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The Filling Station plans second location in Gardendale

The Filling Station, a Crestwood favorite, is expanding to Gardendale. Why Gardendale Was the Choice The new location at 250 City Street sits near UAB Medicine Gardendale Primary & Specialty Care, hotels, and Buffalo Wild Wings. Owner Bobby Lorino said when former employee Josh Brakefield suggested the spot, it was an easy decision. “Gardendale is […]

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New indoor play center Playdate brings family-friendly fun to Roebuck

A new indoor play space for kids is coming to Birmingham. Playdate Brings Fun to Roebuck Playdate is designed for children 12 and under and their parents. The facility features obstacle courses, ball pits, a carousel, and more. Bookings for parties are now open. Engaging, Safe Play Experiences Playdate emphasizes clean, safe play spaces where […]

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New wings restaurant set to open in Birmingham Metro

A new fast-casual restaurant is coming to the Birmingham metro area. Top Wings Set to Open in Midfield Top Wings will occupy a 2,716-square-foot former Wendy’s building at 104 Bessemer Super Highway. The restaurant has not announced an official opening date. Real Estate Deal Supports Growth Martin Smith and Cooper Smith of SRS Real Estate […]

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“Disney World of Escape Rooms” Planned for Birmingham’s The Summit

A popular escape room franchise is bringing immersive experiences to Birmingham’s The Summit. Franchise Expands to Birmingham The Escape Game, with more than 50 locations across 22 states and D.C., is planning a new site at 300 Summit Blvd., Suite 102. The company has not announced an opening date. According to its website, the new […]

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Fannie Mae to relocate San Francisco office to Birmingham

Fannie Mae, one of the nation’s largest mortgage institutions, is relocating offices from San Francisco to Birmingham. What the relocation means for Birmingham The move could bring new jobs and renewed economic energy to Central Alabama. Although officials have not confirmed how many positions will come with the relocation, state leaders say the shift will […]

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Birmingham approves $1 million investment in new emergency homeless shelter

The Birmingham City Council has approved a $1 million contribution to help fund a new emergency shelter at the Jimmie Hale Mission. City commits long-term funding to new shelter The city will provide $250,000 annually over four years to support construction of the planned $4.4 million facility. Council members approved the funding Tuesday as part […]

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Developer pauses demolition of historic Highland Park buildings after community outcry

A Birmingham developer has paused plans to demolish five historic buildings in Highland Park after neighborhood leaders raised concerns. Community learns of demolition plans Residents first became aware of the proposed demolitions when word spread that tenants were being moved out of several properties. Elizabeth Sanfelippo, president of the Highland Park Neighborhood Association, said the […]

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New owner reveals big plans for Alabama’s largest home in Birmingham

Sergei Kaminskiy never visited Alabama before touring Chateau Montagel, the largest home in the state, but the experience quickly changed his expectations. A first impression that changed everything Kaminskiy, a San Diego-based entrepreneur and founder of the Kaminskiy Group, discovered the 68,000-square-foot Shoal Creek estate through an Instagram post. Although he arrived with few expectations, […]

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No 2026 water rate hikes for Birmingham-area customers despite budget cuts

Roughly 770,000 customers served by Central Alabama Water will not see a rate increase in 2026 after the board approved a reduced spending plan. Rates stay flat under new budget First, the board voted to keep residential, commercial, and wholesale water rates at their 2025 levels. Members approved a $215.5 million spending plan that includes […]

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