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By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – Alabama Fallen Warriors Memorial Project founder Mark Davis See TRUSSVILLE, Page 6
Argo appoints Rick Hopkins to open seat on City Council By Terry Schrimscher For the Tribune
ARGO – The Argo City Council met for the second regularly scheduled monthly meeting Monday night, May 22. The Council covered much of the agenda during the work session and moved quickly through the regular meeting immediately following. See ARGO, Page 10
Trussville fallen soldier honored by Senator Tuberville for Memorial Day From the Tribune staff reports
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Trussville Council hears presentation from Alabama Fallen Warriors Memorial founder Mark Davis
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Gov. Kay Ivey speaks at Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce had an extra special speaker at the May 18 Chamber Luncheon. Gov. Kay Ivey was greeted by rounds of applause as she entered the exhibition hall of the Trussville Civic Center. “These are historic times all over our state,” said the 54th Governor of Alabama. “Our economy is breaking new ground and we are facing challenges and opportunities not seen in many generations. The record rates of job creation and opportunity from the Tennessee River to the gulf coast is stunning.” Ivey said Alabama is currently experiencing unprecedented surpluses in both the education and general funds. She also said the state was able to use $1 billion in onetime ARPA Funds to increase the state’s broadband connectivity, improve the water and sewer systems, and improve
Leeds to hold annual Main Street Music Fest on June 10 By Chase Holmes News Reporter
LEEDS — Main Street Music fest is returning to downtown Leeds on June 10. Seven local bands will be in attendance including Lynnox, Evan Kennedy, Ron Dometrovich, No Requests, Taylor Hollingsworth, Love Rat and Foxhole. See FESTIVAL, Page 10
Pinson gets grant from state tourism department for Butterbean Festival Gov. Kay Ivey waves to those in attendance of the Chamber of Commerce luncheon (Photo by Crystal McGough)
the state’s healthcare infrastructure, which she called a “great success.” Moving on, Ivey shared her top priorities for this legislative session and her sec-
ond term, which she said go hand-in-hand: increased investment in economic development and in education. “We’ve already laid a solid foundation in both areas,
By Nathan Prewett For the Tribune
and we must double down on our efforts over the next four years if we are to make a lasting difference,” she said.
PINSON – At a meeting of the Pinson City Council on Thursday, May 18, Mayor Joe Cochran announced that the city received a grant applica-
See CHAMBER, Page 8
See PINSON, Page 11
600 bikers Mayor Buddy Choat invites public pass through Trussville on to Memorial Day dedication of their way to Washington in of the 33 Alabama Fallen Warriors Monument support annual Run for the Wall
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recognized three of Alabama’s fallen soldiers, one of whom is from Trussville, and their families for Memorial Day on Tuesday, May 16.
By Chase Holmes News Reporter
TRUSSVILLE – The 33 Run for the Wall (RFTW) Southern Route passed
See SOLDIER, Page 9
See RUN, Page 9
Irondale City Council hears from community regarding controversial rezoning proposal
Moody Council recognizes track student, approves plans for walking trail
By Loyd McIntosh For The Tribune
IRONDALE – Several Irondale citizens descended upon City Hall to voice opposition to a controversial See IRONDALE, Page 11
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Credit: Blue Star Salute Foundation From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE – The dedication of the Alabama Fallen Warriors Monument in Trussville’s Veteran’s Park has been scheduled for Monday, May 29, 2023, at 2 p.m. The Alabama Fallen War-
riors Project has been in the works since 2016, when Mark Davis (US Navy) and Retired Marine Colonel Lee Busby had a vision to build bronze busts to honor Alabama’s fallen warriors. According to the Blue Star Salute Foundation, the monument will include 115
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concrete columns representing military service members killed in action. “Each column will display a 3 by 6-inch giant dog tag listing the name, rank, age, and location of death,” the website description said. “It will also include 111 (12 by 12 inch) pavers honoring
those Military Service Members who died a Non-Hostile Death.” Trussville Mayor Buddy Choat recently released the following letter to the public: “Dear Community Members:
By Nathan Prewett For the Tribune
MOODY – A local track and field students was recognized by the Moody City Council at a meeting on May 22, where they also approved engineering plans for a new walking trail along the Little
See MONUMENT, Page 9
See MOODY, Page 10
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