By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorSeven Republican candidates have stepped up to try to represent the state’s Sixth Congressional District since U.S. Rep. Spencer Bachus, R-Vestavia Hills, announced he would retire at the end of his term.Bachus, who has served in the House of Representatives since 1993, succeeded Ben Erdreich, who served from 1983-1993. … [Read more...]
OTM Chambers Will Host Candidates’ Forums
Two Over the Mountain Chambers of Commerce will host events this month to let voters meet candidates in the June 3 primary election.The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce will host a candidates’ forum May 8. The Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce will host a similar forum May 13.Voters will get a chance to hear from U.S. Congressional District 6 candidates at the … [Read more...]
Homewood: Rooftop Cops Raise Money for Special Olympics
By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorMembers of the Homewood Police Department spent a recent Saturday atop Chick-fil-A in Homewood and roaming the premises--but they weren’t looking for crime suspects.Instead, during the April 5 event, they were looking for donations from patrons for the Special Olympics.The Homewood Police Department annually … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook: Council Approves New Farmer’s Market
Residents in Mountain Brook will soon have a new venue where they can choose locally-grown fruits and vegetables.The Mountain Brook City Council recently approved a request by Urban Cookhouse to open the Crestline Farmer’s Market on Vine Street.The new market will open June 4 and will run for 10 weeks through Aug. 6. The Crestline Farmer’s Market will be open from 4-8 … [Read more...]
Hoover: Craig Kelley Appointed to School Board
By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorThe Hoover City Council named current city parks board member Craig Kelley as its newest school board member recently.Kelley, 59, has served on the Hoover Parks and Recreation board for eight years. He will replace current School Board President Paulette Pearson, who is leaving the post in July. Kelley will begin his … [Read more...]