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'Extreme traffic congestion for extended periods': Calera railroad crossing a major concern

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'Extreme traffic congestion for extended periods': Calera railroad crossing a major concern

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The crossing gates will activate when there's no train on the tracks, which leads to serious traffic congestion for extended periods.Read Article

NXS Gym in Calera temporarily closed after fire breaks out - Shelby County Reporter

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NXS Gym in Calera temporarily closed after fire breaks out - Shelby County Reporter

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

By NOAH WORTHAM | Managing Editor CALERA – Servpro of Birmingham are currently working on the NXS Gym on Highway 70 in Calera after a fire broke out and damaged the facility. On the night of Wednesday, July 2, a fire broke out at the back of NXS Gym on Highway 70 and spread inside damaging the middle gym and causing signifigant damage to the main gym. There is smoke damage throughout the entire building as a result of the fire. Fire walls instal…Read Article

Bish’s RV Expands with New Calera Dealership - Modern Campground

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Bish’s RV Expands with New Calera Dealership - Modern Campground

Bish’s RV officially opened a new dealership in Calera, Alabama, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Friday, June 20, marking the company’s continued expansion across the southern United States. The dealership, located at 85 Leah Ln., was strategically selected after Bish’s RV evaluated several cities. According to Justin Walls, regional vice president, Calera aligned closely with the company’s values, which include a focus on family, integrit…Read Article

Debbie Byers campaigns for election to Calera City Council - Shelby County Reporter

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By NOAH WORTHAM | Managing Editor CHELSEA – Debbie Byers is campaigning for her first full term on the Calera City Council after being appointed to the role in 2023. Byers currently serves on the Calera City Council after being appointed in June 2023 to fill the vacancy left by Phillip Busby. If elected, Byers will serve her first full term on the council. “As a lifelong resident of Calera, I am passionate about our city’s growth and prosperity,…Calera · Calera Read Article

Calera city councilor demands quicker response to power outages

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

"They're losing food which is money because the insurance does not cover the loss." Councilor Kay TurnerPower Outages · Calera Read Article

She Was Alabama School’s Teacher of the Year; Now She’s Accused of Sex Crimes Involving Student

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

CALERA, Alabama — A kindergarten teacher who recently was named teacher of the year at an elementary school in Alabama now is facing multiple charges after she was accused of sex crimes involving a teen student.A news release from the Calera Police Department says Heather Ozment, 49, of Calera, is charged with first- and second-degree sexual abuse, and enticing a child to enter a vehicle or house for immoral purposes. Police say the reported inc…Calera · Calera See the Story

Junk car with dead raccoon raises concerns in Calera neighborhood

Coverage: 2 sources

CALERA, Ala. — A junk car with a dead raccoon hanging out of its front door has been causing a stir in a Calera neighborhood. The vehicle, which has a "for saleCalera · Calera See the Story

Caleramania to bring high-flying action to Calera Main Street on May 16 - Shelby County Reporter

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

By NOAH WORTHAM | Managing Editor CALERA – A show featuring micro wrestlers performing suplexes, elbow drops, dropkicks and other electrifying maneuvers will take place on an arena at the Calera Courtyard during Calera Main Street’s upcoming Caleramania. Caleramania will take hold of Calera on Friday, May 16 at the Calera Courtyard from 7-9 p.m. and will consist of a series of wrestling matches featuring an entire cast that is under five feet ta…Calera · Calera Read Article

Drew Bradshaw announces campaign for Calera City Council - Shelby County Reporter

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By NOAH WORTHAM | Managing Editor CALERA – Calera resident Drew Bradshaw has announced his candidacy for election to the next Calera City Council. “I’m running for City Council because I care deeply about Calera and believe it’s time for fresh ideas and proactive leadership,” Bradshaw said. Bradshaw is a lifelong Calera resident and a 2005 graduate of Calera High School. He graduated from Troy University with a bachelor of business administratio…Calera · Calera Read Article

Benjamin Russell falls in area tournament to Calera

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The Benjamin Russell softball season has come to a close following losses to Calera in the Class 6A Area 5 tournament.Calera · Calera Read Article

A new police chief for Calera

Cody Powell was sworn in on Monday; he begins work on Thursday, May 1.Calera · Calera See the Story