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News

Shelby County again has state’s lowest unemployment rate

Shelby County again has the state’s best unemployment rate at 7.4 percent for the month of October, down from 7.6 percent in September. Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, November 20, 2009 4:26 pm

Business

Alabama Power to cut rates for small businesses

After the start of the new year, small businesses will get a break in their Alabama Power rates. Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, November 20, 2009 12:15 pm

News

Communities throughout county considering RecycleBank program

Some county residents might soon have more incentive to recycle beyond saving the Earth. Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, November 20, 2009 11:10 am

Hero teaches Chelsea students about fire safety

More than 600 Chelsea Intermediate School students Thursday got the chance to learn about fire safety from one of their favorite teachers — Hero, the ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, November 19, 2009 3:40 pm

White Rock claims EBSCO illegally dumped hazardous waste

White Rock Quarries Thursday presented findings that apparently show EBSCO Industries illegally dumped more than 15 tons of hazardous waste in Vincent over 15 years. Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, November 19, 2009 3:11 pm

Lifestyles

Harpersville residents reach out to clothe families

When Harpersville residents Della Pender and her father, Howard Roberson, first bought the building that would later become God's Outreach Center, it wasn't yet fit ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Thursday, November 19, 2009 3:06 pm

News

Riley speaks in support of toll lanes on U.S. 280

In a luncheon Wednesday with the Birmingham Business Alliance, Gov. Bob Riley said he supports the idea of toll lanes on U.S. 280 to help ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, November 18, 2009 5:03 pm

Helena Winn Dixie robber at large

The Winn Dixie grocery store on County Road 17 in Helena was robbed at gunpoint Monday night, according to Helena Police Capt. Tim Carter. Read more

by Amy Jones, Tuesday, November 17, 2009 1:35 pm

News

County celebrates National Adoption Awareness Week with 11 adoptions

On Nov. 13, Shelby County’s Probate Court became a celebration room, festooned with balloons, streamers and the sound of children’s laughter. That day, Probate Judge ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Monday, November 16, 2009 9:00 am

News

Humane society offering dog obedience classes

Shelby County dog owners now have an affordable way to teach manners to their pets. Read more

by Amy Jones, Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:23 am

News

EBSCO takes official stand on quarry

EBSCO Industries President and CEO F. Dixon Brooke Jr. Nov. 11 announced EBSCO is officially against White Rock Quarries’ proposed limestone quarry in Vincent. Read more

by Amy Jones, Wednesday, November 11, 2009 1:27 pm

Tropical storm could bring flooding, strong winds

Shelby County could face some bad weather courtesy of Tropical Storm Ida, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologist Mark Rose said Shelby County could ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Monday, November 9, 2009 3:39 pm

News

Face off on Vincent’s Highway 25

On one side of State Highway 25 in Vincent, next to Smith's Associated Foods, stands a building with signs, lettered in red and blue, proudly ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Sunday, November 8, 2009 2:33 pm

Lifestyles

Jeff State educator named Chef of the Year

Joseph Mitchell is known for his commitment to working with the community just as much as he’s known for his excellent pastries. Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, November 6, 2009 11:50 am

Business

New system allows businesses to file personal property taxes online

Shelby County businesses now have an easier way to file personal property taxes. Property Tax Commissioner Don Armstrong said this year, for the first time, ... Read more

by Amy Jones, Friday, November 6, 2009 11:07 am

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