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Courtesy of Oak Mountain State Park.
Oak Mountain to get spooky with Camp-O-Ween
Oak Mountain State Park is hosting their second Camp-O-Ween event Oct. 27, 6-10 p.m. more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Crowd fills Meadowbrook post office to dedicate facility to fallen Marine from Hoover
The post office at 1900 Corporate Drive has been designated the Lance Corporal Thomas E. Rivers Post Office Building. more
Photo courtesy of Tom and Charon Rivers
Meadowbrook post office to be named after fallen Marine from Hoover
The facility next week will be dedicated as the Lance Corporal Thomas E. Rivers Post Office Building. more
Photo by Billie and Mike Holleman
Summer Photo Contest Winners
280 Living would like to thank all of the community members who participated in this year’s contest. more
OMHS alumna wins Miss Iron City Pageant
Her platform, “Raise Your Voice for Children,” addresses impoverished children and their family’s needs. more
Submitted by David Nowak, Narrows HOA
Narrows residents hold summer events
It was a busy summer for neighbors in the Narrows. The homeowners association planned a number of events for residents to enjoy. more
Submitted by Renee Fenn
Forge and Deep South partner for breast cancer survivor retreat
The retreat provided a safe environment for all to address and confront fears. more
Photo courtesy of Asbury United Methodist Church
Giggles and Grace consignment sale to benefit Asbury UMC children’s ministry
All proceeds will go towards the church’s children's ministry. more
Photo by Erica Techo
Walk arm-in-arm with vets to support Blind Rehab Center
The Arm-in-Arm Walk, benefiting the Southeastern Blind Rehabilitation Center (SBRC) Alumni Association, will return to Veterans Park on Sept. 29 for its second year. more
Photo courtesy of Bundles of Hope Diaper Bank
Bundles of Hope ‘Stuff the Bus’ drive to ease diaper need
This year, Bundles of Hope has raised their goal from 150,000 diapers collected last year to 200,000. more
Photo courtesy of Jill Bensinger
Mt Laurel Renaissance Faire returns Sept. 28
The school will be hosting its annual Renaissance Faire and silent auction, 5:30-8 p.m., on Sept. 28. more
Photo courtesy of Lifeline Children’s Services
R(un) for One 5K to support orphans around the globe
All proceeds from the run will benefit Lifeline Children’s Services (un)adopted ministry. more
Photo courtesy of Oak Mountain Missions Ministries
Give for a good cause at Sept. 11 Harvest of Hope Luncheon
All funds from the event will benefit individuals and families in the Birmingham area who need financial assistance through Oak Mountain Missions Ministries. more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan
Community Grief Support Services starts fall program for spouses
The organization also offers programs dealing with the loss of siblings, parents, children or grandparents at other locations throughout Birmingham. more
Photo by Layton Dudley
Sample the county at 11th annual Taste of Shelby County
Some of the vendors include Bellini’s, Revolve Kitchen and Brew, Joe’s Italian, Newk’s, K&J’s Elegant Pastries, Simply Infused and Chick-Fil-A Greystone. more
Pfefferkorn named CEO, president of Birmingham Zoo
As CEO and president, Pfefferkorn said he doesn’t want to make any big changes to the zoo but rather focus on completing the new front entrance and completing the Asian Passage. more
It's the climb
Thomas’ participation in the Leadville Race Series in August was a chance to prove that taste for competition could outweigh an extreme physical challenge. more
Shelby County resident prepares for Miss America
To prepare for the Miss America competition, Walker said she will continue to work out and practice a healthy lifestyle. more
OMSP offers falconry hunting program
Falconry is regulated by state and federal guidelines, and those interested in the sport must apprentice with an experienced falconer before being able to practice independently. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Skating to the top
Oak Mountain High School junior Rebecca Zaharko is part of the Magic City Theatre on Ice team that recently won the national championships. more
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