Get Fit and Healthy in 2025

January 7, 2025By Alabaster Connection

By Carmen Shea Brown It’s that time again, when we resolve to “lose weight and get in shape…” for good this time. But with medications like Wegovy and Ozempic offering the promise of quick fixes, consumers  are often left confused and broke. And despite the popularity of these medications, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control … Read More

District 31 Brings Big Business to Alabaster

January 7, 2025By Alabaster Connection

For almost 10 years, Keith Owens, CEO and managing partner of Alumni Properties, and his development partner, Roy Price, Chairman of Alumni Properties, have been working to bring a retail development project to his hometown. Now with the first phase of the District 31 development underway in Alabaster, the team is poised to accomplish their … Read More

Meet Local Artists Ahmad Austin and Joel Lockridge.

January 7, 2025By Alabaster Connection

By Katharine Armbrester Though their art could not be more different, Ahmad Austin and Joel Lockridge have each developed a niche through their distinctive creative methods and both live in Alabaster. Ahmad Austin is known for his colorful, exciting canvases of jazz musicians and other individuals, which he paints using a palette knife. Lockridge is … Read More

Open for Business in September 2024

September 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection

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

Open for Business – July 2024

July 3, 2024By Alabaster Connection

Signature Style Salon Full-service hair salon offering quality haircuts, styling, and color services at affordable prices. Address: 229 Kent Stone Blvd. Suite 200. 35007 Owner: Yolanda Harrell Email: [email protected] Phone: 205-249-1467   Chubbfathers Good vibes, GREAT food! Address: 229 Kent Stone Blvd. Suite 100. 35007 Menu: thechubbfather.com Phone: 205-685-0950

Open for Business in May 2024

May 5, 2024By Alabaster Connection

  Tesha LeShon Natural Hair Care  This locally owned all-natural hair care salon provides healthy hair care and styling services to men, women and children specializing in braids, twists, locs and more. 11063 Highway 119 S (205) 315-3444 [email protected] teshaleshon.as.me Two L’s Creations – Freeze Dried Candy & Treats Two L’s Creations is a veteran … Read More

Open for Business in March 2024

March 4, 2024By Alabaster Connection

Gafnea Health & Wellness Clinic Stop by and check out their extensive list of health and wellness offerings. 300 First St. N., Suite C [email protected] (205) 563-8151 McDonald’s Fully renovated interior and updated exterior. 205 S Colonial Dr. Alabaster, AL 35007-4691 (205) 621-2807

Understanding the Alabaster Downtown Redevelopment Authority (ADRA)

March 4, 2024By Alabaster Connection

from left, Eve Hulsey, Mike Myers, Casie Jarman, Andrea Holsomback and Cedric Burden Does your business need a little help? The recently established Alabaster Downtown Redevelopment Authority (ADRA) is now accepting applications for a program that will help fund businesses who want to improve their façade. Designed to benefit storefronts within a three-mile radius of … Read More

Open For Business in Alabaster – January 2024

January 1, 2024By Alabaster Connection

  Units of Birmingham Moving and Portable Storage 205.839.2903 unitsstorage.com/birmingham-al/ 100 Airpark Industrial Rd. 35007   Joe’s Italian Authentic Italian Food Tim Owens, New Owner  (205) 663-4111 joesitalianonline.com  21 Weatherly Club Dr. 35007 G & G Loft Boutique Women’s shoes, tops, bottoms, dresses, rompers, and sets, accessories, and gifts 205-685-582 ggloftboutique.com 224 Kent Stone Blvd. … Read More