🌱 Firefighter Safety Trainings + Hoover Seniors Receive Scholarships

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Hoover Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Humid with a thunderstorm. High: 82 Low: 65.
• Sunday: Humid with clouds and sun. High: 81 Low: 64.

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Here are the top three stories in Hoover today:

1. Hoover firefighters are using a specially equipped safety train to practice emergency response. Springville and Pell City firefighters also participated in the three-day safety training. The training was used to help firefighters learn what to do in case of a train derailment, an important exercise in light of the two derailments within city limits over the past several years. (AL.com)
2. As news of Montana's ban on TikTok spreads, more avid users of the app have spoken out against the decision. According to a nationwide poll conducted by North Star Inbound, only 18 pecent of users favor the ban in either Montana or nationwide. According to the article, most TikTok users would "rather be spied upon" than lose the app. (Newstalkkgvo)
3. Four Hoover High School seniors each received a $4,000 scholarship from the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce. The seniors were chosen out of 25 applicants for their academic achievements and contributions to the local community. Kenzie Boyett, Noah McAfee, Elizabeth Powell, and Neiley Mann were the four winners. (Hoover Sun)

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Today and tomorrow in Hoover:

Saturday, May 20

• The Farmers Market At Brock's Gap (8:00 AM)
• Book It 5K At Hoover Public Library (12:00 PM)

Sunday, May 21

• Concert In The Park At Avondale Ampitheater (Birmingham) (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• For those who love to knit, crochet, embroider, or do other fiber-based crafts, don't miss July's Purl on the Plaza! The Hoover Public Library will be hosting the event on the plaza of the library on Jul. 8 at 1:00 p.m. Bring your own materials and meet new knitting friends! (Hoover Public Library via Facebook)
• Don't miss the Kitty Kat Haven & Rescue "Meow-a-thon" 5K event on Jun. 3! This is the sixth annual race and proceeds will go to the rescue. If you'd like to be a sponsor for the race, contact kittykathaven1@gmail.com. (Kitty Kat Haven and Rescue via Facebook)
• Calling all plant lovers: Mark Jul. 9 on your calendars for the Hoover Public Library's Houseplant Swap event! If you're interested in giving indoor gardening a try but don't know where to stop, the event will allow attendees to share tips and advice! You can also bring a plant to swap with other community members. (Hoover Public Library via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! See you all soon 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.