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🌱 Patch AM: See which Hoover schools are getting new state money—and how much

Also, don't miss Live on the Plaza on the Hoover Patch calendar

Tuesday August 18th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good day Hoover! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • See which Hoover schools are getting new state money—and how much
  • How 65 new acres will reshape Hoover's Stadium Trace Village
  • Have you seen this man tied to Hoover credit card fraud?

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and hot, temps: high: 98, low: 72.
  • Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 95 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• State legislators pass out discretionary money to Hoover schools (hooversun.com) — Two state representatives are sending more than $90,000 in discretionary funds directly to Hoover schools, with money earmarked for fine arts, athletics, and specific campuses like Bluff Park, Gwin, Spain Park and Hoover High. The Hoover Board of Education has already received part of the funding, with more checks headed to individual schools soon.
   

• Broad Metro buys 65 acres in Hoover for Stadium Trace Village expansion (abc3340.com) — A major expansion of Stadium Trace Village is moving forward after Broad Metro bought 65 more acres in Hoover for Phase Three, a mix of retail, offices, medical space and luxury residences. The $4.6 million deal completes the needed land, following earlier Hoover City Council approval of Phase Two, and signals more growth and amenities coming to the area.
   

• Hoover Police want to know if you've seen a man wanted for questioning in credit card fraud cases (wbrc.com) — Hoover Police are asking residents to help identify a man wanted for questioning in several felony credit card fraud cases tied to Hoover and nearby counties. If you recognize him, you can contact a Hoover detective, call 911 or the non-emergency line, or share anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers for a possible cash reward.
   

📸 Around Hoover

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hoover

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    Tuesday August 18
  • Live on the Plaza
    Hoover Public Library - Plaza
    7:00 pm
  • Wednesday August 19
  • VHMC Farmer's Market
    Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce Scout Square
    9:00 am
  • Thursday August 20
  • VHMC: New Mom's Support Group
    Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce Vestavia Hills Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Ave., Vestavia Hills, AL - in Room 316
    9:00 am
  • Bizz and Fizz
    Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce 3178 Rush St. Vestavia Hills, AL (Liberty Park)
    5:15 pm
  • VHMC: Unbound Grace - Addiction Support Group
    Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce Vestavia Hills Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Ave., Vestavia Hills, Room 107 on Support Floor
    6:00 pm
  • Football vs Parker (V) →
    Vestavia Hills High School Birmingham, AL 35216
    7:00 pm
  • Friday August 21
  • VHMC: Cancer Support Group
    Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce Vestavia Hills Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Ave., Vestavia Hills, AL - Room.318
    12:00 pm
  • Vintage Videos
    Hoover Public Library - The Library Theatre
    2:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • Grand Rounds: AI Presentations
    University of Alabama at Birmingham - Diversity and Inclusion Faculty Office Tower, 1202
    7:00 am
  • Excel: Crash Course!
    Hoover Public Library - #Friends Meeting Room
    10:00 am
  • Painting with Sandy Johnson →
    Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
    10:00 am
  • August Membership Luncheon at Samford University
    Homewood Chamber of Commerce Samford University Brock School of Business Cooney Hall
    11:30 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Good morning ND neighbors.
    This is a quick question that I would appreciate your thoughts. I am a person who sends cards ~ BD cards, Congratulations cards, condolence cards… (Nextdoor Bluff Park)
  • Found dog near Monte D'Oro.
    Will require proof of ownership. Does have a microchip but, not registered (Nextdoor Chapel Hill)

🗞 Nearby News

Homewood

Vestavia Hills

  • Seven Vestavia Hills students accepted to Alabama School of Fine Arts (vestaviavoice.com)
  • Vestavia Hills proposes $146M budget with major investments in roads, public safety (abc3340.com)
  • Vestavia Hills considers $1.2M athletic field maintenance contract after one company bids (abc3340.com)

Ok Hoover! 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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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