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Sheriff’s reports from March 22-29
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The following are uniform incident and offense reports from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office from March 22-29: -Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia from the 11000 block of Shelby County 17, Montevallo. -Unlawful possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia from the 11000 block of Shelby...
Selma fisherman finishes in Top 10 at Lake Mitchell tournament
Selma resident Mark Black had a top-10 finish at the Bass Fishing League (BFL) tournament on Lake Mitchell east of Clanton on April 20. Black finished in a tie for eighth place in the co-angler division with five bass that weighed eight pounds and 13 ounces, earning a prize of $234. “Lake Mitchell was fishing […] The post Selma fisherman finishes in Top 10 at Lake Mitchell tournament appeared first on The Selma Times‑Journal.
Relay for Life crowns queens on 10th anniversary
By Elisabeth Altamirano-Smith | Community Columnist In April, the 2024 Miss Relay for Life Queens were named and joined the sisterhood of many other Miss Relay for Life Queens. The pageant and assembly marked the 10th anniversary of the Chilton County “Fighting for a Cure” Pageant. Relay for Life organizers not only crowned the new […] The post Relay for Life crowns queens on 10th anniversary appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
3rd annual Spring Fling Food Truck Fest satiates crowd in Montevallo
Crowds of people kicked off their weekend with a day of community fun and full stomachs on Saturday, April 27 during the third annual Spring Fling Family Food Truck Fest in Montevallo. The post 3rd annual Spring Fling Food Truck Fest satiates crowd in Montevallo appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
University of Montevallo launching new doctorate degree program
MONTEVALLO, Ala. (WBRC) - The University of Montevallo is launching their first doctoral degree program. University leaders told WBRC they are excited to offer this doctorate degree in education leadership. The program will add to the many student services they provide through the Office of Graduate Studies. Courtney Bentley, the...
Shelby County shelter waives adoption fees as it reaches max capacity
On April 30, otherwise known as National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, the Shelby County Humane Society is waiving adoption fees. While the shelter normally charges up to $125 for adoptions, this event was prompted by more than a holiday celebration. According to the Shelby Humane Facebook page, the shelter...
Students in Calera’s Case program completed an 8 week vape cessation class
CALERA, Ala. (WBRC) - A milestone has been reached for a Calera police program that works to stop young people from vaping. Last week the first group of students completed their 8 week vape cessation class. Calera Sgt. Robbie Grant told WBRC, the program wasn’t just about breaking vaping addiction....
Annual ADEM burn ban now in effect until October
Local authorities and municipalities are currently working to remind county residents that the annual warm weather burn ban is once again in effect. The post Annual ADEM burn ban now in effect until October appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Montevallo Main Street receives 2024 accredited program designation status from Main Street America
On April 29, representatives from Montevallo Main Street officially announced that they had achieved the status of being an accredited Main Street America program. The post Montevallo Main Street receives 2024 accredited program designation status from Main Street America appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Calera sweeps area tournament to claim 2024 area championship
Outscoring opponents by a combined score of 35-7, the Calera Eagles had no issues blazing a trail to the Class 6A, Area 5 Championship. The post Calera sweeps area tournament to claim 2024 area championship appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Montevallo, Calera, Chelsea educators receive awards during inaugural Character Education Award Banquet
Three Shelby County Schools educators were chosen for awards out of 12 nominees for their exemplary character and service during the inaugural Character Education Award Banquet. The post Montevallo, Calera, Chelsea educators receive awards during inaugural Character Education Award Banquet appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Calera celebrates summer with strawberry festival
To celebrate the beginning of warm weather and clear blue skies, the Calera community assembled at Oliver Park for the 13th annual strawberry festival on Saturday, April 20. The post Calera celebrates summer with strawberry festival appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
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