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First Black globe-trotting pilot inspires Hoover students
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — An aviation pioneer landed in Hoover Friday. Capt. Barrington Irving became the first Black pilot to fly around the world in 2007. He showed up at Hoover’s Trace Crossings Elementary to inspire young minds about their limitless future. “That's changing perspective of what's possible. And...
Court issues ruling for defendant in crash which killed 19-year-old Alabama student
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. — The man charged with killing a University of Alabama student and sorority member during a DUI crash has been denied youthful offender status. During a Wednesday hearing, Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge Shanta Owens ruled against the request of Gabriel Uncapher to be tried as a youthful offender, court documents show.
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.
Helena Beautification Board hosts Spring Planting Day
The Helena Beautification Board and volunteers congregated in Helena’s Old Town for the annual Spring Planting Day on the morning of Saturday, April 20. Together, they planted hanging baskets that adorn the streets of Old Town. The post Helena Beautification Board hosts Spring Planting Day appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
West Blocton Welcomes Christopher Wilson as New Football Coach
West Blocton is gearing up for an exciting new chapter as Christopher Wilson takes the helm as the Tigers’ 33rd head coach. The appointment was confirmed by principal Terry Lawley following a Bibb County School Board meeting on Tuesday, April 9. Wilson steps into the role, replacing former coach Dre’Mail King, who resigned in March.
Old coal mine field transformed into paradise for hunters and hikers in Bibb County
BIBB COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A major reclamation project in west Alabama is now a new hiking and fishing area for those in Bibb County. What was once a coal mining area near West Blocton is something entirely different today in a beautiful way. This is an area just outside of West Blocton in the Cahaba National Wildlife Refuge, and the transformation is nothing short of stunning, christened by a federal leader.
Motorcyclist killed in Brighton hit-and-run
BRIGHTON, Ala. (WBRC) - A person was killed following a hit-and-run crash in the 4400 block of 9th Avenue North on Sunday, April 21 around 9 p.m. Authorities identified the victim as 44-year-old Jayce Bernard Johnson. Johnson was riding a motorcycle involved in the two-vehicle wreck. The other vehicle involved...
Briarwood scores 11 in first half to defeat Hueytown, advance to second round
The Briarwood Christian Lions booked their spot in the second round of the playoffs with ease thanks to an 11-0 win over the Hueytown Golden Gophers on Friday, April 26 at Lions Pride Stadium. The post Briarwood scores 11 in first half to defeat Hueytown, advance to second round appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Thompson supports Lee family’s cancer battle in regular season finale win over Helena
While one game stood between the Thompson Warriors and the start of their postseason journey, they didn’t overlook their regular season finale against the Helena Huskies with such an important night planned. The post Thompson supports Lee family’s cancer battle in regular season finale win over Helena appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Helena mayor investigated by Alabama Ethics Commission
Helena mayor Brian Puckett has been the subject of many allegations and according to him, reports to the Alabama Ethics Commission following his decision to allow TAG or Teacher's Assistant Grants money to teachers at the Hillsboro school, a private school. Many Helena residents took issue with the money that...
Registration to begin soon for Alabaster youth football, cheer
Children hoping to take part in the Alabaster Parks and Recreation Department’s youth football and cheerleading programs don’t have to wait much longer as registration begins on Monday, April 29. The post Registration to begin soon for Alabaster youth football, cheer appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Buccaneer Spring Blitz happening Saturday in Hoover
HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - More than 80 football players and coaches will divide up western Hoover into 30 sections and visit more than 350 businesses this Saturday. It’s the Bucs Football Spring Blitz and it’s happening from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The football team will take pictures...
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