The Trussville Tribune – May 8 - 14, 2025 by Mike Kurov

By Nathan Prewett,

Total Health Solutions celebrates move to new office

By Chris Basinger, News Editor

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –

Taste of Trussville kicks off Restaurant Week

After prolonged political lecture from Mayor Thomas, Springville Council approves pay raise for police

proved the minutes from the last meeting in February.

By Chris Basinger, News Editor

It has been a year of firsts for Dobbs Ford as

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

Total Health Solutions is welcoming the community to its new office, just a stone’s throw away from its previous one. Though it was a short move, the new space is three

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – From sushi and smoothies to barbecue and baked goods, hundreds of people packed the Trussville Civic Center Thursday evening to sample servings from over 20 local restaurants during this year’s Taste of Trussville.

owners Joey and Rachel Goshein recently celebrated their first year as managing partners and as members of Human bones found by local dog are connected, coroner says From Tribune

Hosted by the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce, the event helps raise money for the chamber’s scholarship fund, community events, and other

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

voted third.

Many other cities in the prove non-controversial items with a single vote through a consent agenda, a procedural process used to reduce the need for discussion and lengthy meetings.

ter,” Thomas said. “The ing to adjust salaries wasn’t about their faux martyrdom, sacrificing for the greater

The gathering also marked the start of Trussville Restaurant Week.

“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-

chamber activities throughout the year. This year’s crowd favorite, as voted on by attend-

“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.

Speaking to The Tribune

Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club celebrates 35 years of service

Foxhound Bee Company to bee-gin construction on new education center

From Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE, Ala.

IRONDALE, Ala. – Bee 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

The Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club is inviting the community to join them in celebrating their 35 years of service, fellowship, and community impact on Wednesday, May 14.

Birmingham-based Foxhound Bee Company is preparing to break ground on the 5,000 square foot facility 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 Complex, which

“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.

After re-introducing parliamentary 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.

Though technically two weeks, running from May 2-18, Restaurant Week will see local restaurants showcase signature dishes and offer special deals and discounts.

The event also features Restaurant Bingo where patrons can collect stamps by eating around town and turn in cards for prize drawings.

Items from the February agenda were addressed individually. The purchase

Bingo cards can be picked up at participating restaurants.

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and a

a meeting on

May 1 the Pinson

Council recognized the local schools for several accomplishments, including the high school basketball team for finishing the season as 6A

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

Leeds High School freshmen take action to address rising school shootings

By Tanna McGuire

Leeds Council considers plan to redistrict city months before election

By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune

LEEDS, Ala. – The Leeds City Council held its first reading for a proposed redistricting of the city during a meeting on Monday, May 5.

Mayor David Miller began the discussion by saying the proposal had been met with some disagreements from the public prior to the meeting and clarified that he did not draw the redistricting map.

Current federal require

Party-goers can send an RSVP to Diane Poole at dlpoole1225@gmail.com.

The Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club meets First Baptist Church Trussville

“Everyone on the project seemed to speak highly of working with Irondale and its leadership. So, when we approached the

Leading up to the celebration, the club has been sharing daily posts of fun memories, milestones, and Rotary moments from the last 35 years. During the party, attendees will meet with district leadership, see photos and videos from throughout the years, compete in a trivia contest, and enjoy cake.

The map was designed by the company ESRI Redistricting, he said, adding that each city is required to examine its district lines and make adjustments for population changes after a census is completed.

“It’s not a map that hardly anybody likes,” Miller said. “One of the complicating factors this time, unlike times past, is that we’re not allowed to use the data–we don’t even have the data

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. 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

presented to us on the census down to the street level as we have had before.”

ments mandate that schools perform lockdown or intruder drills; in Alabama, public schools are required conduct two such drills per semester. However, Davis believes these measures are insufficient and is advocating for more frequent and comprehensive drills.

He further explained that a new requirement is that changes are made by a census block, which he said was the smallest unit that can be used for determining district lines.

“I don’t like it,” he said.

“When people’s lives are on the line, we can’t just do the bare minimum,” Davis

“I don’t know anybody that does.” Miller also pointed out that one of the problems is

“Schools should take intruder drills as seriously as they do fire or tornado drills.” Johnson echoed this

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.

that it is required to have the lines drawn to have at least one minority district.

“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

Though this has been and would continue to be District 1, currently represented by Councilor Kenneth Washington, the line would have to be adjusted to make it a minority district. He said that the district contains a “fair number” of Hispanic residents.

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ees, was Pastry Art Bake Shoppe.

Henrietta’s Deli was the runner-up and Umami was

A concept of the new education center in Irondale. (Foxhound Bee Company)

Pictured: Beatrice McCormick, Madilynn Johnson, and Amelia Davis.

Mayor Dave Thomas delivers a lengthy dissertation to members of the city council. (Terry Schrimscher/Trussville Tribune)

Taste of Trussville 2025 (Trussville Chamber)

Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club

The new proposed city council districts. (Nathan Prewett)

Pastry Art Bake Shoppe was voted crowd favorite. (Novel Photos)

Taste of Trussville 2025 (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

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Total Health

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times the size of their previous office, opening up the opportunity to treat more patients and expand wellness services.

The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of the new office, located at 3220 Edwards Lake Parkway, Suite 108, with a ribbon cutting last month.

Main Street

to help carry out its “bright idea” for business growth.

“I’m so incredibly thankful for this opportunity from Main Street Alabama to pour into our business,” said Meaghan Quick, owner of Maq’s on Main.

“We’re using the funding to update and refresh the shop—adding a new barber station, repainting the interior, upgrading our chairs, and investing in fresh merchandise like capes, towels,

THS is a direct primary care provider where patients pay a monthly membership fee to receive primary care services instead of going through health insurance.

“I think it’s an answer to the expense of medicine. People can’t afford insurance,” said Dr. Eddie Thomas, who is the physician at THS.

“This is not an insurance replacement by any stretch,

and tools. We’re also creating a more welcoming space with sensory toys for our youngest customers, a new refrigerator and outdoor bench for comfort, and even a new barber pole! Every dollar is going straight back into making Maq’s on Main a better experience for our customers and a stronger part of downtown Leeds.”

The grant is one of the final four awards made possible through the Small Business Administration’s collaboration with Main Street Alabama in this

but for people who don’t have insurance, it gives them access to healthcare at a reasonable cost.”

Thomas, a UAB medical school graduate who has practiced medicine for over 33 years, developed a passion for the direct primary care model because he says it allows him to build personal relationships with patients by spending quality time with them.

“I did the 25 patients

year’s initiative.

Mary Helmer Wirth, president and state coordinator of Main Street Alabama, explained, “Although these businesses are not eligible to make it to the next round, we felt their pitches had the potential to make a significant impact for both their business and Main Street community.”

As part of AL Spark, the Ignitor grants have not only provided essential funding but also fostered innovative thinking and sustainable business practices across

a day for 20 years and it’s like triage, so [here] I get to spend a lot more time with people and there’s no rush to get everyone in and out,” Thomas said.

“We don’t want anybody to ever feel like a number,” he added, saying that he is always available to patients after hours and on weekends.

THS specializes in both internal medicine and weight loss, and patients

Alabama.

“Maq’s on Main represents everything we believe in—hard work, creativity, and a deep love for community,” Leeds Main Street Executive Director Kristy Biddle said.

“Watching Maq’s on Main grow and invest in downtown is exactly the kind of progress that AL Spark was designed to ignite. We are so proud to support their vision and can’t wait to see the impact these improvements will have on our district.”

are able to come in the same day to see their doctor.

“People can come in an unlimited amount of times.

There’s no co-pays or deductibles, I mean, by the time you go to urgent care twice you’ve already paid up for a year for a membership here,” Thomas said.

“If people have insurance, great, if they don’t, then it’s a lot better fit for them because it’s $70 a

month and for that they get their physical exam, they get all their physical exams labs including EKG and circulation tests. We have medication here that we sell and dispense that is as cheap or cheaper than a drugstore because we go directly to the pharmaceutical clearing house.” For more information about Total Health Solutions, visit solutionsweight. com.

Friday May 16th at 6:30pm Saturday May 17th at 9:30am

Dr. Thomas cuts the ribbon to celebrate the opening of their new office. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

A look inside one of the exam rooms in the new office. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

Maq's on Main Barbershop was awarded a $5,000 grant through the AL Spark initiative. (Leeds Main Street)

The skull was discovered by a homeowner on the shoulder of the roadway next to his residence near the 1300 block of 5th Place NW on Aug. 20, 2024.

Another requirement is to balance all of the districts within 5% of each other in terms of population, Miller said.

Investigators believe the skull was moved from its original location, which remains unknown, to the property by the homeowner ’s dog.

The coroner’s office per-

to the property by the homeowner ’s dog. The

Councilor Eric Turner, who represents District 2, later pointed out that the new map would cause other districts to be mixed up.

A discussion at length followed that culminated in an agreement to pass a resolution hiring a consultant to advise the council with the hopes of creating a new map. A public work session

Pinson

From front page state runner-up.

The acknowledgements began with Mayor Robbie Roberts presenting a $60,000 check for Pinson Schools to Pinson Elementary School Principal Nino Mason.

Mason only started in the position in October 2024, but has over two decades of experience as a school principal.

“This is my 21st year being a principal in a school,” Mason told the council. “In my previous job I was a principal in Opelika City. I can’t thank you all enough for opening the doors for us and welcoming me here and to be part of the Pinson family.”

involving the consultant will be scheduled in the future. A copy of the map along with more information may be seen in the agenda packet online.

formed an autopsy on the skull and determined that the victim had been shot. The same dog found the second bone, a left tibia, on Dec. 12, 2024.

Additionally, the council approved a funding agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation for a sidewalk project along Parkway Drive (US-78) from 7th Street to 9th Street and along 9th Street from 1st Avenue to Railroad Avenue. The project is to redo the sidewalks to have them conform to Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA,

Miller said. The council voted unanimously to accept $880,000 for the agreement.

From Tribune staff reports

LEEDS, Ala Police in Leeds are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual believed to be involved with an organized retail theft investigation.

LEEDS, Ala. – Police in Leeds are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual believed to be involved with an organized retail theft investigation.

Coach Darnell Barber spoke, expressing his thanks to the city council, as well as the players and their families.

“We fell short of our goal, but nevertheless it teaches a life lesson,” he said. “So, I’m proud of [the team].”

officials have outlined the dog’s roaming range, but searches of the areas frequently visited have not turned up any additional remains.

Using GPS trackers, officials have outlined the dog’s roaming range, but searches of the areas frequently visited have not turned up any additional remains.

During public comments, Holly Pugh spoke of a complaint about buildings that are being used as storage units on Parkway Drive that she said was in violation of city codes as they are in a B2 zoning area, which prohibits storage units with few exceptions.

She said that she had reached out to the city about the matter but had either no reply or “conflicting” information. Miller said that the city inspector had recently left, causing it to “fall through the cracks,” but that another will be sent to evaluate the buildings to determine if they are in violation and may be addressed from there.

Notice is hereby given that Hand Service Company, Inc., 110 Greenbrook Dr., Hazel Green, AL 35750, has completed all work on the Well #17 and #18 Project 3-010-23 and 3-011-23, for Trussville Gas

“The use of these buildings is not only an eyesore to the city due to the amount of items stacked but also creates a hardship for the businesses around them,” she said.

All persons having any claim materials, or otherwise in conne with this project, should imme notify the above named cont Trussville Gas and Water, 127 M Street, Trussville, AL 35173.

Notice is hereby given that Hand Service Company, Inc., 110 Greenbrook Dr., Hazel Green, AL 35750, has completed all work on the Well #17 and #18 Project 3-010-23 and 3-011-23, for Trussville Gas All persons having any claim materials, or otherwise in conne with this project, should imme notify the above named cont Trussville Gas and Water, 127 M Street, Trussville, AL 35173.

After that, another proclamation was read in honor of Leslie Chatta, who was named a Teacher of the Year by Jefferson County Schools. She is a STEM teacher at Pinson Elementary School who has been teaching for over 30 years.

In other business the council

“The Leeds Police Department requests the public’s assistance in identifying this individual,” officials said on social media “He is a suspect in an Organized Retail Theft Investigation. If you recognize this individual or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.” CrimeStoppers of Met-

Accepted the fiscal year 2024 city audit as performed by Cork, Hill and Company

• Authorized the 2025 “Back-to-School” Sales Tax Holiday for July 1820,

• Approved purchasing security equipment and vehicle package for the police department for a total of $12,140.25,

every Wednesday at 7 a.m.

• Appointed Joe White to the Leeds Water Works Board,

Photos released of the suspect.

ro Alabama also released information about the incident.

“According to a report filed with the Leeds Police

• Adopted and ratified the November and October city expenditures and payables and

• Approved waiving the building permit fee for a cemetery construction project by Mt. Hebron Baptist Church.

Their various fundraising events support club initiatives including leadership opportunities for local high school students, Veterans Day ribbons at City Hall, phone chargers at local parks, trees planted at Civitan Park, and more. The club also funded projects such as the clock in downtown Trussville, benches at the walking track at Cahaba Elementary, and playground equipment at The Historic Trussville Mall.

and are asking the public for help with identifying the person shown.”

Prior to her current role at Pinson Elementary, she was a second grade teacher, a lead mentor, and an E-team leader. The council then voted unanimously to designate May 19 as Leslie Chatta Day.

attend a future meeting.

Afterward, the Pinson Valley High School basketball team was honored for their “exceptional” performance during the 20242025 season that ended with an apperance in the state championship game.

“As we just read there Ms. Chatta has an outstanding career here in Pinson,” Roberts said. “She really has dedicated herself to the students up there. She’s a lot of fun to work with and the

fact that she was Teacher of the Year was certainly well deserved.”

Lastly, the council recognized Kermit Johnson Elementary School teacher Jace Holland and the science team for their participation in the 2025 Alabama Science Olympiad. The team was not present at the meeting but Roberts expressed hope that they can

Later during the mayor’s report, Roberts gave a brief update on the city’s 20252026 budget, saying that the audit process has been completed. He added that the public will be notified when a budget work session is scheduled in the near future.

Additionally, city employee Jackie Williams was recognized for becoming

a certified municipal revenue officer. She later spoke during public comments to thank her colleagues in the city government.

LEGAL NOTICE

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that

M i l a m & C o L L C C o n t r a c t o r, h a s c o m p l e t e d t h e Contract for the Construction of the New Dugouts and Synthetic Field Turf for the City of Trussville for the State of Alabama and the City of Trussville, Owner(s) and have made request for ﬁnal settlement of said Contract. All p

Lathan Associates Architects, P.C.;

Boles 205-988-9112.

During department reports Palmerdale Fire District Chief Taylor Hancock reported 144 calls for the month of April. 70 were in the Pinson city limits. 52 were rescue and EMS calls. Seven were fire-type calls,

If you recognize this individual, or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. You may remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000.

Department, a retail theft occurred on February 23, 2025 in the 8900 block of Weaver Avenue in Leeds,” the organization reported. “Detectives obtained these photos from video surveillance and are asking the public for help with identifying the person shown.” If you recognize this individual, or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. You may remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000.

including a minor incident involving a malfunctioning air handler at the high school.

Pinson Public Library Director Allison Scanlan announced that the Summer Reading Program is being prepared for June and July with the theme of “Color Our World,” about the arts.

In other business the council:

• Changed the May 15 meeting to May 22 Approved an upgrade for the city’s computer hardware for $3,000

• Approved the temporary rezoning of a property on 6345 Highway 79 from Residential Rural to District CI or Community Institutional),

• Purchased crushed brick and a refrigerator replacement for the Pinson Youth Sports Complex for $5,000 and

• Approved upgrades and maintenance at the Bicentennial Park for $5,000.

The Pinson City Council recognizes the Pinson Valley High School basketball team for their outstanding season. (Nathan Prewett)

Local men sentenced as part of conspiracy to sell stolen checks, bank logins

From Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.–

Prim F. Escalona, the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, announced on Wednesday that a group of men who were part of a conspiracy to sell stolen checks and bank login information have been sentenced for their crimes.

The defendants included the administrators of multiple scam Telegram channels, a former U.S. Postal employee who received bribes to steal checks from the mail, and a credit union employee who misappropriated customer account information. Among those sentenced this week were:

Joshua Kendarius Rogers, aka “Lucky Luciano,” 24, of Irondale–Rogers was an administrator of a Telegram channel called “The Lucky Shop,” which sold stolen checks and bank login information. Rogers was sentenced to 90 months in prison for one count of conspiracy to pay bribes, one count of conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud, and one count of aggravated identity theft. Rogers pleaded guilty to the charges yesterday.

Michael Christopher Rowser, aka “Muney Mike,” 24, of McCalla.–Rowser abused his position as a U.S. Postal employee by taking bribes to steal checks that were sold on “The Lucky Shop” channel. Rowser was sentenced to 70 months in prison for one count of conspir-

acy to receive bribes and one count of conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud. A federal jury convicted Rowser of those charges in January.

Duane Wiley Smith, aka “Dubskii,” 24, of Springville–Smith was an administrator of “The Lucky Shop” and similar channels called “Glass House Records” and “Glass House Records V2.” Smith was sentenced to 48 months in prison for one count of conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft. Smith pleaded guilty to those charges in October 2024.

Levar McGhee-Parrish, aka “Ja Moracks,” 25, of Fultondale–McGhee-Parrish was an administrator of “The Lucky Shop” and a similar channel called “GRUBHUB.” McGhee-Parrish was sentenced to 40 months in prison for one count of conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud. McGhee-Parrish pleaded guilty to the charge in March. According to court documents, “The Lucky Shop” operated as a criminal marketplace. Rogers, its primary administrator, obtained stolen checks from Rowser, a mail handler at the U.S. Postal Service’s Processing & Distribution Center in Birmingham, and then posted redacted copies of those checks on the channel to market them for sale. When customers of “The Lucky Shop” paid Rogers to purchase stolen checks, a portion of their

profits would be kicked back to Rowser.

The evidence established that Rowser received approximately $106,000 in bribe payments over the course of a year for his role supplying checks to the Telegram channel.

In addition to stolen checks, Rogers also sold bank login information, which he obtained from a corrupt credit union employee.

Smith and McGhee-Parrish assisted Rogers with the administration of “The Lucky Shop,” but also had their own Telegram channels where they sold stolen checks to scammers looking to commit bank fraud.

Beyond that, Smith and McGhee-Parrish worked with Rogers and others to commit bank fraud—depositing fraudulent checks, submitting fraudulent loan applications, initiating fraudulent Automated Clearing House transfers, and using stolen passcodes to withdraw funds from ATMs.

This case was brought as part of a crackdown on scam Telegram channels operating out of the Northern District of Alabama.

Other defendants who have been prosecuted in related cases include Mekhi Diwone Harris, who ran a Telegram channel called “Work Related,” and Gabriel Samuel Odiot, who ran a Telegram channel called “RICH OFF PLAYS.” Together, these channels are responsible for the sale of tens of millions of dollars in stolen checks.

Police on the scene of the

Man killed while sitting in car parked at grocery store

From Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

– The Birmingham Police Department is investigating after a man was shot while sitting in his car at a grocery store on Monday. The victim has been identified as 60-year-old Frank Jackson. At approximately 12:14 p.m. officers responded to a

report of a person shot at 6th Avenue Meat & Grocery in the Titusville neighborhood.

Officers arrived on the scene and found Jackson inside his vehicle lying unresponsive.

Birmingham Fire & Rescue personnel transported him to UAB Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Police believe Jackson was sitting inside his vehi-

cle when an unknown suspect fired shots into the car and left the scene.

There is no one in custody at this time.

Anyone with information about the case can contact BPD at (205) 254-1764 or remain anonymous and could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000 by calling Crime Stoppers at (205) 254-7777.

Bus crash leaves student, teacher injured

From Tribune staff reports

GARDENDALE, Ala.

– A bus carrying students from Fultondale High School on a field trip was involved in a crash Monday morning that left at least one student and one teacher with injuries.

The crash occurred at approximately 9:20 a.m. the intersection of Decatur Highway and Moncrief Road.

According to the Gardendale Police Department, the bus collided with a vehicle, causing the bus to leave the roadway and come to a stop in a nearby ditch.

According to Jefferson County Schools, one student was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries and a teacher was taken from the scene in an ambulance for further evaluation.

The driver of the oth-

er vehicle and a passenger were also transported for medical assessment.

Gardendale police are investigating the cause of the crash.

“The safety and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority,” a release from the district stated. “We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates as more information becomes available.”

shooting. (BPD)

L ifesty L e

Lass But Not Least: Really, I’m Not Nervous

By Ken Lass

C

I take a break after play-

● Trussville City Coun-

cil Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., City Council Annex

ing a few games of pickleball with friends, and raise a bottle of water to my mouth. The bottle begins to shake intensely as I try to drink from it, enough to cause some of the water to spill and run down my cheek.

●

● Clay

I sign the receipt after lunch at the restaurant, but halfway through the signature I lose control of the pen and scribble wild lines and unreadable letters.

● Pinson City Coun

cil Meetings: 1st and 3rd

I’m trying my best to eat soup at a church event, but by the time I get the spoon to my mouth I have jiggled most of the soup off the spoon. I resort to stooping down and shoving my face a few inches from the bowl to shorten the spoon stroke.

● Center Point City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, at 6:30 p.m.

● Argo City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 5 p.m.

My hands often quiver noticeably, and I can’t stop them. Those around me wonder why I am so nervous, and why I appear to be so full of stress and anxiety.

● Springville City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd

● Leeds City Council Meet

ings: 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.

I’m not any of those things. I have a condition known as Essential Tremor. There are a lot of us out there. More than ten million of us. Some are famous, such as actress Katherine Hepburn, former president Bill Clinton, and “Peanuts” cartoonist Charles Schulz. My neurologist says the disorder is caused by “abnormal activity in the brain”. This does not surprise me. People often say I must be abnormal (not in a good way).

Trussville Public Library

● Homeschool Hangout: Thursday, March 13 at 1 p.m. - A place for homeschool teens to hang out, socialize, and play games

Essential tremor should not be confused with Parkinson’s disease, although it often is. Parkinson tremors usually occur when the body is at rest. ET is the opposite.

● Young Adult D&D: Friday, March 7 at 4 p.m.D&D for ages 18-25

● ACT Prep: Saturday, March 8 at 10 a.m. - Extensive ACT review class

● ACT Prep: Sunday,

I’m perfectly still when at rest. It’s when I call upon my hand and arm muscles

● Cult Classic Cinema: Thursday March 13 at 5:30 p.m. - An evening highlighting the other half of Trussville’s Core Collection of movies–Cult Classics. This month’s feature: “Little Shop of Horrors” (1986) Pinson Public Library

● Dahl’s Delightful Kits: March 3-8, All week - Join us as we celebrate the imaginative world of Roald Dahl! Stop by the library

to perform a function that they put on a show. Sometimes it can get downright comical. I’ve met several people who share my condition, and we can only laugh at things such as constantly poking ourselves in the eye when we try to insert our contact lenses. Or brushing our teeth and winding up drawing toothpaste-colored designs all over our faces. It’s not painful. It’s just annoying. And often embarrassing. There is medication that can mute it, but there is no cure. It gets progressively worse as you age, and I am

Tuesday, March 11 at 4:30 p.m. - We’re playing Dungeons & Dragons! Delve into the Forgotten Realm in this fantasy Role-Playing Game.

● Junior Jamz: Wednesday, March 12 at 10 a.m.

- Bring your little kiddos to jam at the library! We’ll provide a variety of musical instruments for the children to explore

● Let’s Jam!: Thursday, March 13 at 4 p.m. - Are you learning to play an instrument or have you been playing for years? Come jam at the library!

experiencing that, but I am holding off on medication as long as possible. Like most of my septuagenarian brothers and sisters, I’m already taking a few pills for other stuff, and I don’t want to be one of those unfortunate souls who consume pills by the handful every day. Those of us with this condition understand that, if this is the worst thing we ever have to deal with, we are truly blessed. We’ve been living with it since our forties, when the trembling first begins to manifest itself. We are accustomed

to the daily nuisances that pop up. Like being unable to make your computer mouse stop the cursor at a specific point on the screen. We have learned not to rest our fingers on the keys of a keyboard because we will unwittingly type many letters we don’t intend to. You can easily recognize us in public places. We’re the ones trying to pay the bill at the checkout using a credit card, but constantly missing the slot in which to insert the card. We’re the ones that have to ask you to take a photograph for us because

we shake too much to execute a good selfie.

Recently Sharon and I dined at an area buffet. Carrying my tray loaded with food all the way to my table without incident was adventure enough, but then I made a well-meaning but critical error. I told Sharon I would get us our drinks. I went to the beverage counter, grabbed two cups, filled them with ice, and drew one with water and the other with unsweet tea. This, then, becomes the ultimate challenge for someone with ET. Trying to walk with a full

cup of liquid in each hand. I could have sworn I saw other patrons placing bets as to whether I could make it back to my table without spilling one or both. Ah, but we ET folks have learned a few tricks. I pushed the two glasses together and curled them into my chest. I looked like someone nursing a baby as I picked up my walking pace, but I completed the journey successfully, with only minor wet spots on my shirt as collateral damage. Thankfully, essential tremor does not seem to affect certain important functions, at least not yet. I can drive a car and swing a golf club or a pickleball paddle without difficulty, although I stand ready to use the ET as an excuse if I play badly. Now, if it prevented me from picking up the TV remote, that would be serious! Sometimes you can actually have fun with it. I challenge my grandkids to make my hand stop quivering. They will grasp me across the back of my fingers and hold as tightly as they can. They giggle with fascination as they let go, only to see the vibrations resume. They gather pillows and books and whatever else is handy, and pile them up on my hand. Alas, when the items are removed, the tremors endure. These games can go on for hours. Hey, anything to keep the grands entertained, right? Those of us with ET are certainly not worthy of sympathy or condolence. It’s not that big of a deal. We just want you to know we are not shivering, or stressed out. There is one thing, however, I have been thinking about. If I ever did get nervous about something, how could I tell?

Ken Lass, Tribune Columnist

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ICHBW: Is Soft Dating the New Power Suit?

I Couldn’t Help But Wonder…

By Dixie Dreamer

It’s funny how re-entering the dating scene in your 40s after years of marriage feels a bit like showing up to a karaoke bar with a cassette tape—everything’s digital now, darling. Dating in the 90s was all about timelines and labels. First comes exclusivity, then the toothbrush at his place, and before you know it, the bridal shower invitations are in the mail. But now? Meet Soft Dating, where the rules are loose, the pace is your own, and labels are about as valuable as those Beanie Babies we swore would pay for our retirements.

I’ll be honest, when I first dipped my pedicured toe back into the dating pool, it felt like I was drowning in ambiguity. Gen X expectations told me I had to define, commit, and cement a relationship faster than you can say “Will you be my boyfriend?” But the truth is, the dating world has changed— and so have I. Soft Dating, the idea of exploring connections without the rush to declare exclusivity, has swept me off my feet. It’s not about playing games; it’s about taking your time and prioritizing what really matters—your needs, your wants, and, most importantly, your growth.

Sure, ambiguity can feel unsettling at times. Why do we crave labels? Because they feel safe. But what if safety is in stepping back and saying, “I don’t need to fit into anyone else’s expectations right now—not even my own from 20 years ago”?

Here’s how I embraced, and dare I say thrived in,

this new era of soft dating— and how you can, too:

1. Know What You Want (and Don’t Settle): Before you swipe right or agree to that coffee date, take a moment to ask yourself what you’re looking for. Not just in a partner, but in a connection. Do you want someone to spice up your

weekends or someone who listens to your mid-week audiobook-inspired existential crisis? Clarity starts with you, not another person.

2. Keep the Focus on You: Dating doesn’t have to be all about finding “the one.” Use this time to rediscover yourself. Pick up that hobby, take that solo week-

end trip, or even try that virtual yoga class everyone’s talking about. The better you feel about your life outside dating, the less you’ll rely on it for validation.

3. Set Boundaries Like a Boss: Feeling drained because you’re trying to meet someone else’s schedule or expectations? Soft dating invites you to draw lines where they’re needed. If you want to be clear about needing flexibility or keeping things light, say so. It’s empowering to declare what works for you—someone worth your time will respect that.

4. Enjoy the Gray Areas: Not every date needs a pre-determined ending. It’s okay to savor the mystery and take it day by day. The best connections grow over time, and not every meaningful connection has to end

with “happily ever after.”

Sometimes, it’s just about enjoying the moment.

Soft Dating is freeing. It allows us to unshackle ourselves from pressures, both internal and external.

And, dare I say it, it’s fun.

I’m no longer looking to define what’s next every time I connect with someone new. Instead, I’m leaning in—into the beauty of the undefined, into growth, and into the possibility that maybe, just maybe, dating in my 40s can be exciting for all its twists and turns.

I couldn’t help but wonder, when did “taking it slow” become less of a red flag and more of a welcome breath of fresh air? Turns out, when I stopped rushing, I found myself—and isn’t that the most romantic connection of all? So here’s to dating in our 40s, where we

can embrace the unknown and thrive in the journey towards love and self-discovery.

One key aspect to keep in mind is that dating at this age is different from when we were in our 20s or even 30s. Our priorities may have shifted, our expectations may be different, and our approach to relationships may have evolved. It’s important to embrace these changes and adapt our dating strategies accordingly.

As we navigate the world of dating in our 40s and 50s, it’s important to remember that this stage of life brings with it a unique set of challenges and opportunities. We may have more responsibilities and commitments than we did in our younger years, but we also have a wealth of life experience and wisdom gained over the years.

For instance, while physical attraction remains important, we might also prioritize qualities like compatibility, stability, and emotional maturity in a partner. Our experiences might also have given us a clearer understanding of our relationship needs and dealbreakers. We all have our own unique stories about navigating relationships and life’s twists and turns, so why not share yours? I’d love to hear about your adventures, lessons learned, and everything in between. Drop me a line at columnist@ICHBWColumn.com – your story could be the next big inspiration for others out there! And remember, darlings, no matter where life takes you, always take care of yourself, love fiercely, and stay absolutely fabulous.

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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.

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Hewitt-Trussville athletes bring home medals at 2025 AHSAA 7A State Meet

By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor

GULF SHORES –

Hewitt-Trussville delivered standout performances at the 2025 AHSAA Class 7A State Track and Field Championships, earning multi-

ple podium finishes and state-level personal bests over the weekend.

Sophomore Mary Durham claimed gold in the girls’ 800-meter run. Durham crossed the line in 2:14.32, a new personal record and the seventh-fastest

time in Alabama this season.

Senior Michael Igbinoghene was a double medalist in the field events. He took gold in the boys’ triple jump with a mark of 4602.00 (2.3 m/s), which ranks No. 10 in the state this year. Igbinoghene also placed

third in the boys’ long jump, jumping 23-08.00 (0.9 m/s), good for sixth in Alabama and No. 69 nationally.

In the boys’ 400-meter dash, sophomore Demetri Hall Jr. earned a bronze medal with a time of 48.75 seconds.

Junior Dylan Cope also landed on the podium in the boys’ 110-meter hurdles, placing third with a time of 14.55 seconds.

Senior Shaw Helfrich captured the boys’ pole vault title, clearing 14-06.00 to secure gold. On the girls’ side, senior Haven White earned a bronze medal in the pole vault with a height of 11-00.00.

Hewitt-Trussville also reached the podium in the girls’ 4×800-meter relay, finishing third overall with a time of 9:29.02.

Hewitt’s season ends in heartbreaking 4-3 loss to Bob Jones

By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor

Trussville – Hewitt-

Trussville’s season came to an end Monday afternoon with a 4-3 loss to Bob Jones in Game 2 of the Class 7A quarterfinals.

The Huskies dropped Game 1 of the series 1-0 on Friday and fell 2-0 in the best-of-three series, ending their season with a 33-4 record.

Hewitt led 3-2 in the sixth inning before the Patriots rallied late. Zack

Johnson tied the game with a single down the left field line, and Tanner Hermesch followed with a double that scored the go-ahead run.

The Huskies started strong with a triple by the nation’s number 19 MLB prospect, Steele Hall, and

opened the scoring in the top of the first after singles by Cooper Huffman and Christian Helmers. Huffman drove in the game’s first run, and Cale McIntosh later gave Hewitt a 3-2 lead in the sixth with an RBI single.

Hudson Mitchell went the distance for the Huskies, allowing three hits and four runs over six innings while striking out four.

Huffman, Hall, Drew Ollis, Helmers, Colby Durden, and McIntosh had one hit. Huffman, Helmers,

and McIntosh each drove in a run, and Hewitt stole four bases on the night. The loss ends an outstanding season for Jeff Mauldin’s squad, who entered the series ranked No. 1 in Class 7A and held a topten national ranking.

High School Football America Names 2025 Academic All-America Team for Alabama

By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor

High School Football America has announced its 5th annual Academic All-America Team for the state of Alabama, recognizing nearly 150 student-ath-

letes. To qualify, honorees must have earned a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.7 or higher—or a minimum of 92 on a 100-point scale— while contributing as varsity players during the 2024 season.

Several athletes from the

Tribuneland area were selected:

Center Point Deon Moore – DB, Class of 2025

Clay-Chalkville Aaron Frye – QB, Class

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Hewitt-Trussville Jackson Martin – TE,

Class of 2027, Jacob Serena – WR, Class of 2025, James Kelly – RB, Class of 2026, Joshua Moore – OL, Class of 2026, Mason Holloway – OL, Class of 2025, Noah Dobbins – QB, Class of 2025 and Zach Benedict – QB, Class of 2026

Moody Charlie Johnston – QB, Class of 2025

Shades Valley Zavier Moore – QB, Class of 2027

Birmingham Stallions bounce back with a 26-3 win

BIRMINGHAM – The Birmingham Stallions (4-2) bounced back in dominating fashion on Sunday afternoon, defeating the San Antonio Brahmas (1-5), 26-3 inside Protective Stadium.

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Birmingham’s defense put together another standout performance, holding San Antonio’s offense to only 178 total yards, including just 24 yards on the ground. Both the 178 total yards and the 24 rushing yards are new season-lows for Birmingham’s defense.

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MLB East-West Classic to be held at Rickwood Field

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

– Baseball will be coming back to Rickwood Field in the summer, as the Second Annual East-West Classic will honor the Negro-League all-star games of the past. The event will be held June 19, which is Juneteenth. Former players from past generations will partic-

ipate. Last year’s event in Cooperstown, New York, featured legends such as Ken Griffey Jr. and Ozzie Smith. Chris Young is the captain of the East, with CC Sabathia as the captain of the West. Birmingham’s historic field hosted a 2024 MLB regular season game between the St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco Gi-

ants as part of a salute to the Negro Leagues. The ballpark has undergone $5 million in renovations, which included a new playing surface and a padded wall.

Rickwood Field is the oldest existing professional ballpark in the U.S. and served as home for the Birmingham Barons and Birmingham Black Barons.

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Furthermore, the Stallions’ defense was extremely efficient in getting off the field on third down, holding the Brahmas to 0-for-10 on third down conversions and 0-for-1 on fourth down attempts.

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“What a game defensively! We gave up a 56-yard pass to start the game. Then we gave up about 70 yards on two big plays before halftime, and we still finished by giving up only 178 yards. What a defensive performance; I thought those guys were awesome. We talked about what we wanted to do offensively is play the game probably a little more conservatively, giving our quarterback an opportunity to stand in the pocket, throw some play action and some ball control stuff. I thought our defense gave us an opportunity to do that because they kept getting off the

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The Stallions used the quarterback duo of Case Cookus and Andrew Peasley to lead the offensive charge on Sunday. Cookus made his second start of the season and finished the day 16-of-23 passing for 166 yards and two touchdowns. Cookus also added 16 rushing yards on four attempts.

Andrew Peasley made his Stallions debut on Sunday, putting together a solid relief effort. Peasley finished the game completing 5-of-8 passes for 79 yards, adding 10 yards on the ground.

Birmingham scored a season-high 26 points on the day with 10 different receivers finishing the day with at least one catch.

Cade Johnson led Stallions’ receivers, hauling in five of his six targets for 61 yards. Amari Rodgers and Jace Sternberger were on the receiving end of Cookus’ touchdown passes, as Rodgers scored from 43 yards out and Sternberger from five. Both scores were the first touchdowns of the season for the two veterans.

Ricky Person Jr. led the ground attack for the Stallions, Person Jr. finished the day with 32 rushing yards on nine attempts and scored his second touchdown of the season from four yards out to open the scoring for the Stallions.

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Tribuneland Athletes Excel at AHSAA State Track Meet

By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor

with a time of 24.90.

6A boys’ long jump with a leap of 23-02.25 (7.07 meters).

Harrison Mevis continued his stellar and consistent playin his first year in spring football. Mevis was a perfect 2-for-2 on the day, connecting on field goals of 49 and 50 yards.

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Birmingham’s defense forced two turnovers on the day, bringing its season total to 11. Chapelle Russell, DeMarquis Gates and Kyahva Tezino all led the defense with five total tackles apiece.

Tribuneland athletes made their mark at the AHSAA State Track and Field Championships, earning medals and personal bests.

• Leila McWillie (ClayChalkville) placed third in the 6A girls’ discus with a throw of 116-04 (35.46 meters).

• Jackson Gatgens (Springville) won the 5A boys’ javelin title with a throw of 171-03 (52.20 meters).

• Springville’s boys’ 4×800 relay team ran 8:23.02 to secure the 6A state title.

• Armonte Graham (Center Point) placed second in the 5A boys’ 200 meters, clocking 21.87.

• Amya Phillips (Center Point) won the 5A girls’ long jump at 16-09.5 (5.12 meters).

Israel May (Shades Valley) finished third in the

Birmingham’s defense caused consistent pressure all game, picking up three total sacks, two of which came from Ronnie Perkins, with one from Carlos Davis.

Steven Gilmore picked up his first interception of the season in the fourth quarter, while Marvin Wilson forced a San Antonio fumble that was recovered by Tae Crowder.

The Stallions’ defense kept their opponent out of the end zone for the second time this season, and have only surrendered six touchdowns so far this year.

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• JaKayla Tamper (Pinson Valley) earned second in the 6A girls’ 200 meters

Ke’Asia Washington (Center Point) finished second in the 5A girls’ shot put with a mark of 37-03.25 (11.36 meters).

Hall is a top-20 MLB prospect

By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor

TRUSSVILLE – There’s

a new number next to Steele Hall’s name, and it’s a big one. The Hewitt-Trussville shortstop has climbed to No. 19 in Baseball America’s latest 2025 MLB Draft rankings, released today as part of the outlet’s in-season update. It’s the second spring update and expands the rankings from 300 to 400 players, reflecting not just scouting reports but performance and advanced analytics from across the nation. Hall, a Tennessee commit, has earned national attention in an already-loaded 2025 class. The re-classified junior has led his Huskies to a top-ten national ranking. Baseball America’s rankings are among the most respected in the industry. Being ranked No. 19 indicates that MLB teams are watching closely.

Michael Igbinoghene, Hewitt Track and Field State Champ in the boys’ triple jump and third in the boys’ long jump

Stallions bounce back. Credit: Birmingham Stallions