Dr. Todd Askew is a lifelong resident of Tuscaloosa who attended Tuscaloosa County High School and graduated in 1993. He later achieved his undergraduate degree in forestry from Mississippi State University. Dr. Askew graduated from the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. He purchased Ramey Veterinary Hospital in 2006 from Dr. Ramey, who opened the clinic's doors in 1971. Dr. Askew has been married to Kimberlie since February 2013, and they have three children: Preston, Gabbie, and Harrison [citation].