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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Shelby County, Alabama, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 420stories have been published about Shelby County, Alabama which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Victims’ Relatives Say Teen Accused of Chelsea Slayings Had Mental and Behavioral Issues

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While Maine State Police evidence technicians continued to process the scene of the double killing, family members spoke out about the men who were killed and the 16-year-old who has been arrested and charged with murder in their deaths.See the Story

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Valhalla Board Game Café celebrates one-year anniversary - Shelby County Reporter

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By DAVE DOMESCIK | Staff Writer PELHAM – Valhalla Board Game Café marked its one-year anniversary in true tabletop fashion with a day-long celebration on Saturday, May 31, drawing crowds of gamers, creators and curious first-time visitors to the Norse-themed café nestled inside Campus 124 in Pelham. The event featured everything from judged cosplay contests and 3D printed miniatures to locally made games and hourly giveaways. Valhalla’s partner …Read Article

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Vulcan Vault returns to Pelham - Shelby County Reporter

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By DAVE DOMESCIK | Staff Writer PELHAM – The Vulcan Vault pole vaulting competition is set to return to the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena on Saturday, July 12, bringing a full day of electrifying competition and elite-level experience to athletes of all ages and skill levels. Now in its third year, the USATF-sanctioned event has quickly become one of the premier summer meets in the Southeast. Spanning from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., the Vulcan Vaul…Read Article

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David Morgan enters Calera City Council race - Shelby County Reporter

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By DANIEL LOCKE | Staff Writer CALERA – David Morgan has jumped into the Calera City Council race. The lifelong Alabamian has spent the majority of his adult life working in public safety and is one of three individuals to hold the position of executive director for a 911 department before turning 30. If elected, it would be Morgan’s first time holding a seat on the council. “I’m running on a few different things that I feel are all very tightly…Senate · ColumbianaRead Article

American Village honors fallen heroes at 5K and Memorial Day celebration - Shelby County Reporter

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By DAVE DOMESCIK | Staff Writer MONTEVALLO – Beneath a soft Memorial Day rain, more than 100 runners and walkers carried American flags through the historic grounds of American Village, each step a tribute to a fallen hero. The inaugural Because of the Brave 5K, held on Monday, May 26, launched a day of remembrance and reflection at American Village, combining patriotic symbolism, historical education and personal acts of commemoration. The even…Memorial Day · ColumbianaSee the Story

Family decision sparks coach to change mind, take Chelsea basketball job

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Former Ramsay boys coach had taken Decatur position in April.Chelsea FC · ChelseaRead Article

American Village set to host star-spangled Fourth of July celebration - Shelby County Reporter

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By DAVE DOMESCIK | Staff Writer MONTEVALLO – American Village is preparing to roll out the red, white and blue in a big way this Fourth of July, inviting families from across Shelby County and beyond to experience a full day of patriotic celebration, living history, music, food and fireworks. The 2025 event will also mark the official one-year countdown to America’s 250th birthday in 2026. The day will be filled with more than 50 family-friendly…Columbiana · ColumbianaRead Article

Alabama City-County Management Association announces new slate of officers for 2025-26 - Shelby County Reporter

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FROM STAFF REPORTS AUBURN – The Alabama City-County Management Association has announced its new slate of officers and board members for the 2025-26 term. Approved during the association’s annual summer conference, these individuals represent a cross-section of leaders dedicated to advancing the role of professional local government management in Alabama. The new team brings a wealth of experience, innovation and dedication to the mission of ACC…Columbiana · ColumbianaRead Article

Pelham's first disc golf course coming soon to Coker Park - Shelby County Reporter

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By DAVE DOMESCIK | Staff Writer PELHAM – A new kind of recreational challenge is coming to the east side of Pelham this summer as construction is underway on the city’s first disc golf course at Coker Park. The 10-hole course will offer a moderate challenge with a mix of wooded terrain and water features, designed to be both fun and accessible for players of all skill levels. Pelham Parks & Recreation Director Brian Cooper said the new course re…Disc Golf · ColumbianaRead Article

Two Alabama students selected among 2025 America's Field Trip awardees - Shelby County Reporter

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FROM STAFF REPORTS MONTEVALLO – America’s Field Trip is a nationwide initiative encouraging students to reflect on what America means to them, with first-place awardees receiving special behind-the-scenes experiences at iconic American historical and cultural sites. Thousands of students across the country sent in inspiring submissions responding to the prompt “What does America mean to you?” Out of those submissions, 75 were named first-place a…Columbiana · ColumbianaRead Article

ACS receives highest score on audit for 12th year - Shelby County Reporter

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By NOAH WORTHAM | Managing Editor ALABASTER – Alabaster City Schools received the highest possible score on its audit for the 12th year in a row. During a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 9, the Alabaster City Schools Board of Education accepted a financial audit from Carr, Riggs & Ingram LLC which reported an unqualified opinion—indicating the school system has presented all necessary materials fairly. “This is my third year running …Columbiana · ColumbianaRead Article

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