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He Aint Right: Alabama groups billboard takes aim at Trump and Iran threats
A Birmingham group's latest protest sign targets President Trump's Iran threats and demands Congress invoke the 25th Amendment.
AL.com at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:34:14 AM


How Does Birmingham Do It? One of the Most Generous Cities in America
By Jacob Gordon I’m so proud of Birmingham. And you should be too. We often take our most positive attributes for granted. Year after year, Birmingham is recognized as one of the most generous cities in the U.S. Magnify Money: Birmingham 2nd most charitable city in America Chroncicle of Philanthropy:  Birmingham 3rd most charitable city … Continue reading How Does Birmingham Do It? One of the Most Generous Cities in America →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:30 AM
Housing market becoming more balanced for buyers, sellers
The 280 housing market is heating up with strong demand and steady prices, as buyers and sellers adjust to current rates, making preparation, pricing and quick action key to success.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
The Heroes and Healers Movie Premiere
Join us on Friday, May 1, 2026, for the 3rd annual Heroes and Healers event, presented by UAB Trauma! This year, were having our very own movie premiere, complete with red carpet and velvet rope! Join us as we recognize and celebrate survivors of traumatic injury and their families, as well as the first responders […] The post The Heroes and Healers Movie Premiere appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00:40 AM
Birmingham Woman Walked Away from a Dream Job. Now Being Recognized for Oscar-Nominated Film
By David Sher, I have the deepest respect and admiration for people who are brave and unselfish enough to go out and make the world better. Not people who talk about making the world better. Not people who share articles about it on social media. People who actually give something up — real comfort, real … Continue reading Birmingham Woman Walked Away from a Dream Job. Now Being Recognized for Oscar-Nominated Film →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:28 AM
Mayor Derzis opinion: A safe Hoover is a strong Hoover
In a short time, we have accomplished a lot, and we are just getting started.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
Comeback Town: Birminghams homicide numbers plummet. Look at what could be next
Birmingham has always been known as the city of perpetual promise. And for the first time in modern history, we now has an opportunity to validate that promise.
AL.com at Sunday, April 12, 2026 8:33:47 AM
Love Alabamas fresh fruit + flowers? Thank these pollinators
?? ALABAMA BEEKEEPERS: Bees make the world go 'round—here's how students + staff at Auburn University are protecting them. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Book sale in Chelsea to offer bargains while supporting library programs
Shoppers can browse a wide selection of low-cost books while benefiting the Chelsea Public Library.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
Cornhole tournament at Cat-n-Bird Winery to benefit Special Camps
Teams and spectators can enjoy a day of friendly competition, live music and food while supporting a local nonprofit.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
The Power of Place: How Phillip Howard and the Legacy Places Initiative are Fighting to Conserve Bla
By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times In 2025, the Edistone Hotel in Selma, Alabama, came close to being demolished. Built in 1855, the hotel tells stories of tragedy and triumph. Before the Civil War, the site was the largest market for enslaved people in Dallas County. After the war, during Reconstruction, it housed […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:04:04 PM
See 21 new home listings in Birmingham (April 10-12)
??START HERE: Browse new home listings in Birmingham, Mountain Brook, Vestavia + more. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:05:11 AM
Birminghams Walk At Lunch Day Is Back, Residents Encouraged to Get Moving
By Chanda Temple | City of Birmingham In February 2025, Teri Sewell made a commitment to move more. Instead of just pulling things from the printer at her desk, she took extra steps to walk to a printer in another location at her office. She cut out sugar. And when officials at her office at […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:03:49 PM
One Night Only: Elias Hendricks Brings Classical Soul by Candlelight Home to Birmingham
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times By all measures, Elias Hendricks has spent a lifetime preparing for this moment. On April 25, the Birmingham-born operatic tenor and creative producer will premiere Classical Soul by Candlelight, a one-night-only event blending opera and soul music in an immersive, black-tie setting at the historic Harambe Room. The […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:03:50 PM
New dive bar coming to former Parkside on Fifth space in Avondale
NEW DIVE BAR: A new, no-frills bar concept is coming to Avondale later this year ??...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:05:11 AM
Calling all Mahjong enthusiasts
Trade your flower tiles for a moment in the spotlight.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
Birmingham Cajun restaurant closing less than a year after opening
The restaurant opened in August 2025 and is closing at the end of the month.
AL.com at Friday, April 10, 2026 7:09:40 PM
New Alabama Law Targets Birminghams Vacant Properties with Registry, Fees
By Gillian Brooks | WBRC A new law passed by the Alabama Legislature this week will require owners of vacant properties in Birmingham to register, maintain, and pay fees for buildings sitting empty for more than three months. The legislation creates a vacant property registry aimed at holding property owners accountable and speeding up the […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:03:51 PM
2026 Virtual Magic Camp
UAB Arts in Medicine and the Department of Occupational Therapy in the UAB School of Health Professions are excited to offer Magic Camp, a fun, interactive program that uses the art of magic to support therapeutic goals for children with disabilities. Research shows that learning and performing magic tricks can offer meaningful therapeutic benefits for […] The post 2026 Virtual Magic Camp appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00:42 AM
AIM After Hours: The Healing Power of Magic with Kevin Spencer
Join us for the latest AIM After Hours, an ongoing member-exclusive series. Step behind the curtain and experience the transformative power of therapeutic magic. Join UAB Arts members for a special AIM After Hours featuring internationally recognized illusionist and educator Dr. Kevin Spencer, founder of the Healing of Magic™ program. In partnership with UAB Arts […] The post AIM After Hours: The Healing Power of Magic with Kevin Spencer appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00:41 AM
Samford students showcase unique + modern kimono designs April 12
?? NEED WEEKEND PLANS? Discover the history and cultural significance of the kimono with this modern fashion show presented by Samford students...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Celebrating 30 Years of RENT: Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp
Unlock exclusive early access and secure the best seats in the house by becoming a UAB Center for the Arts Member today. Celebrate a milestone moment at the Alys Stephens Center as Broadway icons Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp take the stage for a special evening honoring the 30th Anniversary of Rent, as well as […] The post Celebrating 30 Years of RENT: Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:29 AM
6 surprising takeaways from Birminghams latest 2025 economic report
??Q3-Q4 ECONOMIC REPORT: REV Birmingham's latest report says office occupancy downtown is on the upswing. Tell us. How do you feel Birmingham is doing?...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Dessert party with Mama Sue to support CASA of Shelby County
Attendees can enjoy sweet treats, meet a local cooking personality and support services for abused and neglected children.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
4 things every Birmingham pet owner should know, according to this local expert
???? CALLING PET PARENTS: We've rounded up 5 things every Bham pet parent should know, according to a local vet. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Jags baseball riding hot streak
Spain Park's baseball team is playing exceptionally at the turn of the month.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
$1.2M for childcare centers in Birmingham + more early learning resources
?? EARLY LEARNING IN BHAM: See who helped bring 51 (+counting!) early learning programs to Birmingham. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Your Parents Abandoned Birmingham. Will You?
By Tony Tamburello Birmingham has changed dramatically in my lifetime. Downtown revitalization, mixed-use development, and reinvestment have turned stagnant areas into hubs of activity. Much of this progress comes not from flashy reinvention but from undoing past mistakes that pushed people away. From a city once defined by decline to one defined by possibility, the … Continue reading Your Parents Abandoned Birmingham. Will You? →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:27 AM
Black Violin
Unlock exclusive early access and secure the best seats in the house by becoming a UAB Center for the Arts Member today. Genre-defying duo Black Violin takes the stage at the Alys Stephens Center on October 18 for an electrifying performance that reimagines the possibilities of classical music. Blending virtuosic violin with hip-hop, R&B, and […] The post Black Violin appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:27 AM
Hoover Girl Scouts earn Silver Award with new seed library in Aldridge Gardens
??????START YOUR HOME GARDEN: Four Girl Scout Cadettes opened little seed library at Aldridge Gardens, enabling visitors to take and return seed packets for sustainable gardening...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Where History Lives: Exploring Alabamas African American Heritage Sites
Compiled by Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Alabama is home to a host of historic sites, monuments and museums dedicated to African American history. These places serve as powerful reminders of the resilience that has shaped the region and the nation and help to ensure that the stories of struggle, resistance, creativity, and […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 10:03:48 PM
26 weekend events, including Holi + Festa Italiana (April 10-12)
??WEEKEND EVENTS: Throw colored powder at Holi, stomp grapes at Festa Italiana + more—April 10-12.
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Jags baseball shoots up the rankings
Spain Park's baseball team had a great week.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS
By Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times   NEXT THURSDAY, APRIL 9 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **JAZZ HAPPY HOUR with JOSE CARR AND HIS BAND, 5 p.m. at the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. **OLE 60 – SMOKESTACK TOWN TOUR w/ PLHIL KANE & CIGARETTES @ SUNSET at Avondale Brewing […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:03:53 PM
Birmingham man accused of harboring alleged killer of beloved Alabama bounty hunter
Vincent Fitzgerald Cunningham, 61, is charged with hindering prosecution/obstruction of justice. Court records say the Birmingham man harbored or concealed Franciso Sinecio-Alvarez, who has been on the run for two months.
AL.com at Friday, April 10, 2026 12:34:19 PM
Butch Wilson, former Alabama, NFL player, has died at 84
Birmingham-area native later played 7 seasons in NFL...
AL.com at Saturday, April 11, 2026 7:34:18 PM
In Annual Letter, JPMorganChase CEO Jamie Dimon Shares Plans for State of Alabama
By Jamie Dimon | JPMorganChase Investing in Alabama For over 50 years, JPMorganChase has helped drive economic and job growth, support businesses of all sizes and put the American Dream within reach for more Alabamians. Its clear that Alabamas future is bright, and we are excited for whats next. Weve been working hand in hand […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, April 12, 2026 8:33:09 PM
Samara Joy
Unlock exclusive early access and secure the best seats in the house by becoming a UAB Center for the Arts Member today. Fresh off a meteoric rise and multiple Grammy wins, jazz sensation Samara Joy returns to the Alys Stephens Center for a truly special night in our 30th Anniversary season. When we asked audiences […] The post Samara Joy appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:28 AM
Taste of Trussville returns with great bites, Restaurant Week Bingo + more this May
??? TASTE OF TRUSSVILLE: Missed tickets? Learn about Restaurant Week, Bingo (win prizes!) + other ways to dig in this May. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center earns DOE recognition
The Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Centers HVAC Fast Track Program has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for excellence in Heat Pump Installation and Heat Pump Comfort Advising — a distinction that runs through February 2029. The Training Center is a public-private workforce development partnership between the Alabama Legislature, the Alabama Community [...]...
Alabama Power at Saturday, April 11, 2026 1:34:07 AM
Police reportedly shot at in west Birmingham standoff
Police are staging at New Rising Star Primitive Baptist Church.
AL.com at Friday, April 10, 2026 4:06:07 PM
ForgeFlex coworking development planned in Chelsea
A 42,000-square-foot ForgeFlex coworking and industrial space is planned near Chelsea, with construction expected this summer.
280 Living at Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:04:51 PM
63-year-old US Army veteran not guilty of murder in 2022 Birmingham homicide
A jury found Davey Maurice Johnson not guilty of murder in the slaying of 35-year-old Kenneth Dewayne Maddox Jr.
AL.com at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:06:36 AM
UAB Nursing Professor Shares How to Balance Nutrition for Long-Term Health
By Tehreem Khan | UAB News Good nutrition is a cornerstone of overall health and a key factor in preventing chronic diseases, influencing blood sugar, inflammation, weight management and energy metabolism. While there are national guidelines in place to provide a roadmap for healthy eating, Alabama faces particular challenges. In 2024, Centers for Disease Control and […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 10, 2026 11:03:47 PM
Cache of guns found after hours-long standoff in Birmingham; 33-year-old man jailed
Eugene Gray is charged with domestic menacing, certain persons forbidden to possess a firearm, possession of marijuana and drug trafficking, Birmingham police officials announced Saturday.
AL.com at Saturday, April 11, 2026 3:09:28 PM
1 killed in crash on I-59 in Birmingham near Arkadelphia Road
The wreck happened at 8:34 p.m. Saturday.
AL.com at Saturday, April 11, 2026 10:33:59 PM
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute unveils KultureCitys 1,000th sensory room
??OPENING ALERT: Read about the inspirational KultureCity sensory room unveiling at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Bham Now at Friday, April 10, 2026 2:04:54 PM
AJ McCarron leads Birmingham Stallions against his former team
The UFL teams coach spent two seasons as the Battlehawks quarterback.
AL.com at Saturday, April 11, 2026 2:06:13 PM
Miles College Establishes Abascal Student Success Center, Advancing Student Achievement
By Don Rhodes III | Miles College FAIRFIELD – Miles College recently dedicated the Abascal Student Success Center on the fourth floor of the C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Resources Center. The event brought together the Suco and Abascal families, college leadership, students, faculty, and staff to honor a legacy defined by courage, sacrifice, and the transformative […]...
Birmingham Times at Sunday, April 12, 2026 10:03:52 PM
Backup QBs fourth-quarter touchdowns beat Birmingham
The Stallions dropped a 34-30 decision to the St. Louis Battlehawks in the United Football League on Sunday.
AL.com at Sunday, April 12, 2026 7:06:09 PM

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