By Emily Williams Once a year, Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights faculty, staff and parents join together to create an event that puts the school’s arts program on display for the entire community. The Taste of the Heights fundraiser, to be held April 17, initially was created as a way to highlight the school’s yearly art show. The event not only raises funds for the … [Read more...]
Where Fashion and Nostalgia: Meet OTM Native Opening Cahaba Heights Boutique With Hometown Flair
By Sarah Kuper Beth Keplinger is fulfilling a lifetime dream by opening the ladies’ boutique Ryan Reeve in Cahaba Heights. The store will sell casual but sophisticated clothing for women of all ages at varying price points. While Keplinger has a knack for style and a heart for customer service, her dream of owning a boutique goes beyond clothes and shoes. Keplinger’s goal is … [Read more...]
Decision on Proposed Condo Development on Overton Road Delayed Until December
By Sam Prickett A 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...]
Insuring Prosperity: Greenhalgh Insurance Celebrates 80 Years
By Emily Williams When Ted Greenhalgh started Greenhalgh Insurance in 1937, setting up in the Southside of Birmingham, the idea of buying liability insurance was new for many homeowners. Eighty Years later, the company has not only served its community by providing the insurance, it has spread its coverage across 25 states. But its heart and headquarters remain in … [Read more...]
Senior Moments: Area Residents Are Prepped for Birmingham Games
By Lee Davis The National Senior Games are coming to the Birmingham area June 2, and Kerry Grinkmeyer and Abby Lutzenkirchen are ready. Grinkmeyer of Mountain Brook, 72, is a veteran of two previous Senior Games and will be competing in three running events as well as cycling. “I’m participating because if I do so, I will live a longer and healthier life,” Grinkmeyer said. … [Read more...]