By Emily WilliamsAs freshmen arrive on campus Aug. 26 and start classes Aug. 29, Samford University President Andrew Westmoreland said that he has more to be proud of this year than any of his 10 previous first days of school. The university is entering its 175th year with the largest freshman class in its history and two new buildings for the College of Health … [Read more...]
Over the Mountain Retailers Nominated for State Award
By Sarah Kuper The Alabama Retail Association has announced that two Mountain Brook businesses are finalists for the Alabama Retailer of the Year award. Marguerite’s Conceits, a linens and gift shop in Mountain Brook Village, and Once Upon a Time, a “Southern baby” boutique with locations in Crestline Village and Homewood, are in the running along with a dozen other … [Read more...]
A Sporting Chance: Hoover Doctor’s Study Shows Surgery Improves Recuperation From Shoulder Injuries
By Sarah Kuper Before becoming an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in athletic and arthritic conditions, Tyler Marshall was a varsity athlete at Hoover High School. So he said he knows the pressures of high school sports, especially in Alabama. “I understand the scenario – it’s Johnny’s senior year, he is the team captain, his shoulder comes out of socket and all everyone … [Read more...]
Brand Name: Chestin Jones Expected to Lead Patriot Offense in 2016
By Lee DavisOne of the first things you notice about Homewood’s Chestin Jones is his unusual first name. “My father’s name is Chester,” Jones explained last week. “When I was born, they didn’t want to name me ‘Chester,’ but they wanted something similar. So they came up with ‘Chestin.’” If you see Jones on the football field, the first thing you might notice is his … [Read more...]
Going for Gold: Girl Scout Raises Awareness about State Park Funding Amendment
By Sarah Kuper Maddie Hoaglund won’t be quite old enough to vote on Nov. 8, but she is doing her part to raise awareness about an amendment on the ballot. As part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project, the high school senior is holding an event Sept. 24 at Oak Mountain State Park to highlight issues behind Amendment 2. The amendment concerns the reallocation of state park … [Read more...]