Participants of the ninth annual Pelham Polar Plunge came to Oak Mountain Saturday morning — some dressed in costumes — to support Special Olympics and to help raise awareness about the Inclusion Revolution.At the time of the plunge, the temperature outside was 40 degrees Fahrenheit. That didn't stop plungers from running full speed toward the water. After giving one of the … [Read more...]
Emmet O’Neal Hosts Annual Burns Night Celebrating Scotland’s National Poet
A festive evening of dining, music and poetry was had by all as Emmet O'Neal Library hosted a Burns Night celebration. Tartan-clad guests gathered were welcomed to the venue by bagpipers to celebrate Scotland's National Poet, Robert Burns, and the country's proud literary history. A grand Scottish feast commenced with a Selkirk Grace, which has been attributed to … [Read more...]
IN PHOTOS: BHEC Fashion Show Showcases Student Designs Inspired by Holocaust Victim’s Sketches
"Inspirations from the Past," a fashion show hosted by Gus Mayer at the Summit, showcased the work of nine University of Alabama apparel design students, inspired by sketches of Hedy Strnad.Strnad was a talented dressmaker in Prague in the 1930s. When Hitler's army invaded Czechoslovakia, the Strnads attempted to emigrate to the United States. Hedy's husband, Paul, send … [Read more...]
Back in Pink : Caudle Joins the Crowd of Men Ready to Don Pink to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer in February
By Rubin E. GrantNeil Caudle has little pink in his wardrobe, but that’s going to change next month. The former Spain Park and Auburn University quarterback will take part in the American Cancer Society’s Real Men Wear Pink of Birmingham fundraiser during February. “When I wear pink, I’m breaking a (wardrobe) rule,” Caudle said with a laugh. Caudle can thank a … [Read more...]
Academic Accountability: MBHS Science Teacher Takes on V2V Training with Help From His Students
By Emily Williams It takes a village to raise a child, an African proverb attests, but Mountain Brook High School science teacher Walter Rogers is hoping his students will take on the job of helping him raise his fitness level. Rogers is beginning to train for the Village 2 Village Run, a 7.5K being held March 9. He’s looking for students in his advanced placement biology … [Read more...]