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By Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times ENJOY THE FAMILY AND FUN OF THE SEASON! THURSDAY, JULY 2 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **IRONDALE RED, WHITE & WOOF, 5-7 p.m. at Tails by the Rails at Ellard Park Dog Park. Enjoy a Free hot dog and let […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 4:02:30 AM
Valley Post restaurants close less than six months after openingAll four Valley Post restaurants in Chelsea have closed less than six months after opening as the Pihakis Restaurant Group faces lawsuits and millions in liens.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
1 dead in Alabama house fire, coroner saysLimestone County Coroner Mike West said someone was found dead in a house fire early Saturday.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 2:23:01 PM
City Council Approves $615M FY2027 Budget Presented By Birmingham Mayor WoodfinThe Birmingham Times The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday approved a $615 million Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget recommended by Mayor Randall L. Woodfin that focuses on investments in neighborhoods, youth, public safety, public transportation, homelessness services, and the municipal workforce. “I want to thank the Birmingham City Council for their vote in support of […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:02:36 AM
Pinson Council approves city communication appThe Pinson City Council recently approved incorporating an app by CivicPlus that sends notifications on various happenings to citizens.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 9:23:07 AM
Sweet Home 250 celebration brings music, history and fireworks to American VillageA two-day festival marking America's 250th birthday will feature nationally known performers, historical reenactments, children's activities, food competitions and one of Alabama's largest patriotic celebrations.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 3:03:12 AM
280 corridor events guide: July 2026See what's happening along the 280 corridor in July.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 2:03:10 AM
Broad Metro developer to present tax incentive plan for Stadium Trace Village on MondayThe proposed incentives would be for phases two and three of the development.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
Thunder on the Mountain returns with Alabama's largest Fourth of July fireworks showMore than 2,500 fireworks synchronized to patriotic music will light the skies above Birmingham during the annual Independence Day tradition.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 3:03:12 AM
First-Ever Freedom Fest brings crowds to Gadsden despite rainy startGADSDEN, Ala. (WIAT) -- A rainy start didnt dampen spirits as the first ever Freedom Fest kicked off Friday in Gadsden, bringing residents together to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend and the nations upcoming 250th anniversary. The festival began with scattered rain showers, but once the weather cleared, crowds gathered along the Coosa River [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, July 3, 2026 9:59:25 PM
2026 Arts Block Party feat. Terrance Simien & The Zydeco ExperienceMark your calendar for September 18 at 5 p.m. and join us for the biggest arts celebration of the season! The UAB Center for the Arts Block Party is a free, family-friendly evening filled with music, art, food, and fun for all ages. Enjoy local food trucks, creative vendors, live DJ music, giveaways, and interactive experiences throughout the evening. The galleries […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:30:32 PM
Birmingham Black Nurses Association, Childrens of Alabama Help Next Generation Envision a Future inBy Mia Watkins | For The Birmingham Times A group of middle school students left the 2026 Summer Nurse Camp at Childrens of Alabama with greater clarity about their future careers and with medical skills they can use immediately. “Everything about it was just so fun,” said 13-year-old Aubree Jones, a student at Phillips Academy. […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:25 AM
Schumacher, Crumpton win Miss Hoover, Miss Hoover's Teen 2027Julia Schumacher is a University of Alabama student from Minnesota, and Cambree Crumpton is a Chilton County High School student from Clanton.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
Thunder on the Mountain Returns to Vulcan Park & Museum on Saturdayvisitvulcan.com Thunder on the Mountain, Alabamas most spectacular and largest Fourth of July fireworks show, returns to Red Mountain on Saturday. Vulcan Park & Museum invites the community to experience this annual tradition as the citys sky lights up in celebration of the nations 250th birthday. At approximately 9 p.m., Pyro Shows of Alabama will […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 4:02:23 AM
2 killed in Tuscaloosa County fire over 4th of July weekendTwo people were killed in a Tuscaloosa County fire Friday night.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 2:09:54 PM
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office expanding Project Lifesaver program after receiving grantThe Alzheimer's Foundation of America has awarded a grant funding to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office in Birmingham to expand its Project Lifesaver program.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 11:03:43 AM
D-BAT Oak Mountain opens indoor baseball and softball training facilityD-BAT Oak Mountain has opened on Cahaba Valley Road, offering indoor baseball and softball training, batting cages, lessons, camps and clinics.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 3:03:12 AM
Editor's Note: July 2026Kyle Parmley reflects on celebrating Independence Day, the nations 250th anniversary and the freedoms worth appreciating this July.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 5:32:52 PM
Stand-up guy: Inverness dad follows comedy dreamsInverness comedian Vince Fabra is pursuing stand-up, speaking gigs and teaching after leaving corporate work behind.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
As the Nation Turns 250, a New Art Exhibition at BCRI Asks, Is This America?By Shauna Stuart | The Birmingham Times A new art exhibition at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute examines the past and future of America as the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary. Artist Willie Williams had a lot of questions during the 2024 presidential election. He noticed the tense moments and eyebrow-raising comments, including when then-candidate […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 5:02:30 AM
Teen killed, 2 children injured in Blount County crashA 17-year-old person was killed in a Blount County crash Friday evening, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 12:13:41 PM
Blind chocolate taste test challenges sweet tooth at Mt Laurel LibraryAdults can put their taste buds to the test by identifying popular chocolate bars during a blindfolded tasting experience.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 2:03:10 AM
Step Afrika!Feel the rhythm and experience the energy of Step Afrika! live in Birmingham, AL, the worlds first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping, a powerful form of percussive dance rooted in African American culture. Blending dance, storytelling, humor, and audience participation, Step Afrika! transforms the stage into a vibrant celebration of rhythm, movement, and culture — keeping Birmingham audiences engaged […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:30:34 PM
Beltone Hearing Foundation donates new hearing aids for Pinson residentJimmy Holbrooks was seated across the desk of a provider at Beltone Hearing Care in Trussville while she unfolded a laptop and played a movie clip to test the new pair of hearings that he had just been fitted with.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 11:32:16 AM
Nurture, Inc., Negro Southern League Museum Look to Preserve History While Healing the Communitybirminghamal.gov The Negro Southern League Museum (NSLM), in partnership with Nurture, Inc., is launching a series of community health and wellness events designed to support mental, emotional, and physical well-being throughout Birmingham. Josh Gibson, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Negro Leagues history, died at just 35 years old from a stroke. […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:40 AM
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Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:30 AM
Man shot dead inside east Birmingham home; investigation ongoinghomicide...
AL.com at Saturday, July 4, 2026 5:04:08 AM
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Alabama Power at Saturday, July 4, 2026 1:03:47 AM
Aritzia and PopUp Bagels set to debut at The SummitAritzia and PopUp Bagels are expected to open their first Alabama locations at The Summit later this summer.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:03:16 AM
Alabama-based country artist Erica Ryleigh releases new albumBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Alabama-based singer and songwriter Erica Ryleigh describes her music as unfiltered, lovesick and gritty. Her new album, Are You Listening, Do You Love Me?, was released June 18. An album release party was held June 19 at Elysian Gardens. I've had an idea for an album probably since I've started doing [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 2:50:14 PM
North Shelby Library plans patriotic party celebrating America's 250th birthdayFamilies can enjoy games, crafts and Kona Ice during a special Independence-themed celebration at the library.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
Listen Up Coffee Cocktails Food and Music at High Dive HiFi Lounge in Lakeview. Displayed prominently on the High Dive menu aew some words to the…
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B-Metro at Friday, July 3, 2026 7:32:29 AM
A Foreign Company Wants a 79-Acre AI Factory in Your Neighborhood. Speak Up June 9thBy Allison Black Cornelius A foreign-owned tech company wants to build a massive 79-acre AI Mega Factory in Oxmoor Valley that consumes as much electricity as 200,000 homes and requires enormous water resources in a county that has suffered drought conditions in 17 of the last 20 years. They want to put it right in … Continue reading A Foreign Company Wants a 79-Acre AI Factory in Your Neighborhood. Speak Up June 9th →...
Comeback Town at Friday, July 3, 2026 5:01:49 PM
Alabama gaming business making a big splash in the hobby industryOne of the most popular gaming businesses in north Alabama is Mastermind Gaming.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 2:25:20 PM
Chelsea Planning Commission OKs plans for Valvoline oil change centerThe facility will be at 175 Shelby County 39 near the road's intersection with U.S. 280.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
81-year-old man killed in Tuscaloosa County crashTUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- An 81-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Saturday morning in Tuscaloosa County. Roy Giles, of Northport, was injured when the motorcycle he was driving struck the rear of the Ford F-250 pickup truck around 10: 32 a.m. Giles was transported to DCH Regional Medical Center, where he was [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, July 2, 2026 12:34:26 PM
The American Eras Parade on News 19 from downtown HuntsvilleHuntsville is celebrating America's 250th in a BIG way downtown, and News 19 will have coverage of all the action right here.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 4:16:16 PM
You Had Me At Hello: Love Lessons from Barack and Michelle ObamaThe Birmingham Times Former first lady Michelle Obama delivered a loving and heartfelt tribute to her husband on Thursday at the Obama Presidential Centers grand opening ceremony in Chicago. Her words brought President Barack Obama to tears. “You told me all those years ago that you couldn’t promise me the world, but you could promise […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:41 AM
Tuscaloosa mother charged with child abuse after death of 9-month-old son, additional charges possibTUSCALOOSA, Ala (WIAT) – Autopsy results from a 9-month-old baby boy could help investigators build a murder case against the childs mother. Tuesday afternoon, 29-year-old JaKeisa Knox came home from work and found her 9-month-child unresponsive. Knox called 9-1-1. At 4 p.m., first responders arrived at Aspen Village Apartments, put the baby in an ambulance [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 9:36:27 PM
Practice Works opens third Birmingham-area location on U.S. 280Practice Works has opened a new coworking and office space location on U.S. 280, offering workspace for therapists, wellness professionals and other practitioners.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
No-phone, modest-dress Villaggio Colafrancesco on US 280 draws crowds for 4 years runningVillaggio Colafrancesco on U.S. 280 continues to draw crowds with its no-phone policy, modest-dress code, Italian coffee, gelato and slower way of life.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:03:16 AM
Chelsea Public Library wraps up Summer Reading Program with dinosaur-themed celebrationReaders who complete the library's Summer Reading Program can celebrate with fossils, dinosaur activities and themed snacks.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:03:40 PM
The City of Birmingham to Activate Multiple Cooling Stations During Extreme Heatbirminghamal.gov As temperatures continually rise, the City of Birmingham is partnering with community organizations, libraries, recreation centers, and service providers to offer cooling stations throughout the city for residents seeking relief from extreme heat. Cooling stations will be activated whenever temperatures reach 95 degrees or higher, including the heat index or “feels like” temperature. These locations provide air-conditioned spaces […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:42 AM
Were Us. Were the Same Us That We Were 50 Years Ago.A note from the editor: Alexis and Robert Lee were first featured in You Had Me at Hello in February 2021. Now that the Lees are celebrating 50 years of marriage, we checked in to learn more about their secret to long-lasting love. By Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times Alexis & Robert Lee […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:02:35 AM
Countdown to kickoff: 50 days until high school football seasonThe high school football season begins in a few weeks.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
Explore Oak Mountain after dark during Nature at Night programFamilies can discover nocturnal wildlife and learn how the park comes alive after sunset during a guided evening adventure.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:03:16 AM
Ampersandwich opening 2nd location in downtown BirminghamAmpersandwich, a sandwich shop located in Birmingham's Avondale neighborhood, is opening a second location in downtown Birmingham.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 10:32:51 PM
Northbound lanes closed at section of Interstate 59 in Tuscaloosa County closed for undetermined amoTUSCALOOSA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) -- The northbound lanes of Interstate 59 between Exit 89 and Exit 97 in Tuscaloosa County will be closed for an undetermined amount of time Wednesday evening, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. ALEA stated that the closure is due to clean up efforts after hazardous materials were released from [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 10:13:01 PM
Scorching Heat, Evening Storms, and the 4th of July Weekend ForecastCBS 42 Weather Live Channel: Heat Advisory Through Saturday 9 PM 4th of July Weekend: The ridge of high pressure will weaken across the Mid-Atlantic States this weekend. Alabama will remain on the southern edge of the high pressure, allowing for more afternoon and evening thunderstorms with gusty winds, heavy rain, and lightning. The storms [...]...
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 6:15:00 AM
Man found fatally shot in Birmingham over 4th of July weekendA man was found fatally shot inside a Birmingham residence early Saturday morning.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 9:51:55 AM
Medical cannabis dispensary under construction on US 280GP6 Wellness is building one of Birmingham's first medical cannabis dispensaries on Cahaba Park Circle as Alabama prepares to launch medical cannabis sales.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
Weve Been Called to Build Something: In the Fight Against Redistricting, Political Activist Dee RBy Shauna Stuart | The Birmingham Times Deanna “Dee” Reed had a lot on her mind on May 8. That morning, the political consultant and organizer for Black Voters Matter gathered outside of the Alabama State Capitol with politicians, faith leaders, fellow activists and community members to protest the special legislative session Gov. Kay Ivey […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:28 AM
Hoover chamber gives out 2026 public safety awardsThe chamber recognized top employees from the Hoover police, fire and 911 departments.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 5:03:19 AM
2 charged with capital murder in Center Point shootingTwo men have been charged with capital murder in connection to a shooting that happened in Center Point in June.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 1, 2026 5:26:53 PM
Finding the Story: How JeDon Holloway-Talley Turned Her Lifelong Love of Writing into a Life of PurBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Long before she became an award-winning journalist, before she penned nationally recognized screenplays or chronicled Birmingham’s most compelling stories, Je’Don Holloway-Talley was a little girl in Southern California who simply couldn’t stop writing. While her classmates wrote a few sentences during journal time, Je’Don filled pages. When the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 5:02:24 AM
Chelsea Farmers Market offers local produce, baked goods and handmade productsShoppers can browse fresh seasonal produce and handcrafted goods while supporting area farmers, artisans and small businesses at the weekly market.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 11:03:33 PM
Search and recovery operation underway in east Alabama following boat crashAgencies started assisting with search and recovery operations after a boater went missing in Lake Wedowee on Friday, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 4, 2026 9:36:17 AM
280 corridor open houses July 4-5Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 10:03:16 AM
$28 million more in incentives proposed for Stadium Trace VillageThe incentive package includes $4 million in upfront money and up to $24 million in rebates of sales and lodging taxes and construction permit fees.
280 Living at Saturday, July 4, 2026 5:03:19 AM
Matcha Mondays Debuts with Conversations on Community, Culture and an Intimate Performance by CaseBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times A new monthly conversation series made its Birmingham debut Monday evening, bringing together community leaders, local entrepreneurs and music lovers for an event centered on conversation, culture and connection. Hosted by award-winning journalist Nicole Sadé and curated by Kendra Woodfin, Matcha Mondays — presented by Alicia’s Coffee and […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 4, 2026 7:02:35 AM
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