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Main Street Calera pushing for façade improvement plans
CALERA, Ala. (WIAT) — The effort to revitalize Calera’s Main Street has been going on for five years and it isn’t stopping any time soon, according to Calera Main Street Executive Director Jackie Batson. “We have a lot more opportunity moving forward,” said Batson. Batson says with construction underway for the Calera Courtyard, another step […]
Local artist completes new historic mural for Columbiana’s Main Street
Last month, the Columbiana Beautification Board celebrated the completion of a long-planned mural that now welcomes visitors entering the city’s Main Street from the south. The post Local artist completes new historic mural for Columbiana’s Main Street appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Hoover apartment building goes 4 days without running water
HOOVER, Ala. (WIAT) — The Thirty-One 32 Cypress apartments in Hoover have been without water for four days. Those that live there say they have been trying to get in contact with management at the complex and have been left without answers. Last Thursday, the EMBA Management Group sent a notice to some informing them […]
Birmingham-Hoover ranked 39th most dangerous U.S. city for pedestrians
The state of Alabama has some work to do when it comes to keeping pedestrians safe. This comes as a national group, Smart Growth America, identifies the Birmingham - Hoover area as the 39th most dangerous in the nation for pedestrians. Over the last two years we have seen a...
Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor While the skies were unkind to the Peach Parade in Clanton on June 29, that did not dampen the crowd’s spirit to celebrate the county’s peach industry. Hundreds of people lined the streets of downtown Clanton to see the sights and sounds of the 2024 parade. The procession featured […] The post Rain on our parade: Soggy Peach Parade does not dampen peach spirit in Clanton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Cindy Warner receives Alabama Communicator of the Year award from ALSPRA
The Alabama School Public Relations Association recently bestowed Cindy Warner, of Shelby County Schools, with its highest award by naming her as the Alabama Communicator of the Year at a recent meeting. The post Cindy Warner receives Alabama Communicator of the Year award from ALSPRA 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...
Behind the “Seams” with American Village
For 25 years, the American Village costumes have brought history to life. Photography by Steven Ross and Courtesy American Village. American Village has educated and delighted its many visitors ever since it was founded by now-president emeritus Tom Walker in 1999. The village offers replicas of historic buildings and actors (also called interpreters) who portray notable persons in U.S. history, like George Washington and Patrick Henry. Yet these talented actors and this charming re-creation of early American life would be incomplete without the dedicated women in the costume department who work diligently for authenticity in everything the actors wear.
New home construction begins soon for Childersburg residential development
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – With underground utility infrastructure in place, the new College Park residential development in Childersburg is moving to the next phase, matching buyers to lots and building plans for ground up construction. Construction will begin in July for the first dozen or so of a total of...
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.
Alabaster celebrates independence early with annual fireworks show
Crowds of residents packed the lawn of Thompson High School as part of an early Independence Day celebration during the annual Alabaster Fireworks Show on Saturday, June 29. The post Alabaster celebrates independence early with annual fireworks show appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Applications now open for Leadership Chilton 2025
From Brandy Childress | Chilton County Extension Office Are you an ambitious leader who is seeking to enhance your leadership skills and develop your leadership abilities? Then Leadership Chilton County is the program for you. Leadership Chilton is an opportunity for leaders to embark on an eight-month committed journey to learn more about Chilton County. […] The post Applications now open for Leadership Chilton 2025 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
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.
New Peach Queens crowned in Chilton County
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Clanton Lions Club crowned four new Peach Queens this week to represent the peach farmers and the county’s most precious resource. The four pageants are a staple of the annual Chilton County Peach Festival every year, and now four new queens will have the chance to represent the […] The post New Peach Queens crowned in Chilton County appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Chilton County Peach Auction sells 33 baskets for over $80,000
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Chilton County Peach Auction raised over $80,000 for the second consecutive year on June 29 as dozens of fresh Chilton County peaches were sold. The final total of $81,000 in this year’s peach auction is the second highest amount raised by hosts the Clanton Lions Club, just behind […] The post Chilton County Peach Auction sells 33 baskets for over $80,000 appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Ground-breaking set for August 8th in Childersburg for ARC Robotics
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – A big industrial announcement came during the Childersburg City Council work session prior to the Tuesday, July 2nd regular meeting. ARC Robotics will be breaking ground on a new 17,000 square-foot industrial facility on Plant Road on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. The company builds, programs, and maintains industrial robotic equipment.
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.
Pelham Fire Department: Planning for the Future
Pelham Fire Chief Mike Reid and City Manager Gretchen DiFante presented a plan to the Pelham City Council that will solve some logistical issues, save money, and improve public safety. The issue involves aging firetrucks, particularly the department’s quint or quintuple combination pumper. The current quint was scheduled for replacement...
Daniela DeLuca appointed to the Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Pelham City Council decided upon and announced the appointment of Pelham resident Daniela DeLuca to the Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the latest council work session and meeting on Monday, July 1. The post Daniela DeLuca appointed to the Pelham Parks and Recreation Advisory Board appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Celebrate America with Fire on the Water
Oak Mountain State Park's annual firework show, Fire on the Water, is back and will surely be the highlight of the summer! Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, will be a family-friendly, sunscreen-covered outdoor adventure-filled day that ends with a kaleidoscope show in the sky. Fire on the Water brings thousands of Alabamians from all over to celebrate our country. But it's more than a fireworks show; it's a day of community and fun. Enjoy a memorable time on the park's beaches, where you can swim, socialize, or chow down with friends, family, and strangers. Chloe Funkhouser with the Oak Mountain State Park Event Team said, "Local food trucks, music by DJ Blaze, interpretive programming, and wakeboarding entertainment provided by FlipSide Watersports are just a few of the activities you can enjoy."
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