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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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
Feeding Hoover: Power Brands Hospitality Group expands to 10 restaurants in Hoover
Zeel Zaveri brings an order of chicken fingers and fries to McKenely Virgin and her husband, Nathan, as they dine with their 10-month-old at Super Chix in Hoover’s Stadium Trace Village on June 12. For the past three years, a familiar crowd has gathered at Super Chix at Stadium...
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 […]
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 […]
Children’s Harbor center unveils inclusive playground in north Alabama
ECLECTIC, Ala. (WIAT) — A new piece of equipment will provide fun for kids side-by-side at a resource center in north Alabama. The Children’s Harbor at the Harbor Lodge Family Camp unveiled a $750,000 playground, designed to provide activities for children of all abilities. The playground features ramps, musical and sensory elements as well as […]
Judge rules next steps for Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Lawyers representing the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission and other license applicants gathered for a hearing at the state’s capital Tuesday. The commission has awarded but not issued any licenses to applicants up to this point because of legal injunctions. Now, Judge James Anderson has allowed the commission to move forward with […]
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.
Over $11 million in grants to add EV charging stations across Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WKRG) — Some Alabama cities are getting more electric vehicle charging stations after receiving funding. According to a news release, the Alabama Department of Economic Affairs administered 14 grants totaling $11.2 million to “ensure Alabama is poised to accommodate electric vehicles as they continue to make their way onto the state’s roads.” The […]
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