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Briarwood student achieves top ACT score
Taylor Michelle York, daughter of Mike and Robin York and a senior at Briarwood Christian High School, earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36. more
Symphony volunteers celebrate start of new season
The Symphony Volunteer Council (SVC) opened their new year recently with a membership party at the home of Pete and Paula Verdu. more
Photo courtesy of American Cancer Society
Locals to participate in Where's the Chair breast cancer fundraiser
Where's the Chair Wednesdays is a new campaign by the American Cancer Society. more
Chelsea teen creates ‘Climb On’ armbands
Cade Kuykendall and his father, Bob, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in 2017, and the trip inspired the creation of Team Mountain, a nonprofit to help others fund a similar climb and raise money for their own charities of choice along the way. more
A life spent serving others
Jim Brown’s first love was the game of basketball, so the idea of helping coach the freshman football team at Briarwood Christian School may not have thrilled him. more
Nikko Rudolph: Making the cut
Young Hoover entrepreneur rises ranks through consistency and dedication to craft. more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Dunnavant Valley mother starts stroller-friendly fitness classes
At Leslie Jackson’s iStroll fitness classes, having a kid in a stroller isn’t an obstacle — it’s part of the workout. more
Photo by Erica Techo.
City preps for 10th annual Hoover Hayride
People with kids who like to dress up for Halloween and get candy may want to write Oct. 25 down on their calendar. more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Golf ‘FORE!’ Education to benefit Shelby students
The annual Golf “FORE!” Education tournament will be swinging into Birmingham this fall for its 29th year. more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Lending a helping hand
Exactly one year ago, the Dunnavant Volunteer Fire Department opened its community Blessing Box, where anyone can donate items or take what they need. more
Kristi Ingram memorial scholarship provides aid to high school seniors
To be applicable for the scholarship, students must be graduating from Chelsea High School with a 3.0 GPA or higher, must be in good moral standing with the high school and have completed five hours of community service. more
Photo courtesy of Bob Schilli.
Schilli brings home Special Olympics USA silver medal
Bobby Schilli gets as much out of life as he possibly can. Most recently, that includes a silver medal at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games, held in Seattle in July. more
Sharing hope
Nonprofit partners with first responders to get care kits to domestic violence victims. more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Southern Living recognizes Highlands community, Mt Laurel in-house builder
Mt Laurel’s picturesque community off Dunnavant Valley Road looks as if it could be in the pages of a magazine. more
Photo by Jon Anderson
10K Ruck Run, 5K fun run/walk move back to Oak Mountain State Park
The event is scheduled for Oct. 20 near the south trailhead in Oak Mountain State Park, off Terrace Drive. more
Photo courtesy of Alabama Lyme Disease Association
Oct. 6’s Fight the Bite 5K to raise awareness about tick-borne illnesses
The event’s Awareness Expo will show people how to protect themselves from ticks and recognize Lyme disease symptoms, according to event organizer Tina Neathammer. more
Erica Techo
40 vendors, plus wine and whiskey tastings, set for Taste of Hoover
This year, they expect to have about 40 restaurants, caterers and beverage providers participating, including several first-time restaurants and wine and whiskey tastings. more
Staff photo
Local churches hosting Halloween festivities
Get ready for fun games, costumes, candy and candy apples — all treats, minus the tricks. more
Photo courtesy of King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary
King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary to host Pumpkin Bash Chili Cook-Off on Oct. 28
Those who wish to support the ministry can attend a fundraiser, the Pumpkin Bash Chili Cook-Off, at Town Hall in Indian Springs Village on Oct. 28. more
Photo courtesy of New Life Church
JOHO Missions 5K races into Chelsea Park Elementary
The 5K is $35 per person or $25 if part of a team of four or more. more
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