2024 in Shelby County was full of fun, excitement and events both new and old! To celebrate the start of 2025, we are counting down our Top 24 events of 2024. January 18-20 • Columbiana, AL • Shelby County Exhibition Center  15th Shelby County Extreme Bulls Rodeo Shelby County Extreme Bulls kicked off the year with their 15th annual rodeo! Thirty five of the country’s top bull riders competed in front of enthusiastic crowds in Columbiana. The event will return to the Shelby County Expo Center January 23-25.    February 2024 • Columbiana, AL • Shelby County Arts Council  Helen Keller Art Show  The Helen Keller Art Show is a traveling juried art exhibit displayed throughout the state. Students attending public, private, and home schools who have visual impairments, blindness, or deaf blindness are invited to submit works to the show. The Shelby County Arts Council in Columbiana hosted the show’s opening reception in 2024 and will host the gallery again in January 2025.    February...