By Kaitlin CandelariaWe Love Homewood Day is an all-day event on May 2 celebrating all that the city has to offer.The event, which dates back over 30 years, is an annual tradition for many in Homewood. All proceeds benefit the Homewood High School band.“Different people take different aspects of the day,” said Rusty Holley, parks and recreation superintendent. “We … [Read more...]
Celebrate Hoover Day Set for May 2
By Kaitlin CandelariaHoover residents are invited to come celebrate all the city of Hoover has to offer on May 2 at Veteran’s Park for the annual Celebrate Hoover Day.The event began eight years ago as a 40th birthday celebration for the city. Because of the success of the event, it has become an annual festival for Hoover residents to celebrate their city.“We want … [Read more...]
Miracle Run: OTM League Gives Every Kid a Chance
Anyone who has gotten cynical about the direction of baseball in recent years needs to learn about the Miracle League. Even a brief look at this special organization will remind even the most skeptical fan of the real importance of sports and sportsmanship.The league, founded in Georgia in 2000, gives youngsters with mental and physical disabilities a chance to enjoy … [Read more...]
Perfect Record: Vestavia Rotarian Has Attended Meetings from Birmingham to Switzerland
By Kaitlin CandelariaLindy Martin has perfect attendance at the Vestavia Hills Rotary Club -- a feat that wouldn’t be nearly as impressive if he hadn’t been a member for over 40 years.Martin is a charter member of the club, which meets every Friday at noon. If members are unable to attend a meeting, they are given the opportunity to “make up” that meeting at another … [Read more...]
Special Deliveries: Katie’s Plates Brings Healthy Meals to Customers’ Doors
By Donna CorneliusKatie Strickland’s goal is her own show on the Food Network. She also wouldn’t mind owning a restaurant – maybe two.“I’d like to have one restaurant with healthy food and another where I can go all out with no limitations,” she said.Those may be lofty ambitions. But Strickland already owns her own thriving food business. And she’s only 24 years … [Read more...]