Rep. Wheeler's Bill; Vestavia Artists Honored: The Week In News

VESTAVIA HILLS, AL — This past week saw a major announcement from Gov. Kay Ivey regarding the latest health orders statewide, which certainly affects Vestavia Hills residents.

However, locally, one of Vestavia's lawmakers made waves in Montgomery when Rep. David Wheeler (R-Vestavia Hills) introduced a bill tot he state legislature that seeks to linit the control of Jefferson County health director Dr. Mark Wilson.

Here are those and more stories that made headlines in Vestavia Hills this past week:

Gov. Ivey Extends Mask Order 'One Last Time'

Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday announced she is extending Alabama's mandatory mask order until April 9. The current order was set to expire Friday.

Vestavia Lawmaker Seeks To Limit County Health Director's Power

Rep. David Wheeler (R- Vestavia Hills) introduced a bill in the legislature this week that would force Dr. Mark Wilson, director of the Jefferson County Department of Health, to consult an appointed committee before issuing any emergency health orders.

Vestavia Artists Displayed At State Superintendent's Art Exhibit

Nearly two dozen artists from Vestavia Hills schools had work displayed at the 2021 State Superintendent's Visual Arts Exhibit.

CVS Offers COVID-19 Vaccines In Alabama

CVS pharmacies have made the COVID-19 vaccines available in select Alabama stores, adding several new locations in an announcement Friday.

Crosshaven Drive To Close For 2 Weeks

One of the busiest roads in Cahaba Heights will close for two weeks beginning March 15.