Despite multiple concerns voiced by Cahaba Heights community members, the Vestavia Hills City Council unanimously approved the rezoning of three land parcels along Crosshaven Road and Wall Street during its Feb. 25 meeting, making way for a new Chick-fil-A franchise. The proposed franchise location will be located at 3949 Crosshaven Drive, in a cleared lot between Zaxby’s and … [Read more...]
Back Forty Beer Co. Founder Speaks at Hoover Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
When Jason Wilson left Gadsden to study business at Auburn University, he thought he was putting the city in the rearview mirror for good, he said.But when he got the idea for Back Forty Beer Company, Wilson chose Gadsden as the company's permanent home.“We have a long history with alcohol in the state of Alabama, so there were a lot of stereotypes to overcome in the … [Read more...]
Birmingham Business Alliance President and CEO Steps Down
Brian Hilson, president and CEO of the Birmingham Business Alliance, announced Friday he would be stepping down to take another Alabama economic development position.“When I came here eight years ago from Huntsville my plan was very clear: to accept the challenge to put into practice the proven strategies that I knew would bring a new level of success to this great … [Read more...]
Basketball Recap: Spartans, Bucs Headed to Final Four
The Hoover girls and boys basketball teams punched their tickets to next week’s state tournament with convincing victories in the Class 7A Northeast Regional championship games Wednesday at Jacksonville State University’s Pete Mathews Coliseum.Regional MVP Joiya Maddox scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and senior guard Skyla Knight added 19 points to lead the Hoover … [Read more...]
Summer Camp Guide: Find Yourself
Nothing helps a kid meet new friends, learn new things, build confidence and make memories for a lifetime quite like summer camp. From traditional to not-so-traditional, camp experiences these days are many and varied. Whether your young camper is interested in music, soccer, theater, horseback riding or any number of other activities, you’ll likely find information on an … [Read more...]