This article was reprinted in part from the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens newsletterBy Sebastian Oritz MuñozWhat primarily attracts butterflies to nectar sources goes beyond the color of the flower—the shape of the flower matters most. Butterflies are attracted to flowers that have large petals that serve as a landing pad for them to access the nectar. They … [Read more...]
Robin Litaker joins Homewood Mayoral race
Retired teacher and principal Robin Litaker is running for Mayor against city council member Jennifer Andress on a platform of transparency, smart growth, and inclusive leadership. “I’m running for Mayor because I believe in Homewood’s future and know we can build it together,” Litaker stated. Litaker completed her bachelor of science in physical … [Read more...]
Mountain Brook Varsity Lacrosse Teams Win State Championships
The Mountain Brook High School Varsity Boys and Girls Lacrosse teams made history last weekend, each capturing state championship titles and capping off a remarkable season for the Spartan lacrosse program.The Varsity Girls delivered a commanding 15-10 victory over Hoover High School to claim their fifth consecutive state championship, a testament to the program’s dominance … [Read more...]
Birmingham Boys Choir 2025 Founding Cities Tour
The Birmingham Boys Choir (BBC) Founding Cities Tour wrapped up a slate of performances in June visiting Williamsburg, Yorktown, Norfolk, Washington D.C., Moorestown New Jersey, and Philadelphia. Along the way, The Boys collaborated with other choirs like the Virginia Children's Chorus and the Philadelphia Boys Choir. The tour concluded with a homecoming concert at … [Read more...]
Rediscovering a Birmingham Treasure: the Alabama Symphony Orchestra
By Douglas Croker I have had a love of music all my life, yet I somehow overlooked one of Birmingham’s greatest musical treasures—the Alabama Symphony Orchestra (ASO). In my almost 50 years in Alabama, I never thought to engage with it. Like a precious heirloom tucked away in my nightstand drawer — it was always nearby, but I hadn’t recognized it. When I … [Read more...]