Hello everyone. I hope everyone is enjoying Spring Break.

Birthday wishes to Evan Watson, Melinda Graham, Nancy Jordan, Joan Phillips, Ernie Gauld, Jeremy Deal, Benjamin Gissendaner, Cannon Harmon, Sarah Rhodes, Byron Vance, Margaret Todd, Joyce Pollard, Brenda Wyatt, Daniel Scoggins, Mike Carr, Janice Smith, Walker Cain, Matt Black, April Abel, and Bailey Crump.

And a special belated birthday wish to my sister, Ann Harmon, whose birthday was March 18th and not the 15th as I had said. Maybe she got to celebrate twice?

Congratulations to Tristen Gressett who not only got to go to Hollywood on American Idol, but also passed through the next round on Monday night. Keep watching to see just how far he can go.

Victory Christian School held its Prom on Friday night. There were lots of beautiful young ladies and handsome young men attending. I am sure everyone had a wonderful time. and congratulations to Victory’s 2022 Prom Queen, Katelyn Keller.

Congratulations to VCS junior, Maddie Etheredge, on being selected to the 2022 All County Softball Team.

The Pell City Panther Softball teams are getting the job done. At Spring Break time, Varsity is 20-5-1 and Junior Varsity is 14-2. Congratulations.

At Beta Convention awards went to Gavin Warren for 3rd place in 10th grade math, Carter White for 2nd place in 9th grade science, Feonia Chen for 2nd place in sculpture and quiz bowl, and to Jules Alexander for 2nd place in Creative Writing and 1st place in On Site Painting. Congratulations to all.

Cropwell Baptist has adopted Williams Intermediate School and has provided many special treats for teachers and administration. This is such an awesome ministry and the teachers and admin at Williams are truly thankful and humbled. The Church also maintains a clothes closet for students at Williams. The Williams Clothing Closet needs a few specific items to help with dress code issues. Since the clothing will be going to 5th and 6th grade young ladies, they need items that are fashionable and modest, such as tunic length, teen/adult ladies’ shirts, and long t-shirts. If you would like to help, I am sure all would be thrilled. You can contact the church office if interested.

You are invited to join in at one of the coolest spots in Pell City -JNR Sweet Treats! Cool treats and specials all day for their Grand Opening event on Friday, April 1 from 11 to 7. Bring the family! Address is 1917 Cogswell Avenue, Ste 5 (Where Sweet Treats used to be).

On Friday, April 8 Stop in & celebrate with Your CBD Store for being in business 3 YEARS! There will be a Ribbon Cutting from 10:30 AM — 12 PM. Hors d’houerves & Mimosas and Specials all day!!! 313 Martin Street North

Don’t forget the Pell City Library is open and has gotten new books and movies in for you to enjoy. The library is open Monday-Friday from 9 am-6 pm. You can also borrow E-books by visiting the site.

Holy Week Worship Services will be April 11-15 at the Pell City First United Methodist Church. Services will be at noon followed by lunch. Monday’s speaker will be Rev. John Thweatt (First Baptist Church). Tuesday’s speaker will be Rev. Donald Gover (Life Family Worship Center). Wednesday’s speaker will be Rev. Greg Hand (Grace Chapel of Eden). Thursday’s speaker will be Rev. Bill Lucas (Our Lady of the Lake). Friday’s speaker will be Rev. Dr. Rachel Gonia (First United Methodist Church). Maundy Thursday service will be at the church on April 14 at 6 pm. Good Friday Service will be April 15 at the church at 6 pm.

The PCFUMC will have its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 9 from 10-noon in the Fellowship Hall Parking Lot. There will be egg hunts, crafts, games, hotdogs, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Victory Church will have its annual Balloon Drop on Sunday, April 10. Easter services will be Saturday, April 16 at 6:30 pm, Sunday, April 17 at 9:15 & 10:30. Then on April 24, all who attend will be treated to Dream Cakes. All are invited and welcome.

Coming up at the CEPA: The Firebirds Doo Wop show begins at the beginning, tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of four guys singing tight harmonies on a street corner. In their epic shows they take audiences on a journey from foundational tunes of groups like the Crests, Belmonts and Flamingos. Presented by Frank Shikle & Ed Jones, “Doo Wop at its Finest” will premiere at The Center for Education and Performing Arts in Pell City on April 23 at 7 p.m.

The Black Jacket Symphony will return on June 10 at the CEPA. The Black Jacket Symphony recreates AC/DC’s “Back in Black” live in its entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of greatest hits from the evening’s artist.

Pell City High School 7th Grade Basketball tryouts will be April 26, 28, 29 from 3-5pm at Williams Intermediate Gym. Students must have a current physical to tryout.

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