High Dive Lounge, a brand-new listening lounge at Lakeview Marina, officially opens on Wednesday, December 31. The venue combines live music, high-fidelity sound, and food and drinks crafted by James Beard Award-winning Chef Sean Brock. The lounge is part of the Lakeview Marina development, which also features Seasick Records, Classic Cuts Barbershop, and Cook Family […]
A rare Long-eared Owl made a surprising appearance at Railroad Park in Birmingham just before Christmas, delighting local birders and creating a memorable moment for the community. The species has not been documented in Alabama for nearly a decade, making the sighting especially significant. A Holiday Discovery Birding enthusiasts Bob and Sandy Sipe were walking […]
Birmingham may still be a hidden gem to some, but locals know the city’s culinary scene is anything but small. A recent list from Mashed, a national food publication, named Birmingham one of the 12 most underrated food cities in the U.S. The recognition highlights cities with strong regional identity and dishes that can’t be […]
North Alabama is gearing up for an exciting 2026 concert season, with chart-topping pop stars, country favorites, and legendary rock icons scheduled to perform across the region. From Huntsville to Tuscaloosa, fans can expect unforgettable live music experiences. Birmingham’s 2026 Highlights Birmingham is set to offer a diverse mix of genres in 2026, catering to […]
Bayt Al-Qahwah, a new Yemeni coffee shop, is coming soon to the Edgemont Town Center on Green Springs Highway. A taste of Yemeni coffee in Homewood Bayt Al-Qahwah translates to “House of Coffee,” and the shop plans to spotlight traditional Yemeni coffee alongside cultural experiences. Unlike many familiar blends, Yemeni coffee often tastes sweeter and […]
Main Street Kitchen is bringing a new, family-owned meat-and-three restaurant to Harpersville, taking over the former Burger King on U.S. 280. A new Southern staple for Harpersville Main Street Kitchen will open at 5482 U.S. 280, offering a classic Southern meat-and-three experience. The restaurant plans to serve homestyle favorites in a quick, casual, and welcoming […]
A popular national ice cream brand is eyeing major growth in the Birmingham metro area over the next few years. Cold Stone plans Birmingham-area expansion Cold Stone Creamery announced plans to open as many as six new locations across the Birmingham metro within the next three years. To make that happen, the Arizona-based brand is […]
Beloved Birmingham rock climbing gym BhamBoulders will close its doors at the end of the year after nine years in operation. Why BhamBoulders is closing The Homewood gym announced it will close on Dec. 31 after the building housing the facility was sold. The owners shared the news in an Instagram post, explaining that the […]
Three Birmingham families are celebrating a major milestone after moving into brand-new Habitat for Humanity homes in the Roebuck YMCA neighborhood just before Christmas. New homes bring holiday joy Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity helped the families achieve homeownership, marking the end of a long and demanding process. As a result, the families moved into […]
The Lovelady Center in Birmingham is expanding its mission by adding new housing for women transitioning out of rehabilitation. Housing expansion supports women in recovery The Lovelady Center has purchased a 56-unit apartment complex to support graduates of its NextStep aftercare program, according to Executive Director Melinda MeGahee. As housing costs continue to rise, the […]
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