Laurie Stroud
Reaching Kids for Christ Through Music
Music Notes With the help of about 50 volunteers and community donations, Rev. Daniel M. Cason and his wife Gwendolyn invited nearly 300 children to their 21st Annual Summer Music Camp- free of charge. The two-week camp allowed children, who would not otherwise have the chance, to learn from music professionals and grow in their …
Do you have your STAR-ID yet?
Money Matters presented by: Vision Financial Group In response to terrorism committed against the U.S. and to help ensure the safety of our fellow citizens, the U.S. Congress passed the real ID act of 2005. The act requires individual states to modify and enhance their procedures and standards for issuance of state driver’s licenses and …
Asset Protection & the Elderly
Legal Matters presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning  Asset protection for the elderly is a complex subject and the legal advice given can be very different based on the assets of the family, estate planning goals, and other family problems such as children that do not get along or children that have creditor …
Flu & Your Pet
Two by 2 Although there few confirmed reports of canine influenza (canine flu or dog flu) in Alabama, many states in the Southeast have reported dozens of cases, with at least 6 being fatal. Valleydale Animal Clinic wants you to be aware of symptoms of canine flu disease and how you can protect your pet. …
Mission Malawi: Henderson and Walton’s Lisa Franklin, MD
Mission Makers presented by Henderson Walton Women’s Center As a part of Birmingham based E3 Partners Ministries (www.e3partners.org), Henderson and Walton Women’s Center’s Lisa Franklin, MD and her family recently joined a team of 24 on a mission to spread Good News in one of the poorest countries in the world. The team was divided …
“Mr. Basketball” Returns to Alma Mater, John Carroll
Education Extra Mr. Basketball, Player of the Year, Most Valuable Player, All-SEC, All-American, Basketball Professional, and High School Basketball Coach – all are titles that John Carroll Catholic High School (JCCHS) alumnus (2004) Ronald Steele has earned throughout his athletic career. Now, he assumes the title and role of John Carroll Catholic High School Athletic …
Samford & St. Vincent’s Partner in Nursing Education
Education Extra As students return to Samford University this fall, they have the benefit of the new state-of-the-art Ascension St. Vincent’s Education Center which includes a skills lab, medication room, and classroom, as well as two simulation and debriefing rooms for nurses to receive hands-on training in real-life scenarios. In addition to training St. Vincent’s …
Heard from God Lately? 5 STEPS to “Tune In”
Encouraging Word Does God continue to communicate to His people? Probably the better question is, “Are we listening?” God communicates in a variety of ways, but the primary ways that He speaks to us are through the Bible, the word of God, and through His Holy Spirit. What are some steps that we can take …
5 Tips to Preventing Childhood Obesity
Healthy Living September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and as a leading community-based organization dedicated to improving health, The YMCA of Greater Birmingham offers the following tips to help families in Birmingham incorporate healthy eating and regular physical activity into their lives. These tips will not only help families live healthier together but also …
