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Robbery tip leads to drug arrests By MITCH SNEED Editor
What started out as a call by a concerned citizen fearing that an armed robbery was taking place at a local convenience store led authorities to two arrests and the seizure of drugs and cash. On Monday, the Alexander City Police Department responded to a store on Highway 280, but instead of an armed robbery, two men were suspected of shoplifting. The
Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force was called and in executing a search warrant, a stolen weapon and a substantial amount of marijuana were found inside the vehicle the two men were using. A telephonic search warrant showed evidence of possible illegal activity at a residence and a warrant was obtained for that Alexander City home. At the residence, investigators located and seized approximately 120 grams of high-grade marijuana,
11 grams of cocaine, 20 Ecstasy pills, 21 Xanax bars and $6,400 in cash. Arrested were: •Kilpatrick Cornelius McKinney, 33, of Alexander City on charges of possession with the intent to distribute, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, two counts of firstdegree possession of marijuana, certain persons forbidden to possess
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A suspect is arrested by the Alexander City Police Department Monday at Jet Pep after being suspected of shoplifting.
Ethics rule forces council to nix funding
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Alabama State Troopers investigated eight traffic deaths during the extended Fourth of July weekend, which was from Friday, July 1, to midnight Monday, July 4. Troopers assigned to Marine Patrol, however, reported no boating fatalities. During the 96-hour holiday traveling period, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) partnered with local law enforcement agencies to bolster traffic enforcement in an effort to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities. In addition, ALEA participated in this season’s safety campaigns Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over and Operation Dry Water. The fatal traffic crashes occurred in Butler, Calhoun, Cherokee, Hale, Jackson, Perry, Pickens and St. Clair counties. Two
New interpretations of the state’s ethics laws have forced the council to stop a long tradition of helping teams and groups representing the city in tournaments and competitions financially. Tuesday night, the Alexander City City Council was to consider a request from the Alexander City 10U All Stars baseball team who recently won the state Cal Ripken/ Babe Ruth Baseball championship. The team is preparing to make the 978-mile trek to Pampa, Texas for the Southeastern Regionals. Due to the number of people and the distance, the team is trying to raise $25,000 to help fund the trip. In the past, the council had contributed funds for teams, robotics competitions and a wide-variety of other activities. Council members Sherry EllisonSimpson and Bobby Tapley said that in recent training with the Alabama League of Municipalities the use of public money was featured. “We learned that when it comes to these types of requests, it has to be something that could benefit all
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Tessa Ray, above, 9, of Alexander City takes a leap into Lake Martin at Timbergut on Independence Day. She was joined by friends and family like 5-monthold Waylon Weldon. The group spent the weekend camping out and enjoying one another’s company while sampling grilled wild turkey, ribs and even turtle jambalaya. The Weldon clan said they are frequent visitors to the spot on the northern part of the lake and the children can think of not other place they would want
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Local famers’ market among ‘Bon Apetit Appalachia’ sites By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer
The Alexander City Farmer’s Market has been selected by the Appalachian Regional Commission to be featured in its 2016 Bon Appetit Appalachia map, which will be included in the 195,000 copies of the summer 2016 issue of Edible magazine and is included as a searchable feature on the website visitappalachia.com, the Appalachian Regional Commission’s tourism website. “It’s a nice ‘atta boy’ for our farmer’s market,” said Richard Wagoner, who leads Alexander
City’s MainStreet efforts. “They started this effort about two years ago and I got some information about them wanting to promote the farm-to-table concept. The map will include farmer’s markets, farm-to-fork restaurants, farms, festivals, wineries and craft breweries. “What it means to me is that they’ve investigated our market and they know the things we offer here are high-quality and legitimately local. It’s a credit to our growers. And it may result in some tourism for us. There are people that will sit down Mitch Sneed / The Outlook with this map and say, Residents look through fresh fruit and vegetables at the Main Street Farmer’s Market. Edible MagaSee AWARD • Page 5 zine will feature the local market.
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DEAR ABBY: Five years into our marriage, my wife and I took a girlfriend, “Sonya.” I fell madly in love with her. Unfortunately, my relationship with my wife cooled because she changed as a person. We ended up divorcing. I’m still in love with Sonya, but obviously nothing will ever come of it. I’m her confidant and best friend, and she tells me all about her dating life. I’m having trouble dealing with it, but I don’t think I could handle not seeing her face light up when she speaks about her new girlfriend. My love for Sonya runs to my core -- it’s one for the ages. She IS my soul. I don’t want to lose her as my best friend, but I don’t know how to manage the pain of my unrequited love. Please help me. -- DEMOLISHED IN CONNECTICUT DEAR DEMOLISHED: Your love for Sonya may run to
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Obituaries Mr. Arthur Boleware
Dorothy Fitts
Funeral service for Mr. Arthur Boleware of Alexander City, Alabama will be Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Passion Church at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Alexander City Cemetery.
Dorothy Fitts, 60, passed away on June 16, 2016. She was the widow of Bud Fitts, Eclectic, Al. There will be an informal celebration of life ceremony
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on Sunday July 10 at 3:00 p.m., at Wind Creek State Park on Lake Martin. She is survived by her two children, Christy King and Dusty Parker. Her grandchildren,
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Mrs. Cladie Smith Funeral service for Mrs. Cladie Smith of Daviston, Alabama will be Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Leander Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Leander Baptist Church Cemetery. Wright’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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appeal will be given any credence. The judge in the case, Jacob Walker III, presided flawlessly without any hint of prejudice. He has been on the bench in his lifetime home of Lee County for 15 years and did a good job of running an efficient and errorless trial. He is rightfully well respected by the folks in Lee County and throughout the state. He even read the detailed instructions to the jury straight from the book without any deviation or emphasis. The jury listened intently throughout the grueling 12-day trial, even during the monotonous charge from the judge and the boring half-day accountant’s discussion of Hubbard’s finances. There was no error in this case. An appeal is a waste of time and probably what little money Hubbard has left. Bill Baxley did not defend him for free. I have not watched that many jury trials. However, I have never seen a more diligent jury. They paid rapt attention to every detail and took extensive notes and came back with a verdict most reasonable men and women throughout the state would have rendered. They only deliberated seven hours and came back with their convictions, which were a clear as the nose
on your face. They convicted their fellow Lee Countian and Republican Speaker of the House. He was found guilty of using his office as Speaker to secure numerous consulting contracts. Sometimes these contacts brought in totals of over $30,000 a month and totaled over $2 million. For one of the clients, the American Pharmacy Cooperative (APCI), Hubbard inserted language in the budget that gave them an exclusive contract to provide pharmaceuticals for Medicaid and then voted on that budget. Not only did Judge Walker and the jury do an exemplary and thorough job, the lawyers in the case did also. The prosecution team, led by Matt Hart, Van Davis and young prosecutor Michael Duffy, were excellent. Bill Baxley was superb for the defense. So what are the ramifications of the Mike Hubbard downfall? First of all, Hubbard’s seat in Lee County is vacated. A special election will be held. The Auburn area obviously loses clout in the Legislature. Hubbard, who is credited with leading the Republican takeover of the Alabama House in 2010 was the most powerful Speaker in memory. His removal leaves the House rudderless because the Republican super majority followed him like sheep. Victor Gaston, the Speaker Pro Tem, ascends to Speaker. A new Speaker will be elected when the House
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STRAND SESSION: The Lake Martin Young Professionals are hosting Rexton Lee for the next Strand Session at Strand Park, July 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: God’s House Church on Highway 63 North in downtown Hackneyville is hosting vacation Bible school July 8 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and July 9 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. All ages are welcome.
July 9
GOSPEL SINGING: Oak Chapel Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting a gospel singing July 9 at 6 p.m. with the McKameys. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Comer United Methodist Church is hosting a pancake breakfast July 9 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Cost is $6 a plate with pancakes, sausage and/or bacon. All you can eat dine in with to go plates available.
July 10
MEN AND WOMEN DAY: Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church is hosting Men and Women day July 10 at 2 p.m. Special guest is Rev. Dr. George C. McCulloh of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church. REUNION: The Willoughby reunion will be Sunday July 10 at the Daviston Community Center. All family and friends are welcome. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Ray Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School July 10-14 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be music crafts and snacks.
July 11
CELEBRATE RECOVERY: Celebrate Recovery at Vertical Point will be celebrating its First Anniversary from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a cook-out and ice cream social, followed by a special program of music, cardboard testimonies and more. Everyone is welcome! The church is located at 860 Airport Dr, Alex City. For more information, contact Mike at 256-496-4664 or check us out on Facebook.
July 13-15
YES I CAN: Teresa Harrell Moten is hosting a mentoring camp at Nathaniel H. Stephens School from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a free lunch.
July 14 - July 30
WETUMPKA DEPOT PLAYERS: Calendar Girls will be presented by the Wetumpka Depot Players July 14 - July 30. For ticket information call 334-868-1140 or go to wetumpkadepot.com.
July 16
SUMMER BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host a book sale in the library basement at 205 North West Street from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, July 16. The Friends will supply plastic bags for you to fill to the brim for $5 each or buy two bags and get the third one free! Books include fiction, nonfiction, classics, art, romance, cookbooks, decorating, self-help, religion, history and politics, beautiful coffee table books, and books to read to your children this summer. We also have several boxes of books recently donated for children and young readers. All proceeds go to improve the library. Call 256-825-7820 for information. TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves School is hosting a trade day July 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
July 17
CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Hatchet Spring Baptist Church is celebrating its 109th anniversary Sunday July 17 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Fredrick Jemison of Tallasahatchie Baptist Church in Childersburg. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Great Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating its 136th Anniversary Sunday, July 17 at 2:30 p.m. The guest minister is Rev. Bernard Harris of Mt. Lovely Baptist Church. The pastor is Rev. Dr. Emerson Ware, Jr.
July 18
INDUSTRIAL AUTHORITY MEETING: The Lake Martin Area Industrial Development Authority will have its quarterly meeting on Monday, July 18 beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the Betty Carol Graham Technology Center Executive Board Room on the campus of CACC.
July 22
FLAG RETIREMENT: The Clay County VFW Post 9581 is holding a flag retirement ceremony July 22 at 4 p.m. at the Bibb Graves School.
July 22-23
RODEO: The Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area is hosting its 10th annual Lake Martin Area Rodeo July 22 and 23. Gates open at 5 p.m. with the show at 7 p.m. at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. The PCA-sanctioned rodeo is run by Brett Woody, Bar W Rodeo Company.
July 23
BINGO NIGHT: Bibb Graves School is hosting bingo night July 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Goodwater is celebrating its 127th
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SUMMER READING PROGRAM FINALE: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is hosting a finale for the summer reading program July 30 at the Sportplex Gym at 10 a.m. with games and a kids lunch. NIGHT IN PEARLS: The Gloria Boleware Show is hosting An Elegant Night in Pearls at the Passion Church July 30 at 6 p.m.
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MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a watercolor workshop Sept. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover birch trees in a snow scene. You can register at Wine Emporium or by calling Dottie Holdren at 256-377-4918.
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MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Oct. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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CHRISTMAS CARD WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a Christmas Card Workshop October 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover dogwoods, pink and white.
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vehicle drivers, two vehicle passengers, three motorcyclists and one motorcycle passenger were killed. Of the four killed in vehicles equipped with seat belts, only one was using a seat belt. All four individuals on motorcycles were wearing helmets. It is important to note this total is for Trooper-investigated fatalities. State statistics will be available at a later time. During the previous year, the Fourth of July holiday travel period – which was a day shorter than this year’s extended period – Troopers investigated five fatalities on roadways and two boating fatalities.
Locally, there were several accidents, but none resulted in fatalities. A three-vehicle crash on Highway 280 Sunday evening tied up all traffic on the highway for almost two hours. According to Alexander City Police Department Assistant Chief Jay Turner, a vehicle turned from Dadeville Road onto Highway 280 and was struck as it crossed the westbound lanes. The impact then drove the vehicle into the path of eastbound traffic where it was struck again. While two people were transported to Russell Medical Center, Turner said both were treated and released.
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he Chit-Chatters met at Cazadores Mexican Restaurant on Cherokee in Alex City last Thursday for their monthly Luncheon. We all had a fabulous time, great food, good service and chatting. Those attending were Jackie Dean, Jackie’s beautiful granddaughter Ally, Lynda Moseley, Janice Moses, Yvonne Myers, Bong Koczur, Pat Garnett and Rosie Morgan. We learned that Janice Moses home suffered damage in the previous Monday’s storm from lightning hitting her land-line phone line, coming inside and burning up wires and phones. The saving grace was a super surge protector she used, otherwise it may have taken the whole house. So, “a stitch in time does save nine”.
intense. I would never want to freely travel to that part of the world. The story ends as one of the main characters who survives – with his arm barely hanging on, having lost his clothes in a fire and being very bloody and wrapped in a blanket – boarding the plane for home. Then when the film ended, we caught some news. That very day the 800 pages of the Benghazi reports were released to the public. So, while the epic film was amazingly fresh in our minds, we were hearing the results from the other men/ women that were there. Then Megyn Kelly talked with the special operations superman (after his healing over the years) that we saw portrayed getting on the plane, a broken man that walked under his own steam to leave
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Sometimes fate has a way with things. You may meet the perfect new friend that you feel you’ve known forever or sense a smell that reminds you of a dear late family member. Music will spark a sweet memory or some caring kindness befalls you and makes your week. I’ve had my share of different sorts of fate happenings, some very special. Last week we got a ‘free Dish on demand’, and chose to see “13 Hours” the true story about Benghazi, which we’d wanted to see since it was released. We watched the film and it was very
Libya. It was amazing, these strong men at the Benghazi compound were shot at, received incoming rockets, then the rooms were doused with gasoline and set a-light. Thick black smoke took over the rooms and soon engulfed all breathing space there. This would be a fabulous book for required reading in high school. Then the following day we learned that former President Clinton had met on the tarmac with Loretta Lynch, U.S. Attorney General. One waited for the other, then tried to tell the press that it was quite by accident. But due to controversy, neither would do such again. Paying attention and remembering things that are important was truly stressed by my parents during my
upbringing. Then right after that Attorney General Lynch and former President Clinton both said they would not do it again as it looked or gave the impression of impropriety. They both should know better, both having been attorneys general. And former President Clinton possibly a witness for his wife on the privacy issues of her e-mails and private server. Mrs. Clinton says she is under a regular security review, but the FBI says they don’t “review.” She was under criminal investigation, until Lynch announced that, while 110 emails on her server were found to contain classified information, Clinton would not face charges.. Good news, one-day Vacation Bible School +
is on Saturday, July 9, at Equality United Methodist Church, 9-3 p.m., for ages 4-9. Theme will be, “On the Farm, Growing with God,” which is perfect for our area. Exploring fruits of the Spirit, farm activities and water fun (bring your towel). Lunch and ice cream will be provided, plus special guest Tammy Chavers and “Charlie”. The day of fun is free-of-charge at EUMC, 281 Alabama Highway 259, Equality. For more information, call: 256-249-3460. Until next week, keep smiling. Rosie Morgan is a community columnist for The Outlook. She is a resident of Nixburg and writes about the events and people of the Nixburg and Equality areas.
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Ongoing Events RECYCLING: The Alexander City Recycling Facility is located at the Public Works Department at 824 Railey Road. All materials should be dropped off behind the green storage shed on the Public Works lot. The facility is always open for unassisted drop off. Assistance with drop off is available between 7:00 am until 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Please contact Terry Bishop at 256-409-2020 for more information. AWANA: Wayside Baptist Church hosts Awana Sundays from 4:40 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for ages three to high school. For more information contact George Gardin, student minister, at 864-580-0343. READY TO WORK: Ready to Work is a FREE jobs skills training program offered at Central Alabama Community College Career Center. Classes meet Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Completion of the program depends on the skill level of the individual. For more information contact Elaine Balint, instructor, at 256-215-4496 (leave message) or ebalint@ cacc.edu. OFFICE CAREERS: The Office Careers Technology program is funded by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and was created to help dislocated workers learn new employable skills. To qualify for the programs be a dislocated worker (layoff) or a low-income family. Anyone interested in the classes should contact the Alexander City Career Center @ 256215-4494 and ask about the WIA program. Most all dislocated workers automatically qualify for financial assistance. The program is 52 weeks and is open entry/ open exit. Students learn at their own pace in a non-traditional classroom setting. Classes begin when students are approved and they may leave when they receive any or all of the certificates offered. Classes are Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.--3:00 p.m. (with a lunch break). All textbooks and class materials are supplied. Certificates available are receptionist, inventory clerk, data entry clerk, administrative assistant, accounting office clerk, medical office clerk, legal office clerk.
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development.” The nature of what was discussed was not released and no vote was taken as a result of the information. City Attorney Larkin Radney also met with the council on possible litigation involving the Americans with Disabilities Act. In other action, the council: • Approved an
ordinance by a 6-0 vote to rezone property located at 156 10th St. West from its present B-1 neighborhood business to B-2 general business. • Approved by a 6-0 vote a resolution declaring property at 874 Johnson St.t and 184 Campground Road a public nuisance under the city’s weed abatement
ordinance. • Approved by a 6-0 vote a resolution designating the City Clerk to fulfill the duties required by the Mayor in conducting the municipal election for 2016. • Tabled a request from MainStreet Alexander City for funds to enhance Broad Street Plaza. The group was asked
to resubmit the request during the upcoming budget process. • Approved by a 6-0 vote a request by Dolgencorp LLC for a 050 Retail Beer (off premises only) and 070 Retail Table Wine (off premises only) dba Dollar General Store 17029 located at 3159 Hillabee Road.
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hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend celebrating the birth of our nation, but it’s now time to get back to the salt mines or grist mill or wherever you might be gainfully employed. Believe it or not, we’re only two months away from legitimate, real-deal college football. I’m going to take four of the next eight weeks and dedicate my column to a preview of Auburn’s 2016 schedule. We’ll look at three teams in each article and see just what the Tigers are up against this year. Let’s kick things off with the first three opponents that will visit Jordan Hare Stadium. Auburn vs. Clemson (Sept. 3) – Dabo Swinney has led the other orange-clad Tigers to five straight seasons with at least 10 wins. Obviously, last year Clemson came up just short against Alabama in the national championship game. Auburn will definitely have its hands full right out of the gate with a matchup against the probable No. 2 team in the country. Clemson returns eight starters on offense including Heisman front-runner and breakout star of 2015 QB DeShaun Watson. The Tigers also return 1,500yard rusher Wayne Gallman and a bevy of receivers who combined to have over 4,000 yards receiving. Watson can make the spectacular play with regularity, but also possesses sound fundamentals which makes him that much more dangerous. Clemson’s defense isn’t nearly as fortunate as its counterpart returning only four starters from a year ago. This could possibly be a weakness for Auburn to exploit if Gus Malzahn has cured the offensive ails of last season. However, Clemson DC Brent Venables lost nine starters off the 2014 team and still managed to produce a top 10 defense in 2015. Auburn will be the underdog, but it’s a night game at Jordan Hare Stadium so anything’s possible. Auburn vs. Arkansas State (Sept. 10) – The Red Wolves won the Sun Belt Conference last year with a record of 9-4. They also produced the No. 15 rushing attack in the country rolling up 40 points per game. Four starters return on the offensive line, but State will have to replace starting QB Fredi Knighten and starting RB Michael Gordon. The Arkansas State defense returns eight starters which is either good or bad depending on your point of view. They had some difficulty stopping opponents ranking No. 88 in the country in total defense. It goes without saying that this should be a convincing victory for the Tigers, but I’ll say it. This better be a convincing victory for the Tigers. Auburn vs. Texas A&M (Sept. 17) – The Aggies opened the 2015 season with a record of 5-0, but from that point on finished the season going 3-5 including a loss at home to Auburn 26-10. Two five-star QB’s transferring and a new OC later, Texas A&M needs a bounce back year in 2016. Oklahoma transfer QB Trevor Knight won the starting job in the spring and has an incredibly talented receiving corps at his disposal. DC John Chavis is in his second year, so the defense should be improved. I believe this is the most important game on Auburn’s schedule. No matter what happens against Clemson, the Tigers must win this game. They cannot afford to open conference play losing a very winnable game at home. Andy Graham writes a regular sports column for Tallapoosa Publishers.
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Alexander City native Robert Howard, far right in black cap, prepares to take part in the 2016 Olympic swim trials in Omaha, Nebraska last week.
Robert Howard competed for a spot on the U.S. Olympic swim team By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor
Robert Howard’s chances of going for the gold in the 2016 Olympics are now over as the Alexander City native failed to quality for a spot on the U.S. Olympic swim team during last week’s trials in Omaha, Nebraska. Howard had two opportunities to represent the United States in Rio next month. His first came on June 29 when Howard competed in the men’s 100meter freestyle event. But he placed 54th after starting with a .64 reaction time. With a time of 50.65, Howard fell short of the leader by 2.22 seconds and failed to move on to the event’s semifinals. Howard had one more shot to make the team on Friday by competing in the men’s 50-meter freestyle event. But that opportunity was dashed when he came in 45th with a time of 23.03. After getting off the block with a 0.68 reaction time, Howard trailed the leader by a mere 1.27 seconds. But that was enough to prevent him from moving on to the event’s semifinal round.
As a member of the University of Alabama swim team, Howard was familiar with most of his competitors. However, the enormity of the Olympic trial itself was somewhat intimidating. “There were about 14,000 people there,” Howard said. Adding to the intimidation factor was the national television coverage. “It was kind of nerve wracking when everybody in America was watching you,” Howard said. Plus, the solidarity Howard felt in previous meets with his Alabama teammates was difficult to find in Omaha. “You’re usually competing with your team,” he said, “but here, you were just competing for yourself.” Howard’s fellow qualifying teammates did join him at the Olympic trials. But they each arrived on their own, not as a group such as other teams did. “I don’t know if we’ll do that again,” Howard said. “It was a weird meet for everybody.” While the results from last week’s Olympic trials weren’t what Howard had hoped for, he gained a lot from the
experience. One of the best things he took away from the huge undertaking was being the recipient of numerous well wishes from Alexander City. “I know I got some support back home,” he said. That support came in the form of Facebook messages sent from the Alexander City Torpedoes and other residents. “I just want to thank everybody for their support,” Howard said. Now that Howard won’t be heading to Rio, he’s not quite sure whether he’ll try for the 2020 Summer Olympics. “If I got my times where they need to be to qualify I might try,” he said. However, Howard may have other things on his mind by then. “I’ll be graduating (from UA) in 2019,” he said. Howard explained that with such a timeline, his focus could be on his career by the time the 2020 trials take place. “But that’s a long time away,” he said. “I don’t even know what I’m having for lunch today.”
Adult League Softball season coming to an end By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor
The Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department’s adult softball league has had an active 2016 season. According to Parks and Recreation Director Sonny Wilson, that success is measured by the fact that the league boasts 24 teams. “It’s been great,” he said. So great that the league is subdivided into three divisions. Silver A and Silver B are all male. “We also have a co-ed league,” Wilson said. The season, which started early in June, is now in its fifth week at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. Silver A played last night. However, results were not available at press time. According to Quick Scores tabulation the Warriors and the Alcoballies are tied at the top of Silver A with 7-1 records. Yak Squad follows close behind at 4-2. With three wins each are Top Flight, T.A. Wear and Rough Riders. Behind them are Knuckle Heads at 2-5 and Sons of Pitches at 1-7. Silver B plays Thursday, with games starting at 6 p.m. With an undefeated record, Money Ball tops the division’s standings. Southern Heat
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Brandon Fuller makes his time at bat for the Warriors count during Tuesday’s game against Yak Squad.
is a close second with 5-1. Winning three games each are Yeti, Shockers, Strokers and Top Notch. Rounding out Silver B are Bad Attitude at 1-5 and Bangerz, who have yet to win a game.
Co-Ed next plays Monday, with games beginning at 6 p.m. Topping the division so far at 7-1 are Angry Cocks. Dozers follow close behind at 6-2. Winning five games each are Amtech and Rippers. Insanity has a 4-4 record. The
Gray Sharks and FUMC each have two wins. Whosoever rounds out the Co-Ed division with a record of 1-7. After Monday’s games, the Adult League Softball Tournament begins at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 12.
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50+ plus to host program Prayers to the Nolen family in their time of loss on the roaring ‘20s O
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he Alexander City Parks and Recreation Seniors Active Center will be hosting a Brunch and Learn program based on America in the 1920’s on July 11 starting at 9:30 a.m. We will be learning about gangsters, music and dance, female liberation....good times and bad times. We will get to know how consumer products were advertised, Birmingham’ s role in the automobile’s development and the advent of radio. Of course there will be more subjects discussed so your just going to have to come if you want to know more. RSVP as soon as possible to 256-3292910. The ACPR 50+ program will be traveling to Pigeon Forge in November. For more details stop by the center and get a trip information flyer. Our bus window is finally fixed! We might be able to squeeze in one or two evening dinner outings this month. Call the center to find out if you are interested in going if a
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trip is scheduled. This month we will be pinpointing why having a senior activity center is important for the community. 1. Social interaction offers older adults many benefits. Staying socially active and maintaining interpersonal relationships can help you maintain good physical and emotional health and cognitive function. “May we think of freedom not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right.” – Peter Marshall. Get well soon wishes to Barbara Mattox, Dannie Dean and Chuck Gallagher. Until next time keep a smile on your face and love in your heart. Holt writes about the events and people of the Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department’s 50+ Club.
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. Coosa County Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Coosa County Courthouse in Rockford at 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday and at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday. Coosa County Industrial Development Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room in the courthouse in Rockford. Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. in city hall. Daviston City Council meets the third Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Daviston Fire Department. Goldville Town Council meets the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the town hall. Goodwater City Council meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held upstairs in the courthouse
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. 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 second and fourth 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.
ur 100-yearold Miss Lurie Nolen has gone to heaven to be with Mr. Mack Nolen and McWayne Nolen, plus all people who have gone on to heaven. The late Lurie Nolen was loved by everyone. Rev. Paul Vick conducted here precious funeral. God bless the family members of the late Miss Lurie Nolen. The late Lavan Oliver is in heaven now too. He was a Christian man loved by everyone. Smile and know the Lord loves us daily. What an awesome God we have! Our grandson, Patrick Bryan Moody, and family are enjoying the Fourth of July holiday in Arkansas with relatives. Be careful and prayers are with you. Enjoy your Fourth of July holidays but be careful and let someone
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know you love them. Bryan and I celebrated the Fourth of July in Alexander City with Clint and Penny Moody, Bud Desiree and Keegan and Paisilee Sharpe of Daviston. We had a great time as all families who were celebrating. Hope Sunday School class of New Salem Church sends Steve Allen get well wishes and prayers. He is an awesome man to know. Happy birthday to Julie Turner and James Vickers on July 3. Happy birthday on July 4 to Jack Peters. New Siters send prayers and Happy Birthday wishes to a precious lady, Mildred Vickers, now living in
Eufaula. Mildred, we still love you. You were always so precious to everyone in New Site. Eufaula, Alabama is a good place to live and her assisted living quarters is nearby her daughter, Mary Ellen. Please pray for our leaders for our country, state and all phases of government.
Next week I should be able to tell you about many on vacation during the Fourth of July. Yates is a community columnist for The Outlook. She is a resident of New Site and writes about the event and people of the New Site area.
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4-LB. BOX
8 $ 88 1
USDA INSPECTED WHOLE CHICKEN SPLIT FOR BBQ
LB.
1
$ 99
2 ¢ 99
1 $ 99 3
%
TURKEY & GRAVY, SALISBURY STEAKS, CHARBROIL PATTIES OR MAC & CHEESE
USDA SELECT BEEF THIN SLICED BOTTOM ROUND STEAK
LB.
$ 49
VALUE PACK
$ 19
LB.
VALUE PACK
$ 99
4
LB.
LB.
USDA INSPECTED FRESH ASSORTED
USDA SELECT BEEF TENDER
USDA INSPECTED FRESH CHICKEN
PORK CHOPS
CUBED STEAK
THIGHS OR DRUMSTICKS
USDA INSPECTED CENTER CUT PORK CHOPS VALUE PACK
LB.
JUMBO VALUE PACK
$ 88
2
SMITHFIELD SEASONED READY TO COOK PORK TENDERS ASSORTED FLAVORS
LB.
ZEIGLER SLICED
SMOKED BACON.................16-OZ. PKG.
18.4 OZ. PKG.
$ 99
CAROLINA REGULAR OR POLISH
3
RED WIENERS.......................12-OZ. PKG.
5
LB.
100
6 PK. 1/2 LTR. BOTTLES
5/$
2-LTR. BOTTLES
4/$
5
KELLOGG’S FRUIT SNACKS ASSORTED
2/$
7-8 OZ. BOX
4
PIGGLY WIGGLY PORK
SAUSAGE LINKS.............BIG 20-OZ. PKG.
2/$ 8-12.4 -12.4 OZ. BOXES
SPRING WATER
BAG
$ 88
1
1 $ 99 5
2/$
GAL.
¢
88
1/2-LTR. -LTR. BOTTLES
DOUBLE LUCK
LAY’S VARIETY PACK CHIPS
GREEN BEANS, CORN OR SWEET PEAS
2/$ 15-OZ. CANS
GOLDEN FLAKE
REGULAR OR JALAPENO GOLDEN FLAKE CHEESE
MAIZETO TORTILLA CHIPS 10-OZ. BAG
5 5-6 OZ. BAG 4/$ PUFFS 4 OR CURLS................................... $ 99
4/$
ASSORTED
5 LIPTON TEA 99¢ MAYONNAISE 5/$ 10 BATH TISSUE $ 29 2 PAPER TOWELS
GATORADE..................................................32-OZ. BTL. 8-PACK PEPSI &
PEPSI PRODUCTS.................7.5-OZ. MINI CANS ASSORTED VARIETIES CAP’N CRUNCH
ASSORTED 12 PK, 1/2-LTR. BTLS.
CEREAL..............................................11.5-14- OZ. BOX
....................................30-OZ. JAR
ANGEL SOFT DOUBLE ROLL
RED RIPE
ROMA TOMATOES....... .......LB. LB. ASSORTED GOURMET
CROUTONS...... ......5-OZ. 5-OZ. PKG. CALIFORNIA FRESH
CELERY..................... .....................EA. EA. RED RIPE
STRAWBERRIES..... .....1-LB. 1-LB. PKG.
YOPLAIT Y PLA AIT YOGURT YOGURT
10/$
5
EA.
¢
99 $ 39 1 $ 29 1 2 /$ 5
RED PLUMS OR NECTARINES
4 $ 99 1 $ 99 9 2/$ 8
$ 99
1
ASSORTED
4-6 4 -6 O OZ. Z.
3
CALIFORNIA
..............................8-ROLL PKG.
SOUR CREAM
88
1
.....................................24-ROLL PKG.
FIORA
$ 89
$ 29
$ 99
PIGGLY WIGGLY
ASSORTED
¢
1/2 LTR. BTLS.
5
LE T TUCE
1
$ 99 ................................................... 4
PIGGLY WIGGLY 8O OZ. Z.
24-PACK AQUAFINA WATER
2/$
CALIFORNIA FRESH
5
ASSORTED
20-CT. PKG.
2
Produce
5
NATURE’S OWN BREAD
LOAF
$ 89
SLICED BOLOGNA....................1-LB. PKG.
24 PACK CRYSTAL GEYSER
ASSORTED TASTYKAKE DONUTS TS
VALUE PACK
LB.
ZEIGLER JUMBO FRANKS OR REG. OR THICK
WHOLE GRAIN
CRYSTAL GEYSER SPRING WATER
LB.
ONCOR ENTREES...............26-28 OZ. PKG.
CHEEZ-IT CRACKERS
10
$ 88
2
ASSORTED
PEPSI & PEPSI PRODUCTS
PEPSI & S PEPSI PRODUCTS
$ 99
VALUE PACK
BEEF 4 NO SOLUTION ADDED ¢ 99
SMOKED SAUSAGE..........14-OZ. PKG. JOHN MORRELL BUN-LENGTH WIENERS
2/$
$ 88
CAROLINA PRIDE SLICED BONELESS 1/4 HAM
LB.
8 PACK BLUE BUNNY
MR. P’ss PIZZAS ICE CREAM SANDWICHES M 5.2-OZ. PKG.
ASSORTED VARIETIES
4/$
3
2/$
7
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