By Donna Cornelius Sponsoring a wine and craft beer event is a natural tie-in for the owners of some Birmingham-area Piggly Wiggly stores. The Virciglio and Ajlouny families, which own multiple Piggly Wigglys, take pride in their stores’ weekly wine tastings and extensive selections of the two beverages. But the second annual Piggly Wiggly Wine and Craft Beer Showcase isn’t … [Read more...]
A Halloween Treat: Viva Vestavia XIII Presents Food, Drinks in a Frightfully Fun Setting
By Donna Cornelius You can be a real food freak at Viva Vestavia XIII. The annual Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce event always gives those who attend the opportunity to sample the city’s food, wine and beer. This year, there’s a twist: guests are encouraged to come not only hungry, but in costume. The owners of Hollywood Pools, where the event will be held, suggested a … [Read more...]
Breakthrough: Jags Finally End Hoover Domination
By Lee Davis In the school’s 14-year history, Spain Park has had many great moments in athletics, including state championships, Final Four appearances and rousing victories in virtually all sports. But there has never been a night quite like Oct. 1, 2015. That date will forever live in Jaguar glory, as Spain Park earned its first-ever football win over cross-town … [Read more...]
World Class: Myers Helped Bring 2021 World Games to Birmingham
By Lee Davis For Scott Myers, the idea of bringing the International World Games to Birmingham was an accident. Myers, executive director of the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame, and David Benck, a prominent local attorney, were invited to attend the 2013 World Games in Cali, Columbia. Their host was Ron Froelich, the honorary lifetime president of the International World Games … [Read more...]
Minor Issues: Senior Tailback Helps Lead Rebel Revival
By Lee Davis Walker Minor and his Vestavia Hills teammates got right down to business against Oxford on Sept. 25. On the first play from scrimmage, the senior tailback dashed untouched 75 yards for a touchdown. The early score proved to be the difference as the Rebels earned a hard-fought 17-10 win over the Yellow Jackets at Thompson Reynolds Stadium. “Give all the credit to … [Read more...]