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Neal Embry
Council approves settlement in 2015 lawsuit
The lawsuit was filed by a resident who claimed he suffered bodily injuries in an automobile accident with a police officer. more
Retired major general speaks to chamber
Maj. Gen. David Burford spoke about the importance of veterans and the traits they bring back home after their service. more
Neal Embry
Veterans Day celebrated at New Merkel House
Veterans heard from Myra Harper with the Southeastern Blind Rehabilitation Center and Harper House, and received pinnings for their service. more
Neal Embry
Business, residents spar at planning and zoning meeting
Forge Fitness had a conditional use permit for outdoor recreation approved with a few conditions by the commission, though several residents objected to the move. more
Vestavia Hills police officer arrested on suspicion of theft of property
15-year VHPD veteran Timothy Burns, a detective sergeant, is accused of stealing cash and VHPD property. more
Jack Williams signs pretrial diversion agreement
The agreement allows the former state representative to potentially have his charges dropped, should he complete the terms of the agreement. more
Neal Embry
City celebrates Veterans Day
The event was held at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church on Thursday. more
Neal Embry
Election sees many incumbents, Republicans win office in Vestavia
The city's closest race came between Republican David Wheeler and Democrat Jim Toomey, with Wheeler winning the state house seat by about 1,500 votes. more
Unless U breaks ground on site of future "forever home"
The organization has operated out of Shades Mountain Baptist Church since 2014, but is about to launch a capital campaign to move to its new home near Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. more
Vestavia Hills police catch 13-year-old boy accused of breaking into Hoover gun store
Hoover police say the boy shattered the front window at Hoover Tactical Firearms and stole five guns, which were recovered. more
Neal Embry
Council approves two alcohol licenses at special meeting
Slice and Wintzell's both had their licenses approved at the Monday meeting. more
Neal Embry
Central teacher given prestigious award, $25,000 prize
Heather Hurt, a fifth-grade teacher, was named a Milken Educator on Wednesday in a surprise announcement. more
Council approves schematics for Community Spaces
The schematics deal with the community center building and athletic fields in Cahaba Heights. more
Nine men arrested in second reverse prostitution sting
The men were arrested along the U.S. 280 corridor in North Shelby County. more
Council discusses community center, Cahaba Heights fields during work session
The council also discussed 5G technology and its potential impact on the city. more
Planning and Zoning approves increase in number of residential units at Patchwork Farms
The increase helps a developer build more luxury condos attached to a proposed hotel project. more
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