As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to revisit some of the stories that resonated most across Mountain Brook. These aren’t just top clicks or biggest headlines — they’re pieces that captured something real about the people, places and moments that defined the year.
On any given weekend in Birmingham’s Lynn Park, father-and-son duo Will and Oliver Clark can be found cooking meals out of their food truck to feed those in need.
“We love making connections with others and treating people like people,” said Will Clark of Mountain Brook. “In our family, we love food. We have always loved cooking and feeding others. Having people over to eat the food we prepare has always been something we really enjoy in our family. With the food truck, we are able to cook for others and always have a spot at the table for someone who wants it.”
The idea to feed others originated years ago when Will and Oliver would load up their car on Saturday mornings with hot biscuits or warm cheeseburgers from Jack’s Restaurant and drive around downtown Birmingham looking for those who could use a free meal…