By Anne RuisiMore than 100 confirmed speakers are scheduled to attend the 2023 International Peace Conference set for May 4-6 at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex North Exhibition Hall.“It will be bringing the international spotlight to Birmingham, Alabama, for educating and connecting people,” event chairman Will Ratliff told members of the Birmingham Rotary … [Read more...]

By Anne RuisiMacey the golden retriever stretched out on the wide carpet in an office corridor at UAB Hospital and immediately perked up as nurse Paige Batson and office worker Megan Padilla arrived and started petting her.“It’s probably one of the best things UAB provides for us,” Batson said. “Sometimes you come into work automatically stressed and this is a moment of … [Read more...]

By Anne RuisiFor the second consecutive year, Shades Mountain Baptist Church is holding an Easter Egg Hunt for people with disabilities.The event, on April 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon, is open to children and adults of all ages, said Amy Kirby, the church’s special needs minister.“We try to support families and make their lives easier and fun,” Kirby said.The event … [Read more...]

By Susan SwaglerBirmingham filmmakers continue to capture the public’s attention and win awards.Alabama native Davis Browne is celebrating accolades for his new film, “Capsules.” Browne, who grew up in Mountain Brook and attended The Altamont School, co-wrote and starred in the indie film that is now streaming on Apple TV+. The film premiered at The Philip K. Dick … [Read more...]

By Rubin E. GrantDr. Aaron Casp didn’t see himself becoming an economist, although he has a degree in economics from Princeton.He was more interested in sports medicine, considering he had been around athletics most of his life and wrestled at Princeton. He witnessed firsthand how trainers and doctors helped athletes return to action following an injury.So, after … [Read more...]