🌱 National Merit Semifinalists + High School Football Preview

Happy Thursday, people of Vestavia Hills! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in Vestavia Hills. First, congrats are due for a couple of Vestavia Hills residents who attend the Alabama School of Fine Arts for being named National Merit Semifinalists. Also, read the heartwarming story of how Vestavia resident Morgan Cheek found her way after a family tragedy. Read more below!

Here are the top stories in Vestavia Hills today:

1. Two Alabama School of Fine Arts students from Vestavia Hills were named National Merit Semifinalists. (Vestavia Hills Patch)
2. After a painful loss, Vestavia Hills resident Morgan Cheek found a community feel at Orangetheory. Read her powerful story. (Bham Now)
3. The Rebels host Spain Park Friday night. Here is the Vestavia Voice's preview of the game and others in the area. (Vestavia Voice)
4. Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these upcoming events in and around Vestavia Hills. (Vestavia Hills Patch)
5. A man has finally been arrested and charged with murder in a traffic fatality in September of 2020 that killed two children in Hoover. (Hoover Patch)

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Vestavia Hills Patch Notebook

• Vestavia School Board Meeting Set For Oct. 25. (Vestavia Hills Patch)
• Vestavia Hills Public Library: So sad, we've lost so many great children's authors this year! (Facebook)
• HotWorx is having a Re-Grand Opening Party on October 30th from 10-2. Join the team and their new ownership at the studio in Vestavia City Center for a celebration including local vendors, giveaways galore and more. (Facebook)
• Fall Festival Community Night Out 2021 is right around the corner! Stay tuned for more updates as we and the Vestavia Hills Police Department will be sharing all the fun things you can expect on October 21st at City Hall! (Facebook)

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