Emily Sparacino, Author at Shelby County Reporter

Montevallo

Herbert to run for Montevallo City Council District 5 seat

Arthur Herbert has announced his candidacy for Montevallo City Council District 5. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Friday, July 10, 2020 10:08 am

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SCS addresses parent questions about school reopening plans

Shelby County Schools responded to parents’ questions about face masks, bus transportation and other facets of the 2020-2021 school year as district leaders continue to ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Thursday, July 9, 2020 4:06 pm

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Traffic light coming to busy intersection in Chelsea

Construction has begun to install a traffic light at the intersection of Shelby County 39 and U.S. 280 in Chelsea. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Thursday, July 9, 2020 11:11 am

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New assistant principals named for Montevallo, Chelsea schools

The Shelby County Board of Education took action on two more school administrator positions during a July 7 meeting at the Shelby County Instructional Services ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 2:26 pm

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Chelsea extends support of Compact initiative, appoints deputy fire chief

The Chelsea City Council on July 7 passed a resolution confirming the city’s continued support of Shelby County Compact and heard from Chelsea Fire and ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 10:08 am

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Chelsea pharmacy offering COVID-19 self-swab testing

Snider’s Discount Pharmacy in Chelsea is offering COVID-19 self-swab testing by appointment. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, July 8, 2020 8:01 am

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Shelby County Schools sets 2020-21 plan, delays start

Shelby County Schools will reopen to students for the 2020-2021 academic year one week later than previously planned. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Tuesday, July 7, 2020 3:43 pm

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UPDATE: 8-year-old victim dies following Riverchase Galleria shooting

A shooting at the Riverchase Galleria on the afternoon of Friday, July 3 injured at least four people, the Hoover Police Department confirmed in a ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Friday, July 3, 2020 5:12 pm

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Brocato: City to take conservative approach toward next year’s budget

In a July 1 videoed statement, Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato shared an update on the city’s financial status as the end of the current fiscal ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Thursday, July 2, 2020 2:22 pm

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Jefferson State increases scholarship opportunities for fall semester

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a rise in the requests for financial aid, Jefferson State increased the number of scholarships available for the 2020 ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Thursday, July 2, 2020 9:07 am

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Chelsea youth sports activities resume

After the COVID-19 pandemic prompted the cancellation of spring sports, Chelsea’s Parks and Recreation department has resumed activities this summer and has announced plans for ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, July 1, 2020 11:14 am

Montevallo

First ‘Vallo Drive-In Movie’ deemed a success

After the Montevallo Junior City Council had to cancel its original summer movie plans, several organizations pooled their efforts and devised an alternative: a drive-in ... Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Wednesday, July 1, 2020 9:27 am

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Patilla reflects on 25 years of teaching at Odyssey

Katy Patilla sums up her 25-year tenure at Odyssey Early School at Inverness in one word: rewarding. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Tuesday, June 30, 2020 1:38 pm

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Shelby County DYW program to be held July 11

Six participants are set to compete in the Distinguished Young Women of Shelby County Class of 2021 program on Saturday, July 11 at 7 p.m. Read more

by Emily Sparacino, Tuesday, June 30, 2020 11:02 am

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Ready to Shred Recycling Day set for July 17

Residents will have the opportunity to safely and securely recycle certain electronic and paper items on Friday, July 17. Read more