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State Representative Mark Tuggle gave the Dadeville Kiwanis Club a picture of the latest goings-on in Montgomery, including numbers from the latest budget passed by the state legislature. “Our budget for education this year totaled $6.4 billion,” he said. “There is $179 million in the education Tuggle reserve, which is a true reserve.” Breaking these numbers down, Tuggle said the legislature had added $26.8 million into the foundation program and $13.5 million for adding Pre-K units across the state. “We’ve grown it considerably over the past few years. I think we’re moving it in the right direction,” Tuggle said. “We want to expose kids to learning early.” Despite it being one of the largest line items on any education budget, Tuggle said enough had been put towards school transportation to provide approximately 60 percent of the average amount it takes a school system to furnish transportation for its students. Other positive things to report about the education budget included an additional $1.25 million for juvenile probation programs and more funds going to the Alabama School of Fine Arts, the See KIWANIS • Page 3

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Fashion and music The United Way hosted its 5th Annual Fashion Showdown, above, in a New Orleans style event to raise funds for their annual campaign while highlighting clothing available in Alexander City. Right, Alex City Arts hosted Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver at the BRHS Auditorium. Lawson and band treated guests to a night of Bluegrass music as Lawson played his trademark mandolin while singing tenor and baritone.

The mother of a 3-year-old boy who died in December of 2014 who has been charged with “chemical endangerment exposure to a child resulting in death” appears to be finally headed to trial. The case against Bethany Brown Missildine is scheduled to begin on Oct. 23, according to court records. The case has been continued three times after motions by the defense were filed. According to court records, Bentley Cole Missildine of Alexander City died at Russell Medical Center on Dec. 27, 2014 shortly after officers were called to a home on Barrett Road. The Alexander City Police Department Missildine immediately launched an investigation into the death. As a result of the toddler’s unexpected death, an autopsy was performed. Toxicology reports that were performed during that process, were not complete until June. Those tests indicated the boy’s death was due to “methadone toxicity.” The indictment reads in part, “Bethany Missildine… did knowingly, recklessly or intentionally cause or permit a child, to-wit: Bentley Cole Missildine, to be exposed to, to ingest or inhale, or to have contact with a controlled substance, chemical substance, or drug paraphernalia as defined by the Code of Alabama 1975, to-wit: methadone, and that exposure caused the death of Bentley Cole Missildine.” Methadone is an opiate that is used sometimes to help recovering addicts. It is also used as a pain reliever and as part of drug addiction detoxification and maintenance programs and is available only from certified pharmacies. Earlier this month, Missildine’s attorney Jason Jackson filed a motion to exclude certain types of information from being presented at trial. The motion asks the court to prohibit photos and testimony about images of the alleged victim from being presented in court during the trial. Jackson’s motion claims “the photos would be highly prejudicial and of no probative value” and “such photos would tend to illicit sympathy from the jurors and improperly influence their decision.” Judge Ray Martin is set to hear the case. A conviction on a Class A felony is punishable with a prison sentence of up to “life, or not more than 99 years, or less than 10 years,” according to the Official Code of Alabama.

Benjamin Russell Navy JROTC receives bi-annual review By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

The cadets of the Benjamin Russell Navy JROTC gathered in the school gymnasium Thursday morning, lined up in precise, neat rows for their bi-annual review from Area Eight Manager of the Navy JROTC organization, Cmdr. Merlin Ladner. Parents of the cadets filled the gym bleachers, while Benjamin Russell Principal Dr. Anthony Wilkinson, Assistant Principal Kelli Kelly and Alexander City Schools Superintendent Dr. Darrell Cooper were special guests at the review. The review began when Navy JROTC Instructor Capt. Matthew Leahey escorted Ladner into the gym before the Color Guard posted

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DEAR ABBY: I will soon be married 48 years, but it is not much of a marriage. There is no sex, no touching, no kind and compassionate words, only bickering and arguing. I can’t figure out why I’m still here. I have thought about leaving many times. I have written three books, and because of it, my husband has ridiculed me. I have also owned and operated two businesses. I’m active in the community, which he resents. He is an introvert, while I am an extrovert. He no longer accompanies me to activities, but when he did, he would make snide remarks to people who stopped to chat with us. So I no longer invite him. Help me, please! -- SAD, LONELY WIFE DEAR WIFE: I will try. If you are asking my permission to divorce your husband, I can’t give it to you. Instead, I suggest you ask yourself why you

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have tolerated such a lonely marriage for 48 years and what you feel you would have to gain by leaving. As an intelligent woman, once you answer that, I think you will know what to do. DEAR ABBY: I am a mother of two. I share 50 percent custody of my children with their father. My children also have two stepparents. How involved in decisionmaking should the stepparents be? I value their opinions, but I think I know what is best for my children. Their stepmother isn’t particularly involved in their activities or pickups and

drop-offs, but never hesitates to interject her opinions about what I should do with their time. It causes communication problems between their father and me. I don’t want to be rude to her. Where does the line need to be drawn? -- MOMMA KNOWS BEST DEAR MOMMA KNOWS BEST: Give your ex’s current wife the benefit of the doubt. She may be trying to be helpful. Then, for the sake of your own sanity, simply ignore her comments and continue communicating with your ex in parenting matters.

top of his belt buckle. Since the last election I have noticed that many politicians, our new president included, wear their ties several inches below their belt. Is this a fashion trend or just them being unique? -- CHRIS IN WASHINGTON DEAR CHRIS: I brought your question to the attention of the Brooks Brothers corporate office and was told that what you read in “Dress for Success” was correct. That some people wear their ties longer is an individual style decision, and not a fashion trend.

DEAR ABBY: Many years ago, as I was about to graduate from college and begin looking for a job, I read a book called “Dress for Success.” One of the things I remember from it is that a man’s tie should be tied to a length that is between the last button of his shirt and the

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Melissa Reynolds to run for probate judge new vision and my top priorities will be accountability and integrity.” Melissa Sullivan Reynolds is Reynolds is pleased to announce her candidacy well qualified to for probate judge. A longtime serve as probate resident of Tallapoosa County, judge. She earn an Reynolds is a small business owner associate’s degree in Tallapoosa County who currently in business from Reynolds serves as CEO of Boys and Girls Central Alabama Club of the Lake Martin Area. Community College and a paralegal “I care about Tallapoosa County services degree from the University and it is time for our county to have of Alabama at Birmingham. In new leadership who will represent addition, she has received nonall citizens and treat them with profit management certification dignity and compassion,” Reynolds from Spillet Leadership University, said. “It is time for a new voice and certification from the Hard STAFF REPORT TPI Staff

Business School Enterprise Initiative and executive educational team certification. Deeply involved in the local community, Reynolds serves on the board of directors for S.A.F.E./ D.A.R.E. and serves as secretary on the Salvation Army board. She is also an active member of the Rotary Club, BGCA Professional Association, Lake Martin Jr. Leadership board, Dadeville Chamber of Commerce and Saint James Episcopal Church. Reynolds is married to Eugene Reynolds who is a forest service business owner in Tallapoosa County.

Obituaries David Randall Wear David Randall Wear, 74, of Lake Martin, Dadeville, AL died Monday, October 16, 2017 at the Coosa Valley Medical Center in Sylacauga. David was born and raised in the Huffman area in Birmingham, Alabama. After graduating from Woodlawn High School, he enlisted in the Coast Guard where he served for several years. He has lived in the Lake Martin area for 30 years and has sold cars and boats for various dealers and independently. David was a member of Red Ridge United Methodist Church in Dadeville, AL. David is survived by his wife Rose

Lambeth Wear. He was preceded in death by parents Cecil D. Wear and Kathleen Chamber Wear; one son David Scott Wear. A memorial service will be held 4: 00 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2017 at the chapel of Alabama Funeral Home in Dadeville, with Pastor Jeph Guinan Cornerstone PCA in Calera will be officiating. The family will greet friends from 3:30 until the time of service at the funeral home on Thursday. Alabama Funeral Homes and Cremation Centers in Dadeville are in charge of the arrangements. www.alabamafuneralhomes.com

Mr. Stephan “Jap Wildcat” Thomas, Jr. Mr. Stephan “Jap Wildcat” Thomas, Jr. passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at his residence. Funeral Services are incomplete and will be announced later by Wright’s Funeral Home.

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Alabama School of Math and Science, the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind and Lyman Ward Military Academy. “We heavily focused on career tech and community colleges as well,” Tuggle said. Tuggle also said the legislature had approved a 4 percent raise for public school teachers, but added this raise was essentially erased by an increase in the cost of premiums through the teacher insurance organization PEEHIP. “We funded PEEHIP fully for what they were asking, then they turned around and went up on the premiums,” he said. As a result of this, the legislature struck a new deal with PEEHIP, where the group would have to use a percentage of the interest they receive before they can ask the state for more funds, according to Tuggle. He also touched on the general fund budget, which the state legislature appropriated $2 billion for. He said the state spends an average of $10 billion on the general fund, but money coming in through things

like hunting licenses and similar programs are earmarked for certain aspects of the general fund. Tuggle also spent some time talking about other positive changes taking place in his constituency, including the new archery range and zip line course at Wind Creek State Park. “I have always been an advocate of Wind Creek,” he said. Though he was able to present plenty of positive things going on, Tuggle mentioned there were some things happening that were not as upbeat to report on. “Our state GDP right now is 1.8 percent,” he said. “That’s not robust at all, no matter how you look at it.” Looking for ways to end his talk on a higher note, Tuggle said $85 million in unspent funds were able to be carried over for fiscal year 2019, both budgets finished positively, and the legislature passed a bill requiring insurance companies to cover autism therapy for children up to the age of 18. “I voted for the autism bill,” Tuggle said. “I try to stay positive as much as I can.”

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State Representative Mark Tuggle provides the Dadeville Kiwanis Club with an update on the latest fiscal year budget and other goings-on in Montgomery during Thursday’s meeting.

JROTC the colors and the national anthem was played. “One requirement is that I come and inspect the unit every other year,” Ladner said. “If a unit does well in its review, I come back every other year. If they don’t do so well, I will come back the next year.” On alternate years, Ladner said Navy JROTC units are reviewed by a special guest inspector, usually someone preparing to retire from active duty in the Navy and is used as a bit of a recruiting tool to see if these personnel would be willing and interested to serve as a Navy JROTC Instructor. During the review, Ladner inspected the uniforms of each cadet and asked him or her a question of military knowledge, information the cadets have reviewed throughout the

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school year so far. Also during the inspection, Representative Mark Tuggle and Scottlyn Carr, an intern in Tuggle’s office, were on hand to present Leahey and the unit with a $1,000 check on behalf of Tuggle and State Senator Tom Whatley. “I have met Leahey and Petty Officer (Ron) Rowe and supported them in the past,” Tuggle said. “I support the program and the opportunity it affords the kids.” Following Ladner’s review, the cadets of Naval Science Class-1 conducted a drill demonstration, Ladner made a few remarks about what he had seen before presenting awards to several cadets, including Cadet of the Month, The Color Guard Ribbon and the NJROTC Participation Ribbon for taking part in events like

the Gator Games at Escambia High School and unit fundraisers. The event ended with a Pass-in-Review, with the cadets marching past the “stand” of Wilkinson, Kelly, Leahey and Ladner, just like on a parade ground. Following the inspection, cadets were free to take pictures with their parents and Ladner. “It’s a pleasure to come and see the cadets on campus,” Ladner said during his remarks. “I want to say you’ve set the bar very high for the rest of the schools I have to inspect.” Ladner added he has taken four calls this week from principals and superintendents from Hoover High School, Montgomery City, Henry County and Alberta, Alabama, all of whom expressed interest in submitting applications

to be put on the waiting list to receive a Navy JROTC unit. “The interest is high in our programs. Over 200 schools nation-wide are on the waiting list for Navy JROTC,” he said. “Our national program is strong, and I feel your program here is very healthy.” Following the inspection, Leahey had nothing but positive things to say about his unit and the way they presented themselves to Ladner. “I am exceptionally proud of the effort the cadets put into the inspection ceremony,” Leahey said. “I feel our cadets represented themselves, the unit, Benjamin Russell High School and Alexander City very well.” Ladner also expressed some of the reasons he felt the Navy JROTC program was so beneficial to high school students

across the country. “This is not a recruiting tool for the military,” he said. “Our mission is citizenship development. Participation in high school is what we’re going for. We feel participating more in high school can help raise a student’s GPA. A lot of cadets have admitted this is a good course and helps them in other classes.” With a healthy number of cadets in the unit and the positive comments made by Ladner during the inspection ceremony, the Navy JROTC unit at Benjamin Russell is in good shape and a serves as a great elective for all students. “I think you all would agree it’s at a good stage here,” Ladner said. “After talking to the cadets, I’ve got a good feeling on how this unit is going.”

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hen experts in retail recruitment talk about what it takes to get businesses to come to an area they are quick to tell you that it takes people who are willing to think outside the box and invest their money up front to create an attractive situation. That’s why it was so refreshing to meet a local couple who are doing just that. The Thursday Outlook featured a story about Angela and Dion James of D&A Investments who are working to transform a more than 50-acre parcel that sits between Highway 280 and Washington Street into a multi-phase, multi-use development that will be unlike any other in the area. Lake Martin Village will feature a Highway 280 outparcel suitable for a larger retailer or restaurant and 14 business storefronts in the first phase that will occupy about 11 acres of the property. In the second and third phases about 47 acres will be home to single-family residential homes and professional offices that could house doctors, lawyers and small space entrepreneurs. Not only is the idea refreshing, the enthusiasm and obvious love for the community they call home is equally exciting. Consider this from Dion James: “I’m from here and lived here most of my life. Angela is from here and grew up here. We wanted to do something to make our hometown even better.” The couple say they have been “blown away” by the cooperative spirit they have seen from everyone they’ve reached out to, including city leaders, utilities, the Chamber of Commerce and their representatives and other governmental agencies. They say the excitement that they have encountered from residents and potential clients as well lets them know they are about to fill a need here. “We’ve heard for so long from people about the stores and shops that we need here,” Angela James said. “It’s like they say, ‘build it and they will come.’ That’s what we are counting on. From the preliminary interest we are seeing, we think that could be the case here.” We applaud Angela and Dion James of D&A Investments for their forward thinking and their desire to bring something exciting to our area.

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Officials Communication with elected officials is the key to good government. To let your most local representatives know how you feel about state or local matters, contact any of the following. Governor Kay Ivey represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. She was sworn into office on April 10, 2017, and can be reached at 334-242-7100. Her office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama. Mark Tuggle (R) represents the 81st District covering Coosa, Chilton and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached by phone at 256-3922006 or by email at tughd81@gmail.com. His office is located at 110 Calhoun Street, Suite 108, Alexander City. Tom Whatley represents the 27th District covering Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa County. He was elected to the Alabama Senate on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334242-t7865. His office is located at 337 East Magnolia Drive, Auburn. Clyde Chambliss Jr. represents Senate District 30, which includes portions of Elmore, Autauga, Chilton, Coosa and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached at 334-343-7883 or at clyde.chambliss@ alsenate.gov

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ecently my sweet wife gave me several large bags of assorted clothing, linens and towels and told me to drop them off at the Tallapoosa Christian Crisis Center. I’m always glad to be a good neighbor and I thought this was extremely thoughtful of my bride to gather these things for them. So, I threw them in my truck and delivered them as ordered. I was feeling mighty good about this experience until one of the bags broke open, and herein lies my tale of woe. It seems that my lovely spouse was using a few sheets to cover up the real gifts to the Center. It wasn’t the linen closet that got cleaned out, it was my closet! There in the middle of this bundle of Christian kindness were some of my most precious possessions. I was shocked to see these irreplaceable items being so casually cast away. There are some things that are a part of a man’s life and shouldn’t be touched. To start with there were my two polyester leisure suits. One was a beautiful crimson red and the other was a pale yellow with paisley cuffs. Man, I just know these things are going to come back into style one day. In the sixties I was bad to the bone with these statement-making garments. I have pictures of me wearing them with my white buck-

Cupcake. It’s a done deal.” I got over it. Helping others is a Biblical injunction that we all need to take seriously. DR. GERALD The Christian Crisis Center HALLMARK is a wonderful outlet for this Columnist Christian generosity and especially as the holidays approach. They are in need skin shoes, four inch wide belt and enough hair to wear of warm clothing, nonin a ponytail. Those were the perishable food items and money. All of us have those days and now my wife was just giving this great heritage things that we can share with of fashion and history away. others that are less fortunate. The truth is most of these It brought tears to my eyes. items aren’t even a sacrifice In the other sack I disbecause they come out of the covered all my bellbottom pants along with my collec- surplus of our lives. I would encourage you to clean out tion of T-shirts. The pants were not as important as the a winter closet, buy an extra bag of groceries and write a 200 T-shirts with Vacation check for this worthy organiBible School logos, church zation. Trust me it will have camp themes and vacation eternal rewards along with spots I had visited. What if most of them were two sizes the satisfaction of helping too small, who cares? These right now. I’ve suggested we start shirts were the milestones cleaning out my wife’s of a great ministry now in three closets and sharing the archives. How can you her things with the center replace a 1994 T-shirt with Rock City printed on it? See and she agreed. I even volwhat I mean, it just can’t be unteered to do it for her and make all the selections. done. Guess what? She told me if I When I got home I contouched her closet she would fronted my sweetie about this injustice and demanded start in on my hunting closet and then the real pain would a full explanation. The last begin. I’m confident she will time someone stared at do a good job! another person like the one I got was the Greek army Dr. Gerald Hallmark is a in the caves of Medusa, and they all turned to stone. retired minister who lives in Alexander City. His column In her sweetest voice she appears every Friday in The consoled my broken heart Outlook. by saying, “Get over it,

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lexander City has long been open to opportunities that would bring new industry where Russell Corporation once stood. A few years ago, I was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and a speaker from the Governor’s Office came to talk to us about ways to attract new industry and what a community needs to do to successfully recruit those businesses. 1. Know your city Alexander City has been my home for over 80 years. I’ve never been prouder of a community and the people that call it home. We look out for one another and take pride in each other’s success. We are authentic, friendly and welcoming. 2. Churches and religious communities - We have numerous churches in town and faith is a pillar of life for most of our citizens. Those new to town have many options for worship and will find many congregations with open doors ready to welcome them into the fold. 3. A strong school system - Our public schools are serving the children of Alexander City well. My children and grandchildren have attended school here and have gone on to be successful

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and productive members of society. We have wonderful teachers and a community of parents ready to support our students. 4. Accessibility to downtown - There is plenty of land to be developed merely a stones throw from our downtown area which houses vital services like police, fire, the post office and the courthouse. We also have new restaurants and shops opening and events in Strand Park that have brought new life downtown. 5. Media - We are home to one of the state’s best local news outlets, The Outlook. They have served our community for many years and will take us into the future of news and journalism. 6. Healthcare - Russell Medical Center has a reputation as one of the best hospitals in the area. Our cancer center partnership with UAB and recruitment of the best doctors will keep our community healthy and

thriving. We are also home to one of only four veterans homes in the state. 7. Recreation - The Charles E. Bailey Sportplex continues to be an invaluable resource for our citizens looking to maintain active and healthy lifestyles. 8. Lake Martin - It would be a mistake to fail to mention the crown jewel of our area, Lake Martin. We all owe the lake so much – from family gatherings to tourism revenue- there isn’t a person in our area that hasn’t benefitted from its existence. We must make sure we take care of it for years to come. Our family has never been more proud to call Alexander City home and we can’t thank you all enough for supporting us over the years. We want to be there for Alexander City, the way it has been there for us. That’s why I want to encourage our city leaders to uses the wonderful resources we already have to make us the best town in central Alabama. Let’s all take pride in our home and work together to make sure we continue to travel toward a prosperous future. A. Austin Holley is the longtime owner of Holley’s Home Furnishings in Alexander City.

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Today is October 20, 2017 Today’s Events

COUNTRY STORE: Goodwater Healthcare will be having its annual “Country Store” on Friday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. There will be door wreaths for Christmas, sports teams, and seasonal, other

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Christmas items, arts and crafts, homemade cakes and pies, jewelry and homemade jellies. As always, we will have our fried bologna sandwiches and hoop cheese! All proceeds benefit the resident activity fund. Come and join in the fun, see old friends, make new ones and enjoy the hospitality! The event is located in the Chapman Family Home attached to the nursing facility at 16 Jones Hill Rd, in Goodwater, Alabama. For more information, please call 256-839-6711.

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Participate in your Outlook by calling 256-234-4281, faxing them to 256-234-6550, sending your event to calendar@alexcityoutlook.com or logging on to http://www.alexcityoutlook.com/. JEWELRY SALE: The Masquerade $5 Jewelry and Accessory sale will be Thursday, Oct. 19 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday Oct. 20 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Russell Medical Center Community Room. Proceeds benefit the Russell Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarship Fund.

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NATIONAL WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: New Covenant Ministries of the World is hosting its National Women’s Conference Oct. 17-22 at the Liberty Life Christian Center with sessions at 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Speakers include Pastor Carla Dunn, Evangelist Andora Dothard, Pastor CeCelia Adams and Evangelist Lashunda Brown. Apostle W.T. Traylor is pastor of Liberty Life Christian Center, Mother Ola Traylor.

Saturday, October 21

STARGAZING: The Auburn Astronomical Society will set up telescopes to look at the night sky Oct. 21 at 5 p.m. on Hospice Point near the silo at Wind Creek State Park. HOMECOMING: The Mountain Community Homecoming will be Oct. 21 at the Bethany Church Mountain Community Center starting at 10 a.m. Lunch will be at noon. Please bring a covered dish to share for lunch. If you have any family pictures, please bring to share with everyone. The community center is at Clay County Road 49 in the Mountain community north of New Site. For more information call Velera Oliver at 256-234-2935 or Jim Branch at 256-252-9266. TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends Monthly Trade Day in Millerville on Highway 9 between Ashland and Goodwater will be held on Oct. 21 from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. Refreshments are also available. YARD SALE: M&M Kids of Duncan United Methodist Church is hosting a free yard sale at the church Oct. 21 from 7 a.m. to noon. The church is located on Highway 22 East just past Abernathy Feed. FALL FESTIVAL: The Alexander City Church of God of Prophecy at 122 Poplar Road is hosting a family fall festival Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. Mark Conversio will present “Hot Topic of the Day” to Horizons Unlimited Monday, Oct. 23 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Building at 375 Lee Street Alexander City. MINISTERIAL MEETING: The Alexander City Area Ministerial Association Meeting will be Monday, Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. at Big B Barbecue in Alexander City.

Wednesday, October 25

TRUNK OR TREAT: The First United Methodist Church and the First Presbyterian Church are hosting a joint Trunk or Treat at the First Presbyterian Church at 371 Jefferson Street Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome and its free. FALL FESTIVAL: Hillabee Baptist Church is hosting a fall festival Oct. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with faith, food, fun and games for all ages.

Thursday, October 26

DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING: Doug Jones, Democratic Senatorial candidate will be at the Tallapoosa County Democratic Party meeting Oct. 26 at 6 p.m. For more information call Carol Gowan at 256-794-7432. SENIOR RX: Deborah Jones will be at the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce Oct. 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to speak to seniors to see if they are eligible for assistance with diabetic supplies, liquid supplements and medications. For an appointment time, call 1800361-1636 or 256-761-3575.

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Sunday, October 22

MEN’S DAY PROGRAM: Bread of Life ACOP in Kellyton is hosting a Call us, we can help! Men’s Day Program Oct. 22 at 3 p.m. 256.234.4281 The guest speaker will be Rev. Kirkey Jr. Pastor of Bread of Life is Elder Neverland Tuck. For more information • Alexander City Outlook call Prophetess Alisa Norris at 256• Dadeville Record 329-8674 or 256-496-0189. • Wetumpka Herald CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Mt. • Eclectic Observer Olive Missionary Baptist Church • Tallassee Tribune in Waverly is celebrating its 148th Anniversary Sunday, Oct. 22. Guest minister will be Rev. Terry Magby on New Mt. Sellers Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Melvin Kelley Jr. is pastor Mt. Olive. FOUNDERS DAY: GAP Fellowship Church at 721 Robinson Court is celebrating its 18th Annual Founder’s Darrell Brooks, Owner Day Oct. 22 at 2:30 p.m. with special guest Rev. Dr. Ronnie White of Cutting •Edging Word of God Community Church in Weed Eating •Mulch Talladega. Pastor of GAP Fellowship Weed Control Church is Lou and Marilyn Benson. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Bradford United Methodist Church is hosting its annual homecoming celebration Sunday, Oct. 22 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a fellowship meal. The guest speaker will be Rev. Tommy Gillum with special music by “The Wilkes.” WOMEN’S DAY: Kellyton Chapel 256.267.0518 United Methodist Church is celebrating from the crowd?

Women’s Day Sunday, Oct. 22 at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Sister Giovonnda Young of Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Alexander City. The pastor of Kellyton Chapel is Rev. Michael Strong.

5K RUN: The Radney Wildcat 5K Dash and 1 mile Trick-or-Treat Fun Run will be held Saturday, Oct. 28. Registration will be available at the race, while pre-registration forms can be found at the Radney Elementary School office. 5K registration is $25, while the 1 mile fun run is $15. The 5K begins at 7:30 a.m., with the fun run to follow at 8:30 a.m. Participants in the fun run are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and will be able to trick-or-treat at designated locations along the 1 mile route. TOUGH TEN: The Auburn-Opelika Running and Track Association (AORTA) is hosting the 18th Annual Tough Ten/ Tough Two Race Saturday, Oct. 28 in Auburn. There are multiple division for awards. To register go to auburnrunning. org or runsignup.com/race/al/auburn/ aortatoughtentoughtwo. CANCER AWARENESS LUNCHEON: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a cancer awareness Luncheon Oct. 28 at 11 a.m. in the fellowship hall at 21 North Thornton Road in Dadeville. The speaker will be RuPearl Sharp of Fayetteville, Georgia. The pastor is Edward Milner. The event is free to the public but donations will be accepted with proceeds going to Cancer Treatment Center of America Newnan Hospital. FARM DAY: The Weogufka Center

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will be hosting Farm Day Oct. 28. See old farm equipment, the train man Robert Pearson and Ms. Kay Cheshire will be in the history room. Breakfast begins at 6:30 a.m. Admission is $2 per car and vendors are $20 per booth. Helping Children Learn and Grow CANCER AWARENESS PROGRAM: Friendship Baptist The Learning Tree, Inc. is Church is hosting its annual Cancer Accepting Applications for Awareness Program Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. Weekend Shifts in Direct Care. The speaker will be Sister Cheryl Ransaw with guest choir Kellyton Applications can be Chapel and guest praise team from picked up at: Miracle Baptist Church. The pastor is 101 S. Dubois Street Tallassee, AL 36078 Roosevelt Gregory. Or contact Brinda Bell CAR SHOW: The 12th Annual Bill (334) 252-0025, Ext. 101 Nichols State Veterans Home Car and Motorcycle Show is Oct. 28 from Email: bbell@learning-tree.org 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1784 Elkahatchee Road. It is hosted by the Bill Nichols Chapter 13 DAV and Auxillary Unit. Participant registration fee is $15. There will be food available for purchase, door prizes, money tree and live entertainment. FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have Family Game Night Bingo from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28. Five free Bingo cards to the first 10 kids age 10 and under. Game prizes and door prizes. Begin with hot dogs, pizza, chips, and soft drinks.

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CIRCUS: The Alexander City Kiwanis Club is hosting the Lewis and Clark Circus Oct. 28-29. Performances will be Saturday at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the gate and are available at Radio Shack, Tapley Appliance and River Bank and Trust. With each ticket two children get in free with a coupon available across town.

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SINGING: Bay Pines Baptist Church is hosting a singing featuring the Shadrix’s Sunday, Oct. 29 at 10:30 a.m. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Kendrick Baptist Church at 5152 Highway 9 in Nixburg will be hosting homecoming services Oct. 29 at 10:30 a.m. Guest singers will be “The Dyes” with preaching and a covered dish lunch to follow.

Monday, October 30

CREEPY CRITTERS SHOW: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is hosting a Creepy Critters Show Oct. 30 at 4 p.m. with Animal Tales. The seasonal show is centered around fall festivals and Halloween.

Wednesday, November 1

MONTHLY LUNCHEON: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends in Millerville will have their Monthly Luncheon on Wednesday November 1 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Please bring a covered dish and a small donation. The local VFW will have a Veterans recognition program.

Sunday, November 5

SUNDAY DINNER: Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church is hosting Sunday dinner Sunday, Nov. 5 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.

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KEEPING HOPE ALIVE DADEVILLE VS. HANDLEY Game date: Dadeville Tigers at Handley Tigers ... Friday, 7 p.m. ... Class 4A Region 3 game. Media coverage: Follow @liziarbogast on Twitter for live updates ... Check out Inside the Lines Live on the Outlook Facebook page for a pregame show. Teams: Dadeville is 4-4 (2-3) and is coming off a 35-21 win over Elmore County ... Although it is the defending state champion, Handley is currently winless. Series: Handley leads the series 33-25 but Dadeville has won six of the last eight. Outlook prediction: Handley by 10.

Dadeville looks to continue playoff push five or six wins, so I’m hoping they don’t put it all together this Friday night.” Although Dadeville secured a It may seem like Dadeville’s 35-21 victory over Elmore County football team will have a walk in last week, the Tigers can’t let their the park this week as it travels to foot off the gas now. They sit at Handley. 4-4 overall and 2-3 in Class 4A But don’t let Handley’s 0-7 Region 3, and they’re still on the record fool you. After all, Handley outside looking in at a playoff bid. is the defending Class 4A state “We’re in a situation where we champion, and three of its losses have been by a touchdown or less. gotta win the next two weeks to make the playoffs,” White said. “They’re the best 0-7 football “We don’t need to slip up along team I’ve ever seen on film,” the way.” Dadeville coach Richard White Handley struggled early said. “They’ve been in every ballgame they’ve played, and they on because of an injury to quarterback QuonDarious Lyons, could’ve easily won four or five who has since returned, and White games. They scare me to death, says he adds another dimension to they really do, because they’re a Handley’s offense. couple plays away from having By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Corey Bell played some at the quarterback position in Lyons’ absence, but has become a threatening receiver since his return. Running back Devontae Houston is also one to look out for, and freshman Dylan Brooks stands at 6-foot-4 and 180 pounds and can run the ball hard. According to White, what Handley does especially well is run multiple formations and adjust to its opponents. “They do things to see if you can line up correctly and call the plays if you’ve missed a line,” White said. “We’re going to have to be really smart this week, and we’re going to have to tackle well.”

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Benjamin Russell’s A.J. Thompson (5) makes a leap over a Pelham defender earlier this season.

Wildcats can’t get complacent Generals face must-win vs. Fayetteville against Helena See TIGERS • Page 10

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At this point in the season, Horseshoe Bend is going to need a lot of help, but winning its last two region games of the year will be a necessity if the Generals hope to achieve their ultimate goal of making the playoffs for the second year in a row. A 10-point loss last week of the hands of Vincent has made that goal seem like a dream, but mathematically, it’s still possible. But Horseshoe Bend cannot afford a slipup along the way. It begins tonight when the Generals head to Fayetteville for a Class 2A Region 5 matchup. “You play games to win,” Horseshoe Bend coach Josh Averett said. “Obviously when you might not have playoffs, that hurts and takes a little bit away, but that desire to compete win is still there. We’re going to go into the next three weeks and give it

is the quarterback of the defense. “That helps a lot,” Horn said. “I think Isaiah It’s not time to let (Holloway) and Brett records get the best (Pitts) have both played of Benjamin Russell’s fairly well, but Ben is a football team. three-year starter back With Helena having there. He’s just got a lot just one win under its more experience, and he belt, it’d be easy for the can get us in the right streaking Wildcats to get defense that we want to complacent in tonight’s be in, so it’s a big boost Class 6A Region 3 to have him back.” game. But according to Benjamin Russell Benjamin Russell coach has put a lot of focus Danny Horn, you can this week on secondary throw the records out the improvements. With some window. injuries in the secondary, “They’re the best 1-6 a few players were moved team in the state, I can around, and Horn said tell you that,” he said. their lack of experience “They’ve got some good might have contributed to football players and some of the lapses against they’re coached well. In Minor. this (region), you just “They learned from don’t get a break. Every their mistakes,” Horn week, you’re going to said. “In the secondary, it have to play to win, and takes time and there’s no if you don’t, you’re gonna substitute for experience, get beat. We’re going to but we’ve gotta do a have to play better than better job than we did last we did last week.” week. Our problem is our The biggest worry for eyes are in the backfield Horn seems to come in instead of on the receiver, the secondary, where and that’ll get you beat Benjamin Russell (6-1, every time.” 4-0) clearly struggled Defensively for the last week. Helena (1-6, Huskies, they run a 1-3) throws the ball quite similar 3-4 to Benjamin a bit, and Horn said his Russell, and they’ve Wildcats should expect at also struggled with some least 25 pass attempts. injuries this season. Horn Helena’s quarterback is said they may also have Lawson Peoples and some two key players back of his favorite targets are tonight as well. Dionte Tolbert and Justin Offensively, Stuckey. Benjamin Russell will “They run the spread, need to continue to but they also do a lot of take advantage of its RPOs,” Horn said. “Their opportunities. For what quarterback is quick and they lack in athleticism, fast, and he can throw the Wildcats make up for the ball. They’ve got it with heart and effort. good speed at receiver, Consistency has been a and their offensive line is problem for the BRHS big. Other coaches have offense, though. all said they have a good “We’re not going to offensive line, and after line up and score every watching them on film, I time, but we’ve got to be agree.” a little more consistent,” The good news for Horn said. “We’ve done a Benjamin Russell is it good job in the red zone, boasts one of the best but we haven’t been there defenses in the area, enough.” and it will see the return There’s also a lot riding of key linebackers on tonight’s game. If Ben Hendrix and Trey Benjamin Russell wins, it Gray. Having Hendrix secures either the No. 1 or back, especially, will 2 spot in the region and be important for the the right to host a firstWildcats this week, as he round playoff game. By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

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Horseshoe Bend’s Luke Yarbrough is brought down by Lanett’s Jaren Ross earlier this season.

everything we can.” Theoretically, Horseshoe Bend (2-5, 1-4) should be able to walk away with a victory tonight. Fayetteville stands at 1-6 (0-5) with its only win of the season coming in its

season opener against the winless Central Coosa Cougars. But Fayetteville was likewise a struggling team last year, and Horseshoe Bend came away with a narrow 7-0 victory. “Anything can

happen, you just never know,” Averett said. A lot of what Fayetteville does is try to match up well with its opponents. It’s had some offensive formations designed See GENERALS • Page 10

Reeltown knows what’s at stake vs. Vincent By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Because the Reeltown Rebels missed an opportunity to get a stranglehold on a Class 2A Region 5 playoff spot, it makes Friday night’s date with Vincent that much more important. Reeltown (3-4, 3-2) and the Yellow Jackets (5-2, 3-2) are currently tied for third place in the region with the top four teams advancing to the postseason. A win this week won’t necessarily seal the deal for the Rebels, but it’ll make their playoff dreams that much more of a reality. “We still control our own destiny, but we’ve gotta win out,” Reeltown coach Matt Johnson said. “These next two weeks are huge for us.” While Vincent may have been a pushover last season, that’s not the case this year. The Yellow Jackets finished last season 1-9 and were near the bottom of the region barrel, but now they’re fighting tooth and nail. File / The Outlook Much of Vincent’s success is in thanks to running back Christopher Hardie, who, Reeltown’s Landon Hunt (11) holds back Woodland’s Jordan Herring (7) See REBELS • Page 10 earlier this season.

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Coosa looking for positives down the stretch By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

With an 0-7 record and three really tough games to end the season, it’d be easy for Central Coosa’s football team to throw in the towel. But the Cougars aren’t giving up that easily. Although they’re likely staring down the barrel of a winless season — they face Montgomery Academy tonight, then Southside Selma and Childersburg to close out the season — they’ll be looking to end the year with some positive takeaways. “We’re making ourselves better and making sure we can go into the offseason with something to build off,” Central Coosa coach Shane Rary said. “We don’t want to go into the offseason focused on quitting; we want to find the things we did well and what we need to improve on.” It begins tonight against the Eagles, who are currently 6-1 and sitting atop the Class 3A Region 3 standings with a 4-0 record. Their only loss of the season came against Class 4A St. James. “They’re a pretty good team,” Rary said. “They run the wing-T, and a lot of defensive coaches will tell you that they all know

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Coosa’s Toney Davis (74) brings down B.B. Comer’s Jason McMillian during last week’s game.

how to stop the wing-T. But when somebody runs it as good as Montgomery Academy does, you can be right there to stop it and it’ll still be hard to stop. They do what they do really well.” In addition to running the wing-T, the Eagles also throw in some counters and play-action schemes to keep their opponents

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on their toes. Defensively, they run a 4-3, and although they don’t boast a lot of size, Rary said they’re extremely fast. “They know exactly what they need to do, and they get it done,” he said. Reginald Dixon is the top offensive lineman, according to Rary. He stands at 6-foot-2 and 310 pounds and is very quick off

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the ball. Offensively, Montgomery Academy is led by quarterback Daniel Lindsey and tailback Keefe White. Although Central Coosa suffered a loss last week against B.B. Comer, there were some positives. Toney Davis was moved to linebacker and had a strong

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for the run and some designed to spread the ball around more. While Averett said there weren’t any standouts on film for the Wolves, one thing they do well is get a slew of players involved. “They’re searching for anything and everything to work,” Averett said. “Same thing defensively, I think they’re just trying to match offenses.” Horseshoe Bend expects to see a 3-3 defense, but Fayetteville has also been known to run a four-man front this year. As for the Generals, they’ll obviously rely heavily on Trace Meadows, who, despite missing nearly two full games with an injury, is closing in on 1,000 rushing yards. But Horseshoe Bend needs to find

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Dadeville’s Jeff Rice puts up a pass against Tallassee earlier this season.

Defensively, White said Handley’s front seven will be one of the best Dadeville plays all season long, and lineman Dommon Morgan is one to watch. “He gets to the football, and when he comes, he comes mad,” White said. For Dadeville, Kadore Glenn and Qua Tucker will obviously carry the load. The pair have combined for the majority of the Tigers’ offense this season, and last week, they combined for 275 rushing yards and three touchdowns. On the line, Dadeville is struggling with a pair of key injuries. Max McClendon, who starts both ways, suffered a season-ending injury against Tallassee and D.J. Foster will miss this

week’s game. White is hopeful for the return of Jalen Sullivan, a two-way starter who missed last week’s game due to a strained MCL. At this point, Dadeville is going to need as many people on board as possible if it hopes to walk away a winner against Handley. “It’s going to have to be a total team effort from us, and I’m talking about from the coaches all the way down to the managers,” White said. “It’s one of those things where you’re walking into a hornets’ nest. They’ll be fired up; it’ll be Senior Night, so the kids are going to wanting to play better. They know their playoff hopes are over, so now they’re playing for a win and for pride.”

Rebels as just a junior, stands at 6-foot-1, 240 pounds. He racked up a staggering 355 yards on just 31 carries last week in the Yellow Jackets’ win over Horseshoe Bend, and he scored three touchdowns. “He’s a really big kid and it’s hard to tell how fast he is because he’s so big,” Johnson said. “You don’t know if people are just not wanting to hit him or if he’s out-running folks, but man, is he a great back.” Vincent also boasts a strong quarterback in Dusty Davis, who is mobile on his feet and has several targets to pass to. The Yellow Jackets have also been known to run Kaleb Wilson out of the Wildcat formation, so their offense will certainly keep Reeltown on its toes. “Vincent, holy cow, hats off to their coach (Wiley McKeller),”

performance. Josean McKinney, who just joined the team in Week 4, had a bit of a breakout game, gaining 59 yards on five carries. Quarterback Jamichael Chambliss racked up 86 yards on 12 carries, and would’ve had more to that total if it weren’t for two costly penalties that called back long runs. “Jamichael did much better,” Rary said. “He’s not going to beat anybody throwing the ball, and he knows that, but he’s a leader. His leadership helped our offense get a spark going in the second half, and even helped our defense make some of the positive things they did in the game. We just need more of him.” This week, the Cougars are going to need everyone to be firing on all cylinders if they hope to keep this game close. “We’re focused on doing our job,” Rary said. “If we get beat, it’s going to be because they’re better than us. We want to make sure we’re not getting beat because we’re doing stupid things. Planning to play against a wing-T team, you have to just do your job. You can’t let your eyes fool you; we gotta make sure we are where we need to be to stop the couple things we know are coming. That’s the biggest thing we’re focusing on.”

a way to get its passing game going in order to complement Meadows. Quarterback Cade Worthy finished just 6-for-16 a week ago, but a handful of dropped passes could’ve made a big difference. “It happens; we just lose a little focus here or there,” Averett said. “We had one that was wide open that would’ve been a touchdown, and a couple more over the middle. I’m sure it’s frustrating for Cade, but nobody’s perfect.” The injury bug bit Horseshoe Bend again last week, as one of its top defenders, Nalijah Heard, was taken out on a stretcher. Heard was released from the hospital Friday night after being diagnosed with a concussion. His status for tonight’s game was not known as of Tuesday.

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Johnson said. “They went from 1-9 to 5-2 and one of the best teams in our region. He has turned it around, and they are a totally different team. They have an identity. They know exactly what to do offensively and they’re going to do it. Defensively, it’s the exact same.” But after Johnson’s played on the defensive front line last week against LaFayette, he should be feeling good about his Rebels. Reeltown played the Bulldogs in a 4-1 box, and Johnson said Leo Lewis, Chandler Gray, Rajerrian Wright, Nelson Whaley and Kyle Nelson all had strong performances. “Up front, Leo especially had a fantastic game, and that’s where it started,” Johnson said. “We just kinda invited them to run on our four

guys in the middle, and they did a fantastic job. All of those guys did a great job in the middle.” Defensively, Vincent plays a 3-stack, and Hardie is also a standout defensive lineman. At linebacker, Jeremiah Youngblood will also be one to look out for. Although there’s quite a bit of pressure on Reeltown’s shoulders in a game like this, Johnson said he thinks the Rebels will handle it well because it’s building every week. “You try to instill in the kids that every single week is important, just like every single day,” Johnson said. “That way, when you do get into this situation, it’s just as important as any of them. Now we just gotta get in there and take care of business and let the chips fall where they may.”

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