Laurie Stroud
Music Notes: Ellie Holcomb
Dove Award Winning Ellie Holcomb On Stage in Birmingham Get ready for a great night of beautiful music and inspiration at Iron City Birmingham on Thursday August 24.  “Hymns of Hope” features an evening with Dove Award winning singer-song writer Ellie Holcomb and benefits Shelby County’s Prodigal Pottery, a ministry of King’s Home. Prodigal Pottery’s …
Serving Alabama Children through CASA
For children who have experienced abuse or neglect, the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) can help make a difference by helping them work their way through the court and child welfare systems in search of a loving home. Each time a child is paired with a CASA Volunteer, their chances are greater to have the …
Laurie’s Blog
Best Dressed My memories of the first day of school include wanting to always wear something new and feeling a bit anxious about how the school year would go. Admittedly I wanted to look good when I walked through those doors. I wanted to be accepted, liked, and included. Looking at old pictures that my …
Itchy Pets? Let’s Talk Why & How to Treat Them
Two by 2 Does your dog or cat itch? Are they obsessive about licking paws or scratching other areas? Seem to have numerous ear infections? Occasional itching is a fact of life for pets – especially dogs. Frequent or constant itching, however, may be a sign of a skin disease or allergies. If treatment is not started …
Summer Signals a Great Time to Find Your Dream Home
The Home Front presented by: HomeTown Lenders For several reasons, summer is a great time to launch your search for a new home. The inventory is broader right now, so you are more likely to find the house that checks off all your dream home boxes. The nicer weather and longer days make house hunting …
Photo Fun
“Finley Center Celebration” The Hoover City Council is seen here with Mrs. Diane Finley, wife of Coach Bob Finley, at the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Finley Center named after the longtime head coach at Hoover’s W. A. Berry High School. The council presented Mrs. Finley with a proclamation honoring Coach Finley …
5 Steps to Handling Finances When Your Spouse Has Died
Money Matters Losing a spouse is a stressful transition, and the added pressure of having to settle the estate and organize finances can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make dealing with these matters less difficult. Notify others. When your spouse dies, your first step should be to contact anyone who …
Guys Like Me Don’t End Up in Places Like This…
Mission Makers Chap Womack completed his first Mercedes Marathon in February. He now has his sights set on a triathlon competition that will require him to swim 1.5 miles, bike 56 miles, and run 13 miles. This chemical engineering graduate of Auburn University has shown that he can do anything he sets his mind to- …
Avoiding Probate When You Die: The Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust
Legal Matters presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning Many people prefer to avoid the probate court process stating that they want to avoid the time constraints the court system imposes before distributing to beneficiaries, the cost, and the fact that the contents of a Will are available to the general public for review. Some …
Fishing at its Best: Mark’s Outdoors
The Great Outdoors A day in search of a big catch is the perfect way to create quality time with family and friends while enjoying God’s great outdoors. To make the most of your next fishing trip, consider taking a few minutes to learn about the latest in fishing equipment. At Mark’s Outdoors, “Super Dave” …
