By Emily Williams As a retired major general of the Alabama Army National Guard, it has been ingrained in David Burford to work “by, with and through others.” Burford’s father, 2nd Lt. Macon C. Pippen, was a veteran of World War II who died, partially due to his battle wounds, when Burford was 10 years old. “Somewhere in that 10 years I gained a respect for what he … [Read more...]
Iron Bowl Eats : Tuscaloosa Has Plenty of Food Options for Football Fans
By Donna Cornelius There’s no middle ground at the Iron Bowl. Alabama fans will be sporting crimson, white and houndstooth, while the Auburn faithful will be decked out in orange and blue. People yell either “Roll Tide” or “War Eagle.” And, for this weekend at least, even the most devoted family members and friends tend to snarl at each other if they’re on opposing … [Read more...]
‘We want the state title’: Pickens Unstoppable as Bucs Roll to Region Title
By Rubin E. Grant Hoover senior cornerback Jabari Moore sometimes feels sorry for opposing defensive backs. That’s because they have to deal with the Bucs’ stellar senior wide receiver George Pickens. “We have been going one-on-one in practice every day since we were freshmen,” Moore said. “He’s one of the best of the best. That’s what makes Friday nights somewhat easy for … [Read more...]
Fight for Another Day: Robert E. Reed Foundation Puts a Face to GI Cancer, Funds Important Research at UAB
By Emily Williams When asked to speak about her appreciation for the Robert E. Reed Gastrointestinal Oncology Research Foundation and the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center, Molly Miller’s first response is, “Wayne would be so good at this. “The thing about Wayne – his personality was like a light,” Miller said. “He was always able to see things in such a great way and he was … [Read more...]
Charming Cottage With Modern Amenities
By Ingrid Howard When you’re walking down Woodland Drive in Homewood, the 2018 Birmingham Home & Garden Inspiration Home looks like any other charming Homewood house: a small, cottage-style house nestled comfortably between its neighbors. What people can’t see from the sidewalk is that this home is a four bedroom, 3½ bathroom house made up of three spacious levels. “From … [Read more...]