By Emily WilliamsMountain Brook’s Steeple Arts Academy will be transformed from studio to Jersey Shore for Central Alabama Theater’s “The Bikinis: a new musical beach party,” opening with a 7:30 p.m. show on July 27.Finishing off the 2016-17 season, the musical tells the story of four girls from a singing group who reunite after 20 years to relive their … [Read more...]
A Patch of Green: Community Members Push for Pocket Park in Downtown Homewood
By Sarah Kuper Ever since the Homewood City Council decided to move forward on a new public safety building in West Homewood, residents have been wondering what will happen to the current downtown facility. Now one group is ramping up support for turning the site into a public green space. “We already have a thriving commercial center. Now is the ideal moment to explore a … [Read more...]
Call Him ‘Coach’ Homewood: Alum Conner Rivers Racks Up Baseball Accolades in His Senior Collegiate Year
By Tyler Waldrep The cheers were deafening. Only moments before, Martin Methodist baseball coach Jody Evans had asked the kids at the baseball camp the school was hosting to make some noise for their favorite coach. As Evans worked his way down the line of coaches, he couldn’t help but grin. He knew all along the kids were going to pick Conner Rivers. “People are drawn to … [Read more...]
OTM School Systems Adapt to Growing Student Populations
By Emily Williams Across the Over the Mountain area, public school systems have been taking advantage of the summer season to make improvements on their facilities. Whether renovating existing structures or adding new ones, Homewood, Hoover, Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills are making room to accommodate their growing student bodies and faculty. Homewood The Homewood City … [Read more...]
Journey of Hope: United Ability Hosts Inaugural Event to Build Awareness and Acceptance
By Sarah Kuper United Ability will host its first Journey of Hope event Aug. 5. Formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham, United Ability is replacing the outdated telethon fundraiser with a snazzier evening at Birmingham’s recently polished jewel, the Lyric Theatre. In addition to wine, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, attendees will hear stories of UA families and … [Read more...]