By Ana Good As the Vestavia Hills City Council nears decision time on whether to rezone and annex the former Altadena Country Club property, work continues behind the scenes to put the final touches on plan details. The vote will be held Sept. 28, months after the city first announced its interest in the property and following a lengthy planning commission meeting in which … [Read more...]
Rep. Palmer Talks About Iran, Budgets in VH Town Hall
By William Singleton During a recent town hall meeting, U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer, R-Alabama, shared his outlook on various national issues, including his concerns about the Iran nuclear deal, his outlook on repealing the Affordable Care Act and his efforts to reduce government waste. The freshman congressman has been holding town hall meetings throughout his Sixth Congressional … [Read more...]
Talkin’ Football: After Controversy, Rebels Ready for Season
By Lee Davis Nobody can blame Vestavia Hills coach Buddy Anderson for being ready for some football. After a summer of controversy over the Rebels’ mascot, Anderson – and everyone else in the Vestavia football family – is ready to move on. “All of that is behind us,” Anderson said. “The full focus is on the season ahead.” The Rebels are hoping to bounce back from an … [Read more...]
Double Take: Vestavia’s City Manager and Twin Film “Family Feud”
By William C. Singleton IIIVestavia Hills City Manager Jeff Downes and his family will appear in an upcoming segment of “Family Feud.”The show’s producers are supposed to contact Downes and his family when the show is scheduled to air, he said. Downes can’t disclose how his family fared on the popular game show hosted by comedian Steve Harvey.“I can’t say what the … [Read more...]
Kitchen Aid: Vestavia Family Gives Kitchen Modern Update
By Kaitlin CandelariaMaria and George Dikis moved to Vestavia Hills last year. Their daughter, Evie, was approaching school age and they were interested in the education system.They compromised on their home; George loved the modern mid-century building, whereas the painted brick gave the house a cottage-feel that catered to Maria’s more traditional style.However, … [Read more...]