickets: $25
Please visit our website mtvernontheatre.net
written by Adrian Lee Borden, which will be presented by the Friends of Tuckabatchee and the Tallassee Historical Preservation Society. “This production, a fun, warm holiday show with dynamic characters and quintessential Christmas songs, will be a joy for the community to be involved in. We are looking for actors, singers and people See CASTING • Page A2
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