Shelby County is blossoming all over. Life changes almost on a daily basis here. And it’s our responsibility, as your newspaper, to keep you informed.

The FYI edition serves as a guide for the newcomer and life-long resident alike.

Featured in this year’s FYI is a list of 10 reasons to live in each city in the county.

You will find the top 10 employers, top 10 crimes and the top 10 fastest growing areas and most populated cities.

Read about each of Shelby County’s public and private schools and explore higher education as offered by the University of Montevallo and Jefferson State Community College.

Check out the top 10 historical locations and places to discover.

Kick back and read about 10 ways to spend a Shelby County afternoon.

Find out how and where to turn on your electricity, gas, water or telephone.

Figure out where to register to vote and who your elected officials are.

And finally, discover valuable information about your newspaper.

Learn about the history of the newspaper. Learn how to place news items and advertisements in the newspaper. Learn about our deadlines.

And meet the staff of the Reporter, all of whom worked diligently to produce an invaluable guide to life in Shelby County.

Our staff is honored to bring you this collection of resources, and we did it all . . . For Your Information