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TRUSSVILLE — Tomorrow, America celebrates its birthday, and it’s only fitting that a day before America’s birth, members of the Trussville Veterans Committee and City Leadership were present See DONATION, Page 6

Clay Council welcomes New Fire Chief

By Terry Schrimscher For The Tribune

CLAY — The Clay City Council met Tuesday night, June 28, for the second scheduled monthly meeting of June. The Council moved through the brief agenda in roughly 20 minutes and ended the meeting with a brief introduction of new Fire Chief Alex Nabors.

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Shell store at Hamilton Place announces Grand Opening Celebration From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The Shell Store at Hamilton Place has announced its Grand Opening Celebration is planned for Wednesday, July 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

See HAMILTON, Page 6

Irondale Chamber hosts Business After Hours From The Tribune staff reports

IRONDALE — The Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce (GICC) hosted a Business After Hours on Thursday, June 30. The event was held at Pine Tree Country Club (5100 Pine Whispers Drive). Music was provided by Russ Randolph with Puttin’ on the Ritz.

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‘Drink wine with joy’ at Corbeau Wine Bar

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By Hannah Curran Editor

TRUSSVILLE — The new wine bar is coming to Trussville and will have over 45 different types of wine on tap for you to try and experience. From Sweet Moscato to full-bodied Merlot to Pinot Noir, there will be something for everyone.

If you have never experienced a full-service wine taproom, Corbeau Wine Bar is the place for you. They created this place with one motto: “drink wine with joy.” To sisters and owners of Corbeau Wine Bar, Mary and Elizabeth Martin, this is a way to return to Alabama, a place they called home growing up. They are not alone as their husbands, Mark Martin and John Martin, are also all hands on deck to help make the wine bar come to life.

“We are sisters, best friends, and we wanted to work together and our husbands are brothers,” Mary said. “To have a wine bar in Trussville is just a unique concept.”

The sisters named the wine bar and created the logo

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CENTER POINT — The Center Point Economic Development Committee (CPEDC) announced it is ofSee CENTER POINT, Page 4

The name and logo design was inspired by Elizabeth and Mary’s maiden name Crow which in french is Corbeau. (Photo courtesy of Corbeau Wine Bar’s Facebook Page)

after their maiden name Crow which in french is Corbeau.

They have always wanted to open a business together, initially leaning toward a wedding venue before finding inspiration elsewhere.

Elizabeth stumbled across the idea last spring on a work trip in Charlotte, North Carolina.

“There are tons of wine bars there, my co-worker and I had a blast going into all these different wine bars and just trying them out, enjoying different wines,” Elizabeth said. “I started thinking

Trussville could really use something like this. We have Pinchgut, Ferus, Mexicali, and we will have Trussville Social. They’re all great spaces, and they have a lot to offer, but none of them offer great wine. We really wanted to bring wine to Trussville.”

When Elizabeth presented the idea to Mary, they both agreed after doing some research that this is something that would benefit the Trussville Entertainment District.

“She told me about a wine bar; I was like, well, that sounds cool,” Mary said.

“She was more of the wine person than I was at the time.

So I said, let me just go see what’s in our area.”

Mary explained that there are not many wine bars in Alabama.

“There are a few in Birmingham, and I think one just opened within this past year,” Mary said. “I had to go to other states to even try and find wine bars, and that is sort of how we came up with the idea to run a wine bar.”

See CORBEAU, Page 5

Leeds Arts Council is about to bop it’s way to the top

By Hannah Curran Editor

LEEDS — A talented group of young adults is getting ready to perform High School Musical at the Leeds Arts Council on July 21-23 and 28-3o at 7 p.m. and July 24 and 31 at 2 p.m.

Victoria Boyce, director and choreographer of High School Musical, with the help of assistant director Jon McClaran is choosing not to stick to the status quo. Instead, they are putting a few spins on the already head-bopping original.

Boyce explained that she performed in High School Musical at the Leeds Arts Council as a child and wanted to bring those experiences back to Leeds.

“I floated the idea by some of the kids we have that are regulars, and they seem very enthused,” Boyce said. “With the resurgence of High School Musical through that series on Disney Plus, it’s made a big comeback recently, and it just felt right.”

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Pinson couple gets engaged in classroom where they first met

By Hannah Curran Editor

PINSON — Many young girls dream of love at first sight, like Cinderella and Prince Charming, and for Peyton Wynn, that’s exactly what happened in a 5th-grade classroom 10 years ago.

See ENGAGED, Page 3

Ironstone Pizza in Trussville officially opens under new owners, management

By Hannah Curran Editor

TRUSSVILLE — Ironstone Pizza in Trussville officially opened under new management and owners on Thursday, June 23.

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The cast practicing for the show. (Photo by Hannah Curran)

sion series not only impacts the people who grew up with the original movies but also brings the musical back to life with kids who watch the series today.

“I really think it’s gonna touch people who are my generation who grew up with it, and also reached the newer generation who’s kind of come into it through that series,” Boyce said. “So I just think that’s going to bring

people together, and it’s going to have a common ground for the different generations to have something to talk about.”

Boyce didn’t go with choreography from the show; she created all specialized choreography for the show to stand out. She didn’t want the show to be like every other performance.

The casting for the show was intense because teens and

adults from all over the Trussville Tribune coverage area wanted to part in this iconic musical. Some roles, such as Sharpay Evans and Gabriella Montez, were double cast because the talent was unbelievably good.

“These kids are really talented,” McClaran said. “We want them to bring their own musicianship, which adds its

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Trussville’s Universal Limited, Inc. sold to Lexicon, Inc. From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Lexicon, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Universal Limited, Inc. of Trussville.

Effective immediately, the insulation contractor and its nearly 200 Alabama-based employees will join Lexicon’s portfolio of businesses.

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Savvy Senior: How to hire an in-home helper for an aging parent

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Searching Sarah Dear Sarah, Getting your mother some help at home to handle some of her day-to-day chores is a smart idea that can make a big difference keeping her independent longer. Here’s are some tips to help you find someone reliable.

In-Home Help For seniors who could use some help at home – but don’t need a caregiving aide for personal care – there are homemakers/home helpers you can hire that can help make life a little easier.

Most in-home helpers can assist with any number of things like shopping, running errands, transportation, light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, arranging services (home maintenance, lawn care, etc.) and other household chores, along with providing companionship and support.

And, if your mom gets to the point she needs personal/physical care like bathing or dressing, many home helpers can assist with this too.

Most home helpers are part time workers who work a few hours a day or a few days per week.

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There are two ways in which you can go about hiring someone for your mom; either through a home care agency, or you can hire someone directly on your own.

Home Care Agency Hiring a home helper through a non-medical home care, or non-medical companion care agency is the easiest, but most expensive option of the two. Costs typically run anywhere from $15 to $25 an hour depending on where you live.

How it works is you pay the company, and they handle everything including assigning appropriately trained and pre-screened staff to care for your mother and finding a fillin on days her helper cannot come.

Some of the drawbacks, however, are that you may not have much input into the selection of the aide, and the

helpers may change or alternate, which can cause a disruption.

To find a home care agency in your area, use search engines like Google or Yahoo and type in “non-medical home care” followed by the city and state your mom lives in. Or you can use Medicare’s home health services search tool at Medicare. gov/care-compare – click on “home health services.” Most home health agencies offer some form of non-medical home care services too. You can also check your local yellow pages under “home health services.”

Hiring Directly Hiring a personal assistant/home helper on your own is the other option, and it’s less expensive. Costs typically range between $12 and $20 per hour. Hiring directly also gives you more control over who you hire so you can choose someone who you feel is right for your mom.

But be aware that if you

do hire someone on your own, you become the employer so there’s no agency support to fall back on if a problem occurs or if the assistant doesn’t show up. You’re also responsible for paying payroll taxes and any worker-related injuries that may happen. If you choose this option, make sure you check the person’s references thoroughly and do a criminal background check To find someone, ask for referrals through friends or you can search online at sites like Care.com or CareLinx. com.

For more information on hiring in-home help for your mom, the Family Caregiver Alliance offers a helpful guide that you can access at Caregiver.org/resource/hiring-home-help.

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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Engaged From front page

Peyton Wynn and Simon Jenkins met in Patti Hathorn’s class at Johnson Elementary School when they were just 11 years old and what started as a childhood friendship soon developed into something so much more.

“We were kind of just like best friends, and then, I would say probably fall of our 6thgrade year was when we first started going around each other more,” Wynn said.

Jenkins said he’s known from a young age that Wynn was the girl for him. He knew when they first met that there was something about Wynn.

The couple grew up together and have watched each other grow into the young adults they are today, but the stars aligned in one 5th grade class. Jenkins said that it started to hit him in the 8th grade that Wynn was the one he wanted to spend the rest of his life with, and Wynn couldn’t agree more.

Jenkins decided what better way to start the next chapter of their life than to take it back to where it all began in one 5th grade class.

On the night of their 10 year anniversary, the couple got dressed for their date, but on the way out, a phone call from Jenkin’s mom brought them to the elementary school.

“She told me originally that I was going go help her do an event at school,” Wynn said. “I had a board exam for dental hygiene, so I couldn’t be there, but she was like, ‘Okay, well, could your mom help me?’ So my mom went that night, but I still had no idea because they made up a pretty good excuse.”

Jenkins’ mom wanted their opinion on something, so they were asked to stop by the school.

“She was like, just run in real quick. I have to get your opinion on something,” Wynn said. “So when we first walked in, you couldn’t really tell that anything was there,

Peyton Wynn and Simons Jenkins are planning to get married in the Fall of 2023. (Photo courtesy of Peyton Wynn and Fenn David)

Leeds Police Moody murder suspect captured Department host ‘Cops and Kids Day’ in Mississippi

Stanley Calvin Burrell Jr. (Photo courtesy of MPD Facebook page) From The Tribune staff reports

MOODY — Stanley Calvin Burrell Jr. has been taken into custody in Mississippi.

Moody Police Department would like to thank everyone for assisting in getting this person into police custody.

The Moody Police Department (MPD) obtained an arrest warrant for a suspect in connection to the murder of a Moody man on Sunday, June 3, shortly before 1 a.m.

According to the MPD, 30-year-old Kenderris Abernathy was found suffering from what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds after officers were dispatched to the parking lot of the 6100 building at the Barrington Parc

apartments in response to a report of a person being shot.

Abernathy was later pronounced dead at the scene.

Witnesses stated that Stanley Calvin Burrell Jr., 36, fled the scene prior to officers arriving.

“Based on information collected at the scene and from witnesses to the shooting, Moody Detectives have obtained an arrest warrant for Burrell in connection with the murder of Abernathy,” MPD states in a press release.

Burrell, who also goes by the nickname “C.J.,” is not in custody at this time.

Authorities ask if you have any information on his whereabouts, contact the Moody Police at 205-6403333.

Photo courtesy of Leeds Police Department From The Tribune staff reports

LEEDS — The Leeds Police Department invites the public to attend the “Cops and Kids Day” on Monday, June 27, or Monday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

According to the Leeds

Police Department Facebook Page, the event will occur at the Leeds Splash Pad. There will be free food, water activities, and the LPD will teach the public about bicycle, water, cellphone, and gun safety.

To RSVP, call (205) 6990933.

Ironstone From front page

Simon Jenkins and Peyton Wynn graduating from Pinson Valley High School. (Photo courtesy of Peyton Wynn)

“There was just something special about him,” Wynn said. “I just knew there was something about him.”

They both knew they had a lot of growing up to do, but as the years went by, they stayed by each other even after graduating from Pinson Valley High School in 2019.

Now Wynn is a graduate of dental hygiene school, and Jenkins will soon enter the Air Force.

When the couples 10 year anniversary started to near on the calendar, Jenkins knew it was time to pop the biggest question in their relationship.

He started planning, and with the help of his event-planner mom, they set in motion the biggest surprise of Wynn’s life. The couple had always talked and joked about getting married, and Jenkins wanted to make it perfect for Wynn.

It was a major factor to keep it a secret from Wynn because he knew she loved surprises, and Jenkins’ mom helped figure it out. Finally,

Peyton Wynn and Simon Jenkins in middle school.

(Photo courtesy of Peyton Wynn)

but then when you turn the corner to our old classroom, it had a sight that said ‘Welcome Back.’”

At that moment, Wynn knew, and she couldn’t hold back her tears. Inside the room was a beautiful set up of candles and flowers and a backdrop that said “It was always you” with the words “MARRY ME” lit up right next to it.

To capture the moment was a long-time friend and photographer, Fenn David.

“We’ve known him for a while,” Wynn said. “So he got to experience it and take all the photos, and it was just so beautiful.”

Wynn said she is still shocked that she gets to marry her best friend. She explained that people comment on how long they have stuck together through the good and the bad, but Wynn can’t imagine her life with anyone else.

“It’s just awesome,” Wynn said. “I was so surprised.”

The couple plans to have their wedding in the Fall of 2023, and to bring it full circle, they asked David to also capture their big day.

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Kemp’s Kitchen owner, Brian Kemp, acquired Ironstone Pizza in Trussville at the beginning of June 2022.

“We are just excited that Ironstone finally gets a good go around,” Kemp’s Kitchen Marketing Director, Daniel Harp said. “It finally got the management that it deserved.

There’s a lot of potential for the restaurant and it finally has what it needs to be a great restaurant.”

Ironstone will have a lunch special, which Harp said they’ve never had before.

“We’re pretty excited about those,” Harp said. “We will be serving pasta, eventually in the next few months, so people can be looking forward to that.”

Ironstone Pizza will be serving Neapolitan pizza, not New York pizza.

“It has a high crust, kind of like New York, which kind of has a charred bottom, brownish bottom, and it’s super cheesy,” Harp said.

Harp explained that Ironstone will also cater pizza,

Photo courtesy of Daniel Harp

which will be a different thing they are adding to the restaurant.

“As far as for Kemps, it’s just building a legacy. It’s not just a restaurant to us,” Harp said. “As far as the Kemp family, it’s more than that.

It’s more than money. We just like to feed people.”

Ironstone Pizza, located at Homestead Village (5445 Patrick Way in Trussville), will be open Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Kemp’s Kitchen is still opening the new Trussville location, but Kemp said they experienced a slight delay and plans to be open within three to four months.

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Center Point From front page

ficially accepting applications for two newly established grant programs, New Business Incentive Program and Capital Improvement Program, for businesses in the city.

not only incentivizes owners to bring business to Center Point but also provides support to businesses, offers our citizens more opportunities to shop local, and displays to the community that Center Point is committed to fostering a city that prioritizes business development.

The CPEDC has seven members: Council President DM Collins, Chairperson Darriel Billups, Vice Chair Person Tameeka Vann, Secretary Buddy Aydelette, Business Engagement Officer Johari Burnette, Public Relations Officer Kathy Gregory, Community Engagement Officer Councilor Ebonee Copeland. (Photo courtesy of the City of Center Point)

The committee will officially start accepting applications on July 1, 2022. The application can be assessed at the City’s website, cityofcenterpoint.org; completed applications must be sent by certified mail to the Center Point City Hall, 2209 Center Point Parkway, Center Point, AL. The New Business Incentive Program serves to advance the city’s economic sustainability by assisting small business owners who show evidence of new business within the Center Point city limits, with cost for creation, origination, and/or setup. Providing this assistance

The Capital Improvement Program improves the city’s aesthetics by enhancing the appearance of building façades. Better aesthetics increase property values, improve marketability, appeal to businesses, and encourage local citizens and visitors to shop and play in the area.

The Center Point mayor and council have a vision of growth in all facets of the city, with economic development being a priority. In doing so, Council President Collins appointed the first-ever Economic Development Committee to help CenterPoint become the thriving business city it can be and once was.

“I am grateful that the city leadership has embraced the New Business Incentive Program and the Capital Improvement Grant recommended by the Economic Development Committee.

The action demonstrates that Center Point truly is ‘A City Moving Forward,’” City of Center Point Economic Development Specialist and CPEDC Member Buddy Aydelette said.

These programs will encourage new businesses to establish themselves in Center Point and aid in beautification, restoration, and enhanced aesthetics in the city.

“I am so thrilled that the City of Center Point is providing the New Business Recruitment and Capital Improvement Incentive Programs to service our community. This is a great step towards the enhancement of our city and neighborhoods,” Co-Chair of the CPEDC, Darriel Billups, said The CEDC was established in 2021 with a mission to actively promote, encourage, strategically plan, and facilitate the development of responsible and properly planned commercial, industrial, and residential growth within the community to expand and strengthen Center Point’s economy and diversify the tax base of the city by identifying and targeting key business sectors that complement the fabric of our community, are beneficial to the residents, and create jobs.

The CEDC will serve as an advisory board and liaison between businesses and municipal government by providing recommendations for planning that best serve the business and resident communities while being consistent with the city’s master plan and being respectful of environmental and traffic considerations.

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Moody’s Thunder in the Park is almost here

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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

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The event features food trucks, free live entertainment sponsored by Revocation Radio, and carnival rides/bouncy houses with armbands available for purchase or pay-per-ride.

There will also be food trucks on-site where you can purchase food.

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EWCF presents donation to Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The Eastern Women’s Committee of Fifty (EWCF) held its annual summer luncheon at Ferus Artisan Ales in Trussville on June 11, 2022.

EWCF President Karen Conner, along with First Vice President Rena Lyle and Treasurer Kitty Brent, presented Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama (ACA) with a check for $20,000.00.

Funds for the donation were the proceeds from EWCF’s annual charity golf tournament held on May 5. Present from ACA to accept the donation were Miller Piggott, Executive Director of ACA, and Doug DeMedicis, President of the Board.

ACA is a local organization that provides education, services, advocacy, and research for caregivers and patients living in 21 Alabama counties.

Following the presen-

Corbeau From front page

Corbeau Wine Bar will have a self-pour system where over 45 different wine options will be on tap. You’ll get to taste wine using a one-ounce taste, a three-ounce half glass, or a six-ounce pour from the different bottles of wine.

There will also be various options of wines, from the kind you can find in a store to wine from small mom-and-pop vineyards. Mary and Elizabeth hope to open Corbeau Wine Bar with around 150 different wine options.

“You get to have a really unique experience every time you come,” Elizabeth said. “It lets us change out the differ-

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tation to ACA, EWCF Recording Secretary Susan Day installed the officers for the organization’s 2022-2023

year. They are Janis Braue, President; Rena Lyle, First Vice President; Lisa Dole, Second Vice President; Wan-

da McKoy, Recording Secretary; Susan Conway, Corresponding Secretary; and Kitty Brent, Treasurer.

ent wines we have available to create that experience. But it’ll never stay exactly the same because we will continually pick new wines and try new things to share with our community.”

You can’t drink wine without an amazing food pairing, and the sisters didn’t miss the opportunity to expand their customers’ pallets by offering various food and wine pairings.

“We won’t have a full kitchen, but we’ll definitely have like charcuterie boards and plates like that,” Elizabeth said. “We will have flatbread and panini sandwiches. We are not doing brunch right now, but we hope to add brunch to the menu in the future.”

Elizabeth and Mary wanted to create a space that wasn’t intimidating for people to taste wine and find something new. As a result, Corbeau Wine Bar plans to offer great wine options at a reasonable price.

“Wine can be intimidating, and we wanted to create an approachable space for people to try new things,” Mary said.

Corbeau Wine Bar will also allow people to buy wine bottles they like.

“You can grab a couple of bottles of what you liked, or if we lead you to another bottle or you decide you want to find something really interesting on our shelves, you’ll be able to take some bottles home,” Mary said. “We also want to

work with wedding venues and people that are celebrating. We’ll find you the perfect wine for a special birthday, special anniversary, or an upcoming party.”

Corbeau Wine Bar will also have an event space that can be booked for various occasions.

They plan to bring an inviting atmosphere full of flair and ambiance and an additional touch of class to the beloved Trussville Community.

Corbeau Wine Bar’s goal is to be open by October 2022, but with supply chain issues, they haven’t set an official date. They will be located in the Trussville Entertainment District near Ferus Artisan Ales and Trussville Social.

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“We’re looking forward to working with all three of our city partners,” Nabors said.

“We’ve got some really interesting things we’re trying to do and improve the services of the district.”

Nabors was promoted last week and has served with the department for more than 28 years. He has also served in Irondale for nearly 29 years simultaneously. He was serving as Battalion Chief before the promotion.

The City of Clay is served by the Centerpoint Fire District and shares coverage with the cities of Centerpoint and Pinson.

In the June 14 meeting, the Council unanimously passed an ordinance establishing an interlocal agreement with the city of Birmingham. City Manager Ronnie Dixon updated the Council on the status of requests for the upcoming World Games in Birmingham.

Springville Road was canceled due to permits and repair work being conducted on the property. Additionally, the Council unanimously approved two public nuisance resolutions involving weed abatement and repairs of private property.

Dixon updated the financial reports in his portion of the meeting. The city’s current balances are: • General Fund – $1,860,661.64 • Vehicle Registration – $14,961.56 • Contractor Bonds – $155,929.16 • Capital Fund – $1,697,057.19 • .45 cent gas fund – $180,982.71 • .7 cent gas fund – $26,486.73 • Rebuild Alabama gas fund – $159,328.78 • Building Fund – $218,802.88 • Paving Supplement fund – $236,840.98 • Reserve funds – $1,750,000

New Centerpoint Fire Chief Alex Nabors.

(Photo by Terry Schrimscher)

The agreement mentions borrowing lighting towers from Clay, but the request could extend to vehicles and other equipment. So far, the requests for assistance have included police coverage in the area. The World Games will be held from July 7 to July 17, 2022.

In other business, a scheduled public hearing to condemn and demolish property located at 5453 Old

• BB&T fund – $24,096.88 • Ballpark income – $60,623.64 • Ballpark expenses – $61,358.81 The City will host a free Independence Day fireworks show at 9 pm on July 2 at Clay Chalkville High School. Parking is available in the school parking lot.

The next meeting of the Clay City Council is set for Tuesday, July 12.

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when local business owners Jayraj & Zinkal Patel committed to donating $50,000 to the Alabama Fallen Warrior Project and other veteran causes.

the Patels presented their first check, in the amount of $15,000, to the Alabama Fallen Warrior Project. Jayraj initially met the Trussville Veterans Committee members at a Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce lunch, where he heard about the Wreaths

to the Alabama Fallen Warriors Project that is currently underway in the town they live, work, and play in. Trussville City Council member Ben Short stated, “The City is proud to be the home of The Alabama Fallen Warriors Project, and we are grateful

Photo courtesy of Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce

The Patels, who immigrated to the United States from India in 2010, are the owners of Wing it On in the Publix Shopping Center and Beau Lash & Brow Spa on Trussville Crossings Parkway.

Today, in the dining room of the Trussville Wing it On,

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The store will also hold a Customer Appreciation Family Fun Day on Saturday, August 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Across America program and knew he wanted to donate to the cause.

Through continued conversations with members of the Trussville Veterans Committee, the Patels knew they wanted to give back in a big way and decided to give big

over 30 years.

They opened last Thursday, had the ribbon cutting yesterday, and are now looking forward to its two upcoming customer events. They have five other stores in the

Shell Store at Hamilton Place (Photo courtesy of Melissa Walker and the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce)

The store address is 450 Main Street (across the street from the Winn Dixie), and the store is run by Gunter Oil Co, which has been locally owned and operated in Trussville for

Trussville community and a total of 15 stores in the Birmingham metro area.

The store offers Hunt Bros pizza, ICEE, iced coffee, coffee frappe, and so much more.

to the Patel family for their support of this project and for choosing Trussville to live, work, and play.”

If you’re interested in learning more or donating to this project, visit http://alabamafallenwarriorsproject. org.

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own unique spin to this play. I think that’s going to be a huge advantage for us to help make this play distinctive from some of the others.”

McClaran explained that the Leeds Art Council is an “intimate theater.” So, a big production like High School Musical brings in the big local talent.

“The cast is extremely full of energy, and it’s right there in front of you,” McClaran said. “I think that’s going to be something that people really enjoy. It will just wash over them in a big way.”

Each cast member is making their character their own.

For example, Heather Duncan playing Ms. Darbus said that her character speaks to her soul.

“She is me. I am a starburst, and I was born to play this,” Duncan said. “So I am so excited to be a part of it, and these kids are amazing.”

The sweet, loving, brainiac Gabriella Montez was dou-

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All existing employees and key leadership will continue their employment and remain in Alabama.

“Between our mutual histories as longstanding family-owned businesses and our shared vision to define excellence, we knew Universal would be the perfect addition to the Lexicon family,” said Patrick Schueck, Lexicon’s president and CEO. “As part of our intentional growth strategy, this acquisition allows us to strategically expand our service offerings and reach new customers across the country.”

Established in 1974 by Sue and John Howell, Universal is a family-owned business that serves the commercial and industrial insulation markets.

Throughout its nearly 50-year history, Universal has grown its service offerings to include scaffold erection and siding.

Associated Builders and Contractors have nationally recognized Universal as an Accredited Quality Contractor for its commitment to safety, training, employee benefits and community relations. The company is affiliated with industry associations, including the Associated General Contractors of America, Southeastern Insulation Contractors Association, Associated Builder and Contractors, North American Insulation

Manufacturers Association and National Insulation Association.

As the second generation of his family to lead the company, CEO and owner Rick Howell has broadened Universal’s market presence to include the steel, cement, chemical processing and power industries while also expanding its service offerings to include insulation maintenance, roofing/siding and painting.

“As I near retirement from a company that my parents built, I sought to identify a company that would build on our solid footing and is a nat-

ural fit for our employees and customers – Lexicon epitomizes that,” said Howell, who will be division president of Universal. “We look forward to joining the Lexicon family.”

Featured projects include Georgia Pacific in Brewton, Alabama (insulation, scaffolding, heat tracing); Nucor Steel in Sedalia, Missouri (roofing, siding); Yuhaung Chemical in St. James, Louisiana (scaffolding); and Nucor Steel in Ghent, Kentucky (roofing, siding).

The company will transition to a new name, Universal, A Lexicon Inc. Company.

ble cast to Payton Myers and Lauren Kilgore.

Myers said that being coleads doesn’t take away from the experience; it only adds to it because you have someone going through the same thing as you.

“So this is really exciting for me, my co-partner, Lauren Kilgore; we’ve been best friends in theater for such a long time,” Myers said. “It means a lot to me for us to be co-leads together.”

This is Kilgore’s last performance before she heads off to college, and she said she couldn’t pick a better sendoff.

“Just being able to play a dream role it’s indescribable because I grew up on High School Musical,” Kilgore said. “It was one of my favorite movie series, and just being with such a group of talented kids. I think we do the movie justice but also better.”

Heartthrob, Troy Bolton, is played by Anthony Cucinotta, who said the chance to step out of his comfort zone, to be this other person, and entertain people is the fun part of the show.

“If someone has some-

thing going on in their lives, and they just want to come here to have a good time, I get to be that source of good energy and a good time for people,” Cucinotta said. “Take their mind off things for a couple of hours, and that’s something that means a lot to me; I like doing that, seeing other people happy.”

You can’t have High School Musical without the sassy, head-turning Sharpay Evans. Her character was also double cast to Janie Spratley and Kathryn Schmidt, and both of these talented women are taking in all the sparkles and pink to bring out this legendary character.

Spratley explained that Sparpay has a lot of different “masks” that she puts on.

“She’s kind of just a normal teenage girl like I am, but in front of everyone else, she puts on this fake voice, and she’s like, ‘Oh, hi, everyone.

I’m the star,’” Spratley said.

“So you have to bring out some egotism. Just a little bit.

Bring out the confidence.”

While preparing for Sharpay, Spratley said her own confidence is growing.

“She’s helping me with my confidence,” Spratley

said. “You gotta throw yourself out there really, honestly, to get into character.”

Schmidt said that playing Sharpay is a rewarding experience and allows her to provide a perspective of what it was like to be a high schooler in the early 2000s.

“You were expected to play a part, very similar to like how we’re playing a part in the show,” Schmidt said.

“This is an opportunity for us to tell people that you can be anything you want to be, regardless of what group you think you’re supposed to be a part of.”

Don’t expect to sit in the audience and not feel like you’re a part of the show because Myers said when you’re just sitting in the audience; you’re not just an audience member.

“The cast is breaking the third wall in theater to make you feel like you’re in High School Musical and not just someone watching it from the outside.,” Myers said.

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Lass But Not Least: Pickleball is here to stay

By Ken Lass

You can run, but you can’t hide from pickleball, that is. I find it everywhere I go. They’re playing it at the Trussville Civic Center, the YMCA, Clay Elementary, and the Trussville Mall tennis courts. It’s even being played at my church. At everybody’s church.

The mayor and city council recently stirred up a hornet’s nest by fencing off a section along the Trussville greenway for the building of a pickleball complex. Mayor Buddy Choat told Tribune Unscripted that the location is now “off the table” after a wave of protest from walkers and disc golfers, some

of whom were pretty creative with signs they hung on the fencing.

I had no problem with the courts. I did have some concerns about the parking. There’s precious little of it in the immediate area. The Senior Center lot fills up for a good hot lunch, much less a pickleball tournament. Rather than going up the hill to the Cahaba Elementary space, I had this vision of cars parking out of control everywhere on any patch of grass at all angles. Something similar to the parking chaos you see in the sports park on a busy Saturday.

At any rate, the mayor and council made the right call to back off. The angst isn’t worth

it. It certainly isn’t going to slow down the growth of this phenomenon. Pickleball was invented back in the 1960s by three guys who had an old badminton court in their backyard but not enough racquets to play the game. So they substituted ping pong paddles. The shuttlecocks didn’t bounce well off the paddles, so they switched to a wiffle ball. After experimenting with rules and lowering the net, voila! A new game was born.

Oh, and that weird name they gave it? Turns out one of the co-founders named it after his dog, Pickles.

Sharon and I tried playing once, and it really was quite fun. We got invited to play at

the Civic Center. We showed up with no clue and no equipment, just our gym clothes and tennis shoes. The other players couldn’t have been more welcoming and more patient as I staggered around trying to figure out where to stand, how to serve, and how to keep score. It occurred to me that this might be one of the secrets to the rapid growth of pickleball. Those who play it actually want others to learn and join in as opposed to golf, where there is little patience for duffers like me who hold up the show because we are searching for yet another three-dollar ball sliced into the woods.

Since there are usually

more players than courts, folks sit neighborly on the bleachers waiting for their turn to play, an excellent chance to socialize and make new friends. We enjoyed it to the point that, a few days later, we went to Academy Sports and bought a couple of cheap paddles and a couple of balls. I figured the least we could do when we return is to have our own stuff. Curiously, the paddles remain unopened in their package in my bedroom closet. Somehow, we never found our way back to play again, and I’m not sure why.

Life just happens, I guess.

But pickleball is not going away. I don’t think it’s a fad like disco or beanie babies. It’s

going to keep showing up everywhere you look. If you can’t beat ’em, might as well join ’em. Saw where our church is offering a beginners pickleball class. I think we’re going to sign up. What better place to play than at church? After all, I may need God’s help to learn this game that was named after a dog.

By the time the city does find a place for those new courts, I’ll be ready. Maybe I’ll see you there. I’ll be the guy with the cheap paddle, trying to figure out where to stand.

(Ken Lass is a retired Birmingham television news and sports anchor and Trussville resident.)

Sean of the South: Lake Martin

By Sean Dietrich, Sean of the South. Commentary

Somewhere near Eclectic.

A small A-frame cabin in the chlorophyll-choked woods of Alabama on Lake Martin.

I awoke on America’s 246th birthday. I was lying in a single bed, nestled in an all-wood room with piney walls. The walls were adorned in fishing tackle, and a singular mounted bass about the size of the late Sonny Liston.

I could hear the coffeemaker in the kitchen, gurgling its sunrise anthem.

I staggered out of bed and glanced out my window to greet the day.

The lake outside was the color of a mirror, upturned toward the sky. The pre-sunrise clouds were pink and gray, waiting for dawn.

There was a squirrel outside

my window, staring at me with its little shark eyes. Eyes that were saying to me, “If circumstances were different, and if I were a lot bigger, I would eat you.”

I went to the bathroom to see a man about a dog. I played Wordle. I got it in five because I’m an idiot.

I stumbled into the kitchen.

I stood before the Mr. Coffee machine, and my attention was diverted.

I saw them.

They were on the counter. Unassuming, little crimson tennis balls, stacked neatly in a pyramid. They looked supple and friendly. Because that’s how Peaches from Chilton County are supposed to look.

I picked one up. I held it in my hands and used my thumb to test its ripeness.

There’s a technique for checking a peach’s edibility.

You use your thumb to apply the slightest amount of pressure. Like probing a fresh bruise.

You want the peach’s meat to give a little, but not too much.

If your thumb makes a small dent, the peach is ready to eat. If you break your thumbnail, you might want to wait a few days to let it ripen.

This one was just right.

Which is why I opted against coffee.

Since I was 9 years old, I have been drinking coffee every blessed morning. I come from evangelicals who were fueled by coffee and puritan moral disapproval. They drank their Folgers weak and black so they could sip it all day long.

Today, however, I got my caffeine from another source.

I poured Milo’s tea into a tall, old-timey, green tinted Coca-Cola glass, filled with

crushed ice. The golden sugary drink sloshed around, running over the brim. My cup ranneth all over the place.

I don’t know who Milo is, or where he comes from, but he deserves to be canonized in his own lifetime.

I left the kitchen with a peach in one hand and Milo’s in the other. I stepped outside into the daylight. The sun was hoisting itself over 40,000 acres that is Lake Martin.

Lake Martin is one of the top five cleanest and clearest lakes in the United States. It is like looking into glass. It is a lake so clear you can see all the Natural Light cans on the bottom.

I stared across the lake and I was thinking about my old man.

He’s been dead for most of my life, death by his own choosing. But he loved peaches.

He could eat five or six in one sitting. He always said peach-

es were high in vitamin C, but he was full of beans. Peaches have less vitamin C than a fire hydrant.

I bit into my peach.

The fruit was soft. The skin was a little fuzzy. The flesh was tender without being mushy; somewhere between a new tomato and a ripe pear.

Nectar ran down my chin, dripping along my neck, flowing down the collar of my T-shirt, staining the white fabric. The taste was acidic but not bitter. Sweet but not cloying.

Tart but not sharp.

And something primal took over within me. I ate another peach. Then another. And another.

Pretty soon, I had eaten four peaches. I washed down each bite with swigs of ice-cold Milo’s, a drink sweet enough to rot your molars, but refreshing enough to have its own water-

park in Orlando.

And as the sunlight peeked above the treeline, I heard the slaps of distant screen doors reverbing across the smooth lake on a Southern Fourth of July. I heard faraway happy conversations, bouncing off the water.

An American flag next door whipped in the easy breeze.

The morning air was immaculate. Birds called to one another. Crickets were already complaining in unison about the heat.

Across the lake, I saw a young man preparing his fishing boat. I waved to him. He did not wave back. But his radio was playing “My Girl,” and I realized there is hope for America’s youth.

“You missed some good peaches,” I whispered to the sky.

And I hope someone heard me.

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Opinion

Phil Williams: Bring forth the Fourth

By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary

I don’t know about you but the 4th of July has always been one of my favorite holidays. As a kid, Christmas was always front and center as the best holiday of them all; but it was a close race for second between Easter and the 4th of July. Truthfully, as a kid, I couldn’t yet fathom the true importance of Easter, but I was all in for the Easter baskets and candy. But having to dress up in my newest Sunday-go-to-meeting clothes and comb my unruly hair took some of the shine off the day from a kid’s perspective.

So with that said I believe that the 4th of July had the higher overall kid ranking.

What was not to like? Hot dogs, flags waving, bands playing and fireworks! Think about it, a knothead kid like me could run around in shorts and a t-shirt, stay out past dark, eat junk food and blow stuff up! It was layer upon layer of the best life had to offer for a kid: patriotism, friends, food and explosives!

I have some distinct memories of the 4th of July. When I was younger we would go through south Huntsville and across the Tennessee River bridge to the area that we used to call “gasoline alley” where all of the fireworks stands were set up. Dad would give us each $10 and if we had any of our allowance left we could add to it. With hard cash in hand, we would hit the stands and buy the fireworks of our choice.

Sparklers were just warmups and sort of for the little kids. Once we were old enough to strike a match it was a new day and we bought

Phil Williams is Policy Director for the Alabama Policy Institute

all that we could squeeze out of a $10 dollar bill. Smoke bombs were good for playing Army with friends, snap pops were good for gags, and lady fingers were what you got when you were running out of money. Black Cat firecrackers and bottle rockets were a mainstay, and we were always on the hunt just in case any of the stands had any bootleg M80’s or cherry bombs, which were increasingly hard to get for all of the right reasons. We would buy some and compare notes because there was always that one firework stand that was ten cents cheaper, or the one that would try to undercut the others by giving away a pack of bottle rockets or punks if you spent ten bucks.

Then the fun began! Admit it: how many of you blew up a coke bottle? Or tried to tie a toy army soldier with a handkerchief parachute to a

rocket? Or the ever-failed attempt to thread fuses together to get multiple blasts out of one lighting?

When the parents weren’t paying attention we had bottle rocket wars in the street until someone would have a close call and a parent would get wise and shout from a front door. In classic fashion, we would wait five minutes and commence the bottle rocket wars again.

As I’ve gotten older I still carry my love for fireworks.

My wife doesn’t get it. She tells me every time that it’s like spending money on something that is literally going to burn … yep! and I love it! And truthfully, so does she.

I also love the big public displays. I previously served on the Board of the Gadsden/Etowah County Patriots Association and helped to sponsor major annual fireworks displays over the Coo-

sa River. I once sat on a boat in the Coosa and literally had to look straight up into the explosions and had the debris rain down on me and it was great! I remember major public displays at Milton-Frank Stadium in Huntsville as a kid or over the USS Alabama at Battleship Park in Mobile!

But of all the displays I’ve seen over the years, none of them could hold a candle to the best one I ever saw on the Washington Mall. It was the best for a variety of reasons: the location, the quality, but also the sense that it was being presented at the epicenter of all that the 4th of July was designed to celebrate. In one massive display, there was the greatness of America, the vastness of our blessing, and the depth of what is worth defending.

At that time I was assigned to the Pentagon and it was announced that Pentagon fam-

ilies could bring their lawn chairs and coolers and be given access to what is known as the Pentagon parade field that looks straight across at the Washington Monument. Our son was off at college at the time but my wife, daughter and I got to sit there on the freshly cut grass on the side of the Pentagon – a building that at that time was still under renovations after the damage inflicted by the attack on 9/11 – and join with so many others as we watched in awe as beautiful light displays illuminated the Washington Monument against the night sky. It was epic. It was visually stunning. It was actually very moving.

But I also know that I have developed a much fonder appreciation for the holiday itself. As the years progressed I came to the full realization that Easter has a deeper and more profound meaning that really impacts my life and has moved Easter into second place as a holiday. But I have also come to appreciate that the 4th of July carries such a deeper and more profound meaning itself. The flags still wave, the hot dogs are still good, I love seeing family and friends, but there is a difference now.

Now the celebration of our nation’s independence feels more like a privilege. It has become a day with true sentiment attached to it. There is the imbued sense that it is not just about gathering and having a day off.

On this 4th of July I hope that you will get some time with family or friends. I hope that there is a hotdog and a cold drink for you. I hope that you get to laugh and enjoy it all, and yes, I hope that

there are fireworks. But more than anything, it is my sincere hope that you will teach the kids that this is not just a holiday for knothead kids to run around, eat junk food, and blow things up. Teach the next generation that we stand for the anthem with our hats off and our hands over our heart. Teach America’s kids that this holiday is meaningful because we live in the United States of America, a nation that has been a blessing to so many. A nation that is the biggest dog on the international block and the freest country known to history.

Tell the youth of this country that the 4th of July is the day that we celebrate independence, and that independence means sacrifice, and that sacrifice means commitment, and that commitment means honor.

And then tell them to be careful with those Black Cat firecrackers and to have a good time.

God bless you all, and God Bless America.

Phil Williams is a former State Senator, retired Army Colonel and combat veteran, and a practicing Attorney.

He has served with the leadership of the Alabama Policy Institute and currently hosts Rightside Radio M-F 2-5 pm on WVNN. His column appears every Monday in 1819 News. To contact Phil or request him for a speaking engagement go to www.rightsideradio.org The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the policy or position of 1819 News.

To comment, please send an email with your name and contact information to Commentary@1819News.com.

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Outdoors

Shark Category Returns for 89th ADSFR

By David Rainer

Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources At the request of anglers and spectators, the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo (ADSFR) will again have a shark category for the 89th annual event, scheduled July 14-17 at the rodeo site on Dauphin Island.

Of course, ADSFR officials checked with marine scientists to ensure bringing the category back was ecologically sound.

“It’s been about 7 years since we had a shark category,” said Mark Schambeau, this year’s rodeo president.

“We had a lot of requests from anglers and spectators to bring sharks back. So, we started talking to Dr. Sean Powers with the University of South Alabama (USA), Dr. Marcus Drymon of Mississippi State and a few others. We wanted to know about the stock assessment for sharks and how their numbers look in the Gulf of Mexico. They told us they were back to good numbers.

They gave us a go-ahead to consider bringing the shark category back.

“We talked to a lot of anglers about bringing it back.

They were all excited and wanted to help fund bringing it back. We have shark as an open category, but we also have a shark jackpot, sponsored by Gulf Hauling and Construction, which is funded through a lot of the anglers.

This year we are giving away a guaranteed $12,000 for first place.”

The shark category will only include four species; tiger, bull, hammerhead (greater and scalloped) and blacktip.

The rodeo’s minimum sizes for tiger, hammerhead and bull sharks is 80 inches total length. The minimum size for blacktip sharks is 60 inches total length.

Anglers who participate in the rodeo’s shark categories are required to possess an Atlantic HMS (highly migratory species) permit with a shark endorsement (hmspermits. noaa.gov) from NOAA Fisheries.

“We only want the large sharks, the mature sharks,” Schambeau said. “We don’t want small sharks. We put large minimums on those sharks because we don’t want a free-for-all. We will be making regular posts on our social media to educate anglers on the legal sizes and species for our tournament.

“Another reason to have larger minimums is to make it easier to identify. That’s why we selected certain species, to help reduce any misidentification. We won’t allow any of the protected shark species to be brought to our docks.”

Although frustrating to anglers, Dr. Sean Powers says that plenty of sharks in the Gulf indicate a healthy ecosystem.

(Photo courtesy of Marcus Drymon)

Anglers in the 89th annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo will again be able to compete in the shark category.

(Photo courtesy of Jim Cox)

Anglers aren’t the only ones excited about the return of the category. Marine scientists will be able to obtain valuable information from the sharks brought to the rodeo.

Powers, professor and director of the new USA School of Marine and Environmental Sciences and head rodeo judge, said the top comment from anglers and spectators at the rodeo was about bringing the shark category back. He said the timing is right.

“The spectators enjoy seeing them,” said Powers. “The fishermen, not so much that they want to fish for them, but they have seen sharks in this area increase dramatically in abundance. Fishermen, especially snapper fishermen, are experiencing a lot more biteoffs because of sharks. We, as scientists, call it depredation.

That’s when you hook something and another species that you don’t mean to hook comes and eats it.”

Powers said the likely culprits in the depredation are sandbar and bull sharks. The sandbar is one of the protected species except for limited scientific collection.

“The rodeo came to us and wanted to know if we agreed with their decision to bring the shark category back,” he said.

“I told them, yes, because I trust the science that goes behind management. As long as you are harvesting within the regulations in terms of species and size limits, then, yes, you can harvest them. That’s what the best science tells us. My big thing is to make sure we educate the fishermen on the regulations.”

The benefit of harvesting the sharks during the rodeo is that the specimens will be used to advance the data collection of the species. Marine scientists will collect vertebrae, stomach contents and reproductive organs to conduct a battery of tests.

“These sharks will not be wasted,” Powers said. “They will be used for science.”

While anglers may complain about the number of shark encounters on a fishing trip, Powers assures everyone that an increase in shark numbers is a good thing.

“This is what a healthy Gulf looks like,” he said.

“We’ve been fishing for the

Plenty of beautiful red snapper will come to the weigh station during the rodeo. (Photo courtesy of David Rainer)

past 40 years with a shark population below where it should be. It’s frustrating to lose a snapper or tuna to a shark, but it’s a healthy ecosystem when we have lots of sharks in it.

“To eliminate killing a lot of sharks for no reason, the rodeo went with a higher size limit than the regulations. We just want people to bring in sharks that are really large and can compete for prizes.”

Powers said the species were chosen because they are easier to identify, and they grow to larger sizes.

“Anyone can catch a blacktip shark,” he said. “We’re really looking for the big tiger and bull sharks. Those are the ones that are really going to challenge the anglers, and we can harvest them sustainably.”

As far as identifying the species, Powers said some anglers may confuse blacktips with spinner sharks, but he said spinners don’t grow large enough to meet the minimum size.

He also said the way to differentiate between a sandbar shark and a bull shark is found on their backs.

“The thing is everybody

calls everything, except a tiger or a hammerhead, a bull shark,” Powers said. “They need to make sure they know the difference between a bull shark and a sandbar shark.

One thing is the bull shark is stocky and the dorsal fin is not as big. But the main difference is a sandbar shark has a ridge down its back from its dorsal fin to its caudal fin. A bull shark does not have a ridge.

If it has ridges, it better have stripes (tiger shark) to keep it.

“We’re excited to have sharks back. We want to get those specimens.”

In previous years, sharks were displayed on a rack between two pilings on the south end of the rodeo site. This year, Killer Dock has constructed a large hanging rack on the north side of the property that will be a significant upgrade.

“The old shark rack has always been a traditional sight at the rodeo,” Schambeau said. “We are not bringing that down. With the Killer Dock hanger, we will be able to display the sharks in a better way and allow the spectators to get a better view. It has a shaded

canopy, and hopefully it will keep the sun off them a little longer.”

The rodeo will also add a red snapper jackpot to this year’s event to go with the regular category and cash prizes division.

The red snapper harvest, as of June 20 this year, was estimated at only 175,619 pounds.

Weather conditions and high fuel prices have reduced the fishing effort so far this summer, which means the snapper season could last into the fall if the quota of 1,122,662 pounds is not projected to be met.

Billfish has also been added to the open categories, bringing the total number of fish categories for the rodeo to 33.

Schambeau, who has been a part of the rodeo crew for 14 years, said rodeo participation continues to climb despite the COVID pandemic and other factors.

“We set the Guinness World Record for the number of anglers in 2011 or 2012 with just over 2,200 anglers,” he said. “Last year, we sold more than 4,200 tickets. The numbers have always gone up.

The interesting thing during COVID for the 87th rodeo is we still had a high number fishing the tournament. When you’re out fishing, you’re not in large groups, so they still participated in the tournament.

We didn’t have the music or big crowds, but the actual angler participation was very high.”

The rodeo kicks off at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 14, with the Captain T-Bone’s Liars Contest, followed by music from Trotline. Friday’s music will be provided by the Velcro Pygmies, while Blackwater Brass will be on the stage at 5 p.m. Saturday.

As usual, the 64th annual Roy Martin Young Anglers Tournament will be held Saturday, July 9, at the rodeo site.

The event is open to anglers 15 years old and younger. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased before the event or at the rodeo site on tournament day.

The Mobile-Area Children’s Charity Expo will also be held in the sponsors tent from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. during the Roy Martin event.

“We have invited all the Mobile-area charities involved with children and young families to come down,” Schambeau said. “We will give them this space for free to show the good they are doing in our community, possibly raise funds and recruit people to their good causes.

“That’s one thing about our tournament. We’re community-minded and want to continue to help.”

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Neil Gordon Norman june

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Gloria Dean (Seymour) Waldrop

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Neil Norman, Sr., a man of faith and believer in Jesus, passed away at home on June 24, 2022.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children: son Neil “Sonny” (Jeanette); daughter Dayna, who preceded him in death; daughter Tabitha (Tim). His beloved grandchildren: Max (Whitney), Amanda (Sam), Levi, Ben, Michael (Briee), Amanda (Jeremy), Jesse and Brandon. And the apples of his eyes, his precious great-grandchildren: Grasyn, Jewel, and Jacob. He also leaves behind many treasured sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

Naturally athletic, Neil was a proud 1953 graduate of Montgomery County High School where he played baseball, basketball, and football for the mighty Golden Eagles. Not only was he an athlete, but he loved coaching and was a huge sports fan. At age 87, he could still recite his own stats and play-by-plays of many games.

Neil was a true Patriot and Veteran of the United States Air Force where he received the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal.

He was an extremely loyal and honorable man. After the service, Neil attended Auburn University, and later transferred to Alabama College Montevallo. He loved to help people and chose a medical career as an EMT/Paramedic. Not only did he deliver a few babies, but he also saved lives.

Neil was a faithful member of Connection Church, which he joined shortly after moving to Georgia in 2017. Everyone at church called him Gramps, and he was a blessing and friend to all, sharing laughter and smiles.

16, 1929 ~ june 28, 2022 (age 92)

Gloria Dean Semour Waldrop, age 92, of Trussville, AL passed away on June 28, 2022.

Gloria was born to Charles and Melba Seymour on September 16, 1929. Gloria was a saintly woman, who provided many meals, teas, and showers for so many others. Her love and devotion to her family was her life. Always ready to help in any way she could and glad she could do it. She was a beautiful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother!! She served as chairperson of Hueytown Garden Club for many years, an active member in Women’s Home Missions, and always a faithful worker in her church and work. She was an Interior Design Decorator for almost 20 years. Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Waldrop, her granddaughter, Deana Hemphill and son-in-law, Neal Hemphill; her parents, and sister, Una Rae Chafin, and brother-in-law, Marion Chafin. She is survived by her daughter, Glynda Bailey (Jerry); granddaughter, Ashley Trammell (Adam); great grandchildren, Taylor Johnson (Hunter), Bailey Sisk (Trevor), Brady Trammell, Jordyn Trammell, Camdyn Trammell; great-great grandchildren, Paislea Johnson, and Tanner Johnson; her sister, Mona Ayers (Jimmy). She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville from 9:00 a.m. until time of the service at 10:00 a.m. A committal service will immediately follow the chapel service at Jefferson Memorial’s adjoining gardens. Pastor Buddy Champion of First Baptist Church of Trussville will preside over the service. The family would like to express a special thank you to Bridget Gregory-Bradley, Jessica Brown, and Tavia Webb for their love and great care of Gloria for the last six weeks she was at home. “They helped me get through all the difficult times.” Pallbearers will be Hunter Johnson, Trevor Sisk, Neal Ayers, Dennis Vaughn, Chuck Chafin and David Easley.

Neil was truly legendary. He was smart and funny. He never met a stranger, and if you were up to talk sports, you became a friend for life. He loved the Lord, his family, his church family, friends, and his community. He leaves a legacy of faith, valor, and love of family.

Shelba Jean Tatum

One of his favorite Bible verses was, “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.” I John 4:7-8

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Kimberly Lynn Davis august

1, 1937 ~ june 26, 2022 (age 84)

Shelba Jean Tatum, age 84, of Springville, Alabama passed away at home on Sunday, June 26, 2022. She was a loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Shelba was born on September 1, 1937, in Tishomingo County, Mississippi to the late L.J. and Flora Abel.

22, 1985 ~ june 28, 2022 (36)

Shelba was preceded in death by her parents, her younger sisters Velma Hodge and Kathleen Harris, her mother-in-law Faye Tatum Tidwell, brother-in-law Bobby Burleson, brother-in-law Jimmy Tatum, and sister-in-law Mary Ellen Tatum.

Kimberly Lynn Davis, 36, of Trussville, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.

Shelba is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 57-1/2 years, Luther Thomas Tatum, Jr.; sons, Larry Tatum (Leslie), Kelly Tatum (Angela); grandchildren Tanner Tatum (Taylor), Noah Tatum, Lindsey Tatum, Lana Tatum; brotherin-law Fred Harris, sister-in-law Joy Burleson and numerous nieces and nephews.

Kimberly was born on August 22, 1985, in Birmingham, to Phil and René Davis. As a child, she lived in Birmingham before moving to Trussville in 1999.

She was a 2006 Clay-Chalkville High School graduate and went to the United Cerebral Palsy Adult Program, LincPoint, for several years. Kimberly was a beautiful, loving, and silly girl. Her smile and belly laughs would make the whole room giggle. She could say more with her eyes than most people can with words. When Kimberly was three, she was diagnosed with Rett syndrome. It affected every aspect of her life, but she was such a fighter and loved her family and friends so very much.

After graduating from Woodlawn High School in 1956, Shelba worked for Southern Coach parts from 1956-1968. She later met Luther Thomas Tatum, the love of her life in 1960 and they got married on December 11, 1964. Shelba also worked for Durr-Fillauer Medical and later for Alabama Orthopedic Spine where she retired in 2005 after 16 years of service.

Kimberly is preceded in death by her brother, Joshua Davis; grandparents, Reverend Joe & Gertrude Davis of Pinson, and J.T. (Jake) Self of Gardendale.

Shelba was a member of Deerfoot Church of Christ. She was such a faithful Christian lady who loved God and her church family. Shelba was also known as “Minnie” to her grandchildren whom she loved and adored.

She is survived by her parents, Phil & René Davis of Trussville; grandmother, Genell Dodd of Trussville; brother and sister-in-law, Matthew & Cynthia Davis of Clinton, North Carolina; sister and brother-in-law, Nicole & Dewayne Jenkins of Trussville; nieces and nephews: Allie & Amelia Jenkins of Trussville, and Charlotte, Kaden, & Mason Davis of Clinton, North Carolina; special friend, Carlina Burkett of Springville; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

The family would like to thank the nursing staff with Lakeside Hospice for their care and compassion during Shelba’s illness and would also like to thank Dr. Allen Yeilding and all his staff for their compassionate care and treatment.

The family would like to thank several people for their wonderful care over the years: Dr. David Glasgow, Dr. Alan Percy, Mrs. Jane Lane, RN, BSN, Suzanne Geerts, B.S, M.S., R.D, and the wonderful staff of Benjamin Russell Children’s Hospital and UAB Hospital.

Visitation will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral and Gardens in Trussville on Thursday, June 30, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m in the Chapel.

Susie Pierce Steele-Mahaffey march

11, 1928 ~ june 23, 2022 (age 94)

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kimberly’s name to either the Suki Foundation for Rett Syndrome at www.sukifoundation.org or the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, 4600 Devitt Drive Cincinnati, OH 45246 or www.rettsyndrome.org.

Susie (Sue) Steele-Mahaffey, 94 , was born on March 11, 1928 in Louisville, Kentucky to William Pierce and Pearl Pierce.

Funeral arrangements are being directed by Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home of Trussville. The visitation will be Saturday, July 2, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Northpark Baptist Church in Trussville. The funeral will start at 1:00 p.m.

Immediately following the service, the interment will be at Liberty-Minter Cemetery in Morris.

Sue was retired from VA Medical Center, Birmingham where she worked from 1953 to 1985. She also worked at University of Al at Birmingham from 19851995.

Kimberly will be missed so much by her family, friends, and loved ones. She was so very special! When you think of her, remember her beautiful smile. Please visit Kimberly’s website for more information on Rett syndrome and leave a special memory on her guest book. www.rett-syndrome.net

Sue was a member of Huffman United Methodist Church since 1952. She was a member of the following lineage societies: Daughters of American Revolution, Colonial Dames 17th Century, Magna Charta Dames, National Society of Washington Family Descendants, Daughters of the Society of Cincinnati and the Huguenot Society. Sue was an active member in the Birmingham Historical Society and the Alabama Genealogical Society. Sue is survived by her 2 sons, George L. Steele, Jr. (Connie) and Michael S. Steele (Jeanie). Five grandsons include Christopher Steele, Jonathon Steele (Wendy), Randall Steele (Leanne), and Joseph Steele (Joann). One granddaughter Angela Steele (Charles). Great-Grandchildren include Matthew Steele (Crystal), Mason Steele, Madison Steele, Collin Wagnor , Baylor Wagnor ( Karen). Tyler Steele, M.J. Steele, William Steele, Benjamin Steele, Julian Harris and Elliot Edge. 2 Great- Great Grandchildren include Jaxson Steele and Amara Wagnor.

She was predeceased by her first husband, George L. Steele, Sr., her second husband, Edward Mahaffey, and grandson, Jason Allen Steele..

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17, 1944 ~ june 30, 2022 (78)

Bert Richard “Hop” Hays, Sr., 78 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend went to be with his Heavenly Father on June 30, 2022. Hop was born to Bert Roseman Hays (WWII veteran) and Kathryn Hopper Hays in Birmingham, AL on April 17, 1944. He graduated from Phillips High School in 1962 and attended the University of Alabama. He was employed by Alabama Power until 1981 when he started his successful business, Hop’s Service Co. After the death of his wife, Jerry Park Hays in 1981, Hop and Margaret met and were married in Feb 1982. He became fascinated with HAM radio at a very young age and followed this passion/hobby through-out his life, enjoying numerous friendships that shared the same. Some of his valuable contributions to HAM radio were helping create the H&H Repeater Association and assisting in many emergency disaster situations through the Red Cross.

He loved studying the history behind wars, particularly the World Wars and the Civil War. He enjoyed participating in Civil War reenactments. He was a Shriner and enjoyed participating in events at Zamora Temple. Hop and Margaret loved traveling the United States and Europe. Their trip to Ireland took them to one of their favorite European destinations. They truly loved camping in their fifth wheel camper at numerous camp sites across the Southeast. Hop never met a stranger and loved his family and friends as they all loved him. His family meant more to him than anything else and he was proud of them and their accomplishments. Hop is survived by his wife, Margaret Nadine; his children, Kathryn Michelle Hays, Bert Richard Hays, Jr. (Laura), Michele Rhea Hood (John); grandchildren, Laura Parker (Riley), Richard Campbell, Julianna, Chase, and Zachary Hays and great grandson, Charlie Campbell.

There will be a graveside service at Boggan Cemetery in Amory, Mississippi on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at 11:00. A Celebration of Life will take place at NorthPark Baptist Church in Trussville on Friday, July 8, 2022. The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 and the service will begin at 4:00. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your favorite charity or organization in his name.

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Chair Yoga July 7 @ 10:30 am 11:30 am

the ocean to create energy, laugh out loud when we change the waves of your voice, and be amazed at the destructive power of concentrated light waves!

Venue Trussville Public Library (Adults) Join us for a gentle form of yoga on July 7th at 10:30 AM. This class is perfect for beginners. We’ll use yoga to stretch & strengthen our bodies. Everyone of all abilities & mobility is encouraged to attend. Class taught by Yoga By Nancy Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Summer Stories July 7 @ 10:30 am 11:30 am

Join Ms. Alicia for a summer themed storytime!

Venue Trussville Public Library Can You Survive on an Island?

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(all ages) Can You Survive on an Island?

Test your island survival skills at this event from 4-5PM on Jul. 7th. No Registration Required.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Storytime for Growin’ Beans with Ms. Allison: Beach July 8 @ 10:00 am 11:00 am Free

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys – Teen July 9 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Mr. Bonds will be bringing us some wacky and weird ocean science!

Mr. Bonds Science Guys always brings and informative and entertaining science shows. This year will will be diving in the oceans so prepare your googles and flippers!

The 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.

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(Adults) Finally… an anime club for adults! You asked for it, so we’re hosting our first Anime Night for adults on Monday, July 11t at 6 PM. Enjoy Asian snacks & hang out with fellow anime enthusiasts.

Venue Pinson Public Library (RSMC) Ceramics with Norma – Part 2 July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Create an ocean-themed design with clay! Two-part program.

Create an ocean-themed design with clay! Two-part program. You will create your piece during session 1; piece will be dried for two weeks and then painted/decorated during session 2.

Venue Trussville Public Library Books & Brews July 11 @ 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm

Shark Week Kids’ Craft: Golf Ball Shark July 11 @ 10:00 am July 16 @ 4:00 pm Free

(All ages) We’re gonna need a bigger boat because it’s Shark Week!

Stop by the library the week of July 5th – 16th to pick up a golf ball shark craft. 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.

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Shark Week Adults’ Craft: Mason Jar Beach Light July 11 @ 10:00 am July 16 @ 4:00 pm Free (All ages) Join us on July 8th at 10 AM for a beach-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) Ferus Presents: Rose Colored Glasses July 8 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Travel back in time to the music of the Opry in its early days. Imagine the glowing living room radio light as Rose Colored Glasses plays time honoring originals and a variety of jukebox favorites. Embrace the era of Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Tammy Wynette, Buck Owens, and Loretta Lynn.

Venue Trussville Entertainment District Mr. Bond’s Science Guys July 9 @ 10:30 am 11:30 am Learn about all types of waves with the Science Guys! A fun, interactive and educational science show which is perfect for all ages.

Waves of the ocean, sound waves, and even light waves!

Discover how scientists use

(Adults) Stop by the library the week of July 11th-July 16th to pick up a Mason Jar Beach Lights kit.

These craft kits are for adults.

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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) World Games Culture Festival July 11 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Free (All ages) Join us at our World Games Culture Festival on Monday, July 11th from 4 to 6 PM at Pinson Bicentennial Park!

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TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council congratulated “Mr. Baseball” Riley Quick during the council meeting on Tuesday, June 28.

According to the proclamation, Hewitt-Trussville High School graduate Quick proved once again to be the ace of the Huskies pitching staff, posting an incredible 13-1 record with a 0.92 ERA. All opponents collectively

(From Left to Right) Council member Ben Short, Council member Lisa Bright, Council member Perry Cook, Riley Quick, Trussville Mayor Buddy Choat, Counci lmember Jaime Anderson, and Councilmember Alan Taylor. (Photo by Hannah Curran)

batted just .142 against Riley Quick, as he struck out 130 batters and only walked 37 over 82.2 innings pitched this season.

Quick also won 13 games, threw eight shutouts, and allowed only 11 earned runs all season.

The Alabama Sports Writers Association named Riley Quick its 7A Player of the Year for 2022, its 7A Pitcher of the Year for the second year in a row, and also bestowed its “Mr. Baseball”

Big commitments from Pinson Valley, Moody

Dummit organized the fundraiser.

“Each family will have to drop around $2500 to take their family to the World Series, which is on a shoestring budget,” Dummit said. “We ask each of you who played Little League Baseball, coached a team or had a child play recreational baseball to remember how fun it was and how you dreamed of playing in the Little League World

The Bible tells us that a prophet is never respected or loved in his hometown.

Pinson Valley’s T.J. Metcalf could tell you the same thing about an athlete being recruited in his home state.

Metcalf, who is a superlative athlete and a dedicated, tireless worker, has verbally committed to Arkansas prior to his senior season with the Indians. He’s had a ton of other offers from Power 5 teams to pick from, Bobby Mathews but curiously the marquee teams in his home state haven’t seemed interested.

Metcalf is a threat in the defensive backfield at Pinson Valley. He can hit hard, he can cover and he can make a play on the ball. He’s strong, got good size (6-1, around 195 pounds), speed and hops.

Teams like Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Florida State, Penn State, West Virginia, Miami, Michigan, Michigan State, Central Florida and Missouri all saw the potential in Metcalf.

He’s a good enough athlete that he’ll likely see playing time on both sides of the ball for the Indians, who are

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honor on Quick.

The Trussville Tribune also named Quick Tribune Baseball Player of the Year, as well as a member of the All-Tribune team.

“With Riley pitching, we always have a chance to win,” Hewitt-Trussville head coach Jeff Mauldin said during the 2022 regular season. The Huskies won the Class 7A Area 6 title and finished runner-up in the state championSee QUICK, Page 14

Springville comes together to send All-Stars to USSSA World Series From The Tribune staff reports

SPRINGVILLE — The community here has a well-deserved reputation for supporting its sports teams, and they proved it once again by coming together and funding a trip for the Springville Gold 6U All-Star team to the USSSA World Series later this month.

Head coach Tim Dummitt took to GoFundMe in order to help his team raise funds

to play in the tournament in Gulfport, Mississippi.

“I have had the pleasure of coaching many of these boys for the last several years and all their hard work has finally paid off,” Dummit said on GoFundMe. “We were fortunate to win the AL USSSA Silver State Title last weekend, which entitled us to a berth in the World Series from July 13th through the 17th.”

The trouble was that a trip to Gulfport would put a financial burden on the team, so

The Springville 6U baseball team is headed to the USSSA World Series in Gulfport, Mississippi. (Courtesy photo)

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Softball stars headline; Olympians set to compete at The World Games 2022

By Josh Bean Special to The Tribune

BIRMINGHAM – Eight members from the 2020 U.S. Olympic roster who won the silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics will be on Team USA at The World Games 2022.

Games 2022. They include • Six athletes in archery, including Gaby Bayardo, of the Netherlands, who won a silver medal at the Tokyo Summer Olympics in 2021, and Mariana Zuñiga, of Chile, who was a silver medalist in the compound bow at the

• Bart Rene Swings, of Belgium, who has participated in three Winter Olympics, including winning a gold medal at the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022, will compete in speed skating events at Powell Steam Plant.

• The softball competition

World Games 2022 CEO Nick Sellers (Contributed photo)

Spectators encouraged to arrive early, plan ahead for World Games opening ceremony

By Josh Bean Special to The Tribune

BIRMINGHAM —The World Games 2022 kicks off with Thursday’s Opening Ceremony, presented by Alabama Power, at Protective Stadium in Birmingham.

With spectators converging on the stadium for a program that features musical artists Sara Evans, Nelly and Alabama, officials with The World Games 2022 are encouraging people to plan ahead and arrive early because of limited parking options and road closures bordering the secure perimeter around the BJCC and The World Games Plaza presented by Regions at CityWalk BHM.

“This will be the biggest sports party in Birmingham history, and we don’t want anyone to miss it,” The World Games 2022 CEO Nick Sellers said. “If people arrive early, they can visit World Games Plaza at CityWalk BHM or visit the Uptown entertainment area.”

The Opening Ceremony presented by Alabama Power begins at 7:30 p.m., at Protective Stadium and will feature the parade of athletes into the stadium, as well as a memorable program entitled “Unlocking The Magic: Celebrating Birmingham’s Past, Present and Future.” Gates at Protective Stadium are scheduled to open Thursday at 6 p.m.

As a reminder, here are the road closures for the BJCC/

Protective Stadium/downtown area: • 12th Avenue North from 16th Street North to 25th Street North • Rev. Abraham Woods Boulevard from 17th Street North to 25th Street North • 6th Avenue North from 18th Street North to Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard TWG 2022 officials encourage the public to “Ride The Line” and utilize the color-coded shuttle service that will transport fans around the city throughout The Games. The free shuttles begin service on Thursday and allow spectators to See OPENING, Page 14

Alabama native Haylie McClenney, a Team USA outfielder. (Courtesy photo)

As Team USA chases the gold medal on its home turf, the roster includes Alabama native Haylie McClenney, a star outfielder among the eight 2020 Olympians.

The softball stars headline the list of Olympians, including athletes who have won Olympic medals and are slated to compete at The World

Paralympic Games.

• Of the 38 registered karate athletes, 17 are Olympic medalists • 4 Olympians who competed in Tokyo are part of the sport climbing competition • 8 rhythmic gymnastics athletes have competed in the Olympics

also features the other medal-winning teams from Tokyo – Japan (gold) and Canada (bronze).

In total, more than 3,600 athletes from 107 countries are scheduled to be in Birmingham from July 7-17 for The World Games 2022.

See SOFTBALL, Page 14

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From page 12

looking to make a playoff run under first-year head coach Lee Guess.

the Tide and the Tigers, to be frank. A kid with Metcalf’s talent and upside going to a rival team in the ultra-competitive SEC West can’t get an offer in his own state?

I guarantee you that TJ is going to use that disrespect when it comes game time.

Another big commitment heading to the natural state is

Moody’s Mason Myers, who committed to Arkansas State.

I’ve written before that I see a lot of potential in Myers, an offensive lineman who has put on a good bit of muscle this past offseason.

He’s going to be a headache for everyone Moody faces in 5A, and as I said last week: The potential matchup between him and Leeds’ Kavion Henderson is going to be absolutely LIT when the Blue Devils and the Green Wave clash.

Myers is one of the nicest kids out there, but when the whistle blows, he is as gritty and tough on the offensive line as anyone you could want. This is a big get for Arkansas State.

Coach Butch Jones has made some serious inroads in the Birmingham area, recruiting 2022 seniors Mike Sharpe and Cameron Ambrose. A stint as a special assistant/ analyst at the Crimson Tide under Nick Saban left him very familiar with top-level talent, and so the Red Wolves are making some waves down here in the Heart of Dixie.

That’s good news for young men looking to further their playing careers in college, like Myers. And it’s bad luck for my Troy Trojans, who had also offered him a scholarship. I expect to see Myers pancaking people at the high school and college level for a few years to come.

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

amazing talent that will be on display here in the Magic City,” The World Games 2022 CEO Nick Sellers said.

Tickets remain available for the Opening Ceremony, featuring Sara Evans, Nelly and Alabama, and the Closing Ceremony, featuring Jamey

Johnson, American Idols Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice, Reuben Studdard, Alabama and Lionel Richie. In addition, The World Games 2022 Day Pass, which allows fans to “venue-hop” throughout the day, are available through Thursday for $35.

Pinson Valley's TJ Metcalf during a recruiting visit to Arkansas.

(Photo courtesy of TJ Metcalf's Twitter account)

But neither Alabama nor Auburn saw fit to make Metcalf an offer.

I have a feeling that is going to come back and bite

Softball From page 13

“The World Games 2022 showcases the talents of world-class athletes in 34 different sport disciplines, and the presence of so many Olympians underscores the

SAME-DAY APPOINTMENTS & WALK-INS

Opening From page 13

park at various locations, including downtown Homewood, Legion Field, the Bir-

July 6 - 12, 2022 For spectators who choose to Ride the Line, the shuttle service will drop off passengers at the front door of The World Games Plaza presented

by Regions.

to access the secure perimeter. Additional on-street parking is also available to the north of the stadium beginning at 3rd Avenue North.

The World Games 2022 speed skating track at Powell Steam Plant. (Contributed photo)

mingham CrossPlex and the World Games East Parking, and use the shuttles to get to the BJCC Complex. Shuttles should run every 15-to-20 minutes.

Complete information about The World Games Transit Line can be found online at https://twg2022.com/ ride/

Quick From page 12

ship series to Central-Phenix City.

Quick won the opener in that series, pitching well against a talented hitting

Springville From page 12

Series. I know I remember that feeling like it was yesterday!! Each of these boys has been working their tails off since late February so WE as a community have to do everything in our power to make

Other parking options include: • The Blue Lot at the BJCC, which has approximately 1,800 parking spaces and is located one block east of Protective Stadium.

• Parking south of 7th Avenue/Park Place, which the requires a four-block walk

• 6th Avenue North from 18th Street North to Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard • Other transportation, such as ride-sharing and scooters Fans should also be aware that a clear-bag policy will be in effect, and there is also a list of prohibited items.

team, and earned a shutout despite giving up a single and a double in the top of the seventh inning in a 6-0 victory.

The council congratulated Class of 2022 graduate Quick on his amazing athletic success.

“We look forward to watching him dominate the competition whenever he takes the mound for the University of Alabama and eventually in professional baseball,” the proclamation states.

this trip happen for them.”

The community answered the call.

Dummit sought $5,000 for the trip, and that number was exceeded by $815 as of press time on Tuesday, July 5. The GoFundMe is still live HERE. The coach said he expects

his team to play well. “... they can get down on the baseball field and have a real shot at making some noise,” he said. “These boys represent all that is good with organized sports, represent Springville Tigers Baseball to the highest standard and downright deserve a shot!”

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