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Storms roll through area Rain brings needed relief, but also causes scattered damage By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer
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First-responders secure the location around downed power lines that fell on a car on Robinson Road Tuesday afternoon.
Thunderstorms over the past several days have brought much needed rain to Tallapoosa County, but not without causing some scattered damage. Tuesday afternoon just before 4 p.m. as a series of thunderstorms rolled through Alexander
City, crews were called to four separate locations where fallen trees had collected power lines. The worst of those was on Robinson Road where live power lines that were taken down by a tree fell on a car that had a woman and children inside. While there were some tense moments as Alexander City Police Department, Alexander
City Fire Department, Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department and crews from the Alexander City Light and Power Department and Alabama Power responded to the scene, no injuries were reported. The road was shut down as power to the wires was cut and first-responders freed those inside the vehicle and worked See STORMS • Page 5
New financial technology gets high marks New card and check readers will streamline city processes By MITCH SNEED Editor
Alexander City is two weeks into use of new equipment designed to increase efficiency in customers making financial transactions with the city and so far the new process is receiving high marks. The new equipment was installed on June 21 to process financial transaction cards, but new check reading machines are set to go online Thursday. So far, the new card readers seem to See FINANCES • Page 5
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Residents stood shoulder to shoulder with heads raised to the sky as Dr. Eddie Hunter led them in singing ‘Amazing Grace’ at Tuesday night’s unity prayer event at Alexander City City Hall.
STRENGTH IN UNITY Area residents join to pray for help and healing
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Clerks say customers have adjusted well to new card readers and new check readers will be in place on Thursday for residents paying bills.
Area religious and government leaders, first-responders and residents from all walks of life stood shoulder to shoulder, hand in hand and prayed for God’s help in healing Alexander City, the county, the state and the country Tuesday night. A total of 179 people jammed the lobby of Alexander City City Hall and prayed
for unity after a week filled with violence, tragedy, tension and tears across the country. “There is no doubt that we as a city, a nation and we as people, need God and to lean on his promises,” Bro. Wayne Cowhick of Alex City Methodist Church said as he welcomed those in attendance to the service that was moved indoors due See PRAYER • Page 5
Rodeo to celebrate Boys and Girls Club’s silver anniversary STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
What better way to celebrate a silver anniversary than with the competitive jangling of silver spurs? That’s just what the Lake Martin Area Boys and Girls Club will do on Friday and Saturday, July 22-23, when it hosts two nights of rodeo at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. “We’re very excited. We hope to make it a real festival for the kids,” said Melissa Reynolds, executive director of the Lake Martin Area Boys and Girls Club. Gates will open at 5 p.m. both Mitch Sneed / The Outlook nights, with the rodeo activities beginning at 7:30 p.m. Those A cowboy tries to stay atop a bronc from the North Carolina-based Bar W Rodeo Co. at last year’s Lake Martin Boys and Girls Club Rodeo. This year’s event is set for July 22-23. who arrive early will be enter-
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tained by a rodeo expo area and kids’ activities and have the opportunity to purchase concession stand snacks and souvenirs and more to enjoy before the show starts. Bar W Rodeo Co., a stock contractor from Hayesville, North Carolina that produces professional rodeos throughout the Southeast in a family-oriented atmosphere and boasts some of the top rodeo livestock in the country, will be producing the rodeo. Rodeo fans can save money and time by getting their tickets in advance. Advance tickets are available at several locations around Alexander City, including Depot Music & Pawn, the Alexander City Parks & See RODEO • Page 6 +
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DEAR ABBY: I know you provide a booklet to help teens with questions about sex. But when should I talk to my son or give him a copy? He will turn 9 soon. I know that is young, but kids today are exposed to so much so early. -- KRISTEN IN MARYLAND DEAR KRISTEN: You’re absolutely right; they are. They also mature earlier than children of previous generations. That’s why it is so important for parents -- and guardians -- to begin discussing subjects like alcohol, drugs, sex and family values well before their children start experimenting. So talk to your son now. Do not be shocked if he tells you he has already heard it all from contemporaries. If he has, ask him to tell you what he knows, because what he heard may be inaccurate, and it will give you a chance to correct any misinformation. My booklet “What Every Teen Should Know” can help
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DEAR ABBY: I have observed (and experienced) that people won’t tell you about a husband’s or wife’s infidelity while you and your spouse are together. However, they WILL reveal it after the divorce or death. What purpose does that serve? If people don’t want to get involved, then allow me to make a suggestion: Send an unsigned letter in the mail with no return address. There are also phone features that let a person place an anonymous call. Call the workplace of the cheated-on spouse if you don’t have his or her cellphone number. However you can, give the person as much information as you know. If you do, maybe a marriage can be saved, or a spouse won’t have to deal with an STD. Do you have an opinion, Abby? -- STRICTLY ANONYMOUS DEAR STRICTLY ANONYMOUS: People who feel compelled to tell others some-
Joanie Lynn Pike Wilkerson Funeral Services for Joanie Lynn Pike Wilkerson, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at West End Baptist Church. She will lie in state 30 minutes before service. Rev. Donald DeLee will officiate. Burial will follow at Fellowship Cemetery. The
Kathy Brumbeloe Kathy Brumbeloe of Jackson’s Gap, Al passed away on July 11th, 2016. Born on November 15, 1947 in Cincinnati,OH. Preceded in death by her devoted husband of 49 years; J.J., and her beloved child, Samuel (Kelly Schweck) of Auburn, AL. Kathy is survived by her cherished son, Jeffry (Alice) of Lithia, FL. Also survived by dear sister, Charlee, and 2 other siblings; treasured grandchildren Jacob, Cole, Garrett, Luke and Lily. She also leaves many nieces and nephews and extended family members. Kathy had a long career in nursing and medical management culminating in a position of supervisor for a local dialysis center. She had an innate
family will receive friends from 6 - 8 p.m., Monday, July 11, 2016 at Bass Funeral Home. Ms. Wilkerson passed away on July 9, 2016 at East Alabama Medical Center. She was born on May 11, 1980 to Charles and Patricia Forbus Pike. She is survived by her parents;
daughters, Haylie Wilkerson and Ravin Wilkerson, Grandparents; Robbie Griffin, Martha and Raymond Forbus, Brother; Michael Troy Peppers. The father of her daughters; Mike Wilkerson.
ability to care for, comfort and show respect for her patients. Her basic nature to nurture resulted in a kindness and sense of dignity imparted to each she served. She mentored many of her employees and endeared herself to staff. Kathy was bestowed with many artistic abilities. All enjoyed her beautiful flower paintings and whimsical handpainted creations on dried gourds. When she was fifteen years old, she received a rare national merit award for her lovely cursive handwriting abilities. During her illness, Kathy never projected a “why me” mentality. Her grace during this time was a beautiful asset and further endeared her to us. Kathy requested that there be no
official service; however, if desired, a donation to a local pet shelter in her name would be appreciated. Many thanks to all the neighbors, friends and family who helped and prayed for Kathy. Finally, Kathy asked several months ago that the following quote be included in writing“If there ever comes a day where we can’t be together, keep me in your heart. I’ll stay there forever”. -Winnie the Pooh She is smiling down upon us from Heaven and will be greatly missed.
Ms. Jacqueline “Jackie” Leonard Funeral service for Ms. Jacqueline “Jackie” Leonard 67 of Alexander City, AL; 1 p.m., Thursday, July 14, 2016 at Armour’ Memorial Chapel, Alexander City, AL; Visitation: Thursday, July 14, 2016 8:30 a.m. until funeral time.
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Lamborne announces Funderburk enters Blasingame announces candidacy for mayor race for District 6 on candidacy for mayor of Alexander City Alexander City Council of New Site
I, Mark Lamborne, am announcing my candidacy for the office of mayor for Alexander City. After watching our city government deal with political unrest, personal animosity, and financial insecurity for the past four years, I feel that WE the citizens of Alexander City deserve better. In order for our city to move forward we must unify our city government, ensure that our financial records are maintained in a timely manner, and ensure that our city operates within the established rules and regulations. As a local business owner for over Lamborne 30 years and a lifelong resident, I consider myself very fortunate to live and work in our city. I have been dismayed, and saddened at the amount of political division between our city government and their inability to progress this city forward. I think it’s time to for a change and we need to bring in new faces, progressive thinking, and most important, progressive action. Our elected officials’ jobs should be to ensure our community’s safety, promote a positive environment for families to live in, students to learn in and businesses to grow in. We live in a remarkable community, filled with talented and educated people who share a deep appreciation for our beautiful city. We have what it takes to make this a thriving, economically viable and sustainable environment for our city. I believe that the foundation for any community should include education, the arts, shopping and recreation. If we want to attract strong, wellpaying companies with better jobs, we must work to enhance and expand these categories. Your support and vote for Mark Lamborne will be a Step in the Right Direction to bring Alexander City back to greatness. The Choice in 2016 Is Clear: Change or Remain the Same Mark Lamborne
My name is Tim Funderburk and I am a candidate for Alexander City Council from District 6. I was born in Alexander City and attended BRHS and Auburn University, graduating in 1986 with a degree in Textile Management and Technology. I have lived in District 6 with my wife, Ann, for the past 17 years, where we raised our two sons, Britt and Nickolas. Britt and his wife, Ellis and daughter Haynes, now live in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he practices law for a major firm, Funderburk and Nickolas is a Seminary student in Louisville, Kentucky where he resides with his wife, Hanna. After graduating from college, I took a management position with Russell Corporation, until leaving in 1994 for a job as a Plant Manager in South Carolina, where I supervised the construction and staffing of a $50 million facility. Finishing the project under budget and ahead of schedule, I felt the call of home and returned to the Alexander City area. During my career, I have successfully worked as a manager, a salesman, and for the last 10 years, I have owned and operated my own business in the area. As I thought about the upcoming election and the political turmoil, I felt strongly about getting involved because I believe I have the leadership skills and the commitment to make a difference in the community. After lengthy discussions with Ann and my family, I made the decision to seek the office. From what I have already seen, there is a strong core of experienced city leaders and an influx of newcomers with fresh ideas seeking office, and I believe we can work together to accomplish what we all want to see, and that is the growth and prosperity for all of Alexander City. I want to bring that type of leadership and commitment to my hometown, and I would appreciate your vote and support.
After prayerful consideration, I am pleased to announce my candidacy for the position of Mayor for the Town Of New Site. I am a life-long resident of New Site and feel it offers a great quality of life for its residents. I have been blessed with the opportunity to raise my family in this fine community and feel that it is time for me to work to give something back to the community. There are some areas that I will work to improve in order to give our citizens better opportunities. These Blasingame areas include: working to locate a doctor’s office in New Site and work to secure funding to construct a new senior citizens/community center. I will also solicit new businesses such as a bank, drug store and auto parts store. We must work towards growth for our community. I will use my 30 years of financial management experience to accomplish the goals I have set forth in order to give our citizens better services. If elected, I promise hard work and dedication. I feel that my experience and commitment qualifies me to serve as the Mayor of New Site. I would appreciate your support on August 23rd.
Aug. 1 deadline set for announcements Candidates who qualify to run for municipal office are welcome to submit a candidacy announcement to be published in the Outlook. All announcements are limited to 300 words and can be accompanied by a color high-resolution photograph of the candidate. Announcements will be published on a first come, first serve basis. No candidacy announcements will be accepted after Aug. 1, 2016. Announcements can be emailed to editor@alexcityoutlook.com. For answers to questions or for more information contact Editor Mitch Sneed at 678-787-3577.
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Teresa Harrell Moten is hosting a mentoring camp Yes I Can at Nathaniel H. Stephens School from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a free lunch.
July 14
PATH FINDERS MEETING: The next meeting of the local Alzheimer’s Group for individuals needing dementia education, resources and support will be July 14 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lake Martin Area United Way Conference Room. This meeting is open to the community.
July 14 - July 30
WETUMPKA DEPOT PLAYERS: Calendar Girls will be presented by the Wetumpka Depot Players July 14 - July 30. For ticket information call 334-868-1140 or go to wetumpkadepot.com.
July 16
SUMMER BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host a book sale in the library basement at 205 North West Street from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, July 16. The Friends will supply plastic bags for you to fill to the brim for $5 each or buy two bags and get the third one free! Books include fiction, non-fiction, classics, art, romance, cookbooks, decorating, self-help, religion, history and politics, beautiful coffee table books, and books to read to your children this summer. We also have several boxes of books recently donated for children and young readers. All proceeds go to improve the library. Call 256-825-7820 for information. TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves School is hosting a trade day July 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
July 17
CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Hatchet Spring Baptist Church is celebrating its 109th anniversary Sunday July 17 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Fredrick Jemison of Tallasahatchie Baptist Church in Childersburg. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Great Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating its 136th Anniversary Sunday, July 17 at 2:30 p.m. The guest minister is Rev. Bernard Harris of Mt. Lovely Baptist Church. The pastor is Rev. Dr. Emerson Ware, Jr.
July 17-21
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Comer Baptist Church is hosting Submerged Vacation Bible School July 17-21 from p.m. to 8 p.m. for ages 4 through the 6th grade. For a van pick up call 256-2342236 or 256-749-1926.
July 18
INDUSTRIAL AUTHORITY MEETING: The Lake Martin Area Industrial Development Authority will have its quarterly meeting on Monday, July 18 beginning at 10 a.m. in the Betty Carol Graham Technology Center Executive Board Room on the campus of CACC.
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RETIREES MEETING: The Tallapoosa County Education Retirees Association (TCERA) meeting will be Tuesday, July 19 at the Alexander City Board of Education at 10 a.m. The program will be “Safe Driving.” Please bring school supplies.
July 22
FLAG RETIREMENT: The Clay County VFW Post 9581 is holding a
flag retirement ceremony July 22 at 4 p.m. at the Bibb Graves School.
July 22-23
RODEO: The Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area is hosting its 10th annual Lake Martin Area Rodeo July 22 and 23. Gates open at 5 p.m. with the show at 7 p.m. at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. The PCA-sanctioned rodeo is run by Brett Woody, Bar W Rodeo Company.
July 23
BINGO NIGHT: Bibb Graves School is hosting bingo night July 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. GOSPEL SINGING: The Taylor Family Gospel Singers is celebrating 23 years of gospel singing at Centerview Missionary Baptist Church in Camp Hill Saturday, July 23 at 5:30 p.m. BACK TO SCHOOL JAMBOREE: Free school supply starter packs will be given to area children July 23 at 10 a.m. at DARE Power Park. You must attend to receive your packs - Only 1 pack per child. This event is hosted by Adams Chapter OES #685 and Community Sponsors. Everyone is invited!
July 24
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Goodwater is celebrating its 127th Anniversary Sunday, July 24 at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Emerson Ware Jr. The pastor is Melvin Irvin.
July 26-28
CHURCH REVIVAL: Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Waverly is hosting revival services July 26-28 at 7 p.m. nightly. Rev. Melvin Kelley is pastor. Guest speakers ill be Rev. Jimmy thomas, Rev. Henry Cooper and Rev. Clyde Fielder.
July 27
HEALTH FAIR: Weatherman James Spann will be at the Bibb Graves School July 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a health fair.
July 29
GOLF FUNDRAISER: The BRHS Boys and Girls Golf teams are hosting a golf tournament at Lakewinds Golf Course July 29 starting at noon. It is a four person scramble, each player gets three mulligans, a throw and a power drive. It costs $400 a team
July 29 - July 31
BEREAVEMENT CAMP: Camp I Believe will be at Children’s Harbor July 29 - 31. It is a bereavement camp for children ages 7 - 14 that have lost a loved on. It is an overnight camp and is free for qualifying applicants. Contact Julia Bassett at Julia.Bassett@gentiva.com.
July 30
SUMMER READING PROGRAM FINALE: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is hosting a finale for the summer reading program July 30 at the Sportplex Gym at 10 a.m. with games and a kids lunch. NIGHT IN PEARLS: The Gloria Boleware Show is hosting An Elegant Night in Pearls at the Passion Church July 30 at 6 p.m. BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT: There will be a back to school
event Saturday, July 30 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Jeter Park in Opelika for children from Lee, Tallapoosa, Chambers counties. The kids will receive a word of encouragement for the school year and will also receive school supplies. Refreshments will be served. Children need to be accompanied by an adult or guardian. FAMILY REUNION: The Annual Mahan-Yates-Jarvis Family Reunion will be held at the Rocky Creek Fellowship Hall on July 30 at 11 a.m. Please bring your covered dishes and enjoy the fellowship with family and friends. CHURCH YARD SALE: Bethel Baptist Church on Youngs Ferry Road is hosting a yard sale July 30 from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.
August 6
BACK TO SCHOOL EXPO: GAP Fellowship Church is hosting a Back to School Expo at Betty Carol Graham Technology Center with special guest Bill Gailliard, author and motivational speaker. There will be free school supplies, free back packs, pizza and drinks. All students K-12 and teachers are invited.
August 14
CHURCH HOMECOMING: Sardis United Methodist Church in Dadeville is hosting its 179th Homecoming August 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be a lunch following.
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MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a watercolor workshop Sept. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover birch trees in a snow scene. You can register at Wine Emporium or by calling Dottie Holdren at 256-377-4918.
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MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Oct. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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CHRISTMAS CARD WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a Christmas Card Workshop October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover dogwoods, pink and white.
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MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Jan. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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to cleanup and repair the mess. Lines were also reported down along Carolyn Road and North Central in Alexander City as well. Jason Moran, director of the Tallapoosa County Emergency Management Agency, said power outages and downed power lines had been reported at several locations in the county on both Saturday and Monday. “We need the rain, but we’d rather have it without the damage,” Moran said. “Fortunately, while we’ve had some, we’ve kept it to a minimum.” Moran said the weather began Saturday with high winds associated with thunderstorms downing trees on Buttson and Goodwater Roads. Another round of weather on Monday caused downed trees and power lines in the Camp Hill area and power outages near New Site. Trees also damaged power lines in the Kellyton area on
Monday. In addition, tree limbs were reported down throughout the area. Since Saturday, Alexander City has received just less than seven-tenths of an inch of rain, according to Weather Underground. As Moran spoke on Tuesday afternoon, the thunderstorms were just approaching the area and a full report on possible damage was not available. According to the National Weather Service website, the heat index reached 106 at 2:15 p.m. on Tuesday before the clouds and spotty thunderstorms cooled things off. As of 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Weather Underground reported that the Alexander City area had received 1.89 inches of rain since midnight Saturday.
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be a hit with city employees and customers. Alexander City Finance Director Sandra Machen said after an initial training period, clerks are finding the new equipment faster than what was used previously. “With anything new there is period of adjustment, but as they are becoming familiar with it, the clerks seem to love them,” Machen said. “They say they process in a fraction of the time that the old system did. “The customers have had very few issues. I think that’s because the machines are so simple and are easy to use.” Machen said when the check readers are installed and fully operational they will eliminate delays in processing checks written by customers. Check readers use scanners to import an image of the check into normal accounting software. The check is then processed electronically and, depending on the financial institution, funds may even be deposited to the merchants account immediately or at least by the next day. The biggest advantage in using the machines is that the transaction is processed immediately and money is transferred to the receiver quickly.
“It is proven to be more efficient and the issues that we had with the checks from the golf course will not be possible,” Machen said. “They will be processed at the time they are presented at each location.” Customers will no longer see delays and have to wait for checks to clear. Some have complained that the long delay gave customers an inaccurate balance if checked electronically while the paper check worked its way through what was a manual system. The new process will mean the quick transfer of funds and “floating a check,” counting on a few days for the funds to be available, will no longer be possible. Funds will be verified at the time the payment is made. “The biggest thing is that issues with missing checks that were reported from the golf course can no longer happen,” said Machen. “They are processed immediately. At Lakewinds Golf Course a new card reader is being used along with a camera feature where checks are scanned through a camera on the machine. Machen said the machine is in use and the checks that have been taken are showing up as processed on reports.
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to the rain. “Think about what is happening in the world. We need the Lord to show us the way so that we can be an example for the rest of the state and our country.” In addition to prayer, the service featured the reading of scripture, with Bishop W.T. Traylor setting the tone as he read from 2 Chronicles 7:14. “If my people who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face from their wicked ways, then will I head from heaven and forgive their sin and will heal their land.” Rev. Donald Delee of West End Baptist Church prayed for intervention. “Lord we thank you for your blessings and even though we don’t understand, we know that you do Lord,” Delee said. “We pray that you will intervene in our nation Lord because we need your intervention to help lead us through this troubled time.” Much of the tension facing the nation has come from strife over incidents involving law enforcement, so Rev. Michael Waldrop said a prayer for the first responders and said that God can understand what these brave men and women go through each day. “The greatest first responder ever was you oh
Lord,” Waldrop said. So we pray to you for our first-responders as they go into harm’s way. We are asking for your divine protection and ask that you would dispatch angels to watch over them Lord.” Dr. Eddie Hunter of Miracle Baptist Church talked about the need for all of those gathered to do their part to promote kindness and unity. “In spite of all that goes on you still love us and still care for us and for that we ask for your help,” Hunter prayed. “Even though we have not been all that you have asked us to be know that where there is unity there is strength. Lord if you would grant unity to our families as only you can, and grant that we would be one as you the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit are one. …Lord, unite your people through these national tragedies so that the people can find help, they can find hope and they can find healing. In this time of violence and vengeance please unite us right now and heal us as only you can.” Rev. David Russell of the Early Rose District Association prayed for the churches and said its not about the walls or the building, churches are the people. That’s why the people need to “turn to God to help solve the problems
that each and every one in our country faces,” Russell said. “We are all children of almighty God,” Russell said. “So we are all connected to each other whether you like it or not. No matter the differences, we are all the same in so many ways and we all need the same things. We all need air to breath. And we all need love and will respond to kindness every time. So we should start there. “We have problems in our country, but one thing that I know is that if you know God, we can solve these problems.” Cowhick then called Hunter back to the microphone to lead the group in singing “Amazing Grace.” “I am reminded a song that is often sung by our children,” Hunter said. “Red, yellow black and white, they are precious in his sight. That’s so true. Now let’s sing ‘Amazing Grace.’ This isn’t a solo, but let’s become one big choir.” The crowd joined in the hymn with hands raised to the sky and all the voices blending as one. Dr. Steve King of First Baptist Church of Alexander City closed the service with the crowd kneeling to ask God for help. “Lord we are so thankful that we can come before
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aim has always been to provide a safe place for children to learn and grow by providing mentorship and educational opportunities. The proceeds from the rodeo will go to the Lake Martin Area Boys & Girls Club to fund scholarship opportunities, including a teen program scholarship, which will help a deserving local high school graduate go to college. “The club is a wonderful organization that helps boys and girls get the support they need. It helps parents, too,” said Reynolds. “We hope everyone will come out and support the Boys & Girls Club” The rodeo may also help local teens in another way. The event is in need of volunteers, and helping out would fulfill the community service hours required by several local high schools. To get more information about the rodeo or to volunteer, contact the Lake Martin Area Boys & Girls Club at 256-2344757.
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s if we have not been inundated enough with politics this year, hold on to your seats. Over the next few weeks that is all you will hear, read or see. The Republican Convention is set for July 18-22 in Cleveland and the Democratic Convention will begin on July 25 in Philadelphia. After a full year of primaries, caucuses and delegate collecting, the field is finally set for the fall campaign for president. After the July conventions are over, the race is on between Democrat Hillary Clinton and the Republican standardbearer Donald Trump. Trump has been the story of the year. He vanquished a field of stellar and sterling Republicans. It was quite a quest. He locked up the GOP nomination in May. It took Hillary a little longer to put away socialist Bernie Sanders. In fact, Sanders won more primaries than Clinton and got almost as many votes. The results of the primaries throughout the country reveal that there are two extreme political parties in America. The Democratic Party of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton is extremely liberal and the Republican Party of Donald Trump and Jeff Sessions is extremely conservative. George Wallace would be hard pressed to run around the country today running for president as a third party candidate spouting his famous line, “There
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ain’t a dimes worth of difference in the national Republican and Democratic parties,” because there is a vast difference. In fact, they ought to simply change the names of the Republican Party to the Conservative Party and the Democratic Party to the Liberal Party. There is a good reason we are a reliably red Republican state. We are indeed one of the most conservative states in America. Donald Trump will carry Alabama overwhelmingly in November and we will proudly cast our nine electoral votes for the GOP nominee for the tenth straight presidential election. We have voted for the Republican nominee in every election since 1980. A Democrat has not carried Alabama since Georgian Jimmy Carter in 1976. The race for the White House will be fun to watch. You have a matchup of two brash, blustery New Yorkers. Hillary Clinton, the former First Lady, U.S. Senator from New York and Secretary of State is making history as the first woman to be the nominee of one of the two major political parties. She will also enter the fray as the favorite. The demographic changes in America and the slant of the Electoral College system favors
a Democrat in the presidential selection process. However, I contend that Donald Trump, the flamboyant New York billionaire is the best candidate the Republicans could have fielded. His contentious, bold, provocative and uninhibited statements and behavior appeal to nonpartisan independents and blue collar men in the pivotal Rust Belt states of Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. One thing is for certain, Clinton and Trump have the highest negative ratings of any presidential nominees in polling history. For years political experts have professed that a candidate cannot win an election with a negative approval rating of over 25%. Unbelievably, the polls show that Trump has a negative rating of 60% and Clinton has an unfavorable rating of 54%. That is amazing, yet one of them will be elected President of the United States. Experts say that Trump has to tone down his rhetoric. He must build a campaign infrastructure and he must be more specific with his campaign promises and not just use slogans and code words. Hillary, first of all, needs to warm up some, if possible. She comes across as remote and distant. She must woo and attract young voters. Millennials do not trust her. She also has to fight back when Trump blasts her because, believe me, he will. We are probably in for the most negative presidential campaign
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Translating Gus Malzahan at SEC Media Days
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edia members from far and wide have descended upon Hoover, Alabama this week for another rousing rendition of SEC Media Days. It’s the unofficial beginning of the football season even though it’s only the middle of July. That might seem early, but teams will begin practicing in a mere three weeks and the season will be in full swing before we even turn around. Media Days are always good for a quotable quote or two, but there’s also a gargantuan supply of coach-speak as well. For the second year in a row, Auburn’s Gus Malzahn was the first head coach on the podium. While everyone does it, Malzahn has come to be known as one of the best purveyors of coach-speak in the business. Luckily, I happen to be a certified coach-speak translator. I knew this skill would come in handy sooner or later. Here are some quotes from Gus Malzahn on Monday and their deciphered translation. Quote 1: Our theme this year is “earn it.” Our players came up with that. Earn your teammates’ respect, your coaches’ respect. Earn it every day on and off the field and our guys have done that in the offseason. Translation 1: We were picked to win the SEC last year by the media and we slopped around to a lousy record of 7-6. The QB play was awful after we bragged about how good it was going to be and the play calling/coaching was even worse. We fell flat on our faces beneath the weight of expectations. This year we completely understand why no one believes in us, but we’re going to try to prove you wrong. Quote 2: Real excited about our players. They’ve had a very good offseason, very good spring. Our team unity is very strong, and our leadership is very strong. They are really stepping up and being accountable to each other and not just the coaches. That’s very critical with teams. Translation 2: All of our players have really hit the weight room hard this off-season and are in the best shape of their lives. None of our players have assaulted any other members of society that we know of and none are currently in prison. We consider possession of marijuana no big deal and believe it has no effect on one’s leadership ability. Quote 3: Offensively, one thing we have focused on in the spring and will in fall camp, getting back to playing with pace. That’s the edge of ours in the past, and that’s got to be the same this coming year. Also executing at a high level. We always pride ourselves in executing at a high level. Last year we didn’t get that done. Translation 3: I’m coaching for my job, so I’m going to go with what got me here and that’s playing fast. We absolutely stunk last year offensively and I’m personally embarrassed by it. I wasn’t as involved in the offense as I should have been, but I won’t make that same mistake this year. We will be better. Count on it. Quote 4: And, thirdly, we got to find our starting quarterback. The positive is we have three guys that we feel like can execute our offense. The challenge we have is defining and figuring out who that guy is that gives us the best chance to win games. Translation 4: Jeremy Johnson has great character and knows the playbook real well. We think Sean White throws the ball well, but can’t survive running it. John Franklin is really fast and athletic. We’re praying his passing skills improve quickly. Andy Graham writes a regular sports column for Tallapoosa Publishers.
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Alex City Baseball / Softball Advisory Board officer Tracie Skinner speaks to the 10U baseball team Monday.
Alex City 10U raises enough to fund trip to regional tourney from the community. Team members collected donations from shoppers as they entered and left Walmart. Plus, The Alexander City 10U baseball team restaurants, such as J.R.’s Sportsbar and is now on the road to Pampa, Texas to Grill, dedicated portions of a day’s food compete in the 10-Year-Old Cal Ripken purchases to the cause. Southwest Regional Tournament. In addition, Russell Medical Center The team earned the right to compete donated funds, as did individuals at regionals after winning the state throughout the community. Some $1,340 championship in Florence at the end of of contributions was collected on the June. But this meant the team had less team’s Go Fund Me web page. than two weeks to raise $20,000 to fund During Monday’s practice at the the 978-mile trip. Central Alabama Community College Monday morning Alex City head coach softball field, the Alex City Baseball / David Macoy said that goal was within Softball Advisory Board presented the reach. team with a $5,000 check. “We’ve raised around $17,000,” he Advisory Board officer Tracie Skinner said. also gave the young athletes some words That was accomplished with support of wisdom and encouragement. By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor
“I told them to have a safe trip and to have fun,” she said. Harold Cummings of Rocky Creek Baptist Church also spoke to the team Monday, thanking them for what they are doing for the community. He also prayed a blessing for their trip. In addition, the Lake Martin Young Professionals presented the Alex City 10U team with a $250 check Monday evening. The 10U team will report to the tournament Thursday and attend a banquet that night. The tourney’s play begins Friday. However, Alex City’s first game is set for 11 a.m. Saturday. At press time, their opponent has not been announced.
Kovash retiring as CACC baseball coach STAFF REPORTS TPI Staff
After just a year at the helm of the Central Alabama Community College baseball team, head coach Doug Kovash has announced his intent to retire next month. In a news release from CACC, Kovash explained that he plans to return to Birmingham where he will once again work in ministry at The Firehouse Shelter, Alabama’s largest men’s homeless shelter. Before coming to CACC last August, the coach served as the shelter’s housing coordinator and development director. “We appreciate Coach Kovash’s leadership this past year and wish him the best in his position at the Firehouse Shelter,” said CACC Interim Athletic Director Kathleen Thompson. “We continue to be committed to CACC baseball and look forward to finding an outstanding coach who will once again lead our baseball program to national prominence.” According to information provided by The Firehouse Shelter’s website, the faithbased organization strives to address a chronic issue
building, parked car, an alley way, etc),” the site states. “It is documented that 30 percent of these men have a diagnosed severe mental illness.” Kovash will once again be part of a solution that helps address these issues and reintroduce these men back into society. The coach’s time at CACC is part of a 19-year history as a collegiate head baseball coach. It also includes seven years as assistant coach in three Division I programs and three years scouting for the San Diego Padres. During his career, Kovash has seen more than 25 players make professional teams and more than 100 players make all-conference, all-region and All-American teams. In his year at CACC, Kovash had 12 players earn NJCAA All-Academic Awards, compiling individual GPAs of 3.6 or higher. The team earned a combined GPA of 3.24, the third highest in the File / The Outlook Alabama Community College Conference and 23rd in the CACC head baseball coach advises players during practice last fall. NJCAA. means that they have been throughout a seven-county With Kovash’s homeless at least four times area. announcement, Central or have spent at least one “Nearly 67 percent of the Alabama Community College year straight living on the men who enter our doors are is beginning its search for his streets (park bench, abandoned replacement. chronically homeless, which
CACC athletes receive academic honors STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
Some 20 student-athletes at Central Alabama Community College have been recognized for academic achievement. The Alabama Community College System has announced that several of the school’s athletes are among a record number of 190 from throughout the state to receive honors from the National Junior College Athletic Association. Those honors include the Pinnacle Award for Academic Excellence for maintaining a 4.00 GPA; Superior Academic
Destiny Perry, softball, Superior; Achievement Award for a 3.80-3.99 GPA; Gabriel Wurtz , baseball, Pinnacle; and Exemplary Academic Achievement Gregory Stephens, baseball, Pinnacle; Award for earning a 3.60-3.79 GPA. Jacob Morgan, golf, Exemplary; The following CACC athletes were Kallie Beall, tennis, Pinnacle; honored: Kathryn Howard, tennis, Exemplary; Anthony Langley, baseball, Exemplary; Lindsey Donaldson, s o f t b a l l , Audrey Baird, tennis, Pinnacle; Superior; Braden Olive, baseball, Exemplary; Michael Walls , baseball, Exemplary; Britney Rice, softball, Pinnacle; Parker Moman, baseball, Superior; Cameron Bloebaum, b a s e b a l l , Steven Wysocki, golf, Exemplary; Exemplary; Timothy Wilson, baseball, Exemplary; Chelsea Mowery, softball, Exemplary; Trevor Bastien, baseball, Superior; Christopher Cusimano, baseball, Zachary Melton, baseball, Superior. Superior; Corbin Horst, baseball, Exemplary;
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ickey and Shannon Milner have returned home after an awesome cruise to Alaska. What a beautiful sight, I was told. This couple is a deserving couple to know and have as friends. Welcome back home, Mickey and Shannon Milner! Next week, I’ll spotlight a young lady who’ll be a Horseshoe Bend School senior this fall. She is a deserving young lady whom everyone loves. My dear friend Nina Barron of Clanton is in Baptist South hospital in Montgomery. Keep this precious lady in your prayers. We love you, Nina Barron.
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My sister Collen Davis of Jacksons Gap is not feeling well theses days. She is a dear sister to me. Please continue to pray for our country. Also, for other countries who are in need of support. May God bless everyone in His way. Picking and Grinning is still functioning in New Site on the first and third Saturday nights
each month. Leon McCain and his Kountry Kritters Band need your support. Let’s go and enjoy these good musicians who perform well. See you there. Did you know our own Phil Blasingame is running for New Site mayor? Curtis Mims is running for reelection. Vote your own conviction! Good luck to both good men running. Yates is a community columnist for The Outlook. She is a resident of New Site and writes about the events and people of the New Site area.
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f there is one thing that we love during summer it’s peaches from Clanton. The Alexander City Parks and Recreation Seniors took a minivan ride last week to purchase some of the finest peaches around in Clanton. Boy, were those peaches sweet, juicy and just right. The Sit and Fit class has been going very well. Lillian Howard is leading the class while Corley is away teaching at the pool. Class participants are using muscles that they haven’t used in awhile and are seeing mobility increase. If you don’t use it, you lose it. Join the group on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Our garden at the center has produced lots of tomatoes, peppers and squash. Plus, the planted flowers
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have been blooming all summer, especially the yellow dahlia. We want to thank Derril and Larry for all their hard work and dedication to the garden project. We have received many compliments on how wonderful the garden looks this year. Thank you also to Sam Bradshaw for adding in lovely flower plants and to Roger and Sherry Smith for helping water all plants. The importance of having a senior
activity center, tip #2: People have the same basic needs as at any age — the need to laugh and have fun, to explore and learn, to live life to its fullest. That’s why the importance of activities and special events at senior centers cannot be exaggerated. The ACPR 50+ program will be traveling to Pigeon Forge in November. For more details stop by the center and get a trip information flyer. Deadline for full payment will be Aug. 31. 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+ club.
Injury did not hamper holiday fun
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appily, many families got together for a fabulous Independence Day celebration, whether at home, in the country or on beautiful Lake Martin. The Mac Moseleys had family, The Johnny Moseses had family, Bong Koczur had her family and the Stephens Clan all got together from assorted places at Phil Stephens Lake home. Brother Lloyd Stephens joined the group from up in Talladega County, Elmore County brother Wayne, Neta and daughter Tracy, Philip’s son James, wife Diane and granddaughter Morgan from Florida, Phil’s son Derek, wife Pamela and two children from Georgia. Sister Pat Stephens Garnett and Primo from Nixburg with their holiday houseguests, granddaughter Michelle with Sharp Sablon and his parents, Raymond and Karen Sablon
ROSIE MORGAN Nixburg/ Equality
from Georgia. This family loves to get together for the holidays, especially the summer ones. Unfortunately, on the first boat ride July 2, Ms. Karen cut open her lower leg on a nail getting out of the boat. Luckily, Pamela is a nurse and wrapped it, then off to the hospital where they said the great wrapping job really helped towards the stitches and later healing. That didn’t stop this funloving group, they were out again on the following days enjoying each other and seeing
the famous Lake Martin Boat Parade as it passed. Today marks the third wedding anniversary for Cody and Kate Ott, now in Colorado and expecting their first baby in October. Luis Sanchez turns 37 on July 16 and Debbie Powell’s birthday is July 21. Both are from Eclectic. Last Wednesday evening, strong straight-line winds took down a large pine tree and our power and phone lines with it. The electric co-op was prompt with its repair. Phone is still out. 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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