Mt. Olive

Burglars attempt to rob pharmacy

Two would-be thieves attempted to break in to The Pharmacy at Mt. Olive at 2660 Mt. Olive Road early Monday morning. According to a press release from pharmacist Steve Mullenix, the suspects, who have not been identified, tried to enter through the front door, which is fortified with a second steel security door. He said security cameras on the premises filmed the suspects, who were reportedly driving a blue car.

In the release, he said he was concerned that no one witnessed the attempted break-in. “I would think if someone saw two men at four in the morning with a crowbar pulling on the door of a business, they would at least call 9-11.”

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the attempted break-in. Spokesman Sgt. Randy Christian said the suspects apparently fled when the pharmacy’s alarm went off.



Gardendale

Beta Chi group holds meeting

On Sept. 6, 15 members of the Beta Chi chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa held their first meeting of the school year at the Gardendale Civic Center, according to submitted information.

Debbie Cates lead a discussion on the calendar and program plans for the year.

Celeste Phillips was presented a certificate recognizing her success as membership chairman.

As part of the October membership drive, members will prepare a dish and recipe cards to share at the next meeting with fellow members and prospective new members.

Betty Holland brought jewelry supplies and gave instruction on how to make bracelets that support the fight against breast cancer.

Meridith Neese, Lesli Peek, Laura Powell, Barbara Smith and Jennifer Burns prepared and served a lovely refreshment table of fruit, cheese and cookies.

The next meeting will be Oct. 4 at the Gardendale Civic Center. All members are urged to invite prospective members.