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State legislators discuss 2020 at chamber luncheon
Three of the 11 of who represent Shelby County are running for higher offices. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover economy thriving despite retail challenges, mayor says in 2020 kickoff speech
The city had $602 million in new construction in 2019, Mayor Frank Brocato said in his 2020 state-of-the-city speech. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Proposed bridge has not been approved in Shelby County
The Talladega County Commission will have a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 13. Even if they are for the bridge, it can’t be built unless Shelby County is also for it since it will affect the roads in both counties. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Chelsea names members to Park & Rec Board
The 11 inaugural members were approved during Tuesday night's city council meeting. Read more
Photos by Jon Anderson and Erin Nelson.
Gears start turning for Hoover city election: 2020 candidates begin making announcements, discussing issues
Hoover City Council President Gene Smith has announced he is challenging current Mayor Frank Brocato for the mayor’s chair in the Aug. 25 election, and other names are floating around as potential candidates for the mayor’s race as well. Read more
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Plunging for a cause
The 2020 Pelham Polar Plunge, a fundraiser for Special Olympics of Alabama put on by the Pelham Police Department, will be Saturday, Jan. 18, at 9 a.m. Read more
Ellis honored by commission for reinstating waiver valuations
During the Dec. 23 Shelby County Commission meeting, Councilman Kevin Morris said that through Ellis’ efforts, the state law was amended and adapted to include an evaluation process. Read more
Photo courtesy of Lisa Booher.
Adam’s Heart Runs back at OMSP
The second longest running Birmingham Track Club race returns for its 43rd year later this month. Adam’s Heart Runs, one of the club’s most popular annual events, will be at Oak Mountain State Park on Saturday, Jan. 25. Read more
Photo courtesy of Saint Mark the Evangelist.
Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church dedicates new center
Tucked just off Alabama 119 at Brook Highland, the campus of Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church recently expanded its campus. On Nov. 17, the new Parish Center, that will serve the 1,200-family congregation, was dedicated. Read more
Photos by Erin Nelson.
Chelsea set to open new fire station
Station 33 is designed to house five people 24 hours a day, which it will in the future as more staff is added. For now, the station will be staffed with two people who will run the fire truck and rescue transport unit. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Construction near US 280, Alabama 119 complete
The light began functioning Dec. 13 and allows traffic from the access road to turn left and right onto U.S. 280. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Monument for Alabama ‘fallen warriors’ to be built at Veterans Park
Mark Davis has embarked on a new project to create a permanent monument for all military members from Alabama killed in action in the War on Terror since 9/11, and the city of Hoover has agreed to let it be built on city property at Veterans Park. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Plan Chelsea project update given during precouncil meeting
Samuel Parsons of the Regional Planning Committee of Greater Birmingham gave an update during the Dec. 17 meeting. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover council budgets money for potential traffic calming devices in Greystone
Now, a traffic study will be conducted to determine if speed tables are indeed merited and welcomed by residents. Read more
Shelby County teachers of year honored at awards celebration
33 teachers from schools around the county gathered for the yearly program at Oak Mountain High School. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
Sheriff’s Office personnel honored by CTEC students
Students presented three awards to Sheriff's Office personnel for assisting them with career prep. Read more
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