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City of Birmingham Expands Online Tax Payment Services; Discontinues Mail-In Payment Option
birminghamal.gov The City of Birmingham’s Finance Department is expanding its online tax payment services as part of its ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, enhance customer convenience, and modernize payment operations. Beginning July 1, 2026, tax payments will only be accepted via the city’s secure online payment platform or in person at city hall. Tax payments […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 10:00:00 PM


See 9 new Birmingham homes on the market now (May 22-24)
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:14:22 AM
Jags wrestler honored as scholar-athlete
Spain Park's Bradley Williams earned the Blankenship Student-Athlete Award, a three-time state wrestling champion with a 4.0 GPA who overcame a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis while achieving four-time All-American honors, heading to Maryland.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 2:05:13 PM
UAB Track Athlete and Nursing Graduate Lands Dream Job at Children’s of Alabama
By Frank Couch | UAB News Taylor Washington, a spring 2026 Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate, found her home at the University of Alabama at Birmingham when she first stepped on campus. Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Washington was passionate about helping children and succeeding as a track athlete. After visiting a few colleges, Washington’s parents, who grew […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 10:00:34 PM
Hoover named one of Best Communities for Music Education in Alabama for 2026
Other districts receiving the designation included Shelby County, Alabaster, Albertville, Auburn, Homewood, Lee County, Trussville and Vestavia Hills.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 2:51:00 PM
StoneX expanding in Birmingham, creating 90 jobs
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 10:23:24 AM
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute to close temporarily amid complex, longstanding issues
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute closed indefinitely due to HVAC failure and mounting deferred maintenance costs.
AL.com at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:06:03 PM
Alabama Quietly Killing Thousands of Dogs and Cats. Heres What Were Doing in Birmingham to Save Th
By Robert Watkins News Flash! If you are a dog or cat and can choose your birth state, you might want to avoid Alabama — no matter how cutely you wag your tail, shake hands with your paw, or roll over on command. Alabama has a problem that most people dont know about. Our state … Continue reading Alabama Quietly Killing Thousands of Dogs and Cats. Heres What We’re Doing in Birmingham to Save Them →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:02:11 PM
May 21, 2026
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Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 12:10:20 PM
Camp in style, comfort at new Oak Mountain glamping site
Oak Mountain State Park now offers six glamping tent sites with amenities like AC, beds and mini-fridges, blending outdoor beauty with indoor comfort.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:05:17 AM
Jags softball finishes 4th at state
Spain Park High School made its first state tournament appearance since 2022.
280 Living at Thursday, May 21, 2026 3:04:44 AM
Gather with JVTF to Support Community Gardening, Food Access, Education and Culinary Instruction
Special to the Times Jones Valley Teaching Farm (JVTF) is hosting a special fundraising event to support its Good Community Food programs. The event, titled Gather, will take place on Saturday, May 30 at Jones Valley Teaching Farms Center for Food Education in downtown Birmingham. Gather will feature food from local chefs, locally donated beer […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:04:33 AM
Food and Wine features beloved Birmingham diner
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:07:23 AM
Oak Mountain students named National Merit Scholars
Two Oak Mountain High School students were recognized as National Merit Scholars for the Class of 2026.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:04:38 PM
Sheriff Mark Pettway Handily Wins Democratic Nomination for Third Term
By Javacia Harris Bowser and Shauna Stuart | The Birmingham Times In a landslide victory on Tuesday, two-term incumbent Mark Pettway won the 2026 Democratic primary for the office of Jefferson County Sheriff. According to unofficial results with 99 percent of the precincts reporting, Pettway secured 65,130 votes or 75 percent against challengers former Birmingham […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:04:35 AM
Supreme Court Ruling Puts Congresswoman Terri Sewell’s Alabama District at Risk
Second of Three Parts By Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in a case that gutted Section Two of the landmark Voting Rights Act is throwing Alabama congressional districts into uncertainty, including District 7, represented by Congresswoman Terri Sewell. “The Supreme Court decision means that partisan gerrymandering is OK, […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 10:37:51 PM
Chelsea zoning board recommends approval for 20 homes next to Forest Parks
The request now goes to the Chelsea City Council.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:04:38 PM
Birmingham is the only U.S. stop for the 2026 World Boccia Challenger + it’s free—here’s
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:24:58 PM
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
For 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 a Member Featuring brilliantly reimagined ukulele covers of contemporary favorites, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain brings its internationally acclaimed blend of music and comedy to the UAB Alys Stephens Center in […] The post Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:14 PM
Watch “Space Jam” at Vulcan on June 13—get tickets now
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 11:54:25 AM
Shelby County primary election results: Gunn wins school superintendent
Two state legislators representing parts of the U.S. 280 corridor were defeated in Tuesday's Republican primary.
280 Living at Thursday, May 21, 2026 3:04:44 AM
FREE ways to supercharge your summer internship in Birmingham—how to apply now
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 1:45:30 PM
Homewood wants to feature your 100-year-old house on its new centennial history map
?? HOMEWOOD CENTENNIAL: The City of Homewood is looking for homes built in 1926 or earlier to feature on a special interactive history map for its 100th anniversary.]]...
Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 1:27:55 PM
Broadway’s ‘& Juliet’ brings Vestavia Hills native Nicole Lamb back to the Magic City
?? BROADWAY IN BHAM: Vestavia Hills native Nicole Lamb returns home to Alabama with the hit musical & Juliet at the BJCC this weekend.]]...
Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:00:00 AM
65-year-old convicted in killing of locksmith at Birmingham gas station during dispute over $200
A Jefferson County jury on Thursday found Michael Kermit Murray guilty of provocation manslaughter in the 2023 shooting death of 36-year-old Darnell Michael Puidokes.
AL.com at Thursday, May 21, 2026 5:05:44 PM
4 ways to staycation in Birmingham + win a trip
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:24:15 AM
Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales Clinches Victory in District 1
By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales defeated Birmingham City Councilor Clinton Woods in the May 19 Democratic Primary to continue her tenure serving District 1. The two-term incumbent claimed 60 percent of votes, according to unofficial results. When Scales was first elected as the Jefferson County Commissioner for […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:04:05 AM
Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!
For 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 a Member Experience gravity-defying thrills and mechanical marvels as Cirque Mechanics brings Tilt! to the Alys Stephens Center Jemison Concert Hall stage. Inspired by the exhilaration and artistry of amusement […] The post Cirque Mechanics: Tilt! appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:13 PM
Protecting What Youve Built: Why Business Owners Should Think About Their Succession Plan
By J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Business owners often have a million things to juggle with day-to-day operations. Have you taken the time to slow down and think about what you can be doing now to prepare yourself and your business for later in life? If the answer is no, you arent alone. Although 76% of […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:04:34 AM
New stores at The Summit Birmingham: What’s opening next + what’s already here
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 11:55:54 AM
Soft-serve margaritas: Where to try the tasty drink trend in Birmingham
?? TRENDY DRINK ALERT: Soft-serve margs are are on the menu around Bham—where to find them.
Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 9:36:06 AM
Alabama Cities Should Follow the Lead of This South Carolina City
By Doug Martinson Editors note: This column appeared recently in the Huntsville Real-Time News . I thought people in Birmingham might be interested in what leaders in Huntsville are saying  about their city and ours. I recently went to a wedding in Greenville, SC, which is a very well planned and beautiful city and one … Continue reading Alabama Cities Should Follow the Lead of This South Carolina City →...
Comeback Town at Friday, May 22, 2026 9:01:30 AM
I Told Her She Was the One. I Remember Saying That in My Long, Nervous Speech
By: Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times Kwoya Fagin Maples & Marcus Maples Live: Vestavia Hills Married: August 8, 2009 Met: One dance was all it took to set Kwoya Fagin Maples and Marcus Maples. The two met at a party at the University of Alabamas The Venue. “She was flanked by two guys,” […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:04:35 AM
Former Downtown YMCA building could be demolished
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:18:19 PM
Southern Classic Food to create 82 jobs in Alabama with $14.2M expansion
Southern Classic Food Group LLC plans to invest an additional $14.2 million at its facility in Pike County, a project that is expected to add 82 jobs over the next two years. The companys Brundidge operation supports the production of a variety of sauces, dressings and related food products for branded and private-label customers. Increased demand [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:05:01 PM
25 pools + splash pads to visit this summer across Birmingham
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:16:24 PM
Birmingham's civil rights foot soldiers share why new district maps worry them
Birmingham foot soldiers who fought for voting rights in the 1960s say the new congressional maps could undermine the progress they marched to achieve.
AL.com at Thursday, May 21, 2026 5:05:44 PM
Soft serve ice cream shop New Shoes opening May 21
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:35:00 AM
Eric Essix 30: A Retrospective
For 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 a Member Celebrating the Alys Stephens Centers 30th Anniversary, Eric Essix returns for a landmark concert that honors past, present, and future. This special evening marks the […] The post Eric Essix 30: A Retrospective appeared first on UAB Center for the Arts .
Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:15 PM
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Announces Temporary Closure Amid ‘Complex, Longstanding’ Issues
By Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute announced that it will be closed temporarily until further notice effective Friday, May 22, due to maintenance issues. The institute said in a statement that the closure is because of ongoing HVAC system failure impacting the facility. The institute’s President and CEO Deborah Bowie said […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, May 22, 2026 9:45:05 PM
New 400-acre West Rock Mountain Preserve now open in Hueytown [Map]
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:20:30 AM
5 waterfront listings just dropped on Smith Lake—check them out now
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:47:48 AM
3 splash pads in Birmingham kids love + how to plan
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 10:50:05 AM
Cala Coffee now open in Mountain Brook Village
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Bham Now at Thursday, May 21, 2026 12:55:05 PM
Review: & Juliet at the BJCC Flips the Script on Shakespearean Tragedy — and Audiences Will be Gla
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times There was an audible sense of surprise in the room the moment opening night began. The curtain rose, and audiences at the Birmingham–Jefferson Convention Complex were met not with sweeping tragedy or a familiar Shakespearean overture, but with a slowed-down rendition of Larger Than Life by the Backstreet […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:04:34 AM
Birmingham Stallions seeking to play 4 more games
The United Football League team has a three-game winning streak and two contests remaining on its regular-season schedule.
AL.com at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:06:03 PM
Alabama’s first Pickleball Kingdom coming to Homewood
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Bham Now at Friday, May 22, 2026 3:36:15 PM
Turning Pain into Purpose: Rep. Sewells Fight to Make Cancer Screening Available
Third of Three Parts By Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (D-Alabama) turned her personal pain into a groundbreaking piece of legislation with the potential to save countless lives. In late January, the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening (MCED) Coverage Act — named after the Congresswomans mother […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 12:03:42 AM
AHSAA releases new alignments for upcoming school years
The AHSAA's new reclassification separates public and private schools for the first time. Hoover and Spain Park both land in Class 6A, joining new regional alignments for 2026-28.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:05:17 AM
Teen convicted in Birmingham murder of 16-year-old who died in his parents arms
A Jefferson County jury on Friday convicted Christian Cole, who was 17 at the time of the killing, in the 2024 slaying of 16-year-old Jaylin Jenkins.
AL.com at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:06:03 PM

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