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McAllister won’t seek reelection in Vincent

Vincent Mayor Ray McAllister has announced he will not seek reelection in August, after serving three consecutive terms ... Read more | Add your comment

Rally held in support of restoring voting protections

“If we’re going to have a discussion regarding racism, it all starts with the right to vote,” Kenneth ... Read more | Add your comment

Pelham Library plans summer reading, school supplies drive

PELHAM — In light of COVID-19, Pelham Public Library recently began implementing changes in how it handles day-to-day ... Read more | Add your comment

First phase of Pelham Greenway Trail opens to the public

The first phase of the Pelham Greenway Trail officially opened to the public following a ribbon cutting ceremony ... Read more | Add your comment

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McAllister won’t seek reelection in Vincent

Vincent Mayor Ray McAllister has announced he will not seek reelection in August, after serving three consecutive terms as the city’s mayor. Read more | Add your comment

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Pelham Library plans summer reading, school supplies drive

PELHAM — In light of COVID-19, Pelham Public Library recently began implementing changes in how it handles day-to-day business. Read more | Add your comment

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Unemployment rates drop from historic highs

Though Alabama’s, and Shelby County’s, unemployment rates remain well above last year’s marks, the rates for May were below April’s rates, which were the highest ... Read more

by Stephen Dawkins, Friday, June 19, 2020 11:33 am

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Shelby County Schools names Journey Shapers

Shelby County Schools Superintendent Dr. Lewis Brooks named school district employees Journey Shapers for their work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Friday, June 19, 2020 10:19 am

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PCS holding virtual job fair for support staff positions

Pelham City Schools is currently holding a virtual job fair to hire for three different support staff positions at schools in the system. Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Friday, June 19, 2020 10:08 am

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Council OKs property ordinances, hears community forum plans

The Pelham City Council on June 15 approved zoning and annexation ordinances and received information regarding a community forum planned for Sunday, June 28. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Friday, June 19, 2020 9:46 am

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Strong running for open District 49 position

Veteran teacher, Dr. Donna Strong, hopes to bring her education experience and leadership to the political arena in Montgomery.  Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Friday, June 19, 2020 9:39 am

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UPDATE: Harpersville police chief tests positive for COVID-19

HARPERSVILLE — Harpersville Police Chief Jimmy Macon has tested positive for COVID-19, according to an official press release from the Harpersville Police Department. Read more

by Staff Reports, Thursday, June 18, 2020 12:42 pm

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Pelham’s Tamia Nelson wins Willie Scoggins Jr. Scholarship

Pelham’s Tamia Nelson had a special senior year despite a difficult ending due to COVID-19 cutting it short, and the year got a little more ... Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Thursday, June 18, 2020 12:07 pm

Helena

Scot Newman running for Helena Council Place 1

Helena resident Scot Newman announced his candidacy for the position of Helena City Council Place 1 on Wednesday, June 17. Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Thursday, June 18, 2020 11:13 am

Columbiana

Columbiana considering options for brush pick-up

COLUMBIANA – Picking up brush from residences was among the items discussed by the Columbiana City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, June 16. Though ... Read more

by Stephen Dawkins, Thursday, June 18, 2020 10:44 am

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Vincent purchases new fire truck

VINCENT — At the close of Vincent’s Council meeting Tuesday evening, June 16, Council members and those attending the meeting had the opportunity to view ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Thursday, June 18, 2020 10:39 am

Business

Pizza, peaches among popular items at Burnette Farms

PELHAM — Whether you’re craving a hot slice of pizza, a cold glass of lemonade or a freshly sliced peach, you can find all three ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 8:28 pm

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Indian Springs School tops private schools best list

Indian Springs School tops out the Niche 2020 Best Private High Schools in Alabama list, and three more Shelby County private schools rank inside the ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 6:51 pm

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Free COVID-19 clinic coming to Harpersville

HARPERSVILLE — A free drive-thru COVID-19 testing clinic will be held Tuesday, June 30 at Harpersville City Hall from 8-11 a.m. Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 5:39 pm

Columbiana

4-H Center plans summer outdoors events

“When the virus hit, it kind of shut down all of our school business and summer camps, and we were just looking for ways to ... Read more

by Stephen Dawkins, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 4:28 pm

Montevallo

Nix announces plans to run for mayor of Montevallo

Montevallo City Councilman Rusty Nix has shared his intention to run for mayor in this year’s municipal election. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 4:25 pm

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Juneteenth Festival, Unity March planned for Alabaster

“We felt like coming together as a group of people would be a lot more impactful—to not just have problems but have solutions,” April Dortch ... Read more

by Stephen Dawkins, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 3:19 pm

Helena

Laura Joseph to seek reelection on Helena Council

Helena City Councilwoman Laura Joseph announced her intent to seek reelection for Place 4 in the city’s upcoming municipal election on Aug. 25. Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 3:18 pm

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OMSP to host chalk art, animal encounter activities

Families looking for activities that allow for social distancing can find several options at Oak Mountain State Park this weekend. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 3:12 pm

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Helena UMC holds food drive for families in need

Helena United Methodist Church recently partnered with Manna Ministries to hold a two-day food drive event from June 14-15. Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 3:08 pm

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All Shelby County school districts rank highly statewide

All four Shelby County area public school districts rank highly statewide, with Hoover City Schools leading the pack at No. 4, according to the Niche ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 2:17 pm

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SCS seeking parent input on plans for 2020-2021 school year

SCS has released a “Return to School” survey to gauge parents’ comfort level with their students returning to school campuses in person versus utilizing a ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 2:10 pm

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Oak Mountain hires Burgess as new volleyball coach

Oak Mountain High School has found its next volleyball coach and it’s someone very familiar with the area. Read more

by Alec Etheredge, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 1:41 pm

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Ward selected as member of national criminal justice organization

FROM STAFF REPORTS MONTGOMERY – Sen. Cam Ward (R-Alabaster) has been elected as a founding member of the Council on Criminal Justice, a nonpartisan national ... Read more

by Stephen Dawkins, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 1:04 pm

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Jamie Cole announces run for Alabaster City Council Ward 5

“I’m new to city government, but not new to what makes great towns like Alabaster work,” Jamie Cole says, “which I feel is an advantage ... Read more

by Stephen Dawkins, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 11:16 am

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Chelsea to accept bids for garbage collection and curbside recycling services

The Chelsea City Council in a June 16 meeting approved a resolution to advertise for bids for citywide garbage and recycling pickup. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 10:53 am