Bartlett Alderman David Parsons, at left, presents the American Citizenship for Freedom and Excellence Award to fellow alderman W.C. “Bubba” Pleasant at “Pasta and Politics.” The Nov. 9 dinner was a fundraiser that Parsons hosted to raise money for the Northeast Shelby Republican Club at Cedar Hall in Bartlett. Photo by John Collins.The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Pipes & Drums marched into “Pasta and Politics” with great fanfare as part of the festivities. Photo by John Collins.Bartlett High School’s Republican Club received a $500 check donation at “Pasta and Politics.” With them are Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell, at left; Bartlett Alderman David Parsons, center (suit and red tie); and Bartlett Vice Mayor/Alderman Jack Young, at right. Courtesy photo.