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Council approves economic development agreement at old Motor Lodge property
The council also discussed the recent construction of a concrete island at the intersection of Gentilly Drive and Columbiana Road. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Discovery of unsecured power lines pushes back construction of Wald Park ball fields
The city posted a short update on its Facebook page, announcing the update, as well as positive news about the park's new pools. Read more
Waffle House potentially opening second location on lower 31
The deal has not been finalized, and is likely dependent on an agreement between the city and the property owner that will be voted on this coming Monday at a council meeting. Read more
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Vestavia Hills becomes 1st ‘Human TraffickingFree Zone’ in state
The city passed the proclamation declaring Vestavia to be a Human TraffickingFree Zone at the Nov. 25 City Council meeting. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Makerspace succeeding after 1 year at library
Since opening in January 2019, the Makerspace area at the Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest has offered events and programs for people of all ages, while also offering a chance for patrons to learn from one another. Read more
Photo courtesy of Vestavia Hills City Schools.
Vestavia recognizes Teachers of the Year
In late October, the Vestavia Hills Board of Education recognized the district’s Teachers of the Year and named both an elementary and secondary teacher of the year, honoring one teacher at each of the city’s eight schools. Read more
Photo by Neal Embry.
Drivers, riders both benefit from transportation program
The Vestavia Hills Senior Transportation Program is designed to benefit elderly residents, offering them rides to medical appointments, the bank, the grocery store and other places, all for just $1 round-trip. Read more
Photo courtesy of Steve Ammons.
Ice Breaker Lacrosse tournament returns to Sicard Hollow complex
The Rebel Yell Icebreaker high school lacrosse tournament will once again return to the Sicard Hollow Athletic Complex in January, offering teams a chance to get to know each other and play some friendly games before getting into the regular season. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Commitment Day 5K returns to Life Time Fitness
Participants can run, walk, jog or stroll. The race entry fee covers a race bib, medal and post-race lunch social, according to the Facebook page. Read more
Photo by Neal Embry.
Chamber unveils latest strategic plan
The chamber’s new five-year plan will prioritize improving the chamber’s service to members, assessing their needs, highlighting local businesses through social media and strengthening local relationships. Read more
Photo by Neal Embry.
TrustCare Urgent Care one of several businesses to occupy old Rite Aid building
TrustCare Urgent Care will add to the city’s growing collection of urgent care facilities when it moves into part of the old Rite Aid building on U.S. 31. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
City to celebrate 70th birthday in 2020
While plans aren’t definite yet for the city of Vestavia Hills’ 70th birthday celebration, Mayor Ashley Curry said there will definitely be plenty of opportunities to celebrate the city’s birthday this year. Read more
Photo by Neal Embry.
New Pizitz Middle School close to being finished
By the end of January, a turn lane into the new Pizitz Middle School — the former Berry High campus — is expected to be added on Columbiana Road, and the new softball field should be finished by mid-January. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
2020 to see new pools, fields at Wald Park
While the Community Spaces Plan was always going to be a multiyear effort by the city of Vestavia Hills, residents can expect to see two notable, tangible results of the improvement efforts this spring. Read more
Hope in a Shoebox: Vestavia family continues relationship with shoebox recipient from Kosovo
Early this year, the Henson family will travel from their home in Vestavia Hills to Orlando, where they will experience Walt Disney World. They’re going to visit their friend from Kosovo who 20 years ago received a life-changing gift from them. Read more
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City working to improve management of construction sites
The Alabama Department of Environmental Management found the city is "deficient" when it comes to controlling erosion at construction sites. Read more
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Council appoints two new board members
The council also approved various resolutions and ordinances in a short meeting. Read more
VHFD collecting toys for Toys for Tots
The fire department is accepting toys through Thursday, December 12. Read more
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Martin gives capital projects update
Work to prepare the old Berry High campus to be the new Pizitz Middle School continues. Read more
City approves change in retirement benefits
The city also became the first in Alabama to be declared a "Human Trafficking Free Zone." Read more
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