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M&M’s recall hits 20 States, including Alabama. Check your candy now

A labeling issue has triggered a multistate recall of thousands of promotional candy packs, according to federal regulators. FDA issues Class II recall for M&M’s The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted a recall notice on Feb. 3 involving more than 6,000 units of repackaged M&M’s candies distributed across 20 states.   Minnesota-based Beacon Promotions […]

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Birmingham Schools superintendent honored as Alabama’s top education leader

The leader of Birmingham City Schools has earned statewide recognition for his leadership and student achievement gains. Mark Sullivan named Outstanding Superintendent Mark Sullivan, superintendent of Birmingham City Schools, received the Outstanding Superintendent of the Year award from the Alabama Education Association. His peers selected him for the honor.   The award recognizes professional achievement, […]

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Downtown Birmingham UAB building sells for $2.2 million

A downtown Birmingham property near the city’s medical research corridor just sold for $2.2 million. The deal signals continued investor confidence in the area. UAB 2300 Building sells for $2.2 million BP Capital Group purchased the UAB 2300 Building at 2300 Seventh Ave. S. from Shannon Waltchack. Birmingham-based Leitman Perlman brokered the deal and closed […]

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Historic Five Points South Buildings set for demolition after fire

Historic buildings in Five Points South that stood for more than a century are set to be demolished following a massive fire that tore through the property last year. Century-old buildings lost after fire The fire destroyed structures along 20th Street South that once housed apartments and businesses in Five Points South. First responders battled […]

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Downtown Birmingham shoe repair suddenly closes, leaving customers in limbo

Customers are searching for answers after a longtime downtown Birmingham shoe repair business appears to have shut down without warning, leaving personal and high-value items behind.   What happened to Quality Shoe Repair   Quality Shoe Repair, a familiar presence downtown for years, appears to have closed suddenly. Customers report finding the shop locked and […]

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Magnolia Soap & Bath Company setting up in Vestavia City Center

Magnolia Soap & Bath Company is bringing its Southern-inspired bath and body products to Vestavia City Center, with plans to open a new storefront this spring. The Mississippi-based brand, which operates more than 40 locations nationwide, announced the upcoming Vestavia opening through Crawford Square Real Estate Advisors.   When the Vestavia location will open   […]

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Bayt Al-Qahwah introduces Yemeni coffee to Greensprings

Bayt Al-Qahwah is now open in Homewood, bringing traditional Yemeni coffee culture to the Birmingham area along with something many local cafés don’t offer: late-night hours.   The new shop is currently operating under a soft opening schedule and is already drawing attention for its unique drinks and Middle Eastern pastries.   What Bayt Al-Qahwah […]

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Locanda Brasato brings Italian flavors to Mountain Brook

Lé Fresca co-owners Duaine Clements and Marco Butturini have expanded their Italian footprint in Birmingham with the opening of Locanda Brasato in Lane Parke, taking over the former Post Office Pies space in Mountain Brook.   Inside Mountain Brook’s newest Italian restaurant   Nearly six years after opening Lé Fresca downtown, Clements and Butturini decided […]

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Baskin-Robbins coming soon to Inverness Corners

Baskin-Robbins is bringing its iconic scoops to Inverness Corners, adding another dessert stop along the busy U.S. Highway 280 corridor in Hoover.   A sweet addition to Inverness Corners   The new Baskin-Robbins will be located at the intersection of Highway 280 and Valleydale Road inside Inverness Corners.   Known for its rotating lineup of […]

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