By Emily Williams For her first visit to the West Homewood Farmer’s Market, Weezie’s Candy Emporium owner Marcy Miller shared a little something extra. Miller is partnering with 2017 Miss Homewood Teen USA Ireland “Grace” Hendrix, a senior at Evangel Christian School, on an Education Supply Drive for the Livingston Parish Public School system in Baton Rouge, … [Read more...]
A Night of Golden Opportunities: Adopt-a-Golden Birmingham Plans Sept. 15 Fundraiser
By Sarah Kuper The Night of Golden Opportunities benefit for Adopt-a-Golden Birmingham will be Sept. 15 at Iron City Birmingham. The event, now in its fifth year, is an opportunity for golden retriever lovers to gather and enjoy food and a silent and live auction while raising money and awareness for golden retriever rescue. The volunteer-based nonprofit works to rescue … [Read more...]
Closet Coloring
By Sue Murphy Last week, I hurriedly stuck some watercolor paints in the mail to my granddaughter. The poor child had run out of purple. Purple is her favorite color, and that’s important. A favorite color is the preschool version of the crucial Alabama/Auburn choice. When I told my granddaughter that my favorite color was blue, she gave me a knowing nod, as if to say, “Ah, … [Read more...]
Community Chest: Over the Mountain Football Part of the Area’s Culture
By Lee Davis Gerald Gann holds the distinction of having been the head football coach at three Over the Mountain schools – Homewood, Hoover and John Carroll Catholic. When he began his career with the Patriots in 1979, the former Berry assistant showed his understanding of the importance the game held in this area. The day Gann accepted the job, he told the gathered media: … [Read more...]
From Mountain Brook to Panama: Former Football Star Taught Agroforestry Through Peace Corps
By Lee Davis Local football fans may well remember Charlie Higgenbotham in his playing days as a standout linebacker for Mountain Brook High School, the University of Alabama and, finally, the University of South Alabama. But unlike some former college football players, Higgenbotham didn’t go on to play in the National Football League. Instead, he worked to make the world a … [Read more...]