Laurie Stroud
My Daddy’s Tractor
The Great Outdoors The big six-cylinder Perkins diesel engine roared to life. The entire red frame of the big Massey Ferguson shook under my rear end as the tractor transformed from a sedentary red rock, quiet and still, to a fire-breathing amber dragon billowing smoke, all with the simple twist of a key. I affectionately …
Meet the Perfect Pups: Jubilee & Jim Dandy
The Family Pet Jubilee and Jim Dandy are Dog U Birmingham trained superstars are ready to take their talents beyond the classroom and into your life! Here are just a few reasons each of these cuties are the ultimate catch. Certified house-trained Doggie-door pros Leash-ready Exceptionally well-mannered around children and dogs of all sizes Jim …
National Security, a Momma’s Heart, & Ugly Biscuits
The Home Front As we observe Veterans Day this month, I reflect on the great sacrifices our service members and their families make for the good of our country. My own son, Caleb Standridge, graduated from the United States Air Force Academy, served in the Air Force, and defended our country in Afghanistan. I’m proud …
November Community Buzz
Community Buzz Children’s of Alabama received a donation of more than $410,000 generated from The Indy Grand Prix 2026 race weekend at Barber Motorsports Park. Pictured are Charles Lamber, Tom Shufflebarger, and Gene Hallman. A big thanks to Will the Chubbfather and Breaking Bread Radio for having us on their show. Check it out weekdays …
Giving Back: Making Generosity Part of Your Financial Plan
Money Matters “You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion” (2 Corinthians 9:11). Paul also urged believers to “excel in this grace of giving” (2 Corinthians 8:7). We spend much of our time learning how to be better at earning, saving and investing. Why not become better …
What Do You Mean There’s No Cash?
Business Tips & Tricks with Tanya Luken CPA Your nonprofit had a great year. Donations are strong. Grants are committed. The financial statements even show a surplus. So where did the cash go? Few things create panic faster than discovering the money you expected simply isn’t in the bank. And for nonprofits, this can happen …
A Heart for God & Art: Daniel A. Moore
Cover Story For nearly five decades, Alabama artist Daniel A. Moore has captured moments that Crimson Tide fans never want to forget. A goal-line stand. A game-winning kick. A championship-winning touchdown pass. More recently, even a 369-pound offensive lineman rumbling down the field after catching a screen pass. But one of Moore’s newest releases tells …
A Place to Belong & A Bright Future
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Community Partner Molly Maid of Birmingham, mollymaid.com/birmingham “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 After my dad left when I was five and my grandmother could …
The Readable Bible: Seeing Scripture in a Whole New Way
Best Books Accurate. Approachable. Understandable. Groundbreaking. Have you ever read a passage of Scripture and struggled to follow the details? Or found yourself wishing you could see how the pieces fit together? The Readable Bible offers a fresh way to experience God’s Word—and it might change the way you read the Bible forever. For the …
Remembering God’s Faithfulness: Telling the Stories Your Family Should Never Forget
Parenting Points Every family has stories. We tell stories about funny vacation moments, memorable holiday disasters, how Mom and Dad met, and what grandparents did when they were young. These stories become part of our family’s identity. They remind us of where we came from and connect one generation to another. But another category of …
