The popular Piggly Wiggly grocery store on Montgomery Highway in Homewood has temporarily closed as construction begins on a large-scale redevelopment project. Renovation Plans The renovation will significantly expand and modernize the longtime neighborhood grocery store. Planned improvements include additional interior space, expanded parking, improved traffic flow, and the addition of a green space as […]
The Birmingham area will soon lose its final location of a popular Italian ice chain. Jeremiah’s Italian Ice in Chelsea has announced it will close permanently on January 21, 2026. Closure Announcement The Chelsea shop shared the news in a recent post on social media, thanking customers for their support and reflecting on the memories […]
Central Alabama Flooring (CAF) has closed its Big Bob’s Outlet Store in Birmingham and ended its membership with the Floors & More/Big Bob’s Flooring Outlet group, effective January 1, 2026. The store originally opened in 2017. Strategic Business Shift CAF plans to concentrate on its full-service Carpet One business as part of a larger strategy […]
Einstein Bros. Bagels, a nationally recognized bagel cafe chain, is planning to open two new locations in the Birmingham metro area. The openings will mark the chain’s return to the region after a previous location on the UAB campus closed. New Locations Announced One location will open at 450 Cahaba Park Circle in Cahaba Heights, […]
Milo’s Tea Company has permanently closed its Homewood manufacturing and distribution facility, effective immediately, as part of a plan to consolidate operations at its Bessemer site. The company said the move allows it to invest in modern infrastructure, accelerate growth, and create jobs more efficiently. Employee Transition and Support More than half of the employees […]
Birmingham City Schools seniors planning to attend a four-year college have until February 1, 2026 to apply for the Birmingham Promise scholarship, an earlier deadline than in previous years. Scholarship Details The program covers up to four years of tuition at Alabama public colleges and universities. Since its launch, more than 1,600 graduates have benefited, […]
UAB Health System has officially acquired Southview Medical Group, a multi-specialty practice serving patients in central Alabama. The acquisition, finalized January 1, 2026, strengthens access to primary and specialty care in Birmingham and surrounding communities. Expanded Care Network As part of the agreement, UAB Health System assumes ownership of Southview’s network of providers and facilities, […]
Drivers in Trussville should expect major traffic changes on northbound I-59 beginning Tuesday. The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) says this next phase of construction could continue for up to three months. Key Traffic Changes ALDOT warns motorists of three main adjustments along northbound I-59: Northbound I-59 at I-459 will be reduced to one lane […]
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