The City of Birmingham is inviting development teams to transform an abandoned cathedral site near Protective Stadium and Top Golf into a new hotel. Request for Proposals Birmingham released a request for proposals (RFP) on September 17, seeking experienced developers to manage the design, financing, construction, and operation of a hospitality-focused project. The city is […]
Birmingham’s Huffman Middle School has opened Alabama’s first in-school grocery store, giving students and families reliable access to nutritious food. Tackling Food Access in Schools The 300-square-foot grocery store, operated by social impact company Goodr, offers fresh produce, bread, eggs, dairy, pantry staples, and vegan options. Families enrolled at the school can shop at no […]
For the first time in its history, the fast-growing Birmingham suburb of Helena has entered a new fiscal year without an approved city budget. Council defers to incoming leadership The Helena City Council unanimously decided to leave long-term spending decisions to the incoming mayor and council, who take office Nov. 3. The city’s fiscal year […]
A popular local restaurant known for its Southern and Cajun-inspired comfort food is relocating from Birmingham’s Southside to the heart of downtown. Move to Two North Twentieth Encore Rouge will lease a 3,200-square-foot space on the ground floor of the Two North Twentieth building, a 17-story office tower located at 2 20th Street North along […]
Sweet news, Birmingham! A new spot for tasty treats is opening downtown, and it’s called Nightcap. A Dessert Lounge for Sweet Lovers The team behind Bamboo on 2nd, one of Birmingham’s favorite restaurants, wanted to bring more sweets to the neighborhood. Since Bamboo doesn’t serve dessert, they decided to open Nightcap right across the street. […]
OrangeTheory Fitness announced that its downtown Birmingham studio on 20th Street South will close and merge with the Vestavia Hills location. Strategic Consolidation The closure is part of a plan to consolidate operations and optimize resources while continuing to serve members in the Birmingham area. The merger focuses activity on a single, larger facility while […]
The Birmingham City Council has allocated $200,000 to purchase 1,200 tickets for the remaining home games at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The tickets will be distributed to the public on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority often given to schools, youth football leagues, neighborhood groups, and community organizations. Funding Source and Purpose The […]
Lapeer Steak & Seafood, a Georgia-based restaurant known for its focus on steakhouse classics and fresh seafood, is opening a new location in Birmingham. The restaurant is set to debut Nov. 3 at The Hardwick, a mixed-use development along the Rotary Trail. Expanding to Alabama The Birmingham restaurant will be Lapeer’s first location outside Georgia. […]
Southwest Airlines is expanding service at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport with three new nonstop flights to major cities starting in April 2026. More Options for Travelers Tickets for the new routes are already on sale, according to the Birmingham Airport Authority. The additions give Birmingham fliers more choices and greater convenience when planning trips. Expanded Service […]
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority, which operates MAX Transit, has formed a new partnership with Equal Access Birmingham to break down transportation barriers in the city. 750 Bus Passes Kick Off Transportation Initiative MAX Transit donated 750 bus passes to help Equal Access Birmingham launch its Transportation Initiative. With this program, uninsured, underinsured, and unhoused […]
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