He(art) of the community
Since its inception in 1981, the Mountain Brook Art Association has represented an ever-increasing collection of talented two-dimensional artists. more
Features
Photos by Lexi Coon.
Recreational trails grant application approved at council meeting
The grant would help fund a project to renovate the Jemison Park trails. more
Sarah Finnegan
Playoff Football Primer: Spartans face rematch with Hoover
Here's a look at some of the local high school football playoff games this week. more
Sarah Finnegan
The Reset: Football advances, cross-country performs well at state
Mountain Brook High School's sports teams were in action last week. more
Sarah Finnegan
Spartans race past Austin, into 2nd round
The Mountain Brook High School football team blanked Austin, 31-0, in the first round of the Class 7A state playoffs. more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Owner of Community Coffee talks about history of company, sense of community
Owner Matt Saurage talked about the history of the company and it's investment in local communities. more
Lexi Branta Coon
Election sees many incumbents retain office
Jenn Gray, Felicia Stewart and Alli Summerford were unable to upset Republican incumbents in the Mountain Brook area. more
Sarah Finnegan
Playoff Football Primer: Spartans head to Austin to begin postseason play
Here's a look at some of the local high school football playoff games this week. more
Kamp Fender
The Reset: Volleyball season ends; football, cross-country gear up for final push
The Mountain Brook High School fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Council holds organizational meeting for elected officials
Councilors Billy Pritchard, Alice Womack and Lloyd Shelton were sworn into their seats after they ran uncontested in this year's municipal elections. more
Sarah Finnegan
Spartans handle Gardendale, finish regular season strong
Mountain Brook High School won its regular season finale over Gardendale on Friday night. more
Kamp Fender
Spartans' run ends in semifinals
Mountain Brook High School's volleyball season came to an end on Wednesday. more
Photos by Barry Stephenson
Week 10 Football Primer: Spartans finish regular season
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Volleyball advances to state tournament
The Mountain Brook High School fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Photos by Barry Stephenson
Hoover claims region title in win over Spartans
The Mountain Brook High School football team saw its region title hopes disappear on Friday night with a 31-7 loss to Hoover. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
Council hears Spartan Shuttle, MBFD grant request updates
The Spartan Shuttle will kick off on Nov. 5. more
Photo by Frank Couch
Week 9 Football Primer: Spartans playing for region title
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. more
Photo courtesy of Mountain Brook Cross-Country
The Reset: Girls cross-country wins Husky Challenge
The Mountain Brook High School fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Photo by Frank Couch
Thompson flips script in win over Spartans
The Mountain Brook High School football team lost to Thompson 31-7 on Friday. more
Photo Courtesy of Clay Hammac
Nine men arrested in second reverse prostitution sting
The men were arrested along the U.S. 280 corridor. more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
2018 Elections Guide
Village Living has worked with Birmingham Watch and the Alabama Initiative for Independent Journalism to compile the following list of candidates on the ballot in your area. more
Good Morning America features Alli Summerford, local candidates among 'Women Who Run'
Felicia Stewart, candidate for House District 46, and Jenn Gray, candidate for House District 45, were also featured. more
Photo by James Nicholas
Week 8 Football Primer: Spartans hosting Thompson
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
2017 MBS student survey, updated security reviewed
The 2018 student survey will be given on Oct. 22. more
Photo courtesy of Vickie Nichols
The Reset: Volleyball wins Blalock, football stays undefeated
The Mountain Brook High School sports teams were in action last week. more
Photo by Jesse Chambers
Large crowd enjoys Jazz in the Park event in Mountain Brook
At least 300 people turned out to hear live jazz in Crestline Village Oct. 14. more
Sydney Cromwell
Boo at the Zoo offers Halloween candy, games
The event will continue through Halloween. more
Photo by James Nicholas
Spartans claim top spot in region following thrilling victory
Mountain Brook pulled off a thrilling win over Hewitt-Trussville on Friday night. more
Jimmy Mitchell
Week 7 Football Primer: Spartans playing for 1st in region
Here's a look at some of the local high school football games this week. more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Shades Creek pedestrian bridge moving forward
The City Council also approved an estimate to build a mound for the Mountain Brook Elementary restroom facility. more
Alyx Chandler
Antiques in the Garden brings antique enthusiasts
Not only is Antiques in the Gardens is one of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens' biggest fundraisers each year, it's also one of its most popular gatherings of antique enthusiasts. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
Families, pups have paw-some time at annual Pooch Plunge
The event, which benefitted the LJCC and the Animal League of Birmingham, was held on Oct. 7. more
Jimmy J. Mitchell
The Reset: Football shuts out Oak Mountain, volleyball splits
Mountain Brook High School's fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Layton Dudley
Village Garden Walk celebrates Antiques in the Gardens
The fourth annual Village Garden Walk was held Wednesday, Oct. 3 from 4-6 p.m. Merchants decorated their storefronts with garden-inspired themes and stayed open later for attendees. more
Photo by Jimmy Mitchell
Spartans continue surge, stay unbeaten
Mountain Brook dominated Oak Mountain, 21-0, on Thursday night. more
Courtesy of the American Cancer Society
Local to participate in Where's the Chair breast cancer fundraiser
Where's the Chair Wednesdays is a new campaign by the American Cancer Society. more
Sarah Finnegan
Week 6 Football Primer: Spartans head to Oak Mountain for Thursday showdown
Here's a look at the local high school football games this week. more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Volleyball improves to 30-7
Mountain Brook's high school sports teams were in action last week. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
The story behind ‘Where legends are made’
Alabama’s Linda Bonnin spoke about the campaign she developed for the university during her first year as vice president of strategic communications at the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Sept. 25. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
Pedestrian crossing, 'nuisance insects' discussed at council meeting
Council members accepted the recommendation to not pursue a new temporary pedestrian crossing on Montevallo Road near Lane Parke. more
Kyle Parmley
The Reset: Volleyball wins 9, football improves to 5-0
Mountain Brook High School's fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan
Spartans win 5th straight, take down Vestavia Hills
Mountain Brook rolled up 284 rushing yards in a 28-14 win over Vestavia Hills on Friday. more
ClasTran seeks additional funding to cover budget shortfall
The paratransit bus service provides rides for retirees and people with disabilities around central Alabama. more
Layton Dudley
Week 4 Football Primer: Spartans in battle of unbeatens
Here's a look at what to expect from this week's slate of high school football games. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
MBS FY19 budget approved, facility renovations reviewed
Chief School Financial Officer Kari Austin said she expects the ending fund balance for FY18 to be “over the 15 million-mark.” more
Alyx Chandler
Fourth Annual Taste of Mountain Brook brings crowd
Taste of Mountain Brook brought out hundreds of Mountain Brook community members to try some new and long-time loved local favorite food options. more
Sarah Finnegan
The Reset: Football stays unbeaten, volleyball wins tournament
Mountain Brook High School's fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Sarah Finnegan
Second-half surge spurs Spartans
The Mountain Brook High School football team scored 24 unanswered points on Friday night to secure a 24-14 victory over Spain Park. more
Jonathan M. Norris
Week 3 Football Primer: Spartans hosting Spain Park
Get ready for this Friday's high school football slate. more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Culver Road parking reviewed at council meeting
Local business owners had inquired about adding another short-term parking space in the Sneaky Pete's area and moving the construction fence off the curb to potentially allow for additional parking. more
Photos by Lexi Coon.
Mac and cheese fest sees hundreds
Despite the unwavering heat, families and friends spent the afternoon of Sept. 9 outside Brookwood Village for the second annual Magic City Mac + Cheese Festival. more
Jonathan M. Norris
The Reset: Football improves to 3-0
Mountain Brook's fall sports teams were in action last week. more
Photo by Lexi Coon.
Crestline restaurant to be featured on 'Southern and Hungry'
Gus's Hotdogs will be featured on the Cooking Channel's 'Southern and Hungry' on Sept. 10 at 8 p.m. CST. more
Jonathan M. Norris
Spartans shut down Tuscaloosa County
The Mountain Brook High School football team blanked Tuscaloosa County on Friday night in its Class 7A, Region 3 opener. more
Layton Dudley
Week 2 Football Primer: Spartans begin region play
Mountain Brook High School opens up region play against Tuscaloosa County this week. more
Layton Dudley
The Reset: Fall sports begin
Mountain Brook High School's fall sports teams are back in action. more
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