The Trussville Tribune – January 25 - 31, 2023

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Trussville BOE receives update on superintendent search

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For The Tribune TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Board of Education received an update and the results of a special survey regarding the search for a new Trussville City Schools Superintendent Monday night.

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Upland apartment owners address concerns in heated city council meeting

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out throughout a heated City Council over the condition of a pair of apartment complexes in City Point Thursday night.

Moody Council addresses questions about landfill fire

By Nathan Prewett

For the Tribune MOODY – The Moody City Council took questions from several residents regarding the current landfill fire situation at a meeting on Monday, Jan. 23.

The meeting began with a brief address from Dr. Chris

Governor Ivey declares limited state of emergency for Moody fire, EPA takes lead on response

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ST. CLAIR COUNTY — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, on Wednesday, Jan. 18, issued a limited state of emergency to give local officials in St. Clair County all possible legal authorities for use in dealing with the ongoing Moody Environmental Landfill fire.

According to the governor’s office, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) will share details on the EPA now being able to take the operational lead on this response.

Governor Ivey issued the following comment:

“By authorizing the EPA to respond to this fire, we are ensuring it will be addressed in the fastest and safest way possible. It is imperative that this situation be solved and solved right for the sake of the folks in Moody and all people affected by this fire. I am pleased at this next step, and to ensure we are doing everything possible from the

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Irondale mayor awards Martin Luther King Jr. Service Project winners

received it because they asked us not to send it yet.”

Bateman said that the different mayors and himself had signed the letter, and it’s sitting in the county commission attorney’s attorney, James Hill’s office.

“He was asked not to send that letter yet because some major developments were happening,” Bateman said. “I’m a little aggravated that it allowed the governor’s office to say, ‘We haven’t received a letter, well, you didn’t receive a letter because you asked us not to send it.’”

state level, I am also issuing a limited state of emergency for St. Clair County to give local officials another layer of support as they deal with this fire.”

This statement follows the recent discovery this morning that Alabama Governor Kay Ivey’s Office had not received a request for help from St. Clair County or ADEM.

The St. Clair County Commission declared the Moody

environmental landfill fire an emergency situation during an emergency called meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 3, at the Pell City Courthouse. Bateman explained that they actually did write a letter requesting the governor to declare a state of emergency, among other things listed in the letter.

“We were asked by the governor’s office to hold off on sending that letter,” Bateman said. “They hadn’t

By Crystal McGough Associate Editor IRONDALE – Mayor James D. Stewart Jr. awarded four winners of Irondale’s Martin Luther King Jr. Public Service Project contest at the city council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023. Stew-

Trussville Mayor Buddy Choat gave an update on the Moody Environmental Landfill fire during the Jan. 10 council meeting.

“The St. Clair County Commission met in Ashville, and obviously, they’ve received several different bids from companies around the country that have handled this kind of fire before,” Choat said during the meeting.

Pinson City Council approves monument sign for Pinson Public Library

By Crystal McGough Associate Editor PINSON – Pinson Public Library Director

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and Library Board Chairperson Mary Stewart presented two proposals for new signage at the library to the City Council on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023.

Scanlan received quotes for both a large monument sign and a smaller directional sign from two companies, Reliable Sign Services and Signage.

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mit acquisition ($250), permit cost ($100), and delivery and installation ($1,080).

“We’ve talked about this a lot over the last couple of years,” Cochran said. “There is a need for this sign, obviously, so I’m ready to move forward.”

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While the council was in agreement to purchase the monument sign from Reliable Sign Services, Cochran said that he would like to get more design ideas for the directional sign.

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“I have given you guys the two designs that we have from the two different companies and the information and price involved,” Scanlan said. “As far as the library board’s concerned, I’m not sure there was exactly a favorite design. I, personally, like one of them better than the other. I like the sign from Signage the best and that’s the one that my staff seems to like, as well. It’s also open to additional changes, so that doesn’t have to necessarily be the final de-

sign for either of those. This is just kind of where we are so far.”

base of whichever sign the council chooses will be rocklike, to match the building.

Councilor Robbie Roberts made a motion to approve the funds for the Reliable Sign Services monument sign, and the motion was unanimously approved.

Scanlan added that Reliable Sign Services took a picture of the rock facing on the Rock School Complex and added that into their design. While Signage did not do that, Scanlan said that the

Mayor Joe Cochran said that he preferred the design from Reliable Sign Services, which was quoted at $19,965. The monument sign quote from Signage was $17,583, plus separate charges for per-

The council held a discussion about changing the date of Pinson CityFest, which normally takes place on the first Saturday in May. Councilor Roberts made a motion to schedule the event for April 29, 2023, with a budget of $15,000.

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Miss Trussville Abbie Stockard brings awareness to Cystic Fibrosis through ‘Be The Change’ Social Impact Initiative

From The Tribune staff reports TRUSSVILLE – On Oct. 22. 2022, Auburn University sophomore Abbie Stockard was crowned Miss Trussville 2023. Now, Stockard is reaching out to the community to drive awareness for her Social Impact Initiative, “Be The Change – Find A Cure: Cystic Fibrosis Awareness.”

“As you may or may not be aware, the title of Miss Trussville is a preliminary competition that leads to Miss Alabama,” Stockard said. “The Miss Alabama Organization empowers young women to make a difference and to be a change agent in the community through their Social Impact Initiative.”

Stockard is enrolled in the College of Nursing at AU, and in the summer of 2022, she placed Third Runner-Up and won the Talent Preliminary Award at Miss Alabama.

“I am even more excited to compete again as Miss Trussville,” she said. “My goal is to increase awareness and to drive fundraising in the fight against CF. I am proud to have worked with State Senator Jabo Waggoner to create a resolution designating May 26th as the statewide Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Day. I also spend significant time reading the book ‘Taking Cystic Fibrosis to School’ at elementary schools (and) teaching children to be aware and empathetic to any fellow classmates that may be suffering from this or any other disease.”

Stockard explained that Cystic Fibrosis is “a devastating disease which creates a thick mucus that clogs the lungs, pancreas, and intestines. A person suffering with CF must take a daily regime of medicine, and their life expectancy is only 44 years.

“My participation in finding a cure for CF began years before I ever dreamed of becoming Miss Alabama,” she said. “My initial exposure to CF was visiting my third-grade best friend in the hospital countless times as she struggled just to breathe. At the young age of 10, I started my journey to find a cure so that she and others can live a full life.”

One way to help in this fight, Stockard said, is by getting involved with the Great

Strides Walk, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest fundraiser. This year’s Birmingham Great Strides Walk is Saturday, May 20.

Those interested can register for any of the Walks in Alabama using the link: fightcf.cff. org/greatstrides.

Another way to help is by donating to Cystic Fibrosis at https://fightcf.cff/org/.

“Trussville is such a warm community, and I hope to bring home the Miss Alabama crown as an honor to the City!” Stockard said. “Please follow my journey on social media and look for upcoming events and ways to book me for your next event.”

Look for Abbie Stockard, Miss Trussville, on social media @abbiestockard and @misstrussville2023.

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“My understanding is they’re going to make a decision on what they’re going to recommend to send to Montgomery. At that point, ADEM will take over if they accept this particular bid.”

Choat explained that Hill said that all the received bids estimated the whole process would take about 30 days to clean up the whole landfill.

“So that’s encouraging,” Choat said during the meeting. “We’re trying to keep abreast with what’s going on; it’s been a long process since it started and ended up in the Commission’s lap. They’ve gotten to a point now where they’ve accepted these RFPs, and are going to Montgomery with it by the end of the week, is what I understand.”

The fire has been burning for over two months and has left many residents frustrated with the lack of solutions.

The ADEM released the following statement:

“At the request of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will lead the effort to put out the underground fire at a privately operated vegetative waste disposal site near Moody in St. Clair County, ADEM announced today.

“ADEM began collaborating early on with the EPA, the St. Clair County Commission and other local and state authorities about the appropriate course of action to take to extinguish the fire and eliminate the smoke that has raised concerns among area residents. The EPA will determine the most appropriate method to extinguish the fire, hire a contractor from its list of qualified vendors to per-

form the work, and oversee the process.

“Neither ADEM nor the county has the experience or expertise to put out a fire of this nature,” ADEM Director Lance LeFleur said. “The EPA utilizes contractors with experience and knowledge to do this type of work. ADEM and state and local officials have concluded the most effective and safe way to extinguish the fire is for the EPA to lead the effort, and we have entered into an arrangement with the EPA to make that happen.”

“From the beginning of the fire, ADEM has made extinguishing it a top priority. But the underground fire poses extreme hazards to firefighters and other responders due to the risks of cave-ins and flare-ups, and the volume of vegetative matter that has been buried at the site over the years. ADEM has no staff or vendors it works with that can handle this type of fire.

“However, LeFleur said ADEM has taken numerous steps to assist local leaders, including putting the St. Clair County Commission in contact with companies with experience in putting out underground fires.

“St. Clair County officials, who have been evaluating proposals from the companies, agreed this week that turning over the lead for extinguishing the fire to the EPA is the best option given its experience resolving these types of issues.

“We stand ready to assist the EPA in whatever manner we can,” County Commission President Stan Batemon said. “The most important thing is putting the fire out as fast as possible and bringing relief to residents in communities being affected by the smoke. The county is limited in what

it can do. The EPA is clearly in the best position with its knowhow and resources to handle the fire. We believe this is a major step forward in identifying the best solution and taking action.”

The governor’s office released the following proclamation about the limited state of emergency:

“WHEREAS, the Alabama Emergency Management Act of 1955, as amended, confers upon the Governor the power to proclaim a state of emergency when there exist certain conditions of disaster or of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the State caused by natural or man-made disasters, see Ala. Code § 31-9-8;

“WHEREAS, St. Clair County has been impacted by the existence of a smoldering underground fire on a privately operated landfill located at 1317 Annie Lee Road;

“WHEREAS, the smoke from this fire has the potential to impact the health, safety, and welfare of citizens living nearby;

“WHEREAS, the St. Clair County Commission declared the existence of emergency conditions by resolution dated January 3, 2023;

“WHEREAS, the Alabama Emergency Management Act confers upon the County Commission, upon its determination of the existence of emergency conditions, certain authority to waive procurement, contracting, purchasing, appropriation and expenditure laws, and various other emergency powers, see Ala. Code § 31-9-10(b)(5);

“WHEREAS, St. Clair County officials have publicly expressed a desire to be granted the maximum authority allowed by law to quickly undertake all necessary actions to extinguish the fire;

“WHEREAS, to the extent a declaration of a state of emergency by the Governor provides any additional authority to the County Commission and its chair under the Emergency Management Act, the Governor desires to confer such authority, see Ala. Code § 31-9-10(c); and

“WHEREAS, this event poses extraordinary conditions of disaster and of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within St. Clair County, and it is anticipated that these conditions, by reason of their magnitude, are, or are likely to be, beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of any single county, city and county, or city, and will require combined forces to combat, see Ala. Code § 31-9-3;

“NOW THEREFORE, I, Kay Ivey, Governor of the State of Alabama, pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Alabama Emergency Management Act of 1955, as amended, Ala. Code §§ 31-91 et seq., do hereby proclaim that a state of emergency exists in St. Clair County to address the fire at 1317 Annie Lee Road.

“FURTHER, pursuant to the Emergency Management Act, the chair of the St. Clair County Commission “may execute a resolution on behalf of the governing body declaring that any of the conditions described in Section 31-92(a) has occurred or is imminently likely to occur.” Ala. Code § 31-9-10(c)(1).

“FURTHER, pursuant to the Emergency Management Act, execution of such a resolution shall authorize the St. Clair County Commission to “waive procedure and formalities otherwise required by law pertaining to the performance of public work,

entering into contracts, the incurring of obligations, the employment of temporary workers, the utilization of volunteer workers, the rental of equipment, the purchase and distribution with or without compensation of supplies, materials, and facilities, and the appropriation and expenditure of public funds.” Ala. Code § 31-9-10(b)(5)a; see also id. § 31-9-10(c)(2).

“FURTHER, all persons and entities identified in Alabama Code § 31-9-16(b)including, in particular, St. Clair County and its officials, agents, contractors, and employees – are authorized and directed to take reasonable steps, in conjunction with all relevant federal, state, or local entities, to extinguish the fire and mitigate its effects, and in so doing, they shall be afforded all of the legal immunities conferred by operation of the Emergency Management Act.

See Ala. Code § 31-9-16.

“FURTHER, the citation to specific legal authorities in this emergency proclamation does not preclude St. Clair County or its officials, agents, contractors, or employees from exercising any other authority conferred upon them under the Emergency Management Act or any other provision of law.

“FURTHER, to the extent a provision in this proclamation conflicts with any provision of state law, that law is hereby suspended for the duration of this state of emergency, and this proclamation shall control.

“FURTHER, I declare that this proclamation, and all subsequent orders, laws, rules, or regulations issued pursuant hereto, shall remain in full force and effect for the duration of this state of emergency, unless rescinded or extended by proclamation.”

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identified the victim as Anterrius Hill, of Center Point. Hill was shot inside his residence at the 300 block of Oxford Acres Circle during unknown circumstances on Jan. 21, 2023, at 12:02 a.m. When deputies arrived, they found the 12-year-old suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound.

“Deputies attempted life-saving measures, and the child was transported to Children’s Hospital, but medical personnel were unable to revive him,” Sgt. Joni Money said.

12-year-old boy dies from gunshot in Center Point

On Monday, Jan. 23, Money released the following statement:

“The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is continuing their investigation into the death of 12-year-old Anterrius Hill. On Friday, January 21, 2023, Anterrius was the victim of a gunshot wound that proved to be fatal. We are speaking with multiple witnesses, including another male juvenile who was thought to be present at the time of the shooting.

“The death of a child is always so difficult to understand. At this time, we believe it is prudent to remind all gun owners to secure your weapons in a safe location, away from children, those who may act recklessly with a weapon or individuals who may use it to commit a crime.”

“The staff has looked into dates,” he said. “We have been doing it the first Saturday in May but that conflicts with some other festivals that are going on nearby, so we feel like we’ll be able to get more participation. Better yet, we’ll be able to secure even some more fun rides for the kids and more food vendors and other vendors, which (are) pretty popular. This is the portion we can control. We may not be able to control the weather – who knows what might happen that weekend – but let’s hope it’s beautiful.”

Roberts’ motion passed unanimously, and Councilor Glenda Kirkland asked anyone who owns a food truck business to contact city hall.

Councilor Brad Walker made a motion to provide a monetary supplement for PVHS Band Director Keith Brandenburg and Basketball Coach Darrell Barber.

“Both of these gentlemen have, in my opinion, done an exemplary job at the high school,” Walker said. “Mr. Brandenburg has consistently grown the band over the last few years that I have been involved with the high school and Coach Barber has a state championship with the basketball team and they are currently number one in the state and

number 43 nationally. So, I would recommend that we give each of these gentlemen a $5,000 supplement for the outstanding work they’ve done.”

The motion passed unanimously, and the rest of the council stated their appreciation and support of Brandenburg and Barber.

“I think both gentlemen are very deserving in how they pour into our kids and the difference they make in our community,” Mayor Cochran said. “I’m glad we’re able to do that.”

Additionally, Walker said that the basketball team has a cumulative GPA of 3.4.

“I think that people need to understand that not only is the basketball team very successful on the court, the band is very successful in their performances, but both these gentlemen are excellent educators,” Councilor Roberts said. “They also have a lot of impact among a lot of the students up there outside the classroom, which lends to a learning environment for all the students, including those that may not be on the basketball team or even in the band.”

The next meeting of the Pinson City Council will be Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Pinson City Hall.

A pre-council work session will be held at 6:15 p.m., followed by the regular 7 p.m. council meeting.

ard had proposed this idea to encourage citizens of Irondale to get out and serve their community in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Everybody’s very familiar with Dr. Martin Luther King,” Stewart said. “If it wasn’t for Dr. King, I probably wouldn’t be in this spot right now as the mayor for the city of Irondale, so I really pay homage to him for all the things that he’s done to be able to help us be able to have the right to vote, as well as to be able to have equal accommodations just like everybody else in America. What we decided to do is to celebrate his holiday because he was a man of action, and he was an individual who believed in service.”

On Jan. 3, the council approved public funds from the mayor’s 2022-23 FY Discretionary Fund to be used for the contest, and each of the winners received a $1,000 check from the city of Irondale to put toward their project.

The winning projects were 5-S Project: Seniors Serving Seniors Sick and Shut-in; Wildflower and Butterfly Garden at “The Bend” on 1st Avenue; ARC Landscapes LLC, redoing the stone bricks on 20th Street; and Operation 911 Address Plates for the Holiday Gardens neighborhood.

“On behalf of the group, the 5-S project, we want to thank

Irondale City Council, the Foundation, and the mayor for accepting our proposal,” Carol Dangerfield said. “We hope to spread joy to some of the seniors that are sick and shut in.”

As for the Operation 911 Address Plates, Mayor Stewart explained that this idea was originally formulated by the fire department in order to make house addresses more visible to first responders.

“Mr. Claude Perry kind of took it upon himself to be able to provide reflection plates in Holiday Gardens,” Stewarts said. “So when the fire department or the police department is called out to an address, if you don’t have your address on your box … it’s kind of difficult for them to be able to figure out who it is. Also, at night, if it’s not reflective, then they still have a very difficult time.”

Perry teamed up with Irondale Fire Department’s Lt. Brasher to make this idea a reality.

“We hope that this project will be vital to the community,” Perry said. “We hope to implement this program as soon as possible. If you’re not from the Holiday Gardens area, please consider doing the same thing we’ve done because 911 is an emergency.”

Additionally, Stewart said that during the next week, the city will be collecting donations of toiletries, tarps, and gift cards to places like Walmart, Home Depot and Lowes to serve the tornado victims in

Selma, Alabama. “Even if you wanted to bring a sheet of plywood, we’ll take that, as well,” he said. “But those were some of the things that they were asking for; those are some of the things that they really need to be able to make it through this time.”

The city will accept donations through Jan. 24, and Stewart plans to take those items to Selma on behalf of the city of Irondale.

The city council held three public hearings concerning zoning changes at the following addresses: 601 St. Patrick Circle, 5238 Amber Hills Road and 5370 Grantswood Road.

After more than an hour and a half of comments from the public, both for and against these zoning changes, the council put them to a vote under “New Business.”

Ordinance 2023-02, to rezone the property located at 601 St. Patrick Circle from a C-1 Commercial District to an Inst-2 Institutional District failed to pass unanimous consent for consideration. This item can be reconsidered at a future meeting.

Ordinance 2023-03, to rezone the property located at 5238 Amber Hills Road from an R-2 Residential District to an I-1 Light Industrial District also failed to pass unanimous consent for consideration. This item can also be reconsidered at a future meeting.

Ordinance 2023-04, to rezone the property located at

5370 Grantswood Road from an O Office District to a C-1 Commercial District passed unanimous consent and was adopted.

The council also approved the following:

• Ordinance 2023-05 Chapter 4, Buildings and Building Regulations, Article 1. – In General, Sec. 4-11 entitled “Masonry required on structures in certain zoning districts” is amended to clarify Ordinance 2007-18 adopted by the City

• Resolution 2023-R-09, approving public events for 2023 (Councilor Cindy Cuellar abstained)

Mayor Stewart informed the public of some upcoming events, including a meeting at city hall on Jan. 26, at 6 p.m., to take suggestions from the community about things they would like to see at the new library. There will not be discussions about the location of the new library at this meeting, as it is only to address what amenities people would like to be considered.

Additionally, the city will be hosting a community event called “Irondale: We Got Game” at the Irondale Civic Center (formerly the Zamora Temple), where people can come out to enjoy a wide variety of card and board games.

The next regular meeting of the Irondale City Council will be Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, at Irondale City Hall, beginning at 6 p.m.

Leeds

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vious one was canceled due to weather.

“You are exemplary officers working for the city of Leeds and I am thankful for you and everything you do each day,” Police Chief Paul Irwin told the officers. Irwin then talked about each officer and presented them with awards. The first was Jake Turnbloom, a patrol officer who took part in what Irwin believed to be the largest seizure of marijuana in the state.

The second was Harley Hamer, a native of Leeds, followed by Clayton Cato, an “asset” to the city’s SWAT team, said Irwin. The fourth was Brian Parsons, who Irwin

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In a work session held prior to the start of the Trussville BOE regular meeting, Dr. Michael Barber presented the findings of the Alabama Association of School Boards report on Superintendent Search Community Impact.

The report contained the results of a comprehensive survey of community stakeholders – mostly parents and school system employees – gauging opinions on the qualities and experience desired in the next superintendent as well as the primary challenges currently facing the school system.

Barber, a retired educator who most recently served as the superintendent of the Pell City School System, is heading the search committee for the next Trussville superintendent.

The findings, Barber said, indicate that the community, regardless of their stage in life, are, for the most part, on the same page regarding the direction of the superintendent search and the direction of the school system.

For instance, 52% of par-

commended for his guidance of newly hired officers. Afterward, the council voted to go into executive session. City Attorney Scott Barnett cited Section 36-25A-7 of the Alabama code concerning reputation as the reason for entering the session. The council returned after almost two hours to a mix of cheering and booing from the audience.

They passed their agenda items and tabled again a report by city attorneys on the transactions brought up in past meetings by Councilman Eric Turner regarding payments made to Barnes and Barnes in 2019 and 2020.

When the floor was open to public comments, the first to speak was Austin Creel, owner of Sweet Home Spirits. At the last meeting, the council

ents and students and 51% of school system employees believe the school board should find a candidate with the same overall approach to education as the previous administration, but who can make some necessary changes. Additionally, accountability was the top key quality all survey respondents believe is important in new leadership, followed by student-focused, and leadership ability.

Furthermore, Barber said, meetings and discussions with community stakeholders have shown that parents, students, and teachers all want to see the system improve despite its reputation as one of the top school systems in the state.

“Let me tell you a common thing we had in all of our meetings: It wasn’t ‘Look at us, we’re number three academically in the state,’” Barber said. “It was ‘Don’t look at that because that’s not where we want to be and that’s not where we want to stay.’”

The survey included several recurring themes, such as an increased focus on special education, teacher recruitment and retention, and the

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was set to consider his request for a liquor manufacturing license, but this was opposed by Irwin. The council then decided to table the matter.

Creel spoke to ask about approving the license, to which Irwin replied that he still opposed it but did not elaborate on his reasons why. Since this was not on the agenda as an item, the council did not vote, but Miller said it would be further looked into.

Creel was followed by Albert Daw, who urged the council to establish a cooling and warming station for those in need during extreme weather, citing the recent arctic freeze that caused temperatures to plummet during the Christmas holiday.

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During the meeting, members of the council, a resident of the Upland Apartment complex, and members of Capstone Realty & Management, the owners of both the Upland and Southwind Apartment complexes, sparred over the alleged deplorable living conditions of Upland.

Natasha Turner, who, along with her daughter, lives in a separate apartment in the Upland Apartment complex, spoke to the council about the current conditions in the complex, especially in the ground floor units.

Turner lives on the top floor, while her daughter, who was unable to attend the city council meeting due to her work schedule, lives on the bottom floor, which Turner says shouldn’t be occupied by anyone.

Turner’s account piggybacked on the comments from another resident, Kimberly Berry, during the last city council meeting on Jan. 5, detailing such problems as lack of heat in some units during the record cold snap in December, rat infestations, and lack of trash removal for months at a time.

opinion that academics and athletics should not compete with each other.

Barber went on to add that the committee currently has close to 20 applicants for the position, but expects more candidates to emerge prior to the application deadline in early February.

“What stuck out to me is everyone wants the same thing,” said Board of Education President Kathy Brown. “We have high expectations. … We’re a high-performing school system and I’m very pleased with all of the comments and suggestions, and where the process stands. It’s a lot to work through.”

“In my opinion, and I still live upstairs, those apartments need to be condemned,” Turner said. “The need to be demolished. It’s uninhabitable.”

Turner added that there has been no maintenance or security at the complex since at least December 2022 and that moving out of the apartment building is complicated since she says there is no staff in the office to verify the rent payment history of the current residents.

“They can’t move into another apartment because there’s no one for us to call,” Turner said. “I don’t know what the guy who owns it came over here and told y’all, but I promise you he’s lying.”

Joining the meeting via Zoom from their offices in

New Jersey, Capstone Realty & Management founders Sammy Soro and Jerome Menchel defended the steps they’ve taken to improve the buildings since purchasing the properties in mid-2022.

“I’m sure you guys are well aware that the property was in a lot worse condition six months ago,” Soro said. “We came with a plan, which was an 18-month plan, and I think any reasonable would agree that to turn around such as heavily distressed property is not something that happens overnight.”

Soro highlighted the work his subcontractors have undertaken since purchasing the Southwind and Upland properties, including repairing dilapidated balconies and porches, cleaning out vacant units, exterior painting, and other improvements. However, Soro said they have also had to deal with squatters and with residents who, he said, haven’t paid their rent in many months.

“The issue that we are running into is there are 25 tenants there; maybe five pay their rent,” Soro said.

He added that the previous owner promised Capstone that the property would be unoccupied by the time Capstone took over as owner.

“The property he’s speaking of is Southwind. He’s not talking about where we live,” Turner said.

She continued telling the council that neither she nor any residents she has interacted with have been presented with leases from Capstone.

Soro volleyed back, claiming that the company did reach out to every tenant on record by email, “begging” them to come into the office to sign a new lease, but no one has done so at this time.

“I could spend my time arguing. The point is we’re not asking anybody to stay there,” Soro said. “The fact is we have begged them to resign the lease and give us their information. We can try to help

them with rental assistance.”

At this point, Turner interjected, stating that she is home most of the day and had not had anyone representing Capstone come to her apartment asking her for any information. She also rebutted Soro’s accusation that she doesn’t pay her rent. Turner told the council that she has paid her rent through December but has, so far, refused to pay her rent in January due to upkeep and maintenance issues.

Turner added that her husband, who owns a landscape business, often comes home and cleans up around the property. Later, Soro claimed that has no record of Turner or her daughter being legitimate renters and accused Turner of delivering targeting Capstone. “I don’t know if she has something against us because her husband used to do maintenance, and maybe we didn’t hire him, but I would rather not get into that,” Soro said.

At this point, Council President D.M. Collins broke in, admonishing Soro for attempting to brush off the living conditions of the Upland apartment complex by focusing on the credibility of Turner and other outspoken residents.

“I advise you not to defend the conditions that they are living in; I don’t think that would be in your best interest,” Collins said. “I feel like that’s what I’m hearing, and that’s not OK.”

Center Point Mayor Bobby Scott said that while Soro and the Capstone team have been responsive in the past, including spending close to $700 fixing some of the issues brought up at the last council meeting, he believes the issues raised Thursday night could have been handled better.

“I think it was a misstep to accuse all tenants of that complex of being bad,” Scott said. “However, they have been very responsive up to this point, but I can understand why they would be on the defensive.”

Dr Michael Barber going over the results of the survey.

(Photo by Loyd McIntosh)

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Walters, principal at Moody High School. He expressed his thanks to the council for their support for the schools and presented them with a framed picture of the first football game played at the renovated Bill Morris Stadium.

“I know that there’s a lot of great things at the high school and all our schools right now,” said Mayor Joe Lee. “We’re happy to be part of it.”

Springville

During the work session, the council clarified the voting procedures for filling the seat vacated by the death of Wayne Tucker in December.

The council heard from three of the four applicants for the vacant seat during the regular session, which began at 6 p.m. The four candidates who applied for the position were Alec Bosworth, Joe Cox, Austin Phillips and Ted Schwartz.

After hearing from the applicants, the council decided to vote on each candidate as instructed by the city attorney’s suggestion to nominate each candidate individually and vote until one receives a majority.

Austin Phillips won with a 4-2 vote. Bosworth did not get a second nomination to proceed to a vote and Cox reached a vote that ended in a tie.

During his interview with the council, Phillips spoke enthusiastically about his love for Springville and his goals for the seat, which include running for it again in the next general election.

“I am a lifelong citizen and I am a younger citizen,” said Phillips. “I see the growth we’ve incurred, and I see the direction that we’re going and I realize we’re in difficult times in our community.

“Growth is something that, whether you want it or not, it’s going to happen. As a council, it would be in our best interest as a town to try to curb that growth in such a way that it doesn’t overrun our school, that it doesn’t tear up our roads and infrastructure.

“I remember what Springville was. I know what Springville is now and I know what Springville could be. My interest is in the future. I don’t want to see Springville overrun with crime or outrageous amounts of traffic. I want to see us be able to bring people in that are going to be involved; people who are put their best effort into making our town better.”

Phillips is a graduate of Springville High School and Auburn University. He is the owner of EnviroSpray, a lawn care and pest control company. He currently serves on the board for the Parks and Recreation department.

Afterwards the council passed the items on the agenda, including an agreement with St. Clair County to establish an entertainment center. The agreement was for the county to deliver 75% of the tax revenue to the city once the center is in operation.

The developer will build a 60,000 square foot center housing a bowling alley and a trampoline park, as well as food-related establishments and others that can be included in the future.

The floor was then turned over a resident who signed up to speak, this being Katie Sheehan, who thanked the council for their response to the ongoing landfill fire in St. Clair County. She asked if there were plans for the landfill after the fire was resolved.

The fire has prompted the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to step in to deal with the situation. City Attorney James Hill, who also represents the St. Clair

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Alabama Program that will be held in Montgomery at Frazer United Methodist Church on Jan. 20-21, 2023.

Anne Stewart Rogers, the Distinguished Young Woman of Jefferson County for 2023, is a senior at Hewitt-Trussville High School. She was

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County Commission, was present.

“The landfill’s actually in St. Clair County,” Lee said.

“It adjoins property owners that are in the city of Moody, and it would be my recommendation to the county, if they have the power, never to open it. Us as mayor and council members supports the county commission and their effort to do what’s been done out there.”

Afterwards several others spoke up. Carol Watson spoke at length and asked what the community and the city can do to support those who have

chosen to represent Jefferson County in July and has been hard at work preparing for the upcoming State Program. She wishes to thank the Jefferson County DYW Committee Chair, Board of Directors, volunteers, and her fellow county participants and now biggest support squad for their encouragement.

High School senior girls from across Alabama will join together in Montgomery for the Distinguished Young Women of Alabama program to be held at Frazer United Methodist Church. The girls will arrive in Montgomery and will stay with host families around the Montgomery River Region. While there, they will be visiting various groups and community venues, all while preparing for the program.

Participants will compete for $32,000 in cash scholarships and over $2 million in college-granted scholarships, as well as have the opportunity to represent the state as the Distinguished Young Woman of Alabama.

The young women competing will be evaluated by a panel of five judges in the following categories: Scholastics (25%), Interview (25%), Fitness (15%), Self-Expression (15%), and Talent (20%). The participant selected as the Distinguished Young Woman of Alabama will advance to the National level at

been affected by the smoke from the fire. She described the condition of the air in the area and its effect on people, saying “this was bad.”

“I know everybody wants to be a part of solving this problem that’s out there,” Lee said, noting that the city and the commission have been working tirelessly with the fire department to keep abreast of the situation.

Another resident, Dixie Knight, brought up the elderly and the health effects that have been caused.

It was recommended that citizens see the EPA’s website

on the fire, which is updated daily with reports. That link can be found here.

Hill said that the city may be able to apply for FEMA grants to help alleviate the issues that the fire has caused so far. He suggested that the EPA may be able to direct the city on what else can be done.

Lee said that an effort to donate items to those that need it could be organized.

“We have the same concerns you do,” Lee said. “We’ve voiced those to our county commission and they’re voicing them to the governor and ADEM and the EPA.”

the 66th Distinguished Young Women National Finals in Mobile, Alabama, in June of 2023, where she will join 49 other state representatives in competing for cash scholarships and the opportunity to represent the program as the Distinguished Young Woman of America.

Founded in 1958, Distinguished Young Women is the largest and oldest national scholarship program for high school girls. It has provided life-changing experiences for more than 775,000 young women across the country and more than $112 million in cash scholarships at the local, state, and national levels. In

addition to cash scholarships, Distinguished Young Women participants are eligible for college-granted scholarships from over 100 colleges and universities. More than $1 billion in college scholarship opportunities were provided last year, some of which included full tuition, room, and board to first-class institutions.

For more information about the National Distinguished Young Women Program, contact Tara Principe, National Communications Director, at 251-438-3621, tara@DistinguishedYW. org, or visit www.DistinguishedYW.org.

• Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy.

• Secured facility, which means your love one is safe.

• Activity Programs to keep your loved one active.

Anne Stewart Rogers (Photo courtesy of Becky Rogers)

Moody High School Principal Chris Walters (left) presents a gift to Mayor Joe Lee and the Moody City Council. (Photo credit: Nathan Prewett)

New Springville Council member Austin Phillips and wife Kerry are shown with their two children.

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Homeschool Hangout: Greater Birmingham

Humane Society

January 25 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Pinson Public Library (RSMC), 4509 Pinson Boulevard Pinson, AL 35126 United States

Pinson, AL 35126 United States

Tennessee River & spending time with friends. Most days he & his dog can be found on their boat, “Lady J”.

2023 Alabama Wedding Showcase

January 29 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Trussville Civic Center, 5381 Trussville-Clay Road Trussville, AL 35173 United States

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Join us for a community gathering of homeschool students on Wednesday, January 25th at 1 PM. Our January presenter will be the Greater Birmingham Humane Society! Learn more about what GBHS does & how you can help them too.

We’ll also talk about different animal-centered careers, pet safety, overpopulation, & the Pets are People Too initiative. Homeschool Hangout is a monthly event for homeschool students to learn together, meet new friends, & use resources available at our library.

Children’s Storytime

Thursday, January 26: 10:30am - 11:30am

Trussville - LBK Auditorium

Age group: early learners (birth - pre-k)

Event type: storytime, children’s program

(All ages) Join us for Storytime for Growin’ Beans with Ms. Allison on Friday, January 27th at 10 AM. Our theme is friendship! We’ll read books, have fun, do a craft, & have a snack. Storytime is designed for pre-K children, but all ages are welcome.

Anime & Unwind

January 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Pinson Public Library (RSMC), 4509 Pinson Boulevard Pinson, AL 35126 United States

The first annual Alabama Wedding Showcase presented by The Trussville Tribune, sponsored by Shirley’s Florist, will take place on January 29th at the Trussville Civic Center. We will have dozens of vendors for all your engagement, wedding, and honeymoon needs.

American Girl Club

Monday, January 30: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Trussville - LBK Auditorium

Age group: tween (3rd-6th) elementary (k-5th) Event type: children’s program

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Join Ms. Alicia for stories, songs, bubble time, and lots of fun! The event will be held in the library auditorium every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. All ages. Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m.

Yarn Manglers (Knit & Crochet Group)

Thursday, January 26: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Trussville - Cahaba Room

Age group: adult (ages 18+)

Event type: drop-in, craft, adult program

(Adults)

It’s our anime club for adults! Come to the library for Anime & Unwind on Friday, January 27th at 6 PM. Enjoy Asian snacks & hang out with fellow anime enthusiasts.

Author Talk: Terry Dailey

January 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Pinson Public Library (RSMC), 4509 Pinson Boulevard Pinson, AL 35126 United States

Enjoy discussing this month’s featured American Girl, Addy (1864)! Participants will also play a themed game and make a craft together.

American Girl Club is for those who enjoy learning about history alongside the popular book series. Each month we will discuss the featured girl’s life and time period. Participants are encouraged to read a book from her series to be able to contribute to the discussion. Each meeting will also include games, a craft, and a light snack. 5K - 5th Grade Students. Registration is Required.

Anime Club

January 30 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Pinson Public Library (RSMC), 4509 Pinson Boulevard Pinson, AL 35126 United States

Knit & crochet meetup group (aka The Yarn Manglers).

Bring any projects you are working on; join us for fellowship and creativity. This is a great way to check in, catch up, see what everyone is working on, and get help if you are stuck. Please join us - newcomers are welcome!

Join our Facebook group:

YARN MANGLERS ANONYMOUS

Storytime for Growin’

Beans with Ms. Allison:

Friendship January 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Pinson Public Library (RSMC), 4509 Pinson Boulevard

(Adults)

Meet local author, Terry Dailey, at Pinson Public Library on Saturday, January 28th at 2 PM. Mr. Dailey will speak about being an author & his writing process. He is the author of three books:

The Literary World of Simple Man

A Mercenary’s Story

Revenge is Never Sweet

About Terry Dailey:

Mr. Dailey is a lifelong resident of Alabama. He has traveled extensively, especially within the United States. He has visited all 50 states, 6 countries, & 2 U.S. territories. Terry is retired & enjoys reading, writing, working in his shop, cruising the

(Teens, 6th-12th graders)

Join us for a monthly club to celebrate all things anime, manga, & Japanese culture on Monday, December 30th at 5 PM. This event is for teens only, 6th-12th graders.

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Janice Bradberry

august 1, 1941 ~ january 10, 2023 (age 81)

On Tuesday evening, January 10, 2023 our sweet precious Mom, Grandmother, Honey, and sister and beloved friend to many, slipped these surly bonds of earth and moved to her heavenly home. After a long and courageous battle with lung cancer, winning was not to be, she died peacefully surrounded by love.

Our hearts are broken but we take comfort in knowing she is in the hands of God and reunited with loved ones who have gone before, and knowing that someday we will be reunited with her and other loved ones in heaven. Those who have gone before her are sons, Roger Bradberry, Arthur Giambrone Jr., and Steve Bradberry. Grandson, Blake Bradberry, parents, Holt and Vivian Richey, and brother, Tim Richey. She was loved and adored by her survivors; sons, Rick Bradberry (Heather), Fultondale, AL, Jeff Bradberry (Cassandra), Houston, Texas. Sister, Linda Patton (Frank) ,Morris, AL. Grandchildren, Krista Bradberry, Ricky Bradberry, Marshall Bradberry, Brianna Bradberry, Don Bradberry. Grandchildren in love, Hannah Baker, Keegan Hoagland, and Justin Fitzgerald. Great grandchildren, Tripp Smith, Kason Vaughn, Dax Bradberry, Hadleigh Bradberry, and great grandson in love, Darren Dickinson, as well as many nephews and nieces and friends to whom she was very special. She was known as "Grandmother" and "Honey" to so many who loved her and grew up with her grandchildren.

Janice had a kind and loving heart and showered her family and friends with love and devotion. She was always available to listen to any problem and offer help when needed. She was a person that you could share any personal information or secret with her and know it was locked in the vault, never to be disclosed. If anyone had a question for her, she had an answer or would always seem to be able to find an answer for them. She was a friend to so many who loved her.

She had lengthy career in the accounting field and retired from Hoar Construction Company. After retirement, she continued to work with her son, Rick, at his business, Bradberry Glass and Trim, and also preparing income tax returns.

When we lose a loved one, we cling to our special memories. It's the unforgettable moments that touch and shape us into who we are today. We have so many precious memories of this incredible woman that we will carry in our hearts forever. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die".

The family wishes to extend our deepest gratitude for the loving care she received from Hope Hospice, especially her nurse, our angel, Pam Love, also LaToya, and Janice's dear friend Julia Nelms.

The family will receive guests for visitation at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Trussville, Alabama on Saturday, January 14, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Celebration of Life Service will be on Sunday, January 15th , 12:00 PM Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, burial to follow immediately in Jefferson Memorial Gardens.

Pamela Hodges Pratt

june 28, 1951 ~ january 11, 2023

(age 71)

On January 11,2022 Pam Hodges Pratt loving wife, mother, and grandmother went to be with her lord. Pam was born in Birmingham, Alabama on June 28,1951 to Julia Frost Hodges and Sam Houston Hodges. She is survived by her loving husband Dawson, son Erick Pratt (Tammy) of Decatur ,daughter Kimball Cassady of Trussville ,grandsons Brooks Walker Pratt ,and Rucker Hooks Cassady . She was preceded in death by her parents , sister Joy Schoetllin, and brother John Clark. She attended West End High School in Birmingham and Jacksonville State University .She loved her time and friends at West End where she was Student Body Secretary and varsity cheerleader. Pam was a member of Beverly Methodist Church in West End and when her family moved to Trussville became a member of Trussville United Methodist Church which she loved very much. Services will be on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 2 PM at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be an hour prior to services. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens East. Rev. Steven Strange will be officiating over the services.

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Demarius Ann Evans

march 1, 1938 ~ january 10, 2023

(age 84)

Demarius Ann (Foster) Evans, 84, passed away on January 10, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband Bob Evans. Father Bruce Irwin and mother Cora Boyle Irwin. Sisters Linda Murray and Anita LaGrue. Sons William (Billy) Foster and Chris Foster. She is survived by her sons Barry Chase Foster (Lorraine), Kevin Foster, and her daughter Melanie Jones (Mike). Grandchildren Brandon Jones, Lauren Jones, Jessica Foster Robert, Tyler Meeks (Caitlyn), Savannah Foster, and Sophia Foster. Great Grandchildren Riley Grace Jones, Hudson Jones, Emma Robert and Mackenzie Meeks. Siblings Prissy McCain, D. Bruce Irwin, and LilaTalley. Several nieces and nephews.

Dee was born in Atmore Alabama and was one of 6 children. She received her Associates Degree in Nursing from Jefferson State Junior College in 1976. She worked for UAB Eye Foundation, UAB Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, and Medical Center Services will be on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 10 AM at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be an prior to services. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens East. Rev. Tim Evans will be officiating over the services.

Doris Elizabeth Holt Dorman

june 24, 1937 ~ january 14, 2023

(age 85)

Doris Holt Dorman, age 85, a native of Bradford, AL and resident of Warrior, AL passed away on January 14, 2023. She was a graduate of Mortimer Jordan High School class of 1957 and she attended Wallace State. She was a member of Masseyline Church of God. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas, and Lula Belle Holt; her loving husband, Buren S. Dorman and a grandson, Timothy DeLawder, and a brother, Tommie L. Holt.

She is survived by her daughter, Belinda F. Baker; a granddaughter, Jewel N. DeLawder; two great grandchildren, Timothy and Kinsley; a granddaughter-in-law, Brittany DeLawder; two sisters, Billy Sue Layne and Patricia A. Linder.

A visitation for friends and family will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, AL on Wednesday, January 18th from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A funeral for Mrs. Dorman will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, January 19th at 12:00 p.m. with burial immediately following at Jefferson Memorial’s adjoining gardens.

Pastor Warren Wilson and Pastor Bennie Johnson will both be presiding over the service.

James Dale Robison

december 10, 1949 ~ january 14, 2023

(age 73)

James “Dale” Robison, age 73, entered heaven on January 14th, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. He was born on December 10th, 1949 to James Bradford Robison and Opal Elizabeth Wear Robison. He grew up in the heart of Clay, Alabama surrounded by a host of cousins and special friends that were with him throughout his entire life.

He loved his Lord and Savior and made a habit of praying for everyone he met or had a request. He was an avid sports fan, especially Auburn football. He was always up for a good “War Eagle”. He never met a stranger. Within minutes of meeting someone he knew, he could always find a connection to you, whether it be to your hometown, your family, or even some random fact and he would never forget you from that moment. He loved food and always seemed to be where the good food was. He loved big. He loved everyone and was a social butterfly. He loved history and especially his family and the city of Clay history. He could tell you easily about the entire family tree lineage going back several generations. He was an animal lover since youth when he had horses and had numerous pets and animal friends. He will surely be missed by his special dog neighbor, Buddy who visited with him almost daily.

During his life he worked as a land surveyor, at Sullivan Lumber, and as a security guard at NCP. He is survived by his daughter Suzanne (Rusty) Ellis, grandsons Mason and Josh Ellis, Nieces and Nephews: Dennis Robison, Dawn Martin, Jill (Scott) West, Teresa Moore and a host of cousins and lifelong special friends. He is preceded in death by his parents: James “Jim” and Opal Robison, brother: Gary Robison, sister: Teresa “June” Hendricks, and nephew: David Robison.

Pashe Bonner Tidwell

december 2, 1923 ~ january 14, 2023

(age 99)

Mrs. Pashe Irene Tidwell, age ninety-nine, entered the gates of Heaven on January 14th, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Tidwell was born December 2nd, 1923 to the late Frank and Hattie Bonner in Brilliant, Alabama. She married the love of her life, Pharis U. Tidwell in 1945 and together they resided in Pinson, Alabama for over fifty years, where they raised their one and only daughter, Shirlee, who lovingly cared for her for the last years of her life. Pashe enjoyed a career with the Pinson and Center Point School Systems for over thirty years before retiring. She was a Godly woman who loved the Lord and her family with all of her heart. Regardless of circumstance, she always put the love for her family first and her presence with be greatly missed.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Tidwell was preceded in death by her husband, Pharis, as well as several brothers and sisters.

Mrs. Tidwell is survived by her daughter; Shirlee Flanagan (James), two grandchildren; Kelly Faciane (Sean) and Kevin Flanagan, four great-grandchildren; Jayden Martin, Maddie Henderson, Lexie Henderson, and Livie Henderson, and one sister; Fay Crain.

The family will receive friends at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home from 9:00 until 10:00 AM on Friday, January 20th with a graveside service beginning at 10:00 AM at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville, Alabama

Albert Lewis Haynie

february 4, 1935 ~ january 15, 2023 (age 87)

Albert Lewis Haynie, age 87, of Clanton, AL passed away on January 15, 2023. He was born in Birmingham, AL. He graduated from Tarrant High School in 1953. He was a US Army veteran and was honorably discharged in 1956.

Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; a daughter, Valarie Baker; parents, Lee Roy Haynie and Ethel Biles Haynie; his siblings James Haynie, Elton Haynie, Wayne Haynie, Norma Williams.

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He is survived by his loving children, Joanna Thrash and Garry Haynie (Ellen); grandchildren, Jason Self, Julie Gann, Allen Thomas, Lindsey Sisson, Justin Haynie, Lacey Lee, and a host of great grandchildren; a son-in-law, Jeff Baker and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Hewitt Trussville’s Katherine Grigsby makes history for Husky Wrestling

By Johnny Sanders Sports Editor

TRUSSVILLE – When you think of wrestling, your mind may automatically go to professional wrestling with names like Hulk Hogan or Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson or, for those locally, Bullet Bob Armstrong. You may not think of a sophomore in high school and, even more, your mind probably doesn’t go to a female Sophomore in high school.

At Hewitt Trussville, Katherine Grigsby is changing the narrative. “I always want-

ed to join wrestling since my brother started back in 2017,” said Katherine “Kat” Grigsby.

“I was always itching to go to his practices and get out on the mat. My dad would always say no because he didn’t want me to wrestle boys.”

But that would all would change when Hewitt decided to have an all-girls wrestling team. “This year, when Hewitt announced there would be an all-girls wrestling team, I was ecstatic because my dad would have no reason to tell me no,” said Katherine. Katherine had to make some sacrifices in order to get

here though. “The decision to quit 14 years of gymnastics to join wrestling was really difficult for me, but it was the best decision I could have made.

Katherine’s father, Kevin Grigsby, along with her mother, Angela, are very proud and thankful. “Angela and I are so grateful that TCS added female wrestling this year and for the many opportunities afforded to our children here,” said Mr. Grigsby. “The support of other parents, her teammates and especially our coaching staff with Coach Pike, Coach Robo, and Coach

Ryan was overwhelming. We are thankful that they were able to help her reach this goal.” That goal? Becoming Hewitt Trussville’s first-ever female state champion. On Friday, Katherine competed in the Alabama State Championship for wrestling and came out on top, defeating Weaver’s Ali Anderson in the finals of the 114 lb weight class, capping off a 38-1 season and an undefeated weekend at 6-0.

Coach Chris Pike said, “I am proud of Kat for being a trailblazer for our school

in the fastest growing sport in the state of Alabama. I am hoping her success will translate to more young ladies coming out for wrestling.”

“Kat” admits that she was a bit anxious leading up to the match. “Going into the day of finals, I was really anxious. I didn’t want to let me team or my coaches down. This is what I’ve worked for the whole season so I wanted to put my all into this match and leave it all on the mat,” said Grigsby. “Before tournaments, I have my headphones in listen-

ing to Motley Crue, getting prepped for my match, and then it’s go-time. Once the whistle blows, I just try to be in the moment.”

Being the first to accomplish this historic feat at a school so rich in wrestling history is a challenge that Katherine Grigsby is ready to embrace. “I am just thankful I can be another state champion for the Hewitt Trussville Wrestling Team. Being a role model for all girls hoping to join the team next season and to follow what they want to do is something I am looking forward to.”

Katherine Grigsby embraces her coach, Chris Pike, after winning the first-ever female state championship for the Hewitt Trussville Huskies. (Photo by Dawn Harrison - Shelby County Reporter)

Katherine Grigsby gets the pin over Weaver’s Ali Anderson for the historic win for Hewitt Trussville girls wrestling. (Photo by Dawn Harrison – Shelby County Reporter)

Area teams compete at MLK Indoor Track Classic

By John Goolsby For the Tribune

BIRMINGHAM – HewittTrussville, Shades Valley, Clay-Chalkville, Center Point, Pinson Valley, Springville, and Moody joined 230 plus teams and over 2,000 athletes from Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi at the Birmingham CrossPlex Monday for one of the south’s biggest indoor track meets.

The CrossPlex is known as a world-class venue in the world of track and field. There are only eight tracks of its kind worldwide. The 4,000seat facility has previously hosted multiple NCAA and Conference Indoor Championships.

The 12th edition of the Martin Luther King Indoor Track Classic was again divided into a morning session and an afternoon session this year.

Results:

Girls 4×800 meter:

Hewitt-Trussville, 4th in the second session (10:09) and Springville, 10th in the second session (11:09:87)

Boys 4×800 meter:

Hewitt-Trussville, 5th in the second session (8:31:91)

Girls 60-meter hurdles:

Reah Degraffenried, Shades Valley, 1st in the second session and MLK Champion (8.87), Tori Mack, Hewitt, 2nd in the second session (8.96) and Haley Melton, Hewitt, 12th in the second session (9.74)

Boys 60-meter hurdles: Manny Cazeau, Hewitt, 7th in the second session (8.48), Tyrone Reese, Hewitt, 10th in the second session (8.74), Jaileb Ballard, Center Point, 3rd in the first session (8.90) and Demarco Allen, Center Point, 11th in the first session (9.51)

Girls 60 meters: Reah Degraffenried, Shades Valley, 2nd in the second session (7.68), Brianna Beckham, Hewitt, 4th in the second session (7.73), Alexis Anthony, Center Point, 3rd in the first session (7.89), Makiyah Davis, Pinson, 18th in the second session (8.05), Victoria Pyles, Moody, 10th in the first session (8.27) and Ramiya Taylor, Center Point, 12th in the first session (8.32)

Boys 60 meters: Jaylen Mbakwe, Clay-Chalkville, 3rd in the second session (6.88), Michael Igbonoghene, Hewitt, 4th in the second session (6.96), Nathan Thomas, Hewitt, 11th in the second session (7.09), Jadon Loving, Hewitt, 15th in the second session (7.13), Amon Lane, Moody, 5th in the first session (7.25), Jabari Collier, Center Point, 7th in the first session (7.28), Camron Bonner, Center Point, 15th in the first session (7.44) and Troy Bruce Jr., Center Point, 18th in the first session (7.48)

Girls 400 meters: Alexis Anthony, Center Point, second in the first session (58.85), Aniya Johnson, Clay-

Lady Mounties Upset Mountain Brook

By John Goolsby For the Tribune

IRONDALE – The Mountain Brook Spartans (12-7, 1-1) came into the game against Shades Valley (14-5, 1-1) as the 7th-ranked team in 6A and left with a 60-49 region loss.

Before the game, Angela Williams was honored for scoring 1,000 career points. When the evening was over, the junior had added 21 more points to her total, along with 11 rebounds and 6 steals.

ond session (1:01.11) and Libby Armstrong, Hewitt, 20th in the second session (1:01.75)

Boys 400 meters: Manny Cazeau, Hewitt, 8th in the second session (50.42), Roderick Alexander, Clay-Chalkville, 11th in the second session (51.61), and Daniel Hickman, Hewitt, 15th in the second session (51.87)

Girls 1600 meters: Callie Armstrong, Hewitt, 28th in the second session (5:51.18), Elizabeth Harris, Shades Valley, 44th in the second session (6:17.58), Claire Hutchinson, Springville, (6:24.42) and Lauren Lindsey, Shades Valley, 55th in the second session (6:33.37)

Boys 1600 meters: David Robles, Springville, 13th in the second session (4:30.75) and Wes Ellison, Hewitt, 19th in the second session (4:36.10) Girls 4×200 meters: Shades Valley, 3rd in the second session (1:45.48), Hewitt, 4th in the second session (1:46.09), Center Point, 2nd in the first session (1:47.74), Clay-Chalkville, 15th in the second session (1:50.47) and Moody, 13th in the first ses-

Mountain Brook jumped out to an 11-2 in the first five minutes of the game. The Mounties battled back and cut the lead to 13-10 at the end of the opening period.

Shades Valley turned up the intensity on both ends of the court in the second period and outscored the Spartans 15-7 to take a 25-20 lead into

the break.

Shades Valley pushed their lead to seven points early in the 3rd quarter, but the Spartans were able to cut into the lead, and junior Sarah Passink hit a three-pointer to cut the lead to one with 3:05 remaining in the period.

Mountain Brook then took a one-point lead at the 2:30 mark and extended it to three points with 1:38 remaining. The Mounties put together a run and took a 42-37 lead as the period came to a close.

Shades Valley turned up the defensive intensity and took advantage of their trips to the free throw line, and pulled away to a 60-49 victory.

Shades Valley head coach Gary Ferguson was happy with the way his girls played. “We played a complete game,” he said. “We had other people to step up and we

shot the ball a lot better from the free throw line.”

Kyliah Ravizee had 14 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals and Kiya Crayton scored 15 points to complement Williams for the Mounties.

Shades Valley plays Cornerstone Tuesday night and hosts region foe Pell City Friday for Senior Night.

Lady Huskies get tenth straight win in road game against Chelsea

By Johnny Sanders Sports Editor

CHELSEA – The Hewitt Trussville lady Huskies are on a roll right now and it does not seem to be slowing down one bit. On Friday night, Chelsea became the next victim on the list for the Huskies in a game that saw the Hewitt defense clamp down at times but give up some points and consistent scoring through-

Chelsea kept it pretty close in the first quarter, limiting the high-powered Husky of-

of scoring in the first with 10 of the 13 points paired with 3 made free throws from Jordan Hunter.

In the second quarter, Hewitt would get outscored 15-11, which does not happen very often. Deandrea Powell put up a three-pointer in the quarter, followed by 2 points each from Sara Phillips, Avore Benson as well as Hunter and Hooks. The two teams would head into the halftime break tied at 24 points each.

Members of the Shades Valley Indoor Track Team (Photo by Drew Goolsby)

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Angela Williams with Coach Gary Ferguson (Photo by John Goolsby)

April Hooks (Photo by Ken Shephard)

Pinson boys stay perfect with win over Mortimer Jordan, 68-37

By Johnny Sanders Sports Editor

PINSON – Before tipoff, Caleb White and Terry Conor Jr. were recognized for eclipsing 1000 points in their career. White accomplished the feat during Pinson’s win earlier in the week over McAdory. Conor did the same thing, but it took him one more game as he made the accomplishment in the win over Fairfield in the MLK Basketball Classic. Also of note, Head Coach Darrell Barber got his 300th win on Wednesday night in the 256/205 Challenge against #7 ranked Huntsville High School.

The top-ranked Pinson Valley Indians (now 44th nationally) capped off a very busy week with a dominant

win over the visiting Blue Devils from Mortimer Jordan Thursday night, beating them by 31 points.

When you’re the best team in the state and two of your highest scoring play-

Clay-Chalkville defeathers the Eagles, 67-41

By Loyd McIntosh For The Tribune

CENTER POINT — ClayChalkville made the eightmile drive to Center Point and picked up a key area win on the road with a 67-41 rout over the Center Point High School Eagles Friday night.

The Cougars were dominant in every aspect of the game; however, it was their defense that set the tone for the evening. Clay-Chalkville employed a high-pressure, full-court defense most of the night forcing the Eagles to commit multiple turnovers and poor shot selection all night.

paint, and finding their stroke from outside.

ers are banged up and need a night off, what do you do? You play lock-down defense and that is precisely what Pinson did in the first half of

Husky boys get tough key win on the road against Chelsea, 61-59

By Johnny Sanders Sports Editor

CHELSEA – The Hewitt Trussville Huskies boys basketball team took the long trip up 280 to Chelsea High School to take on the Hornets on Friday night, looking to get a second straight win on the road. Despite a slow start on the offensive side of the ball and digging themselves into a pretty deep hole, the Huskies showed grit and fought their way back to get a 2-point win over the Chelsea Hornets.

“It was a big win for our team and an incredible second half performance by the

players,” said Head Coach Jeremy Monceaux of the Huskies’ performance.

Chelsea would find some success on the offensive side of the ball, putting up 14 points on the Huskies, while shutting down the Hewitt offense, only allowing 7. Reid Stodghill had 5 and Ray Rolley added 2 of his own for the Huskies.

The 7-point deficit would get even bigger in the second quarter as the Huskies

The game got off to a bumpy start for both squads as neither team could find a rhythm offensively for the first nine minutes of the first quarter. Late in the first period, however, the Cougars’ defense went into turbo mode forcing several Eagles turnovers in quick succession, including on two consecutive inbound passes, for easy layups.

The Cougars held a threepoint lead after a low-scoring first quarter, 12-9.

Smelling blood in the water, the Cougar defense simply smothered Center Point in the second quarter. ClayChalkville dominated on both ends of the floor while continuing to frustrate the Eagles closing down passing lanes, contesting every inbound pass, and hauling down rebound after rebound as their lead swelled to double digits.

Center Point only managed their first points of the second quarter with just under two minutes to play as the Cougars’ offense got its mojo working, scoring easy buckets in transition, overwhelming the Eagles’ defense in the

Clay-Chalkville sank two three-pointers in the final minute of the first half, including one from sophomore guard Devin McKinnon at the buzzer, capping a 14-4 run in the second quarter and taking a 26-13 lead into the locker room.

Center Point started the third quarter with a mini-run of their own, sinking a pair of three-pointers to the bench and the crowd on their feet, but the excitement on the Eagles’ side of the gym was short-lived.

Once again, the Cougars’ defense kicked into high gear, capturing steals and snagging rebounds leading to creative play in transition. By the four-minute mark in the third quarter, Clay-Chalkville’s lead had ballooned to 15 points, 36-21.

The remainder of the contest saw more of the same as Clay-Chalkville’s full-court press forced more front-court steals and stolen in-bound passes for easy layups as the Cougars pulled away for good in the fourth quarter.

Final score, ClayChalkville 67, Center 41.

“We have some athletic guys so we try to use that in full-court pressure,” said firstyear Clay-Chalkville Head Coach Chris Richardson. “They did a good job making it hard to inbound and hard to get the ball up the floor.”

“I’m proud of them. They played with a lot of energy,’ added Richardson. “It was kind of slow at the beginning, but we only gave up four points in the second quarter which is pretty good. I was proud of them.”

Richardson said he was very pleased with the team’s performance in an important area matchup as they prepare to face the #1 ranked team in the state, Pinson Valley, and Mortimer Jordan next week.

“We have a huge week coming up. We still have a chance to come out number one in our area,” explained Richardson. “We have Pinson Valley on Tuesday and Mortimer Jordan on Friday, and both of them have to come to us.

This game set us up for next week,” Richardson added. “We did it the right way.” Offensively, the Cougars spread the ball around,

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Terry Conor (Photo by Johnny Sanders)

Clay-Chalkville senior Tiawan Hardy attempts a jump shot as Center Point's Terrence Tubbs attempts to block the shot, Friday, January 20. (Photo by Loyd McIntosh)

Photo by Johnny Sanders

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Boys 4×200 meters: Hewitt (A), 2nd in the second session (1:30.23), Hewitt (B), 5th in the second session (1:32.09), Moody, 4th in the first session (1:34.32), Clay-Chalkville, 14th in the second session (1:34.50) and Center Point, 6th in the first session (1:35.16).

Girls 800 meters: Avery Cahoon, Hewitt, 4th in the second session (2:18.86), and Sophia Knox, Hewitt, 10th in the second session (2:26.22).

Boys 800 meters: Elliott Green, Hewitt, 36th in the second session (2:10.37), Garrett Yokeley, Hewitt, 51st in the second session (2:15.10), Cole Broome, Springville, 53rd in the second session (2:15.74) and Demarco Allen, Center Point, 17th in the first session (2:17.16).

Girls 3200 meters: Caroline Summy, Springville, 22nd in the second session (13:57.21) and Claire Hutchinson, Springville, 23rd in the second session (13:57.45)

Boys 3200 meters: David Robles, Springville, 6th in the second session (9:49.58) and Elliott Denard, Springville, 27th in the second session (10:34.94).

Girls 4×400 meters: Shades Valley, 9th in the second session (5:06.31)

Boys 4×400 meters: Center Point, 10th in the first session (3:46:17).

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In the third, the Huskies defense would put the clamps on the Chelsea offense, allowing just 5 points in the period while having their highest offensive output of the game with 17 points to create some distance. Benson would have 6 to lead the Huskies to go along with 5 from Hooks and 3 from Hunter and Phillips. The score would be 41-29 Hewitt, heading into the fourth.

Girls Shot Put: Madisyn Hawkins, Hewitt, 6th in the second session (11.13), Jaliya Edwards, Hewitt, 12th in the second session (9.84), Karmen Russell, Center Point, 9th in the first session (8.33), Jessica Kennedy, Center Point, 15th in the first session (7.98) and Simone Davis, Center Point, 20th in the first session (7.57)

Boys Shot Put: DJ Carter, Hewitt, 3rd in the second session (14.10), Skyler Carrillo, Hewitt, 14th in the second session (12.74), Jeremiah Hayes, Center Point, 8th in the first session (12.27) and Demario Hicks, Jr., 20th in the first session (11.38)

Boys Long Jump: Michael Igbinoghene, Hewitt, third in the second session (6.58), Micah Sanders, Shades Valley, 16th in the second session (6.15) and Jaylen Amison, Center Point, 8th in the first session (5.80)

Boys Triple Jump: Michael Igbinoghene, Hewitt, 7th in the second session (13.12), Ayden Walton, Springville, 13th in the second session (12.64), and Will Owens, Hewitt, 16th in the second session (12.32)

Girls Long Jump: Ramiya Taylor, Center Point, 3rd in the first session (4.93), Keri Edwards, Clay-Chalkville, 6th in the second session (4.85), Haley Melton, Hewitt, 8th in the second session (4.78), Haven White, Hewitt, 9th in the second session (4.75), Brooklyn Moreno, Shades Valley, 18th

Chelsea made a valiant effort in the final frame, putting up 13 points, but the Hewitt Trussville lady Huskies were just too good. Hewitt scored 16 to top the Hornets and seal the deal. Benson and Phillips put up 6 points each to go with Hooks’ and Lilly Gray’s 2 points to cap off the 57-42 victory for the Huskies.

Leading scorers for the lady Huskies were April Hooks with 19 points, Avore Benson with 14 and Sara Phillips with 11.

in the second session (4.57), Aubrey Moreno, Shades Valley, 25th in the second session (4.48), Chornithea Cowan, Center Point, 14th in the first session (4.27), and Desirae Muhammad, Center Point, 25th in the first session (3.80)

Girls Triple Jump: Haley Melton, Hewitt, 11th in the second session (9.97), Keri Edwards, Clay-Chalkville, 12th (9.94) and Haven White, Hewitt, 22nd in the second session (9.61)

Boys Pole Vault: Daniel James, Hewitt, 4th in the second session (4.27), Shaw Helfrich, 14th in the second session (3.51), and Alex Jones, Hewitt, 19th in the second session (3.20).

Girls Pole Vault: Haven White, Hewitt, 8th in the second session 2.59) and Sarah Johnson, Hewitt, 16th in the second session (2.59)

Girls High Jump: Aniya Johnson, Clay-Chalkville, 3rd in the second session (1.57), and Taylor Thomas, Hewitt, 19th in the second session (1.37).

Boys High Jump: Will Owens, Hewitt, 7th in the second session (1.83), Jamal Hobbs and Sam Simmons, Hewitt, tied for 9th in the second session (1.78) and Jaylen Frazier, Center Point, 7th in the first session (1.73).

Most schools will be participating in the Last Chance meet at the CrossPlex on Jan. 27.

“We established new goals going into the second round of area,” said Coach Tonya Hunter. “We had 3 starters in foul trouble during the second quarter. We re-grouped at halftime and responded really well.”

The red-hot Lady Huskies have now won 10 games in a row, leading to a 20-6 record and a top five ranking in the state. They will welcome Oak Mountain to Bryant Bank Arena on Tuesday night.

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getting solid production out of a number of guys. Senior Tiawan Hardy led Clay Chalkville with 11 points, followed by junior point guard Kevin Kirk with eight points.

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Thursday’s game. In the first quarter, the Indians allowed just 2 points by the Devils. Led by Ray McCants’ 5 points and Terry Coner and Amari Bowens’ 4 each, the Indians put up 17 points in the first period of the game. The Devils found a little bit of success from outside in the second, hitting 2 three-pointers to go with a free throw, totaling 7 points for the quarter. Conor continued his scoring in the second, leading the Indians with 9 of their 14 points heading into the half. The Indians would lead 31-9 after the first half was over.

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would manage just 10 points to Chelsea’s 17, making it 31-17 heading into the half, all Hornets. Hewitt’s Legion Gaston would have half of the Huskies’ points for the quarter, scoring 5, along with 3 from Rolley and 2 from Jason Melton. The visiting Huskies would head into the locker room down by 14 points and reeling.

“I thought we played the worst half of basketball of the season in the first half,” said Coach Monceaux. “We were not defending at the level we normally do and we were just as discombobulated on the offensive side. We challenged them at halftime and made a few adjustments.”

Three Cougars finished the game with seven points each – McKinnon, senior Immanuel Douthard, and sophomore Victor Odiari. With the win, ClayChalkville improves to 1110 overall, 2-1 in 6A Area 12 play. Center Point falls to

The Blue Devils would come out of the locker room firing on all cylinders from behind the arc, hitting 3 three-pointers right out of the gate and managing to put up 17 points in the third period. Not to be outdone though, Conor would lead his team again in the quarter with 8 points to go with McCants’ 7. Pinson would outscore Mortimer Jordan 21-17, leading to a 52-26 advantage heading into the final quarter.

Pinson would slow down the scoring a bit in the fourth, outscoring the visitors 16-11 to finish them off by a score of 68-37. Cam Jennings would lead his team with 5 points in the final period with McCants scoring 3 of his own.

That challenge and those adjustments paid off for the Huskies too. In the third, you could see the comeback on the horizon. The Hewitt defense stepped up and held Chelsea to just 8 points. On the offensive side, the Huskies exploded, scoring 23 points, more that they had the previous 2 quarters combined. Gaston had 8 of those points along with 5 each from Stodghill and Karnell Smith. The dominant quarter for the Huskies would send this game into the final stanza with the Huskies leading by one, 40-39.

Chelsea would get their mojo back on offense in the final period of the game, but Hewitt would not be denied on this night, outscoring the home team 21-20, sealing the 61-29 victory. In the fourth, Gaston

6-16 overall, 0-3 in area play. Clay-Chalkville will host #1 ranked and undefeated Pinson Valley on Tuesday, January 24. Center Point will drive five miles down the parkway to face Huffman High School also on Tuesday, January 24.

On the night, Terry Conor Jr. would lead all scorers with 23 points. Ray McCants would add 15 of his own to go with 10 from Clyde Walters.

“It means a lot. We played 4 games in 6 days this week,” said Coach Darrell Barber. “We’ve been beat up a little bit. We lost Austin (Conor) and wanted to rest some guys, so that’s why we didn’t play Caleb (White). It was a good win for us. It gave us a chance to get some minutes for some guys who don’t normally play and I was proud of our effort.”

The Indians’ record continues to be flawless, improving to 21-0. They will get a bit of a break before a rivalry game Tuesday night at ClayChalkville.

and Rolley would put up 5 points each to go with 4 from Emeka Anwah and 3 each from Smith and Stodghill. In an impressive night, the Huskies would have 3 players in double digits, led by Legion Gaston with 18. Reid Stodghill would add 14 to go with Ray Rolley’s 11 points on the night.

“The kids responded and fought to the end,” said Coach Monceaux. “Everyone on the roster had a role in helping us find a way in that second half. Still a lot of work to do, but very proud of our team.”

Hewitt improves to 17-8 on the season, 2-2 in their area. They will look to keep the momentum going on Tuesday night as they welcome the Oak Mountain Eagles to Bryant Bank Arena.

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