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'God Puts You in Places': Leeds Teacher Calls 911 After School Is Struck by Lightning, Catches Fire

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'God Puts You in Places': Leeds Teacher Calls 911 After School Is Struck by Lightning, Catches Fire

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

There’s a lot of work that needs to be done before the school is ready to open in August. It’s hard to tell exactly what needs to be done as crews are still looking at the damage.See the Story

Fire Damages Leeds Primary School; Camps Moved to Elementary Site

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Fire Damages Leeds Primary School; Camps Moved to Elementary Site

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

A lightning strike caused a fire at Leeds Primary School, damaging part of the building. Camps scheduled there have been relocated, and repairs are being planned.See the Story

Leeds Chamber celebrates Divergent Therapy Services opening new location

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Leeds Chamber celebrates Divergent Therapy Services opening new location

By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune LEEDS, Ala.–The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce held an official ribbon cutting ceremony on June 2 for the new Divergent Therapy Services location in Leeds. The event was attended by local officials, chamber members, and community supporters at the building’s location on 1389 8th Street, where services are offered for occupational and speech therapy for children and adults. The facility serves developmental, com…Read Article

Leeds BOE declares emergency at primary school after fire

Open the article to view the coverage from The Trussville TribuneLeeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article

Michael B. French announces candidacy for mayor of Leeds

From Tribune staff reports LEEDS, Ala.–Michael B. French has announced that he will be running for mayor of Leeds in the upcoming municipal election. French is a longtime attorney and pastor and has called the city home for many years. Michael B. French After graduating from Jacksonville State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and a Master’s in Public Administration, French went on to earn his law degree from the Universit…Leeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article

Breaking: Leeds Primary School catches fire after lightning strike

From Tribune staff reports LEEDS, Ala.–Leeds Fire & Rescue personnel are fighting a fire at Leeds Primary School after it was reportedly struck by lightning Friday afternoon. Leeds Fire & Rescue According to Mayor David Miller, the fire is burning in a “difficult to reach attic location,” reportedly above kindergarten classrooms. “The fire is contained to an area above classrooms within the tornado proof section of the structure which complicate…Leeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article

Pochettino makes poignant USA squad call on Leeds midfielder Brenden Aaronson

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The playmaker was left out of the USA squad in MarchMauricio Pochettino · Leeds Read Article

Leeds SRO awarded Medal of Valor

From Tribune staff reports LEEDS, Ala.–Leeds Elementary School SRO Evan Kavli was honored with the Medal of Valor award by The Alabama Association of School Resource Officers (TAASRO) at its Safe Schools Conference in Orange Beach this week Officer Evan Kavli is awarded the Medal of Valor for his heroic actions. (Leeds City Schools) Officer Kavli was recognized for his actions on March 19 when a man, who was reportedly under the influence of alc…Leeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article

Leeds accepting applications to serve on school board

From Tribune staff reports LEEDS, Ala.–The City of Leeds is now accepting applications from citizens wanting to serve on the Leeds City Schools Board. “We encourage dedicated residents committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and strong leadership values to apply,” the city wrote. “No prior board experience is required—just a sincere desire to make a positive impact in our schools.” The opening comes as Board Member Scott Sisk, wh…Leeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article

Leeds math tutor indicted on child sex charges

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Former student: "Something was a little off."Leeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article

Leeds Girl Scout creates museum exhibit honoring local veterans

By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune LEEDS, Ala.–A local girl scout has created a media-based exhibit at the Leeds Historical Society Museum, honoring local veterans and preserving their stories for future generations. Aubry Mabery stands in front of an exhibit on Leeds veterans. (Leeds Historical Society) Aubry Mabery, a member of the Leeds Area Girl Scout Troop 30234, partnered with the Leeds Historical Society for the project as part of her eff…Leeds, Alabama · Leeds Read Article