By Sarah Kuper In the midst of all the new development in Crestline Village, one existing space is quietly transforming into a bright spot among the construction. Next door to Miss Dots, Alabama textile designer Mary Catherine Folmar is painting and papering walls with vibrant colors and patterns. Formerly home to Arden Photography, Folmar's new retail space will be the … [Read more...]
Money on the Table: Volunteers Needed to Help High School Seniors File for Financial Aid
By Sarah Kuper Any parent or school administrator knows that one way to get teenagers to sit up and pay attention is to offer free fast food. At least, that is what leaders at Alabama Possible are hoping will motivate Birmingham high school students to think about their future. Alabama Possible's "Cash for College" program is partnering with Taco Bell to give away free meals … [Read more...]
Saying Goodbye to Chief Zeke: Mountain Brook Fire Chief Retires After 22 Years
By Sarah KuperRobert Ezekiel, known as "Chief Zeke," has been the fire chief in Mountain Brook for 22 years. Now, he said, it is time to say, "Job done. Mission accomplished." Chief Zeke will be retiring at the end of the month from the job he said came as close to a dream job as could be had. He came to Mountain Brook after working with the Birmingham Fire Department … [Read more...]
A Freshman No More: Rep. David Faulkner Heads Back to Montgomery Hoping for a More Efficient Session
By Sarah KuperThe Alabama legislative session started this month and legislators are hopeful it will be more productive and less frustrating than the regular and special sessions in 2015. Over the Mountain state Rep. David Faulkner, R-Mountain Brook, is headed into his second year in the House. Representing parts of Homewood, Mountain Brook, Hoover and Vestavia Hills, … [Read more...]
Heart Healthy Resolve: Tenet Health CEO Honored at American Heart Association Heart Ball
By Sarah Kuper Alabama ranks No. 2 in the nation for the number of deaths related to cardiovascular disease, according to the American Heart Association. But this year's Heart Ball honoree, Garry Gause, said he firmly believes the work the association is doing locally can help Alabamians improve their heart health. "The education the association has done throughout the … [Read more...]