By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorThe Over the Mountain cities of Homewood, Hoover, Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills officially kick off this year's holiday season with enough festivities to warm even the Grinch’s cold heart and spread enough good cheer to last throughout the Christmas season.The city of Hoover will kick off the Over the Mountain … [Read more...]
Rotary Club Salutes Vestavia City Employees
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorThe Rotary Club of Vestavia Hills recently honored several city employees for their service to the community.The club's annual awards ceremony for Police Officer of the Year, Firefighter of the Year and Civic Employee of the Year was held Oct. 24.Vestavia Hills Police Chief Dan Rary was on hand to present the 2014 Police Officer … [Read more...]
Homewood City Council Stalls on Parking Plan
By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorThe Homewood City Council delayed a decision on how to solve parking issues on South Forest Drive.Residents had complained to city officials about patrons and employees of GianMarco’s restaurant parking along neighborhood streets.Residents said the additional traffic makes it difficult for neighbors to navigate their … [Read more...]
Hoover City Council Won’t Increase Money for School System
By William C. Singleton IIIJournal contributorThe Hoover City Council this month approved a $146 million 2014-2015 fiscal budget that includes a 2 percent cost of living raise for city employees and about $23 million to improve roads, sidewalks and parks within the city.But the city’s decision not to increase its annual contribution to the city school system drew … [Read more...]
Vestavia State of City Address Includes Video’s Debut
By Keysha DrexelJournal editorVestavia Hills Mayor Alberto "Butch" Zaragoza recently unveiled a new video aimed at telling everyone about why the city is a great place to live and do business.The mayor presented a video produced as part of a rebranding campaign for the city during his State of the City Address at Vestavia Country Club.The video, produced by … [Read more...]