By Kaitlin Candelaria Most people’s hobbies are things like enjoying a good book or cooking a great meal. But Nancy Goedecke isn’t most people. Goedecke, a locally renowned business woman and philanthropist, has made a hobby out of helping others. Like anyone, the Mayer Electric CEO loves spending time with her family as well as traveling, but within minutes of meeting her, … [Read more...]
Officials Examine Dog Legislation After Attacks
By Kaitlin Candelaria Some dog owners in Homewood have felt the pressure as the city’s public safety committee deliberated how to address a rise in dog attacks recently. The issue, brought before the committee at a July 20 meeting, was raised by animal control officer Robbie Bagby Hurst. Hurst reported that she had seen a rise in attacks in the city in the past six months, … [Read more...]
Fighting Childhood Cancer: Advocates Give Families Tools to Take on Disease
By Kaitlin Candelaria Every day in the United States, 720 children are diagnosed with cancer. It is the leading cause of death for children under the age of 15, yet research is consistently underfunded. These statistics led families of children suffering from cancer to push for naming September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In 2008, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution … [Read more...]
Mike’s Message: Royer Brings Laughter, Tears to Hoover Chamber Luncheon
By Kaitlin Candelaria Mike Royer brought on laughter and tears at this month’s Hoover Chamber Luncheon, at which he was the featured speaker. Royer, a prolific Birmingham newscaster, left his position at NBC 13 in June. He is now honoring the six-month no-compete clause of his contract, during which he is fulfilling speaking engagements. Although Royer has said not to rule … [Read more...]
Big Band Music: Homewood Boasts Largest Band in State…and It’s Growing
By Kaitlin Candelaria During Ron Pence’s 20-year tenure as the Homewood High band director, the band has continued its tradition of excellence. The largest high school band in the state, it has won countless awards, marched for millions across the country and swelled its ranks to unprecedented levels. In the past year alone, band members have traveled to Pasadena, … [Read more...]