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Drug Raids Lead to Seizure of Dangerous Weapons 10/6/08--11:39a.m.
According to the Sheriffs office, in a series of raids in less than 2 weeks on local Community Drug Houses, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, seized over 20 weapons, including 2 “Sawed Off” shotguns, Assault weapons, along with cocaine, marijuana, marijuana plants, pills, scales, currency and drug paraphernalia. The Drug Houses were located in the following communities:
1. Village Springs – Outside of Pinson – 8600 Block of
2. Centerpoint –
3. Centerpoint –
4. College Hills – 700 Block of
5. Woodlawn Community – 500 Block of
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7. Ensley Community – 1800 Block of Ave W.
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The following arrests were made or warrants were obtained.
1. 74 year old Jimmy Bonner from Village Springs
• Possession of a Controlled Substance - $15,000 Bond
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $1,000 Bond
2. 42 year old Carlos Lamont Tate from Gate City Community
• Possession of Controlled Substance - $20,000 Bond (Outstanding Warrant)
• Possession of Marijuana - $1,000 Bond (Outstanding Warrant)
3. 42 year old Manza Walker from Woodlawn Community
• Possession of Marijuana - $2,500 Bond
4. 39 year old Michele R. Meadows from College Hills Community
• Theft of Property - $10,000 Bond
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $3,000 Bond
5. 36 year old Tammy Blackwell from College Hills Community
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $3,000 Bond (Outstanding Warrant)
6. 28 year old Michael Baker from College Hills Community
• Possession of Marijuana - $5,000 Bond (Outstanding Warrant)
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7. 31 year old Regina L. Haynes from College Hills Community
• Possession of Marijuana 2 - $1,000 Bond (Outstanding Warrant)
• Chemical Endangerment of a Child (Controlled Substance) - $10,000 Bond (Outstanding Warrant)
8. 49 year old James Gregory Jr. from Centerpoint Community
• Possession of Controlled Substance - $5,000
• Possession of Short Barreled Shotgun - $5,000
• Possession of Short Barreled Shotgun - $5,000
9. 21 year old Adam Lee Jackson from Pratt City Community
• Possession of Marijuana 2 – $2,500 (Outstanding Warrant)
10. 24 year old Terrence Wayne Ham Jr. from Fairfield Community
• Possession of Marijuana 1 – $10,000
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $1,000
11. 25 year old Alfonso Crim from Eastlake Community
• Possession of Controlled Substance - $5,000
• Possession of Marijuana 2 - $1,000
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $1,000
12. 28 year old Michelle Ann Mathews from Village Springs Community
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - $500
13. 24 year old Alfred L. Perkins from Smithfield Community
• FTA – Possession of Controlled Substance Warrant - $10,000
• Possession of Controlled Substance - $15,000 "This is well over 300 of these drug houses we have shut down over the last three years and the common denominator in all of them is dangerous weapons" stated Sheriff Mike Hale.
"These are not avid hunters or gun collectors we are dealing with, they are drug dealers wreaking havoc in our communities" Hale added.
Additional arrests are anticipated pending conclusion of all investigations according to Lt. Randy Christian.
In 2007, Demarius Eddins, age 20, of
09/20/08
Submitted by Chris Brown for
Senator Scott Beason
On September 19, in response to the events that occurred prior to the landfall of Hurricane Ike in
“After a week of letting the dust settle, it is apparent that motor fuel supplies were not drastically affected by the onslaught of the hurricane, but Alabamians paid hundreds of thousands of dollars extra for gasoline because some suppliers and retailers took advantage of the situation,” Beason said.
“There already is a system in place to control the increase of fuel prices during a declared state of emergency, but drastically raising fuel prices based on what ‘might’ happen is unconscionable. There needs to be a mechanism in place to prevent the artificial inflation of fuel prices that cause consumer panic. The urgency caused by the oil companies creates a self-fulfilling prophecy of fuel shortages and even higher prices,” Beason stated. “A free and open market does not exist during volatile situations, and those who would exploit people’s fears for a profit should be prosecuted.” Bingo, NOT in the City of
Commissioner Collins statement related to a lawsuit filed today by the Bank of New York
Virginia Doyle 9/12/08 According to witnesses at Carl C’s station on Highway 79, a black car driven by a man traveling at a high rate of speed coming from the Locust Fork direction, swerved to avoid another car turning in to Carl C's. Pinson man taken to UAB after stabbing himself
9/11/09 Today between the hours of 1-2:30p.m., US Marshall Fugitive Task Force were attempting to pick up a wanted person at the 6000 block of Princess Blvd, off St. Johns Ave in Pinson. According to Sgt. Randy Christian the suspect apparently stabbed himself. He was taken to
UPDATE: At around 1 pm today Sheriff's Deputies along with the
Christian said Marshals were attempting to arrest a person on an outstanding Attempted Murder Warrant. The suspect opened his front door and fled to his garage when he saw Law Enforcement Officers. Once released from the hospital, he will be booked into the Jefferson County Jail on the Attempted Murder Warrant with a $60,000 bond.
9/08/08
Coach Wayne Stough and wife Helen have been teaching gymnastics in Pinson for 35 years, the first year was taught at the
Stough said at the age of 71 he was prepared to retire but after receiving numerous phone calls and visits from parents who are not ready for Wayne’s Angels to end he began looking for a church gym or another facility in the Pinson area to resume gymnastics that include the beam, bars, vault and tumbling. If you know of a church or another facility to continue the
Wayne and Helen Stough will have been married 50 years in December.
Pinson man sentenced on Federal Firearms Charges
8/28/08
According to the US Attorneys Office, MICHAEL REED BROWN, 47, of Pinson, was sentenced in the United States District Court this morning by Judge L. Scott Coogler, on one count of Felon in Possession of a Firearm in violation of 18 United States Code, Section 922(g) (1), to serve 200 months and to one count of Misdemeanor Possession of a Controlled Substance in violation of 21 United States Code, Section 844, to serve a term of 12 months, to run concurrently. BROWN was also given a special $125.00 assessment and was given five (5) years supervised release after the prison term is served.
On June 14, 2007, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office stopped BROWN on Old Dixiana Road in Pinson, Alabama. During a consensual search of BROWN’s vehicle, deputies found crack cocaine, marijuana, and Hydrocodone pills. Two firearms were also found inside the vehicle, a Davis .380 caliber pistol and a Winchester 12 gauge shotgun.
BROWN has been convicted of numerous prior felony offenses including four cases involving Distribution of a Controlled Substance in Jefferson County Circuit Court in 1989; Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance in Blount County Circuit Court in 1997; and Assault, Second Degree, Possession of Cocaine, and Unlawful Possession or Receiving a Controlled Substance in Jefferson County Circuit Court in 2000.
Because of the diligence of our local law enforcement, and the continued efforts of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, we were able to get this felon with multiple criminal convictions off our streets,” stated United States Attorney, Alice H. Martin.
(Additional information in Sept. 4 issue.)
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The votes are in for Pinson City Council 2008:
Place 1
Dawn Tanner —215 votes
Brad Walker — 110
Place 3
Cathy Leslie — 32
David Meadows — 144
Shane Shelnutt— 152
There will be a runoff between David Meadows and Shane Shelnutt for Place 3.
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The City of Pinson’s municipal election is August 26, 7 a.m-7p.m. The voting location is Pinson United Methodist Church located on Bud Holmes Road.
Find out the results here no later than 8:30PM, Tuesday, August 26. Election rules and reminders: You must be a registered voter. Cell phones are not allowed in the voting location. Loitering is not allowed inside the voting location. Children are allowed inside but only with parents who are there to vote. Voters are encouraged to cast their vote and then leave the building.Candidates and any of their supporters must stand at least 30 feet from the voting facility’s front door.Write in votes are not accepted in municipal elections.
Not allowed to vote if; a person has criminal felony charges pending or who were convicted of impeachment, treason, murder, rape, sodomy, sexual abuse, incest, sexual torture, enticing a child to enter a vehicle for immoral purposes, soliciting a child by computer, production of obscene matter involving a minor, production or possession of obscene matter, parents or guardians permitting children to engage in obscene matter, or possession with intent to distribute child pornography will not be allowed to vote.
The official results will be certified by Pinson’s City Council who "canvasses the votes" on September 2. A runoff if necessary will be October 7. To win a seat, a candidate must have (50% + 1) of the total votes. If no candidate receives enough votes to win for a particular seat, then the two candidates with the most votes for that seat will be in the runoff. ____________________________________
Teen dies in one car wreck on Hwy 79
8/21/08
By Cathy Leslie According to Sgt. Randy Christian deputies responded to a one car accident on Hwy 79 about 1/2 mile North of Hwy 151. The vehicle, a 2006 Nissan Sentra, was traveling Northbound on Hwy 79 ran off of the roadway and struck a tree. The driver, 16 year old Brandon Ray Tingle of Old Dixiana Road and a Pinson High student, was pronounced dead on the scene.
Witnesses at the scene told TPN that the young man appeared to be traveling at a high rate of speed when his car left the road. The witness said she along with a passing motorist stopped, attempted to help and called 911. The accident occurred around 6:30p.m. Two Arrests made in Smoke Shop Burglary
By Staff
Two suspects were arrested last night, August 13 in connection with two burglaries August 7th and 12th that occurred at Billies Smoke Shop on Pinson Main. TPN news reporter and the Smoke shop owner spotted and followed one suspect who was driving a green van, while contacting dispatch until Deputies arrived around 8:00p.m.
The Smoke Shop burglary suspect Michael Scott Reid (w/m 01/04/64) was located at the Jacks in Pinson. Reid who was wearing the same clothing as in the surveillance video of the last burglary was questioned by deputies.
According to Sgt. Randy Christian, Reid confessed that he burglarized the tobacco shop. He also stated that he took the cigarettes to Village Springs and sold them. During the course of the investigation the second suspect was identified as Cyrus Hamby.
Christian said, “Our Detective went to Village Springs, located Cyrus Hamby (b/m 10/21/60) and took him in for questioning. He also confessed to burglarizing the tobacco shop. He stated that Reid broke the glass in the door and was throwing the cigarettes to him and he put them into Reid’s van.” Reid was arrested for Burglary and Theft of Property 2nd, each with a $15,000 bond in this charge and also another burglary that he admitted to at Mike’s quick stop in June 08 that also had a $15000 bond.
Hamby was arrested for Burglary and Theft of Property 2nd each with a $15,000 bond. (Look for additional information in next weeks TPN) Seniors in
Kaleigh Flatt, Media Affairs Specialist
Alabama Department of Senior Services
Alabama Department of Senior Services is urging seniors in
Even if seniors do not usually file a tax return, they may be eligible for a $300 stimulus payment ($600 if married) if they received over $3,000 from Social Security, Railroad Retirement or Veterans Administration. Filing for the stimulus payment will not affect eligibility for services currently received.
“We are partnering with the Internal Revenue Service and For more information or for assistance in filing, contact your Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-AGELINE or visit www.AlabamaAgeline.gov. If you suspect you may have been a victim of fraud relating to the economic stimulus payment, contact your local Area Agency on Aging to speak with a Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) representative at 1-800-AGELINE.
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Live Audio from this event can be reviewed below The audio file is a total of 1 Hour, 34 Minutes _____________________________________
AYP Reports now out
August 4, 2008 By Cathy Leslie Adequately Yearly Progress reports (AYP) is now out for review. According to the State Board of Education the news is good for Alabama’s Title I schools (high-poverty schools that receive federal funding). Fewer Alabama public schools are identified for school improvement. Achievement requirements continue to rise and the schools respond. The 2008 Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) report reveals a decrease of 18 percent in the number of Title I schools identified for School Improvement; all accomplished as schools faced increasing academic goals. Alabama is moving forward to meet the 2014 No Child Left Behind (NCLB) deadline of having all students proficient in reading and mathematics. "We still have work to do, but our statewide programs and initiatives are making a difference in Alabama’s public schools," said State Superintendent Joe Morton. "The Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI); Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative (AMSTI); and ACCESS (Alabama Connecting Classrooms, Educators, and Students Statewide) Distance Learning have proven track records in school improvement and student success. Graduation Coaches are in place in 24 pilot systems, and 38 local school systems are piloting Preparing Alabama Students for Success (PASS)," continued Dr. Morton. "Recently adopted programs such as First Choice, Credit Recovery, Credit Advancement, On-Line Learning, and Credit-Based Endorsement will further support schools, teachers, and students in Alabama." If a school does not meet the AYP goals for two consecutive years in the same component, (reading, mathematics, attendance in elementary and middle schools, and graduation rates in high schools), it is identified for school improvement. (Check this Thursdays Pinson News to see a detailed report for Pinson Schools.) _________________________________________________
Deputies called to investigate incident
By Cathy Leslie
August 1, 2008 Jefferson County Deputies were called to the BP Station on Highway 75 around 3:30 this morning to investigate an incident in which one man was run over. The BP Station owner Freddie West said, “A man was brought to the station between 3:00 and 3:30 a.m. in the back of a pick-up truck. The driver told West that the victim had been run over around the Turkey Creek area and they needed to use the phones at the station.”
According to Sgt. Randy Christian the defendant and victim gave conflicting stories as to what actually happened. Christian said both men were intoxicated and drinking with each other. A woman was also at the scene of the incident but did not stay around to give a statement.
(Check back for updates.)
Candidates for City Council answer questions
July 25, 2008 In the July 25, 2008 issue of The Pinson News, candidates for Pinson City Council answered questions pertaining to how they would proceed in working in the city if elected to the Council. Below is a continuation of the questions and their answers that are not published in the current issue.
Place 1 Dawn Tanner (I) I feel an open government is not only an obligation but it is the law. The reason the Alabama Open Meetings Act no.2005-40 went into effect October 2007 was to ensure the public including the media had the right to attend and record any governmental meeting with the exception of an executive session. 2. Supporting our schools was a major issue during the inaugural city council elections four years ago. Besides donating money to our schools, in what ways do you feel you could contribute to Pinson’s education? Contributing in Pinson’s education is to be involved with the schools. I am involved by being a member of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) and attend the meetings. By continuing to attend school functions like the A+ College Ready Grant program for PVHS and the Alabama Extreme Classroom Makeover at Pinson Elementary, I’ve emphasized my commitment to all the schools. 3. What do you think about Pinson taking control of the City’s property in the next year or two? The city should be poised to assume responsibility within the next two years. After meticulously selecting citizens for the Planning and Zoning Committee, the committees dedication to educating themselves, attending Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Board meetings, gaining a map room at the new City Hall, and learning from mistakes made by our sister city, who assumed their Planning and Zoning over too soon, the city is extremely close to being prepared for this important task. Brad Walker (C) 8. How do you feel about open Government? Generally speaking, I am for open government. After all, government officials are elected by the people, for the people and the people deserve accountability from those that represent them. There are a few areas such as national security and legal issues that should not be public knowledge at least for the duration of the crisis or legal dilemma. After all the dust has settled I feel the people should have access to the details of the situation so they can evaluate the work their elected officials are doing. 9. Supporting our schools was a major issue during the inaugural city council elections four years ago. Besides donating money to our schools, in what ways do you feel you could contribute to Pinson’s education?
10. What do you think about Pinson taking control of the City’s property in the next year or two?
Place 3
Its obvious giving my line of work that I believe in “open government” as much as is allowed by law. I also understand that there are times when Executive Sessions are needed and why the law allows them. There are only a few reasons a council enter into Executive Session; they are in part to discuss the good name and character of a person, providing that person is given notice and is present, to discuss the discipline or dismissal of an employee or public officer, to discuss property strategy such as new business interests, litigation or law suits I have researched the Sunshine Laws and know of cities that violated how those sessions were to be run. I believe the public should know what’s going on in their city.
I think parents should be encouraged more to attend school meetings, Council Education Committee meetings and JEFCOBOE meetings, not just through council meetings but in other ways that would complement current educators. We have several schools being revitalized, and enhanced like never before in Pinson. But a building is only as good as the people inside. Better schools, more parent involvement brings in more homeowners that will bring in more commercial business as well as funds to the city as a whole. I would like to see more local merchants taking part in the mentoring programs and co-op programs for our students.
I would like to see the city take over P&Z in the next year and the process has already started. As stated in part on the city’s web site, www.thecityof pinson.com, “The residents in this city, from the Palmerdale and Pinson Valley communities, were united in the goal of local control with an overwhelming vote for incorporation. Pinson has a Planning Committee but P&Z falls to the county. . One of the hurdles to pass before this could happen was to have a City Hall large enough to house P & Z information, and a map room. I suspect the process can move a little more rapidly now that we have a new city hall. David Meadows (C) 6. Pinson Main Street: Do you have any thoughts on how to make Pinson Main Street a place for Pinson residents to be proud of? We must improve the appearance of Main Street. Both residents and business owners are to be encouraged to do so. The city could promote a ‘Main Street Cleanup Day’. I will look for grants for improving the look of Main Street.
I would be in favor of that when the city’s budget is able to sustain the additional cost. It cannot be done with one time money.
Open Government is a fundamental right in our democracy. Residents are encouraged to show an interest in the operation of city government. Attending council meetings is an excellent way to do this. Sensitive issues are an exception to this:
The students in our schools are an important potential resource to our city, our state and our country. As such we must see that they have a safe, healthy learning environment. Discussions with the schools’ administrations can help focus on these issues. We have to work in coordination with the schools. A mentoring program using residents might be a way to extend the educational resources of the schools.
If this question has to do with ‘taking control’ of planning and zoning, this is being worked on now by the council’s appointed Planning and Zoning Committee. If the “City’s property” means the streets (other than the state highways), these are, I believe, presently the responsibility of Jefferson County. The city can ‘take control’ of the maintenance of them as funds become available. As a civil engineer I can assist in categorizing those most in need. If the “City’s property” means the property/buildings the city owns, we already have control of these. Shane Shelnutt (I) 6. Pinson Main Street: Do you have any thoughts on how to make Pinson Main Street a place for Pinson residents to be proud of? I would promote the City’s involvement with the organization called Main Street USA (www.mainstreet.org). The following information is exactly what we need to help turn our historic main street into a part of Pinson that we could all be proud of. 7. Are you in favor of hiring a third Contract Deputy? Our current two contract deputies have done a fantastic job and when the need warrants it and the resources are available I would support an increase in law enforcement for the City. 8. How do you feel about open Government? Having served these past four years, I have always pushed for citizen participation. Some of the things I have led the fight in are: 9. Supporting our schools was a major issue during the inaugural city council elections four years ago. Besides donating money to our schools, in what ways do you feel you could contribute to Pinson’s education? As a teacher myself, I would like the city council to recognize our outstanding students and teachers. Those teachers that receive the 2nd mile award, national board certification, teacher of the year, etc. and students that receive A honor roll, A/B honor roll, 200 AR points, scholar bowl wins etc. By focusing on academics we would show the benefits of a quality education and recognize those who teach our children. 10. What do you think about Pinson taking control of the City’s property in the next year or two? Hopefully you and most intelligent people would want control of the city's property as soon as the city purchases it or it is donated to the city. It is ridiculous to think that the city would wait until next year or even worse in two years to take control of city hall or any other city property. The city would be at the mercy of a landlord who might not have the best interest of the city at heart. Please check this weeks Pinson News for answers to the first half of their forum questions. _________________________________________________________ Charges pending against robbery suspect in traffic accident
July 18, 2008
Charges, of Robbery 1 are pending against Lance Todd, a 30 year old w/m, of Pinson after he robbed the Wal-Green Store located at 2301 Centerpoint Road around midnight, July 17 according to Sgt. Randy Christian, Jefferson County Sheriffs Office.
TPN reporters were at the scene on Bud Holmes Road in Pinson where the suspect wrecked his vehicle while fleeing from deputies. According to those at the scene, a witness and concerned citizen, while calling the Sheriffs Office, followed the suspects vehicle until deputies arrived to take over.
Christian said, “Deputies responding located the suspect vehicle at Sweeney Hollow Road and Centerpoint Road. A Deputy activated his emergency lights as he pulled behind the suspect vehicle The suspect sped up and continued north to Bud Holmes Road, where he slowed down to approx. 30mph. The suspect turned onto Bud Holmes Rd and sped up refusing to stop. Deputies continued at a safe pace behind the suspect as he continued south on Bud Holmes Rd toward Pinson. The suspect lost control in a curve just south of Goodwin Rd, causing the suspect vehicle to run off the left side of roadway.
The suspect vehicle over-turned several times causing him to be ejected. Center point Fire responded and the suspect was transported to UAB. Assorted money lying on the ground from the robbery was recovered. The suspect was listed in critical condition. He will be facing Robbery 1st degree charges pending.” Up-date to police chase through Pinson
According to Sgt. Randy Christian a deputy was conducting a routine traffic stop of a small Burnt Orange pickup truck. After running the vehicle’s tag it came back to the suspect Vincent Anthony Decarlo of Pinson. Suspect chased through Pinson ends in arrest3:42p.m. Jefferson County Deputies were involved in a chase today that ended in an arrest of a Pinson man, on Highway 75 across from
The chase first began at the corner of Chalkville Mountain Road and Old Springville Road as the suspect ran from a deputy trying to make a traffic stop. Deputies then chased the suspect down
By Cathy Leslie, Pinson man arrested in connection with A/C tampering on Main St.
7/12/08 Theft of Property 3 500 bond
Unauthorized use of vehicle 500 bond
Criminal Misch 3 500 bond
Public Intox. 300 bond
More information should be available in the next few days. Residents should remember that suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
AC Theft
This morning around 7AM the owner of Spring Street Salon located off Pinson Main Street, found that their AC unit had been stolen over night. No connection has been made to the arrest of Melvin in this case. Additional information will be posted when available.
Accident on
Update-7/11/08 No jail time for suspect in Blake Hand hit and run case
By Cathy Leslie
Today, June 26, 2008 Fred Cunningham was given 5 years probation and community service, no jail time, in the Hit and Run case of Blake Hand of Pinson. Machelle Hand, Blake’s mom, sobbingly told the editor that Cunningham received the sentencing because she said that according to the Judge, Cunningham had no priors, it was an accident and he had 7 kids of his own. Hand said, “It’s as if the life of my son didn’t matter.” Following a two year investigation, Cunningham plead guilty to hitting Blake and leaving the scene. Suspect sought in shooting at Mobile Home park
By Cathy Leslie Sheriff's Detectives have charged a suspect with Murder in this homicide investigation. Enrique Vera, age 33, lived in the mobile home park where the Timothy Wayne Terrell was killed. Investigators believe Vera shot the victim over money he claimed the victim owed him. It is believed that the suspect fled the State of
Sheriff's deputies responded to a call around 4:40 am May 24 where a resident reported arriving home to find a 30 year old Pinson man on his deck with what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
Residents of the Mobile home community reported hearing what sounded like gunshots around 2 am. The 5100 block of
Vera is at large and anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Sheriff's Office at 325-1450.
Three Suspects apprehended by May 30, 2008 Pinson Deputy Jeff Hannah and four other Jefferson County Deputies were on the scene within minutes after the call. After receiving a tip from a citizen, deputies stopped a silver vehicle at the 5800 block on
(Check back for further up-dates.) TPN Reporters Crystal Sanderson, Dawn Borden and Cathy Leslie.
Fees for Non-Users of the
May 29, 2008 Homicide Investigation May 25, 2008
A 30 year old Pinson man was pronounced dead at the scene this morning after suffering what appeared at least one gunshot wound to the upper torso. Jefferson County Sheriff's deputies responded to a call around 4:40 am this morning where a resident reported arriving home to find a 30 year old Pinson man on his deck with what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
Residents of the Mobile home community reported hearing what sounded like gunshots around 2 am. The 5100 block of
Dr. Jerry Mitchell Retiring after 38 years
Deputy Superintendent for Instructional Services, Dr. Jerry Mitchell, announced his Retirement Thursday, May 22, 2008 at a Jefferson County Board of Education meeting. Mitchell has been with the Jefferson County Board of Education for 38 years. His retirement will be in effect July 1, 2008.
H & J employee sets record straight
May 23, 2008
Randi Lynn Hitt who was a PVHS graduate has been working at H & J Pharmacy for several months. In speaking with her mother Susan Hitt she said Randi Lynn has been working with Allen Jones as a Pharmacy Tech. since September 2007. Hitt said, “Randi Lynn is very distraught and has been traumatized by what happened Thursday.”
In a phone interview today with Randi Lynn she said, “I have been instructed by the State Pharmacy Board not to talk with anyone about specifics of the case and Thursday’s arrest. But to set the record straight as to my involvement I can tell you I am not one of the "girls", I had no clue an investigation was going on, was not involved in the investigation and in speaking for the two other employees, a cashier and another Pharmacy Tech. they didn’t know anything either. I am very shell-shocked and have not slept very well since the arrest. I liked working there as a Pharmacy Tech and like working for him. From what I saw he is a very meticulous businessman and he has never acted inappropriately toward me.” Pinson Pharmacist Charged in Sex for Drugs Case
By news staff/5/22/08
Sgt. Randy Christian said the case against Pinson Pharmacist Allen Jones is "Airtight". After a month long investigation Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, executed a Search Warrant, this morning at H & J Pharmacy located at 6662 Highway 75 in Pinson, Al. The Sheriffs office said the investigation was coordinated with the Alabama State Pharmacy Board Investigators. The investigation is ongoing and the allegation of multiple females, receiving controlled substances in exchange for sex is being investigated. Workers from nearby businesses said they saw Jones taken in handcuffs around 9:00 a.m. Jones has been charged with: Distribution of Controlled Substance with a $40,000 Bond and Attempt Distribution of Controlled Substance - $15,000 Bond. Christian said there is no connection in the Pharmacy raid and a raid in Center Point yesterday. There are five reported allegations so far but Christian said they suspect there will be more.
The Blue Rangers 6 and under Pinson Valley Youth baseball team broke The Reds winning streak Friday night
beating them 19-11.
Large Business District becomes part of City of Pinson The votes are counted and in a 4 to 1 vote, the shopping center known to most residents as the Food Giant shopping center will officially be added to The City of Pinson in a few days, along with the Pinson Post Office and property located between Hwy 151 and
Congratulate your High School or College Graduate
The last day of school is May 21 and PVHS Graduation will be held May 22. Once a year TPN accepts color photo “Congratulations Seniors” ads at no extra charge for color. The “Congratulations” ad starting at $35.00 will be published in the May 15 issue. The cutoff date is Monday, May 12. For more information or to get your ad on the publishing list contact TPN editor at 259-3865 or send an email to cleslie942@charter.net. All ads must be paid in advance.
Briefs not included in the May 1 issue:
Education: Resignations-Corrie Garrett-English teacher at PVHS, Kelli Reardon-Science teacher at-PVHS,
Retirements-Cindy Nielsen-Grade 6-Service retirement from Rudd Middle School (RMS), Theresa Taggart-Science teacher-Service retirement from RMS, Catherine Coe-Inclusion teacher from RMS, Nalda Coffey-Pacs 10-Service retirement from RMS, Linda Eddy-Grade 6-Service retirement from RMS, Faye Forse-English teacher-Service retirement from RMS.
Returning from Leave of Absence-Neal Allen-to RMS as Science teacher. By Cathy Leslie, Editor 4/28/08 UPDATE: The two victims are Travis Dewayne Walker DOB 7-29-69 of
Christian said identification is being withheld pending Family notification. TPN will release identification as soon as verification is given.
Mary Cochran vs City of Up-date:
by Cathy Leslie, Editor (Check back for up-dates. Additional details will be published in the May 1 issue.)
Arrest Made in School Burglary/Thefts
Sgt. Randy Christian said Sheriff's Detectives investigating recent Burglary/Thefts at
Fire damages bus carrying college baseball team
4/13/08
Today a bus from
No one was hurt but a lot of equipment was damaged or destroyed. Family members said the quick actions of the fire department prevented destruction of all team equipment. The game in
Pinson graduates Russell Moses and Todd Cherry both play for
Teacher Amy King, “We were meant to survive that day”
3/7/08 One vehicle accident on Highway 79 3/6/08
1:55 Crystal Sanderson, TPN reporter is on the scene of a one vehicle accident on Highway 79 at which one male has been transported by life savor in critical condition. A second male was transported by Blount EMS. The vehicle that left the roadway is a pick-up truck. (more information when available) Special report (April 4, 2008)
Jefferson County Schools are letting out at 1:30 today due to incoming weather conditions.
Offender sought in three Robberies An offender, w/m (25-35 y.o.a.), entered the CVS on
Student Program hopes to divert a Prom night Tragedy
Peer Helpers and DECA members at
By no coincidence, this program is presented two days before the prom. It is hoped that students will think before they drink and drive. Information provided by Randell Smith,
Charter Bus flips with 5th graders from Bryan Elementary Morris 3/28/08 Transfer Application information update According to Nez Calhoun, PIO Jefferson County Board of Education, "transfers into the following schools may be limited for the 2008-2009 school year: Pinson Valley High, Rudd Middle, Johnson Elementary and Pinson Elementary. Other schools included are; Clay-Chalkville High, Clay-Chalkville Middle, Clay Elementary, Chalkville Elementary; Shades Valley High, Irondale Middle, Gresham Elementary, Irondale Community, and Grantswood Community School. Students desiring to attend one of these schools should request an alternate school not included in the above list".
For on line applications please see the Jefferson County BOE web site www.jefcoed.com. Transfer Applications now accepted By Cathy Leslie According to the Jefferson County Board of Education they will be accepting applications for transfer for the 2008-2009 school year beginning March 14, 2008. Applications for transfer are due in the office of the Department of Student Services, 1800 21st Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35209 no later than 4:00 P. M. on June 1, 2008. Applicants are reminded that transfers into certain schools may be limited. The JefcoEd web page has a downloadable transfer application for convenience. Application may be left at the local school or the department of student services at the Board of Education's central office buildingState Board to Meet Thursday The Alabama Board of Education will hold its monthly K-12 meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, 2008. It will be held in
Agenda items will include: A Public Hearing for Alabama Administrative Procedures Act Announce Intent to Amend Alabama Administrative Code, Sections 290-3-1-.02, and 290-4-2-.02, both pertaining to high school graduation or diploma requirements.
Resolution Approving the
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