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The Alexander City Police Department is looking for burglars after a passenger van was stolen from Harbor Learning Academy and a car from Elkahatchee Street along with several vehicle break-ins over the weekend. According to Alexander City Police Chief Jay Turner, the break-ins have been in two parts of town and continued Monday night. “We had a good bit of them and again last night,” Turner said. “Almost all of them were in the Circle Drive and Semmes Street area. We had some last night (Monday) on the opposite side of town near C and J Tech and Samlip.” Turner said detectives were working on the case and the vehicles have not yet been located. He also said patrols have been stepped up. “Both vehicles have been listed in NCIC and detectives are following up on it,” Turner said. Turner explained stolen vehicles in Alexander City are not normally involved in a scheme to make See THEFTS • Page A7
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It’s almost a year to the day since the current administration took office in Alexander City. A work session is planned for Thursday afternoon that will highlight just how much has been accomplished in the last 12 months. Among the items scheduled for the council to discuss is the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2017/18 and a report on an audit of the city Fiscal Year 2015/16 financials. Alexander City Jim Nabors said Thursday’s meeting is the product of a lot of hard work and changes in mindset at city hall. “I won’t say it was worse that I thought, but it was not what I expected,” Nabors said. “It was like those bad commercials you see where they are trying to do a tax return when somebody brings them all their records in a shoebox. That’s exactly what it was like. “But to see us to the point where we are caught up on budgets and on the verge of getting current with audits, that is a very good feeling.” Nabors said the progress hasn’t been without a lot of angst, but he credited Alexander City Finance Director Sandy Stanbrough for working so diligently and coordinating all the moving parts to get the books to this point. “There has been a lot of people working very hard along the way,” Nabors said. But Sandy has been the one who has really
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Alexander City was full of Halloween fun, at least for some. Above, Olivia Heard throws a fit as her mother Antwisha Russell-Heard ties to lead her into an elaborate holiday scene set up by Jessica and Sabrina Sneed on Semmes Street. More than 330 trick-or-treaters visited there Tuesday night. Left, Big Mo from the Montgomery Biscuits entertained children at the Marshall Street Church Trunk or Treat Tuesday evening. For more pictures see page A7 inside.
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Horseshoe Bend fashion show raises money for cancer research Students and family members packed the common area at Horseshoe Bend School Tuesday afternoon for the ninth-annual Pink and Teal Fashion Show, hosted by the Horseshoe Bend FCCLA. Raising money for breast and cervical cancer research, the capacity crowd eagerly awaited what outfits the 34 students and one faculty member
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would show off. “This is our ninth annual fashion show,” FCCLA Advisor Felicia Williams said. “We started it as a pink fashion show for breast cancer research, but in 2015, we lost a faculty member to ovarian cancer. In her memory, we changed it up last year to pink and teal.” The audience showed Donald Campbell / The Outlook their excitement Dressed as an elderly woman, Horseshoe Bend student Hunter Batson throughout the show, walks the stage during Tuesday’s fashion show raising money for See PINK • Page A5 breast and cervical cancer research.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the 15th in a series of profiles on the 28 agencies that receive funding through the Lake Martin Area United Way. Currently, the Lake Martin Area United Way is holding their 2018 fundraising campaign, “Team United.” To learn how to help, contact the United Way at 256-329-3600 or at www. unitedwaylakemartin.org. By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
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DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been together 21 years, married for 17. We recently did a short sale on our home and moved to Texas. It was a professional move for my husband. At first I was wowed; then I grew homesick for my family, my job and my friends. My husband was not supportive of my emotional needs. Three years later, my husband has announced his engagement to another woman via the internet. He has been seeing her all this time, while financially supporting my household and saying, “Goodbye, I love you,” at the end of our phone calls and texts. Needless to say, I have filed for divorce. His “cupcake” doesn’t know he’s still married and has large debts from our relationship as well as this new one, so she’s in for a big financial surprise. In the meantime, we’ll communicate amicably. I still
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love him. I want to expose him to her. I don’t think she’d be making wedding plans if she knew he was still married. Should I let them figure it out for themselves or maybe spend my lifetime with regrets? -- HEAVY HEART, NO REGRETS DEAR HEAVY HEART: If you want to do the cupcake a “favor” and expose your almost-ex, I can’t stop you. But if you do, you can bet your divorce will be anything but amicable, and I have serious doubts that you’ll achieve your goal. DEAR ABBY: My husband is always grabbing me in a sexual way. I find it demeaning and annoying. When I
Memorial Service for Mrs. Elizabeth Gayle Hayes, 82, of Dadeville, will be Friday, November 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Langley Funeral Home. Rev. Ben Arellano will officiate. Mrs. Hayes passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 at her residence. She was born on September 9, 1935 in Dothan, Alabama to Lewis Hiram Brannon and Augusta Lee Brannon. She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Dadeville. Mrs. Hayes was an amazing, adventurous woman, wife, and mother who will be remembered for her big heart and lovely sense of
Mr. Bobby Joe Wood 1936 - 2017 Funeral Service for Mr. Bobby Joe Wood, 80, of Cragford, Alabama, will be Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Mellow Valley Baptist Church. Bro. James Owens, Bro. David Daniel, Dr. Joe Turner, and Bro. Dwayne Bailey will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mellow Valley Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 1,
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humor. As a teenager she learned to drive an18-wheeler hauling dynamite and received many titles driving cars in the demolition derby. She worked for NASA as a transcriptionist during the Apollo missions and enjoyed a career as an executive secretary with IBM for more than 30 years. During her years in Dadeville she raised hybrid wolves with her husband, Bob. Mrs. Hayes was a devoted 27-year member of the Kiwanis Club in Dadeville, DHS Key Club and a member of the Chamber of Commerce. With these clubs she has served as secretary, mentor, and sponsor. She loved reading mystery and romance novels, meeting her fellow club members at Bob’s Fine Foods and Homeplate Caf«, and was a
• Unauthorized use of a vehicle was reported on Cornerstone Drive. • Driving under the influence of alcohol was reported on 13th Avenue. • Dogs running at large was reported on Lindsey Road. • Harassment was reported on O Street. • Theft was reported on
5th Way. • Theft was reported on Jefferson Street. • Fraudulent use of a credit/debit card was reported on Meadows Street. • Harassment was reported on Robinwood Drive.
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“Professional Grandmother” because of her love of all children. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Kimball Peters; son-in-law William of Dadeville; son, Brannon Crawford Craig of Atlanta, GA; nieces, Laura Painter, Karen Riches, Pamela Campbell, Becky Scramlin; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Bailey Hayes; parents and sister, Bebe Carolyn Brannon. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.langleyfuneralhome.com.
He was a member of the Alexander City Jaycees and enjoyed golfing, bowling and Auburn football. He is survived by his wife, Patsy A. Wood of Cragford; daughter, Cindi D. Waters of Alexander City; son, William Todd Wood (Judy) of Alexander City; grandchildren, Tommy Waters, Jonathan Waters, Blake Brewster, Tyler Brewster, Bailey Wood, Cody Wood; great-grandchild, Adalyn Brewster; brothers, William Bill Wood (Sieu), Barry Mack Wood and brother-in-law,
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DEAR ABBY: My younger brother smokes, but not cigarettes. Recently, he has been taking a pipe to school. I’m the one who drives him to the bus stop every morning,
and I’ve told him to leave it at home, but he refuses to listen to me. I’m worried he’s going to get caught by the campus police, get kicked out of our very nice school and develop a criminal record. I can’t tell our parents because that will do more harm than good, and I can’t make him listen to me. What do I do? -- SMOKING MAD OLDER SISTER DEAR SISTER: Ask yourself which will do your brother more good -- telling your parents what he has been up to so they can intervene, or remaining silent and letting him get kicked out of school for being stoned in class? Tell your parents!
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ask him to stop, he says it’s normal and I should be glad he’s still interested in me. He says it’s my job to “take care of my man,” even if it means being awakened in the middle of the night. Is this normal? -- MANHANDLED IN GEORGIA DEAR MANHANDLED: When a man approaches a woman in a sexual way, it is supposed to be pleasurable for both parties. If one of them asks the other to stop and the person doesn’t, it becomes more of an assault than foreplay. It is not your “job” to have sex with your husband when he wakes you up in the middle of the night demanding it. That borders on coercion, and it is not “normal.”
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• Connie Frances Watson, 34, of Alexander City was arrested for willful abuse of child. • Richard Anthony Williams, 52, of Alexander City was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. • Cary Jason Hand, 38, of Kellyton was arrested for two counts of possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. • Amethyst Dawn Simpson, 32, of Dadeville was arrested for two counts of possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and failure to appear. • Christopher Carlton Strawbridge, 37, of Goodwater was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession of marijuana.
The Thomas and Grant Family of Stephan Harold Thomas, Jr AKA “Jap Wildcat”, would like to thank each of you for your many acts of kindness, love and support shown to us during our time of bereavement. Your presence and prayers has sustained and ministered to us. We ask that you continue to pray for our family. We would like to give a special thanks to BRHS Staff and student body, Alexander City EMT and Police Department, Darian Baptist Church Family and Pastor Larry D. Shealey.
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Premier Exhibitor winners, left, in the Senior Division of the Youth Goat at the Alabama National Fair were, from left, Nelson Smith of Tallapoosa County, grand; Rebecca Jones of Autauga County, reserve; James Ledbetter of Tallapoosa County, third (not pictured); Jillian Betts of Autauga County, fourth; and Nova Mullis of Elmore County, fifth. Above, Youth Goat Showmanship winners in the Junior Division at the Alabama National Fair were, from left, Caedon Smith of Tallapoosa County, first; Ella Prince of Elmore County, second; Lucas Luster of Elmore County, third; Judson Stuart of Elmore County, fourth; Olivia Childress of Chilton County, fifth; Abbeigh Jo Gibson of Washington County, sixth; and Helen Gladney of Tuscaloosa County; seventh. Below, Nelson Smith of Tallapoosa County exhibited the Reserve Champion Market Meat Goat and Grand Champion Alabama Born-and-Bred Market Meat Goat at the Alabama National Fair. The contest held was Oct. 28 and was sponsored by Alabama Farmers Federation and Alfa Insurance. The Alabama Born-andBred prize was sponsored by the Federation’s Meat Goat and Sheep Division. Smith also won ribbons for Overall Commercial Doe Grand Champion, Overall and Yearling Fullblood Buck Grand Champion, Overall Percentage Doe Reserve Champion, Senior Commercial Doe Grand Champion, Junior Percentage Doe Reserve Champion and Senior Percentage Doe Grand Champion.
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his coming weekend we all have an opportunity to help make our community’s greatest asset a little better. The Lake Martin Resource Association and Alabama Power are teaming up for the 15th Renew Our Rivers cleanup, and volunteers are invited to help remove litter and trash from the shorelines and roadways surrounding Lake Martin. The massive volunteer effort takes tons of trash from where it doesn’t belong and disposes of it properly. On one hand it’s a shame that this type of cleanup is needed, but at the same time it is always refreshing to see so many volunteers step up to get the job done. Many hands help make quick work. Will you help? Why? Think about this. We are blessed here to have a 44,000-acre tourist attraction featuring almost 800 miles of shoreline in Lake Martin. It stands to reason that when people come to the lake, they will spend at least some time in Alexander City. With that in mind, showing these visitors the place we call home at its best is essential to help make these people want to return again and again. When they are here, they spend money and that helps our economy and each and every one of us. So we encourage everyone to do their part. Volunteers will be manning dumpsters at the Real Island Marina, Kowaliga public boat ramp, Wind Creek Park Marina and the Union Public boat ramp. LMRA’s John Thompson says more volunteers will make the job easier. “We’ve got room for volunteers,” Thompson said. “We don’t mind if they work independently either. They can come get bags from us. Let us know where it is and we will come pick up the bagged trash. If they know where the trash is, go get it.” Last year’s cleanup saw over 20 tons of trash collected, including 140 automotive tires, by more than 300 volunteers. Let’s all do our part to top last year’s numbers. For more information call 334-399-3289 or visit www.lmra.info
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hen I last left you, we’d just arrived here at the hospital after Lucy had our baby girl two months early in the back of an ambulance without an epidural on Friday the thirteenth. You know, just your typical childbirth. Well, we’re still here but things are looking good—really good. First, in my opinion, Abigail Jennings is the most perfect baby in the history of the world. Furthermore, it’s a fact that she’s the most perfect baby to ever be born two months early in the back of an ambulance on Friday the 13th. That reminds me of my cousin Karin who always lets me know that I’m her favorite cousin—well, at least her favorite cousin named Jody. Anyway, this morning one of the nurses said Abigail was “a perfect gift in a small package,” and I couldn’t agree more. Thank you, Jesus. Lucy has been doing most of the work, but I do what I can. For example, I get Starbucks for her every morning while she breastfeeds. In fact, I go to Starbucks two or three times a day. Although I try, I just can’t seem to get her interested in Sanka. Friends and family often ask what they can do for us. I tell that we’d be grateful for thoughts, prayers, and Starbucks gift cards. I kid, but not really. I’m starting to learn the jargon, which is a bit disheartening. I so enjoy sounding like a caveman while placing my order. It’s unnerving to the baristas. Lately, I’ve just been using the app. Breastfeeding is really beautiful, albeit slightly
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painful from what I hear. I can’t get enough of it. Okay, that didn’t sound right, although I did sample a drop of it on my hand. It didn’t have much of taste to it. Next time, I’ll add some Splenda. But seriously, I can’t get enough of watching mother and child bond in such a beautiful and natural manner. Sometimes I get a little too close, which freaks Lucy out. She’s needs her space for that. I get that, but I’m just so mesmerized by it. The other night while I held Abigail skin to skin, she made a couple of motions which indicated she thought that I too was a maker of milk. If I could, I would, but I can’t. You can’t draw water from a dry well. But I must tell you that that skin to skin feeling with my baby is the greatest feeling ever. Feeling her little heart beat against mine and hearing those faint little sounds coming from such a little miracle is truly mesmerizing. And when those little feet rub against my stomach, fugetaboutit. Like I said, Lucy has done most of the work. She has been a champion. I haven’t gotten too much sleep, but she’s gotten less, hence the frequent need for Starbucks. The accommodations are really nice, but we still have only a tiny couch and recliner to sleep on. We should be at the Ronald McDonald House by the time you’re reading this.
Thankfully, Lucy is learning me the ropes, slowly. While I can’t breastfeed, I have bottle-fed Abigail a few times. Getting her to burp is the toughest part. I’ve tried leading by example, but it hasn’t worked, yet. Wait ‘til she’s 10. Lucy has also taught me not to jump up every time I hear her crying. That’s tough. I’ve yet to change any diapers, but I’m sure I will. Maybe. I haven’t swaddled her, either, but that’s coming. Some have suggested swaddling a baby is like wrapping up a burrito, but I’ve never been too good at that. Furthermore, how dare someone suggest I put onions and peppers on my baby. I’d hate to have to change a diaper or something. I’ll get around to doing it soon. I figure if I can fold the American flag, then I can surely swaddle my child, especially with Lucy’s help. She’s been awesome. I can’t brag on her enough, but I have to save a little bragging for the nurses. They have just been phenomenal in every way. I’m sure I’ll write more about them in a future article. Lastly, I’d be remiss if I didn’t brag on Abigail, because she is, after all, the most perfect baby in the history of the world. Well, maybe the second most perfect. Sometimes, it’s okay being second. Thank you, Jesus. Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com
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hings that are rattlin’ around in my head … I received some terrible news yesterday from Dadeville. My friend, Betty Hayes, passed away. In my time as a staff writer for the Alexander City Outlook, I was a regular at the weekly meetings of the Dadeville Kiwanis Club. Every week, they had an interesting guest that usually made for a great story. Betty was the glue that held that club together. She arranged the speakers, worked to head up the club’s charity events, coordinated the group with Dadeville High School’s Key Club (and, man, did she love her Key Clubbers!) – you name it, Betty did it. What made her so interesting and wonderful is that the same was true in her life – you name it, Betty did it. She drove in demolition derbies, raised wolves with her late husband, was a beautiful model in her younger days and hobnobbed with the fathers of our space program as a NASA secretary in Houston in the heyday of Apollo. Betty once told me that she could tell me some stories
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about those astronauts we so worshipped, but she wouldn’t. Just a little taste here and there about girlfriends and wives. Betty and I grew close while I covered those Kiwanis meetings. She would call to check on my health and I would call to check on hers. She was one of the most caring, wonderful and interesting people that I’ve ever met and I will miss her… As most of you know I am now the managing editor at the Wetumpka Herald. We have been without a sports editor here for about a month. That is a great headache. I know how people love sports in this part of the country. I know how they long for great coverage of their local high school teams, their kids’ athletic accomplishments. Believe me. I know. And you should know that, even in this (hopefully) short time without a person on our staff solely devoted to
the games kids play, we will strive to provide you with the best coverage that we possibly can. Meanwhile, if you know a budding Dave Kindred who needs a job have them send us a resume or give us a call. We are impatiently waiting. … Finally, I must briefly visit what happened in national news on Monday. The House of Trump took some lumps with the indictments of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and his longtime business associate Rick Gates on money-laundering and other charges and the guilty plea of former Trump foreign policy adviser George Papadopoulos. Trump was reportedly “seething” in the Oval Office at the investigation of Robert Mueller coming so close to those who at least had been in his inner circle at one time. Where do we go from here? Papadopoulos was termed a “proactive cooperator” in the investigation and many think he may have taped recordings of some of the Trump team’s most elite players. David Granger is the managing editor of the TPI newspapers in Elmore County.
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Top left, the winners of the 2017 Pink and Teal Fashion Show at Horseshoe Bend were, from left, Dakota Howard (2nd place), Rose Hodnett (1st place), Janie Ann Clark (3rd place) and Amandita “Pinkie” Burnett (overall winner). Top right, Dakota Howard walks across the stage during the show. Middle left, Ethan Howell shows off his pink and teal farmer outfit. Middle right, Katie Cotney gives the audience a smile as she takes her turn on the stage. Bottom, the 35 participants of the fashion show give the audience one more look at their colorful outfits.
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contestants and the winners were announced. Janie Ann Clark took third place, Dakota Howard finished second and Rose Hodnett was named the first place winner, while school Student Information Manager Amandita “Pinkie” Burnette was named the overall winner of the fashion show. Williams said she did not have an exact count of how much the 2017 Pink and Teal Fashion Show had raised, but estimated it to be in the range of $500, every dollar of which would be going to the American Cancer Society. Along with the money raised through the show, Williams said the FCCLA recently sold nearly 1,200 “Boo-grams” as a way to
both celebrate Halloween and help pay for the stage props used during the fashion show. “I’m very proud of what the FCCLA does,” Horseshoe Bend Principal James Aulner said. “They work hard at what they do.” Despite a few minor issues during the show, Williams felt the 2017 Pink and Teal Fashion Show was no less successful than previous shows. “Overall, it went pretty good. It was successful,” she said. “The kids enjoyed it and the audience enjoyed it. We are going to continue having it. We may look at moving it to the morning, but we’re still going to have it.”
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‘Silver Haired Legislature’ is one of Alabama’s crown jewels
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ith all the changes and uncertainty surrounding Alabama government in recent months, including political appointments, high level resignations, special elections, runoff elections and a host of new candidates tossing their names into the 2018 election circus, Alabamians might be relieved to know one thing remains steady and solid and many may never have heard of it ̽ Alabama’s Silver Haired Legislature is one of Alabama’s crown jewels. This illustrious and distinguished array of Alabama’s senior leaders will convene in Montgomery next week. This elected body of 105 members will meet to discuss issues related to seniors but in some cases, they may have positive impacts on the State in general. Alabama’s Silver Haired Legislature has met now for 24 years. They have had a significant impact on Alabama Public Policy. The idea of a body to represent seniors has been
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around the nation since 1973. Most states now have a Silver Haired Legislature. The idea of a senior legislative institution was created to educate older Americans about issues of local, state, and national concern. The purpose is to insure that all 105 legislative districts have a senior legislator to mirror and provide some liaison with our 105 regular state legislators, assist them, and keep them apprised of senior issues that affect their constituents. The Silver Legislators serve as conduits between the state’s area agencies on aging, Senior Centers, nutritional centers and generally being the eyes and ears of seniors related to finances, education, recreation, health and wellness. Unlike the regular legislature, the Silver Hairs body is unicameral and nonpartisan.
They are from all parts of the state. The age requirement is that one must be over age 60. They pass resolutions, not bills. Their nonpartisanship makes for a much more effective and harmonious legislative session than our regular legislature. Many of these senior legislators have historically been an extremely experienced collection of retired state employees, educators, business people, judges, former legislators, mayors, and public servants. Many have been involved with governance at all levels. Alabama is an aging state. By 2030 those age 60 and above will represent 27 percent of Alabama’s population. It is often overlooked, but this age shift is evolving. Currently it is estimated that nearly 20 percent of Alabama’s population is over 60. The fastest growing segment of our state’s population is our folks 70-85. Projections are at the next census one of every five Alabamians will be over 65. Therefore, it is appropriate that
we have a senior legislature of over 60 year olds looking after their interests. They were at the forefront and subsequently were the reason that an Elder Abuse Statue was passed in the state. They were the first to address the issue of texting and driving. Legislation came out of that resolution. They have impacted the Medicaid budgeting problems and nursing home enhancements and regulations. They were the first to bring attention to the predatory payday lending business. They brought about public transportation for senior citizens who live in rural areas and small municipalities. They have sought assistance to better fund all Department of Senior Services. Their current leadership is stellar. The Speaker of the House is Steve Griffin of Tuscaloosa. Winston Griggs of Headland is Speaker Pro Tem. George Boswell of Wetumpka is Secretary. Sandra Harris of Alexander City is treasurer. Other leaders who serve on
the board and are legislative leaders are Mary Jo Martin of Demopolis, Dean McCormack of Tuscumbia, Warner Floyd of Montgomery, Homer Homan of Brundidge, Selena Daniel of Opelika, Carol Oden of Vinemont and Ann Holman of Dothan. While much of the focus is on the younger generation, it will be those that have helped build the state who are quietly listening to the issues and helping plan the trajectory of state programs and politics who may actually have the loudest input at the ballot box and in helping shape the legislation that insures that Alabama remembers the needs of its seniors along with all of its citizens. See you next week. Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www. steveflowers.us.
Plenty of activities abound for Chit-Chatters enjoyed meeting Alexander City Parks and Rec’s 50+ T
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he Alexander City Parks and Recreation 50+ found more joy on their second trip to the zoo last Thursday! We are so proud that Mary Robinson found the zebras that we walked forever for her to see and those beautiful giraffes too! One thing is we might need to go over before going back is the difference between an emu and an ostrich! We just had to stop for donuts before getting to the zoo and of course on the way back home ice cream as well. A delightful group trip filled with lasting memories! The couple’s outing on Friday was also none the less a day well spent in fellowship, food and fun. Larry Luke sat near the front of the bus for the first time. That’ll probably be the last of that. You would have thought he was on a wild roller coaster or something with all his vocalizations about bumps and curves ha! We love you Larry! Tally-ho! What a hoot we’ve been having during our Hilltop Performance
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group practices! We have laughed and laughed. The group has been working hard on the skits that will be performed at the Thanksgiving Luncheon event on Wednesday, Nov. 15. Please make plans to attend and reserve your seat by Nov. 8. The cost is $5 per person and the time of the luncheon is at 11:30 a.m. Beginner Rook players meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month at 12 p.m. Those who like to play Spades or Cribbage need to start coming on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 5 p.m. Regular Rook players meet Tuesday through Friday from 8 a.m. till noon, Mexican Train Dominos on Wednesdays at 9 a.m., Bridge on Tuesdays at 1 p.m., Beginning line dancing on the 2nd Wednesdays and 3rd Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m., art classes on Tuesdays at 5 p.m., open studio art on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. and Canasta
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games on Fridays starting at 9 a.m. Special activities and outings throughout the month. Fitness classes are also available on Tuesdays and Thursdays mornings. Be informed: Depression can happen to any of us as we age. All too many depressed older adults fail to recognize the symptoms of depression or don’t take the steps to get the help they need. Depression isn’t a sign of weakness or a character flaw. A few signs to be aware of for you or your friends, sadness or feelings of despair, unexplained or aggravated aches and pains, loss of interest in socializing or hobbies, lack of motivation and energy. Talk to your doctor and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Psalms 3:3 But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high. Until next time keep a smile on your face and love in your heart. Holt writes about the events and people of the Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department’s 50+ club.
he rains did come and we enjoyed the soaking of the land. Luckily for the Chit-Chatters meeting last Thursday, it was dry, but on the cool side. Our lunch meeting was at our leader’s Jackie Dean’s home. She is the best hostess, meeting everyone at the door as they arrived in her beautiful red print apron. The Deans have recently had an extensive remodel on the kitchen and it’s fabulous. The house, full of excitement, almost like a family gathering and talking before a Thanksgiving dinner. We all enjoyed a lovely mixture of sandwich fixins’ on buttery croissant rolls, plus extras that make it delicious. And desserts including the best bread pudding and sauce that I have had since I tasted my own mum’s. One very special thing we all enjoyed after eating was hearing Peggy Shores give us a few oldie tunes on the piano. Some ladies began dancing. Then someone requested a ‘Twist.’ Janice Moses and Betty House showed us how it’s done. Ms. Betty was even twisting way down low to the floor and came back up without a problem. These ladies always find ways to have fun and sharing family news is always good. Among the ladies for Chit-Chatters this month were: Pat Garnett who came from Odenville to join us, Irma Traylor, who had a stroke in each eye. She’s a strong, patient lady in recovery. Peggy Shores, Holly Butler, Rachel Fuller, Sweet Robbie Martin still baking monthly for fire department sales and always busy in her kitchen. Yvonne Myers said she’d adopted Norma Billings from Eclectic because she was a sweetheart. Lynda Mosely helped our sweet hostess Jackie Dean set the buffet. Betty House, Jean Sims, Jean Baker, Linda Seitz, Sharon Culberson and lovely Carla Luck. Janice Moses and so very nice to meet Joyce Dixon and to see our Commissioner’s wife Dianne Perrett and special columnist for Coosa County News, Jodi McDade, who tells it like it is, always. I was there to enjoy everything and everyone. I love these ladies. We have a great group and enjoy meetings every month for lunch in the surrounding area. There will not be a gathering in November since everyone’s busy cooking for Thanksgiving. If you would like to join us for our Christmas meeting Thursday, Dec. 7, please call Jackie Dean at 256-329-9300 to add your name. We’ll be going to The Mistletoe
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Bough Bed and Breakfast in Alex City. Where ‘Dirty Santa’ is shared after eating. It’s lots of fun, so bring your $10 gift to have fun with us. “Guy Fawkes” is celebrated as ‘Fireworks night’ in England Nov. 5 in commemoration of Fawkes’ failed attempt to burn down the Houses of Parliament centuries ago. So, you see, everyday folks have been upset with their governing bodies, well since 1492. Watch the national news to learn how the wrongs our President Trump was accused of and now e-mails proving guilt for Democrats with Russians also. When I was about eight years old, Cold War time, a family of Russian spies was arrested in Ruislip Manor, the small town in Middlesex where my grandparents lived and I was born. Somehow the radio talking they did was overheard. It was very big news, the week the Kroger family got caught. Happy Birthday to Janice Cason Nov. 5 and Nov. 7 for Price Smith turning nine. Happy anniversary to Phil and Toni Adcock on their 47th. My ‘Nixburg House’ is open this Friday and Saturday. If chilly, I’ll share hot tea. Come see me from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ‘The Dyes’ music was just fabulous for homecoming celebrated at Kendrick Baptist Church on Sunday with service from Rev. Peggie Ott. So many on the prayer list including a family losing their house to fire and a 3-year-old and James Cantrell just turned 90 while hospitalized with heart failure. Mr. Denzel Catrett was a welcome sight for the Otts. He drove the church bus for years and still does that in Montgomery. There were full tables of food for lunch and all delicious, sharing with the friendliest of folks. Until next week, stay warm, and keep smiling. Rosie Morgan is a community columnist for The Outlook. She is a resident of Nixburg and writes about the events and people of the Equality and Nixburg areas.
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money. “Usually the vehicles will show up pretty soon,” Turner said. “The majority of the vehicles we see stolen are used for joy rides and we will find them abandoned somewhere.” Turner offers some advice to help with items being stolen from automobiles. “People need to be smart,” Turner said. “Lock your stuff up, make sure it is not visible. Place your valuables either in the trunk of your car or take them into your home. They do not need to be visible from the outside.” Turner said it is common for the thefts to occur in one area. “We will see a lot of break-ins in one area,” Turner said. “What we see a lot with the B and E’s of vehicles is they will hide the stuff in the woods and come back later to get it. They know if a patrolman sees someone walking down the road with a car stereo something is up.” Turner said the department can always use the public’s help to solve cases. “If they see anything suspicious, call us,” he said.
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stayed on top of it. With this budget, I let her meet with the department heads individually and I of course monitored that after the fact. I’m really impressed with the document we have in hand. We have a few adjustments to make to the capital budget, for the most part we know where we are, where we are going and have everything in the right place.” As far as audits, after the 2015/16 is presented Thursday, Stanbrough said at a recent council meeting that her office had everything almost ready for accounting firm Carr, Riggs and Ingram to begin on the 2016/17 numbers. In addition to discussion of city finances, City Attorney Larkin Radney and Main Street’s Richard Wagoner will give an informational session on the city’s Entertainment District. The idea is to clarify any guidelines that remain sketchy and evaluate the success and failures of the area to this point. The council will also hear from another first that helps recruit retailers to the area. Next Site is scheduled to make a presentation to the council on the services they could offer the city as it looks to bring new retailers to the area. The Alexander City Chamber of Commerce with help from the city has used Retail Strategies in the past to help bring stores and restaurants here. Nabors said they wanted to hear from more than one company before making a new commitment to any firm. The agenda for Thursday’s meeting includes: • 3:00: Discuss the Entertainment District • 3:30: Chamber Volunteer Presentation • 3:50: Break • 4:00: Presentation concerning Retail Recruitment by Next Site. • 4:50: Break • 5:00: Discuss 2015 Audit and proposed 2017/2018 Budgets
Lighthouse substances are farreaching. For area men who have abused drugs and are looking to get their lives back on track, there is The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County. “The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County, Inc. is a Level III.1 Residential Treatment Program for substance use disorders for males age 21 years of age or older,” Lighthouse Executive Director Teri Trammell said. “Our mission is to provide our clients with a structured and safe environment to address their personal recovery, their treatment goals, and to practice basic living skills that will increase the quality of their life, their family’s life, and the community as well.” To help these individuals overcome their addiction and once again become productive members of society, Trammell said the Lighthouse has a wide range of programs for its clients. These include group therapy sessions, education groups, basic living skills courses and GED classes. “We try to address as many outside issues as possible while the client is here,” she said. “This might include legal issues, child support issues, medical issues, etc. We also make referrals to other agencies for their services when appropriate and in the best interest of our client.” While the Lighthouse primarily assists men ages 21 and up, Trammell said she and her fellow workers at the Lighthouse would be happy to take calls from
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Top, Jeremy Glenn and his family loaded up an SUV and trailer and took more than a dozen kids trick-or-treating all over town Tuesday evening. Just below that, ACPD was a popular stop as officers and costumed characters greeted kids and loaded them up with goodies. Above, Tony Pennington relives the Texas Chainsaw Massacre on Semmes Street. Bottom right, the Alex City Halloween tradition of children getting photographed in by Outlook owner Kenneth Boone continued and Kaden Brooks was one of those ready to go dressed as a lion Tuesday evening.
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anyone to provide them information that would help them seek treatment for their substance abuses and educate them about the diseases that can result from drug usage, including HIV, tuberculosis and hepatitis. As a partner agency of the United Way, The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County receives much needed funding from the Lake Martin Area United Way, which ensures they can continue offering some of their programs to those they assist. “Our United Way funding is earmarked for the GED program. It enables us to provide an instructor, materials, etc., as well as pay the fees for our clients to take their GED exam,” Trammell
said. “United Way has also been an avenue for our clients to volunteer their time and skills to help others. United Way has been supportive of our men on many levels and is always interested in their well-being and successes.” To learn more about The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County, or if you or someone you know is in need of help due to drug abuse, the Lighthouse can be reached at 256-2344894, or Trammell can be contacted via email at teritrammell@bellsouth. net. The organization also has a Facebook page, The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County, with more information.
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Benjamin Russell football coach Danny Horn, center, hugs his wife, Debbie, during a Quarterback Club Dinner last Tuesday. QB Club President Bill Hendrix, left, helped organize a ceremony for Debbie Horn and Brother Wayne Cowhick, right, who are both suffering from cancer.
FOOTBALL FAMILY Wildcats honor Debbie Horn, Wayne Cowhick By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
If there’s one thing that’s certain about football, it’s that whether you’re winning or losing, your teammates are your brothers. Your coaches are your family, and their families become an extension of your own. Benjamin Russell has had a mantra of family all season long, and it’s carried the Wildcats to a few unlikely victories. Last Tuesday, the Wildcats stepped off the field for a moment to celebrate two members of their family who have been diagnosed
with cancer. Ms. Debbie Horn, wife of head coach Danny Horn, has been struggling with breast cancer, and very recently, Brother Wayne Cowhick, the team’s kicking coach and chaplain, was diagnosed with Lymphoma. At the final dinner of the BRHS Quarterback Club, the team came together to honor the pair. Each senior gave a cross to Cowhick and a pink rose to Debbie Horn. “It was an emotional night,” Danny Horn said. “It’s just typical of this team and the leadership we have on it, and it was a good experience.” Quarterback Club President
Bill Hendrix had a big part in the planning of the event. He was approached by several of the mothers in the QB Club who wanted to do something special for Ms. Horn during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is October. After settling on a date of the final QB Club dinner, Hendrix approached coach Horn, who gave him his blessing. The following Sunday, Hendrix was informed of Cowhick’s diagnosis, and he decided to take it a step further. He made popsicle stick crosses with maroon twine wrapped around the center. “The boys put their jersey number
and name on the crosses, then some wrote different phrases like ‘Courage,’ ‘Faith,’ ‘Hope’ or even something from scripture,” Hendrix said. At the dinner, Hendrix introduced both Ms. Horn and Cowhick and explained how important it was to do something to let them know they were supported by the team. “I told everyone that this is a family, and family doesn’t begin and end at home,” Hendrix said. “It’s the people at church, where you work, the people you touch. Then the boys came out, handed their cross to Brother Wayne and gave a rose to See HONOR • Page B2
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t’s been an interesting week so far in the world of SEC football and we still have three days to go. Of course, the headliner was Jim McElwain and the University of Florida “mutually deciding” to part ways midway through his third season on the job in Gainesville. I guess two trips to the SEC title game doesn’t have as much cachet as it did in years past. Well, truth be told, winning the East is somewhat of a dubious honor these days with the wretched competition the last few years. Apparently, the draining of the swamp was due to several factors judging by the comments of athletic director Scott Stricklin at his press conference. He stated that McElwain’s departure was more than just about wins and losses. Whatever those underlying See GRAHAM • Page B2
Reeltown utilizes multiple QBs By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor
Hunt Because coaches are so accustomed to watching film and learning the tendencies of their opponents, one of the best weapons for a team is its secret weapons. Benjamin Russell learned that the hard way when Wetumpka utilized a twoquarterback system, and Reeltown has learned throughout the course of the season how beneficial playing two or more quarterbacks can be. For the most part, Logan Hunt has been the starter for the Rebels, but they’ve also built packages around Khoner Davis and Trey O’Neal. While Hunt is best known for his arm, Davis and O’Neal can do a bit more on their feet, and having that multiple threat has been a big help to Reeltown’s offense. “Logan’s strength is he manages the game well,” Reeltown coach Matt Johnson said. “He’s the leader of the offense, and he throws
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Reeltown’s Logan Hunt drops back to pass against Horseshoe Bend earlier this season. The Rebels have utilized multiple quarterbacks throughout the season.
the ball real well. His weakness is his speed, so certain things that we do to get a guy back there that can move a little bit more can be beneficial.” Davis and O’Neal have also become part of Reeltown’s arsenal at different positions.
O’Neal has been a stout defensive leader, and Davis plays multiple positions on offense. “Khoner is a guy that probably plays as much as anybody on offense,” Johnson said. “He can play running See POINTS • Page B2
PARKER BRANCH, Horseshoe Bend: Branch continued to rack up the tackle count for the Generals this week in their loss to Woodland. Branch was the leader of the defense with a staggering 16 tackles. CAMERON FAISON, Reeltown: Faison had nearly 100 yards in the Rebels’ win against Fayetteville. He finished with 95 yards and scored a touchdown. A’NIAH FORD, Benjamin Russell: In a four-set match against Saraland in the Class 6A South Super Regional, Ford racked up 13 kills. She finished with 323 on the season. JAKORRIA GLENN, Benjamin Russell: Glenn had a fine offensive performance in the Wildcats’ loss to Saraland in the Class 6A South Super Regional. She finished with nine kills and four blocks, two of which were solo. TREY GRAY, Benjamin Russell: Gray was a defensive standout for the Wildcats in a loss this week to Wetumpka. He finished with three tackles for a loss and also combined with Benjamin Hendrix for a sack. DAVEDE HERRON, Benjamin Russell: Herron was the team’s leading rusher in the loss to Wetumpka. He had 92 yards on 20 carries. IVERSON HOOKS, Reeltown: For the third week a row, eighth-grader Hooks had an interception for Reeltown in its win against Fayetteville. CHEYANNA HOWARD, Horseshoe Bend: As the only senior of the Generals’ volleyball team, Howard went out on a high note in the Class 2A South Super Regional. See STARS • Page B2
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Ms. Debbie. Each boy hugged them as they went past.” A video of the Quarterback Club ceremony had more than 12,000 views on Facebook. “A lot of (the players) didn’t know the emotional effect it was going to have on them,” Hendrix said. “Several kids had tears in their eyes. I think they got a life lesson of how fragile is and to cherish every moment and have strong faith in God, family, friends and your teammates. “We witnessed that firsthand when Benjamin (Hendrix, Bill’s son and current Wildcat) was diagnosed with cancer.” Being a coach, Cowhick has an obvious connection to the team. But Ms. Horn’s is a bit different. She is always involved with the team, and usually says the prayer on the field prior to games. “She is here with me, and we talk a lot about the team,” coach Horn said. “She knows the players, and she always comes out before the games. She hasn’t been at the last couple games because she’s been sick, but she supports them. She’s just my sidekick as far as the team goes.” And being a football coach’s wife isn’t always an easy job. “They hear everybody in the stands hollering about this and that,” coach Horn said. “They have never coached a day in their life, and some of them wouldn’t know a ball if it them in the head, but she has to listen to it all. “It takes a special woman, and I’m blessed to have had her for the 30-something years that we’ve been married. It definitely takes a special lady to be a coach’s wife.”
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reasons might be, they’re costing McElwain millions of dollars. Florida was contractually obligated to buy out the head coach for close to $13 million, but has negotiated that down to a substantially reduced sum. While Florida is the first SEC school to have a head-coaching vacancy, it certainly won’t be the last. I expect this to be just the first domino in a long line of similar casualties. Making millions of dollars a year is a wonderful thing, but it also increases expectations and decreases tolerance simultaneously. The Auburn Tigers have four regular season games left in 2017 and two of them will be against the top two ranked teams in the country. The Tigers can look at that as a daunting challenge or an incredible opportunity, but they better not overlook the team they play this Saturday. Texas A&M is a difficult crew to figure out this year. Redshirt freshman quarterback Nick Starkel started the season against UCLA and was rolling merrily along hammering the Bruins 41-10 until he suffered a broken ankle. True freshman quarterback Kellen Mond took over and UCLA proceeded to engineer one of the greatest comebacks in college football history. Mond has seemingly gotten a little better each week, but has significant limitations. Starkel has made an incredible recovery and actually got some playing time last week. I’d be surprised if Auburn doesn’t see both quarterbacks. The Aggies played Alabama tougher than anyone a few weeks ago, yet got bludgeoned by Mississippi State at home last Saturday 35-14. They have athletes on both sides of the ball, but cannot seem to figure out how to play consistent defense. Since Gus Malzahn took over, Auburn is 2-0 in College Station and 0-2 in Jordan Hare. The Tigers were a considerable underdog on the road in 2013 and found a way to win 45-41. The Tigers were a heavy favorite at home in 2014 and found a way to lose 41-38. An unranked Auburn defeated No. 19 Texas A&M two years ago 26-10 with Jeremy Johnson at quarterback. An unranked Auburn was defeated by No. 17 Texas A&M last year 29-16 with Sean White at quarterback. Clearly, the underdog has had the upper hand in this series more often than not. Did I mention the Tigers are a 15-point favorite this week? Quite frankly, the coach that loses this game could find themselves as one of the aforementioned dominoes waiting to fall at the end of the season.
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Quarterback Club President Bill Hendrix, center, puts his arms around Brother Wayne Cowhick and Ms. Debbie Horn ahead of a ceremony at the Benjamin Russell Quarterback Club dinner last Tuesday.
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back, he can play slot receiver, and he comes in and plays quarterback on certain packages.” Having a well-rounded quarterback position should bode well heading into the playoffs.
Dadeville, Horseshoe Bend’s playoff hopes dashed
Dadeville had it all on the line Friday night when it hosted Childersburg, but from the opening kickoff, the Childersburg Tigers were obviously the stronger team in a game where they outgained Dadeville, 617217. For the second year in a row, Dadeville has been ousted from the playoffs. This is the first time in nearly three decades that the Tigers
have missed the postseason two years in a row. The last time it happened consecutively was 1987 and 1988. In that time, Dadeville has missed the playoffs just five times in addition to last year. Horseshoe Bend’s playoff hopes were also ended this week, as it fell to Woodland, 29-19. The near opposite of the Tigers, Horseshoe Bend was hunting down its first back-to-back playoff appearances since the 1998 and 1999 seasons.
Generals put two over 1,000
Despite Horseshoe Bend’s postseason dreams being thwarted, the Generals had two big milestones last week. Although running back Trace Meadows missed nearly three full
games with an injury, he surpassed 1,000 yards on the ground. Quarterback Cade Worthy also went over the 1,000yard mark. Entering Friday’s game, Worthy had 999 passing yards and easily surpassed the milestone with a 210-yard performance.
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Outlook Athlete of the Week Tre Tre Hughley is the only true member of this week’s Century Club. He finished with 134 yards and two touchdowns in Reeltown’s 55-0 victory over Fayetteville. Horseshoe Bend’s Meadows also had more than 100 yards with rushing and receiving yards combined. He had 89 yards on the ground and also caught six passes for 92.
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including two for a loss. KASHARI ROSS, Benjamin Russell: Ross had a massive 14-yard sack in the Wildcats’ loss to Wetumpka this week. NYWANSKI RUSSELL, Horseshoe Bend: Russell hauled in two interceptions for the Generals this week against Woodland. ALEX SIMS, Dadeville: The Tigers didn’t have much to celebrate in a loss to Childersburg this week, but Sims had a heck of an effort
She stuffed the stat sheet with three kills, four aces, three blocks and four digs against Zion Chapel. LOGAN HUNT, Reeltown: Hunt was a perfect 7-for-7 in the Rebels’ win over Fayetteville. He threw for 73 yards and a touchdown. JOSEAN McKINNEY, Central Coosa: At defensive end, McKinney was a defensive standout for Central Coosa. He finished with three sacks and five tackles,
on special teams. He punted five times totaling 256 yards for an average of 51.2 yards per punt. SHAY SUTTLES, Central Coosa: Suttles racked up 13 kills and two blocks in the Cougars’ area championship match against Randolph County. A.J. THOMPSON, Benjamin Russell: Thompson did a bit of everything for the Wildcats in this week’s loss to Wetumpka. He rushed for 29 yards on six
carries and had a touchdown run of 21 yards. He also had two catches. MAGGIE WOOD, Horseshoe Bend: Wood smacked 12 kills in the Generals’ loss to Zion Chapel in the Class 2A South Super Regional. CADE WORTHY, Horseshoe Bend: Worthy racked up 210 passing yards in the Generals’ narrow loss to Woodland. He was 14-for20 on the night and threw a touchdown pass.
Andy Graham is a regular columnist for The Outlook.
ALABAMA SPORTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL POLL Week 10 – Nov. 1, 2017 (First-place votes and current record in parentheses) Class 7A 1. Central-Phenix City (19) (9-0) 326 2. Thompson (10) (9-0) 298 3. Hewitt-Trussville (1) (9-0) 237 4. McGill-Toolen (9-0) 199 5. Hoover (7-2) 184 6. Auburn (8-1) 158 7. Fairhope (8-1) 126 8. Mountain Brook (7-2) 91 9. Bob Jones (7-3) 55 10. Sparkman (7-2) 32 Others receiving votes: Davidson (6-3) 4. Class 6A 1. Austin (25) (9-0) 344 2. Oxford (3) (9-0) 271 3. Pinson Valley (2) (9-0) 253 4. Spanish Fort (8-1) 200 5. Homewood (9-0) 182 6. Park Crossing (9-1) 140 7. Wetumpka (9-1) 128 8. Benjamin Russell (7-2) 55 9. Opelika (7-3) 50 10. Clay-Chalkville (8-2) 34
Others receiving votes: Daphne (7-2) 20, Sidney Lanier (8-1) 12, Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa (7-2) 8, Hueytown (4-5) 7, Shades Valley (6-3) 5, Muscle Shoals (7-2) 1. Class 5A 1. Briarwood Chr. (30) (9-0) 360 2. Carroll (9-0) 262 3. Beauregard (7-1) 240 4. Wenonah (8-1) 188 5. Etowah (9-1)168 6. Mae Jemison-Huntsville (9-1) 137 7. St. Paul’s (8-1) 130 8. Demopolis (8-1) 95 9. Guntersville (8-1) 64 10. Vigor (6-3) 27 Others receiving votes: Alexandria (8-2) 18, Mortimer Jordan (7-2) 6, Jemison (3-6) 5, St. John Paul II (0-9) 4, Eufaula (7-2) 3, Greenville (4-4) 2, Calera (6-3) 1. Class 4A 1. Andalusia (19) (8-1) 325 2. Rogers (11) (9-0) 301
3. UMS-Wright (8-1) 242 4. Fayette Co. (8-1) 188 5. Saks (9-0) 159 6. Tallassee (9-1) 156 7. Wilson (8-1) 113 8. Munford (8-1) 93 9. Thomasville (7-2) 79 10. Hokes Bluff (7-2) 20 Others receiving votes: Madison Acad. (7-2) 18, Montgomery Catholic (8-1) 6, Northside (8-1) 4, Leeds (7-3) 3, Deshler (7-2) 2, Sardis (6-3) 1. Class 3A 1. Piedmont (27) (8-1) 350 2. Gordo (2) (8-1) 266 3. Randolph Co. (8-1) 227 4. Fultondale (1) (9-0) 212 5. Hillcrest-Evergreen (8-1) 183 6. Plainview (8-1) 130 7. Ohatchee (7-2) 110 8. Mobile Chr. (7-2) 72 9. Clarke Co. (7-2) 66 10. Wicksburg (8-1) 37 Others receiving votes: West Morgan (9-1) 17, Montgomery Acad. (8-1) 13, Sylvania (8-1) 13, Colbert
Heights (9-1) 11, Weaver (6-3) 3. Class 2A 1. Fyffe (26) (9-0) 348 2. Lanett (4) (10-0) 278 3. Goshen (8-1) 229 4. St. Luke’s (7-1) 209 5. Sulligent (8-1) 160 6. LaFayette (7-2) 137 7. Leroy (7-2) 120 8. Elba (7-2) 88 9. Luverne (7-2) 71 10. Ariton (8-1) 44 Others receiving votes: Sand Rock (7-2) 7, Thorsby (7-1) 7, Lamar Co. (6-3) 4, Cleveland (7-2) 3, Abbeville (7-2) 2, Aliceville (6-3) 2, Falkville (6-3) 1. Class 1A 1. Maplesville (29) (8-0) 357 2. Georgiana (1) (10-0) 266 3. Sweet Water (7-1) 240 4. Pickens Co. (8-1) 202 5. Wadley (8-0) 179 6. Lynn (10-0) 154 7. Brantley (7-2) 124
8. Isabella (8-1) 87 9. Addison (7-2) 39 10. Houston Co. (8-2) 22 Others receiving votes: Hackleburg (8-1) 21, South Lamar (7-2) 5, Cedar Bluff (7-2) 4, Talladega Co. Central (6-2) 4, Highland Home (6-3) 3, Linden (6-3) 3. AISA 1. Autauga Acad. (29) (10-0) 357 2. Monroe Acad. (1) (10-0) 270 3. Chambers Acad. (10-0) 230 4. Escambia Acad. (9-1) 215 5. Tuscaloosa Acad. (7-1) 182 6. Macon-East (9-1) 148 7. South Choctaw Acad. (8-2) 106 8. Jackson Acad. (7-3) 45 9. Glenwood School. (7-4) 40 10. Lakeside (6-3) 29 Others receiving votes: Fort Dale Acad. (7-3) 22, Bessemer Acad. (6-5) 21, Lee-Scott (6-4) 17, Pike Liberal (7-4) 14, Crenshaw Chr. (7-3) 12, Patrician Acad. (6-4) 2.
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A LITTLE FALL FUN Pre-K students at Jim Pearson Elementary School celebrate the season with a pumpkins and games
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Students celebrated the fall season in the Pre-K classes at Jim Pearson Elementary School Tuesday. Top left, Korey Price holds up his prize pumpkin from the pumpkin patch supplied by Karen Channell. Top center, Jordyn Morgan laughs after tripping in the pumpkin roll. Top right, Harris Goree waits for the frog to be finished on his cheek. Above, Kaden Watts selects a pumpkin to take home. Below, students take to a sack race and pose for a photograph.
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Saturday, November 4
CHURCH SINGING: 49 North will be praising the Lord at the Kellyton Revival Center Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. A love offering will be taken for repairs to the church building. Everyone is welcome. YARD SALE: Gap Fellowship Church is hosting a yard sale, fish fry and BBQ Nov. 4 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be great deals on designer clothes, hats, shoes, household items and baby items. FISH FRY: The Family Worship Center is hosting a fish fry Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1676 Sewell Street for donations to the building project.
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SOUP LUNCH: Election Day Soup Lunch sponsored by the United Methodist Women of First United Methodist Church will be Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. in the church Fellowship Hall. All you can eat vegetable soup, cornbread, dessert and drink will be served. Carry-outs available. Cost is $7. Proceeds will go to local mission projects. USHER MEETING: The Early Rose District will have an usher meeting Nov. 7 at 5 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center.
Thursday, November 9
DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING: Doug Jones, Democratic Senatorial candidate will be at the Tallapoosa County Democratic Party meeting Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. For more information call Carol Gowan at 256-794-7432. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: Haven Memorial United Methodist Church is hosting the Women’s Bible Study “War Room” Nov. 9, 16 and 30 from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch.
Friday, November 10
CHURCH SINGING: Eternal Vision will be signing at Bay Pine Baptist Church Friday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 11
FLEA MARKET: The Town of Camp Hill Flea Market is holding its second Saturday flea market Nov. 11 at the old airport from 30 minutes after daybreak to 2 p.m. Vendors please contact James Woody for space at 256-749-8270 for $10. VETERANS DAY PROGRAM: The Goodwater Disabled Veterans Organization is holding Veterans Day program honoring all Veterans Saturday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. at the Alabama National Guard Armory in Goodwater. COMMUNITY REUNION: The Daviston School and Community Reunion is Nov. 11 starting at 10 a.m. with lunch at noon at the Daviston Community Center. The grand opening of the Daviston Museum will be after the reunion. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Comer Methodist Men’s Club is hosting a pancake breakfast Nov. 11 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. It is eat in or carry out for $6 a plate.
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HARVEST RALLY: The World Bible Church at 161 Main Street is hosting a Harvest Rally Sunday, Nov. 26 at 3 p.m. The pastor is Apostle Wayne and First Lady Minster Brenda Davis.
Friday, November 17
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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: Haven Memorial United Methodist Church is hosting the Women’s Bible Study “War Room” Nov. 16 and 30 from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch. MUSIC WORKSHOP: Richard Taylor Music and New Style Baptist Church will host a Community Harvest Music Workshop. The workshop will be held at 294 Coosa County Road 20, Equality, AL 36026. The workshop is designed for singers, choral directors, musicians, and anyone interested in singing. The workshop will be held at New Style Baptist Church on Friday, Nov. 17 and Saturday, Nov. 18 at 6 pm. The event is opened to the public. Registration for the two-day event is $10. For more information contact richardetaylormusic@gmail. com or newstylebaptistchurch@ gmail.com.
Saturday, November 18
HOLIDAY BAZAAR: St. James Episcopal Church at 347 S. Central Ave., Alexander City, will host the annual holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, in the parish hall. Each year, the pottery and art guilds at St. James out-do themselves with beautiful creations for this event, which funds community outreach programs and ministries throughout the year. In addition, church members lend their individual talents to crafting items for your gift lists, and they produce bountiful supplies of casseroles, cakes, pies, breads and treats for your holiday tables. Arrive early for the best selection!
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SUNDAY DINNER: Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church is hosting Sunday dinner Sunday, Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. The free dinner will be served in the clubhouse building next to the church at 3997 Hillabee Road in Alexander City. The pastor of Duncan Memorial is Rev. Wayne Hicks. All are invited to this free, casual dinner.
Sunday, December 10
CHRISTMAS PARADE: The Friends of Dadeville in concert with the Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce are co-sponsoring the 4th Annual “Spirit of a Hometown Christmas” Parade scheduled for Dec. 10 in Dadeville. This annual event features a wide variety of floats and parade participants, Arts and Crafts Booths, a Children’s Venue, Food Booths and more importantly, Santa Claus. If you would like to participate in the parade or need additional information, please contact the Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce at 256 825-4019.
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WORKPLACE WACKINESS The Lake Martin area offices celebrated Halloween with costumes to welcome those who visited
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Top left, employees at Who’s Diner in Alexander City were all decked out to greet customers grabbing a bite Tuesday. Top right, Wednesday Addams and Bacon and Eggs could be found at Wayside Animal Hospital. Above, the crew at the office of Alex City dentist Dr. George Hardy went ‘hot first responder’ to meet patients. Left, Russell Medical’s Med-Surgery Unit on 2 East went in Snow White & The 7 Dwarfs theme along with an Evil Queen.
Left, the folks at the office of Dr. Kevin Sublett went with a Wizard of Oz theme and kept folks laughing all day. Above, Denise Thrasher at Dr. Harrell’s office had one of the most creative ideas of the day, showing up for work as a Google map. Below, at Alexander City City Hall residents were welcomed by all sorts of characters including one dressed as Mayor Jim Nabors.