By Ana GoodLocal feng shui expert Katie Rogers said she discovered the ancient practice almost by accident. Rogers was living in Austin, Texas, at the time as an editor for a publishing company. She felt flooded, drowning in what she described as a “sea of gray cubicles under fluorescent lights.” Rogers said she did what she could to liven up her own … [Read more...]
Stress Reducer: Spontaneous Smiles Mean Hand in Paw is There
By Anne RuisiMacey the golden retriever stretched out on the wide carpet in an office corridor at UAB Hospital and immediately perked up as nurse Paige Batson and office worker Megan Padilla arrived and started petting her.“It’s probably one of the best things UAB provides for us,” Batson said. “Sometimes you come into work automatically stressed and this is a moment of … [Read more...]
Shades Mountain Baptist Church to Hold Egg Hunt for Disabled
By Anne RuisiFor the second consecutive year, Shades Mountain Baptist Church is holding an Easter Egg Hunt for people with disabilities.The event, on April 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon, is open to children and adults of all ages, said Amy Kirby, the church’s special needs minister.“We try to support families and make their lives easier and fun,” Kirby said.The event … [Read more...]
A Birmingham-Bred Storyteller in Brooklyn
By Susan SwaglerBirmingham filmmakers continue to capture the public’s attention and win awards.Alabama native Davis Browne is celebrating accolades for his new film, “Capsules.” Browne, who grew up in Mountain Brook and attended The Altamont School, co-wrote and starred in the indie film that is now streaming on Apple TV+. The film premiered at The Philip K. Dick … [Read more...]
1Rebel 1Future: Superintendent Explains Purpose of Proposed Vestavia Hills’ Property Tax Increase
By Ana Good Vestavia Hills residents are one step closer to heading to the polls May 9 to vote on a proposed tax increase aimed at funding area school improvements. The Alabama Senate on March 23 voted in favor of Senate Bill 63, which would authorize the city of Vestavia Hills to hold a special election on a 9.8-mill property tax increase. SB63 is now with … [Read more...]