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ENDLESS SUMMER? Merchants hope Labor Day continues sizzling summer sales By Corey Arwood Outlook Staff Writer

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Randy Baker of Fish Tales said that he thinks the fall will be a great time for sales as fishermen take advantage of cooler temperatures.

Even though it still feels like summer, fall is only a few weeks away, and local businesses are preparing for the seasonal drop in sales. The city, on the other hand, is doing what it can to keep activity up and sales high by bringing in a number of new events to the area.

The heat has played a crucial role this summer, bringing with it the best year yet for some businesses and a decline for others. Where it appears that seasonal outdoor sports, fishing in particular, were hurt by the heat, recreational boating and water sports were helped by it. “This past summer was the best summer we’ve ever had,” said Dave Commander, president

of Russell Marine. “It seems like every summer gets better.” He said that they have sold more gas, boats and accessories than previous years. “What you need is the good weather on the weekends,” said Commander. But the intense heat did no favors for fishermen or for the stores they buy from according to See HOLIDAY, Page 9

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Setting the barbecue world on fire Fire Truck is true Alex City success story By David Granger Outlook Staff Writer

The heat is on. Folks throughout central Alabama are hot for Alexander City’s own Fire Truck Bar-B-Que and, slowly but steadily, its distribution base is growing. “We first put our barbecue in grocery stores in February,” said Kenneth Ledbetter, who, along with his Minnesota-native wife Julie, founded and owns Fire Truck Bar-B-Cue LLC. “We’re in 25 stores now and always looking for more.” Barbecue lovers can find one-pound packages of Fire Truck’s barbecue – pulled or sliced pork, beef brisket or a half slab of pork ribs – at Piggly Wiggly or Foodland groceries or other independent stores in Alexander City, Auburn, Birmingham, Chelsea, Columbiana, Dadeville, Goodwater, Homewood, Hueytown, Lineville, McCalla, Montgomery, New Site, Opelika, Sylacauga and Tallassee.

Fire Truck Bar-B-Que, located at 229 Jefferson St. in Alexander City, put on its best Thursday as the television cameras rolled. Fred Hunter and his videographer Mike Tucker were in town to film a segment on the growing local business for “Absolutely Alabama,” Hunter’s show about things unique to the state, which originates at Birmingham’s Fox 6 WBRC and is aired in all

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Kenneth Ledbetter, owner of Fire Truck Bar-B-Cue LLC , right, talks over plans for “Absolutely Alabama” segment with Fred Hunter, host of the program.

‘Absolutely Alabama’ to feature unique approach to barbecue business By David Granger Outlook Staff Writer

After recent officer deaths, officials stress awareness and safety By Mitch Sneed Outlook Editor

While the news isn’t coming from our area, the thought of five law enforcement officers being shot to death over an 11-day period has had an impact on local first responders. Each day the men and women who work to keep Alexander City and Tallapoosa County safe hit the streets, not knowing what the day will bring. Sheriff Jimmy Abbett and Alexander City Police Chief Willie Robinson said that their people can’t help but be aware of what is happening in other places. “We have expressed to our personnel to stay alert and be extra vigilant when they are out there,” Abbett said. “You never know what is waiting out there, but being aware, following procedures and approaching everything professionally and with the respect they deserve are what we have stressed to our people.” While Abbett and Robinson said there have been no broad, immediate changes in response to See POLICE, Page 9

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State Attorney General Luther Strange got the answer he didn’t want. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that the Poarch Creek Indians are entitled to sovereign immunity and are not bound by Alabama laws restricting gambling within the state. Strange filed an appeal in April 2014 when Federal Judge W. Keith Watkins ruled the State of Alabama did not have authority to stop gaming activity at any of the three PCI casinos in the state. “While I do not agree with the appeals court’s decision, it provides certainty and guidance to state officials where there was none before,” Strange said in a statement released following See RULING, Page 9

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Lila Graves exhibit opens at Gallery 128

Cara and Jonathan Bloom, talk with artist Lila Graves, right, at Gallery 128 Thursday night. An exhibit of Graves’ work opened with a reception and will continue through Sept. 26 at 128 Calhoun Street in Alexander City. The gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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an ironclad prenuptial agreement. As to providing for her little ones in the event of your demise, discuss that with a lawyer who specializes in wills and trusts and who can advise you about the best way to leave money/assets in trust for them after they have reached a certain age -- so the money can’t be dissipated prematurely. DEAR ABBY: Our parents have been dead for 25 years. Along the way, we have also lost sisters, nieces and cousins. Every year when we gather for a family reunion, part of it is a candle lighting and spoken remembrance of

DEAR ABBY: My wife, who is a Realtor, is upset because a couple of our best friends

listed their home with someone else. My wife feels they should have had the decency to at least notify her that they were going to give the listing to another Realtor. My wife had sold them their home a few years ago. Your thoughts, please? -- MIFFED IN MIAMI DEAR MIFFED: No law says this couple was obligated to have your wife represent them. I suspect that they didn’t inform your wife because they wanted to avoid an uncomfortable conversation. If she would like to know the reason they listed their home with someone else, she should ask them. It’s possible the other Realtor offered services beyond what your wife does. 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.

Underage drinking prevention Tallapoosa County’s Underage Drinking Prevention Program was chosen as the host site for SAMHSA’s Federal Project Officer due to their success with increasing awareness of underage drinking in our communities. This visit to Alabama was the first for Mrs. Schaffer and she was able to spend one of her days with coalition members and youth advisory board members learning about the impact they have made in Tallapoosa County. Pictured are representatives from Tallapoosa County CARES, East Alabama Mental Health, Alabama Department of Mental Health, and Tallapoosa County Youth Advisory Board.

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those loved ones we have lost. Some in my family get tearyeyed or cry. My husband refuses to attend my family reunions because of this. He says my relatives have issues and need to see a mental health professional. He makes fun of us and the way we are together. I have a large family with many offspring. Do you agree we are “crazy” for the remembrance and the tears? -- LOVES MY FAMILY IN GEORGIA DEAR LOVES: No, I do not. During a ceremony such as you have described, tears can be a healthy display of emotion. However, I do think your husband’s comments are insensitive and judgmental, and he’s doing the right thing for everyone by staying away. Feeling as he does, far away is where he belongs.

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DEAR ABBY: I am a 63-year-old man living with a 28-year-old woman. She has three children -- ages 2, 6 and 7. They live with us every other weekend. I have fallen in love with them. We are planning on getting married soon, and I want to be sure the kids are secure when I’m gone. I have an erectile dysfunction problem. She says she doesn’t care about sex, but I’m worried she will stray. I was 28 once, and that’s all I thought about. I’m afraid she is marrying me for her own benefit -- the house, Social Security and my business. I love her and her children dearly. She says she loves me, but I’m just not sure. Can you help me figure out what to do? -- TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? DEAR TOO GOOD: If you have ANY doubts about marrying this woman, then you shouldn’t do it. However, if you do decide to marry her, first discuss this with your legal adviser and be sure you have

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Obituaries Mr. Ronnie Lee Stanley Mr. Ronnie Lee Stanley 55 of Montgomery, AL died at his home on Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2015. Armour’s Memorial Services in charge.

Mr. Braxton D. Moon

Mr. Rodney C. Judkins

Mr. Chester W Smith

Funeral service for Mr. Braxton D. Moon, 21 of Alexander City, AL; Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015; 1 p.m.; Darian Baptist Church, Alexander City, AL. Burial in New Life Memorial Garden, Alexander City, AL. Armour’s Memorial Services in charge.

Funeral service for Mr. Rodney C. Judkins 58 of Alexander City, AL; Sunday, Sep. 6, 2015; 2 p.m.; Armour;’s Memorial Chapel, Alexander City, AL; Burial: Great Bethel Church Cemetery, Alexander City, AL. Armour’s Memorial Services in charge.

Funeral service for Mr. Chester W Smith of Daviston, Alabama will be Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Leander Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Leander Baptist Church Cemetery. Wright’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Willie A Goodman

Infant Rhylee D. Pickard

Mr. Robert T. Davis

Funeral service for Mrs. Willie A Goodman of Dadeville, Alabama will be Friday, September 4, 2015 at Haven Chapel United Methodist Church at 1:00pm. Burial will follow at Dadeville City Cemetery. Wright’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Graveside service for Infant Rhylee D. Pickard will be Friday, September 4, 2015 at 11:00am at Armour’s Memorial Garden. Wright’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Funeral service for Mr. Robert T. Davis will be Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 3:00pm at Wright’s Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at New Life Memorial Gardens. Wright’s Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Labor Day isn’t your only reward for hard work

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n Labor Day, many Americans enjoy a long weekend to commemorate the hard work they do the rest of the year, as well as those who support working people. With barbecues and ballgames, beach trips and fireworks, this annual holiday often marks the unofficial end of summer. Established in 1882, Labor Day has become a timeless American tradition that many look forward to all summer. Labor Day also reminds us that all our hard work is paying off in more ways than one — including paying into a retirement fund that makes you eligible to collect monthly benefits after you reach retirement age. If you work 10 years, and receive four credits each year for a total of 40 credits, you’ll enjoy the security of Social Security retirement benefits. Remember, those years don’t have to be consecutive. You can check your Social Security Statement and make sure you have enough credits by opening a my Social Security account atwww.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Credits are the building blocks we use to find out if you have the minimum amount of covered work to qualify for each type of SocialSecurity benefit. If you stop working before you have enough credits to qualify for benefits, your credits will stay on your record. If you return to work later on, those credits will be added so that you can qualify. We pay benefits to anyone who has enough credits. When a worker files for retirement benefits, the worker’s spouse may be eligible for a benefit based on the worker’s earnings. Another requirement is that the spouse must be at least age 62 or have a qualifying child in her or his care. By a qualifying child, we mean a child who is under age 16, or who is eligible to receive Social Securitydisability benefits. The spousal benefit can be as much as half of the worker’s full retirement benefit, depending on the spouse’s age at retirement. If the spouse begins receiving benefits before “normal” (or “full”) retirement age, the spouse will receive a reduced benefit. However, if a spouse is caring for a qualifying child, we don’t reduce the spousal benefit. If a spouse is eligible for a retirement benefit based on his or her own earnings, and if that benefit is higher than the spousal

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Making good on a promise

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ummer comes to an unofficial end this weekend. Officially, it ended last week on one calendar, and it will be with us another three weeks on another. Sept. 1 is the first day of autumn according to the meteorological calendar. The astronomical season of autumn begins on the fall equinox, when the day and night are both the same length of time, which happens Sept. 23 this year. Labor Day marks the traditional time to plant your winter garden. It’s time to swap the lighter clothes of summer for the game-day clothes of fall. Whites, florals and seersuckers get pushed to the back of the closet. Back in the days of Russell, next week would be the first in months that neckties were considered regular business attire. College football season cranks up this weekend and, here in Alabama, that dictates the social calendar through the end of the year. Woe to those who want a Saturday wedding in the fall. Heck, any Saturday event that doesn’t involve a pigskin is likely to have poor attendance. Gradually the temperatures will cool down enough to check the mailbox without breaking a sweat. First it will get cooler at night, then the daytime thermometer will stop climbing so high. There are many good times to be in Alabama, but we believe fall is the best. So enjoy the long Labor Day weekend. Have a cook-out. Take the boat for a spin. Get in a round of golf or ski around the slough a couple of times. The summer of ’15 is in the history books. We’re looking forward to a wonderful fall in Alabama.

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eginning early in the regular legislative session, Democrats laughingly claimed that Republicans were stealing their agenda, namely on tax increases. Various Republicans from the top down who ran on promises of no new taxes are now exerting substantial energy to convince both their colleagues and the general public that state government cannot function without more of the taxpayers’ money. Is the shortfall itself really causing this one-eighty or is there a deeper philosophical problem? Perhaps some of those who promised not to raise taxes did so without giving much thought to the principles that underlie this position, resulting in their sudden change of course. A promise of no new taxes is never issued on the campaign trail with the caveat of “unless revenues go down” or “unless we need to increase spending.” A principle-based pledge not to raise taxes is made with the understanding that revenues will fluctuate and that government won’t ever voluntarily spend less. It is based in a belief that government--like any family or business--must live within its means. Tax increases have always been considered a cardinal sin in conservative politics because they require taxpayers to bail out elected officials who either cannot or will not solve problems without more of your money. Without a genuine, policybased commitment not to raise taxes, politicians are easily persuaded that certain increases aren’t that bad. The “tax them, not me” mentality of outside influences kicks in, leading lawmakers to privately weigh which tax hikes will allow them to keep the most friends. Raising the cigarette and business privi-

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lege taxes, and eliminating the FICA deduction, are still on the table seemingly due to a mistaken belief that these are the least politically dangerous-never mind the costs to smokers, small business owners, and half of all tax filers (those who itemize deductions). The “tax them, not me” mentality fails to recognize that tax increases deter reform and restraint; thus, more revenue will continue to be necessary and, next time, it will have to be found in other places. The necessity of efficiency in spending is lost when taxes are raised because, to quote Milton Friedman, “very few people spend other people’s money as carefully as they spend their own.” Maybe voters in five Alabama localities had this in mind when they voted down tax increases this year. Some legislators claim to see no correlation between what’s going on at the local level and what’s being debated in Montgomery. Politicians who miss the message here do so at their own peril. Voters are far more likely to sympathize with the need for more revenue at the lowest tier of government, to benefit specific projects within their own neighborhoods and schools, than at the state or national level. All of the justifications given in the statewide campaign to raise taxes--children losing access to pediatricians, closing state parks, limiting access to drivers’ license offices, and turning the lights off at armories-would only come to fruition if

lawmakers refuse to prioritize their spending. These kinds of threats are very familiar, but usually come from the mouths of Democrats. One notable exception is the Republican-led attempt to raise taxes in 2003, else 4,000 teachers would be laid off, 5,000 inmates would be released, and access to jury trials would be limited. That ballot initiative was defeated by 67% of voters. Former U.S. Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) remarked to an audience last week, “You have to be courageous not to spend money . . . and we don’t have many people who have that courage.” Conservative Republicans in the Alabama Legislature have shown courage as they have stymied tax increases now for six months. They must continue to hold the line and generate support for alternatives like the 78/22 split that would close 75% of the shortfall without raising taxes. Where cuts are still needed, an additional dose of courage will be required for making tough choices on prioritization. The significant achievements made under Republican leadership since 2010 are laudable, but could easily become a distant memory to taxpayers who gave their votes and their trust away for an empty promise of no new taxes. Katherine Robertson is vice president for the Alabama Policy Institute. API is an independent non-partisan, non-profit research and education organization dedicated to the preservation of free markets, limited government and strong families. If you would like to speak with the author, please email communications@alabamapolicy.org or call (205) 870-9900.

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 Robert Bentley represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. He was elected to office on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242-7100. His office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Robert Bentley Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama. Luther Strange was elected Alabama’s 49th Attorney General on November 2, 2010, and serves as the State’s chief law enforcement officer. He can be reached at 334-242-7300, and his office is located at 501 Luther Strange Washington Avenue, Montgomery. Mark Tuggle (R) represents the 81st District covering Lee and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached by phone at 256392-2006 or by email at tughd81@ gmail.com. His office is located at 110 Calhoun Street, Suite 108, Mark Tuggle 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 334242-7865. His office is located at Tom Whatley 337 East Magnolia Drive, Auburn.

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Saggy pants, something is wrong with the system and it needs to be fixed Dear Editor, I’m writing in response to the Dadeville City Ordinance in regards to saggy pants. I think Alex City and the state of Alabama should do the same thing. No one wants to see that. I read what Obama said about respect, but they can’t have respect if they are doing that. I mean, let’s face it, they can’t have too much respect for themselves if they are doing that, much less for anyone else. I really don’t care if they do it for themselves, but at least have some respect for me, my wife and my grandkids. And as for Obama, he’s not the one looking at it. I’m sure I don’t think I’ve seen Vladimir Putin or

Benjamin Netanyahu with their pants down during a state meeting, have you? It’s OK to wear your pants down where everyone sees your tail but the confederate flag is offensive? Really? To most people it is indecent exposure and that is a crime. If I go out in my underwear I’m going to be arrested what is the difference here then? You can write people tickets for loud radios but it’s ok to show your butt in public. This needs to be fixed. Something is wrong with the system and we need to fix it. Glenn Yates Alexander City

Be thankful of the efforts of local groups to help keep Lake Martin clean Dear Editor, There has been a great deal of recent press regarding the Tallapoosa River and Lake Martin, specifically its water quality and recreational benefit to the local area. Good water quality isn’t as common as you would think. Plenty of areas struggle to keep their rivers and streams healthy. The Tallapoosa River and Lake Martin are true treasures because of local priorities. I would like to express my appreciation to the Middle Tallapoosa Clean Water Partnership (MTCWP), its stakeholders and especially the City of Alexander City. Their efforts and continued dedication and support to the water quality of the Middle Tallapoosa River Basin should be commended and serve as an example for other cities and areas. The MTCWP’s Coordinator, Sabrina Wood, is passionate and enthusiastic. She is a good steward of the partnership’s finances and offers a strong presence for the Middle Tallapoosa at the state level. I am constantly seeing projects and events that the MTCWP is involved in and facilitating. On the state level, we are always commending Alex City for its example. Other municipalities should model themselves after the progressive approach that Alex City has taken

to ensure quality drinking water and recreational waters are always available. Alex City’s mayor and council saw the importance of water quality years ago and its successors have done an impressive job continuing to support the partnership. The MTCWP is a non-advocacy committee that is very successful in keeping different views at the same table and. The diverse group is made up of representatives from industries, environmental groups, lake organizations and government departments. Having an active membership with such varying views is a huge feat. As a board member of the Alabama Clean Water Partnership and as General Manager of Montgomery Water Works and Sanitary Sewer Board, the accomplishments of the MTCWP greatly impact me as a stakeholder in the lower portion of the Tallapoosa River. I am pleased that the impact is positive. A clean river and a Treasured Lake in a small area is something to take note of and be proud of. Both are possible only because water quality is made a priority and I am thankful that it continues to be a priority in the Middle Tallapoosa. Buddy Morgan Montgomery

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In hopes of growing still more, the Ledbetters hired Blake Yance right out of college to handle the company’s outside sales. “Adding Blake really takes a load off me and Kenneth,” said Julie Ledbetter, who has been Kenneth’s wife since 1993. “We’re able to worry about sales less and that’s a big part of a relatively new business. Kenneth can concentrate on cooking and packaging and I can concentrate on planning our catering events.” In addition to the barbecue, Kenneth Ledbetter says the Fire Truck sauce – currently undergoing required testing by the U.S. Department of Agriculture at its Auburn office – should be out and in stores for the first time in a month or so. “That’s what the people have really been asking about is the sauce,” he said. “Don’t get me wrong, the barbecue’s a great product and it’s doing well, but once people can buy the sauce, they can get it and a package of our meat and have the Fire Truck experience in their own home.” That doesn’t mean, of course, that the Ledbetters just sit back and collect the checks. Kenneth oversees all of the packaging, which is done on the company’s Jefferson Street site. The cooking is either done on the road or, when they are on the road at an event, in one of the converted fire trucks. The second converted fire truck is used for meat preparation and to keep items warm or cold. There is also a concession trailer which travels to the catered events and the same fire truck used for cooking is also equipped with a sound system and two 47-inch televisions to keep guests at events entertained. On Thursday, Fire Truck employee Lonnie Rushing was in the meat prep truck and took time to show a reporter around the converted fire engine, which featured warmers, a freezer and a refrigerator plus a sink. “We can feed 2,000 people out of this truck alone,” Rushing said. But, according to Julie Ledbetter, if the smoker truck is there to replenish the meat, “that number is probably more like 3,500.” According to Rushing, the fire trucks were purchased by Ledbetter at government sales, as was the lion’s share of the equipment they carry. “Now, you usually have to bid a minimum at the government’s auctions to buy something,” Rushing said. “But then, there was no minimum, they were absolute auctions and you could get some really good buys. Kenneth bought

a lot of equipment through those auctions.” Julie Ledbetter handles the planning for the catering side of the business, among other things. The company, she said, caters mostly company, church and other pre-paid outings. She said the most people Fire Truck has fed at one event was 1,400 people at Birmingham’s Word of Life Church. The first event the company catered was the Childersburg Rodeo in 2011. “We were as green as we could be,” Julie Ledbetter recalled. “But we made it through it. At that time, pretty much everything we did was trial and error. We’ve learned more than you could imagine about this business since we started.” The catering Kenneth Ledbetter remembers most and is most proud of didn’t make the couple a dime. In April 2011, a tornado hit near Arab in Marshall County during the same outbreak that saw the massive tornado devastate Tuscaloosa. Five people were killed in and around Arab and many more lost their homes. The Ledbetters readied their fire trucks and hit the road. In addition to catering for pre-paid events and charity, Fire Truck has also taken its trucks to Talladega for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Race in 2011 and to Auburn for football games in 2011 and 2012. To hear her talk, Julie Ledbetter wouldn’t mind if Talladega never turned up on their event schedule again. “Usually with our pre-paid events, we’re in and out in one day,” she said. “Talladega was a seven-day event and it took two more days to prepare plus three to tear down. That’s almost two weeks and that’s a lot of work.” At Auburn, Fire Truck set up down from the Auburn University Vet Clinic near Gentilly Mobile Home Park in the parking lot of Fat Daddy’s Fine Foods. “Our first time there, we ordered 1,000 buns,” Julie Ledbetter said with a smile. “Needless to say, we had a little bread left over.” But the missed calculations and growing pains that have come with growing the Fire Truck brand haven’t deterred the Ledbetters. Their goals for their business remain lofty. “We’re looking to put boxes of our barbecue across the U.S.,” said Julie Ledbetter. “Hopefully, it won’t be long until everybody in the country has at least one package of Fire Truck in their freezer. They’ll love it. It tastes like it just came off our truck.”

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September 5 CHURCH YARD SALE: Mt. Hebron East Baptist Church on Mt. Hebron Rd in Eclectic will host a huge indoor yard sale(rain or shine) in the church fellowship building on Sat. Sept. 5 from 5:30 a.m. until. Proceeds from the yard sale will go to fund a trip for our church youth to Gatlinburg to participate in a youth concert and celebration. CRUISE IN: Come cruise in with the Lord’s Cruisers Saturday, Sept. 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Arby’s on Highway 280. All antique cars, trucks and bikes are welcome. There will be a 50/50 pot, music from the 50s, through the 80s. Call Rob Siggers at 256-794-3846 for more information. 90TH BIRTHDAY: Ms. Geneva W. Bradford is celebrating her 90th birthday Sept. 5 at 1 p.m. at Marietta Baptist Church in Goodwater.

September 6 GOSPEL SINGING: Oak Chapel Baptist Church in Goodwater will be hosting a gospel singing Sept. 6 during morning services with special singers 11th Hour. Lunch will be served afterwards. HARRY REUNION: The Harry Reunion will be Sunday Sept. 6 at New Site Town Hall Community Room. It begins around 10:30 a.m. or whenever you can get there and stay as long as you can. Bring a covered dish for lunch at noon. For more information call 256-2347477. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Rocky Mt. Baptist Church will be hosting homecoming Sept. 6 at 11 a.m.

September 8 TALLAPOOSA COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: The September meeting of the Tallapoosa County Board of Education will be Sept. 8 at 5 p.m. BUDGET HEARING: The Alexander City Board of Education will have a called board meeting with the second public budget hearing Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 a.m.

September 8-10 COMMUNITY PRAISERS: You can sign up for the Regeneration Community Praisers’ 9th season Sept.8-10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Cooper Rec Center. There is a $10 registration fee that includes the dance and instructional material. The dance team is for young people ages 4 to 18 and adult women can join Mothers of Praise. The first practice is Sept. 15 For more information contact Kenyatta Simmons at kenyatta36426@yahoo. com, Diane Deloney at 256-307-4195 or Yvonne Burton at 205-753-0767 CHURCH REVIVAL: Rocky Mt. Baptist Church is hosting revival services Sept. 8-10 at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Stanford Benson of First Baptist Rockford.

September 11-13 HIGH SCHOOL REUNION: The Benjamin Russell High School Class of 1985 is having a their 30 year reunion Sept. 11-13. For more information contact Jackie McKenzie Strong at For Heaven’s Sake Bookstore or Buffy at 256-750-0663.

September 12 DEMOCRATIC CONFERENCE LUNCHEON: There will be a Alabama Democratic Education Luncheon Sept. 12 at noon at the Cooper Recreation Center. Guest speaker will be Felix Parker of the ADC in Montgomery. Donation is $7. For more information contact Alisa Norris at 256-329-8674 or 256-496-0189 or Nekeska Primes at

256-269-8482. GOSPEL SINGING: New Pine Grove Baptist Church is hosting a gospel singing Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. with HIghway 22 at its church on Whaley Ferry Road. A love offering will be taken. Come and receive a blesssing. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Comer Methodist Church, 427 E. Church Street, will be hosting its monthly pancake breakfast on Sept. 12 from 6-10 a.m. Plates will be $6.00, and you may eat in or carry them with you. SINGING: God’s House in Hackneyville is hosting a singing Sept. 12 at 5 p.m. with the Dennis Family of Millbrook. Free refreshments afterwards.

September 13 HAGGERTY REUNION: The Haggerty Reunion will be Sunday, Sept. 13 at Woods Presbyterian Church on Horseshoe Bend Road. We will meet and greet at 11 a.m. and serve lunch at noon. Bring your favorite dishes and pictures to share. For more info call Alicia at 256-825-6701. CHURCH HOMECOMING: Bethel Baptist Church on Young’s Ferry Road in Jacksons Gap is hosting homecoming Sept. 13 at 10 a.m. All former members and friends are invited to felowship and worship with our church family. Fellowship Quartet will begin singing at 10 a.m. and at 11 a.m. Rev. Bill Middebrooks will bring the morning message. Everyone is encouraged to bring food or drink and enjoy our fellowship meal together after the morning message. MOVIE: Calvary Heights Baptist Church is having movie night, Sept. 13 at 5 p.m. featuring the movie “Do You Believe.” Everyone is invited to attend. CHURCH HOMECOMING: New Style Baptist Church on Coosa County Rd.. 20 in Equality will be hosting homecoming services Sept. 13 at 2 p.m.

September 14 HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dolores Hydock will be presenting “Soliders in Greasepaint: Entertaining with the USO” at the Sept. 14 meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education.

September 14-16 CHURCH REVIVAL: Bethel Baptist Church is hosting a revival Sept. 14-16 at 6:30 p.m. nightly with Rev. Clinton Branch, pastor of Fellowship Baptist Church. There will be a special singing each night. Rev. Carl Stokes is pastor.

Septemeber 15-17 CHURCH REVIVAL: The New Style Baptist Church on Cossa County Rd. 20 in Equality will be hosting revival services Sept. 15-17 at 7 p.m. nightly. Pastor Perry Fletcher from Brandon, MS will be the guest speaker.

September 17 AUTHOR VISIT: Dana Gynther will be at the Dadeville Public Library Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. in the lower level of the library. Gynther is the author of “The Woman in the Photograph: A tale about a young model in 1920s Paris.” Books will be available for purchase and Mrs. Gynther will be autographing her books.

September 18-20 ORCHID SHOW: The Alabama Orchid Society is having their 31st annual Orchid Show and Sale in the auditorium of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Sept. 18 – 20. Free admission. Show times are Friday – Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. for sales only, Saturday –Sept. 19 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. with sales open at 10 a.m., show opens to public at Noon, Sunday – Sept. 20 - 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. sales and show open at 11 a.m. Contact for more information at

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September 19 TRASH WALK: The next monthly PATH Trash Walk is Saturday, Sept. 19 at 9 a,m. Volunteers are asked to meet at the top part of Strand Park in Alexander City to receive supplies and assignments.

September 20 FINE ARTS ACADEMY: The First United Methodist Fine Arts Academy individual voice and instrumental lessons begin the week of Sept. 20. Call 256234-6322 for more informations BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY: Are you feeling disconnected from God and meaningful, spiritual relationships with others? Sixth Street Baptist Church would like to invite you to “Back to Church Sunday” Sept. 20. Come give church another chance. Bible study for all ages at 8:45 a.m. and morning worship service at 10 a.m. For more information call 256-794-3074.

September 21 HORIZONS UNLIMITED: Dr. Mark Conversino of Maxwell AFB will speak at the Sept. 21 meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Alexander City Board of Education.

September 26 CITY FEST: The Goodwater City Fest will be Sept. 26. All vendors, groups, soloists, rappers, and etc. are invited to attend and perform. For more information contact: Jessie Odum at 256-307-0147 or Brenda Simmons at 256-794-0727. BENCE FAMILY REUNION: The Bence Family Reunion will be Sept. 26 at Zion Hill Baptist Church on County Road 79. The reunion will begin around 11 a.m. Bring a covered dish for the noon meal.

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the recent spate of attacks. The word vigilant is a constant with both men. “They are aware of what is going on and in a way that can have an impact on morale,” Robinson said. “We all know that there is a job to do. We have stressed to think ahead and know your surroundings. It goes back to vigilance. “We have good people, and they are here to keep this city safe and the same goes for themselves.” Abbett said there has been some talk among his people about the recent national deadly events, but he said they know what the job entails. “It can’t help but affect you, especially with the amount of media coverage these incidents are getting,” Abbett said. “But it’s our job to keep this area safe. So that’s what we will continue to do.” That thought comes as investigators continue to search for clues in the most recent police shooting death. On Tuesday, Fox Lake, Illinois Police Lieutenant Joe Gliniewicz, a police officer, army veteran, and beloved father radioed that he was pursuing three people. When backup officers arrived Gliniewicz was dead. In the days since, the manhunt has continued with few positive developments.

the court’s ruling. Tribal Chair and CEO Stephanie A. Bryan said the lawsuit against PCI was a desperate attempt to prevent it from operating gaming facilities in the state on their tribal lands. “The appeals court decision has confirmed what we have always known, that the state does not have jurisdiction over our gaming facilities,” she said in a statement released to the Herald. Bryan said the tribe has been attempting to negotiate a compact with the state since 1991. And Strange said the only way the state will regulate gambling on PCI property will be through a compact. “That is a decision for the governor and Legislature, not me,” Strange said. The appeals court decision comes just a day after Gov. Robert Bentley announced the Legislature will meet in a second called special session starting the Tuesday after Labor Day. Legislators within Elmore County have told the Herald that a compact or any type of gambling legislation is currently off the table. But Bryan says PCI is always open to negotiating a compact. “We continue to be ready and willing to discuss with the governor how a compact would benefit the entire state,” she added.

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Generals try to bounce back in region opener By Robert Hudson Outlook Sports Editor

The Horseshoe Bend Generals will try to bounce back from a season-opening loss when they open region play Friday night on the road at Lanett. The Generals (0-1) opened the season last week with a 33-7 road loss to Wadley, while Lanett (1-1) defeated Notasulga 35-14. Jason Franklin, head coach of Horseshoe Bend, said the Generals have been trying to improve on their game after a disappointing start to the season. “We’re working on improving what we do. We didn’t play real well last week, so we’ve been working on improving on us and making sure we’re prepared,” Franklin said. “We’re making sure the guys understand the importance of the game this week because you don’t want to fall behind in region play – you want to be looking ahead instead of looking back on what you could have done. “We put last week in the past and we left it there. That’s where it’s going to be. We’re looking with a positive approach this Friday night against Lanett.” Franklin said the Panthers will bring an attack that hurts opponents through the air and on the ground, while the Lanett defense tries to overpower opponents. “We’re going to see a balanced attack. They’re going to try to spread you out and hit the edges with the speed advantage that they have,” Franklin said. “We’ve got to do a really good job of playing assignment football and making sure we’re doing what we’re coached to do. Defensively, they’re going to run the 4-4 and try to come and get you in passing situations. If they think they’re more physical than you up front, on first and second downs they’ll play a base defense. “We’ve got a big challenge and that’s been our goal is to be prepared for that big challenge and just go in and put our best foot forward.”

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Above, Benjamin Russell’s Tyre Gray (8) stiff arms a Central-Clay County defender during last week’s game. Below, Benjamin Russell’s NeColby Maxwell (3) shifts through the Central-Clay County defense during last week’s game.

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It will be a battle of top-ten teams when the Benjamin Russell Wildcats travel to face the rival Opelika Bulldogs on Friday night. The Class 6A No. 8 Wildcats will head to Class 6A No. 4 Opelika on Friday at 7 p.m. for both teams’ region opener. Benjamin Russell (2-0) enters Friday’s game following a 38-7 win over CentralClay County, while Opelika’s (2-0) last game was a 31-30 win over rival Auburn. Danny Horn, head coach of Benjamin Russell, said he expects to see another tough Opelika team on Friday night. “They’re as good as always. They’ve got a lot of athleticism,” Horn said. “Offensively, they can throw about as well as they can run. He’s a dang good quarterback that can put it on the money. And they can run, too. They’ve got a balance you don’t often see much at the high school level. Defensively, they’re strong again. They’re big and fast up there. “We’re going to have to play extremely well and hope we get some breaks here and there. I think we’re capable of doing that.” The importance of the rivalry is amplified by the pair now being region opponents, but Horn said every region game holds significant value. While last year’s game, a 23-0 Opelika win, determined the No. 1 and No. 2 seed in the region over the long-term, Horn said this game will not make or break the season. “Obviously, it’s the next game, and

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whether it is an area game or not, it’s important to win,” Horn said. “You never want to lose a region game, and it just so happens that they’re our first region game. Last year, we lost it, but we went on and won the rest of them and finished No. 2. But it would be great to get started with a region win against them. It’s like I told the team, every region game you win you really go two games up on the team you beat because if it comes down to the tiebreaker you won the head-to-head. “Every region game is important. One way or the other, it’s not going to make or break (the season) because we’ve got seven other games left, but it being a

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region game is important.” Horn said the Wildcats have been trying to simulate Opelika’s game speed in the days leading up to Friday night’s game, which, he added, is no easy task. “We’ve been running their offense and their defense the best we can. You can do it all you want in practice, but in the game it’s a different level,” Horn said. “We’ve got to be able to adjust to their speed on both sides of the ball. We haven’t played a team – and may not all year – that’s got as much team speed as they’ve got. It’s hard to simulate that in practice with your scout team, but we’re doing the best we can, and hopefully we’ll be ready to go on Friday.”

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