By Keysha DrexelJournal editorWhen Jason Johnson moved his family from Atlanta in 2012, he was puzzled when he heard people refer to his new hometown as "B'ham" or "The Ham" when referring to Birmingham proper and the surrounding metro area.But now that the part-time artist and father of four has settled in Hoover, he's determined to spread the word about his … [Read more...]

A hearing loss clinic in the heart of Homewood recently held an open house.Dr. Brian J. McCool and Dr. Tarika Bhuta hosted the event as the official opening of Sonology Hearing Clinic on Independence Drive.McCool and Bhuta, who are married, started seeing patients in the clinic in July after practicing medicine in the Birmingham area for more than 10 years.Both … [Read more...]

An Over the Mountain couple recently realized a lifelong dream by opening a music studio and academy in Hoover.Shane and Shauna Nichols opened Stickandstrum Academy on David Green Road in Riverchase in January.Stickandstrum Academy offers private and group music lessons in guitar, bass, drums, piano and ukulele."What sets us apart is that where most teachers end … [Read more...]

Birmingham"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"Feb. 8 and 15, 2-3 p.m.Birmingham Children's TheatreThe Birmingham Children's Theatre will present "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" on Feb. 8 and 15. Show times will be 2-3 p.m. each day. Tickets are $9 for children and $11 for adults. The show is based on the classic story by Mark Twain and is recommended for ages 6-12. For … [Read more...]

BirminghamTaste of Life CelebrationFeb. 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.The Summit ClubOn National Wear Red Day on Feb. 7, local American Heart Association volunteers will host the Taste of Life celebration at the Summit Club in downtown Birmingham. The event will run from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m. with local chefs from DoDiYos, La Dolce Vita and other local restaurants preparing … [Read more...]