By Rubin E. GrantSpain Park wrestler Yasmine Oliveira had the most rewarding month of her life in May.At the beginning of the month, she traveled to Brazil and earned a spot on the U20 (Junior) Brazilian National Wrestling team for the United World Wrestling Pan-American Junior Championships July 8-10 in Oaxtepec, Mexico.She signed a wrestling … [Read more...]
Cashing In: Auburn Players Form Football Camp Company Following NIL Decision
By Rubin E. Grant Jake Levant figured he didn’t have the fame to cash in on his name when the ruling came down that NCAA college athletes would have the opportunity to benefit from their name, image and likeness, more widely known as NIL. But that didn’t mean the former Vestavia Hills football player wouldn’t find a way to profit from the decision that took effect July … [Read more...]
Yard to Table: Local Master Gardener Karen Mitchell Discusses How to Start Your Own Vegetable Garden
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw Spring is typically an exciting time for Karen Mitchell, a longtime Birmingham Botanical Garden and Aldridge Gardens volunteer and local master gardener. This year, she was glad that the BBG’s Spring Plant Sale persevered, but going virtual isn’t the same as meeting in person. Mitchell’s duties for the annual sale are to pick out the varieties of … [Read more...]
Going Out on Top: Nichols Retiring as Mountain Brook Volleyball Coach After Back-to-Back State Titles
By Rubin E. Grant Vickie Nichols still loves volleyball, but now she’s ready to do something else. Nichols has announced that she is retiring as Mountain Brook’s head coach at the end of the school year. “Volleyball is my passion, but it’s not my life,” Nichols said. “My life has always been faith, family and mission and serving people.” Nichols’ coaching career has spanned … [Read more...]
Sunset Celebration: BBG’s Birmingham Blooms Will Be a Special Night for Supporters
By Donna CorneliusIn past years, Antiques at the Gardens has been one of the most anticipated annual events at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The multi-day autumn extravaganza has featured antiques dealers, artists and artisans, designers, speakers, authors, and tastemakers – and it’s typically drawn a crowd of people eager to buy, learn and be entertained. Current … [Read more...]