By Loyd McIntoshHoover High School’s Khloe Ford finished her senior season as one of the most successful and highly decorated prep basketball players in Alabama history. The Bluff Park resident recently led the Lady Buccaneers to their sixth consecutive state title and her fourth straight since joining the varsity squad as a freshman. Ford saved her best for last … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook Tennis Coach Carlee Petro Schaper sets the standard for her highly accomplished team
By Loyd McIntosh photos by Jordan WaldIn the middle of her second year at the helm, Mountain Brook tennis head coach Carlee Petro Schaper has the Spartans rolling once again. The Mountain Brook alum and former Birmingham-Southern College head coach is square in the middle of another successful season with her sights on more state titles for the most dominant high … [Read more...]
The House On The Hill: The house at 232 Poinciana Drive holds 99 years of history from its perch in Homewood, and now it will be on the Historic Hollywood Tour of Homes for a second time.
By Madoline Markham Koonce Photos by Maury WaldThe English Tudor-style house at 232 Poinciana Drive could tell a lot of stories from its 99-year history. It’s seen the families who have lived in its walls though the Great Depression, a world war and countless historical and life events. And for the last 46 of those years, the Homewood home has held the … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Rotary Club Celebrates America 250 with a Debate
By Cleveland JonesDebate is as American as apple pie and fireworks, and on March 12, 180 people gathered for a dinner and debate at Vestavia Hills Civic Center to see what true civil discourse can look like. The Vestavia Hills Rotary Club hosted a community debate, featuring members of the Vestavia Hills High School Debate and Speech Team, led by Coach Nate … [Read more...]
Walking with Jesus: Homewood community comes together for Way of the Cross.
By Barry Wise Smith Photos by Timmy CollinsFor over 30 years, starting in 1994, members of the Homewood faith community have come together on Good Friday to remember Christ’s walk through Jerusalem carrying his cross to the crucifixion.This year, All Saints Episcopal Church, Bethel A.M.E. Church, Dawson Memorial Baptist Church, Edgewood Presbyterian Church, … [Read more...]