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Photo by Ron Burkett.
Vestavia businesses named Alabama Retailer of the Year
Two businesses won silver awards, while one, Leaf & Petal, took home gold. Read more
Photo by Cathlene Cowart.
Retreat Day Spa moves to Vestavia Hills
The Retreat Day Spa just moved to the Cahaba Heights area at the beginning of September, but owner Jill Copeland already feels at home on Crosshaven Drive. Read more
Photo Courtesy of Katherine Stephen.
2 new DIY shops offer workshops in Vestavia
With Makers Birmingham open since July and Board and Brush expected to open in September, Vestavia Hills residents will have two options for do-it-yourself workshops focusing on wood products this fall. Read more
Sisters open The Sassy Peacock boutique on Columbiana Road
For the past 24 years, Joy Maples Ledvina has been making her own clothes with sustainable fabric through her Earth Creations business, known for the Alabama Dirt Shirt. Read more
Rendering courtesy of Charles Perry.
New development coming to Liberty Park in 2020
Cahaba Station, a 28,000-square-foot development off Liberty Parkway between Encompass Health and the Federal Reserve, broke ground in early September, said developer Charles Perry, with hopes to open in May or June 2020. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
New medical plaza on track to open late 2019 or early 2020
The new Vestavia Medical Plaza is still on track to open late this year after breaking ground last December. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Small businesses play vital role in community
From sponsoring community events to advertising at high school football games, small businesses are a part of life in Vestavia Hills. Read more
Photo courtesy of Urgent Care for Children.
Two pediatric urgent care clinics coming to Vestavia Hills
This fall, Vestavia Hills will welcome two new pediatric urgent care clinics, both of which will provide after-hours care for children and young adults, birth to age 21. Read more
Photo by Jesse Chambers.
Three Vestavia Hills businesses named Alabama Retailer of the Year
Three Vestavia Hills businesses have been announced as winners in the Alabama Retailer of the Year competition: New York Butcher Shoppe, Domino’s Pizza and Leaf and Petal. Read more
Photo by Bobby Mathews.
Publix construction underway at Liberty Park
Ground has been cleared and construction has started on the Publix at the Marketplace, located at the Bray at Liberty Park, according to new project manager John Bonanno. Read more
Photo by Kristin Lindsey.
Nuzzi Gelato brings traditional gelato to Birmingham
When Nick Lannuzzi, the owner of one of Birmingham’s newest food trucks, Nuzzi Gelato, went to Italy a few years ago and tried their artisan gelato for the first time, he couldn’t stop thinking about the frozen treat. Read more
Photo courtesy of NS Studio.
NS Dance opens Cahaba Heights studio
Natalie and Shad Simpson both began dancing in Birmingham studios at around 2 years old. The husband and wife duo now own NS Dance Studio, where they can share their love for dance with others. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Dunkin’/Baumhower’s expected to open in October
The new Baumhower’s Victory Grille, along with adjacent business Dunkin’ (formerly known as Dunkin’ Donuts), are expected to open Oct. 1 or shortly before or after, a few weeks after college football season gets started. Read more
Courtesy of Till
The changing face of farmers markets
Cahaba Heights offers new ways for people to access fresh food. Read more
Courtesy of Stacey Tucker Eddy
Vestavia resident starts ‘personal concierge’ business
Stacey Tucker Eddy started selling items for other people while working another job, never knowing it would lead her to one day start her own business. Read more
Neal Embry
Parents can save on school supplies in mid-July
The state of Alabama’s annual back-to-school tax holiday is set this year for July 19-21, offering parents a chance to save money on their children’s school supplies. Read more
Neal Embry
Secretary of State Merrill speaks to Vestavia chamber
Merrill, who's been in office since 2015, spoke about his work in expanding voter registration and helping business leaders. Read more
Bendy’s Cookies and Cream opens storefront in Cahaba Heights
Bendy’s Cookies and Cream has spent the past three years on wheels, but sometime this summer, they’re planting roots and opening a store in Cahaba Heights next to Martin’s BBQ. Read more
Neal Embry
Zoo president speaks to chamber
Chris Pfefferkorn has led the zoo since June 2018. Read more
Photo by Layton Dudley.
Setting up for a ‘lifetime of smiles’
Dr. Clayton Browne, who grew up in Homewood and now lives in Vestavia, opened the new office in fall 2018 after graduating from the UAB School of Dentistry, first in 2015 and later returning for a certificate in orthodontics. Read more
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