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Tallassee landfill faces suits Filings in Macon County claim Tallapoosa landfill caused colon cancer By MITCH SNEED and CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writers

Three Macon County men have filed lawsuits that claim they suffer from colon cancer that was caused by drinking water tainted by dangerous chemicals that came from the Stone’s Throw Landfill in Tallassee, which is located in Tallapoosa

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County. Jerry Tarver, Andrew Chambliss and Andrew Tarver are the plaintiffs in the lawsuits, which were filed in Macon County Circuit Court by a team of attorneys. The suits seek a jury trial and damages from Advanced Disposal, which owns the landfill, four other subsidiaries associated

with Advanced Disposal and the Utilities Board of Tuskegee, as well as the Macon County Water Authority. The lawsuits claim the utilities are not sufficiently treating water collected from the Tallapoosa River downstream of the landfill.

BENJAMIN RUSSELL GRADUATION TONIGHT Inside today’s Outlook on pages B1-B6 are pictures of all 190 graduating seniors from Benjamin Russell High School. Commencement ceremonies are set for 7 p.m. tonight at the Sportplex in Alexander City. ADDITIONAL INFO: Valedictorian: Mason Scott Sake Salutatorian: Sutherlan Correll Futral Pritchard Six students confirmed joining the U.S. Armed Forces

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WEEKEND AT WIND CREEK

Meth, drug paraphernalia and a vehicle seized by Task Force By MITCH SNEED Editor

The Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force Thursday announced two separate actions, which led to multiple arrests and the seizure of drugs and other items associated with the trade of illegal drugs. “These arrests were there result of numerous controlled buys throughout Tallapoosa County over a period of time,” White said. According to a release from Sheriff Jimmy Abbett and Task Force Sgt. Fred White, the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force, U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force and the Alexander City Housing Authority executed several arrest warrants and a search warrant in the Jackson’s Gap area Thursday. As a result of the findings, four people were arrested and investigators recovered approximately 15 grams of methamphetamine from two locations and seized a 2007 Audi A4. In Thursday’s raids, the following were arrested: Robert Boothe, 53, of Jacksons Gap on three counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia and tampering with physical evidence. Joshua Brandon Howard, 29, of See BUSTS • Page A3

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weekend and paid for two weeks,” Jason Ingram of Wilsonville said. “So this saves us money.” It’s a full house at Wind Creek State Ingram and clan wasted no time in Park for the Memorial Day Holiday making other reservations too. Weekend and campers are adjusting to “We got reservations early enough,” the new online reservation system for Ingram said. “We knew it was coming. camping at Alabama State Parks includ- We booked spring break, Memorial ing Wind Creek. It has been a hit for Day and Labor Day at the same time in those who frequent the park and in some December. It is different. It makes you cases saving campers money. commit early.” “Before the system, we would have Ingram is no stranger to Wind Creek had to bring our camper down last State Park and has been staying in the By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

same area of the park for years. “Before kids, before marriage, before everything we started coming down here,” Ingram said. “We were about 19, 20 years old and just started coming. Here we are again and still loving it.” Ingram’s core group has stayed the same but additions have been made along they way. “We have a group of about five families with kids about the same age,” See WIND CREEK • Page A3

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Pre-K and kindergarten students at Dadeville Elementary School received a special group of visitors Thursday morning. Several members of the Dadeville Fire Department were there to talk to the students about fire safety and let them get up close and personal with two of the town’s fire trucks. “We’re a Leader in Me school. All grade levels were given the opportunity for a service project,” Dadeville Elementary School Kindergarten teacher Teri Stephenson said. “The pre-K and kindergarten classes chose the city fire department.” For their project, these students were asked to bring a candy bar to be given to the firefighters, and the classes worked to make posters to show the firefighters how much they were appreciated. While other classes chose groups like the police department and the Tallapoosa County Board of Education, the goal for all classes was to show their appreciation to these community leaders Donald Campbell / The Outlook and stakeholders, according to Stephenson. Several teachers from Dadeville Elementary School pose inside one of the Dadeville Fire Department See ELEMENTARY • Page A7 fire trucks Thursday morning.

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DEAR ABBY: I am a 40-yearold childless single woman. I spent several years doing various day care jobs and have great love for children, but due to female health issues, I am unable to have my own. I have a great job and home, but cannot afford fertility treatments or adoption, both of which are expensive. My fertility issues have caused me heartbreak and many tears. My father often comments about how disappointed he is that he has no grandchildren. Recently, he made an offhand remark that I was “selfish” for not having had any. It upset me so much I cried for days. Dad is a good man, and I know he didn’t mean to be hurtful. How do I approach him about how his comment affected me without hurting him? I don’t know how much detail to give him about my fertility issues. Should I just let it be and ignore him when he complains about not having grandkids? -- CHILDLESS IN IDAHO

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DEAR CHILDLESS: Do not ignore this! Tell your father that you are UNABLE to conceive because of a medical problem and exactly how his comment made you feel. You should also tell him you are unable to afford fertility treatments or adoption because of the cost involved, and not to raise the subject again because it is hurtful and beyond your ability to remedy. Perhaps you could channel your motherly instincts by exploring foster care and other ways you can help children in need. DEAR ABBY: My husband left me for another woman four months ago. We had been married for 33 years, and my world has been ripped apart.

Now he says he wants to try to reconcile, and it has me feeling extremely confused. While I still love him, I know our relationship will never be the same as before. Will I look like a fool to everyone if I let him come home? -- HEARTBROKEN IN PENNSYLVANIA DEAR HEARTBROKEN: How you look to “everyone” is far less important than how you feel. You are correct that if you reconcile, your relationship will never be the same. But has it occurred to you that it might be better? Husbands stray for all kinds of reasons. Before you make any final decisions about taking him back, insist on counseling so you can understand exactly what they were. That’s how broken marriages are repaired. DEAR ABBY: I had friendships with both of my second cousins, “Tom” and “Jane,” a brother and sister in their 60s. They have long been estranged from each other. Tom was estranged from his parents as

well. Jane was their parents’ caregiver. Jane called me to say their father was near death and thought I would want to know. Then she said, “I’m not telling Tom, and I’m asking you to do the same.” I told her it was an awkward request because I am friendly with him, too. Well, I chose to tell him. Tom called his mother and it went well, after years of no communication. Jane has now cut me out of her life. Was I wrong to tell her brother? -- MIKE IN MEXICO DEAR MIKE: Yes, I think it was wrong to have gone against the wishes of the daughter who had assumed the responsibility of caring for her aged parents. It’s fortunate that the conversation went well, because it might not have. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

Sellers appointed to post on the Alabama Supreme Court STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey appointed of William B. Sellers to the Alabama Supreme Court as an Associate Justice. Sellers previously served as a Partner in the Montgomery office of Balch & Bingham, LLP. “I am extremely pleased to appoint Will Sellers to the Alabama Supreme Court. I cannot think of an individual who is more qualified, capable and who exemplifies the qualities of a true public servant,” Ivey said. “His conservative principles and commitment to the rule of law along with his commitment to his family, church and community are foundations that make him uniquely qualified for the position of Associate Justice.” Sellers is well known for his involvement in numerous civic organizations and professional associations. He is the past President of the Rotary Club of Montgomery, past Chairman of the Montgomery Area Business Committee for the Arts, past Chairman of the United Way Campaign

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New Alabama Supreme Sourt Justice William B. Sellers was sworn in Thursday, surrounded by family, friends and Gov. Kaye Ivey.

in the Montgomery Area and past Chairman of the YMCA of Greater Montgomery. Sellers is an active member of Trinity Presbyterian Church. He currently serves on the Alabama State Council on the Arts, Chairman of the Fair Ballot Commission and as the community liaison with the International Officers School at Maxwell Air Force Base.

Sellers is a native of Montgomery. He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Hillsdale College with high honors in 1985 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Alabama School of Law in 1988. In addition, he received his LL.M in Taxation from New York University in 1989. A major part of Sellers’ practice has involved litigation against the Internal

Revenue Service and the Alabama Department of Revenue. Will is married to the former Lee Grant and they have three children: Arthur, age 23, George, age 22, and Caroline, age 18. Sellers will fill the seat previously held by Chief Justice Lyn Stuart. His appointment is effective immediately.

Obituaries Mrs. Johnnie Fae Pennington 1924 - 2017

Funeral Service for Mrs. Johnnie Fae Pennington, 92, of Dadeville, Alabama, will be Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Dadeville First United Methodist Church. Dr. Kevin Payne will officiate. Burial will follow in the Dadeville City Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Dadeville First United Methodist Church. Mrs. Pennington passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Bethany House of Auburn. She was born on July 21, 1924 in Townley, Alabama to John Aldridge Hill and Ethel Hamner Hill. Mrs. Pennington taught at Dadeville High School for 27 years, and loved her students. She was an active member of Dadeville First United Methodist Church for 66 years. She was involved in Delta Kappa Gamma, The Philamathic Club, The Delphic Club, and The Tallapoosa Historic Society. She is survived by her son, Al Pennington (Andrea) of Mobile; daughter, Rosalie Lancaster (Joe) of Madison; granddaughters, Katy Ferry (Scott) of Madrid, Spain and Anna Powell (Robert) of Mountain

Brook; and Four Great-Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, V.R. Pennington; and her parents. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Dadeville First United Methodist Church for Christian Women in Action, P.O. Box 305, Dadeville, AL 36853, or Camp ASCCA, P.O. Box 21, Jackson’s Gap, AL 36861. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome.com. Langley Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mr. Demetries ‘Meatball’ Spivey

Funeral service for Mr. Demetries ‘Meatball’ Spivey 37 of Alexander City, AL; Saturday, May 27, 2017; 2 p.m.; 1st Baptist Church, 850 19th Street South, Pell City, AL burial in church cemetery. Final arrangements entrusted to Armour’s Memorial Services.

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Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in the courtroom at the old city hall at 5:30 p.m. n Camp Hill Town Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6 p.m. n Community Action Agency of Chambers, Tallapoosa, Coosa will holds its regular board of directors meetings every other month at the Central Office in Dadeville. n Coosa County Board of Education holds called meetings at least once a month. n Coosa County Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Coosa County Courthouse in Rockford at 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday and at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday. n Coosa County Industrial

Development Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room in the courthouse in Rockford. All meetings are open to the public. n Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. with a pre-meeting at 5:30 p.m. in city hall. n Daviston City Council meets the third Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Daviston Fire Department. n Goldville Town Council meets the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the town hall. n Goodwater City Council meets on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Caldwell Center at 6:30 p.m. n Jackson’s Gap Town Council meets the second

Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 6:30 p.m., all Jackson’s Gap citizens are encouraged to attend. n Kellyton Town Council meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the community center in Kellyton. n New Site City Council meets the first and third Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in the Conference Room in the Town Hall. n Ray Water Authority meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Ray Water Authority Office. All customers are invited to attend. n Rockford Town Council meets the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in town hall at 7 p.m.

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Lawsuits The lawsuits include language that alleges the liquid waste that seeps from the landfill, called leachate, enters Chewacla Creek from discharges at the landfill. From there the water flows into the Tallapoosa River after going through a treatment process at the Tallassee Sewer and Stabilization Pond for treatment. It is treated with chlorine and the suits claim that process creates an advanced level of cancer-causing chemicals including haloacetic acids (HAAs) and trihalomethanes (TTHM). “To treat this, you would have to have a high-dollar reverse osmosis system or something compatible,” said Jay Freeman, an attorney representing the plaintiffs. He said those steps were not being taken for many years. The suits cite information from the International Agency for Research on Cancer, which lists HAAs and TTHM among agents that may cause cancer in humans.

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The plaintiffs’ lawsuits cite records from the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) showing discharges of HAAs and TTHM that exceed acceptable levels set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The suit says: “Advanced Disposal Defendants knew or should have known the danger to Plaintiff created by the multiple unlawful discharges into the Tallapoosa River through the Tallassee Sewer and Stabilization Pond, just two to three miles from the intake for the Tuskegee Utilities Board, as well as the multiple unlawful discharges into Chewacla Creek and its tributaries.” They also cite an October 2016 action from ADEM listing 40 violations related to discharges from the Tallassee pond, including pH (acidic water), total suspended solids and other substances they say are consistent with untreated or partially treated leachate discharge.

There are measures in place that are meant to prevent water pollution, as alleged to have taken place in the instance at issue. ADEM administers the EPA’s Clean Water Act through the state by issuing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) or storm water discharge permits. “Permits to entities like the City of Tallassee’s Sewer and Stabilization Pond, as well as the Stone’s Throw Landfill, these parameters have been violated multiple times over a period of many years,” Freeman said. Freeman said while there are currently three lawsuits filed in this matter they could be just the tip of the iceberg. “This is certainly cause for alarm,” Freeman said. “ It’s a situation that could potentially impact thousands of people.” Attempts to reach attorneys for the defendants were unsuccessful Thursday afternoon. A search of court records

does not include any dates set associated with the suits or any information on which judge may be assigned to the case. The suits conclude asking the court to “enter an award of damages commensurate to the level of injuries caused by the defendants in this case, in an amount to be determined by a jury, and to enter an injunction precluding the defendants from further destruction of the Tallapoosa River and the Plaintiff’s water supply.” Since taking office, Tallassee Mayor Johnny Hammock has put procedures in place that will hold those who dispose of waste at the city’s sewer lagoon accountable for what is brought into the facility. A camera system will soon be installed that will track every vehicle that comes into and goes out of the facility. The city of Tallassee is not named as a defendant in the suits.

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Campers have already taken up residence at Wind Creek State Park for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend. If you are wanting to camp at the park this weekend, you are out of luck as there are no more spots available.

Wind Creek Ingram said. “We all went to school together. This is our 15th year here for Memorial Day. We bring all the kids and some of their friends and hang out.” They like to hang out on one of the smaller sloughs in the park. “We like it back here because the kids can go in the water without all of the waves elsewhere,” Ingram said. “It is also a good place to tie up a boat.” The Huttos of Eastaboga are no strangers to Lake Martin either and booked their stay at Wind Creek just weeks ago. “We have been coming to Lake Martin since 1963,” Gene Hutto said. “First to Kowaliga and when they closed that down we started to come here (Wind Creek State Park).” The Huttos use the outdoor experience to enjoy family. “We just like to do some camping and get together as a family,” Teresa Hutto said. “We like to sit around and eat.” The new reservation system did present a slight challenge to the Huttos. “We like to be water front,” Gene Hutto said. “Three weeks ago when we were here we pulled up what was available for this weekend and this was as close to the water as we could get.” The Huttos have three campsites for

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themselves and their children to share the weekend. They reservation system worked for them to get three sites together and offer advice that they have used when reserving at other parks. “You just have to get used to it and plan ahead,” Teresa Hutto said. “We have found over the years you have to plan ahead.” For those looking to camp at Wind Creek this weekend, things are not looking good. The park is full but according to park staff, when someone cancels online, the spot shows up but is rebooked quickly. To book a stay at Wind Creek State Park, go to alapark.com/online-reservations. The system does allow some flexibility when there are openings. “We were going to come down Friday, but I was off and the kids were out of school,” Ingram said. “So we said to heck with it and came down Wednesday.” Ingram thinks the system will work for his group in making memories in the future at Wind Creek. “It has been a tradition for us,” Ingram said. “This is a place that our kids get to experience being a kid. Almost all the pictures on our refrigerator come from camping trips to places like Wind Creek.”

Springville on three counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, criminal conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance, possession with intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jerry Berry, 52, of Jacksons Gap on two counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, possession of controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Thursday’s action comes on the heels of a May 18 bust where multiple agencies executed a search warrant at residence on Lockhart Road in Dadeville. During the sweep, investigators recovered methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Arrested on May 18 were: Philip Taft, 41, of Opelika on charges of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug parapher-

continued from page 1 nalia. Maggie Tapley, 40, of Tallassee on charges of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jeffery Price, 63, of Dadeville on charges of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Travis Smith, 42, of Tallassee on charges of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. David Lamar Newsome, 43, of Dadeville on charges of unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. White said the investigations remain active. The meth seized appeared to have originated in Mexico and that there was no manufacturing found in either operation, White said.

Boys and Girls Club plans ‘Summer of Fun’ for community’s teens Programs will be available for children ages 13-16 and will The Boys and Girls be held at the Richard Club of the Lake Martin A. “Buck Shaw” Teen Area plans to host a Center in Alexander “Summer of Fun” teen City. program. The program Activities include will begin June 5, 2017. swimming, cookouts, This year’s theme is team building exercises, “serving the commubowling, fellowship, nity.” college tours, basket“It is open to any ball, and more. teenager that wishes to The price for one attend,” said Melissa teen is $25 per week or Reynolds, executive the entire summer can director. be prepaid for $180. The program offers Prices include breaka safe place for teens fast, lunch, snack, dinto socialize with peers ner and daily activities. and improve their life Field trip prices are not skills. Teens will also included in the weekly be involved in sevrate. Hours of operation eral community service for the prorgam are 8 projects throughout the a.m. – 5 p.m. summer. The program, sponSTAFF REPORT TPI Staff

sored by the Taco Bell Foundation, gives teens the opportunity to learn about college experiences by visiting trade schools, colleges, and universities. Teens will also be able to attend career preparation course planning. These programs will have a positive impact on the teens and encourage them to think about their bright futures. The Boys and Girls Clubs have scholarship opportunities that help teens go to college or get into leadership programs. To register, go to https://bgcoflakemartinare.wixsite.com/bgclma or visit the administrative office at 1009 Cherokee Road.

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Many of Wind Creek’s lakefront campsites allow a boat to be tied up near the site, making them some of the first to be reserved by those coming to the park,

The Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area is holding a summer program which will begin on June 5, 2017. The program is open to children between the ages of 5 and 12. There will be units in the Alexander City and Goodwater areas with daily activities and occasional field trips. Drop off and pick up times are between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. but children may be dropped off and picked up between those hours. The price for the first child will be $50 a week, the second child is $40, and any additional children are $30 a week. The prepay option for the entire summer is $320, which is a savings of $80. If parents prepay

any additional children, the price is $315. These prices include daily activities, free lunch and snack. Some of the activities included will be swimming, skating, the United Way reading program, Alexander City Sun Festival activities, Vacation Bible School, and child evangelist group. The Boys and Girls program encourages children to become better people, challenges them in a way no other program does and gives them a home away from home. Parents may register their child by visiting https://bgcoflakemartinare. wixsite.com/bgclma or stopping by the Boys and Girls Club administrative office at 1009 Cherokee Road. Spots are limited.

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Opinion

Our View

Lake means visitors and dollars this holiday weekend

t’s hard to say if the people responsible for creating Lake Martin back in 1926 when the Wesley Martin Dam on the Tallapoosa River was completed could picture what our community sees now when it looks at that incredibly beautiful water. On a holiday weekend, what Lake Martin really means to not only Alexander City, but the entire region, is accentuated even more than usual. The area’s population will swell by thousands as people from all over the state and the country flock to enjoy what is one of water lover’s favorite destinations. Get ready to see the lake covered with boats and packed with folks enjoying a holiday at the lake. Those people bring their purses and wallets with them, filled with credit and debit cards and plenty of cash. They don’t mind spending plenty of it right here. A 2009 study found that 450 jobs are generated directly through Lake Martin business. The same study found that an estimated $88.7 million in retail sales were generated as a result of Lake Martin. Some say those numbers are like a tiny drop in the more than 40,000 acres of water that makes up the lake. They say those numbers are conservative when you look at the real estate and housing units that have created an enviable tax base that we all enjoy. So as we head into a weekend that is considered the busiest each year at the lake, we ask that you look past the added traffic, the high number of boats on the water and the line at the grocery store. Instead, look at all the things there are to do this weekend, because of the lake. Music, events and great food can be found all across the Lake Martin region over the next few days, not to mention all that water to enjoy on occasions just like this Memorial Day weekend. From economic impact to incredible recreational opportunities – we are all indeed lucky to have Lake Martin and all it brings to the region.

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Officials Communication with elected officials is the key to good government. To let your most local representatives know how you feel about state or local matters, contact any of the following. Governor Kay Ivey represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. She was sworn into office on April 10, 2017, and can be reached at 334-242-7100. Her office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama.

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Luther Strange was elected Alabama’s 49th Attorney General first elected in 2010, and serves as the State’s chief law enforcement officer. He can be reached at 334-242-7300, and Luther Strange his office is located at 501 Washington Avenue, Montgomery. Mark Tuggle (R) represents the 81st District covering Coosa, Chilton and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached by phone at 256-3922006 or by email at tughd81@gmail.com. Mark Tuggle His office is located at 110 Calhoun Street, Suite 108, Alexander City. Tom Whatley represents the 27th District covering Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa County. He was elected to the Alabama Senate on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334Tom Whatley 242-t7865. His office is located at 337 East Magnolia Drive, Auburn.

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ongratulations to all the seniors of 2017. These guys are excited to be through with this phase of their lives and all the young people that just became seniors for 2018 are now walking just a bit taller. It’s a good thing to be young and looking forward to all the positive things life has to hold. I can remember my high school days and all the wonderful things that happened. My wife and I were only sweethearts in those days. Yet, it only seems like yesterday that she was following me around with admiration in her eyes, love in her heart and carrying my books to class. That gal was smitten by this old boy and she couldn’t help it. I guess she just knew what a catch I was and what a wonderful husband I would make. Some of my fondest memories are of us meeting in the cafeteria for lunch. She would hurry and buy my lunch, bring it to me and then wait patiently to see if there was anything else I needed. I can still see her carry the tray to the garbage and then scurrying back to get my books before the next class. It always warmed my heart to see the appreciation in her

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little face for me allowing her to help. I guess I’ve always had a generous nature. Even as I think back on our graduation I remember us exchanging gifts. She got me a beautiful shirt and tie, a new set of speakers for my car radio and a gold framed picture of us at the state fair. I picked her a couple of pansies from my mom’s flower bed; after all, it’s the thought that counts. I can still see the look of surprise on her face when I gave them to her. She was so touched she just cried. Our graduation took place in the football stadium at night. It was a hot and muggy evening and my sweetie was able to climb over several rows of people to sit by me so she could fan me. I let her keep the program she fanned me with as a souvenir. She would still have it today except for her being so playfully. As I was kissing all the girls in the senior class goodbye she wadded the program up and playful threw it at me. She assures me to

this day that the rock in the middle of it was just to help it get to me. Even today when I pucker up to give someone sugar I start looking over my shoulder. Life is made up of milestones that mark our passages. High school graduation is one of those high water marks that indicate a transition into adulthood. I think that is why we hold on to those memories so dearly. They represent the last days of our carefree youth and the onslaught of responsibility. The Apostle Paul was right, “When I was child I spoke as a child, and acted as a child, but when I became an adult I put away childish things.” Let’s continue to pray for these special young people as they pack away their school memories and prepare for a new phase in their lives. Yes sir, these past 55 years have hurried by since I was a senior. My lovely wife reminded me I was a still a senior – adult that is. I would have said something smart to her, but I was afraid she might get in a playful mood and bounce another rock off my head. Dr. Gerald Hallmark is a retired minister who lives in Alexander City. His column appears here each Friday.

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serves overseas. Felix writes that we can ‘Extend a hand in friendship to a military family. Invite them over for a meal, bring them a meal or invite them out for dinTOM PURCELL ner. Something as simple as Columnist running an errand or taking and other legitimate organiza- a walk together can forge a tions are always in need of friendship.’” volunteers to support a variety “What can we do to help of fundraising and recognithe older men and women tion events. Simply contact who have served?” your local VFW or American “Felix suggests we conLegion office to learn how tact a nursing home or a you may help.” veterans hospital: ‘A visit “Surely we can donate can brighten a day and help money, too?” veterans to know they are not “Anyone can help fund a forgotten. The Walter Reed variety of needed services for National Military Center has military members — or supa Facebook page that provides port the Red Cross to provide inspiration and ideas.’” basic necessities to service “I have another idea that members in military hospitals. is near and dear to my own Just be sure you are funding heart. There are war memoria legitimate organization. als in many aging communiRegrettably, there are some ties that are being neglected. charlatans out there. Before It takes a few volunteers, giving money, check out the basic lawn equipment and organization at a respectable some elbow grease to bring validation service, such as them back to life. Cleaning charitywatch.org.” them up for Memorial Day “That’s sound advice. What is one of the most rewarding else can we do?” projects I ever participated “Lori Felix, an Army vetin!” eran and founder of More “So we have a plan: If we with Less Today, offers want to especially enjoy the simple and inexpensive ways Memorial Day weekend, first we can serve the military and offer up a small gesture of its families at Military.com. kindness in honor or those She suggests that even small who served and are still servgestures of kindness, such as ing!” volunteering to place flags at gravesites, are more than Tom Purcell, author of welcome.” “Misadventures of a 1970’s “Great!” Childhood” and “Wicked “Offering assistance to the Is the Whiskey,” a Sean families of service members McClanahan mystery novel, is who have been deployed is a Pittsburgh Tribune-Review helpful, too. Life can be tough humor Send comments to Tom for a husband or wife left at Tom@TomPurcell.com. behind as his or her spouse

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“It was our way of saying thanks,” she said. During the presentation, volunteer firefighter and city councilman Roy Mathis, along with several other Dadeville firefighters talked to the assembled children about the importance of calling 911 in an emergency and knowing what to do in a fire. “If your clothes catch on fire, there are four things you need to do. We added one thing,” Mathis said. He asked the students if they knew what to do, to which they correctly called out the first three of stop, drop and roll. “Very good. The fourth thing you need to do is use your hands to cover your face,” he said. “You want to protect your eyes and your respiration.” As part of the demonstration, Mathis and the other fireDonald Campbell / The Outlook fighters allowed the children Top left: A firefighter with the Dadeville Fire Department dresses in full gear while city councilman and volunteer firefighter Roy Mathis tells the assembled chilto get into the fire truck and sit dren not to be scared it they see a firefighter dressed like this.Top right: Dadeville Elementary students enjoyed getting to sit inside the fi re truck. down, giving them the chance Bottom: Pre-K and kindergarten students pose with the posters they made, Mayor Wayne Smith and members of the Dadeville Fire Department Thursday morning. to experience what it’s like to ride in the truck to a fire. Once all the students had a chance to sit in the truck, one of the firefighters donned his rescue gear, complete with helmet and visor, oxygen tank and facemask to explain to the children not to be scared if they see a firefighter dressed that way. “If you see him, don’t be scared and don’t hide, even though he looks like a wooly booger,” Mathis said. As the firefighters got back in the truck to return to the fire station, the children gave them a loud “Thank You” for coming out and talking to them. “We enjoy doing this. It’s just as much of an enjoyment to us as it is to the children,” Mathis said. “We hope that what we teach may be able to help save them one day.” “The kids were thrilled. They were excited and thankful for the opportunity,” added Stephenson. “We’re grateful they gave their time to come out and give us an up-close look.”

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May 28

PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: Macedonia Baptist Missionary Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting the 19th Pastor Appreciation Service honoring Pastor and Sister Melvin Ervin Sunday, May 28 at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Brian Thomas of Paradise Mission Full Gospel Church in Goodwater. MISSION DAY: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating Mission Day May 28 at 10 a.m. Rev. Roosevelt Gregory is pastor. Everyone is invited. PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: Sardis Missionary Baptist Church in Dadeville will observe the 26th Pastoral Anniversary of Rev. and Sister William Perry Jr. Sunday, May 28 at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Justin Freeman and the New Canaan Missionary Baptist Church of Camp Hill will be the special guests. FRIENDS AND FAMILY DAY: Coger Hill CME Church in Daviston is hosting Friends and Family Day Sunday, May 28 at 2 p.m. PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: Kellyton Chapel United Methodist Church is hosting the 8th Appreciation Service for Pastor and Sister Michael Strong Sunday, May 28 at 2:30 p.m. Guest minister will be Rev. Clarence Woodward, pastor of Rushing Spring Baptist Church in Lincoln. SUNDAY SERVICE: First Congregational Christian Church in Alex City is having Sunday School at 10 a.m. and service at 11 a.m. Everyone is invited.

May 29

BIRDS OF PREY PROGRAM: The Alabama Wildlife Rescue Center will be presenting their Birds of Prey Program at Wind Creek State Park May 29 at 1 p.m. There will be hawks, owls and other raptors.

May 30

SUMMER CAMP: The Salvation Army is hosting a free summer camp at Camp Hidden Lake in Lexington, MS June 19-24 for Tallapoosa and Coosa county children ages 7-12. The Salvation Army camps provide kids an opportunity to be in a positive environment for the summer to grow, learn and be encourage while striving to meet their spiritual, social, recreational and educational needs. Activities include Bible study, swimming, fishing, arts and crafts and sports. Registration should be completed by May 30. Anyone needing more information may contact the Alexander City Service Center at 256-215-3730.

May 31

FIELD AND FOREST HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a field and forest hike May 31 at 9 a.m. The walk is for all ages. Meet at the outdoor classroom across from the beach.

May 31 - June 2

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: New Salem Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School May 31 -June 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. SPRING REVIVAL: St. James A.M.E. Church will be hosting spring revival May 31 to June 2 7 p.m. nightly. Guest speaker will be Rev. Bruce Williams of Enon United Methodist Church in Birmingham. Guest choirs will be Greater New Hope, Kellyton Chapel and Mt. Sinai. Everyone is invited.

June 1

PAINTING CLASS: The Adelia Russell Library is hosting a an adult painting class with Bonnie Luckie June 1 at 10 a.m. Space is limited and registration is required.

June 2

VBS KICKOFF: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting a vacation Bible school kickoff June 2 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The “Galactic Starveyors VBS Kickoff” will have glow in the dark games, making smores over an open fire pit and checking out constellations. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: River

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Frank Tapley, Brian Childs, Ronald Ingle, Janet Carr, Jimmy Sewell, and Jimmy Wilson are celebrating birthdays today.

Road Baptist Church will be hosting Vacation Bible School June 2 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for ages 3 through 11 years old. Children will be studying Galactic Starveyors. MOVIE NIGHT: River of Life Worship Center is hosting a movie night June 2. Soul Surfer will start at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold.

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June 2-3

YARD SALE: Marshall Street Church is hosting a yard sale Friday June 2 from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday June 3 from 6 a.m. to noon with a bake sale and biscuits on Saturday only. All proceeds will be going to the church building fund.

June 3

LEADERSHIP SUMMIT: New Style Baptist Church on Coosa County Road 20 in Equality will be hosting a leadership summit June 3 from 10 a.m. to noon. Topics include “The Importance of a Prayer Life,” “Church Etiquette” and “How to be an Effective Leader.” Speakers are Mrs. Pam Jones, Mrs Johnny Walton and Rev. Chris Spivey of Walnut Grove, Mississippi. Lunch will be served. INTRO TO SAILING: The Dixie Sailing Club is hosting its annual Intro to Sailing class June 3 starting at 10 a.m. at the Dixie Sailing Club at 767 New Hope Church Road. There will be a chalk talk on sailing basics, a tour of the boat yard, learn to sail and a sail on a member’s boat along with lunch. Attendance is limited is to 60. Contact Keith Bennett at 334-324-9383 or email cat221@msn.com to reserve your spot. PASTOR APPRECIATION: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating the 22nd anniversary of Rev. Edward Milner and Sister Emily Milner Saturday, June 3 at 5 p.m. at the New Adka Education Building at 21 North Thornton Road, Dadeville. Guest Speaker will be Rev. David L. Benton of Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church in Prattville. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: New Elkahatchee Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School June 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All children are welcome.

June 5

READING PROGRAM KICKOFF: The kickoff for the Mamie’s Place Children’s Library Summer Reading Program will be June 5 at the Sportplex at 10 a.m. Cowboy Bruce, The Juggler, Miss Kit’s Bubble School, Starshine Faces, AnimalTales, Dr. Magical Ballons, Storytime, movie day, gamer’s club and a teen program with Russell Wright will be there. BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB SUMMER PROGRAM: The Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area will start its summer program June 5 for children ages 5 to 12 with units in Alexander City and Goodwater. Drop off and pick up times are between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Cost is $50 per week for the first child, $40 for the second and each additional child is $30. There is also a teen program for children ages 13 to 16 at the Buck Shaw Teen Center. The cost is $25 for one teen. Parents may drop by the administrative office or visit the website at https:// bgcoflakemartinare.wixsite.com/bgclma to register.

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CHURCH REVIVAL: New Harmony Baptist Church is hosting revival services June 6-8 at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest speakers will be, Tuesday, Rev. Darrell Jordan of Macedonia Baptist Church in Lafayette, Wednesday, Rev. Jimmy Thomas of Mt. Zion East Missionary Baptist Church in Dadeville and Thursday, Rev. Robert Cadenhead of Macedonia Baptist Church in Gold Hill.

June 4-8

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School, Galactic Starveyors, June 4 to June 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. nightly for 3-year-olds to sixth grade. There will be snacks, crafts, games, Bible study and rally time. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Mt. Zion Baptist Church on Highway 63 South is hosting Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School June 4-8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

June 5-7

VACATION BIBLE STUDY: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School will be June 5 through June 7 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at New Adka Missionary Baptist Church. The theme will be “the Faith Run On Course with God!” All ages are welcome.

June 5-30

SUMMER FEEDING PROGRAM: The Reeltown High School Cafeteria will be serving meals from June 5-30

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June 4

CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: The New Style Baptist Church in Kellyton will be celebrating its 122nd Anniversary Sunday, June 4 at 2 p.m. Dinner will be served. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating its 132nd Church Anniversary on June 4 at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Anthony Pogue, pastor of Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church of Opelika. Rev. Roosevelt Gregory is pastor. Everyone is invited. FASHION SHOW: Adams Chapter OES #685 Annual Fashion Gala “An Evening With The Stars” This event will be held on Sunday, June 4 beginning at 4 p.m. at the Cooper Recreation Center. The host will be fashion designer Mr. Lebron Spradley. Featured also will be several groups including Prince Hall OES Members, Mr. Shannon Darby and Dancing Stars of Sylacauga, Men Of Honor, Camp Hill, AL, Sistahs 4 Lyfe, Hair Artists, Designers and much more. Entertainment will be saxophonist Mr. Deitrick Lawson of Montgomery and others. Admission will be $5 at the door only. Vendors are welcome. Portions of the proceeds will go towards our upcoming Back To School Jamboree. Everyone is invited to come out, enjoy and celebrate a night of fashion and entertainment. MEN AND WOMENS DAY: Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church is holding its annual men’s and women’s day Sunday, June 4 at 2 p.m. The pastor is Rev. G.H. Pulliam and the guest minister will be Rev. Albert Lewis Sr. of Murray Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Camp Hill.

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CLASS REUNION: The Benjamin Russell High School Class of 1987 is having 30th Reunion Festivities June 9 and 10 in Alexander City. Contact Ben Farrow at farrocb@ auburn.edu for more information.

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GOSPEL SINGING: Chosen Annoited will be singing at the Kellyton Revival Center June 10 at 6 p.m. A love offering will be taken. Come out and enjoy some great gospel music. BIRDING PADDLE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a birding paddle on Elkahatchee Creek June 10 at 7:30 a.m. The paddle will start from the Elkahatchee Bridge and go to Wind Creek State Park watching for birds along the way. This is sponsored by the Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail and Wind Creek State Park. CLASS MEETING: The Laurel High School Class of 1969 will meet at the Cooper Recreation Center Saturday, June 10 at 10 a.m.

June 12-16

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: First Baptist Church of Dadeville is hosting Vacation Bible School, Galactic Starveyors, June 12-16 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages four through sixth grade are invited. Registration at www.fbcdadeville.com VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: New Beginning Baptist Church on Coley Creek Road is hosting Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School June 12 to June 16 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. nightly. For more information or van pick up call Robin at 256-750-0068.

June 13

USHERS MEETING: The Early Rose District Usher’s meeting will be June 13 at 5 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center.

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FIELD AND FOREST HIKE: Wind Creek State Park is hosting a field and forest hike June 14 at 9 a.m. The walk is for all ages. Meet at the outdoor classroom across from the beach.

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RODEO: The 11th Annual Lake Martin Area Rodeo benefitting the Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area will be June 16 and June 17 at the Alexander City Horse Arena. Gates will open at 5 p.m. and the Brett Woody Bar W Rodeo will begin at 7 p.m.

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THESE DOGS’LL HUNT Moran raises hunting dogs he loves By LIZI ARBOGAST Sport Editor

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Randy Moran, left, and Timmy Holloway pose with Gravel after she won the Deep South National Championship in Pontotoc, Mississippi in March.

Local beagle wins national championship By LIZI ARBOGAST Sport Editor

Randy Moran, of Jacksons Gap, and Timmy Holloway, of Carrollton, Georgia, have had an estimated 12 to 15 field champions since they formed a partnership nearly seven years ago. They’ve entered a lot of beagles into national championships, but they’ve always come up just a short. Until Gravel, that is. And even Moran thought she might come up short. “I didn’t think we’d ever have a dog as good as Belle, who didn’t win (she’s now a breeder),” Moran said. “But (Timmy) said, ‘Wait until you see Gravel run.’ I would take Gravel and Belle out, and (Gravel) couldn’t beat her. Then it was like you turned the light switch on, from one week to the next, she went to beating Belle. It’s unbelievable how competitive these dogs get with each other.” At just 2 years of age, Gravel became a field champion – winning three trials and earning 120 points – meaning she could be entered in only national championships from then on. In March, Gravel was entered into the Deep South National Championship and out of 49 big females (between 13 and 15 inches), the field was narrowed down to just five. They ran those dogs for about 15 minutes before “picking up” – or disqualifying – two, and Gravel was up against two good dogs. “I mean, good dogs,” Moran said. “But I told Timmy that if she runs now like she does at home, she oughtta beat them.” According to Moran, Gravel’s toughest competition was a white dog that loved to run up at the front. But she couldn’t hold the front for too long and as the See WINNER • Page A10

It’s no secret there can be a lot of money involved with hunting dogs. Top bloodlines and strong hunting tactics are some of the most coveted traits in a hunting beagle. It may be a business, but for Randy Moran, of Jacksons Gap, it’s more than just a business. It’s about his love for the dogs. “It’s a real good sport,” said Moran, who grew up raising competitive hunting dogs with his father and returned to the sport in 2001. “It’s a clean sport, and I get to fool with the dogs all day. It’s very competitive.” Moran, and his partner, Timmy Holloway, are pretty darn successful at it too. Just take a walk into his trophy room, where ribbons upon ribbons adorn the walls, or his hunting cabin at Horseshoe Bend Beagle Club where there’s a small stack of trophies. Moran recently added his biggest trophy to the bunch when Gravel, one of his most prized dogs, won the Deep South National Championship. But it’s not just about success or money for Moran; it’s clear he loves his dogs. Each dog has a name and a story, and Moran vividly remembers those stories. “Gravel, she’s a favorite; Money Man is a favorite. Stoakes is a favorite, ain’t you, Stoakes?” Moran called over to one of his dogs. “Cricket (11-year-old female) has been with me a long time. She’s a good ole healthy dog. I can turn her out in the yard and she’ll play with the kids, but I turn that rider on and she’s ready to go hunting, though.” Even though Moran’s dogs are technically hunters, he’s more interested in running them in trials and turning a regular hunting dog into a field champion. And there’s so much

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Above: Randy Moran poses with Style, one of his best breeding beagles. Below: A pair of beagle puppies who were recently breeded by Randy Moran and Tim Holloway’s dogs.

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Inshore anglers enjoying banner trout year

s far as Capt. Bobby Abruscato and Capt. Jay Gunn are concerned, speckled trout are almost jumping in the boat along the Alabama Gulf Coast. A mild winter and good weather for most of the spring have created a trout bonanza inshore anglers have been enjoying for several weeks. Abruscato, who mostly fishes western Mobile Bay, Dauphin Island and Mississippi Sound, said trout fishing has rebounded to the glory days of several years ago. “You know, 2014-2015 was an off year for me and some of the people I talked to,” Abruscato said. “Jay mentioned it to me, and I hadn’t realized it. That was the winter we had a really cold stretch with that sleet storm that happened the winter of ’14-’15. Some people said it was the oil spill, but those fish aren’t that old. Some people said it was the fishing pressure, but the pressure has been there for several years. Something dramatic happened, and I think it had to be the cold weather. “Last year, we caught a lot of small fish. Fishing was pretty good last year. This year, the fishing is as good as I can remember it in a number of years.”

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Abruscato said the fish are cooperating in just about every way imaginable. “If you want to go slip-corking at the rigs or structures or reefs, that’s working,” he said. “I’ve had wading trips that have been great. I went the other morning in water so shallow that the trolling motor scrubbed the whole time, and we caught the heck out of really nice trout. It’s whatever you want to do right now. That’s when it’s really good.” Abruscato said to try the reefs on the west end of Dauphin Island and the westend beach, both inshore and the Gulf side, weather permitting. Fish are hanging out in the grass and on the oyster beds on the north side of Mississippi Sound, and the petroleum rigs in Mobile Bay are holding fish. Abruscato said he hasn’t tried croakers for bait yet, but he’s catching fish on live shrimp, Vudu shrimp and Gulp shrimp under popping corks, topwater plugs, like

Skitterwalks, and Slick Lures. He said the fishing has been so good he can target a specific size of fish. “Most days I can go out and make sure the charter gets their box fish,” Abruscato said of the fish that go into the ice chest. “I don’t like to keep anything over 20 inches. So, I can get a limit of 16- to 20-inch fish and then go catch some picture fish in the 3- to 5-pound range. But we’re also catching small fish mixed in with the keepers, which bodes well for the future. “Right now, those big females are loaded with roe. I’ll clean 18-inch fish that will have roe sacks the size of a cigar. They are spawning like crazy right now. And there’s no reason that the trout fishing shouldn’t stay good. The water temperature is roughly a month ahead of a normal year. If it continues to get warm, the fish may not be in shallow Submitted / Department of Natural Resources water as much. But you should be able Bobby Abruscato has enjoyed a banner to slip out and catch fish on structure.” For the Eastern Shore, the speckled year for speckled trout in Mobile Bay and trout report from Gunn is almost a mirror Mississippi Sound. image of Abruscato’s. year. If you can’t catch trout right now, “They’re biting from about Fairhope well.… It has been pretty easy catching a all the way to Gulf Shores and Orange limit. I had a charter of three people the Beach,” Gunn said. “You can catch them other day and we had a limit of trout in in multiple ways. It’s just that time of See TROUT • Page A10

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Lewis Daniels has been approved as the new boys basketball coach at Benjamin Russell. He was approved by the school board last Tuesday to replace coach Jeff Hines, who announced his retirement after the 2016-17. Daniels was an assistant coach under Hines and is also the head boys tennis coach at BRHS. According to athletic director Pam Robinson, Daniels has been in the Wildcat athletic program for more than 15 years. “We felt like he knew the system and he had a great interview,” Robinson said. “He’s done a good job with everything else he’s done here, and he has a love for the kids and for producing successful young men.” Daniels has also been an assistant baseball coach, and is currently the P.E. teacher at Radney. Look out for more coverage of this story in a future issue of The Outlook. Alabama baseball coach Greg Goff released Greg Goff has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the University of Alabama baseball program effectively immediately, Director of Athletics Greg Byrne announced Wednesday. “We felt this was the best decision going forward for our baseball program, and that is why we made the decision,” Byrne said. “You look at these situations when it comes to coaches, and you decide, ‘What is the best long-term solution for the program?’ – not based off a season or anything like that – just based off the long-term health of the program.” Goff was the Tide’s coach for one season; they finished with a 19-34-1 overall record with a 5-24-1 record in the SEC. Associate head coach Terry Rooney will serve as the interim head coach until a replacement for Goff has been named. The search for a new baseball coach will begin immediately.

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dog ran up, Gravel turned the rabbit to the left. They ran the dogs again, and once again, the white dog ran up front and Gravel turned the rabbit to the right. The judges called field trial, signifying the end of the competition. Moran and Holloway thought Gravel had won, but “You talk about nervous; oh man.” The wait between the end of the competition and the winners announcement was an excruciating two hours. “The judges won’t tell you anything,” Moran said. “They all know me, and they knew I was tore up and nervous, and when she won, it was a great, great feeling when they called it out. I can’t even explain it.” Now what does a beagle do after becoming a field champion and winning a national championship? “Well, she’s still gonna run, but we’ll slack off with her now,” Moran said. “We’ll just let her train the pups and let her be a brood female.” Now, at only 3 years old, Gravel has already bred with one of Moran’s top studs, Style. People come from all over the country to breed their dogs with Style, a process involving disease testing and proper scrutiny. But it’s really Gravel and Style’s puppy, Pebbles, who should have high expectations for the future.

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more that goes into a good competing dog than just meets the eye. First of all, Moran has a fantastic setup on his property where he said the dogs “don’t want for nothing.” Each dog has his or her own spacious kennel, and is on a Purina diet and checked regularly for worms and other diseases. During the fall, when the dogs start running, Moran adds extra protein and fat to their diets. The dogs’ training facilities are right on Moran’s property. Usually between ages 3-4 months, the pups are started in a two-acre puppy pen. Lizi Arbogast / The Outlook “They’ll automatically start running rab- Left: Randy Moran poses with Gravel, who recently captured first place at the Deep South National bits; that’s just the way Championship. She is also a field champion. Above: Randy Moran has more than 20 beagles on his they’re bred,” Moran property which he breeds for hunting rabbits. The Beagles are kept in clean, spacious kennels on said. “When they start Moran’s property in Jacksons Gap. running good, I’ll sepaOne of the most sperate them and make them “They can be a good dog the cost was a bit much. cial things about Moran’s Therefore, a partnership but still have a small flaw grow up a little bit.” dogs is their friendliness. between Holloway and or have small mistakes Moran estimated his As soon as Moran turns on Moran started. they make. There’s a fine property to be about 60 his rider on his property, During his first trial line on these dogs that to 70 acres chock-full of every beagle is up on his with Moran, Country compete; they gotta be wild rabbits, and he has or her feet ready to hunt. Boy took first place. He pretty special.” several different fenced-in And even if they’re not, then captured a secondAbout seven years ago, areas with different terMoran still takes care of place finish before finally Moran hooked up with a rains to train the dogs in. them. earning his much-needed partner, Timmy Holloway, Despite all the efforts, “If they don’t suit me as it’s still not easy to find a out of Carrollton, Georgia. third victory. After his vicfar as running, we’ll find tory, Moran and Holloway The pair were brought good running dog. somebody to give them contacted the American together by a particular“We go through a lot to as a pet,” Moran said. Kennel Club to see if he ly special hunting dog, of dogs and raise a lot of “I got a real good relawas a field champion, but Country Boy. pups to find one that comtionship with the humane Country Boy came up In order to become a petes,” Moran said. society. I tell them I’ve with 119 points. They took field champion, a dog But that doesn’t mean got a dog that’s not workhim to a trial in Biloxi, must have three wins it’s a bad dog. “It can still be a good and 120 points. When Mississippi, where he ing out, and they’ll find dog for people to take and Holloway was looking for needed just one point, and them a home. And these dogs are gonna love you rabbit hunt (rather than a buyer for Country Boy, he won the whole thing. to death. They grow up “He was a real special he had one win. Moran compete),” Moran said. like that.” expressed his interest, but dog,” Moran said.

Trout the box in less than an hour.” Gunn said factors other than the number of fish available will likely define fishing tactics. “The tides, the wind and weather conditions determine more of whether you’re going to have a good trip and not so much about the fish being there or biting,” he said. “With the conditions lately, you just go where the water is clear enough to fish. We’ve had some windy conditions lately, so sometimes you may not get to use your A or B plan. I just have to decide where to go, depending on the current conditions. “On my latest trip, we caught fish in two feet of water, 12 feet of water and 18 feet of water. There is a good year-crop of 16- to 18-inch fish, like it was several years ago.” Gunn said the biggest mistake he sees inshore fishermen make is relying too much on patience. “You’ve got to cover water until you find the fish,” he said. “Don’t stop until you do. I think the worst thing

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I see fishermen do is waiting for the fish to bite. If you haven’t caught them in 10 minutes, you’re not going to catch them. Keep going to different spots until you find them.” Right now, Gunn is using several methods to catch fish, including live shrimp, live croakers and plastic grubs on ¼-ounce jigheads. “I use minnow-body grubs that imitate silverside minnows, mullet or menhaden,” he said. “But the grub fishing is probably not going to last a whole lot longer. In the next week or so, the fish are going to transition to live bait. Free-lining live croakers will be the ticket for the bigger trout. Except for the morning topwater bite, you’ll have to go to live bait in the next couple of weeks. It will stay that way until the fall.” Gunn also had some good news about a popular inshore species that has been hard to find since the oil spill in 2010. “Flounder are on the rebound, too,” he said. “I’m

catching one to four a day while I’m trout fishing. On the days I don’t catch one, it’s probably because the trout are so thick that they hit the bait before it ever gets to the bottom.” In another bit of news for inshore anglers, the Bernie Heggeman Reef was dedicated last weekend in honor of the avid inshore angler from Mobile who drowned during a wade-fishing trip in 2014. The Heggeman Reef, a joint project funded by CCA Alabama and the Alabama Marine Resources Division, was constructed of 52 ecoreef modules placed in clusters of three to four modules. Each module consists of three concrete/limestone discs 4½ feet in diameter on a fiberglass piling extending 4 to 5 feet above the seabed. The reef is located at the old “Blue Rig” site just southwest of the Shrimpboat Reef. The coordinates are N30°16.995 W88°17.225. David Rainer is employed by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. He writes a weekly column titled Outdoor Alabama Weekly.

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