By Kim BryanJournal contributorIt’s a new season of gridiron spectacle for the Homewood High School Patriot Band, which takes an unprecedented step with its newest halftime show. This year’s on-field presentation pays tribute to two of the band's own–Annie Laura Burton and the late William “Buddy” Wade, longtime supporters of the award-winning ensemble. It’s the first … [Read more...]
Changes for Cahaba Heights
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorCity officials in Vestavia Hills recently announced a project they hope will jumpstart new development in the Cahaba Heights community.And it's a plan that's generating buzz from both longtime and new Cahaba Heights business owners.On Aug. 11, the Vestavia City Council approved the sale of city-owned property on Dolly Ridge Road … [Read more...]
Showers of Blessings
By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorBuckets of ice cold water being dumped on suspecting victims represent showers of blessings to Kevin Turner of Vestavia Hills.“It is a huge blessing,” he said of the Ice Bucket Challenge craze. “People still may not know what ALS is, but at least now they have heard of it. That was more than I could say when I was … [Read more...]
FEED Conference in Birmingham
BirminghamFEED ConferenceOct. 17-19Architecture Works The first FEED Conference, a celebration of the intersection of food and culture, is set for Oct. 17-19 in Birmingham. The event, planned by Cookthink founder Chip Brantley, includes an opening night party plus speakers and a marketplace at the SawWorks space at Architecture Works in downtown Birmingham. The … [Read more...]
Magic City AIDS Walk
BirminghamMagic City AIDS WalkSept. 28, 3-6 pm.Avondale ParkThe 23rd annual Magic City AIDS Walk will be from 3-6 p.m. Sept. 28 at Avondale Park in Birmingham. The event is produced and managed by Birmingham AIDS Outreach. The family-friendly event will include a guest emcee as well as live music and choir performances. There will be a vendor fair from 3-5 p.m. … [Read more...]