By Lily JanasWe rise before the sun. At 2 a.m., we move with silent purpose. We slip on our black socks, lace our Dinkles, tighten our suspenders, fasten each silver button on our jackets and smooth our braids down. The noise at breakfast, the buzz of conversations and clink of silverware, reminds us that we’d all rather be sleeping, but we’re up for … [Read more...]
Breaking Through: Talented Lady Rebels Setting Sights on State Basketball Tournament
By Rubin E. GrantJohn David Smelser took the Vestavia Hills girls basketball team to the brink of the Final Four in his first two seasons as head coach only to see the Lady Rebels come up short in the regional finals.This year, Smelser believes the Lady Rebels will finally break through and earn a berth in the Class 7A state tournament. He is counting on a … [Read more...]
All That Jazz: This Year’s Jazz Cat Ball Honors Scott “Reg” Register for Years of Work With GBHS
By Ally MorrisonThe Greater Birmingham Humane Society will be hosting the 11th Annual Jazz Cat Ball on April 30 at the Sheraton Birmingham Hotel ballroom.Scott Register, radio personality and former GBHS board member, is this year’s honoree. Register, better known as “Reg,” said he was thrilled and humbled to be selected as this year’s honoree.“If I can help them … [Read more...]
Work It: High-Energy Three15 Cycling Studio Dealing With Effects of COVID
By Rubin E. GrantUsually the start of a new year brings more clients to the Three15 cycling studio in Homewood, with folks looking to honor their resolutions of shedding a few pounds and improving their fitness.But this year is different. Because the COVID-19 pandemic continues to linger, there haven’t been as many people signing up for classes this month, … [Read more...]
What’s New in 2022? A Lot, According to Mountain Brook and Hoover Officials
By Ally MorrisonFrom wrapping up work on sidewalks to narrowing in on plans to build a full performing arts center, there are many projects and plans on the books this year in Mountain Brook and Hoover. City officials with both areas speak on their plans for the year.Mountain BrookMountain Brook City Manager Sam Gaston, who has been in … [Read more...]