Keeping up with the JonesesCissy Jackson catches up with her former boss, Senator Doug Jones.By Cissy Jackson Photo by jordan waldCissy Jackson: You left the Senate four years ago—what have you been up to?Doug Jones: Until recently, I’ve been affiliated with a law firm in D.C. called ArentFox Schiff, where I was doing some government relations advising … [Read more...]
First We Take Manhattan: Mountain Brook actor and playwright Mason McCulley has his sights set on New York
By Lee HurleyIn 2004, a precocious Mountain Brook High School student named Mason McCulley was asked by Portico magazine about his career aspirations. “Acting and t-shirt design,” he offered. As Meatloaf sang, “One out of two ain’t bad.” Mason McCulley did indeed become an actor, and among the many roles he has played, the one he is playing most recently is … [Read more...]
Choosing Success: The College Choice Foundation helps students make their education dreams come true
By Barry Wise Smith Photos courtesy of College Choice Foundation and Brittany SturdivantIn the almost 12 years that College Choice Foundation (CCF) has existed, 283 students have come through the program, collectively amassing more than $132 million in financial aid and scholarships, gaining admission to a variety of colleges across the United … [Read more...]
Hoover’s Sarah McQuaid embarks on a three-month autumn UK & USA tour – with new music to share
Now preparing to embark on a three-month autumn UK and USA tour, Hoover singer-songwriter Sarah McQuaid has had a busy summer. Not only has she been working hard writing songs for a new album to be recorded in the garage she’s converting to a studio, she’s also released several “Garage Sessions” videos featuring some of that new material – plus a new archival … [Read more...]
McWane Science Center Welcomes Brandan Lanman as New CEO
Following an extensive national search, McWane Science Center has hired Brandan Lanman as its new CEO, effective in late May. Lanman joins McWane after more than a decade of transformational leadership at the Orlando Science Center, where he played a pivotal role in expanding access to hands-on STEM learning, designing and implementing award-winning exhibits, and cultivating … [Read more...]