Looking to open a new business in Alabaster? The city has extensively revamped the “opening a business” pages on its website to make it easier than ever to join Alabaster’s business community. Learn about target locations, review a new business checklist, navigate the permitting process, and much more. Check it out at: cityofalabaster.com/35/Business Leadership Training … Read More
Residential Winner—November The November Beautification Board winner is the home of Mike and Conny Pasquini at 217 Sterling Gate Lane. Residential Winner—December The December Beautification Board winner is the home of Alexander and Latoya Hood at 235 Silver Creek Parkway
Be aware of and address holiday stresses, and look for ways to connect and engage. By Brandon Matthews The end of 2024 is in front of us, and the holiday season is here and full of celebrations, family, friends, traditions, and excitement. I can already hear Linus telling Charlie Brown what Christmas is all about. … Read More
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
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
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
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
Fortune launched its third annual Fortune’s 50 Best Places to Live for Families 2024, showcasing the cities and towns across America that best support the unique needs of multigenerational families. Alabaster was named 34th best city to live in chosen from a criteria of 2,000 cities that fit its qualification criteria. The wide-ranging city analysis … Read More
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 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
