Alabama-based band The Red Clay Strays have announced a major North American arena tour in support of their upcoming album Grateful, set for release on June 5, 2026. New Album and Major Arena Tour The Grateful Tour will follow the release of the band’s new album and will bring them to arenas and large venues […]
Millions in state and federal funding continue to support a network of Birmingham-area nonprofit organizations, including schools and health-related programs tied to LGBTQ-focused services. Ongoing Public Funding for Local Nonprofits Several Birmingham-based organizations have continued receiving government funding through state and federal programs. These include grants from agencies such as the U.S. Department of Health […]
Birmingham City Schools continues its long-standing pattern of rejecting charter school applications, even as state officials prepare to review the latest appeal. Latest Charter Application Rejected Birmingham City Schools recently denied an application from xS.T.R.E.A.M. Minds Academy, a proposed K–8 charter school planned for east Birmingham. The district finalized its decision in January and reaffirmed […]
Two Birmingham-based firms are working together on a major residential and mixed-use development in New Port Richey, Florida. Major Southeast Development Project Underway Dobbins Group, a Birmingham real estate investment company, is partnering with Capstone Building Corp. to develop Charleston Ridge Apartments. Dobbins Group is leading the development, while Capstone Building Corp. serves as the […]
A popular Thai restaurant in Hoover has reopened after a brief shutdown, restoring its full service and regular hours for customers. Thai Restaurant Returns to Hoover Food Mart Blue Pacific has resumed operations at Hoover Food Mart on Lorna Road after temporarily closing in mid-March. The restaurant reopened on April 15 and returned to its […]
A new vintage and consignment shop is preparing to open in the Pelham area, offering a curated mix of modern and vintage clothing for all ages. New Vintage Concept Coming to Pelham The Archive Society has announced plans to open soon in Pelham, Alabama. The shop will operate at 128 Bowling Lane and is expected […]
A new Mexican seafood restaurant has opened in Fairfield, expanding dining options in the Birmingham metro area with a focus on coastal-inspired cuisine. New Seafood Restaurant Opens in Fairfield Del Mar Marisquería opened earlier this month at 7100 Aaron Aronov Drive in Fairfield. The restaurant sits near the recently opened Milo’s location, adding to growing […]
Dream Flavors, known for its mobile ice cream trucks, has officially opened its first brick-and-mortar shop in downtown Birmingham. From Food Trucks to a Permanent Location Dream Flavors recently celebrated the grand opening of its first storefront after years of operating as a traveling ice cream business. Owner Walter Baldwin built the brand over […]
A new Mexican dining concept is preparing to open in Birmingham’s Parkside District, adding another upscale-casual option to the city’s food scene. New Restaurant Coming to Urban Supply De Nada is set to open soon at Urban Supply in Birmingham’s Parkside District. Local restaurateur Armando Martinez leads the new concept, which focuses on blending Birmingham […]
A major Birmingham-area restaurant group is reassessing its operations after several of its dining locations shut down or paused service. Closures Prompt Company-Wide Review According to an online report, the Pihakis Restaurant Group announced it is reviewing its business strategy after multiple restaurant closures in the Birmingham area. The company described the process as a […]
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