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THE RECORD Serving the Dadeville & Lake Martin area since 1897
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VOL. 119, NO. 20
THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2016
CONGRATULATIONS DHS CLASS OF 2016 Pages 9-10 inside
Camp Hill sets new hours for employees
Tuggle tells Kiwanis Club about plans By DAVID GRANGER Staff Writer
State Rep. Mark Tuggle of Alexander City told the Dadeville Kiwanis Club on Thursday that he is “seriously considering” a run for state Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries when his house term expires in two years. Tuggle, who announced that he would not seek another House term in August, indicated he would be interested in a state Senate or – his preference – Congressional seat, but said that he “will not run against a good friend” and he considers state Sen. Tom Whatley and U.S. Rep Mike Rogers to be good friends. “I’m not going to run against Tom Whatley,” Tuggle said. “Tom Whatley’s my friend. And he’s been good to Tallapoosa County, I can promise you that. I’m not going to run against Mike Rogers. I’m not going to run against a friend of mine. But, if he ever quit, that’s the one I want. “But, yes, I’m seriously considering running for ag commissioner, which is a statewide office, an executive cabinet-level position in state government. I’m a 28-year See TUGGLE • Page 3
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Sue Pemberton works to bring better healthcare to schoolchildren in her culinary classroom visits. Pemberton teaches children the importance of a nutritious diet and how to practice good eating habits.
COOKING UP FUN Nutrition education class whips up good eating habits
By MIA OSBORN Staff Writer
Each Thursday, Ms. Gardner’s third grade classroom at Dadeville Elementary School is swarmed with junior cooks. Kids in miniature chef hats and aprons cluster around tables to learn about nutrition, try new foods and to argue over who will do the (imaginary) dishes. At the head of the class is County Extension Agent Assistant Sue Pemberton. As part of the Nutrition Education Program (NEP), Pemberton works to bring better health to schoolchildren, one classroom at a time. She visits several schools in Tallapoosa and Coosa counties on a weekly basis to teach kids about the benefits of
healthy eating. It’s all part of the Body Quest curriculum created by the Alabama Extension Office headquarters at Auburn University. Now in its 16th year, NEP sends kids on a “quest” to become healthier. At the beginning of each class, students repeat a vow to try new fruits and vegetables and share what they learn with their friends. Activities such as trying new vegetables (with a side of ranch dressing, of course) encourage children to develop good eating habits. But much of the class material is for parents as well as students. “Parents are not cooking anymore,” Pemberton said. “We are facing a lot of health problems down the road if these kids See COOKING • Page 3
Drawdown at the Ridge Club slated for Saturday
Law enforcement memorial today
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With summer coming, who could use a little extra cash for those summer vacations? Well, the Dixie Sailing Club’s (DSC) $5,000 Drawdown at The Ridge Club this Friday could be the solution. At the same time, the event will raise funds for the group’s youth sailing program. “The funds from the event will be used for the development of a youth sailing program,” DSC’s Merry Hardy said. “The funds from the event will be used to purchase boats that youth can learn in and race. The funds will also be used to help hire a certified sailing instructor.” The drawdown works like this. Tickets are drawn See DRAWDOWN • Page 5
At Monday’s Camp Hill Town Council meeting, members decided to schedule summer hours for town hall, discussed the situation with the IRS and heard from local businessman Loring White. “I think that we need to start summer hours at town hall,” Council member Will York said. “By closing at lunch everyday and closing Wednesday afternoon we will solve most of the scheduling problems with the 32 hour work week.” Town Hall will now be closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. and close Wednesdays at noon. Council member Ezelle Smith abstained. Just two weeks ago, the council voted to cut all full-time employees but the police department to 32 hours a week in an effort to save money to pay bills and the IRS and to keep from laying off employees. The council found out Monday night that it can appeal the amount of they are paying the IRS every month that is currently just over $5,600. “I spoke with the IRS,” Town attorney Charles Gillenwaters said. “They set that amount based on revenues and See CAMP HILL • Page 5
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Dixie Sailing Club is holding a fundraiser to fund materials for the first sailing school for kids on Lake Martin.
Those who gave their lives in the service of Tallapoosa County residents will be honored Thursday during the 20th Annual Law Enforcement Officer’s Memorial. The memorial, which is a joint effort by the Alexander City Police and Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Departments, will begin at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 19 outside the Alexander City Police Department See MEMORIAL • Page 5
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