By Annie Howard Hoover’s turning 50, and it has big plans to celebrate. Last week at Hoover-Randle Home & Gardens, Mayor Frank Brocato announced upcoming anniversary events. On April 29 at Veterans Park, Celebrate Hoover Day returns. Guests can look forward to the classic giant apple pie, activities for all ages, live entertainment and the yearly Veterans Dedication … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Fine-Tuning Community Spaces Master Plan
By Emily Williams After developing a master plan for the city’s recreation facilities, the Vestavia Hills Parks and Recreation Department has decided to think bigger. Headlining the department’s new Community Spaces Plan are the re-development of Wald Park and the potential development of a community center. At the Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce’s March luncheon, former … [Read more...]
BMA Director Retiring After 20 Years in the Job
The Birmingham Museum of Art announced March 17 that, after more than 20 years as R. Hugh Daniel director, Gail Andrews plans to retire from the position. According to a release, Andrews boasts an overall tenure with the museum that spans four decades, and she will end her run as director in the early fall. “For more than 40 years, Gail Andrews has been a tireless advocate … [Read more...]
Fair Warning: Gulf Coast Police Departments Take Zero Tolerance Stance for Spring Break Mayhem
By Emily Williams As students throughout the Over the Mountain area look forward to their annual Spring Break vacations this March, coastal police departments are prepping for the annual pilgrimage to the Gulf Coast by enacting stricter policies to combat the spring vacation’s wild and rule-free stigma. Officers representing police departments along the Gulf Coast have … [Read more...]
Home Away From Home: Smile-A-Mile Rebrands and Expands With New Smile-A-Mile Place
By Emily Williams Birmingham’s Smile-A-Mile is entering 2017 with a new home and new branding to match. Formerly known as Camp Smile-A-Mile, the organization that began 32 years ago by providing a summer camp for children battling pediatric cancer, survivors and their families has grown to serve its participants year-round through support programs and activities. “Our … [Read more...]