By Loyd McIntosh photos by Jordan WaldThe girls varsity basketball season tips off in early November, with all three Over The Mountain teams coming off successful 2024-2025 campaigns. However, two teams—Vestavia Hills and Homewood—will break in new coaches this season, while Mountain Brook regroups after a historic AHSAA Final Four run. Here’s what … [Read more...]
Homewood Volleyball Team Gets Hot in October, Finishes Season With Elite Eight Appearance
By Loyd McIntosh photos by Jordan WaldIt was a season of streaky ups and downs; however, the Homewood volleyball team got hot at the right moment and rode that momentum to the Elite Eight in the Alabama High School Athletic Association state volleyball tournament.Under second-year head coach Grace Burgess, the Patriots jumped out to a … [Read more...]
Alabama Sports Hall Of Fame Honors Johnny Montgomery and Jeff Underwood
By Loyd McIntosh The Alabama Sports Hall of Fame (ASHOF) recently recognized two influential men with deep ties to Homewood. Johnny Montgomery, recipient of the 2025 Frank “Pig” House Award, and Jeff Underwood, recipient of the Distinguished American Sportsman Award, were honored for their efforts to promote sports throughout the state and their decades of service to … [Read more...]
About Town
Thurs., Dec. 11, Tues., Dec. 16 and Thurs., Dec.18 Wacky Tacky Christmas Lights Tour Load up for a two-hour bus tour to light up your holidays. Start in Crestwood (Hanukkah House and Charlie Brown Skating Rink), cruise through Homewood for Star Wars Christmas and more. See the Auburn House and Griswold’s Envy in Mountain Brook. The full tour visits 14 big houses and 20 … [Read more...]
Holiday Events Calendar
Fri, Nov. 14 All is Bright Magical Holiday Celebration Ring in the holidays at Lane Parke! Santa will help light the holiday tree, while attendees enjoy drinks, pop-up shops, a DJ and kids’ activities to get everyone in the holiday spirit! Plus, a little extra magic with some snow and visits with Santa. When: 6-8 p.m. Where: Lane Parke, Mountain … [Read more...]