By June MatthewsSometimes a journey of hope is a 3-year-old boy with Down syndrome walking with the aid of a gait trainer to his new preschool class. A friendly group of grown-ups – later identified as teachers – are standing at the door, cheering him on. “Welcome, David!” they cry out.A journey of hope is also his mommy walking alongside him with tears in her … [Read more...]
‘Grinder’: Homewood’s Peters Acing Summer Golf Tournaments
By Rubin E. GrantJonathan Peters had a decision to make about what sport he wanted to play following his freshman year at Homewood High School.He chose golf over baseball.“I enjoyed being on the golf course more than playing baseball and I enjoyed being around the people on the golf course,” Peters said.Besides, his older brother Joshua Peters was headed into … [Read more...]
Hoover Fishing Buddies Head to Bassmaster High School Championship
By Rubin E. GrantGavin Seewald was 12 years old when he went fishing for the first time. Little did he know it would become his passion.“I went on a deep sea fishing trip with my older brother and we caught a ton of fish,” Seewald said. “I really enjoyed it and then I started fishing.”Seewald learned that Hoover High School had a fishing team and decided to join it … [Read more...]
Dream Opportunity: Former Spain Park Outfielder Ledbetter Embarks on Pro Career With Tampa Bay Rays
By Rubin E. GrantColton Ledbetter has gone to Florida, but he’s not on a beach vacation, or a fishing trip or a scuba diving trip.Ledbetter is in the Sunshine State to begin his professional baseball career.The Tampa Bay Rays selected the former Spain Park outfielder in the second round of the Major League Baseball draft two weeks ago. He was the 55th player … [Read more...]
All-Star MVPs: Spartans’ Roy Gives Furry Friend Reason to Celebrate; Schwefler, Davis Also Earn MVP Awards
By Rubin E. Grant Pippa Roy has traveled extensively this summer, playing in various tennis tournaments. At every stop, Chanel has been right there with her. And no matter how Roy has done, win or lose, Chanel has been there to support and comfort her. Chanel is a furry friend, a 3-year-old Persian cat that has been a constant companion for Roy since she was a kitten. “She … [Read more...]