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Birmingham Legion FC brings pro soccer to Shelby County
Birmingham Legion FC will host a special home match at Dunnavant Valley Fields, giving fans a rare opportunity to watch professional soccer in an intimate setting along the U.S. 280 corridor.
280 Living at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:04:43 AM
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Birmingham Times at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:03:53 AM
Handels MessiahThe Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Chorus perform Handel’s Messiah, a holiday tradition for Birmingham audiences and one of the most beloved works in the choral repertoire.
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 12:01:00 PM
PlanetsDaniel Cho leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in one of the most spectacular works in the orchestral repertoire: Gustav Holst’s The Planets, a seven-movement suite that travels from the driving, martial energy of “Mars” to the ethereal wordless chorus of “Neptune.” The program also features Walton’s Viola Concerto — brooding, lyrical, and among the finest […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:38 PM
English LightMolly Turner leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in an all-English program anchored by two of the repertoire’s most beloved works. Elgar’s Enigma Variations is a musical portrait gallery — fourteen variations, each a sketch of someone dear to the composer — and a major showpiece of the orchestral canon. Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:43 PM
Tropical Storm Bertha live wobble trackerTropical Storm Bertha, the second named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, is expected to bring heavy winds and rainfall as it moves along the Gulf Coast this week.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:27:05 PM
Charles Gaines, author of Birmingham-based novel Pumping Iron, dies at 84Gaines was known for his novels, award-winning documentaries and role in bringing Arnold Schwarzenegger and bodybuilding into the mainstream.
AL.com at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 7:05:16 PM
You Had Me At Hello: The Love Story of Lillian and Dick GregoryThe Birmingham Times Comedian and activist Dick Gregory was known by many not just for his comedy career spanning four decades but also for his work in the civil rights movement of the 1960s. Dick Gregory marched alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Angela Davis, Muhammad Ali, Maya Angelou, Rosa Parks and many others. He […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:03:49 AM
Alabama 3-year-old died in hot car 1 year ago; balloon release set in his memoryKettorius “KJ” Starkes Jr., 3, died July 22, 2025, in Birmingham while in the care of 55-year-old Kela Stanford, who at the time worked as a transport driver for Covenant Services Inc., which contracts with DHR.
AL.com at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 2:33:08 PM
From Line Dancing to Yoga and Chair Aerobics, Ways to Stay Active at BPLBy Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library North Birmingham Regional Library is just one of many Birmingham Public Library locations helping residents improve their health through free fitness and wellness programs. Among the opportunities available are: Slide City Chair Aerobics Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9:30–10 a.m., North Birmingham Regional Library: Since launching in February […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:03:52 AM
Airline adds nonstop flights out of Alabama for Tennessee, LSU football gamesUnited Airlines will offer special nonstop flights from Birmingham to Knoxville and Baton Rouge for major games.
AL.com at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:32:43 AM
Summer months peak intake for Shelby HumaneIt is the peak season for animal surrenders, according to Shelby Humane.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 5:56:45 PM
Sleigh Bells & Symphony: A Holiday ClassicThere’s something about hearing the classics played live that makes the season feel real. Sleigh Bells & Symphony: A Holiday Classic is the Alabama Symphony Orchestra’s gift to families — an evening of beloved holiday music performed live, featuring Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Sleigh Ride, and so much more, with a very special […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 11:30:27 AM
Alabama Power testing out unmanned droneAlabama Power is testing out an unmanned drone to see how technology can improve reliability across the state.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 20, 2026 8:37:41 PM
KidsXpress Urgent Care coming to US 280KidsXpress Urgent Care plans to open in late July in the Lee Branch area, offering pediatric urgent care for patients from birth through age 21.
280 Living at Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:04:34 AM
Chilton County families say they have been without running water for nearly a monthWILTON, Ala. (WIAT) -- A group of residents in the Shelby County town of Wilton say they haven't had running water in almost a month. Wilton officials say water leaks are causing the issue, but they haven't given details on when they will be fixed. Claudia Perez, a mother of four, says her home lost [...]...
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 7:30:04 PM
Ellison Financial Group at home on 280 corridorEllison Financial Group and Ellison & Ellison P.C. have grown with the 280 corridor while offering integrated CPA and financial planning services.
280 Living at Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:04:34 AM
Run for the Wall motorcyclists stopped in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to honor veteransA convoy of more than 300 veteran motorcyclists, active-duty military and patriotic supporters arrived at the Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center on May 19 as part of the annual Run for the Wall (RFTW) event. The 10-day event started in Ontario, California, and riders took different routes across the country (including the Central, Southern, Midway [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, July 20, 2026 11:04:31 AM
Pynk Beard Talks About His Birmingham Roots as He Prepares to Take Americas Got Talent Stage for By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For nearly 20 years, Sebastian “Pynk Beard” Kole avoided auditioning for television shows. After an unsuccessful audition years ago, the Birmingham-raised singer-songwriter decided he would not put himself through that experience again. But when an opportunity to audition for NBCs “Americas Got Talent” came around, he decided it […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, July 23, 2026 3:03:41 AM
Odenville woman says yard next to hers is attracting rats and snakesODENVILLE, Ala. (WIAT) -- One Odenville woman says an abandoned home next to her property is causing major problems for her neighborhood. Terri Martin has lived on her street for years. She said her neighbors died last year, and since then their home has been abandoned. She said the grass has become overgrown, creating problems [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Friday, July 17, 2026 10:51:42 PM
Birmingham mother killed in Irondale double homicide to be remembered at candlelight vigilAlexis Josephine Coates, described by those who knew her as a loving and caring person who was devoted to her son, was one of two people fatally shot July 12 at the home on Stone Wall Drive.
AL.com at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:32:49 PM
Cave to PalaceThe Alabama Symphony Orchestra performs one of Beethoven’s most underappreciated symphonies — the Fourth, a work of wit, elegance, and surprising emotional depth that often gets overshadowed by its more famous neighbors. The program opens with Mendelssohn’s The Hebrides Overture, a vivid tonal portrait of the Scottish coastline and among the finest examples of musical […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:42 PM
Storytelling for CaregiversJoin UAB Arts in Medicine to explore storytelling and writing as tools for connection, reflection, and well-being among caregivers, health professionals, and those who support others. Salaam Green, Artist in Residence at The Threshold Center and Birminghams Inaugural Poet Laureate (2024–2025), will discuss Story Share, a community storytelling initiative that highlights the often unseen?experiences of […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:30:27 PM
Exploring Art Therapy with Valerie Hanks, MAAT, ATRJoin us for an informative and experiential session with art therapist Valerie Hanks. Through the creative process, participants will engage in a guided art directive designed to foster self-awareness, encourage reflection, and explore personal strengths and experiences through visual expression. Using whatever art materials are available, participants will create a visual reflection and have the […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:30:24 PM
SevenDaniel Cho leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in a program unified — perhaps not so subtly — by the number seven. The evening opens with Arturo Márquez’s Danzón No. 7, a propulsive, dance-driven work rooted in Cuban and Mexican traditions. Mahler’s Blumine follows — a tender, rarely heard movement originally intended for his First Symphony […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:40 PM
3 killed in Chilton County crashThree people were killed in a Chilton County crash Monday morning, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 5:22:16 PM
Pinson Council holds 1st reading for moratorium on data centersPinson may join other communities in Alabama in imposing a moratorium on data centers for the time being.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:36:08 AM
Parrots & Palms: Tropical RockTime to celebrate the vibe, the breeze and the legendary tropical songs of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys and more. Classic, sun-soaked stories and timeless hits are brought to life by celebrated vocalists and the Symphony. Sing along to “Come Monday,” “Fins,”“Under the Boardwalk,” “Kokomo,” “Dont Worry, Be Happy,” “Its Five […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 12:00:54 PM
The Emperor & the RevolutionaryWelcoming back Birmingham’s favorite pianist, Joyce Yang, to the stage with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra for a season finale led by Resident Conductor Christopher Confessore, pairing two of music’s most commanding works. Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto — the “Emperor” — is a monument of the concerto repertoire, opening with a cadenza of almost shocking boldness […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:37 PM
Birmingham Does BroadwayBroadway comes to Birmingham as the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Christopher Confessore, brings the magic of the Great White Way to life in one unforgettable night. Birmingham Does Broadway spans the full sweep of musical theater — from the sweeping romance of Rodgers & Hammerstein and the wit of Stephen Sondheim to the spectacle […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 12:00:58 PM
Families Reminded to Stock Up on School Supplies During Alabamas Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidayalabama.gov MONTGOMERY – Alabamians are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming school year during the states annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, when certain school supplies and related items are free of state sales tax through Sunday, July 19. “Quality education is essential to continuing the historic momentum that Alabama is experiencing,” said Governor Kay Ivey. […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:03:50 AM
2 men charged in Birmingham narcotics investigationTwo men were arrested Saturday following a Birmingham narcotics investigation.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, July 20, 2026 8:04:04 PM
Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama seeks to inspire a new generation of thinkers and inThe official opening in May of the Challenger Learning Center of Northeast Alabama was a moment to celebrate. With about 800 in attendance, the ceremony at the new center in Rainbow City culminated a remarkable four-year effort by dedicated educators, professionals, public officials, private supporters and other community stakeholders to make the center a reality. [...]...
Alabama Power at Sunday, July 19, 2026 6:04:38 PM
New Years Eve: A Viennese CelebrationChristopher Confessore leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in its annual Viennese New Years Concert — a beloved tradition that fills Jemison Hall with the effervescent spirit of Old World Europe on the last night of the year. The program features the graceful waltzes of Johann Strauss Jr., the rousing polkas of his family, and other […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 11:30:26 AM
ArtPlay After HoursJoin us for ArtPlay After Hours, an ongoing members-exclusive series. This special event will feature a guided tour of the historic ArtPlay House, beautifully decorated for the holidays, offering guests the opportunity to explore its unique spaces and capture memorable photos throughout the 130-year-old landmark. Additional details will be shared soon. Become an Arts Member today […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1:30:27 PM
Former Alabama officer convicted in DUI bench trialA former Huntsville Police Officer has been convicted on a DUI charge after a 2025 wreck.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 10:43:45 AM
Moody receives $328K grant for street resurfacingThe City of Moody will receive more than $328,000 in funding from the state for street resurfacing as part of the latest bout of Rebuild America grants announced by Gov. Kay Ivey Thursday, July 16.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:39:20 AM
Seven-year-old Birmingham brewery starts fundraiser to stay openTrue Story Brewing Co. launched a fundraiser seeking community support to help it stay open amid financial challenges.
AL.com at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 5:05:08 PM
Auburn transfer QB Byrum Brown ready for leap to SECByrum Brown started 30 games over the last three seasons under head coach Alex Golesh at South Florida. That is a lot of experience, but it is not quite SEC experience.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:24:06 PM
Tarrant Mayor Tracie Threadford is Striving to Be the Change She Wants to SeeBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Tracie Threadford didnt grow up dreaming of a career in politics. Even now as the mayor of the City of Tarrant, a town of about 6,000 just north of Birmingham, Threadford still doesnt consider herself a politician. “I never saw myself here. This is definitely from the […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, July 23, 2026 3:03:40 AM
Greensboro Police Department searching for suspectGREENSBORO, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Greensboro Police Department is searching for a suspect who they say is wanted for rape and assault. According to the Greensboro Police Department, 33-year-old Colby Raybon Peebles may be traveling in a 2016 Dodge Ram with the plate 3C010XX. Peebles is about 5'9, and he is bald with blue eyes. [...]...
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 10:34:38 PM
The Birmingham Times Wins 10 Awards in Alabama Press Association ContestThe Birmingham Times The Birmingham Times Media Group captured five first-place prizes in the 2026 Alabama Press Association (APA) Media Awards competition, including Best Local Economic Coverage, Best Feature Story Coverage, and Best News Photo. The Times also won second-place awards in five other categories. First-place awards in many categories and divisions were presented at […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 1:03:54 AM
Convicted killer now charged in deadly shooting at east Birmingham apartment complexAndell Daniel, 31, is charged with capital murder in the June 24 slaying 25-year-old Marcus Anthony Seawright Jr. during an argument at Monarch Ridge apartments, formerly known as Valley Brook Apartments.
AL.com at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:05:02 PM
Oak Mountain program explores the importance of clean waterFamilies can learn how water shapes the environment and discover simple ways to protect one of Earth's most important natural resources during an interactive program at Oak Mountain State Park.
280 Living at Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:04:34 AM
How a young Alabama man has become a leading — and booming — opera voiceNicholas Brownlee had just fallen in love with opera and was eager to see if his emerging bass-baritone voice could handle Richard Wagners music. It did not go well.
CBS42 - TV at Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:48:05 AM
Wang & TrionfoAs part of the Young Concert Artists on Tour program, internationally acclaimed accordionist Hanzhi Wang and flutist Anthony Trionfo will present a special performance in The Kirklin Clinic Atrium. This partnership with the Alys Stephens Center brings extraordinary emerging artists into healthcare settings, creating moments of beauty, connection, and respite for patients, families, visitors, and […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 10:00:45 AM
Zach Cornell, Rylie Jeffries of 'Big Brother' enjoying Boom BallTwo Big Brother 27 contestants are enjoying themselves in a different type of show in 2026.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:59:46 PM
American GroundChristopher Confessore leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in a program devoted entirely to American voices. Copland’s Appalachian Spring is the cornerstone of the evening — a ballet score that has come to sound like the American landscape itself: open and unhurried, rooted in Shaker melodies. Florence Price’s Dances in the Canebrakes brings a different American […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:41 PM
Artist Workforce Development in Arts and HealthJoin us for an illuminating discussion about the evolving role of professional artists in health settings. Dr. Sarah Hoover, Associate Dean for Innovation in the Arts and Health of Peabody Conservatory at Johns Hopkins University, and Elke Downer, Senior Manager at JoyRx Music of the Childrens Cancer Association will share insights and outcomes from their […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:30:25 PM
Thief, Poet, & SongsWith special guest pianist Dina Kasman, Christopher Confessore leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in a program that moves from Rossini’s brilliant comic overture (La gazza ladra) to one of the most beloved piano concertos ever written. Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 opens with one of classical music’s most recognizable melodies and builds to a sweeping […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:46 PM
Chelsea Farmers Market wraps up season with End-of-Summer SmashThe final Chelsea Farmers Market of the season will feature live music, local vendors, a petting zoo and family activities at a new location in Melrose Park.
280 Living at Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:04:34 AM
LevityWith violin virtuoso Tessa Lark as our guest, Daniel Cho leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in a program that balances celebration with substance. Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst opens with a burst of energy — a short, propulsive work that has become one of the most-performed pieces by a living American composer. Lark then takes center stage […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:44 PM
One of Worlds Biggest Action Sports Festivals Coming to BirminghamBy Hunter Williams Shanghai. Montpellier. Budapest. Hiroshima. Birmingham. Read that list again. That’s not a typo — that’s the 2026 stop list for the FISE World Series, one of the largest action sports festivals on Earth, and this August, our city joins it. Birmingham is the only U.S. stop on the entire tour. I’ve sat … Continue reading One of World’s Biggest Action Sports Festivals Coming to Birmingham →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 8:30:55 AM
Becoming Ourselves through Story, Play, and Performance Across the LifespanCreativity is more than self-expression—it is a fundamental part of human development. Join?Dr. Thalia Goldstein, Director of the Applied Developmental Psychology program at?George Mason University,?and?Dr. Megan Lewis, Chair?of the?Department of Theatre?at the?University of Alabama at Birmingham?(UAB),?for a conversation?exploring how storytelling, play, and performance shape identity, foster empathy, strengthen relationships, and support growth across the lifespan. […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:30:26 PM
Hundreds of Youth, Their Families Attend Annual Restore Games in BirminghamCompiled From Wire Reports Restore Games 2026 was more than an event — it was a movement. Hundreds of young people and families came together at Birmingham’s Boutwell Auditorium for a day filled with sports, entertainment, career exploration, community resources, mentorship, and meaningful connections. From exciting competitions and live demonstrations to valuable conversations with community […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 11:02:51 AM
Terri Sewell joins national effort for a data center moratorium. What would bill do?Large data center projects are underway in Birmingham, Huntsville and Montgomery.
AL.com at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 7:05:16 PM
After Dark: A Symphony of ShiversGet ready for a night of thrills and chills as the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Christopher Confessore, brings the dark and dramatic to life. From the haunting halls of Harry Potter and Wicked to the spine-tingling suspense of Psycho and Ghostbusters, plus classical favorites like Night on Bald Mountain and Danse Macabre, this symphony […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 22, 2026 12:00:59 PM
RequiemMing Luke conducts the Alabama Symphony Orchestra in one of classical music’s most enduring and mysterious works: Mozart’s Requiem, left unfinished at the composer’s death and completed by his student Franz Süssmayr. Joining the orchestra are soprano Sarah Tucker, mezzo-soprano Alexis Davis-Hazell, tenor Brian Skoog, and bass-baritone Doug Williams. The program opens with Schubert’s Symphony […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:45 PM
RiversMozart specialist Evren Ozel joins the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, led by Kensho Watanabe, in a program inspired by Europe’s rivers. Schumann’s Third Symphony — the “Rhenish” — was inspired by the Rhine and captures both the grandeur of the river landscape and the warmth of the Rhineland communities along its banks; it remains one of […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 4:00:39 PM
St. Clair County BOE to consider renaming Moody Junior High SchoolThe St. Clair County Board of Education will consider renaming Moody Junior High School at a meeting on Tuesday at 6 p.m.
CBS 42 at Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:09:21 PM
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