By Keysha DrexelJournal editorWhen the members of the Exceptional Foundation's Junior Board approached her 10 years ago with a new fundraising idea, executive director Tricia Kirk admits she was less than impressed with the plan.But a decade later, the annual Chili Cook-off has become one of the signature fundraisers for the nonprofit group that helps mentally … [Read more...]
Piece of the Pie
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorHeather Norris does not mind talking about the recipe for success that has made Jim Davenport's Pizza Palace an institution in Mountain Brook for half a century--an entrepreneurial spirit, hard work and dedication to quality and service.But the pizzeria owner gets a little tight-lipped if the conversation turns to the other secrets … [Read more...]
Mardi Gras Merrymaking
Mardi Gras season was in full swing the weekend of Feb. 28 as the Beaux Arts Krewe hosted the 47th annual Beaux Arts Krewe Ball at Boutwell Municipal Auditorium in Birmingham.The annual event supports the Birmingham Museum of Art. This year's ball had a Mardi Gras theme.Reigning over the ball were king David McCoy Millhouse and queen Alison Bradford Gorrie.A … [Read more...]
The Pink Tulip Opening Third Store in Hoover
By Keysha DrexelA business that started as a small home gift store almost 30 years ago will expand into a three-location retail clothing company next month.The Pink Tulip, which first opened in Southside in 1986 and currently has locations in Homewood and Cahaba Village, will open a third store in Hoover’s Patton Creek shopping center in March.And this will not be … [Read more...]
Odom’s Work, Volunteerism Earn Girl Scout Award
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorWhen Teresa Zuniga Odom found out she was receiving a lifetime achievement award, the Hoover woman said her initial reaction was surprise.Odom will receive the 2014 Mildred Bell Johnson Lifetime Achievement Award at the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama Women of Distinction Luncheon on March 7."I thought, 'Whoa, I'm only 55. … [Read more...]