Scott Mims, Author at Shelby County Reporter

Business

Calera Main Street offering gift boxes for Valentine’s

CALERA — As Valentine’s Day approaches, local shoppers will be looking for safe ways to celebrate with their significant other. Read more

by Scott Mims, Monday, January 18, 2021 1:49 pm

Alabaster Main Story

Henry announces candidacy for State House

Republican George Henry of Montevallo has announced his candidacy to represent District 73 in the Alabama House of Representatives. Read more

by Scott Mims, Monday, January 18, 2021 11:59 am

News

Fire departments work to contain Pelham brush fire

PELHAM — The Pelham Fire Department, with assistance from other area fire departments, contained a brush fire that occurred Friday night, Jan. 15 in the ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Friday, January 15, 2021 8:07 pm

Business

Mama Coco Cantina blends Mexican food, culture

CALERA — Los Angeles native Jessica Bargas couldn’t be happier to be in downtown Calera, Alabama. As the manager of new Mexican restaurant Mama Coco ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 13, 2021 1:05 pm

Calera

Right on target: Big Axe Hangout offers mobile form of entertainment

CALERA — Sometimes you just feel like throwing an axe at an approaching zombie. Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 13, 2021 11:42 am

Columbiana

Columbiana leadership looking ahead to 2021

COLUMBIANA — New Columbiana Mayor David Mitchell and the City Council seem optimistic going into 2021, and members of the administration have shared their priorities ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 6, 2021 12:10 pm

Columbiana

State Farm taking donations for SEA

COLUMBIANA — In an effort to help local families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and other hardships, Craig Dorris State Farm in Columbiana is accepting ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 6, 2021 9:52 am

Columns

COLUMN: Ending 2020 on the right note

It can be difficult to rebound from mountaintop experiences. Read more

by Scott Mims, Wednesday, January 6, 2021 1:55 am

News

Small-town feel: Wilsonville Pharmacy makes convenience a priority

WILSONVILLE —Jennifer Setzer-Polek thumbs through an old pharmacy book that sits in the front window of Wilsonville Pharmacy. Read more

by Scott Mims, Tuesday, December 29, 2020 12:16 pm

Columbiana

Lewis retiring, working on book

Columbiana native Joyce Lewis is a familiar face to many in Shelby County. Read more

by Scott Mims, Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:20 am

News

WES Jr. Deputy program teaches kids integrity

Merriam-Webster defines “integrity” as “firm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values.” Read more

by Scott Mims, Friday, December 18, 2020 2:39 pm

280 Main Story

County offering 5 locations to recycle trees

Shelby County, in partnership with local municipalities, will again offer its Christmas Tree Recycling Program this season with five designated drop-off locations spread throughout the ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Friday, December 18, 2020 12:02 pm

Columbiana

Cheerful carolers: Fifth graders sing for nursing home residents

COLUMBIANA — A Columbiana trolley car rolled up in front of Columbiana Health and Rehab on a cold, misty morning. Out poured a group of ... Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, December 17, 2020 11:07 am

280 Main Story

Area churches hosting Christmas-themed services

Churches in the Shelby County area will observe Christmas Eve and other Christmas-themed services throughout the coming week. Read more

by Scott Mims, Thursday, December 17, 2020 7:00 am

Columbiana

Sweet success for Candy Cane Buddies

COLUMBIANA — The Columbiana Police Department helped more than double the original number of families through its inaugural Candy Cane Buddies program, thanks to local ... Read more