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“The danger is real and present”: Law enforcement, doctors warn about teen Delta-8 use
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A product that can make users high is placed prominently on gas station shelves, not far from chewing gum or hand sanitizer. There’s no reason to hide Delta-8 THC products - they’re legal, and in high demand. “There is a sense that if this...
Spain Park names former Thompson coach DJ Black as new boys basketball coach
The Spain Park Jaguars will turn to a well-known name from Shelby County to lead its boys basketball program forward. The post Spain Park names former Thompson coach DJ Black as new boys basketball coach appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Read this Book: Lynn Thomas’ Best Adult Reads for Summer
Lynn Thomas has been a part of the Chelsea Public Library staff since 2019. Her favorite thing about working at the library is facilitating the book club, which she has done since joining the library staff. Her favorite genre to read is literary fiction because it is strongly character driven and explores themes and commentary about life and the human condition. Here are a few of her recent favorites.
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.
City of Sylacauga invites community participation through four board openings
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The City of Sylacauga has opened applications for positions on four separate boards, welcoming community members to participate in shaping local affairs. Those interested in applying for roles on the Airport Authority board, the Sylacauga Health Care Authority board, the Tree Commission board, and the Utility Board have until Friday, June 7.
Helena new city hall groundbreaking ceremony
HELENA, Ala. (WBRC) - Monday, state and city leaders gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony in Helena for the new city hall. Helena Mayor Brian Puckett says construction on the new city hall will start next month. “This is an exciting time for the city,” Mayor Puckett says. “This is an...
Five Questions For: Torre DeVito, Buck Creek Coffee and Smoothies
Husband-and-wife duo Torre and Karen DeVito first met in a coffee house nearly 40 years ago. In 2019, the DeVitos purchased the former Kai’s Koffee space and transformed it into Buck Creek Coffee and Smoothies. They say that together, building their business has been a labor of love. Here, Torre gives an insider scoop on the business’ founding, menu items and appreciation for the community’s support.
Helena’s run at state title ends with back-to-back losses in Oxford
After a successful season that saw them claim region and area championships and rise to the No. 1 ranking in the state, the journey is over for the Helena Huskies. The post Helena’s run at state title ends with back-to-back losses in Oxford appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Pelham High School seniors forge varied paths forward at Awards Day celebration
From enrolling in various universities, to embarking on career endeavors or bravely stepping into the armed forces, Pelham High School honored its graduating seniors and their diverse paths toward the futures during their annual Senior Awards Day on Wednesday, May 1. The post Pelham High School seniors forge varied paths forward at Awards Day celebration appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Overnight Alabama storms shake houses, down trees, power lines, leave schools in dark
Overnight thunderstorms on Thursday night into Friday morning again shook houses, downed trees and power lines and forced Oak Mountain Elementary School to switch to remote learning, and Butler County schools to cancel classes, because of power outages. It was the latest in a series of storms that brought tornadoes...
Thompson beats Central-Phenix City but drops two tough tests to exit state tournament
It was an emotional evening for the Thompson Warriors on Monday, May 13 at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park as their run at the state championship ended after a day full of tough tests. The post Thompson beats Central-Phenix City but drops two tough tests to exit state tournament appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Alabaster honors graduating students of city personnel
In what has become a new tradition, the Alabaster City Council honored the graduating students of city personnel during a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 13. The post Alabaster honors graduating students of city personnel appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
[WATCH] Coosa Valley Medical Center One-on-One with Childersburg’s Johnny Johnson – Spring Jamboree (Sylacauga) preview
CHILDERSBURG, Ala. – An old rivalry will be renewed Friday night, May 17, as the Childersburg Tigers face off against the Sylacauga Aggies in a Spring Jamboree at Legion Stadium. Head Coach Johnny Johnson talks about the gains his team and coaching staff have made in the offseason, the...
Alabaster BOE reappoints leaders for next term, approves furniture purchase for ACES/Alternative School
The Alabaster City Schools Board of Education unanimously approved the reappointment of Adam Moseley as president and Derek Henderson as vice president during a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 13. The post Alabaster BOE reappoints leaders for next term, approves furniture purchase for ACES/Alternative School appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Sylacauga Police Department warns of surge in fraudulent online transactions
SYLACAUGA, Ala. – The Sylacauga Police Department is sounding the alarm on a troubling uptick in fraudulent transactions within the community, particularly targeting online and social media sellers. Law enforcement officials have observed a surge in scams involving counterfeit currency, with perpetrators deceiving unsuspecting sellers during transactions, often for...
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