christineboatwright, Author at Shelby County Reporter

News

Local man’s novel chosen for Books-A-Million award

After spending six months writing his first novel in a Pelham hotel, Rhett Barbaree recently won the Alabaster Books-A-Million’s Hand Sale Choice for his book, ... Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Thursday, March 21, 2013 4:16 pm

Helena

Zombie show choir to bring undeadly delight

A show choir of the undead will put on its final performance at the Helena Middle School Dessert Cabaret April 6. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Thursday, March 21, 2013 3:17 pm

News

Seniors ready for the job market

Local seniors gathered at the Albert L. Scott Library to learn the art of networking March 20. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Wednesday, March 20, 2013 5:09 pm

Columbiana

After 30 years, mother’s sacrifice comes full circle

Thirty years ago, a Columbiana woman pawned a beloved high school ring to purchase Christmas gifts for her three children. Her children recently returned the ... Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Wednesday, March 20, 2013 4:39 pm

Chelsea

Chelsea Council to hold April 2 public hearing for sales tax increase

The Chelsea City Council will hold a public hearing April 2 to give residents an opportunity to discuss a proposed one-cent sales tax increase. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Wednesday, March 20, 2013 3:01 pm

News

Four charged with drug manufacturing

Pelham Police discovered ingredients to potentially construct a methamphetamine lab in a vehicle holding five occupants during a traffic stop March 17, according to Capt. ... Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Tuesday, March 19, 2013 4:16 pm

Columns

Shelby County finds a place for the wallflower

For the last two-plus years, I have attempted to watch Shelby County from the outside. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:32 am

Calera

Residents question Calera Council’s proposed sales tax increase

Calera residents questioned the Calera City Council during a public hearing regarding a proposed one-cent sales tax increase. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 9:01 pm

Chelsea

Chelsea firefighters donning dresses for good cause

The waitresses of Hartley’s restaurant in Chelsea will have the night off April 20 as the Chelsea Fire Chief, members of Chelsea Fire and Rescue ... Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 4:34 pm

News

County under severe thunderstorm warning

Shelby County is now under a severe thunderstorm warning, along with Etowah and St. Clair counties, according to the National Weather Service. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 4:08 pm

Chelsea

Chelsea mayor to propose one-cent sales tax increase

Chelsea Mayor Earl Niven plans to propose a one-cent sales tax to fund upcoming capital improvement projects. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 3:32 pm

News

NWS: Possible hail, winds in evening severe thunderstorms

Shelby County is under a hazardous weather outlook from the National Weather Service. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 2:37 pm

News

Vincent JROTC to compete in international academic bowl

Vincent High School’s Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps will be competing against high schools across the nation in the U.S. Army JROTC Academic Bowl this ... Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 2:17 pm

Montevallo

Montevallo joins state walking tour program

Montevallo is one of 22 towns across Alabama that will be on display during Saturday mornings in April as part of the Alabama Tourism Department's ... Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 12:38 pm

News

Easter bunny coming to Wilton March 23

The Town of Wilton invites everyone for a day of family fun at its annual Spring Fling. Read more

by Christine Boatwright, Monday, March 18, 2013 11:43 am

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