By Laura McAlisterC. Phillip McWane is a big believer in the old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It’s something he practices personally, as well as professionally in his role as chairman of McWane, Inc.Two years ago, the Birmingham company – which has 25 manufacturing plants, including 13 iron foundries – began a phase-in approach to … [Read more...]
A Reason to Sing
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorThe Küren Girls may be young, but in a short time, they are starting to make a big impact.Formed about a year ago, the musical group is made up of four Over the Mountain teens and one Montgomery teen who all have a passion and talent for singing. They already have a CD, a website and songs for sale on iTunes, Amazon and CD Baby. … [Read more...]
This Family Plays Together, Stays Fit Together
By June MathewsIf Todd Higey made any resolutions for the New Year, it’s doubtful that “get more exercise” was among them.That’s because staying fit is not something he doggedly pursues in January, occasionally thinks about in February and gives up altogether by March, as most resolutions go. It’s a way of life for him.A competitive cyclist who relishes the … [Read more...]
An Active Voice
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorWhen Bill J. Hendrix was born, the doctor predicted he would live only a few days due to his low birth weight. Bill proved him wrong, as well as himself. He thought he would live to be around 65.Now, at age 79, he figures that just means he has more work to do.The work that absorbs much of Bill’s time now is … [Read more...]
A Doggone Good Cause
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorThe ornaments hanging on the Christmas tree at Whole Foods Market are not your ordinary ornaments.They’re lifesaving – at least they are for some lucky dogs at the Shelby County Humane Society.The ornaments are pictures of dogs currently at the shelter, and the $50 it costs to purchase an ornament will be used to cover the cost of … [Read more...]