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Hot Iron event to feature vintage cars, prizes

Beautiful cars, live music, door prizes, great food, historical walking tours and a swap meet. These are just ...

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Martin known for his ministry, veteran support work

“Volunteering is a ministry. I feel the very least that we can do for our veterans is the ...

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School Bus Safety Rodeo held in Montevallo

Had you driven down Shelby Street in Montevallo on April !0th, you would have seen an obstacle course ...

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Anne Smith honored at Vincent library (community column)

By Kathy Copeland / Community Columnist April 14 was a happy day for Anne Smith. Surrounded by friends ...

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Shinholster logs extensive military volunteer involvement

“I joined the military because I wanted to make a difference,” 70-year-old Mel Shinholster said. “I didn’t have ...

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SCHS band meets fundraising goal for new uniforms

The Shelby County High School marching band, known as the Pride of Shelby County, will be proud indeed ...

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Blood drive for scholarship needs 89 donors

“You need blood for your daughter, but there is none available.” These were the words six years ago ...

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‘Westover Day in the Park’ will be held for the first time (community column)

By Frankie Osborn Announcing for the first time ever, “Westover Day in the Park.” This community event will ...

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The value of spending time together (community column)

By Kathy Copeland Saturday, March 23, was a gorgeous day, finally sunny after days of rain. Taking a ...

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Fayette not limited by illness

Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2008, Naser “Nash” Fayette’s life has presented many difficulties and unique challenges.

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Greene balances civic duties with volunteering

Don Greene, who celebrates his 81st birthday this year, pours most of his time and energy into his ...

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Columbiana tunes up for Music on Main

Columbiana, the charming county seat of Shelby County, is currently making plans to continue to grow its reputation ...

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The Royal Market opens in Helena

Longtime Helena resident Lacy Cost recently opened her third consignment boutique, The Royal Market, in Helena.

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Columbiana’s Touch a Truck event is April 13

Fire trucks, construction vehicles, race cars and even more exciting vehicles than these will be just a little ...

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Jones devoted to animal rescue work

Mary Louise Jones’ career at the Shelby Humane Society began with the simple act of spending time at ...

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