Thomas Parker Aug 29, 2008
Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Dadeville P.O. Box 308 Dadeville, AL 36853 or Dadeville Fire Department 339 North Tallassee St. Dadeville, AL 36853. Langley Funeral Home of Camp Hill is handling arrangements. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Panthers, Tigers kickoff 2008 season Aug 27, 2008
A disappointing 2007 campaign for the Tallassee Tigers ended last year with a 34-7 defeat at the hands of the Elmore County High Panthers. They beat the mud out of us, Tallassee head coach Rodney Dollar said ... His 5A Tigers wont have to wait long for revenge, though, as the rival Eclectic and Tallassee squads open the season against each other Friday at J.E. Hot OBrien Stadium in Tallassee. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Death, storms are Fays legacy Aug 27, 2008
Another tornado was reported on the ground in the Lightwood community in a rural area near Tallassee. Eric Jones, county EMA director, said he was still in communication with community and municipal first responders to assess Fays total damage. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
High school football kicks off with jamboree weekend Aug 20, 2008
Wetumpka will host Carver at Hohenburg Field, Eclectic will visit Dadeville and Tallassee will travel to Valley. New Life will be at home to Lighthouse, and Victory Baptist will welcome Marion as Friday signals the official start of the Alabama Christian Education Athletic Association season. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Overheard, out and about, Mrs. Grundy sees all, tells all Aug 16, 2008
Brad and Kathy Ansley of Tallassee, Tennessee, were the others. They were staying in a bed and breakfast nearby. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
1 dead, 4 injured in boating accident Aug 13, 2008
One of the swimmers, 62-year-old Edwin Donald Tatum of Prattville, was pronounced dead at Tallassee Community Hospital. The four who were injured were transported to hospitals in Tallassee and Montgomery. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Boat accident kills one Aug 12, 2008
Those who were injured were transported to hospitals in Tallassee and Montgomery. Cumbie s bond was set at $15,000 on the homicide by vessel charge and $1,000 on the boating under the influence charge. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Lady Panthers prep for season opener at St. James Aug 9, 2008
28) before hosting Tallassee Sept. 2 ... We have a rivalry with Tallassee that started last year ... After hosting Tallassee, the Lady Panthers will then meet Holtville (Sept. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Pentagon Lays Out Time-Table for New Tanker Contract Aug 7, 2008
If chosen, one of Northrup Grumman's major suppliers would be already be located in the state; GKN-Westland Aero in Tallassee would build wing panels for the KC-30 tanker jets. It's no wonder why Governor Riley is so excited about the prospects. (WSJA.com, AL)
GKN Aerospace a foundation for countys high-tech growth Aug 6, 2008
GKN Aerospace has added more than 500 jobs to their Tallassee operations since 2005, Basinger said of the countys leading manufacturing employer ... In Tallassee, GKN Aerospace makes carbon-composite assemblies for Sikorsky Blackhawk helicopters and F-22 Raptor fighter jets used by the U.S. military, as well as EADS/Airbuss mammoth A380 passenger jet ... Recently, the company helped lessen the blow of layoffs by Russell Corp. at its Wetumpka plan, he said, by inviting local workers to... (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Brewton falls at state in Demopolis Jul 29, 2008
After splitting their first two games at the state level tourney in Demopolis with Sylacauga and Central Alabama, the 14-year-old Brewton Babe Ruth All-Star dropped their final two games in the tournament to Tallassee and Satsuma to finish with a 1-3 record ... In game three, Brewton fell to Tallassee 10-3 and in game four they fell to Satsuma 11-1 ... We left six against Sylacauga, 11 against Tallassee, and seven against Satsuma. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Nancy Holliday Eubanks Jul 26, 2008
In lieu of flowers donations to the Children / Youth Group, First Baptist Church 178 S Tallassee St, Dadeville, AL 36853. She was preceded in death by her husband James N. Eubanks. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
School supply drives planned for next week Jul 26, 2008
The Wetumpka drive will be Aug. 1 from 12 to 4 p.m. and the Tallassee and Millbrook collections are planned for Aug. 2 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ... The Tallassee City and Elmore County boards of education are also assisting in the effort. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
County thanks GKN for investing in Tallassee Jul 26, 2008
The team at GKN Aerospace in Tallassee manufactures assemblies for civil and military aircraft programs such as the Sikorsky Blackhawk, Airbus A330/340 and A380 jetliners, the F-22 and for the GEnx engine for GE. Two years ago, GKN Aerospace commenced an extension, increasing the floor space at its Tallassee facility by 50 percent - to 380,000 square feet. This space will allow for the growth in activity required to meet a significant increase in sales volumes over the next 3-5 years. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Covington County, Opp off to slow start Jul 22, 2008
Covington County won its first game against West Alabama 10-8 but lost its second and third games to Tallassee and Etowah County 12-6 and 13-2. Opp lost its games against Cottage Hill 16-2, Etowah County 12-2 and Brewton 11-10. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
County Commission approves courthouse renovation Jul 13, 2008
Aliquor license application for off premises retail beer sales, by Joe Giddens Jr. for Rock Springs Grocery on Redland Road in Tallassee was approved unanimously ... Tallassee resident Jack Solomon was granted a license to establish a private cemetery on Blackjack Road. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Census: Local cities growing Jul 13, 2008
41 percent, from 340 to 372 and Tallassee, 3. 98 percent from 4,925 to 5,121. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Aerospace industry still strong officials say Jun 23, 2008
Wade cited Alabama Aircraft Industries Inc. in Birmingham and Pemco World Air Services in Dothan, Lockheed Martin Corp. and Sikorsky Aircraft in Troy and GKN Aerospace in Tallassee and Montgomery as examples. In addition, the companies involved in the $35 billion tanker contract competition (Boeing Co., Northrop Grumman Corp. and the U.S. offshoot of the European Aeronautic Space and Defence Co.) all have operations in Alabama separate from their bid for the Air Force work. (AL.com)
Faulk proposes group to study commissions gas costs Jun 21, 2008
They also authorized Rock Springs Grocery LLC to advertise a public hearing for an off-premises retail beer license for the store at 11122 Redland Road, Tallassee ... Approval was given to a Memorandum of Under stand ing which allows Wetumpka, Millbrook and Tallassee to use the countys handicap voting machines for municipal elections. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Wildcats postpone first scrimmage Jun 17, 2008
The Wildcats were slated to scrimmage Tallassee Tuesday in a seven-on-seven match-up with helmets only, but due to conflicting schedules with players and other sports, McCombs said he had to reschedule ... Although the Wildcats will play Tallassee next Tuesday, McCombs said the team will practice as many times as possible ... The Wildcats will take on Tallassee in the drills next Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Chilton Water Authority to hold blood drive Friday Jun 10, 2008
LifeSouth provides blood for transfusion to patients at Jackson Hospital, Baptist Medical Center East, Baptist Medical Center South, Prattville Baptist Hospital, Crenshaw Community Hospital, Community Hospital of Tallassee, Elmore Community Hospital, Troy Regional Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center and Southeast Alabama Medical Center. - from staff reports. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
2 Down, 2 to go Jun 5, 2008
He also mentioned projects like replacing Tallassee s Fitzpatrick Bridge, which is nearly 80 years old. In the District 3 race, Robert Hankins and David Bowen emerged from a three-man field and will compete in a runoff in July. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Lion's Club All-Star game to be in Clanton May 24, 2008
At Tallassee Knight finished 1-3 with a double. Sixteen of the 44 players will be chosen to represent Central Alabama in their All-Star match-up against South Alabama May 30 at Samford University. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
9 Local WWII vets will take Honor Flight May 14, 2008
Besides Hornsby and Hyde, the Elmore County residents who ll travel to Washington Saturday include: Wilmer Scott of Wetumpka, Robert Kenney and Kermit Moore of Tallassee and Leonard Allen, Thomas F. Hedrick and Robert Hill of Millbrook. Name. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Sewell awards set for May 6 May 2, 2008
Tickets are 25 per person, and are available at PrimeSouth Bank in Wetumpka and Tallassee, River Bank and Trust in Wetumpka and Prattville and Central Elmore Water and Sewer Authority ... Tallassee Alyssa Durham, Trey Cochran Gill, Morgan Wilson. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Jemison family plays horse and buggy Apr 19, 2008
The family does many live impressions of wars at places like Bridge Port, Tannehill, Tallassee and Bakers Farm. Together, they play out roles of individuals from past wars like men who rode horses, most often played by Tony; women who had to tend to men out on the field, played by Kim or Jasmine; foot soldiers, played by the oldest son Cody; and wartime kids played by the youngest son, Jordan. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Hyundai supplier finds home in Tallassee Apr 19, 2008
Tallassee became the latest Alabama city to benefit from the state s transformation to a hotbed of automotive manufacturing, as leaders marked the grand opening of Hanil Tube s first U.S. plant ... State, county and city leaders welcomed South Korea-based Hanil Tubes president Tony Kwon and others for the grand opening of the company s 54,000 square foot facility on Highway 229 near the Tallassee city limit ... They make a precise, exact product; you have to work like a surgeon, Tallassee Mayor... (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Hanil USA Plant Celebrates Grand Opening Apr 18, 2008
A new state of the art automotive facility is up and running in Tallassee. Hanil is located in Tallassee's South Industrial Park and employs 89 people ... Tallassee Mayor Bobby Payne says the city is ready to welcome new industry. (WSJA.com, AL)
High School Baseball First-Round Pairings Apr 15, 2008
Tallassee at Chelsea. Eufaula at Demopolis. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Area teams forced off field again Saturday Apr 7, 2008
Benjamin Russell will play Tallassee on Wildcat Appreciation Night Monday at 4:30 p.m. CACC pushed it's double header back to Sunday afternoon. The Trojans will finish the series with Jefferson Davis Community College Monday at 4 p.m. CACC will travel to Tuscaloosa to take on Shelton State Community College Tuesday. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Rain storm forces local baseball postponements Apr 5, 2008
Benjamin Russell was set to take on area opponent Tallassee at the Sportplex ... Benjamin Russell had planned on holding Wildcat Appreciation Night Friday, and Brooks said fans wearing Maroon would still get in free when the Wildcats played Tallassee either Saturday or Monday. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Gaylesville duo has record-setting game Apr 4, 2008
Other schools to hit two grand slams in one inning were Hoover in 1997 against Erwin, McAdory against John Carroll in 1994, Jeff Davis against Tallassee in 1987 and Huffman against Woodlawn in 1985. Higgins finished the game with three hits, including a triple in addition to his grand slam. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Hoover youth dies at Tallassee motocross track Mar 26, 2008
The father of a 12-year-old motorcyclist killed in an accident at Tallassee s Monster Mountain Motocross Track said his son truly loved the sport he died practicing. Foster Turner, a Hoover-area seventh grader, was killed when his 85cc motorcycle fishtailed after a jump. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
12- Year Old Killed in Motocross Accident Mar 22, 2008
Tallassee, Al. (WSFA) -- A 12-year old boy has died in a Motocross accident. The accident happened late Friday afternoon at Monster Mountain in Tallassee. (WSJA.com, AL)
County population continues steady rise Mar 22, 2008
Estimated population growth from April 2000, to July 6, 2006 was: Millbrook, 11,033 to 15,580; Wetumpka, 5,792 to 7,313; Tallassee, 4,925 to 5,072;Coosada, 1,410 to 1,567; Eclectic, 1,037 to 1,134; Elmore, 486 to 524; and Deatsville, 340 to 366. Name. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Andy Isshinryu earns high honors in RyuKen Open Mar 18, 2008
The United States Yoshukai Karate Association began its 2008 tournament schedule with the 12th Annual USYKA RyuKen Classic Karate Open held on March 8 in Tallassee, Ala. The tournament was hosted by USYKA National Director Soshu David Koda. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Former school superintendent dies Saturday Mar 16, 2008
Finlayson also has two grandsons, two granddaughters, a brother and two sisters, Mrs. Doris Elliot of Montgomery and Mrs. Rita (Freddie) Jones of Tallassee. Martin Funeral Home is handling the arrangements for the funeral. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Eufaula bridges rated 'obsolete' Feb 9, 2008
"We have one of the best bridge inspection programs in the country," he said, citing incidents in 2005 where the state was quick to close a bridge near Tallassee on State Highway 229 after heavy rains raised concerns about the bridge's stability. Those concerns led to the replacement of that bridge nearly seven years before it was scheduled for replacement. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Six CCHS wrestlers headed to sectionals Jan 31, 2008
Of those schools, CCHS this season has faced two: Shelby County High and Tallassee. The size of the event and the increased level of competition will be a challenge for Bernier s first-year wrestlers, he said. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Holtville’s Findley to be inducted to high school hall of fame Jan 23, 2008
Others include Wetumpka s Russell Taylor, Jack Ray, Edgar Welden, Ken Blankenship, Stokely Bazemore and Jack Wood; Tallassee s J.E. Hot O Brien, Tom Jones, Duane Webster and Ronnie Baynes; Eclectic s Terry Burt; Stanhope Elmore s Jimmy Foshee; Elmore County s John Whatley; and Holtville s Bubba Lewis. Several years ago, Jimmy Hull asked me if I would get some stuff together and send it to the Hall of Fame, Taylor said. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Weather Closings Jan 20, 2008
Sunday Services are canceled at East Tallassee Baptist Church. Highland Home School's (Crenshaw County) basketball game with Georgiana scheduled for Saturday night (1/19/2008) at 4:30 PM has been postponed. (WSJA.com, AL)
ALDOT continuing to inspect Coosa River bridge in county Jan 18, 2008
The span over the Tallapoosa River on Alabama Highway 14 near Tallassee and the bridge over the Tennessee River on U.S. 43 in the Shoals area are two other deck-truss bridges in the DOT review. The Associated Press reported this week the DOT's plan to review the gusset plates (the metal pieces that hold individual girders together on some bridges) on the Coosa, Tallapoosa and Tennessee river bridges after a federal report said undersized gusset plates were "the critical factor" in the Interstate... (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
The Year in review Dec 29, 2007
Local crater events attract crowds Collaborative efforts make county resource center a reality Samuel Moultry sentenced for welfare fraud Students rake in awards at regional science fair Monument relocation approved County EMA director aids damage assessment team in south Alabama Daylight Saving Time begins three weeks early Jasmine Hill to open for Spring Wetumpka High JROTC continues winning trend Wetumpka ceremony recognizes Arbor Day Fire damages Balm Road home Residents of four areas could... (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Injured youth dies, funeral Saturday Nov 28, 2007
St. Paul United Methodist Church in Tallassee also contributed. -- Herald Photo/Wesley Sinor. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Haynes of Wetumpka closing Nov 11, 2007
DeVaughn said Care Ambulance in Tallassee had already presented the board with a Certificate of Need, the document by which an ambulance company agrees to serve a county, city or town. Care will position ambulances around the county Sunday morning to be ready for any emergencies that arise. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
What's haunting Helen's Place? Oct 31, 2007
"Some of the fondest memories of my life are in that house," said Atkinson, the owner of Ben Atkinson Motors in Tallassee. "There aren't any ghosts in it.". (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Swarming for a title: Charles Henderson can clinch first-ever region title tonight Oct 19, 2007
The rain seemed to follow the Trojans in the early part of the season, but Charles Henderson continued to roll, racking up a come-from-behind win against Carroll, then beating Tallassee in a torrential downpour. The high point of the season came when the Trojans topped Region 2 bully Valley, then beat Dothan to spoil the Tigers' homecoming. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Trojans closing in on first-ever region title Oct 10, 2007
The Trojans have addressed early concerns over penalties averaging only four penalties in each of the last three games after being flagged 12 times against Tallassee. After back-to-back losing seasons, Charles Henderson has raced to a 6-0 record, topping rivals Valley and Eufaula in the process. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Goodwin to join staff of Herald and Observer Sep 29, 2007
Much of Goodwin s focus will be aimed on Eclectic, and he will also work to expand the newspaper group s coverage in the Tallassee area. In addition, Goodwin will cover county government for Price Publications Inc.. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Charles Henderson hopes to spoil Dothan homecoming Sep 28, 2007
And so far that play has been nearly flawless, with victories over Wilcox-Central, Carroll, Tallassee and Valley. definitely think the way our games have gone will help prepare us for a big test like Dothan, Grant said. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Several Chambers of Commerce Team Up To Show Off River Region For Golfers Sep 25, 2007
In a show of unity and support, the chambers of commerce in Montgomery, Wetumpka, Millbrook, Prattville, and Tallassee combined to create 150 gift bags for the players and other guests and v.i.p's. Each contains information about business, history, lodging, and recreational for each of those cities. (WSJA.com, AL)
Charles Henderson seeks revenge vs. Valley Sep 21, 2007
Last week against Tallassee, the Trojans committed 12 penalties for 125 yards. But a year ago at Valley, Charles Henderson was flagged 33 times. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Antique Trail draws shoppers Sep 19, 2007
Wetumpka, Tallassee, Mill brook and Prattville were all stops along the way. We committed to support the project, said Jan Wood, executive director of the Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Football Scores Sep 16, 2007
Henderson-Troy 23, Tallassee 9. Highland Home 59, Horseshoe Bend 29. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Get ready for game day Sep 12, 2007
Charles Henderson High School travels to Tallassee, while Pike County visits Abbeville and Goshen heads to Barbour County. Pike Liberal Arts is the only school in the county hosting a game Thursday night, as Bessemer comes to Troy. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Devils just want to play Sep 6, 2007
Notasulga lost 49-0 to Tallassee last week. Kickoff at George Walker Stadium is set for 7 p.m. tomorrow. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCORES Sep 1, 2007
Tallassee 49, Notasaulga 0. Tuscaloosa Christian 36, Flint Hill Christian 13. (WSJA.com, AL)
Bridge accident prompts concern Aug 7, 2007
The locations of the bridges are over the Tallapoosa River in the city of Tallassee in Elmore County; over the Coosa River in Chilton County; and over the Tennessee River in the cities of Sheffield and Florence in Colbert and Lauderdale counties. ALDOT officials report safety inspection are performed on all bridges every two years with certain bridges, such as ones that are posted for restricted loads being inspected more frequently. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Taking a weekend off from taxes Aug 1, 2007
In Tallassee the holiday is limited, with four-fifths of one-cent that will not be abated. Coosada, Deatsville and Elmore are not participating in the tax-free holiday. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
HOBO writes letters to governor, senators, asking for help Jul 21, 2007
Richard Shelby, Willard Bowers of Alabama Power and the mayors of Tallassee, Eclectic, Alexander City and Dadeville, lists several items the organization asks government officials to consider and enact. "[The governor] recognizes, as do all of us here on the lake, the economicimpact concerning the lake level drop," HOBO member and Lake Watch president Dick Bronson said. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Wiildcats' perform well in duals Jul 20, 2007
"All five teams (BRHS, Tallassee, Wetumpka, Oxford and Buckhorn) battled, we had a packed gym for a wrestling match and all of our guys did a really good job on the mats.". By Alabama High School Athletic Association rule, every sport is allocated seven competition days during the summer. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
More of this story Jul 18, 2007
In their second tournament, the Arrows once again had a shaky start, dropping the first game of the event 5-3 to Tallassee ... However, Tallassee would tie up the contest with a run of their own in the bottom of the frame, and neither team was able to knock in another run until the third ... After two straight outs, Gavin Free worked the Tallassee ace into a full-count before lining a fastball to score Norris, putting his team up 2-1. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Local duo visits four corners of United States Jul 8, 2007
The men had no mechanical problems except a flat tire in Tallassee, Fla. In Maine they were warned by two police officers about the danger of encountering a moose on the roadway, but they never saw one. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Suspect arrested in theft case Jul 4, 2007
A suspect involved in the theft of 50,000 worth of merchandise from a Tallassee store in early June is still on the loose ... Abbett said Bullard allegedly stole a red 1999 International 4900 truck equipped with a roll-back type bed from the business, which is located at 4600 Notasulga Road in the Tallassee area. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Theodore M. (Ted) Anderson Jul 1, 2007
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Mid-South Division, Lee Co. Unit, P.O. Box 94098, Birmingham AL 35220, or to the Calebee Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, c/o Mrs. Betty Segrest, 463 Riverside Drive, Tallassee AL 36078. Arrangements are being handled by Alabama Cremation Centers in Dadeville, Ala. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
