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🌱 Patch AM: See which charges led to recent Pelham-area arrests
And check out Public Skate Session on the Pelham Patch calendar
Hello Pelham! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- See which charges led to recent Pelham-area arrests
- How did Pelham High stack up in new state rankings?
- Pelham Panthers light up the scoreboard for a second straight win
Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 89, low: 72.
- Monday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Arrest reports from June 6 and July 13-21 (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Pelham residents can see a detailed list of recent local arrests from July 13–21, including charges ranging from domestic violence and elder abuse to marijuana possession and DUI. The report also includes arrests from nearby cities like Montevallo, Calera, and Clanton, offering a snapshot of law enforcement activity across the area. 
• Shelby County high schools stand out in the U.S. News and Wo... (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Pelham families can celebrate Pelham High School's strong showing in new U.S. News rankings, placing 38th in Alabama and 13th in the Birmingham metro area. The story compares Pelham's performance with other Shelby County schools, highlighting AP participation, test scores, and notable gains across the district.
• Week 1 high school football highlights and scores (cbs42.com) — Pelham football fans have reason to cheer as the Pelham Panthers outlasted Wenonah 45-34 in another high-scoring matchup, marking their second straight win. The roundup also recaps big performances from Spain Park, Thompson, Briarwood Christian, and other top Alabama programs from Friday night's action.
📸 Around Pelham
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Pelham
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- Public Skate Session →
Pelham, AL Calendar
4:00 pm - Pilates →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 2020 Pelham Park Boulevard, Pelham
7:15 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 - Public Skate Session →
Pelham, AL Calendar
11:45 am - Potluck Luncheon →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
12:30 pm - Ball Room Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
2:00 pm - MS Volleyball @Advent
Vincent Middle High School Chelsea, AL 35043
5:00 pm
Sunday August 30
Monday August 31
📣 Pelham Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Volleyball JV Tournament →
Vestavia Hills High School Birmingham, AL 35216
7:00 am - JV Volleyball Quad Match with Hartselle, Sylacauga, and Southside
Chelsea High School , 10510 Co Rd 11, Chelsea, AL 35043, USA
8:30 am - Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony →
Chelsea, AL Calendar, 41 Weldon Drive, Chelsea
2:00 pm - Cahaba Heights Cocktail Crawl
Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce Cahaba Heights Entertainment District
2:30 pm
Saturday August 29
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Fish Window Cleaning posted a job opening for Window Cleaner Technician in Pelham. Apply here.
- GWR Management posted a job opening for Leasing Consultant in Pelham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pelham here.
🗞 Nearby News
Hoover
- Leadership Hoover launches talent show to fund community programs (al.com)
- Thompson sweeps Hoover in road rivalry test (shelbycountyreporter.com)
- Hoover open houses August 29-30 (hooversun.com)
Helena
- Helena cruises past John Carroll Catholic on road (shelbycountyreporter.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: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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