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...]
Images of Home: Hoover Author Documents City’s Past
By Annie Howard Heather Skaggs knows her roots. An author and history buff, she grew up in the Mountain Oaks neighborhood, which would be incorporated into Hoover. “The history that I know, I grew up with,” she said. “This is my home.” Her passion for Hoover shines through in her three books: “Images of America: Bluff Park,” “Images of America: Hoover,” and “Images of … [Read more...]