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Scott Road Bridge work progressing By MITCH SNEED Editor

Tucked away in an area that has been closed down with traffic detoured – work is progressing on an Alexander City project that will replace an aging bridge and improve road safety. The Scott Road Bridge replacement has been on the drawing board since 2012 and money for the project was awarded a year later. This past March, the $1.5 million project began with Mt. Meigs-based Dubose Construction Company winning the bid. Since that time demolition of the original bridge that dates back to 1960 has been done, site work has started and work to replace gas and utility lines on the route is in progress.

Abramson Concrete Construction of Irondale is sub-contractor handling the culvert portion of the project. Daniel Mayfield of Engineering, Environmental and Forestry Services Company is serving as project engineer on the project. He said that it is a large project and while it is time consuming, work is close to the original time schedule. “What is happening is that a doublebarrel 12-foot-by-12-foot culvert is being put in place,” Mayfield said. “That’s a very large structure. Because the demand for gas is increasing with cooler weather approaching, a temporary gas line is being put back until the spring when a permanent line can be See BRIDGE • Page 9

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Workers with Dubose Construction and Abramson Concrete Construction work on the massive site of the Scott Road Bridge replacement project in Alexander City Wednesday.

Kennedy makes plans for New Site seniors By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

PAYING TRIBUTE Area schools celebrate Veterans Day By DONALD CAMPBELL and MITCH SNEED Staff Writers

Veterans across Alexander City and Tallapoosa County should have no doubt young people in our area are being taught to appreciate the sacrifice of those who served our country. Four separate schools helped Veterans Day programs Wednesday with activities including patriotic songs,

recognition of vets in attendance and large doses of history and appreciation. At Jim Pearson Elementary Wednesday morning it was standing room only as Boy Scout Troop 169 presented the colors. Principal Jamie Forbus gave some introductory remarks. “We’ve all heard that America is the land of the free, because of the brave,” See VETERANS • Page 3

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Top, With hands over hearts, Jim Pearson students recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Above, Col. Jerry Martin of the National Guard speaks at Alexander City Middle School’s Veterans Day program Wednesday morning.

During Monday night’s meeting of the New Site Town Council, Jan Kennedy, who was recently hired to serve as the part-time director of the Senior Citizens Activity Center, was on hand to present her plans as director. “I am looking at having an open house on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.,” Kennedy said. “I’m going to have surveys available at the open house, asking the seniors what kinds of events and activities they want to have. I want to do what the seniors’ interests are.” Once Kennedy officially takes over her post on Dec. 1, the New Site Senior Citizens Activity Center, located in the old New Site Elementary School building, will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. until noon for seniors to come and go as they please. Kennedy said the center will offer senior citizens the chance to socialize and gather over games of Rook, bingo, dominoes, checkers and Uno. “I want to see about adding horseshoes in the spring,” she said. “Also, every Tuesday See SENIORS • Page 9

Daviston reunion to feature opening of museum By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Saturday’s Daviston School and community reunion is bringing a little extra flair with the grand opening of the Daviston Museum. In the works for years, community leaders hope the museum will serve as a reminder of both the school and community. “This year will be very special because the Daviston Historical Museum is opening that afternoon,” Rachel Belcher said. “It will have several pictures of days gone by and special section for the school and a veteran’s section.”

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Belcher said the museum is being brought back to life by Daviston natives who have seen it as a mission of love for the community. “The museum is being restored by Ray and Elaine Dunn both of whom attended Daviston High School,” Belcher said. “They have lived in Daviston their entire married life.” Belcher is not only helping organize the reunion but has a history with the community and the Daviston School that closed in 1988. “I grew up here in Daviston and went to school in Daviston for all 12 years,”

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DEAR ABBY: My husband’s nephew, “Jacob,” is 25 and always hanging around our house. He has had a hard time over the last four years. First, his mom committed suicide. Two years later his dad died in his sleep. My husband and I told Jacob we would be there when he needed advice about things. Well, he recently broke up with his longtime girlfriend, and he’s here at my house every day -- even days he’s not working. He calls every afternoon to see what I’m cooking and expects to eat here every night. He also expects me to drop what I’m doing to go and clean his house and wash his clothes. I’m disabled, so it’s a struggle just to feed my husband and myself. He also sleeps here on the weekends if he doesn’t work. My husband and I no longer have any alone time because he’s always here.

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I have tried to tell Jacob nicely that he needs his own life, but the message isn’t getting through. I know he has issues with being alone. He has never learned to be by himself. My husband is starting to get angry about the situation and wants me to “handle” it, but my words are not working. If my husband decides to say something, it will end up in a heated argument. How can I get through to this kid without hurting him? I do love him and try to treat him like one of my own kids. -- UPSET AUNT DEAR AUNT: Talk to Jacob again. This time do it in plain

English. Your nephew’s dependence on you has persisted for too long, and for everyone’s sake it needs to stop. If you haven’t suggested grief counseling for him, you should. Explain that you love him, but you and your husband need time to be alone together. Point out that if he’s unable to do his own housecleaning and laundry, he should hire someone. Do not feel guilty for speaking up. You have done more than enough for Jacob over the last few years, and for him to expect you to cook for him every night and weekend is over the top. DEAR ABBY: My husband quit chewing tobacco, but now he chews gum constantly, three pieces at a time. If he’s not asleep or eating, his jaw is moving. His chews it aggressively, rolls it around in his mouth while talking, so that it looks bad and is irritating. He works with the public,

and I’m embarrassed for him because I believe it’s bad manners to chew gum in that manner. I don’t know how to approach him. Please advise as to how I can help him. -EMBARRASSED FOR HIM IN CALIFORNIA DEAR EMBARRASSED: Your husband chews the way he is because he is trying to ease the pangs of withdrawal from his nicotine addiction. Because what he’s doing is unsightly, suggest he discuss it with his doctor to see if there are other options such as a nicotine patch to help him over the hump. And be sure to tell him how proud you are of his determination to quit. Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

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Russell Medical Urgent Care taking shape Installers with Sign Source worked Wednesday to install new signage for the building that will house Total Healthcare and Russell Medical Urgent Care. Ground was broken on the building in March. The new 12,000 square foot building will house four primary care doctors and 32 employees when complete early next year.

Governor awards grant to aid victims of drunken drivers help families deal with tragic circumstances.” MADD provides guidance and support to victims throughout Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $112,511 grant to an organization the criminal justice process. The organization operates a crisis hotthat assists Alabamians who are line for victims, offers individual victims of drunken drivers. and group counseling and helps The grant will help Alabama victims secure other needed serMothers Against Drunk Driving vices. provide victim services includThe organization educates ing court accompaniment and the public about the dangers of assistance in filing for victims’ drinking and driving and works compensation. The organizato prevent underage drinking. tion’s Alabama office also helps Presentations are conducted at those who have lost loved ones schools, churches and other comin crashes caused by alcoholmunity meeting places. impaired drivers. The Alabama Department “Victims of drunken drivers of Economic and Community and their families often face a long road to recovery,” Ivey said. Affairs is administering the grant from funds made available by the “I commend MADD for offerU.S. Department of Justice. ing programs that guide victims “Drunken drivers often leave through the recovery process and STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

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Forbus said. “The cost of freedom is very high and all these veterans that you see here today and millions more paid that price for us all. In front of the school today we unveiled a new handprint flag so that everyone can see as they come to our school. We want people to see it, especially our veterans, so it can let them know that we appreciate them and thank them all for their service.” The program was driven by students with Jeremiah Milner leading the Pledge of Allegiance, The classes of Kim Pritchard and Christale Tuck led the crowd in the singing of the Star Spangled Banner. Juliana Castillo recited a patriotic poem, JaKya Landry introduced My Country Tis of Thee and Myles Ruffin introduced America the Beautiful which was sung by students complete with hand motions. Kyleigh Leonard introduced the singing of God Bless the USA which was sung by teacher Laura Barrett Cotney and Layken Joiner. The performance received a standing ovation. Emma Grace Brown and Pat Neese introduced the closing song, the emotional playing of Taps. Charles Fuller of the Alex City Honor Guard and Color Guard was one of dozens of veterans in attendance. He said seeing these young people pay tribute was touching. “It really is great to see them learning about veterans and what service to our nation means,” Fuller said. “It was really something to see how they put so much into thanking us veterans. That means a lot to us all.” Alexander City Middle School welcomed three special guests from the Bill Nichols State Veterans Home during the Veterans Day program Wednesday morning. The morning began with the U.S. and Alabama state flags being posted by the Benjamin Russell Navy JROTC color guard, followed by the middle school band playing the national anthem. The middle school chorus led the crowd by singing “God Bless the USA,” and Trace McCaleb went before the audience to introduce the special speaker for Wednesday’s program, Col. Jerry Martin of the National Guard. Martin began his brief talk by reminding the students of how the holiday began as Armistice Day immediately following the First World War, with the armistice between Germany and the Allied powers going into effect at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11, “the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month,” before talking about veterans and what it means to have served. “They’ve had endless sacrifices. Their loyalty has been unwavering,” Martin said. “This day belongs to them. Each patriot is part of a proud legacy.” After Martin’s remarks, the crowd stood silent as the song “Taps” was played to remember those who served but never returned home from battle. The presentation at the middle school concluded with a special video presentation by the ACMS Media Club and the Kindness Club, who went over to Bill Nichols at the end of October and interviewed a number of the veterans there, asking what it was like to serve America. At Dadeville Elementary School, parents, grandparents and Tallapoosa County Schools Superintendent Joe Windle were among the numerous veterans being honored during the assembly. The Dadeville Elementary School Tiger Tones singing group performed the national anthem, “God Bless the USA” and the “Armed Forces Medley,” while cadets from Lyman Ward Military Academy posted the colors during the ceremony. Once the colors were posted and the crowd seated, each of the veterans in attendance were recognized in order of which branch of service they served in. As each veteran’s name was called out, he or she stood and a student would walk across the stage with a posterboard sign bearing a message of thanks. Some were simple, such as “We love our veterans,” while other students carried signs specifically recognizing their family member for their service. Along with the veterans in attendance, several active duty service members were recognized during the ceremony, primarily the sons and husbands of current Dadeville Elementary School teachers. During the singing of “Armed Forces Medley,” the veterans of each branch stood as their respective service song was performed while a student took that branch’s flag and walked it through the gym. The presentation concluded as Addison Spates read a special Veterans Day poem and Dadeville Elementary Principal Dr. Chris Dark thanked all of the veterans for coming and taking part in the assembly, before a moment of silence was held while “Taps” was played. Stephens also held a Veterans Day tribute with the history of each branch of service being delivered by students along with a wide array of songs and skits.

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Veterans from all service branches take their seats as special guests of honor during Wednesday afternoon’s Veterans Day program at Dadeville Elementary School. Cadets from Lyman Ward Military Academy prepare to post the colors during Dadeville’s program.

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Top left, Jim Pearson teacher Laura Barrett Cotney and student Layken Joiner sing “God Bless the USA” at the Veterans Day program at Jim Pearson Wednesday. The performance received a standing ovation. Middle, members of the Alexander City Honor and Color Guard salute the flag as Boy Scout Troop 169 retire the colors Wednesday morning at Jim Pearson. Above, Jim Pearson students sing “America the Beautiful,” complete with hand motions for the dozens of veterans in attendance.

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one are the days of a peaceful afternoon drive. We might be able to drive, but along the route we are constantly dodging potholes and listening to a rumble from the rough road under our tires. We are thankful of the roads we do have. Traveling around the state of Alabama, it is amazing to see the condition of many of our roads, especially county roads. Some roads are littered with so many craters it looks more like a surface for a lunar module than a family car. We understand roads are not an easy fix. We understand it is an expensive process. Tallapoosa County Engineer David Moore says it costs $152,000 a mile to use asphalt plant mix on roads now days and the county only receives a little over $500,000 for county roads. We are now seeing the issue on some of the state maintained roads, too. We understand the state has many other issues on its plate – prisons and education to name two. But we don’t think the state is looking to solve the funding problem either. The state as a whole depends on federal money for 40 percent of its budget. That won’t cut it long term and it’s time for everyone, including those at the local level to look around for ideas. Carroll County in Georgia put a plan into place several years ago that helped with the prison issue, has paved nearly every road in the county and even has been creating county parks. Through a special option sales tax, the county constructed a prison larger than what was needed to house county inmates. Carroll County is housing some of the state inmates and getting paid to do so. At the same time they are using some of those inmates for county work projects. Also as part of that tax, Carroll County purchased an asphalt plant. With all those parts in place, Carroll County is able to pave roads for pennies compared to the dollars it was paying before. They lowered the costs of the asphalt plant mix, lowered costs of projects by using inmate labor and crime has gone down because inmates now have skills that allow them to get hired upon release. While appreciating the work done with limited funding, we feel the state needs to look at other ways to either fund road work or figure a way to allow counties to do the work themselves.

like the word “grit.” It is short and to the point. It means persistence and tenacity. We think of grit as a virtue and have since the days of Aristotle. Three of my grandchildren go to a Latin grammar school in Atlanta. They teach the children about the importance of grit every day. I like their school, a lot. To me, grit is a quiet trait that often goes unnoticed. And yet, it is one of the most important qualities a person can possess. In life, anything that is worthwhile will come with a price. No one starts a business, or completes an advanced degree, or accomplishes a new personal goal without difficulties. In life, all of us at times get discouraged. Things are tough with any new endeavor. To succeed means learning how to get through the hard times. And often all that is needed is grit – the ability to stick with the plan until completion. Two thoughts on grit: No one will ever accomplish anything worthwhile if they fold at the first sign of resistance. How many people could have succeeded had they just had a little grit? How many people could be musicians today had they been willing to plow through the

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practicing of scales when it became tough? You never know what waits just beyond the tough part. And it takes grit to get to the other side. The being tough and plowing through the pain part of grit, I get. I never was a gifted athlete, but I had a lot of that sticktoitiveness that helped me compensate. I have friends in their 50’s who have decided after decades of not exercising to try to build their strength and endurance. Some try to do it and at the first signs of discomfort they head for their couch. Others press through the pain and are now feeling years younger because of their exercise regime. Here’s where I struggle with grit. There is a time when someone needs to abort the plan because it is not going to happen regardless of the effort exerted. If you are by nature that person who never gives up, this can be a problem. Kenny Rogers used to sing, “You’ve got to

know when to hold them and know when to fold them.” The problem is knowing when to quit is not an exact science. It is subjective. Grit, which can be an incredible virtue can also be a stubbornness that prevents achievement. I have known people who really should have given up on some of their dreams decades ago. But they did not know how to lay it down, so they spent the better part of their life pursuing something that was never going to happen. Knowing when to quit something is as important as knowing when to start something. Business Guru Seth Godin in his excellent book called The Dip, said, ”We fail when we get distracted by tasks we don’t have the guts to quit.” So there are no easy answers. My advice to you is, don’t quit too soon. Everything that is worthwhile comes with a price. And the price tag can be significant. But for those who have grit, the sacrifice is worth it. Do the hard things today that will push you ahead towards the big life you are longing to live. Ray Waters is a minister, a motivational speaker and a regular columnist for The Outlook.

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District 2. Her phone number is 256-750-0663. Her address is 786 I Street, Alexander City, AL 35010. Chairman of the Buildings and Property committee.

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I awoke this morning from a dream. Donald Trump had just given a speech in which he said he was stepping aside and allowing John McCain to finish the remainder of his term. Donald said he was doing this because Sen. McCain, besides being a war hero, was a man of grace and strength. He also pointed to McCain’s health, saying that charges are that while he was in office his

goal would be to leave a positive legacy for the country and the world. Donald said that by stepping aside it would show the world that he was a man of love and compassion, despite what the “fake news” had led people to believe. He also said if he ever said anything misleading, hurtful or divisive that he was truly sorry. As I said, it was a dream. Having lived all over the country, I’ve noticed people speak differently. In the West,

when a cowboy has had his fill at the bar he’ll slap down his money and say “at’ll do.” When a mom in the South is tired of kids fussing in the back seat of the car, she might say “azza nuff guys.” No matter how you say it – enough is enough. What our country needs new is compassion, strength and wisdom – not the dishonest phony toughness flowing from the White House. Arthur Walker Alexander City

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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

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noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch. VETERANS DAY PROGRAM: Dadeville High School is hosting its annual Veterans Day Program Thursday, Nov. 9 with a reception for Veterans and their families beginning at 8:30 a.m. The program will begin at 9 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend. VETERANS DAY PROGRAM: The Town of Rockford is hosting a Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony Thursday, Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. at Veterans Park on Jackson Street in Rockford. In case of inclement weather the ceremony will be moved to the Rockford Event Center.

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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. FALL FESTIVAL: Camp Hill Residential Advisory Board will hold its Fall Festival Saturday, Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Henderson Street. Horse rides, hayrides, cake walks, candied apples, voter registration, blood pressure checks, a massive yard sale and music from D.J. T-Ham are planned. For more information call 256-750-0517.

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PASTORAL APPRECIATION: The Liberty Life Christian Center invites you to a pastoral appreciation for the Chief Apostle and National Mother of the New Covenant Ministries of the World, Inc. Praise and worship will be 7 p.m. nightly Wednesday through Saturday. All donations and gifts will be presented at the close of the Founder’s Day Program on the 18th. Dinner will be served in the dining area.

Friday, November 17

MUSIC WORKSHOP: Richard Taylor Music and New Style Baptist Church will host a Community Harvest Music Workshop. The workshop will Darrell Brooks, Owner be held at 294 Coosa County Road 20, Equality, AL 36026. The workshop Cutting •Edging is designed for singers, choral directors, musicians, and anyone interested Weed Eating •Mulch in singing. The workshop will be held Weed Control 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. HOLIDAY MARKET: The Alexander City Methodist Church is hosting a 256.267.0518 Holiday Market on November 17th

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from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the church located at 1020 11th Ave. North in Alexander City. The event is to help people find Christmas gifts locally and to help local crafters and vendors get exposure. There is a small fee for vendor space and that money is all donated to the Relay for Life Foundation.

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!

Sunday, November 19

THANKSGIVING DINNER: Kingz United and Men of Honor will be holding a Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Dadeville Community Center on East Columbus Street Sunday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. POTLUCK DINNER: To honor the spirit of sharing and fellowship, join Pastor Richard Ellis Taylor and New Style Baptist Church for our Thanksgiving Community Harvest Potluck. Giving thanks, good food, and great fellowship on Nov. 19, 2017 from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at New Style Baptist Church, 294 Coosa County Road 20, Equality, AL 36026. Following the dinner at 6 p.m. Richard Taylor Music and New Style Baptist Church will provide an evening of praise and thanksgiving through song in its Command Performance Concert featuring soloist, group ensembles, and choir. All are welcome. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating their 145th Anniversary Sunday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. Guest minister will be Rev. R.L. Carter of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in Valley. Pastor of New Adka is Edward Milner. PASTORAL APPRECIATION: GAP Fellowship Church will be celebrating the 18th appreciation service of Pastor Lewis and Marilyn Benson on Sunday, November 19th. There will be an 11 a.m. service with Rev. Bud Nolan and Pastor Haven of United Methodist Church and a 2:30 p.m. afternoon service with Rev. McArthur Moss of Reeltown Baptist Church. Guest M.C. will be Sylvester McPherson “The Communicator.” Everyone is invited to this event at 721 Robinson Court in Alexander City.

Sunday, November 26

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. CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: New Popular Spring Baptist Church in

Dadeville, Alabama will celebrate its 135th Church Anniversary on November 26, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. Rev. Richard D. Jacobs is the Pastor. Guest Minister is Rev. Melvin Kelley, Jr, Pastor of New Harmony & Mt. Olive Baptist Churches. Everyone is invited. The church is located at 165 Pine Avenue in Camp Hill. For more information, contact Lisa Rowe at at lrowe40@yahoo.com.

Thursday, November 30

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: Haven Memorial United Methodist Church is hosting the Women’s Bible Study “War Room” Nov. 30 from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch.

Sunday, December 2

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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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Red Red Ridge United Methodist Church in Dadeville hosts an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Sunday at 6 p.m. DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS: The Bill Nichols Chapter 13 meets every third Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Charles T. “Bud” Porch Center in Alexander City. Chapter Service Officers are available every second and fourth Wednesday from noon to 5 p.m. for claims assistance. RECYCLING: The Alexander City Recycling Facility is located at the Public Works Department at 824 Railey Road. All materials should be dropped off behind the green storage shed on the Public Works lot. The facility is always open for unassisted drop off. Assistance with drop off is available between 7:00 am until 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Please call 256-409-2020 for more information. CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP: Every second and fourth Sunday at 5 p.m. the Trinity campus of First United Methodist Church will be a caregiver support group. Call 256-786-1685 for more information. WOMEN’S MEETING: Victory Temple Holiness Church in Dadeville is hosting a women’s meeting the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. Men are invited too.

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placed as a part of the finished bridge structure.” Mayfield said if he had to estimate where the project is currently, it is about 25 percent complete. “It still looks like February or March if all goes well,” Mayfield said. “The contractor is diligently working and is determined to bring the project in on schedule. It’s slow just because the scope of the work that is being done.” The next step will include a lot of moving of material to the site to start the process of constructing the road to

cross the new bridge, Mayfield said. Alexander City Public Works Director and City Engineer Gerard Brewer said that in a project like this it is hard to see the work that has actually been done. “The current bridge is being replaced by a much larger culvert and then topped with a mixture that will raise the surface of the road about 14 feet from the level it is currently,” Brewer said. Brewer said the idea is to remove part of that large dip that motorists

have to navigate currently. “The way it was there was a considerable slope and it will rattle your dentures when you bottom out,” Brewer said. “In addition to giving it a bridge that is wider and stronger, it will get rid of a lot of that dip or slope.” Mayfield said drivers should see a tremendous change when all is done. “By raising the bridge it will alleviate much of that slope and it will create a much straighter path,” Mayfield said. “It will drastically improve the safety of the road. The project will

result the slope 3 to 1.” Brewer said that he knows the detour does mean a little extra traveling for some folks, but he thinks residents have adjusted well and the inconvenience will be well worth it in the long run. “We did a lot of work in advance notifying residents there and anyone who used the road regularly of the detour route,” Brewer said. “So we’ve had very few issues really. It’s finally moving forward and the end is in sight. That’s the big thing.”

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morning from 9 to 9:30, we’ll offer stretching exercises.” Kennedy added some seniors had expressed interest in having day trips around the area, but the center has no money to offer such a program at this time. “I would like to plan for offering trips in the future, but I would have to make sure the interest and the money is there before we could,” she said. Along with socializing every Tuesday and Thursday, Kennedy said there were also plans to hold a

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Belcher said. “I returned after college and taught for 14 years there until the school closed. “This reunion is the only event Daviston has as a community right now,” Belcher said. “Since the closing of our school and all the people and happenings we had as a community right now.” Belcher’s family history goes even further back as her parents were lifelong residents of Daviston and hopes everyone will come out Saturday to support them with things starting at 10 a.m. Lunch is set to begin at noon. “This event takes just about the whole town’s participation in one way or the other,” Belcher said. “We cherish our memories and strive to keep them alive as long as possible. Even though I do not live in Daviston anymore, it still is my home and has my heart.”

luncheon for the seniors every third Wednesday, along with having a guest speaker or special entertainment during the lunch as well. The specific details for the luncheon, including the exact time and who would provide the food each month, were still being worked out, according to Kennedy. During the council meeting, Kennedy told the mayor and council members she hoped they would be able to attend the open house. “I’ll have a monthly calendar ready by then,” she said. “I’ll also have

waiver forms for guests to sign. They have to fill out the form in order to be on our mailing list.” As Dec. 3 draws closer, Kennedy said she plans to continue spreading the word about the open house at the senior center and what all she wants to offer by posting flyers throughout New Site and mentioning it in local churches. “I’ve spoken with about 50 people so far,” Kennedy said. “Everyone has seemed excited and reacted positively to the news.”

New Site Mayor Phil Blasingame and members of the town council also expressed their support during Monday night’s meeting. “This all sounds good,” councilman Billy Daniel said. “I think this thing’s really going to fly,” councilman Mickey Carter added. “When I was campaigning for mayor, that was part of my platform, offering something for our seniors,” Blasingame said. “I definitely think we’ve got the right person running this.”

Public Meetings Alexander City Board of Education meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the board office at 375 Lee St. or local school at 5 p.m.

are held in the Coosa County Courthouse in Rockford at 9:30 a.m. on the second Tuesday and at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday.

Alexander City Council meets on the first and third Mondays of each month. Meetings are held in the courtroom at the old city hall at 5:30 p.m.

Coosa County Industrial Development Board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room in the courthouse in Rockford. All meetings are open to the public.

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

Dadeville City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. with a premeeting at 5:30 p.m. in city hall. Daviston City Council meets the third Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Daviston Fire Department. Goldville Town Council meets the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the town hall.

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

month. Meetings are held in town hall at 7 p.m. Tallapoosa County Board of Education meets on the second Monday of each month. Meetings are held in the new central office at 679 East Columbus Street, Dadeville, AL 36853. Tallapoosa County Commission meets the second Monday of the month at 9 a.m. in the courthouse in Dadeville, with a pre-meeting also open to the public 30 minutes before each regular session. Tallapoosa County 911 Board will meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. in the 911 Administrative office at 240 West Columbus Street, Dadeville. Call 825-8490 for more information. Walnut Hill Water Authority meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited. Call 825-9841 to inquire about the agenda.

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Central Coosa coach Shane Rary and the Cougars are looking forward to the offseason after a winless season this year.

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With Benjamin Russell hosting a playoff game on Friday night at Charles E. Bailey Sportplex, there’s guaranteed to be a lot of people with long lines at the ticket gates. To avoid those lines, fans can purchase their tickets online at gofan.co. Tickets are $8 for playoff games and online tickets will include a small fee. Season tickets are not valid for this game, and all seats are first come first serve. Parking passes for Quarterback Club members and season parking passes are honored at the playoff game. Regular parking will still be $5. Gates open at 5 p.m. for the Wildcats’ Class 6A first-round game against Saraland.

Bernie is featured Pet Picker

Our featured Pet Picker of the Week has been searching for a home for seven months. His name is Bernie, and he was brought to the Lake Martin Animal Shelter seven months ago by the Alexander City Animal Control. Bernie is a Labrador mix and is estimated to be 2 years old. He will be neutered prior to adoption. For more information on Bernie or any animal up for adoption, contact the Lake Martin Animal Shelter at 256234-5533.

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In the 7- and 8-year old division, the Seahawks won the Alexander City youth football Super Bowl with a narrow 20-19 victory over the Ravens on Saturday morning.

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Changes on the horizon for Cougars just go to work. That was such a factor, whether they wanted it to be or not. Now, nobody cares; it’s next year now.” Because he was hired in the And with the chance to actually second week of official practice, have an offseason with his team, Central Coosa coach Shane Rary has quite a few goals he’ll Rary never got an offseason focus on to attempt to renew this with his football team. He never implemented his own style, and he program. On Nov. 27, the team will start never got a chance to truly bond offseason workouts four days a with his team. week that will mainly focus on Now all that’s changed, strength and conditioning. While though. Although there’s a lot to the players will still do some be disappointed about in an 0-10 CrossFit workouts, they’ll also do season, Rary’s Cougars aren’t more Olympic-style weight lifting. looking behind them anymore; “We’re limited to what we they’re only looking ahead. “We’re excited and the guys are can do football wise, but that’s ready to go right now,” Rary said. really not what we need right now anyway,” Rary said. “We need to “They’d probably go out there and practice today. I’m excited to get bigger, stronger and faster; that way, if we make mistakes, we’re move on and get that shadow of at least able to make up for them.” needing to win off your back and

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Another offseason goal will be to set up a solid nutrition plan and help the Cougars keep their focus in the classroom. “For the nutrition, we want to make sure that after they work out, they’re getting more so we can increase all the gains we get from out workouts,” Rary said. “We also want to stay on top of them and keep them accountable in their classes. My classroom is always open and available to them if they need to catch up.” The Cougars will also be hoping to get numbers on, both on the roster and the coaching staff. Blake White and George Gardin were the defensive and offensive assistants, respectively, this year, and while they’ll return, they’re also hoping to add to that. Finally, a long-term goal for

Rary and the Cougars will be to build up a community that supports the program, and that starts at the youth level. Many of the area churches are hoping to organize some youth teams, and Rary said he thinks that’ll be essential to helping the program in the long run. “I think if you do the strength program the right way and the community the right way, the numbers will come,” Rary said. “Building up what the community feels about the program and building up what these guys do — if these guys leave for Christmas then come back and they’re like, ‘Woah, Jamichael (Chambliss), what happened to you (strengthwise)?’ They’re gonna want to play football. Hopefully it makes a difference.”

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ou work hard every day and come home sweaty and callused. You’re always at work on time and exceed management’s expectations. You’ve got a mortgage, have mouths to feed and perhaps even unfortunate medical expenses. Money’s tight. Then one morning, the supervisor calls you into his office. Your dedication is appreciated but the economy calls for major cutbacks and you’re dismissed without cause other than the company’s godforsaken profit margin. You get a pat on the back, a few weeks of severance pay and the promise of a good recommendation. A college football head coach draws gaudy paychecks, buys a lush, lakefront home, drives a fancy truck provided by the dealership, but fails to meet expectations. Granted, he might work hard, but the results on the scoreboard do not reflect that,

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causing fans and powerful alumni to lose patience. Folks don’t buy tickets to watch the other team win. One morning, possibly after a crushing defeat, he’s called into an administrator’s office and dismissed, but doesn’t have to worry about that mortgage, medical bills or how he’s going to pay for Christmas. You see, there’s a special clause in the contract called a buyout — where he’s guaranteed ‘X’ amount of money for ‘X’ amount of time regardless of his employment status with a given university. Unless a coach is fired with cause, which often means NCAA

violations, violation of university code or something criminal, he’ll be unemployed with a massive paycheck. Arkansas coach Bret Bielema is languishing through another tough season and very well might be unemployed by this time next month. Don’t worry about him. His buyout is $5.9 million. How about Kevin Sumlin from Texas A&M? Wow — $11.25 million. I suppose everything’s big in Texas. Tennessee’s Butch Jones has already been fired in the court of public perception -— just not yet by the Vols. His buyout? In excess of $8 million. In total, Bielema, Sumlin and Jones could be paid roughly $25 million for not coming to work anymore. Sounds like a great gig! Sign me up! Buyouts are a regular part of sports contracts. We have those crafty agents to thank for wasting millions of dollars that universities could otherwise use

toward facilities, scholarships or charitable contributions, if they so choose. Athletic directors know what they’re getting into when these contracts are agreed to in the first place. Perhaps it’s time administrators across the nation take a unified stand against throwing unused money away and eliminate buyout clauses. No more guarantees: If you do your job (win), you keep your job. Merit-based pay … what a concept. Extra point: This is crazy, but worthy enough of goofy conversation. Auburn could conceivably play Georgia, Alabama and Clemson twice each this season. How? Beat Georgia on Saturday, beat Louisiana-Monroe, win the Iron Bowl, beat Georgia in the SEC Championship Game, beat Alabama or Clemson in the playoff semifinal, then beat Alabama or Clemson in the

national championship game. So you’re saying there’s a chance … Georgia at Auburn: If Auburn is to truly put itself on the national stage this season, here’s the opportunity. Auburn must find a way to protect Jarrett Stidham (because Georgia’s pass rush can chase him around), find running lanes for ironman Kerryon Johnson and contain Georgia’s ferocious rushing attack. Otherwise … Georgia 23, Auburn 16. Alabama at Mississippi State: Is it just me, or did Alabama appear vulnerable against LSU? The Tigers outrushed the Tide, winning the battle up front. State is primed for a massive upset, but I don’t have the guts to call it. Tide 27, State 15. Joe McAdory is Communications Editor at Auburn University’s Harbert College of Business.

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