Calera approves part-time firefighters, reallocates bond money

The Calera City Council approved Fire Chief Sean Kendrick’s request to hire part-time firefighters during its April 15 meeting. Kendrick said the fire department is comprised of 30 percent part-time personnel.

Calera wreck sends 12 to hospital

Twelve people were transported to the hospital after a March 9 one-vehicle wreck on Interstate 65 in Calera, according to Calera Fire Chief Sean Kendrick.

Calera FD fires up training

A Calera firefighter hauled a tire from the passenger seat of a burning car and simulated administering CPR during a live fire training March 7.

Calera FD trains in vehicle extrication

Wrecked cars were strewn across Billy’s Toyota and Lexus in Calera as Calera firefighters in full gear practiced vehicle extractions from Aug. 7-9.

Calera’s playoff run ends in loss to Carbon Hill

The Calera Eagles rallied in the third to cut into the Carbon Hill Bulldogs halftime lead, but was unable to regain the lead as they fell 72-60 in the Class 4A sub-regionals Feb. 15 at home.

Calera gears up for Handley

The Calera Eagles are looking to get back on winning track when they host Handley in the first round of the Class 4A playoffs on Nov. 9.

Calera falls in season finale

The Chilton County Tigers rallied back to score 29 unanswered points to defeat the Calera Eagles 29-23 on the road on Nov. 2.

Clark, Haynes named to national watch list

Recruiting in college football is the difference between a perennial powerhouse and mid-level programs. With that said, it’s never too early to look forward to the next best players to hit the field.

Calera’s season ends at super regionals

The Calera Lady Eagles volleyball team had their season come to an end with a 19-25, 12-25, 25-19, 15-25 loss to Alabama Christian in the second round of the Class 4A Super Regional Tournament in Montgomery on Oct. 27.

Calera tops rival Jemison, 35-14

The Calera Eagles sealed up a home game in the Class 4A playoffs with a 35-14 win over rival Jemison on Oct. 26.

Quarterbacks are familiar competitors

Friday’s Calera-Jemison football game will no doubt be important to all involved.

Calera tops Oak Grove, 35-14

The Calera Eagles overcame a slow start to cruise to a 35-14 road win over Oak Grove on Oct. 19 in Class 4A, Region 4 action.

Calera wins Moody tourney

The Calera Eagles volleyball team finished first out of 12 teams at the Moody Tournament Oct. 13. Calera won its last four matches after losing in pool play to Center Point High School.

Calera wins homecoming, 24-16

Calera (6-1) slipped by Bibb County (2-4) 24-16 on Oct. 12 behind a stout Eagles defense that pitched a shutout in the second half and a big night from junior Ronnie Clark.

Calera sweeps past Isabella

The Calera vollebyall team fought off a close third set to earn a 25-18, 25-15, 25-21 sweep of Isabella at home on Oct. 9.

Calera picks up third shutout of the season

The Calera Eagles shutout their third opponent of the season in a 60-0 handling of Carbon Hill on Oct. 5.

Defense stands tall as Eagles blank Wildcats

The Calera Eagles’ defense picked up their second shutout of the season while holding the Shelby County Wildcats to just 212 yards to cruise to a 49-0 victory in a painted pink Ricky M. Cairns Memorial Stadium on Sept. 27.

Calera beats Shelby County, falls to BHS

Calera High School defeated Shelby County High School 2-0 (25-16, 25-16), but both schools were swept by Brookwood High School on Sept. 27 at Shelby County.

Calera downs Jemison in straight sets

The Calera Eagles volleyball team swept past Jemison (25-17, 25-20, 25-16) to earn the right to host the Class 4A, Area 7 tournament.

Calera defeats Corner, 33-22

Calera High School went on the road and defeated Corner High School 33-22. on Sept 21.

Calera defeats Montevallo in Jemison finals

The Calera High School volleyball team went unbeaten to claim the Jemison tournament championship on Saturday, Sept. 15.

Calera wins easily 55-0

Calera High School dominated West Blocton High School 55-0 on Friday Sept. 14 at Calera High School.

Calera sweeps Bibb County in three sets

The Calera Eagles volleyball team swept Bibb County 25-14, 25-15, 25-5 on the road on Sept. 10.

Calera falls in region opener

Calera would take an early 7-6 lead over Dora, but Dora would run off 21 straight points on their way to a 39-21 region victory over the visiting Eagles.

Eagles soar past Holt in opener

Calera High School opened the 2012 season with a dominating 33-6 home win over the Holt Ironmen on Friday, Aug. 31.

A salute to Old Glory and the heroes who defend her

A flag flying outside a county courthouse inspired Johnny Cash to write the song “Ragged Old Flag.” I thought of the song when Calera High School custodian Robert Moore told me the school’s flag was damaged in a storm that passed through in April.

Calera High engineering program creates tandem bikes for special needs students

The smile on P.J. Manzy’s, face was as big as all outdoors as he wheeled into the parking lot at Calera High School on Thursday morning. It was a moment he had looked forward to for a long time.

Calera family responds to nationwide honey bee shortage

There’s never a moment of rest for bees, and that’s a good thing.

“We need honey bees,” Kelley Frederick says, “Or we wouldn’t be standing here having a conversation.”

Shelby County showing support for Calera interstate bridge project

Shelby County government leaders are backing Calera's plans to seek state funding to improve the congested Highway 31 crossing over Interstate 65.

CMS honor students visit senior center

The National Junior Honor Society is more than just an honor roll. Members of the club must demonstrate excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, character and citizenship.

Calera takes measures to improve transportation and buildings

In its May 6 meeting, the Calera City Council and Mayor Jon Graham addressed issues concerning the I-65 exit 231 interstate bridge and CSX railroad crossings.

Birds of a feather do flock together

There’s no question in my mind that spring has arrived. Daytime temperatures are reaching the 80s, wasps are swarming, weeds have covered my barren lawn and my gray SUV has been yellow for a month.

Public Involvement Meeting - Bridge Improvments at US-31 Exit 231

Calera First United Methodist Church
6107 Highway 31
Calera, Alabama 35040

Thursday, June 6, 2013
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

During this meeting, the public may review project information and maps, ask questions and... Read on...

Calera Elks welcome Sixth Annual Brotherhood Ride

Who doesn't love a parade? Calera has at least two each year. Parade watchers throng storefront sidewalks on main street to see beauty queens, catch candy thrown from floats and wave to Santa.

I-65 ramp closure begins Monday, April 22, in Calera as part of $4.2 million widening project

The Alabama Department of Transportation will shut down a heavily used entrance ramp to Interstate 65 in Shelby County for several weeks to address a problematic merging area.

Strawberry Festival set for April 27 in Calera

The third annual Strawberry Festival is coming up this weekend in Calera!
The Strawberry Festival will be held at the Calera Farmers Market on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Oliver Park.

Calera's Angela Nance avoids 'getting hung,' sets women's state bowling series record

Angela Nance was thinking about not getting hung as she bowled Sunday night with the Sanders Jewelry Mega league.

Calera approves part-time firefighters, reallocates bond money

The Calera City Council approved Fire Chief Sean Kendrick’s request to hire part-time firefighters during its April 15 meeting. Kendrick said the fire department is comprised of 30 percent part-time personnel.

Thomas the Train pulls into Calera

Thomas the Train came to town over the weekend and thousands of kids showed up to greet him.

Calera Elementary holds multicultural fair

Calera Elementary students proudly waved international flags in the opening ceremony of the school’s first multicultural fair held April 5.

Calera city leaders expedite I-65 bridge improvement

As promised on April 1 when the Calera City Council unanimously approved a 1 percent sales tax increase, city leaders are aggressively working to advance the construction schedule of widening the bridge at I-65 exit 231.

Calera leaders set to meet with Bentley to talk clogged interstate crossing

On April 9th Senator Cam Ward, Councilmember David Bradshaw, Fire Chief Sean Kendrick, City Engineer Chris Pappas and I met with Governor Robert Bentley and Highway Director John Cooper to discuss the widening of the bridge... Read on...

Shelby County preparing to start road resurfacing, repair project

Shelby County government is preparing to conduct its annual road resurfacing and repair project that will cover 49 various routes and sites throughout its jurisdiction.

Prom 2013: Calera High School students dance up a 'night to remember'

Calera High School students danced well into the night of their senior prom on Saturday, April 6 at the American Village Ballroom.

Calera leaders set to meet with Bentley to talk clogged interstate crossing

Calera Mayor Jon Graham and other city officials are planning on meeting with Gov. Robert Bentley on Tuesday to get state support behind plans to improve the Interstate 65 overpass at Exit 231 near Walmart.

National Weather Service Doppler radar upgraded

Does uncontrollable excitement come over you when erratic changes in weather behavior appear on the forecast? You've watched Twister for oh… say a gazillion times. Or, maybe, you have lilapsophobia, fear of tornadoes and hurricanes.

Calera merchants will collect sales tax increase beginning June 1

New Sales Tax Information

Calera's Virgil Trucks was a great father and a great baseball player, says his namesake son

Monday was a busy day for Virgil Trucks Jr. as he received condolences from friends and fans of his father, the Leeds native and former major league baseball pitcher for whom he was named.

Few turn out for special Calera meeting on proposed city sales tax

A special Calera City Council meeting on March 25 to discuss a proposed one-cent sales tax increase met with low citizen turnout.

Bachus surprises Calera High marching band

Calera High School band members received a surprise visit from U.S. Rep. Spencer Bachus, R-Alabama, when they returned to school from spring break on March 25.

Residents question Calera Council’s proposed sales tax increase

Calera residents questioned the Calera City Council during a public hearing regarding a proposed one-cent sales tax increase.

Young writers get visit from author

Calera High students in The Write Club and Dr. Mary Rees’ English Class explored their writing careers with novelist, screenwriter and playright Robert Inman. Inman, a native of Elba, began his writing career in seventh grade with his hometown paper.

Free GED classes offered in Calera

‘Tis the season for college applications and scholarship searches. High school seniors have spent much of the past two years taking the ACT test, touring college campuses and applying for scholarships in preparation of graduation and continuing...

Calera wreck sends 12 to hospital

Twelve people were transported to the hospital after a March 9 one-vehicle wreck on Interstate 65 in Calera, according to Calera Fire Chief Sean Kendrick.

Calera FD fires up training

A Calera firefighter hauled a tire from the passenger seat of a burning car and simulated administering CPR during a live fire training March 7.

Field of Angels – Creating an even playing field

A cheer from the crowd rose to a peak as Rick Karle, sports director at Fox 6 News, used his best announcer voice to holler each child’s name into the microphone in late August.

Profile: Heroes of the deep

Real-life superheroes don’t wear capes, and heaven forbid the mention of Spandex. They quietly protect citizens from behind a police badge or under a fire helmet and humbly shake their heads when the word “hero” is mentioned.

Council talks one-cent sales tax increase

The Calera City Council discussed a proposed one-cent sales tax increase during the March 4 meeting.

Mayor, Council train in police shooting simulation

The Calera mayor and City Council brandished air-powered pistols and barked police commands as part of a shooting simulation at the Calera Police Department Feb. 26.

Fairy tales come to life in Calera

Little princesses watched in speechless awe as their favorite fairy tale princesses came to life during the annual Roy Downs Memorial Calera Library Fairy Tale Ball March 2.

Calera High School choir headed to New York City

Once again, Calera High School will represent the City of Calera on a national level. The award-winning Calera High School Choir will travel to New York to participate in the 2013 Carnegie Hall Honor Choir April 5-8.

Shelby discusses national debt, gun control

To pay off the national debt, each American citizen – every man, woman and child – would need to pay the government $53,000, Sen. Richard Shelby said during a speech at Calera City Hall on Thursday morning.

Shelby to visit Calera Feb. 21

U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., will join residents for a “meet and greet” coffee event Feb. 21 at 10 a.m.

Calera to join Shelby One initiative

The Calera City Council voted to make budget adjustments to allow the city to join the Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce’s Shelby One initiative.

ALDOT: Construction prompts lane closures along Alabama 70

Construction, drilling and filling operations will close a lane along Alabama 70 during the next few days, according to the Alabama Department of Transportation.

Calera wins area title in overtime

The Calera Eagles overcame a fourth-quarter rally by Bibb County to win the Class 4A, Area 7 championship game in overtime Feb. 11.

Looking ahead to the Class of 2014, Ronnie Clark, Calera

Ronnie Clark is a sharp kid. When engaged in conversation, he'll already sound like a college student. His thoughts are expressed efficiently.

Calera raises $25k for breast cancer research

Calera city officials presented $25,655 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama from the second annual “Calera Goes Pink” breast cancer research efforts during September and October.

New Calera police cars hit the streets

After getting behind the wheel of a Ford police interceptor, Calera Police Chief Sean Lemley knew his search for the best patrol cars had ended.

Calera Eagle band changes plans due to weather

The Calera Eagle Marching Band send-off celebration has undergone a change of plans due to inclement, snowy weather today.

Informal meeting offers new ideas on school safety

Educators, law enforcement officers, parents and elected officials came together to discuss school safety ideas during an informal meeting Jan. 14 at the Indian Springs Town Hall.

Pizza Hut helping get Calera band to inauguration

Pizza Hut is helping the Calera High School Eagle Band, selected as the only Alabama band to march in the 57th Presidential Inaugural Parade, make it to Washington D.C.

Paging Dr. Bentley

Hospital emergency rooms have a good system.

It’s common sense that if people arrive with emergencies, they should be treated ahead of less threatening medical conditions.

Shelby Humane Society builds pen for dogs in need

Calera dogs Red and Tunchie were given an early New Year’s present through an anonymous donation from the Shelby Humane Society Dec. 31.

Calera band invited march in Presidential Inaugural Parade

The Calera High School Eagle Band was invited to march in the 57th Presidential Inaugural Parade in Washington, D.C., and needs the community’s help to make the trip happen.

Ezell’s Catfish to open in former Calera Golden Rule location

The former Golden Rule BBQ restaurant will soon be serving up catfish as the location is transformed into Ezell’s Catfish.

Death penalty sought for Calera man charged with murder of 3-month-old

Tremaine Gates, a Calera resident charged with murder of a 3-month-old boy, was denied bond during a motion hearing Dec. 17.

Calera Chamber holds second annual awards luncheon

The Calera Chamber of Commerce doled out myriad awards during the Dec. 11 luncheon at Timberline Golf Club.

Shelby Crossings Christmas Celebration set for Dec. 9

The Church at Shelby Crossings will celebrate the birth of Christ with its fourth annual Christmas Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m.

CHS secures $35,000 for pre-engineering program

More than 200 Alabama businesses, industry and local government partners are rallying their support of Calera High School, and its innovative approach to manufacturing education.

Calera Middle opens its doors

Calera’s newest school was teeming with excitement and some mayhem as students and faculty alike attempted to find footing during the first day at Calera Middle School Nov. 26.

Man injured at Calera cement plant

A contract employee was injured during an Argos Cement Plant accident in Calera Nov. 15.

Calera Eagle Band presents "Songs of the Season"

Join the Calera High School Symphonic Band and the Calera Middle School Concert Bands for their annual Christmas concert featuring a heart-warming program of holiday classics. For the first time ever, the Auxiliary Line will... Read on...

Calera Eagle Band Breakfast With Santa

Come join the Calera Eagle Band for Breakfast with Santa! We will be serving pancakes, sausage, milk or juice, and coffee. Bring your camera to take pictures with good old St. Nick! Bring the entire family to enjoy breakfast... Read on...

Calera artist to paint downtown mural

A local artists plans to beautify a blank wall in downtown Calera, and is asking for the help of local businesses.

Handley advances past Eagles

A Trae Kyles touchdown with 15 seconds to go secured Handley a second round date in the AHSAA Class 4A playoffs to propel the Tigers past Calera, 41-34.

Calera gears up for Handley

The Calera Eagles are looking to get back on winning track when they host Handley in the first round of the Class 4A playoffs on Nov. 9.

Calera 2012 Christmas Parade

Sponsored by the City of Calera & the Chamber of Commerce

Saturday December 8, 2012, at 2:00 PM

Line up will begin at 12:00 PM, Noon,at the Calera Location of the Alabama National Guard Armory

The City of Calera... Read on...

Prize winners from the "Calera Goes Pink 2" local merchant giveaways

Congratulations to all the winners of the Calera Goes Pink 2, local merchant giveaway. Below is a list of all the winners.

Calera Goes Pink 2 winners list

Calera falls in season finale

The Chilton County Tigers rallied back to score 29 unanswered points to defeat the Calera Eagles 29-23 on the road on Nov. 2.

Three charged with armed robbery at Hardee’s

The Calera Police Department arrested and charged two Calera men and a juvenile in connection with an armed robbery at Hardee’s Oct. 12.

Calera judge recognized statewide

Calera Municipal Judge Danny Crowson was recognized for the Howell Heflin award.

Clark, Haynes named to national watch list

Recruiting in college football is the difference between a perennial powerhouse and mid-level programs. With that said, it’s never too early to look forward to the next best players to hit the field.

Calera tops rival Jemison, 35-14

The Calera Eagles sealed up a home game in the Class 4A playoffs with a 35-14 win over rival Jemison on Oct. 26.

Quarterbacks are familiar competitors

Friday’s Calera-Jemison football game will no doubt be important to all involved.

Calera tops Oak Grove, 35-14

The Calera Eagles overcame a slow start to cruise to a 35-14 road win over Oak Grove on Oct. 19 in Class 4A, Region 4 action.

Calera Middle opening delayed until after Thanksgiving

While Shelby County Board of Education officials previously hoped to complete the new Calera Middle School facility to students by Oct. 15, the opening has been delayed until after Thanksgiving.

Calera looking to hire parks and rec director

The Calera City Council approved a new employment opportunity with the city during a City Council meeting Oct. 15.

Graham elected to AMFund board of directors

Calera Mayor Jon Graham was recently asked to serve on the Alabama Municipal Funding Corporation board of directors.

Calera wins Moody tourney

The Calera Eagles volleyball team finished first out of 12 teams at the Moody Tournament Oct. 13. Calera won its last four matches after losing in pool play to Center Point High School.

Calera wins homecoming, 24-16

Calera (6-1) slipped by Bibb County (2-4) 24-16 on Oct. 12 behind a stout Eagles defense that pitched a shutout in the second half and a big night from junior Ronnie Clark.

Calera sweeps past Isabella

The Calera vollebyall team fought off a close third set to earn a 25-18, 25-15, 25-21 sweep of Isabella at home on Oct. 9.

“People” magazine recognizes Calera teacher

“People” magazine recently honored five teachers across the nation in its first Teacher of the Year competition, and a Calera High School teacher made the cut.

Calera picks up third shutout of the season

The Calera Eagles shutout their third opponent of the season in a 60-0 handling of Carbon Hill on Oct. 5.

ALDOT awards $141K for safer walkways for Calera students

Calera Intermediate School will have safer sidewalks and crosswalks in the near future, as the Alabama Department of Transportation awarded $141,160 to a local construction company as part of Alabama’s Safe Routes to School program.

Calera receives high credit rating

The city of Calera recently received a “really good credit rating” from Standard and Poor’s rating service, which will benefit taxpayers as the city refinances bonds with lower interest rates, said Reid Cavnar, vice president of Merchant Capital.

ALDOT awards bid for Calera Interstate 65 construction

The Alabama Department of Transportation awarded the bid for construction on Interstate 65 at exit 228, Mayor Jon Graham announced during an Oct. 1 meeting.

Scholarship assistance program set for potential ‘Bama students

The Shelby County University of Alabama alumni chapter will host a scholarship and admission assistance program for Shelby County high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who are interested in attending UA.

Defense stands tall as Eagles blank Wildcats

The Calera Eagles’ defense picked up their second shutout of the season while holding the Shelby County Wildcats to just 212 yards to cruise to a 49-0 victory in a painted pink Ricky M. Cairns Memorial Stadium on Sept. 27.

Calera beats Shelby County, falls to BHS

Calera High School defeated Shelby County High School 2-0 (25-16, 25-16), but both schools were swept by Brookwood High School on Sept. 27 at Shelby County.

Calera downs Jemison in straight sets

The Calera Eagles volleyball team swept past Jemison (25-17, 25-20, 25-16) to earn the right to host the Class 4A, Area 7 tournament.

Calera defeats Corner, 33-22

Calera High School went on the road and defeated Corner High School 33-22. on Sept 21.

Bojangles’ brings Southern classics

Calera residents now have a new way of eating fried chicken as Bojangles’ opened today.

Calera launches pink campaign

The city of Calera will once again partner with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama to raise money for life saving breast cancer research.

Calera defeats Montevallo in Jemison finals

The Calera High School volleyball team went unbeaten to claim the Jemison tournament championship on Saturday, Sept. 15.

Engineering class awarded $15,000

Calera High School’s engineering program was named one of 15 model manufacturing programs in the nation by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.

Calera AOK clothing drive kicks off Sept. 29

The tradition of neighbors helping neighbors in Calera continues with the annual Calera Acts of Kindness fall clothing giveaway Sept. 29.

Calera wins easily 55-0

Calera High School dominated West Blocton High School 55-0 on Friday Sept. 14 at Calera High School.

Celebrities tee off to support Special Equestrians

Anyone who has heard of Bobby Humphrey knows he could sure play football.

Calera sweeps Bibb County in three sets

The Calera Eagles volleyball team swept Bibb County 25-14, 25-15, 25-5 on the road on Sept. 10.

Calera falls in region opener

Calera would take an early 7-6 lead over Dora, but Dora would run off 21 straight points on their way to a 39-21 region victory over the visiting Eagles.

Man charged with assaulting 3-month-old

A Calera man was arrested Aug. 30 and charged with aggravated assault against a 3-month-old boy.

Eagles soar past Holt in opener

Calera High School opened the 2012 season with a dominating 33-6 home win over the Holt Ironmen on Friday, Aug. 31.

Graham wins Calera mayor election

Calera will see four more years under the leadership of Mayor Jon Graham, who took the majority vote and defeated challengers Ed Gentry and Mike Roberson.

Hornets, Eagles battle in jamboree

Few observations about his team’s preseason jamboree mattered to Chelsea High School football coach Wade Waldrop as much as one important detail following a pair of scrimmages against Calera and Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa.

Changing lives in Honduras

A group of students from Calera High School who recently returned from a humanitarian trip to Honduras say their lives have been forever changed by the experience.

Calera political candidates address issues

Three mayoral candidates and eight City Council candidates shared their opinions during the Calera political forum at Calera High School Aug. 14.

Calera Eagles march to a new beat Aug. 17

The Calera Eagle marching band will perform in a preview show Aug. 17.

The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Ricky M. Cairns Memorial Stadium, and there is no admission charge.

Calera FD trains in vehicle extrication

Wrecked cars were strewn across Billy’s Toyota and Lexus in Calera as Calera firefighters in full gear practiced vehicle extractions from Aug. 7-9.

Calera schools welcome two new band directors

Young musicians in Calera have new leadership in their schools as Ryan Murrell and Patrick Darby have taken the directors’ stands at Calera High School and Calera Middle School, respectively.

Calera man arrested, stolen property found in home

Calera Police arrested a Calera man July 16 after receiving a disturbance call. The arrest, along with a search warrant, led investigators to discover a number of stolen goods in the man’s home, including firearms, iPods, televisions, phones and more.

Construction date tentatively set for Calera’s I-65 exit

Calera’s Interstate 65 exit 228 northbound onramp may be under construction as early as November, according to the Alabama Department of Transportation.

Spann shares about April 27 tornadoes

Chief Meteorologist James Spann has less than three minutes to share nightly weather forecasts for ABC 33/40, but spent more than an hour sharing his experiences of April 27, 2011 with Calera Chamber members July 10.

Calera’s Mayor Graham reports on health of city

Calera Mayor Jon Graham received numerous rounds of applause as he reported the health of the city to Calera Chamber of Commerce members during the group’s June luncheon.

ALDOT addresses Calera congestion

The Alabama Department of Transportation invited Calera residents to a public involvement meeting to discuss improvements to the roadway at Interstate 65 exit 231, where the interstate meets U.S. 31.

Bible lessons shared through down-home lens

When Sandra Johnson began writing about 10 years ago, she never expected the stories to turn into anything. Now her stories are published in “Down Home Devotions,” a devotional that matches her childhood in Bibb County with lessons ...

Shelby County Airport severely damaged by Monday night storms

Monday night's severe thunderstorms ripped 10 doors -- each weighing 2,000 pounds -- from the main hangar and terminal of the Shelby County Airport, the county manager said today.

Girls Can camp in Calera teaches teens how to build

A total of 15 girls are learning aspects of the construction industry this week at the annual Girls Can camp.

Victory GMC announces Buick line

Victory GMC in Calera announced it would now carry Buick vehicles, becoming the only Buick dealership in Shelby County as of June 4.

National Weather Service to ‘tweet’ updates

In a world where up-to-the minute information is available at the touch of a button, the National Weather Service in Calera is using social media to help people be more aware of the weather around them.

Green Care for Troops Program

I recently attended the Alabama Turf grass Associations Sports Turf Field Day where we were given a presentation by Project Evergreen on a program called Green Care for Troops. Green Care for Troops is a nationwide outreach... Read on...

Rail Safety Day will roll in June 8

Alabama Operation Lifesaver is partnering with the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum to inform residents of train and railroad safety June 8.

For birthday, girl giving, not getting

In January, 7-year-old Lilli Kemp told her mother she would rather donate shoes to children in need for her birthday than have more presents.

Calera Middle to open in October

The new Calera Middle School is set to open Oct. 15.

The updates to the former Shelby Academy facility were supposed to be competed prior to the fall 2012 semester, but due to weather and construction delays, the school won’t open until mid-October.

Top readers excel at Calera Elementary

Calera Elementary School uses the Accelerated Reader program as a way to encourage young readers to open a book and their imaginations.

Calera carves up Chilton County through air in spring game

The Calera Eagles varsity football team dominated a much larger Chilton County with its air attack in its annual spring scrimmage May 17.

Calera Makes CNN Money's Top 100 Place to Live in the US!!

Calera ranked 83rd in CNN Money's "Top 100 Places to Live" article in 2009.

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Calera library to host author

Kirk Curnutt will speak about F. Scott Fitzgerald at the Calera Public Library on March 26 at 6 p.m.

Fairy tales come to life in Calera

Little princesses watched in speechless awe as their favorite fairy tale princesses came to life during the annual Roy Downs Memorial Calera Library Fairy Tale Ball March 2.

Undercover officers arrest three in copper theft

Calera Police officers went undercover Feb. 5 in an attempt to apprehend burglary suspects stealing copper wiring from Vulcan Materials.

New Calera police cars hit the streets

After getting behind the wheel of a Ford police interceptor, Calera Police Chief Sean Lemley knew his search for the best patrol cars had ended.

Three charged with armed robbery at Hardee’s

The Calera Police Department arrested and charged two Calera men and a juvenile in connection with an armed robbery at Hardee’s Oct. 12.