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City provides water safety with rescue boat By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer The Pelham Fire Department put its new R ONE Series connector-style rescue boat to good use out at Oak Mountain State Park, providing water safety for Jefferson County Adapted P.E.’s canoeing outing. Lt. Billy Earnest and other members of the fire department patrolled amidst the dozen canoes
in lake Oct. 12-14. Most of the participants were children with special needs and volunteers from the adapted physical education program. “This is fantastic. These are the events that a firefighter lives for,” Earnest said. “We have great people we work with here, and it makes us feel good about what we are doing, being able to volunteer with them.” The firefighters watched
as the kids paddle with instructors around the river, and Earnest said the responders help out in occasions when the kids have difficulties with the water. It’s a fun event and an opportunity to give back, according to Earnest. It’s also a way the Pelham Fire Department can connect with the community by joining the group’s lunch at the end of the day.
“We have a task to do today and that’s to ensure safety for the kids,” Earnest said. “It’s a great opportunity to give back.” The fire department first purchased the $32,810 rescue boat, trailer and related equipment and electronics Aug. 4 after it was approved by the City Council. Since then Earnest said they have taken it out for multiple training opportunities.
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The Pelham Fire Department joins the Jefferson County Adapted P.E.’s canoeing event Oct. 12-14, providing water safety for the children and volunteers of the program.
Pelham’s K-9 conference provides unique training opportunities By JESSA PEASE
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One by one, the Belgian malinois, German shepherds and labrador retrievers weaved through 31 cardboard boxes, testing the strength of their training through competition. Four of the boxes contained the scent of narcotics, four contained the scent of explosive material and the remaining boxes were
filled with objects, such as tennis balls, meant to distract the dogs from their objective. The dogs—each trained in either bomb or drug detection—were tasked with locating the four boxes they were qualified to find. This was just one of the many activities the 65 military and police K-9 units participated in at the
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Pelham’s Edward Gipson, 30, takes down a 15-yard gain by John Carroll’s Bailey Mara, 8.
Sweet victory Panthers shut out Cavaliers in first win of the season By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer BIRMINGHAM — After enduring a rough season, the Panthers won their first game Oct. 16, shutting out the John Carroll Cavaliers
21-0. Pelham’s strong defense contributed greatly to the win, seizing opportunities to gain field position and possession of the ball. “I’m extremely proud of our defense tonight, from the opening of game all the way
through,” said Pelham head coach Tom Causey. “We challenged them at the beginning of the week to create turnovers, we’ve done a really good job of that all year long. They did a great job of that tonight.” Jon Drake led the team’s
defense with eight tackles and a fumble recovery, followed by Vida Solito who had seven. Malik Copeland and Conner Christian each had six tackles for the night.
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Patrol dogs practice takedowns on the ice at the Pelham Civic Complex Oct.13-14 as part of the training provided at the K-9 Conference.
American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 commemorates 50th Vietnam Anniversary EVENT DETAILS
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Businesses located in Victoria Plaza on Pelham Parkway will hand out candy and treats to kids on Oct. 31 starting at 5 p.m.
Pelham businesses invite trick-or-treaters By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer Kai’s Koffee and the adjacent businesses in its plaza are welcoming trickor-treaters on Halloween, starting at 5 p.m. Most of the shops will be giving out candy and other treats. Kai’s Koffee House, Neighborhood CPAP, Linda’s Hair Salon, Boost Mobile and Nails Max, all
located in Victoria Plaza on Pelham Parkway, will all participate. “We tried to do something safe for the children and do something to get the community involved,” said Stacie Noss, manager at Kai’s Koffee. “It is all about the community. We try to give back as much as the community gives to us.”
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To thank Vietnam veterans and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the war, the American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555 is hosting a memorial ride and day of thanks Nov. 7. The event, held in conjunction with the Exchange Club of Shelby County and the Alabama National Cemetery, will begin with a flag assembly at 10 a.m. at the National Cemetery. “We just want to thank the veterans for their service and welcome them home,” said Tom McDaniel, public relations officer with Post 555. “This is an opportunity to thank the veterans who came home, thanks the families of those who didn’t come home and the families of those who did come home.”
WHAT: 50th Vietnam Anniversary Ride WHEN: Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. WHERE: Alabama National Cemetery and The Heart of Dixie HarleyDavidson
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Post 555 Legion Riders will ride from the Alabama National Cemetery to the Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson in Pelham to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Vietnam. McDaniel said that when veterans of Vietnam came home, they were treated poorly and didn’t receive thanks from anyone. Post 555 sees this event as a way to properly welcome those soldiers home and thank them for their service.
After a wreath laying ceremony, a musical tribute and a guest presentation, motorcyclists will depart from the cemetery at 10:45 a.m. and head to the Heart of Dixie HarleyDavidson in Pelham. Opening ceremonies will
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begin at noon at the HarleyDavidson Center with a presentation of colors, the national anthem and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a formal recognition of the Vietnam veterans. “This is just some thing we felt we needed to do,” McDaniel said. “We want a big response to this because we think this is something we that really should be done.”
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Panthers Griffin Rivers was back to take on the Cavs, passing two for 14 for 27 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Jackson Weaver lead the team with 14 rushes for 55 yards, followed by Giovanny Aidan who had 11 rushes for 37 yards and one touchdown. JT Reed also claimed a touchdown catch for the Panthers gaining 19 yards. “Offensively, we came out slow,” Causey said. “I thought the second half they did a great job of doing what we needed to do to win. They put together a couple of drives and kept John Carroll on the boundary gave our defense some time to rest. It was a great team win. We had a couple big plays with special teams tonight.” The first half of the game was uneventful, filled with penalties and three and outs. Only five points were put on the scoreboard, all for the Panthers, but Pelham only scored three of them. A muffed punt by John
Carroll with less than three minutes in the first, resulted in John Carroll’s kicker making a field goal for Pelham. The safety gave Pelham two points. The score stayed 2-0 Pelham until the end of the second. With 1:14 left on the clock, the Panthers gained possession of the ball on the Cavs’ 20-yard line. The offense was unable to produce an effective drive, but Jose Jimenez scored with a 37-yard field goal. Starting the second half with the Cavaliers trailing the Panthers 5-0, Pelham’s offense switched into gear. Two penalties on John Carroll for unsportsmanlike conduct put the Panthers on the 4-yard line with four shots at a touchdown. Despite going from first and four to third and 19, Rivers’ pass to JT Reed resulted in the first touchdown of the game. After John Carroll was forced to punt on its next drive, Pelham’s Blake Hester blocked a punt for another
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Panther quarterback Griffin Rivers, 18, passes to Jackson Weaver, avoiding Cavs’ Parker Miller, 64. safety, giving the Panthers two additional points with 4:47 left in the third. The game continued with each team’s defense holding the other until the last half of the fourth quarter. John Carroll’s inability to capitalize on a fourth down gave Pelham great field position on the Cavs’ 14-yard line. Two rushes by Aidan resulted in another touchdown for
Safety “The boat is fantastic. Right now the capacity for the boat is at 800 pounds,” he said. “We are going to use it as a rescue and recovery boat, but for these events, when we are out here needing some water safety, we’ll have guys who are good swimmers who will be able to rescue kids if necessary.” Previous to purchasing the R ONE Series boat, Pelham had to reach out to the Calera Police Department when needed a rescue boat. In having its own boat, Pelham’s responders are training
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Legion Previous to the event, the American Legion, Matthew Blount Post 555 is also asking local schools and afterschool programs to join them in welcoming veterans home by creating a thank you message. Art students are encouraged to create paintings, drawings, photos and graphic
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the slick surface while also attempting to apprehend an “agitator” in a bite suit. Johnson said the new ice training was popular at the conference. Other classes that were particularly successful were the scent behavior classes, tracking sessions and the helicopter simulation. Patrol dogs and their handlers were transported to Oak Mountain State Park in a helicopter, and the dogs were deployed on arrival to take down a target. Jason Purgason, with Highland Canine Training in North Carolina, taught three classes over the two-day period: Risk management and canine liability, getting the most out of canine teams and e-collar training. He said agencies, particularly smaller ones, have a difficult time getting information from outside sources, finding opportunities to hear different opinions from different trainers and learning new techniques. “Having conferences and events like this is great because they can come and, in just a matter of days, can see six to eight to 10 professional dog trainers that are here,”
Business Each of the participating businesses will have signs and posters up on the doors and windows, and everyone is encouraged to dress up for the occasion.
makes it easy to pull people into the boat. The boat is usually housed at Station No. 2 where many of the firefighters are also certified divers, according to Earnest.
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Conference Alabama Police and Military K-9 Conference at the Pelham Civic Complex Oct. 13-14. “Everybody seems to be positive,” said Pelham Police Sgt. Steve Johnson. “They’re enjoying it and getting a lot out of it.” Dog trainers and teams from around the southeast joined for this two-day event, focusing on all aspects of tracking, scent detection and patrol. Some sessions were hands-on for the handlers and dogs, and others were set in a classroom, developing techniques for K-9 units. Ricky Farley, owner of Alabama Canine Law Enforcement Training Center in Tuscaloosa, held one training session on the ice rink. After being commanded in either French or Dutch, the patrol dogs were deployed onto the ice, being instructed to take down a target. “They are trying to show the dogs things that are different and unique, so that the dogs can get accustomed and build their confidence in those areas,” Farley said, referencing the work on the ice. “They enjoy their work, and the ice is cool for them…they have a lot of fun doing it.” Several dogs raced across the rink, getting used to
Pelham. The Panther’s ended the shutout game 21-0. “I’m really proud for our coaches and for our community. I’m proud for our school. Our student body has been unbelievably supportive all year long. We are excited for them. I’m excited for our players. We needed this win in a bad way and I’m really proud for them,” Causey said.
of the American Revolution will also present pins and certificates. If your school, aftercare program, scout troop or church children’s ministry would like to participate, email Kenneth Paschal, 1st Vice Commander at 1SGPaschal@gmail.com.
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This German shepherd attempts to find the hidden narcotic or explosive material in four of the 31 cardboard boxes at the Alabama Police and Military K-9 Conference Oct. 13. Purgason said. “I’ve had a lot of interaction in the last two classes.” Liability, he said, is a particularly important topic for the units and municipalities. That’s why he often will opt to teach the course over a handson training class. “I feel like it’s important for handlers and agencies to understand (liability) and be able to reduce it,” Purgason said. “It’s so important that it needs to be talked about, so that’s one of the reasons why I teach it.” Overall, Johnson said the event was successful, with a larger turnout than last year’s conference.
continued from page 1A This is Kai’s second year participating in the community trick-or-treat event, and Noss said she will be also be dressed up while serving coffee to customers.
”I think a lot of people really do enjoy coming to Kai’s,” she said. “It’s a very laid back environment. (It’s nice) just to be able to have something that you don’t have to worry so much bringing your kids by. We try to watch out for everybody. We try to have a little something different for everybody.” At Kai’s Koffee, kids will be given free hot chocolate, or Spooky Brew, with every purchase of a latte or mocha. Noss said it’s a fun event that everyone seems to enjoy. The whole point is just to give back to the community and join together for some holiday fun. Noss said Kai’s has also been displaying support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink coffee wraps and bows. “We are just a local business and we’re just trying to get the community involved,” Noss said.
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The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual Industry Block Party at Summer Classics in Pelham Oct. 8. LEFT: Carey Hoerner and John Smith. RIGHT: Shelby County Manager Alex Dudchock, Rob Robinson and Summer Classics Co-CEO Dick Cross.
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New archery park caters to all ages Oak Mountain State Park
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Oak Mountain State Park’s archery park is the 11th community archery range in the state.
Community Columnist Have you seen the new Community Archery Park located inside Oak Mountain State Park? If not, you need to come and check it out! The grand opening was held on Aug. 4. It becomes the 11th community archery park in the state of Alabama. The archery park will be open year-round during daylight hours for recreational shooting, competitive tournaments and outdoor educational programming. The Park Naturalist is certified to teach archery classes and will be happy to set up a class for teachers, Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops, or anyone inter-
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The Community Archery Park in Oak Mountain State Park is the 11th park of its kind in Alabama. ested in learning about archery. Be on the watch for events scheduled by following us on Facebook and by looking at our website, Alapark.com/ oak-mountain-state-park. The facility includes an eight-target adult range from 15 to 50 yards, an eight-target youth range of 5 to 20 yards and a four-target range of 10 to 40 yards. The park also features a 12-foot shooting platform for bow hunters to practice shooting from an elevated position.
There is a bathroom and small pavilion with a few picnic tables onsite. Use of the archery park is free for those under 16 years of age or over 65 years of age. Oak Mountain entry fees still apply. Alabamians ages 16 to 64 must have a hunting license, Wildlife Management Area license, or Wildlife Heritage license in order to shoot. For non-residents, an annual Wildlife Management Area license or non-resident hunting license is required.
Licenses are available from various local retailers or online at Outdooralabama.com. For more information on scheduling an archery class with the Park Naturalist, call 620-2520 or email Oakmountain.naturalist@ dcnr.alabama.gov. To schedule a competitive tournament, contact Anna Jones Frew, Oak Mountain Events Coordinator by calling 6202520 or by email at Anna. Jones@dcnr.alabama.gov. Please remember that you keep Alabama State Parks open by visiting them. Emily Cook is the Naturalist at Oak Mountain State Park and can be reached at (205) 620-2520.
‘Mystery Servers’ promote healthy breakfasts FROM STAFF REPORTS About 215 Oak Mountain Intermediate students attended breakfast recently in order to discover the identity of the “Mystery Server.” But instead of finding one “Mystery Server” they found several, who also happened
to be some of their older role models from right next door at Oak Mountain High School. Child Nutrition Manager JoAnn Colvin invited football players and cheerleaders from OMHS to participate in the “Mystery Server” activity where a community leader
or guest of some kind serves the OMIS students breakfast one morning to encourage everyone to eat a good, nutritious breakfast at school. OMHS football players Justice Hammond, Armond Lloyd, Hall Morton, Coleman Reeves and Warren Shader served the students on one
of the serving lines, while cheerleaders Holly Alvendia, Christina Dorsey and Grace Riddle served on the other line. “It was so much fun for the older students as well as the younger ones,” said Child Nutrition Program Area Manager LeighFran Jones.
Obituaries Scotty Darrell Brantley Alabaster Scotty Darrell Brantley, 37, died unexpectedly Friday, Oct. 9. Scotty is survived by his father, W a y n e Brantley of Montevallo; his wife, Melissa M a n e y Brantley Brantley of Alabaster; daughter, Marissa Nicole Brantley of Calera; step-daughters, Savannah Rainier, Madelyn Rainier and Presley Carroll of Alabaster; his brother, Destry Brantley and sisterin-law, Heather Brantley, and nephew, Fletcher Brantley of Jemison; fatherin-law and mother-in-law, Jerry and Dianne Maney of Mars Hills, NC. He is preceded in death by his mother, Peggy Ann Brantley, and infant sister, Dedra Brantley. Scotty was vice-president of Wayne Brantley Electric of Pelham, where he took pride in every project from start to finish. He was a very dedicated son, father, stepfather, friend and incredibly loving husband. He was a 1996 graduate of Jemison High School where he played football and made many lifelong friends. He was very passionate about Alabama football, he loved to workout and ride motorcycles with his wife. We received friends and family for the viewing Thursday, Oct. 15 from 5-8 p.m. at Rockco Funeral Home in Montevallo. The funeral was Friday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. at Shady Grove Church, 113 Shady Grove Loop, Randolph, AL 36792. Online condolences may be made at Rockcofuneralmontevallo. com.
of Summerfield, Fla.; sisters, Sibyl Willis McLean of Selma, Vivian Willis Hollis (Robert) of Navarre, Fla., Esther Willis Chappelle (Ulysses) of Selma; and a brother, James Willis (Henrietta) of Stockton, Calif. She is survived by grandchildren, Jarrod David Nichols of Cahaba Heights, Sandra McCurdy Hauser of Princeton, Texas, Rebecca Nicole Boman of Huntsville, Richard Eugene Mims of Alpine, Brooke Lorrell Kaiser of Alabaster, Norman Heath McCurdy of Jasper, Tonya Katherine Mims of Jemison, ReAnna Marie Chappelle of Selma, and Ramona Renea Chappelle of Plantersville; step grandsons, Christopher Brian Riddle of Hoover, David Luverne Chappelle, Jr., John Darron Chappelle, Stephen Eric Chappelle, and Shannon Chappelle; step-granddaughters, Dina Carter Berutti of Aromas, Calif., and Kristi Carter of Belton, Texas; eight great-grandchildren and a host cousins, nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jessie and Vesta Moore Willis; husband, Chester David Chappelle; daughter, Vesta Chappelle Smith; stepdaughter, Linda Chappelle Carter and her brother, J. D. Willis. A funeral was held Wednesday, Oct. 14 at Selma Funeral Home and burial at Pineview Memory Gardens in Selma. Visitation/viewing began at 10 a.m. and the funeral service began at 11 a.m. All were welcome to attend and celebrate Katherine Chappelle’s life. The family would like to thank Shelby Ridge Nursing Home in Alabaster and Affinity Hospice Care for the efforts, care, and dedication. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign the guest book at Selmafuneralhome.com.
Berniece Donahoo Delilah Katherine Willis Chappelle Alabaster Delilah Katherine Willis Chappelle died peacefully Monday, Oct. 12 in Alabaster at the age of 85. Katherine was born on March 21, 1930 in Selma to Jessie Alphonso and Vesta Moore Willis. Katherine is survived by her children, Teresa McCurdy Riddle (Larry) of Pelham, Norman Odell McCurdy (Barbara) of Kennedy, Jacqueline Chappelle Mims (Rick) of Jemison, and stepson, David Luverne Chappelle (Beverly)
Harpersville Berniece Donahoo, age 94, of Harpersville, passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, Oct. 14. She was a loving mother and dedicated servant of the Lord. She loved her church and her family, especially her grandchildren. She served her community tirelessly for her entire life. The funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16 at First Baptist Church of Harpersville with Rev. Phil McMillan and Rev. Leon White officiating. Burial followed in Harpersville City Cemetery. Visitation was
from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15 at the church. Bolton Funeral Home directed. Mrs. Donahoo was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Myrtle Glaze; brothers, Curtis Glaze and Alton Glaze; husband, Lloyd Embry Donahoo; and a son, James Lloyd Donahoo. She is survived by her daughters, Connie Jemison (Wayne) and Becky Morris (Lane); grandchildren, Alan Jemison, Brad Jemison, Jennifer Bright, Lana Morris, Kevin Morris, Jill Donahoo, Lloyd Donahoo; 11 great-grandchildren and numerous other family and friends. Please sign online condolences at Boltonfuneralhome. com.
Christy Cannady Calera Christy Cannady, age 48, of Calera, died Saturday, Oct. 10. Visitation was from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, at Bolton Funeral Home. Ms. Cannady is survived by one brother, Howard Cannady (Donna); one nephew, Nick Cannady (Kayla); and one great-niece, Kinsley Cannady. Please sign online condolences at Boltonfuneralhome. com.
Mary Ann Ihas Columbiana Mary Ann Ihas, 91, of Columbiana and Birmingham, died Saturday, Oct. 10, three days after her birthday, in her daughter’s home as she wished, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. M a r y Ann was born Oct. 7, 1924, in Delphos, Ohio, the first of six children of Hermena and Leland Ihas Lentz. She grew up in Hillsdale, Mich., where she attended school, met and married her beloved husband of 58 years, Eugene Charles Ihas, who preceded her in death in 1999. Mary Ann will be remembered fondly for her sharp mind and memory, determination, suffer-no-fools-attitude, irreverent sense of humor, and unswerving dedication to family. As a young mother of two small children, unable to pursue her own educational goals, she reared as her own two younger siblings, making sure they finished high school. She worked nights for Boeing in Battle
Creek, Mich., overseeing blueprints. Later, she was a bookkeeper in Birmingham, Mich., and Summit, N.J. A voracious reader, Mary Ann was an accomplished vegetable gardener and an award winning Avon sales representative. She volunteered as coordinator of her church’s Bingo night for seniors. Late in life, she became a passionate, if occasional and very controlled, casino gambler. Mary Ann is survived by her children, Sandra Ann Coder of Sterrett, and Gary Gene Ihas (Joann) of Gainesville, Fla.; grandchildren, Robert Hillier (Mary Kay) of Columbiana, Alexis Posey of Gainesville, Fla., Holly Hillier Peveler of Cincinnati, Ohio, Todd Coder (Mary Susan) of Birmingham, Benjamin Ihas (Kala) of Boulder, Colo., and Matthew Coder of Hoover; siblings, Bonnie Snow of Mt. Dora, Fla., Robert and Keith (Margaret) Lentz of Middleburg, Fla., and Martha (Pete) Landis of Osseo, MI; and six great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her brother, Leland (Bud) Lentz, and grandson, Nicholas Posey. The family will celebrate Mary Ann’s life privately. Her ashes will be scattered with those of her beloved husband, Gene, in Hillsdale, Mich., on the site of their first date. She will be dearly missed. The family thanks every person who helped Mary Ann die with dignity. Memorial contributions may be sent to New Beacon Hospice, 122 7th Ave NE, Alabaster, AL 35007.
Patricia Clackler Smith Vincent Funeral service for Patricia Clackler Smith, age 62, was held Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. at Vandiver Church of God. Interment was at Lawleys Chapel Cemetery. The family received friends on Tuesday, Oct. 13 from noon – 2 p.m. at the church. Ms. Smith passed away Friday, Oct. 9. She is survived by two sons, Scott Smith and Heath Smith; two daughters, Virginia Smith and Sherri Snider; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Larry Clackler; and sister, Melba Clackler. Condolences may be offered online at Kilgroefh.com. Kilgroe Funeral Home – Pell City directed the service.
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October 21, 2015 5A
Teachers dance at pep rally Conversations with Connie Connie Nolen Community Columnist “Don’t miss Friday’s pep rally,” said PHS softball coach and AP U.S. History teacher Sabrina Tutchtone. “You’ll see a once-in-a-lifetime performance!” Dealing with some sickness while taking in daily and nightly homecoming events, I was assisting in planning Pelham High School’s traditional Saturday Night Homecoming Dance when Tutchtone’s message caught my eye. Knowing that theatre teacher Jamie Stephenson had cut music for a secret teacher dance for Friday’s homecoming pep rally, I stopped by the top-secret practice. While Stephenson suggested changing formations and creating windows so that each teacher-dancer could be clearly observed, the back row teacher-dancers insisted that they were on the back row to hide and suggested that Stephenson save her formations for theatre students. Impressed with the group’s choreography and energy, I suggested that they add the opening dance at the students’ Saturday night 2015 Homecoming Dance to their performance tour. Suspiciously, almost all of the teacher-dancers seemed to have immediate out-of-
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PHS Edu-dancers pose for a picture. They performed at the school’s homecoming pep rally. town trips planned following their Friday debut dance. At Friday’s pep rally, each graduating class’s team participated in a dance-off competition. Following the senior class performance, the students were stunned to see one more group take the floor— the PHS Edu-dancers. Amidst an array of wobbles, wops and other incredible moves, the Edu-dancers ended their performance with a feature dancer as science teacher Chris Cotter performed the worm—truly ending the Homecoming Pep Rally with a brouhaha. After Friday night’s game, Saturday night’s dance and senior lead-out provided the perfect Homecoming culmination.
QUICK FACTS At Friday’s pep rally, each graduating class’s team participated in a dance-off competition. Amidst an array of wobbles, wops and other incredible moves, the Edu-dancers ended their performance with a feature dancer as science teacher Chris Cotter performed the worm. DJ PHS junior Daniel Palacios played three hours of excellent music and kept students dancing. The dance was a great success with a great turnout of teachers and students. Laura Cochran announced senior lead-out with aplomb.
Windy Rosensthiel, PHS substitute teacher and Above the Influence coordinator, decorated with her amazingly beautiful flowers and accoutrements. “This year, I was excited to be in senior lead-out,” said senior Alex Crow. “I enjoyed the liveliness of the dance floor.” Keeping the dance lively was our DJ, PHS junior Daniel Palacios, played three hours of excellent music and kept students dancing. “Best exercise ever and so much fun being goofy kids again,” said Tutchtone. “Pelham is family.” Connie Nolen is a community columnist for the city of Pelham and can be reached at nolen7677@aol.com.
Kids get creative at Art from the Heart By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer Bottle tops, starfish and beaded peace necklaces filled the halls of the Linda Nolen Center Oct. 13, as the school put on its annual Art from the Heart Festival. About 80-90 students rotated through eight stations, dedicated to creativity and sensory. The kids showed off their creative side by making canvas, sand and starfish art, stringing beaded peace necklaces, blowing bubbles and crafting print paintings. “They are painting real starfish (at one of the stations),” said Linda Nolen Center teacher Michaelle Ledlow. “We watered down the acrylics and they are just painting them like they want to, and then we are going to make a big collage out of them and hang it in the school.” The students also created one large piece of artwork together, made from bottle caps, which will be
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A volunteer from Calera High School helps a student pop a paint filled balloon at the Linda Nolen Center’s Art from the Heart Festival Oct. 13. displayed in the school. This year, they made instead a large star and have created many other shapes over the years. Ledlow said the kids enjoy getting to develop
RECORDS Police Reports
The following are incident and offense reports from the Pelham Police Department from Oct. 7-13: Oct. 7 Miscellaneous information from 2200 block of Pelham Parkway, Pelham (parking lot/garage). Burglary III from Pelham Parkway, Pelham (storage facility). Stolen assorted tools valued at $2,860. Property damage from 4800 block of US 11, Pelham. Miscellaneous information from 2500 block of Chandabrook Circle. Burglary III from Metro Parkway, Pelham (storage facility). Oct. 8 Property damage from Ballantrae Club Drive, Pelham (parking lot/ garage). Theft of property III from 100 block of King Valley Street, Pelham (residence/ home). Burglary III from Pelham Parkway, Pelham (storage facility). Stolen was assorted tools valued at $1,000. Harassment from Ridge Drive, Pelham (commercial). Miscellaneous information from 100 block of Stone Road, Pelham (residence/ home). Miscellaneous information from 800 block of Valleyview Road, Pelham (residence/home). Death investigation from Macallen Drive, Pelham (residence/home). Miscellaneous information from an unknown location. Oct. 9 Criminal mischief I from 3400 block of Pelham Parkway, Pelham (other/ unknown).
Property damage from Southgate, Pelham (other/unknown). Miscellaneous information from 100 block of Oliver Street, Pelham (residence/ home). Criminal mischief II from I-65, Pelham (highway/street). Unlawful breaking and entering from 100 block of Cahaba Valley Parkway, Pelham (restaurant).
Oct. 10 Theft of property I from Belcher Drive, Pelham. Stolen was various metal fittings valued at $4,000. Theft of property III from Pelham Parkway, Pelham (specialty store). Stolen was various groceries valued at $33. Oct. 11 Theft of property II from 2100 block of Pelham Parkway, Pelham (department store). Stolen was a pressure washer valued at $297 and an electric dog collar valued at $38. Theft of property III from Pelham Parkway, Pelham (parking lot/garage). Stolen was a confederate flag valued at $45. Change bills from 1300 block of Ballantrae Club Drive, Pelham (other/ unknown). Oct. 12 Unlawful possession of marijuana II from Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham (parking lot/garage). Illegal possession of debit/credit card from Amphitheater Road, Pelham (other/ unknown). Accumulations unlawful from Village Drive, Pelham (commercial). Illegal possession of credit/debit card from 2200 block of Pelham Parkway, Pelham (restaurant). Property damage from 1800 block of US 35, Pelham (highway/street). Identity theft from Keystone Court, Pelham (commercial). Oct. 13 Theft of property III from 200 block of Kings Crest Lane, Pelham (residence/
their senses through the creative projects during the day. Calera High School’s art program also sent about 30 volunteers to help out with the stations and classrooms.
home). Stolen was various jewelry valued at $2,000. Theft of property III from an unknown location (other/unknown). Stolen was an Alabama license plate valued at $23. Criminal mischief III from Cahaba Valley Parkway, Pelham (commercial). Damages valued at $100 were done to a glass window. Unlawful breaking and entering from Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham (restaurant). Stolen was a ceiling fan valued at $400. Theft of property from Trail Ridge Drive, Pelham (bank).
Arrests The following individuals were arrested and charged by the Pelham Police Department from Oct. 7-13: Oct. 7 William Buckley, 42, Pelham, foreign felony arrest. Oct. 8 Dominique Adkins, 25, Bessemer, alias warrant. Raul Gomez, 50, Birmingham, alias warrant. Alison Kelley,36, Harpersville, two counts of alias warrant. Micah Larkin, 31, two counts of alias warrant. Chelsie Lowe, 25, Cropwell, alias warrant. Jerico Parker, Jones, 33, two counts of alias warrant. Oct. 9 Brandon Brantley, 34, Cullman, two counts of alias warrant. Brian Kelley, 33, Pell City, four counts of alias warrant. Oct. 10 Clayton Self, 38, Pelham, theft of lost property and burglary III.
“The schools have cut art, so we try to just keep it in the schools,” she said. “We have a volunteer art teacher who used to work in the school. She started it and I just continue it for her, and she comes and volunteers in her free time.” The art festival featured a hotdog lunch and the band Festival Expressions, who have performed at the event for the past three years. The Birmingham-based band formed in 2011 and integrates rock, jazz, blues, reggae and organic electronica. Festival Expressions band members—Ransom Pewitt, Mike Sinopole, Kevin McClure, Marcus O'Neill and Josh Wiseman— entertained guests of the art festival the whole afternoon. Ledlow said it was a great event, and everyone involved seemed to have a good time. “It’s (so the students) can do their creative side,” she said. “Just so they can explore and do anything they want. It’s just free art.”
Oct. 11 Charles Blanton, 28, Pensacola, unlawful possession of marijuana II. Oct. 12 Antoine Britt, 27, Birmingham, alias warrant, failure to appear/comply. Brian Brooks, 30, Remlap, alias warrant. Reinalda Clifton, 23, Birmingham, two counts of alias warrant. Oct. 13 Thomas Kendrick, 40, Leeds, failure to appear/comply.
Divorces The following couples were granted divorces in Shelby County from Sept. 17-30: William Whitehead of Pelham and Linda Whitehead of Hoover. Sonia Recinos and Jose Roberto Recions of Pelham. Ashley Rena Surrett and Joseph Adam Surrett of Pelham. Michael James McCraven of Birmingham and Renee Carter McCraven of Pelham.
Marriage The following individuals were granted marriage licenses in Shelby County from Sept. 29-Oct. 12: Hayden Michael Long, 23, Birmingham and Emma Caroline Seay, 22, Pelham. Diego Lopez-Aguirre, 21, Pelham and Maria Elena Garcia Calderon, 19, Pelham. Lindsey Elizabeth Estep, 30, Pelham and Michael Thomas McFall, 36, Pelham. James Lance Tyler Buffkin, 29, Pelham and Meaghan Faye Williams, 25, Pelham. Brian Daniel Petty, 25, Pelham and Courtney Michelle Fernandez, 26, Birmingham.
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FBC Pelham celebrates at fall festival By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer Each year, First Baptist Church of Pelham hosts a fall festival with free food and drinks, carnival games and inflatables. This year’s festivities took place Oct. 4 from 4-6 p.m., and it was the biggest one yet. “It’s our way of showing the community we are here for them and we love them and showing them Christ’s love,” said Director of Preschool and Children’s Ministries Jonathan Williams. About 2,000 people came out to enjoy the seven inflatable attractions and more than 20 carnival-style games with candy. Williams said they also gave out about
2,000 hotdogs and drinks, and about 500 bags of popcorn. Lazy Boy BBQ and Frios Gourmet Pops were also at the event to sell additional treats to guests. “We’ve had lots of people who been thankful for the event and than we were there,” Williams said. “There were lots of folk not from our church who attended.” This is the church’s second year hosting the fall festival outside of First Baptist Church’s campus. The event has been going on for 20 or more years, according to Williams, and the crowds have gotten so big they moved the event to Pelham Park. “My favorite part is just seeing whole community come together and seeing
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First Baptist Church of Pelham hosts its annual fall festival with inflatables, candy and carnival-style games.
our church show the love of Christ to our community,” Williams said. “It was really good. We had a great time.” Usually, the fall festival is closer to Halloween, but this year, Williams said they are having several neighborhood events Oct. 31. These will be “mini fall festivals” held at people’s homes, and each one will be a little different. Some might have hot chocolate and others may have popcorn, but Williams said they are all open to the public and will have games for children. The events will be set up in time for trick-or-treating. There will be one neighborhood event in Pelham, two in Helena and one in Alabaster on Halloween.
Hydrocephalus Association hosts awareness walk at OMSP By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer More than 1 million people live with Hydrocephalus, a chronic condition caused by an accumulation of fluid on the brain. For those million people, there is only one treatment: Brain surgery. To raise funds for research and awareness for the condition, the Central Alabama Hydrocephalus Association is hosting a walk at Oak Mountain State Park Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “The monies that we raise fund vital research that is being done at five different hospitals in the United States,” said Nalini Patel, one of the coordinators and volunteers for the event.
EVENT DETAILS WHAT: Central Alabama Hydrocephalus Association Walk WHEN: Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Oak Mountain State Park South Trail Head
Patel’s son is 17 and has had more than 100 brain surgeries in his life. For her, the hundredth surgery was just as hard as the first. Registration for the walk starts at 11 a.m. at the South Trail Head in the park. There will be music, food, face painting, a kids’ zone and
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This year’s Central Alabama Hydrocephalus Association Walk will be at Oak Mountain State Park Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. vendors of all kinds. Patel said many neurosurgeons come out to support the group, and they share
materials on the brain and coping with the condition. “We think that knowledge is power,” she said. “The
more you know the better you can take care of your loved one.” Charles Daniel with ABC 33/40 will serve as this year’s master of ceremonies, and all the money raised will go to Children's of Alabama where vital research is being done to improve the treatments and lives of those affected by Hydrocephalus. This is the association’s eighth Hydrocephalus Walk, and the first time they have held it at Oak Mountain. What started as about 25 participants has grown to more than 400 over the years. Last year, they raised about $35,000, and Patel said they hope to raise $40,000 this year. “It’s an overwhelming feeling to know you are not
alone and there are resources out there to help you,” she said. “Its just a great place for people to celebrate who they are.” Since her son was diagnosed, Patel said she feels fundraisers like this walk have greatly contributed to improved treatments. She said she also believes she is helping to improve the conditions for future patients. To register for the walk, visit Hawalk.kintera.org/ Alabama. “(It’s just) the feeling of “wow” with the overwhelming support from our community,” Patel said. “Just to know you aren’t alone is amazing because there aren’t many people out there that know about us.”
Pelham and Shelby County celebrate Constitution Week Sept. 17-23 Columbiana Phoebe Donald Robinson Community Columnist For the first time ever, the City of Pelham, Pelham Board of Education and all Pelham city schools declared by proclamations Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week. At the Pelham City Council meeting on Sept. 8, Mayor Gary Waters declared by signed proclamation for Pelham to celebrate the 228th anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution. Also in attendance were council members Ron Scott,
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The City of Pelham, Pelham City Schools Board of Education, and all Pelham city schools declared Sept 17-23 as Constitution Week by proclamation celebrating the 228th anniversary of the signing of United States of America historic document, the oldest constitution in the world. Beth McMillian, Rick Hayes, Maurice Mercer, Karyl Rice, City Clerk Marsha Yates and Pelham City Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Coefield.
Coefield also declared by proclamation that the Pelham City School system would also celebrate Constitution Week along with proclamations from all principals of Pelham
schools: Valley Elementary, Principal Deberah Miller; Valley Intermediate, Principal Robin Hollingsworth; Riverchase Middle, Principal Susan Hyatt; and Pelham High, Principal Dr. Jason Yohn. Each school and the Pelham City Library had a bulletin board displaying Constitution Week literature. The proclamations were organized by Neville Peacock, member of the David Lindsay Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and resident of Pelham. The tradition of celebrating Constitution Week was started in 1955 by the DAR petitioning Congress to set aside Sept. 17-23 annually to the observance Constitution Week which became Public Law 915 on Aug. 2, 1956, signed by pres-
ident Dwight D. Eisenhower. DAR David Lindsay Daughters throughout Shelby County organized additional Constitution Week observances: Edna Sealy, Calera High and Calera Elementary schools proclamations; Ann Head, Wilsonville Elementary and Town of Wilsonville proclamations; Linda Ackley, City of Alabaster, Meadow View Elementary and Thompson Intermediate proclamations; Beverly Hall, Shelby County High School proclamation and Ms. Nettles 12th grade government class read CW minutes over the SCHS intercom; Sheila Coupland, Valley Elementary bulletin board and CW minutes read over intercom; Audra Leverton, Mayor Hollie Cost, City of Montevallo, and Dr. John Stewart, University of
Montevallo proclamations; Karen Jensen, Mayor Ray McAllister, City of Vincent and Vincent High School proclamations; Bonnie Atchison, Columbiana Middle School and Mayor Stancil Handley, City of Columbiana proclamations; Lura Campbell, Mayor Mark Hall, Helena, and all Helena schools’ proclamations; Phoebe Robinson Hilltop Montessori proclamation and gave CW program at Hilltop Middle School and kindergarten; and Peggy Wood, Hall and Robinson gave a CW children’s program at Columbiana Public Library. Phoebe Donald Robinson is a community columnist for the city of Columbiana and can be reached at phoeberobinson@bellsouth.net.
County Commissioner Daniel Acker Sr. not seeking re-election in 2016 By NEAL WAGNER
Managing Editor ALABASTER — After 23 years of service on the Shelby County Commission, Alabaster resident Daniel Acker Sr. will not seek re-election in 2016, he announced on Oct. 5. Acker announced his decision in a letter to the Shelby County Reporter, in which he thanked the community, his supporters and the county’s leadership. “I am a man who has been blessed. For 23 years, I have been a part of a team that has led Shelby County from the brink of bankruptcy to being number one in the State of Alabama in most areas,” he wrote. “Shelby is the envy throughout Alabama and many other
states. This did not happen by accident but by careful planning with talented leadership in the right places at the right time.” Acker originally was elected to serve District 4 on the Commission in 1992, and has remained in the seat since then. Acker suffered a stroke three years ago, and cited health issues with his decision to not seek re-election for another term. “Three years ago, a light stroke took one of God’s most precious gifts from me – a portion of my eyesight,” Acker wrote. “Since that time, I have given up my driving privileges. As with most things they are not appreciated until they are gone. “Since that time, my term as county commis-
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Daniel Acker Sr., left, shown with former Shelby County Commissioner Joel Bearden, right, will not seek re-election in 2016 after serving on the commission for 23 years. sioner representing parts of Alabaster and Pelham has been uninterrupted, and I will continue to serve until my term ends November 2016,” Acker
wrote. “However, in looking at the 2016-2020 election, my health might not hold up. My parents, Mother Nature and Father Time, are suggesting for me to sit back and relax.”
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Acker thanked the county’s 600 employees, including County Manager Alex Dudchock, Financial Manager Butch Burbage and Highway Director Randy Cole for their work over the years. “Without them, our county would not be the well-oiled machine it has become,” he wrote. “As a commissioner, it has been an honor to be only a small part of this team.” Acker, who has lived in Shelby County with his wife, Judy, for 56 years, comes from a long line of public servants. His grandfather and uncle were county sheriffs, his aunt was a tax collector, his cousin was mayor of Columbiana and his brother currently is a commissioner in Fayette County.
“Serving the community through elected office is a tradition in our family, and I felt the call. I have been privileged to serve as commissioner in District 4 because I love, respect and highly regard each individual for their worth,” Acker wrote. “I sincerely hope each one knows they can trust me to do the right thing for them. I pray God’s blessings on the new selection for this office. My support for the County and its officers will be unwavering.” Qualifying currently is open for all Alabama political candidates, including some seats on the Shelby County Commission. The qualifying deadline is Nov. 6, and the Republican primary election will be on March 1, 2016.
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OWL-O-WEEN AT ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER
SENIOR HEALTH SUMMIT: The Senior Health Summit will be held Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Pelham YMCA, 2610 Pelham Parkway. Medicare enrollments experts will be available to answer questions. Free lunch will be available for those who RSVP, along with healthy living vendors, door prizes and a flu shot clinic. RSVP by Oct. 18 by calling 664-9622. OWL-O-WEEN AT ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER: The Alabama Wildlife Center at Oak Mountain State Park will hold its annual Owl-o-ween event on Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids can dress up and enjoy candy, games, face painting and exploring other activities at the center. An activity called Owl Prowl will allow families to explore a walkway and watch songbirds through the eyes of an owl. For more information, visit Awrc.org/Owl-o-ween. NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD: Night of the Living Dead at Pelham High School. The shows will be performed Oct. 29-31 at 6 p.m. in the high school parking lot. Tickets are $5. TRICK-OR-TREAT AT PELHAM BUSINESSES: Kai’s Koffee House, Neighborhood CPAP, Linda’s Hair Salon, Boost Mobile and Nails Max, all located in Victoria Plaza on Pelham Parkway, will welcome trick-ortreaters on Halloween starting at 5 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to dress up for the event. HYDROCEPHALUS WALK: The Central Alabama Hydrocephalus Association will host a walk at Oak Mountain State Park on Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise funds for research and awareness for the condition. Registration starts at 11 a.m. at the South Trail Head in the park. There will be music, food, face painting, a kids zone and vendors. To register for the walk, visit Hawalk.kintera.org/ Alabama.
The ride will start at the Alabama National Cemetery and will end at the Heart of Dixie H-D in Pelham. No fees but RSVP.
Meetings KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY INC.: KappaAlpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.Alabaster-Pelham (Shelby County) Alumni typically meets on third Saturdays in Helena.All members ofKappaAlpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. are invited to attend. Business professional attire is requested. Contactshelbynupes@gmail. comor(205) 937-3092for more details on the exact location. ADULT ESL CLASSES: The Pelham City Schools English as a Second Language department has partnered with the Literacy Council of Central Alabama to offer ESL classes to adults in the Pelham community. Classes are held at Valley Intermediate School every Tuesday throughout the school year from 6:30-8 p.m. Free childcare is available on site. Classes are free, although students must purchase a $25 textbook, and they are open to the public. Info: 624-6700.
NATURE STORY TIME: Nature Story Time at Oak Mountain State Park will be held at 10 a.m. Nov. 4 and Dec. 2. Call Emily at 620-2520 for more information or email oakmountain.naturalist@ dcnr.alabama.gov.
COFFEE AND CONTACTS: A Free Networking Meeting is held every Thursday at 8 a.m. at McAlister’s Deli, located at 152 Bowling Lane in Pelham. Breakfast sandwiches and coffee will be provided for everyone to enjoy while they mingle and introduced themselves to each other. For more information, contact Wendy L. Ainsworth, general manager at McAlister’s Deli Pelham, at 985-9797.
VIETNAM 50TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION RIDE: A Vietnam 50th Anniversary Commemoration Ride and Day of Thanks, hosted by American Legion Matthew Blount Post 555, will be held Nov. 7 at 10 a.m.
AMERICAN LEGION MATTHEW BLOUNT POST 555 meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Pelham Senior Citizen building. Info: Post Commander Barry K. Blount at 531-4131.
TALES FOR TOTS STORYTIME: The Arc of Shelby County has Tales for Tots Storytime on the last Friday of every month from 10-11 a.m. at The Arc of Shelby County, 203 Amphitheater Road, Pelham. Come join us for a fun-filled story, craft activity, snack and best of all, free family fun! Info: 664-9313 or visit TheArcofShelby.org. Please bring a donation as your admission (wipes, glue, stickers, paper, etc.) OAK MOUNTAIN MISSIONS, 2699 Pelham Parkway, is in need of the following items: canned fruit, spaghetti, sauce, ketchup, flour, cornmeal, noodles, rice, cereal, grits, crackers, cookies, peanut butter, jelly, toilet tissue, paper towels and men’s jeans. Info: 685-5757. LET’S TALK ABOUT: The Arc of Shelby County, 203 Amphitheater Road, Pelham, is hosting a group discussion for adults with a disability. An adult discussion group for women will be the second Tuesday of each month from 5-6 p.m. A discussion group for men will be the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5-6 p.m. SHELBY SHUFFLERS: The Shelby Shufflers meet at Valley Elementary School in Pelham every first and third Friday. Square dance workshop begins at 7:30 p.m. and mainstream/ plus squares, round and lines begin at 8 p.m. Info: Buddy Heerten at 991-6154 or lou.heerten@charter.net, Jerry Handley at 689-8456 or Jackie and Juanita Smith at smith5166@ bellsouth.net.
This class is for beginners and up, men and women. Everyone gets a workout while working in the refined realm of classical ballet technique. Instructors are Deborah and Stevan Grebel. The class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The price is $150 for a class card of 10 classes, good for three months, or $18 per class. For more information, call 987-7234. DANCE CLASSES: The Stevan Grebel Center of Dance, 102 Commerce Parkway, is holding dance classes for all ages, 2 and a half through adult. Classes include baby ballet, creative movement, ballet I-II, home school ballet, jazz modern and master classes. Scholarships available. Info: 987-7234. WINE SOCIETY: The American Wine Society tasting and lecture are the first Sunday of every month at 2:30 p.m. Info: 6645583. PLEASURE IS ALL WINE: Pleasure Is All Wine, 200 Bowling Lane #210, Pelham, holds wine tastings on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Info: 9854760 or Pleasureisallwine.com. WILDLIFE CENTER: The Oak Mountain Interactive Center is open to the public for public education courses, college courses, teacher workshops and more. The center is open Mon.-Fri. from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Info: 6637930 or Wildlife@awrc.org. PARROT HEADS: The Magic City Parrot Head Club meets on the fourth Sunday of each month at Margarita Grill on Cahaba Valley Road in Pelham from 4-7 p.m. Info: MCPHC.com. TENNIS LESSONS: The Pelham Racquet Club, 100 Racquet Club Parkway, holds tennis lessons for those ages 6-10 on Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and on Saturday, 9-10 a.m. and ladies’ lessons on Monday and Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. Info: 317-3320.
Church MOPS: Mothers Of PreSchoolers exists to meet the needs of every mom and helps moms create relationships within a caring atmosphere. MOPS recognizes that infancy through kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship and are filled with unique needs. MOPS meets the first and third Friday of each month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Pelham FBC. Info: Fbcpelham.org or Fbcpelhammops@gmail.com. SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH on Valleydale Road serving as a drop off point to collect items for Oak Mountain Missions Ministry which serves Shelby County people in need.
Oct. 26 Breakfast: Mini bagels, oatmeal and fresh fruit. Lunch: Barbecue sandwich or pigs in a blanket, baked beans, sweet potato halves, cole slaw and mixed fruit.
Oct. 27 Breakfast: Sausage gravy, biscuit and diced pears. Lunch: Chicken parmesan with garlic pasta or cheeseburger, baked home fries, Tuscan vegetables and fruit salad.
PELHAM FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH will have Upward basketball games in the church Annex from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturdays.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PELHAM’s Crafty Chicks, 2067 Pelham Parkway, meet every Monday from 1-3 p.m. for Craft time in the Quad Room at First Baptist Church. Info: 663-7492.
Oct. 22: Property Tax Exemption, 1 p.m.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PELHAM, 2867 Pelham Parkway, hosts a job search ministry every Monday from 9 a.m.noon. For more information, call 663-7492.
Lunch Oct. 21 Breakfast: Sausage biscuit, grits and chilled fruit. Lunch: Taco soup with tortilla chips or hot dog, tater tots, green peas, fresh raw veggies and grapes.
Oct. 22 Breakfast: Breakfast sliders, oatmeal and mixed fruit. Lunch: Beef tips with rice or chicken fajitas, corn, carrots, fall salad and peaches.
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Oct. 31: Halloween Carnival, 2-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays: Together Time, 9:15-10:30 a.m. Thursdays: PJ Story Time, 6:30 p.m. Call the library at 620-6418 for library events.
Seniors Oct. 21: The Drum Set, 1:30 p.m. Oct. 24: Alabama Passport. Mondays: Needlecrafts, 10:30 a.m.; Mah Jongg, 12 p.m.; arts and crafts, 12:30 p.m.; exercise, 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays: Art $5 monthly, 10:30 a.m.; advanced line dancing, 1 p.m.; beginning line dancing, 2 p.m.; Rummikub, 1 p.m. Wednesdays: Men Coffee Club, 10 a.m.; bridge, 10 a.m.; Wii bowling, 11 a.m.; exercise, 12:30 p.m.; Rummikub, 1 p.m. Thursdays: Pelham Pioneers Program, 10 a.m.; games, 1 p.m.; bingo, 1:30 p.m.
BALLET FITNESS: Grebel Dance, 102 Commerce Parkway, Pelham is now offering a ballet fitness class for adults (minimum age 18) who are looking to work up a sweat while increasing flexibility, strength, longer muscles and trimmer figures.
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Oct. 23 Breakfast: Egg and cheese sandwich, grits and strawberry cup. Lunch: Spicy and teriyaki chicken with egg roll and Asian noodles or ranch cheese melt, Oriental vegetables, garden salad and berry salad.
Fridays: Tai Chi, 10:30 a.m.; exercise, 12:30 p.m. The Pelham Senior Center, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham. The center is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For weekly schedule, call 620-6064.
To include your church in this directory, call 669-3131 or email worship@pelhamreporter.com.
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APOSTOLIC
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Tabernacle of the Word
Crosscreek Baptist Church
Oak Mountain Baptist Church
CHURCH OF CHRIST
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Pelham Church of Christ
Life Church
CHURCH OF GOD
Riverpoint Church
First Baptist Church of Pelham
Pelham First Baptist Church
Calvary Chapel Birmingham
Oak Mountain Independent Church
Crosslife Church
Hope Church
Sun View Baptist Church
METHODIST
Grace Community Fellowship
PRESBYTERIAN
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Living Hope Baptist Church
Pelham Church of God
Lakeview First United Methodist Church
The Connection
PENTECOSTAL
Korean Church of Birmingham
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Students at Pelham High School are preparing for their production of “Night of the Living Dead” Oct. 29-31.
Zombies take stage at PHS By JESSA PEASE
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Zombies are coming to Pelham High School close to Halloween, as the theatre department presents “Night of the Living Dead” Oct. 29-31. The twist: Students will perform the show in the school’s parking lot. When the show starts at 6 p.m., audience members will experience different effects than they’ve ever seen from the Panther performers, including lots of fog and zombies appearing around every corner. “It’s been a lot of fun. Usually we are a little more of a hardcore drama or a comedy kind of show,” said PHS director Jamie Stephenson. “To do something that is a little more light-hearted, (it’s) not easier, but just very different, funny and enjoyable.” The story centers around Ben, played by senior Donnell James, who is trying to survive as zombies begin leaving the graveyard in search of “food.” He finds a disparate
WHAT: Pelham High School’s presentation of “Night of the Living Dead” WHEN: Oct. 29-31 at 6 p.m. WHERE: Pelham High School parking lot Cost: Tickets are $5
group of individuals who all take refuge in an abandoned house. “So far this production has been one of the biggest ones I have ever done,” James said. “I am really pumped about it, and I can’t wait to see how it turns out.” Judy, played by Chyanna Rausch, is one of the individuals Ben encounters at the house. She said she enjoys performing in a show set in a different time period, figuring out the proper costume and hair. Rausch said she also likes doing a show that relates to so many people.
“I’m excited to work on something that is relevant because a lot of kids in our school are interested in zombies in TV shows and stuff,” she said. “It’s kind of fun to bring it to life.” For the cast members, rehearsal is just as much fun as the performance will be. Anna Smith, who plays the evil Johnna, laughed stating she’s not a nasty person at all. Smith said Stephenson has helped her get into that character. “I really enjoy Ms. Stephenson seeing us act and giving us a lot of feedback on what we are supposed to be doing, what we aren’t supposed to be doing and just helping us correct what we need to be corrected on,” she said. Audri Murray, who plays the radio personality, said her favorite part is seeing the show transform as rehearsals progress. She also loves being the radio personality because she can use her voice to sound as crazy as she wants.
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“I’m real excited to see how it’s going to turn out since it’s outside,” she added. “This is our very first one outside so it should be fun.” Construction is still going on in Pelham’s theatre, and the upgrades will not be complete until April. Not being able to use the stage, Stephenson said she had to get creative when deciding what show to perform. “I was trying to think of a show that could be outside,” she said. “Of course, (there’s) Shakespeare in the park, but then I thought we could do it around Halloween, the kids love zombies and I thought this would be a really fun show.” The cast and crew have been hard at work preparing for opening night Oct. 29. Tickets are $5 and guests may also bring their own seating to the show. “I think (opening) is always great,” Stephenson said. “You work and work and work and to see that final product is nice.”
Night Out on Crime attracts visitors By NEAL WAGNER
Managing Editor ALABASTER — Three-and-a-half-year-old Anderson Sibley was captivated as he looked into the air and saw the Pelham Police Department’s drone hovering over the crowd in the Alabaster Target parking lot on Oct. 6. “I’ve got to show Mimi that when she comes up here!” Anderson shouted excitedly to his mother, Kellie. For Anderson, the drone was the latest eye-catching wonder at the National Night Out event at Alabaster’s South Promenade shopping center. Having already gotten an up-close look at one of the Alabaster Fire Department’s engines, he couldn’t contain his excitement. “I like the fire trucks, and when the ladders go up and when there are firefighters up there,” Anderson said after petting the Pelham Police Department’s K-9 officer, Zena. For the law enforcement and fire agencies in attendance at the event, Anderson’s reactions were exactly what they were looking for. Throughout the evening, the local agencies, including the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, the Alabaster, Helena and Pelham police departments, the Alabaster Fire Department, the FBI, Alabama National Guard and more, set up tents and equipment in the Target parking lot in an effort to have a laid-back interaction with the public. The event was one of thousands of similar Night Out events held across the nation on Oct. 6. “The bad thing about our particular profession is that when someone has to call us, it is a stressful situation,” said Alabaster Police Chief Curtis Rigney. “We don’t get many opportunities to interact with citizens in a non-stressful environment. “With events like this, with Coffee with a Cop, it’s good for everyone involved,” Rigney said.
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TOP: Pelham police officer Michael Morris gives a group of children a look at his patrol car during the National Night Out on Crime event at the Alabaster Target on Oct. 6. ABOVE: Alabaster police officer Chad Wooten, left, shows Caleb King the controls on the department’s four-wheeler. Among the dozens of visitors to the three-hour event were Katie Hogle and her daughter, Olivia Lou. Having just moved to Shelby County, the event was a good opportunity to learn about the area, Katie Hogle said. Although Katie Hogle said her daughter was shy when they arrived at the event, she quickly came out of her shell. “I like the fire truck!” Olivia Lou shouted when
asked about her favorite part of the event. “I’m firefighter Olivia Lou.” Zena and her handler, Pelham officer Michael Morris, were a popular stop for visitors of all ages. “The kids love it. (Zena) gets to be sociable and get out of that normal, everyday stuff,” Morris said. “With everything that’s going on now, it sheds light on the good things we’re doing.”
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PHS begins conditioning By JESSA PEASE
Staff Writer With about 13 seniors, a handful of juniors and underclassmen and a new assistant coach, Pelham High School’s head wrestling coach Eric Pollard is expecting a strong season from the team. “We’ve got several state placers returning this year as seniors that we are looking for a lot of positive things to come out of,” Pollard said. “We are hoping for a very strong finish this year.” Among those returning is Hasaan Hawthorne, who took third in the state tournament last year. Pollard called Hawthorne a key component in the team’s line up, along with Gio Adan. Adan placed fifth at the state tournament last year, coming off a knee surgery. Pollard said he was only in last season for about a month, so they are looking for a strong return out of him.
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Hasaan Hawthorne, who took third in the state tournament last year, will be one of the key components in the PHS wrestling team’s line up. Ian Schlosser and Karl Nagel both placed sixth last year, and Pollard said they will greatly contributed to the team as well, along with several other seniors who also qualified for state. A couple of those were only one match away from a medal, according to Pollard. Out of 10 wrestlers who competed in the qualifying tournament last year, nine
qualified for state. Only one of those 10 students is not returning this year. “I’ve got pretty high expectations. They know this is their last go-around with it, so they will basically leave everything on the mat,” Pollard said. “They know they need to perform, so the pressure is probably more on them than I’ve put on them. They know what it takes. They’ve been
to the state tournament, so they know what it takes to get there and it’s their last chance to really shine.” Joining the team this year is new assistant coach Nick Tucker, who previously coached at Auburn High School. Pollard said Tucker brings good technique and ideas for the program, and he feels very fortunate to have Tucker. For most of the seniors, this is their sixth year with Pollard as their coach. He started many of them in seventh grade, and he said he is excited to see what they do on the mat this season. “They are definitely a very unique group, probably the best group I’ve ever had just from top to bottom,” he said. The team will continue with conditioning and weights until Nov. 2 when they are officially allowed to get on the mats. Their first match will be Nov. 24.
Hope Christian Eagles head to playoffs after win By JESSA PEASE
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After taking home its second win of the season, the Hope Christian Eagles will have another shot against Evangel in two weeks at the playoffs. The Eagles downed Lyman Ward Military Academy 30-27 in a hard fought battle Oct. 16. “They played their hearts out. I saw the best defensive effort I have seen all season,” said Hope head coach Tony Nafe. “We did a lot of substituting. Offense was really firing well. We’re an extremely young team. We are going to have almost everybody back next year. I see great things in the future.” The Eagles passed for 100 yards and rushed for 235. Ethan Stewart contributed 137 yards rushing and led the team defensively with 15 tackles, one sac and two fumble recoveries. Nick Adams, who received for 27 yards and two touchdowns, also had 10 tackles for the night. Leading offensively was Hope’s freshman quarterback Colin Kirkpatrick,
who was 13 for 27 and 100 yards with 43 yards rushing. Seth Machen rushed for 20 yards and a touchdown and had 19 yards receiving, followed by Chance Washburn, who received for 28 yards. Lyman was the first to score on their first play in the first quarter, but the Eagles were able to hold them into the second. A touchdown and a two-point conversion gave Hope the lead 8-7. Lyman answered with a touchdown of its own, but was unable to score the two extra points. Going into the second half, Lyman led Hope 13-8, and scored again with a two-point conversion. Not willing to go down without a fight, Hope also scored with a two-point conversion, putting the score at 21-16 with the Eagles trailing Lyman. Hope scored again in the fourth quarter, followed by another score by Lyman. Lyman took the lead 27-22. With only three minutes left, Hope scored another touchdown and converted the extra points to win the game 30-27.
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Ethan Stewart, 3, powers in for to score a touchdown for the Hope Christian Eagles. Nafe said this was a significant win for Hope. He said this win showed his players that Hope has the potential to be a winning football team. “We’ve struggled all season. We’ve been trying to find our identity,” Nafe said. “When you are 1-7, you’ve got to find any way to get the guys to buy back in, so I met with them at practice on Monday… I said, ‘You know what, we can’t fix our losing record, but we can have fun the rest of the season. If we
can’t have fun, we shouldn’t even be out here. What we are going to do on Friday night, we are going to go out and do our best to win, but we are going to have fun playing football.’ And we did.” This was Hope’s last game in the regular season, but this win did put the Eagles in the playoffs. They will take on Evangel in two weeks, and then they will play in the National Association of Christian Athletes Invitational Tournament Nov. 11-13.
Panthers treated to homecoming dinner By JESSA PEASE
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To show their support for the Pelham football players, cheerleaders and coaching staff, many of the parents planned a special homecoming dinner at The Gaslight House Oct. 6. “We haven’t really done anything like this at Pelham,” said Carla Christian. “This certainly was an opportunity for the parents and the community to rally together.” Christian’s son, Connor, is a senior linebacker on the football team. She’s been involved in Pelham athletics for four years now, and said she really enjoyed being able to show her support for the program. The homecoming dinner started at 6 p.m. at The Gaslight House in Pelham. The venue was decorated in a Pelham Panther theme, with green and gold balloons and centerpieces. The dinner consisted of a main entrée, dessert and salad, catered by Pelham
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The Pelham Panther football team, cheerleaders and coaching staff enjoyed a homecoming dinner at The Gaslight House in Pelham Oct. 6. supporters, such as Joe’s Italian and the Aidans (parents of senior football player Giovanny Aidan). Other supports, such as Kristy Redford of Trustmark Mortgage, Danielle Turner of Keller Williams Reality and V&W Supply Company, Inc., provided donations for gift bags and raffle items. Christian said there were door prizes that were raffled off throughout the evening to the players and cheerleaders, and the event featured selfie stations, corn hole, music, a pie eating contest and more. “(Conner) wrote me and my husband the nicest text, telling us how much he
appreciated it and the other seniors appreciated it,” Christian said of the event. She said the whole goal of the night was to give the students a homecoming night to remember and to celebrate before the homecoming game against Briarwood. It took a lot of planning from the parents and supporters, according to Christian, and she thanked all of the parents who volunteered to help out at the dinner. “It was absolutely (a great time),” Christian said. “The whole thing of having school spirit and seeing the community come together to show the support of the athletics was great.”