By Lee DavisThirty-six years have passed since Gib McEachran first set foot on the campus of Vestavia Hills High School, but he remembers the moment like yesterday.McEachran’s family had just moved to Vestavia from Memphis, where he had been a star athlete at Christian Brothers High School. The rising senior wasn’t sure what to make of his new school until the bell rang … [Read more...]
Bank President Supports ZooGala
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorGreg King of Mountain Brook knows the Birmingham Zoo is a great place to take business clients and other out-of-town guests for an educational and unique introduction to the area.But IberiaBank's regional president of Alabama said he has an even more personal reason for supporting the Birmingham Zoo these days."My son, Wells, … [Read more...]
Hoover’s Bill Pearson Is Finalist for National Award
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorA Hoover resident is one of three finalists for a national community service award.Bill Pearson, a member and past president of the Autism Society of Alabama board of directors, has been announced as a finalist in the eighth annual Invest in Others Community Leadership Awards in the Community Service Award category.Pearson and … [Read more...]
FLIP Burger Has Summer Specials
Now through Labor Day, all four FLIP locations—including the one at The Summit in Birmingham—will offer specials to celebrate summer.“FLIP burger boutique always offers a burger of the month, seasonal sides, off the menu favorites and ever-changing daily additions. We decided July and August were the perfect months to do even more,” said Rick Tasman, the company’s chief … [Read more...]
If I Should Die…
By Sue MurphyIt didn’t seem possible, and yet, there he was–Michael Jackson performing at the Billboard Music Awards. It was a flashy number, too, with glitter and lights and backup dancers. The kicker is that the pop star was…well, dead.The word “dead” seems so harsh, doesn’t it? Passed away? No longer with us? Maybe. All I know is that a lot of passed … [Read more...]