Summer in Hartselle is more than just a shift in temperature—it’s a season of vibrant energy community spirit and new memories waiting to be made With longer days and the sun shining just a little brighter there’s an undeniable sense of happiness that comes after the chill of winter This time of year brings the joy of backyard cookouts evenings spent at the ballfield and lazy Saturdays spent cruising the Tennessee River It’s these simple pleasures that make summer in Hartselle so special and remind us of the deep sense of connection that defines our town we’re excited to highlight the stories of two remarkable individuals who embody the heart and soul of Hartselle whose dedication to animal welfare has made a lasting impact on our community As a passionate volunteer at the Morgan County Animal Shelter in Hartselle she’s not only advocating for shelter animals but also giving them the love and care they need to find forever homes Her efforts are a powerful reminder of the difference one person can make in the lives of animals and families alike We also feature the story of a talented photographer from Hartselle who recently won several prestigious awards in a statewide competition Keith Bozeman’s eye for beauty and his ability to capture the essence of both nature and human emotion have earned him international recognition he brings the everyday moments of life into sharp focus reminding us all to appreciate the small things that make our world so unique we’re on the lookout for the next inspiring individual to feature in Hartselle Living If you know someone whose contributions or journey deserves to be shared Whether you’re savoring a scoop of ice cream from your favorite local spot enjoying a backyard barbecue or soaking in the beauty of our community we hope this edition brings you the warmth joy and sense of togetherness that summer in Hartselle always brings passion and creativity – and stories that remind us why Hartselle is such a special place to call home and website in this browser for the next time I comment Just 35 miles southwest of Huntsville along Interstate 65 Hartselle is a small town packed with homegrown businesses an interesting history and one of the cutest downtowns anywhere Here’s a bit of its backstory and our picks for what to do shop and eat for a great day trip to Hartselle Hartselle began as a railroad stop in 1870 having sprouted up next to the South and North Alabama Railroad When the land proved too steep for the trains folks picked up and moved half a mile south to where the tracks ran more easily Here’s a quick summary of what happened next: You can still see many of those early buildings downtown which earned a listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 👆 Check out our slideshow of cute shops in downtown Hartselle Downtown Hartselle is the place to start and where you’ll likely want to spend most of your time Local shops and eats line the walkable blocks giving you shade if it’s hot out and a cover if it rains 👆 Take a peek at a handful of downtown Hartselle restaurants in our slideshow 📆 Mark your calendars for these big downtown events: branch out a bit to these spots just a short drive away We’d be remiss not to send you to Sparkman Park while in Hartselle pack a picnic or just let the kids run wild for a while 👟 Lighted walking trails + sports fields🛝 The John Mark Stallings S.N.A.P Playground (Special Needs Accessible Playground) + splashpad🌭 5 picnic pavilions🥏 18-hole disc golf course🎣 Stocked fishing pond🏊‍♀️ Hartselle Aquatic Center (open summers) Ready to gas up and head down to this charming Morgan County community Let us know when you go and what you enjoy most All content on this site is Copyright ©  Rushing Waters Media LLC/Hville Blast 2021-2025 Privacy Policy Hartselle-based photographer Keith Bozeman has made a name for himself in the world of outdoor and nature photography and his latest recognition only adds to his growing list of achievements recently won second place in the Nature-Based Recreation category of the Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Bozeman’s passion for photography began in 2002 with the birth of his second child a time when digital cameras became more accessible he naturally started bringing his camera along on his outdoor adventures The ability to instantly see and learn from his images fueled his enthusiasm leading him to submit photos for publication—an experience that got him “hooked.”  His skills took a leap forward after attending a workshop led by renowned photographer John Shaw who helped him see the artistic potential in nature photography Bozeman realized photography was becoming a major part of his life and he sought a way to turn his passion into a career While he experimented with portrait photography he ultimately found his true calling in photography instruction Bozeman said Shaw’s workshop opened his eyes to the artistic aspect of photography “I began to look at the natural world in a different way,” he said he officially launched his photography business Bozeman has since guided photography enthusiasts through Bankhead National Forest His workshops combine his love for photography ensuring his clients capture stunning images in the best light possible One of Bozeman’s proudest accomplishments is seeing his work published in prestigious magazines such as Country Magazine Backpacker Magazine and Outdoor Photographer Magazine—a dream come true for him he is passionate about using his photography to showcase the natural beauty of Alabama “Alabama is mostly known for its sports teams but I want people to see the beauty that can be found in our state,” he said “I have had the opportunity on several occasions to publish articles describing the beautiful places in Alabama.”   Bozeman said one of the most fulfilling parts of his business is seeing client reactions when they arrive at a beautiful location part teacher and part wilderness guide,” he said “I love to take people to special places – places untouched by humans I make sure that my workshops are planned so that my clients come away with amazing images you will be meeting up early in the morning before the sun comes up so early morning and late in the evening are the most ideal times.”  His efforts have gained international attention with articles in Nature TTL (based in England) and Light and Landscape Magazine where one of his images from Little River Canyon graced the cover Bozeman has been participating in the Outdoor Alabama Magazine Photo Contest for years with multiple first-place wins in the past Though he didn’t take first place this year he had an impressive showing with two second-place awards and one third-place award was taken near Point Mallard Park on a stormy day Knowing that incredible sunsets often follow turbulent weather he studied NOAA weather charts and saw a high chance of dramatic light in the evening “The forecast was showing that the clouds would be opening up near sunset so I went out in my kayak in hopes of getting a nice image “I shot this with my Nikon z7 with a 12-24mm wide angle lens I love how the ultra-wide angle makes the viewer feel like they are sitting in the kayak Bozeman credits his inspiration to Charles Seifried a local photographer known for similar compositions Bozeman also won second place in the Scenic category for a mesmerizing long-exposure shot of Lower Caney Creek Falls in Bankhead National Forest The image captures autumn leaves swirling in the pool below the waterfall made possible by a 30-second exposure with his Nikon Z7 and a 24-105mm lens “Caney Creek is one of the few streams that flows year-round in Bankhead because it is spring fed.” he said “The lower falls is a special place because leaves collect in the pool below the falls during autumn The leaves move ever so slightly in a circle.”   another in the Nature-Based Recreation category Taken in a cypress swamp along the Tennessee River it features a serene autumn scene with cypress trees glowing in fall colors “It is by far my favorite winner,” he said “I found this cypress swamp a few years ago along the Tennessee River I wanted to come back during the fall when the cypress trees turn red I have been to a lot of beautiful locations around the US “My wife just happened to be crossing in the path while I was shooting this composition The arrangement of the cypress trees and the light just leads your eye to my wife in her kayak.”   Bozeman said he captured the image with a Nikon z7 and a 24-105mm lens from his kayak he admits he wishes for better light and fog in the cypress swamp image but he is happy with all three images as-is For more of Bozeman’s photography and workshops visit his website or follow him on social media 1/27Hartselle at Homewood Playoff Baseball.st1{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;fill:#2a2a2a}By AL.com ReportsHomewood pitchers Jack Ross and Levi Nickoli limited Hartselle’s big hitters to a pair of runs while the duo combined with Will Dobbins on offense to power the Patriots to a 3-2 Game 2 victory on Saturday The win in the best-of-3 series between Class 6A top 10 teams forced a deciding game on Monday after Hartselle won the first game 3-1 Ninth-ranked Homewood (30-8) scored all its Game 2 runs in the pivotal third inning Nickoli coaxed a 2-out walk and Ross slammed a line drive double to center field The first baseman belted the first pitch he saw for a 2-run double that proved the eventual game-winner Second-ranked Hartselle (28-8) struck back for 2 runs off starter Ross in the bottom of the inning Chris Hutson’s single sandwiched between outs to start the rally Easton Nelms doubled home Hutson and Cole Miles stroked a single to left field Homewood pitchers holding Hartselle to 2 hits the rest of the way Ross allowed a fourth inning single and Nickoli gave up a single in the fifth Hartselle provided drama in the bottom of the seventh when Keaton Nance walked to start the inning and was sacrificed to second for the first out Nickoli got a strikeout for out 2 and Nelms was intentionally walked Nickoli got 2 quick swinging strikes on Miles who fouled off 2 more pitches then watched 2 balls before a flyout to left field Ross and Nickoli combined to scatter 5 hits with 5 strikeouts and 4 walks Hartselle starter Connor Stiles gave up 5 hits and 4 walks with 7 strikeouts in 5-2/3 innings while reliever Asher Doepel walked 3 and struck out 2 with no hits in 1-1/3 innings Homewood’s Dobbins was 2-for-4 with the game-winning double while Cooper Mullins and Jack Bland also had hits Hartselle Game 1 starting pitcher Jace Meadows allowed a run on 4 hits with 8 strikeouts and 2 walks in the complete-game win Meadows got all the run support needed when Miles’ 2-run double in the third put the Tigers ahead for good Hartselle added a run-scoring double by pinch-hitter Lance in the sixth for a 3-0 lead Miles was 2-for-4 with a run and 2 RBIs while Nelms and Braden Weathers each added a double Homewood’s Ross stroked an 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points and save money on big-ticket items like flights Just be sure to read the fine print to avoid high interest rates or hidden fees With a little bit of planning and creativity you can have a fantastic getaway without blowing your budget stay organized and be mindful of your spending along the way Tammy Watson has been a beacon of hope for shelter animals dedicating countless hours to ensure as many as possible find loving homes where she has volunteered off and on for a decade Tammy spends six hours a week working onsite helping with daily tasks and supporting adoption events But her efforts don’t end there—another 10 hours each week are devoted to corresponding with potential adopters “I’ve always believed shelter animals deserve a chance to prove how special they are,” Tammy says Her passion for this cause ignited when she adopted her first dog Rocko wasn’t just a dog to Tammy—he became a partner in her life’s mission From comforting veterans and children as Tammy worked as a nurse to bringing smiles to strangers and even starring in training videos now used by military and academic institutions nationwide Tammy credits much of his extraordinary character to his origins as a shelter dog “Shelter dogs seem to have this incredible ability to appreciate the gift of being saved,” she says showing resilience and spreading love wherever they go Tammy honors his legacy through her continued advocacy for shelter animals Her mission is clear: to save as many lives as possible and educate others about the importance of adoption Tammy and just two other volunteers work tirelessly at the Morgan County Animal Shelter in Hartselle striving to make a difference in the lives of the animals there “So many animals die every single day in shelters and yet people continue to breed and buy,” she laments loving dogs who are just waiting for a chance to prove they’re worthy of love.”  Tammy believes there’s a shelter or rescue dog for everyone Whether someone is looking for a specific breed a certain energy level or a particular size shelters offer a diverse range of animals that can match any lifestyle “I get attached to every dog I work with and see their faces long after they leave the shelter,” Tammy continues “If they are blessed enough to make it out alive it’s always tears of happiness for their shot at a good life.”   Tammy not only provides direct care for animals in need but also educates the community about the urgent need for adoption Her message is simple but powerful: “We can’t be everything to every dog the work she puts into advocating for shelter animals is well worth the heartache “Rescue dogs have done so many great things in the world and I want people to know they just need a chance.”   Finalists from a pool of 16 applicants in the search for the next superintendent of Hartselle City Schools will be announced next week The Hartselle City Schools Board of Education met Tuesday night for a work session to discuss the next steps in the selection process to publicly announce the names of the finalists Public interviews could begin as early as May 12 Board attorney Woody Sanderson facilitated the search process and five were deemed “highly qualified” based on resume and work experience Each board member ranked their top five candidates Sanderson compiled and tallied these rankings and then provided the board with a list of the three highest-ranked candidates along with ranking scores for two additional candidates the selection process has not been without controversy board president James Joy criticized board member Daxton Maze for independently soliciting feedback from the central office staff and principals regarding the search—an action Joy said was inconsistent with the board’s agreed-upon hiring process While Joy emphasized that he welcomes community input throughout the process he expressed concern that such outreach should be conducted collectively by the board rather than by individual members acting alone Hartselle City Schools board president James Joy I think it’s important we continue to function as a unit versus (with) Daxton’s questions,” Joy said adding Maze solicited questions prior to discussing with his fellow board members “They’re not ‘Daxton’s questions,’” Maze replied “…I don’t think I have to ask the board I can function as a board member independently should I choose to do so.”   I wish you would act as a board member that functions as the unit Only as a unit do we have power,” Joy responded explaining that his intent was to gather questions reflecting the concerns of those who live and work in the district He said he planned to compile and share the responses with the board to create a comprehensive slate of questions that are of interest to school district leadership and community “I think we’re all independently thinking about questions,” Maze said is independently solicit to try to find what I think is relevant to this board and to the community.”   The members agreed to work together before the May 6 meeting to compile a list of interview questions Maze also proposed expanding the finalist pool from three to five candidates suggesting that the current selections may not include the most qualified applicants “The three finalists that are proposed were not in the top two candidates that I ranked with my grading rubric,” Maze said we include potentially a fourth or fifth finalist I don’t know where those candidates are in the ranking rubric but my assumption is they would be somebody that I desire to be in that pool there was a small point difference among the top three candidates there was a more significant gap between those and the fourth and fifth ranked candidates referencing Maze’s own comments from a previous superintendent search “You told me you were concerned that we did not spend enough time with these candidates on their last superintendent hire,” Joy said “That was your recommendation— you even had a note on your sheet ‘you’d like to spend more time with each candidate.’  And now that the tabulations have been conducted That’s more about Daxton Maze; he has an opinion but I don’t think that moves the needle on how a group acts when we’re all here with the same representation emphasizing his belief that the finalist pool could be expanded to include more than the three highest ranked candidates “I’m asking to expand that finalist list based on the fact that the three recommended finalists are not candidates that I personally feel would be the best choice to lead the school system,” he said Board member Amy Pace defended the existing process stating that all finalists met the necessary criteria and were evaluated objectively “I thought that was the point of ranking them.”    Maze countered that the candidates he believes are “better prepared and a better fit to serve this school district” were excluded from the current shortlist The next superintendent of Hartselle City Schools will earn between $185,000 and $225,000 annually The successful candidate must hold a doctoral degree and reside within Hartselle city limits the board will release an interview schedule The Hartselle Tigers split the first two games of their second-round playoff series on the road at Homewood last week They defeated the Patriots 3-1 in Game 1 before dropping a 3-2 decision in Game 2 The third game of the series was played on Monday night The series was pushed back a day due to the weather Homewood 1 The Tigers took a 2-0 lead in the top of the third when Cole Miles doubled to bring home Cain Falciani and Easton Nelms who both reached base earlier in the inning Hartselle would later load the bases to threaten for more runs but come up empty They added a run in the top of the sixth when Keaton Lance doubled home Braden Weathers Homewood cut the lead to 3-1 in the bottom of the sixth and threatened in the seventh before back-to-back strikeouts from Jace Meadows ended the game Meadows put on a strong performance with a complete game victory He allowed only one run on four hits while striking out eight Cole Miles led the Tigers at the plate with two hits Weathers and Falciani each had a hit and a run scored Hartselle 2 Runs were hard to come by in Game 2 of the series as both teams could only plate runners in the third inning Homewood scored three in the top of the third when they capitalized on two walks with back-to-back doubles Hartselle responded in the bottom of the third with two runs to cut the lead to 3-2 Cole Griffin singled to give the Tigers a base runner Miles then singled to left to drive home Nelms Hartselle pitchers kept the Patriots at bay as they threatened in both the fifth and sixth innings Starting pitcher Connor Stiles struck out two in the bottom of the fifth with two runners on base Page B-2 while Asher Doepel got a strikeout in the sixth to end the inning in the same situation the Tigers couldn’t capitalize on the strong pitching performance as they too were held down by a strong performance from Homewood’s Nickoli Nelms led the Tigers at the plate with a hit Stiles took the loss after pitching 5.2 innings allowing three runs on five hits while striking out seven Doepel pitched 1.1 scoreless innings of relief What was meant to be a joyful day for Julie and Maguire Pope became one of unimaginable heartbreak the Hartselle couple was preparing to welcome their second daughter Maguire and Julie Pope cradle their daughter Bailey Spring after she was stillborn in October 2024 The couple have turned their personal tragedy into a nonprofit organization called Bailey’s Blankies that provides baby blankets for families facing infant loss we finally got to hold the most beautiful angel we’d ever seen,” Julie Pope said giant hands – and we will long for her every day until we see her again.” In the depths of their grief the Popes found comfort in the smallest things – especially the soft blankets they had packed for what they thought would be Bailey’s first newborn photos Those blankets became a lasting connection to their daughter and the brief time they spent with her the couple has transformed their pain into purpose through Bailey’s Blankies a project dedicated to providing soft blankets and matching headbands or hats to families who experience stillbirth “Our hope is to provide these gifts as something beautiful and soft that families can use to wrap up their precious babies for photos to cuddle and to take home,” Julie Pope said “There is truly nothing more valuable to me than the things I know touched Bailey even just for a few hours.” Bailey’s Blankies works with hospitals to ensure that grieving families – many of whom arrive unprepared for such an unimaginable loss – have something tangible to hold onto in their time of sorrow The Popes invite others to join them in keeping Bailey’s memory alive by supporting the project in several ways Community members can order a Bailey’s Blankies 10-pack to be delivered to hospitals or purchase a T-shirt to help raise awareness through the project’s website at www Financial contributions can also be made via Venmo @BaileysBlankies with all proceeds going directly toward reaching more families A free mobile food pantry will be set up at Hartselle High School on May 3 offering groceries to anyone in need — no registration or identification required organized by Tennessee-based nonprofit OneGenAway will begin food distribution at approximately 9 a.m Volunteers are asked to arrive by 7:30 a.m The event is open to all Morgan County residents and beyond with no income or eligibility requirements Distribution will be on a first come first served basis and will continue until the food runs out Hartselle High School is located at 1000 Bethel Road NE One Generation Away is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been operating since 2013 and caterers and redistributes that food to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity members of the Hartselle City Council approved the repayment of infrastructure cost to the developers for a Starbucks to be built in Hartselle Resolution 25-0225 for WEScorp LLC approved the $210,000 reimbursement of construction cost for the turn lane at Highway and Longhorn Pass for the new business An additional reimbursement of up to $200,000 will be paid for sewer and soil maintenance This second amount will come from sales tax not affecting taxes reserved for Hartselle City Schools It will be paid until either the amount is reached Citizen Will Lackey of Hartselle brought his own issue forward regarding the maintenance of Sparkman Park He said the walking paths have not been adequately maintained for several years Mayor Randy Garrison advised the city hired a consultant and is conducting a master plan of renovations for Sparkman Park A budget adjustment of $25,000 was approved unanimously for repairs of sewer issues at a Sparkman Park concession stand Hartselle Utilities will be offering boring services Interim police chief Alan McDearmond also addressed the council on an upcoming ordinance to update park regulations due to people not leaving after dark but did not pass the motion so that all members could properly review the ordinance 9 break in at the Parks and Recreation department The suspect had been arrested and all but a few saws had been returned The next council meeting will be March 11 at 7 pm City officials met April 4 to begin finalizing plans for Hartselle’s new fire station The projects will be funded with the remainder of a $14.5 million bond issue with individual budgets being determined after the projects are bid bidding is tentatively set to begin in mid-April with groundbreaking anticipated by mid-summer “I am thinking a year for construction,” Mayor Randy Garrison said Hartselle needs a new fire station due to a lack of space at the current Station 1 Originally designed to house one firefighter overnight it now accommodates four as the community grows It will also house the department’s new ladder truck which will have difficulty entering the current station Courtesy photo/City of HartselleA rendering shows the future fire station to be built off Shull Road in Hartselle Station 2 will temporarily relocate there while undergoing renovations The William Bradford Huie Library will nearly double in size The library is currently housed in a former bank building but the new facility will be designed specifically as a library city leaders hope to offer more resources to the community The library currently has computers for public use and plans call for expanding access to technology read a book or magazine and enjoy the space Garrison said he envisions the library providing more than “just books.” “We hope to have expanded hours and possibly Saturdays but we can’t do that with the current staffing,” he said Hartselle currently does not have such a facility and the space will be available for the community The goal is to create a “gathering space,” Garrison said that can be used for chamber of commerce events The library and event center will be built on Sparkman Street the former site of the Hartselle Medical Center – Hartselle Theatre is set to bring the beloved musical “Grease” to life with a family friendly school edition adaptation at Hartselle High School auditorium from March 11-15 This production features a cast of 57 students from Hartselle Junior High and High School supported by a dedicated team of over 50 crew members working behind the scenes This school edition of “Grease” maintains its nostalgic charm and high-energy musical numbers that audiences know and love while adapting the content for younger performers and viewers this adaptation features a shorter runtime for families who want to enjoy a night at the theatre while still getting home at a reasonable hour on school nights Director Lisa King shared her excitement about bringing this show to the community “I want to create a nostalgic experience for those who grew up with the songs and story while also introducing this classic to a new generation.” For the students involved in the production pride doesn’t even begin to cover it student marketing assistant for Hartselle Drama shared why this show holds such significance for her and her fellow cast members “As a student deeply involved in this production I am so proud of the creativity we’ve brought to this classic musical young love and the ups and downs of high school life at Rydell High really just hit home for us,” Stinson shared “Grease is more than just a fun show; it’s an important way for us to explore important lessons and present the passions we have for the performing arts Our cast and crew have been giving their all to make this show as memorable as it can be and we can’t wait for everyone to see it.” Performances will take place on March 11 at 7 p.m for a Friends and Family Preview Night with discounted tickets and a matinee performance on March 15 at 2 p.m Tickets are available for $25 for reserved seating $15 for general admission (adults) and $12 for students and seniors Tickets are available for purchase at https://tinyurl.com/HTGrease A QR code has also been provided on the show flyer For more information, contact Lisa King at 256-612-1208 or lisa.king@hartselletigers.org  Hartselle High School is located at 1000 Bethel Road NE Log in to leave a comment It’s time once again to celebrate the best in business through the Hartselle Enquirer’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards The annual recognition program gives readers the special opportunity to make their own decision when it comes to the best businesses in their community Readers are invited to choose their favorite businesses more than 150 categories from the best walk-in medical clinic to the best lawn care service and everything in between Voting is open now through April 9 online at www.hartselleenquirer.com Which local business is the best clothing store or credit union Best of The Best is a poll that distinguishes fine products of the Hartselle market The rules are simple: only one ballot per person will be counted Ballots are printed in this week’s paper entries must be received by April 9 at 5 p.m. completed either online or on the original newsprint form Winners are determined only by reader votes and will be announced in a special section printed in the Hartselle Enquirer May 28 Entries that have a minimum of 25 categories filled out will be entered into a drawing for a $150 cash prize but entries that are incomplete or do not have complete contact information will not be eligible No purchase is necessary to win the cash prize Entries should include only local businesses Ballots can be mailed to Hartselle Enquirer Best of Contest Funeral Service for Candice Elaine Young, 59, of Hartselle, Alabama will be Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 1:00PM at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Gabe Ross officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Visitation will be Wednesday from 11:00AM-1:00PM... View Obituary & Service Information The family of Candice Elaine Young created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Made with love by funeralOne The annual Hartselle FFA greenhouse sale is back and this year’s selection is bigger and better than ever The sale officially opens to the public on April 14 offering a variety of healthy vegetables and flower plants just in time for spring planting FFA students have worked hard to cultivate a diverse range of plants that will be garden-ready by mid-April ensuring that customers can get a strong start on their home gardens The sale not only provides high-quality plants but also supports the Hartselle High School FFA program giving students invaluable hands-on experience in agriculture and business The greenhouse sale features a wide array of beautiful flowers and vegetable plants customers can choose from multiple varieties of calibrachoa There are also hanging baskets available with Boston and Kimberly ferns you’ll find a selection of heirloom and popular varieties of tomatoes such as Cherokee Purple and several varieties of peppers including Mad Hatter “We hope to see as many people as possible come out to our greenhouse sale,” FFA advisor Austyn Randolph said “This is one of my favorite times of the year as well as one of the more exciting times for our students The support from our community means so much to us Every purchase made directly supports the agriscience department and provides funds for projects and activities that our students engage in year-round.”    A variety of plants will be available for purchase Flowers and ornamental plants are priced at $39 for a tray of 18 plants $5 for a 6-inch pot and $14 for a hanging basket Vegetable plants are available for $30 per tray of 18 plants or $2 for each individual plant ferns such as Kimberly and Boston ferns are priced at $15 each The new emergency department at Hartselle Health Park opened Monday Emergency Medicine Physician at Hartselle Health Park ER A digital sign announces the opening date for the new Hartselle Health Park ER The new emergency department features 10 treatment rooms and a dedicated trauma room Hartselle residents now have access to local emergency services for the first time since the former Hartselle Medical Center closed in 2012 Cullman Regional opened the newest addition to Hartselle Health Park on Monday The facility will make available 24/7 emergency care to residents of Morgan County and surrounding areas The new facility is equipped with the same capabilities as hospital-based emergency rooms x-ray and ultrasound technology to help diagnose and treat emergencies said CRMC puts priority on providing high quality care in Cullman and the same level of care will be available at the new emergency department The facility will be staffed by a full team lab and imaging technicians and paramedics Advanced equipment will allow the team to diagnose critical conditions Smith said the Cullman ER consistently beats state and national benchmarks for heart attack and stroke care and the same quality care will be provided to patients in Hartselle The project has been in the works for more than a year Cullman Regional completed construction and staffing before undergoing final inspections by the Alabama Department of Public Health “It’s a long process to bring services like this to Hartselle,” said James Clements “It requires tremendous teamwork and a strong financial commitment We’re incredibly proud to be able to provide the community with the same high quality ER care we offer in Cullman.”  Mayor Randy Garrison said the new facility marks a “monumental step forward in the healthcare journey of Hartselle and its surrounding communities.”  “With the opening of this new freestanding emergency department we are taking a significant leap toward ensuring that residents have access to critical care when they need it most,” Garrison continued “Thanks to Cullman Regional’s unwavering commitment and investment in our community this state-of-the-art facility will provide fast high-quality emergency services right here at home This new resource not only improves access to essential healthcare but it also strengthens the fabric of our community by bringing exceptional care closer to the people who need it Cullman Regional’s dedication to enhancing the health and well-being of our citizens is a true testament to their vision for a healthier stronger future for Hartselle and the surrounding areas.”  For more information about the Hartselle Health Park ER visit Cullman Regional’s website or contact the facility directly Hartselle Health Park is located at 1549 Highway 31 How to watch Alabama high school softball: Muscle Shoals vs April 28Data SkriveHartselle High School plays on the road against Muscle Shoals High School at 4 p.m How to watch Hartselle vs. Muscle Shoals softballHartselle and Muscle Shoals will hit the diamond on Monday, April 28, at 4 p.m. CT. 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All NFHS Network events are available to watch online at NFHS Network and through the NFHS Network Mobile Apps for iOS and Android and TV Apps for ROKU Brian Clayton has announced his intent to retire Clayton informed the board of education of his retirement effective June 30 “I have truly enjoyed working with you all and Hartselle City Schools I have learned so much in this endeavor and look forward to the success of Hartselle City Schools continuing,” Clayton wrote in his retirement letter to the board the board of education thanked Clayton has exhibited unwavering dedication to Hartselle’s school community support and steadfast commitment for our students faculty and staff have been hallmarks of his service,” the statement read Clayton for his service and wish him all the best in his retirement and future endeavors.”  James Joy said the process to find Hartselle’s next superintendent will begin immediately The board held a work session March 13 to discuss next steps The board is expected to approve a notice of vacancy at its next meeting March 18 Board attorney Woody Sanderson will accept applications and the Joy added the board will narrow down a list of candidates after which public interviews will be held                       2013-2014 2012-2013 2011-2012 2010-2011 2009-2010 2008-2009 Students in the Hartselle High School FFA chapter recently completed a hands-on community service project that brought together school leadership a baseball viewing deck constructed near the Hartselle High School baseball field was the result of a collaborative effort between the FFA program school administration and the Hartselle Parks and Recreation Department “The project was brought to us by assistant principal and athletic director Jake Miles,” said Austyn Randolph FFA advisor and agriscience teacher at Hartselle High School “This could not have happened without the support of our amazing administration.”  Students in the agriscience program took full ownership of the project—from the design phase through construction—gaining valuable real-world experience while also contributing to the school and broader community Participating students included Cierra Schultz “Students laid the project out and built it from the ground up,” Randolph said “This was a major community service project that students had the opportunity to participate in Randolph also credited the role of Thomas Phillips of Hartselle Parks and Recreation for helping make the project a reality “(Mr.) Thomas Phillips is also so great to work with as a leader in our community,” Randolph said The new viewing deck is expected to serve students and community members for years to come offering a unique perspective on Hartselle’s rich baseball tradition “This will hopefully benefit many in the community and students at HHS by allowing them to get a front row seat to the tradition and legacy of some Hartselle baseball,” Randolph said Randolph added that the project is an example of how the FFA chapter continues to grow through meaningful “Opportunities such as this are how we continue to build our FFA chapter and agriscience program at HHS,” he said Funeral service for Robert Dare Sittason III, 63, will be Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:00 PM at First Methodist Church with the Rev. Mike Pope and Barry Dunn officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Burial will be in Hartselle City Cemetery.... View Obituary & Service Information The family of Robert "Bob" Dare Sittason III created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Funeral service for Robert Dare Sittason III Ready to find a new home around Huntsville For more, click here. Looking for new listings statewide? The Bama Buzz covers the entire state students at Hartselle High and Hartselle Junior High School had the unique opportunity to explore a wide range of technical career fields through hands-on simulators The event introduced students to careers in commercial truck driving Hartselle is the first school in Alabama to host the Be Pro Be Proud mobile unit a cutting-edge experience that brings simulation-based career exploration to students across the state “We are very excited to have the Be Pro Be Proud truck on our campus,” career tech coordinator Elisa Harris said “There are school systems all across Alabama waiting for the opportunity to host this simulator experience.”  tour leader for the Be Pro Be Proud (BPBP) van said the program is designed to expose students to the many options available outside of traditional four-year college path we want to show kids that there are lots of different career pathways,” Brugge said “Four years isn’t for everybody—there are two-year programs they can’t just sit at home and do nothing and this experience lets them try things for themselves Brugge noted that with many skilled professionals nearing retirement there is a growing need for energetic young people to enter the technical workforce The simulator stations were staffed by local volunteers who were trained to operate the equipment and guide students through each experience “These simulators are just like the ones used at the community college level to train students in these fields,” Brugge said Be Pro Be Proud is a statewide initiative led by the Alabama State Department of Education aiming to promote skilled trades and technical careers By changing how Americans think about the job opportunities provided by skilled professions we can inspire today’s youth and lead them—and our country—down the path to prosperity.”  The Be Pro Be Proud initiative also operates in Arkansas Alabama’s BPBP unit is headquartered in Mobile How to watch Alabama high school baseball: Homewood vs April 26Data SkriveHomewood High School will host Hartselle High School at 5 p.m How to watch Hartselle vs. Homewood baseballHartselle and Homewood will match up on Saturday, April 26, at 5 p.m. CT. 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All NFHS Network events are available to watch online at NFHS Network and through the NFHS Network Mobile Apps for iOS and Android and TV Apps for ROKU Hundreds of children and families gathered under clear skies April 12 as the City of Hartselle and Daystar Church hosted the first citywide “Eggstravaganza” at Sparkman Park The family-friendly event featured Easter egg hunts for children under 12 local vendors and donated entertainment such as bounce houses and cake walks Daystar Church prepared more than 20,000 Easter eggs for children to collect including coveted “golden eggs” for the older age groups that held special prizes Local parent Abby Howard said her family enjoyed the day “I liked the ages being broken up,” she said “It kept the little ones from having to compete with the big kids.”  said the entire event was made possible through community donations Church members contributed cakes for the cake walk and 46 local businesses donated raffle prizes eggs and candy were all provided through generous giving Local businesses contributing to the effort included Belmont Barber Mayor Randy Garrison stopped by to present awards to winners of the Easter coloring contest Four of the five young artists were on hand to receive their prizes Kameron Suggs (third grade) and Kierra Beasley (fourth grade) Daystar Church has hosted its own Eggstravaganza for the past 12 years Michelle Allmon with Hartselle Parks and Recreation reached out to the church to collaborate on a larger citywide event said the hope is to make the Eggstravaganza an annual partnership between the city and the church saying she hopes to expand the event next year with earlier planning church member Michael Cataline said the team came up with the idea to “egg” local homes instead Volunteers delivered 200-egg bundles and hid them in yards Cataline said this year’s collaboration with the city was a blessing especially as Daystar is currently building a new sanctuary and lacked the space to host the event alone “This was an incredible opportunity,” Smith said “Church shouldn’t stay just in the church walls.”  If there is a word to describe this season of Hartselle baseball the first one that comes to mind is “new.” The Tigers have a new coach Hartselle’s first new head coach since 1988 are back as starters from last year’s Class 6A state runner-up team If you’re looking for familiar faces “It’s been a new year for a lot of people,” Phillips said For a community and a program that has championship expectations there has been a lot of new to get used to.” Despite all the fresh faces one thing that has yet to change is Hartselle’s place on the Class 6A baseball totem pole having held the top spot since the season’s first poll Three new additions have helped the Tigers maintain that high standard of play: Easton Nelms Not only are they new to the Hartselle lineup All three players moved to town prior to the 2024-25 school year “This is arguably the best program in the state you can’t find it just anywhere,” Baker said “I’ve always wanted to be a part of a winning program and Hartselle’s history speaks for itself,” Nelms added “I couldn’t pass on the opportunity to play here.” Coming to play for a new coach who came to Hartselle after 14 years of coaching Division I baseball at South Alabama and Troy was a good reason “Getting that college coach before you even go to college is huge for development,” Marsh said is lead-off hitter and is batting .372 with 22 RBIs 14 stolen bases and a .492 on-base percentage three home runs and a .477 on-base percentage He leads the Tigers in RBIs (32) and home runs (6) and has 11 stolen bases “All those guys have come and fit right in but with the school and the community,” Phil-lips said “That’s really been the most important part because when you add guys as talented as them to the talented players you have coming back and coming up then you have something special.” Even though the new players were already friends with each other and current Hartselle players it still took time for everything to come together “We were close with the guys on the team but you still have to learn to adapt to a new team,” Nelms said “Learning how someone plays and how they practice that doesn’t just happen overnight.” Nevertheless the Tigers made it look easy from the start Hartselle has won 13 of it’s last 14 games outscoring its opponents in that span 105-29 “I think everyone on this team is tough and talented but being tough as a team and playing together was something we needed to address,” Marsh said “Coach (Phillips) addressed it and then the players got together and talked about it Ever since then we’ve played better as a team and no we don’t expect to lose.” Tonight Hartselle begins postseason play as the Tigers are set to host Southside-Gadsden for games one and two of a best-two-of-three series (game three on Saturday if needed) Hartselle has won nine state championships and has advanced to the state finals in three of the last four years While there may be a lot of new faces for the Tigers this season the expectations remain the same and that’s something the new players are embracing “It doesn’t matter who’s playing the expectation at Hartselle is always going to be a state championship “In order for those expectations to not overwhelm you you need to have an edge and I think a lot of us do I’m excited to play.” The players said they’re taking the postseason as a challenge to show everyone that even with all the new surrounding the program Hartselle baseball will continue to deliver I heard a lot of people say that with a new coach and new players there’s no way Hartselle can be the same,” Marsh said “I think there’s people out there that don’t expect us to win as much anymore so we want to prove them wrong.” 1 / 27VASHA HUNT2025 HS Baseball - Hartselle at Homewood playoff baseballHomewood celebrates after a 3-2 win at the Hartselle at Homewood playoff baseball game in Homewood during the Hartselle at Homewood playoff baseball game in Homewood tracks the game during the Hartselle at Homewood playoff baseball game in Homewood Funeral service for Christopher Jarrod Mosteller, 42, will be Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM at First Methodist Church, of Hartselle, with Pastor Greg Hill officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Burial will be in Cullman City Cemetery.... View Obituary & Service Information The family of Christopher Jarrod Mosteller created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Funeral service for Christopher Jarrod Mosteller Community members and local leaders filled the Burleson Fine Arts Center last week to attend and participate in a City Update hosted by city administration and the Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce It was near standing room only as Mayor Randy Garrison spoke about recent and upcoming developments aimed at enhancing the city’s infrastructure and community resources Garrison outlined a series of completed projects and exciting plans that he hopes will strengthen Hartselle’s foundation while ushering in a new era of growth and modern amenities  Garrison said the purpose of the event was to share the plans with the community and to ensure residents of Hartselle have correct information “So much of the information that’s shared especially on social media is often not true and is shared by people that are misinformed,” Garrison said Topics covered during Garrisons presentation included a financial report and updates on the goings-on in each city department Garrison said Hartselle’s financial standing remains robust The city’s revenue for the 2023-24 fiscal year closed at $19.6 million will be carried over into 2024-25 for capital projects Thanks to a steady growth in sales and use tax and increased alcohol tax revenues (now over $450,000) the city has budgeted $18.7 million for the 2024-25 fiscal year Garrison noted the taxes spent on groceries gas and at restaurants from people spending money Hartselle have been the most beneficial Fifteen percent of alcohol tax revenue continues to go to Hartselle City Schools Garrison pointed out the increased costs impacting city purchases He noted that a standard pickup truck used by city departments now costs 65 percent more than it did in 2019 The city’s investment in emergency services has also been significant with a new ladder truck for the fire department ordered at a cost of $2.1 million lost in an accident that hospitalized two firefighters acknowledging that while progress has been made some streets within Hartselle’s 125 miles of roadways still need attention More paving projects are scheduled for the coming months The mayor also outlined plans for new municipal buildings including a fire station on Highway 36 and a library and event center to be built on the site of the former Hartselle Medical Center on Sparkman Street Garrison shared that the current library will be demolished to make way for additional downtown parking Garrison also highlighted improvements in the city’s public works updated street maintenance equipment and recent safety upgrades Parks and Recreation has installed LED lighting at all athletic fields and added new features to Sparkman Park the city is also improving traffic flow along Highway 31 and evaluating the potential for a third exit at Bethel Road The newly established Engineering Department will lead the city’s infrastructure projects including sidewalk improvements and traffic management Recent projects include sidewalk replacements on Sparkman Streets to enhance handicap accessibility a new pathway project along South Sparkman and a grant-funded shared pathway on Bethel Street to provide safe walking and biking routes near schools Garrison said the department has completed Phase 1 of a traffic access management project on Highway 31 improving safety and facilitating retail development Phase 2 will add a traffic light and merge Sparkman Street with Highway 31 with similar improvements planned for Vaughn Bridge Road Further traffic signal and lighting upgrades are ongoing in partnership with ALDOT and plans to reduce congestion on Highway 36 include potential roundabouts near Interstate 65 Other projects in early planning aim to streamline traffic flow at the intersection of highways 31 and 36 Garrison said the department continues to prioritize funding for lighting improvements additional pathways and greenspaces throughout the city business recruitment and nuisance management recently completed a 20-Year Comprehensive Plan for Hartselle and aims to update its Strategic Plan Notable developments include Circle K’s construction plans the addition of Scooters and the future Five Below in the Crestwood Shopping Center and efforts to secure a hotel developer behind Cracker Barrel The department remains committed to maintaining the historical character of downtown Hartselle and expanding the city cemetery on Lovelady Street A question-and-answer session followed the mayor’s presentation with local business owners expressing concerns and hopes for Hartselle’s future pointed out a recent downward trend of business closures and properties for sale and I think we can all agree that downtown is the heart of any small community,” Urban said “What are the city’s plans to recruit new businesses and make downtown better for everyone?”  Garrison responded that the city is collaborating closely with the Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce (HACC) to address continued downtown revitalization Chamber president Jasmine Sandefer announced that Hartselle has been invited to apply as a network partner with Innovate Alabama a public-private partnership aimed at boosting entrepreneurship across the state “We’re considering launching an incubator program to focus on talent adding that if Hartselle’s application is accepted up to $750,000 on the for both the chamber and the city could become available to fund initiatives downtown and further support the city’s growth Environmental concerns also surfaced in the discussion especially related to the ongoing development of land at Morgan Center Business Park Some attendees voiced worries about the ecological impact of construction and expansion covers roughly 135 acres and was established in 2012 which opened its second Hartselle plant in 2023 the Morgan County Economic Development Association (MCEDA) invested $1.2 million last year in constructing a 200,000-square-foot concrete pad in the park Attendees raised concerns about endangered plant species native to the area which they say are threatened by construction “We don’t want to stop the development at all—we just want an environmentally-friendly approach to be taken,” local student Nellie Brookshire said Garrison said the Tennessee Valley Authority conducted an environmental study in 2023 that found no endangered animals or plant species on the property Hartselle native and conservationist criticized the study conducted by TVA calling it “embarrassingly incorrect.” Lybarger who frequently works with developers on large-scale projects had offered to assist Hartselle’s efforts for free collect and clean seeds from the endangered plants and use them to reestablish the area after development was complete,” he said Fish and Wildlife and MCEDA multiple times without receiving a response “It’s not illegal to develop; it’s illegal to use federal funds to do it while destroying federally endangered and protected species,” Lybarger noted stressing the potential for a more sustainable approach Elizabeth Jackson shared her concerns from a faith-based perspective and I believe we are to take care of our planet and environment—what God has created for us We know better ways to build without destroying,” she said “It would be very sad to see a special place disappear I would really like to see something done about it.”  Garrison said he would pass along residents’ concerns to the MCEDA and TVA The evening ended with Garrison expressing gratitude to the city’s partners—including the HACC local schools and utilities—that he said enable Hartselle to “offer a quality of life that many can only dream about.”  Members of the Hartselle City Schools board of education approved a vacancy notice for its superintendent last week Bryan Clayton will retire from his role June 30 He notified the board of his retirement in a letter dated March 6 whose initial contract ended on the same date was offered a one-year extension but opted instead to retire Joy added the search for Clayton’s replacement will be similar to previous years Board attorney Woody Sanderson will accept applications through April 18 and provide a list of qualified candidates to the board most notably the requirement for candidates to hold a doctoral degree a doctorate was preferred but not required Joy noted that Hartselle’s last three superintendents stepped into the role without prior experience as a district leader and he hopes the revised qualifications will attract candidates with a background in school system leadership The salary range for the position is $185,000 – $225,000 annually plus benefits The chosen candidate will be required to reside in Hartselle -approved the increase of out-of-district fees to $750 from $500 A five-year study showed the average cost of an out-of-district student is $755 per school year -approved the purchase of new science textbooks by Inspire and Savvas which lead to schools buying new material to teach the updated standards The total cost for the textbooks will be approximately $314,000 -approved funds for upcoming competitions for students participating in robotic and drone clubs A total of $15,000 was approved and will assist with travel costs and registration fees These funds go toward nine teams who will travel out of state for final competitions The funds come from local money received such as taxes and Tiger Cards The next school board meeting will be held April 15 at the central office at 6 p.m A Hartselle man was charged last week with drug trafficking after agents with the Morgan County Drug Enforcement Unit seized fentanyl pills from his vehicle during a September traffic stop in Decatur according to an investigator’s affidavit the agents were following up on an existing investigation of Weston Cole Stafford and his involvement in the selling of blue M30 fentanyl pills The agents received information that Stafford traveled to the Huntsville and Madison area in a gray F-150 at approximately 8:30 p.m and that he purchased between 100 and 200 fentanyl pills at a time in this area The affidavit said the agents conducted surveillance near the area of the Tennessee River bridge and Church Street to see if Stafford returned to Decatur Agents spot-ted the suspect’s truck at approximately 10 p.m turning east onto Church Street coming from the bridge “Agents observed the vehicle fail to maintain lane numerous times,” the affidavit said “The vehicle crossed both the center line and fog line numerous times The vehicle even crossed into the right turn lane as it traveled past 19th Avenue Southeast onto Point Mallard Drive Southeast.” An agent initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle Agents approached the female driver of the vehicle and asked for her driver’s license “(The agent) asked the female if she would consent to a search of the vehicle and she advised agents were welcome to search,” the affidavit said “Stafford advised (the agent) he had a firearm in the passenger side door and (the female driver) advised (the agent) she also had a firearm in the driver side door.” Agents recovered both firearms and both were loaded with a round in the chamber The agents had been told that Stafford kept fentanyl pills in a magnetic box he kept hidden under the vehicle “(The agent) advised Stafford he had one chance to tell or show where the box was with the pills,” the affidavit said “(The agent) advised Stafford if he cooperated and gave the box containing the pills Stafford went to the passenger side of the truck and pointed out a cross member and advised … that the box was on top of that cross member.” The agent recovered the box and a large number of blue M30 fentanyl pills were located inside “(The agent) advised Stafford that he would have to assist agents in taking down his supplier or people in Morgan County to prevent being charged at a later date for trafficking fentanyl,” the affidavit said The affidavit said the agent did not take Stafford to jail that night but said if he were to get caught again in the next few months he “would obtain warrants on them.” According to the affidavit Stafford admitted to having overdosed the day before and the agent responded that “he was too young to die and needed to get sober so he could make something of his life.” Stafford was booked into the Morgan County Jail and held in lieu of a $10,000 bond How to watch Alabama high school baseball: Hartselle vs Hartselle High School will host Southside-Gadsden High School How to watch S'side-Gadsden vs. Hartselle baseballS'side-Gadsden and Hartselle will take the field on Friday, April 18, at 5 p.m. CT. Don't miss out on any of the action with NFHS Network Watch Hartselle vs. S'side-Gadsden on NFHS! 1/28Stanhope Elmore at Helena 6A Baseball PlayoffsDennis Victory.st1{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;fill:#2a2a2a}By AL.com ReportsStanhope Elmore bounced back from a crushing loss on Saturday to capture a 4-3 Game 3 victory at No 6 Helena on Monday to advance in the Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 6A baseball tournament The Mustangs had won Saturday’s opener 3-2 before falling 15-2 in Game 2 that forced the deciding game Stanhope Elmore will meet Spanish Fort in Round 3 Stanhope (25-14) scored a pair of runs in the top of the first fell behind 3-2 in the bottom of the fourth and pushed across 2 runs in the fifth for the final margin The Mustangs had 5 hits on the day – including No 2 hitter Hayden Anderson’s 2-run home run in the first inning Leadoff hitter Jackson Stallworth went 2-for-3 with Romney Henry and Mack Boswell contributing singles Wright threw 3 scoreless innings in relief of starter Stallworth Wright gave up 2 hits with 2 strikeouts and 2 walks striking out the side after Wright gave up a single and walk in the seventh Starter Trey Lampman took the loss for Helena (21-16) allowing 4 runs – 2 earned – on 5 hits with 3 strikeouts and a walk in 4.1 innings Brody Butler struck out 5 and did not allow a hit in the final 2.1 innings Samuel Odom and Nathan Jones also had an RBI apiece for the Huskies Braydon Kendrick and Jarret Scott also had hits for Helena Ty Marsh slapped a solo home run and Keaton Lance ripped a 2-out single to center field to drive in Braden Weathers to lift No 9 Homewood on the road to win Game 3 to advance to the third round of the playoffs on Monday Marsh and Lance had Hartselle’s only hits on the day Two of the three games were decided by a run with Hartselle winning Saturday’s opener 3-1 Hartselle (30-7) got its runs in the top of the fourth – Marsh’s homer – and what proved to be the game-winner in the fifth after falling behind 1-0 when the Patriots got a run on a no-out bases-loaded fielder’s choice by Cooper Mulllins Homewood’s Will Dobbins opened the inning with a single went to second on a wild pitch and took third on a single by George Brockwell Mullins hit a grounder to shortstop Easton Nelms Weathers went all the way to second to open the top of the fifth on a Homewood error Carter Lee’s groundout sent Weathers to third and he scored an out later on Lance’s single allowing an earned run on 4 hits with 6 strikeouts and a walk Starter Collin Crump was saddled with the loss for Homewood (30-9) allowing 2 runs – 1 earned – on 2 hits with 2 strikeouts and a walk in 4.2 innings Benjamin Roberts struck out 4 in 2.1 hitless innings in relief Coach Lee Hall’s Homewood squad was the first in school history to reach 30 wins 2 American Christian scored 5 runs in the third inning and 3 in the fourth and held off No 8 Russellville to advance to the quarterfinals The Patriots will play Scottsboro later in the week Caleb Hawkins homered and drove in 2 for Russellville (25-12-1) 7 Vinemont pounded out 15 runs on 17 hits to oust Phil Campbell in Game 3 of their second-round series The Eagles (26-10) will play Winfield in the quarterfinals Joshua Rhodes and Rylan McRae had 2 RBIs each Bentley Hill and Braxton Mayfield each homered for the Bobcats (21-14) 4 Decatur Heritage in Game 3 of the series to advance to the third round of the playoffs The Tigers won the first game on Saturday 8-5 and lost the second 7-3 to set up the winner-take-all contest at Red Bay Red Bay (24-7) scored a run in the bottom of the second 2 more in the third and 2 more in the fifth The Eagles got a run in the top of the fifth and finished with 4 hits to 8 for the winners Jeramiah Thorne earned the complete-game win allowing an unearned run in the top of the fifth Thorne struck out 6 and walked 2 in the 7-inning 4-hitter Landyn Lewey was 2-for-3 with a double and 2 RBIs for Red Bay Dallas Terrell was 2-for-3 with 2 runs scored Harley Strickland and Carson McGee all had an RBI Starter Landon Henry took the loss for DHCA (26-7) allowing 3 earned runs on 4 hits with a strikeout and 2 walks over 3 innings He allowed 2 earned runs and Rafer Jones recorded the final out Jones was 1-for-3 with an RBI for Decatur Heritage Brady Wilson and Dylan Germany also recorded singles in the loss Red Bay will meet Mars Hill Bible in the third round of the playoffs 1 Appalachian in Game 3 of their Class 1A baseball series Stidham finished 3-for-4 with a run scored Ross Hudson was 2-for-3 with an RBI and 3 runs scored Will Armstrong and Levi Parrish each had 2 hits Hackleburg (27-7) will meet South Lamar in the quarterfinals Demetrius Hardnett threw a no-hitter and struck out 14 in Game 1 and homered and drove in 3 runs in Game 2 as top-ranked Lakeside School swept past Coosa Valley at Patterson Field The Chiefs (51-5) will play either Hope Christian or Patrician in the finals next week Those two teams split their two games Monday Tyler-Mark Bullock had 2 RBIs for the Chiefs Luke McGowan also went 3-for-4 with 2 RBIs and a run scored scattering 6 hits and allowing 1 unearned run McArthur had 2 hits for Coosa Valley (17-22) Patrician rallied from an early 2-0 deficit in Game 2 of their Class A AISA semifinal series at Paterson Field to salvage a split and force Game 3 on Wednesday The Saints (16-17) trailed 2-0 after one inning before scoring twice in the second once in the third and two more times in the fourth Bryson Wheeler and Chapman each had 2 hits Wheeler got the win with 6.2 innings of two-hit relief He struck out 5 and walked just 2 and didn’t allow a run Trevor Ryals went the distance and took the loss for Hope Eli Bozeman pitched a 4-hit shutout for Hope Hope (24-8) scored the only run of the game on Kainen Bozeman’s RBI double in the fifth inning Wheeler was 1-for-1 with a pair of walks for Patrician Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on 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(WAFF) - The Hartselle Board of Education has opened the application for the district’s next superintendent On Tuesday the board approved the vacancy announcement for Superintendent Brian Clayton and the job opening was posted on Wednesday announced his retirement from the position in March and his last day is expected to be June 30 Hartselle Board of Education President James Joy told the Decatur Daily that he hopes to hire a new leader by June 1 the new superintendent could get worked into the system and be part of making decisions as the next school year is being planned out,” Joy told the Decatur Daily The deadline for applications is April 18 and Joy says hopefully interviews happen in May. Click Here to Subscribe on YouTube: Watch the latest WAFF 48 news sports & weather videos on our YouTube channel The City of Hartselle will alter its garbage collection schedule for the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s Monday’s regular garbage route will run as scheduled Tuesday’s garbage route will be delayed and collected on Thursday Wednesday’s and Thursday’s garbage routes will both be collected on Friday There will be no yard waste pickup during Christmas week Residents are encouraged to consult the 2024 recycling calendar for the updated recycling collection dates To assist with the disposal of additional holiday waste extra Christmas boxes will be picked up curbside on Thursday Monday’s garbage route will be collected on Monday Tuesday’s route will be moved to Thursday Wednesday’s and Thursday’s routes will both take place on Friday Residents should refer to the 2025 recycling calendar for the specific recycling pickup schedule Those without a 2025 recycle calendar can find it online at www.hartselle City officials are reminding residents to adjust their trash and recycling schedules accordingly and to have all items placed curbside on the updated pickup days