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Hartselle Enquirer WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2023
VOLUME 90, NO. 49
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Hartselle alumni excel in medical education By Rebekah Yancey rebekah.yancey @hartselleenquirer.com Four Hartselle alumni who participated in the medical academy during high school are continuing their medical education at the UAB Heersink School of Medicine. Cooper Wright, Mel Ebeling, Josh Cunnins and Anna Wilson are in various years of medical school while a fifth student, Greyson Taylor, has recently been admitted and will start this fall. Additionally, Hannah Dotson,
Emeri Nosal and Gabby Stout are pursuing their educations at osteopathic medical schools. Nosal and Dotson, members of the class of 2019, are in their first years at Virginia College of Medicine while Stout is in her second year at the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine. Stout graduated from Hartselle in 2017. The medical academy is the largest academy by enrollment numbers. Since its beginning in 2011, instructor Lynne Shelton estimates 1,000 students have been through the program since that time. “Mrs. Shelton, Mrs. Goins, Mrs.
Local ministry spreads warmth at Priceville library By Rebekah Yancey rebekah.yancey@ hartselleenquirer.com In the spirit of giving and community care, the Sewing and Serving ministry at Shoal Creek Baptist Church has adorned the Linda Duran Public Library in Priceville with a touch of warmth this holiday season. A Christmas tree, decorated not with traditional ornaments, but with hats, scarves, and gloves, has been placed at the library for anyone in need to take and stay warm during the cold winter months. The initiative, led by the volunteers of the Sewing and Serving ministry, aims to spread holiday cheer and address the needs of those facing the chill of winter.
The tree, standing tall in the library’s foyer, will be regularly replenished as community members take what is needed. Pat Dunkin, a member of the Sewing and Serving ministry, said the goal of the initiative is to share the warmth of the holiday season with the community, both figuratively and literally. “We believe in extending a helping hand, and what better time to do so than during the holidays,” Dunkin said. The clothing and accessories have been donated to the cause or found at the Priceville Community Thrift Store, Dunkin said, which is also operated by the church. All items are available to the public free of charge. The library is located at 1612 S Bethel Rd., Decatur.
By Staff Reports The Walmart parking lot in Hartselle was closed Monday afternoon after a vehicle struck two pedestrians. Capt. Alan McDearmond with the Hartselle Police Department said the incident occurred shortly after 1 p.m. One person was injured and airlifted to an area hospital. Their condition was unknown at press time. The second person was uninjured and not transported from the scene, according to McDearmond.
Langston, and Mr. Hardin do a phenomenal job of providing our students with many amazing opportunities in the healthcare field,” Principal Brad Cooper said. “They are constantly finding new ways to prepare our students for life after high school by providing hands-on experiences. To simply put it, our teachers are rockstars, and our students follow their guidance.” Cooper Wright, a 2015 graduate of Hartselle High School, is in his fourth year at UAB studying Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Pictured left to right, Anna Wilson, Josh Cummins, Mel Ebeling and
See MEDICAL, page 5 Cooper Wright.
‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
By Staff Reports Get ready to embark on a festive journey with Charlie Brown and the beloved Peanuts gang as the College Street Players proudly present “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” This heartwarming production is set to enchant audiences at the Sparkman Civic Center Friday at 7 p.m. Dec. 9 with performances at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. General admission tickets are priced at $12, while students and seniors can enjoy the show for a discounted rate of $10. Secure your seats in advance by visiting www.collegestreetplayers.org. Tickets will also be available at the door, subject to availability. The cast includes Gunner Calhoun, Samuel Rodgers, Maggie Beth King, Margaret Rodgers, Alana Travers, Rosemary Rodgers, Carter Moore, Jackson Hensley, Alexis Lawson, Penelope Rodgers, Jack Turner, Kaylee Barbee, Bethany Rodgers and Silas Rodgers. Under the direction of Jenny Faulk, with Margaret Rodgers serving as the student director, the show promises to deliver the magic and nostalgia of this timeless Christmas tale. For any inquiries or additional information, please reach out to csp@collegestreetplayers.org. The Sparkman Civic Center is located at 406 Nance Ford Rd., Hartselle.
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