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 marks the 35th year that the women’s service organization has partnered with Gus Mayer to host its annual fashion show, which will be held on Oct. 17 at The Club. Members of the … [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...]
Making a Difference: Emma’s Circle Brings in Leigh Anne Tuohy for Event to Fund CASA
By Ingrid Howard When the Alabama Legislature cut all funding for the Court Appointed Special Advocates program several years ago, a group of women started Emma’s Circle to find a way to financially support the program. The group decided to host a luncheon and invite speakers who had benefited from the CASA program. That first luncheon was held in 2012 at WorkPlay and was a … [Read more...]