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Spraggins to serve as interim mayor

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Alexander City mayor Jim Nabors is “under the weather” and mayor pro tem Tommy Spraggins will serve in his place.

“This is a temporary thing,” City of Alexander City attorney Larkin Radney said. “It is required by code.”

The council selected Spraggins as mayor pro tem two years ago when Nabors and the current council took the oath of office.

The move is required under Alabama Code 11-44B-8.

The code states: “In the case of the temporary absence of the mayor or his inability to serve temporarily on account of sickness or any other good

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act as mayor pro tempore with the power and authority of the mayor during such time. Provided however, the president pro tempore while acting as mayor pro tempore shall not exercise the mayor’s right to vote nor the right of approval or veto of ordinances or resolutions, nor receive the rate of compensation or allowance of the mayor.”

Spraggins designation as mayor will allow him to carry on functions of the city until Nabors is able to return. This means Spraggins can sign documents as Nabors did before his absence.

Nabors was absent from a council work session Tuesday night. Spraggins stated at the See NABORS • Page 9

ADDICTION CRISIS An in-depth look at meth, opioid addiction in the area.

Government officials work for legislative solution to addictions

By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

Although opioid addiction is a well-known problem, here are some little-known facts about the issue at hand: • Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is a drug up to 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine.

• Carfentanil is similar to fentanyl and can be up to 15,000 times more powerful than morphine.

• Multiple pieces of legislation have been introduced to try and combat addiction to opioids.

•Alabama has 16 deaths per 100,000 residents from drug overdoses.

Since the 1990s, opioids have become a commonly prescribed drug in the United States for the treatment of almost every kind of chronic pain. While opioids can be effective at controlling pain, the potential for addiction is a major side effect from these prescription pills that can prove to be just as harmful as the pain they are prescribed to treat.

Addiction to prescription opioids is a serious issue, one virtually everybody is trying to find an answer for. Healthcare providers are searching for a resolution to the epidemic, as are legislators at every level of government.

Wanting to help find solutions, both national and state government officials are looking for ways to combat addiction to opioids, as well See SOLUTIONS • Page 3

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Willie Garrett with The Lighthouse in Tallapoosa County looks over dinner as he makes final preparations to serve the 15 residents of the house. The Lighthouse helps recovering addicts with their issues.

THERE IS HELP Local organizations help to overcome addiction

By DONALD CAMPBELL Staff Writer

For those dealing with addictions, it may seem like there is little, if any hope on the horizon. However, there are a number of groups and organizations ready to help those in need overcome the issues caused by

Children’s Advocacy Center provides safe place for abuse vicims

Russell Medical Foundation to host night of fun

Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series of profiles on the 28 agencies that receive funding through the Lake Martin Area United Way. Currently, the United Way is holding its 2019 fundraising campaign, “Be a Lifesaver of Hope.” To learn how to help, contact the United Way at 256-3293600 or at www.unitedwaylakemartin.org.

By CLIFF WILLIAMS Staff Writer

Comedian Jeff Allen will be the headliner for Couples and Comedy to benefit the Russell Medical Foundation.

“It there was ever a show worth going to on any weekday, this one would be it,” Russell Medical Foundation executive director Tammy Jackson said. “Jeff Allen is a wonderfully funny Christian comedian who makes light of everyday life. We are so fortunate to have someone

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In Alexander City, The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County welcomes those dealing with addiction from all over the state, putting them on the path to recovery.

According to executive director Teri Trammell, The See HELP • Page 3

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Jeff Allen is scheduled to perform at a Russell Medical Foundation fundraiser.

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Men’s group chat draws fire for sharing explicit photos DEAR ABBY: I must take issue with your response to “Tired of Behinds” (Sept. 5), who was upset that her fiance is part of a men’s group chat that includes the sending and receiving of pornographic female images.

While “boys will be boys” has been the reigning excuse for male misbehavior for years -- nay, centuries! -- times are changing.

“Tired” has every right to demand that her fiance behave respectfully toward women, both publicly and in private. He may not be able to change his friends’ behavior, but he has control over his own and could demonstrate that he’s not a boy, but a man who respects women for who they are, not their looks or perceived sexual value.

Would he want others to look at his sister, his mother, his daughter or her that way? I doubt it.

Excusing “boys” for their misogyny only perpetuates our sexual assault culture. “Tired” should take a long look at her fiance’s behavior and decide whether or not he is the kind of man she wants to share her life with. -- WANTS A BETTER

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WORLD FOR MY DAUGHTER DEAR WANTS: Most, but not all, of the many women -- and men -- who commented on that letter agree with you. Read on: DEAR ABBY: Your response supported the idea that for men to bond and feel like “real men,” they need to advertise to each other their sexual interest in women other than their spouses, and women need to tolerate it. The practice is hurtful and disrespectful. How can a woman feel like her fiance’s friends care about her welfare if they’re sending naked photos of other women to him?

It seems women’s feelings don’t matter at all in this bonding ritual.

Furthermore, the men don’t have to touch these other women to have a “sexual experience” with them. -TIRED OF “BOYS” IN TUCSON

rethink their position. -- WILLIAM IN OREGON DEAR ABBY: These are private conversations between adult men. Sexuality makes the world go ‘round. Yes, women deserve respect and not to be sexually harassed. But we shouldn’t have to totally remove sexuality from the equation.

Women chat about men and look at images just like we do.

It’s just less talked about. -- MR. B. IN HOUSTON DEAR ABBY: If these are solicited photos, as the writer suggests, privately sent and then shared in a group, it is illegal in most states. You cannot share nude photos of someone without her/his expressed consent. Perhaps “Tired” should inform her fiance of that! -EMILY IN MICHIGAN

DEAR ABBY: I do not agree with you that what these men are doing is the equivalent of “old-time barbershop talk.” What’s being shared digitally today isn’t at all like the magazines and chat from even 20 years ago. It’s far more graphic and less woman-friendly.

You are right that “Tired” will not change her fiance. That’s why she should leave now and avoid the future heartbreak that could be waiting. There’s always a victim when it comes to porn.

Just because the sharing is within a closed group doesn’t mean some women weren’t victimized.

Or that some men won’t become addicted. -- SAD ABOUT THIS IN THE WEST DEAR ABBY: Speaking as a man who has been part of multiple “men’s groups,” as well as happily married for many years, I find “Tired’s” fiance’s chat group to be inappropriate, just as she does -- particularly the group icon picture. I respect women as people, not physical/sexual objects. He should speak up out of respect for women. Doing so could influence one or more of his friends to

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Obituaries Mrs. Rowena Christine Bentley Grant 1945 - 2018 Funeral Service for Mrs. Rowena Christine Bentley Grant, 73, of Sylacauga, will be Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 3:00 pm at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Dr. Rick Patrick will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm at Radney Funeral Home.

Mrs. Grant passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018 in Sylacauga. She was born on September 30, 1945 in Alexander City, Alabama to Emmett Bentley and Mandy Bentley. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Sylacauga. She was an avid reader and enjoyed search a word puzzles. Rowena loved her family very much and was a wonderful grandmother and great grandmother.

She is survived by her daughters, Christie Grant Thompson of Ariton and Stacy Grant Vinson (Chris) of Sylacauga; grandchildren, Kinley Lauderdale of Sylacauga, Kara Truett (Brad) of Pulaski, TN, Andrew Vinson and Bailey Vinson, both of Sylacauga, Katelyn Thompson of Lincoln and Amber Thompson of Birmingham; great-grandchildren, Adam Truett and Lauren Truett of Pulaski, TN; sister, Magdalene Bentley Mallory of Alexander City; brother, Shelby Bruce Bentley of Dadeville; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lloyd Kenneth Grant; daughter, Kenya Grant Ledbetter; brother, Nathan Bentley; and sister, Geneva Bentley.

Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www. radneyfuneralhome.com.

Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Burial will follow in Alexander City Cemetery, Mr. Davis will lie-in repose one hour prior to services. Public viewing will be held on Friday from 1-6 p.m. at Wright’s Funeral Home.

Mr. Leoneal Davis Davis, Mr. Leoneal, A resident of Montgomery, AL formerly of Alex City, AL departed this life on Friday, November 9, 2018.

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as methamphetamines, a narcotic that still has a strong grip on Alabama.

Since being elected to the United States Senate in December 2017, Sen. Doug Jones has made dealing with the opioid crisis a personal mission. In multiple conference calls with media outlets since taking office, Jones has talked about efforts Congress has made towards solving the problem of prescription opioid addiction.

In September, Jones and Sen. Richard Shelby were two of the 99 senators who approved passage of the Opioid Response Crisis Act that passed the House of Representatives in June by a margin of 396-14 before being signed into law by President Donald Trump on Oct. 24. The ORCA was a comprehensive bill to take on a number of facets of the opioid crisis, including increasing access to treatment, improving coordination of care, investing in alternative painkiller research and stopping the flow of synthetic drugs into the country.

“Alabama has the highest rate of opioid prescriptions per person in the country, and that comes at a steep and sometimes devastating cost for our communities and families,” Jones said in a press release. “The opioid crisis has taken hold in every corner of our nation, and while we have seen some strides to turn that tide, we need to take an all-of-theabove approach to combating this deadly epidemic. I was proud to support a comprehensive legislative effort through my work on the HELP (Health, Education, Labor and Pensions) Committee and I am glad to see several of the provisions

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I supported early on have been included in the final bill.”

Even more dangerous is fentanyl, to which some opioid users turn.

Fentanyl is up to 100 times more potent than morphine and up to 50 times more powerful than heroin.

Fentanyl can be used in microscopic doses to mitigate cancer pain, but drug dealers have been known to mix fentanyl with cocaine and heroin to make their product stronger for users.

Carfentanil is even more potent than fentanyl, up to 15,000 times more powerful than morphine.

Carfentanil has been used as a tranquilizer for elephants and can prove fatal in humans.

With China serving as one of the main overseas manufacturers and distributors of fentanyl, Jones began working with Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) to introduce the Blocking Deadly Fentanyl Imports Act to Congress. This legislation requires countries known for exporting illicit narcotics to cooperate with the United States government to control the flow of these drugs, or else they will lose access to financial institutions like the Export-Import Bank and American foreign aid.

“Fentanyl not only harms those who use it, but it also poses a serious threat to our first responders should they be exposed,” Jones said in a prepared statement. “This legislation is another smart step to stop illicit fentanyl from being transported across our borders and into our communities.”

Toomey added, “Since fentanyl can be 50 times as potent as heroin, just a tiny amount of this dangerous

substance can kill a person, including first responders who may be inadvertently exposed to the drug when responding to an overdose victim or a crime scene. For the sake of our communities and the safety of law enforcement, countries like China must stop illicitly exporting fentanyl and improve their drug enforcement efforts now.”

Along with supporting efforts made by legislators to form an effective solution, the Alabama Department of Public Health is conducting a major education campaign aimed at teaching the public the dangers of addiction to opioids and other harmful substances.

“The Alabama Department of Public Health is working closely with the Alabama Department of Mental Health and the Alabama Opioid Abuse Council seeking solutions to address the current opioid epidemic within the state,” ADPH Bureau of Prevention, Promotion and Support Director Jamey Durham said in an email. “Through this interactive engagement, the Alabama Department of Public Health, along with the Alabama Department of Mental Health, has provided multiple training sessions statewide informing local citizens, healthcare providers and responders on the challenges of the opioid epidemic.

“Additionally, the Alabama Department of Public Health has distributed over 1,200 Evzio (a drug that can be administered to help treat an overdose) kits statewide, saving 19 lives.”

Educational services the ADPH offers includes encouraging people to

see themselves as part of the solution to the issue, making the public more aware about how big the problem is and offering up tips on how to stay addiction-free. Durham said State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris signed a standing order earlier this year to make it easier for individuals at risk of experiencing an opioid related overdose or who may come into contact with those having such an overdose to obtain naloxone, the pharmaceutical name for drugs like Evzio.

At the local level, municipalities across Alabama have joined in a massive class-action lawsuit against the drug companies manufacturing opioids, seeking compensation for the costs of treating opioid addiction.

Dadeville joined in the lawsuit after the city council approved being a part of the suit in early March, while the town of New Site decided not to join in the suit. New Site Mayor Phil Blasingame explained at a council meeting in late March the town has not incurred any legal expenditures from opioid issues and therefore there is no serious need to seek reimbursement.

While addiction cannot be legislated out of existence, these actions taken by those in government positions and agencies can hopefully lead to an eventual solution to the epidemic of addictions to opioids and meth. By making it harder to obtain the narcotics, helping addicts move towards recovery and giving the general public valuable information to avoid such an issue, the threat of addiction to these dangerous substances can possibly be minimized to virtually nil.

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Lighthouse is a residential treatment program that helps men age 21 and up overcome their various addictions.

“Our mission is to provide our clients with a structured and safe environment to address their personal recovery, their treatment goals and to practice basic living skills that will increase the quality of their life, their family’s life and the community as well,” Trammell added.

Since the organization came into existence in 1975, Trammell said The Lighthouse has helped hundreds of clients, averaging between 65 and 80 men each year coming through the program. Not only do these individuals come from Tallapoosa County and the surrounding area, but the organization has also seen referrals from north Alabama and far south Alabama.

Opioids and methamphetamine have been two of the main substances Trammell said she has seen clients entering the program dealing with, along with alcohol and marijuana.

Starting their recovery at The Lighthouse in the main house for a period of up to six months, clients then move onto one of the three-quarter way houses The Lighthouse operates, where they live under the same guidelines but are offered more freedoms as they prepare to reintegrate into society.

To help these individuals along the path to an addiction-free life, The Lighthouse offers its clients the chance to earn their GED while staying at the house, while many of those going through the program have the opportunity to go out and obtain a job.

Trammell said there are those who, after moving into a three-quarter way house, have attended classes at Central Alabama Community College, then gone on to places like Jacksonville State or Auburn-Montgomery to complete a college degree.

“Seeing them accomplish this, that’s a great thing to see,” Trammell said.

“We have attended the graduations of some of our clients. Our clients are hard workers most of the time.”

Along with The Lighthouse, there is a local chapter of Celebrate Recovery that meets every week at Vertical Point Church in Alex City. Celebrate

Recovery is a faith-based 12-step program helping people overcome their problems, which can include addiction to drugs.

“We are thankful to have this as a part of the community,” Vince Lee with Celebrate Recovery said. “We are seeing the results. We average between 60 and 80 people each week at our meetings. Some of those in attendance have been there all three years.”

Participants come to Celebrate Recovery voluntarily, but Lee said the local court systems have seen the effectiveness of this program and have been offering it as a reform program option. Its effectiveness has even led to the formation of a newer chapter of Celebrate Recovery more easily accessible to those living in Elmore County, located in Equality.

“We have been watching people from all walks of life being helped through this program,” Lee said. “We are a tool for making our lives, our homes and our workplaces a better place for everyone.”

Along with the Celebrate Recovery program in Equality, there is additional help for residents of Elmore County with addiction issues. Located in Wetumpka, A Nu Direction offers its clients a detox facility in a caring environment, helping put them on the road to recovery and a life without addiction.

Even though there are times when things can look hopeless and breaking an addiction is impossible, there are organizations available to help. With groups like The Lighthouse, Celebrate Recovery and A Nu Direction in the area ready and willing to help those in need of breaking through and living an addiction-free life, overcoming this issue is more possible than it may seem.

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Show a caring spirit this season As the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays approach, there are times it feels like we care more about ourselves and those immediately around us than we should. We hope to find the latest technological devices under our tree and the nicest goods wrapped up with our name on them. We stand outside for hours in preparation for the best deals on Black Friday, doing our best to avoid the inevitable pushing and shoving that comes from rushing to grab what we want before other shoppers lay their hands on the same item.

While there is nothing inherently wrong about desiring the things we want, we need to take a step back and remember there are others in need. While we worry if the new phone we asked for will be in the color we want or if we can afford a gaming system with all the right accessories, there are people around us wondering where their next meal will come from and if they can afford the basics we need every day.

Take the time to help those who may not be as fortunate as you this holiday season. Consider volunteering at the Thanksgiving Day dinner local churches will be serving at the BRHS cafeteria.

Donate to the Lake Martin Area United Way’s fundraising campaign as the group raises money for agencies whose sole mission is to help others. Drop some spare change in the red kettle the Salvation Army has set up in front of our local stores. Fix a warm meal and take it to your shut-in neighbor. Visit one of the nursing homes in the area and spend some time with the seniors there.

Although it is natural for us to want to worry about ourselves, we need to look beyond what we want and desire and show others how much we care about them, at this or any time of the year.

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n Sunday, I start a new adventure as the interim pastor of Sixth Street Baptist Church here in Alexander City. Ever since I retired six years ago, I’ve had the honor of supplying as a temporary pastor for several churches in the area. I know I did a good job because the folks in those churches can’t stop bragging about their new pastors and what a difference he has made since I left. Also they mention how glad they are to have him. They have even encouraged me to stay busy and not try to come back for a visit because they are sure the Lord wants to use me elsewhere.

The new pastors of these churches have all thanked me for making the transition so easy. They talk about how I showed people why they needed leadership, good preaching and sharing a vision. I have this uneasy feeling at times these new men are speaking of a negative influence I displayed. But I’m sure I’m just being paranoid because every one of the churches went down in attendance slower than any churches I ever pastored. Now that is a display of real leadership right there. So, I’m sure these brothers are encouraging me so I’ll stay busy somewhere else and not feel the need to visit them on Sundays.

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GERALD HALLMARK Columnist told me they had one of the best pastors in the state before he left. They couldn’t quit talking about all his positive qualities and amazing abilities. They went on to explain they thought a change might do the church good after having such an outstanding pastor. They felt I was just the man. I offered to send them a copy of my resume, but there was a general agreement after a few months of my preaching and leadership the church would be ready to quickly call another high quality pastor to lead them, so a resume wasn’t necessary. I now wonder if they talked to the new pastors of the churches where I supplied for before they talked to me?

I did inquire about the preaching style they were use to and the way they conducted their services.

They assured me my preaching would be adequate and their outstanding musicians would carry the service for worship. They patted me on the back and told me not to worry about a thing; the church had good leaders and would be able to

conduct her affairs for me just to show up and preach. If I were a betting man, I would bet you a dollar they have talked to some of those other churches where I was interim.

Churches often get a little frustrated with their pastors and even have conflicts, but when the pulpit is vacant, there is a real sense of loss.

There is great security to come to church and know your pastor is there to greet you, ask about your family and preach the word. In these interim periods, the church feels adrift no matter how hard they work. God calls out men to shepherd His people and, as Christ said of His generation, “they are sheep without a shepherd.” It will be easy for a church to call a preacher, but difficult to call a pastor. Churches with good men of God should be thankful every Sunday when they see and hear their pastor in the pulpit.

I understand Sixth Street has installed a large clock in the rear of the sanctuary that can easily be seen from the pulpit. I’m sure that is just an update on the facility, however, the sign under it says “We Finish At Eleven” and I’m sure that was contributed by a deacon.

Dr. Gerald Hallmark is a retired minister living in Alexander City. His column appears here each Friday.

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Communication with elected officials is the key to good government. To let your most local representatives know how you feel about state or local matters, contact any of the following.

Governor Kay Ivey represents the state of Alabama and its 67 counties. She was sworn into office on April 10, 2017, and can be reached at 334242-7100. Her office is located at the State Capitol at 600 Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama.

Steve Marshall was appointed Alabama’s 50th Attorney General. He was appointed in 2017 and serves as the State’s chief law enforcement officer. He can be reached at 334-242-7300, and his office is located at 501 Washington Avenue, Montgomery.

Mark Tuggle (R) represents the 81st District covering Coosa, Chilton and Tallapoosa counties. He can be reached by phone at 256392-2006 or by email at tughd81@gmail.com. His office is located at 110 Calhoun Street, Suite 108, Alexander City.

Tom Whatley represents the 27th District covering Lee, Russell and Tallapoosa County. He was elected to the Alabama Senate on Nov. 2, 2010, and can be reached at 334-242-7865.

His office is located at 337 East Magnolia Drive, Auburn.

Clyde Chambliss Jr. represents Senate District 30, which includes portions of Elmore, Autauga, Chilton, Coosa and Tallapoosa counties.

He can be reached at 334-343-7883 or at clyde. chambliss@alsenate.gov

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resident Trump gets involved in a war of words with North Korea’s leader. A few months later, he’s having a friendly meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Do American presidents get a bounce in the polls from conflictual remarks and actions?

My undergraduate students researched this topic in a class project, analyzing at cases of fighting and peace, from President George H. W. Bush to President Donald J. Trump. Our students researched the diversionary theory of war, something covered not only scholarly journals and books, something movies like “Wag the Dog” and “Canadian Bacon” covered. Presidents are alleged to wage war to get a burst of patriotism (a “Rally ‘Round the Flag” Effect).

But a local non-traditional undergraduate speculated that we should look at cases of public opinion on peace as well, something nobody in political science ever did. Katie Still gets the credit for coining the term “Diversionary Theory of Peace.”

So we researched 44 cases from 1989 to 2018, 19 of which were conflict based and 25 were examples where the U.S. negotiated with an adversary or mediated an attempt to end a fight between two other groups that fight (like Northern Irish

JOHN TURES Columnist Protestants and Catholics, or Israel vs. Palestinians). The students look at the weekly Gallup polls, one before the event and one afterwards (though in a separate study, they looked at three poll averages before and after… you get a lot of math in my political science classes!).

Believe it or not, the students found that presidents don’t get much of a boost from conflict overall (10 poll increases, and nine that resulted in zero or negative surveys). For cooperation, it’s not really better (12 poll increases, five unchanged, and 8 declines), with an average poll bounce of less than 0.125 percent for both categories, hardly a blip.

GOP Presidents get a slightly better bounce from foreign policy actions (2.2 percent average increase) than Democrats do (1 percent average increase), though Democrats are more likely to go up (11 cases up, 4 unchanged, 6 cases down) than Republicans (11 up, 5 unchanged, 7 down).

But the biggest shocker came from the timing of the cases. In cases of conflict before 9/11, presidents could average of a five percentage point increase, with five

cases of approval ratings increase, two remaining the same and one declining).

Peace cases before 9/11 also got a bounce, an average of three percentage points (as well as eight cases of poll jumps, two unchanged, two declines). But after 9/11, conflict polls only increase 0.3 percent, with peace getting a decline of 0.3 percentage points, not even a one percent increase.

Why is this the case? Are we more cynical after 2001?

Do we care less about foreign affairs? Or does our 24-hour news cycle and social media keep so well informed that the moment an event happens seem anticlimactic? It’s unclear so far.

My undergraduate students didn’t just work on this in class, or in their dorms. They also went down to the Georgia Political Science Association (GPSA) conference in Savannah, Georgia, among professors and graduate students, to positive reviews from attendees. If you’re interested in doing this kind of research, or have a son or daughter who would be, we would be happy to have them join our team at LaGrange College.

John A. Tures is a professor of political science at LaGrange College in Georgia. He can be reached at jtures@lagrange.edu.

His Twitter account is JohnTures2.

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MUSIC: Peggy Glenn Shores will be performing at the Equality Performing Arts Center Friday, Nov. 16. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

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There is no admission charge but donations are welcomed.

BALL: The Dadeville Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2018 Denim & Diamonds Ball, a “Night of Giving,” Friday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Lake Martin Event Center. The ball benefits the Lake Martin Area United Way. Tickets are available at the Dadeville Area Chamber of Commerce, the Lake Martin Area United Way and the Lake Martin Event Center at the Rodeo Club.

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BEANS AND GREENS: The Dadeville First United Methodist Church is hosting a beans and greens community event Friday, November 16 at 5 p.m. at Dadeville City Hall. It is free of charge.

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TRADE DAY: Bibb Graves High School Alumni and Friends Monthly Trade Day in Millerville on Highway 9 between Ashland and Goodwater will be held on Nov. 17 from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. Refreshments are also available.

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The Learning Tree, Inc. is Accepting Applications for Housekeeper.

Applications can be picked up at: 101 S. Dubois Street Tallassee, AL 36078 Or contact Shatia Carr (334) 252-0025, Ext. 101 Email: Scarr@learning-tree.org

CHURCH ANNIVERSARY: New Adka Missionary Baptist Church is celebrating its 146th Anniversary Sunday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. The church is located at 21 North Thornton Road in Dadeville.

Guest minister will be Rev. Gary Dixon of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Lafayette. Edward Milner is pastor of New Adka Missionary.

MEN AND WOMEN’S DAY PROGRAM: Great Bethel Missionary Baptist Church is hosting its men and women’s day program Sunday, Nov. 18 at 10:30 a.m. The guest minister will be Rev. Charlie Bryant, Jr. of Opelika speaking on a theme of “working together.” Great Bethel is located at 692 Jefferson St. in Alexander City. All are welcome to join.

PASTORAL APPRECIATION: GAP Fellowship Church at 721 Robinson Court is celebrating the 19th Pastoral Appreciation of Pastor Lewis and Marilyn Benson Sunday, Nov. 18 2:30 p.m.

The guest pastor is Curtis Seals of Lilly Hill Baptist Church in Talladega.

YOUTH DAY: Kellyton Chapel United Methodist Church is holding youth day services Road Sunday, November 18.

PRE-THANKSGIVING FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM: Rocky Mt. Baptist Church on Highway 22 is hosting a pre-Thanksgiving Fellowship program Sunday, Nov. 18 at 2:30 p.m.

The guest speaker will be Minister Wanda Griffin. Rev. Al Lawson is pastor of Rocky Mt. Baptist Church.

Sunday, Nov. 25

TREE LIGHTING: Christmas Lights Around the Square will be from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25 in Dadeville.

There will be choirs, dancers, elves tossing candy hot chocolate and warm Christmas punch. There will also be pictures with Mrs. Clause so children bring your letters to mail to Santa. They mayor will light the Christmas tree.

Tuesday, Nov. 27

MEDICARE CHECKUP: The Area Agency on Aging will be at the Chamber of Commerce from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the 2019 Medicare Checkup. There will be help to understand Medicare benefits, determine which Part D best fits needs, enrollment, file a claim or appeal and answer questions about health insurance.

No appointment is needed but help is first come, first serve. Be sure to bring your Medicare Card and list of medications with dosage and strength.

Sunday, Dec. 2

CHRISTMAS CANTATA: Red

Ridge United Methodist Church is presenting its Christmas Cantata “Sing Christmas,” A Christmas Choral Experience Sunday, Dec. 2 at 9:30 a.m. in the church sanctuary. The music is arranged by Joel Raney and Mary McDonald and includes staging, musical and theatrical staging under the direction of Der. Kim Walls with an orchestra composed of professional, amateur and student musicians.

Participants will include the choir and theatrical cast of church members. Refreshments and coffee will be served following the cantata. Everyone is invited.

Red Ridge is located at 8091 County Road 34 in Dadeville. Vicki Cater is pastor.

Tuesday, Dec. 4

USHERS MEETING: Early District ushers meeting will be Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. at the Early Rose District Center.

Ongoing Events

FEAST OF SHARING: Alexander City United Methodist Church and St. James Episcopal Church host a Feast of Sharing meal Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. at the fellowship hall of the Methodist Church.

ALACARE SEEKING VOLUNTEERS: Become a friend when a friend is needed most! Alacare Hospice Volunteers visit to offer companionship and emotional support.

Whether it is a listening ear, a smiling face, or a shoulder to lean on, a friendly visit from a hospice volunteer can brighten the lonely day of a patient and caregiver. Contact Sonya Bryan for more information at 256-329-0507.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6 p.m. on Thursdays at the Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church next to Russell Hospital. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. Contact Lisa at 256-749-0160 at ww.oa.org.

GRIEF SHARE: Sessions for Grief Share will be at the Trinity Campus of First United Methodist Church starting August 29 and will be held on Wednesdays through Nov. 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. the seminar is sponsored Radney Funeral Home and First United Methodist Church.

FIRST SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP: Duncan United Methodist Church is hosting First Sunday Fellowship starting July 1. There will be a meal filled with friendship, fellowship and lots of fun starting at 5 p.m. at the clubhouse adjoining the church.

Rev. Wayne Hicks is the pastor.

COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: This group meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Trinity Campus FUMC next to Russell Medical. Meetings will resume in September. All cancer patients and family members are welcome. If you are interested, please contact Andrea Peacock 256-749-1134 or andreapeacock60@gmail.com.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Red Ridge United Methodist Church

in Dadeville hosts an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting every Sunday at 6 p.m.

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS: The Bill Nichols Chapter 13 meets every third Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Charles T. “Bud” Porch Center in Alexander City. Chapter Service Officers are available every second and fourth Wednesday from noon to 5 p.m. for claims assistance.

RECYCLING: The Alexander City Recycling Facility is located at the Public Works Department at 824 Railey Road. All materials should be dropped off behind the green storage shed on the Public Works lot. The facility is always open for unassisted drop off.

Assistance with drop off is available between 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please call 256-4092020 for more information.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP: Every third Monday at 10 a.m. the Trinity campus of First United Methodist Church will be a caregiver support group. Call 256-329-7177 for more information.

TOPS MEETING: Take Off Pounds Sensibly is the short name for TOPS Club, Inc., the original nonprofit, noncommercial network of weight-loss support groups throughout the U.S. and Canada. TOPS offers tools and programs for healthy living and weight management, with exceptional group fellowship and recognition. Established in 1948 to champion weight-loss support and success, we’ve helped millions of people live healthier lives.

Come out and visit us. Your first meeting is free. Meetings are held every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Comer Baptist Church, 341 E. Church St., Alexander City, AL. Call (256) 496-4210 for more information.

WOMEN’S MEETING: Victory Temple Holiness Church in Dadeville is hosting a women’s meeting the first Sunday of every month. Men are invited too.

VOLUNTEER: Southern Care Hospice is seeking volunteers. Please call Lizz Gillenwaters at 256-234-1134 or 256-749-3717 for more information.

WOMAN MEETING: Victory Temple Holiness Church hosts a women’s meeting every first Sunday at 237 Aster St. in Dadeville. Everyone is invited.

The meetings start at 2 p.m.

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Earn a Career Readiness Certificate and an AIDT Alabama Certified Worker Certificate. The class meets MondayThursday 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Alexander City Career Center located at 1375 Junior College Drive.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) A friend and a long-term goal are the focus of your day. A midday meeting could transform into a TGIF get-together! If you cannot go along with the spontaneity, speak up and make your expectations clear. Avoid unnecessary irritation. Tonight: Where the crowds are.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Touch base with a respected associate. Your respect for this person doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that you must accept every idea that he or she shares.

Nevertheless, display an interest in what is being said. Be aware of the costs of handling a matter as you have been. Tonight: People surround you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) our sensitivity makes a big diÉ&#x2C6;erence in how you handle a caring message from a loved one. You might opt to buy a small gift for this person as a result. Confusion surrounds meetings and communication in general.

Recheck plans, times and places.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You are ready to declare your feelings about a particular matter; however, your words could fail you, or a friend might become disruptive.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) No matter what you choose to do or whom you choose to do it with, you could be out of sorts. Your sense of humor hopefully Ă&#x201E;lters through, and as a result, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to take the situation too seriously. An issue around your domestic life emerges.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) If you pace yourself, you will accomplish a lot quickly. Toward the end of the day, fatigue marks your communication. However, a meeting with friends or associates proves to be so invigorating that you are likely to get past the need for a nap! Tonight: Hang out with fun people.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Double-check all Ă&#x201E;nancial matters, even insurance policies and legal agreements. Know that when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re done, you hopefully will be able to take a deep breath and relax. A boss lets you know how much he or she admires your style. Tonight: Be with your favorite person.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today, you might not be able to hide an innate aloofness. Mercury, the planet of communication, does a backward jig in your sign. During the next few weeks, be as precise as possible when making plans and scheduling meetings. Tonight: Try to make it an early night.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Your sixth sense kicks in. You seem to know when something is about to happen. You might want to gain some perspective by sharing your concerns with a trusted friend. A partner lets you know how he or she feels. Tonight: Dinner for two at a favorite restaurant.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) When dealing with friends and diÉ&#x2030;cult situations, understand that you have a tendency to go overboard. If you can, stay centered and observe what develops when you lie low and stay out of othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hassles.

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but also works with local law enforcement agencies to help build a case against the abuser. The center also purchases gifts for the children going through its programs at Christmastime, and is working to expand the various programs offered to area schools.

At a recent meeting of the Dadeville Kiwanis Club, Burgess said she estimated the CAC would handle approximately 320 cases this year, many of which will come from Tallapoosa County.

With a relatively small operating budget, Burgess said the CAC relies relatively heavily on funding from local police departments, the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Development and the Alabama Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advocacy Center.

She added the United Way fundraising campaign is always a big help in providing the money needed to run the center and its efforts.

While there are many children the CAC has been able to help over the years, there is one case Burgess said stands out in her mind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had the privilege of working with an 11-year-old girl who had been sexually abused by an older cousin,â&#x20AC;?

Burgess said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She came to us for her initial forensic interview, where she tearfully recounted the incidents of abuse. The memory of that interview sticks with me as she was so sweet and so scared. Following her brave admission, we continued to see her for counseling to address her trauma.

We also worked closely with the DAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

office and law enforcement on the prosecution of her case. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also started preparing her for the court process. She was terrified at first, but we explained how everything would work and promised to be with her every step of the way. We went to court with her last December and proudly watched as she faced her fears with the most tremendous courage I have ever seen. Her offender was adjudicated guilty and was sent to a youthful sex offender program. Her relief and peace with the outcome was evident, and since that time she has gone on to flourish. She is very active in dance and gymnastics, and she is doing amazingly well at school. When I think of her, I think of all of the best parts of this job. She, like every other child, makes every second of this kind of work worth it. She is the reason we do what we do every day and will continue to do so.â&#x20AC;?

For more information about the TriCounty Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advocacy Center and everything it does to help children, it can be reached at 1-888-204-7224.

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Allen has been a working comedian for five decades. He has appeared on Comedy Central, VH-1, Showtime, TBN, CBN, Family net and other networks. Allen is also on SiriusXMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s channels.

Jackson hopes people will come out and support the Russell Medical Foundation while getting a laugh in the process, Thursday, Nov. 29 at The Mill Two Eighty. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can all use a little more laughter in our life so when you buy your ticket we encourage you to buy one for someone else and bring them with you,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bring that friend, neighbor, etc. that may be sitting home alone. For large numbers of Americans, the period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is filled with stress, anxiety, and loneliness. A lot of people start to

feel down this time of the year, so we hope to head it off. Help us in our efforts to spread joy of laughter and letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s come together this holiday season.â&#x20AC;?

Jackson said people can couple up to purchase two tickets for $60 or for tables. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also have a limited number of reserved tables of 10 available for $400,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reserved tables also get early entry to the event.â&#x20AC;?

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meeting Nabors fell Friday evening and went to the hospital.

The code allows Spraggins to vote as he normally would as an Alexander City City Council member.

The code goes further stating if the mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is declared vacant, the mayor pro tem would assume the duties as mayor until a special election could be held if the vacancy came more than a year before a

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For those who want to help the Tri-County Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Advocacy Center in ways other than donating to the United Way campaign, Burgess said the organization is always in need of paper products, as well as art supplies and things like Play-Doh, which the center uses when interviewing children to help keep their clients calmed.

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This move does not require action of the council but Larkin will recommend it be recorded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is not a vote,â&#x20AC;? Larkin said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The code says â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;shall.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; It is not an option, but I will recommend it be noted in minutes of the next meeting.â&#x20AC;?

The next meeting of the Alexander City City Council will be Monday at 5:30 p.m.

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public outcry, for cash, to the highest bidder, in front of the Courthouse doors in Alexander City, Tallapoosa County, Alabama, on the 30th day of November, 2018, at 11:00 a.m., the property described in Mortgage, which property description is hereby referred to and made a part hereof, said property being situated in Tallapoosa County, State of Alabama and located at: Lot Number 5 of the Brand Estates, Plat No. 1 according to the map of plat of said subdivision as the same appears RQ UHFRUG LQ WKH 2IÂżFH RI WKH Judge of Probate of Tallapoosa County, Alabama in Plat Book 8 at Page 93. Such sale will be made as provided in said Mortgage for the purpose of paying the debt secured by said Mortgage with interest thereon, any

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READY TO BE THE BEST Wildcats’ wrestling team has sights set high

By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Coming off its best season in recent memory, Benjamin Russell’s wrestling team is back for more. The Wildcats finished as runner up in the state after qualifying all but one individual to the state championships a year ago, and as BRHS coach Michael Ransaw’s goal is always one finish higher than the year before, there’s one big goal in mind.

“Our goals are every tournament to go out and give 100 percent,” Ransaw said. “I’ve asked the guys to challenge themselves to place one place higher in every tournament than they did last year. If we finished third last year, we want to be one place higher. Because we were second in the state, that’s a tall order. There’s only one step above that, but that’s the expectation.”

There are numerous returners for the Wildcats this season.

Both Bobby Charsha and Saxon Coker are back after finishing second in the state a year ago. Charsha will likely move up to the 120-pound weight class, while Coker will take up his spot at 145.

Seniors Ryan Spradley and Robert Graham will be at 152 and 132, respectively.

“Ryan finished fifth in the state, and Robert had a great state tournament also,” Ransaw said. “We have those two pretty solid returning seniors who will step in and contribute right away.”

At 113, Nyshaad Hannon, who was a state qualifier a year ago, is expected to make a strong contribution in the lower weight classes. The Wildcats also have several who are fresh off the football field, including Keedon Young at 160. Young

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Benjamin Russell’s Robert Graham, top, is expected to be a big contributor for the Wildcats at the 132-pound weight class.

was a starter last year before an injury early in the season, but Ransaw has big expectations for him.

In the upper weight classes, Pokey Norris will return at heavyweight and Damian Lawry should take up the 220 spot as a sophomore.

“For our strength, you would have to look at our upper weight classes,” Ransaw said. “From 145 through to heavyweight, I think once we get everyone solidified in their weight classes, that’s going to be a pretty tough lineup.”

Last season, Benjamin Russell was known for its pins, which helped the Wildcats rack up a lot of points in tournaments, and they are hoping for more of that this season.

“I don’t change the way I teach our guys to wrestle,” Ransaw said. “We’re going to wrestle aggressive and we’ll take what our opponent gives

us in each situation. We’re going to take the quick pins if we’re getting them, but we practice and teach them to go the distance. We practice as if we’re going the distance with everyone, and if need be, we’ll go to overtime and we’ll win overtime because we’re very well conditioned.”

Benjamin Russell also has the advantage of Oxford moving to a different sectional; Oxford was the team Benjamin Russell always seemed to fall short against a year ago.

But Ransaw said there’s good competition all around the area with Wetumpka, McAdory, Spanish Fort and even Opelika being standouts on the schedule.

But the Wildcats have beefed up their schedule this season with tournaments in Nashville, Tennessee, and Marietta, Georgia, and Ransaw is hoping facing a wide variety of competition will help his team in the long run.

“We beefed it up for a couple reasons,” Ransaw said. “First reason is to wrestle on a level that we want our wrestlers on and to be able to compete with whoever we meet, we want to be competitive. With a tough schedule, we’ll see a diversity of talent and skills, things we haven’t seen before, so when we do wrestle in our same caliber, we’re on another level.

“Secondly, I want our JV guys to get a little bit more experience of hitting the mat.

Every time we wrestle, we have a JV tournament or match.

I really truly believe that’s how we build a championship program is continue to bring them up through the ranks. I want to have depth at every weight class.”

The Wildcats get things started today, as they head to Mobile for a two-day individual tournament that features 23 teams from around Alabama, Louisiana and Florida.

Coosa boys hunting down state title Cougar girls unsure what to expect

By LIZI ARBOGAST Sports Editor

Both Central Coosa’s boys and girls basketball teams had extremely successful seasons last year, but the expectations for the squads this year vary greatly.

While the girls team lost its two best players — Ryesha Whetstone graduated and Eunique McKinney transferred to Childersburg — the boys squad returns its entire starting lineup. Although the Cougar boys have extremely high expectations, they don’t want to get ahead of themselves just yet.

“The ultimate goal, no doubt about it, is always to win a state championship and to get to Birmingham,” Coosa boys coach Jeremy Freeman said. “That’s the ultimate goal, and every time I get a team, that’s what I want. Legitimately, our chances look good, but legitimately doesn’t win anything.”

Filling out the starting lineup will be Omar Gaddis and Jovon Richardson, who will rotate at point guard, forwards Josh McGhee and Quin Brooks and returning leading-scorer Noel Jones.

Jones led the Cougars in scoring (17.7 points per game) and rebounds (8.3 per game) last season, and the expectations continue to be high for him, as Freeman hopes Jones will round out his game this season.

“With him, I’ve talked to him about not being satisfied,” Freeman said. “When you have a lot of different skill sets, it’s easy for the game to become boring if it’s not a challenge. I’m challenging him to make himself better while he’s making the team better. Now it’s about making other people around him better.”

With such strong guards, Freeman is expecting the team’s biggest strengths to be their ball movement and shooting as well as the ability to have multiple players in

ere are a few random thoughts from around the sports world.

• I have no problem saying I was completely indifferent about UAB’s football program’s being disbanded a few years ago. It had zero effect on me at the time. However now? I am a UAB fan.

Coach Bill Clark has been a miracle worker leading to the Blazers being ranked in the AP Top 25 for the first time in school history.

This weekend UAB travels to Texas A&M. It wouldn’t shock me if the Blazers sent the Aggies to an 0-3 record against teams from Alabama this season. This state will always be about the Iron Bowl participants, but UAB is the best story in college football this season.

• Speaking of which, what would you have won had you bet in mid-November UAB would be ranked and Auburn would not be?

• As an Alabama fan, the Mississippi State game is my least favorite of the year, every year. It’s practically a no-win situation (even in a victory).

The Tide is always coming off of an emotionally draining game against LSU and the Bulldogs have generally faced a much easier opponent. It also doesn’t help Miss State arguably has the best defense Alabama will play all season and Tua Tagvailoa’s knee (or quad or entire leg) is not in tip-top shape.

• I am big believer in recruiting rankings. Individually they can be picked apart, but as a whole star rankings are a pretty good predictor of success.

That said, it’s funny Alabama’s best running back right now, Josh Jacobs, was a little-known late offer in his recruiting cycle. Najee Harris and Damien Harris are both former five stars and great backs in their own right, but Jacobs is the bell cow right now.

• It’s way too early to make definitive statements but, outside of Duke, Auburn has the best college basketball team I have seen this year. If these two meet in the Maui Invitational, it will be a colossal match up.

• Early enrollee Kira Lewis, Jr. for Alabama has to put on more weight and get acclimated to the college pace, but I watched him in person Sunday night and I am really high on his future. He put up 21 points in that contest. Not bad for a guy who should be getting ready for his senior year of high school.

Luke Robinson is a regular columnist and contributor to Lake Martin Living and BMetro.

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Central Coosa’s Jovon Richardson will once again run the point for the Cougars this year.

multiple positions. Heading into the season opener tonight, Freeman said he could have several players who will rotate in and out.

But because the Cougars have so much returning, Freeman doesn’t want them getting complacent.

“What happens is when a team comes back like this, there’s so much rah rah and fanfare before they’ve even done anything,” Freeman said. “You have got to earn this, and it’s a long grind and a slow grind to get there. There are peaks and valleys. You don’t want to get too low and you certainly don’t want to get too high. Being even keeled is very important. That’s my biggest thing.”

On the girls side, Coosa coach Syreeta McKinney isn’t sure what to expect. The only returners are lone senior Shae Suttles, who will take up her spot at forward, and junior Aliona McKenzie. Other than that, it’s an extremely young team with at least two freshmen likely earning starting spots.

Brynli Mitchell will likely run the point, while Daja Pearson will play at guard.

“Basically, I’m hoping (for them) to learn the game,” McKinney said. “With them being new to varsity speed, there’s going to be jitters. They’re new and they’re young, but we gotta get out there and play and do the best we can to succeed.”

Because she is such a defensive-minded coach, McKinney said defense will continue to come first for the Cougars.

“Defense is going to be our main focus because we are so young,” she said. “I have to teach them to be a good defensive team.

The offense will come, but we have to develop the players.”

More than ever, the Cougars will rely on a strong inside game.

Central Coosa dropped down to Class 2A this season and will compete in an area with Reeltown, Thorsby and Fayetteville. The Cougars kick off the season tonight at home against Sylacauga.

SPORTS CALENDAR Friday, Nov. 16 High school boys basketball Horseshoe Bend at Elmore County, 7:30 p.m.

Sylacauga at Central Coosa, 7 High school girls basketball Horseshoe Bend at Elmore County, 6 p.m.

High school wrestling Benjamin Russell in Mobile Civic Center tournament, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 17 High school wrestling Benjamin Russell in Mobile Civic Center tournament, 4:30 p.m.

College football Liberty at Auburn, 3 p.m.

Alabama at Citadel, 11 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 20 High school boys basketball Central Coosa at Dadeville, 7 High school girls basketball Central Coosa at Dadeville, 5:30 p.m.