Shelby County Reporter

17/07/2025

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17/07/2025

The Montevallo City Council denied two rezoning requests and approved a third to make way for a new O’Reilly Auto Parts store during a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 14. Read more below:

The Montevallo City Council denied two rezoning requests and approved a third to make way for a new O’Reilly Auto Parts store during a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 14.

17/07/2025

A video board has been installed at Ricky M. Cairns Memorial Stadium, enhancing the fan experience for those cheering on the Eagles this season. Read more below:

A video board has been installed at Ricky M. Cairns Memorial Stadium, enhancing the fan experience for those cheering on the Eagles this season.

17/07/2025

S. Earl Niven Sr., the beloved first mayor of Chelsea, has died at age 81. Read more below:

S. Earl Niven Sr., the beloved first mayor of Chelsea, has passed away at the age of 81.

17/07/2025

Residents will enjoy an afternoon of snacks, drinks and a patriotic atmosphere while supporting a good cause during Peanuts, Pretzels and Popcorn with Brews for the Brave in Alabaster. Read more below:

Residents will enjoy an afternoon of snacks, drinks and a patriotic atmosphere while supporting a good cause during Peanuts, Pretzels and Popcorn with Brews for the Brave in Alabaster.

17/07/2025

Jeff State’s Culinary and Hospitality Institute—the longest-running accredited program of its kind in Alabama—is now offering a new degree option: catering and event planning. Read more below:

Jefferson State's Culinary & Hospitality Institute—the longest-running accredited program of its kind in Alabama—is now offering a new degree option: catering and event planning.

16/07/2025

The Alabaster City Council officially declared Rick Ellis, Stacy Rakestraw, Greg Farrell, Jamie Cole and Kerri Pate as reelected after they were unopposed in the coming Municipal Election. Read more below:

The Alabaster City Council officially declared Rick Ellis, Stacy Rakestraw, Greg Farrell, Jamie Cole and Kerri Pate as reelected during a meeting on Monday, July 14.

16/07/2025

Laughs echoed in the sanctuary of Westwood Baptist Church in Alabaster as seniors enjoyed an entertaining game and skit during the church’s first-ever Senior Adult Vacation Bible School series. Read more below:
Westwood Baptist Church

Laughs echoed in the sanctuary of Westwood Baptist Church in Alabaster as seniors enjoyed an entertaining game and skit during the church’s first-ever Senior Adult Vacation Bible School series.

16/07/2025

Residents of Helena and surrounding areas now have a quality option for a conveniently located craft studio. Read more below:

Residents of Helena and surrounding areas now have a quality option for a conveniently located craft studio.

16/07/2025

Residents of Calera have united to collect signatures for a government change to be listed on the ballot for voters on Tuesday, Aug. 26. Read more below:

Residents of Calera have come together to gather signatures for a change of government to appear on the ballot when voters go to the polls on Aug. 26.

16/07/2025

Applications for free and reduced-price meals are available for parents to fill out for the next school year in Alabaster City Schools. Read more below:

Applications for free and reduced-price meals are available for parents to fill out for the next school year in Alabaster City Schools.

16/07/2025

Crazy Cajuns' Boiling Pot opened back up on U.S. Highway 280 under new owner Dave "Crawdaddy Dave" Dempsey on Wednesday, July 16 at its property at 125 Inverness Plaza. Read more below:

Almost one month after one of North Shelby's eating establishments closed its historic doors for seemingly the final time on a summer night, those doors have opened once again and brought more life once again to the U.S. Highway 280 corridor.