Birmingham city leaders and Birmingham City Schools officials have expanded a major initiative focused on improving outcomes for local students from early education through career readiness. City and Schools Unite on Youth Strategy Mayor Randall Woodfin and Birmingham City Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan announced the formation of the Birmingham Children and Youth Commission. The […]
Birmingham city leaders have created a new commission aimed at improving outcomes and expanding opportunities for young people across the city. New City and Schools Partnership Mayor Randall Woodfin and Birmingham City Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan announced the formation of the Birmingham Children and Youth Commission. The initiative brings together leaders from city government, […]
Alabama’s largest water utility will use new funding to identify and replace aging lead service lines, primarily across Birmingham neighborhoods. Major Investment in Water Infrastructure Central Alabama Water approved $45.6 million in loans to support a large-scale lead pipe replacement project. The decision came during a recent board meeting focused on improving drinking water safety. […]
A new Beignets & Brew location appears to be moving into a storefront in Homewood, according to recent signage and local reports. New Coffee Shop Planned for Oxmoor Road A Beignets & Brew sign recently appeared at 1625 Oxmoor Road in Homewood. The space sits across from Central Park and previously housed Bitty & Beau’s. […]
Books-A-Million introduced a redesigned Kids-A-Million department at its flagship Birmingham store, creating a large, kid-focused retail and event space. New Children’s Retail Space Opens in Birmingham Books-A-Million unveiled its expanded Kids-A-Million area at its Colonial Brookwood Village location in Birmingham. The updated space covers about 8,000 square feet and sits inside the retailer’s flagship store. […]
A Cajun restaurant in Birmingham will close its doors less than a year after opening. Closure Announcement Bayou on 8th confirmed it will shut down on April 27, 2026. Ownership shared the news in a public statement and described the decision as difficult but necessary for future growth. The restaurant opened in August 2025 […]
A popular Greek restaurant in Birmingham has closed its doors after four years of service. Sudden Closure Announced Tasty Town Greek Restaurant and Lounge ended operations on April 12. The restaurant shared the news through its social media accounts the following day. It did not provide a reason for the closure. The restaurant opened […]
The City of Birmingham has named Kenneth Cox Jr. as the new director of the Birmingham CrossPlex. Leadership at a Key Moment Cox brings years of experience in athletic administration and facility management. He has also earned recognition as a collegiate Hall of Fame coach. In his new role, he will oversee the CrossPlex’s major […]
Birmingham officials have clarified a recent zoning decision tied to a proposed AI factory, changing the outcome of an earlier vote. Zoning Vote Reconsidered The city’s Zoning Board of Adjustments reviewed a request on March 26 for a power substation at 201 Milan Parkway. The site will host a planned multibillion-dollar AI facility in the […]
This year, Birmingham earned recognition as the top city in Alabama for urban gardening in a new national report. A Strong National Ranking LawnStarter released its 2026 Best Cities for Urban Gardening list to mark National Gardening Day on April 14. The report ranked 500 cities across the country. Birmingham placed 31st overall and ranked […]
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