Trese Mashburn

Hello readers! I’m back with this week’s edition of What’s Up in Odenville.

This past week has been a bit of a struggle for little ol’ me, as I had a bit of a tragedy. The iron I have had for 13 years this September fell off the ironing board one last time and finally met its demise. The entire bottom just fell slap off. The hubz came to the rescue and held the bottom together so that I could use it one last time to smooth out those pesky wrinkles.

Now, I know what you’re thinking. “What’s an iron?” I’m aware that 90 percent of America uses the dryer and a wet washcloth as their iron — I too am guilty of that myself — however, there are some garments that simply cannot be treated in that careless fashion. So, the hubz and I spent our Sunday shopping for a new iron.

I am now the proud owner of a Black and Decker iron with a — wait for it — RETRACTABLE CORD. I was so excited about my new iron; as soon as I got home I ironed a dirty T-shirt just to see how well it worked. Don’t judge me. All is right in my world now.

Let’s get to the news:

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Community News:

It here, it’s here! It’s finally here! High school football kicks of this Thursday night at 7 p.m.! The Saints will host Saks in a jamboree game. Wear your school colors and come out and show your support! GO SAINTS!

Please be mindful of the additional reserved handicapped parking spaces against the fence next to the press box at the football field. There is NO PARKING unless you have a handicapped tag or sticker – during games or any other time. OPD will be monitoring and will gladly hand out “reminders” to ensure those spaces are used properly.

A fundraiser for Odenville Intermediate School’s beloved principal Constance Myers Seymour will be held this Saturday at GiGis cupcakes in Trussville, beginning at 9 a.m. Constance has been diagnosed with cancer and is currently undergoing her second round of chemotherapy and radiation. The proceeds from the special cupcake made in honor of Constance will be given directly to her. Preorders are now being taken. Please specify that you want the Constance Cupcake. Give them a call (205) 661-4650. For anyone that wants to help but live too far away, use this direct link to make a monetary donation, http://www.colepages.com/donate.html. A huge thanks to everyone that is helping to make this fundraiser a success.

North Valley Church in Margaret is hosting their SOLES 4 SOULS DRIVE! There are thousands of children right here in the US and impoverished nations that have never owned a pair of shoes. They are asking for donations of your unwanted shoes. Clean out your closets and ask friends to help. They can schedule a pick up or you may drop them off. For more information please go to their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/NVCSoles4Souls?ref=hl or call Gloria Goode at (256) 591-5334.

Darla and Kenneth Anderson welcomed new grandbaby, McKinely Rose Anderson, on August 15, 2015. Proud mom is daughter Kayla. Congratulations! 

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Community Sports:

OYAA Football will be playing in a preseason tournament this weekend August 21-23 at Springville. All four of our teams play their first game Friday night. GO SAINTS!

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New Business:

Grand opening for Sassy’s Boutique and Gifts will be Thursday August 20, from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Owner Tammy Isbell says she has something for everyone! Located next to Johnson’s Trading Post and Oakridge Outdoors on Hwy 411. Stop in and check it out! Support your local business! Coming soon: Punkin Pie’s! Located across from Tablescapes and More on 411, Punkin Pie’s will host an array of items including vinyl monogram, crafts, T-shirts, door hangers, hats, car decals and much more. Their plan is to open in September. Check out their Facebook page for more!

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Community Reminders:

Calvary Baptist Church will host Fearless, a back to school youth night of worship for youth and teens of all ages, Saturday August 22 at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Patrick Sullivan with music by Black Shirt Monday.

Keep those votes coming for Odenville’s Charlie’s BBQ in Alabama BBQ Battle! Voting will end August 31 and the winner will be announced September 1st. Charlie’s is currently leading the pack for the “Dives” catagory. To vote for Charlie’s go to www.alabamabbqbattle.com and select it under the “Dives” category.

Birthday Club: Jaden Hayes – August 17, Becky Lindsey – August 18, Mark Thomason -August 18, Jenny Wilkins – August 20, Judy Kirkland – August 20, Chris Wilkins Sr. – August 23, Robin Phillips Frazier – August 23

That’s all for this week! Send your Odenville news to odenvillenews@gmail.com.