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Metro Roundup: Local author, blogger Kari Kampakis pens 3rd book
Her purpose in writing these books is to empower girls through faith and to empower moms to help their daughters. Read more
Photo by Ingrid Schnader.
Metro Roundup: Local business owner partners with artist to share message of hope
Once he boarded up his windows, he decided to cover up the “ugly plywood” with a mural in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Read more
Photo courtesy of Jessica Miller.
Vestavia Hills residents raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s amid global health crisis
Catherine Poellnitz and Cole Tenner participated in The Longest Day to help raise critical funds and awareness to advance Alzheimer’s Association care, support and research programs. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
STEP Ministries helps people fight addiction and ‘live life better’
The ministry is uniquely focused on preventing addiction. By taking principles from the world of recovery, Ward teaches them to people early in the addiction cycle. Read more
Vestavia Hills resident volunteers to possibly be injected with COVID-19 virus
When Gentle heard about the possibility of a human challenge trial, in which a group of people will be injected with the COVID-19 virus and half of them given a possible vaccine and the other half a placebo, he wasn’t scared to sign up. Read more
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A day in the life of John and Gina Henley: Henleys wear many hats around the city, prioritize community involvement
The couple is heavily involved at their church, St. Elias Maronite Church, have helped run community events, and been involved in community boards, city leadership and other organizations. Read more
Photo courtesy of Wes Gaylard.
Anna Wood receives scholarship from VHYGBB
The board of the Vestavia Hills Girls Youth Basketball League awarded its first $500 scholarship to 2020 Vestavia Hills High School graduate Anna Wood. Read more
Two VHHS students earn rank of Eagle Scout
Andrew Hudson and Ethan Owens both recently achieved the rank of Eagle Scout at Dawson Church Troop 83. Read more
Photo courtesy of Doug Brown.
Metro Roundup: A ride in the park
Trips for Kids is a national nonprofit organization with over 80 chapters, whose purpose is to provide inner-city youth access to bicycles and the opportunity to participate in outdoor rides. Read more
Metro Roundup: Father-son book project becomes a ‘labor of love’
Their book, called “Illusions: Poetry & Art for the Young at Heart,” showcases 22 poems and black-and-white illustrations for “the young at heart.” Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Metro Roundup: Meals for Healthcare Heroes helps frontline caregivers, local eateries
Meals for Healthcare Heroes offers a boost in morale to Birmingham health care workers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic and provide financial support to local restaurants seeking to survive in these days. Read more
Metro Roundup: HHS senior salvages part of prom experience with Vulcan photoshoot
Like other students in her class, Homewood High School student Kate Graphos lost some of the best moments of her senior year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Photo courtesy of Todd Eagle.
Metro Roundup: Pastor spreads positivity through roadside signs
Since April 1, he has spent several hours each day doing his part to bring cheer to others during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Metro Roundup: Homewood muralist surprises community with uplifting message
Shawn Fitzwater’s idea to paint the We Are All In This Together mural in Homewood on the Battle Republic building was a last-minute decision. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Local artist helps keep community safe, stylish
“With everything that was going on, we weren’t having a lot of scrunchie sales,” Brockwell said. “So Becky Sager at The Clotheshorse contacted me and asked if I would be willing to make some masks.” Read more
A day in the life of Melanie Perry: New Merkel House director enriches, expands local senior community
Rudy Duda, a regular at the New Merkel House, said Perry is a good role model who goes the extra mile for New Merkel House members. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Vestavia Hills native lands major role in national tour of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’
The coronavirus put a hold on McDowell’s musical theatre career, which has continued to grow since he began in 2006. But if it weren’t for the words of a high school friend, it might not have started at all. Read more
3 longtime Vestavia police officers retire
The officers all served different roles within the department, but all spent several years — and for some, several decades — serving the city. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Wade carries broadcasting dreams to UA
Wade has been a part of the Rebel Nation Sports Network for the past few years at Vestavia and has called many football, basketball, baseball and soccer games, among other sports, over the years. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Playing for the world to hear: Vestavia Hills graduate returns to Carnegie Hall this summer
Kim set her sights on being selected for the National Youth Orchestra, funded and led by Carnegie Hall, and is returning for the second year in a row this summer. She will be the only participant from Alabama. Read more
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