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Council hears proposed amendment for small-cell technology fees
The amendment would alter the fee structure as part of a compromise between the city and AT&T. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson Starnes Media
Healing in the Heights: Bendy’s officially reopens
Bendy's had been closed after the death of Ben and Wendy Treadwell's infant son, Owen, in late July. Read more
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City manager introduces 2020 budget
The city council also approved an increase of about $32,000 to the Green Valley Road sidewalk project. Read more
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Superintendent speaks to chamber
Freeman spoke about the school's strategic plan and how to continually improve Vestavia Hills City Schools. Read more
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Back to School in the Hills draws big crowd
The event celebrates the return of the school year and is geared toward children and families. Read more
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Planning and zoning approves rezoning for homes on Green Valley
The commission also approved a rezoning request to allow the Vestavia Hills Board of Education to build a parking lot expansion near the new Dolly Ridge campus. Read more
Photo Courtesy of David Butler
Cahaba Riverkeeper says no lawsuit being filed against developer
In late April, the riverkeeper threatened to sue the Taylor Burton Company, claiming sediment had seeped into the Cahaba River. Read more
Country Club responds to golf balls forcing closure of playground
The country club said in a statement emailed to the Voice on Friday night that it instructed players "further to the green." Read more
Photo Courtesy of Milo's Hamburg
Milo's opening in old Rite Aid space in Cahaba Heights
The restaurant is expected to open next spring. Read more
"Larger Than Life": Walter Berry remembered by daughters, family at Leaf and Petal
There was no mistaking when Walter Berry walked into the room. “When he would get here in the morning, you could tell right when he would walk in the door, because you would hear him,” said Jamie Pursell, owner of Leaf and Petal. Read more
Unless U close to fundraising goal for new building
As of July, Unless U has received $1.25 million of the $1.3 million fundraising goal they set late last year to pay for their new building on Chestnut Street. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Dunkin’/Baumhower’s expected to open in October
The new Baumhower’s Victory Grille, along with adjacent business Dunkin’ (formerly known as Dunkin’ Donuts), are expected to open Oct. 1 or shortly before or after, a few weeks after college football season gets started. Read more
Photo courtesy of Vestavia Hills City Schools.
Rainey steps into new role at VHCS
With a long career in education, Aimee Rainey is now prepared to take yet another step forward as she assumes the role of assistant superintendent of teaching and learning at Vestavia Hills City Schools. Read more
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
Mayhem on the Mountain returns to OMSP
The largest CrossFit event in the state of Alabama, Mayhem on the Mountain, is set to return to Oak Mountain State Park on Aug. 17 and 18. Read more
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Back 2 School in the Hills returns for 6th year
For the sixth year in a row, Back 2 School in the Hills will provide families a chance to have one last party as the school year gets underway. Read more
Staff photo.
City Manager: Flooding on US 31 the problem of private owners, other entities
While flooding continues to be a concern in the city, City Manager Jeff Downes said the city is taking care of what it can. The most affected areas along U.S. 31 fall to the control of ALDOT, Jefferson County and private businesses. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Christmas in August: 1st day of school requires months of work behind the scenes for staff
Vestavia Hills City Schools Director of Public Relations Whit McGhee said he’s heard the first day of school is like “Christmas morning” for teachers and school leaders who work tirelessly over the summer to get to day one. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Cities work together to combat youth vaping
After the state Legislature passed a bill aimed at keeping teens away from e-cigarette usage, city leaders in the greater Birmingham area are working together to address the issue in their respective cities. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Families invited to share stories of how they came to Alabama
On August 1, families in the Vestavia Hills area can share their story of how they came to Alabama at the Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest. Read more
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Board approves strategic goals
The goals were created as part of the strategic planning session held by Vestavia Hills City Schools. Read more
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