By Sam Prickett Frank Brocato’s first year as mayor of Hoover coincided with the city’s 50th anniversary, and Brocato spent most of that milestone year, he said, refining and implementing a vision for what the city’s next half-century will look like. Brocato was elected mayor in August 2016 with 52 percent of the vote, beating out incumbent Gary Ivey and challenger Steve … [Read more...]
A New Hope: Glenwood Campaign Funds the Finishing Touches for New Cottages
By Emily Williams Capstone Collegiate Communities has finished the construction of three new cottages for Glenwood Autism and Behavioral Center that will provide residences for 16 adults with special needs. “It’s a very exciting project that feels really good when you know that you’re providing not just a house, but home for people who otherwise might have a hard time … [Read more...]
Purple Parking for Veterans: Area Businessman Brings Wounded Warrior Project to Birmingham
By Sarah Kuper Chris Ajlouney is a busy man. He is an owner of several area Piggly Wigglys, he plays an active role in the revitalization of Birmingham neighborhoods, and he owns rental properties in the Eastlake and Woodlawn areas. But he said one of the most meaningful and fulfilling things he has done lately is provide designated parking spaces at his businesses as part of … [Read more...]
Decision on Proposed Condo Development on Overton Road Delayed Until December
By Sam PrickettA contentious debate over a proposed development on Overton Road is expected to continue into December meetings of both the Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills city councils.Developer Ron Durham is requesting the rezoning of properties along Fairhaven Lane in Mountain Brook and Poe Street in Vestavia Hills so that he can construct a 41-unit condominium … [Read more...]
Home Goods: Mountain Brook Ranked in Top 25 Best Neighborhoods for Small Business
By Emily Williams Mountain Brook recently was ranked number 23 in America’s Top 25 Best Neighborhoods for Small Businesses. The ranking was released by Welcomemat Services, a technology company dedicated to providing marketing for small businesses by targeting families that recently have moved to an area. “This validates Mountain Brook as one of the top communities in the … [Read more...]