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Firework festivities set across Shelby County
Celebrating America’s birthday means fireworks, parades and cookouts everywhere on July 4, giving Shelby County residents many options for how to spend their holiday. Read story
Thousands gather at Catholic retreat to see visionary
Thousands of pilgrims have gathered at Caritas of Birmingham, located in Sterrett, to witness as a visionary relays messages from the Virgin Mary. Read story
Suspects sought in theft cases
Hoover police are searching for two suspects involved in thefts at Wal-Mart on U.S. 280 and Publix Supermarket at Lee Branch.
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Today's Opinion
Education grows along with county
Those of us fortunate enough to hear Dr. Joe Morton, State Superintendent of Education, speak at last week’s Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce luncheon were in for a few surprises.
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Sports
Chelsea 8U softball wins state
A group of 15 girls became the focal point of Chelsea softball’s future Saturday night after beating Millbrook, 8-7, to win the city’s first state championship. Read story
Lifestyles
How to yard sale
Your trash is no longer simply someone else’s treasure. Now, last season’s jeans and the movies you’ve watched 1,000 times can produce a double–fold benefit when you open your garage for a summer sale. Read story
Schools
School of Technology students win national competition
Just a few weeks ago, Josh Smith had a part-time job, a wife, a baby and an uncertain career future. Read story
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