2024-2025 Alabaster Teen Council’s School Goals

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
2024-2025 Alabaster Teen Council’s School Goals

FRONT ROW, L to R: Brandon Matthews, Kaleci Theuri, Emily Reid, Hanna Moseley, Lauren Blackmon, Ximena Vega, Jaelyn Gilleylen, Maddie Baxley, Simone Jones, Samantha Edwards, Sasha Gann, Morgan McNichols, Holly Norwood, Kaylah Brown Anna Campbell, Tatum Boothe, Ansley O’Neal, Fred Casillas, Brody Logan.  BACK ROW, L to R:Sully Cole, Ada Hasenbein, Rex Gann, Blair N’jaguna, Zayden Felton, Hannah McKay, Kaitlyn Burnett, Thuy Nguyen, Madison McNichols, … Read More

Meet Albert L. Scott librarian Carol Smith

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
Meet Albert L. Scott librarian Carol Smith

Helper at Heart Albert L. Scott librarian Carol Smith has been making patrons smile since 2006. By Carmen Brown She made them smile, and that was all it took. More than three decades ago, Carol Smith graduated from UAB with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She set her sights on becoming a counselor and was … Read More

Open for Business in September 2024

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
Open for Business in September 2024

The View Newly renovated apartments with modern amenities and stylish touches. 403 3rd St NE, Alabaster, AL, 35007, US (205) 624-4624 [email protected] theviewalabaster.com                                    Nawlins Style Po’boys   Stacy Byrd and Darryl Byrd’s spicy shrimp and catfish baskets, cheesesteak and turkey Po’boys plus more.  Coming soon: okra, salads and oysters to name a few. 1207 … Read More

Story Walk with the Library

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
Story Walk with the Library

Stroll through a Story this Fall – Story Walk comes to Creek View and Meadow View Elementary Schools Thanks to generous support from State Representatives Russell Bedsole and Kenneth Paschal, the Albert L. Scott Library is creating a Story Walk at Alabaster’s two elementary schools. What is a Story Walk you might ask?  “A Story … Read More

Meet Councilor Greg Farrell of Ward 4

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
Meet Councilor Greg Farrell of Ward 4

When Greg Farrell was elected to the Alabaster City Council in 2016, as a retired firefighter his focus was on making sure local first responders were well taken care of. After being reelected in 2020 and serving as Council President, Farrell feels like he has accomplished his goal. “Public safety was my top priority,” Farrell … Read More

Birding in Limestone Park

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
Birding in Limestone Park

Birding Anyone? Photos by Regina Richey and courtesy Alabama Birding Trails Limestone Park is a hidden gem for birds and residents alike. With close to 1.2 miles (round trip) of gravel road for walking or driving access and 100 acres of locally rare habitats including one of the largest beaver marshes in the area, a … Read More

September & October 2024 Beautification Award Winners

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection
September & October 2024 Beautification Award Winners

Residential Winner—September The September Beautification Board winner is the home of Monte and Nancy Martin at 140 Glen Abby Way.   Residential Winner—October The October Beautification Board winner is the home of George & Tammy Otten at 1804 Apache Way.   Commercial Winner— October, November, and December The October, November, and December Commercial Winner is Buddy’s … Read More

August Planting Tips

July 31, 2024By Alabaster Connection
August Planting Tips

According to Urban Farmer Seeds, August is a great time to plant seeds for a second gardening season, which can be as productive as your early spring plantings. Here are some tips for planting in Alabama in August: Soil The soil should be well drained and free of harmful chemicals, oil, and ashes. You can improve your … Read More