By June MathewsIt was March 2020, and Mary Scott Israel wasn’t feeling well. But in those early days of COVID-19, not feeling well was often attributed to the stresses and fears of the coming pandemic. So, the University of Alabama sophomore brushed off some nagging stomach problems she had been experiencing, and she and her roommate embarked on a long-awaited … [Read more...]
A Current Event: James Beard Winner’s New Restaurant Is Set to Make a Splash
By Donna CorneliusWhen Adam Evans opened Automatic Seafood and Oysters in Birmingham about five years ago, it made a high-water mark on the city’s culinary landscape. Now, he’s set to make another splash with his new restaurant, Current Charcoal Grill.The James Beard Award winner for best chef South in 2022, Evans has partnered for this venture with fellow … [Read more...]
Young Hero: Altamont Student Recognized by Congressional Medal of Honor Society
By Rubin E. GrantEthan Hill was too young to remember much about his first trip to Washington, D.C., but he probably won’t ever forget his recent visit to the nation’s capital.“It was a really cool experience to go to D.C.,” Hill said. “I got to go to all the monuments and museums.”Hill’s trip wasn’t all about sightseeing. He was there for a special occasion and a … [Read more...]
Operas Greatest Hits: Opera Birmingham Puts Together a Concert of Opera’s Best
Most popular musicians who have been around for awhile are known for their greatest hits. You name it, country, rock, R&B. But opera? Yes, opera has its greatest hits, too, and Opera Birmingham is sponsoring a concert to showcase opera’s most cherished melodies and moments, according to a release from the group. “Opera Unveiled: A Concert of Greatest Hits” … [Read more...]
Diamond Twins: Christian Sisters Help Spark Hoover Softball Team
By Solomon Crenshaw Jr.Hannah and Olivia Christian are twins, but they’re not identical twins.“I’m a lot more clean than her,” Hannah said of her eight minutes older sister. “She’s very messy. She just leaves clothes everywhere. I pick them up and put them in (with) the dirty clothes … when they’re in my space.”Olivia says she is the sillier sister.“I’m … [Read more...]