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

 

My trip to Tampa was extremely enjoyable and not nearly long enough. Although the weather was cooler than usual for this time of year, we took a ride on a pontoon boat in the Gulf and I literally almost froze to death. I did see Dolphins and that almost made up for the lack of feeling in my upper and lower extremities. So much for basking in the sun. Next time, I’m waiting until Summer officially kicks in.

 

Let’s get to the news.

 

Weddings:

 

Lacey Skipper and Carter Alvis will tie the knot this Saturday, April 22 at Heathermoor Farm in Moody. The couple have been engaged for one year and enjoy outdoor adventures and murder mysteries together. The two will honeymoon in Lucia for 7 days. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness!

 

Erica Smith and Mason Dixon said “I do” Saturday April 8 in front of loved ones. Parents are Billy and Tresa Smith and June and Donald Dixon. Congratulations and Best Wishes to you love birds!!

 

Engagements:

 

Wedding bells will soon be ringing for Odenville Marine Mason Phillips and his bride-to-be Kaitlyn Vann from Moody. Mason dropped to one knee popped the question Easter Sunday and a very surprised Kaitlyn said YES!! Congrats!

 

Standouts:

 

Charlie’s BBQ owner Scott Holmes competed in the Bass Nation Tourney at Lay Lake this past weekend and placed 4th overall. Way to go, Scott!!

 

Graci Pennington continues to make Odenville proud! Graci was crowned Miss Springville 2017 this past weekend in the 58th Miss Springville Pageant. Graci was previously crowned St. Clair County Miss Outstanding Young Teen. She suffered a severe head injury in January of 2012 during a cheer stunt and as a result her format has been Heads Up for Head Injuries.

 

The 8U St. Clair Storm Travel Ball Team scored a second place victory in a tourney this past weekend. Team Mascot Colton Moore was awarded MVP and was the recipient of the team ball. Congrats on a great job, guys!

 

Fundraisers:

 

The Greg Surles Memorial Scholarship Fund will award three scholarships with the funds raised from the Greg Surles Ride. Recipients will be from St. Clair County High School, Springville High School and Pell City High School. Scholarships will be announced on Awards Day. There will not be a ride this year.

 

New Business:

 

Central Supply Co. has new location in the works on Hwy 174 just before the Odenville Utility Board location. So far, things are going according to schedule and should open within the next 60 days.

 

Margaret will soon be home to a new physicians office! Margaret Medical Center is targeted to open in June and will house outpatient care for internal and family medicine in cluding pediatrics, onsite lab, X-ray and EKG services, diagnostic testing, and sports injury treatment. This office is an extension of Pell City Internal and Family Medicine.

 

BenchMark Physical Therapy has opened a new location at Springville Station. Dr. Matt Kellum and therapist Cheryl Miller are on hand to help you. Call (205) 467-0110 and schedule your appointment today!

 

Goings On:

 

Sonrise Baptist Church will host a FREE Family Fun Day this Saturday from 11a.m.-2p.m.. There will be games, prizes, bounce houses, and more!

 

Majestic Outdoors will host a Ladies Retreat May 5-6. Join them for a Friday night and Saturday filled with fun & fellowship. There will be a time of praise and worship, firearms training, hand-to-hand self defense, situational awareness and other activities. All of this PLUS food, fellowship & fun for only $50! Oh yeah, and you will not have to prepare any meals or clean up after yourself! Visit their website at www.majoutdoors.com to register.

 

Odenville Youth Athletic Association (OYAA) will have cheeleading registration Saturday April 22, and 29 from 8a.m.-11a.m., Wednesdays April 19 and 26 from 6p.m.-7:30p.m. at the OYAA Field House. Cost for the year is $250. Cost includes uniform, shoes, bow, pompoms, raincoat, practice shirt and shorts, bag and warmup. Your child MUST be present at registration to be fitted for the uniform. Please have them wear a swimsuit or leotard to make the fitting process run smoothly. Returning 2016 Cheerleaders can save $65 off the cost of your registration fees if you chose to reuse your warmup and raincoat. MUST bring these items to registration and show that they still fit.

 

Get by Old South Firearms in Argo and register to win a Golden Boy .22 Rifle to benefit the Margaret Lions Club. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Drawing will be June 13 at 7p.m. For more info please call Pedro Pino at (205) 515-0494.

 

St. Clair County High School (SCCHS) graduating class of 2017 will have commencement Tuesday May 16 7p.m. at Samford University’s Wright Building.

 

SCCHS is also offering a Summer Wrestling Camp featuring Jeremy Stopa for Middle and High School wrestlers. Camp dates are June 7th-10th. Cost for camp is $125. For more info contact Coach Aaron Edwards at Aaron.Edwards@sccboe.orgor call (205) 960-8251.

 

Thats all for this week! Send your Odenville news to OdenvilleNews@gmail.com