🌱 Hoover Teens Struck By Train + Riverchase Village Development

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But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and hot. High: 94 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories in Hoover today:

1. Two teenagers from Hoover are in critical condition after being struck by a train on Monday while on a bridge over the Cahaba River. One of the teens was thrown 30 yards down a hill, and a police officer was injured during the rescue attempt. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by train tracks and bridges, and parents are urged to be vigilant and educate their children about the risks involved. (WVTM13 Birmingham)
2. On Wednesday, the City of Hoover announced the Riverchase Village development, a significant project spanning 90 acres near Riverchase Parkway. It will feature a health and wellness center, walking trails, housing, and retail areas, aiming to reimagine the region's potential. The centerpiece will be the Riverwalk Health & Wellness Center, offering a wide range of healthcare services. This transformative project is expected to elevate the quality of life in Hoover and stimulate commercial and residential investment in the area. (AL.com)
3. The Hoover Police Department is actively seeking a suspect for questioning in connection with a case involving criminal possession of a forged instrument at a local financial institution. The individual allegedly used a fake ID to pass a forged check worth around $5,000, and additional charges may be forthcoming. If you have any information regarding this person, please contact Detective Davis at (205) 444-7624 or submit an anonymous tip through the Hoover Police Department's website. (Hoover (AL) Police Department via Facebook)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Hoover:

Thursday, June 29

• OFC Workscapes Pre-4th Of July Block Party At 246 Cahaba Valley Parkway, Pelham (11:00 AM)
• Happy Hour At Front Porch (3:00 PM)

Friday, June 30

• Happy Hour At Cajun Steamer Bar & Grill (3:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Congratulations to Hoover native Evan Radford, who has been chosen to the 2023 All-MACCC Baseball Second Team, as selected by the head baseball coaches of the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Conference! (Hoover Sun via Facebook)
• The City of Hoover extended its best wishes to Mary-Coker Green, who will be participating in the Miss Alabama competition on Saturday night! (City of Hoover via Twitter)
• On Saturday, the Hoover Public Library will be hosting "PowerPoint: Crash Course!" to help those struggling with the fundamentals of the Microsoft program. The free class will take place from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Jul. 1. Register at the link. (Hoover Public Library)

You're all caught up for today! 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.