By Ally MorrisonCarter Cullen, a Deer Valley Elementary School fourth grader, attended a pep rally at Hoover High School on Feb. 28, where he received the surprise of a lifetime. When Carter was 3, he suffered a life-threatening medical emergency that doctors were unable to identify. After countless appointments, tests and hospital stays, Cater … [Read more...]

By Ally Morrison After seeing a need for mental health education in her school, Altamont School junior Savitri Sasse decided to dedicate her Miree project to the cause. Students in the Upper School at Altamont participate in a project under the C. Kyser Miree Center for Ethical Leadership. The projects are based on individual interests of the student that … [Read more...]

By Rubin E. GrantDr. Tom Eagan and his wife, Kendall Eagan, consider themselves a team, since they have been married for 36 years.So, the couple, who live in Mountain Brook, are thrilled that they are being recognized as the 2022 Heart Ball honorees. The American Heart Association will host the 35th annual Birmingham Heart Ball on March 12 at 6 p.m. at … [Read more...]

By Donna CorneliusThe Beaux Arts Krewe Ball made its festive debut in Birmingham in 1966. In the 50-plus years since that time, the annual gala has created many beloved traditions – among them, the selection of a king and queen to reign over the festivities, the presentation of princesses and a colorful pageant. But, like many social gatherings, last year’s … [Read more...]

By Rubin E. GrantMary Liz Ingram remembers watching the news reports of Afghans desperately trying to leave their country in August after the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan. The images of the dangerous chaos left her feeling helpless and disconnected since what was happening was a world away.“I felt like it was all very horrific,” Ingram … [Read more...]