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By Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times THURSDAY, APRIL 30 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **IRONDALE CELEBRITY BASKETBALL SHOWDOWN ON THE COURT, 1:30 – 3 p.m. Team Mayor Stewart vs Team Councilor London at Shades Valley High School. **JAZZ HAPPY HOUR with JOSE CARR AND HIS BAND, 5 p.m. at […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:08 PM
Tuberville: College football nowadays a complete disasterCoach-turned-senator spoke with reporters at Wednesdays Regions Tradition Pro-Am in Birmingham...
AL.com at Wednesday, April 29, 2026 2:06:27 PM
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Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:10 PM
A sheriff's candidate is suing after a woman called him a crooked cop on talk radioFormer narcotics investigator Jude Washington said he lost multiple job offers the same day Kimberly Alexander called him a crooked cop who destroyed families on a Birmingham morning show.
AL.com at Thursday, April 30, 2026 2:07:08 PM
Alabama Power Co. executive Ryan to speak at Jeff State spring graduationRyan is senior vice president of external affairs for Alabama Power Co.
280 Living at Thursday, April 30, 2026 12:05:04 PM
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority conference brings more than 6,200 women to downtown BirminghamMore than 6,000 sorority members are participating in community service activities and celebrations downtown through May 2, injecting millions into the local economy.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 29, 2026 2:06:27 PM
How Birmingham parks + people benefit from a new nonprofit partnership??NEW PARTNERS FOR BIRMINGHAM PARKS: Jefferson County Greenways + Glenwood grow plants for our green spaces + much more. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, May 1, 2026 5:05:01 AM
New Collaborative Offers UAB Students Community-Driven Work to Help the Birmingham ThriveBy Matt Windsor | UAB News Three faculty members in UABs J. Frank Barefield, Jr. Department of Criminal Justice have joined forces to give bright undergraduates the opportunity to get real-world experience while serving the surrounding community. The Community Solutions Collaborative brings together UAB labs focused on digital forensics, law and data science “to serve […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:05:49 PM
Speak Loud, Win Big: $500 on the Line at BPLs Bards & Brews Poetry Slam on May 1By Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library Birmingham Public Library (BPL) invites the community to experience some of the metro areas top spoken word artists competing for a combined $500 in a Bards & Brews Poetry Slam happening Friday, May 1 at the Central Library downtown. This will be the second slam of the […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 11:04:30 AM
Birmingham denies another charter application, maintaining longtime rejection recordBirmingham City Schools has not accepted a charter school application in over 10 years.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 10:08:22 AM
Spain Park student earns national Academic All-American honorSpain Parks Addison Pledger earned Academic All-American honors from the National Speech and Debate Association.
280 Living at Monday, April 27, 2026 5:05:04 PM
Birmingham Small Business Week Helps Local Entrepreneurs Find Their CommunityBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Nathalie Nelson Parker first attended Birmingham Small Business Week events about four years ago when she and her husband relocated to the Magic City from Nashville. She calls the time she spent connecting with other local small business owners a “defining moment” in her entrepreneurial journey. She […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:09 PM
U.S. Senator Cory Booker To Visit Birmingham on Monday for Town HallThe Birmingham Times U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) will be coming to Birmingham in Monday, May 4, for a rescheduled town hall with Blueprint Alabama. “Im excited to return to Alabama, because the people of Alabama are no strangers to confronting the kind of moral moment America is in right now,” said Senator Booker. “In […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:04 PM
Erin Jane Nelson: Living and WorkingExhibition Opening: Thursday, May 21, 5-7 p.m. AEIVA presents Living and Working, a survey exhibition of work by Erin Jane Nelson made between 2015 and 2025 while she was living just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. Over this period, Nelson engaged in a sustained dialogue with the environment and ecology of the southeastern United States through […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, April 22, 2026 12:00:44 AM
Sloss Metal Arts Summer Youth Apprenticeship Applications Openbirminghamal.gov Applications are open through April 28 for the annual Summer Youth Apprenticeship at Sloss Furnaces. The Summer Youth Apprenticeship was founded on the importance of passing on the history of Sloss and the many techniques and traditions of metal art. This paid, 8-week program employs 10-15 high school students, aged 16-19, to work and […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:05:50 PM
14 Pihakis restaurants now closed in Birmingham (and beyond) + whats still openOPEN & CLOSED: Confused by all the news? Here's an up-to-date list of which Pihakis-owned restaurants have closed + which are still open as of Wednesday, April 29 ??...
Bham Now at Friday, May 1, 2026 5:04:50 PM
How outdoor recreation is fueling Alabamas economic engineFrom the mountains of the Tennessee Valley to the shores of the Gulf Coast, and everything in-between, our state is second to none in the country when it comes to beautiful outdoors and recreation. Whether its camping and hiking across Alabamas state parks, fishing our streams, rivers, coastlines and bays, or hunting in our states [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, May 1, 2026 4:05:31 PM
Blind Boys of AlabamaFor a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become an Arts Member Six-Time GRAMMY® Winners | Gospel Music Hall of Fame Inductees The gospel legends Blind Boys of Alabama return to the UAB Alys Stephens Center […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 27, 2026 3:30:27 AM
Exceptional Foundation prom returns with Out of This World themeThe Junior League of Birmingham will host a special prom experience for participants with pre-event preparations and an evening celebration.
280 Living at Monday, April 27, 2026 5:05:04 PM
Birmingham man swindled New England women who were seeking loveHis lies caused substantial emotional and financial harm to women who were simply looking for someone with whom they could spend their lives.
AL.com at Thursday, April 30, 2026 6:10:31 AM
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 Friday, April 17, 2026 2:30:19 PM
YMCA of Greater Birmingham Receives $15K Grant for Digital Literacy ProgramsSpecial to The Times YMCA of Greater Birmingham has received a $15,000 grant from Spectrum as part of the companys digital education program. “The YMCA is committed to making sure that regardless of age, our community members have access to technology and opportunities to develop the digital skills needed for success in todays world,” said […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:05:56 PM
Naila Jackson Helps Greater-Birmingham Entrepreneurs Navigate Business ResourcesBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times In May 2024, Naila Jackson launched Network Navigator as a one-day event designed to connect Greater Birmingham-based small business owners with the resources they needed to grow their companies. But she couldnt stop there. Today, Network Navigator is an independent nonprofit organization serving local entrepreneurs year-round with […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:05:55 PM
Black ViolinUnlock 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:27 AM
“We are thrilled to build on our relationship with the SWAC and look forward to hosting Alabama StatBIRMINGHAM MAYOR RANDALL WOODFIN, ASU WILL KICK OFF THE 2026 COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON AT LEGION FIELD ON AUGUST 29TH AGAINST SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, BHAM NOW, APRIL 20.
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:05:58 PM
Samara JoyUnlock 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:28 AM
2026 Virtual Magic CampUAB 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00:42 AM
Hoover council reappoints Paquette, Dismukes to school, arts boardsPaquette has been on the school board for five years, and Dismukes has been on the Hoover Arts Council for more than three years.
280 Living at Friday, May 1, 2026 1:05:06 PM
Coreata Houser: The Solutions Architect for Business in BirminghamBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Coreata Houser believes all his past experiences — both professional and personal — have prepared him for his current role as director of the City of Birminghams Department of Innovation & Economic Opportunity (IEO). “This is the only job where every single experience I’ve had in life, […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, April 27, 2026 10:04:07 PM
30 dont-miss concerts coming to Birmingham, May-September 2026Stars in the rock, country, hip-hop, jazz and jam worlds are set to play at venues throughout the city.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 10:08:22 AM
Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass HeartFor a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become an Arts Member Experience bluegrass at its most daring, joyful, and virtuosic. The legendary Béla Fleck returns with his acclaimed My Bluegrass Heart tour for an electrifying […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 27, 2026 3:30:27 AM
Celebrating 30 Years of RENT: Adam Pascal and Anthony RappUnlock 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 […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00:29 AM
Birmingham City Council Delays Vote Until June on Data Center RegulationsThe Birmingham Times Rules for future data center development in Birmingham are still being worked out, as city council members delayed a vote on updates to the citys zoning ordinance. After hearing from nearly two dozen concerned citizens during a public hearing on Tuesday, the Birmingham City Council voted unanimously to postpone a decision on […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 8:04:00 PM
Birmingham firm begins work on 40-bed Tennessee rehab hospitalThe facility is expected to open next spring.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 11:06:46 AM
Troubled Birmingham restaurant group sued for nearly $400,000 over unpaid billsThe restaurant group has seen several restaurants permanently and temporarily closed in the last three weeks.
AL.com at Monday, April 27, 2026 7:09:06 PM
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 Wednesday, April 15, 2026 7:30:25 AM
Security guard arrested in fatal shooting at Birmingham Greyhound stationChristopher Jarrett will be transported to the Jefferson County Jail, where he will be held with no bond.
AL.com at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 4:06:57 PM
25 most expensive homes sold in Jefferson County — April 17-23?? HOMES SOLD: Last week, 155 homes were sold in Jefferson County for an average of $467K...
Bham Now at Friday, May 1, 2026 6:04:50 PM
Perrys Steakhouse: A decade of dining excellencePerry's Steakhouse & Grille marks 10 years on U.S. 280, earning Birmingham loyalty through USDA prime steaks, exceptional service and a well-oiled kitchen that served 900 guests on Valentine's Day.
280 Living at Monday, April 27, 2026 5:05:04 PM
23 weekend events in Birmingham—golf, a derby party + more (May 1-3)?? WEEKEND PLANS: Don't miss what's happening May 1–3 across Birmingham.
Bham Now at Friday, May 1, 2026 6:04:50 PM
Golding impressed with Alabama safety, ex-Auburn QBOle Miss head coach participated in Regions Tradition Pro-Am golf tournament in Birmingham Wednesday...
AL.com at Wednesday, April 29, 2026 2:06:27 PM
My Thing Was That You Know When You Know … I Had No Doubt About ItJo & Charles Chambers By Mia Watkins | The Birmingham Times Live: Vestavia Hills Married: August 10, 1991 Met: Jo and Charles Chambers either met in the 1960s or the 1990s, depending on who you ask. “He says we met when we were in college.” Jo Chambers said. “I dont remember meeting him. I remember […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:11 PM
Birmingham Expands Community Violence Prevention Efforts with $200,000 in Local Micro-GrantsBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times “Today we take that success further by investing directly in the people and organizations doing the most critical work on the ground,” said Mayor Randall Woodfin as he stood before community leaders at City Hall on Monday morning. “These groups are in our streets, connected to our community, and […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, April 27, 2026 9:03:50 PM
Regions Tradition returns with earlier spring startThe Regions Tradition returns April 29-May 3 at Greystone, featuring golf legends, a star-studded pro-am and a Blues Traveler concert. The weeklong event benefits Childrens of Alabama.
280 Living at Monday, April 27, 2026 5:05:04 PM
Alabama SEEDS grant positions Marion County for advanced manufacturingThe town of Brilliant has been awarded more than $470,000 to develop an industrial site along Interstate 22, positioning the rural Alabama community to attract advanced manufacturing developments and high-quality jobs. The grant, through the Site Evaluation Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program, will fund site clearance, grading and construction of a 50,000-square-foot building pad at [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, April 30, 2026 3:35:26 PM
Former Players Sharpe and Saxton Lead Fairfields Football, Girls Basketball ProgramsBy Solomon Crenshaw Jr. | For the Birmingham Times When young sports fans of Fairfield High Preparatory School talk about the good old days, they might only think about the beginning of boys basketball success under coach Maurice Ford. But Jazmine Saxton and Rex Sharpe know better. They are former Fairfield Tiger athletes who experienced […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:19 PM
Foot Soldiers 63rd Anniversary Celebration Set For Saturday in Birminghams Historic 4th Avenue DisSpecial to The Times The Civil Rights Activist Committee is hosting the Foot Soldiers 63rd anniversary celebration from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, in Birmingham’s Historic 4th Avenue District. This years theme, “Honoring the Legacy – Uniting the Neighborhoods – Inspiring the Nation,” commemorates the 63rd anniversary of the Birmingham Civil […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 8:04:01 PM
More restaurants close as situation worsens for Birminghams Pihakis GroupThe closures began April 12.
AL.com at Thursday, April 30, 2026 2:07:08 PM
City of Birmingham Launches Reinvest Workforce Initiative to Create Career OpportunitiesBy Scott Minshall | CBS 42 The City of Birmingham is taking steps to create career opportunities and remove work barriers for its residents. That announcement came today during a news conference where the city unveiled its Reinvest Workforce Initiative. The program will include coordinated components aimed at expanding economic opportunities across the Magic City. […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 12:05:53 PM
In the Moment: Recent Acquisitions to AEIVAs Permanent CollectionOpening: May 21, 5–7pm AEIVA presents In the Moment: Recent Acquisitions to AEIVAs Permanent Collection, featuring work by seventeen artists acquired over the past three years, much of which will be on view at AEIVA for the first time. Works by Alabama artists such as Pinky/MM Bass, Celestia Morgan, and Susan Fitzsimmons are shown alongside […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Sunday, April 26, 2026 12:00:43 AM
Alabamas workforce training agency recognized as world classAIDT, Alabamas premier workforce training agency, has received “Unconditional Approval” following its ISO 9001:2015 audit by the Performance Review Institute (PRI) — the highest possible outcome, affirming that the agencys quality management systems meet every international standard with zero findings and zero corrective actions required. The result is more than a certification milestone. Its a [...]...
Alabama Power at Wednesday, April 29, 2026 3:33:51 PM
Celebrate 63 years of civil rights during Birmingham eventOn Saturday, the Civil Rights Activists Committee will host the Foot Soldiers' 63rd anniversary celebration in Birmingham's Historic 4th Avenue Business District.
AL.com at Thursday, April 30, 2026 5:06:25 PM
How to celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2026 in Birmingham—events, specials + more?? CINCO DE MAYO is just around the corner! It falls on Taco Tuesday this year, and Birmingham is celebrating accordingly.
Bham Now at Friday, May 1, 2026 3:05:40 PM
From Seedlings to Screen: A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club Puts STEM at ForefrontBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times The Walter Howlett Club of the A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club may be a place for recreation for local children, but it is also on the cutting edge of science and technology education. As the club celebrates its 60th anniversary, CEO Andre McFadden said it is […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:03 PM
60 Years Later, A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club is Still Finding a Need and Filling ItBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times A 60-year-old legacy began with a simple observation. Business titan and Birminghams first Black millionaire, Dr. Arthur George “A.G.” Gaston, was in downtown Birmingham one day during the height of the Civil Rights Movement and noticed a group of young, Black men idling. Not necessarily doing anything […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:07 PM
Big Problem: Moneyed People in the Suburbs Love Birmingham Too MuchBy David Sher I recently met with the CEO of a large private company to discuss how greater Birmingham might progress. He’s a well-known name from a well-known firm. He was totally engaged in our conversation. He took copious notes and asked thoughtful questions about what I presented. At the conclusion, I felt good about … Continue reading Big Problem: Moneyed People in the Suburbs Love Birmingham Too Much →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 6:01:34 PM
“It was an honor to have the UniverSoul Circus at Booker T. Washington K-8… and we are so thankful fDR. ANTONIA G. ISHMAN, PRINCIPAL OF THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON K-8, BIRMINGHAMTIMES.COM, APRIL 26.
Birmingham Times at Thursday, April 30, 2026 11:04:05 PM
Under the Big Top: A Celebration of Culture and Community Arrives in BirminghamStory and Photos by Marika N. Johnson | For the Birmingham Times For more than three decades, the UniverSoul Circus has brought a different kind of spectacle beneath the big top — one that blends world-class circus entertainment with the rhythms, traditions and cultural expressions of communities often underrepresented in mainstream circus productions. The traveling […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, April 28, 2026 8:04:05 PM
Baseball, soccer playoffs continueBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park teams are still rolling in the playoffs.
280 Living at Wednesday, April 29, 2026 9:05:00 PM
8 Birmingham area seniors awarded scholarships from the Kiwanis Club?? CONGRATS! Thanks to their dedication to their studies and communities, these seniors are headed to college with some extra scholarship cash in the fall...
Bham Now at Friday, May 1, 2026 5:04:50 PM
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