By Laura McAlisterWhen Sally Smith was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003, she had plenty to worry about.While fighting for her life, she was also fighting with her insurance company to provide her coverage. In a five-month period, she underwent five surgeries, including a double mastectomy and reconstructive breast surgery. She also had to undergo … [Read more...]
A Good, Old Dog
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorWhat’s the secret to a long life? If you ask Joe and Jan Akin, they’d say lots of love, petting and boiled chicken – or at least that’s done the trick for their dog, Peanut.The Hoover couple thinks their Labrador-dachshund mix just might be one of the oldest, if not the oldest, dog in the state and possibly nation. Though they don’t … [Read more...]
Memorial service will celebrate the life of Cecil Whitmire
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorIt’s difficult to think about the Alabama Theatre without remembering Cecil Whitmire.Whether it was singing along to the tunes he played on the Mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ or greeting people at the door with his hearty smile, Whitmire was the face of the Alabama. He also dedicated a good portion of his life to bringing back some of … [Read more...]
Sept. 23, 2010 Issue
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Aug. 25 issue and 2010 Football Preview
Aug. 26, 2010 IssueOpen publication - Free publishing - More vestavia hills2010 OTM High School Football PreviewOpen publication - Free publishing … [Read more...]