By Emily Williams The man behind Central Alabama Theater is hoping to use his experiences and connections in "the biz" to inspire the arts community in Birmingham and its youth. Growing up in Gardendale, Carl Peoples never saw an acting career as a viable option for his life. He spent time singing with the youth choir at his Southern Baptist church but, living spitting … [Read more...]
Model Behavior: MBHS Student First Alabamian to Win Princeton Prize in Race Relations
By Emily Williams Spending a week in a YWCA of Central Alabama social justice leadership camp opened Katie Klasing’s eyes to the struggles people outside her hometown of Mountain Brook can face every day. She went home determined to share that understanding with her classmates at Mountain Brook High School. Her efforts have made Klasing the first Alabama resident to be … [Read more...]
Of Coaches and Logos: Times of Change Come to Vestavia
By Lee Davis The news at Vestavia Hills last week was all about two coaches and one new logo. First, the good news. Rebel athletic director Jeff Segars moved swiftly and decisively with the recommendation to the Board of Education to hire two new coaches to direct Vestavia’s boys basketball and wrestling programs. In both cases Segars was replacing veteran coaches with … [Read more...]
Storm Chaser: Oak Mountain Rallies to Upset Vestavia Hills
By Lee DavisA pair of storms dominated the Class 7A second round baseball playoff between heavily favored Vestavia Hills and Oak Mountain. The first involved the weather. The second involved the underdog Eagles. After losing Friday’s opener in a game shortened by a five-hour rain delay, Oak Mountain rallied for two dramatic victories Saturday to advance to the … [Read more...]
A Taste of Success: Local Chefs Gather for Annual Parkinson’s Association Fundraiser
Old Car Heaven turned into a culinary mecca April 21 for the Parkinson Association's annual Taste for a Cure fundraiser, benefitting UAB's medical research efforts to find a cure for Parkinson's disease. The fundraiser was organized by association Executive Director Mary T. Miller as well as a host committee. Serving as both emcee and auctioneer for the evening was Bob … [Read more...]