By June Mathews Neil Davis is proud to be a part of a Samford University series that since 2008 has brought world-renowned artists to Birmingham audiences. But his firm also having designed the building that hosts the series, well, that’s pretty special, too. The 2016-17 Davis Architects Guest Artist Series opens Sept. 27 in the university’s Jane Hollock Brock Recital … [Read more...]
Bonnie’s Brigade: Homewood Family Promotes Ovarian Cancer Awareness Ahead of Head Over Teal Fun Run
By Sarah KuperBy the time Julie Lovell’s mother, Bonnie Segers, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the disease was already stage IV. “When she was first diagnosed, we really didn’t know what would happen. She did well with treatments and was hopeful, but she didn’t really like to talk about it. I don’t think any of us knew she was that close to dying.” Segers passed … [Read more...]
Campus Life: UA’s CrossingPoints Gives Those with Intellectual Disabilities a College Experience
By Donna Cornelius Going to classes, living in dorm rooms and heading out with friends for late-night snacks are everyday parts of college life for many young adults. But for those with intellectual disabilities, these kinds of activities often aren’t the norm. A new program at the University of Alabama is changing that. CrossingPoints, a student transition program on the UA … [Read more...]
Miss Homewood Teen USA Partners With Local Candy Store for Supply Drive
By Emily Williams For her first visit to the West Homewood Farmer’s Market, Weezie’s Candy Emporium owner Marcy Miller shared a little something extra. Miller is partnering with 2017 Miss Homewood Teen USA Ireland “Grace” Hendrix, a senior at Evangel Christian School, on an Education Supply Drive for the Livingston Parish Public School system in Baton Rouge, … [Read more...]
A Sporting Chance: Hoover Doctor’s Study Shows Surgery Improves Recuperation From Shoulder Injuries
By Sarah Kuper Before becoming an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in athletic and arthritic conditions, Tyler Marshall was a varsity athlete at Hoover High School. So he said he knows the pressures of high school sports, especially in Alabama. “I understand the scenario – it’s Johnny’s senior year, he is the team captain, his shoulder comes out of socket and all everyone … [Read more...]