Pinson Councilor Brad Walker reelected to Place 2, Paula Sims elected to Place 4
By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune
PINSON, Ala. – With no opposition against either of them, Councilor Brad Walker has been reelected to his position on the Pinson City
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The Silos Golf Club: A new vision for golf in Trussville
By Chris Basinger, Managing Editor
After prolonged political lecture from Mayor Thomas, Springville Council approves pay raise for police
By Terry Schrimscher
TRUSSVILLE, Ala.
– The Trussville Country Club is under new ownership, sparking a revival at the aging course and introducing a new name--The Silos Golf Club.
SPRINGVILLE, Ala. –
The Springville City Council took a detour Monday night before it returned to unfinished business held over from the Feb. 17 meeting. After an extended work session and a short break, the March 3 meeting began around 6:45 p.m.
Their vision, to completely transform the nearly 60-year-old club into a space that Trussville can take pride in.
New owners of Dobbs Ford celebrate first year of managing dealership
By Chris Basinger, News Editor
Springville Parks and Rec slides into summer with a host of community events
From Tribune staff reports
As the meeting got underway, the council approved the minutes the last meeting in February.
“When people pull into that parking lot I want them to start saying, wow something’s different out here,” said Mark Dillard, the new general manager, director of golf, and part owner of the club.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –It has been a year of firsts for Dobbs Ford as new owners Joey and Rachel Goshein recently celebrated their first year as managing partners and as members of
SPRINGVILLE, Ala. – Springville Parks and Recreation is inviting the community to join in the summer fun with their lineup of upcoming events.
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He, along with five other locals--Mark Nix, Mike Gunter, Dr. Matthew Bennett, Johnny Brunson, and Scott Barnett--purchased the Trussville Country Club from Chris Rigdon on June 10.
When they got to work the next morning, they had their hands full.
afterward, Thomas said he trations because the council sometimes delays making decisions it needs to make. He discussed his motion to add unaddressed items from the February meeting to a proval. That approach was
By Chris Basinger, News Editor
Mayor Dave Thomas motioned for them to reconsider the minutes noting members motioned to adjourn before conducting business on the agenda without that motion being recognized. Thomas then proceeded to deliver a dissertation, as he called it, for the next 55 minutes, cross-referencing political history, addressing recent editorials, and quoting Teddy Roosevelt, Jesus, and Socrates along the way. Although not technically a filibuster, the lecture was designed to prolong the meeting allowing Thomas to air his displeasure at the lack of
focus on city business.
At one point, Thomas challenged members of the council to raise their hands if they agreed never again to leave a meeting before the conclusion of business. No hands raised. Along the way, he said the council’s lack of leadership on salaries would be a burden on the city.
Many other cities in the prove non-controversial items with a single vote through a consent agenda, a procedural process used to
back up to snuff.
ter,” Thomas said. “The example they set by refusing to adjust salaries wasn’t about their faux martyrdom, sacrificing for the greater good,” he added.
“Initially when we started talking about this I just was saying, look, everybody has ideas, everybody thinks
“The council had every opportunity to redress the error but chose otherwise, wanting to move on, showing their frustration and the effectiveness of the filibus-
“We had been members at Grayson Valley for years and things weren’t like they used to be and we just kind of wanted a chance to have a place where we could get our friends back together and we felt like we could make this better,” Dillard said.
“The example they set was that if you make an error it can’t be corrected. That the error becomes a mistake,” he said. “But now the window to act has closed as of last Wednesday, shackling the next administration with the consequences of their actions,” he said.
hey I succeeded selling hot dogs, golf will be easy-there’s more millionaires gone broke buying golf courses than there are most anything,” Dillard said. Dillard has a long history in the golf business, but he said each of the owners brings something different to the table. Since closing the deal, he has been spending upwards of 70 hours a week at the course getting it
After re-introducing par liamentary rules to the meeting process, Thomas led the council through new business which involved acceptance of bids for a new sewer project which will need further action for financial decisions. The council also renewed the city’s garbage collection contract with Waste Management.
down.” They started by completely gutting part of the clubhouse that will be used as the future home of The Silos’s pro shop, pulling out everything from the floor to the ceiling.
Human bones found by local dog are connected, coroner says From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.
Foxhound Bee Company to bee-gin construction on new education center
Leeds recognizes Miss Alabama, revokes license for tree cutting company
By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune
LEEDS, Ala. – A tree cutting company in Leeds lost its license after the owner was reportedly arrested on several felony charges and a local was recognized for being named Miss Alabama during Monday’s Leeds City Council meeting.
The council held a public hearing for the revocation of the license in which none spoke for or against the action. Mayor David Miller said that state law required that the city could not name the company.
By Chris Basinger, News Editor
Police Chief Paul Irwin said that the owner was arrested and charged with two counts of first degree property theft and one count of financial exploitation of the elderly.
IRONDALE, Ala. –enthusiasts will soon be swarming to Irondale to visit a new beekeeping education center designed to teach students and community members about the world of pollinators.
Birmingham-based Foxhound Bee Company is preparing to break ground on the 5,000 square foot facility
An online agenda packet included police reports where it was stated that residents complained of the owner being paid to cut down trees or clean up yards only to have the work par-
in the coming weeks, which will serve as an expansion from its current location in Hardware Park. In addition to educational opportunities and STEM programming, the center will also sell a range of products sourced from bees, including honey and beeswax, as well as supplies for beekeepers. It will be built across from the all-new Ruffner Sports Complex, which
tially completed. One complaint alleged that a resident paid the owner $8,000 to cut down and remove 14 trees before only 11 were cut down and left on the property without removing them. Another said that a resident was allegedly convinced to pay $10,000 for tree cutting and debris removal that was never completed. The revocation was unanimously approved with
opened on Saturday.
“When looking for a place to build our new beekeeping store, we continued to hear comments about how Irondale was doing great things,” said founder Adam Hickman.
the exception of Councilor Angie Latta, who abstained. The council also celebrated Leeds native Emma Terry, who was crowned Miss Alabama 2025 last week, with a proclamation. The proclamation noted that Terry’s platform includes her activism in raising awareness about ALS, particularly with her involve
ment in the Alabama chap
“Everyone on the project seemed to speak highly of working with Irondale and its leadership. So, when we approached the
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“The first priorities to me are presentation because it had kind of gotten run
Items from the February agenda were addressed individually. The purchase
“You’ll come in and there’ll be apparel, hats, clubs, balls--anything that’s in a real golf shop,” Dillard
Rotary Daybreak announces new officers, board members From Tribune staff reports TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –The Trussville Daybreak Rotary Club has inducted its officers and board members for 2025-26. The local club joins more than 46,000 Rotary clubs around the world wel-
– A human skull and a left tibia found by a dog in East Birmingham last year are confirmed to have belonged to the same person, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. The link was confirmed
Speaking to The Tribune
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Leeds High School freshmen take action to address rising school shootings
Bulls on the Lake Rodeo rides back into town next weekend
By Tanna McGuire
By Chris Basinger, Managing Editor
PELL CITY, Ala. – The Bulls on the Lake Rodeo is returning to the shores of Logan Martin Lake next weekend, July 18-19.
The event, which is in its 11th year, will see two nights of rodeo action at the Pell City Sports Complex, featuring everything from bull and bronc riding to mutton busting and rodeo clown shenanigans.
LEEDS, Ala. – Over the past 25 years, school shootings in the United States have surged to alarming levels, with a reported 574 incidents occurring between 2000 and 2025, according to data from Statista. Three Leeds High School freshmen, Amelia Davis, Madilynn Johnson, and Beatrice McCormick, members of the Leeds High School Chapter of Future Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), are determined to address this pressing issue through their state conference project.
The rodeo, hosted by Pell City FFA Alumni and Triple H Bucking Bulls, directly benefits the Pell City FFA Chapter throughout their year, with proceeds going toward scholarships, equipment, trips, competitions, official dress, and more.
schools.
National FFA Convention in October,” Pell City FFA Advisor Ashton Gibson said.
Last year, Pell City FFA won a state title in Poultry Evaluation and this year won a state title in Livestock Evaluation.
“These students have put in countless hours and dedication to be able to compete on the national level at the
The young leaders have not only compiled critical statistics but are also working with local officials and educators to promote stronger safety measures in schools. Their project, which will be presented at the FCCLA state conference in March, aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of school shootings and propose actionable changes to improve safety protocols in Alabama
Current federal requirements mandate that schools perform lockdown or intruder drills; in Alabama, public schools are required to conduct two such drills per semester. However, Davis believes these measures are insufficient and is advocating for more frequent and comprehensive drills.
The gates will open at 5 p.m. both nights. Before and during the shows there will be several vendors selling western gear and rodeo snacks including kettle corn, tacos, snow cones, boiled peanuts, and hamburgers.
“When people’s lives are on the line, we can’t just do the bare minimum,” Davis said.
sentiment, emphasizing the emotional and psychological toll that school shootings take on students and their families. “You shouldn’t have to worry about being scared when you’re just trying to learn,” Johnson said.
The festivities will begin on Friday at 7 p.m. with the professional junior rodeo show put on by RockN’5L Rodeo Company-Jr. Pro Division.
“Schools should take intruder drills as seriously as they do fire or tornado drills.” Johnson echoed this
“We need to make sure that every school feels safe and ready to handle anything that could happen.” McCormick highlighted the importance of turning awareness into action.
“School shootings are such a huge problem, and we
The first night will see mutton busting, junior bucking bulls, and ranch broncos taking center stage. That will be followed by the professional rodeo on Saturday starting at 8 p.m. There, rodeo goers can see the pros take on bull riding, saddle bronc riding, and bareback bronc riding. Both nights will also have classic rodeo fun, free goodies from title sponsors CMC Steel and TriGreen
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A concept of the new education center in Irondale. (Foxhound Bee Company)
Pictured: Beatrice McCormick, Madilynn Johnson, and Amelia Davis.
Mayor David Miller (left) and Miss Alabama Emma Terry (right). Photo by Nathan Prewett.
The 2024 Bulls on the Lake Rodeo. (Chris Basinger/ Trussville Tribune)
The driving range at The Silos. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)
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Council in Place 2 and newcomer Paula Sims has been elected to Place 4.
The council held a brief meeting on Thursday night before the Fourth of July holiday. Walker was first elected to the seat in 2020.
“I’m very excited to be reelected to the seat,” Walker said. “I’ve enjoyed serving the citizens of Pinson for the last five years and I look forward to serving even more.”
Sims inherits the role from Councilor John Churchwell, who has been serving as an elected official for the past two decades and stated in a past meeting that he would not be running for reelection.
“I think it’s a great opportunity,” Sims said. “It’s something I’ve been looking forward to for years. I love this city. I’ve been here for over 20 plus years.
My children have gone to school here and I just want to continue to help it grow bigger and better.”
Mayor Robbie Roberts faces opposition from Councilor Hoyt Sanders and Dezmond Boudreaux.
Tracie Thompson is running against incumbent Place 1 Councilor Clinteshia Irvin. Place 5 Councilor Glenda Kirkland
is being opposed by Chris Esquire and Noel Holt, while Angelica Jefferson and Dawn Tanner are running for Place 3.
During public comments Kelly Moore and Tracie Thompson spoke about damage done to residents’ properties due to water from a nearby beaver dam and questioned the council about what is being
done. Walker said that the land is owned by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and has granted the land trust a permit to remove the dam.
Afterwards Dolan Terry spoke about criticisms that he said were being made against the council regard ing the placement of signs for members as they run for election, saying that they were properly placed and that any blame should come directly to him.
James Vining then spoke and said that he was merely questioning the “legitima cy” of signs being placed in some areas and that there were not necessarily any complaints being made. In other business the council:
Appointed City Clerk Marie Turner to perform the duties for holding municipal elections as required by state law.
Thursdays
Pinson City Council meets on the first and third
of every month at City Hall on 4410 Main Street. Live-streamed meet ings can be seen on the city’s Facebook page.
Brad Walker (left) and Paula Sims (right). Photos by Nathan Prewett.
million for paving work and $159k for crack sealing.
“With our 2025 Pavement Maintenance Plan, we’re continuing to invest in safer, smoother streets across Irondale. Our overall paving plan was originally designed to take more than a decade to complete, but we’ve fasttracked it through strategic funding and bold investment—because our residents deserve better, sooner,” Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. said.
“Paving and fixing potholes may seem simple, but they impact everyone’s daily life. Good roads lay the foundation for the kind of growth and economic development we want to see in our city.”
Some of the work has already begun but residents can expect to see the project pick up steam in the coming weeks.
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I Love Irondale Day celebration set for next Saturday
From Tribune staff reports
IRONDALE, Ala. – The City of Irondale will host its annual I Love Irondale Day next Saturday, July 19, celebrating “5 beautiful years of building community.”
The event, presented by Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr., will be held around Irondale City Hall and will be free for the public to attend.
It will run from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will feature over a dozen food trucks, train rides, dancing, and live music by The Official Clutch Band, The Emily Joseph Band, The Emerald Empire Band, and DJ Maverick.
Trussville Council recognizes Beautification Contest winners
By Chris Basinger, Managing Editor
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –
The winners of this year’s Beautification Contest were presented with their awards at the last Trussville City Council meeting on Thursday, June 26.
The contest, run by the Trussville Beautification Board, recognizes some of the prettiest properties in the city. Anita Eaves of 402 Water Oaks Lane was awarded Best Home Overall while Charles Varner of 4759 Kendall
LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION FOR BIDS
Sealed Bids will be received by Trussville Gas and Water located in Trussville, Alabama, until the local time set forth below, for furnishing all labor, equipment and doing the work of constructing, according to Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents on file in the office of Trussville Gas and Water, the project hereinafter described. No bid will be received after the time set forth below; and the Bids will be publicly opened and read at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
Interested contractors can obtain prequalification applications from TG&W Engineering Department (“Engineering Department”), 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173; Telephone: (205) 655-3211 and must submit the completed prequalification application to the Engineering Department at the above address, no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 12, 2025.
Project Name: Dug Hollow Road at Shadow Lake Road Gas Main Replacement Project Number: 2-006-24
Bid Date and Time: August 26, 2025 at 10:00 A.M.
1. Install approx.. 1,100 LF of 4” PE Gas Main by Directional Bore
2. Install 1 – 4” Bottom-In Stopper Fitting
Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents for the project described above are open to public inspection at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173. Telephone: (205) 655-3211.
Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in any bid, and to accept any bid considered advantageous to the Owner.
No bid may be withdrawn after the time for opening bids has passed. Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to hold the bids for a period of Sixty (60) days after the date of receiving Bids.
If said bid equals $100,000.00 or more, a certified check or bid bond must accompany each bid in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00. The payee of such check, or the obligee of such bond, shall be Trussville Gas and Water.
Contractor agrees to comply with all specifications, plans and contract documents as furnished by Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34 Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975. Prior to submitting a bid for this project, contractor must be prequalified as a Gas Line Utility Contractor for Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor prequalification applications may be obtained at Trussville
and Water Engineering Dept.,
Irondale City Hall
The Trussville City Council recognizes the winners of the 2025 Beautification Contest. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)
Rotary Daybreak
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coming new leadership to guide their clubs in service and fellowship for the next year as part of Rotary International’s global leadership transition.
Leading the Trussville Daybreak Club this year is President Mike Rowe of Cadence Bank.
He is joined on the executive team by President-elect Jim Kirkland (Trussville City Schools), Past-President Brad Wideman (Brookwood Baptist Medical Center), Secretary Sandra Vernon (Trussville City Schools), Treasurer Jeremy Tuggle (Bryant Bank), and Sergeant-at-Arms Alan Taylor (First Baptist Church Trussville).
In addition to the officers, the board of directors also includes David Glenn
(Massey, Stotser & Nichols, PC), Van Horne (retired), Renee’ LeCroy (Atlanta Flooring), and Diane Poole (Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce).
The Trussville Daybreak Rotary Club, part of Rotary District 6860, includes more than 40 active members.
District 6860 covers the northern half of Alabama and part of Tennessee, encompassing 52 clubs with a total of approximately 3,500 Rotarians.
The club meets weekly on Wednesday mornings at 7 a.m. at First Baptist Church Trussville.
Irondale to unveil memorials to Lt. Mark Meadows
By Chris Basinger, Managing Editor
IRONDALE, Ala. – The City of Irondale is inviting the community to join together to honor the life and legacy of Lt. Mark Meadows on Saturday, July 12. Meadows, who served Irondale for over 30 years, was killed on the morning of Jan. 6, 2025 when he was hit by a vehicle while directing traffic along Grants Mill Road outside Church of the Highlands. He was 60 years old. The inaugural “Lt. Mark Meadows Day,” held on his birthday, will see Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. and the
car. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)
ter of the ALS Association. Terry will go on to represent the state in the Miss America competition.
Additionally, Councilor Eric Turner was elected to his seat as he ran without opposition.
“I’m very excited and honored,” Turner said. “And certainly happy that I don’t have to trash my neighborhood with signs. This will be my fourth term and I do feel lucky that I’m unopposed and hopefully I’m doing something right.”
Among public comments was Leeds Main Street Executive Director Kristi Biddle said that more
than $30,000 has been secured for an ice rink for the Christmas holidays and that a town hall will be held on Friday for the historic designation of Parkway Drive. She also announced that We Love Leeds Day will take place on Aug. 16 in the downtown area with a 5K run, live music and a community pep rally among others. In other business the council:
• Granted a liquor license to Van’s Music Hall on 1621 Ashville Road, Declared properties on Lynn Circle, Mountainview Lane and Clairmont Drive to be nuisances, • Appointed Andrew Bris-
key to the Leeds Board of Education over Scott Sisk, Approved a municipal election services contract with the Jefferson County Commission, Approved the 2025 municipal election officers, and Approved a special events license for the Motors on Main Street car show.
Leeds City Council meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of every month at City Hall on 1400 9th Street Northeast. Agenda packets can be seen online at the City of Leeds website.
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• Trussville Mayor – 6:45 p.m. July 31: • Moody Council, Seat 2 –5 p.m.
• Moody Council, Seat 1 –6:15 p.m.
• Moody Mayor – 7:30 p.m. August 4:
5:30 p.m. Leeds Mayor – 6:45 p.m.
LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION FOR BIDS
Sealed Bids will be received by Trussville Gas and Water located in Trussville, Alabama, until the local time set forth below, for furnishing all labor, equipment and doing the work of constructing, according to Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents on file in the office of Trussville Gas and Water, the project hereinafter described. No bid will be received after the time set forth below; and the Bids will be publicly opened and read at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
Interested contractors can obtain prequalification applications from TG&W Engineering Department (“Engineering Department”), 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173; Telephone: (205) 655-3211 and must submit the completed prequalification application to the Engineering Department at the above address, no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 5, 2025.
Project Name: Pinson Heights Road Gas Main Replacement
Project Number: 2-026-24
Bid Date and Time: August 19, 2025 at 10:00 A.M.
1. Install approx.. 100 LF of 4” Stl. Gas Main by Directional Bore
2. Install 2 - 4” Stl. Bottom Out Stopper Fittings
Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents for the project described above are open to public inspection at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173. Telephone: (205) 655-3211.
Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in any bid, and to accept any bid considered advantageous to the Owner.
No bid may be withdrawn after the time for opening bids has passed. Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to hold the bids for a period of Sixty (60) days after the date of receiving Bids.
If said bid equals $100,000.00 or more, a certified check or bid bond must accompany each bid in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00. The payee of such check, or the obligee of such bond, shall be Trussville Gas and Water.
Contractor agrees to comply with all specifications, plans and contract documents as furnished by Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34 Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975. Prior to submitting a bid for this project, contractor must be prequalified as a Gas Line Utility Contractor for Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor prequalification applications may be obtained at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
From left: Brad Wideman, Alan Taylor, Jim Kirkland, Diane Poole, Renee’ LeCroy, Sandra Vernon, and Mike Rowe. Not shown are Jeremy Tuggle, David Glenn, and Van Horne. (Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club)
Irondale Police Department unveil a permanent roadway marker on Ruffner Road as well as a commemorative monument at the IPD Fire-
arms Training Facility in his memory. The ceremony will begin at 12 p.m. at 750 Ruffner Road.
A portrait of Lt. Meadows is displayed next to his patrol
The Silos
From front page
said. The shop is just the start as they plan to remodel the entire clubhouse to create a new event space for the community and bring in a popular restaurant--The Farmhouse at The Silos Golf Club.
The new restaurant will be run by Ryan Zargo, who is the owner and chef at The Farmhouse at Springville, and is expected to open later this year.
“A lot of people love the Farmhouse, he’s got a great reputation so we’re pretty excited about that,” Dillard said.
Their second priority is improving the driving range. The club has 6,000 balls on order right now for the range and they are looking at reorienting it so that they are not being hit onto the course.
“I want you to be able to go to the bottom of the hill to the range and have decent balls, the range be cleaned up, grass be in good shape, and be able to have a good place to practice. We have a lot of people come out here and hit balls and practice and it’s just in disarray,”
Dillard said.
After fixing up the driving range, the team will go hole by hole to work on the cart paths, cut back on overgrown vegetation, and do other landscaping work.
“That’s a pretty big undertaking, now some of that may not happen fully until fall, it takes awhile to do some of this stuff, but we’ll go ahead and be getting started. I mean, there’s not a week that you can come out here that you’re not gonna be able to see, wow, something’s different here, so that’s kind of the vision,” Dillard said.
Their final focus right now is giving Tim Isbell, who has served as the club’s superintendent since the late 70s, whatever he needs.
“He’s unbelievable at what that guy’s been able to do by himself or with one helper over all these years just to keep it together and he’s pretty happy now too because he’s got some help and he can actually do some things he’s been wanting to do for a long time,” Dillard said. “Whatever Tim needs, we’re gonna get it.” It has cost them a lot so far, from hiring nearly a dozen people to help clean up the course to getting equipment repaired and making plans to replace their entire fleet of golf carts, but they have a plan and they are sticking to it.
“We’re trying to elevate the respect that the members and guests have for the golf course,” Dillard said. In their first 11 days they
had already signed up over 30 new members, and they are committed to continuing to offer the best deal in town.
The guest price is $50 and memberships will run $125 for a single and $155 for a family per month.
There is an initiation fee of $500, but anyone who signs up by July 15 will not have to pay it.
“I haven’t seen this kind of buzz about anything out here since the Entertainment District. All the membership that was here seem to be very excited, very supportive and, you can see, we’re getting new members every single day,” Dillard said.
“There’s gonna be a lot to see over the next few months and years.”
*Amount of rebate will not exceed purchase price.
A look at the clubhouse from down the hill. (Chris Basinger/ Trussville Tribune)
The future home of the pro shop. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)
The city has already gotten things going with its Market on Main farmers market, which is being held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the newly revitalized space at 6347 Highway 11 during the summer.
They will also be hosting an Art Market on Main event on July 31 in downtown Springville, celebrating local art and creativity. Applications and guidelines for vendors are available online now.
Following that, Parks and Rec will host its annual Run 4 the Parks fundraiser,
featuring four races in one day at Big Springs Park. The races include a 5K, obstacle course, rubber ducky run, and a color run. Registration can be found on Parks and Rec’s website under the “Park Events” tab. For more information, visit springvilleparksandrec. com.
Man shot at Pinson Waffle House
From Tribune staff reports
PINSON, Ala – A 20-year-old man was shot at the Waffle House on Pinson Boulevard on Monday, June 30, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.
Few details have been released about the incident, but police said the victim was transported to UAB Hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening gunshot injury. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute between two men, one of which was a boyfriend of an employee at the restaurant. The argument reportedly continued out into the parking lot
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Equipment, 50/50 tickets, and other interactive activities.
Scholarships will be awarded to recently graduated FFA seniors from Pell City High School during intermission on Saturday night.
The rodeo will also hold a memorial for the owner of Triple H Bucking Bulls, Mark Hale, who passed away earlier this year.
where shots were fired.
At the time of writing, there have been no arrests or charges filed in the case.
A video posted on social media last Monday showed a large law enforcement presence at the restaurant.
This story will be updated when more information becomes available.
Hale was a strong advocate for the agriculture and rodeo industries and greatly supported Pell City FFA inside and outside of the event.
“We want to thank all of our sponsors, vendors, supporters, and attendees for helping make this event so successful year after year,” Gibson said. “Thank you for helping prepare the future generation of agriculture in Pell City!” Tickets are $15 for Friday night and $20 for Saturday night. Kids 5 years or younger can enter for free. Tickets will only be sold at the gate and are cash only. There will not be an ATM onsite this year.
Rodeo patrons are welcome to park in the main parking lot of the Sports Complex next to the main gate or at Lakeside Park and walk across the boardwalk to the back gate. For more information, follow Bulls on the Lake Rodeo on Facebook and Instagram.
LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION FOR BIDS
Sealed Bids will be received by Trussville Gas and Water located in Trussville, Alabama, until the local time set forth below, for furnishing all labor, equipment and doing the work of constructing, according to Plans, Speci cations and Contract Documents on le in the o ce of Trussville Gas and Water, the project hereina er described. No bid will be received a er the time set forth below; and the Bids will be publicly opened and read at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
Interested contractors can obtain prequali cation applications from TG&W Engineering Department (“Engineering Department”), 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173; Telephone: (205) 655-3211 and must submit the completed prequali cation application to the Engineering Department at the above address, no later than 4:00 p.m. on July 15, 2025.
Project Name: 2024 Regulating Station Replacements
Bid Date and Time: August 5, 2025 at 10:00 A.M.
Replacement of Regulating Station at each of the following locations:
• AL SR 7 and Saddlewood Reg. Sta. Replacement (2-014-24)
• AL SR 79 and Winewood Rd Reg. Sta. Replacement (2-015-24)
• 4th Pl Cir NE and 23rd Ave NE Reg. Sta Replacement (2-011-24)
• Celinda Ln and Brewster Rd Reg. Sta. Replacement (2-017-24)
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• Farm Lake Rd and Argo Margaret Rd Reg. Sta. Replacement (2-018-24)
Plans, Speci cations and Contract Documents for the project described above are open to public inspection at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173. Telephone: (205) 655-3211.
Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in any bid, and to accept any bid considered advantageous to the Owner.
No bid may be withdrawn a er the time for opening bids has passed. Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to hold the bids for a period of Sixty (60) days a er the date of receiving Bids.
If said bid equals $20,000.00 or more, a certi ed check or bid bond must accompany each bid in an amount of not less than ve percent (5%) of the total bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00. e payee of such check, or the obligee of such bond, shall be Trussville Gas and Water.
Contractor agrees to comply with all speci cations, plans and contract documents as furnished by Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34 Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975. Prior to submitting a bid for this project, contractor must be prequali ed as a Gas Line Utility Contractor for Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor prequali cation applications may be obtained at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
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My Life As A Hobby: The Class of 2037
By Joe Hobby
It was a big day. Especially if you were one of the 150 or so five-year- olds in color-coded T shirts marching down the aisle of an overflowing Baptist church. Because today was their kindergarten graduation day.
As a supportive grandparent, I was there – along with the hundreds of other relatives who filled the pews. I looked around, and figured that for many folks, this was their first visit to church since their last child had graduated. I’d bet the only time Jesus’ name was invoked in a lot of those homes was when the opposing team scored. I can’t help but believe that our future would look brighter if the
pews were this full on Sundays. I digress. Today’s event was a to-the-point and simple ceremony, thank goodness. The children filed in and went to their color-coded area, carefully herded by their homeroom teachers as skillfully as any border collie could. A short introduction by the principal, followed by a couple of well-rehearsed songs, and the real program began – the introduction of the graduates.
As the individual classes came forward, parents and grandparents began jockeying for the best position to take photographs. Where are the border collies when you need them?
Then the ritual began: each child was called by
name, stepped to the front, and received a smattering of polite applause from the audience. And as you might expect, when some of them walked forward, there were more whoops and woos from the crowd than you would hear at a NASCAR race.
I paid close attention to the names of the children. There were lots of Ethans, Jordans, Jonathans, and Brooks. However, I did notice quite a few unusual ones like Paris, Canada, Brooklyn, Denver, even Destin.
“Why are so many children named after places,” I whispered to my wife.
She replied, “It’s very trendy now. Some people name their children after the place they were conceived.”
“Well that explains that kid named Camaro,” I said.
She almost gagged on her sip of water. I smiled – once a comic, always a comic.
After some brief closing comments, we were dismissed to the lobby.
“Hey, this is a Baptist Church,” I said. “They’re not going to pass the offering plates?”
My wife just frowned and shook her head. “Oh well, one out of two ain’t bad”, I thought.
As I walked ahead to get the car, I heard a tiny, familiar voice in the lobby yell, “Granddaddy!” I turned to my left, and that’s when I saw her, sitting with her classmates on the floor. It was my granddaughter Addy – the reason I was here. She
was waving at me wildly, resplendent in her sky-blue T shirt, long blonde hair, and pink-rimmed glasses. To heck with the car, I walked over to her, and grinned like a ‘possum eating briers.
“Sweetie, you were great! You did so good up there!”
“Hold me!”, she said, and extended her arms.
Without hesitation, I picked her up – sore back and all. She hugged my neck with every bit of the strength a five-year-old can muster. I hugged back, kissed the top of her head, and cherished this little moment because I knew all too well what would soon happen. Before too much longer, I will become radioactive. Hugging, and even talking
to her grandparents will not be cool. So, making time for moments like this is the most important thing to me because I realize they are indeed fleeting.
As all of us walked to the car together, I glanced back at the church and smiled. No, they didn’t pass the offering plates, but I walked out of there richer than I came in.
Besides, how many folks can say they not only got a front row seat to the Class of 2037, but got hugged by a blue-shirted bundle of joy? Not a bad graduation day. Not bad at all. And one day if she ever has a little girl of her own, Brooklyn or Paris will be just fine. I just hope she doesn’t name her Camaro.
Huskies move to 10-0 after Georgia road trip
ICHBW: What Does Trust Truly Mean in Relationships?
By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
By Dixie Dreamer
The number one-ranked Hewitt-Trussville baseball team went 4-0 in Georgia over the weekend.
I couldn’t help but won-
By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
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der…is trust the foundation of a relationship, or is it the entire house? From the walls to the roof to the front porch swing, trust is what holds it all together. Without it, all you’ve got is a flimsy frame that’s one gust of wind away from collapsing. But how do we build trust—or rebuild it when the cracks start to show?
– Shades Valley had four student-athletes participate in the school’s signing day on Friday. One volleyball player and three football players signed their National Letters of Intent.
The Huskies, 10-0, defeated Mill Creek (GA), LaGrange (GA), Central Phenix City, and Morgan County (GA).
“We had a great two-day run for four games,” said head coach Jeff Mauldin. “It
means admitting you ate all the leftover pizza). But what happens when trust isn’t just bent—it’s shattered? Can it truly be repaired, or is it destined to remain as fragile as a piece of cracked porcelain?
was truly a total team effort to win the tournament. Most everyone on the roster contributed in some way to help us win all four games.”
abama and Georgia and continued to grow as a team,” he said.
open the door and give them the chance.
“We played some highly respected programs from Al-
Trust, like a good of stilettos, takes time to break in. It’s built piece by piece with small, consistent actions. It’s about showing up when you say you will, being honest even when it’s inconvenient, and owning your mistakes (even if it
Volleyball standout Ashley Peake signed with Xavier University.
Steele Hall, Drew Ollis, Christian Helmers, and Hudson Mitchell. made the All-tournament team.
A&M earlier this month.
• Landy Saxton, football, signed with Huntingdon College
• CJ Ford, football, signed with Bethel College Johnny Steele, football, signed with Coffeyville Community College Dreshan Cook, football, signed with Bethel College earlier this month. Aidan Smith, football, signed with Alabama
Landy Saxton, football, signed with Huntingdon College.
I’ve learned the hard way, trust requires two key ingredients to heal after it’s broken: consistency and accountability. Apologies are a good start, sure, but words without actions are like mimosas without champagne— completely useless. It’s about showing through repeated behavior that you’re not only sorry, but you’re committed to being a better partner. Yet, rebuilding trust isn’t a solo project; it’s a team effort. If someone’s actions hurt you, they have to own that hurt and do the work. But you? You have to be willing to
• Jasmine Terry, volleyball, signed with Lee in November.
• Kindle Wright, volleyball, will sign with Dillard University in March.
• Peake, Terry and Wright played for Coach Kimberly Cook.
• Steele, Ford, Saxton, Cook and Smith played for former head coach Rueben Nelson.
Still, here’s the kicker— trust isn’t a one-way street. It’s not just about trusting them; it’s about trusting yourself, too. If you don’t believe in your ability to make good choices or set boundaries, it’s all too easy to fall into a cycle of doubt and second-guessing. I’ve been there. I dated someone who kept me in the dark while they tip-toed around with their secrets— mysterious absences, cryptic texts, guarded conversations. Turns out, their “roommate” was, in fact, an ex-girlfriend. Oh, and not just an “ex,” but someone they were still very much involved with. What did that do to me? It crushed my ability to trust them—and worse, it made me question myself. Why
didn’t I notice the red flags sooner? Why did I ignore my gut screaming, “Something’s off here!”? By the time I uncovered the truth, I couldn’t trust them—or me. The relationship became a toxic cocktail of lies, guilt, and emotional whiplash. I confronted them, hoping for transparency. Instead, I got excuses. That’s when I chose peace over chaos and walked away. Was it painful? Of course. But was it worth it? Absolutely. Because trust once broken and unreciprocated isn’t worth chasing. Here’s the thing about trust—it’s not just about what’s happening between you and your partner. It’s also an inward dialogue. Are you trustworthy? Are you transparent? If you’re playing games, hiding things,
Steele went 11 for 15 with ten runs scored, two triples, one double, and six RBIs and was named tournament MVP. Mitchell threw a three-hit complete game shutout with seven strikeouts.
or expecting honesty while keeping secrets of your own, you’re building walls, not bridges. And double standards? These are like termites in the woodwork— they’ll eat away at your relationship from the inside out. Trust is also about recognizing patterns. If your partner is dodging your questions, hiding their phone, or claiming “that’s just how they are,” take a step back. Some people thrive on mystery and secrecy, but in relationships, that’s just code for “I’ve got something to hide.” Address the behavior headon. If it’s resolved, great. If not, don’t waste your time trying to change them. Spoiler alert—you can’t. People are only as transparent as they choose to be. At the end of the day,
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building trust is about equal investment. It’s not about one person doing all the heavy lifting while the other coasts along. Relationships should be partnerships, not solo ventures. And if someone shows you they can’t be honest or consistent, believe them the first time. Trust your instincts—even if it means walking away. I couldn’t help but wonder…how have you experienced trust in your relationships? Have you built it, broken it, or been burned by someone else’s actions? I’d love to hear your thoughts and stories—email me at columnist@ICHBWcolumn. com. After all, trust might be a single word, but it’s got a million shades of meaning. Until next week, stay fabulous! XOXO
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Steele, Ford and Saxton with family and friends. Credit: John Goolsby
Helmers threw a complete game one-hitter with seven strikeouts and offensively had five hits and reached base on
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plate appearances. The Huskies host Huntsville this Tuesday.
Huskies move to 10-0. Credit: HTHS
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Visitation was held on Monday, June 23, 2025 from 1:00 P.M. until service time at 2:00 P.M. at
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Juanita Davis
Juanita C Davis, Age 88, of Birmingham Al. was unexpectedly lost on June 30, 2025. Juanita was a full-time mother and homemaker for 63 years. She enjoyed making ceramics, going shopping, sewing & gardening.
Juanita is survived by her husband John W. Davis of sixty-six years, her daughter Debra Todd (Dale) and son John W. Davis Jr. both of Trussville. Five grandchildren: Aaron Smith (Elisabeth), Adam Smith (Kaylan), Alex Tice (Josh), William Davis (Morgan), & Matthew Davis. And her five great-grandchildren: Aubrey, Brycen, Cora, Everleigh, & Cal.
Juanita was preceded in death by brother Willard, and is survived by brother Jerry (Linda) and sister Judy (Butch).
A celebration of life will be held on July 10, 2025, at 1:00 pm where Reverend
Charles E. Davis will officiate at the chapel of Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home.
Juanita loved spending time with her family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Olga L. Hill
november 8, 1939 — june 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Olga Louise Hill (Wilhite), devoted wife of 65 years, a loving mother, cherished sister, and a dear friend. She was the heart of her family and the steady foundation for all who loved her. She poured herself into her husband and children with quiet strength and boundless love.
Married to the love of her life, Nicholas Leon Hill, she built a beautiful life centered on faith, laughter, and the joy of raising four children. She approached each day with grace, whether she was traveling with her husband, supporting her children and grandchildren as they grew, attending piano recitals, cheering from the sidelines, or simply being the listening ear everyone relied on. Olga Louise Hill, age 85, of Birmingham, AL, passed away on June 19, 2025. She was born on November 8, 1939, in Cullman, Alabama, to Georgia and Hershel Wilhite.
She leaves behind her beloved husband of 65 years, Nicholas Leon Hill, and their four children: Deborah Hill McMurtrie; Nicholas L. Hill II (Amy); Sonja Hill Purvis (Dewey); and Craig Leith Hill (Christy). She was the proud grandmother of eight and great-grandchildren of five. She is also survived by her brother, Donald Wilhite (June); a brother-in-law; sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her older brother, Marion Wilhite, and her younger sister, Diane Lykins.
A celebration of her life was held on Wednesday, June 25th at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 1591 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235. Visitation was from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. where a service immediately followed. Flowers are a beautiful way to honor Olga L. Hill and are sincerely appreciated. Alternatively, donations in Olga’s memory can be made to https://curealz.org.
Though she is no longer with us, her legacy lives on in the lives she shaped, the love she gave so freely, and the countless memories made with the ones she loved.
Nicholas L. Hill II, Craig L. Hill, K.. Tho mas McMurtrie, Kevin T. McMurtrie and Shelton C. Hill served as pallbearers.
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Sealed Bids will be received by Trussville Gas and Water located in Trussville, Alabama, until the local time set forth below, for furnishing all labor, equipment and doing the work of constructing, according to Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents on file in the office of Trussville Gas and Water, the project hereinafter described. No bid will be received after the time set forth below; and the Bids will be publicly opened and read at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
Interested contractors can obtain prequalification applications from TG&W Engineering Department (“Engineering Department”), 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173; Telephone: (205) 655-3211 and must submit the completed prequalification application to the Engineering Department at the above address, no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 21, 2025.
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Plans, Specifications and Contract Documents for the project described above are open to public inspection at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173. Telephone: (205) 655-3211.
Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informality in any bid, and to accept any bid considered advantageous to the Owner.
No bid may be withdrawn after the time for opening bids has passed. Trussville Gas and Water reserves the right to hold the bids for a period of Sixty (60) days after the date of receiving Bids.
If said bid equals $100,000.00 or more, a certified check or bid bond must accompany each bid in an amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00. The payee of such check, or the obligee of such bond, shall be Trussville Gas and Water.
Contractor agrees to comply with all specifications, plans and contract documents as furnished by Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34 Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975. Prior to submitting a bid for this project, contractor must be prequalified as a Gas Line Utility Contractor for Trussville Gas and Water. Contractor prequalification applications may be obtained at Trussville Gas and Water Engineering Dept., 6620 Green Drive, Trussville, Alabama 35173.
Brad Keim
october 30, 1965 — june 24, 2025
Michael Bradley Keim “Brad”, 59, passed away on June 24, 2025, in Odenville, AL
Brad was born on October 30, 1965 to William “Bill” Keim and Karan Keim.
Brad graduated from Hewitt-Trussville High School in 1983 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in fine arts from Auburn University in 1987. He started his career in the business world but eventually found his true passion at Homewood High School where he worked for 13 years.
Brad married his wife, Karan, in April of 1989. The couple had 3 children, Lindsay, Kayla, and Hunter.
Brad was best known for his love to draw, spend time with his family, announce high school sports at Homewood, and everything Auburn. He was an avid 80’s rock band fan and never missed an opportunity to see KISS when they came close to town.
Brad is survived by his wife Karan Keim, daughters Lindsay Benge (Matt) and Kayla Strickland (Noah), son Hunter Keim (Caitlyn), granddaughters Emmeline and Elise Strickland, grandsons Shepherd and Bishop Benge, mother Karan Keim, sister Kelly Kendrick (Steve), brother Todd Keim (Melanie), in-laws Larry and Jimmie Slocumb, and
host of nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father William “Bill” Keim and sister Toby Keim.
Edwin Maurice Cooper
november 6, 1933 — june 24, 2025
Edwin Maurice Cooper passed away on June 24, 2025. He was born in Atlanta, GA on November 6, 1933, to Matthew Harvey Cooper Jr. and Myrtice Jackson Cooper. He attended Bass High School and graduated from Southern Technical Institute in Chamblee, GA. He entered the U.S. Air Force Pilot Training program in September 1953. He married June Adrianlene Reid in Greenville, MS on December 18, 1955. They have two children – daughter Junetta (Jetta) and son, Edwin M. Cooper II (Eddie). Edwin and June were married 66 years prior to the death of June in November 2022. He enjoyed extensive travel while in the Air Force with visits that included the contiguous 48 states plus Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Okinawa, China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, all provinces of Canada, Newfoundland, Mexico, Honduras, Belize, Spain, and England.
He has pilot flight time in eight (8) different aircraft and has over 5,000 hours flight time. During two different tours in Vietnam, he flew over 60 combat missions and was twice awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after 20 years of service. He has served as a Deacon and then as an elder in the church of Christ. He has been on five missionary campaigns to Belize, Central America, as well as several door knocking campaigns for the church. He and June have five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rainbow Omega in Mr. Cooper’s honor and loving memory: https://rainbowomega.networkforgood.com/projects/197460-every-day-giving.
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● The M.W. Hosey American Legion Post 205, Clay-Trussville, meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Clay Community Center. Meetings are open to all veterans. Post 205 also meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Trussville Applebee’s for a Veteran’s Pub night.
●Leeds City Council Meetings:1st and 3rdMonday of eachmonthat6 p.m.
● Pinson City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
● and Dragons (Teen): Fri day, July 11 at 3:30 p.m.
●Moody City Council Meetings:2nd and 4thMonday of eachmonthat6 p.m.
● Center Point City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, at 6:30 p.m.
Trussville Public Library
- Short intro D&D sessions for those looking to learn or are curious
● urday, July 12 at 10 a.m.
- Join us to create a Perler
day, July 14 at 7:15 p.m.
- An evening Adult Book Barry Mitchell Magic day, July 15 at 10:30 a.m.
Children’s Storytime: Thursday, July 17 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. - Join Ms. Alicia for stories, songs, bubble time, and lots of
● Argo City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 5 p.m.
●SummertimeStories: Thursday,July25at9:30 and 10:30 a.m. -JoinMs. Alicia fora summer-themed
● Springville City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
● Irondale City Coun cil Meetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.
- Join us to paint a mini canvas that will be part of our community mural to be unveiled at the end of the summer
● Petting Zoo: Saturday,
● Storytime for Growin’ Beans with Ms. Allison: Friday, July 11 at 10 a.m.
- Our theme is pink. We’ll read
tree
● Leeds City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
● Moody City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m.
● Gary Lloyd, Author of The Model City: Sunday, July 13 at 2 p.m. - Trussville’s own Gary Lloyd will join us to discuss his latest book “The Model City” and the history of the Cahaba
sports
Former CCHS Cougar, current Auburn football player arrested on drug trafficking charges
By Johnny Sanders, Sports Editor
AUBURN – Former
Clay-Chalkville stand-out
linebacker D’Angelo “DJ”
Barber, WSFA reported, was one of two arrested on drug charges during a traffic stop on Monday morning in Dadeville, according to the Tallapoosa County Narcotics Task Force.
Barber is a redshirt freshman for Auburn who
played in one game during 2024 and recorded no stats.
He was also a key part of the 2023 Clay-Chalkville Cougars’ 6A state championship team and the leader on Drew Gilmer’s defense.
The arrest occurred during a traffic stop on Highway 280 at approximately 9:00 am on July 7, where probable cause was used to search the vehicle. The search turned up 2.5 pounds of marijuana, THC
vapes, digital scales, marijuana packaging, $1,897 in cash and a Glock 19 9mm pistol.
Barber was charged with trafficking in marijuana, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Two of the three charges are considered felonies with the trafficking being a Class A and the unlawful possession of a controlled substance be-
ing a Class D. The Class A offense could carry a punishment of 10 to 99 years in prison if Barber is convicted. Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia is considered a misdemeanor. All of this is under Alabama state law.
“The investigation into the trafficking possession and distribution of illegal narcotics is ongoing in Tallapoosa County,” according to the release sent to WSFA.
Trussville’s Zion Redington headed to Brazil for World Wheelchair Rugby Americas Championship
From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.
– 12 athletes from across the country will represent the US at the 2025 World Wheelchair Rugby Americas Championship taking place July 11–15, 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Among them will be Trussville’s own Zion Redington, who was born with a genetic deficiency called ectrodactyly, leaving him with one finger on each hand and one toe on each foot.
Growing up, he trained with the Lakeshore Foundation in Birmingham and
played wheelchair rugby with the Lakeshore Demolition.
When he was 18, he was selected to the US national wheelchair rugby team, becoming the youngest player to ever represent the team, and helped them to a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games.
He also served as Grand Marshal in the 2024 Trussville Christmas Parade.
Full list of athletes listed below:
• Sarah Adam (Naperville, IL)
Chuck Aoki (Minneap-
olis, MN)
Travis Baker (Hamilton, OH)
• Clay Brackett (Birmingham, AL)
Chris Fleace (Tucson, AZ)
• Lee Fredette (East Moriches, NY)
Joe Jackson (Maricopa, AZ)
• Mandy Marchiano (Colonial Heights, VA)
Anthony McDaniel (Molalla, OR)
• Alex Pabon (Guayama, PR)
• Zion Redington (Trussville, AL)
• Mason Symons (Hershey, PA)
“The 2025 Americas Zonal Championships are about executing the fundamentals and trusting each other on every play. Our goal here is simple: stick to our systems, support one another, and compete with intensity from the first whistle to the last,” Team USA Head Coach Joe Delagrave said.
USA Wheelchair Rugby, lead by Delagrave and co-captains Sarah Adam and Chuck Aoki, will compete in Pool B against some of the top teams in North and South America including Argentina, host-country Brazil, and
Peru before moving onto crossover play which will include Pool A countries Canada, Chile, Columbia, and Peru.
The matches are set for:
• Friday, July 11: USA vs. Argentina (10 a.m. CT)
• Saturday, July 12: USA vs. Brazil (3 p.m. CT) Sunday, July 13: Peru vs. USA (10 a.m. CT)
There will be much more at stake than bragging rights as the top two teams will secure a bid to next year’s Wheelchair Rugby World Champion-
ship, also located in Sao Paulo.
USA Wheelchair Rugby has competed in every World Championship since the tournament’s inception in 1995, most recently earning the silver medal at the 2022 World Championship in Vejle, Denmark. All matches in the 2025 Americas Championship will be streamed live with English commentary on the World Wheelchair Rugby YouTube channel. Portuguese commentary will be provided on the Brazilian Wheelchair Rugby Association’s (ABRC) YouTube channel.
2025 Alabama All-State Track & Field Honors
By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
MileSplit has announced the 2025 Alabama All-State Track & Field Honors, highlighting the top performers from this outdoor season. Athletes earned their spots through verified times, marks, and places from key meets around the state, with recognition spanning First, Second, and Third Teams. Below is a look at the athletes from Tribuneland who earned spots on this year’s prestigious lists.
First Team Hewitt-Trussville (Boys) Devin Kouanvih (2027)
– 200m – 21.68 Demetri Hall Jr (2027) – 400m – 48.08 John Paul Amari (2027) – 3200m – 9:28.52 Gabriel Knox (2026) –3200m – 9:33.13 Noah Jordan (2027) – 3200m
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