Gardendale

‘Amnesty Day’ to be held July 11

The Gardendale Police Department will hold an “Amnesty Day” on Friday at City Hall with the intention of clearing a backlog of failure to appear and probation violation warrants. Sign-in will begin at 8 a.m. Individuals who appear in court on that date will have failure to appear charges withdrawn and will face only the initial charge. Those who come in for any other cases will be issued a recognizance bond and will be assigned a court date. Those who have charges on bad checks are advised to call the court so their file can be readied for court. Individuals who now live out of state are also advised to call ahead and not call the morning of court. For more information, call the Gardendale City Municipal Court at 631-7155.



Gardendale

Insurance agents honored

The following local Farmers Insurance agents have been inducted into the Farmers’ “Topper Club” of Farmers’ top sales producers:

• Jeff Rasbury, Farmers Insurance agent in Gardendale

• Justin Gurley, Farmers Insurance agent in Mount Olive

They have been recognized by Farmers for their outstanding sales achievements in 2007.

“Farmers congratulates these individuals on qualifying for this year’s Topper Club,” said Jerry Carnahan, executive vice president of field operations, in a press release. “They are committed to providing quality insurance coverages and industry-leading service to Farmers’ customers.”



Gardendale

Group to meet at senior center

The Alabama Retired State Employees’ Association North Jefferson Chapter will meet today 10:30 a.m. at the Gardendale Senior Center located 861 Main Street in Gardendale. All retirees participating in the Retirement Systems of Alabama are invited to attend.



Kimberly

New cell tower expected to improve reception

Verizon Wireless has activated a new cell site in Jefferson County, according to a press release. The tower, located in Kimberly, is expected to expand its wireless coverage and will improve Verizon Wireless’ voice and data network along I-65 and US Highway 31. Coverage will also improve in the cities of Warrior, Gardendale and Morris.