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December 9-10, 2017 Vol. 125, No. 244 www.alexcityoutlook.com 75¢
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‘Turnout is key’
Tallapoosa County voters head to polls Tuesday By MITCH SNEED Editor
Will partisan politics carry Republican Roy Moore to a victory in Alabama’s Senatorial or will allegations about his past and his track record of grandstanding and outlandish behavior help Democrat Doug Jones win the seat? Voters in Alabama and Tallapoosa County will make that decision Tuesday. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and experts say the circumstances surrounding this race make it difficult to predict.
Coosa County man killed by truck
Former state legislator and political analyst Steve Flowers said while Alabama is as red as any state gets, we may not know until all the votes are counted who will emerge as the winner. Flowers said that people may one thing publically, but may do something different when they fill in that bubble at the polls “It would be highly unlikely that a Democrat could beat a Republican for a U.S. Senate Seat in the Heart of Dixie,” Flowers said. “We are one of the most reliably Republican states in America, especially when it comes to federal offices. However, this is a special election See ELECTION • Page 3
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This is a photo illustration of Republican Roy Moore and Democrat Doug Jones. Tallapoosa County and Alabama voters will be heading to the polls Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to elect Alabama’s next Senator.
EARLY SURPRISE Winter storm creates havoc on area roads
STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
A Goodwater man is dead after being struck by a truck Thursday evening. A single-vehicle crash occurred at 6:10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 claiming the life of a pedestrian. Bobbie Joe Jordan, 39, of Goodwater was struck by a 1971 Chevrolet pickup while he was in the roadway on Coosa County 85 near Coosa County 77, approximately six miles west of Alexander City. Jordan was pronounced dead a short time later at Russell Medical Center. The driver of the Chevrolet remained at the scene. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.
STAFF REPORT TPI Staff
The Alexander City Police Department worked multiple accidents on Friday, including a crash on Hillabee Street, above. Law enforcement were called to at least 20 accidents on area roads from just 10 to 11:45 a.m. Right, an Alexander City School bus makes its way down Franklin Street dropping off children along the way. Alexander City School Superintendent Dr. Darrell Cooper said his decision not to close the city schools was based on the best information he had available to him over the past several days.
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United Way gives supporters final fundraiser campaign update By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer
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Snow and sleet came earlier than expected and returned in waves throughout the day Friday causing major problems on area roads and creating anxious moments for motorists, parents, law enforcement and road crews. Area law enforcement were called to at least 20 accidents on area roads from 10 to 11:45 a.m. and then the wintry mix let up as the temperature climbed above freezing. But the snow returned at about 2 p.m. and wet pavement froze as the temperature dipped again. That’s when the second major wave of accidents lit up the phones for local first responders. “We got an early surprise,” Alexander City Police Chief Jay Turner said. “The forecast we had going in was that the real problems would come later, especially into Friday night. But when it started right there at about 10, it was all hands on deck and we had accidents everywhere.” In the first wave, the Alexander City Police Department worked multiple
A crowd of nearly 30 people braved the winter weather Friday to attend the final 2018 “Team United” fundraiser campaign update. Those who picked their way though the freezing rain and snow were treated to a wonderful feast and exciting news about where the fundraiser stood. After enjoying a meal of fried chicken, ham, creamed corn, macaroni, sweet potato casserole and blackeyed peas, Sandra and
Sharon Fuller told the audience that, thanks to a major push from businesses and local organizations, November brought the Lake Martin Area United Way even closer to its goal of $550,000. “November was a busy month,” Sandra Fuller said. “That’s a good thing. We really believe we can make it.” Thanks to donations large and small, such as $25,000 from the Adelia Russell Donald Campbell / The Outlook Foundation and $19,000 from the city Lasaua Willis of Russell Brands fills in part of the fundraiser thermometer while co-worker Allan See UNITED • Page 3 Cutts looks on during Friday’s campaign update for the Lake Martin Area United Way.
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