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Andy Linton to leave position at Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena
Those within the city of Pelham took their time to express gratitude and declare their lasting friendships with chef Andy Linton on Monday, Aug. 19. The post Andy Linton to leave position at Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Calera City Council votes to change form of government
The Calera City Council passed a resolution to make the mayor a non-voting member of the council at a recent city council meeting on Monday, Aug. 19. The change will take effect after the 2025 elections. The post Calera City Council votes to change form of government appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Work begins on new Big Whiskey’s restaurant in Alabaster
Construction has begun on renovating the former O’Charley’s building in Alabaster into a new Big Whiskey’s restaurant. The post Work begins on new Big Whiskey’s restaurant in Alabaster appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Three decades of leaders: Leadership Shelby County kicks off 30th anniversary at annual breakfast
With leaders spanning 30 years packed into the Jefferson State Community College Judy Merritt Building on Tuesday, Aug. 20, the Leadership Shelby County organization officially kicked off its 30th anniversary celebration at the annual alumni breakfast. The post Three decades of leaders: Leadership Shelby County kicks off 30th anniversary at annual breakfast appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
The Shelby County Football Show: Week 1
It’s opening week of the 2024 high school football season. We break down each team’s season ahead and their week one matchups this Thursday and Friday night. We also give […] The post The Shelby County Football Show: Week 1 appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Name of the game: Trent Seaborn’s offer sparks deep dive into high school NIL
Recently, a 15-year-old was sitting on the couch in his family’s living room, playing games on his phone while enjoying a summer afternoon. The post Name of the game: Trent Seaborn’s offer sparks deep dive into high school NIL appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
The Pelham BEAT to host murder-mystery dinner theatre
The Pelham Beautification, Entertainment and Arts Team will return to the halls of the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena to present an exciting and interactive experience this September. The post The Pelham BEAT to host murder-mystery dinner theatre appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Montevallo Main Street receives three awards at state banquet
Representatives of Montevallo Main Street are riding high after returning home from the 11th annual Main Street Alabama Awards of Excellence Banquet that was held on Aug. 15. The post Montevallo Main Street receives three awards at state banquet appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Perry weather alert system now active at Pelham City Park
Pelham residents enjoying their days at Pelham City Park and its surrounding complex can feel a little safer thanks to the successful installation of the Perry weather alert system which was announced on Wednesday, Aug. 14 by the Pelham Parks and Recreation Department. The post Perry weather alert system now active at Pelham City Park appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Week 1 Predictions: Hope springs anew as 11 teams begin season
After 36 long weeks of waiting, it feels good to finally say this: it’s game week in Shelby County. The post Week 1 Predictions: Hope springs anew as 11 teams begin season appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabaster honors Max Woodall for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout
Mayor Scott Brakefield and the Alabaster City Council took time to recognize the accomplishments of Eagle Scout Max Woodall during a regularly scheduled meeting on Aug. 12. The post Alabaster honors Max Woodall for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Thompson’s Fegans, Pritchett join Seaborn as MaxPreps Preseason All-Americans
The Thompson Warriors will enter the season with not one, but three Preseason All-Americans as they look to reclaim their place atop Class 7A. The post Thompson’s Fegans, Pritchett join Seaborn as MaxPreps Preseason All-Americans appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
A.C.E.S. Alternative School opens in former Restore building, craft academy still in development
After the completion of summer renovations, the new A.C.E.S. Alternative School is fully operational in the former Restore building in Alabaster and is serving students after the start of the new school year. The post A.C.E.S. Alternative School opens in former Restore building, craft academy still in development appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
University of Montevallo receives second Rex Mix Program of Excellence Award
The University of Montevallo has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Rex Mix Program of Excellence Award according to an announcement made by the university on Monday, Aug. 19. The post University of Montevallo receives second Rex Mix Program of Excellence Award appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Chelsea fans excited for new season after successful community pep rally
Chelsea High School’s gym was swarming with activity as families gathered together to celebrate the city’s sports teams during a fun, spirit-filled event ahead of the 2024 football season. The post Chelsea fans excited for new season after successful community pep rally appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Patriot benches dedicated at American Village ahead of U.S. Semiquincentennial
A crowd of organizers gathered at the Lucille Ryals Thompson Colonial Chapel at the American Village to observe the dedication of new benches by the Alabama Society Daughters of the American Revolution on Saturday, Aug. 17. The post Patriot benches dedicated at American Village ahead of U.S. Semiquincentennial appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
UM social work icon, Dr. Susan Vaughn, dies at 74
Dr. Susan Vaughn, a retired educator and iconic figure in the University of Montevallo’s Social Work Program, died on Tuesday, Aug. 13. She was 74. The post UM social work icon, Dr. Susan Vaughn, dies at 74 appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Residents learn about health services at sixth annual Alabaster Health Fair
Alabaster residents took advantage of the opportunity to learn about managing their health and met with local medical professionals and organizations during the sixth annual Alabaster Health Fair. The post Residents learn about health services at sixth annual Alabaster Health Fair appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
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