By Donna Cornelius When Mitchell’s Place was being built more than 10 years ago, Sandy Naramore often would drive by to check out the progress. Naramore, who was a special education teacher at EPIC School, Cahaba Heights Elementary and Crestline Elementary, was excited to see the innovative facility on Overton Road take shape. She had a connection with Mitchell Meisler, for … [Read more...]
Iron Mike: Former Auburn, Dolphin Star Always Put Faith First
By Lee Davis Mike Kolen saw a lot of success on the football field. He played on bowl teams at Auburn University and has two Super Bowl championship rings. But football was never the most important thing in his life. As much as he enjoyed playing the game, his faith in God meant much more. “The Lord has been so good to me, but earthly rewards don’t mean anything compared to … [Read more...]
Living Faith: IPC Reflects on a Century of Service
By Emily Williams When Dr. Henry Edmonds walked across the street from South Highland Presbyterian Church Oct. 24, 1915, and was offered a space to worship with his followers at Temple Emanu-El, he began a church that has stood the test of time. Independent Presbyterian Church is recognizing its centennial this year, a milestone officials attribute to the importance the … [Read more...]
Sparkling Celebration: Summit and LJCC Host Area’s First Public Menorah Lighting
By Kaitlin Candelaria The Summit and the Levite Jewish Community Center are partnering to host the first public menorah lighting in Birmingham. The lighting will take place on Dec. 6 by Saks Fifth Avenue. The menorah lighting is a key part of launching the Hanukkah holiday in Jewish culture. Hanukkah, which also is known as the festival of lights, commemorates the victory of … [Read more...]
Happy to Help: Hoover Service Club Celebrates 40 Years
By Kaitlin Candelaria The Hoover Service Club is celebrating 40 years of improving the community. Started by Flora Mae Pike in May 1975, the club is dedicated to working tirelessly to raise money for others in the Hoover community. Throughout its 40 years of volunteering and fundraising, the group has been able to contribute more than $484,000 in donations and … [Read more...]