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South City Theatre is Scripted for Success
South City Theatre brings award-winning drama, laughter, and music to Shelby County. By Cara Clark Photos by Steven Ross For South City Theatre (SCT) Artistic Director Donna Williamson, the theater is an all or nothing enterprise. From her first introduction to the stage, she knew it would be a lifelong commitment. “It seems like … Read More
Councilor Corner: Zach Zahariadis, Ward 6
How has your first year on the City Council gone? My first year has been truly amazing. This opportunity has allowed me to serve in a capacity that I would have never thought possible. I now see how vital a communicative and transparent team of not only council members but city administrators, employees, and Mayor … Read More
A Conversation With Animal Control Officers Hoyet Hodgens and Zachary Payne
Hoyet Hodgens grew up in Chelsea where he still lives today with Arla, his wife of 25 years. They have four kids, Ellen, Christine, Lauren, and Will, and a grandbaby due in September. Hoyet started with the City of Alabaster over 28 years ago—his first job was working at the Parks and Recreation Department. He … Read More
Alabaster City News
Walk of Honor A portion of the new Alabaster Police Department grounds will be dedicated to honoring Alabaster’s former police chiefs. The Walk of Honor will be next to the department’s fountain, and will recognize the following individuals: William P. Hill (Chief of Police 1953-1956) O. O. Lee … Read More
March Youth Programs at the Library
Sign up for events at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/albert-l-scott-library-33067488375 STORY TIMES in the Nan Abbott Room. Teeny Tiny Time, Fridays 10:00a.m. – 10:20 a.m. Small Fry Friday, Fridays 10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Sensory Friends, Second and Fourth Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PJ Story Time Second Thursday 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Spring Break … Read More
A Letter From Mayor Brakefield
Dear Friends, In September, the city completed a thorough review of its Fiscal Year 2023 budget before passing it at the end of the month. The City Council and I are excited to keep improving Alabaster, but we know that it is through careful allocation of our resources that we can bring our vision to … Read More
Albert L. Scott Library Events – October
Join the Albert L. Scott Library this October for the following events! Ya Ya Yarners – October 3, 17 & 24. 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 provide hats and scarves to local charities and will provide … Read More
Alabaster Veterans Center…One Year Later
Paul Gonthier, Michael Eshenbaugh, Bridget Wright, Trenton Agee By Paul Gonthier It has been over a year since the Alabaster Veterans Center, Inc. (AVC)—a 501(c)(3) organization—opened its doors to begin its mission of serving as a primary hub for benefits and one-stop service center for all local U.S. military veterans. Still growing, the AVC seems to show no … Read More
Alabama’s Governor visits the “Best Place to Work”
Alabama’s Governor visits the “Best Place to Work” Specification Rubber Products recently received top honors as the 2021 Best Place to Work in the North American Rubber Industry by Rubber News. This milestone achievement prompted a visit from Alabama’s Governor Kay Ivey, who toured the facility on March 21, 2022. The company produces products for multiple industries, with its largest division being the waterworks … Read More