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Matthew Clate McDaniel, 33, of Dadeville is scheduled to appear before Circuit Court Judge Kim Taylor at the Tallapoosa County Courthouse in Dadeville today at 1:30 p.m. for a preliminary hearing in his murder trial. McDaniel is charged with murder in the Jan. 17 shooting death of Norman Dean Crayton. McDaniel was arrested in the early morning hours of Jan. 17 after hunters found Crayton’s body in a wooded area off Barron’s Bridge Road south of Dadeville. Tallapoosa County Sheriff Jimmy Abbett said the victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The defense is expected to try to bring the victim’s criminal history into play as witnesses that would have had dealings with Crayton in the criminal justice system have been subpoenaed.
SHAWS SET FOR WEDNESDAY TRIAL ON ASSAULT CHARGES
Alexander City Mayor Charles Shaw and his wife Laverne are scheduled for a 9 a.m. trial on Wednesday morning at the Tallapoosa County Courthouse Annex in Alexander City, before Court Judge Clay Tinney. The Shaws were charged with third-degree assault following an April 25 physical altercation with Councilman Tony Goss after a council work session at City Hall. The fight occurred after the specially called work session and meeting had adjourned due to the loss of control. A total of 25 people have been subpoenaed to testify in the case. The altercation was also captured on police body camera, which is expected to be viewed at the bench trial.
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Dry conditions affecting lake levels By MITCH SNEED Editor
Lack of rain and dry conditions is having an impact on much more than our lawns. Alabama Power released an alert Monday saying that unless significant rain is received soon, the levels of area lakes including Lake Martin could be impacted as soon this weekend. “Despite an extremely wet winter season, the dry conditions that developed this spring have reduced the flows in rivers and streams that feed Alabama Power’s reser-
voirs,” the statement read. “Summer heat and evaporation are also contributing to the reduced flows. In response to these conditions, Alabama Power has minimized water releases from its hydroelectric dams. “In addition, recreational releases from Jordan Dam on the Coosa River will be suspended, starting the July 4 holiday weekend.” A significant portion of Tallapoosa County is listed on the United State’s Drought Monitor as being “abnormally dry.” The current level of Lake Martin is about three-quarters of a foot below the full sum-
mer pool of 491 feet. “It’s really impossible to predict what is ahead,” said Alabama Power spokesperson Allison Westlake. “It’s safe to say that unless there are significant amounts of measurable rainfall, the level will only get lower.” Westlake said that Alabama Power will continue to closely monitor conditions on the lakes and manage the limited water resources carefully. The company will continue to generate power at Martin Dam, but only on a limited level until conditions See LAKE • Page 3
Alex City man arrested after standoff with police
Convicted child abuser receives maximum sentence
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A man is in custody following an early Sunday morning standoff with
Alexander City Police Department personnel. William Carl Watkins, 34, of Alexander City was taken into custody on an outstanding theft of property warrant after police were able to get him out of the billiards hall next to Phones and Loans on Cherokee Road just before noon. “We got information that he was at that location,” Alexander City Police Department Cpl. Michael Howell said. “When we arrived we found he had barricaded himself inside.” Howell said there were no shots fired and See STANDOFF • Page 3
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Elks hold flag ceremony Alexander City Elks Lodge #1878 and Alexander City’s Boy Scout Troop 67 held a flag retirement ceremony Saturday. The Elks host at least one such service each year and this year a total of five service worn flags were retired. Above, Scouts Quentin and Konnery Carroll place flags into the flames as Elks salute. Elks’ Leading Knight Donnie Pritchard salutes during the Pledge of Allegiance before the start of the ceremony. “This ceremony is something that a lot of people don’t know about, or hear about anymore,” Pritchard said. “Especially today when some people are throwing our nation’s flag on the ground and burning it – we feel it is very important to hold this special ceremony.”
James Edward McInvale Jr. was sentenced to 30 years in prison Monday morning for aggravated child abuse and domestic violence. McInvale was sentenced by Judge Steve Perryman who oversaw his McInvale trial. “I have no doubt you were proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt at trial,” Judge Perryman told McInvale from the bench. “You show no remorse at trial and you have shown no remorse today. As you stand here today, you are still blaming others, including the grandfather of the child. The guilty verdict on both counts was returned in just eight minutes earlier this month. McInvale, 24, of Davis Circle See SENTENCE • Page 3
Spann to speak at reading program finale By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
Lake Martin Area United Way’s BuildA-Better Reader summer reading program is coming to a conclusion Wednesday with presentations from weatherman James Spann and a surprise special guest. “Meteorologist James Spann from Birmingham will be here to make a weather presentation,” Scott Hardy of the United Way said. “He always makes things fun for the children.” Spann is the lead meteorologist with ABC 33/40 in Birmingham.
Hardy says there will be another special guest at the program Wednesday at Stephens Elementary, just he cannot say yet. “It is a surprise,” Hardy said. The finale is Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Stephens Elementary School. In addition to Spann and a special guest at the finale, the summer program has had weekly programs involving snakes from the Yarbrough Reptile Show, Bricks 4 Kidz, a program that had classes on building robots from Legos and ZUMBA. And that was
in addition to reading programs like community reader and checking out books. Hardy believes this summer program was a success. “We averaged over 200 kids each week,” Hardy said. “Though it could not be done alone. It was my first time working directly with the program,” Hardy said. “I am grateful for all the work our executive director Sharon Fuller and program coordinator Jeri-Lynn Martin put in along with our partners the Alexander City Board of Education and Pediatric Associates.”
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repeating an ancient prejudice, and that’s all it is. It is no longer the position of the Catholic Church to excommunicate people who marry out of the faith. You asked my advice; here it is: The woman is a religious bigot. She’s unlikely to ever approve of you or stop trying to convert you, and it has gone beyond the point of concern for your soul to just plain insulting. She isn’t going to change, and as long as your boyfriend is afraid of “devastating” her, your situation won’t change either. A marriage to him under these conditions won’t be easy, so please think twice about it.
“adoption party” where everyone can come and hang out and just have a good time. What is the etiquette for such a celebration? It’s being held at a park where there is lots to do. Should I bring a card, a gift for the child, something for the parents or nothing? -- CONFUSED IN ARIZONA DEAR CONFUSED: What a wonderful occasion to celebrate! It would be thoughtful, generous and welcoming if you brought along a gift for the girl, and I’m sure it would be appreciated not only by their daughter but also by the new parents.
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Obituaries Jimmy R. Welcher
Funeral service for Mr. Jimmy R. Welcher will be held Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel at Bass Funeral Home. Dr. Albert Pike will officiate. Burial will follow in Dadeville City Cemetery at 1:00 PM. Visitation will be Monday, June 27, 2016 from 6 until 8 p.m. at Bass Funeral Home. Jimmy was born September 4, 1954, to Eugene and Emma Monroe Welcher. He is survived by 3 daughters: Angelia Schiveley, Tonya (C. J.) Mims and Kathy (Brandon) Peters. Brother: Johnny Welcher. Sisters: Brenda Stoffergen, Rebecca (Donnie) Garrett, Mary (Eddie) Williams, Nancy (David) Albright and Annie Mae Flounoy. Grandchildren: Kelsi, Kyerstan, and Kameron May, Coley Mims, Lacey Peters, Brittany Welcher, Hayden Thompson. Great Granddaughter, Rayleigh Ard. His baby “Little Bit”.Mr. Welcher was preceded in death by his parents. Bass Funeral Home and Cremations directing. http://www.bassfuneralhomeandcremations.com/
Mrs. Juanita Thomas Mrs. Juanita Thomas, 89, of Daviston Alabama died Saturday, June 25, 2016 at her residence. Graveside services will be held at 12 noon Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at the LaFayette City Cemetery with the Rev. Bill Hand officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 12 noon prior to the graveside. Mrs. Thomas was born in West Virginia to the late Joe Smith and the late Littie Cook Smith. She was a homemaker and a member of the LaFayette First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Forrest Thomas and 9 brothers and sisters.
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Marshall Street Church of God will once again team with the City of Alexander City and area businesses to host its patriotic Alexander City Celebrates America. The event is set for Sunday, July 3, starting at 6 p.m. Christian singer Josh Wilson will be the headliner of the pre-fireworks concert. Wilson is an Arkansas native who is an award-winning singer, songwriter and musician with a way of capturing life’s emotional moments in his songs. He mixes his songs with the classics in his performances. Admission is free to the event.
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In addition to the lake conditions, Alabama Power also has minimized water releases from its hydroelectric dams, with those releases at Jordan Dam on the Coosa River being halted beginning the upcoming July 4 holiday weekend. Westlake said that the company is working with government agencies, municipalities, businesses and industry, and community groups to communicate about its efforts to conserve water.
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“I am relieved that this is over and my only wish is that it could have been more,” Brown said. “I do thank the judge for seeing the se verity of what he has done and giving the sentence that he did and I thank prosecutors for working so hard for Gene. “It’s just tough because I see my son, who is not doing well, and know that the person who did this may be in jail, but is alive and well.” Brett Harrison, who served as McInvale’s attorney spoke briefly. “We ask the court to sentence him in a fair and just way.” McInvale did speak briefly to Judge Perryman but could not be heard from the gallery. The 20-year sentence on the abuse charge is the maximum sentence. McInvale was also fined $25,000 and ordered to pay court costs and attorney fees. McInvale may have to pay restitution. Harrison said after the sentencing hearing that McInvale will have to serve all 30 years in prison. Harrison also indicated that McInvale will appeal the case within the 42 days that is allowed but that the court would appoint another attorney to handle the appeal. McInvale will be 54 years old when he is released from prison in 2044.
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hen you think of youth league baseball, images of carefree youth playing games in the park, team spirit and proud parents come to mind. Last weekend in Alexander City, many such images were created as the Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department and local youth baseball officials welcomed 22 teams to the area for the 12 and under Babe Ruth-Cal Ripken State Tournament at Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. Organizers rolled out the red carpet for the young athletes with a pool party, cookout and concert. Then as Saturday’s action wrapped up, the skies over Alexander City lit up with a spectacular fireworks show. Parks & Rec officials worked hard to make sure the fields were in great shape and the Sportplex has never been more beautiful. The welcome and the conditions, outside the heat, drew rave reviews from the visitors. Why do organizers go all out for youth baseball? It is all about helping the local economy and raising the city’s profile as a welcoming, tourist destination. Each of those 22 teams brings approximately 30 people when players, coaches and family members are factored in. So depending on the calculations, this particular tournament has brought between 660 and 1,000 folks to the area. While here, those folks have to eat and uniformed players and their families could be seen at tables of local restaurants all weekend. Visitors must have a place to stay and getting a room in local hotels was a tough task as virtually every room was filled. Visitors also shop in local stores, fuel their vehicles and pump money – lots of money – into the local economy. The tournament’s economic impact on the city will be realized when Alexander City’s June sales tax figures are tallied and the month is compared with others throughout the year. While exactly how much these tournaments mean to local businesses isn’t yet known, there is no doubt that this event will make an impact. We welcome our visitors and applaud organizers for all of their hard work.
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s most folks across East Alabama know, the agricultural industry is a moneymaker and job creator in our state. The Agriculture industry boasts over 500,000 jobs and brings in more than $70 billion total a year to Alabama. Because of this, I know firsthand how important agriculture is to all of us. As a senior member on the House Agriculture Committee, I make it a priority each year to hear back from folks across the state so I can best represent them in Congress. Since I was first elected, I have held meetings with the Third Congressional District Agriculture Advisory Committee, which is made up of farmers and producers from each of the thirteen counties that make up the district. When I am in Washington, I meet regularly with agriculture groups from Alabama about issues important to them. Just in the past few months, I have met with Golden Flake Snack Foods and George Atwood, an egg producer from Alexandria, Alabama, about GMO labeling standards. I met with representatives from the Southern Crop Production Association on issues important to their organization. I also met with Alabama Cattlemen’s Association regarding the overreaching EPA and trade issues important to them as well as the American Association of Crop Insurers about President Obama’s dangerous proposed cuts to
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Crop Insurance in his budget. In May, I attended an Agriculture Full Committee Hearing titled, “Past, Present and Future of SNAP: The Retailer Perspective.” Opelika’s own Jimmy Wright, owner of Wright’s Market, testified at that hearing. This year I supported H.Res. 591, which commends cooperative owners and employees of the Farm Credit System, which was signed into law through the Farm Loan Act of 1916, for their continued service in meeting the credit and financial services needs of rural communities and agriculture. Today, the Farm Credit System plays a vital role in the success of rural communities in all 50 states and provides over $237 billion in loans to more than 500,000 customers. I also signed onto to letters which are important to our state’s agriculture industry. One was a letter to House Leadership opposing a Senate Resolution of disapproval of the Catfish Rule. The catfish inspection rule provides important oversight for American consumers when they buy catfish. It guarantees they are buying American-raised, properly inspected catfish. Another was sent to the Secretary of the USDA,
Tom Vilsack, to express concern regarding the Food and Nutrition Service’s (FNS) recently proposed rule to modify retailer eligibility requirements in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). These are just a few examples of what is going on in Washington when it comes to Alabama’s Agriculture industry. I will continue to fight for our hard-working farmers and all individuals in that industry. In other events in Washington, I feel like I have to address the Democrats’ recent disruptive sit-in publicity stunt. President Obama’s plan to defeat ISIS and protect our homeland has been a failure. This has been demonstrated by the recent terrorist attacks in Orlando and San Bernardino. President Obama ignores his failures by threatening our Second Amendment rights. He can’t even say the words “radical Islam,” but he never hesitates to attack the rights of law abiding, taxpaying citizens who own guns. It time for President Obama and Nancy Pelosi to stop the made-forTV stunts and get serious about fighting Islamic terrorism. I want to hear from you on this or any issue. Rogers is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and represents Alabama’s Third Congressional district. He Can be reached through his webpage at www.mikerogers. house.gov.
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Reader: Alex City needs help, status quo isn’t the answer Dear Editor: On the evening of Thursday June 23 the local Chamber of Commerce Director had a meet and greet at the Emporium Wine shop in downtown Alex City. This was an afterhours event that was well attended by business owners in Alex City. The most noticeable thing about this group was the people who were missing. There was no representation from our city government, the EDA or Mainstreet. So it would appear Alexander City still has no cohesion between the city government the EDA, Mainstreet and the Chamber. The four primary entities responsible for the economic wellbeing of our community still seem to not be communicating. Where were all the potential candidates who desire to rep-
resent our city after the next election? Eric Brown, Scott Hardy and Mark Lamborne took advantage of this event to discuss the issues surrounding our city government and spend time with the retailers who keep Alex City going with their tax revenue. In my opinion, there isn’t a single incumbent in our city government running for reelection who should be reelected. Three years have passed with three budget processes and the corruption within our city government is just now coming to light. This means either the current council and mayor are incompetent or they are complicit. The incompetent part has already been established. So where do we go from here? The election is coming. Shaw and Goss say they are
running. Of the five candidates for mayor who say they are running these two are the least desirable. Alexander City is still bleeding money. It is time for the bleeding to stop. It is time for the four groups responsible for the economic growth of our community to work together and move Alex City forward. When the time comes to vote take a hard look at the incumbents and see what they have accomplished during their time. Make good decisions. This could be the last chance for Alex City to be helped. We don’t need the status quo. Thank you for your time. Woody Baird De Opresso Liber Alexander City
Reader: Thanks to newspaper for its service Dear Editor, Congratulations to you and the Alexander City Outlook on winning a total of 18 awards in the Alabama Press Association’s 2016 Better Newspapers awards competition. You and the entire staff are to be commended for your consistent performance in
reporting the news within the Lake Martin community. We are all very fortunate to have the talented staff that is present at TPI. The quality of your reporting and photography work is superb and whenever there is a newsworthy event taking place within the area, you can expect to read about it
in one of your fine publications. Thank you for the great service you provide our community. Sincerely, John Thompson President, Lake Martin Resource Association
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The Hackneyville Volunteer Fire Department Fireworks Bash is set for this Saturday, July 2 at the park in Hackneyville, just across from the department’s new firehouse. The event features all sorts of food, vendors and activities and games for children. Live music is planned with Kowlaliga Idol winner Baylie Kizziah and Alexander City’s Rexton Lee among those scheduled to perform. Admission is $5 for adults with chiuldren under 6 admitted free. Fireworks show will begin at dusk.
June 27 - July 1
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Faith Temple Church and Faith Christian Academy present Vacation Bible School 2016 “Barnyard Roundup” Monday June 27 through Friday July 1 from 8 a.m. until noon each day. The children will explore five Bible accounts that show how Jesus graciously gathers us together to be with Him – with His abundant provision and saving protection now and forever. For ages K-4 through 6th grade.
June 29
OPEN HOUSE: Bodyworks Massage and Spa is hosting an open house June 29 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 2828 Dadeville Road in Alexander City.
July 2-3
ARTI GRAS: Russell Lands is hosting Arti Gras at the Russell Lands Town Green July 2-3.
July 3
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.
July 6
SCHOOL LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves School is hosting its monthly luncheon July 6 at 11 a.m.
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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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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.
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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.
July 10 - July 13
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Calvary Heights Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible school July 10 - 13 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There is a kickoff party and pre-registration July 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Hillabee Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible School July 10 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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.
July 27
HEALTH FAIR: James Spann will be at the Bibb Graves School July 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a health fair.
July 29 - July 31
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
BEREAVEMENT CAMP: Camp I Believe will be at Children’s Harbor July 29 - 31. It is a bereavement camp for children ages 7 - 14 that have lost a loved on. It is an overnight camp and is free for qualifying applicants. Contact Julia Bassett at Julia. Bassett@gentiva.com.
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WETUMPKA DEPOT PLAYERS: Calendar Girls will be presented by the Wetumpka Depot Players July 14 - July 30. For ticket information call 334-868-1140 or go to wetumpkadepot.com.
July 16
SUMMER BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host a book sale in the library basement at 205 North West Street from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, July 16. The Friends will supply plastic bags for you to fill to the brim for $5 each or buy two bags and get the third one free! Books include fiction, non-fiction, classics, art, romance, cookbooks, decorating, self-help, religion, history and politics, beautiful coffee table books, and books to read to your children this summer. We also have several boxes of books recently donated for children and young readers. All proceeds go to improve the library. Call 256-825-7820 for information. TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves School is hosting a trade day July 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
July 17
CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Hatchet Spring Baptist Church is celebrating its 109th anniversary Sunday July 17 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Fredrick Jemison of Tallasahatchie Baptist Church in Childersburg. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served.
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.
July 24
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.
September 20
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.
September 24
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.
September 29 - October 15
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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.
November 15
MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Nov. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
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New Site police investigate weekend death case New Site Police are investigating a death that appears to be a tragic accident. New Site Public Safety Director John McKelvey said they were called to a home on Veazey Road at about 8:20 a.m. Saturday. There they found 31-year-old Kerry Lee Love unresponsive. “It appears that he had fallen in a bathroom and struck his head on a rock bathroom floor,” McKelvey said. “There was another family member there, but they had gone to the store and when they returned they discovered him unresponsive. They called 911 and started CPR. “In cases like this we send the victim to the medical examiner just to be sure everything is consistent with our preliminary findings. We should have those results in the next day or so.”
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• Christopher Lee Kenney, 44, of Alexander City was arrested for reckless endangerment and harassment. • Kimberly Rebbeca Hill, 21, of Alexander City was arrested for possession of marijuana. • D’stephen Oneal McFarland, 19, of Childersburg was arrested for discharging a firearm into an unoccupied dwelling. • Jamal Rashad Sturgeon, 37, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Criminal mischief was reported on Ripley Drive. • Criminal mischief was reported in the 2700 block of Dadeville Road. • Theft was reported in the 1500 block of Mill Square. • Domestic violence was reported in the 1500 block of Hillabee Street. • Theft was reported on Hillabee Street. • Domestic violence was reported on East Church Street. June 21 • William Laundrell Golden, 23, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Qualanda Jermaine Owens, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for assault. • Harassment was reported on Cedar Creek Lane. • Criminal mischief was reported on Highway 280. • Criminal mischief was reported on Highway 280. June 20 • Desmond Jamal Robinson, 24, of Goodwater was arrested for two counts of burglary, robbery and domestic violence. • William Carl Watkins, 34, of Alexander City was arrested for theft and carrying brass knuckles. • Domestic violence was reported on Warren Street. • Domestic violence was reported in Sunny Acres Family Resort. • Theft was reported on Madison Street. • Domestic violence was reported in the 1700 block of Cornerstone Place. • Criminal Trespass was reported on Highway 280. • Unlawful breaking and entering and criminal mischief were reported on Squirrel Island Road.
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June 26 • Robert Baker of Chewacla Drive in Auburn was arrested for driving under the influence. • Donnie Strickland of Chewacla Road in Opelika was arrested for a failure to appear child support warrant. • A resident of Highway 49 South in Dadeville filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of New Hope Circle in Dadeville filed a report for a private property accident. June 25 • A resident of Price Road in Jackson’s Gap filed a report for harassment. • A resident of Oak Ridge Court in Prattville filed a report for harassment. June 24 • Marcus Bolding of Foster Street in Tuskegee was arrested on two grand jury indictments for theft of property and possession of a forged instrument. • Sutton Johnson of Highway 280 in Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for a probation violation. • A resident of County Road 299 in Lanett filed a report for harassment. June 23 • A resident of Bayside Drive in Dadeville filed a report for identity theft. • A resident of Elkins Road in Tallassee filed a report for theft of property. June 21 • Austin Smith of Scott Road in Alexander City was arrested on a warrant for domestic violence harassing communications. • Jason Foster of 35th Avenue was for driving under the influence. • Desmond Robinson of Stone Cold Trail in Goodwater was arrested for two failure to appear child support warrants. • A resident of Lovelady Road in Tallassee filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of Lovelady Road in Tallassee filed a report for criminal mischief. • A resident of Lovelady Road in Tallassee filed a report for criminal mischief. June 20 • Teresa Black of Central Avenue in Alexander City was arrested for two failure to pay child support warrants. • A resident of Highway 63 North in Goodwater filed a report for harassment. • A resident of Goodwater Road in Goodwater filed a report for criminal mischief.
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HAD A GOOD RUN Alex City 12U Baseball team finishes state tourney with 4-1 record
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t’s that nutty time of year when basketball is over, the Olympics haven’t started and baseball is still meaningless. We are all just sitting patiently waiting for football; and nothing says, “football is getting moderately close; but not super-close” like my annual SEC Predictions series of articles. This week, I start with the SEC East… 1. Tennessee…. I tried REALLY hard not to put the Vols here. Not because they aren’t going to be good (they are). Not because everyone else has UT winning the East (they do). More because I hate bucking trends. Florida has defeated Tennessee every time they have played since 2005. Every time. Alabama has not lost to the Vols since Nick Saban began coaching the Tide. Not once. My lone reason for going against the grain and assuming UT can stop at least one of these streaks (which they will have to do to win the East) is that both the Gators and Tide make the trek to Knoxville. Though venue hasn’t mattered much in either series, this year — with a loaded offensive backfield for Tennessee — it just might. 2. Florida…. There are a lot of reasons to put the Gators lower than second in the East, but the main reason to slot them here is because the rest of the division seems so sketchy. Florida has been to the SEC title games more than any team in the conference; they know how to win. Each season is it’s on animal, but their successful past 25 years has helped changed the program’s DNA. The conference schedule also seems favorable outside of the road trip to Tennessee and the home game with LSU. If Florida can just split those two contests they may be in Atlanta again. 3. Georgia…. Like Florida, the Dawgs’ schedule is manageable. They get Tennessee in Athens, take on Florida in Jacksonville and face Ole Miss on the road. Considering UGA will most likely be going with a (albeit talented) true freshman at QB, I have them losing all three of those games, but those will be their only losses. 4. Kentucky…. Yikes…. This division starts to get ugly very quickly! So ugly that UK seems a shoo-in for the fourth spot. A decent defense and a nice running punch from Boom Williams will get the Cats and mid-range bowl bid come December though. 5. Vanderbilt… Putting the Dores two slots away from the bottom seems strange, but considering my alternatives it’s all I gots. I don’t expect Vandy to get a lot of surprising wins, I just expect them to win more than South Carolina and Missouri. 6. South Carolina… So things were bad BEFORE and the Cocks hired the ill-tempered Will Muschamp to make it better??? Good luck with that. In just about any other conference, USC would be picked last. All I can say for South Carolina is “thank God for Missouri.” 7. Missouri… With their school-wide turmoil being a constant distraction, I simply cannot find more than one conference win for the Tigers. That gets you picked last every time. Luke Robinson is an Alexander City native who also writes a weekly column for The Alexander City Outlook.
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Above, Alexander City 12U’s Jacob Scott (No. 12) crosses home plate after hitting one of the team’s home runs against Sylacauga Monday morning. Below, Dalton Bolen sends a pitch during the game. By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor
Alexander City 12U enjoyed a winning streak over the weekend during the Babe Ruth-Cal Ripken Youth Baseball State Tournament, but it ended Monday. Playing at Charles E. Bailey Sr. Sportplex, Alex City swept the pool-play round by defeating Citronelle by a score of 14-4, Lineville 11-3 and Attalla 10-3. The team was then second seeded for the single elimination round and went on to defeat Sylacauga by a score of 9-0 Monday morning. That particular win was especially sweet for Alex City. “This team beat us in district,” said Alex City head coach Brian Tate. Alex City won the game without giving up any runs. The team made the time at bat count when pitcher Dalton Bolen and outfielder Jacob Scott each hit a home run during the six-inning game. “And we hit six in the tournament,” Tate said. After lunch Monday, Alex City went on to face Florence Blue. That’s where the team’s streak of luck ended. “We had one rough inning where we gave up four runs,” Tate said. That’s when Alex City had
a couple of walks and also dropped the ball. “When you play a team like Florence Blue, you can’t have a bad inning,” Tate said. Alex City lost to Florence, 7-3. “We had a chance to win but didn’t,” Tate said. “But we played a solid game.” That loss knocked Alex City out of the single-elimination tournament.
“I’m proud of them though,” Tate said. “We’ve played five games over two days with just this one loss.” Despite Alex City’s state tournament elimination, the team’s tournament record of 4-1 earned them an invitation to the southwest regional tournament in Louisiana. Beating Alexander City Monday afternoon earned Florence Blue a spot in today’s
championship game. The team facing Florence Blue was not determined at press time. However, it’s down to Roanoke, Phenix City, Matthews Park and Atmore. Florence Blue and one of these teams will play back-toback games at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. today and the winner will be named state champion.
Alexander City All-Stars 10U takes 3rd at state tournament By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor
The Alexander City 10U All-Stars softball team claimed third place in last weekend’s National Softball Association State Tournament in Millbrook. On Saturday the Alex City girls defeated Chelsea and Hokefield but then lost to Eclectic, which came in second place when all was said and done. “Eclectic has kind of become our arch rival,” said Alex City head coach Beau McCary. Until this past weekend, that rivalry favored Alex City. “We won at subdistrict and beat Electic,” McCary said. “Then we won at district and beat Eclectic.” That pattern was broken when the state championship
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The Alex City All-Stars 10U softball team members celebrate their win at district.
was at stake. “My hat’s off to those coaches,” McCary said of the Eclectic team. “They were ready for us. They played good ball and they outmaneuvered us.” Both Alexander City and
Eclectic came in just behind state champions Bama Allstars from Dekalb. Looking ahead to 2017, the Alex City coach has high hopes, especially since the team will continue to be a cohesive
unit. “Our team is young,” McCary said, “and every one on the team, but three, will return.” The coach hopes more girls, as well as parents, will get involved next season. “Our participation from girls is down,” McCary said. “Every year we see fewer and fewer kids playing.” He said participation from both would be athletes and volunteers would be up if they considered one thing. “How much fun we have,” McCary said. “The kids have fun, the parents have fun.” The coach said that is actually the motivation behind being involved in youth softball. “It’s not just about winning,” McCary said.