SYDNEY CROMWELL
Sarah Finnegan
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Text alerts, with targeted alerts for your zip code, are also available from ALDOT by texting “5920BRIDGE” to 888777. Read more
Courtesy of Greg Bishop
Hoover Helps to launch new community program for families in need
Neighborhood Bridges is a technology-based system to connect local donors with families in need of clothes, food or household goods. Read more
Photos by Sydney Cromwell
Jiu-jitsu gym opens in Greystone
At his gym, Oliveira and his coaches teach Brazilian jiu-jitsu, judo and Muay Thai kickboxing. Read more
Photo courtesy of Shehzan Maredia
CleanHoover Initiative expands its reach
The student-led CleanHoover Initiative, which organizes environmental cleanup and awareness events, is joining more schools and local organizations to keep Hoover litter-free. Read more
File photo.
City to offer pickup of live Christmas trees
This year’s pickup of live Christmas trees will look a little different after the holidays. Read more
Photo by Erica Techo.
Freedom from Addiction Coalition to hold Oct. 9 breakfast in Hoover
The Freedom from Addiction Coalition, started by the mayors of Hoover, Homewood, Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills, will hold its third community breakfast in Hoover this month. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
HHS students organize environmental cleanups with CleanHoover Initiative
Maredia and Lother started the CleanHoover Initiative in December to clean up some of the city’s parks and talk with businesses about reducing their environmental impact. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Hoover Vet Center plans new art classes
The Hoover Vet Center, at 400 Emery Drive, offers a number of programs for veterans of any age to help them successfully participate in everyday life. Read more
ClasTran seeks additional funding to cover budget shortfall
The paratransit bus service provides rides for retirees and people with disabilities around central Alabama. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Buff City Soap opens Hoover location
Buff City Soap is a five-year-old, Memphis-based company that first came to Birmingham in 2017 with a location on U.S. 280. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Skating to the top
Three Hoover students were part of the ‘Theatre on Ice’ national championship team. Read more
Hoover officer named Nextdoor Neighborhood Champion
Hale was one of 35 officers chosen from across the U.S. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Couple’s colorful scarecrows grab neighborhood attention
Godzilla, the newest addition, was cut out of plywood and decorated with painted plastic ferns, pieces of aluminum pie tins and red sequins around the mouth. Read more
Joining the club
SisterGolf works to teach women the lay of the links to improve business connections. Read more
Destination Hoover sets sights on international connections
Destination Hoover International is a new organization formed to build partnerships with cities around the globe. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Better together?
Metro-area governments and organizations reconsider regional cooperation’s potential. Read more
Lexi Coon
Fire destroys Mexico Lindo restaurant
Firefighters were battling the flames into the early hours of Thursday morning. Read more
Courtesy of Dana Stewart
Hoover Senior Center achieves national accreditation
Hoover Senior Center, located at 400 Municipal Drive, is the first in Alabama to receive accreditation. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Hoover resident’s MS diagnosis inspires foundation, fundraising
Tony Tanner is known for his positive attitude, which his 1986 diagnosis of multiple sclerosis has done nothing to change. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
Jeff State program guides career changes after 50
For those who haven’t applied for a new job in decades, re-entering the hiring market can be a daunting experience. Read more
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