By June Mathews Giving, it’s often said, is good for the soul. But Make-A-Wish Alabama’s Trailblaze Challenge takes charitable involvement to a whole new level. Through individual efforts to raise money for granting the wishes of more than 300 children with critical illnesses, Trailblaze Challenge participants benefit in body and soul. A fitness program and a fundraiser … [Read more...]
A New Hope: Glenwood Campaign Funds the Finishing Touches for New Cottages
By Emily Williams Capstone Collegiate Communities has finished the construction of three new cottages for Glenwood Autism and Behavioral Center that will provide residences for 16 adults with special needs. “It’s a very exciting project that feels really good when you know that you’re providing not just a house, but home for people who otherwise might have a hard time … [Read more...]
Purple Parking for Veterans: Area Businessman Brings Wounded Warrior Project to Birmingham
By Sarah Kuper Chris Ajlouney is a busy man. He is an owner of several area Piggly Wigglys, he plays an active role in the revitalization of Birmingham neighborhoods, and he owns rental properties in the Eastlake and Woodlawn areas. But he said one of the most meaningful and fulfilling things he has done lately is provide designated parking spaces at his businesses as part of … [Read more...]
BSC’s Berte Wins Jemison Visionary Award, Credits Birmingham’s Civic Spirit
By Sarah Kuper Dr. Neal Berte, president emeritus of Birmingham-Southern College, will receive the Jemison Visionary Award at the Jan. 23 Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce Luncheon. Berte served as president of BSC for more than 28 years, seeing the institution through hard times and many changes. A prominent figure in higher education, Berte was dean of the New College and … [Read more...]
Restocking Stuffers
By Sue MurphyI had a wonderful holiday season. There was fun and frivolity, and my living room rug came through relatively unscathed. Now, however, we have turned a page in the calendar and it is time to get back to grownup life with schedules and responsibilities of some sort.For chronic organizers like me, this can come as a relief. After several weeks of … [Read more...]