Requests, Inter-Library Loan, and Reader’s Advisory By Candra Shockley Alabaster’s library is working to meet patron needs through requests, reader’s advisory, and inter-library loan. The library accepts requests for consideration to purchase, as well as requests for items not yet published. If the library does not have an item, a purchase request can be made … Read More
In celebration of and support for the enjoyable Taste of Alabaster fundraiser at Siluria Brewery on Oct 9th, AC asked Alabaster Business Alliance (ABA) Director Tracy Coyne a few questions about the organization and the event. What is the Taste of Alabaster and where do the proceeds go? “This is our annual event to raise funds for … Read More
How did you get into jewelry making and what kinds of jewelry do you make? “I got into jewelry making two years ago. I have loved jewelry since I was young. I got into making it after seeing pieces that I loved but the price points were more than I wanted to pay/spend. I make … Read More
William Cholewinski changes the world one meal at a time. By Lee Hurley Photos by Steven Ross If William Cholewinski’s life story were recorded for television, and it probably should be, it would need at least three seasons of eight episodes each. Though the positive place he is in now is based on hard work, … Read More
Alabaster’s own Holly Dean comes full circle By Barry Wise Smith For Holly Dean, the CEO of Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, life has come full circle. Born at Shelby’s sister hospital Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital, Dean grew up in Alabaster before moving to Hoover and graduating high school there. So, when she took the top … Read More
Patriots Park Mural Alabaster-raised artist Emma Gilbert recently completed a mural at Patriots Park in Alabaster, honoring the city’s firefighters and police officers. The mural was a collaboration with the City of Alabaster. Gilbert spent 12 days on the project in June working 12-13 hours each day. Four questions for artist Emma Gilbert Where did the … Read More
Residential Winner—July The July Beautification Board residential winner is the home of Justin and Robyn Forrester at 128 Oakbrook Lane. Residential Winner—August The August Beautification Board residential winner is the home of August Elena Gonzalez at 104 Summerbrooke Lane. Commercial Winner—July, August, and September The July, August, and September Beautification Board commercial winner … Read More
The Alabaster Teen Council unites youth through fun and friendship. By members of the Alabaster Teen Council The Alabaster Teen Council is stepping up to keep this summer, fun, and community alive for local teens. From movie nights on the city green to epic Slip ’n Slide events, this youth-led initiative is providing safe, affordable, … Read More
Alabaster City Schools to open Champions Craft Academy in Fall 2025. By Barry Wise Smith For many years, before the Alabaster City School System was established, Alabaster students interested in pursuing technical education traveled to Columbiana to the Career Technical Educational Center. When Alabaster broke away from Shelby County and founded its own school system … Read More
This year’s 23rd annual festival promises to be the biggest and best ever It’s summer so it must be time for Alabaster CityFest. To help celebrate, we’ve compiled information on the festival including interviews with two headliners along with sponsors, bios, schedules, and an FAQ, all to whet your appetite for the real thing on … Read More
