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May 19 - 25, 2021 Springville property and police officers to appear in film; Council approves funds for Drug Task Force

By Terry Schrimscher

SPRINGVILLE — The Springville City Council met on May 17 for the second regular meeting of the month.

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Clay murder suspect released from jail after judge reinstates bond From The Tribune staff reports

CLAY — A judge reinstated the bond for a man charged with murder in connection to the death of a man in Clay.

Jacob Naquade Chambers, 33, of Odenville, is charged with murder in the shooting death of his stepfather, 56-yearold Paul Edward Trull Jr. See CHAMBERS, Page 3

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STAN THE MAN Stan Garrett leaves Trussville BOE after 16 years

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

“Stan has been a voice of reason,” Neill said. “A pillar of composure and a source of wisdom.”

Neill read messages from former board members and former Trussville City Councilor Jef Freeman.

“Thank you so much for your 16 years of service,” Freeman said.

Neill presented gifts to Garrett including “happy” socks, photos, his nameplate, and a poster.

“And we also plan to name

one of the rooms at the new central office in your honor,” Neill added.

Neill then gave the current board members the opportunity to speak about their time working alongside him.

“I will miss you terribly,” said BOE President Kathy Brown. “I will miss your peaceful presence, your dry wit, mostly aimed at me, and the calming influence that you have on the rest of us.”

While all members spoke, it became clear that Garrett

Clay-Chalkville High School senior Kameron Peterson. Photo: Erica Thomas.

has become known as a man of few words. Board members expressed their gratitude for his thoughtfulness before speaking and for the wisdom he offers when he does speak.

“When you say something, I really want to hear it,” said BOE Member Kim DeShazo. “And I think that speaks to your character, it speaks to who you are as a person.”

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myself down and anyone else down. So, I just stayed on top of my academics and made sure that I handled all of that.”

And as for sports, his family has been in the stands through it all. Peterson said even people in the public have cheered him on through the years.

“The community has been behind me through everything that I have done,” Peterson said. “They’ve been a big support and I know that the community being behind me for all of my accomplishments has helped. They have

shown me love for all that I have done.”

During his freshman year, Peterson played football, basketball, and track. But it wasn’t long before he realized he had to give up one of the three sports.

“I let basketball go because it was a lot on my body doing three sports,” explained Peterson. “So, my tenth grade through 12th-grade years, I did football and track.”

Even with only two sports to focus on, Peterson said he continued to face challenges with over 10 injuries. He suffered back problems, con-

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PHOTO GALLERY: Boy Scout makes retired flag drop-off boxes for Trussville

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

TRUSSVILLE — There are now three retired U.S. flag drop-off boxes in the city of Trussville, thanks to a Boy Scout with Troup 216.

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Trussville PD installs medication disposal drop box

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cussions, had knee surgery, sprang both wrists, broke an ankle, and suffered an elbow injury. As he put it, he got “banged up.” But in the end, he proved he was “bad to the bone.”

For his mom, Myisha Peterson, watching him struggle was exceedingly difficult at times. But in the end, she said her baby boy defied all of the odds.

“It’s been a great journey, and an exciting one,” Myisha Peterson said. “At times, it was kind of rough with all of his injuries. When everybody else thought, ‘okay, this is going to be it. He isn’t going to play this anymore,’ he always bounced back faster and better than what everybody expected.”

When it came to bouncing back, Peterson was able to dominate on the gridiron. He said football quickly became his favorite sport.

“It’s the only time you get to go out there and express yourself without any punishment behind it,” Peterson added.

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So, what was it that made Peterson such a success story? It was not only his natural ability to own any field and do well in the classroom, but Peterson said a lot of his motivation came from his support system.

“Part of it is the fact that I just didn’t want to fail at anything,” Peterson explained.

“Plus, I know my mom has been hard on me. Basically, my whole family has been hard on me about getting my education. As a kid, they’ve always told me that I’ve been at the top of my class and I just didn’t want to like, let

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LEEDS — Retired NBA star Charles Barkley is giving back to his hometown.

According to a social media post from the Leeds City Schools System on Tuesday,

Outstanding Clay-Chalkville senior Kameron Peterson: Bad to the Bone CLAY — A ClayChalkville High School senior will be leaving the nest soon.

But his impact in the community will always be felt. As an inspiration to many, Kameron Peterson will go down in Clay history as one of the most challenged and successful athletes to walk the halls of his alma mater.

Peterson has held a steady 4.0-grade point average, he has been consistent on honor roll and he has been inducted into the National Honors Society. Although his academics are more than impressive, it’s his athletic abilities that really make him shine.

During his senior year, Peterson won the 6A State Championship in track for the 4×100 relay, he was named Player of the Week for The Tribune and he was an honorable mention for the 2020 All-Tribune Team.

To top it all off, he was crowned Homecoming King and he received numerous scholarship offers, awards and medals.

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TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Schools Board of Education recognized founding member Stan Garrett following his last meeting on Monday, May 17, 2021.

Garrett served on the board for 16 years.

Superintendent Dr. Pattie Neill read off a list of accomplishments made by the school system during Garrett’s time on the board.

Those included renovations and building projects, two Attorney General Safe School Awards, schools being named Blue Ribbon Schools, TCS consistently being in the top 10 among systems in Alabama, athletics championships, and much more.

Neill also said one of the greatest accomplishments is that both of Garrett’s children graduated from Trussville City Schools while he was on the board. Garrett also served as Vice President of the board for a total of seven years.

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Andrew Tynes works on mural at Trussville Public Library.

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TRUSSVILLE — A company has started work on a mural that will be on the wall at the Trussville Public Library.

Andrew Tynes, the owner of Mammoth Murals & Signs, said the mural should be done

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Renderings of the mural for the Trussville Public Library. The mural will be about 12’ high and 8’ wide. Photo: Gray Car Murals Facebook Page.

woman enjoying reading under a “book tree.”

The Friends of the Library and the Library Board were a big part of raising the money for the library mural, according to Marc Ward.

Ward said he is in the process of reaching out to

building owners in downtown Trussville so that his vision can benefit the city even more. Tynes said he hopes to be a part of that process.

Mammoth Murals & Signs installed a mural in Leeds that Tynes said he would like to recreate for Trussville.

laptops for virtual learners, Wifi hotspots, and donations from Clorox Corporation to help the Leeds staff keep the facilities sanitary as we fight the pandemic this year.

“We are humbled and wish to express our sincere gratitude to Charles Barkley for providing a $1,000 gift to each and every Leeds City Schools employee for going the extra mile this school year. Being a school employee is tough, but driving a bus, teaching, coaching, or working in the cafeteria, all while maintaining safety protocols, has been a daunting task during a worldwide pandemic. Although it’s been challenging, the Leeds staff has persevered and we can now see the light at the end of the tunnel. We are beyond thankful to know our hometown hero and benefactor, Charles Barkley, recognizes the hard work and dedication of the Leeds staff, even under the toughest of circumstances.

Thank you, Charles!”

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the former NBA MVP (1993) has donated $1,000 to all employees of the school system for their efforts throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Through the years, the Leeds School System has been fortunate to have the support of its biggest fan and most famous graduate, Charles Barkley, Class of 1981,” the post said. “Over the past three decades, Charles has quietly and without any attention drawn to himself, provided over $3million in scholarships to Leeds graduates, funds that have helped hundreds of students attend college. Charles has also been a huge supporter of both the boys and girls basketball programs at Leeds High–he’s even known to

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Leeds enters into memorandum with St. Clair County on drug task force

By Nathan Prewett

LEEDS – During a meeting of the Leeds City Council on Monday, May 17 the council entered into a memorandum of understanding with the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office as they launch a recently established drug task force.

Eleven cities have become involved in the task force, most of them in St. Clair County.

Leeds has become one of the latest to contribute to the effort, which seeks to curb drug trafficking. $90,000 has been invested into the task force by the county.

“We have a really good relationship with St. Clair County, the sheriff’s department, and the municipal responders from St. Clair County,” said Mayor David Miller of the partnership.

The task force also involves Crime Stoppers, the FBI, and the DEA as well. Police Chief Jim Atkinson said that an officer from the Leeds department has been assigned full time and that the task force is already building cases, though he declined further details.

“It’s going to work great,” he said. “And I’m excited about it because as you know what drugs has done to our whole country and we’re going to do something about it.”

The last item on the agenda was to consider an appoint-

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ment to the Leeds Zoning Board of Adjustments. Miller said that the board was understaffed, leading to needs not being met on time. The council agreed to appoint Ryan Bell, who had formerly represented District 4 on the city council, as a supernumerary.

During reports from department officers, Fire Chief Chuck Parsons announced that fire hydrants will be painted during the month of May. Leeds Jane Culbreth Library Director Melanie Carden announced that registration for the summer reading program is open until June 5.

A kick-off party for the program will be held on June 5 next to the library’s location on Parkway Drive with children’s activities planned.

The recent Creek Bank Festival was mentioned, with Miller saying that around 130 vendors were present at the event and that it was the largest turnout to date.

During public comments, resident Stanley Siegrist spoke to the council about culverts installed under the roads on Briarwood Lane that he be-

lieved were undersized. He cited a day last week when rain occurred, and water backed up on the road onto his property, which left debris there.

Siegrist explained the culverts located throughout the area where water would flow and asked the council to consider adding an additional 36 by 22 ½ inch culvert on the road in front of his house.

A discussion followed about water flow in Leeds in which Siegrist suggested talking with the city’s engineering department if the road should be closed when flooded because the base material becomes softer and may pose problems for trucks on the road. Later Miller said that the council would refer to the city engineer on looking at the culverts.

In other business, the council: • Agreed to reimburse up to $950 to a local after an error occurred when their tag was run through the system during a traffic stop, and • Agreed to abate an easement with Southland Machinery after it was discovered that it was still in place when the city sold the property in 2019.

Meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of every month. Agenda packets can be seen online at the City of Leeds website.

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Trussville Mayor Buddy Choat, Council President Alan Taylor, Councilor Lisa Bright were also in attendance for the meeting. Bright, who currently serves as the liaison to the council, presented Garrett with a lapel pin from the city.

Choat said Garrett has meant so much to thousands of families and to the city.

“The example you have set is to be honored and recognized for years to come,” said Choat.

From left: Mark Sims, Dr. Pattie Neill, Kim DeShazo, Stan Garrett, Sherrye Tolbert, Kathy Brown and Steve Ward.

part of the board, I had a head full of hair,” Garrett said.

The room burst out into laughter as Garrett smiled and

Former TCS BOE member Bill Roberts and Trussville Mayor Buddy Choat stand to honor outgoing Board Member Stan Garrett on May 17, 2021.

When it was his turn to address the crowd that came out to thank him for his many years of service, Garrett started by thanking everyone for their comments and addressing Sherrye Tolbert, who has been appointed to take his seat.

“I would just like to say that 16 years ago when I became a

Chambers From front page

A judge revoked Chambers’ bond on April 14 after Chambers was accused of threatening to kill his girlfriend’s husband and was charged with harassment, according to court documents.

However, in a motion to reinstate his bond, Chambers’ attorneys denied the allegations.

In clarification, his attorneys said Chambers’ girlfriend has been undergoing divorce pro-

continued.

“We’ve had some really good times here and we’ve had some times that weren’t so good, but we still kept the students at heart and knew that everything that we did had to be done for the schools,” Garrett continued.

While Garrett hopes to stay

ceedings for two years and the couple did not start dating until after divorce papers were filed.

They said the current husband and the defendant got into an argument that was overheard by others. They deny that Chambers threatened the husband. Furthermore, the attorneys said their client has had to file police reports about the husband threatening him in the past.

After a hearing, the judge in the case reinstated the bond with conditions. Chambers cannot be in contact with his girlfriend’s current husband,

aware of happenings in Trussville City Schools, he said he is also looking forward to spending quality time with his family.

After the meeting, the celebration of Garrett’s time on the board continued with a reception and fellowship.

As for Tolbert, she said she is ready to take on the challenge of a five-year term on the Trussville City Schools Board of Education. Tolbert is originally from West Point, Mississippi, but has lived in Trussville for many years with her husband, Bernardo, and their two children. Garrett works in the multi-family industry by helping those in need get shelter.

Tolbert said she looks forward to being a part of a strong school system and she hopes to be a servant-leader for the students, school faculty and the community.

he cannot be in possession or around any firearms and he has been placed on a monitor.

Chambers was released from the Jefferson County Jail on May 10, after posting bond.

The victim in the murder case, Trull, was killed on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020, at a home in the 7500 block of Weems Lane in Clay. Court documents state that Chambers was upset regarding a confrontation during which the victim had been accused of assaulting another family member. A court affidavit states Chambers shot Trull with a pistol.

The murder case has been bound over to a Grand Jury.

Chambers is considered innocent until proven guilty and his attorney said he is confident his client will be cleared of all charges.

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Trussville PD Captain speaks at Ridgecrest Baptist Church

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

TRUSSVILLE — Ridgecrest Baptist Church, in Trussville, invited a Trussville Police Captain to give his testimony on Sunday, May 16, 2021.

Senior Pastor Dr. Ric Camp welcomed Cpt. Greg Cardwell to the stage as part of National Police Week.

The chaplains with the Trussville Police Department spent the week ministering to officers and even provided a steak dinner to the department on Thursday and Friday. As one of the chaplains, Camp said he has grown close to Cardwell.

“He is such a unique man and such a great friend,” Camp said.

Cardwell said he is thankful for the chaplain program, which was created by Chief Eric Rush.

“The chaplaincy program was, I believe, something that was put on Chief Rush’s heart to do and it’s been a wonderful success and we appreciate everything they do,” Cardwell added.

Being raised in church, Cardwell said throughout his 21 years as a police officer, he has depended on the Lord for safety and guidance. Throughout challenging times in law enforcement, and in his personal life, he said patience has been gifted to him from God. “A lot of times we want things to work out a certain way but that’s not God’s plan,” Cardwell explained. “So, I’ve

learned to look to His plan, not my own and that’s helped me out a whole lot.”

In over two decades fighting crime, Cardwell said his faith has gone hand-in-hand with his duties to serve and protect.

“As scripture states, we should use whatever gifts God has given us to serve others,” he stated. “By this service, people may see God’s grace in various forms. You definitely have to have a servant’s heart

and leading productive lives.

Addiction can be a serious stronghold on an individual.

A lot of people couldn’t break their addiction without God’s intervention to bring them out of that bondage.”

He said it’s those moments that he realizes God is a true miracle worker and that “He helps those who cry out to him.”

Cardwell shared a Bible verse that he said he has taken with him his entire career.

Trussville Police Cpt. Greg Cardwell speaks to Ridgecrest Baptist Church on Sunday, May 16, 2021.

to be a police officer. We take the oath with the understanding that there may come a day that we will have to give our lives to save the life of a complete stranger. It doesn’t get more selfless than that.”

Even during the most tense, tragic and terrifying moments, Cardwell said he has seen God’s work on the front lines.

“You deal with people on their worst days,” said Cardwell. “Say, an addict that you deal with, then one day you see them and they are clean

“Isaiah Chapter 6, verse 8,” he said. “I’ve carried this verse with me in my car for 21 years. I’ll read it to you: Then I heard the voice of the Lord say, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here I am.

Send me!”

Camp encouraged the church to pray for and to thank members of law enforcement when they see them in public.

He then called Cardwell and his wife Beth to the front of the church and prayed over them.

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Pedestrian killed in Center Point hit and run identified From The Tribune staff reports

CENTER POINT — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a pedestrian on Cen-

ter Point Parkway, on Thursday, May 13, 2021.

Leroy Riles, Jr., 46, of Birmingham, was walking in the 10 block of 24th Avenue

NW when he was struck by a vehicle, according to Coroner Bill Yates.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said the driver of the vehicle left the scene.

Riles was found nearby in the

2400 block of Center Point Parkway. He was pronounced dead on the scene at 11:08 p.m.

Sgt. Joni Money said de-

tectives are gathering information. There are Flock Safety cameras in the area to help with the investigation.

“After speaking with witnesses and analyzing evidence, detectives were able to determine that the vehicle was a white two-door, Honda Accord,” Money said.

“While continuing to evaluate the information they had collected, deputies were able to locate a vehicle that matched the description of the suspect vehicle, nearby at Valley Brook Apartments. The vehicle had heavy front-end damage and a severely damaged windshield. The vehicle has been collected as evidence.”

If you have information, call the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at (205) 3251450.

City Hall, the Trussville Civic Center and the Trussville Public Library.

DAR will collect flags that are turned in and the Boy Scouts will dispose of them properly.

Michael McGinnis, the Assistant Scout Master for Troup 216 said he is pleased

with the project Stanley chose.

“He is an incredible scout and it’s such a worthy project to do,” said McGinnis. “This is something that has not been done in my three years being involved with the troops. It is so important for people to learn how to properly retire and pay respects to their flags and it’s just a great project.”

According to the U.S. Flag Code, “The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning”. A lot of people feel uncomfortable burning a flag and it can be dangerous, so the scouts offer three flag retirement ceremonies a year.

Trussville City Councilor Perry Cook was on hand with Stanley for the placing of the drop off box in the lobby at City Hall.

You can view a photo gallery of the project from start to finish in this story on www.

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Zachary Stanley built the boxes for his Eagle Scout project.

“I heard that the Daughters of the American Revolution were looking for a way to collect flags and I saw that not many people outside of scouts and police and fire departments knew a whole lot about flag retirement,” said Stanley. “So, I thought this would be a good way to get people to learn about flag retirement and how to properly retire their flags when they are no longer useful.”

Stanley recently received a scholarship to Texas A&M, where he will study Construction Science, so the building of the boxes was a perfect project for him.

“I had to learn a lot about how to put in bolts at what seemed like strange angles so that they wouldn’t stand out much,” Stanley said.

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Vaccine

they have questions.

“The vaccine is our ticket back to normal, and I continue to feel optimistic and hopeful in the positive direction we are moving in as a state,” Ivey said.

State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said the vaccine will be available at private providers and other sites which have Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine available.

“We encourage the vaccination of adolescents ages 12 and older to get the protection offered by the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine,” Harris said in a statement.

Visit vaccines.gov to search Alabama vaccine providers by vaccine brand offered.

medications around,” said Rush. “They can fall into the wrong hands.”

Rush said when loved ones do get their hands on those old medications, family members are unknowingly fueling their addiction and the opioid crisis.

“Not only can these drugs get into the hands of kids, but if you have family that has a drug issue, you are opening up the possibility that they can get ahold of these drugs,” Rush added. “So, you need to get rid of those if you are not going to use them.”

The department participates in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day twice a year, but this box will be available year-round for those who are unable to make it to those events. Citizens can access the box Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The box has been securely bolted into the floor of the lobby and is monitored by surveillance cameras. Ille-

gal recreational drugs, liquid medications and syringes are not accepted.

The police department will destroy all eligible medications placed in the drop box, with no questions asked.

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Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine has been used for months in people 16 and older, and earlier this week the Food and Drug Administration cleared its use for those as young as age 12. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave final approval Wednesday.

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey urged parents to consult with their child’s pediatrician if

TPD Box From front page

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

TRUSSVILLE — A new drop box has been placed in the Trussville Police Department lobby to help keep dangerous prescription drugs off the streets.

The Medication Disposal Drop Box will be available for citizens to drop off expired or unused medications. According to Blue Cross, almost 40% of people who are addicted to opioids didn’t have a prescription for themselves in more than four months.

This means that most of them were getting their pills from someone they knew who had unused prescription drugs.

Police Chief Eric Rush said it is essential for individuals to be responsible when it comes to their own medications.

“It’s not good to keep old narcotics or old controlled

The chaplains for the Trussville Police Department served steak dinners to the Trussville Police Department on Thursday, May 13 and Friday, May 14, 2021. Photos provided by Derrick Jordan.

Boy Scout Zachary Stanley (left) installed retired flag drop box at Trussville City Hall. Assistant Scout Master Michael McGinnis (right) joined him.

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Leeds boutique moves to larger space on Parkway Drive

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

LEEDS — A boutique that opened in Leeds in July of 2020 has already grown out of its space and has moved to a new location. Merch Boutique is now located at 8008 Parkway Drive, in Leeds.

The store carries women’s clothing and accessories, kids’ clothing, baby clothing, home decor and more.

Owner Kayla Jones said she is excited to offer a larger space for shopping in the heart of downtown Leeds.

Springville Council From front page

After a lengthy work session prior to the meeting, the council moved rather quickly, addressing the entire agenda in a little over 16 minutes, before adjourning.

The council approved an agreement with the Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging to continue food service through the city’s senior center located near Big Springs

Park. The agreement is reviewed annually for renewal or renegotiation. Although the homebound population has increased in the city, the council approved the agreement with no changes.

Much of the agenda was discussed in the work session, and several items were ap-

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“We’ve picked up on a lot more new customers,” said Jones. “Being here and being right across the street from The Pants Store, we’ve seen a lot more foot traffic.”

The store is opened Tuesday – Friday, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. You can also shop online.

The boutique hosts Sip

& Shops once a month, usually on the first Thursday of the month, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. New merchandise is introduced during the events.

Follow Merch’s Facebook page for updates.

Merch was voted The Trussville Tribune’s Reader’s Choice Best of the Best Women’s Clothing Store winner in 2020.

proved in the consent agenda for purposes of expediency.

Among the items in the consent agenda was the approval to purchase a vehicle to be used in the building department for inspections.

Also on the consent agenda, the council approved expenditures to make repairs to fire and police vehicles. The council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to commit funds to a drug task force in the 2022 fiscal year.

In another consent agenda item, the council approved the use of city property for a local film producer who wants to use the Springville Library and off-duty police officers to appear in a film.

In a follow-up from the May 3 meeting, the council approved a resolution setting a 15 mile-per-hour speed limit in the Crandall Crest neighborhood. The original request had been to place more stop signs in the neighborhood but members of the council suggested setting an established speed limit instead, stating that stop signs have been proven inef-

fective at controlling speeds.

In other business, the council approved Resolution 202126 dealing with a water pollution prevention program with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). The council also approved Resolution 2021-27 for the purchase of cheer uniforms.

Mayor Dave Thomas presented the council with a proposal to purchase the Crown Binder building located on Main Street in the city’s downtown historic district. Mayor Thomas has, in past meetings, expressed interest in purchasing available buildings and recruiting more business into downtown. Council members are reviewing the proposal and are expected to discuss the purchase in the June 7 meeting.

Mayor Thomas closed the meeting by congratulating Springville native Wes Logan for winning the Whataburger Bassmaster Elite tournament.

The event was held May 7 through May 10 at Neely Henry Lake. Logan landed fish totaling 57 pounds and nine ounces to take the trophy.

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LEEDS — A new rug store is now open at The Outlet Shops of Grand River, in Leeds.

The Rug Bug Design Showroom celebrated the opening of the store with the city of Leeds and the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce, on Friday, May 14, 2021.

store,” said Sam Maalouf.

Each rug comes from a city and that city represents a certain design. There are Persian Nain, Isfahan, Qum, Mashad, Kashan, Hamadan, Tabriz, Sarouk, Gabbeh. Tribal rugs from Afghanistan, Pakistan and the borders of Iran.

One of the large Persian rugs on display in his store is a Persian Heriz Serapi rug that is 120 years old. It is orange

less. Rug furnishings include beautiful stools, ottoman, and pillow covers. Their rug pads are great because they protect your rug and floor from spills and pet stains.

The Rug Bug Design Showroom also offers rentals for special events.

The Maalouf’s previously sold rugs at Hanna Antiques Mall, in downtown Birmingham.

Ribbon Cutting Photo City of Leeds and Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting at The Rug Bug Design L-R: Steven Weems – Leeds First Baptist Church, Fred Britt – Power Laser Cut, Randell Pickering – Mills Pharmacies, Bit Thomaston – Chamber Ambassador, Mayor David Miller, Sam Maalouf – Shop Owner, Tim Swann – Grand River Security, Nadine Maalouf – Shop Owner, Demetrius Riley and Adam Armstrong – Grand River, Linda Miller – Guardian Systems & LA Salon, Flowers & Boutique, Tiffiany Abel Ward – Millennial Bank (Chamber 2nd VP), Jeannie Cole – Grand River Property Manager and Sandra McGuire – Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. Ribbon Cutting Photo Courtesy of Shops of Grand River.

Owners, Sam and Nadine Maalouf said their store brings high-quality rugs and furnishings to Grand River. The showroom sells in volume with all types of hand-knotted rugs.

“Our availability for rugs is virtually limitless with access to over 25,000 rugs from all over the world so we have much to offer even beyond what we have right here in our

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and blue designed for the West market.

Rug sizes range from 1×1 to 16×27 in store and their warehouse has up to 27×37.

Colors vary from the traditional rug colors to the more light, neutral colors and designs that are very popular right now.

Services include washing your rug, rug repair, rug accessories and rug rentals. The uses for quality rugs are end-

The Rug Bug Design is now located in Suite 310 at 6200 Grand River Boulevard East, Leeds, AL 35094. For more information about The Rug Bug Design, you can visit their Facebook Group www.

Facebook.com/groups/therugbugdesign and Facebook page, The Rug Bug Design.

You may also call them direct at 205.470.7777 or email therugbugdesign@gmail.com.

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Local couples celebrates anniversary at Whataburger From The Tribune staff reports

Pat and Joy celebrated their 44th anniversary at Whataburger in Leeds. Photo: Whataburger.

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LEEDS — A local couple has made a tradition of eating at Whataburger every year on their anniversary. This year, Pat and Joy celebrated their 44th anniversary at the location in Leeds.

The couple ate at Whataburger on their wedding day back in 1977. They always order #15.

Whataburger said it makes special occasions even more special for guests.

PHOTO GALLERY: Leeds Chamber hosts After Hours event From The Tribune staff reports

LEEDS — The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce hosted Chamber After Hours on Thursday, May 13, 2021, at The Livery.

There was food, drinks, door prized and entertainment at the event. Birmingham-based Erica Ryleigh per-

formed.

The chamber hopes to make After Hours a quarterly event, in order to give those working in the city an opportunity for business networking and fellowship. For more information about the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce or upcoming events, contact Sandra McGuire at (205) 699-5001.

Magic City Mini Bar was at the event for drink service.

This event was sponsored by adr Business & Marketing Strategies, Cauble Electrical Contractor, Farmer’s Insurance, Guardian Systems, Inc., LA Salon, Flowers & Boutique, Merch Boutique, Mills Pharmacy, The Livery, Mum & Me Mercantile and Mum’s Unique Consignment Shop.

More than 600 people show up for ‘Ford Tough Cornhole Tournament’ in Leeds

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

LEEDS — A benefit for a Leeds mother and daughter went better than expected over the weekend.

The Ford Tough Cornhole Benefit at Rails and Ales helped organizers triple their fundraising goal. More than 600 people came out to support the Ford family.

Just after Christmas 2020, Jason Ford got the news that would change his life. The 41-year-old was told he had a cancerous neuroendocrine tumor and worse, it had spread to his liver.

Ford went for his first chemotherapy treatment and it wasn’t long before he developed a rare reaction called posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES).

He was admitted to the hospital on Feb. 27 and he never returned home.

While hospitalized, Ford turned 42 on March 9. He died on April 4, 2021, ending his suffering but leaving a hole in the lives of his wife, Summer, and their only child, seven-year-old Palmer.

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Ford’s sister, Carla Meloni, has been working with others during the ordeal, to help the Ford family as they continue to receive medical bills.

“It all just happened so quickly,” said Meloni. “As the medical bills pile up, we just want to do as much as we can to help Summer and try to take one less thing off her plate right now.”

Friends and family organized the cornhole tournament to raise money for Summer and Palmer. They also sold T-shirts.

As for Palmer Ford, Meloni said nights are the hardest.

“Part of her bedtime routine was always for Jason to come and ‘tuck her up,’ as she called it, instead of tuck her in,” said Meloni. “And they would watch movies together and stuff like that at

Jason Ford with his wife, Summer, his daughter, Palmer and the family dog, Callie.

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Trussville City schools going to the dogs: Meet Skye, Bullet and Atom

Peterson From front page

“You can take out your anger and you can just fly around, and I just go out there and fly around and have fun with my teammates.”

With high energy and determination, Peterson was able to finish out his final season of football. As he prepares to graduate, he is now looking forward to focusing on track in college. He will

Clay-Chalkville senior Kameron Peterson (7) was recognized as the school’s homecoming king on Oct. 29, 2020. Photo: Cynthia Young.

go to Texas Southern and he hopes to make a life for himself in Texas. But Peterson said he will always remember where he came from.

“Clay-Chalkville was the first school that I got to experience new things,” Peterson said. “It really opened me up to a lot of new things and I just got to meet a lot of new people. It’s where I started taking sports really seriously. I really found my true self here.

Myisha Peterson will miss her boy. But she knows she did what she could to help him get to where he needed to be.

“It was a very proud moment to see him excel as he did,” Myisha Peterson explained. “To see his determination, his motivation, and just his will to not give up.

It was something that he had

Myisha Peterson, Kameron Peterson and Antoine Arrington.

Photo: Erica Thomas.

in himself. We were there to push him, but we didn’t have to because he would push himself.”

Peterson said she has always made sure she wasn’t pushing Kameron to do what she wanted him to do, but rather what he had a passion for.

“Once he figured out what made him happy, I pushed him to do that,” Myisha Peterson explained. “With me, I know I have always went hard at whatever I loved. So, once I knew what it was that he had

“I can’t tell you how proud I am,” said Arrington.

“He has been a joy to watch.

His accomplishments were all him. The support system that he had showed, and it pushed him. When he said he was not wanting anybody to be disappointed in him, he was serious about that.”

Arrington said it was hard to watch his son hurt and go through rehab, but he said it has been rewarding to see him fight and accomplish so many things.

“All of the rewards that

Football and track star Kameron Peterson has defied odds and faced challenges while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Photo: Erica Thomas.

a passion for, I knew that it would be something that he would go really hard for. It was something that he wanted, not just what I wanted.”

If not for the love of his dad and coach, on and off the field, Antoine Arrington, Peterson said he doesn’t know where he would be. Arrington said the same thing about his son.

Antoine Arrington (left) and Myisha Peterson (right) have served as guiding forces in the life of Clay-Chalkville standout, Kameron Peterson (center). Photo: Erica Thomas.

he received this year are just a testament to how hard he worked to get them,” Arrington reflected. “So, it’s been fun to watch but I am going to miss it.”

Peterson’s nine-year-old brother, MJ Watson, will miss him, too. He’s been watching his big brother’s every step.

Before he packs up and moves away, Peterson has some great advice for all those younger kids who have looked up to him for so many years: “I would say if you want to get somewhere in life, stay on top of everything you need,” Peterson said. “I know, when I was a kid, I had a lot of dreams. When you get older, don’t let that younger you down. Keep your dreams and work hard for those and make a good life for yourself.”

Hewitt-Trussville High School teacher among 16 finalists for Teacher of the Year From The Tribune staff reports

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama State Department of Education announced finalists for Alabama Teacher of the Year.

Jeff Schrupp was selected as the District VII Secondary Teacher of the Year. He is now one of 16 finalists up for the title of Alabama 20212022 Teacher of the Year.

The pool will soon be narrowed down to a top four and the winner will be announced in August. Alabama’s Teacher of the year will then go on to be a candidate for National Teacher of the Year. During the school year, Alabama’s representative will serve as a full-time ambassador for education and teaching profession and will present workshops to various groups.

The following is a list of all 16 candidates.

Julie Matranga Neidhardt Mobile County School System – Hutchens Elementary School District I Elementary Teacher of the Year Krista N. Marcum Gulf Shores City School System – Gulf Shores High School District I Secondary Teacher of the Year

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Sherlita Gilchrist Phenix City School System – Phenix City Virtual Learning Academy District II Elementary Teacher of the Year Kimberly Johnson Auburn City School System – Auburn Junior High School District II Secondary Teacher of the Year Allison C. Phelps Homewood City School System – Shades Cahaba Elementary School District III Elementary Teacher of the Year Pamela McClendon Hoover City School System – Riverchase Career Connection Center District III Secondary Teacher of the Year Sabrina Wright Birmingham City School System – Sun Valley Elementary School District IV Elementary Teacher of the Year Leah Hughes Tuscaloosa County School System – Hillcrest High School District IV Secondary Teacher of the Year Catherine B. Jackson Pike County School System – Banks School District V Elementary Teacher of the Year Lilian U. Zekeri Macon County School

System – Tuskegee Institute Middle School District V Secondary Teacher of the Year Megan Kreitlein Pell City School System – Eden Elementary School District VI Elementary Teacher of the Year Mashell Wehn Arab City School System – Arab High School District VI Secondary Teacher of the Year Rachel Graves Florence City School System – Weeden Elementary School District VII Elementary Teacher of the Year Jeff Schrupp Trussville City School System – Hewitt-Trussville High School District VII Secondary Teacher of the Year Candilyn Renee Holt Limestone County School System – Elkmont School District VIII Elementary Teacher of the Year Kierstan Bell Huntsville City School System – Hampton Cove Middle School District VIII Secondary Teacher of the Year

From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — If a dog is a man’s best friend, there are three very special new members of Trussville City Schools.

Skye, Bullet and Atom are trained facility dogs now roaming the halls of Hewitt-Trussville High School and Hewitt-Trussville Middle School.

TCS and Service Dogs Alabama (SDA) teamed up to make the new additions possible. The facility dogs were approved before the coronavirus pandemic, but we are sure they will help ease the daily stresses of students and teachers while

Bullet and Skye

Atom

facing unique challenges. The three dogs completed training and are Certified Facility Dogs.

Skye is at the high school.

She will assist students and staff.

“Skye has been skillfully trained to serve her new educational setting by assisting with intervention tasks and breaking patterns of disruptive behaviors in classrooms, counseling sessions, and in testing spaces,” TCS said in a statement.

Counselor Laura Stalls is Skye’s handler. With the duo at the helm of the new program at HTHS, the SKYE is the limit.

Bullet and Atom are in

the middle school. We aren’t sure, but we assume that Bullet is very fast and Atom’s favorite subject is science.

Krista DeMent, Counselor at Hewitt-Trussville Middle School, is Bullet’s handler and Erin Piper, Assistant Principal, is Atom’s handler.

The purpose of the K-9 helpers is to reduce stress and increase motivation, focus and task persistence.

The program was facilitated through a program with the Alabama State Department of Education.

Continued training and monitoring will be in place by SDA for the remainder of the dogs’ working lives.

Leeds Board of Education recognizes students, passes budget amendment

By Nathan Prewett

LEEDS – Six Leeds High School (LHS) students who scored a 30 or higher on the ACT were recognized at a meeting of the Leeds Board of Education on Tuesday, May 11, 2021.

Leeds High School tennis coach Jeff Thomas brought his team to the meeting where he thanked the board for their help in expenses for a trip to Mobile. In addition to playing tennis games there, the team spent time at the beaches and toured the U.S.S. Alabama.

Afterward, the board recognized the six LHS students.

These were: Zachary Flowers, Josie McGuire, Hannah Stone, Emma Terry, Joseph Whitcomb and Jonathan Robbins. Each student was given a plaque and a certificate.

Robbins was not in attendance at the meeting.

“Congratulations,” LHS Principal Rayford Williams said. “They’re all fine students. They worked hard and they deserve this.”

Schools Finance Officer Ryan Miller gave a presentation for the amendment of the fiscal year 2021 budget in May for the consideration of the board. The amendment adds new personnel, supplements or extra pay – including extraordinary compensation and 2% state raise – and expenditures after the original budget was approved.

In a copy of the amendment was included a number of added state revenue.

Among these were funds from the Alabama Reading Initiative for summer reading for $25,800 and intervention for $4,816, as well as a donation from the state legislature of $32,000.

Others were: • Foundation Program – Current Units – $191,280 • ETF Advancement and Technology Fund – $538,867 • Series 2020-B Capital Bond Proceeds – $2,222,088.39 • GAP Coverage – $4,901 • AAEI (Art) Grant – $20,000 for Leeds Middle School

• Mental Health Services grant – $45,625 • Medicaid – $25,000 • Sale of buses (Nine busses were sold) – $40,000 The amendment adjusted local revenue in the following: • Transfer in from extended day programs – $50,000 • Sale of fixed assets (vehicles sold) – $50,000 • Jefferson County 8.2 Mills Countrywide to Actual – $85,000 • Clair County 10.5 Mills Countrywide to Actual – $18,000 • Shelby County 16 Mills Countywide to Actual – $7,000 • Jefferson County Commission Lump Sum to Actual $14,000 Miller said that they are still in the application process for funding from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund or

be held on May 27 at 6 p.m.

Ceremonies will be held at the Church of the Highlands, Grants Mill Campus. No tickets are necessary for this event.

Moore also mentioned the recent passage of the TEAMS Act, which will raise the pay of teaching positions for science, math, and computer science.

In other business, the board: • Reelected members Scott Sisk and Kathy Dutton as president and vice president respectively, • Passed a policy where the board has to authorize funds from donors and that the funds have to be used for future expenses benefitting the schools, • Declared a walk-in cooler at Leeds Elementary School an emergency to speed up the process of getting quotes for a new one,

From left to right: Joseph Whitcomb, Emma Terry, Hannah Stone, Josie McGuire, and Zachary Flowers.

ESSER II for $1,166,153 and ESSER II ALSDE Reserve for $85,032. The amendment’s second page listed expenditures not included in the original budget. These were for various equipment, grant expenses, furnishing and upgrades to the stadium.

The budget amendment was later passed by the board.

Financial reports can be seen on the Business and Finance section of the Leeds City Schools site.

During his comments Superintendent John Moore said that graduation for Leeds High School students will

• Amended its policy regarding virtual school to encourage traditional, in-person learning, • Accepted a low bid for fencing at the stadium at Leeds Middle School, and • Agreed to enter along with others nationally into a class-action lawsuit against the vaping company Juul, citing concerns of vaping and its effects among youth.

The next meeting is scheduled for June 8 at 6 p.m. at the Leeds City Board of Education Building, which is located at 1517 Hurst Ave.

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Calendar Strikeout Leukemia Wiffle Ball Tournament May 22

Hewitt FBLA has partnered with Hannah O’Kelly in her efforts to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Hannah has been nominated by the LLS to participate in their Students of the Year program. Proceeds from the event will be donated to Hannah’s campaign.

Spectators are welcome to watch and are also welcome to make donations to Hannah’s cause.

Registration is open for anyone interested in participating. Teams of 7-10 can click here to register. The cost for registration is $100 per team and each participant on the championship-winning team will be awarded a gift card.

The entry fee will be paid at the registration table beginning at 8:00 am at the fields the morning of the event but payment will be accepted prior to then.

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Trussville, AL United States Tribute to Pink Floyd May 28 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Free

Coming to Ferus Artisan Ales/ Trussville Entertainment District on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 7pm- Uncomfortably Numb, a Pink Floyd Tribute Band!

The region’s newest Pink Floyd experience, is made up of touring-professional musicians, who all have a deep love for the music, the live theatricality, and the story behind one of the World’s most influential bands. The group recreates some of Floyd’s most challenging and underplayed gems, on top of playing many of the hits that made them what they are.

Venue Ferus Artisan Ales AJ Beavers and the Band at Ferus May 29 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Free

Local Musicians AJ Beavers, Macey Taylor, Mark Kimbrell, and Michael Shackelford will be taking the stage playing some of your favorite covers.

This is a FREE EVENT, ALL AGES! Venue Ferus Artisan Ales Stuffed Animal Workshop for Children at Trussville Public Library!

June 8 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Free Tuesday, June 8th- Five sessions-10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 5PM, and 6PM)- Join us in the LBK Auditorium to hear a story, have a snack, and create a plush animal (think Build-A-Bear). Each session of 20 participants will be available by registration only.

PreK-2nd grade.

Venue Trussville Public Library Beginner Fly-FishingAdult program at Trussville Public Library June 8 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Free Charles Yeager from Turkey Creek Preserve will join us behind the library for this beginner session. He is a fly-fishing enthusiast and has previously taught at the Audubon Mountain Workshop. Space is limited, so registration is required.

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Lines for new voting precincts in Trussville drawn

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

TRUSSVILLE — After experiencing overcrowding at some voting locations during the 2020 Presidential election, the city of Trussville has added two new voting precincts for future elections.

The facilities that will host the new voting precincts are the Trussville Civic Center and Faith Community Fellowship. The precincts at City Hall, First Baptist Church Trussville and North Park Baptist Church will still be used, but lines have been drawn to change how many people will be at those facilities.

The city has nearly 20,000 registered voters. In 2020, people were forced to stand in line for hours, particularly

at the Trussville City Hall location. The line grew all the way to the railroad crossing on South Chalkville Road at one point and local restaurants brought in free food for people waiting to cast their ballots.

Choat said after that heavy turnout, he, along with City Clerk Dan Weinrib and Jefferson County Commissioner Joe Knight took the issue to Jefferson County Registrar Barry Stephenson. The new lines were drawn for each voting precinct.

“The ones that are affected the most are the ones that have voted at First Baptist Church,” Choat said. “Some of those will now be voting at the Civic Center. Some of those who voted at City Hall will now be voting at First Baptist Church as well as

Faith Community Church.”

Choat said City Hall had over 5,000 voters assigned to that location and now it will be just over 2,500.

Registered voters in Trussville will receive a new voter registration card clarifying where their voting precinct will be, before the next election.

Choat said he would’ve like to have seen a voting precinct put on the South Chalkville side of town, but there was not a location large enough that was ADA compliant.

Addresses of each location are: Trussville City Hall 131 Main St, Trussville, AL 35173 Trussville Civic Center 5381 Trussville Clay Rd, Trussville, AL 35173 North Park Baptist Church 5700 Deerfoot Pkwy, Trussville, AL 35173 First Baptist Church Trussville 128 N Chalkville Rd, Trussville, AL 35173 Faith Community Fellowship 7660 Gadsden Hwy, Trussville, AL 35173

Hewitt FBLA supporting Trussville teen’s campaign 2nd Annual Leland Dockery for LLS Student of the Year Tribute Cruise-in planned with benefit tournament at First Baptist Church Trussville From The Tribune staff reports

Photo courtesy of Ron Burkett.

From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The 2nd Annual Leland Dockery Tribute Cruise-In will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at First Baptist Church Trussville.

Longtime member of FBCT, Leland Dockery, passed away on March 27, 2019, at the age of 68, leaving behind a life filled with family, friends, community and country. Husband to wife Denise, father of two, grandfather of four, he was a veteran of the US Coast Guard, retired as owner of Dockery

Electric, and served as chairman of the Trussville Utilities board.

Dockery enjoyed spending time at the family’s lake house and making local breakfast rounds with the guys. All his life he had a thing for cars. Leland loved his cars and had been tinkering with hot rods since he was in high school. He personally restored over 30 cars.

The Seasoned Adult Ministry at FBCT talked to him about having an auto show and he thought it was a great idea. They never imagined they would we would be having one without him so they

are honoring him through it. They anticipate over 150 show-quality vehicles on the campus of First Baptist.

Pre-registration is available online at https://www. fbctrussville.org/2021/03/22/ leland-dockery-cruise-in/ Onsite vehicle registration begins at 8:30 a.m. the day of the show.

Classifications are favorite truck, favorite car, overall favorite vehicle, and a Mayor’s choice will be chosen.

Registration and admission to the event are free!

A variety of music from 50s Carhop to Bluegrass to Contemporary and Mainstream Christian Music will be played at the event. They will several food trucks plus a live DJ and a host of door prizes donated by area merchants to be given out throughout the day. Two of Dockery’s cars will also be on display at the cruise-in.

For more information about the Leland Dockery tribute cruise in visit fbctrussville. org or call the church office at 655-2403.

The cruise-in will be from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

TRUSSVILLE — Hewitt FBLA has partnered with Hannah O’Kelly in her efforts to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The club will host the Strikeout Leukemia Lymphoma Whiffle Ball Tournament on Saturday, May 22, 2021.

The event will be held at the Trussville United Soccer Fields at 4601 Pump House Road.

O’Kelley was nominated by the LLS to participate in its Students of the Year program.

She said the cause is dear to her heart because of her own personal experiences.

“It’s important to be because I’ve been directly impacted by the effects of cancer with my dad passing away when I was in fifth grade,” said O’Kelley.

O’Kelley’s father, Kevin O’Kelley, died in 2015 from kidney cancer. Since then, she

has felt the need to strive to make a difference.

“Curing any kind of cancer is amazing but to hear that the research that goes into treating leukemia and lymphoma helps treatment and research for other cancers is what sold me on this,” she

said.

Proceeds from the event will be donated to her campaign. The event is school-led but not a school event.

Spectators are welcome to watch and are also welcome to make donations to the cause.

Creek Bank Festival in Leeds attracts record crowds From The Tribune staff reports

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FINANCE: Is the economic cycle shifting?

By David Guttery, sponsored content

I believe that the most pressing concern on the minds of my clients at the present time is inflation, and the evidence that is beginning to suggest a slowing of economic activity. On Wednesday of last week,

Brandon and I had the opportunity to meet Brian Wesbury, the chief economist at First Trust, while attending a half-day seminar here in Birmingham. It was reassuring to hear that our views on the economy were largely congruent with those of Brian, and that we found ourselves concerned by similar things.

Let me show you a chart that depicts the business cycle. I like this chart because it is a simple graphical depiction of an otherwise complex cycle that impacts our decisions regarding sector exposure, and the investment advisory services that we render to our clients.

I have encouraged my clients to think of this chart in terms of seasons. Think about how your behavior is incentivized by what you feel. When it is cold, you are likely incentivized to wear jackets and jeans in response.

During the heat of the summer months, you are likely incentivized to wear shorts and spend time in your swimming pool.

This chart offers a high-level suggestion of sectors in the market to which you may gravitate during times when spring gives way to summer and then to fall and eventually winter.

About eight months ago, I believe that we were squarely in the expansion, to peak phase of the economic cycle.

Typically, this part of the cycle is characterized by rising

wages, low inflation, lower taxes, higher velocity of money, and greater consumption activity that is focused in discretionary areas. Therefore, at a high level, long-term investors would benefit from having greater weightings in areas such as consumer discretionary spending, technology, industrials, and transportation stocks during this phase of the economic cycle.

Today, I am monitoring the patterns of several dozen economic indicators, and these patterns are suggesting that conditions are changing.

These patterns are suggesting that what you are feeling today is changing. My question therefore is to what degree might we expect consumers to begin wearing long sleeves instead of short sleeves?

Granted, we have only six months-worth of data to evaluate, but the patterns are familiar. Today, it would appear that wages are stagnating, inflation is clearly rising, we are already beginning to see evidence of a declining velocity of money, and deference is being given to the consumption of staples items over the consumption of discretionary items. Will this persist? Only time will tell, but for the time being, it appears that we are indeed at the beginning stages of an economic cycle shift.

What are the forces behind this shift? There are too many to discuss within the confines of this article, but let me cite one particular economic input that impacts us all. We all consume gasoline.

Regardless of wealth or economic status, we all are

impacted by gasoline. Everything that we consume involved fuel to some extent.

Clearly, you must travel to work, travel to the grocery store, and to take children to school. It is an economically inelastic commodity. That means that you will largely consume the same quantity of the commodity in any given month regardless of its price.

As late as November of

last year, the national average for a gallon of gasoline was about $2.10. Today, it is $2.97.

Clearly, the recent disruption of supply related to Colonial Pipeline has impacted the equilibrium price of gasoline.

Lately, many economists are suggesting that higher than average inflation, and particularly as it relates to gasoline, may be more transient than systemic. Frankly, I believe it is the other way around. I believe it is more systemic than transient. If you’ll recall your high school physics, remember that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Regardless of whether the upward pressure is systemic or transient, it nonetheless results in a reaction. The stimulus of rising prices, precipitates a reaction of changes in consumer behavior, as you remain with fewer dollars with which to consume other goods and services.

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According to the most recent data, inflation is significantly higher today than it was just one year ago. If you

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Over the same period of time, we learned that the consumer price index increased by 4.2% from April of last year through April of this year. This is alarming, because according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, this is the highest rate of inflation over a one-year period of time that we have observed since the Jimmy Carter administration.

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Sherilyn “Sherry” Sue Resmondo Criswell Flora B. Rainey june

26, 1957 ~ may 15, 2021 (age 63)

Sherilyn “Sherry” Sue Resmondo Criswell, age 63, of Steele, Alabama went to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Born in Pensacola, Florida on June 26, 1957 grew up in Alabama, met and married Tommy at Hewitt Trussville High School. They were high school sweethearts. They lived in Trussville until 2018 and then moved to Steele, Alabama. Sherry worked for the United States Postal Service for 32 years until she retired in 2012. When she retired, she enjoyed spending her time with the grandkids. She is preceded in death by her father, Frank Robert Resmondo, Sr., and mother, Wanda Scott Resmondo. She is survived by her husband, Tommy; her daughters, Michelle Dickey (Anthony), and Tiffany Cohen (Andrew); grandchildren, Austin Dickey, Carter Dickey, Harper Brantley, Addyson Cohen and Bradley Cohen; sister, Kaye Resmondo; brothers, Frank Resmondo (Judy) and Terry Resmondo (Anna); several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 19, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Jefferson Memorial Chapel followed by a memorial service at 12 p.m. at Jefferson Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research at www.michaeljfox.org

october

26, 1927 ~ may 13, 2021 (age 93)

Flora B. Rainey, age 93, of Trussville, Alabama was called home by her Lord and Savior on May 13, 2021. Prior to her death she lived with her daughter and son in-law in Trussville, AL. She was born in Cullman, AL to Gilford and Johnnie Whitaker and lived many years in Robinwood, AL with her husband of 50 years, Clifford Odene Rainey. She was a member of Trussville First Baptist Church and her hobbies included gardening and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Odene Rainey, sister Stella Guthrie and brothers Hubert Whitaker, Travis Whitaker, and Earl Whitaker.

She is survived by her daughter Carole Rainey Stack (John Mitchell Stack),her grandson John Gregory Stack (Tessa Owen Stack) and her two great grandchildren Grayson Stack and Claire Stack.

Betty G. (Graham) Wilson october

Betty Graham Wilson went to be with her Heavenly Father May 14, 2021.

She had many loves in her life. Number one was her love for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a member of First Baptist Church Pinson throughout her entire life.

Her second love was her devoted husband of 55 years, John Wilson.

They were married until his death in 2001. They married after dating only six weeks and spent their entire lives loving each other. After they retired, they spent several years travelling in their motorhome with their Allegro Motorhome Club friends. They also loved gardening and preparing the harvests for family to enjoy year round.

Her third love was for her daughters, son-in-law, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She cherished trips with her family to destinations such as Disney World, Point Mallard, Miramar Beach, and Mentone.

Her fourth love was cooking, especially at Christmas. She proudly confectioned Christmas candy and cookies with her granddaughters and great-grandchildren. All of her co-workers came to expect her delicious divinity at Christmas time. Her husband always declared that he ate better than any old man in Pinson!

Her fifth love was teaching. She taught history classes at Hewitt Trussville Junior High School. Her students would probably tell you that she was a hard teacher, but they also were confident in the fact that she was genuinely interested in their success.

She also loved crafting. She never ceased to amaze everyone with her talents in sewing, weaving, tole painting, quilt making, crocheting, doll making, and appliqueing. Her granddaughters will always cherish the adopt-a-dolls she crafted for them. Many of her creations will be cherished by those she gifted with them for years to come. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Ida and Russell Graham, sisters Jeanette Hand and Ruth Carter, and her loving husband of 55 years John C. Wilson. She is survived by her sister Jane Bailey; daughters Mary Ann Davis (Danny) and Susan Dungan; grandchildren, Angie Hancock (Jeff, Bethany Ann, Madelyn), Rachael Hammond (Carl, Carter, Anna Catherine), and Maegan Lyons (Aaron, Justin, Madison); and her beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be Monday, May 17th at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Trussville Alabama. The viewing is scheduled from 1pm until 2 pm with the service in the Chapel at 2pm.

Her family is grateful for the support from family, friends, and her church family. A special thank you to her God-sent caregivers Debra and Brandy. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her honor to First Baptist Church Pinson.

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24, 1926 ~ may 14, 2021 (age 94)

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Jerry E Noell of Leeds, Al passed into Glory to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on May 14, 2021. He was born in Athens, Ga and was preceded in death by his mother, father and youngest brother Camilla, Millard and Steve Noell all of Athens, Ga. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia Rogers of Hayesville, NC, sons Scott (Kathy) Pell City, Al and Russ (Katherine) Hoover, Al and four grandchildren, Brittany, Brad, Emma and Evan. He was a strong and faithful Christian, serving his Lord and hid Church in several areas, including Sunday School Teacher, Trustee, Deacon and Staff Member of Huffman Assembly of God/Cathedral of the Cross. He and his wife are members of Church of the Highlands Greystone Campus. He lived and worked in Leeds since 1972. Serving on The Board of Adjustment for 5 years and played the character of Captain Dabney in the Leeds John Henry Folk Festival for 3 years. He was the owner of Computer Graphic for 20 years. He graduated in 1958 from Athens High in Athens, GA then served 3 years in the U.S. Army as a Nuclear Warhead Specialist stationed in Verona Italy. He then graduated from the University of Georgia in 1964. He loved college football and was an avid fan of the Georgia Bulldogs, becoming a big Alabama fan during his life in Leeds, AL. He also loved playing golf and his golf group of friends. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday May, 18 2021 at 3:00PM. Visitation will be from 2-3PM from the Chapel at Kilgroe Funeral Home in Leeds, AL. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Leeds Outreach 1000 Park Drive Leeds, Al 35094.

Dorothy W. Clegg jan.

29, 1931 – may 17, 2021

Dorothy W. Clegg, of Trussville, passed away on May 17, 2021. She was a retired computer programmer and a member of Trussville First Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was affectionately known as “Gran” to all who loved her. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, William Edwin Clegg; her daughter, Rebecca Clegg Nesmith; her son, William Edwin Clegg, Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Jeannie Clegg Jones; her son-in-law, Edward Nesmith (husband of Rebecca Clegg Nesmith); her grandchildren, Dawn Mitchell (Carl), Stacey Bowen (Shane), Stephanie Cholewinski (William), April Nesmith, William Edwin “Trey” Clegg III (Anna); her great-grandchildren, Caleb Kelley (Harley), Caroline Mitchell, Marley Cholewinski, Riley Grace Cholewinski, Sophie Cholewinski, Connor Mitchell, Stryker Bowen; and her great-great-grandchild, Emersyn Kelley. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 20, at 2pm at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville.

Nancy B. (Boockholdt) Plylar may

30, 1944 ~ may 12, 2021 (age 76)

Nancy Boockholdt Plylar, age 76, of Oneonta, AL passed away on May 12, 2021. Nancy was born in Birmingham, AL, where she grew up and graduated from Woodlawn High School in 1964. After briefly attending The University of Alabama, she left to marry and to start a family. Over the next decade and more she went back to school while raising a family, eventually earning a Bachelor’s degree at Montclair State and her Masters degree at UAB as a professional counselor. She was a caring person who wanted to help others.

Through her work as a counselor she worked as a director at Shelby County Domestic Violence Woman’s Shelter, The Salvation Army and then retired after working at St. Clair Correctional Facility. Her desire to help her others came through in her personal life as well. When her children were young she enjoyed her time as a Girl Scout Leader, Sunday School Teacher and even filled in as a one time basketball coach. After her time as a counselor, she was fortunate to move to Oneonta to be close to her family. During her time in Oneonta, she was a proud member of Union Hill Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, Phillip Pylar (Tonya); daughter, Lorie Hodges; grandchildren, Travis Hodges (Macy), Noah Hodges, Miranda Hodges and Abigail Plylar; brother, John R. Broocholdt; several nieces and nephews. Any flowers can be sent to Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in honor of Nancy.

Lyman Cleveland Chancellor december

19, 1941 – may 13, 2021

Lyman Cleveland Chancellor, a proud life long resident of Leeds, Al. and Veteran of The United States Army, passed away in his home in the early morning hours of May 13, 2021. The best word to describe Mr. Chancellor was AMAZING. His contributions to the lives of many, specifically the youth of the community, was unprecedented. He was not only a father to his children (his most proud accomplishment) but also a proud father figure to those in the community that lacked parental support and guidance. For many years he was a little league coach for several Leeds youth sports, and he was instrumental in creating the girls’ youth softball league for the city of Leeds. He was a class parent for his daughter throughout her early and secondary education years (enjoying embarrassing her every step of the way), a Zamora Shriner, and a volunteer for anything or anywhere he was needed. He previously served as a Leeds City Councilman, and was a member of the athletic and band committees at Leeds High School. After retiring from the grocery business he was able to further enjoy his hobbies of fishing, boating, beekeeping, and ham radio operating. He enjoyed watching UAB, Vanderbilt, and Auburn sports, anything on The Military Channel, Jimmy Johnson race Nascar, and working alongside his co- workers and former veterans at ABC Auction. Mr. Chancellor is survived by his wife, Carolyn Chancellor, their children: son Jeff Holbrooks (Michelle) of Huntsville, Al., and daughter Lauren Gallian (Scott) of Lenoir City, Tn., his “bonus daughter” Lisa Dawson of Leeds, Al., and several nieces and nephews. As a proud Poppa he is survived by his granddaughter Raylee Holbrooks and grandson Chancellor Gallian (he really enjoyed hearing about this one’s “shenanigans” that reminded him of his younger self). He is preceded in death by his father, Sidney Lorenza Chancellor, mother, Loise Elliott Chancellor, brother, Sidney Shelburne Chancellor, niece, Ashley Michelle Flowers, and nephew Sidney Kenneth Chancellor. In lieu of flowers please considering donating to Shriners Hospitals for Children or spending time volunteering in a local classroom or with a local youth sports league. The family is thankful for all of those that have reached out offering their support of Mr. Chancellor.

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No. 4 Tigers turn focus to state, collision with Saraland

By Erik Harris, sports editor

SPRINGVILLE — The postseason run continues for the Springville softball team.

The fourth-ranked Tigers (36-10) will compete for their fifth fast pitch state championship this week in the Class 6A state tournament at Choccolocco Park in Oxford.

See 6A STATE TOURNEY, Page 12

Lord slaps in 5 runs, No. 1 Hewitt earns state tournament spot

By Erik Harris, sports editor

MONTGOMERY — The No. 1-ranked Hewitt-Trussville softball team stayed redhot last week.

With their 13th and 14th straight victories, the Huskies (45-2-1) completed a 2-0 run through the Class 7A East Central Regional to keep their state championship defense alive.

See REGIONAL PLAY, Page 12

Hewitt-Trussville softball vs State Tournament at Choccolocco Park Thursday, May 20

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TRUSSVILLE — There’s a state softball championship up for grabs this week in Oxford, and top-ranked Hewitt-Trussville is among the eight-team field vying for the Class 7A blue map.

The defending state champion Huskies (45-2-1) qualified for state play with a 2-0 showing last Friday in the East Central Regional from Lagoon Park in Montgomery.

As the regional champions, Hewitt-Trussville will challenge South Regional No. 2 qualifier Baker next Thursday in the first round of games. First pitch is scheduled for 9 a.m. from Choccolocco Park in Oxford.

The Hornets hold a record of 19-21 after booking their state tournament invite with a 12-4 win over Bryant in the South Regional loser’s bracket on Friday.

Head coach Taylor Burt and her Huskies will carry a 14-game winning streak into Oxford this Thursday when the double-elimination tournament begins.

See the complete Class 7A state tournament field below.

Hewitt-Trussville senior Crystal Maze swings at a pitch during a home game on April 13, 2021. Photo by Vickie Unlap

• South champion: No. 2 Fairhope (38-4) • South runner-up: Baker (19-21)

• East champion: No. 1 Hewitt-Trussville (45-2-1) • East runner-up: No. 7 Vestavia Hills (26-20)

• West champion: No. 10 Hoover (31-14) • West runner-up: No. 6 Thompson (40-7-1)

• North champion: No. 4 Bob Jones (35-4) • North runner-up: Sparkman (34-12)

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Brown blasts 2 bombs as No. 4 Springville books state tourney bid

By Erik Harris, sports editor

MONTGOMERY — McKenzie Brown showed up ready to play last Thursday.

The senior center fielder brought her best effort in the

seniors that saw their season cut short due to COVID-19 last March.

Her grand slam — a missile to dead center — punctuated a five-run fifth for the Tigers (36-10). With the bases loaded, senior Anna

Springville center fielder McKenzie Brown celebrates a home run as she rounds first base in Lagoon Park on May 13, 2021.

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biggest game of the season, as fourth-ranked Springville booked a ticket to next week’s Class 6A state tournament in Oxford.

Brown, in the East Central Regional No. 1 qualifier game against Mortimer Jordan, went 3-for-4 with two home runs, including a fifth-inning grand slam to spur a 10-8 victory.

“I was just taking it one pitch at a time and using what I had seen from her (MJ pitcher Alyssa Brown) before,” said Brown following the win.

The senior says this group is not only playing for itself, but for the 2020

6a State Tourney From page 11

Springville recently rattled off a stellar Class 5A run, stringing together four consecutive state titles from 2015 to 2018. This will be the school’s first time competing in the Class 6A bracket after being reclassified last year.

Head coach Brandon Easterwood led his girls to a 3-0 run through East Central Regional play last week, scoring the No. 1 qualifier spot with a 10-8 victory over Mortimer Jordan on Friday. Springville also notched a 2-1 first-round win over Gardendale and a 12-0 winner’s bracket victory over Shades Valley at Lagoon Park in Montgomery. The Tigers will travel to Oxford

Black slapped a hot-shot off the glove of second baseman Skylar Johnson, scoring the first run of the fifth before Brown landed the knockout punch on a 1-0 count.

Springville went to the top of the sixth with a 10-4 advantage. Brown capped her day off with six RBIs to go with single RBIs from Tatum Bartlett and Layla Bradshaw.

Mortimer Jordan would fight back to make things interesting in the seventh with four runs scored thanks to a two-run homer from Gerri Luttrell and a two-run double off the bat of Maia Townsend, but Reagan Cor-

riding a nine-game winning streak.

Up next for the Easterwood and company is a state tournament collision with South No. 2 qualifier Saraland on Friday at Choccolocco Park. That game is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. in Oxford.

The Spartans bumped their record to 29-16-1 with a 5-4 state qualifier win over Gulf Shores on Friday. See the complete Class 6A state tournament field below.

• South champion: No. 3 Spanish Fort (36-10) • South runner-up: Saraland (29-16-1) • East champion: No. 4 Springville (36-10) • East runner-up: Mortimer Jordan (21-20-1) • West champion: Chilton County (29-17) • West runner-up: No. 2 Helena (46-12)

nelius recorded the third out with a groundout to second.

“They persevered all year and they overcame in this tournament just like they have all season,” said Springville head coach Brandon Easterwood. “We’ve gotten a lot better throughout the year. They’ve just grown up as a team and they play for each other.”

Cornelius shared the pitching duties with Bella Bullington, who came out of the bullpen to toss 3 ⅓ innings with six runs allowed and a pair of strikeouts. Cornelius got the start and later checked in to record the final two outs of the game: a strikeout and a groundout. The senior lefty fanned three and allowed two runs on three Mortimer Jordan hits.

The Area 13 and East Central Regional champs will go to Oxford next Friday riding a nine-game winning streak, three of which came in Lagoon Park this week.

Frist round: Springville 2, Gardendale 1 Winner’s bracket: Springville 12, Shades Valley 0 The Tigers opened up their tournament run last Wednesday afternoon with an extra-innings win over Gardendale, as freshman Bella Bullington knocked the walk-off home run to right field in the bottom of the ninth inning.

The freshman’s timely shot sent her Tigers into the winner’s bracket with a 2-1 victory over the Rockets.

Her only hit finished Springville’s first game in Lagoon Park with six total hits, matching Gardendale’s output.

For the Tigers, Makalyn Kyser led the way with two hits, including a twoout single in the bottom of the sixth that tied the game up at 1-1 and ultimately sent the game into extra innings. Both teams went scoreless through the eighth before Bullington lined the game-winner to right.

It was the Area 12 runner-up Rockets that drew first blood when A Valentine singed one in in the top of the second inning. That onerun cushion held until Kyser’s base knock in the sixth.

In the meantime, Springville’s pitching duo of Bullington and Reagan Cornelius held the Gardendale bats in check. Bullington earned the start and went 4 ⅓ innings before handing it over to Cornelius for the remaining 4 ⅔ innings.

Bullington struck out four batters and allowed one run off four Gardendale hits.

Cornelius matched the freshman with four strikeouts of her own in four-plus shutout frames.

Later on in the winner’s bracket, Springville stormed

by Shades Valley 12-0 in five innings.

Kyser homered with two hits and three RBIs, Bartlett doubled with three hits and as many RBIs, and the Tigers capped off a 2-0 day in Montgomery with their eighth straight victory.

A late Springville surge wiped out the Mounties on Wednesday night, as the Tigers pushed 10 runs across during the final three frames. Seven different girls knocked in runs for Springville, including one RBI apiece from Bekah Hargrove, Addie Bowling, Emmy Leopard, Mckenzie Brown and Bullington.

Springville freshman Bella Bullington rounds the bases following a walk-off home run against Gardendale in the East Central Regional on May 13, 2021. Photo from Springville High School softball

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An abundance of offensive production sent Hewitt-Trussville off with a 12-2 win over No. 9 Central-Phenix City in the Friday morning session and an 11-4 victory over eighth-ranked Auburn in the No. 1 qualifier game last Friday afternoon in Lagoon Park in Montgomery.

“We’re playing with a lot of confidence,” said Hewitt head coach Taylor Burt. “We looked at this weekend as a business trip.”

The Huskies will join an eight-team bracket in Oxford this week for a shot at a second straight state title.

Burt led the girls to a championship season in 2019. No postseason play was allowed in 2020 due to COVID-19 restrictions.

No. 1 qualifier: Hewitt-Trussville 11, Auburn 4 Hewitt-Trussville secured its state tournament bid on Friday afternoon with an 11-4 win over Auburn.

The Huskies, much like they did in their regional opener against Central-Phenix City, jumped out front early with a productive first inning. Third baseman Jenna Lord, an Alabama signee, found contact with runners on, grounding a two-run single into the center field grass.

Lord then found her way home off a two-bagger into deep center from catcher RileyTyree.

Hewitt-Trussville went to the second on top 3-0, and quickly doubled their cushion with another three-run frame.

Lord took full advantage of a bases-loaded situation with a two-out double off the fence in straightaway center. The Auburn outfielder gave chase, but couldn’t quite glove the deep shot with her back against the wall. The bases cleared as Lord coasted into second base with a 6-0 lead.

She would lead the Huskies with two hits and five RBIs. Katelyn Murphy pitched in with two hits and two RBIs of her own.

Senior right-hander Tori Hyde supported her bats with a strong showing in the circle. She fired a complete seven innings with one walk issued and five strikeouts.

Burt praised both Hyde and Sara Phillips, who pitched a complete game in the opener Friday.

“They both did an incredible job,” said Burt. “They came out with a game plan and worked it to perfection and had very few bumps in the road. When your hitters give you run support, that helps you relax a little in the circle.”

The fourth started with back-to-back infield singles from Anyce Harvey and Hannah Dorsett, who set the table for a devastating five runs that gave the Huskies an 11-2 advantage. Kenleigh Cahalan slapped Harvey in with a hard-hit single into left, which led to an error that sent Dorsett home for an 8-2 lead.

Crystal Maze and Katelyn Murphy added run-scoring line drives to punctuate a big offensive inning for the Area 6 champions. Dorsett, Maze and Tyree each finished with two hits for Hewitt-Trussville.

Following the game, Burt touched on the depth of this year’s lineup.

“The bottom of our lineup has absolutely produced and done an incredible job these last four or five ballgames and it’s made all the difference in the world,” said Burt. “I’m super proud of them.”

First round: Hewitt-Trussville 12, Central-Phenix City 2 Hewitt-Trussville played up to its No. 1 ranking on Friday morning in the first round of the Class 7A East Central Regional in Montgomery.

Two big innings propelled the Area 6 champion Huskies on their way to a 12-2 victory over No. 9 Central-Phenix City, which pairs them with

Hewitt-Trussville shortstop Kenleigh Cahalan gloves a throw from the catcher during an East Central Regional game in Montgomery. Photo

by Erik Harris

eighth-ranked Auburn in the No. 1 qualifier game on Friday afternoon.

En route to the club’s 13th straight win, Hewitt-Trussville started things with five runs in the bottom of the first, added six more in the fifth and enacted the mercy rule with a single run in the sixth off Katelyn Murphy’s second hit and second RBI of the morning.

Freshman pitcher Sara Phillips worked with a stellar Huskies’ offense at her back, tossing a three-hitter with nine strikeouts for the home team. The right-hander worked out of trouble in the top of the second when Central-Phenix City loaded the bases with one out. Phillips responded with back-to-back strikeouts to pin three runners on and preserve the 5-0 advantage.

Her offense scattered 11 hits on the Red Devils, as Hewitt notched its 16th double-digit victory of the year.

Seniors Murphy and Jenna Lord logged two hits and two RBIs apiece to go with a onehit, three-RBI outing from junior catcher Riley Tyree.

Shortstop Kenleigh Cahalan barreled up a sacrifice fly during a six-run fifth, which also included a a pinch-hit RBI single from junior Riley Rudick.

The Defending state champions will be back in action at 1:45 p.m. against Auburn, who cleared Vestavia Hills 3-1 in the first round on Friday, with a spot in the state tournament on the line.

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