By Ally MorrisonEstablished in 1922, the Junior League of Birmingham is celebrating 100 years of service, leadership, partnerships and development of women’s potential. In 1916, a service group from St. Mary’s Church focused on supporting servicemen who were called to fight at the Mexican-American border. Calling themselves “Volunteer Relief,” they collected … [Read more...]

By Ally MorrisonStudents and faculty of Unless U are excited to host the second annual Unless U Got Talent May 14 at the Lyric Theatre. Students of Unless U are partnered with volunteers who are passionate about serving the community and helping the students of Unless U shine. Together, they will compete for the title of Unless U Got Talent Champions. “Our … [Read more...]

By Ally MorrisonKatie Hausman Grace, community engagement director of Levite Jewish Community Center, is excited to bring back the Jewish Food and Culture Festival after a two-year hiatus.Originally from Allentown, Pennsylvania, Hausman Grace moved to Highland Park to work for LJCC, where she has held various roles over the past eight years. The festival … [Read more...]

By Ally Morrison“Aunt Sister – a Southern lady who was raised right but overcame it, bless her heart.” Julia Harwell Segars came up with the tagline that brought laughter to many readers of the Talladega Daily Home. From an anonymous humor column in a small county paper to a well-liked book, Segars has brought light and laughter to many readers.Segars explained … [Read more...]

By Rubin E. GrantIf Disney World is looking for someone new for one of its television commercials, perhaps they could consider The Exceptional Foundation volleyball team.You probably have seen those commercials in the past when they interview famous athletes after they have just won a championship and ask them what they’re going to do next.In the case of The … [Read more...]