It’s no secret that people are living longer and that this is bringing big changes to our demographics.  We’ve known this for several years, at least. It’s also fairly well known that people need different types of housing when they’re older. Sometimes very different.  And in some cases people can’t find what they need. I’ve seen this here in Hoover.  …

Here is a condensed, (hopefully) easy-to-read version of absentee ballot instructions.  Note that this is my attempt to simplify the instructions.  Official information is available at: https://www.hooveralabama.gov/185/Absentee-Voting https://www.sos.alabama.gov/alabama-votes/voter/absentee-voting Further questions can be directed to the City Clerk’s office at 205-444-7500. Step 1: Apply for a Ballot  Applications are available at City Hall or online at: https://www.sos.alabama.gov/sites/default/files/voter-pdfs/absentee/MuniAbsenteeAppFillable.pdf Applications must be returned …

Riverchase is considered a masterpiece of community planning.  Privately designed by Harbert-Equitable as a standalone town in the mid-1970’s, it was annexed into Hoover, and the design continues to pay dividends in quality of life nearly 50 years later.  Harbert’s vision for the area will continue to thrive for generations. This effort subsequently brought the Riverchase Galleria, which was a …