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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” …
The Gift of a Savior
Encouraging Word Salvation means to be rescued from certain doom, destruction or death. Salvation implies that you cannot save yourself. If you were sentenced to death row and awaiting execution and a pardon was offered; would you accept it? If you had a terminal disease with less than 6 months to live and a cure …
205 Issues & 17 Years of Good News Delivered in Birmingham!
Birmingham Christian Family magazine is entering its 18th year of sharing Good News in our community. Here’s a look at the way some of our top cover stories are continuing to live their lives to God’s glory. We rejoice and thank God for allowing us to highlight His work and share it with you. Harry …
Defending the Faith 2017
Church Leaders If you are a pastor or engaged lay person, you will not want to miss the upcoming “Defending the Faith” conference hosted by Tactical Faith ministry and Samford University. The one day event, August 7, will include multiple workshops focused on one of the most important topics of today- Christ and Culture. One …
