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By Nathan Prewett

Leeds – At a meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, the Leeds Board of Education recognized a teacher who received a National Board Certification.

See LEEDS SCHOOLS, Page 6

St. Clair County Schools return to traditional, in-person instruction From The Tribune staff reports

ASHVILLE — The St. Clair County School system returned to traditional, in-person instruction every day, on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021.

See ST. CLAIR SCHOOLS, Page 7

New J Wings location coming to Grayson Valley From The Tribune staff reports

GRAYSON VALLEY — A new J Wings location is coming soon to Grayson Valley. The eatery will be located inside the Marathon gas station at the corner of Chalkville Mountain Road and Wright Street.

See J WINGS, Page 8

Trussville a possible location for Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux, a Louisiana-based sports bar that was once named the #1 Sports Bar in America by ESPN, could be coming to Trussville, but the exact location and timing have yet to be determined.

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Leeds police officer injured in crash

Leeds man charged in connection to U.S. Capitol breach

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LEEDS — A Leeds police officer is recovering after a two-vehicle crash on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021.

Officer Jordan Palmer was responding to a call when investigators said another vehicle ran a stop sign and crashed into Palmer’s patrol vehicle.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was called in to investigate the crash that happened at 11:04 p.m., at the intersection of Parkway Drive and Eloise Street, in Leeds.

Palmer was hospitalized and had to undergo surgery.

He had a broken leg, a broken wrist and several bumps and bruises, according to his longtime friend, Madison McElroy.

McElroy said she got the call about the crash and got in touch with Palmer while he was waiting to get a room at the hospital. Although he had a long wait, Palmer said McElroy stayed strong. After knowing Palmer for six years, she said she was not surprised at how positive he seemed on the phone.

From The Tribune staff reports

WASHINGTON — The United States Department of Justice added a third Alabama man to the list of people being charged in connection to the Jan. 6 breach of the United States Capitol.

See CAPITOL ARREST, Page 3

“He was making jokes at this hospital and he is so funny and positive,” she said.

“He’s very caring and always doing for others and just very selfless…He asked me how my grandmother was because she has COVID. He has a neck brace on and he’s asking about my grandmother.

So, that tells you what kind of person he is.”

McElroy said Palmer has a lot of friends and is well known throughout Leeds.

“He has a heart of gold and is always worried about other people before himself,” McElroy explained.

“He’s outgoing, funny and very honest. He’s all-around a good person. He’s happygo-lucky with everything and is always thinking about the positive in any situation.”

A local support group for law enforcement officers, We Got Your Six Bham, is asking for donations to go towards a gift basket for Palmer. You

can make a donation online by clicking on the link in this story on www.TrussvilleTribune.com or send a donation via Venmo @wegotyoursixbham.

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The ALEA said the driver of the other vehicle was also injured and went to the hospital for evaluation.

MR. FOOTBALL: Pinson’s Ga’Quincy ‘Kool-Aid’ McKinstry

By Erik Harris, sports editor

PINSON — After helping Pinson Valley achieve the ultimate team goal back in December, Ga’Quincy McKinstry has now added the top individual honor a player can attain in Alabama high school football.

Mr. Football is essentially the Heisman Trophy of the Alabama High School Athletic Association and for the second time in three years, its awarded to a PVHS football player. Quarterback Bo Nix accepted the award in 2018 after winning his second state championship with the Indians, and McKinstry followed suit in 2020.

The annual award is voted on by the Alabama Sports Writers Association.

McKinstry, who is best known as “Kool-Aid” by football fans both near and far, is considered the country’s top cornerback prospect in the 2021 cycle. Although

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Pinson Valley corner Ga’Quincy McKinstry (1) nearly pulls in an interception against Oxford receiver Roc Taylor (4) on Nov. 20, 2020. Photo by Vickie Unlap (fodaction.com)

he wasn’t challenged often as a senior, the 6-foot standout still managed 12 pass breakups and two interceptions, both returned for touchdowns.

On the offensive end, he chipped in with 45 recep-

tions for 706 yards and 11 touchdowns, the last of which covered 52 yards in the Class 6A state championship game.

Pinson Valley would go on to beat Spanish Fort 23-13, securing the program’s third state crown in four years.

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Moody council discusses sewer project, announces COVID vaccine center

By Nathan Prewett

MOODY – At a regular meeting at Moody City Hall on Monday, Jan. 11, the city council authorized payment for an extensive sewer project and announced the location for a COVID-19 vaccination clinic.

See MOODY COUNCIL, Page 3

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McKinstry has since won Alabama-Mississippi All-Star MVP, been named the 6A Back of the Year, earned Tribune Player of the Year honors and signed with the University of Alabama. Along with Nix, the former Fultondale transfer will go down as one of the most decorated players in Pinson Valley football history.

He was one of several players in attendance on Saturday morning for a state championship celebration at Willie Adams Stadium. His senior class is the winningest football team in Jefferson County history, according to Mayor Joe Cochran and Principal Mike Turner. In four years of play, the group went 50-6 with three region championships and three state crowns.

McKinstry has enrolled early in Tuscaloosa and expects to compete in spring practice. He also says he will play basketball for the Crimson Tide starting in 2021-22.

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CLAY – The Clay City Council unanimously approved Proclamation 202101 at its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 12, recognizing January 2021 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

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COVID-19 bill assistance available for Jefferson County residents From The Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM — The Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham announced a Community Development Block Grant to provide assistance to residents living outside city limits of Birmingham, Bessemer, Helena and Sumiton.

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Moody Council From front page

The council heard from city attorney James Hill regarding an ongoing $700,000 sewer project being managed

by Gusc to replace the main line through the city.

Lee said that the project is “half done” with an estimated completion date of three weeks from the date of the meeting.

“It’s a change from an eight-inch line to a twelveinch line,” he said. “And it runs from the crossroads to ADESA. It’s the main line that supplies our plant and so it was a lot of infiltration in the line and we were using a lot of our capacity of water and so that’s why we decided to replace it.”

The council considered a resolution to ratify bidding and entrance to a supplemental contract to bypass areas with concrete encasing in order to save money as the line is replaced. This resolution was approved by the council before hearing about a change order by Gusc.

Hill spoke of the project being near natural gas lines that prompted a request to authorize a change order to allow Gusc to excavate and ensure safe installation of the sewer lines not to exceed $25,000.

Clay Council From front page

According to The National Child Traumatic Stress Network, nctsn.org, “January was first declared as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in 2010.”

City Manager Ronnie Dixon updated the council on the city’s preparations to host the first Alabama Open in pickleball.

“We have proceeded on with that and had a meeting this week with the director of the state pickleball association,” Dixon said. “We ordered some nets for the courts that are on the tennis courts so that they will be the championship-type nets and we’re moving forward with creating a festival feeling, I guess is the best way to put it.

They were very excited about having the food court area, the carnival, of course the updated bathroom trailers instead of just porta potties.”

The dates for the pickleball tournament are March 26, 27 and 28.

Dixon said that the director is trying to figure out how many players can be accommodated over the three days on 12 courts, and at this time, he is expecting to be in the range of 400 participants.

“He estimated that there would be at least three people with each person, so we’re looking at a couple thousand

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The request was approved.

Later in the meeting the council agreed to work with the Alabama Department of Public Health and Emergency Management Agency to set up a vaccination center for COVID-19 at the civic center on Jan. 21. The date is part of a statewide vaccination effort from the ADPH to give doses to eligible people.

Vaccine doses will only be available for senior citizens of ages 75 and over, as well as for first responders and healthcare workers in St. Clair County.

Vaccines will be administered on a first come, first served basis. Lee said that the APDH did not specify how many vaccine doses there will be.

The Moody Civic Center is located at 200 Civic Center Dr. Vaccinations will be given from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Before the regular meeting began, a public hearing was held to consider a request from Chad Camp and Harold Smith to rezone property totaling 147 acres located at the end of Taylor Trail in Taylors Cove subdivision from R-1 (Single

people at any given time during the tournament,” Dixon said.

Additionally, the first Alabama High School Athletics Association Pickleball Championship game will be held on the Clay courts on March 25.

“This is the first year that they have put that together, so we don’t know how many high schools will participate, but that will be just the one day,” Dixon said.

The city received a Covid relief refund from the federal CARES Act in the amount of $467,000. Dixon said that money was put directly into the city’s reserve fund.

“The reason that I put that money there, that extra $450,000 (plus), is because we did receive our disbursement for the CARES Act and I don’t think anybody’s really 100% certain that some of that won’t be recalled because it goes through FEMA,” he said.

“So since we pay as we go, I took that money and put it in reserve – they have a three year life span on when they can call it back – so we can just leave it sitting there. If we have to, it will be there to pay back; and if not, we’ll have that much more in reserve when we get to it.”

The next meeting of the Clay City Council will be Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021. The meeting will be held virtually on Zoom and begin at 6 p.m.

Family Residential) to AG-1 (Agricultural).

The council will vote on the request at a meeting on Feb. 8 at Moody City Hall.

In other business, the council: • Approved a request from Fire and Rescue Chief Larry Horton to purchase a new Ford F250 FX4 for $39,000. The item is budgeted from Capital Outlay funds from GUSC franchise fees, • Approved a request from Horton to purchase attachments from the Ford, which includes emergency lights, striping and lettering, bed cover, bed slideout, not to exceed $13,000.

This is also budgeted from Capital Outlay funds from GUSC franchise fees at $4,0000 as well as the general fund at $9,000, • Approved a request from Parks and Recreation Director Mike Staggs for sewer and pump line repair at the park for $1,122.50, • Approved a request from Staggs to clear the main sewer line at the civic center for $497.50, and • Approved an amendment to the 2020-2021 city budget regarding police and fire department salaries to bring part-time employees “in line” with the full-time positions to allow the parttime positions to be filled.

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Trussville Fire moves in to quickly put out condo fire

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TRUSSVILLE — Trussville Fire and Rescue responded to the scene of a condominium fire in the 600 block of Penny Lane and quickly worked to contain the damage.

Firefighters were first called to the scene at Cahaba Parc Condominiums at 7:11 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021.

Fire Chief Tim Shotts said a single unit on the second floor was damaged, but no injuries were reported.

“It’s pretty heavily damaged but it’s not destroyed,” Shotts said. “It’s going to have to be gutted and redone on the inside but the units on

either side are okay.”

Shotts said the condo was occupied at the time of the fire, but the cause has not

been determined. The chief said if not for the quick actions of firefighters, the fire could have been much worse.

main in a restricted building or grounds without lawful authority or did knowingly, and with intent to impede or disrupt the orderly conduct of Government business or official functions, engage in disorderly or disruptive conduct while in possession of a dangerous weapon…”

The next day, prosecutors say someone with Black’s phone number anonymously called the FBI and admitted

he broke into the Capitol and entered the Senate chamber with others.

After photos from the Capitol were released, a person called in and identified Black as one of the men pictured.

Two other men from Alabama have also been arrested in connection to the Capitol breach. Lonnie Coffman, of Falkville, is charged with Possession of an unregistered firearm (destructive device) and carrying a pistol without a license. William Watson, of Auburn, was arrested after his bond was revoked on unrelated charges for violating his bond agreement by traveling out of state.

Capitol Arrest From front page

Joshua Matthew Black, of Leeds was arrested on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, according to a court affidavit.

He is charged with restricted building or grounds; violent entry and disorderly conduct.

He will have a hearing on Jan. 20.

The FBI gathered evidence including photos and YouTube videos of a person they believe is Black describing what happened inside the Capitol building.

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HT students make Alabama Bandmasters Association Alabama Allstate Jazz Band From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Trussville City Schools announced the names of students selected to the Alabama Bandmasters Association Alabama Allstate

Jazz Band.

There were five students selected from Hewitt-Trussville High School, a record number, according to the school system. The students are: • Ian Franzer, 3rd chair Gold Band.

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Pinson man killed in singlevehicle accident on Hwy 280 From The Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM – A Pinson man was killed on Monday following a single-vehicle crash on Highway 280.

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HT students selected to Alabama Orchestra Association 2021 Allstate Orchestra From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Several Hewitt-Trussville High School band members were selected to the Alabama Orchestra Association 2021 Allstate Orchestra.

HTHS Band Director Mike Guzman announced the following students were selected: • Wei Wei Guo, 2nd chair Flute, Festival Orchestra.

• Koen Pritchard, Percussion, Festival Orchestra.

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Details surrounding the crash are limited. Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency are investigating the accident.

You can read Hallmark’s obituary in the obituary section.

Man accused in murder at shop on Service Road now charged with promoting prison contraband From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

JEFFERSON COUNTY — A man charged with capital murder and attempted murder, stemming from a shooting on Service Road, is now charged with promoting prison contraband, according to court documents.

Walter Edward Juskiewicz, 32, is suspected of shooting and killing 39-year-old Arnulfo Ortega. Ortega was killed on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said Ortega was going to buy a car from Juskiewicz, a co-worker, on the night of the shooting.

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Juskiewicz is being held at the Jefferson County Jail without bond on the capital murder charge. An officer inside the jail said Juskiewicz was hoarding medication he had a

prescription for, in order to sell them, court documents state.

The pills were found inside his cell in October.

Juskiewicz’s trial for the Service Road murder case is set for Monday, March 8, 2021.

In 2013, Juskiewicz was charged with first-degree sodomy and sexual abuse of a child less than 12-years-old.

Court records show Juskiewicz pleaded guilty to both charges in December of 2015. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison with two years to serve. Eight years of the sentence were suspended if he completed five years of probation. He received credit for 324 days served at the time of his sentencing. Juskiewicz was also told to register as a sex offender.

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FINANCE: Investing in a Biden-era economy

By David Guttery, sponsored content

Within our previous articles, we discussed at length, the potential implications of unknown election concerns on the economy, and by extension, on consumerism and the behavior of consumers in a Biden Administration era.

Within those articles, I discussed the potential for the market’s reaction as uncertainties became known. About one month ago, I encouraged everyone to remain invested and true to their long-term objectives, while being defensively hedged during this period of time.

Today, many of those previously unresolved election-related concerns are now known factors. Fortunately, we haven’t experienced another volatile period of melting algorithms similar to what we experienced in February and into March of last year related to COVID-19 concerns However, we are beginning to see what is in my opinion, a sector rotation, away from pure growth, high beta assets and into what have historically been more conservative, de-

fensive, and lower beta, dividend-generating holdings. In just the first few weeks of the year, I have observed quite a few pure growth, high beta stocks that performed well last year, lose 20% or more in value so far year to date. Conversely, we’ve seen quite a few stocks, in sectors that didn’t contribute much to the rally from March of last year, that are performing strongly just three weeks into the new year.

Just since Christmas Eve, we have observed a noticeable rise in the yield of the 10-year treasury bond, and we have also observed a very demonstrable rise in the price of oil.

Furthermore, asset classes that lagged the rally from last year, are now leading market sectors in just the first few weeks of this year. I believe this is the market looking ahead, and beginning to make the adjustments that we’ve discussed in the past, as it considers the factors that will likely have an impact on the economy going forward.

At a very high-level, I have offered the following analogy to my clients. The shorts and T-shirts that you were wearing in July, are just not the best ar-

ticles of clothing for the weather in January. Seasons change.

Economic seasons change. Today, it is time for the jackets and the jeans. Following that analogy, we are encouraging clients to adjust portfolio holdings to reflect the season into which I believe we are changing.

I do not believe that we will observe an attempt to undertake massive tax reform in this year, but that is very likely in the following year. Therefore, this sector rotation could give us an extended opportunity for the reallocation of portfolios when suitable.

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sury yields, higher inflation, weaker dollars, and a change in consumer sentiment away from discretionary spending in favor of a more cautionary focus on consumer staples spending. Corporations will become more cognizant of the higher tax environment within which they must operate. All of these factors will have an impact on the economy, and by extension the market.

At a very high-level, I believe that some of the traditional, slower growth and dividend paying sectors will likely show strength over the coming years.

Under the economic and fiscal spending initiatives of the Biden Administration, and given the potential for changes in future tax policy, I believe that some emerging, and nontra-

ditional sectors of the market could also perform well.

However, I would caution against simply adopting a basket of utilities for example at the surface level. You must dig more deeply to eliminate certain candidates that might be very positively correlated to fossil fuels for example. Likewise, I would advise against adopting a broad level basket of pharmaceutical stocks, but would prefer to hold those that are diversified in product line, and with a wide moat.

I could certainly continue along these lines, but for the purposes of this video I would suggest that if you work with a financial planning professional, engage that person frequently at this time. Determine where your strengths lie, and identify where weaknesses may exist, as a function of where we are now, and where we are potentially going, as it pertains to changes that will likely come with a new administration.

Do this, with an eye on the long-term financial plan that should be guiding you toward the objective of your stated investment goals. In closing, in last month’s video I suggested that there is usually always

something to hold in your portfolio. However, there is an art to knowing when to hold certain things, and why. You must always be aware of how the economic seasons are changing so that you can recognize the opportunities for portfolio adjustment. Complacency is not an option. (*) David R. Guttery, RFC, RFS, CAM, is a financial advisor, and has been in practice for 29 years, and is the President of Keystone Financial Group in Trussville. David offers products and services using the following business names: Keystone Financial Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA / SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services – investment advisory services. AIC and AAS are not affiliated with Keystone Financial Group. Information provided is gathered from sources believed to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee their accuracy. This information should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Past performance is not an indicator of future results.

DEMARCO: Alabama needs more efficient vaccine distribution for its citizens

By Paul DeMarco, commentary

BIRMINGHAM — As the COVID-19 vaccine gets distributed nationwide, there may be light at the end of the tunnel, however, for the time being the surge in infections and fatalities rages on and in fact is at its highest rate for the state.

By the time this pandemic is completed, projections are that this country will have lost more lives than we did in the

second world war. That is unacceptable.

Thus, there needs to be a wartime like effort to get people vaccinated rapidly. However, this week the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has reported that Alabama ranks 48th out of 50 states in percentage of distributed vaccines that have been administered at almost 21 percent. In addition in the next two weeks, the CDC is now going to provide more vaccines to those states

that are more efficient in the delivery of the medications.

We need to break through the bureaucracy and stand up full-time clinics that are accessible and fully staffed.

The state should look to retired healthcare workers to fill in gaps in manpower shortages, as many hard-hit areas around the country did at the start of the pandemic to assist hospitals. In addition, we have so many community schools and universities that educate

students in the health care profession that could assist in delivering the vaccines.

We should have weekend clinics that can administer vaccines, and in addition, administer monoclonal antibody infusions for those that are newly infected and not yet vaccinated to reduce hospitalization and death for the most vulnerable.

It must be an all hands on deck effort by the medical community and the public it-

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self. States around the country are activating their National Guard units to assist in the distribution of these vaccines.

Alabama should activate its guard units to help coordinate the logistics to help with vaccines for the most vulnerable to the virus. Rural counties that have lost their hospitals or medical facilities should be allowed to open up armories to provide a distribution center for the vaccines in these parts of the state.

Through natural disasters and the pandemic, Alabama neighbors have always taken care of each other. The state can take pride in being one of the most charitable and patriotic in the United States.

Alabama has the opportunity to lead the Nation in protecting its citizens and in ending this deadly pandemic.

Let’s get it done.

Paul DeMarco is a former member of the Alabama House of Representatives

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Local students honored at JSU, Montevallo From The Tribune staff reports

Several local students were recently recognized for their academic success this past semester at both Jacksonville State University and the University of Montevallo.

Six Trussville scholars were included on Montevallo’s President’s List for the 2020 fall semester. The honor was given to full-time students who achieved at least at 3.8 grade point average.

Those Trussville recipients include Taylor Lipford, Abigail O’Neal, Emilly Williams, Logan McCracken, Aphinee

Burns and Kourtney Clay.

At JSU, multiple local undergraduates made the Honor’s List for their outstanding academic performance last fall.

Local honorees include: • Chloe Tyler of Leeds, Dean’s List, Undecided-Management Major • Sidney Tyler of Leeds, President’s List, Early Childhood Elementary Ed Major • Ellary Boyd of Leeds, President’s List, Early Childhood Elementary Ed Major • Morgan Cleveland of Leeds, Dean’s List, Psychology Major • Katelynn Shadoan of

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• Taylor Bollinger of Trussville, Dean’s List, Secondary Education/English Minor • Carolina Royston of Trussville, President’s List, Special Education Collaborative, K-6/6-12 • James Young of Springville, President’s List, Forensic Investigation • Lauren Holt of Trussville, President’s List, Education • Robert Eads of Trussville, Dean’s List, Marketing • Bridgette Gray of Trussville, Dean’s List, Biology • Chrissy Newell of Trussville, Dean’s List, Nursing Undecided

• Grantlynn Montalto of Trussville, President’s List, Emergency Management • London Coleman of Trussville, President’s List, Forensic Investigations Undecided • Caroline Hoffman of Springville, Dean’s List, Special Education/Music minor • Faith Meyers of Springville, President’s List, Sociology • Timothy Jordan of Springville, Dean’s List, Computer Information Systems • Makynze Weaver of Springville, President’s

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School nurse in Trussville asking parents to watch for COVID-19 symptoms From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Hewitt-Trussville Middle School Nurse Laurie Morrison sent a letter to parents about COVID-19 restrictions and the Trussville City School system said the note is relative to all

Leeds Schools From front page

The teacher was Shelby Johnson, who instructs fifth grade at Leeds Elementary School, and was honored before the regular board meeting began. Certification with the National Board requires a series of tests in academic areas and submission of portfolios for evaluation.

Superintendent John Moore described the process of certification as difficult and “daunting”, saying that it is a gold

schools.

In the note, Morrison reminded parents to keep their kids at home if they are feeling sick. She said if the child is experiencing two or more symptoms of COVID, to contact your pediatrician.

“Keep in mind that often times Covid symptoms are

mild in students this age such as (but not limited to) headache, congestion, runny nose, fatigue, or sore throat,” Morrison said.

The following information was released for any student that tests positive or has been exposed to a positive case: • Contact the school nurse

and the clinic will notify teachers and the office.

• The nurse will determine your child’s return to school date.

• Quarantine time is 10 days for a positive test or 14 days for a positive exposure • With the positive result on file, your child will not be

quarantined due to exposure for 90 days but will be sent home if symptoms are present.

• If your child is in quarantine due to an exposure a positive antibody test or a negative test will NOT replace the quarantine.

• Keep other siblings home

from school and notify that child’s school nurse. **If you have a positive COVID case in your home and the student is not isolated from the positive person this will extend their quarantine.

Morrison asked parents to contact the school nurse with any questions.

standard for educators throughout the nation.

“She is a leader among teachers,” Moore said of Johnson. “She’s a special person, always goes above and beyond for her students and we’re very thankful she’s with Leeds city schools.”

The regular meeting began with the financial report by Chief School Financial Officer Ryan Miller, who said that the school system has received 17.81% of the general fund revenues.

The system is at 17.30% of the local budget revenues, which is down from 24% in

November. However, he said that other systems, including in Birmingham, have experienced slight declines as well.

He reported that Leeds has deposited $1 million and expressed confidence that the decline will be temporary.

In his comments, Moore brought up the stimulus packages that the government has been releasing to provide relief during the pandemic, including schools. In the previous stimulus passed in Spring of 2020 the Leeds school system received $1 million, he said.

A second stimulus was recently authorized by the gov-

ernment, but Moore said that is his waiting on more specific information regarding its benefits for schools although the amount of money should be more than the first amount.

Moore said that he attended a recent webinar with State Superintendent Eric Mackey, who said that the stimulus money can be used over two school years and that it can be used for personnel.

According to Moore, Mackey discussed vaccines in schools, saying that the temperature requirements may complicate administering them to students. School systems

may have to contact independent providers to set up clinics to provide vaccines once they become available for students.

Moore also said that Leeds is among 41 other systems that have grown in student populations despite the pandemic causing a shortage of enrollments in other school systems.

He said that as a result the system will receive more funds from the state but does not know the exact amount yet.

He also said that there is a proposal in the Alabama legislature that will provide a onetime hold harmless for schools that have lost student atten-

dance, citing 1,100 students lost in the Jefferson County system.

In other business the board: • Extended its policy regarding the Families First Coronavirus Act, which requires employers to provide paid 10 days of sick leave or family and medical leave to employees for reasons related to the COVID pandemic, • Approved renewing its HVAC contract at Leeds Elementary School for $20,000 per year The next board meeting will take place on Feb. 9 at the Leeds City Board of Education Building at 6 p.m.

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Local students recognized at Gadsden State CC From The Tribune staff reports

GADSDEN — Gadsden State Community College President Kathy Murphy has announced the school’s president’s and dean’s list recipients for the 2020 fall semester.

A total of five locals are among those recognized, including two on the president’s list and three on the dean’s list. According to the school, full-time students who earn a semester grade point average of 4.0 are named to the president’s list, while those who earn a 3.5 or above but below 4.0 are named to the dean’s list.

Local Gadsden State president’s list recipients include Dewayne Nolin, of Springville, and Baylee Key, of Trussville.

Local Gadsden State dean’s list recipients include Jacob Dees, of Moody, Grace Adamson and Jacob Key, of Springville.

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St. Clair Schools From front page

The system has been following a 6-stage plan based on quarantines and positive COVID-19 tests within schools. The decision to return to Stage 1, after being on a staggered schedule, was made by Superintendent Mike Howard. The superintendent said everyone will have to take the proper precautions to keep all faculty, staff and students safe.

“In order to remain in Stage 1, we will need everyone’s help,” said Howard. “It is vital that everyone take this pandemic seriously and wear a mask and social distance.

Continue to utilize the best sanitizing methods you can to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.”

The school system monitors quarantines, local coronavirus cases and statewide trends on a day-to-day basis. The Superintendent and school administrators make predictions on what adjustments need to be made and try to plan ahead as much as possible.

“Thank you for your patience and understanding during these past few weeks,”

Howard continued. “Decisions to be virtual and staggered were very difficult to make; however, by doing so, we are now able to return to full traditional offerings.”

The six-stage plan is a foundational model that would be considered for each community, not system-wide.

You can view a detailed video explaining the six-stage plan below.

Local students named to Troy University Former Pinson student Provost’s List Kayla Holmes named to University of Kentucky Dean’s List From The Tribune staff reports

From The Tribune staff reports

LEXINGTON, Ky. – A former local student has been recognized for her academic success at the University of Kentucky.

Kayla Holmes, of Pinson, was named to the Fall 2020 University of Kentucky College of Arts & Sciences Dean’s List. During this term, Kayla was majoring in Sociology, according to the school.

“This accomplishment is a sign of Kayla’s hard work and commitment to learning,” read a statement from UK. More than 2,100 under-

graduate students have qualified for the Fall College of Arts & Sciences Dean’s List.

Those students earned 12 or more credit hours as letter grades with a minimum 3.60 GPA for the semester.

Home to 19 academic departments that offer major degrees in 27 disciplines and 36 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences provides education in fundamentals to every undergraduate student at the University of Kentucky.

TROY – Troy University has announced a list of students who have been named to the Provost’s List for the Fall Semester and Term 2 of the 2020-21 academic year.

Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who have a grade point average of at least 3.65 qualify for the honor. The Fall Semester includes students at the Troy, Ala., campus. Term 2 includes students at Troy’s campuses in Dothan, Phenix City and Montgomery, along with locations outside of Alabama and online.

Local students on the list include: • Sarah Bice from Trussville • Andrew Douglas from Pinson • Max Cooper from Truss-

ville • Brianna Hampton from Trussville • Molly Womack from Trussville • Khalia Kennedy from Trussville

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UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic to open Trussville location soon TRUSSVILLE — The new UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic Trussville opened its doors onTuesday, Jan. 19, 2021.

said Rett Grover, UAB Callahan Eye Hospital and Clinics chief executive officer. “With this new clinic, our ophthalmologists and optometrists will be able to deliver the best care in a convenient location while they build relationships

Located at 1960 Gadsden Parkway near Pinnacle at Tutwiler Farm, the location offers a wide range of comprehensive and specialty eye services to patients in and around the city of Trussville.

“We are excited to be part of the Trussville community,”

and provide exceptional patient experiences for those living in or near the city of Trussville.”

The 5,200-square-foot clinic offers patients access to pediatric and comprehensive eye care specialists, houses a state-of-the-art diagnostic

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imaging center, and includes a new on-site optical store.

Patients who visit the clinic will receive services including family eye care, eye exams, cataract evaluations, glaucoma screenings, dry eye evaluation and treatment, and contact lens evaluations. All Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic patients are also eligible to receive a minimum 15 percent discount on all sunglasses and eyeglasses.

“We are consistently looking for ways to better serve our patients, and this new location allows us to provide members of the Trussville community with the expert care they are used to receiving from Callahan Eye Hospital in a more convenient, timely manner,” Grover said.

To schedule an appointment, patients can call or text 205-325-8620 or 844-UABEYES. Same-day appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome. For more information, go to uabmedicine.org/eyeclinic.

Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce unveils new logo of movement and progress.”

The organization’s previous logo featured the entrance to the chamber’s former Heritage Hall office in a blackand-white circular design.

The chamber moved to its current location at 400 Main Street in 2015.

“While the old logo was perfect for its time, we believe the new look better

represents where we are now and what we are becoming as a chamber,” said Mathews.

“It’s an exciting time to be a part of TACC, and we want everything about the chamber, including its logo, to convey that.”

For more information about the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce, visit www.trussvillechamber.com.

The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce seeks to provide leadership and a coordination of efforts that will contribute to the economic vitality and quality of life of the Trussville-area community.

“We are grateful to receive the funds for emergency assistance,” stated Major Charles Powell, Area Commander, The Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham. “This is never more important than during a time of crisis like the current COVID-19 pandemic.

We are truly humbled to continue serving the community in the name of Jesus Christ

during these uncertain times.”

To qualify for the funding, the applicant must be a resident of Jefferson County that lives outside of the city limits of Birmingham, Bessemer, Helena, and Sumiton.

The applicant must also have had a documented loss of income due to the Corona Virus pandemic. For more information, call (205) 328-4536.

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TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) announces its new logo, a distinctive mark that signifies the organization’s forward focus while giving a nod to Trussville’s past.

“The icon, of course, represents the historic stone gazebo at the corner of Main and Parkway,” said June Mathews, the chamber’s executive director. “We otherwise wanted to create a bold, more modern look indicative

COVID-19 Assistance From front page

The grant from the Jefferson County Commission will provide up to $1,500 to help residents will rent or utilities including water, sewer, electric and gas, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Walk On’s From front page

The owner of the Walk On’s franchise in Hoover is already in the process of putting a second location in Hoover. Matt Roth said he is now looking for a third location in Trussville.

Talks to put a Walk On’s in a new development on Highway 11, across from Winn Dixie, were underway but stalled in March 2019 after the coronavirus pandemic shut down restaurants nationwide. Commercial real estate developer James Proctor, with RealtyLink, said it will be at least a year until any movement is made on a potential deal with the franchise.

Proctor said he hopes to get spaces filled at The Park at Hamilton Place and is working with numerous businesses

that are interested in coming to Trussville.

The development sits directly in front of 40 residential lots and is positioned between retail and Trussville’s Entertainment District.

Spaces are expected to be a hot commodity because of the well-traveled Highway 11 and daytime population in surrounding developments.

The city has already cel-

ebrated a groundbreaking for the new Trussville City Schools Board of Education building that will be part of the development, but construction has yet to begin on any buildings, including a planned gas station for the area. Alabama Power is working on power lines in the area and after the work is complete, Proctor hopes construction can begin.

Rendering of The Park at Hamilton Place

J Wings From front page

Jay and Adrian Williams have several locations across the Birmingham metro, including in The Pizitz Food Hall, in the Birmingham Crossplex, in Bessemer and in Fultondale.

Adrian Williams is opening the new east Jefferson County location after several customers suggested an addition.

“We have most of our locations on the west side of Birmingham,” said Adrian Williams. “We didn’t have anything in the east area. We had a lot of people request for the Trussville area because a lot of our clientele travels from the Old Springville area to come to our Fultondale location.”

Adrian Williams said the business is special because it all started 10 years ago in Jay’s kitchen.

“Jay started this business on his own 10-years ago and he just turned 33,” said Williams. “From an entrepreneurial standpoint, he found his way to make it what it is. We hope to be able to put

them everywhere. We care about our product.”

Jay Wings serves fresh, never frozen chicken and they offer 25 mixable flavors. Plus, there is more than wings to choose from. Some of the most popular menu items include fried catfish, fried green tomatoes and

Philly cheesesteak sandwiches.

The Williams’ hope to open in about a month, but an exact opening date has not been determined.

The eatery will open daily at 11 a.m. and will close at 10 p.m. on weekdays and 11 p.m. on weekends.

Photo: J Wings Facebook page

J Wings will be located inside of the Marathon gas station at the corner of Chalkville Mountain Road and Wright Street.

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O b i t u a ry

Jimmy Saint september

(age 71)

17, 1949 ~ january 14, 2021

Clarence James “Jimmy” Saint was born September 17, 1949 and passed January 14, 2021 at the age of 71. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence Saint and Majorie Newell, two sisters Janet Saint Turner and Dixie Saint, two brothers Anthony and Dennis Saint. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years Zula Hill, his daughter Kimberly Saint Evans (Josh) and grandson Jackson Saint Evans (Palm Springs California). He is also survived by his sisters Linda Brasher, Cathy Thomas, and step brothers Michael Saint, Paul Newell, a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and his special friends and honorary pallbearers Roy Gene Vest, Steve Woffard, and Stanley Arrington. Jimmy was known for his enjoyment for life by family and friends as the “life of the party” and will be greatly missed. He proudly served United States Marine Corp during Vietnam era, earning a purple heart, a gold star, and other metals. Funeral services were held at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Birmingham, AL on Tuesday, January 19. Burial will take place at a later time with Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, AL with military honors.

Gary Oberg january

14, 2021 (age 66)

Oberg, Gary, age 66 of Pinson, AL, died January 14, 2021. Gary was a retired police officer with the City of Birmingham and currently a school bus driver for Jefferson County, Alabama schools. He was a member of The First Baptist Church of Trussville, where he served as a deacon, security team member, Men on Missions member, choir member, and in the Bob Wood Sunday School Class. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sandy Oberg; his daughter Leah Hooie (Lee); his son, Kevin Oberg; his two granddaughters, Sarah and Emilee Hooie; his brother, Ken Oberg; his cousin, Joy Marsh (David). He was preceded in death by his parents, Karl and Frances Oberg; and his sister, Jane Ellen Oberg. A funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2021 at The First Baptist Church of Trussville. Rev. Buddy Champion will officiate. Visitation was held at the church from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2021. Burial was in Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville. Due to COVID-19, anyone attending the visitation and funeral were asked to please wear a mask for the entire visitation and service and to practice social distancing. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Men on Missions Fund at The First Baptist Church of Trussville. Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama directing.

Master Sgt. Donald Larry Martin november

(age 70)

30, 1950 ~ january 12, 2021

Master Sgt Donald Larry Martin, 70, of Hanceville, passed away on January 12, 2021. Mr. Martin was a native of Oneonta, AL. He graduated from Appalachian High School in 1968. Immediately after High School he joined the U.S. Army and served during the Vietnam War. After 25 plus years of faithful service, he retired as a highly decorated Master Sgt. Mr. Martin was baptized in the Baptist church and was a devoted born again Christian and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church with his wife. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emma Sue and W.C. Martin and his two brothers, Ricky and Randy Martin, and grandson Campbell Swann Martin. Mr. Martin is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Nancy Joiner Martin; children, Laura Sultan (Syed) and Scott Martin (Laura); grandchildren, Maya, Asad, Joseph and Emily; his loving siblings, Brenda Hawkins (David), Verbon Martin (Marlene), Elaine Phillips and Karen Crane (Jake); he also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews and extended family.

Jason Dwight Hallmark april

12, 1984 ~ january 11, 2021 (age 36)

Jason Dwight Hallmark, age 36 of Pinson, Alabama went to be with the Lord Monday January 11, 2021.

Jason was employed by Watkins Trucking company in Birmingham, Alabama as a flat-bed commercial driver. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Pearl Louise Long Hallmark, James Orbin Hallmark and Joy Elizabeth Fortenberry White. He was survived by his wife Katherine Cunningham Hallmark (Katie), two young sons Colt and Luke, his mother Deborah Gail White Hallmark (Gail), father Dwight Orbin Hallmark; grandfather Roy White, sister Amanda Hallmark Talley (David), two nephews Jacob and Josh, father-in-law Chris Cunningham, mother-in-law Nancy Cunningham, brother-in-law Matt Cunningham (Ashley), niece McKenzie and nephew Coy.

James W. Walter Jr.

6, 1952 ~ january 11, 2021 (age 68) july

James W. Walter Jr. (Bo) died peacefully in his sleep on January 11, 2021. Bo was a loving husband, father and friend to everyone he met.

He is survived by his wife Debbie, his son Josey, who he devoted his life and son Jonathan. He was preceded in death by his son Jeremy. He is also survived by his sister Linda Whitley (Gene), his sister Becky Palmer (Jeff), his sister Cindy McCown and several nephews and nieces.

Marland Dean Wordell june

Bo was retired from U.S Postal Service, was a landscaper and worked for LYFT. He was a friend to many and never met a stranger. He also was an avid Auburn fan. He will be missed by many. The family requests any donations be made in his name to AMDA an organization dedicated to the advancement in treatments and research for Pompe Disease. Thanks for all the kind messages and prayers from Bo's family.

5, 1936 ~ january 12, 2021 (age 84)

Marland Dean Wordell born June 5, 1936 in Birmingham, Alabama passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 12th with his daughter Karen at his bedside. Marland was a 1954 graduate of Tarrant High School.

After graduation, he developed a diversified background in banking for his entire career eventually rising to the rank of President of The First Bank of Crestview, Florida. He enjoyed 13 years there as President before retiring in 1998. Marland was a devoted follower of Christ and served his church well by providing financial guidance whenever needed. His love for family was obvious, especially at Christmas dinners when he led in prayer before partaking in his favorite low country boil every year. A loving husband, brother, father, grandfather and greatgrandfather, Marland was at his best when surrounded by his family. Let us not forget, Marland's love for the Alabama Crimson Tide, fishing with his sons and all the four legged creations that occupied his life, especially Bob, Bear and Maggie. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Allie Wordell and his son, Marland Brian Wordell. He is survived by his wife Doris Wordell of 35 years, sister Celeste (Wayne) Brown, son Steven Gregg (Sharron) Wordell, daughter Karen (Mark) Colicchio and daughter in-law Bobbie Wordell. He gained children when he and Doris married including son Joel (Vicki) Chatham), Daughter Carla (Ray) Hintson and son Mike (Ellen) Chatham. Together they had 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren with another one due in July. Donations can be made to Save A Stray (www.save astray. org) or Wounded Warrior Project (woundedwarriorproject.org).

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Mona Howton (Hodges) Webster august

20, 1940 ~ january 9, 2021 (age 80)

Mona Howton Webster, 80 of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on January 9, 2021, with her beloved daughter by her side. Mona spent most of her life caring for her family. She is predeceased by her parents, Daniel J. Hodges and Lucille Hodges; husband, Woody Webster and daughter, Jill Howton Clark, and three dear aunts that she cared for until their deaths. Mona will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Kris Howton Costigan (Tom); sister, Ann Hodges Woodman; grandson, Jesse Clark; stepdaughter, Mikal Bierley (Jon); stepson, Jeff Webster (Yolie).

Peggy Stuman Watts

8, 1930 ~ january 9, 2021 (age 90) july

Mrs. Peggy Stuman Watts of Birmingham, Alabama went to be with our Lord on January 9th, 2021 at the age of Ninety years old. She is preceded in death by her parents; L.O. and Thelma Ball, her husband; Bill Stuman, two sons; Steve and Burt, and her sister; Sue Higgins of Birmingham.

Left to cherish her memory are two daughters; Rebecca Umphrey (Bobby) and Elizabeth Pace (Roland), her daughter in law; Cindy Stuman, sister; Pat Williams, nine loving grandchildren; Mandy Hambrick (Mark), Allison Tittle (Kelly), Bill Stuman (Meleigha), Eric Stuman (Katie), Ashley Cunningham (Matt), Chris Pace (Jenny), Brian Stuman (Misty), Bridgette Harlow (Troy), Mary Berschauer (Mitchell). Seventeen great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren.

She attended Woodlawn High School where she met her husband, Bill. In her career, she was a model for local retail stores and a teller with BTNB Bank for many years at the Roebuck Branch. She was also a faithful member of Roebuck Park Baptist Church where she and her family served the Lord.

Her hobbies included sewing, cooking, and painting. She was also involved in every aspect of her children’s and grandchildren’s lives.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Fairhaven Nursing Home for the many years of wonderful care provided to her.

John F. “Dutch” Robson, Jr. may

6, 1954 ~ january 12, 2021 (age 66)

John F. “Dutch” Robson, Jr., age 66, of Trussville, passed away on January 12, 2021. He was a member of Faith Community Fellowship and worked as a Superintendent for Robson Contractors, Inc. He was a 1973 graduate of Banks High School and later attended JSU. He was a loving son, brother and uncle who grew up in the Roebuck area. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Wanda Robson. He is survived by his brother, Ralph Robson (Susan), niece, Michelle Childs (Bobby) and nephews, Michelle Childs (Bobby), John Robson (Kelsey) and Brent Robson. In lieu of flowers the family request that donation be made to a favorite charity.

Grady Vinson

11, 1932 ~ december 30, 2020 (age 88)

january

He was born the youngest of 3 children to Dewey (Roberta) Vinson of Athens, AL; all whom have preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Barbara; daughters: Debi Lawley, Cindy (Charlie) Phillips, Becky (Mike) Speakman; 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. His mother called him Grady Paul, his wife called him Grady. His daughters called him Daddy and to his 7 grands and 8 great-grands he was PawPaw. He was known by hundreds of locals as Mr. Grady. A legend on the northeast side of Jefferson County, he never met a stranger. He successfully ran his own contracting business, Custom Builders. He treasured sitting down for coffee and conversation, whether it be at Roy Smith Pharmacy, Golden Rule BBQ or Cracker Barrel. He loyally cheered on BAMA football and enjoyed playing golf, often at Grayson Valley Country Club. He was easily found hanging out on the fence at ballparks or inside a school gym watching his grands play various sports. His Lord and Savior called him Good and Faithful after serving as deacon at Huffman Baptist Church and more recently as member of Central Baptist Church. In the early hours of December 30, 2020, he was called to his heavenly home. He is now free from the dementia that he had suffered from for several years, free from the cane, the walker and wheelchair that he was forced to use, and finally free from the hospital bed he had been confined to for the last several weeks. As our family continues to recount the many facets and memories of Grady Paul Vinson’s life, we have clearly been taught life isn’t about riches and fame, but what you leave behind that matters most. He may be gone from this earth and his physical presence greatly missed, but his legacy shall live forever in the hearts of his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his honor to the Big Oak Ranch (www.bigoak.org

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Latest Jefferson County restaurant scores 26745 18426 14630 26627

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Victory lap Pinson Valley celebrates state football championship

By Erik Harris, sports editor

PINSON — It’s been more than six weeks since Zach Pyron fired the go-ahead touchdown pass to Ga’Quincy McKinstry, but the memories remain fresh for Pinson Valley fans.

That much was certain last Saturday morning as the Indian faithful gathered once more in Willie Adams Stadium to celebrate their 2020 state football champions.

“This was great for the players, our coaches, the band was here, our cheerleaders and our fans, so it was great to experience,” said Pinson Valley head football coach Sam Shade. “We weren’t able to do it in December but it was good to have it today and it was a pretty nice day for it.”

Shade, in his first season at the helm, led the Tribe to a 12-2 season that culminated with a 23-13 state championship-game victory over Spanish Fort at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. That win represents the school’s third Class 6A football title in the last four years, making the Class of 2021, perhaps, the

Pinson Valley head football coach Sam Shade speaks during a state championship celebration at Willie Adams Stadium last Saturday. Photo by Erik Harris

most decorated group in Jefferson County history.

“I may be the mayor now, but that’s not that big a deal because I’ve been the announcer

for the Pinson Valley Indians for years and years, and the last four years have been pretty incredible,” said Pinson Mayor Joe Cochran during

in the history of Jefferson County. I’m so proud of them.

I’m so proud that I got to sit in that booth on Friday nights and announce their names and scream, ‘Touchdown Indians!’”

The event started with a championship parade that began at Winn-Dixie in Pinson and traveled down Tapawingo Rd. all the way to PVHS. Fans cheered the team on as it approached Willie Adams Stadium where the Indians notched a trio of playoff wins by a combined score of 10612 back in November.

Shade and his team were showered with confetti as they took the field for the first time as state champs.

“I want to thank the fans,” said Shade. “I want tell you how much we appreciate you guys coming out and making a difference, especially in the playoffs. We didn’t have a lot of home games during the season because of corona but we get in the playoffs and we get a really good No. 1-ranked Oxford team here on our field and you guys came out and made a difference.

the celebration ceremony on Saturday. “This group of young men that stands before you represents the winningest team See HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL, Page 13

Latest high school basketball rankings

By Erik Harris, sports editor

With three-plus weeks remaining in the regular season, three local high school basketball squads remain listed in the latest update of the Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings.

In Class 7A, the Hewitt-Trussville girls slip one spot back to No. 3 after suffering back-to-back losses to No. 1 Hoover and No. 2 Vestavia Hills.

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Alabama quartet declares for NFL draft

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TUSCALOOSA — Four stars from Alabama’s national championship team, including Heisman Trophy finalist quarterback Mac Jones, are leaving early to enter the NFL draft.

Jones, wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, cornerback Patrick Surtain II and defensive lineman Christian Barmore announced their intentions to leave on Thursday — all are considered potential first-round picks.

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Jones arrived as a skinny recruit along with much more heralded prospect Tua Tagovailoa, a No. 5 overall pick by the Miami Dolphins last season. Both played behind young quarterback Jalen Hurts, now with the Philadelphia Eagles.

“It’s just been a great journey,” said Jones, who finished third in the Heisman voting.

There also are several Alabama seniors considered first-round picks, including Heisman Trophy-winning wide receiver DeVonta Smith, All-America tailback Najee Harris and Outland Trophy winner left tackle Alex Leatherwood.

Jones put together the most prolific season of any Tide quarterback in his only full season as starter. He was college football’s most efficient passer and also led the nation with 4,500 passing yards and a 77.4% completion rate.

He said he is ready for the next step.

“Coach (Nick) Saban’s been educating all of us since we stepped on campus so we’re very aware of how the draft works and things like that,” Jones said. “And we all want to play in the NFL.”

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We get No. 2 Mountain Brook the next week; you guys came out and made a big difference. The players fed off you guys all season.”

Shade also thanked the Pinson Valley cheerleaders, band members, coaching staff and players for a memorable ride last season.

“My hat goes off to these players because they didn’t

Jones passed for 41 touchdowns and had just four interceptions. Th quarterback, who has a master’s degree in sports hospitality, had one of his best performances in the national championship game win over Ohio State.

He competed 36 of 45 passes for 464 yards and five touchdowns in the 5224 win. Jones won both the Davey O’Brien Award and the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award.

Surtain was a unanimous All-American, Jim Thorpe Award winner and Southeastern Conference defensive player of the year. A shutdown cornerback, he allowed 25 receiving yards or fewer nine times entering the championship game.

“Since I was a kid, my lifelong dream was to play in the NFL,” said Surtain, whose father Patrick Surtain Sr. is a former NFL player. ”I leaned on him a lot,” Surtain said of his father.

“He’s been through this before. I asked him a lot of questions leading up to this process. He’s guided me the right way.”

Barmore was the defensive MVP of the national title game, where he had a sack and a pair of tackles for loss. Barmore led the team with eight sacks and had three pass breakups and

three forced fumbles.

“This was a very difficult decision for me because I love my brothers, the fans and I love playing football at Alabama,” he said.

Waddle returned in a limited capacity in the title game after missing much of the season with an ankle injury that required surgery.

But he had been one of the Tide’s most dynamic players as a receiver and punt returner.

Waddle had 28 catches for 592 yards and four touchdowns in six games.

He caught three passes for 34 yards against Ohio State, despite clearly not being 100%.

“It was a great experience,” Waddle said. “To be honest, when they told me I was going to have a chance to play, I already had it in my mind to play.

“It was great to get back out there with the team and just do it one more time and go out the right way. That was what it was all about.”

Saban said the players who are leaving school without degrees promised they would complete the remaining requirements.

“I’m really proud of each one of these guys,” the coach said, “and they’re always going to be part of the University of Alabama and the program here.”

know from day to day, from week to week what was going to happen,” said Shade.

“But they stayed together and listened to the coaching staff.

They sacrificed a lot this season to get to this point.”

Postseason accolades have poured in from every direction since the championship trophy was carried back to campus. The Indians placed five players on the Alabama Sports Writers Association All-State Team, including four first-team selections: Rayvon Crum,

offensive tackle; James Perkins, defensive lineman; Ga’Quincy McKinstry, cornerback; and Jaquel Fells, athlete.

Shade has been named the ASWA’s Class 6A Coach of the Year recipient.

McKinstry has also been honored as the Class 6A Back of the Year and the Tribune Player of the Year following a stellar senior season. He has signed with the University of Alabama where he plans to enroll early this spring.

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Basketball Poll From page 12

The Huskies (18-2, 1-1) got back in the win column with a 49-39 Area 6 victory over Spain Park on Tuesday.

In Class 6A, the Pinson

See complete rankings below.

GIRLS CLASS 7A 1. Hoover (19-0) 2. Vestavia Hills (21-2) 3. Hewitt-Trussville (19-2) 4. Foley (14-3) 5. Theodore (18-3) 6. Spain Park (17-6)

9. Spanish Fort (14-3) 10. H illcrest-Tuscaloosa (11-3) Others nominated: Buckhorn (14-6), Clay-Chalkville (10-4), Cullman (9-5), Decatur (11-10), Minor (12-6), Muscle Shoals (6-4), Robertsdale (16-5), Scottsboro (13-3), Valley (8-2).

Hewitt-Trussville point guard Jordan Hunter pushes the ball up the floor during a home game earlier this season. Photo by Erik Harris

Valley boys are off to a dominant start in Area 12 play, handling their first three opponents (Mortimer Jordan, ClayChalkville and Gardendale) by an average score of 66-38.

The Indians (11-2, 3-0) also scored a 58-54 win over Class 5A No. 1 Ramsay last Saturday, bumping them one spot up to No. 2 in this week’s poll.

In limited action, the Center Point boys step one spot back to No. 4 in Class 5A. The Eagles currently sit at 5-2 after earning their second win over area foe Corner on Tuesday, 51-41.

7. Auburn (11-3) 8. Sparkman (14-7) 9. Gadsden City (13-4) 10. Davidson (8-9) Others nominated: Austin (8-8), Dothan (8-4), James Clemens (8-10), Thompson (14-4).

BOYS CLASS 6A 1. Huffman (9-2) 2. Pinson Valley (11-2) 3. Shades Valley (8-3) 4. Eufaula (16-3) 5. Hartselle (16-2) 6. Mountain Brook (16-6) 7. Calera (11-6) 8. Oxford (16-2)

CLASS 5A 1. Ramsay (13-5) 2. Pleasant Grove (12-4) 3. Parker (8-3) 4. Center Point (5-2) 5. Lee-Huntsville (4-1) 6. Sylacauga (11-1) 7. Talladega (9-2) 8. LeFlore (6-5) 9. West Point (13-5) 10. Guntersville (12-3) Others nominated: B.C. Rain (9-4), Carroll-Ozark (148), Charles Henderson (14-7), Douglas (12-5), Faith-Mobile (7-6), Greenville (9-7), Lawrence Co. (9-5), Russellville (9-4), Selma (3-2).

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Pinson senior named Birmingham Area Athlete of the Week

Hoops Roundup: Springville stays hot; Cougars pulls even in Area 12

By Erik Harris, sports editor

High school basketball action is in full swing. Check below for game-by-game recaps involving local squads.

The Springville boys hit the road last Friday night and came back with a 55-31 area win over Pell City. The Tigers (18-3, 4-1) finished with 15 assists on 22 made field goals as they pulled things out of reach.

Springville started both halves strong with 16 points scored in the first period and 18 points in the third. The visitors led 24-10 at the break and stretched it to 42-17 after three complete.

Jake Goolsby paced the Springville offense with 11 points, followed by Chase Higgins with 10 and Pearson Baldwin with nine. The Tigers have now won 13 straight after falling to Boaz 58-55 two days before Christmas.

The Hewitt-Trussville girls pulled out a 47-32 road

Pinson Valley seniors Joshua Williams (5) and JoJo James (4) look on during a home game on Jan. 7, 2021. Photo by Erik Harris

By Erik Harris, sports editor

PINSON — Pinson Valley senior Joshua Williams on Monday was named the Birmingham Area Athlete of the Week. The honor is presented weekly by AHSAA Radio Network.

Williams, a starter in the Indians’ backcourt, played a major role for head coach Dar-

rell Barber as the team notched wins over Gardendale, Center Point and Greenville last week.

The 6-foot-3 senior poured in 25 points and dished out four assists on Saturday in a 73-41 victory over Greenville.

He also provided 10 points on Friday in a 75-55 road win over Center Point, and went for 18 points in an 81-57 area win on Tuesday at Gardendale.

Pinson Valley (13-2, 3-0) checked in at No. 2 in the latest Alabama Sports Writers Association Class 6A poll.

The Tribe hopes to stay hot on Monday against No. 3 Shades Valley in the MLK Roundball Classic at Fairfield.

Hewitt-Trussville senior Amiya Payne accepted the group's Female Athlete of the Week award back in December.

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win over Gadsden City last Friday night. The Class 7A, Area 6 victory improves the No. 3 Huskies to 19-2 overall, including a 2-1 mark in league play.

The Hewitt-Trussville boys lost last Friday night at Gadsden City 56-54, dropping them to 0-3 in Class 7A, Area 6 play.

The Clay-Chalkville girls slid to 1-1 in Class 6A, Area 12 play last Friday night following a 55-49 home loss to No. 8 Mortimer Jordan. The Cougars were led offensively by Cheyenne Pearson and Vonquice Wilson who scored 15 and 12 points, respectively.

Mortimer Jordan guard Sarah Kanaday led all scores with 24 points and point guard Jaylen Pleasant added 12 for the visitors.

The Clay-Chalkville boys captured a Class 6A, Area 12 win over Mortimer Jordan last Friday night. The Cougars (114, 1-1) ran away with a 59-26 home win thanks to a great defensive plan and a 16-point ef-

fort from Donovan Shangase.

Skyler Smith finished with 11 points for Clay-Chalkville.

The Moody boys edged St. Clair County 49-47 last Friday night, and will turn around to visit the Saints on Monday night in Class 5A, Area 11 play.

The Pinson Valley boys went on the road Friday night for a 75-55 win over Class 5A No. 4 Center Point. The second-ranked Indians (132, 3-0) had another big night from point guard JoJo James who finished with 24 points, six steals and four assists.

Terry Coner helped out with 12 points to go with 10 more from Joshua Williams.

Williams stayed hot on Saturday in a 73-41 victory over Greenville at Huffman High School. The senior put up 25 points and four assists for head coach Darrell Barber. James followed with 11 points and five rebounds to go with a 10-point, six-rebound night from Moe Calloway on Saturday.

Townsend, Collins lead Hewitt to indoor sweep at CrossPlex

By Erik Harris, sports editor

BIRMINGHAM — The Hewitt-Trussville indoor track and field team claimed first place in both the boys and girls meet last Wednesday in Birmingham.

Behind 10 first-place individual finishers, the Huskies stood out among an eightteam field at the Hump Day Octameet in the CrossPlex Athletic Facility.

Hewitt-Trussville senior Lea Townsend won the shot put event with a winning throw of 40-0.75 — just shy of her state-best throw of 40-4 at the Holiday Invitational in

December.

Joining the Huskies in that competitive field were Mountain Brook, Helena, Homewood, Oak Mountain, Pelham, Scottsboro and Thompson.

Fellow Hewitt senior Julian Collins won the boys long jump event with a leap of 23-6, which matches the 2020-21 AHSAA-leading distance he gave at the Magic City Invitational last month.

The Alabama signee also won the triple jump event with a 45-06 effort. Collins holds the state’s top triple jump performance of the season at 47-0.25 at the Magic City Invitational.

Other top Hewitt-Trussville finishers on Wednesday include, • Jailah Loving: first place, 60-meter dash (7.99) • Kelsey Martin: first place, 400-meter dash (58.18) • Maci Mills: second place, 400-meter dash (1:01.59) • Maci Mills: first place, 800-meter dash (2:27.12) • Jailah Loving: first place, 60-meter hurdles (9.67) • Tori Mack: second place, 60-meter hurdles (9.69) • Relay Team: first place, 4x200-meter relay (1:47.65) • Madisyn Hawkins: second place, shot put (32-7.5) • Armoni Goodwin: first place, 60-meter dash (6.93) • Julian Collins: second place, 60-meter dash (6.96) • Nathan Knox: second place, 3200-meter run (9:51.34) • Relay Team: second place, 4x200-meter relay (1:32.83) • Andrew Colburn: second place, high jump (6-0) • Jacob Copham: first place, shot put (50-3) • Syed Raza: second place, shot put (49-8.25)

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