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THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2016

22 candidates qualify for election Four vie for mayor’s seat while council will have at least three new members

By MITCH SNEED Editor

A total of 22 candidates have stepped up and expressed the willingness to serve the people of Dadeville.

Qualifying for the Aug. 23 municipal elections closed

at 5 p.m. on Tuesday and the ballot is packed with familiar names, political newcomers and community activists who all qualified to seek a leadership position.

On that list are four See CANDIDATES • Page 10

2016 LOCAL ELECTION CANDIDATES Stephanie Kelly (incumbent)

Mayor Frank Goodman Mike Ingram Wayne Smith Mickey Tarpley

District 2 Brownie Caldwell Harold Gamble Thomas Parker Allen Treadwell

District 1 Betty J. Adams Darryl Heard

District 3 Kevin Hall Teneeshia Johnson David Brandon Jones Ronald Rowe District 4 Ray Abercrombie Troy Davis

Stop signs and caution lights will be used until traffic flow is changed

By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer

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District 5 H.A. “Dick” Harrelson Kenneth Thompson Tony Dewayne Wolfe

Council votes to eliminate traffic lights

Camp ASCCA celebrates Elks Day Approximately 50 members of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks from throughout Alabama were on hand Tuesday to celebrate Elks Day at Camp ASCCA in Jackson’s Gap, Camp ASCCA provides a variety of camping experiences for adults and children with disabilities.

The Elks, many accompanied by their wives, were treated to tours of the facility before joining approximately 100 campers and several Camp ASCCA staff and volunteers for lunch in the camp’s dining room.

In all, Elks from nine different lodges – Alexander City, Anniston, Auburn-Opelika, Bessemer, Cahaba Valley, Calera, Dothan, Mobile and Huntsville – were represented.

“Camp ASCCA is our major

Roy Mathis Billy Monroe (incumbent)

By MITCH SNEED Editor

The Dadeville City Council voted Wednesday to make some changes to the traffic control devices in the downtown area after some issues with the aging traffic lights cropped up recently.

The council voted to go with the state’s recommendation to eliminate the red lights at two intersections along Broadnax Street. One light will be eliminated where the road crosses LaFayette and the other at the intersection of Broadnax and Columbus Street will also be taken down.

Stop signs and caution lights will instead be used to help

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Dadeville’s Bucky Heard and Bill Medley create a big presence on stage in Las Vegas as the Righteous Brothers.

From church choir to Righteous Brothers

By MIA OSBOURN Staff Writer

Looking back, Bucky Heard should have realized he was meant for show business.

“In retrospect, I knew even as far back as kindergarten and first grade. On show-andtell days, I would always sing for the class,” he said.

The Tallapoosa County native didn’t

know that he was taking the first steps in a career that would send him to Las Vegas as part of a famous rock duo. He just knew he was doing what he loved: performing.

Heard sang in the choir at Dadeville First Baptist Church and his high school, Lyman Ward Military Academy. After graduation, he headed for Auburn University to pursue a

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Simpkins entertains Kiwanis with Cole story

By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer

Daphne Simpkins likes Nat King Cole, both his story and his music.

She likes his music because it is beautiful and she was introduced to it at an early age.

“I came to a liking for Nat King Cole the honest Southern woman way in that I was raised by a mother who very rarely said anything out loud in public, certainly not authoritatively in the presence of her husband, my father, the preacher,” Simpkins said. “But there were times when my silent,

dutiful, 5-foot-2 mother, who rarely exerted herself in any authoritative way, would stand up when the TV was on and she would say, ‘Everybody be quiet! Nat King Cole’s about to sing.’ We would freeze, we would be in such shock. It was a game of statues for us. We would just stay put. And then he would be singing on TV and she would not move and her gaze would be riveted on him.”

Simpkins, educated at Montgomery’s Sidney Lanier High School and Auburn

Daphne Simpkins speaks to the Dadeville Kiwanis Club Thursday on the life of Alabama native Nat King Cole.

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Obituaries

Police Reports

Robbie Mae Heard

Dadeville Police Department July 19

Mrs. Robbie Mae Heard, 82, of Dadeville, AL passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, AL. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, July 22, 2016, 1:00 p.m. CST at Mt. Zion East Missionary Baptist Church in Dadeville, AL, Rev. Jimmy Thomas, Pastor; Officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.

Mrs. Heard is survived by a daughter, Dona Foster and son-in-law, Frankie L. Foster, of Indianapolis, IN, two sons, Isaac Heard and Jarvis Heard, both of Dadeville, AL, one sister, Janet Sands (Wallace) of Dadeville, AL, an aunt, Mary W. Johnson of Syracuse, NY; eight grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, seven sisters-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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• A report was filed for domestic violence that occurred on E. Cass Street.

• An Alexander City woman, age 39, was arrested at the Tallapoosa County Jail on the charge of failure to appear.

Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home in Lafayette, Alabama is handling the arrangements.

• A report was filed for domestic violence that occurred on E. Lafayette Street.

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• A report was filed for theft of property that occurred on Highway 280.

• A report was filed for assault third that occurred on Freeman Drive.

• A report was filed for harassment and criminal trespass that occurred on Lakeshore Drive.

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• A report was filed for harassment that occurred on Thweatt Industrial Blvd.

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• A report was filed for domestic violence that occurred on Railroad Street.

• A report was filed for domestic

violence that occurred on Lett Street.

• A Dadeville man, age 61, and a Dadeville woman, age 55, were arrested on Hatcher Street on the charges of Domestic Violence.

July 13

• A report was filed on E. Lafayette Street for unauthorized use of a vehicle.

• A Dadeville man, age 26, was arrested on Thweatt Industrial Blvd on two charges of Failure to Appear and one charge of criminal trespass.

• A Salem male, age 33, was arrested on Village Street on the charges of possession of drug paraphernalia, indecent exposure and disorderly conduct.

Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department July 18

• A resident of Bluebird Lane in Daviston, filed a report for assault.

• A resident of Booger Hollow in Dadeville, filed a report for criminal mischief David McDaniel of Whaley Ferry Road in New Site, was arrested for harassment.

July 17

• A resident of Sandalwood Drive in Dadeville filed a report for criminal mischief.

• A resident of County Road 79 in Daviston filed a report for harassment

July 15

• A resident of Campbell Road in Dadeville filed a report for theft of property.

• A resident of creek run in Jacksons Gap filed a report for harassment.

July 14

• Jeremy Emfinger of Alabama Highway 9 in Goodwater was arrested for a probation violation.

• A resident of Denver road in Dadeville, filed a report for harassment.

• A resident of West Fern Avenue in Foley, filed a report for theft by deception.

• A resident of Paxton Drive in Tallassee, filed a report for criminal mischief and theft of property.

• A resident of Germany’s Ferry Road in Daviston, filed a report for theft of property.

• A resident of Gardner Road in Dadeville, filed a report for a private property accident.

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Please contact Terry Bishop at 256-409-2020 for more information.

AWANA: Wayside Baptist Church hosts Awana Sundays from 4:40 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for ages three to high school. For more information contact George Gardin, student minister, at 864-580-0343.

VOLUNTEER: Southern Care Hospice is seeking volunteers. Please call Lizz Gillenwaters at 256-2341134 or 256-749-3717 for more information.

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OFFICE CAREERS: The Office Careers Technology program is funded by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and was created to help dislocated workers learn new employable skills. To qualify for the programs be a dislocated worker (layoff) or a low-income family. Anyone interested in the classes should contact the Alexander City Career Center @ 256-215-4494 and ask about the WIA program.

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University, grew up to be a writer and a teacher, teaching English and writing about a variety of topics. She is also a storyteller and passionate when she talks about a subject she loves.

Simpkins loves Nat King Cole. And when she shared her knowledge about the Montgomery-born crooner at Thursday’s meeting of the Dadeville Kiwanis Clubs, she used the full arsenal of her storytelling gifts.

Simpkins ran through Cole’s besting of Chicago legend Earl “Fatha” Hines in a piano contest.

“That was a big ol’ competition,” Simpkin said.

“And Nat King Cole challenged “Fatha” Hines to a musical dual at the Savoy. And that young man played his fingers off that night and bested Earl “Fatha” Hines and that night became known as the Prince of the Ivories.

“From that place of self-confidence, he was a part of that play “Shuffle Along” and when Shuffle Along wanted to go on the road, Nat King Cole wanted to go with it. There was a woman involved. Her name was Nadine Robinson. Nadine Robinson was something called a chorus girl. Y’all remember chorus girls?

They are ladies who can dance. In synch with each other. And kick their legs real high.”

Cole and Robinson married and, after the “Shuffle Along” manager skipped town with the profits in

Ypsilanti, Michigan, headed for California where Cole found work in seedy nightclubs.

“They didn’t shine a spotlight on him and he didn’t come out and sit at a gran Steinway piano,” Simpkins said. ‘He came out and sat down in front of pianos that, when you opened them up, they’d be sticky with nicotine and beer and they wouldn’t be tuned. But Nat, beng a smart guy, culd sit down, run his hands down the keyboard and then back up on the flat keys and figure out which one of them were going to hang up on him while he was playing and could spontaneously improvise music to play around the bad keys so he could get better tips.”

“Then one night there’s some old guy in the back who starts screaming out, I wanna hear ‘Sweet Lorraine’ and he starts banging on the table. The manager comes out and tells Nat to sing ‘Sweet Lorraine.’ Nat says, ‘But I don’t sing’ and the manager says, ‘Well, you’re gonna sing tonight.’ The song was a big hit, the drunk in the back of the room shut up and the success of the song and the warmth of the audience was so great that the manager finds this gold foil crown off of some loaf of bread or something and he comes out and puts it on Nat’s is no longer Prince of the Ivories, but instantly becomes known as Nat ‘King’ Cole.”

Simpkins goes on to tell of Cole’s third marriage

ASCCA project,” said Mike Thrasher of Bessemer, the state president of the Elks. “Each state has to have a major project and Camp ASCCA is the one we’ve chosen.”

Each year, Thrasher said, the Elks make a $50,000 donation to the camp, most of which, according to Dana Rickman, director of marketing and communications for the camp, is directed toward capital projects.

“The Elks have been involved with Camp ASCCA since 2008,” said Allison Wetherbee, community relations director for the camp. “The first project they were involved with was renovating the main office building. Since that time, they have been involved with many different projects and several different activities.”

The camp’s administration building carries the group’s name, called The Alabama Elks Administration Building. Most recently the group helped finance the renovation of a combination

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arts and crafts building and storm shelter.

For the last two years, the Elks have also sponsored the camp’s Christmas weekend, traditionally held two weeks before Christmas.

The Elks visited Camp ASCCA on what is one of the camp’s busiest weeks of the year with both its teenage and sports camps in full swing.

“Our camps are broken down by age group rather than disability,” said Wetherbee. “Simultaneously with the teenage camp, we have sports camp. That’s a combination of able-bodied and special needs campers that participate in the sports opportunities we provide, such as basketball, tennis, sitskiing and scuba diving. This is a busy time.

“We have 80-100 campers per week. Summer is our busiest season, but we are a year-round camp.”

Wetherbee herself is a former camper at Camp ASCCA. She

came to the facility as a camper for 10 years, from 1978 to 1988. In November 2007, she had a chance to join the camp’s staff. “t definitely gives me a unique perspective,” Wetherbee said.

Throughout the United States, more than 850,000 Elks making up 2,000 lodges are providing charitable services that help build stronger communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking projects that address unmet needs and by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans.

Camp ASCCA is designed to help eligible individuals with disabilities and/or health impairments achieve equality, dignity, and maximum independence through a safe and quality program of camping, therapeutic recreation, and education in a year-round barrierfree environment.

to Maria Hawkins Ellington, widow of Spurgeon Ellington, one of the Tuskegee Airmen, the couple’s adoption of Maria’s niece, Cookie, and the birth of the couple’s daughter, Natalie Simpkins also tells of Cole’s short-lived television show, cancelled by Cole himself after a year after its failure to attract sufficient advertisers.

“Madison Avenue is afraid of the dark,” Cole famously said.

Cole was diagnosed in 1964 with lung cancer, just prior to the release of the movie “Cat Ballou” in which he played a troubadour who sang the opening theme. The movie also starred Lee Marvin and, in the title role, Jane Fonda.

“He passed away on Feb. 15 at the very, very young age of 45,” Simpkins sad. “And by then he had contributed over a thousand songs to the American songbook. “He had deserted jazz for pop because there was a better living in it. And jazz enthusiasts would say, ‘You have actually betrayed us’ by going after the pop music they didn’t know.

“Except he was out in jazz clubs at night, strangely enough under the last name of Robinson, his first wife’s last name. Playing jazz with musicians everywhere. His heart never really left jazz. It’s just that he needed to earn a living.”

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Candidate variety gives voters many choices

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erhaps it’s the fact that it’s a presidential election year and politics is on everyone’s mind.

Perhaps it’s some amount of dissatisfaction with the status quo that seems to exist at every level of government, from city hall to the White House.

But, for whatever reason, this year’s municipal elections in both Alexander City and Dadeville offer the voters plenty of choice.

In Alexander City, 18 candidates have tossed their hats in the ring for the mayor’s job and the six city council seats. In Dadeville, the races are even more crowded, with 22 candidates having qualified for the mayor’s race and the five city council contests.

We’re proud to see it, because more choice is always a good thing.

But we hope that all of the candidates are prepared for the significant and important tasks they face.

Earlier this month, The Outlook asked three former mayors of Alexander City – Barbara Young, Ben Cleveland and Don McClellan – about some of the most important qualities for a person to effectively serve in a public office. Among the things they mentioned were selflessness, open-mindedness, the abilities to lead, manage, surround yourself with good people and intelligence.

Young said even after serving on the city council for several years, the things she had to learn as mayor made her “head hurt.”

In the end, regardless of whether it’s the folks of Dadeville or the good people of Alexander City, what the people want most of all is someone they can trust.

“They want to know if they have a problem, you will be there,” Cleveland said. “They want to know that even if you don’t always agree, you’ll be fair.”

Sounds easy enough. But McClellan says it’s not.

“It’s not an easy job and anyone who is considering a run for office should know that,” McClellan said. “But, even with that, it can be very rewarding knowing you helped make your town a better place.”

The candidates have qualified. We have plenty of choice. Now it’s up to us to make the right ones.

Editorial Public education – a combat multiplier

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am a retired U. S. Army Infantry officer who served on active duty for 28 years. I retired in December 1996. During this period I commanded combat infantry units from platoon through brigade size. Army Ranger. Army Paratrooper.

I have learned two things from this experience.

Leadership is a combat multiplier. That is not new or revolutionary. It is well documented that good leaders add value whether preparing units for combat or leading them in combat.

Second, public education is also a combat multiplier.

Wait a minute, what are you implying? This will require further thought and discussion.

Educational activists, reformers and just plain “bashers” for the last 60 years have gone to great lengths to tell us how bad public education is and how it is failing our nation and students. They primarily use national test data to support their argument. I want to take one element of national power and refute this argument — military power.

I served in the worst of times and the best of times in my 28 years. The worst of times? Returning from Vietnam to a country that scorned our military, spit on us as we traveled across country to our homes and next duty stations, ridiculed us in airports and public places, would not allow us on many college campuses in uniform and little or no support from our elected officials. This was a “gutted” military with low morale and a beaten-down mentality. It was the worst of times.

The best of times began in the early 80’s. An all voluntary Army. High school

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graduates. New and better equipment. Soldiers serving for a higher purpose and sky-high morale. It didn’t happen overnight, but it was the beginning of a culture change. It was lead by strong leaders who had experienced the worst of times.

There was tremendous advancement in the warfighting capabilities of our Armed Forces. We developed and deployed the most technically advanced war-fighting systems in the world. Our target-acquisition systems, fire-control systems, intelligence-gathering systems, tanks, artillery, airplanes, ships and individual soldier equipment is now the most technologically advanced in the world.

Who operates these complex systems and makes them work as intended?

Soldiers, airmen, marines and navy persons who graduated from our public schools.

Private schools, prep schools and home schools do not supply our Armed Forces.

The overwhelming majority of those serving in the best volunteer fighting force ever graduated from our public school systems across this nation.

We have for the last 100 years been the most dominant military power on earth.

We are the most economically advanced country on earth and the most technologically advanced. How can this be if our public education system is so bad and failing those we serve?

So when some reformer from some “think tank” far away tells you how bad public education is today, remind them that the most powerful military the world has known with the most technologically advanced war-fighting systems available stands ready to defend this nation filled with public school graduates.

Do you want “test takers” or tough, competitive, creative, committed, dedicated, public school graduates to keep America great? Give me the public school graduate every time. I have witnessed firsthand what they can do in the “worst of times and the best of times”.

Alabama is facing the critical decision of hiring our next state superintendent of education. We have experienced hard times the last eight years, but not the worst of times. A strong educational leader who has walked in the shoes of public educators and felt the sting of struggle is required to keep us from the worst of times. This is not the time for experimental leadership. This is not the time for on-the-job training. This is not the time for a “think tank” educational activist from far away. We need a leader who has been in the trenches; walked in the shoes of Alabama teachers, principals and superintendents and experienced the hard times. The Armed Forces got it right in leader selection in the 80s. We need to get it right on Aug. 4.

We don’t have to experience the worst of times.

Joe Windle is the Superintendent of the Tallapoosa County School System. He can be contacted at jwindle@tallapoosak12. org.

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Second rare case for chances in Vegas

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or the second straight year, I performed at the NonCommissioned Officers Association’s annual conference in Las Vegas with my pals The GI’s of Comedy. Our shows usually go pretty well, but last year was a stinker for me.

I got really drunk before the show. If Forest Gump had something like 14 Dr. Peppers at the White House, then I must’ve had something like 14 beers before that show, and the first seven were high gravity beers. That was a lousy decision on my part.

I was going through a difficult stretch last year and often chose to drown my sorrows in beer, but then I’d go three weeks without one.

I didn’t drink all the time, but when I did, I made up for lost time. I wasn’t and I’m not an alcoholic, but one doesn’t have to be an alcoholic to have a problem.

I’m not a gambler, but after the show, I gambled by going to have a beer with the guys. It was my first beer since Feb. 8, although I did have one glass of wine after dinner a couple of weeks ago. That one beer could’ve turned into one more followed by one more

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followed by one too many.

If that had happened, would anyone back home have ever known? After all, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.

The great thing is that I did stop at one and had no desire for another. There was no pressure to drink that beer, and there was no pressure to drink another, not from me or anyone else. Along the journey of keeping my alcohol intake in check and not drinking, I’ve always thrown in the disclaimer “not that I’ve quit.”

I enjoy beer or a good glass of wine but honestly feel that it will never again become habit. I won’t let it.

I feel too good. There will never be any type of routine.

I know guys that only drink on weekends, which is great compared to the alternative, but it’s still a routine. For all I know, it’ll be three months before I have another or it may be next week. It may be never. I don’t know.

Last year, when I was

leaving Las Vegas, I was feeling miserable. When I got to the airport, I tried to find somewhere to lie down but then had to go the restroom, because I was sick. My flight was to Portland for another gig. As soon as I landed, I got sick again. That’s just no way to live.

I hadn’t seen my pals in a few months. In fact, I hadn’t seen one of them in three years. They all commented on how good I looked. They weren’t saying that last year.

But, I do feel good. I’ve never felt this good in my life, and it’s 100 percent attributed to what I have and have not put into my body.

We seldom get second chances at things, so we must make the best of those rare opportunities but have to make better decisions along the way. We can’t possibly expect to improve our situation if we continue to make the same lousy choices.

By the way, the show this year went incredibly well.

Jody Fuller is a comic, speaker, writer and soldier with three tours of duty in Iraq. He is also a lifetime stutterer. He can be reached at jody@jodyfuller.com. For more information, please visit www.jodyfuller.com.

James M. Tarpley represents District 2.

His phone number is 256-825-2522.

His address is 274 East LaFayette St., Dadeville.

Jimmy Frank Goodman Sr. represents District 3. His phone number is 256-8259749. His address is 241 Goodman Road, Dadeville.

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His address is 1670 North Loop Road, Dadeville.

Randy Foster represents District 5.

His phone number is 256-825-7770.

His address is 648 South Tallassee St., Dadeville.

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degree in geology. Things went smoothly until Heard’s junior year, when his musical past came back to haunt him.

“I kind of had an epiphany,” said Heard. “I got a chance to join this rock and roll band. So I scared my parents to death, dropped out of college and went on the road.”

The band toured for a year before Heard found himself back in Auburn, but by then he knew the quiet life of a geologist wasn’t right for him. He transferred all of his geology credits and received his theatre degree from Auburn in 1989.

Life wasn’t easy for a young artist. Heard worked with theaters in Birmingham for a while before he made the choice to work for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. That was where he met his wife, A.J., a ballet dancer and choreographer originally from Winnipeg, Canada. After leaving Royal Caribbean, Bucky and A.J. found themselves in Branson, Missouri, where Bucky began working in tribute acts.

Heard said that even as a child he enjoyed trying to sing like his favorite artists, so the transition into tribute work came naturally.

“When I was a kid, my favorite band was KISS. I would try to sing like Paul Stanley,” Heard recalled. “God knew what he was doing: He put Ira Kuzma Photo / Special to the Record me in training, and I didn’t even know it.”

Bucky Heard and his family pose for a picture on a day off in Las Since arriving in Branson, Heard has stood in Vegas. for John Fogerty, Bob Seger, John Mellencamp and I get to Branson by 1 in the afternoon. I’m in and Steve Perry, among others. He said the key to Branson Sunday and all day Monday. Then I get successful impersonation singing is to think less on a plane Tuesday and come back here.” about matching every note and more about staying The Harrah’s show was planned to run through true to what makes the performer unique.

June 11, but has already been extended to “There are certain things you look for. When December After that, the re-formed Righteous doing John Fogerty from CCR, you have to get the Brothers have several options, one of which growl in there,” Heard explained. “Doing Steve involves producing new music.

Perry, I just try to concentrate on his tone and “Bill’s written a new Righteous Brothers song, being really specific in the way I hit certain words and he’s releasing another that was written for the and notes.”

Righteous Brothers that he didn’t record, but we Recently, Heard began to share his skills with just re-recorded it,” said Heard. others when his friend offered him a job teaching There has been talk of a European tour in the voice at the Tribute Theatre in Branson. His near future. Heard can’t wait to see what happens. wife, A.J., also teaches dance at the same theatre, “I said, ‘just tell me what stage to step on, what in addition to her regular job as director and plane to get on,’” said Heard. “So many times in choreographer with Hamner’s Incredible Variety my life, I’ve rushed through things. I’m taking this Show. The Heard’s 10-year-old daughter, Cydney, one day at a time and just enjoying the ride.” has also made her show business debut in Branson, though her parents had some misgivings before she went on stage.

“It’s not easy to be in the entertainment business. Shows close. You miss weddings and funerals. There’s no 401k, no tenure,” Heard explained. “I tell my students, if there’s anything else you can imagine doing, do that. You have to be totally dedicated to make it work.”

Heard’s dedication paid off last winter, when he was invited to take on the role of a lifetime as a member of the Righteous Brothers.

The duo of Bobby Hatfield and Bill Medley created some of the most enduring love songs of recent decades, including “That Lovin’ Feeling” and “Unchained Melody. “Hatfield passed away in 2003. A few years later, Medley met Heard in Branson, during a visit with mutual friend – and award-winning Elvis impersonator – Dean Z. Medley and Heard became friends. When Harrah’s Las Vegas contacted Medley with an opportunity to bring back the Righteous Brothers, he gave Heard a call.

“Just to see what our voices sounded like, Bill The Outlook in Alexander City (alexcityoutlook.com) is a multi-media news and sales organization that is located and I went to the studio and sang a few songs, in Alexander City, Alabama. The Outlook and its sister publications have been the voice of central Alabama since and he sent it to some of his friends. Then it just 1892.

Alexander City enjoys steady growth along with a list of many recreational opportunities. started snowballing, and now I’m a Righteous Brother,” Heard laughed.

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ALL ABOUT HORSES

HORSE WORD FIND

For centuries, horses have been an important part of human society. They have been used for work purposes, transportation, sports, and for show. Until the automobile became available to all people, horses were a major source of transportation. Today, the power of an automobile is still referred to as its “horsepower.” There are many different breeds of horses, but they are divided into three main categories: ponies, light horses, and heavy horses. A pony is a small horse with shorter legs and a stout body. Ponies are very strong for their size and are good horses for riding training. A light horse is a horse that is typically fast and nimble. Thoroughbreds, the elite racing horses, are light horses. A heavy horse, also known as a draft horse, is a larger horse, mostly used for work, such as the large Clydesdale. Perhaps the most famous horse is the white Lipizzaner. These horses are known for their graceful movements, and when trained well, they almost appear to be dancing. Many of them are white in color, although they can dark as well. The largest horses in the world today are draft horses, such as the Clydesdales, Belgians, and the Shires. The smallest horse known today is the Falabella from Argentina. Horses are popular among children. The rocking horse is a very old toy still enjoyed today.

Ornate and colorful replicas of horses are made for carousels and for some children the ultimate pet would be a pony. Horses have also been at the center of many works of literature, such as The Black Stallion and Black Beauty. A horse represents the Knight piece on a chessboard.

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Library Notes

Animal Tales exhibit was a great success

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veryone had an excellent time with Animal Tales on Tuesday. A giant thank you goes to John for showing off different animals that are Olympians in the wild. Dawson McManus held Oz the Brazilian Rainbow Boa on a snake hook. Cameron and Jeremy held Socrates the Norway Rat on a wooden walkway. John also exhibited an Egyptian Fruit Bat, Lanner Falcon, and Red Kangaroo.

Be sure to come on Tuesday at 2pm for the Summer Reading Finale! Messy Games! Be prepared to get dirty and wet. Please wear clothes that can be stained.

The server that houses all of our patron information, material records, and check out history is currently down. Please be patient with Library Staff at this time. Patrons are still able to check in and out materials.

Due to the server being down, no new books will be added this week.

Story time is on Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m.

Stop by with your children or grandchildren to enjoy a fun filled hour of reading, learning, and singing with Ms. Marilyn.

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John Ham and Dawson McManus with Oz the Brazilian Rainbow Boa at a recent presentation at the Dadeville Library.

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control traffic.

The lighting that we had was very old and smaller than what is standard for use on state highways today,” Councilman Frank Goodman said. “The cost to replace the existing light was more than $30,000.

When the area is already planned to change the traffic flow as part of the streetscape plan, we felt like it was a good idea to try this for a period and assess how it is working before making that investment.”

The plan is to eventually change the traffic flow around the courthouse, going to a one-directional traffic flow, creating a large roundabout essentially.

Officials believe that will eliminate the starting and stopping and allow trucks to flow freely through the roads rather than the frequent stops and starts and multiple turns.

The area around the roads are also part of the project, with a plan to add vegetation and borders on the outside of the courthouse square.

Only Mayor Joe Smith voiced opposition to the removal of lights saying it could potentially harm businesses.

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Suddenly, it dawned on them that hat an adventure Jesus was that voice. my night fishing Sometimes Jesus puts us in trip was. situations where it seems like Yes, I went night fishing! there is no answer. We have Remember, I do not like tried everything and then Jesus worms because they look like tells us what sounds “kind of snakes! I do not like be sit foolish” such as fish on the other still; I had rather hit my rod Jackie Wilbourn side of the boat. Why didn’t in the water and make noise.

Bethel Baptist Jesus have the fish swim into the I enjoy talking and since Church net while it was on the left side fish have ears – I was told of the boat or why not just have to be quiet. My husband is a the fish jump in the boat! serious fisherman so I decided to sit still Jesus was involved in teaching the and be quiet. I was tempted to put a sign aspect of obedience as “blessings follow on the boat that read, “Fish Welcome!” obedience.” In a personal relationship Looking around, I saw Little Smith with God, success follows obedience, Mountain with barren trees due to a even when what He is asking us to do lightning fire destroying most of the seems ridiculous. We are not smarter forest, although an eagle was perched near the top of one of the trees. The lake than God. We cannot keep doing the was illumined by moonlight. I was bored same things and expect different results.

We cannot rebel against God and go with fishing, but was in awe of God’s against what He is telling us and expect array of nature. success. We cannot do all the wrong I was reminded of the story found in things and expect good things to happen.

John 21:1-14. After the resurrection of It does not happen that way. Success Jesus, the disciples had returned to the comes as we are willing to listen to Jesus Sea of Galilee and had fished all night and not caught anything. In the morning, and do what He says. I can’t wait to hear this fish story when I get to Heaven! as they headed to shore, a voice called out asking if they had any fish. “No!” Jackie Wilbourn is a member of The voice calls back, “cast your nets on Bethel Baptist Church and a chaplain the right side of the boat.” When they with Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief did, they were unable to haul the net Team. in because of the large number of fish.

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The Dadeville Record

Thursday, July 21, 2016

GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP continued from page 1

GRIEFSHARE SCHEDULE candidates for mayor. Incumbent Joe Smith has decided not to seek another term opening the door for a new face to assume the top elected spot in Dadeville.

Voters will decide between Frank Goodman, Mike Ingram, Wayne Smith and Mickey Tarpley. Goodman and Tarpley are currently members of the city council, while Smith has previously served on the city council.

Ingram was the last to qualify, but has the added experience of serving two terms as mayor before Smith was elected four years ago.

“This is the largest pool of candidates across the board that I can recall in my time here,” said Dadeville City Clerk Mike Gardner. “It should make for an interesting campaign season here in Dadeville.”

The council will definitely take on a new look as at least three of the five seats will feature new people in the council positions. Stephanie Kelly in District 1 and Billy Monroe in District 4 were the only incumbents to qualify for the seats that they now hold.

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Dadeville gets approval for historic marker

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uly 9 Cornhole Tournament: The Dadeville Chamber sponsored a “championship Corn-Hole Tournament” on Saturday, July 9 at the Rodeo Club in Dadeville.

It was a great success and participants came from Cullman, Oxford, Anniston, Chelsea and Georgia. Funds were raised for our Chamber activities and monies were spent at our businesses by the participants. The competitors were excited about their visit to Tallapoosa County.

They’re looking forward to returning next year for Lake Martin’s Championship Cornhole Tournament! For questions, call the Chamber at 256-825-4019.

Dadeville Historical Marker News: Hooray!

Dadeville has gotten approval for an historic sign from the State Archives/ Alabama Historical Association. Other towns have signs and we are excited about having one to describe our exciting history. It will include facts about our first charter in 1837.Tallapoosa County was created in 1832 out of the Creek Indian cession of that year. The town was named for Major Frances Longhorne Dade, killed in the Seminole War. Its main thoroughfare is named for John Broadnax, who first surveyed the town in 1836.

The city was also home to the Graefenberg Medical Institute (1852-1861), the first medical school in Alabama. Organizations and citizens who wish to contribute funds for this marker (total cost will be $2,400), please send checks to Sharon Gaither, 151 Pearson Circle in Dadeville.

Please write “Dadeville Historical Marker” on the memo section of the check.

BETTY HAYES Community Columnist

Thanks to you all!

Wellness Center News: We are delighted to learn that our own Ashley Bunn is continuing to grow stronger after major lung surgeries, and we’re still raising money for Ashley and her family. Please drop off donations at the Wellness Center, where we are also selling koozies, frisbees, beach balls, bracelets, and beach towels. You can follow Ashley’s story on the “Breathe for Bunn” Facebook page. For more info, call the Center at 256825-2304.

Also important: We’re offering a membership special now. Check it out!

Three-month memberships for only $100. Wow. Get your mind and body in healthy and happy condition!

Line Dancing News: Betsy Keown’s line dancing class is happening at the Dadeville Recreation Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. until noon for a fee of $1 per class.

More News from Betsy: She is also now teaching line dancing at Azalea Place Assisted Living and Monarch Estates Assisted Living in Auburn! Lessons are twice monthly, on Tuesdays, for 30 minutes each. Next one is Tuesday, July 26 at Azalea Place, and 3 p.m. at Monarch Estates. Good for you, Betsy! We wish you much success. For questions, call Betsy at 256-8253985.

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Methodist Church News: Singles start this week meeting at 4:30 p.m., July 21, for a trip to Montgomery to see James Gregory performing at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center. Dinner before the show. Last Sunday, Rev. Mac Buttram gave us a history lesson on the beginnings of Red Ridge.

He was pastor in 19811984. He said his first sermon had a gathering of 14 people including his 3 children. He praised RR on perseverance and becoming the church it is today.

This Sunday our former pastor Dr. Bryan Wyatt will be preaching. He was pastor 2004-2009 and is now retired and living in Stillwaters. Sunday School 8:30 a.m., Worship service 9:30 a.m., AA meeting 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 26, Girls Ranch volunteers 10:00 a.m., Angel Doll Ministry 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (Work to begin on Liberty dolls for Franklin Graham’s shoebox ministry.)

Wednesday, July 27, Men’s Bible Study at 7:30 a.m. Ladies summer ensemble is at 5 p.m. at the home of Toni Adcock.

Thursday, July 28, jail ministry 1:30 p.m.

You are always welcome at RR. 256-825-9820, redridgeumc.org. Paul Messer is pastor.

First Presbyterian Church News: This past Sunday was the ninth Sunday after Pentecost, and it was a most enjoyable service.

Rev. Ben Arellano’s scriptures were from Amos 8; Psalm 15; and Luke 10.

Our scripture lesson included a very sad story when 85 priests were killed, also many women, children and animals. Rev. Arellano

then talked about the horror recently occurring in Nice, France. A terrible disaster with many deaths. As in Biblical days, we have a frenzied and puzzled world.

The Middle East has had problems for many, many years and this continues today. National news brings us many horrors, deaths, and disasters. The Internet age has brought about a continuous partial attention to the news, says Rev. Arellano.

How much of Jesus’ teaching implies having Faith? The words appearing on the Civil Rights Memorial in Montgomery are: “Let Justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.” This was another fine sermon.

Come visit us! Rev. Ben Arellano will make you feel welcome.

First United Methodist Church News: Monday, July 25: Church Council Team Meeting @ 5:30 pm.

On August 27, we are having a “Heading for High Places” retreat for our entire membership, families or individuals, from preschool years to seniors. Online registration is available on http://www.dadevillefumc.org/prayer retreat or turn your money into the church office to Barbara Cunningham. Cost is only $10 per person, which includes lunch and dinner.

Please come visit us at DFUMC. Rev. William Brown will make you feel welcome.

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July 21, 2016 July 22

FLAG RETIREMENT: The Clay County VFW Post 9581 is holding a flag retirement ceremony July 22 at 4 p.m. at the Bibb Graves School.

FIRST RESPONDER APPRECIATION: East Dale Realty, Attorney A.G. Wilson and Sonny’s Hot Dogs are inviting first responders, firefighters and law enforcement to have lunch Friday, July 22 at the parking lot surrounding the Alexander City Police Department from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The meal is to show appreciation to the dedicated public servants and the public is invited to come purchase a meal and support the first-responders.

July 22-23

RODEO: The Boys and Girls Club of the Lake Martin Area is hosting its 10th annual Lake Martin Area Rodeo July 22 and 23. Gates open at 5 p.m. with the show at 7 p.m. at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. The PCAsanctioned rodeo is run by Brett Woody, Bar W Rodeo Company.

July 23

BINGO NIGHT: Bibb Graves School is hosting bingo night July 23 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

GOSPEL SINGING: The Taylor Family Gospel Singers is celebrating 23 years of gospel singing at Centerview Missionary Baptist Church in Camp Hill Saturday, July 23 at 5:30 p.m.

BACK TO SCHOOL JAMBOREE: Free school supply starter packs will be given to area children July 23 at 10 a.m. at DARE Power Park. You must

attend to receive your packs Only 1 pack per child. This event is hosted by Adams Chapter OES #685 and Community Sponsors.

Everyone is invited!

SUMMER CONCERT: The First Presbyterian Church Choir will present their Annual Summer Concert Saturday, July 23 at 5 p.m. in the sanctuary. This year’s program will feature a wide variety of music ranging from Handel to Frankie Valli. Guest soloist will be Mr. Brink Norton from Charleston, SC (formerly from Alexander City). The church is located at 371 Jefferson Street.

Admission is free.

FOOTBALL CAMP: The 2016 Bridge Builders Youth Football Camp will be July 23 at the Sportplex. Former University of Alabama player Brad Ford and current University of Alabama linebacker Reuben Foster will be helping with the camp. The camp is for children ages 6-12 and cost $10. Lunch will be served and registration starts at 7:30 a.m. and the camp finishes up at 1 p.m. For mor information contact Hudson R. Hinton at 256-3298782 or 256-750-1140.

July 24

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Wayside Baptist Church is hosting Vacation Bible School Submerged June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17 and July 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner will be served.

CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Goodwater is celebrating its 127th Anniversary Sunday, July 24 at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Emerson

Ware Jr. The pastor is Melvin Irvin.

BIBLE SCHOOL: New Salam Baptist Church in New Site will be hosting VBS starting on Sunday July 24 at 2 p.m. Join us as we “Submerge” ourselves in God’s word and teachings. We will hold VBS on July 24, July 31, Aug. 7 and Aug.14 starting at 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. Meals will be served every Sunday for the children. VBS is for ages 3 years to sixth grade.

Mark your calendar and make plans to join us!

July 24- August 14

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: New Salam Baptist Church in New Site is hosting Submerge Vacation Bible School July 24 and 31 and August 7 and 14 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Meals will be served every Sunday for children.

Vacation Bible School is for ages 3 years to 6th grade.

July 25

MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION: The next meeting of the Alexander City Are Ministerial Association will be Monday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Family Worship Center. The church is located at 1676 Sewell Street.

There will be time for sharing, listening, learning, encouraging, strengthening, enjoying and praying. All Christian ministers are invited. For more information contact Bill Middlebrooks, secretary at 256-234-3371.

July 26-28

CHURCH REVIVAL: Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Waverly is hosting revival ser-

vices July 26-28 at 7 p.m. nightly.

Rev. Melvin Kelley is pastor.

Guest speakers ill be Rev. Jimmy thomas, Rev. Henry Cooper and Rev. Clyde Fielder.

July 27

HEALTH FAIR: Weatherman James Spann will be at the Bibb Graves School July 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a health fair.

BIBLE SCHOOL: A Community-wide Bible School will be held from 2-4 p.m. at the Cooper Community Center. The event is open to all in the community and Rev. Carl Kelly will be the featured speaker.

July 29

GOLF FUNDRAISER: The BRHS Boys and Girls Golf teams are hosting a golf tournament at Lakewinds Golf Course July 29 starting at noon. It is a four person scramble, each player gets three mulligans, a throw and a power drive. It costs $400 a team

July 29 - July 31

BEREAVEMENT CAMP: Camp I Believe will be at Children’s Harbor July 29 - 31. It is a bereavement camp for children ages 7 - 14 that have lost a loved on. It is an overnight camp and is free for qualifying applicants. Contact Julia Bassett at Julia.Bassett@gentiva.com.

July 30

SUMMER READING PROGRAM FINALE: Mamie’s Place Children’s Library is hosting a finale for the summer reading

program July 30 at the Sportplex Gym at 10 a.m. with games and a kids lunch.

NIGHT IN PEARLS: The Gloria Boleware Show is hosting An Elegant Night in Pearls at the Passion Church July 30 at 6 p.m.

BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT: There will be a back to school event Saturday, July 30 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Jeter Park in Opelika for children from Lee, Tallapoosa, Chambers counties. The kids will receive a word of encouragement for the school year and will also receive school supplies. Refreshments will be served. Children need to be accompanied by an adult or guardian.

FAMILY REUNION: The Annual Mahan-Yates-Jarvis Family Reunion will be held at the Rocky Creek Fellowship Hall on July 30 at 11 a.m. Please bring your covered dishes and enjoy the fellowship with family and friends.

CHURCH YARD SALE: Bethel Baptist Church on Youngs Ferry Road is hosting a yard sale July 30 from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.

BENEFIT SINGING: An evening of music a benefit concert for the Old Red Hill School Saturday, July 30, 2016 in the Red Hill School Auditorium on Alabama Highway 229 in Red Hill. Acts include Cecil Malone & Montgomery Junction at 3 p.m., Cowboy Bill and Company at 5 p.m., and The Kevin Adair Band at 7 p.m. Donations will be welcomed at the door to help replace the roof the old school building.

Food, soft drinks, coffee and a family atmosphere will be offered.

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CATHY HIGGINS

Former Tiger named All American

Sports Editor

Mishap reveals golfers’ fine mettle

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ne grain of sand.

That’s all it took to decide the final outcome of 71st U.S. Women’s Open.

Brittany Lang of Texas claimed the victor’s cup last Sunday after four days of play in Coredevalle, California. She did so by besting 155 competitors within that timeframe.

But as Sunday evening rolled around and the final score cards were counted, it all came down to two competitors on the northern California links.

To claim her place as champion, 30-year-old Lang had to first contend in a three-hole aggregate playoff against Anna Nordqvist.

She made par each time.

The problem came when Nordqvist was about to begin the third hole. They both got news that was more than a little unsettling. Back at the playoff’s second hole, Nordqvist had gotten into the sand trap. Officials reviewed her play there and found that when swinging to get out, she let her club touch the sand. With this revelation, they slapped her with a two-stroke penalty.

I watched this play out on TV. First, when I saw the playback I could barely see the offense. But yes, there it was. One grain of sand clinging to Nordqvist’s club.

She wasn’t told about the penalty until after making her shot on the final hole. Would knowing beforehand made a difference in her strategy? It’s hard to say.

“I just wish they would have told me a little earlier,” Nordqvist said in U.S. Golf Association’s online report. “It might not have changed anything, but I just wish it was a little bit earlier.”

It wasn’t like she meant to commit an infraction when battling it out in the last moments of the championship.

“I couldn’t really believe that it happened,” she said in the online PGA report. “It wasn’t my intention to ground the club. It’s blowing out there, and I had a 5-iron off a downhill lie in the bunker.

It’s been a long day, a long week.

So I probably misjudged it a little bit and touched a little bit of sand.

That’s a penalty.”

That penalty and the timing of its news understandably rattled Nordqvist, causing her to end the playoff 3 over par and settle into history as the 2016 runner up. It affected Lang as well. Her reaction to winning was sorely understated.

“You never want to win with a penalty or something like that happen, especially to Anna, who is a friend of mine and a great player and a classy girl,” Lang told ESPN. “But it’s unfortunate.

It’s part of the game and it happened that way.”

I don’t know who I felt more sorry for. Lang was robbed of the chance to savor her win and Nordqvist’s game was affected in those final few moments of play.

Ah well, such is life and such is competition.

Although the way the Women’s Open ended left something to be desired, the same can’t be said for the way both women handled this unfortunate situation. When Nordqvist learned of her infraction and penalty, she didn’t pitch a fit or talk trash. Instead, she was very poised and graceful.

Lang was equally gracious with her desire to win fairly and refrain from gloating over her opponent’s misfortune.

Both of these women displayed traits that we can all learn from.

Cathy Higgins is sports editor of The Alexander City Outlook.

She can be reached at cathy.higgins@alexcityoutlook.com.

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Above, Cal Jones takes a cut while at bat during his final season with the Dadeville Tigers. Below, Jones is joined by his family as he signs with the University of Alabama during his senior year at Dadeville High.

Max Preps recognizes Dadeville native Cal Jones

By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor

Dadeville High School graduate Cal Jones has been named to the CBX Max Preps Medium Schools All American Baseball Team for 2016.

This distinction comes a month after Jones was selected by the Kansas City Royals in round six of the Major League Baseball draft. Upon accepting the American League team’s offer to play pro ball, the 6 foot, 175-pound outfielder opted to forego playing college ball with the Crimson Tide.

In his senior season at Dadeville, Jones had a .516 batting average, 41 RBIs, 11 doubles, four triples and 10 home runs to his name.

It’s this record that gained him notice by the Royals and helped him earn several honors in addition to this one, including the Alabama Sports Writers Association All-Super State Team, ASWA Class 4A Hitter of the Year, Opelika-

Auburn Hitter of the Year.

Just days after being drafted by the Royals, Jones flew to Kansas City to begin work with the team. He was then assigned to the Royals’ minor league team, the Arizona Royals.

Wearing jersey No. 4, the outfielder has played 10 professional games so far.

In that time the right-handed

rookie has 36 at bats, four runs and six hits, with one each being a double and triple and four runs batted in. He’s also had nine total bases. Also while at bat, Jones has been walked three times and struck out 13.

In addition, he has stolen a base and been caught stealing once.

Jones’ pro batting average is .167, with an on-base

percentage of .231 and slugging percentage of .250, combining for an on-base per slugging average of .231.

On defense, Jones has an average of 2.60 grounds out / flies out.

The AZL Royals lost to the AZL Dodgers Monday, bringing their season record to 10-12.

Rule changes to impact high school baseball season

By CATHY HIGGINS Sports Editor

When baseball season ramps up next spring, a new pitch-count rule by the Alabama High School Athletic Association will go into effect.

The rule restricts the number of pitches thrown during a varsity game to 120 pitches in order to give the pitcher a required rest period between times on the mound. This amends the previous rule, which counted innings instead of number of pitches when considering rest periods.

“They’re changing it for the health of the kids,” said Reeltown High School baseball coach Mike Jones. “We’re having way too many pitchers getting injuries.”

However, that’s not the case for the Rebels.

“We haven’t had a whole lot of injuries on our team in the last couple of years,” Jones said.

That’s because the coach already began taking precautions to keep his pitchers safe.

“When they start getting out on the field, I won’t let them pitch more than 65 pitches,” Jones said.

As the pitchers gain experience, the coach still makes sure they stay within about 100 pitches at a time. And he’s not alone in this concept.

“Most coaches I know keep pitch counts,” Jones said.

He explained that this method of coaching pitchers is much different than when he was in school.

“We didn’t know about pitch counts and guarding against injuries,” Jones said.

But protecting pitchers’ arms is not the only safety measure that’s being adjusted in the coming school year. The

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Then senior Cole Noble throws out a pitch during the Reeltown High School spring season.

AHSAA Central Board of Control is implementing the National Federation of State High School Associations recent rule change that affects sliding into home plate. According to the rule’s revision, “At home plate, it is permissible for the slider’s momentum to carry him through the plate in the baseline extended.”

“They’re fine tuning the rule,” Jones said.

The revision stems from the fact that home plate’s physical design makes it hard for a runner to stop when sliding into it, which is not the case for the other three bases.

For Jones, this is a welcome change.

“I’ve seen kids sliding head first and

break fingers,” he said.

However, Jones foresees the elimination of sliding altogether.

“That part of the game is starting to go out,” he said.

The Rebels coach pointed out that sliding endangers the catcher, as well as the runner.

“If your catcher is one of your better players, you want to protect him,” Jones said.

These are among several rule changes for the upcoming baseball season.

According to Jones, they all have a single focus.

“It’s all about the safety of the kids,” he said. “It’s also for the safety of the coaches.”