Allison O. Skinner of Vestavia Hills (pictured) is the recipient of the 2021 Nina Miglionico Paving the Way Award, presented by the Women Lawyers Section of the Birmingham Bar Association on Aug. 18.The 2021 ceremony was postponed due to COVID-19.“I’m very, very honored,” Skinner said.The award recognizes lawyers who have actively paved the way for success and … [Read more...]
Linly Heflin Fashion Show Set for October
The Linly Heflin Unit will celebrate its 63rd annual Scholarship Fashion Show on Oct. 12.The annual cocktail gala is the primary fundraiser for the organization and will be held at The Club. This year’s fashion show again will be coordinated with … [Read more...]
All-In: Designer Kenya Buchanan Traded Her Desk for Fashion Week in New York
By Anne RuisiBy 2013, Kenya Buchanan was so miserable working in the corporate world that one day she decided to just quit her job with an industrial distribution company.“In that cubicle, I was losing my mind,” the fashion designer and owner of Homewood atelier Kenya B said. “I quit cold turkey.”Now, she’s designing a luxurious gown that will be featured in the 2nd … [Read more...]
‘Our Doors Are Open to Everyone’: Newest Homewood Library Director Takes on Renovation, Expanding Program List
By Anne RuisiIn its 81 years, the Homewood Public Library has had just seven directors, with Judith Wright as its newest leader. “It’s an all-encompassing position. There are a lot of things you don’t learn about when you’re in library school,” Wright said, such as dealing with bills, and the painting and carpeting that are components of the library’s upcoming … [Read more...]
OTM Cities to Hold Patriot Day Programs
By Anne RuisiOver the Mountain municipalities are preparing to hold commemorative events to mark the 21st anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.Hoover will observe the anniversary Sept. 10 beginning at 9 a.m. with a ceremony and stair climb at the Riverchase Galleria. The ceremony will be held in the Galleria food court. Specific details of the event, … [Read more...]