By Lee DavisThe official record will say that Smylie Kaufman of Vestavia Hills, Ala., shot a two-day total of 149 to miss the 36-hole cut in the 2014 United States Open Golf Championship.But the official record won’t say that Kaufman, a recent graduate of Louisiana State University, had the experience of a lifetime.“It was just awesome,” said Kaufman, also a … [Read more...]
Darwin’s Theory: Vestavia Resident Was Leader of Legendary Tide Defense
By Lee DavisDarwin Holt’s compact size, bright smile and friendly demeanor make it easy to forget that at one time he was perhaps the finest linebacker in college football. Holt was a member of the 1961 University of Alabama Crimson Tide, perhaps the most near-perfect team in the school’s illustrious football history. Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant was in the … [Read more...]
Vintage Karr: Ex-Homewood Star Still Loves to Play
By Lee DavisAbout 15 years ago, Palmer Karr was getting crucial hits and making big plays in the outfield for the Homewood Patriots.Today, most of Karr’s high school teammates are working in a myriad of fields, few of which have anything to do with baseball.Karr, who turned 32 last week, is still playing the game he loves. He is a star outfielder for the Grand … [Read more...]
Hoover Resident Competing in Summer Death Race
Hoover Resident Competing in Summer Death RaceA Hoover resident will compete in the Summer Death Race June 27 in Pittsfield, Vt.Bradley Wells will be one of 300 athletes from around the world to test his strength in the endurance event hosted by Peak Races.The obstacle and challenge-driven race will require Wells to complete grueling mental and physical … [Read more...]
Writer’s Share Benefit Concert
BirminghamWriter's Share Benefit ConcertJune 25WorkplayThe Writer's Share Concert benefitting the Literacy Council will be June 25 at Workplay. Tickets are $10 each and a portion of ticket sales will benefit the Literacy Council. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.workplay.com. … [Read more...]