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‘No threat of violence at BRHS’ Police find no evidence of safety issues despite wild rumors By MITCH SNEED Editor
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Above, Alexander City Police Department personnel exchange information at the 11th Avenue North scene of an altercation where gunshots were fired. Below, a person of interest stands in handcuffs awaiting to be placed in a police cruiser shortly after an altercation that was called in at about 6:30 Tuesday evening.
Police investigate shooting Gunshots erupt in 11th Ave. altercation
Despite rumors and phone calls to parents, Alexander City Police Department Chief Jay Turner said that after a thorough investigation, there was no evidence of any safety issues at Benjamin Russell High School Monday. “While the issue came to a head yesterday, last week a student was overheard making comments,” Turner said. “Nothing was reported to until yesterday to school officials or us here at the police department. We reacted immediately, investigated the student and interviewed some other students. The investigation found that what we were dealing with was a lot of rumors See BRHS • Page 3
Potts remains terminated as Camp Hill chief
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Mayor says Potts was insubordinate
Alexander City Police Department units were called to 11th Avenue North just after dark Tuesday evening after an altercation between several parties led to gunfire. The first call came in to 9-1-1 at about 6:30 p.m. and initially reported a large group involved in a fight that had spilled into the roadway. Just seconds after that first dispatch for units to respond, a second call that multiple gunshots had been fired came in. See SHOOTING • Page 3
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Area schools, Mamie’s Place prepare for Dr. Seuss’ birthday
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Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known to the world as Dr. Seuss, has arguably become the most well-known children’s book author in history, with such timeless classics as “The Cat in the Hat,” “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and “Green Eggs and Ham.” On Friday, area schools and libraries will be taking part in special celebrations to mark what
A man who was arrested on a myriad of drug trafficking charges in Tallapoosa County late last year has been busted again in his home state of Virginia. Scott Allen Melton, 33, of Crozet, Virginia was arrested last Friday by Albemarle County Police and was charged with five counts of possession with the intent to distribute a schedule I or II narcotic and possession with the intent to sell or distribute marijuana. According to reports, authorities seized 28 pounds of marijuana, methamphetamine, LSD, powder and crack cocaine and THC extracts after responding to the See BUSTED • Page 6
would have been Seuss’ 114th birthday. “Each school plans their own celebrations,” Ellen Martin with the Alexander City Board of Education said. “Anything they can do to promote reading is a good thing.” She added that, among things the schools have done in the past has been to cook green eggs and ham for the students and having community readers come in See SEUSS • Page 9
For the third time in just over six months, former Camp Hill Police Chief Johnny Potts has had a termination hearing before the town council after Mayor Ezell Smith fired him. This time the council did not get to vote to reinstate him like they had twice before. The meeting of the of the council was posted as a termination hearing, not a meeting so no vote could be taken at Tuesday morning’s hearing. Instead Smith made an announcement after controlling the nearly 45-minute hearing. See POTTS • Page 3
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DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend, “Al,” and I have been together for two years off and on. We dated casually for six months before we decided to be exclusive. Unbeknownst to him, I was also sleeping with someone else, “Brandon.” Al and I had a fight and broke up for a few months, and during that time I slept with another good friend of mine, “Marc.” When Marc and I decided it wasn’t serious and moved on, Al and I got back together. I didn’t feel obligated to tell Al about it at the time, since “technically” I did nothing wrong. But as we became more and more serious, it occurred to me that it was a lie of omission, since we interact with both men on a social level. I told Al, and he isn’t handling it well, so now I’m at a loss about what to do. Honesty and time are key, I know, but he is distancing himself from me. Do I let him go? I am fighting hard right now, but I’m feeling beaten down at every turn. -- WRONG IN THE EAST DEAR WRONG: Not all
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relationships last forever. It’s possible that this one has run its course. If you and Al had agreed you would both be abstinent after the separation, he has reason to be upset. If you had promised each other there would be an accounting of who each of you had been with and you didn’t live up to it, I can see why he would be distancing. However, if an understanding wasn’t in place, then you were free to be with others and you did nothing wrong. If Al no longer wants to be with you -- for whatever reason -- you have no choice but to let him go. For your sake, quit allowing yourself to be beaten down and make it as painless for yourself as possible. DEAR ABBY: Is it wrong to paint my 2 1/2-year-old boy’s fingernails when he begs me
to? I’m a stay-at-home mom and very close with my son. When I paint my nails (I paint them pink), my son sees me and insists I paint his toes and fingers “just like Mommy.” I see it as all in fun, but my mother-in-law makes snide comments about him being a boy and that boys shouldn’t have their nails painted. My husband has also said I should stop. I know my son will want me to paint his nails only a little while longer. It’s not harming anyone, and I’m sick of all the gender barriers. Am I wrong here? -- PRETTY IN PINK DEAR PRETTY: Your mother-in-law appears to think that polishing your 2-year-old’s nails will “make” him effeminate. It’s no more valid than her not doing it has “made” your husband masculine. Ignore the snide remarks because you are not going to change her. Whether your little boy wants you to continue painting his nails pink -- or, for that matter, to wear something pink -- is far less important than making sure he knows you
love and support him and it’s OK to be HIMSELF. That’s the way parents raise confident and successful children. DEAR ABBY: What is your opinion about elderly parents who no longer drive having to pay their children to drive them to appointments, grocery, etc.? Think of all the times parents drove them when they were growing up. -- RETURNING THE FAVOR DEAR RETURNING THE FAVOR: Most adult children with a memory would never dream of asking to be paid for driving their elderly parents. A child who would do this must be desperate for money. In my opinion, because they are paying for it anyway, the parents should make other arrangements for transportation. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.
Obituaries Birdie Jane P. Smith 1946 - 2018 Funeral Service for Mrs. Birdie Jane P. Smith, 71, of New Site, will be Friday, March 2, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Raymond Long will officiate. Burial will follow in the Garden of Love Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Smith passed away on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Brookwood Medical Center. She was
Mr. Robert “Bobby” Wesson Funeral Services for Mr. Robert “Bobby” Wesson, of Jacksons Gap, will be Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Wright’s Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Eagle Creek Cemetery. Pastor Lonnie Phillips will officiate. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 from 5 7 p.m. at Wright’s Funeral Home. . Mr. Wesson passed away Saturday, February 26, 2018 at the Bethany House, Opelika, Alabama. He was born on August 10, 1942 to Robert and Ella Mae
born on November 19, 1946 in Clay County to J.D. Padgett and Lovenue Cotney Padgett. She loved her family dearly. She was an active member of New Salem Baptist Church, enjoyed shopping, singing, decorating her house for Christmas, and listening to Country Music. She is survived by her sons, Thomas A. Smith (Alisha) of Alexander City, and Shane Smith (Sabrina) of New Site; grandchildren Corey T. Smith, Connor Smith, Christopher Smith (Shani), Kayla Smith, Christi Maddox, Kimberly Maddox, Robert Maddox, Gracie Kelley, and Sophie Kelley; sisters,
Wood Wesson. His precious memories will be cherished by his daughter, Sheila (Bobby)Davis, Siblings: Billy (Doris) Wesson, Jimmy Wesson, Dorothy Lindsay, Sue Pitts, and Rita (Stanley) Davis; Grandchildren Tessi Washburn, Kambri (John) Foshee, Chelsea Davis and seven great grandchildren and an Goddaughter Penny (Doug) Hooks a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 Lois Wesson and his parents Professional Service provided by Wright’s Funeral Home
Gail Wilson (Ralph) of New Site, and Barbara Voss (Wayne) of Great Falls, MT; brother, Chris Padgett of Tallassee; great-grandchildren, Lucas Smith, Landon Brasher, Brantley Smith, Kallie Smith, and Nicole Maddox, and a special friend, Darlene Betts. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Abie Allen Smith, and a brother, Jim Padgett. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome.com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Donald Jackson Morris Mr. Donald Jackson Morris age 75 of Rockford, passed away February 26, 2018 at his residence. Services will be held Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Rockford Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with the Dr. Jeff Fuller officiating. Burial will be in Rockford Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Church from 11a.m. - 2 p.m. prior to the Service. Mr. Morris is survived by his son, Jimmy Jackson Morris (Tammy); Daughters, Donna F. McVey (Donny), Terri D. Browning (Jessie), Cindy L. Brekle (Milton); Sisters, Willie Mae White (Jerry); 25 Grandchildren; 28 Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Corey McVey, Nicholas McVey, Dale
Brekle, DeWayne Duncan, Jacob Browning, Brent McVey. Mr. Morris was preceded in death by his parents Gladys and James Morris; daughter, Gladys Mae Morris; Sister Gwendolyn Gibson; Granddaughter, Ashli Denae’ Butler; and his special cousin Billy Ray Edwards, Sr. who was more like a brother. Online condolences may be sent to www.curtisandsonfh. com Curtis and Son Funeral Home North Chapel will direct the services.
Mr. Nathaniel Brooken Mr. Nathaniel Brooken of Rockford, Alabama passed away Monday, February 26,2018. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Wright’s Funeral Home.
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• Parker Wayne Blair, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for harassing communications. • Michael Jason Hamilton, 40, of Alexander City was arrested for public intoxication. • Megan Michelle Norwood, 27, of Alexander City was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. • Stacy Crisler Jones, 49, of Alexander City was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. • A terrorist threat was reported on Highway 22 West.
• Harassment was reported in the Walmart Shopping Center. • Domestic violence was reported on Greenleaf Street. • Possession of a controlled substance was reported on K Street. • Public intoxication was reported on Highway 280.
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• Justin Renard Paschal, 29, of Tallassee was arrested for bail jumping. • Timothy Earl Pearson, 52, of Alexander City was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. • Rodrecuis Kenyon Ford, 26, of Jacksons Gap was arrested for public intoxication. • Santaisha Lysel Kelley, 25, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Cornelius Nokia Johnson, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession drug paraphernalia. • Harassing communications was reported on Elkahatchee Road. • Violation of a domestic violence protection order was
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reported on Boyd Street. • Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported on Hillabee Road. • Criminal trespass and harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Leaving the scene of an accident was reported on Cherokee Road. • Harassing communications was reported on 2nd Street. • Public intoxication was reported on Highway 280.
February 23
• Larry Wayne Goodgame, 61, of Goodwater was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. • Terrell Zamir Stinson, 19, of Opelika was arrested for possession of marijuana. • Joshua Deuane Spraggins, 27, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Chasity Nicole Brown, 26, of New Site was arrested for domestic violence. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on Pearson Chapel Road. • Criminal trespass and harassment was reported on Highway 22 West. • Possession of marijuana and a firearms license required was reported on Highway 280. • Harassment was report-
ed in Alexander City. • Burglary and theft was reported on South Central Avenue. • Domestic violence was reported on Barrett Road. • Unlawful breaking and entering and theft was reported on Ridgeway Drive. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City.
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• Wendy Mae Wheeler of Lee Street in Alexander City was arrested for a failure to appear warrant conspiracy of a controlled substance and probation violation warrant for burglary third and transported to the county jail.
February 23
• Tommie Pike of Point Windy Drive in Jackson Gap was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to appear child support. • Shannon Causey of Pearson Chapel Road of Alexander City was arrested on a grand jury indictment for receiving stolen property third. • Laura Gisel of McCain Street in Lineville was arrested for grand jury indictment receiving stolen property first, possession of methamphetamine, possession of prescription medication and possession of marijuana second.
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from students that had no factual backing. “The rumors of a gun, a hit list, school lock down went crazy. None of that occurred, but once it hit social media it was mistaken as factual and caused a lot of parental concern.” Alexander City Schools Superintendent Dr. Darrell Cooper said that there was no threat, but notified parents when the rumors multiplied and spread on social media. The call was meant to dispel any bad information that was circulating, not to cause concern. “We didn’t have a threat, we had an issue with a student and we dealt with it as soon as we became aware of it,” Cooper said. “It just one of the things in the environment we’re in – things mushroom very quickly. Information gets twisted and ends of being nothing like the actually situation. Turner said as in every case or piece of information that they receive, they reacted as soon as they were made aware. In this case, social media took a week-old comment and created some very anxious situations, Turner said. “The spreading of false information has created unnecessary panic,” Turner said in his post on the ACPD Facebook page. “I would ask before you post something as a factual event on social media please research it. Not everything repeated and then repeated again and then repeated again by children actually resembles the truth once told to the parents. “As a parent with children in the Alexander City School system, I am very motivated about all of our children’s safety. If there is ever an incident we will notify, the school system will notify the public and the parents.”
Potts “Listen – Chief Potts is fired today,” Smith told everyone present before leaving the hearing. “And if you want to go to court and prove this stuff, then go ahead.” And it would not be the only time Smith told everyone at the hearing Potts was fired. Smith suspended Potts with pay Feb. 15 while he was just a few days short of completing a 6-month probation period when the council reinstated him in July with instructions for both Potts and Smith to bring any issues back to the council or police committee. Since the meeting was posted as a hearing, the three members of the council and mayor present could not vote to take it to executive session or to allow them to reinstate Potts. Much of the hearing was sparring between Smith, Potts and Potts’ attorney Courtney Murchinson over whether Potts had received disciplinary warnings and write ups. Potts acknowledged being written up once and signing a document but Smith presented several other documents where she said she had written Potts up. “I called him in,” Smith said. “But he refused to sign,” Potts denied being called in. Members of the council could recall being informed of the one warning Potts signed but not the others. “I have seen one, but
Shooting Capt. James Orr was the supervisor on the scene and said the investigation remained active, but did offer a few details. “We had an altercation that escalated and we had shots fired,” Orr said. “We do have one suspect in custody. We did have reports of someone being taken for treatment in a private vehicle, but that’s about all we know at this time. Some evidence has been secured. That’s about all we can release at this time. We are still trying to sort it all out.” Witnesses on the scene reported that a male was injured in the gunfire. There was no information available as to the extent of any injuries. Scanner traffic indicated that they were searching for two vehicles that left the area and officers held three vehicles inside the crime scene, two of which still had occupants inside. Officers could be seen with flashlights looking for evidence in
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I don’t recall seeing the others,” Council member Dean Bonner said. Smith said the incident that finally lead to the termination letter on Feb. 15 was Potts unwillingness to come to the police department to help clean out an office for Lt. Danny Williams. Potts explained that he was helping with an arrest and could not respond immediately. Smith told members of the council at the hearing she took matters into her own hands. “I took the screwdriver and opened it,” Smith said. “I took two utility guys
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An officer secures vehicles that were inside the crime scene on 11th Avenue North where an altercation led to shots being fired. One person was reported injured and one person was arrested as of 8 p.m. Tuesday.
the roadway as well in in yards near where the altercation happened. Police personnel marked and bagged an object that looked like a meat clever at the scene as well. The scene was hectic as people arrived on the scene to check on those who lived inside the crime scene. Children
with me.” Smith explained that she had been trying to get Potts to do clean out the office for a few days before the incident. Part of the argument between Potts and Smith also appears to be over when Potts could take comp time and who was doing the scheduling for police department employees. “I appreciate your time here, but you are terminated,” Smith said in the middle of the hearing. “I request that you return all equipment and keys that belong to the town.” Camp Hill Town Attorney Charles Gillenwaters said he thinks the mayor can terminate Potts this time.
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were seen in the area. A large crowd gathered to watch the activity and police were forced to expand the restricted area, using crime scene tape to block off a very large area. The area where the shooting occurred is on 11th Avenue North across from Henderson Tire’s secured vehicle lot.
“I checked with Porter and Porter and the League (of Municipalities),” Gillenwaters said. “They said unless we have a specific ordinance on how to appoint anyone, she can fire anyone. I didn’t think that was the law but they handle this everyday. They said she can do it since he was on probation.” Murchinson disagreed. “That has not been the practice,” Murchinson said. “Y’all have voted him back in several times.” As Smith was leaving the hearing, Bonner said he could not support the mayor’s termination of Potts. “There is insufficient documentation for insubordination,” Bonner said. “And that is the issue brought forward for this
• Alexander City Board of Education meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the board office at 375 Lee St. or local school at 5 p.m. • Alexander City Council meets on the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in the courtroom at the old city hall at 5:30 p.m. • Camp Hill Town Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6 p.m. • Community Action Agency of Chambers, Tallapoosa, Coosa will holds its regular board of directors meetings every other month at the Central Office in Dadeville. • Coosa County Board of Education holds called meetings at least once a month. • Coosa County Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Coosa County Courthouse in Rockford at 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday and at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday. • Coosa County Industrial Development Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room in the courthouse in Rockford. • Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. with a pre-meeting at 5:30 p.m. in city hall. • Daviston City Council meets the third Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Daviston Fire Department. • Goldville Town Council meets the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the town hall. • Goodwater City Council meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Caldwell Center at 6:30 p.m.
termination hearing.” Tuesday’s hearing is allowed when requested by Alabama Code 11-43-230 when someone is fired, suspended or terminated from a municipality. “The hearing shall be conducted by an impartial officer or body with authority to suspend or terminate the law enforcement officer,” Part ‘C’ of the statue states. “If the hearing is before the municipal governing body, the hearing may be conducted in an executive session, provided that any vote for or against suspension or termination shall occur in an open session.” Potts says he has accumulated more than 300 hours and there is a
settlement that has been offered by Smith for the time that has not been accepted by Potts. Council member Duane Blackwell said he had gone through Potts’ time sheets and was satisfied they were accurate while Smith said they were wrong. The matter could be brought up at the next regular council meeting on March 5 but it is unclear if it will be on the agenda. Potts’ attorney told the council she thinks the reason Smith fired him is Potts will not drop what he is doing every time the mayor wants something. “I think this comes down to he is not at her beck and call,” Murchinson said. “And she is not OK with it.”
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T.C. Coley represents District 1, including half of Coley Creek, the Andrew Jackson subdivision, the southern part of Indian Hill, North Central Avenue, part of Pearson’s Chapel Road, the Northside community and portion of Spring Hill T.C. Coley community. His phone number is 256-212-9316. His address is 2316 North Central Avenue, Kellyton. Steve Robinson represents District 2, which includes the southern part of Alexander City, the Cedar Creek area, Ourtown and Willow Point. His phone number Steve Robinson is 256-654-0047. His address is 300 Heritage Drive Alexander City. John McKelvey represents District 3, which includes Jackson’s Gap, Hackneyville, New Site and Daviston. McKelvey currently serves as chairman. His phone number is 256-794-4405. His address is 1285 Freeman John McKelvey Road, Dadeville. Emma Jean Thweatt represents District 4, which includes Dadeville, Pace’s Point, northern Camp Hill, Buttston, Dudleyville and part of Eagle Creek. She can be reached at 8254207. Her address is 585 Brookwood Circle, Dadeville.
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t a time when the media is taking a pretty good hit from our nation’s leaders and campaigns for a lot of offices are starting to ramp up – public records are even more important. Journalists and citizens must have access to information to make sure that the work they do is accurate and helps inform the public of events and actions that involves the money that the people entrust leaders to handle. Open records and meetings are essential for the media, who often serve as a watchdog for the people. The laws that are on the books are designed to assure free flow of government information – information that can help citizens understand government and make sure that leaders are being good stewards as they handle our business and our money. These laws also allow the people to make sure candidates are doing what they are supposed to in terms of financial disclosures and campaign contributions. The laws are on the books for good reason – to make sure that the public is not left in the dark. This newspaper has featured several stories in recent weeks and months that are the direct result of the use of the state and federal open records and meetings laws. We often hear residents complain that they didn’t know what lawmakers were doing or claim that they “pulled a fast one.” That can only happen when we don’t pay attention and ask questions. Our staff pledges to let this week renew our mission of keeping the public informed by using the tools that the current laws allow to get information out. We also charge citizens to do their part as well. Public information doesn’t belong to the government, nor does it belong to the press – it belongs to the people. If you have a question or want to know ‘why,’ ask your government for the information. It is that simple. There are minimal costs associated with the production of the information in some cases, but if you want to know, it is worth the nominal fee. The moral is that freedom of information is only a good principle when used by the people. Let’s all do our part to be good citizens and make sure our governmental bodies are being good stewards of the resources we entrust them with and operate in the light of day.
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ebruary was a good month. It started off with a corporate gig in Louisiana on the first day of the month. I made a lot of great contacts and will certainly get more work from it sometime down the road. After that, I didn’t have any gigs for 10 days, but I still had work to do. Talking is the easy part — even for a stuttering guy. It’s the writing, searches, paperwork, emails, marketing, etc. that make up the real work. As we say in the Army, “Planning is hard; execution is easy.” Besides, persistence and patience pay off. My next gig was on a Sunday night at First United Methodist Church in Alex City. At first, I thought someone had pulled a major rib on me. When I arrived at the church, there was no one there. I drove around the block to the other side, yet there was still no one to be found—not even any cars. Fortunately, I looked to my right and saw cars parked all around an adjacent building called The Arbor. I was relieved, but that would have been funny. I didn’t feel like it went as well as it should have, and that was all on me. I was tired, but it seemed everyone enjoyed it. I’m always my own worst critic. I got a lot of positive feedback. I even saw several old friends there. As I was leaving, some of the kids were playing basketball. I picked up the ball and shot three times, missing the hoop altogether with each attempt. That was embarrassing. I pulled off my suitcoat, so I could get a better shot. I still missed, so I made an easy layup and exited stage right and drove directly to Birmingham. I spoke the next day at Ross Bridge for the Alabama Association of Tax Administrators Winter Conference. It went well. I saw
JODY FULLER Columnist several old friends there, too. I even made a few new ones. They already want me for the summer conference in Orange Beach. On Tuesday, I received a surprise email. I was scheduled to entertain at the state Workforce Conference back in the fall, but it was cancelled due to severe weather. I’d emailed several times over the past few weeks but never heard back from them. It had been rescheduled, but they were having email issues. They asked if I was available for the next night, which was Valentine’s Day. I was indeed available. My better half understood. I just had to bring her home some chocolate. My persistence and patience paid off. Initially, I didn’t think it well all that well, primarily because I didn’t get a standing ovation. I know. I know. Sometimes I get spoiled. Dr. Jack Hawkins, Chancellor of Troy, spoke after me. I hung onto every word he said. I could have listened to him for hours. He also failed to get a “standing O,” so I guess I was in good company. He was an amazing speaker. They asked me back for the fall conference. I guess I did ok. The crowd just didn’t feel like standing. On Thursday, I was at Artesia Baptist Church, near Starkville, Mississippi. I had such a great time with this small Baptist church. Fortunately, they all had a good time, too, and left their cowbells at home. Funny enough, a former pastor at the church, Billy Hunt, later moved to preach in Opelika, my hometown.
I made it back home around two in the morning, and, after a few hours of sleep, spent the day with my family Saturday night, I had a gig at a non-denominational church in Ellaville, Georgia. That was so much fun, and, once again, I met some amazing people. Marty, the chef, knew how to cook, too. Man, was it good! They even gave me some flowers to take home to Lucy. That got me some brownie points. On Monday, I was up the road in rural Alabama in the community of Woodland to speak at their civic club. We’d been trying to get this scheduled for well over a year now but were unable to get it done for one reason or another. Persistence and patience pay off. I think everyone had an enjoyable time. I know I did. I even scored a cool coffee mug. Somewhere along the way, I got some articles written and spent time with my family, which, of course, include the dogs. I’ve been busy and blessed. Life is good and getting better. Persistence and patience pay off. It was a good run across the southeast. I was blessed to entertain a trifecta of churches from three different states and three different denominations. I performed in four states, received three standing ovations, two additional bookings, and a partridge in a pear tree. I provided for my family and made a lot of new friends. I’m blessed. Persistence and patience always pay off. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller. com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com
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he Alabama Legislature usually gets very little done during an election year session except passage of the budgets. However, the Legislature may have to address issues pertaining to prison health care. A federal judge has ruled that our prison mental health care is “horrendously inadequate.” This year the solution will probably be to simply add $30 to 50 million to the prison budget and kick the can down the road to the next quadrennium. Our Medicaid agency funding is always a key issue. Medicaid now consumes more than a third of the General Fund budget. Using part of the BP Oil spill money will allow legislators to wait until next year to tackle this money-eating monster. Mental health or drug addiction issues will probably be pushed back until next year after elections, as will the gasoline tax issue. The gas tax was not been raised since 1992. The state’s gas tax is earmarked for roads and bridges. Business groups, county governments and legislative leaders, especially Speaker Mac McCutcheon and legislators from Huntsville and other growth areas, are emphasizing the need for adequate transportation infrastructure. The Trump administration is advocating for a national infrastructure initiative. If this comes to fruition in Washington, the state will have to act in order to match federal dollars. The two budgets will not be difficult since both the General Fund and Education budgets are in better shape than normal, especially the Special Education Trust Fund budget. It is dependent on sales and income growth taxes and the economy is growing. Teachers and state employees
STEVE FLOWERS Columnist may receive a cost of living raise. Alabama state employees have not received a cost of living raise since 2009. Speaking of the economy, Alabama has been blessed with two gigantic coups in the past few months. The landing of the new Toyota-Mazda plant near Huntsville was huge. In addition, the decision by the U.S. Defense Department to locate the F-35 lightning aircraft deployment to Maxwell/Gunter in Montgomery will translate into a significant boom to the River Region for years to come. The January announcement that Alabama won the coveted Toyota-Mazda plant was tremendous. We beat out North Carolina for the $1.6 billion facility, which will be located at a Limestone County mega site adjacent to Huntsville. Alabama currently has 57,000 residents employed in the automotive industry. Exports of Alabama made vehicles and parts total over $9 billion. We are now the number two state in America for automotive production. Community College Chancellor Jimmy Baker is moving in the right direction to prepare our young people for these opportunities in the state’s industrial expansion. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle battled mightily for the new automotive facility. He deserves kudos for the victory as does Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange for landing the F-35 to Maxwell/Gunter. Our senior senator, Richard Shelby, was instrumental in both of these bonanzas behind the scenes. Speaking of the legislature and their adjourning early for an
election year, there will be 10 open Senate seats and 22 House seats with no incumbents. One of the most hotly contested state senate races will be in the Huntsville area. It will be an intra-party battle between Sam Givhan and Mary Scott Hunter. It is for the seat currently held by State Sen. Bill Holtzclaw, who is not seeking reelection. Ms. Hunter is a State School Board member who is close to the BCA. Givhan is a lawyer and heads the Huntsville/ Madison GOP. He has been endorsed by ALFA. It is fitting and proper that the Alabama Farmers Federation is backing young Sam Givhan. His grandfather was the legendary State Senator Walter Givhan, who was a Black Belt planter and stalwart ally of the farmers. State Rep. Mack Butler is favored to win the Republican Gadsden area seat of retiring Sen. Phil Williams. The Wiregrass will see a battle royale between State Rep. Donnie Chesteen and incumbent State Sen. Harri Anne Smith. The open Republican Senate seat of retiring State Sen. Dick Brewbaker in Montgomery and Pike Road may be the best senate race in the state. There are numerous powerful and popular incumbents who will coast to reelection, most with no opposition. That list includes Jabo Waggoner, Jimmy Holley, Jim McClendon, Cam Ward, Greg Reed, Steve Livingston, Clay Scofield, Shay Shelnutt, Clyde Chambliss, Billy Beasley, Bobby Singleton, Gerald Allen, Tom Whatley and Senate President, Del Marsh. The leadership of the State Senate will return. See you next week. Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www.steveflowers.us.
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CHURCH REVIVAL: The Family Worship Center at 1676 Sewell Street is hosting revival services Feb. 28, March 1 and March 2 at 6:30 p.m. with Evangelist Apostle W.T. Traylor. Everyone is welcome.
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PASTOR APPRECIATION: Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting the 21st Appreciation services for Apostle Thomas E. Bullock Sr. and Prophetess Margie N. Bullock March 2-March 4. Bishop Mary Ann Wilson will be the guest speaker March 2 at 7 p.m. Apostle Wayne Davis will be the guest speaker March 3 at 7 p.m. Bishop Demetrius Griffin is the guest speaker March 4 at 11 a.m. and Rev. Arthur Smith is the guest speaker March 4 at 3 p.m.
Saturday, March 3
CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE: The Alex City Methodist Church at 1020 11th Avenue North is holding a rummage sale March 3 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. BENEFIT SINGING: All for Him will be singing and praising Jesus Saturday, March 3 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1273 Horseshoe Bend Road in Dadeville to help Shane Welcher with medical expenses and bills. Welcher has been hospitalized since Jan. 3 with his wife by his side. Refreshments will be served afterwards.
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PASTOR ANNIVERSARY: New Style Baptist Church on Coosa County Road 20 in Equality is celebrating Pastor Richard Ellis Taylor’s third anniversary Sunday, March 4. Rev. Yeasive Ware of Opelika is the featured speaker at 11 a.m. and Pastor Robert L. Harbrove III of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Alexander City is the featured speaker at 2 p.m. PASTOR ANNIVERSARY: Corinth Baptist Church in Kellyton is hosting the 26th Pastoral Celebration for Pastor Jimmy Brooks Jr. and wife Patricia March 4 at 11 a.m. The guest speaker will be Pastor Jeffrey Wilson of First Baptist Church in South Pell City. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: The Bread of Life Apostolic Church of Promise is holding an anniversary observance Sunday, March 4 at 3 p.m. Elder Netherland Tuck is pastor.
Tuesday, March 6
BANQUET: Sav-A-Life is hosting is annual fundraising banquet Tuesday, March 6 at the First Baptist Church. Rick and Mick Vingeulle will be the featured speakers. Call Sav-A-Life at 256-329-2273 to make reservations.
Wednesday, March 7
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MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have their Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday, March 7 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and a small donation.
Thursday, March 8
ANNUAL MEETING: The Lake Martin Area United Way is holding its annual meeting and 2018 Team United Campaign Celebration March 8 at Valley National Bank, formerly USAmeriBank. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. with an awards presentation at 6 p.m.
Saturday, March 10
PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Alexander City Kiwanis Club is hosting a pancake and Conecuh sausage breakfast March 10 from 6 to 10 a.m. at the Benjamin Russell High School cafeteria. Tickets are $6 and include all you can eat. Carry out is also available. FLEA MARKET: The Town of Camp Hill Flea Market will start back up March 10 and continue on the second Saturday of each month through Nov. 10. The hours of operation are 30 minutes after day break until 2 p.m. Spaces are for rent for $10 and are 20 feet by 20 feet. For more information contact James Woody at 256-749-8270. SINGING: Family Worship Center at 1676 Sewell Street will be hosting “Singing with the Walkers” Saturday, March 10 at 6 p.m. The pastor of Family Worship Center is Tony Harris.
Tuesday, March 13
GREATER TUNA: Alexander City Arts is hosting “Greater Tuna,” Tuesday, March 13 at 7 p.m. at the BRHS Auditorium. It is a hilarious comedy about Texas’ third smallest town where the Lion’s Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies.
Wednesday, March 14
THE CASE FOR MIRACLES: River of Life Church will be a host site for the global simulcast of “The Case for Miracles,” Wednesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. The church will be serving a meal from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m The church is located at 1715 Tallapoosa Street (Highway 22) in Alexander City about a half mile past Buck’s restaurant.
March 14-16
CHURCH REVIVAL: GAP Fellowship Church at 721 Robinson Road is hosting spring revival services March 14-16 at 7 p.m. nightly. Pastor Betty Hoyett will speak Wednesday, Evangelist Shamika Thomas Thursday evening and Evangelist Joanne Shealey on Friday. Lou and Marilyn Benson are pastor of GAP Fellowship Church.
March 16-17
SPORTING CLAY SHOOT: The 12th annual Ronald Koon Sporting Clay Classic benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area will be held March 16 and 17. Friday night there will be a Calcutta and steak dinner at the Alexander City Elks Lodge and the shoot will be Saturday at the Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club. If you would like to participate or sponsor a sign please contact Stacey Jeffcoat by calling 256-2344757 or emailing at staceyj1229@ gmail.com.
Saturday, March 17
PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Comer Methodist Men’s Club is hosting a pancake breakfast Saturday, March 17 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. It is eat in or carry-out and is $6 a plate.
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PRE K REGISTRATION: Alabama’s Voluntary Pre-K Program is taking pre-registration. Forms can be found at https://alprek.asapconnected.com. Acceptance is through a random drawing to be held April 15 at 10 a.m. at the V. Robinson Head Start Center.
Saturday, March 24
EASTER EGG HUNT: Wind Creek State Park is hosting an Easter egg hunt Saturday, March 24 at 10 a.m. Most eggs will have small prizes and prize eggs will be hidden for each age division. The age divisions are 0-2 years old, 2-4 years old, 5-8 years old and 9-12 years old. The event will take place in the north picnic area across from the beach. There is a park entry fee for non-campers. ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF HORSESHOE BEND: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is hosting the 204th anniversary of the Battle of the Horseshoe Saturday, March 24. There will be demonstrations of Indian and frontier life in the year 1814. The program is free to the public.
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 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.
Saturday, March 31
FULL MOON HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a full moon hike Saturday, March 31 at 7 p.m. The hike will begin at dark in the north picnic pavilion. There is a fee for non-campers. NIGHT OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP: Centerview Baptist Church on County Road 89 in Camp Hill is hosting a Night of Praise and Worship featuring all male choirs and groups. For more information call 256-896-2974.
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Plenty on the calendar for March for Alex City Parks and Rec 50+
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he Alexander City Parks & Recreation 50+ is getting ready to “spring” into March with more outings, activities and fun social events. We held our Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at the Activity Center. Opening welcome was by Lillian Howard, blessing of the event and food by Frank Rasbury and leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance was Howard Mattox. Pasty Densmore was our guest speaker. Pasty spoke on the Grief Share program that is offered to our community and surrounding areas. She did a wonderful job and we want to thank her so much for coming and
CORLEY HOLT Columnist sharing. We sang happy birthday to our February babies and congratulated those with anniversaries. Lillian went over the importance of filling out member wavier participation forms and reminding everyone to RSVP to scheduled events and social activities. Door prizes were awarded to those with the winning numbers. Corley Holt ended the program with a special thanks to all who attended and the continuous love and
support for ACPR 50+ that is shown by members. Again, we want to thank all who helped with the luncheon before, during and afterwards. We deeply appreciate your support and caring hearts. We look forward to seeing you all back again on Wednesday, March 21. Guest speakers for the March Monthly Luncheon will be from Mortgage Pros. Ladies from the Bunco group want to say a special thank you to John Hiebure for the unexpected Valentine earring that he brought for them. Bunco winners from the month of February were: 3 of a Kind-Reba McFee, Snake Eyes-Sherry
Smith, Low-Brenda Tankersley, HighRebecca Northington and Bunco-Frank McFee. The group meets on every first Monday of the month starting at 4:30 p.m. More are always welcome to join in on the fun. Larry Marbury and Kathy Luke are getting out and about again. Larry has been under the weather for a bit and he’s back enjoying spending time painting during Open Studio time on Thursdays. Kathy had to undergo serious surgery. She’s been through her rehab therapy sessions and will continue at home therapy. Brenda Burnette is recovering well after her medical scare. We
were so glad to have seen her at the Valentine program event. Leola Johnson called to let us know how she’s been doing. She’s been slowly gaining her strength back and is so ready to go on a trip when she can. Hugs to all four and keep on keeping on! Notes to Know: Nashville Show Trip scheduled for Nov. 12-16, Travel Group A to Irondale on Wednesday, Feb. 28, Hilltop Players Skit practice starts on Tuesday, March 6 at 12:15 p.m., Queen’s Outing on Thursday, March 8, Travel Group C trip on Friday, March 9, Yard Sale with Bernice Whetstone on Saturday, March 10, Men’s Lunch Outing on Wednesday,
March 14, Lucky Bingo on Thursday, March 15 at 10:30 a.m., Travel Group A trip on Friday, March 16, Leaders and Volunteer Meeting on Monday, March 19 at 12:30 p.m., Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday, March 21 at 11:30 a.m., Travel Group’s Make-Up Oxford trip on Monday, March 26, Picker’s Outing on Wednesday, March 28 and Travel Group B trip on Thursday, March 29. Until next time, keep a smile on your face and love in your heart. Holt writes about the events and people of the Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department’s 50+ program.
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very warm welcome to Nixburg for the new family moving in this week. Daryl and Lacey Newman have bought the house on Highway 63 from Pat Garnett. The Newman’s are anxious to make the place their own with some new paint colors right away. The family includes two young sons that attend the Central School in Coosa, where Lacey does some substitute teaching. Mr. Newman is a State Trooper serving this area and we are very proud to have and to be able to welcome such a pleasing, caring and good family to our area. We are now at the end of February. Spring is most assuredly right around the corner with the spring blooming trees and shrubs looking so beautiful. Now, it’s a joy walking outside or driving around the countryside. Except of course, for the trash thrown on the roadsides by visiting hunters. They bring fast-
ROSIE MORGAN Columnist food breakfasts and drinks, then toss packages along the first quarter mile of Coosa 4. Since it only seems to happen during hunting season, it must be hunters that won’t be responsible for their trash and take it home. We are about the only country in the Western World where residents just throw trash on roadsides. Who-ever does this trashing of America should be truly ashamed and pick it up. On a behaving badly note, after-dark several weeks ago when temps were going to be freezing overnight, protective cameras at Kowaliga Holistic Veterinary Spa caught a heartless human being leaving an 8-10-year-
old terrier/chihauhua mix. Then throwing a blanket at him and driving off. Humans are the keepers of animals according to the Bible. Folks cruel enough to dump an older dog with no shelter in freezing temps, should have to spend the night outside themselves. That kind just don’t need pets. Maybe he will have sleepless nights for the evil done. The Chit-Chatters ladies lunching group met last Thursday at Kountry Kitchen in Alex City where they treated us very well. We had a private dining room with great tea-service. The plates come with several choices. I can tell you that my fried chicken and vegetable was simply delicious. Ron wants us to go back. I hope it will be a Friday for catfish dinner. Chit-Chatters attending was Jean Moe-Prince, what a woman. She is raising 25 head of cattle and I know that is heavy-work. Jean will be hosting the
Chit-Chatters in early May at her home for afternoon tea and coffee. We all look forward to that. More friendsin attendance were: Rachel Fuller, sweet Mrs. Yvonne Myers, Jackie Dean, Linda Seitz and her mother-in-law Ginny Seitz who was married to Frank Seitz four months ago and from Alex City. Sharon Culberson, Janice Moses, Carla Luck and Rosie Morgan. We were so proud to have Jodi McDade join us. She lives on Coosa 67, and is currently running for Coosa County Commission District 4 replacing Paul Parrett as he retires the position. I know Jodi is dependable, and does what she says. I like folks that keep promises. It has becomes a rarity these days. The 8th annual Getting Down with the Dawgs Drawdown had such great success Feb. 19 at Wind Creek Wetumpka Entertainment Center. Chef Gary and the staff made sure that everyone
had a simply great evening and their fill of “yummy food and drink,” according to the Shelters’ Director Rea Cord. This evening took a lot of volunteer work to organize and get it all together, ready in time for the date set. The tickets sold out, and funds raised for the shelter totaled $21,000. It’s ‘First Saturday’ Santuck will be open. There will be cakes and lunch sold at the old Masonic Lodge/Firehouse in Equality supporting the Volunteer Fire Department. ‘Nixburg House’ will also be open Saturday. Just about all goods are on sale at great prices. My friend Rose always has such great stuff she collects in Pennsylvania and will be in the parking lot with loads of things. Come by and visit, maybe stay for hot tea. It is open from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. See you then. Performing Friday, March 9 at the Equality
Performing Arts Center is “The Harmonettes,” The Glen Trio and Peggy Shores at the piano. Gayle Glen Sellers, Peggy Glen Shores and Kelley Whisnand will be returning to sing some of your favorite close harmony songs like the MacGuire sisters and other well-loved tunes. And gospel as you walk down memory’s Lane. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Come share the evening and bring a snack if you’d like. There is no admission but donations in the jar are appreciated. Wear the green. If you have questions contact Wayne Glenn, at 334-3206326. Until next week, keep smiling. Rosie Morgan is a community columnist for The Outlook. She is a resident of Nixburg and writes about the events and people of the Equality and Nixburg areas.
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continued from page 1 6700 block of Jarmans Gap Road of a tip of drug activity. Melton’s latest arrest come after he was popped on Dec, 29, 2017 by a Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department deputy on a traffic stop for running a stop sign in the StillWaters community near Dadeville. The deputy noticed the smell of marijuana and contacted the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force. A search of the vehicle was done and approximately 1,073 grams, or about 2.3 pounds, of high-grade marijuana. Also found in the vehicle was 10 grams of cocaine, 21 hydrocodone pills and $5,673 in cash was found and confiscated. Task Force investigators responded to the scene, logged in the evidence and also seized a 2010 Ford F-150. Melton was charged with trafficking in marijuana, trafficking in hydrocodone, possession of controlled substance, promoting prison contraband and possession of drug paraphernalia. Melton was able to post a $62,500 bond and was released on Dec. 31, according to court records. The bond conditions stipulated that Melton not break any laws. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said that local officials were aware of Melton’s latest trouble with the law and are looking at options. “We were made aware of the latest arrest and the amounts involved there,” Abbett said. “We are talking to federal and Virginia authorities to see what the next step to take should be. Two arrests with those the amounts that we have seen is something that requires some coordination.” As of Tuesday, Melton remained in custody in the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail and a bond was set at $25,000.
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and read to the different classrooms. “I’ll be going over Friday afternoon to Jim Pearson to read to some of the students,” Martin said. “Some of the schools have done green eggs and ham before. The ham, the children have no problem eating, but when it comes to the green eggs, they’re a little more skeptical.” Jamie Forbus, the principal at Jim Pearson Elementary School, said this week has been an exciting series of celebration and enjoyment of reading. “Monday we had ‘Hats off to Dr. Seuss,’ so students got to wear a hat to school,”
he said. “Today was ‘Fox in Socks,’ and students wore crazy or mismatched socks.” Jim Pearson students are getting to wear crazy hair today for “Wacky Wednesday,” college shirts for “Oh the Places You’ll Go!” on Thursday, and will dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss book character Friday. Forbus said there will be community readers coming in Friday morning to read to the students, and those dressed up will take part in a character parade through the hallways Friday afternoon. In addition, he said some teachers have gone above and
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beyond adding more of their own twists to the celebration. “One of our teachers built a campground in her room, Camp Read-aLot,” Forbus said. Stephens Elementary School kicked off a week full of Dr. Seuss activities Monday, using a different book each day and tying it into the curriculum. “Monday we did ‘My Many Colored Days,’ and the children wore as many colors as they could,” Stephens Principal April Neese said. “Today (Tuesday) was ‘The Cat in the Hat,’ and they were encouraged to wear a crazy hat.” Other events at Stephens include wearing wacky clothing on Wednesday for “Wacky Wednesday,” wearing red and blue on Thursday in honor of “One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish,” and
crazy socks on Friday for “Fox in Socks.” Neese said these events had both reading and math aspects involved, as math teachers charted all the different colors students were wearing Monday, and will also be graphing how many students wore red and how many wore blue during Thursday’s celebrations. “The teachers worked together to come up with all of this,” Neese said. “It’s been really exciting.” Horseshoe Bend Principal James Aulner said events were taking place throughout the week, but teachers were setting their own schedules of when activities would be held, as well as the different kinds of celebrations. Some of the events included having students dress as their favorite character, while some teachers
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will also be serving green eggs and ham to their children. Dadeville Elementary School also chose to have a full week of events to celebrate and honor the late author, starting with wearing crazy hair on Monday, like the residents of Whoville in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” are known to wear. The students wore wacky socks on Tuesday while studying “Fox in Socks,” donned their favorite college’s attire for “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” today, wearing orange and yellow Thursday for “The Lorax” before the week concludes with “The Cat in the Hat” on Friday. Dadeville Elementary will also hold a birthday party for Dr. Seuss Friday, with cake and community readers, while students from the older grades will be paired with students from the lower grades as special reading partners. At Mamie’s Place Children’s Library, the celebrations begin
today during the weekly Budding Bookworms story time. Library staff said the children participating will make a Dr. Seuss-themed craft, while listening to “The Cat in the Hat.” Children will also have the chance to meet the Cat in the Hat, who will be making a special visit to the library during story time. The fun continues on Friday, with special treats available for patrons as they come into the library and another potential visit from the Cat in the Hat. With the work of Dr. Seuss continuing to inspire wonder and an enjoyment of reading in children of all ages, it is hardly surprising that schools and libraries throughout the country are holding special celebrations to remember the iconic author. For those participating in events at school or at Mamie’s Place, not only will this give them the chance to enjoy honoring a great writer, but also the chance to become that much more of an avid reader.
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AROUND Is it really spring practice THE time already? I DIAMOND ANDY GRAHAM Columnist
s it just me or is the year of 2018 already shifting into high gear down the timeline of life? I could have sworn I was in Jordan Hare for the Iron Bowl just a couple of weeks ago. Auburn won that game as I recall. Wait… I’m vaguely recalling a national championship game of some significance as well. I guess that means National Signing Day is just around the corner. It was three weeks ago?!? I give up! The first two months of this year have seemed like a blur to me. I need this merry-go-round to slow down for a moment and let me find my bearings. Believe it or not, the Auburn Tigers begin spring practice Thursday and will look to embark on the initial steps of defending their 2017 SEC West title. While spring football is one of the most overrated sporting events in existence, the opportunity to practice can be beneficial in a lot of ways. It should be especially productive this year on the Plains with both coordinators returning and the same playbooks in use. In fact, Gus Malzahn made only one change on his coaching staff and that was to bring back former offensive line coach JB Grimes. Herb Hand left to go to Texas when he was offered more money. To be perfectly honest, I thought Auburn’s O-line significantly underperformed under Hand’s tutelage. I definitely think the Tigers got the better end of the new deal. There are always position battles this time of the year. Here are some players and positions to watch this spring. Auburn was fortunate to have a lot of veteran leadership upfront last season with four seniors on the offensive line. That translated into the second most productive offense in the SEC at 454 yards per game. Unfortunately, it’s back to square one for Grimes in 2018. However, the Tigers have recruited very well and a few untimely injuries have allowed several underclassmen to get some experience. Junior Mike Horton is the lone returning starter and is undoubtedly destined to remain inside at guard. Junior Marquell Harrell was inserted into the lineup late in the season due to an injury and acquitted himself well. The two tackle positions are up for grabs. Redshirt-freshman Calvin Ashley is a blue-chip recruit that sat out last season. He’ll now have his opportunity to shine along with junior Prince Tega Wanogho Jr. The battle at Center will probably come down to junior Kaleb Kim and redshirt-freshman Nick Brahms. There are several other names in play, but one has to be the sentimental favorite. Freshman Brodarius Hamm is now completely healthy and ready to compete for a starting spot after beating cancer coming out of high school. Another position to keep a close eye on this spring is at safety. The Tigers lost veterans Tray Matthews, Stephen Roberts and Nick Ruffin. Juniors Jeremiah Dinson and Daniel Thomas both return with experience, but the Tigers desperately need to build some depth. Sophomores Jordyn Peters and Traivon Leonard are two underclassmen with a lot of talent who fit the bill. Finally, Auburn must find a replacement for Kerryon Johnson and Kamryn Pettway. Will it be junior Kam Martin? How about redshirtsophomore Malik Miller? Then again, maybe it will be one of the true freshman like Asa Martin. Well, I think I’ve got my head on straight for now. Just in time for everything to start spinning again. Andy Graham is a regular columnist for The Outlook.
Tourney a good way to kick-start season By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
There’s no question about it — baseball and softball season is a grind. With teams playing five and six days a week, and sometimes more games than that, it’s pedal to the metal from the get-go. So it seems like starting with the Central Alabama Softball Classic at the Sportplex this past weekend was the perfect way to kick off the season. Teams were guaranteed four games and could play up to six in about a 30-hour time period. “I feel like this is good practice for area, and we need all the practice games we can get,” Dadeville senior Quanesha Presley said. “It also builds up our confidence when we win.” Not only does it show teams what they’re good at, it also shows them early what needs the most improvement. For Horseshoe Bend, which had the biggest struggle of the tournament of all four county teams, it showed the Generals need improvement both offensively and defensively. The Generals had nine total errors in their four games and collected only 17 hits. “(This tournament) gives them an opportunity to get to see lots of different styles of teams and lots of at-bats, and you get to correct these errors we’re making before we play in area games,” Horseshoe Bend coach Hagen Vickers said. “Not saying these games don’t matter, but it’s not going to keep us from going to the state tournament or the regional tournament, but it helps them get better.”
Benjamin Russell’s bats are on fire
With the season now in full swing, it’s certain Benjamin Russell’s baseball team is going to be no slouch offensively. Although it was
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Top: Benjamin Russell’s Jayme Marbury rounds third base against Horseshoe Bend on Saturday morning. Above: Benjamin Russell’s Brett Pitts, left, has the best batting average so far this season for the Wildcats. He has batted .556 in 15 plate appearances.
one of coach Richy Brook’s biggest questions coming into the season, it seems the offense wasn’t something to worry about. The Wildcats have outscored their opponents, 40-15, in four games and are 3-1 to start the season. Of players with at least 10 plate appearances, four have batting averages of .400 or better and two others are .300 or better. BRHS’ team batting average is .387. Leading the way is Brett Pitts, who has gone 5-for-9 in 15 plate appearances for a batting average of .556. Cade Brooks is at .545 (6-for-11) on the season, and Huel Lumpkin is 4-for-8 for an even .500. Ryan Willis squeaked into the top four batting average spots with .400 and has scored a teamleading six runs so far. Bradley Stewart is 4-for12 (.333) on the season, and Joe Young is 3-for-10 (.300). Benjamin Russell has struck out only 16 times in 145 plate appearances so far.
LOCAL SPORTS CALENDAR Wednesday, Feb. 28 High school tennis Benjamin Russell at Opelika, 3:30 p.m. College tennis Marion Military at Central Alabama, 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 1 High school baseball Benjamin Russell at Beauregard, 4 p.m. Valley at Dadeville, 4 p.m. LaFayette at Reeltown, 4:30 p.m. Winterboro at Central Coosa, 7 p.m. High school softball Auburn at Benjamin Russell, 5 p.m.
Holtville at Horseshoe Bend, 4:30 p.m. Reeltown at Dadeville, 4:30 p.m. High school girls soccer Prattville at Benjamin Russell, 7 p.m. High school girls golf Benjamin Russell at Smiths Station Invitational, TBA High school tennis Benjamin Russell at Smiths Station, 4 p.m. College baseball Central Alabama at Bishop State, 1 p.m. College baseball Coastal Alabama East at Central Alabama, 2 p.m.
Dadeville could be on the rise
Although Dadeville’s softball team is just 2-3 to start the young season, the Tigers are feeling good under first-year head coach C.J. Ford. Ford was an assistant last season, so he knows the ins and outs of Dadeville’s program and is ready to continue strides it made last year. “This program has won only 14 games over the last three seasons and nine games last year, so we really started to turn around,” he said. “I just look forward to playing another game and getting better. I hope we ride this momentum (after their first win) into tomorrow because it’s a long season.” Dadeville has a busy week ahead, hosting St. James today, Reeltown on Thursday and Bullock County on Friday, but Ford is ready to keep at it. “I think the girls were let down the first two games we played,” he said. “But we
faced two really good teams (Beauregard and Benjamin Russell) with two really good pitchers, and we hadn’t found our stride yet. I really believe the more this team plays, the more we’re going to settle down and really start winning some ballgames.
Reeltown has up and down start
After being swept by Alabama Christian, 11-1 and 7-1 to begin the season, Reeltown’s baseball team has had a turnover, winning its last two games to even its record at 2-2. The Rebels dominated Beulah, 12-2, before eking out a late 9-6 victory over Park Crossing, a Class 6A program in Montgomery. Tied 6-6 heading into the final inning, Reeltown broke the game open with three runs in the top of the seventh. Central Coosa’s baseball team is currently 0-3, while the softball squad has played just one game and fell to Talladega.
BRHS boys golf team starts strong STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
Benjamin Russell’s boys golf team started out the season Monday afternoon with a 145180 victory over Clay Central. Dylan Moncus picked up right where he left off last season, firing a one-under 34. Sawyer Parks turned in a 36, and Sawyer Scott followed right behind with a 37. Matthew Cush rounded out the scoring for BRHS (1-0) by turning in a 38. Kylee Reeder and Caziah Gilmore also competed for the Wildcats. “The boys played well, but we still have a lot of work to
do,” BRHS coach Wes Tate said. Benjamin Russell will be hosting its annual golf tournament at LakeWinds on March 16. Registration will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. with a shotgun start beginning at 1:15 p.m. The entry fee is $400 per team and includes three mulligans, a throw and a power drive per player. Awards will be given to the top three teams for low gross score and low net score, as well as closest to the pin awards on par 3s and a longest drive contest. For more information, contact Tate at 256-750-0953.
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