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Partners and Projects Honored at 2025 Annual Meeting
Cawaco Resource Conservation & Development Council board members, staff and partners gathered at Bevill State Campus in Jasper on December 11 for our annual meeting.…
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New sidewalk links trail systems and historic neighborhood in Trussville
The City of Trussville connected a historic neighborhood to a river trail system, creating safer routes for elementary school kids, outdoor classrooms for teachers, and…
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Local leaders turn $843,000 into nearly $4 million impact across Central Alabama
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2025 Cawaco RC&D grant program supports local projects benefiting community, environment, education (BIRMINGHAM, Ala.) (Dec. 16, 2025) – From community…
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Restoring a Community Lifeline in McCollum-Midway
What does a small volunteer fire department do when its only medical response vehicle faces a catastrophic engine failure? The answer to that question takes…
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Behind the Grants: Spotlight on Patti Pennington
Name: Patti PenningtonTitle: Programs ManagerYears with RC&D: 18 Meet Patti Pennington We think the saying should be Patti-of-All-Trades, because Patti Pennington is a woman of…
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Enhancing School Safety: Walker County’s Tactical Entry Tool Kits
Safety in our schools is a top priority, and Walker County is taking proactive steps to ensure their school resource officers (SROs) have the tools…
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Outdoor Classroom Revitalization in Hoover
Students at Trace Crossings Elementary School have a newly renovated courtyard and outdoor classroom to learn and play in. A ribbon cutting ceremony at the…
Serving Those Who Serve: Shelby County Cookout
The sun was shining for the Back the Blue Cookout in Shelby County! L-R: Chief Chris Miller, Helena Fire Dept; Brandon Krutsch, Alabaster police dept;…
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Celebrating Local Impact with Shelby County 2025 Grant Day
Cawaco RC&D and the Shelby County Legislative Delegation gathered at Pelham City Hall to celebrate the awarding of $148,313 in grant funding to 10 organizations…
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Check out that 3-D printer running in Mrs. Mooney's classroom! The Makers Space at i3 Academy is now home to a 3-D printer and Cricuts so students can participate in hands-on collaborative learning! Mrs. Mooney's class is using the tools to create projects that deepen their understanding of the engineering design process and foster a love of creativity.
Thank you Sen. Rodger Smitherman and Rep. Neil Rafferty for your partnership in supporting Birmingham-area schools! ... See MoreSee Less
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Proud to join leaders from City of Pelham and Cawaco RC&D in supporting The Resting Place at First Baptist Church of Pelham, a new faith based resource center serving homeless, low income women in Shelby County. ... See MoreSee Less
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Does it matter if the chicken or the egg came first? 🐓🥚🐣 Join the Jefferson County - Alabama Extension for Cluck, Crack, Sell, an introduction to poultry farming!
When: Feb 18, 6 p.m.
Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Address: 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223-1082
Cost: Free!
Poultry specialist Dr. McCrea will discuss raising birds for meat, eggs, egg grading, egg sizing, how eggs form, poultry/egg related food safety, biosecurity, marketing methods, research findings, and an interactive demonstration of booth marketing.
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The Blount-Oneonta Chamber of Commerce launched a Young Ambassadors Program to educate, inspire, and empower future business and community leaders. This program provides high school and college-aged students with hands-on experiences that promote economic literacy, professional development, and civic engagement.
Thank you Shay Shelnutt For Senate & Rep. David Standridge for your partnership in supporting programs that prepare Blount County’s future leaders for success! ... See MoreSee Less
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The Alabama Scenic River Trail's 2026 Waterway Enhancement Program application cycle is now open!
The Waterway Enhancement Program supports Alabama-based nonprofits working to expand safe, inclusive access to the state’s waterways. The program prioritizes community-led ideas that address local challenges with local solutions and strengthen water recreation opportunities across Alabama.
Pictured is our friends over at the Friends of the Locust Fork River installing a kayak ramp at Taylor Canoe Launch in Blountsville.
Learn more about this opportunity to expand access to our state's waterways here:
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This April, Alabama PALS is hosting "Don't Drop it on Alabama," a month-long statewide litter cleanup. They'll supply all materials necessary to participate in the cleanup for cities, counties, schools, neighborhoods, or volunteer groups interested in participating.
Clean up your community here: www.alpals.org/programs/spring-cleanup/spring-cleanup-contact-information-form/ ... See MoreSee Less
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2016 is in style again? Oh, we are SO back.
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