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Mar. 27 - Apr. 2, 2019 Woman at the center of missing person case now appealing reckless driving/ endangerment sentence

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Trussville adding speed humps to popular cut-through

New garbage pickup starts in Clay April 1 From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

CLAY — Residents in Clay will have a new garbage service starting April 1.

Residents that have not had their Republic waste containers replaced by Santek containers can expect replacement the week of March 25. The new containers will have important information about the services in a plastic bag.

Santek will initially give

See APPEAL, Page 3

See GARBAGE PICKUP, Page 4

Man killed in motorcycle accident

New ALDI in Trussville announces opening date

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — One man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Trussville on Thursday night, according to Chief Tim Shotts of Trussville Fire and Rescue.

Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates said the victim has been identified as David Brandon Jones, 43, of Trussville.

The incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. in the 6800 See MAN KILLED, Page 3

Suspects with swords back down after clerk pulls out gun From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM — Two suspects tried to rob a Family Dollar Store with swords, according to police.

The incident happened on Wednesday, March 20, at the store at 1355 Bessemer Road in Birmingham. Police said the suspects demanded money from the clerk until See SUSPECTS, Page 6

“We corrected that within an hour and a half,” Joel’s Restaurant swiftly reacts to health score

By Shaun Szkolnik For The Tribune

TRUSSVILLE — After receiving a low score on a county inspection on Feb. 13, Joel’s Restaurant took immediate action to address concerns while continuing See JOEL’S, Page 6

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council has voted to approve speed humps on a heavily-traveled road that many drivers are using as a cutthrough.

Police Chief Eric Rush presented a proposal to add three to four humps on Alabama Drive. He said the piece of road

is used by drivers traveling on Queenstown Road. The speed limit on Alabama Drive is 25 mph. Rush said patrol vehicles have been dispatched to the area to monitor traffic but there are still speeding drivers.

“The speed humps will accomplish two things. They will act as a deterrent to cut-through traffic and also will have a calming effect on the existing traffic,” Rush said.

One person who lives on Alabama Drive said they have been wanting speed humps for years because people are continually speeding through their neighborhood and often crashing into ditches.

The speed humps will be asphalt and will be overlayed on the existing asphalt.

Another item approved in Tuesday night’s city council meeting was extending hours

at the Trussville Public Library.

The library will now be open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays. The change will begin in September 2019.

The city is also continuing its contract with Santek Waste Disposal. Monthly rates will not increase.

Councilors also approved a resolution for the annual See SPEED HUMPS, Page 4

LOCAL EDUCATORS REACT TO SB119, see page 10

Argo looking for money to fund $6.5 million roadway project

By Erica Thomas, editor

ARGO — The City of Argo responded to complaints about congested roadways near Interstate 59. The city ordered a traffic study on the I-59 ramp to Argo Parkway, U.S. Hwy 11 and Argo-Margaret Road.

The city has the results and is now waiting for funding.

Argo Mayor Betty Bradley confirmed about 10,000 drivers use Highway 11 around Argo-Margaret Road every day. She said that number is increasing with growth in Argo and surrounding cities. She is concerned about the safety of those drivers.

“If a train is blocking sometimes it’s a 15-20 minute wait just sitting on the road and we have cars on Highway 11 that try to pass because they’re going straight, so they’re going into the oncoming traffic,” she said.

She says there have also been issues getting first responders to emergency calls.

That’s why Bradley believes something needs to be done

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The new ALDI in Trussville will open April 4. The store will host a ribbon cutting ceremony, followed by the Golden Ticket Giveaway. Gift cards will be given to the first 100 customers.

The new location will be at 5485 Patrick Way and will replace the Chalkville Mountain See NEW ALDI, Page 4

Center Point Fire District hiring From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

CENTER POINT — The Center Point Fire District is now taking applications for firefighters.

The Fire and EMS Department is an ISO Class 1 Fire District and salaries range from $38,286 - $51,236. The job comes with health insurance, life insurance and educational reimbursement, along with See FIRE DISTRICT, Page 6

The intersection of Highway 11 and Argo Margaret Road

soon.

The study, by Skipper Consulting, resulted in a proposed four-phase construction project. It would add a deceleration lane on I-59 NB at the Argo Parkway exit. It would also add a right turn lane and an acceleration lane on the I-59 exit ramp at the intersection of Argo Parkway. Other improvements would include construction on the intersections of Highway 11 at Argo Parkway and Highway 11 at Argo-Margaret Road.

When the year-long study

was completed in June 2018, Skipper Consulting said based on previous meetings, they concluded that the Alabama Department of Transportation was planning on performing the work on the interstate using state funding. Skipper said it is assumed that work would be complete in the fiscal year of 2019. That information has not been verified by ALDOT. As for the work needed off the interstate, the study suggested project investment from federal, state, county and city governments in

phases over a period of seven years. The study estimated 80% of the project would be federally funded and 20% would come from the state, county, and city.

In order to make improvements to Highway 11, Norfolk Southern Railway would have to allow St. Clair County to gain access to the right-of-way. That, along with funding issues, has been the roadblock for improving traffic in the area, according to St. Clair See ARGO, Page 4

All LifeWay Christian stores closing by the end of 2019 From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — LifeWay Christian Stores across the nation are closing as part of a new marketing strategy, according to LifeWay Christian Resources.

The company is transitioning to an online-exclusive business plan. The See LIFEWAY, Page 3

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Metro Diner open for business From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Metro Diner is open for business along Highway 11 between Tutwiler Drive and Calumet Parkway. The Spring Break opening on March 26 was a success.

Owner Pete Cooper said the first full day of business they had a great turnout. He said Trussville was picked as a location for the newest Metro Diner because of the growth the city is seeing.

Cooper said the city made moving to town easy.

"The city has been great.

Every single city official has been awesome from the mayor all the way out. They've been very flexible and I feel like we've been good as well,"

to serve, according to Cooper.

"We have a training team of about 20 people that are from other diners that are very seasoned and two or three coordinators that have been with the company a really long time, so having that support really does make a big difference," said Cooper.

Metro Diner describes itself as a place that offers a commitment to creating dishes from scratch, utilizing

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Kitchen can be seen from the dining area

Cooper said.

The new staff of about 105 has been trained and is ready

unique recipes and offering imaginative twists on old classics. All Metro Diners

have the same decor. Green awnings on the outside with a metro font design. On the in-

was our first time and it was a great experience," Warren said.

The menu offers a variety of dishes, including a breakfast offering that boasts traditional eggs, bacon and Eggs Benedict, to lunch and dinner fares such as meatloaf, chicken and waffles, and Charleston shrimp and grits. Fans of burgers and sandwiches are also covered by Metro Diner, which carries a large variety

Owner Pete Cooper speaks with patrons

side, classic retro tables offer a comfortable, familiar atmosphere. Customers Rolanda Warren was satisfied with her experience.

"The food was excellent, it was hot. This was a very pleasant environment, I absolutely love the service! Everyone is so warm and welcoming. Before you could get in the door they were already greeting you. So I love that. It

of each. The food is never frozen.

Cooper said he plans on getting involved with the community. The first event he plans to attend is the April 6 Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt at The Trussville Civic Center.

Trussville Capital Investments LLC is the developer of the project and has completed several previous developments in the city.

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Former officer now in jail after pleading guilty to rape and attempted sex abuse of a child From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

SHELBY COUNTY — Former Birmingham police officer Joshua Herbinger made a plea deal with prosecutors and will serve six months in jail.

According to court documents, Herbinger was sentenced to five years for at-

Joshua Herbinger, Shelby County Jail

tempted sex abuse and 10 years for rape, but as part of

the deal, only six months of those will be behind bars in the Shelby County Jail.

Herbinger pleaded guilty on March 18 to attempted sex abuse of a child under 12 and rape. He was booked into jail the same day. The case was brought by the Alabaster Police Department after a school resource officer notified them about a possi-

ble victim. He was originally charged with sex abuse of a child under the age of 12 and 1st-degree rape.

Upon his release, Herbinger will have to register as a sex offender.

Sgt. Johnny Williams with the Birmingham Police Department said Herbinger's employment was terminated after he was charged in 2014.

Woman passing out counterfeit bills at Moody yard sales, according to police From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

MOODY — The Moody Police Department is warning citizens that counterfeit bills have been passed out at local yard sales.

Moody residents are being asked to be on the lookout for a suspect passing out the counterfeit bills. Police also said that the bills have been

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used at yard sales and three of the incidents occurred on

Saturday, March 16.

Law enforcement said the

woman was wearing a black baseball style cap and was driving a black SUV. According to authorities, in two instances she passed an identical-looking bill.

Anyone with any information concerning this activity or the suspect is asked to notify the Moody Police Department by calling their non-emergency number at (205) 640-3333.

MAN KILLED, from front page

block of Gadsden Highway near Panos Automotive and Praytor Road. Yates said the call came in at 9:32 p.m. and Jones was pronounced dead on the scene at 9:44 p.m. The collision involved a motorcycle and another vehicle. Jones was the driver of the motorcycle. The motorcycle was stopped in the southbound

lane, Yates said. A BMW also traveling southbound came up from behind and struck the motorcycle. Both vehicles ended up off the road.

The driver of the BMW was not transported by emergency personnel.

The Trussville Police Department investigated the incident.

LIFEWAY, from front page

decision was made after LifeWay showed strong growth of digital channels and declining customer traffic at brick-and-mortar stores.

The organization will continue to offer resources through LifeWay.com and the LifeWay Customer Service Center (1-800-4582772). The company will also continue to work with church partners to serve those customers.

Acting President and CEO Brad Waggoner said the plan for LifeWay is forward-thinking and will

benefit customers.

“While we had hoped to keep some stores open, current market projections show this is no longer a viable option,” Waggoner said. “The decision to close our local stores is a difficult one.”

There is no word on when the Trussville location will close, but LifeWay expects all stores to close by the end of the year.

to pay a $500 fine for each charge.

The St. Clair County District Attorney’s Office confirms Yager filed an appeal from the district court to the circuit court on March 20. Since she filed an appeal, Yager’s sentence will not be imposed until the completion of the appeal.

However, she will not be allowed to operate a motor vehicle and she must continue drug testing with Jefferson County.

Yager made headlines in February after being reported

missing February 25, 2019.

Five agencies assisted in the search near the Cahaba River after her truck was found near Grants Mill Road. She was found safe February 27.

Yager is scheduled to appear in court on May 6, 2019, to enter a plea. Her new trial will be in front of a St. Clair County jury in Ashville and it is scheduled for March 13.

However, that date could change.

A call to Yager’s attorney has not been returned.

APPEAL, from front page FROM FRONT PAGE

By Erica Thomas, editor

ASHVILLE — Cara Yager, 35, who lives in the Grayson Valley area, filed an appeal in St. Clair County for her conviction and 15-month sentence in a reckless driving and reckless endangerment case.

The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office said she was arrested in July 2018. The charges stem from a traffic accident in May 2018. Investigators say

Yager was driving with her daughter in the car when she crashed on Interstate 59 North just before the Springville exit.

Both Yager and her daughter were hurt and taken to the hospital.

According to court documents, Yager appeared before Judge Alan C. Furr for a bench trial on March 7. She entered a guilty plea on both charges and was sentenced on March 14. The sentence handed down from Judge Furr was 12 months in the St. Clair County

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Mosquitoes, snakes and termites, oh my!

By Erica Thomas, editor

TRUSSVILLE — As we officially enter into the spring months, many people are cleaning their homes inside and out. But pests are on the move and there are things you need to know that could save your time, money and even your life.

MOSQUITOES One of the peskiest pests is the mosquito. Vulcan Termite and Pest Control anticipate a large mosquito population this Spring. The experts say all the rain we have had in our region could lead to an increased number of mosquito beds.

They recommend calling out the experts to have your yard treated before things get out of hand. Also, don't allow standing water in your yard.

The EPA says it's important to avoid mosquito bites because the insects can carry deadly diseases.

The EPA offers tips to avoid a bite.

• Keep mosquitoes away from exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks.

• Tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks to cov-

er gaps in your clothing where mosquitoes can get to your skin.

• Stay indoors when possible, especially if there is a mosquito-borne disease warning in effect.

• Use EPA-registered mosquito repellents when necessary and follow label directions and precautions

closely.

• Use head nets, long sleeves, and long pants if you venture into areas with high mosquito populations, such as salt marshes.

• Replace your outdoor lights with yellow "bug" lights, which tend to attract fewer mosquitoes than ordinary lights. The yellow lights are NOT repellents, however.

SNAKES You may have seen the social media posts already: Snake sightings. According to Reptiles Magazine, there are between 1,000 and 2,000 cases of snake bites in the United States each year. Fatalities from those bites are rare, but it's important you know what to look for in your yard.

Be careful around tall grass and piles of brush.

Snakes tend to be active at

night and in warm weather.

Wear boots and long pants when working outside. Wear leather gloves when handling brush and debris. If you do see a snake and you are unsure of the type of snake it is, do not try to handle it.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends you seek medical attention immediately if you are bitten. Apply a tourniquet and try to note the shape of the snake, which can help with the treatment of a bite.

Wash the bite with soap and water and do not try to suck out the venom.

TERMITES When it comes to termites, it is important to keep your contract up-to-date and read the fine print. Experts with Vulcan Termite and Pest Control say most regular contracts do not cover one of the most destructive species of termite: The Formosan Termite. You can ask your company if they have a protection plan for this type of invasive termite. The Formosan is so destructive because their colonies are larger and they adapt well to moisture conditions in higher levels of your home.

In the past two years, Vulcan has seen a couple of cases in the Trussville area, but they say there is a growing problem along the Highway 280 corridor in Hoover. They say they aren't sure how these foreign creatures ended up in Alabama, but they believe they could be coming in via products brought to the United States.

If you believe you have any of these issues in your yard or in your home, be sure to call the experts. Not all types of pests react the same to chemicals, but the experts will know how to treat your problem.

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City of Argo building storm shelter From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

ARGO — People in the City of Argo will soon have a storm shelter.

The shelter will be behind City Hall at 100 Blackjack Road. The city matched a federal grant to hire a company in Bessemer to construct the shelter.

The above-ground shelter will house up to 100 people.

Argo has prepared the land for the new storm shelter.

Argo Mayor Betty Bradley hopes to start construction within the next month.

She says it will only take

three months to complete.

The city is now looking for a generator for the shelter and city offices.

ARGO, from front page

A traffic study by Skipper Consulting, Inc.

County Commissioner Ricky Parker.

“The problem is just like anywhere else...is dealing with the railroad. People only have one way in and one way out and when the train’s sitting on the tracks for an hour or an hour and a half, those people can’t get in or out,” Parker said.

Norfolk Southern Railways has not responded to media inquiries by The

Trussville Tribune.

Mayor Bradley said if St. Clair County would agree to help pay for the improvements, Argo would be in a position to apply for grant money to get the project off the ground. But she says the county did not budget for the $3,700 needed in 2019.

Bradley says she went before the county commission with several council members and asked for help. She

is hopeful the commission will add the funds to its next budget. Parker says commissioners are discussing what they can do with the county engineer.

The total cost for the city and county over a seven-year period would be $280,150 each. State and federal funding would cover the remainder of the $6,546,600 project.

The city of Argo has already spent over $20,000 for remote traffic lights, traffic light timers, and a traffic-monitoring camera to help with congestion. The mayor plans to continue requesting help from St. Clair County and ALDOT. She is asking for patience and understanding from drivers.

The complete study can be found at www.TrussvilleTribune.com.

NEW ALDI, from front page

Road location, which will close March 31.

ALDI hours are 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday.

The Mount Juliet Vice President for ALDI, Troy Marshall, says they are excited to open the new store.

“We want to make grocery shopping the best it can be, especially for our loyal customers in Trussville/Birmingham,” said Marshall.

ALDI offers a streamlined grocery shopping experience by offering only the best options at

the best prices. Operations are simplified by asking customers

to bag their own groceries and a 25-cent cart rental.

Trussville Plaza CBD oil store location to hold soft opening March 29 From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM — A can-

nabidiol business owner announced his plans to soft open his newest location on Friday, March 29.

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B.J. Autry, who owns Your CBD Store Birmingham on Highway 280, is expanding to the area and has plans to expand to other metro locations.

Your CBD Store offers a number of CBD products, including water solubles, infused gummy candies, skin creams and pet products.

According to the business Facebook page, the store will be located at 1423 Gadsden Highway, Suite 103, Birmingham, AL, in Trussville Plaza.

GARBAGE PICKUP, from front page

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will also be a refuse service fee of $5.28 per month. The total

quarterly cost will be $49.68 for customers with one container and $57.93 for customers with two containers.

Santek will take over services beginning April 1. Any questions or concerns can be directed at (205) 631-1313.

SPEED HUMPS, from front page

Freedom Celebration. The event will be July 4 from 6 p.m.

- 9 p.m. on the mall. There will be food, inflatables, entertainment, and fireworks at 9 p.m.

North Mall and South Mall will be closed to traffic 30 minutes before and after the event.

Trussville First Baptist Church is putting the event together.

A proclamation was passed declaring April 21-27 Parental Alienation Prevention Week.

The council is asking people to

participate in Bubbles for Love on April 25 by blowing0 bub-

bles for children impacted by parental alienation.

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Wintzell’s Oyster House opening soon in Leeds

SCAM ALERT: Fake checks from the Department of Finance

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

LEEDS — The Wintzell’s Oyster House in Leeds is opening soon.

Donald Jones, with Hallmark Hospitality, said the restaurant could open its doors before the end of March. The location at 1770 Ashville Road, Leeds, still has to undergo inspections and food approval.

Jones said his group is excited to serve delicious food to the area. He said when picking a location, he was inspired by hockey legend Wayne Gretzky’s philosophy, “A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be.”

“Leeds is where it’s going to be,” Jones said.

Jones said when he was looking for employees, he looked for the “sunshine” type.

He wants the restaurant to be a ray of light, happiness and joy.

When it comes to inspiration, Wintzell’s is decked out with signs containing witty quotes. This tradition started back in 1938 when J.O. Wintzell opened his first restaurant.

Another portion of the restau-

From the Trussville Tribune staff reports

rant is dedicated to the history of Leeds. You can find old photos and historic images from the city’s railroad depot.

On the menu, guests can choose from the oyster bar or try other types of seafood including bacon-wrapped shrimp. There are also options for those who don’t like seafood. You can choose from

steak, chicken or burgers.

Wintzell’s in Leeds has a large meeting room that can be reserved for groups and organizations. The room can be converted to host large banquets or smaller meetings.

This will be the 10th Wintzell’s Oyster House to open in Alabama. There is also a location in Fultondale.

MONTGOMERY — Attorney General Steve Marshall and State Comptroller Kathleen Baxter have a warning for consumers after fraudulent checks were sent to people in Alabama.

The checks look like they are from the State of Alabama Department of Finance. The receiver is asked to send a certain amount of the money to certain places for various factious reasons. One example is the person was told they were getting a sign-on bonus for a job that was applied for through the internet. Another example is that the payment is for agreeing to advertise with logos or wraps on a vehicle.

Some of the scams have gone as far as telling the person they are receiving an inheritance from a recently deceased family member.

Attorney General Marshall and Comptroller Baxter advise anyone who receives an unexpected check from the State of Alabama to seek verification

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by calling the State Comptroller’s Office at 334-242-7050.

“It is particularly offensive for someone to hide their dishonesty behind the good name of the State of Alabama,” said Attorney General Marshall.

“The State of Alabama will never send a check with instructions to open an account or send some of the money back through irregular means.

If there is ever doubt about a State check, consumers should contact the Comptroller’s Office, and for concerns about other unexpected checks, they may call the Consumer Interest Division in my office.”

Attorney General Marshall and Comptroller Baxter offer the following cautionary tips: • Be on guard for anything

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that seems suspicious. The check, as well as the story, could be fake. Do not cash a check from someone you do not know.

Fraudulent checks may look legitimate. It is important to verify with your bank that the check has cleared before spending the money. Under federal law, banks allow funds you deposit to be made available quickly. Just because you can withdraw the money does not mean the check is good.A fake check scam could cost you thousands of dollars.

Do not wire money to someone you do not know.

Wiring money is like sending cash and cannot be recovered.

Report suspicious checks or money orders to your bank as soon as possible.

You may seek advice from the Attorney General’s Consumer Interest Division by calling toll-free 1-800-392-5658.

No more bingo cases for Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

JEFFERSON COUNTY — The Jefferson County

Sheriff’s Office will no longer use resources to investigate bingo parlors in local municipalities.

According to a press re-

lease, the sheriff’s office will defer cases involving gambling or possession of gambling devices to municipal agencies for the enforcement

of the law.

The sheriff’s office said bingo offenses are misdemeanors and that Sheriff Mark Pettway is committed

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Substitute teacher arrested after gun goes off in class campus. The gun was inside Weaver’s pocket when it discharged, according to investigators.

One student had very minor injuries but was treated on the scene and released.

Weaver was taken to the Blount County Jail. He is charged with Possession of a Deadly Weapon on School Grounds, Aggravated Assault 3rd degree, and Reckless Endangerment.

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BLOUNT COUNTY — A substitute teacher is facing four charges after his gun went off inside a classroom at Blountsville Elementary.

Sheriff deputies were called to the school Friday afternoon on a call about a firearm being accidentally discharged. Deputies discovered Henry Rex Weaver,

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Mar. 27 - Apr. 2, 2019 JOEL’S, from front page

to provide customers the experience, food and fun that they’ve come to expect from this staple of Trussville dining. Within an hour and a half, most of the issues had been corrected and upon reinspection, the restaurant received a score of 86.

CEO of the Joel’s/Golden Rule restaurant group, Billy Spruiell, personally oversaw the restaurant’s quick response.

“We had a visit from the

explosive growth of Trussville,” said Spruiell. “Joel’s being a staple with anybody coming into Trussville, wordof-mouth being your best advertising. The locals are going to tell them about Joel’s. We feel like we’ve got a great future here and a great growth pattern for this particular restaurant.

While Joel’s restaurant is committed to remaining a vital part of the Trussville landscape, the restaurant has

will never leave us.

Part of catering to the clientele is giving the customers a place that feels an awful lot like home.

“Joel’s is a southern family sit down restaurant. It’s where a lot of people know your name. Most of our locals, we know what they drink when they come in. Everybody knows our menus… everybody has faith in us.

Joel’s is just a staple for this community and we expect to

health department (and) we got some unfavorable ratings, we corrected that within an hour and a half,” said Spruiell. “They came back and automatically rescored us, it was a lot higher score.

We had a couple of minor items and those were fixed... one of the issues is the way we prepped one piece and we got that worked out with them. We have had a whole new kitchen change. We have a new kitchen manager…we felt like we needed to do that.”

Spruiell took this quick action because of what Joel’s means to the Trussville community and what the Trussville community means to Joel’s.

“We love Trussville,” said Spruiell. “This restaurant, it’s a staple, it’s been here since 1983. We’re not planning on leaving Trussville. We have a good business here, we have a great local following and some very loyal customers. They’re good to us and we feel like we provide a quality product and quality food items and we don’t see us ever leaving Trussville.”

In many ways, the growth of Joel’s forms a striking parallel to the growth of Trussville.

“There is a tremendous opportunity for us with the

branched out to other communities as the parent restaurant group continues to expand the Golden Rule brand, as well.

“This is an exciting time for us right now. We’re growing the Golden Rule brand and the Joel’s brand with four to five new restaurants going in by the end of the year… we see this as an exceptional, phenomenal, exciting time for the restaurant business to grow. That is what we’re here for.

For Spruiell, it is about more than just the mechanics. He sees past the nuts and bolts and into the hearts of Joel’s customers and those that he would like to be Joel’s customers.

“The people, the customers, the loyal customers and even the new customers that have never been here,” said Spruiell. “We had several on Sunday, we had a really great Sunday. We thanked all our customers. We’re doing a Facebook giveaway right now, we’re gonna run every week for the next four or five weeks $20 gift certificates, (so) like and share with our Facebook and you’ll be in the drawing. We draw on Friday.

We try and give back to our customers. We would love the public to try us one time.

If they try us one time, they

keep it that way.

“Our most popular dish, I would say, is grits and greens casserole. It’s comprised of turnip greens, grits and many other items. I’m not a turnip greens or grits fan and I’m a big fan of our grits and greens. It has just got a totally different taste. Once anybody tries it one time, every time they come back, they get grits and greens. And we serve that at least two days a week.

Spruiell has a personal favorite dish from Joel’s.

“My favorite is either the chicken and dressing or the cabbage and sausage, but please don’t forget our fried chicken. It is a staple in Trussville, we are known for our fried chicken.

In addition to the Facebook giveaways, Joel’s is participating in a special dessert giveaway in the months of March and April.

“Joel’s is a family atmosphere restaurant, we take that very seriously from our servers to our cooks to our cashiers,” said Spruiell. “We would like for everybody to give us a try. Come in March and get a free dessert on your plate with your meat and three. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you and we look forward to tremendous growth in Trussville.”

FIRE DISTRICT, from front page

other valuable benefits.

You must be 21 to apply and you must have a high school diploma or GED. The CPFD responded to over 9,000 calls in 2018 from four departments.

Crews work 24 hours on, 48 hours off. Full-time and part-time members get a Kelly Day every 9th shift.

Below is the complete job announcement. You can apply at by following a link at www.trussvilletribune. com.

SUSPECTS, from front page

the clerk pulled out a gun.

The suspects fled without any money.

If there is anyone with information on the identity of the suspects, police asked that they contact BPD Robbery Detectives at 205-2541753 or remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. If the tip to Crime Stoppers leads to an arrest, Crime Stoppers will provide a cash reward.

Birmingham police departament

Random act of kindness Each week, we are asking readers to send in stories of random acts of kindness. This week, our letter is from Rebecca Manning.

Dear Tribune, I have a neighbor that is always buying birdhouses for me.

I can throw one away and know

it will be replaced soon. She has supplied me with GOOD things for our church yard sales for years, and I mean years. Almost every week she brings me soup and shares desserts with me. She buys tickets for barbecues and chocolates for her church and buys us tickets also.

I could go on and on. We walk

every day and most of the time she brings something!!!

Rebecca Manning If you would like to share your story, email our editor at Erica.Thomas@trussvilletribune.com or tell your story on our Facebook page with #TribRAK.

Certified Relocation Specialist New Home Construction Specialist

Mar. 27 - Apr. 2, 2019

The Trussville Tribune

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Important Safety Information About The Gas Lines In Your Area Most natural gas pipelines are buried underground. This is not only for safety reasons, but also to protect them from the weather and ensure reliable service for all consumers. Although pipeline leaks and incidents rarely occur, keeping the delivery of natural gas for everyone remains our highest priority.

Natural gas utility companies like ours set high standards to keep natural gas pipelines incident free. The natural gas industry invests billions of dollars in research, testing, damage prevention, training and awareness to ensure pipeline safety. The natural gas pipeline system is regulated by numerous federal and state government agencies.

In your area we work closely with public fire and safety officials to promote natural gas safety. Damage prevention education and training takes place at least once a year, so local officials are prepared and know how to respond if there ever is a natural gas emergency.

As your neighbors and a part of your community, we know the importance for everyone to be well informed and know how to respond in case of a natural gas emergency.

Detecting A Natural Gas Leak

Natural gas is one of the safest, most reliable and environmentally friendly fuels in use today, but leaks can occur. There are three key ways to recognize a natural gas leak.

Look

Blowing dirt, bubbling creeks or ponds, dry spots in moist areas or dead plants surrounded by green, live plants also may indicate a natural gas leak.

Listen

An unusual hissing sound near gas lines or appliances may indicate a natural gas leak.

Smell

In its raw state, natural gas is colorless and odorless. Natural gas utility companies add a substance called mercaptan to create the familiar, rotten-egg like odor you associate with natural gas. You should take action even if you detect only the faint odor of natural gas in the air.

Take Action For Safety

Here are some keywords to help you remember what to do if a natural gas leak is suspected.

Leave

Leave the area immediately. Do not try to find or stop the leak.

Don’t Touch

Do not smoke, use any type of phone, flashlight, turn on or off any lights or appliances or operate any kind of vehicle or equipment that could create a spark.

Dial

Immediately notify us.

(205) 655-3211 or 1-800-755-3211

Carbon Monoxide Safety

Carbon monoxide poisoning can occur if a natural gas appliance is operated in an enclosed space that has no access to fresh air. Because improper installation of gas appliances can lead to carbon monoxide build-up, it is important that only qualified, licensed service personnel install your gas appliances.

Carbon monoxide poisoning can be deadly.

Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble flu symptoms and include headache, dizziness and/or nausea. If you have any of these symptoms get fresh air immediately.

You may decide to purchase a carbon monoxide detector. If so, the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission recommends that the model you choose meets the Underwriters Laboratory Standard 2034.

Under no circumstances should a carbon monoxide detector be used as a substitute for regular inspections by qualified service personnel.

Maintaining Gas Lines

A major cause of pipeline leaks is thirdparty damage. This may include contractors or excavators digging, grading, and working along roadways. Please always notify Alabama One Call by dialing 811 no less than two days before starting any excavation.

What To Do if You Disturb Or Damage A Pipeline Or Natural Gas Line

Even if you cause what appears to be only minor damage to the pipeline, immediately notify the pipeline company. A gouge, scrape, dent or crease to the pipe or coating may cause a future rupture or leak. It is imperative that the pipeline owner inspects and repairs any damage to the line or related apparatus. Many states have laws requiring damages to be reported to the facility owner.

Do not attempt to make repairs to the line yourself.

Call Before You Dig

Pipelines may be located anywhere. This is why it is important to know where they are before digging for any reason.

Trussville Gas & Water is responsible for maintaining the gas lines that carry natural gas to your meter. However, you are responsible for all gas lines on your side of the meter. These lines include all piping that goes: • From your gas meter to the appliances on your property • From a curb side meter to the home, when the meter is not right beside the home • From your meter underground to a building, pool, spa heater, barbecue or other gas appliance.

When digging, excavating, drilling or moving earth in any way that could damage underground utility pipelines, you must contact Alabama One Call by dialing 811 no less than two days before starting the excavation. This will help avoid costly damage or injury.

Not maintaining gas pipelines could result in potential hazards due to leakage. To properly maintain your gas lines, you should have them periodically inspected to identify unsafe conditions including corrosion and leaks, and repair any unsafe conditions immediately. A licensed, qualified professional can assist you in finding, inspecting and repairing your buried gas lines.

A new, federally mandated national “Call Before You Dig” number, 811, was created to help protect you from unintentionally hitting underground utility lines while working on digging projects.

Markers Indicate Pipelines

Most natural gas pipelines are buried underground. Markers indicate only the general, not exact location of pipelines.

They also show the natural gas operator and emergency phone number. The markers do not show the depth of the pipelines or the number of pipelines. Underground gas lines on your property are not marked in most cases, so you should know the location of your gas meter. Be cautious when digging in areas where the lines may connect or extend from the meter to appliances on your property.

Every dig job requires a call, even small projects like planting trees or shrubs. If you hit an underground utility line while digging, you can harm yourself and those around you, disrupt service to an entire neighborhood and potentially be responsible for fines and repair costs. Smart digging means calling 811 before each job. Whether you are a homeowner or a professional excavator, one call to 811 gets your underground utility lines marked for free. Don’t assume you know what is below. Protect yourself and those around you– call 811 every time.

We Need Your Help

The nation’s infrastructures, including pipelines, are a matter of national security.

If you witness suspicious activity on a pipeline right-of-way, please report it to the appropriate authorities as soon as possible or call Trussville Gas & Water at (205) 6553211. Threat advisories may be found at the Department of Homeland Securities Web site at www.dhs.gov.

Trussville Gas & Water 127 Main Street Trussville, AL 35173 (205) 655-3211 Toll Free 1-800-755-3211

The Trussville Tribune

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Mar. 27 - Apr. 2, 2019

This week’s Jefferson County Food Scores From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

Below are the latest in health scores by the Jefferson County Department of Health. The department conducts regular health inspections of food service establishments. Please see the JCDH website.

These are the scores that were available from the JCDH website on March 22, 2019.

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CHURCHS FRIED CHICKEN #4707794 ALLISON-BONNETT MEMORIAL DR DOLOMITE 35061 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA STAND #92100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA #112100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA #82100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 HABANEROS MEXICAN GRILL835 ODUM RD GARDENDALE 35071 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 MINIT MAN #101 (SHELL)609 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR DOLOMITE 35061 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA #62100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA #52100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 CIRCLE K #2273827199 MAIN ST TRUSSVILLE 35173 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA STAND #42100 RICHARD ARRINGTON BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA #22100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 PIGGLY WIGGLY MEAT #2591697 FORESTDALE BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35214 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 SUBWAY841 ODUM RD GARDENDALE 35071 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA CLUB LOUNGE BAR L32100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 BJCC ARENA COMMISSARY2100 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 DOMINOS PIZZA # 58481506 MONTCLAIR RD BIRMINGHAM 35210 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 THE SHRIMP BASKET550 FIELDSTOWN RD GARDENDALE 35071 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/14/19 SHOOTERS821 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR HUEYTOWN 35023 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 LITTLE CAESARS215 FOREST RD HUEYTOWN 35023 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 GARDENDALE CHEVRON1130 DECATUR HWY GARDENDALE 35071 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 WILSONS WEDDING CHAPEL1328 MAIN ST GARDENDALE 35071 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 BRUNO HOSPITALITY6079 BARBER MOTORSPORTS PKWY LEEDS 35094 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 ZAXBYS804 ACADEMY DR BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 CANARY GALLERY LLC2201 2ND AVE N BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 ANTHONY VINCE NAIL SPA127 SUMMIT BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35243 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 THE CAFE AT ALLIANCE1221 ALLIANCE RD BESSEMER 35023 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 ARBYS # 71183990 METHODIST CIR BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 PINETREE COUNTRY CLUB-KITCHEN5100 PINE WHISPERS DR IRONDALE 35210 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 TODD ENGLISH PUB (BAR- RAW BAR)2221 RICHARD ARRINGTON JR. BLVD N BIRMINGHAM 35203 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 STAR FOOD MART #8 (CHEVRON)100 ALLIANCE RD BESSEMER 35023 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 TACO BOY2204 MORGAN RD BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 MI RANCHITO2204 MORGAN RD BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE14 PERIMETER PARK S BIRMINGHAM 35243 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 MAXWAY #6393012 27TH ST N BIRMINGHAM 35207 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 PINETREE COUNTRY CLUB-BAR5100 PINE WHISPERS DR IRONDALE 35210 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/13/19 HEWITT TRUSSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL CONC. STAND5275 TRUSSVILLE CLAY RD TRUSSVILLE 35173 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 HUEYTOWN HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL CONCESSION4881 15TH STREET RD HUEYTOWN 35023 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 PANERA BREAD #790143 SUMMIT BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35243 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 CAPTAIN DS #3503666 BESSEMER SUPER HWY FAIRFIELD 35064 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 MILOS HAMBURGERS1530 MONTCLAIR RD BIRMINGHAM 35210 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 DEBS HOT DOGS1395 4TH AVE SW BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 GREEN SPRINGS SHELL250 GREEN SPRINGS HWY HOMEWOOD 35209 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 LA CARRETA M 9TH AVENUE MARKET670 9TH AVE SW BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 CITGO QUICK STOP3306 WARRIOR RIVER RD HUEYTOWN 35023 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 DOLLAR GENERAL #3289671 9TH AVE SW BESSEMER 35022 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19 THE VILLAGE TAVERN101 SUMMIT BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35243 // Smoke Free: Y // Date: 03/12/19

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Mar. 27 - Apr. 2, 2019

Calendar March 28-31 Trussville Spring Carnival The Trussville Spring Carnival will be held next to Holy Cross Episcopal Church and across from Trussville City Hall. Wristbands are $15. The family event will offer entertainment, rides, games and food will be available for purchase.

April 4 Inspirational Book Club Join us for Inspirational Book Club! Each month we will read and discuss a fiction or nonfiction book of an inspirational nature.

Contact the Adult Dept. to find out what we’re reading this month.

We can also assist you in getting the book (most are available in regular, Large Print, audiobook, and ebook formats). Go here to register: http://www.trussvillelibrary.com/adult/adult-events/.

Call 655-2022 for more information. Trussville Public Library. beginning at 1:30 p.m.

April 5 Community Spring Shred Even Come have your personal documents shredded to avoid identity theft. Anyone can participate from noon until 2 p.m. behind the TACC offices at 400 Main Street, Trussville. There will be a quick and easy drive-thru service. Limit 3 or 4 trash bags or boxes per vehicle. For more information, call The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce at (205) 655-7535.

April 5 Indy 5K Sponsored by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama In its inaugural year, The INDY 5K sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama will take place at 5:30 p.m. after the

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Infrastructure: Alabama Needs a Road Program. Wallace and Big Jim Knew This

By Steve Flowers

One of the obvious political changes in Alabama government over the last decades with the Republican takeover of the Legislature has been the reluctance to raise new revenue to fund state government.

Many of the current Republican legislators came to Montgomery in 2010 with a no new tax pledge.

Voting for any kind of tax or fee increase was considered blasphemous.

In bygone days, powerful governors like Big Jim Folsom and George Wallace would raise taxes at the drop of a hat. Especially when it came to a gasoline tax to build roads. It was perfunctory and almost mandatory for a governor to have a Road Program. That was their legacy and how they and their legislative allies made friends. It was expected that a governor would build roads. Rais-

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ing the gas tax was the only way to create a Road Program. Folks didn’t seem to mind. Looks like this current Legislature may have realized they need a Road Program.

During the Wallace era, one day, Governor Wallace was having a benign news conference to talk politics and garner publicity. A young reporter out of the blue asked him a pointed question. “Governor, why

do you give all the road building contracts and permits to your cronies, contributors and legislative allies?” Wallace looked at him quizzically and replied, “Who do you think I ought to give them to, my enemies?”

In 1983 I was a young freshman legislator and Wallace was in his last term as governor, and as usual, he was going to have a Road Program. Well he wasn’t just interested in raising the gas tax, he was taxing just about everything that wasn’t nailed down.

He had already asked us to pass eight or nine “revenue enhancement measures,” before he came with the whopper the gas tax for roads, highways, and bridges.

I was actually Wallace’s representative since I represented his home county of Barbour. Therefore, I was dutifully voting with the governor because, be-

lieve me, our area was going to get more than our fair share with Wallace as Governor.

To get his gas tax passed, he went to the wall and resorted to a tactic he had used in past administrations in his earlier years as governor. He would bring us down to his office, 10-15 at a time and hot box you and prod a commitment out of you. Well, I was in a group with a particularly bad boy named W.F. “Noopie” Cosby from Selma. Noopie had voted against all of Wallace’s Revenue Enhancement Measures. Noopie had acquired his nickname early in life and I’m not sure anyone in Selma or anywhere else knew his given name.

Wallace, besides being almost completely deaf, had also gotten prematurely senile because of the tremendous amount of pain killers he had to take

every day to even survive because of the devastating gunshot wounds to his body 10-years earlier. He was very hazy this day and he called Noopie “Nudy.”

He must have called him Nudy 20 times. I could hardly contain my laughter. Several of us in the room laughed so hard we started crying. It was the most humorous dialogue I ever recall. Wallace said, “Nudy, you need you a road program.” “When I was a legislator I had a road program for Barbour County.”

“Nudy you need a road program for Dallas County and Nudy we need these taxes for our road programs, so Nudy, here’s the way it works here.” “Nudy, if you vote for my taxes your road program will be part of my road program, but, Nudy if you don’t vote for my taxes I’m afraid you won’t have a road program and your road program will go to Barbour County.”

Big Jim Folsom had a Road Program. He built farm to market roads in every corner of the state so that Alabama small farmers who lived on dirt roads could get their crops to market. He made his legacy with this Farm to Market Road Program.

When I make a speech, in the state from Scottsboro to Dothan, many times I will share Big Jim stories with my audiences. Invariably, afterwards, some old timer will come up to me and say, “Flowers, if Big Jim was running for governor today, I’d vote for him. He paved my daddy’s road.

See you next week.

Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in more than 60 Alabama newspapers.

He served 16 years in the state legislature.

Steve may be reached at www. steveflowers.us.

Local educators unhappy with SB119 From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — A bill to repeal Common Core standards in Alabama will be taken up by a House Committee after spring break and educators have responded with concerns.

Trussville City Schools Superintendent Pattie Neill said Alabama has already revised original common core standards to create the Alabama College and Career Ready Standards (CCRS). Neill believes the problem with SB119 is that it "recommends sweeping curricular changes without comprehensive educator input." That, she said will "impede progress" and create confusion.

"I trust our Trussville teachers and administrators," Neill said. "I have studied the curriculum and I have invited all of the Trussville educators over many years to report to me or any administrator subject matter that could be deemed inappropriate in the state-mandated curriculum. As a result, not one teacher has reported a standard that represents inappropriate subject matter."

According to Neill, the current CCRS standards are high

and the standards are aligned with state testing.

"We are working hard to stay the course and keep our students moving forward, not backward," said Neill.

Neill suggests lawmakers use a method already in place to review and revise content on a yearly basis as opposed making sweeping changes.

Jefferson County Superintendent Dr. Craig Pouncey said he believes changing the standards now would erase all the progress teachers and students have been working for.

He said it's important for schools to know what direction they are supposed to be going and suddenly changing that direction is like "pulling the rug out" from under educators and making them start over.

"I want our children in Jefferson County to be competitive with those kids in Nashville, Tennessee, Athens, Georgia, Jackson, Mississippi and the only way we can make that happen is if we have the same standards on the same grades throughout the southeast," Pouncey said.

Dr. Pouncey also said he thinks the origin of Common Core standards has been misinterpreted.

"The issue is there is a

segment of the public that perceives Common Core as something that was created by Obama when in reality a common curriculum was requested by the Republican Governor's Association. They were the ones that initiated that process.

"I am hopeful that the House of Representatives and the members of the House will see through this charade and will hopefully allow Alabama to go forward with our current standards that I think are aligned with those in other states," said Pouncey.

District Math Coach at Trussville City Schools Monica Bramlett said reverting to previous standards would be a detriment to all students.

"Sometimes I think people that are against it don’t truly understand what it is," said Bramlett. "There is so much value in the way we are currently teaching our students.

The standards are rigorous."

Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh introduced the bill in response to state test scores that failed to improve under Common Core standards.

“It’s time to move on,” said Marsh, a Republican from Anniston. “We need to clear the slate. Just go ahead and get this out of the way. Let’s focus on

new standards for the state that are going to solve these problems.”

But Bramlett said low test scores are more of a reason to keep current standards.

"Instead of lowering the standards," said Bramlett, "the government should be pouring more money into our education system so that districts across the state can afford the necessary support needed to be more successful in these standards.

"Our students today will no longer be competing for jobs locally, but nationally and globally as technology continues to grow. If we lower our standards, our children will not have the necessary skills to attain or keep jobs in such a competitive workforce."

Pell City Schools Curriculum Specialist Kelly Seay said Common Core standards are research-based goals that show benchmarks of progress for each grade level, ensuring success in the next grade level.

Seay says all states have similar benchmarks.

"The attempt was initiated to encourage all states to set their benchmarks (or standards) for each grade level at the same pace in an effort for students to not only achieve

what research was showing they needed per content area but also to level the playing field," said Seay. This would also assist students who moved during the school year from either being ahead or behind the students in their new school.

Seay said extensive research has shown the importance of high-order thinking skills.

"Our brains not only retain information longer when we understand the process used to determine the correct answer but it also implants in us the ability to apply that thought process to other areas and situations we encounter in the future...Banning the use of all national standards will truly hurt our students academically."

Seay said she hopes a compromise can be found before rushed decisions are made.

Director of Special Programs for Tuscaloosa City Schools Andrew Maxey has been openly opposing Marsh's bill on Twitter. Maxey said he has voiced concerns and frustrations because repealing Common Core is not the answer for Alabama schools.

Maxey said as an educator he is frustrated to see lawmakers with no experience in

teaching making decisions for schools.

"Don't get me wrong, it's not all of them [lawmakers], but teachers have a very difficult, very complex job but are generally paid and treated as if their job is simple and when they advocate for the profession they are treated like they are complaining," said Maxey.

According to Maxey, the average amount of money spent per student each year and the poverty rate are things the education system can overcome with adequate funding.

Jefferson County educator Sabrina Wilks said she does not typically discuss politics or education policies but she is concerned about the long-term effect of a repeal of Common Core standards.

"This is my honest opinion as a passionate educator with over 24 years of experience," Wilks said. "I am also a parent of three children ages 23, 17 and 16 all of which have attended public schools during the time that the Alabama College and Career Standards have been in place. I feel that they are all ready for college and career based on what their very capable educators have been planning their lessons according to these standards."

Precision Retirement Planning and the Labyrinth Game Years ago, when my son was young, I had a revelation as we were playing with a simple toy. Do you remember playing the labyrinth game, or possibly better known as the “guide the BB through the maze to the hole” game? We’ve all been frustrated by the precision required in moving the bearing from the start to the finish while avoiding the traps of the maze.

It occurred to me that navigating challenging events and markets, while trying to generate durable retirement income for clients, can be a lot like playing this game. See, you have to have a steady hand as you tilt the game to the left, and to the right, forward, and backward, as the ball rolls through the channels.

One wrong move, and you have to correct, re-trace, and try to get the ball back in the groove. The objective

is to get the ball in the hole, each and every time, without having to make course corrections.

The game is difficult enough just trying to play it while standing still. Imagine how even more difficult it would be to consistently move the ball into the hole while walking and playing the game. How difficult would it be to accomplish the objective, if you were running? Better still, how difficult do you think it would be if you were playing the game while blindfolded?

My clients have hired me to do a job for them.

Among other things, that job entails moving the ball from the start, to the finish, each month, consistently, and reliably. It requires a steady hand for sure. Some months, I’m able to do that standing still. Some months, I’m having to nav-

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We recovered from each of those, and many investors feel whip sawed today as a result.

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O b i t u a ry Rogers Sisson

88, passed away Friday, March 22, 2019.

march

She was born April 29, 1930 in Birmingham, Alabama to Thomas and Katherine Malpeli Coe. Mrs. Dillon was a resident of Miramar Beach , since December 2014 moving from Birmingham, Alabama. She was Presbyterian by faith and a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She was a loving mother, wife, grandmother, Aunt, she was a friend to many, she was an excellent cook.

She was a last surviving child of nine. Mrs. Dillon was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 63 years, Phillip Ralph Dillon; two brothers, Frank Coe and Bill Coe; six sisters, Inez C. Harris, Mary C. Allen, Myrtie C. Mumah, Violet C. Scott, Evelyn C. Berzette and Helen C. Garrick. Mrs. Dillon is survived by sons, Phil Dillon and wife Leslie of Trussville, Alabama and Lee Dillon of Miramar Beach, Florida; daughter, Dian D. Hosmer and husband Jimmy of Miramar Beach, Florida; five grandchildren, Tyler Dillon, Cole Dillon, Stone Dillon, Katie Dillon, Madison; also survived by several nieces and nephews. A time of visitation will be held from 6:00~8:00 PM, Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens in Trussville, Alabama. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 27, 2019 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Jefferson Memorial Trussville directing.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.jmgardens.com

Andy Hooper october

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30, 1933 ~ march 24, 2019 (age 85)

Andy was born on October 30, 1933 and passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019. Andy was a resident of Alabama at the time of passing.

Andy leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Margaret, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 7 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren. He served in the air force and retired after 41 years as a civil engineer.

He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Services will be held Friday, March 29 at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

17, 1930 – march 21, 2019

On Thursday, March 21, 2019, Rogers Sisson, dearly loved and cherished husband, daddy, father-in-law, granddaddy, brother, and friend unexpectedly left this world for his Heavenly home after 89 rich, full years of life. He was a unique and amazing man, full of talents, hobbies, and interests, but was most known for his devotion to his family, his quiet confidence, and his servant heart. He was truly a living example of Christ. A native and longtime resident of Haleyville, Al, Rogers was born on March 17, 1930, to parents George & Beaulah Sisson. A 1949 graduate of Haleyville High School, Rogers was an accomplished student and outstanding athlete, earning honors in football, baseball, basketball, track, swimming, and diving. He was inducted into the Winston County Sports Hall of Fame in 2002. He was a veteran of the Korean War, where he served in the U.S. Army. Rogers married Peggy Sisson (Ayers) on March 5th, 1952. She was his sweetheart and the prettiest girl he had ever seen for 67 happy years. Rogers is survived by his wife, Peggy; daughters Jane McKinney and her husband Harlon; and Carol Garrett and her husband Danny; grandsons Zach McKinney and his wife Becca; Jake Garrett and his wife Maddie; John Garrett and his wife Jenny; and Nick Garrett and his fiancee Hope Todd; and great-grandchildren Naomi and Conor McKinney. Other survivors include one brother George Sisson, Jr. and sister Patsy Knight (Sisson). He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters Mildred Sisson Bates, Dorothy Sisson Benton, Beverly Sisson Taylor and brother, Harold Sisson. Rogers was blessed with a host of loving nieces, nephews and friends. Rogers loved and served Jesus Christ as a member and deacon of Haleyville First Baptist Church for most of his life. He was known for his quiet wisdom and servant leadership. He was a railroad man through and through, spending the bulk of his 43-year career as an Engineer for the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad. After retiring from the ICG, he worked for 13 years as a part-time dispatcher for the Haleyville Police and Fire Department. In 2008 Rogers and Peggy moved to Trussville, Al and became active members of their new community. They joined First Baptist Church Trussville, where Rogers served as deacon, was a member of the Senior Adult Choir, and the Dan Sims Sunday School Class. Rogers will always be remembered as a loving husband, a devoted family man, and a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. He was the rock of his family and showed everyone around him what it meant to be a servant who daily walks in communion with Christ. He was a very special man whose life was a blessing to everyone who knew him, and he will be deeply missed.

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$50 million dollars in upgrades coming to Talladega Superspeedway

By Shaun Szkolnik, sports editor

TALLADEGA — Already one of the premier tracks in America the Talladega Superspeedway is looking to stay in the victory lane by creating a modern new infield project that is set to arrive fall of 2019.

This transformation, as the Talladega Superspeedway is calling it, will build upon what already makes the speedway so special while integrating cutting edge technology to create spaces in the infield where fans can experience the facility in a way that has never been possible before.

The redevelopment is estimated to cost around $50 million dollars and promises new attractions with amenities that have been enhanced and designed to appeal to fans,

John Ray’s truck cab and Jeffrey Earnhardt at the new Talladega tunnel

sponsors, teams and stakeholders alike.

Some of the new features will include an interactive

garage fan zone experience, wi-fi enabled garage fan zone experience, open-air club with up-close garage

viewing, garage suites, new pit road club, new Gatorade victory lane, exclusive social areas, premium RV camping

with power and water hookups, infield shower trailers, a new Turn 3 oversized vehicle tunnel that will be open 24 hours a day and food and beverage stands.

Much of the construction will commence immediately after the spring race, however, one of the showcases of the project, a new oversized vehicle tunnel, has already been completed.

Lance Taylor, president of Taylor Corporation which is in charge of construction, made the announcement at a press conference on Tuesday.

“That tunnel is open today.” Taylor Said. “It is a big day for us … I got to give the guys a lot of credit. It’s not me, there is a team of us out there getting that done.”

As part of the ceremony opening the tunnel the first vehicle to make its way through was John Ray’s truck

cab, a staple at the track, with NASCAR driver Jeffrey Earnhardt going along for the ride.

For Earnhardt the Talladega Superspeedway has a special significance. As the grandson of Dale Earnhardt and the nephew of Dale Jr. his family has a lot of history in Talladega and he is excited to make his debut on the track this spring.

“My grandfather was the best here,” said Earnhardt during a press conference. “It was incredible what he was able to accomplish. Getting around this track, and to be able to carry on that legacy of just dominance that my whole family has shown here at the speedway, would be incredible and to put the iK9 Toyota in the victory lane would be one heck of a way to start our first cup race for Xtreme Concepts Racing.”

Mustang Museum of America opens in Odenville From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

ODENVILLE — Muscle car enthusiasts, and Mustang fans in particular, have reason for celebration as the brandnew Mustang Museum of America opened to the public on Saturday.

The museum boasts nearly 100 mustangs on display

from every generation up to 2015 including the highly sought after 1964-1/2.

The museum is located in the city of Odenville and is also the home of Bob Powell who, over four years ago, envisioned building a museum dedicated to the Ford Mustang. Growing up on the 60s and 70s, a time period often known as the golden

age of muscle cars, Powell had always been around and worked on cars, mostly Fords, so the Mustang was a natural focus for his collection. That collection is now on display at the museum. Many other Mustang enthusiasts have either loaned or donated their vehicles to the collections.

“We could not be more excited to have this amazing

museum here in Odenville,” said Odenville Mayor Buck Christian. “The owners have taken such care in collecting and displaying these immaculate vehicles, and we hope to see many visitors come to Odenville to see their collection. We also hope they will spend the day here and visit some of our other local restaurants and businesses.”

The Museum is housed in a new 31,000 square foot building at 49 Foreman Farm Road in Odenville, directly behind Fred’s on Highway 411. The museum has on display at least one Mustang from every production year

from 1964-1/2 to 2015 and also has many special models on displays including some that may be the only one remaining in existence. It also has the largest collection of Mustang highway patrol and police vehicles in the world and is the only museum open in the United States that is totally dedicated to the Ford Mustang.

“This museum is worth coming to see,” said Odenville Area Chamber of Commerce President Bruce Mardis. “It is always great to see new businesses come into town and add to the offerings of our community.”

The Mustang Museum of America is open Thursday through Monday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. However, with a prior arrangement the museum can be opened at other times. There is a $15 admission fee to tour the museum showroom, however, there are membership opportunities that provide free admission during the membership period. Families of four our more qualify for a special price of $45. The museum has a gift shop with t-shirts, hats and other items for sale to members and visitors. The site can be found online at MustangMuseumofAmerica.com.

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Faith

Kids talk about God: Why Is Jesus Forgiving?

By Carey Kinsolving and friends

"Everyone says forgiveness is a lovely idea until they have something to forgive," wrote author C.S. Lewis.

Think of a time when someone deliberately hurt you. Then, multiply your pain 10,000 times. You might be able to relate to how God feels when faced with a world of people who have sinned against him. Ultimately, all sin is against God. Taylor, age 11, says Jesus can forgive because "God is him, and God has no flaws. So he is perfect, and with that job comes forgiveness."

If you want to look at God's "job" related to forgiveness, consider human judges.

Are human judges unrighteous because they uphold the

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law by sending criminals to jail? Neither would God be unjust if he immediately judged us every time we sinned.

Jesus is forgiving because "He has no reason to hold a grudge, and He loves us," says Matt, 11. Sentencing a

criminal to jail doesn't mean the judge is holding a grudge.

And God, as the perfectly just judge, has every right to hold our sins against us.

Hayley, 10, says Jesus forgives because "He knows we are sorry." Do you mean "sorry" as in regret or "sorry" as in pitiful? Many convicted felons are sorry for their crimes, but that doesn't absolve them from serving time behind bars.

If you mean "sorry" as in realizing we're in a pitiful condition because we've broken God's laws, you're headed in the right direction. By comparing ourselves to other people instead of God's perfect righteousness, we can easily fool ourselves into thinking we're hot stuff.

"Jesus is forgiving because he knows that we accidentally did something we should not

have done," says Haley, 7. Accidents happen, but sinning is usually deliberate and willful.

Try telling a judge you "accidentally" went 70 miles per hour in a 45 miles-per-hour zone.

"Because Jesus is very nice" is the reason Hayes, 10, gives for Jesus forgiving us.

Is a judge mean because he makes a thief repay the money he stole? Justice is served when "nice" judges make thieves pay for their mean crimes.

"I think Jesus is forgiving because God sent Jesus to die on the cross to save us from our sins," says Lauren, 10.

As Taylor, 12, adds, "It wasn't the nails that hurt him; it was everybody's sins."

Jesus didn't have anything for which he needed forgiveness. On the other hand, we

have many deeds, words and thoughts that need forgiveness.

Even one of the criminals crucified with the Lord Jesus recognized this. "Then one of the criminals who were hanged blasphemed Him, saying, 'If you are the Christ, save yourself and us.' But the other, answering, rebuked him, saying, 'Do you not even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? And we indeed justly, for we receive the due reward of our deeds; but this man has done nothing wrong'" (Luke 23:39-41).

You don't have to be a convict on death row to express outrage against injustice or to realize our need of forgiveness when we stand before God. Even upstanding citizens will stand guilty before God unless they've trusted the one who

suffered unjustly on their behalf.

Think about this: Jesus can forgive us because he paid our debt to God the Father when he allowed himself to be crucified.

Memorize this truth: "For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him" (II Corinthians 5:21).

Ask this question: Will you receive Jesus' forgiveness by believing in him as your savior?

"Kids Talk About God" is written and distributed by Carey Kinsolving. To access free, online "Kids Color Me Bible" books, "Mission Explorers" videos, a new children's musical, and all columns in a Bible Lesson Archive, visit www.

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Thriving in His plan

By Mike Ennis, Faith Community Fellowship Springville Campus Pastor

Life sometimes takes twists and turns that are well….not what we had planned. Truth is, everyone has challenges. Every family, every marriage, every parent encounters “stuff” in life that is different than how we planned it.

Today, I want to share the story of someone who experienced some “twists” in life and yet found confidence and faith to move forward.

Here is Dedra’s story...

As do most women out there, I wear many hats; I am a wife, a mother to three boys, and work full time as an administrator. And because my 3-year-old son has special needs, I also take on the role of child advocate, cheerleader, therapist and medical caregiver, just to name a few.

Levi is not able to walk yet, so for the majority of his day, I am also his legs.

While I would not change any of this, in all honesty, it is not always easy. Being pulled in so many directions

can take a toll on me and I fully admit that I could not do any of this effectively without Christ at the center of my life. There are days when He is leading and guiding me, others when He is strengthening and comforting me and then days when He flat out has to carry me because I feel I have nothing left to give.

One of my favorite scripture verses is Acts 17:28 which says, “For in Him we live and move and have our being...” This verse tells me that God is sovereign and He is in control through all

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the circumstances that life brings my way. No matter how many hats I wear, He has a plan and a purpose for all of them. I am not alone in this journey and I don’t have

to struggle through life trying to be strong in my own power.

This verse also means that I am not defined by any of the roles I play in life, whether it be a mentor to my teachers, helpmeet to my husband or nurturer to our boys, none of that defines who I am.

So while the biggest hat I wear is wife and momma, perhaps my most important hat is that of being a Christ-follower; for in it, I find my strength, purpose and identity. Resting in this truth enables me to carry on,

day in and day out, doing what God desires, and not just living, but also thriving!

What an amazing story!

Just like Dedra, we all face challenges and feel the burden of being defined by our circumstances. You are NOT your circumstance, your last failure, your last job demotion or termination or your last failed relationship. In a relationship with God, you too will find strength, purpose and identity. You are a uniquely gifted person that God created to thrive and experience amazing joy.

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Springville varsity softball beats Center Point 15-0

By Shaun Szkolnik, sports editor

CENTER POINT – Springville varsity softball was unstoppable in Thursday’s game against Center Point, trouncing the Eagles 15-0.

Abbey Swaney took the win for the Tigers throwing a no-hitter. Swaney went three innings and gave up zero hits and zero runs. She struck out

HT Outdoor Track and Field competes in Homewood Invitational From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

HOMEWOOD Hewitt-Trussville

— Out-

door Track and Field traveled out of town over the weekend to participate in the Homewood Invitational.

The outing was a great success for the boys’ and the girls’ teams, with the Husky Boys finishing sixth out of 26 teams and

the Husky Girls finishing fifth out of 22 teams.

The Huskies travel to Auburn for a meet on Thursday.

Hayden Neugent pitches complete game shut out in Huskies 14-0 victory over Dale County Christian

By Shaun Szkolnik, sports editor

A shutout led the way to Hewitt-Trussville varsity softball’s Tuesday victory over Dale County Christian. The Huskies defeated Dale County Christian 14-0.

Hayden Neugent took the win for Trussville. Neugent

See SPRINGVILLE, Page 16

See HAYDEN, Page 16

Pinson Valley softball puts up 5 homers in 20-4 victory over Pelham

HewittTrussville Tennis Team finds success at this year’s Austin Invite

By Shaun Szkolnik, sports editor

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

PELHAM — Pinson Valley varsity softball routed Pelham 20-4 at Thursday’s game.

Mollie Peoples gave a dazzling performance, contributing four hits with a homer in the second, and singles in the fourth, fifth and sixth innings.

Indian Shauna Clevenger also brought the good stuff See PINSON, Page 16

DECATUR – Hewitt-Trussville athletics were well represented over the weekend as the boys’ and girls’ tennis teams were included in this year’s Austin Invite. Sixteen teams participated in the event held in Decatur.

Photo courtesy hewitt-trussville

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2019 HTMS Golf Invitational held at Trussville Country Club

Hewitt-Trussville Mountain Bike Team leading the way

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

By Shaun Szkolnik, sports editor

TRUSSVILLE – This year’s HTMS invitational was a great success as 96 middleschool-aged golfers participated in the event held at the Trussville County Club on Monday. The Huskies finished fifth as a team for the event with Mountain Brook coming in first and Pizitz Middle School taking second. Student athletes Landon Elders, Jeh Elders and Gavin Isbell were the low three scorers for the Hewitt-Trussville team.

Winning is nice, but the real virtue of student athletics is to be found in the lessons they provide for the arena of life. Hewitt-Trussville Athletic Director Lance Walker spoke to this.

“It is a great thing we do here,” Walker said. “Just trying to grow the game of golf for our young kids throughout the Birmingham communities.

We’ve got 11 middle school teams here…it’s a great thing for them to be involved in (and

TRUSSVILLE — One of the fastest growing sports in high school athletics is mountain bike racing, and Hewitt-Trussville got in on the ground floor. Not only that, but the Huskies mountain bike team was state champion two years ago and for the last two years can claim the varsity boys state champion.

“This is the fifth year that Trussville has had a mountain biking team and it is the fifth year that Alabama has had a league,” Said coach Rhonda Brittain. “So, we’ve had a team since the inception of the Alabama league.”

The high school and middle school teams practice together and the inaugural season they boasted a total number of 13 riders. That number has grown every year and now, between high school and middle school, there are fifty student-athletes participating in the sport.

As with any sport, the key to being successful in mountain biking is a mixture of talent, training, coaching and having the right equipment.

Riders have to be equipped with helmets, shoes that can clip into the peddles and, of course, a mountain bike. Students are responsible for providing their own bikes and they must be a bit stouter than what is required for average street use. Their bikes have to be lighter and come with high-quality components so that, as Brittain put it, the bike will shift when it needs to shift and brake when it needs to brake.

Once properly equipped the student-athletes are set to begin their practice and training.

“We do a combination of conditioning and skills,” said Brittain. “So, we typically have several skills clinics in late fall to the early part of the winter. Our regular sea-

Photo courtesy Cathy Elders

will prepare them for) when they’re dads and husbands and coworkers someday. When you talk about honesty and hard work and how to be a good teammate and all those things, so it is something that we are glad to be a part of.”

The tournament took on a special meaning for members of the HTMS golf team. It was

a chance to do what they love in their own home and community.

“It is a great thing to be able to showcase our community,” Walker said. “There is so much traveling involved with golf.

With something like football or basketball, half of your games are home games, but with golf that hardly ever happens.”

2 wins and no losses for HewittTrussville varsity soccer

By Shaun Szkolnik, sports editor

TRUSSVILLE — Fans of Hewitt-Trussville soccer have a lot to be happy about. Both the boys’ and the girls’ varsity teams racked up a win and had no losses last week.

The varsity boys went up against Woodlawn on March 19. The Huskies defeated the Colonels with a score of 120. Goal Keeper Ethan Wilson had the shutout and Gabe Kirk lead scoring with a hat trick.

The boys’ team faced off against Stanhope Elmore on March 20. The Huskies ended up tying their opponents with a score of 1-1. Eric Besse gave the Huskies their lone goal.

Varsity girls took on Richmond Hill (Georgia) on March

22 in a game that ended in a 1-1 tie. Husky Lizzy Hurst gave Hewitt-Trussville their lone goal.

The girls’ team defeated Hilton Head (South Carolina) at the March 23 game by a score of 2-1. Huskies Kel-

ly Dunn and Averi Hathcock both scored for Hewitt-Trussville to give the Huskies the win.

Both the varsity boys’ and varsity girls’ teams will host Gadsden City on April 2 for Senior Night.

Photo by the Hewitt-Trussville mountain bike racing team

son practice will start Dec. 1 and we usually train Tuesday, Thursday and one day on the weekend. We’ve actually been fortunate enough to have a couple of areas close to the school, and also the middle school, where we can train and typically on the weekends, we can go to either Oak Mountain or Tannehill State Park to do more of a trail ride.”

Some of the skills necessary to compete in mountain biking include creek crossing, being able to turn sharp corners and riding over rocks and roots.

“It takes a lot of focus,” Brittain said, “and a lot of trail skill to be able to maneuver through those obstacles. In addition, they have to have really good fitness, because it is an endurance sport.”

The focus has paid off, as evident by Hewitt-Trussville being the state champions for 2018 and by a big win they had at a race in Huntsville on Sunday.

The Huntsville course was a little over five miles and presented a combination of wideopen areas, that required a lot of sprinting, as well as a number of tight turns. In the past bikers were allowed to ride through rocket city and actually go below the rockets; this year, however, that did not happen. “(The Huntsville race) was really a test of endurance,” said Brittain. “Some kids are better at the flatter sections and some kids are better at the more technical trail sections, but overall … we had about 540 registered riders across the state and, I want to say, 31 teams overall.

They have smaller teams and

Kyser, Emily Robinson, Hannah King and Kyndall Gipson.

Kyser contributed two

stolen bases to the Tigers’ efforts. In total, Springville had nine stolen bases for the game.

larger teams. We’re a larger team and so we’re scored as Division 1 … it was definitely a test of endurance, for this race.”

Brittain is positive about the future of the sport and how it can provide its practitioners with a skill that will serve them long after their high school athletic careers have ended.

“I would definitely say it is a growing sport. What is cool about it is that it is not a mainstream sport, it is a team sport, it has the team aspect but it also has individual as well. The last two years we’ve had the state champion for the varsity boys … for our kids to have that potential and to do that two years in a row is pretty incredible.

We were state champions two years ago, so we’re hoping to win the whole thing again this year,” Brittain said.

“This is something that kids can do now,” said Brittain. “But it is also something that they can do later with their families, or individually for years to come. I think that kind of sets it apart from other sports as well.”

The Hewitt-Trussville mountain bike team will have another race Sunday, March 31 at Oak Mountain with the high school girls starting at 9 a.m., the middle school boys starting at 11:15 a.m. and the High School boys starting at 1 p.m.

“The events are very family friendly. Yes, there is competition, but when you’ve got 1500 to 2000 people cheering for you it is a pretty amazing feeling. And everybody is supporting you even though there is a competition … it is a very supportive group.”

HAYDEN, from page 15

Gabe Kirk, Hewitt-Trussville soccer team

SPRINGVILLE, from page 15

seven and walked zero.

The Tigers racked up nine runs in the first inning with the contribution of Makalyn

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allowed one hit and zero runs over four innings. She struck out six.

Dale County Christian pitching allowed 14 runs on 13 hits with two strikeouts and zero walks. The Husky offense hit the ground running when Hannah Borden singled in the first inning and scored

one run.

The Huskies really set it on fire in the third inning when a total of seven runs were scored. Abigail Dorsett, Kenleigh Cahalan, Borden and Kaley Walters all contributed RBIs. Hewitt-Trussville was lightening at the plate putting

up 13 hits for the game. Cahalan, Maddie Katona, Hanna Dorsett and Dorsett got multiple hits for the Huskies. The best for the day was Cahalan who went three-for-three at the plate.

Hewitt Trussville had one error in the game, Dale County Christian had four.

PINSON, from page 15

PVHS Varsity Softball, Photo Courtesy PVHS

when, in the first inning, she grounded out and scored a run.

The Indians big inning came in the sixth when they put up a total of 10 runs. Anna

Sullivan, Keara Gibbs, Graci Graves and Ka’Mya Hampton were indispensable to the success. Each of those players delivered an RBI in the top of

the sixth.

Hampton had the mound for Pinson Valley for three and a third innings. She gave up three runs on two hits and struck out two. Jordan Walker pitched for two and two-thirds innings in relief.

The Indians offense was on fire, putting up a total of five homers for the day from Gibbs, Hampton, Peoples and Walker.

Pinson Valley’s 20 runs game from 18 hits for the day.

TENNIS TEAM, from page 15

The Hewitt-Trussville Boys’ tennis team finished third out of sixteen teams and the Hewitt Trussville Girls’ tennis team finished fourth out of sixteen teams.

Husky student-athlete Blakely Valdez won the number two singles bracket in the tournament. Husky student-athlete Isabella Hall made it to the finals in number three singles.

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