By Sarah KuperThe 2016 Parade of Homes offers something for everyone, according to Sarah Drexler, director of communications at the Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders. The parade includes 50 houses in 17 Birmingham-area neighborhoods, ranging in value from $200,000 to $1 million dollars and in size from 1,000 square feet to almost 5,000 square feet. "The … [Read more...]
Southern Charm, Modern Vibe: Makeover Transforms Mountain Brook Apartments
By Sarah Kuper A facelift for a Mountain Brook apartment complex is giving the Sharpsburg neighborhood a much-needed update. Previously known as the Enclave at Mountain Brook, the apartments had fallen into disrepair and neighboring communities reported an uptick in crime as a result of the deteriorating buildings. In 2008, more than 20 units were destroyed in a fire. In … [Read more...]
Forty and Fabulous: Decorators’ ShowHouse Celebrates Anniversary With a ‘Showstopper’
By Donna Cornelius The Decorators’ ShowHouse turns 40 this year, and it’s showing no signs of aging. The Alabama Symphony Orchestra fundraiser started in 1976. The first ShowHouse was a stately Mountain Brook house modeled after George Washington’s Mount Vernon. This year’s event, set for April 9-24, opens the doors of a Mountain Brook house that was built by Katherine and … [Read more...]
The Young and the Relay: Over the Mountain Teens Working to Raise Money and Awareness
By Sarah Kuper According to the American Cancer Society, there are more than 100 types of cancer diagnosed every year. Most common are breast, prostate, colon and gynecologic, but cancer can affect many parts of the body. Whether through personal or secondhand experience, it seems everyone is affected by cancer in some way. Over the Mountain teens are no different. That is … [Read more...]
In Business – and Lovin’ It: Mountain Brook Mom Owns 13 McDonald’s Stores
By Donna Cornelius Lots of moms and dads take the kids to McDonald’s for a fun and casual night out. Ashley Kaple’s family meals at the popular fast food chain are no different, except for one thing. When the Kaples go to McDonald’s, there’s a good chance she owns the store. The 34-year-old Mountain Brook resident owns 13 McDonald’s in places such as Trussville, Leeds, … [Read more...]