The Cahaba River Society's Big Cahaba Cleanup, scheduled for June 8, was cancelled due to the threat of severe weather. The organization's cleanup was to be its most ambitious, according to a release, with over 200 volunteers agreeing to scour trash from the Cahaba River from Trussville to Helena. “As disappointing as this cancellation is, the safety of our … [Read more...]
Homewood Theatre Announces Permanent Location at Brookwood Village
It was recently announced that the Homewood Theatre will have a permanent location at Brookwood Village. Previously occupying temporary space at The Dance Foundation, the theatre will be moving in at Brookwood Village and opening its doors later this summer for its 2019 - 2020 production season. Founded in 2016, Homewood Theatre's mission is to provide a first-class theatre … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook Promotes Citywide Use of Ring-Style Doorbell Cameras
Mountain Brook officials are asking residents throughout the city to buy and install Ring-style security doorbell cameras as the next step in their Stop Crime Now Initiative. Mountain Brook Mayor Stewart Welch and Police Chief Ted Cook announced the decision as a way to deter crime and help police catch criminals. “The Ring ‘Neighbors’ app allows us to not only positively … [Read more...]
Annual Dog-Friendly Do Dah Day Takes Over Highland-area Parks
Downtown Birmingham went to the dogs on May 18 as the annual Do Dah Day celebrations took over Rhodes and Rushton Parks. The event is held annually to raise funds to support animals in the Birmingham, and Jefferson County Alabama areas. Festivities began with a parade of costumed dogs along Highland Avenue, ending at Rhodes Park where a lineup of bands provided live music. … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook’s Scott, Vestavia Hills’ Wright Finish Top Ten at 47th AHSAA Heptathlon
Thirty girls competed in the AHSAA’s 47th Heptathlon competition at Hoover. Baker High School junior Kelsey White closed strong Tuesday to capture the AHSAA 2019 Heptathlon Championship with a 4,357 point total over the two-day meet’s seven-event competition at Hoover High School May 13 and 14. In addition, Mountain Brook High School's Grayson Scott finished in sixth … [Read more...]
