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Week 8 football: Lions, Jags pitch shutouts
Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park were all in action this week.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 8:02:30 PM
Mayor Woodfin, City Council Unite Behind 2027 Legislative Agenda to Build Safer Neighborhoods, StrenCity of Birmingham The Birmingham City Council today approved the City of Birminghams 2027 State Legislative Agenda, supporting a series of proposals to remove blight, make neighborhoods safer, expand affordable housing, and create conditions for economic growth across the city. “Our neighborhoods are the heart of Birmingham, and our residents deserve communities where they can […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:39 AM
Miles College Takes 3-Game Winning Streak into Face-Off with Kentucky StateBy Donald Hunt | For The Birmingham Times Miles College will take a three-game winning streak on the road to Kentucky State on Saturday, Oct. 10. at 1 p.m. The Golden Bears defense has given them a major lift over the last two weeks. The Thorobreds (3-1, 4-2) are one of the top teams in […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:43 AM
Football Friday: Lions hit the gridironHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 8:02:30 PM
Officials reveal $30M transformation of 55-year-old Birmingham complexThe 55-year-old complex received $30 million in upgrades including new roofs, energy-efficient windows, and modern appliances across 227 units in southwest Birmingham.
AL.com at Friday, October 16, 2026 12:03:50 PM
Alabama Power volunteers pack kits for Hurricane Isaias reliefDozens of volunteers with the Magic City Chapter of the Alabama Power Service Organization (APSO) packed more than 1,000 relief bags for communities hit hard by Hurricane Isaias. The volunteers spent their lunch time on Tuesday filling the sealable bags with a variety of shelf-stable foods such as peanut butter crackers, beef jerky bites or [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:31:45 PM
Lions No. 1 for 7th straight weekThis week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 3:02:49 PM
Alabama Theatre holiday film series 2026: Dates, movies, times, ticketsA total of 18 screenings planned for Dec. 11-22 at the historic theater in downtown Birmingham.
AL.com at Monday, October 12, 2026 2:03:55 PM
2026 Alabama high school volleyball state playoffs: AHSAA tournament schedule and where to watchAlabama high school volleyball playoffs are underway, with state championships set for October 27-29 in Birmingham.
AL.com at Tuesday, October 13, 2026 1:04:46 PM
Godsey, Green crowned Miss Oak Mountain, Miss Oak Mountains Teen 2027Jordyn Godsey and Bibb Green were crowned Miss Oak Mountain 2027 and Miss Oak Mountains Teen 2027.
280 Living at Monday, October 12, 2026 6:02:51 PM
Baptist woman pastor leaves Birmingham pulpit after six yearsAfter six years in Alabama, the Rev. Erica Cooper has moved on.
AL.com at Monday, October 12, 2026 3:04:08 PM
Birmingham company acquires Georgia power plantOriginally brought on line in 1998, the plant has secured a new 20-year power purchase agreement with Georgia Power.
AL.com at Friday, October 16, 2026 1:03:54 PM
Air quality alert for Birmingham metro on WednesdayGround-level ozone levels expected to be high for sensitive groups.
AL.com at Tuesday, October 13, 2026 7:03:53 PM
Ashley M. Jones-Thompson, Birmingham-Based Poet, Receives Highest Humanities Honor Bestowed in AlabaBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Birmingham-based poet, essayist and educator Ashley M. Jones-Thompson was recognized on Monday as a new Alabama Humanities Fellow by the Alabama Humanities Alliance (AHA) — the highest humanities honor bestowed in the state of Alabama. Jones-Thompson and others were honored on October 12 at the AHA Alabama […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, October 12, 2026 9:03:44 PM
Birmingham seeks state laws to fight blight and homelessness in 2027 legislative agendaThe city is seeking legislative support for a housing trust fund, mandatory vacant property registries, and expanded authority to acquire neglected properties.
AL.com at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 1:04:11 PM
New Classic 5K Race Offers Healthy Start to This Years Magic City Classic WeekBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Like many Birmingham residents and natives, Herman Mannings III and Curtis Starks are big fans of the Magic City Classic, the largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) classic in the country. But they both felt something was missing. “Classic is always all about having fun, rivalry, […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:37 AM
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Update: Week 2Alabama started SEC play with a win in the Bluegrass State while Auburn claimed a victory in its first home game of the year and prepares to host Florida this week. The Next Round guys take a look at those games and more. The Next Round is hosted by Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown and Lance [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:31:51 PM
Travel: AssisiA Journey to the Heart of Franciscan Italy Perched on the slopes of Monte Subasio in the green heart of Umbria, Assisi is one of…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:19 AM
Twelfth NightTwelfth Night, By William Shakespeare. Directed by Assistant Professor and Head of Performance Santiago Sosa. Twins Viola and Sebastian are separated by a shipwreck and washed ashore in the land of Illyria. Protectively disguising herself as a boy in this unknown and dangerous territory, Viola gets caught in a love triangle between the infatuated Duke […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:30:36 AM
Dining: Bayonet!Bayonet is the second concept (after Helen) from Chef Rob McDaniel and wife Emily McDaniel, with Daniel Goslin serving as Director of Operations. This spirited…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:19 AM
City of Birmingham loses federal lawsuit seeking to reverse water board restructuringA 2025 state law restructured the board and gave suburban appointees five of seven seats, ending the city's long-standing majority control.
AL.com at Thursday, October 15, 2026 6:03:18 PM
Alabama A&M Will Face Grambling State at Homecoming Game This WeekendBy Donald Hunt | For the Birmingham Times Its going to be a big week of college football at Alabama A&M. AAMU (2-1, 5-2) will host Grambling State (2-1, 4-2) on Saturday, Oct. 17. The kickoff is set for 3 p.m. This is a Homecoming game for the Bulldogs. In addition, Grambling State is one […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:01:46 PM
Live Fast, Eat SlowMountain Brook Italian Restaurant, Locanda Brasato, takes its time. Everyones living fast, running fast. “We believe in the importance of taking time to slow down…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:19 AM
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Bham Now at Sunday, October 11, 2026 12:32:06 AM
The Indian Cultural Association at UAB Presents: Diwali 2026: Rooted in LightThe Indian Cultural Association at UAB proudly presents Diwali 2026: Rooted in Light. The annual Diwali Show is one of Birminghams largest cultural showcases, bringing together talented performers from across the city to celebrate our community. This years theme honors the many ways Diwali is celebrated across India, paying homage to our roots, childhood memories, […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, October 13, 2026 3:30:22 PM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth officially opens $5 million renovation projectThe airport is in the midst of several renovation initiatives.
AL.com at Thursday, October 15, 2026 1:03:39 PM
From Gallion to the Statewide Stage: Dr. Valencia Wells Makes History in OptometryBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Dr. Valencia Wells of Morris Avenue Eyecare knew she wanted to be an optometrist as early as eighth grade. It all started with a research paper. Growing up in Gallion, Alabama, a small community in rural Marengo County, Wells already knew she wanted to work in medicine. She […]...
Birmingham Times at Monday, October 12, 2026 9:03:44 PM
75-year-old man dies six days after Montgomery traffic crashThe wreck happened at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, in the 3800 block of Birmingham Highway.
AL.com at Friday, October 16, 2026 12:03:50 PM
The Womens Issue: A Legacy of PreventionCelebrating Barbara Schuler and Six Years of Health Impact. When Barbara Schuler founded VAX 2 STOP CANCER in 2020, she set out to solve a…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:20 AM
Shelby County Commission to consider landfill rate increasesThe commission meets Monday at 8:30 a.m.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 8:02:30 PM
Birmingham Mayor Woodfin: When I Tell Folks 1+1=2, Some People Wont Believe ItBy 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 Woodfin: When I Tell Folks 1+1=2, Some People Wont Believe It →...
Comeback Town at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 7:01:08 AM
St. Symeon food and culture fair set for Saturday in BirminghamThere will be a Slavic tea room with Russian tea cakes, samovar tea, and a Balkan bakery with baklava, and pierogi in the hot lunch line.
AL.com at Friday, October 16, 2026 2:03:44 PM
280 corridor open houses October 17-18Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 3:02:49 PM
Dining: The EssentialExecutive Chef of The Essential,Victor King grew up on a farm in Nolensville, Tennessee. “Because my mom and I had the farm, we always entertained…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:19 AM
Birmingham lawyer who fought for 1963 school desegregation dead at 95Vernon Patrick led efforts to keep Birmingham schools open during desegregation efforts and built a national securities litigation practice.
AL.com at Thursday, October 15, 2026 3:03:56 PM
THE WOMENS ISSUE: Community MattersAimee Castro and Bare Hands use art, traditions, even tacos to connect the community. A major milestone has been reached in Bare Hands, Inc.s capital campaign…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:20 AM
The Womens Issue: The Journey of LTryce SladeShe Is Building Communities the Right Way. Construction may build structures, but land use and planning shape communities—and that responsibility is what makes the work…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:20 AM
The Womens Issue: Understanding Homelessnessby Perryn Carroll As the Executive Director of the Jimmie Hale Mission, I regularly attend meetings filled with conversations about how to address the issues…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:20 AM
The Womens Issue: STORIES FROM THE HEARTJoy. Sadness. Sung with a voice that carries a depth of feeling. Her first instrument was a ukulele, given to her by her mother, the…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:20 AM
After Hurricane Isaias, restoring service to Alabama Power customers is a team effortLast Friday night, October 9, Hurricane Isaias hit the Alabama Gulf Coast and nearby south Alabama counties with destructive force, damaging homes, businesses, schools and public facilities across the state. The storms hurricane status was downgraded as it moved northward through the state, but 84 percent of Alabama Powers service area experienced tropical-storm-force winds. More [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, October 16, 2026 12:32:16 PM
Birmingham-based chicken franchise looking to expand nationwideThe company will celebrate its 75th anniversary next year.
AL.com at Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:03:27 AM
Which central Alabama city has the largest 2027 budget? Where is the money going?Birmingham leads the metro area with a $614M FY 2027 budget, with all cities prioritizing personnel pay.
AL.com at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:04:10 AM
Birmingham City Schools Celebrates Roots and Routes Winners at Exhibition OpeningBirmingham City Schools Birmingham City Schools welcomed students, families, educators, and community members on Wednesday to the Roots and Routes Opening Reception, celebrating the many cultures, stories, and experiences that make our community so vibrant. In partnership with the Birmingham Museum of Art, Desert Island Supply Co. and the Fiesta Festival, Roots and Routes presented […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:44 AM
ArtemisiaArtemisia, By Lauren Gunderson. Directed by Assistant Professor Kelley Schoger.? Artemisia Gentileschi was the most celebrated female painter of the 17th century, yet her name was all but lost for centuries. Attacked at just 17, publicly shamed and tortured to prove her truth, Gentileschis painterly prowess equaled the men of her time, and she fought […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:30:37 AM
Hoover zoning board recommends approval for self-storage next to Jeff StateThe request now goes to the Hoover City Council.
280 Living at Monday, October 12, 2026 6:02:51 PM
Fort Rucker weathers Hurricane Isaias with Alabama Power, other partnersA mighty team of Fort Rucker soldiers, civilians and contractors worked together to prepare for and recover from Hurricane Isaias, which made landfall near Destin, Fla., Friday, Oct. 9, as a Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 105 mph. The storm continued north, bringing heavy rain and damaging wind gusts across southern Alabama and [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, October 15, 2026 2:03:49 PM
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging Restructuring of Birmingham Water WorksBy ABC 33/40 A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the City of Birmingham, Mayor Randall Woodfin and several City Council members challenging Alabamas restructuring of the Birmingham Water Works Board. U.S. District Judge Anna M. Manasco issued the ruling Wednesday, Oct. 15, dismissing all nine counts in the lawsuit against Gov. Kay […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 9:02:18 PM
Mountain Brook Woman Writes Beautiful Love Letter to BirminghamBy Judith Chi In 2024 our family visited Birmingham, never having set foot in Alabama before. It was love at first sight – lush trees, charming neighborhoods, spectacular food, and a culture of collective care. Truly a dream come true. Its now 2026 and nothing could have prepared us for our lived reality. For any … Continue reading Mountain Brook Woman Writes Beautiful Love Letter to Birmingham →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:31:02 AM
“Everyone has a story about a quilt.”LILLIS TAYLOR, ORGANIZER OF THE MARCH QUILTS EXHIBIT. THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL WILL DISPLAY THE FULL COLLECTION OF THE MARCH QUILTS NONPROFIT ARTS INITIATIVE IN A PUBLIC EVENT ON SUNDAY, OCT. 18, THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES, OCTOBER 15.
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 9:31:39 PM
The Next Round Alabama News Center College Football Update: Week 6Alabama comes up short against Georgia while Auburn got a week to get well and regroup before facing … Georgia. The Next Round guys take a look back and a look ahead as we head into week six of the season. The Next Round is hosted by Jim Dunaway, Ryan Brown and Lance Taylor, and [...]...
Alabama Power at Monday, October 12, 2026 2:32:16 PM
Yonder Walls mural festival taking over downtown BirminghamHere's all you need to know about Yonder Walls, a large-scale music and mural festival taking place in the Parkside district in downtown Birmingham.
AL.com at Friday, October 16, 2026 5:03:40 PM
The March Quilts, Celebrating Community, Legacy of the Civil Rights Era, Can Be Viewed Sunday at TheBy Sean Flynt | Special to The Times The Altamont School will display the full collection of The March Quilts nonprofit arts initiative in a public event Sunday, Oct. 18, 1-3 p.m. The quilts, created by Alabama residents, are colorful, diverse and inspiring reflections about community and the legacy of the Civil Rights Era. Artist, […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:01:49 PM
Yonder Walls Mural Festival Aims to Put Birmingham Artists, Stories in the SpotlightBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times A young Black girl reaches for a yellowhammer, Alabamas state bird, as cotton transforms into dandelion seeds drifting toward the horizon. Nearby, an artist prepares to paint a first mural after years of creating work in other mediums. At another wall, two Birmingham artists are developing a tribute […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:01:43 PM
Second fire reported at Birmingham apartment complex in less than 24 hoursIn August, 14 units were destroyed by fire and have been empty ever since.
AL.com at Wednesday, October 14, 2026 9:03:51 PM
Lions, Hornets win area tournamentsHere's a weekly update on Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's volleyball teams.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 1:02:55 PM
Woodlawn High School Basketball Scores $50,000 Investment from Hibbetts First String, Nike in BirmiSpecial to The Times Birmingham-based Hibbett and Nike on Tuesday awarded $50,000 to Woodlawn High Schools boys and girls basketball programs through First String, their philanthropic program supporting high school student-athletes on and off the court. The surprise investment was announced at Birminghams historic Boutwell Auditorium as Hibbett and Nike marked the third year of […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:36 AM
Actor Leon and Filmmaker Wes Miller Visit Birmingham on National Tour to Promote Legal Thriller WilBy Shauna Stuart | For the Birmingham Times Wes Miller and Leon Robinson knew they had to bring their legal thriller “Wildcards” to Birmingham. The film is currently on an advance screening tour across the country, ahead of its official release in 2027. Miller and Robinson wanted the tour to include stops in cities that […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:38 AM
Birminghams Cooper Green Homes Completes Nearly $30 Million RenovationBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Cooper Green Homes has completed nearly $30 million in renovations, marking a significant investment in affordable housing on Birminghams southwest side. City leaders, housing officials and development partners gathered Wednesday, Oct. 14, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the final phases of renovations at the 32-acre […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02:35 AM
October 15, 2026EMPLOYMENT ______________________________ ______________________________ LEGAL ______________________________ Notice of Completion In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama 1975, notice is hereby given […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 16, 2026 10:32:26 AM
Football Friday: Local teams back in actionHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Friday, October 16, 2026 3:02:49 PM
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