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2022

Two recipients named for the Donna Smothers Walker Memorial Scholarship

Argo Sgt. Como informs city council that felony arrests in Argo are on the rise

By Crystal McGough For The Tribune

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Leeds Council hears audit report, comments on Main Street, library

By Nathan Prewett For The Tribune

ARGO – Argo Police Sgt. Jack Como gave the monthly police report at the regular city council meeting on Monday, June 13, where he said that May was a particularly

LEEDS – Much of the Leeds City Council meeting on Monday, June 6, concerned the city’s recent entrance into the Main Street Alabama program, as well as an audit report.

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Irondale announces purchase of Zamora Shrine Center

Trussville council sends Glendale Farms back to P&Z, approved rezoning of Husky Parkway properties

By Hannah Curran Editor

IRONDALE — The city of Irondale announced at the council meeting on Tuesday, June 7, the purchase of the Zamora Shrine Center, located at 3521 Ratliff Road.

The council approved See ZAMORA, Page 7

Shades Valley FBLA students thank Irondale City Council for contributions towards National Conference

By Crystal McGough For The Tribune

IRONDALE — The Shades Valley High School chapter of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of AmerSee IRONDALE, Page 5

Trussville calls special meeting to approve traffic lights, Trussville Social ABC Application

By Hannah Curran Editor

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council held a special session on Thursday, June 9, to authorize the request for additional traffic signals with Alabama Power, See SPECIAL, Page 7

By Hannah Curran Editor

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TRUSSVILLE — Two high school seniors were chosen to receive the Don-

57. She left behind a legacy that will live on through the many students she taught

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council made the decision to send the Glendale Farms development back to Planning & Zoning (P&Z)

See SCHOLARSHIP, Page 5

See TRUSSVILLE, Page 6

Grant Corson and Mary Elizabeth Reeves

na Smothers Walker Memorial Scholarship. The 2022 winners, Mary Elizabeth Reeves and Grant Corson, were announced in April at

the Hewitt-Trussville High School Senior Award Ceremony.

Walker passed away on April 15, 2021, at the age of

Vacation without stress with help from local travel agent

By Hannah Curran Editor

TRUSSVILLE — A vacation is supposed to be a time of relaxation and serenity, but planning for the vacation can be stressful. The 2021 Reader’s Choice Trussville Tribune Favorite Travel Agent Clarissa Ojeda-Winchester, has found a new home base at The Cahaba Building on Main Street in Trussville and is helping vacationers every chance she can.

Ojeda-Winchester has been an agent since 2016 and has been with Cruise Planners since 2019. Now she will offer a public walk-in agency at The Cahaba Building.

“I bought my own Cruise Planners franchise in the summer of 2020,” Ojeda-Winchester said. “Since then, I have been running my own travel agency during that time.”

Ojeda-Winchester explained that Cruise Planners was founded in 1994 and is a network of 2,500 travel agents, and she stressed that they are not multi-level marketing (MLM), they are a franchise model.

Clarissa Ojeda-Winchester (Photo courtesy of Clarissa Ojeda-Winchester)

Don’t let the name fool you because Ojeda-Winchester can help you plan your land or sea vacation wherever your heart desires.

“We can do cruise travel, land travel, theme parks, river cruises (both domestic and international), ski trips, custom trips, and group trips,” Ojeda-Winchester said. “There just isn’t much that we can’t do.”

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One of her earliest memories is being on a plane traveling anywhere and everywhere.

However, it wasn’t her love for travel that pushed her to be a travel agent, it was her kids that she homeschooled.

Ojeda-Winchester homeschooled her kids for all 18 years, and she wanted to share how to travel and homeschool children at the same time.

“I put together a homeschool travel resource that has 4,000 followers on Facebook,” Ojeda-Winchester said. “We have done over 200 field trips from Mexico to the local zoo.”

She wanted to make sure she was offering the best opportunities to the homeschool students. She knew there was no one to advocate for homeschool travel and so she applied to a local travel agency to learn the business. The response she got shocked her more than she realized.

Along with the Facebook page, she also created a website called fieldtripsrushomeschooling.com and presented it to the travel agency.

“They were like, ‘Oh, my goodness, you’re already a travel agent, you just don’t know it yet,’” Ojeda-Winchester said. “They hired me immediately, and I got my training there.”

Ojeda-Winchester said that while homeschool travel was not a known niche at the time, it was a much-needed niche in the Birmingham area.

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Trussville discusses potential pickleball courts

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TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council discussed during the council workshop on Thursday, June 9, the potential addition of 12 pickleball courts to be located next to the Senior Citizens Center in Trussville.

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Moody mayor honored for 30 years on council, Avalon public streets accepted

By Nathan Prewett For The Tribune

MOODY – After being tabled twice, a resolution on accepting the public streets in the Avalon subdivision was approved at a meeting of the Moody City Council on Monday, June 13.

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Savvy Senior: Adaptive Clothing Takes the Stress Out of Dressing

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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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Leeds PD requests publics assistance in locating suspect From The Tribune staff reports

LEEDS — The Leeds Police Department (LPD) is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a suspect.

According to the Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama, the suspect was involved in the theft of a vehicle occurring June 1, 2022, at approximately 10 p.m., from the parking lot of the Leeds Walmart.

The victim’s vehicle was

Leeds detectives need to identify the suspect in a vehicle theft. (Photo courtesy of Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama)

recovered a few hours later in the Pelham area.

Authorities ask if you recognize this suspect contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.

You can remain anonymous, and the information you provide to Crime Stoppers leading to the charge and arrest of an identified suspect could result in a cash reward.

The story will be updated when more information is available.

Six suspects arrested in Moody for attempting to steal half dozen vehicles From The Tribune staff reports

MOODY — Six suspects were arrested for attempting to steal over a half dozen vehicles from an area lot on the morning of Thursday, June 9.

According to the Moody Police Department, the suspects attempted to flee when confronted by police, but with the assistance of the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, Leeds Police, and the Department of Corrections tracking dog team.

Three adults, Christopher Washington, 20, Brendann Janice, 18, Lucas Scott, 19, and three juveniles, were taken into custody.

Moody Detectives later determined that the group were all out of the Houston, Texas area and traveled to

Christopher Washington, 20, Brendann Janice, 18, and Lucas Scott, 19. (Photo courtesy of the Moody PD)

Moody with the specific goal of stealing vehicles and transporting them back to Texas.

All suspects are in custody. Detectives have filed multiple felony warrants, and all are currently being held with-

out bond.

Moody Police would like to thank all officers, detectives, and agencies involved.

The story will be updated when more information is available.

Springville man sentenced to 60 years for multiple sex crimes against minor From The Tribune staff reports

MONTGOMERY — A Springville man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for multiple sex crimes against a minor under the age of 12 on Thursday, June 9.

According to the Attorney General’s Office, 38-year-old Timothy Shane Smith was convicted in St. Clair County Circuit Court on May 12, 2022, for first-degree sodomy (a class A felony) and sexual abuse of a child under 12 years of age (a class B felony).

Smith was sentenced to 45 years for first-degree sodomy and 15 years for sexual abuse of a child less than 12 years

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of age. The two sentences will run consecutively for a total of 60 years to be served in prison.

Smith’s trial revealed that he sexually abused the victim, who was between the ages of five and eight.

Smith was not eligible for parole, good time, or a probationary sentence due to the victim’s age at the time the offenses occurred.

“There are few things more vile than the crimes this defendant repeatedly committed against a defenseless child,” Attorney General Steve Marshall said. “It is fitting that he should spend 60 years behind bars with no possibility of parole to fully

contemplate the heinous nature of his acts.”

Moody From front page

In a previous meeting, the council tabled the resolution to examine the costs of accepting the streets for public upkeep and maintenance.

Last month several residents voiced their concerns about the roads near their homes being tended to as they had not had maintenance since 2019.

At last night’s meeting, Mayor Joe Lee said there was an estimated 75 percent for private costs and 25 percent from the city. The resolution was passed unanimously.

Before the resolution to accept the streets was passed during the regular meeting, Lee was recognized for his part in the city government.

Councilwoman Linda Crowe said Lee has been mayor since 2003 and was on the council since 1992, marking 30 years.

“I don’t know if the City of Moody realizes what a fine person we have as a mayor,” Crowe said. “And to do it for 30 years is saying a lot.”

The recognition was made by the League of Municipalities, which gave Lee a certificate that was presented by Crowe.

The council heard from department heads for the month of May, with Police Chief Thomas Hunt reporting 1,524 calls, 49 arrests, 85 warning tickets, 117 citations, 112 reports, 79 misdemeanors (closed 71), and 55 felonies (closed 39), and police vehicles drove 16,152 miles. In addition, $1,505 were spent on vehicle maintenance.

The fire department reported 187 calls, five fires (one residential, one vehicle, three grass, woods, or rubbish), 111 medical calls, 11 vehicle wrecks, nine public service, 27 lift assists, 24

Mayor Joe Lee stands with his wife, Mary (left) and Councilwoman Linda Crowe. (Photo by Nathan Prewett)

false alarms, and one mutual aid. The average dispatch to enroute time was 3.9 seconds and the average dispatch to arrival time was 7.5 seconds.

In other business, the council: • Approved expenses for the fireworks show in the amount of $15,000, • Approved a request from the fire department to purchase additional lights for R-1 Truck for $2550, • Approved a request from the fire department to purchase “NON Disposal” medical supplies for $12,000, • Approved a request from the fire department to send Skyler Cope to a firefighter I and II school on Sept.

19 – Nov. 19 for $1,100, • Approved a request from Hunt for Lt. Reece Smith to attend training classes in Foley in August for $1,300, • Approved an ABC Board 140-Special Events Retail License to OH Sherri Pub, LLC for a Miata Reunion on July 29 to last into the night. After some discussion, the council approved

the request on the condition that any music played be stopped at midnight, • Approved new ABC Board Alcohol License for 050 – Retail Beer and 070 – Retail Wine sales for Fresh Value Moody, • Approved a request from Lee to repair two parking lot lights at the Moody Public Library for $622, • Approved a recommendation by the Planning Commission to amend a zoning regulation on signs to require a two-week permit for the display of feather signs for special events, with a 30-day grace period to have them removed, • Implemented an electronic meeting policy for council members if they meet certain requirements, such as not being able to be physically present due to illness, etc., and • Approved sending a city employee to Leadership St. Clair for $600.

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During public comments, some residents voiced further concerns about the library.

During reports from department heads before the regular meeting, Police Chief Paul Irwin said that there had been an increase in traffic accidents, particularly around the Buc-ee’s area, and advised the public to be careful.

Fire Chief Chuck Parsons announced that the Greenwave-decorated ladder truck has been finished and will be delivered to Leeds in the coming weeks.

Parsons spoke later in the meeting as the council considered a resolution to authorize an agreement with the Leeds Water Works for the use of a building that will serve as a training facility for the fire department.

The property is located at Thornton Avenue Northeast near the Water Works Board building. Some details and a rendering of the facility can be seen on the agenda packet.

In his comments, Mayor David Miller announced that funds would be allocated to be used for the start of the Main Street program that will not need a budget amendment.

“I’m happy to say, as far as my report, is that we have found some funds for the Main Street kickoff without having to do a budget amendment,” he said. “We have some funds and a related account that we can use for that purpose.”

The Main Street Committee will open a bank account in order to use the funds.

During public comments, some residents spoke in support of the Main Street Program, including Judd Moore, who addressed what he said was possible “miscommunication” on “what Main Street is.”

Tiffany Ward speaks to the Leeds City Council about Main Street Alabama, with Kristie Biddle and director Amber Vine behind. (Photo by Nathan Prewett)

He said that there had been criticism from other cities that have been involved in the program, supposedly not succeeding in helping them.

“This is totally incorrect, totally not right,” he said.

“Main Street has never been defeated on helping a city succeed.”

Another to speak was Leeds High School teacher and coach Jesse Turner, who is the son of Councilman Eric Turner. He said in support of the program, calling it a movement. Jacob Meyer later spoke and thanked the council for its presence at a past presentation for Main Street.

Kristie Biddle and Tiffany Ward, who have spoken at past meetings, introduced Amber Vine, who has been hired as the executive director to focus on the downtown area. They announced that the kickoff date is June 21.

The council heard from two representatives from Cork, Hill, and Company, which performed the audit that examined the city’s financial statements. Audit manager Joe Chapman stood and delivered an overview of the report.

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about the report, saying that the city had a net income of $6.4 million, up $2.6 million in 2019. Another highlight was that the city had an excess of revenues over expenditures of $8 million, up $4.3 million in 2019.

A draft of the report can be seen on the agenda packet.

Afterward, the council authorized a hiring freeze for all city departments. Miller said that this is due to the inflation that has been affecting the nation. He said that one of the “hardest hit” aspects of the city is any petroleum service such as asphalt and fuel for cars.

“One of the few ways we have to control our expenses is personnel costs,” he said.

“Right now, our departments are at strength or near it, and this [resolution] would allow us to keep the personnel costs at the present level.”

When public comments were opened, Miller said that the council would not speak on the matter of an employee of Leeds Jane Culbreth Library who was recently terminated due to a potential legal issue. He requested those speaking about funding to give their thoughts to the board, which would make any proposals for budget expenses next year for the council to consider.

Several spoke generally on the library, with the exception of Lindsay Bolcar, who said that she signed up to speak on state funding for the library.

However, she was disallowed to speak, with Miller repeating that the council would not address this particular topic on the personnel or funding.

savings around the corner.

After the meeting, Bolcar shared with the Tribune that she had wanted to bring up information from the Alabama Public Library Service regarding state funding policies to libraries.

According to the information she cited, state funding depends on meeting qualifications to have a five-year aid plan, such as having a qualified director. Currently, the library has an employee acting as interim director following the resignation of Melanie Carden.

Among other qualifications is to maintain a minimum number of hours based on population size, though Bolcar said that the library has had to close earlier than usual due to what she said were staffing issues. Not meeting the qualifications could mean losing state aid.

Ernest Mitchell spoke and, among his comments, raised concerns about the Moton parking “not having anything for our children” and asked if the council to give specifically $3,000 to hire youths to clean up certain streets in the city in response to their allocation of money to Main Street.

In other business, the council: • Granted an additional 30 days to a property owner on Willow Street during an abatement hearing to progress on cleaning it up; • Awarded a contract bid to Southeastern Construction Partners for repairs at the Leeds Railroad Depot in the amount of $108,992; • Approved a lien of $3,719.24 for abatement costs of another property on Willow Street; • Presented a $2,000 check to members of the 12 U All-Star Softball team; and • Awarded a labor and equipment bid contract to O’Cet, Inc. of $294,400, with a “backup” bid to Jeremy Enterprises of $370,000 in case the contract with the first company does not work out.

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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Moody’s Thunder in the Park set for July 9

From The Tribune staff reports

MOODY — The City of Moody will present Thunder in the Park on July 9, a family-friendly event from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. at Moody City Park.

The event features food

Vacation From front page

“I didn’t realize how much, so when I started putting these groups/travel events together, we would have 300 people sign up to go on our group trips to Disney and Universal and our homeschool cruises,” Ojeda-Winchester said. “I had clients, homeschool parents, that were coming from Las Vegas and Chicago, and they were coming from everywhere.”

From this experience with the homeschool travel group, she started to transition into being a travel agent for anyone who needed one.

Ojeda-Winchester favorite part about her job is not the opportunities to travel but the educational components that come with traveling.

She is also a member of

trucks, free live entertainment sponsored by Revocation Radio and carnival rides with armbands available for purchase or pay-per-ride.

The carnival rides are cash-only, but there will be an ATM on-site courtesy of America’s First Federal Credit Union.

Trussville Daybreak Rotary and Trussville Chamber and Publicity Chair of Trussville Area Lions, and she has participated in Trussville City Fest. In addition, she was a Travel Columnist at The Alabaster Newsletter Magazine and a former Disney Cast Member.

Ojeda-Winchester will host travel nights that will be themed various travel excursions on the rooftop entertainment area at The Cahaba Building for any interested in travel.

For more information about homeschool travel, visit fieldtripsrushomeschooling. com, and if you want to book Ojeda-Winchester to plan your next vacation, visit www. cooltravelmemories.com, and call her at 205-873-8621, or visit her at The Cahaba Building in Suite 108.

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Irondale From front page

ica) presented a video to the Irondale City Council Tuesday, June 7, thanking Mayor James Stewart and the city council for their contributions toward their trip to the FBLA National Leadership Conference in Chicago on June 2427, 2022.

“We had about 50 students to compete in the State conference against students across the state of Alabama,” FBLA advisor Necetta Marks said. “I’m glad to report that we had about 30 students to qualify for Nationals. We would definitely like to just thank you guys. Thank you again Councilor London, Councilor Sims, for that additional donation, and of course the city of Irondale.”

In addition to the video, three students stood before the council to express their gratitude. Jake Culberson, Jamie Church and FBLA President Jaylen Fields each spoke a few words about what the council’s support has meant to them.

“My only request is that once you become great business leaders, that you come back to Irondale and put your business in Irondale,” Councilor John London said.

The council held a public hearing concerning the following standard code adoptions: 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Residential Code, National Electric Code (NFPA 70), 2021 International Fire Code, 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 International Existing Building Code, 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2021 International Green Construction Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes and Standards,

Left to right: Councilor Aaron Sims, FBLA advisor Necetta Marks, Jake Culberson, Jaylen Fields, Jamie Church, Lydia Avant, Councilor John London

and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design.

No one spoke for or against the code adoptions during the hearing, and the council unanimously approved adoption of the aforementioned codes as Ordinance 2022-09.

Under the regular agenda, the council also approved Resolution 2022-R-105, authorizing the purchase of real estate at 3521 Ratliff Road, for the purchase price of $5,000,000, and Resolution 2022-R-106, which assents to the vacation of a portion of the right-of-way on Old Leeds Road at the request of Grants Mill, LLC. Under the Consent Agenda, the council approved the following: • Resolution 2022-R-94, adopting an Internal Investment Policy; • Resolution 2022-R-95, adopting an OPEB Investment Policy Statement; • Resolution 2022-R-98-A, amending Resolution 2022-R-98; • Resolution 2022-R-99, rescinding a demolition order on Siesta Motel Building Structures; • Resolution 2022-R-100, requiring that all fire hydrants in Irondale that are installed or replaced by BWWB have a Storz connection; • Resolution 2022-R-101, authorizing execution of

a service agreement with United Ability, Inc.; • Resolution 2022-R-102, authorizing a service agreement with Birmingham Children’s Theatre, Inc., in the amount of $2,500; • Resolution 2022-R-103, authorizing a service agreement with ClasTran in the amount of $2,000; and • Resolution 2022-R-104, authorizing $5,000 to go toward the 2022 Irondale Youth Sports Skills Camp event.

Concerning Resolution 2022-R-104, and the development of youth sports in the city of Irondale, Councilor Robert Box said this is only the beginning.

“This is a great start, but once again, I just want to reiterate this is a start,” he said.

“A month ago, we were approved a little bit of money to get this in place. It grew more than anybody expected, which is awesome.”

Box said that the city of Irondale hasn’t had any type of youth sports or activities in over three years, and Councilor London said that he believes it’s been closer to five years.

“With that said, the mayor does have a vision, which we all kind of agree with,” Box said. “It’s going to be amazing to provide some top-notch facilities for them, but to also

help these children get started and get cranked off.”

Several citizens spoke during public comments in regard to junk and nuisance abatement concerns throughout the city. Six in attendance were there to specifically address their concerns regarding the Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

“There are (junk) ordinances in place,” Nena Nolan said. “They are violating these. They are violating their own ethics covenant of how they are to treat the community. … It’s an atrocity. This affects me personally, emotionally, physically, financially, and I’ve had it. I, nor any of the community, should be treated like this.”

Councilor David Spivey asked the council to request that the mayor get with the inspector to find out what the city can do about the issue.

Upcoming events in Irondale: • June 10 – Summer Screen Scene Series at Beacon Park: Encanto • June 11 – 2022 Irondale Youth Sports Skills Camp at Shades Valley Football Stadium • June 24 – Summer Screen Scene Series: Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark • July 15 – Summer Screen Scene Series: Space Jam • July 29 – Summer Screen Scene Series: attendees can vote for the movie of their choice at irondalecommunityfoundation. com • July 30 – 2nd annual I love Irondale Day, 5-8 p.m., in front of City Hall • September 25 – Irondale’s 135th birthday celebration/music festival at Beacon Park. Attendees must register for free tickets online The next regular meeting of the Irondale City Council has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 22, due to the run-off election. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m.

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during her 33 years as an educator.

Former Paine Primary and Hewitt Elementary Principal Betsy Schmitt said that Walker had impacted many people in her years teaching at Paine Primary.

“We thought about starting something kind of fun in her memory,” Schmitt said.

“We established the scholarship for a student from one of her kindergarten classes.

So a senior who had her in kindergarten, and lots of people made donations to the account.”

Schmitt explained that in 2021 the memorial fund for Walker raised enough money for one senior to receive a $1,000 scholarship.

“We had over $900 left for this year, so the family decided they wanted to make sure that two students got the scholarship,” Schmitt said.

“They added an additional $1,000 scholarship and were able to grant two $1,000 scholarships.”

Reeves and Corson were chosen this year, and both agreed that their time spent in Walker’s kindergarten classroom impacted them greatly.

Walker’s dedication to her kindergarten class shines through all her students.

Reeves and Corson said that Walker always made her students feel welcomed and appreciated and that she was the type of teacher that wanted to be in the classroom every day, positively impacting the lives of children.

Corson said one of his favorite memories from Walker’s class was the “coconut buoyancy test.”

“She asked us if the coconut would sink or float, and of course, the entire class of kindergarteners said it would sink,” Corson said.

After watching the coconut float, Walker helped the students understand why it does, in fact, float and not

sink. Without realizing it, a group of kindergarteners were going through the process of the Scientific Method.

Walker left a lasting impression on Corson when he was just a little boy. He said even though they didn’t know what the Scientific Method was, they were asking questions and figuring out why things happened the way they did.

“Looking back, it was days like those that really shaped who I am today,” Corson said. “I’m very honored to receive this scholarship.”

Reeves also agreed that she wouldn’t be who she was today if it wasn’t for Walker. Her first time in a school classroom was when she walked through the doors of Walker’s class, and Reeves said that Walker made sure that she had everything she needed to succeed in life.

“One core thing I really remember is at the end of the year, she wrote in everybody’s yearbook,” Reeves said. “It kind of kept me going. She said, ‘I wish I had 20, Mary Elizabeth’s, in my classroom.’”

Even as she got older, what Walker wrote in Reeves’ yearbook is something she carried throughout her life.

“The scholarship was something I really wanted because knowing what she did, not only for me but everybody else. She was more than a teacher, and she deserves everything in the world.”

Both Reeves and Corson plan to attend college in the fall. Reeves started courses at the University of Alabama at Birmingham this month and will major in marketing. Corson will attend the University of Alabama at Huntsville and will major in Chemical Engineering.

“She was an exceptional teacher and so loved by this community,” Schmitt said.

“I’m so happy that her family is going to be able to continue the scholarship in her memory.”

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and approved the rezoning of the Hucky Parkway properties at the council meeting on Tuesday, June 14.

Redmont Consulting Group Managing Director Doug Neil requested that the Glendale Farms development “be continued until the next council meeting.”

“We received a significant amount of feedback,” Neil said. “There have been some revisions to be fully vetted, but for us to present those revisions to P&Z so that they might review those revisions and weigh in accordingly.”

Nick Kennemur shows the council the property layout.

(Photo by Hannah Curran)

According to Councilmember Ben Short’s post on his Facebook Page, those changes are that “the developer has agreed to shift its phasing to build single-family detached units at the same time as the townhomes. They have also agreed to a 25 percent reduction in townhomes bringing the total number of townhomes to 43. Additionally, the landscaping and exteriors of the townhomes will be maintained and kept up by the HOA. They have also agreed to remove Carrington from the development name.”

The council approved the 2022-011-PZ Ordinance to re-zone various Husky Parkway properties to Q-RG (Qualified Garden Residential), C-1 (Commercial) & RT (Townhouses) from A-1

(Agricultural). It passed with a three to two vote; yes’ from Councilmember Alan Taylor, Councilmember Ben Short, and Councilmember Perry Cook, and no’s from Councilmember Lisa Bright and Councilmember Jaime Anderson. This rezoning encompassed the following site addresses: • 6560 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning QRG – Qualified Residential Garden) • 6530 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning QRG – Qualified Residential Garden) • 6560 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning RT – Townhouses) • 6595 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning RT – Townhouses) • 6585 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning RT – Townhouses) • 6595 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning RT – Townhouses) • 6595 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning C-1 Commercial) • 6585 Husky Parkway (Requested rezoning C-1 Commercial) The C-1 zoning comes with the stipulated prohibition on animal hospitals.

The Q-RG zoning has the following stipulations: • Minimum 75-foot frontage on residential lots; • Minimum 2200 square foot residences; • A natural buffer averaging four feet bordering the subject rezoned property, akin to Longmeadow; and • Developer agreeing to build a sidewalk along Husky Parkway within the boundaries of the residential garden property.

This particular development had received a favorable recommendation from P&Z before the council voted on it.

“We will start construction immediately once we get the plans,” Nick Kennemur of Little Goose Development LLC said. “In fact, we’ll be

starting construction in probably around four and a half to five months. That’s great news we’ve been working on this project for probably about a year and a half.”

Kennemur said that they hope to sell the RT lots in the low $400,00 range and the Q-RG lots in the high $400,000.

“We have them drawn as 22-foot townhomes right now, the zoning requires us to be 28,” Kennemur said. “There’s 60 of them on there. So when we get to 28, that number most likely will shrink, but we want to get as many as we can on that situation. But we don’t know what that number is. It might be 48 could be 53, but regardless, we’re 60 and under no matter what, inside that zoning.”

The townhomes built will not exceed 60 units because the zoning mandates that it has to be 60 units or less built within that development. The garden homes will also not exceed 6o units.

Everything outside the townhomes would be taken care of by the HOA. Kennemur explained that everything from trimming hedges to re-painting, the HOA would handle it all. The HOA fees will be around $1,500 a year and will be “rolled into the mortgage.”

A traffic study was performed and Kennemur said that the study was done for 33 more lots than the development proposes, and the study showed that the Husky Parkway “would not be affected.”

“Two-lane driveway with one lane inbound and one lane outbound would be sufficient for the anticipated site traffic, and the townhomes will have rear-entry garages,” Kennemur said.

The Trussville City Council also approved a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget to account for a Tree Commission expenditure within the general fund.

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City of Leeds learns how to utilize a rain barrel From The Tribune staff reports

LEEDS — The City of Leeds will be partnering with the Virtual Rain Barrel Workshop to learn how to utilize a rain barrel.

According to the City of Leeds Facebook Page, you can learn how to utilize a rain barrel in your home garden or how to make your own at home with a pre-recorded session led by Rhonda Britton, Regional Extension Agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

Barrels are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Barrels come ready to install or customize yours at home.

Registration required.

Hosted by the Birmingham Botanical Gardens You can register now for the Virtual Rain Barrel Workshop; a pre-recorded session only is $5, an “as-is” barrel + recorded session is $45, and a ready-to-install barrel and recorded session is $55.

To buy a barrel or recorded session, call 205-414-3950 or visit https://bbgardens.org/ rain-barrel-workshop.php.

You can pick their rain barrels up on Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This Virtual Rain Barrel Workshop is presented in partnership with the City of Leeds, City of Birmingham, City of Bessemer, Jefferson County, Jefferson County De-

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Mayor Buddy Choat has been pushing for pickleball courts for some time in Trussville and presented some ideas to the council that would not only better the city, but could potentially bring in more revenue.

“This would be a good addition to Trussville,” Choat said. “Clay brought in over 600 people with their courts.

If we put a facility there, we look to have revenue-producing, bringing people to town, and hopefully, they’ll stay in the hotels.”

Barrett Milam, Vice President of Milam And Company, presented the pickleball court rendering to the council during the workshop. The proposed pickleball courts would have four courts outside and eight courts under a structure. The covered facility design would allow pickleball participants to play through rain or shine without setbacks.

Councilmember Jaime Anderson asked about parking and how parking would impact the Trussville Senior Citizen Center.

Choat explained that most pickleball played on the Trussville courts is in the late afternoon or evening and on the weekends.

“The senior citizens leave the center around 4:30 p.m., so right now, the parking lot would be available for use, and we will continue to let [pickleball players] park

Photo courtesy of the City of Leeds Facebook page

partment of Health, Keep Birmingham Beautiful, Alabama A & M – Auburn Universities Extension, Storm Water Management Authority, Inc. and Jefferson County Conservation District.

A facility of the Birmingham Park and Recreation Board, Birmingham Botan-

ical Gardens is the result of a public/private partnership between the City of Birmingham and the nonprofit Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, a mission-driven membership organization that seeks to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of the Gardens.

along the drive like they have been doing for disc golf,” Choat said. “Also, the Senior Citizen Center is not open on the weekend, so parking would be available then.”

Councilmember Ben Short mentioned that Cahaba Elementary School’s parking lot could also be used when school is not in session.

on solid ground there,” Choat said.

Milam also explained that they have looked at putting in another parking lot with a restroom area near the proposed pickleball courts but did voice his concerns about the drainage issues in the area. Milam said the best course of action would be to put the courts

Barrett Milam shows images of Clay's pickleball courts as reference. (Photo by Hannah Curran)

“That was brought up if they were to have a mega tournament, and they needed both of those parking lots,” Choat said. “That’s a great parking spot for food trucks and parking for people for sure.”

Choat also explained that if the project is approved, they would potentially look at putting restrooms where the old concession stands used to be for the baseball fields.

“It used to be a concession stand area that would be an ideal spot for restrooms, it’s

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closer to the road and raise the elevation around four feet.

Choat explained that the funding is coming through the state from a Park and Recreational grant.

“Senator Shay Shelnutt was able to get some funding to the state that should pay for the entire project were estimating it to cost somewhere around a million dollars,” Choat said.

The official approval of the pickleball courts will take place at the Trussville City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 14, at 6 p.m.

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Springville Night Out set for June 18

From The Tribune staff reports

SPRINGVILLE — The City of Springville is hosting a “Springville Night Out” on Saturday, June 18, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Springville High School.

There will be something for everyone in the family.

There will be free hotdogs, face painting, cotton candy, snow cones, and more. In addition, Bassmaster Elite Wes Logan will have a guest appearance.

The community will also get the opportunity to meet the heroes of Springville (Springville Police Department and Springville Fire and

Rescue).

Springville Police Chief Wayne Walton said one of the night’s biggest highlights is the Alabama Masonic Child ID Program, which will be free to the public. Each child will be photographed, fingerprinted, and a child information pack made and given to the parents or guardians.

“That’s community police at its finest,” Springville Police Chief Wayne Walton said. “All the people that are going to be here, they support us.”

The Springville police wives, a.k.a. 1048 Wives, will be at the event selling t-shirts for $20. The money raised from the t-shirt will go back

to SPD to help buy equipment.

SPD will also be unveiling a new piece of equipment at the event, they will also be holding several free giveaways for attendees.

If you want to experience all the fun and excitement, plan to attend the Springville Night Out at Springville High School.

Some highlights of the afternoon: St. Clair County S.W.A.T, and D.A.R.E., Jefferson County Bomb Squad, Springville Police Department, Springville Fire and Resue, Air l Crime Stoppers, DEA Crime Trailer, Alabama Masonic Child ID Program,

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located between the WinnDixie-based Shopping Center and the Park at Hamilton Place Commercial Subdivision.

The City of Trussville desires to protect the safety of citizens and visitors traveling along Main Street, also known as U.S. Highway 11.

“When the power is turned on to the box, the state has to send an inspector to check the box once it has power to it,” Mayor Buddy Choat said. “Once they’re happy, then they will turn the lights on, and they’ll flash for up to two weeks. It’s just to let people know the lights are there during the night, day, or whenever. When they feel comfortable, they will turn them on, and then it’s our responsibility to main those lights.“ Councilmember Jaime Anderson pointed out that the lights were paid for by the current developers of the Park at Hamilton Place Commercial Subdivision.

During the special session, the council also approved the ABC Application for Trussville Social, located at 114 South Chalkville Road in Trussville.

The new restaurant will

The Trussville City Council called a special session on Thursday, June 9. (Photo by Hannah Curran)

be combining two buildings in the Entertainment District.

One side will be where all the restrooms, kitchen, and offices will be, and the main big building “will be one big, wide-open entertainment venue with a bar in the middle of it.”

Jeremy and Misty Reeves are no strangers to the restaurant business. After moving to Trussville in September 2021, they saw a way to give back to the community of Trussville. They announced the opening of their newest business at the beginning of April 2022 and have hit the ground running.

Jeremy said one of their old slogans is “Where old friends gather and new ones meet.”

Jeremy initially hoped to open Trussville Social by the beginning of June, but during the special session, he said the new goal would be to be open by the first of July.

“Hopefully in another like two to three weeks, but the rest of the floors will be done tomorrow, and Monday furniture started coming,” Jeremy said. “We’re close, so we just gotta get everybody in and make sure that we’re adequately staffed, and everybody’s trained and ready.

Hopefully, by the first, we’ll open.”

Jeremy said it’s pretty amazing to see the changes they have made to space, but the space isn’t the only aspect that will be amazing.

“We will use our base

Trussville Beautification Board announces 2022 winners

Best Use Of Color: • 1st place – Dorothy Stephens at 4700 Riverbend Circle in Trussville • 2nd place – Pat and Bill Smith at 115 Magnolia Street in Trussville

From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Beautification Board announced the winners of the 2022 Beautification Awards.

Judging took place at local homes and businesses on Monday, May 16.

The First-Place winners will have a Trussville Beautification Awards plaque placed in their front yard for a year.

Those plaques will be delivered this week.

First-place winners will receive a lawn plaque and second-place winners will receive a certificate.

The 2022 Trussville Beautification award winners are: Best Home Overall: • 1st place – John and Sally Payne at 6645 Memory Lane in Trussville • 2nd place – Bill and Tricia Latham at 211 Magnolia Street in Trussville Best Turf: • 1st place – Dianne Bobo at 308 Tutweiler Drive in Trussville • 2nd place – Jef and Regina Freeman at 318 Woodward Road in Trussville Best Business: • 1st place – First Baptist Church Trussville at 128 North Chalkville Road in

Trussville • 2nd place – Dobbs and Adkins, LLC Dentistry at 417 Main Street in Trussville

Best Home Landscape Design: • 1st place – Anita Eaves at402 Water Oak Lane in Trussville • 2nd place – Jan Monski at 7304 Old Mill Trail in Trussville

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Oxford Police Department, Fish & Wildlife, Pell City Dive Team, St. Clair County K9 Units, Alabama State Troopers, Poison Control Center, Odenville Police Department, Civil Air Patrol, 1048 Wives, Trooper Brad Hill and his mustang, Hoover Police Department with their Porsche, Jefferson County Health Department, Jefferson County Addiction Prevention Coalition, and more.

menu from the Gridirons, which is everything’s fresh, hand patty burgers and we do a lot of different things like one of our burgers, for example, it doesn’t have a regular tomato, it’s kind of a fried green tomato, instead of onions it’s got onion straws and then the strawberry pepper jam,” Jeremy said. “We do some creative different things, but then we will have a chef’s menu like Thursday, Friday, Saturday night that will rotate with filet, bourbon-glazed salmon, smoked salmon, stuff like that.”

The outdoor area will have a turf area with cornhole and other various outdoor gaming. Inside there’ll be pinball, shuffleboard, and several different little games for the kids.

“Family Friendly, adultfriendly, and we’ll also do live music about five days a week,” Jeremy said. “Sundays we’ll do a brunch we’ll have music out there during the day starting about noon.”

Resolution 2022-R-105, authorizing the purchase of real estate at 3521 Ratliff Road, for the purchase price of $5,000,000, and Resolution 2022-R-106, which assents to the vacation of a portion of the right-of-way on Old Leeds Road at the request of Grants Mill, LLC. This resolution approved a short-term loan and authorized Mayor James Stewart to close on the facility.

Stewart said the city of Irondale does not have any plans for the building.

“We just wanted to get the building under the city’s control,” Stewart said. “Once we completed the sale of the building, we will engage a firm to come in and to do a master plan for the whole 105 acres.

that Irondale had for the plan.

“This will allow them to be able to share what they want to see,” Stewart said.

“Somebody may want to see a Civic Center, somebody may want to see walking trails, someone who may want to see a Rec center. We just want to leave it up to the citizens to be able to make that decision.

Once they make that decision then that allows us as the administrative fund to follow through to make those things happen.”

Stewart said the reason that this is a positive piece of property for the city is that it’s “very hard to build community when you do not have a place for the community to commune.”

“This will allow us to be able to develop that whole entire site where it becomes a destination place for citizens to have an opportunity

Photo courtesy of iloveirondale.com

Citizens will have the opportunity to give feedback as to what they believe the building should be used for and how it would meet the needs of the comprehensive plan of Irondale.

“It’s for the citizens,” Stewart said. “We’re just here to shepherd the process.”

The process for citizen input will be the same as when Irondale developed its comprehensive plan. They held several town hall meetings to allow citizens to come in and brainstorm, white paper was put up around the room to allow people to come up and discuss the seven categories

to fellowship with other citizens like a stadium, we don’t have a place,” Stewart said.

“If we have more than 50 people to meet somewhere, it’s very hard for us to find a place that we can control that can allow that type of crowd to gather.”

This building will allow Irondale to be able to finally have something like some of the other surrounding municipalities have to be able to allow their citizens when larger events take place, to gather within the city limits.

The story will be updated when more information is available.

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My Life as a Hobby: T-Ball – stop & smell the corn dogs!

By Joe Hobby

The other day, I drove by our community ballpark and saw that the All-Star baseball games were well underway.

It’s hard to believe that the little league baseball season has already come and gone. Has it already been two months since Opening Day? It seemed like just yesterday when I saw what seemed to be thousands of parents and grandparents crowded around the baseball diamonds to encourage their future major league players.

Please don’t question me – I’m sure that most parents at the ballpark will tell you their child will make it to the big leagues – Triple-A at the very least.

It seems to me that all ballparks have one thing in common: the bigger the field is, the more serious the game becomes. That’s why my favorite game is the one with the smallest field – T-ball.

Hands down, it’s the best game to watch in the world.

I like it because most kids don’t even know the rules, nor do they care. It’s wonderful – organized chaos with colorful uniforms and imitation leather gloves. The coaches try their best to coach, but the

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interesting month for the police department.

“Felony arrests are up, and they are up significantly from what they have been,” Como said. “We had eight felony arrests last month, and six of those we can attribute to our police dog, Argo.

Argo, on traffic stops, was able to locate narcotics in at least six of those occasions.

parents, most of whom never played baseball in their lives, are screaming instructions at their kids like they’re managing the New York Yankees in the World Series.

“Run, Jacob, Run!” “No, no! Go back, Jacob, go back!”

“Keep your foot on the base.”

“Touch him with the ball!”

I don’t think you hear comments like that in the major leagues. And you certainly won’t hear: “Pay attention!”

“Put your hat back on!”

“Pull up your pants!”

“Quit throwing rocks!”

“Do you have to potty?”

I’ve seen an umpire stop a game because several players from both teams had to go to the bathroom. Forget T-ball; that was Pee ball.

When you watch a T-ball game, you’ll quickly notice that about two or three kids on each team understand what’s happening. The rest would probably rather be home watching Peppa Pig, especially if they’re playing in the outfield.

All three of my boys began their T-ball careers in the outfield, specifically right field. The old saying, “he

was out in left field,” would be more accurate if it was, “he was out in right field.”

For those not well versed in this culture, the right field is T-ball purgatory. You play right field because balls are rarely hit in that direction, making it the perfect place for players who are too young or uninterested in the game. But playing right field is as boring as a lecture on microeconomics. So you can see kids entertaining themselves by looking for bugs, throwing dirt, and in extreme cases, laying on the ground with their glove over their faces. My youngest son

He’s an outstanding dog.”

Como also said that the department has seen an increase in DUIs since school has been out. Traffic accidents, however, were down for the month of May, he said.

The Argo City Council unanimously passed a motion during the meeting to approve a lease agreement with the Argo Food Bank for a walk-in freezer inside of the municipal complex.

The exact location where the freezer will be built has not yet been determined, but the council previously considered either offering an unused office at city hall or making room for it to be built closer to the food bank.

Mike King, with the Argo Community Food Bank, addressed the council on May 25 to request space for the walk-in freezer.

“The food bank has been doing really good; we’ve

Brad had a unique habit of counting all the people in the bleachers, which was quite a feat because he could only count to ten.

On the rare occasion when a ball is hit into right field, the right fielder never makes the play alone. He will almost always get help from the first baseman, second baseman, center fielder, and probably the left fielder. They usually end up in a scrum, fighting over the ball like dogs over hamburger meat. When one of them finally comes up with it, the runner is rounding third.

I videotaped Brad’s first T-ball game years ago and watched it the other day. It’s amazing how totally uninterested he was. That’s because the only reason he was “playing” was because his friends were out there. He undoubtedly enjoyed running around the ballpark more than he did playing in right purgatory.

So when he was in the game, he often carried his outfield shenanigans to the infield, sometimes bringing play to a complete halt. He particularly enjoyed harassing his first and second-base teammates. He would duck walk between the bases, turn his hat backward, and get right in their faces until the coaches physically put him back in his proper spot.

A lot of parents would have been embarrassed by their child’s on-field behavior, but I found it quite entertaining. That’s because Brad was my third son to play T-ball. I’m a slow learner, but after two kids, I finally realized my boys being baseball stars wasn’t going to happen.

So now I see T-ball for what it’s supposed to be – a way for kids to have fun and for parents to judge their children’s interest in the sport going forward.

I also had the foresight to video record a post-first-game interview with my son. Here’s a partial transcript: “Brad, did you have fun playing T-ball?

“Yes, sir.”

“Did you hit the ball?”

“Yes, sir.”

“Did you catch the ball when it came to the outfield?”

“Yes, sir.”

“Oh, I must have missed it. When did you do that?”

“When you wasn’t looking.”

And with that, he looked over his shoulder and made what he considered to be the most important statement concerning the game.

“Dad! I’ve gotta go now.

If I’m not back in the dugout, I’m gonna miss my treat!”

Interview over.

Hopefully, other parents can learn this lesson faster than I did. It’s just a game – treat it that way.

Take time to enjoy the moments that will vanish all too fast. It’s T ball, a rite of childhood passage. Take time to stop and smell the corn dogs.

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really been blessed over the last year,” he said. “We really need more freezer space, so what we would like y’all to do is consider donating one of these offices for us to turn into a walk-in freezer.”

King said that the food bank will cover the costs of converting the space into a freezer. The only thing they needed from the city was approval to do so.

In other news, the council approved a motion to

purchase unlimited digital storage space for the police department’s body camera footage through Axon, as well as a motion to hire Sabre Tech as the city’s new IT service provider.

Argo Fire Department Chief Scott Payne informed the council that the fire department’s dryer had stopped working and needed replacing. The council approved up to $1,000 of rescue plan act funds to purchase the

new dryer for the fire department.

Mayor Betty Bradley said that the city had been approved for a $3,900 tourism grant and will be putting those funds toward a Picnic in the Park event, tentatively scheduled for Oct. 8, 2022.

The next meeting of the Argo City Council will be Monday, June 27, and will begin immediately following a 5 p.m. work session.

Joe Hobby, Tribune Columnist

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The Mr. Bear Show: Reading Adventures June 15 @ 10:00 am 12:00 pm Free

(All ages) Join us for The Bear Show: Reading Adventures on Wednesday, June 15th at 10 AM! This live, interactive stage show energizes children’s interest in literacy. The Reading Bear uses help from the audience to tell the story & concludes with a hilarious game show & two original songs.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Adult Book Club June 15 @ 2:00 pm 3:00 pm

Mr. Damon’s Puppet Show June 16 @ 10:30 am 11:30 am

ship. This event will on the 3rd Thursday of every month Venue Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews Storytime for Growin’ Beans with Ms. Allison: Mermaids June 17 @ 10:00 am 11:00 am Free

Shadow puppeteer Damon Young will join present Stories of the Sea: The Voyages of Sinbad. Don’t miss this fun program for all ages!

Fun Fact: Mr. Damon’s hand shadow puppetry can now be seen in Marvel’s Hawkeye on Disney+ Can you spot him?

Venue Trussville Public Library Puppet Workshop June 16 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

(All ages) Join us on June 17th at 10 AM for a mermaid-themed storytime at the library! We’ll read books & have some fun! There will be snacks & a craft to take home.

Storytime is designed for pre-K children, but all ages are welcome.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Urban Turtle Project June 18 @ 10:00 am 11:00 am

Join us for Adult Book Club! Connect with your community and share your thoughts about the books you’ve read. Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 2PM. Contact the Adult Dept (205-655-2022 or tr.adult@jclc.org) if you need assistance in obtaining books. 2022 meeting dates are Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 16, Apr 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, Aug 17, Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16.

Book selections for June: The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams Venue Trussville Public Library Video Game Tournament June 15 @ 4:00 pm 5:30 pm

The Trussville Library will be holding two video game tournaments this summer!

On June 15th we will be having a Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament and on July 13 we will be having a Wii Sports Tournament.

Prizes will be awarded to the victors. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. As part of the Trussville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program you will earn additional tickets on Beanstack for attending this event.

Venue Trussville Public Library Chair Yoga June 16 @ 10:30 am 11:30 am Free

Mr. Damon will be joining us for a puppet workshop where we will learn about all things puppet. We will learn about making puppets as well as how to move and voice the puppets. This program is open to anyone in the 6th to 12th grade. As part of the Trussville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program you will earn additional tickets on Beanstack for attending this event.

Venue Trussville Public Library From Penguins to Plankton June 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Under the Sea Jamboree June 18 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Free

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Summer Reading Program you will earn additional tickets on Beanstack for attending this event.

Venue Trussville Public Library Dynamic Education Adventures: Liquid Lab June 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Free

Upcycled Cinderella with Bright Star Theatre June 20 @ 10:00 am 11:00 am Join us for a special presentation by renowned marine expert Dr. Jim McClintock!

Dr. McClintock is Professor of Polar & Marine Biology at UAB. His research focuses on aspects of marine invertebrate nutrition, reproduction, and primarily Antarctic marine chemical ecology.

He recently returned from his 16th research expedition to Antarctica where over the past two decades he and his research collaborators have become among the world’s authorities on Antarctic marine chemical ecology and drug discovery and have developed an award winning interactive educational outreach web site (www. antarctica.uab.edu). Dr. McClintock has released numerous publications and is in high demand as a speaker and writer for a variety of outlets, including National Geographic Magazine, Smithsonian Magazine, Discover Magazine, Scientific American Magazine, CNN, the Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, and The Weather Channel.

Veterans & Supporters Meetup June 16 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

(Adults) Join us for a gentle form of yoga on Thursday, June 16th at 10:30 AM. 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.

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Meet us under the oak tree as Dr. Andy Coleman of The Urban Turtle Project will present a selection of Alabama native turtles.

Species found here include Alabama Map Turtle, Alligator Snapping Turtle, Stripenecked Musk Turtle, Gulf Coast Spiny Softshell, River Cooter, and Common Snapping Turtle.

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American Legion Post 205 Hosts a Veterans & Supporters meetup at Red Robin in Trussville. This event is to bring veterans and those who love our troops to come together in a night of fellow-

(All ages) Enjoy an afternoon of mermaid fun for all ages on Saturday, June 18th from 1-3 PM. Participate in a variety of activities & crafts, meet Ariel, sing along to your favorite songs, & more!

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Ocean Mammal Week Kids’ Craft: Coffee Filter Creatures June 20 @ 10:00 am June 25 @ 4:00 pm Free

(All ages) Whales, seals, & sharks… oh my! It’s Ocean Mammals week!

Stop by the library the week of June 20th – 25th to pick up a coffee filter creatures kit. These craft kits are for all ages.

Registration is NOT required.

Craft kits will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning on Monday at 10 AM. We will prep a lot of crafts each week, but supplies are limited.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Ocean Mammal Week Adults’ Craft: Cactus Ring Dish June 20 @ 10:00 am June 25 @ 4:00 pm Free (All ages) Stop by the library the week

In this imaginative production, Bright Star’s actors bring to life the story of Cinderella in a way that will surprise and delight audiences.

The wacky duo Dustup and Binny “accidentally” stumble upon an audience and decide to put on a play with what they have before them.

Using household items, recycled objects and physical comedy, the performers create hilarious characters, inventive settings and lively scenes. Upcycled Cinderella will activate the imagination and encourage young audiences to use teamwork, friendship and creativity in their every day lives.

Venue Trussville Public Library Drama Games with Bright Star Theatre June 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

(All ages) Dynamic Education Adventures will present Liquid Lab on Monday, June 20th at 6 PM! Pour over some super science fun with The Science Lady! Liquid Lab is an exciting, engaging journey through some really cool and really cold liquids. You’ll be mesmerized by molecules and stupefied by density. We get a sinking feeling that will love this show! Water you waiting for? See you there!

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Recreation Stations June 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Free (All ages) Compete in various activities inspired by The World Games during Recreation Stations on Tuesday, June 21st at 1 PM. Learn the value of sportsmanship & being a team player while participating in a variety of mini-games. All ages welcome.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Henna Tattoos June 21 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Bright Star presents an acting workshop with dramatic games.

Theatre professionals Bright Star will be joining us for an interactive acting and drama workshop. Play some dramatic games and learn the ins and outs of the theatre!

Open to anyone in the 6th to 12th grade. As part of the Trussville Public Library’s

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Open to 6th-12th graders.

Space is limited please sign up. Each TEEN must have a parent sign a waiver or you will not be able to participate. Click the link, print the waiver, and please bring it to the program with you. You can not enter the program without this waiver signed. If you are not able to print the form you may stop by the TEEN department and pick up a form.

Venue Trussville Public Library Canvas Collab June 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Free

(Teens, 6th-12th graders) Let’s make some art on Tuesday, June 21st at 4 PM! We’ll work together on a collaborative canvas to be displayed in the library. You’ll also have a chance to create your own works of art on mini-canvases. Teens only.

No registration is required.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Fly Fishing June 21 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Learn the basics of fly-fishing with Charles Yeager, Turkey Creek Nature Preserve Manager and fly-fishing expert. Two part class – part 1 at the Library; part 2 on the water.

Learn the basics of fly-fishing with Charles Yeager, Turkey Creek Nature Preserve Manager and fly-fishing expert. Two part class – part 1 at the Library (outside behind the building; in auditorium if inclement weather); part 2 on the water (Cahaba River near the Senior Center).

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George Erskine Edwards august

O b i t u a ry

9, 1935 ~ may 30, 2022 (age 86)

George Erskine Edwards, 86, of Warrior, Alabama went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 30, 2022.

George was born on August 9, 1935, in Gadsden, Alabama to the late Ernest and Hanna Mae Edwards and spent most of his life living in Trussville. He had a successful career in the civil engineering industry working for Rust Engineering and also spent more then 20 years in the Air National Guard serving his country.

George loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, his family, motorcycles, fast cars, boats, electronic gadgets, and Johnny Cash. He was a devoted husband, loving father, and faithful friend.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Carolyn Edwards and sons Greg Edwards (Molly) and Brian Edwards (Nicki).

Visitation for George will be held Saturday, June 4th from 1:00-2:00 PM at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama followed immediately by a memorial service at 2:00 PM. Interment will take place in Jefferson Memorial Gardens.

Craig O’Neal Daniel april

2, 1968 ~ june 2, 2022 (age 54)

Craig O’Neal Daniel, 54 of Trussville, AL passed away on June 2, 2022 with his loving wife by his side. He was born on April 2, 1968 to Bobby Daniel and Ann Mathis. He grew up in Birmingham, AL and attended Huffman High School.

Craig was a plumber with Bonham Plumbing, Inc. for over 25 years.

He was preceded in death by his father and his infant brother, Richard Wayne Daniel.

Craig is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Kris (Scaturo) Daniel; his children, Brandon Daniel (Danielle) and Taylor Daniel; mother, Ann Mathis; his sister, Kristy Daniel Murphy and his brother, Phillip Woodard (Amy); one nephew, Steven Sokol. He also leaves behind his loyal pet and friend, Sassy and a host of other nieces and nephews and extended family.

A visitation for friends and family will be held on Tuesday, June 7th at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. A graveside service for Craig will immediately follow the visitation at Jefferson Memorial’s adjoining cemetery. Pastor Stephen Strange will preside over the service.

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Sarah Nan King march

2, 1929 ~ may 31, 2022 (age 93)

Sarah Nan Horne King, age 93, of Pinson, AL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 31st, 2022. Sarah was born in Guntersville, AL on March 2, 1929, to parents Beulah Mae Mayhall Horne and John Percy Hildan Horne. Sarah was preceded in death by her husband G. Reuben King; her daughter and sonin-law Pamela Gail King Brown and James Bartley Brown, Sr.; her grandson James Bartley Brown, Jr.; her grandson Daniel Watson; and her sister Louise Horne Whitaker. She is survived by her sister Hilda Horne Stutzman (H.L.) of Huntsville; daughter Glenda King Watson (Dave) of Pelham; son David King (Jean) of Huntsville; grandchildren Gabe Watson (Kim), Michael Watson, Olivia King (Gennadiy Gurevich), and Benjamin King (Kayce); and great-grandchildren Diane Watson and David Watson. Sarah retired from the Birmingham City School System with 19 years of service, having served as Lunchroom Manager at Robert C. Arthur Elementary School from the day the school opened until her retirement. Sarah loved the Lord and was active in her church at West End Highlands Baptist (Birmingham), Pioneer Baptist (Center Point), and First Baptist Pinson. Sarah will be remembered for her playful wit and for being loving, kind, sensitive, gracious, and generous throughout her life. Visitation for Sarah will be held Saturday, June 4th from 11:00 am to noon at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama followed by a graveside service in Jefferson Memorial Gardens East at 12:00 noon, Craig Greer officiating.

Mary Helen Roberts

August 19, 1931 ~ May 31, 2022 (age 90)

Mary Helen Roberts, age 90, from Clay, AL born August 17, 1931 passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on May 31, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver and Jessie Walker; husband, Herbert J. Roberts; two sons, Eddie Dean Endsley and Elton Jay Endsley; six brothers: JB, Grady, Finis, Marvin, Arvil and Gene Walker; three sisters: Velma Gillihan, Alma Wilson and Betty Walker. Mary is survived by her loving daughter, Reba Nappier (Roger); grandsons, Jason Nappier, Jamie Endsley (Amber); granddaughters, Crystal Coulon (Clint), Jessie Henderson (Jonathan); great-grandchildren, Evan Nappier, Gracelynn and Emmie Jo Endsley, Carson Henderson and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Mary was better known to her family and friends as “Nanny.” She enjoyed watching NASCAR, watching her “stories” on TV, and listening to country and Gospel music.

Nanny was originally from Oneonta, AL. Even though she moved out of the country, she remained a country girl at heart. She always enjoyed cooking for family gatherings and holidays.

Our Nanny will be missed but never forgotten. She will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

The family would like to thank Compassus Hospice Nurses for the tender care they extended to Nanny.

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 6, 2022 at 11:00am at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Trussville, AL. Followed by Chapel Services at 12:00. Eulogy will be delivered by Nanny’s friend and neighbor, Polly McClure.

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Honoring Dad’s this Father’s Day

It’s always difficult losing a parent and while Mother’s Day is normally the day most choose to honor a parent on, losing a father is just as emotional, difficult and tragic. Remembering fathers, grandfathers and father-figures can be more challenging since flowers are not always appropriate as memorial items. But with a little thought and creativity, there are ways to honor dad’s legacy in personal and inventive ways.

Too many fathers and grandfathers are taken due to illnesses like cancer and diabetes.

Consider joining a fun run to help support research for the cause or donating in your father or grandfather’s name in their honor. Donations, fun runs and supporting causes are all good ways to honor dad and also get other members of the family or community involved to help others in a similar position.

Flowers are a memorialization mainstay but they don’t always feel appropriate for remembering dads. Flags, wind chimes, banners and other small memorial totems are a fantastic and at times more appropriate way to honor dad’s legacy. And using small flags are additionally fantastic ways to honor our fathers and grandfathers that also served our nation in the armed forces.

If your father or grandfather had a particular hobby like fishing or motorcycle riding, consider going on a trip with your family in their honor. Creating new memories and maintaining the traditions and hobbies your father or grandfather loved can be a more healthy way to move through the grief of losing a parent.

Losing a father can create an irreplaceable loss in a person. If you have the time or resources, consider volunteering your time to an organization that helps mentor your community’s youths. Reaching out and volunteering can help ease some of the pain that comes with losing a parent while also helping someone else who could really use the support of a father-figure to help teach some of the vital things that only a father or grandfather can teach.

This Father’s Day, let honoring your father’s legacy become part of a new tradition. Honoring dad is a healthy and natural way of moving through grief and can help strengthen you, your family and those around you. From our family to yours, we’d like to wish all the fathers, grandfathers, father-figures and future dads a very Happy Father’s Day.

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february

25, 1982 ~ june 5, 2022 (age 40)

Amanda Lee (Morgan) Pair was born February 25, 1982, in Trussville, Alabama, and graduated from Hewitt Trussville High School and Auburn University.

Amanda lived a life with great purpose. That purpose showed through in everything she did: as a loving wife, mother, sister, and daughter; a wonderfully loyal friend; an amazingly talented photographer; a dutiful volunteer for the Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park PTO; and, most importantly, as a follower of Christ. She brought love, excitement, purpose, and even some well-timed sarcasm to everything—effortlessly drawing others to her along the way who wanted to be a part of the light that shined so brightly within her. She was always open with others about her journey as a Christian and with life, which was unexpectedly rerouted when she was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in September 2021. Despite the devastating diagnosis, Amanda’s faith and Christ-given strength never once let that evil disease succeed in altering her attitude, her fight, or her faith. She used every minute of her time left on earth to continue her purpose in loving others around her fiercely and focusing on her Savior faithfully.

After a few difficult early months upon diagnosis, she was miraculously shown to be cancer free in January 2022 and we were given a brief period of wellness to enjoy a little more time with her, for which we are forever thankful.

Amanda was once again active and even took part in the Mercedes-Benz Marathon 1-mile fun run with her husband, Allen, and daughters, Ava and Anna. She continued living life to the absolute fullest, celebrating her 40th birthday with Allen and friends during a week-long excursion to the British Virgin Islands and enjoying a family vacation to Key Largo, before discovering that another mutation of her cancer had spread. With incredible grace and insight, she knew this diagnosis was different and began talking of soon meeting Jesus. But first, Amanda and the entire family were able to enjoy an extended Mother’s Day weekend at the beach, one last vacation together that we were given by the mercy and grace of God. Every step along her journey she fought the good fight, she finished the race, and she certainly kept the faith.

Though those of us left behind are mourning our tremendous loss, we celebrate heaven’s gain and rejoice that today she is wearing the crown of righteousness, which the Lord awarded to her when she left us on Sunday, June 5, 2022.

Amanda is now reunited in heaven with her father, Doug Morgan, though she leaves behind so many who love and miss her dearly: her loving and devoted husband, Allen; her beautiful daughters, Ava and Anna; her mother, Deb Wood (Allen); her brothers, Matthew Morgan (Alison) and Micah Morgan; in-laws, Lawrence and Sheree Pair; eight nieces and nephews; her precious dog and constant companion, Boogie; and a host of other family and friends who will miss her smile, her laughter, her sarcasm, and her friendship for the rest of our days. Yet thanks be to God that we know one day we will once again be reunited with our precious sister in Christ.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at The Church at Liberty Park (12001 Liberty Parkway, Vestavia, Alabama 35242) on Friday, June 10 with a visitation at 10:00 am and service to follow at 12:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Amanda’s memory to The Church at Liberty Park (donations can be made online at www. libertypark.org/amanda), The Foundry, or a charity of your choice.

Elizabeth Susie Brown january

6, 1937 ~ june 5, 2022 (age 85)

Elizabeth “Susie” Brown, age 85 of Homewood passed away on June 5, 2022.

She was a longtime and dedicated member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She grew up in Henderson, KY. She graduated from Nazareth College in Bardstown, KY. She obtained her Master’s Degree from Indiana University.

She taught at John Carroll High School for 50 years before retiring in 2010.

Susie was known for her sense of humor and her dry wit as well as her generosity. She earned her pilot’s license for small aircraft in the 70’s. Her hobbies include canoeing, woodworking, traveling, crossword puzzles and playing cards. She is preceded in death by her father, Colesmnil Brown and mother, Leona Brown, sister, Carolyn Brown and her brother, T.C. “Buzzy” Brown. She is survived by her longtime friend, Therese Flanagan; sister, Virginia “Ginger” Mills; nieces, Debra Stanley and Julie Farley; nephew, Mark Mills (Susan); great nieces, Amanda Stone (Mooney), Karen Ricketts, Cassie Vinson, Amy Lingerfelt (Blake) and Rachel Spurrier (Brett); 10 great great nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to The Alzheimer’s Association.

Linda F. Bishop september

95)

18, 1926 ~ june 7, 2022 (age

Linda F. Bishop, age 95, of Locust Fork, AL passed away on June 7, 2022. She was a former resident of Center Point, AL and a native to Tarrant, AL. She was a graduate of Jefferson County High School where she met the love of her life and husband of 65 years, Orville Bishop.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents, Edgar and Ethel Frazier; two sons, Michael Bishop and Randy Bishop; a grandson, Jordan Bishop; a granddaughter, Nicole Bates and one great granddaughter, Ashlynn Bates.

Linda is survived by her daughter, Cathy Braden (Steve); grandchildren, Heather Hall, Jennifer Herring (Jeff), Melinda Bartee (Chris), Kimberly Grizzard (Jason), Holly Goodwin (Trey), Jesse Bishop, Michael Bishop and Chris Braden (Brittney); she also leaves behind numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family.

A graveside service will be held at Jefferson Memorial Gardens East in Trussville at 12:00 p.m. on June 11th with visitation held one hour prior at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. Pastor Roger Hendon is officiating.

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Leeds’ Johnathan ‘Dougie’ Douglass drowns in Logan Martin Lake

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

LINCOLN — New Leeds High School graduate Johnathan Douglas was found dead of an apparent drowning here on Saturday, June 11.

Douglas, 18, who was the only senior on the Green Wave baseball team, was identified by Talladega County Deputy Coroner Josh Vincent.

Emergency dispatchers received a call regarding a

Jonathan “Dougie” Douglas photo by Bobby Mathews.

possible drowning near the cliffs south of Lincoln Harbor on Lake Logan Martin around 3:15 p.m., Vincent reported. Witnesses told first responders that a young man had jumped out of a boat and gone underwater but never came back up.

Divers from three agencies — the Lincoln, Pell City, and Leeds fire departments — found Douglas’s body at 5:38 p.m.

Douglas was pronounced dead at the scene.

during the season and was a chief component in the Huskies’ run to the 7A state title game.

Quick was informed of the honor prior to the banquet via a phone call from his coach, Jeff Mauldin.

“He called and told my Dad and me while we were in the car,” Quick said. “Of course I was very excited.”

Cahalan was also the 7A Player of the Year, and won

This is one of those columns you never want to write.

Johnathan Douglas — or Dougie, as he was known by his Leeds High School baseball teammates — apparently drowned in Logan Martin Lake on Saturday, June 11. He was only 18 and freshly graduated.

Dougie was the only senior on the Green Wave this past season, Bobby Mathews and as I had the opportunity to be in the dugout on multiple occasions, I can tell you that he was well-loved by his coaches, teammates and fans.

On senior night, he started in right field. I still remember the huge grin on his face as he trotted out to take his position. It was an afternoon game. If it had been night, they wouldn’t have had to use the stadium lights. That’s how big Dougie’s smile was.

I’m searching for the words to say. I work around and with a lot of young people in our community, and the only way that I can do this job is by caring about the people I cover. I want every one of them to succeed and grow into amazing adults.

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Vincent said said no foul play is suspected.

A GoFundMe to help with Douglas’s funeral has been set up.

“I have had the pleasure to be Johnathan’s boss at Zaxby’s the past two years,” Carli Walker stated on the GoFundMe page. “We lost an amazing young man on June 11th . He was a son, a brother, a friend, and an amazing coworker. The whole commuSee LEEDS, Page 14

Hewitt-Trussville’s Quick & Cahalan sweep ASWA Awards

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

TRUSSVILLE — A pair of Hewitt-Trussville players made history on Sunday, June 12 when senior Riley Quick was named Mr. Baseball by the Alabama Sports Writers Association and junior Kenleigh Cahalan earned the Miss Softball title.

No high school has ever had both Mr. Baseball and Miss Softball representatives in the same year before.

“I didn’t really expect this,” Quick said. “I knew I was going to get some awards like I had gotten last year, but this really means a lot. It’s a huge honor.”

Quick was also named 7A Player of the Year and 7A Pitcher of the Year at the ASWA’s 50th anniversary banquet in Birmingham.

He was 13-1 on the season and posted a microscopic 0.92 ERA, struck out 130 batters overall and pitched backto-back no-hitters at one point

Hewitt-Trussville’s Riley Quick & Kenleigh Cahalan celebrate winning the 2022 ASWA Mr. Baseball and Miss Softball awards. (Photo courtesy of Hewitt-Trussville Baseball)

‘Dougie’ was a well-loved member of Leeds High School

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Leeds coaches, players remember 'Dougie'

By Bobby Mathews Sports Editor

LEEDS — On Tuesday, Leeds coaches and teammates remembered Johnathan "Dougie" Douglas as a young man of faith and character, whose presence could lift those around him.

Douglas, 18, drowned Saturday in Logan Martin Lake. He had just completed his senior year at Leeds High School, graduating on May 26. He leaves behind a legacy of great play on the field, but those who knew him focused more on the kind of uplifting person he was.

affected his teammates. "... Dougie started praying before every game, and that's when we won 15 in a row," Leeds pitcher/first baseman Dax Phillips said. "When he got hurt we had a game at Shelby county he couldn't get to so we all wanted to FaceTime him so he could pray but we couldn't, and that game didn't turn out to well for us and that's when we lost the winning streak."

Douglas loved playing and being around his teammates.

"He was always happy and smiling and excited before every practice and

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"He had so many great qualities," Leeds baseball coach Jake Wingo said. "I think about his character. He always had the same attitude no matter whether things were good or things were going bad. It's seldom in coaching that you, as an adult, have a kid who affects you in such a positive way. He was one of those kids."

Teammates remember Dougie as a young man of faith, whose belief positively

couldn't wait to get after it," Phillips said.

Douglas's warmth and kindness were contagious, said Leeds football coach Jerry Hood. Douglas played linebacker for the Green Wave.

"Johnathan was an unbelievable kid," Hood said. A lot of kids come through who are, you know, ‘really good at this’ or you could sy ‘his personality was this.' But Dougie made the whole school, whole room, whatever situa-

tion he was in feel so warm and so good."

The community here — close-knit to a fault — is still coming to terms with the loss of a beloved friend and teammate.

"Initially when it happened, it was shocking on a whole other level," Hood said.

"He was such a young person, doing what so many other young people have done. And then something went wrong.

You wish you had the power to undo the clock."

Dougie's play on the gridiron was a difference-maker on a defensive unit that found a different level with his presence at linebacker.

"His play, the toughness he showed, turned us into a really good defensive football team," Hood said. "He was a great player. He was tough, smart, and emade big plays for us. An outstanding young man."

Jarod Latta, who played on both the baseball and football teams with Dougie, remembers a time of celebration late in the 2022 baseball season.

"He was always a guy you wanted to be around," Latta said. "His smile lit up the room and his laugh was contagious. One memory I will never forget with him is after we beat Hayden in the second round of the (baseball) playoffs, the dance we did when we were celebrating on the field. He was an amazing soul and will never be forgotten."

Those who knew Dougie understood how powerful his faith was, and they take comfort in that.

"He was a believer, so we know where he is," Hood said.

A fundraiser to pay for Douglas's funeral expenses has been set up.

Hewitt-Trussville’s Matt Miller blocks the plate during an intra-squad game on senior night 2022.

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ASWA names All-State baseball team

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BIRMINGHAM — Hewitt-Trussville grad Riley Quick was named the Alabama Sports Writers Association Player of the Year and Pitcher of the year, while Huskies’ catcher Matt Miller was also named First Team All-State.

Hewitt-Trussville’s Baker Green and Kurt Kizer earned Second Team honors.

In the 5A All-State team, Moody’s Zach Johnson earned Second Team honors, while Landon Cherry was an Honorable Mention. Leeds’ Conner Nelson earned Second Team honors as well. The full list of honorees is included below.

Player of the year • Riley Quick, HewittTrussville Pitcher of the year • Riley Quick, HewittTrussville Hitter of the year • Jax Yoxthiemer, Cen-

tral-Phenix City Coach of the year • AJ Kehoe, Central-Phenix City FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Jack Campbell, Hoover, Sr. • P: Riley Quick, HewittTrussville, Sr. • P: Landon Russell, Central-Phenix City, Sr. • P: Griffin Stewart, Auburn, Sr. • C: Lucas Steele, Hoover, Sr. • IF: Henry Allen, Auburn, So. • IF: Breyton Cornelius, Baker, Sr. • IF: Jackson Howard, Daphne, Sr. • IF: Caleb Johnson, Central-Phenix City, Sr. • OF: Connor Cosby, Auburn, Jr. • OF: Travis Stauter, Prattville, Sr. • OF: Jayven Williams, Baker, Sr. • UTL: Sam Mitchell, Bob Jones, Jr.

• UTL: Jax Yoxthiemer, Central-Phenix City, Jr. • DH: Drake McBride, Thompson, So. • DH: Matt Miller, HewittTrussville, Sr. SECOND-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Braden Booth, Bob Jones, So. • P: Baker Green, HewittTrussville, Sr. • P: Miles Drew Johnson, Fairhope, Fr. • P: Ryan Olson, Auburn, Sr. • C: Kole Busby, Theodore, Sr. • IF: Cole Edwards, Spain Park, Jr. • IF: Andy Hall, Prattville, Sr. • IF: Kurt Kizer, HewittTrussville, Jr. • IF: Will Powell, Enterprise, Sr. • OF: Andrew Batson, Hoover, Sr. • OF: Cade Belyeu, Auburn, Jr. See BASEBALL, Page 13

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• OF: Drew Shiver, Enterprise, Jr. • UTL: Cade Prestegard, Huntsville, Sr. • UTL: Trenton Shirley, Tuscaloosa Co., Jr. • DH: Brody Capps, Central-Phenix City, Sr. • DH: Jackson Hatcher, Fairhope, Jr. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Barrett Harper, Vestavia Hills, Jr. • P: Slade Wood, Prattville, Sr. • C: Hollon Brock, Fairhope, Jr. • C: Stone Lawless, Huntsville, Jr. • IF: Will Cox, Vestavia Hills, Jr. • IF: Blake Wynn, Dothan, Jr. • OF: Caleb Beard, Austin, Sr. • OF: Brandon Cain, Baker, Sr. • UTL: Tanner Ewing, Alma Bryant, Sr. • UTL: Eli Zielinski, Daphne, Sr. • DH: Noah Berry, James Clemens, Sr. • DH: Jackson Harris, Vestavia Hills, Jr.

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CLASS 6A Player of the year Elliott Bray, Hartselle Pitcher of the year Elliott Bray, Hartselle Hitter of the year Coleman Mizell, Hartselle Coach of the year Sean Anderson, Pelham

FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Elliott Bray, Hartselle, Sr. • P: Case Hager, Gulf Shores, Sr. • P: John Michael Pickens, Hueytown, Jr. • P: William Turner, Hartselle, Sr. • C: Matthew Milner, Saraland, Sr. • IF: Kyle Morrison, Wetumpka, Sr. • IF: Sam Robertson, Oxford, Jr. • IF: Joseph Stephens, Gulf Shores, So. • IF: Jo Williamson, Hartselle, So. • OF: C.T. Englebert, Saraland, Sr. • OF: Waylon Farr, Scottsboro, Sr. • OF: Coleman Mizell, Hartselle, Jr. • UTL: Hayes Harrison, Oxford, Jr. • UTL: Thrasher Steed, Gulf Shores, Sr. • DH: Brodie Morrow, Hartselle, Sr. • DH: Peyton Steele, Hartselle, So. SECOND-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Carter Johnson, Oxford, So. • P: Christian Pritchett, Pelham, Sr. • P: Luke Williams, Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa, Sr. • P: Colin Woodham, Stanhope Elmore, Jr. • C: Brooks Bryan, Opelika, Sr. • IF: Ty Brooks, Wetumpka, Jr.

• IF: Tre Fulmer, Chilton Co., Jr. • IF: Bryson Gainey, McGill-Toolen, Sr. • IF: Aiden McGinnis, Jasper, Sr. • OF: Evan Duncan, Stanhope Elmore, Jr. • OF: Pierce Dutton, Spanish Fort, Jr. • OF: Gabe Young, Mountain Brook, Jr. • UTL: Austin Morris, Mortimer Jordan, Sr. • UTL: Peyton Watts, Oxford, Jr. • DH: Trevor Pope, Saraland, Sr. • DH: Sam Sandy, Athens, Sr. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Bryson Goff, Saraland, Jr. • P: Easton Peed, Cullman, Jr. • C: Garrit Terrell, Wetumpka, Sr. • C: Colton Wood, FaithMobile, Sr. • IF: Colton Walls, Stanhope Elmore, Jr. • IF: Brady Waugh, Briarwood, Jr. • OF: Aiden Macks, Robertsdale, Sr. • OF: Ryan Storey, Helena, Sr. • UTL: Eian Headley, Chilton Co., Sr. • UTL: Marc Stephens, Gulf Shores, Sr. • DH: Sage Hayes, Brookwood, Sr. • DH: Timothy Lambert, Lee-Montgomery, Jr.

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CLASS 5A Player of the year Alex Wade, Madison Academy Pitcher of the year Banks Langston, Russellville Hitter of the year Canyon Pace, Russellville Coach of the year Andy Shaw, Alexandria

FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Reigh Jordan, Headland, Sr. • P: Banks Langston, Russellville, Jr. • P: Cole Loftis, Hayden, Sr. • P: Todd Wilson, Holtville, Sr. • C: Caden Mason, Hayden, Jr. • IF: Brendan Conner, Corner, Jr. • IF: Eli Gipson, Russellville, Sr. • IF: Matthew Pearson, Shelby Co., Sr. • IF: Sam Silas, Holtville, Jr. • OF: Casen Heaps, Russellville, Jr. • OF: Mason Steele, Headland, Jr. • OF: Alex Wade, Madison Academy, Sr. • UTL: Colin Daniel, Corner, Sr. • UTL: Tanner Potts, Holtville, Jr. • DH: Canyon Pace, Russellville, Sr. • DH: Olin Ward, UMSWright, Jr. SECOND-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Eli Folds, West Point, Sr. • P: Jacob Fox, Shelby Co., Jr.

• P: Matt Manley, Madison Academy, Jr. • P: Hayden O’Dell, St. Paul’s, Sr. • C: Conner Nelson, Leeds, Fr. • IF: Shelton Arroyo, Rehobeth, Sr. • IF: William Burgreen, Madison Academy, Sr. • IF: Carter Sheehan, Shelby Co., Jr. • IF: Sam Wade, Alexandria, Sr. • OF: Cole Blaylock, UMSWright, Jr. • OF: Nathan Brockway, Russellville, Sr. • OF: Zach Johnson, Moody, Sr. • UTL: Sean Darnell, Elmore Co., Sr. • UTL: Austin West, Alexandria, Sr. • DH: Ayden Amis, Andalusia, Sr. • DH: Carson Gillilan, Sardis, So. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Lucas Baggett, Pike Road, Sr. • C: Landon Cherry, Moody, Fr. • C: Or’lando Lewis, Parker, Sr. • IF: Jake Hammonds, Sylacauga, Sr. • IF: Brody Samples, Sardis, Sr. • OF: Christian Hill, Greenville, Jr. • OF: Jaidyn Thomas, Central-Tuscaloosa, Sr. • UTL: Drey Barrett, Holtville, So. • UTL: Aden Malpass, John Carroll, So. • DH: Cody Markham, Pike Road, So. • DH: Brayden Pooler, Beauregard, So.

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CLASS 4A Player of the year Zane Stokes, Mobile Christian Pitcher of the year Luke Hodge, Oneonta Hitter of the year Charlie Keller, Mobile Christian Coach of the year Blake Bone, Etowah

FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Ben Capps, Gordo, Sr. • P: Camden Diamond, Mobile Christian, Sr. • P: Luke Hodge, Oneonta, Sr. • P: Isaac Warrick, Alabama Christian, Sr. • C: Lawson Neel, Gordo, Sr. • IF: Bo Burkes, Bibb Co., Sr. • IF: Christian Chatterton, Brooks, So. • IF: Caleb Smith, Etowah, Jr. • IF: Zane Stokes, Mobile Christian, Sr. • OF: Caleb Freeman, Etowah, Jr. • OF: Brodie Naramore, Curry, Sr. • OF: Tyler Stephens, Munford, Sr. • UTL: Kyler Murks, Brooks, Sr. • UTL: Connor Wilson, Cherokee Co., Jr. • DH: Tanner Bailey, Gordo, Sr. • DH: Charlie Keller, Mobile Christian, Sr.

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• DH: Drew Cashin, New Brockton, Sr. • DH: Tanner Taylor, Colbert Heights, Sr. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Josh Gunther, Bayside Academy, Jr. • P: Tucker Jackson, Houston Academy, Sr. • C: Shane Boger, Elkmont, Sr. • C: Gage Taylor, Danville, Jr. • IF: Glavine Lamberth, Hokes Bluff, Fr. • IF: Cody Walsh, Opp, So. • OF: Kaden Cupp, New Brockton, Sr. • OF: Devin Howell, Ohatchee, Jr. • UTL: Brent Honaker, Ohatchee, Sr. • UTL: Mason Jairrels, Saks, Jr. • DH: Colton Lusher, Geraldine, Sr. • DH: Alex Wieser, Montgomery Catholic, Sr.

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CLASS 2A Player of the year Josh Bowerman, Mars Hill Bible Pitcher of the year Blayne McDaniel, G.W. Long Hitter of the year Nash Rippen, Decatur Heritage Coach of the year Steve Meek, Decatur Heritage

FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Phenix Griffin, Ariton, Jr. • P: Blayne McDaniel, G.W. Long, Sr. • P: Cole O’Brien, Decatur Heritage, Sr. • P: Hugh Windle, Westbrook Christian, Jr. • C: Nash Rippen, Decatur Heritage, Sr. • IF: Josh Bowerman, Mars Hill Bible, Sr. • IF: Trevor Morris, G.W. Long, Sr. • IF: Bo Solley, Decatur Heritage, Jr. • IF: Connor Thrash, Ariton, Jr. See BASEBALL, Page 14

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Dougie From page 11

It’s heartbreaking that Dougie won’t ever get that chance.

When you’re young, you take risks. You don’t always understand that there are potentially heavy consequences to every decision you make.

When you’re 18 and in the summer between high school and college or high school and the real world, you can sometimes feel invincible.

I can remember being with friends at a hotel at Panama City Beach when I was a teenager, and us jumping from the third floor balcony into the pool below. We were young and dumb and looking to have a great time on Spring Break (and also to impress a couple of girls we met) ... when I look back on moments like that, I can’t believe my friends and I made it through to adulthood.

There is, often, a feeling of ‘It can’t happen to me,’ or ‘It won’t happen here.’ But it can and does.

Leeds is a special place.

Leeds From page 11

nity is grieving from the loss of this young man . If only he knew how many lives he has

Awards From page 11

the Miss Softball title, an unusual — though not unprecedented — move for an award that usually goes to a senior.

Cahalan just completed her junior year.

The high school is, too. I can’t tell you how the community there has opened itself to me in a hundred different acts of kindness. Now the Green Wave has lost one of its own, and that will affect every one of Dougie’s classmates, teammates and family members going forward.

They’re going to hurt.

They’re going to grieve. I wish I had a good way to wrap this up in a nice bow and say something meaningful about a well-loved young man’s passing. But I don’t.

There’s a space now where a vibrant young man used to be, and it’s a loss for his community and for all of the things he might have accomplished.

Go give somebody a hug and tell ‘em you love ‘em.

You may not get the chance tomorrow.

Bobby Mathews is sports editor at The Tribune and author of the novel, Living the Gimmick. Reach him at bobby.mathews@trussvilletribune.com or on Twitter: @ bobbymathews.

impacted. He is someone who lights up the whole room with his smile. A heart of gold. He was so excited to start college and had so many goals and dreams.”

nobody’s watching. She does a lot of the things that a lot of teenagers wouldn’t do.”

For Hewitt-Trussville Athletic Director Lance Walker, the sweep of the state’s top awards is truly gratifying and a milestone for the school’s sports.

Hewitt-Trussville’s Kenleigh Cahalan and Riley Quick with Huskies’ baseball coach Jeff Mauldin. (Photo courtesy of Hewitt-Trussville Baseball.)

“I really didn’t expect it,” Cahalan said. “I was very honored. The hard work I’ve put in with the Bolts (travel team) organization and our school ball organization all paid off.”

Cahalan’s discipline and talent paid off in a big way, according to Huskies softball coach Taylor Burt.

“Kenleigh does a lot of things people don’t see,” Burt said. “No. 1 is her discipline and work ethic, her discipline academically, in her diet, in the weight room. She does all the little things even when

“I am proud of both Kenleigh and Riley for winning the Miss Softball and Mr. Baseball awards respectively,” Walker said. “To be recognized as the best player in your sport regardless of classification is a remarkable feat. Congratulations are also in order for their teammates, coaches and families. We do not have great Softball and Baseball teams. We have great Softball and Baseball programs. Coach Burt and Coach Mauldin should be commended as well.

This is a great recognition for our school and community.”

Baseball From page 13

• OF: Evan Baker, Fayetteville, Sr. • OF: Eyan Davis, Vincent, Sr. • OF: Grayson Roe, Leroy, Sr. • UTL: Brodie Self, Westbrook Christian, Sr. • UTL: Bryant Sparkman, Decatur Heritage, Fr. • DH: Josh Burkett, J.U. Blacksher, Jr. • DH: Jackson Chancey, G.W. Long, Sr. SECOND-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Tyler Founds, Decatur Heritage, Sr. • P: Shaun Rice, Clarke Co., Jr. • P: Paxton Steed, Ariton, Jr. • P: Dawson Sullivan, Leroy, Sr. • C: Sam Williams, Mars Hill Bible, Jr. • IF: Brody Dollar, Addison, Sr. • IF: Ben Jackson, Ranburne, Sr. • IF: Moo Moo Jackson, Clarke Co., Sr. • IF: Allen Jones, Cottonwood, Sr. • OF: Jackson Dasinger, G.W. Long, Sr. • OF: Chaz Pope, Spring Garden, Sr. • OF: Austin Yoder, Sand Rock, Jr. • UTL: Caden Burnett, Falkville, Jr. • UTL: Logan Sellers, Leroy, Sr. • DH: Caden Collier, Ariton, So. • DH: Peyton Hood, Ider, Sr. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Landon Gowens, Spring Garden, Sr. • C: Brady Butler, Fayetteville, Jr. • IF: Jed Wilkins, Addison, Fr. • OF: Eli Edgil, Winston Co., Sr. • UTL: Brant Brady, G.W. Long, Jr. • UTL: Zac Carlisle, Vincent, Jr. • DH: Braden Stafford, Hatton, Jr.

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CLASS 1A Player of the year John Malone, Bayshore Christian Pitcher of the year Slade Haney, Donoho Hitter of the year Sam Hogue, Lindsay Lane Coach of the year Charles Morrison, Lindsay Lane

FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Ray Anderson, Lindsay Lane, Jr. • P: Slade Haney, Donoho, Sr. • P: Trent Irvin, Hackleburg, Sr. • P: John Malone, Bayshore Christian, Jr. • C: Sam Hogue, Lindsay Lane, Sr. • IF: JM Basinger, Covenant Christian, So. • IF: Judson Billings, Donoho, Sr. • IF: Mikael Bryant, Bayshore Christian, Jr. • IF: Micah Perkins, Lindsay Lane, Sr. • OF: Alex Glover, Covenant Christian, Sr. • OF: Max Morrison, Lindsay Lane, Jr. • OF: Peyton Webb, Donoho, So. • UTL: Streed Crooms, Bayshore Christian, Jr. • UTL: Lucas Elliott, Donoho, Jr. • DH: Cole Dean, Bayshore Christian, Fr. • DH: Tucker Kilcrease, Brantley, Sr.

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SECOND-TEAM ALL-STATE P: Aydan Beard, Hackleburg, So. P: Justin Hicks, Sumiton Chr., Jr. P: Cayden Smith, Covenant Christian, Jr. P: Cale Tittle, Lynn, So. C: Baylor Williams, Millry, Sr. IF: Spencer Blake, Athens Bible, Sr. IF: Michael Alan Cole, Sweet Water, Sr. IF: Kennith Dalton Jackson, Florala, Fr. IF: Blaise Vickery, Hackleburg, Fr. OF: Henry Glover, Covenant Christian, Jr.

June 15 - 21, 2022 • OF: Sam Nix, Sumiton Christian, Sr. • OF: Lashon Young, Sweet Water, Jr. • UTL: Jacob Burleson, Cedar Bluff, Sr. • UTL: Chase Payne, Appalachian, Jr. • DH: Connor Abernathy, Athens Bible, Sr. • DH: Kaleb Weed, Brantley, Jr. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Blake Sewell, Donoho, So. • C: Nathan Fowler, Pleasant Home, Jr. • C: Judd Goolsby, Florala, Jr. • IF: Cole Gray, Maplesville, Sr. • IF: Nic Thompson, Donoho, So. • OF: Shooter Holyfield, Millry, Fr. • UTL: Kyler Bradley, Gaylesville, So. • UTL: Trace Luker, Sweet Water, Sr. • DH: Colton Pahman, Faith-Anniston, Sr.

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AISA Player of the Year Drew Nelson, Pike Liberal Arts Pitcher of the Year Drew Nelson, Pike Liberal Arts Hitter of the Year Jaxon Milam, Glenwood Coach of the Year Bob Pickett, Macon-East

FIRST-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Jacob Page, Glenwood, Jr. • P: Matthew Kitchens, Macon-East, Jr. • P: Hayes Alford, Wilcox Academy, Sr. • P: Drew Nelson, Pike Liberal Arts, Sr. • C: Jabe Boroff, Macon-East, Jr. • IF: Colton Sullivan, Jackson Academy, Jr. • IF: Jeremy Conway, Chambers Academy, Sr. • IF: Jaxon Milam, Glenwood, Jr. • IF: Cason Eubanks, Pike Liberal Arts, Sr. • OF: Justin Murphy, Abbeville Christian, Jr. • OF: Bryant Rascoll, Ma-

con-East, Sr. • OF: Taylor Birmingham, Chambers Academy, Sr. • UTL: Cooper Dixon, Wilcox Academy, Sr. • UTL: Colby Briggs, Lowndes Academy, Sr. • DH: Reid Quincy, Abbeville Christian, So. • DH: Ashton Yelder, Lowndes Academy, Fr. SECOND-TEAM ALL-STATE • P: Gavin Lewis, Patrician, Sr. • P: Brandon McCraine, Glenwood, So. • P: Press Jefcoat, Pike Liberal Arts, Sr. • P: Jay Lindsey, Patrician, So. • C: Jake Smith, Glenwood, Sr. • IF: Tyler Lewis, Patrician, Sr. • IF: Dalton Nickles, Macon-East, So. • IF: Andrew Thomas, Morgan Academy, Sr. • IF: Lane Griggs, Glenwood, Jr. • OF: Clay Duncan, Lowndes Academy, Jr. • OF: Darryl Lee, Pike Liberal Arts, Sr. • OF: Carson Conoly, Patrician, So. • UTL: Jordan Evans, Tuscaloosa Academy, Sr. • UTL: Connor Jones, Abbeville Christian, Jr. • DH: Sam Bloodworth, Fort Dale Academy, Sr. • DH: Parker Spears, Sparta, Sr. HONORABLE MENTION • P: Dawson Martin, Jackson Academy, Sr. • C: Parker Lee Harris, Lowndes Academy, Sr. • C: Owen McNeal, Fort Dale Academy, So. • IF: KC Bradford, Pike Liberal Arts, Sr. • IF: Jayden Jordan, Pike Liberal Arts, Sr. • OF: Ashton Williams, Clarke Prep, So. • OF: Luke Noffsinger, Macon-East, Sr. • UTL: Clayton Hussey, Lowndes Academy, So. • DH: Ben Caulfield, Chambers Academy, Sr. • DH: T.B. Clements, Morgan Academy, Jr.

Trussville United Soccer Club partners with Andrews Sports Medicine From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Trussville United Soccer Club is pleased to announce that it has formed a new partnership with Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center.

The Andrews Sports Medicine logo will be proudly displayed on all TUSC uniforms for the duration of the 20222024 Club Jersey Sponsorship uniform cycle.

"We are thrilled for this opportunity to work with a practice like Andrews Sports Medicine," TUSC President, Eddy Nalley, said. "With Andrews Sports Medicine's Trussville clinic located 2-and-a-half miles from our soccer complex, if one of our athletes is injured, parents have swift access to same/ next day appointment with an Andrews sports medicine doctor.

"In addition to their quick accessibility, the team of doctors at the Trussville clinic will be providing programs that educate parents, coaches, and players on sports injury

prevention," Nalley said.

"I am very excited to be working with Trussville United Soccer this season," Dr. Daniel Smith, one of the non-surgical physicians at Andrews Sports Medicine Trussville location and parent of a Trussville United Soccer player, said. "Our family is proud to call Trussville home, and my four-year-old son is already having a great time playing at the club. It's going to be a great experience serving these athletes at our Trussville clinic."

Smith will be joined by Dr. Christopher Carter and Dr. Marc Rothermich, who

specializes in surgical sports medicine, at the Trussville Clinic.

"This is going to be a great opportunity working with Trussville United Soccer," Rothermich said. "Both Dr. Smith and I have a lot of experience working with young athletes locally at Hewitt-Trussville High and Middle Schools, and Dr. Carter has a great relationship with the kids over at ClayChalkville. The local ties the three of us have will play a big role in developing strong relationships with the coaches, parents, and players at the club."

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