🌱 New details On Hoover Woman's Disappearance + Hartford Nationals

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Hoover Patch newsletter. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Humid with some sun. High: 96 Low: 75.
• Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 94 Low: 72.

Here are the top three stories in Hoover today:

1. New details have emerged in the case of Carlee Russell, the Alabama woman who disappeared after reporting a child on the interstate. According to the police, Russell was captured on surveillance footage walking alone in her neighborhood on the night she returned home. Authorities have spoken to her briefly but are awaiting a more detailed statement about the events during her absence. While her family believes she was abducted, the police have not confirmed this and plan to reveal additional information in an upcoming news conference. (USA TODAY)
2. The Hartford Nationals, a prestigious event for disabled athletes, will make a triumphant return to Hoover and Birmingham in 2024. Following a successful week of competition and camaraderie in 2023, the organizers announced the eagerly anticipated comeback. Glenn Merry, the executive director of Move United, expressed enthusiasm about returning to Alabama, citing the exceptional support and collaboration from the community, especially the Lakeshore Foundation and the City of Hoover. (Spot On Alabama)
3. A judge ruled that Hoover and Helena cannot engage in campaigns to annex landowners in the Indian Ford Fire District outside the city limits until they receive permission from the Jefferson County court. Judge David Hobdy issued the ruling in response to a lawsuit filed by Helena against Hoover on Monday, stating that no action should be taken regarding the annexation until further court orders. The fire district's board of directors also filed a motion to intervene, seeking a ruling in favor of Helena and halting any attempts by Hoover to annex properties, as it could negatively impact the financial stability and well-being of the district's residents. (AL.com)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Hoover:

Thursday, July 20

• Hoover Area Chamber Of Commerce Monthly Luncheon: Freedom Award At Embassy Suites (11:15 AM)

Friday, July 21

• Baby Playdate At Hoover Public Library (9:30 AM)
• Summer Film Series: Sister Act At Alabama Theatre, Birmingham (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Hoover Police Department offered thoughts and prayers to the family of Birmingham Firefighter Jordan Melton, who passed away on Monday (Jul. 17) as a result of his injuries after being shot last week. (Hoover (AL) Police Department via Facebook)
• Are you in the market for a new home? Five upcoming open houses are taking place in and around Hoover. Click the link to view available listings, including a three-bedroom, three-bathroom home on Crossridge Lane for $379,900. (Hoover Patch)
• The Circle of Love, a nonprofit, is seeking back-to-school supply donations. Residents are invited to drop off supplies between Jul. 24 and Jul. 28. Click the link to view all the available drop-off locations. (Newsaegis)

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— 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.