(Un)retirement
For 66-year-old Greystone Park resident Connie Allen, retiring from her teaching job last year wasn’t about taking it easy. Read more
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Kamp Fender
The Reset: Lady Hornets improve to 4-0 in area
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Chelsea Council to vote Tuesday on sewer agreement
Chelsea issued a press release with details of its proposed agreement with Southwest Water Company on Friday, Jan. 18. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Hoover mayor stresses diversity in 2019 state-of-the-city address
"When we listen to each other, our differences will be leveraged to make us stronger," the mayor told the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender
All-South Metro Football Team: Hand named Defensive POY
Briarwood's Mark Hand is among the many local players honored on the inaugural Starnes Publishing All-South Metro football team. Read more
Kamp Fender
The Reset: Basketball teams open area play
The local sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
County commissioners reflect on Estes’ career tenure, present infrastructural updates
County Manager Alex Dudchock took a moment to acknowledge Winston Estes, who has worked as the county’s IT director for 30 years, as he prepares to retire. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
AAI encourages Shelby chamber members to speak to legislators about infrastructure
AAI president and chief executive officer, Jim Page, broke down a number of facts about not just the state of Shelby County’s infrastructure, but the state of Alabama’s infrastructure as a whole. Read more
Layout provided by Hoover City Schools
Hoover eyes December 2020 completion date for Berry Middle School addition
The 18-classroom addition still requires approval from the Hoover school board. Read more
Image courtesy of city of Hoover
Public hearing set this Thursday for Hoover comprehensive plan
The plan was unveiled in October and is nearing time for adoption. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover City Council asks Legislature to allow property tax increase election
Hoover school officials are seeking to raise the city's property taxes by 2.4 mills to benefit the school system. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Local teams complete holiday tournaments
Area high school sports teams were in action over the holiday break. Read more
Hoover committee takes nominations for 2019 Finley Awards for strong character
The award is given each year to one Hoover City Schools employee and one senior at each of the two public high schools in Hoover. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester
Forester named new Lions coach
Matthew Forester was announced as the new Briarwood Christian School football coach on Wednesday, Dec. 26. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender
Pre-K, character education critical for state's future, attorney tells Hoover chamber
Attorney and author Liz Huntley said the love and nurturing she received in preschool turned her life around after starting in a dysfunctional family. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
City council recognizes CHMS cheerleaders, welcomes new business
With all council members present, the Chelsea City Council acknowledged, voted on and carried two annexation ordinances at the Dec. 18 meeting. Read more
Kamp Fender
The Reset: Local basketball teams approach Christmas tournaments
Area high school basketball teams have been in action recently. Read more
Sam Chandler
Chelsea holds 19th annual Christmas Parade
The event featured more than 80 floats representing local business, churches, schools and civic groups. Read more
Anne Dawson
Meadow Brook Runs perseveres through cold, rain
The race was delayed a few minutes because of the combination of the long line for packet pick-up and the weather. Read more
Kyle Parmley
All-South Metro Volleyball Team: Schmer earns 1st team honors
Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Briarwood each had players named to the inaugural Starnes Publishing All-South Metro Volleyball Team. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Wildlife center unveils Shelby the bald eagle
The wildlife center held an official ribbon cutting for its new mew and introduced its newest resident on Dec. 15. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover names tech coach Karen Darroch as 2018-19 Elementary Teacher of the Year
Darroch serves as the technology coach for Bluff Park, Deer Valley and Greystone elementary schools. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
County commission approves recreational trails program grant application
At the Dec. 10 meeting, the Shelby County Commission approved a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grant application that will assist in providing recreational trails in the Shelby County Cahaba River Park and Forever Wild Land Trust. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Basketball, track take center stage
Local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
South Shelby Chamber of Commerce presents Diamond Awards
At its last luncheon of the year, the South Shelby Chamber of Commerce presented their annual Diamond Awards Dec. 6. The awards recognize various businesses, nonprofits and individuals that have made a significant impact on their community. Read more
Photo by James Nicholas
The Reset: Yancey retires, indoor track and field season begins
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo courtesy of the City of Hoover
Hoover postpones Christmas tree lighting after threats of protest due to police shooting
City officials called for unity and healing in the community and prayers for the family of the 21-year-old man shot by a Hoover police officer on Thanksgiving night. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
County commission approves board and committee appointments, braces for legal action against zoning violation
During their meeting on Nov. 26, the Shelby County Commission voted to accept and approve the county’s board and committee appointments. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Birmingham Council opposes Cahaba Beach Road project
The proposed project would reconnect Cahaba Beach Road and Sicard Hollow Road over the Little Cahaba River. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
Case for Cahaba Valley Road subdivision approved
The lots will eventually become a community of homes called Buckhorn Valley Estates. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover school board calls for property tax increase election
The board also discussed classroom additions at two schools and approved a pay raise for classified employees. Read more
Shelby County Commission approves McLeod Software incentive agreement
At the Nov. 13 meeting, the Shelby County Commission held a public hearing concerning a project development agreement with a trucking and logistics software company. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hundreds attend first Salute to Veterans Ball at Hoover's Finley Center
The guest speaker was Medal of Honor recipient and retired Army Command Sgt. Major Bennie Adkins of Opelika. Read more
Photo by Jasmyne Ray
Chelsea City Council recognizes local businesses, encourages fall spirit
During the Nov. 6 meeting, the Chelsea City Council awarded certificates of recognition to the winners of the first annual fall storefront decoration competition. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
Most incumbents hold on to seats after election
No challenger for the state legislature was able to pull off an upset in the U.S. 280 corridor. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover kicks off 2018 Thank A Vet Week
About 250 people attended a celebration at the Hoover Public Library Sunday afternoon. Read more
Jasmyne Ray
South Shelby County Chamber of Commerce spotlights Kidz Outdoors
Kidz Outdoors Inc. works to raise money for different organizations and hospitals that focus their efforts on childhood cancer and disease research. Read more
Dudchock reviews county progress at chamber luncheon
Various capital projects and initiatives were approved and begun in the past year, with $6.3 million having gone towards the Shelby County Highway Department for different road work projects. Read more
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