🌱 2023 Hartford Nationals In Hoover + Matthew McConaughey Spotted

Good morning, everybody! It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 86 Low: 73.
• Wednesday: Couple of thunderstorms. High: 87 Low: 72.

Here are the top three stories today in Hoover:

1. Hoover and Birmingham have been chosen as the hosts for the 2023 Hartford Nationals, organized by Move United, a leader in community-based sports for individuals with disabilities. The championship, running from Jul. 8-15, will feature various sports such as archery, wheelchair tennis, and swimming. Hoover will host both the 2023 and 2024 championships, accommodating over 400 athletes and coaches with the support of local organizations like The Lakeshore Foundation and the Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau. (Shelby County Reporter)
2. Several new businesses are set to open their doors in the local area, including a vegan cafe and a wing spot. Hero Doughnuts & Buns has opened its fourth location in the state, located at Stadium Trace Village in Hoover, offering a tempting selection of doughnuts, burgers, salads, and more. Additionally, UAB Medicine Primary & Specialty Care is slated to open in early 2024, providing convenient healthcare services at its new location in the Lee Branch shopping center off Highway 280. Click the link to view all the new businesses that are expected to open in the area. (Bham Now)
3. Matthew McConaughey's recent road trip through Hoover, while filming "The Rivals of Amziah King," has left residents starstruck and filled with excitement. The A-list actor, known for his down-to-earth nature, drove himself to filming locations, including Oakmont Chapel Presbyterian Church and a neighborhood in Green Valley. McConaughey's friendly interactions with locals, such as waving to onlookers, have made a lasting impression on the community, turning Hoover into a memorable backdrop for his upcoming film. (AL.com)

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Today and tomorrow in Hoover:

Tuesday, July 4

• Happy Hour At Front Porch (3:00 PM)

Wednesday, July 5

• Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile - Family Movie At Hoover Public Library (10:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Thousands of people gathered at the Hoover Met for the city of Hoover's 2023 Independence Day fireworks show, a 15-minute display organized by Pyro Shows of Alabama which costs the city approximately $25,000. Click the link to view photos from the event. (Hoover Sun)
• Are you looking to add a four-legged friend to your family? At the link, view photos and information about pets that are available now for adoption in the Hoover area. (Hoover Patch)
• Reminder: Hoover City Schools offices will be closed today, Jul. 4. (Hoover City Schools via Twitter)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll see you soon.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.