By Emily Williams For the past few years, downsizing has been the big trend in home building in the Over the Mountain area. Builders who have been lucky enough to secure the smaller pockets of undeveloped property nestled in the Homewood, Mountain Brook and Vestavia Hills areas organize their space wisely, fitting in homes that are on the smaller side. Though the Greater … [Read more...]
Raising the Roof: Vestavia Students and VHUMC Members Team up to Build Their 13th Habitat for Humanity Home
By Emily Williams In the words of author Sol Hurok, “The sky’s the limit if you have a roof over your head.” Volunteers, locally and from other states, recently came together under the auspices of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Birmingham to help build that roof for one Birmingham family. “Thank you for giving me the opportunity to make my kids’ dreams come true,” wrote … [Read more...]
Shiny and New: 2018 Parade of Homes Showcases New Houses in Area Communities
By Emily Williams Whether you are a first-time home buyer or moving on to a larger or smaller home, the Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builder’s 2018 Parade of Homes will have something to pique your interest. The annual event will be held over two weekends, April 27-29 and May 4-6, offering tours of more than 90 newly built houses throughout the greater Birmingham … [Read more...]
Funding the Fight: OTM Schools Host Community Events for Cancer Research
By Emily Williams As the end of the school year fast approaches, springtime in many Alabama schools is not only devoted to fitting in those last-minute lessons and preparing for final tests and exams. It also is a final chance for students to band together and give back to the community. According to the American Cancer Society of Alabama, approximately 80 schools, … [Read more...]
Kiwanis Centennial Project Connects Birmingham’s Past and Future
By Emily Williams Gray skies couldn’t cloud spirits as members of the Kiwanis Club of Birmingham cut the ribbon on their centennial project March 20. Positioned on the north side of Vulcan Park and Museum, the Kiwanis Centennial Park and its accompanying Kiwanis Vulcan Trail have helped mark the club’s 100th anniversary. “Ninety years later, we have finally realized … [Read more...]