By Emily Williams As he finishes his first year on the board of the Greater Birmingham Humane Society, Robin Savage of Vestavia Hills is preparing to be Grand Marshall of the organization’s annual fundraiser, Jazz Cat Ball. The event, being held Feb. 9 at the Sheraton Downtown Birmingham, raises money for an organization in which Savage has become deeply invested. “The thing … [Read more...]
The Gift of Giving: Local Nonprofits Offer Holiday Gifts That Give Back
By Emily Williams The holiday season revives fond memories of pumpkin-spiced beverages, homes dressed in lights and a general cheeriness in the air. Then there are the less fond memories, most notably of shopping. It’s a time of year when you are scrambling to cross off every item on your list and drum up a gift idea for that friend or relative who “has everything.” Local … [Read more...]
Roll up the Welcome Mat: Area Animal Control Departments Working to Deter Cat, Snake and Coyote Population
By Sarah KuperThis time of year, fluffy baby ducklings and little baby bunnies are finding their way into ponds and backyards Over the Mountain. But local Animal Control officials are reminding community members to be aware of other wildlife emerging this time of year. Less adorable hatchlings like snakes, and less cuddly babies like coyotes are showing up in large … [Read more...]