Story by Emily Williams-Robertshaw • Photos by Maury Wald Brad Simpson - Smith’s Variety Do you have any tips for shoppers who are navigating the 2021 holiday shopping season? With the supply chain issues that all stores are facing, we recommend shopping early this year. If you see something in stock that you like, buy it now as it likely … [Read more...]
Shop Early: Homewood Toy & Hobby
Story by Emily Williams-Robertshaw • Photos by Maury Wald Tricia McCain – Homewood Toy & Hobby Do you have any tips for shoppers who are navigating the 2021 holiday shopping season? My tip for shoppers this season is that if you want a particular item and you see it on the shelf, don’t hesitate on buying it. It may not be there even a couple of days … [Read more...]
A Lasting Impact: Children’s of Alabama’s Dr. Richard J. Whitley Earns American Pediatric Society’s Highest Recognition
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw If Dr. Richard J. Whitley was given a do-over, he’d do it all the same. He’s dedicated his career to changing the way children are treated at Children’s of Alabama and globally through his work in infectious diseases and expertise in antiviral therapies. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, as he recently was named recipient of the American … [Read more...]
Hope for the Holidays: Circle of Love Foundation Offers Opportunities to Provide Gifts for Kids in Need This Christmas
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw Hoover resident Doris Phillips and her husband, Glenn, spend the holidays giving to those without with the wish that it spreads hope during what can often be a difficult time of year. Many holidays have been spent driving through rural areas near her husband’s hometown delivering food to people in need. Over the years, the couple’s desire to give … [Read more...]
Setting the Pace: Vestavia’s West, Mountain Brook’s Riley Claim State Cross-Country Titles in Runaways
By Rubin E. Grant Vestavia Hills senior Crawford West and Mountain Brook junior Reagan Riley distanced themselves from the field throughout the cross-country season. So it wasn’t a surprise to see them claim individual titles Nov. 6 at the 66th Alabama High School Athletic Association State Cross Country Championships at the Oakville Indian Mounds Park & Museum 5K course … [Read more...]