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DID YOU KNOW The Alexander City area saw nearly 4 inches of rainfall in a 24-hour period from 10 a.m. Thursday to 10 a.m. Friday. Officials reported 3.98 inches during that period, which brings the total for the last week to 10.14 inches.
WEATHER According to James Spann, our area should see pretty standard summer weather is the story tomorrow through Tuesday — mixed sun and clouds each day, with scattered, mostly afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms. Most of the showers and storms will come between 2 and 9 p.m., and they will be rather random, meaning there’s no way of knowing exactly when and where they pop up in advance. Highs will be in the 86- to 90-degree range through Independence Day. And the weather won’t change much through the end of next week.
Let the fireworks and fun begin Special events around the area highlight Independence Day weekend
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The Lake Martin community will be hopping all weekend long with celebrations, events and fireworks. The fun begins today. Check out this lineup: TODAY • CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT: The 2nd Annual Lake Martin Championship Cornhole Tournament will be today, July 1 at The Rodeo Club. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and includes a T-shirt while
supplies last. Bags fly at noon. The first tournament is a blind draw for $25 a person and the second tournament is bring your own partner at $20 a team. There is a guaranteed $1,000 in prize money. For more information, contact the Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce or The Rodeo Club. • FIREWORKS: If you’ve never been to Hackneyville for the Hackneyville Volunteer Fire Department Fireworks Bash you are missing a treat. This year, the event will be headlined by The Sweet Mitch Sneed / The Outlook See EVENTS • Page 3 Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. in Hackneyville tonight.
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HOLIDAY CLOSURES Due to the Independence Day Holiday on July 4, many area governmental offices and business will have special hours. Here is a list of all the closures and hour adjustments that were reported to the Outlook: • All offices in the city of Alexander City will be closed through Wednesday. The city council recently passed a resolution awarding city workers a day off. The city offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 5. • All offices in the city of Dadeville will be closed through Wednesday. The city council recently passed a resolution awarding city workers a day off. The city offices will reopen at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 5. • The Tallapoosa County Courthouse, with the exception of the Probate Court offices, in Dadeville will be open Monday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but will be closed all day Tuesday, July 4. The building will reopen Wednesday July 5 at 8 a.m. • The Probate Office in Alexander City, Dadeville and Tallassee will be closed Monday and Tuesday for the holiday. The offices will reopen Wednesday morning, July 5 at 8 a.m. Gov. Kay Ivey has declared Monday a holiday as well because much of the probate office business is linked to state databases. The local offices followed suit. • Most area banks reported that they will have regular hours on Monday, but will be closed to observe Independence Day on Tuesday July 4, and reopen at regular time on Wednesday, July 5. • The Outlook will be open Monday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but will be closed Tuesday. Your Tuesday paper will arrive at your home on Monday with the regular mail delivery.
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The Independence Day weekend is traditionally a time when people travel to gather with friends and celebrate America’s freedom. Local, county and state officials say that as residents prepare to begin the celebration, they need to remember a few simple things to make sure that the weekend is memorable for the right reasons rather than tragedy. “This is a festive time and we want everyone to enjoy themselves this holiday See SAFETY • Page 3
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Mayor Jim Nabors and Dr. Mary Emily Sheffield unveiled the refurbished eagle in the courtyard at Russell Medical Friday.
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Restored Russell eagle placed at new home Crimes: a string of robberies, By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
The nearly 600 pound eagle fountain that once graced the front of the old Russell executive office building has finally arrived at its new home. Now restored and looking brand-new again, the cast iron fountain was installed in the courtyard between the Hospital and Professional Buildings at Russell Medical Center Friday morning. “We’re honored to be the new custodians for this iconic piece,” Russell Medical President and CEO Jim Peace said. “It’s just a great honor to be its new home.” A crowd consisting of Russell Medical staff and administration, Alexander City Mayor Jim Nabors, former Russell Corp. President and CEO Dwight Carlisle and a host of other
guests were on hand to witness the unveiling. Spirit, Auburn University’s bald eagle also made a special appearance, celebrating the return of such an iconic “relative.” Nabors said that the eagle, long an important part of the Russell Corp., has stood through the good times and the bad of both the company and the city. He also said that, in its new location, generations to come can see the eagle and view it as a symbol of hope. “Personally, it’s a very emotional moment,” Nabors said after the unveiling. “It’s so important for the community, having it restored.” After the remarks from Nabors and several other distinguished guests, the mayor and President of the Medical Staff at Russell See EAGLE • Page 7
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A federal jury found Tariq Khalil Jones, 35, of Tuskegee guilty Thursday of 23 separate charges Jones stemming from numerous armed robberies in 2016 in Alabama and Georgia while brandishing and discharging a firearm, and an attempted carjacking. Two of those robberies were See JONES • Page 3
Russell Crossroads ready for Arti Gras weekend festival By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
Russell Crossroads will play host to the sixth annual Arti Gras art show and festival. With artists showcasing their wares of all kinds, the event should be just as exciting as it has been in previous years. “We have almost 50 vendors setting up for the weekend,” said Tyler Mitchell, who has been overseeing the event.
With so many artists and vendors on hand over the weekend, there will be plenty for customers to browse through and purchase. In addition to paintings, photographs and pottery, Mitchell said there would also be people with woodcrafts, soaps, candles and many other things. Many of the items available are related to the lake, and everything had been checked to make sure it was handcrafted. A good crowd turned out for last year’s
Arti Gras, despite the heat, and Mitchell said that he was hoping around the same number would attend the 2017 festival. “A number of the vendors say this is one of their favorite events to attend,” he said. “Last year, we talked to a few in the crowd, and they said they liked having it outdoors around the lake. In fact, the only thing anyone complained about last year was the heat.” See FESTIVAL • Page 7
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DEAR ABBY: I have recently started disclosing to close friends and family that I am asexual (someone who experiences no sexual attraction to any person). For the most part they have been supportive, but my mother and one of my friends are having trouble accepting it. I have told them I do not want children and that I am repulsed by the thought of sexual intercourse, but my mother acts like if I don’t have children, I won’t be as welcome. She even suggested that I could marry a gay man, so sex wouldn’t be an issue. And my friend continues to pressure me into dating, saying I “just haven’t met the right one yet.” Abby, I have no clue how to maintain contact with them, as they seem unwilling to let my sexual identity be my business. -- AN ACE IN A HOLE DEAR ACE: Your sexual identity became their business the minute you told them you were asexual. The problem is that your friend and your mother
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do not understand what asexuality is -- and many people don’t. Please tell your mother for me that marrying a gay man is not the answer because HE may want a sex life, something to which he is entitled, by the way. As to your friend, she’s well-meaning I’m sure, but misguided. You are who you are. You’re not going to change, and you should not be punished for it. Please try not to be defensive because this is your chance to educate. Answer their questions with patience and kindness and do not let yourself be bullied or emotionally blackmailed into doing anything you are not comfortable with. DEAR ABBY: After my
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He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Virginia Jordan of New Site; sons, David Jordan (Sara) and Donnie Jordan (Tabatha) all of New Site; grandchildren, Kasey Woodruff (Brandon), Kortney Jordan, and Kerri Jordan (Kayla); great-grandchildren, Braydon Jordan and Kirby Woodruff; special girls, Addie Colley and Aubie Colley; and brothers, Edward Jordan (Brenda) of Killen and John Truman Jordan (Joan) of Moody. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Andy Jordan; and niece, Kathy Payton. The family will accept flowers or donations may be made to the Rocky Creek Baptist Church Building Fund, 9777 Sanford Road, Alexander City, AL 35010. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com.
on Friday, June 30, 2017 at his residence. He was born on November 24, 1947 in Montgomery, Alabama to Vernon Richard Harrison and Margaret McLain Harrison. He grew up in Greenville and graduated from Greenville High School. Mr. Harrison received his undergraduate degree at Auburn University and his Juris Doctorate degree at Samford University. He served as a State Senator from 1976 to 1982, for Montgomery, Elmore, and Crenshaw counties. At that time, he was the youngest state senator. Mr. Harrison was a huge fan and supporter of Dadeville Athletics and Pike Road Athletics. He had a giving heart, and loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Mr. Harrison loved the Lord and taught His Word as a Bible study teacher. He attended New Covenant Church, First Baptist Church Dadeville, and East Lake Community Fellowship. He was a member of East Lake Community Church in Montgomery currently. He is survived by his wife, Christy Harrison of Dadeville; sons, Chad Harrison (Kathleen) of Montgomery, Brett Harrison (Lisa) of Pike Road, Matt Harrison (Dianne) of Mendon, MA; daughter, Geni Abernathy (Jason) of Dadeville; grandchildren, Katelyn Harrison Wright (Cody), Ashley Harrison, Ab Abernathy, Rebekah Harrison, Jackson Harrison, Nevie Abernathy, Emma Harrison, Chloe Harrison, Gabe Abernathy, Cate Harrison, and Rod Crayton; sister, Cynthia Smith (Larry) of Pelham; and aunts, Ruth Lockett of Dadeville and Joyce Till of Greenville. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. langleyfuneralhome.com.
DEAR ABBY: I have an interesting question for you. Is it sexual harassment if a female supervisor at work calls a male employee “Honey”? -- PETER IN SOUTH CAROLINA DEAR PETER: If that’s all there is to it, I doubt it would be considered sexual harassment. However, if you are the employee being called “Honey,” because it bothers you, tell your employer privately that it makes you uncomfortable and you prefer being addressed by your given name. 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 Beverly Merrell German Beverly Merrell German, 50, of Champaign, IL, passed away on June 27, 2017 at home with her husband, Fred, and their daughter, Jane, after a long fight with adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC), a rare and relentless cancer. Beverly was born on May 17, 1967, in Sylacauga, AL, the beloved daughter of June Roberts and Charles Merrell, and the stepdaughter of both Joe Roberts and Carolyn Merrell. Beverly spent most of her youth in Alexander City, AL, and was a graduate of Benjamin Russell High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Jacksonville State University and then her master’s degree at Auburn University. She met her husband of nearly 25 years while at Auburn, even more reason she loved Auburn so much. After they married, Fred and Beverly lived in Texas, Champaign, IL, and in Vista, CA, where they lived when they added their greatest blessing, Jane, to their family. They moved back to Champaign in 2008, where they have lived since, surrounded by many wonderful friends. Beverly was predeceased by her stepfather, Joe Roberts, of Alexander City; her father-in-law, Fred German III, of Woodville; and both her maternal and paternal grandparents. She is survived by her husband, Fred, and daughter, Jane, of Champaign, IL; her mother, June Roberts of Newnan, GA; father, Charles Merrell, of Sylacauga, AL, brother, Rob Merrell of Acworth, GA; her motherin-law, Charlotte Werhle German of Woodville, AL; sister-in-law, Charlotte Ann German of Woodville, AL; aunts, uncles, cousins, fellow ACC cancer fighters, and hosts of friends, who all loved her dearly. To have known Beverly, or even just to have ever met
her, was to love her. She was authentic, loving, kind, full of joy, selfless, giving, generous, feisty, funny, and could charm anyone with her Southern spirit. She was a lover of animals, conscientious of the environment, an avid recycler, thoughtful letter writer, volunteer, baker, crafter, wife, and her favorite role was as a loving mother to Jane. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 29, at St. James Episcopal Church, 347 S. Central Ave., Alex City, with a reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please make donations in her memory to the Attack ACC Foundation online at www.attackacc.org or by mail to 229 Chasse Circle, St. Charles, IL 60174. Condolences may be made at www.morganmemorialhome.com.
Mr. Charles Daniel Jordan 1941 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mr. Charles Daniel Jordan, 75, of New Site, Alabama, will be Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Harold Cummings and Randy Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in the Rocky Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 1, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mr. Jordan passed away on Friday, June 30, 2017 at his residence. He was born on July 14, 1941 in Alexander City, Alabama to Melvin Andrew Jordan, Sr. and Vera Elene Solley Jordan. He was an active member of Rocky Creek Baptist Church and was the chief cook for the brotherhood for many years. He made awesome biscuits. He enjoyed gospel music. He was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed being a help to others.
Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Gloria J. Russell Ms. Gloria J. Russell, 79 of Jacksons Gap, Alabama passed away Wednesday, June 28 at Russell Medical and funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, July 3 at Shady Grove Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. Professional Service provided by Wright’s Funeral Home.
Mr. Donald R. Harrison 1947 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mr. Donald R. Harrison, 69, of Dadeville, Alabama, will be Monday, July 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church Dadeville. Chad Harrison will officiate. Burial will follow in the Red Ridge Methodist Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 2, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Langley Funeral Home. Mr. Harrison passed away
Langley Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Public Meetings 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 meet-
ings 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. All meetings are open to the public. 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.
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daughter Jenna’s father tried to strangle me in a drunken rage one night, I took her and left. Years later, we are on good terms. I have legal custody. He sends financial support and visits about once a month. My finances, however, are not great. Because we are not in touch with his extended family, I was surprised when he told me his sister wants Jenna to be a flower girl in her destination wedding. I’m not comfortable sending her alone with her father because of his history of alcohol abuse (which his sister is unaware of). I am not financially able to take her myself. Is there a solution I’m overlooking? Am I callous for thinking she just wants a cute child as an accessory to her wedding party? -- MOTHER OF THE FLOWER GIRL DEAR MOTHER: Without knowing your former partner’s sister, it would be unfair of me to guess her reason for wanting your daughter in her wedding.
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. Jackson’s Gap Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6:30 p.m., all Jackson’s Gap citizens are encouraged to attend. Kellyton Town Council meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the community center in Kellyton. New Site City Council meets the first and third Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in the Conference Room in the Town Hall.
Ray Water Authority meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Ray Water Authority Office. All customers are invited to attend. Rockford Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 7 p.m. Tallapoosa County Board of Education meets on the second Monday of each month. Meetings are held in the new central office at 679 East Columbus Street, Dadeville, AL 36853. Tallapoosa County Commission meets the second Monday of the month at 9 a.m. in the courthouse in Dadeville, with a pre-meeting also open to the public 30 minutes before each regular session. Tallapoosa County 911 Board will meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. in the 911 Administrative office at 240 West Columbus Street, Dadeville. Call 825-8490 for more information. Walnut Hill Water Authority meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited. Call 8259841 to inquire about the agenda.
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Young Uns and Kowaliga winner Adam Sparks will be the opening act. There will be vendors, all sorts of food, games for the kids and of course fireworks. The fireworks are set to begin at 9 p.m. Gates open at 4 p.m. and admission is $10 per person with children under the age of 5 admitted free. July 3 FIREWORKS: The Alexander City
Celebrate Freedom will be Monday, July 3 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Benjamin Russell High School. The event is sponsored by the City of Alexander City and the Marshall Street Church of God. The musical entertainment will feature local Christian group Raised in Glory, followed by 7eveth Time Down and fireworks just after 9 p.m. “We have really been blessed over the years,” said Marshall Street Pastor
Rick Levell. “Our Sunday night service will be just a time of prayer for this event. Then Monday we will be setting up early and the fun starts at 6 p.m.” Levell said the event will go on rain or shine. The event draws thousands each year and the fireworks will be handled by Pyroshows of Alabama. July 4 BOAT PARADE: The Russell Marine Annual Boat Parade is Tuesday,
July 4 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The parade will start at Kowaliga Marina and go to Children’s Harbor. To register call the Kowaliga Marina at 334-8572111. FIREWORKS: The annual Russell Land 4th of July Fireworks on Lake Martin will start Tuesday with a concert at The AMP with the Bank Walkers and the Sweet Tea Trio starting at 6 p.m. and fireworks set to start around 9 p.m. Cost of the concert is $10.
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weekend,” Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said. “At the same time we remind people to be safe and attentive as they travel and that driving under the influence will not be tolerated in Tallapoosa County. “If you plan to indulge, think ahead and designate a driver. Alcohol on the roads or on the water can be a deadly combination.” He said that planning can help keep people safe. He reminded folks to let someone know when they are
traveling. Make sure that someone knows where you are going and when you should arrive. If plans change, let someone know. Abbett said that distracted driving is an issue that they are encountering more and more these days. “I know we now have all sorts of apps and electronic gadgets that are designed to make our lives easier,” Abbett said. “But using those things while trying to drive is very dangerous. We are seeing distracted
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in Tallapoosa County at the Family Dollar in Dadeville and the Dollar General in Camp Hill which also involved an attempted carjacking. Evidence presented at trial showed that Jones used a firearm during each of these crimes and pointed it at the victims. However, during two of the robberies, he went even further. After the robbery in Prattville, he shot at a vehicle with a father and his 3-year old daughter inside because he thought it was following him. Then, while fleeing the May 2016 robbery of the Dollar General in Camp Hill, he attempted to carjack a Volkswagen Beetle from a woman in the parking lot. Jones robbed various convenience stores and other cash-heavy businesses during his crime spree, including: ͌Dollar General on Notasulga Road in Tallassee Jan. 16, 2016. ͌Tiger Spirits on Webster Road in Auburn Jan. 16. 2016.
͌Chevron Store 10 on West Longleaf Drive in Auburn Jan. 16, 2016. ͌QuikTrip convenience store on East Highway 34 in Newnan, Georgia Jan. 17, 2016. ͌Marathon Service Station on Lafayette Parkway in LaGrange, Georgia Jan. 17, 2016. ͌Wing N’ Burger Factory on Hogansville Road in LaGrange, Georgia Jan. 19, 2016. ͌Papa John’s restaurant on South Memorial Drive in Prattville Feb. 6, 2016. ͌Family Dollar on 2nd Avenue in Opelika April 14, 2016. ͌Family Dollar on Broadnax Street in Dadeville April 28, 2016. ͌Dollar General on County Road 89 in Camp Hill May 4, 2016. Jones faces mandatory life sentences for the robberies and attempted carjacking, plus 282 years for multiple counts of brandishing and discharging a
firearm during these crimes. The life sentences for Jones were triggered due to his four previous robbery convictions in state court. Federal law imposes a mandatory life sentence if the defendant is convicted in federal court of a serious violent felony and has two or more previous convictions for serious violent felonies. There is no parole in the federal system. “The U.S. Attorney’s Office is committed to taking trigger pullers and violent criminals off the streets,” stated Acting U.S. Attorney Morris. “Each one of the crimes that Tariq Jones committed placed the lives of innocent people in jeopardy, including a 3-year old girl. I commend each law enforcement agency that worked together to bring him to justice and make our communities safer.” “This case is a perfect example of cooperative effort in law enforcement with over ten federal, state,
and local agencies coming together when the stakes are extremely high,” stated FBI Special Agent in Charge Robert Lasky. “The jury’s decision today says they approve of law enforcements efforts to stop dangerous individuals like Tariq Khalil Jones from continuing his extremely hazardous multi-state crime spree.” This case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Auburn Police Division, the Camp Hill Police Department, the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office (Newnan, GA), the Dadeville Police Department, the LaGrange, Georgia Police Department, the Opelika Police Department, the Prattville Police Department, and the Tallassee Police Department. Assistant United States Attorneys John Geer and Brandon Bates prosecuted the case.
and to be attentive and don’t text and drive. “And whatever you do, don’t drink and drive. Plan ahead. It’s just not worth risking your life or the life of another by getting being the wheel if you are impaired.” The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency also announced this week that it will be out on force over what will be an extended holiday travel period due to July 4 falling on Tuesday.
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e know it’s hot. We know that we’ve had our share of rainy days. At the same time, we know that the number of visitors to our fair city is about to increase. Lake Martin is a magnet that draws people to our area from across the state and the entire country. There is no time when that is more evident than on long holiday weekends like the Independence Day holiday period which is upon us. With folks coming to visit, we should take pride in our city, spruce up a bit and look our Sunday best – every day. Unfortunately, there are those of us who don’t. In the summer of 2014, Alexander City revised its weed ordinance to make it easier for the city to force property owners to cut high grass or make them pay for the city to deal with the issue. The revision turned the process from one that took 90 days to one that took only 30. The city recently put about 15 property owners on notice and we are already seeing action in getting some of them back in shape. Having an ordinance that helps and the city citing the people who don’t cut their grass or keep their property in order is a good thing, but there’s a much easier solution. It’s simple, really. If you own property in Alexander City, cut your grass. If you don’t have the time or aren’t able, there are lawn services in town who will be more than glad to help you. If you see trash, pick it up. It only takes a second ,really. There are folks here in Alexander City who are working hard to bring visitors and businesses to our downtown area. They are doing all they can do, from holding such events as Jazz Fest, Strand Sessions, Sun Festival and the MainStreet Farmer’s Market to leading the effort to refurbish Hamp Lyon Stadium. But even these kinds of big efforts sometimes fall victim to not taking care of the small stuff. So, we’re going to change things up on you a bit. We know it’s hot, but we ask that you DO sweat the small stuff. Make sure your grass is cut and your lawn is looking its Sunday best during these summer months when the lake is full, fun and frivolity are in the air and the visitors aplenty. It’s the least you can do for your city.
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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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George Carleton Jr. represents District 5, which includes southern Camp Hill, Red Ridge, Walnut Hill, Union and Pleasant Ridge. His address is 630 Turner Road Road, Dadeville.
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“ But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” —Matthew 6:33
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his week has been a rough one. We’ve had a big push to complete our big 125th Anniversary section on top of our regular pre-holiday load of production. I’ve been out in the rain so much that I’m waterlogged and I honestly think I could fish in my front yard. I have a new dog at home that is part Great Pyrenees, part retriever and part Hannibal Lecter. Sadie is as sweet as can be when we are home, but the second we leave she feels the need to eat up every window blind in the house. So if you drive by my place and see a man in boxers, I’m sorry, but replacing the Levolor’s twice was all I could do until payday. I guess the stress and strain of the week has me thinking 10 years or so down the road to a more peaceful time and retirement. Anyone who knows me is probably laughing because I love work so much, but weeks like this make me think that having my dead fingers pried off this keyboard may not be the way I want to go. So what would be a perfect day if I didn’t have to work, be any place at any certain time and money wasn’t a problem? This is what I would do… I’d wake up in a comfortable bed in a cool room with a ceiling fan circling overhead. The television would still be on from the night before and there would be a cold bottle of green sugarfree Powerade on the nightstand. There would be no alarm clock on that nightstand by the way. The newspaper, which would have been written and laid out by anyone else but me, would have already been brought into the house and placed carefully on
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the sink next to the throne in my bathroom. I would take my time handling my business, the paperwork and reading the paper, circling mistakes and making notes that I needed to call the newsroom on later. Music would be playing loud with selections from Lynyrd Skynyrd, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert and Johnny Cash. I’d get into a shower that has heads all up and down the wall and stay in there until there was no more hot water. I wouldn’t shave. The coffee would have already been made and placed in a Yeti cup and I would get in the seat of my Mercedes convertible on a day where it was 72 degrees and drive as fast as that old ‘79 will take me to a convenience store. The whole way I’d have been talking to Jim Rainey on the phone and how good we were when we were younger. I’d let him go and run inside where I’d grab two jalapeno cheddar dogs, smother them in mustard, onions and peppers and have them with my coffee for breakfast. I’d belch a lot and no one would care. I’d then swing by the paper and talk to Doug Patterson for 10 minutes so we could solve the problems of the world, followed by a 30-minute talk with Stick McDaniel. No matter what is going on, talking to Stick can fix a broken givacrapper better than anyone I know. Once my attitude was adjusted, I’d head to a fishing hole with John McKelvey and we’d catch about six 40-pounders
with our hands under those boat ramps and never see a single snake. From there I’d meet my friend Jeff Shockley and my daughters at The Varsity in Atlanta for lunch. A chili dog and a chili steak, onion rings, a Coke and a frosted orange later I would be ready for a nap. I’d take that nap on the front porch of Jeff’s lake cabin, just like I have more times than I can count. There wouldn’t be a single mosquito to be found. I’d say a prayer, talk to my Mom, Dad and Bill Robinson in heaven and drive really fast with the top down to eat with my loved ones at Gumbeaux in Douglasville. That jambalaya is incredible. But because I drive fast and this is the perfect day, I could make it to Hillabee Creek and catch the tail end of the most incredible sunset I had ever seen. After that I need to meet my friend Rodney Elrod at a casino and we’d play slots, cards and craps, listen to music and tell stories until the casino was forced to close because we had taken all of their money. Did I mention that I would spend a part of the day naked? Not sure what part of the day that would be, but I really hate clothes. Just sayin’. All day there would be no cancer, no death, no shooting and no cable news. I’d close the day with a prayer and hug and a kiss and fall asleep in a hammock near a lake with a fire burning across the way. Ahhhhh. I can hardly wait. Mitch Sneed is the editor of The Outlook and still has a lot of work to do before this dream can come true.
Friday’s question: Will you spend time on Lake Martin this holiday weekend?
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CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT: The 2nd Annual Lake Martin Championship Cornhole Tournament will be Saturday, July 1 at The Rodeo Club. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and includes a T-shirt while supplies last. Bags fly at noon. The first tournament is a blind draw for $25 a person and the second tournament is bring your own partner at $20 a team. There is a guaranteed $1,000 in prize money. For more information, contact the Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce or The Rodeo Club.
Today’s Anniversaries
Eric and Emily Gregg, Kathryn and Joe Max Worthy, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Tidwell and Charles and Bernice Whetstone celebrate their anniversaries today.
Sunday’s Events
CHURCH MEMORIAL: The Almighty God Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting its 37th Church Memorial Sunday, July 2 at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Robert Williams, pastor of Peace and Goodwill Baptist Church in Kellyton. Pastor of Almighty God Baptist Church is Rev. Lorenzo Caldwell.
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Sunday’s Anniversaries
Bill and Dannelle Mattox, Ellen and Terry Martin, Steve and Sherri Love and Mark and Coni Cecil celebrate their anniversaries Sunday.
Monday’s Birthdays
Tanya Adkins, Julie Turner, Gibson Kimbrough, Libby McCollum, Martha Faye Howard, Arthur Ray Howard and Kellie Jenkins celebrate their birthdays Monday.
Monday’s Anniversaries
Bessie and Ralph Durden celebrate their anniversary Monday.
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The Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force has devoted many man hours in combating illegal drug trafficking in our area. Investigators with the Task Force were recently recognized with commendations for outstanding performance in their duties. “We will continue to press forward in this calling and keep this citizens of the community safe,” said Sgt. Fred White of the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force. The awards were presented by Sheriff Jimmy Abbett, Deputy Chief James Easterwood (Task Force Commander) and Sgt. Fred White (Task Force Coordinator). Awards presented to Inv. Cliff Scott, Inv. Luke Sivley and Inv. Chad Jones.
Tuesday, July 4
BOAT PARADE: The Russell Marine Annual Boat Parade is July 4 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The parade will start at Kowaliga Marina and go to Chidren’s Harbor. To register call the Kowaliga Marina at 334-857-2111. FIREWORKS: The annual Russell Land 4th of July Fireworks on Lake Martin will start with a concert at The Darrell Brooks, Owner AMP with the Bank Walkers and the Sweet Tea Trio starting at 6 p.m. and Cutting •Edging fireworks set to start around 9 p.m. Weed Eating •Mulch Cost of the concert is $10 with chilWeed Control dren 6 and under free.
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FIELD AND FOREST HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a field and forest hike July 5 at 9 a.m. The walk is for all ages. Meet at the outdoor classroom across from the beach. MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have their Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday July 5 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and a small donation.
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BINGO NIGHT: Jake’s Restaurant is hosting a bingo night July 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area. Jake’s will also host bingo every Thursday in July to benefit the Boys and Girls Club.
Friday, July 7
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MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night July 7. God’s Not Dead will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.
Saturday, July 8
NIGHT HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a night hike July 8 at 7:30 p.m. under the light of the full moon to learn about nocturnal animals and how they survive in the dark weather permitting. YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP: Bridge Builders will be hosting a youth football camp for grades first through eighth July 8 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Sportplex. For more information contact Hudson Hinton at 256-750-1140 or Tommie Kelly at 256-786-0542.
Sunday, July 9
WELLNESS DAY: The Beacon of Joy Seventh Day Adventist Church is hosting a community health and wellness day at Strand Park July 9 from 3 -6 p.m. There will be live performances, family fun and healthy snacks. For more information, call 256-749-5943. FAMILY REUNION: The Willoughlby Reunion will be Sunday, July 9 at the Daviston Community
Center. All family and friends are welcome.
July 10-11
THROW AWAY DAY: The Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership is partnering with the Tallapoosa County Commission to provide dumpsters for public use at the following locations on Monday, July 10 through Tuesday, July 11. The dumpsters will be at the Alexander City Annex– 395 Lee St., Double Bridges– Highway 63, Eagle Creek Fire Department– 90 Old Shepard Rd., Camp Hill Town Hall– 309 Holley Ave. and StillWaters Entrance– Highway 49 Items that can not be placed in the dumpsters include: liquids, appliances with compressors, tires, batteries, light bulbs, TVs, computers, propane tanks, hazardous or medical waste.
July 10-12
CHURCH REVIVAL: Liberty United Methodist Church in Hackneyville is hosting revival July 10-12 at 7 p.m. Rev. Mike Densmore, Rev. Josh Sammons and Rev. James Long will be delivering messages. Everyone is welcome.
July 10-14
ART CAMP: The Kitty Dark Kids Art Camp will be July 10-14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Radney School for children in grades 1 through 6. The cost is $125 and includes all supplies, lunch, snack and t-shirt. For more information contact Jamie Dark at 256-794-0688.
Tuesday, July 11
USHER MEETING: There will be an Early Rose District Usher meeting July 11 at 5 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center.
July 11-14
ANNUAL SESSION: Early Rose District Congress of Christian Education is holding its 58th Annual Session July 11-14 at 9 a.m. daily at the Great Bethel Missionary Baptist Church.
July 13-15
those who have completed grades 3-6. The theme is “Following Jesus.” Jeremy Simpson of FBC, Alex City will be the camp pastor. Campers will enjoy playing crazy games, kayaking, swimming, “the blob,” crafts, skits and much more. The cost until June 23 is $85 per camper. After that, the cost is $95 per camper. The final deadline to register is June 30. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.tallapoosabaptist.org under the Resource tab. For more information, please call 256825-4441.
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MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night July 14. God’s Not Dead II will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.
Saturday, July 15
TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves High School Alumni Monthly Trade Day in Millerville on Highway 9 between Ashland and Goodwater will be held on July 15 from 7:00 until 2:00. Refreshments are also available.
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HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Tallapoosee Historical Meeting on Sunday, July 16 at 2 p.m. features talks about the restoration of Smith Mountain Fire Tower and the proposed Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association education center at the Tower. The meeting will take place at the Society’s museum on the town square in Dadeville. Refreshments will be served. Public is invited.
July 19
FIELD AND FOREST HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a field and forest hike July 19 at 9 a.m. The walk is for all ages. Meet at the outdoor classroom across from the beach.
Friday, July 21
MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night July 21. The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Family Worship Center on Sewell Street is hosting Vacation Bible School July 13-14 from 6-8:30 p.m. and July 15 from 9 a.m. to noon with a parents program July 15 at 11 a.m.
STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky July 22 at 6 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park.
July 13-16
CHURCH HOMECOMING: Rock Springs Baptist Church in Jacksons Gap is hosting homecoming July 23 at 10 a.m. Pastor Jamey Williams will bring the message and The Dyes will provide the music. Dinner will be served and everyone is invited.
KIDS AND YOUTH CAMP: The Tallapoosa Baptist Association camps will be held July 13-16 at Camp Alamisco on Lake Martin. Youth Camp is for those who have completed grades 7-12. Kids Camp is for
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Mountain Springs Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Daviston
Pleasant Grove Church of Christ 1819 Bay Pine Rd, Jackson’s Gap
Pleasant Valley Missionary Baptist 835 Valley Rd., Camp Hill 334-257-4442
Mt. Carmel Baptist 3610 Dudleyville Rd., Dadeville
Southview Church of Christ 2325 Dadeville Rd., Alex City 256-329-0212
Ridge Grove Missionary Baptist Alexander City, 256-234-6972
Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 63 South, Alex City 256-234-7748
Rocky Mt. Baptist New Site community
New Beginning Baptist 1076 Coley Creek Rd.
Seleeta Baptist Booker St., Alex City 256-329-2685 Shady Grove Baptist Jackson’s Gap Community
INDEPENDENT BAPTIST Liberty Baptist 1365 Hillabee St., Alex City 256-329-8830 New Life Baptist County Road 14, Alex City, 256-329-2635 Victory Baptist 280 By-Pass, Alex City
CHURCH OF GOD Alex City No. 2 A.C.O.P. Church of God Local Street, Alex City Bread of Life A.C.O.P. Church of God Hwy. 280, Kellyton
New Concord Baptist Off hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-5390
Cedar Street Church of God 711 Martin Luther King Blvd. Alex City
New Elkahatchee Baptist Elkahatchee Rd., Alex City 256-329-9942
The Great Bethel Missionary 520 Christian St., Alex City 256-234-5513
New Hope Baptist Lake Martin, off Hwy. 63 256-329-2510
Dadeville Church of God 425 Horseshoe Bend Rd. (Hwy. 49 N.) Dadeville 256-825-8820
Unity Baptist Robinson Rd., Alex City
New Life Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-6190 / 256-329-2635
Marshall Street Church of God 428 Marshall Street, Alex City 256-234-3180
New Pine Grove Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Perryville
New Faith Tabernacle A.C.O.P. Church of God “J” Street
Zion Hill Missionary Baptist 583 S. Broadnax St., Dadeville BAPTIST – SOUTHERN Bay Pine Baptist 1480 Bay Pine Rd. Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-4433
West End Baptist Off 280 West, 256-234-2130
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River of Life Worship Center 407 Hillabee St., Alex City, 256-329-9593
Pleasant Home Baptist Clay County
New Providence Baptist Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City
New Harvest Ministries Church of God Hwy 280 & Coosa 28 256-329-2331
BAPTIST – MISSIONARY Bethlehem Baptist New Site
Bethany Baptist Church Bethany Road
New Rocky Mount Baptist 670 Peckerwood Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-794-3846
Cross Key Baptist Hackneyville, 256-329-9716
Bethel Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-5070
New Salem Road New Site Rd., New Site, 256-234-2932
Darian Missionary Baptist Church Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City 256-329-3865
Beulah Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-9882
Old Providence Baptist Off Hwy. 63 N., near Hackneyville
The Church of God 13th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1696
Elam Baptist Robertson Rd. Alex City
Calvary Baptist 819 Main St., Dadeville, 256-825-5989
Old Union Baptist 1106 Davis Circle 256-596-1873
Washington Street A.C.O.P. Church of God Washington Street
Orr Street Baptist 1000 “O” Street (Hwy. 63N) Alex City, 256-234-3171
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy 303 Poplar Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6941
Early Rose Baptist 201 E Street, Alexander City Flint Hill Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville
Calvary Heights Baptist Elkahatchee, Rd., Alex City 256-234-7224
Friendship Baptist Our Town Community, 256-329-5243
Camp Hill Baptist Downtown Camp Hill, 256-896-2811
Hollins Springs Baptist Hwy. 280, Goodwater
Comer Memorial 941 E. Church St., Alex City 256-234-2236
Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church 21 East Church St. 256-825-6814
Daviston Baptist Daviston, 395-4327 Eagle Creek Baptist Hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-6048
Liberty Church 1034 Liberty Church Rd. Willow Point Alex City Macedonia Baptist Macedonia Circle, Goodwater 256-839-5793 Marietta Baptist Goodwater
Fellowship Baptist Buttston Community Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church on Claybrook Drive, Alex City 256-839-5339 First Baptist Court Square, Alex City 256-234-6351
Miracle Missionary Baptist 1687 “I” Street 256-215-9788, 256-215-9787
First Baptist Tallassee St., Dadeville, 256-825-6232
Mt. Calvary Baptist 329 King St., Alex City, 256-234-5631 Mt. Olive Baptist Hwy. 280 & Jct. 49, Goodwater Mt. Sinai Baptist Fish Pond Rd., Coosa County 256-329-2337 Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 22, New Site Mt. Zion East StillWaters Dr., 256-825-4991
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Medical Dr. Mary Emily Sheffield removed the covering from the fountain, which was then turned on to great applause from the assembled crowd. Following the official unveiling, Pastor Wayne Cowhick from Alexander City Independent
Methodist Church led the crowd in a blessing for the fountain. The crowd was then free to take photos with Spirit and get a closer look at the newly refurbished fountain. The cast-iron eagle was produced in 1977 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Russell Corp. and
was installed in front of the building that served as the company’s front offices. Earlier this year, the Alexander City City Council donated the eagle and base to Russell Medical under the condition that the hospital would restore the piece and place it in a
prominent location. Robinson Iron undertook the restoration, using a special kind of paint to give the eagle a greenish color and installing new plumbing for the fountain. “Russell was always very good to the community,” Nabors said. “This is something to hang on to.”
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Top left: Russell Medical CEO Jim Peace, left, retired Russell President Dwight Carlise and Alexander City mayor Jim Nabors pose for a photograph with the bald eagle Spirit. Top right: Richard Robinson of Robinson Iron speaks at the rededication of the eagle. Middle left: Scott Howell, left, and Luke Robinson of Robinson Iron pose with eagle. Robinson Iron donated the eagle to Russell years ago and refurbished it for the rededication at Russell Medical. Bottom left: Russell Medical’s Susan Foy speaks at the rededication of the eagle. Many a
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•Alexander City Outlook •Dadeville Record
For anyone looking to grab a bite to eat while they visit the Arti Gras festival, the café in Catherine’s Market will be open, and they will also have a cart set up outside serving items
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is no cost to get in to the event, and plenty of parking will be available on site. “The only thing you’ll pay for is if you want to buy something,” Mitchell said.
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Police Reports Alexander City Police Department June 29
• James Ray Reeves, 34, of Alexander City was arrested for two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor, four counts of discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling and discharging a firearm into an unoccupied vehicle. • Leamber Shree Shealey, 27, of Alexander City was arrested for harassment. • Possession of drug paraphernalia and unlawful possession of a concealed weapon was reported on County Road. • Harassing communications was reported on 6th Street Extension. • Harassing communications was reported on J Street. • Harassment was reported on Parkway Circle. • Failure to pay for gasoline was reported on Highway 280.
June 28
• Bradley Thomas Parrott, 18, of Alexander City was arrested for four counts of discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling and discharging a firearm into an unoccupied vehicle. • Kimberly Denise Griebel, 34, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance morphine and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Kryston Gabbriel Buckner, 22 of Goodwater was arrested for robbery. • Queston Neorean Reese, 25, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Sime’shia Jaquay Cotton, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for failure to appear.
• Adrian Jerome Grigsby, 25, of Dadeville was arrested for electronic solicitation of a child. • Crystal Elise Tucker, 29, of Dadeville was arrested for failure to appear. • Nicole Lynn Bryant, 22, of Dadeville was arrested for harassment. • Robert Damian hall, 26, of Jacksons Gap was arrested for possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Samantha Aline Marchand, 29, of Dadeville was arrested for possession of controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. • Possession of controlled substance methamphetamine and possession of a controlled substance Colanaspin was reported on Airport Road. • Possession marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported Airport Road.
June 27
• Sierra Elizabeth Green, 20, of Alexander City was arrested for harassment. • Ferlandez Isaiah Judkins, 21, of Goodwater was arrested for kidnapping, robbery and burglary. • Bradley Thomas Parrott, 18, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence • Jason Ryan Jacques, 38, of New Site was arrested for burglary. • Demetrius Burroughs, 28, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • Menacing was reported in the 1200 block of J Street. • Domestic violence was reported on 6th Street. • Burglary was reported in the 200 block of Willow Drive. • Harassment was reported on
Highway 280. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported on Lee Street. • Criminal mischief and criminal trespass was reported in Alexander City.
June 26
• Adrian Jerome Grigsby, 25, of Dadeville was arrested for four counts possessing a forged instrument. • Barry Lyle Livingston, 48, of Goodwater was arrested for driving under the influence alcohol. • Bridget Gail Denney, 31, of Opelika was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. • Connie Kay Sherrer, 42, of Alexander City was arrested for fraudulent use of credit/debit card. • Kadjah Rashay Davis, 22, of Alexander City was arrested for disorderly conduct. • Arthena Lakeithia Thomas, 25, of Alexander City was arrested for three failure to appears. • Domestic violence was reported on Summer Street. • Possession of a controlled substance was reported on Worthy Road. • Possession of marijuana was reported on Airport Boulevard. • Driving under the influence alcohol was reported on Hillabee Street. • Harassment was reported on Willow Drive. • Possession of controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on Laurel Road. • Theft was reported on Highway 280. • Electronic solicitation of a child was reported on East Church Street.
• Robbery was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported on Highway 280. • Harassing communications was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported on Washington Street. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Domestic violence was reported on Bay Pine Road.
Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department June 29
• A resident of Cobb Road in Tallassee filed a report for dog bite.
June 28
• Jason Jacques of Highway 22 East was arrested on an outstanding warrant probation violation. • Heather Tucker of Highway 63 North was arrested on an outstanding warrant harassment.
June 27
• Roy Craven of Dadeville was arrested for domestic violence 3rd degree. • Megan Hayes of Dadeville was arrested for an active failure to appear contempt of court warrant. • Jason Hayes of Dadeville was arrested for an active failure to appear contempt of court warrant. • Crystal Tucker of Jacksons Gap was arrested for an active failure to appear child support warrant.
June 26
• Resident of Hicks Store Road in Tallassee filed a report for harassment. • Gary Isome of Kellyton was arrested for an active probation
violation warrant. • Lori Johnston of Daviston was arrested for an active probation violation warrant.
Dadeville Police Department June 27
• A Opelika man, age 48, was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear. • A Dadeville woman, age 29, was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear.
June 25
• A Dadeville woman, age 45, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence and Promoting Prison Contraband.
June 24
• An Alexander City man, age 27, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Criminal Trespass.
June 23
• An Equality man, age 35, was arrested for Driving Under the Influence. • A Jacksons Gap man, age 43, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana. • A Alexander City man, age 54, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana. • A report for Theft of Property was filed that occurred on Old Mills Ferry Road.
June 22
• A one motor vehicle collision occurred on S. Tallassee Street resulting in minor property damage and no injuries. • A report for Assault was filed that occurred on MLK Street. June 21 • A Dadeville man, age 26, was arrested for Domestic Violence and Resisting Arrest that occurred on Old Susanna Road.
LIZI ARBOGAST SPORTS EDITOR (256) 234-4281 X228 lizi.arbogast@alexcityoutlook.com
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Winning big in a man’s world B
eing a female in a male-dominant industry, I’ll say this – it’s not easy, but it’s also not impossible. The sports world has been a mostly male-driven world for decades. I can’t count how many times I’ve heard the question, “How did you get stuck on the sports beat?” Or “What did you actually want to do in journalism?” My absolute favorite, though, is the assumption that because I’m a woman, I couldn’t possibly know as much about sports as a man. Interestingly, in my current relationship, it’s my significant other who has a hard time pulling me away from the TV on Sunday afternoon or has to listen as I drone on about the Washington Capitals losing yet another playoff series. Given my background, I was probably more sensitive than most to John McEnroe’s comments about the fierce and amazing Serena Williams. In case you missed this, John McEnroe said if Williams played on the men’s tour she would be ranked “like 700 in the world.” First and foremost, let’s stop comparing men’s and women’s sports. It’s unnecessary and a bit ignorant. Men and women are biologically, genetically different, so the fact there’s differences between men’s and women’s sports make sense and are acceptable. Does that mean women can’t play well on a men’s field? Absolutely not. But there are uncontrollable differences for the majority of us. Secondly, let’s break down just how phenomenal Williams’ resume is. She has been ranked No. 1 by the WTA for a total of 319 weeks. That’s more than six years at being the absolute best in the entire world in her profession. She has the most Grand Slam singles titles in the Open Era and has the second most all-time. She also holds the record amongst active players in Grand Slam titles in singles, doubles and mixed doubles – mixed, meaning she can hang against men. Probably the most ridiculous part of McEnroe’s statement is simply the No. 700. Let’s analyze that further. First of all, if you can name a male tennis player outside of the top 100 without Googling, come find me. I got a crisp Benjamin Franklin for ya. Currently, Issam Haithan Taweel is ranked 700th on the ATP World Tour. He has a 2-5 career record and has won $52,809 between singles and doubles matches combined in his career. Compare that to Williams, who has won 51 times that prize money in the 2017 calendar year alone. Williams’ career record is 783-130 with prize winnings totaling more than $84 million. Moreover, bio information is not even available for Taweel on the ATP website, because no one’s ever heard of this guy. Meanwhile, Williams is one of the most famous tennis players ever to have lived. Not long ago, she was named the Sportsperson (not sports female, mind you) of the Year by Sports Illustrated. Amazingly, I’ve read articles this week defending McEnroe’s statements. USA Today’s Josh Peters said McEnroe’s ranking was “generous,” saying Williams would be closer to 1,000. Another, this one by the New York Daily News, backed McEnroe, citing an interview Williams had with David Letterman in 2013 about how different men’s and women’s tennis are. I won’t sit here and say Williams would be ranked No. 1 for 319 total weeks if she played on the men’s circuit – that would be as absurd a statement as McEnroe’s. But to assume that she would be ranked 700th – or even worse, apparently – is foolish. This woman has proven herself over and over again in her sport and in other ventures. She has done an endless amount of charity work and been an inspiration to young females all over the world. To unnecessarily decide how she’d play in a men’s sport and snub her by putting her with the likes of nameless faces in the low rankings of the ATP is simply an insult. Women in sports have it hard enough without being needlessly compared to their male counterparts. Lizi Arbogast is the sports editor of The Outlook.
Jeremy Freeman takes over at Coosa By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
After being a part of the Central Coosa school system since 1999 and taking over as interim boys basketball coach midway through last season, Jeremy Freeman was the obvious choice to take over the head coaching duties. “Jeremy has been with our basketball program for a long time, and he stepped up to the plate last season when there were some issues with the head coach,” Coosa principal Delynne Bouldin said. “He completed the season and did an outstanding job.” A Central Middle School teacher, Freeman has won two state championships as a Cougar assistant. In his 19-year tenure, Freeman has helped Coosa to the regional tournament 10 times and has been a part of eight regional championship games, winning the title six times. “It’s been a great run and a great process to get to this point,” Freeman said. “I’m appreciative Freeman to my superintendent, principal and athletic director for their decision making, and I appreciate that they can trust me with the program.” Coosa has become known for its basketball success, but the Cougars are returning just two starters this year, junior point guard Omar Gaddis and sophomore small forward Noel Jones. Freeman knows with a young team, there may be a bit of rebuilding this season, but he’s hopeful because the team has played together for quite some time. Although they don’t have much varsity experience, the Cougars have
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Jeremy Freeman has been named head boys basketball coach at Central Coosa. He has been an assistant since 1999.
experience with each other and that should bode well. “They’re used to winning, and they know how to win,” Freeman said. “With a long season, there’s going to be some ups and downs and some stall points, but through it all, they have a lot of experience playing basketball, just not on this level.” Last year, Coosa’s JV team went undefeated. “Jeremy brings some consistency and has a good understanding of our kids and the things that they face each day,” Bouldin said. “The kids know him, and that makes it easier for them to understand what they need to do and how they need to play.” Being an assistant for such a long time and being a teacher, Freeman said he knows the kids well and that should be an advantage. Freeman doesn’t plan to implement too many changes to previous systems, but he hopes to continue the tradition of success Coosa has become accustomed to.
“I am very vocal, and I am very involved in play by play,” Freeman said. “I’m with them all the way from dribbling to taking it out of bounds; I like to be hands on. I’m vocal but I adjust to my players. Some players do better with me being a little high strung energy-wise and some do better with me speaking to them one-on-one. I’m very enthusiastic and very excited about each opportunity we get to be on the court.” Ironically, Freeman spent his playing days of the opposite side of Central Coosa’s biggest rival. He played for Benjamin Russell and his daughter still currently is a cheerleader for Alexander City Middle School. “I was a part of the rivalry when it first began and now I’m on the other side, so it’s totally funny,” Freeman said. “Growing up, it was always ‘Beat Goodwater, beat Coosa,’ but now it’s ‘Beat Alex City.’ (This job) has a lot of meaning to me in more than just one way. It’s something I always wanted to do.”
Carley Forbus dominates at Talladega By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
Carley Forbus was unstoppable for the Alexander City Torpedos in Monday’s meet at Talladega. She finished in the top spot in three different events, and two other Torpedos had first-place finishes. In the 11-12 girls division, Forbus took first-place in the 50 breaststroke, the 100 IM and the 100 freestyle in the meet against Talladega, Valley and Prattville. Forbus finished with times of 43.18, 1:23.16 and 1:15.59, respectively. Ava Barrett and Brynlee Alford also captured the top spots in a pair of events. Alford was first in the 8U girls 25 freestyle, clocking in at 24.84, while Barrett took first in the 9-10 girls 100 freestyle in 1:32.69. The pair each had a fourth-place finish as well – Alford in the 25 back (30.56) and Barrett in the 50 freestyle (43.16) Gabriella Wright had the next-best finish for the Torpedos, swimming for a second-place finish in the 8U girls 25 backstroke in 28.62. Wright had another strong swim, placing third in the 25 freestyle with a time of 28.32. Alex City had also had a handful of top-five finishes in its final meet before the District 5 Championships, which take place July 14 and 15 in Opelika.
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Alex City’s Carley Forbus won three events at the Torpedos’ recent meet at Talladega.
In the 8U girls 25 breaststroke, Kendall Mann placed third with a time of 38.57. Mann was also sixth in the 25 freestyle (38.94) and fifth in the 25 backstroke (21.15). Sarah Brown’s best finish was third in the 11-12 girls 100 freestyle, clocking in at 1:31.21 and she captured fourth in the 11-12 girls 50 butterfly with a time of 46.07. Brown also earned eighth in the 50 breaststroke (55.97). Briley Mann had two top-five places.
She was fourth in the 6U girls 25 backstroke (59.03) and fifth in the 25 freestyle (48.22). Rounding out the best finishes for the Torpedos, Reagan West took fifth in the 11-12 girls 100 freestyle, touching the wall in 1:31.41. Her other races included seventh in the 50 breaststroke (55.46) and eighth in the 50 back (50.30). Qualifiers from districts will advance to state on July 28 and 29.
Cooper Track recognizes runners at banquet
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Left: Cooper Track Club coach Calvin Holtzclaw, left, gives a pile of medals to Quentaevious Lauderdale at Thursday’s banquet. Right: Kelli Jackson, right, receives a certificate and pair of medals from coach Calvin Holtzclaw at Cooper Track Club’s banquet on Thursday night.
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Wednesday, July 19
Pie in the Sky Treasure Hunt 6:05 a.m. Tallapoosa County KidsFest Magic and a Message 9 a.m. ̽ 11 a.m. Cooper Recreation Center KidsFest College Bound 2 p.m. ̽ 4 p.m. CACC Show Your Colors 5 p.m. BRHS Band Field Faith Night 6 p.m. BRHS Auditorium
Friday, July 14
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Saturday, July 15
MainStreet Farmers Market 7 a.m. ̽ 11 a.m. First Baptist Church Slip ͂n’ Slide 5K 8 a.m. Strand Park “Our Town” presented by ACT II 7:00 pm The Arbor
Thursday, July 20
Pie in the Sky Treasure Hunt 6:05 a.m. Tallapoosa County Fun in the Sun 9 a.m. ̽ 12 Noon Airport Pavilion Celebrate America’s Heroes 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bill Nichols Veterans Home KidsFest Get Your Art On 1 p.m. ̽ 3 p.m. Luck of the Draw Studio KidsFest Build Your Own Sundae 2:30 p.m. ̽ 4 p.m. Carlisle’s Drugs Young Professionals Trivia Night 7 p.m. TBD “Our Town” presented by ACT II 7:00 p.m. The Arbor
Sunday, July 16
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Friday, July 21
Pie in the Sky Treasure Hunt 6:05 a.m. Tallapoosa County KidsFest Wet ‘n Wild 9 a.m. ̽ 12 Noon Alexander City Pool Pie Baking Contest 11 a.m. Lake Martin Innovation Center Band Battle 7 p.m. Strand Park
Monday, July 17
Pie in the Sky Treasure Hunt 6:05 a.m. Tallapoosa County KidsFest Library 9 a.m. ̽ 12 Noon TBD Hanging Out at the Home 9 a.m. ̽ 11 a.m. Area Nursing Homes Dawg-Gawn Good Parade 5:30 p.m. Strand Park Lip Sync in the Park 7 p.m. ̽ 9 p.m. Strand Park
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Tuesday, July 18
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A Message from Sonny Wilson, Alexander City Parks & Rec Director. . . On behalf of Alex City Parks and Recreation, congratulations on another great season. We are proud of the hard work and effort that each of you put forth in practice and game time this year. To hear the screams of excitement and see the looks on your faces as you conquer something new is a testament to our mission. Thanks to our coaches and volunteers for another season of sacrifice, skills training and down-right dusty work. Your passion for these children will be everlasting memories as each will forever recall those special moments and those who coached them through them. Thanks to our parents and sponsors for supporting our programs, physical activity and organized sports. Our mission at ACPR is simple - COME OUT and PLAY. We know that team sports create pride, develop leaders, build self-esteem, and most of all work toward physical wellbeing. Our mission is important for our future, but without your support, we can’t meet our goals. Thanks again for helping build strong, passionate children who will be role models for others to join later. Parks and people make life better so spread the word. We’ve got lots of programs and lots of fun in store, and we want everyone you know to COME OUT and PLAY!
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3/4 T-BALL – ASTROS: Coaches Brent Reaves, Ashley
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5/6 T-BALL – PIRATES: Coaches Jade Snyder, Jerry
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5/6 T-BALL – CUBS: Coaches Sidney Reynolds, Danny
7/8 T-BALL – RED SOX: Coaches Chad Jones, Brian
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7/8 – DODGERS: Coaches Scott Meacham, Mark
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7/8 – REDS: Coaches Caleb Holt, Adam Long, Chad
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11/12 – CUBS: Coaches David Macoy, Derek Smith,
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9/10 – BREWERS: Coaches David Mobley, Israel
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11/12 – RED SOX: Coaches Roderick Spradley, Johnny
5/6 – SMURFETTES: Coaches Cris Sparks, Ryder
Hay, Ryan Spradley, Ethan McDaniel, Austin Jackson, Austin Machen, Jake Owens, Sandlin Pike, Collin Thompson, Shelton Wright, Jaxon Hay, Carson McDaniel, Colson McDaniel, Savon Spradley, Jamarion Pappion
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11/12 – METS: Coaches Casey Hyde, Kadori
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Raheem Ruffin, Linley Bremmerman, Bella Burkhalter, Amaria Gaddis, Raleigh Anna Harris, Lily Howell, Ally Kittrell, Kiley McDonald, Holly Chapman, Kyleigh Leonard, Arieyal Murphy, Ryleigh Ruffin, Rylee Ann Sprayberry
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7/8 – FIREBALLS: Coaches Ross Baker, Mallory Padgett,
7/8 – BLAZERS: CoachesApril Henderson, Jonathan Henderson,
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Cheri Edwards, Chris Glenn, Ella Rose Baker, Annika Bradford, Madilyn Bremmerman, Addison Caldwell, Skye Lavender, Breck Mobley, Jordyn Young, Linley Brown, Halle Davis, Cheyenne Fuller, Jaden Glenn, Dakota Wolny
Ben Montgomery, Henley Bice, Samantha Galvan, Avery Hamlett, Ka’Zyriah Johnson, Ariah Lockhart, Zoya Menniefield, Charity Ransaw, Peyten Schutz, Aerial Green, Kenzie Henderson, Mercedes Johnson, Aziah Lockhart, Lydia Montgomery
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9/10 – KNOCKOUTS: Coaches Chris Knox, Kristal
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9/10 – STINGERS: Coaches Lee McWaters, Tom 9/10 – XTREME: Coaches Beau McCary and Tonya
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11/12 – FORCE: Coaches Christina Allen-Peters, 11/12 – WHITE SHOCKS: Coaches Chris McManus, Jeremy Forbus, Heather Forbus, Carley Forbus, Jaidyn Gossett, Truly Heard, Aaliyah Landry, Leah Leonard, Maria Moore, Katie Peters, Morgan Phillips, Essence Smith, Carley Henderson, Ellen Story, Melanie Willis
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2017 New Site Little League Teams
3/4 T-BALL – Arianna Bolt, Atleigh McNatt, Lacy Watts,
Gabriel Williams, Waylon Milam, Brylee Mueller, Harris Gamble, Camden Pouncey, Kyree Golden, Jackson Gilbert, Makenzie Peavy Coaches: Jason Gamble and Grace Gilbert
5/6 T-BALL – Laura Calway, Dixie Johnson, Hudson
Whiteard, Callie Ray, Bladen David Keel, Aiden Chase Keel, Parker White, Allison Faith Bridges, Drake Hooks Coach: Cole Whiteard Assistants: Mitch Morgan and Cary Whiteard
5/6 T-BALL – Khloe Looser, Kaylen Peters, Hayden
King, Cooper Ziegler, Harlin Peters, Abigail Dean, Tommy Farr, Gunnar Walker, Tyler Jones, Karson Smith, Sage Hardy Coach: Justin Farr Assistants: Maribeth Farr, Portia Looser and Brandi Hardy
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5/6 T-BALL – Jacob Carter, Efrin Caceres, Aliva
Jones, Jase Jones, Hunter Gordon, Camden Trapp, Avery Mae Yates, Creed Sherrer, Isabella Ketchum Coach: Kristina Yates Assistants: Blake Sherrer, Terry Carter and Justin Gordon
7/8 GIRLS SOFTBALL – Gracie Deason, Marley Trapp,
Marigrace Jones, Madison Smith, Marlie Allen, Anna Bridges, Abigail Williams, Kynlee Mason, Allie Higgins, Maddie Higgins Coaches: Scott Peavy, Justin Mason and James Trapp
7/8 BOYS BASEBALL – Matthew Evers Jr., Mason Evers,
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9/10 GIRLS SOFTBALL – Bransley Looser, Marli Price,
Allie Scott, Kailee Giddens, Yesenia Ramirez, Addison Colley, Brooklynn Berry, Tatum Templeton, Carissa Looser Coaches: Dee Templeton, Tiffany Colley and Amy Scott
12U BOYS BASEBALL – Klark James, Brett Franklin, Kole Evers, Brody Bryan, Justin Garcia, Braden Phillips, Christian Brown, Keegan Sharpe, Terrance Stegall, Jacoby Glenn, Calvin Mangram, Kohl Williams Coaches: Chris Brown and Bryan Green
12U BOYS BASEBALL – Dakota Howard, Jacob Turner,
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Letter from the Editor Though it goes without saying, I just have to say it: Lake Martin is an amazing place. From summer concerts and fireworks to beautiful houses and crazy-fun skiing, wakesports and golf tournaments, a summer at Lake Martin is nothing less than spectacular. Music plays at Lake Martin all summer long, starting with Friday on the Green to long past the Labor Day concert at The AMP. Jazz Fest this year drew a record crowd, and more of the same is expected for the Fourth of July concert and fireworks at The AMP this weekend with the Sweet Tea Trio. Sun Festival will bring Moon Taxi to town July 22, and those weekly Friday on the Green events are a great way to unwind at the lake. Check out the stories on pages 36 and 6 for the Jazz Fest 2017 wrap-up and a preview of Fourth of July festivities; and turn to the calendar, starting on page 18, for details about Moon Taxi and other events in the area this month. We also feature one of the lake’s most jaw-dropping gorgeous homes in this issue of Lake magazine. This 6,000-plus square foot Parker Creek lake house enjoys front and back views, customized gaming areas, quiet corners, deckside swimming, elegant baths and a private pub. Take a tour on page 52. On page 64, we caught up with world champion slalom skier Nate Smith at a clinic in May. We also joined the spectators at Willow Point for the Southeast Golf Association Junior Championship last month for the article on page 44. While you are on the lake riding, skiing and sitting back with a cool refreshment to appreciate the South’s Best Fireworks Show at The AMP or the wide open views of Alabama’s only Treasured Lake, take a few photos for the Lake magazine picture pages (starting on page 10 in this issue). And when you venture away from the lake, take Lake magazine along, so you can send photos of the places you go and things you see for our ‘Where Is Lake?’ page (15 in this issue). Send your photos to editor@lakemartinmagazine.com. There’s just no place more fun than Lake Martin in the summertime!
Betsy Iler, Managing Editor
On the Cover Cover: The Russell Marine July 4 Boat Parade is a not-to-be-missed staple of the holiday weekend on Lake Martin. Donned with patriotic decorations and passengers, boats traverse the route from Kowaliga Marina to Children’s Harbor and back, to the delight of spectators on the water and on the banks, to win an assortment of coveted titles. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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Contents 32. PAINTING KOWALIGA BRIDGE Work crews are expected to spend a year on this routine maintenance project at Lake Martin 36. JAZZ FEST 2017 Record crowds turned out at Strand Park for the 27th annual concert series 44. SCENIC DRIVES Youth golfers from around the world compete for the junior championship at Lake Martin's Willow Point 52. SPACIOUS SANCTUARY A Parker Creek home designed for fun, relaxation and time with the family 64. ROUNDING THE BUOYS Number one slalom skier in the world coaches locals at clinic on the lake 68. FOURTH OF JULY ON THE LAKE The South's Best Fireworks Show is right here on our own Lake Martin
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Lake’s Quick Guide to the Lake Lake Martin Area Real Estate Indicators Sales Month
Number of sales
Average selling price
Median selling price
Days on the market
Total houses for sale
Inventory/ sales ratio
May 2017 May 2014 May 2011
36 27 23
$575,848 $348,731 $453,758
$436,000 $340,000 $375,000
247 231 226
305 372 451
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The above numbers are derived from raw sales data from the Lake Martin Area Association of Realtors MLS.The sales noted above are for Lake Martin waterfront residential (single family and condominium) sales only. This information is provided courtesy Lake Martin Realty, LLC. (A Russell Lands, Inc. affiliated company.)
Treasured Mile: Shoreline areas still available The response to the Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA)/ Alabama Power Company’s Adopt An Island/Shoreline program has been phenomenal, said LMRA President John Thompson. Last month, Tallapoosa County 4H and Off the Beaten Path (a local kayak rental company) had the distinction of adopting the last islands available through the program. These are located in the uppermost reaches of Lake Martin. “That’s incredible progress for a program that launched only nine months ago,” Thompson said. Still available for adoption are 31 of the 78 shoreline segments designated in the program to keep Lake Martin clean and litter-free year round. To adopt a shoreline segment, visit lmra.info and click on the Projects tab.
Did You Know? When Alabama Birding Trails released the list of Eight Places You Shouldn’t Miss in East Alabama last month, the Lake Martin area nabbed three of the top spots. The best places for recreation and bird watching around the lake include the following: Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association (CRATA) took the number two spot, and editors cited good hiking with lots of views of Lake Martin and outstanding opportunities to watch soaring eagles. CRATA's footpath-only trails on the banks Wind Creek State Park was of Lake Martin are ideal for eagle watching number three on the list due to the easy access to public lands on the lake with lots of camping and water activities and the great location for seeing a variety of birds. Horseshoe Bend National Military Park just north of Lake Martin on the Tallapoosa River was number four. This park, which commemorates the battle in 1814 between Colonel Andrew Jackson and the Creek Indian nation, offers varied habitats for the observation of waterfowl, raptors and songbirds. Also on the list, Elmore County’s Fort Toulouse-Jackson Historic Park, at the fork of the Coosa and Tallapoosa rivers, is another great venue for bird life observation.
Weather Outlook for July at Lake Martin July 2017 Forecast
Historically, the Lake Martin area experiences average high temperatures in the low 90s with average lows in the high 60s and 5 inches of precipitation in the month of July. The National Weather Service has predicted that temperatures will be above normal and rainfall will be normal this month.
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Precipitation: 35.09 inches Avg. high temp.: 70.0 Avg. low temp.: 45.1 Average temp.: 57.5
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Lake Levels During the Last month Summer: 491 MSL Winter: 481 MSL Highest: 490.69 Lowest: 490.49 Lake elevations are subject to change. Individuals who recreate below Martin Dam and those with boats and water-related equipment on the lake should always stay alert to changing conditions. For up-to-date lake levels, log on to https://lakes.alabamapower.com.
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June 26-July 9 Country Living Home Tour
July 4 Russell Marine Fourth of July Boat Parade
Russell Lands’ Longleaf cabin, the 2017 Country Living Decorate your boat and join the patriotic crowd at Kowaliga magazine Lake House of the Year, will be open for tours from Marina as boats of all sizes, shapes and decoration will parade 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tour tickets are $15, and proceeds benfrom Kowaliga Marina to Children’s Harbor, circling just efit Children’s Harbor on Lake Martin, a camp for seriously past the lighthouse before making the return trip to Kowaliga ill children and their families. The 2,897-square foot home, Marina. Spectators line the shoreline along the parade route to designed by Nashville architect applaud their favorite boats and Jonathan Torode and located at contestants. Registered boats will CALENDAR OF EVENTS 321 Paddock Point at The Ridge, vie for top honors in the Largest is the first home to be awarded Flag, Tallest Flag, Most Patriotic WHAT’S HAPPENING ON LAKE MARTIN the Country Living and Most Creative distinction. contests. For inforMoon Taxi will headline the mation or registraSun Festival concert tion, call 334-857July 1 on July 22 2111.
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July 4 Fourth of July Blast
Alabama Avenue will kick off the holiday weekend at 8 p.m. with song and dance under the stars at Chuck’s Marina on Lake Martin’s Blue Creek. Bring the family by boat or car!
July 1 Arti Gras
The Fourth of July weekend at Lake Martin includes an art market showcasing local and regional artisans at Russell Crossroads. Everything from handmade pottery, reclaimed wood decor, watercolor and oil paintings, candles, photography, handmade jewelry to soaps, jams, jellies and more will be on display and for sale on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
July 1 Annual Hackneyville Fireworks Bash
Hosted by the Hackneyville Volunteer Fire Department to raise money, a fireworks display will be held at the Hackneyville baseball field. There will be live music, food and beverages and a raffle. This event is quickly becoming one of the go-to July 4th events.
July 2 Sunday Night Supper
Call 256-215-7080 to reserve space at a table for this special one-seating dinner service at SpringHouse Restaurant. Scott Burlingame will mix up a tasty seasonal cocktail mingling at 6 p.m., and Front of House Manager and Sommelier Daniel Goslin will plan a small selection of wines for dinner at 6:30 p.m. The dinner menu will include shareable dishes that have been hand-selected by Chef Rob. Cost is $40++ per person (does not include alcohol) and $15++ for children under 12.
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Find a spot on the soft grass at The AMP for this annual concert and the Southeast’s Largest Fireworks Show over Lake Martin. Gates open at 5 p.m. The Bank Walkers will take the stage at 6:30 p.m., and Sweet Tea Trio will play at 8 p.m. The fireworks start at 9 p.m. For information, call 256-397-1019.
July 5-Aug. 1 Artists Association of Central Alabama
The Sylacauga Museum features a month-long AACA membership exhibit with a reception July 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with food and live music and a “paint around” demonstration at 7 p.m. A painting auction will benefit the museum.
July 10-11 Throw Away Day
Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership and the Tallapoosa County Commission have teamed up to place dumpsters at five locations for free use by residents. Large household items can be deposited in the dumpsters at the Courthouse Annex in Alexander City, Doubles Bridges on State Route 63, Jacksons Gap, Camp Hill Town Hall and Stillwaters. For details, contact Sabrina Wood at sabrinawood@live.com.
July 14 Sun Festival Kick-off at Friday on the Green
Russell Lands On Lake Martin will kick off the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce Sun Festival with a special Friday
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on the Green. The Jonathan Bloom band will play at Russell Crossroads, so bring family, friends, cooler, picnic and your pup on a leash. The fun starts at 6:30 p.m.
July 14-23 Our Town
Alexander City Theatre II (ACT II) will present Thornton Wilder's class play, Our Town, at The Arbor on Green Street at 7 p.m. on July 14, 15 and 20 and at 2 p.m. on July 22 and 23. Tickets are $15 and are available at selected local downtown merchants, from ACT II board members or purchase tickets online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2988728.
July 21 Sun Festival Battle of the Bands
Russell Lands On Lake Martin will sponsor this annual favorite event at Sun Festival. Get ready for a fun night with family and friends at Strand Park in Alexander City, listening to bands as they compete for the prize – the opening spot on stage for headliner Moon Taxi on Saturday night.
July 21-23 Couples Retreat at New Water
Aug. 19 Alabama Avenue at Chuck’s
Alabama Avenue will spend the night at Chuck’s Marina on Lake Martin to end the summer with singing and dancing. Music starts at 8 p.m.
Season-Long Events PATH Garden Harvest
Every Thursday at 8:30 a.m., volunteers and Lake Martin Area Boys and Girls Club members harvest vegetables at the PATH Community Garden on Green Street next to the Jacob’s Ladder playground. The harvest is donated to the Salvation Army for distribution. As the harvest increases, more helping hands are needed and welcome! For information, email Kim Fraher at kimfraher@yahoo.com.
Library Storytime in Dadeville
Storytime for children ages 5 and younger is held at the Dadeville Public Library every Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Tom and JoAnn Doyle will lead a retreat for married and engaged couples at New Water in Dadeville. Cost is $300 per couple. Lodging is available at Creekside Lodge, or tent camping and bunk rooms are available on site at no charge. For information, visit newwater.com or email Micah Simpson at micah@newwater.com.
July 22 Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run
The 14th Annual Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run will benefit local charities as players begin at The Ridge Marina and travel to River North, Harbor Point, Real Island and Kowaliga marinas to collect the best hand of cards. Prizes for the winning hands and best costumes will be awarded at the after-party at Kowaliga Restaurant. For information and to register, call 256-212-1416 or visit russellmarine.net.
July 22 Moon Taxi Sun Festival Concert
American indie-progressive rock band Moon Taxi will headline the Fifth Annual Sun Festival concert at Strand Park in downtown Alexander City. Gates will open at 6 p.m. with the concert beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.alexandercitychamber.com or at the Chamber of Commerce office. Visit www.alexandercitychamber.com for more information and the complete schedule of Sun Festival events.
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been hand-selected by Chef Rob. Cost is $40++ per person (does not include alcohol) and $15++ for children under 12.
Call 256-215-7080 to reserve space at a table for this special one-seating dinner service at SpringHouse Restaurant. Scott Burlingame will mix up a tasty seasonal cocktail mingling at 6 p.m., and Front of House Manager and Sommelier Daniel Goslin will plan a small selection of wines for dinner at 6:30 p.m. The dinner menu will include shareable dishes that have
Children’s Library in Alexander City
Mamie’s Place Children’s Library holds themed storytime every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and offers kid-friendly movies on the first Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.
Electronics Recycling
The City of Alexander City Public Works Department hosts an electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. Items accepted include computers, computer mouse, keyboards, modems or routers, CD and DVD players, power supplies, PC mix systems, home or cell phones, printers or copiers, mainframe servers, audio/ video adapters, laptop chargers, cable boxes, nickel cadmium or lithium ion batteries and flat screen monitors and televisions. CRT monitors and televisions are no longer accepted. For more information, call the Alexander City Public Works Department at 256-409-2020.
$20 on the 20th
The Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce is asking our community to “Spend $20 on the 20th” of each month to help our local economy.
Children’s Harbor Treasures and Thrift Store
Located on Highway 63 just south of Lake Martin Amphitheater, the Children’s Harbor Thrift Store opens Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You never know what you might find – from clothes and household items to boats. Proceeds fund Children’s Harbor and the Family Center at Children’s Hospital. Call 334-857-2008 for information.
Real Island Supper
The Real Island community hosts a covered dish supper every third Friday of the month at the Real Island Volunteer
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Fire Department and Community Room, 1495 Real Island Rd., Equality. Admission is $3 per adult; bring a covered dish. Call ahead to find out if costumes or certain foods are in order. Contact Dianne Perrett at 256-329-8724.
Amateur Radio Club
The Lake Martin Area Amateur Radio Club meets the second Thursday of every month at the Alexander City Church of Christ with dinner and fellowship following at a local area restaurant. Contact Club President Tim Mayfield at 256-329-1172 or Secretary John Philips at 256-212-4063.
Equality Performing Arts
The Equality Performing Arts Center hosts events on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at 6:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 9 in Equality. Country/Western, bluegrass, Southern gospel and instrumental music featured. For more information, contact Wayne Glenn at 334-541-3302.
Strand Sessions
The Lake Martin Young Professionals are hosting live music at Strand Park the
first Thursday of each month through August from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring chairs and coolers.
Yoga on the Green
Discover your inner being with free yoga at the Town Green at Russell Crossroads at 7 a.m. Saturday mornings through Oct. 1. Great for beginners and experienced; just bring a mat and water bottle.
Friday on the Green
Wind down the busy work week at the Town Green at Russell Crossroads with live music, lawn games and time with family and friends. Bring coolers, blankets, chairs, kids and pets from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. every Friday through Sept. 15, except July 21 (Sun Festival Battle of the Bands).
Catherine’s Market Wine Tastings
Come by Catherine’s Market for wine tastings from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays through Sept. 15. It’s $5 to sample a variety of wines; and then, apply that $5 to your purchase of a wine bottle of your favorite from the night’s sampling.
The Crossroads Community Garden Club members will be up early cooking pancakes for all to enjoy at the Artists Cabin at Russell Crossroads. Help out the garden club and feed the family. Visit www.RussellCrossroads.com for details.
Live Music Sundays at Kowaliga
On the second and fourth Sundays in July and the first and third Sundays of August come enjoy live acoustic music on the deck of Kowaliga Restaurant from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Kowaliga will serve a full menu all day on Wednesdays through Sundays at the lake this summer.
First Sundays Crawfish
One of the best things about summer at Lake Martin is the tradition of the crawfish boil, and on the first Sunday of every month, Kowaliga Restaurant’s Chef Ban will be boiling this Southern favorite, along with all the usual fixin’s, in addition to the regular menu. The crawfish will be available only on the first Sunday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information, call 256-215-7035.
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Blue Creek Marina will host free clinics on Mondays this summer to teach driving and docking a boat. Registration is required, and clinics run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Snacks and bottled water are provided. Bring your own lunch. Space is limited, so call Jennifer or Nicole at 256-825-8888 to reserve your spot. Pontoon clinics will be held July 10, Aug. 7 and Sept. 11; towboat clinics are scheduled for July 17, Aug. 14 and Sept. 18; and sterndrive clinic dates are July 24, Aug. 21 and Sept. 25.
MainStreet Farmers Market
Every Saturday through October, this event will offer fresh-picked local produce, along with homemade goods such as jams, soaps and honey. There will be roughly 20 vendors each week from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., located on Lee St. in Alexander City, next to the First Baptist Church Family Life Center.
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Lake Martin News Bassmaster Elite Tournament Set The city council for Alexander City last month approved funding for a Bassmaster Elite Series Tournament set for February 2018 on Lake Martin. The tournament is expected to draw more than 5,000 people to the area, including ESPN television crews, tournament officials, professional anglers and their sponsors and families and spectators. Economic impact from the tournament is expected to be between $1 million and $3.6 million, said Alexander City Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ed Collari. ~ Staff Report
Martin either and booked their stay at Wind Creek weeks before arriving. However, the new reservation system did present a slight challenge. “We like to be water front,” Gene Hutto said. “Three weeks ago when we were here we pulled up what was available, and this was as close to the water as we could get.” The Huttos have three campsites for themselves and their children to share the weekend. The reservation system worked for them to get three sites together, and they offered a bit of advice that they have used when reserving at other parks. “You just have to get used to it and plan ahead,” said Teresa Hutto. To book a stay at Wind Creek State Park, go to alapark.com/online-reservations. ~ Cliff Williams
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Online Reservations a Hit at Park Everything is easier these days when done online, and Alabama State Parks seem to be picking up on the trend. Wind Creek State Park has been booked pretty solid for many summer weekends, and campers are adjusting to the new online reservation system. It has been a hit for those who frequent the park and in some cases saving campers money. “Before the system, we would have had to bring our camper down last weekend and paid for two weeks,” said Jason Ingram of Wilsonville. “So this saves us money.” Ingram and clan wasted no time in making other reservations too. “We got reservations early enough,” Ingram said. “We knew it was coming. We booked spring break, Memorial Day and Labor Day at the same time in December. It is different. It makes you commit early.” The Huttos of Eastaboga are no strangers to Lake 22 LAKE
Bears are on the move around Alabama, and there have been an increased number of sightings. During these summer months, most travel in search of mates or to find a new home, but they are most likely just passing through. However, if there is an accessible food source, they may linger longer than normal. Therefore, if a bear finds garbage, pet food, bird feeders or other household waste, they are more likely to make return visits. If one is sighted in your area, remain calm and do not approach it. This can also be avoided by purchasing bear-proof trash cans or keeping trash in a storage or garage area. Once there is no longer food available, the animal will continue to a new location. Report any bear sighting online at game.dcnr.alabama. gov/BlackBear. If a bear becomes a nuisance, contact your local Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries District Office. ~ Staff Report
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New Marine Officers on the Lake More marine police can be expected on Lake Martin this fall, and plans are in the works to curtail violations developing at Big Beach, the commander of Alabama’s marine police told an overflow crowd last month at the Lake Martin Resource Association (LMRA) annual meeting. “We’ve been promised 30 new officers later this year. I hope to get 20,” Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Marine Police Commander Jon Archer told the standing-room-only crowd at Children’s Harbor’s Harbor House. “I plan to put five of them on Lake Martin.” Archer said he hopes to have the officers hired by this fall and trained in time for next summer’s season on the lake. “I hope this is the last summer that we are shorthanded on Lake Martin,” Archer said. Archer also told the LMRA membership that he is coordinating an activity cleanup in Lake Martin’s Big Beach area near Young’s and Woods islands. “We know there were several violations over that way on Memorial Day weekend – some underage drinking and boating under the influence. There were some fights that broke out, and we just want to tell you all that we are coming. I won’t say when – and I might only have four guys – but we’re coming,” he said. Memorial Day saw the boats parked three deep at Big Beach, and LMRA President John Thompson said the entire area was heavily littered after the holiday weekend. “There were some folks who went in there and cleaned it up. We’re not even sure who did the cleanup, but we’re grateful that they took that on themselves to do it,” Thompson said. In addition to Archer, LMRA hosted Russell Lands Head of Security Mack Daugherty, LMRA Legal Officer Steve Forehand and Alabama Power Company’s Hydro Services Manager Jim Crew at the meeting. Daugherty noted that last winter’s burglary rate around the lake was substantially lower than in years past, due to the cooperation of law enforcement and the precautions taken by part time owners. Forehand updated members on the status of the Water Wars with Georgia, explaining that the procedural case is now in the briefing phase with a ruling expected this fall. Crew reiterated that the success of the recent effort to raise Lake Martin’s winter pool level was due in great part to the grassroots participation of the lake’s homeowners and business owners. Utility companies across the country have contacted him for help in creating similar models, Crew said. The licensing process has begun for Lake Harris, he added, with the first public meeting scheduled for October. As Lake Harris is the next lake immediately upstream of Lake Martin on the Tallapoosa River, licensing decisions at Harris will affect Lake Martin. ~ Betsy Iler JULY 2017
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ake Martin begins just downstream of Irwin Shoals on the Tallapoosa River. Upstream of this picturesque arrangement of rocks, the water is generally too shallow and obstructed for lake-going vessels. Adventures north of this boulder-strewn flat are reserved for kayaks or the occasional fishing skiff. Irwin Shoals is best known for its early summer show of the rare Cahaba lily, a white open-trumpet-shaped blossom with long, spikey petals behind the trumpet bell. The rocky shoals and swift-moving water create an ideal habitat for the spectacular water lilies. This section above Lake Martin is very scenic with rocky hillsides and very little development. When the release of water from Harris Dam upriver slows, the flat rocky shoals offer a number of pretty picnic spots and sunning rocks, especially for turtles. In addition, the area is popular for eagles, songbirds and other wildlife. Fishing below Irwin Shoals is excellent in mid-spring, especially for white bass and stripers. This bar across the river has an elevation of 149 meters and GPS coordinates of 32.96262 and -85.80552. It’s a lovely, scenic spot away from the thrill of Chimney Rock and the noise of Big Beach.
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Man of the earth likes dry, sandy soils
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an of the earth, morning glory, big-root morningglory, Indian potato, wild potato vine, wild sweet potato, wild rhubarb and manroot are all names for the same beautiful flowering vine that twists up the branches and twigs of shrubs and small trees to get its flowers up off the forest floor and into the sunlight. The vine, a perennial native in southern and eastern North America, is often found in newly disturbed ground, along highways, fencerows, forests bordering fields and prairies, as well as alongside agricultural fields, in thickets and along creeks. Man of the earth prefers moist to slightly dry, sandy soils. The scientific name for this vine is Impomoea pandurata, which means “resembling a worm” – a reference to the twisting, climbing vine – and “fiddlelike,” which refers to its leaf shape. It is a twining or trailing vine that is smooth or covered with very fine, soft, short hairs. The vines’ stems are often purple colored and climb dextrally, or with a right-handed twist. Its leaves are green, roughly heartshaped or oval and often cupped. They are about as wide as they are long and range up to 3 inches. The large white blossoms with purple, lavender or ruby throats open in the morning and close later in the day, hence the common name morning glory (a name used for scores of different species). On cloudy days, the flowers sometimes remain open much longer. The short-lived flowers are produced on stalks in clusters of one to five, and each flower can grow up to 3-4 inches wide. Blooms are found from May to September around Lake Martin. After flowering, the plant produces capsules that contain two to four flat, hairy seeds. Underground is a huge storage root or tuber, shaped like a tapered sweet potato. Each taproot produces four JULY 2017
to eight shoots. The storage root can grow up to 30 inches long and weigh up to 40 pounds. It is found deep in the ground, straight down from where the vine emerges from the earth. This starchy root is edible and was used by Native Americans as a food source. It is said to taste something like a somewhat bitter sweet potato. The taproot gets more bitter as it gets older, so smaller roots are preferred for the table. However, fresh roots have been used as a diuretic, a laxative and an expectorant … so if you try to eat one, it’s best to make sure it is well cooked by cutting it into cubes and boiling; then boiling again in fresh water; and then, roasting the cubes. Also, there are several other morning glories that have a similar look, and some are not edible, so carefully identify the plant before chowing down. The root has also been used to make a poultice that can be used to treat sore, Leaves are heart-shaped aching joints. The seeds and often cupped of this plant are poisonous if ingested. Man of the earth attracts a number of insects, including honeybees, native bumble bees and digger bees, as well as butterflies, moths and beetles. Because the foliage is somewhat toxic and bitter tasting, it is usually not eaten by mammals, such as deer or goats. Gardeners – especially those interested in native species – sometimes plant man of the earth seeds along fencerows to enjoy its white, purplethroated flowers all summer long. Man of the earth seeds can be gathered in the wild and are also available from some rare seed vendors. Some information for this article came from Eat the Weeds; emergencyoutdoors.com; Climbers, a project of Robyn J. Burnham at the University of Michigan; uswildflowers. com; Wildflowers of Alabama; and Wikipedia.org.
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Painting Kowaliga Bridge
Chain link netting and tarps will line the undercarriage of Kowaliga Bridge for close to a year as the painting maintenance project continues
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ane closings and delays on Lake Martin’s Kowaliga Bridge may look purposeless as traffic crosses, but that’s only because the work is being done under the bridge and not on top of it. Seminole Equipment, Inc., of Tarpon Springs, Florida, is painting the bridge’s undercarriage as part of the regular maintenance schedule. At 2,307 feet long, the bridge is designed with a twogirder and floor beam system consisting of 12 main steel spans and a concrete, cast-in-place deck. Owned by the Alabama State Highway Agency, the bridge’s deck is easily accessible for routine maintenance and repairs, but protecting the underside from corrosion requires specialty equipment and skills. Those are provided by an 8-9-man crew from the Florida company that started work on the project in early May. The crew ran a cable system on each side of the bridge and tied a netting system of chain link sections across the span. As their work progresses along the length of the bridge, they hang tarps on the sides and on the chain link floor of each section to prevent debris from falling into the lake and to prevent overspray during the paint application. The enclosure will remain in place and secured even when crews are not working, said Alabama Department of Transportation Public Information Officer Brantley Kirk. “The bridge is prepped and painted in total containment to catch and collect all residue to protect the water quality of the lake,” Kirk explained. The first step in the process is blast cleaning with metal shavings, which will remove the old paint down to the white metal, Kirk said. After sandblasting, the bridge will be primed with a zinc-based product and an intermediate coat will be applied; and then, the finish coat using about 4,000 gallons of green paint. “Green is the color for Alabama,” said a foreman on the bridge job. The crew accesses the underside of the bridge with a platform that is hung on cables. A ladder, including stabilizers, is unfolded from the bed of a specially equipped
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truck, and crewmembers go over the bridge’s concrete rails and down the ladder cage to the platform to perform their work on the 42-year-old bridge that carries State Route 63 over Big Kowaliga Creek near Children’s Harbor. The crew is likely to be on the site for about a year. The contract stipulates 175 working days, but Kirk noted that does not mean it is a six-month project. “That’s 175 working days, meaning actual days when the crews can work. Right now, it seems like the rain is nonstop, so there are fewer than 30 working days in a month,” she said. Wind, rain and, during the paint application process, temperature can affect the number of days when crews can actually work on the bridge site. The Greek work crew is based in Florida but stays in an Alexander City motel suite on a rotation basis, working several weeks in a row before taking a few days off to spend at home with family. The townspeople have been friendly and welcoming, they said, and they like the quiet, easy pace of life here. They also like the easy pace of the Kowaliga Bridge work, they The beauty of this Lake Martin said, as landmark will be restored when many of the painting project is finished the projects on which they work do not have the ready access or open conditions of the Lake Martin project. Alabama’s bridges are routinely painted every 30 to 50 years, Kirk said, and this is the first time the Kowaliga Bridge has been painted since its construction in 1975. The painting contract for the project is some $1.5 million, but total cost is estimated at more than $2.3 million, including signs and safety precautions at the bridge, as well as Alabama Department of Transportation inspectors and other personnel on the site. Flaggers will be present during lane closures on the bridge, and closures will be limited to Monday through Thursday, Kirk said. But crews can be expected to be working under the bridge even when lanes are not closed and throughout the weekends, so be prepared to slow down, proceed with caution and wait your turn to cross throughout the duration of the maintenance project.
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Brittany Hölljes brought vocals reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks to the downtown stage when Delta Rae headlined the Friday night concert; Clockwise from right: A record crowd of more than 4,000 turned out to enjoy the perfect weather and great music; chains added the unique sound of Friday's Delta Rae performance; Randall Bramblett was the second act at the 27th Annual Jazz Fest concert series at Strand Park Friday night
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Clockwise from left: The Stooges Brass Band played multiple percussion sets, including bongos; shadowood opened Saturday night's concert at The AMP; The Sofia Goodman Group opened this year’s Jazz Fest at Strand Park; Children roll down the grassy hillside at Lake Martin Amphitheater during shadowood’s concert opener Saturday; The Stooges of New Orleans belted out a beat mid-stage on Saturday night; Closer Paul Thorn was a big draw for the 27th Annual Jazz Fest concert series; North Carolina’s Delta Rae, made up of three siblings and their friends, wowed the crowd Friday.
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Ethan Hagood nails a putt in the final round of the junior championship at Willow Point
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Scenic Drives Birmingham youth wins SGA at Willow Point STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI & PHOTOS BY CLIFF WILLIAMS, AMY PASSARETTI
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or three days in June, Lake Martin’s Willow Point Golf & Country Club became a melting pot of young athletes hailing from seven countries and 18 U.S. states, and the result was a competition of great skills, cultural interaction and beautiful scenery. The Southern Golf Association’s (SGA) 45th Annual Junior Championship is a 54-hole stroke play tournament open to male amateur golfers ages 14 to 18. Each player must have a USGA handicap index of 12.4 or less. Willow Point Golf Pro Matt Sheppard said he sought out the opportunity to be a host site for this tournament a few years back, and the site selection committee approved his request for 2018; however, another course had to withdraw, putting the Lake Martin course in the position to play host a year early. The rotating tournament had not been held in Alabama since 1992. “We would love to do it again, if not something larger. I don’t know exact numbers, but I guarantee about 80 percent of the field had never been here. Exposing Lake Martin and this area and the golf course to that number of people is great,” said Sheppard. The host provided more than 40 volunteers to help with scoring and pace of play reporting throughout
each day. Sheppard said the country club is fully employed for the summer anyway, so aside from the extra helping hands, the event didn’t put a strain on the staff. After the first two rounds of play, the final cut was at a plus-4 score, and 67 players vied for the winning title in the final round. Ethan Hagood of Birmingham, Alabama, finished in first place with nonlocal, Kyle Cox of Carrollton, Texas, finishing as a close second during a three-hole aggregate. “It’s been a good year, and I hope to keep it up. My driver’s been in a good spot all summer, so I want to keep it going and continue to play well,” said Hagood, who is undefeated in the tournaments he has played this season. The overwhelming opinion of both locals and first-timers to Alabama was that Willow Point was one of the most scenic, well kept courses they had ever played, and those new to the lake were utterly impressed with its beauty and immensity. “When walking from the tee to the ball and looking around, the view is just so nice. I am so impressed by how clear the water is. It looks like a good place to jump in and have fun,” said Natheethorn Teacharuangchit, a native of Bangkok, Thailand, who played through the first two days of the tournament.
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Flags from around the world lined the practice field on the first day players arrived
Many international players had the opportunity to stay with local host families on the lake and take advantage of all the area has to offer. Sheppard said it also was a great opportunity for those families to experience a different culture and what it takes to travel around the world to play golf. Other families and players stayed at the country club’s 44 villa rooms that were booked up for the duration of the event or in other local hotels. “We had more than 340 vehicles Monday through Thursday every day. That’s a lot of folks coming in. The welcoming atmosphere that our staff and club provided for families was phenomenal,” said Sheppard. With 45 Alabama residents participating, six Willow Point members and a handful of other athletes with ties to Lake Martin, these locals had the home field knowledge of the course layout and tricks to help them effectively strategize their shots. “This is the best course compared to most that junior tour-
naments are played on. It’s never in bad shape,” said Wilson Andress, of Macon, Georgia, who also is a Willow Point member. Sheppard said the course was pretty much the same as it always is, except the grass was mowed after each round to ensure the players had the best experience, and he heard nothing but positive feedback and appreciative compliments. “Our golf course is worthy of championship competition,” said Sheppard. “Historically, this has been more of a regional event. In years past, we’ve really limited ourselves to state events, so we’re trying to branch out and get more people to the Lake Martin region.” The exposure of Willow Point and the Lake Martin area increase the chances of hosting even bigger events in the future, said Sheppard.
The course was filled with 168 youth golfers, along with many family and friend spectators
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Winner Ethan Hagood hits his tee shot on Hole 18
Golfers faced many water obstacles since Lake Martin borders the course
Ethan Hagood focuses on his putt during the three-hole aggregate round
Willow Point Golf & Country Club hosted the SGA 45th Annual Junior Championship
Johnny Bai of China sank a hole-in-one on the par-4 No. 5 during the final round
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How does Willow Dong Jin Park, 17, from Seoul, South Korea When Park was younger, he used to join his father at the driving range, which is what ignited his desire to play golf. Also, Tiger Woods inspired him to want to play and is part of the reason he started, he said. “My friend played well in this last year, and I want to do the same thing,” said Park, who has been playing for nearly seven years and is impressed by Willow Point's course. He is hoping to go fishing and get on the lake before heading back home to South Korea and said it is probably the biggest lake he has ever seen.
Wilson Andress, 17, from Macon, Georgia Though Wilson Andress has been coming to Lake Martin to visit his grandparents at their house at The Ridge since he was born, he’s only been a member of Willow Point Country Club for the last two months. Even that short amount of time was an advantage in the tournament, he said, as he played knowing where it was easiest to miss a shot, the trick of how the greens run and other nuances of the local course. “The greens for this tournament were pure, like always. They’re rolling the same way. This course is never in bad shape,” said Andress. Since he could walk, Andress has been playing golf with his father, who was an avid golfer, but he’s been actively competing for the last five years.
Keegan Vaugh, 15, from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Vaugh’s been playing golf for nearly five years, but this is his first time in Alabama, and the heat is more intense than his hometown, he said. “When I moved is when I started picking up the game because South Carolina is the golf capital of the world,” said Vaugh. He also said the greens are similar to courses back home, but Willow Point was in really great shape for the tournament.
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Point stack up? Sebastian Pineres, 18, from Sherman, Texas Pineres has been playing golf for about six years and said he has never seen a course as nice or unique as Willow Point Golf Course. “The scenery is just different – different trees, a different set up. And we never see pine straw in Texas,” said Pineres. Being a first-timer to Alabama, he was looking forward to a tough week, but a fun one.
Connor Reid, 17, from Opelika Even though he may be biased being local, Connor Reid has played other courses around the country and still considers Willow Point to be one of his favorites. Reid and his family are from Opelika, Alabama, but they have a house on the lake near Pleasure Point. The course being on the lake reminds him how relaxing the scenery is. “As you play, you see people on boats and tubing. It’s perfect,” said Reid, who has been playing golf for about five years. Having played Willow Point quite a bit before the tournament, he felt the advantage was in his favor starting out compared to those who had never been here before.
Natheethorn Teacharuangchit, 17, and Sutthinun Sisuntites, 18, from Bangkok, Thailand Teacharuangchit and Sisuntites were excited to be at the tournament and were extremely impressed with Willow Point’s course and details, along with the scenery. They said the greens were more firm and quick; the sand more white and fine, which made it more fun to play; and the fairway was more wide open. Both athletes attributed their passion for the sport growing up watching their fathers or close family members play and wanted to mimic that. “I just tried it one day and hit the ball for the first time and really enjoyed it,” said Sisuntites. The Thailand natives were guests of Lake host family Tom and Beth Lambert and looked forward to boat rides after the competition. JULY 2017
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hris and Phil Ramsey enjoy accommodating their family and many friends in their 6,800-square-foot Parker Creek home on Lake Martin with its views of the lake from both sides, a beachfront, a boat house and the ultimate hang out spot: an English Pub, complete with collectibles from Chris’ hometown in England. The Ramseys first heard about Lake Martin when they purchased a second-hand Sea Ray. Without lake access at their fulltime Birmingham residence, they spent two years testing out various bodies of water, but the final decision was easy to make. They quickly fell in love with Lake Martin and were surprised by how clean and peaceful it was. “In 2004, Phil started looking at houses here. We just love this area because of its fairly calm and deep water,” said Chris Ramsey, who is originally from Fleet, Hampshire, but met Phil in Germany.
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Their first home at Lake Martin, a small cabin, was located down the street. They purchased their current lot and built a small two-bedroom, one-bath cabin, which they rented out to another Birmingham family for eight years. After donating the second cabin to the volunteer fire department for practice, the Ramseys had TCC General Contractors build the five-bedroom, seven-bathroom house designed by architect Adams Gerndt Design Group and furnished by Defining Home. The exterior The Ramseys’ yard features a trellis resembles most with a swing, a fire pit, a boat house lake homes with and extensive water frontage its natural coloring, wooden shingle siding, stone accents and steep metal roof. The unique elements are the copper gutters and lighter wood corbels that add a decorative accent. With oak floors throughout the entire home and a neutral palette chosen with the help of interior designer Lisa Freeman, the main level is open and
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The second-floor balcony overlooks the great room with a long farmhouse table and lots of natural light
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The master suite is the Ramseys’ favorite room and features lake views on two sides
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The house includes a full English pub portraying England-themed décor and collectibles
The screened-in porch comprises Brazilian Ipe flooring and fossil stone end tables
Ramsey's favorite piece of art, which hangs on the wall near the kitchen
The lower level features a built-in wooden bar with a copper sink and brass light fixtures
The house features a full exercise room, which includes a cedar sauna
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An original piece of artwork created by Ramsey using copper wiring and epoxy
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The living room features a stone fireplace and moderate rustic detailing
expansive. The placement of furniture divides the large room into several seating sections to accommodate various activities, including jigsaw puzzles, playing games, watching football and cozying up to the stacked stone wood-burning fireplace. The room is comfortable and airy, with 24-foot flat ceilings and a second-floor balcony that overlooks the great room. The large chandelier is the focal point of the room and hangs above a solid wood farmhouse table, which accommodates up to 10 people. The half bath on this floor reminds one of a tree house with its wood-textured wallpaper and metal countertop. The remainder of the bathrooms throughout the house feature hexagonal, marble tile flooring and Calcutta Gold marble countertops, and maintain the neutral-colored theme. Three 8-foot double doors in the open living room are inset with glass to the floor and decorative grilles. They have a row of transom windows above for extra lighting and views of the lake from the second floor. These lead to an open porch with stone floors, wire rails and Summer Classic furniture. The stacked stone porch is covered in the front by espalier apple trees that grow horizontally. The yard includes a trellis arbor with a swing seat surrounded by rose bushes, a fire pit and a beach area, where Ramsey enjoys reading a good book on the lounge chairs. To reduce sand runoff here, the couple built both a seawall and a ground gutter to
This elegant glass chandelier hangs over the tub in the master bathroom
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direct rainfall away, but they left a small open area where they can wade into the water. As avid bird lovers, the Ramseys have a martin house a few feet from the shoreline with four holes on each side so eight pairs can nest and feed on nearby bugs. They also keep a number of hummingbird feeders and matching bird décor by the interior corner window of the kitchen where bird watching often happens. “One of my favorite things to do is sit with a cup of tea and watch the hummingbirds,” said Ramsey. With leathered black pearl granite countertops and a wall of tile backsplash behind the double oven, the graytoned kitchen is home to traditional cabinetry, a large 8-foot by 4-foot white quartzite island, appliances that blend in and a kitchen table featuring a built-in bench. Located off this area, pocket doors lead to the screenedin porch with Brazilian Ipe floors, round columns of wood the size of tree trunks, fossil stone end tables and the favored Big Green Egg. On most summer days, the Ramseys enjoy leaving these doors open to allow the fresh lake air to waft through the house. Ramsey said the plan was to lay out the house in two figurative sections: a quiet sanctuary of bedrooms with a relaxing porch area on one end; and an active side, with the pub, boat house, beach and screened-in porch.
Vintage WWI posters from Phil's parents hang on the walls in the pub
The kitchen features leather black pearl granite countertops and a white quartzite island
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The 6,800-square foot home creates the perfect family gathering spot for the Ramseys
“You can retire to the quiet, or you can be part of the party, too,” said Ramsey. “This is also the reason we placed the boat house where we did.” The all wood, two-tiered deck is home to the couple’s SeaDoos, pontoon boat, Sea Ray and rowing scull. The upper deck offers rest and relaxation in any number of lounge chairs with television viewing and is partially roofed, so there are areas for both shade and sunbathing. “The front gate opens up, so a lot of people like to jump right into the 15-foot water off the top deck,” said Ramsey. Coming in from the lake, there is a bathroom available downstairs with a shower, beach towels and even a swimsuit spinner for drying off. This level also features the couple’s very own English pub containing a built-in wooden bar with cabinets and copper sink, a counter with four barstools and a kegerator with a tap handle reading “Ramsey’s Pub est. 2014,” a gift from their son Michael. As a full working bar, this area includes a microwave, oven, dishwasher, icemaker and refrigerator and freezer. Being the favored spot for entertaining, the England-themed room invites guests to shoot billiards, throw darts, watch TV or project movies on the wall, play ping pong or ponder a game of chess on a board that used to belong to Phil’s grandparents. The walls are covered with vintage WWII posters that were found in Phil’s parents’ attic, and there is 60 LAKE
a sound system that broadcasts music throughout the entire house. The space features brass light fixtures complementary to its theme, and the décor is reminiscent to Ramsey, filled with collections she brings back from England when she visits about three times a year. Her souvenirs include horse brasses, Toby jugs, antique plates and delicate spoon and thimble collections. “I love collecting Royal memorabilia. I dig around little charity shops in England and find all sorts of interesting things,” said Ramsey, who also displays sentimental items, such as Phil’s grandmother’s marble collection, throughout the home. There is a wooden map of Lake Martin hanging near the front door, a gift from Ramsey to Phil when they moved into the home. Their house address is listed as a point on the map and the three-dimensional wood design depicts different depths of water. Ramsey also has crafted some of the artwork featured in their home, including an art piece created with copper wiring and epoxy, painted portraits of their dog, Emma, and a peaceful blue painting resembling the lake. “I saw a similar painting in a shop that I really liked, and I thought, ‘Well, I could do that myself!’” she said. One of the Ramseys’ favorite rooms is the master suite, which has windows and lake views on two sides, giving it a relaxing tone. One side opens to the
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stone porch and built-in infinity hot tub, where they enjoy stargazing at night. The master bathroom lends an elegant tone with a glass chandelier over the bathtub, electric blinds, heated floors and a shower with three heads, including a rain head. The suite also contains Phil’s office with another great view of the lake, one of Ramsey’s artwork pieces and photos of the Beechcraft Bonanza plane Phil owns and pilots. The upstairs is home to an exercise room, complete with yoga space, workout equipment, a steam room and a cedar sauna with a door trimmed in tile made to look like wood. This is one example of the tiny rustic detailing throughout the rooms, with the focus being on a more modern style.
On the upper level, there also are three guest rooms, two of which are bunkrooms to maximize space. One is a patriotic theme, with vintage Uncle Sam posters and American flag bed sets. The guest room has two double beds Espalier apple trees with fabric headgrow horizontally along boards featuring the stacked stone porch colorful owls, which Ramsey said would make a great nursery for grandchildren one day. With plenty of room for family, the Ramseys enjoy their home most when their children, Michael, Lizzy and James, and their spouses, Caroline and Evan, get the chance to visit. “We love getting together with family here, and being able to do that in this setting is amazing,” Ramsey said.
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Rounding the Buoys
Robert Bice, 13, is advised by Nate Smith as he completes the slalom course during June’s clinic
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Number one slalom skier in the world hosts clinic on the lake STORY BY AMY PASSARETTI & PHOTOS BY KENNETH BOONE
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A dozen local kids participated in the slalom clinic led by Smith who gave tips from the towing boat
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rowing up on a private manmade ski lake in Indianapolis, Indiana, it’s no wonder Nate Smith has been on water skis since he was 2 years old, competing by age 8 and just broke a world record at the 58th annual Masters Water Ski and Wakeboard Tournament held at Callaway Gardens in May, making him the number one slalom skier in the world. In order to be one of the select few international athletes to qualify to compete in the tournament, a skier must consistently place in points from events around the world. Smith won with a score of 3 at 43 feet off the boat and 36 miles per hour. Ryan Canepa of Sacramento, California, won the junior masters slalom with a score of 6 at 38 off and 36 miles per hour. “It takes winning a lot and having the best scores to keep that rank,” said Smith. “You have to give 100 percent every time. You have to always be on your game. If you slip up, you get beat.” This virtue, along with practical skill lessons, is what Smith was teaching children at Lake Martin’s Slalom Clinic in June just a few days after winning the Masters. About 11 children attended the clinic, and each received two chances on the ski course.
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Smith watched each skier and gave pointers and encouragement to help them to stay strong. Most importantly, he emphasized never taking the fun out of skiing. “I enjoy every moment. You have to have fun while you’re doing it; otherwise, it just becomes a chore,” said Smith. Although he doesn’t get to do as many clinics as he would like, due to his busy schedule, Smith said sharing his love for water skiing with others and seeing them improve is something important to him, which is evident with his patience and diligence when speaking to students. However, he does teach a few clinics each month when he can and typically gets about 20 kids per session. “Anyone can water ski. It just takes balance and awareness, paired with quick reflexes. It doesn’t come overnight; it takes time and practice. Hard work and determination are key,” said Smith, who competes in about 10 professional events a year and about 30 tournaments total. Smith said he owes his success to his ability to remain calm before a competition. Being able to put aside his nerves and just focus on the task in front of him is a vital part of his training. “Your head has to always be in the right place. You have to be mentally strong and can’t let anything bother you. Be confident,” said Smith. There are just 13 homes on the manmade ski lake where he grew up, and Smith said the conditions there are nearly always perfect based on the depth, length and slope of the shorelines. In comparison, Lake Martin has some really great conditions for the sport and is pretty well protected from the wind, but the shorelines being flatter can have some adverse affects, he said. However, this was his first time on the Treasured Lake, and he was very impressed. “I think Lake Martin is awesome. I’m a big fan of public water. It’s a lot of fun. I love to see people hanging out and enjoying time on the lake. I love that there’s a ski course here as well,” said Smith, who said he is already planning to return as soon as possible. Canepa, who has been skiing since he was 6 years old, agreed and said he doesn’t get to spend much time on big lakes, but the size can also make things difficult, as there is a lot more traffic on the water. “There’s definitely some great talent I’ve seen out here though. I saw a few kids who looked like they’d been skiing forever,” said Canepa. Both athletes said the secret to maintaining a strong affinity for the sport is to train almost every day, and both said there isn’t a lot of additional
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exercise that needs to be done. The sport is a workout in itself. The water sport culture has seen some changes but also remains steady in many ways. Canepa said it’s a small-knit community, so they see a lot of the same faces at competitions, which is a cool thing to be a part of. Also, he said technology has led to a lot of progression within the industry. “There’s new technology in boats and the design of skis and equipment. It’s advancing at a rapid rate; and therefore, scores are skyrocketing all over because it’s just better and making it easier for the athletes to raise their games,” said Canepa. Smith doesn’t feel too much has changed in his time skiing, but the trend of what’s the “in” sport to try has morphed over the years. “Skiing and slalom were big for a while, and then wake boarding came about. Now it’s wake surfing that’s popular. But I think we’re seeing a trend back toward skiing. Ski and boat sales are way up this year,” said Smith.
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Rockin’ the Fourth!
Sweet Tea Trio returns to The AMP for this year's July 4th show and fireworks
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earing up for Fourth of July on Lake Martin means the annual Southeast’s largest fireworks show accompanied by live music and good times with friends and family. This year marks the 17th annual July 4th concert and fireworks show hosted by Russell Lands at the Lake Martin Amphitheater (The AMP) and features the same bands that performed last year, since turnout was great and the performance was such a success. “This is really the best spot to watch the fireworks. The AMP is the place to be,” said Robert Gunn, Russell Lands Director of Events and Social Media. Gunn said the typical turnout at the AMP is between 2,500 and 3,500 people, with at least 10,000 more on boats in the water, according to past Marine Police reports. Gates to the AMP open at 5 p.m. so come early, grab the best seat on the grass and remember to bring chairs and coolers, but please leave pets at home, said Gunn. There also will be a vendor or two serving food. The entertainment will kick off at 6:30 p.m. when The Bank Walkers take the stage, a local band loved and featured at many lake events throughout the year. Following these favorites, Alabama-based Sweet Tea Trio will perform the National Anthem in three-part harmony, said Gunn, and headline at 8 p.m. until the fireworks begin at 9 p.m. After the 30-minute pyrotechnics display overhead, the group will continue rocking its set list for another hour. Sweet Tea Trio is a country group comprised of Victoria Camp, Savannah Coker and Kate Falcon, who met four years ago in Birmingham at an artist development program and have harmonized together ever since. They have recently released their first EP with two original songs and six written by top Nashville writers. Their band consists of musicians playing electric guitar, bass, drums, violin and mandolin who have all performed with top-named country stars. The band has shared a stage with Lonestar, Scotty McCreery, Drake White, Diamond Rio and JULY 2017
others, and it opened for Bon Jovi in Birmingham. The trio also was named Alabama’s Country Female Artist of the Year for 2016, and they have been nominated again for 2017. Gunn said there was overwhelmingly positive feedback to bring the Sweet Tea Trio band back this year, and he said the girls also felt it was the coolest event they had ever done. “They are ready to hit it big. They’ve gained some good recognition in Nashville,” said Gunn. Admission to the concert is $10, and tickets can be purchased at The Company Store at Russell Crossroads, Nail’s Convenience Store and the Russell Lands Corporate Office at Willow Point. Tickets also can be purchased online at the ampatlakemartin.com or its Facebook page. The fireworks show can be seen by boat or other areas of the lake as well. Therefore, with a good spot on either water or land, the highly anticipated fireworks can be viewed at no cost. Earlier in the day, boaters and spectators can enjoy the Russell Marine Fourth of July Boat Parade leaving from Kowaliga Marina. Vessels of various shape and size, along with their passengers, will be decorated in patriotic garb and décor to battle it out for one of many prizes. Spectators can line the shorelines along the route to Children’s Harbor and back to applaud and cheer on contestants. Weekend festivities also include a Saturday morning pancake breakfast at the Russell Crossroads’ Artists Cabin and the annual Arti Gras art show on the Town Green. The Hackneyville Volunteer Fire Department is also hosting its annual fireworks display July 1. To help raise money for its services, there will be a large celebration at the Hackneyville baseball field, along with live music, food and a raffle. In Alexander City, the annual Celebrate Freedom event will take place on the practice field at Benjamin Russell High School on Monday, July 3. Music will start at 6 p.m. with 7eventh Time Down, and the fireworks will start at 9 p.m. LAKE 69
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long with other members and volunteers of the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association (CRATA), I am increasingly excited about the information to be showcased at the Smith Mountain Outdoor Environmental Education Center. Many of the graphic panels and kiosks will describe the nature around us, but CRATA also wants to dedicate space to the fascinating history of the Lake Martin area, including Smith Mountain and how the historic fire tower came to be. When viewed from Sandy Creek on Lake Martin, the jagged peak of Smith Mountain looks like an ancient volcano. In terms of feet above sea level, it hardly qualifies as a mountain, but it dominates the local landscape, is the tallest elevation on Lake Martin and would have looked even more impressive before Martin Dam backed up the water around it. Smith Mountain lies across the Tallapoosa River from the site of Okfuskee, an important Muscogee Creek town that once lent its name to the upper Tallapoosa River and was home to Menawa, the famous Redstick warrior chief at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend. According to one local source claiming roots to Okfuskee, the Creeks knew Smith Mountain as cvto-yekce (pronounced chuto-yek-che). That literally means rock-strong, or as we would say, strong rock. The name Strong Rock is no mystery when viewing the
hard, strong quartzite outcroppings that form part of a geologic feature known as the Devil’s Backbone, which shows itself periodically from the northeast corner of Tallapoosa County all the way to Cherokee Bluffs at Martin Dam and beyond into Elmore County. When viewed from the restored fire tower atop Smith Mountain, it is not difficult to imagine the exposed, undulating rock outcroppings as the fossilized backbone of some horrific creature. Today, we give the mountain a less descriptive name for the family that once owned the property after the Creeks were removed. Before Martin Dam was completed in 1926, all the land within the future reservoir and most of the shoreline was completely cleared. Much of the surrounding land was heavily eroded from poor agricultural practices and the clearing of almost all merchantable timber. Viewing old aerial photos from that era, it is amazing to see just how little forestland was left. As soon as it was impounded, Lake Martin began filling up with eroded soil. In just two years, eroded soil from Sandy Creek created a deposit that measured 465 yards long, 65 yards wide and 45 feet deep. Similar deposits were dumped into the lake by every creek emptying into it. In the upper reaches of the lake, below Irwin Shoals, the siltation was even worse. Alabama Power Company officials became concerned that continued siltation could greatly shorten the usable life of its
Help tell our county's story CRATA is raising $50,000 to make Smith Mountain Park an educational center on the nature and history of Tallapoosa County
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Across Alabama families are spending time at the lake or on the river without realizing they could be in danger. The recent deaths of two women in Lake Tuscaloosa are being called a case of electric shock drowning (ESD). It happened almost exactly one year after a 15-yearold girl died the same way on Smith Lake.
WHY ELECTRIC SHOCK DROWNING IS A HIDDEN DANGER: • No one really knows how many
hydroelectric plant. people die from ESD To counter this problem, Alabama Power Company joined • Many deaths are simply called a drowning the efforts of Alabama Extension, the Soil Conservation Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) to restore the for• Even low-level current can paralyze ests and reclaim eroded land. Millions of trees were planted, as a swimmer who then drowns were countless sprigs of kudzu. We may curse kudzu today, but • The autopsy shows no sign of electrocution it covered steep, gullied slopes, stopping erosion where nothing else would grow and, along with pine trees, kudzu helped to save Lake Martin. For everything in With such a large investment of money and land in trees, a your home that fire could have been devastating; hence began the construction carries current, of a six-tower fire detection network, with Smith Mountain water or air, you being the location of the first tower and the district office of ANY ELECTRIC, PLUMBING know who to call. the Alabama Division of Forestry (later the Alabama Forestry OR AIR SERVICE* Commission). Boys from the Dadeville CCC camp built a ranger station, cistern, filling station/shop, map tables, picnic area and other amenities at Smith Mountain. The signature rockwork of the CCC is still evident on Smith Mountain today. The Smith Mountain tower officially opened April 10, 1939, in a grand ceremony that featured a fish fry by the Kiwanis Club. There are many interesting, sometimes bizarre stories surrounding the operation of the tower and ranger station, not all of which have to do with fire fighting. Stay tuned for more. When the Smith Mountain Environmental Education Center is completed, you will be glad that you donated. All those who contribute $100 or more will have their names memorialized on MONTGOMERY 262.2946 AUBURN 821.0740 a cast metal plaque. Your grandchildren will point to your name with pride. To donate, make your tax-deductible gift payable Promo 09866. Not valid with any other offers or on previous purchases. Some restrictions apply. See company representative for all details. *Offer to CRATA-Smith Mountain Restoration and send to Jimmy K. has no cash value. Valid on products or services of $200 or more. Cannot be applied to service agreements. Expires 9/30/17. AL #15033. Lanier, CRATA, P.O. Box 240503, Eclectic, AL 36024. JULY 2017 LAKE 71
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snapshots, especially of inventory. But I ccountants don’t like surprises. use a monthly inventory amount because it In a former life, I worked as an is one of the most commonly tracked staaccountant for a couple of different tistics by the real estate industry. businesses. I enjoyed both companies, and I must admit even I was shocked to I learned a whole lot. One thing I learned is see just how much waterfront lot inventhat rare is the joyful surprise in the world tory is down on Lake Martin. If we take a of accounting. look at May 2015, we see that about 161 Even if you have a profit you didn’t lots were for sale here. That number has expect, you chide yourself for not accruing steadily decreased over two years to about revenue properly or overestimating your LAKE PROPERTY 114 lots for sale this year. expenses. BY JOHN COLEY That is a decrease of almost 30 percent. Now that I have been selling real estate Huge! for more than a decade, I find that the debitThe lack of available waterfront lots for sale has and-credit side of my brain has atrophied. ‘Sales’ is definitely impacted the sales. Over the same fivea totally different world, and I find myself surprised month time period of May 2015 to May 2017, lot sales at least twice a day. In fact, I received two surprises have decreased as this month when I well. The number cracked open the of lots sold by all Lake Martin Area the agents in the Multiple Listing Lake Martin MLS Service (MLS) dropped from 34 to to see how Lake 26, or a decrease Martin’s sales of about 24 perwere going. cent. The first surWe can say that prise was that sales did not drop 2017 home sales in lockstep with are farther ahead the reduction in than not only the inventory, which, prior year but also again, should spell the banner year of upward pressure 2015. Through the on prices. first five months of What other 2017, 150 waterresults might we front homes have see if there is a been sold. That continued decrease counts every agent of waterfront lot in the MLS, all sales? over the lake, at all One possible price ranges. result I can think The big news of would be a continued blossoming of fixer-uppers here is that the total of 150 represents a bruising 26 around Lake Martin. Sometimes when buyers can’t percent increase over 2015. Wow! I regard 2015 as find a vacant lot, they decide to buy an older home and the best year ever for the Lake Martin real estate either fix it up or tear it down and start from scratch. market. So for this year to be trouncing the best year Either way, if you are involved in the construction ever is quite notable, especially considering that five industry, you have to like that news. months is a pretty healthy sample size. The second, and larger, surprise was that waterfront John Coley is a broker and owner of Lake Martin lot sales inventory is down a significant amount when Voice Realty. He is also the author of the blog Lake we look at historical trends. Martin Voice at LakeMartinVoice.com. It is always a little dangerous to look at one-month 76 LAKE
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Trick Tips Make these wakesurf and wakeskate adjustments to the shuv-it and 3-shuv tricks
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rider has to do them rom what I’ve completely differently seen out on Lake as a wakesurfer than a Martin this year, wakeskater. there are more surfers The wakesurfer, not than ever. With that having the rope to pull being said, a quick and beginning the trick reminder for all the leading off the back wakeboarder/wakeBEHIND THE BOAT foot with an ollie, surfers: Watch your BY SAWYER DAVIS has to gain momenwake. tum from the back of Yes, our boats do the wave and start the bottom turn have hulls designed to create large before he or she can kick the board wakes, and wakesurfing is the fastest around. This is more of a skimboard growing wake sport and does require style trick. I have seen some surf a large wave to push the rider. But style guys throw them, but they were please be sure you don’t ride close some of the best riders in the world. to others’ docks. The general rule of It is way, way harder to do on a surf thumb is to stay at least a minimum style board. of 100 feet out. A skim style board, usually with I also will say that boats – whether large or small, wakeboard style or not a single shallow fin, allows the rider to bottom turn with a little ollie – that are driven above idle and not planed off also create problems. They and shuv the board around, landing produce a huge wake in close proxim- on it at the top of the wave. If the rider hits the wave face, most of the ity to the docks. time the wave will spit him out and It is our responsibility, as drivers, to watch where these wakes go, and it shoot the board out from under him. A nice bit of speed is key here is not OK to wakesurf or wakeboard coming into the bottom turn, with a in small, tight sloughs that are lined little hip twist backside; starting up with homes. Wakes/waves from surf the wave, shuv it to the top, making or wakeboard or a tourist looking at sure to separate the feet. Almost guarhouses at half-planed speed can do anteed in learning this trick, notice a lot of damage to docks and to the that the feet land together, about hip boats tied to those docks. width apart, as if riding on the center It’s almost hard to believe how big the wake sport is getting and how fast of the board. Another way to practice is to it is growing – to the detriment of my start with the board backward, fin in favorite sport, wakeskating. It seems as though skating has just faded away, front. This is how the board will be ridden once the rider shuvs it, and he most likely due to its sheer difficulty. has to learn how to shuv out at some The two sports share a lot of simipoint. Now is as good a time as any. larities, including not being strapped down as the most obvious, but quite a After all, it’s practice, right? So start backward. The bottom turn few of the tricks are the same. is less dramatic and slower with no In wakeskating, the rider is not fin and shuvs out really quickly with pulled by the boat and doesn’t nothing holding it; plus, the fin is have the leverage of the handle. This going to hook back up on the landing. is a very big difference in the tricks A rider doesn’t want to land up on the themselves. The shuv-it and the wave face much, or it will shoot the 3-shuv are the same tricks, but the JULY 2017
board out from under him. In doing the shuv, try to get back on the wave more and not throw it too close to the boat. I suggest getting someone to take a video, so a rider can see where he’s throwing the board and how he approaches the trick. It’s a fun trick to learn. The 3-shuv comes next or try doing the shuv while doing a 360, which is a backside big spin. Have fun practicing and see you on the water! Sawyer Davis is a wakesurfer for Victoria Skimboards and grew up on Lake Martin.
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why all lakeside dwellers should do their hether living on Lake Martin or best to maintain an Alabama Smart Yard (see coming to the lake for a visit and www.aces.edu/pubs/docs/A/ANR-1359). some R&R, the waves lapping Another significant contributor to conagainst that old wooden dock is a big draw. tamination of certain areas of Lake Martin Folks plan on leaving their worries behind is wildlife. One critter in particular is reguand enjoying the cool refreshing waters larly seen on the lake, sometimes in great through boating, water skiing, tubing, fishing abundance – the Canada goose. Sometimes, or dangling toes off that old wooden dock. flocks of 30-40 birds congregate in little Most visitors to the lake don’t even think coves and backyards. Though they are quite about water quality, given that their bodies picturesque gliding across the water, or flyand their brains are on vacation. Fortunately, LAKE WATCH ing in formation across the setting sun, they when folks come to Lake Martin, they’re BY ERIC REUTEBUCH also cause problems. visiting the cleanest lake in the state, Canada geese, being warm-blooded animals, harbor Alabama’s one and only Treasured Alabama Lake fecal bacteria in their digestive tracts, including E. coli, (TAL). Salmonella, Enterococcus, Shigella, Vibrio and other Does that mean that we don’t need to worry about nasty bacteria that are pathogenic to humans; therefore, contaminants in Lake Martin, and all of the Lake Watch when they excrete feces into water or near water (and of Lake Martin (LWLM) water monitors can also go on it is flushed into the water by rainfall/runoff), the water vacation? Not quite – though we do enjoy our lake’s TAL status, becomes contaminated with an array of bacteria, some of which can cause serious human health problems. contaminants still make their way into the lake. Water These health problems could include gastrointestinal runs downhill, and during heavy rain events, it runs infection, bacteremia meningitis, typhoid, endocarditis, pretty quickly into the Tallapoosa River and into the urinary tract infection, liver infection, renal infection many creeks that empty into the lake, including Sandy, and bacillary dysentery. Yikes! Elkahatchee and Coley creeks, just to name a few. Thus, Canada geese on and around lake property These events inevitably introduce some amount of means the probability of fecal contamination, and conpollutants into the water. These are called nonpoint source pollutants and include lawn fertilizers, pesticides, tamination with potentially pathogenic bacteria in the water adjoining that property increases significantly. herbicides, pet waste, motor oil and antifreeze. That’s 80 LAKE
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The larger the numbers of birds, the greater the risk. If a lakefront property owner feeds geese, the birds will tend to congregate in the vicinity of that property and feed and defecate in the adjacent waters. Therefore, to minimize the fecal contamination of waters, do not feed the geese. To verify whether or not the water adjoining a lakefront property is contaminated with feces from geese or from feces from any other warm-blooded animal, consider joining LWLM and taking the Alabama Water Watch (AWW) Bacteriological Monitoring training. A three-hour workshop certifies an AWW bacteriological monitor to conduct a very economical bacteriological test (under $10). Monitoring supplies are provided free for LWLM members who register as monitors and conduct regular testing. The testing determines if the water contains fecal contamination; the magnitude of the contamination; and whether or not it poses a threat to human health. To view availability and sign up for free AWW workshops, visit www.alabamawaterwatch.org and click the workshop registration button on the right side of the page. Taking part in lake stewardship and helping to watch the water will help to ensure many years of safely enjoying this treasured lake. Eric Reutebuch is president of Lake Watch Lake Martin. To become a Lake Watch member, email him at membership@lakewatch.org. Learn more and volunteer at www.lakewatch.org or email info@lakewatch.org.
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soluble fiber source and lots of vitamins. Legumes ather than a diet, a lifestyle of culinary have been shown to decrease the risk for heart distradition with a cultural approach makes ease, cancer and diabetes. the Mediterranean way worth exploring. The fish containing the highest amounts of Maintaining its credibility for promoting health omega-3 fatty acids are salmon, albacore tuna, and wellness, this method focuses on fresh ingretrout, flounder, Pollock, herring and sardines. dients prepared simply. Regular consumption of an oily fish provides a This lifestyle evolved from the countries that healthy effect on cholesterol and triglyceride levels border the Mediterranean Sea, including Greece, and reduces the risk of heart attack. Southern Spain, Southern Italy, France and As many may know, olive oil is the heart and Morocco. Each region developed its own tradisoul of the Mediterranean diet. Using monountions based on the availability of local produce and saturated olive oil on a regular basis is associated food, although there are considerable overlaps in HEALTHY LIVING with reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cuisine with similar nutritional benefits. BY JULIE HUDSON cancer and inflammatory diseases, such as arthriFor centuries, preparation methods have tis and asthma, as well as positively impacting remained the same – food is eaten fresh and rarely fried. Hundreds of studies have linked the Mediterranean cholesterol ratio. Research has shown that moderate alcohol consumption, particularly red wine, will lower the risk for heart diet with multiple health benefits, such as increased life span; disease. Antioxidants are more abundant in red wine due to the improved brain function; benefits in the areas of rheumatoid dark color and serve to lower bad cholesterol, raise good choarthritis, eye health and fertility; weight management; and reduced risk of cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure, dia- lesterol and make a positive impact on blood clotting. Moderate consumption of alcohol is defined as one to two 5-ounce betes, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases and depression. glasses a day. The Mediterranean lifestyle is a straightforward way of eatAlthough diet is at the forefront of the Mediterranean way of ing that emphasizes plant-based foods. The focus is on eating less meat and more fish; cooking with olive oil; using herbs and living, exercise, relaxation to relieve stress and smoking cessaspices; eating a lot of fresh fruit, vegetables and legumes; incor- tion are important to round out the lifestyle. Sometimes referred to as the silent killer, chronic stress can present very harmful porating unprocessed grains several times each day; eating a health risks to the body. Everyone experiences and handles serving of nuts each day; and consuming fewer dairy products. stress on different levels; therefore, it is important to assess The Mediterranean diet emphasizes fresh, non-processed what is causing the stress and have a realistic plan to make foods that are rich in health-promoting vitamins and minerpositive changes. als, and research has proven that it is ideal for long-term heart Steps to reduce stress in your life may include daily exercise, health and weight control. Numerous studies have demonstrated the benefits of the Mediterranean diet on heart health, including meditating, praying, embracing relationships with family and friends, setting realistic goals, living within your means, pracreduction of heart attacks and stroke. ticing yoga, enjoying hobbies and activities away from work, Studies have proven that following a Mediterranean lifestyle having a positive outlook on life, never losing your sense of would reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by 68 percent, and metahumor, laughing, smiling and enjoying life. In addition to servbolic studies have shown reductions in elevated blood sugar ing as stress relief, participating in regular exercise provides and blood pressure and improvements in abnormal cholesterol numerous health benefits, including promoting weight loss and profiles and vascular inflammation. weight maintenance, as well as increasing cardiovascular and The main components of the Mediterranean diet include whole grains, fresh fruit and vegetables, nuts, beans or legumes, bone health. A quick fix is not always the correct answer, especially fish, olive oil and red wine, that all play an integral part of this when it comes to weight loss and long-term health. The lifestyle. Kashi, quinoa, barley and oatmeal are the most comMediterranean diet offers a delicious variety of plant-based mon whole grains. A whole (not refined) grain is one that confoods that are readily available. Simple meals prepared with tains the entire whole grain kernel consisting of the outer layer, minimally processed foods with the freshest ingredients are the called the bran, which provides fiber, the inner layer, which foundation of the Mediterranean lifestyle, as well as incorporatprovides complex carbohydrates and protein and an inner layer ing meat and sweets in moderation. providing vitamins, minerals and protein. The Mediterranean lifestyle provides a healthy way to lose A diet rich in whole grains has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Fresh fruit and vegetables weight, reduce stress and decrease the risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Embracing a lifestyle of healthy habits provide complex carbohydrates, fiber and a huge amount of vitamins and minerals. Eating a variety of colors is most benefi- combined with eating quality food in controlled portions is the Mediterranean way. cial to reduce the risk for heart disease and cancer. Almonds and walnuts provide a huge source of monounJulie Hudson is a dietician at the Lake Martin Wellness saturated fats, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber and vitamins. Center in Dadeville. Nuts can serve as a good snack due to their high satiety value. Legumes provide an excellent protein source, insoluble and
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feeding on the bottom. It could be a lot of things, and hat if there was just one fishing lure that we needed to use any time we went fishing? A bait that’s the beauty of it. Predatory fish usually have to make a quick decision that would work even when the weather was extremely cold and still would work when it was extreme- when something potentially edible appears. I think the ly hot. Something that was dependable when it was rainy, key to whether or not they close the deal is what the bait does when they are first aware of its presence. The but also just as good when it was sunny. How about a Shaky Head pulls the worm down to the botbait that could catch fish as effectively in the tom, often in a spiraling motion, which can wind as when the lake looked like glass? be good. The blunt head lands with a small Even better, the bait could be fished thud on the bottom, kicking up a little mud around and through shallow cover. And what “dust” cloud, and left in the center of it all is if it were just as good on offshore structure? a worm tail sticking up. Wouldn’t it be nice to know that there was I’m convinced that the baits that stand the one bait that could give us a good chance of test of time, like the few I mentioned earlier, catching fish, no matter what? are able to do so because they trigger instincI think there may be just such a bait on the tive reactions from the fish. Survival instincts market already. kick in, and fish react to certain movements In fact, I’ve been using it for more than 15 and profiles because any hesitation could years, and I was probably a little late to the mean they would miss a meal. Too many party after hearing other anglers talk. missed meals equals belly-up. This magical bait doesn’t get much attenBIG CATCHES There are definitely times and places where tion. It’s not flashy; it doesn’t make a funny BY GREG VINSON other baits and techniques excel. At times, noise or dance across the water. It doesn’t these may catch more fish and/or bigger fish dive to pre-determined depths or even susthan a Shaky Head, but the power the Shaky Head has pend, and it doesn’t even vibrate. It doesn’t look like a over these other choices is its versatility. real ... well, anything to me. There are undoubtedly going to be times when the fish But to the fish, it is something special. will not bite the big, the flashy, the noisy or the pretty You won’t see many videos with amazing slow motion lures; however, there are few times when a Shaky Head blow-ups with this rig. It’s also easy to get. There’s no rigged with a small straight tail worm will not catch need to search for old discontinued models or pay ridicusomething, especially in the Southeast. lous prices on eBay. Just about everyone who fishes for In my opinion, the best setup to start is a 3/16-ounce bass knows of it and still uses it ... some, anyway. head with a 7-inch straight tail worm like the Netbait I’m sure you have a bait in mind that fits this descripT-Mac. Keep color simple as well. There are a lot that tion. Maybe it’s a jig or a sinking worm, i.e. Senko. A will work, but green pumpkin is still hard to beat on any drop shot could even be considered. It’s not a Carolina given day. Rig, although we could do a similar article on that one. Rigging it is simple. A small, straight-tail plastic worm It’s called a Shaky Head. is as good as it gets. Texpose it by running the hook The Shaky Head is essentially a jig head with no through 1/2-inch of the worm’s head and then turning the weedguard and no skirt. Someone, somewhere, decided hook point back into the worm, making it weedless. that the skirt was not necessary. Maybe it added too Cast it out – let it sink to the bottom – and move the much bulk. Maybe it dry rotted, as rubber skirts often rod tip gently as you work it back to the boat. This is did before silicone came along. Maybe a Texas Rig was where you can bring life to a seemingly nothing-looking too much trouble or someone ran out of Slider heads and head and worm and convince the fish it’s real. decided to use a raw jig head in its place. It can be important to match the size of the head to the I doubt it was any of these, but someone, somewhere, depth and rate of fall you are looking for. Then pair up a sometime, decided to put a little worm on the jig head worm to match the fish you are targeting. I suggest startand cast it out. The Shaky Head was born, and the rest is ing with 4- to 7-inch straight worms and increasing the history. size when you feel like you can get away with it. This is Since it is not flashy and doesn’t suspend or make usually in places with larger fish and larger forage. noise or any of the other things I mentioned earlier, why In the earlier days, we always used spinning tackle is it so good? to throw Shaky heads. Now that better heads and hooks It stands up. are available, it’s easier to get away with baitcasting It can’t be that simple, can it? We spend countless dolgear. Usually the baitcasters come in handy when fishing lars and hours trying to get baits to do certain things or around cover. Spinning tackle is still a better choice for look certain ways. Surely, it’s not that simple. light rigs and/or light line. I think it probably is. The simplicity of the rig is most Regardless of the time of year or the conditions, have likely what makes it so versatile. yourself a Shaky Head rigged up, and you’ll have a great When rigged on a Shaky Head, the worm stands up on chance of catching fish. the bottom. If we didn’t know better by now, we might not even give it the courtesy of saying, “that’s neat.” I Greg Vinson is a full-time professional angler on can’t tell you for sure that it resembles a crawfish posturthe Bassmaster Elite Series and PAA tours. He lives in ing up before its final hour in defeat to a hungry bass. I Wetumpka and grew up fishing on Lake Martin. don’t know for sure that it looks like a shad nose-down
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Cantaloupe and Peach Salad Ingredients
1 ripe cantaloupe 2 ripe peaches 1 tablespoon chopped pecans 2 mint leaves sliced thin Drizzle of really good dark honey Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
CHEF’S TABLE BY ROB MCDANIEL
Peel, halve and remove seeds from cantaloupe; then, using a small meat slicer, mandoline or very thin, sharp knife, shave the melon into thin ribbons and set to the side. Wash peaches; then, cut away from the pit and slice about 1/8-inch thick. Arrange cantaloupe on a serving plate; then, place peach slices in and around cantaloupe. Season with salt and pepper; drizzle with honey, pecans and mint.
Rob McDaniel, executive chef and general manager at SpringHouse Restaurant, earned a bachelor's degree in restaurant and hotel management from Auburn University and is a graduate of the New England Culinary Institute.
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and with the encouragement of wine icon Charlie Wagner of ine writers tend to have a tight focus on their Caymus Vineyards, Bruce became intensely involved in all subject – wine – and we sometimes assume that readers are as driven as we are about aroma pro- aspects of the wine business. He formed BR Cohn in 1984. It files, flavors and color. We often spend too much time on the is a good story, and his wines are among the best. Mac McDonald of Vision Cellars is not native Californian drink itself and not enough on the total experience – the wine either and did not grow up in the wine business, though there experience. Let’s have a pop quiz. were signs along the way that pointed him in this direction The best wines are those that A) cost the most; B) have after putting in 35 years with Pacific Gas and the highest score; C) come with screw caps; Electric. D) none of the above. I should have announced Mac is a storyteller, as well as a passionate (which I think I did eight or 10 years ago) that winemaker. It started in Texas, where his father there would be occasional pop quizzes, but the was a moonshiner, finest in the state. Mac tells answer is D) none of the above. his listeners about the parallels of making moonThe best wines are those that are shared. The shine and wine starting with good ingredients. best wines are those with which we can conHe talks about patience and the challenges of nect on some level through identifiable factors, working with one of the most difficult of grapes, including price, perceived quality, flavor, conPinot Noir. venience or whatever, usually in the company Early on, an uncle introduced Mac to the of others who are similarly absorbed. Absorbed wines of Burgundy, where Pinot Noir is the primay not be the best word; we can snicker and mary grape. Mac is Pinot Noir’s biggest fan but go with it. The point being that when we are because Ms. Lil, who he says is the boss, likes engaged, we are receptive and eager for more; FROM THE CELLAR Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris, he has dabbled more than just the beverage, we want to savor BY HENRY FOY with a “50/50” blend that he calls the marriage the experience. wine. Writers can write about high-scoring reds or Whenever Mac is in the Lake Martin area, he tells the summer whites that won’t blow the budget. We can tell you story of the first time he came to Alexander City some what we think about this wine or that one. We can delve into 10 years ago. He engaged a group attending a spethe realm of the winemakers and discover how this product cial Friday afternoon wine tasting at Cellar on Main with came to be. We can bring their passion and artistry to your table. The color, aromas and flavors draw us to the wine. The down-to-earth friendliness and humor as he talked about his wine, his life and his wife and partner, Ms. Lil. The big black atmosphere and relationships complete the journey. man in his trademark overalls and a straw hat had everyTime and again, we hear winemakers say that their goal one’s attention. It was a memorable wine experience, as all is to produce quality wine. Their stories, the how and why, of his subsequent visits have been, for the audience and the enthrall us. performer who now adds the story about having his picture Like many of his peers, Hunter Vogel at Kitfox Vineyards grew up farming in California at just the right time. The tran- made with our mayor at the time, Barbara Young, to his dialogue. sition to grapes from other crops – almonds, prunes, table Another interesting story comes from Witness grapes – was under way. Tree winemaker Steven Westby who made a stop Fred Peterson of Peterson Winery might have been a doctor if he had applied himself academically. Taking time off to in Alexander City recently. Most people know that ‘witness find himself, a vineyard job thrust him onto a totally different tree’ is a surveyor’s term identifying a tree or other recognizable landmark used to mark the location of a corner boundpath. ary of a piece of property. Susan Arbois was an archaeologist who never dreamed of When I asked Steven about the namesake witness tree, his being in the wine business. She is now a vintner with husface lit up as though no one had ever asked that before. There band, Bill, at Praxis Wines. is, of course, a story to that particular tree that goes back to All of these were unsuspecting pioneers, and wine found the Donation Land Claim Act of the mid-1800s, which was them. intended to promote homestead settlements in the Pacific One of my favorite stories is that of Bruce Cohn, founder of BR Cohn Winery. Bruce did not grow up in the wine busi- Northwest. The act gave 640 acres of land to a married couple with the husband and wife each owning half of the grant. ness and is not a native Californian. Before moving to the It was one of the first laws that allowed married women to Bay Area in 1956, his parents were singers, his mother havhold property in their own names. ing performed with Sinatra in the Chicago nightclub scene. Can you imagine how exciting the tasting rooms of these His introduction to music came at an early age, and in colplaces are? Kinda’ makes you want to go there and drink lege, he studied broadcasting and communication, not wine. some wine. That’s the wine experience. By day, Bruce ran a music rehearsal studio and by night, he Oh – happy Fourth of July. Be responsible. Be safe. worked as a television engineer. In 1970, he became the manager for the Doobie Brothers. There is a certain age group Henry Foy is the owner of Emporium Wine and that loves that story. There’s more to tell. Spirits with the area’s only walk-in humidor, Café 128 and If you don’t know, the Doobie Brothers are rock and roll Gallery 128 in downtown Alexander City at 128 Calhoun superstars. Seriously rock and heavy roll. To preserve sanStreet. He can be reached at 256.212.WINE, on Instagram, ity and his family’s quality of life, Bruce purchased a Glen Facebook and at emporium128@bellsouth.net. Ellen, California, dairy farm in ’74. It came with a vineyard, JULY 2017
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Staying Connected
Pro Tips From Lee Williams There are many different ways to swing a golf club, putt and chip. I have always believed in playing golf by using your body and not your hands. This method of golf relies less on timing, leading to more consistency. In this article I’m going to talk about how to putt using your body. The purpose of your hands in putting and, generally speaking in golf, is to hold the club. There is really nothing else your hands do or need to do other than grip the club you are using. The rest is in how you move your body. In putting, I have always believed the best way to putt is by using your chest. Your legs only support you in putting and, therefore, should stay completely still. All the motion in the stroke is done by rotating the chest. My favorite drill for getting this feel, and one I have done for years, is placing a golf glove in between the ball of my left elbow and my left rib cage. This drill forces me to use my upper body – mainly the chest – to prevent the glove from falling to the ground. Another favorite drill is to fold a towel and place it under both your left and right armpits and practice putting. Both of these drills are geared toward keeping your hands out of the stroke and placing the movement in your upper body. Not only will this allow you to develop a more consistent stroke but also will tighten up your contact leading to a better roll. I hope you find these drills helpful, and good luck!!
Lee Williams, a professional golfer on the PGA Tour, grew up playing at Willow Point Country Club. As an amateur, Williams was a member of the 2003 and 2005 Walker Cup teams, as well as the 2004 World Amateur Team. He is sponsored by Russell Lands, King Honda, Nowlin and Associates, P.F. Chang's, Tempus Jet, Hyatt Adams Golf, Russell Athletic, Titleist, Ameritas Financial Corp. and Southwest Airlines.
Previous play helps to make a champion STORY & PHOTOS BY AMY PASSARETTI
Ethan Hagood's name will be engraved on the SGA Junior Championship trophy
Southern Golf Association Tournament champion Ethan Hagood of Birmingham said having previously played the Willow Point course on Lake Martion was definitely to his advantage. “I worked with my coach; we came out here to play a few times and came up with a good game plan. It was just about executing it, and it seemed to work,” said Hagood, who has been playing golf for about five years. He credited most of his success to maintaining his confidence and working hard, which has paid off this summer, as Hagood is currently undefeated in tournament play. He also said the course can be tricky, being bordered by water, since the winds can alter the ball movement. Hole 13 is his least favorite, he said, for that reason. Hagood’s advice to those coming to play the course is that hitting the fairways is a must because the rough is very thick and the fescue should be avoided at all costs. Having many friends that live at the lake, Hagood said he gets the opportunity to visit often, and Lake Martin is the one lake in this country where he would like to live.
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Lake Martin Alabama Marinas 11. Kowaliga Marina 334-857-2111 255 Kowaliga Marina Rd., Alex City, AL 35010
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22. The Ridge Marina 256-397-1300 450 Ridge Marina Rd., Alex City, AL 35010 33. River North Marina 256-397-1500 250 River North Rd., Alex City, AL 35010
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Restaurants 6. SpringHouse 9 256-215-7080 12 Benson Mill Rd., Alex City, AL 35010 6. Catherine’s Market 10 256-215-7070 17 Russell Farms Rd., Alex City, AL 35010
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11 Kowaliga Restaurant 256-215-7035 295 Kowaliga Marina Rd., Alex City, AL 35010
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82. Alex City Marine Sales and Service 256-215-3474 2190 Cherokee Rd., Alex City, AL 35010
12 Bezlo's Cafe 334-639-0003 65 Main Street., Eclectic, AL 36024
Stillwaters
16 Karen Channell State Farm Financial Services 256-234-3481 5030 Hwy. 280, Alex City, AL 35010 17 Shipwreck Sam's Yogurt @ Smith's Marina 256-444-8793 18 5. Lake Martin Mini Mall 334.857.3900 7995 Kowaliga Rd, Eclectic, AL 36024 19 4. Russell Do It Center (Alex City) 256-234-2567 1750 Alabama 22, Alex City, AL 35010 20 4. Russell Do It Center (Eclectic) 334-541-2132 1969 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic, AL 36024 4. Russell Building Supply 21 256-825-4256 350 Fulton Street, Dadeville, AL 36853 4. The Stables at Russell Crossroads 22 256-794-1333 288 Stables Loop, Alex City, AL 35010 4. Dark Insurance 23 256-234-5026 410 Hillabee Street, Alex City, AL 35010 www.darkinsuranceagency.com 24. McDaniels Storage Center 256-234-4583 1040 Highway 280, Alex City, AL 35010 . Kowaliga Whole Health Pet Care & Resort 25 334-857-1816 8610 Kowaliga Road, Eclectic, AL 36024
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14 Lakeside Mercantile 334-850-6357 8246 County Rd 34, Dadeville, AL 36853 15 EastLake Coffee @ Lakeside Mercantile 334-850-6357 8246 County Rd 34, Dadeville, AL 36853
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Renfroes Russell Building Supply Shell Station Sigger’s Stillwaters Country Club Store 34 USAmeribank
ECLECTIC Children’s Harbor Cotton’s BBQ Eclectic Do-It Center Johnson’s Furniture Kowaliga Marina Lake Martin Dock Lake Martin Mini Mall Nail’s Convenience Store Peoples Bank
EQUALITY Equality Food Mart Real Island Marina Southern Star INVERNESS Winn-Dixie Airwalk Ultimate Trampoline Arena Tree Top Family Adventure
KELLYTON Five Star Plantation MOUNTAIN BROOK Whole Foods Market
RED HILL Citgo SYLACAUGA Good Ole Boys BBQ
TALLASSEE Community Hospital Chamber of Commerce The Tallassee Tribune
WALNUT HILL Lakeside Mercantile Walnut Hill Grocery
WETUMPKA The Wetumpka Herald A limited number of magazines are available at these locations. To start your subscription, call David Kendrick at 256-234-4281.
Lake Martin Business and Service Directory
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Our Advertisers n To Join, Call 256.234.4281 Russell Lands............................................. 35, 50, 51
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Russell Marine.......................................................... 3
Alex City Guide Service...................................... 62
George Hardy D.M.D........................................... 62
Russell Medical........................................................ 2
Alex City Marine................................................... 20
Harbor Pointe Marina.......................................... 31
Satterfield.................................................................. 6
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Hilltop Landscaping............................................... 96
Security Pest Control............................................ 8
Amy Clark, Selling Lake Martin ...................................95
Hinson Galleries.................................................... 81
Singleton Marine/Rambo Marine....................... 78
Apex Roofing....................................................................95
Holley’s Home Furnishings...............................100
Sparkle Window Cleaning................................... 17
Artic Heating & Air.................................................. 27, 28
Holman Floor......................................................... 94
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Black Jack...........................................................................77
Home Place Mortgage......................................... 73
State Farm Insurance/ Harold Cochran..........94
Blue Creek Iron Works....................................... 95
Jackson Thornton.................................................. 77
State Farm Insurance/ Karen Channell..........95
Bone & Joint Specialists....................................... 72
Kowaliga Whole Health....................................... 95
St. James Episcopal Church................................. 20
Brown Nursing & Rehabilitation......................... 8
Lake Martin Community Hospital..................... 13
Suit Properties....................................................... 40
C&T Eclectric........................................................ 62
Lake Martin Dock................................................. 23
Sunrise Dock.......................................................... 14
Cahaba Glass............................................................ 6
Lake Martin Mini Mall.......................................... 43
Tallassee Community Hospital........................... 43
CertaPro Painters................................................. 95
Lake Martin Resource Association................... 74
Temple Medical Center......................................... 8
Chuck's Marina...................................................... 73
Lakeside Marina..................................................... 40
The Touchless Boat Cover.................................. 14
Coach Kraft Upholstery...................................... 95
Mark King's Furniture................................... 11, 83
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Troy Cable................................................................. 6
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Wedowee Marine................................................. 97
DAVCO Development......................................... 95
Paige Patterson, Lake Martin Voice Realty......95
Williams Plumbing Heating & Air........................ 8
Designs by Trish....................................................... 8
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Radney Funeral Home......................................... 16
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