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State Legislature Honors Sikes Shoes

November 25, 2014

A longtime Homewood business was recently honored by the state Legislature.Paul DeMarco issued a proclamation from the state Legislature commending Sikes Children's Shoes for its 60 years in business.Owner Laura Player accepted the proclamation. Homewood Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tricia Ford was on hand to offer congratulations.The store first … [Read more...]

Posh Pet Place to Open in Homewood

November 25, 2014

Posh Pet Place Will Open in DecemberFour-legged Over the Mountain residents will soon have a new place to get a resort-style experience.Merritt Milam has announced plans to open Wags 'n Whiskers Comprehensive Pet Care at 2804 Crescent Ave. in downtown Homewood in December.The business will offer dogs and cats an experience "defined by compassionate care, … [Read more...]

Rotary Club Salutes Vestavia City Employees

November 25, 2014

By Keysha DrexelJournal editorThe Rotary Club of Vestavia Hills recently honored several city employees for their service to the community.The club's annual awards ceremony for Police Officer of the Year, Firefighter of the Year and Civic Employee of the Year was held Oct. 24.Vestavia Hills Police Chief Dan Rary was on hand to present the 2014 Police Officer … [Read more...]

Alpha Church Supply Has New Home

November 25, 2014

November has been a month of celebrations for Alpha Church Supply in Homewood.The business capped off its 30th year with an open house event at its new store at 121 West Valley Ave. Nov. 9.Dozens of well-wishers mingled, shopped and toured the new store. The festivities wrapped up with a blessing of the building and the business by Chorbishop Richard Saad from St. … [Read more...]

’Twas the Night Between Christmases

November 25, 2014

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, or in my case, two Christmases.Mid-December, I’ll be hosting my Bunco group’s Christmas party. We always have a great time. We don’t even play Bunco, just skip to everyone’s favorite part – the eating and drinking. The food portion is easy since everyone brings an hors d’oeuvre, but as hostess I’m in charge of the night’s … [Read more...]

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