Girl Scout Troop #26020, made up of Homewood Middle School seventh graders, have been working with Pathways Women and Children’s Shelter to earn their Silver Awards. The troop partnered with organizations, businesses and individuals in Homewood to learn how to create and raise money for Pathways Pages, a little free library inside Pathways specifically for its … [Read more...]
The Rotary Club of Shades Valley Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients
The Rotary Club of Shades Valley announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards at a luncheon on May 4, at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The scholarships recognize outstanding high school seniors for their academic achievement, leadership and commitment to service. Each of the nine students will receive a $10,000 award (for a total of $90,000 for the … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Beautification Board Presents Vestavia Belles
The Vestavia Hills Beautification Board recently hosted the 47th annual Vestavia Belles Presentation at the Vestavia Civic Center, celebrating a new class of young women dedicated to community service.The Vestavia Belles, a community service organization comprised of high school-aged young women who serve as junior hostesses for the City of Vestavia Hills, … [Read more...]
SUPER SENIORS: These Class of 2026 seniors are set to change the world.
By Barry Wise Smith Photos by Jordan Wald John Lee Wimberly Vestavia Hills High SchoolHow long have you been involved in choir, and what did winning the Alabama Vocal Association District III Outstanding Choral Student and Pat Blackwell Music Education Award mean to you?I’ve been involved in choir throughout high school, but music has … [Read more...]
Vestavia Hills Rotary Club Celebrates America 250 with a Debate
By Cleveland JonesDebate is as American as apple pie and fireworks, and on March 12, 180 people gathered for a dinner and debate at Vestavia Hills Civic Center to see what true civil discourse can look like. The Vestavia Hills Rotary Club hosted a community debate, featuring members of the Vestavia Hills High School Debate and Speech Team, led by Coach Nate … [Read more...]