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TRUSSVILLE – Several members of the Eastern Women’s Committee of Fifty See AWARDS, Page 3
ACTA Jr. theater campers close out the summer with ‘Mary Poppins Jr.’ this weekend By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – ACTA Theater is set to wrap up another successful summer of ACTA Jr. theater camps with a full weekend of performances running from Friday, See ACTA, Page 5
Trussville resident soon to publish new book ‘Slaying the Giant of Depression’ By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – Sharon Dickerson had no idea, even as recently as a couple years ago, that her traumatic childhood and lifelong struggles with depression would one See BOOK, Page 6
Ribbon cutting to be held for 3 new Argo businesses on Friday By Chase Holmes News Reporter
ARGO — A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held for three businesses coming to Argo on Friday, Aug 4. The three businesses that are ready to be given a proper Argo welcoming are Carbon See ARGO, Page 5
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‘Dog Daze’ festival returns to Trussville Mall in September By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – Those who have been around the Trussville community for a while will likely remember the widely-popular “Dog Daze” festival held annually at the Historic Trussville Mall off North Chalkville Road. Named after the “dog days” of summer, which according to the Farmer’s Almanac is considered to be a 40-day period of excessive heat lasting from July 3 – Aug. 11, the festival was originally held each year in August. Though not necessarily the intended purpose of the festival, due to the name, many people would also bring their dogs along with them to enjoy the music, booths, giveaways and other entertainment. There were even plenty of treats and giveaways for the pups. In July 2012, the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce announced that the name of the festival, which had been moved from August to May in recent years, would change to Trussville City Fest
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beginning in 2013. The location of the event was also moved from the grassy Trussville Mall to stretching all the way down Parkway Drive from Main Street to Cahaba Elementary. Now, the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce has announced they are “Bringing it Back” to “Dog Daze.” In a statement released on Thursday, July 27, 2023, the chamber not only said the name will be changing back from Trussville City Fest to Trussville Dog Daze, but the
festival will also be moving back to the Mall in Trussville’s Historic District. “Trussville Dog Daze is a fun, family event … and the admission is free,” the chamber states on their website. “So much going on including kids’ activities, vendors, food trucks, art walk, cornhole tournament and lots of entertainment. Make plans to visit Dog Daze on September 16, it is a day you will not want to miss!” Throughout the day, patrons can plan to visit the
Fresh Farmer’s Market at Holy Cross Church, and then head over the the Mall where they will find various booths and vendors, in addition to a wellness area, food court, a car show, and the Bryant Bank Kid’s Area, featuring a foam dance party, balloon animals and face painting, and lots of other family activities. Fun Source will also provide a Kid’s Zone with rides and inflatables. Tickets and armbands will be available for a minimal cost (cash only). Wristbands will grant access to unlimited rides and the cost will be $25. A portion of all wristbands sold will go back to the Trussville Chamber’s Scholarship fund. Pet Supplies Plus will be holding its annual “Pup Strut” dog show on the stage at the mall. Registration will be the morning of the event at the Cahaba Dog Park tent. “You and your pup will not want to miss out on being a part of this year’s pup strut,” the chamber website states. “All money raised will benefit this great organization.”
Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club hosts Kenyan Bishop Evans Achanga From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE – The Trussville Rotary Daybreak Club hosted a reception on Thursday, July 27, for Bishop Evans Achanga of the Agape Fellowship Center in Kenya. See ROTARY, Page 4
Nationallyrenowned spine surgeon Dr. Daniel C. Kim joins Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM – Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center has an-
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See SURGEON, Page 5
4 Birmingham-based rock band Telluride Foundations Hope to hold annual 5K to headline ‘Rockin’ For Restoration’ at Trussville addiction recovery fundraiser at Trussville Entertainment District Entertainment District this Friday By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – Paul Davis Restoration and Brown Automotive Repair, along with EXIT Realty, Energy Systems Southeast LLC, and The Trussville Tribune will be sponsoring a concert for a cause on the outdoor stage of the Trussville Entertainment District on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, from 6 – 10 p.m. Rockin’ For Restoration will be a night of music and entertainment for the community that will also serve as a fundraiser benefitting local addiction recovery nonprofit, the Will Bright Foundation. Birmingham-based rock band Telluride will headline the concert, following opening acts from local country band Deputy 5 and acoustic duet Karen Dickey and Keith Shannon. While the concert itself is free, attendees are requested to make a $10 donation to the Will Bright Foundation if
Rockin’ for Restoration 2022 (Photo courtesy of the Will Bright Foundation)
possible, and there will also be opportunities to purchase raffle tickets for prizes. Additionally, guests will have the option to round-up their restaurant tabs, with those proceeds going directly to the Will Bright Foundation. The Will Bright Foundation, founded by Bill and Lisa Bright in 2014, is a 501(c)(3)
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addiction recovery nonprofit that serves in three areas: • Offering scholarships to those unable to afford intake fees to recovery centers • Providing next step/transitional living, counseling, job readiness training and placement at the 127-acre Restoration Springs tran-
sitional center in Fayette, Alabama • Extending awareness, legislation and educational information on the Opioid Crisis through their Washington D.C. Coalition Group, Voices for Non-Opioid Choices According to willbrightfoundation.com, the organization’s mission statement is: “Breaking the barrier to recovery from addiction by bridging the gap between the bubble of recovery and taking that next step, through awareness, education and the provision of transitional living.” Rockin’ for Restoration is a free public event that will not only provide a fun night out for the community, but help raise funds for the continued good work being done at the Will Bright Foundation and Restoration Springs. Sponsors for the event include the Paul Davis Restoration, Brown Automotive
By Chase Holmes News Reporter
TRUSSVILLE — Foundations 4 Hope is holding its second annual 5K at the Trussville Entertainment District on Monday, Oct. 7. See FOUNDATION, Page 4
Outdoor Alabama is now accepting 2024 photo contest entries From The Tribune staff reports
ALABAMA – The 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest began accepting entries on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. This year’s contest is a joint project between the Alabama Department of Conserva-
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