By Blake EllsThe Mountain Brook boys cross-country team won its 14th state championship on Nov. 11 at Oakville.The Spartans had four finishers in the top 17, including Charlie Slaughter at second and Hunter Harwell at eighth. Joseph Pitard and Gram Denning finished 16th and 17th, respectively. Sophomore Eric Alexander place 41st.Vestavia Hills senior James Sweeney … [Read more...]
Late-in-Life Calling: Presbyterian Minister Converts to Catholicism and Joins the Sisterhood
By Sarah KuperGrowing up, Sara Burress was one of many faithful Presbyterians in her small Mississippi hometown.“Whenever the church doors were open, our family was there,” she said.In fact, Burress’s Presbyterian roots run deep; one of her Scottish ancestors journeyed to colonial America to found a Presbyterian church in South Carolina.That’s why it is … [Read more...]
A Tour Guide to College Campuses: Birmingham Business Takes the Legwork out of Organizing College Search
By Sarah KuperThe fall season for Over the Mountain high school students is in full swing with pep rallies and Friday night lights. But looming over the fun of a student’s senior year is the deadline for a big decision – where to apply to college.Now, one Birmingham business is helping take the stress out of at least one step in the process. Several times a year, … [Read more...]
Wining and Holiday Dining: Two Experts Pour out Their Tips for Your Thanksgiving Table
By Donna CorneliusMost Thanksgiving feasts include so much food that even the pickiest eater can find something to love. That variety also is a boon for choosing wines.“There are so many different flavors on the table, especially if you’re having a big meal,” said Scott Atkinson, the Mountain Brook Western Market’s wine director. “With wine, that’s a good thing. … [Read more...]
Tools for Success: All In Mountain Brook Prepares for Annual Parenting Conference
By Emily WilliamsParenting isn’t easy. There isn’t a book that can be read or an app that can be downloaded to solve all of the mysteries and struggles. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t help available.One of the ways the Mountain Brook school system helps parents is through participation in All In Mountain Brook, a community-based nonprofit organization that … [Read more...]