Birding Anyone? Photos by Regina Richey and courtesy Alabama Birding Trails Limestone Park is a hidden gem for birds and residents alike. With close to 1.2 miles (round trip) of gravel road for walking or driving access and 100 acres of locally rare habitats including one of the largest beaver marshes in the area, a … Read More
Residential Winner—September The September Beautification Board winner is the home of Monte and Nancy Martin at 140 Glen Abby Way. Residential Winner—October The October Beautification Board winner is the home of George & Tammy Otten at 1804 Apache Way. Commercial Winner— October, November, and December The October, November, and December Commercial Winner is Buddy’s … Read More
By Brandon Matthews Can you remember the stress and anxiety that going back to school could bring? As parents, we still experience that, only in a different way. I had the privilege of speaking with Becca Poe who served as a school counselor for over a decade before offering services through own her company, A … Read More
According to Urban Farmer Seeds, August is a great time to plant seeds for a second gardening season, which can be as productive as your early spring plantings. Here are some tips for planting in Alabama in August: Soil The soil should be well drained and free of harmful chemicals, oil, and ashes. You can improve your … Read More
The View Newly renovated apartments with modern amenities and stylish touches. 403 3rd St NE, Alabaster, AL, 35007, US (205) 624-4624 emily@theviewapartmentsalabaster.com theviewalabaster.com Nawlins Style Poboys Stacy Byrd and Darryl Byrd’s spicy shrimp and catfish baskets, cheesesteak and turkey Po’boys plus more. Coming soon: okra, salads and oysters to name a few. 1207 1st … Read More
New Pickleball courts construction begins in late July at Patriots Park. Three more courts are being added with a fence in between each court. Partnering with Shelby Country. Nicks Auto Repair’s business license was revoked by the City Council based on feedback from the community and recommendation from the Police department. Approved: $58,000 to purchase new … Read More
The average Alabaster, AL home value is $295,415, up 0.6% over the past year and goes to pending in around 11 days. 137 For sale inventory (June 30, 2024) 55 New listings (June 30, 2024) $335,867 Median list price (June 30, 2024) 32.2% Percent of sales over list price (May 31, 2024) 47.0% Percent of sales under list price (May 31, 2024) … Read More
Michael J. Brooks Pastors and music leaders have had good-natured arguments for years. Musicians insist pastors will be idle in heaven with nothing to do since preaching isn’t on the agenda, whereas music is. And pastors retort that the music program is the source of much church conflict on earth. As radio preacher J. Vernon … Read More
Eileen Leslie helps unite the mind, body, and soul By Lee Hurley Yoga is perhaps one of the least understood disciplines, according to Eileen Leslie who owns creACTive Wellness Center on Highway 31 in Alabaster. “Some people think it is a religion or cult, but I don’t take offense to that. We are simply about … Read More
Fortune launched its third annual Fortune 50 Best Places to Live for Families 2024, showcasing the cities and towns across America that best support the unique needs of multigenerational families. Alabaster was named 34th best city to live chosen from a criteria of 2,000 cities that fit its qualification criteria. Fortune independently evaluated over 2,000 … Read More
