By Ana Good Much to the delight of holiday enthusiasts, the beloved Crestline Christmas Shoppe is once again open for business. Jan Cobb, one of the shop’s owners, said that ever since she and Susie Hammers shuttered the store’s picture window back in 2012, she has been asked repeatedly when and if the Christmas Shoppe at the heart of Mountain Brook’s Crestline Village would … [Read more...]
GBHS Rallies to Maintain Animal Control
By Kaitlin Candelaria An Oct. 13 meeting of the Jefferson County Personnel Board could have large repercussions for the Greater Birmingham Humane Society. GBHS has been working with Jefferson County for nine months as an independent contractor to manage the county’s animal control. However, the continuation of that contract has come under question. According to a press … [Read more...]
Mike’s Message: Royer Brings Laughter, Tears to Hoover Chamber Luncheon
By Kaitlin Candelaria Mike Royer brought on laughter and tears at this month’s Hoover Chamber Luncheon, at which he was the featured speaker. Royer, a prolific Birmingham newscaster, left his position at NBC 13 in June. He is now honoring the six-month no-compete clause of his contract, during which he is fulfilling speaking engagements. Although Royer has said not to rule … [Read more...]
Keep Your Eye on the Ball: New Business Helps Athletes See Better
By Lee DavisGood eyesight has played a major role in careers of famous athletes.Baseball legend Babe Ruth’s vision allegedly was so good that he could read the label of a 78 RPM record while it was revolving on a phonograph player. Ted Williams, the last major leaguer to complete a regular season with a batting average higher than .400, claimed that he could follow the … [Read more...]
From Arugula to Zuchinni: J&S Produce Brings Its Bountiful Harvest to Homewood
By Donna CorneliusIf you ask Jason Davidson what fruits and vegetables you’ll find at his Homewood produce stand, you may want to pull up a chair.It’s a pretty long list that ranges from arugula to zucchini.“Almost everything we sell is grown by my family in Chilton county,” Davidson said.He and his wife, Sheila, live in Clanton. But on Tuesdays, Thursdays and … [Read more...]