By Loyd McIntoshMountain Brook swept the 2025 AHSAA State Cross Country Championships in early November, winning both the boys and girls titles. It was the fifth consecutive title for both teams as they dominated the field at the Oakville Indian Mounds State Park Jesse Owens Course in Danville, Alabama.The Mountain Brook girls team had three runners finish in … [Read more...]
HOLIDAY CALENDAR: Nov. 22 – Jan. 4
Nov. 22 – Jan. 4 Glow Wild The Zoo continues its annual animal lantern celebration on select nights through January 4, 2026. Presented by CHASE with support from Alabama Power and UAB Callahan Eye, this larger-than-life experience invites guests of all ages to explore a breathtaking winter wonderland filled with light, color, and … [Read more...]
Are You Happy Now?: A conversation about happiness with Richard E. Simmons III.
By Lee Hurley Photo by Jordan WaldOur founding fathers thought that the pursuit of happiness was so important they included it in the preamble to the Declaration of Independence, right up there with Life and Liberty. The word pursuit was clearly intentional for as we know, happiness can be a fickle friend. Just ask anyone who bought a convertible or gave … [Read more...]
Perfect Circle: 7 Chinese Bros. Concludes Its Run with a Farewell Show at Iron City.
By Brent ThompsonIt was supposed to be a one-off gig played in front of friends and family. It didn’t turn out that way. Sharing a love of R.E.M., a group of local musicians decided to perform a show featuring the band’s music exclusively in December 2013. Bottletree Café agreed to host the show, and the band 7 Chinese Bros. was born.“We reached out to … [Read more...]
Backstage at Red Mountain Theatre
By Cathy DeLozier Photos by Jordan Wald and Courtesy RMT“Bit by bitPutting it togetherPiece by piece—Only way to make a work of artEvery moment makes a contributionEvery little detail plays a partHaving just the vision’s no solutionEverything depends on executionPutting it togetherThat’s what counts!”—Stephen … [Read more...]