By Emily Williams The human trafficking industry is ever-present in the life of anyone living close to an interstate, and Vestavia Hills is ready to do something about it. In an executive work session Nov. 18, the Vestavia Hills City Council met with representatives of the Children’s Policy Council of Jefferson County to see what can be done to classify the city as a … [Read more...]
Team Player: Dominant Carr Earns Player of the Year Honor as She Leads Mountain Brook to State Volleyball Title
By Rubin E. Grant Grace Carr doesn’t play volleyball for personal glory. For her, it’s all about the team. “Whenever I step on the court, I play for the team,” Carr said. “I don’t want to let anybody down.” Mountain Brook’s senior outside hitter didn’t let her team down for a moment this season. She brought her ‘A’ game to the court game in and game out. In fact, in her … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Hostess With the Mostest
By Sue Murphy Tis the season. Every year, when the “-ber” months roll around, the entertaining sap rises and you get this overwhelming urge to invite people to your home for food and frolic. It’s extremely contagious, I suspect, because all of the TV food network hosts are trotting out their glittery best. Personally, I would love to wheedle my way onto the Barefoot … [Read more...]
Santa’s Gurus on the Ground: George Jones – Snoozy’s Kids
By Emily WilliamsEditors note: Some toys picked may be available at more than one store, and prices may vary. Click for lists from Homewood Toy & Hobby and Smith's Variety. OTMJ: Do you remember your first day working in the toy Biz? George Jones: “We opened in 1988, primarily as a children’s bookstore with only a small section of toys. It was very … [Read more...]
Santa’s Gurus on the Ground: Tricia McCain – Homewood Toy & Hobby
By Emily WilliamsEditors note: Some toys picked may be available at more than one store, and prices may vary. Click for lists from Smith's Variety and Snoozy's Kids. OTMJ: Do you remember your first day working in the toy Biz? Tricia McCain: “I’ve been coming in here since I was four. I really did come to work with my parents and sat upstairs above the bike … [Read more...]