By Wendy Wallace JohnsonThis year’s anniversary, celebrating two decades of Antiques at the Gardens, recognizes three honorees whose involvement dates to its earliest days. Margot Shaw, Richard Keith Langham and Bart McCorquodale have all left indelible marks on the event, while continuing to contribute to the weekend’s evolution into the buzz-worthy, vibrant and … [Read more...]

Leon Maisel, a professor and author from Mobile, will be at the Barnes & Noble Summit on Saturday, June 6th from 2-4 p.m. to sign his debut novel of historical fiction titled Normandy, Echoes in Blood.From the blood-soaked beaches of World War II Normandy to the fog-shrouded waters off the French coast where a little-known American Civil War naval battle once raged — … [Read more...]

Golfing for GoodEnjoy a day of individual and team golfing benefiting the Arc of Central Alabama. When: June 11, 10:30am Where: Greystone Golf and Country ClubAlabama State Games Opening CeremonyCome welcome athletes to a weekend of games, competition and community at Legacy Arena. When: June 12, 7-9pm; games June 12-14 Where: Legacy Arena … [Read more...]

By Nick Derzis Few events have shaped Hoover’s identity like the SEC Baseball Tournament. What began in 1998 as a new opportunity for our city has become a staple event throughout the South. Each year, baseball fans and families from across the Southeastern Conference converge on the Hoover Met to enjoy one of the premier events in college sports. Before … [Read more...]

By Nausicaa ChuThe woman ascending the steps of the Victorian-style house on 14th Avenue South had an outwardly stable life – married in her 30s with three children. But nightmares had haunted her for years. She experienced night sweats, sleep disturbances, and anxiety.The Victorian-style house belongs to Oasis Counseling for Women and Children. Oasis is a nonprofit … [Read more...]