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2017 as seen through the lenses of Outlook staff photographers
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he Lake Martin community experienced an eventful 2017. From triumph to tragedy, to acts of kindness and heroism to the odd and unusual, our area saw it all. More times than not our journalists were there with camera in hand, catching those moments in real time. Today we offer up 2017 in pictures taken by the Outlook staff. This rescue following a plane crash near Dadeville was captured by our Cliff Williams. Engine failure showed to be the cause of a March 28 plane crash that claimed the life of the passenger and pilot. Pilot David Lee Currier died from injuries received in the crash and post-crash fire April 8 at an Atlanta hospital. His wife of 48 years, Jeanette Carol Currier, was pronounced dead at the crash site. For more images reflecting on the year 2017, see Page 10 inside.
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Narcotics, guns seized in drug bust Thursday proved to be a busy day for the Alexander City Police Department and the Tallapoosa Smith County Narcotics Task Force, as they worked at least five separate incidents that led to arrests and the seizure of illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia See BUST • Page 3 Wright
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Officials offer tips to stay safe in cold temperatures By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
While snow continues to fall across the Great Lakes region and New York gets blasted with record low temperatures, Tallapoosa County will be dealing with winter in its own way over the weekend and into the first days of January 2018. Local officials and businesses offered up tips on how to stay safe, both indoors and outside. Tallapoosa County EMA Director Jason Moran released a statement Friday, detailing what information had come down from the National Weather Service in Birmingham. According to his release, Tallapoosa County could see rain and sleet become a problem See COLD • Page 10
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Drinking and driving over New Year’s Eve is costly when it comes to people’s lives, but it can also cost the driver penalty fees. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett and other local law enforcement agencies say that while New Year’s Eve celebrations often include alcohol, drivers should think See SAFETY • Page 3
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AAA and Lake Martin Garage in Jacksons Gap are again teaming in the Tow For Life program where those who may have had too much to drink on New Year’s Eve can qualify for a free tow. Lake Martin Garage owner Mike Crouch said they will pick you up and tow your car for free within 10 miles. Read about some New Year’s Eve events happening in the area on Page 2 inside.
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DEAR ABBY: My partner of 11 years has decided he is no longer in love with me. He says it’s because he thinks I cheated on him. I have told him repeatedly that it didn’t happen, which is the truth. Long story short, he says he wants us to start over as friends and see where things go because he doesn’t want to be in a relationship with anyone right now. However, he’s sleeping with a 22-year-old here in the home we share. I love him so much that it hurts. When I tell him every day that I love him, he tells me he knows. Our relationship hasn’t been a bed of roses, but we did have good times when we were able to do things together. Should I hold out for him, or tell him the “friends” thing is not going to work and cut ties altogether? -CONFUSED AND LOST GUY DEAR GUY: I don’t blame you for feeling confused and lost, considering the mixed
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DEAR ABBY: My family includes a niece and her husband with three kids ranging in age from 8 months to 7 years old. The middle child, a 5-year-old girl, is allowed to choose her own outfits for family gatherings and school, with appalling results. Her hair, which is long and tangled, goes unbrushed. Her ill-fitting clothes are worn and inappropriate for the weather and school. When I discussed it with her parents, their answer fell flat. Because she’s learning to dress herself without parental guidance, she’s not learning what’s appropriate. When they came for Thanksgiving dinner the child showed up in summer clothes -- sleeveless top, thin cotton skirt, etc. By the end of the evening, she appeared ill. I’m surprised neglect charges haven’t been filed against the parents. Any
suggestions to get across to them that their parenting style is lacking? -- WORRIED RELATIVE DEAR WORRIED: Your dilemma isn’t how to get across to the parents that they need to teach their child better fashion choices. If that little girl is going around with tangled hair and summer clothes in cold weather, it may be that her parents are unable or unwilling to give her the basics. I, too, am surprised that the school hasn’t contacted Child Protective Services to do a welfare check. Since they haven’t, you should talk to these parents again and voice your concerns.
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Fermenter’s Market will be welcoming Birmingham musician Trey Lewis as he will be playing music from 8:30 p.m. until midnight. Fermenter’s will be opening at 4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon.
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For local residents who may want to get out of the house and join others in a New Year’s Eve party, there are a few places hosting festivities to help the Lake Martin area ring in 2018. Both Fermenter’s Market in Alexander City and the Rodeo Club in Dadeville will be ushering in the new year with plenty of music and entertainment for guests. Opening at 4 p.m. Sunday afternoon, Fermenter’s will be welcoming Birmingham musician Trey Lewis to town. Lewis will start playing at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, with the music lasting until midnight. Fermenter’s will offer its usual Sunday deals of $2
mimosas and $3 Bloody Marys, and may also consider adding additional drink specials to the menu for the New Year’s Eve celebrations. In the Dadeville area, the Rodeo Club is all set to celebrate the holiday with a special New Year’s Eve party. The bar opens at 8 p.m., and for a $10 cover charge, guests will be able to enjoy the music of the Garrett Miller Band starting at 9 p.m. and lasting until 1 a.m. on New Year’s Day, along with plenty of party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. While locals are strongly encouraged to exercise caution and not drink and drive, parties like these will still give residents the chance to have a little fun to send 2017 out and bring 2018 in with a joyous bang.
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and weapons. As reported first by The Outlook Friday, three separate incidents where synthetic marijuana use led to health issues resulted in two arrests with more possible, but two other Thursday traffic stops also turned up illegal activity and led to the arrest of four men. Alexander City Police Department officers conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle travelling on U.S. Highway 280 after receiving a tip that a vehicle matching the one stopped may be carrying a large amount of drugs. After making contact with the vehicle, a search found about 26 grams of crystal meth, 6 grams of crack cocaine, 48 Ecstasy pills and a SKS assault rifle inside. Investigators with the Tallapoosa Narcotics Task Force were called to the scene and began to process the evidence discovered, according to Sgt. Fred White of the Task Force. As a result of the findings, Marcus Derall Smith, 33, of Goodwater, Derrick Lamar
Russell, 30, of Dadeville, and Johnathan Wright, 40, of Alexander City were arrested and charged with two counts of possession with intent to distribute, possession of controlled substance, possession of marijuana second degree and possession of drug paraphernalia. Smith was also hit with the additional charge of illegal possession of a firearm. In an unrelated traffic stop earlier on Thursday, Alexander City Police Department officers initiated a traffic stop on Hillabee Street. According to White, the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force had advised the patrol division to be on the lookout for a person of interest it had outstanding warrants on. Officers made contact with the vehicle and could smell a strong odor of marijuana coming from inside. The suspect was arrested on the outstanding warrants and during a search of the vehicle about 155 grams of marijuana,
Safety twice about getting behind the wheel after imbibing. “Don’t drink and drive, drive safely and buckle up for safety,” Abbett said. “Obey the traffic laws, if you are going to drink, have a designated driver.” One local business is taking part in a program to help drivers and their vehicles get home safe. To help avoid the high cost of a driving under the influence arrest, the American Automobile Association is continuing its Tow for Life Program again this year. AAA Alabama spokesperson Clay Ingram said this public service program provides free towing services to AAA members and non-members alike to keep impaired drivers off the road, thus saving lives and promoting safe driving. “This is the most dangerous time of the year to be on the roads,” Ingram said. “We want to raise awareness and do anything else possible to prevent people from drinking and driving, and this service should help keep impaired drivers off the roads. We want everyone to get
digital scales, baggies and a Springfield XD 9mm pistol were recovered. Jaylean Raymond Robinson, 22, of Alexander City was arrested and charged with three counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana first degree, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a pistol without a permit. White did not rule out additional arrests. “It was a very busy day,” White said. “The investigation of the illegal trafficking, distribution and possession of narcotics is ongoing in Tallapoosa County. We will see where that leads us.” Also on Thursday, ACPD officers and the Task Force were called to three separate incidents where synthetic marijuana, also known as Spice, Hush or No Show, prompted erratic behavior and health issues. Arrested were 20-year-old Morgan Miller of Alexander City, Patrick Murphy, 24, of Alexander City, James Tucker, 26,
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home safely, so if you or someone you know has too much to drink on New Year’s Eve, just call 1-800-AAA-HELP and we’ll help get you home safely.” The program will begin at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 31, and continues through 6 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Ingram said drivers must be with car upon the tow truck’s arrival and towing is provided at no charge for the first 10 miles. Lake Martin Garage in Jackson’s Gap will take care of local calls to AAA over New Year’s Eve. LMG owner Michael Crouch said his business just wants everyone to stay safe at all times, not just during the holiday season. The number for Lake Martin Garage is 256-825-6139. “We are glad to be participating and working with AAA again this year,” Crouch said. “We want all area residents to start off 2018 safe and healthy. This program can help make that happen and we are glad to be a part of it.” According to a recent AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s Traffic Safety Culture Index,
97 percent of drivers consider impaired driving to be unacceptable, yet Americans continue to drink and drive. “We’ve all heard that a DUI conviction can cost you financially. Legal fees, bail and other related expenses can amount to more than $10,000,” Ingram said. “But impaired driving can have a cost that impacts more than the wallet. Getting behind the wheel after drinking can lead to lifealtering outcomes.” To receive free towing on New Year’s Eve: • Call AAA Alabama at 1-800-222-4357 and ask for Tow-for-Life. The vehicle must be operable to qualify for a free tow. • The operator will ask for the driver’s name, home address, telephone number and exact location of the vehicle and driver. • A tow truck will be dispatched and upon arrival the wrecker driver will ask for identification and the keys to the vehicle. • The vehicle will be towed to the home of the driver or owner if the owner is present. • Towing is provided at no charge up to 10 miles.
COMBINED STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN ALL FUND BALANCE ALL GOVERNMENTAL FUND TYPES, EXPENDABLE TRUST AND AGENCY FUNDS OCTOBER 1, 2016 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 TALLAPOOSA COUNTY COMMISSION – UNAUDITED
of Alexander City and Quinborius Murphy, 26, of Alexander City in the synthetic marijuana related incidents. Synthetic marijuana is a growing problem for area law enforcement. The drug is a combination of herbs and synthetic chemicals, which are changed continually by manufacturers trying to stay a step ahead of law enforcement who have made many of the ingredients illegal. The concoction is supposed to create the same sensation as THC, which is found in marijuana. It’s marketed on the internet as “herbal incense.” According to a report from the Drug Enforcement Administration, many people are home manufacturing the substance and selling it on their own. That, according to the DEA, makes impossible to know what is actually in the mix. The blends are known as Spike, Kush and often generically known on the street as “No Show” because the lure is that they aren’t supposed to be
detectable in drug tests. These chemical compounds are generally found in bulk powder form, then dissolved in solvents, such as acetone, before being applied to dry plant material, like yard clippings and herbs like oregano, parsley, lavender or rosemary to make the “herbal incense” products. That inexact blending is why side effects are so extreme, according to the DEA. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett agrees. “Terrible drug, terrible,” Abbett said. “Actually it has after effects on down the line that you’re actually dealing with in years to come, we don’t know what it’s actually laced with. “Before legislation was passed restricting its distribution in 2012 it had been sold in tobacco stores, at times with a fictitious medical evaluation along with the drug. The Task Force has been very active recently and made multiple arrests related to individuals in possession of Spice or what they are calling No Show.”
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may help them grow their hives and branch out in new directions, there are a number of interesting subjects that will be covered. Dr. Walter Sheppard from Washington State University will be on hand to discuss selective breeding to improve one’s stock and different approaches to keeping bees healthy, while Dan O’Hanlan, a beekeeper and judge from West Virginia, will talk about the bee immunity law in West Virginia that offers legal protection to beekeepers. Along with Sheppard and O’Hanlan’s talks, other key sessions include information on dealing with the Small Hive Beetle, examining honey bee foraging behaviors, increasing bee sustainability, the use of Oxalic acid to protect against the Varroa mite
and what has been going on at the bee laboratory at Auburn University. In addition to these topics, other experienced beekeepers will be in attendance to look beyond what can be done for the bees and their hives. In this section, information will include tips on protecting pollinators with flowering plants, judging showquality honey under the Welsh method and making essential oils and candles from materials found in the hive. For those interested in attending the beekeeping symposium, preregistration is open until Jan. 18 at www.aces.edu. The pre-registration cost is $35 and includes lunch. After the 18th, the cost will increase to $50 and not include lunch, with registration available only at the door.
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he dawn of a new year is upon us and it is cause for a celebration. Another year is in the books and it is a time to think ahead and set goals for what is to come. Regardless of how you plan to celebrate New Year’s Eve, we ask that you plan ahead so that you arrive back home safely. Statistics show that many of the approximately 75 percent of Americans staying up past midnight will include alcohol as part of their celebration. If that’s true for you, line up a cab or designate a driver. The bottom line: If you’re drinking, make sure someone sober is behind the wheel. There are plenty of reasons to think ahead. Making a bad decision involving alcohol and driving can be life-changing – or even life-ending. Consider all the bad things that could happen: • An automatic 30-day suspension of your license if you’re caught. The suspension can be even longer if you’re convicted. • Fines, court costs, lawyers’ fees and bigger insurance premiums. • Medical expenses and, if you hurt someone else, perhaps a lawsuit. • Vehicle impoundment. • Maybe a jail term. • The possibility of living the rest of your life knowing you killed someone. • Or it could be you who dies. Not one of those outcomes is worth a few drinks on New Year’s Eve. If you’re driving this holiday season, even if you aren’t drinking, you should protect yourself as well. Drive defensively, with a safe amount of stopping distance between your car and the car ahead of you. Take special care at intersections, as they may be slippery from traffic and lights can change quickly. And keep your headlights on — whether or not you need them to see, others need them to help see you. The new year is a time for fresh starts and there’s no reason to begin 2017 badly by putting yourself and others in danger because of a lack of foresight.
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he Outlook recently published an article announcing the Alexander City Police Department’s new cruisers that feature a “ghost” decal. This is a light gold, faint decal that reads “POLICE ALEXANDER CITY” and illuminates to be white and completely visible when light hits it. When the article was shared to our Facebook page, readers began commenting away. A few readers said public officials should all be marked in a clearly visible way for safety of the community. Some think it is a sneaky tactic to write more tickets, while others believe the decal looks sharp. Here’s what some of our readers have to say about the new look: “I believe these decals are dumb idea. Police cars should be easier to spot for safety reasons. Not hidden from the public.” — Nathan Hammond “Congratulations ACPD! The new vehicles look awesome ... And are welldeserved! And thanks so much for all every one of you do for our community! Now, my two cents … 1. If a criminal wants to duplicate a police vehicle, they will do so regardless of color
scheme. If the cars are purple and pink polka dots with green and yellow flashing lights, they will duplicate that, as well. But rest assured … If someone is attempting to pass themselves off as an officer in our area, our officers WILL find them!! 2. No one is going to be running around on foot attempting to locate a police vehicle. If they are, they will see it. They aren’t invisible. 3. A police vehicle in plain sight shouldn’t be necessary to cause or encourage citizens to follow traffic laws. We should all follow them at all times; not just when there’s a clearly visible police vehicle on the road. The officers are not just lurking around looking to falsely ticket or imprison innocent people. If you’re not doing anything wrong, it won’t matter. The bottom line is simple … If you do everything
right all the time, then it doesn’t matter if police are scattered among us (visibly or hidden). — Tiffany Martin Bishop “What would improve the moral of the officers more is if the courts would start giving some real time in jail for the repeat offenders. In over 20 yrs of working with law enforcement the biggest let down to the officers is when you see the same people on the streets that should be serving many years in prison.” — Mark Grams “Why spend money on new cars when it’s nothing positive in the community for our kids? That money could be spent elsewhere!” — Asia Traylor “Anyone that feels unsafe due to the decals configuration on the new vehicles, please come by my office, I am open to any debate or give me a call. Would love to discuss the misinformation on quotas. Would love to discuss tickets as revenue (see it doesn’t exist) The best way to form an educated opinion, is to educate yourself on the facts.” — Jay Turner, police chief This is an editorial written by TPI staff using comments from The Outlook’s Facebook page.
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hat will I remember about 2017? Check out this list: 1. President Trump tweeted that our criminal justice system is a “joke.” Maybe so. Retribution prosecutions abound. A man got in trouble with the law for offering a woman food in exchange for sex; he might be charged with four counts of Tinder dating. 2. Washington elites went after the president on manufactured Russian collusion charges in order to damage him. Like I said in June, Democrats need to be careful; when you go after a president, you might not get the one you intended. The most popular Christmas song in D.C. this year was “It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Nixon.” 3. The NFL continued to decline. Sexual misconduct allegations struck about 44 players, including Jameis Winston, Ben Roethlisberger and Warren Moon. I guess when you are a quarterback used to running the triple option, just one marriage at a time becomes difficult. 4. I disagreed when Trump tore up one of the few achievements of the Obama administration: opening up Cuba. I visited Cuba last year. It was just like South Florida — before all the Cubans moved there. 5. The Trump Russian collusion witch-hunt has ruined the lives of two men on unrelated procedural charges. Mike Flynn, an Obama era holdover, had to plead guilty so he would not lose his home to pay his mounting legal bills. There are four things that always tell the truth: people’s personal emails they didn’t expect ever to be public, a drunk, a child and skinny jeans. 6. Bob Corker had a dustup with Trump and said, “Someone apparently missed their shift at the White House
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adult daycare center,” which was classic. He was incorrect, though, when he presumed there is actually someone in charge at the White House adult daycare. 7. Powerful men were accused of sexual misconduct (now defined as anything from asking for a woman’s phone number to assault) in 2017, even 85-year-old Larry King. He denied the accusations and was referred to a sex therapist, who then referred him to a paleontologist. 8. The U.S. Women’s Open was held at Trump National Golf Club and had good ratings. Trump was able to gin up interest in women’s golf by adding a swimsuit competition to the golf. 9. It was clear that the corrupt “deep state” is alive and well in the halls of agency leadership in D.C. The FBI and Department of Justice set their credibility back years with biased and corrupt prosecutions of political enemies. They sold the Russian collusion story as if they were Jehovah’s Witnesses. There were two ways your pants were on fire in 2017: if you were a federal agency head testifying to Congress or if you had a Samsung cell phone in your pocket. 10. FBI credibility might be hard to regain. Drama queen Jim Comey did a lot of damage. But to be fair, it was a tough task to fill the shoes of J. Edgar Hoover, especially since they were high heels. 11. European countries that welcomed unchecked immigration endured perpetual Islamic terrorist attacks from within. Norway and Sweden
are on edge. Some furniture collapsed in a Swedish building, sparking terrorist fears. Authorities blamed it on Al-Ikea. 12. The stock market hit more than 60 new highs in 2017, with defense stocks and Boeing leading the way. We made deals to sell to Lebanon weapons that can shoot down missiles we sold to Israel. Investing in grudges has always been a great business model. 13. Trump continued to be assaulted by self-righteous Hollywood types. I fully expect more at the Academy Awards, where they might replace the Oscar with a statuette of John Wilkes Booth. Lincoln would have retired with a full pension after two terms had he not angered an actor. 14. Tensions with Kim Jung Un rose and then fell. Now, with Trump and Un, we have two unpredictable, chubby leaders with bad haircuts. They just might not attack each other out of professional courtesy. The test will be when Americans are soon in South Korea for the Winter Olympics, which might get re-named the Nuclear Winter Olympics. 15. Poorly educated leftist Millennials don’t seem to grasp the reality of a nuclear North Korea. If a nuclear attack happened in California, kids there would “totally” be taking selfies with mushroom clouds behind them. 16. Under Obamacare, socialized medicine experienced setbacks in 2017 from its own fallibilities and from GOP legislation. The only way to get free drugs now has not changed: Move to Canada or attend a Harvey Weinstein party wearing a low-cut dress. Ron Hart is a libertarian op-ed humorist and awardwinning author. Contact him at Ron@RonaldHart.com or @ RonaldHart on Twitter.
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Want to start the new year off with a bang? Many area residents like an explosive start as they turn the page on the calendar and this fireworks stand is open for business in the Marketplace Shopping Center on Highway 280.
Wednesday, January 3
MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have their Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday Jan 3 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and a small donation.
Monday, January 8
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Craigger Browne will present “Tribute to Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Jan. 8 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Horizons Unlimited membership is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Registration for winter quarter begins 1 p.m. Jan. 8.
January 8-9
THROW AWAY DAYS: The Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership and the Tallapoosa County Commission are holding Throw Away Days January 8-9. Dumpsters will be located at the Alex City Annex at 395 Lee Street, Double Bridges on Highway 63, the Old Daviston School on Highway 22, the Camp Hill Town Hall at 309 Holley Ave. and the Union Community Center at 4191 Highway 50. Dumpsters will be available at no charge to residents.
Saturday, January 13
BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host a book sale on the lower level of the Dadeville Library Saturday, Jan. 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fill a grocery bag for $5 or three bags for just $15. MLK PRAYER BREAKFAST: The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer breakfast will be Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Stephens Elementary Gym at 8 a.m. Tickets are $10.
Monday, January 15
MLK CELEBRATION: The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will be Monday, Jan. 15. It will start with a parade at 9 a.m. beginning at Stephens Elementary School and a program at the Stephens Elementary School gym at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, January 16
BEEKEEPING COURSE: The 2018 Beginner Beekeeping Course will start Jan. 16 and will be on Tuesdays through Feb. 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Dadeville Recreation Center. Cost is $45 for adults and $35 for students Call the Extension Office at 256-825-1050 and the deadline for registration is Jan. 11. COMPUTER CLASSES: The Adelia M. Russell Library is offering computer classes in 2018. One program is for beginners, with a separate advanced program for individuals
seeking to move beyond the basics. The advanced class is aimed at anyone wanting to improve their skill set and/or enhance their employment opportunities. The basic classes will begin January 16, 2018, and the advanced classes will begin January 18, 2018; each session will last approximately one hour (3 p.m. to 4 p.m.) and will meet for four straight weeks. Classes will be small and the atmosphere will be relaxed. To sign up simply come by the Adelia M. Russell Library. For more information, call 256-329- 6796. There is no cost to attend.
Sunday, January 21
HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING: The Tallapoosee Historical Society will meet at the Historical Museum on the square in Dadeville on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 2 p.m. Dr. Charles Mitchell will be the speaker. He will present “A Pictorial History of Alabama Agriculture.” While working at Auburn, Dr. Mitchell accumulated lots of old photographs related to Alabama agriculture. Several years ago, he began organizing them and realized that these old pictures could actually tell the chronological story of Alabama’s agriculture from the Creek Indians to modern production. He will share these photographs with the Tallapoosee Historical Society Please make plans to attend. The meeting is open to the public, there is no admission fee and free refreshments will be served.
Monday, January 22
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: E. Paul Jones will present “Reverend Maxwell” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Jan. 22 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Horizons Unlimited membership is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Registration for winter quarter begins 1 p.m. Jan. 8.
Monday, January 29
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Marilee Tankersley will present “Wetumpka Impact Crater” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Jan. 29 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Horizons Unlimited membership is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Registration for winter quarter begins 1 p.m. Jan. 8.
Monday, February 5
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Glen Willis will present “Forgotten Alabama” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Feb. 5 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Horizons Unlimited membership
is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Registration for winter quarter begins 1 p.m. Jan. 8.
Wednesday, February 7
SITE REVIEW: Central Alabama Community College will host a site review for continuing accreditation of its Associate Degree in Nursing program by the ACEN on Feb. 7 at 3 p.m. in Building J of the Childersburg Campus. For further information go to the CACC homepage at www.cacc. edu
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Monday, February 12
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Peggy Shores will present “Songs from the Heart” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Feb. 12 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Horizons Unlimited membership is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Registration for winter quarter begins 1 p.m. Jan. 8.
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Monday, February 26
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. James Hansen will present “Neil Armstrong” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Feb. 26 starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education. Horizons Unlimited membership is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Registration for winter quarter begins 1 p.m. Jan. 8.
Wednesday, March 29
VIETNAM VETERANS WELCOME HOME: The Auburn Veterans Project is celebrating and reflecting on the service and sacrifice of Vietnam veterans March 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Auburn High School Auditorium. Speakers will be Joe Galloway and Medal of Honor recipients Bennie Adkins and James Livingston. Family is welcome to accompany their veteran and there will be a light reception afterwards. Visit auburnveteransproect.weebly. com/east-alabama-vietnam-veterans-welcome-home-cermony.html. Attendees are asked to RSVP in advance by either emailing Blake Busbin at wbbusbin@auburnschools. org or by calling Auburn High School at 334-887-2120.
April 9-10
THROW AWAY DAYS: The Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership and the Tallapoosa County Commission are holding Throw Away Days April 9-10. Dumpsters will be located at the Alex City Annex at 395 Lee Street, Double Bridges on Highway 63, the Old Daviston School on Highway 22, the Camp Hill Town Hall at 309 Holley Ave. and the Union Community Center at 4191 Highway 50. Dumpsters will be available at no charge to residents.
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Mt. Carmel Baptist 3610 Dudleyville Rd., Dadeville
Southview Church of Christ 2325 Dadeville Rd., Alex City 256-329-0212
Ridge Grove Missionary Baptist Alexander City, 256-234-6972
Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 63 South, Alex City 256-234-7748
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New Beginning Baptist 1076 Coley Creek Rd.
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New Concord Baptist Off hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-5390
Bread of Life A.C.O.P. Church of God Hwy. 280, Kellyton Cedar Street Church of God 711 Martin Luther King Blvd. Alex City
Shady Grove Baptist Jackson’s Gap Community
New Elkahatchee Baptist Elkahatchee Rd., Alex City 256-329-9942
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New Hope Baptist Lake Martin, off Hwy. 63 256-329-5218
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Marshall Street Church of God 428 Marshall Street, Alex City 256-234-3180
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Zion Hill Missionary Baptist 583 S. Broadnax St., Dadeville BAPTIST – SOUTHERN Bay Pine Baptist 1480 Bay Pine Rd. Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-4433
New Providence Baptist Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City
New Harvest Ministries Church of God Hwy 280 & Coosa 28 256-329-2331
Bethany Baptist Church Bethany Road
New Rocky Mount Baptist 670 Peckerwood Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-794-3846
Cross Key Baptist Hackneyville, 256-329-9716
Bethel Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-5070
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Darian Missionary Baptist Church Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City 256-329-3865
Beulah Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-9882
Old Providence Baptist Off Hwy. 63 N., near Hackneyville
The Church of God 13th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1696
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Calvary Baptist 819 Main St., Dadeville, 256-825-5989
Old Union Baptist 1106 Davis Circle 256-596-1873
Washington Street A.C.O.P. Church of God Washington Street
Orr Street Baptist 1000 “O” Street (Hwy. 63N) Alex City, 256-234-3171
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy 303 Poplar Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6941
Early Rose Baptist 201 E Street, Alexander City Flint Hill Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville
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Hollins Springs Baptist Hwy. 280, Goodwater
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Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church 21 East Church St. 256-825-6814
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Macedonia Baptist Macedonia Circle, Goodwater 256-839-5793 Marietta Baptist Goodwater Miracle Missionary Baptist 1687 “I” Street 256-215-9788, 256-215-9787 Mt. Calvary Baptist 329 King St., Alex City, 256-234-5631 Mt. Olive Baptist Hwy. 280 & Jct. 49, Goodwater Mt. Sinai Baptist Fish Pond Rd., Coosa County 256-329-2337 Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 22, New Site Mt. Zion East StillWaters Dr., 256-825-4991 Mt. Zion West Our Town Community, 256-234-7748 New Elam Baptist Hwy. 9, Burtonville, 256-234-2037 New Bethel Baptist Rock St., Dadeville, 256-825-7726 Peace & Goodwill Baptist Cottage Grove Community Alexander City, 256-377-4634 Pine Grove Baptist Eagle Creek Rd., Dadeville
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CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1515 Worthy Road, Alex City (Corner of Worthy Place and Dadeville Road)
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Hackneyville Baptist Hwy. 63 N., Hackneyville
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Kellyton Revival Center Co. Road 87 South Kellyton
Hillabee Baptist Hillabee Rd., Alex City 256-234-6798
Town Creek Baptist Camp Ground Rd., Alex City
Liberty Life Christian Center 321 “S” Street, Alex City
Horseshoe Bend Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville
Wayside Baptist 21 Wayside Circle, Alex City 256-234-5564
Passion Church 3340 Hwy. 63 N., Alex City 256-409-9590
Zion Hill Baptist Hwy. 79, near Horseshoe Bend
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CATHOLIC St. John the Apostle 454 N. Central Ave., Alex City 256-234-3631
METHODIST – UNITED Alexander City Methodist 11th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1284
CHURCH OF CHRIST Alex City Church of Christ 945 Tallapoosa St., Alex City 256-234-6494
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PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian 371 Jefferson St., Alex City 256-329-0524
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Police Reports Alexander City Police Department December 28
• Timothy Baggett, 42 of Alexander City, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. • Vernon Pearson, 59 of Alexander City, was arrested for harassment. • Jalen Whetstone, 21 of Sylacauga, was arrested for assault second degree. • Katlyn Vines, 19 of Alexander City, was arrested for assault second degree. • Johnrecius Thomas, 42 of Alexander City, was arrested for two counts of burglary third degree and possession of a controlled substance. • Quinborius Murphy, 26 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Magnes Foster, 35 of Alexander City, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. • Jaylean Robinson, 22 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of marijuana first degree. • Marcus Smith, 33 of Goodwater, was arrested for three counts of possession with intent to distribute, certain persons forbidden to possess a firearm, possession of marijuana second degree and possession of drug paraphernalia. • James Tucker, 26 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Jonathan Wright, 40 of Alexander City, was arrested for three counts of possession with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana second degree and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Derrick Russell, 30 of Goodwater, was arrested for three counts of possession with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana second degree and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on 9th Avenue. • Burglary third degree was reported on Elkahatchee Road. • Theft of property and negotiating a worthless instrument were reported on Highway 280. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on I Street. • Domestic incident was reported on Stonehenge
Drive. • Overdose was reported on Jefferson Street. • Domestic incident was reported on East Pine Street. • Domestic dispute was reported on Stonehenge Drive.
December 27
• Priscilla Lee, 65 of Alexander City, was arrested for receiving stolen property second degree. • Harassment was reported on Church Street. • Dogs running at large was reported at Shady Glen. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported at Market Place. • Emotionally disturbed person was reported on Deer Trace. • Violation of a domestic violence protection order was reported on South Dogwood Drive. • Domestic violence was reported on Parkway Circle. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on Jefferson Court.
December 26
• Bradley Travelstead, 20 of Alexander City, was arrested for rape second degree. • June Nolan, 54 of Alexander City, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. • Domestic incident was reported in Brandy’s Trailer Park. • Unattended death was reported on Oliver Avenue. • Domestic incident was reported on South Road. • Domestic violence by strangulation or suffocation was reported on Cornerstone Drive. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported on Allen Farms Road. • Criminal mischief was reported on Highway 63 South. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported on Highway 63 South. • Domestic violence third degree was reported at Elkahatchee Trailer Park.
December 25
• Criminal trespass third degree was reported on Jefferson Street. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on Cherokee Road. • Domestic incident was reported on Old Kellyton Road. • Emotionally disturbed person was reported on Club
View Drive. • Domestic incident was reported on South Road. • Criminal mischief third degree was reported on Locust Street. • Criminal trespass third degree was reported on Wayside Circle.
December 24
• Johnnie Smoot, 36 of Kellyton, was arrested for disorderly conduct and public intoxication. • Darron Knight, 44 of Alexander City, was arrested for disorderly conduct. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on K Street. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on Barrett Road. • Disorderly conduct was reported on N Street. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on Hillabee Street. • Domestic incident was reported on Willow Drive. • Leaving the scene of an accident was reported on Elkahatchee Road. • Burglary third degree was reported on Highway 63 North. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on Scott Road. • Burglary third degree was reported on Willow Drive.
December 23
• Denise Glenn, 40 of Alexander City, was arrested for animals running at large. • Scott Mefinger, 25 of Eclectic, was arrested for drug trafficking. • James Blake, 28 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of marijuana first degree. • Property damage was reported on Curly Patton Road. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported on Iris Avenue. • Harassment was reported on B Street. • Assault third degree was reported on Terrace Lane. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported on Highway 280. • Burglary third degree was reported on Highway 280.
December 22
• Taronda Taylor, 31 of Alexander City, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. • Deangelo Foster, 40 of
Alexander City, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. • Stanisha Canada, 24 of Alexander City, was arrested for illegal possession of a credit or debit card. • Roshante Brown, 38 of Alexander City, was arrested for bond revocation. • Christopher Lanthrip, 29 of Alexander City, was arrested for driving under the influence. • Jessica Corbin, 30 of Alexander City, was arrested for driving under the influence. • William Meadows, 39 of Equality, was arrested for driving under the influence. • Quindarius Boone, 24 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on 10th Avenue. • Domestic incident was reported on Booker Street. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on O Street. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported on Sunny Level Cutoff. • Unlawful breaking and entering a vehicle was reported on Smith Street. • Domestic violence third degree was reported on O Street. • Criminal trespassing second degree was reported in Alexander City. • Property damage was reported on North Central Avenue. • Driving under the influence was reported on Adams Street.
December 21
• Kevin Lee, 49 of Dadeville, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Steven Hendricks, 37 of New Site, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Tony Davis, 18 of Alexander City, was arrested for receiving stolen property third degree. • Crystal Banks, 37 of Alexander City, was arrested for fraudulent use of a credit or debit card. Timothy Johnson, 34 of Alexander City, was arrested for fraudulent use of a credit or debit card. • Waylon McMurrey, 19 of Alexander City, was arrested for public intoxication. • Johnny Spivey, 37 of
Alexander City, was arrested for domestic violence third degree. • Bianca Moon, 25 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of marijuana second degree. • Kaliyah Lee, 18 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of marijuana second degree. • Nathan Nixon, 27 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. • Posession of a controlled substance was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported on I Street. • Public intoxication was reported on Coley Creek Road. • Domestic violence was reported at Robinwood Apartments. • Possession of marijuana second degree was reported on Jefferson Court.
December 20
• Chantell Jennings, 25 of Alexander City, was arrested for failure to appear. • Roshante Brown, 38 of Alexander City, was arrested for criminal trespassing third degree. • Connie Strickland, 26 of Alexander City, was arrested for shoplifting. • Calvin Parrett, 42 of Sylacauga, was arrested for possession of marijuana second degree and receiving stolen property first degree. • Clyde Fincher, 42 of Alexander City, was arrested for failure to appear. • Michael Johnson, 35 of Alexander City, was arrested for public intoxication. • Theft of property second degree was reported on Seminole Drive. • Domestic incident was reported on Church Street. • Theft of property first degree was reported on Elkahatchee Road. • Theft of property third degree was reported at
Russell Medical Center. • Violation of a domestic violence protection order and criminal trespass were reported on Mallory Circle. • Domestic dispute was reported on Robinson Road. • Receiving stolen property first degree was reported in Alexander City. • Public intoxication was reported on D Street. • Domestic violence was reported on B Street. • Theft of property fourth degree was reported at Market Place.
December 19
• Shaniquia Smith, 25 of Alexander City, was arrested for open container of alcohol. • Danielle Smith, 35 of Alexander City, was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • John Kennedy, 31 of Alexander City, was arrested for buying and receiving stolen property fourth degree. • Johnnie Smoot, 36 of Alexander City, was arrested for harassment. • Alfred Hollie, 30 of Alexander City, was arrested for harassment. • Jacoby Adamson, 26 of Alexander City, was arrested for failure to appear. • Danitra Ferrell, 27 of Alexander City, was arrested for chemical endangerment to a child. • Unlawful breaking and entering was reported on Highway 280. • Leaving the scene of an accident was reported at Coven Abbott Road and Highway 280. • Solicitation of unlawful sexual conduct with a child was reported in Alexander City. • Identity theft was reported in Alexander City. • Possession of marijuana second degree was reported in Alexander City. • Possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in Alexander City.
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Right side: Second left, BRHS players intercept the ball during a game this season. Above, a chicken truck overturned causing quite a mess on Cherokee Road. Left, the total eclipse was a perfect backdrop for the weather vane atop a local church. The picture was taken through a No. 10 welder’s lens and the color was adjusted slightly in Photoshop to eliminate the green cast from the welder’s lens.
Left side: top, search teams return to shore after recovering the body of 44-year-old Thomas Heulan Spence after an exhaustive six-day search. Second, fireworks go off over the lake on July 4. Third, area residents fish during late fall as fog reigns over the lake water. Above, Jonathan Mallard passes through Alex City during his horseback adventure to rediscover America. For more images from 2017, see Tuesday’s Outlook.
Cold Sunday afternoon, with temperatures hovering around 40 degrees. Temperature-wise, things will feel more like winter starting Monday and continuing throughout the week. “The concern from the NWS is the early hours of Sunday morning and the temperature. The road surfaces and bridges will be cold and special attention should be observed when traveling these areas,” Moran said. “Please prepare by having a cold weather kit in your home and car. Don’t forget to winterize your vehicle. If you have to be outside, dress in layers and cover your skin. Please check on your neighbors and the elderly.” The latest information released by the National Weather Service shows a low temperature for New Year’s Day in Alexander City of 23 degrees, with the wind chill making it feel like 12 degrees. The cold
continued from page 1 is forecast to intensify throughout the week, with the low dropping to 19 degrees Thursday morning, and a wind chill taking it down to 9 degrees. In order to prevent fire hazards, Alexander City Fire Chief Reese McAllister wanted to remind people to be careful when heating homes and apartments. “Make sure you leave a threefoot clearance when using a space heater,” he said. “If you still have your Christmas tree up, make sure it has not dried out. If you’re cooking on a grill, keep it on a level surface away from where children and animals may play.” While some people will sometimes resort to using stovetops or turning on an oven and then opening the door in order to heat a home or apartment, McAllister said this was not a recommended way of getting warm indoors.
“They’re not designed for that,” he said. Along with properly heating a residence, McAllister reminded people who are heading outdoors on New Year’s Eve to shoot off fireworks to handle them with care. Mark and Kristen Chamberlain from Williams Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning said there are several ways people can keep water pipes from freezing, bursting and creating all sorts of issues. “One of the most common ways to help prevent this is to leave your faucets running on a slight drip,” Mark Chamberlain said. “You can also insulate your pipes, taking heater strips and wrapping the pipes up in them.” For houses with larger crawlspaces, he added that putting a heater down there can be effective, as long as it is not in a space where it will be blocked.
“The main thing is to keep it above freezing,” he said. For places like houses on the lake where residents may not be there all the time, both agreed that possibly the best course of action is to shut the water off and drain the pipes and water heater, but before draining them, it is imperative to turn off the breaker for the water heater. Kristen Chamberlain said since the company also handles heating and air units, people should remember that outdoor units can go into defrost mode, where it may not heat as efficiently, but is still running properly. In this situation, she said it is important to check and see if the unit has gone into defrost mode before calling for repairs. Michael Hadaway of S&S Tires offered some important information on properly maintaining vehicles in freezing temperatures.
“Make sure you get your antifreeze checked and check to see if your tires are properly inflated,” Hadaway said. “Those are the two main important things people need to be sure of.” For cars parked outdoors, he added that turning the vehicle on and letting it idle for around 10 minutes can warm it up effectively. This can also be used for cars parked in garages, but would need to be pulled outside before letting it idle in order to avoid carbon monoxide buildup. While Alabama may not experience cold weather like other locations around the country, people throughout Tallapoosa County should still be prepared for whatever nature can do. By properly preparing for these temperatures, area residents can make it through without any major problems.
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STRONG Make your resolutions FINISH measurable LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
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ith 2018 just around the corner, I’m sure we’re all out there making the No. 1 New Year’s resolutions — in one way or another, be healthier. Join a gym, eat better or lose weight. Those are all great resolutions, don’t get me wrong, but let’s be realistic about it. One of the most important things about resolutions — as well as sports, in general — is making measurable goals. Instead of just saying, “Join a gym,” why don’t you consider an actual goal you can check off — “Go to the gym at least two times a week.” Instead of saying, “Eat better,” put a number on it: “Eat less than 2,000 calories a day,” or “Choose sweets only once a week rather than five times a week.” The important thing to remember is none of us are too young or too old to make activity-related New Year’s resolutions. I was watching this video on ESPN.com earlier this week about the San Diego Splash, an all-senior women’s basketball team. The league is comprised of players more than 50 years old, and the Splash is reserved for 80-years or older players. If those ladies don’t give you motivation to get off the couch this new year, no one will. With the start of the new year also comes the ramping up of many local high school football programs’ offseason workouts. Those guys are working on measurable goals — they’re trying to lift more than they did this time last year or run a faster 40-meter dash. Every team is working toward a quantifiable goal of making the playoffs or having a better record than last season, scoring more points than the game prior or holding an opponent to less than 45 in a basketball game. I urge you to take after these amazing high school student-athletes in our area. When you sit down to make your New Year’s resolution, make sure it’s an actual goal you can actually count and decide if you achieved. Also, make it a goal you can achieve. There’s no sense in setting an unattainable target. I’m joining you in making a measurable New Year’s resolution, but I’m not making it impossible. I’m not a runner; I’ve never been a runner. Ask my former coworker Lindsey Smith, who competed against me in an all-star track and field challenge. The deck was stacked against me. So I’m not going to set out to run a marathon in 2018. Because first of all, that’s crazy; and second of all, I would die and you would miss me. However, I want to run a 5K this year — or, at least complete a 5K. This New Year’s resolution will take hard work on my part and will keep me more active, but setting a goal will also give my work purpose. I challenge you to find something that gives you purpose this year. Lizi Arbogast is the sports editor of The Outlook.
SPORTS CALENDAR Saturday, Dec. 30 High school wrestling Benjamin Russell at Wetumpka tournament, TBA Tuesday, Jan. 2 High school boys basketball Benjamin Russell at Auburn, 7:30 High school girls basketball Benjamin Russell at Auburn, 5:30 High school wrestling Smiths Station at Benjamin Russell, 10 a.m.
Benjamin Russell’s Jaden Tuck (10) puts up a shot against Beauregard’s Isaiah McKissic during Friday’s Slam Fest game.
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Wildcats close out victory over Beauregard By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
With a handful of narrow losses under its belt this season, Benjamin Russell’s boys basketball has proven it has trouble finishing. Just two nights ago, the Wildcats were tied with Russell County with two minutes left, but went scoreless for the final 120 seconds to give up the win. But on the final day of the BRHS Slam Fest on Friday night, the Wildcats defended their home court and closed out a hard-fought victory over Beauregard, 53-41, to take third place in the tournament. “We had more energy than we had the last couple days,” Benjamin Russell forward Alex Doss said. “We also just changed our game plan a little bit. We concentrated more on the passes as far as finding where the defenders were at and reading the defense, and we were getting wide-open people involved.” After hovering around a 10-point deficit for most of the third and fourth quarters, Beauregard pulled within seven points midway through the fourth quarter. But then the Wildcats (4-7) had back-to-back steals
and layups to once again push their lead to 11 points, an advantage they never surrendered. The first steal came from Kobi Crabb, who fed it to Za Stowes for the easy bucket, and the second transition score came from Jaden Tuck. “At that particular point in the game, I think a lightbulb went off in their heads that this is what it’s supposed to be like,” Benjamin Russell coach Lewis Daniel said. “Once they saw the success, they relished that particular moment and I think it excelled us in all those areas we’ve been weak at. The turnover ratio went way down, we hit some shots in the paint and we played a much better transition defense and were getting some easy layups.” Although Benjamin Russell still struggled with some its same issues — the Wildcats finished with 24 turnovers and were outrebounded by Beauregard, 37-32 — it also got better in a lot of facets. After struggling with trying to dribble penetrate into the paint too much, Benjamin Russell started to use its ball handling and passing ability to get inside. It resulted in several more layups and 11 total assists.
“The premise of our offense and what we’ve been trying to get into our kids’ heads is the basketball moves faster in the air than most athletes can run,” Daniel said. “You want them to be chasing the ball not a ball dribbler. If we can pass the basketball, we can beat the defense without exerting a whole lot of energy, and it takes out that risk factor for a turnover.” Quin Burroughs led the way with four assists, and he had a well-rounded performance, finishing with eight points, three rebounds and five steals. For the second night in a row, Stowes led the way with 14 points, and Tuck also jumped off the stat sheet with seven points, eight rebounds, three assists and three steals. But it was Jaikobee Gamble, who seriously impressed and earned the Wildcats’ spot on the all-tournament team. He came off the bench to collect seven points, ten rebounds, four blocks and a pair of steals. “He was ready to play today, and he didn’t let up,” Daniel said. “We’re trying to get our kids to understand that if you step up and do your part, then you’ll be the guy on the court, and I think he did that big time.”
Cougars go 3-0, win Coosa River Classic tourney By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
Defense was the name of the game for the Central Coosa boys basketball team, as it held all three of its opponents to 45 points or fewer in the Coosa River Classic tournament in Childersburg. The Cougars went 3-0 to earn the crown and extend their win streak to eight games heading into the new year. “We’re just helping each other out and closing in,” Central Coosa’s Omar Gaddis said. “We were trying to close out better on the 3-pointers and helping out when they were switching and when they set up screens.” Both the host Childersburg and Coosa went into the final game Friday with a pair of wins, and it set up a rematch from a few weeks ago. But just like the first time the teams met, the Cougars (8-2) held off Childersburg and earned a 49-41 victory. Central Coosa started off the
tournament with a 36-22 defeat of Talladega Central, and followed it up Thursday with a 55-45 win over Hampton (Georgia). In both games, the Cougars held their opponents to only eight first-half points. “Defensively, I want that and I like it like that,” Central Coosa coach Jeremy Freeman said. “I don’t like those high scorers. I can’t keep up with them. I can pretty much dictate both ends when it’s low scoring. We’re still trying to figure out some new things on offense, but once you depend on one thing or target one thing, then something else comes up lacking.” Despite some offensive rhythm issues, the Cougars had a fine point spread, especially against Hampton. Gaddis led the way with 16 points to go along with four assists and three steals, and Noel Jones followed right behind with 15 points and eight rebounds. Lizi Arbogast / The Outlook Quinn Brooks also added 12 points, and Jovon Richardson had Central Coosa’s Jovon Richardson, right, runs the point against Hampnine. ton (Georgia) during the Coosa River Classic.