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Council reinstates incentive agreement for Serra Automotive Group
The incentive agreement will be given to the automotive group in exchange for Serra granting the city right-of-way access it needs to complete the Massey Road project. Read more
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Cooper reflects on 29 years at Jimmie Hale Mission at Vestavia chamber
Tony Cooper is retiring as the mission's executive director at the end of 2019, after almost 30 years of leading the ministry. Read more
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Legacy League Home Tour returns for 2019
Homes in Vestavia Hills and Mountain Brook, including the home of the president of Samford University in Homewood, will be on display during this year’s Legacy League Home Tour. Read more
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Magic City Nutcracker returning to Birmingham area
The shows are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., except on Sunday, Dec. 8, which is a 2 p.m. performance only. Tickets, which can be purchased through Ticketmaster, range in price from $20 to $40. Read more
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School approves new bullying policy, change orders at schools
The policy, named after a 10-year-old Montgomery student who committed suicide, allows schools to investigate online bullying if its effects carry over to the school campus. Read more
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Council rezones property on Green Valley Road for townhomes
Tower Homes will build 11 townhomes on the property, which currently houses apartment units. Read more
Tyler Road closed between Hackberry Lane and Columbiana Road
The road is closed due to an overturned vehicle. Read more
Photo by Ron Burkett.
Vestavia businesses named Alabama Retailer of the Year
Two businesses won silver awards, while one, Leaf & Petal, took home gold. Read more
Dolly Ridge enjoying positive 1st semester
Vestavia Hills Elementary Dolly Ridge is off to a great start in its first semester, Principal Ty Arendall said. Read more
Cooper joins Vestavia Hills school staff
While he’s in his first year at Vestavia, Cooper said his goal is to not only get acclimated to his new surroundings, but to be effective at his job and grow in his professional development as well. Read more
Photos by Erin Nelson.
Vestavia Hills school superintendents reflect on first year
The three administrators all said they enjoyed their first year in Vestavia Hills and are looking forward to their future in the system. Read more
Photo courtesy of Pauline Parker.
Minority Achievement Council teaches leadership skills to VHHS students
For the past 11 years, the Minority Achievement Council at Vestavia Hills High School has helped minority students learn leadership skills while giving back to their school and community. Read more
Source: Vestavia Hills City Schools.
2020 VHCS budget includes 4% raise for employees
All employees of the Vestavia Hills school system should see a little bit more money in the bank this fiscal year, with the state of Alabama mandating and paying for part of a 4% raise for all school employees. Read more
Photo courtesy of Vestavia Hills City Schools.
Arts education taps into students’ creative side
While it’s not usually ideal for teachers to have to turn away students from classes, arts education teachers at Vestavia Hills High School see it as a sign of growing interest and participation. Read more
Photo courtesy of Rachael Hayes.
Experiencing the joy of service: Vestavia church leader witnesses results of Rise Against Hunger firsthand
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Deck the Heights returns for 3rd year
The annual Deck the Heights trolley tour is returning to Cahaba Heights for the third year in a row, following another successful year in 2018. Read more
Photo courtesy of Melinda Thornbury.
Little Black Dress Luncheon returns to Vestavia Hills
The 10th annual luncheon will be Nov. 6 at a country club in Vestavia Hills. Read more
Photo courtesy of Timmy Collins.
Holiday markets make their way to Vestavia Hills
Several different holiday-themed marketplaces will make their way to the city of Vestavia Hills this winter, just in time for residents to enjoy some holiday shopping. Read more
Vestavia Hills Men’s Garden Club gains nonprofit status
After 35 years of existence, the Vestavia Hills Men’s Garden Club is now a nonprofit and is looking to expand and bring in more members and money. Read more
Photo by Neal Embry.
Salute to Veterans returns to Vestavia Hills
On Nov. 7, the city of Vestavia Hills will honor the veterans in the city and surrounding area with a program at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. Read more
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