🌱 Chuck E. Cheese Weekend Shooting + The Kindness Summit In Hoover

Good morning Hoover. Here’s something special to check out today — especially if you’re looking to pamper yourself this Valentine’s Day! We asked Laura Silsbee, a Mountain Brook native and wellness expert, to help us find the best events and special offers for anyone wanting to look and feel their best this winter. Check out her Birmingham Patch Wellness Guide for February here.

Also, FYI: I wanted to let you know that Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Hoover Patch newsletter and make it their own. We want to pass the torch to someone truly local and in-the-know to write about Hoover long term. So if you’re interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here.

But first, today's weather:

Variable cloudiness. High: 69 Low: 58.

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Here are the top three stories today in Hoover:

1. A suspect is in custody after a shooting broke out at an area Chuck E. Cheese on Sunday. Hoover police officers and Shelby County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the restaurant on Highway 280 at around 4:50 p.m. and found a man who was shot in the abdomen. Witnesses told investigators that the shooter and victim appeared to be relatives; police believe no other suspects are at large. The victim was transported to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries and no other injuries were reported. (WBRC)
2. On Friday, the Hoover Public Library will host a nonprofit volunteer fair. During the fair, attendees can learn about local organizations and volunteer their time to give back to the community. The Kindness Summit will be hosted in the Fitzgerald, Shakespeare, and Theatre conference rooms from 1:00-5:00 p.m on Feb. 17. (Hoover Public Library)
3. Currently, there are over 21,000 job openings in the Birmingham-Hoover area. Positions in the area include Senior Administrative Assistant, Real Estate Investment Associate, MRI Tech, and more. Across Greater Birmingham, there are six job openings per available candidate — or 3,556 candidates for 21,738 job openings —, according to AlabamaWorks!. (Bham Now)

Today in and around Hoover:

• Valentine's Sweet & Bitter Tasting, At LeNell's Beverage Boutique (1:00 PM)
• FAT Tuesday & Happy Hour, At Cajun Steamer Bar & Grill (3:00 PM)
• Regular Board Meeting, At Hoover City (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• If you're planning to attend the Girls & Boys Regional Basketball games, please fill out this form at the link by tomorrow Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 9:00 a.m. (Hoover High Athletics via Facebook)
• The American Red Cross of Alabama is encouraging residents to schedule an appointment to give blood! Schedule your appointment here. (American Red Cross of Alabama via Facebook)
• Are you looking to add a new furry friend to your family? These pets are up for adoption at local shelters near Hoover. Click the link to find your new best friend! (Hoover Patch)

You're officially in the loop for today! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— 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.