Multiple farmers markets returning for summer season
As summer comes around and residents start enjoying the beautiful weather, there are multiple places throughout the city of Vestavia Hills to enjoy fresh produce from regional vendors. Read more
Neal Embry
Traffic studies yield possible safety improvements near new schools
The studies were conducted as part of an APPLE Grant, and have not yet been formally approved by the City Council. Read more
Lexi Coon
Governor signs Briarwood police officer bill into law
The text of HB 309 allows the president or chief executive of each campus to employ police officers to “keep off intruders and prevent trespass upon, and damage to, the property of the school or academy.” Read more
Neal Embry
Secretary of State Merrill speaks to Vestavia chamber
Merrill, who's been in office since 2015, spoke about his work in expanding voter registration and helping business leaders. Read more
Neal Embry
Council approves bid for Cahaba Heights athletic fields
The council also approved the annexation of land to possibly be used for overflow parking at Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge. Read more
Leah Ingram Eagle
VHUMC Farmers Market in full bloom
The VHUMC Farmers Market is in its fourth week and takes place each Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read more
Neal Embry
Council approves pedestrian tunnel project
The project has been in the works since 2014, and will connect both sides of the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex. Read more
Neal Embry
Police monument dedicated at VHPD
The memorial is partially finished, with statues to be added later. Read more
Neal Embry
Zoo president speaks to chamber
Chris Pfefferkorn has led the zoo since June 2018. Read more
Neal Embry
Council approves construction of digital billboard at Royal Automotive
The council also heard a complaint from Dennis Hardy about a personnel issue. Read more
Water outage planned for Wednesday
The Birmingham Water Works will replace four large valves in the Rocky Ridge area of the city. Read more
Kyle Parmley
Relentless Rebels finish undefeated season, repeat as state champs
The Vestavia Hills girls soccer team capped off an unblemished season with a victory over McGill-Toolen on Saturday afternoon in the Class 7A state championship game. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Vestavia Hills zoning board recommends rezoning for townhomes on Massey Road
Developer Charles Kessler is proposing to build eight town houses on a site where 15 condos previously burned down. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Rebels golf advances to sub-state
The Vestavia Hills sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo by Sam Chandler
Strand leads Rebels to runner-up finish at state meet
The Vestavia Hills High School track and field teams competed Thursday to Saturday at the state meet in Gulf Shores. Read more
Woman arrested in officer's death
Stephanie Nicole Keller, 43, was arrested on suspicion of murder. Read more
Vestavia Hills officer killed in incident at Gardendale home
Andrew Wade Kimbrel, 42, had been with VHPD since October 2002. Read more
Cahaba and Coosa Riverkeepers notify developers of intent to sue
The Cahaba Riverkeeper alleged noncompliance on the part of the Taylor Burton Company over their South Bend subdivision development. Read more
Neal Embry
Abbie Freeman named new VHELP principal
Freeman, the current assistant principal, replaces Ty Arendall, who will move to Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge in the fall. Read more
Photo by Sam Chandler
Meadow earns 300th win as Rebels advance in girls soccer
The Vestavia Hills High School girls soccer team defeated Hoover 4-1 on Monday in the first round of the Class 7A playoffs to give head coach Brigid Meadow her 300th career win. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Rebels win tennis state title
The Vestavia Hills High School sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Kyle Parmley
Dramatic doubles finals lift Rebels to state tennis title
The Vestavia Hills boys tennis team captured its first state title in five years. Read more
Photo Courtesy of Bruster's Real
Bruster's helps 'Idol' contestant create own ice cream flavor
Walker Burroughs special flavor is called "Good Heavens," named after his signature catchphrase. Read more
Neal Embry
Vapor Ministries founder speaks at mayor's prayer breakfast
Micah McElveen shared his inspirational story and some encouraging advice for the gathered guests. Read more
Neal Embry
Council approves new board of education member after rejecting two nominations
Two nominations announced by Kimberly Cook were rejected, with the council ultimately selecting Jaclyn Hudson to fill the seat of outgoing board member Jerry Dent. Read more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Rebels softball wins on senior night
The Vestavia Hills High School sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Photo by Sam Chandler
VHECH hosts Taste of the Heights
Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights held its Taste of the Heights fundraiser on Tuesday, April 16. Read more
Council hears update on Blue Lake development at work session
The city is trying to build a road which would connect Blue Lake Drive to Timberlake Drive. Read more
Neal Embry
Shooting victim dies from injuries
Timothy Roshun Smith accidentally shot himself while trying to change his child's diaper on Saturday. Read more
James Nicholas
The Reset: Rebels baseball sweeps Mountain Brook
The Vestavia Hills High School sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Neal Embry
Accidental shooting leaves two injured outside Chuck E. Cheese’s
Lt. Mike Keller with the VHPD said a man was trying to change a child's diaper when a gun went off, striking the man and child. Read more
Neal Embry
Troy leader speaks to chamber
Dr. Jack Hawkins spoke about leadership and the changing nature of business at the luncheon. Read more
Courtesy of Vestavia Hills Police Department.
VHPD arrests Cahaba Heights arson suspect
Sartori is charged in the case of a house fire in Cahaba Heights that happened on Sunday. Read more
Neal Embry
Council holds public involvement meeting for pedestrian bridge
Blair Perry with Gresham Smith gave a presentation about the bridge, which has been in the works for more than a decade in Vestavia. Read more
Photo courtesy of Vestavia Hills Baseball
The Reset: Baseball splits opening area series
The Vestavia Hills sports teams were in action last week. Read more
Dooley shares story at Freedom from Addiction Coalition breakfast
Dooley lost his son, Thomas, in 2017, and now works to help other families by creating alternative medicines. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Mayors sign no-poaching pledge
The voluntary agreement states that the cities will not give incentives or otherwise try to lure businesses from their neighbors. Read more
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