Retrofitting Suburbia
Three Alabama towns are robust examples of New Urbanism — traditional communities designed to be practical rather than nostalgic. One was named the National Association of Homebuilders’ 2014 Community of the Year.
Luring Outdoor Enthusiasts
A new recruiting tool, the University of Montevallo President’s Outdoor Scholars Program seeks out students who love fishing and hunting.
A New Vision for Samford
Samford University, a private, Christian institution based in the Birmingham area community of Homewood, is in growth mode as it celebrates...
Bluewater Paddling on a Green River
The mighty Cahaba River has serene views of diverse wildlife. A river runs through the heart of Alabama, providing a...
Making Solar Real in Alabama
Just a few years ago Rob Ozols, founder and chief executive officer of Vulcan Solar Power in Birmingham, had attained a coveted...
Smartphone Groceries
ABOVE “Life has plenty of demands already — jobs, family, so many things. Fitting in time to go buy groceries...
A Grand Hotel Venture
The house sits on a small hill surrounded by fast-food restaurants and discount stores. A glorious link to Anniston’s 19th-century past, ...
Social Entrepreneurs at Work
Back in 2012, a friend invited Birmingham banker Barry Morehead on a trip to Bangalore, India, to advise a group of...
Tranquil Turnabout
An autumn-filtered slant of late afternoon light suffuses skies over Pursell Farms with a deeper azure hue, contrasting with foliage turning to gold...
More Magic in Birmingham
Even the best facelift can be diminished by an ugly scar. That is what the city of Birmingham was dealing with in recent years,...