Forrest Webber | Bear Brothers Cleaning | The Trade TableDaysol Coffee Lab opens Downtown Birmingham location
Downtown Birmingham is welcoming a new coffee destination this month. Daysol Coffee, owned by local roasters Bert Davis and Peter Solis, will open on January 17, 2026, in the former […]
GameStop shutters 435 stores nationwide, including multiple Alabama locations
GameStop, one of the nation’s largest video game and technology retailers, has closed 435 stores as of January 2026, including several locations in Alabama. Alabama Store Closures Stores affected […]
National outdoor retailer Sierra to open first Alabama store in Hoover
Sierra, a national discount retailer specializing in active and outdoor brands, is opening its first Alabama location next to Trader Joe’s on Montgomery Highway in Hoover. Store Details No official […]
Birmingham business leadership shifts mark new era and farewells
Several high-profile leadership changes this week are reshaping Birmingham’s business and cultural landscape, from family-owned companies to iconic entertainment venues and major financial institutions. McWane Welcomes Fifth-Generation Leadership Birmingham-based McWane […]
Vestavia Hills to pave 8 miles of roads in $1.5 million 2026 project
The Vestavia Hills City Council has approved a $1.5 million street paving project covering 8 miles across 26 residential roads in the city. Construction is expected to begin this year […]
Federal reserve appoints new directors to Birmingham Branch Board
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta has announced new appointments to its Birmingham Branch board of directors. Samuel T. “Beau” Benton has been appointed by the Board of Governors, while […]
Birmingham Mayor floats high-speed rail idea as part of 2026 mobility vision
Mayor Randall Woodfin outlined his transportation vision for 2026, emphasizing walkability, biking, and expanded transit options to reduce the city’s reliance on cars and parking infrastructure. He also suggested that […]
Birmingham considers temporary pause on data centers to review regulations
The city of Birmingham is exploring a temporary pause on new data center construction while officials develop updated regulations for the rapidly expanding industry. The discussion follows public concern over […]