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New surveillance cameras will be installed along Main Street in Montevallo
MONTEVALLO, Ala. (WBRC) - You’ll soon notice new additions in Montevallo meant to keep you safe downtown. Seven surveillance cameras will be installed along Main Street covering the area from city hall to fire station one. City Clerk Steve Gilbert said their goal is to improve public safety. “It...
Only at Ozan
Nestled in the Appalachian foothills in the heart of Calera rests Ozan Vineyard, Winery and Spirits. Although the off season’s crops now seem barren, the five-acre vineyard has successfully weathered another tumultuous winter season–and springtime is now here. During the months that follow, this picturesque patch of heaven...
YMCA of Greater Birmingham launches free mobile summer food program for children
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Children in several apartment complexes in Jefferson and Shelby counties will get free lunch delivered thanks to a new program through the YMCA of Birmingham. The YMCA is launching a new mobile free summer food program for children who rely on free or reduced lunch during...
Man convicted in 1990 stabbing death of Coosa County woman dies in prison cell
A man convicted in the stabbing death of a Coosa County woman more than three decades ago has died in prison. James Clark Jr., 55, was convicted of murder in the 1990 slaying of Melissa Buckner during a robbery. He was serving a life sentence at William Donaldson Correctional Facility in western Jefferson County.
Alabaster library to install story walks at elementary schools
The Albert L. Scott Library is set to install story walks at both of Alabaster’s elementary schools thanks to two grants from state representatives. The post Alabaster library to install story walks at elementary schools appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Brewer serving as Relay Queen with a purpose
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor 2024 Miss Relay for Life Queen Gracie Brewer is using her new crown to not only promote the fight against cancer, but to honor her aunt at the same time. Brewer was crowned the new Miss Relay for Life Queen at the annual pageant on April 27, and did […] The post Brewer serving as Relay Queen with a purpose appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Heavy rain and strong storms move in this coming week
TONIGHT - TUESDAY. Another complex of rain and thunderstorms moves in late tonight through sunrise on Tuesday. The heaviest rain and the strongest storms will likely stay well south of Interstate 20 (Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, and Anniston south to Clanton, Montgomery, Selma, and Demopolis). There is a risk for a few...
Helena breaks ground on new city hall
The city of Helena broke ground on the new Helena City Hall on the morning of Monday, May 13 at 10 a.m. Featuring remarks from key supporters of the project as well as a ceremonial ground breaking, the morning marked the beginning of a new chapter for the city of Helena. The post Helena breaks ground on new city hall appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabaster Goes Red finds success with inaugural outing
A sea of community members dressed in red were present at Alabaster’s Patriots Park during the inaugural Alabaster Goes Red event. The post Alabaster Goes Red finds success with inaugural outing appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabama coal company sued for a home explosion is delinquent on dozens of penalties
OAK GROVE, Ala.—Clara Riley thought she was having a heart attack. As an Alabama mine has slowly approached the coal seam under her home, Riley’s anxiety has sometimes gotten the best of her. In late April, after a mine representative visited her home, the 90-year-old said she broke down. She could feel the weight of it all on her chest.
Community of Hope Health Clinic’s fundraiser exceeds expectations, raises more than $60,000
The Community of Hope Health Clinic found unexpected success at its fifth annual CHHC Fundraiser, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 when the event surpassed expectations by more than $10,000. The post Community of Hope Health Clinic’s fundraiser exceeds expectations, raises more than $60,000 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.
Montevallo Elementary School holds joint Multicultural Festival and Olympics event
In the spirit of diversity and inclusivity, Montevallo Elementary School held its annual Multicultural Festival again this year in a celebration that featured an added focus toward the upcoming Olympic games. The post Montevallo Elementary School holds joint Multicultural Festival and Olympics event appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
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