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Perry Hooper Jr. shakes hands with locals at Thursday’s Talllapoosa County Republican Party meeting. Hooper spoke to the club about the Republican nominee Donald Trump.
“It’s great to be a Trump American.” With that, Perry Hooper Jr. launched into an enthusiastic argument for the election of Republican nominee Donald Trump for president of the United States. “How many in this room remember the years of Jimmy Carter?,”
asked Hooper, a former state representative from Montgomery and currently the co-chair of the Donald Trump for President campaign in Alabama. “I see a bunch of hands. You weren’t smiling back then. None of us were, because you had double-digit inflation, you had double-digit interest rates. Our economy basically was in the gutter. You had the Ayatollah
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Memorial Day to be emotional for local family By MITCH SNEED Editor
For one local family, this Memorial Day will be especially emotional as they mark the holiday without a beloved family member who served her country. Master Sgt. Clarice Grant lost a long and courageous battle with breast cancer on March 5 at the age of 51, following a long and deco- Grant rated military career that began right after her graduation from Benjamin Russell High School. “She was an amazing woman of God,” her cousin Porsche Hannon said. “Aside from God and her family, the military was the most important thing in her life. She took the utmost pride in her See GRANT • Page 3
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BRHS graduates break the scholarship record Marie Treadwell, above center gave a speech as valedictorian thanking her parents and family as Montashia Crayton, right, looks to the stands to find her family and friends in attendance at the graduation ceremony for the Benjamin Russell Class of 2016. The class earned over $5 million in scholarships.
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Criminal charges against former Councill Middle School Principal Melanie McKinney that resulted in her 2014 firing by the Tallapoosa County Board of Education have been dismissed following her completion of a pre-trial diversion plan. Fifth Judicial Circuit Judge Steven Perryman dismissed the charges against McKinney on Monday, May 23. The details of McKinney’s pre-trial diversion plan are not known. McKinney was fired by the Tallapoosa County Board of Education on Dec. 3, 2014, after it deliberated for 98 minutes before voting 4-1 to accept Superintendent Joe Windle’s recommendation for termination. McKinney, who was hired as Councill principal in 2012, was indicted on four counts of failure to report abuse of a child, four counts of obstruction of governmental operations, felony theft and one count of possession of a forged instrument. She had been on paid administrative leave since the allegations surfaced. Windle said See MCKINNEY • Page 3
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Marshall Street Church of God is continuing the tradition of hosting a celebration of God and country. The church 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. Pastor Rick Levell from Marshall Street Church of God said this is the 11th year the Christian event has been hosted at the Benjamin Submitted / The Outlook Russell High School band field with music, food and Christian recording artist Josh Wilson will be the headline act at Alexander City Celebrates Freedom Sunday, July 3 at the Benjamin Russell High School band practice field. The event fireworks. is sponsored by the City of Alexander City and Marshall Street Church of God.
“We are excited about this year’s celebration,” Levell said. “Nationally known Christian singer Josh Wilson will be the headliner of the concert. We think he will have a great appeal to those who come out to celebrate God and country with us.” Wilson is an Arkansas native who is an awardwinning 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. His musical style is described as contemporary Christian, folk, adult contemporary, and pop rock. He plays See FREEDOM • Page 3
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DEAR ABBY: My 18-yearold daughter, a junior in high school, is still living at home. She has befriended a 51-yearold man at her first job (a burger place). We have told her that although she is kind to be friendly with him at work, we feel it’s inappropriate to do things with him outside of work. She’s now upset with us and claims we “don’t understand,” “nothing romantic is going on” and she thinks of him like a “second father.” Although they have not gotten together yet outside of work, she announced last weekend that she was going to meet him for lunch. We put our foot down and told her no way, and she was forbidden to borrow either of our vehicles to go. (She doesn’t have her own car yet.) She relented, but how can we convince her that this is a bad idea with the world the way it is nowadays? I have suggested to her father (with whom my daughter
has a close relationship) that he speak to this man one on one. My husband feels this is something she has to learn for herself. She’s very naive. What do you think? -- MOM OF A TEEN DEAR MOM: Frankly, I think your husband is right. While you may wish to protect your daughter, she’s an adult now. People learn more life lessons from experience than they do from lectures.
DEAR BULLIED: Yes, I do. This may not be bullying in the physical sense, but losing a friend can be painful. It is important that you realize that people aren’t inanimate objects that can be “owned” or “stolen.” Much as we might wish it, relationships do not always stay the same. Friendships can be stronger at times and weaker at others, and people sometimes drift from one close friendship to another. When this happens, regard it as an OPPORTUNITY, because that’s what it is. It’s a chance for you to get involved in activities that will expose you to new people and offer you a way to make NEW friends.
DEAR ABBY: I am 11 years old and having some big bully blues. There is one girl in my class who steals friends. She’s been taking mine. Any advice? -- BULLIED IN GEORGIA
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violence. • Mitchell Craig Corley, 29, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Clarence Thomas Jr., 43, of Alexander City was arrested for receiving stolen property. • Summer Jordan Corley, 27, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Theft was reported on Highway 280. • Domestic violence was reported in the 300 block of Church Street. • Harassment was reported in the 2400 block of Sunny Level Cutoff. • Burglary was reported on Our Road. • Domestic violence was reported on N Street.
for domestic violence. • James Harwood Ashwood, 55, of Alexander City was arrested for bail jumping. • Julie Anna Turpish, 39, of Kellyton was arrested for disorderly conduct. • Chaz Rashad Russell, 27, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Shontonio Quintavius Battle, 21, of Lineville was arrested for using false identity to obstruct justice and duty to give information and render aid. • Lakesha Denise Mitchell, 32, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence, disorderly conduct, drug paraphernalia and marijuana. • Jervarski Montez Hutchins, 22, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence, drug paraphernalia and marijuana possession. • LaJarvis Deon Matthews, 24, of Alexander City was arrested for theft. • Corbin Mitchell Peek, 24, of Alexander City was arrested for public intoxication.
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• Gary Lonell Bodrick, 34, of Prattville was arrested for sodomy. Michael Sherard McNeal, 36, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence, public intoxication, and assault. • Burglary was reported on Washington Street.
May 23
• Joann Dixon Carpenter, 68, of Alexander City was arrested for theft. • Renardo Josh Robinson, 39, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Domestic violence was reported in the 700 block of Farm Loop. • Criminal Mischief was reported on Hillabee St. • Theft was reported on Broad Street.
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• Felicia Antoinette Goggans,42, of Alexander City was arrested for disorderly conduct. • Magnes Kenwaske Foster, 33, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic violence. • Demetrius Lamont Moon, 41, of Alexander City was arrested for domestic
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• Criminal mischief was reported in the 400 block of Midway Estates Road. • Domestic violence was reported in Alexander City. • Theft was reported at Market Place.
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• Todlover Demetus Gilmore, 44, of Alexander City was arrested for May 19 domestic violence. • Bryan Keith Taylor, 31, • Angela Denise of Goodwater was arrested Minniefield, 46, of Alexander City was arrested for discharge firearm into an occupied dwelling. • Robert Alvin McClain, Jr. 44, of Alexander City was arrested for public intoxication. Mrs. Peggy Gamble
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• A resident of Deer Foot Lane in Dadeville filed a report for theft. • A resident of Macedonia Road in Tallassee filed a report for theft. • A resident of Dead Timbers Road in Dadeville filed a report for harassment. • Dustin Foreman of Veazey Road in Alexander City was arrested for a probation violation warrant.
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• A resident of Campbell Road in Dadeville filed a report for domestic violence.
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• A subject of Coosa County Road 26 in Alexander City was arrested on an active child support warrant. • A subject of County Road 9 in Waverly was arrested on an active child support warrant. • A resident of Wood Duck Point in Jacksons Gap filed a report for a dog bite.
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• Terrance Banks of North Uniroyal in Opelika, was arrested on a grand jury indictment for assault second degree. • A resident of Tessie Drive in Jackson’s Gap, filed a report for a dog bite.
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percent of my income for rent, barely making ends meet. I wanted to reciprocate, so I invited them over for a homecooked meal. My friend came, but his wife is shy and didn’t come. (I had a couple of other friends over.) If someone wants to reciprocate being taken out for dinner, isn’t it acceptable to invite them over for a home-cooked meal or must they be taken out? -- TENTATIVE HOST IN MASSACHUSETTS DEAR TENTATIVE: No rule of etiquette dictates that you must take your guests out to dinner. Inviting them for a home-cooked meal was both gracious and appropriate.
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Burns said. “She was a wonderful person who loved people and singing. She would always sing this song ‘99 And A Half Won’t Do.’ That’s the way she was with everything she did. If it was job at church or in the military, she was going to do it all out and to the best of her ability. She loved people, especially children and it’s tough to head into Memorial Day without her and that smile being part of it.” Her aunt Julia Abrams said she hopes others take the time to honor their loved ones who served this Memorial Day, because she knows how much Clarice’s service meant to her. “Clarice was ambitious, focused, a people person and never met a stranger,” Abrams said. “She was a soldier twice. First, a soldier for the Lord. She was strong in her faith. Having been a gospel singer from early childhood, she knew her calling in life; that was to be devoted to her faith. Church was her element. Regardless to whether she was in or out of the state, Clarice’s first prior-
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Gary Lonell Bodrick of Prattville was arrested Tuesday on charges of sodomy with a juvenile girl. “He was arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service in Prattville,” Alexander City Police Department Lt. James Easterwood said. According to the arrest reports, a warrant was issued Feb. 24 for the 34-year-old Bodrick by the Alexander City Police Department. “He has been on the run,” Easterwood said. Easterwood would not comment on the crime other than saying the victim was a juvenile. Bodrick has been convicted on theft and robbery charges in the past according to court documents. According to those same court documents, Bodrick has been a resident of Dadeville and Alexander City. Friday afternoon, Bodrick was being held in the Tallapoosa County Jail on $40,000 bond.
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her career and her choice to be a part of the United States Army and she made certain that everyone knew that. “She had a contagious and radiant personality that would grasp the attention of everyone around her. Her memory will never die. It’s just tough because this is the first Memorial Day we’ve had without her. But we wanted to make sure to stop and honor her memory and let everyone know how much serving this country meant to her.” Grant’s military career was marked with service and success. She began training at at Fort Jackson in South Carolina and climbed two ranks quickly following training to become a personnel action specialist. She served at duty stations in Korea and Germany and she finished her 30-year career stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Clarice’s longtime friend Ruth Burns said she will always remember her smile and her love of life. “I will always remember her smile and how she loved the Lord,”
ity was to seek a church. Singing was her love. “Secondly, a soldier in the U.S.Army serving and protecting her country. She has served since graduating from BRHS 32 years ago. As a matter of fact, her uncle, Master Sgt. Ronnie Grant Influenced her to consider joining the Armed Forces, and she did so and rose to the rank of Master Sergeant.” Grant is survived by her mother Mary Dillard, her three children Kiantae Taylor and her husband Nathaniel, Kevin Gardenshire Jr. and Antuanika Lockhart. She had three grandchildren Lilyanne Grant and Malakai and Michah Taylor and is also survived by her siblings Harold Grant, Fredrett Grant, Alonza Dillard, Sandiago Dillard, Patrice Dillard and Flora Clark. Grant’s passing also left a huge void with her nephews nieces and cousins who were touched by her dedication to God and country.
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continued from page 1 and fireworks portion of the show. Vendors will also be on hand with food, drink and snow cones. Levell added the event will be Christian-centered and family friendly. “It’s a community project and something we just do for the community. The community helps out and gets involved,” Levell said. “It’s a family friendly place. We ask that no one bring coolers or alcohol, especially because it’s on school grounds and it’s a Christian event. It’s a great time to come hang out.” Levell thanked the city for sponsoring the fireworks again this year. He said without their help, along with all the volunteers who pitch in, an event of this size and quality would be impossible. “We have been very blessed to have the city’s help on this and this year we feel very fortunate to have two great acts performing for all those who attend,” Levell said.
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the termination would be effective immediately and her pay would stop. The charges stem from allegations that McKinney had failed to report sexual abuse involving students. Officials also say they found evidence that she allegedly falsified official documents to obtain free lunches for family members. McKinney’s attorney, Victoria Relf of Montgomery, did not return calls seeking comment. At the time of McKinney’s hearing before the Board of Education, board members declined to comment on deliberations or the case following the vote. Windle, at the time, said he appreciated the board’s diligence through the entire process. “It is a difficult decision for this board to have to make,” Windle said. “It’s not easy to terminate an employee. But I do think that this board did what it needed to do to send a very clear message that the Tallapoosa County Schools will not tolerate bullying or the abuse of students. “It is our responsibility to provide a safe and secure environment
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or most of us, Memorial Day is a time to mark the beginning of the summer with fun, family and, more often than not, an outdoor feast. For all of us, it should be more. As you and yours gather around the grill this weekend, take time to reflect and, more than anything, time to appreciate those men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our nation free. From our battles for separation from the tyranny of British rule in the American Revolution to our current efforts in the Middle East, the bravest among us – and often men and women barely out of their teens – have given their lives so that we can maintain the greatest, most privileged lifestyle in the world. Our freedoms are many and paid for with the blood of those who loved them more than life itself. As we celebrate Memorial Day this year, let’s take time to remember the 50,000 lives lost in the American Revolution, the 750,000 lost in the Civil War, the more than 1.4 million killed in World Wars I and II and the almost 400,000 killed in various conflicts and wars since then. All those lives were lost for one reason: to maintain American life as the most free, most abundant, most enjoyable way of life on this planet. We should not take that heavy, heavy price that’s been paid by American family after American family for granted. We should remember. Always. Remember that we are free because hearts that once beat stronger than most have grown still, smiles that once shined so brightly have grown dim, warriors that once fought so valiantly have been felled, but their enemies – like all of our enemies – were unable to extinguish our flame of freedom. So, this weekend, let’s celebrate, but also remember. Those bravest among us who have given their lives to keep us free would want us to do exactly that. Happy Memorial Day!
hen I first learned to ride a bicycle in Tuscaloosa, back in the 60s, we used to chase the mosquito truck as it rode through our neighborhood. What a thrill it was to ride through the man-made fog! The mosquito truck brought out waves of kids on bicycles, much like the ice cream truck. We thought riding in the fog was fun because you couldn’t see too good back there behind the mosquito truck. Today, there’s not a mother in America who would let her kids play in a cloud of bug killer, breathing as fast as they could while pedaling at top speed. We weren’t bugs. What did we have to worry about? Mostly we were worried about locking pedals with other bikes in the fog. It wasn’t that long ago in Alabama when a mosquito bite could kill you. Yellow fever and malaria were real concerns here. Although most current Lake Martin residents would have a hard time believing it, after the lake was built, people in Alexander City called it the “backwater” and stayed well away because of mosquitos. There was even a government-funded program that paid young Alexander City high school boys to spray the surface of
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the lake with oil during the summer vacation as a way to fight mosquitos. Vaccines have wiped out the Yellow Fever threat. Malaria has been under control here for decades. But the mosquitoes are still here. And they still bite. Just last summer, Alexander City halted its summer mosquito-spraying program as a $40,000 costcutting measure. I don’t think many residents would have noticed the spraying program had ended. It wasn’t as much fun for bicyclers because there was no longer a cloud of fog … just an invisible bug killer that was sprayed all over town. And mothers wouldn’t let their kids ride behind the truck anyway. Frankly, I haven’t been able to tell any difference in the number of mosquitos on Circle Drive this summer. But now there’s a new mosquito-borne disease without a cure facing Alabamians: Zika. And the risk is real, especially for pregnant mothers. Adults and children who are infected with the Zika virus usually have mild flu-like symptoms for a few days.
However it can cause severe birth defects in unborn children if pregnant mothers are infected. In Friday’s Outlook, we addressed this problem and city officials said there has been conversation about restarting the mosquitospraying program in the city limits if funding can be made available. That’s all well and good. But this weekend marks the unofficial beginning of the lake season, and I’m not aware of any public mosquito-spraying program on Lake Martin since they stopped coating the surface with oil decades ago. Even if the city re-establishes its spraying program, most people who live here will still face mosquito bites during the course of the summer. The best course of action is to take personal responsibility to avoid mosquito bites. When you’re going outside, cover up with long pants, long sleeves and hats (also smart to prevent sunburn) and wear mosquito repellant. Also, keep your windows closed or screened so mosquitos can’t get inside your house. Over time, I’m sure the Zika virus will be controlled with a vaccine. But for now, it pays to be careful when you’re outside. Boone is chairman of Tallapoosa Publishers.
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Hillary mirrors all that is wrong with Trump Dear Editor, Reading through Tuesday’s paper I came across David Granger’s editorial and all I can say is “David !! put down the crack pipe!!” If you are a YDD ( yellow dog Democrat) then you are in the same situation I have been in for the last four presidential elections and trying to pick the lesser of two evils. I think you were alive and attentive enough to remember the Berlin wall coming down signaling the end of the Cold War which was fought against socialism. Seems everyone under thirty years old has forgotten the meaning of Socialism. The root source of socialism’s power resides in socialism’s ability to enslave the populace. Anyone who thinks Bernie Sanders is the answer is stupid. Show me one successful socialist government now or ever. Socialism does not work. But Hillary, give me a break. Hillary mirrors everything you state is wrong with Trump. Hillary is a habitual liar. Hillary is about to reap what she has sown throughout her career. Hillary will be indicted on espionage charges. Espionage means she is a traitor to our nation and should be tried as such and executed for her betrayal. This is the second time the Clintons, Bill and Hillary, have committed treason. The first time was by not acting on the terrorist threat in 2008 while Bill was president and allowing the 9-11 tragedy to happen. Bill was too busy chasing interns which Hillary never tried to stop. Do you remember Bill lying to Congress and having impeachment proceedings brought against him? These are the people you want to elect. To continue everything negative you said about Trump is true of Barack Hussein Obama. Trump has ten times more qualification to be president than Barack Hussein Obama ever will.
I can sympathize with your situation I voted uncommitted in the primary due to my dissatisfaction with the candidates who were running. Currently Trump is the only choice and who knows he actually may do a good job. What happened to America? Where are the leaders? The condition of our governing bodies is so devoid of any sign of professional ability and leadership skills it is pathetic. This is to include our city, county, state and federal government. Especially our city and state governments. What total incompetence. A simple theft case can’t be prosecuted in a timely manner why? There is only one answer, in my opinion cover up. When will the people of Alex City get their money back? Go ask the Mayor. The mayor should be required to pay back the money wasted on the forensic audit that wasn’t. We didn’t need a forensic audit. The missing golf course money wasn’t embezzlement, it was simple theft. As citizens of Alex City we have paid too much attention to the council meeting drama and not enough to the $1.5 million missing from the city accounts. Now let’s turn to our federal government for a moment. Interest rates have been low for quite some time. The national debt is at $19 trillion. What do you think will happen to that debt when interest rates start to rise? The debt will increase exponentially and then catastrophic financial collapse. At this point I cannot see how this can be avoided. Anything is possible for God so you had better start praying. Woody Baird De Opresso Liber Alexander City
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ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL: Bibb Graves School is hosting an arts and crafts festival May 28. There will also be a car show. CHURCH FELLOWSHIP: New Adka Church is hosting a day of fun, fellowship and fun May 28 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bring your family and lawn chairs. There will be games for children and adults with volleyball, inflatable games, matching games, ball pit and more. There is no cost for the event. POP UP SHOPS: Lakeside Mercantile 4th annual Pop Up Shops & Tent Event will be May
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CHURCH HOMECOMING: Hillabee Camp Ground United Methodist Church will hold homecoming on Sunday, May 29. A covered luncheon will be held. Everyone is invited to attend. ARMOUR UP: Hatchett Springs Baptist Church Women’s Ministry is hosting Armour Up Sunday, May 29 at 9 a.m. Guest speaker will be Sister Pauline Norris-Thomas of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Goodwater and former Morning Star District Women’s President. MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE: Alexander City will host a Memorial Day
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Edward Bell Career Technical Center’s first class of Health Science internship students qualified to test for the Certified Nursing Assistant certification. To be able to take the test, students are required to complete 37 hours of coursework, 29 lab hours, as well as 24 clinical hours recognized by the Alabama Department of Public Health. EBCTC students obtained their clinical experiences at Dadeville Healthcare Center and Lake Martin Community Hospital. Pictured left to right are Karley Baker (HBHS), Shauna Johnston (HBHS), Teya Wallace (RHS), Amberly Bryant (RHS), Courtney Baker (HBHS), Chakevounce Murph (DHS), Not pictured Samantha Billingsley (RHS).
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GOSPEL CONCERT: The Hyssongs will be presenting a concert of Gospel Music at Bay Pine Baptist Church Friday, June 3 at 7 p.m. Dell, Susan, and Richard Hyssong travel full-time as the award-winning Hyssongs. their energetic family ministry combines family vocal harmony, humor and brass instruments to delight audiences through the powerful medium of music. The group has been singing together as a family for 20 years.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: The Kellyton Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible school June 3 from 5:30 p.m.to 8:30 p.m., June 4 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and June 5 at 4 p.m. For more information contact Glenda “Tater” Eason tatereason@hotmail.com
June 4
INTRO SAILING: The Dixie Sailing Club is hosting a introduction to sailing event June 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The introduction includes an oral presentation and on the water capsize and recovery. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to skipper a sailboat. It is open to children as well as adults. FARM TOUR: Lake Martin QDMA and Tallapoosa County Treasure Forest Assoc. will sponsor a Wildlife Habitat Tour June 4, including timber management and wildflowers on Jerry and Genelle Brown’s Farm near Hackneyville, Al. (1030 Saxon Rd. Goodwater, Al.) Whiskers Catfish will provide lunch after the tour which will begin at 8:30 a.m. The event is free but everyone is asked to call the Tallapoosa County Ext. Office at 256-825-1050 to register, or Jerry Brown at 256-8395154. PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: New Adka Church is hosting its 21st Pastoral Anniversary Banquet for Rev. and Sis. Edward Milner June 4 at 5 p.m. CHURCH HISTORY CELEBRATION: Trinity United Methodist Church invites everyone to join in a celebration of its past and future Saturday, June 4 at 4 p.m.
Trinity will look back at its ministries of the past with history, photographs, and memories of members and former pastors will be shared as we look to plans for the future. Refreshments and fellowship will follow. CRUISE IN: Lord’s Cruisers are hosting a cruise in at Arby’s on Highway 280 Saturday, June 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. All antique cars, trucks and bikes are welcome. Listen to the music of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. For more information contact Rod Sizzers at 256-794-3844. GOLDFISH SPRINT and TURTLE RACE: Wind Creek State Park will host a goldfish sprint and turtle race June 4. Activities will begin at 3 p.m. and the race starts at 5:15 p.m. Dress your turtle for best dressed turtle. There will be $1 goldfish for sale . First, second, and third place winners will be recognized for best dressed turtle, turtle race and the goldfish race. Park entrance fees apply to noncampers.
June 5
CHURCH HOMECOMING: Bay Pine Baptist Church is hosting homecoming June 5 at 10:30 a.m. Guest singers will be Redemption Song. The pastor is Edward Frantz. Everyone is welcome.
June 5-9
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Orr Street Baptist Church is hosting vacation Bible school June 5-9 from 5:30 p.m. to 8-30 p.m. serving a meal at 5:30 p.m. A kick off celebration will be held Wednesday, June 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. with pre-registration, hotdogs, games and prizes. For more information contact Sandra Fuller at 256-3298863.
June 6
SUMMER READING KICKOFF: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is kicking off the Summer Reading program June 6 at 10 a.m. at the Sportplex Gym. There will be a fun run, entertainment and kids free lunch. SUMMER ARTS ENRICHMENT: The Tallapoosa County Schools are hosting summer arts enrichment programs at Dadeville, Horseshoe Bend and Reeltown schools this summer. The program is available for students in kindergarten through the tenth grades. The program will focus on music, art and drama. There will be an end of camp program for parents. The program will be June 6-9, June 13-16, June 20-23 and June 27-30 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily. No transportation will be provided and students must be picked up no later than 12:10 p.m. Children may
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June 6-8
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: New Adka and Pleasant Valley churches are hosting vacation Bible school at New Adka Church June 6 - June 8 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: First Baptist Church Dadeville is hosting vacation Bible school June 6-10 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The free event is open to children from four years old to sixth graders. You can register online at www.fbcdadeville. com. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: First Baptist Church of Alexander City is hosting vacation Bible School June 6-10 from 8 a.m. to noon for 4 year olds through sixth grade. Everyone is welcome and you can register at www. fbc-ac.org
June 7 - 9
CHURCH REVIVAL: New Harmony Baptist Church in Camp Hill will be hosting revival services June 7-9 at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest speakers will be Rev. Eddie Marbury, Rev. Joe Johnson, and Rev. Richard D. Jacobs. Pastor of New Harmony Baptist Church is Rev. Melvin Kelley, Jr.
June 10-11
CLASS REUNION: The BRHS Class of 1976 40 year reunion will be Friday, June 10 at Jazz Fest,and Saturday, June 11 at the Elks Lodge. For more information call: Todd Hayes at 256-786-0076.
June 11
MISS LAKE MARTIN PAGEANT: The 2015 Miss Lake Martin queens return to crown their successors. Beautiful contestants will compete this year in evening gown and casual wear. 22 titles will be given out and the new 2016 Miss Lake Martin will win a minimum of a $1000 scholarship. The pageant will be at Dadeville High School and admission is $10. JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL: Goodsell United Methodist Church in Lanett is hosting the Greater Valley Juneteenth Festival June 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. The free event includes activities for the children, story telling, health fair, car show, voter registration, and live entertainment. There willbe a performance by the Korean Village and Chotaw Nation from Mississippi. GOSPEL SINGING: The Holloway and Drake Singers are celebrating their 35th Anniversary Saturday,June 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the New Canaan Baptist Church in Camp Hill.
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Mountain Springs Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Daviston
Pleasant Grove Church of Christ 1819 Bay Pine Rd, Jackson’s Gap
Pleasant Valley Missionary Baptist 835 Valley Rd., Camp Hill 334-257-4442
Mt. Carmel Baptist 3610 Dudleyville Rd., Dadeville
Southview Church of Christ 2325 Dadeville Rd., Alex City 256-329-0212
Ridge Grove Missionary Baptist Alexander City, 256-234-6972
Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 63 South, Alex City 256-234-7748
Rocky Mt. Baptist New Site community
New Beginning Baptist 1076 Coley Creek Rd.
Seleeta Baptist Booker St., Alex City 256-329-2685 Shady Grove Baptist Jackson’s Gap Community
CHURCH OF GOD Alex City No. 2 A.C.O.P. Church of God Local Street, Alex City Bread of Life A.C.O.P. Church of God Hwy. 280, Kellyton
New Concord Baptist Off hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-5390
Cedar Street Church of God 711 Martin Luther King Blvd. Alex City
New Elkahatchee Baptist Elkahatchee Rd., Alex City 256-329-9942
The Great Bethel Missionary 520 Christian St., Alex City 256-234-5513
New Hope Baptist Lake Martin, off Hwy. 63 256-329-2510
Dadeville Church of God 425 Horseshoe Bend Rd. (Hwy. 49 N.) Dadeville 256-825-8820
Unity Baptist Robinson Rd., Alex City
New Life Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-6190 / 256-329-2635
Marshall Street Church of God 428 Marshall Street, Alex City 256-234-3180
New Pine Grove Baptist Off Hwy. 22, Perryville
New Faith Tabernacle A.C.O.P. Church of God “J” Street
Zion Hill Missionary Baptist 583 S. Broadnax St., Dadeville BAPTIST – SOUTHERN Bay Pine Baptist 1480 Bay Pine Rd. Jackson’s Gap, 256-825-4433
New Providence Baptist Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City
New Harvest Ministries Church of God Hwy 280 & Coosa 28 256-329-2331
BAPTIST – MISSIONARY Bethlehem Baptist New Site
Bethany Baptist Church Bethany Road
New Rocky Mount Baptist 670 Peckerwood Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-794-3846
Cross Key Baptist Hackneyville, 256-329-9716
Bethel Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-5070
New Salem Road New Site Rd., New Site, 256-234-2932
Darian Missionary Baptist Church Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City 256-329-3865
Beulah Baptist Smith Mt. Rd., Jackson’s Gap 256-825-9882
Old Providence Baptist Off Hwy. 63 N., near Hackneyville
The Church of God 13th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1696
Elam Baptist Robertson Rd. Alex City
Calvary Baptist 819 Main St., Dadeville, 256-825-5989
Old Union Baptist 1106 Davis Circle 256-596-1873
Washington Street A.C.O.P. Church of God Washington Street
Orr Street Baptist 1000 “O” Street (Hwy. 63N) Alex City, 256-234-3171
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Church of God of Prophecy 303 Poplar Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6941
Early Rose Baptist 201 E Street, Alexander City Flint Hill Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville
Calvary Heights Baptist Elkahatchee, Rd., Alex City 256-234-7224
Friendship Baptist Our Town Community, 256-329-5243
Camp Hill Baptist Downtown Camp Hill, 256-896-2811
Hollins Springs Baptist Hwy. 280, Goodwater
Comer Memorial 941 E. Church St., Alex City 256-234-2236
Jackson’s Gap Baptist Church 21 East Church St. 256-825-6814
Daviston Baptist Daviston, 395-4327
Liberty Church 1034 Liberty Church Rd. Willow Point Alex City Macedonia Baptist Macedonia Circle, Goodwater 256-839-5793 Marietta Baptist Goodwater Miracle Missionary Baptist 1687 “I” Street 256-215-9788, 256-215-9787 Mt. Calvary Baptist 329 King St., Alex City, 256-234-5631 Mt. Olive Baptist Hwy. 280 & Jct. 49, Goodwater Mt. Sinai Baptist Fish Pond Rd., Coosa County 256-329-2337 Mt. Zion Baptist Hwy. 22, New Site Mt. Zion East StillWaters Dr., 256-825-4991 Mt. Zion West Our Town Community, 256-234-7748 New Elam Baptist Hwy. 9, Burtonville, 256-234-2037
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New Bethel Baptist Rock St., Dadeville, 256-825-7726 Peace & Goodwill Baptist Cottage Grove Community Alexander City, 256-377-4634 Pine Grove Baptist Eagle Creek Rd., Dadeville
Eagle Creek Baptist Hwy. 49, Dadeville, 256-825-6048 Fellowship Baptist Buttston Community Fellowship Primitive Baptist Church on Claybrook Drive, Alex City 256-839-5339 First Baptist Court Square, Alex City 256-234-6351
Perryville Baptist Perryville, 256-234-3588
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1515 Worthy Road, Alex City (Corner of Worthy Place and Dadeville Road)
Pine Grove Baptist Camp Hill Ray Baptist Rockford Hwy., Alex City, 256-234-7609 River Road Baptist 148 Dean Rd., Alex City, 256-234-6971 Rocky Creek Baptist Samford Rd., Cowpens Community Rocky Mount Baptist Hwy. 22 E., Alex City, 256-329-2327 Rock Springs Baptist Jackson’s Gap, 256-839-6263 Russell Farm Baptist Hwy. 63 beyond Our Town
Pentecostal Church of God 163 Franklin Street, Alex City 256-215-4055
First United Methodist 310 Green St., Alex City 256-234-6322
Flint Hill U.M., Alex City 256-234-5047 Goodwater U.M. Main St., Goodwater, 256-839-6661 Haven United Methodist 410 Christian St., Alex City 256-329-8394 Hillabee Campground UMC 120 CC Road, Alex City Sunday School 10am Sunday Service 11am Kellyton U.M., Kellyton, 256-329-1681
Pearson Chapel U.M. Pearson Chapel Rd., Alex City Red Ridge United Methodist 8091 County Road 34, Dadeville 256-825-9820
METHODIST – INDEPENDENT Daviston Independent Methodist Daviston, 395-4207 PENTECOSTAL Pentecostals of Dadeville 115 West Columbus Street Dadeville, 256-596-3411
EPISCOPAL Saint James Episcopal Church 121 South Central Ave., Alex City 256-234-4752
First Presbyterian Okefuske, Dadeville, 256-825-4081 Robinson Memorial Presbyterian Robinson Rd., Alex City UNITED PENTECOSTAL Alex City Apostolic 3708 Robinson Rd., Alexander City, 256-329-1573 INDEPENDENT Faith Temple Franklin Street, Alex City, 256-234-6421
Sunny Level Baptist Church Sunny Acres Subdivision Sewell Street
Kellyton Revival Center Co. Road 87 South Kellyton
Hillabee Baptist Hillabee Rd., Alex City 256-234-6798
Town Creek Baptist Camp Ground Rd., Alex City
Liberty Life Christian Center 321 “S” Street, Alex City
Horseshoe Bend Baptist Hwy. 280, Dadeville
Wayside Baptist 21 Wayside Circle, Alex City 256-234-5564
Passion Church 3340 Hwy. 63 N., Alex City 256-409-9590
Zion Hill Baptist Hwy. 79, near Horseshoe Bend
The Family Worship Center 365 Scott Road, Alex City
CATHOLIC St. John the Apostle 454 N. Central Ave., Alex City 256-234-3631
METHODIST – UNITED Alexander City Methodist 11th Ave. N., Alex City 256-329-1284
CHURCH OF CHRIST Alex City Church of Christ 945 Tallapoosa St., Alex City 256-234-6494
Bradford Methodist Hwy. 9, Goodwater
New Bethel Fellowship Church 5474 Rock Springs Road Jackson’s Gap 256-825-3367
Comer Memorial U.M. 427 East Church St., 256-329-3467
The Baha’I Faith 740 Newell Street, Camp Hill 256-896-4007
Duncan Memorial U.M. 3997 Hillabee Rd., Alex City 256-234-6708
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Republican of America. And he had a philosophy of building our military because his philosophy was you maintain peace through strength. And America was great. He put the red, white and blue back in the USA.” Hooper then told the group of approximately 40 Tallapoosa County Republicans gathered at Queen’s Attic on Thursday night how America slipped into complacency, softness and laziness with the rise of the Clintons and President Barack Obama before advocating for a prescription for America’s return to greatness – the election of Trump as president of the United States. “Well then, we all of a sudden got complacent, we got soft,” Hooper said. “We got lazy and here come the Clintons and then here comes Obama. Once again, our economy is in the tank. We’ve got these terrorist thugs making fun of America and we have Isis brutally murdering innocent people. “But we can do something about that. If we all work hard, we can make America great again by electing Donald Trump as the next president of the United States.” Hooper went on to talk about three main issues – Supreme Court appointments, economics and trade – for which he thinks Trump will be best for the United States. “You’ve already seen the Supreme Court justices that (Trump) said he would appoint once he’s elected,” Hooper said. “And let me make this perfectly clear, for those of you who may not be in Trump’s corner yet or for some of your friends who may decide, I don’t know, he’s a little arrogant, they need to ask themselves this question: Do I want Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump appointing these vacancies to the Supreme Court? That is a serious issue. The Second Amendment is at stake, the right to bear arms. The 10th Amendment, state’s rights – the entire Bill of
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Perry Hooper, Jr. speaks Thursday about how the Trump would be a the one to vote for in the November General Election.
Rights will be at stake.” About economics, Hooper cited Trump’s record as a businessman. “I don’t know of anybody who understands economics better than Donald Trump,” Hooper said. “He’s built a payroll. Everybody else he’s running against has just been on the government payroll. He’s created 250,000 jobs in America. That speaks volumes. Finally, Hooper talked about Trump’s stance on trade and touted his ability to bring jobs back to America. “Now trade is an issue. I mean, y’all have had these issues right here,” the Trump cochair said. “I remember when I came out of Auburn the first job I had was with Tom Eden representing the textile and apparel industry. It was the biggest employer in Alabama. Well, it ain’t here anymore. No Avondale Mills, no Russell Mills. We have got to get back to promoting American-made jobs and create jobs for Americans.” Hooper mentioned both Benghazi and Obamacare as Democratic “disasters” and passed out copies of a map showing states that regularly go Democratic and Republican as well as toss-up states. He said that he felt like Trump would take Pennsylvania,
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which leans slightly Democratic, and even has a chance in New York, which is historically largely Democratic, but is Trump’s home state, and asked the crowd to urge those they know in those and other states to vote Trump. In response to a question about Trump’s potential vice presidential choice, Hooper mentioned Ohio Gov. John Kasich and Ohio Sen. Rob Portman, but said his personal pick would be Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions. “Selfishly, I’d love to see Jeff Sessions (as Trump’s running mate),”
Hooper said. “He’s a man of principle and a man of integrity and I think he could help get these things done for us. … Jeff Sessions seems to be moving up toward the top right now.” Hooper urged the Republican gathering to get out and work to elect Trump. “We need to get out there and pump hands and say we need your help, we need your vote and we need your prayers,” Hooper said. “Together we can make America great again. It’s great to be a Trump American!”
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Goodbye and good luck, Alexander City
NEW YEAR, NEW STORYLINES Five stories to watch in the 2016 high school football season
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just want to start off by saying ‘thank you.’ Thank you to all of the readers who frequent The Outlook and Dadeville Record sport pages. Thank you to all of the coaches I have had the pleasure to work with over these past three years. Thank you to everyone who has given me the smallest bits of praise or criticism. Thank you to any and everyone who took the time to read anything I have written. I say all of this because Friday marked the last day of my time at Tallapoosa Publishers. Since 2011, journalism has been the only profession I have known. It is a field I entered because of my love of telling stories and the different places journalism takes you and people you meet along the way. Sports in particular have always been my passion, which is why I was thrilled with the opportunity to become sports editor of The Outlook and The Record in December of 2014. Earlier this year, I was given a tremendous opportunity to continue pursuing that passion and study Sports Business in New York City. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that I simply could not pass up. It’s always bittersweet when you move away from a place that becomes like home to you. The people I have met in this community and the lifelong friends I have made at TPI will always be close to my heart. I’m thankful for everyone I have met along the way because the people you meet in life help you grow as a person. It’s been a great ride and I’m thankful for all of the people I have met, memories and stories I have covered, particularly over the past year and a half while living in Alexander City.
NeColby Maxwell, BRHS
Raymond Graham, Coosa By ROBERT HUDSON Sports Editor
The 2016 high school football season is still months away, but teams around the Tallapoosa County area are already preparing for the changes coming this year. With new region alignments, new coaches and, of course, new players, teams around the Lake Martin area will have to adjust quickly to ensure success on the gridiron. Here are five of the top storylines to watch in 2016.
Wildcats replacing large senior class
Dadeville to host Future Stars Baseball Camp STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
Dadeville is set to host its camp for the future baseball stars of the area. Dadeville will host its Future Stars Baseball Camp on this coming Monday through Friday at McKelvey Park. The camp will be for ages 7-8 to 11-12 years old. The camp will be held from 8 a.m. to noon each day next week. Registration is $50 per child. For more information, contact Kyle Caldwell at Caldwelln@uwa. edu
The Wildcats will have to replace 27 seniors from last season’s 12-2 squad that finished in the Class 6A semifinals. Among those seniors were key players like Murray State signee Tyre Gray, who led Benjamin Russell with 1,848 yards and 31 touchdowns from the quarterback position. Not only will the Wildcats have to find a new signal-caller, they will have to replace some key pieces on the offensive line and defense. Fortunately for Benjamin Russell, it returns an 1,800-yard rusher in running back NeColby Maxwell and experience in the secondary with Timmy Lawson. With a couple of 2015 playoff teams in Helena and Wetumpka joining the region along with the return of familiar foes
Margarius Buchanan, DHS
Drew Hill, HBS
Opelika and Chelsea, the Wildcats will is carried over to the fall. With the be tested often in 2016. return of 1,000-yard rusher Drew Hill, the Generals will have weapons at their disposal in 2016. Will Dadeville rebuild or reload? Like all high school teams, Dadeville lost key players from last season, but few Can Coosa repeat playoff appearances? lost as many former All-State athletes as In Barry Simmons’ first season at the Tigers. the helm of Central-Coosa, the Cougars Alabama signee Shawndarius broke a 15-year playoff drought. With Jennings, 1,000-yard receiver Tyreke a full spring under his belt for the first Stone, shutdown corner Isaiah Hicks, time as the Cougars’ head coach, Central and the list goes on. went to Jacksonville State in the Gridiron Jennings went down early in 2015, Challenge and walked away with two which enabled Margarius Buchanan to victories. Raymond Graham returns at step in at the quarterback position as quarterback after a 1,000-yard rushing he finished with 1,399 yards passing, and passing season. 1,538 yards rushing and 23 touchdowns With more familiarity heading into the in the Tigers’ up-tempo offense. With summer between players and coach, the Buchanan returning, the Tigers hope to playoffs might become a regular occurpick up where they left off. rence in Rockford. The athletes, as always, will be there for the Tigers, but will have to step up Reeltown under new management quickly in a region that includes the With the retirement of legendary coach return of longtime rival Tallassee. Jackie O’Neal, Reeltown will move forward under a new coach in Matt Johnson. Can Horseshoe Bend bounce back? Familiarity with existing staff memThere were a few close calls, but bers should make for an easier transition, ultimately, 2015 ended winless for as well as scheme changes that Johnson Horseshoe Bend. But if this spring’s dubbed ‘minor.’ The Rebels are hoping to maintain performance that saw the Generals put up for than 40 points on the road against that same kind of smashmouth style 2015 playoff participant Fayetteville is that worked so well under O’Neal for any indication, Horseshoe Bend seems decades. If Johnson can establish his style early headed in the right direction. With Cade Worthy leading the offense, on, things could go smoothly for the Horseshoe Bend is hoping that firepower Rebels.
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The Alexander City 12U team finished second at the Anniston All-Star Tournament recently. Members of the 12U team are Isaiah Moore, Nathan Welcher, Nathan Jones, Kylee Stark, JP Stark, Jon Robert Tucker, Ethan Rojas, Dylan Palacios, Tyler Cotney, Wesley Tew, Abby Davis, Elijah Gaspar, Kelly Hernandez and Edwyn Perez. Coaches are Josh Tucker and Brad Davis.