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Hydrangeas Under the Stars fundraiser set for June 11

For the second year in a row, officials at the gardens have decided to have the event under the outdoor pavilion instead of inside a big tent, Aldridge CEO Tynette Lynch said.

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Free outdoor movies offered at Veterans Park again this month

The Free Friday Flicks outdoor movie series is coming back to Veterans Park in Hoover this year but once again only for the month of June.

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7 seniors in Hoover-Vestavia Soccer earn D1 scholarships

The Hoover-Vestavia Soccer Club had 17 seniors play college soccer last year, which was the club’s first year after the two cities merged their soccer programs, said Mike Getman, director of coaching...

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A deli that ‘screams’ New York: I Love Tina & Gina’s Sandwich Shoppe at The...

An entrepreneur who recently moved to Birmingham, Christina Harrison is originally from Long Island, and New York City still occupies a special place in her heart.

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‘Baseball in its purest form’: Rickwood Field still serves an important role...

Sitting atop the roof of 112-year-old Rickwood Field in late April, Gerald Watkins watched as players from Center Point High School and George Washington Carver High School warmed up on the field down...

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Long-awaited Woodlawn Theatre announces 2022 opening

Woodlawn Theatre, a live music venue development announced in 2019, is officially under construction.

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Possible reductions to Wald Park project presented to council

The project has risen substantially in cost over the years due to inflation, supply chain issues and scope changes.

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Meteorologist shares his story at monthly luncheon

WBRC meteorologist Fred Hunter is best known for his longtime news show, "Absolutely Alabama," which produces uplifting and positive stories about the state.

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City holds retirement reception for Karen Odle

The retiring Chamber of Commerce director celebrated "Karen Odle Day" on Tuesday with friends, family and colleagues at Vestavia City Hall.

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Shooting at St. Stephen's leaves three dead

The third victim has been identified as 84-year-old Jane Pounds of Hoover, according to Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr. Pounds was killed along with 84-year-old Walter "Bartlett" Rainey...

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Suspect in St. Stephen's shooting identified

Robert Findlay Smith, 70, is in the Jefferson County Jail on charges of capital murder with two or more victims, arrested by VHPD. Capt. Shane Ware with the department confirmed Smith as the suspect.

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"In the lap of God's love" -- Faith leaders reflect on St. Stephen's shooting

Faith leaders prayed for those impacted by Thursday's shooting and reminded those gathered of the hope they have in God.

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Suspected St. Stephen’s shooter was previously warned by ATF, had missing guns

Smith is charged with capital murder in the shooting deaths of 84-year-old Walter “Bart” Rainey, Irondale, 75-year-old Sarah Yeager, Pelham, and Jane Pounds, 84, of Hoover.

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Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation receives $100,000 donation

Dora and Sanjay Singh have pledged a $100,000 donation to the Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation to support Global Arts, Culture, and Education at Vestavia Hills City Schools.

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Family remembers Bart Rainey

In the final act of his life, Bart Rainey represented his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, better than maybe he even knew he could, the Rev. John Burruss said during Wednesday's memorial service for Rainey.

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Sharon Yeager remembered

Yeager, who lived in Pelham, was remembered as a faithful Christian who loved her family, associate rector, the Rev. Katherine Harper said.

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Pounds remembered as servant leader, faithful Christian

Jane Pounds was a big Alabama fan, a runner, but more than anything, she is remembered for a strong Christian faith and a love for others, her family said.

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A lifetime in sports: Gene Hallman, the biggest sports promoter in town, says...

Hallman said he intends to stay in Vestavia for the rest of his life. The reason he’s staying in the area is the same reason big-time sports have come to work so well here: the people, Hallman said.

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New development coming on lower 31

The former Motor Lodge property is now owned by Ward Neely, who is working with local developer John Michael Bodnar and the city to turn the property into a home for multiple tenants, which will...

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New parks and leisure director finds home in Vestavia Hills

Jamie Lee comes to the city after spending 23 years in his hometown of Decatur as a high school coach and five years as a sports administrator for the Alabama High School Athletic Association in...

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Post Place to serve as Unless U’s first expansion

At Post Place, the students are provided with small group instruction focusing on academics, life skills, social skills, fine arts activities and about the “incredible love” of Jesus Christ, said...

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Mayor’s Minute By Ashley Curry - July 2022

I hope you are enjoying your summer and that you were able to attend our 40th annual “I Love America Night” on Thursday, June 23, at Wald Park.

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Forest Creek development coming behind Mark’s Outdoor Sports

The 7.5-acre development was split into nine lots, with Rives saying the goal was not to fit as many homes as possible in the secluded area, but to make the homes and subdivision environmentally friendly.

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ALDOT projects moving along

While projects involving federal funds and the Alabama Department of Transportation are known for moving slowly, Vestavia Hills City Manager Jeff Downes said the two most recent of these projects in...

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Business Happenings - July 2022

Read about the latest business happenings like new openings, closings, personnel moves, accomplishments, and anniversaries around Vestavia Hills.

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Improvement to corner of Cahaba Heights Road and Dolly Ridge Road coming

A group of businesses in Cahaba Heights are coming together to make landscaping improvements and more to a corner in the area.

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New alcohol delivery app goes live, delivers to Vestavia Hills

BUZD, a new alcohol delivery service based in Birmingham, announced the launch of its new app May 31.

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More businesses moving into Vestavia Hills City Center

Three new businesses are moving into the Vestavia Hills City Center later this year, including Davenport’s Pizza Palace, Shoe Station and The Standard.

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New chamber director starts ‘perfect job’

Michelle Hawkins replaces the now-retired Karen Odle, who led the organization for 20 years.

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Mermaid Camp continues this summer

Mermaid swimming – or Mermaiding – is a style of freediving that uses a monofin and fish tail to create a “stunning visual effect and a feeling of fun and fantasy,” said Bethany Grisaffi with Scuba...

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