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Steven Mark Hudson achieves circle of success recognition at Ameriprise Financial
Vestavia Hills resident Steven Mark Hudson, CFP, CFS, ChFC, CRPC, APMA, RICP, is a private wealth advisor with Hudson & Windle Private Wealth, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. Birmingham. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
New Merkle voting precinct to move to Cahaba Heights Baptist Church
Cahaba Heights voters who have been voting at the New Merkle House on Dolly Ridge Road will now cast their votes at the Cahaba Heights Baptist Church on Crosshaven Drive going forward. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Vestavia Hills deputy city clerk hired as new city clerk in Hoover
Wendy Dickerson has worked in the Vestavia Hills city clerk's office since 1999 and has been deputy clerk for about 15 years. Read more
Submitted by Hannah Peterson
VHHS students place first at state HOSA conference
Seven Vestavia Hills High School students qualified to represent our local Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) chapter in various medical competitions at the Alabama HOSA State Leadership Conference held Feb. 21-22 in Montgomery. Read more
Local ASFA senior named National Merit Scholarship Program finalist
Alabama School of Fine Arts senior and Vestavia Hills resident McGuire Price has been named as a finalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Read more
Cantrell joins mediation team
The Neutral Solution is pleased to announce that Vestavia Hills resident Glenda Cantrell has joined their group of mediators and arbitrators, known as “Neutrals.” Read more
Photo courtsey of Betsy Cooper.
Symphony Volunteer Council awards scholarships
On Feb. 21, the annual luncheon was held at Vestavia Country Club at which time the six winners performed and received their scholarship. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender.
Discovering, exploring and creating connections
Through UAB’s Arts in Medicine program, seven artists in residence are part of an effort to take care of patients’ emotional needs alongside their physical ones. Read more
Making solid investments
Vestavia City Schools alumnus Ted Alling has been involved in several highly successful businesses in his career. Read more
Photo courtesy of Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest.
Library to host spring break ‘staycation’
The Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest is offering a “staycation” each day from March 25-29 at 3:30 p.m. in the children’s department. Read more
Garden party, St. Patrick’s Day events on tap at New Merkel
The New Merkel Senior Center will turn green March 18 in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, center Director Melanie Perry said. Read more
Photo courtesy of Collat Jewish Family Services.
Collat Jewish Family Services awarded $5K to help families affected by dementia
Collat Jewish Family Services, through its CARES program, provides respite care for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and similar illnesses. Read more
Ministry makes impact with worldwide outreach
One day in October 2007, David Johnson said he woke up at about 2:30 in the morning with a message given to him by God. Read more
Photo courtesy of Congressman Gary Palmer
Palmer nominates 30 students to U.S. service academies
Congressman Gary Palmer (R-AL) has awarded nominations to 30 students from Alabama’s Sixth Congressional District to attend the U.S. Service Academies. Read more
Photo by Lexi Coon
VHUMC again hosting ‘Rise Against Hunger’
For those looking for volunteer opportunities this spring, Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church is once again hosting a “Rise Against Hunger” event, which helps send hundreds of thousands of meals to impoverished countries. Read more
Submitted by Catherine Angelo
Angelo - Harrison
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Anthony Angelo of Vestavia Hills announce the engagement of their daughter, Catherine Ann Angelo. Read more
Submitted by Amy Sherwood
NNLC Designates Holiday Charity Donation to Unless U
The New Neighbors League Club (NNLC) of Birmingham is happy to announce its selection of Unless U Birmingham as the recipient of the club’s annual holiday donation. Read more
Vestavia Hills Baptist Church administrative pastor to retire
After 34 years of dedicated service to the congregation of Vestavia Hills Baptist Church, Dennis Anderson is retiring as of March 2019. Read more
Staff photo.
Market on the Mountain, Whale of a Sale return
Whale of a Sale features items from various vendors, with sale proceeds going to benefit Vestavia Day School. Read more
Photo courtesy of Alice Elmore.
Bids and Bites to benefit VHEW
This year, the event is set for Feb. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hoover Country Club, said Alice Elmore, one of the leaders of the PTO-coordinated event. Read more
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