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Shelby County motorcycle wreck claims life of Sylacauga man
A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:11 p.m. on Thursday, April 25 in Shelby County, has claimed the life of a Sylacauga man. The post Shelby County motorcycle wreck claims life of Sylacauga man appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Calera police chief disturbed by suicide numbers rising in Shelby County
CALERA, Ala. (WBRC) - Calera’s police chief said he’s shocked and saddened by the growing mental health crisis in Shelby County. Chief David Hyche said the number of deaths by suicide increases each year. Chief Hyche posted on Facebook numbers he calls disturbing - 47 people died by...
Youth Leadership Shelby County sees 32 students graduate
Students enrolled in this year’s Youth Leadership Shelby County class gathered together for a night of recognition as they graduated from the educational and developmental program on Tuesday, April 23. The post Youth Leadership Shelby County sees 32 students graduate appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Four local high schools ranked Top 25 in the state
According to the 2024 U.S. News and World Report’s Best High Schools ranking, Shelby County is home to four of the Top 25 public high schools in the state of Alabama, with seven in the Top 70. The post Four local high schools ranked Top 25 in the state appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Calera shuts out Hillcrest in first round of playoffs
Determined to get back to the Final Four for a second straight season, the Calera Eagles got a start on their road to Huntsville with a victory in the first round of the Class 6A playoffs. The post Calera shuts out Hillcrest in first round of playoffs appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Shelby Co. couple suing school leaders after they say repeated bullying led to son’s suicide
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A Shelby County couple is suing the Shelby County Board of Education and Chelsea school leaders saying the school system failed to protect their son from repeated bullying, which they say ultimately led to his suicide. Jackson McQueen was a 15-year-old student at Chelsea High...
ChHS band performs during National Cherry Blossom Parade in Washington D.C.
Members of the Chelsea High School Marching Hornet Pride recently enjoyed a once in a lifetime trip to Washington D.C. as they performed in the National Cherry Blossom Parade. The post ChHS band performs during National Cherry Blossom Parade in Washington D.C. appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabaster inducts the 2024-2025 Teen Council
With their right hand held held aloft, a group of teens hoping to learn more about the city in which they live were sworn in as members of the 2024-2025 Alabaster Teen Council. The post Alabaster inducts the 2024-2025 Teen Council appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Sylacauga Board of Education implements administrative changes for 2024-25 school year
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Sylacauga Board of Education has greenlit a series of administrative changes aimed at enhancing support for educators and students, effective July 1 as the new 2024-25 school year begins. During an April board meeting, job descriptions were ratified for two new positions: a secondary program...
Helena kicks off Old Town Live concert series
Despite gray clouds on the horizon, the undeterred community gathered at the Helena Amphitheater on Saturday, April 20 for the kick-off of the Helena Old Town Live concert series. The post Helena kicks off Old Town Live concert series appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Coosa Pines FCU celebrates tenth year in Vincent, a milestone for members
VINCENT, Ala. – The adage goes, ‘Time flies when you’re having fun.’ This rang especially true for Coosa Pines Federal Credit Union as they celebrated a ten-year journey, the anniversary of the Vincent Branch. Under the exceptional leadership of Branch Manager Kendra Ricks and Assistant Manager...
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