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Vol. 27, No. 34
New council members join incumbents
By COREY ARWOOD Staff Writer
Eclectic residents voted Tuesday and decided to keep their incumbent mayor and council people, two for a third term. However they will also have two new council members by default as a new four-year term unfolds. Across the ballot the races had relatively close margins of victory - 30 to 50 votes.
Incumbent mayor Gary Davenport was reelected for a second term over his opponent and past District 5 council member Wanda Estes with a vote total of 169-120. “I’m very happy that the citizens have desired to put me back in there so that we can continue work on making the town a safer and better to place live,” Davenport said in a phone call on Wednesday. There are two new council members who ran unopposed for Place 1 and 5, Jackie Stearns and David Goodwin.
In Place 2 Charlie Powell was reelected for a third term over his competition Chrissy Calhoun at 156-126. “I feel it’s a great honor and I’m going to do all I can to help Eclectic move forward, make it a better place for all the citizens,” said Powell. Another third term council seat went to the Place 4 race winner, Linda Reed. She along waith Powell are setting out on 12 years with the council. Reed said she felt positive about the
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Leadership conference teaches kids life lessons
Community support for Maroon Machine pours in
By WILLIAM CARROLL Managing Editor
By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
Fans of the Maroon Machine were finally able to see the band in action Friday night during Elmore County High School’s football game against Montgomery Academy. By spotlighting the evolution of gaming, this year’s half-time show was a crowd-pleaser. Because the halftime performance focuses on gaming, the band was in need of a television. Originally, Mr. Vittore thought of using a projector for the display. However, none of the projectors were powerful enough to create a quality picture. Therefore, the choice was made to combine four 65” televisions to create a screen large enough to wow the crowd. With the help of Jackson Dean, a junior at Elmore See BAND • Page 3
council members this term. “We’re all looking forward to four good years of working together,” said Reed. “I think we got a good group of people.” On the new council, Davenport said they were going to continue on the path they had set in previous terms with a main focus set on “financial responsibility.”
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Tractor Supply Company announced it will open the doors Saturday, Sept. 3 for the first time to customers. This comes after months of construction to the remodeled building in Patton Plaza Shopping Center.
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Tractor Supply Co. slated to open Sept. 3
By CARMEN RODGERS Staff Writer
Many have watched the progress as Tractor Supply Company has transformed the façade at Patton Plaza Shopping Center. A newly constructed fence already houses farm equipment in the parking lot as TSC announced that the Tallassee location would open Sept. 3 at 8 a.m. TSC will employ close to 15 full-time and part-time positions. This will be a spacious
facility with 24,600 square feet. This footage includes the sales floor as well as space for support service. “Tractor Supply looks forward to being a member of the Tallassee community,” said District Manager Brantley Felintin. “Tallassee is a great fit for Tractor Supply due to the horse owners and part-time hobby farmers in the area.” TSC will offer a wide variety of items, See TRACTOR • Page 5
The Council on Substance Abuse hosted its first Leadership Conference in Elmore County and approximately 30 students participated in a range of activities geared towards teaching them preventative measures to reduce the possibility of alcohol and drug abuse. COSA-NCADD Executive Director Shereda Finch said the conference was the first of its kind in Elmore County, and she hopes that the program will expand and continue in the future. “The COSA was awarded additional contracts by the (Alabama) Department of Mental Health, including funds for prevention,” Finch said. “With those funds we started to do a number of things with respect to prevention and the Leadership Conference is one of those projects.” According to Finch, four speakers spoke on a variety of topics. Sebastian Goodson was the motivational speaker for the group according to Finch, he spoke about making the right types of decisions and avoiding poor decision-making processes that can ruin ones life. See LEADERSHIP • Page 5
ITS donates $57,000 to local charities By WILLIAM CARROLL Managing Editor
Wetumpka company Information Transport Solutions made four area charities very happy Tuesday morning as it presented a total of $57,000 in checks to representatives from the respective charities. The honored recipients included: Family Sunshine Center, Alabama Parent Education Center/ Imagination Library, Jason Michael Hilty Memorial Scholarship and the Coosa Outdoor Worship Center. The funds donated to the charities were part of an ITS sponsored golf tournament. The tournament
has been hosted by ITS for 10 years and this year was organized by ITS employee Jackie Ragan. According to ITS employee Arrie Selby, $32,000 of the funds for the charities were contributed by ITS as part of the golf tournament with another $25,000 being donated by a private contributor as matching dollars. ITS President Quincy Minor said that the donated amount was the largest ever and voiced the importance for ITS to contribute to the community. “We believe in giving back to the community,” Minor said. “Especially organizations that give See DONATION • Page 3
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Mr. Perry R. Bridgman, 83, of Eclectic, passed away August 19, 2016. He was born November 8, 1932. Visitation will be Sunday, August 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service Monday, August 22, at 11 a.m., at Chana Creek Primitive Baptist Church with Elder Jimmy Bass officiating. Grandsons, granddaughters and nephews will serve as pall bearers. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, Linville Memorial Funeral Home directing. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Bridgman; children, Eddie Bridgman (Cindy) and Terry Bridgman and friend, Rushawn Gray; daughter-in-law, Julie Bridgman; grandchildren, Erick, Tyler, Alexa, Ryan and Abbey Gray; and four great grandchildren. Mr. Bridgman was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a member of Chana Creek Baptist Church, where he served in many positions. He loved Eclectic and Auburn football. He will be remembered as someone who never met a stranger. Online condolences at www. linvillememorial.com.
Porter Paige
Mr. Porter Paige, 78, of Eclectic, passed away August 17, 2016. He was born June 21, 1938. A memorial service will be held Sunday, August 21 at 2:00 pm at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. He is survived by his companion, Jerel Alexander; daughter Yvonne Waites; brothers, Ralph Edward Paige and James Ray Paige and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Joe Hales and Frances Tamez. Online condolences at www. linvillememorial.com. Linville Memorial Funeral Home Eclectic, Alabama
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August 26-27
The Tallassee High School Class of 1981 is planning its class reunion, to be held August 26 and 27 in Tallassee. If you are a member of the class and have not been contacted by a classmate, please call Suzy Solomon Wilson at 334-283- 8172.
August 28
The Wetumpka church of Christ is having homecoming celebration and fellowship meal in the fellowship hall after worship services, Sunday the 28th. All are invited, especially those who have worshipped at the Wetumpka congregation in the past. Kenneth Randolph and Janice will be with us for the worship services and fellowship. Brother Randolph will speak at Bible study and at worship assembly. Kenneth was minister at Wetumpka for 16 years. Services begin at 8:30 a.m.
August 28
Holtville Riverside Baptist Church is hosting Team Omega, a group of Christian athletes who teach the gospel through athletic contests, at 6 p.m. Call 33-315-9504 for more information.
August 29-31
Summer Celebration Revival at Santuck Baptist Church. Speaker: Pastor Bill Overstreet Worship Leader: Michael Reid Sunday, Aug. 28 Service Times: 9 & 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday – Wednesday August 29-31 service Time: 7 p.m. For more information, please call 567-2364.
September 1-3
Camp Stew Sale at Cedarwood Community Church, Hwy 231 N. Wallsboro, Sept 1 and 2 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sept. 3 from 7 a.m. to noon. Stew is $8 for large microwaveable container. All proceeds go to church building fund to help complete the inside of the church. For information please call Jo Parker at
514-0242; Laura Knight at 567-2457 or Pastor Roger Olsen at 567-0476.
September 3
Emerald Mountain Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a Labor Day Weekend BBQ Sale on September 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the EMVFD Fire Station at 1785 Old Ware Road in Wetumpka. Boston butts may be purchased for $30 and plates for $8. The plates will include BBQ pork or ½ chicken, potato salad, baked beans and bread. Cakes will also be available for purchase whole for $25 or $2 per slice. For information or tickets, please call 567-6077 or 567-0405. September 13, October 11, November 15, January 10, February 4 and March 14 The Wetumpka Public Library, along with the Elmore County Museum, invites veterans and family members to sign up and participate in a free monthly reading discussion program on the experience of war, beginning September and ending in March. Discussions will be held in the Elmore County Museum from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: September 13th, October 11th , November 15th , January 10th , February 14th , and March 14th . All books and films will be provided for each participant in advance of each discussion. Recent veterans of the global war on terror are particularly encouraged to participate.
September 19
The annual Taste of Eclectic is scheduled for September 19. The event will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. at the Elmore County High School Cafeteria. The event is free to the public but donations are welcome. Funds go to support the Veteran’s Park in Eclectic.
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Tuesdays with Kelly meeting when Kathie Buntin and her mother, Bennie Kennedy, from Dothan Alabama will discuss flower arranging for the church altar. The door prize will be a devotional booklet “Seasons of Hope and Encouragement” written by Cindy Childress. Music will be provided by Mary Wolfe. Drinks and dessert are compliments of the Rumbling Waters Arts Club so bring your sack lunch to this “lunch and learn” event at noon on the third Tuesday of each month at the Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery 408 South Main Street in Wetumpka, Alabama. Free and open to the public.
ONGOING EVENTS CHILD FIND: The Tallassee City School System is launching its annual campaign to assist children—birth to age 21—who have disabilities and may need special services. The campaign urges parents, service providers, and concerned citizens to contact Child Find, a program to locate, identify and evaluate children with disabilities or children who are believed to have disabilities. The Tallassee City School System wishes to notify you of the availability of special education services in our public schools. If you have questions regarding our programs, or if you wish to refer a student, please contact Lynell Carr at (334) 283-5675 or Child Find (Alabama Department of Education) at 1-800-548-2547.” ART EXHIBITION: There is a free exhibit of sixty-five works of art by the late Priscilla Crommelin featuring vibrant still life and floral paintings, portraits and landscapes at the Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery. SATURDAY NIGHT JAMBOREE: Every second and fourth Saturday of the month is the Highway 231 Saturday Night Jamboree at the Alabama League of the South Cultural Center Building at 12814 Highway 231 North in Wetumpka. There will be country, gospel, and rock and roll music in a good atmosphere. Doors open
at 5:30 p.m. with music from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There will be line dancing, no alcohol, no smoking and no charge. Donations accepted for upkeep of the building. Contact Ray Funderburk at R&R Music and things at 334-9914682 or 224-850-9804 with questions. SANTUCK FLEA MARKET: First Saturday, March-December, dawn to 2 p.m in the area surrounding Santuck Baptist Church. An outdoor flea market with booths featuring arts, crafts, antiques, novelties, imports, food and more. Free admission to the public with free parking available. For info, call 334-567-7400. BLUEGRASS JAM: First Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Alabama River Region Arts Center, Wetumpka. All acoustic instruments welcome guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, bass, singers. Beginner, intermediate, advanced and listeners. For info, call 334-5789485. SIT AND SEW: First Saturday of each month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Alabama River Region Arts Center, Wetumpka. All sewers and knitters welcome. Bring your own sewing machine or hand-sewing project. Assistance and encouragement to help you through your project. Ironing board and iron provided. Free. For info, call 334-578-9485 or visit www.arrac.org. POTTERY CLASS: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Alabama River Region Arts Center, Wetumpka For age 16 and older. $80 for four classes or $20 per week. Taught every Saturday by Rick Bowman. Bring your own tools or use art center tools. Center provides other supplies. For info, call 334-313-1646. CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP: Saturdays, 11 a.m. at the Alabama River Region Arts Center, Wetumpka. For ages 12 and older. $32 for four classes. Taught every Saturday by Cliff Wayne. For info, call 334-3009394. MASTER GARDENERS LUNCH AND LEARN: Second Tuesday of each month, 12 to 1 p.m. at the Elmore County Extension Office, Wetumpka. Hosted by the Central Alabama Master Gardeners
Association. Free and open to the public. Bring a sack lunch, drinks provided. For info, call 334-5676301 or visit www.aces. edu/counties/Elmore/. NAACP MEETINGS: Elmore County Branch NAACP Executive Committee meeting every 3rd Tuesday 6:30pm at MLK Center 200 Lancaster St, Wetumpka Elmore County Branch NAACP regular monthly meeting every 4th Tuesday 6:30pm at MLK Center 200 Lancaster St, Wetumpka SENIOR ACTIVITIES: “Prime Time” activities at the Wetumpka Senior Center, held at the Fain Center, 120 Cotton Street for those 55 and older: Regularly Scheduled Activities Monday-Friday - Lunch, 11:30 a.m. Cost is $1.60 donation if possible. SilverSneakers Classic Exercise Class - M, W, F at 9:30 a.m. - total body toning and muscular strength SilverSneakers Circuit Exercise Class - Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. cardio workout SilverSneakers Yoga Class - Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. - deep breathing, stretching, muscle relaxation Bridge Club Wednesdays, Noon to 3 p.m. Audio Book Clubsecond and fourth Monday of every month at 1 p.m. - enjoy listening to a book on tape while knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc. NEW REGULARLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES DIY Classes - Every first and third Monday at 1 p.m. Do It Yourself Classes to learn to make things you can use around the house, including soap, lotions, crafts and decorations. Uno Wednesdays - 1 p.m. every Wednesday take part in a rousing game or two of Uno. Sock Sisters - 1 p.m. every Thursday come and make non-slip socks to give to nursing home residents. Volleyball - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Join us for an intense game of volleyball, using a beach ball! Bridge - Wanted: Bridge players for afternoon Bridge Club. Meets Wednesday afternoons Noon to 3 p.m. NOTE: For info on any Prime Time event, call 334-567-1335.
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County High School, the audience is able to watch the evolution of gaming right before their eyes. “He (Dean) helped a lot with the videos,” Vittore said. All of this is exciting and members of the band are ready for the upcoming season. However, none of this would be possible without the help of a few very generous people and area businesses. According to Vittore, the band was in need of funding for the televisions and in need of a new tenor drum. “We had recently replaced the whole line, minus that one drum,” Vittore said. Luckily a Good Samaritan stepped-up and donated enough money to purchase the drum and a television. “Mr. Pete Anderson, on behalf of the Masonic Lodge 161, donated $1,000 for a new tenor drum and $800 for a 65’ television,” he said.
Eclectic is a generous town, but this act of generosity has gone above and beyond the call. ““I think it’s phenomenal,” Vittore said. This is not the first time Anderson and the Masonic Lodge 161 have supported the Maroon Machine. “He comes to me every year and asks what the band needs,” Vittore said. The new drum comes at perfect time because the band has gained 14 members this year. Last year the band marched 83 and this year they are marching 97 band members. The new drum also instills a sense of pride in band members. “They (the drums) look better, and when they look better it makes us look better, too,” said Drum Major Dallas Wade. The Maroon Machine also received support from
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Johnson Furniture, Krispy Krunchy Chicken, Bradley Heating and Plumbing and Dr. Andre Harrison. “When they support us we flash their logo on the TV for a couple of seconds so that people know they support us,” Vittore said. Thanks to these supporters and their generous donations the Maroon Machine is geared up and ready for the 2016 band season. This is why Vittore is so thankful for everyone coming together to make this year’s band season a reality. He encourages everyone to come out to the games and support the band and the football team on Friday nights this fall.
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to our youth, because our youth are our future and provide a strong workforce for our community.” Minor said that the $57,000 was split among the four charities based upon their individual needs. Selby explained that each of the charities submitted documentation to ITS on their budgetary needs and their awards were distributed accordingly. The Family Sunshine Center has been serving victims and survivors of family violence for 30 years in Autauga, Butler, Chilton, Crenshaw, Elmore, Lowndes and Montgomery counties. According to Melanie Beasley, who was on hand to accept the donation on behalf of FSC, the agency provides shelter and services to victims of sexual assault. The entity also provides counseling services for adults and children including an outreach and prevention program and bully intervention counseling. The group is also involved in financial skills training and cognitive behavioral therapy. Beasley said that the group has partnered with the Montgomery Public School system to put counselors in the schools. Beasley offered thanks to ITS for the donation. “We thank you. This will make a big difference to us,” she said. Katrina Wellborn was present to represent APEC.
Wellborn said that in Elmore County APEC handles the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which provides books to students up to 5 years of age. “We also want to thank you,” Wellborn said. “We couldn’t do it without you.” Becky Hilty was present on behalf of the Jason Michael Hilty Memorial Scholarship, which goes to a student or students at Wetumpka High School. Jason Hilty was a 2007 graduate of WHS who died from a pulmonary embolism, which was not discovered by doctors, in his right leg. The scholarship goes to a WHS graduate who has many of the same traits Hilty possessed. Matt Nixon was on-hand from the Coosa Outdoor Worship Center. Nixon said the program is geared towards outdoor recreational activities to get children outside to explore all of God’s creation. Nixon said that Coosa Outdoor provides a variety of activities including skeet shooting, archery and a hunting weekend program. Nixon offered a laudatory congratulations to ITS specifically thanking the company for its generosity and involvement in the community.
Election However, he said there were new issues he planned to look into. “There were a lot of new issues that were brought up during the campaign that I’ve taken note of and the council people have discussed … so we will sit down and meet and prioritize those items that the citizens feel like are important to them and determine which ones we can start work on immediately and which ones we have to plan for in the future,” Davenport said. He said he felt the new council members would be an “asset” to the council and their input would help in the direction the town government would take. Place 1 and new mayor pro-tem is Jackie Stearns. Stearns is a business manager at Russell Marine. “I look forward to serving the town and community that I love,” said Stearns in an email. In Place 5, is David Goodwin, an Elmore County High School graduate and previously a reporter with The Eclectic Observer. He also said in an
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email that he was a member of the Eclectic Industrial Development Board. Goodwin said he was “thrilled” to represent the people in his town. “I look forward to working with residents, business owners and
my fellow councilors to guide the town on a prosperous path over the next four years ... With everyone working together, I believe Eclectic will continue to grow and prosper, while preserving the warm community spirit we all treasure,”
said Goodwin.
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Pardon me, ma'am N o matter where I go, coast to coast, border to border, country to country, I do my best in maintaining my good southern values and military bearing. I do this by… blah, blah, blah. While there is some truth to the southern values and military bearing, it really just boils down to respect. Last week, I ended a chat with a friend in Kansas or thought I’d ended it with “Thank you, ma’am.” “Ma’am’ makes me shudder,” she quickly replied. “But I guess I have long graduated to that status.” I hear similar responses wherever I go. It’s a sign of respect and, at least for me, has nothing to do with age. Whether they are 20 years my senior or 20 years my junior, I refer to them as “ma’am.” It’s proper acknowledgement and sounds better than just saying “yeah.” “Yes, ma’am” is much more respectful and appropriate. “You must have been in the military,” they often say. While it’s true that I have been in the military and continue to serve in the Army Reserves, the words “sir” and “ma’am” flowed from my lips long before I ever put on the uniform. I have no doubt the military has been an enhancer, though. As a person who stutters, I most often have trouble with words starting with the letters “f” and “s.” When I was a young, enlisted soldier stationed in Oklahoma, I’d have to answer the phone by saying, “First and Seventeenth Field Artillery. This is Specialist Fuller. How may I help you, sir or ma’am?” As if I didn’t have enough trouble with “hello.” In 2009, while testifying before the senate, Brigadier General Michael Walsh called Senator Barbara Boxer of California “ma’am,” and the following exchange ensued. “You know, do me a favor,” Boxer said. “Could you say ‘senator’ instead of ‘ma’am?” “Yes, ma’am,” Walsh replied. “It’s just a thing, I worked so hard to get that title, so I’d appreciate it, yes, thank you,”
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she said. “Yes, senator,” he answered. Pardon me, ma’am, but it is proper military protocol for service members to use “sir” or “ma’am” when addressing any officer or official who outranks them. When passing a higher ranking female officer, I salute and say “ma’am,” and if it’s two, I salute and say “ladies.” I try to avoid the last situation at all costs, because I can’t help but say “ladies” in a long drawn out manner as if I’m trying to hit on them. Sometimes, I hear soldiers say “ma’ams,” which always tickles me. One time, I was passing a very attractive officer and got stuck. “Mmmmmmmmm,” I said as I rendered my salute. The “a’am” just wasn’t coming out. I’m certain that could have been misconstrued. Speaking of hitting on ma’ams, sometimes autocorrect changes “ma’am” to “mama,” which sounds way too creepy depending on the situation. “Are you available to speak to our group?” asks the hypothetical event planner. “Yes, mama,” I mistakenly reply. When I graduated college, one of my professors suggested I write “Dear madam” instead of “Dear ma’am” on job inquiries or cover sheets. I did not heed his advice. I was inquiring about a job, not an escort. I know women who flat out hate being called “ma’am,” even if they do have a cabinet full of salve and a cupboard full of Cool Whip bowls. I just don’t get it. It’s simply a sign of respect. Perhaps, I’ll just start calling everybody “senator.” Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer, soldier and a lifetime stutterer. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com.
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ince this column has been politicized to the extreme the last few weeks, I decided to dial it back a bit, especially since everyone will probably be tired of discussing the process after yesterday’s elections. Today I decided to discuss something I’ve been dealing with recently. Over the last few weeks I have been looking at the possibility of buying a new or at least newer vehicle. As part of that process I have been engaged in visiting a number of area car dealers. Now in saying this next part I am not specifically singling any dealers out. Some have been local, some have been in Montgomery and some have even been in other states. So any complaints I have are not directed at any specific entity, but the process in general. Let me start by saying I am not a fan of high-pressure sales tactics. In the past I have actually passed on vehicles that were exactly what I wanted because the salesman was a little too pushy for my taste. My normal strategy is to use the Internet to do the majority of my initial investigation. It makes it easier to get an idea of what you are looking at before you go to a dealership. My next step usually includes going and looking at the car or cars in question. My general
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rule for a dealership is simple. When I walk on the lot I try to ascertain where the car I am interested in is located and then take a straight path to it. If I am confronted by a salesperson I simply tell them I am just browsing and that I would prefer to browse alone. I usually say that if I am interested I will come find them. Then I ascertain whether or not they will follow my requests. If they leave me alone while I look I will note that they are the kind of salesperson I can possibly deal with. If they come back quickly or follow me around I tend to simply walk quickly back to my car, never to return again. It may sound a little rude, but I take the position that if you can’t respect my wishes I have no interest in conducting business with you. I once remember a Toyota dealership in Las Vegas that had hundreds of sales people. They would literally stand in a big group outside of the dealership like a herd of cattle waiting for someone to drive on the lot. I once made the mistake of
driving on the lot, accidentally actually, and my car was surrounded by six salesmen, some of whom were actually blocking my vehicle and not allowing me to move. I understand competitive business practices, but come on now. Even if someone passes my initial test they can fail if they become too pushy. I contacted a dealership outside of the Montgomery area about a specific car they had listed on their website. Afterwards, I received an inordinate amount of phone calls, one every thirty minutes in fact, until I had to block their number just to avoid being harassed further. Here is the thing, I get that high-pressure tactics work on some people, but they don’t work on everyone. Some people actually really hate it and will never give you their business. The idea is to treat each customer the way they want to be treated if you are trying to sell them something. While you can never make every customer happy, at least you can try to figure out how that person likes to conduct business and accommodate them. So I suppose the lesson here is if you see me on your lot, don’t run towards me or away from me, give me a little space and let me take a look around and it might just work out for you.
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n 1960 television was a new medium. Most Americans did not have televisions in the early 1950s. However, by 1960 the majority of the country had fallen in love with Lucy and TV. Presidential races had been run by party bosses in urban enclaves like New York and Boston. Political parties and party conventions were extremely important. The parties were controlled by longtime political pols and insiders. Powerful governors and senators would control their state delegations at the nominating conventions and would yield inordinate power at a critical point in the process. Machine and ward politics in the major cities of New York, Boston and Chicago dictated the choice of party nominees, especially within the Democratic Party. The Republican Party was even then more based in the Midwest and rural parts of the nation. We in the South were essentially as irrelevant in presidential politics as we are today. We were entrenched as an island of Southern Democrats based on tradition and the post-Civil War reconstruction animosity. Today, we are reliably Republicans due to race and religion. The country was changing dramatically beginning in 1960. Folks were moving west to California and south to Florida. The northeastern center of political influence was beginning to decline. The 1960 presidential contest is considered one of the most interesting, dramatic and closest in history. It was also a pivotal race because of the advent of television. The television set became the center and king of American presidential politics. In one corner of the heavyweight slugfest was the GOP standard bearer, Richard Nixon. He had been vice-president for eight years under the pop-
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ular General/President Dwight “Ike” Eisenhower. Carrying the Democratic banner was youthful Massachusetts senator and Boston-bred John Kennedy. Most political historians submit that the presidential contest hinged on and was won on television. The presidential debate between Kennedy and Nixon was televised and Americans tuned in. Kennedy was considered the underdog but he turned the race around with his sterling television appearance. He was youthful, articulate and handsome and took to the TV like a duck to water. Nixon, on the other hand, came off as a mean-spirited, scowling, bumbling alternative. Kennedy knew to wear makeup and look rested. He appeared tanned and energetic. Nixon had come into politics through the traditional mediums of newspaper and radio. In fact, most people who listened to the debate on radio said Nixon won the debate. However, he lost big on television. Nixon arrived at the television studio without proper preparation. He refused to wear makeup as he said it was not masculine to wear powder on your face. It would have helped him. Nixon had a pronounced five o’clock shadow. He had failed to shave and he looked very sinister. He also would not smile. He appeared gaunt and pale, probably due to the fact that he had a flare up with phlebitis in his leg and as he was getting out of the car he hit his leg on the door and
he was in severe pain. Kennedy won the presidency with that television debate and a new era of American politics began. Television became the king of politics and for half a century has been the dominant weapon of national politics. However, the presidential race has seen the beginning of the end to television broadcast advertising being omnipotent. In fact, it appears that paid television ads are having an inverse affect. Outsider candidates like Donald Trump have thrived with little or no paid television ads, while Jeb Bush spent over $60 million on television with very little result. Another Floridian, Marco Rubio, spent over $30 million on television. Two also rans and prominent governors, Rick Perry and Scott Walker, spent most of their campaign dough on television with no effect on their polling numbers and left the race before the first primary. This trend actually set in during the presidential race four years ago. Studies indicate that television ads had little or no effect on the Barack Obama versus Mitt Romney contest. Digital advertising is beginning to challenge television’s dominance. Most Americans under 40 get their news online. However, older voters still watch television a lot. Nielson says Americans view an average of 36 hours a week whereas those older than 50 watch 47 hours. The era of king television in American presidential politics may be fading. Those of us older than 60 still like to read our local paper. See you next week. Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. Steve may be reached at www. steveflowers.us.
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Speaker Cynthia Dunning spoke specifically about school violence, while Kimberly McKinney spoke about truancy issues, specifically how it affects overall academic success. Stephan “Idris” Mambazo spoke about HIV and STD prevention. “We had a number of community agencies on hand as well,” Finch said including colleges who distributed information to the students. Food for the event was provided by the Montgomery Area Food Bank and Finch said there were outside activities for the students as well, including go kart building activities and a bounce house. “Our goal is to be a resource for kids,” Finch said noting that there are already future conferences in the works. “The 12 to 17 age group is a very important age group. If you can intervene at that age it can intervene in a child’s life that has had difficulties or one who may be on that path to prevent current or future alcohol or drug abuse.” Finch said that the group is expanding services in Elmore County and is looking at offering additional activities throughout the school year. “We are looking to give kids the opportunity to be involved in something,” Finch said. “We are looking at additional workshops to offer. We are hoping to grow the program.” Finch said that the first conference was recorded and that COSA will be providing copies to area teachers and counselors for use in educational programs. “What is cool is having the community coming together,” Finch said of the event. “They understand the importance of having something for youth to do.” For those interested in COSA and its programs more information can be obtained on the group’s website at www.cosancadd.org or by contacting them at (334) 262-1629.
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Wetumpka native presented with scholarship
Submitted / The Observer
Scholarship recipient Chandler Thornton of Wetumpka was presented a $1,000 scholarship recently from the Charitable Outreach Committee of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Alabama. Also pictured is Tim Ivey of the Grand Lodge COC who presented the check.
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reetings from the corner of Bridge and Bridge! It was a dark and humid morning in Central Alabama. Oh wait, that is pretty much every morning in central Alabama during the summer. It’s always good to have something to count on! The Blues Brothers recorded a great R & B standard back in their day: Everybody Needs Somebody. It is a great tune and a good story. The song basically explains that human beings were not meant to be alone. From time to time over the past ten years, I have written columns for this paper and the church newsletter advocating, if you will, for church involvement. It is part of my job, after all, to encourage people to
come to church. We all know from the sign on I 65 that if we don’t, the devil will get us! Several of those columns have focused on that expression and what many people see as an inhibiting way of thinking about church. The very thought that God keeps some record of church attendance and pulls it out at our time of death to determine our eternal resting place does not fit with any understanding of holy scripture I have ever been taught. Still, there is one way the message on that cute sign with the little devil on it has bearing on this life. It is possible that going to church can help any person ward off evil. The way I am thinking of has nothing to do with any roll called up
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yonder. Often times when a tragedy has occurred, someone connected to a church will offer the expression, “I don’t know how people make it through things like this without faith.” I second that emotion for certain. Faith is the vehicle God uses to transport believers out of hazardous places. I have seen this vehicle first hand this past week. In my tiny reality, it made stops at
UAB Hospital, flood damaged Louisiana, several spots in our fair city, and the great state of Texas. That is naming only the most obvious spots in my personal realm of experience over the last few days. God’s vehicle of deliverance comes in every model, make, and color. It comes in every variety from worn out clunkers to shiny exotics and everything in between. God’s vehicle of deliverance is the divine image instilled in us all. I know what you are saying. Church is a gathering of sinners and hypocrites. Yes it is, and that includes the person in the pulpit. We all sin and fall short in the face of what God makes possible. None of us needs a family like that, right? Wrong.
Religion Briefs Tallassee Church of Christ
Announces our new minister, Charlie Boddy. Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. Worship service begins at 11 a.m. Sunday evening service begins at 5 p.m. Wednesday night services begin at 6 p.m. Visitor’s welcome at all services 334283-5437 209 Gilmer Ave.
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
On Aug. 28 at 10:30 a.m. Father Wells Warren will celebrate the Holy Eucharist, with coffee hour to follow. For more information, visit the church website: http://epiphanytallassee.org/
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OUR LIFE’S JOURNEY is a service of St. Vincent de Paul Church and airs weekly from 8-8:30 a.m. on 580 WACQ and FM 101.1 in Tallassee. Listen Live on www.wacqradio.com or the TuneIn app on your smartphone. The pastor of St. Vincent de Paul is Monsignor Charles Troncale. Aug. 28 - By Faith Alone part 2 Sept. 4 - Which Came First part 1 Sept. 11 - Which Came First part 2
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First Baptist Church Reeltown
Wednesday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. FBCR will welcome Reeltown High School’s Rebel Coach, Matt Johnson and Hannah Johnson as special guest at our First Tailgate Party. Everyone is welcome to meet and greet in Fellowship Hall. Wear your favorite high school or university team shirt and bring tailgate food to share.
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Presents college and career night on Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 6 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Flat Rock Missionary Baptist. This event is designed for high school students to explore college and career possibilities, gather scholarship information and find out about financial aid opportunities.
First United Methodist Church,
As it turns out, everybody needs an imperfect family of faith to love and be loved by. Why? Because in every context of our lives, we have some choice over whom we relate to. In and through church, God puts us together with those God wants us to be with. Yes, every church is an imperfect thing, but in the hands of God, every church family becomes a vehicle for deliverance. Do you have a church family? If not, there are more than enough to choose from in our community. Find one you feel you could belong to and let God take care of the rest. Your quality of life depends on it. Rev. Yarboro is the Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Wetumpka
Would like to invite the community to join us for a celebration concert honoring Dr. Charles McCartha for his 28 years of devoted service as Director of Music. This free concert will be held Aug. 28, 2016 at 2 p.m., at FUMC, 1 Jordan Ave.,
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Sunday, Sept. 25, join us for our Fall Community Celebration. There will be inflatables, games, a train, pony rides, food and much, much more. Our regular Sunday services are Sunday school 9:15 am, morning worship 10:30 am and all Sunday evening activities are at 6 p.m. Our Wednesday night activities are at 6:30 p.m.
Lake Pointe Baptist
Super Sunday evenings, revival-themed services at Lake Pointe Baptist Church, 8352 Highway 50, Dadeville, Alabama, the last two Sunday evenings of August and the first two Sunday evenings of September. That’s Aug. 21 and Aug. 28, then Sept. 4 and Sept. 11, beginning at 6:30 p.m. each evening. Special guest speaker is Dr. Ray Cummings, pastor of Golden Acres Baptist Church in Phenix City, Alabama. Everyone is invited and encouraged to come hear the exciting challenge from God’s Word. For answers to your questions, call the church at 256.373.3293 and leave your message or email pastor@lakepointebaptist.com
Area Churches AME ZION Mt. Zion Chapel AME Zion 2340 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 567-4413 Rogers Chapel AME Zion 709 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 5678144 Jackson Chapel AME Zion 4885 Coosada Rd., Coosada Jones Chapel AME Zion 2414 Ingram Rd. (Co. Rd. 3), Elmore ABUNDANT LIFE Abundant Life Church 9301 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 567-9143 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Agape Tabernacle Assembly of God 1076 Kowaliga Rd., Eclectic 541-2006 Bethel Worship Center 11117 U.S. Hwy 231., Wetumpka 567-5754 Crossroads Assembly of God 2534 AL Hwy 14., Millbrook 285-5545 First Assembly of God 3511 Shirley Ln., Millbrook New Home Assembly of God 5620 Caesarville Rd., Wetumpka 569-2825 BAPTIST Abraham Baptist Church Millbrook Antioch Baptist Church 1115 Antioch Rd., Titus 567-2917 Beulah Baptist Church 2350 Grier Rd., Wetumpka 514-2881 Blue Ridge Baptist 4471 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 567-4325 Brookwood Baptist Grandview Rd., Millbrook Calvary Baptist 504 W. Osceola St., Wetumpka 5674729 Central Baptist 3545 W. Central Rd., Wetumpka 541-2556 Coosada Baptist 20 Kennedy Ave., Coosada Deatsville Baptist 184 Church St., Deatsville Eclectic Baptist Church 203 Claud Rd., Eclectic 541-4444 Faith Baptist 64 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 567-4417 First Baptist Church 205 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 5675191 First Baptist of Elmore Hwy. 14 Co. Rd. 74, Elmore Galilee Baptist 95 Old Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 567-4178 Good Hope Baptist 1766 S. Fleahop Rd., Eclectic
Goodship Baptist Hwy. 143, Millbrook Grace Baptist Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka 567-3255 Grandview Pines Baptist Deatsville Hwy., Deatsville Green Ridge Baptist 288 Turner Rd., Wetumpka 567-2486 Harvest Baptist 2990 Main St., Millbrook Hillside Baptist 405 Old Montgomery Hwy., Wetumpka Holtville Riverside Baptist 7121 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 5145922 Lake Elam Baptist 4060 Gober Rd., Millbrook Liberty Hill Baptist 61 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 5678750 Lighthouse Baptist 2281 Main St., Millbrook Living Water Baptist 1745 Grass Farm Rd. (Co. Rd. 80), Weoka Millbrook Baptist Millbrook 285-4731 Mitts Chapel Baptist 935 Cold Springs Rd., Deatsville 569-1952 Mt. Hebron West Baptist 150 Mt. Hebron Rd., Elmore 567-4441 Mountain View Baptist 1025 Rifle Range Rd., Wetumpka 567-4458 New Harmony Baptist 3094 New Harmony Rd., Marbury 312-1878 New Home Baptist 1605 New Home Rd., Titus 567-0923 New Hope Baptist 6191 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 5691267 New Lily Green Baptist 6504 Deatsville Hwy., Deatsville New Nazareth Baptist Hwy. 143, Deatsville Pleasant Hill Baptist Pleasant Hill Rd., Eclectic 541-3460 Prospect Baptist Prospect Rd., Eclectic 567-5837 Redland Baptist 1266 Dozier Rd., Wetumpka 5678649 Refuge Baptist Church 3098 Red Hill Road Tallassee 334-857-2638 Rehoberth Baptist 8110 Rifle Range Rd., Tallassee 567-9801 Rushenville Baptist 10098 Georgia Rd., Eclectic 541-2418 Saint James Baptist 1005 Nobles Rd., Wetumpka 567-6209 Saint James Baptist
101 Gantt Rd., Deatsville 569-3006 Santuck Baptist 7250 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 567-2364 Seman Baptist Seman, Alabama Shoal Creek Baptist 13214 Holtville Rd., Deatsville 569-2482 Springfield Baptist Hwy. 7, Millbrook Thelma Baptist 810 Weoka Rd., Wetumpka 567-3665 Titus Baptist 6930 Titus Rd., Wetumpka 334-531-2120 Tunnell Chapel Baptist 210 Central Plank Rd., Wetumpka 567-2589 Victory Baptist 5481 Main St., Millbrook Wadsworth Baptist 2780 Hwy. 143, Deatsville 569-2851 BAPTIST - MISSIONARY Atkins Hill 565 Atkins Rd., Wetumpka 567-1141 Cathmagby Baptist 3074 Mitchell Creek Rd., Wetumpka 567-4787 First Missionary Baptist at Guilfield 412 Company St., Wetumpka 5677455 Goodhope 1389 Willow Springs Rd. Wetumpka 567-7133 Lebanon 17877 U.S. Hwy. 231, Titus 514-1097 Mount Canaan 1125 Weoka Rd., Wetumpka 5672141 Mount Pisgah 16621 U.S. Hwy. 231, Titus 567-3668 Mt. Zion 371 AL Hwy. 14, Elmore, 567-2613 Mt. Zion #3 1813 Luke Paschal Rd., Eclectic New Home 5130 Elmore Rd., Wetumpka 5675966 Second Missionary 760 N. Bridge St., Wetumpka 5678601 Spring Chapel Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka 5676493 Sweetwater 163 Michael Lane, Wetumpka 334538-9415 Tabernacle Baptist 1020 W. Tallassee St., Wetumpka 567-0620 BAPTIST - PRIMITIVE Bethel Old School 4625 Jackson Rd. (C.R. 103), Wetumpka Providence
4850 Chana Creek Rd., Wetumpka CATHOLIC Our Lady of Guadalupe 545 White Rd., Wetumpka 567-0311 CHURCH OF CHRIST Church of Christ of Elmore 470 Caesarville Rd., Wetumpka 567-6670 Church of Christ Grandview Pines 165 Deatsville Hwy., Millbrook Cold Springs Church of Christ 5920 Alabama Hwy. 143, Deatsville Georgia Road Church of Christ 4003 Georgia Rd., Wetumpka 5672804 Lightwood Church of Christ 251 New Harmony Rd., Deatsville 569-1510 Redland Road Church of Christ 2480 Redland Rd., Wetumpka 5143656 Wetumpka Church of Christ W. Bridge St. At W. Main St., Wetumpka 567-6561 CHURCH OF GOD Elmore Church of God 10675 Rucker Road, Elmore Gethsemane Church of God 705 Cotton St., Wetumpka 567-9886 Church at the Brook 2890 Hwy. 14, Millbrook Maranatha Church of God 2621 Holtville Rd., Wetumpka 5676786 Victory Tabernacle AOH Church of God Hwy 143, Millbrook Wetumpka Church of God Hwy. 9 N. Wetumpka 215-3091 CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN Cedarwood Congregational Christian 10286 US Hwy 231 N, Wetumpka 567-0476 Seman Congregational Christian 15970 Central Plank Rd., Seman Union Congregational Christian 8188 Lightwood Rd., Marbury 5692122 EPISCOPAL The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 2602 Gilmer Ave., Tallassee 252-8618 Trinity Episcopal Church 5371 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-7534 St. Michael & All Angels Church 5941 Main St., Millbrook HOLINESS New Beginnings Holiness 865 Crenshaw Rd., Wetumpka 5679211
Summit Holiness 2050 Hwy. 14, Millbrook Temple of Deliverance Holiness 620 Alabama St., Wetumpka 5143114 JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 9235 U.S. Hwy. 231, Wetumpka 567-8100 LATTER DAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1405 Chapel Rd., Wetumpka 5678339 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Cobbs Ford Rd., Millbrook LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church 2175 Cobbs Ford Rd., Prattville PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 100 W. Bridge St., Wetumpka 5678135 Millbrook Presbyterian Corner of Main St. & Coosada Rd. Valley View Presbyterian - PCA 4125 Rifle Range Rd. Wetumpka 386-2386 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST First Elmore Seventh Day Adventist 210 Lucky Town Rd., Elmore 5141020 INDEPENDENT METHODIST Claud Independent Methodist Church 81232 Tallassee Hwy, Eclectic 5412552 UNITED METHODIST Cain’s Chapel United Methodist 96 Lightwood Rd., Deatsville 5692375 Central United Methodist Church 11721 Central Plank Rd. Central Elmore United Methodist Church 40 Hatchet St., Elmore 567-8653 First United Methodist Church 306 W. Tuskeena St., Wetumpka 567-7865 First United Methodist Church 3350 Edgewood, Millbrook Harmony United Methodist Church 8000 Titus Rd., Titus Mulder Memorial United Methodist 3454 Fire Tower Rd., Wetumpka 567-4225 New Style United Methodist 64 Old Georgia Plank Spur, Wetumpka 567-9840
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11th Annual Bark in the Park set for Sept. 18 BY REA CORD Executive Director HSEC
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ur last big event of the year is less than a month away so hope to see everyone at our 11th Annual Bark in the Park at Fort Toulouse in Wetumpka on Sunday, 18 September from 1-5 pm! Our afternoon kicks off with a Police K-9 demonstration by Officer Saint of the Wetumpka Police and his K-9 partner - you won’t want to miss this so don’t be late. Throughout the afternoon there will be interactive demonstrations of Agility & K-9 Nosework where you might find a new fun thing you can do with your dog. At 2:30 we hope you can join in on the Pup Parade to show off your loved and special pooch to a huge crowd of pet lovers. Need to get your dog microchipped? Then Bark in the Place is for you as we will have a Microchip Clinic and ‘Ask the Vet’ thanks to Tuskegee University Veterinary School from 1:30-3:30 pm. For a cost of $25, you can get your dog microchipped and that will also include the registration with 24 PetWatch. If you have
questions you would like to ask a Veterinarian, there will be Veterinarians and senior students from the Tuskegee Veterinary School on hand - only questions though, there will be no exams, rabies vaccinations or treatments done. Bring your appetite (and some money) as Uncle Bob’s Dog House will be with us serving yummy hot dogs; Venice Gelato will have the always popular Italian Ice & Lemonade. And we will have a drink trailer from Buffalo Rock/Pepsi. Don’t miss your chance to have your pet’s photo taken by Diana Bunch, Pet Pawtography. She will be set up at the Blacksmith’s Shed near the Museum. There will be a variety of Children’s Games; Vendors; Wildlife touch table; Meet the Breed with members of the Montgomery Kennel Club; Rescue Groups; Puppets – the list goes on! Our special Blue Tie-Dye Bark in the Park 2016 T-Shirt will be for sale for $15 and will be for sale at our shelter office after 1 September. Admission to Bark in the Park is $5/person 13 years old and older. ALL dogs coming to Bark in
the Park must be good in public, meaning good around children, adults and other dogs in a very busy situation, AND they must have a current rabies tag/proof of rabies vaccination to come to the Park. Parking can be tight, so please be prepared to walk just a bit to get from your parking spot to our activities. You will receive a map of events as you come through the gate. We do still have Vendor spots available and Bark in the Park is a great place for folks to be able to learn about your business, product or service. We welcome local businesses, clubs, civic groups, etc. Our Vendor fee is a measly $35 and you must bring your own tables/pop-up/ chairs. There is no electricity available so if you must bring a generator please let us know for site planning. To get a Vendor Application please contact us at the shelter at hselco@bellsouth. net or call us at 334-567-3377. Cross fingers for a cool and sunny day and join us for an afternoon of fun with fellow pet-loving folks and shelter supporters! Just in case though - the rain date for Bark in the Park is Sunday, 25 September, 1-5 pm, still at Ft. Toulouse.
Meet Erma - Pet of the Week Erma is a one-year old female Lab/Pit mix that was rescued after someone dumped her. She is about 50 lbs, just a sweetheart who loves everyone and is great with her male kennel partner. Erma walks great on a leash, is very gentle when playing and she has exceptional manners. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations, de-worming, microchip, heartworm check for dogs, rabies vaccination if old enough, free health exam with your participating veterinarian. To meet all the great pets at our shelter come to 255 Central Plank Road, Wetumpka, AL, 36092, go to our website at www.elmorehumane. org for more information, email us at hselco@ bellsouth.net or give us a call at 334-567-3377. We are open for adoptions Mon–Fri 10-5 & Sat 9-3.
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Elmore County sophomore running back D.J. Patrick (4) lowers his shoulders on two defenders during last week’s season opener versus Montgomery Academy at Burt-Haynie FIeld.
Panther’s take ‘No quit’ mantra to ACA By CORY DIAZ Sports Editor
The season-opening game got off to a slow start for Elmore County last week. Montgomery Academy bolted out to a first-quarter 14-0 lead over the Panthers before lightning delayed the contest multiple times. Lining up at running back in a varsity game for the first time, sophomore D.J. Patrick embodied the Panthers’ no quit motto en route to rushing for four touchdowns and 190 yards to lead his team back to a 35-28 victory. “We had a little beef going on with Montgomery Academy before the game even started,” Patrick said. “I told my boys that I wasn’t going to let them just come in and whoop us like that. I already told them what I was going to do before the game started. I was going to go out there, and I was going to run up and
down on them boys. “That’s what I came to do, that’s what I had set in my mind. We got our shirts that say, ‘Not Dead, Can’t Quit.’ We just kept on quoting it, ‘not dead, can’t quit,’ during the whole game. That’s what got me through it.” ECHS head football coach Norman Dean and senior center and captain Ryan Rush said before the season started that the offensive line would be key this year. And the unit didn’t disappoint its first time out in 2016, paving the way for nearly 400 yards of offense. “I’d give them a nine out of 10,” Rush said of the offensive line. “I believe we played our hearts out. We had a really good offensive game up front.” Despite the wet conditions, Elmore County (1-0) didn’t have any bad snaps as senior quarterback Will Venable went 6-for-11 for 177 yards, including an 86-yard touchdown strike to junior wide receiver
Terrence Head. “It sets the tone for the upcoming games ahead. It gets everybody energized up,” Rush said. “Right now, the big thing is we’re undefeated, that gives us a drive, keep playing harder and look forward to the next game.” Stopping the run and the waggle pass has been the point of emphasis on defense as the Panthers prepare for their first road contest this Friday at Alabama Christian Academy (1-0), led by sophomore signal caller Reece Solar. Winning set the right attitude for the team, Patrick said, but overlying for Elmore County will be its mantra. “ Just got to stick with it. Not dead, can’t quit,” Patrick said. “If I’m on the field and I ain’t dead, I can’t quit. I got to support my team.” ECHS and ACA kickoff Friday at 7 p.m.
ASWA Week 1 Football Polls Class 7A
1. McGill-Toolen (24) (1-0) 314 2. James Clemens (2) (0-0) 236 3. Hoover (1) (1-0) 229 4. Spain Park (1-0) 182 5. Bob Jones (1-0) 155 6. Hewitt-Trussville (1-0) 130 7. Murphy (0-0) 93 8. Central-Phenix City (0-1) 90 9. Auburn (1-0) 67 10. Lee-Montgomery (1-0) 19
Class 6A
1. Clay-Chalkville (21) (1-0) 305 2. Blount (2) (1-0) 215
3. Spanish Fort (4) (0-1) 205 4. Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa (1-0) 193 5. Opelika (1-0) 174 6. Oxford (1-0) 127 7. Park Crossing (1-0) 110 8. Saraland (1-0) 69 9. Bessemer City (1-0) 45 10. Benjamin Russell (0-0) 39
Class 5A
1. St. Paul’s (27) (1-0) 324 2. Jackson (0-0) 238 3. Alexandria (0-0) 205 4. Russellville (0-0) 191 5. Mortimer Jordan (0-1) 141
6. Beauregard (0-0) 118 7. Eufaula (1-0) 103 8. Etowah (0-1) 96 9. Guntersville (0-0) 42 10. Brooks (0-1) 19
Class 4A
1. Cordova (11) (1-0) 268 2. Madison Acad. (9) (0-0) 258 3. Andalusia (1-0) 199 4. UMS-Wright (5) (0-1) 197 5. Leeds (2) (1-0) 166 6. Munford (0-1) 101 7. North Jackson (0-0) 94 8. West Limestone (1-0) 80 9. Thomasville (0-0) 57 10. Fayette Co. (0-1) 45
Class 3A
1. Piedmont (25) (1-0) 318 2. Gordo (2) (1-0) 248 3. T.R. Miller (0-0) 198 4. Hillcrest-Evergreen (0-0) 172 5. Opp (0-0) 154 6. Colbert Co. (0-0) 113 7. Montevallo (0-0) 108 8. Daleville (0-0) 76 9. Bayside Acad. (0-1) 68 10. Oakman (0-0) 47
Class 2A
1. Elba (27) (0-0) 324 2. Washington Co. (0-0) 213 3. Fyffe (0-0) 202 4. G.W. Long (0-0) 173 5. Lanett (1-0) 165
6. Tanner (0-1) 144 7. New Brockton (0-0) 104 8. LaFayette (1-0) 93 9. Cleveland (0-0) 65 10. Aliceville (0-0) 46
Class 1A
1. Maplesville (24) (0-0) 314 2. Linden (2) (0-0) 234 3. Cedar Bluff (1) (0-0) 228 4. Brantley (0-0) 178 5. Pickens Co. (0-0) 147 6. Notasulga (1-0) 128 7. Spring Garden (0-0) 93 8. Sweet Water (0-0) 82 9. Berry (1-0) 55 10. Decatur Heritage (0-1) 32
AISA
1. Bessemer Acad. (27) (2-0) 324 2. Escambia Acad. (2-0) 241 3. Autauga Acad. (0-0) 215 4. Monroe Acad. (0-1) 136 5. Lowndes Acad. (0-0) 123 6. Abbeville Chr. (0-1) 101 7. Marengo Acad. (0-0) m94 8. Fort Dale Acad. (0-0) 92 9. Jackson Acad. (1-0) 80 10. Morgan Acad. (1-0) 39
Alabama Nature Center to host 3rd Annual Water Fest STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
The Alabama Nature Center (ANC) in collaboration with the Elmore County School System will hold the Elmore County Water Festival at the ANC in Millbrook Aug. 23. The program is specifically designed to address an Alabama Course of Study Objective for science; teaching them about the water cycle and the importance and value of clean water and personal responsibility for our water resources in an educational, fun and engaging atmosphere. Students will be exposed to water through a wide variety of activities such as: · Water Features Hike – Students will see first-
hand what happens to precipitation when it reaches the earth’s surface by tracing water’s journey from its source as a natural spring to its destination in a stream. · Aquatic Life Roundup – Students will explore the myriad of life that is supported by a pond by using nets to sample for animals that live there. Students will discover how animals adapt to aquatic life and how their survival is related to water quality. · Aquatic Animal Presentation – Students will have the opportunity to meet several of the ANC’s education animals, including a midland waters snake, turtles, salamanders and frogs. · Stream Walk – A hike in Still Creek will spark discussion about how humans contribute to the overall health of our waterways, including man’s effects on
water quality, erosion and pollution. Students will learn that our drinking water is the result of a treatment/filtering process provided by our local water systems. Many thanks to our funding partners: Alabama Power Company, Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood, Inc., The Water Works and Sewer Board of the City of Wetumpka, Elmore Water and Sewer Authority, Central Elmore Water and Sewer Authority, Alabama Clean Water Partnership (Alabama River Basin), Prattville-Millbrook Sunrise Rotary Club, Lake Jordan Homeowners & Boat Owners Association (HOBO), International Paper – Prattville & Pine Hill Facilities and Alabama Department of Environmental Management.