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Alabaster, Alabama Patch AM: a 3 min read

Greetings Alabaster! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Alabaster homes and lots just changed hands this month?
  • See which recent arrests involved Alabaster residents and nearby communities.

Also on today's calendar: Alabaster Cityfest 2026 and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunny, nice and less humid, with a high of 85 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 87, low: 60. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 87 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Land transactions for April 8-14 (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Several recent property sales include a home in Alabaster Highlands and multiple lots in Alabaster’s Weatherly-area subdivisions, reflecting an active local real estate market. The full list details dozens of transactions across Shelby County neighborhoods for buyers tracking prices and development trends.
   

• Arrest reports from March 2-31 and April 20-29 (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Recent police reports list several arrests connected to Alabaster residents and incidents, including harassment, domestic violence, and drug-related charges in late April. The broader report also covers arrests in nearby Shelby County cities, giving residents a snapshot of regional law enforcement activity during March and April.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • There is an emergency vehicle on Clairmont Rd...
    There is an emergency vehicle on Clairmont Rd reported at 3:07 PM. "Fire vehicle on scene" (Nextdoor )
  • Waffle House posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Helena. Apply here.
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in Montevallo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alabaster here.

🗞 Nearby News

Helena

  • Mortgage Rates Today, June 2, 2026: 30‑Year Refinance Rate Drops by 11 Basis Points (noradarealestate.com)

Pelham

  • New AI-powered spine decompression machine arrives in Alabama (wbrc.com)
  • From Pelham to the Emerald Isle: Assistant City Manager brin... (shelbycountyreporter.com)
  • Joseph's Table reopens in new Pelham location (bhamnow.com)

Ok Alabaster! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Alabaster

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Alabaster

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.