By Laura McAlister Journal EditorAfter a car accident left him paralyzed from the waist down when he was 20 years old, Joe Ray could have given up.Instead, he went water skiing.Now 53, Joe enjoyed the sport so much that he’s still doing it -- and he’s also been teaching others with disabilities that they can do it, too.Joe is executive director of Adaptive … [Read more...]
Good to be the King
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorSchuyler Allen Baker Jr. admits it – he could get used to being king.It’s been only a couple of weeks since the Beaux Arts Krewe announced that theBrook resident would reign over the 44th annual Krewe Ball, held March 4. But during the days leading up to the event, Baker was actually starting to like the sound of being called … [Read more...]
Combat Fitness Owner Ready For Tough New Challenge
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorFor some people, running a 10K would be on life’s to-do list, but for Sean Dickson, that’s a Tuesday – and it’s just a warm-up to his daily workout.Sean is owner of Combat Fitness Training Facility in Hoover. The former Army Special Forces medic challenges clients daily with what he calls “functional fitness with a tactical … [Read more...]
Realtors Association Marks 100 Years in the Magic City
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorWhen the Birmingham Association of Realtors formed, the organization had around 25 members and the population of the Magic City totaled around 40,000.If that sounds like it was a long time ago, it’s because, well, it was – 100 years ago, to be exact.The Birmingham Association of Realtors is celebrating its centennial year this … [Read more...]
Spring Fashion 2011
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