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By MOUNTAIN Nathan Prewett, BROOK, For the Ala. – ATribune Trussville man has been charged in connecAla.in–Mountain The City tionLEEDS, to a crash of Leeds announced Brook thathas killed two anda series of paving projects that left others injured. will26-year-old address 20 Miles full or parJortial streets starting dan Kemp,inofLeeds Trussville, is this week. charged with two counts of The $1,128,995 investreckless manslaughter and ment count will use 7 tons one of over first-degree SeeSee REPAVING, 3 CRASH, Page 4
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SPRINGVILLE, Ala. – TheLEEDS, Springville City–CounAla. The cil tookCity a detour Leeds CouncilMonday adoptnight before ittoreturned to ed a change its policy unfinished business held regarding board appointover the Feb. 17 meetmentsfrom during a meeting on ing. After night an extended work Monday that turned session andata some shortpoints. break, contentious the The March 3 meeting begana action followed around meeting6:45 thatp.m. was held on As10 thewhere meeting unAug. the got council derway, the reading councilforapheld the first an proved minutes ordinancethethat wouldfrom no the last meeting in February. longer require applications Mayor Dave moto be made for Thomas boards and to tioned formayor them to have the andreconsidcouncil er thebased minutes memvote on noting nominations bers motioned to adjourn from residents. before conducting business Some of the same conon thevoiced agendabywithout that cerns Councilor motion Sabria being Rose recognized. and counterThomas proceeded points fromthen Mayor Eddie to deliver dissertation, as Moore andaothers at the prehe called it, forreturned the next for 55 vious meeting minutes, discussion cross-referencing during the most political history, particularly addressing recent meeting, recent editorials, and quotduring the work session. ing “There Teddy Roosevelt, Jesus, is some misinand Socrates way. formation outalong there,”the Moore Although technically said as henot began an expla-a filibuster, the lecture wasthat denation. “And the way signed prolongnow the ismeetit wouldtohappen you ing Thomas to air can allowing still fill out an applicahis at thebroaden lack of tion.displeasure This would
Mayor Dave Thomas delivers a lengthy dissertation to members of the city council. Schrimscher/Trussville Tribune) Leeds Councilor Cary(Terry Kennedy (middle) speaks during a meeting of the council on Aug. 24. Photo by Nathan Prewett.
focus on city business. point, the At wayonethat you Thomas can be challenged members of the nominated as a candidate.” council to raise their He went on to statehands that if agreed neverwill againanto thethey city website leave meeting before the nouncea openings for boards conclusion of business. No and committees. Anyone hands Alongin thebeing way, who israised. interested he said the council’s lack of considered can contact their leadership on salaries would district representative and be a burden the on city. they will be on voted by the “The he council council, said. had every opportunity redress the Rose saidtothat the proerror chose otherwise, posed but ordinance takes out wanting on, showverbiage to thatmove requires where ing their frustration the openings are posted, and as well effectiveness of the filibusas verbiage regarding appli-
ter,” Thomas said. “The example they set by refuscations and timelines. ing “And to adjust wasn’t thatsalaries is what, to about faux martyrdom, me, istheir a problem,” she said. sacrificing the no greater “Because if for there’s clear good,” standardhetoadded. be followed by set City“The Hall example or by thisthey council was that if always you make then there’s going an to error it can’t be corrected. be room for inconsistencies That the error becomes a and errors.” mistake,” he said. “But She suggested that now the the window act hasback closed verbiage betoadded to as last Wednesday, shacktheof ordinance. Moore reling next “many” administration pliedthethat other with the consequences of municipalities have passed their actions,” he said. that similar ordinances Speaking to The Tribune bring “like minded” people
afterward, Thomas said he just to air his frusto theneeded city government. trations because the council Moore’s comment drew sometimes chatter from delays some inmaking the audecisions needs reiterated to make. dience andit Rose He discussed to her point fromhis the motion last meetadd unaddressed items from ing that boards and councils the February meeting to should have members thata consent calendar for with apare willing to disagree proval. That share approach was others and different denied. perspectives. Many in the A backother and cities forth began Tribune apbetween coverage Rose andarea Moore, prove non-controversial with Moore pointing out items with a single that that he wants the vote new through a consent ordinance to makeagenda, it possi-a procedural to ble to avoidprocess public used embarreduce theforneed forwho discusrassment those are sion and lengthy rejected from ameetings. board or After re-introducing parcommittee. liamentary the meetThoughrules the to policy was ing Thomas led old the laterprocess, adopted, and the council new busiordinancethrough repealed, a specifness whichon involved accepic process appointments tance of bids for a new was not determined butsewthis er which up willatneed willproject be brought the further actioninfor financial next meeting September. decisions. Thehave council also “We don’t a policy renewed city’s garbage yet,” saidtheCouncilor Cary collection contract with Kennedy. “We can create Waste Management. our own policy. Nobody’s Items the Febru-I trying to from hide anything. ary were addressed thinkagenda we’re being open. But individually. purchase I agree, we’reThe going to try See SPRINGVILLE, See COUNCIL, Page 2 4
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TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – JEFFERSON COUNTY, The Trussville City Council Ala. – A Birmingham man passed a proclamation was killed Thursday during mornTuesday night’s ing after the bicyclemeeting he was honoring riding wasHewitt-Trussville hit by a JefferHighCounty SchoolSheriff’s Physics teacher son Office Melaniefollowed Dimler. by a tracvehicle
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LEEDS, Ala. – Josh BIRMINGHAM, Marks has been namedAla. the – A human skulldirector and a left new executive of tibiaLeeds foundArea by a Chamber dog in East the of Birmingham last year are Commerce. confirmed have belonged “We aretoexcited to welto the same accordcome Josh person, as executive ing to theofJefferson County director the Leeds Area Coroner’s Office. Chamber of Commerce,” link Karr, was confirmed saidThe Steve president
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High School freshmen Foxhound Bee Company Leeds Hewitt-Trussville High Howard Family take action to address rising School ranks among top to bee-gin construction Holiday Farm school shootings nation, says new on new education center 5% in U.S. News report
Farm is a decision made with the community in It was a hot and humid mind. From raw milk to loday, but at Howard Family cally-sourced meats, there Holiday Farm, in Moody, is no doubt that Howard’s that didn’t seem to mathas become a popular local ter. The shelves were lined hotspot due to the quality of with jams and jellies, fresh their goods. It’s no wonder produce, and plants grown the business has become a locally. Even better, the atlocal favorite. Their success mosphere was welcoming is no accident, and was deand stepping into the generveloped through the mindal store filled with ice cream station in Moody that is now set of perseverance. When and Howard’s memorabilia CVS. asked about how he pushed felt like a sort of homecomWhen asked about his through the doubt and poing. greatest inspiration, Mr. tential failure, his answer It’s obvious upon ar- Howard spoke of his per- was simple, “You can be a rival that a family-friendly sonal experience and vision. victim or a victor. I’ve just and community-driven ap- He called the Holiday Farm chosen to be a victor.” proach is David Howard’s a “full circle moment”, reThis fall, there are plenty main goal. “I wanted to give calling his childhood days more fruits, vegetables, and back to the foundation that as aeducation young center entrepreneur. other delicious and A concept of the new in Irondale. (Foxhound Beegoods Company) made me.” he said. “I enjoy It was his childhood that fun planned for the entire By Chris in the coming weeks, opened on loving on Basinger, my community.” inspired the idea of which Santa family. TheSaturday. fall festival is News Editor grew up in Claus will serve “When tolooking Howard ridingastoantheexpansion property scheduled begin onfor Sept.a from its current place buildthroughout our new beeMoody, Alabama, where in a helicopter forlocation the kids in 26 andtoruns the Hardware Park. the Christ- entire keepingmonth store, we Ala. –spirit Bee the his IRONDALE, entrepreneurial area during of continued October. addition educationto hear comments enthusiasts will be masInseason. was cultivated by soon his comHetorecalled the Saturday, Nov. 14 isabout the how Irondale doing al opportunities andwhen STEM swarming Irondale to vis- excitement munity. Heto told his grandhe felt he beginning of thewas Christmas programming, the center great things,” founder it a newthat beekeeping educamother he intended to watched Santa Claus para- festivities, and said on Nov. 22, will also a range of Santa Adam flies Hickman. tionChristmas center designed to teach sell trees and own chute into asell parking lot and in for ice cream productstosourced bees, Sunday “Everyone the Jams, projstudents andChristmas community his very own tree wanted pass onfrom that same with theonkids. including honey bees- jellies, ect seemed to speak highly members the world of excitement farm. Thisabout childhood dream and and childhood and homemade wax, as to well supplies for soups of working Irondale pollinators. would first be cultivated at wonder theasnext generaare alsowith available for beekeepers. and its parties leadership. So, an Birmingham-based early age. Howard Foxcol- tion. He teased, “I get more holiday and family It itwill when weThe approached the hound Bee is pre- from lected treesCompany from a Christthan be the built kids!”across reunions. Howard famthe decision all-new made Ruffner paring breakinground on from mas treeto farm Pell City, Every at ily can’t wait to see you this Sports Complex, which holiday season. See BEES, Page 3 the 5,000 facility then sell square them foot at the gas Howard Family Holiday Leslie Pearce
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LEEDS, Ala. – Over the past 25 years, school shootings in Prewett the United Nathan States have surged to alarming TRUSSVILLE, levels, with a reported Ala. – 574newincidents occurring A report from U.S. between& 2000 and Report 2025, News World accordingschools to data ranking is outfrom and Statista. Three Leeds High Hewitt-Trussville School isfreshmen, among the Amelia top 5% Davis, Madilynn Johnson, of schools in the country. andHTHS Beatrice McCormick, Principal Aaron members thethe Leeds High King saidofthat momenSchoolbegan Chapter of Future tum several years Career Community ago. The statewide Leaders ranking of the America (FCCLA), are in 2022 school year the determined address school was toranked at this 15, pressing issue their followed by thethrough 2023 year at stateplaced conference project. 12, nine in 2024 and young leaders have thenThe seven in 2025. not HTHS only now compiled ranks critififth calAlabama statisticsand butwas areplaced also in working with local officials 679 nationally. and“So, educators to kind promote we can of stronger safety measures see the trajectory,” he said. in schools. Their project, “This is an external indicawhich be presented at tor of will the internal success the FCCLA stateknow conferwe’re seeing. We that ence indoing March, raise we’re theaims righttothings awareness about the devinstructionally.” astating impact that of school He clarified “we” shootings proposestaff acmeant theand teachers, tionable changes to improve members, counselors, and safety protocolsnot in Alabama administrators only at
underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth, and graduation rate. The school earned an overall score of 96.22 in the scorecard: • 65% took at least one AP® exam • 50% passed at least one AP® exam • 56% Madilynn scored inJohnson, mathePictured: Beatrice McCormick, matics and proficiency the high school but the three Amelia Davis. • 59% scored in reading elementary schools and the schools.school. sentiment, emphasizing the proficiency middle Current federal require- emotional and psychologi“This is the achievement • 65% scored in science ments mandate schools toll that school shootings as a result of thatthat hard work cal proficiency perform lockdown or not in- takeKing on students overtime, so to me it’s said thatand an their estidrills; in Alabama, families. atruder shock,” he said. “While mated 900 “You studentsshouldn’t took at public extremely schools are required have one to worry about being AP® or Advanced we’re pleased of least to conduct two we suchcandrills scared when you’re exam just in trythe the achievement see Placement® per semester. However, ing tospring, learn,” amounting Johnson said. to that we’re heading in Dathis past vis believes measures “We65%. need to make sure2,000 that Less than direction andthese we have zero the are insufficient and is ad- AP® every exams schoolwere feelsgiven safe out. and thoughts of staying where vocating more frequent handle anything “So,towe’ve really raised we are orforregressing. Our ready and iscomprehensive drills. the that could happen.” around expectations goal looking forward.” “When people’s are on what McCormick our students highlightare capaAccording tolives the report, the line,18,000 we can’t doestithe ble ed the importance of turnof doing,” he remarked. almost outjust of an bare minimum,” Davis said. “And ing awareness into they’re action. as a result mated 27,000 public schools “Schools should takeon intrud“School shootings are such that expectation.” were ranked based col- matching er drills as seriously as they problem, and that we The report stated lege readiness, state as- a huge do fire or tornado drills.” sessment proficiency, state Johnson echoed this SeeSee STUDENTS, HIGH SCHOOL, Page 3 assessment performance,
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Alabama launches I-65 South closed after statewide emergency partial bridge collapse notification system in Shelby County for disasters
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama recently announced the activation of a new emergency notification system across the state designed to quickly alert residents about flooding and other natural disasters. In an announcement made Tuesday by Gov. Kay Ivey’s office, the system was described as rapidly able to send alerts to cell phones and landlines, as well as local television and radio stations. Ivey first announced plans for the system during her State of the State address on Jan. 13, where she said $1.2 million had been set aside for the system’s launch.
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HTHS performed nationally and statewide out of 17,945 nationally ranked schools and 293 schools ranked in Alabama. • College Readiness Index Rank #1,057 nationally, #4 statewide • College Curriculum Breadth Index Rank #788 nationally, #4 statewide • State Assessment Proficiency Rank #333 nationally, #6 statewide • State Assessment Performance Rank #3,091 nationally, #51 • Graduation Rate Rank
“As I announced in January, our new statewide notification system will ensure all Alabamians have the greatest access to warnings of disasters including flooding,” Ivey said. Residents can sign up for Alabama Emergency Management Agency alerts online through the the agency’s website or text ALalert to 77295 for emergency alerts and notifications or ALinfo to 77295 for general preparedness information
and updates. The system was developed in reaction to the July 2025 flooding in Texas that claimed the lives of 27, including 25 children Camp Mystic and 8-year-old Sarah Marsh, of Homewood. Ivey later signed the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act into law in April, establishing extra safety and emergency preparedness requirements for summer camps across the state. The statewide alert system was activated ahead of National Preparedness Month in September. “I encourage all Alabamians to sign up for the new alert system today,” Ivey said.
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. – Interstate 65 South is closed near the Shelby County Airport exit following a multi-vehicle crash involving a commercial vehicle damaged the County Road 87 overpass Tuesday. Photos provided by ALEA show a portion of the underside of the bridge collapsed, including exposed metal and concrete debris on the interstate below. According to ALEA, the crash took place around 11:47 a.m. near mile marker 238. All southbound traffic is being diverted at the location. County Road 87, which crosses I-65 near mile marker 234, is also closed for an undetermined amount of time.
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ALEA troopers are investigating the crash. The extent of damage is unknown.
was listed as N/A Trussville City Schools Superintendent Patrick Martin was similarly not surprised when he heard. “I think we’re all excited,” he said. “Not surprised. We all know what a special educational program we have in Trussville. I think this just speaks to the testament to really K-12 because when we look at this this is just as much an achievement for elementary and middle school as it did for the high school but it’s really just a testament to the hard work of our teachers, the hard work of our students, support of our parents and community.”
The teachers and faculty staff were noted by both King and Martin, who said that working with the district’s board of education on staffing helped to make a difference. “We have a really strong teaching and learning department,” said Martin. “And when the board of education allows us to hire people such as literacy coaches, math coaches, we’re supported with department chairs at the high school.” He went on to say that the board of education funds 50 locally funded units, which is money outside of federal and state support.
“Every one of our teachers has been extremely dedicated,” King said, elaborating that the school has an “exceptional” retention rate. “So, teachers that come here tend to stay, which is really important to the school’s culture, but the teachers here are fully invested. They don’t see this as a job, they see this as a calling.” Martin said that among the challenges of getting the school to where it is included funding and college readiness. “I think the challenges for Trussville is just living into the power of how strong of an academic program we have,” he said. “I
think that more of Trussville students in the upper grades know that this is sort of the standard. Don’t be surprised by this. This is the standard of Trussville. This is what we are fully capable of. Sometimes just getting over that hurdle and realizing that they’re a part of this is as important.” King credited “clarity” as being part of HTHS’ recent achievement. “I think it’s a clarity of vision, mission and purpose,” he said. “Every single person knows what we’re trying to accomplish every single day and it’s a culmination of the hard work of every person that works
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MOODY, Ala. – The 2026-2027 school year Local Meetings Moody Chamber of Com●merce Trussville City CounAmbassadors were incil Meetings: 2nd and City 4th troduced to the Moody Tuesday of each month at Council on Monday night 6where p.m.,Red CityRibbon CouncilWeek Annex inito prevent drug ●tiative Trussville Board of abuse Eduwas recognized proccation Meetings:with 3rda Monlamation. day of each month at 6 The meeting began with a p.m., TCS Central Office recognition of the ambassa●dors. ClayThey Citywere Council Meetintroduced ings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday by the chamber’s executive of each month 6 p.m. director, AndreaatMachen. She explained they ● Pinson City thatCounare chosen by the board cil Meetings: 1st and 3rd of directors at themonth Moody Thursday of each at Chamber of Commerce after 7 p.m. an interview process. ● Center Citystudents Coun“Each Point of these cil Meetings: 1st and 3rd you see tonight exemplify Thursday of each month, at a spirit of excellence, leadership, and the love for our 6:30 p.m. community,” she ●Moody Argo City Council Meettold the council. ings: 2nd and 4th Monday The ambassadors will of each month at 5 p.m. tour to learn about local and ●state Springville CityasCouncil government, well as Meetings: 1stfield, and 3rd Monthe medical manufacturing, corporate day of each monthand at 6 retail p.m. that ●business. IrondaleMachen Cityadded Counthey will also learn from first cil Meetings: 1st and 3rd responders and team buildTuesday of each month at ing. 6 p.m. They will serve at com●munity Leeds City Council Meetevents, including Oktoberfest, business ings: 1st and 3rd Mondaylunof cheons and school and city each month at 6 p.m. ●events. Moody City Council “These students particiMeetings: and and 4tha pate in other2nd activities Monday of each month at 6 lot of them have jobs and so p.m. they are top of their class and we are very proud of them,” Trussville Public Library she said. ● Young Adult FriFollowing thisD&D: the counMarch 7 ata proclama4 p.m. day, cil then declared D&D 18-25 Valley tion for ages the Cahaba Young Marines recognize ● ACT Prep: to Saturday, the week of October 23-31 March 8 at 10 a.m. - Extenas Red Ribbon Week. sive ACT review class “Alcohol and drug abuse ●in ACT Prep:have Sunday, this nation reached
March 9 at 1:30 p.m. - Ex- to pick up our “Dahl’s Detensive ACT review class lightful Kits.” Packed with ● Chess Club: Monday, exciting games, activities, March 10 at 5 p.m. - Learn & crafts inspired by Dahl’s the basics, cool tricks, beloved stories strategy, opening, and tac- ● Storytime for Growin’ tic in chess from a Chess- Beans with Ms. Allison: KidsNation coach Friday, March 7 at 10 a.m. is Smell. We’ll Moody Chamber of Commerce Executive Director ● Books & Brews: Mon- - Our theme Andrea Machen introduces the 2026-2027 school year read books, have fun, do a day, March 10 at 7:15 p.m. ambassadors. Image screenshot from YouTube. craft, & have a snack - An evening Adult Book Club meeting at Ferus Goat Yoga: Saturday, epidemic stages and itArtiis ● approved a proclamation to san Ales that visible, un- March at 1 top.m. - Animperative begin an8 effort reduce the Yoga” with prevention speed limit“Goat on US Highway ●unified Ukulele Club: education Tuesday, nouncing friends at Olive Valley efforts 11 by at community 411 to 10 mph. March 6:30 p.m. mem- Be- our bers beukulele launched to eliminate Farms Rutledge he & oursaid host,that “Yoga club ginner the demand for drugs,” May- with met with PoliceThis Chiefwill Reece Kayla.” be ●or Preschoolers at Play: Nick Rutledge read from Smith what to do day to of discuss yoga, laughter, & Wednesday, March 12 at aabout the proclamation. the road after a series the adorable company of 10:30 - Joinencourages us for a of wrecks occurred there. Thea.m. initiative friendly goats! Registration short movement the public to wearand redstory rib“There’s no easy fixes bons Ms. during the week to proout there,” he told the audiwith Alicia followed by required ●ence. Tech Tuesmoteplay drugwith use various prevention. “WeTuesdays: all know that. But free toys day, March 11 at 10 a.m. Member Arthur Hardone thing we do notice is that ● Children’s Storytime: ing spoke to the council and Drop even on our five-lane parttips of by for helpful tech Thursday, March 13 at 9:30 the highway the speed limit’s gave a background on the and tricks with Mr. Keith! and 10:30 - Join organization,a.m. saying thatMs. it Please 40 to 45.bring But when get your you device Alicia stories, songs, past the main intersection began infor1959 in Waterbury, of with you if you are able bubble fun the crossroads the speed limCT andtime, is forand boyslots andofgirls Geek Guild ages eight to 18Hangout: or com- ● it jumps from D&D 50 to(Teens): 55 and ●of Homeschool Tuesday, March at 4:30 pletion of high school. high resiThursday, March 13 at 1 it’s 55 through a 11 We’re playing we doforashomesa pro- p.m. dential- and school area.”Dunp.m.“What - A place & Dragons! Delve gram is instill He said that he contactchool teens to leadership, hang out, geons discipline and teamwork into ed thethe Alabama Department Forgotten Realm socialize, and play games into the kids,” he said. “We in of this Transportation, which he fantasy Role-Playing ●do Cult Cinema: Game. this byClassic various means.” stated was supportive of a Thursday, March 5:30 measure to lower the speed He also gave13aatbackJunior Jamz: Wednesp.m. high- ●limit. ground- An on evening Red Ribbon day, March at 10 a.m. Week, which began half in the “10 miles 12 an hour doesn’t the other of lighting Bring your little kiddos to 1980s after Core former marine sound like a lot but as Chief Trussville’s Collection jam at the library! We’ll proEnrique S. Camarena was Smith said, 10 miles an hour of movies–Cult Classics. a variety of musical killedmonth’s by a drug cartel “Little as he vide may be the difference beThis feature: instruments for the children was working with the Drug tween a broken collarbone Shop of Horrors” (1986) Enforcement Administra- to andexplore a traumatic brain injution. Rutledge said.Thursday, Pinson Public Library ●ry,”Let’s Jam!: Present with him was Moody City Council ● Dahl’s Delightful Kits: March 13 at 4 p.m. - Are recently promoted Pvt. Kin- meetings are held on the learning to playMonday an inMarch 3-8, All - Join you ney-Fomby, whoweek is currentsecond and fourth strument or have you us as we celebrate the ly the only Moody resident of every month at 6 been p.m. years? Come imaginative world of Roald playing with the Young Marines. at MoodyforCity Hall on 670 the library! Dahl! Stop by the the council library jam Afterwards Parkat Ave.
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and find like minded people because our constituents voted for us and they know who we are and how we think.” Councilor Eric Turner suggested that a page announcing open board positions should be created for the city’s website. He later made a statement about his intentions with his decisions. “Many of you know that I’m still alone on several issues over the last few years, the sports park being one of them. I received many messages throughout this past week about this issue and I’ve listened and tried to respond to each one of them,” he said. “Of course, there are always two sides to every issue and this one is no different. I’ll continue to listen to the people and vote on what they tell me is the best thing for Leeds.” During public comments some praised the council for its recent actions in general such as upkeep in the city but others took issue with the appointments decision.
he told the council. “Sometimes that diversity we have – it don’t even look correct right now with what Leeds actually has. And just to know that if we say that we’re going to do your best interest that just sounds to me like what we’re just going to do is in the best interest of white men in Leeds versus everyone in Leeds.” Turner, who expressed that he knew Miller, said the matter had nothing to do with race but Miller said that his point was not about race. “I’m just saying that sometimes race or sometimes opinions only look for one group of people,” he said. Turner reiterated that the repeal removes the requirement for an application, though it still allows for that, that openings will be advertised and that council members can be reached out for nominations. Leeds City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of every month at City Hall on 1400 9th Street Northeast. Agenda packets can be seen online at the City of Leeds website.
Sheriff’s Office. ALEA did not initially release the name of the officer. Following the initial collision, Gordon was struck by a 2014 Volvo tractor-trailer
driven by 60-year-old Leon Hapton, of Pinson. Gordon was thrown from the bicycle and pronounced dead at the scene. The crash happened around 4:02 a.m. Aug. 13, near Amy Drive Northeast, approximately two miles north of Center Point. Troopers with ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division are investigating the crash.
not happening.” Council member Aaron Sims shared his thoughts on the importance of having the city control the property. “The fire station’s right there,” Sims said. He noted the station is the smallest in the city. “Having this available land next door will help upgrade that in the future should we deem that necessary, or a future council,” he said. “Controlling it is also a big factor here,” Sims said. “Any random business zoned C2 could come in and open up. Having the city control it is a benefit.” Manuel “Trey” Chaney III, owner of the proposed gym, was arrested in December 2025 and indicted on charges of first-degree
sexual abuse and first-degree sodomy stemming from allegations involving two women who visited his gym for massages. Chaney previously served time in prison for device fraud and identity theft. In the current case, he was released on $45,000 bond under the provisions of Aniah’s Law and was instructed not to leave the state while awaiting trial or contact any of the alleged victims. The city is proceeding with the land purchase but had not closed on the property as of press time. The Irondale City Council meets at City Hall on the first and third Tuesday of each month. An agenda is posted on the city website before each meeting.
bership development, customer relations and business networking. He has worked in membership sales and marketing for Greystone Golf & Country Club, served as a branch manager
for Republic Finance, and as an agent and broker with Goosehead Insurance. “I’m a Leeds native. My family has called this place home for generations,” Marks said. “Behind Mama and God, there was the Greenwave. From grabbing ice cream at Spruiell’s after school to learning how to ride a bike inside the old fire station #1, I couldn’t ask for better memories or a better place to create them. To this day, I can’t even get a good night’s sleep without hearing trains in the distance. As the new chamber director, it is now my honor to help serve and assist the local businesses who prop up our way of living.”
single-vehicle wreck with multiple injuries. Among the victims, 25-year-old Jacob Deshaan Thompson was pronounced dead at the scene. 20-year-old Ashleigh Belinda Cullars died on July 29, four days after the accident. Police said investiga-
tors reviewed evidence from the scene and presented the case to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Warrants were issued Monday, Aug. 17. Mountain Brook police had not released new details surrounding the crash as of Wednesday.
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tor-trailer. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, 39-year-old Marcus Devon Gordon was riding his bicycle on Sweeney Hollow Road when he was hit by a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe driven by a deputy with the Jefferson County
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cated on Beacon Drive. The property was approved for rezoning at the council meeting Aug. 6, 2024, and a mortgage was recorded in March 2025, but the gym never began construction. At the time, several residents of the Karl Daly neighborhood behind the property spoke in opposition to the zoning request, saying a commercial gym would harm property values. Residents of the Karl Daly community addressed the council again Tuesday night to share concerns about future plans for the property. Members of the council also spoke about the land. “I have fielded quite a few emails. I hope that I have been able to address concerns,” said Erin Arnold, the council member from the district where the property is located. “To all the folks that were messaging about a data center, that’s
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of the Chamber’s Board of Directors in a press release. “Josh brings a strong background in relationship building, membership development and marketing, but just as importantly, he has a genuine love for Leeds and a personal investment in this community. We believe his experience, energy and enthusiasm will be tremendous assets as we continue working to support our members, strengthen our business community and move the Chamber forward.” Marks has a background in sales, marketing, mem-
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Among questions asked by Holly Pugh was if the recent school board opening filled by Scott Chambers was posted to the site or social media as dictated by the policy, to which Rose said that it had not. Victoria McDonald asked several questions and criticized Moore’s point about rejection being embarrassing for applicants. “Your concern about bringing applicants in interviews for board members being embarrassed because they don’t get picked is baffling,” she told Moore. “We’re all adults. I don’t know how not being picked is going to embarrass an adult.” She also criticized what she said was a delay in appointments to the library board. Moore began to answer but a tense exchange followed about postings to the site and she was called a “nasty girl” before Rose called for calm. Later Charles Miller expressed aspects of the ordinance that he said was “scary”. “Let’s be frank: there’s five white men up here, one African American woman,”
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Little things do matter Jeff Poor
Your Alabama Legislature wants you to think very highly of it. That’s not unusual for many aspects of the human experience. In this arena, it matters a lot because favorability translates to votes, and votes are how you get elected. In Alabama, the path to favorability typically involves giving a nod to the ideological right. Immediately after the 2026 legislative session, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter wanted the public to know how conservative the legislature had become under his leadership. “I think our record speaks for itself. I mean, you know, since I’ve been Speaker, Alabama has become the most conservative legislative body in the country,” he said. By most standards, the Alabama Legislature resembles that of a purple state. Obviously, there’s not much woke-ism being handed out in Montgomery.
Not that you aren’t already aware, but there is corporate cronyism that exists in Alabama under the guise of economic development, health care, infrastructure, education, public safety or any other essential function of government. It’s been that way since the end of Reconstruction. What is known as the Big Mules-Planter coalition has existed in Alabama, in some form, for most of the last 100 years. For the most part, Alabamians have tolerated it over the years. That’s an implied acknowledgment that we get the government we deserve. These token gestures have made it more palatable. In recent years, it’s been about addressing cultural concerns. Some of those concerns have been manufactured or embellished based on what is going on across the country — the Caliphate coming to Alabama or a hostile takeover of Alabama utilities by George Soros.
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Others have been important and groundbreaking in the grand scheme of the country, including the 2019 abortion ban or the 2023 redistricting effort, but ultimately resulting in profound changes to American domestic politics and policy. In 2024, Gov. Kay Ivey signed this state’s version of a divisive concepts ban, effectively eliminating socalled diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in schools, public colleges and state agencies. For the most part, leaders across state government have complied. But a few hostile actors have taken issue and resisted the DEI purge. Professors have filed lawsuits claiming the prohibition on divisive concepts infringed on their First Amendment rights. It has been a public relations ordeal for Alabama’s public colleges and universities. On one hand, they want to avoid rancor in the faculty lounge and not ap-
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pear weak in the face of politics and opportunistic lawmakers, who, in their view, are using their livelihood as an election-year wedge issue. Ultimately, the higher-ups at the UA System, Auburn, UNA, Troy, the University of South Alabama, Montevallo, Jacksonville State and the University of West Alabama realize that if they don’t comply, they risk funding cuts by the legislature and bad press elsewhere. Often, compliance involves changing a handful of words in a syllabus, an employment manual or the institution’s code of conduct. For a sociology professor, perhaps changing the words of the course description of some useless gender studies is a hill to die on. Not so much for that school’s administration, which is just hoping no one notices. Why should it matter to policymakers, specifically members of the Alabama Legislature?
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More importantly, why should it matter to you and me, the general public? It gets back to what Alabama tolerates from Montgomery. During this last election cycle, our mailboxes were inundated with junk mail advertising legislative candidates as conservative fighters, typically with their pictures alongside President Donald Trump. Yet we are repeatedly told about the virtue of compromise. When the price of a new prison, built in part with COVID money that other states used to reduce their tax burden, doubles, how did the public react? When the governor is rarely seen in public, only popping up in a social media post put out by her office, how does the public respond? When the legislature decides mid-session to drastically alter the composition of the Public Service Commission or the Veterans Affairs board, are there protests in the streets? No, not at all.
Alabamians put up with a lot from the state government, including legislative sessions with a lot of big ideas dying on the last day before Sine Die. When something is enacted, especially if it implies serious pushback against ideologies unpopular in Alabama, the little things do matter. If it means using the power of the purse strings to force a belligerent state agency or school to comply, then so be it. Public institutions exist because the public gave the state the power to create them, including our beloved four-year colleges and universities. That means telling the belligerent liberal arts professor that some course material is off-limits in this setting. If we’re going to have these virtue-signaling or messaging efforts in politics to compensate for everything else that goes on in Alabama, at least do them the right way.
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Obituaries
Justin Haynes
january 28, 1999 — august 12, 2026 Funeral Services for Mr. Justin Haynes, age 27 of Irondale, will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with David Gurley officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens. Justin Haynes, born January 28, 1999, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, cherished memories, and a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Justin was preceded in death by his father, Randy Haynes; his grandfathers, Jessie Haynes and Rodger Johns; and others who held special places in his heart. Justin leaves behind his beloved wife, Heather Haynes, and his two beautiful sons, Jayden and Wesley, whom he loved more than anything in this world. His wife and children were the center of his life and gave him a deep sense of purpose. They were his greatest joy, and the love he had for them was evident in the way he lived each day. He is also survived by his mother, Sharon Whaley; his sister, Cynthia Tidwell; Jesse Brasher (Kris); nephew Dylan his uncle, Pug Johns, who became a father figure and source of guidance to Justin following the loss of his father; and his grandmother, Joyce Johns, who loved Justin dearly. He leaves behind his cousin, Stetson (Megan), who was more like a brother to him. The two shared countless memories and experiences together. Justin also leaves behind numerous cousins, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives were touched by his presence. Justin found happiness in the simple moments spent with the people he loved most. He treasured time with his wife and children and enjoyed being outdoors whenever he could. He had a passion for riding Razors and dirt bikes, hunting, fishing, and anything that allowed him to experience the freedom of the outdoors. Those who knew Justin best will remember him for his kind heart, his love for his family, and the genuine goodness that lived within him. Justin wanted those around him to know that, at his heart, he was a good person who cared deeply and loved fiercely.
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Though he carried burdens that many may never have fully understood, beneath them was a man who loved his family deeply and whose presence meant more to others than he may have ever realized. Justin’s life was not defined by the weight he carried, but by the love he gave, the memories he created, and the people who will forever carry him in their hearts. His life may have been far too short, but the love he shared with Heather, Jayden, Wesley, his family, and his friends will endure. He will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever cherished.
Martha Orr Massey
may 3, 1946 — august 20, 2026 Mrs. Martha Massey, born Martha Orr on May 3rd, 1946, went to be with the Lord on August 20th, 2026. She was a loving wife of over 55 years, and a caring mother of her two daughters. Martha graduated from high school in 1964. She then married Edwin Massey in 1968. Martha was a member of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees organization and worked for the Social Security office for 30 years until she retired. After this, she worked at Charles Tyler Clark Law Firm for another 19 years. Martha loved the Lord, her family, and her cats and dogs. She will be greatly missed and always loved. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Beatrice Barnett Orr; brother, Larry Orr; sister, Rita Bishop. Martha is survived by her husband, Edwin E. Massey; her daughters, Julie Massey and Sheila Mitchell (Brian Earnest); grandchildren, Madison Mitchell, Leigh Stacks, Maddox Mitchell, and Thomas Earnest.
Michael Lee Morgan
january 17, 1947 — august 14, 2026
Michael Lee Morgan, Age 79 of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2026. Born on January 17, 1947, to parents Billy and Gladys Morgan in McCool, Mississippi. While living in Birmingham, he served as a Birmingham Police Officer for 22 years. During those 22 years as an officer, he became a motorcycle police officer, as well as, becoming part of the Swat team for Birmingham. During his time as an officer, he joined the Fraternal order of Police as well as the National Tactical Officers Association. After his retirement from the police force, he became the Revenue Director for the City of Pelham where he worked for another 22 years. While being part of many organizations for work he was part of a couple groups outside. He was a Bass Player and Singer for ‘The Mark IV Band, Slingshot Band, as well as, being part of Route 66 Band. He is survived by his wife, Becky Quinn Morgan; Son, Michael Dale Morgan; son Mitch Alan Morgan (Sherry Dawson); Brother, Billy Joe Morgan (Jim); and sister, Annette Morgan. He is preceded in death by his father, Billy S. Morgan; Mother, Gladys Davis Morgan; and brother, Jesse Alan Morgan. Officiating will be Wendy Lovell (preacher), Andrea Furman, and Dave Porter John 14:27: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
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In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama 1975, notice is hereby given that Milam & Co, LLC, Contractor, has completed the Contract for construction of Downtown Loop Roads for the City of Trussville, and has made a request for final settlement of said contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Lauren Hulon project manager 205-833-5691. Civil Consultants, Inc. 3528 Vann Road, Suite 105 Birmingham, AL 35235. Trussville Tribune: Aug 20, 27 Sept 3, 10
LEGAL NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that Blalock Building Company, Inc., Contractor, has completed the Contract for the New Playground Renovations for Paine Elementary School located at 7600 Gadsden Highway, Trussville, AL 35173 for the State of Alabama and Trussville City Board of Education, Owner(s), and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify, Lathan Associates Architects, P.C., 300 Chase Park South, Suite 200, Hoover, AL 35244. Blalock Building Company, Inc. 7309 Gadsden Highway Trussville, AL 35173
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sports Clay-Chalkville Cougars at Thompson Warriors, Prep Football, Thursday, September 27, 2026
Hewitt-Trussville Huskies vs Hillcrest Patriots, Prep Football, Friday, September 28, 2026
Huskies take down Auburn
Leeds Greenwave vs St Clair County Saints, Prep Football, Friday, September 28, 2026
Quiet on the Creek: Clay-Chalkville knocks off nationally ranked Creekside By Britney Bailey, For the Tribune
Floyd had 519 yards and seven touchdowns. Credit: Sherry Parker By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
AUBURN – The HewittTrussville Huskies opened the season with an offensive explosion Friday night, piling up 575 yards and 26 first downs on the way to a 56-42 road win over third-ranked Auburn. The Huskies set the tone early, taking the opening kickoff and marching 85 yards in just 1:41. Jack Floyd connected with Jackson Martin for a 67-yard gain before finishing the drive himself with a 7-yard touchdown run for a 7-0 lead. The defense got the ball
back when Harrison Malone forced a fumble that Jayden Berry recovered. The Huskies quickly capitalized on the Auburn mistake, driving 45 yards before Floyd scored again on a 6-yard run to make it 14-0 with 7:22 left in the first quarter. The drive was kept alive by a 25-yard completion from Floyd to Martin on fourth down. Auburn answered back with a 13-play, 80-yard drive to cut the lead to 14-6 with 2:53 left in the opening period. On Hewitt’s next possession, the Huskies put together an 80-yard drive capped
by a Floyd-to-Martin screen pass for a 34-yard touchdown to make it 21-6 with 1:26 remaining in the first. Auburn responded just 19 seconds later with a 57yard pass to pull within 2114 after a successful twopoint conversion. The Tigers then took advantage of a Huskies turnover at their 30-yard line, scoring on a six-yard run to tie the game at 21 with 11:25 remaining in the first half. Hewitt put together an eight-play, 65-yard drive to take a 28-21 lead on Floyd’s 17-yard touchdown run with See HUSKIES, Page 11
FAIRBURN, Ga. – The 2026 season kicked off for the Clay-Chalkville Cougars on the road in Georgia with a matchup against nationally ranked Creekside. The Cougars wasted no time making a statement. Junior quarterback CJ Eldridge connected with wide receiver Nasir Ray for a 78-yard touchdown on the opening drive of the night, putting the Cougars up 7-0 early. The remainder of the first quarter was slow for both teams, forcing multiple punts. Safety Jalen Melton started the second quarter with an interception in the end zone to hold on to Clay’s momentum. Kicker Mario Cabachuela added a field goal midway through the second quarter to give the Cougars a 10-0 lead. The Cougars added another touchdown at the 2:25 mark courtesy of Anton Witt, putting Clay up 16-0. Creekside answered late in the half with a 76yard touchdown from Gary Walker to cut the lead to 16-6. Carlos Pope Jr. intercepted Creekside on its next
Cougars get big 29-20 road win. Credit: Generalist Gloria Facebook page
possession, but the Cougars couldn’t capitalize before the end of the half. Creekside’s Walker added to the scoreboard twice in the second half, while Eldridge scored on a 4-yard run as the Cougars held a 2220 lead in the third quarter. Clay fumbled the snap on the opening drive of the fourth quarter, only to answer immediately by forcing a Creekside fumble on the next play.
The game was then delayed for more than an hour due to lightning in the area. Once play resumed with just over eight minutes left, Clay made its statement and scored right out of the gate. Creekside was held to fewer than 25 yards after the delay thanks to Clay’s consistent playmakers, including Arkansas State commit Colton McIntyre, Arkansas See COUGARS, Page 11
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Aug. 27 - Sep. 2, 2026
Shades Valley opens 2026 season with 20-7 win over J.A.G.
Leeds varsity tops Minor in jamboree By Will Heath, For the Tribune
ADAMSVILLE – The first possession of 2026 for the Leeds Green Wave covered 77 yards, 17 snaps, took nearly 7 minutes off the clock and ended with a rushing touchdown from Brennen Archer. The first drive of the season. And a portent of things to come. Under a stifling heat at Minor’s Troy Lunceford Field, the Green Wave
By Shane Paschal, For the Tribune
IRONDALE – There is plenty of promise for the Shades Valley Mounties as they open the 2026 season with a new classification, a new region and a schedule filled with almost entirely new opposition. The Mounties opened the season facing a team two classifications above them, the J.A.G. Jaguars. The Jaguars were previously known as the Jeff Davis Volunteers but were renamed in honor of three civil rights leaders. The teams had met three previous times, with the Jaguars holding a 2-0-1 series lead. Valley received the opening kickoff before quickly punting the ball to the Jaguars. The Jags broke off a 29-yard run but eventually turned the ball over on downs. Valley took over at its own 34 and methodically marched down the field, culminating in an eight-yard touchdown run by Kourtney Moore. The extra point failed, giving the Mounties a 6-0 lead, which would be the score at the end of the first quarter. The Jags gained a first down before eventually punting, but the Mounties fumbled the ball right back. The Jags picked up another first down but again punted it back to Valley. Another Valley punt gave the Jags the ball at their own 39. A holding penalty moved them backward, and on the next play, the Jags fumbled. The Mounties’ Mekhi Thomas scooped up the ball and ran it in from 20 yards out. The extra point was good, extending Valley’s lead to 13-0.
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rolled up 200 yards of rushing offense in just over two quarters, controlling much of the time of possession. “I’m feeling good,” Archer said after the game. “I feel like we just need to clean up some things, but I feel good about it.” The Green Wave led 20-18 before both teams allowed junior varsity squads to take over. “I thought (the game) was pretty clean,” said
Coach Hood addresses team after jamboree at Minor. Credit: Will Heath
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Mounties open season with win. Credit: Aaron Sims
The Jags took the ensuing kickoff to their own 32. A flea-flicker pass moved the ball to the Valley 16, and the Jaguar quarterback then kept the ball and ran it to the six. Valley intercepted a pass in the end zone to end the threat, sending the Mounties into halftime with a 13-0 lead. The Jaguars started the second half by returning the kickoff to midfield. A penalty on Valley moved the ball to the Mountie 30. A few plays later, the Jags ran it in from 16 yards out and, with the extra point, trimmed the Mountie lead to 13-7. Valley then started at its own 40, but the Mounties couldn’t escape the penalties and were forced to punt. The Jaguars fumbled on their next possession, and the Mounties recovered at the Jaguar 25. Valley’s ensuing 36-yard field goal attempt was no good. The Jaguars were then stopped on downs, giving the Mounties the ball at the Jaguar 41. The quarter ended with Valley still ahead, 13-7. Antwan Kelser connected with Kam Harris for 23 yards, moving the ball down to the Jaguar 18, but the
drive ended with a missed 35-yard field goal attempt. The Jaguars punted it right back, giving Valley possession at its own 48. A few plays later, Kelser threw a 53-yard bomb down to the Jaguar 6. Two plays later, Moore ran six yards for his second touchdown of the game. With the successful extra point, Valley extended its lead to 20-7. The teams traded possessions for the remainder of the game, running out the clock as Shades Valley opened its season with a victory for the second straight year. After the game, Shades Valley head coach George Bates said the Mounties have plenty to clean up despite coming away with the win. “First game jitters got the best of us early on. Glad we kept playing hard to overcome penalties, turnovers and missed kicks. We have a week to improve so we are going to learn and right those wrongs,” Bates said. The Mounties stay at home next week for the second of three straight home games as they host an old county foe, Mortimer Jordan.
Springville stunned by Ashville 19-18 in Lumpkin’s head coaching debut By Henry Williamson, for the Tribune
ASHVILLE, Ala. – The new look Springville Tigers came up short in its season opener and against the rival Ashville Bulldogs on the road Friday night, falling 19-18 in a game where they led until the final minutes. In his first year as head coach, Springville’s Jeff Lumpkin reflected on the loss. “I’m super proud of our guys and the effort they gave tonight”, he said. “We did have some penalties at really bad times and took some points off the board for us. We had two really explosive plays that came back on penalties. That hurt when we were in control of the game.” Springville wasted zero time getting on the board. The Bulldogs went with an onside kick as it bounced just a few yards and set the Tigers up inside midfield.
Springville huddles up. Credit: Henry Williamson
On the third play of the drive, running back Savonte Killian used his speed and powered into the end zone for an 18-yard touchdown carry. The score was 6-0 after the PAT failed. The Tiger defense was disruptive early on and
limited Ashville very little yardage. A bad snap pushed the Bulldogs back to their own six and forced fourth down. The punter dropped the ball and was smothered immediately to commit a
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Griffin’s Eagles lose to Central By Johnny Sanders, Sports Editor
Florence High School Falcons 45-0, all he and the players know is that they
TUSCALOOSA – Grady Griffin’s first game at the helm of the Center Point Eagles did not go as well as he would have liked as his boys dropped their opening game to Central Tuscaloosa by a score of 27-0. The defense played well enough to win the game, but the offense could not get any footing. Central came out in the first and were able to get a touchdown on the board to make it 6-0 after a failed PAT. The Falcons found paydirt in the second quarter as well and pushed their lead to 13-0 heading into the halftime break. With the game still in reach, the Eagles looked to gain some momentum in the third but they just could not gain traction against an
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Pinson's Raymond Howard with the throw. Credit: Travis Frontz
Pinson takes one on the chin in Coach Cola’s debut By Tracy Frontz, For the Tribune
PINSON – The first game of the 2026 season for
the Pinson Valley Indians was not what was hoped for by new head coach Logan Colafrancesco, or “Coach Cola.” Defeated by the
Center Point in the huddle against Central Tuscaloosa. Credit: DeDarius Pierce
Moody drops game one of Kyle Tatum Era By Johnny Sanders, Sports Editor MOODY – The defending 5A (now 4A) state champions did not get off to the start they hoped to on Friday night as the Blue Devils’ first game under Kyle Tatum ended with a 35-7 victory for the visiting Briarwood Christian Lions. While the offense attempted to get their footing, the defense did a good job of holding Briarwood’s ground and pound running game at bay during the early minutes of the game. With a good mix of passes from Jake Lowery to Jalijah Rutledge as well as some tough runs by Trigg
Murdoch, the Blue Devils drove into scoring position. However, as the final seconds ticked off of the clock, Ryan McPherson’s 43-yard field goal attempt would be just a bit off and the first period of the game would end in a scoreless tie. In the second quarter, the Lions would begin to find ways to gash the Moody defense. At the 8:10 mark, the Lions punched it in from short yardage to make it 7-0 Briarwood. It did not take long for the Lions to double their lead as another drive packed full of ground and pound running ended with a Briarwood run into the end zone. A Blue Devil turnover
Moody coach Kyle Tatum. Credit: Ron Burkett
led to another Briarwood score and Moody found themselves down 21-0 at halftime. Briarwood got the ball first to start the third quarter and they continued to pound the ball at Moody and at the 8:25 mark of the period, the
Lions went up 28-0. The Blue Devil offense would continue to sputter in the third and Briarwood got the ball back. Briarwood scored on a pass this time, making it 35-0 and the Lions were rolling with 34 seconds to go in the third.
Moody continued to fight and after a pass interference penalty helped the Blue Devils stay alive, Lowery hit Austin Dryburgh for a 13-yard touchdown at the 5:28 mark of the final quarter to make it 35-7 and that would be the final. “It’s just very disappointing,” said coach Tatum. “We worked and worked and prepared. We knew it was going to be trick plays and speed option passes. We ran it in scout team. We did everything we were supposed to do all week. We just have to tackle better and we have to execute. We knew what they were going to do but we didn’t finish. We have to
coach better and play better. We are a new team and we have to have some young guys step up. On offense, we have to give our quarterback time and he has to be better on his reads and smoother. I know we have the guys and coaches to do it, we just have to do it.” Starting quarterback Jake Lowery said, “Obviously not what we wanted to see but it is our first game and we will bounce back. I have to do better. There are a lot of young guys on the team and I have to lead and help them better.” The Blue Devils have a short week this week as they host Helena on Thursday.
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What’s really causing your hand numbness? By Matthew C. Anderson, M.D., fellowship-trained hand & upper extremity surgeon
Hand numbness is one of the most common complaints I hear from patients. It wakes them up at night, makes it hard to grip a coffee mug in the morning, and for many has been going on for months or even years before they finally seek care. What surprises most people is that not all hand numbness is the same and isn’t always caused by what they'd expect. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: The Most Common Culprit
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Leeds head coach Jerry Hood. “I was pleased with (the team).” Archer dominated the ball for the Green Wave, with 12 rushing attempts and four passing attempts from the quarterback spot. He finished with 148 total yards of offense, and scored all three Green Wave TDs. Fellow QB Bennett Schorfhaar, a sophomore, completed 5 of his 7 throws. Tailback Jacarrious Davis finished with 59 yards on the ground.
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safety, giving Springville an 8-0 advantage at the 4:33 mark in the first quarter. With field positioning at their own 46 after the safety, Springville charged up the field in a hurry. Quarterback Cash Mobley rolled out and found receiver Jayden Hill as he tiptoed the sideline in Ashville territory. Shortly after, Franklin Tripp leaped and hauled in a 29-yard touchdown pass from Mobley over the top of the defender to put the Tigers up 15-0 with 2:54 left in the first. Moving into the second quarter, the Tigers faced some costly penalties, including a 98-yard touchdown run by Killian that was brought back. Ashville capitalized as running back Javone Williams accelerated and cut the corner for a 12-
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commit Keith Richmond and Jacksonville State commit Isaiah Brown. “Super proud of our guys, our coaches and players. It’s been a tough week in practice. Coaches had a
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aggressive Falcon defense. Central was able to get another touchdown in the third, making it 20-0 going into the final period. Once again, Center Point’s offense, with zero seniors on the field, was held scoreless while the home standing Falcons found paydirt once again late in the final frame. The final was 27-0 Falcons. Kevin Williams Jr led the Eagles’ defense with eight tackles, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. Cam White had six tackles and three pass break-ups and Justin Lomax added six tackles of his own. Coach Griffin said, “Hats off to Central, Coach Pippen, and his staff. They prepared their guys very well and it showed. Our defense was forced to play too many snaps. Special teams as well as defense put the offense into some promising field position, but offense was not good tonight. This is coming from an offensive guy. We have some
The most well-known cause of hand numbness is carpal tunnel syndrome. This occurs when the median nerve, one of the main nerves running through your hand, becomes compressed as it passes through a narrow passageway in the wrist called the carpal tunnel. Patients with carpal tunnel syndrome experience numbness, tingling, or a burning sensation in the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and part of the ring finger. Symptoms are often worse at night or first thing in the morning, and many patients describe shaking their hands to relieve the dis-
comfort. Over time, weakness in grip strength can develop, causing difficulty pinching or holding small objects. Carpal tunnel syndrome is especially common in people who perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, use vibrating tools, or spend long hours at a keyboard. It also occurs more frequently in women and during pregnancy. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: The Condition People Miss A lesser known but equally important condition is cubital tunnel syndrome, which involves compression
“He’s (Archer) a phenomenal athlete,” said Hood. “You combine him with (Schorfhaar), I mean, we got a little something going right there.” Minor’s offense found some success as well, primarily in senior quarterback Tommy Burts. Burts finished with 95 yards on the ground and threw for an additional 118, including the final varsity TD of the game. The Tigers added a pair of JV TDs late. “We got some work to do, but really proud of the boys,” Minor head coach Rico Jackson, making his
debut at the school, said afterward. “We’re going to continue to put it together.” The venue for the game changed at the last minute, as renovations to Leeds’ Homer Smiles Field forced them to move. Hood called the Minor coaching staff “very hospitable.” “Hopefully (Homer Smiles) will be finished next week,” he said. The Green Wave is scheduled to debut its new stadium Friday against St. Clair County in a non-region contest. Minor will host Anniston.
yard rushing touchdown to shrink it to 15-6. As the half was about to expire with five seconds to go, Springville kicker Michael Pearson attempted a 32 yard field goal that snuck in after hitting the bottom of the goal post as the Tigers carried a 18-6 lead into break. Ashville adjusted coming out of the locker room and held the Tigers scoreless for the rest of the night. Another Killian touchdown was taken away on a questionable penalty, and Ashville would cut the deficit to 18-12 on a 29-yard reception right before the third quarter ended. In the fourth, Springville was stifled by Ashville’s defense and gave them the ball back. Midway through, Jackson Frondorf connected with his man as he stretched across the goal line for a 16-yard reception to go up
19-18. The Tigers stayed in the fight and had one last chance. Ashville fumbled a handoff with 5:33 left and Springville recovered. Mobley brought it to the 11 on a keeper run, but they couldn’t get any further as they brought out the field goal unit on fourth down. The kick was wide left and the Bulldogs burned some clock by kneeling it to secure the win. “Our depth is just not quite there, and we’re gonna keep working on that”, Lumpkin said. “Give a lot of credit to Ashville. They were down, but they never stopped. That’s a very talented football team over there. Coach Sanders does a great job.” Springville (0-1) will be on its home turf next Friday for week two to host the Priceville Bulldogs before kicking off region play.
good plan, players played good. We’re excited, it was a big win. They’re (Creekside) a very good team, a ton of good players, we had a good plan,” ClayChalkville head coach Stuart Floyd said. Clay-Chalkville will head to Alabaster next
Thursday for another nationally ranked opponent, the Thompson Warriors. “They’re well coached, a lot of good players, they’ll be different from what we saw tonight. The plan is getting everybody healthy, get a plan, and go play,” Floyd said.
young weapons. The key word is young. When we grow up, those guys will compliment the defense and we will be a lot better than we showed tonight. Special thanks to our fans, band, and administrators
for showing support to our program.” Coach Griffin and his staff will look to bounce back this Friday as they host the Fultondale Wildcats who lost to Mortimer Jordan 41-0 in week one.
of the ulnar nerve at the elbow rather than the wrist. Many people know it as the nerve you hit when you bump your "funny bone." With cubital tunnel syndrome, numbness and tingling typically affect the ring finger and pinky finger, a key distinction from carpal tunnel syndrome. Patients often notice symptoms when their elbow is bent for extended periods, such as while talking on the phone or sleeping with the arm flexed. In more advanced cases, patients may notice weakness in the hand or difficulty with fine motor tasks, like buttoning a shirt.
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8:04 in the second quarter. After Nathan Fritz’s PAT, the game was stopped for lightning. After a lengthy delay, Malone intercepted a Cason Myers pass and returned it 52 yards for a touchdown to extend the Huskies’ lead to 35-21 with 6:34 remaining before halftime. Auburn again answered with an 86-yard drive, pulling within 35-28 with 1:58 remaining on a Myers fouryard run. With 26 seconds remaining in the half, Floyd found Daniel Williams wide open for a 40-yard touchdown, sending Hewitt into the break with a 42-28 lead. The Huskies rolled up 381 yards in the first half. The two teams traded interceptions over the first ten minutes of the second half. The Huskies looked to put the game away, but fumbled inside the Auburn 10-yard line with 3:42 in the third. Auburn took advantage, marching 90 yards and scoring on a 1-yard run to cut the lead to 42-35 with 1:25 in the period. Once again, the Huskies answer back with a
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have it in them to do better and simply need to work harder. Quarterback Raymond Howard said about the loss, “One play can change the entire format of the rest of the game. Second half, we had another opportunity [and] blew it up front – starting with me. “Starting next week, we’re gonna get back to work. This is not who we are. And y’all, everyone’s gonna see who Pinson really, really is in the future,” he continued. Santione Collier, defensive back, agreed. “I think we done worked hard this whole season, so we just had, we didn’t come out.”
Other Causes Worth Knowing Not all hand numbness originates at the wrist or elbow. Sometimes the nerve compression occurs higher up in the neck, shoulder, or even the thoracic outlet (the space between the collarbone and first rib). Conditions like cervical radiculopathy, thoracic outlet syndrome, or even diabetes-related peripheral neuropathy can all produce symptoms that feel similar to carpal or cubital tunnel syndrome. This is why an accurate diagnosis matters. Treating the wrong nerve or the wrong location won't deliver
relief. When Should You See a Hand and Wrist Specialist? If you're experiencing persistent hand or finger numbness, tingling, or weakness, don't wait it out. Early evaluation allows for a more complete range of treatment options, many of which are nonsurgical. A thorough physical examination and nerve conduction study can help pinpoint exactly which nerve is involved and where the compression is occurring. This gives you and your care team the information needed to develop a treatment plan designed to fit your needs.
seven-play, 80-yard drive. Floyd’s scrappy 37 yard run out the Huskies inside Auburn territory. Floyd threw a 30-yard touchdown pass to DJ Hall, who made an acrobatic catch for the score to give the Huskies a 49-35 lead with 10:55 remaining in the game. Auburn’s ensuing possession ended with an interception by Khalil Braswell. Behind an offensive line that controlled the line of scrimmage throughout the night, the Huskies moved down the field on a 14-play drive. Floyd finished the drive himself, diving into the end zone from three yards out to extend the lead to 56-35 with 3:41 remaining. Auburn tacked on a late touchdown with 1:36 to play to make the final score 56-41. Hewitt coach Josh Floyd praised his young team’s resilience. “I just want to say how proud I am of these boys,” Floyd said. “They were doubted over the last several months, and I am proud of the way they handled the adversity and came out to win.” The Huskies entered the season with a number
of young players taking on bigger roles. “We are a young team, but a tough one,” Floyd said. “We have young players, new players and even seniors who have never started until now. It was fun to watch them come out with a win. “We started out strong and made some mistakes we had to recover from, but they did it with determination and kept their heads up. Fighting the weather delays made it a little difficult, but Auburn is a tough team to battle anyway. They always are. “I am so proud of these guys. They have so much heart and battled it out, and I expect more of the same the rest of the season.” Floyd accounted for 519 yards. He was 22-of26 passing for 360 yards and three touchdowns. He rushed for 159 yards on 19 carries and scored four times. Martin caught 5 passes for 165 yards and Hall had six receptions for 69 yards. Williams totaled 107 yards rushing and receiving. Auburn totaled 476 yards but had four turnovers. The Huskies host Hillcrest Friday night.
He continued, “I feel like we did great as a team. It’s just we [have] still got more to do.” When Coach Cola first arrived at Pinson Valley, his main goal was to develop leaders on and off the field from the ground up. Discipline, including aspects like being on time and having shirts tucked in, is the foundation. If those basics are there, he believes the rest will come. “You can’t spot a good football team,” Coach Cola said about the match-up. “I knew they were a good football team, but that’s what you want to go against. You want to go against good people to kind of gauge where you are. But, you know, our kids are resilient. I’m telling you, we’re gonna bounce back. I can promise you that.”
“We just, you know, it’s gotta be positive. I mean, you know, we’re gonna wake up tomorrow morning and we’re gonna go back to work. Our kids are great kids.” The Indians will travel to Pleasant Grove next Friday. Pleasant Grove suffered a narrow 42-41 loss to Jake Helveston and the Oneonta Redskins on Friday.
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