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Pelham facilities temporarily closing over coronavirus concerns
City Hall offices, Revenue offices and the Pelham Waterworks Department will remain open for regular business during normal business hours.
University of Montevallo extending spring break then moving classes online
President John W. Stewart III announced Friday that spring break will begin March 16 and last two weeks.
Shelby Baptist CMO honored for medical leadership
One of Shelby Baptist Hospital’s doctors made the list of 2020 African American Leaders in Healthcare to Know.
University of Montevallo building new addition for College of Business
The University of Montevallo is adding on to their business school.
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Pelham will soon open part of the new green trail
The city of Pelham is almost finished with the first phase of their new 6.3 mile greenway trail through the city.
Don’t forget to spring forward this weekend for daylight saving time
We’re going to lose one hour of sleep and doctors say that loss has a bigger impact on your body than you think.
Shelby County Commission sets date to vote on Coosa River Bridge Express
The bridge would connect I-65 to Highway 280.
University of Montevallo works with international students to limit coronavirus exposure
Like several other schools, the University of Montevallo is making plans for the coronavirus.
A new look at the Shelby County Services Building plans
It is being built just off Highway 280.
Job fair coming to Pelham
You don’t just have to be from the Pelham area to participate.
Compassion Experience gives insight into poverty
The Compassion Experience is an interactive exhibit featuring replicas of the homes and environments of real children who have grown up under the weight of extreme poverty.
GRAPHIC: The infant’s injuries are horrific, Alabaster man faces charges of abuse
Investigators say they were called to Children’s Hospital of Alabama on February 13, 2020, to investigate a child abuse report.
Shelby County shelter pup to be a stage star
Shelby County High School’s drama class is putting on a production of Annie.
Shelby County State of the Communities
Several mayors talked about how their communities are continuing to see a lot of growth.
3 teens captured in Helena following early morning-chase in stolen vehicle
Police say the car was stolen in Alabaster and wrecked off Highway 17 during a chase.
Black Keys to rock Pelham Summer 2020
The 35-date tour will stop at Oak Mountain Amphitheatre on September 2.
Alabaster Fire Department hosts training for fire departments across state
The Alabaster Fire Department is hosting a big training event this week for about 30 departments from all around the state.
Project for new Shelby County Services building now underway
The demolition of the Blackwater Sports Performance building started this week and will be complete in March 2020.
More new businesses, including Slice Pizza, coming to downtown Montevallo
“Well on the horizon we are expecting a new Mexican restaurant, we are expecting a new barbecue restaurant, (and) Slice Pizza is planning to open in April. We also have a few other businesses that we have yet to disclose."
Rain delays The Festival of Tulips
The field features more than 100,000 breathtaking tulips in the region’s only you-pick tulip field.
Alabaster looks to develop 160 acres off Highway 119
The Alabaster city council approved a master plan to be done on how the city can best develop 160 acres of land right off Highway 119.
Pelham Fire works to help aging population
The Pelham Fire Department is receiving special training this week to help serve the elderly population.
American Village celebrates 20 years of educating students
The American Village has helped educate 750,000 students over the last two decades.
University of Montevallo freezes tuition
The University of Montevallo made the decision to freeze tuition for the second year in a row.
UPDATE: Missing 17-year-old girl in Shelby Co. found safe
Missing 17-year-old from Shelby Co. found safe
Llama, llama loves Valentine’s Day!
For $50 Helena Hollows will bring a llama to you to surprise your significant other.
Alabaster firefighters warn overnight weather could bring trees down
Alabaster firefighters say spots in their city had over four inches of rain since Monday.
Pelham looking into flooding issues in Holland Lakes neighborhood
The Holland Lakes neighborhood in Pelham saw some major flooding issues, but now all of that water is gone and residents are shocked how quickly the water receded.
Highway 13 still closed in Helena after flooding
First responders are keeping a close eye on roadways in Shelby County as the rain continues to fall there.
Blount County man charged with enticing a child in Helena
Christopher James Pugh was charged with Enticing a Child for Immoral Purposes in Shelby County.
NWS: EF-2 tornado hit Shelby County, EF-0 hit Helena
The NWS says investigators will revisit the area when they can get better visual access.
Thompson’s Jace Jones breaks 7A State Record in 3200 meter run
Thompson distance runner and Alabama signee Jace Jones broke the 7A state record with a time of 9:22 at the AHSAA State Indoor Track Championships.
Welcome home, Eli!
Eli was riding around the neighborhood with three other friends when he was thrown from the golf cart.
Trees down, damage across Helena
The neighborhoods affected are primarily off of Oak View Lane and Moss Bend where trees are down on power lines.
‘Blue Alert’ created after Pelham Officer’s murder
The Blue Alert sent Wednesday morning around 1:00 read, "BLUE ALERT - Black 4 door 2003 BMW 325 ISA, Alabama tag 2495AS2 and missing a bumper." It was later updated to include the suspect's name, Preston Johnson, and his photo.
Chelsea Park Elementary gets 75 Chromebooks from tax increase
Chelsea Park Elementary has a $24,000 grant coming their way thanks to the one cent sales tax increase.
Some Shelby County residents speak out against Coosa River Express
Some folks in Shelby County are speaking out against the proposed Coosa River Express.
Shelby County EMA seeing success from new alert system
The Shelby County EMA wants to remind folks to sign up for their new alert system.
Shelby County housing market offers buyers more for less
If you are looking to buy a home, your money might go further in Shelby County.
Shelby County Sheriff looking to fill six positions
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is still trying to fill several open positions.
Shelby County authorities looking for missing 17-year-old girl
Shelby County authorities need your help finding a missing 17-year-old girl.
Shelby County Chambers hold business outlook event
A University of Montevallo study predicts what business will look like in Shelby County in 2020.
Traffic study to improve Highway 31 traffic in Pelham and Alabaster
City leaders are working with the Regional Planning Commission to get to the bottom of the traffic back up.
Sheriff Samaniego talks about President Trumps Law Enforcement Commission
He is one of just 18 people to serve on the commission that will really tackle 15 top priority issues or problems.
Calera leaders pass resolution to support Coosa bridge project
Ultimately Shelby County commissioners vote to approve the license for the project, but this is a way for Calera to let commissioners know they support the project.
Biopharmaceutical company could bring more jobs to Chelsea
A biopharmaceutical company is looking to potentially expand their US headquarters into Chelsea.
Keep pets inside when there are freezing temperatures outside
Vets say do not leave your animal outside for more than a few hours during the day.
1 dead after wreck involving Shelby Co. school bus
A person died Tuesday afternoon after being involved in a crash with a Shelby County school bus.
Pipes bursting from frigid temps
Experts encourage neighbors to turn up their heat to help keep your pipes warm and also leave one faucet dripping.
Doctors say we could see another peak in the flu
Shelby County doctors saw a peak in the flu over Christmas, but with cold temperatures keeping people indoors they expect to see another peak.
Alabaster students celebrate 100 days of school
Students in some grades dressed as 100-year-olds to celebrate the 100th day of school.
Free training for management and leadership jobs in Shelby County
The leadership courses focus on skills that all leaders, supervisors, or managers need to be more effective
Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Pelham
The city of Pelham is working to bring more awareness to human trafficking by making January Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
Shelby County authorities looking for credit card fraud suspect
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is working to solve a crime that happened at the Chelsea Walmart.
Pelham looks to make parks and recreation master plan
The city of Pelham is working to improve parks and recreations and the city wants you to get involved in the process.
Public meeting Monday about proposed Coosa River Bridge
Shelby County people interested in the project plan to attend the meeting in Talladega County.
Shelby Co. deputies investigating stolen items from 280 business
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding this man.
Incident at Kenzie Apartments peacefully resolved
Authorities are asking residents at the Kenzie Apartments to shelter in place at this time.
A Childersburg man is accused of sexually abusing a child over a five-year period
Hill is accused of abusing a child from 2014-2019.
Helena PD: Use this video as a warning to lock your car doors
The Neighbors post said, “Some people were in St Charles Place and Jackson Square last night trying to steal stuff. Luckily our cars were locked.”
Pelham council hires company to help with city hall plans
The city of Pelham has not used the building since March and since then, they have worked to figure out the best way to move forward.
No injuries reported in Montevallo house fire
The home is on Brindle Lane in Montevallo.