Hoover's Magazine, Fall 2022

ECLECTIC SENTIMENT • THE WORLD GAMES IN HOOVER • WORDS FROM WALK-ON’S LIVING TO SERVE DETECTIVE SERGEANT CLINT BLACKMON’S LEGACY HEALTHFUL WHOLESOMEAND REVAMPING HOOVER’S CUISINE FALL HooversMagazine.com2022Volume11|Issue3$4.95 TREASURESTINY ART AS BEAUTIFUL AS IT IS MINI

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FIND YOUR FOREVER HOME TODAY REALTYSOUTH.COMAT People are our specialty. Homes are our business. Integrity is our standard. Excellence is our result.

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Detective Sergeant Clint Blackmon pays homage to his grassroots at the Hoover Police Department while also giving his thoughts on his career ahead.

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It’s the people who make Hoover the community that it is! Here we recognize some of those making an impact on others around them through their businesses.

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HooversMagazine.com 5 6 Contributors 7 From the Editor 8 The Question 9 The Guide 24 Instagram 72 Chamber Connections 81 Out & About 87 Marketplace 88 My Hoover in every issue HM arts & culture 13 Mini Masterpieces: Art Collection Must Be Seen to be Believed schools & sports 25 Head over Teal: Remembering Laura Crandall Brown 34 Five Questions For Kellye Bowen: SPHS Volleyball Coach food & drink 35 Delicious and Robust: Fab Fruit’s New Menu Lineup 48 Five Questions For: Walk-On’s Franchisee Owner Matt Roth

home & style 49 Décor to Adore: One Couple’s Love to Accentuate 49

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ADMINISTRATION

James Culver, Photographer

James lives in the Birmingham area with his wife, Rachel, a native of Homewood, and their three children, Callie, James III and John Michael. James is a graduate of Auburn University and spent years in Atlanta working as a graphic designer, creative director and photographer. He specializes in event, real estate and portrait photography, and he can be found on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook at @jculvercreative and at jculver.com.

Carmen earned her master’s degree in communication and information sciences from the University of Alabama. She has worked as a magazine feature writer for the last 15 years and also works as a writing coach and copy editor. Her work has been published in HomeCare, Tuscaloosa Magazine, The Executive and more. She enjoys writing articles on a variety of topics but especially health and wellness and inspirational articles on human resilience. Check out her website at carmensheabrown. com.

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Evelyn Adams is an Alabama-based photographer with a passion for turning even the mundane, everyday into art. Specializing in portraiture and lifestyle photography, she sees beauty in taking a backseat during photoshoots when she can — to watch, to learn, to capture and compose. Evelyn strives to take a documentary approach to her art. Check out her work on her Instagram: @evelynadams.co and her website: evelynadams. co.

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Not everybody has a sister, a wife or a daughter, but everybody has a mother. Mothers are precious. If any other’s mother is like mine, she’s strong-willed, opinionated and stubborn, but she also loves unconditionally, protects her own ferociously and never misses an opportunity to remind me where I came from.

I almost never grew up with my mother. When I was 4 years old, my mother developed a precancerous ovarian cyst that caused her to near knock on death’s door. She thankfully had wonderful surgeons.

My mother had overcome the pain of passing and not knowing her unborn years before I was born. Through losing pregnancies, nearly losing me in delivery and barely surviving an ovarian cyst, my mom has earned the right to remind me that she brought me into this world and she can take me out, ha!

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Up until this point, however, there has not been an early-detection test for ovarian cancer, which is exactly why the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation came to be. Carmen Brown details Laura’s story on page 25, in which she recalls loved ones’ testimonies of how Laura, in her final days battling this invisible killer, dedicated her efforts to founding Alabama’s only nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to fund research for an early-detection test. A test that might’ve saved her life among countless others.

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I implore each of you, readers, to please consider what you can do to help.

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Serving His Community A look at the life of Detective Sergeant Clint Blackmon and his impact in the Hoover community.

So what can we do, readers, to help supports our mothers, our daughters, our sisters, our friends? Laura Crandall Brown Foundation Executive Director Ramona Graffeo encourages anyone who wishes to be supportive to donate, to volunteer and to spread awareness for the race to find an early-detection test.

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This year around 20,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Less than half will survive five years after their diagnoses. Out of all deadly gynecologic cancers, ovarian cancer is the most fatal. Women like my mother are lucky. Surviving all that my mother has and calling her lucky doesn’t seem to be a fair statement, but sadly, other mothers like her could be at risk for such a disease and not even know it. The symptoms of ovarian cancer are inconspicuous, with some being written off as signs of one’s menstrual cycle or menopause. For those that discover their diagnosis, it’s often too late.

Photo by Keith McCoy Design by Connor Martin-Lively the editor

On Saturday, Sept. 24 all are invited to participate in the Head Over Teal 5k and 10k, which is taking place at The Preserve in Hoover, Alabama, at 8 a.m. Those interested in volunteering or participating in the races can visit thinkoflaura.org for more information.

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-Jordan Hosey THE QUESTION

Dave Tyson is a veteran who speaks the languages of many. Being someone who has served countless tours, he is very open minded to other cultures and views, too.

I would (like) to give a shout out to my grandfather, Alex Cheeks, who served in the U.S. Airforce and in Vietnam.

-Beth Tucker

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-Justin Breedlove

-Cody Hooks

Elvis because it’s cool he served while also being a famous rockstar.

-Amy Moore

Who’s a veteran you’d like to give a shout-out to for his or her service?

-Corinne Mitchell

-April Mitchell

I’d like to give a shout out to my dad.

I’d like to give a shout out to my veteran dad, Bob McRee, of Bessemer even though he’s no longer with us. He served in the navy for eight years.

My good friend Spc. StringerTre

I would like to give a shout out to my favorite veteran, my daddy, Staff Sergeant Ted Stuckey, who served in the U.S. Army. I will always be proud to be the daughter of SSG Stuckey. -Susannah Stuckey May

I’d like to give a shout out to my sister, First Lieutenant Ashley Guthery.

Calling all artists and enthusiasts! The Bluff Park Art Show is not only back again this year, but it also is being held for the first time ever at the Hoover Met. More than 130 artists will be featured at this event, and 40 artists are newcomers to the show! Admittance is free, and this event is open to the public. Food, drinks and hands-on, family-friendly activities will be available, too. Learn more bluffparkartassociation.org.at

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9 A.M.-5 P.M.

OCT. 1

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THE 59TH ANNUAL BLUFF PARK ART SHOW

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Death on the Nile Movie Showing

SEPT. 15

AUG. 26: vs. Bartlett

Presented by Legacy Arena

THURSDAYSTHETHROUGHOUTFALL

SEPT. 9-11

SEPT. 11

SEPT. 2: vs. Spain Park

Brock’s Gap Brewing Company

Vestavia Hills City Hall

OCT. 4

The Preserve

SEPT. 8

Hoover High School Varsity

Wild at Heart Fundraiser & Gala Birmingham Zoo

PJ Storytime

Bacon and Blues Fest Riverchase Galleria Parking Lot

Hoover Public Library

Homewood High School Patriot Band 50th Reunion

Trivia Night

SEPT. 23-24

Homewood Chamber Golf Classic

SEPT. 18

up to dominate this fall! Come out to support them!

SEPT. 24

SEPT. 9: vs. Vestavia Hills

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony & Patriot Day Celebration

Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley

SEPT. 16: at. Hewitt-Trussville SEPT. 23 at Mountain Brook SEPT. 30: at Oak Mountain OCT. 7: vs. Tuscaloosa County OCT. 14: vs. Chelsea OCT. 21: at Thompson

Head Over Teal 5K & 10K

8-11 A.M.

SEPT. 24

SEPT. 19

Alabama State BumpersChampionship9-BallBilliards

Antiques at the Gardens

SEPT. 28 Mary J Blige

SEPT. 29-OCT. 2

AROUND TOWN

Samford University vs. Western SamfordCarolinaUniversity

Hoover Public Library

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

FootballTheHooverBucsaregearing

The 13th annual Head Over Teal 5k/10k is back, benefitting the Laura Crandall Brown Foundation. Participants can run, walk or stroll to the finish line. Food, drinks and family-friendly activities will be available for participants and sponsors after the event concludes. For more information, visit thinkoflaura.org/headoverteal.

Homewood High School & Surrounding Areas

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2022 Annual Witches Ride benefitting the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama at BeginningBirminghamatHomewoodCentralPark

Halloween Bar Crawl Steel Gastropub

OCT. 6

OCT. 29

The 49th Annual Greek Food Festival

OCT. 13-15

Presented by Red Mountain Theatre

AUG. 26: at Briarwood Christian SEPT. 2: at Hoover SEPT. 9 at Thompson

Samford University vs. Wofford Samford University

OCT. 21: vs. Oak Mountain

OCT. 7

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Halloween Havoc Half Marathon Oak Mountain State Park

Black Jacket Symphony: Saturday Night Fever Presented by BJCC Concert Hall

SEPT. 16 vs. Vestavia Hills

Come out and cheer on the Jags as they play to shut out their opponents!

The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce’s September

Spain Park High School Varsity Football

Greta Van Fleet: Dreams in Gold Tour

Jimmie Hale Mission Rescue Run 5K & 10K Downtown Homewood

Back to Broadway

SEPT. 30 vs. Tuscaloosa County OCT. 7: at Chelsea

The Beauty of God: Preaching, Worship and the Arts SamfordConferenceUniversity

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OCT. 27: at Pelham

OCT. 14: vs. Hewitt-Trussville

Taste of Hoover Aldridge Gardens

Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral

Presented by Legacy Arena

OCT. 30

OCT. 24-25

OCT. 8

11:15LuncheonA.M.-1P.M.

OCT. 29-31

OCT. 8

OCT. 29

Hyatt Regency Birmingham-The Wynfrey Hotel

Join the Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce for its monthly luncheon, featuring ABC 33/40 Chief Meteorologist James Spann! James will address the state of the city and speak on a variety of topics, and the chamber will also recognize new members, too. Networking begins at 11:15 a.m., and lunch will be served at noon. Reservations are $25. To register, visit chamber-of-commerce-september-luncheon-1610.hooverchamber.org/events/details/hoover-area-https://business.

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SEPT. 15

The Finley Center

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The Finley Center

Hosted by the Junior League of Birmingham, Market Noel showcases more than 100 merchants’ work, including handmade items, art, jewelry, artifacts and more. All of which will make great holiday gifts. This event’s hours are Thursday, Nov. 17 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.- 9 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Learn more about the Junior League of Birmingham’s mission and this holiday shopping extravaganza at marketnoel.net.

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Vintage Market Days of Birmingham

SEPT. 29-OCT. 1 NoelMarket

Vintage Market Days is celebrating its 10th anniversary! Don’t miss this opportunity to shop local handmadegoods,showcasingvendorsvintageantiques,luxuries, art, jewelry, holiday gifts and more. displayinganddesigners,decorators,Interiorresidentialhouseartistsotherswillalsobehomedesigns

and room props for your viewing pleasure. This is an indoor event, and service animals are permitted. Children under 12 are allowed free admittance. To stay updated on this event, visit https://vintagemarketdays.com/market/ birmingham/

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This one-of-a-kind art collection must be seen to be believed.

BY LAUREN H. DOWDLE PHOTOS BY EVELYN ADAMS

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That interest in tiny things began when she was a child and has only grown since. Her grandfather owned a print shop where her father worked after his day job as an engineer. The typesetting there was done by hand compositing, and each character

or symbol was a small piece of metal.

What began as a hobby that sometimes got Karen Libecap scolded as a child has led to a full-time passion, awards and a stunning collection of tiny works of “Whenart.Iwas little, I would always draw really small and write my name really small—and get in trouble in school for it,” Karen says.

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“My mom was an artist—she painted, knitted, sculpted, everything—so I grew up around that,”

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With those, she began creating her first collection of tiny art—and her love for all things small was born. But her passion for art had already been ingrained in her.

Karen’s job at the shop was to file the tiny pieces when they were finished with them—partly because she was the only one who could see them well enough. In between filing, she would gather leftover scraps of paper to write stories and draw on.

“I’ve met so many people and heard positive responses that have been helpful and keep me doing what I’m doing,” she says.

She tries to add as much detail as she can to each one, with pieces now taking her anywhere from a few hours to a couple of days to complete. “It started out like therapy,” Karen says. “I would just get lost in the painting. I had no idea it would take off like it

“I love that I can be quirky and random. When you look at my collection, it’s like walking inside my head.”

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“It was a natural thing for me,” Karen says. “I can put as much detail in them as I want.”

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She now uses watercolors, gouache and oils to create paintings that are 1.25-by-1.25 inches or smaller—and a very tiny brush. The process takes a great deal of patience and attention to detail, so it’s not surprising few artists create tiny paintings.

Residents can see Karen and her work at the Bluff Park Art Show on Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex. She will also be at the Kentuck Festival of the Arts from Oct. 15-16 at Kentuck Park in Northport, Alabama.

she says. “She was always encouraging me to follow myAfterpassion.”high school, Karen planned to go into illustration but ended up earning a degree in graphic design from Kent State University. But after college, getting married, having three children and working as an art director in several large cities, she set aside her paint and drifted away from art.

“I didn’t realize before doing the shows how important it was to meet the artist,” she says. “I’m not a fan of being front and center, but doing the shows helped make me more personable and put myself out there.”

decided to go back to her “little” roots and create a tiny piece of art—and it worked. The miniature size held her attention and allowed her to finish many of the pieces during one sitting.

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That changed after she got divorced and reconnected with her high school sweetheart in 2009. He asked her why she had stopped drawing, and soon after, she decided to start painting again. When she first started back, she focused on traditional-sized pieces.

As more events start back following the pandemic, Karen says she’s enjoyed participating in art shows and tries to do as many as she can.

But halfway through one of those projects, she would want to move on to something else. She

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So, she began creating larger abstract landscapes and portraits during that time, but her true love remained with her tiny paintings. As more art shows and events began opening back up, Karen

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“I love that I can be quirky and random. When you look at my collection, it’s like walking inside my head,” she says. “The ones I choose to paint, I can connect with in one way or another. Maybe it’s a favorite toy or my brother’s favorite food. I pick something that connects with me.”

She didn’t truly realize how important those interactions and art shows were until the pandemic hit and cancelled them. “Because the pieces are so small, it’s hard to take a good picture of them,” she says. “They’re something you have to see in person to really appreciate.”

would.”Some of her hyper-realistic tiny paintings include a grouping of Fisher Price Little People, cheeseballs, album covers, drinks and characters. She only creates 20 prints of each painting, so once a design sells out, it’s gone. Each original piece gives her the opportunity to let her creativity run wild.

While she hasn’t kept any of her paintings, she did come close once. “There was one of a jar of

pickles, and I just really liked how it turned out,” Karen recalls. “I’d decided if it didn’t sell at the show, I’d keep it. But then a guy came running up to my tent at the end and said, ‘Please tell me you still have the pickles,’ and he bought it.”

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No matter what she’s crafting, each piece requires her to solve an equation to fit so much detail on such a small canvas. “When I paint, I look at it as a math problem—as one part is in relationship to another,” she says. “If I’m off one dot, it will change everything.”Whileher canvas may be small, the possibilities of what she can create are anything but.

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To view or purchase her pieces, visit karenlibecap.com. Her prints can also be found locally at Thomas Andrew Art in Homewood and The Grand Bohemian Art Gallery in Mountain Brook.

in shock people like it so much. It’s relatable to a lot of people,” Karen says. “They’re affordable pieces of art that people can connect with—and they make great gifts.”

“I love that I can pretty much paint whatever I want to,” Karen says. “It’s unlimited.”

took full advantage of those opportunities.

When she isn’t painting tiny artwork for shows and festivals, she also accepts commissioned projects. Her commissioned pieces include a lot of pet artwork, though she has had more unique requests—like a latte machine and defibrillator.

That has also included attending art festivals, where she recently won best of show. She took home the award at the Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival in Texas this past spring for her miniature paintings.“I’mstill

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something wrong there is food for even the most discerning palette!

of Art, which is on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Quickly becoming a Hoover holiday tradition, Gifts of Art (GOA) features unique, one-of-a-kind gift items from local artists. From handmade jewelry and glass items to fabric to hanging art— GOA has an incredible array of gift items. All are reasonably priced, too. Why fight the crowds at the stores when GOA has something for everyone on your Christmas list? The addition of our new tent on the rear patio of the Aldridge House has enabled us to expand our artist line-up this year, so plan to visit the Gardens, shop and have some cookies and cider to kick off the

Taste of Hoover 2022 is Thursday, Oct. 6 from 5-8 p.m. (Oct. 13 rain date) “under the stars” at beautiful Aldridge Gardens. Tickets are available on the Aldridge Gardens interestedaldridgegardens.com,website,orthosecancallJanetAbernathy at 205-739-6553. This event has been a HARD sell-out in recent years, so get your tickets early! This year’s holiday season kicks into full gear with the 7th annual Gifts

Fall cannot get to Hoover fast enough this year. This summer’s heat will soon yield to those glorious, crisp, cool autumn nights, and what better way to spend one of those evenings than at Taste of Hoover? This has grown into THE premier fall event for the metro area, and the 2022 event looks like it will top all previous efforts! The line-up of Hoover eateries, beverage vendors and caterers is outstanding, with more than 30 booths scheduled. Live entertainment returns this year as well. And, as we always say, if you leave Taste hungry, there is

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Fall in the Gardens

Fall in the Gardens is amazing. Summer camps are over and school has started, and with that there is a majestic quietness that happens in the Gardens.Theweather is starting to change, and that allows our visitors to have cooler seestrollseveninglatewalksmorningearlyandtothefall flowers andbloomingleaves changing throughout our 31-acre Gardens.

ChristmasSpeakingseason!ofkicking off the season, while at GOA, visit our Annual Greenery Sale! This year’s Greenery Sale will be three days—Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., and until noon on Saturday. Our greenery is always fresh-cut days before. We have a wide assortment of different plants for holiday decorating, including holly, elaeagnus, pine, cedar, juniper, ivy and viburnum, including boughs with berries. Before your “butcher” you own shrubs, visit the Aldridge Gardens Greenery Sale!

As we close out 2022, the staff at Aldridge Gardens wishes you a joyful and merry holiday season!

As you mark your calendars with these dates, also remember that it is not too early to plan your holiday parties! Both Aldridge Gardens and the Hoover-Randle Home and Gardens are the perfect venues for your holiday get-together, with a variety of settings at both facilities for whatever size gathering you have in mind. Spaces at both facilities fill quickly during the holiday season, so call Amanda Baker at 205-739-6554 and book your space before time runs out!

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Fall celebrations are on everyone’s mind, and our annual Taste of Hoover is planned and ready to take place on Oct. 6, 2022. We have more than 26 Hoover restaurants, caterers and vendors signed up to put on a big food show.

Our event sells out every year and is a great fundraiser for Aldridge Gardens. If you haven’t gotten your tickets, they are available at aldridgegardens. com.Aldridge Gardens and our sister venue, the Hoover Randle House and Gardens, are both ready to take your reservations for your holiday parties. you.theeverythingsupportersthatbestcelebrationsyourareThanksgivingHalloween,andChristmastheperfectmonthstobookfamilyandcorporateatoneofHoover’svenues.Itisalsothetimeoftheyearweliketothankyou,ourandvolunteers,foryoudothroughoutyear.Happyfallfromallofusto

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The Laura Crandall Brown Foundation fights to find an early-detection test for ovarian cancer.

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RACE FOR THE TEST

BY CARMEN BROWN PHOTOS BY LLOYD BEARD & CONTRIBUTED SPORTS&

Vestavia Hills teacher and educator has been enjoying retired life for 17 years, spending a lot of time sharing meals with her husband, Ken, daughter, Lacee, and her two grandsons, Zach, 17, and Hudson. But there was a time not too long ago when she was in too much pain to cook and too weak to go buy groceries.

This year, 19,880 women like Alice and Laura will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Known as “the invisible killer,” symptoms can be vague, causing many women to not be diagnosed until it is too late.

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It began in early 2008, when she began dealing with bloating, weight gain and fatigue—symptoms she wrote off at first as being “normal” for a woman her age. But when unbearable abdominal pain she

Alice Laurendine laughed as she recalled the time just a few months ago when her 14-year-old grandson, Hudson, wanted to learn to bake banana bread with her.

didn’t even want her stomach to be touched sent her to the ER at 4 a.m. one morning, she knew it was something much more serious.

“We didn’t think to check to make sure the crevices were filled in and when it was in the oven, it exploded everywhere,” she says, chuckling. “Half of it was still in the pan, so we were still able to eat some, but I hadn’t seen cake explode like that in years!”Theformer

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Around that same time, 24-year-old Laura Crandall was just a couple of years out of college, having graduated from Auburn University with a degree in hospitality management and working at the Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center, where she met her future husband, Walter Brown. In the midst of planning her wedding, like Alice, Laura began having digestive issues and sharp abdominal cramping. When she went for her annual exam, her physician said it was IBS due to stress and prescribed her steroids. By September, when she began feeling full after only a few bites of food and the pain was getting worse, Walter took her to the hospital.

Laura, who was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive

subtype known as Small Cell Carcinoma of the Ovaries with Hypercalcemia Tendencies (which has been found in a child as young as 4 months old), lost her battle a little over a year later. She and Walter had been married for just 13 months. Shortly before she passed in December 2009, she and her family started a nonprofit to change the one major contributing factor to the survival rate: the fact that there is no test for early detection.

“I had prepared my family, because I just knew I was dying,” Alice says. “I didn’t know many women who had had it, but the ones I knew of didn’t survive. That’s pretty scary.”

“When we were filling out the paperwork, Laura

“I didn’t even consider ovarian cancer because I had had a hysterectomy,” she says. “But my doctor told me this is the case for 15 percent of women diagnosed.”Lessthan half of women diagnosed survive more than five years.

The Laura Crandall Brown Foundation is the only nonprofit organization in Alabama dedicated solely to fund research to develop an early detection test. Located in Lorna Square in Hoover, the organization has been instrumental in funding research, as well as offering emotional and financial assistance to women with ovarian cancer and their families.

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Misconceptions about the disease, such as that it only affects middle-aged women, also play a role in delayedPerhapsdiagnosis.whatwas most shocking for Alice was the fact she had a hysterectomy 23 years prior. She did not even have ovaries.

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Jim says groundbreaking research at the Ovarian Cancer Institute in Atlanta, which brings in researchers from other disciplines, has been very promising as far as developing a test Smithsonian Institution, is a cultural and educational research center promoting a comprehensive understanding for the significance developments in Birmingham & E M M E T T a s t a g e p r o d u c t i o n a b o u t A n n e F r a n k & E m m e t t T i l l p r e s e n t e d i n p a r t n e r s h i p w i t h T h e B i r m i n g h a m J e w i s h F e d e r a t i o n

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In order to find a test for early detection, the foundation has provided $500,000 in research grants to centers such as the Mitchell Cancer Institute at the University of South Alabama, UAB Division of GYN Oncology and the Ovarian Cancer Institute at Georgia Institute of Technology.

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said, ‘We can’t let this happen to other women like me,’” her mother, Cecilia Crandall, says.

“It’s not yet FDA approved. We have to test a lot of women,” Jim says. “But if that’s successful, legislation has been proposed for Medicare to pay for these tests. It has quite a few co-sponsors. A lot is going on in this area for cancer in general, especially the hard-to-detect types.”

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Laura’s father, Jim Crandall, has served as president of the board of directors and stays informed on the latest research. He says multi-cancer screening tests, such as Cancer Seek that do DNA analyses to look for gene mutations that regularly appear with cancer are very expensive. They’re about $800 and typically only tested in high-risk women.

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Alice, who now speaks at Survivors Teaching Students and helps with Woman to Woman, says

Alice says that researchers are also finding that the fallopian tube is where most ovarian cancer starts.“At-risk women now have the option to go ahead and have their fallopian tubes removed if they wish,” she says. “If you’ve had endometriosis, you’re more likely to develop ovarian cancer.”

for early detection. The Laura Crandall Brown Award for Early Detection is a $50,000 grant given each year to scientists like these who need assistance validating their research.

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“They’re the same age as Laura when she was diagnosed, so this hits home for them,” Cecilia says.

help with finances and transportation, the Foundation also offers several support groups. The Woman to Woman program pairs cancer patients with survivors who are trained to listen, communicate and support them in their journey. The CanSurvive Support Group is for everyone affected by ovarian cancer: patients, husbands, friends, family members, doctors and caregivers. Cecilia is active in CanSurvive and has created a private Facebook group to reach out to those affected. Survivors Teaching Students is a program where survivors speak to medical students, specifically those in gynecologic oncology.

In addition to helping cancer patients who need

“It’s an extremely slow process,” Jim says. “Catching it early and determining the type is very important. Once a reliable test is discovered, we can turn research over to treatment and more education.”

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“So many people see this as just a women’s issue,” Ramona says. “We have a board member who lost his mother to ovarian cancer, and he always says that not every man has a sister, a daughter or a wife, but every man has a momma.”

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Alabama is one of the top six states with the highest rates of death from ovarian cancer.

Executive Director Ramona Graffeo says a good number of men are active in the organization as well, attending support groups and fundraisers like the annual Taste of Teal Gala, where every year a piece of Laura’s artwork is auctioned off. The annual Get Busy Fighting golf tournament in memory of Ginny Bourland, who died in 2017, is another wellattended event.

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OVARIAN CANCER BASIC FACTS

Of the five gynecologic cancers, only one type-cervicalhas an early detection test.

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Although the average age of diagnosis is 55 to 64, ovarian cancer affects all ages and ethnicities. Only 15 percent of cases are diagnosed early.

that through most of her fight, she didn’t want to go to a support group.“Acouple of months past my treatment someone reached out and I thought, well, I’ll go. I wish I would have started going sooner. Just hearing their stories would have made a big difference.”LCBFoundation

Ramona says that all of the statistics surrounding ovarian cancer can be discouraging, but women can take control and be

“You don’t take your days lightly anymore,” she says.And she plans to have many more days with her family baking banana bread.

well worth it to survive.”

The next fundraiser is the Head Over Teal 5K on Saturday, Sept. 24 as part of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. For more information, visit Head Over Teal 5k/10k — Laura Crandall Brown Foundation (thinkoflaura.org). For more information on ovarian cancer or how to volunteer or donate, visit thinkoflaura.org.

“For many women their gut told them something was wrong, and they didn’t mess around. The biggest message we give to women is to listen to your body,” Ramona says. “Women have got to learn to not be afraid. Go ahead and check it out.”

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“If you’re diagnosed early enough, you’re much more likely to survive and tolerate the chemo,” she says. “It’s a very tough thing to go through, but it’s

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Now her days are full—reading, volunteering at church, playing bridge and traveling. She’s hitting every continent, she says, but right now she’s looking forward to a trip to Mobile with her husband for his class reunion. She’s also active in the Character Education Program at Samford University. An avid historical fiction fan, Alice is also attending a book club meeting in Hoover to discuss “The Last Wife of Henry VIII.”

proactive against the disease.

Alice was declared cancer-free in May 2009. Ten years later, she still goes in for an annual test. She continues to monitor her health, having lost 40 pounds by giving up most sugar and eating mostly fruits and vegetables.

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“Success is not a continuum,” Kellye says. She believes that every time you step on the court, you need to prove yourself. Right now, she is watching the team to see who will step into the shoes of leaders. Kellye says the team has some growing to do, but that is what they are doing now. With eight rising seniors, the team will have plenty of girls to take charge and lead this fall.

Why did you want to coach volleyball as a career?

Spain Park High School’s Volleyball Coach

Kellye says that coaching was not always a part of her career plan. Initially, she had planned to go into physical therapy, but after some time at Mississippi State, she realized that was not the right path for her. Kellye knew that she wanted to work with kids, and she believes that coaches are some of the most impactful people in the lives of children. With that in mind, Kellye decided to make coaching her career. Despite her long history with volleyball, Kellye admits that coaching did not exactly come naturally. “I’ve had a lot of failures in coaching as far as how to approach kids and parents,” she says. “In the end, it’s made me a better person and a better coach the way that some things have played out.”

Looking forward, what are some things your team will be doing in an attempt to win the title again this coming season?

Is there anything that you do with the girls to team-build off the court?

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Spain Park High School had never won a women’s volleyball championship in the school’s history. In 2021, they did just that. Under the leadership of head coach Kellye Bowen, Spain Park’s women’s volleyball team brought home the school’s first state championship title. Here, Kellye talks about her coaching journey, the championship and the upcoming season.

an hour mentally preparing for a game. Preparing this way, Kellye believes, makes the team a more cohesive unit. She says, “When people beside you know how you react, I feel like it’s an easier opportunity for you to play relaxed.”

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up last season when it came to leadership. The way that they led with love and kindness is something that she thinks every coach should take note of: “One thing that they really taught me was how to lead with grit and grace.” While three of the seniors from last season will not be playing on a college team, two will be continuing their volleyball careers as student-athletes in college. Kellye believes that no matter what path they choose for their lives, they will be successful because of their determination. “They’re great players,” she says. “But they’re even better people.”

How did the seniors help you lead this team?

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Kellye finds that it is crucial for teams to spend time together outside of practice and games. She says, “I think a lot of the connections are built up off the court.” One of the things that she thinks is most important is mental training. She explains that sometimes the team spends more than

You mentioned that the 2021 season was a dream season for the team. What do you think makes that team so special?

Everyone wants to leave their mark as seniors, Kellye says. The seniors stepped

Kellye draws everything back to the relationship the girls had with one another. She says, “The love they had for each other was the greatest I’ve seen for any team I’ve played on or coached.” The team treated each other with respect and love, something that Kellye says every team strives for. She also credits the determination and resilience of the team as something that made them special. They had the ability to recognize what they needed to work on and put forth an effort to fix it. Even though the girls faced obstacles, they were able to overcome those bumps in the road, and, as Kellye says, “They rose to the occasion.”

LIFE IS SWEET FAB Fruit owners Brad and Kaye Tompkins bring a new, upscale twist to Stadium Trace Village’s cuisine.

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October 2021 by husband and wife duo Brad and Kaye Tompkins, FAB Fruit offers made-to-order tasty and nutritional sweet treats that use high-quality ingredients without any sugar.

Eachtopping.”bowlconsists of a base of acai, pitaya or

If you’re looking for a quick treat or filling snack, look no further than FAB Fruit, one of Hoover’s newer restaurants, which is located in Stadium Trace Village and will soon be celebrating its first anniversary.Openedin

“The Purple Power Bowl is our most popular,” Brad says of FAB Fruit’s bowls. “The smoothie base combines acai, peanut butter, banana and vanilla protein powder. We add a layer of granola, then a layer of fresh strawberries, blackberries and banana. We finish this bowl with Nutella and peanut butter

The shop menu includes tropical fruit bowls, fruit smoothies and yogurt bowls, including the Kryptonite, which has a base of spinach, pineapple, white grape juice, banana and mango and is topped with strawberry, pineapple, coconut flakes, honey, chia seed and granola. Smoothies like Bad Habits,

which includes pineapple, strawberry, banana and white grape juice are also a popular option.

According to Brad, he and his wife worked with a personal chef, who took their ideas and helped develop them into recipes. Coupled with “lots of taste testing, trial and error,” they were able to design a menu that patrons love.

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Even though the antioxidants are an added benefit that patrons enjoy, many of them come back for the taste, as well as the atmosphere and the

“My family and I visit FAB Fruit at least once a week,” says patron Hope Crocker. “With the variety of bowl and smoothie options on the menu, as well as being able to create my own bowl, there is always something new to try. I love the unique combinations

of fruits. The different textures of the fruit puree, the granola and the sliced fruit make each bite an explosion of flavor! With protein in the fruit blend, the bowls are a great meal replacement but also a fun snack when I am out and about in Hoover. Even my sons who are 15, 13 and 9 love going to FAB. They think it is just a yummy dessert, but I know that it is a healthy meal. Sports take a lot out of their bodies, and the antioxidants in the fruit are great for sustained energy and muscle recovery.”

spinach, along with two fruits and two toppings. The bowls are available in three sizes, and extras, including protein and granola, can be added for an additional cost. If they select one of the recommended combinations, customers have the option to swap out ingredients, so even regular visitors can have a unique experience every time they place an order.

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Very berry base, granola, topped with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.

Smoothie with banana, almond milk, chocolate protein, acai and peanut butter.”

Trying FAB Fruit for the first time or looking to try something different on the menu? Whether you’re a new customer or some of the selections are new to you, the family-friendly restaurant offers everything from fruit bowls to fruit smoothies, as well as catering. Try one or a few of the FAB Fruit staff’s favorite concoctions.

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“We already operate other nonrestaurant businesses, so we bring an understanding of what business takes,” Brad says. “Our entire existence centers around Hoover, and we love the city. The

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service from FAB Fruit’s 20 employees, most of whom are working their first job.

The Tompkins’ used their business savvy to help with conceptualizing FAB Fruit. Although they are no strangers to the city of Hoover or the business world, FAB Fruit is their first foray into restaurants.

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Acai base, granola, hold the fruit and add Nutella.

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Pitaya base, granola, topped with strawberries, pineapple and honey.

“I love FAB Fruit,” patron Mitzi Eaker says. “Their fruit bowls and smoothies are fresh and delicious. The service is constantly the same—friendly staff, highest-quality products, great menu and a fabulous atmosphere. My favorite bowl is the Yogurt Bowl with Greek yogurt, lite granola, bananas, strawberries, blueberries and lite honey on top. I’m pretty addicted to it! My favorite smoothie is The Monster

Kathy Acai base, granola, topped with strawberries, blackberries and Nutella.

Maggie Acai base, granola, topped with strawberries, pineapple and Nutella.

Paradise base, granola, topped with strawberries, mango, Nutella and cacao nibs.

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Pink passion base, granola, topped with bananas and peanut butter.

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only decision was where in the city we would be. It is a fun business, and we really enjoy our customers and employees.”

In addition to the food, the customers enjoy being able to patronize a small local business.

“Supporting local small businesses is important to us. The owners of FAB Fruit and other locally owned restaurants are investing in the community by providing places to gather. By choosing FAB Fruit over other chain restaurants, I feel that I am helping to keep variety and uniqueness in Hoover. Also, the young adults who work at FAB Fruit are always kind and happy to serve, making it an enjoyable atmosphere to bring friends and family who visit from out of town,” Hope says.

As they complete their first year of business, the Tompkins’ plan is to continue with the same great family-friendly service while having an eye on the future.

“Our focus is to continue to provide the same great products and service that we have been providing since our inception. We will also continue to expand our normal menu and bring out seasonal bowls that highlight in-season fruits. We are excited for the amphitheater coming to Stadium Trace and the additional walk-through traffic it will bring,” Brad says. “Keep an eye out for a food truck. We will be expanding. New locations and a franchising agreement are being considered. Stay tuned.”

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The restaurant features Italian-inspired dishes including fresh seafood, steaks and pasta dishes, wood-burning pizzas and tasty burgers, along with bread, pizza dough and sauces all made in-house daily.“Tre Luna is a great place for a date night, a special occasion or as your favorite neighborhood spot,” Mooney said.

Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen provides delicious food and quality service to the Hoover community.

After opening in May of 2019, Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen has provided the Hoover community with a local neighborhood style restaurant.“Ourloyal customers stuck by our side through the pandemic, and we could not have survived COVID without their support,” said one of the restaurant owners, Erin Mooney.

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Tre Luna Catering was born in 2014. It was named for Brian and Erin’s “Three Moons”—the couple’s three children.In2019, they opened Tre Luna Bar and Kitchen in Hoover. Tre Luna is not

It all began in south Florida, where Erin’s husband, Brian Mooney, attended culinary school and Erin worked in the serviceTogether,industry.they developed and cultivated their dream of a catering business.

In 2021, the restaurant started offering lunch Wednesday-Friday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

only the couple’s dream, it is also their family.

The restaurant also has added a raw bar into the menu due to Erin Mooney’s love of oysters.

When customers come to the restaurant the Mooneys want them to experience delicious and consistent food every time they come to dine.

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“We serve raw, baked and fried oysters that we get fresh daily from Greg Abrams Seafood and Evans Meats and Seafood,” Mooney said. “Our guests are also offered Chef Brian’s house-made focaccia when they are seated at their table.”

Brian serves as the chef and has always been in the kitchen, where Erin’s strengths and passion can be found“Weserving.feel that having a servant’s heart and providing fresh food must go hand-inhand,” Mooney said. “Our staff is a part of our Tre Luna family, and we share our serviceminded values with them. We believe food brings people together. Our manager, Eloise Wright, ensures the front-of-the-house service is seamless and our talented team of chefs led by Executive Chef Brain Mooney and Sous Chef Luis Meza, produce inspired dishes and create a memorable experience for our guests. Eloise and bartenders Jonathan Brasher and Emily Reznicek worked together to create craft, seasonal cocktails.”

“Our hope is that our guests feel comfortable and welcomed by our amazing staff,” Mooney said. “We want them to enjoy the cocktails, food and service.”

A signature dish at Tre Luna is the Chicken Francese, which was the first Italian dish Brian Mooney learned as a young chef.

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A popular customer favorite is the braised boneless beef short ribs, which is a staple in downtown Birmingham at Tre Luna Catering (founded in 2014).

Both Brian and Erin have always found themselves involved in the food industry.

How did you get your start in the restaurant business?

What is the most popular item on the

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Matt is relatively new to the restaurant industry. Originally from Lafayette, Louisiana, he made a living through the environmental business. In 2016, Matt says he sat down at Walk-On’s with a business partner to discuss their intentions of purchasing another environmental company in Houston, Texas. As the two sat there, enjoying their meal and talking about their plans, Brandon Landry, the owner of the Walk-On’s franchise, walked into the restaurant. Brandon came up to Matt and his partner to ask what they were working on. When they told him, his response was, “I’m gonna tell you two things: Get out of the oil and gas business and buy a Walk-On’s franchise.” With that, Matt and his partner pivoted toward the food industry, and he says it is one of the best things that has ever happened to him.

Matt says that one of the things that sets Walk-On’s apart from other sports bars is the customer demographics. While most

One of the things that Matt says he’s learned is how good leadership can affect so many people. “Number one,” he says, “is that it starts at the top.” That is one of the things that he thinks sticks out when you think of Walk-On’s. He believes that the way owners Brandon and Drew compose themselves influences the way Walks-On’s locations all around the country are run. “The way they treat people and run their business,” he says, “trickles down the whole corporate office in Baton Rouge, through the franchisees, into our team and they project it to our customers.”

What is one thing that being a franchisee of Walk-On’s has taught you?

The Voodoo Shrimp is the mouthwatering item that Matt says people love. The Voodoo Shrimp is a classic Cajunmeets-bar food concoction. The item consists of shrimp wrapped in bacon and stuffed with cream cheese and pickled jalapeno. The shrimp is served on a bed of corn grits and finished with a drizzle of sweet chile. “It’s our version of shrimp and grits,” he says.

Matt Roth Franchisee Owner of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux in PHOTOHooverCONTRIBUTED QUESTIONS5FIVEFOR

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux is a sports bar chain co-owned by founder Brandon Landry and NFL quarterback Drew Brees. The restaurant serves a unique menu that spices up traditional sports bar food with Cajun classics. Open from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, this place is one of the best places in Hoover to sit down for a meal and celebrate your favorite team. Here, Matt Roth, the franchisee of the Hoover loca tions, talks about the restaurant’s success.

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menu at Hoover?

Matt says that the people are mainly the best part of opening the restaurant in Hoover. With their Southern hospitality, the people in the city of Hoover have embraced the restaurant as a part of the community. They also love sports, too. Another thing that makes Hoover the perfect place for a sports bar is the weather. Matt says, “We have three months of spring and three months of fall, where everybody can sit outside, watch games and enjoy themselves.” Those three things make the city of Hoover a place where a restaurant like Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux can thrive.

sports bars bring in far more men than women, Walk-On’s ratio of male to female customers is almost equal. Matt says, “In typical sports bars, demographics are 80 percent men and 20 percent women. Walk-On’s demographics are 52 percent men and 48 percent women.” He finds that the demographics at Walk-On’s are directly related to the quality of the food that the restaurant serves.

Other than its Cajun influence, what do you think makes Walk-On’s different than other sports bars?

What has been the best part of bringing Walk-On’s to Hoover?

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This 1954 home’s midcentury modern makeover has become a staple in the Bluff Park community.

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art from the likes of Paul Wilm, Ben South, Su Abbott, Jayne Morgan, Darrell Ezekial and more have composed. Sitting in the living room, for example, one can’t help but notice the original tongue and groove ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that caress each person with the warmth of the light outdoors. Everything about Jim and Philip’s midcentury modern home is beautifully innate, just like them.

“He and my sister came over while we were still in North Carolina. He did measurements of the whole house, and my sister immediately goes, ‘Are you sure about this? I just don’t see it,’” Philip explains.Whilerenovating any old home is a homeowner’s gamble, both felt confident. Jim says, “Working with Tim was really cool. He knew our style. The whole goal was to keep the aesthetic of the midcentury modern.”

And midcentury it is! When one is invited in, he immediately feels light, calm, welcome- a feeling that not all abodes provide. Peering around, his eyes are held captive in the mysterious allure that

That’s not even the best part. The home, as Philip recalls, was actually home to Paul and Deanie Perkins and their son, Alabama rhythm and blues musician Eddie Hinton. Eddie was a Muscle Shoals session musician from 1967 until his death in 1995. Eddie was honored with a bronze star, which was presented to him by the Alabama Music Hall of Fame in 2001. In 2018, he was officially inducted in the AMHOF. But still today, his boundless sense of musical joy remains alive in the pop-modern that adorns these once tasteless walls.

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Rare are those with both an eye for eclectic design and a passionate, restorative talent. Jim Barron and Philip Pieper, however, are an exception against the norm.Their newly renovated home, which was originally listed as a three-bedroom, two-bathroom house, was actually a few bedrooms, one shallow bathroom and a hole not even a toilet but a hole for a commode in a storage closet in the carport. Fervent in their mission to create their forever home, they phoned a friend Philip’s architect and brother-inlaw, Tim Lucy, to be exact.

From décor one just adores, to renovating a 1954 home into a gorgeous staple house, to reviving Eddie Hinton’s legacy, to benefitting worthy causes, Jim and Philip prove to be outstanding citizens ones worthy of artistic praise and just a general, “well done, folks.”

Originally an open carport, the dining room is a favorite space in the home. Notice the statement table and chairs all have flat, rounded edges, bringing out the eclectic nature of the midcentury aesthetic. The glass-blown vases, too, are décor from Jim, who freelances special events with his floral talent.

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Jim requested that their contractor, Korey Nations of NATCO, not open up the kitchen because open concepts are not “midcentury modern.” The couple utilized cabinetry from Brewer Cabinets and stone for their countertops from Cutstone Company.

Jim and Philip say they went through more than 30 different residential designs before they decided on a floor plan that they loved.

The couple opted for midcentury blues to complement their art. This statement piece was painted by Jim’s aunt’s college roommate, Merlyn Dykes. His family came into possession of the piece when Jim’s grandparents visited his aunt and her roommate for dinner one evening. They saw the landscape and said, “That’s coming home with us!” Of course, Merlyn was thrilled.

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Living Room

The couple opted for white walls to allow their art to do the decorating. This emerald, tranquil abstract pictured is a luxury of Su Abbott.

Den

The stone flooring was kept from the original house’s blueprint, which paired against the far-less-than-subtle orange makes for the most complementary aesthetic.

Entryway

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Jim and Philip’s “matchbook” paintings, which were composed by Michael Dubina, are special to them because as each matchbook is painted in a unique design, so is the date on the back for which to emphasize a sentimental date.

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Talent from a Young Age

Philip is actually an artist by passion. He took art lessons from an instructor, Ethel Parker, who helped inspire his creativity. Philip was classically taught from age 7-18. Pictured is one of his landscapes he painted at age 12!

Due to their residential design, Jim and Philip can enjoy immediate access to the pool side from their bedroom.

This lovely portrait of Jim’s mother was painted by Leon Lord. Just look at the twinkle in her eye!

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Every unique piece of art has its place the hall of

Office

These black and white photographs are always a conversation starter. Jim’s grandfather worked for Kayser Roth Lingerie Co., whose sales meetings are pictured here. Notice the number of women working for the company increases as the years progress. Modern America!

BEHINDSCENESTHE Architect: Tim Lucy, Lucy Design Associates Contractor: Korey Nations, NATCO Landscape Designer: Randy McDaniel, McDaniel Land Designs Landscape Company: Michael Davina Kitchen Cabinets: Brewer Cabinets Kitchen Countertops: Cutstone Company

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Jim and Philip began renovations on Feb. 17, 2020, just one month shy of the Covid-19 pandemic. Oddly enough, the couple actually added the pool first soon after the purchase of the home in 2019. Jim says he used to sit outside in the dirt just to look at the landscaping design, which is complements of Randy McDaniel.

Detective Sergeant Clint Blackmon pays homage to his grassroots at the Hoover Police Department while also giving his thoughts on his career ahead.

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Serving His Community

Clint began his career as a dispatcher in the early ’90s with the Jacksonville State University Police

He was sitting in a room with 500 other applicants at the Wynfrey Hotel. It took multiple days because there were so many people. The veteran officer would spend the next 27 years doing what he loves - serving his community.

John Hawkins Parkway/Highway 150 was a twolane road with not as much traffic when Clint joined the HPD. Wow, the traffic now! “We only had two

Clint Blackmon remembers the day he took the police officer’s examination many years ago.

Department. Then in 2000, he was ready to move to a more extensive department and found his home with the Hoover Police Department (HPD). “My interest in law enforcement has remained the same throughout my career: to serve. Growing up in a single-parent home, I felt the need to serve and help.”Inhis 27 years in law enforcement, 22 of those years were with the HPD. For Clint, looking back on his growing career also reminds him of where the city he calls home was during its growth.

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“There were officers that patrolled my Birmingham neighborhood when I was a kid that kept the streets safe for me to play. That sense of safety allowed me to walk to the library, school, ballparks or a friend’s house without the fear that some kids have today in society. I wanted to pay it forward,” Clint says.

Chick-Fil-A restaurants in Hoover, and one was inside the Galleria. You could drive from Highway 31 to South Shades Crest Road without stopping at a traffic light. The city has grown so much during my years here.”

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Like most officers, Clint has stories. Some sad, some hilarious. He says he will keep them to himself to protect the innocent, but some of his most memorable times at Hoover, aside from casework, would be working holiday traffic, special events (baseball, golf tournaments, protective details) and evenTheprotests.cityhas grown, and its police department, which started with only two officers in the 1960s, has also grown. “When I was hired in 2000, I was one of five or six African American officers out of 120 officers (today, the department has around 200 officers). I was never treated any differently than anyone else. The Hoover Police and Hoover Fire departments are some of the most professional public servants. I won’t call names, but people in my chain of command were directly responsible for my professional development. They all practiced servant leadership and were willing to do the right thing regardless of public opinion. They also believed in getting ready and preparing you for the

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Another key event in Clint’s career came while working church traffic. At times, area churches hire onsite officers to help with traffic and provide security on Sunday mornings. “I started directing traffic on Sundays with some friends. After 9/11, I became a regular. The humble officer became popular with teens and kids, and they would often sit with him and his family during worship service

times. His connection to the youth led to Clint being assigned to the youth building and as a chaperone on several trips with the choir during the summer.” I am not saying I am the best role model, but before I knew it, I had become a mentor to some kids involved. One of them just got promoted at the Hoover Police Department. He did it all on his own. No help from me. It’s just that the church became home, and I have made friends there that I will have for a lifetime.”

worst, even if it never occurs. I find it refreshing when an agency and its leaders take the time to invest in its most valuable asset, its personnel.”

In June 2022, Clint again felt it was time to shift

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perfect fit for the new opportunity that offered a more stable schedule. “I love law enforcement and serving my communities. However, I have children that are very involved in activities at this age. I decided it was time to focus more on my family life and being ‘dad’ rather than being called away from family gatherings or missing special holidays. My new job allows me to still serve in a different way.”

his path in another direction of service. This time retiring from the HPD, which he loved, and stepping on board as an Intelligence Analyst with the Department of Justice. His skills and training over the years with the Investigations Bureau - working juvenile crimes, burglaries, auto theft, robberies and homicides and his time with Hoover SRT (Tactical Unit) and Task Force Officer- made him a

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While the sugar-white sand is certainly a signature of Walton County, unlimited sights and activities add true depth to its personality. These unique neighborhoods are intertwined by the colorful local culture, as well as the surrounding waters – from the Gulf to the Choctawhatchee Bay.

Morrison Springs is a 161-acre park highlighted by a crystal-clear, spring-fed pool 250 feet in diameter. Dive enthusiasts flock here to explore the deep underwater cavities, but it is equally attractive to casual swimmers and ecotourists as well.

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Nestled within the expansive Nokuse Plantation preserve, the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center is a great home base for exploring the longleaf pine ecosystem. This hidden gem welcomes budding naturalists of all ages to learn more about the power of biodiversity.

Surrounding Lake DeFuniak, Circle Drive was once home to the vibrant local Chautauqua Assembly. Visitors can tour the classic architecture of nearly 200 homes and buildings, about 40 of which are noted in the National Register of Historic Places.

Antique shops and stylish boutiques. Worldwide cuisine and Gulf-to-table fare. Championship golf courses and a thriving arts scene. The wide variety ensures that every day offers a completely new experience.

Head north of the Bay to discover Freeport, DeFuniak Springs and Paxton – equally steeped in rich history and pristine natural beauty.

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Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Development and Fine Arts. Students choose from more than 30 degree programs and more than 70 majors and concentrations. They par ticipate in an educational environment boasting an average class size of 13 and have unprecedented opportunities for conducting undergraduate research under full-time faculty mentors.

Unique to Montevallo is our home coming tradition, College Night, known as the oldest tradition of its kind in the nation. Montevallo students from across all disciplines have come together for a spirited competition like no other for more than 100 years. College Night was selected as a “Local

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FOUNDED IN 1896, the Universi ty of Montevallo is nestled in the heart of Alabama, approximately 35 miles south of Birmingham.

Designed by the architects behind New York’s Central Park and the grounds surrounding North Carolina’s Biltmore House, our campus serves as a picturesque backdrop to match the University’s world-class educational offerings. White columns, expansive lawns, brick walkways and stately oaks are just part of the campus’ beauty that has earned widespread acclaim. Southern Living magazine even named us among the “South’s Most Beautiful Colleges” in 2020.

As the only public liberal arts uni versity in Alabama, the University of Montevallo has the charm of a private school experience while providing the value of a state-supported institution. As a small school, we are committed to creating big opportunities for students. Montevallo’s list of national accolades grows each year. U.S. News & World Report has ranked us a Best Value School and one of the most innovative schools in the nation, and we have been named a College of Distinction for 11 consecutive years.

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At the University of Montevallo, you will enjoy small classes, personalized attention, engaging student activities and abundant opportunities for real-world experience. You will emerge a well-rounded, highly educated individual who isn’t just ready for the world — you’re ready to change it. Here, you won’t merely fit in, you’ll find a place to call home. You will discover a new family where you belong. So, schedule a tour — come see for yourself why You Belong at the University of Montevallo.

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It’s the people who make Hoover the community that it is! Here we recognize some of those making an impact on others around them through their businesses.

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Birmingham of Realtors Rookie of the Year finalist Lindsey Kenwright is not only known for befriending her clients, but also helping them settle into their dream homes- even if that means knocking on doors to convince homeowners into selling. The Helena resident admits that God has blessed her with far more than she deserves. So, with her goal to make this sales year her biggest one yet, Lindsey is pledging to donate a portion of her to charities including The Teal Project. Why? Because business is built on blessing others, and Lindsey lives out this mantra every day.

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Founded on the Golden Rule more than 40 years ago, Christian Brothers Automotive strives to overcome auto service industry stereotypes by treating customers lovingly, helping them to have easy, pleasant experiences. Owner John Gilbert and the rest of the team live out the company’s Christian principles by donating 10% of net profits to local charities every year. Loving each other means supporting each other’s nonprofits, businesses and outreach programs. Good business is built on the trust between businesses and customers, which sets Christian Brothers apart from the rest. Visit John and the team for service you can trust.

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The agents with Lake Homes Realty live, work, and play on the lakes they serve. Their unique knowledge of their lake mar kets gives them additional insights to help you that standard real estate agents do not have. Lake properties have require ments and rules that do not apply in other markets, so talk with one of our experts before you make the crucial financial de cision to sell your lake home.

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Whether you are searching for your dream lake home or considering selling yours, Lake Homes Realty gives you an ad vantage. LakeHomes. com reaches 7 million people each year and showcases thousands of lake properties nationally. Additionally, our agents are the local lake real estate ex perts and are available to assist you.

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After time spent in the summer months visiting beaches and lakes, bobbing on foam noodles or skim-boarding waves on 30-A, we’re all ready for something a bit different. Weekend escapes in the cooler months such as football bye-weeks here in SEC country are the ideal time to explore someplace new, or even revisit a familiar destination but see it in a whole new way.

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This bridge over Rock City hangs hundreds of feet in the air, providing tourists a view over the treetops. Photo courtesy of ChattanoogaTourismCo.

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Chattanooga, which is just a short two-hour trip Northeast of Birmingham, ticks a lot of boxes for so many different types of travelers. So much has been written about the hiking and scenic-overlooks of Ruby Falls and Lookout Mountain. Many readers have probably already visited the famed Chattanooga Choo-Choo and the phenomenal Tennessee Aquarium. However, there is so much more to Chattanooga! Let’s explore what a visit would look like from a local’sperspective.Falltravel

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Common House’s exquisite architecture is but one aspect that garners attention from both locals and tourists alike. Photo courtesy of Ali Harper and Common House.

Pictured above is the historic Bluff View Art District. Photo courtesy of Chattenooga Tourism Co.

Bode Chattanooga’s many amenities keep customers coming back. Photo courtesy of Digital Love Photography.

Tucked into the heart of uber-cool Southside, stands Common House. This white-stucco-ed former YMCA building has been exquisitely converted into a coveted “third space” that needs to be experienced to be appreciated. Third spaces exist to create community and connection, outside of home and work. Common House is a private Chattanoo ga social club with six hotel rooms (plus one suite) available to the public. Hotel guests have access to the entire club while on-site: four bars, fitness center, intimate restaurant, co-working spaces, cabana-lined pool, podcasting studio and positively the coolest vibe in town.

Common House

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Recent years have seen the addition of several great new hotels in the Chattanooga area, as well as the sprucing up of some venerable favorites.

The crowd here is strictly 21+, so plan accordingly. Memberships are available in case you never want to leave.

Nestled in the arts-rich Bluff View Art District, this bed-and-breakfast-style inn is actually three turn-of-the-centu ry homes overlooking the Tennessee River. From the front porch of the T.C. Thompson House, you can sit a spell in a rocking chair and watch the sun set over Signal Mountain. Located within walking distance of many of Chattanoo ga’s must-see sites means you can park the car and venture out afoot to dine and do.

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Bluff View Inn

Equal parts non-traditional hotel, local gathering spot, coffee shop, hip bar, co-working and collab oration space, BODE in downtown Chattanooga is the kind of landing spot that can make all types of travelers happy. Offering one, two and three-bed room lofts, each high-ceilinged space is outfitted with a kitchen, living area and maybe even a ping pong table and a view of nearby Lookout Moun tain. DAWN is where you’ll find your morning coffee while the bartenders at DUSK have you covered with evening snacks and libations. Think family groups, girlfriend getaway or those with wanderlust seeking local connection.

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WHAT TO DO

Kyle House Fitness

Locals love wandering in and out of galleries and showrooms in the Bluff View Art District, where the juices just flow. Gallery 1401 is a respite from the ordinary, and you’re bound to discover an eclectic mix of artists’ work.

Lookout Mountain Incline

The Hunter Museum The Hunter Museum deserves an afternoon all to itself. With a permanent collection featuring works by the likes of Bierstadt, Frankenthaler and Ansel Adams, there is just enough to see without feeling overwhelming.

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Bluff View Art District

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BONUS: The museum is showcasing work by Birmingham-based artist Amy Pleasant until July of 2023, so be sure to check that out.

Kayaking on the Tennessee River

If you’d just rather sweat it out, a session or two at Sisu Sauna should do just the trick.

Yes, any trip to Chattanooga should include something outdoors, especially in the fall when the leaves are changing and the temperatures are most conducive to being outside.

For something completely differ ent, get on the Tennessee River by kayak to observe the endangered gray bats as they take to the eve ning sky in search of insects. On this 30-mile paddle of Nickajack Lake, you may even spy an osprey or the occasional bald eagle, so pack your binoculars!

If you’re game to stay on track with fitness goals while you travel- and those Lookout Mountain hikes weren’t enough- pop into Kyle House Fit ness for a class.

Chattanooga is teeming with creatives and you can find something inspiring at almost any turn.

Take the recently renovated Lookout Mountain Incline to the top of the mountain, where you can visit Point Park (site of the Civil War Battle Above the Clouds). Back at the bottom, it is a short drive to Ruby Falls, Cloudland Canyon and Rock City, which is celebrating its 90th year of visitors! Locals suggest buying tickets ahead of time to spend more time oohing-and-aahing over the views and less time waiting in lines.

Warehouse Row, which is a converted Civil War stone fort in downtown Chat tanooga, has always been a great shop ping draw with plenty of national names you already know. Do yourself a favor and shop Embellish, which specializes in names like Rag & Bone and Veronica Beard. If something for the home is what you seek, just go directly to Revival, where the offerings include one-of-a-kind antiques and vintage finds, as well as gorgeous coffee table books and pretty barware, lamps and furniture to create the nest of your dreams back at home.

K Boutique

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Looking for a souvenir to take home? Pop in to Locals Only, which prides itself on supporting local artisans and makers.

Local ladies love K Boutique in North Shore, where you can outfit yourself for almost any occasion.

Book and Cover is a lovely, little independent book store, where staffers are happy to suggest a new favorite read.

At Sidetrack, be sure to order the beig nets (yes, you WILL make a mess) and the Eggs in Purgatory.

Boathouse Rotisserie and Raw Bar

Feed Table and Tavern

For the vegetarians and vegans in your group, make like a local and head to Southern Squeeze with enough plantbased breakfast and lunch offerings to satisfy anyone.

Looking to satisfy that sweet tooth?

is in season.

Alice Blue, Electric Blue and Hanover Blue

State of Confusion is great for outdoor dining and drinks. Think ceviche, burgers and beer. Lunch, dinner, brunch. Reserva tions are accepted.

HIT THE ROAD

Adelle’s Creperie

For the travelers who simply must have their retail therapy when they visit a new city, there is nothing like discovering local Shopgems.

Warehouse Row

Speaking of local dining, Chattanooga is replete with interesting people doing interesting things, culinarily-speaking.

The aforementioned Revival-decorat ing-haven gets the credit for the warm interiors at Alleia in Southside, where the rustic Italian menu makes the most of lo cal ingredients. This is where Chattanoo gans go for date nights or to celebrate something special, even if that event is just called “making it to the weekend.”

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Check out Adelle’s Creperie. Carla and Ken Pritchard may own this darling creperie, but their daughter, Adelle, gets all the credit for the concept and inspired menus and décor.

Southern Squeeze

Book and Cover

Photo courtesy of Ali Harper and Common House.

In the heart of Riverview, locals are drawn to the three-stores-in-one allure of Alice Blue, Electric Blue and Hanover Blue, which will have you dapper-in-aflash for an afternoon spent exploring Chattanooga local dining spots.

Locals Only

Looking for something new to wear out to dinner or even just something casual?

The secret is out about Boathouse Rotis serie and Raw Bar, where locals and visi tors alike clamor for seats that fill up fast. Go early to avoid too much of a wait.

Sidetrack

Main Street Meats is a one-part butcher shop, one-part restaurant, where the daily offerings change, according to what

For weekend brunch, head to Feed Table and Tavern, where locals clamor for short ribs and grits or the Rocky Balboa biscuit.

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State of Confusion

WHERE TO EAT

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Ret. Col. Peyton F. Ligon received the 2022 Hoover Freedom Award for his dedicated service in the U.S. Army and American Legion Post 9/11 Chapter during this luncheon and award presentation on Thursday, July 21.

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Brock’s Gap Brewing Company hosted a block party honoring The World Games. The event featured live music, food trucks, inflatables and familyfriendly activities all day long.

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84 Fall 2022 4 5 3 6 1 2 OUT & ABOUT 1. The Lejeune family and the Williams family 2. The Palmer family 3. The Prater family and the Miller family 4. The Leeth family 5. The Thomas family 6. The Reynolds family 7. Alison Smith and Aria Smith 8. Mike Portera, Leanne Portera-Neill and Emily Portera-Neill 9. The Smith family 10. Kayden Eckman, Gianna Matacchiero and Adison Mobley THE WORLD GAMES TOURNAMENTSOFTBALL

The Hoover Metropolitan Complex hosted The World Games Softball events, in which national teams from the United States, Japan, Chinese Taipei, Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, Australia and Italy competed in a five-day-long tournament from July 9-13. The United States won gold, Japan won silver and Chinese Taipei won bronze.

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The Works of Daniel A. Moore

Experience Hoover’s History

I have collected Daniel A. Moore’s art for several decades. Daniel’s studio, New Life Art, which is located on Lorna Ridge Drive, houses many of his original works.

I periodically have the opportunity to drive a city bus for a tour group led by Hoover Historical Society’s Jim Langley. We spend a day driving through the city and visiting many of our historical areas, properties and businesses. We learn about Hoover’s founding, original businesses and homesteads, and my favorite named bygone establishment, “The Linger Longer Lodge.”

JOHN LYDA Hoover City Council President

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I first visited Danny and New Life as a small child, and I’ve been stopping by to enjoy his work and his company ever since.

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Hoover’s diverse food scene is reflective of the many cultures and nationalities that exist in our city. Our family enjoys them all, but our “go to” is La Fiesta. Tucked away in the Hoover Court just off Hwy 31 in the Green Valley area, La Fiesta has been owned and operated by the Perez family for 35 years. The Perez family are some of Hoover’s best corporate and community citizens, having raised their families and maintained their successful business here.

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The Hoover Metro Kiwanis Club was my first introduction to community service in the Hoover area. I have been an active member since 1999. Founded in 1978, our club exists to support children’s causes in and around Hoover. We meet at IHOP on Hwy 150 on Friday mornings at 7 a.m.

Hoover Metro Kiwanis Club

Experiencing Hoover on Foot Hoover’s residential housing growth came at a time largely prior to sidewalks. Since that time, the city has made great strides to retrofit many of our residential streets with a more pedestrian friendly atmosphere. Being an avid marathoner, I believe the best way to see and truly experience a city is on foot.

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