layton Dudley
The Chelsea High School football team scored in all three phases in a region win over Pelham on Friday night. Read more
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A balanced attacked gave the Lions a road victory over Wenonah. Read more
Photos by Barry Stephenson
The Eagles offense struggled in a 37-7 loss at Hoover on Friday night at the Hoover Met. Read more
The budget totals around $9 million in revenue, not including funding for capital projects. Read more
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. Read more
Photo by Neal Wagner
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
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The annual fundraiser for the Shelby County Education Foundation was held at Inverness Country Club on Sept. 12. Read more
Photo by Neal Wagner
Chelsea High School dominated Jackson-Olin on Friday night. Read more
Sarah Finnegan
The Briarwood Christian School football team earned its first victory of the season on Friday night. Read more
Photo by Frank Couch
The Oak Mountain High School football team fell to Thompson 51-14 on Friday night. Read more
District officials say they will seek more feedback about priorities with another survey, likely after Thanksgiving. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson Starnes Media
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. Read more
Current Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill and state Representative Arnold Mooney will speak beginning at 9 a.m. Read more
Map courtesy of city of Hoover
The name of the restaurant has not yet been disclosed to the city of Hoover, city officials said. Read more
Photo courtesy of Connie O'Brien.
Holy Family Cristo Rey’s board acquired the former Center Street Middle School on June 11, 2019 from the Birmingham Board of Education. Renovations and upgrades were made over the summer in time for classes to begin on August 8. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson Starnes Media
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Oak Mountain High School fell to Hewitt-Trussville on Friday night in a region contest. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson Starnes Media
Chelsea High School picked up a region win over Carver-Birmingham on Friday night. Read more
Photo by Neal Wagner
The Briarwood Christian School football team dropped its second straight game to open the season on Friday night. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
However, the budget includes $19 million in capital projects such as an 18-classroom expansion at Berry Middle School. Read more
Chelsea Park Elementary
CPES received the honor on Sept. 3 along with a $5,000 Governor’s Award grant to support its continued commitment to student-led community engagement. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Mental health needs and Services in Shelby County was the topic of the Sept. 5 Chamber Connections Luncheon held at the First Baptist Church of Columbiana. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester
Chelsea scored 17 points in the first half and hung on to defeat top-ranked Briarwood on Friday night. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The mayor said his budget proposal is focused on better traffic management, education and public safety. Read more
Rick Watson.
When my life gets crazy, I carve out enough time to visit the rock and think for a while. The sound of songbirds and whisper of the wind in the trees helps me find perspective — to put my life into balance. I don’t visit that big rock enough. Read more
God planted in us a desire to be with Him. Only in heaven will we feel perfect peace and happiness. Until we reach our final destination, we must learn to live with the inner voids that create a longing for eternity. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester.
Trent Howard has played both right and left tackle so far in his high school career and worked at guard and center during the spring. Read more
Photo courtesy of Travis Bender.
All seven of the high school marching bands in Shelby County will gather for an annual event this month. The 2019 Shelby County Showcase of Bands, hosted by Oak Mountain High School, will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Heardmont Park at 6:30 p.m. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
The Hoover City Schools Foundation this year is giving out a record $64,000 in grants, thanks to successful fundraising initiatives, Executive Director Janet Turner said. Read more
Photos by Jon Anderson.
After more than two years of planning and renovation work, the Hoover school system’s Riverchase Career Connection Center is now open and running. Read more
On a memorable morning at Oakville Indian Mounds Park, Trent Malloy trimmed more than 45 seconds off his previous personal best and posted a blistering 5K time of 15 minutes, 52.35 seconds. Read more
Photo by Leah Ingram Eagle.
Riley Scruggs did not look like a heroin addict. A talented artist, musician and athlete, he was nicknamed “Smiley Riley” for the way his smile lit up a room. Read more
Photo courtesy of Lloyd Beard.
Check out details for these two charity events for runners and walkers scheduled in Hoover in September. Read more
Photo courtesy of Liz McGuire.
Vestavia Hills Mayor Ashley Curry will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Harvest of Hope luncheon, a fundraiser for Oak Mountain Mission Ministries. Read more
Photo by Leah Ingram Eagle.
Navigating the death of a family member can be a difficult and lonely road. The need to talk with others who have a similar experience can be a helpful part of the healing journey. Read more
Photo by Jimmy Mitchell.
Spain Park High School’s marching band for the second year in a row will use its Sparks in the Park event as a showcase and exhibition for area high school bands. It also will feature a performance by the UAB Marching Blazers. Read more
Staff photo.
Giggles & Grace is gearing up for their fall consignment sale that will be held Sept. 6-7. What began as an idea from two church members is now in its 12th year as a spring and fall event at Asbury United Methodist Church. Read more
Staff photo.
The Shelby Chamber is making preparations for its Tee It Up Fore Education golf tournament. This will be the 30th year of the event, which raises money to help fund the chamber’s career readiness program along with student and teacher scholarships. Read more
Photo courtesy of John Milton.
After taking a group of eight Oak Mountain High School students to a leadership conference in Auburn in 2013, John Milton wanted to provide a similar, but free, experience for Shelby County students closer to home. Read more
Photo courtesy of Bundles of Hope.
What began as a conversation about the high cost of diapers between a group of women in 2014 has turned into a thriving nonprofit that serves around 600 families each month. Read more
Photo courtesy of Dan Deem.
Mt Laurel Elementary is gearing up for its 15th Renaissance Faire. The event will be held at the school Tuesday, Sept. 27, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Guests at the Taste of Shelby County can enjoy great food and support a great cause. This will be the 12th year for the event, which will be held at the Inverness Country Club on Sept. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Owned and operated by a family out of Maryland, CoreLife recently opened its third Birmingham location in Greystone. Read more
Photo courtesy of SEE Eyewear.
Two retailers will open their first stores in the state at The Summit this fall. SEE, a fashionable eyewear brand, and Peloton stationary bikes will be the newest additions to the shopping center. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
No longer just for golf courses, golf carts were becoming popular for individuals and the need for a retail store was evident. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
A husband-wife dentist team recently launched their new dental practice at the Narrows. Dr. Colynda Vu and Dr. David Ray opened Valley Ridge Family Dentistry on Aug. 5. Read more
The third class of Leadership Hoover is scheduled to start meeting in September, and the organization plans to start a Junior Leadership Hoover group in 2020. Read more
Renderings courtesy of the Shelby County Arts Council.
The Shelby County Arts Center at Old Mill Square, located in Columbiana, will hold a ribbon cutting Sept. 20 at 10:30 a.m. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
The upcoming closure of the Sears department store at the Riverchase Galleria is being heralded by mall managers and city officials as a great opportunity for redevelopment. Read more
The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce held its Community Luncheon on Wednesday, featuring all the nominees for Healthcare Professional of the Year. Read more
Photo by Jimmy Mitchell
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. Read more
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The commission also approved a new three-year contract with WastePro, which comes with a small rate increase. Read more
Photo by Leah Ingram Eagle.
Schools in Chelsea will soon see an increase in money from the city. On Aug. 6, the Chelsea City Council and Mayor Tony Picklesimer unanimously voted to approve an additional 1-cent sales tax, increasing from 4% to 5%, for the city. Read more
Photo courtesy of Jessica Pickett
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender.
The council on Aug. 5 voted to amend the city’s ordinance regarding alcoholic beverage sales to allow sales as early as 10 a.m. on Sundays. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Chelsea Middle School teacher Charlsie Wigley spent the last week of her summer break in Poland furthering her education about the Holocaust. Read more
Here are the presidents of the parent organizations at Hoover schools in the Spain Park High School feeder pattern and what they said about their goals for the 2019-20 school year: Read more
As school begins, get to know the leaders of parent-teacher organizations in some of our local Shelby County schools. The PTO is the go-to source for parents who want to help with events, fundraisers and know what’s going on in their kids’ schools. Read more
Photo by Kyle Parmley.
There’s a quiet confidence surrounding the Chelsea High School volleyball team. That confidence is breeding outside expectations and lofty aspirations. Read more
Sarah Finnegan
The last two years, the Lions have hit a wall in the super regional tournament and haven’t been able to break through to the state tournament. They have a goal to change that this fall. Read more
Todd Kwarcinski
Three early Vestavia Hills touchdowns doomed Briarwood in Friday's jamboree. Read more
The Oak Mountain High School football team notched a 17-0 victory over Chelsea in Friday's season opener. Read more
Photo courtesy of Eric Chambers.
Avadian Credit Union was recently named as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama by Business Alabama and Best Companies Group. Read more
Jimmy Mitchell
Here's a look at several of the local high school football games this week. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Workforce development leader fills Hoover chamber in on efforts to achieve that Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Spain Park High School’s enrollment of 1,637 students already is 40 higher than last year’s official count, but numbers should keep growing. Read more
The baby and maternity expo drew more than 3,500 people in its first year at the Finley Center at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The event raised more than $38,000 for the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation. Read more
Photo courtesy of Birmingham Boys Choir.
The Birmingham Boys Choir, which draws boys from all over the Birmingham-Hoover metro area, is holding its ninth annual Taste of Birmingham fundraiser on Aug. 20. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
The one percent increase will take effect on October 1, 2019. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender
Previously, sales or dispensing of alcoholic beverages could not occur until 11 a.m. on Sundays in private clubs and noon at places such as restaurants, hotels and meeting and event centers. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The mayors want to increase their influence when addressing issues that big cities face. Read more
Wednesday's luncheon featured four superintendents discussing the state of their schools. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Bradstreet will provide leadership for the 170 chapters and almost 20,000 members of the American Legion throughout Alabama. Read more
Photo courtesy of Babypalooza.
The Babypalooza baby and maternity expo is headed to the Finley Center at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex for its 14th year in the Birmingham-Hoover area. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester.
Following 29 years as the Lions’ head coach, Fred Yancey retired at the conclusion of the 2018 season. Enter Matthew Forester, who was promoted to head coach from the defensive coordinator spot. Read more
Todd Lester
The 2018 season did not unfold as the Spain Park High School football team intended. Even so, head coach Shawn Raney drew encouragement from how his players responded to the adversity. Read more
Photo by James Nicholas.
If the Eagles can create the dynamic offense Bell envisions — and buckle down on defense — they could have a chance to advance to the playoffs despite graduating 18 starters from their 2018 squad. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The three-day science fiction and fantasy festival includes sessions on gaming, comics, writing, cosplay, "Star Wars," "Star Trek," and "Game of Thrones." Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The volunteers, mostly men and boys, helped spruce up school campuses prior to the return of students. Read more
Photo by Leah Ingram Eagle.
What started out as Sally Dollar’s hobby of writing during her children’s naptimes turned into a passion, then an Amazon bestseller. Dollar’s first book, “The Gumball Lottery: A Delicious Assortment of Rhyme,” was published in March. Read more
Photos by Alyx Chandler.
Stone Hollow Farmstead General Manager Jonathan Parrish said its Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA, program continues to grow each year. Since the farm began its program in 2014, memberships have become more and more popular. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
Over the years, Frankie Osborn's enormous clover collection continued to grow and even caught the attention of Guinness World Records, “The Letterman Show” and local radio hosts and news stations. Read more
Photo courtesy of Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar.
Sports fans will soon have new place to watch games and enjoy Louisiana cuisine. Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar, offering a gameday menu with a taste of Louisiana, is coming to Tatterstall Park, the new development on Alabama 119 just off U.S. 280. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
Jen Brantley, the director of communications for The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar, said involving kids in the process of making sushi and learning about the history of it has made them more willing to eat something new. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The Hoover Police Department drew in more donors to a blood drive at the Hoover Public Safety Center than the Hoover Fire Department. Read more
Photo courtesy of Cafe Three21.
On hot summer Saturdays, kids from Oak Mountain High School’s special education class can be found serving iced coffee, lemonade and sodas at Cafe Three21. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
More than 150 students from Hoover, Spain Park and Homewood high schools have registered for the Culinary and Hospitality Academy in its first year, Chris Villa said. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
More than 300 students from Hoover and Spain Park high schools are signed up for the Health Science Academy at the Riverchase Career Connection Center, which opens for the first time with the start of school on Aug. 8. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Two days after Oak Mountain Elementary kindergarten teacher Wanda Dye closed up her classroom for the summer, she got a call from the principal that there was a fire at the school and her room had received the most damage. Read more
Shelby County Schools have embraced the down-to- earth work of trying to help students find suitable and engaging careers through programs like Ready to Work and Career Clusters. Read more
For our children to know, love and understand God, it’s important that we take them to church, share Scripture, cultivate character and encourage healthy relationships. Read more
Photo courtesy of Dawn Bone.
For the 2019-20 school year, Chelsea and Oak Mountain high schools were chosen to be partner schools in Microsoft’s philanthropy initiative, designed to spread computer science knowledge to more high school students. Read more
Rick Watson.
The nature of our backyard changed this summer. We have a new swing. Read more
JohnsonKreis Construction will host the 16th Annual Shake and Bake 5K on Aug. 3. The race will be held in Mt Laurel at 8 a.m. For the fourth consecutive year, JohnsonKreis will donate all money raised to Vapor Ministries. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
If you want to run the Ridge to Blazing Ridge, don’t forget your water. The 10.5-mile and 21-mile races will feature lots of elevation change and the intense August heat, so race organizers make it mandatory to carry a water bottle or hydration gear. Read more
Photo courtesy of Alabama Wildlife Center.
The Alabama Wildlife Center will present the eighth annual Chips & Chirps fundraiser event on Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens from 7 to 10 p.m. Read more
Birmingham will be one of eight cities hosting the eighth annual R(un) for One 5K and fun run this month, but the race has relocated from Veterans Park in Hoover to Railroad Park downtown. Read more
Photo courtesy of Style Advertising.
Birmingham Restaurant Week is back for its 10th year. The 10-day event celebrating the city’s acclaimed culinary culture will be held Aug. 16-25. Read more
Photo courtesy of Lloyd E. Beard.
The 15th annual Save the O’s 5K is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 10, in the Greystone residential community to raise money for the Norma Livingston Ovarian Cancer Foundation. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
The Heart of Dixie chapter of the BMW Car Club of America is offering a driving school for teenagers and young adults at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium to help prepare them for driving hazards and challenges. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
The largest CrossFit event in the state of Alabama, Mayhem on the Mountain, is set to return to Oak Mountain State Park on Aug. 17 and 18. Read more
The city of Hoover’s annual National Night out event is moving to a new location for its 10th year — the parking lot of the Riverchase Galleria. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
A 1.6-mile trail between the Inverness Nature Park and Valleydale Road will get under construction sometime this fall in a joint project between Shelby County and the city of Hoover. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Brandon Turner, the new principal for the Hornets, accepted the position in June when former Principal Wayne Trucks left for a job with the St. Clair County school board. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Harleigh Lantrip has been on the pageant stage since before she could walk. On April 14, the Oak Mountain High School graduate was crowned Miss Alabama United States on the stage of her alma mater. Read more
The resolution for the purchase was passed at Monday night's Shelby County Commission meeting. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Cahoon served in both World War II and the Korean War. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
The public hearing took place following the city council meeting, allowing people the opportunity to voice their opinions on the proposed one cent sales tax Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Eight months into fiscal 2019, the complex has had an estimated $31 million economic impact, the manager says. Read more
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Superintendent Kathy Murphy held off again on a recommendation for a policy against disruptive speech. Read more
Families of 386 children were interested, but only 90 students could be accepted for five new pre-K classes. Read more
Residents will have a chance for their voices to be heard, for or against this proposal, at the upcoming city council meeting on July 16, at 6 p.m. at City Hall. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
The five winners for Shelby Chamber Business of the Year spoke at the Chamber's Connection Luncheon on July 11. Read more
Map courtesy of city of Hoover
Greystone residents strongly objected to the proposal. Read more
Map courtesy of city of Hoover
Mayor Frank Brocato said the document will serve as a roadmap in making decisions over the next 20 to 25 years. Read more
The commission approved several resolutions during a brief meeting on July 8. Read more
Photo courtesy of Magic City Theatre On Ice.
The Magic City Theatre On Ice skating team defended their 2018 National title in the open division and won silver in the intermediate division during the National Theatre on Ice Competition at the end of June. Read more
Photo by Kyle Parmley.
If approved, the proposed one cent sales tax increase could generate $1.5 million per year for Chelsea schools. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The grocery store is planned to be built at the intersection of South Shades Crest Road and Morgan Road in southwest Hoover. Read more
Planning commissioners wanted a better summary and new plans for undeveloped areas. Read more
Scroggins was named Alex Dudchock's successor upon his retirement in March 2020. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Members and guests enjoyed barbecue and chili at Saturday night's fundraising event. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover's economic developer, Greg Knighton, said a partnership with Main Street Alabama would be worth considering. Read more
At Tuesday's meeting, the city council voted to award Alabama Asphalt & Construction an annual paving contract for the city's roads. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Residents have complained about having a constant stream of strangers coming to and going from homes in their neighborhoods. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Skies were clear Friday night as moviegoers watched "The Little Mermaid." Read more
Sarah Finnegan
The text of HB 309 allows the president or chief executive of each campus to employ police officers to “keep off intruders and prevent trespass upon, and damage to, the property of the school or academy.” Read more
Melody Whitten discussed the progress of 58 Inc. at Thursday's luncheon. Read more
Photo courtesy of Bigstock
Students are becoming too disconnected from instruction, Superintendent Kathy Murphy said. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The meeting likely will be in early July, Superintendent Kathy Murphy said. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
The building features a men’s and women’s restroom on the front, and a 25-person storm shelter on the back. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The bank's renovation of a 130,000-square-foot building in International Park is taking longer than anticipated. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
But the council held off a decision to extend a fiber-optic line along Valleydale Road from U.S. 31 to almost U.S. 280. Read more
More than 775 people had taken the Hoover Sun and 280 Living poll as of 3:30 p.m. June 3. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
At Tuesday night’s Shelby County Commission meeting, Shelby County CFO Cheryl Naugher presented her 6-month financial review. Read more
Photo courtesy of Main Street Alabama
Helmer is scheduled to speak at the chamber luncheon at the Hoover Country Club on June 20. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
The city council proclaimed April 18, 2019 to be Richard Stephens Day. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Of the 33 nominees for small business of the year, five took home the award at Wednesday's event. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Chelsea Park Elementary hosted a Happy Birthday Alabama celebration in their garden which was constructed by their Bicentennial grant. Read more
Terminal Station exhibit at Vulcan Museum
Visitors can see images and items from the former Great Temple of Travel from now through the end of the year. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester
The Hornets finished the season 26-15 and graduated five seniors in Turner Griffin, Jacob Tinnell, Forehand, Peacock and Horton. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
School officials are proposing a change to the code of conduct that allows school discipline for racist and sexist conduct or language, whether it occurs on campus, at home or online. Read more
Photo by Todd Lester
The Briarwood Christian baseball team lost to Springville in the Class 5A state championship series in Montgomery. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
However, a proposed change would allow school officials to administer discipline when racist, sexist or other disparaging off-campus remarks substantially impact the school environment. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The scholarship recipients were Taylor Edwards, Maggie Ethridge and Mary White of Hoover High School and Josh Stanton of Spain Park High School. Read more
A proposed change in the code of conduct would make it a class 3 (most serious) offense to engage in racist or sexist conduct or language, whether on or off campus. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
The Shelby County Commission and SWWC have agreed to cease their efforts to adopt a local constitutional amendment during the 2019 Regular Session. Read more
Layton Dudley
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The Chelsea girls soccer team fell to Homewood in the Class 6A girls soccer state championship game on Saturday morning. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson
The Briarwood Christian School boys soccer team blanked Springville 5-0 in Friday's Class 4A-5A state final. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson
Playing in honor of former coach Ken Headley, the Westminster School at Oak Mountain girls soccer team captured its first state title on Friday night in Huntsville. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The club also gave out 2019 academic and citizenship awards to six Hoover middle school students. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Local accomplishments honored at Tuesday's meeting Read more
Photo by Karim Shamsi-Basha
Words matter, perspective is big and forgiveness is essential, Lehman told 600 or so people at the Hyatt Regency Birmingham — The Wynfrey Hotel. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Shelby County and Hoover are partnering to add a traffic signal and turn lanes at the intersection at an estimated cost of $600,000. Read more
Photo courtesy of Arnold Mooney
He is the fourth Republican to announce his candidacy for Jones' Senate seat. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The local high school sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Local high school track and field teams competed Thursday to Saturday at the state meet in Gulf Shores. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Carletta Singleton from the U.S. Census Regional Bureau Office in Atlanta gave a presentation entitled “Everyone Counts.” Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
The 15,000-square-foot playground includes features to accommodate a variety of disabilities. A 7,000-square-foot splash pad is set to open May 15. Read more
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