The wait is over—Alo Yoga is now officially open at The Summit in Birmingham. The grand opening took place last weekend, drawing attention from fitness fans and fashion-forward shoppers alike. A High-Energy Grand Opening To celebrate the launch, the new store hosted a weekend of live events. Visitors enjoyed live DJ sets, acro […]
Birmingham has been named one of the best emerging cities for recent college graduates. The ranking comes from a new national study by payroll services provider ADP, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. A Top “Second-Tier” City with Big Potential The study reviewed data from over 5 million workers in their 20s. […]
The Arthritis Foundation’s signature holiday-themed 5K, the Jingle Bell Run, is back and set for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Patriot Park in Birmingham. A Festive Tradition for a Meaningful Cause Known as one of the most spirited fundraising races of the year, the Jingle Bell Run invites participants to […]
Birmingham Festival Theatre, a long-standing part of the city’s arts scene, is calling on the community for support after discovering a break-in following a recent performance. Theft Comes at a Difficult Time Founded in 1972 and currently in its 52nd season, Birmingham Festival Theatre (BFT) operates out of a historic space above Golden […]
WBHM, Birmingham’s public radio station, will lose 10% of its annual operating budget following a bill passed by Congress. $1.1 Billion Cut Hits Public Media Nationwide Lawmakers voted to rescind $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, part of a broader $9 billion rollback that also included $7.9 billion in […]
With new statewide rules limiting cellphone use in schools, a Birmingham entrepreneur is stepping up to help students and families prepare for a healthier relationship with technology. Tackling Digital Overload with Community Support Courtney Woods, founder of PC Media Techs and a consultant for Bessemer City Schools, is leading the charge with a […]
After a temporary closure earlier this year, Billy’s Tavern in Birmingham’s Lakeview district has reopened under new ownership. The longtime neighborhood bar welcomed guests back on Thursday, July 3, following renovations and a change in leadership. Local Bartender Takes the Helm According to online reports, Jesse Thompson, a veteran of Birmingham’s bar scene […]
A group of shelter animals from Birmingham has been relocated to Virginia as part of an ongoing effort to reduce overcrowding in Alabama shelters. Transport Mission Led by Pilots To The Rescue Nonprofit aviation group Pilots To The Rescue flew 15 cats and 12 dogs from Birmingham to Manassas, Virginia on Wednesday. The […]
DeVinci’s Italian Restaurant, one of the longest-running Italian restaurants in area, will permanently close on August 10, according to a public announcement made by the owner. Decades of Service in Homewood The restaurant, located at 2707 18th Street South, has served the Homewood community since 1965. Founded by Fred Koetter, the business was […]
Briarwood Presbyterian Church has officially called Rev. Dr. John Scott Redd Jr. to serve as its next senior pastor, making him only the third full-time leader in the church’s 65-year history. Congregational Vote and Appointment The church’s congregation voted to call Redd on June 15, and the Evangel Presbytery formally approved his appointment […]
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