By Ally Morrison After seeing a need for mental health education in her school, Altamont School junior Savitri Sasse decided to dedicate her Miree project to the cause. Students in the Upper School at Altamont participate in a project under the C. Kyser Miree Center for Ethical Leadership. The projects are based on individual interests of the student that … [Read more...]
Repeat, Repeat: Lady Bucs Claim State Basketball Title for Second Consecutive Season
By Rubin E. GrantReniya Kelly clutched the basketball in her left arm as she made an emotional dash up the court.Her facial expression had the look of someone who finally had accomplished something they had been trying to do for some time.Hoover’s 5-foot-7 junior guard had gotten fouled in the backcourt with nine seconds remaining in the girls Class 7A championship … [Read more...]
‘Stand with Ukraine’: Russian/Ukrainian Family Settled in Homewood, Organized Solidarity Rally at Railroad Park
By Ally MorrisonRita Meikson and her son, Ilya Blokh, were the driving forces behind a recent event at Railroad Park that gave Birmingham residents the opportunity to show support for Ukraine and its people. Residents who are part of Birmingham’s Ukrainian community and residents who are not stood together during the event to protest Russia’s invasion of … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Mailbox And Minutiae
My mailbox has a sign imprinted on the door that says, “Approved by the Postmaster General.” I was relieved to see it, although I am surprised that the Postmaster General has time to worry aboutwhat a mailbox looks like in Birmingham, Alabama. I picture the poor man sitting at his desk as people parade in nonstop saying, “How about this one?” I’ve seen pictures of mailboxes … [Read more...]
Spring Fashion Forecast: Local Fashion Pros Discuss Trends and Show Off What’s In Store for Spring
Local fashion professionals discuss trends and highlight what's in store for the upcoming spring season. APPLAUSE DANCEWEAR, 1629 Oxmoor Rd., Homewood TRENDS In the dance world, we are seeing a big upswing in athleisure wear with yoga pants, athletic shorts, and leggings. We are also experiencing a shift towards more conservative lines … [Read more...]