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Posted on: September 20, 2023

City Council Adopts FY 2024 Budget

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The Pelham City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY 2024) budget on Monday, September 18, 2023. The budget is just over $93.8 million and reflects the City's commitment to continued growth and prosperity and prioritizes the concerns and pre...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

Scarecrows in the Park - Call for Entries

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Scarecrows in the Park is back, and it's time to gather your group and come up with a winning theme! 

Here are the details:

WHEN: Scarecrows will be on display November 7-17 and will be judged and prizes awarded. Winners will be announced ...

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Pelham's National Night Out Planned for October 3, 2023

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The Pelham Police Department, along with the Pelham Fire Department and the City of Pelham will host National Night Out, Tuesday, October 3, 2023, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Pelham City Park. This family-friendly event is designed to allow members of the co...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

The Pelham Pathway Wins Award of Excellence in 2023 Savvy Awards

The Pelham Pathway Awards of Excellence

The Pelham Pathway magazine won two Awards of Excellence in the 2023 Savvy Awards presented by the City-County Communications and Marketing Association (3CMA).  The magazine was a finalist in the categories of Printed Publications - External Publ...

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Posted on: September 14, 2023

Niche Names Pelham as One of Alabama's Top Places to Live

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It's no secret Pelham is a great city, but now, the entire state knows it! National ranking company Niche just named Pelham's 35124 ZIP code as one of 2023's top places to live in Alabama, with an overall grade of A+. Some of th...

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Posted on: September 14, 2023

Volunteers Needed: Bishop Creek/City Park Cleanup

A man and three boys explore the area along the banks of Bishop Creek in Pelham City Park.

Fast Facts: 

Creek Cleanup Day: Saturday, October 7, 2023, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Pelham City Park (Meet at the pavilion)

Bring: Closed-toed shoes (to wade in the creek), reusable water bottle, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and friends.

Wh...

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Posted on: September 4, 2023

Find Adventure MTB: Collect Our Sticker of the Month

September Sticker of the Month

Oak Mountain State Park is home to one of the Top 5 Big City MTB Trails in the Southeastern United States, according to the latest rankings from Singletracks. Our trails are also a favorite among competitors in Xterra Oak Mountain, which draws outdoor spo...

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Posted on: August 17, 2023

Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena Now Home to National Indoor Soccer League Team

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PELHAM, AL - The National Indoor Soccer League (NISL) is thrilled to announce the addition of its second expansion team, "Magic City SC," for the upcoming 2024 season. The new team will call the Pelham Civic Complex & Ice Arena in the Greate...

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Posted on: August 28, 2023

Fall Shred & E-Recycling Event

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The City of Pelham has partnered with Protec Recycling to provide free document shredding and electronic recycling services for residents on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Protec will be set up at Pelham City Hall, locate...

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

Flag Disposal Box Placed at Pelham Senior Center

Members of SAL 555 and Pelham Troop 404 pose with Kate Augsburger, Pelham Senior Center Director.

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Many Pelham residents proudly fly the American flag at their homes. Unfortunately, after seasons of exposure to the elements, the flags can become worn and tattered. Most of us know that an American flag should be disposed ...

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Posted on: January 4, 2023

September 2023 City of Pelham E-Newsletter

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Read the September 2023 Newsletter.

Subscribe to receive the E-Newsletter via our Notify Me software. You will need a CivicPlus account. If you don't have one, they are free and easy to set up. Click Sign-In in the top right corner of our homepage...

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Posted on: February 1, 2023

The Art of Gardening

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There’s just something satisfying about gardening. Whether you’re tending a few houseplants, beautifying your lawn, or coaxing summer vegetables from a sunny spot in your backyard, the sense of accomplishment in plant...

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