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By Chris Basinger, Staff Writer
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – The Trussville City Council unanimously passed a proclamation at its regular meeting Tuesday evening See DOWN SYNDROME, Page 3
New stoplight coming to downtown Trussville By Chris Basinger, Staff Writer
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – The Trussville City Council approved a resolution during its meeting this week to install a new traffic signal on Trussville’s busy main street. The stoplight will be installed at the intersection of See STOPLIGHT, Page 3
Body found near Center Point HS identified From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The identity of the man whose decomposing body was found in a wooded area in East Birmingham last week was released on Tuesday. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has identified the man as 40-year-old Dempsey Chevoit Smith of Birmingham. See BODY FOUND, Page 4
Trussville woman, 28, killed in Brighton shooting From Tribune staff reports
BRIGHTON, Ala. – A Trussville woman was shot and killed during a reported assault last night in Brighton, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. The woman has been identified as Kandyce Marie Williams, 28. See SHOOTING, Page 4
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Flags fly at half-staff in memory of Pinson Mayor Joe Cochran From Tribune staff reports
PINSON, Ala. – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has authorized the City of Pinson to fly its flags at half-staff last Saturday, Sept. 28, in honor of Mayor Joe Cochran. Cochran, who served on Pinson’s first four city councils and was elected mayor in 2020, died last on Sept. 20 after a long battle with ALS. In a letter sent to Acting Mayor Robbie Roberts, Ivey commended Cochran for his years supporting local education and athletics and his “unwavering dedication to serve others.” “His passing leaves very large shoes to fill,” Ivey wrote. Cochran served on Pinson’s first four city councils, an abbreviated first term when the city was incorporated and three full terms, before challenging incumbent Hoyt Sanders for the mayor’s seat in 2016. Cochran would lose that race, but ran again four years later and was elected Pinson’s second mayor. A native of Fultondale, he had a deep love for his
ARGO, Ala. – A member of Argo’s finest was recognized at the National Interdiction Conference in Anaheim, California this summer for the largest seizure of illicit narcotics in his category. Argo Police Department Cpl. Cason Davis was hon-
See ARGO, Page 4
Richard Jordan "Joe" Cochran
city and the people of Pinson. Cochran was the longtime voice of the Pinson Valley High School Indians calling the games over the loudspeaker from the press box that now bears his name.
During the time that he was out of office, he never stopped working for the city. Cochran was instrumental in bringing Patrick Nix to Pinson to lead the Indians football team. That effort resulted in two state championships. When Nix moved to Phenix City High School, Cochran was again involved in the search for his replacement, ultimately landing Sam Shade who led PVHS to yet another state title on the gridiron. An avid Auburn fan, Cochran kept close tabs on Bo Nix’ career on the plains and at Oregon. But his love
for the orange and blue was not a problem when former Indian Koolaid McKinstry shot to stardom in Tuscaloosa. On any given week, Cochran could tell you every play McKinstry had made for the Crimson Tide. A memorial service will take place at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Birmingham. The arrangements are not complete at this time, but will be reported by the Tribune as soon as the details are available. Flags in the City of Pinson were flown at half-staff on Saturday, the day of Cochran’s internment, from sunrise to sunset.
Orlando Health assumes majority interest in Brookwood Baptist Health
Bookin’ It 5K to benefit Trussville Library From Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – The Friends of the Trussville Library and the Trussville Public Library announced that this year’s Booking It 5K Race/Walk will be held on Saturday, Oct. 12 at the library. The race will start at 8 a.m. and will begin and end
See LIBRARY 5K, Page 4
Birmingham: Another shooting, another homicide From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Police in Birmingham were alerted to a shooting in the 1400 block of 1st Avenue W at about 9:37 p.m. on Saturday by two ShotSpotter alerts. One registered five rounds fired and the other registered about 12 rounds
From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Orlando Health assumed a majority interest in Brookwood Baptist Health on Wednesday, marking the occasion with receptions at each of the five hospitals in the system that serve Central Alabama. Starting Oct. 1, Orlando Health, a private, not-forprofit healthcare organization that serves the southeastern United States and Puerto Rico, will manage day-to-day operations of Brookwood Baptist Health in partnership with Baptist Health System. Baptist Health System will remain as an owner in the partnership and will continue to be a faith-based organization, according to a statement from the organization. “This is a great day for Brookwood Baptist Health and Orlando Health,” said Thibaut van Marcke, SVP, Orlando Health, who will lead the Alabama region. “Our partnership offers
Argo PD celebrates national award for drug enforcement From Tribune staff reports
See BIRMINGHAM, Page 5
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a new day in healthcare for central Alabamians. With our proven track record of successful expansion lifting the care at our partner hospitals, we are dedicated to making this healthcare system the best in the state and beyond.” “We’re excited to have Orlando Health as a partner,” said Amy Allen, president and CEO, Baptist Health System. “Their dedication to ex-
cellence and improving patient care has been repeatedly recognized with national honors from leading quality and patient-safety organizations. This is a great day for our patients, our physicians, our team and our community.” In recognition of the occasion, celebrations were held throughout the day at all five hospitals so all Brookwood Baptist Health team members could participate
and meet current Orlando Health staff. Van Marcke, Allen, and Orlando Health President and CEO David Strong traveled to all five hospitals to personally welcome Brookwood Baptist Health team members to the organization. Registered in-patients also received a note from Van Marcke and a special branded wellness kit in recognition of the day’s significance.
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BPD searching for suspect in East Birmingham trailer thefts From Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Birmingham Police Department released photos of a man suspected of multiple trailer thefts in East Birmingham on Monday. BPD Crimes Against Property detectives are asking for the public’s help
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