By Emily Williams With the final day of October fast approaching, the setting sun gives way to festive yard lighting, inflatable creatures and all things spooky in homes and across lawns throughout the city of Birmingham. While some settle for no decorations and some for a simple pumpkin on the front porch, there are other families who like to go the extra mile to make their … [Read more...]
Fashion Volunteers: Linly Heflin Celebrates 60 Years of Scholarship and Fashion
By Emily Williams Sixty years have passed since the Linly Heflin Unit began its annual Scholarship Fashion Show, raising more than $6 million to help women in Alabama pursue higher education. This year, the women’s service organization partnered with Gus Mayer to celebrate the anniversary with a fashion show Oct. 17 at The Club. Members of the organization, some of whom have … [Read more...]
You Gotta Have Heart: ‘The fastest doesn’t always win the race, and the strongest doesn’t always win the battle’
By Blake Ells Mountain Brook defeated second ranked Hewitt-Trussville on the road Oct. 12 to remain undefeated and take over first place in 7A, Region 3. It was the first game of a stretch that also includes Thompson and Hoover. “I’ve been coaching for 36 years,” said head coach Chris Yeager. “I’ve been a part of national and state championships. In 2011, we beat Hoover for … [Read more...]
In Good Taste: Birmingham Botanical Gardens Hosts 13th Annual Arts, Design Showcase
A celebration of all things beautiful, whether in the home or out in the garden, was on display Oct. 7 at the annual Gala in the Gardens, an event that kicked off the 13th annual Antiques at The Gardens. The annual event, hosted by the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, supports the many educational programs offered by the gardens. Attendees mingled with the show’s … [Read more...]
Vaping Is In at OTM High Schools, But Teens Don’t Realize the Dangers
By Ingrid Howard The use of e-cigarettes, or “vapes,” in high school-aged youth has become so socially acceptable that the students who aren’t doing it are probably on the outside. That’s what Lindy Walker, Help the Hills Coalition chairwoman, told parents at the Vaping Workshop held Oct. 9 at Vestavia Hills High School. What teens might not realize is that they are getting … [Read more...]
