Shelby Living September 2016

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FROM THE EDITOR

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i! As Katie mentioned in her note last month, I am now serving as Shelby Living’s editor, a role I am ecstatic to start.

I have lived in Shelby County and have worked for our parent company as a staff writer for several years.

My work has been focused mostly on our newspapers, but I am excited to embark on a new journey with the magazines.

Shelby County’s ongoing growth and progress keeps my job exciting; I learn something new about the area and its residents nearly every day.

I have met many people the last few years. To those of you I haven’t met yet, I look forward to our paths crossing someday.

As with past issues of Shelby Living, this month’s issue represents a cross-section of local people, communities and businesses, the components that make this county such a wonderful place to live.

I hope you’ll take some time to read about women who have started and operate their own businesses in the Women in Business section. These women embody the entrepreneurial spirit and prove that hard work and commitment to a dream can pay

off.

Three brothers, ages 12, 10 and 9, also have an inspiring story. Alex, Jack and Porter Davis, of Chelsea, competed in their first triathlon in May. Although they were among the youngest competitors this year, the boys swam, cycled and ran their way to the finish line, nabbing some impressive split times in the process.

Another story I’m thrilled to share with you is the 2016 Southern Living Idea House, a gorgeous home located in Mt Laurel and designed by a prestigious team of professionals whose mission was to mesh designs from bygone decades with modern details. All I have to say is mission accomplished.

You can also learn about the family behind Central State Bank, a Shelby County institution that opened in 1916 in Calera and continues to serve an ever-growing base of local customers.

If you have any ideas or suggestions about people, places and interesting happenings you would like to see in Shelby Living, please don’t hesitate to contact me at emily.sparacino@shelbycountyreporter.com.

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Emily Sparacino, Editor

Emily.Sparacino@shelbycountyreporter.com ON THE COVER Alex Davis, 12, smiles before his first triathlon, XTERRA Xticer, at Oak Mountain State Park in May. His two younger brothers, Jack and Porter, also competed.

Cover design: Jamie Dawkins Photography: Jesse Peters/XTERRA

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WHAT’S INSIDE

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A CENTURY OF CONFIDENCE Central State Bank celebrates 100 years in business

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WOMEN IN BUSINESS Meet local entrepreneurs who are making names for themselves in Shelby County’s business industry.

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THE SIMPLE LIFE

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BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

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SHELBY SPOTTED

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MARKETPLACE

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OUT AND ABOUT

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WHY I LOVE SHELBY COUNTY

arts & culture 11

FEEL-GOOD MUSIC Three on a String entertains crowds with songs, comedy

12 EXPRESSING FEELING Folk artist Anthony Tavis captures life in pieces

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TRIATHLON FOR THREE Davis brothers compete in first three-event race

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A CENTURY OF CONFIDENCE Central State Bank celebrates 100 years in business

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MORE PHYSICIANS, MORE SPECIALTIES St. Vincent’s One Nineteen continues to enhance medical offerings

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WOMEN IN BUSINESS Meet local entrepreneurs who are making names for themselves in Shelby County’s business industry.

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REACHING THE COMMUNITY Double Oak Community Church hosts WinShape camp

home & food 36 BRIGHT IDEA 2016 Southern Living Idea House opens in Mt Laurel 48

REDEFINED DINING The Boot at Brook Highland brings fast-casual fare to U.S. 280

THE SIMPLE LIFE

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ost kids can’t wait for summer to arrive, and most parents can’t wait for school to begin. Or is it the other way around? You can ask yourself over and over where does the time go, yet the answer has eluded parents for decades.

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• Establish routines. It’s proven that children thrive with expected routines and schedules. Clearly communicate your expectations for bedtime, homework and TV at the beginning of the school year. While teachers will be setting up classroom expectations, it’s important to carry through on priorities that are put in place at home, too.

• Command central. Be ready for the influx of papers that will come home on a daily basis. Establish one place where your children put papers for you to review, sign and return. By designating one place, you eliminate papers being scattered throughout the house.

• Prepare the night before. Get in the habit of establishing a nighttime routine that includes packing backpacks, laying out clothes for the next day, finding shoes, completing homework and other tasks.

This simple routine will greatly reduce the morning chaos.

• Establish a place for homework. Set up a workspace that is cheerful and well lit. A bulletin board or white board is practical for posting a calendar with homework assignments, after-school events and sports activities. The older the child is, the more input they will want in their study environment. Some children need a quiet place to study; some prefer a parent’s interaction in the kitchen.

• Watch the extras. A balance of school, sports, social activities and downtime is important for academic success and stress levels. A parent’s daily pace is totally different from a child’s. Balance does not mean equal; it means harmony for what a child can handle, especially if this is a tough school year.

By giving clarity to expectations and ensuring communication on everyone’s part, going back to school can be an easy jump from vacations to vocabulary words. It’s that simple. l

It’s proven that children thrive with expected routines and schedules.

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Fuller receives 2016 Speak Up award Shelby County Schools Superintendent Randy Fuller is one of 20 school district superintendents from across the country to receive the inaugural Speak Up Shout Out Awards as 2016 Outstanding Superintendents for their districts’ exceptional participation in the Speak Up Research Project for Digital Fuller Learning. Awards were given at AASA’s Advocacy Conference.

“More than 2,600 districts participated in Speak Up 2015, but these 20 stood out to us for their commitment to raising the voices of their stakeholders, notably students, parents, community members and educators at all levels,” said Julie Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow. “Speak Up, in addition to being a national research project, is a free service open to all schools, and we are thrilled to see so many taking advantage of the online surveys and national reports.”

“The superintendents being recognized

by Project Tomorrow are leaders in the effective use of technology for learning,” said Daniel A. Domenech, Executive Director of AASA, The School Superintendents Association.

Camp preps kids for school Transitioning from preschool to kindergarten can be stressful, but for about 40 children enrolled at Oak Mountain Elementary School, starting kindergarten will be an exciting, worry-free experience.

OMES hosted its first Kindergarten Kickoff Camp, “Ready, Set, Grow,” in two, week-long sessions this summer to help children entering kindergarten in August prepare for the new school year.

OMES kindergarten teachers Amanda Johnson and Jennifer Slovensky led 20 children through the first session of the camp, from July 11-15, about 20 more children through the second session, from July 25-29.

“There are a few (kids) that have been apprehensive, but hopefully, this will take the edge off when they come and there are kids everywhere,” Johnson said.

“They’ve had the experience of an empty school and learning where things are.”

Each morning, children’s parents drove through the carpool line to drop them off at the school’s front entrance, just as they will on a normal school day in the fall.

Children spent time in a kindergarten classroom, visited the computer lab to practice using the computers, played on the playground during recess and learned about other places in the school, including the library.

On July 15, children rode a school bus to Oak Mountain Intermediate School to practice going through the lunch line with trays of food and eating lunch in the lunchroom.

The camp was offered through the Shelby County Schools Community Education Program.

Nearly 170 kindergartners are enrolled at OMES for the 2016-2017 year, Johnson said.

Sam Praytor reflects on All-America game Helena High School senior catcher Sam Praytor had a weekend he’ll never forget as he had the opportunity to join 39 other top high school baseball players from around the country to compete in the ninth annual Under Armour AllAmerica baseball game the weekend of July 21 in Chicago.

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never know he played 19 years in in front of MLB scouts and more. the MLB and won a World SeAt the All-America game, ries,” said Praytor. which was broadcast live on the Praytor said he also got some MLB Network, Praytor played solid advice from another former catcher for Team National, MLB player. which edged Team American 5-4 “Bill Ripken, who was hilariin a rained-shortened 7-inning ous and I think played 12 years in game.

Praytor the MLB, said don’t worry about Former MLB players Wes what other people are doing in the game Helms and Tim Hudson coached team National and Praytor enjoyed playing un- and just focus on yourself and don’t get too caught up in anybody else’s perforder the leadership of both guys.

“Tim was a normal guy and you would mance,” said Praytor.

New Miss Shelby County, Outstanding Teen winners named Chassidy Sumler was crowned Miss Shelby County 2017 and Blakely Channell was crowned Miss Shelby County Outstanding Teen at the Miss Shelby County Pageant on July 15, 2016 at Shelby County High School.

This year’s event marks the 30th year for the pageant, which is produced by the Vignette Club of Shelby County.

This is also the first year the reigning Miss Shelby County has won the title of Miss Alabama.

Miss Alabama Hayley Barber returned to the stage as co-emcee, along with her long-time friend Amanda Ford, who was Miss Shelby County 2015.

Sumler performed a soulful rendition of the Broadway classic “Somewhere” from West Side Story.

Sumler also won the talent portion and the Sonya Lefkov-

itz Community Service Award.

Miss Shelby County Outstanding Teen 2016 Kyra Callens passed on her crown to Channell, who performed a dance routine to River Deep, Mountain High by Celine Dion.

Channell also won the Lifestyle and Fitness portion of the teen pageant.

Harley Chapin was first runner-up for Miss Shelby County, Allyson Nuwayhid was second runner-up and Laura Machin was third runner-up.

The Miss Congeniality/ Sparkle Award, given in honor of the late Joyce Smith, a former member of Vignette Club, was awarded to Julianna Moreno.

The Miss Shelby County Teen Court consisted of first runner-up Katie Gray and second runner-up Aleya Gilley.

Gray also won the talent portion of the teen pageant.

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PHS students hone craft After spending a full week eating, breathing and living all aspects of theatre, three Pelham High School students came home with a newfound appreciation for their craft and a slew of superior ratings. Upcoming seniors Riley Taylor, Stephanie Hernandez and Lindsay Evans travelled to the University of Nebraska June 20-25 to participate in the International Thespian Festival. Every day was filled with auditions for colleges and scholarships, competitions, large-scale performances and more with the top thespian students internationally.

Pelham’s own Taylor was selected as the only Alabama representative to take part in the opening ceremony at the International Thespian Festival. She also received all superior ratings in her competition categories. The opening ceremony, “A Spark of Creation,” was a tribute to the works of Stephen Schwartz, and Taylor performed in the ensemble.

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HHSA gives $12,000 donation to King’s Home Shelby Fulfilling the financial and spiritual needs of women living at King’s Home Shelby is the primary goal of the Hannah Home Shelby Auxiliary.

On June 23, Auxiliary members presented a $12,000 check to director Gwen Solomon and joined together in prayer outside the home for more than 30 minutes.

The check came from the HHSA Tablescapes 2016, an annual fundraiser the group holds specifically for operational expenses at King’s Home Shelby, a Christcentered shelter for women and children fleeing domestic abuse and other difficult circumstances.

Solomon said three women have transitioned out of the program in the last

three months, and several more women are poised to follow suit in July.

“That’s what we want,” HHSA President Janie Dollar said.

Bill Willis led the prayer with the HHSA members, Solomon and two of the home’s residents.

“Y’all are a huge amount of hope,” Willis said to the women. “What doesn’t challenge us won’t change us.”

Jane Scott, HHSA second vice president of membership, emphasized the group’s support of women at the home.

“We really focus on that in helping with the natural needs they have and for the spiritual needs,” Scott said. “God knows what you need at the time that you need it.”

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Three on a String entertains crowds with songs, comedy

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hen you talk about Three on a String, it’s hard not to smile.

This seasoned band of musicians has found a way to perfectly blend music and humor into an evening that will not soon be forgotten.

As a fan favorite at the Shelby County Arts Council, they return once again to the Black Box Theater on Sept. 25 to bring their legendary show to life.

The group, made up of Jerry Ryan, Bobby Horton, Andy Meginniss and Brad Ryan, recently celebrated 45 years of making music together.

And what a ride it has been! It all began when Jerry Ryan and Horton played a six-song set at a music festival at Horse Pen 40.

After the festival someone suggested they add a bass to their sound, and thus Three on a String was born!

Since then, Three on a String has spent their days playing their music all over the country in places such as New York, Texas, Miami, California and New Orleans.

They have even ventured to Canada several times to perform.

No matter where their music takes them, they are always glad to put on a show for people.

“We want folks to feel better when they leave our show,” Brad Ryan says. “It doesn’t matter the venue or the amount of people.

You go do your thing and do it the very best you can. Just entertain the folks.”

It’s difficult to place Three on a

String’s music in a specific genre.

Their style ranges anywhere from folk to country and even some old rock with a comedy twist.

Their music will definitely make you want to clap your hands and tap your toes, whether they’re playing original songs or covering old favorites.

The group members effortlessly play off of each other’s humor to bring a funny and family friendly show to the stage complete with comedy sketches and funny songs.

“It’s good to get out and see good, quality, clean entertainment. That is what we hope to provide,” Ryan says.

Not only has the band had a remarkable career, but each member has an impressive résumé as well.

Horton also performs history-based solo shows and has recorded hours of music featured on several Ken Burns documentaries shown on public television.

Horton wrote and produced

The Rick and Bubba theme song for the nationally syndicated radio team.

Former teacher, coach and high school principal Jerry Ryan left his job to pursue a musical career and never looked back.

In 2011, veteran musician Meginniss was elected to the Alabama Bluegrass Hall of Fame.

There is no end of talent when it comes to Three on a String.

See these incredible musicians at the Shelby County Arts Council on Sunday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. You will not be disappointed by the hilarious and fun show they put on for the whole family. “Let’s get together and reminisce, laugh, sing and just have a good time,” Ryan says.

Be sure to purchase tickets for this performance early, they will go fast! Tickets are $25.

The doors open at 2 p.m., performance begins at 1:30 p.m.

For more information on this event or to purchase tickets, please visit Shelbycountyartscouncil.com or call (205) 669-0044. l

Four-man band Three on a String will perform at the Shelby County Arts Council’s Black Box Theater on Sept.

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Expressing feeling Folk artist Anthony Tavis captures life in pieces Story and photographs by LAURA BROOKHART

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olk artist Anthony Tavis embraces the spirit of folk art saying, “I think folk art is something many people can relate to.

For me, there is no need to be deeply esoteric or obscure or seek to impress the inner circle of the educated art world. Folk art allows me to have fun.”

Tavis, originally from Greenville, Rhode Island, has no formal art training. He earned a degree in geography at University of Alabama in 2010 and worked for the Geological Survey of Alabama, 12 | ShelbyLiving.com

mapping for tornado search and rescue, before becoming a full-time artist working from his home studio in Helena.

After working in emergency management during the tornado of 2010, Tavis found himself feeling “more invested in community.”

“I saw how amazing people are here; the kindness of the church workers and volunteers who rallied to help the many whose lives were affected.”

He and his wife, Melissa, whom he met in Providence, R.I., have two sons, Caleb and Cooper.

As in “Music Power” and “Muscle Shoals,” many guitars make their way into Tavis’ work.

“The blues are the musical equivalent to my style of art ... not a classical symphony, just life stories and happenings expressing feeling.”

“The blues are the musical equivalent to my style of art ... not a classical symphony, just life stories and happenings expressing feeling,” he notes. “We briefly visited Clarksdale, Mississippi, and fell in love with that town and its Delta Blues history.”

Another motif is food and one niche market for Tavis is restaurants, thus works such as “Cosmic Chicken” (it’s out of this world) or variations on pig parts, several of which have been purchased by barbecue restaurants. He also has a series of paintings about condiments, most particularly mayonnaise, but also ketchup.

“As I paint on wood and use a sealer, my materials are durable, even kid-proof,” he laughs.

“I also share my kids’ interests in my art—choochoo trains, fish, rocket ships.”

Tavis does not mass-produce any of his art.

“I believe that the spirit of the artist becomes a part of the work and when someone buys a piece of my art, it enhances the ambiance of its owner,” he says. “My prices also reflect that I want ‘folks’ to find it affordable, too.”

Earlier this year, Tavis participated in Southern Makers in Montgomery, a showcase of handmade

Southern goods. At Slossfest, he painted all day in one of the hospitality tents—enjoying every moment and conversing with those attending.

“One fellow told me he was not into art, but having hung out awhile, now has an appreciation for it.”

Anthony Tavis will be — Anthony Tavis showing more art this fall at Birmingham Art Walk and Monte Sano Arts Festival, Huntsville, in September; and Moss Rock in November.

One of Tavis’ favorite festivals is Arts Alive in Florence.

“I am very grateful to Arts Alive co-chairs Michelle and Jeff Eubanks, who have supported me, recommended me to friends and encouraged me to keep making art,” he says. “I could not do this without the support of my wife and my (Shelby County) in-laws and cousins. They are great to help taking care of the kids when I do festivals. Even my dad, up in Rhode Island, collects materials for me and brings them when he comes to visit. A lot of people are rooting for me to make it work!”

For more information, visit Anthonytavis.com or call (205) 901-3671. l

LEFT: Anthony Tavis in his studio. ABOVE: His work, “Mercy” pays tribute to Roy Orbison. To the left of it are “Eyeballs,” which he painted after watching a 3-D movie with his sons.

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TRIATHLON FOR THREE Davis brothers compete in first three-event race Story by EMILY SPARACINO Photographs by JESSE PETERS/XTERRA and CONTRIBUTED

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rior to May 21, brothers Alex, Jack and Porter Davis of Chelsea had never competed in a triathlon, a three-event race capable of instilling anxiety in even the most seasoned

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But when the boys’ father, Jay Davis, heard about the XTERRA Xticer coming to Oak Mountain State Park and asked, on a whim, if they wanted to participate, the three were unanimous in their answer.

“We did it for bragging rights,” oldest brother Alex, 12, said. “I would love to do it again.”

The race comprised a 200-meter swim, a 10K cycling portion and a 2K run at the park, a lengthy test for which the boys only had two to three weeks to train.

Out of 21 adult and child competitors, Alex came in 13th overall, followed by Jack in 19th and Porter, the youngest competitor, in 20th.

The Davises are members at the Greystone YMCA, where the boys and their 6-year-old sister, Emily, swim throughout summer, fall and part of winter.

Jay swam at Florida State University, and Paula is no stranger to the pool.

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Jack Davis, 10, smiles before the race. Porter Davis, 9, takes a breath during the swim portion of the XTERRA Xticer triathlon.

The Davis family – Porter, Paula, Jay, Emily, Alex and Jack – gather after the race. PAGE 14: Porter Davis runs out of the water after the swim portion to start the bike portion of the XTERRA Xticer.

They assumed the swim portion would be manageable, and they were correct.

Of the 21 competitors, Alex came out of the water first, 9-year-old Porter came out third and 10-year-old Jack came out fourth.

“They’re strong swimmers,” Paula Davis, the children’s mother, said, noting the triathlon was their first open-water swim.

Alex is on the cross-country team at Chelsea Middle School.

He and his siblings also have bikes they ride around their neighborhood, but they had never traversed a mountain trail before the triathlon.

“Mountain biking was definitely their hardest portion because they had never mountain biked,” Paula said. We didn’t know exactly what the trail looked like.”

In addition, the transition between the swim and the bike portion was more cumbersome than the one between the bike

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Porter, Jack and Alex Davis did not hesitate to say yes when their father, Jay, asked if they wanted to compete in the triathlon.

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and run, since the boys had to dry off, put their shirt and shoes on, and retrieve their bikes before hitting the trail.

They regained some ground, however, on the run. Alex even logged the second-fastest split time.

“I expected to come in dead last,” Alex said of the race. “I just wanted to finish it.”

Greystone Y swim coach Angie Trantham shared high praise for Alex.

“He’s my little big man,” Trantham said. “He’s got the heart of a champion.”

The boys said they enjoyed competing with each other, even though they didn’t have a clear idea of the challenges they would face along the course.

Jack sustained a cut on his leg and had to pause for brief medical attention, but he pressed on and finished the race.

“They did great,” Paula said. “When they

finished, they were exhausted, but they had a great time.”

On the night before the triathlon, the family attended an “XTERRA University,” where the current world champion was giving participants tips and answering questions.

“It was very helpful to have that,” Paula said.

“We asked a lot of beginner questions, and it was really helpful.”

Paula said Jay has told their sons he will join them in next year’s race, which they are already anticipating with excitement.

The spur-of-the-moment decision to compete in triathlons could become a family tradition.

“It was one of those moments in life that we didn’t exactly know what we were getting into, but we’re really glad we did this,” Paula said. “It was a really neat atmosphere.” l

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t. Vincent’s One Nineteen combines a wide range of medical, wellness and spa services to bring you innovative care in a way that hasn’t been done before in this area. It’s this “Healthcare Like No Other” approach that constantly pushes us to look for new ways to enhance and expand the offerings on our campus. Today, we’re excited to share we have more physicians, more specialties and more services available than ever before.

For more than 10 years, St. Vincent’s One Nineteen has offered a wide range of physician specialties. By combining the convenience of our location with the expertise of St. Vincent’s Health System, St. Vincent’s One Nineteen has long been a medical destination for many patients. Today, we’ve expanded these offerings to 76 physicians and 15 specialties, including internal medicine, cardiology, dermatology, ENT, gastroenterology, general surgery, interventional pain management, nephrology, neurology, neurosurgery, OB/GYN, ophthalmology/optometry, orthopedics, plastics and podiatry.

In addition, with the recent expansion on our campus, we now offer outpatient surgery. Equipped with the latest technology, we provide sameday procedures in the following areas: general surgery, ophthalmology, orthopedics, podiatry, plastic surgery, pain management, ENT, GI and gynecology. If you’re considering an outpatient surgery procedure, be sure to ask your physician about St. Vincent’s One Nineteen.

By now, I know you’ve all heard that St. Vincent’s offers urgent care on the One Nineteen campus.

Whether it’s a sore throat that hits after 5 p.m. or a minor cut that needs stitches over the weekend, we all find ourselves in need of urgent care at one time or another. Our Urgent Care Center is one of the

few after-hours locations across the city open until 9 p.m. during the week and 6 p.m. on the weekend.

Did I mention there are minimal wait times and you don’t have to make an appointment?

Thank you for allowing St. Vincent’s One Nineteen to care for you and your family. And while we now offer more services than ever before, our commitment to expanding our services doesn’t end today. As long as this community continues to grow, we will be growing right there with you — bringing even more specialties, physicians and services to your neighborhood.

St. Vincent’s One Nineteen is located at 7191 Cahaba Valley Road right off Hwy. 280 on Hwy. 119. For more information, visit Onenineteen.com, — Stephanie Holderby follow us on Facebook or call 408-6600. l

“Thank you for allowing St. Vincent’s One Nineteen to care for you and your family.”

Stephanie Holderby is the vice president of operations for St. Vincent’s Ambulatory Healthcare Network and executive director of St. Vincent’s One Nineteen.

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FAITH

REACHING THE

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Double Oak Community Church hosts WinShape camp Story by STEPHEN DAWKINS Photograph by KEITH MCCOY

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Campers celebrate by piling on their group leader after their group won a game July 21 at WinShape summer camp hosted by Double Oak Community Church.

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lmost 400 children were greeted each morning July 18-22 at Double Oak Community Church in Mt Laurel by encouraging words, upbeat music, inflatables and games.

And the fun was only beginning.

The church hosted a week-long WinShape day camp for the second year, and Minister to Children Sandy Stephenson said enrollment grew from 273 children last year to 397 this year. Campers have completed grades 1-9.

The camp started at 7:45 each morning with attendees energized by a fun atmosphere then learning skills and lessons in faith.

“When the kids get out of the car, they are automatically engaged,” Stephenson said. “What really stands out to me is the variety of what they’re doing throughout the day and also the consistency.”

The camp was one of 95 WinShape camps across the country this year. Teams of camp counselors, which come from across the United States and even internationally, travel from location to location.

WinShape is affiliated with Chick-fil-A, as company founder Truett Cathy and his wife Jeannette created the WinShape Foundation.

The camp at Double Oak was operated by 28 staff members and 40 church volunteers.

“We do it to bring communities together,” Camp Director Jordan Nations said. “We bring the power of Jesus Christ to kids, and then they bring it to families.”

Stephenson said offering the camp is important to church leaders because it is an opportunity to share Jesus with the community, shows generosity and enhances the perception of the church.

“We want our community to know we’re not just a club,” she said. “You don’t have to be church members to participate.”

The church pastor is Adam Robinson.

The schedule for a typical day includes recreation time, small group Bible studies, skills sessions (campers choose from a list of 21 options such as painting, archery and theater), lunch and worship.

Eleven-year-old Molly McLemore said she enjoyed archery, flag football and dancing.

“I love how they get you out of your shell,” McLemore said.

Charlie Parham, 8, said that he enjoyed the “Wacky Science” session.

“We made some really cool stuff,” Parham said, and mentioned a bouncing ball made out of a PlayDoh type substance.

On the last day of the camp, campers and their families were treated to meals supplied by Chickfil-A. Stephenson said the Bible studies include actual Bible readings and that the theme has been “Follow.”

“You’re becoming like whoever you choose to follow,” Nations said. “We want to follow Jesus so that we can be like him.” l

BUSINESS

Central State Bank opened in 1916 in Calera, nearly 100 years ago.

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A CENTURY OF

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Central State Bank celebrates 100 years in business Story by AMY JONES Photographs by DAWN HARRISON and CONTRIBUTED

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entral State Bank first opened its doors in Calera in February 1916. Now, more than 100 years later, the bank — and the family that leads it — is planning for another century with confidence.

The story of that family begins with Roy Downs, who began work at Central State Bank in March 1945. Two years later, he purchased a controlling interest in the bank, and therein began an era. Downs’ children, David Downs and Deegee Downs Schroeder, and Downs’ son-in-law, Bill Schroeder, still occupy leadership roles at the bank, while the three Schroeder children — Mitt, Shane and Shanda — make up the current executive team.

Since Roy Downs began working at Central State Bank in 1945, the bank has

grown from an asset size of $600,000 to a current size of more than $230 million, according to Mitt and Shane Schroeder.

Bill Schroeder, bank chairman, said his father-in-law helped develop the city of Calera by bringing Westinghouse Corporation and ABEX Corporation — later ABC Rail — to the city.

“These companies supplied over 500 jobs to people in the area and really helped establish an economic foundation for the city of Calera,” Bill Schroeder said. “He helped organize Shelby Medical Center and served as its first chairman.

Mr. Downs always supported the local people through being a big promoter of civic organizations.”

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Over the years, the main branch of Central State Bank has changed in looks, but the bank’s 100-year history of top-notch customer service has not.

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set the bank on its path of constant community involvement. “(Roy Downs) showed us the value of giving back to our community, and we have tried to do our best at making sure our family and the bank are constantly enriching its presence,” David Downs said.

Bank President Shane Schroeder agreed, saying Central State Bank would “not be here” without the community’s support.

“Part of our mission statement talks about being the bank whose community is enriched by its presence. We value the community because, without it, the bank would not be here,” he said.

Shane Schroeder said Central State Bank works to give back to the community in myriad ways, including supporting local schools. This year, bank leadership donated money to help Calera Elementary School purchase Google Chromebooks for several classrooms. The bank is also involved with Relay for Life, the Multiple Sclerosis Society, the annual Strawberry Festival and local churches and sports teams, he said.

“We are a community bank, and we want to make sure our community knows that we care about our customers and our city,” he said. “We rely on each other and succeed together.”

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Central State Bank leadership is also considering new business account features to protect against electronic theft and fraud, he said.

“In today’s world, it is very important to be up to date with the latest technology, and we have made it a priority for the bank’s continued success,” he said. “We want to be the bank whose customers wouldn’t consider banking anywhere else, and with that comes knowing how to provide your clients with the latest technology.”

Mitt Schroeder said new technology will continue to be a

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Bank President Shane Schroeder said Central State Bank would “not be here” without the community’s support.

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FACTS & FIGURES 100 1945 Central State Bank opened in 1916, nearly 100 years ago.

Roy Downs started working at Central State Bank in March 1945 and purchased a controlling interest in the bank two years later.

$230 mil

Since 1945, the bank has grown from an asset size of $600,000 to a current size of more than $230 million.

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Bank Chairman Bill Schroeder’s father-in-law helped develop the city of Calera by bringing in Westinghouse Corporation and ABEX Corporation (later ABC Rail), companies that supplied more than 500 jobs to people in the area.

priority for Central State because “it is the future of banking.”

“Our society is evolving into one that demands instantaneous access. We want to make sure our customers get the ‘on-demand’ feeling about all the products we offer,” he said. “The majority of all personal banking is become mobile, and we want to make sure we are exceeding the expectations of our customers.”

For the future, Mitt Schroeder said bank leadership intends for the bank to continue to grow, to provide an excellent employment environment and to set the standard for banking regulations and innovations.

“Our specific goals are continued conservative growth, while staying focused on our customers’ needs,” he said. “We are a community bank and we want to remain focused on all the communities that we serve, but we also want to show others that we can provide better service than the larger banks and still September 2016 | 27

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Pictured, from left, are David Downs, Bill Schroeder, Degee Schroeder, Mitt Schroeder, Shane Schroeder and Shanda Watts. Central State Bank, the tall brick building on the left, can be seen in this old photograph of Calera.

Currently, Central State Bank has five locations in Calera, Pelham and Alabaster, as well as a mortgage division in Birmingham. Another historic photo shows the main branch of Central State Bank.

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provide the same products.”

Currently, Central State Bank has five locations in Calera, Pelham and Alabaster, as well as a mortgage division in Birmingham. Bank leadership is always considering new growth opportunities, but being a community bank is important, Mitt Schroeder said.

“Our slogan is ‘Large Enough to Serve You, Small Enough to Know You,’ and we will always make sure we remain that way through our growth,” he said.

“We understand that the larger we get, the smaller we have to act.”

Both Mitt and Shane Schroeder said family members will continue to lead Central State Bank for the foreseeable future.

“Our family is deeply rooted in Calera and Central State Bank. The bank will always be part of our family,” the brothers said. “It’s all we’ve ever known. We saw the difference our parents and uncle were making in people’s lives, and we wanted to continue that tradition. Our lives were enriched with the community, and it is our desire to provide a banking service that is filled with integrity, genuineness and excellence.”

To find out more about Central State Bank, visit Centralstatebank.com. You can also access the bank’s app by searching for “Central State Bank Mobile Banking” on Apple’s App Store.

Dear patients, I wanted to take this opportunity to say “thank you” for allowing me to take care of your health care needs these past five years. It has truly been a pleasure serving you and your families and being a part of the Calera community. I am excited to announce that I have joined the Medical West health care team as the Family Medicine physician at their new Hoover Health Center. I will continue seeing patients Monday through Friday and would feel honored to continue providing your health care needs. To schedule an appointment at my new location, please call (205) 820-8440.

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BUSINESS

Women in Business Women in Shelby County are leaving their mark in the business industry.

Meet the entrepreneurs behind a local restaurant and boutique.

Story by EMILY SPARACINO Photographs by DAWN HARRISON

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Cynthia Bertolone ‘I knew then it was time for me to move on with my own small business’

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ontevallo resident Cynthia Bertolone has her hands full at her business, Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone, but she wouldn’t have it any other way. Originally from Hoboken, New Jersey, Bertolone is of first-generation Puerto Rican decent. She and her Italian husband of 13 years, Michael Bertolone, have two children, GianCarlo and Lucia. Giuseppe “Papa Joe” Bertolone, Michael’s late father and former owner of Joe’s Italian in Alabaster, 32 | ShelbyLiving.com

retired in Alabama from Gilroy, California, and convinced the couple to move from Las Vegas to Montevallo to be closer to family. “It was the best move we ever made so far,” Cynthia said.

Cynthia graduated with a computer drafting manufacturing engineer degree and stays involved in the community by donating custom cake designs for King’s Home and bringing hope to abused youth, women and children in Alabama. She also enjoys sketching and painting.

BUSINESS Shelby Living: What type of business is Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone?

Cynthia Bertolone: Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone specializes in Italian pastries such as tiramisu, cannolis, biscottis and numerous flavors of cakes, wedding cakes, grooms’ cakes and custom cake designs. Yet, “We are More Than Just Cake” (that’s our motto). We offer Italian cuisine such as Meals-2-Go (Take-N-Bake), Family 4 Package Meal, and we serve lunch all day with hot pasta dishes, calzones, subs and sandwiches.

In addition, we offer catering for all occasions including private parties.

SL: How did you know you were ready to run your own business?

CB: I was ready to operate my own business when the family restaurant “Joe’s Italian” in Alabaster was sold to a corporation. When the transition took place and they began to change the family recipes, I knew then it was time for me to move on with my own small business and opened Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone.

SL: What was the biggest challenge in founding Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone?

CB: My biggest challenge is creating delicious custom cakes without using fondant.

SL: What do you consider your greatest business success to date?

CB: The greatest business success is incorporating fresh homemade authentic Italian cuisine, Meals-2-Go, fresh bread, sauces alongside scrumptious desserts for busy lifestyle customers.

It’s a one-stop shopping without the hassle. Just take and bake. Serving lunch to the surrounding businesses is also a huge success due to limited Italian restaurants in the Pelham area.

SL: What do you love most about your job?

CB: What I love most about my job is customer’s complete satisfaction with everything that we have to offer in our little shop.

SL: Could you tell me about your Italian pastries? What types do you make?

CB: Cake Art offers Italian pastries such as tiramisu, lemoncello tiramisu, gluten-free tiramisu, cannoli, cookies and biscotti. Also, Sfogliatelles, where we require 48 hours advance notice. Including Cuccidati only offer during the holidays.

SL: You also make custom cakes and wedding cakes. Could you describe some of your favorite cakes you’ve made over the years?

CB: My first and still my favorite custom cake design was a Goldendoodle dog cake. It was made with white cake and salted caramel mousse icing where I texturized the long strands of dog hair.

In the past, I’ve made elaborate detailed wedding cakes but the best to date is the simplest, natural yet elegant called the Naked Cake. It exposed layers and layers of cake with minimal amount of frosting then garnish with fruit or fresh flowers.

SL: What was your first job?

CB: I’ve always worked since I was a young girl learning different trades until I found my passion in art. I worked for a company called Abbott Laboratories in San Diego, California, where I develop technical illustrations and documentation.

It taught me to be creative with my designs and document step-by-step instructions.

SL: Who is your role model?

CB: God is my role model. He has given me the ability to be self-taught and independent. He has geared me to the right path when I made mistakes.

He has given me the strength and faith to overcome the struggles that I have faced. He has given me the wisdom to set and achieve goals for the future of my life and the life of my family. Without God, I am nothing.

SL: What advice would you give your 18-yearold self?

CB: My advice to my 18-year-old self is don’t take things for granted, make the most of every opportunity, work hard and know the meaning of a dollar, save money, invest, retire early and live life to its fullest.

SL: Who are three people, living or dead, you would like to meet?

CB: I’ve had many deaths in my family, my mother Santia, my sister Dianne and my father Roberto. I wish I could meet with them again and be reunited so that we may be a family again.

SL: What other services do you offer at Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone?

CB: We offer catering service and full service private parties for all occasions. At Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone we make over 30 different flavors of cakes and icing. We are constantly creating new and exotic flavors.

CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: Cynthia Bertolone, owner of Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone in Pelham, displays several of her cakes.

Bertolone specializes in Italian pastries and custom cakes. Bertolone said she was ready to run her own business when her family’s restaurant, Joe’s Italian in Alabaster, was sold to a corporation.

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Paige Burnett ‘We love Pelham and couldn’t imagine living anywhere else’

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elham resident Paige Burnett credits God with giving her the chance to run a business, Gifted – Handmade Gifts and More, a gift shop in Pelham. A Birmingham native, Burnett has two sons, Hagan, 20, and Hampton, 15, and she is preparing to become a grandmother to a baby girl in December.

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parents both died two years ago, within months of each other. She has a brother and a sister, four nephews and two nieces. She attended Briarwood and then the University of Montevallo. Burnett’s previous job at Blue Cross Blue Shield brought her to Shelby County years ago. “Now of course we love Pelham and couldn’t (imagine) living anywhere else,” Burnett said. “Well, maybe the beach.”

BUSINESS

Shelby Living: What type of business is Gifted? When and why did it open?

Paige Burnett: Gift shop/boutique. November 2012. I lost my job at Blue Cross after 15 years and this opportunity just fell into my lap. It was a God thing.

SL: How did you know you were ready to run a business?

PB: I didn’t, God decided this for me.

SL: What was the biggest challenge in founding Gifted?

PB: Learning how to run the business part, lots of paper work. This was my first go at anything in retail.

SL: What do you consider your greatest business success to date?

PB: That we are still open, lol.

SL: What do you love most about your job?

PB: Easy, the people!

SL: Could you tell me about your handmade items? Do you make them yourself?

PB: I sell anything from handmade door hangers, local honey to handmade jewelry, soap and artwork, however I can’t take credit for any of these.

SL: You also sell other gifts at your shop.

What do those items include?

PB: Southern Marsh, baby gifts, frames, wedding gifts and of course we do lots of monogramming.

SL: Who is your role model?

PB: My dad, he was an amazing man. He was a hard worker but so giving. He taught me so many things, but one that sticks out is he would say, “There may be things you don’t want to do, but you do them anyway ‘cause they are the right thing to do!” And my dad was one that always did the right thing!

CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: Paige Burnett opened her shop, Gifted, in November 2012. The shop offers home decor and jewelry, artwork, clothes and miscellaneous gifts. Burnett’s dog poses for a picture. Painted signs and decorations can also be found in her shop.

Handmade items like this ornament abound at Gifted.

SL: What advice would you give your 18-year-old self?

PB: Work hard, get an education and do something you love. We spend too much time at work to not enjoy it!

SL: Who are three people, living or dead, you would like to meet? Why? PB: My parents who are both deceased because I miss them so very much! I wasn’t ready for them to go and I still have lots of questions I would like to know answers to.

I guess my other person would be Oprah. I think she does so much good for people and has an amazing and fun personality. My dad and I watched one of her shows where she took guest to Australia. That’s where we both feel in love with it and knew we wanted to go. Our plan was for my 50th birthday, it was going to be a date. My dad didn’t make it but made sure that I could go and I did. I spent two weeks there and it was simply amazing. Totally exceeded my expectations.

SL: What have you learned since opening Gifted?

PB: I’ve learned that community is important.

They say it takes a village to raise a child and I SL: What was your first job? What did it believe this to be true also of a small business. I teach you?

PB: The ER at Shelby Medical Center. I learned love the support Pelham has given me. This has been the best job I have ever had but it’s also been that I loved the medical field. And That’s what I one of the hardest. did till I started Gifted.

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HOME & FOOD

The 2016 Southern Living Idea House’s kitchen, doused in a rich shade of dark green, draws natural elements inside with neutral-colored woven shades, countertops and stools.

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Bright idea 2016 Southern Living Idea House opens in Mt Laurel Story by EMILY SPARACINO Photographs by LAUREY GLENN

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new home in Mt Laurel has garnered much attention since its completion in May. Situated on a corner lot off one of the town’s tree-lined streets, the 2016 Southern Living Idea House has attracted visitors, from near and far, eager for an inside look at the neighborhood’s latest addition and conversation piece.

Southern Living editors chose Mt Laurel as the location for this year’s Idea House, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Birminghambased magazine.

Following the announcement in January, a team including nationally renowned architect Bill Ingram, Bryan Phillips with Mt Laurel’s Town Builders Inc., Mt Laurel resident and landscape architect David Brush and five Southern Livingapproved designers set to work on the project.

“For the town of Mt Laurel to be hand-picked to host the 50th Anniversary Southern Living Idea House is quite an honor,” Vice President of Sales and Marketing Ray Jackson wrote in a press release. “Our community embodies all that Southern Living stands for by embracing a natural environment with a walkable town center, broad sidewalks, front porch friendliness, multiple parks and green spaces, and leaving all the beautiful trees throughout the neighborhood.”

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ABOVE: The home is a 4,130-square-foot beauty nestled among the trees on a corner lot in Mt Laurel.

RIGHT: This bathroom, designed by Ashley Gilbreath of Ashley Gilbreath Interior Design, balances neutrals with a pop of color on the door.

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20,000 guests will have seen the home by the end of the six-month period it is open for public tours.

“We have had a lot of people out to see it, locals and out-of-state,” Mt Laurel Marketing and Community Relations Manager Julianna Vance said in an Aug. 1 interview. “It’s been fun to see everybody’s reaction to it.”

Ingram designed the 4,130-square-foot home with attention to its place in the community and Southern Living aesthetic.

“We like for a house to look like it belongs there, like it hasn’t been plopped down without attention to its locale,” Ingram wrote in a blog post on Mtlaurel.com. “We create new homes that look old that are rooted in the history of the place.

This is especially important in Mt Laurel. The home is located on a woodsy property, so we used bark-colored siding and a gray roof to fit with the natural aesthetic of Mt Laurel.”

The five selected designers – Mark D. Sikes, Margaret Kirkland, Lauren Liess, Amy Berry and Ashley Gilbreath – were assigned rooms in the home to fill with designs highlighting different decades in the magazine’s history, with modern twists.

“The designers took cues from the neighborhood and how we use nature,” Vance said. “It’s kind of the idyllic Southern Living community.”

The 10-foot-wide wraparound front porch is one of the first elements visitors notice as they approach the house, and an element many other homes in Mt Laurel have in common.

“Southern Living readers will love the home’s wraparound porch,” Ingram wrote. “The lot sits up high and is on a corner overlooking a wooded preserve. So to make the most of this view, we designed the home to have two fronts. You can reach the porch from the front door and the living room, so the home really suits the spot it’s on.”

A cozy, side porch sitting area creates a slightly secluded place partially protected from the elements, but exposed to the surrounding natural beauty.

“It’s nice because it offers a more private setting,” Vance said of the sitting area. “It’s an added room.”

On the other side, a courtyard area, complete with a fire pit, offers guests an open-air space to congregate amid picturesque landscaping.

Brush partnered with the Southern Living Plant

Collection to create the home’s gardens.

“I’ve made a conscious effort to incorporate these plants, balancing it with Mt Laurel’s natural plant palate,” Brush wrote. “Our native plants list lends a unique flavor and character to Mt Laurel.”

In his landscaping, Brush incorporated some of his favorite “go-to natural plants,” including oakleaf hydrangeas, rosemary, St. John’s wort, serviceberries, yellow anise and magnolias.

Brush said an advantage of the home’s site is it’s located across from a wooded area unavailable for development.

Phillips, who lives on the same street as the Idea House, said the community’s response to the home has been positive.

“I think anything that brings a buzz to the community and brings outsiders in, it helps the community, it helps the businesses here, it helps the home values,” Phillips wrote.

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The home’s courtyard is surrounded by landscaping designed by Mt Laurel resident and landscape architect David Brush.

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Designer Margaret Kirkland infused the dining room with deep coral and custom fabrics for the drapery, banquettes and dining table chairs.

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bedrooms, a bonus room, four-and-a-half baths, and 10-foot ceilings on the main level and 9-foot ceilings on the second floor.

The foyer, designed by Gilbreath, holds a mixture of antique and modern pieces against a backdrop of light gray walls. An eye-catching piece in the foyer is a 4-foot-by-9-foot French antique basket.

“Each space is built from an inspirational fabric, piece of furniture, piece of art, etc.,” Gilbreath wrote in a blog post.

“Then we have fun playing with proportions and intentionally crossing the line of what is expected to create something with interest and personality.

“The Southern Living team had a big job on their hands.

Five designers, a builder, and a timeline are not easy to balance.

That team has been amazing to work with.”

To the right, the dining room Kirkland designed features deep coral and custom fabrics used for the drapery, banquettes and dining room chairs, which she customized with velvet and embroidered linen.

Custom-made French doors separate the dining room from the kitchen, designed by Ingram.

A striking shade of dark green Sherwin-Williams calls “Evergreens” covers the walls, ceiling, cabinets and range hood.

Offsetting the green are neutral tones found in the woven shades, countertops (black around the sinks and — Ray Jackson, maple on the island) and Mt Laurel Vice President counter stools.

Right off the kitchen is of Sales and Marketing the family room, another space designed by Ingram. The green color from the kitchen carries over into the room in smaller quantities, and is tempered by light-colored fabric used in the tented ceiling and draperies.

A neutral-toned rug and furniture also calm the family room’s green and highlight the pressed plant artwork adorning the walls.

The master bedroom, designed by Liess, further incorporates natural details, from the hemp burlap wallcovering to the coverlet featuring ferns to an antique bent wood chair that flow together seamlessly.

Stepping into the bathroom is akin to a spa retreat. A white cast iron freestanding bathtub sits under an archway at the back of the room, with dual vanities facing each other along the sides. Rays of sun stream through a skylight, giving the room a healthy dose of natural light.

Sikes said he was given examples of “beautiful, neutral living rooms from 1976 and 1987 issues of Southern Living Magazine”

“For the town of Mt Laurel to be hand-picked to host the 50th Anniversary Southern Living Idea House is quite an honor.”

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: With a mix of modern pieces and antiques – the 4-foot-by9-foot French antique basket, for example – the foyer provides a warm welcome for guests crossing the front door threshold. A stair runner, artwork and metal light fixtures pave the way to the second level. Lauren Liess creates a clean, peaceful atmosphere in the master bedroom, echoing the home’s focus on nature with elements like hemp burlap wallcovering and a coverlet etched with ferns. The master bathroom features a cast iron bathtub under an archway, plant artwork lining the nearby wall and a skylight that allows plenty of natural light to stream into the room.

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to inspire the Idea House’s living room, a large space resplendent with cream, gold, beige and brown tones in various patterns on the furniture, drapery, rugs and wallpaper, and sprinkled with pops of green in plants dispersed around the room.

“The natural elements surrounding the home and throughout the community inspired my choices and the overall design of the room,” Sikes wrote in a Mtlaurel.com blog post. “Every room is beautifully designed, but what is so great about the Idea House is that every room looks great together and feels appropriate for the architecture.”

Perhaps one of the home’s most interesting spaces is the “pajama lounge,” an upstairs bonus room designer Amy Berry transformed into a playfully chic, cozy space suited for anything from a girls’ slumber party to a quiet afternoon spent

reading a book.

“For the pajama lounge, we worked closely with Carleton V to redefine an archival wallpaper, which we then blew up and used everywhere,” Berry wrote in a Mtlaurel.com blog post. “The tête-à-tête is a nod to Madeleine Castaing, as is the pattern on pattern. I love all the little details you get with trim and fabrics, and the pajama lounge really shows all of that off I think!”

The room could also be used as a TV room or study.

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Not even 48 hours passed before the Idea House became someone’s ideal house.

The home went under contract the second day it was open, Vance said.

The cost to tour the 2016 Southern Living Idea House is $15 per person at the door. A portion of the proceeds benefits Children’s of Alabama and the Mt Laurel Library.

“We’re really excited to bring a focus to those two community organizations,” Vance said.

The Idea House, 10 Nolen Street, Birmingham, is open to the public Wednesday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

Full behind-the-scenes interviews, press releases and a time-lapse video depicting the home’s construction from start to finish can be found at Mtlaurel.com.

Vance called it an honor for Mt Laurel to be chosen as a Southern Living Inspired Community and for the 2016 Idea House.

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Redefined dining The Boot at Brook Highland brings fast-casual fare to U.S. 280 ABOVE: The Boot’s ground chuck burgers, including the Chuck Norris-style burger, with cheddar cheese, bacon, fried egg, andouille sausage, onion rings and roundhouse sauce, are popular menu items. PAGE 49 TOP: In keeping with the restaurant’s fast-casual concept, customers order their food at a counter before sitting down at a table. PAGE 49 BOTTOM: The Boot at Brook Highland is located at 5279 U.S. 280 Suite B.

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The Boot at Brook Highland joined the U.S. 280 corridor’s restaurant scene in May, boasting a variety of food and drink options within the parameters of the fast-casual dining concept, a trend gaining traction, particularly among young people – “Millennials” – with busy lifestyles, owner Mike McCowan said.

“Millennials want convenience (and) fast service without a lot of attention,” McCowan said. “You want healthy items.”

McCowan started experimenting with the fastcasual concept in 2011, when he opened The Boot at Preserve Village in Hoover.

Instead of relying on waiters and waitresses, customers assume a more active role in their dining experience by ordering their food at a counter, taking a number and choosing a table where, within 12-15 minutes, they are served, he said.

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: A mixture of eclectic pieces fill The Boot. Patrons can sit at the bar, where a range of craft cocktails and beers are poured. The Boot at Brook Highland’s deck offers outdoor seating.

Doc’s crispy hot wings, served with cornbread and spicy pickles, and fried green tomatoes served with horsey sauce are standouts among the appetizers.

A popular signature plate is the shrimp and grits.

The Boot’s ground chuck burgers are made with 100-percent grass fed beef and come with traditional toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickle and onion), plus other toppings for more adventurous diners, including pimento cheese, fried egg and mac and cheese.

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ABOVE: A large brick fireplace anchors the main dining room. LEFT: Owner Mike McCowan opened The Boot at Brook Highland in May, several years after he unveiled his first location in Hoover.

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Tacos filled with slow-roasted brisket, sautéed shrimp or grilled mahi-mahi are among The Boot’s most popular taco offerings.

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“It took me awhile to understand this, also,” he said.

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Even the restaurant’s short name, taken from an excerpt in “Barnaby Rudge” by Charles Dickens, lends itself to immediate recognition and efficiency, a hallmark of the fast-casual concept.

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said. “You want to eat right and be gone.

“I am passionate about it,” he added. “It’s truly fun to watch that. There is an amazing revolution.”

The Boot at Brook Highland, 5279 U.S. 280 Suite B, Birmingham, is open Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Business Connections Annual Safety Awards Scheduled for September Community Luncheon 2016 Awards Sponsor:

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Notice: This luncheon will be held on Tuesday, September 27 at the Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena, 500 Amphitheater Drive, Pelham. Reservations requested by noon on Friday, September 23. Investment: Chamber investors $20,

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Join us on September 27 for the “Annual Safety Awards” Community Luncheon, presented by Alabama Power, as we honor public safety officials from throughout Shelby County. Each year we are privileged to recognize individuals who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in public safety by presenting them with an award sponsored in 2016 by A.C. Legg, Inc. This is a time when we can personally give thanks to the fire, police and sheriff personnel, and honor them for the outstanding service and sacrifices they make each day in keeping our respective

“Future” investors $30. Register online at www.shelbychamber.org or call the Chamber office at 663-4542.

Golf “FORE!” Education Scramble Set for September 30 It’s time to get in the game!

The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 27th Annual Golf “FORE!” Education Tournament, presented in 2016 by HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, is just around the corner on September 30 at Timberline Golf Club. This year’s tournament will once again help fund the Chamber’s

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vital education and workforce development programs in the coming year.

These include: “Keeping It Real”, Student Career Awareness Fair, Student and Educator of the Year and Communication Matters.

Sponsorships and teams are already being sold. If your organization is interested in having a team, player or participating through the various sponsorships that are available, please contact the Chamber at 663-4542 or visit www.shelbychamber.org for more details.

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Volunteers Needed for 2016 Student Career Awareness Fair September 12 & 13

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The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its 2nd annual Student Career Awareness Fair for Shelby County 10th grade students on September 12-13 at the Shelby County Exhibition Center in Columbiana. We are seeking volunteers in the career fields listed at right.

In addition to learning about the types of careers available to them, students will also hear about the educational requirements for

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that career and helpful tips on what they can be doing

right now to better prepare themselves to be successful in their pursuit of that career. If you or someone in your business would like to volunteer please contact Keyla Handley at 663-4542 ext. 106 or keyla@ shelbychamber.org for more information.

The day would begin at 8:00AM and conclude at approximately 3:00PM. We are asking volunteers to spend 1/2 to one day at the event. Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.

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Eclipse Coffee & Books in Montevallo was the host for the recent CoffeeNet event. Presented in 2016 by Cahaba Valley Computer Services, LLC, CoffeeNet events are designed for investors to network before heading to the office.

The Quarterly Industry Tour, sponsored in 2016 by Barge, Waggoner, Sumner & Cannon, Inc., was held at the National Carbon Capture Center.

More than 20+ participants learned about the technology being tested to produce clean energy.

The Multi-Chamber SpeedNetworking event was a huge networking hit. Ten Chambers came together, at sponsor and host the Birmingham Marriott, to expand the opportunity for their members and investors to connect.

Education Connections Program — Connecting Business with Education

EDUCATION CONNECTIONS DATES Oak Mountain High School Friday September 2nd

Shelby County Schools Career and Technical Education is implementing a new program called Education Connections. The events will begin in the fall and held from 8:30AM until 9:30AM at various Shelby County High Schools.

The meetings are an opportunity for businesses and educators to network and build relationships.

The goal of the program is to connect businesses with education, specifically the Career and Technical Education classes. Educators will be able to share with businesses about their needs in the

classroom (job shadowing, internships, supplies and general partnerships) while businesses will provide feedback on the skills needed in the workplace. This is an effort to bridge the gap between education and workforce.

The program hopes to open the door to new partnerships within our county to help students with their career explorations.

Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. There is no cost to attend.

Please contact Aubri McClendon at 5422665 or AMcClendon@shelbyed.org for more information.

Chelsea High School Wednesday, September 7th Montevallo High School Tuesday, September 20th Helena High School Friday, October 7th Vincent High School Thursday, October 20th Calera High School Tuesday, November 15th Shelby County High School Wednesday, November 16th

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An Investor Reception is held once per quarter to allow for investors, long time and newly joined, to learn about their many Chamber benefits.

Thank you to Mutual Saving Credit Union for being the 2016 presenting sponsor of the Investor Receptions.

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The US prostate cancer death rate for African-American men is more than twice the rate for Caucasian men.

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Most early cases cause no symptoms. Some early signs may include frequent urination, especially at night; blood in urine, difficulty starting urination or inability to urinate, and weak or painful urination.

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Go & Grow Workshop: “Entrepreneurship 101” Whether you’ve started your own business — or are thinking about it -September’s Go & Grow Workshop offers attendees valuable information on: What You Need To Know To Launch A Business, Building A Money Plan — Capital & Cash Flow, Building A Sales & Marketing Plan, Building A People Plan — People & Pay 58 | ShelbyLiving.com Shelbychamber.org

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The workshop — sponsored by Business Telephones, Inc. and facilitated by Michael Smith of The Great, The Good and The Gone -- will be on Wednesday, September 7

from 11:30AM-2:00PM at the Chamber. There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available for $10 per person for Chamber investors ($20 for “Future” investors).

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make reservations by noon on Friday, September 2 for this workshop by contacting Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support via e-mail at payton@shelbychamber.org or by calling 663-4542, ext.

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S.C.O.R.E. (Supporting Chamber Opportunities Reaps Excellence) For the Chamber!

County Services Drive, Pelham. During their efforts, TRC volunteers will network with area business leaders and improve their sales techniques such as prospecting, preparing a sales pitch and closing the sale - through our sales training sessions, manual and orientation. Finally, TRC volunteers will have numerous chances to win special prizes — including cash and a chance at a Victory Trip for the top producers.

For more information on the Chamber’s 2016 TRC, please contact Keyla Handley at the Chamber by phone at 663-4542, ext.

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The Chamber is seeking volunteers for 1/2 - one day as we make our way around to all of the different schools in Shelby County.

Volunteers would manage a station and assist 9th grade students as they “pay bills” and make “life choices” based on random-assigned life situations. If you or your

colleagues, are interested in being a volunteer, please call Keyla Handley at 6634542 ext. 106, or email at keyla@shelbychamber.org.

Volunteers would arrive at the schools as early as 7:30AM and the program would conclude by 3:00PM. Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.

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On September 8, under the leadership of Thompson Tractor’s Charlie Stevens, the Chamber will kickoff its 2nd annual Total Resource Campaign (TRC) — “S.C.O.R.E. (Supporting Chamber Opportunities Reaps Excellence) For the Chamber”. This 8-week effort pulls chamber investors together in an effort to share the benefits of investment and sponsorship opportunities to the entire business community.

This effort encourages volunteers to approach current chamber investors for sponsorships of the Chamber’s 2017 program year, new investors and budget-reducing in-kind goods & services.

The Chamber will be provide all TRC volunteers with expert training during the Kick Off Training Session on September 8 from 11:30AM until 1:30AM at the Chamber, 1301

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Congratulations to Micah Keith for achieving Ambassador of the Month.

Micah is an Associate Agent for Tyler Watts & Associates, LLC, and has been in the insurance industry for three years. He manages the location of the second agency that opened in Pelham in 2015.

The goal of the agency is to always give our clients peace of mind at the end of the day that their needs are taken care of. We specialize in providing personal and commercial lines of insurance writing anything from home, auto, business, and Life to special events like weddings or vacations. Out of everything we do Micah’s personal favorite is commercial.

The challenge of working with so many various types of businesses has given him an appreciation and understanding of what his clients do, and what the insurance needs are for their respective industries.

Micah was born and raised in Hoover, attended Birmingham Southern College where he enjoyed the opportunity to play football. He transferred to the University of Alabama graduating with a degree in Marketing. He loves

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Brandon Greve (*) Regions Bank

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Steve Chapman (2016) Alabama Gas Corporation

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contacts. Plus, if you meet enough people you’ll earn a chance to win some prizes on September 15 from 5:30PM until 7:00PM at the Shelby County Art’s Council, 104 Mildred Street, Columbiana, 35051. The investment — which includes hors d’oeuvres and two

beverage coupons -- for any Chamber investor is $10 per person and $20 for “Future” investors.

Reservations are required, so please register via email at info@shelbychamber.org, by phone at 663-4542 or online at www.shelbychamber.org

by September 12.

Presented in 2016 by:

Small Business Mentorship Program Offers Guidance & Support will be held Wednesday, September 7 from 8:00AM11:00AM. As the Chamber’s a new product, downsizing “Entrepreneur-in-Residence”, and dealing with a difficult Smith is available for a oneemployee. on-one confidential meeting The next Mentorship with any small business owner opportunities, facilitated by Michael Smith with The GREAT, or entrepreneur to discuss any topic. Appointments are The GOOD and The GONE

required and usually last 30-45 minutes. Please contact Payton Thomas, the Chamber’s Manager of Business Development & Support, at 663-4542 ext. 105 or via e-mail at payton@shelbychamber. org for availability on September 7.

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CHAMBER Events Read more details or register for events online at www.shelbychamber.org or the Chamber office 663-4542. Unless otherwise noted events listed will be held at 1301 County Services Dr., Pelham 35124. CANCELLATION POLICY REMINDER: Cancellation for a paying event must be made TWO days prior to the event.

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South Shelby Chamber Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:00PM Columbiana First Baptist Church, 208 North Main Street, Columbiana Investment: $12. Reservation required.

Chamber closed for Labor Day

Small Business Mentorship Appointments 8:00AM - 11:00AM Michael Smith, The Good, The Great & The Gone By appointment.

Contact Payton Thomas at 663-4542, ext. 105.

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Go & Grow Workshop 11:30AM - 2:00PM Presented by Michael Smith, The GREAT, the GOOD and The GONE Sponsor: Business Telephones, Inc. Reservations requested by September 2.

Investment: No cost for workshop but lunch is available for $10 investors, $20 “Future” investors.

Ambassadors Work Group 11:30AM - 1:00PM Sponsor: NobleBank & Trust Small Business Work Group 4:00PM - 5:00PM Sponsor: Brownstone Marketing Solutions Total Resource Campaign Kick-off/ Training 11:30AM - 1:30PM

Health Services Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM

Existing Business & Industry Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM iBERIABANK, 2695 Pelham Pkwy, Pelham

Business After Hours 5:30PM - 7:00PM Presenting Sponsor: Shelby County Reporter Shelby County Art’s Council 104 Mildred St, Columbiana Reservations requested by September 12.

Investment: $10 investors, $20 “Future” investors.

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YOUR CHAMBER AT WORK Facebook: 22 New Likes, 129 Visits and 1,695 Post Reaches,Total Likes 2,588.

Twitter: 2,594 Followers, 157 Tweets, 19.3K Tweet impressions, 197 Profile Visits and 15 Mentions.

Responded to 146 requests for business & community information.

Notarized 46 “Certificates of Origin” for Shelby County Companies

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2nd Annual “Student Career Awareness Fair” 8:00AM-3:00PM Shelby County Exhibition Center 86 Argo Rd, Columbiana

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Entrepreneur Roundtable I 7:30AM - 8:30AM

Montevallo Chamber Monthly Luncheon 11:30AM - 1:30PM Parnell Memorial Library, 377 Park Dr, Montevallo Investment: $12. No reservation required.

Governmental Affairs Work Group 8:30AM - 9:30AM Sain Associates Two Perimeter Park South, Ste 500 East, Birmingham GSCC Community Luncheon “Annual Safety Awards” Presenting Sponsor: Alabama Power Company Doors open at 11:00AM. Program 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham Reservations requested by noon, Friday, September 23.

Investment: $20 investors, $30 “Future” investors.

Note: This luncheon is being held on Tuesday.

27th Annual Golf “FORE!” Education Tournament 8:15AM Registration/ 9:00AM Shotgun Start Presenting Sponsor: HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital Timberline Country Club, 300 Timberline Trail, Calera See page 55

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Parents and participants in the Helena summer reading program showed up one last time on Wednesday, July 13 for the closeout celebration party at Jane B. Holmes Public Library.

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Thousands of families and Shelby County residents gathered in Old Town Helena the evening of July 1 to take in the sights and sounds of Helena First Friday. The night was capped off with fireworks to celebrate Independence Day. 1. Brad and Lindsay Flinn 2. Kelsey Crumpton and Caitlin Mullins 3. Madeline Brooks and Mary Margaret Getts 4. Scott Brown and Stephanie Goodwin 5. Keith and Kellen Watkins

ChildrensAL.org/committedtoacure

THE FACE OF A CURE The Alabama Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders is committed to finding a cure for Grace and the more than 1,500 children who come to us for care each year.

As a founding member of the Children’s Oncology Group,* Children’s of Alabama and UAB combine research and innovative therapies to help save the lives of children down the street and around the world.

Although the cancer cure rate has risen from 50 to 84 percent in just 20 years and strokes in patients with sickle cell disease have decreased 90 percent through standardized screening processes, we are actively working toward a TOTAL CURE for children like Grace.

*The Children’s Oncology group is a clinical translational trials organization with more than 9,000 experts worldwide dedicated to finding better cures and improving the outcomes for all children with cancer.

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Environmental educators Katelyn Diercks and Phillip Higgins from the Alabama 4-H Center talked to children at the Chelsea Public Library’s summer reading program July 6.

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The city of Helena hosted its inaugural National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the Helena Marketplace as numerous residents came out to enjoy a meet and greet with the Helena police and fire departments.

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2. Carlos Gonzalez and Shelby Middleton.

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5. Shonda and Eli Ray. 6. Jonathan Hollabaugh and Catherine Arrington.

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Local business and organizations set up booths to give veterans more information on available jobs, education and resources at the Veteran College and Job Fair hosted by the American Legion Post 911 at Hoover Tactical Firearms on Aug. 3.

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Grow your career here.

If you’re looking for a fun, high-energy career with growth and earning potential, then my Allstate agency may be right for you.

Expand your sales skills while helping protect what matters most in people’s lives. You can help make a difference in your community with a brand that’s been putting people in good hands for nearly 85 years. Sound good? Let’s talk.

Join my team as a sales professional and you will: • Make a good living for your hard work • Receive ongoing training and support to grow your career • Work in a local business for your community • Help people protect what matters most • Have a professional career that challenges, inspires, and gives you room to grow Call me if this sounds like a good fit for you or someone you know.

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5. Anastasia Zellner and Emma Shealy.

6. Alli, Eli and Simon Nations.

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Cooling Season Assistance starts August 5 for Chilton/Shelby Counties.

Call Appointment Lines: Chilton Co: 205-287-0139 Shelby Co: 205-610-8916 Online: eaaoac.cascheduler.com 11th Area of Alabama O.A.C. Acceptance Loan Company, Inc. Personal Loans! Let us Pay Off Your Title Loans!

224 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham 205-663-5821 B&J Metal Fabricators Professional sheet metal replacement and fabrication on classic cars/trucks. $65.00/hour for labor Parts/supplies additional Quotes based per job. Media blasting available. Powder coating coming soon.

Montevallo area.

(205)665-4687 (205)296-9988 Backhoe Work and General Hauling Services. Gravel, red clay, sand, pea gravel. Can clean ditches out and recover road with new gravel. Contact Barry Cunningham (205)217-5731 HIGH SPEED INTERNET BY EXEDE! Free installation. No credit check.

No credit card required. Call for more Specials! Call TODAY: 205-471-9961 FIREWOOD-OAK or HICKORY Pick up - only 6 cents per pound.

Commercial and Residential delivery also available.

Columbiana Wood Products 21421 Hwy 25, Columbiana (205) 671-5202 Welder Training Short Term Licensing Call for Details 866-432-0430 ESDschool.com Montgomery Stockyard Drop Station at Gray & Son’s in Clanton. Call Lane at 205-389-4530.

For other hauling arrangements, contact Wes in Harpersville 205-965-8657

AFFORDABLE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET Available where you live! Call Today for this Limited Time Offer! www.pbsinternet. com, 800-266-4409.

EDUCATOR OSHA Training is the Law! Franchise is available in your area.

Call 706-264-2220 or www.safetytrainingse.com Professional Home and Office Cleaning Services offered to all of Shelby & Chilton counties.

Family owned and operated.

Call 205-683-8611 or visit www.steelmanprocleaners.com for more info.

CLOCK REPAIR SVS. * Setup * Repair * Maintenance I can fix your Mother’s clock. Alabaster/ Pelham Call Stephen (205) 663-2822 Become a Dental Asst. in ONLY 8 WEEKS! Please visit our website www. capstonedentalassisting.com or call (205) 561-8118 and get your career started!

HOST AN EXCHANGE STUDENT World Heritage www.whhosts.com 1-800-888-9040 or 404-307-8830 info@world-heritage.org Fowler Auction & Real Estate Service, Inc. www.fowlerauction.com (256) 420-4454 1BD Fully Furnished Weekly Rates Starting at $170 Free Utilities. No Credit Check.

Two Budgetel locations at 1902 Highway 31 South, Hoover and 5249 Highway 280 East, Birmingham Call 205-985-9117 or www.budgetel.com 5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Log Home on 12 beautiful acres in Calera.

Overlooking a stock pond. Barn with workshop. Needs some updates and TLC. $359,000 Call 205-862-6883

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TARGET AUCTION. Advanced Real Estate Marketing.

800-476-3939 www.targetauction.com

Apply online at: www.adeccousa.com or call our office at 205-497-6400 ext. 2033

ONLINE AUCTIONS www.GTAOnlineAuctions.com 205-326-0833 Granger, Thagard & Assoc.

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EXPERIENCED ELECTRICIAN’S HELPER 2 years’ experience. Top pay and benefits.

Advantage Electric 205-876-4269

Marble Valley Manor Affordable 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments for Elderly & Disabled.

Many On-Site Services!

2115 Motes Rd, Sylacauga 256-245-6500 TDD#s: 800-548-2547(V) 800-548-2546(T/A) Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Equal Opportunity Provider/ Employer House For Rent 3/2 in Calera W/D Hook-ups, One Car Garage, Dishwasher Rent $1150 205-433-9811 Commercial Office Building For Sale or Lease 400 Lay Dam Road, Clanton w/acreage, brick building, paved parking lot. Close to new hospital.

Call: 205-420- 2494 or email: mwaldrop@rwbrad.com.

TARGET AUCTION Advanced Real Estate Marketing 800-476-3939 www.targetauction.com CAGLE SOD FARM 419 Hybrid Bermuda • $1.35 sq.yd.

Meyers Zoysia • $2.50 sq.yd.

Empire Zoysia • $3.00 sq. yd.

DELIVERY AVAILABLE 662-365-3152 www.caglesod.com Class-A CDL Driver. $500 SignOn Bonus. Must be 25+ years with clean MVR. 1 year with 6 months flatbed experience. $.34-$.40pm w/dh $.20 pay. Contact HR: (205) 706-4837 HIRING Production Workers in McCalla IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Various shifts, temp-to-hire positions!

NEED A JOB? NEED A BETTER JOB? AIDT recruits, screens and trains qualified applicants for outstanding jobs statewide. All at NO COST to you! Visit www.aidt.edu/jobs today to view your opportunities!

Multi Craft Technician with Electrical Experience Willing to cross train in Commercial Air Compressors.

Fax resume to 205-664-4889 or call 205-664-0192.

Fork Lift Mechanic Needed must have own tools and five years experience.

Apply in person: 1105 7th St N, Clanton or call for appointment (205) 755-4570 American Proteins, Inc. Hiring Drivers Home Daily, Great benefits package (including: health/ dental/ vision insurance), paid vacation and holidays, 401K retirement plan. Need Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, one year verifiable driving experience.

Contact Jamie Sewell: 256-970-6133 or Ronnie Demonia: 256-970-6109 EOE ANDERSON EYECAREMontevallo Seeking experienced optician & eyecare tech. Knowledge of eyewear & edging lenses required.

Great hours/work environment. Email resume: andersoneyecare@bellsouth.net or mail: Anderson EyeCare 977 Main St., Montevallo

Automation Personnel Services Hiring IMMEDIATELY For: Automotive Assembly, General Labor, Production, Clerical, Machine Operator, Quality, Carpentry, Welder, Foundry Positions In: Calera, Clanton, Pelham, Bessemer, McCalla Walk-in applications accepted.

Clanton (205)280-0002 Pelham (205)444-9774 APPLY NOW! Baugh Ford in Clanton is Hiring Salespersons Accounts Payable/Title Clerk and Internet Sales Manager Email cover letter/resume to autojobsclanton@gmail.com Fax to (205)755-6443 Or apply in person.

Material Delivery Service.

Now hiring local CDL-A Company Drivers for our Calera, AL terminal.

Competitive pay. Full benefits package. Safety and longevity bonuses. Year round Income Assurance! 1 year CDL–A experience required and good driving history.

Call 866-388-0686 to get started. www.schillicorp.com Bibb Medical Center & Nursing Home Currently Recruiting For: •Medical Lab Tech Full-time position, requires 2 year associates degree.

•Medical Technologist Full-time, 7 on-7 off, blood bank experience required.

Apply at: Hospital Information Desk 208 Pierson Ave., Centreville, AL Email resume: bmchr@bibbmedicalcenter.com Or Apply Online: bibbmedicalcenter.com

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Bibb Medical Center & Nursing Home Now Hiring For: RN • Labor & Delivery PM - F/T position AL RN license required.

Apply at: Hospital Information Desk 208 Pierson Ave., Centreville, AL Email resume: bmchr@bibbmedicalcenter.com Or Apply Online: bibbmedicalcenter.com IMMEDIATE POSITION AVAILABLE CLASS-A & CLASS-B ROUTE DRIVERS WELL-ESTABLISHED 100+ YEAR COMPANY NOW HIRING ROUTE DRIVERS. HOME NIGHTS/ WEEKENDS. LOOKING FOR HARD WORKING DRIVERS TO JOIN OUR TEAM. CLEAN MVR/BG CHECK REQUIRED. COMPETITIVE PAY/ BENEFITS: BCBC, 401K, PAID HOLIDAYS/VACATION, COMPANY FURNISHED UNIFORMS. CALL 205-425-1711 OR EMAIL: adria.lupien@bhtonline.com Bibb Medical Center & Nursing Home Now Hiring For: Dietary Manager • Full time For Long term care and acute care hospital.

Responsible for food service for patient care and non-patient care Apply at: Hospital Information Desk 208 Pierson Ave., Centreville, AL Email resume: bmchr@bibbmedicalcenter.com Or Apply Online: bibbmedicalcenter.com DELIVERY DRIVERS Local Grocery Distributor in Alabaster seeking qualified drivers.

Delivery/unloading to multiple locations. Mon-Fri work week.

Requirements: Valid DL, clean driving record.

Benefits: Competitive wages, bonuses, benefits, opportunity for advancement.

BTC Wholesale Distributors Call 205-397-1782 BURGER KING JOIN OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM Schuster Enterprises, Inc., a Franchisee of Burger King, is looking for Management professionals who have a desire to join a team where people are the most important asset, where growth is based on ability and where opportunity is abundant.

Benefits: Competive Wages, Health & Life Insurance, Paid Vacations, 401(k). Apply online

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at: www.jointeamschuster. com. (EOE - DRUG FREE WORKPLACE).

JOIN OUR TEAM! MAINTENANCE ENGINEER FOR A BURGER KING FRANCHISE Schuster Enterprises, Inc., a Franchisee of Burger King, is looking for a person with skills in HVAC and Refrigeration, Light Electrical and Plumbing.

•Competitive Wage based on skills and experience, annual reviews.

•Health and Life Insurance •401 (k) Profit Sharing Plan •Paid Vacations •Maintenance Vehicle & Tools furnished FOR INTERVIEW CALL DAVID STEVENS (706)563-3066 (EOE—DRUG FREE WORKPLACE) PAINT CREWS Nationally branded painting company for subcontractor work in the Birmingham area. Must have own insurance, equipment & vehicle.

CertaPro Painters 205-277-9999 CHANGING SPACES RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL MOVING, INC. NOW HIRING! EXPERIENCED HOUSEHOLD GOODS MOVING DRIVERS Health, Dental & Retirement Benefits. Full Time, Part Time, or Seasonal. Drug Testing and Background Checks Required.

(205)972-0744 Coal Yard Bar & Grill Now Hiring Experienced servers & bartenders Apply in person: Tuesday-Saturday, 2pm-4pm at The Coal Yard 4085 Helena Rd. *No Phone Calls Please* Ready to Work for the #1 Brand in the World? Now Hiring Class A-CDL Drivers for Coca-Cola Bottling United. Go to www.cocacolaunited.com to apply!

Medical Receptionist Needed For a 4 Dr. Clinic. EHR experience required, Greenway Preferred.

Hours: Mon-Thur, 7:30am-5pm, Fri, 7:30am-12pm.

Send resume to Columbiana Clinic Fax 205-670-5495 or email to dctrrhon@gmail.com COLUMBIANA HEALTH & REHAB LPN Charge Nurse PRN - 12 hour shifts Excellent Salary.

Interested applicants should send resume to: shannon.bell@northporthealth.com

Coosa Valley Medical Center OR Nurse Manager RNs (Surgical Services): day-shift RNs (Med/Surg): all-shifts RNs (Post Acute Services): all-shifts Email resume to: Janean.Crawford@cvhealth.net or to apply, go to www.cvhealth.net DCH Health System Caring. For Life. $5,000 *Sign-on Bonus for full time RNs *For More Information Contact Annie.Miller@dchsystem.com Apply online at: www.dchsystem.com Needed Immediately: Dental Hygienist for Montevallo Practice (perm or temp) Competitive pay and bonus plan.

Contact 205-478-9668 if interested.

Plumbing Service & Repair Technician Requirements: Journeyman’s plumbing card, Experience in Residential/Commercial service/ repair/drain cleaning/sewer work, Clean-cut/self-motivated, Good communication skills, Clean MVR/ background/drug test Email resume: exie@eagleservicecompany.com IMMEDIATELY HIRING FOR: Warehouse, Production & Automotive Assembly in Calera and Clanton.

Temp-to-Hire positions, great pay rates!

Clanton (205)588-6716 Birmingham (205)822-8234 Apply online: www.elwoodjobs.com $3000 SIGN ON BONUS NEW PAY SCALE TO QUALIFYING DRIVERS EVERGREEN TRANSPORT, is accepting applications for local drivers in the Calera and Leeds, AL, area. Must have class A CDL, good driving record, 1 yr verifiable tractor trailer experience. Good pay and benefits. Apply in person at 8278 Hwy 25 South, Calera, AL, or call for info 205-668-3316.

THE FISH MARKET RESTAURANT CASHIERS & SERVERS NEEDED. NOW HIRING HAPPY People with GREAT Attitudes! Must be Flexible/Hours Vary Apply in Person ONLY Hwy 280 & Hwy 31 Locations

INDUSTRIAL LUBRICATION / SERVICE INSTALLATION TECHNICIAN for Alabama, Mississippi, Western Tennessee and Panhandle of Florida.

Preferably located in the Greater Birmingham Area. Experience Required.

Please send resume to: mlacroix@flowdynamics.net PLANT MAINTENANCE POSITION Desired Skills: •Minimum 10-years experience in plant industrial maintenance environment (mechanical/ hydraulics/electrical/fabrication/ pneumatic) •Strong electrical trouble shooting skills in high-voltage as well as low-voltage •Ability to work on PLC is required Apply At: Foley Products, Clanton or online: www.foleyproducts.com Foley Products Company is an EOE. Franklin Iron Works Now Hiring Grinders & Laborers Must apply in person at 146 Tommie Dr, Thorsby Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm NOW HIRING! Full-Time Assistants Full & Part-Time Teacher Positions Grace Community School and Daycare For more information, visit our website at www.thewhaleschool.com or call us at (205) 769-6209 Hiring Stylists in Chelsea & Pell City Average Pay $12 & Up 205-966-7254 H&H Waterproofing Now Hiring Laborers or experienced waterproofers.

205-670-0090 Hardee’s Now Hiring •Crew Members/Hoover •Management/Calera Email resume to: hardees2007@bellsouth.net LPN’s, RN’s, CNA’s Full-time & part-time • 2nd & 3rd Shift Apply in person: Hatley Health Care 300 Medical Ctr Dr Clanton, AL 35045 J & M Tank Lines is now hiring qualified Class A CDL Drivers for our Calera, AL terminal!

If you are hired in the next 30 days then you will be eligible for the

**$2,000 Sign-On Bonus** Benefits : •Paid Weekly by direct deposit •Paid Vacation & Holidays •401K with company % match •Medical, Vision & Dental through BCBS starting as low as $10/week •Company Paid $50,000 Life Insurance Policy •Safety, Referral and Christmas Bonuses Requirements: •You must be at least 25 years old •Have no more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years •18 months of Tractor Trailer experience •Tanker Endorsement preferred but NOT required as you will be trained If you meet the above requirements and are interested in a position with us at J & M Tank Lines then you may contact Sarah Murphy @ (205)769-3544 or go to www.jmtank.com to fill out our online application! We only have a couple of positions available so please don’t pass up this great opportunity!

Tree Climber / Bucket Operator Top pay guaranteed.

5 yrs exp. CDL required.

Drug Test Required.

205-836-2038 or 205-229-7144 Kelly Educational Staffing® We’re hiring!

• Substitute teachers • Aides • Cafeteria • Clerical • Custodial positions for Shelby County School District and Alabaster City Schools.

Please call 205-682-7062 We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer Owner Operators Wanting Dedicated Year Round Anniston, AL www.pull4klb.com Are you a motivated professional? Are you looking for a dynamic career? Are you ready to control your own level of success? See why McKinnons’ is an exciting place to work and grow. Now accepting applications for Sales, Service, and Detail Shop.

Apply with the receptionist.

205-755-3430 Shake up your career!!! Are you looking for something new and FUN? Milo’s is always looking for great managers to come join our growing and dynamic team. Apply online at miloshamburgers.com

Ignite Your Career with Mspark!

For current openings, visit: www.mspark.com/our-company/ careers/ or send resume: wscott@mspark.com.

Mspark offers competitive compensation, benefits and a team-oriented work environment.

EOE. Class-A CDL DriverDry Bulk/PneumaticBirmingham,AL Must be 25+, have clean driving record, two-years tractor/trailer experience.

Will train drivers on tank. Good benefits-almost all drivers home everynight.

Contact Keith 205-438-4959 Noland Health Services Now Hiring RN’s Day & Night Shift Available Noland Hospital Shelby Located in Shelby Baptist Medical Center Alabaster To Apply Visit: www.nolandhealth.com Production / Manufacturing Vance, Alabama Starting pay: $12.00 – $14.50 /hr.

• Have 2 years+ Production/ Manufacturing experience.

• Have Recently Lived in Alabama at least 2 years.

• Have A High School Diploma or GED. • Are at least 18 years old.

Complete your application on line at www.naonsite.com Warehouse Position in Calera Starting pay $10/hr. Flexible shifts.

Requirements: • Recently Lived in Alabama at least 1 year.

• High School Diploma or GED. • At least 18 years old.

Complete your application on line at www.naonsite.com Odyssey Early Schools.

Birmingham’s Best Daycare/ Preschool is Seeking Experienced Teachers. 4 Year Degree Preferred. Full-Time. BEST Pay. FULL Benefits (Insurance, Leave, Holidays). Call Annie Fine 991-0039.

Manufacturing/Assembly positions available in Calera & McCalla areas. Full time hours, all shifts available. Call today 205-267-3910 Class A CDL Drivers Needed Immediately for Dump Trailer Hauling

• $2000 Retention Bonus • Local Hauling • Home Nights APPLY ONLINE: www.perdidotrucking.com Perdido Trucking Service, LLC 251-470-0355 Burger King Hiring General, Assistant & Shift Managers Top Pay/Monthly Bonus/Vacation/ Medical Benefits. 3yrs fast food experience required. Fax resume: 334-649-1112 Or apply at: www.work4bk.com Pyles Transport Inc. NOW HIRING Regional Class-A Driver positions for our Finley-Blvd location.

•Competitive weekly pay(directdeposit) •Full-benefits including 401K •Health/Life insurance •Safety Bonuses •Minimum weekly pay: $700(guaranteed) Call 270-250-3595 for more info or visit pylestransport.com to apply.

Regional Drivers are home every weekend and often mid-week for rest period.

HIRING Afternoon Teachers for Christian Early Learning Center, 6wks to 4k in Helena. Also, hiring Subs. Call 426-1910 or email resume to bill@rbchelena.org Willing to Learn?

We are willing to teach!

NOW HIRING All Positions Pelham & Chelsea Great Opportunity Rewarding Career 401K/Health Ins/Group Benefits Contact: 205-620-4455 cwomack@smithcos.com Order Selectors Food Dist. Center in Pelham Al. Day Shift: Mon-Fri. 40+ hours/ week. 10:00AM until finished (varies).

Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, vacation & 401k.

Requirements: Reading & math skills, Lift 40 lbs. repetitively, Work in -10 Temperature Apply 8:30AM-5:00PM Southeastern Food, 201 Parker Drive, Pelham, Alabama 35124 205-685-4533 MECHANICS NEEDED: Afternoon Shift SOUTHERN HAULERS 2157 Hwy 16 Calera, Alabama 35040

Call Vince: (251)230-1692 Fax resume to: (330)726-7887 Email to: kzook@rjtrucking.com Southern Haulers, LLC Immediate openings for: Local Tractor-Trailer Dump Drivers & Local Pneumatic Tanker Drivers.

Excellent wage/Benefit package. 1 yr tractor-trailer driving experience.

Good MVR and CSA points. If interested, call 1-800-537-4621 ask for George or Adam.

Or www.southernhaulersllc. com EOE St. Vincent’s Chilton is looking for Experienced Medical Lab Techs, Emergency Department Techs (night shift), Monitor Techs, ED charge nurse (day and night shift), and Med Surg/ ICU charge RN (night shift). If you are interested, please email chiltoncountyrecruitment@stvhs. com and apply online at www.stvhs.com/careers Immediate Positions!!!!

Positions needed: Warehouse • Sales Reps • Assistant Manager • Delivery Drivers • Customer Service. Laid back atmosphere, good pay, plenty of hours available!

Company vehicles to qualified individuals! Call Andrew 9am-7pm • Monday-Saturday at (205)490-1003 or (205)243-6337 Stevens Home Health Care Currently Hiring: Personal Care Workers Must have experience & clean background. For more info call: 334-215-0084 or 205-942-5996 (EOE) SUBWAY South Shelby County Stores Now Hiring • All Positions Looking for Sandwich Artists.

Print out the application from the link below and bring by your nearest Subway Location. http://wpc.4728.edgecastcdn. net/004728/applications/subwayjob-application.pdf Looking for Managers with these same traits. Please send resumes to: scottreneau@gmail.com Rogers Cartage Company Recruiting for Dry-Bulk Lime & Cement Drivers for Alabaster, AL terminal •Local/Regional Business •Increased pay package •Possibly 1-2 nights out/week due length of hauls

•6-Months Class-A Tractor/Trailer experience •Dry-bulk Lime/Cement experience helpful-not required Salary/benefits include: •Medical benefit plans from $38$104/wk •Paid orientation approximately $720/wk Call Brian at 800-507-8848 www.tankstar.com TaylorMade Transportation Hiring CDL Drivers for Flatbed Regional Division! BCBS Insurance After 30 Days. To apply call: (334)366-2269 or email: s.smith@taylormadeinc.com TEMP FORCE HIRING NOW: Assembly and Inspection! Childersburg & Vincent. Full Time. 1st and 2nd Shifts. Entry Level OK! Apply at TempForce: (256)245-8367 www.tempforcejobs.com The Painting Company of Birmingham Immediate openings for professional residential and commercial painters. Must be able to speak English. Call 205-995-5559 Shoal Creek Barn Hand Flexible part or full time hours w/ benefits Call Carrie: 991-4654 or 427-5591.

Landscape Assisstant 6:00a.m. - 3:00p.m.

Full Time • Monday-Friday Paid health benefits.

Looking for a quick learner, with great work ethic!

Call Carrie 205-991-4564 or 205-427-5501 ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS CDL-B DRIVERS WITH TWO YEARS EXPERIENCE. WASTE REMOVAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED, 25+, CLEAN RECORD, HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF SHELBY AND JEFFERSON COUNTIES. CALL: 205-419-4005 University Baptist Pre-K Montevallo Seeking teacher with degree in early childhood education.

Aide for Pre-k.

Please send resume to UBC-Pre K. P.O. Box 3, Montevallo, AL 35115 (205)665-1825 OTR DRIVERS WANTED 24 years or older. Hazmat preferred but not required. Full benefit package available.

Pneumatic tank equipment. Dry bulk hauling. $500 SIGN-ON BONUS HOME EVERY OTHER WEEKEND Apply Online: vernonmilling.com 800-753-1993 Fundraisers/Greeters Needed for Charity Greeting customers OUTSIDE of Grocery, Department Stores and Special Events. Travel involved...Must have car, driver’s license and be willing to travel! Comp/ Exp paid...P/T WORK. Seniors welcomed!

866.212.5592 or Email resume to: jely@veteransoutreach.com NOW HIRING CDL-A DRIVERS w/Haz. $5000 Sign-On Bonus.

Apply online: www.westernintl. com or Corporate Office: 979-413-2140 $5000 SIGN-ON BONUS! HIRING CDL TEAM A DRIVER Apply online: www.westernintl. com Or Contact Corporate: Western International Gas & Cylinders 979-413-2140 or 979-413-2192 (EOE) LOADER/PICKER Immediate Opening- F/T or P/T Class-A CDL required to shuttle trailers from truck-yard to loading/unloading pad.

Responsibilities: Accurate/timely picking/loading customer orders, continuous lifting 50+pounds throughout day, overtime availability as-needed.

Excellent benefits. Competitive wages.

Apply In Person: Woodgrain Distribution 80 South Shelby Street, Montevallo (205)665-2546 Ext.207 ksenecal@woodgrain.com (EOE) LEVYS FINE JEWELRY Others buy Gold, We buy Jewelry!

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Mt. Laurel Book Club

Sept. 1

South Shelby Chamber luncheon: The South Shelby Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly membership luncheon Sept. 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Columbiana First Baptist Church, 208 North Main Street. No RSVP required.

The cost is $12 per person. The sponsor is the University of Montevallo, and the speaker is Dr. John Stewart, University of Montevallo president.

Mt Laurel Book Club: The Mt Laurel Book Club will meet Sept. 1 from 7-8:30 p.m. to discuss “The Painted Girls” by Cathy Marie Buchanan at the Mt Laurel Library.

Sept. 3

Calera and Shelby train ride: Take a trip back in time on vintage railroad coaches restored to their former glory at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera on Saturday, Sept. 3. The Calera and Shelby Railroad runs on a portion of the former L&N Alabama Mineral Railroad, established in 1891. The train ride lasts about an hour. Departure times are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Sept. 7

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held Sept. 7 from 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Sept. 8

Taste of Shelby County: Taste of Shelby County benefiting the Shelby County Schools Education Foundation will be held Thursday, Sept. 8 from 5:30-8 p.m. at Jefferson State Community College – Valleydale campus. Contact Kendall Williams at (205) 682-5255 or k3williams@ shelbyed.org. The purpose of the foundation is to “support, enhance and supplement the programs, initiatives and priorities of the Shelby County School District. Visit Shelbyedfoundation.org.

Calera and Shelby train ride

purchase. The Fall Sale Dates are: Friday, Sept. 9 from 8 a.m.6 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 10 8 a.m.-1 p.m. with half off select items. Asbury United Methodist Church is located at 6690 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram: AsburyGigglesAndGrace.

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Sept. 13

Harvest of Hope Luncheon: The 10th Annual Harvest of Hope Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at The Club in Birmingham. A silent auction will begin at 10 a.m., so come early to browse the exceptional items. Phyllis Hoffman DePiano, president of Hoffman Media, is the keynote speaker. Fox 6 News broadcaster Janet Hall will be the Master of Ceremonies. The Wilson Hill Band will provide musical entertainment. For more information, contact Dianne Cesario at 685-5757 or Oakmtnmissions@yahoo.com.

Calera and Shelby train ride: Take a trip back in time on vintage railroad coaches restored to their former glory at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera on Saturday, Sept. 10. The Calera and Shelby Railroad runs on a portion of the former L&N Alabama Sept. 9 Mineral Railroad, established Central Alabama Peer in 1891. The train ride lasts Sept. 15 Helper Conference: The about an hour. Departure times NSL Book Club: The North Shelby Library Book Club will Fifth Annual Central Alabama are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. meet Sept. 15 from 10:30 a.m. to Peer Helper Conference will noon in the library conference be held Sept. 9 from 9 a.m. to Sept. 12 3:30 p.m. (registration begins GSCCC Career Awareness room to discuss the current at 8 a.m.) at the Shelby County Fair: The Greater Shelby book of the month the group Instructional Services Center in County Chamber of Commerce is reading, and to talk about Alabaster. The cost is $30 and will host its Second Annual books. includes lunch and copies of all Career Awareness Fair for all Shelby County 10th graders Sept. 16 presentations/handouts. from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. The Zac Brown Band at Oak Giggles and Grace: The 12 and Sept. 13 at the Shelby Mountain: The Zac Brown Band Giggles and Grace consignment County Exhibition Center. The will perform Sept. 16 at the Oak sale will be held Sept. 9-10 program is an opportunity Mountain Amphitheater, 1000 at Asbury United Methodist for business professionals to Amphitheater Drive, Pelham.

Church, Birmingham. share a half or full day with Buy tickets at Livenation.com.

Children’s clothes, youth students on education, training clothes, toys, books, shoes, requirements, salary range, Sept. 17 baby furniture, and many workplace expectations and Calera and Shelby train more items are available for more to be employed in various ride: Take a trip back in time

on vintage railroad coaches restored to their former glory at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera on Saturday, Sept. 17. The Calera and Shelby Railroad runs on a portion of the former L&N Alabama Mineral Railroad, established in 1891. The train ride lasts about an hour. Departure times are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Sept. 19

Morgan Creek Vineyards’ Grape Stomp: Morgan Creek Vineyards will host its annual Grape Stomp on Sept. 19 at 181 Morgan Creek Lane, Harpersville. Bring the family, shed your shoes and help stomp grapes. Enjoy wine tastings, live music and barbecue. The highlight of the day is the LucyLook-a-Like Contest. Ladies of any age are encouraged to dress up as Lucille Ball from “I Love Lucy” and enter the contest for cash prizes. Visit Morgancreekwinery.com for more information.

SCT 2016 Fall Youth Workshop: Registration is now open at Southcitytheatre. com for the 2016 Fall Youth Workshop (ages 9-18), which runs from Sept. 19 through Nov. 6 and meets Mondays from 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon at the theatre’s new studio space, Suite N at Alpine Square. All students will be cast in the musical

production of “A Christmas Peter Pan. Performances are scheduled for Nov. 5-6 at South City Theatre.

Sept. 20

Heart with Joan Jett & The Blackhearts: Heart with Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and Cheap Trick will perform Sept. 20 at the Oak Mountain Amphitheater, 1000 Amphitheater Drive, Pelham.

Buy tickets at Livenation.com.

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Sept. 24

Calera and Shelby train ride: Take a trip back in time on vintage railroad coaches restored to their former glory at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera on Saturday, Sept. 24. The Calera and Shelby Railroad runs on a portion of the former L&N Alabama Mineral Railroad, established in 1891. The train ride lasts about an hour. Departure times are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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Sept. 30

GSCCC Golf FORE! Education: The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce’s 27th Annual Golf FORE! Education Classic, sponsored by HealthSouth Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, will be held Sept. 30 at Timberline Country Club.

Registration begins at 8:15 a.m., and the scramble tees off with a shotgun start at 9 a.m.

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WHY I LOVE SHELBY COUNTY

Susanna Bagwell: ‘It is an amazing place to grow up because of the excellent school systems’ Story by EMILY SPARACINO Photograph CONTRIBUTED

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ince being crowned 2016 Miss Auburn University, Hoover native and Spain Park High School graduate Susanna Bagwell has balanced public appearances and advancing her platform, Confidence and Character for Life through Education, with academics, extracurricular activities and volunteerism.

Bagwell, 21, is a senior at Auburn University studying secondary mathematics education. She is serving her fourth year on the Auburn University Tiger Paws dance team.

Bagwell is vice president of Mortar Board Honor Society, member of Cardinal Key Honor Society and College of Education Student competition in June where I placed in the Ambassadors.

Top Twelve and received over $3,000 in She is the middle child of three girls, or as scholarship. she likes to say, “the cream of the Oreo.”

What do you love about Shelby County?

I love the stability and hospitality that Shelby County offers. It is an amazing place to grow up because of the excellent school systems and the welcoming community atmosphere.

As 2016 Miss Auburn University, what experiences have you had since being crowned in October?

Being Miss Auburn University has been an absolute dream and I have loved every second of my reign. I have been able to make several community appearances throughout the city of Auburn. It is an honor and privilege to give back to a community that has given so much to me. One of my proudest accomplishments was completing a school supply drive for a local elementary school. I recently represented Auburn University at the Miss Alabama 82 | ShelbyLiving.com

Have any Miss Auburn University appearances brought you back to Shelby County?

One of my favorite appearances this year was going back to Riverchase Elementary School on my 10-year anniversary from graduating from there to talk to students about the importance of education. It was so fun to return to Shelby County and be able to share my experiences with students.

Could you tell me about your platform?

My platform is Confidence and Character for Life through Education, which focuses on the inequalities in our education system helping to give all students an equal opportunity to a great education. I truly believe that education is the most powerful tool a student can gain to have a positive future. I have done several things this past year to make this platform known on Auburn’s campus and in the community. I

am a weekly volunteer at the Auburn Boys and Girls Club in the Linking Learning Tutoring program where I help 3-4 5th grade students on their math, reading, and other schoolwork. I have volunteered over 70 wonderful hours at the Boys and Girls Club and I will continue to pour into this place long after my reign of Miss Auburn University is over. My favorite event I did for my platform was a campus wide school supply drive for a local elementary school.

We raised over 900 items for “Susanna’s Supply Closet” so that students will never feel inadequate or less confident than their peers when they don’t have a school supply item. My goal of my platform is to help give students confidence in the classroom so that they can be the best student they can be.

What are your plans after graduation?

It has always been a dream of mine to return to my alma mater, Spain Park High School, and teach math. I want to obtain my master’s degree in mathematics education and later go on to receive my doctorate degree in administration to be a school principal.

What is some of the best advice you’ve received?

Love Auburn and it will always love you back. I ran into a former Auburn head football coach at a local restaurant in Auburn and he said those wise words.

Not only can I apply this to my Auburn experience, but also life outside of Auburn.

If I can love the things I am a part of and the people I’m around, I will always receive love in return.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go, and why?

Disney World. It truly is the happiest place on Earth.

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