🌱 Patch AM: How Helena’s late heroics edged Pelham in a 27-21 thriller

Morning Pelham! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How Helena's late heroics edged Pelham in a 27-21 thriller

Also on today's calendar: On-Site @ 24e - Pelham and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 94 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 94, low: 73.
• Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Ben's 10: A new all-time passing leader and a Kick 6 legacy among this week's top performances (al.com) — Pelham football fans will recognize last week's tight rivalry loss to Helena, where a late interception return and kickoff return for touchdowns made the difference in a 27-21 game. The statewide roundup also spotlights record-breaking and standout performances from other Alabama high school players, including Thompson's new all-time passing leader.
   

📸 Around Pelham

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Pelham

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday September 9
• Preschool Storytime →
  Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
  10:30 am

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Other local events

Wednesday September 9
• Crafting Together →
  Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
  10:00 am
• Public Skate Session →
  Pelham, AL Calendar
  11:45 am
• On-Site @ 24e - Pelham →
  24e – Pelham, 2244-A Pelham Pkwy, Pelham
  4:00 pm
• Pelham Library Adult Craft Workshop →
  Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
  6:30 pm
Thursday September 10
• Pelham Garden Club →
  Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
  10:00 am
• PJ Storytime →
  Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
  6:30 pm
Friday September 11
• American Red Cross Blood Drive →
  Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
  10:00 am
Saturday September 12
• Girl Scouts Love State Parks - Oak Mountain →
  Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham
• Feed The City Birmingham: Making Meals for People In Need →
  Texas Roadhouse, 60 Drivers Mart Way, Pelham
• Granite Fight League - Night 1 →
  500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham
  5:00 pm
Sunday September 13
• PRXNCE.TAX 100 Renters to Homeowners - St Joseph Open House →
  133 Hidden Creek Circle, Pelham

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Is anyone missing a bird or recognize it from someone they know?
  I've been hearing a different chirp and our normal backyard birds have not been around today. It just flew into my backyard. It seems highly sociable… (Nextdoor Helena Rd)
• For a few years, I have been looking for a replacement for Zeigler's Original Recipe Hot Dogs.
  They're made with beef and pork. Nobody in this area sells them anymore since Publix quit doing it. I've tried a few other brands with no luck. … (Nextdoor Crosscreek)

• American Greetings posted a job opening for Part Time Merchandiser in Pelham. Apply here.
• Kidcam Camp Programs posted a job opening for Pelham, AL - Oak Mountain State Park - Camp Group Leader in Pelham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pelham here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hoover

• Hoover business happenings: September 2026 (hooversun.com)
• Hoover High to host 6th annual homecoming parade (hooversun.com)
• Senior AWS Python Developer - System One - Hoover, AL, US (dice.com)

Helena

• Shelby County Schools expands career pathways, community engagement (280living.com)

Ok Pelham! 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: She had mittens! (Thank you April M. for sending it in!)
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