Children’s of Alabama has acquired a new state-of-the-art helicopter that will allow the Critical Care Transport team to reach more children in emergency situations and treat them more effectively. The helicopter was made possible through donations from the Monday Morning Quarterback Club, and it was named QB1 in acknowledgment of the gift. The helicopter, an Airbus … [Read more...]
Turning the Page: The Dandé Lion and Joann Long Say Farewell After 52 Years in Mountain Brook
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw The Dandé Lion owner Joann Conzelman Long is turning a page and beginning a new chapter. After taking over ownership of her mother’s furniture and home accessories store and maintaining its presence in Mountain Brook Village for 52 years, she is saying farewell. In 1969, Joann’s mother, Joan Conzelman Long, opened the Dandé Lion in English … [Read more...]
Murphy’s Law: Hulking it Up for the Holidays
By Sue Murphy Tis the season for monsters. The Hallmark Channel would have you believe that Santa has skipped all that nonsense and is packing his sleigh as we speak, but ask any 5-year-old and he will tell you that it is actually Monster O’Clock. A lot of kids want to dress up as monsters on Halloween. Psychologists say they are subconsciously trying to overcome their … [Read more...]
The Last Hurrah: Mountain Brook Seniors Want to Finish Volleyball Careers With Another Title
By Rubin E. Grant With a new head coach, Mountain Brook senior volleyball players Greer Golden and Lucy Redden were not sure what to expect this season. Even though Mattie Gardner had been involved with the Spartan’s volleyball program since 2017 and served as a varsity assistant the past two seasons as Mountain Brook won state championships in 2019 (Class 7A) and 2020 … [Read more...]
A Sweet Treat: Birmingham Candy Company to Offer Pre-Packaged Treats at New Holiday Pop-Up Store
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw The Birmingham Candy Company will be bringing its handmade, locally sourced confections Over the Mountain for the holiday season. From Oct. 16 through Christmas, the company created by husband-and-wife team Wayne and Cassie Bolden will be selling confections at a pop-up storefront at The Summit near Belk. “It does feel like coming home to the … [Read more...]