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🌱 Patch AM: Pelham schools finish major facility upgrades—here’s what’s now complete
And check out Pelham Garden Club on the Pelham Patch calendar
Hi Pelham! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Pelham schools finish major facility upgrades—here's what's now complete
- How Pelham's late rally fell short against rival Helena Friday night
- Want your nature photos displayed in Pelham and across Alabama?
Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Hot with a thunderstorm, with a high of 98 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Warm with periods of sun, temps: high: 96, low: 73.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 92 and low of 72 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• September 3, 2026 (birminghamtimes.com) — Several new construction projects tied to Pelham are now officially complete, including a new stadium concession building at Pelham High School and restroom renovations at Pelham Oaks Elementary, with contractors seeking final settlement and any remaining claims. There's also notice of an October 13 auction of abandoned vehicles in Pelham and other regional bids and hearings that could interest residents who work in construction, education, or public projects. 
• Reid's two birthday INTs seal Helena's seventh-straight win ... (shelbycountyreporter.com) — Pelham High's football team fell 27-21 to rival Helena after two late interceptions by Helena's Nathan Reid, dropping the Panthers to 2-1. Quarterback Smith threw for 171 yards and three total touchdowns, but Pelham's comeback bid fell short. The Panthers now prepare to host Homewood at Ned Bearden Stadium on Sept. 11.
• Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest now open (cullmantribune.com) — Right now you can see the 2026 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest exhibit at Oak Mountain State Park's Interpretive Center in Pelham through September 16. At the same time, entries are open statewide for the 2027 contest, which highlights Alabama's wildlife, parks, and scenery. Local residents can both enjoy the nearby display and start planning their own submissions.
📸 Around Pelham
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Pelham
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★ Featured events ★
- Pelham Garden Club →
Pelham Public Library, 2000 Pelham Park Blvd, Pelham
10:00 am
Thursday September 10
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Other local events
- Fitness Forward →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
10:30 am - Cardio Drumming →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
11:30 am - Ball Room Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
2:00 pm - City Council Work Session →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
5:30 pm - Intermediate Line Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
10:00 am - Improver Line Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
11:45 am - Public Skate Session →
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11:45 am - Beginner Line Dancing →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
1:00 pm - Pelham City Council Work Session & Regular Meeting →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 3162 Pelham Parkway, Pelham
5:30 pm - Crafting Together →
Pelham, AL Calendar, 50 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham
10:00 am - Public Skate Session →
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11:45 am
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
📣 Pelham Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I just wanted to say how much I appreciated Strickland Plumbing coming out today on short notice.
Collin fixed our upstairs bathroom sink that leaked through the ceiling in our living room. He did a thorough job in a polite and friendly manner. I… (Nextdoor Chase Creek) - My internet provider keeps going up on my bill.
Right now, I'm paying $110 a month just for internet. I don't care about getting additional services or anything. I'm considering T-Mobile home… (Nextdoor Cottages at Stonehaven)
- Whataburger posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member, Day Shift - Unit 927 in Pelham. Apply here.
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Municipal Associate - Golf Starter/Host in Pelham. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pelham here.
🗞 Nearby News
Hoover
- Broad Metro acquires 65 acres for Stadium Trace Village Phase Three (hooversun.com)
- Woman found dead in Hoover community pool; 30-year-old charged with murder (cbs42.com)
- Alabama Adventure Owner Daniel Koch Arrested in Hoover on Domestic Violence Strangulation Charge After Police Say He Tried to Choke His Girlfriend (parktelegraph.com)
Alabaster
- Alabaster rolls out $2.6M repaving plan for 23 streets, including Promenade (wbrc.com)
Ok Pelham! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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