Hoover resident Jessa Garrett is celebrating the upcoming release of her first novel, titled “Timeless: The Becoming of a Teenage Witch.”The story follows Emlyn Perry, who finds out after the passing of her mother that she has a secret lineage of Celtic magic in her past. As she accepts her magical powers, she becomes the target of a dark coven of witches.The book is a … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Finishes First in Heart of Dixie Wrestling Tournament
On Fri., Dec. 28, and Saturday, Dec. 29, high school wrestlers from across the state competed in the Heart of Dixie Wrestling Tournament at Vestavia Hills High School. Vestavia's team finished first in the tournament, with an overall score of 947. Other OTM wrestling teams who competed were Hoover, who placed third with 590 points; Oak Mountain, who placed … [Read more...]
The Birmingham Zoo Recycling Christmas Trees for 11th Year
Starting now through Jan. 10, the Birmingham Zoo has a designated tree drop area for visitors and residents to recycle their Christmas Trees.This year will mark the 11th year that the Birmingham Zoo, City of Mountain Brook, visitors and residents have worked together to recycle Christmas Trees. The zoo receives hundreds of trees every year, according to a press release. The … [Read more...]
Homewood High School Soccer Coach Named Coach of the Year
Homewood High School Coach Sean McBride was named the 2018 Spring South Region High School Coach of the Year by the United Soccer Coaches.United Soccer Coaches honors national and regional coaches of the year for high school coaches. All winners receive a plaque in honor of their achievement and are honored at the annual Convention.This recognition for Coach McBride and … [Read more...]
Ballet Women’s Committee Hosts 51st Annual Poinsettia Debutante Ball
Photos by Jordan Wald. The Ballet Women’s Committee and Poinsettia Men’s Club hosted the 51st Annual Poinsettia Debutante Ball on Dec. 27 at Vestavia Country Club. Thirty-four debutantes were dressed in white gowns and carried bouquets of red poinsettias. They were presented at 8 p.m. in the ballroom to an overflowing crowd. These young ladies were nominated in the spring of … [Read more...]