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News

County expecting snow Friday; schools will remain open

Shelby County is looking at the possibility of two to four inches of snow Feb. 12, according to the National Weather Service. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, February 11, 2010 3:26 pm

News

Alabama House committee shuts down charter school bill

Charter schools in Alabama are in serious doubt after a House committee shut down a Shelby County representative’s charter schools bill Feb. 10. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, February 11, 2010 1:45 pm

News

Hoover superintendent to report “financial irregularities” at Spain Park

Hoover Schools Superintendent Andy Craig will report financial irregularities at Spain Park High School to the Alabama Ethics Commission, according to a statement released by ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, February 9, 2010 6:32 pm

News

County to get stimulus funds for utility relocation

The Shelby County Commission passed a resolution Feb. 8 to use $265,000 in stimulus money for a highway project. Read more

by Amy Jones, Monday, February 8, 2010 4:30 pm

News

Helena resident dies in wreck on I-459

A Helena resident and UAB student died this morning in a wreck on Interstate 459. Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, February 5, 2010 5:21 pm

Business

Legal group to host seminar on avoiding foreclosure

For those worrying about losing their homes, help is coming. Legal Services Alabama will host a seminar on how to avoid foreclosure Feb. 18 at ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, February 5, 2010 3:39 pm

News

Jeff State to celebrate International Women’s Day

When Mary Martin first saw the documentary “A Powerful Noise,” she knew immediately Jefferson State Community College students needed to see it. Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, February 5, 2010 1:55 pm

News

Hoover school system revises tax proposal

Hoover citizens will vote on the Hoover School System’s proposal to extend a 24-mill property tax April 27. Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, February 3, 2010 3:35 pm

News

Mt Laurel opens park for dogs

Dog lovers in Mt Laurel now have a puppy playground appropriate for dogs and humans alike. Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, February 2, 2010 4:23 pm

News

Sweet begins hopeful run to the State House

As a small crowd gathered with signs of support at Veterans Park in Hoover, Virginia Sweet launched her candidacy to represent District 43, which includes ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Monday, February 1, 2010 6:29 pm

News

Gubernatorial candidates speak at luncheon

Eight gubernatorial candidates spoke about their plans for Shelby County and the state at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce luncheon Jan. 28. Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, January 27, 2010 6:27 pm

Opinion

Legislators working hard

Now that the Aughts, Preteens or whatever you want to call the previous decade is over, we can finally move on to the 2010 Legislative ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, January 27, 2010 3:32 pm

News

Publix breaks ground in Chelsea

In early 2011, Chelsea citizens can expect another local choice for grocery shopping. Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, January 27, 2010 10:58 am

News

Vincent citizens speak out on quarry

Vincent citizens took advantage of their chance to speak out on the proposed limestone quarry during a planning commission public hearing Jan. 26. Dozens stepped ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, January 26, 2010 10:33 pm

Business

Birmingham Yellow Cab offers safe rides

Birmingham Yellow Cab is expanding the company’s Safe Ride Home program, in which bars and restaurants can sign up to have intoxicated customers taken home ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, January 26, 2010 5:10 pm

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