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placed in custody Thursday, By Nathan Prewett, July 31, and charged with For the Tribune electronic solicitation of a child, according to the MorAla. – The City ganLEEDS, County Sheriff’s Office. of The Leedssheriff’s has announced office saida series of paving projects that 35-year-old Andrew Mitchel will address 20 full followor parRollins was arrested tial streets in Leeds starting ing a two-year undercover this week. child exploitation operation. The $1,128,995 According to theinvestsherment office, will use over 7began tons iff’s Rollins See IRONDALE, REPAVING, Page 4 3 See
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BIRMINGHAM, dealership Ala. – UAB Medicine recently By Chrisa Basinger, opened new family medNewsclinic Editoron the UAB St. icine Vincent’s East campus in BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – efforts to expand primary It has access been a eastern year of firsts care Birfor Dobbs Ford as new mingham. owners andMedicine Rachel UAB Joey Family Goshein recentlyoncelebrated East is located the first their first year managing floor of the 48asBuilding at partners and asPark members of 48 Medical Dr. E., See DOBBS 3 SeeFORD, UAB, Page 4
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Trussville Irondale honors After prolonged political lecture Council Trussville surprises Jaime longtime recognizes public works from Mayor Thomas, Springville Presidential director Frank Anderson with proclamation Award recipient Pennington Council approves pay raise for police Melanie Dimler honoring Air Force career
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SPRINGVILLE, Ala. – TheTRUSSVILLE, Springville CityAla. Coun-– cil a detourmundanity Monday Thetook professional night before itCity returned to of a Trussville Council unfinished business held meeting became a surprise over from the Feb. 17 meetcelebration Thursday night ing. After anPresident extendedJaime work for Council session and a short break, Melton Anderson after bethe meeting began ing March honored3 for her service around 6:45 as a U.S. Airp.m. Force Reserve As the colonel. meeting got unlieutenant derway, councilworkapDuringthe the agenda proved the minutes from shop, Councilor Jim Miller the last Anderson meeting in to February. asked add a Mayor Dave toThomas moproclamation the agenda. tioned for themtotoAnderson, reconsidUnbeknownst er the minutes it was about her.noting membersWhen motioned to adjourn Anderson asked before what itconducting was about,business Miller on the agenda that identified it as without recognizing motion beingColonel recognized. “Lieutenant Jaime Thomas then proceeded Melton Anderson, United to deliver dissertation, as States Aira Force Reserve he called it, for the next 55 Retired.” minutes, cross-referencing Realizing the proclamapolitical history, tion was about her,addressing Anderson recent quotquicklyeditorials, questionedand the move. ing “What Teddy Roosevelt, Jesus, is this proclamaand along theskepway. tion Socrates about?” she asked Although not technically a tically. filibuster, lecture was de“You the have to vote for signed the in meetthe billtotoprolong see what’s the ing allowing Thomas air middle,” Miller joked, to the his displeasure at the lack of laughter of the audience.
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 Mayor Dave Thomas delivers a lengthy dissertation to members procedural process used to of the city council. (Terry Schrimscher/Trussville Tribune) reduce the need for discussion and lengthy meetings. (left to right) Councilor Kimberly Farr, Keith Anderson, former Mayor Eugene "Gene" focusMelton, on city Council business. said. “The After re-introducing parPresident ter,” Jaime Thomas Melton Anderson, Allison Anderson, Ethan Anderson, At one point, Thomas example theyCouncilor set by refusliamentary rules toJim the Miller. meetBrian Jackson, Councilor challenged members of the ing to adjust salaries wasn’t ing process, Thomas led the council to Iraise their hands their afaux “Well, appreciate that, about Miller, U.S.martyrdom, Army vet- council her with through us for so new long.”busiif they agreedbut never the“Retiring greater ness“Iwhich involved Councilor, thisagain is toa sacrificing eran himself,forsaid, just wanted to acceptake a leave meeting before the good,” he added. of bids fortime a newtosewhighlyaquestionable proclafrom the military is a big tance moment of our recconclusion of business. No deal. “The example they set er project need mation,” Anderson quipped There’s so many hours ognize her which for her will service to hands raised. on Along way, was that if you make an further actionMiller for financial back, riding the the leftover and time—no matter whethour country,” said. he said the council’s lack of error it can’t be corrected. The councilrecogalso laughter. er you’re spending it on re- decisions. The proclamation leadership salaries neared would That the error becomes the city’s As the onmeeting serve time, in guard time, ora renewed nized Anderson as agarbage Trussbe a burden on the city. he time—that said. “But now with conclusion, Miller present- mistake,” active duty you collection ville native, acontract 1994 graduate council No. had 2026every the to actaway has closed Management. High ed “The Proclamation havewindow to spend from Waste of Hewitt-Trussville opportunity to redress the as of last Wednesday, shack- School, Itemsand from the Febru21, recognizing Anderson’s your family.” a 1998 graduerror but chose otherwise, the next agenda were States addressed retirement after 32 years of lingMiller saidadministration he requested ary ate of the United Air wanting move on, showthe consequences of individually. The purchase service totothe United States with the proclamation to recogForce Academy. ing their frustration and Rethe their actions,” he said. Air Force and Air Force nize Anderson and her fameffectiveness of the filibus- ily Speaking to The serve. as well, “who hasTribune shared See SPRINGVILLE, See JAIME, Page 2 4
IRONDALE, Ala. – IronBy Chris dale MayorBasinger, James Stewart Jr. News Editor read a proclamation Wednesday, July 29, at the Irondale TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – Public Library declaring The Trussville CityasCouncil March 2, 2027, Frank passed a proclamation during Pennington Day to honor the Tuesday night’s city’s longtime Publicmeeting Works honoringFrank Hewitt-Trussville Director Pennington. High School “ I’ll savePhysics theseteacher tears Melanie Dimler. for my next presentation,”
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Kay Ivey honors Human bones son of ALEA found by officer who local dog are passed away connected, from cancer coroner says
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High School freshmen Trussville manslaughter Foxhound Bee Company Clay Council passes Leeds take action addressgrand rising case movestotoward to bee-gin outsideconstruction agencies school shootings on new education center jury after hearing waived funding policy announced that the city has received a limited right of CLAY, Ala. – The Clay entry from Alabama Power City Council has passed a to begin clearing a trail of a policy monitoring how outdowned tree in Wear Cemside agencies spend their etery. This is set to be done approved appropriations early next week, she said. several months after Mayor She also announced that Jane Anderton introduced it Second Saturday Cleanup in April. will be held on Aug. 8 at 8 The policy has been a.m. at Chalkville Elemenmodified since its introductary School. Volunteers are tion and establishes that invited to attend the event. agencies that are outside of “Those families [at city operations such as the the school] are part of our Jefferson County Board of son and Councilor Carla feeder pattern,” she said. Education are to report their Youngblood were absent. “Chalkville Elementary is spending actions after being During council member not in our city limits, theregiven funding.A concept of the new reports Councilor Jody fore we are limited on what education center in HarIrondale. (Foxhound Bee Company) Anderton has maintained ris shared the statistics from we can do for them conBy Chris Basinger, in the coming County weeks, which opened on Saturday. that its purpose is to ensure the Jefferson Sher- cerning finances but we can News she Editor will serve an expansion “Whenspend looking for a what has described as iff’s Office.asThere were 52 certainly our blood, from last its current location in sweat place to newclean beeaccountability from these calls week, an estimatandbuild tearsour to help Hardware keeping store, we continued IRONDALE, – Bee ed agencies. It alsoAla. provided eight toPark. 10 more than the up their campus.” addition to In hearother comments will appropriasoon be pastInfew aenthusiasts way to handle weeks,toheeducationsaid. businessabout the how Irondale was doing STEM council: swarming to Irondale to vistions at once instead of one al opportunities Eight wereand burglar programming, things,” founder it aa new educa- alarms at time,beekeeping though Councilor but all the were center false great • Held the firstsaid reading for will toalso sell a range of Adam Hickman. prohibiting tion center designedcriticized to teach due Nathan Thompson malfunctioning alarm an ordinance products sourced from bees, “Everyone on on thepublic projstudents community it as posingand a potential issue systems. He advised resencampments including honey andalarms bees- ect property, seemed to speak highly members the world of idents with how about they are reported with these wax, as well as supplies for of• Approved working withan Irondale pollinators. to the council. systems to ensure that they alcobeekeepers. leadership. Birmingham-based Fox- are A copy of the resolution working properly. There andholitslicense transfer So, at It eight will traffic be built across we approached hound is pre- were can be Bee seenCompany here. stops and when Chalkville Quick Stop,the from thecalls. all-new Ruffner paring break was ground on medical The topolicy unaniwhich BEES, Page 4 3 the 5,000approved. square footThompfacility Sports mously In herComplex, report Anderton See See COUNCIL, Nathan Prewett
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TRUSSVILLE, Ala. LEEDS,on Ala. Over – Going five –months the past school after the 25 fatalyears, shooting of shootings inAuburn the United 22-year-old UniStates have surged to alarmversity student Whitney ing levels, with ainreported Harlow Robeson Truss574 the incidents occurring ville, manslaughter case between the 2000 and 2025, against homeowner is accordingtoward to data from moving a possible Statista.byThree review grandLeeds jury. High School freshmen, Amelia 55-year-old Jeffrey Scott Davis, Madilynn Johnson, Towers, of Trussville, is and Beatrice McCormick, charged with reckless manmembers of Leeds High slaughter in the connection to School Chapter Future Robeson’s March of 7 death. Career Community Leaders Robeson, of Henrico, of America are Virginia, was(FCCLA), shot inside determined to on address this Towers’ home the 7700 pressing their block of issue Deer through Trail. Trussstate conference project. ville Police Department The young leaders have officers responded around not p.m. only after compiled criti9:30 receiving recal statistics but suffering are also ports of a person working with local officials from a gunshot wound. andRobeson educatorswasto taken promote to strongerSt. safety measures UAB Vincent’s East in schools.where Theirshe project, Hospital, sucwhich will be presented at cumbed to her injuries and the FCCLA state dead conferwas pronounced at ence inp.m. March, aims to raise 10:49 awareness about the filed devRoberson’s parents impact school aastating wrongful death of lawsuit in shootings and Robeson propose was acMay, claiming tionableTower’s changeshome to improve visiting when safety protocols in Alabama Towers began showing her
for Aug. 5 in the Jefferson County District Court. In a statement on Thursday, defense attorney John Amari said the defense has waived the hearing. “We’re not going to be in court on August 5,” Amari said. “The preliminary hearing is waived, and the case will now be presented to the grand jury.” The case is assigned to Jefferson Madilynn County Johnson, District Pictured: Beatrice McCormick, Court Judge Tanita Cain. and Amelia Davis. Jeffery Scott Towers, 55, of Trussville, is charged with According to Amari, if an schools. sentiment, is emphasizing the returned, Towmanslaughter in the shooting indictment Current federal Robeson require- ers’ emotional and psychologinext court appearance death of Whitney ments mandate that Virginia. schools would cal toll that school shootings likely be in circuit of Henrico, perform lockdown or in- court. take on students and their truder Alabama, “You shouldn’t A preliminary hearing and his drills; son a in collection of families. public schools required have to worry distinct from about a trialbeing as it antique firearmsare in the attic. is to conduct two suchTowers drills is scared when you’re just trya district court proceedPer the complaint, per semester. Da- ing where to learn,” Johnson must said. prosecutors was handling However, a .22 caliber vis believes these “We need to make sure probable cause thatthat an revolver when themeasures firearm show are insufficient and is ad- offense every school feelsand safeargue and occurred discharged, striking Robevocating more frequent that readytheto defendant handle anything should son in thefor chest. andJefferson comprehensive that couldthrough happen.” the crimiCounty drills. Chief continue “When people’s on nal McCormick highlightprocess. Deputy Coronerlives Bill are Yates the line, confirmed we can’t just the ed “It’s the importance turna probableof cause initially thedo death bare Davis said. ing awareness Amariinto said.action. “It’s as a minimum,” homicide. Towers was hearing,” “Schools should takeand intrud“School shootings areassuch as high a burden bearrested May 11 re- not er drillsonasa seriously as they yond a huge problem, doubt.” and we a reasonable leased $30,000 bond. do fire or tornado drills.” A preliminary hearing echoed this See STUDENTS, 3 See JEFFERY, Page 4 hadJohnson initially been scheduled
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Communities Shouldn’t Pay the Price for a Railroad Merger Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville)
Ask anyone in Trussville what a blocked railroad crossing means, and you won’t hear about freight efficiency or national logistics. You’ll hear about missed school pickups, delayed commutes, businesses cut off from customers and, most importantly, the fear that an ambulance or fire truck could lose precious minutes trying to reach someone in need. Those same concerns are shared in communities all across the state of Alabama. That is why the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern deserves far more than a discussion about corporate efficiencies. The Surface Transportation Board is not charged with deciding whether this merger benefits two railroad companies. Rather, its responsibility is to determine whether the merger serves the public interest. For Alabama communities, that determination should begin with a focus on public safety. Railroads are indispensable to our state’s economy. They move the raw materials, manufactured goods and agricultural products that support thousands of Alabama jobs. We should welcome a strong freight network. But we should also expect that economic progress doesn’t come at the expense of the communities through which those trains travel every day. Trussville already lives with the consequences of heavy rail traffic because of its proximity to a major Norfolk Southern rail yard. Residents regularly encounter blocked crossings that disrupt daily life and complicate emergency response.
Trussville Mayor Ben Short has rightly argued that these are not merely transportation inconveniences, they are public safety concerns. The data reinforces those concerns. According to Federal Railroad Administration blocked-crossing reports, the Chalkville Road crossing, which carries more than 13,000 vehicles each day, has been the subject of more than 40 blocked-crossing reports since 2022. Those reported incidents amount to an average of roughly four hours of blockage time per month, disrupting traffic along one of Trussville’s busiest corridors. Now federal regulators are considering a transaction that, according to the railroads’ own filings, would
increase both train traffic and freight tonnage moving through this corridor. Supporters argue those increases are relatively small. But anyone who has sat at a railroad crossing knows that a few additional trains moving through an already congested corridor can mean longer waits, more unpredictable traffic and additional pressure on emergency responders, local businesses and commuters in general. Mayor Short has asked for something entirely reasonable: if the railroads want approval for a merger that could increase local impacts, they should make binding commitments to reduce them. That means the railroads should invest
in grade separations, bridges, sidings and other infrastructure improvements before, not years after, the transaction is approved. Local communities, including Trussville, should not be expected to absorb the costs of decisions made in corporate boardrooms to create value for shareholders. This is not about opposing railroads. It is about accountability. Alabama is fortunate to have extensive railroad infrastructure and we recognize that railways are essential to keeping our economy moving. But infrastructure works best when it serves both commerce and the people who live alongside it. The Surface Transportation Board should not settle for promises that local concerns will be addressed someday in the future. It should require enforceable commitments that protect public safety and create value for local communities from day one. Once a merger of this size is approved, impacted stakeholders have far less leverage to secure the improvements they need. The public interest includes more than faster freight routes. It includes the parent trying to pick up a child from school, the small business owner waiting for customers and the paramedic racing to save a life. I represent those voices which deserve to be heard alongside those of the railroads. If Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern want the benefits of a larger national rail system, they should also accept responsibility for the local communities that make that system work. Until they do, federal regulators should insist on real infrastructure commitments – not simply good intentions.
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Former Birmingham officer arrested for child sex crimes BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – A former officer with the Birmingham Police Department was arrested in connection to sex crimes involving a child, according to the BPD. Gregory Thompson, 38, was taken into custody Thursday and charged with 1st degree rape, traveling to meet a child for an unlawful sex act and 1st degree sexual abuse. He is being held in the Jefferson County Jail with no bond. According to the BPD,
the investigation was the result of allegations that reportedly occurred while Thompson was still employed with the BPD. The incident reportedly occurred in 2026 within the jurisdiction of Jefferson County. The investigation was conducted by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Thompson’s employment with the BPD began in 2018. He resigned from the department prior to his arrest. According to the BPD,
the department will continue cooperating fully with the JCSO as the case continues. BPD Chief Michael Pickett issued the following statement: “As Chief, I am committed not only to holding individuals accountable but also to continually evaluating our training, supervision, early intervention systems, and employee wellness programs to identify opportunities to strengthen our organization and reduce the
risk of misconduct. While no process can eliminate every individual’s poor de-
cision or lapse in judgment, we have a responsibility to continuously improve and to hold ourselves to the highest professional standards. This year, I, along with my executive leadership team, have been focused on enhancing protocols for reinforcing mandatory reporting requirements, making clear that every employee has an obligation to report criminal or unethical conduct. These efforts aim to ensure patterns of misconduct,
complaints, or behavioral concerns are identified as early as possible. As we continue to turn up the heat on criminals in our city, we will also continue police ourselves with that same energy and effort. Making swift arrest with thorough investigations. The trust of this community is earned every day through our actions, not our words. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and serving the people of Birmingham.”
DOJ announces ‘unprecedented’ fraud enforcement actions in Southeast
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Department of Justice has announced “unprecedented” enforcement actions across the Southeast in a statement from the U.S. Attorney Office for the Northern District of Alabama that mentioned a Birmingham tax preparer who was recently charged with fraud. According to the state-
ment Michael Shine from the Birmingham-based Shine’s Professional Services is accused of filing or causing to be filed “thousands” of tax returns that falsely claim green energy tax credits that were “baseless and fraudulent”. The alleged scheme resulted in more than $65 million in loss.
“We are committed in our State to continue doing what it takes to combat fraud,” said U.S. Attorney Phillip W. Williams Jr. “The Northern District of Alabama will continue this fight because it is a fight worth having. My sincere thanks to the Assistant U.S. Attorneys who pursued this case with our partners at the IRS,
and I appreciate the fact that we have a national task force dedicated to fight fraud.” The case was investigated by IRS Criminal-Investigations. It is reportedly the third largest tax fraud case “in years,” said the statement. It was announced that the National Fraud Enforcement Division (NFED) will facil-
itate federal-state cooperation agreements with a number of states to strengthen efforts against fraud. A roundtable was held that featured 18 U.S. Attorneys Offices, seven State Attorneys General Offices, five federal law enforcement partners, and more than 50 state officials. During the roundtable Alabama Sec-
retary of State Wes Allen signed a Memorandum of Intent to partner with the NFED. According to the statement the NFED is under the direction of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and the administration of President Donald Trump in what was described as an effort to curb fraud incidents.
Skeletal remains found in Birmingham identified as man missing since 2024 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Skeletal remains found earlier this year in Birmingham have been confirmed to be that of 68-year-old Jesee Strong, a man who has been missing since 2024 according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.
The remains were initially discovered by citizens on April 22 on the 200 block of 6th Avenue North, near several overgrown empty lots and vacant residential structures. The remains consisted of a skull and two long bones.
Investigators searched the area with a cadaver dog but found no additional evidence or clear point of origin was found at that time. According to the coroner’s office, authorities believe the remains may have been brought there by dogs
wandering the area. Additional searches were conducted on April 24 of nearby vacant lots and structures, which led to investigators discovering more skeletal remains inside an empty duplex at 125 6th Avenue North.
The coroner’s office later confirmed that the remains found on April 22 and April 24 belonged to the same individual. Strong was identified Monday, Aug 3, through a DNA analysis of the remains.
According to the coroner’s office, Strong had been missing from Birmingham’s West End area since 2024. His cause of death remains undetermined. The Birmingham Police Department is investigating the case.
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UAB begins offering new master’s degree in college athletics administration BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A new master’s degree program will launch at UAB this fall for students interested in careers in college athletics administration. The Higher Education Intercollegiate Athletics Administration program is designed for students who want to become administrators in college athletics. “We know that there is a demand out there for individuals who both understand leadership, administration, governance and all of these pieces of higher education as well as the business side of college athletics,” said program director Mary Ann Bodine Al-Sharif. UAB says this degree program will be tailored for behind-the scenes work. “Advisors who are working with athletes. Those who are working in student development for athletes, really recognizing the support system they need behind the scenes while they’re in
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Miller paused to note the prestige of that last achievement. “That’s a big deal, too,” Miller said. “It’s very difficult for a person to get accepted to any of the academies, and then to graduate from one of the top academies that we have.” Anderson served both active duty and the Air Force Reserve roles, with assignments connected to U.S.
college,” she said. “We’re looking at individuals who are going to work with risk management, administrators who will be working over athletic departments, as well as directors of athletics, those who do the business side of the work content.” This program is unique not just in Alabama but across the nation. “There are several sports management programs in Alabama and programs that focus on the business of athletics and coaching. But there are not any programs that integrate higher education administration along with sports administration,”
Indo-Pacific Command, the Pentagon, and NATO. The proclamation states that Anderson’s life and career reflect “duty, integrity, sacrifice, and a deep commitment to country, community, and the next generation of leaders.” “Thank you, Council Miller. That was very kind,” Anderson said. “I really appreciate it. And thanks to my family for being here.” “Y’all take a picture with me?” she asked, before joking, “Don’t I wish I’d
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Stewart said, “but if you all would just … we’re here to celebrate one of our wonderful employees that’s given the city over 24 years, 10 months.” Pennington began his service for Irondale on May 6, 2002, and is set to conclude his service March 1, 2027, after 24 years and 10 months with the city, according to the proclamation. During his tenure, Pennington was entrusted with leading the Department of Public Works in 2015, a role he has served ever since. Stewart credited Pennington with helping over-
see work tied to several major developments across the city, including the $11 million Ruffner Park Sports Complex, and the city’s $1 million dog park. The proclamation not-
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cancer on July 23. He was the son of ALEA’s State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) Captain Jason Roberts and his wife Brittney. “Alabama is remembering Will as a brave young man whose courage inspired us all,” Ivey said. “God has called him home, where he is healed and with our Savior. I am proud to honor his life well-lived by officially proclaiming Will Roberts Day in the state of Alabama. He inspired me, and he inspired us all.” Will lived with the cancer for more than a year and a half. He received a wide range of donations to undergo experimental treatment in California. Support for his treatment was widespread, including from the administration of President Donald Trump, the statement said. “Will was a light to everyone around him. Despite his difficult journey, he could always find a reason to smile or encourage someone else,” it read. “His journey united many in prayer,
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Suite 154, Birmingham, AL 35235. The clinic serves patients of all ages, offering preventative care, health screenings, regular checkups, women’s health services, flu shots, immunizations, and minor injury care. Patient care will be provided by Jennifer Prince Kingsley, M.D., Rachel Powers, D.O., and Morvarid Sanadaji, M.D. UAB Medicine said the clinic is part of its expanding network of primary
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A 25-year-old Birmingham man has been charged in the deaths of Eric Ashley, Jr., Akira Berry, and Landon Brooks, who were shot and killed while driving last summer. Jacorrian McGregor, 25, has been charged with capital murder (two or more persons) and is being held in the Jefferson County Jail with no bond. On July 13, 2024, Ashley (28), Berry (28), and Brooks (5) were shot in their car in the 1700 block of Indian
of Center Point. Officers found the vehicle with multiple bullet holes in the side of it wrecked in the front yard of residence. All three victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Police believed it was a targeted shooting and that the suspect fled the scene in a vehicle. Following an investigation, BPD’s BPD’s Crime Reduction Team partnered with the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force and the State of Alabama
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following a DNA analysis of the bones, though authorities still do not know the identity of who they belonged to. The coroner’s office has faith and community. He exreported that multiple missemplified true bravery in the ing person cases have been midst of suffering, andanalhis ruled out by the DNA life is a testament to every ysis as the identity of the child in the state of Alabama remains. andThe the nation batskull who was has discovtled cancer.” ered by a homeowner on passedofinthethe mornthe He shoulder roadway ing mother’s birthday, nextoftohishis residence near who was block quoted the 1300 of as 5thsaying Place NW on Aug. 20, 2024. Investigators believe the skull was moved from its original location, which remains unknown, to the property by the homeowner’s dog. The coroner’s office per-
that he “is finally ringing his forever cancer-free bell.” Ivey called him an inspiration to thousands of people and leaves behind a memorable legacy. The proclamation declares Aug. 1 to be Will Roberts Day. His funeral was held on the same day. formed an autopsy on the skull and determined that the victim had been shot. The same dog found the second bone, a left tibia, on Dec. 12, 2024.
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Letter to the editor: Advances in pancreatic cancer testing brings hope Dear Editor,
September 7, 2015, is a day I will never forget. It’s the day I lost my mother to pancreatic cancer. Over the last 11 years I have met entirely too many people who’ve suffered the same loss because of this horrible disease. Each seem too familiar “the diagnosis was late” or “the cancer had progressed.” These are
words no family wants to hear. Luckily, advances in testing are bringing hope. At a recent conference by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, a new treatment was announced that doubled survival times for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer. The news was both exciting and bittersweet to me. I wish I was given more time with my
mother but with new treatments options I makes me feel like her passing was not in vain. New treatments aren’t created just because we want them to be. We need dedicated researchers, major investments and policies that encourage innovation. This is something Congress and the administration must remember as they consider policies that have the poten-
tial to undermine research and the development of new treatments. I hope the next new treatment is already in the works. It’s too late for my family, but I am holding out hope that the next generation of pancreatic cancer patients will have better options and better outcomes than we did with my mom. Chantel Perdue Grayson Valley
Birmingham approves $45 million investment in career center and school projects BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Birmingham City Council has approved a $45 million investment at the recommendation of Mayor Randall Woodfin designed to prepare students for high-demand careers and upgrades to school facilities. Over $40 million was dedicated to constructing the Future Ready Career and Innovation Center at the former Arthur School location. The center will pro-
vide hands-on training and credentials in certain industries, with a focus on health sciences, such as nursing, physical therapy, patient care, medical assistance, radiologic technology, and sterile processing. Later phases are expected to add additional programs in cybersecurity, information technology, automotive services, commercial driving, accounting, aviation, public safety, and
advanced manufacturing and education. An additional $4.1 million in funding is also dedicated to renovating basketball courts at elementary and middle schools in Birmingham, $1 million for the Junior Achievement Economic Education Center, and $60,000 for renovating the playground at the James Rushton Early Learning Center. The Junior Achievement
Economic Education Center will teach sixth and eighth grade students about personal finance, business management, civic leadership, and entrepreneurship. About 3,200 Birmingham City Schools students are expected to participate every year, according to the city. “This is one of the most significant investments we’ve made in the future of Birmingham’s children and our city’s economy,”
Woodfin said. “We’re creating real pathways from the classroom to high-demand careers while strengthening the schools and spaces where our students learn, grow and thrive.” The investment is designed to support BCS’ objective of helping graduates achieve at least one of its “Four Es”: college enrollment, military enlistment, entrepreneurship, or highwage employment.
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Is there ever enough money for education? Jeff Poor
So, you want a lottery? It sounds reasonable. Aside from the idea that people should be able to do what they want with the money that they earned, and they should, proponents argue that legalizing this aspect of gambling will generate untold funds for our ailing K-12 education in Alabama. But can there ever be enough money for education? In Alabama, we spend nearly three times as much on education as on everything else combined. Granted, education spending includes higher education, prison education and some other things that can be narrowly defined as education. However, the bulk of these funds are spent at the K-12 level. Things seem to have improved in recent years. The legislature enacted the socalled Literacy Act, which mandates reading requirements for third graders. It is based on the notion that from first through third grade, you learn to read. From fourth grade and beyond, you read to learn. If you are unable to read at a third-grade level, learning subject matter from the fourth-grade forward is difficult. The law requires students to read at a third-grade level to advance to fourth grade or be held back in
third grade. Of course, such a requirement, viewed as stringent by the education bureaucracy, has necessitated additional state funding and the employment of reading coaches to supplement whatever curriculum public school students were offered. Getting to that point was not easy. Since the passage of the Literacy Act in 2019, the teachers’ union, its allies and administrators within the public education bureaucracy have been using stallball tactics to delay its implementation. The retention component was postponed twice after claims that the COVID pandemic had prevented some third graders from reading at their grade level. Instead of going into effect in 2021, it was postponed until the 2023-24 school year. Additionally, the State Board of Education carved out exemptions for “hardships” for grade-level reading requirements. At the time, the hope was that the law would provide transparency and expose deficiencies within Alabama’s K-12 public education system. While the state teachers’ union, the Alabama Education Association, does not have nearly the clout it had in Montgomery decades earlier, it still makes possible a teacher-centric education system that sometimes trumps the interests of par-
ents and students. Whatever the problem and corresponding solution for Alabama’s education system might be, the AEA has historically touted solutions that tend to favor public school teachers and other school employees as the fix, usually with a higher price tag assigned to it. One has to wonder where that long-time Montgomery stalwart will land on the gambling discussion. Many unknowns lie ahead in this arena. In her nearly 10 years in office, Gov. Kay Ivey has regularly backed teacher pay raises. The goal, as stated, was
to make Alabama’s teacher salaries competitive with other states. Will a Governor Tuberville follow suit if elected? Gambling is coming, and it will still be a heavy lift to be a reality. Regardless of who is governor in 2027, it would not be unreasonable to expect the education bureaucracy under the banner of the AEA to have a seat at the table. Yes, the concept of an “education” lottery sounds enticing. Beware of what will be defined as “education” when the details are offered for what is deemed to be an acceptable expen-
diture for this new revenue. Still, is more money the answer to the state’s education woes? One area that should be fair game in this discussion is the more-than $1.6 billion for Alabama’s colleges and universities, including the portion for Alabama’s two flagship universities, the University of Alabama and Auburn University. As heading south for higher learning has become en vogue, Alabama and Auburn have become more popular for out-of-state students. Those two schools seem to have put a premium on
out-of-state enrollment. At Alabama, 42.3% of the enrollment is legal Alabama residents. The other 57.7% come from elsewhere in the United States and 95 foreign countries. Auburn is slightly better, with 56.7% enrollment from Alabama and 43.3% from elsewhere. Other schools around the state have better in-stateto-out-of-state enrollment ratios. However, the two top flagship universities are burning through state tax dollars and other resources to educate out-of-state students. In other words, our education trust fund budget dollars are being put toward bolstering a system that, as of late, is designed for students from other states. Another facet of education spending to consider is the State of Alabama’s emphasis on technology. Even Tuberville has touted the use of artificial intelligence as a resource for public education. Is that what people want? Is that what we need to improve education? That debate has the makings of a debate along the lines of the Common Core discussion. Don’t be surprised if that is a line item in the next budget. There will always be some needs to be considered, especially in this technological age, but as these needs arise, when will it finally be enough, if ever?
So there I was, meticulously deciding which fancy new model to buy, calculating how many grandchildren I would have to sell off to pay for it. But then, something happened. Something unexpected. I went to our daughter’s house for a recent visit. When I asked where my son-in-law was, she told me he was watching a golf tournament in the basement. So I strolled down the stairs to say hello. That’s when it happened. That’s when I saw it. My eyes grew as wide as half dollars. Saliva began to run down the corner of my mouth. I got chills from top to bottom. You see, my sonin-law had purchased…..a projector!! Yes, there it was. Home theater. The golf course splashed across his entire wall. Tee shots taking off from the end table on the left, streaking all the way to the kids’ kitchen set on the right. Lush green grass wrapping the room, giant clubhouse buildings, lifesized spectators wearing a rainbow of colored shirts and pants. So immersive, I felt like I could reach out and pull a seven iron out of Rory McIlroy’s bag. This was it. The ultimate. TV
heaven. The next few days are a blur. I do remember the Amazon delivery guy bringing the package to my front door. I don’t know if I took a breath as I cut open the box, stripped away the packing, placed my new prize strategically on a TV tray, connected my internet to it, killed the lights, and fired it up. My new projector. It filled my entire man cave wall with color, contrast and clarity. I truly did feel like I was in a movie theater. So much so, I had the urge to get up and pay somebody ten dollars for a small Coke. I’m ready for football season now. As a fan and viewer, I’ve moved up to the next level. I have achieved elite status. I’ve bypassed the whole TV screen milieu and taken my place in the big time. So when the footballs start flying in a few weeks, I’ll be nestled securely in my Lazy Boy. I’ll come out for nourishment occasionally, and I’ll have to shop for supplies now and then. Please say hello if we bump into each other at the store. I apologize in advance if I don’t recognize you right away. This eye strain is making everything a little fuzzy.
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It all comes down to, I wanted a new TV. I just plain wanted one. I didn’t need one. Heaven knows I didn’t need one. There are already four in the house. Four perfectly good, large, flat screen TVs. Nothing wrong with them. Picture is clear. Reception is good. Plenty of recording storage. Remotes are working fine. None of that mattered. I still wanted a new TV. I get this way every late July and early August. My wife Sharon can see it coming on. It hits every summer about this time, like a cold or a rash. It’s a fever. It’s Football Fever. Yes, in a few weeks, I’ll be able to park myself in my man cave, bowl of popcorn and chilled can of Diet Dr. Pepper beside me. High school football on Friday night, college ball all day Saturday, and the pros all day Sunday. Oh, and there are games Monday night and Thursday as well. For the past few seasons I have watched them all on my Samsung 55 inch flat screen. Don’t get me wrong. The TV’s okay. Just okay. But I can’t help myself. I want more. I want bigger.
I want the video to engulf me. I want to feel like that guy in the face paint standing in the third row may spill his beer in my lap any minute. When the Air Force does a flyover during the national anthem, I want it to seem as though they are soaring across my ceiling. When the running back takes a hard hit and fumbles the ball, I want to feel like I can leap on it. When they take the close-up of the cheerleaders, I want to imagine they are lined up on my carpet. When the quarterback is in the huddle calling the play, I want the sensation of being right there alongside him, breaking the huddle and strutting confidently to the line of scrimmage. When they show the frustrated coach on the sideline after a busted play, I want the image so large it seems he can hear me when I call him a bum. I suppose it’s a guy thing. When it comes to watching football, size matters. Bigger is always better. Remember when Mom used to warn that if you sit too close to a big TV screen you’ll get eye strain and a headache? Well, that doesn’t apply to football. I think that’s actually in the bible somewhere.
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If God didn’t want you to watch the game on a big TV, then why would He create high definition? And then Ultra high definition. And then 4K Smart TVs. And then Super Duper Intergalactic Nuclear Fusion TVs? Clearly, the Lord is on my side here. Actually, I’m way behind the curve with my 55 inch display. Browse through any electronics store, or surf any
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Carole Ann Kennedy Smith
september 1, 1944 — july 25, 2026
august 3, 1943 – july 20, 2026
Paula Eileen Ratliff Stokes, 82 of Clay, Alabama passed away on July 25, 2026, leaving a life filled with friends, family and her faith in the Lord. Paula lived a full life of family, friends and her faith in the Lord. She loved decorating her home on Holidays, special occasions and making her family feel loved. She loved to travel the world and experience new places, things and food. She was a loyal friend and held dear her family and friendships she made over the years. Paula built a life around her family and friends. She loved celebrating every holiday and people’s birthday. She had a way of making you feel special. Her love of travel was always with friends and family. Stylish clothing, makeup and hair were mandatory in her life. Paula is survived by her daughter, Debbi Gray; and her husband, David Gray; her daughter, Wendy Stokes; her four granddaughters, Bailey Cisco, Jordan Ballard, Lillian Howard, and Jewell Metheny; and her great-grandson, Jefferson “Sonny” Ballard. She was preceded in death by her husband Harry Edward Stokes; her parents, Lonzo “Jack” Ratliff and Irene Ratliff.
Carol Ann Kennedy Smith passed away on July 20, 2026 at the age of eight-two. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Earnest Leroy Kennedy and Annie Loren Armfield Kennedy (Barber). Her father was killed in the battle for Okinawa in WWII. Her late step-father was Bernard L. Barber.
A Celebration of Life was held at Jefferson Memorial in Trussville, Alabama, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Visitation will be from 9:00 -10:00 a.m., followed by the celebration service at 10:00 a.m.
She is survived by her loving husband of sixty-one years, James McCall Smith, son James (Mack) Smith, Jr. (Denise), and grandson, Joseph James Smith.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Research Foundation of America. If you would like to make your gift by mail, you may mail it to: Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 16th Floor New York, NY 10001, or online At Alzfdn.org.
Being a devout Christian, she was baptized at Lake Highlands Baptist Church. Also, again in the Jordan River in Israel on a trip with Zola Levitt Ministries. She became a member of East Lake United Methodist Church through her marriage to her husband, Jimmy.
Joyce Simmons Marsh
january 17, 1942 — july 23, 2026
Joyce Simmons Marsh, 84, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully at Kirkwood By the River on July 23, 2026. She was born on January 17, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio. Known to family and friends as Joy, she lived a life devoted to faith, family, and service. She graduated from Woodlawn High School in 1960 and later worked at UAB, where she met her beloved husband, David Marsh. They married on April 15, 1967, and shared many happy years together raising their two sons, Brian and Brett Marsh. Joy later returned to work in the UAB Athletic Department, retiring in 2010 after 23 years of dedicated service. Joy found joy in flower gardening, bird watching, crossword puzzles, and jigsaw puzzles. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church Trussville and cherished time spent with her family and friends.
Mrs. Smith graduated from Robinson Grammar School, Banks High School, the University of Alabama (Bachelor of Fine Arts), and UAB Birmingham (Masters in Special Education). She was a member of the Honor Society, KDE and Delta Kappa Gamma. She was known as being artistic at an early age. At one time, she won a national art competition sponsored by the Hallmark Corporation. She excelled drawing portraits and painting alike. As an under-graduate of fine arts, she spent one summer touring several countries of Europe with her art history class. They visited most of the famous museums in the major cities. Early in her career, she taught art at Barrett Grammar School in East Lake. Later in life, served as a special education teacher at Gibson School in Woodlawn. She loved to vacation with her family at the Florida beaches. Also, going on car picnics. Other enjoyable trips she made to Israel, Hawaii, Wyoming, Montana and Canada. Mrs. Smith owned several cats and dogs during her life. She enjoyed her large yard, grew flowers and fed the birds and squirrels. And she loved decorating the house and yard through the seasons of the year. Her fondest cats were Bootsie, Elvis, MidNight, and Blondie.
She is lovingly remembered by her son, Brian Marsh; daughter-in-law, Carrie Marsh; and granddaughter, Teagan Marsh.
The family would like to thank all her doctors, nurses, and support employees at UAB St Vincent’s East and UAB Hospital Downtown. Also, to Adoration Hospice and Always There Home Care.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David Marsh; her son, Michael Brett Marsh; her parents, Janie Simmons and Del Simmons; and her brother, Larry Simmons.
In lieu of flowers, please send donation in her memory to East Lake United Methodist Church, 7753 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35206.
Though she will be deeply missed, Joy’s love, kindness, and gentle spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Mrs. Smith was laid to rest at the Alabama National Cemetery, Montevallo, AL. Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Garden officiated the grave-side services.
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Tribuneland Friday Night Lights: Clay-Chalkville preview By John Goolsby, Prep Sports Editor
CLAY – Clay-Chalkville will see many changes this fall. The defending state champions move to Class 5A following Alabama High School Athletic Association realignment, begin play in a new region, open a long-awaited new stadium and replace one of the most decorated senior classes in program history. One thing that will not change is that expectations remain high for head coach Stuart Floyd and the Cougars. Entering his third season at Clay, Floyd has compiled a 24-3 record, including a perfect 15-0 season and the Class 6A state championship in 2025. Clay owns five state championships (1999, 2014, 2021, 2023 and 2025) and enters the season with the highest winning percentage among Tribuneland football programs at 74 percent. “I think anytime you’ve got experience coming back on both sides, you’re kind of ahead of the curve,” Floyd said. “You’re just plugging in some new pieces.” Those new pieces begin with replacing three of the state’s most productive offensive players. Quarterback Aaron Frye earned Tribune Player of the Year honors after totaling 3,475 yards and 44 touchdowns during Clay’s undefeated championship run. The Cougars also lost
running back Joshua Woods, who accounted for 1,707 yards and 24 touchdowns, along with receiver Corey Barber, who hauled in 70 passes for 1,153 yards and 14 touchdowns. Cornelius “CJ” Eldridge steps into the starting quarterback role after serving as Frye’s backup last season and rushed for 339 yards and six touchdowns. Eldridge holds an offer from Samford. “CJ has done a good job getting acclimated and leaning on the experience that’s around him,” Floyd said. Clay returns plenty of talent around its new quarterback. Senior Aaron Robinson, who recently picked up his first scholarship offer, and fellow senior Cayden McGhee will spearhead the running back rotation, while sophomore Noah Hampton, freshman O.J. Hill and sophomore Juandre Elliott provide depth. The receiving corps is led by Nasir Ray, Kaleb Amerson, and Cartier Barnes. The trio holds multiple scholarship offers. Sophomore Keston Beck, who recently picked up an offer from Ole Miss, and slot receiver Cayden Farris, who holds multiple offers, are expected to play key roles. Ray caught 24 passes for 390 yards and five touchdowns last season, giving Clay another experienced playmaker. Four starters return
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along the offensive line. Christian Bennett, currently with 19 D1 offers, anchors left tackle, while Shamar Smith returns at left guard. Peyton Kimbrough is expected to take over at center, James Felder returns at right guard, and Tavaris Powell, with double-digit scholarship offers, rounds out the group at right tackle. The Cougars also have a new kicker in Mario Cabachuela to replace reliable Joseph Del Toro. While the offense reloads, the defense may be even stronger than last season’s unit. The Cougars return one of Alabama’s most dominant defensive fronts.
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Arkansas State commit Colton McIntyre recorded 44 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, nine sacks and 13 quarterback hurries last season. Keith Richmond, an Arkansas commit, added 50 tackles, 22 tackles for loss, 12 sacks and 17 quarterback hurries. Helena transfer D.J. Williams, an Iowa State commit who finished with 80 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, seven sacks and one interception last season. “Our defensive line is pretty solid,” Floyd said. Behind them, Quinten Lowe, with multiple offers, returns after totaling 93 tackles and 15 tackles
for loss, while Jacksonville State commit Isaiah Brown contributed 86 tackles. The secondary features one of the state’s rising stars in junior Anton Witt, who already owns multiple scholarship offers and will also handle punting duties. Jamario Yadao, who also has multiple scholarship offers, moves from linebacker to safety after recording 65 tackles and three interceptions last season. Joshua Ivy, Jalen Melton and Keith Scott add experience to the defensive backfield. One of the biggest offseason changes came on the coaching staff as veteran assistant Eddie Wall takes
over as defensive coordinator after Jake Helveston’s departure. The Cougars’ coaching staff otherwise remains largely intact. Brooks Garrett returns as quarterbacks coach, while Kyle Dickerson will manage the running backs. New assistant Mac Jones takes over the wide receivers. Preston Hatcher serves as offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, while Zach Wilson was promoted from within the program to coach the tight ends. Defensively, Darius McCall and Josh Cheeks coach the defensive line, Gene Richardson works with the inside linebackers, and Justin Whisenhunt coaches the outside linebackers. Gavin Wilson coaches the cornerbacks, while Jake Hibbs oversees the safeties. Justin Burdette will assist with various coaching duties. The Cougars begin a new chapter this season in Class 5A Region 6, where they will face Oxford, Pell City, Pinson Valley, Southside-Gadsden, Springville and St. Clair County. “You’ve got some new opponents, so that’ll be fun,” Floyd said. “We’ll be going different places and getting ready for people we haven’t played before.” Although the schedule includes several difficult stretches, Floyd believes it will prepare his team for another postseason run. See CLAY, Page 10
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Professional softball comes to Roberts Stadium By Johnny Sanders, Sports Editor
TRUSSVILLE – It has been a huge year for the Hewitt-Trussville Huskies on the diamond with both softball and baseball winning 7A state championships as well as other accolades. This week, the softball team will get a chance to look into their potential future as the Professional Softball League Championship Series brings their championship playoff tournament to Roberts Stadium, home of the Lady Huskies softball team. The fun begins on Wednesday at 6:05 pm Eastern as the second-seed Kansas City Diamonds (25-12) take on the third-seed Florida Vibe (11-13) in game one of the tournament. The winner will take on the top-seeded Atlanta Smoke (23-5) on Thursday at the same time. This is a threeteam double elimination tournament that will crown the league’s champion on Saturday, August 8. To make it even more special, this is the inaugural season of the PSL. The league includes four teams who are playing a full schedule in the afore mentioned Kansas City Diamonds, Florida Vibe, and Atlanta Smoke as well as the Florida Breeze. The New
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“We’ve got some tough opening games and a tough finish,” Floyd said. “I think it’ll get us ready for the playoffs.” Another milestone awaits this fall as Clay is
Yor Rise and Chattanooga Chill will play a reduced schedule. From the league website, “The Professional Softball League (PSL) exists to advance professional softball through a coalition of equal partner franchises committed to upholding competitive integrity, providing player opportunities, and ensuring long-term sustainability.” Hewitt softball coach Taylor Burt said, “We are super excited to host the PSL this week. It is a great opportunity for all the local communities to come out and see a great product on
the field with some of the biggest names in the sport of softball playing throughout the week! Our girls are excited to be a part of it. We hope everyone will come out to see some great softball and have a great time.” Wednesday night will be an opportunity for kids to arrive early and meet some of the professional players and get in some batting practice with the best of the best in softball. All kids in uniform get in free. To purchase tickets and see more information on the PSL, visit https://www.professionalsoftballleague.com
expected to christen its new home stadium. The Cougars have made their home field one of the state’s toughest venues, with their last regular-season home loss coming on Oct. 16, 2020. Clay has lost just seven home games total over the past decade.
With a veteran roster, one of the state’s most experienced defenses and a tradition of success, the Cougars look to begin a new era in familiar fashion as they chase state championship number six. Tribuneland Friday Night Lights: Clay-Chalkville preview
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