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HTHS FOCUS/ Wellness Club participates in ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’

Huskies Together kicks off with meet-and-greet at Civic Center

TRUSSVILLE – Students from Hewitt-Trussville High School’s FOCUS after school program gathered together Sunday, Nov. 5, to participate in Hoover’s annual suicide prevention Out of the DarkSee FOCUS, Page 3

Leeds Council approves proposal for sports complex Nathan Prewett For the Tribune

LEEDS – The Leeds City Council approved an intent to move forward with finalizing a project to build a sports complex after a 4-1 vote during a meeting on Monday, Nov. 6.

The meeting began with an announcement from Mayor David Miller that the city See LEEDS, Page 4

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TRUSSVILLE – Newly established nonprofit “Huskies Together” held a meetand-greet event at the Trussville Civic Center on Monday, Nov. 6, where members of the community were invited to learn about the program and its plans to help students and parents address concerns such as drugs, alcohol, bullying and suicide.

Huskies Together was born out of the inaugural Leadership Trussville class, which met from 2022-2023 and had 27 graduates in May 2023. City Councilor Lisa Bright was one of those graduates and part of the team that chose Huskies Together for their project.

“We are an enrichment, awareness and support group that focuses on our students and our parents that are dealing with drug and alcohol addiction issues, suicide, bullying, all the things that face our teenagers in the schools, middle school and high school especially,” Bright said. “It’s something that I have al-

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Springville vs. Pell City

Roebuck shooting

Pinson City Council hears report from Center Point Fire District

By Nathan Prewett For the Tribune

PINSON – The Pinson City Council heard a report from Center Point Fire District Battalion Chief Chris Horn during a brief regular meeting on Thursday, Nov. 2.

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Springville prepares to welcome The Ark restaurant to historic downtown Huskies Together meet-and-greet on Nov. 6, 2023. (Credit: Crystal McGough)

ways wanted to have here in Trussville. Most of you know that we had a son that struggled and would have loved to have had a resource that would have been at our fingertips, to have been able to go to and have the immediate

phone numbers and that sort of thing.”

Bright said the plan is for Huskies Together to offer resources for parents and students starting with their website, huskiestogether.org, where the organization has

By Terry Schrimscher For the Tribune

cultivated resources people can have immediate access to.

“Huskies Together has filed for a nonprofit and we are very excited about that,” Bright said. Thank you, Rick

SPRINGVILLE – The Springville Council welcomed Kyle Ostermeyer to the podium at the first regular monthly meeting Monday night, November 6. Os-

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Tickets go on sale next week for ACTA Theater’s ‘Miracle on 34th Street’

Bookmarked Paperie now open in downtown Trussville

By Crystal McGough Editor

LEEDS — The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Christmas Tree Lighting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16.

The tree lighting will take place at the gazebo on Park-

TRUSSVILLE – Trussville has a new business officially open and prepared to fill a niche unlike anything else on this side of town. Offering “everything paper,” from stationary and greeting cards

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Networking generates partnership for Rotary projects

Trussville Civic Center hosts teen driving safety summit

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Three Rotary clubs and Positive Choices Pregnancy Center are partnering in an initiative to improve prenatal care for expectant mothers in underserved areas in and around Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas, Mexico.

TRUSSVILLE – ACTA Theater is in the holiday spirit as talented local actors and crew prepare for the opening of “Miracle on 34th Street: The Play.”

Directed by Suellen Wilkins, “Miracle on 34th Street” is a classic among Christmas tales, encouraging

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everyone who watches to experience first-hand the journey from disbelief to belief.

“I love this play. The old movie, I just love, and I’ll watch it anytime and anywhere,” Wilkins said.

“They’ve made remakes and they’re OK for me, but the old one, I love. It’s just a sweet, lovely play for Christmas – a family play. Anybody can come see it.”

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The cast is made up of both new actors and longtime theater veterans, including retired Hewitt-Trussville theater teacher Paula Brown, who is back on the stage for the first time in 30 years in the role of New York Judge Harper.

“Suellen and I share a love of teaching theater throughout high schools,” Brown said. “I have been directing

and choreographing for (the last 30 years), so I’m excited to be back here.”

Scott Frazier has been cast in the role of Kris Kringle himself, and is ready to help bring the joy of Christmas to the Trussville community.

“There’s very few roles for old, fat, gray men, and I thought that I had a chance at

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BIRMINGHAM — A man was shot and killed on the balcony of a motel in Roebuck on Tuesday morning, according to Sgt. LaQuitta Wade of the Birmingham Police Department.

Wade said the shooting occurred at 11: 51 a.m. at the Parkway Inn located in the 9200 block of Parkway East. Officers responding to the call found an adult male lying unresponsive on the balcony of the motel and suffering from a gunshot wound.

“The preliminary investigation suggests that the victim was involved in an altercation with an unknown individual,” Wade said. “Weapons were drawn, the victim was struck

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Stotser (Massey, Stotser & Nichols law firm), for helping us on that. Our eventual plan will be – once we kick this off and start getting our name out there – to do some programming where we have people come in and they’ll speak on different topics; everything from vaping to how to introduce your child to a cell phone … things that I just think every parent would appreciate having and a student would like to know, as well.

That’s our big overall goal.

Then eventually, we want to get into having a mentor meeting program, as well. So, that’s what we plan on doing in the very near future.”

Bright recognized several noteworthy people including Rep. Danny Garrett and Sen. Shay Shelnutt, Mayor Buddy Choat and the Trussville City Council, Trussville City Schools and Superintendent Dr. Patrick Martin, Police Chief Eric Rush, and Huskies Together President Adam Trammell.

Additionally, Dr. Martin recognized Board of Education member Sherrye Tolbert, TCS Chief Financial Officer Jim Kirkland and Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services Dr. Rachel Poovey for being present and showing their support.

“Lisa and her group have done a fantastic job,” Mayor Choat said. “Some of you know and have been through our Leadership Trussville adult class – we have a high school class as well – but to get people together to start talking about things that benefit your city is what it was all about. Trying to help us keep moving our city forward and in the right direction.

“Lisa and her team had

ness Walk.

Hoover holds the Out of the Darkness Walk each year at Veteran’s Park on Valleydale Road in order raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention. Various organizations throughout the state come to share resources with those who have lost a loved one to suicide, as well as those struggling with depression and suicidal thoughts.

“FOCUS is a state program for the purpose of reducing risky behaviors in adolescents and promoting healthy choices,” HTHS FOCUS sponsor Dana DePew said. “We try to do something every month, and this month we decided to coincide with this and do a Mental Health Awareness Week.”

DePew said attending the walk was the culmination of the high school’s Mental Health Awareness Week.

“We’ve been giving students tips on how to be a good friend, especially for someone who may be struggling with mental health issues,” she said. “We’ve been focusing more on how to be a friend and how to recognize if one of your friends is going through mental health issues and how to reach out to them. There’s a program online called Seize the Awkward, and we’ve used a lot of the tips from that. It’s awkward sometimes to reach out to somebody who you’re worried about, but that could sometimes be the very thing that gets them help.”

Sue Jones, director and co-founder of Alabama’s statewide FOCUS program, was also present at the event to support Hewitt-Trussville High School’s efforts toward suicide awareness and prevention.

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Left to right: Lisa Bright, Sen. Shay Shelnutt, Rep. Danny Garrett (Credit: Crystal McGough)

Huskies Together yard signs are available for people to display in their yards. (Credit: Crystal McGough)

to present it to the board of Leadership Trussville. It was a great idea and the board obviously agreed with the project … The funding for this is actually part of the proceeds of nationwide opioid settlements coming across. The city of Trussville, we joined that lawsuit six or seven years ago … so we have received funds from some of the companies that have paid off. That money has to be spent in certain ways and this is one of the ways that we can spend that money, and we’re proud to be able to do so. I think it’s going to be a great program for our community.”

Huskies Together President Adam Trammell shared a video highlighting the dangers of fentanyl, demonstrating that even a minute amount of this odorless, flavorless drug is enough to kill two people.

“It’s a serious issue,” Bright said after the video.

“That will definitely be one of the things that we want to address head on because, in the addiction world, across the country, there’s an average of 300 people that die a day.

That’s a plane crash a day, and you don’t hear about it enough on the news to make a difference.”

Bright said that Huskies Together plans to start holding programs in early spring, hopefully before spring break. The events will be held at the Trussville Civic Center and will be considered neutral, not tied directly to either the municipality or the school system.

For more information on Huskies Together, visit huskiestogether.org or check out their social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram.

HTHS FOCUS at Out of the Darkness Walk. (Credit: Dana DePew)

2023 Out of the Darkness Walk (Credit: Crystal McGough)

“FOCUS is a state-wide funded project, and we have schools like Hewitt-Trussville all across the state, and it’s student-led prevention of adolescent risk behaviors,” Jones said. “We focus on those things that the students have a keen interest in, like suicide prevention, vaping, underaged drinking; all the things that kids can engage in and provide information for their peers. It’s peer led.”

While HTHS has implemented the program as an extracurricular activity, Jones said Alabama FOCUS also offers a course code through the Alabama State Department of Education where counselors can enroll people into a FOCUS class.

“Some schools implement it that way, but the majority of our schools have it as an extracurricular,” she said. “Peer helping and community service are the two main components of FOCUS, because we know the common thread through all prevention projects is helping your peers, helping other people, and then helping others through the community. So, we try to partner community – like this is a community event – with schools. We promote school-community partnerships.”

For more information on how FOCUS is helping local schools and students prevent risk behavior in adolescents, please visit www.thefocusprogram.com

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has paid off an A1 bond issue in the amount of $6 million from 2017.

“We’re just happy to report to you that’s the case,” he said. “The city continues to be in firm financial footing.”

The council eventually came to a vote to enter into an executive session to discuss an economic development proposal. After a little over an hour, the council returned to vote on the matter, which Miller said would be building a sports complex around Exit 140 of I-20 Highway.

“The status of the sports complex right now is that we have yet to sign the final agreement as to who is going to do what,” he later told The Tribune. “And we received a proposal last week that had some items in it that we’re not ready to agree to and neither is the county, so right now the position is we’re working to resolve those few remaining things that prevent us from signing the final agreement.”

The overall cost of the project would be $7.5 million.

The action was opposed

by Councilman Eric Turner, who criticized the decision after the council rejected a request from Superintendent John Moore for $2 million to build a field house at Leeds Middle School. Turner vocally supported approving the request then, stressing that

Mayor David Miller on 11-6-2023 (Credit: Nathan Prewett)

the bathroom facilities were in need of repairs.

“And we turned down another million dollars that Councilman (Kenneth) Washington and (Councilwoman DeVoris Ragland-Pierce) wanted for a civic center,” he said. “But we’re going to spend ($7.5 million) for other kids to come here and play. ($7.5 million), plus $25 million in revenue that they would take in lodging taxes.”

Miller later countered that the complex would generate a substantial amount of revenue.

“The city’s only expenditure in all of this is ($7.5 million),” he said. “Approximately half of which we get back by some of the land that we don’t need being sold to the development group. And so we’re going to end up with something like four or five million dollars invested in a project that’s close to $100,000,000 and that’s the extent of our financial obligation.

“Everything else is a result of giving – just like we do with all of the businesses like we did with Buc-ee’s, we do rebates of a certain amount, there’s no sales tax rebate involved in this one but there are other considerations in terms of ad valorum and things like that.”

During public comments, Michael Cordts praised the council for removing several damaged and neglected buildings, which he said prevents crime from getting worse in the city. He stressed that the council should bring a grocery store such as ALDI in.

In other business, the council: • Adopted a flood development management ordinance, • Adopted and ratified the August 2023 city expenditures and payables, • Adopted and ratified the September 2023 city expenditures and payables, and • Canceled the Nov. 20 regular meeting due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

Meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of every month at City Hall on 1400 9th Street Northeast.

Agenda packets can be seen online at the City of Leeds website.

Nathan Prewett can be reached at nthomasp6@ gmail.com.

Center Point Fire District Battalion Chief Chris Horn (Credit: Nathan Prewett)

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Horn gave a report on happenings for the month of September, saying that there were 860 calls, up 23.88% from this time last year. The department has handled 7,733 calls so far this year, he said.

They are down six employees and are conducting interviews to hire more.

A battalion chief has retired after more than 26 years, he said. This was Paul Henderson, who had also been the station captain of Station 2 for more than 19 years. Dan Sagas will replace him.

Horn said that several members of the department will travel to Fairhope to perform the final inspections of a new ladder truck that has been on order for two years.

He added that their new rescue truck is in full service and has already been used today during an incident.

On the subject of incidents, Horn reported that the department has been busy

recently, one being a car that had fallen 50 feet into a rise.

First responders were able to cut the passenger out of the car after 45 minutes. On the very same day there was a woods fire that was dealt with.

“The dispatchers really juggled that and did an outstanding job,” he said.

Horn said that firefighters were presently working to put out two woods fires, one off of Carson Road and the other off of Fox Hill Road. He urged residents not to burn anything outside due to extremely dry conditions.

Afterwards, the council announced a Veterans Day lunch at the Rock School on Nov. 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Veterans who want to make reservations may call City Hall at 205-680-5556.

“Please reach out,” said Mayor Pro Tem Robbie Roberts. “We really do appreciate the service that all of our veterans have given us and we want to recognize that.”

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In other business, the council: • Agreed to split the cost of a rescue truck in the amount of $8,850 with Jefferson County 9-11 to pay for maintenance, • Rezoned a property on Ridgewood Drive from Jefferson County R1 to City of Pinson District RM (Residential Medium) and • Set the date for the next meeting to Monday, Nov. 13, due to members traveling to Atlanta, Ga., for the National League of Cities.

Pinson City Council meets on the first and third Thursdays of every month at City Hall on 4410 Main Street.

Live-streamed meetings can be seen on the city’s Facebook page.

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this one,” Frazier said. “Suellen was very kind to let me have the opportunity to give it a shot.”

The lead child role, Susan Walker, is played by Hallie Burnell. Though young, Hallie is not new to the stage, having awed crowds with an adorable performance in “School of Rock” last summer. Hallie began practicing for the role of Susan Walker last summer, before auditions had even begun.

“I like Christmas shows, and (Susan) is in my age,” Hallie said. “I really like the character.”

Playing Susan’s mom, Doris Walker is Summer Martin, who was previously cast in a lead role in “The Curious Savage.”

“I worked with Miss Suellen for my first play here and I love her and respect her,” Martin said. “I’m most excited about being in the play with my daughter, Jewel.

She’s an elf. I was also excited to play Susan’s mom because being a mom is my favorite thing to do!”

Josh McDaniel, a theater veteran who most recently played Gomez Addams in the Leeds Art Council’s production of “The Addams Family” is playing Fred Gayley, the Walkers’ neighbor who becomes Susan’s babysitter and has a romantic interest in Doris. Fred Gayley is also the attorney who defends Kris Kringle at his trial.

Doris, who is recently divorced, is a non-believer in both Santa and love, passing down those traits to her daughter, Susan.

“Fred is a firm believer in both and he wants Doris and Susan to enjoy everything that comes with having faith in something that’s bigger than yourself,” McDaniel said.

Playing the New York State Attorney Mara is Scott Duncan.

to puzzles and books, Bookmarked Paperie, located at 107 Kay Avenue, Trussville, opened to the public on Friday, Nov. 3, with a ribbon cutting ceremony held on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 8.

“It all kind of came about because there’s nothing here that has paper and books,” said Beth Seeley, who co-owns the store with her mother Dana Weimer. “We are avid readers, so it’s kind of a way for us to dive into something that we really love. Between the two of us, we have 50 years of retail experience at all levels, from small business to corporate.”

Seeley has lived in Trussville with her family for four years, and for even longer, her friends and family have encourage her and her mother to start a business of their own.

Now, the two women decided, is the perfect time to take that leap forward.

“Trussville is growing and you have to go into Mountain Brook or Crestwood to really get something like what we are wanting to offer,” Seeley said.

“We have everything paper – that’s kind of been our tagline. We have wrapping paper and gift tags and some ribbon, but we also offer a variety of notebooks and journals, and anything that you would find on your desk. Fun erasers, rulers, various pens – from super fun and colorful to maybe a little more serious, like really nice ball point pens – along with books of nonfiction, fiction, cookbooks, coffee table

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“This is my third time on stage, so I’ve caught the theater bug,” he said. “This is a movie I saw years ago. Of course, I’m aware of Suellen’s directing skill from my wife who has been in a couple of plays with her before.

When I saw this, I knew I had to come out for it.”

Leslie Price plays the role of Agatha Sawyer, a vocational guidance counselor at Macy’s Department Store who tried to get Kris Kringle placed in a mental institution.

“For my character, deep in their childhood they were not allowed to believe in Santa Claus, so when this man shows up at Macy’s claiming to be Santa Claus, claiming to be this magical person, it just can’t be real. This person has to be crazy to actually think that they’re Santa Claus.”

Teriann Bailey plays Dr. Pierce, the resident physician at the Maplewood Home, and a good friend and advocate for Kris Kringle.

Erin Burnell plays the role of Hollaran, Judge Harper’s political campaign manager who is trying to get her re-elected and encouraging her to root for Santa.

“But I’m really here because my sweet Hallie (Susan Walker) begged and pleaded,” Burnell said. “I have never set foot on the stage. It has been a fun family memory, a fun Christmas memory.”

Another Burnell, Erin’s other daughter, Maggie, is also in the play as Al, an elf who works at the postal office with fellow elf Lou, played

by Libby Lybrand.

“We’re like the dynamic postal worker duo,” Maggie said. “It’s pretty fun.”

“This is a family show and that’s the way I wanted it,” Wilkins said in reference to several parent-child and spouse combinations in the cast.

Rounding out the cast are Jonny Cates (playing Mr. Macy, owner and manager of Macy’s Department Store) and Brence Daggett (playing the roles of Bailiff Finley and Shellhammer).

Cates joined the play to act alongside his two daughters, Olivia and Annie, and Daggett said he is simply a long-time fan of ACTA Theater.

“I love ACTA Theater. It is my favorite theater ever,” Daggett said. “I’ve been acting here since 2018. The people I’ve met at ACTA Theater have changed my life for the better, so I love this place.”

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(books), also layered in with some puzzles.”

Bookmarked Paperie also offers what Seeley called “found items,” including trinket trays and other various novelty items.

“Pretty much everything in our store, furniture included, is for sale,” she said. “Obviously, the person who’s coming in for a $10 notebook might not be the same person wanting to buy a $200 oak table, but everything has a price tag. Again, this was kind of a way for my mom and I to have fun. We really like antiques and finding and restoring where we can, and wanting to bring in that reusable element. Not everything has to be brand new and we want things to feel layered and lived in and not just stark and bright white all the time.”

Seeley said that additional furniture not displayed in the store will be posted on their website for local pickup, which should be going live by the end of this week.

“We’re going to constantly be looking and antiquing,” she said. “We have family all over the country, so when we travel we’re always seeing what we can find. We’re just kind of crazy enough to get in the car and go get a table that’s three

plus hours away if the price is right.”

While some pieces of furniture are refinished and second-hand, some are also brand new.

The store’s cash wrap area has a special significance, with the center piece being an old candy case that came from a general store owned by Dana Weimer’s uncle in the 1907s.

“It’s the first thing you will see when you open up the door coming in,” Seeley said. “That may be the only piece that’s not for sale. It was really important for us to have that as this full-circle moment, because my mom actually worked in that general store. So, it’s been a part of the start of her retail life in a way. It’s a really big defining piece of who we are.”

While they certainly offer things one may desire for an office space, Bookmarked Paperie is no Staples or Office Depot. Neither are they a traditional bookstore. This unique establishment takes on a life of its own with a style that Seeley describes as “clean and classic.”

“If maybe you work in a lawyer’s office, you’re going to find something here that’s going to be elegant on your desk. Or if you’re a teacher, a fun, quirky pen to grade your papers with,” Seeley said.

“I do feel like we’re trying to be cognizant of offering something for everyone, but it doesn’t just have to be a boring black pen. It can still have your own personality to it.”

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Mayor David Miller will light the tree and Santa will arrive to meet with the children and take pictures under

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Co-sponsors of the project are lead club Trussville Noon Rotary Club, the Rotary Club of Homewood, and the Escandon Rotary Club of C. Victoria.

Plans for the two-phase project call for establishing prenatal clinics in C. Victoria and surrounding communities. The second phase is a course co-sponsored by UAB Dept. Of Obstetrics “Advanced Obstetrics Life Support” for midwives, delivering physicians, delivery nurses, as well as medical and nursing students.

The project stems from the Trussville Noon club’s international emphasis, Rotary Partners in Health, led by Dr. Hugh Brindley, a local oral and maxillofacial surgeon, in partnership with Mega Missions of Oneonta. Brindley has been traveling to Ciudad Victoria one or two times a year since 2009 to care for impoverished patients and prison inmates dealing with a myriad of medical issues.

His concern for expectant mothers and their unborn babies has grown with each visit since learning from a Escandon Rotary meeting program several years ago that the second leading cause of death of women in Mexico is death in childbirth. This mostly preventable statistic is largely due to the lack of prenatal care, lack of current knowledge and monitoring technology.

“For the past 14 years of week-long medical/dental

Partnering in an initiative to improve prenatal care for expectant mothers in an underserved area of Mexico are (L-R) Gregg Wadsworth and Jennifer Kyle of the Rotary Club of Homewood; Dr. Hugh Brindley of Trussville Noon Rotary Club; and Sharon Staffer and Lesa Lambert of Positive Choices Pregnancy Center.

trips providing care for over 12,000 patients, we were burdened with the fact that our efforts didn’t always bring about lasting improvements in the lives of the Mexican people,” said Brindley. “The prenatal care project is a new beginning to bring hope of lasting improvement in the lives of women and children of northeastern Mexico.”

According to Sharon Stauffer, executive director of Positive Choices Pregnancy Resource Center and past president of the Trussville Noon Rotary, “The process of locating prenatal equipment to the mission area has already begun, and things have been falling into place in such a way that ‘supernatural’ is the only explanation.”

For example, when Stauffer heard Dr. Brindley explain that there was a great need for ultrasound technology for the Mexico project, she was able to immediately offer help.

It so happened that the 10-year-old ultrasound machine at Positive Choices had recently been replaced by a new model, leaving the older, gently used equipment available for further use. Donating it will allow the Mexico clinics to better treat the underprivileged population they serve. “It can be used in several different ways to ensure the health of mothers and babies, and it hasn’t seen heavy use,” said Lesa Lambert, a registered nurse with Positive Choices. “We’re so thankful that we’ve found somewhere it can be helpful.”

Another need was filled when Brindley spoke at the Rotary Club of Homewood about his ongoing involvement in the Mexico mission.

During his presentation, he listed prenatal care as a concern, and specifically, a lack of fetal monitors. The visit resulted in a partnership between the Homewood and Trussville Noon clubs in fur-

nishing a total of eight fetal delivery monitors for the mission project.

“Our past president, Gregg Wadsworth, had expressed a desire during his year for us to do a grant project internationally,” said Jennifer Kyle, the current president of the Homewood club. “When Hugh spoke at our club, we realized that this would fit in perfectly with what Gregg had envisioned doing.”

The president of the Trussville Noon Rotary is Brindley’s wife, Carole, who has long supported her husband’s efforts to render medical care for people in need.

“Every one of the 14 years Trussville Noon Rotary has participated in the Mexico medical project has been a joy and a blessing,” she said, “from gathering a plethora of medical equipment and medicines to providing clothing for orphans and children in poverty, shoes for children and adults living at the basura (city dump), sunhats and children’s toys. None of this would have been possible without Rotary grants, networking with other Rotary clubs and the support of our club membership.”

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Springville

Driving

termeyer recently closed on the purchase of the former Springville Café location and announced he plans to open a second location of his popular The Ark restaurant within weeks.

“There’s a lot of renovations that have to be done in that building. I don’t want it to be referred to as the old Springville Café building anymore,” Ostermeyer said.

“We’re going to tear down that middle wall. We’re going to paint the inside and outside. It’s going to look very Hallmark movieish.”

Ostermeyer said the restaurant should open in two to three months but renovations could begin within a week. He added the restaurant would feature the same menu as his popular restaurant in Riverside, Ala. “This is a big win for the community. We’re excited to welcome them to the Springville community,” said Mayor Dave Thomas speaking to The Trussville

9-11 a.m. for the schools registered to attend. The event is not open to the public.

Hundreds of 8-12 grade students are expected to attend.

Students will hear personal stories from speakers impacted by teen driving crashes.

During small group sessions, students will use driving simulators to experience the challenges of driving distracted.

They will also wear goggles that simulate the effects of alcohol and marijuana impairment while performing simple tasks. Other sessions will cover safety-related topics, including the Alabama Graduated Driver License law, emergency medical response to car crashes and driving safely around large commercial trucks.

The keynote speaker will be Mike Lutzenkirchen, executive director of the Lutzie 43 Foundation. He established the foundation to honor his son, former Auburn football player Philip Lutzenkirchen, who died in a car crash in-

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Springville Council meeting on November 6, 2023. (Credit: Terry Schrimscher)

Tribune. Thomas added the restaurant is a very popular spot for many in Springville and others in the county, and he expects to see huge crowds coming to the city that would otherwise drive to the far side of Pell City to eat at The Ark. The Council also heard a presentation from Walter Lewis of Piper Sandler, an investment bank, on ways to manage the city’s investments. The city has worked with Raymond James for investments and Thomas said the city has been very pleased with the results.

“As I said in the meeting, I’m a big fan of competition.

I believe in diversification and not a big fan of putting my eggs all in one basket,” Thomas said.

“Ultimately, I’d like to get Springville out of debt,” he added. “We have to get the best value for the Springville taxpayers.”

In other business, the Council continued resolution to the first meeting in December to make a decision on vacating a right of way on Robinson Street. The decision was made after a public hearing on the request and the

Council asked for more time to make a better decision.

The Council approved an ordinance to amend business license fees. The amended ordinance would consolidate some fees into one business license for related functions.

The Council also approved an additional $10,000 to paint the outside of a water tank. The Council approved the painting of six water tanks in July.

The next meeting of the Springville City Council will be held at 6 p.m. on Nov. 21, with a work session at 5:30 p.m. prior to the meeting.

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The event is a collaboration between Children’s of Alabama, the Alabama Department of Transportation, State Farm, Drive Safe Alabama, The Alabama Sports Festival Foundation, the Alcohol Beverage Control Board and Safe Kids Alabama. The summit is being funded funded by State Farm.

Motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death for teenagers in the United States. Driver inexperience is a leading contributor to crashes and injuries for teen drivers. Educating teen drivers about the dangers of the road and how to drive safely is the goal of the UR Keys 2 DRV coalition of safety organizations.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF TRUSSVILLE TRUSSVILLE, ALABAMA LILES LANE CULVERT REPLACEMENT General Notice City of Trussville (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: Liles Lane Culvert Replacement Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Trussville City Hall Annex located at 113 North Chalkville Road, Trussville, Alabama 35173, until Monday, November 27, 2023, at 2:00PM local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read.

The Project includes the following Work: The work is generally described as the replacement of four (4) 56”x84” corrugated metal pipe roadway culverts with five (5) 60” reinforced concrete pipe roadway culverts at an existing stream crossing beneath Liles Lane just west of Honor Keith Road in the City of Trussville.

Total length of culvert is estimated at 300 LF (60 LF per barrel). The project includes grading, drainage, base, and paving.

Bids are requested for the following Contract: Liles Lane Culvert Replacement The Project has an expected duration of 60 days for substantial completion. The Contract will be paid for out of local funds immediately available to Owner.

Obtaining the Bidding Documents The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Civil Consultants, Inc. 3528 Vann Road, Suite 105 Birmingham, AL 35235 Prospective Bidders may obtain or examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00AM CST and 4:30PM CST beginning on Friday, November 10, 2023, and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below.

Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office.

Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office by paying a deposit of $200.00 for each set. Bidders who return full sets of the Bidding Documents in good condition within 10 days after receipt of Bids will receive a full refund. Non-Bidders, and Bidders who obtain more than one set of the Bidding Documents, will receive a refund of $100 for documents returned in good condition within the time limit indicated above. Make deposit checks for Bidding Documents payable to Civil Consultants, Inc. Bidding Documents may be purchased from the Issuing Office during the hours indicated above. Issuing Office will not ship documents.

Pre-bid Conference A pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023 at 2:00PM CST at Trussville City Hall Annex, 113 North Chalkville Road, Trussville, Alabama 35173.

Instructions to Bidders.

For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. If you have questions about the bid process or the Project, please email your question in writing to J.T. Murphy at jmurphy@ccipe.com.

No bids will be received after the time of the bid submission deadline that is set forth above. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive technical errors and/or abandon the bid process if, in their judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted.

Bids must be submitted on the Bid Form furnished with the Bidding Documents. The City reserves the right to hold bid proposals for a period of sixty (60) days after the date of receiving bid proposals. Each bid proposal must be accompanied by a bid bond or certified check payable to the City of Trussville in an amount equal to 5% of the total amount of the bid proposal, but not to exceed $10,000.

Interested contractors shall submit their bid in an envelope that prominently displays the name and address of the contractor and the contractor’s Alabama license number with the date of renewal on the front of the envelope. Envelopes are to be clearly labeled Liles Lane Culvert Replacement – Bid Proposal – City of Trussville.

This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: City of Trussville Date: November 3, 2023

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Keeping up on the court with an orthopedic surgeon Written by Mark E. Rogers, M.D., of OrthoAlabama Spine & Sports

Basketball demands precision, agility, and teamwork.

For players throughout Alabama, the basketball season can be both thrilling and physically demanding. As a fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon with many years of experience, I understand the significance of preventing and managing injuries, especially in young athletes. For players, coaches, and parents of players, it’s important to know the most common basketball injuries — ACL injuries, sprained ankles, and shin splints — as well as what they involve, how to handle them when they occur, and how to prevent them.

ACL Injuries The knee joint is a marvel of engineering, but it’s also vulnerable to injuries, particularly the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). The ACL is a ligament that stabilizes the knee, preventing it from excessive forward movement. In basketball, sudden stops, pivots and jumps can lead to ACL tears. When a player lands awkwardly after a jump or suddenly changes direction, the ACL can be stretched or torn, causing significant pain and instability.

What to Do: • If an ACL injury is suspected, immediate medical attention is vital.

• The R.I.C.E method (rest, ice, compression, elevation) should be followed to reduce swelling and pain.

• Physical therapy is usually recommended to regain strength and stability.

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Prevention: • Engage in regular strength and conditioning exercises that focus on the lower body, emphasizing proper landing techniques, and practice agility drills.

• Wearing properly fitting shoes that provide ankle and arch support can also help reduce the risk.

Sprained Ankles Ankles are intricate structures comprised of ligaments that provide stability. When a player lands on an opponent’s foot or twists the ankle during rapid movements, the ligaments can be stretched or torn, resulting in a sprain. The severity of a sprain varies, but it often leads to swelling, pain

Prevention: • Strengthening ankle muscles through exercises like resistance band workouts, balancing exercises and proprioception training can enhance stability.

• Wearing high-top basketball shoes with good ankle support and taping or bracing the ankles can

and difficulty in weight-bearing.

What to Do: • Initially, the R.I.C.E. method is effective.

• For mild sprains, rest and proper rehabilitation exercises can aid recovery.

• Severe sprains may require immobilization and physical therapy.

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• Compression sleeves and orthotic shoe inserts can provide support.

Prevention: • Gradually increasing the intensity and duration of workouts can help prevent shin splints.

• Additionally, wearing appropriate footwear designed for basketball and ensuring proper running techniques can significantly reduce the risk.

Jumper’s Knee Jumper’s knee, also known as patellar tendinitis, involves the inflammation of the patellar tendon, the thick band of tissue that connects the kneecap to the shinbone.

This injury often plagues athletes who engage in frequent jumping, such as basketball players. The repetitive stress from jumping and landing can strain the tendon, causing pain and swelling just below the kneecap.

What to Do: • Rest the affected knee and apply ice for 15 to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours to reduce swelling and pain.

• Use a compression bandage to control swelling, and elevate the leg above the heart level to further reduce discomfort.

• Consult a physical therapist for tailored exercises that strengthen muscles and improve flexibility to aid in recovery and prevent future occurrences.

Prevention: • Strengthening the quadriceps, hamstrings and calf muscles through exercises like squats, lunges and calf raises can distribute the stress more evenly across the knee joint.

The Trussville Tribune • Additionally, incorporating exercises where the muscles lengthen under tension can specifically target the patellar tendon, making it more resilient to the demands of the game.

Achilles Tendon Injuries The Achilles tendon, the largest tendon in the human body, connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It is crucial for various movements, including jumping, running, and even standing on tiptoes. In basketball, sudden acceleration, deceleration, or improper landing after a jump can strain or rupture the Achilles tendon, leading to sharp pain and hindrance in movement.

What to Do: • Rest the leg, apply ice, use compression bandages, and elevate the leg above the heart level.

• Engage in physical therapy for specific exercises that strengthen calf muscles and the Achilles ten-

don. Regular stretching exercises improve flexibility and support healing.

• Consider custom orthotic devices like shoe inserts to provide additional support and reduce stress on the Achilles tendon.

Prevention • Regularly stretching the calf muscles and Achilles tendon before and after games can improve their elasticity, reducing the risk of strain.

• Incorporating specific calf-strengthening exercises, such as heel drops and toe taps, can enhance the tendon’s endurance, making it more resistant to sudden forces during gameplay.

General Tips for Injury Prevention Warm up and Cool Down: Proper warm-up exercises increase blood flow to the muscles, making them more flexible and less prone to injury. Cooling down with stretching can enhance flexi-

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Stay Hydrated and Well-Nourished: Proper hydration and nutrition are essential for overall body function and injury prevention. Dehydration can lead to muscle cramps and fatigue, increasing the risk of injuries.

Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to any signs of discomfort or pain. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s crucial to rest and seek medical advice if needed. Ignoring minor discomfort can lead to more severe injuries.

Cross-Training: Engaging in a variety of physical activities can balance muscle development, prevent overuse injuries, and enhance overall athleticism.

Regular Check-Ups: Athletes should undergo regular health check-ups to monitor their physical condition. This can help identify potential issues early and prevent injuries.

While basketball injuries are common, they are not inevitable. With proper preparation, training and vigilance, basketball players in Alabama can significantly reduce their risk of injury. Remember, prevention is key, but in the event of an injury, seeking timely medical attention and following a structured rehabilitation program are paramount. By combining skillful play with a focus on physical well-being, young athletes can enjoy a fulfilling and injury-free basketball season.

As a sports medicine surgeon, my message to the athletes of Alabama is this: your passion for the game can coexist with your safety. By understanding the intricacies of your body and respecting its limits, you can continue to excel on the court while prioritizing your well-being. Stay mindful, stay prepared and let the spirit of the game thrive in the face of a safer, injury-conscious approach to basketball.

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Finance

November 8 - 14, 2023

Lemming Herd Mentality

By David R. Guttery, RFC, RFS, CAM President, Keystone Financial Group-Trussville Al

DON’T BE A LEMMING! Thirty three years ago, my finance 412 professor put that brain fold into my mind. He would engage the class by posing scenarios and then randomly selecting students to opine with their thoughts. One particular day, as I was half way through my response, he extended his hand and interrupted me mid-sentence with “Don’t be a lemming Mr. Guttery”.

In case you didn’t already know, a lemming is a furry brown rodent. They tend to

live in very large, concentrated communities, and they migrate as do many other species of animals. In the 17th century, naturalist studies in Norway concluded that migratory patterns were often sparked by disruption, or fear.

Many studies recorded herds of these lemmings reaching a water impediment, into which they would dive and attempt to cross. The problem is that lemmings aren’t the best of swimmers, and many in the herd died from drowning.

This is the nexus behind the phrase, “don’t be a lemming”. It’s a metaphor for human behavior. Very often, herd mentality, driven by fear, panic, and speculation can re-

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sult in actions that are shall we say, less than healthy. I love this Far Side cartoon, and I refer to it during periods of market and economic distress. See the lemming in the upper right corner with the floaty ring around his waist?

Be that guy.

Seriously, we as investors must truly be mindful of not only the palpable sentiment that I described within my last article, but furthermore, we must be aware of how such inspires and impacts our behavior.

Don’t be a lemming can also be a metaphor for thinking outside of the box. Resist the temptation to buy into the herd mentality of the

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day, and think outside of the box. I help my clients with this exercise on a daily basis.

You’ve heard Warren Buffet suggest that you should be greedy when others are fearful, and fearful when others are greedy. Well, if you agree with that statement, then realize that it’s impossible to be greedy when others are fearful if you’re running with a pack of lemmings.

Rise above, think outside of the box, get a bigger box if you have to, because perspective is the key to making this work. Most importantly, you must realize that often perspective, comes with proximity. I’ll illustrate this by first asking you a question. What happened on October the 19th, in 1987?

Let me give you some back story first. I was in my first finance 101 class at the University of Alabama. I want you to get the image of Santa Claus in your mind.

Older fella, white hair, white beard, rosacea in the cheeks.

This guy bounced into class every day, always happy, and he would always begin the session with the joke of the day. Mind you, these were the corn ball kinds of jokes that made you bury your head into your hands. He made the class fun, and you never wanted to miss his lecture.

On this particular Monday, he dragged into class, stoically, and was white as a sheet of paper. No joke of the day. He placed his book on the lectern and began writing on the board. It was such a stark change of behavior that my class mates and I exchanged glances, and wondered if someone had died or something.

As it turns out, on that

David R. Guttery, RFC, RFS, CAM, President, Keystone Financial Group-Trussville Al

Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 22.6% in one day. Allow me to cast some current day clarity on that number. As of midday trading on Wednesday, the first of November, if we were to match that feat, the Dow Jones Industrial Average would be down by 7,500 points. (1) Now let that soak in for a second. Can you imagine looking at your phone app one afternoon and realizing that the Dow had closed 7,500 points down that day?

Thirty-six years later, and across other major periods of disruption like both Gulf wars, the Russian Ruble crisis, 9/11, Y2K, Ebola, Sars, Afghanistan and Covid, we’ve never seen anything close to this again. Now, for perspective’s sake, remember that by the end of the year in 1987, the Dow Jones Industrial Average finished higher for

the year by 2.3%. (1) Now, I was in school, so I was unaware of what was happening, but I can only imagine the panic and negative sentiment that must have been pervasive with investors at the time. And, this was before the age of smart phones and the internet. Can you imagine how much worse the level of panic would have been had information been immediately available as it is today?

So, let me demonstrate one way that I use this historical event to help clients remain with perspective. Grab your checkbook and hold it in front of you. This is what losing over 22% in one day looks like. Now, touch your face and cover your eyes with the checkbook. This is what losing over 22% in one day looked like on October 19th, 1987.

Your vision is complete-

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November 8 - 14, 2023 ly occluded. If you tried to walk, you would probably run into something and hurt yourself. Now, take the checkbook and place it on a counter top and walk five steps away.

This is what losing over 22% looked like, on October 19th, 2017, thirty years later.

The dimensions of the event did not change. We still lost over 22% in one day. Your proximity to the event did change however. Notice that your vision is completely un-occluded.

I mentioned other periods of time, like both Gulf wars, the Russian Ruble crisis, Y2K, 9/11, Sars, Ebola, The Great Recession, and now Covid and its aftermath.

There have been many other times when our vision has been occluded, and each time, with time, distance, and proximity, vision and clarity have been restored.

When you’re working with a professional financial advisor, you are relying upon us to have the dispassionate outlook, and the thick skin necessary to avoid the persuasion of herd mentality, as we tactically manage portfolios through such periods of occlusion toward the end of accomplishing long term planning goals.

Why is having intestinal fortitude and perspective important during times such as these? Within previous articles, I’ve described what I call, “coiled springs”. Think of a spring. As anxiety and sentiment become palpable, that spring is crimped down more and more tightly. At the peak of the anxiety, there’s a lot of potential energy stored in that coiled spring. This is an analogy for under-valued stocks. In my opinion, by the quantitative data, there are a myriad of stocks that are trading at levels that are lower than they should otherwise be trading.

By keeping a long-term perspective, you’re making such periods of anxiety work for you, by having the intestinal fortitude to be greedy

when others are fearful, and accumulate new, or more shares of such companies at fear induced lower price points.

One day, a catalyst emerges that causes the market to recognize the coiled spring.

This could be a positive comment from an analyst, or a better-than-expected earnings report. The paradox of a coiled spring is that you must be sitting on it before it pops if it’s going to be of any benefit to you. Much like being unable to surf a wave once it’s passed you by, likewise you can’t chase an uncoiled spring. You either had it or you didn’t.

So, the danger is giving into fear induced capitulation, and sitting in cash, and missing what could be a sharp and sudden rebound in the value of a company upon which you gave up and sold at the wrong time. Tactically manage your portfolio from quarter to quarter, yes, but remain vigilant toward the achievement of goals. Over the 36 years since the worst single day in the market’s history, we’ve established many subsequent new highs. This period of occlusion will pass eventually

as well. The only question, is will you be ready and well positioned when it does?

Many clients have asked about how a company that should be trading at higher values, can find itself trading at significant a discount.

How does that happen, and how do you recognize such value when it exists?

I’ve talked about this in previous articles as well.

Quantitative data. Follow the data, not the sensationalism. This is especially true as it pertains to the Federal Reserve, and the shock that markets felt when the approach to removing accommodation was as heavy handed as we’ve seen in 40 years.

There are a basket of stocks for example that I refer to as being “Covid orphans”.

These are stocks that surged to untenably high levels during the crisis. We were working from home, consuming from home, and the stock values of companies that made it possible for us to continue moving forward skyrocketed.

Post crisis, we observed profit taking, and in my opinion, short selling on the part of hedge funds, that drove the values of these companies

into untenably low valuation ranges.

Then the Fed stepped in and it has preoccupied the market’s attention ever since.

In my opinion, there are many companies that were overly sold, and just forgotten about when the Fed redirected the attention of the market.

I use quantifiable data, and dispassionate diagnostic tools, to evaluate these opportunities of value dislocation.

I have no idea when these coiled springs might pop, but I am comfortable in my analysis of the valuation, and furthermore, I’m comfortable with the acquisition of more shares, the dilution of cost basis, and waiting on the market to wake up, once we have greater clarity and proximity to the event that caused the dislocation in the first place.

1. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/blackmonday.asp (*) David R. Guttery, RFC, RFS, CAM, is a financial advisor, and has been in

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practice for 32 years, and is the President of Keystone Financial Group in Trussville.

David offers products and services using the following business names: Keystone Financial Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA / SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services – investment advisory services. AIC and AAS are not affiliated with Keystone Financial Group.

Information provided is gathered from sources believed to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee their accuracy. This information should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Past performance is not an indicator of future results. Examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered representative of any investment. Investments involve risks, including loss of principal.

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Outdoors

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Celebration of Bats continues at Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries

By David Rainer Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Bats are ubiquitous during the Halloween season, but these creatures deserve celebration year-round for their contribution to our sustainable food production. By eating insects by the billions, bats save U.S. agriculture as much as $3.7 billion per year in pest control. Bats also play a role in the pollination of some plants.

After Bat Week ended on Halloween, the celebration at the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division continued with the recognition of one of its biologists, Nick Sharp, for his contributions to bat research and protection in Alabama. As chair of the Al-

abama Bat Working Group, Sharp recently accepted the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s (AWF) Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award for Wildlife Conservationist of the Year. Sharp was also recognized individually by the Alabama Chapter of the Wildlife Society as Wildlife Biologist of the Year.

“It was extremely important to be recognized,” Amy Silvano, WFF’s Assistant Chief of the Wildlife Section. said of the AWF and Wildlife Society awards. “The Alabama Bat Working Group is a collaborative conservation effort composed of multiple agencies. These organizations and individuals collectively work toward the conservation of bats and their habitat throughout the state. The group has identified bat management practices, workshop training and they host the Bat Blitz.”

A northern long-eared bat is examined after being captured at Perdido River Wildlife Management Area earlier this year.

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During this year’s Bat Blitz in May in southwest Alabama, the group captured a bat species, the northern long-eared bat, that was thought to have almost disappeared from the state because of white-nose syndrome (WNS), a deadly fungal disease that infects hibernating bats. On the last day of the event, one male and two pregnant female northern longeared bats were captured, identified and later released on a Forever Wild Land Trust tract within the Perdido River Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Baldwin County.

“The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has been intentional

about acquiring land along the Perdido River corridor to add to the land that currently encompasses the Perdido WMA,” said ADCNR Commissioner Chris Blankenship, who serves as Chairman of the Forever Wild Land Trust Board of Trustees. “The discovery of this endangered species in the area we are working to protect is further evidence of the importance of this land in eastern Baldwin County.”

Although the awards were greatly appreciated, the discovery of the northern long-eared bat was the most important event of 2023 for Sharp.

“Those captures of the

northern long-eared bat caused a great deal of excitement,” Sharp said. “None of us expected to catch them.

For background on this, in the past few years, they have discovered populations of northern long-eared bats in coastal North Carolina and South Carolina. The reason that’s important is there are no caves in those areas. They also determined these bats were active year-round, that they weren’t going into hibernation. So, that’s important because it means they are not going into caves and being exposed to white-nose syndrome.”

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Keith Hudson, a biologist with the Alabama Bat Working Group, stands in front of the completed gate at Bat Cave near Florence. (Dylan Shaw, WFF)

WFF’s Nick Sharp, left, was named Biologist of the Year and Eric Soehren received the Lifetime Achievement award from the Alabama Chapter of the Wildlife Society. (Dylan Shaw, WFF)

mon species in eastern North America. Because the population has been decimated

by WNS, the northern longeared bat was federally listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act in 2022.

“The fact that these bats were living in these areas and not dying of white-nose syndrome created this idea that we should organize the Bat Blitz to go to coastal Alabama,” he said. “We thought it was a longshot, but we decided to try. Lo and behold, on the last night of the Bat Blitz, we made those captures. It was surprising and quite rewarding – taking a longshot effort and it is paying off. This has really good implications for this species in Alabama because there

“It’s still a significant threat,” he said. “White-nose syndrome continues to be a devastating disease. Despite a lot of effort, no cure or treatment has been developed.

In the last couple of years, tri-colored bat numbers have looked a little more stable.

Maybe they are leveling out although we don’t have the numbers we used to have.”

As far as conservation efforts, another cave, this one called Bat Cave in Lauderdale County near Florence, has been gated to protect the bats’ habitat from human disturbance.

“The area along the Tennessee River is very important for gray bats, another endangered species,” Sharp said. “That species seems to be doing okay. The habitat in

are no caves in coastal Alabama.”

Biologists returned to Perdido River WMA in June of this year to try to catch additional northern long-eared bats. Another male and a lactating female were captured, indicating the female had given birth in the area.

Sharp said although an attempt to track the bats with radio tags was unsuccessful, the ability to return to the site and catch more northern long-eared bats confirms a resident, breeding population in the area.

“Coastal Alabama can be added to the list of locations where these bats may survive white-nose syndrome,” Sharp said. “That’s quite important for Alabama and the whole bat world.”

Another bat species that was once common but is now of concern is the tri-colored bat. A total of 15 bat species have been documented in Alabama.

“The tri-colored bat used to be so numerous in caves that nobody bothered to count them,” Sharp said.

“But now they have been heavily affected by whitenose syndrome, so now they are under review for listing under the Endangered Species Act. We anticipate that decision to come in the coming year.”

Sharp said, fortunately, the status of WNS in Alabama has changed very little since 2017. WNS has not been detected in south Alabama, so it appears the disease hasn’t spread any farther south.

Alabama is very important to them, so being able to put the gate on that cave is another important step in the conservation of that species.”

As for the awards, Sharp said the AWF award was special, but the recognition should include all members of the working group.

“The Alabama Bat Working Group is a collection of people from state, federal and private entities,” he said.

“I received the award on behalf of the working group as its leader for the last eight years. I received the award, but it was not just me. It was the whole working group. It never crossed my mind that I would receive an award for the group.

“Likewise, it never crossed my mind that I would

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receive an award from the Alabama Chapter of the Wildlife Society. It really represents the pinnacle of my career. It’s very gratifying that both of these awards are nominations from my peers. I can’t ask for more than that.”

Silvano said Sharp’s efforts have been crucial to the conservation of numerous species in Alabama.

“Nick has been one of the pivotal members in our agency for threatened and endangered species, especially bats,” Silvano said. “He, with multiple partners, has identified multiple wintering caves that we have gotten grant funds for to gate and protect. That has really been spearheaded by Nick. He has done a wonderful job in his collaborative efforts.”

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Cahaba Inspired Artists Reception Thursday, November 09: 5:30pm - 8:00pm Trussville Public Library - LBK Auditorium

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The Reception will feature food and beverages catered by the Hewitt Trussville Culinary Academy and the awarding of cash prizes for Best-inshow ($500), second ($200), third place ($100) by the juror, Dr. Graham Boettcher. The show will also feature a Peoples’ Choice Award ($300) in which visitors may vote for their favorite work of art.

This event is the second in a series called CAHABA INSPIRED. These public events in November all revolve around our local river.

The Cahaba River headwaters begin right here in our own Trussville Community.

The Cahaba is the longest free flowing river in our state but it is quite unique in that its flows for many miles through the heart of a major urban area before continuing on its journey through some of the most beautiful and biodiverse natural areas in this country or world. As a result, the river and its habitat experience very unique challenges.

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Arts Trussville presents “River Dreams” Sunday, November 12: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Trussville Public Library - LBK Auditorium

Join us for a guided sensory time followed by free play at several stations set up around the large auditorium with various toys.

Join Ms. Alicia for special playtime program for preschool-aged children. A guided sensory time will begin at 10:00, followed by free play at several stations set up around the large auditorium with various toys.

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Children’s Storytime Thursday, November 09: 10:30am - 11:00am Trussville Public Library - LBK Auditorium Join Ms. Alicia for stories, songs, bubble time, and lots of fun!

Join us for a viewing of Hunter Nichols’ Productions fantastic, award-winning film documentary on the Cahaba River entitled “River Dreams”.

This event is the second in a series called CAHABA INSPIRED. These public events in November all revolve around our local river.

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Tony Alfred Cox, Jr

december 3, 1932 – october 25, 2023

Tony Alfred Cox, Jr, 90, passed peacefully on October 25, 2023 in Panama City Beach, FL surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born December 3, 1932 in West Blocton, Alabama, the son of Tony Cox, Sr. and Alys Holmes of Trussville, Alabama He is survived by his sons, Kurt Michael Cox (Denise) and Tony Ryan Cox (Melanie); grandsons Zachary and Evan; brother Michael Holmes Cox, Sr. (Linda), nephew Michael Holmes Cox, Jr. (Elise), and niece Alys Wendolyn Cox. Tony grew up in Trussville, where he graduated from Hewitt High School. He then attended the University of Alabama, where he received a B.S. in Biology, was accepted into the Medical College of Alabama, (The School of Medicine at UAB), and did post-graduate work in Biochemistry at the University of Alabama before being commissioned as a 2nd Lt. in the Air Force in 1956.

He entered active duty January 1st, 1957, and attended pilot training assignments in Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Texas; Bainbridge AFB, Bainbridge, Georgia; Webb AFB, Big Spring, Texas; and completed advanced interceptor school at Moody AFB, Valdosta, Georgia flying F-86’s.

He was then assigned to the 11th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, Duluth, Minnesota where he flew F-102’s and F-106’s. Here, he met and married Joanne Burgraff of Superior, Wisconsin.

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Wyllodene Mulkey

august 10, 1930 — october 27, 2023

Wyllodene Smith Mulkey peacefully passed away at the age of 93 on October 27, 2023. She was born in Fayette County Alabama on August 10, 1930 and graduated from Hewitt Trussville High School in 1948.

She was a dedicated mother and grandmother, enjoying life’s precious moments. Her professional life began at the Northeast YMCA then for over 30 years as a medical transcriptionist at Medical Center East. She enjoyed delving into captivating books and was a talented seamstress. Her adventurous spirit took her on trips with friends as she created lasting memories. She was an avid gardener – it reflected her connection to the earth and her joy in nurturing the beauty of the world around her. Her poetry allowed her to capture life’s fleeting moments and the memories most important to her. She would express gratitude for the love and companionship shared throughout her life. Her Christian faith, which guided her in life, assures her the eternal love that awaits us all.

She is preceded in death by her parents R Quinton and Almeda Wright Smith Watson, and her brother Ernest Ferrell Smith of Georgia. She left behind her children Karen Amberson of Montevallo, Cheryl (Danny) Holmes of Sylacauga and David (Gwen) Mulkey of Wilsonville, grandchildren Kevin Holmes (Amy) of Michigan and Keri Holmes Yother (John Frank) of Birmingham, three great grand children Anna Claire, Elizabeth and Daniel Yother.

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In 1962 he was chosen as an F-106 instructor assigned to the newly forming Combat Crew Training Squadron at Tyndall AFB, Panama City, Florida. where his first mission was not training new pilots, but flying intercepts during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Four years later, he was assigned to Takhli, Thailand, and Nha Trang, Vietnam to fly combat in the F-105 where he was decorated with the Air Medal. In 1968 he returned, and was again assigned to fly intercepts in the F-106, this time to Loring AFB, Maine. In 1969 he was assigned to the Operations Staff of Tyndall AFB back in Panama City, then operations officer in Havre, Montana, then Senior Director, 20th NORAD, in Petersburg, Virginia. and was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal. This completed 20 years of active military service, and he received an honorable discharge on January 31,1977 at the rank of Major.

Betty Sims

june 20, 1936 — october 28, 2023

If flying fighter aircraft was his profession, fishing was his passion. He retired to the shore of Lake Talquin, Gadsden County, Florida, where he had spent nearly every annual leave to fish for largemouth bass, often pulling his sons out of school to join him. He became a professional bass fishing guide on the lake, and it’s where he met his best fishing companion and longtime partner, Carolyn Williams, who predeceased him.

Betty B. Sims, 87, of Trussville, AL, went to be with her Lord on October 28, 2023.

She was born June 20, 1936, to James M. “Jim” and Earline Bain. She was a dedicated wife and mother, a doting grandmother, and a loyal friend to many. Mrs. Sims is survived by her son, Rick Sims (Teresa) of Birmingham, AL; granddaughters, Ashley Lockwood (Stewart), Michele Clark (Donnie), Jamie Sims, and Kaylee Sims; and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Stanford Sims; son, Stanley B. “Stan” Sims; parents, Jim and Earline Bain; brother, Harold Bain; and sister, Linda Goodwin

His final years were spent close to his family in Panama City Beach. He will be remembered for always wanting to tell a funny story rather than a sad one, for being a patriot, and for being a true gentleman.

Burial service was held at the Tallahassee National Cemetery at 2 p.m. (ET) on November 6th.

Sylvia Inabnit

Virginia Campbell

Sylvia Gail Inabnit, 88, passed away on October 25, 2023 in Oneonta, AL. She was born on April 26, 1935 in Gadsden, AL to Cecil and Robbie Bradford.

Mrs. Virginia Ella Campbell, age 88, of Birmingham passed away on October 29, 2023. Virginia attended Huffman Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth H. Campbell.

april 26, 1935 — october 25, 2023 She graduated from Gadsden High School. Gail married Henry S. Inabnit, Jr. on August 14, 1955 at East Gadsden Baptist Church. The couple had 3 children Pam Helton (Cecil), Jan Brooks (Kent), Robbie Lynch (Chris). She was Nana to nine beautiful grandchildren and 16 beautiful great-grandchildren. She is preceeded in death by her husband of 49 years and both parents.

Barbara Ann Hudson (Shuga)

september 11, 1935 — october 29, 2023

She is survived by her Son Steve (Darlene) Campbell; daughter, Brenda (Paul) Tucker; Grandsons, Nicholas Campbell, Joshua (Jessica) Campbell and Damian Tucker; sisters, Alice Faye Moody and Mary Barbara Head.

Visitation will be on Monday, November 6, 2023 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. A chapel service will follow at the funeral home at 12:00 pm. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Gardens.

september 16, 1933 — october 26, 2023

Bettye Plott

Barbara Ann Hudson (Shuga), age 90, of Pinson, Al on October 26, 2023. She was born in Bessemer, Al to James Arrington and Lula Gray Carrell on September 16, 1933. Barbara graduated from Hueytown High School and went on to further her education receiving a bachelors degree as a RN for 40 plus years. She had a passion for gardening, cooking, and playing hymns on her keyboard. She was known for her coconut cakes and homemade pies. Barbara grew up modeling and felt her best in her favorite color red. Barbara and her son Steven were long time members of Eastlake Methodist Church.

august 21, 1935 — october 25, 2023 Bettye Plott, age 88 of Trussville Alabama, went to her eternal home in Christ on October 25, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Thelma Vardaman.

Bettye leaves behind her loving husband, Howard Plott, children Mike Walker (Angela) of Birmingham Alabama, Teresa Velleggia(Frank) of Monkton, Maryland, Dale Walker(Kerrie) of Jacksonville Florida, Gip Plott of Birmingham AL, and Julie Plott of Mobile AL, grandchildren Scarlett, Callie and Michael Walker, Trey Velleggia(Anna) Joe Velleggia(Amy) and Lacey Velleggia Snyder(Jeremy), Courtney, Jacob, Avery, Emylee and Blake Walker. She also leaves behind 7 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; James Arrington and Lula Gray Carrell; two sister; Betty; brothers, Nimrod and Carrell; sons, Douglas and Scott Price and one grandchild Adam.

Barbara leaves behind her son Steven Price; sister, Dorothy, and 3 grandchildren.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 5, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:00 pm with a service to follow in the chapel at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville. Committal service to follow in the adjoining cemetery.

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Bettye was a graduate of Howard College, where she was president of her sorority, Alpha Delta Pi. She later earned her Masters Degree in Guidance and Counseling from Samford University. Bettye enjoyed many years as a guidance counselor at Banks High School, as well as being a sponsor for the girls tennis

As a long time member of Wilson Chapel United Methodist Church, Bettye sang in the choir for over 50 years and was a Sunday school teacher. Her greatest joys were spending time with her family, cheering on the Crimson Tide and having outings with her “Lunch Bunch Ladies.”

Her loving and sweet spirit will live on through her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The family request in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wilson Chapel United Methodist Church 412 Cumberland Dr., Birmingham, AL 35206

Robert Haslam “Bob” Kirby

october 26, 1934 — october 30, 2023

Robert Haslam (Bob) Kirby Jr. of Remlap, Al. passed away on October 30, 2023, at the age of 89. He was born to Robert Haslam Kirby Sr. and Ethel Brunson Kirby on October 26, 1934 in Montgomery, Al. He graduated from Sidney Lanier High School in Montgomery, Al. and attended Auburn University. He was drafted into the US Army in 1954 and served two years of active duty as a Military Policeman in Germany. Bob started his career with Delta Airlines in Montgomery, Al. He held many job titles with Delta, working in Memphis, TN., Charlotte, NC., San Francisco, CA., and Juneau, AK., before his retirement as Station Manager in Birmingham, Al. with 34 years of service.

Bob is survived by his wife of 64 years, Evelyn Hahn (Lyn) Kirby; son, Robert Haslam Kirby, III (Jane); daughter, Jenifer Kirby Boak; sister, Penny Spivey; nephew, Kirby Spivey (Jennifer).

5 Grandchildren: Jeff Davis (Ashley), Robert Haslam (Bobby) Kirby, IV., Samantha Kirby, Bradley Boak (Emily), and Bailey Boak.

6 Great Granddaughters: Anna Kirby, Reese Kirby, Isla Kirby, Emilia Davis, Caroline Davis and Charlotte Boak.

In addition, he is also survived by numerous extended family members and friends.

He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father and friend with unwavering generosity.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Al. Visitation will begin at 1:00pm following a chapel service at 2:00pm.

Elbert Brooks

october 3, 1940 — october 29, 2023 Mr. Elbert “Buster” Brooks, age 83, of Hoover, AL passed away at his home on October 29, 2023. Mr. Brooks was a retired police officer with the City of Homewood, and a graduate from The University of Alabama at Birmingham. He was member of Hoover First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 49yrs, Linda L Brooks, and his son, Sean D Brooks. He is survived by his son, Jeff A Brooks of Helena, AL. Visitation will be on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023 from 1:00 pm until 2:00 PM at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow the visitation at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of the funeral home. Entombment will be private at Jefferson Memorial Gardens In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider contributing to The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

Donald Ernest Cox

july 27, 1927 — october 28, 2023

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Survivors include his daughter, Donna Cox Moore (Harold Moore); daughter in law, Patricia Cox; grandchildren, Teri Williams (Randy), Christopher Cox (Michelle), Andrew Cox; four great grandchildren, Ryan Williams, Tyler Williams, Caroline Cox, and Charlotte Cox; and one great great grandchild, Madison Williams.

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Springville secures first non-losing season in 12 years with victory over Pell City

By Johnny Sanders Sports Editor

SPRINGVILLE – Jon Clements and his staff and players continued a historic 2023 season on Friday night when they finished the regular season with an overtime victory over the Pell City Panthers in a 31-28 fight that guaranteed that the Tigers would not finish the regular season with more losses than wins for the first time since going 5-5 in 2011, long before the Clements era began at Springville.

Springville got on the board first on a Mahlon Alverson touchdown run, which should surprise no one who has been paying attention to the Tigers this season.

Springville went for the twopoint conversion to make it 8-0 but the Panthers would strike back before the quarter was over. The first period would end with Springville holding a narrow 8-7 lead.

The second quarter belonged to Pell City as the Panthers outscored Springville 10-0 to make it 17-8 heading into the locker room, which could have spelled doom for a team like Springville, who runs the triple option offense which is not built for coming from behind.

Just as the second quarter belonged to Pell City, the

Springville secures a 5-5 season with an overtime win over Pell City. Photo by: Joe Crowe

third belonged to Springville.

Early in the quarter, Caden Williams hit a field goal for the Tigers to make it 17-11.

With 1:26 to go in the third,

Pell City would line up to punt. The Springville defense would break through and get a hand on it and Kayden Hanrahan would scoop up the live

ball and run it 55 yards for a touchdown to make it 18-17.

Hanrahan said, “When I realized what was happening, all I knew was that we needed

that touchdown and it was on me to go get it. No one may notice, but it could not have been done without Cole (Tittle, fellow senior linebacker)

blocking the punt.”

Alverson would get his second touchdown of the night, this time from six yards out, to extend the Springville lead to 25-18. Pell City would rally back on the next drive and tie it with a touchdown of their own and a two-point conversion. Regulation would end with the game unresolved and a score of 25-25.

The extra period would see Springville’s defense cause Pell City kick a field goal that gave them the 28-25 advantage before Springville had a chance to answer. On the first play, Alverson busted up the middle and got the ball inside the five to set Springville up with first and goal. On third down, Jake Conner attempted to run the ball in but fumbled the ball and it looked like Pell City had it, but the Panther lineman could not hold onto the ball and Conner was able to get it back at the one-yard line. With the game on the line on fourth and goal from the one, Conner handed the ball to Mr. Reliable, Mahlon Alverson, who punched in his third score of the night to seal the win and the 5-5 regular season for the Tigers.

“All I can say is this is the game that we had to fight the most to win,” said See SPRINGVILLE, Page 20

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Key’s Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets upset North Carolina

November 8 - 14, 2023

Leeds shuts out Eagles

By John Goolsby Prep Sports Editor

ATLANTA – The Georgia Tech faithful in Bobby Dodd Stadium got a glimpse of the past and a glimpse of what they hope the future holds.

On a night when former Tech head coach and College Hall of Fame inductee Paul Johnson was honored, the Jackets pulled off a big ACC upset to keep their bowl hopes alive.

Trussville native and current Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key led the Yellow Jackets (4-4) to a 46-42 win over Mack Brown’s #17 ranked North Carolina Tar Heels (6-2).

Georgia Tech trailed by ten points with 11:13 remaining in the fourth quarter before scoring 14 unanswered points.

The Yellow Jackets cut the

Georgia Tech Head Coach, Brent Key. (Photo courtesy of Ramblinwreck.com)

lead to three points on Dontae Smith’s 70-yard run with 10:40 remaining.

Carolina, looking to put the game away, went on a seven-play 54-yard drive but missed a field goal.

Tech marched 79 yards in six played and took the lead on a Haynes King touchdown.

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The sophomore from Longview, Texas, tossed a five-yarder to Brett Seither with 4:28 remaining to give Tech a 46-42 lead.

The Tar Heels weren’t done and put together a fourplay 51-yard drive before See JACKETS, Page 20

By John Goolsby Prep Sport Editor

LEEDS-The Green Wave came into tonight’s game at Homer Smiles Stadium needing two things to happen to claim the 5A Region 7 number one overall seed.

First, Leeds needed to knock off 6A Center Point.

Second, a Southside loss to Etowah.

History was on Leeds’ side as the Greenies beat the Eagles 28-0 in 2021.

The Green Wave took care of item number one by beating Center Point 22-0.

The second item of need with have to wait 24 hours.

Quarterback Conner Nelson got Leeds on the board early in the first quarter.

Nelson kept the ball and scored on a 65-yard run down the sideline with 8:02 remaining in the first quarter. The PAT failed.

Things then went from bad to worse for the Eagles after they fumbled on the ensuing kick off.

Running back Chris Burg scored on a two-yard run with

4:50 remaining in the first to make it 12-0 after the PAT was once again missed.

Center Point headed to the locker room with zero points and four turnovers: two fumbles and two interceptions.

Leeds took the opening kickoff of the second half and put together a long drive.

The Green Wave drove to the Center Point 12 yard line before a penalty stopped the Leeds momentum.

Avery Langford made up for his two missed PATs by drilling a 28-yard field goal with 4:38 remaining in the 3rd quarter.

The seven minutes and twenty-two-second drive gave Leeds a 15-0 lead.

The Leeds’ defense turned up the pressure and forced a Center Point punt.

The Eagles got a second chance after Leeds was called for roughing the kicker.

The Eagles moved to the Leed’s 45 but were forced to punt to open the final period.

A 15-play drive took the ball from the Green Wave 17 to the Eagle 8-yard line, stalled after two Green Wave penalties.

See LEEDS, Page 20

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Playoff Picture 2023 By, John Goolsby and Johnny Sanders

TRUSSVILLE – 7 of 8 Trussville Tribune teams are eligible for the 2023 Alabama State Playoffs, which kick off this Friday night in various stadiums across the state. Not something that is unheard of in our area, Tribune teams are pretty regular when it comes to playoff appearances. However, this year was made interesting by an unlikely team making the playoffs after a rocky start as well as a team making the playoffs for the first time since their senior class was all around four years old. Here is your guide to round one for our beloved Trussville Tribune teams.

Hewitt Trussville Huskies (7-3/second in 7A R3) – The 7A Region 3 runners up to Thompson will host Bob Jones (5-5/third in 7AR4) in round one at Hewitt Trussville Stadium. The Huskies look to continue the way they played against Chelsea and not revisit the way they played against Spain Park in this first round matchup.

Clay Chalkville Cougars (10-0/6A R6 Champ) – The 6A Region 6 champs (10-0) will host the Cullman Bearcats (5-5/fourth in 6A R7) in the first round at Jerry Hood Field. Clay has been arguably the best team in the state this year, going undefeated and dominating most of the opponents they have faced as

well as a close win over 7A power Thompson. What the Cougars are really hoping to do is prevent a repeat of last season, when they dominated the regular season and found themselves eliminated after a first round shocker against Parker. The Redemption Tour 2023 is pretty determined to not have a repeat of last year.

Center Point Eagles (7-3/ third in 6A R6) – The 6A Region 6’s third spot went to Center Point, who will travel to Hartselle (8-2/second in 6A R7), have been on a bit of a skid lately, dropping their season finale to the Leeds Greenwave. George Bates and company look to rebound on the road Friday night with a first round win over the Tigers.

Pinson Valley Indians (4-5/fourth in 6A R6) – The Indians may be the biggest surprise in this story as they did not start the season off very well at all under new head coach Gentrell Eatman.

But Eatman and his coaching staff rallied the troops late in the season and key wins over

Shades Valley (the only Tribune team not to make the playoffs) and Pell City catapulted the Indians into a first round matchup where they will travel to Muscle Shoals (9-0/6A R7 champs) to take on the Trojans.

Leeds Greenwave (8-2/5A R6 champs*) – The co-champions of 5A Region 6, along with Moody and Southside Gadsden) ends up with the second seed and hosts a first round game against the Arab Knights (8-2/third in 5A R7).

The Greenwave started the season with a loss to Mortimer Jordan, which led to everyone wondering if this was the Leeds team of old. We found out not too many weeks later that, yes, this is the Leeds team of old. They had a huge win over Moody but the loss to Southside Gadsden earlier in the season was part of the potion that caused the threeway tie in the region. In 5A, not many teams are playing as good as the Greenwave now.

Moody Blue Devils (82/5A R6 champs*) – Another of the co-champions in this region finds themselves traveling in round one as the third seed due to a tiebreaker giving Southside the top seed and head to head going to Leeds. So the Blue Devils will go to Scottsboro (8-2/ second in 5A R7) to take on the Wildcats in first round See PLAYOFF, Page 20

Hewitt’s Kinley Harris was Sectional runner-up. Courtesy: Brian Harris

Area teams compete at XC Sectionals

By John Goolsby Prep Sports Editor

HOOVER – Trussville Tribune area cross country teams were in action this past Thursday for the AHSAA Cross Country Sectionals.

Hewitt-Trussville and Shades Valley competed at Veterans Park in Hoover.

Leeds, Moody, and Springville competed at Munny Sokol Park in Tuscaloosa.

Center Point’s boys com-

peted in 6A Section 5 in Scottsboro.

The Hewitt girls won 7A Section 3 ahead of Chelsea, Hoover, and Vestavia.

Kinley Harris was the top Hewitt runner with a second-place finish, just ahead of teammate Avery Cahoon in the third spot.

The Husky boys turned in a third-place finish behind Vestavia and Oak Mountain.

Shades Valley finished fifth in 6A Section 4 behind

Mountain Brook, Homewood, Briarwood Christian, and Gardendale.

Five Lady Mounties will be heading to the state championship meet as individual qualifiers: Elizabeth Harris, Lauren Lindsey, Grace Lindsey, Abbey Nelson, and Kristina Whaley.

The Shades Valley boys finished sixth.

Brian Moose, Ashton See AREA TEAMS, Page 20

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Jackets From page 18

fumbling the ball away to Tech.

The Jackets were able to pick up a first down and run the clock out.

The two teams combined for 88 points, 1,212 yards and 54 first downs.

Key, who played for Georgia Tech from 1997-2000, is now 4-0 against ranked ACC

Leeds From page 18

Leed’s set up a for another Langford field goal attempt, but called a fake instead.

Nelson hit Grayson Fors with a 14 yard strike to push the Greenies’ lead to 22- 0 with 1:46 left on the clock.

The Leed’s drive consumed ten minutes and fourteen seconds of the fourth quarter.

Center Point took over and picked up a first down but turned the ball over on downs.

Leed’s took possession and ran the clock out.

“Hats off to Leeds,” said Center Point head coach George Bates. “Defensively we couldn’t get off the field.”

“Offensively we couldn’t get anything going,” he said.

“You can’t have turnovers and beat a top-ten team in

Playoff From page 19

action. The Blue Devils have gotten better all year and they look to improve upon the play in recent weeks, which has been some of their best under Jake Ganus, when they travel to Scottsboro Friday night in round one action.

Springville Tigers (5-5/ fourth in 5A R6) – This one is fun to talk about. The Springville Tigers will travel to Guntersville (9-1/5A R7 champs) to take on the

teams.

“I’m proud of these guys,” Key said. “They know who they are and know what they can be if they keep fighting and working.”

“They came out and wanted to start a fight, they started a fight, and we fought for four quarters.”

The Yellow Jackets proved to be a physical team and rushed for 348 yards.

“We knew we could run

the ball; we needed to run the ball,” the former Hewitt Husky said. “We were able to do that tonight.”

Key’s Yellow Jackets are in contention for their first bowl bid since 2018.

Georgia Tech travels to the University of Virginia Saturday to take on the Cavaliers.

A Jacket win would give Tech possession of third place in the ACC standings.

5A.” “We have a lot of improving to do,” Bates said. “We play like this next week and it will be an early exit.”

“I want to enjoy more than the pre-game meal next week.”

Nelson had a big night offensively for the Green Wave with a rushing and passing touchdown.

He completed 10 of 17 passes for 98 yards and rushed 19 times for 158 yards.

“Coach Hood really prepared us well for this game,” Nelson said. “They have a bunch of athletes on their team, very quick.”

“Coach Hood prepared the offense to play hard and physical because they are a hard and physical team.”

“I like the ball in my hands,” he said.

Jerry Hood of Leeds was

pleased with the effort of his team.

“I thought we played great defense, that is a potent offense,” Hood said. “You have to have such good eye discipline against them because they have such great athletes.”

“You have to space the field and then you have to make really good tackles.”

Leeds held Center Point to 66 yards of total offense on 36 plays.

“I’m proud of the kids,” he said. “That first drive was over eight minutes long and because of a mysterious delay of game penalty we ended up having to kick a field goal.”

Center Point and Leeds will be in action next week in the first round of the AHSAA playoffs. The Greenwave will host Arab while Center Point travels to Hartselle.

Wildcats in the first round.

Springville has not been to the playoffs since 2009 and they have not had a non-losing season in 12 years. Until this year. The Tigers accomplished both things, using an unconventional (in 2023) approach. In the offseason, Jon Clements and one of his assistants went to Air Force to learn the triple option offense that has worked for so many years for them (they are currently 8-1 on the season themselves) and brought back a new offense for the

Tigers. Some didn’t like it and they moved on to other schools or to other things than football. Some bought in and those young men are reaping the benefits now and they are making history at Springville and changing the narrative. The Tigers look to get their first playoff win since 2005.

We here at the Tribune hope that this gives you everything you need to go out and support your local teams in the 2023 playoffs and we encourage you to do so!

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Hewitt girls. Courtesy: HT XC

Area Teams From page 19

Crawford, and Aaron Gaines will head to the state meet for the Mounties as individual qualifiers.

The course at Veterans underwent significant changes over the last year and proved to be a faster course.

“It was definitely a different experience this year than last year,” said Briarwood

Springville From page 17

Springville’s Jon Clements.

“We had to fight from being down 18-7 at halftime. Then having the 17-play drive after half to get the field goal, that was so big. Our defense didn’t have to play. Once they get it, we get the big stop and the punt block, and we changed the game. I was so proud of our kids. The things we work on every day, that they think means nothing, we called it and it worked. Then

Christian senior Drew Goolsby. “Going into the woods first and then doing the lake loop was very unusual.”

“Also, knowing the big hill was cut out from the course was nice.”

In Girls 6A Section 3, Springville finished sixth, Moody was ninth, and Leeds was tenth.

Carmen McMaster and Felicity Bentley will head to the state meet as individual

qualifiers for the Tigers.

In Boys 6A Section 3, Springville finished seventh, Leeds was ninth, and Moody was tenth.

Elliott Denard will race at the state meet as an individual qualifier for Springville.

The Center Point boys team finished in sixth place in 6A Section 5.

The State meet takes place this Saturday in Oakville.

Kayden made a big play. It was things that we have put in so much time to perfect and it finally made a difference in a game. The offensive line took over in the second half. Our kids found some extra and it showed. That was very cool to see. They did their thing and then Mahlon and Jake were able to get rolling. It was just cool to see.”

Springville finishes the season at 5-5 and a playoff berth that they clinched last week. They will head to Guntersville on Friday in round

one.

The team has invited former players to come to a cookout on Thursday evening before the basketball games and they encourage anyone who has ever played football at Springville to come out and celebrate with the team. They will also be leaving from the school at 3:30 pm on Friday and the community is encouraged to come and line up in front of the school to give the boys a proper send-off to Guntersville for the first playoff game since 2009.