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Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. will host Irondale’s 4th Annual Young Entrepreneurs Day on Saturday, April 12, at the Shades Valley High
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By Terry Schrimscher
SPRINGVILLE, Ala. –
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –The Trussville Entertainment District is hosting a community benefit event for local fire departments this Saturday, April 5, promising live music and lots of fun.
The Springville City Council took a detour Monday night before it returned to unfinished business held over from the Feb. 17 meeting. After an extended work session and a short break, the March 3 meeting began around 6:45 p.m. As the meeting got underway, the council approved the minutes from the last meeting in February.
“Answering the Call” is being presented by the Central Alabama Fire Chiefs Association (CAFCA) in support of local fire departments and charities. The benefit event will feature headliner side-
Mayor Dave Thomas mo tioned for them to reconsid er the minutes noting mem bers motioned to adjourn before conducting business on the agenda without that motion being recognized. to deliver a dissertation, as he called it, for the next 55 minutes, cross-referencing political history, addressing recent editorials, and quot ing Teddy Roosevelt, Jesus, and Socrates along the way. Although not technically a filibuster, the lecture was de signed to prolong the meet ing allowing Thomas to air his displeasure at the lack of ing their frustration and the effectiveness of the filibus-
ter,” Thomas said. “The ing to adjust salaries wasn’t about their faux martyrdom, sacrificing for the greater
afterward, Thomas said he trations because the council sometimes delays making decisions it needs to make. He discussed his motion to add unaddressed items from the February meeting to a proval. That approach was
Many other cities in the prove non-controversial items with a single vote through a consent agenda, a procedural process used to sion and lengthy meetings.
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“The example they set was that if you make an error it can’t be corrected. That the error becomes a mistake,” he said. “But now the window to act has closed ling the next administration with the consequences of their actions,” he said. Speaking to The Tribune
By Chris Basinger, News Editor
BIRMINGHAM, Ala
– Raindrop Car Wash is starting a new campaign to combat hunger and raise awareness about food insecurity in the community.
Starting next week, Raindrop will donate $1 to the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama for every car washed every Wednesday as part of its “Wash Away Hunger Wednesdays” initiative.
A concept of the new education center in Irondale.
By Chris Basinger, News Editor
All 13 locations, nearly all of which are located in the food bank’s service area, will participate, and all washes–member and retail–will count toward supporting the program.
IRONDALE, Ala. – Bee enthusiasts will soon be swarming to Irondale to visit a new beekeeping education center designed to teach students and community members about the world of pollinators.
Birmingham-based Foxhound Bee Company is preparing to break ground on the 5,000 square foot facility
In 2024, the food bank served over 24.6 million pounds of food, and with their ability to source food at lower costs, every dollar donated can provide four meals to a community member in need.
Currently, 1 in 6 people and 1 and 5 children in Central Alabama struggle with hunger.
Last November, Raindrop ran a food and fund drive where employees and customers came together to support Community Food Bank, raising enough donato supply 5,780 meals. “As we learned more about the prevalence of food insecurity in Alabama, and the strategic and efficient
in the coming weeks, which will serve as an expansion from its current location in Hardware Park. In addition to educational opportunities and STEM programming, the center will also sell a range of products sourced from bees, including honey and beeswax, as well as supplies for beekeepers. It will be built across from the all-new Ruffner Sports Complex, which
opened on Saturday.
way the CFB works to combat it, we became more passionate about increasing our support in 2025,” Community Outreach Manager Alan Horne said.
“When looking for a place to build our new beekeeping store, we continued to hear comments about how Irondale was doing great things,” said founder Adam Hickman.
“Everyone on the project seemed to speak highly of working with Irondale and its leadership. So, when we approached the
In addition to the money raised through Wednesday washes, Raindrop has scheduled monthly volunteer shifts for their employees at the food bank’s warehouse to help sort do-
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After re-introducing parliamentary rules to the meeting process, Thomas led the council through new business which involved acceptance of bids for a new sewer project which will need further action for financial decisions. The council also renewed the city’s garbage collection contract with Waste Management.
Items from the February agenda were addressed individually. The purchase
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tickets, which offer premium seating, exclusive access, and other perks, are also available at https:// ticketscandy.com/e/answering-the-call-2025-8819.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A human skull and a left tibia found by a dog in East Birmingham last year are confirmed to have belonged to the same person, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. The link was confirmed
By Tanna McGuire
By Drew Taylor,
CBS 42
BIRMINGHAM, Ala .– Michael Pickett will now take the reins as the 36th chief of the Birmingham Police Department.
Pickett, who was named interim chief following the departure of former Scott Thurmond last October, was named the new chief by Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin during a press conference Tuesday morning.
LEEDS, Ala. – Over the past 25 years, school shootings in the United States have surged to alarming levels, with a reported 574 incidents occurring between 2000 and 2025, according to data from Statista. Three Leeds High School freshmen, Amelia Davis, Madilynn Johnson, and Beatrice McCormick, members of the Leeds High School Chapter of Future Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), are determined to address this pressing issue through their state conference project.
In appointing Pickett as the city’s newest police chief, Woodfin described the 21-year veteran as someone who “leads from the front, not from behind a desk.”
schools.
procedures for the World Games when they were in town in 2022.
At 41, Pickett is one of the youngest chiefs in the department’s history.
fearless leadership from a man who has a true heart for the city of Birmingham and we are very, very proud of the work that Chief Pickett has accomplished, but we acknowledge that the job is not done yet. The job is just getting started.”
“When I say ‘we’re cleaning up the city,’ he’s literally doing that,” Woodfin said. He’s out in the field, he’s literally out arresting folks for illegal dumping. He’s meeting with residents who have had their homes shot into. He’s actually gone out into the field himself and tracked down a killer and then he called for backup. This is what we define as
The young leaders have not only compiled critical statistics but are also working with local officials and educators to promote stronger safety measures in schools. Their project, which will be presented at the FCCLA state conference in March, aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of school shootings and propose actionable changes to improve safety protocols in Alabama
Current federal requirements mandate that schools perform lockdown or intruder drills; in Alabama, public schools are required to conduct two such drills per semester. However, Davis believes these measures are insufficient and is advocating for more frequent and comprehensive drills.
“When people’s lives are on the line, we can’t just do the bare minimum,” Davis said.
“Schools should take intruder drills as seriously as they do fire or tornado drills.” Johnson echoed this
Originally from Birmingham, Pickett attended Ramsay High School and later graduated from Miles College. Pickett joined the BPD in 2004, first being assigned to the West Precinct and later becoming a field training officer. Pickett was also involved in dealing with exhibition racing in the city in Operation Knight Rider and handled security
“My focus is straightforward – a safer city,” Pickett said when he was first named interim chief last year. “I’ll aim to motivate and reinvigorate our men and women in the department. Attract more officers to join this department while emphasizing efficient and effective policing. My number one goal is to make the citizens of Birmingham feel safer and to make criminals uncomfortable and fearful in our city. Thank you and I look forward to getting to work.”
sentiment, emphasizing the emotional and psychological toll that school shootings take on students and their families. “You shouldn’t have to worry about being scared when you’re just trying to learn,” Johnson said.
“We need to make sure that every school feels safe and ready to handle anything that could happen.”
McCormick highlighted the importance of turning awareness into action.
“School shootings are such a huge problem, and we
Thanking Woodfin and the city for their trust in him to lead the department, Pickett said it was an honor to serve the community he grew up in and that he would be an advocate for both the department and the community.
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ty and visitors alike,” said Ron Howard, 2025 History Walk Captain. “The 1950s was a transformative decade, and we’re eager to showcase how Leeds reflected the spirit of that time. This walking tour will bring history to life in a fun and engaging way.”
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volume of drivers visiting Buc-ee’s, Bass Pro Shop, and The Shops of Grand River, which are all located nearby. Their installation also places Leeds among a select number of cities in Alabama with fully operational and modernized exit lighting systems.
The tour will feature:
• Historic reenactors who the public can interact with.
• Displays showing the architecture, businesses, and daily life of Leeds in the 1950s.
• Music by Leeds High School Jazz Ensemble and Elvis tribute artist Aiden Joiner
• Food trucks
The self-guided tour will also take walkers past landmarks and historic sites as well as other gatherings including Market on Main, Yellowhammer Antiques’ Springfest, the Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser, Greenwave Giveaway Dinner, and more.
The tour is presented by Leeds Historical Commission, Leeds Redevelop-
“Thanks
and our Economic Development group
ment Authority, Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce, Leeds Jane Culbreth Library, and the Leeds Historical Society with support from Leeds Water Works Board and Leeds Main Street.
The walking tour will be held along Parkway Drive between 7th and 9th Street. For more information, visit leedstrailsandtours.com.
saw this through, we’re now happy to announce that we have new all-LED lighting at our Exit 140—our exit for Buc-ee’s and Bass Pro,” Mayor David Miller said.
“The lighting was really poor there, so we went in with all brand-new fixtures, all brand-new LED lighting. We’re one of the few in the state that’s got every light that works—and they’re all LEDs.”
JEFFERSON COUNTY,
JEFFERSON COUNTY,
By Jean Cox, Executive Director of Friends of Pinchgut Creek
Planting native trees is a great way to add beauty to our backyards and to create quality habitat for native birds and insects. Native trees are typically easier to care for and can be longer living than most non-native varieties. With so many non-native trees available in the garden centers, it’s sometimes difficult to find the ones that belong here.
Many invasive trees find their way into our ur-
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School gym.
The event will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will give young business owners the chance to showcase their businesses, sell their products, and compete for scholarships.
Ala. The Jefferson County
Sheriff’s Office is investi-
ban landscape, and they spread unwanted seedlings all over our woodland areas. Thankfully, our Alabama Cooperative Extension Agency is out helping to spread the word about the importance of planting the trees that belong here in Alabama.
On Saturday, April 5, there will be a one-hour tree education class open to the public from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve in Springville. Students will learn about the value of our native trees and how to
identify the ones that would be great in their yards. For more information about the class, contact Lynn Dickinson at (334) 303-8360.
Notice is hereby given that Hand Service Company, Inc., 110 Greenbrook Dr., Hazel Green, AL 35750, has completed all work on the Well #17 and #18 Project 3-010-23 and 3-011-23, for Trussville Gas and Water. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project, should immediately notify the above na Trussville Gas Street, Trussv
Notice is hereby given that Hand Service Company, Inc., 110 Greenbrook Dr., Hazel Green, AL 35750, has completed all work on the Well #17 and #18 Project 3-010-23 and 3-011-23, for Trussville Gas and Water. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project, should immediately notify the above na Trussville Gas Street, Trussv
Over $3,000 in prizes will be awarded in three age divisions.
Community members are invited to attend the event to shop and support growing businesses.
While you are visiting Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve be sure to plan time for hiking the beautiful trails. The preserve offers numerous short hikes through beautiful forest. The creek banks and hillsides should be covered with gorgeous wildflowers this weekend. The preserve’s address is 1700 Murphrees Valley Road Springville, AL 35146.
Ala. – The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was shot at a bingo hall near Grayson Valley early Monday morning.
gating after a man was shot at a bingo hall near Grayson Valley early Monday morning.
Deputies responded to the bingo hall, located at 5712 Chalkville Road, shortly after 5 a.m. where they found a male employee suffering from a gunshot wound.
Deputies responded to the bingo hall, located at 5712 Chalkville Road, shortly after 5 a.m. where they found a male employee suffering from a gunshot wound.
Center Point Fire and Rescue responded to the scene and transported the victim to UAB Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Center Point Fire and Rescue responded to the scene and transported the victim to UAB Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
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According to the sher-
According to the sher-
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
The bingo hall where the shooting took place.
The bingo hall where the shooting took place.
iff’s office, the preliminary investigation revealed that a verbal altercation between the victim and a male security guard occurred, resulting in the guard shooting him. The security guard re-
iff’s office, the preliminary investigation revealed that a verbal altercation between the victim and a male security guard occurred, resulting in the guard shooting him.
The security guard re-
Center Point Fire and Rescue says that 16 units were damaged, but there were no civilian injuries.
Four of the damaged units are being considered a total loss.
An apartment complex in the Center Point area was damaged in a fire Saturday, according to Center Point Fire and Rescue. The fire occurred at around 4:45 p.m. at the Park at Carson apartment complex off Carson Road. The fire was contained around 6 p.m.
portedly remained at the scene and cooperated with deputies.
At this time there have been no arrests or charges filed in the case. The case is still under investigation.
portedly remained at the scene and cooperated with deputies. At this time, there have been no arrests or charges filed in the case. The case is still under investigation.
Around 48 residents were displaced by the fire. These residents are receiving assistance from the Red Cross.
Center Point Fire and Rescue says that mutual aid was received from the Fultondale and Trussville fire departments. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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From Tribune staff reports
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LEEDS, Ala. – Police in Leeds are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual believed to be involved with an organized retail theft investigation.
Led by Dr. Josh Headley, Valley Dental’s mission is to “create a welcoming, healing environment where every patient feels valued, supported, and confident in the care they receive.”
LEEDS, Ala Police in Leeds are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual believed to be involved with an organized retail theft investigation.
“The Leeds Police Department requests the public’s assistance in identifying this individual,” officials said on social media “He is a suspect in an Organized Retail Theft Investigation.
“The Leeds Police Department requests the public’s assistance in identifying this individual,” officials said on social media “He is a suspect in an Organized Retail Theft Investigation.
Their new office, located at 4643 Camp Coleman Road, was designed with modern technology and comfort in mind to provide a welcoming space for patients of all ages.
Valley Dental is currently accepting new patients.
For more information, visit valleydentalal.com.
If you recognize this individual or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.”
If you recognize this individual or have any information about this crime please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.”
CrimeStoppers of Met-
CrimeStoppers of Met-
Alabama also released information about the incident.
ro Alabama also released information about the incident.
“According to a report filed with the Leeds Police
Department, a retail theft occurred on February 23, 2025 in the 8900 block of Weaver Avenue in Leeds,” the organization reported.
“According to a report filed with the Leeds Police Department, a retail theft occurred on February 23, 2025 in the 8900 block of Weaver Avenue in Leeds,” the organization reported.
will serve in making sure that both the department is successful and people are
“To our community, you’re not just residents: you’re our partners and quite honestly, we couldn’t have had the success that we’ve had in the first quarter of 2025 without your help,” he said.
hard work will be recognized, accountability will be upheld and we will move forward together.”
Pickett also took a moment to recognize the vital role the people of the city
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Woodfin cited Pickett’s successes as interim chief so far in recent data he claimed showed “a nearly 50% drop” in homicides compared to this time last year and the
“Detectives obtained these photos from video surveillance and are asking the public for help with identifying the person shown.”
“Detectives obtained these photos from video surveillance and are asking the public for help with identifying the person shown.”
fewest in any quarter since 2017, citing “focused policing, stronger community partnerships, and moving with the kind of urgency this moment demands” as reasons for the decreased homicide.
If you recognize this individual, or have any information about this crime please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. You may remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000.
If you recognize this individual, or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. You may remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000.
Pickett is the third police chief to serve under Woodfin, following Patrick Smith, who resigned in 2022 after serving for four years, and Thurmond, who retired from the department to take a job as deputy chief for the University of Alabama Police Department.
nations and pack food boxes for their Mobile Pantry and Family Market programs.
There will be everything from vendors selling art, jewelry, and baked goods to businesses offering photography, lawn care, and graphic design services and more.
The winners of our 3rd Annual Irondale Young Entrepreneurs Day with Mayor Stewart. (City of Irondale)
Young business owners between the ages of 5 and 20 can participate.
For more information or to apply, visit tinyurl.com/ IrondaleYE25.
“Our goal is to not only invite people to wash with us on Wednesdays, but to spread awareness of theage our community to get
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Currently, 1 in 6 people and 1 and 5 children in Central Alabama struggle
CLAY, Ala. – Clay has moved all city meetings from City Hall to the W. Alan Summers Library until
further notice. The city has had to move the meetings because the elevator in City Hall is currently out of service, making the council chambers
not ADA accessible. City Manager Ronnie Dixon said they will have to rebuild the elevator to fit with new safety regulations, which could take months to complete.
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LEEDS, Ala. – The City of Leeds is hosting a community cleanup event on April 26 in celebration of Earth Day.
The city is encouraging community members to come out and make a difference by helping pick up trash, litter, and debris around town. Volunteers can check in at 8:30 a.m. at the emp-
ty field at 8373 1st Avenue, across from Kinetic. Cleanup will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Gloves, pickers, vests, and trash bags will be provided.
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TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –
Trussville Youth Lacrosse will be hosting a shoe drive fundraising event next week that will help support people in need as well as the lacrosse program.
The shoe drive will be held on Saturday, April 5, at Steele Hall from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and the group is accepting any new or gently used shoes including sneakers, work boots, cleats, high heels, baby shoes, flip flops, and more.
The nonprofit is working with Funds2Orgs, the nation’s largest shoe drive fundraising company, to redistribute the shoes to small businesses in developing counties. In total, Funds2Orgs has
redistributed over 38 mil-
lion shoes.
“We are excited about our shoe drive,” said TYL Fundraising Chairman Brooke Morrison. “We know that most people have extra shoes in their closets that they would like to donate. By doing so, we raise money to help grow our program and to purchase necessary equipment. We also have the chance to help families in developing nations who need economic opportunities. It’s a win-win for everyone.”
By Chris Basinger, News Editor
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –
The Eastern Women’s Committee of Fifty (EWCF) will host its annual high school art show at the Trussville Public Library next Thursday, April 10, at 6:30 p.m. The event will feature creative works submitted by local high school students and award prizes to the top finalists.
Last year, the show added a new category for photography, expanding range of art on display. Following the awards presentation, the pieces will remain on display at the library for another week.
From Tribune staff reports
SPRINGVILLE, Ala.
– Two Gadsden men have been charged with drug trafficking after they were reportedly found with approximately 20 pounds of marijuana on Friday.
According to the St. Clair County Sheriff, the men were arrested during a traffic stop on Springville Station Boulevard.
During a search of the vehicle, deputies reportedly found a garbage bag filled with marijuana as well as a stolen firearm. Juan Lipscomb, 27, and Darius Bush, 29, have been charged with drug traffick-
ing and receiving stolen property.
Both of their bonds have been set at $1.51 million.
From Tribune staff reports
JEFFERSON COUNTY,
Ala.
– After 14 years, a man has been charged in connection to a cold case investigated by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.
On Aug. 18, 2010, the sheriff’s office launched its investigation into the burglary and sexual assault of a 77-year-old woman in the Grayson Valley area.
However, there were no suspects or leads, and the case went cold.
After over a decade, detectives gave it a second look and followed up on the evidence collected at
that time, which proved to be crucial, and were able to identify a suspect. The suspect, 34-year-old Julian Delance Poole, was located and arrested by the US Marshals Fugitive Task
Force Group in Knoxville, Tenn.
He was booked into the Jefferson County Jail on August 1, 2024.
Poole was recently on indicted on charges of first-degree burglary, first-degree rape, and first-degree sodomy. He is being held without bond.
“Our detectives never stop working a case. I am proud of their tenacity in identifying this suspect,” Sheriff Mark Pettway stated.
“I would like to thank the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force Group and other law enforcement agencies for their help as well.”
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WALTON COUNTY, Ala. – A Leeds woman is facing multiple charges in Florida after she allegedly tried to have sex with a minor, according to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.
Tracey Renee Heinfeld, 53, has been charged with traveling to meet a minor for sex, using an electronic device to solicit a child, cyberstalking, and tampering with evidence.
On Saturday, March 29, deputies were called to a residence in Santa Rosa Beach after they received a 911 call about a juvenile drinking and smoking.
When deputies arrived, they spoke with Heinfeld, who reportedly said she drove from Orange Beach to check on a teenager who was friends with her son.
She reportedly told the deputies she was worried and
wanted to ensure the teenager was ok and that she was able to find his location from someone’s Snapchat account.
When deputies spoke to the juvenile, the teenager reportedly said he was scared of Heinfeld and that she was trying to have sex with him.
The teenager then showed deputies text messages allegedly sent from Heinfeld’s phone stating she wanted to have sex with him.
While deputies were reading the text messages on the victim’s phone, Heinfeld sent two pictures to him–one of a WCSO patrol vehicle at the scene and one of deputies standing in front of the house.
Heinfeld was read her rights and continued to speak to deputies, saying again that she was able to get the victim’s address from Snapchat.
She then allowed deputies to access her phone, where they reportedly saw
she had deleted some text messages from her conversation with the victim.
After recovering the text messages, the sheriff’s office reported they “clearly matched the text messages on the victim’s phone.”
At one point, the juvenile reportedly begged Heinfeld not to come to the house and told her he did not want to see her.
According to the sheriff’s office Heinfeld wrote in text messages, “I’m coming to see you. I’m already halfway there, so when I get there, do you wanna go to the club? I’ll go to the pub with you. Maybe I’ll pick you up a drink and get you drunk and take advantage of you, or maybe I won’t. Maybe I’ll just let you see me and then just turn around and go home.”
Heinfeld was subsequently arrested and is now being held at the Walton County Jail with a $500,000 bond.
From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –
A 16-year-old male has been charged in connection to a shooting that killed one person and injured two others last week.
Dorian Jackson, 20, was shot on Friday, March 21, in the 300 block of Iota Avenue. He was pronounced dead the next morning at UAB Hospital. An adult female and a
12-year-old boy were also wounded in the shooting and were taken to Princeton Hospital in a private vehicle. The boy sustained life-threatening injuries. According to police, the preliminary investigation suggested the three victims traveled to the location to meet someone when they were all shot, possibly while inside the vehicle.
On Tuesday, police arrested a 16-year-old suspect
at a residence in East Birmingham.
He has been charged with capital murder, two counts of attempted murder, discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling, discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle, and certain persons forbidden to possess a pistol.
The teen is being charged as an adult and will be held at the Jefferson County Jail without bond.
I Couldn’t Help But Wonder…
By Dixie Dreamer
The joys of flying solo!
As I sit here, sipping my sweet tea and pondering the bliss of being single, I couldn’t help but wonder… are we giving singledom the TLC it deserves?
As a self-proclaimed connoisseur of independence, I can attest that being single is not just a state of being, but a state of mind. It’s about embracing the freedom to do, well, whatever the heck you want! Want to wake up at noon and dance around your living room to your favorite tunes? Done!
Want to spend an entire Saturday binge-watching your
favorite shows and eating an entire pizza by yourself?
Guilty as charged! But, let’s get real, being single isn’t just about indulging in our every whim (although, that’s definitely a perk). It’s about nurturing ourselves, taking the time to figure out what makes us tick, and prioritizing our own needs. And, honey, I’m not just talking about the basics like eating and sleeping (although, those are important too).
I’m talking about taking care of our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. It’s about learning to love ourselves, flaws and all, and recognizing that we’re enough, just as we are. And, trust me, that’s a liberating
feeling! Now, I know what you’re thinking… “But, what about when I’m in a relationship?
Don’t I have to put my partner’s needs before mine?”
Well, here’s the thing: taking care of yourself is not
selfish, it’s essential. When you prioritize your own needs, you become a better partner, friend, sister, brother, and overall human being. So, how do we do it? How do we learn to love ourselves and prioritize
our own needs? Well, for starters, take some time to get to know yourself. What makes you happy? What makes you sad? What are your non-negotiables? And, don’t be afraid to indulge in some good old-fashioned self-care.
For me, that means waking up in my own cozy little house, surrounded by the things that bring me joy. It means cooking myself a delicious meal (or ordering takeout, let’s be real) and enjoying it on my own terms. It means taking long walks, practicing yoga, and reading books that nourish my mind and soul.
And, let’s not forget the importance of setting boundaries. Learning to
say “no” without feeling guilty or apologetic is a game-changer, folks! It means recognizing that your time and energy are valuable and should be treated as such.
So, to all my single ladies (and gentlemen) out there, let’s raise a glass to embracing our independence and prioritizing our own needs. Remember, taking care of yourself is not selfish, it’s essential. And, who knows, you might just find that you’re happier, healthier, and more fulfilled than ever before.
Until next time, stay fabulous, and remember…being single is not just a state of being, it’s a state of mind! XOXO
Scott, Gene Melton here, after reading the march 13 - 19 Trussville Tribune
front page article "Trussville Council takes steps toward enacting garbage collection fees, residents raise concerns on transparency" it appears that the Tribune's reporting of the City of Trussville's business was lacking during the past 12 months.
While the property tax increase was being debated & voted down, you failed to keep your readers informed about the pending financial crises the City of Trussville was facing during this same period of time.
After reviewing previous City audits along with the 2024/2025 1st quarter bud-
getary report, it appears the City's sales tax collections have been in a steady decline for more than 18 months as stated by the mayor in the above-mentioned article. My reason for writing this email is to enlighten you to the fact that the garbage fee will have little effect on rebuilding the city's general fund due to the impending increases to the expenditure side of the general fund budget. As stated in this article "the city past this year's budget with a deficit of almost $1 million, believing that this deficit can be made up taking action such as this". It appears that the city is dealing with two finan-
cial problems, 1. Depleting its reserves to make two land purchases totaling $9 million, not knowing if and when it could be repaid. Trussville residents should understand that the city's reserves (emergency funds on hand) purpose is to fall back on during hard economic times, as we are experiencing now. 2. The declining of the sales tax collection, this should have been addressed 18 months ago with budget cuts, not with more taxes & garbage collection fees and not predicting mor sales tax growth as your article stated in the passing of this year's budget.
Where was the Tribune during all this time when the
city should have been passing a balanced budget.
Before any additional tax or fee increases are considered the city needs to make a trueful revenue prediction for the fiscal year based on trending collections of the past fiscal years and only predict expenditures not to exceed that amount, in other words pass a balanced budget.
If the city wants to increase its general fund budget, then be transparent by letting the Tribune report this to the people, telling the residents why & by how much funding is needed with public hearings.
The Tribune should be on top of this, stressing the
importance of balancing the general fund budget. I have attached the 1st quarter of this general fund budget for your review.
Unless the city amends this year's budget to balance it and presents a balanced budget for next year, the City of Trussville's financial problems will continue.
As you know I passed a balanced budget in each of the 20 years that I was the mayor, during good times and bad times.
Please investigate and report the facts to people so they may be informed to let their elected officials know how they feel concerning the financial outlook for the City of Trussville.
The fact this happens to be an election year makes it that more important for the people to be able to ask this council why they would be considering a tax or fee increase without balancing the budget first.
Question mayoral & council Candiance as to how they intend to address this problem if elected. I thank you for your time.
Feel free to publish and/ or post this email, I hope you do, for all to see and to comprehend the mess that this administration finds it's self in.
Gene Melton 205-960-5717
Mayor of Trussville 1996 to 2016
Guest Commentary
From Sen. Shay Shelnutt
The 2025 Legislative Session has reached its halfway point, and Senate Republicans have had a productive start to the important work ahead.
With a strong conservative agenda at the state level and renewed federal reinforcement of common-sense policies, this session has provided an opportunity to protect Alabama’s values and families while working toward a more efficient government.
Over the past 16 legislative days, we’ve seen time and again that when conservative policies are enacted at both the federal and state
levels, good things happen quickly.
That is why the first bill passed by the State Senate this sessionwas the “What is a Woman Act.” This bill protected Alabama’s values and reaffirmed the biological truth that there are only two sexes—male and female. More importantly, it injected common sense into a debate that has dominated the national conversation for far too long. In Alabama, we know men are men and women are women, just like we know the rule of law must be respected and our borders must be secured. With the invasion of illegal immigrants and drugs flooding our borders, every
state has become a border state. Senate Republicans are doing their part to secure our country and protect Alabama families this session.
Several bills are making a difference: one invalidates out-of-state driver’s licenses issued to individuals who haven’t proven their legal status, another makes human smuggling a criminal offense, and a third allows state and local law enforcement to collect fingerprints and DNA from illegal immigrants in custody.
Still, too many Alabamians feel unsafe, too many criminals are empowered to ignore our laws, and too many law enforcement officers feel unsupported. The Senate has worked to re-
verse these trends by passing several bills to restore security and respect for law and order.
While we work to protect our families and communities here at home, we’ve also honored our veterans who defend us abroad by ensuring they receive the support they deserve when
they return home through the establishment of the Alabama Veterans Resource Center.
The Senate also passed a long-overdue piece of legislation that is close to the heart of every community, especially tight-knit ones like so many in Senate District 17. The Community Pharmacy Relief Act will ensure independent pharmacies in Alabama receive fair reimbursements and transparency in drug pricing. This legislation, which originated in the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee that I have the privilege of chairing, will protect Alabamians’ access to healthcare and the pharmacies they rely on,
with no additional cost to patients at the counter.
So far, this session has been marked by purpose, where common sense wins and Alabama values stand strong.
When we return, we’ll tackle even more. The passage of the Education Trust Fund and General Fund budgets—the Legislature’s most important constitutional responsibility—remains ahead of us, along with tax cut proposals, education reforms, and additional measures designed to make Alabama an even better place to live, work, and raise families.
Senate Republicans are ready to get back to work for the people of Alabama.
extremely helpful to anyone in need. He was loved and will be greatly missed.
february 6, 1957 — march 24, 2025
july 27,1948— may 30,2024
A memorial for Cynthia Dean Cole, 68, was on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Church of the Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Trussville, Alabama. Visitation was at 10am, followed by the service at 11am, where a reception followed the service.
Cindy died Monday, March 24th, 2025 due to complications following her chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer.
She was born February 6th, 1957 in Anniston, Alabama, to Lawrence Jenkins and Daisy Pearl Jenkins. She attended school in Anniston and graduated from Anniston High School in 1975. She attended Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama, and later worked for BellSouth, where she retired after 33 years of service.
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He is survived by his sons, Mark Medlock (Shana) of Phoenix, AZ, Adam Medlock of Chelsea and Dave Medlock of Jacksonville, FL, his fiancé, Joy Gardner, his grandchildren, Hailee (Brian), Brooke, Matthew and Rachel, his great-granddaughter, Vanessa, his brother-in-law, Richard Bonham, his brother, Joe Richard Medlock and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family.
january 30,1944— july 13,2024
In retirement, Cindy spent her time with her husband, children, and grandchildren, golfing, traveling with her sisters-in-law and husband, dancing, knitting, serving in various roles for Holy Cross Episcopal Church, and collecting museum bees. She was a beautiful, witty, kind, loving, and fun lady. It was impossible not to love her.
She believed her greatest achievement in her life was being a mom and loved being grandmother “Mimi” more than anything in the world.
She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Johnny Cole; her eldest daughter Heather (Mike) Kennedy of Birmingham, AL; her son Matthew (Nicki) Cole of Fairhope, Alabama; her youngest daughter, Annie (Thomas) Calatrello of Clarksville, TN; her brother, Dennis Jenkins of Oxford, Alabama; her sisters-in-law Rebecca Cole (Larry Don) Smith and Candice Cole (Gary) Lindsay of Huntsville, AL; and seven grandchildren: Cole Kennedy, Samantha Kennedy, Lane Cole, Olivia Cole, William Cole, Jane Calatrello, and Edith Calatrello.
In lieu of flowers to donate to the Church of The Holy Cross, 90 Parkway Drive, Trussville, AL 35173
Linda LeeMones passedawayonMay 30, 2024 in Encinitas, Californiaaftera briefbattle with cancer.She wasbornonJuly27, 1948, in Long Beach, California, Lindawas thebeloved thirdof tenchildrenborntoBill andMedaNorman. Shewas preceded in deathbyher parents, hersisters BarbaraCooley andMerlene Atkinson,andherbrother SteveNorman. Linda leaves behind alarge andlovingfamily,includinghersix brothers andsisters: Bill Norman,BonnieFairchild,Penny Laming ,Jeanette Leap,Tim Norman,and AprilCarl. Sheisalsosur vivedbyher cherished children,ArleneRentz (Lee)and JasonMones (Nicole),andher adored grandchildren, Olivia,Joseph, andLee RentzIV. Linda’s childrenwereher prideand joy. Sheloved travelinganddoingwater excursions with her daughter,Arlene, whetheritwas watchingdolphins or taking aboattoCoronado. With herson,Jason, sheshareda specialbondthrough theirdeepand meaningful conversations.Linda’s career in nursing wasmarkedbydedication andexcellence. Shethrived in nursing andlater in home healthcare.Her work in hyperbaric medicinebeganinLongBeach andeventuallyledher to Birmingham, Alabama, wheresheplayed akey role in startinghyperbaricmedicinethere. Linda’s career progressedtosurgery intensivecare, whereshe often served as head nurse in variousdepartments. After movingback to Californiain1997, shefoundhertruepassion in home healthcare,particularly in workingwithpeoplewithdementia.She cherishedthe one-on-one interactionswithher clientsand theirfamilies, always goingout of herway to ensure theircomfort andwell-being.
Linda will be remembered forher hardworkingand caringnature.She gave herall to herworkand thepeopleshe loved, leavinga lasting impact on everyone whohad theprivilege of knowingher. Amemorialser vice will beheldin herhonoron herbirthday, July 27 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Homesand GardensinTrussville,Alabama.
february 7, 1941 — march 24, 2025
Richard Lawrence Montgomery, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home on March 24, 2025, at the age of 84 in Cleveland, AL, surrounded by his faithful wife and loving family.
Richard was born in Trussville, AL on February 7, 1941 to William Lawrence Montgomery and Nellie Montgomery. He was a graduate of Hewitt-Trussville High School and was a Vietnam veteran who proudly served his country and received a Purple Heart for injuries sustained during the war.
march 3, 1943— july 13,2024
Richard worked as a supervisor in the printing business for nearly 40 years, and he was proud of the fact that he simply did not take extra days off. He always told his children, “When you have responsibilities, you show up!”
He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Rhett Lee Montgomery, his sister, Patsy Chitty, his nephew, Dean Chitty, and many other family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Ann Montgomery, his children, Bill Montgomery (Jenny), Salena Terrie Miller, Sheena Anderson (Adam), Mel Bailey Jr, Brian Bailey (Aline), and numerous grandchildren.
BonnieE.Spearman, age81, passedawayonJuly13,2024. She wasprecededindeath by herhusband CharlesSpearman;parents,Charles andMarie Gordon,Sr.;brother,Charles Gordon, Jr.; niece, Terri AnnBusk. Sheissur vivedbyher daughter,Regenia (Chip) Keith; twosons, CharlesMcAllisterand Eric (Cathy)Jennings;sister,SandraHollis; nieces,Tammy Gulledgeand Tina (Russell) Zientek; special friend, NolenShivers andnumerousgrandchildrenand other loving family members.
A memorial service to celebrate Richard’s life will be held on Tuesday, April 1st at 2:00 p.m. at Jefferson Memorial Trussville. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or the American Legion of Alabama in Richard’s memory.
Be tty Ca ro lG os s
july 17,1948— july 19,2024
Betty CarolBrown Goss at theage of 76 died at home in Pinson AlabamaJuly19,2024. Betty lovedher family more than she lovedherself.Shehada passion forlife. Sheloved thelordwith allher heart. Betty worked as ahairdresserand latermoved into workingretail.
june 26, 1946 — march 26, 2025
Memorial Services for Mr. Jack A. Medlock, age 78 of Center Point, will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at North Clay Baptist Church with Pastor Darryl League officiating. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville.
Betty is preceded in deathbySon –EarlRobertGoss, Father – Herschel Brown, Mother –Saloma(Chip)Brown,Sisters–SueChamblee, CharoletteJones,Glenda Faye Brown, Patricia Brown, Brothers –Donaldand JamesBrown. Sheissur vivedbyHusband of 54 yearsEarlRansomGoss. Sons Edward RayGossand TimLovell. Friday nightgirlAngelaLewis.One granddaughter Marisa LyndseyGoss. Alongwitha host of nieces,nephews,family andfriends. Herfuneralser viceswereheldatJeffersonMemorialinTrussville on TuesdayJuly23,2024.
Mr. Medlock passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at his home. From an early age Jack had a great love for cars, including souping up the engines. In college, he was a 2-time letterman in Tennis. His hobbies included watching/reading Westerns (Louis L’Amour) grilling out, collecting every tool imaginable, Sunday afternoon convertible rides, Auburn football and Chicago Cubs baseball. He loved Jesus and served in various capacities at North Clay Baptist Church and New Covenant Church of God, including being a Deacon, an Usher, and Sunday School director. He would participate in Wednesday visitation, telling others about Jesus. He greatly loved spending time with his family, including his kids, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. He was quiet, but
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He was preceded in death by his wife, Leslie Bonham Medlock, his parents, Alton and Davie Medlock, and his broth ers, Jerry and Norman Medlock.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until service time at 10:00 A.M. at North Clay Baptist Church.
Jerr yThomasCoss, age80, of Northport,AL, born Sunday, January 30,1944, in Nashville, TN,passedawayonSaturday, July 13,2024, in Fayette,AL. He is preceded in deathbyhis father andmother, Wilbur andMae Coss; and hisfather-in-law andmother-in-law,James and Sara Barker.Heissur vivedindeath by hiswife, Brenda Coss;his son, PatrickCoss(wife)Kris; grandchildrenLaurenBingham (husband) Riley andGrayson Coss; sister,Pat Reynolds (husband) Jerr yofArdmore,TN; brother, Randy Coss (wife) LindaofAllenPark, MI;brother-inlaw, Ronnie Barker (wife) PattiofBirmingham AL:sister-in-law ConniePendley (husband) Ronnie, of Rowland, NC;manyniecesandnephews.
october 13, 1953 — march 22, 2025
Cynthia Hanserd Horsley, 71, of Trussville, AL, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at Grandview Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on October 13, 1953, in Montgomery, AL.
Cindy’s dedication to her career was unwavering. She graduated from Sidney Lanier High School in 1972 and was part of the first nursing class to graduate from Troy State in Montgomery in 1974. Her career, which spanned 44 years, began at Baptist in Montgomery, continued at MCE/St. Vincents East, and concluded at Princeton. Cindy’s exceptional nursing skills and her love for her patients and coworkers were evident throughout her career.
Cindy loved life and cherished her family. Spending time with them brought her immense joy, and many wonderful memories were made on vacations at the beach and in the mountains with her kids and grandkids. She enjoyed time with friends and always knew how to bring people together.
Jerr ywas aser vant of Godand man. He wasa faithful member of theNorthport Church of Christ.Heser vedthe Mountain Brook PoliceDepartmentasa patrolman, warrantofficer, andthenretiredasa detective after 27 yearsofser vice.Hewasan outdoorsman,asanavid hunter andfisherman, whowas happytotakeyou in thewoodsoronthe lake anytime.Jerry lovedcoachinglittleleague andmorethanany thingheloved beingwithfamily andfriends. We will carr yhim in ourheartsforever.
Funeralser viceswereheldatJeffersonMemorialFuneralHomeand GardensinTrussville, AL ,onFriday, July 19,2024. Theser vice wasofficiatedbyhis brother-in-law,Jerry Reynolds.
She is survived by her daughter, Lara Gaines (Timothy); her son, William Horsley (Natalie); grandchildren: Emma Gaines, Tucker Gaines, Reed Gaines, Annie Horsley, and Lizzie Horsley; and her cousin, Kenny Roberts. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles “Rabbit” and Louise Hanserd. The family received friends and family at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in
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Apolicehonorsgraveside servicefollowed. Hispallbearers were:Grayson Coss, Ryan Barker, Brett Barker,Matt Pendley,Tim Reynolds,and Mike Reynolds.
Ja ck ie Dewa yne “Way ne ”F re de ri ck
july 2, 1969— july 14,2024
Jackie Dewayne“ Wayne” Frederickwas born July 2nd, 1969 in Hamilton Alabama. He passedaway peacefully July 14,2024 at GrandviewHospitalin Birmingham,Alabama following an extendedillness. He wasprecededindeath by hisfatherPeterJackFrederick,his grandparentsWilliamand Ruth Frederickand Alee andOra MaeMitchell.
He is survived by hismotherPeg gy Mitchell, stepmother Sherri Frederick, brothers JimmyFrederick (Amy), Eric Frederick(Candy), MichaelSanderson, andsisters SabrinaMorden, Pamela PharrAguilar (Julio), DianePharr andspecial uncle JamesMitchell. Wayneisalsosur vivedbya host of nieces and nephews andextendedfamily members. Waynewas agraduate of HackleburgHighschool. He wasa furniturebuilder fornumerousyears.Duringthattime,hereceivedcountless awards forhis perfectattendance over hislife. Waynewasan avid wrestlingenthusiast.He wasa particularfan of Hulk Hogan. He hada deep love forhis family making sure he checked in on ever yone often.
Creasy (Les), Susie Golliver (Jay),
McKinney (Kara); stepchildren: Michael Gilmore, Donald (Tracy) Gilmore, Sue Gilmore Bethune, Patty (Mark) Gilmore Tittle, and Joseph Gilmore; brothers: Benny (Jane) McMunn and Stanley McMunn, sisters-in-law: Betty McMunn and Janice McMunn England; cousin Jenell Tackett and many cherished extended family members and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Center of America, St Jude’s Children’s Hospital or your favorite charity.
To ourbrother Wayne, your laughter,loveand kindness will be greatlymissedbutnever forgotten.Wecelebrate thestrengthanddetermination youshowedthroughoutyourlife. Though ourheartsare heav ywithgrief,wefind comfortinthe memories we shared.Rest peacefully,dearbrother.Yourbattlesare over but youwill foreverliveoninourhearts.The funeralwas held at UnionHillFreewill Baptist Church in Hackleburg, AlabamaonTuesday July 23rd, 2024.
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From Tribune staff reports
KANSAS CITY, Kan. –
Former Husky Tyler Tolbert is headed to The Show.
The 27-year-old was called up by the Kansas City Royals on Monday to fill Dairon Blanco’s spot on the roster after he was sent to the 10-day IL with an injured Achilles.
Tolbert was a member of Hewitt-Trussville’s 2016 state championship team and went on to play
at UAB where he had a batting average of .283 and 76 stolen bases, putting him in the all-time top 10 among Blazers.
He was selected in the 13th round of the 2019 MLB Draft by the Kansas City Royals and has stolen 241 bases in the minor leagues, most recently for the Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers.
Tolbert will join the team in Milwaukee today as they go up against the Brewers.
By Johnny Sanders, Sports Editor
TRUSSVILLE – In a ceremony at Faith Community Fellowship church in Trussville on March 17, Cooper Landry signed his letter of intent to play soccer for Faulkner University.
Cooper, or “Coop,” as his friends call him, started playing soccer for Trussville United soccer club at the age of two. He has had the joy of playing for TUSC, TFC, HVS and VHSC travel and competitive teams since the age of eight. In 2024, he traveled to Valencia Spain with HVS and was able to train and compete alongside players from Spain.
For Cooper, there have been some bumps and bruises along the way. At the age of 10, after some tough personal issues, Cooper had tryouts for a competitive soccer team, the team he had been with for two years, and he did not make the first team. He did, however, make the second team, but all of his friends were on first team.
In 10th grade, Cooper decided to move so he could play soccer at Hoover, leaving the team he had been with for years to play for a different one. He loved it and grew tremendously as a player. Before his senior season, he did not make the club team, which was
devastating. This left him without a team to play competitive soccer with for the
“Every time something has set him back in soccer, he turns to God first,” said his mother, Lara. “Playing for Faulkner is a blessing and something he has worked so very hard for. As we always say, ‘To God be the glory.’” Cooper spoke of his big day. “Signing to play soccer for Faulkner University is exciting. I am very happy to play the game I love and further my faith and education
By Kristi Jones, For the Tribune
ANNISTON, Ala. – The Hewitt-Trussville High School and Hewitt Trussville
Middle School mountain biking teams continued their dominance at the Alabama Cycling Association’s second race of the season, held March 16 at the McClellan Multi-Use Trails in Anniston.
Both teams captured firstplace trophies, maintaining undefeated records at 2-0 for the season.
After Saturday’s inclement weather, Sunday’s race turned into a mudfest, with riders navigating slippery sections throughout the course. Varsity competitors battled through 23 miles of mud-coated trails, testing their endurance in challenging conditions.
• 6th – Teague Jones
• 8th – Noah Clark 9th – Braden Smith
JV 1 Boys
• 8th – Noah Williams 9th – Nicholas Davis
Most Improved Riders
Several riders made significant improvements, moving up five or more places from their previous races:
• Brady Cohagan: +37 places
• Ryder Calton: +6 places
For updates and details, visit Hewitt Trussville MTB on Facebook or Instagram. Race details will also be available at acamtb.org
By John Goolsby, Prep and Motorsport Editor
Huntsville, Ala. – Former Hewitt Husky Nathan Knox of UAH has been named the Gulf South Conference Outdoor Track & Field Track Athlete of the Week. Knox becomes the first Charger men’s athlete to receive this honor since April 2023. This is the former Husky’s first GSC Athlete of the Week award and comes after Knox ran a personal best and set a school record in the 1,500 meters with a time of 3:47.98 at the Ole Miss Classic. His performance ranks first in the
JV 1 Girls
By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
• Jack Bailey: +24 places
• Tyler Steele: +16 places
The number one-ranked Hewitt-Trussville baseball team went 4-0 in Georgia over the weekend.
The McClellan trails, located within the former U.S. Army installation of Fort McClellan, feature more than 10 miles of purpose-built singletrack. Popular among riders of all ages, the trails offer a variety of blue and green segments that wind through the woods, with names reflecting the military base’s history, community figures, and local heroes.
Hewitt’s Leaders
By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
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Three Hewitt riders wore the coveted leader’s jerseys after accumulating the most points in their categories. Leader’s jerseys are awarded at each race’s awards ceremony and can be worn by points leaders at subsequent races.
• 1st – Evelyn Lolley 6th – Evelyn Murphree
JV 2 Boys 2nd – Nate Dodson 10th – John Toczko
The Huskies, 10-0, defeated Mill Creek (GA), LaGrange (GA), Central Phenix City, and Morgan County (GA).
Freshman Girls 10th – Bailey O’Dell
“We had a great two-day run for four games,” said head coach Jeff Mauldin. “It
Hewitt Trussville
Middle School 8th Grade Boys
• 1st – Lenwood Jones
• 2nd – Lleyton Sharp 5th – Jude Lolley
• 8th – Kaleb Richardson
• 10th – Abe Cox 8th Grade Girls
signed with Huntingdon College.
2nd – Isabelle Garver
• Noah Williams: +14 places
• Pate Williams: +10 plac-
es
MJ Steele: +9 places
Riley Higgins: +9 places
• Moses Davis: +8 places
• Nicholas Davis: +8 plac-
was truly a total team effort to win the tournament. Most everyone on the roster contributed in some way to help us win all four games.”
es
• Jax Mock: +8 places
“We played some highly respected programs from Al-
• Mattox Burton: +7 plac-
es Eli Moates: +7 places
• Nathan Harris: +7 places
• John Toczko: +7 places
Conrad Jones: +7 places
• Noah Clark: +7 places
A&M earlier this month.
– Shades Valley had four student-athletes participate in the school’s signing day on Friday. One volleyball player and three football players signed their National Letters of Intent.
• Landy Saxton, football, signed with Huntingdon College
The Hewitt riders wearing leader’s jerseys are Evelyn Lolley (JV 1), Lenwood Jones (8th grade), and Adelaide Tribble (6th grade).
Top 10 Performers
Hewitt Trussville High School
Volleyball standout Ashley Peake signed with Xavier University.
Varsity 4th – Conrad Jones
Landy Saxton, football,
• 3rd – Lilly Neal 5th – Madison Anthony 7th Grade Boys
• 4th – Logan O’Dell
• 7th Grade Girls 5th – Avery Fogg
• 6th Grade Boys
• 9th – MJ Steele
• 6th Grade Girls 1st – Adelaide Tribble
• CJ Ford, football, signed with Bethel College Johnny Steele, football, signed with Coffeyville Community College Dreshan Cook, football, signed with Bethel College earlier this month. Aidan Smith, football, signed with Alabama
• Jasmine Terry, volleyball, signed with Lee in
leyball, will sign with Dillard University in Terry and Wright
Ford, Saxton, Cook and Smith played for former head coach Rueben Nelson.
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Jake Gagne is ready for the 2025 MotoAmerica Superbike season to get started at Barber Motorsports Park this weekend.
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After the break to get well, Gagne will be looking for his fourth championship in five years in 2025.
“In hindsight, it kind of fires you up and gets you ready to go racing after a longer break than I’m used to in the offseason,” said Gagne.
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“Last year was definitely a tough one,” Gagne said. “It started out okay, but I was having problems. I’m sure everybody has heard I was dealing with some carpal tunnel issues. Your hand goes numb, you lose feeling, you lose strength—it’s not super uncommon. I know guys in racing who’ve struggled with it.
“It’s been over 25 years of racing motorcycles and putting all that work into my hand and wrist, and it all kind of came out last year, especially. It was a real bummer not to be able to finish the year. I was really struggling to get results, and at that point, we wanted to reset and focus on 2025.
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“I’m ready to get out there. This superbike class is really stacked this year. Every year, it gets tougher and tougher to get wins, with more guys on great machines. It’s going to be some of the best racing we’ve seen in a long time, so I’m excited to be a part of it.”
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“You could probably ask anybody in MotoAmerica, and I think a lot of them would say Barber is one of their favorite tracks, if not their favorite,” Gagne said. “The layout is really, really cool. For those who’ve been there, it’s just a beautiful place. We all know how well Barber Motorsports takes care of that place—it’s like a country club.
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Gagne wants fans to get an up-close look at the action at Barber Motorsports Park this weekend.
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