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State Recognition for Community Service: Shelby County’s Kirk Mancer
City Scene The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) recently named Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Kirk Mancer, Chamber Executive of the Year. “Mancer most certainly represented the highest standards in our profession,” said Bill Sisson, Chairman of the CCAA Board of Directors. President and CEO of the CCAA, Jeremy …
Using a Trust to Protect Your Children from Divorce & Creditors
Legal Matters presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning Parents frequently ask us how they can leave their assets to their children when they die without those assets being vulnerable to a child later divorcing or having problems with debt. The sentiments expressed by the parents are almost always the same: “We want our child …
Caring for Your Aging Pet
Two by 2 Pets, like adults, have new and more frequent health issues as they age. A pet is considered senior at age seven and veterinarians recommend bringing them in twice a year for an examination. During this time, we can look at diet and weight management, joint health, eye health and perform lab tests …
“God Bless America!”
Photo Fun OLS July 4th Fest Joshua Handra wears the perfect outfit during Birmingham’s Oldest Independence Day celebration, hosted by Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) Catholic Church in Homewood. Samantha and Jessica Chriesman donate a homemade cake to the Cake Booth at the 68th Annual Independence Day Festival which benefitted OLS School, special charities, and …
“Traveling the World in Your Own Backyard”
Photo Fun 7th grader Max McGwin shares his knowledge about United Arab Emirates with other students during the International Fair at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School in Homewood. Students enjoy learning about Kazakhstan as 7th grader Zach Wedlund explains its culture at the International Fair held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School.
“Christ-Like Students”
Photo Fun Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) Catholic School students MaryGlynn Barlow and Campbell Farr are seen here with OLS Principal Mary Jan Dorn after being recognized as the 2017 recipients of the Outstanding Christian Award. The award is traditionally given to an eighth-grade boy and girl each year who shows continuous service to others, …
Photo Fun Baptism
“Jesus Loves the Little Children” Rev. J. Mark Kuehnert baptizes Julia Lauren Kuehnert, daughter of Ali and Justin Kuehnert, at The Lutheran Church of Vestavia Hills.
Robo Advisors have arrived, but life often calls for a Human Touch
Money Matters After years of development, numerous robo advisors have entered the world of investment management. Still, many investors may not fully understand exactly what robos do, or how they do it. A robo advisor is a digital platform that uses advanced algorithms (based on various financial models and assumptions) to select and manage investments. …
