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Probation visit turned drug bust By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
Anna Marie Patterson is in custody and law enforcement is looking for Marcus Derall Smith after a Friday incident in Goodwater. “Ms. Patterson had reported into our office,” State Parole Officer Ray Burnham said. “We asked her if she had been on drugs and she told us she had a pipe in the car.” Burnham explained they took Patterson to booking at the Coosa
County Jail for a drug test and went to search the car she traveled in. “Marcus Smith was in the car on phone,” Burnham said. “He got out and casually left in another car. He left before he was Patterson told he was being detained.” Burnham said they searched the car finding various things related to
Ridesharing companies coming soon?
Recent events on Alabama Street draw attention, some controversy
By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
Could ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft be coming to Alexander City and Tallapoosa County in the near future? The possibility remains open after actions taken by the Alabama Legislature. During the spring 2018 session of the state legislature, a bill was passed allowing ridesharing companies to begin setting up shop across Alabama. In the past, companies like Uber and Lyft have mainly been restricted to major metropolitan areas in the state, but the legislation removed that barrier after being signed by Gov. Kay Ivey on March 1 and took effect July 1. “Alabamians in all areas of our state now have the option to enjoy the many benefits of ridesharing, including opportunities for those looking to make extra income; increased economic activity for local businesses, cities and towns; and the expansion of safe, affordable transportation options,” Ivey said in a prepared statement. See RIDESHARING • Page 3
County Sheriff Terry Wilson said. “It didn’t have anything to do with us initially.” Patterson, 31, of Goodwater is being held in the Coosa County Jail for possession of dangerous drugs, drug paraphernalia and possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell/ distribute. Smith, 33, of Goodwater is wanted on the same charges. Patterson was out of prison on probation after being sentenced in See PROBATION • Page 3
drugs. “We found 13 grams of meth, four grams of marijuana, one gram of cocaine and a glass pipe,” Burnham said. “They left it next to his driver’s license.” Smith The Coosa County Sheriff’s Department assisted in the call Friday. “It is a case where a couple came to report into probation,” Coosa
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lmost every weekend evening since Memorial Day Alabama Street has been closed at the intersection with Main Street as The Coffee Corner hosts events. The new events have drawn visitors to downtown Alexander City, something Tony Blanco of The Coffee Corner hopes to do more of. “We are just trying to create things that will draw people to downtown,” Blanco said. “We believe if you give people something to do, they will come.” Blanco and The Coffee Corner have been hosting events like music, games and movies on Friday and Saturday evenings, but it has not been without growing pains. The events are allowed as they are Main Street Alexander City events in the arts and entertainment district and as such, they can then ask the police chief to close the street. “The events have been approved by See EVENTS • Page 3 Submitted / The Outlook
Events held by The Coffee Corner on Alabama Street have drawn attention and a bit of controversy after city officials turned power off to their string lights last week. Main Street Alexander City has approved the business to have outdoor events there and the police chief has signed off on closing the streets for single events, but the city does not allow the business to use city power outlets for their lights.
Game night in New Site
Fishing still good this summer, officials say It might be hot, but it’s not too hot to fish. According to local fishing guide David Hare of Alex City Guide Service, the bite has been on for most of the summer. “The fishing has been good all summer except for the last week,” Hare said. “Between the boat traffic and thunder and lighting from storms, the File / The Outlook stripers are spooked a little.” Heat and weather has slowed the bite but fishing still remains good on Lake Hare said he has been See FISHING • Page 3 Martin.
Adding new events to the activity calendar, the New Site Senior Activity Center will be hosting its first ever game night event Friday beginning at 5 p.m. Running from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday’s game night gives area seniors the chance to come together when those who may work during the day can join in and have some fun with their neighbors and friends,
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