By Emily Williams Birmingham’s Smile-A-Mile is entering 2017 with a new home and new branding to match. Formerly known as Camp Smile-A-Mile, the organization that began 32 years ago by providing a summer camp for children battling pediatric cancer, survivors and their families has grown to serve its participants year-round through support programs and activities. “Our … [Read more...]
Triple Play: Three-Time Champs Lead All-OTM Volleyball Team
By Lee Davis The third time was a charm for Mountain Brook in 2016, as the Lady Spartans won the state 7A volleyball championship. Of course, the first and second times were charms as well, as Mountain Brook also claimed the crown in 2014 and 2015. Three titles in a row? Some people might call that a dynasty. Whatever you call the winning streak, it’s an incredible run of … [Read more...]
A Focus on Prevention: Mountain Brook Couple Promote Heart Health as 30th Anniversary Heart Ball Honorees
By Sarah Kuper When Dr. Derrill Crowe was approached to be the 2017 Heart Ball honoree, he said he would do it, but only if his wife was an honoree as well. For the 30th anniversary of the event, which benefits the American Heart Association, organizers thought it was fitting to have Derrill and his wife, Cameron, as hosts and honorees. “So many people have poured into this … [Read more...]
Advanced Placement: Homewood’s Cooley Named Secondary Teacher of the Year
By Emily Williams Homewood City Schools recently named its Teachers of the Year, selecting Homewood High School’s Michele Cooley as the top among secondary teachers. “To be able to teach and teach well, one must acquire over time a variety of characteristics and traits that afford the educator the opportunity to be successful,” HHS Principal Dr. Zack Barnes said. “Mrs. Cooley … [Read more...]
Success is Green: Mountain Brook Snags 23rd Tree City USA Designation
By Annie Howard Mountain Brook’s done it again. For the 23rd year in a row, the community has been named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. Mountain Brook also accepted its 15th Growth Award from the Foundation. Both of the foundation’s awards recognize a strong commitment to tree care. As a Tree City USA, Mountain Brook met four core standards. It had: an Arbor … [Read more...]