East 59 Cafe will close its cafe inside the Hoover Public Library on October 24, the library announced on its Facebook page. Limited Menu Until Closure Until the closure, a limited selection of menu items will remain available. The library said it will continue partnering with East 59 at their Lee Branch location for programming […]
Barbecue Stop on Old Springville Road will remain closed while its ownership explores new management, potential investors, and possibly a new location. Searching for a Partner and New Location The restaurant announced on social media that it is looking for a committed partner or investor to help rebuild operations. The current location faces code and […]
Helen, the contemporary Southern restaurant in Birmingham, has earned a spot on Resy.com’s inaugural “Resy 100” list, highlighting the nation’s restaurants that define modern dining. Only Alabama Restaurant on the List Ranked No. 73, Helen is the only Alabama restaurant featured, positioned between Chicago’s Chef’s Special Cocktail Bar (No. 72) and Far-Out in Dallas (No. […]
Birmingham has earned recognition as one of the best cities in the U.S. to start a business, according to a recent WalletHub study comparing 100 cities nationwide. Strong Rankings for Business Costs Birmingham stood out for its low business costs, earning a rank of 3 in this category. Entrepreneurs in the city benefit from affordable […]
Birmingham’s Railroad Park Foundation will host a fundraising picnic on September 28, featuring live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities across the park’s 19 acres. Enjoy Music, Food, and Family Fun The event, titled “Picnic at Railroad Park,” will include performances by The Birmingham Youth & Young Adult Fellowship Choir, recent “America’s Got Talent” semifinalists, […]
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), the state’s largest employer when combined with UAB Health System, has earned a spot on the Honor Roll of the Great Colleges to Work For program, marking a first-time national recognition for the institution. Recognition Highlights UAB’s Workplace Culture According to a recent release, UAB previously earned recognition […]
Samantha Williams, executive director of Birmingham Promise, has been named one of five recipients of the 2025 1954 Project Luminary Award, receiving $1 million to expand scholarships and internship programs for students in Birmingham City Schools. About the 1954 Project Luminary Award The award, announced Thursday by The CAFE Group, a Chicago-based philanthropy dedicated to […]
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