Altavista High School - Nuntius Yearbook (Altavista, VA)

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“Wam-Bam, thank you, Mam!” Is this what Rudolph said on his way into McDonald’s or was it, “You deserve a break today!””? The week before hunting season, a disoriented doe paid an unexpected visit to town. She left by the front entrance with some assistance from patrons drinking coffee. What a day! Mr. AJ. Otinger utilizes valuable time to prepare for his next lecture. Mr. Ottinger was one of the many businessmen donating time to Miss Deborah Mason's consumer math classes. 20 Current Events STIRTIAIN AFFAIRS With Individual Appeal Even though the world had been thrust into a state of distress over the space shuttle explosion and the nu- clear disaster at Chernobyl, two years later the bells of life rang on. As anation we mourned the loss of many lives due to airline collisions and suffered through Nancy Reagan's breast cancer. While fighting in the Middle East continued and the Bakker and Hart sex scandals raged on, what gave spice to the local life? To many, it was the closing of school on opening day because of heavy rain, or the recon- struction of the girls’- softball field. Most definitely a deer jumping through a window at McDonald's drew attention. Also popular was the opening of the YMCA’s teen center. It gave local youth a place to meet, watch movies, and dance. The Y also started negoti- ations for its expansion into the newly acquired Ford building which would be renovated by late 1989 or early 1990. The year also brought about the reconstruction of the bridge linking Hurt and Altavista. Its closing re- routed traffic until November 1988. The death of Congressman Dan Daniel saddened the community. Three days before his death, he had announced he would not run for another term. Jason Porter and Vanessa Boley

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“It was great; it served as an experi- ence | will remember forever,” ex- claimed Chris English while com- menting on his youth group’s trip to Savannah, Georgia. Sponsored by First Baptist Church, the youth con- ducted a ten hour Bible School for children ages 2-12 who lived in gov- ernment funded housing projects in inner-city Savannah. Chris further commented, “The summer program consisted of music, Bible stories, arts, and snacks for the children.” Another youth group, the Power and Light from Lane Memorial Meth- odist Church, also conducted a two week backyard Bible School for area youth. Directed by their youth minis- ter Dean Kilman, the youth traveled to “Fishnet” for an outdoor Christian rock concert. At Christmas, the group Yourve Go JO lave Faith presented a series of scenes depict- ing life in Bethlehem at the time of Christ's birth. The Power and Light eagerly worked year round to make their youth group a huge success. Also active during the summer, the youth at New Life Church of Faith pro- duced THE LIGHT BRIGADE, which they performed at home and the sur- rounding areas. Donovan Eades com- mented, “It was challenging all right, but we all got along great and had fun doing the show.” One of the reasons it was a challenge was the time involved. “Practicing on weeknights and week- ends conflicted with our homework and school activities, but it was de- finitely worth it,” stated Eades. — Jason Porter Vanessa Boley “To him that worketh is the reward.” Using her extra time wisely, Cecile Organ utilizes her writ- ing talent as she creates an Easter play for Grace Baptist Church. Cecile is an active member of her youth group. Church Activities 19

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scans rene = n i fe Ay, Fassia ait ee gpa ep gti, eae Help! Mr. Dennis Campbell answers many cries for counseling and advises students in their class scheduling. He also dedicates extra time for eighth graders, such as Regina Shelton, since their remaining four years are crucial. Ships Ahoy: Excess rain in September halted traffic through Altavista and surrounding areas. With a delay in traffic, county schools were closed opening day. Likewise, Seventh and Main Streets were impassable due to the near record crest of Staunton River. Martin A job done with love. Miss Regina Phillips and Mrs. Deborah White put up a display for Black History Month. They worked two afternoons to acquaint high school students with news of the past and present. Current Events 21