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Photo courtesy of Valerie Barber.
A lasting legacy
Tony Nivens ‘never rested’ in preserving Chelsea’s history. Read more
Photo courtesy of Lily of the Cahaba Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Hoover area residents honored by state DAR
Two Hoover-area residents were honored at the recent State Conference of the Alabama Society Daughters of the American Revolution (ASDAR). Read more
Hoover Belles serve Ronald McDonald House
The heart of the Hoover Belle Program is community service, and eight senior Hoover Belles recently took this commitment quite seriously. Read more
Submitted by Symphony Volunteer Council
SVC holds March social
The Symphony Volunteer Council shared many pieces of art, as well as wine and hors d’oeuvres, with members and guests at its March social. Read more
Layton Dudley
Fido Fest 2019 brings pups to The Summit
The 4th Annual Fido Fest took place Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in The Summit parking lot near Swoozies and Orvis. Read more
Country club plans new memorial tourney
After losing one of their longtime golf teaching professionals last summer, members and staff of Inverness Country Club plan to honor him with an upcoming golf tournament. Read more
Staff photo.
Fire at the Foothills cook-off to benefit Chelsea Fire, Kiwanis
The Chelsea Kiwanis Club will host its Fire at the Foothills BBQ & Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, April 6, at Chelsea City Hall. Read more
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Annual fundraiser for King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary returns April 17
The King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary, a volunteer group that supports the King’s Home, will hold its largest annual fundraiser April 17. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Junior League preps for Bargain Carousel at Hoover shopping center
The Junior League of Birmingham is preparing to host its 27th annual Bargain Carousel shopping fundraiser at the former Winn-Dixie shopping center, off Alabama 150 in Hoover, on April 25, 27 and 28. Read more
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Dog lovers unite for Fido Fest at The Summit
The fourth annual Fido Fest, an event for pet owners and their dogs, will be March 30 at The Summit. Read more
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Mt Laurel celebrates 19th annual Spring Fest on April 6
The annual Spring Fest in the Town of Mt Laurel returns for its 19th year from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 6. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Celebrate Hoover Day scheduled for April 27
The city’s annual Celebrate Hoover Day at Veterans Park returns for its 13th year on Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
Step into spring with runs, walks
For residents along the U.S. 280 corridor, there are numerous runs and walks to choose from in April. Read more
2019 Household Hazardous Waste Day set for April 13
It’s time for spring cleaning again, and the city of Hoover is gearing up for its 21st annual Household Hazardous Waste Day. Read more
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Assisting ‘all ages at all stages’
M4A offers free meals and support groups for relative caregivers and grandparents. Read more
Photos by Kamp Fender.
The fungus among us
When Tim Pfitzer forages for mushrooms, occasionally in the wooded land outside of Oak Mountain State Park and around Mt Laurel, he usually carries a large five-gallon bucket. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender.
New Hope church celebrates 190 years in the community
Alabama was still a brand new state — mostly occupied by forest and farmland — when New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church started as a small prayer meeting in 1828. Read more
Hoover chamber salutes 2018 public safety workers of the year
The chamber honored the top police officers, firefighter, paramedic, detention officer and 911 operator. Read more
King’s Home Auxiliary hosts Valentine lunch
On Feb. 14, members of the King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary hosted a Valentine’s Day luncheon. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover hires Vestavia Hills deputy clerk to replace Margie Handley as city clerk
Wendy Dickerson has worked in the Vestavia Hills city clerk's office for more than 19 years and been deputy clerk for about 15 years. Read more
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The Tot Spot
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Family Storytime with Mr. Mac
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Chelsea farmers market-
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Earth Month Party 2019-
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PJ Story Time
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