James Inscoe achieved the rare Eagle Scout designation in June and to achieve that distinction, all Eagle Scout candidates take on a project that leaves an area better than they found it. Inscoe’s Eagle project involved installing a new map at the LJCC trailhead plus other wayfaring signs along The J’s extensive network of trails. A rising senior at Mountain Brook High School, … [Read more...]
Rachael Dollins To Lead Homewood Rotary Club
Rachael Dollins has been elected president of Homewood Rotary for 2025-2026. Dollins, an attorney in private practice who specializes in estate planning and small business development, has served in various Homewood Rotary roles since 2019. Other newly-elected officers are Crystal Lee, president-elect; Kathryn Henry, president-elect nominee; Bara Lamon, … [Read more...]
The Dance Foundation celebrates 50 years with 50 dances
The Dance Foundation will host 50 YEARS GOLD, a community dance party for all ages on Aug. 16, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Edge in Homewood on Greensprings Highway. Event sponsors include the Homewood Arts Council, Alabama State Council on the Arts, Buffalo Rock, and Thomas Waters State Farm. Admission to the community party is free and features dances like The … [Read more...]
Full Moon Launches 6th Annual Backpack Blessings
Full Moon BBQ is giving away 400 fully-stocked Nike backpacks to children across Alabama and Mississippi. Nominations opened on July 7 and will close on July 15, with submissions accepted via the online form.There will be 400 winners, and each backpack will be available for pick up at the Full Moon BBQ location that is selected through the nomination form. Winners will be … [Read more...]
Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden
This article was reprinted in part from the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens newsletterBy Sebastian Oritz MuñozWhat primarily attracts butterflies to nectar sources goes beyond the color of the flower—the shape of the flower matters most. Butterflies are attracted to flowers that have large petals that serve as a landing pad for them to access the nectar. They … [Read more...]