By Blake Ells The Vestavia Hills girls soccer team has built quite a dynasty under coach Brigid Meadow.They’ve won two 7A state championships, including last season’s, and two 6A state championships under her guidance during the past 15 seasons. Meadow credits the leadership of her senior class with the team’s success. That class includes Anna … [Read more...]
Undefeated Homewood Boys Soccer Team Chasing Another Title, Not Streak
By Rubin E. Grant Homewood boys soccer coach Sean McBride would like for his team to fly under the radar.But that’s nearly impossible, considering the Patriots are the defending Class 6A champions, are ranked No. 1 this season and haven’t lost a game in nearly two years.The Patriots went into spring break last week with an 11-0-3 record. They were also … [Read more...]
Garden Variety: Master Gardener Karen Mitchell Shares Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale Vegetable Offerings
By Emily Williams Whether or not you sport a verdant thumb, all levels of gardener can find something to suit their needs at the 50th annual Birmingham Botanical Gardens Spring Plant Sale, on April 12-14.What began as an annual celebration of plants, dubbed “Fiesta,” has grown to become one of the Friends of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ major fundraisers. … [Read more...]
In The Doghouse
By Sue Murphy Puppy update: I am happy to report that Dave is making steady progress. He is growing in size and strength and sometimes wisdom. If Cesar Millan decides to make a snap inspection, we will fail miserably, but in amateur circles, I think we are doing just fine.As with having a toddler, I’ve had to make some changes to my house. There are no shoes on … [Read more...]
Mexican Food With a Flair: Bluff Park Resident to Open New Restaurant Concept in Downtown Homewood
By Ingrid Howard When Bluff Park resident Hal Craig learned that Jackson’s Bar and Bistro would be closing its doors, he said he felt led to open his own restaurant in the location.Now, he and his wife are renovating the space in preparation for the opening of Tostadas, a Mexican restaurant concept the Craigs created and are bringing to Homewood.“We prayed … [Read more...]