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Thorsby honors student, friend Roper in remembrance ceremony
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Thorsby School held a school-wide remembrance ceremony in honor of the late Gage Roper on May 7. Thorsby faculty, staff and students all wore blue to school in honor of him the day of the ceremony, and they all gathered in the school’s playground for the moment of reflection. […] The post Thorsby honors student, friend Roper in remembrance ceremony appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Natalie Cole deals, No. 1 Wicksburg run-rules Thorsby for first state title
The Wicksburg softball team may have capped one of the most dominant runs through the AHSAA state tournament in recent memory. No runs given up and almost half a century worth of runs in four scoreless routs. The top-ranked Panthers grabbed an early lead and then cruised to a 10-0...
Former West Blocton police officer arrested again
BIBB COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A former West Blocton police officer was recently arrested again. Jerry Cannon was taken into custody last week and charged with conspiracy to traffic marijuana and conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Cannon was fired from the West Blocton Police Department in early May after...
Going green — CCS raising awareness around mental health
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor Chilton County Schools are raising awareness for mental health through fundraising and activities with the help of Mental Wellness Coordinator Lindsey Payton. Payton is nearing the end of her first school year in the newly-created position for the school district, and she is ending it with the biggest month […] The post Going green — CCS raising awareness around mental health appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
City of Alabaster updating traffic lights to improve traffic flow
ALABASTER, Ala. (WIAT) — Alabaster residents often see traffic backups at the intersection of Highway 31 and 119, especially in the evening. “You can definitely be late for work, late for a game. It can be a hassle for sure,” resident Alison Dabbs said. “When school gets out, a game is in session, then it […]
Saturday Night's fevered update of SEC standings and NCAA status
There's one day remaining this regular season, and there's still a SEC Championship in play. A Division title too, for that matter. , the contenders for this 2024 SEC crown, played later in the day to allow tension to build. Nope. In fact their games open the afternoon, or noon ET in case of Vanderbilt at Kentucky. An hour later South Carolina and Tennessee get going.
Alabama Mercedes-Benz workers vote against joining UAW union
VANCE, Ala. (WIAT) — After a week of voting in a tight race, the workers at Mercedes-Benz’s Alabama plant have opted against unionizing its shop. On Friday, workers at Mercedes-Benz U.S. International decided to not join the United Auto Workers union, with 56% of workers voting against the proposed union. Ultimately, the vote to unionize […]
Meet the changing faces of child welfare in Shelby County
The faces of child welfare in Shelby County have changed according to Juvenile Judge Erin Welborn. She will intersect with four new child advocate directors on some of the more than 2,500 cases she has in her courtroom. The post Meet the changing faces of child welfare in Shelby County appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Progress 2024: Citizen of the Year — Threlkeld’s life of service lives on through Chilton
This story was originally featured in Progress 2024. Story by Carey Reeder | Photos contributed by Donna Velasquez Each year, one person is recognized as the Citizen of the Year in The Clanton Advertiser’s “Progress” magazine. The person is selected by a committee formed by past winners of the award, and the committee this year […] The post Progress 2024: Citizen of the Year — Threlkeld’s life of service lives on through Chilton appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Helena Hollow hosts inaugural Mother’s Day rodeo
With guests jam packed into the stands, residents of Helena donned their blue jeans and cowboy boots for two nights of family fun at Helena Hollow’s inaugural Mother’s Day Weekend Rodeo on Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11. The post Helena Hollow hosts inaugural Mother’s Day rodeo appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Hope Christian School holds graduation
With family and friends in the audience, students enrolled in the Hope Christian School donned caps and gowns for their graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 17 at the Church of the Highlands Riverchase campus. The post Hope Christian School holds graduation appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Shelby County NAACP presents scholarships with the help of the Montevallo Legacy Project
Three local students throughout Shelby County were recently awarded NAACP scholarships that seek to empower future leaders in the local community thanks to a partnership between the Montevallo Legacy Project and the Shelby County chapter of the NAACP. The post Shelby County NAACP presents scholarships with the help of the Montevallo Legacy Project appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Taylor Hunnicutt is championing her home state with debut album ‘Alabama Sound’
What does Alabama sound like – musically? The state offers a diverse symphony of swampy rock, swaggering blues, murky country, and bone-rattling soul. It’s a sound singer-songwriter Taylor Hunnicutt recently reimagined on her debut album Alabama Sound, which is out now. She will also perform with her band...
Progress 2024: Maplesville Tradition — Red Devils’ program built into one of Alabama’s best
This story was originally featured in Progress 2024. Story by Carey Reeder | Photos by Carey Reeder & Brandon Sumrall Nestled in western Chilton County sits one of Alabama’s most prestigious and winningest high school football programs. Maplesville High School has set the bar in recent decades when it comes to consistency within a program, […] The post Progress 2024: Maplesville Tradition — Red Devils’ program built into one of Alabama’s best appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Shelby County Arts Council receives award for community efforts
The Shelby County Arts Council was recently awarded with the Stand for the Arts Award. Select arts organizations across the country are awarded with a sizable donation along with the honor of being an outstanding arts organization. The post Shelby County Arts Council receives award for community efforts appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabaster City Council purchases land for future fire station
ALABASTER, Ala. (WBRC) - As Alabaster grows, so does the need for more protection across the city. That’s why the city council announced on Monday they bought land to build a new fire station in the next few years. The new station will be located on a five-acre piece...
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