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Also on today's calendar: The Wedding from Hell - A Pelham BEAT Murder mystery dinner theatre and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Pelham residents fined $100 for parking in their driveways: 'I'm not paying that' (al.com) — Pelham residents in the Stonehaven community say they're getting $100 tickets because their vehicles hang over short driveways and onto public sidewalks, even though many homes predate the city's 2025 parking ordinance. City officials cite state law, ADA requirements, and safety for pedestrians and wheelchair users, while council members promise to review the issue at upcoming meetings.
2. HICA opens Shelby County office in Pelham to expand services... (shelbycountyreporter.com) — A new ¡HICA! satellite office has opened in Pelham, giving local Hispanic and immigrant families easier in-town access to citizenship, economic development, education, and family support services. Leaders say the Shelby County location will help them work more directly with Pelham-area residents and serve as a bridge between Latino communities and local resources.
3. Week 7 Predictions: Region play heats up with rivalry clashe... (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Pelham fans get an optimistic forecast this week, with the Panthers heavily favored to extend their momentum against winless Chilton County thanks to a balanced passing and rushing attack. The column also breaks down other Shelby County and regional high school matchups, offering score predictions and context on how each game could shape playoff hopes.
4. Officials provide encouraging update on Oak Mountain State Park wildfire (wbrc.com) — Fire crews, including Pelham firefighters, have Oak Mountain State Park's wildfire 50% contained within about 250 acres, and officials say there's no sign it's spreading or threatening homes. Peavine Road remains closed while state, federal, and Pelham crews work long shifts in steep terrain, and conservation experts note the burn should ultimately benefit the park's wildlife habitat.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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