By Emily Williams When Amy Atkinson and Caitlin Ogren were given a chance to outfit the 2015 Inspiration Home’s master bedroom, they went to work creating a calm retreat. c “We went with a neutral palate,” Ogren said. “We just wanted it to be a soothing and calm master bedroom.” A wooden four-poster bed is the focal point in the room with a neutral fabric covering the … [Read more...]
Solemn Celebrations: Former Homewood Restaurateur Honors Family at Day of the Dead Festival
By Kaitlin Candelaria Birmingham resident Franklin Biggs became a key player in Dia de Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead festival, while dealing with his own family death. The holiday, which traditionally is celebrated on Nov. 2 in the Mexican culture, focuses on honoring and remembering family and friends who have passed away. People do this by gathering their families, … [Read more...]
Roberson Retires: Police Chief Stepping Down After 42-Year Career
By Kaitlin Candelaria Homewood Police Chief Jim Roberson was led into police work by the desire to make an A. “I had a grandfather that was a Birmingham police officer for 25 years but he retired by the time I was born,” Roberson said. “I left high school to go to Jacksonville State to be a history teacher, but I had the opportunity to be raised in a small church with … [Read more...]
GBHS Maintains Animal Control Through End of Year
By Kaitlin Candelaria The Greater Birmingham Humane Society can breathe easy – for now. The Jefferson County Personnel Board voted unanimously at an Oct. 13 meeting to extend the organization's animal control contract, which has been in place since January. The issue will be reconsidered at the beginning of 2016. The issue of whether to extend the contract arose when … [Read more...]
The New Prince: Betsy Prince Changes Owners
By Kaitlin Candelaria Bezshan Dolatabadi has always dreamed of owning his own store. Dolatabadi, an employee of the local boutique Betsy Prince for more than 30 years, is now seeing his dreams come true. As of the beginning of this month, Dolatabadi is the new owner of Betsy Prince. “Eight to ten years ago, Betsy and Peter semi-retired, so it increased my buying and my … [Read more...]