By Lee Hurley photo by Jordan WaldFinancial planning doesn’t always have to be stiff or complicated. The best insights come from real moments—helping a family after a hurricane, guiding a first-time investor or explaining why paying off a credit card can take priority over investing in the market. That’s how Bobby Cope has been plying his trade as a … [Read more...]
The House On The Hill: The house at 232 Poinciana Drive holds 99 years of history from its perch in Homewood, and now it will be on the Historic Hollywood Tour of Homes for a second time.
By Madoline Markham Koonce Photos by Maury WaldThe English Tudor-style house at 232 Poinciana Drive could tell a lot of stories from its 99-year history. It’s seen the families who have lived in its walls though the Great Depression, a world war and countless historical and life events. And for the last 46 of those years, the Homewood home has held the … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Rotary Club Celebrates America 250 with a Debate
By Cleveland JonesDebate is as American as apple pie and fireworks, and on March 12, 180 people gathered for a dinner and debate at Vestavia Hills Civic Center to see what true civil discourse can look like. The Vestavia Hills Rotary Club hosted a community debate, featuring members of the Vestavia Hills High School Debate and Speech Team, led by Coach Nate … [Read more...]
Walking with Jesus: Homewood community comes together for Way of the Cross.
By Barry Wise Smith Photos by Timmy CollinsFor over 30 years, starting in 1994, members of the Homewood faith community have come together on Good Friday to remember Christ’s walk through Jerusalem carrying his cross to the crucifixion.This year, All Saints Episcopal Church, Bethel A.M.E. Church, Dawson Memorial Baptist Church, Edgewood Presbyterian Church, … [Read more...]
A Life Well Written: Homewood’s Richard Berliner writes a memoir based on his letters written home from Vietnam.
By Barry Wise Smith Photo by Jordan WaldRichard Berliner grew up in a quiet suburb in Maryland, outside of Washington, D.C., in a family that discussed politics at dinner. Both of Berliner’s parents were journalists having met while working at the same Massachusetts newspaper, and his father spent his career covering Capitol Hill as a reporter. “I grew up … [Read more...]