By Sarah KuperAt 20 weeks pregnant, Liz Rich was delighted to learn she would be having a baby boy. Then during the appointment, the doctor’s tone quickly turned serious. The baby was diagnosed with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia, a potentially lethal condition affecting fetal lung development. But today, 10-year-old Par Rich is doing well and actively helping to bring … [Read more...]
Quiet Strength: Christian Author’s New Book Promotes Humility
By Sarah KuperChristian writer and speaker Richard Simmons has published eight books dealing with topics such as wisdom, success and effective living. Now he’s taking on the damaging effects of pride and discussing how to take active steps toward humility.Simmons is the creator of the Center for Executive Leadership – a nonprofit organization that offers biblical … [Read more...]
Decision on Proposed Condo Development on Overton Road Delayed Until December
By Sam PrickettA contentious debate over a proposed development on Overton Road is expected to continue into December meetings of both the Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills city councils.Developer Ron Durham is requesting the rezoning of properties along Fairhaven Lane in Mountain Brook and Poe Street in Vestavia Hills so that he can construct a 41-unit condominium … [Read more...]
Advancing Lions: Briarwood Heads to 5A Semifinals With Dreams of Reclaiming Title
By Blake EllsBriarwood Christian’s defense proved too stout for Etowah in the quarterfinals – allowing just 181 yards – and the Lions remained unbeaten with a 31-0 victory. They advance to meet St. Clair County in the 5A semifinals.The Blue Devils successfully contained the Briarwood Christian running game, but the Lions found other ways to create … [Read more...]
Jingle All the Way
By Sue Murphy I heard a toddler singing “Jingle Bells” in the aisle at the grocery store last week, an unmistakable signal that the Christmas season is upon us. With all my plotting and planning for Christmas, I hadn’t even turned on the radio, but, since the bells had officially been jingled, I hurried home and broke out my Christmas CD stash. My daughter rolls her eyes … [Read more...]