Stacy Rakestraw, Ward 3 Alabaster Connection: What items/projects included in the budget this year will directly affect Ward 3 residents? What are the most pressing issues facing your constituents? Stacy Rakestraw: The intersection of County Road 17 and 42, near Fox Valley, will be getting a right turn lane to help with traffic. The City and County … Read More
It’s about more than sports for Alabaster’s busy volunteer coach. By Lori Culpepper Volunteering as a coach with Alabaster Parks and Recreation was born out of necessity for Ellis Lawrence in 2015 when his son’s team needed someone to step up and fill the role, but the experience turned out to be so positive that … Read More
The March Beautification Board winner is the Ward 7 home of Ed Angelini and Carol Schmidt. The expertly manicured lawn features holly and azalea bushes and mature Cedar trees. Well-kept beds create visual impact in the home’s front yard. The April Beautification Board winner is the Ward 1 home of Jeff and Stephanie Pope. … Read More
By Brandon Matthews For Tomorrow is comprised of many great organizations, businesses, and people in the city of Alabaster. There are so many who care about the health and well-being of our community. Eileen Leslie and creaACTive Wellness are one of our great partners. Eileen is passionate about helping people discover how to take better … Read More
AARP Tax Aide for Seniors – February through mid-April. Call or come by the Albert L. Scott Library for more information. 664-6822. Ya Ya Yarners – March 6, 20, and 27. Monday evenings at 5:00 pm. Members share crochet and knitting talents as well as work on community service projects. This year our group will … Read More
By Barry Smith Photos by Brit Huckabay Alabaster sat down with four members of the Alabaster Teen Council to talk about life in the fast lane. Jasmine Jones is a THS senior who currently serves as Miss THS, Miss CityFest, and the Executive President of both the SGA and THS Ambassadors. Phillip Martin, also a … Read More
Alabaster Amstar 14 Theatre Adds Luxury Recliners And More The upgraded GPX auditorium in the Alabaster Amstar 14 Theatre features the biggest and brightest screen with 4K laser projection, immersive Dolby Atmos® sound, and all 14 auditoriums have been upgraded to first-class luxury recliner seating. “We are excited to provide our Alabaster market a fantastic … Read More
By Lori Culpepper If you are someone who likes to make resolutions at the start of a new year, you’re probably familiar with the usual goals, such as exercising more, eating healthy foods, losing weight, and other similar aspirations. This year, two Alabaster healthcare providers would like to suggest a new perspective on some of these … Read More
By Brandon Matthews What would you do if you could do it all over again? What would you change if you had a second chance? Would you take more time with your family or friends? Would you work just a little bit harder? Maybe you would stick with that diet, gym routine, save more money, … Read More
By Brent Thompson Photos by Brit Huckabay and courtesy of Doubledown Media Internet radio, satellite radio, podcasts, phone apps, streaming, and YouTube—all terms that consumers hear on a regular basis. The bottom line? Listeners have a wealth of options when it comes to accessing media content these days. Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown, Lance Taylor, and … Read More
