By ALEC ETHEREDGE | Publisher In Chelsea, there have been persistent whispers that Chick-fil-A is on the way! Target will arrive soon! Lowe’s HomeGoods. Anything you can think of has been brought up. After passing an incentive package to attract a significant development—the largest retail development in the city’s history—the city now has the chance…
By Staff Writer Tyler Riley HOOVERHoover Police Chief Nick Derzis concluded the evening by making a special statement about his impending future in front of the Hoover City Council and residents. Derzis named Hoover Assistant Police Chief Norman McDuffey as the interim police chief while he takes a leave of absence from the role during…
By Staff Writer Daniel Locke Jenny Terrell, Director of Children’s Services at The Arc of Shelby County, was chosen to be a member of the United Way of Central Alabama’s LEARN United cohort. A rigorous 12-week program called LEARN United, which stands for leadership education and preparedness for NGOs, aims to improve the leadership abilities…
By Managing Editor Noah Worton ColumbiaA brilliant, red, and strong insignia gleamed among the suits and dresses as friends and family walked through the doors of the First Baptist Church of Columbiana. The Birmingham Bulls insignia, which honors Joseph Stroud’s life and legacy, was emblazoned on the collared shirts of many attendees. Joseph, who was…
By Staff Writer Daniel Locke HELENAWill Miller of Appalachian State, a Helena native who won two state titles at Thompson, has represented Shelby County well in NCAA wrestling. Miller’s 2024–25 season with the Mountaineers was noteworthy; he won a match in the NCAA championships in the 165-pound division, finished in the top 10 all season,…
By Staff Writer Dave Domezik MONTEVALLO This Friday, June 27, the Montevallo Sister City Commission will hold its annual Jail-N-Bail fundraiser to benefit local students who are traveling to Echizen, Japan, giving community members the opportunity to lock up local leaders for a worthy cause. During the event, which will be held at Medders Family…
By Staff Writer Dave Domezik PELHAMA drinks and Burgers Night, one of Pelham’s most well-liked Friday events, took place on Friday, June 20. A vibrant crowd crowded the terrace at Ballantrae Golf Club for a night of sizzling burgers, chilled drinks, and exciting music. The event, which took place from 5 to 8:30 p.m., provided…
By Staff Writer Daniel Locke HELENAThe city of Helena may soon see an increase in sales tax. On Monday, June 23, the Helena City Council held a first reading for a proposed sales tax hike during a regularly scheduled meeting. When the council reconvenes, there will be a vote and a time for public comment….
By Staff Writer Tyler Riley Every year between 2009 and 2017, a child sat in a classroom conversing to his pals while they waited for the bell to ring on a mid-May day. They all looked forward to this sound every day, but on this specific day of the year, it marked the beginning of…
By Staff Writer Dave Domezik MONTEVALLOOn Saturday, June 14, Xcaret Grill Mexican Restaurant celebrated its formal ribbon cutting, ushering in a new era for the eatery and the local dining scene. The event was held in downtown Montevallo, and there was a lively environment throughout. Xcaret Grill, owned by Saray and Daniel Jimenez, is located…
