We have a brand new company in Moody available to minister to the Moody community called Angels Crossing. This ministry provides FREE clothing to residents in need who live in Moody. Hours of operation are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and appointments are necessary.

 

Brenda Hyatt, owner of Angels Crossing, has worked in the schools at Moody for 11 years, witnessed firsthand the needs of kids in our area and felt led to start this ministry to reach out and provide clothing. If you are in need of clothing or would like to make a donation toward this endeavor, please contact Brenda at (205) 577-6921. Angels Crossing works closely with the Shepherd Supply in Moody. We truly appreciate the work of these two ministries to service people in need.

 

It was a beautiful day for the 7th Annual Moody Masters Golf Tournament at Trussville Country Club Monday. Golfers and volunteers enjoyed a beautiful, warm sunny day and everyone had a great time. To view photos from this year’s event, please visit the Moody Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

 

Congratulations to Nelchie’s Cajun for receiving national recognition as the winner of the 2017 American Small Business Champion hosted by SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors. As a winner of this award, Nelchie’s Cajun will receive $1,000 Sam’s Club gift card, an all-expense-paid trip to a training and networking event, SCORE mentoring and publicity throughout the year. Way to go, Nelchie’s Cajun!

 

The St. Clair County Culinary School prepared and served the lunch at the Moody Area Chamber of Commerce April luncheon last week. They did a fabulous job and these students are truly delightful. This team represents students from all over the county and attend culinary school at Moody in the old cafeteria that was renovated and turned into an industrial culinary kitchen. They will be competing nationally again soon and plan to bring home awards again for the third year in a row under the instruction of Chef Melissa Allphin. Chef Allphin and Adrianne Dodgen from Eden Career Center educated chamber members about training available for juniors and seniors in a variety of careers to help them land good jobs for those interested in entering the workforce right out of high school.

 

Teacher of the Year nominations are being accepted by the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce until May 9. This award will be presented at the May chamber luncheon and sponsored by Goodwyn, Mills & Cawood. To submit a nomination, please submit a one page typed letter explaining why this particular teacher deserves the award for “Above and Beyond” recognition to: LACC, 7901 Parkway Drive, P.O. Box 900, Leeds, AL 35094.

 

The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce will host their monthly chamber luncheon at 11:45 a.m. today, Apr. 20 at Leeds First United Methodist Church Family Life Center. This month’s program will present the Fishing University film that was produced and has been shown on the Fishing Channel. Also, the Business Spotlight will be Main Street Family Urgent Care. Lunch is $12 with RSVP ($15 without RSVP) and make your reservation with Sandra McGuire, Executive Director, at (205) 699-5001 or Sandra@LeedsAreaChamber.com.

 

The Leeds Arts Council will present “The Dixie Swim Club” on Apr. 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 7:00 p.m. and Apr. 23 and 30 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00. Reservations are recommended and prepayment is required. This is the story of five unforgettable women and a hilarious, touching comedy about friendships that last forever. For reservations, please call (205) 699-1892 and someone will return your call.

 

Acmar United Methodist Church will host its annual Acmar Community Gathering at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, Apr. 23.  The Church is located at 4107 Old Acton Road in Moody.  There will be special music by Al and Pashion Lewis as well as prizes, sharing and snacks.  This event is free and everyone is invited.  Acmar was a mining community and it’s always fun to learn of the history in our community.  For more information, please call (205) 640-4325 or (205) 640-6719. 

 

Please remember that the WellHouse will host the 3rd Annual Special Event, An Evening in Africa, at the Birmingham Zoo on Sunday, Apr. 23 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Food, entertainment and refreshments will be provided. All profits from this event will benefit The WellHouse Ministry. For more information, please contact Ashley Anderson, Development Director, at 205.362.0511.

 

Moody City Council is scheduled to meet at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, Apr. 24 at Moody City Hall.

 

The City of Leeds Board of Zoning Adjustments, Construction Variance Board, Flood Damage Prevention Variance Board and the Storm Water Variance Board will meet at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Apr. 25 at Leeds Civic Center meeting room.

 

Our 2nd Annual Keith Turner Memorial Softball Game is scheduled for Tuesday, Apr. 25 starting around 8:30 a.m. at the Moody High School softball field. They will play a double header again. Game 1 will be against Moody Junior High School teachers and Game 2 will be against Moody High School teachers. The second game will start around 1:15 p.m. This event raised over $3,000 last year for two $1500 scholarships to be awarded. Join them on this special day as they remember a fallen Hero. Our Moody Police Department appreciates your continued support and looks forward to seeing you there. If you would like to contribute to this event, please call Chief Thomas Hunt at (205) 640-0337 or email thunt@moodyalabama.gov.

 

Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Leeds will conduct a ribbon cutting at 9:45 a.m. on Friday, Apr. 28, at Bath & Body Works in the Shops of Grand River.

 

The 10th Anniversary Tour de Blue is scheduled for Saturday, Apr. 29. The Tour de Blue offers cyclists a well-supported springtime riding experience through the scenic countryside of St. Clair and nearby counties in Alabama. The ride is part of the Alabama Backroads Century Series. It starts and finishes in Moody. There are several exciting cycling routes, including a 101, 76 & 50-mile option. The Tour de Blue benefits the Urology Health Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Birmingham. Since 2007, the Urology Health Foundation has screened thousands of men for prostate cancer for free in many Alabama counties. If an abnormality is found and the patient is unable to afford treatment, the Urology Health Foundation will assist in helping to find treatment at no cost to the patient. For more information, please visit www.tourdeblue.com.

 

Excitement is mounting for the 23rd Annual Creek Bank Festival which is scheduled for Saturday, May 20 with a rain date of May 27 at Leeds Memorial Park so you will not want to miss a single minute of this year’s festival. The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce Corporate Ambassadors met yesterday to work on last minute details and plans for plenty of exciting fun and entertainment including the annual Moon Pie Eating Contest, Mascot Challenge, Lip Sync Contest, Kids Activities and Live Entertainment all day long. Elvis is back by popular demand. Lots of vendors have already registered to be there along with a variety of food vendors. If you are an arts and craft vendor, a retail vendor or an entertainer who would like to participate, please download the vendor application at www.LeedsAreaChamber.com or contact Sandra McGuire, Executive Director, at Sandra@LeedsAreaChamber.com.

 

The 2nd Annual Cruisin’ the Creek Bank Car Show hosted by C & C Motor Company will also be Saturday, May 20 at Leeds Memorial Park. This event will benefit Backpack Buddies and Leeds Outreach. Over 200 cars were in the show last year and we are expecting a larger number this year. Registration is only $10 and they will have custom made trophies for the Top 50 with some specialty awards. Please register your antique car, hot rod or motorcycle in this year’s show and consider a donation or door prize. For more information, please contact Chris & Christy McCombs at (205) 365-7412 or (205) 283-0952.

Job Opening: St. Clair Animal Hospital in Moody.

 

Quote for the Week: “Don’t let someone else’s attitude determine your level of happiness.” ~Unknown

 

I truly appreciate each of you who read my column and I really love sharing news so please send your Leeds and Moody news to me at leedsmoodynews@gmail.com. See you next week!