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What I’ve learned about Birmingham, Mtn. Brook, & people

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It’s been a wild ride publishing ComebackTown.

I never dreamed publishing a weekly blog about how to create a more prosperous Birmingham could be so challenging—but so DARN interesting!

I’ve learned so much about human nature, Birmingham, and our suburban neighbors. Continue reading What I’ve learned about Birmingham, Mtn. Brook, & people

Birmingham: Will the good news never end?

A friend recently sent me a link to an incredibly positive article about Birmingham published in the Los Angeles Times. A few minutes later I received another—then another.  The e-mails kept coming.

People were obviously excited and wanted to share our good news.

At first I was surprised, but then realized this was just the continuation of an amazing few weeks. Continue reading Birmingham: Will the good news never end?

Why do we allow “meanies” to own al.com?

I’m feeling pretty beat up as I write this post.

I was just called a “moron” by a commenter on al.com.

I guess I can’t take the comment personally because the commenter doesn’t know me.

I write this blog with the sole purpose of creating a conversation on how to fix our redundant, fractured, dysfunctional government.  I post it on Comebacktown.com and then it is republished on al.com.  I get no financial gain; I’m not running for office. I benefit just like you.  If our region does well then businesses and jobs will be created and we can take pride in our community. Continue reading Why do we allow “meanies” to own al.com?