The past year was filled with all sorts of news. 

The public cast ballots for new leadership in some municipalities seeking change. Other voters reelected the current administration. Where allowed, Elmore County voters also said no to new fees.

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Cliff Williams / TPI Wetumpka Mayor Jerry Willis speaks at the groundbreaking for River Town Center Friday. The city has purchased 35 acres across Highway 14 from the Wetumpka Sports Complex.

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Cliff Williams / TPI The 1852 building is the largest of the four remaining buildings on the west Tallassee mill site. It is one of the oldest industrial sites in Alabama made from rock. It is waiting approval for Phase 2 environmental studies under the Brownfields programs.

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Cliff Williams / TPI Town of Eclectic crews are joined by private contractors to repair a leaking water main Thursday. The nearby water tank has been out of operation for at least 10 years.

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Cliff Williams / TPI The sun sets as the first ever soccer game is played at The Fieldhosue at 17 Springs. Officials cut the ribbon on the fact last week.

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Cliff Williams / TPI Nick Frazier, left, was recognized at the Stanhope Elmore High School JROTC awards day. It was also the day it was announced he would be the battalion’s executive officer for the next school year.

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Submitted / TPI The door to Terrell Crosby’s janitor’s closet was adorned with messages from students and faculty after his death. Everyone recalled interactions, stories, their love for Crosby and promise to keep the school clean.