By Rubin E. Grant Conner Eberhardt was just a toddler when he became interested in playing baseball. His older brother Reece was playing the sport, and Eberthardt said, “I wanted to get out and try it. I was 2 or 3, about the time I could walk.” When Reece got to high school, he had switched sports, playing soccer for Spain Park. But this time, Eberhardt didn’t follow in his … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Personal Infrastructure
By Sue Murphy Grateful. Thankful. Amazingly, those are the words I’ve heard most since the tornadoes descended on us a few weeks back. The storms themselves were terrifying. Dave and I spent the night hunkered down in the basement bathroom. My cable and internet went out, so my daughter sent text updates: “Now in Shelby County.” “Headed right for you.” It was … [Read more...]
Honoring A Legacy: Samford’s Legacy League Celebrates Outgoing Executive Director Jeanna Westmoreland’s 15 Years of Service
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw Dry eyes were hard to come by in the ballroom at Vestavia Country Club on April 8 as the Legacy League dedicated its membership meeting to celebrating the tenure of Samford University first lady Dr. Jeanna Westmoreland, who has served as executive director of the organization for the past 15 years. This summer, she will retire alongside her … [Read more...]
Play Hard: Young Bucs Boys Soccer Team Finally Getting a Chance at a Repeat
By Rubin E. Grant The Hoover Bucs figured their best chance to defend their 2019 Class 7A boys soccer state championship was in 2020. With 13 seniors on their roster, the Bucs were off to a hot start with an 8-0-2 record. Then, the COVID-19 pandemic forced a pause and eventually the cancellation of the rest of season. “It was hugely disappointing,” Hoover coach Kris … [Read more...]
Overcome Evil With Good: Family of the Late Megan Montgomery to Create Fund for Domestic Violence Prevention Programs
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw In the words of Haruki Murakami, “Death is not the opposite of life, but a part of it.” On Dec. 1, 2019, Megan Montgomery was shot and killed at the age of 31 by her estranged husband, former Hoover police officer Jason McIntosh. She was a victim of domestic violence. Yet Montgomery’s personal mission to help those in need lives … [Read more...]