By Donna Cornelius Some people are enticed into making career changes by fatter paychecks, better working hours or attractive benefits. Ann Taylor Pittman was lured into a new job by lasagna. Of course, there’s a little more to the story than that. Pittman, Cooking Light magazine’s executive food editor, attended Mississippi State University in her home state. She majored … [Read more...]
A Freshman No More: Rep. David Faulkner Heads Back to Montgomery Hoping for a More Efficient Session
By Sarah KuperThe Alabama legislative session started this month and legislators are hopeful it will be more productive and less frustrating than the regular and special sessions in 2015. Over the Mountain state Rep. David Faulkner, R-Mountain Brook, is headed into his second year in the House. Representing parts of Homewood, Mountain Brook, Hoover and Vestavia Hills, … [Read more...]
Heart Healthy Resolve: Tenet Health CEO Honored at American Heart Association Heart Ball
By Sarah Kuper Alabama ranks No. 2 in the nation for the number of deaths related to cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association. But this year's Heart Ball honoree, Garry Gause, said he firmly believes the work the association is doing locally can help Alabamians improve their heart health. "The education the association has done throughout the … [Read more...]
A Family Affair: Marathon Runner Goes the Distance to Honor Superhero Daughter
By Sarah KuperIt's a big month in the McCalley household. Every February for the past 12 years, Will McCalley has run the Mercedes Marathon benefiting the Bell Center. At first, Will ran the race because he loved running. It is how he met his wife and it has been his hobby since his early 30s. But for the past five years, being a BellRunner has been indicative of … [Read more...]
A Whole New World: Krewe Ball Queen Carolyn McCalley, King Thomas Amason Reign Supreme
Guests were transported to an Arabian night in Agrabah at the 49th annual Beaux Arts Krewe Ball. The Aladdin-themed event was held Feb. 5 at Birmingham's Boutwell Auditorium and benefitted the Birmingham Museum of Art. This year, 30 young women were presented, escorted by their fathers and members of the Krewe. Though they didn't arrive on a magic carpet, King Dr. Thomas … [Read more...]