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🌱 Patch AM: How a 25-year Pelham police veteran shaped generations of officers
Spotted on the Pelham calendar: Pelham Garden Club
Good day Pelham! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a 25-year Pelham police veteran shaped generations of officers
- What Pelham firefighters are doing as the Oak Mountain wildfire calms
- How did Pelham rack up 42 first-half points on homecoming?
Also on today's calendar: Karlous Miller at Stardome Comedy Club and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 87 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 76, low: 69.
- Monday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 84 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• After 25 years, Steve Johnson leaves Pelham PD with a legacy... (shelbycountyreporter.com) — A longtime Pelham Police Department lieutenant has retired after 25 years of service, closing a career that spanned roles from patrol officer to K9 handler and supervisor. He reflects warmly on mentoring younger Pelham officers and helping shape the department's culture, emphasizing simple principles like always doing what's right and valuing the people he served alongside. 
• Oak Mountain State Park wildfire now estimated at 279 acres, 80% contained (abc3340.com) — A wildfire in Oak Mountain State Park near Pelham is now estimated at 279 acres and 80% contained, with secure firebreaks around the perimeter. Pelham Fire Department crews joined state and federal teams overnight to monitor lines and conduct back-burning, and officials say residents may still see smoke as firefighters watch remaining fuel inside the containment area.
• Pelham dominates Chilton County on homecoming with 42-point ... (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Pelham football fans saw a dominant homecoming performance as the Panthers jumped out to a 42-0 first-half lead over Chilton County before storms cut festivities short. Behind big plays from Dylan Smith, TJ Spell and Marcus Arnold, nearly everyone on the Pelham roster saw the field in a confidence-building second straight win at Ned Bearden Stadium.
📸 Around Pelham
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Pelham
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★ Featured events ★
- Pelham Garden Club →
Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
10:00 am
Thursday October 8
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Other local events
- Try Tennis for Free: Pelham Tennis Center Community Day →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 555 Ballpark Road, Pelham
1:30 pm - Music in the Park - Nacho Daddy →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 555 Ballpark Road, Pelham
4:30 pm - Smart Start Basketball Registration Opens →
Pelham, AL Calendar Pelham, AL 35124
8:00 am - Fitness Forward →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
10:30 am - Cardio Drumming →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
11:30 am - Ball Room Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
2:00 pm - Pelham City Council Work Session & Regular Meeting + Public Hearing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
5:30 pm - Intermediate Line Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
10:00 am - Improver Line Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
11:45 am - Dungeons & Dragons for Teens (Ages 13+) →
Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
5:00 pm - Karlous Miller at Stardome Comedy Club →
Stardome Comedy Club, 1818 Data Dr, Hoover
7:00 pm
Sunday October 4
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Friday October 9
📣 Pelham Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I met some friends for lunch yesterday at Ragtime Cafe.
The daily special was the best meat and three ever!! The banana puddling was also excellent. Highly recommend this place. (Nextdoor Indian Hills)
- Whataburger posted a job opening for Restaurant Shift Leader - Unit 959 in Pelham. Apply here.
- Arby's posted a job opening for Team Member in Alabaster. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pelham here.
🗞 Nearby News
Hoover
- Hoover amends zoning regulations final September meeting (shelbycountyreporter.com)
- Hoover woman opens coffee truck (hooversun.com)
- Hoover, Alabama, tenants warned water could go off again after nearly 2 weeks without it (thecooldown.com)
Helena
- 'Are we doing this because of one person?' Helena council clashes over social media pledge (abc3340.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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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