By Keysha DrexelJournal editorWhat was supposed to be a minor renovation turned into a major reconstruction project for one Hoover homeowner.But the resulting kitchen of her dreams was well worth the wait, said Beth Meadows of Bluff Park.About a year ago, Meadows and her husband of almost 51 years, Bill, bought a one-story ranch style house on Park Avenue in … [Read more...]
Hungry to Learn
By Donna CorneliusJournal features writerWhen you’re thinking about possible pizza toppings, the combination of blackberries and basil doesn’t immediately leap to mind.And at least one person who tasted the unusual dish had a few reservations—at first.“I wasn’t sure how that would work out, but it was absolutely delicious,” said Briana Morton, Homewood … [Read more...]
Brooke Honored by Boys and Girls Clubs
A board member of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Alabama has received a national award.Maggie Brooke of Redmont was presented with the W. Clement Stone Outstanding Achievement Award for an Individual May 2 in San Francisco at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s national conference.The award recognizes the exceptional performance and service of a local Area … [Read more...]
Greek Revival: Wedding Incorporates Family Traditions—and Fun, Too
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorA Vestavia Hills couple's betrothal and wedding last summer was a perfectly planned affair from start to finish and was heavy on the "something old, something new" theme.From the proposal to the reception, the engagement and wedding of Nicole Alexandra Thomason and Bradley Paul Hardekopf honored the couple's families in a thoughtful … [Read more...]
Darwin’s Theory: Vestavia Resident Was Leader of Legendary Tide Defense
By Lee DavisDarwin Holt’s compact size, bright smile and friendly demeanor make it easy to forget that at one time he was perhaps the finest linebacker in college football. Holt was a member of the 1961 University of Alabama Crimson Tide, perhaps the most near-perfect team in the school’s illustrious football history. Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant was in the … [Read more...]