By Emily Williams Throughout its 100-year history, the Kiwanis Club of Birmingham has remained cemented to its original mission while adapting to the often tumultuous environment of the city it calls home. As the club celebrates its anniversary, it is ushering in a new era with a centennial project to revitalize Vulcan Park and Museum and reflecting on its past through the … [Read more...]
A River Runs Through It: Birmingham Man Channels Passion for Southern Living Into Conservation
By Sarah Kuper So far in his life, Britt Butler has served in WWII, worked as a Jefferson County reserve deputy sheriff and mentored dozens of Boy Scouts. He also served as one of the founding fathers of today's Southern Living magazine. Butler's grandfather ran a publication called the Progressive Farmer in the early 1900s. In an effort to engage city dwellers, Progressive … [Read more...]