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

This past weekend I was part of a benefit to raise money for a close friend of mine. We graduated high school together and for the past few years we have grown to be the best of friends. My friend has been diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer. He has just recently married and has a beautiful 15-month-old. When he shared his diagnosis with me, I immediately sprang into action.

Myself, and several classmates, organized a bike ride and after party, sold t- shirts etc. in two weeks. TWO WEEKS. I write this to say that my community also rose to the occasion. Local businesses – Charlie’s BBQ, Sassy’s Boutique and 411 & Main each donated items to raffle off. Local residents came to the ride and after party. To say it was a success is an understatement because thanks to everyone that participated we raised over $5,000. I want to personally thank everyone that gave of their time, money, and heart. I love my community and can’t imagine living anywhere else.

Let’s get to the news.

The Moore family party of 5 has a new addition and is now a party of six! Baby Cruze was born Jan.12, weighing 9 pounds, 8 ounces and 20.5 inches long! Congrats to Brandon, Jennifer, Carter, Clara Grace and Carter.

This is the 3rd Annual Father Daughter Dance sponsored by the Pell City Rotary Club! This year’s dance is Saturday Feb. 4 from 5-8 p.m. at Pell City High School! Come walk down the red carpet and create memories that will last a lifetime with your daughters! Tickets are $25 per couple and $10 for each additional child. Tickets are $30 the day of the dance, so don’t wait. Tickets may be purchased beginning Jan. 12 at Metro Bank (the Main Branch), Pell City Coffee Company or by Calling Meg Clements at 205-812-5187

Lock up and set those alarms. Thieves are breaking in to cars while you are sleeping. Several local residents have reported the thieves are taking anything of value they can find including guns, laptops, GPS etc. OPD asks that if you see anything suspicious please call them immediately.

Softball and Baseball Signups this Saturday thru Feb.11 (ONLY ON SATURDAYS) from 10-12 at the (OYAA) field house. Price of registration for softball and baseball ages 5-12 is $160; CapBall ages 3-4 is $100.