By Emily Williams-Robertshaw The city of Vestavia Hills’ annual show of patriotism, “I Love America Night,” will return to Wald Park on June 24 bigger and better than ever. Last year’s event was canceled due to the pandemic, and the 2019 event was hosted at Vestavia Hills High School because of construction being done at Wald Park. “We really think there is going to be a big … [Read more...]
For the Kids: BridgeWays Alabama to Host Ninth Annual S’mores and Pours Fundraiser
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw June 1 was a busy day for BridgeWays Alabama, formerly Camp Fire Alabama. Not only did the organization announce its new brand, it was the first day of camp for kids attending Camp Fletcher. The staff also has been gearing up for their largest fundraiser of the year, BridgeWays Junior Board’s ninth annual S’mores and Pours, presented by the Thomas … [Read more...]
‘A New Beginning’: IPC’s New Pastor Excited About the Challenge That Awaits
By Rubin E. Grant The Rev. Kevin Long wasn’t thinking about leaving the Pittsburgh church he had pastored for almost 10 years to head South. But he had made a commitment to listen to any church that called him about becoming its pastor and to listen to the Holy Spirit. So when Independent Presbyterian Church in Birmingham called, Long listened. Following an eight-month … [Read more...]
‘One World, One Games’: The World Games 2022 Announces Noah Galloway as Honorary Co-Chairman, Introduces Disability Inclusion Initiative
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw Former U.S. Army Sgt. Noah Galloway, a Birmingham native, will serve as an honorary co-chairman for the The World Games 2022. The appointment was announced during a ceremony at the Lakeshore Foundation on June 3. As an honorary chairman, Galloway, who lost the majority of his left arm and left leg during an IED attack while serving in Iraq, made a … [Read more...]
Diamond Dandy: Widra Caps Outstanding Spain Park Career With Another Player of the Year Award
By Rubin E. Grant Annabelle Widra and Spain Park softball have been synonymous for the past six years, ever since she joined the Jaguars as a seventh grader. The seemingly forever journey ended last month when Widra graduated, but what a journey it was as she became the most highly recognized player in the history of the Spain Park program. Widra capped off her brilliant … [Read more...]