The Parkinson Association of Alabama is preparing for an evening that will blend philanthropy, personal testimony and public awareness as it hosts its second annual Tulip Gala this September.On September 24, the black-tie event will bring together supporters from across Alabama to raise money for individuals and families living with Parkinson’s disease. The evening will … [Read more...]
Glory Bound: Keith Dunnavant’s documentary film highlights Mountain Brook’s 1975 football dominance
By Lee HurleyKeith Dunnavant has spent a career moving across media without ever really leaving the same mission: telling interesting stories about interesting people and events. He started young, working in north Alabama journalism as a teenager, then built a reputation as a sportswriter, magazine entrepreneur, author and, eventually, documentary … [Read more...]
New Era On The Horizon for John Carroll
By Loyd McIntosh photos by Jordan WaldJohn Carroll Catholic High School may be coming off a disappointing 2025 campaign; however, head coach Will Mara is optimistic about the team’s prospects this season and beyond. While the Cavaliers went 3-9 in 2025, and the coaching staff will be replacing 20 seniors—including the entire defense—Mara says there is … [Read more...]
Ashley Jones-Thompson Returns to ASFA
By Naima SalvaryPhoto by Jordan WaldThree years ago in May 2023, Ashley Jones-Thompson hung up her cap and decided to leave her teaching position at the Alabama School of Fine Arts (ASFA) to lead the UAB Honors college. Now she’s back, as the head of the creative writing department replacing long-time chair and former colleague, TJ Beitelman. Jones-Thompson, … [Read more...]
Show Me The Line: A new documentary highlights the rollercoaster of fertility medicine and the power of art to connect us
By Nausicaa ChuBirmingham’s Emily Capilouto knows her way around the healthcare system. She worked in India on cervical cancer screening access, has two master’s degrees in epidemiology and medical anthropology and directs outreach initiatives for prostate cancer at the Mike Slive Foundation.But nothing could have prepared her for her quest to … [Read more...]