By Loyd McIntosh Photos by Jordan WaldHith the first half of the 2026 season in the books, one thing is perfectly clear: Vestavia Hills is a very good football team.As of this writing, the Rebels are 4-1 and have outscored their opponents 128-90 through their September 18 win over Spain Park, 30-7. The Alabama Sports Writers Association ranks the Rebels … [Read more...]
From China to Mountain Brook: Sullivan Todd Finds Something Special at Home
By Loyd McIntosh Photo by Jordan WaldAt 17, Sullivan Todd has already lived a full volleyball life. She has won a national championship with her club team, worn the Team U.S.A. jersey at a world event in China and signed to play college volleyball at Mississippi State. This fall, the high school senior is doing something she hasn’t had a chance to … [Read more...]
Finca de Samford: Samford University introduces students to Costa Rica’s Pura Vida.
By Rebecca WilbertBuilding an app for future study abroad students. Cooking traditional Costa Rican foods. Improving Spanish-speaking skills. Serving the San Jose community. Slowing down.These were just a few highlights for Samford University students who studied in Costa Rica earlier this year. In addition to Samford University’s Homewood campus, the school has … [Read more...]
Helping Women Handle Their Hormone Health: Provision Studio and Icona Health partner to educate women on hormone health at every age and stage.
By Barry Wise Smith Photo by Jordan WaldAmy McCool didn’t know much about hormone therapies, perimenopause or menopause when she started experiencing symptoms in her late 30s. “At the time, I did not realize these changes were due to hormonal shifts,” Amy says. But by the time she was in her 40s, Amy started to experience anxiety that morphed into … [Read more...]
Green Light Moments: Restaurateur Rob McDaniel talks instinct, trust and faith.
Story and photos by Cara ClarkWhen acclaimed chef Rob McDaniel opened his second restaurant, he was determined to take a different direction from Helen, his first, named in homage to his grandmother. The new direction began with a name: Bayonet, derived from the Spanish bayonet plant, engineered by nature to survive difficult conditions—heat, drought and the salt … [Read more...]