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Broadway by Broadway: Vestavia Hills native creates online community to celebrate Broadway with stars, fans together
On the page, Hunsucker posts archival photos and video that he finds on YouTube, in the New York Public Library and from other sources. Read more
Vestavia Hills alumna shines light on ‘toxic’ culture at pro soccer club
As she now moves forward with her life and new career, Cade said women, no matter their line of work, should not put up with sexual harassment and sexism. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
‘It’s about the people’: VHUMC steps up to help community during COVID-19
The church delivered thousands of meals to various organizations all over the area and carried out various ministries to help the Vestavia Hills and greater Birmingham community during the pandemic. Read more
Metro Roundup: Briarwood’s Boo Mama
Sophie Hudson started blogging in 2005 as a creative outlet. Mom to a two-year-old son, she would read other blogs at night and decided to create one of her own. Thus, Boo Mama was born. Read more
Metro Roundup: ‘Working for the animals’
New leadership, programs and a makeover of Shelby Humane Society have revitalized the nonprofit. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Metro Roundup: Judge Robert Faircloth watches the parade pass by on his 100th birthday
On Aug. 4, when he turned 100, Faircloth saw something he hadn’t seen before — cars stretched as far as the eye could see outside his home on Corinth Drive, all taking part in a parade to wish him a happy birthday. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
An Icon: Coaches reflect on Buddy Anderson's storied career
Every high school football coach in the state of Alabama has a Buddy Anderson story. Nearly every one of them has crossed paths with the longtime head coach at some point over the last 42 years. Read more
Photo Courtesy of Mona Fisher
Rotary Club awards scholarships
The Vestavia Hills Rotary Club awarded annual scholarships to three Vestavia Hills High School seniors via a virtual Zoom meeting on July 21st: JT Matthews, Emma Leggett and Amariah Thurston. Read more
Photo by Mona Fisher.
Vestavia rotary starts new event
Participants select their preferred school to support. They may hike the hill at their own pace, from Sept. 1 through Sept. 20. Read more
Metro Roundup: Local podcaster Knox McCoy releases 2nd book
In the book, he uses everything from Bible stories, pop culture references and personal stories to show how asking tough questions and approaching life with a willingness to reconsider ideas can allow people to grow in their faith. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Metro Roundup: Keeping Aniah’s memory alive
The Harrises had something else to celebrate on June 22, too: it was the official launch date of Aniah’s Heart, a nonprofit organization in honor of Blanchard. The primary goal will be to educate the community about personal safety habits. Read more
Photo courtesy of BWWB.
Metro Roundup: Women break through as engineers at water utility
However, the Birmingham Water Works Board now has three female engineers on staff who hold doctorates in civil engineering, according to a news release from the utility. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Metro Roundup: Hoover woman whispers her way into YouTube fame
Essentially, ASMR is a comforting or soothing sensation that people feel in response to certain types of voices, sounds and behaviors. Read more
Photo courtesy of Ken Smith.
Former superintendent remembered as man of integrity
Smith leaves a legacy for many to follow, from his friends to his former students and to his family. Read more
United Ability CEO leaves legacy in Birmingham area
Edwards had a passion for helping people with disabilities live meaningful lives, providing early-intervention therapy, other therapies and many more resources for them, Brian Barksdale said. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Vestavia Hills alumnus becomes first graduate of UAB immunology program
Blaylock is the first graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s undergraduate immunology program, formed to focus on the immune system and the role it plays in maintaining health and causing diseases. Read more
Photo courtesy of David Goodwin.
Metro Roundup: American Red Cross Mid-Alabama chapter makes hire for new role
Goodwin will be engaging with the volunteers who serve on the local board of directors, as well as continuing with fundraising opportunities supporting the work that the Red Cross does through generous small and large donations. Read more
Photo courtesy of Jason Myrick.
Metro Roundup: Shelby County Lt. Jason Myrick pens book trilogy
When describing the category of his writings, Myrick said there’s no place it can exist. It’s a mix of thriller, suspense, military action, Christian, time travel and science fiction all packed into one book. Read more
Photo courtesy of Kari Kampakis.
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
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