Local business owner Kennethee Dunner shares what she loves about Helena

Local business owner Kennethee Dunner shares what she loves about Helena.

Shopping local

Enjoying the variety of local businesses

I absolutely love the local shops that are owned by residents within Helena. It feels good to know you’re shopping or receiving services from friendly people that lives within your community.

Size of the city

Good growth in Helena

The growth that’s happening right here in Helena is impressive. It’s amazing to see how much the city has grown in the 10 years that I have lived here, which has led to more opportunities in our quality of living. Helena is a small city with a big heart. The trust and support of the communities that come together when help is needed is unmatched.

Great amenities

Ease of access to anything you need

The ease of amenities such as restaurants, gas stations and grocery stores that are located right within our community is a great part of living in Helena. It’s like everything I need is within five minutes of the house.

The outdoors

Finding a local trail or park

In Helena, we have such easy access to walking trails and parks that are safe and pet friendly. No matter what part of Helena you live in, a trail or park is nearby, which is great for families or those just wanting to get outside.

Education

Our local schools are a plus

The schools in Helena are conveniently located within the community and there’s bus transportation for students. Our schools are some of the best in the state, which is an attractive quality for most looking for a good city to call home.

SportsPlus

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All-State football team features 21 area stars, Spain Park’s Vakakes wins 6A Coach of the Year

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Hundreds come together to celebrate Helena’s annual Christmas tree lighting

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Helena comes together to celebrate the holidays with annual Christmas parade

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Helena holds interviews for vacancy on City Council Place 2

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Coosa Valley’s Aleah Pickett signs with Coastal Alabama South for volleyball

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North Shelby’s Nick Dunlap named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year

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Pelham City Schools recognizes Teacher, Support Person of the Year honorees

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2025 Pelham Polar Plunge announced

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Chelsea approves bid for renovations to Fire Station No. 32

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The Arc of Shelby County announces 2025 charity golf event

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University of Montevallo to offer Master of Education in special education in Fall 2025

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University of Montevallo honors 2024 graduates at Fall Commencement

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Pelham Fire Department announces 2024 Santa Stops

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Chelsea ranked No. 3 in first girls basketball media rankings

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SCSO makes second arrest in disabled adult abuse case

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THS Wind Ensemble, Graham Bennett named co-winners by The American Prize

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Alabaster forms Entertainment Committee, discusses entertainment district

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Alabaster employees wrap Christmas gifts for those in need

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Pelham announces Mike Vickery’s departure as head football coach

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Alabaster holds ribbon cutting to celebrate opening of new amphitheater

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Thompson takes trilogy with Helena after victory over JAG

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Evangel, Cornerstone stars shine at Gatlinburg All-American Bowl

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Gridiron gold: 2024 All-County football team recognizes area’s best