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A 25-year-old black Hoover man hopes to have a friendly fellowship with police this weekend. Read more
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The rally, set for 1:30 p.m., is designed to show solidarity and protest the May 25 death of George Floyd in MInneapolis. Read more
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The prayer gathering was organized by pastors at several churches in the greater Hoover area, but two black pastors backed out due to rumors of white supremacist violence in the metro area Thursday. Read more
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There are no geographic districts, but council candidates must choose one of the seven places to specifically seek. Read more
The pastors want the community to come together to call out to God for compassion for the hurting and for justice and peace. Read more
Kyle Parmley
Hoover High School selected assistant Scott Ware to be the new head boys basketball coach. Read more
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These 14 protesters were among at least 90 that had gathered along U.S. 31 at Hoover City Hall. The others obeyed warnings and left just before 7 p.m. Read more
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Jeremy Vice will replace Howard Peyton for the final 16 months of Peyton's term on the park board. Read more
Kyle Parmley
We at Starnes Media felt it important to recognize the local softball players who had standout seasons, and thus put together an All-South Metro team for the first time. Read more
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Hoover's curfew will be in effect from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., effective immediately, and prevents travel on city roads with some exceptions, as well as demonstrations, marches and vigils on public property. Read more
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Gov. Kay Ivey has authorized the National Guard to activate up to 1,000 guardsmen across the state as needed. Read more
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Trips for Kids is a national nonprofit organization with over 80 chapters, whose purpose is to provide inner-city youth access to bicycles and the opportunity to participate in outdoor rides. Read more
The 11th edition of The World Games has been delayed until July 7-17, 2022. The organizers also announced on April 22 that the international multi-sport event will become The World Games 2022 Birmingham. Read more
Their book, called “Illusions: Poetry & Art for the Young at Heart,” showcases 22 poems and black-and-white illustrations for “the young at heart.” Read more
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When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the greater Birmingham area, Brockwell started using her sewing skills for a different project: face masks. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Meals for Healthcare Heroes offers a boost in morale to Birmingham health care workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic and provides financial support to local restaurants seeking to survive in these days. Read more
Like other students in her class, Homewood High School student Kate Graphos lost some of the best moments of her senior year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
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Since April 1, he has spent several hours each day doing his part to bring cheer to others during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Rendering courtesy of Harbert Retail.
Two new developments will soon be coming to Cahaba Heights: Parkside at Dolly Ridge and Cahaba Heights Corner. Read more
