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Alabama airports recover after nationwide ground stop, while some Birmingham delays linger
Alabama airports are recovering after Fridays nationwide ground stop, but delays and cancellations could continue for Birmingham travelers.
AL.com at Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:03:47 PM
Playoff Football Preview: Lions, Jags play region foesBriarwood and Spain Park take on region opponents in the second round of the playoffs.
280 Living at Sunday, November 15, 2026 5:02:40 AM
City of Birmingham Establishes Standards for Public Camping While Outlining Outreach, Notificationcityofbirmingham.org The City of Birmingham has approved a Public Camping Ordinance establishing citywide standards prohibiting unauthorized camping and encampments on publicly owned property. The ordinance addresses concerns surrounding public health and sanitation, public safety, access to shared public spaces, and the protection of critical infrastructure, including bridges and viaducts. “Every resident deserves safe, accessible public spaces, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:02:49 AM
Hoover honors city veterans with 2026 'Salute to Service'More than 200 people showed up for a ceremony at the Finley Center at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Never Too Late: Building the Housing Authority (HABD) of Birmingham RebrandBy Sym Posey | For The Birmingham Times Since 1935, the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District has been committed to providing affordable housing to Birmingham residents. Now known as Birmingham Housing, the organizations new name signals a new focus. Birmingham Housing is embracing a holistic approach that supports a pathway to economic freedom, provides […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:01:54 AM
Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign ProvidBirmingham City Schools Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) recently announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court and digital wellness programming to Birmingham City Schools. “The new fitness court represents an investment in the health, wellness, and future of our scholars at A.H. Parker […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 1:01:50 AM
Birmingham Celebrates Those Who Served With Oldest Veterans Day Parade in AmericaCompiled From Wire Reports Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Birmingham Wednesday for the 79th annual National Veterans Day Parade. The yearly event honors the men and women who have served their country in the U.S. military. The parade is the oldest of its kind in the nation, a tradition that began in Birmingham in […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:02:01 AM
The Change From HABD to Birmingham Housing: A 90-Year Legacy Enters a New ChapterBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For nearly a century, the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District has been part of the landscape of Birmingham, providing affordable housing to generations of residents and helping shape the communities they call home. Now, as the organization approaches its next chapter, it is preparing to leave behind […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:02:39 AM
We Deserve It: In Birmingham, Black Farmers Open Fountain Heights First Grocery Store in 70 yearsBy Shauna Stuart | For the Birmingham Times For the first time in nearly 70 years, Birminghams Fountain Heights neighborhood has a grocery store of its own. The Fountain Heights Farms Cooperative, a Black-owned urban farm and food sovereignty collective founded in 2016 by M. Dominique Villanueva and Christopher Gooden, hosted the grand opening of […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:01:51 AM
Briarwood tops Oak Mountain under the lights in outdoor volleyball showcaseBriarwood Christian School volleyball coach Chris Camper and many others spent two hours in the Monday afternoon sun piecing a volleyball court back together.
280 Living at Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:02:49 PM
August Wilsons Fences at Alabama Shakespeare Festival Reflects a Real Alabama Storycityofbirmingham.org As Alabama Shakespeare Festival brings August Wilsons Fences to the stage, audiences are seeing more than a celebrated American drama. The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play follows Troy Maxson, a former Negro League baseball player whose dreams of reaching the Major Leagues were denied by the racial barriers of his era. That storyline […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 3:01:46 AM
Abandoned Birmingham church near homeless shelters faces demolition after repeated firesChurch officials suggest the fires may be linked to people seeking shelter.
AL.com at Friday, November 13, 2026 6:05:03 AM
Scarecrows in the Park returns to Pelham City ParkPelham City Park will fill with creative scarecrow displays made by residents, families, businesses and community groups during the sixth annual Scarecrows in the Park.
280 Living at Sunday, November 15, 2026 5:02:40 AM
AVRC growing network of support for Alabama veteransThe Alabama Veterans Resource Center (AVRC) opened early in 2026 as a “one-stop shop” for Armed Forces veterans and their families who need help in accessing services and resources available to them. In less than 10 months, AVRC has served more than 1,500 veterans and family members. Alexandria Karagas, executive director, Alabama Veterans Resource [...]...
Alabama Power at Tuesday, November 10, 2026 3:05:25 PM
Bethea takes reins of Chelsea girls basketball programChelsea High School has named Bria Bethea head coach of its girls basketball program, which has reached the state final four two years in a row.
280 Living at Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:02:49 PM
280 corridor business happenings: November 2026See the latest in the 280 corridor business community.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 6:04:31 AM
Asbury UMC buying former Leeds church property for community missions hubAsbury United Methodist Church is partnering with Grace Klein Community to transform a former Leeds church into The Village, a community missions hub providing food, clothing and essential resources to families in need.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
3 firefighters, 2 others sent to hospital after Birmingham intersection crashA Birmingham Fire and Rescue unit transporting a patient collided with an SUV Friday, sending three firefighters and two others to the hospital.
AL.com at Friday, November 13, 2026 7:31:55 AM
Birmingham Mayor: One Plus One Still Equals TwoBy Randall Woodfin A little more than 10 years ago, I announced my first run for mayor. As that anniversary passed, I’ve been thinking about how much our society has changed since then. Back then, if I had told the people of Birmingham that one plus one equals two, I believe every person listening would … Continue reading Birmingham Mayor: ‘One Plus One Still Equals Two’ →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:01:16 AM
Comeback Town: Multimillion-dollar Birmingham project nobody seems to know about?As of this writing, I havent independently verified the approximate 100-person figure, found a confirmed address for the temporary office, or learned the location and timing of a permanent facility.
AL.com at Sunday, November 15, 2026 8:32:05 AM
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Update: Week 10Alabama upends LSU in Baton Rouge to keep the Crimson Tides playoff hopes alive. Meanwhile, Auburn improves to 5-4 with a win against Arkansas. The Next Round Guys look back on a big weekend in college football. The Next Round is hosted by Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown and Lance Taylor, and can be watched on [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, November 9, 2026 4:03:07 PM
280 corridor open houses November 14-15Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Briarwood's Hale wins state title; Oak Mountain girls finish thirdThe state meet was Saturday in Moulton.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Hoover council to consider new private K-8 school on Alabama 119Trinity Presbyterian Church is seeking approval to operate a K-8 school with fewer than 100 people.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 6:04:31 AM
Birmingham wine bar closing permanentlyThere were hopes to try and recreate the Mountain Brook location at the wine garden, but that proved impossible.
AL.com at Thursday, November 12, 2026 5:03:21 PM
Spectrum and The HISTORY Channel Bring Take a Veteran to School Day to Pleasant Grove ElementarySpecial to The Times Last week Spectrum hosted Take a Veteran to School Day at Pleasant Grove Elementary School. Take a Veteran to School Day is The HISTORY Channels popular public affairs outreach program, connecting veterans from all walks of life with students in schools and communities nationwide. In 2026, schools nationwide are participating. As […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:02:49 AM
Alabama Power Service Organization golf tournament raises $100,000 for Angel tree giftsFor 35 years, the Angel Tree Golf Tournament has brought together Alabama Power and Southern Company employees around a shared purpose: helping make Christmas brighter for children and families across central Alabama. This years event continued that tradition in a major way, raising $100,000 for Salvation Army Angel Tree gifts. The 35th annual Magic [...]...
Alabama Power at Tuesday, November 3, 2026 2:04:09 PM
UAB ArtPlay Presents: Vocabby™ MeasurementBeep! Beep! “Vocabby likes to measure things and make labels!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, November 6, 2026 3:00:39 PM
Miles College, Caring for Others Open Ray of Hope Career Closet for Students SuccessBy Dr. Jarralynne Agee | Miles College FAIRFIELD — Miles College recently opened the Ray of Hope Career Closet. The closet is a partnership with Caring For Others, Inc., a nonprofit based in Atlanta, that provides students with brand-new professional and business-casual clothing at no cost. More than 100 students and community members attended the grand […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 1:01:48 AM
The Sacred Ordinary Uses Public Art to Keep Birminghams Civil Rights History AliveBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Birminghams civil rights history is etched into its streets, buildings and public spaces. But as generations of movement foot soldiers pass away and the preservation of historical memory faces new challenges, a local art project is asking residents to consider what happens when the responsibility of remembering falls […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 9:01:59 AM
Oak Mountain program traces William Bartram's Alabama journeyOak Mountain State Park will host a program exploring naturalist William Bartram's 1775 travels through Alabama and his contributions to science, art and literature.
280 Living at Sunday, November 15, 2026 5:02:40 AM
“Our students have the talent, intelligence, and ambition to compete anywhere.”DR. BOBBIE KNIGHT, PRESIDENT OF MILES COLLEGE, DISCUSSING THE OPENING OF THE RAY OF HOPE CAREER CLOSET, THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES, NOVEMBER 12.
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:02:12 AM
UAB ArtPlay Presents: Vocabby™ Down by the PondBeep! Beep! “Vocabby takes a trip to the pond!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00:36 PM
Phaedra Manuel of Hoover Crowned Miss University of Alabama Birmingham 2027By Shannon Thomason | UAB News Phaedra Manuel is the new Miss University of Alabama at BirminghamPhaedra Manuel is the new Miss University of Alabama at Birmingham. Manuel was crowned Sunday, Nov. 8, during the Miss UAB Scholarship Competition, an official preliminary to the Miss Alabama and Miss America. She will represent UAB at the state […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 11:01:54 PM
A Southern Christmas Bazaar returns to Pelham Civic ComplexThe Rotary Club of Alabaster-Pelham will bring artisans and merchants from across the Southeast together for a day of holiday shopping benefiting Shelby County nonprofits.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Birmingham City Schools Celebrates Raising State Report Card Score to a Record 79Birmingham City Schools Scholars in Birmingham City Schools showed continued achievement increases on the latest Alabama State Report Card. The district received a 79, a two-point gain over the previous year. This reflects improvements in academic proficiency, college and career readiness, graduation, and attendance. “Were seeing stronger outcomes across our district, and these results reflect […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 11:01:49 AM
UAB ArtPlay Presents: Vocabby™ Me and My ShadowBeep! Beep! “Vocabby loves his shadow.” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, are welcome. Please […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00:33 PM
High school hoops: New classes, new areas for local teamsBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park are ready for the new high school basketball season.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
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Bham Now at Wednesday, November 11, 2026 12:05:34 AM
City-Partnered Jimmie Hale Warming Station Will Be Open at Night This Weekendbirminghamal.gov As temperatures are expected to fall below freezing, the City of Birmingham and Jimmie Hale Mission will open its nightly warming station Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, from 6 p.m. until temperatures rise the following morning. Men, women, and children needing warm shelter can come to the Mission located at 3420 2nd […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:01:49 AM
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Update: Week 9Auburn is coming off a loss to Ole Miss while Alabama is coming off a bye week. While this past weekend saw some great action, this upcoming Saturday could play a huge role in how the rest of the season shapes up. The Next Round guys discuss. The Next Round is hosted by Jim Dunaway, [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, November 2, 2026 2:03:29 PM
Birminghams Demus Copeland Wants to Help Local Veterans — A Degree at a TimeBy Jordyn Davis | For the Birmingham Times After eight years of service in the Marine Corps, earning a real estate license, practicing real estate law, and running for Shelby County Tax Commissioner, Demus Copeland is now finishing his 17th degree and beginning medical school. As a man of many interests, Copeland keeps advocacy at […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 1:01:46 AM
UAB ArtPlay Presents: Vocabby™ Mad ScientistBeep! Beep! “Vocabby likes to dress like a mad scientist when he cooks!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00:34 PM
November 5, 2026EMPLOYMENT ______________________________ Application Systems Analyst/Programmer III Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama seeks Application Systems Analyst/Programmer III in Birmingham, AL. Min req of Masters deg or frgn deg equiv in Comp Sci or clsly rltd fld + 1 yr exp in job offered or rltd occupation. Telecommuting is an option. […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 3:01:49 AM
Praise erupts as Hoover council OKs private K-8 school on Alabama 119Trinity Classical Academy will operate on the campus of Trinity Presbyterian Church as a ministry of the church.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Activist calls for resignation of Birmingham police official who kicked man in videoPolice say they investigated and the Internal Affairs Division determined there was no violation of police policy.
AL.com at Thursday, November 12, 2026 5:03:21 PM
Hoover plans $20 million in school projectsHoovers 2027 school budget includes $20 million for capital projects, including roofing, HVAC, kitchen and athletic upgrades, but no new schools yet.
280 Living at Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:02:49 PM
Gingerbread Village to light up Chelsea City Hall lawnA gingerbread village will be on display on the Chelsea City Hall lawn starting in mid-November, joining the citys tree lighting and Christmas parade.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Birmingham Proposes $444K to Bring UAB Social Workers into Public LibrariesBy ABC 33/40 (WBMA) — People struggling with homelessness, mental health challenges or other personal crises could soon find additional help at Birmingham’s public libraries under a proposed $444,000 partnership with UAB. The city is considering placing four full-time social workers in public libraries to connect people with housing assistance, mental health resources, substance misuse […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 3:01:47 AM
Grip, rip and dip bagels at new PopUp BagelsViral bagel shop PopUp Bagels has opened its first Alabama location at the Summit, serving warm, whole bagels with schmears.
280 Living at Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:02:49 PM
Spain Parks Bates, Roberto named to North-South teamThe football all-star game will be played in December.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 12:02:40 AM
Celebrated Birmingham watering hole named one of 35 best cocktail bars in the USAdiós was founded in 2022 by Jesús Méndez and Jose Medina Camacho.
AL.com at Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:32:21 AM
Recently sold homes along the 280 corridor: November 2026See some recent real estate sales along the 280 corridor.
280 Living at Friday, November 13, 2026 6:04:31 AM
Lyle Lovett and Hayes Carll – Together On StageTickets go on sale Friday, November 13 at 10 a.m. Two original Texas voices. Two generations of sharp wit, masterful storytelling, and songs that find humor in heartbreak and humanity. Four-time Grammy Award winner Lyle Lovett takes the stage with Grammy-nominated Hayes Carll for a special evening of Americana, folk, and country music on February […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, November 10, 2026 10:00:36 AM
Birmingham to host a Congressional Medal of Honor Society Ceremonial Flag Event at Noon on Tuesdaycityofbirmingham.org Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin and Lt. Gen. A.C. Roper, U.S. Army (Ret.), will host a ceremonial flag presentation in front of Birmingham City Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 10. They will announce details regarding the Congressional Medal of Honor Society Convention, which will be held in Birmingham Sept. 13–18, 2027. Tuesdays event will take […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, November 13, 2026 3:01:47 AM
Infused with flavor, fueled by wowsCheryl Harpers Simply Infused olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting room, now in Brook Highland Plaza, has been wowing customers since 2015.
280 Living at Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:02:49 PM
Following Years of Progress, Birmingham School Board Gives Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan FavorablSpecial to The Times The Birmingham Board of Education on Tuesday gave Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan a favorable annual review in an evaluation weighted heavily toward measurable outcomes for students and Birmingham City Schools. Board member Leticia Harvill, who chairs the superintendent’s evaluation committee, said Sullivan met expectations on both the district’s measurable achievements and […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:01:51 AM
Another change to Birminghams skyline could happen todayLanding installed signage on the skyline in 2022.
AL.com at Saturday, November 14, 2026 10:03:36 AM
PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGSBy Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **LYRICS FOR LIFE, 6-8 p.m. at the Birmingham Public Library Downtown. This book: Lyrics for Life: An Anthology of Poems from Birmingham Youth and Adults, is in partnership with the Academy of American Poets Radical Reversal, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, November 14, 2026 12:02:26 AM
Mt Laurels new-urbanist appealTwenty-seven years after EBSCO broke ground on Double Oak Mountain, Mt Laurel is still growing.
280 Living at Sunday, November 15, 2026 5:02:40 AM
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