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September 13 - 19 New SiteOne Landscape Supply branch now open in Irondale
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hears The 2023 Tribune Readers’ Choice Moody rezoning concerns, Award nominations are open recognizes promoted officer
By Chase Holmes News Reporter
By Nathan Prewett For the Tribune
IRONDALE — A new branch of SiteOne Landscape Supply is now open in Irondale. The company specializes in all things outdoor landscaping including sprayers,
MOODY – The Moody City Council heard concerns from citizens regarding a request to rezone 27 acres of land for home development that they said may cause potential traffic and flooding
See SITEONE, Page 3
See MOODY, Page 3
Irondale recognizes efforts of local citizens, first responders with awards
Leeds Council rejects proposed school athletic project, settles litigation By Nathan Prewett For the Tribune
By Terry Schrimscher For the Tribune
IRONDALE – The Irondale City Council met Tuesday night, Sept. 5, for the first regular meeting of the month. The Council had a full agenda including several recogniSee IRONDALE, Page 4
‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ opens at ACTA this weekend By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – ACTA Theatre’s production of “The Play Goes Wrong,” directed by Zach Skaggs, will hit the stage on Friday, Sept. 15, kicking off six performances spread out over two weekends. See ACTA, Page 6
Free workshop on elder law, estate planning, asset protection to be held at Trussville Civic Center From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — Vertical Estate Planning is holding a workshop on elder law, estate planning, and asset protection See WORKSHOP, Page 8
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From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — Each year, Tribune readers select the best of the best from
across the Tribune’s nine-city coverage area. Nominations for the 2023 Tribune Readers’ Choice Awards are underway. The awards will highlight the best
of the best of businesses in The Tribune coverage area, which includes Trussville, Argo, Clay, Pinson, Center Point, Springville, Leeds, Moody and Irondale.
Our readers will choose finalists and winners in 168 categories, from Best Burgers to Best Dentist to Best Park.
LEEDS – The Leeds City Council has rejected a proposal from the Board of Education to implement a $2 million capital improvements project to the athletic programs for the high school be-
See NOMINATIONS, Page 5
See LEEDS, Page 5
Velcro Pygmies ‘Tune-Up’ Trussville for this weekend’s return of Dog Daze By Crystal McGough Editor
TRUSSVILLE – Dog Daze, hosted by the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce, will return to the Historic Mall in Trussville this Saturday, Sept. 16, with vendor booths, festivities and giveaways for the whole family. The free, public event will last from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. “Trussville Dog Daze is a fun, family event … and the admission is free,” the chamber states on its 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!” The Dog Daze excitement kicked off last weekend on Saturday, Sept 2, with a free concert by the Velcro Pygmies at the Trussville Entertainment District. The Velcro Pygmies, who describe themselves as “high
Trussville Rotary Club announces date of annual golf tournament From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE – The Trussville Daybreak Rotary Club has announced its annual charity golf tournament will be held Monday, Oct. 2. The tournament will take place at the Grayson Valley See ROTARY, Page 8
Velcro Pygmies rock the TED at Tune Up for Dog Daze on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023 (Credit: Crystal McGough)
energy rock,” have been a fan-favorite heavy metal cover band since 1990, and this performance did not disappoint. The “Tune-Up for Dog Daze” event opened with local singer Ethan Womack before the Velcro Pygmies took
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the stage to an Entertainment District that was packed with both old and new fans rocking out and hoping for a chance to touch the hand of one of their favorite Pigmies. On more than one occasion, guitarist Chase West left the stage and joined the
crowd, performing on top of one of the picnic tables in the grassy area in front of the stage. Frontman Cameron Flener took an opportunity later in the show to hand the stage
Eagle Forum to host talk on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in higher education at Trussville Civic Center From The Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville Eagle Forum will host guest speaker Dr. Earl H. Tilford at the Trussville Civic
See DOG DAZE, Page 6
See DEI, Page 8
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