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SPRINGVILLE — The Springville City Council met for the first regular meeting of April on Monday night, April 4. Two zoning proposals from the second March meeting returned to the agenda.

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Leeds Council adopts public comment policy

By Nathan Prewett For The Tribune

LEEDS – A meeting of the Leeds City Council began on Monday, April 4, allowing two candidates to speak before moving on to regular business that included a nuisance hearing and adopting a public comments guidelines policy, among other actions.

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Irondale Chamber announces annual golf tournament From The Tribune staff reports

IRONDALE — The Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce has announced the date for its annual golf tournament.

This year’s tournament will be held on Monday, May 9, at Highland Park See TOURNAMENT, Page 4

Jury finds Chambers not guilty of murder

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

BIRMINGHAM — The jury foreman in the murder trial of Jacob Naquade Chambers read a short and simple sentence Friday morning: “We the jury find the defendant not guilty.”

The 33-year-old Chambers, of Odenville, was on trial for the November 2020 See CHAMBERS, Page 4

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‘Meads Miracles’ hosts fundraiser to raise awareness for CDG

By Hannah Curran Editor

TRUSSVILLE — “Meads Miracles” plans to host a fundraiser to raise awareness for Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation (CDG) on Monday, May 16.

CDG Awareness Day is May 16, and Hannah and Jared Meads have discussed hosting an annual fundraising event.

To kick off the day, a golf tournament will be held at Grayson Valley Country Club at 11 a.m. Following the tournament, awards will be given out at 4 p.m. at Ferus Artisan Ales in Trussville. Ferus will donate 10 percent of all food and merchandise sold at Ferus will go to The Bell Center, an Early Childhood Development Center in Birmingham.

The Meads asks that all attendees wear green to support CDG Awareness Day. “We’ll have different things, we’re going to have a band from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. playing at Ferus, and we plan to have a raffle, selling T-shirts, stuff like that there,” Hannah said.

Irondale Council recognizes citizen and educational leaders

By Tanna M. Friday For The Tribune

Hannah explained that you do not have to attend the golf tournament to attend the second event at Ferus.

The money raised at the events will be donated to the Bell Center to help fund equipment that they use for

therapies for kids with these diagnoses and disabilities. The donation will also help pay for scholarships for families that can’t pay the full tuition or can’t pay the tuition at all.

“They don’t like to turn families away, so they have a

scholarship system,” Hannah said. “So this money can help go to pay for some scholarships for families who can’t afford to be at the Bell Center just on their own.”

IRONDALE — The Irondale City Council met Tuesday evening, April 5, for their regular scheduled meeting to honor citizen and educational leaders for their service to Irondale and surrounding communities.

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Trussville's Boy Scouts of America Troop 216.

(Photo courtesy of Laura White)

essary, dates, times, and he organized and led volunteers throughout the completion of the project. He also secured donations for the supplies and materials needed.

“The map project serves as the last big step toward the rank of Eagle Scout for Reagan,” White’s mother, Laura White, said. “The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest and most prestigious achievement a Scounty can reach. Highly respected, the rank of Eagle Scout carries with it special significance, not only in Scouting, but also in school, business, and the community.”

To attain the Eagle rank,

a Scout must earn at least 21 merit badges, fulfill leadership roles, display outdoor skills, demonstrate by example the Scout Oath and Law, and complete a comprehensive service project in the community.

“Outside of Boy Scouts, Reagan is an excellent student at HTHS. He has an A average while taking advanced and AP classes,” Laura said. “Reagan is also involved in the theatre department at the high school as well as community theatre.

Reagan is in a singing group called Broadway Bound, through which he has had the opportunity to sing the National Anthem for the Mont-

gomery Biscuits and UAB Blazers.”

White also enjoys playing the tuba in the HTHS marching band and wind ensemble as well as singing with the chamber choir. He has been a part of the TCS system since kindergarten and is thrilled to be able to give back with his Eagle Scout Project.

White would like to thank several people whom he could not have completed the project without. Ace Hardware of Trussville donated all of the paint supplies and materials needed. Scoutmaster, Kimball Karmondi, as well as several other leaders in his troop, including Karen Karmondi, advancement chair person, and others were instrumental in making it possible. White would also like to thank his parents for their support and hard work “Boy Scouts that volunteered were Riley Harper, Liam McGinnis, Thomas Pair, and Luke Stutsman,” Laura said. “Reagan is very grateful to his former Scout Master, Dr. Matt Brown, who served Reagan and the Trussville troop for many, many years.”

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Missing Florida woman’s remains found Springville

SPRINGVILLE — Law enforcement sources confirm the location that a missing Florida woman’s body was found in a Springville barn on Sunday, April 3.

Special Agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI)

Trussville’s Boy Scouts paints U.S. map for Paine Elementary School TRUSSVILLE — Trussville’s Boy Scouts of America Troop 216 spent a portion of their time off painting a large US map in the courtyard at Paine Elementary School (PES). The map is designed to be used for educational games and applications in history, geography, economics, and politics.

Reagan White, 17, a junior at Hewitt Trussville High School (HTHS) and member of Troop 216 worked closely with Dr. Patti Neal, Trussville City Schools (TCS) superintendent, and Dr. Lisa Lothspeich, principal at PES, to make sure the map would be a positive addition to the school and benefit both the teachers and the students.

White also took the lead in making it happen as he developed the idea of a project that would serve the community as well as highlight Reagan’s love for art and all things creative. Reagan planned extensively everything from the space needed, the financial investment, the materials nec-

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LEEDS — Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce and City of Leeds, along with the Workout Anytime Leeds Team, cut the ribbon on Monday, March 28, at their re-grand opening to celebrate their new mega-faSee FITNESS, Page 3

Armed robbery at Taziki’s in Trussville under investigation From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — An armed robbery at Taziki’s in Trussville on Sunday, April 3, at approximately 9:21 p.m. is under investigation.

According to the Trussville Police Department (TPD), a heavy-set black male in a grey hoodie and sweatpants enSee ROBBERY, Page 4

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Special guest, honoree, and longtime resident, Mr. Van Phillips Sr., opened the meeting in prayer.

Those in attendance included Council members Robert Box, Cindy Cuellar, John London, Aaron Sims, David Spivey, and Mayor James Douglas Stewart, Jr. During Mayor Stewart’s report, he presented the Prescott House Child Advocacy Group with a proclamation recognizing April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which emphasizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect.

According to the Child Welfare website, this collaboration, prevention services, and support help protect children and produce thriving families.

Stewart also recognized three out of the ten teachers

(Left to Right) Mayor Stewart, Van A. Phillips, and Councilperson London. (Photo by Tanna Friday)

and residents selected for the Teacher of the Year award.

Those recognized included teacher at Shades Valley High School, Ivy Bishop, sixth-grade teacher of Irondale Middle School, Yohna Mills, and elementary teacher of Grantswood Community School, Andrea Riley. Each were awarded monies going

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towards schools, including a $2,500 grant awarded to Teacher of the Year Riley.

During Council reports, councilperson John London presented two proclamations recognizing residents Van A. Phillips, Sr., and Robert Crenshaw.

Phillips played seven sports, graduated from Phil-

lips High School in 1978, and earned an athletic scholarship from Kentucky State University. He returned to Birmingham to teach, and for the past three decades, he has been a principal in the Jefferson County School System, including Center Point High School.

Crenshaw, Irondale resident for over 30 years, is the immediate past president of Alabama A&M University National Alumni Association, member of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, where he serves as a deacon and is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Crenshaw served in the community for 24 years and was recognized as one of Irondale’s outstanding citizens.

The Irondale Council will meet on Tuesday, April 12, for a special called meeting beginning at 6 p.m. at the Irondale City Hall.

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Councilman Kenneth Washington filled in for Mayor David Miller, who Washington said was absent due to an issue with his back.

Susan DuBose, who has spoken in previous meetings, briefly addressed the audience as she runs for House District 45. She reiterated term limits as part of her platform and invited the public to look up her positions on her website.

DuBose was followed by Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway, who is running for re-election. Pettway outlined some of the programs administered during his time as sheriff and answered two questions from the audience, one of which asked for his opinion on the recent law allowing for concealed guns to be carried without a permit. He responded with his concern that people who go out of state to those without Alabama’s policy might face complications and encouraged people to buy a lifetime permit.

Afterward, the council heard from Katie Wiswall from the Alabama Forestry Commission, who recognized the city for participating in the Tree City USA program.

“I’m here to recognize y’all – all of y’all – for being a tree city for your 32nd year,” she said. “So that is a huge deal, congratulations.”

She went on to say that to be recognized as a Tree City, a community has to have an ordinance that implements tree care and makes expenses to do

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Local / Region so, as well as a proclamation each year from the mayor.

The council was presented with a Tree City flag and a plaque to be placed at City Hall.

Later in the meeting, the council considered a resolution to authorize a temporary license agreement for a Jefferson County Environmental Services project near City Hall, which was approved unanimously.

The license agreement was with Jordan Excavating Company to install temporary facilities on city property to move wastewater from a Jefferson County sanitary sewer to a water treatment facility. More specific details and pictures of the site of the project can be seen in the agenda packet for the April 4 meeting.

The project was estimated to take six months to complete.

Afterward, the council heard from Fire Chief Larry Parsons on authorizing a mobile app service, thegovapp. com, that would be budget neutral. Parsons explained that the app provides information on city services, including events and emergencies. The app is available for iPhones and Android users. The request was approved.

The council then turned its attention to adopting a meeting public participation policy.

City Attorneys Johnny Brunson and Scott Barnet explained the policy, saying that it was recommended by the Alabama League of Municipalities.

The policy regarding people who speak during public comments remains the same.

Still, it specifies certain things,

such as not allowing third-party speakers to address the council whenever someone is at the podium.

“I’ve reviewed the procedures, and it doesn’t look like it limits anything any less than what’s been done in the past,” said Councilman Eric Turner. “I’m certainly in favor of having comments between the council and the public. I think that just maybe one of the things to point out, as [Barnett and Brunson] said, is you may address the council and the council addresses them. I think it doesn’t allow for third-party comments to be shouted from the crowd. It’s pretty much between one speaker and the council.”

The guidelines also allow for comments to be turned into the council to be read out loud without the commenter needing to attend. After some discussion, the council voted to approve the resolution.

The full list of policies can be found on the agenda packet.

The last action that the council took was to approve a budget adjustment to fund two vacant police department positions, as well as to fund the relocation of Municipal Court Magistrate Laura Roberts and the City Court to the Civic Center.

The council discussed potentially bringing in two officers from the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office to fill in the positions not to exceed $125,000 from reserve funds. The court’s move is estimated not to exceed $250,000 to complete.

During public comments, several residents spoke on the

ongoing controversy regarding the city and the library. The first speaker, Daniel McCormick, addressed the funding request rejected in February and encouraged the council to reconsider.

The second speaker was Lindsay Bolcar, who addressed a comparison Miller reportedly made about the library compared to Irondale’s. She cited statistics from the Alabama Public Library Service that she said showed that the Leeds Jane Culbreth Library was operating under half the budget that Irondale is.

She went on to say that the Alabama Public Library Service’s information stated that the average salary for a librarian was $42,000, and then she suggested that the city’s library was underfunded with an underpaid staff. She also cited the Trussville Public Library as an example of an “aspirational” place that the Leeds library can follow if funded with an amount reportedly the same as Irondale.

In other business, the council: • Tabled a resolution to declare a property on 142 Willow Street to be a nuisance for 63 days as the owner makes progress in cleaning it up, • Updated its return-to-work policy for employment-related injuries, and • Updated its pre-employment physical policy.

Meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of every month at City Hall on 1400 9th Street Northeast. Agenda packets can be seen online at the City of Leeds website.

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obtained and executed a search warrant at a Springville residence at the request of the Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office.

According to the ALEA, the body of 37-year-old Cassie Carli of Navarre, Florida, was found in a shallow grave during the search at 7826 U.S. Highway 11, in Springville, when authorities executed a search warrant on a property in St. Clair County. The barn where Carli’s remains were located is believed to be located on Highway 11 in Springville.

ty Sheriff’s Office Facebook page stated. “Currently, this case remains an active investigation. We are cautious as to the information being released due to the sensitivity of this case. The mutual child is still safe.”

Carli was last seen in a restaurant parking lot in Navarre, Florida, on Sunday, March 27, when she met Spanevelo so their daughter, Saylor, could visit him.

Carli’s father reported her missing to the Santa Rosa sheriff’s authorities on Monday, March 28.

Authorities later located Carli’s vehicle behind the

Law enforcement sources confirms that Carli's remains were found at this barn on Highway 11 in Springville. (Photo by Scott Buttram)

Carli’s ex-boyfriend, Marcus Spanevelo, is said to have a connection with the property Carli was found on.

Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office stated that Spanevelo was arrested by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations and the Tennessee Highway Patrol in Lebanon, Tennessee, where he is being held on charges of tampering with evidence, giving false information concerning a missing persons investigation, and destruction of evidence.

“Spanevelo was arrested based on a Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes warrant which was signed by a Judge,” Santa Rosa Coun-

restaurant where she had met Spanevelo on Sunday.

Carli’s daughter was located safe and unharmed.

St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, Springville Police Department, St. Clair County District Attorney’s Office, and Deputies from the Santa Rosa Sheriff’s Office assisted in the search for Carli. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency continues to investigate the case.

Nothing further is available as the investigation is ongoing.

Authorities ask that anyone with information on the case call 911 or Santa Rosa County Crime Stoppers at 850-437-STOP.

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shooting death of his stepfather, Paul Trull Jr. at a home in Clay.

The jury deliberated from 11:31 a.m. until just past 4 p.m. on Thursday, returning once to ask Circuit Judge Teresa Tanner Pulliam to clarify the law around intentional murder, reckless manslaughter and self-defense. They reconvened Friday morning at 9 a.m. and

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The Meads twins, Tucker and Bennett, were born with a rare genetic disorder, CDG. CDG is a large group of rare genetic disorders that affect adding sugar building blocks, called glycans, to proteins in cells throughout the body.

The addition of glycans to proteins is critical to the

delivered their verdict shortly before 11 a.m.

“I think the evidence was conclusive that my client had to protect himself and acted in self-defense,” said defense attorney John Tindal. “They found that it was self-defense and ‘Not guilty’ was the correct verdict.”

Tindal said he was not surprised by the jury’s verdict.

Lead prosecutor Joe Hicks had no comment following the verdict. Alexander Carey, who

helped prosecute the case, previously said that he could not speak to the media without a supervisor’s consent.

Prosecutors argued that Chambers went to Trull’s home in Clay to confront him, pausing to load his own weapon and put a round in the chamber before arriving at the residence on the 7500 block of Weems Road, proving intent in the killing.

The jury, instead, believed the defense’s argument of self-defense.

Chambers, who took the stand in his own defense earlier in the week, claimed he wanted to confront Trull about alleged sexual abuse of Chambers’ sister, Alex Foster, when she was a child. Foster testified on Chambers’ behalf earlier this week, saying that he acted in self-defense as Trull approached him during their confrontation.

Chambers fired five times at Trull, hitting him three times in the head.

healthy function of cells.

Bennett and Tucker were diagnosed with the most common type of CDG, type 1a or PMM2, with only around 900 documented cases worldwide, and very few of those cases are diagnosed in a set of twins.

Tucker and Bennett passed away in August 2021, shortly after their first birthday.

“We just want to do anything that we can to honor the boys and to help organizations

that meant something to us during our journey,” Hannah said. “So the boys were a part of the Bell Center for a short time, and they were helpful to us and impacted us, so we just want to give back to them.

We are doing that, honoring our boys, and trying to give awareness about CDG, and giving back to an organization that meant a lot to us.”

The Meads boys impacted many people in their short

time. The doctors and nurses who cared for them saw the light that Tucker and Bennett were shining. They were the happiest babies. Hannah explained that in a place where God is not typically seen, the boys were miracles through it all.

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Golf Course (3300 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham). The shotgun start tournament will begin at 8 a.m.

The presenting sponsor is Cox Pools. Corporate sponsors

registrations are currently still available.

For more information about the Chamber, please email diane@irondalechamber.org, visit the Chamber’s new website at www.irondalechamber.org, ‘like’ them on Facebook at Irondale Chamber, or call (205) 478-2469.

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tered the business and robbed a Taziki’s worker at gunpoint.

The suspect left the restaurant in an unknown direction.

The suspect stole cash from Taziki’s and personal items from the victim.

TPD continues to investigate the situation.

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One proposal concerned a neighborhood named The Haven, which was to be located near the Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve—a Forever Wild property located near Murphree’s Valley Road in Springville.

Dean Goforth and City Attorney James Hill addressed the zoning request in the work session prior to the meeting. Goforth serves as Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Committee.

The development would rezone one piece of property and also annex and rezone unincorporated property owned by Betty Bettis. Both properties would be rezoned as PUD (Planned Unit Development). This property lies north and east of Old Mill Road and north of Robinson Street behind the historic district of downtown.

“Originally, when this started, it was a much bigger project,” Goforth said. “I feel like we did a very good job of asking for changes. [They did a good job of] listening and exchanging ideas. It was about somebody listening to what the city wanted and addressing those needs,” he said.

The project was first proposed with as many as 484 homes but was later reduced to 246 homes. In the public

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hearing on March 21, citizens shared some concerns about the increased traffic in the area, school crowding, water pollution, and home sizes.

No motion was made to vote on the proposal, which effectively killed the zoning requests.

Another item first addressed in the March 21 meeting involved the rezoning of the Bagley/Clements property near Spring Valley Church on US Hwy 11 from A-1 agricultural to I-1 industrial.

Trey Massey, owner of Massey Asphalt Paving, had proposed building offices, storefronts, and an equipment storage facility on the land.

When the item came up for discussion, Mayor Thomas said Massey had withdrawn the request and was seeking other property in the area.

The Council voted to approve goal recommendations from the Planning and Zoning Board as part of the city’s master plan. The plans include building new roads to connect high traffic areas of the city to ease existing traffic and create more infrastructure in the city.

In other business, the Council approved: • A back-to-school sales tax holiday.

• A resolution to request an opinion from the Alabama Attorney General on requirements for amending city council districts.

City Attorney Hill made a recommendation to create a new management position to oversee the Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve.

Mayor Dave Thomas presented Police Chief Wayne Walton with an award honoring him as 2022 Honor Guard Member of the Year.

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Lass But Not Least: And Baby Makes Three

By Ken Lass

My daughter, son-in-law, and their three kids climbed into their minivan and drove off, bound for Disney World.

Sharon and I stood waving in the doorway, Sharon holding the eight-month-old baby boy they were leaving with us. For the first time in thirty-six years, we were going to be the fulltime caretakers of an infant.

This nine-day assignment had been planned for months. But just because you know something is coming doesn’t mean you’re prepared for it.

To this point, we had the blessing of enjoying our grandchildren in smaller doses. We spent many days and evenings with them babysitting, taking them to the playground, going to watch their ballgames and dance recitals, and such. Occasionally one of them would spend the night. But nine straight days? This was taking it to a new level.

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Did we remember anything about taking care of a baby full time? Will we get any sleep?

Did I still possess the ability to suspend breathing through my nose while changing a diaper?

We were told the little guy would wake up about 4 a.m. each morning. Sharon told me the schedule. It called for a feeding and nap at 9 a.m., another feeding and nap at 2 p.m., and to bed for the night around 7 p.m. I replied that would work fine for me, but what about the baby? She failed to see the humor.

At least he wasn’t up and

running yet. He had worked his way to doing that army crawl, where you pull with your arms and drag the rest of your body behind you. We spread a blanket out on the floor and scattered several of his toys around it, foolishly believing the blanket would contain him. It’s amazing how fast a tyke can slither across a room, especially when there’s a dachshund chewing a rubber bone on the other side of the floor. Poor Oscar had to endure getting his floppy ears yanked, and his tail pulled.

Being the gentlest dog on the planet, he merely responded by attempting to slurp the baby in the face. (If my daughter reads this, don’t panic. We managed to stop him before any of the slurps landed….. I think.)

Feedings were interesting.

We would gently slide the spoon into his mouth, whereupon he would take great delight in motorboating his food back out, spraying us with it.

Didn’t take long to realize I

was the one needing the bib, not him. We took him for walks on Trussville’s greenway along the Cahaba. The soft spring breeze and gentle vibration of the stroller wheels would lull him to sleep, thereby throwing him off schedule. Oh well, a sleeping baby was a happy baby, we figured. I know it makes for happy grandparents.

Ultimately we realized trying to establish a schedule was futile.

He was on his own schedule. It was quite clearly his world, and we were just living in it.

At this point, I should pause to emphasize that I have been using the word “we” loosely. Sharon did most of the work, most of the getting up overnight, most of the diaper changing, most of the feedings.

Yet, somehow, I felt more exhausted than she did. Where do women get this capacity to care for loved ones 24/7, enduring the fatigue and frustration? The old saying is true. There’s nothing like a mother’s love. Or a

grandmother’s love. I frequently offered to jump in and take over. She usually let me off the hook, saying, “It’s okay, dear.

I’ve got this.” Man, I love that woman.

Mainly, I was in charge of playtime with this little ball of energy or rocking him to sleep while we watched sports on TV together, or an occasional feeding or releasing his clutches from Oscar’s ear. We watched a lot of that satellite channel, Baby TV. It’s educational but a bit ambitious. I’m not sure our eight-month-old is ready to learn what a trapezoid is.

I was also appointed vice-president in charge of non-baby activities, such as walking dogs (ours and theirs) and making food runs. All in all, it actually was quite fun, and apparently, the baby had a blast as well, judging by the glee on his face when he managed to strafe the glasses off my face or pull my fingers into his mouth and chomp them

with both of his teeth. I had always heard there are only two reasons a baby cries. Either he is hungry or dirty. I beg to differ. Sometimes they just feel like being cranky for no apparent reason. I can relate.

And why is it that, when you’re taking care of a baby, you always seem to see pacifiers lying around all over the place. Until you need one. At which time they have all disappeared into thin air.

The first day or two seemed to last forever, but after we settled into a routine, the time went by quickly. Now that he’s back home, I miss the little guy.

Our week together was much more of a joy than I had anticipated. I wouldn’t mind doing that again.

Just don’t tell Oscar. His ears and tail are still recovering.

(Ken Lass is a retired Birmingham news and sports TV anchor and Trussville resident since 1989.)

Savvy Senior: How to Get Help as an Elder Orphan

By Jim Miller

Dear Savvy Senior, I need to find someone honest and reliable to look after my estate, health and long-term care when I’m no longer able to do it myself. I’m a 67-yearold recent widow with no children and one sibling I rarely talk to. Any suggestions?

Solo Ager Dear Solo, This is big concern for millions of older Americans who don’t have a spouse, children or other family they can depend on to watch out for their well-being. While there’s no one solution to this issue, here are some tips and resources that can help you plan ahead.

Essential Documents If you haven’t already done

so, your first step, before choosing a reliable decision maker, is to prepare a basic estate plan of at least four essential legal documents. This will protect yourself and make sure you’re wishes are carried out if you become seriously ill or when you die.

These essential documents include: a “durable power of attorney” that allows you to designate someone to handle your financial matters if you become incapacitated; an “advanced health care directive” that includes a “living will” that tells your doctor what kind of care you want to receive if you become incapacitated, and a “health care power of attorney,” which names a person you authorize to make medical decisions on your behalf if you’re unable to; and a “will” that spells out how you’d like

your property and assets distributed after you die. It also requires you to designate an “executor” to ensure your wishes are carried out.

To prepare these documents your best option is to hire an attorney, which can cost anywhere between $500 and $2,000. Or, if you are interested in a do-it-yourself plan, Quicken WillMaker & Trust 2022 ($199, Nolo.com) and LegalZoom.com ($179) are some top options.

Choosing Decision Makers & Helpers Most people think first of naming a family member as their power of attorney for finances and health care, or executor of their will. If, however, you don’t have someone to fill those roles, you may want to ask a trusted friend or associate

but be sure to choose someone that’s organized and younger than you who will likely be around after you’re gone.

Also be aware that if your choice of power of attorney or executor lives in another state, you’ll need to check your state’s law to see if it imposes any special requirements.

If, however, you don’t have a friend or relative you feel comfortable with, you’ll need to hire someone who has experience with such matters.

To find a qualified power of attorney or executor for your

will, contact your bank, a local trust company or an estate planning attorney. If you need help locating a pro, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA.org) is a great resource that provides online directory to help you find someone in your area. Another resource that can help you manage and oversee your health and long-term care needs as they arise, and even act as your health care power of attorney, is an aging life care manager.

These are trained professionals in the area of geriatric care who often have backgrounds in nursing or social work. To search for an expert near you, visit AgingLifeCare.org.

Or, if you need help with bill paying and other financial/ insurance/tax chores there are professional daily money man-

agers (see AADMM.com) that can help.

Aging life care managers typically charge between $75 and $200 per hour, while hourly rates for daily money managers range between $75 and $150.

It’s also important to note that if you don’t complete the aforementioned legal documents and you become incapacitated, a court judge may appoint a guardian to make decisions on your behalf. That means the care you receive may be totally different from what you would have chosen for yourself.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Finance

Plan Vs. Execution. Which is Better?

By David Guttery Sponsored Content

I believe there are two parts to that answer, and I will begin with comments about the second most important of the two answers. So, to begin, let’s talk about execution. Most of the time, people believe that professional financial planning involves a primary focus on the execution of the plan. That isn’t the case.

Clearly, execution is important. To that end, over more than a year we have taken steps to expand, and refine sleeves of income producing bond assets, and we have also migrated heavily over to the side of the market where we believe that valuations are attractive, and we are able to generate income through the reinvestment of dividends.

This has largely been found with value discipline stocks, of companies that make things that you will purchase in consistent quantities regardless of the disposition of the economy.

Said another way, we have focused more heavily on companies that manufacture toilet paper, toothpaste, and bars of soap rather than on designer cups of coffee and other discretionary items.

That just isn’t the economic environment within which we find ourselves.

From there, the management of risk can also come with the construction of options collars, and holding options defensively in an effort to minimize the potential risk of loss.

We also look to alternative investments with clients for whom such instruments are appropriate. Again, this can

provide us with a negatively correlated source of income and unique characteristics that assist in the management of holistic risk.

So, clearly execution is important, but first and foremost, the advice that we consistently render to our clients for the benefit of managing periods of time such as this is to remain true to the plan. If you think about it, if it weren’t for the plan, there would be no need of execution.

For most clients, we have mapped out the next 15 to 40 years of their lives. We have identified targets of income, and parameters of risk, and the objectives that we are trying to achieve, as consistently as possible, over time.

The key to making that happen is to not quit. We encourage our clients to invest through periods of time such as this, and take advantage of matching components within a qualified plan for example, and engage certain passive strategies to manage risk such as dollar cost averaging, and portfolio rebalancing. We encourage our clients to leverage periods of dislocation like this to their benefit. Make them work for you.

Clearly, that doesn’t guarantee that we won’t have down years. The objective however is to exceed the average annual targets that we have outlined in the plan, over the time that we have, and within the parameters of risk that we have identifying, for the achievement of longterm goals such as consistent income and other planning objectives, over time. Notice that I referred to targets that we’ve outlined in the plan.

That does not necessarily imply that we’re experienc-

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ing positive returns year over year. It means that we’re proactive in the execution, of the implementation of the plan, with a focus on achieving the long-term goals of the plan.

As I have stated before, there are always areas of the market to which exposure is appropriate as the economy changes. When it comes to execution, my job is to help clients identify those areas and to do so as proactively as possible. At the end of the day however, this is about achieving a long-term plan, more so than it is about the day-to-day execution. When clients can see the importance of execution in light of the bigger objective, which is the achievement of planning goals, it helps to alleviate the angst that can come during periods of time such as this.

Let me offer this analogy. I have flown as an airline

passenger on many occasions during my lifetime. The understood proposition is that the pilot will transport me from where I am, at point A, and deliver me to my desired destination, at point B. There has never been a time when I boarded the aircraft however that the pilot met me at the door and assured me that the journey would be without turbulence.

Sometimes, you can’t see the turbulence through which you are flying. When we encounter that air pocket, the pilot engages the means at his disposal to manage the turbulence. Among other things, he uses the flaps, the stabilizers, the rudder, the trim tabs, and other things to stabilize control of the aircraft, as he navigates the turbulence.

That doesn’t mean that we as passengers don’t catch our stomachs if you will, and

sometimes grip the armrests.

We are nonetheless making progress toward the destination though. We don’t find the nearest parachute and bailout of the aircraft.

Other times however, turbulence is readily evident.

The pilot can see a thunderstorm complex 100 miles out on radar. The pilot does not fly to the thunderstorm complex and then bank sharply to the right however. At 100 miles away, the pilot begins to gradually tweak the course of the aircraft in such a way that over time, we can fly around the thunderstorm complex, and resume the original course heading.

Again, that does nothing to guarantee the absence of turbulence. It is the job of the pilot when concerning elements are visible, to adjust course, gradually, as we attempt to navigate what we can see in front of us.

Over more than a year, we have become increasingly aware of the effects of inflation, supply chain disruption, pandemics, and geopolitical risks. As these elements became increasingly worrisome, we as financial planners began to gradually adjust our flightpath, so that we could navigate these elements to the best of our ability, while making progress toward the destination of point B. Again, I believe that when clients clearly understand that a holistic financial plan, that could literally span decades, is governing the day-to-day execution of that plan, it does much to alleviate concerns that come with sensational headlines, and volatile markets.

The tools that we use, and the exposure that we have to

the markets, changes quarter to quarter, and year over year, but the plan and the approach to arriving at point B, remains constant.

I would encourage everyone to consistently engage your professional financial planning investment professional, and candidly express concerns, so that they may be in the best position to proactively address those concerns.

Through such interaction, confidence in the overriding holistic plan should be solidified. This is a marathon, not a sprint. That’s not a cliché, it is the greatest amount of truth that I could share with you. Especially at times like these, you must find the intestinal fortitude to rise above the minute-by-minute noise, while remaining actively engaged with your financial planning professional, to navigate the turbulence that will almost certainly exist between your origination point and your destination point.

David Guttery and Brandon Guttery offer products and services using the following business names: Keystone Financial Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services (AAS) – investment advisory services.

AIC and AAS are not affiliated with Keystone Financial Group. Information provided is gathered from sources believed to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee their accuracy. This information should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Past performance is not an indicator of future results.

Tuesday, April 12, 2022, you will have the opportunity to help us continue excellence in Trussville City Schools! April 12 is the date of a city-wide education referendum. The referendum asks that you renew a tax that has supported our schools since 1992. This is not a new tax. This is a continuation of a school tax that is expiring.

We ask that you help TCS by voting FOR the renewal of this revenue that equates to $4 million in annual funds which directly benefit Trussville City School students. Academics, extracurriculars, athletics, school nurses, and 25 teachers are supported by this tax. Visit our website or scan the QR code on this page for more information. https://www.trussvillecityschools.com/Renewal

We appreciate your support!

Voting Locations: Trussville City Hall / Northpark Baptist Church / Trussville Civic Center / First Baptist Church Trussville / Faith Community Fellowship Questions? www.trussville.org

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O b i t u a ry

Billy Clyde Howard

21, 1931 ~ march 26, 2022 (age 90) may

Billy Clyde Howard, age 90, of Birmingham passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 26, 2022. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Faye Howard; his daughter, Debra Louise Foehser, granddaughter, Deena Lynn Shaw and his parents, Lonnie Tilman and Julia Wallis Howard; brothers, Joe, Charles, and Robert; sister, Louise Armstrong. He is survived by his children, Billy Jo Bryant (David), Alan Howard (Donna), John Howard (Sherry), Cathy Thompson (Carl); eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday, April 1, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville with the service beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial’s adjoining gardens.

Freda Gail (Mitchell) Ennis december

(age 71)

15, 1950 ~ march 27, 2022

Freda Gail Ennis, age 71, passed away in her home on March 27, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her husband, Charles Ennis; three daughters, Donna Logan, Mary Logan, and Cindy Howard; son, Donald Logan and bonus “son”, Man-Man; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Freda resided in Margaret, Alabama where she grew to love many friends that she considered family. She showed love to everyone around her, was a very kind soul and had a heart of gold. She would give you the shirt off her back without being asked. We were not ready for her to go, but the Lord said it was her time. She went peacefully and is now in heaven with family and friends that went before her. She is living an eternal life with no pain, no sickness, and is made whole again. This is not goodbye only see you later. A visitation for family and friends will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home on Sunday, March 3, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A graveside service for Freda will take place at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville on Monday, April 4th at 10:00 a.m.

Garry Vincent december

(age 70)

3, 1951 ~ march 30, 2022

After a courageous fight against cancer, Garry G. Vincent of Trussville passed away at home on March 30th surrounded by family and loved ones. Beloved husband of Diane Vincent and devoted father to Michael and wife Tiffany, Christina Oldacre and husband Adam, and Jonathan Vincent. Loving grandfather to Jacob Oldacre, Haley, Tia, and Tucker Gardner. He is also survived by his siblings Jerry and wife Suzie, Matthew and wife Heidi, and Carol Agee and husband Mitchell, as well as nieces Emily, Anna, and Bella and nephews Russ, Austin, Jace and Jake. He is preceded in death by his father Joseph W. Vincent and his mother Nellie J Lynn.

Garry was the Founder and President of Vincent Construction for 40 years. He was an active member and leader at LifeChurch Birmingham. He had a zest for life and didn’t allow his cancer diagnosis to steal his joy or his love for his family. He continued working and was always looking for a new project. Garry was a father-figure to many, committed to helping those in need, and a faithful friend. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy will live on.

Jean H (Heath) Buckner february

(age 92)

7, 1930 ~ march 28, 2022

Ms. Jean H Buckner, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 27, 2022.

The family will receive friends at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama Friday, April 1, 2022 from 11:00 AM – 12:00PM in the Chapel. Funeral Services will begin at 12:00PM and Graveside Services will follow in Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville, Alabama.

She is survived by her daughter, Alison Buckner; sons, Chuck Cureton, and Fred Cureton (Debbie); and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Ms. Jean is preceded in death by her husband, Gene Buckner; daughter, Debbie Oglesby; parents, Vernon and Mildred Heath, and sisters, Mary Francis Nelson (Raymond), Sara Campbell (Don).

She was a member of Gardendale First Baptist Church and loved to tend to her garden and praise the Lord. Jean was loved by all who knew her and will be missed dearly.

In lieu of flowers the family request you make a donation in memory of Ms. Jean H Buckner to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 or online at stjude.org

Margaret Goforth august

Surviving Family is Son Andy & Sue Goforth, Grandkids: Shea, Spencer, Sawyer.

Daughter Kathy & Chuck Bernklau, Grandkids Frank, Tony. Brothers Buddy & Judy Boue and Dub & Sue Boue (deceased), and lots of Nieces and Nephews.

She was born in Jasper, on August 13, 1938, to Andrew & Esther Boue. She graduated from Paducah Highschool. Received a scholarship to Nursing School in St. Louis, Mo. Got married to William Goforth and had two children. She has lived in Arizona, Texas, Alabama. In Alabama, she worked and retired at 75 from Lakeshore Rehab Hospital. She loved to travel and square dancing. She was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church. She was very active in Church. She taught Adults and Children’s classes. She was a Lecture and took care of the homebound, and was an extraordinary Eucharist minister to them. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children’s Hospital

Kay H. Pesnell june

23, 1948 ~ march 28, 2022 (age 73)

Kay H. Pesnell, age 73 of Pell City, AL passed away on March 28, 2022. She is preceded in death by her, husband of 54 years, Robert L. Pesnell, Sr., son, Robert L. Pesnell, Jr., parents, Robert and Mattie Hawkins, sister, Geraldine Cain and brothers, William Foster and James Hawkins. She is survived by her daughters, Tereesa Green (Jay) and Valorie Armstrong (Michael); grandchildren, David and Justin Green (Natalie), Zachary Smalley (Brittany), Elizabeth Jones (Joe), Mechelle Ibanez (Jay), Allen Pesnell and Lexe Armstrong; great grandchildren, Carmyn, Gavyn, Alayna, Evalynn, Bradley, William, Kreslee, Keegan, Finley, Elliemay, Elliott, Elsie, Leo and Jaxon; sister, Celia Burtram (Leonard); brothers, Bobby, Joe (Sylvia) and Jim Hawkins (Joyce); host of nieces and nephews.

Lee Coston Stalnaker

The Celebration of Life service will begin at 2:45pm. Graveside service will be held on Monday, April 4th at 12:30pm at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, 1591 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL.

22, 1926 ~ march 29, 2022 (age 95) august

The Vincent family extends their heartfelt appreciation for the care and support of Garry during this time to: Dr. Bob Gilbert, The Oncology Team at UAB, and Affinity Hospice with special thanks to Carlie Millican.

Garry was known as a very generous man, always helping those in need. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes you to join in continuing his legacy by donating to the Garry Vincent Benevolence fund at LifeChurch Birmingham, to be distributed to needs in the community. Please click https://ppay.co/ogvYFdTc5SQ to make a donation.

Jefferson Memorial is a full-service funeral home and perpetual care cemetery dedicated to serving our community with dignity and compassion.

We Make it Personal®, one family at a time.

Eddie Seal, General Manager

The Unique Needs of Widowers While women and men both feel grief over the loss of a spouse, widowers often have a unique set of needs. This typically stems from the fact that while a woman may have many friends she can lean on following the loss of a spouse, a man may have lost his best friend and closest companion all at once.

Perhaps the saying “Women mourn - men replace” has its roots in intense loneliness caused by a lack of previously established close friendships. It has been frequently asked whether a widower would be as driven to hurriedly replace his wife and best friend if he had someone with whom he could share his grief.

Men face unique problems as widowers. Many of their everyday needs were probably provided by a wife. Because they are not as likely to be able to take care of themselves as widows, their health and well-being can be severely affected.

Widowers may be immersed in feelings they never knew existed and may exhibit painful physical and psychological symptoms. Because women are more frequently the primary caregiver to children, men may face changes in their relationship with their children, resulting in feelings of isolation.

Because of their unique needs, widowers, particularly those who lack close friends and family with whom they can talk about their loss and grief, are urged to attend support group meetings or find a counselor with whom they can share their feelings.

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If you have any questions about funeral planning please email: askeddie@jmgardens.com

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JeffMem.AskEddie’20 5.3”x10”

13, 1938 ~ march 28, 2022 (age 83)

Margaret Ann Boue Goforth (Marcie) passed away peacefully at home on March 28, 2022, she was 83 years old.

The family will be receiving guests on Saturday, April 2nd at 2:00 pm at LifeChurch Birmingham, 5567 Chalkville Mountain Rd, Birmingham.

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Lee Coston “Pete” Stalnaker, passed away at his home near Hayden, AL, on March 29, 2022. He was born in Birmingham, AL, in 1926. His parents were Carey Lee Stalnaker and Lula Dana Caughran Stalnaker of Birmingham. Pete graduated from Woodlawn High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

He served with the Birmingham Fire Department at Station #3 from 1950 -1974. He founded Standard Fire Equipment, Inc. in Birmingham from which he retired. He was an usher and elder at 76th Street Presbyterian Church and Eastminster Presbyterian Church, and had most recently attended Smoke Rise Baptist Church. He lived a life of service to others and was a wonderful father and husband. He was predeceased by his parents and first wife, Evelyn Oaks Stalnaker. He was also predeceased by six brothers and sisters - John, Joe, Caroline, Tom, Shirley, and Don, as well as great-granddaughter Rayne Guerra. Survivors include his wife, Carol A. Stalnaker and his children, Ken (Kay) Stalnaker, Lynn (Robert) Cleveland, Becky (Mike) Everett, Libby (Tim) Gaines. He is also survived by a brother Bob (June) Stalnaker.

Grandchildren are Jessica (Tyler) Hinton, Sarah (Alex) Odom, Kathryn Stalnaker, Greg (Tiffany) Cleveland, Dana Cleveland, Jon (Kim) Everett and Jeremy Everett. Great-grandchildren are Mary Carlisle, Elizabeth, Sam, Easton, Lila, Hattie, Griffin, Ashleigh, Matthew and Morgan. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Memorials can be made to a favorite charity. Pete’s funeral will be on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, AL. His funeral service will begin at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel, preceded by visitation at 1 PM. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens East.

Kelli Dogil april

3, 2022 (43)

Kelli Dogil, 43, of Springville, left to be with the Lord on April 3, 2022, with her husband and family close by.

Kelli is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Imogene Langston, (brother) Todd Langston, and her (sister) Lisa Lands. Kelli was a loving wife and mother to three beautiful children. Kelli married her husband of 24 years in October of 1998. She was a wonderful sister, aunt, and friend. Kelli was known for her playful spirit, fun personality, and her overwhelming love for her family.

She is survived by her (husband) Joe Dogil, (son) John Dogil, (daughter) Katie Dogil, (son) Michael Dogil, (brothers) Eddie Langston, Wayne Langston, and Andy Langston, (sisters) Bridgett (Andrew) Forbes, Terrie (Richie) Jackson, Stacey Langston and a host of nieces and nephews.

Her viewing will be held on April 7, 2022, at Deerfoot Memorial. The family will be received at 5:30 p.m., and friends will follow from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Service will be held at New Haven Baptist Church on April 8, 2022, at 11:00 a.m.

The graveside service will follow at Springville City Cemetery.

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Trussville Senior Activity Center presents Beginners Ukulele Class April 6 @ 1:30 pm - April 27 @ 2:30 pm Free

Beginners Ukulele Class – Free!

Is there a ukulele in your life? Perhaps you got one for Christmas. Maybe there’s one just gathering dust in a closet somewhere. Maybe you’ve wondered if you could learn to play one. Here’s your chance! The Senior Activities Center is offering a free four-week ukulele class led by members of the Trussville Ukulele Strummers Club. The classes will be on Wednesdays, 1:30 – 3:00 PM beginning on April 6-27, 2022.

Here’s what you need to participate: A ukulele (If you don’t have one, you can check one out from the library.)

A folder or binder for storing music (We’ll provide the music.)

A tuner – If you don’t have one, we can help you tune; but they are available locally or online.

If you faithfully attend class and practice between classes, we promise that you will be able play hundreds of songs by the end of the four weeks! The ukulele is easy to play, and comes in several sizes to fit your budget and hand size. It’s very portable. Most of all, it’s FUN! With knowledge of just a few chords, you can play most children’s songs and impress your grandkids with sing-alongs. We hope you can join the group. If you at interested, please register with the office no later than March 31 so they can have time to prepare class materials.

If you have any questions about the class, please email/ call Rich Patsios at trussvillestrummerukulele@gmail. com or cellphone at 205-5411523.

Hope to see you on April 6th at 1:30 PM! It’s FREE! Venue Trussville Senior Activity Center Dungeons & Dragons – High School April 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Dungeons and Dragons is a classic tabletop roleplaying

game that encourages creativity and cooperation. This event is open to anyone in the 9th to 12th grade. Snacks and refreshments are provided at the event.

Venue Trussville Public Library

“One Night Ultimate Werewolf” together. Then, break into smaller groups to play a game from our collection.

Light snacks will be provided.

Registration Encouraged.

Venue Trussville Public Library

Chair Yoga April 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Free

Jeremy Noble April 9 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Ferus presents Jeremy Nobles four-time Josie Music Award Nominee for Best Southern Rock Vocalist of the Year/Artists of the Year and Best Southern Rock Vocalist of the Year winner for 2020.

Jeremy has been around and influenced by music all his life from riding in the truck with his dad listening to Hank Jr, Waylon, Willie Nelson, and Vern Gosden to singing in his middle school and high school choirs where he received two vocal college scholarships. In 2013 he started the band Roscoe who played the local bar circuit and opened for a few very notable national acts. In early 2015 he decided to drop the name and use his name to further his music career.

He has played with The Cadillac Three, The Heavy Heavy Hearts, Blackberry Smoke, Sara Evans, Anthony Billups, Maren Morris, and Kip Moore.

Venue Trussville Entertainment District

(Adults) Join us for a gentle form of yoga. This class is perfect for beginners. We’ll use yoga to stretch & strengthen our bodies all while seated in a chair.

Everyone of all abilities and mobility is encouraged to attend. Class taught by Yoga

By Nancy.

This class will be held inside Pinson Public Library. Social distancing is required. Masks are encouraged inside the library.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC)

Farm Table with Jennifer Conn April 10 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Children’s Storytime April 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

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HEALTH/BEAUTY

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 welcome.

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Jennifer Conn will discuss all things related to the Epidemic of “Obesetes (Obesity/Diabetes)” and optimal food choices for prevention.

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sports Hewitt-Trussvlle vs.

Gadsden City. Prep baseball April 7, 6 p.m.

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Leeds beats Montevallo to claim Greenwave Classic Game 1: Leeds 5, Montevallo 4 (8 innings) Peyton Moore grounded out to end the game, but not the way one would expect.

Moore hit into a fielder’s choice with the bases loaded and one out, scoring Johnathan Douglas in the bottom of the eighth inning t0 give Leeds a dramatic 5-4 victory over Montevallo.

The teams were tied at the end of seven innings, but Leeds was able to capitalize in the extra frame.

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

LEEDS — The Green Wave rolled through the tournament that bears its name, beating Montevallo twice on Tuesday to take the Greenwave Classic championship. Leeds, undefeated in pool play, came into Tuesday’s games riding an 11-game winning streak that they stretched to 13. The Green Wave hasn’t lost since March 10, and won’t play again until Tuesday, April 5.

Here’s how they won the Greenwave Classic:

Huskies grad earns AU scholarship

Leeds baseball celebrates winning the Greenwave Classic. (Contributed photo)

See LEEDS, Page 12

Moody’s Land, Hewitt-Trussville’s Jones win national titles

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

CEDAR FALLS, IOWA — A pair of local wrestlers won national titles this weekend at the USMC USA Wrestling National Showcase on Saturday.

Moody’s Cory Land won the championship at 126 pounds here on the campus of the University of Northern Iowa, where he’ll attend college after graduation. Land

Moody’s Cory Land competes earlier during the 2022 season.

(File photo)

blew through his bracket, going 5-0, outscoring his opponents 46-12 and won the finals 11-1.

“It was awesome, being able to compete in front of the coaches and wrestlers there,” Land said. “I was able to show them, you know, that I’m here and I’m going to compete like this.”

Land came off of Moody High School’s wrestling season and went right into training for the national showcase.

“We went straight to work refining my actual wrestling, kind of sharpening the tools,” Land said.

Hewitt-Trussville’s Hunter Jones won the Open championship at 182 pounds, scoring a pair of pins in the first two rounds, before shutting out his opponent 6-0 in the semifinals and winning a tight 8-5 victory in the finals.

See WRESTLERS, Page 12

From The Tribune staff reports

AUBURN — Former Hewitt-Trussville standout Sean Jackson walked on at Auburn and bided his time.

It’s paid off now as the running back was awarded a football scholarship here on Friday following practice.

Jackson, a 5-9, 230-lb standout for the Huskies, has been taking reps with the Tigers’ second team following the knee surgery of Jarquez Hunter, who is expected to be out for up to two months for recovery.

Jackson saw action in four games for Auburn in the 2021 campaign, when the Tigers went 6-7 overall and lost the Birmingham Bowl to Houston.

Jackson’s best game was a Week 2 showing against Alabama State, where he ran 10 times for 38 yards, including a 4-yard touchdown.

Sean Jackson learns that he has earned a scholarship at Auburn. (Photo courtesy of Auburn Tigers football social media)

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Springville man wins Phoenix Bass Fishing League event on Lake Mitchell Special to The Tribune

CLANTON — Boater Kyle Dorsett of Springville caught five bass Saturday weighing 15 pounds, 7 ounces, to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine on Lake Mitchell. The tournament was the second event for the Bass Fishing League Bama Division. Dorsett earned $5,498 for his victory.

is my third BFL win, but it’s been a while. It’s just awesome to win against this caliber of fishermen.”

The top 10 boaters finished the tournament in: • 1st: Kyle Dorsett, Springville, five bass, 157, $5,498 • 2nd: Chad Hall, Cullman., five bass, 13-1, $1,873 • 2nd: Austin Shields, Lake View., five bass, 13-1, $1,873

Springville’s Kyle Dorsett (courtesy photo)

“We had about an hour fog delay, and I really didn’t have any expectations,” Dorsett said. “I had practiced a couple of days, and the sun was out then, but I had never even caught a 3-pounder.

“After the fog delay Saturday I went to my spot and there were two boats sitting on it, so I just picked up a jig and went fishing,” Dorsett added. “I fished the way I like to fish.”

Dorsett said his bass came on a Dirty Jigs Swim Jig and a Dirty Jigs Scott Canterbury Flippin’ Jig. He said he focused on fishing Lake Mitchell from the boat ramp midlake to the Coosa River.

“This win feels awesome,” Dorsett said. “This

• 4th: Dennis Barnes, Boaz., five bass, 12-14, $1,050 • 5th: Danny Grantham, Bay Minette, five bass, 12-13, $900 • 6th: Michael Smith, Andalusia, five bass, 12-4, $987 • 6th: Cory Gardner, Estill Springs, Tenn., five bass, 12-4, $787 • 8th: Robbie Robinson, Mobile, five bass, 12-3, $675 • 9th: Dusty Robinson, Eclectic, five bass, 12-0, $600 • 10th: Austin Archer, Anniston, five bass, 11-10, $1,025 (includes $500 Phoenix MLF Contingency Bonus)

The top 45 boaters and co-anglers in the region based on point standings, along with the five winners in each qualifying event, will be entered in the Oct. 13-15 Bass Fishing League Regional Championship on Pickwick Lake in Counce, Tennessee.

Boaters will compete for a top award of $60,000, including a new Phoenix 819 Pro with a 200-horsepower Mercury outboard and $10,000, while co-anglers will fish for a new Phoenix 819 Pro with a 200-horsepower Mercury outboard.

The 2022 Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine is a 24-division circuit devoted to weekend anglers, with 128 tournaments throughout the season, five qualifying events in each division. The top 45 boaters and Strike King co-anglers from each division, along with the five winners of the qualifying events, will advance to one of six Regional Championships where they are competing to finish in the top six, which then qualifies them for one of the longest-running championships in all of competitive bass fishing – the Phoenix Bass Fishing League All-American. The 2022 All-American will be held June 2-4 at Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is hosted by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism and Visit Hot Springs.

The top 45 boaters and Strike King co-anglers plus tournament winners from each Phoenix Bass Fishing League division will also earn priority entry into the MLF Toyota Series, the pathway to the MLF Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit and ultimately the MLF Bass Pro Tour.

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Jamiel Saliba threw a no-hitter during the first game of Shades Valley’s doubleheader against Woodlawn on Monday, April 4. (Photo by Bobby Mathews)

Shades Valley crushes Woodlawn in Monday doubleheader

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

IRONDALE — Shades Valley won a pair of games on Monday, April 4, by drubbing Woodlawn 29-0 and 30-3 in a pair of mercy-rule games.

The Mounties improve to 13-10 on the season, and are 3-0 in 6A Area 11 play with a chance to clinch the regular-season area title next week against Huffman.

Here’s what happened: Game 1: Shades Valley 29, Woodlawn 0 Jamiel Saliba threw a no-hitter over the course of five innings and helped his own cause by going 3-for-5 at the plate and driving in six runs. He struck out 13 batters and walked two.

Woodlawn committed 12 errors, and the Mounties scored multiple runs on those errors, rolling up 14 runs in the first inning, adding nine in the second and finally toting six more in the third.

Caden Myers added 3 RBIs, going 1-for-3 at the plate with two walks and scor-

Shades Valley's Jacob Mahand was all smiles during the Mounties' doubleheader sweep against Woodlawn.

(Photo by Bobby Mathews)

ing twice, while third baseman Kai Finch went 1-for-3 with 2 RBI while scoring twice and drawing a walk.

Game 2: Shades Valley 30, Woodlawn 3 Shades Valley kept its dominant scoring going, pouring in 19 runs in the first inning, while Stephen Manley got the win on the mound.

Avery Prichard went 1-for-1 with three walks and an RBI and scored 3 times.

Jacob Mahand went 1-for-2 with 3 RBs, a walk and scored twice.

Manley went 2 for 5 with 2 RBIs, a walk, and scored four times. Josh Moore went 2-for3 with an RBI and scored twice. Matt Wyatt went 1-for2 with 2 RBIs, a walk, and scored twice. Caden Myers went 1-for-2 with 2 RBIs and scored once, while left fielder Josh Sales went 2-for-2 with an RBI and scored twice.

Mahand pitched three innings, allowing no hits, two runs and walking four while striking out eight. Manley pitched two innings, allowing one hit, one run, and a walk.

He struck out 6.

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Moody drops pair of games in Gulf Shores

Wrestlers From page 10

“He is very strong, and is naturally gifted athletically but moreso he is humble and he works very hard and is coachable,” Hewitt-Trussville head wrestling coach Chris Pike said. “He is also very mentally tough. He wrestled the entire sectional tournament and state tournament with a hurt shoulder that we did not disclose at the time. He is a good grounded person.”

Land has won five straight state championships in Alabama, while Jones has won back-to-back state titles as well.

Leeds From page 10

Douglas’s score capped a remarkable comeback as the Green Wave needed two runs in the bottom of the seventh just to tie it up at 4.

Douglas scored twice in the game, while Moore went 1-for-5 but contributed 3 RBIs. Alex Bradford went 3-for-4 at the plate and also scored. Conner Nelson went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored, while Caden Vance went 1-for-2 with a run scored and a walk.

Will Landers got the win, pitching three innings in relief and allowing one hit, one run, striking out one and walking one.

Game 2: Leeds 6, Montevallo 5 The Green Wave responded after Montevallo staked themselves to a two-run lead to open the game. Conner Nelson hammered a two-run homer in the bottom of the first, also driving in Alex Bradford, who had singled to start the game. Jarod Latta then hit a grounder to shortstop and reached on a throwing error.

Caden Vance took the

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From The Tribune staff reports

Hewitt-Trussville’s Hunter Jones reacts after winning his second straight state championship earlier this year. (File photo)

opportunity that the error served and scored to make it 3-2 Leeds, and the Green Wave added another pair of runs in the fourth inning before staving off a comeback attempt by the visitors.

Bradford went 1-for-3 with a walk and scored twice, while Nelson went 1-for 3 with 2 RBIs. Johnathan Douglas went 10for 3, while Devin Sanders and Graham Gulock both went 1-for-3 and scored once. Gulock added an RBI as well.

Dax Phillips got the win, going 6 2/3 innings, giving up five runs on nine hits with seven strikeouts. Will Landers came on in relief, pitching 1/3 of an inning to get the save.

Pool Play Game 1: Leeds 12, Ashville 0 Jarod Latta went four innings, allowing two hits and no runs in a mercy-rule game to start the tournament. Caden Belter came on in relief to finish the shutout. Peyton Moore went 1-for-2 at the plate and scored twice, while Conner Nelson went 2-for-3 with an RBI. Caden Vance went 1-for2 with an RBI and scored twice, while A.J. Gallant

scored three times. Will Landers went 2-for-3 with 4 RBIs and scored twice, while Andrew Howard was 1-for1 with a walk, an RBI and scored.

Game 2: Leeds 12, St. Clair County 1 It looked like a contest early as the Saints and Green Wave entered the third inning tied 1-1, but a six-run third inning followed by a five-run fourth inning put St. Clair County away with the mercy rule after five innings.

Andrew Howard got the win, going four innings and allowing one run on three hits, striking out seven. Jarod Latta pitched the final inning, allowing no hits, no walks, and striking out two.

Alex Bradford went 2-for 3 with an RBI and a walk, and scored twice. Peyton Moore went 1-for-3 with 2 RBIs and scored, while Conner Nelson went 1-for-4 with an RBI. Caden Vance was 2-for-2 with a walk and an RBI and scored twice. Will Landers went 2-for-4 with 2 RBIs and scored twice. Latta had an RBI and scored once, while Devin Sanders went 2-for-4 with 4 RBIs and scored once.

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GULF SHORES — A pair of tough losses gave the Moody Blue Devils a rough start to the Gulf Shores Tournament. Moody dropped the first game to Richmond-Burton 7-6 on Monday, March 28, and then fell to the Athens Golden Eagles 10-7 on Tuesday. Moody falls to 11-11 on the season.

Moody plays twice today: at 11:30 a.m. Kaneland (Illinois) and at 2 p.m. against Bayside Academy.

Game 1: Richmond-Burton 7, Moody 6 The Blue Devils couldn’t hold on to a 5-1 lead as Richmond-Burton came back to put up five runs in the seventh inning for a come-from-behind victory.

Blaine Burke went 1-for4 with a run scored, while Chase Marshall went 1-for-3 and scored twice. Zach Johnson, who took the loss on the

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mound in relief, went 2-for4 at the plate, while Nathan Kennedy went 2-for-4 with an RBI. Bourne Grant went 1-for-3 with a pair of RBIs, a walk, and scored once.

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inning to end it after Moody came back in the bottom of the seventh inning to tie things up at 7.

Blaine Burke went 1-for-4 with a walk and scored twice, Chase Marshall went 2-for4 with a walk, and Kennedy helped his own cause at the plate, going 2-for-4 with an RBI and scoring once. Matt Johnson went 2-for-3 with a walk and an RBI, and scored twice. Andy Goodwin went 2-for-4 with an RBI.

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