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UAB Graduate to Serve Alabama Community Through First Rural Optometry Scholarship
By Satina Richardson | UAB News Malia McDowell, O.D., a 2026 graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry, is the first recipient of the Rural Optometry Scholarship from the Alabama Board of Optometric Scholarship and Loan Awards. She has received $134,000 to practice in an underserved rural community in Alabama. McDowell will be […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:56 AM
Election 2026: 6 Democrats, 3 Republicans Running in Alabama Governor RacePrimaries: Part 4 of 4 By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times The 2026 Alabama gubernatorial election will be held on November 3. Primary elections to choose candidates will take place on Tuesday, May 19. Incumbent Republican Gov. Kay Ivey is ineligible to seek re-election to a third term. Here are the candidates running […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:04:05 AM
Authors Secret Birmingham Highlights How to Be a Tourist in Your Own TownBy Cherith Glover Fluker | For the Birmingham Times Over the past year, I’ve fallen in love with Birmingham all over again. The city itself has remained largely the same, but I have changed. While researching for my book, “Secret Birmingham: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure,” I began looking at familiar places […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:04:08 AM
Brandon Cummings: REV Birminghams VP of Economic Development and Downtowns Biggest FanBy Jordyn Davis | For the Birmingham Times For Brandon Cummings, theres nothing like the sights and sounds of Downtown Birmingham. As one of the newest members of the REV Birmingham team, serving as the Vice President of Economic Development, he believes downtown is filled with economic potential and that its his job to make […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, May 18, 2026 11:03:58 PM
Sheriff Mark Pettway Handily Wins Democratic Nomination for Third TermBy Javacia Harris Bowser and Shauna Stuart | The Birmingham Times In a landslide victory on Tuesday, two-term incumbent Mark Pettway won the 2026 Democratic primary for the office of Jefferson County Sheriff. According to unofficial results with 99 percent of the precincts reporting, Pettway secured 65,130 votes or 75 percent against challengers former Birmingham […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 8:03:55 AM
Finishing the Fight: National Voting Rights Leader Calls for Continued Action After Alabama RallyBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Grounded. Thats how Rebekah Caruthers, CEO and president of Fair Elections Center, said she felt after taking part in the “All Roads Lead to the South” Day of Action on Saturday. The day, organized to ignite a new voting rights movement as conservative states work to dismantle […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 10:03:49 PM
Birmingham police investigate deadly shooting on citys east sideShortly after 8:55 p.m., East Precinct officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Hyacinth Drive in the Roebuck area after a male called 911 to report he heard a noise in his front yard.
AL.com at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 12:06:06 AM
City of Hoover to host sendoff party for Miss Hoover 2026 Ali MimsMims is scheduled to take part in the Miss Alabama 2026 competition in early June.
280 Living at Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:04:48 AM
What to know about Senate, House candidates on primary ballotCandidates are set for Alabama's May 19 primary across Senate Districts 15–16, House Districts 45 and 48, Shelby County Sheriff, School Superintendent, and School Board District 3, featuring incumbents and challengers with varied civic backgrounds.
280 Living at Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:04:48 AM
History Started Here: A New Voting Rights Movement Rises in Selma and MontgomeryBy Shauna Stuart | For the Birmingham Times When the Rev. Otis Dion Culliver, pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church, got the request to host the mass meeting for a national day of action to mobilize a new voting rights era, he knew the church had to heed the call. In 1963, the historic church was […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:45 AM
City of Birmingham Launches Partners Accelerator to Strengthen Local Workforce Ecosystembirminghamal.gov The City of Birminghams Department of Innovation & Economic Opportunity has launched the Birmingham Workforce Partner Accelerator, a six-month program designed to support nonprofits, startups, and community-based organizations in building scalable, fundable workforce development programs that strengthen Birmingham’s economy and create real opportunity for residents. Applications are open now through May 29, 2026. The […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 10:03:48 PM
Hoover City Council to consider guardrails for data centersThe council also will consider additional change orders for the new Hoover Fire Station No. 1.
280 Living at Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:04:48 AM
May is Preservation Month—2 Birmingham events for history buffs?? PRESERVATION MONTH EVENTS: Check out a couple of ways Bham is celebrating Preservation Month this May.
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Meet the candidates: Alabama House of Representatives District 45Ahead of Alabamas May 19 primary election, take a closer look at the candidates, including their backgrounds, priorities and experience in one of the key races impacting local voters.
280 Living at Saturday, May 16, 2026 2:04:41 AM
See 12 new home listings in Birmingham—May 8-10?? JUST LISTED: These standout properties hit top neighborhoods across Greater Birmingham. Act fast before they're gone! NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
65 Years Later, the Freedom Riders Are Ready for Another Battle: This Movement Has to be ReopenedBy Shauna Stuart | For the Birmingham Times When Kredelle and Alphonso Petway joined the civil rights movement of the 1960s, they were following in the footsteps of their father Rev. Matthew Petway, who had been an activist since the 1950s. The family was based in Pensacola, Fla., but spent time in Montgomery, Ala. Kredelle started […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 4:04:29 AM
Negro Southern League Museum Celebrates the Life of Baseball Legend Eugene Scruggsbirminghamal.gov Alabama native, and American pitcher, Eugene “Dick” Scruggs, Sr. died May 4, the Negro Southern League Museum announced. He was 87. Scruggs was a pitcher in the Negro Leagues whose career, community leadership, and professional achievements left a lasting mark on Alabama sports history and the broader story of Black baseball in America. Born […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, May 15, 2026 8:03:54 AM
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Bham Now at Monday, May 11, 2026 7:05:00 AM
Meet the candidates: Alabama State Senate District 16Ahead of Alabamas May 19 primary election, take a closer look at the candidates, including their backgrounds, priorities and experience in one of the key races impacting local voters.
280 Living at Friday, May 15, 2026 6:04:49 PM
The Myth Thats Been Holding Birmingham and Alabama Back — Why Its Finally DyingBy Emily Wykle For a long time, ambitious entrepreneurs in Alabama learned the same lesson early: if you wanted to build something big, you would probably have to leave. That belief shaped more than their careers. It shaped where companies were headquartered, where jobs landed and where economic opportunity bloomed. The Old Assumption Birmingham, Huntsville, … Continue reading The Myth That’s Been Holding Birmingham and Alabama Back — Why It’s Finally Dying →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 9:01:26 AM
I Told Her She Was the One. I Remember Saying That in My Long, Nervous SpeechBy: Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times Kwoya Fagin Maples & Marcus Maples Live: Vestavia Hills Married: August 8, 2009 Met: One dance was all it took to set Kwoya Fagin Maples and Marcus Maples. The two met at a party at the University of Alabamas The Venue. “She was flanked by two guys,” […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:42 AM
250 miles in 56 hours: UAB grad sets new Cocodona ultramarathon record?? WOW!! UAB alum Rachel Entrekin set the course record at the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon in Arizona.
#Cocodona250 #UAB...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
Lions claim soccer state title, Eagles fall just shortBriarwood Christian School's boys soccer team finished off a thrilling playoff run with a state championship.
280 Living at Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:33:41 AM
Road Trip Throughout the South: Top Destinations for Black HistoryBy Cherith Glover Fluker | For the Birmingham Times I love a good road trip. Couple it with an opportunity to celebrate Black history and support Black-owned businesses, and youve got my attention. In the Southeast, some of the most powerful landmarks in Black history sit just a few hours from Birmingham. And the communities […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 5:04:04 AM
Protecting What Youve Built: Why Business Owners Should Think About Their Succession PlanBy J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Business owners often have a million things to juggle with day-to-day operations. Have you taken the time to slow down and think about what you can be doing now to prepare yourself and your business for later in life? If the answer is no, you arent alone. Although 76% of […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:41 AM
New art gallery Visual Feast now open in Hoover??? NEW ART GALLERY: Visual Feast Gallery, located in Hoover, showcases Rose Cook's abstract art and handmade pieces while offering art classes + workshops. The gallery is seeking emerging artists to join its collection!...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
UAB Libraries Share AI Resources, Skills with Alabamas K-12 EducatorsBy Shannon Thomason | UAB News As artificial intelligence tools become more available, teachers need to know when it is appropriate and how to use them. That is why faculty from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Libraries are working to enhance media and AI literacy in the community. In late April, UAB Libraries hosted teachers and librarians […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, May 18, 2026 6:03:55 PM
Downtown Birmingham office complex hits the market for $5.2 millionOpened in 1904, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2023.
AL.com at Friday, May 15, 2026 11:05:46 AM
Birmingham Residents File Class-Action Lawsuit Over Proposed Nebius AI FacilityBy Riley Conlon |WVTM Residents near Birminghams Oxmoor Valley area have sued Nebius and the City of Birmingham over a proposed AI data center campus, arguing the project violates zoning rules and threatens nearby neighborhoods with noise, pollution and falling property values. The class-action lawsuit, filed May 13 in Jefferson County Circuit Court, seeks to […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 1:04:23 AM
May 14, 2026____________________________ EMPLOYMENT ____________________________ Director of PRACP and Senior Manager BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Director of Public Relations and Community Partnerships and 2) Senior Manager-Performing Arts Venues for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume 205-458-8530. BT5/14/2026 ________________________________ Accounting Manager McCalla, AL. Reqd: Bachs deg. in Bus. Admin. or Accounting ...
Birmingham Times at Monday, May 18, 2026 5:04:12 PM
Birmingham water utility touts improved credit rating, modest savings with more comingTwo months after massive layoffs, Central Alabama Water reports modest savings and an improved credit outlook and rating.
AL.com at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 11:06:18 AM
New medical office building breaks ground in Homewood?? UNDER CONSTRUCTION: A new building for Vitalogy Wellness Center & Med Spa is being built in Homewood, emphasizing holistic health + community-focused medical services.
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
Birmingham contractor begins 7-county South Carolina medical facilityThe hospital serves seven counties in South Carolina.
AL.com at Thursday, May 14, 2026 4:06:08 PM
Last Chance! A Special Meet and Greet with Dog Man and Captain Underpants Creator Dav PilkeyBooks-A-Million Proudly Presents Dav Pilkey, #1 Worldwide Bestselling Author and Illustrator of Dog Man, Captain Underpants, and Cat Kid Comic Club Saturday, April 25 at 1:00 PM CT (Doors open at 12:00 PM) Jemison Concert Hall at UAB Alys Stephens Center 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205 Tickets to our Dav Pilkey event […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00:41 AM
Birmingham Zoo named #1 attraction in the city—heres whats new?? BIRMINGHAM'S TOP ATTRACTION: Our Zoo is #1! Dinosaurs, giraffes + more...see which animals have been added. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
9 pounds of meth, $32,500 cash seized in Birmingham drug bust; woman chargedThe May 14, 2026, raid turned up nearly 9 pounds of methamphetamine, as well as 136 grams of fentanyl, 237 Xanax pills, 258 Percocet pills, 39 Oxycodone pills and other drugs.
AL.com at Saturday, May 16, 2026 12:07:29 AM
In the Birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, Groups Rally to Defend Black Political Representation inBy Kim Chandler | Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Thousands of people rallied Saturday in the cradle of the modern Civil Rights Movement to mobilize a new voting rights era as conservative states dismantle congressional districts that helped secure Black political representation. U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey called Montgomery “sacred soil” in the […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, May 18, 2026 6:03:57 PM
Troubled, historic Birmingham cemetery under investigation after shutting down without warningZion Memorial Gardens, used for burials since the mid-1800s, announced its closure and then “decided to reopen.”...
AL.com at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 4:05:57 PM
Meet the candidates: Shelby County SheriffAhead of Alabamas May 19 primary election, take a closer look at the candidates, including their backgrounds, priorities and experience in one of the key races impacting local voters.
280 Living at Friday, May 15, 2026 2:05:09 PM
Pinhole Camera Workshop with Jillian BrowningDive into the exciting world of pinhole photography with UAB professor Jillian Browning at the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts (AEIVA). Inspired by the pinhole camera photography on view in Erin Jane Nelsons exhibition at AEIVA, participants will learn about the history of photography and the development of pinhole and long-exposure techniques, create their […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, May 17, 2026 3:00:35 PM
Pihakis Restaurant Group faces eviction lawsuit over shuttered Birmingham officeIt's the fourth lawsuit filed in connection with the restaurant group.
AL.com at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 1:06:50 PM
Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales Clinches Victory in District 1By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales defeated Birmingham City Councilor Clinton Woods in the May 19 Democratic Primary to continue her tenure serving District 1. The two-term incumbent claimed 60 percent of votes, according to unofficial results. When Scales was first elected as the Jefferson County Commissioner for […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 8:03:57 AM
Shepherd named 2026 Birmingham All-Metro Player of the YearOak Mountains Kati Anne Shepherd was named Birmingham All-Metro Player of the Year as players from Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park earned top honors from area coaches.
280 Living at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:05:08 PM
Data center growth in Alabama: 492 Alabamians weigh in?? DATA CENTER GROWTH: Data centers are popping up all over the state. Is Alabama ready?
#datacenters #alabama...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:09:37 PM
Woodfins Proposed $615M Budget Prioritizes Birmingham Neighborhood Investment, Youth and Housing StBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin on Tuesday presented a proposed $615 million operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to the Birmingham City Council, outlining what he described as a continued investment in neighborhoods, city employees and young people while expanding funding for violence intervention, public transportation and homelessness […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:43 AM
7 exciting dishes to try at De Nada restaurant in BirminghamOwner Armando Martinez suggests these dishes to newcomers at his upscale casual Mexican restaurant.
AL.com at Saturday, May 16, 2026 6:34:12 AM
Covington County to develop 110-acre industrial site with Alabama SEEDS fundingCovington County will be home to a new 110-acre industrial site, funded in part by a $440,220 state grant. The space off Alabama Highway 55 is designed to attract industry and in-demand jobs to the southern Alabama county. The funding comes from the states Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. Created in 2023 [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, May 18, 2026 8:33:55 PM
Birmingham Singer, Filmmaker Hope to Inspire With Sherri Brown Live Memorial Day WeekendBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times A broken foot led to what would become the ultimate concert experience of Sherri Brown Live, happening May 24 at WORKPLAY. “During that time, I had a lot of time to think about what was next,” Birmingham performer Sherri Brown said. “A lot of prayers were happening, […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:44 AM
Hero Doughnuts founder apparently reopening Homewood location?? HERO REOPENING? Hero Doughnuts in Homewood may reopen soon, according to encouraging updates from founder Wil Drake...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:09:37 PM
6 spring drinks to try right now in Birmingham???? SPRING MENU ITEMS: We rounded up a few seasonal cocktails and coffee across Bham... comment your fav and what we should try next!...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Jags, Lions move on, Hornets fall in baseball playoffsSpain Park High School kept it rolling in the baseball playoffs.
280 Living at Friday, May 15, 2026 6:04:49 PM
Meet the candidates: Alabama State Senate District 15Ahead of Alabamas May 19 primary election, take a closer look at the candidates, including their backgrounds, priorities and experience in one of the key races impacting local voters.
280 Living at Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:33:41 AM
Jelly Roll schedules new Alabama show for May: Heres how to secure last-minute ticket dealsFollowing the cancellation of his coheadlining tour date with Post Malone, Jelly Roll announced a new Birmingham show date for later this month.
AL.com at Monday, May 18, 2026 1:05:59 PM
Woodlawn High School Athletes Help Make a Difference at Sloss Furnacesbirminghamal.gov A group of dedicated athletes from Woodlawn High School recently came together not on the playing field, but at the Historic Sloss Furnaces for a special site beautification service project. With a spirit of teamwork and community pride, these students rolled up their sleeves and worked tirelessly to enhance the grounds of one of […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, May 18, 2026 11:03:57 PM
MAX Transit announces free bus service for Tuesdays primaryMAX Transit is providing free rides on Election Day to help Birmingham and Jefferson County residents get to the polls for Alabamas primary.
AL.com at Monday, May 18, 2026 1:05:59 PM
Thousands Expected to Rally Today in Montgomery, Selma to Defend Black Political RepresentationBy Kim Chandler, Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Thousands of people are rallying Saturday in the cradle of the modern Civil Rights Movement to mobilize a new voting rights era as conservative states dismantle congressional districts that helped secure Black political representation.“The bottom line is we are seeing a full-fledged, coordinated attack on Black political […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:03:53 AM
One arrested after police shootout in west BirminghamPolice say they responded to a report of a suspicious person with a gun and he fired on officers as they arrived.
AL.com at Tuesday, May 19, 2026 10:06:07 AM
Chelsea City Council to discuss education, gas taxesA work session is planned for Tuesday, May 12.
280 Living at Friday, May 15, 2026 6:04:49 PM
Texas-style barbecue restaurant now open in Birmingham metro locationThe business took Food Truck of the Year” for two consecutive years from the Hueytown Chamber of Commerce.
AL.com at Monday, May 18, 2026 1:05:59 PM
Cold-blooded murder or self-defense? Trial begins in 16-year-old's Birmingham shootingChristian Cole, now 19, is charged with capital murder in the 2024 shooting death of 16-year-old Jaylin Jenkins.
AL.com at Wednesday, May 20, 2026 9:33:45 AM
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