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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - UPDATE: All lanes of I-65 SB/NB in Shelby County have reopened after a wreck early Saturday afternoon. Multiple car crashes have shut down lanes on I-65 in Shelby County. Alabaster Police are currently on the scene of a wreck on I-65 near mile marker 235 in...

CHILTON COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A Clanton man is dead following a single-vehicle crash that occurred Thursday afternoon. Leighton Nelson, 44, was killed when the ATV he was driving left the roadway before coming back onto the roadway and overturning around 3:30 p.m., according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Nelson, who was pronounced dead […]

Gunfire rang out in the parking lot of a Pelham shopping center Sunday night, sending one person to the hospital. The incident happened about 6:45 p.m. at Southgate Village on U.S. 31. Police officials said at least two people were meeting to carry out the sale of a cell phone....

A Sylacauga man has been indicted in a 2021 distracted driving crash that killed a 29-year-old woman in Shelby County. A grand jury indicted 25-year-old Allen Montel Barefield on a felony charge of manslaughter. The indictment was made public Friday. The crash happened on Aug. 5, 2021, on U.S. 280...

A manhunt is underway in Chilton County after an attempted arrest Thursday evening. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says a State Trooper tried to make an arrest just before 5:30 p.m. on September 28, 2023 along Interstate 65 near mile marker 200. During the attempted arrest, the suspect ran away...

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CHILTON CO., Ala. (WBRC) - A pie company in Chilton County has introduced a unique feature to reach more customers. Pies by Mike announced their addition of a pie vending machine on their Facebook page on Sept. 25, saying: “We realize there are many people that cannot get to us during our normal operating hours so we are excited to announce that beginning in the next day or two, you will have access to our pies 24/7 via our Smart Fridge!”

JUNCTION CITY, Kan. — At the halftime break on Day 2 of the Bassmaster College Classic Bracket presented by Lew’s, Tucker Smith had only landed three keeper bass. But thanks to an afternoon rally that saw the Auburn senior land the biggest bass of the tournament so far, Smith finished with a limit weighing 11 pounds, 2 ounces to advance past the University of Montevallo’s Brody Robison (9-0) and into the final round.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Shelby County is planning to spend millions to help improve the quality of life in lower income areas. The county is getting a $1 million a year for the next three years to help 13 cities. The community development block grant will help areas in need like the city of Wilton, who needs water infrastructure improvements.

SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - A Shelby County family needs your help and support after a gunshot wound almost killed 23-year-old Bronson Britnell. Britnell survived after being shot, and after being released from the hospital, the family has been struggling to keep up with his care. A benefit ride is being held in a few weeks to raise money to help the family.

HARPERSVILLE, Ala. — The pumpkin patch atOld Baker Farm is officially open. Each year, the Baker family welcomes thousands of guests to their farm in Harpersville. Pamela Baker, wife of Farmer Jerry Baker, said it all began in the late 1990s after a conversation with relatives. "We decided one...

The Shelby County Chamber has named the recipients of the 2023 Public Safety Award. The Pelham Police Department and Pelham Fire Department are being recognized for their service. Firefighter/Paramedic Buddy Ingleright of the Pelham Fire Department is the Firefighter of the Year. His EMS skills have significantly contributed to the success of the RSI pilot program, coordinated by the Alabama Office of EMS. The program aims to improve field patient care, focusing on airway management in critical situations. Ingleright, now a Critical Care Paramedic, has led several life-saving cardiac arrest cases.

SEALED BIDS - BODY WORN CAMERAS. Sealed bids for BODY WORN CAMERAS will be received in the office of the County Manager, Shelby County Administration Building, 200 West College Street-Room 123, Columbiana, Alabama 35051 until 2:45 P.M., October 10, 2023, at which time bids will be opened publicly and read. The County Commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities in awarding this bid to the lowest responsive bidder. Bidders are to state that bids submitted are firm and that no claims for errors will be made after bids are opened and subsequent thereof. If you have any questions concerning bid specifications, please contact Juli Ferguson at jferguson@shelbyal.com.

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MOODY – It was a day of painful déjà vu for the Shelby County Wildcats after they walked away suffering a loss of 49-6 by the Moody Blue Devils. “We’ve got a long way to go,” Shelby County coach Zeb Ellison said after tonight’s game. “You’ve just got to take it one play at a time. The players are extremely young, and we’ve got to have some guys step up, we’ve said it all year. We’ve got to keep getting better.”

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Registration for the annual WBRC FOX6 Gifts for Kids Salvation Army Angel Tree starts Oct. 2 and goes through Oct. 13. Registration for Birmingham and Bessemer area residents will be held at The Center of Hope located at 2015 26th Avenue North Birmingham, AL 35234. For...

Southern Baptists chose the book of Psalms for special study a few years back. When I preached from book three, chapters 73-89, I learned about Asaph who was a choir director in the Jerusalem temple. Asaph asked thoughtful questions about the prosperity of wicked people, the suffering of righteous people and the judgment of God. Through it all, however, he held resolutely to his faith.

Denise Garibay is to serve as the next assistant principal of Oak Mountain Middle School. The post Denise Garibay named new OMMS assistant principal appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.

COLUMBIANA – The Cornerstone Christian Chargers faced a key moment of adversity as they trailed the Southern Prep Fighting Rangers, 22-0, after the first quarter. Their response not only decided the game, but it extended Cornerstone’s undefeated season and put the Chargers a step closer towards the No. 1 seed in the playoffs. Cornerstone won, 52-48, against Southern Prep at home on Friday, Sept. 28.

HUNTSVILLE | The UAH men's soccer team played to a 0-0 tie on Sunday afternoon in Gulf South Conference action against Montevallo. UAH moves to 4-2-3 (2-0-2), while UM's record is now 2-6-1 (1-2-1 GSC). The Falcons held the edge over the Chargers with three shots on goal compared to...