By Sarah KuperWhen Stewart Welch III was approached by a City Council member about running for mayor of Mountain Brook, he went straight to the leading expert for advice – current Mayor Terry Oden. "I just said, 'Let me talk to Terry.' We had a long meeting where he filled me in on the state of the city and I left encouraged and excited," Welch said. Oden has … [Read more...]
Same Face, New Place: Crestline Piggly Wiggly Celebrates Grand Re-Opening
By Emily Williams Members of the Mountain Brook community gathered in Crestline just off of Church Street the morning of June 3 to welcome back the Crestline Piggly Wiggly. The much-anticipated grand opening was the culmination of more than two years of hard work. “This is a great day for the city,” said Mountain Brook City Manager Sam Gaston. “It is one of the most eagerly … [Read more...]
Retail Champ: Ricky Bromberg Honored as one of America’s Top 5 Retail Champions
By Sarah KuperThe Bromberg name in Birmingham is synonymous with fine jewelry and high standards. Now, the Bromberg name has been recognized by the National Retail Federation, as company President Ricky Bromberg was named a top five finalist for America's Retail Champion Award. Bromberg has served on the Alabama Retail Association board since 2006 and as a member of … [Read more...]
From Dairy Farm to Entertainment District: Rocky Ridge to Host First Fridays Events this Summer
By Sarah Kuper The Rocky Ridge shopping area will come alive this summer as local merchants, artists and performers showcase all the area has to offer during the First Fridays series. Beginning June 3 at 5 p.m., visitors can walk or drive to Rocky Ridge, off of Morgan Drive and Rocky Ridge Road, and see through new eyes a vibrant and eclectic community. The area was … [Read more...]
A Life in Politics: OTM Legislator Looks Back on 50 Years but Isn’t Done Yet
By Sarah KuperSen. Jabo Waggoner, R-Vestavia Hills, has served the Over the Mountain area in an elected capacity for 50 years, but his political aspirations began before he ever ran for office. “My father served on the city commission in the 1950s, so we would all sit around the dinner table and talk politics and government,” Waggoner said. At the recent Jubilee for … [Read more...]