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Chelsea holds second reading for changes to system of government, pay for next City Council
The Chelsea City Council held a second reading for proposed ordinances to change the city’s form of government and make amendments to the salary of its future mayor and city council members during a meeting on Tuesday, July 2. The post Chelsea holds second reading for changes to system of government, pay for next City Council appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Chelsea native becomes D1 softball assistant
Sarah Cespedes has hit the ground running in her new gig. Hired as an assistant softball coach at Samford University on June 24, Cespedes was on the road recruiting last weekend. But she has taken a little time to reflect on the opportunity afforded her, entering the NCAA Division I...
Chelseafest and The Big Kaboom draws large crowd
The city of Chelsea saw thousands of local residents flock to the field at Chelsea Corners Way to enjoy food, fun and fireworks during this year’s installment of Chelseafest and The Big Kaboom. The post Chelseafest and The Big Kaboom draws large crowd appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Airport in Fairhope selected to receive funds for improvement
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - The H. L. “Sonny” Callahan Airport in Fairhope is one of two municipal airports to selected to receive state funding for improvements, the Alabama Department of Transportation announced today. According to ALDOT, the airport in Fairhope will receive $82,581 from the Federal Aviation Administration...
Shelby County Reporter wins 18th General Excellence award in a row
The Shelby County Reporter earned the Alabama Press Association’s biggest award for the 18th year in a row at the APA Media Awards banquet on Saturday, June 29 at the Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach. The post Shelby County Reporter wins 18th General Excellence award in a row appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
City of Hoover gearing up for Hartford Nationals competition
HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - The Hartford Nationals, the oldest and largest event for athletes with physical disabilities in the country, is back in Hoover for the second year in a row and the event needs your help. The event is scheduled for July 12 through the 18. This is not...
Hoover police issue home security safety tips while on vacation this summer
HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - Hoover police have shared a warning about what to do around your home to keep it safe while you’re away on vacation this summer. Hoover police officers say the main thing you want to do before leaving for a vacation is making sure your home looks like someone is still living there.
6-month moratorium in place for CBD and vape shops in Hoover
A moratorium is now in place for certain businesses in the city of Hoover. Anyone seeking a business license for a CBD or vape shop will not be able to get one. Hoover City Council President John Lyda says there is a need for more regulation of CBD stores at both the state and local level, this temporary halt to issuing business licenses for these type of establishments gives them time to do just that.
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church hosts Juneteenth celebration
Community members gathered together to honor and recognize an important moment in American history and several important figures in Alabaster during a Juneteenth celebration on Wednesday, June 19. The post Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church hosts Juneteenth celebration appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
New amphitheater in Alabaster starts to take shape
ALABASTER, Ala. — The city of Alabaster has provided an update about the new amphitheater. According to a social media post, the city said good progress has been made during the last few weeks. The stage was visible and the circular base could be seen in photos. In addition...
Express Oil Change and Tire Engineers opens on North Highland Avenue
Express Oil Change and Tire Engineers, 3132 North Highland Avenue, opened today next door to Walgreens at the corner of North Highland Avenue and East University Parkway. Business hours for the automotive maintenance service chain are 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturdays – closed Sundays.
City eyes options as Sicard Hollow mine reclamation nears completion
Take a look at the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex on a sunny summer day, and you’ll see children playing on soccer fields or the splash pad, pet owners at the dog park and a runner or two on the trails. What you won’t see is the definitive scar that...
Get to Know: Jana Flinkow
Jana Flinkow, assistant principal of curriculum and instruction at Homewood High School, has spent her career working for Homewood schools. She served as a history teacher at the middle school and high school before becoming a grade-level administrator. This year, she will be the assistant principal of curriculum and instruction at Homewood High School.
Homewood student serves as Senate page
Homewood High School student Allie Grace Broadhead had the distinguished opportunity to be active in Alabama state government by serving as a Senate page this year. Broadhead received numerous opportunities to participate by helping run bills on the Senate floor and meeting Governor Kay Ivey, Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth, Representative David Faulkner and Senator April Weaver. She also attended a caucus luncheon and a judicial meeting, toured the Supreme Court and networked with politicians and other teens from across the state.
Homewood City Schools Foundation works to ‘enhance greatness’ of school system
Molly Hasenfuss said she did a little happy dance the day representatives from the Homewood City Schools Foundation walked into her classroom. She’d requested a grant to buy 10 sewing machines for her family and consumer science class at Homewood High School, and she found out the foundation was giving her the full amount.
Sarah Robinson, HUM Executive Concierge Agency
We’re introducing readers to people from the Homewood business community. This month’s profile is Sarah Robinson, the founder of HUM Executive Concierge Agency, which provides clients with executive concierge and lifestyle management in Birmingham, Mountain Brook, Homewood and Vestavia Hills. Q: Tell us about HUM Concierge. A: HUM...
Business Spotlight: Homewood Shoe Hospital
Homewood Shoe Hospital has been providing the Homewood community with shoe repair, orthotics and shoe lifts for over 60 years. Owned and operated by pedorthist Victor Costa for almost three decades, the business fixes, cleans and polishes shoes of all sizes and types, from cowboy boots to flip-flops to Birkenstocks. Turnaround times are usually under two weeks, and prices vary based on the condition the shoes are in at the time of drop-off.
Homewood siblings glide onto national water skiing scene
What began as family fun on the lake has turned into aspirations of world championships for a Homewood family. Siblings RJ and Tessa Teter started waterskiing as small children, when their parents took them to Lake Lanier near their home in northern Georgia. “My dad sort of skied for fun on the lake on the weekends,” RJ said.
Back to School Bash returns next month
The Homewood Parks and Rec Department will team up with the West Homewood Neighborhood Association for the city’s annual summer festival. The event will feature food, fun, bounce houses, a pep rally and live music at Homewood’s annual Back to School Bash, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Patriot Park.
Get fit at Thompson Fitness
Thompson Fitness, a training studio focused on personalized fitness, is one of Hoover’s newest exercise offerings. Owner Sean Thompson, a personal trainer and nutritionist, offered online fitness classes for several years before opening an in-person location last November. Gymgoers can choose to train in person through small groups and one-on-one sessions, or in the comfort of their own home through online classes. Thompson’s regimens focus on weight loss and body transformation. His tagline is “Look Better, Feel Better, Have More Energy.”
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