Retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. Carl Cooper of Vestavia Hills joined the centenarian club on March 18, celebrating his 100th birthday with a virtual celebration with staff at the Birmingham Veterans Affairs Health Care System. “Our leadership team was honored to recognize Col. Cooper today for his many years of military service and to celebrate his 100th birthday with him … [Read more...]
Pink … and Sticky: RMWP Ambassador Andrew Gnann Embraced Pies in the Face to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer
By Emily Williams When the American Cancer Society’s Real Men Wear Pink campaign came to a close in Birmingham on March 5, each of the campaign ambassadors received a pink gift. Andrew Gnann, president of St. Vincent’s Birmingham and St. Vincent’s Chilton, received a hot pink pie server. Its handle was adorned with a number of pink rhinestones. “They gave us each a small … [Read more...]
Just Keep Swimming: Local Businesses Adapt to the Needs of Community During Time of Social Distancing
By Emily Williams In the words of Disney and Pixar’s forgetful blue tang fish, Dory: just keep swimming. It’s great advice for local businesses, which have quickly adapted to the growing needs of the community during this time of social distancing. Local chambers of commerce have been highlighting the new offerings at local businesses in their area. Ideas to help socially … [Read more...]
On the Run: Hoover Teacher to Run London Marathon 2020, Raise Funds for Autism Research
By Emily Williams Running through the streets of London isn't something that Hoover resident Jason Zajac dreamed about in his youth. It wasn't until he ran his first marathon in 2018 that the goal began to take shape. Running is not only a hobby for Zajac, it's become a way to give back. While training for the London Marathon 2020 in April, he joined the Organization for … [Read more...]
Climb Every Mountain: Vestavia Hills Couple’s Home Atop Shades Mountain Serves a Free Summer Camp Experience for Low-Income Children
By Emily Williams For many children living in affluent Over the Mountain communities, summertime is a time to have fun, leave school days behind and, most importantly, camp. There are day camps for seemingly every hobby or interest. But for kids living with significant financial need, spending days filled with fun, exciting activities and experiences at summer camp … [Read more...]