(Column) Pell City Bulletin

Published 6:23 pm Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Hello everyone. Well, it is that time of year when the weather can’t make up its mind. It’s cold, then warm, then cold, then warm again. Hope it’s not too bad on your health. Take care, there’s a lot of illnesses out there.

Thought for today:  A man’s heart devises its way, but the Lord decides his steps. (Proverbs 16:9)

Birthdays: Special  birthday wishes to one of my sweet sisters-in-law, Rachel Thomas; to one of my sons-in-law, Tommy Snow, and to one of my great granddaughters, Asher Adams. Asher is the daughter of Daniel and Jennifer Adams. Also, happy birthday to Nancy Tomlin, Renee Santiago, Griffin Waldrop, Russ Tipton, Gary Ballard, Addison Lett, Myles Henderson, Jimbo Tollison, David Mullins, Amanda Walker, Charlie Brasher, Jody Jordan, Debbie Beavers, Sam Black, Patsy Smith, Caden Deloach, Brandon Honeycutt and Deanna Lawley.

Anniversaries: Happy anniversary to my daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and Mike Turner, who celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on Jan. 22.

Deaths: Please keep the families of John Hoffman, Johnny DuBose, Danny Carreker and Larry Morgan in your thoughts and prayers.

Schools: Coosa Pines and AOD Federal Credit Unions are offering local scholarships to seniors. Contact the credit unions for more information.

Local: Red Hill Farms-Phillips Family is hosting the 2nd Annual Consignment Sale. They have a  great list of Consigners with fabulous products. The sale will run Jan. 30-Feb. 1 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Half price on Feb. 1 on selected items.) They have women’s, men’s, children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, toys and home décor. They will also have their delicious honey and eggs for sale during the consignment sale.

Now in its tenth year, the Father-Daughter Dance returns to Pell City in February with an exciting new theme: Boots and Bows (Plus a Little Disco). Hosted by the Pell City Rotary Club, this year’s dance promises to delight couples (or trios and beyond) with a blend of country charm and disco sparkle. Space is limited, so buy your tickets now. Tickets are $30 per couple ($15 for each additional child) or $40 at the door ($20 for each additional child) and include music, finger foods, party favors and photographs. They can be purchased at Metro Bank in Pell City, Pell City Coffee Company, online at pellcityrotary.com, pellcitycepa.com/tickets, or by contacting Meg Clements at 205-812-5187.

Proceeds from the event support the Pell City Rotary Foundation, which provides numerous community grants each year to organizations such as The Children’s Place, Pell City School System, Lakeside Hospice, Pell City Police Department and many more. (Information courtesy of CEPA)

Sports: Congratulations to the Pell City 7th and 8th grade wrestlers. They competed in the SoCon Tournament and the following placed: Colter Hubley, 4th place; Brodie Davis, 2nd place; Austin Walker, 2nd place; Issac Smith, 2nd place; and Brody Boyle, 1st place.

Also, some PCHS Wrestlers went to Spain Park. Placers include: Cash Gurley, 1st; Gauge Miller, 1st  Colten Partain, 2nd  Hayden Whitten, 2nd  and Anthony Stocks, 3rd.

In PCHS Flag Football, congratulations to Addy Simmons on being selected as 6A/7A Region 7 Flag Football All-Region, First Team. And congratulations to Jamiriah Hill on being selected as 6A/7A Region 7 Flag Football All-Region, Second Team.

Last year was the first time PCHS track sent 3 sprinters to state in the 200. This year in Indoor is the first time Pell City has had 3 sprinters, Izaiah, Tristun and JJ.

We pray that this year will bring blessings, good health, peace and joy to you. Call 205-338-5590 to leave your news, or email annette_snow@yahoo.com.