🌱 Alabama Woman Targeted By Hitman + Hoover Star's Sophomore Season

Hello, everybody. It's me, Miranda Fraraccio, your host of the Hoover Patch newsletter — here to tell you everything you need to know about what's happening in the community.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: A p.m. t-storm in spots. High: 87 Low: 66.
• Wednesday: Some sun, then turning cloudy. High: 87 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories in Hoover today:

1. Melody Sasser, a resident of Knoxville, Tennessee, was arrested in May, suspected of contracting a hitman to eliminate the spouse of an Alabama man she had encountered on Match.com. The investigation, initiated by Homeland Security in April, was propelled by tips that a woman from Prattville was in peril, with associated information circulating on the dark web. Having warned the potential victim, identified Sasser as a likely suspect due to her past connection with the husband, and corroborated threats and stalking incidents through dark web communications and security footage, officers took Sasser into custody. (AL.com)
2. Former Hoover High School sensation, George Pickens, is determined to make an impact in his second NFL season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Setting high personal and team targets, Pickens aims to reach 1,000 yards this season, earning a Pro Bowl selection, and drive his team toward Super Bowl glory. Previously a second-round draft pick for Pittsburgh following an impressive stint at the University of Georgia and a standout high school career, Pickens' progression at the professional level is eagerly anticipated. (AL.com)
3. A tragic event unfolded in nearby Birmingham as a child was discovered in a swimming pool and swiftly transferred to Children's of Alabama for urgent care. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service responded promptly to the emergency call concerning the 12-year-old child on Sunday afternoon at Charles Court. The child was in critical condition during transportation to the hospital, and no further information regarding their health status has been released as yet. (Alabama's News Leader)

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Today and tomorrow in Hoover:

Tuesday, June 6

• Lucky Diaz At Hoover Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Hometown Theatres At Homewood Public Library Birmingham, AL (11:00 AM)
• Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting For The Market At Brock's Gap Brewery (4:00 PM)

Wednesday, June 7

• URec Summer Camps At UAB Campus Recreation Birmingham, AL (9:00 AM)
• VBS Family Fun Night At Valleydale Church Birmingham, AL (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Hoover Public Library hopes to see everyone in the community out enjoying some of the wonderful events they have planned this week. You can see the full list for the week here and more of what's going on at the library this month at the library's website, keep in mind some of these events need registration prior! (Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama via Facebook)
• This past Monday, the Hoover Public Library and the American Red Cross partnered up for a blood drive right at the library. If you are ever interested in donating blood nearby and need to find the opportunity, visit redcrossblood.org for locations offering scheduling blocks to fit your busy schedule! (Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama via Facebook)
• Chase is all smiles on his first official day working as a Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa employee! His hard work as an intern was recognized and is paying off, as he is now a true member of the resort & spa's family! (Hoover City Schools via Facebook)

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

— 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.