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City piles up accounting fees Outside firms have already been paid $160,279 in 2016 with much more likely to come By MITCH SNEED Editor
Alexander City paid two accounting firms $160,279 for work performed through June to review the city’s finances due to theft allegations, missing funds, a backlog in audits and financial statements that had not been reconciled. While the amount is substantial, that total does not include any work performed by the Birmingham-based firm of Carr, Riggs and Ingram or Opelika-
based Brantley, Boucher & Farr for the last three months where two years of audits and back reconciliations have been active with staff on the premises virtually every day. The Outlook learned of the expenses incurred by the city after filing a request for information under the Alabama Open Records law. City Council President Jim Spann said he was not aware of that total amount, but said that the work is absolutely necessary to get the city’s finances current
and back on schedule before the new council is sworn in. “That is a lot of money and it’s a shame that it has gotten to that point,” Spann said. “If these numbers are just through June, I am certain before they are done it will be substantially higher,” Spann said. “When you start dealing with tax issues and the IRS and being behind on audits and trying to catch up, those numbers add up very quickly.” Spann said he is unaware of how the city got behind on audits, but the delay
City school board adopts $32.8 million FY17 budget
Liquor license denied for store in Wall Street Community By MITCH SNEED Editor
The Alexander City Board of Education adopted a budget of $32.8 million for fiscal year 2017 at a specially called meeting of the board Monday morning at the Board offices on Lee Street. The board also approved the hiring of Nick Davis, a Dadeville native, as a new assistant principal at Benjamin Russell High School. Davis comes to Benjamin Russell from his position as assistant principal at Wetumpka High School. The board’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year represents a 1.57 percent increase from the current fiscal year’s budget of $32.3 million. In addition, Rhonda Blythe, chief financial officer for the board, said that it reflects $581,152 more in revenue than in expenditures. “We’re very pleased with the budget,” said Darrell Cooper, superintendent of Alexander City Schools. “We’re like school systems throughout the state in See BUDGET • Page 3
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Above, James Hornady, left, and Lloyd Lancaster of the Alexander City Fire Department serve themselves barbecue at the annual first responder luncheon hosted by USAmeriBank Monday. Below, Officer Brian Ray and Det. George Long of the Alexander City Police Department partake in the special meal Monday.
A BIG THANK YOU USAmeriBank honors area’s first responders By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer
On the heels of the 15th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks, employees at USAmeriBank in Alexander City hosted a luncheon honoring area first responders. “This is just a small token of appreciation for what you do for us everyday,” USAmeriBank’s Mark Spencer said. “Thank you for protecting us and keeping us safe.” For 10 years the employees have been hosting the luncheon. This year, Sho’nuff Barbecue was on the menu but it was the desserts that took the cake. See THANKS • Page 3
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Alexander City Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ed Collari gave the Tallapoosa County Commissioners an update Monday on the business incubator planned for the former processing center at USAmeriBank on Highway 280. Collari said the center that has been dubbed The Lake Martin Innovation Center and will serve as hub for aspiring new businesses, be a new home for the Chamber and will offer a space with lightning fast Internet speeds can be used by business people on a temporary basis. “It will serve as the new home for the Chamber, but we only have four people,” Collari told the commissioners. “The remainder of the space will be used to generate an economic impact by providing a home for aspiring or budding entrepreneurs and new businesses.” Collari said that the building already has the technological infrastructure to make it a ideal spot for business people looking for a space to work. “One of the most significant aspects of the facility is that it already has fiber pulled throughout,” Collari said. “Our goal is to have a Gig in and a Gig out and to use it as an Internet cafe for business people for lack of a better term, See COMMISSIONERS• Page 9
Central Alabama Red Cross efforts reach far beyond blood drives EDITOR’S NOTE: The United Way of the Lake Martin Area partners with 27 agencies that serve the local area in a variety of important ways. Each year, United Way holds a major fundraising campaign to raise money that is disbursed among those agencies. For the next several weeks, The Outlook will briefly profile each of those 27 agencies, beginning today with the Red Cross of Central Alabama.
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in having accurate and current financial information impacts the city adversely on several fronts. He said bond ratings suffer and that budgeting is difficult if not impossible when the numbers for the most recent completed fiscal year aren’t available. “I’m not sure how we got behind,” Spann said. “I suspect it’s when we went from one firm to another a number of years ago. That caused a delay of a few
Who is the American Red Cross of Central Alabama? Through a network of volunteers and donors, the American Red Cross works to prevent and alleviate human suffering in times of emer-
Local resident warns of sweepstakes scam gency and disaster. It is most widely known for its blood services, but its efforts reach far beyond its blood drives. What programs and services does Red Cross provide the citizens of Central Alabama? The American Red Cross offers a wide range of programs, services and educational opportunities that help individuals, families and communities prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. These include: • Disaster services: The Red Cross provides shelter, warm meals, clothing, emotional support and hope to those affected by a variety of disasters. • Health and safety classes: The Red Cross See RED CROSS • Page 3
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They are at it again. It seems almost weekly another scam is making the rounds. This time Alexander City’s Nona Patterson did not fall for their ways. “They said they were calling from Publisher’s Clearinghouse,” Patterson said. “They said that I had won $2,5 million and a Mercedes Benz.” It was then the caller made a request that set off the bells for Patterson. See SCAM • Page 3
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Franklin Roosevelt Evans Franklin Roosevelt Evans, born in Wetumpka, AL on July 12, 1933, passed away at the age of 83 on Saturday, September 10, 2016. He graduated from Benjamin Russell High School in Alex City and later worked as a Commercial Artist. Mr. Evans was a Southern Baptist, a member of Alabama Republican Party, and a founder of the Alabama James Gang. He was preceded in death by his parents, Evie Cousins Evans, and Thomas William Evans. Survivors include his children, Frank and Charlotte Evans, Jeff and Darleen Evans, Tom and Cheryl Evans, Tim and Teri Evans, all of Montgomery; 11
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is happy with the way things are. He refuses to spend money on a party and says, “If we ever have one, it will be when we are rich, stable, and able to afford it by ourselves.” (My parents are more than willing to pay!) I feel like a lifelong dream was taken away from me. Your thoughts? -- MISSING OUT IN VIRGINIA DEAR MISSING OUT: My thoughts are you have a stellar husband AND your visa problem is solved. I’d say you have done quite well. If your husband prefers to postpone the fancy celebration until you are more financially stable and foot the bill himself, you should respect him for it. I know I do. 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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and marriage counseling won’t fix the dysfunction in your relationship, then the logical next step would be an amicable separation or divorce.
DEAR ABBY: Is it possible that people can just fall out of love with each other? We have been married for 21 years and have three kids who are older. Over the last five years, my wife and I have stopped communicating. We don’t do anything together and have little desire to be with each other anymore. We are good parents, but as far as being husband and wife, we have pretty much neglected each other emotionally and physically. Neither of us has strayed. We haven’t been to a marriage counselor because I just don’t love my wife anymore, and I’m not saying this to be mean. It’s just how I feel. We have failed each other miserably as husband and wife, and she deserves better. She has been a great mom to our three kids, and I would never take that away from her. Can people stay in a love-
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grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brother, Rudolph Evans of Alex City, AL; sister, Frances Evans Whetstone of Sylacauga Alabama. Visitation will be held from 5-7:00 PM, Monday, September 12, 2016 at Leak Memory Chapel. The funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at the funeral home. The burial will be at Hillview Memorial Park, Alexander City, AL. Leak Memory Chapel is directing. Pallbearers will be Marc Evans, Jeffrey Evans, John Michael Evans, Shane Watson, Gene Watson, and William Evans. Honorary pallbearers will be Benjamin Evans and Cody Watson. Online condolences may be made at www.leak-mc.com.
Funeral Service for Mrs. Jimmie Lou Peacock, 83, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Clay Thomas, Michael Peacock, and Dr. Jeffrey Fuller will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 12, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Peacock passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Grandview Medical Center. She was born on October 7, 1932 in Birmingham, Alabama to Floyd Meadows and Cecil Irene Meadows. She was an active member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Mrs. Peacock was a model pastor’s wife as she supported her husband, Rev. Bennie Peacock, in the ministry. She was an avid reader of Christian fiction. She loved her family dearly. Mrs. Peacock worked as the first bookkeeper at
Horseshoe Bend School and loved her job, coworkers, and students. She loved her Lord most of all. She is survived by her daughters, Ann P. Thomas (Terry) and Gail P Barker both of Alexander City; son, Michael F. Peacock (Dana) of Columbus, GA; grandchildren, Clay Thomas (Amanda), Betsy Carlisle (Drew), Ashley Barker, Micah Barker, Brooks Peacock, and Bryn Peacock; greatgrandchildren, Adalyn and Cason Thomas and Kylie Ann and Camden Carlisle; brothers, Bill Meadows of Jacksonville, FL and Pete Meadows of Birmingham. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Rev. Bennie Y. Peacock. The family will accept flowers or memorial contributions may be made to Save-A-Life 11 LaFayette St., Alexander City, AL 35010. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome. com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Hazel L. Lyle 1928 - 2016 Funeral service for Mrs. Hazel L. Lyle, 88, of Alexander City, will be Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Dr. Wayne Wright will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home.
Mrs. Lyle passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2016 at Russell Medical Center. She was born on May 3, 1928 in Alexander City, Alabama to J.M. Yarbrough and Minnie D. Floyd Yarbrough. Mrs. Lyle was a LPN and worked for 20+ years at Russell Medical Center. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She enjoyed tending to her flowers, cooking, sewing and quilting. She also enjoyed watching hummingbirds feed from her feeders. Mrs. Lyle loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time
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Mrs. Orlis Adelaide Prickett 1929 - 2016 Funeral Service for Mrs. Orlis Adelaide Prickett, 86, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Bro. Dale Barker and Bro. Terry Futral will officiate. Burial will follow in the Liberty Holiness Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 12, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home. Mrs. Prickett passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2016 at Chapman Healthcare Center. She was born on September 23, 1929 in Talladega County, Alabama to Leon Theodore Williamson and Dollie Lee Williamson. She was an active member of The Alexander City Holiness Church. Mrs. Prickett enjoyed baking cakes and canning for her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Prickett Peavy of Alexander City; grandchildren, Valerie
Maron (Paul), Nancy Becht (Kurt) , Johnathan Peavy (Becky), Benjamin Futral; great-grandchildren, Ellison Becht, Dison Becht; son-inlaw, Tommy Futral; sisters, Faye Knowles, Rachel Baker, Dorothy Rainwater, Joyce Perdo (Ron) and Linda Railey (Wayne). She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Lloyd Prickett; daughter, Susan Prickett Futral; parents; brothers, Charles Williamson, Bob Williamson and sister Ruth Futral. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Alexander City True Holiness Church, 754 Brown Terrace, Alexander City, AL 35010; Hillabee Baptist Church, 1781 Hialeah Circle, Alexander City, Al, 35010 or to the Alexander City Methodist Church, 1020 11th Avenue, Alexander City, Al 35010. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome. com. Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, Jerry Wayne Lyle (Irene) of Alexander City, William Michael Lyle of Alexander City, and Ronnie Dale Lyle (Nancy) of Foley; grandchildren, Kelly Moreland (Jason), Chris Lyle (Kristen) and Patrick Lyle (Megan); eight great grandchildren; and brother, Charles Yarbrough of Alexander City. She was preceded in death by her parents and
husband, Truman Lyle. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 96280, Washington, DC 20077 or to Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 6577 AL Hwy 63, Alexander City, AL 35010. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com.
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music and playing the guitar. He is survived by his wife, Maryann Doherty of Southern New Jersey; stepsons, Dennis M. Petersen of New Jersey, Jeffrey R. Petersen of New Jersey; grandsons, Alexander A. Petersen, Spencer J. Petersen; mother, June Doherty; brothers, Dennis and Scott Doherty. He was preceded in death by his father, Norman Doherty. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Lake Martin Humane Society, P O Box 634, Alexander City, AL 35010. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.radneyfuneralhome. com.
Colleagues and friends of Russell Medical Center are invited to attend a private memorial service for Dr. Norman J. Doherty on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Pastor Scott Jordan will officiate. Dr. Doherty passed away on Friday, September 9, 2016 at Grandview Medical Center. He was born on October 24, 1949 in Abbington, Pennsylvania to Norman Doherty and June Doherty. Dr. Doherty was in private practice in Alexander City as a General and Peripheral Vascular Surgeon for 16 years. He enjoyed fishing and sports as well as
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Billing months but it appears that with each passing year that gap grew and grew. “The bottom line is that no one was keeping up with it the way they were supposed to and now we are in a mess.” Records obtained show that the annual work by outside accounting firms from 2011 to 2015 ranged from about $78,000 to $140,000, depending on the scope of the work. At the current rate, the billing for CRI, the primary auditor for 2014 and 2015,
continued from page 1 and Brantley, Boucher & Farr, the firm tasked with handling reconciliations of the city’s bank accounts, could reach upwards of $400,000. While audit fees are a way of life for any city government, the extras such as an investigation of possible theft of golf course funds, a $1.5 million discrepancy between the city’s books and bank records, sorting out issues with non-payment of payroll taxes and handling two years work of reconcilia-
tions, are not normal for most cities. Spann said as much as seeing the numbers add up hurts, it has to be done. “We have to get current and know where we are before we can move forward,” Spann said. “Then the key is to make sure that no one, and I mean no one, ever lets this happen again.” Messages left for Mayor Charles Shaw at his office and home were not returned as of 3 p.m. Monday afternoon.
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some flooring issues, buying classroom furniture and playground equipment and other necessary things.” Davis spent six years at Wetumpka High School and one year at Millbrook’s Stanhope Elmore High School before accepting the Benjamin Russell position. He holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary social science and master’s and education specialist degrees in education leadership, all from Auburn University. He is currently working on his doctorate in education leadership at Auburn. In other action, the board approved the financing of five buses through River Bank & Trust at an interest rate of 2.49 percent plus legal fees of $899. The total cost of the five buses will be $515,878.
Red Cross offers training in first aid, CPR/AED, swimming and water safety, care giving and more. • Volunteer services: The Red Cross offers those with a desire to volunteer opportunities that include training to respond to disasters, supporting a blood drive, delivering messages to members of our military and more. • Blood services: Every day, the Red Cross collects blood from donors who help ensure a safe supply of blood when it’s needed. • Project SHARE: Through this program, the Red Cross provides emergency energy assistance to elderly and disabled
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“They asked me to send them $1,154.79 in certified funds,” Patterson said. “They wanted me to mail it to a Mobile address.” At that point, Patterson made a trip to theAlexander City Police Department to file a report. “While I was there, he called again,” Patterson said. “I just handed the phone to the officer.” According to many websites, here are some of the signs of a scam. • Requirement of immediate action • Emphasis of the need for secrecy
Budget that this is probably our best budget year since 2008 and, of course, that reflects an increased allocation from the legislature this year over the several previous years. We got more funding from the legislature in both instructional support and OCE (other current expenses). “We’re excited that our 2017 budget projects a reserve of 2.91 months at year’s end and our goal in our strategic plan is a reserve of three months at the end of 2020. We have a good, healthy reserve.” Cooper added that the money from the new local sales tax is also affording the system to take care of some needs. “We’re using our new local tax money to buy five new buses outright (not financed) and to do a lot of other things in the schools like refurbishing restrooms, taking care of
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Request for proposals on the purchase of the buses were sent to four banks – Regions Bank, River Bank, USAmeriBank and Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo did not submit a bid. The Regions proposal came in at a lower interest rate than River Bank at 2.3 percent, but included legal fees that pushed the total bid to more than $517,533. USAmeriBank’s bid at 2.7 percent plus legal fees totaled $526,259. The board also approved eight personnel moves – two new hires (Davis and a school nurse), five transfers (two teachers and three teacher’s aides moving as a result of the combination of special needs units at Jim Pearson and Stephens elementary schools, currently operating at Stephens) and one contract (for a certified substitute filling in for an
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Alabamians in peak winter and summer months. What are the Red Cross’ hours? The office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the Red Cross may serve people throughout Central Alabama anytime, anywhere, depending on need. What area does the Central Alabama Red Cross serve? Red Cross of Central Alabama provides programs and services to the citizens in Autauga, Bullock, Chilton, Clay, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon, Montgomery, Perry, Tallapoosa and Wilcox counties. Why does the Red Cross do what it
does and why should I get involved? “The Central Alabama Red Cross is there for our neighbors in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year offering a hand up in times of emergency,” said Kelly Hodges, executive director of the Central Alabama Red Cross. “We were established by volunteers, we are maintained by volunteers and we are volunteerdriven. Finally, without the generous donations of people like those who give through the United Way of the Lake Martin Area we would not be able to be there when people are in their greatest times of need.”
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employee on long-term leave). Finally, after a brief discussion of the timing of the request the board approved out-of-state travel for the Benjamin Russell ROTC program to attend the Gator Games in Pensacola, Florida on Sept 16-17 at Gautier High School. The board usually requires any requests for out-of-state travel at least two weeks prior to the trip. Board member Michael Ransaw questioned the lateness of the request, which Cooper attributed to an oversight. Board member Dorothea Walker also expressed concern about the lack of notice. “I don’t have an issue with them going, but they do need to be a little more timely,” Walker said.
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hree separate elderly Alexander City women say that they received calls saying they had won a sweepstakes and all they had to do was send them some personal information and several hundred dollars and millions and a car would be coming their way. Attorney General Luther Strange said hundreds of Alabama residents have been the target a new telephone scam in which scam artists using a faked caller ID claim to be from the Attorney General’s Office seeking payment for an old debt or bad check. Two Alexander City residents reported getting emails in the last two weeks saying that unless they verified their name, address, social security number and bank account information, that the IRS would have no choice to swear out a warrant for their arrest. They all sound official and in some cases they even back up their phishing expedition with slick looking mailers and follow up calls from numbers that come complete with realistic-looking caller ID tags. But in reality they are all scams designed to separate you from your hard-earned money. State and local authorities say there are some simple things to remember to avoid falling victim to these predators. Some other simple rules are: •Never pay for anything you supposedly won. •Never fall prey to offers that try to pressure you to act quickly and fail to give you adequate documentation. • Watch out for callers or offers that emphasize the need for secrecy. • Beware of any requirement of money up front. • Verify all offers or demands by insisting on information in writing and check all numbers by any means possible. • Always question any offer or call that has the requirement of hard to track payment method, like cashier’s check or wired money. • Never supply your personal or back account information to people you don’t know, especially over the phone. Be smart and protect yourself from scammers. There is no end to the ways that they come up with to make you a victim.
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FL quarterback Colin Kaepernick said, “I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses Black people and people of color. To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. There are bodies in the street…This is not something that I am going to run by anybody. I am not looking for approval. I have to stand up for people that are oppressed...…I know that I stood up for what is right.” First, he has more “I” in what he says than an Obama speech about someone else. Beyond that, this pampered athlete certainly has the right to make a statement which has no factual basis. He can say stupid and hypocritical things; it’s every American’s right to be an idiot. And it’s my right to make fun of him. With his whole body tattooed almost all the way up to his neck, you know this Kaepernick guy makes good decisions. His latest rant might trigger the NFL concussion protocol. He has been fined for using the “N” word against an opponent and then lying about it. Tapes proved he lied and he was fined by the NFL. He was accused by a woman of abuse that sent her to the hospital. So he is a racist, a liar and he abuses women. But let’s hear him out on this one as he lectures us on the oppressive conditions in America while wearing a Fidel Castro T-shirt. Apparently, they do not teach history well at the University of Nevada-Reno. It is estimated that Castro killed 15,000 and up to 33,000 people during his self-proclaimed reign as Communist Dictator of Cuba.
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Again, Kaepernick honored Castro, while lecturing us on oppression. The now 85-year-old Castro oppressed and killed his own people. He ravaged Cuba’s economy and stole (his net worth is around $1 billion) before retiring to spend more time oppressing his family. Just imagine how much Castro would be worth if he were not a “share the wealth” communist. Out of habit, the New York Yankees signed him to a five-year contract. Both “Hand Up, Don’t Shoot” and Black Lives Matters are founded on a lie. Michael Brown didn’t have his hands up in Ferguson. As to Kaepernick’s anti-cop (pro-Black Lives Matter) assertion that blacks are being shot by cops at alarming rates, the facts prove him wrong. In her new book “The War on Cops: How the New Attack on Law and Order Makes Everyone Less Safe,” Heather MacDonald cites simple FBI crime statistics that disprove the lie on which Black Lives Matter is based. First, black and Hispanic cops are far more likely — 3.3 times — than a white cop to shoot an unarmed black suspect. While they are only 6 percent of the population, black males make up 40 percent of all cop killers. Thus, she determines that a Police Officer is 18.5 times more likely to be killed by a black male than an unarmed black male is likely to be
killed by a cop. Kaepernick on that for a moment. Blacks commit homicide at a rate eight times higher than whites and Hispanics combined. Blacks are 13 percent of the population but commit 52 percent of all murders. This puts them into more tense and more regular contact with police. That’s the issue Kaepernick should speak out about, but that won’t endear him to the media. The media love Kaepernick’s faux protest but ridiculed the Christian values of Tim Tebow. Now Tebow has a baseball deal with the Mets – not bad for a guy who has never gotten to third base. Of course this is about race, so Obama had to fan the fires. “I’d rather have young people who are engaged in the argument…. than people who are just sitting on the sidelines…” Obama said. Kaepernick is sitting on the sideline and arguing, so he is doing both. I have had it with dopes like Kaepernick and with the Black Lives Matter rabble rousers who had the audacity to protest at my man Elvis’ place, Graceland, in August. Elvis sang gospel and blues, wore bling, bought Cadillacs, when he got rich he took care of his mom, died of a drug overdose, and his daughter married Michael Jackson. Good Lord, people, leave The King alone. Has any white man met you halfway more than Elvis? Ron Hart is a syndicated op-ed humorist, award winning author and TV/radio commentator, you can reach him at Ron@RonaldHart. com, Twitter @RonaldHart or visit RonaldHart.com
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Title 36, Chapter 10 Patriotic Customs ss171. National anthem; star-spangled banner conduct during playing. During rendition of the National Anthem when flag is displayed, all present except those in uniform should stand at attention facing the flag with the right hand over the heart. Men not in uniform should remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand
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Reader pens open letter to National Football League Mr. CEO, Mr. President of the NFL, Mr. CFO, Mr. VP of Player Operations, Mr. Director of Football Complex, Mr. Custodian, Your show – and I do mean show – that you perform on Sundays is getting a little disgusting when you allow the people that make you all that revenue talk and act the way the do! You need to step up your game and take control now because the way true Americans see it, you have sat on either your hands or your poste-
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Amy and Matthew Shurum, center, cut the ribbon on Amy’s Attic and Thrift Store Friday in Dadeville. The Shurums were joined by members of the Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce.
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LIBRARY CARD: The Adelia M. Russell Library and Mamie’s Place are taking part in Library Card Sign Up Month all Sept. Just bring two forms of identification with your address.
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: The Air War College’s Dr. Mark Conversino will speak to Horizons Unlimited Sept. 19 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Office.
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CHURCH REVIVAL: Sandy Creek Baptist Church is hosting a revival Sept. 12 and 113 at 6:30 p.m. Pastor Craig Guy has invited Rev. Phillip Winningham as guest speaker. Gail and Donnie Douglas will provide special music. All are welcome.
September 12-16
CHURCH REVIVAL: House of Prayer Apostolic Church of Promise on North Central Avenue is hosting a Holy Ghost Fire Revival Sept. 12-16 at 7 p.m. nightly. Everyone is welcome.
September 14-16
CHURCH REVIVAL: GAP Fellowship Church at 721 Robinson Court is hosting a revival Sept. 14-16 at 7 p.m.
September 15-18
PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY: The Greater Temple of God Ministries is celebrating its 40th Anniversary Bishop L. W. and Elect Lady Hazel Miles Sept. 15 and Sept 16 at 6:30 p.m. and Sept. 18 at 3 p.m.
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RIVER KIDS: The Tallapoosa County Extension Service and River Kids are hosting a float trip on the Tallapoosa River from Horseshoe Bend to Jay Bird Creek Sept. 17 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Only twenty spots are available. Children must be at least 12 years of age and participated in Kayak Kamp. For more information or to register contact the Tallapoosa County Extension Office at 256-8261050. Registration deadline is Sept. 9. TRADE DAY: The Bibb Graves Aluni and Friends Association is hosting a trade day from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Booths are $10. YOUTH EXPLOSION: Hatchett Springs Youth Ministry is hosting No Limits Youth Explosion 2016 Saturday, Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. with special guest D Hal.
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SACRED HARP SINGING: Smyrna Baptist Church in Goodwater is hosting its annual Sacred Harp singing Sunday, Sept. 18 starting at 10 a.m. Bring a covered dish for lunch and more singing in the afternoon. For more information call Jack Nelson at 256-839-5344 or William Futral at 256-839-6670. CHURCH HOMECOMING: The annual homecoming at Shiloh Church will be Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. Shiloh Church is on Coosa County Road 42. Mr. Joel Graham will be playing and singing and Mr. Seth Gowan will speak. Lunch will be spread under the old trees with lots of time to visit. If you are interested in the church and its upkeep, any donations can be sent to Herbert Traylor 40 AL Highway 259, Equality, AL 36026. TRUTH TEAM: The Horseshoe Bend High School TRUTH Team will be at Calvary Heights Baptist Church on Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. There will be a fellowship afterwards in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome. CHOIR DAY: Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Wadley is hosting its annual choir day Sunday, Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Justin Freeman of Canaan Baptist Church. Everyone is invited.
September 19
MEETING: The Artist Association of Central Alabama will meet Sept. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church.
September 22
STORY TELLER: Delores Hydock, actress and storyteller, will present ‘Soldiers in Greasepaint: USO Camp Show Entertainers from World War II’ at Red Ridge Methodist Church (corner of Hwy 49 and 34) Sept. 22 at 11:30 a.m. Friends of the Dadeville Public Library will host this fun presentation by Delores, and she will tell us that it was bigger than Bob Hope! From Utah to the Philippines, from wrestlers and tap dancers to the biggest names in show business, from 16,000 servicemen in a southern France amphitheater to 20 GI’s in jeeps, USO camps were part of an inspiring story of volunteerism, patriotism and service. She shares with us her stories, pictures and video excerpts of some of the 7000 camp performers who brought music and laughs to US servicemen far from home during WW II. Call 256-8257820 for more information.
September 23
SPAGHETTI DINNER: The Bibb Graves Alumni and Friends is hosting a spaghetti dinner Sept. 23 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the Billy Morgan Band. All proceeds go to the restoration of the school.
September 24
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: The Artist Association of Central Alabama is hosting a watercolor workshop Sept. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wine Emporium. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. The class is limited to 12 prepaid students. The workshop will cover birch trees in a snow scene. You can register at Wine Emporium or by calling Dottie Holdren at 256-377-4918. HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE: The Tallapoosa County Hunter Education Course before the 20162017 hunting season will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24 at the Hackneyville Community Center at 9461 Highway 63 North. The course will start at 7:30 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. Hunting laws and regulations, hunter ethics and responsibility, firearms safety and handling, wildlife management, first aid, and survival will be covered during the morning classroom session. Hands on training for rifle, shotgun, muzzleloader, and archery, tree stand safety and a blood trailing exercise will be conducted during the afternoon session. The state of Alabama requires anyone born after August 1, 1977 have the course before buying a hunting license for the first time. Youngsters under sixteen must be accompanied by an adult or in a group with transportation. Hunter education courses are free and meet requirements for purchasing a hunting license anywhere in the U.S. Mexico, Canada and most of Europe. To register for the course go to outdooralabama.com/hunting/education or for more information call Jerry Brown at (256) 839-5154. WOMEN AND MEN CONFERENCE: Peace and Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Women and Men Conference Sept. 24 Registration is $5 and starts at 9 a.m. with the conference starting at 9:30 a.m. Guest speakers are Rev. Anthony Clark and Sister Shahita
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September 25
SINGING AND PREACHING: Kendrick Baptist Church is hosting a singing and preaching with The Dyes at Sept. 25 at 10:30 a.m. There will be a covered dish luncheon to follow.
September 26
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Mollie Smith Waters will present “Disobedient Women Angelina Grimke, Virginia Foster Durr and the Pursuit of Equality,” Horizons Unlimited Sept. 26 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Office.
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CHURCH HOMECOMING: Comer United Methodist Church will host a homecoming celebration Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. Spoken for Trio will be providing the special music and Rev. Steve Dunton will preach. A covered dish lunch will be served after the service. All visitors and former members are welcome.
October 3
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. I. William Ferniany will present “History of the University of Alabama Birmingham Health System and It’s Future,” to Horizons Unlimited Oct. 3 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Office.
October 8
OKTOBERFEST: The Alexander City Parks and Recreation Department’s 36th Annual Oktoberfest is Oct. 8 There will be entertainment, food, Kidfest, vendors, custom car and truck show and a run/walk.
October 10
HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Elnora Spencer will present musical jazz to Horizons Unlimited Oct. 10 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The Wine Emporium.
October 11
AUTHOR DISCUSSION: Peggy Wall, author of ‘Alabama Gold, a History of the South’s Last Mother Lode’, will visit the Dadeville Public Library Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 2 p.m., to discuss her book and sign copies that will be available for sale. The book covers gold mining in Tallapoosa County during an entire century, beginning in the 1830’s and ending in the late 1930’s. She has included research about Gold Mountain, the Devil’s Backbone, Eagle Creek, Goldville and Hog Mountain. Ms. Wall interviewed miners from the 1930’s and they also told her stories of the experiences of their parents who had been miners in the early 1900’s. The Friends of the Library will sponsor this event in the basement of the library at 205 North West St. Call 256-8257820.
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HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Frye Gaillard will present “Biography of President Jimmy Carter and the story based on oral history of a family of runaway slaves,” to Horizons Unlimited Oct. 17 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education Office.
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Who Was Johnny Appleseed? John Chapman was born on September 26, 1774, in Leominster, Massachusetts. He was a nurseryman, primarily in the cultivation of apple trees, which earned him the nickname, Johnny Appleseed. Little is known about his childhood, except that his Father was a soldier in the Revolutionary War, and he and his sister went to live with relatives after his Mother died from tuberculosis. At the age of 18, he left for the new frontier out West, taking with him many apple seeds that he had collected after they were discarded by the cider mills in Pennsylvania. He ended up establishing himself in the then wildernesses of Ohio and Indiana. Appleseed planted many nurseries full of apple trees. He preferred a covered nursery to an outdoor orchard because it offered the seedlings more protection from animals. After growing the trees, he would sell them or give them away to the pioneers on their way out west. He was very generous and would often take payment for the trees by way of used clothing or food. Sometimes he did not even expect payment at all. He rarely wore shoes and lived a simple lifestyle, never taking more than he needed. His strange attire, the worst of the used clothing or even burlap sacks, was noted in many records. This is what led to the legends of his wearing a tin saucepan on his head as a hat, although it is unlikely that was really what he wore. Johnny Appleseed never settled down in one place. He roamed the Country tending to his various nurseries. Although he spent most of his life in the woods and forests, he was never once harmed by any animals. Folklore says that he even spent the night at the opposite end of a hollowed out WUHH ZLWK D PRWKHU EHDU DQG KHU FXEV GXULQJ D VQRZVWRUP KH FKRVH QRW WR OLJKW D ¿UH VR WKDW KH ZRXOG QRW harm or scare away the animals. Appleseed was also famous for his love for horses. He would often rehabilitate old, broken-down horses and then give them away for free to good homes. When Appleseed was not cultivating, he was often working to help others. Johnny Appleseed died near Fort Wayne, Indiana, in 1845, but his legacy lives on. You may have eaten an apple that was a descendant from one of his trees!
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Eclectic 17-year-old charged with Sunday shooting of his parents Sheriff Bill Franklin says former Eclectic Mayor Mike Holton killed, wife on life support By COREY ARWOOD Staff Writer
Officials from the Elmore County Sheriff’s Office say new evidence from a pathology report points to the 17-year-old son in the shooting death of his father and critical wounding of his mother. According to authorities, the victims were former Eclectic Mayor Mike Holton and his wife April. “Mr. Holton did not have a self-inflicted gunshot wound, it is apparent that he was shot close Holton contact but in the back of his head, not self inflicted, the only other person in the house that has means is the 17-year-old,” said Sheriff Bill Franklin. He said the ECSO investigators did not
Commissioners be a place for people passing through or people who have places at the lake can come to work and use as an occasional base of operation.” Collari said he is asking for $60,000 from commissioners and the same amount from the city council in Alexander City to serve as matches required by grants that the project hopes to receive. Collari said that within a few years, he sees the center actually being self-sufficient in not profit generating. The commissioner seemed excited about the potential and plan to take a tour of the facility in the near future. The commissioners considered a transfer of a liquor license for a store in the Wall Street community. The license would have transferred the license from one person to another for off premises retail beer and wine, lounge retail liquor and a Class two package license. “It’s my understanding that this is a transfer,” Commission Chairman John McKelvey said. “I believe this is the same one that the sheriff had some issues with in the past.” District 5 Commissioner George Carleton said that those past issues at the store has prompted residents to start a petition, with more than 200 people in the area opposing the renewal of the license. Following that explanation, the commissioners voted 5-0 to deny the license transfer. Also Monday the commissioners took the next step toward the building of a new Department of Human Resources building. With a 5-0 vote, a Public Building Authority was forced. Members of the authority will be County Administrator Blake Beck, Faye Edmondson and Sharon Gaither. After an executive session to discuss and econom-
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feel comfortable with the entry and exit wounds sustained by Mr. Holton and his wife April Holton, both 37. Jesse Madison Holton, 17, a senior at Elmore County High School is now being held on $150,000 bond at Elmore County Jail. Franklin also said Holton would be tried as an adult. April Holton is currently on life support with severe head trauma, he said. Franklin said they were “hoping for the best,” but if her condition changed Holton’s charges would be modified accordingly. Investigators had been suspicious of Holton’s account of the incident early on but Franklin said they “erred on the side of caution” and waited to arrest him on murder charges after the pathology reports arrived earlier today. Franklin said they had also learned that the 17-year-old had a “self proclaimed” issue with becoming “agitated” if he had not used marijuana and Adderall. The shooting was said to have happened
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ic development opportunity with officials from the Lake Martin Area Economic Development and Alabama Power, the commissioners adjourned the meeting and elected to reconvene on Sept. 30 to consider the new county budget. The commissioners also voted 5-0 to: • Approve the minutes of the Aug. 8 meeting. • Approve warrants and purchase orders. • Approve annual bids for supplies for the county road department. • Approve final plat for a new private residential neighborhood known as The Peninsula at Long Leaf. • Approve revision of the Community Corrections plan, policies and procedures. • Approve the naming of a private drive to Pay Street as plans are to sell lots for private residences. • Approved a temporary move of a polling place that is currently at the Our Town Volunteer Fire Department to the Our Town Store. The move is only for this November’s general election as the fire department is scheduled for major renovations.
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shortly after an incident between Holton and his father, which also involved ECSO deputies. Franklin said about 4 p.m. Sunday they received a call from the Mike Holton who, along with his wife April were upset because Jesse had a thrown a party the night before in their house. Franklin said Mike Holton told them they had essentially “trashed his house,” and Sheriff’s Deputies found remnants of obvious drug activity and paraphernalia. Deputies arrived a short time later, Franklin said, and spoke with Holton in their front yard. Mike Holton told the deputy he was trying to discipline his son, and had him handcuffed and sitting on the couch when the deputies arrived, Franklin said. Franklin said that the 17-year-old “doesn’t open his mouth, doesn’t say anything,” while the officers are there. They conducted their search took photographs and drug paraphernalia and left,
he said, offering to the father that he could come by the juvenile probation office Monday morning to sign a petition if he wanted; which he said he did. Franklin said the parents walked with the deputy back out to his car and that there was some small talk before the deputy gets in route to another call. Franklin said as the deputy left, the mom and dad headed back inside the house. About 20 to 25 minutes later authorities got a subsequent call, he said. Jessie had gone to the neighbor, Franklin said, and told them something happened at his parents’ house, that there was an argument of some kind. “When they get there this time you’ve got Mr. Holton, you’ve got Mrs. Holton are lying in the master bedroom, Mr. Holton has died from an apparent gunshot wound and Mrs. Holton is, as we speak, on life support with sever head trauma down in Montgomery,” Franklin said.
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really, really wanted to write something poignant and predictive about the Alabama/ Ole Miss game coming up this Saturday. However, the wife and I are having a baby this week… Some time… Some hour… Some minute… This week. Could be today or tomorrow or Wedn… You get the picture. Anyhoo, my thoughts are pretty scattered. Therefore, that’s the only way I can write on sports this minute: •College football has simply been amazing these first two weeks. True freshmen stepping up, one-handed highlights, kick-sixes covering 109.9 yards, Arkansas’ comebacks, Heisman let-downs; we have had it all. And now the gift that keeps on giving bestows a weekend that features Louisville hosting Florida State, Alabama traveling to Ole Miss, Texas A&M visiting a rejuvenated Auburn and Oklahoma welcoming Ohio State. No other sport gives you games with such urgency in the regular season. •How times will you hear, “No one beats Nick Saban three times in a row” this week? Well, in theory they are correct. The catch is only LSU has even had the opportunity (2010, 2011 the Tigers won and then lost in the 2012 title game). Here’s the other catch: Ole Miss doesn’t have to beat Alabama three time in a row now because they have already done it twice. All the Rebs need to do is win this game this Saturday to pull the feat off. While Ole Miss has clear deficiencies, so does Alabama. It wouldn’t be a huge surprise if Mississippi gets the W. •Of all of the games this weekend, A&M/ Auburn continues to be the most important to its respective coaches. Both have shown glimpses of what the fans demand in these first two games, but both still need a win like this one badly. One of my favorite things about Saturdays now is watching other teams with players from the state of Alabama. As a member of the AHSAA radio Network, I get to see a lot of these guys a lot in their prep days. Western Kentucky and Arkansas State both had several guys from Alabama while taking on UA and AU respectively, but it’s not just players at smaller schools representing the Yellowhammer State well. Louisville has Jamari Staples (Clay-Chalkville) and Traveon Samuel (Central-PC) tearng it up at wide receiver. Tre Nation (Leeds) is a true freshman getting good minutes at Illinois. Southern Miss’ starting QB is the deadlyaccurate Nick Mullins from Spain Park. I honestly believe he’d be the starter now at ‘Bama or Auburn. Ty Pigrome (ClayChalkville/ Maryland), Braderick Shaw (Hoover/ Wisconsin), Jordan Sims (Homewood/ Ole Miss), Hayden Moore (ClayChalkville/Cincinnati), Keith Mixon (Shades Valley/ Miss State)… These are all kids that are either already in significant starting roles or are trending that way. Of course, then there is Tyre Gray from BRHS who has three catches for 20 yards playing in his first year at Murray State. I can honestly say he’s the reason I will be Googling “Murray State box score” every week for four years. Meanwhile, I urge you to check out the recruiting video diary I am doing with BRHS running back Necolby Maxwel on the Sportzblitz Facebook page. Necolby has been brilliant this season and it is fun to hear his comments on playing for the Wildcats and what his plans are for college. Luke Robinson is an Alexander City native and president of the LAKE MARTIN BAMA CLUB who also writes a weekly column for The Alexander City Outlook.
PREP FOOTBALL ROUNDUP Cats, Rebels look to make it three in a row STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
So far this high school football season is full of ups and downs. Benjamin Russell and Reeltown were on top of the world Friday night after both won for the second week in a row, with each team’s latest victory unfolding on their home field. According to Benjamin Russell head coach Danny Horn, Friday’s 40-29 win over Chelsea didn’t come easy. “It was a tough game,” he said. “We fought and fought and fought and came out on top. We made some big plays when we needed to.” While the Wildcats fought, Horn believes his team still has some improving to do. “When you don’t have much depth like us, at times you’re going to get tired and at other times you’re going to come through,” he said. Reeltown bested Horseshoe Bend 26-19 in a rivalry matchup that was also hard fought and bittersweet as a one-game suspension left the Generals to play minus head coach Jason Franklin and two team members. With that win under his belt, Reeltown head coach Matt Johnson is focused on making sure the Rebels continue to improve. “We have to eliminate the penalties and the mistakes,” he said. Both teams will strive to make it win No. 3 as the Wildcats head to Opelika Friday and the Rebels hit the road to take on Lanett the same night.
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCORES AND SCHEDULES 9/16 7 p.m. @ Holtville 9/23 8 p.m. @ Valley 9/30 7 p.m. Tallassee 10/7 7 p.m. @ Elmore County 10/14 7 p.m. Handley 10/21 7 p.m. @ Childersburg
Benjamin Russell High School
8/26 @ Central of Clay County, L 19-16 9/2 @ Pelham, W 42-21 9/9 7 p.m. Chelsea. W 40-29 9/16 7 p.m. @ Opelika 9/23 7 p.m. @ Oxford 9/30 7 p.m. Chilton County 10/6 7 p.m. Minor 10/14 7 p.m. Helena 10/21 7 p.m. @ Wetumpka 10/27 8 p.m. @ Beauregard
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8/19 @ Montgomery Catholic, L 50-28 8/26 Fayetteville, W 34-7 9/9 7 p.m. @ Prattville Christian Academy, L 33-22 9/16 7 p.m. Beulah 9/23 7 p.m. @ Thorsby 9/30 7 p.m. Pike County 10/7 7 p.m. @ Comer 10/14 7 p.m. @ Montgomery Academy 10/21 7 p.m. Southside 10/28 7 p.m. Childersburg
Dadeville
8/19 @ LaFayette, L 44-29 8/25 Reeltown, W 48-21 9/2 Munford, L 35-24 9/9 7 p.m. Leeds, L 46-14
8/25 Donoho, W 55-13 9/2 @ Lanett, 38-17 9/9 7 p.m. @ Reeltown, L 26-19 9/16 7 p.m. Ranburne 9/23 7 p.m. @ Holtville 9/30 7 p.m. LaFayette 10/7 7 p.m. @ Vincent 10/14 7 p.m. Fayetteville 10/21 7 p.m. @ Woodland 10/27 7 p.m. Wadley
Reeltown
8/19 Notasulga, L 25-6 8/25 @ Dadeville, L 48-21 9/27 @ Woodland, W 42, 6 9/9 7 p.m. Horseshoe Bend, W 26-19 9/16 7 p.m. @ Lanett 9/30 7 p.m. @ Ranburne 10/7 7 p.m. LaFayette 10/14 7 p.m. Vincent 10/21 7 p.m. @ Fayetteville 10/27 7 p.m. Loachapoka
Tigers triumph over Arkansas State Cliff Williams / The Outlook
Auburn’s Kyle Davis makes a one-handed catch as Arkansas State’s Blaise Taylor defends in the second quarter Saturday night. Auburn won the game 51-14.
VARSITY VOLLEYBALL RESULTS Benjamin Russell Varsity: DATE 08/25 08/25 08/27 08/27 08/30 08/30 09/01 09/01 09/06 09/08
EVENT / OPPONENT SCORE at Elmore County High School 2-1 at Alabama Christian Academy 0-2 at Lawrence County High 2-0 at Clay-Chalkville High 0-2 at Carver, G. W. High 1-2 at Auburn High 0-2 at Lanier, Sidney High 2-0 at Brewbaker Tech. Magnet High 2-0 at Pelham Magnet High 3-0 at Opelika High 3-0
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Dadeville High School junior Quanesha Presley spikes the ball as Holtville sophomore Bethany Hailey reacts Wednesday as the Lady Tigers varsity volleyball team hosted the Lady Bulldogs. Dadeville won 3-2.