Chelsea - One person is dead after a vehicle/train collision in Chelsea Tuesday night. A crash involving a Train occurred at approximately 7:50 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, and has claimed the life of a Birmingham woman. The Shelby County Coroner has identified the deceased as 31-year-old Michelle Manning. Manning was fatally injured when the 2016… Continue reading One killed in Chelsea train/vehicle crash
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Vincent pedestrian has died in a single-vehicle crash
VINCENT - A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, has claimed the life of a pedestrian. The pedestrian, Todd C. Fontenot, 55, of Vincent, who was in the roadway at the time of the crash, was fatally injured when he was struck by the 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 driven by… Continue reading Vincent pedestrian has died in a single-vehicle crash
Gov. Ivey Awards $1.36 Million in grants to support crime victims
Montgomery - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded more than $1.36 million in grant funding to seven nonprofit agencies in central and north Alabama that provide assistance to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other crimes. The grants are being administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) using funds made available… Continue reading Gov. Ivey Awards $1.36 Million in grants to support crime victims
Calera police have a suspect in custody as they investigate a fatal shooting
Calera - The Calera Police Department is investigating the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old Thursday night. Officers responded to a shooting that occurred at a residence on The Heights Drive in Calera. Noah Reed Hendricks has been arrested and charged with the murder of 23-year-old Jennifer Talley. Hendricks was taken to the Shelby County Jail.… Continue reading Calera police have a suspect in custody as they investigate a fatal shooting
Another snowstorm could be on the way for the Gulf Coast, East Coast
East Central Alabama - AccuWeather meteorologists are pointing to the potential for another winter storm even this coming weekend. The cold that settled in across the South and the East this week will help set the stage for the risk of wintry weather throughout the week, including another potential winter storm this weekend. "Late this… Continue reading Another snowstorm could be on the way for the Gulf Coast, East Coast
Calera police issue a scam warning concerning a fraudulent business
Calera - The Calera Police Department has issued a warning about a scam involving a fake business website claiming to be Ironwood Tractor Company. According to city officials, scammers are using the address of Calera Public Works along with AI-generated images to make the fraudulent website appear legitimate. The City of Calera and Calera Public… Continue reading Calera police issue a scam warning concerning a fraudulent business
Proposed data center in Columbiana doesn’t fit the typical mold
Columbiana - A proposed data center in Columbiana project would be located on the site of an old foundry where a brand-new building would house servers and coolers at 130 Industrial Parkway would sit on 17 acres of land. Columbiana city leaders say the project is significantly smaller than typical data centers, and advocates say… Continue reading Proposed data center in Columbiana doesn’t fit the typical mold
One injured in Shelby County shooting incident
Shelby County - Shelby County authorities are investigating after a shooting incident Thursday afternoon (1/15) on Indian Crest Drive, reported at about 3:45 p.m. One person was injured and transported to a local hospital. Authorities say they have identified both involved parties, but have not released their names. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Department believes the… Continue reading One injured in Shelby County shooting incident
Montevallo to host the Shelby County NAACP MLK march and celebration
Montevallo - For over two decades, the Shelby County NAACP has invited residents from across Shelby County to come together in unity while recognizing individuals who go above and beyond in service to others, as part of their annual MLK Day celebration. The organization will once again honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr.… Continue reading Montevallo to host the Shelby County NAACP MLK march and celebration
A Shelby County addiction recovery facility has won state approval
Sterrett - It has been “in the works” for two years now, and a proposed Shelby County addiction recovery facility has won state approval. Development planning will begin immediately for Longleaf Lodge, a 60-bed facility on a 150-acre horse farm near Sterrett in Shelby County. According to Longleaf Recovery and Wellness, the Longleaf Lodge has… Continue reading A Shelby County addiction recovery facility has won state approval