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Love may be more powerful than any medicine or treatment. Do you remember the song by Huey Lewis and the News... The Power of Love! Recently I have covered two families: one picking up the pieces in

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  • Center Point Fire Fighters look out for their community again!

    Friday, May 31 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-06-01 03:41:53 GMT
    There are some true heroes in our community willing to go the extra mile to make sure the people they serve are safe. The Center Point Fire Department serves about 65-thousand people in a 60 miles
    There are some true heroes in our community willing to go the extra mile to make sure the people they serve are safe. The Center Point Fire Department serves about 65-thousand people in a 60 miles
  • Shepherd Fold Helpers

    Thursday, April 4 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-04-05 02:34:07 GMT
    The "Shepherd's Fold"-- of Birmingham-- helps men and women, who have been released from prison, get a new start. It's also a way to give back to their communities. Today, the group teamed up with students
    The "Shepherd's Fold"-- of Birmingham-- helps men and women, who have been released from prison, get a new start. It's also a way to give back to their communities. Today, the group teamed up with students
  • Laura Beth's Team

    Saturday, March 30 2013 12:03 AM EDT2013-03-30 04:03:06 GMT
    Laura Beth is why we run. This year at the Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run, several teams honored loved ones by raising money to go to the American Cancer Society. Laura Beth's Team raised more than 10-thousand
    Laura Beth is why we run. This year at the Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run, several teams honored loved ones by raising money to go to the American Cancer Society. Laura Beth's Team raised more than 10-thousand
  • Conquer Cancer Run a Success!

    Friday, March 15 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-03-15 04:01:55 GMT
    It is called the Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run.... But it is really designed for everyone who has been touched by cancer. A big year, a big success... But the true meaning of the race was to help each
    It is called the Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run.... But it is really designed for everyone who has been touched by cancer. A big year, a big success... But the true meaning of the race was to help each
  • Saving Money

    Tuesday, February 19 2013 11:39 PM EST2013-02-20 04:39:06 GMT
    We all know money goes fast! How can you put a few more dollars back in your pocket by the end of the week? Catherine Brown is a financial planning expert... and she tells us... slowing down and paying
    We all know money goes fast! How can you put a few more dollars back in your pocket by the end of the week? Catherine Brown is a financial planning expert... and she tells us... slowing down and paying
  • Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run

    Thursday, February 7 2013 10:37 PM EST2013-02-08 03:37:11 GMT
    Run, walk, crawl or roll. We want you to come out to the 9th Annual Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run. This year you can also run in a team. And as a part of the team you can help fund raise. It is fund
    Run, walk, crawl or roll. We want you to come out to the 9th Annual Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run. This year you can also run in a team. And as a part of the team you can help fund raise. It is fund
  • Harry the Sports Bug!

    Thursday, January 31 2013 11:46 PM EST2013-02-01 04:46:39 GMT
    Henry the Sports Bug is inspiring. Actually the face behind the bug is where the real inspiration begins.... Melissa Detwiler was a child tennis prodigy. She traveled the country playing tennis for twenty
    Henry the Sports Bug is inspiring. Actually the face behind the bug is where the real inspiration begins.... Melissa Detwiler was a child tennis prodigy. She traveled the country playing tennis for twenty
  • Jasper Visit was awesome!

    Friday, January 18 2013 11:57 PM EST2013-01-19 04:57:40 GMT
    I had such a great visit with new friends in Jasper recently. We talked about encouragement, finding a cure for cancer and hope. It was one of those dreary rainy days. I drove an hour in a steady drizzle
    I had such a great visit with new friends in Jasper recently. We talked about encouragement, finding a cure for cancer and hope. It was one of those dreary rainy days. I drove an hour in a steady drizzle
  • Happy New Year!

    Thursday, January 3 2013 12:00 AM EST2013-01-03 05:00:24 GMT
    Happy New Year! It is the start of a fresh new year... I pray we all have a fantastic year. I am determined that it will be great. At the check out lane at the grocery store, the lady ringing up the
    Happy New Year! It is the start of a fresh new year... I pray we all have a fantastic year. I am determined that it will be great. At the check out lane at the grocery store, the lady ringing up the
  • Generations for Habitat

    Monday, December 10 2012 10:23 PM EST2012-12-11 03:23:25 GMT
    Do you want a great work out and a chance to help out a local family at the same time? Spend a few hours working at a Habitat for Humanity house. It is great in so many ways. I took my son and a few of
    Do you want a great work out and a chance to help out a local family at the same time? Spend a few hours working at a Habitat for Humanity house. It is great in so many ways. I took my son and a few of
  • Make Habitat a habit

    Monday, December 10 2012 9:36 PM EST2012-12-11 02:36:51 GMT
    If you ever get a chance to work on a Habitat for Humanity house I highly recommend it. I had the chance to volunteer the day the walls first went up. I just love seeing how two by fours nailed together
    If you ever get a chance to work on a Habitat for Humanity house I highly recommend it. I had the chance to volunteer the day the walls first went up. I just love seeing how two by fours nailed together
  • Habitat is a great way to celebrate Christmas

    Friday, December 7 2012 11:48 PM EST2012-12-08 04:48:42 GMT
    If you ever get a chance to work on a Habitat for Humanity house I highly recommend it. I had the chance to volunteer the day the walls first went up. I just love seeing how two by fours nailed together
    If you ever get a chance to work on a Habitat for Humanity house I highly recommend it. I had the chance to volunteer the day the walls first went up. I just love seeing how two by fours nailed together
  • Nativity scenes and lights make the season bright!

    Friday, November 30 2012 10:44 PM EST2012-12-01 03:44:47 GMT
    ARE YOU STARTING TO FEEL THE STRESS OF THE SEASON? Are your lights up? Is your tree up and decorated? How about those presents? Have you even begun to shop? I am usually the one that has good intentions
    ARE YOU STARTING TO FEEL THE STRESS OF THE SEASON? Are your lights up? Is your tree up and decorated? How about those presents? Have you even begun to shop? I am usually the one that has good intentions
  • Shopping as a sport

    Monday, November 26 2012 10:09 PM EST2012-11-27 03:09:37 GMT
    And let the shopping begin. The hearty and strong strategists hit the stores early this weekend... They planned out their steps, and how much they would pay. They got boat loads of gifts and a jump on
    And let the shopping begin. The hearty and strong strategists hit the stores early this weekend... They planned out their steps, and how much they would pay. They got boat loads of gifts and a jump on
  • Grace House Volunteers are at it again,

    Friday, November 16 2012 5:28 PM EST2012-11-16 22:28:28 GMT
    Mama Lois and Grace House Christian Home for Girls are at it again! They are gearing up to help you wrap your gifts this Christmas. I remember when we first started the project. Jim Spahn at the Galleria
    Mama Lois and Grace House Christian Home for Girls are at it again! They are gearing up to help you wrap your gifts this Christmas. I remember when we first started the project. Jim Spahn at the Galleria
  • Bama Fans take the train

    Friday, November 2 2012 10:44 PM EDT2012-11-03 02:44:31 GMT
    Lots of Alabama fans are on their way to New Orleans for tomorrow's big game against L-S-U. A group of Bama fans is riding the rails to the big easy for the match up.. They boarded the Amtrak 'Crescent
    Lots of Alabama fans are on their way to New Orleans for tomorrow's big game against L-S-U. A group of Bama fans is riding the rails to the big easy for the match up.. They boarded the Amtrak 'Crescent
  • Congratulations Dr. Bonner

    Thursday, November 1 2012 6:48 PM EDT2012-11-01 22:48:31 GMT
    History was made at the Capstone in Tuscaloosa... Trustees named "provost , Dr. Judy Bonner as the new president of the University of Alabama. She becomes the first female to lead the school in its
    History was made at the Capstone in Tuscaloosa... Trustees named "provost , Dr. Judy Bonner as the new president of the University of Alabama. She becomes the first female to lead the school in its
  • Steel coil tool to prevent accidents

    Wednesday, October 31 2012 12:53 AM EDT2012-10-31 04:53:26 GMT
    Steel roll accidents have plagued drivers on local interstates for years in Birmingham. It's an expensive accident, because many times the heavy steel rolls damage the interstate. But an Alabama Company
    Steel roll accidents have plagued drivers on local interstates for years in Birmingham. It's an expensive accident, because many times the heavy steel rolls damage the interstate. But an Alabama Company
  • Veterans Celebration

    Monday, October 29 2012 10:43 PM EDT2012-10-30 02:43:14 GMT
    In honor of our veterans, there will be a special celebration. You may want to check it out at Alabama Veterans Memorial Park. A Veterans Tribute Day the Sunday before Veterans Day. They will be honoring
    In honor of our veterans, there will be a special celebration. You may want to check it out at Alabama Veterans Memorial Park. A Veterans Tribute Day the Sunday before Veterans Day. They will be honoring
  • Dr sees Heaven

    Friday, October 26 2012 11:43 PM EDT2012-10-27 03:43:31 GMT
    Dr. Eben Alexander is a brain scientist and a neurologist who says he saw Heaven. He had meningitis and went into a coma. That's when he says he was surrounded by a bright light which was comforting
    Dr. Eben Alexander is a brain scientist and a neurologist who says he saw Heaven. He had meningitis and went into a coma. That's when he says he was surrounded by a bright light which was comforting
  • Hay ride and Pumpkins

    Wednesday, October 24 2012 10:50 PM EDT2012-10-25 02:50:26 GMT
    It's hay ride and pumpkin carving time. Don't miss Hoover's Hay ride this Saturday night at Veteran's Park. As a child I remember my dad carving the pumpkin and letting his three girls help. Then for
    It's hay ride and pumpkin carving time. Don't miss Hoover's Hay ride this Saturday night at Veteran's Park. As a child I remember my dad carving the pumpkin and letting his three girls help. Then for
  • Retail Therapy and Faith

    Tuesday, October 23 2012 6:36 PM EDT2012-10-23 22:36:28 GMT
    Can a retail store really offer shop therapy? Recently I talked to three shop owners who believe... Their businesses are more of a ministry than a way to just feed their families. These shop owners take
    Can a retail store really offer shop therapy? Recently I talked to three shop owners who believe... Their businesses are more of a ministry than a way to just feed their families. These shop owners take
  • Football is almost over?

    Friday, October 19 2012 11:35 PM EDT2012-10-20 03:35:55 GMT
    Can you believe how quickly this football season has flown? Tonight at one high school... Seniors and their parents walked on the field and were honored before the game. It seems like five minutes
    Can you believe how quickly this football season has flown? Tonight at one high school... Seniors and their parents walked on the field and were honored before the game. It seems like five minutes
  • Pink treadmill for the cure!

    Wednesday, October 10 2012 11:41 PM EDT2012-10-11 03:41:57 GMT
    Pink is everywhere this month... it's an effort to help defeat breast cancer. This is something new... a pink treadmill. It's at St. Vincent's 119... and for every mile walked on the treadmill cybex
    Pink is everywhere this month... it's an effort to help defeat breast cancer. This is something new... a pink treadmill. It's at St. Vincent's 119... and for every mile walked on the treadmill cybex
  • Steel City Pops goes Pink!

    Tuesday, October 9 2012 10:21 PM EDT2012-10-10 02:21:33 GMT
    Wow Steel City Pops is quite a story. A local worship leader changes his profession. He is now operating a popsicle business in Homewood. For breast cancer awareness month he is offering pink grapefruit
    Wow Steel City Pops is quite a story. A local worship leader changes his profession. He is now operating a popsicle business in Homewood. For breast cancer awareness month he is offering pink grapefruit
  • Perfect Pink event to save lives

    Friday, October 5 2012 8:15 AM EDT2012-10-05 12:15:46 GMT
    This Friday I have a good reason for you to go shopping. Brighton has the new Breast Cancer Bracelet out. The Riverchase Galleria store is going to give ten dollars from each bracelet to the American Cancer
    This Friday I have a good reason for you to go shopping. Brighton has the new Breast Cancer Bracelet out. The Riverchase Galleria store is going to give ten dollars from each bracelet to the American Cancer
  • Center Point Fire Department goes Pink

    Thursday, October 4 2012 10:53 PM EDT2012-10-05 02:53:57 GMT
    A big thank you to the Center Point Fire Department for helping to get the word out about breast cancer. We all know early detection is the key to survival. This week the firefighters decorated their
    A big thank you to the Center Point Fire Department for helping to get the word out about breast cancer. We all know early detection is the key to survival. This week the firefighters decorated their
  • Thrive Survive and go pink!

    Tuesday, October 2 2012 4:34 PM EDT2012-10-02 20:34:02 GMT
    How much pink do you have in your closet? October used to be the month I would reach for orange and brown. But now I size up my wardrobe for pink. When I see something that works... I nab it. Recently
    How much pink do you have in your closet? October used to be the month I would reach for orange and brown. But now I size up my wardrobe for pink. When I see something that works... I nab it. Recently
  • Missing girl found safe!

    Monday, September 24 2012 10:46 PM EDT2012-09-25 02:46:47 GMT
    A community goes to work to find 16 year old Rachelle Brom. She went missing last Friday. She is from Moody and was last seen walking from her bus after school. Today she was safe in Moody Police Custody. Many
    A community goes to work to find 16 year old Rachelle Brom. She went missing last Friday. She is from Moody and was last seen walking from her bus after school. Today she was safe in Moody Police Custody. Many
  • A country road that leads to new friends and blessings

    Thursday, September 20 2012 6:43 PM EDT2012-09-20 22:43:31 GMT
    A big thanks to the sweet people of Oneonta. I had a great time sharing about the news, health and upcoming breast cancer awareness. Many of the people I spoke with were legally blind, but that doesn't
    A big thanks to the sweet people of Oneonta. I had a great time sharing about the news, health and upcoming breast cancer awareness. Many of the people I spoke with were legally blind, but that doesn't
  • Honoring cancer victims with an event

    Tuesday, September 18 2012 10:53 PM EDT2012-09-19 02:53:30 GMT
    A 21 year old student at the University of Alabama, is honoring her mother with a breast cancer awareness event. Shannon Rice and her friends are putting together a lecture series which include information
    A 21 year old student at the University of Alabama, is honoring her mother with a breast cancer awareness event. Shannon Rice and her friends are putting together a lecture series which include information
  • Monday, September 17 2012 10:48 PM EDT2012-09-18 02:48:17 GMT
    It is a double tragedy... If allegations are proven true and two teens are convicted for throwing a brick onto a car, they made a decision that will change their lives. Two teenagers in Tuscaloosa County
    It is a double tragedy... If allegations are proven true and two teens are convicted for throwing a brick onto a car, they made a decision that will change their lives. Two teenagers in Tuscaloosa County
  • College Talk

    Sunday, September 2 2012 12:10 AM EDT2012-09-02 04:10:06 GMT
    Sending an 18 year old off to college is challenging in many ways. It is also very rewarding and makes parents proud. The Universities help you with move in tips and what to pack and even tell you
    Sending an 18 year old off to college is challenging in many ways. It is also very rewarding and makes parents proud. The Universities help you with move in tips and what to pack and even tell you
  • Gearing up for a pink month

    Sunday, September 2 2012 12:03 AM EDT2012-09-02 04:03:00 GMT
    I am getting more requests to speak and for information about breast cancer. I am hearing about more women being diagnosed with breast cancer. That's why I wanted to take a moment
    Breast cancer awareness is never too early
  • Ready Alabama can save lives!

    Thursday, August 23 2012 5:12 PM EDT2012-08-23 21:12:23 GMT
    Are you ready for the next natural disaster? Governor Robert Bentley announced the launch of new Ready Alabama initiatives that will help people across the state. It is set up to reach more people
    Are you ready for the next natural disaster? Governor Robert Bentley announced the launch of new Ready Alabama initiatives that will help people across the state. It is set up to reach more people
  • Table Grace and Hospitality

    Wednesday, August 22 2012 7:51 PM EDT2012-08-22 23:51:43 GMT
    Did you run through a drive through today? Or did you sit down and enjoy a relaxed meal with your family or friends? Theology Professor Douglas Webster suggests taking time with family and friends over
    Hospitality is good for your soul!
  • College Already?

    Monday, August 20 2012 6:39 PM EDT2012-08-20 22:39:38 GMT
    If you are sending your little ones off to school this week, be sure you soak in every story they tell you when they get home from school. We just sent out oldest son off to college. As he was loading
    Off to College!
  • Ventriloquist is a blessing!

    Saturday, August 11 2012 1:56 PM EDT2012-08-11 17:56:24 GMT
    I had to share a visit I had recently with a ventriloquist. Lee Ann Strickland takes her vin figures on the road to tell the story of faith, Christ and the joy she spreads. In an upcoming Matters
    I had to share a visit I had recently with a ventriloquist. Lee Ann Strickland takes her vin figures on the road to tell the story of faith, Christ and the joy she spreads. In an upcoming Matters
  • Highlands Helpers

    Friday, July 13 2012 10:40 PM EDT2012-07-14 02:40:37 GMT
    How inspiring! Church of the Highlands will send out about 10- thousand volunteers on Saturday to help others. From helping a widow lay a new floor, to babysitting for a single mom, to helping to feed
    How inspiring! Church of the Highlands will send out about 10- thousand volunteers on Saturday to help others. From helping a widow lay a new floor, to babysitting for a single mom, to helping to feed
  • Electronic Publishing is good for readers

    Thursday, July 12 2012 5:47 PM EDT2012-07-12 21:47:39 GMT
    Are you doing more reading more on an Ipad or a tablet? More people are reading on electronic devices. In fact recently we reported on the fact that people using tablet devices read a significant amount
    Are you doing more reading more on an Ipad or a tablet? More people are reading on electronic devices. In fact recently we reported on the fact that people using tablet devices read a significant amount
  • Heat help

    Monday, July 2 2012 10:35 PM EDT2012-07-03 02:35:13 GMT
    Sharing the gift of coolness! This is such a great community with so many giving people. People have responded. Purchasing hundred dollar air conditioner units for those in need. Central Alabama responds
    Sharing the gift of coolness! This is such a great community with so many giving people. People have responded. Purchasing hundred dollar air conditioner units for those in need. Central Alabama responds
  • Happy 4th of July!

    Monday, July 2 2012 6:43 PM EDT2012-07-02 22:43:41 GMT
    Happy 4th of July!!! We recently got a chance to visit Philadelphia where our Nation began. Seeing independence Hall and the Liberty Bell was a moving experience. To think of all the sacrifices and
    Happy 4th of July!!! We recently got a chance to visit Philadelphia where our Nation began. Seeing independence Hall and the Liberty Bell was a moving experience. To think of all the sacrifices and
  • A day with Nick and Terry Saban

    Friday, June 15 2012 11:42 PM EDT2012-06-16 03:42:22 GMT
    Spending a day with the Saban's recently was very inspiring. Coach Saban is a winner on the football field and in the hearts of kids he helps through Nick's Kids. Terry Saban his beautiful wife inside
    Spending a day with the Saban's recently was very inspiring. Coach Saban is a winner on the football field and in the hearts of kids he helps through Nick's Kids. Terry Saban his beautiful wife inside
  • Mayor's Prayer Breakfast

    Wednesday, May 2 2012 10:17 PM EDT2012-05-03 02:17:36 GMT
    It was a great day in Hoover Alabama... One of the most beautiful places in the world to live and work. This morning at the Mayor's prayer breakfast, Mayor Ivy, Pastors from Churches in Hoover, Chancellor
    It was a great day in Hoover Alabama... One of the most beautiful places in the world to live and work. This morning at the Mayor's prayer breakfast, Mayor Ivy, Pastors from Churches in Hoover, Chancellor
  • Wednesday, May 2 2012 10:34 AM EDT2012-05-02 14:34:04 GMT
    It was a great day in Hoover Alabama... One of the most beautiful places in the world to live and work. This morning at the Mayor's prayer breakfast, Mayor Ivy, Pastors from Churches in Hoover, Chancellor
    It was a great day in Hoover Alabama... One of the most beautiful places in the world to live and work.
  • A Passion to Fight Cancer

    Thursday, March 1 2012 6:02 PM EST2012-03-01 23:02:30 GMT
    The Conquer Cancer Run is a Matter of Faith as it encourages others through their cancer journies. For one woman working with the American Cancer Society to make sure the race is a success is also a
  • Conquer Cancer Run

    Tuesday, February 14 2012 1:31 AM EST2012-02-14 06:31:14 GMT
    Run helps raise money to fight cancer.
  • 93 Year old Mission

    Wednesday, December 14 2011 11:53 PM EST2011-12-15 04:53:26 GMT
    93 year old has health advice.
  • Conquer Cancer Run

    Thursday, December 8 2011 6:51 PM EST2011-12-08 23:51:15 GMT
    If you are enjoying the holidays and making plans to run more in 2012... Why not sign up for he Brenda Ladun Conquer Cancer Run? You may be running or donating to the American Cancer Society with
  • 57 Chihuahuas

    Tuesday, December 6 2011 6:50 PM EST2011-12-06 23:50:44 GMT
    To adopt Chihuahuas the number to call is 205 397.8522. IT'S NOT 101 DALMATIONS... IT'S 57 CHIHUAHA'S... HOW DID THEY COME TO THE GREATER BIRMINGHAM HUMANE SOCIETY Laura Golden from The Greater Birmingham
  • Find the Christmas JOY!

    Friday, December 2 2011 10:45 PM EST2011-12-03 03:45:47 GMT
    Christmas Joy!
  • Free Computer Training

    Wednesday, November 30 2011 5:19 PM EST2011-11-30 22:19:33 GMT
    Usually when you hear about an offer for something free, do you ask yourself... What's the catch? In Birmingham a Free Computer Training Service called Start Now Learn Now, offers free computer training
  • Grace House Gift Wrap Booth Opens

    Tuesday, November 22 2011 10:36 PM EST2011-11-23 03:36:38 GMT
    Gift Wrap Booth Opens!
  • Volunteer for the Red Mountain Park

    Monday, November 21 2011 10:23 PM EST2011-11-22 03:23:49 GMT
    Help build Red Mountain Park!
  • Coats for the needy

    Monday, November 21 2011 6:48 PM EST2011-11-21 23:48:28 GMT
    free coats
  • Help a starfish

    Friday, November 18 2011 11:34 PM EST2011-11-19 04:34:45 GMT
    Help fight cancer!
  • Fighting Human Trafficking

    Tuesday, November 15 2011 10:30 PM EST2011-11-16 03:30:49 GMT
    Pastor and his wife go on a mission to battle slavery.
  • A Pepper Place Christmas

    Monday, November 14 2011 5:02 PM EST2011-11-14 22:02:56 GMT
    Christmas event

     
  • Gift wrap Grace House

    Wednesday, November 9 2011 5:59 PM EST2011-11-09 22:59:47 GMT
    Gift wrap booth.
  • Reading to second graders

    Wednesday, November 9 2011 5:17 PM EST2011-11-09 22:17:15 GMT
    reading to second graders.
  • A life saving ministry

    Thursday, November 3 2011 6:27 PM EDT2011-11-03 22:27:46 GMT
    Help for those taken for human trafficking.

     
  • Dance for a good cause

    Thursday, November 3 2011 6:13 PM EDT2011-11-03 22:13:42 GMT
    Dance for a good cause!
  • Special Speaker at UA

    Wednesday, November 2 2011 9:26 PM EDT2011-11-03 01:26:41 GMT
    Insight into the U.S. Supreme Court.
  • Dog event

    Friday, October 28 2011 10:22 PM EDT2011-10-29 02:22:04 GMT
    Dog event.
  • storm survivor

    Thursday, October 27 2011 11:54 PM EDT2011-10-28 03:54:19 GMT
    storm survivor goes home.

     
  • Marriage Ministry

    Wednesday, October 26 2011 10:17 PM EDT2011-10-27 02:17:37 GMT
    A couple is says saving marriages is their mission from God. Samantha and Brian Harnsbery formed 3gsproduction Company. They produce plays and movies. This Sunday at 3pm they will perform... the play
  • Remembering Lily

    Wednesday, October 19 2011 5:14 PM EDT2011-10-19 21:14:49 GMT
    There is a wonderful event planned for October 30th. It is a soccer- golf Tournament to honor a 12 year old child who passed away November of 2009. It is called Lily's 2nd Annual Soccer - Golf Tournament.
  • Russian Festival

    Wednesday, October 19 2011 5:03 PM EDT2011-10-19 21:03:19 GMT
    Russian Festival
  • New Friends

    Tuesday, October 18 2011 11:53 PM EDT2011-10-19 03:53:10 GMT
    a visit in Steele

     
  • Breast cancer party

    Wednesday, October 12 2011 10:21 PM EDT2011-10-13 02:21:39 GMT
    Each year... People find new and creative ways to help fight breast cancer. Here's one that could be fun and you might want to mark your planner. How would you like to play in 10 tons of sand... There
  • speed bumps

    Tuesday, October 11 2011 9:53 PM EDT2011-10-12 01:53:23 GMT
    The world seems to be moving faster, and so does the traffic. Homewood is adding new stop signs to remind drivers to slow down. The City of Homewood is hopeful some new stop signs will stop speeding
  • Thanks for the Pink!

    Friday, September 30 2011 7:25 PM EDT2011-09-30 23:25:42 GMT
    breast cancer push is helpful!
  • State Flag for Troops

    Friday, September 9 2011 11:44 PM EDT2011-09-10 03:44:04 GMT
    Flag for the troops
  • New cancer drug

    Tuesday, August 30 2011 10:50 PM EDT2011-08-31 02:50:17 GMT
    cancer drug
  • New Melanoma drug

    Wednesday, August 17 2011 9:43 PM EDT2011-08-18 01:43:01 GMT
    cancer drug
  • Concussions, what you don't know can hurt!

    Wednesday, August 3 2011 6:14 PM EDT2011-08-03 22:14:01 GMT
    concussions
  • Baby Steps Run

    Friday, July 29 2011 11:52 PM EDT2011-07-30 03:52:32 GMT
  • Outrage over Washington's stalemate

    Wednesday, July 27 2011 6:37 PM EDT2011-07-27 22:37:32 GMT
    Federal debt ceiling
  • Faith and Football

    Saturday, July 23 2011 12:18 AM EDT2011-07-23 04:18:24 GMT
    faith football
  • Grace House farm retreat

    Monday, July 11 2011 6:24 PM EDT2011-07-11 22:24:09 GMT
    Grace House and a day on the farm.
  • Mammograms save lives

    Thursday, June 30 2011 12:27 AM EDT2011-06-30 04:27:11 GMT
    Mammograms save lives.
  • Orphans need supplies

    Wednesday, June 29 2011 9:29 PM EDT2011-06-30 01:29:24 GMT
    Orphans need supplies
  • Baseball Lessons

    Monday, June 27 2011 6:09 PM EDT2011-06-27 22:09:54 GMT
    Baseball offers lessons for life.
  • Sanders Sisters donations

    Wednesday, June 15 2011 11:52 PM EDT2011-06-16 03:52:09 GMT
    As the Shoal Creek Valley area rebuilds after April's storms... The Sanders sisters are rebuilding on their faith in God to get them through. I have featured the remarkable young ladies in Matters
  • Birmingham Police Run a success!

    Wednesday, June 15 2011 5:40 PM EDT2011-06-15 21:40:07 GMT
    Police run a success!
  • 5k Pig Run

    Tuesday, June 7 2011 10:10 PM EDT2011-06-08 02:10:50 GMT
    A run for Special Olympics
  • Pineda Wine

    Thursday, June 2 2011 4:45 PM EDT2011-06-02 20:45:52 GMT
    Cooking with Cancer Doctor launches new wine product
  • First Priority Run

    Wednesday, June 1 2011 6:15 PM EDT2011-06-01 22:15:56 GMT
    First Priority run
  • Heat checks

    Wednesday, June 1 2011 4:43 PM EDT2011-06-01 20:43:43 GMT
    Heat checks for the elderly
  • Alabama National Cemetery

    Tuesday, May 31 2011 6:00 PM EDT2011-05-31 22:00:38 GMT
    National Cemetery offers comfort
  • Grace House Visit

    Tuesday, May 24 2011 5:54 PM EDT2011-05-24 21:54:13 GMT
    Grace House visit!
  • Tornado Information

    Thursday, May 19 2011 6:28 PM EDT2011-05-19 22:28:28 GMT
    Tornado information
  • Pink Party for Tornado Survivors

    Wednesday, May 18 2011 11:48 PM EDT2011-05-19 03:48:39 GMT
    Pink tornado party.
  • Lost Storm Dog

    Tuesday, May 17 2011 10:28 PM EDT2011-05-18 02:28:06 GMT
    lost storm dog
  • Lost dog

    Monday, May 16 2011 11:50 PM EDT2011-05-17 03:50:20 GMT
    There are so many lost animals because of the storm. But please see if you can help match this lost dog with it's owner. Andre Plummer took the time to save an injured lost dog and he is sure the dog
  • Pleasant Grove resident information

    Thursday, May 12 2011 10:23 PM EDT2011-05-13 02:23:24 GMT
    Pleasant Grove resident information
  • How to help tornado victims

    Friday, May 6 2011 6:13 PM EDT2011-05-06 22:13:14 GMT
    How to help.
  • Feed the Children

    Wednesday, May 4 2011 6:26 PM EDT2011-05-04 22:26:40 GMT
    Feeding children of the storm!
  • Way to go volunteers!

    Friday, April 22 2011 5:39 PM EDT2011-04-22 21:39:53 GMT
    Thank you volunteers
  • Thanks CrossPoint

    Wednesday, April 20 2011 9:44 PM EDT2011-04-21 01:44:10 GMT
    Thanks to the ladies at CrossPoint
  • Hendrick takes over Drennen Dealership

    Thursday, April 14 2011 9:23 PM EDT2011-04-15 01:23:41 GMT
    New car dealership in Hoover.
  • Thank you Hunter Street

    Wednesday, April 6 2011 10:13 PM EDT2011-04-07 02:13:35 GMT
    Thanks to Hunter Street's Girls Night Out!
  • Window safety

    Monday, April 4 2011 5:00 PM EDT2011-04-04 21:00:35 GMT
    Window safety
  • Stephen Ministry

    Wednesday, March 30 2011 10:36 PM EDT2011-03-31 02:36:02 GMT
    Stephen Ministry offers help for the hurting.
  • Retired Educators

    Wednesday, March 30 2011 10:11 PM EDT2011-03-31 02:11:22 GMT
    If you want to get to know an energetic involved group of people.... You may want to attend the next meeting of the Alabama Education Retirees Association. I was recently honored to be asked to speak
  • Blind help

    Tuesday, March 29 2011 10:01 PM EDT2011-03-30 02:01:25 GMT
    blind help
  • Walk for orphans

    Wednesday, March 23 2011 9:40 PM EDT2011-03-24 01:40:09 GMT
    Churches walk to help orphans.
  • Orphan Walk

    Friday, March 4 2011 11:53 PM EST2011-03-05 04:53:53 GMT
    Orphan walk
  • Bigger C

    Friday, March 4 2011 10:45 PM EST2011-03-05 03:45:38 GMT
    cancer encouragement
  • Thanks Ashville Baptist

    Wednesday, March 2 2011 6:20 PM EST2011-03-02 23:20:17 GMT
    Thanks Ashville Baptist!
  • Ashville Baptist visit

    Wednesday, March 2 2011 5:30 PM EST2011-03-02 22:30:45 GMT
    A warm welcome in Ashville
  • Hope Project Adoption

    Monday, February 21 2011 5:33 PM EST2011-02-21 22:33:45 GMT
    The Hope Project and adopting.
  • Thanks to the Jr. League of Birmingham!

    Wednesday, February 9 2011 10:00 PM EST2011-02-10 03:00:31 GMT
    Jr. League helps fight childhood obesity!
  • Carolyn McKinstry

    Monday, February 7 2011 10:50 PM EST2011-02-08 03:50:04 GMT
    Carolyn McKinstry wants to help change hatred to love and really change the world.
  • Fighting Cancer

    Wednesday, February 2 2011 10:47 PM EST2011-02-03 03:47:30 GMT
    Fighting Cancer
  • Thank You for making the Run a success!

    Tuesday, February 1 2011 11:45 PM EST2011-02-02 04:45:36 GMT
    Thanks for all you did to help raise money to fight cancer?
  • Conquer Cancer Run

    Monday, January 31 2011 11:02 AM EST2011-01-31 16:02:22 GMT
    Help fight cancer with a run.
  • Neuropathy Help

    Thursday, January 20 2011 11:46 PM EST2011-01-21 04:46:02 GMT
    Find help for neuropathy through physical therapy.
  • Protect your skin

    Friday, January 14 2011 8:06 PM EST2011-01-15 01:06:29 GMT
    Running and your skin.
  • Conquer Cancer Run Update!

    Wednesday, January 5 2011 11:56 PM EST2011-01-06 04:56:03 GMT
    See you at the Conquer Cancer Run!
  • Conquer Cancer Run

    Tuesday, January 4 2011 10:48 PM EST2011-01-05 03:48:28 GMT
    Getting ready for the race!
  • Conquer Cancer Run

    Tuesday, January 4 2011 1:00 AM EST2011-01-04 06:00:18 GMT
    Help fight cancer at the Conquer Cancer Run!
  • Friday, December 17 2010 6:07 PM EST2010-12-17 23:07:36 GMT
    Help for children in need.
  • Thursday, December 9 2010 10:37 PM EST2010-12-10 03:37:18 GMT
    Children with vision problems, make award winning art!
  • Cleaning for Cancer Patients

    Tuesday, December 7 2010 5:48 PM EST2010-12-07 22:48:04 GMT
     Help for cancer patients in house keeping.
  • Women's Holiday Heart Health!

    Wednesday, December 1 2010 5:30 PM EST2010-12-01 22:30:26 GMT
    Watch out for your heart this holiday season!
  • Fighting Cancer with Pancakes!

    Wednesday, December 1 2010 5:10 PM EST2010-12-01 22:10:09 GMT
    How about making this you holiday gathering and do something for a good cause at the same time. I just got this e-mail and wanted to share it with you. If you want to take someone to coffee, breakfast
  • Monday, November 22 2010 5:38 PM EST2010-11-22 22:38:53 GMT
    If you are looking for ways to help you get into the Christmas spirit. I have an idea for you. How about getting involved in Grace House Christian Home for Girls? The day after Thanksgiving... Volunteers
  • Tuesday, November 16 2010 1:07 AM EST2010-11-16 06:07:14 GMT
    Foreclosure Help
  • Wednesday, November 10 2010 6:52 PM EST2010-11-10 23:52:02 GMT
    Cancer Christian support group is new in Tuscaloosa.
  • Tuesday, November 9 2010 10:49 PM EST2010-11-10 03:49:07 GMT
    Local doctor helps fight cancer in a national arena.
  • Thursday, November 4 2010 10:50 PM EDT2010-11-05 02:50:12 GMT
    GRACE HOUSE CHRISTIAN HOME FOR GIRLS, provides a home for girls from 6 to 16 in Fairfield. They need your help. Volunteers from Grace House operate the gift wrap booth at Riverchase Galleria. It will
  • Wednesday, November 3 2010 10:45 PM EDT2010-11-04 02:45:51 GMT
    Election night, Governor elect Bentley promises swift action!
  • Friday, September 24 2010 4:18 PM EDT2010-09-24 20:18:32 GMT
    Men, take time to get your check up! At St. Vincent's East there will be a free prostate cancer check next Tuesday September 28th. I know the fall is filled with football, hunting, and more football.
  • Wednesday, September 15 2010 10:47 PM EDT2010-09-16 02:47:23 GMT
    A reminder to check your psa check-up!
  • Wednesday, September 8 2010 6:01 PM EDT2010-09-08 22:01:48 GMT
    East Lake United Methodist
    East Lake United Methodist is breathing life into the community and old organ pipes.
  • Monday, September 6 2010 10:24 PM EDT2010-09-07 02:24:54 GMT
    More proof healthy eating fights cancer.
  • Thursday, August 26 2010 4:19 PM EDT2010-08-26 20:19:30 GMT
    Be aware of what to look for in a head injury.
  • Tuesday, August 17 2010 6:10 PM EDT2010-08-17 22:10:00 GMT
    Have you paused in your day to take a good look at a tree, or a flower? How about the face of your loved one? Is there anything like the blue of the sky on a clear day with low humidity? With our family
  • Tuesday, August 3 2010 5:51 PM EDT2010-08-03 21:51:37 GMT
    On a recent trip this summer, my son lost his wallet at the Atlanta Airport. He had one credit card for emergencies, his license and about 30 dollars in it. I prayed that the person who found it would
  • Thursday, July 29 2010 5:06 PM EDT2010-07-29 21:06:17 GMT
    Exercise can help cancer patients feel better!
  • Tuesday, July 27 2010 4:24 PM EDT2010-07-27 20:24:52 GMT
    If you need to find a reason to smile, you may want to visit your local breeder. In fact, dogs are used in therapy for the elderly or children who need encouragement. We recently adopted two
  • Thursday, July 22 2010 5:30 PM EDT2010-07-22 21:30:37 GMT
    Have you considered head and neck cancer screenings?
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:29 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:29:00 GMT
    Summer is full of baseball with our boys.   I love the anticipation before the game.  In fact, on the way to the game I love the feeling of possibilities.  Could this be the day someone on the team gets a home run.  Maybe our pitcher will throw a no hitter.   I love a freshly watered field, especially the pitcher's mound.  It's like the clay that an artist is about to mold into a work of art.
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:28 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:28:22 GMT
    We've been watching the reports of oil and tar balls washing up along the coast.  Even with the mess in the gulf,  some friends were heading down to grab some family fun and beach time.
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:27 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:27:47 GMT
    What a great morning at the Regions Charity Classic.... I got a chance to follow Nick Saban, Mal Moore, Fuzzy Zoeller, Cornelius Bennett, Steve Hudson former University of Alabama golfer and many more celebs.
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:27 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:27:11 GMT
    There is new news in the cancer community and it's exciting. The food and drug administration may be close to approving a revolutionary new cancer vaccine.
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:26 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:26:31 GMT
    If you or someone in your family is an athlete, you know ice can be your best friend. At the ball park the first thing moms do if a player is injured is run for a bag of ice. So why not use ice in the
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:25 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:25:49 GMT
    The other night, we awoke to the sound of the fire alarm at about 2 in the morning. It was dark and disconcerting, but there was no fire to our relief. We tried to settle back down for the rest of those
  • Wednesday, July 21 2010 11:25 AM EDT2010-07-21 16:25:13 GMT
    Have you ever wanted to change the world? A lot of us dream about what we could do here at home or in foreign lands to help make life better. But a lot of those dreams are just that... Dreams... That's