By Mary VarnellJournal internThe holiday season offers plenty of chances for feasting on food and shopping the sales, but it can also be a time to focus on those who do not have easy access to either.For those looking to donate their time and talents to people in need, here's a list of just a few of the opportunities to give back this year: Alabama … [Read more...]
Pitts Finds Her Voice on NBC Reality Show
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorEarlier this year, Jessie Pitts had pretty much decided that her dream of being a successful singer and songwriter would never happen.But since being told by Gwen Stefani that she has the voice of an angel, the Hoover native has changed her tune.Pitts, a 2013 graduate of Spain Park High School, recently competed "The Voice," a … [Read more...]
Cross-promotion
By Lee DavisA pair of familiar names and a new one found themselves in the winner’s circle at the Alabama High School Athletic Association State Meet at Oakville last Saturday.The familiar ones were the Mountain Brook girls and the Homewood boys, who earned championships in Classes 7A and 6A, respectively. Coach Greg Echols’ Lady Spartans won their 12th consecutive … [Read more...]
Garden Gala
Sterne Agee hosted Gala in the Gardens Oct. 2 at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.The formal evening was held in connection with the ninth annual Antiques at The Gardens honoring Lyndra and Bill Daniel.Guests at the gala were among the first to shop the antiques show featuring art, jewelry and antiques. They also met dealers and Tastemakers, regionally and … [Read more...]
Chefs Share
On Thanksgiving Day, some labor in the kitchen. Others wash dishes. Lucky ones just show up and eat – then turn on the television to watch football.Whether cook, bottle washer or consumer, we all play a role in the gatherings – and the day set aside to count blessings, to enjoy family and to savor some great recipes.Restaurant owners and chefs, who labor day after day … [Read more...]