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Photo courtesy of Prince of Peace Catholic School.
Two from Prince of Peace earn Eagle Scout Award
Will Allison and Joseph Carter recently earned the Eagle Scout award from the Boy Scouts of America. Both boys are member of Troop 21 Bluff Park and seniors at Hoover High School. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
2019 High Country 5K held at Shades Crest Baptist Church
Bluff Park Elementary School won the elementary school challenge this year after three years of wins by Shades Mountain Elementary School. Read more
Submitted by Symphony Volunteer Council
SVC holds March social
The Symphony Volunteer Council shared many pieces of art, as well as wine and hors d’oeuvres, with members and guests at its March social. Read more
Photo courtesy of Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama
Casino Night raises $92,000 for breast cancer research
More than 300 people united in the fight against breast cancer, while enjoying a night of charity gaming at the 11th Annual Pink Palace Casino Night. Read more
Girl Scout Sunday at Prince of Peace
The Prince of Peace Girl Scouts celebrated National Girl Scout Sunday on March 9 at Mass. Read more
Photo courtesy of Prince of Peace Catholic Church
Father-daughter dance fun
Prince of Peace Catholic Church had a huge turnout for their annual father-daughter dance, with about 240 girls and their special guests in attendance on Feb. 8 in the church’s Deasy Hall. Read more
Photo courtesy of Lily of the Cahaba Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Hoover area residents honored by state DAR
Two Hoover-area residents were honored at the recent State Conference of the Alabama Society Daughters of the American Revolution (ASDAR). Read more
Hoover Belles serve Ronald McDonald House
The heart of the Hoover Belle Program is community service, and eight senior Hoover Belles recently took this commitment quite seriously. Read more
2019 Household Hazardous Waste Day set for April 13
It’s time for spring cleaning again, and the city of Hoover is gearing up for its 21st annual Household Hazardous Waste Day. Read more
Staff photo.
Tablescapes fundraiser for King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary returns April 17
The King’s Home Shelby Auxiliary, a volunteer group that supports the King’s Home, will hold its largest annual fundraiser April 17. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Junior League preps for Bargain Carousel at Hoover shopping center
The Junior League of Birmingham is preparing to host its 27th annual Bargain Carousel shopping fundraiser at the former Winn-Dixie shopping center, off Alabama 150 in Hoover, on April 25, 27 and 28. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Denim & Dining moves to new venue
The Hoover City Schools Foundation’s fourth annual Denim & Dining fundraiser is moving to a new location this year. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Celebrate Hoover Day set for April 27
The city’s annual Celebrate Hoover Day at Veterans Park returns for its 13th year on Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more
Pro golfer Tom Lehman to speak at 2019 Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
The 2019 Hoover Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast will welcome professional golfer Tom Lehman as its speaker May 7 at the Hyatt Regency Birmingham – The Wynfrey Hotel. Read more
Photo courtesy of Kiwanis Club of Hoover-Metro.
2019 Kiwanis Charity Golf Classic back to benefit several charities
The Kiwanis Club of Hoover-Metro has scheduled its 27th annual Charity Golf Classic at the Riverchase Country Club on April 15. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
Step into spring with runs, walks
For Hoover residents, there are numerous runs and walks to choose from in April. Read more
Photo courtesy of Fred Ernst.
Senior Songbirds bring joy to audiences
Every Wednesday, you can find the Hoover Songbirds performing in retirement homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities and special needs facilities throughout Jefferson and Shelby counties. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Bluff Park family helps raise future service dogs
Fourteen-year-old Zoe Schaeffer was looking for ways to give back when she found out that Roverchase, the dog daycare and training facility her family uses, was getting ready to train a litter of service dogs. Read more
Bluff Park UMC garden rooting for community
Since the idea behind the community garden was formed in spring 2016, the program has been a hit, bringing in church members and also area residents wanting to develop a green thumb. Read more
Hoover chamber salutes 2018 public safety workers of the year
The chamber honored the top police officers, firefighter, paramedic, detention officer and 911 operator. Read more
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