By Donna Cornelius Those who want to support Autism Awareness Month can do so by walking, running – and even eating. On April 16, the Autism Society of Alabama will host its Walk for Autism and 5K Race to Solve the Puzzle at Veterans Park in Hoover. The Birmingham event is one of 16 that will be held around the state in April. Early registration is now available at … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook High School: Carlton Cooper
By Sarah Kuper Headed into spring break of her senior year, Carlton Cooper had one thing on her mind – Mountain Brook's Relay for Life. On April 8, students, faculty and community members will gather on the high school field to celebrate survivors, honor victims and support caregivers. As the event's director for the high school, Cooper said she still has many details to … [Read more...]
John Carroll Catholic High School: Nick Weldon
By Sarah KuperAs a high school senior with a golf scholarship to St. Mary's University, it would seem Nick Weldon could rest on his laurels until graduation. But instead, Weldon is hard at work making calls, delivering fliers, organizing entertainment and spreading awareness about John Carroll High School's Relay for Life on April 15. Weldon is a leader in school in … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills High School: Ellie Barrentine
By Sarah Kuper A Vestavia Hills High School senior headed to Auburn University in the fall, Ellie Barrentine is busy with dance team, youth leadership and a cause close to her family's heart – Relay for Life. Barrentine is the granddaughter of Birmingham businessman and philanthropist Joe Lee Griffin. Griffin was a lifelong volunteer for the American Cancer Society and sat on … [Read more...]
Homewood High School: Ann Chandler Hassett
By Sarah Kuper Ann Chandler Hassett began her involvement with Relay for Life as a freshman at Homewood High School. Since then she has worked to secure sponsorships, line up entertainment and manage the logistics of three relays. Now in her senior year, Hassett is spending the last weeks before the April 22 event confirming details and organizing volunteers. She and her … [Read more...]