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October 9 - 15, 2019 Trussville City Council approves public safety measures including cameras From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council met on Tuesday, Oct. 8 and voted on several measures including the alcohol license for Ferus Artisan Ales and public safety measures.

See TRUSSVILLE COUNCIL, Page 7

POLICE: Woman arrested in Trussville was using stolen IDs to obtain financial aid From The Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — A Bessemer woman is facing charges in Jefferson County and in Trussville, after an incident at Walmart in Trussville on Oct. 1, 2019.

See STOLEN ID, Page 3

Center Point Fire District’s Ana Ruzevic places 2nd in US Firefighter Combat Challenge

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Woman shot at Shell on Edwards Lake Road

FIRST LOOK: Half Shell Oyster House in Trussville

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

TRUSSVILLE — Half Shell Oyster House released an exterior rendering of what the new restaurant in Trussville will look like.

Half Shell Oyster House has signed on to open a location at 218 Main St. That is the current location of Dollar General.

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

IRONDALE — An overnight shooting at the Shell gas station and convenience store on Edwards Lake Road in Irondale left one woman wounded and police are searching for the suspect.

The shooting happened in the parking lot of the business at 1880 Edwards Lake Road, across the road from Lowe’s, just after 12 a.m. on Tuesday. The victim was transported to the hospital to be treated for her injuries.

Detective Michael Mangina, with the Irondale Police Department, said investors plan to speak with the victim at the hospital. He said she is expected to survive.

Mangina said the shooting stemmed from a domestic argument outside the store and that the victim was shot in the stomach and hip.

He said surveillance cameras did not capture the shoot-

See HALF SHELL, Page 10

Ferus Artisan Ales announces opening date

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

ing visually, but they are using audio from the cameras in the investigation.

Mangina said neither the suspect or the victim were working as a clerk at the store at the time of the shooting, as at least one news outlet reported early on in the investigation.

The Trussville Police Department and the Irondale Fire Department assisted at the scene, according to Mangina.

Police are searching for a black male driving a black Cadillac Escalade with the plate number 1DJ4553. The individual police are look-

ing for is Fronzell Glass, 53, of Birmingham. Glass is described as 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighing 230 lbs.

Anyone with information related to Glass or the shooting can contact the Irondale Police Department at 205956-5990 or call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.

Local Boy Scout works on Eagle Scout project to benefit Trussville

TRUSSVILLE — Ferus Artisan Ales announced it will open for business Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019.

For years, owner Coby Lake and his team have been working to open in downtown Trussville’s new Entertainment District.

See FERUS, Page 10

Pinson City Council stresses importance of census participation

By Joshua Huff, sports editor

By Joshua Huff, sports editor

CENTER POINT — Ana Ruzevic placed second in the Co-ed Division with Lance Conroy of the Norfolk Fire Department, Nebraska.

PINSON — The Pinson City Council convened on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019, and discussed several matters including the Alabama Butterbean Festival and the U.S. Census.

See FIRE, Page 9

See PINSON COUNCIL, Page 3

Center Point Fire stations light up in red for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club hosting poker run and 2nd annual BBQ Cook-off

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

said. “We are so proud of him and the other scouts that helped him. The quality of the work they did and the teamwork we saw was absolutely amazing.”

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club is hosting two events in one day to give back to the community. The Smokin’ and Stokin’ Poker run and the Smokin’ and Stokin’ BBQ Cookoff will be on Oct. 12.

See SCOUT, Page 8

See POKER RUN, Page 4

Alex Karmondi with his Eagle Scout project.

CENTER POINT — The Center Point Fire District joined in on the 38th annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend by using red lights on all four of its stations.

See MEMORIAL, Page 3

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — A local Boy Scout is working his way to Eagle Scout status with a big service project that will benefit the city of

Trussville.

Alex Karmondi, 15, of Boy Scout Troop 216, plans to apply for Eagle status. For his recent project, Karmondi built two picnic tables, with attached benches and a wooden garbage can frame.

The items are placed on the mall in Trussville.

Karen Karmondi said she has seen the work and dedication her son has put into becoming an Eagle Scout.

“I could not possibly be more proud of him,” she

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Trussville Mayor to deliver State of the City Address at October Chamber luncheon

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luncheon.

The luncheon will be held at the Trussville Civic Center starting at 11:30 a.m.

The meal will be provided by Trussville Gas & Water. Though there will be no charge to attendees, RESER-

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Trussville Mayor Buddy Choat will give a State of the City Address at the Oct. 17 Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce

Erica Thomas, Managing Editor news@trussvilletribune.com STAFF WRITERS Joshua Huff, Sports Editor Crystal McGough, Copy Editor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS June Mathews Terry Schrimscher Tanna Friday

VATIONS ARE REQUIRED. You can reserve your spot online or by phone at (205) 655-7535. The reservation deadline is Tuesday, October 15, at noon. For more online information, go to www.

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Mandatory 205 area code dialing begins this month

190 Main Street Trussville, AL 35173 (205) 533-8664 Scott Buttram, Publisher publisher@trussvilletribune.com

October 9 - 15, 2019

By The Associated Press

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Starting next week, central Alabama telephone users in the 205 area code must dial those three digits along with the seven-digit telephone number when making a local call.

Beginning Oct. 12, callers who forget to use the new procedure will receive a recorded message instructing them to

hang up and dial again with the area code. Dialers are currently under a transition period that started in April and allowed calls without the area code to complete.

The change is the result of Alabama adding an area code – 659 – to allow for a continuing supply of new numbers.

The addition of 659 will not require customers to change their existing area

codes. It will be assigned to some new telephone numbers and services starting Nov. 12.

Once that happens, users will have to dial the seven-digit number plus 659 to complete their call.

The 205 area code generally covers the western central portion of the state, including such communities as Birmingham, Clanton, Hamilton, Jasper, Pell City and Tuscaloosa. That same area

will also be served by 659.

Calls to 911, 311 or other three-digit numbers will not be affected by the change but some fax machines, life-safety machines that auto dial, call forward settings and security systems may need to upgrade.

Businesses are also advised to check with stationery and advertising materials to ensure the area code is included on those products.

SALES STAFF Ryan Jennings, Director of Advertising & Sales Shari Moore, Account Executive Meredith White, Account Executive Lauren Taylor, Traffic Coordinator Jimmy Bass, Director of Marketing OFFICE MANAGER Jana Mathews

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This week’s Jefferson County restaurant food scores From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

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

These are the scores that were available from the JCDH website on Oct. 5, 2019.

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JOHN CARROLL-BASKETBALL CONC. 300 LAKESHORE PKWY HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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FIRST WATCH RESTAURANTS #336 4741 CHACE CIR HOOVER 35244 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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JOHN CARROLL-FOOTBALL CONC. 300 LAKESHORE PKWY HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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CIRCLE K #2273827 199 MAIN ST TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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HOOTERS OF HOMEWOOD 1278 OAK GROVE RD BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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OLD SMOKEY BBQ – MOBILE 7323 PARKWAY DR LEEDS 35094 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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PIZZA HUT # 1103 3029 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL DR HUEYTOWN 35023 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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MR. CHEN AUTHENTIC CHINESE COOKING 1917 HOOVER COURT HOOVER 35226 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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PUBLIX #1082 SEAFOOD 7272 GADSDEN HWY TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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VESTAVIA COUNTRY CLUB-THOUSE 400 BEAUMONT DR VESTAVIA 35216 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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POP-N-SNACK 3057 ALLISON BONNETT MEMORIAL HUEYTOWN 35023 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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IRA F. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL 1575 PATTON CHAPEL RD HOOVER 35226 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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PANDYS SNO BIZ # 2 8670 HIGHWAY 31 N KIMBERLY 35091 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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PANDYS SNO BIZ # 1 8670 HIGHWAY 31 N KIMBERLY 35091 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

ALABAMA SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS 1800 REV ABRAHAM WOODS JR BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35203 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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WILSONS GROCERY 1200 FIVE MILE RD BIRMINGHAM 35215 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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HAYES K-8 SCHOOL 505 43RD SMT N BIRMINGHAM 35222 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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RISE N SHINE SHELL 6710 HIGHWAY 79 PINSON 35126 Smoke Free: Y Date: 10/01/19

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WINN-DIXIE MARKETPLACE #461 BAKERY 465 MAIN ST TRUSSVILLE 35173 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

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DAYLIGHT DONUTS 1521 PINSON VALLEY PKWY TARRANT 35217 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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CAJUN BISTRO EXPRESS 1515 PEARSON AVE SW BIRMINGHAM 35211 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

15141

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HOOPERSVILLE SENIOR CENTER JCCEO 3901 4TH ST W BIRMINGHAM 35207 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

15569

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GWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1580 PATTON CHAPEL RD HOOVER 35226 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

95

LAKESHORE FOUNDATION DORMITORY 3850 RIDGEWAY DR HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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EATS HIGHLAND 2608 HIGHLAND AVE BIRMINGHAM 35205 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

95

TRUSSVILLE HEALTH & REHAB 119 WATTERSON PKWY TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/27/19

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CALVARY RESURRECTION CHRISTIAN CHURCH 356 KILLOUGH SPRINGS RD BIRMINGHAM 35215 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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CITGO QUICK STOP 3306 WARRIOR RIVER RD HUEYTOWN 35023 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

94

PILOT TRAVEL CENTER #602 224 DANIEL PAYNE DR BIRMINGHAM 35207 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

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SEEDS COFFEE CAFÉ 174 OXMOOR RD HOMEWOOD 35209 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

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MCDONALDS 1195 GREENMOR DR BESSEMER 35022 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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MOES SOUTHWEST GRILL 3670 LORNA RD HOOVER 35216 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

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HARDEES 111 SOUTH CHALKVILLE RD TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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THE ARC OF CENTRAL ALABAMA 6001 CRESTWOOD BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35212 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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HUFFMAN CHEVRON700 OLD SPRINGVILLE RD BIRMINGHAM 35215 Smoke Free: Y Date: 09/30/19

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ON TAP SPORTS CAFÉ 3340 GALLERIA CIR HOOVER 35244 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

21198

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THE GARAGE 2304 10TH TER S BIRMINGHAM 35205 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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JOE MUGGS #216 1624 GADSDEN HWY TRUSSVILLE 35235 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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SAVOIE CATERING KITCHEN 3625 8TH AVE S BIRMINGHAM 35222 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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ENCORE ROUGE – MOBILE 3314 26TH ST N BIRMINGHAM 35207 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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CHAR HOUSE FOODS 2520 4TH AVE S BIRMINGHAM 35233 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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JETS PIZZA 4730 CHACE CIR HOOVER 35244 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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TARRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1269 PORTLAND ST TARRANT 35217 597 608 Date: 09/25/19

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PARKWAY MARATHON 1283 CENTERPOINT PKWY BIRMINGHAM 35215 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

19198

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CHOW TOWN GRILL & BUFFET 1668 MONTGOMERY HWY HOOVER 35216 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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ST JOHN BAPT PRESCHOOL/NURSERY 1101 ALEXANDER ST DOLOMITE 35061 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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ENSLEY SEAFOOD 3100 ENSLEY AVENUE BIRMINGHAM 35208 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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AFC SUSHI @ PUBLIX #165 411 GREEN SPRINGS HWY HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

18315

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THE THREE-EARRED RABBIT 209 MAIN ST TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

25108

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HIGH SPEED MARKET 101 JOHN CARROLL DR BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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RIVERCHASE SPORTS PARK SOCCER 2003 PARKWAY RIVER RD HOOVER 35244 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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WANDA & TERRYS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 820 9TH ST N BESSEMER 35020 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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FOOD GIANT #461- PRODUCE 7580 PARKWAY DR LEEDS 35094 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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SHOP AND SAVE CONVENIENCE STORE 3925 JEFFERSON AVE SW BIRMINGHAM 35221 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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A-1 FOOD MART 2216 24TH ST N BIRMINGHAM 35234 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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GREEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY 3200 OLD COLUMBIANA RD HOOVER 35226 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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ENSLEY SEAFOOD EXPRESS III 2161 CARSON RD BIRMINGHAM 35215 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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LEGACY HEALTH & REHAB OF PLEASANT GROVE 30 7TH ST PLEASANT GROVE 35127 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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DS TAMALES TO GO 258 FOREST RD HUEYTOWN 35023 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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AMERICAN RANCH HOUSE 1600 PINSON VALLEY PKWY TARRANT 35217 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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SUPER ORIENTAL SEAFOOD/MEAT MARKET 243 WEST VALLEY AVE BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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YOE EXPRESS 1919 28TH AVE S HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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LIBERTY PARK ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL 17051 LIBERTY PKWY VESTAVIA 35242 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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A & A QUICK STOP 4356 1ST AVE N BIRMINGHAM 35222 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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TRI-STAR FITNESS 438 DECATUR HWY GARDENDALE 35071 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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PUBLIX #165 PRODUCE 411 GREEN SPRINGS HWY HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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HARRY & BILLIES LOUNGE 1203 9TH AVE N BESSEMER 35020 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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CHARLES A. BROWN ELEMENTARY K-5 4811 COURT J (ENLSEY) BIRMINGHAM 35208 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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TRATTORIA CENTRALE 207 20TH ST N BIRMINGHAM 35203 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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GYROS CAFÉ 5614 CHALKVILLE MT RD BIRMINGHAM 35235 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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FOOD MART GASBOY 9917 PARKWAY E BIRMINGHAM 35215 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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GOOD TO GO 1045 20TH ST S BIRMINGHAM 35205 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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KINGDOM KIDZ EARLY LEARNING CENTER 2314 9TH AVE N BESSEMER 35020 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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GRACE KIDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 5125 SICARD HOLLOW RD VESTAVIA 35242 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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WAFFLE HOUSE #2279 2535 JOHN HAWKINS PKWY HOOVER 35244 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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MAGNOLIA PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5400 HIDDEN WAY LN TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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LEEDS PRIMARY SCHOOL 991 PARK DR LEEDS 35094 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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RACE COURSE MARATHON 1125 GADSDEN HWY BIRMINGHAM 35235 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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MOMOTARO 1011 20TH ST S BIRMINGHAM 35205 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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ALTAMONT SCHOOL 4801 ALTAMONT RD BIRMINGHAM 35222 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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FOUR SEASON 301 COMMONS DR BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

JCCEO – DR. CRAIG POUNCEY CENTER 520 23RD AVE NW CENTER POINT 35215 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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EPHESUS ACADEMY 829 MCMILLAN AVE SW BIRMINGHAM 35211 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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ARBYS #7650 105 RIVER SQUARE PLZ HUEYTOWN 35023 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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PAZZO BIG SLICE PIZZA 1678 MONTGOMERY HWY HOOVER 35216 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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KEN 1 BBQ 4818 PINSON VALLEY PKWY BIRMINGHAM 35126 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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SAMS SUPER SANDWICHES 2812 18TH ST S BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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SONIC AMERICAS DRIVE-IN 313 VALLEY AVE BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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BLUFF PARK ELEMENTARY 569 PARK AVE HOOVER 35226 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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THE CRAFT BURGER 321 20TH ST N BIRMINGHAM 35203 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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BOGUES RESTAURANT 3120 CLAIRMONT AVE BIRMINGHAM 35205 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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PRINCETON ELEMENTARY 1425 2ND AVE W BIRMINGHAM 35208 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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CHICK-FIL-A 215 HOWELL ST FULTONDALE 35068 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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CAHABA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 301 PARKWAY DR TRUSSVILLE 35173 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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URBAN CAFÉ 1200 URBAN CENTER DR BIRMINGHAM 35242 597 608 Date: 09/30/19

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ZAXBYS 282 PALISADES BLVD BIRMINGHAM 35209 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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HEMPHILL SCHOOL 714 12TH ST SW BIRMINGHAM 35211 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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GARDENDALE YOUTH FOOTBALL 5810 BILL NOBLE DR GARDENDALE 35071 597 608 Date: 09/28/19

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WING OUT 14 GREEN SPRINGS HWY HOMEWOOD 35209 597 608 Date: 09/26/19

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T-BONES STEAKS INC. 1017 20TH ST S BIRMINGHAM 35205 597 608 Date: 09/24/19

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Trussville Fire and Rescue battles woods fire off Queenstown Road

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Trussville Fire and Rescue crews were called to a woods fire on Friday, Oct. 4, off Queenstown Road.

Crews worked for over an hour to put out the flames.

The fire was between Roper Road and Cahaba Forest Road.

Fire Chief Tim Shotts said the cause of the fire had not been determined but a tent was found nearby.

Queenstown Road was closed to traffic in the area while firefighters worked.

The Alabama Forestry Commission issued a statewide Fire Alert in September

City of Trussville hiring for dispatcher position

TRUSSVILLE — The city of Trussville has posted its first job opening since separating from the Jefferson County Personnel Board.

The city is looking to fill

the position of Public Safety Dispatcher II, according to Mayor Buddy Choat.

“We took our own job descriptions and posted it and it’s the first one we’ve done without the Jefferson County Personnel Board,” said Choat.

Stolen ID

tification cards. Officers said they interviewed Watters

and they said she admitted to using stolen IDs to enroll people in school, in order to obtain financial aid in their names.

Watters will be transferred to the Jefferson County Jail where she will be held on $45,000 in bond.

This is not Watters’ first run-in with the law. According to jai records, she was released on a $10,000 bond, from the Jefferson County Jail on Sept. 28, after being charged with theft third degree. That arrest was made by the Hoover Police Department.

Like other cities throughout the country, the census is a time to hopefully increase federal funding, which in turn allows cities to invest in more projects, roads and grants.

Sanders urged the community to participate.

“It’s extremely critical for a variety of reasons,” Sanders said. “For one, part of our city funding, in certain areas, is funded based on population.

A broader purpose is Alabama receives federal funding and legislative seats based on our

population. It is absolutely imperative that everyone be counted.”

Sanders expects the Mayor’s Association to start pushing out some press regarding the census sometime soon.

Other matters: • Turn Pinson Pink will be on October 17 (councilwoman Shannon Gilmore broached the notion of extending the event to more than one day around the city).

• Wreaths Across America will be on December 21.

From front page

because of drought conditions.

The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor report shows extreme drought conditions in parts of Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina and the Florida

panhandle. Lesser drought conditions also have expanded in parts of Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Overall, nearly 20 percent of the lower 48 U.S. states is experiencing drought conditions.

Memorial From front page

The purpose of the memorial weekend is to honor and remember America’s fallen fire heroes and to provide resources to their families. The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation also works yearround to prevent firefighter deaths and reduce injuries by working with fire service communities.

The Center Point Fire District is also sharing information on its Facebook page about the importance of fire safety during Fire Prevention Month. Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6 – Oct. 12. The goal is to raise awareness and prevent fires.

Pinson Council From front page

The upcoming Veterans Day Luncheon set for Monday, Nov. 11, will again welcome the services of the one and only Kool Kats Band.

“Everybody likes the Kool Kats,” councilwoman Joy McCain said. “Olive Garden is going to be doing their thing like they did with the firemen, too.”

On Mayor Hoyt Sander’s mind is the upcoming census.

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Tracee Watters, 47, was arrested and is now facing charges of trafficking in stolen identities, in Jefferson County and theft of property fourth degree and possession of drug paraphernalia, in Trussville.

Detective Ben Short with the Trussville Police Department said officers were called to Walmart on a shoplifting call. When the officers met with the suspect, Short said Watters was in possession of multiple iden-

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The job posting calls for someone interested in a “vibrant and energized group of highly trained professionals.”

If you’re interested in applying for the job, email hr-applicant@trussville.org.

Experience is preferred.

Tracee Watters. Photo: Jefferson County Jail.

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The lifetime risk of breast cancer has tripled in the United States over the past 50 years.

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Poker Run From front page

Trussville Fall Carnival From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

Fundraising Chairperson for the Rotary Club, Jamie Overton, said these events are very special to the club. “In Rotary, we are all about service above self and we do a lot for the community that a lot of people don’t know about,� said Overton.

The Poker Run will begin at Riders Harley Davidson on Norrell Drive. Registration is at 9 a.m. and kickstands up is at 10:30 a.m. The ride is $20 per bike and $10 per passenger. Money raised will go to support Lt. Jerry Presley, a Tarrant firefighter who was injured in the line of duty. “We do our best to support our first responders and our residents, and Lt. Presley does live here in Trussville, so we wanted to do our best to show support for his family,� said Overton.

The group ride will go past the Tarrant Fire Department and will make stops at The Trussville Cigar Company, Van’s Bar, Sheepdog Firearms and other locations. The last stop will be at the 2nd Annual Smokin’ and

Stokin’ BBQ Cookoff at the Trussville Civic Center. The cost of the barbecue cookoff is included in the price for the poker run.

The barbecue cookoff event will run from noon until 5 p.m.

The event is a Kansas City Barbecue Society and an Alabama Barbecue Association event.

Around 40 teams will compete for the best ribs, pork and chicken to move into the leader boards.

There will be plenty to do for the whole family, according to Overton. “You can sample barbecue from the individual teams, there will be a cornhole competition, food trucks, beer, OutShine, which is Birmingham’s number one party band,� said Overton. “There will also be a kids area so everyone can just hang out and have a good time.�

Of course, money raised from the event will go right back into the community. “The purpose of the cookoff is a fundraiser for the Rotary Club to help fund the projects that we do in the community and the world,� said Overton.

There will also be a Boston Butt sale. You can pre-order or buy the day of the event for $35.

The Trussville Daybreak Rotary Club will also have a bucket drop where people can buy tickets for a drawing for several items. If you like an item, drop a ticket in the bucket for a chance to win it. Money from the bucket

drop will go to Lt. Jerry Presley and his family.

The Rotary Club is asking local businesses to donate items for the bucket drop. “We would like this to be a flagship event, so we would really like for local businesses to get involved,� said Overton. “The city has so much to offer and we want a way to bring people into the city that normally wouldn’t come here and we thought this was a great way to do it.�

To join in on the event, the cost is $10 for anyone 13 years of age and up. For ages 4 to 12, the cost is $5 and ages 3 and under get in free.

Security will be provided by the Trussville Police Department and the Gunfighters (Law Enforcement) MC Birmingham Chapter.

For more information on these events and the Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club, visit the group’s Facebook page.

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Fall Carnival will be held next to the Holy Cross Episcopal Church (90 Parkway Drive, Trussville), Oct. 17 – Oct. 20.

There will be fun for the whole family, carnival rides, games and food available for purchase.

Single-ride tickets will be sold and “rideall-you-can� wristbands will cost $15.

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No alcohol at Parish Seafood & Oyster House in Trussville until further notice

By Erica Thomas, managing editor

TRUSSVILLE — Patrons of Parish Seafood & Oyster House are unable to purchase alcohol at the restaurant, until further notice.

Owner Matthew Norman said the Alabama Beverage Control Board pulled his alcohol license “in protest” after he failed to pay his renewal fee. Norman said he was planning to close the restaurant for about three weeks to make renovations to the kitchen area, but when his plans were put on hold, the renewal had already lapsed.

“We are working to remedy this but it’s going to take a minute,” said Norman. “The same thing happened last year but that was an oversight.

This year, it was really bad timing.”

Norman said he is waiting for the construction of his new location in Helena to be complete before he begins the kitchen renovations in Trussville. His plan was to move his Trussville staff to Helena for the three-week renovation project, but that plan was axed after he was able to hire a full staff in Helena.

Norman said a drop in sales was anticipated. The restaurant will stay open until the Trussville renovations are made.

“It’s going to drop my sales by 40%. Our alcohol sales are only about 23% but then you get the number of people that’s just through as-

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A sign in front of Parish Seafood & Oyster House in Trussville reads, “Attention: No Beer/Liquor sales until further notice! Sorry for the trouble & thank you! – Management”

sociation,” said Norman.

The ABC Board was not immediately available for comment.

When it’s time for the kitchen renovations in Trussville, Norman said the restaurant will only be closed for about a week.

Just last week, another oyster-focused restaurant, Half Shell Oyster House, announced it will open for business in Trussville in 2020.

Norman said he is looking forward to the competition.

“Right now, if you Google ‘best seafood or best oysters Birmingham’ you will see Parish Oyster House is still pulling up on the top and that’s nothing I paid for,” said Norman.

SHOPLIFTING REVIEW: Three charged with shoplifting in Trussville over the past week

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Police Department posted its weekly shoplifting review, featuring three arrests

from Sept. 30 – Oct. 7, 2019.

Adam Nelson, of Gurley, Jaylesa Savage, of Bessemer, and Tracee Watters, of Irondale, are facing shoplifting charges.

The Trussville Police Department

warns anyone coming into Trussville to steal could end up on social media.

“Don’t do it, it’s NOT worth it!” the department posted on its Facebook page.

These suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

Jefferson County woman accused of failed murder plot in Illinois From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

GENESEO, Ill. — An Alabama woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in what authorities say was a failed plot to kill two people in Illinois. Her bond was set at $500,000.

News outlets report Shannon J. Jones, of Jefferson County, was arrested this week and also charged with conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. The deputy chief of Geneseo, Illinois, police released a statement Monday saying the charges stem from an attempted

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poisoning and attempted bludgeoning.

Deputy Chief Gene Karzin says Jones and the person she was conspiring with drugged a drink that was consumed by someone Friday.

That person got sick but suffered no lasting effects. The statement says Jones and her co-conspirator then attempted to bludgeon to death another person at an area home.

Jones and the second suspect allegedly planned the murders over the last several weeks, Karzin said.

Authorities didn’t immediately name the co-conspirator. Police say more arrests are expected.

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H EWITT -T RUSSVILLE H OMECOMING Hewitt-Trussville High School 2019 Homecoming Court Congratulations to 2019 Homecoming Queen Lacey Walker and 2019 Homecoming King Nasir Jordan!

Senior Homecoming Court Ellie Kate Jones Makayla Smith Lacey Walker Hannah Katherine Adams Emma Jennings Blair Dickson Aum Patel Jack Self Nasir Jordan Max Pate

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Junior Homecoming Court Lizzy Freeman Sydney White Anna Kizer Grace Gardner

Sophomore Homecoming Court Kendall Ellis Deonna Dorsett Sara Tandy Christopher D’yona Jones

Nic Coffey Bobby Stanberry Sam Lovin

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Stuart Dickson Freshman Homecoming Court Kimi Callen Alayna Hall Brianna Beckham Ashton Gay Hunter Osborne John Birdwell D.J. Carter Sam Simmons

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Springville Council addresses city sports fields, meets Miss Springville

By Terry Schrimscher

SPRINGVILLE — The Springville City Council held its first regularly scheduled meeting of the month on Monday night. In the pre-meeting work session, the council removed two items from the regular agenda.

The first item removed was a $16,100 sewer flow study which will be addressed at a later meeting.

The work is a continuation of an earlier engineering study.

The second agenda item that was moved to a later date related to city leases of soccer fields from Springville First Baptist.

The city is in the 4th year of a five-year lease with the church. The council agreed more time is needed to determine how the property can best meet the needs of the community.

Trussville Council From front page

The council approved three public safety measures presented by Trussville Police Chief Eric Rush and Trussville Fire and Rescue Chief Tim Shotts.

Shotts said Glance technology will ensure emergency vehicles would be able to respond to scenes quicker.

Modules would be installed near traffic lights and would communicate with modules inside emergency vehicles, in order to preempt signals.

Lights would also be controlled and synchronized by the city in order to keep traffic flow smooth.

Shotts said drivers can also download an app called

Miss Springville, Katie Cone, opened the regular session by addressing the council. Cone is a senior at Springville High School.

She invited everyone to attend the Springville High School game on October 18 against Mortimer Jordan.

“We are dedicating the game on the 18th to Mr. Winslett,” said Cone. “I want to thank everyone who bought shirts in support of our fundraiser and I want to encourage all of you to come join us.” Virgil Winslett is the long-term principal of Springville High School.

The council also approved an open-air permit application for an outdoor fundraiser to benefit Principal Winslett.

The council approved Ordinance 2019-22 which establishes new regulations for building and construction permits and fees.

“It’s a simplification of our permit fee schedule,” said city building inspector Asa Sargent. “It’s worked well in other cities and it helps us with our new software.” The new fee structure will be calculated on the cost of job. The ordinance also raises the fine for work without a permit.

While discussing the updated regulations, members of the council addressed the need for future amendments to the ordinance. One proposal will establish a start time for outdoor work to cut down on noise prior to normal working hours.

Another proposal, by council member Wayne Tucker, asked for the council to consider restricting outdoor work near churches during regular worship hours. Both proposals are expected to be addressed at the next council meeting.

Library director Jamie Twente announced a new Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant in the amount of $20,000. The city has received smaller LSTA grants in the past.

LSTA grants are state grants provided by the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. (IMLS).

In other business, the council approved: $749.64 for the purchase of a new computer for Parks & Recreation. $794.95 for Cybrarian software licensing for the library. $2185 for book systems software for the library.

The Springville council meets on the first and third Monday of each month.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21 at 6 p.m.

Travel Safely, which would send traffic information.

“The whole project is to make things safer for the whole community,” said Shotts. “It makes things safer for our responders and improves traffic flow and it’s better for pedestrians.”

Rush’s proposal would add traffic monitoring cameras along Highway 11.

“These cameras will be primarily focused on the intersections from Main Street to 459 because that’s where we have the highest traffic volume and the most congestion,” said Rush.

The cameras will work in conjunction with the Glance system. The city would be able to remotely control traffic signals.

Rush also wants the city to take part in Flock Safety, a system that is already being demoed. The system of license plate reader cameras would capture snapshots of vehicles, not video, and would alert authorities to stolen tags, stolen vehicles, and to tags registered to a person with a warrant.

“If you go by it, you’re going to be in a database for 30 days, and if you’re not committing crimes, there is no need for your information to be looked up,” Rush said. “We don’t use it to track or monitor law-abiding citizens.”

The police department would also have the ability to enter a “hot list” to be alerted when specific vehi-

cles enter the city.

Neighborhoods could purchase cameras to be patched into the system and law enforcement would monitor traffic coming into those neighborhoods.

The location of the cameras has not been determined. The total cost for the public safety measures proposed would cost $85,000 a year.

OTHER BUSINESS In other business, the council voted unanimously to approve the license for the new brewery, in the heart of downtown Trussville. Ferus plans to open for business on Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. Owner Coby Lake told the council Ferus works

with the ABC Board to ensure his employees sell alcohol responsibly.

The alcohol license for the Chevron in Plaza Downs off Highway 11 was also approved by the council.

During a public hearing, several residents who live near Cahaba Elementary School came forward with concerns about speeding in their neighborhood. Councilman Alan Taylor said the Public Safety Committee will discuss the issues at its next meeting in November.

Judge Martha Cook also spoke during the public hearing session of the council meeting. Cook was appointed as District Court Judge by Gov. Kay Ivey after Judge John Amari’s re-

tired. Cook said she hopes to continue and win a full six-year term in the next election.

A resolution to pass a 2% cost of living raise to all employees was approved unanimously.

The city of Trussville will celebrate Arbor Week during the last full week of February.

Councilman Zack Steele was elected as Council President for the next year.

Councilman Alan Taylor was elected Council Protem. The change will take place in the first council meeting in November.

Councilman Brian Plant publicly thanked Council President Jef Freeman for his work over the past year.

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Center Point resident GOOD NEWS: Marco’s Pizza in Trussville delivers receives medical scholarship free pizza to fire department from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

TRUSSVILLE — Marco’s Pizza in Trussville served up a big surprise to local firefighters Friday.

After learning Station 1, on Main Street, had been to non-stop calls all day Friday, Marco’s owner Darryl McDaniel brought five free pizzas to feed the crew.

“I love being involved in the community and helping out,” said McDaniel. “I love giving back to those who put their lives on the line for our safety every day.”

The fire station was so busy Friday, that when McDaniel went to deliver the pizzas, they were out on a call. They returned to the station minutes later and were able to enjoy the hot meal.

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

Trussville firefighter Jesse Clifton with Marco’s Pizza owner Darryl McDaniel.

McDaniel didn’t hesitate to make the delivery, even on one of Marco’s busiest nights of the week.

Capt. Hank Moore, with Trussville Fire and Rescue, was happy to see the pizza when he came in from a call on Friday evening.

“It’s nice to know that on

days like today when we’re really busy we’ve got the community support,” said Moore.

Fire Chief Tim Shotts said he is also thankful for that support.

“They’ve been busy,” he said. “That’s what they do.

We appreciate this.”

CENTER POINT — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama presented a Center Point resident with a scholarship to the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) in Auburn, Ala. Harvey Browning is one of eight VCOM medical students selected to receive the scholarship.

As a condition of the scholarship, Browning agreed to practice as a primary care doctor or as a behavioral health physician in underserved areas of Alabama.

“Congratulations to each of these outstanding medical

Harvey Browning

students who were selected for this scholarship,” said Tim Vines, President and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. “I applaud each of them for wanting to make a positive impact in Alabama by providing the quality

healthcare needed in many of the underserved areas of our state.”

The majority of Alabama’s counties do not have enough primary care and behavioral health physicians. To help meet this need, Blue Cross is investing in the future of its Primary Care Physician Network by making available $3.2 million in scholarships, over a six-year period, to VCOM. Following their residency, the students who benefit from this program will practice for a minimum of three years in one of Alabama’s medically underserved counties, or a city with fewer than 50,000 residents.

Hewitt-Trussville Middle Schooler featured in bicentennial video

Scout

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Alex Karmondi’s father, Kimball Karmondi, serves as assistant scoutmaster for Troop 216.

“I’m ecstatic for him to take on a project, build it, create it and make it come together from start to finish,” he said. “He may ask questions but basically he did all of it.”

Kimble Karmondi said his son also exhibited leadership skills during the project.

Alex Karmondi plans to begin the application process to earn Eagle status.

Lowe’s donated all the materials needed for the project.

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

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BIRMINGHAM — A Hewitt-Trussville Middle School student is featured in Jefferson County’s bicentennial celebration video.

Sittre Paige Jones, an eighth grader, sat down with Commissioner Joe Knight for the video campaign. Jones interviewed Knight about dif-

ferent aspects of the county and how it is poised for future innovation.

Other students from

around the Birmingham-metro were also featured with other commissioners.

A 30-second version of the video will air on local TV stations and a longer form of the video will be hosted on the County’s website and social media channels. The video was concepted and produced

by BIG Communications and shot locally by Leo Ticheleli Productions.

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Fire

From front page

Photo courtesy of Chief Gene Coleman

In addition, Ruzevic and her female relay team of Sarah Frazie, of Sasol ERT; Melissa Forte, of Martin County, Florida; Irena Elkstrom of Boca Raton, Florida; and Brittany Hoffman, of Wheeling, West Virginia, took home first place.

FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA — Center Point Fire District firefighter/paramedic Ana Ruzevic placed second in the Firefighter Combat Challenge U.S. Nationals Female Individual this weekend at the 3M Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge U.S. Nationals in Fort Pierce, Florida.

Ruzevic, who became the first female firefighter in Vestavia Hills Fire Department history in 2018, bested her personal best by two seconds in the three-day competition.

The 3M Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge U.S. Nationals event brings in firefighters from more than 45 cities across the country to compete in events where they wear full bunker gear along with a breathing apparatus. Pairs of competitors race head-to-head as they simulate the physical demands of real-life firefighting by performing a linked series of five tasks including climbing the 5-story tower, hoisting, chopping, drag-

ging hoses and rescuing a life-sized, 175 lb. “victim� as they race against themselves, their opponent and the clock.

An estimated 150 women and men earned the right to compete in the event after qualifying from 14 different regional sites across the country.

Ruzevic is the 2019 GNC National champion. She leads the field by 25 points over Wheeling Fire Department’s Hoffman.

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FINANCE & BUSINESS Half Shell From front page

Which will be moving into the 400 block of Main Street after the construction of a new building is complete.

Operations Manager for Half Shell Oyster House, Dino Mirando, said he expects the restaurant to open in the first quarter of 2020.

“We’re looking forward to getting it open and we think Trussville is a great place,” said Mirando.

On Monday, Sept. 30, Mirando estimated construction would start in 60-90 days. He said that is only a guess because the holidays may mean the permitting and construction process could take longer. The design of the building will go through a process with the Trussville Design Review Committee.

According to its website, Half Shell Oyster House has eleven other locations. It is based out of Mississippi and offers charbroiled oysters, New Orleans style shrimp, burgers

and sandwiches, along with other choices. Seafood specialties include classic Shrimp and Grits and hearty Seafood Pot Pie. The website promises, “whatever you choose, it’ll be served with warm Southern hospitality in a unique atmosphere that complements the food.”

There are also Half Shell Oyster House locations in Tuscaloosa, Mobile and Spanish Fort. Another location in Lakeview will be built after the Trussville restaurant is complete.

Ferus

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“I’ve been working on this for over three years now, so it’s been a long time coming,” said Lake. “We’ve all put in a lot of work to get to where we are today.”

Ferus has already been making beer and sending it to the distributor, International Wines and Craft Beer, to be distributed across Alabama.

The core lineup of beers will be kept simple in the name game. There will be Ferus Pilsner, IPA and Hoppy Blonde. When it comes to trying different things, there will always be something new at Ferus.

“Everybody’s pallet is different, so we brew a huge variety to hopefully appease all the palates out there,” said Lake. “We have really dark beers and we have a pilsner.”

And Ferus plans to get crafty to avoid a stalemate.

“We’ll have the one-offs, which are beers that we will do one time and that’s it,” said Lake.

For those non-beer drinkers, there will be wine, cocktails, mocktails and a full bar to choose from at Ferus.

Also, for a bite to eat, The Eatery at Ferus will offer traditional bar food with a prac-

From left: Marketing and Catering Manager Raquel Duplin, Bar Manager and Event Coordinator Sarah Thurmond, Chief Financial Godfather Alan Alford, Head Chef Ashley Bolton and owner Coby Lake.

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“It’s nice to have the infrastructure to expand,” said Lake.

square feet facility allows the brewery to make and store a large selection of beer.

On tap at Ferus, guests will be able to purchase 6 oz., 12 oz. and 16 oz. drafts.

Hours of operation will be Monday- Thursday, 11 a.m.

– 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

If any business is interested in carrying Ferus Artisan Ales on draft, they are asked to email Gaines Turpin at gaines@ferusales.com.

Progress is being made in Trussville’s downtown Entertainment District. For updates, check the Trussville Entertainment District Facebook page.

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CALENDAR Oct. 9 Teen Gaming Club – Trussville Public Library 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm The Teen Gaming Program is a great place for anyone that enjoys games. We will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

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Oct. 10 Fire Prevention Afternoon 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Pinson Public Library Free

(All ages) Celebrate Fire Prevention Week 2019 with us & our friends at Center Point Fire District! Learn about how to keep you & your family safe.

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Oct. 10 Alabama String Art 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Pinson Public Library $5.00

(Adults) Celebrate Alabama’s Bicentennial with art! Show off your love of our state with your own Alabama String Art. Crafter extraordinaire, Virginia, will guide us through the craft. Tickets are required to attend & there is a $5 materials fee. The materials fee helps us purchase all of the supplies needed for the craft.

This event is for adults only.

Oct. 11 Storytime for Growin’ Beans with Ms. Allison 10:00 am - 11:00 am Pinson Public Library Free

This week, we will be learning about the letter F! Join us for stories, songs, activities & more! Storytime is designed for children under the age of five, but all ages are welcome to attend.

Oct. 11 M&M’s Mania 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Pinson Public Library Free

(All ages) Celebrate National M&M’s Day a little early with us!

Taste a variety of different fla-

If you are a beginner wanting to learn how to knit or crochet, call the library at 6552022.

Oct. 15 Spooky Paint-along 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Pinson Public Library Free

(Teens) Let’s get spooky… with paint!

Paint-along with crafter extraordinaire, Virginia, to create a spooky scene! 6th-12th graders only.

Oct. 15 S.T.E.A.M. Club – Trussville Public Library 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Come join us for a handson-science program that is led by Jan the Science Lady!

The event is open to ages 11 to 18 but it best suited for grades 6th to 9th. Sign up for the event is not required.

If you have any questions please contact Jacob at the Trussville Public Library at (205) 655-2022.

Oct. 16 Historic Birmingham Mineral Railroad Presentation – Pinson Public Library 10:00 am - 11:30 pm Free

A Benefit poker run for motorcycles (ALL BIKES WELCOME) that will benefit local first responders.

Oct. 12 2nd Annual Smokin’ & Stokin’ Backyard BBQ Competition 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Trussville Civic Center $10.00

(Adults) People drive, walk, and bicycle every day in areas where the historic Birmingham Mineral Railroad (BMRR) ran throughout the Birmingham and surrounding areas without ever being aware that the BMRR was located in those places. Birmingham’s iron history is an important part of its overall history, and the BMRR was a significant part of that iron history. Project Coordinator, James Lowery, will present the history of the program & speak about the progress of the marker program.

Oct. 17 Lunch with the Doc Series St. Vincent’s Trussville 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

A Kansas City Barbecue Association and Alabama Barbecue Association sanctioned BBQ Competition with lots of food, family fun and great entertainment!

Oct. 12 The Lies that Tell the Truth: Writing Workshop 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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Oct. 11 Dinner Theater – Clue: On Stage 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm Trussville Public Library $25

Trussville’s ACTA Theater will present a special performance of “Clue: On Stage” in the Trussville Library Auditorium. Based on the cult classic film and the popular board game, Clue is a madcap comedy murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the final twist. Dinner (catered by Tazikis) will begin at 6:00, with the play starting at 7:00.

Tickets ($25) are available online and in-person only.

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Oct. 17 Homeschool Hangout: Alabama Inventors 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pinson Public Library Free

Join us for a community gathering of homeschool students on Thursday, October 17th at 1 PM. This month’s theme is Alabama Inventors! To celebrate Alabama’s Bicentennial, we’ll learn about some of the famous inventors from Alabama! Ms. Jan (The Science Lady) from Dynamic Education Adventures will entertain & educate us!

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Oct. 17 Ebru Marbling Class (scarf making)

Join us at the Trussville Public Library as instructor Virginia Brasher gives us an Ebru Marbling scarf instruction class. You will leave the class with a beautiful silk scarf! A $5 material fee is required for this class. If you have any questions, please call the Adult Department at 205655-2022.

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Instructor, Chris Mahan, will once again be your guide during this writing workshop.

The class will focus on writing a couple of different types of fiction such as flash fiction, and short stories. It will also explore a couple of types of creative non-fiction like the personal essays, and family history stories. The workshop will be held weekly on Saturdays from 11 AM to 2:30 PM in the Board Room. Ages 16 & up are welcome to attend.

Oct. 16 Monday Night Knit & Crochet 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Trussville Public Library Monday night knit & crochet group (aka “The Yarn Manglers”)! Join us for fellowship and creativity. All levels of experience are welcome.

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DeMarco: Mobile receives good Body believed to be that of Kelsey Starling located in Smith Lake news from Washington D.C., is Huntsville next in line?

From The Trussville Tribune staff reports

By Paul DeMarco

Alabama has received some good news recently from Washington D.C. and is waiting for another positive announcement that may come before the end of the year. First, in the past month, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers gave approval for the Alabama State Port Authority to deepen Mobile Bay and the river channels to accommodate larger ships to deliver goods to the state terminals.

Modernizing Mobile Harbor will allow even

more goods and products to be shipped to and from the port in the future when the project is complete.

The construction on the harbor will begin in late 2020 and once completed will increase the $22.4 billion economic impact to the state.

Now the state is waiting on news whether the Pentagon will select Huntsville as the home of the new Space Command, which would be charged with protecting the United States interests and technology in space.

Selecting Huntsville as the new headquarters for

the sixth branch of the military will be another feather in the hat for the state. With NASA, the Army’s Redstone Arsenal and so many defense contractors already based in the ‘rocket city� this would be a natural fit.

There are six possible locations across the Nation being considered for the headquarters for the US Space Command.

So let’s hope for more good news for the state of Alabama from the Nation’s capital.

Paul DeMarco is a former member of the Alabama Representatives.

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WINSTON COUNTY, Ala. — Authorities have located the body of an elementary school teacher who disappeared after a boat crash, on Smith Lake, on July 4.

Kelsey Nicole Starling, 26, was a passenger on a 2012 Mastercraft boat that was involved in a two-vessel crash in the Rock Creek area of the lake. Five people were injured in the collision between two boats.

ALEA and several other agencies worked tirelessly for nearly two months searching for Starling. The search was hindered due to the extreme depth of the water and dense underwater timbers. The search resumed on Thursday, Oct. 3, according to ALEA Marine Patrol Division Sgt. Chad Pate. The body was recovered on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Pate said the Houston County Rescue Squad located the body in approximately 140 feet of water.

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tion to the deadly crash. The operator of the Mastercraft, 23-year-old William Jackson Fite of Decatur, was charged with Boating Under the Influence, according to ALEA. Nick and Jodi Suggs are charged with criminally negligent homicide in connection to the death of Starling.

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A prominent member of the Alabama Senate, Ward is chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. He is best known for spearheading prison and criminal justice reform efforts and advocating for the autism community. “My judicial philosophy will be easy to understand.

As a judge, my role will be to interpret the law exactly as it is written, not to write new

ones,� Ward said in a statement.

He is a graduate of Troy University and the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University. Ward was first elected to Alabama Legislature in 2002, serving first in the House of Representatives and later the Alabama Senate.

Ward was arrested for driving under the influence in

2015 but completed a pretrial diversion program for firsttime offenders so the offense is not on his record. After his arrest, Ward issued a public apology and said he had been using alcohol as a “crutch.�

The primary is March 3.

A telephone message left at Shaw’s campaign committee was not immediately returned.

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City of Center Point welcomes 2019 Miss Alabama, Tiara Pennington

By Joshua Huff, sports editor

CENTER POINT — The Center Point City Hall hosted the 2019 Miss Alabama winner, Tiara Pennington, on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, for a luncheon where in which the Helena native highlighted her rise to the top of the state pageant circuit and discussed her volunteer work with the National Psoriasis Foundation along with the creation of her own foundation, Psoriasis Take Action Alabama.

Pennington has taken her fight as far as Washington, D.C., where she has lobbied for more awareness and a

search for a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, which her mother and uncle suffer from. Of note, Pennington’s mother also competed for the Miss Alabama title in the 1980s. She held three local preliminary titles: Miss Dixie 1986, Miss Music Hall of Fame 1987, and Miss Leeds Area 1988.

Currently, Pennington is a political science major at the University of Alabama with a plan to attend law school.

She is the first black woman to be named Miss University of Alabama. She’s the second black woman to be named Miss Alabama, following Ka-

lyn Chapman James, who took the crown of Miss Alabama in 1993.

She also claimed the title of Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen, which she won in 2016.

In her time at Alabama, Pennington has became a member of the Phi Mu Sorority and has earned her place on the President’s List, the Dean’s List and the International Dean’s List. She is also a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, Phi Sigma Pi and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars academic achievement organizations.

In addition, Pennington

has earned Duke of Edinburgh Gold and Silver Medals and has received proclamations from Alabama Governors Kay Ivey and Dr. Robert Bentley.

She has completed extensive volunteer work with the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) and has received the NPF Leadership Award.

She founded Psoriasis Take Action Alabama with the idea that no one should be ashamed of psoriasis, which is an immune-mediated disease that causes raised, red, scaly patches to appear on the skin.

Psoriasis typically affects the outside of the elbows, knees or scalp, though it can appear

on any location.

During the luncheon, Pennington discussed her experiences with children who suffer from psoriasis. The children only wear long-sleeved shirts because they are ashamed to be caught out in public with patches on their skin. She emphasized that the issue is a disease and not something that could be solved by going to your nearest drug store.

Along with her initiative, Pennignton has raised money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and organized the City of Helena Toy Drive for Children’s of Alabama and the Shred-It Toy Drive.

Photo courtesy of Center Point City Hall.

Fire chief presents Clay Council with CPFD 50th Anniversary book, new fire truck to be unveiled at CCHS football game Friday night

By Crystal McGough, copy editor

CLAY – Center Point Fire Chief Gene Coleman presented Mayor Charles Webster and the Clay City Council with a copy of the fire district’s 50th Anniversary book during the regular council meeting Tuesday night, Oct. 8., 2019.

The fire district celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018 and the book commemorates those 50 years in photographs. Coleman also provided a second copy of the book for the Clay Public Library.

“Y’all remember about a year ago we talked about the 50 year anniversary of the Center Point Fire District; there was a yearbook published that we finally received,” Coleman said.

“We’d like to present that to the city of Clay, one for the administration here and then one for your library.”

CPFD Chief Gene Coleman (R) presents 50th Anniversary book to Mayor Charles Webster (L)

Coleman also reminded the council that this week is Fire Prevention Week.

“With that, I have to say please make sure you have a working smoke detector, please make sure you have an exit plan in your home,”

Coleman said. “Do the right things because every day is fire prevention day.”

As always, Chief Coleman reminded the council and those in attendance to “keep a beep where you sleep, close the door where you snore,

911 is our number and we still make house calls.”

During the pre-council session, CPFD Logistics Director Chris Horn announced that the fire district’s brand new pumper fire truck, which will be stationed at Fire Station 4 in Clay, will be unveiled at the Clay-Chalkville High School football game on Friday night, Oct. 11, 2019.

The unveiling will happen during halftime in the end zone closest to the concession stand.

“I’d love for all of y’all to be there,” Horn said. “We’re going to do that at halftime because that’s Senior Night.

We can’t interrupt Senior Night.”

In city business, the council unanimously passed Resolution 2019-21, declaring weeds a public nuisance at the following addresses: 2633 Chestnut Way, 5290 Baggett Drive and 6892 Pannell Road.

City Manager Ronnie Dixon informed the council that the Pinson mayor and city council discussed during its last council meeting that they were interested in the Clay-Pinson Chamber of Commerce, once again, making pink bows available for businesses in the cities of Clay and Pinson to purchase and display during the month of October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

“We’ll have those available starting next Monday,” Dixon said. “They will be $10, and between Clay and Pinson, we’d like to see all the businesses put those bows on their doors.”

Councilor Dennis Locke announced the $500 School Grant winners for the month of September: Clay Elementary School – Rebekah Ferguson, a third grade teacher, plans to purchase two Chromebooks for

use in her classroom.

CCMS – Angie McGowan, a special education, inclusion and resources teacher, plans to purchase a standing desk for two and an iPad for her classroom.

CCHS – Julie Crouch, a self-contained special education teacher, plans to purchase items necessary to set up a sensory corner in her classroom, including beanbags, puzzles, blocks and other items.

Locke also announced that ClayFest will be Nov. 2, 2019, from 5-7 p.m. Additionally, Dixon said that the city’s fall decorations this year have been delayed and may be limited due to the drought.

The next Clay City Council meeting will be held at Clay City Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019. Pre-council begins at 6 p.m. and the regular council meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.

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MARCH 2, 1924 ~ OCTOBER 6, 2019 (AGE 95) Jimima “Cricket” Douglass Finch Mosakowski, age 95, reached the peaceful arms of our God on October 6, 2019 in Pinson, Alabama. Jimima was born on March 2, 1924 in Vernon, Alabama.

Jimima and Leon Mosakowski were married on June 2, 1945 in Anniston, Alabama.

Jimima re red from EMC Insurance, having worked as a file clerk for twenty-one years.

Jimima loved her Lord and her churches. She was a member of Ridgecrest Bap st Church where she enjoyed the Sunshine Club. Prior to joining Ridgecrest, for over 50 years she was a member of Ruhama Bap st Church, with several of her Sunday School class members becoming lifelong friends. Jimima worshipped at Fellowship Bap st Church and was bap zed in Yellow Creek.

FEBRUARY 16, 1942 ~ OCTOBER 4, 2019 (AGE 77) Julia “Belle” Banks, 77, of Argo, AL, went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2019. Belle was the youngest daughter of 11 siblings.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie W. Layfield and Clara M. Layfield; her husband, Charles M. Banks; son, Charles H. Banks, grandson, Charles A. Banks; and granddaughter, Brandy L. Banks. She is survived by her grandson, Jason (Heather) Banks; her brother, Don (Carolyn) Layfield; and several great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Jimima was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Daisy (Taylor) Finch, her husband of 48 years Leon Mosakowski, her sisters and brothers–in-law Vivian and Rex Franks and Charlene and Raymond Woods, brother-in-law Johnnie Franks and several nephews.

Online condolences may be expressed at jmgardens.com.

Survivors include son and daughter-in-law Dale and Debbie Mosakowski, daughter and son-in-law Mary and John Draemer, grandchildren Shannon Blackwell (Daniel), Jason Mosakowski (Jane), Crystal Chabannes (Clayton) and Danielle Vercher (Heath), great-grandchildren Jeffrey Hall, Adalyn Chabannes and Declan Chabannes, sister Karen “Marzell” Franks and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Jimima deeply loved her family and friends. We are grateful for the wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend she was. Her precious memory will always be a blessing.

During her life, many special people blessed Jimima with acts of love, friendship, kindness and caring. Thanks, love and hugs to each of you.

Marie McGinnis SEPTEMBER 6, 1931 ~ OCTOBER 5, 2019 (AGE 88) On Saturday, October 5 th , Marie McGinnis moved to her heavenly home. Awai ng her with open arms were her beloved husband, Bill, and their first-born son, Tommy. She was also preceded in death by her brother, James Earl Higginbotham, and her son-in-law, Doug Mewbourne. She is survived by her brother T.E. “Sneed” Higginbotham, daughter, Deb Mewbourne, son, Bill (Teresa) McGinnis, grandchildren, Jami (Jody) Po er, Tracey (Chris) Nunnally, Jan (Wayne) Smith, Craig (Robin) Mewbourne, Jennifer (Luke) Lang, and nine incredible great-grandchildren, Faith Potter, Joe Po er, Tait Nunnally, Noelle Po er, Ella Nunnally, Wales Smith, Camp Smith, Mac Nunnally and Anna Mewbourne, ranging in age from eighteen to two. Known as Aunt Ree by her nieces and nephews, Marie was sweet and funny. She was always up for a game of cards with friends and her grandchildren. She was an avid reader, an amazing gardener and a wonderful cook. She was a deeply religious, strong woman, ready to leave behind the chronic pain that had plagued her in her later years. Marie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, and will be deeply missed by those who loved her. Visita on will be on Saturday, Oct 12, from 1pm un l 2pm with chapel services following.

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FAITH

Kids talk about God: What can we learn from Jesus turning water into wine?

By Carey Kinsolving and Friends

“We can learn that you shouldn’t rush Jesus, but put your faith in him,” says Taylor, 11. Also, we can learn that sometimes a good deed goes unnoticed, and that’s OK.” In the ancient Middle East, wedding celebrations could last for days. To run out of wine would be an embarrassment that might last a lifetime for a bride and groom. The miracle at the wedding feast was the first sign that Jesus performed (John 2:1-11).

When Jesus’ mother told him they had run out of wine, he said his hour had not yet come. One easy way to discover what Jesus was thinking is to see how the word “hour” is used later in the Gospel of John.

On the night before his trial and crucifixion, Jesus prayed, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your son, that your son also may glorify you” (John 17:1).

Jesus had a sense of mission and a timetable. He knew that he was destined to die on the cross for all our sins. God would glorify him by raising him from the dead as victor over death. Jesus carefully unfolded his ministry so that he had time to train disciples to carry on his mission of preaching the good news to the entire world.

No one except Jesus’ mother, disciples and the servants who filled the stone pots with water knew the origin of the wine. The master of the feast who tasted the wine asked the groom why he didn’t serve the best wine

first.

The result of the miracle: “His disciples believed in Him” (John 2:11b).

There were times in Jesus’ ministry when he performed spectacular miracles in the open for everyone to see. In the last days of his ministry, Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead in a town close to Jerusalem (John 11). It’s as though he dared the religious authorities to arrest him. The wedding feast at the beginning of his ministry was not the time to call attention to himself in front of a large crowd.

Some people have accused Jesus of being disrespectful by calling his mother “woman” instead of “mother.”

Again, a simple word search on “woman” proves this argument false. When Jesus hung on the cross, he looked down

REFLECTIONS: Your speech betrays you

By Michael J. Brooks

The lady behind the counter listened to my request, and then made a simple statement, “You’re not from around her, are you?”

I was on a trip at the time above the Mason-Dixon Line and I suppose it was clear I was from the deep South! We Southerners don’t really notice our speech patterns but we do notice those from other regions. And sometimes our nativity is revealed through the truisms we speak.

Vivian, from Ohio, was a fellow officer in a political collectors club. The group customarily has a Saturday evening banquet with former president Jimmy Carter. Our meeting is late September and the president’s birthday is October 1, so we’ve celebrated a few significant birthdays with him–85, 90 and more recently, his 95th. Vivian was our secretary at the time and called to ask my blessings on her plans for presenting the cake. She told me what kind of cake she’d ordered and when she thought the cutting

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should be in the banquet program. She’d only just begun when I said, “Vivian, I don’t have a dog in that fight. Do what you think best.”

“A dog?” she said. “What does that mean?”

What I meant was I trusted Vivian to do the right thing and she always did a beautiful job without my input.

I learned this is a Southern idiom apparently unknown north of the Ohio River!

The scripture tells a familiar story in all four gospels.

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brought to trial. He got close enough to see what was happening and to listen for information. Peter also got close enough to warm himself at a fire someone had started.

Ministers a generation ago used to preach about Peter “warming by the devil’s fire.”

But at least he was close by.

The other disciples had run for cover.

Peter had minimal conversation with his compatriots around the fire, but enough conversation for them to know he wasn’t native to Judea.

“You’re with Jesus,” one said to him. “We can tell you’re not from here. Your speech betrays you” (Matthew 26:73).

Peter denied knowing Jesus to save his own neck and confirmed these denials by cursing like he once did.

At that moment the rooster crowed, and Peter wept his heart out knowing he’d denied the savior.

Our speech betrays us, too.

It’s relatively insignificant which section of the country we’re from, but it’s very significant that our speech is pleasing to the Lord.

Not only are we to speak words of truth and kindness, but we’re enjoined to speak words of witness to those who don’t know the savior. Christ must be lord of all, including our tongues. -30Reflections is a weekly devotional column written by Michael J. Brooks, pastor of the Siluria Baptist Church in Alabaster, Ala. The church’s website is siluriabaptist.com.

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and saw his mother standing with the Apostle John. He said, “Woman, behold your son!” (John 19:26). In the next breath, he said to John, “Behold your mother.”

From that day forward, John took Mary into his house

and cared for her. How could Jesus not respect his mother when he showed compassion by making provision for her?

Some things don’t translate well from one language to another. In the Jewish culture of Jesus’ day, calling your mother “woman” was not a sign of disrespect.

“The wine was delicious because Jesus made it,” says Anjali, 8.

Some people equate spirituality with being a recluse and living off birdseed. The fact that Jesus accepted the wedding party invitation and turned the water into wine proves otherwise. Some people with a tendency toward asceticism have tried to make the case that this was grape juice. It doesn’t work. The original Greek text of the New Testament uses the word

for wine. This text shouldn’t give anyone an excuse for getting smashed either.

Think about this: Like a laser, Jesus focused on his mission of offering himself as a sacrifice for our sins. Memorize this truth: “My hour has not yet come” (John 2:4b).

Ask this question: Do you think about a mission God has given you?

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

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Trussville’s Stephens fights through injury to place 3rd at San Diego International Open Joshua Huff, sports editor

TRUSSVILLE — On a weekend mired in physical setbacks, Trussville native Taylor Stephens overcame a lingering sickness and a hyperextended elbow suffered on her second snatch attempt to still place third in her weight class at the IWF World Cup & San Diego International Open on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019.

Stephens finished just behind Mongolia’s Annujin Ganzorig and China’s Huang Ting.

Ting finished with a total of 236. She is vying for a spot on the Chinese 2020 Olympic team. Ganzorig finished with a total of 189, along with a Sinclair Total of 247.086. “It’s a complicated move-

ment,� Stephens said regarding her injury performing the snatch. “There’s a lot of space for things to go wrong. You have to respect the movement because it will put you in your place real quick.�

This setback follows an ACL injury that Stephens suffered on her right arm at the 2017 CrossFit Open.

The physical ailments that Stephens battled through this past weekend proved to be a vital learning experience for both her and her team. The setbacks proved that even with months of preparation and training, the ultimate indicator of success comes from within. And in the end, there are things that are simply just beyond one’s control.

Even with the injury, Stephens was able to come just

five points shy of her career high, which is 194 kilograms.

That total, which she recorded in a national event, allowed her to compete in the IWF World Cup & San Diego International Open. Stephens ultimately recorded a point total of 189. “I am a fighter,� Stephens said. “Even injured, I totaled five points off of my personal best.�

The the IWF World Cup & San Diego International Open was the first international meet for Stephens, who is relatively new to the sport after making the jump from CrossFit to weightlifting just over a year ago. Stephens used to compete in the now defunct National Pro Grid League as a bodyweight specialist. The league shuttered in 2016.

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“I was never the strong one,� Stephens said about her time in the Grid League. “I was the one that was able to do the cool stuff on the bars and the rings.�

She realized that if she wanted to continue to perform at a high level she was going to need to get stronger.

Cue her entrance into weightlifting.

Though Stephens continued with CrossFit while she competed with All-South Barbell, her trainers and teammates noticed her knack for weightlifting and implored her to seriously think about phasing out CrossFit in favor of weightlifting. “My coach, and one of my teammates, after a meet, they both sat me down and they were like, ‘If you start taking this seriously you can be really good at it,’� Stephens said.

That conversation clicked with Stephens. She stopped participating in CrossFit and focused solely on weightlifting. That jump proved to be the right move as Stephens rose through the ranks in a short span of time.

“The more that you see the benefits of your hard work, the harder you work,�

Stephens said.

She ultimately left her job to coach fulltime, which allows her to train in between classes that begin a 5 a.m. and end in the evening.

Up next for Stephens is the 2019 American Open Finals at Salt Lake City, Utah, in December. The event will be an opportunity for Stephens to continue to hone her skills and to craft a reputation for herself on the national level. Her point total in the event will allow her to submit her name to compete towards in international meets. “Right now, I’m competing on international teams to show who I am,�

Stephens said. “It gets the opportunity for the CEO of USA Weightlifting and the decision makers to see that I am a fighter, and to see what I am capable of and to get on their radar.�

Stephens is slowly cranking the gears in preparation to make a push for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Her

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goal for the coming months and into the next couple of years is to continue to develop as a lifter, make a name for herself and to continue to inspire others. “I tell me athletes, ‘Yes, you can,’� Stephens said. “Anyone who tells you that you’re not capable of doing something it’s because they can’t see themselves doing it. Big dreams scare people.

Whatever your dream is, you’re capable of it.�

Alabama Special Olympics all-day event held in Trussville From The Trussville Tribune staff reports TRUSSVILLE — Opening ceremonies for the Alabama Special Olympics events were held in Trussville on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019.

The Trussville local games, which included athletes from all over the Birmingham-metro, began with a ceremonial torch run at the Trussville football stadium.

Several student resource officers from the Trussville City School system participated in the lap around the track, with the kids.

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Vestavia Hills bests HewittTrussvile on Homecoming in heartbreaker

By Johnny Sanders Jr.

Pinson Valley grinds out victory over previously undefeated Gardendale

TRUSSVILLE — The Vestavia Hills Rebels walked into Hewitt-Trussville Stadium on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, looking to put a damper on Homecoming and get to 5-1 on the season while also making the road to the playoffs a true uphill climb for Hewitt-Trussville.

HewittTrussville’s Moore looks to develop as leader with rigors of Alabama on the horizon Joshua Huff, sports editor

TRUSSVILLE — From morning meetings and practices, to study hall, the weight room, and to classes, the life of a freshman college football player is an experience encapsulated in a regimented environment of excitement, exhaustion and repetition.

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Center Point clinches playoff spot with blowout victory over Springville

Pinson Valley’s Kenji Christian named OASS Player of the Week

By Ronnie Hagood

CENTER POINT — In a clash of the two closest teams in terms of proximity in Class 5A, Region 5, it was the Center Point Eagles that picked up the win, 40-7, over the visiting Springville Tigers on Friday night.

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Kenji Christian rushed 27 times for 176 yards with two touchdowns in the win. Photo by Joshua Huff.

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GARDENDALE — Pinson Valley weathered a listless first half this past Friday night and proceeded to unleash a potent ground game that recorded three rushing

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The Indians were led by a resurgent running game in the second half that wore

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“We’re learning a lot about our team from week to week,� Pinson Valley head coach Patrick Nix said. “This is a young team. A new team. We’re getting better each week, each snap.

I’m very proud of all the guys.�

The first half provided no indicator of what was to come in the second half.

Both Gardendale and Pinson dabbled in the run game, but both teams focused more on a passing attack that has proved fruitful for both squads in previous outings throughout this season. That was not the case for either team on this night as balls were dropped left and right, passes were missed and penalty flags were tossed around like beads at Mardi Gras. “We’ve learned that this team has to find different ways to win,� Nix said.

That adjustment would not take place until halftime as Pinson Valley seemed content early in the first half to probe the defense of Gardendale with sporadic runs; however, the Rockets’ defense proved up to the task at the time. The issue for Gardendale, though, was that the Indians’ defense was up for the challenge, as well.

Gardendale opened the first quarter with multiple drives that started within its own 10-yard line. The second such drive resulted in a three-and-out that set the Indians up at Gardendale’s 42yard line. Pinson Valley was able to drive to within the 16-yard line, but the Indians were unable to punch it in.

Pinson Valley’s subsequent field goal missed.

The Rockets’ offense found some momentum early in the second quarter, but a third down pass by quarterback Will Crowder was intercepted in the endzone

by Pinson Valley’s Deshazio Williams with 7:35 left in the

Pinson Valley held the Rockets to just 23 yards passing and 21 yards rushing on the night. Photo by Joshua Huff.

first half. That ended Gardendale’s desire to throw the ball down the field for the remainder of the first half. “The defense has been stellar all year,� Nix said of the unit, which entered the night tied for second with Gardendale for fewest points allowed in the region.

Pinson Valley held the Rockets to just 23 yards passing and 21 yards rushing on the night.

Pinson Valley’s offensive slumber jolted itself to a somewhat conscious state with two minutes left in the first half behind a big run from Christian. Even with a Gardendale penalty that afforded Pinson Valley one last shot with time expired, the Indians were unable to capitalize as White threw an interception to Gardendale’s Derek Carter in the endzone to end the half.

The Indians reemerged from halftime with some pep in their step and intent on fo-

cusing solely on the ground game. That shift in gameplan paid off immediately as the Indians marched down the field to open the second half with a methodical drive that was spurred on by a 33yard run from Jaquel Fells, which set up White’s 2-yard touchdown run. “It wasn’t confidence in the run game,� Nix said about the second-half adjustment. “They were putting 14 guys out there to cover. We have the best receivers in the state. They said you’re not going to throw it to them, and if they say that, you have to be able to run the football.�

Now with a 7-0 lead, and with an understanding on just what Gardendale’s weakness was, the Indians patiently pounded the rock with surgical precision. The Rockets had no answer as Pinson Valley’s Christian would increase the lead after he found the endzone on a

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Again, Gardendale had no response.

White would hit receiver Keyonteze Johnson on a 41yard pass to begin the fourth quarter, which set up Christian’s 2-yard touchdown run to increase Pinson Valley’s lead to 21-0.

Gardendale added a potentially major injury to the indignity of being manhandled by Pinson Valley as Crowder went down nearly midway through the fourth quarter. He remained on the ground for several minutes.

He did not return.

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Hills

From page 17

And that is exactly what Vestavia Hills did in a 19-14 classic that sent the Huskies tumbling to 4-3 on the season.

“I am really proud of your effort tonight,” Hewitt-Trussville head coach Josh Floyd could be heard telling his players after the loss.

As the first couple of minutes of the first quarter ticked away, you would have thought that this was going to be a high-powered, offensive football game as Vestavia Hills drove the ball down inside the Hewitt-Trussville 10-yard line; however, the Huskies’ defense tightened up and held Vestavia Hills to a Brantley “Wells” Watts field goal that put the Rebels up 3-0 early in the first quarter.

Both defenses stifled their opposition for the remainder of the period, including the final play of the quarter that saw Vestavia Hills running back AJ Powell run for minus 35 yards.

The second quarter started much like the final nine minutes of the first quarter with the defenses playing well and the offenses finding it hard to gain any footing.

After a booming punt by the Rebels’ Watts, the Huskies found themselves backed up inside their own 5-yard line.

Hewitt-Trussville quarterback Cade Carruth attempted to field a high snap and bobbled it, allowing the ball

Hewitt-Trussville has now lost three consecutive region games after the defeat to Vestavia Hills. Photo by Ron Burkett.

to fall to the ground. He had no choice but to fall on it and take the safety.

Carruth passed for 142 yards on 15-of-20 passing with two touchdowns.

The Rebels were now up 5-0 with 5:30 left in the second quarter. Vestavia Hills would attempt to go up by two scores on the ensuing drive, but on first and 10 at their own 44, Hewitt-Trussville linebacker Samuel “Trey”

Vestavia Hills’ Sam Willoughby intercepted Jackson Holland inside the 20 to clinch the win. Photo by Ron Burkett.

Center Point From page 17

The win for Center Point clinches a playoff spot in the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs, its second appearance under head coach George Bates in as many seasons.

“We think Center Point High School should always make the playoffs,” Bates said. “That wasn’t the goal for us this year, but it gets us to where we want to be. Right now, we want to be No. 1 in the region.”

Jayson Jones got the scoring started for the Eagles.

Jones broke multiple tackles on what looked like a broken play before getting free and going 37 yards for the Center Point touchdown. The Eagles’ defense would force Springville to turn the ball over on downs on two of its first three possessions.

Jones would again break free just minutes later. This time, Jones went 60 yards un-

touched to give Center Point a two-touchdown lead.

During the next Springville possession, things got strange in Center Point. The scoreboard went dark. After a few short attempts to fix the scoreboard, the officials decided to keep the clock on the field. Center Point would pick up right where it left off as a Pearson Baldwin pass was deflected at the line of scrimmage and intercepted

by Anterrius Craig, who returned it for an Eagles defensive touchdown. RJ Orr would add fuel to the fire as he reeled in a touchdown pass inside of a minute remaining in the first half to extend the Center Point lead to 34-0.

“It kind of sucks the life out of you,” Bates said about the scoreboard going kaput.

“You don’t know how much time is there. The refs did a great job of keeping it on the field, but from the fan perspective, the coaches perspective, it throws you off.”

The second half of the

Johnson III would pick off Vestavia Hills quarterback Eli Sawyer to end the drive.

The Huskies would drive the ball to the Rebel 9-yard line in a drive that included a 10-yard gain on fourth and 6 from the 38. Carruth would then hook up with fullback Matthew “Nancy” Miller for a score with no time left on the clock. The home team went into the locker room with a 7-5 lead.

The defenses continued to steal the show in the third quarter with Vestavia Hills holding the Huskies scoreless for the entire period. The only score in the third quarter came when the Rebels’ Eli Sawyer found receiver Peyton Walraven on a 40-yard touchdown pass that put Vestavia Hills up 12-7 with 4:38 left in the period. Each defense would pitch a shutout for the remainder of the third quarter.

Heading into the fourth quarter, Vestavia Hills had

game was like the second quarter, the only difference was the Springville Tigers would play a much better, cleaner half of football. The Tigers defense held the Eagles scoreless in the third quarter. Joshua Simmons got the Tigers on the scoreboard late in the fourth quarter to prevent the Eagles shutout.

The touchdown, a 3-yard run, extended Springville’s consecutive game scoring streak to 17 games.

“Springville fought to the end,” Bates said. “That’s what solid teams do. We’ve got to do better about finishing.”

One of the underlying story lines of this game was the senior class for Center Point: Anterrius Craig, DeCarius Hawthorne, Devin Maghoumbou, Gerry Marshall, Javon Davis, Leon Silmon, QuanDarrious Roberts, Roderick Orr and Tyrese Murphy all started playing for Center Point High School as freshmen in 2016. As freshmen and

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the ball and was looking to put the nail in the coffin. With 11:37 left in the game, Sawyer called his own number on a first and goal from the Hewitt 3-yard line and punched it in to give the Rebels a 19-7 lead. After a three-and-out on the next offensive drive, the Huskies needed a big stand by their defense and they got just that, holding Vestavia Hills to a three-and-out and a punt, giving Hewitt-Trussville the

ball back at their own 25.

The Huskies drove the ball down the field and with 4:54 left in the game, the Carruth-to-Miller connection struck again on a 31yard touchdown pass to keep the Huskies in the game and make it 19-14. The Hewitt-Trussville defense then forced Vestavia Hills to punt on the following possession with just over a minute left to play. Hewitt-Trussville

marched the ball down the field with a good mix of hard runs and quick passes, but on a first and 10 from the Rebels’ 28, quarterback Jackson Holland’s pass was intercepted

by Vestavia Hill’s Sam Willoughby to end the game.

“We can’t give up on this season, men,” Floyd said as he addressed his team after the game. “We need to win every game and we might need a little help on the way.”

The win for Center Point clinches a playoff spot in the AHSAA Class 5A playoffs.

Photo by Ronnie Hagood.

sophomores, they suffered a record of 1-19 overall and 0-12 in region play. As juniors and seniors, they have

helped guide a turn-around that has seen the Eagles go 11-6 in the regular season, 9-2 in region play and qual-

ify for consecutive playoff appearances and consecutive winning seasons for the first time since 2010-11.

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Moore From page 17

Freshmen leave the friendly confines of home and head to an orchestrated lifestyle in college where wakeups as early as 6 a.m. are followed by an entire day scheduled down to the last second. In all, players can expect to spend about 40 hours per week just on football activities alone.

Though those days are primarily scheduled around football, academics remain a focus (school still comes first). Class checkers bounce in and out of classrooms, professors fill out progress reports and advisors meet regularly with players. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exhausting indoctrination to the ever-churning machine of higher education combined with the all-encompassing presence of DI college football.

As difficult as that adjustment is for freshmen, the battle begins before they even arrive on campus. Only 6% of high school seniors will make the jump from high school to college football. Once they do, they become part of program in which the talent gap between each player narrows significantly. As such, players are placed in an environment where, for the first time in their lives, they have to prove their worth or risk becoming irrelevant. In high school, talent is the bridge to success; in college, talent only takes a player so far. Hard work, desire, reliability and growth are the keys to the next level.

That is why you hear scouts always harping that coaches do not want players who are just talented, they want athletes who are students of the game.

Hewitt-Trussville safety Malachi Moore acknowledges

Safety Malachi Moore is a four-star prospect who is committed to the University of Alabama.

Photo by Ron Burkett.

the grind ahead of him, to the point where is he is treating this season like a dry-run for what awaits him when he makes the trip west to the University of Alabama in the coming months. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I take every practice as if I am already at Alabama,â&#x20AC;? Moore said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Those guys there, they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take any reps off. People behind them are just as good as them so they work extra hard.â&#x20AC;?

That work will only escalate as the high school season progresses. Most incoming college freshmen are tasked with bridging the physical gap before they even hit campus. Once the regular season ends, seniors typically hit the gym hard in preparation for taking the field in the coming months against college players who are entering their physical prime.

That transition from playing against 13-17 year olds to playing against grown men is one of the biggest adjustments next to learning new schemes and perfecting skills such as route running, blocking assignments, hand placement, coverage and loads more. Not only are college players considerably stronger, the players are also faster and smarter. Practices ultimately become a proving ground, and the Crimson Tideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s practices are notoriously tough.

At Alabama, the combination of talent, high expecta-

Malachi Moore will join an Alabama team that has sent 87 players into the NFL over the past 11 years. Photo by Ron Burkett.

tions and the continued pull of maintaining a winning culture elevates the bar so that only the most hungry and passionate players take the field. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You ever seen two male lions scrap for meat? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like,â&#x20AC;? current Tennessee Titan and former Alabama linebacker Rashaan Evans said in segment that ESPN ran several years ago about Crimson Tide practices.

Add in Alabama head coach Nick Sabanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quest for perfection and you have an environment where only the best succeed.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an experience that Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson vividly remembers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One day when I was a freshman in practice and coach Saban was yelling at me. It almost brought tears to my eyes.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never had that feeling before. It was crazy,â&#x20AC;? Jackson said in a Bleacher Report story in 2016. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He does it to help you.

Like they say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;If he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, you should be worried.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

Moore is excited about joining a Crimson Tide team that has sent 87 players into the NFL over the past 11 years, which is the most in college football during that span. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel great about it,â&#x20AC;?

Moore, one of eight in-state commits to Alabama, said about playing for the Tide.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just because it puts myself in a position to succeed at the

October 9 - 15, 2019 next level.â&#x20AC;?

Before that dream can become a reality, Moore and the Huskies have to weather a season that has been derailed by injuries to key positions.

For Moore, he wants to take that adversity and apply it in ways that grow him as a player and a leader. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to learn more about myself as a leader,â&#x20AC;? Moore said about his goals for the remainder of the regular season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just

want to see how I can overcome adversity.â&#x20AC;?

Regardless of where the Huskies end up, Moore remains in an envious position. He is blessed with the talent to play at one of the greatest college football programs in the nation.

There, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll share the hope of many who take to the field on Saturday: making it to the NFL. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to make it to the next level to give back to my parents,â&#x20AC;? Moore said.

MVP

From page 17

PINSON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Week seven has come and gone and all five teams within The Trussville Tribune coverage area returned to action this past week. Pinson Valley, Clay-Chalkville and Center Point all recorded victories, while Hewitt-Trussville and Springville lost its respective games.

As with every win, there are players who have stepped up and excelled.

Clay-Chalkvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Damione Ward accounted for over 230 yards of total offense.

He passed for 195 yards after going 11-for-15 in the air. Ward also rushed for 41 yards with one touchdown.

Pinson Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Antione Williams recorded 1.5 sacks with two tackles for a loss.

Gardendale was only able to record less than 50 yards in the game.

As always, choosing this weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MVP of the week has been difficult, but a winner must be chosen regardless.

So, without further ado,

week sixâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OrthoAlabama Spine & Sports Player of the week goes to: Pinson Valley running back Kenji Christian.

Christian, a junior running back, spearheaded an Indians rushing attack that overwhelmed Gardendale in the second half to the tune of three rushing touchdowns. Christian rushed for 176 yards on 27 attempts with two touchdowns. Pinson Valley recorded 321 total yards with 254 of those yards coming on the ground.

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