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Birmingham native becomes first woman to win 250-mile ultramarathon

A Birmingham native has made history after winning one of the toughest ultramarathons in the United States. Historic Win at Cocodona 250 Dr. Rachel Entrekin, a Birmingham native and University of Alabama at Birmingham graduate, won the women’s division and finished first overall at the Cocodona 250-mile ultramarathon in Arizona. She completed the race in […]

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Birmingham ranked No. 2 Best U.S. Market for first-time homebuyers

Birmingham has been ranked one of the top cities in the country for first-time homebuyers, according to a new national housing report. Strong National Standing for Affordable Housing A recent Zillow ranking evaluated the 50 largest metro areas in the United States to identify the best markets for first-time homebuyers. The study focused on affordability, […]

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Three Birmingham athletes inducted into Alabama Sports Hall of Fame

The Alabama Sports Hall of Fame welcomed its 58th class this past weekend, honoring three Birmingham-area athletes among eight total inductees recognized for outstanding careers in sports. Birmingham Athletes Join Prestigious 2026 Class The newest ASHOF class adds eight members to the museum’s 417 total inductees since its founding in 1969. Three of this year’s […]

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Birmingham-Southern finalizes $126.5M campus sale to U.S. Coast Guard

The former Birmingham-Southern College campus has officially been sold to the U.S. Coast Guard in a major redevelopment deal. Major Federal Purchase Completed The 192-acre Birmingham campus on the city’s west side has been sold for $126.5 million. The agreement was finalized between Birmingham-Southern College and the U.S. Coast Guard. An independent appraisal set the […]

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Canceled stadium tour stop leads to new Jelly Roll Birmingham show

Country music star Jelly Roll has added a new Birmingham performance after a previously scheduled stadium concert was canceled. New Birmingham Show Announced Jelly Roll will now perform on May 31, 2026, at the Coca-Cola Amphitheater in downtown Birmingham. The announcement comes just days after his earlier appearance at Protective Stadium was called off. The […]

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UAB achieves historic medical milestones with first-ever Alabama transplants

University of Alabama at Birmingham has completed two historic transplant procedures in Alabama, marking major advances in treatment options for patients with blood cancers and liver disease. Deceased-Donor Bone Marrow Transplant Expands Cancer Treatment Access UAB’s O’Neal Cancer Center performed Alabama’s first deceased-donor bone marrow transplant, creating a new pathway for patients who struggle to […]

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State approves 2 Birmingham charter schools after district rejections

Two proposed Birmingham-area charter schools have been approved for delayed openings following appeals to the Alabama Public Charter School Commission, despite earlier rejections from the local school district. Two New Charter Schools Approved With 2028 Timeline The Alabama Public Charter School Commission approved plans for xS.T.R.E.A.M. Minds Academy and Florecer Community School, both proposed for […]

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National ranking puts Birmingham at the top for young professional careers

A new national report has placed Birmingham at the top of U.S. metro areas for college graduates seeking entry-level, career-track employment opportunities. Birmingham Leads National Rankings for Young Professionals A national analysis published by The Wall Street Journal, using data from ADP, ranked 53 major metro areas based on hiring rates, wages, and cost of […]

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