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By MOODY, Nathan Prewett, Ala. – A womForwas thekilled Tribune an and three others were injured in a head-on LEEDS, Ala. – The City collision in Moody Monday of Leeds has announced a morning. series paving projects that Theofaccident took place will address fullon or U.S. pararound 10:3020a.m. tial streets in Leeds 411 near Lake Joyce starting Road. thisAccording week. to Moody The Chief $1,128,995 Police Reece investSmith, ment will use over 7 tons 39-year-old Mary Salah, of SeeSee REPAVING, 3 CRASH, Page 4
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Trussville Leeds City After prolonged political lecture UFL co-owner names Trussville recognizes Council Council considering from Mayor Thomas, Springville Presidential request to open possible target for new Award recipient tattoo shop Council approves pay raise for police Melanie Dimler Birmingham Stallions stadium
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TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – SPRINGVILLE, – Trussville has been Ala. called The Springville City Counout as one of three hypocil tooklocations a detourforMonday thetical a new night before returned to stadium and itdevelopment unfinished businessLeague held that United Football over from theMike Feb. 17Repole meetco-owner ing. After an extended hopes could bring thework Birsession a short break, minghamandStallions back the 3 meeting began to March metro-Birmingham by around 2029. 6:45 p.m. As the meeting got unRepole identified the derway, the councilParkapTrussville/Deerfoot proved the minutes from3 way corridor as his No. the lastfor meeting in February. target a proposed 100Mayor Daveand Thomas moacre sports entertaintioned for them to around reconsidment district built an er the to minutes mem8,000 12,000noting seat outdoor bers motioned to adjourn stadium. before conducting business “Metro Birmingham on agenda let’sthe build the without future,” that Remotion beingin recognized. pole wrote Wednesday then proceeded postThomas on X. “Let’s find 100 to deliver dissertation, as acres and abuild a modern he called it, for the outdoor next 55 8,000–12,000-seat minutes, stadium forcross-referencing the Birmingham political addressing Stallions,history, Birmingham Lerecent editorials, and quotgion and Birmingham Leing Teddy Roosevelt, gion’s women’s team.”Jesus, andRepole Socrates along the way. said he envisions Although not technically a development that woulda filibuster, the lecture was deextend beyond the stadium, signed to restaurants, prolong thehotels, meetincluding ing allowing Thomas to air offices, residential develophis displeasure at the lackand of ments, entertainment,
Mayor Dave Thomas delivers a lengthy dissertation to members of the city council. (Terry Schrimscher/Trussville Tribune)
focus on city business. At one point, Thomas challenged members of the council to raise their hands if they agreed never again to leave a meeting before the conclusion of business. No hands raised. Along the way, he said theestate council’s lack of other real projects. leadership salariesby would A map on released Rebe a burden on the city.possipole identified three had every ble “The areas council around metro-Biropportunity redress mingham as to ideal sites the for error but chose development. Theotherwise, Trussville wanting on,around showlocation to is move centered ing frustration and and the the their Deerfoot Parkway effectiveness the filibusI-59 corridor, of around 15 to
ter,” Thomas said. “The example they set by refusing to adjust salaries wasn’t about their faux martyrdom, sacrificing for the greater good,” he added. “The example they set was that if you make an error it can’t be Protective corrected. 17 miles from That the error becomes a Stadium. mistake,” hedescribes said. “ButTrussnow The map the to actgrowth has closed villewindow as a “young coras of last Wednesday, shackridor” with “strong regional ling the and nextplaces administration access” the target with the the consequences of area near Jefferson and their actions,” heline. said. St. Clair County Speaking to The Tribune No specific parcel was
Nathan Prewett By Chris Basinger, News Editor Ala. – Will LEEDS,
afterward, Thomas said he just needed to air his frustrations because the council sometimes delays making decisions it needs to make. He discussed his motion to add unaddressed items from the February meeting to a consent calendar for approval. That approach was denied. Many other cities in the Tribune coverage area approve non-controversial items with a single vote through a consent agenda, a procedural process used to reduce the need for discussion and lengthy meetings. After re-introducing parliamentary rules to the meeting process, Thomas led the council through new business which involved acceptance of bids for a new sewer project which will need further action for financial decisions. identified. The council also renewed the city’s garbage The other two locations collection contract Repole identified are with LibWaste Management.Vestavia erty Park/eastern Items Hills near from I-459,the andFebrusouth ary agenda wereI-459 addressed Hoover near and individually. Highway 150.The purchase
IRONDALE, Ala. – The FromofTribune staff City Irondale willreports host a free music festival Sunday BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Sept. 26, at Beacon Park in – A human a left honor of its skull 139thand annivertibia found by a dog in East sary. Birmingham year Fest are Irondale last Music confirmed have belonged 2026 will tofeature perforto the same person, mances from TheaccordTony ing to the Jeffersonviolinist County Tatum Experience, Coroner’s Office. Dominique Hammons, the The link was University confirmed Alabama A&M
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Leeds get a tattoo shop in Ala.City– the TRUSSVILLE, future? The Leeds The Trussville City Council Council is considering it. passed proclamation during At aa meeting on Monday Tuesday night’sheard meeting night the council from honoring Hewitt-Trussville an individual about possibly High School Physics teacher allowing for him to establish aMelanie tattoo Dimler. shop in a building
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Jeremy Williams High Schoolexecuted freshmen Trussville City Council hears Leeds Foxhound Bee Company forto2021 murder of take action address rising concerns over historic pool Thursday to bee-gin construction school shootings Kamarie Holland on new education center 5-year-old Terry Schrimscher
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – The Trussville City Council chambers were standing room only Tuesday night, Aug. 11, but many in the crowd were not there to hear about anything on the published agenda. A group organized as “Friends of the Historic Trussville Pool” circled the chamber, patiently waiting through a prolonged work session for a chance to speak. They brought signs, inA group called Friends of the Historic Trussville Pool vited local TV news and organized a large turnout at the Aug. 11 meeting of the brought children to ask the Trussville City Council. Photo by Terry Schrimscher. council to reconsider closing the community swim- Archer. Pond Services to provide an ming pool that has served “As a part of Trussville’s evaluation of the pool at no the city for 72 years. The historic district, thein pool cost to the city. A concept of the new education center Irondale. (Foxhound Bee Company) pool opened in the summer represents a piece of our Friends of the Historic By1954 Chrisand Basinger, in the coming weeks,Archer which Trussville opened on Pool Saturday. of has served gen- community history,” has created News Editor will serve as an “WhenFacebook looking page for toa erations of Trussville resi- said. She said theexpansion pool cre- a public froma its current locationand in communicate place to build our newabout beedents. Last month, Mayor ates sense of tradition news Hardware Park. keeping store, we continued Ala. – Bee BenIRONDALE, Short announced his belonging for many in the the efforts to save the pool. addition educationto hear comments enthusiasts will the soon intention to close pool be in city.In“The pool to is an import- The page currently has about more how 100 Irondale was doing al opportunities and STEM to Irondale to vis- ant aswarming July 22 Facebook post. part of the historic dis- than members, many programming, center expressing great things,” said founder it a“The new beekeeping Trussville educacity trict, much like the Cahaba optimism after a will also sell a range of recent Adam Hickman. tion center designed teacha Elementary pool is so much moretothan School, the pubmeeting with Mayor products sourced from bees, Short. “Everyone on the projstudents and community swimming facility. For gen- lic library, the playground. including seemed speak highly membersitabout the world of These erations, has been a place are honey all partand of beeswhat ect “It was atogreat meeting, wax, as life wellhere as supplies for and of working with the Irondale pollinators. where our community has makes in downI appreciate large beekeepers. and itsandleadership. So, Birmingham-based Fox- town gathered. We make friends, Trussville so special.” turnout the passion our It will told be built across residents when we showed approached hound Bee to Company prewe learn swim, is create Archer the council for the from the all-new Ruffner paring to and break ground on the memories simply enjoy organization has reached Sports Complex, which BEES, Page 4 3 the 5,000 square foot being together,” saidfacility Katie out to Alabama Aquatic and See See COUNCIL,
By ATMORE, Tanna McGuire Ala. – Jeremy Williams was executed LEEDS, Ala. Thursday – Over by lethal injection the past for 25 the years, school evening murder of shootings Kamarie in the Holland United 5-year-old States have surged to alarmin 2021. ing Attorney levels, with a reported General Steve 574 incidents Marshall approvedoccurring the exebetweento start 2000 atand cution 5:532025, p.m. according to Holman data from at William C. CorStatista. Three High rectional FacilityLeeds in Atmore. School freshmen, Amelia Williams was pronounced Davis,at 6:16 Madilynn dead p.m. Johnson, andWilliams Beatricepleaded McCormick, guilty members the Leeds High in March of2024 in Russell School Circuit ChapterCourt of to Future County four Career Community counts of capital Leaders murder, of America (FCCLA), are alongside charges of human determined to address this trafficking, production of pressing material, issue through their obscene and abuse state conference project. of a corpse. The young to leaders have According the Attornot only compiled ney’s General Office, critiWilcal statistics but are from also liams took Holland working with house local officials her mother’s in Coand educators to on promote lumbus, Georgia Dec. stronger safety measures 12, 2021, and brought her to in schools. Their project, Alabama, where he sexually which will presented at abused and be then strangled the toFCCLA her death. state conference in March,was aimslater to raise Williams arawareness aboutCity. theInvesdevrested in Phenix astating found impact of school tigators the body soon shootings and propose acafter. tionable changes improve Williams latertoconfessed safety protocols in Alabama to killing Holland and
Pictured: Beatrice McCormick, Madilynn Johnson, and Amelia Davis.
schools. Current federal requirements mandate that schools perform lockdown or intruder drills; in Alabama, public schools are required committing violent crimes to conduct twochildren, such drills against other inper semester. However, Dacluding murdering his infant vis believes these measures daughter in Alaska and sexare insufficient and is adually abusing others. vocating moresentenced, frequent After for being and comprehensive drills. Williams wrote several let“When people’s liveshis areapon ters asking to have the line, we can’t just do the peals dropped, indicating he bare minimum,” Davis said. wanted his execution car“Schools ried out. should take intruder drills as seriously as they The Alabama Court of do fire or Appeals tornado drills.” Criminal confirmed this his Johnson convictionsechoed and capital
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sentiment, emphasizing the emotional and psychological toll that school shootings take on students and their families. “You shouldn’t have to worry punishment on about Marchbeing 27. scared when just tryOn June 16,you’re the Alabama ing to learn,” Johnson said. Supreme Court authorized “We execution. need to make sure Kay that his Gov. every scheduled school feels and Ivey thesafe execureadytwotodays handle tion later. anything that“Justice could happen.” has been McCormick highlightserved,” Marshall said. ed Marshall the importance stated of thatturnhe ing awareness into of action. hoped the survivors Wil“Schoolcrimes shootings are such liams’ could find a hugerelief problem, and we some knowing he could no longer harm anothSee STUDENTS, Page 3 er child.
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Chris Horn still remembers the day he knew he wanted to be a firefighter. He was 15 and had already been volunteering at the Center Point Fire District for a little over a year. He admits, at least initially, it was the excitement that first drew him to fire house. “I just thought it was great that you got to ride on the truck that makes a lot of noise and you get to run red lights,” Horn said. However, it was this on this particular day in 1986 that Horn saw a woman running from his neighbor’s house to the stoop he was sitting on in front of his house. The woman was the neighbor’s daughter, screaming that her father had stopped breathing. Without a moment to
think, Horn immediately began running toward his neighbor’s house. Having recently been certified in CPR for a health class at the former E.B. Erwin High School, Horn began working on his neighbor, trying to get him to breathe. Within 30 seconds, firefighters from the fire department, located just a few blocks away, arrived at the house, surrounding Horn and his neighbor as he continued performing CPR. “The guys knew me and kept saying ‘Don’t stop, keep pumping,’” he said. With this, Horn knew he had found his calling, one that would have him putting out countless fires and saving many lives for over 40 years until this past spring, when he retired as battalion chief of Center Point. “My phone went from
ringing almost every moment of the day to the point where I don’t carry it around that much with me anymore,” he said. “It’s kind of nice.” As a teenager, Horn would spend his days at school while working at the fire district’s dispatch center at night. By 1990, Horn joined the Center Point Fire District full-time. In 2014, he was named Firefighter of the Year. For the next 12 years, Horn would work on the administrative side of the firehouse, dealing with logistics. In 2019, he was named captain of logistics, followed by battalion chief in 2023. With the job, Horn was often forced to miss time with his family, whether it was running out of the house in the middle of dinner to respond to a call or
spending the night in his office while on duty. Remembering how his father, who worked on the railroad for
40 years, died just six weeks after retiring, Horn felt like he had no more time to lose to lose away from the peo-
ple he loved. “I wanted to be with my family,” said Horn, whose oldest son recently got married with another set to tie the knot late this year. “It was time for me to relax and enjoy life as long as I can.” Despite no longer having the near-constant hours he once did as a firefighter, Horn still keeps himself busy, from announcing high school basketball games to finally getting to some overdue projects around the house. More importantly, Horn now has more time with his wife of 32 years, Jodi. “I’m not one to just sit around the house,” he said. Looking back on his career, Horn is proud that he was able to help the community. “It was always a calling for me,” he said.
Leeds police find no criminal activity tied to allegations against assistant principal
LEEDS, Ala. – Leeds Police Chief Paul Irwin said their department found no evidence of criminal misconduct connected to any employees of Leeds City Schools after reviewing a series of allegations circulating on social media. The statement came on the heels of the resignation of Leeds Elementary School assistant principal Kyle Winningham on Sunday, following an investigation of misconduct.
“We have researched and investigated allegations and found no criminal conduct that has occurred by any person who works for the Leeds City Schools,” Irwin said. Irwin noted that neither a parent nor Leeds City Schools contacted the department with a complaint related to the allegations. He also mentioned that LPD has not received any reports of criminal activity at LCS since he began the
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ningham’s resignation on Sunday, saying staff had previously investigated allegations of misconduct when he was initially promoted assistant principal. “We concluded that no illegal, unethical, or unprofessional conduct had taken place,” Moore said. Winningham said in a statement that his choice to resign was not an admission of guilt. “I want to be clear that this decision is not an ad-
mission of guilt or wrongdoing,” Winningham said. “I believe that stepping away is the best decision for the students, staff, and school community at this time.” Winningham was picked as Leeds Elementary School assistant principal on June 15. He spent four years at a teacher at LES. Irwin encouraged anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the Leeds Police Department.
The City of Irondale, Alabama, is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for all engineering application development services, as well as design, surveying, and inspection services related to PFAS Temporary Treatment Measures, should federal funding be awarded for the project, in accordance with the request. A full copy of the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and all addendums may be obtained from Jared Morris at jmorris@cityofirondaleal.gov. Statements of Qualifications must be submitted in writing to the Irondale Water Department, located at 1801 Crestwood Blvd, Irondale, AL 35210, no later than September 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm CST. SOQs must be clearly marked with the RFQ request and opening date on the outside of the envelope. Submissions must be mailed or hand-delivered to the address above. Statements of Qualifications submitted via fax or email will not be accepted.
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on 1625 Ashville Road. David Strickland spoke briefly at the previous meeting and was invited to make his case on Monday night where he said that he was From Tribune staff reports the owner of Lucky Dog Tattoo Co. and had taken BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – the necessary steps with the A 25-year-old Birmingham realtor but needed to speak man has been charged in with the council. the deaths of Eric Ashley, Strickland said that he Jr., Akira Berry, and Landon started a petition that had Brooks, who were shot and garnered almost 200 sigkilled while driving last natures at the time of the summer. meeting. If permitted to be Jacorrian McGregor, 25, established the shop will has been charged with caphave five artists, including ital murder (two or more Strickland himself. persons) and is being held The shop would have the in the Jefferson County Jail potential to bring $350,000 with no bond. to $500,000 in gross annual On July 13, 2024, Ashley revenue, he estimated. (28), Berry (28), and Brooks “Do I think I’ll necessar(5) were shot in their car in ily hit that highest amount? the 1700 block of Indian No,” he said. “I would love
Choir, flutist Sherry Reeves, and DJ Maverick, Willie Hudgins. Gates will open at 3 From Tribune staff reports p.m., and performances will start at 4 p.m. Admission is JEFFERSON COUNTY, free to all. Ala. – The Jefferson County The event will take place Sheriff’s Office is investiat Beacon Park, at 5309 gating after a man was shot Beacon Drive. at a bingo hall near Grayson Parking will be available Valley early Monday mornat “The Hill” with a shuttle ing. service taking attendees to Deputies responded the park. Small coolers and to the bingo hall, located clear bag will be allowed, at 5712 Chalkville Road, but outside will not be alshortly after 5 a.m. where lowed. they found a male employFood vendors will inee suffering from a gunshot clude Dream Flavors, AJ’s wound. Lemonade, Eugene’s Hot Center Point Fire and Chicken, The Dirty Red, Rescue responded to the Good Ole Dawgs, GeGe’s scene and transported the Tasty Cakes, and My Planet victim to UAB Hospital Punches. with non-life-threatening injuries. According to the sher-
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following a DNA analysis Odenville, was pronounced of the bones, though audead at the scene. thorities still do not know children in the Two identity of whoriding they be-
longed to. The coroner’s office has reported that multiple missing person cases have been From front page ruled out by the DNA analysis as the identity of the unresponsive around 11:17 remains. a.m.The on Sunday, Augdiscov9. He skull was was pronounced dead at the ered by a homeowner on jail at 11:48 a.m. the shoulder of the roadway nextA to postmortem his residence exam near was performed and the 1300 block Monday of 5th Place NW on Aug. 20, 2024. Investigators believe the skull was moved from its original location, which From front page remains unknown, to the property by the homeownfuture er’s dog.of the community pool,” saidoffice in comThe Short coroner’s perments to The Tribune. “I’m encouraged by the level of community engagement, and I look forward to having a more complete picture to share once the planning and
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Summer Drive, just outside of Center Point. Officers found the vehicle with multiple bullet holes in the side of it wrecked in the front yard of residence. Lucky Dog Tattoo Co.were owner David Strickland speaks with All three victims the Leeds Photo by Nathan Prewett. pronounced dead City at Council. the scene. to; it would be great. How- discuss it among themselves Police believed it was a ever, people do come in and address it at a future targeted shooting and that and they’re willing to spend meeting. the suspect fled the scene in at local coffee shops, gas Leeds City Council a vehicle. stations, small restaurants, meetings are held on the Following an investigaJacorrian different things like that, so second and fourthMcGregor Mondays tion, BPD’s BPD’s Crime there’s more income coming of every month at City Hall Reduction Team partnered Pardons and Parole to apprein than just the tattoo shop on 1400 9th Street Northwith the U.S. Marshals Ser- hend McGregor on Tuesday, itself.” east. Agenda packets can vice Fugitive Task Force Feb. 24 in the 900 Block of Mayor Eddie Moore be seen online at the City of and the State of Alabama Von Dale Lane. stated that the council will Leeds website.
the vehicle were taken to the hospital and are reported to be in stable condition. The driver of the second vehicle was also hospitalized. Smith said their inju-
ries appeared to be minor. No additional information about the individuals’ identities or the cause of the crash has yet to be disclosed.
found no evidence of foul play, according to the coroner’s office. The cause of death remains pending further lab studies. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death. formed an autopsy on the analysis finished,” that he skull andaredetermined said. the victim had been shot. “The council will the be The same dog found presented with options in second bone, a left tibia, on October and will have the Dec. 12, 2024. opportunity to review the costs, operational data, and long-term considerations associated with renovating or replacing the existing pool and splash pad,
The bingo hall where the shooting took place.
iff’s office, the preliminary investigation revealed that a verbal altercation between the victim and a male security guard occurred, resulting in the guard shooting him. The security guard re-
Irondale mayor selected as Leeds PD askofficial publicfor to only Alabama help identify national early organized childhood policy fellowship retail theft suspect
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Irondale Mayor James D. Stewart Jr. has been–selected LEEDS, Ala. Police to join the next cohortfor of the the in Leeds are asking Early Learning Nation Polipublic’s help in identifying cy individual Fellowship,believed makingtohim an be the only representative from involved with an organized Alabama the incoming retail theft in investigation. class this Leeds year. Police De“The The six-month fellowpartment requests the pubship is operated by The lic’s assistance in identifyHunt Institute in collaboing this individual,” officials ration themedia. Bezos“He Famis said onwith social Foundation and will ailysuspect in an Organized run from 2026 Retail TheftSeptember Investigation. through February 2027. If you recognize this The program is by individual or have anyinviintation only,about bringing formation this togethcrime, er 20 tocontact 30 mayors, please Crimecounty Stopcommissioners, and city and pers of Metro Alabama.” county council members CrimeStoppers of Metfrom across the nation to focus on early childhood policy and improving services for children and families. “Every child in Irondale deserves the best possible start in life, and that start begins long before kindergarten,” Stewart said. “I am honored to be the only leader selected from Alabama, and to bring what I learn back home, as we continue building an Irondale where families have access to quality, affordable early childhood programs and every child has the opportunity to thrive.” The city noted several initiatives that already exist in the city toward that end,
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including its new MAX On-Demand transit system and a partnership with the A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club. Irondale recently repurposed its former public library for its Boys & Girls Club partnership, which provides after-school programming to students from 3 to 6 p.m. Stewart said transportation and access to after-school programs still remain a significant challenge for working families in Irondale. “We know transportation and after-school hours are two of the biggest barriers
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Hewitt-Trussville High School ranks among top 5% in nation, says new U.S. News report Nathan Prewett
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – A new report from U.S. News & World Report ranking schools is out and Hewitt-Trussville High School is among the top 5% of schools in the country. HTHS Principal Aaron King said that the momentum began several years ago. The statewide ranking in the 2022 school year the school was ranked at 15, followed by the 2023 year at 12, placed nine in 2024 and then seven in 2025. HTHS now ranks fifth in Alabama and was placed 679 nationally. “So, we can kind of see the trajectory,” he said. “This is an external indicator of the internal success we’re seeing. We know that we’re doing the right things instructionally.” He clarified that “we” meant the teachers, staff members, counselors, and administrators not only at the high school but the three elementary schools and the middle school. “This is the achievement
as a result of that hard work overtime, so to me it’s not a shock,” he said. “While we’re extremely pleased of the achievement we can see that we’re heading in this direction and we have zero thoughts of staying where we are or regressing. Our goal is looking forward.” According to the report, almost 18,000 out of an estimated 27,000 public schools were ranked based on college readiness, state assessment proficiency, state assessment performance, 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% scored in mathematics proficiency • 59% scored in reading proficiency • 65% scored in science proficiency King said that an estimated 900 students took at
least one AP® or Advanced Placement® exam in the past spring, amounting to the 65%. Less than 2,000 AP® exams were given out. “So, we’ve really raised the expectations around what our students are capable of doing,” he remarked. “And as a result they’re matching that expectation.” The report stated that 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 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 realiz-
Overplaying the red scare
Jeff Poor
It is pretty simple. The GOP has an economy problem heading into November’s midterm elections. It is self-inflicted. Even if taking military action against Iran for the sake of limiting its nuclear capability was the moral thing to do, it comes at a cost. The national average for gas prices was around $3 a gallon at the start of the war. The price got up to $5 but has leveled off at $4 a gallon in recent weeks.
Democrats are not going to let it go unnoticed, as if you haven’t noticed it yourself. It isn’t clear how much more a dollar per gallon affects the average family’s budget. Whether it’s meaningful or not, perception matters. Perception is everything. That’s the mistake Democrats made in 2024. Metrics suggested improvements in the U.S. economy. The media went out of its way to push the public to believe the economy was
actually doing well. Voters didn’t buy it, and the Republican Party had its
best presidential election in two decades. A similar scenario is
playing out in this election cycle. So-called Democratic Socialists have strung together a few high-profile primary election wins. Those candidates hold views that have historically been outside mainstream Democratic Party conventional wisdom. The war of ideas is underway in the Democratic Party. But that is a long-term problem for Democrats. In the short term, they will likely still have a good election night later this year.
ing 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 within the school system as well as getting our kids, all of our students, our parents onboard with that vision, that mission, that purpose.” The following is the complete list of the eight highest ranked schools in Alabama: • New Century Tech Demo High School • Homewood High School • Mountain Brook High School • Vestavia Hills High School • Hewitt-Trussville High School • Fairhope High School • Spain Park High School • Oak Mountain High School
To compensate, Republicans are apparently implementing a national election strategy to highlight the looming threat of radical socialism. To quote Peter Venkman from “Ghostbusters,” “Human sacrifice! Dogs and cats living together! Mass hysteria!” Capitol Hill Republicans are recycling an oldie but goodie to promote the messaging. The “Contrast for America” (a play on Newt
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Memories Die Hard Ken Lass
Let me take you back to a simpler time. The year was 1954. The president of the United States was Dwight D. Eisenhower. A gallon of gas cost 29 cents. The most popular song was “Little Things Mean Alot” by Kitty Kallen. Alfred Hitchcock’s “Rear Window” was the most popular movie. The fashion rage for women was pastel-colored dresses with cinched waists that went down to mid-calf. The most popular TV show was I Love Lucy. And in the small town of Trussville, Alabama, population approximately 3,000 people, the new city swimming pool opened on Parkway Drive, right next to what was then Trussville High School. It quickly became the highlight and focal point of the historic project area. A cool, refreshing respite for pick-up softball players, playground children and picnickers. Since then, at least five generations of Trussville’s people have flocked to the pool, beginning with the baby boomers, and spanning through generations X, Y, Z
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Gingrich’s 1994 “Contract with America”) is House Speaker Mike Johnson’s late-stage election-year effort to tell voters Republicans are “common sense,” and Democrats are “crazy.” The problem is gas is still averaging $4 a gallon around the country, and if you’re explaining, you are losing at this point. For years, Democrats have paid lip service to these socialist ideas. Perhaps they never meant what they said, or knew deep down that student loan forgiveness, rent
and Alpha. Eventually, a splash pad was added, believed to be the first municipally owned of its kind in the state. Yes, long before there was an entertainment district, a shopping mall, a movie theater, a myriad of active churches, a roller skating rink, a sports park, a YMCA, or even a McDonald’s, the Trussville city pool was the center of the community, a haven for young moms and their small children, a source of summer jobs for countless lifeguards, a meeting place for hard working families and neighbors on their days off. The traditions and the memories have been washing across the water and bouncing off the concrete walls for 72 years. Memories die hard. Especially the good ones. How else to explain the immediate and emphatic reaction when Mayor Ben Short revealed earlier this summer the city pool and splash pad would close for good at the end of the current season. It’s hard to fault the decision. No longer the center of the community, there were only about 250 members this summer, the facil-
ity has become a $69,000 annual money pit. That’s how much the city loses, on average, operating the pool each year, according to the mayor. Now the facility has sprung another leak, and estimates peg the cost of repair at around $700 thousand. And the mayor says there are environmental issues. He says the leaks are pushing chlorinated water into the ground table. He has been reported to claim the pool loses more water than the 180 homes around it combined. If all of this is true, and there’s no reason to think it’s not, then the time has come for the site to evolve. And in fact, that process has already begun. A landscape architect is working on designs and concepts for the property. Reportedly, those will be ready for city council perusal by October. In the meantime, the greater public interest would be served if the troubled facility is shut down. It just doesn’t make sense to keep pouring massive public funds into a project that is beyond meaningful reclamation. And let’s be honest. While the pool
controls, universal health care, or any other government takeover of the private sector wasn’t realistic. But the true believers who work in the trenches of Democratic Party politics thought otherwise. Combine this government-style utopian idealism with a general angst about the Trump administration’s policies, and that is a recipe for disaster for the GOP. Yes, the contrast is important but not for 2026. In Alabama, Republicans are publicly making the distinction, which is not necessarily a bad thing. The state GOP will have a good
night in November, and Alabama Republican voters will play their part, including Tommy Tuberville, Alabama’s senior U.S. Senator and Republican nominee for governor. “All they’re doing is pushing socialism, and socialism is just communism without a gun, at the end of the day,” he said in an interview recently. “And so, we need to understand the direction this country is going if the Democrats have an opportunity to get a leg back into this country in terms of leadership.” As a gubernatorial candidate in Alabama, he isn’t
has breakdown problems, the splash pad is a bit of an embarrassment for a city as progressive and actively growing as Trussville. One need only look at nearby towns such as Moody and Springville, communities far smaller than Trussville, to see what a modern and functional splash pad looks like. Trussville residents, now nearly thirty thousand strong, deserve better. On August 16 nostalgic pool goers called the community together for one final gathering, as if to express a proper goodbye to an old friend. They called it the “Last Splash Bash”. Admission was one memory of an experience at the
landmark. Sad for sure, but maybe it would help to keep in mind closing the pool doesn’t have to be the end of the memories. More like a pause. Mayor Short has made it clear he favors building a brand new pool and splash pad. Of course, the issue, as with all projects, is money. Short says the city council has to vote to fund such an effort. That should not be a problem. I’m guessing council members are already feeling the public pressure to approve such funding. If they aren’t, they’re not paying attention. One councilman has already stated a new pool should be a priority. Good call. I wouldn’t want to face a re-election campaign being accused of opposing a beloved institution like the city pool. Some supporters of the present facility question why the hurry to shut it down? Why not keep it going until a new one is ready to take its place? In a perfect world, that would be the ideal solution. But any public office holder would be quick to point out money doesn’t fall from the sky. Finding cash for municipal
improvements is, by far, the most daunting challenge any governing body faces. Finding enough money to build a new pool and splash pad, while continuing to pour financial resources into repairing and maintaining the current one, would lengthen the replacement timeline considerably. Much smarter to seed a new project with the money saved by discontinuing the old one. Which puts the ball squarely into the city council’s court. Trussville needs, deserves, and clearly wants a city pool and splash pad it can be proud of. Pool supporters must be diligent in making sure the promised savings are directed toward the new undertaking. When it comes budget time, no doubt there will be many needs vying for precious taxpayer dollars. There never seems to be enough for education, first responders, and infrastructure. But a vibrant, functional municipal pool and splash pad are major contributors to quality of life. Old memories and traditions don’t have to die. They just need an upgrade to stay afloat.
wrong to make that point. But does that work outside of Alabama? Let’s operate on the easy assumption that socialism is a bad system, and that at least a segment of the American political left is pushing it. Rather than trying to win an election by saying Democrats’ ideas are bad, Republicans need to offer their own ideas. It is easy for the loyal opposition out of power to point out what the party in power does poorly. That is why in late summer Democrats lead Republicans on the generic ballot nationally.
First, it will mean acknowledging the status quo is not acceptable, which is very difficult to do without coming across as anti-Donald Trump. A more effective contrast would be proactive. Concede that things could be better and explain how to fix them. It probably won’t win November, but it might limit some of the damage. At this point in American politics, Republicans calling Democrats “communists” and Democrats calling Republicans “fascists” isn’t groundbreaking. Those terms have been tossed around as pejoratives since
the end of World War II. It doesn’t move the needle. The public is desensitized. If those tactics were effective, the 2024 election would have turned out differently. No major American political figure was labeled a “fascist” as much as Donald Trump was in the lead-up to his election victory over Kamala Harris. If it didn’t work in the last presidential election, calling a slate of candidates who are nameless and faceless to everyone outside of where they are running “communists” or “socialists” won’t do the trick for Republicans, either.
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Local Meetings ● Trussville City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., City Council Annex ● Trussville Board of Education Meetings: 3rd Monday of each month at 5 p.m., TCS Central Office ● Clay City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. ● Pinson City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. ● Center Point City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, at 6:30 p.m. ● Argo City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 5 p.m. ● Springville City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m. ● Irondale City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. ● Leeds City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m. ● Moody City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF AIKEN South Carolina Department of Social Services, Plaintiff, vs Letahja Stephens Darwin Robertson Reginald Moore
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IN THE FAMILY COURT SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Case No. 26-DR-02-385
SUMMONS AND NOTICE
Defendants. IN THE INTEREST OF: Minor child born in 2010 Minor child born in 2015 Minor child born in 2016) Minor child born in 2018 TO: Reginald Moore: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Summons, Notice, and Petition for Central Registry Entry to in and to the minor children in this action, the original of which has been filed in the Aiken County Office of the Clerk of Court at 109 Park Ave., Aiken, SC 29801, on April 16, 2026, a copy of which will be delivered to you upon request; and to serve a copy of your answer to the complaint upon the attorney, Matthew Williamson, for the Plaintiff at 1410 Park Ave S.E P.O Drawer 1268 Aiken, SC 29802, within thirty (30) days following the date of service upon you, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the complaint within the time stated, the Plaintiff will apply for judgment by default against the Defendant for the relief demanded in the complaint. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that: (1) the Guardian ad litem (GAL) who is appointed by the court in this action to represent the best interests of the child will provide the family court with a written report that includes an evaluation and assessment of the issues brought before the court along with recommendations; (2) the GAL's written report will be available for review twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the hearing; (3) you may review the report at the GAL Program county office. S.C. DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES Legal Department SC Department of Social Services P.O. Drawer 1268 Aiken, South Carolina 29802
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John Frank Bowden
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John Frank Bowden Sr., age 75, passed away on August 12, 2026. He was a master crew member and flight engineer in the Army for over 33 years. He flew many missions on the sky crane and the chinook helicopters. He was also a family man and loved Logan Martin Lake. He lived on the lake for the last 26 years. Mr. Bowden is preceded in death by his parents, Mack Alfred Bowden and Dorothy Louise Crowe; brothers, Rocky and Steve Bowden. He is survived by his two sons, John (Kim) Bowden Jr. and Jason Mark Bowden; 8 grandchildren, Kayla (Houston) Woosley, Bailey (Katie) Bowden, Autumn Bowden, Colin Bowden, Tristen Bentley, Makenna Bentley, Conner Bowman, Seth Bowmen; 3 great grandchildren, Paisley West, Hudson Bowden, Ember Woosley; sister, Sandi (Stuart) Box; several nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.
Karen Ann James Lord
june 18, 1952 — august 7, 2026
milkshakes. She spent her fall Saturdays cutting thousands of lemons for the world-famous Toomer’s Corner Drug Store Lemonade. She loved knowing she was helping people make memories at Auburn Football games. She lived a life of service behind the scenes. She was a decades-long member of Foresters International. She was a dedicated member of First Baptist Trussville where she served any time the doors were open. She was a committed member of the adult choir in the alto section, handbells choir, flower/ decorating committee, and for years took monthly birthday cakes to the residence of the local nursing home. The position she loved the most was being the teacher of the Special Friends class, now known as Our Place, where she taught for 20+ years. She also loved music and the theater. She was a part of several productions over the years at the ACTA Theater in Trussville, with her last role as “Emma” in April of 2023 production of “Over the River and Through the Woods”. Her love for singing was evident in her participation in the Alabama Civic Chorale where she enjoyed singing Handel’s Messiah every year for over a decade. With the chorale she even had the chance to sing on stage in New York’s Carnegie Hall! Karen is proceeded in death by her parents, De (Charles) and Ann (Talma); her sister Kim and Niece Melissa (Kathy). Along with several loving family members and friends. Karen is survived by her loving husband, Bill, daughters Katherine, Cynthia, Jennifer, and their families (named above). Her sister Kathy and her family; husband Skip and daughter Michelle. Her sister Krista and her family; husband Dewey and daughters Deedee, Katie and their families. Her brother Kerry and many other family extended members that loved her.
William Jackson Bearden
january 3, 1950 — august 7, 2026
William (Bill) Jackson Bearden, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on August 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Karen James Lord passed in the early morning on August 7th leaving wonderful memories with her beloved family and friends. She had a selfless drive to help others behind the scenes, the knack to make new friends anywhere she was and the endearing ability to “talk the horns off a billy goat.” She was born on June 18, 1952, to Charles Delano James and Talma Ann Mitchell James in Sheffield, Alabama where she spent her early years. She was the older sister of four siblings. Katherine “Kathy” Tornquist (Skip), Krista Dillard (Dewey), Kerry “Bobo’” James and Kimberly “Kim” Kidd (Jim). She also lived her formative years in St. Louis Missouri where she graduated from Lindberg High school in 1970. Then she attended UNA for a couple of years and joined the workforce afterwards. On June 18, 1977, she married her loving husband of 49 years, William “Bill” Lord. They settled down in Trussville and made it their home for 45+ years. They welcomed their daughters, Katherine Ann in January 1982, Cynthia Kay in May of 1984 and Jennifer Marie in February of 1988. Through the years, their family grew through marriages and births. Katherine married Austin Young and they had one son Christopher William Young. Cynthia welcomed Joseph William Harding Jr., Maggie Elizabeth Harding and Mylez Benton Lord to the family. Jennifer married Jared Wanninger and they welcomed Ada Jane Wanninger and Anton James Wanninger. They have even welcomed two Great-grand kids through Maggie (Caleb), Kai Jaxon Halcome and Oaklynn Rayne Campbell. She worked for a few local companies and as an elder caretaker before retiring from APS after a 9-year career in 2018. Most will remember her nearly 8-year tenure as the Manager or the Soda Fountain at Haisten’s Drug store and Toomer’s Drug Store. She loved making customers happy with her welcoming smile, warm greetings and great
Bill loved his family deeply and never met a stranger. He will be remembered for his kind heart, generous spirit, sense of humor, and the many ways he touched the lives of those around him. His presence brought warmth and laughter to family gatherings, and his memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. William was also an avid Auburn Tigers fan…and he took that role seriously! Whether Auburn was winning, losing, or making everyone question their life choices, William remained a loyal fan. He could always find a reason to defend his Tigers, offer his opinion on the latest game, and remind everyone that “War Eagle!” was more than a cheer, it was a way of life. His Auburn pride was unwavering, and family and friends will certainly miss his game-day commentary, passionate opinions, and perhaps a few good-natured arguments about football. He leaves behind precious memories that will be forever cherished by his beloved wife, Brenda Menefee-Bearden; brother, Alan (Beth) Bearden; son, Benjamin (Crystal) Bearden; stepson, Mario (LaShon) Menefee; four grandsons, three granddaughters, and two great-grandsons, along with extended family and countless friends. Though his passing has brought tremendous sadness, Bill is now at peace and resting in the arms of Jesus. His life was a blessing, his memory a treasure, and his love will continue to live through the generations he leaves behind. Rest peacefully, Bill. You were deeply loved, you will be greatly missed, and your memory will forever live on. War Eagle!
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Tribuneland Friday Night Lights: The Massey Projections By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
TRUSSVILLE – It’s that time of the year again when Tribune Sports takes a look at Massey’s preseason regular-season projections and rankings for Tribuneland teams. A mathematical computer model produces the Massey Ratings. Years ago, Professor Kenneth Massey of Carson-Newman University created the model
to evaluate teams based on results and opponents’ strength. Massey’s college football ratings were even included in the computer rankings used by the old Bowl Championship Series. Massey relies on previous seasons to project each program’s strength. As the season advances, preseason assumptions and ratings matter less, and actual game outcomes influence the rankings more strongly.
That’s why the Massey rankings can change a lot during the first few weeks of a season. With the fine print out of the way, Tribuneland heads into the 2026 football season with two of Alabama’s highest-rated teams, according to Massey. The Clay-Chalkville Cougars and Hewitt-Trussville Huskies rank fifth and sixth in Alabama and are among the top 115 teams nationally according to
Massey’s modeling. Clay enters the season ranked number 105 nationally. Massey projects the Cougars to finish the regular season 7-3. Hewitt is right behind Clay at number 115 nationally. The Huskies are also projected to finish 7-3. Moody owns the best projected record among Tribuneland teams. The Blue Devils are ranked number 22 in Alabama and are projected to turn in a 10-0 regu-
lar season. The Pinson Valley Indians check in at number 44 in the state with a projected 7-3 record. The Leeds Green Wave are ranked number 68 and projected to finish 6-4. The Shades Valley Mounties are ranked number 111 in Alabama and projected to finish 8-2. The Center Point Eagles come in at number 154 with a projected 4-6 finish. The Springville Tigers
are ranked number 194 and projected to finish 3-7. Some notable opponents for Tribuneland teams are: Thompson, number 1 in the state, number 15 nationally. Central-Phenix City, number 2 in the state, 33 nationally. Auburn, number 3 in Alabama, number 78 nationally. Complete rankings can be found at masseyratings. com
UAB Medicine GT World Alabama Benefiting Teal Wings of Hope Returns to Barber Motorsports Park Bruno Event Team press release
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The countdown is on. In just 5 weeks, UAB Medicine GT World Alabama benefiting Teal Wings of Hope will return to Barber Motorsports Park for three days of world-class sports car racing, family entertainment and charitable impact, September 25-27, 2026. The annual event showcases SRO Motorsports America’s premier racing series, featuring GT World Challenge America powered by AWS, GT America
powered by AWS, Toyota GR Cup North America, Pirelli GT4 America and TC America powered by Skip Barber. Fans will experience thrilling on-track action from some of the world’s most recognizable manufacturers, including Acura, Aston Martin, BMW, Chevrolet, Ferrari, Ford, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, Toyota and more. “With just 50 days to go, we’re excited to welcome fans back to Barber Motorsports Park for one of the most action-packed weekends of the year,” said George Dennis, President of ZOOM Motorsports.
“From incredible racing and unmatched fan access to family-friendly activities and the opportunity to support an outstanding cause, UAB Medicine GT World Alabama delivers a one-ofa-kind experience for motorsports fans of all ages.” Beyond the racing, fans can enjoy free garage access, autograph sessions, the popular Sunday Grid Walk, the Piggly Wiggly Fan Zone, Kids Zone, food trucks, vendors, merchan-
dise and the Birmingham Car Festival presented by Corsa Crew. Children 15 and under receive free admission with a ticketed adult. Race weekend also includes A Night of a Thousand Wings Benefit Dinner & Live Auction on Friday, September 25, at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. Following a cocktail reception, guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening celebrating hope,
community, and philanthropy while raising critical funds to advance ovarian cancer awareness, early detection research, treatment innovation, and patient care through Teal Wings of Hope. “We are grateful to be a part of this endeavor again this year,” said Warner Huh, M.D., chair of the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. “Our partnership with the community motivates us to continue our work in the fight against ovarian and gynecological cancers and providing high-quality
care to all individuals in Alabama.” A portion of every ticket sold benefits Teal Wings of Hope, a Birmingham-based organization dedicated to raising awareness, advancing research and supporting care for ovarian and gynecologic cancers through its partnership with UAB’s Gynecology/Oncology program. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets now and begin making plans for one of the Southeast’s premier motorsports weekends. For tickets and additional event information, visit barberracingevents.com.
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The Freedom 250: From Executive Order to Green Flag By John Goolsby, Motorsports Editor
WASHINGTON – When the green flag waves to start the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., next Sunday, it will mark the culmination of one of the fastest and most complex event setups in INDYCAR history. What normally takes years to plan has been accomplished in months. The Freedom 250 was officially announced on Jan. 30 after President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to collaborate with INDYCAR and Penske Entertainment to hold a race through the nation’s capital as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration. Less than seven months later, INDYCAR cars will race through the streets of
Washington in front of an expected crowd of approximately 140,000 spectators per day. Bud Denker, president of Penske Corporation and chairman of the Freedom 250, has played a key role. Denker noted that street races in Detroit and Arlington had roughly two years to organize, while Washington was essentially built in just six months. That compressed timeline has required coordination among Penske Entertainment, federal and local government agencies, law enforcement, transportation officials, museums, businesses, residents, and numerous other organizations affected by the transformation of some of Washington’s most recognizable streets into a temporary racing circuit. The permitting process alone reportedly includes around 1,000 pages of pa-
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perwork. The original vision also encountered a significant obstacle. Early plans considered racing around the U.S. Capitol grounds, but congressional approval and restrictions on commercial activity on Capitol property made that proposal more complicated. Denker has said he eventually contacted Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and told him the necessary congressional votes weren’t there to make the Capitol Grounds route happen. Organizers went back to work and redesigned the course. The new 1.7-mile, seven-turn circuit was revealed on March 9 and positions the INDYCAR in one of the most iconic settings in American motorsports history. Building it has required much more than placing concrete barriers along city streets. Approximately 220 manhole covers must be welded down, dozens of areas require additional smoothing, pavement has been resurfaced, and miles of temporary barriers and fencing must be installed. Much of the construction has been performed overnight in an effort to limit disruption to Washington. Organizers initially
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planned for approximately 100,000 general-admission spectators per day. Demand was considerably greater. Approximately 288,000 requests were submitted in just nine days for the available free general-admission tickets. Recent projections indicated about 140,000 people daily, with around 70,000 inside the circuit. Including team members, credentialed staff, hospitality guests, and government visitors, the Freedom 250 ranks among the biggest events on the INDYCAR calendar. Handling such a large group of people in downtown Washington would typically be difficult. Doing this amid a race in one of the world’s most security-sensitive areas introduces an entirely new challenge. The security operation is expected to involve the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, U.S. Park Police and Metropolitan Police Department, along with other fed-
eral and local agencies. Spectators should anticipate designated access points, security checks, tall fencing and barriers, and limitations on items allowed in secured zones. In a rare move, flight operations at nearby Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport are expected to pause for about three hours on race day, from 10:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Transportation throughout the city will also be affected, with road closures and changes to Metro and bus operations required to accommodate the circuit and enormous influx of spectators. Although organizers have spent months managing the event’s logistical hurdles, the drivers are gearing up for a once-in-alifetime experience. Team Penske’s David Malukas got an early taste of the event’s significance when he joined four-time champion Alex Palou and 2026 Indy 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist for a July visit to the White House. Malukas participated in a pit-stop demonstration outside the West Wing before the drivers toured the White House and helped promote the upcoming race. “Incredible day and one I’ll never forget,” Malukas
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said. “I think, for all the drivers, this is going to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience to celebrate America’s 250th, and I can’t think of any better way to do it than here in Washington, D.C., at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.” Palou, Rosenqvist, and Malukas also talked about the difficulties of racing on a brand-new street circuit, where teams lack years of prior race data and drivers have no previous INDYCAR experience on the track. Driver Sting Ray Robb showed similar excitement after representing INDYCAR at the White House Easter Egg Roll in April. “The drivers are really looking forward to this race,” Robb said, “and it’s going to provide a once-ina-lifetime memory for everyone involved.” Street racing is common in the series. Long Beach has been a fixture in INDYCAR for decades, and Penske Entertainment has extensive experience running the Detroit Grand Prix. Unlike well-known street circuits like St. Pete, where teams have extensive setup data and drivers know every bump, braking zone, and passing point, Washington is essentially a blank slate. The first practice laps will provide the first real indication of how the circuit races. The result will be unlike anything INDYCAR has tried before. The mix of the National Mall, federal property, security needs, transportation issues, huge expected crowds, and a very tight planning schedule has made the Freedom 250 one of the most ambitious projects in modern INDYCAR history.
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