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PICTURE FLIPPER

Learning by hand

When teacher Jessica Olsen greeted the class at Vincent Middle/High School, she launched into the day’s lesson without ever saying a word. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, October 21, 2010 5:37 pm

Hoover

Hoover launches island at Veterans Park

The lake at Veterans Park on Valleydale Road is now home to a small island making a big impact on the local environment. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, October 21, 2010 3:57 pm

Hoover

Bomb squads flock to Hoover for training

In a parking lot at Regions Park, a school bus and an 18-wheeler waited for the bomb squads. Across the lot, a blast went off, ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, October 20, 2010 12:49 pm

Columbiana

Audit reveals former county employee stole money

An audit by the State Examiners of Public Accounts, released last week, revealed a former Shelby County employee made 19 unauthorized withdrawals from a Shelby ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, October 12, 2010 3:36 pm

News

Popular poisons

Sometimes teenagers are willing to try anything, a fact that can hit a little too close to home for Jennifer Campisi, a counselor at the ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, October 12, 2010 12:18 pm

Columns

What the kids are doing these days

Now, I just want to start by being honest. I’m only 24 — not that much older than the teens partaking in the disturbing trends ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, October 12, 2010 12:04 pm

Columbiana

Dog breeders speak out at County Commission meeting

Local dog breeders spoke out about what a kennel is — and isn’t — during the Oct. 11 County Commission meeting and work session. Read more

by Amy Jones, Monday, October 11, 2010 12:10 pm

News

PHS junior beating cancer like a drum

As Carson Sumpter walked to the middle of the Pelham High School gym, the cheers — already near-deafening — got even louder. Read more

by Amy Jones, Sunday, October 10, 2010 12:09 pm

Hoover

Greystone to host golf tournament benefiting National Guard

Last year, the Greystone Outreach Legacy Foundation was able to donate $40,000 to various local and state organizations through its Fallen Heroes Event. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, October 7, 2010 5:22 pm

Columbiana

Commissioner gives update on county affairs

Shelby County Commissioner Corley Ellis said the county is remaining fiscally responsible while trying to meet the needs of its residents. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, October 7, 2010 2:47 pm

Hoover

State officials discuss possibly changing education standards

State education officials traveled to Spain Park High School Oct. 5 to speak with teachers and administrators about possible changes in state education standards. Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, October 6, 2010 2:14 pm

PICTURE FLIPPER

Vincent school band to play in D.C.

The Vincent Middle High School concert band will play to a different crowd next April, when they will travel to Washington D.C. to participate in ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, October 6, 2010 1:26 pm

Columbiana

UPDATED: Child dies in ATV accident

A 9-year-old girl died in an accident Oct. 1 in which an all-terrain vehicle collided with a car. Read more

by Amy Jones, Monday, October 4, 2010 11:20 am

RSS Facebook

Special needs students have fun at Fall Fling

A group of 12 children sat at tall drums, imitating their instructor. As he pounded the drums with his hands, so did they. As he ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, October 1, 2010 4:45 pm

News

Cahaba Valley Health Care to host seminar on starting a nonprofit

Those looking to help lessen suffering by starting a nonprofit organization should mark Oct. 29 on their calendars. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, September 30, 2010 3:37 pm

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