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Council members try to clear up questions they’ve been asked by residents with financial issues, there was a criminal investigation launched into city golf course funds that At about this time last summer, were possibly stolen and no the campaigns by candidates progress was being made on a hoping to be council members new budget. and mayor in Alexander City Monday night Councilman were going hot and heavy. Bobby Tapley used his comments The city had been struggling By MITCH SNEED Editor
Councilman Bobby Tapley raised questions about finances that residents had shared with him Monday.
time to ask the questions that residents had been asking him about the progress on the financial front. “I don’t mean to step on anyone’s toes, because this applies to me as well,” Tapley said. “But we were all elected
and we ran on that our city finances were our No. 1 goal. By our next meeting, we will have been in office nine months and we still don’t have a budget.” Tapley he said constituents ask him about finances regularly. See COUNCIL • Page 5
High-profile cases resolved in court By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
Christopher Durand Carelton of Dadeville plead guilty to sexual abuse second degree last week before Judge Ray Martin while Dadeville residents Jonathan Kurtis Caldwell and Kendall Luke Kidwell plead guilty last week to setting Colonel Tom’s on fire Dec. 14, 2016. Carelton will be require to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life as part of his plea agreement according to District Attorney Jeremy Duerr. He was 62 at the time of his arrest by the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department following an April 2016 See CASES • Page 3 Mitch Sneed / The Outlook
Mann family ready to ring in centennial reunion Sunday
Rain continues to fall Above, Sheila Ammons pulls a covered wagon carrying Haley and Corbin Ammons as Joey Ammons follows on a rainy trip to get snacks Wednesday. Left, 104-year-old Anzur Johnson of Goodwater is helped into the Outlook offices with an umbrella held by his son. Water drops on the windshield will be present again today as the impact of Tropical Storm Cindy is expected to dump more rain on Tallapoosa County. More than 3 inches have fallen already this week and the area could see as much as 6 inches before the storm moves on.
By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
Family reunions are often a big event on the calendar, when relatives scattered far and wide gather together to catch up and talk about the past as well as the present. For the Mann family, the 2017 reunion is more than just another chance to come together as one. It also marks the 100th anniversary of the first such gathering. Held every year since the early 20th century, members of the Mann family are looking to make this year’s reunion a very special event. See REUNION • Page 3
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finished seventh and Small Engines took ninth,” Benjamin Russell FFA Following a top advisor Josh Williams said. performance at the district What made the team even level, three teams of students more excited to have finished representing the Benjamin as highly as they did at the Russell chapter of the state level was the fact that, National FFA Organization for all three teams, it was traveled to Auburn in early their first appearance at the June to compete against other state competitions. It was a high school chapters during very thrilling experience, but the state convention. For Williams said it was also a being a young group overall, time of mixed emotions for Benjamin Russell had an Submitted / The Outlook the seniors, with this being incredible showing against The Benjamin Russell FFA teams and individuals pose with the banners they were awardtheir last chance to be state the other 11 teams on hand. ed while competing at the state level. Front row left to right: Blaze Mazzilli, Reed Scott, champions and advance to “Our Ag Mechanics team Jackson Knight, Jacob Morgan, Logan Wall and Connor Adair. Back row left to right: Advithe national competition. placed second in the state, sor Josh Williams, Jackson McMichen, Colby Ford, Drake Bulin, Logan Jackson, Dylan See FFA • Page 3 while Poultry Evaluation Jackson and Jordan Bunch. Not pictured: Shane Fuller. By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
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DEAR ABBY: My brother is in a long-term relationship. Throughout my teenage years, he raped me every chance he got. The emotional and physical abuse has left my life broken. Should I tell his girlfriend about it? I did confront him about it, but he just denied it. Wouldn’t she want to know? -- SURVIVOR IN FLORIDA DEAR SURVIVOR: Yes, you should tell his girlfriend about it! You should also tell every one of your relatives. Where were your parents when this was going on? While it may be too late for the police to haul your brother off to prison, you should absolutely talk to a rape crisis counselor about what he did to you. To locate a resource near you, contact R.A.I.N.N. (rainn.org), the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network. It may be able to help you put your life in order. Its toll-free
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Obituaries Mr. Johnny R Smith (Johnny Bravo) 1974 - 2017 Memorial Service for Mr. Johnny R Smith, 42, of Kellyton, will be Friday, June 23, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Scott Jordan will officiate. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 23, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mr. Smith passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Russell Medical. He was born on November 1, 1974 in Opelika, Alabama to J. R. Smith and Martha Smith. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Smith loved his family, friends, animals, grilling out and listening to music. He is survived by his mother, Martha Smith of Kellyton; sisters, Margaret (Terry) Olds of GA, Vickey (Joe) Queen of Kellyton, and Holly Adair of Kellyton; brother, Robert (Gail) Smith of Wilsonville; special loved one, Dana Halase of Kellyton; numerous nieces and nephews. Cale Harris and Drew Jones, whom he thought of as sons. He was preceded in death by his
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Mrs. Angela (Angie) Robinson 1956 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mrs. Angela (Angie) Robinson, 61, of Kellyton, Alabama, will be Friday, June 23, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the West End Baptist Church. Rev. Donald DeLee will officiate. Burial will follow in the Russell Farms Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 22, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Robinson passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at her residence. She was born on January 21, 1956 in Alexander City, Alabama to Joseph Alfred Blankenship and Faye Blankenship. She was an active member of West End Baptist Church. Angie loved spending time with family
Infant Carter Wyatt Smith 2017 - 2017 Graveside Service for Carter Wyatt Smith, of Goodwater, will be Friday, June 23, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Smyrna Cemetery. Andy Watkins will officiate. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 23, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Smyrna
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Cemetery. Carter passed away on Monday, June 19, 2017 at Children’s Hospital of Alabama. He was born on June 8, 2017 in Birmingham, Alabama to Isaac Smith and Adriana Gordy. He was a fighter! He is survived by his mother, Adriana Gordy of Goodwater; father, Isaac Smith of Lanett; grandparents, Dorothy Gordy, Jody Gordy, Amy Smith, and Jeffery Smith; aunts, Tiffany Gordy and Shelbie Smith; great grandparents Robert Barker, Avis Barker, Bobby
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Tallassee woman killed in single-car crash A single-vehicle crash at 11 p.m. Tuesday claimed the life of a Tallassee woman. Kelsey Leigh Moran, 25, was killed when the 2003 Volkswagon Jetta she was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch and overturned. Moran, who was not using a seat belt, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. The preliminary investigation indicates that alcohol and speed may have been factors. The crash occurred on Rock Springs Road near the intersection of Redland Road. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.
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incident on a boat near the Paces Point Boat Landing near Dadeville was charged with sexual abuse second degree and enticing a child to enter a vehicle for immoral purposes for inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old girl. Duerr explained that Carelton was sentenced to 12 months but the amount of jail time will be determined at a July 17 hearing. As part of the agreement the enticing offense will be dropped.
Sexual abuse second degree is a misdemeanor while the enticing offense is a felony. Caldwell and Kidwell, as part of their plea agreement, were granted youthful offender status and will serve three years of probation, which is the maximum for youthful offender. District Attorney Jeremy Duerr did not release the defendants’ names after the agreement, But Caldwell was 19 at the time of the incident and Kidwell was 20 and there
names were released in arrest reports from the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department. Owner of Colonel Tom’s, Tom McElroy hopes Caldwell and Kidwell learned their lesson. “I hope they take advantage of this deal from the state,” McElroy said. “I hope they learn from it. I won’t think about it any longer. It’s gone.” McElroy said that he most likely would not be involved in Colonel Tom’s in the future. “I have had enough of it,”
McElroy said. “I have an offer to sale it. I came here in 1981 with nothing but a bad attitude. That has changed. The people of Tallapoosa County have been good to me.” The club was a popular hangout that often featured live music. Colonel Tom’s was typically open serving alcohol from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Duerr said there would be a restitution hearing in the future. Stanley Holloway, 53, of Camp Hill was found guilty
of trafficking cocaine, a felony, and possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor. Holloway is scheduled to be sentenced July 17. According to court records, Holloway has several previous drug convictions including trafficking cocaine and methamphetamines. Also Richard Cound, 48, of Dadeville plead guilty to six counts of unauthorized cutting of timber and six counts of failure to maintain records.
Reunion “We’ve been encouraging as many family members as possible to come,” said Jean King, who has helped to set up the event. “We usually have between 40 to 45 in attendance, but we’re expecting around 70 on Sunday.” The reunion will begin at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Rocky Mount Primitive Baptist Church on County Road 79 near Daviston. The program will break for lunch, and will resume in the afternoon with a wide range of events, including Sacred Harp singing and a discussion of family history.
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Working together, the family has managed to trace their lineage in the United States back to the late 1600s, when one of their ancestors left England and arrived in Virginia. From there, the family eventually made their way to Georgia before settling in Alabama around the time of the Civil War, according to King. The reunion has always been on the fourth Sunday in June, according to family member and key reunion organizer Judy Burgess. This date coincides with the birthday of John Branch Mann, who hosted the first few
reunions at this house in Daviston and lived to be just over 100 years old. At his 100th birthday party, state Director of Public Safety (and his grandson) Floyd Mann and Governor John Patterson were in attendance. “We never hear any complaints,” Burgess said. “Everyone has a great time. Everyone loves getting to meet the new babies. We take the time to recognize the oldest family member in attendance, and we remember those who have passed on.” “It’s big for all of us to get together and learn about our family history,”
FFA In addition to the teams, FFA members Jordan Bunch and Shane Fuller competed at the individual level in several different categories. Bunch finished second in Specialty Animal Production, Diversified Crop Production and Diversified Ag Production, while Fuller placed second in Vegetable Production and Specialty Crop Production, third in Agricultural Sales, and fourth in Ag Processing. “For the individual competitions, they have to fill out an application that’s around 35 pages long. In it, they have to talk about what they do outside of school that relates to the content they learn in class,” Williams said. Unlike in the team competitions, there is no district-level for individuals. Instead, they move directly from the application process to the state level to compete. Further accolades were given to the Benjamin Russell FFA at the state convention, with the chapter being recognized as a National Superior Chapter. “The national organization sets requirements for the chapters each year. Based on how they meet the requirements, the organization ranks them either Superior, Average, or unranked,” Williams said. Being ranked as average means that the club is meeting the national requirements, but there is much they could stand to improve, while getting a superior rating says they are meeting the requirements at a high level, essentially going above and beyond, according to Williams. “The average is between 25 and 30 chapters in each state every year that receive a Superior rating,” Williams said. “This really speaks volumes about the students and their willingness to participate and get involved.” Lastly, three Benjamin Russell seniors, Logan Wall, Logan Jackson and Jacob Morgan were
King added. With many members of the Mann family interred at the Rocky Mount Primitive Baptist Church cemetery, Burgess said that some of the attendees may take the time to go through the graveyard and look for their ancestors if the rain holds out. She also said that, rain or shine, a wide shot photograph of all of the family members attending on Sunday will be taken after not having been able to for several years. In addition, a special commendation from Alabama Governor Kay Ivey will be read and presented at the
reunion, recognizing the Mann family and their history, both with 100 straight years of holding their reunion and other noteworthy events, including the 17 Mann men who served honorably during World War II. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. and running through
mid-afternoon, the 100th annual Mann family reunion is sure to be a enjoyable time for all of the relatives in attendance. “There are a lot of different names connected to the Manns,” Burgess said. “Everyone is welcome.”
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awarded with the State FFA Degree. Similar to the National Superior Chapter rating, there are certain requirements the students must meet in order to receive an FFA degree. There are five levels of degrees, with state being the second highest of the five. Going into the 20172018 school year, Williams said that the group would continue to shoot for lofty yet attainable goals. “Our goal is to advance in all our programs. For those teams that didn’t make state this year, their goal is to get to the state level. The three teams that went to state, the goal is to keep pushing and get
over the hump to win state and move on to the national competition,” Williams said. “At the individual level, their goal is to make first in the state and go to nationals.” Williams also said that interest in the Benjamin Russell FFA chapter has grown greatly, which easily translates into more members set to compete in FFA events, giving the chapter additional resources to move towards attaining their goals. Like many other student organizations, FFA offers both opportunities for community service and the chance to learn valuable life skills, along
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his Father’s Day I thought a lot about my dad. He is nearing his 75th birthday and is still very active. I could fill a book with all the life lessons I learned from him. In this blog, I want to focus on one of his best. My dad has always looked out for the underdog. Some of my best memories of childhood are of my dad standing up for the defenseless. Once, I saw him stop a gang of men who were beating up a poor, pitiful hippie (this was around 1970) who had had a fender bender with a hostile group of rednecks. Hundreds of people were frozen, just watching the beating take place. Not my dad. When no one would stop it, he did. I was so proud of him. On a business trip, my father stood up to defend a teenage waiter at a Howard Johnson’s who was being verbally assaulted by a big belligerent Texas cowboy. No one would stop the abuse,
in everyone. That stuck with me. To this day, I see Mexican workers through a different lens than many because of the words that RAY were spoken by my father. WATERS When I was a boy, I heard Columnist others use hurtful words to but my dad did. He had to describe African Americans. get involved physically to My dad taught my sister, protect the young man, but and me that was never OK. he did it. Never. He would pay for less People of every color were fortunate kids to go on precious and worthy of our church trips with those of respect. No one was less. It us who had a little more. was a theme I witnessed over He paid entrance fees for and over again. And, it made neighbors’ kids who wanted me want to be that kind of to play Little League. man. When he would hear My dad aced the ‘care someone speaking derisively for the underdog’ test and about undocumented for that I a very grateful. Hispanics working in our Father’s, your kids are country, he would without watching you. reservation tell them if a Please remember to pass river stood between him and down your best traits. Our a better life for his family, next generation needs those he would swim the river. He lessons if they are going to was not trying to be political. live big beautiful lives. He was just aware that beating up on people on the Ray Waters is a minister, lowest rung of society is not a motivational speaker and a a very admirable thing to do. syndicated columnist. He tried to see the good
Bobby Tapley represents District 1. His phone number is 256392-0344. His address is 1821 LaVista Road, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Public Safety committee.
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Buffy Colvin represents District 2. Her phone number is 256-750-0663. Her address is 786 I Street, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Buildings and Property committee.
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Scott Hardy represents District 3. His phone number is 256-4962450. His address is 549 Sleepy Hollow Drive, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Parks and Recreation committee.
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Eric Brown represents District 4. His phone number is 256-3972011. His address is 1421 Parrish Drive, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Public Works committee.
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Tommy Spraggins represents District 5. His phone number is 256-234-3609. His address is 1539 College Street, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of Finance committee.
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Tim Funderburk represents District 6. His phone number is 256-825-2993. His address is 1431 River Oaks, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of Utilities committee.
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Elmer’s Glue, so I told her we’d go somewhere else. She looked at me like I had slugs and snails and puppy dog tails coming out of my nose. “Noooooo. This is perfect,” she said. “It’s sparkly.” Indeed, it was. It was purple, sparkly Elmer’s Glue. Who knew that even existed? I only knew of the regular white stuff. When I was her age, I’d put it all over my hand and pull it off like dead skin. Yes, that’s kind of gross and disturbing, but I was a little boy. That’s who we are. Blame it on the slugs and snails. What can I say? We got home and made the slime. She read the recipe, while I pulled out the measuring spoons and other supplies. She mixed it all up and kept working it with her hands. She even said she was kneading it. Hey, as silly as slime is, if it’s a gateway to her learning to make homemade biscuits, then I’m all for it. Maybe her mom needs to get in on this slime craze, too. She kept working it and asked if I could add a little detergent. I was washing
dishes, trying to cook or something; I can’t remember, but I do know that I was busy and my hands were full. Much to my chagrin, I stopped what I was doing and poured her a little more laundry detergent. “Thank you,” she said. When it was ready, she looked over at me and said, “This is the best slime ever! It’s so sparkly.” I could tell she meant it by the smile that stretched from ear to ear. She even went on a weekend trip with her friend RG and took the sparkly slime with her. I think they made even more. As silly as it may be to a 45-year-old kid like me, the sparkly, purple, gluey, gooey slime made a 10-year-old little girl’s eyes light up and sparkle, making the entire process worth its weight in golden slime. She was a happy little girl, and that’s what it’s all about. A few days later, her eyes sparkled again, but this time that smile stretched all the way around her head. We found out that she was having a little sister. My eyes sparkled, too. In fact, they’re still sparkling. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com
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Dadeville demolition project continues to make progress the deadline, Gardner said that this would allow the city council to discuss and vote on them during The demolition of run-down their regular meeting on Tuesday, structures in Dadeville has moved June 27. Even if only one or two are one step closer to officially returned on time, the current plan is starting, now that the necessary to present to the council what has three potential bidders have been been received at that time. received. “What I see, the council will be In order to keep the project able to vote on the 27th, based on moving forward, the grant writer what we received,” Gardner said. Paul Monroe was set to send out “Further details on the project specific information Monday would be determined once the low afternoon about the first group bid is approved and that bidder of five buildings and lots to notified.” these bidders before needing It may be that the ultimate them to submit their price bids completion of this project is still for demolishing the structures, some ways off, but now that the according to Dadeville City Clerk involved parties are all on board Mike Gardner. and ready to bid on the first group “Once the information has been of houses slated for demolition, the sent out, the deadline right now is end is starting to come into sight. that they will need to have reviewed “No demolition has started the information and sent their bids yet, but we have been steadily in to us by noon on the 26th,” he progressing,” Gardner said. “It said. “This will give them time to looks like we’re going somewhere come out and look at them.” with this.” If all three submit their bids by
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ALEA encourages parental involvement to prevent underage use of alcohol, tobacco and more teens have their own bank accounts and debit cards. Frequently check their accounts for unusual activity. If he or she Summer has officially arrived. spent $15 at a gas station but Teens are out of school, giving didn’t purchase gas, ask about the them more free time – often at purchase. home alone or with friends. What • Inspect their wallets, purses is to stop them from consuming and backpacks: Look for fake IDs. alcoholic beverages and tobacco • If you have alcohol and/or products? tobacco products at home, keep “Parental involvement is them locked up if possible: Closely key,” said Lt. Darick Wilson, an monitor your inventory, and keep Agent with the State Bureau of an eye out for missing products. Investigation’s Alcohol/Tobacco • Get to know your teen’s friends Enforcement Division. “Some and their friends’ parents: Make parents may not realize just how sure your teen isn’t obtaining important a role they play in preventing underage use of alcohol alcohol and/or tobacco products from their friends’ parents. and tobacco.” • Look for changes in behavior: An involved parent who Have you noticed a difference communicates with his or her teen in your teen’s temperament or has a greater chance of making a disposition? Are they sleeping more positive impact on their teen, he or less? Are they hanging around a said, adding that parents may find different crowd? (During the school the following tips helpful during year, have you noticed declining the summer break and throughout grades?) the year: • Know the law: In Alabama, • Talk with your teen – and listen you must be 21 or older to to them: Ask about plans before they leave home to meet friends, to consume alcoholic beverages, attend parties, to “hang” with their and 19 and older to use tobacco products. buddies. Insist they inform you if To report a business that is those plans change. Teens who do willfully selling these products to not have adult supervision are far minors, please contact your local more likely to consume alcohol law enforcement. and/or tobacco. • Monitor banking activity: More
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Derby on Saturday, Aug. 19, as the town turns out to watch young racers speed down the hill in the planned soap box derby. “I did them when I was a child,” said local resident Marrell Ward, who has been instrumental in planning the derby. “I feel that, since the whole family gets involved, it’ll be a day of fun for everybody.” Ward said that he recently had brochures printed up and has been handing them out around town, conversing with people and drumming up interest for the derby. “Based on the conversations I’ve had so far, I would estimate that
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we could have between 30 and 40 participants,” he said. While there were some overall guidelines being put into place, Ward said he still wanted to maintain some flexibility for the event. For example, he was looking at having participants be aged 14 or younger, though some 15-year-olds might be allowed to race. While he preferred that the cars be made of wood, they could be made of any material, with the exception that particleboard could not be used on the frame. “The only rules we’ll be hard on are the safety issues,” Ward said. “There
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are three stipulations: Each car participating must have brakes, steering, and a safety helmet.” Currently, the events of Aug. 19 are slated to begin at 11 a.m. with testing and tuning, and the races themselves to kick off at 1 p.m. Ward believed that the street could allow for seven or eight racers to compete at a time, though the races would last until a winner was crowned. Following the races, trophies would be awarded to the first, second and third- place finishers. “I basically just want the children to come out and have fun,” Ward said.
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He indicated that he wasn’t sure what to tell them. Despite a couple of comments about city tax revenue being up from Mayor Jim Nabors and one from City Finance Director Sandy Stanbrough indicating that preliminary budget talks had taken place, no budget plan has been submitted for review. The city is still operating on last year’s budget, but Nabors and others said that has given them time to get the numbers right. Tapley said because residents want answers, he shared the concerns he has heard at the meeting. “I’m continually asked, each and every day, ‘When will our budget be prepared,’ and they say ‘This is what you ran on,’” Tapley said. “I’ve had some say, ‘Do you even know how much money the city has.’ I’ve been questioned about the golf course money. All these are things that I said, along with all the others sitting up here, that this was our No. 1 priority. This is just the voice of the concerned citizens – that’s what I’m sharing here.” Tapley was careful not to point any fingers. “I know people have been working tirelessly on it, but nine months and we still don’t have an answer,” Tapley said. Councilmen Scott Hardy and Eric Brown also indicated that they have been hearing the same things. “Just to piggy back
on what Mr. Tapley said because people are asking me too,” Hardy said. “I did make a call to the attorney general’s office a couple of weeks ago and it was my second call within a month,” Hardy said. “I was still unable to receive an answer as to where we stand in terms of the golf course money. It was an active investigation and they weren’t able to give me any more details. But if I do find anything out I will pass that along.” The Outlook reached out to Mike Lewis who is a spokesman for Attorney General Steve Marshall. He said he would try to get a statement about the status of the investigation into the golf course funds, but did say it was still active. Brown said people do want to know. “I understand what Bobby is saying,” Brown said. “Everyone asks me that as well about the finances. I know people are working on it.” Council President Tommy Spraggins chairs the council’s finance committee. Wednesday he said that he understands the questions and said that while he isn’t involved in the process every day, he offered a perspective that hasn’t been shared with everyone. “When you look at a budget, you have to figure we only a have a few months of the current year,” Spraggins said. “We didn’t pass
it, but we operating off the previous year and that really has helped us keep expenditures down. Rather than worrying about the current year, I’m more worried about the 2017-18 budget and making sure those numbers are realistic. “What we are working on now is a two-year budget. The current year will almost be done with actual numbers and then the 2017 fall in line because they’ve had the preliminary meetings. It’s hard to say when, but I know they are working on it.” Spraggins said that it’s his understanding that a 2014 audit is complete and that he hasn’t seen the final findings. The resolution of the 2015 and 16 numbers are almost complete and about ready to be turned over to Carr, Riggs and Ingram for auditing, Spraggins said. “I understand the frustration, believe me I do,” Spraggins said. “We want to get a good, solid 2017-18 budget, but there are still a lot of factors. The Auburn Study (on salaries) is still out there. We are told we will have it in time, and we try not to pressure them, because really you can’t push those kind of people. But we would really like to review that thoroughly and you can’t that at the last minute. I know there is a lot of work going on and a lot has already been done. I think that will show in time.”
arrested for theft. • Enrique Quintez Russell, 35, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana, possession of an open container and driving under the influence alcohol. • Burglary was reported on Andrew Jackson Road. • Domestic violence was reported on Bay Pine Island. • Theft was reported in the Sportplex.
Road filed a report for unauthorized use of a vehicle. • A resident of Dudleyville Road filed a report for domestic violence.
and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. • A one vehicle motor vehicle collision occurred on Youngs Ferry Road resulting in major property damage and no injuries.
Police Reports Alexander City Police Department June 20
• Jegeri Andricus Tuck, 20, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession drug paraphernalia. • Xavies Dundrea Campbell, 22, of Alexander City was arrested for discharging a firearm into an unoccupied dwelling. • Kenneth Earl Obryant, 52, of Sylacauga was arrested for receiving stolen property. • Possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was reported on South Central Avenue. • Burglary was reported on Lakeland Avenue. • Theft was reported on Hall Street. • Theft was reported in the 1500 block of 3rd Street. • Criminal trespass was reported on J Street. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City.
June 19
• John Slay Dodgen, 47, of Jacksons Gap was arrested for domestic violence. • Untayus Lovell Brown, 26, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of controlled substance. • Michael Gregory Burt was arrested for possession of controlled substance, possession of marijuana, chemical endangerment of a child and promoting prison contraband.
• Ronnie Tyrone Stowes, 40, of Alexander City was arrested for burglary and failure to appear. • Christopher Allen Salter, 31, of Jacksons Gap was arrested for two count of domestic violence. • Possession of a controlled substance was reported on O Street. • Domestic violence was reported in the 300 block of Andrew Jackson Road. • Discharging a firearm in the city limits was reported on J Street. • Domestic violence was reported on South Road Court. • Stalking was reported on Highway 280. • Possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana was reported on Elkahatchee Street. • Domestic violence was reported in the Elkahatchee Trailer Park. • Theft was reported in the 900 block of Ridgeway. • Utility diversion and tampering was reported on South Franklin Street.
June 18
• Sabriska McElrath, 19, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana. • Charles Tony Sims, 52, of Alexander City was arrested for appears in public place under the influence. • Xavies Dundrea Campbell, 22, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of a controlled
substance and discharging a firearm into an unoccupied dwelling. • Robert Whitten Goodwin, 30, of Auburn was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Burglary was reported in Alexander City. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported on Tallapoosa Street. • Domestic violence was reported on Court Square. • Theft was reported in the 1300 block of Old Kellyton Road.
June 17
• Kenneth Earl O’Bryan, 52, of Sylacauga was arrested for receiving stolen property. • Harassment was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported on Highway 280. June 16 • Jermaine Lasha Hunter, 33, of Alexander City was arrested for drug paraphernalia. • Robert Allen McTague, 42, of Daphne was arrested for possession of controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Deborah Ann Melton, 50, of Summerville, South Carolina was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Baron Kenneth Gray, 32, of Alexander City was
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• A resident of Coosa County Road 133 in Kellyton filed a report for domestic violence third that occurred on County Road 89 South in Camp Hill.
June 18
• Christopher Heard of Dadeville was arrested for three failure to appear child support warrants.
June 16
• A resident of Churchill Road in Camp Hill filed a report for harassment. • A resident of Churchill Road in Camp Hill filed a report for theft. • A resident of Highway 49 South Notasulga filed a report for theft.
June 15
• A resident of Highway 22 East filed a report for domestic violence. • A resident of Macedonia
June 13
• A resident of Old Dutch Road in Daviston filed a report for unauthorized use of a credit/debit card.
June 12
• Keith Evans of Alexander City was arrested for an active failure to appear child support warrant. • A resident of Pinkston Road in Dadeville filed a report for harassment.
Dadeville Police Department June 20
• A Dadeville man, age 37, was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear.
June 19
• A report was filed for Domestic Violence 3rd that occurred on Highway 280. • A report for Lost Property was filed that occurred in the Dadeville area.
June 18
• A Dadeville man, age 46, was arrested on three warrants for Failure to Appear.
June 17
• An Alexander City man, age 37, was arrested for Possession of Marijuana
June 16
• A report was filed for Theft of Property that occurred on Main St. • A two vehicle head on motor vehicle collision occurred on US 280 and Watley Street resulted in two injuries and major property damage. One victim was transported to LMCH and the other victim to RMC Alex City where they were treated and released.
June 15
• A two vehicle motor vehicle collision occurred on N. Broadnax Street resulted in property damage and one injury. • A two vehicle motor vehicle collision occurred on US 280 West resulted in property damage and no injuries. One driver was cited for driving suspended.
June 14
• A report was filed for Domestic Violence 3rd that occurred on E Lafayette St.
June 12
• A one vehicle motor vehicle collision occurred on US 280 and Freeman drive resulted in major property damage and no injuries. The driver left the scene and later turned himself in and was arrested for leaving the scene of an accident.
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MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night June 23. The Climb will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.
June 23-24
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Kellyton Chapel United Methodist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School June 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and June 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme is Super God, Super Me, Super Possibilities.
Saturday, June 24
TURTLE AND TORTOISE DAY: Wind Creek State Park is hosting turtle and tortoise day June 24 at 9 a.m to take the place of turtle races of the past. It is sponsored by Wind Creek State Park, Alabama Department of Natural Resources and the Auburn Museum of Natural History. Learn about gophers and tortoise with live animals, children’s activities, turtle egg race, turtle dasy and more at the campground playground. FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have Family Game Night Bingo from 5 - 8 p.m. Saturday June 24. Begin with hot dogs, pizza, chips and soft drinks. WOMAN-LESS BEAUTY PAGEANT: The Weogufka Center is hosting a woman-less beauty pageant Saturday, June 24. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with concessions. Show time is 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. SUMMER BAZAAR: There will be a Summer Bazaar to benefit the Lake Martin Laubach Literacy Council and Volunteer Connections of Central Alabama June 24 behind Karen Channell State Farm and in the office of VCCA. LMLLC will be selling softly used hard back and soft back books. VCCA will be selling plnats for $1 to $3, baked goods including pound cakes and sourdough bread, chances to win a hand crafted Adirondack love seat and flea market items. Individuals will also have items such as jams and jellies and other hand made items. There are still a few spaces left and it you would like to set up a table with your goods contact Carley at carleyatvcca@gmail.com
Sunday, June 25
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FAMILY REUNION: The 100th Mann Family Reunion will be June 25 at 11 a.m. at Rocky Mount Primitive Baptist Church. All descendants of John Branch Mann will gather for a covered dish lunch and fellowship. For more infor-
mation, call Judy Burgess at 256-216-6108. FRIENDS AND FAMILY DAY: GAP Fellowship Church will celebrate friends and family day Sunday, June 25 at 2:30 p.m. with special guest Pastor Curtis Seals of Lily Hill Missionary Baptist Church of Talladega. Lou and Marilyn Benson are the pastors of GAP Fellowship Church. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Oak Chapel Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting its homecoming June 25 at 10 a.m. the 11th Hour will be singing.
June 25-27
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: The Dadeville First United Methodist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Sunday, June 25 to Tuesday, June 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
June 25-29
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: West End Baptist Church 3040 Old Dark Rd. Alexander City is hosting Vacation Bible School, Galactic Strarveyors, June 26 - June 29 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Dinner for everyone is from 5-6 p.m. and VBS will be from 6-8 p.m. There will be classes from nursery up to adults and a van will be running. If you need a ride, you can call the church at 256-2342130 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Monday, June 26
MINISTERIAL MEETING: The Alex City Ministerial Association will meet Monday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. The church is located at 1098 King Street in Alexander City.
Wednesday, June 28
FIELD AND FOREST HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a field and forest hike June 28 at 9 a.m. The walk is for all ages. Meet at the outdoor classroom across from the beach. MOVIE: There will be free viewing of an environmental and other movies for teenagers at the Cooper Recreation Center Wednesday, June 28. Adults, please allow and advise your teenagers to come. Event is open to teenagers ages 13-17. Movie starts at 2 p.m. and questions and discussions will be afterward. Check it out! For more information, please call Ms. Dean at 256-794-0172 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Thursday, June 29
EMERGENCY PERSONNEL DAY: Wind Creek State Park is hosting an emergency personnel
day June 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit with emergency personnel from the surrounding area and see their vehicles and learn about how they are important to they community.
June 29-30
JEWERLY SALE: The Russell Medical Auxiliary is hosting the Masquearade $5 Jewelry Sale in the Russell Medical Community Room June 29 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 30 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, June 30
CHILDREN’S NATIVE AMERICAN ACTIVITIES: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park will present Children’s Native American Activities June 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to teach children how to create clay pots and play Native American games. Meet at the clubhouse at the campground playground. MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night June 30. Beyond the Mask will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.
Saturday, July 1
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 12 p.m. 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.
Sunday, July 2
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.
Wednesday, July 5
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
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Friday, July 7
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.
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 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be live performances, family fun and healthy snacks. For more information call 256-7495943.
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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 Still Waters 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 13-16
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 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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Torpedos 11-12 girls 50 freestyle (38.77) and Barrett finished off her day with a second-place finish in the 9-10 girls 100 freestyle (1:32.81). In the 15-18 girls division, Jasmine Tubbs totaled three top finishes. She was second in both the 50 breaststroke (55.63) and the 50 backstroke (51.86) and also placed third in the 50 freestyle (37.87). The Torpedos’ youngsters also had strong performances. Brynlee Alford captured second in both the 8U girls 25 free (22.90) and 25 back (26.70). In the same age group, Kendall Mann was second in the 25 breaststroke (38.50) and the 25 free (32.21) Briley Mann clocked in at 41.99 seconds in the 6U girls 25 free and 1:00.78 in the 25 backstroke, which were both good enough for third place. Torpedos have 7 top-5 swims at Opelika: In the big meet Opelika Invitational on Saturday, Arami earned the best finish of the day for the Alex City Torpedos. She touched the wall in 1:31.62 in the 13-14 girls IM, which put her in second overall. Arami was also fourth in the 50 freestyle (33.94). Jasmine Tubbs was the next best performer for Alex City. She earned fourth in the 15-18 girls 50 breaststroke with a time of 55.76 and was fifth in both the 50 freestyle (38.13) and 50 backstroke (51.42). Two Torpedo relay teams also had top-five finishes. In the 11-12 girls 200 medley, Reagan West, Dani Smith, Ava Barrett and Sarah Brown clocked in at 3:34.39 for a fifth-place finish. West, Barrett and Brown then
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State will be Alex City’s 10U and 12U softball teams as well as New Site’s 10U softball team. Both those tournaments will be held in Anniston. Alex City was the area victor for both age groups, and New Site’s 10U earned the runnerup spot.
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Four other teams have at least a week before beginning their state tourneys. District 5 champion Alex City 8U All-Stars will begin June 29 at Opp, and Alex City’s 9U, which was the district runnerup, also starts June 29 with its tournament
Schouten Lizi Arbogast / The Outlook
Top: Alex City’s Sarah Brown makes a turn in the 11-12 girls 50 butterfly during the Torpedos’ meet in Valley on Monday. Bottom: Alex City’s Kandalyn Gregg takes off in the 9-10 girls 50 freestyle during the Torpedos’ meet in Valley on Monday.
teamed up with Hailey Tubbs for fifth place in the 200 freestyle relay (2:45.02). Other top-10 swims at the Opelika Invitational included: • Briley Mann, 6U girls: 25 backstroke (9th place, 1:09.73); 50 freestyle (8th place, 47.58) • Arami, 13-14 girls:
50 backstroke (7th place, 45.11) • Barrett, 9-10 girls: 50 breaststroke (8th place, 53.70) • McKayla Mulkey, 13-14 girls: 50 breaststroke (6th place, 55.71) •Brown, 11-12 girls: 100 freestyle (9th place, 1:31.43)
helped qualify him for the Junior U.S. Open, where he is shooting for at least a top-three finish. His best finish came last year when placed fourth. Seven skiers participate in each event, and after Day 1, the field is cut to four for the final round. Schouten said in the tricks event, the lowest trick, a side slide, is worth just 40 points, while his top trick, a 540 wake – a one-and-a-half rotation over the wake – can be worth up to 310 points. Competitors have two 20-second rounds to
set for Phenix City. In Demopolis, Alex City’s 7U, also a runnerup, will begin June 30. New Site’s 12U baseball team will play in the Cal Ripken state tournament in Florence starting June 29.
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rack up as many points as possible. As for slalom, Schouten said there is a max speed and rope length and the skier attempts to run as many buoys – up to six – through a course. “It brings a sense of pride (to compete in this tournament),” Schouten said. “But in the end, I still have to realize there are people better than me, so I have to swallow it and keep working harder.” Schouten is one of just two skiers from Alabama in the international
tournament. There will be competitors from Mexico, Canada and even Russia in the tournament, but Schouten may hold an advantage because he skis on Ski Chaste, where the competition will be held, up to two or three times per year. “I know the water well,” he said. “Lake depth determines water speed and consistency.” Schouten said his ultimate goal was to compete in the Moomba Masters, a water ski tournament held in Australia which is the biggest in the world.
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JOE MCADORY
SLALOM ADDED TO SKIER’S TRICKS
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SEC football preseason magazines are a sight for sore eyes
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t’s a beautiful sight to behold – grocery store magazine shelves stocked with college football preseason issues. Honey, grab the cart and get what we need. I’m staying here for a while. For some reason, the Lindy’s SEC annual always grabs my attention. Maybe because its parent company, D.M.D. Publications, is based in Birmingham and probably has a better feel for the conference than other publications. Phil Steele’s national edition is amazing and jam-packed with content … but man is the type-face small. I made a few notes after thumbing through this year’s Lindy’s: The magazine did a nice feature on Alabama’s wealth at running back. Not only does the Tide return Bo Scarbrough, Damien Harris and Josh Jacobs, but freshman Najee Harris will probably make an impact as well. Throw this in with five-star freshmen Tua Tagovalioa (quarterback), Jerry Jeudy (wide receiver), Alex Leatherwood (tackle) and Dylan Moses (linebacker), and the Tide should be stacked for years to come. Lindy’s listed Auburn senior kicker Daniel Carlson as a first-team All-American, as well he should be. If Carlson, who made 28 of 32 field goals last season – including four beyond 50 yards – has another year like that, then it would be an absolute crime if he isn’t presented with the Lou Groza Award in December. He should have won it last year, too. Preseason rankings often raise eyebrows. Last year, I was shocked to see Tennessee and Ole Miss ranked in the Top 10 in so many polls. I think Tennessee even drew a first-place vote. Sheesh. I smell a voter from Homerville, Tenn. Anyway, thumbing through the Lindy’s Top 25, I was determined to pick out whom I believed was the most overrated. Oklahoma State at No. 5 because, well, it’s Oklahoma State and the Cowboys rarely finish in the top five, though I understand they have the horses to challenge. Then I noticed Southern Cal at No. 2. When I think of the Trojans, I have a hard time remembering the Rose Bowl. But I do remember 52-6. Most underrated? I can’t say Wisconsin will be one of the nation’s top five teams based on overall talent, but the Badgers return a wealth of starters from last year’s team that beat Ohio State and nearly won the Big 10. Plus, Wisconsin does not play Ohio State or Penn State this season, and gets Michigan at home. Don’t underestimate the power of favorable scheduling. The Big 10 Championship Game, however, might get tricky for the Badgers. This did not appear in the pages of Lindy’s, or any other preseason annual for that matter, but I was a bit surprised to read Pat Dye’s comments regarding Auburn, Alabama and tradition. If you don’t know, the former Tigers’ coach said Auburn would not match Alabama’s tradition in 500 years. Sixteen gazillion championships (somehow including the two-loss team in 1941) is hard to top, but it’s not impossible. Auburn, Vanderbilt, and anyone else in the SEC has a chance to win 16 national championships before the year 2517. Would you bet on it? Heck no. But the comments, from an Auburn man, didn’t do his former program any favors. That’s what surprises me most. Joe McAdory is Communications Editor at Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business.
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Alexander City’s Joseph Schouten has qualified for the Junior U.S. Open Water Ski Championships, which take place this weekend in Mobile.
Schouten qualifies for Junior US Open By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
For the fifth consecutive year, Alexander City’s own Joseph Schouten has qualified for the Junior U.S. Open Water Ski Championships, which will take place this weekend in Mobile. But this year will be a bit busier for Schouten, as he will participate in two events at the Open rather than just one. For the past four years, he has competed
in the tricks event, but this year, Schouten is now a part of the 17 to 21 men’s age division and will add slalom to his repertoire. “Time on the water, that’s all there is to it,” Schouten said. “The more time you put into it, the better results you’re going to get out of it.” Schouten comes from a water skiing family, and is now a rising sophomore at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, which is currently the
second-ranked team in the nation and won the Collegiate Water Ski National Championships two years ago. Specializing in tricks, Schouten is ranked 34th in the country with an average of approximately 2,100 points through his estimated seven to 12 tournaments over the course of this year. A tournament three weeks ago in Mobile and the Southern Regionals See SCHOUTEN • Page 9
200 medley relay wins 1st at Valley By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
Despite a tough week of cancelled practices and a relocated meet, the Alex City Torpedos swim team had a fine showing at its meet against Opelika and Valley. The Torpedos had a total of 20 top-three finishes, including a victory from the 13-14 girls 200 medley relay team. Chloe Davis, Carley Forbus, Sarah Brown and Bella Arami combined for a winning time of 2:53.68. Forbus and Arami both had stellar days. In addition to their win in the relay, Forbus also placed third in both the 11-12 girls 50 breaststroke and the 100 freestyle, clocking in at 42.82 and 1:16.39, respectively, and captured second in the 100 IM (1:24.27). Arami took home a pair of third-place finishes as well, finishing the 13-14 girls 50 breast in 43.91 seconds and the See TORPEDOS • Page 9
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Alex City’s Hailey Tubbs competes in the 11-12 girls 200 medley during the Torpedos’ meet in Valley on Monday.
Youngsters to begin state tournaments By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
After a successful run at the All-Star district and area tournaments, at least nine local youth baseball and softball teams are headed to their respective state brackets. First up is Alex City’s 6U All-Stars, which begins their state journey today in Spanish Fort. They will be joined by the Alex City 5U All-Stars, who start at Spanish Fort on Friday. Both the 6U and 5U Submitted / The Outlook teams won their District 5 Alex City’s 7U All-Star baseball team was the runner-up at the District 5 tournament and will play in the state tournachampionships. ment in Demopolis beginning June 30. Team members included, front row, from left, Cutler Holt, Owen Dye, Tyler Also beginning Friday McIntyre, Rhett Dean, Eli Taylor, Zi Marbury, Cannon Gregg, Cayden Humphrey, Cade Blankenship, Wyatt Fletcher, See STATE • Page 9 Que Parker; back row, head coach Caleb Holt and assistant coaches Eric Gregg, Brent Dye and Zac Dean.