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Photo courtesy of the SCSO website.
Sheriff’s office adds new nonemergency number
Capt. Jay Fondren said switching to the new number is an effort to give the public one number they can remember. The old number, 205-669-4181, will still work and will roll over to the new one. Read more
Shopping fundraiser to help those in need
The Shop, Save & Share Sale, in its 15th year, will take place Oct. 14-25. Read more
Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue 5K Meow-A-Thon reset for Oct. 3
The events are a fundraiser for the Hoover-based cat shelter. Read more
Photo courtesy of Brian Williams/Chip Shots Photography.
Patriot Shootout of Alabama reset for Nov. 1-2
The national foundation provides educational scholarships to spouses and children of U.S. military service members who died or were disabled while serving in the military. Read more
Owl-O-Ween returns Oct. 24 to Alabama Wildlife Center
One week before Halloween, guests can enjoy a fun afternoon with the owls and other birds at the Alabama Wildlife Center. On Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the center will be hosting its annual Owl-O-Ween event. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Old Baker Farm opens for 22nd year
The Bakers and their employees will take all the precautions needed to safely welcome guests to the farm, while encouraging them to practice social distancing. They ask that if people feel sick or have a fever to not come until they are healthy. Read more
Photo courtesy of Wendell Rottenberry.
Unicycle race back for 8th year at OMSP
Participants come from all walks of life and ages, from around 10 to mid-60s. The crew spends Friday evening through Sunday camping, riding and enjoying each other’s company. Read more
Photo courtesy of Jim Jones, ACFS.
ACFS golf tournament to support childhood hunger
All proceeds from the event will be used to support hungry children in Shelby, Talladega, Coosa, Calhoun, St. Clair, Randolph, Chilton and Clay Counties in central Alabama. Read more
Shelby receives ‘Accredited Alabama Chamber of Commerce’ distinction
The AACC program recognizes chambers that have achieved those standards while offering guidelines for those to improve their effectiveness. Read more
Photo by Leah Ingram Eagle.
Plans for new post office location in works
The U.S. Postal Service is considering the potential relocation of retail services provided at the Chelsea Post Office. Read more
Photo courtesy of Wayne Morris
Council approves 2021 budget
The city is expected to have over a $200,00 surplus in 2021. Read more
Screenshot by Leah Ingram Eagle
Commission approves FY 2021 budget
Revenues for FY21 are down over $7 million while expenditures are down over $9 million. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Hoover holds socially distanced Patriot Day Remembrance ceremony
The city of Hoover held its 2020 Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony at the Finley Center to reflect on the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
City of Hoover expects to end fiscal 2020 at least $4 million in the black
While Hoover's sales tax revenues have declined due to COVID-19, the drop was not as bad as once anticipated, acting Chief Financial and Information Officer Tina Bolt said. Read more
Photo by Erica Techo
Hoover to hold 2020 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Finley Center this Friday
The city of Hoover will take time to remember the 2,996 people killed in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. Read more
Staff photo.
Metro Roundup: Whale of a Sale moves online at Vestavia Hills UMC
The annual Whale of a Sale fall children’s consignment sale will take place this year, though the event has moved online, with purchases to be picked up at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. Read more
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