🌱 New Police Chief In Leeds + Trussville's New Food Truck

Greetings, Trussville! Here's everything you need to know this Tuesday evening. The Leeds Police Department has a new chief. Former Pell City Police Chief Paul Irwin was sworn in Monday night as the new chief in Leeds. Also in the news, those of you who dig food trucks should see a new one in Trussville these days, as Hot off the Press recently opened for business. Read all about it below.

Here are the top stories today in Trussville:

1. The Leeds Police Department has a new leader. Judge James E. Hill swore in new police chief Paul Irwin during a ceremony Monday night. (Trussvilletribune)
2. Will the omicron variant of the coronavirus cause another economic shutdown? A UAB expert doesn't think so. (WAAY)
3. Authorities have released the name of a pedestrian killed when he was struck by a train in Trussville Sunday afternoon.(AL.com)
4. A local 8-year-old pageant winner donated 100 coats to St. Clair County Head Start last week. (Anniston Star)
5. Check out the latest food truck in town. The new food truck in Trussville offers on-the-go fare. (Trussvilletribune)

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From my notebook:

• See why these chaplains love making a joyful noise at 2 local hospitals. (Bham Now)
• The Leeds Police Department hosts "Shop with a Cop," (Facebook)
• YMCA Youth sports programs teach kids the value of teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship and resilience. Register today at the Trussvlle YMCA for Spring Sports. (Facebook)
• Christmas lights are beautiful aren’t they? Where do you typically find the most dazzling holiday displays in Trussvile? Create your own post and share photos with your neighbors. (Patch)

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