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Littering is Stupid: Annual Litter Quitters Committee Shares Annual Video Competition Campaign
By Holly Lynne Killian | Special to The Times “Littering is stupid! Be a litter quitter!” This straightforward message is what the Litter Quitters Committee aims to instill in Jefferson County high school students and residents. Now in its ninth year, the Committee is dedicated to educating the community about the harmful effects of litter […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:05 PM
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Bham Now at Saturday, July 11, 2026 1:03:51 AM
Shelby County school board to consider 2026-27 academic guide ThursdayThe board also will be voting on increased costs for random student drug testing.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:04:01 PM
Film Screening: Annihilation (2018)Join us for a screening of Alex Garlands 2018 sci-fi thriller Annihilation, presented in conjunction with our current exhibition, Erin Jane Nelson: Living and Working. Loosely based on the first novel in Jeff VanderMeers Southern Reach Trilogy (2014), Annihilation follows a group of scientists who enter a mysterious, quarantined zone called the Shimmer, where evolution […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, July 10, 2026 2:00:43 PM
Valley Post restaurants close less than six months after openingAll four Valley Post restaurants in Chelsea have closed less than six months after opening as the Pihakis Restaurant Group faces lawsuits and millions in liens.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
Chelsea Farmers Market offers local produce, baked goods and handmade productsShoppers can browse fresh seasonal produce and handcrafted goods while supporting area farmers, artisans and small businesses at the weekly market.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
On The Hunt For Love in Birmingham? Try Looking In These Places in Your CommunityThird of Three Parts By Nicole Sade Daniel | The Birmingham Times While dating apps remain popular, many people I interviewed for this story suggest stepping away from the screen and into the community. Here are a few places Birmingham singles can meet new people: Speed Dating Events – Structured events designed to help singles […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:00 PM
A Full-Circle Moment: Meet The Birmingham Times New Editor, Javacia Harris BowserA Note from Publisher Samuel P. Martin I am pleased to announce that Javacia Harris Bowser has been named the new executive editor of The Birmingham Times, bringing a strong voice, a clear editorial vision, and a deep commitment to meaningful storytelling to the role. In this new position, Javacia will help guide our content […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:13 PM
Gadsden to host 'Slide the City' back-to-school eventThe City of Gadsden will host a back-to-school event featuring a 1,000-foot-long slip 'n slide from July 25-26.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 8, 2026 4:23:18 PM
Davida Roach: Local Influencer Represents Birmingham at Cannes Lions in FranceBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Though lifestyle influencer Davida Roach is a native of Charleston, South Carolina, she proudly represents Birmingham wherever she goes, even when work takes her to France. Roach recently attended the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France. “Its the largest creative marketing festival in the world,” […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:14 PM
Explore Oak Mountain after dark during Nature at Night programFamilies can discover nocturnal wildlife and learn how the park comes alive after sunset during a guided evening adventure.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:57 AM
Learn the art of nautical-themed cookie decorating at Cat-n-Bird WineryAward-winning cookie artist Shannon Lescarini will teach royal icing techniques and decorating tips during a beginner-friendly nautical-themed class in Chelsea.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
Editor's Note: July 2026Kyle Parmley reflects on celebrating Independence Day, the nations 250th anniversary and the freedoms worth appreciating this July.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:57 AM
Vishnu, Davis & HaleighJoin us for a pay-what-you-choose performance this summer featuring Indian artist Vishnu Ramprasad on his self-invented instrument dubbed NAVTAR® alongside Birmingham-based guitar-and-violin duo Davis Little and Haleigh Black. Vishnu, Davis & Haleigh blend musical traditions from Alabama and India, creating a vibrant sound that is both modern and deeply rooted in tradition. Biography: Vishnu, Davis & Haleigh is a cross-cultural collaboration between Davis & Haleigh, a guitar-and-vi...
Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, July 8, 2026 3:30:30 PM
Christopher Reeves named new Eagles softball coachChris Reeves has won 194 games as a head coach.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
New Hearing set in Birmingham AI Data Center Lawsuit Following Judges RecusalBy Lisa Crane and Taylor Lang | WVTM A newly assigned Jefferson County judge will hear arguments Tuesday on whether a challenge to a proposed Birmingham AI data center can resume where it left off after the previous judge recused herself. Circuit Judge Javan Patton Crayton set a status and scheduling conference for 9:30 a.m. […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:17 PM
Blind chocolate taste test challenges sweet tooth at Mt Laurel LibraryAdults can put their taste buds to the test by identifying popular chocolate bars during a blindfolded tasting experience.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
As Alabamas fiber network grows, Alabama Power trains crews to keep customers connectedBroadband fiber has connected more Alabama communities than ever before while making the electric grid smarter and more reliable. To make sure those benefits continue to customers after storms, Alabama Power is training crews across the state to restore the company's rapidly expanding fiber network alongside electric service. While about 20% of Alabama Powers fiber [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, July 9, 2026 3:04:21 PM
280 corridor business happenings: July 2026See the latest in the 280 corridor business community.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:04:01 PM
Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission to meet July 6The action meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m., with a work session at 5:30 p.m.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:03:59 PM
English soccer star Harry Kane confirms he golfed with Trump: 'Surreal experience'English striker Harry Kane said Friday that he played a round of golf with President Trump around 18 months ago in Florida after receiving an invite from the president himself.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 4:02:58 PM
Reflecting Pool drained again as issues plague Trump-backed renovationThe Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is being drained again for another round of repairs, marking another setback in President Trumps multimillion-dollar renovation of the historic Washington, D.C. landmark.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:53:49 PM
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CBS42 - TV at Thursday, July 9, 2026 1:04:06 PM
280 corridor open houses July 11-12Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
Suspended Jefferson County probate judge appears before Judicial CommissionMONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) -- Yashiba Blanchard had her first hearing before the Judicial Commission on Thursday morning. Blanchard, who was elected Jefferson County Probate Judge, Place 1, in 2024, is currently suspended following a 120-page complaint filed by the Judicial Inquiry Commission. Blanchard is accused of judicial misconduct, including abusing staff and failing to hold [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, July 9, 2026 11:32:14 AM
Lifeline Children's Services celebrates China adoption programLifeline Children's Services brought together more than 300 people in Birmingham to celebrate families connected through its China adoption program.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:57 AM
No-phone, modest-dress Villaggio Colafrancesco on US 280 draws crowds for 4 years runningVillaggio Colafrancesco on U.S. 280 continues to draw crowds with its no-phone policy, modest-dress code, Italian coffee, gelato and slower way of life.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:57 AM
Waterfront boat ramp at Lake Guntersville temporarily closing for renovationsThe ramp will be closed while improvements are made to the facility.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 4:13:32 PM
A2 Church seeks approval for expansion in Inverness areaA2 Church is seeking approval for a 2,000-square-foot expansion in the Inverness area to add space for youth and childrens ministries.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:58 PM
Birmingham Black Nurses Association, Childrens of Alabama Help Next Generation Envision a Future inBy Mia Watkins | For The Birmingham Times A group of middle school students left the 2026 Summer Nurse Camp at Childrens of Alabama with greater clarity about their future careers and with medical skills they can use immediately. “Everything about it was just so fun,” said 13-year-old Aubree Jones, a student at Phillips Academy. […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 12:03:18 PM
Steel City Legacy Gala Event on July 18 Will Celebrate Birmingham HeroesSpecial to the Times A new event, inspired by the Met Gala, is coming to Birmingham to celebrate local trailblazers, support emerging leaders and uplift the community. The Steel City Legacy Gala, set for July 18 at WorkPlay, will recognize more than 40 individuals for excellence in business, media, fashion, leadership, and community service. “The […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:02:59 PM
Shelby County school board OKs new athletic director, career tech principalStallings, Reed chosen to fill systemwide roles...
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:58 PM
280 corridor open houses July 4-5Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:57 AM
Schumacher, Crumpton win Miss Hoover, Miss Hoover's Teen 2027Julia Schumacher is a University of Alabama student from Minnesota, and Cambree Crumpton is a Chilton County High School student from Clanton.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:04:01 PM
Alabama Power launched inaugural Grid Games Energy Hackathon for high schoolersThe future of energy was on full display as 10th-grade high school students from across Alabama recently took part in the inaugural Grid Games, an Alabama high school energy hackathon powered by Alabama Power. Alabama Powers Strategic Implementation department led the hackathon, partnering with Community Relations and the Alabama Power Foundation. Alabama Power Service Organization [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, July 9, 2026 3:04:26 PM
Get outta town: Post Office invites kids to get a passport in BirminghamSummertime is the right time to apply for a passport, the US Postal Service says.
AL.com at Saturday, July 11, 2026 12:32:40 PM
Cost of Iran war grows, as Trump throws its end into questionThe cost of Americas military operations against Iran is steadily growing, with continued escalations over the Strait of Hormuz this week as President Trump threatens to blow up negotiations and return to all-out war. The immediate cost of military actions in the Middle East will run the government tens of billions of dollars, but the [...]...
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 4:00:29 PM
Learn the basics of mushroom identification at Oak Mountain State ParkA beginner-friendly program will introduce participants to Alabama's native mushrooms and their role in healthy forest ecosystems.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:04:01 PM
Hot, Humid, & Stormy Finish to the WeekWatch The CBS 42 Weather Livestream Here: Thursday: Scattered storms will fire up around lunch time, continuing into the evening. There will likely be more of them than on Wednesday. Highs will make it into the lower 90s and upper 80s with feels like temperatures in the low 100s. Friday & The Weekend: Friday will be a [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, July 8, 2026 4:47:23 PM
Local schools to be represented at AHSAA All-Star WeekTen student-athletes from 280 corridor schools will represent the North in soccer, softball, baseball, golf, volleyball and cross country during AHSAA All-Star Sports Week.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
Curious about electric vehicles? Hoover event offers free test drives SaturdayDrive Electric Birmingham will host its first EV Ride & Drive Experience on Saturday at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex, offering free electric vehicle test drives, a vehicle showcase, children's activities and live music.
AL.com at Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Springville residents invited to special called work session on presentation by Design AlabamaThe City of Springville will hold a special called work session for a visioning presentation by Design Alabama, with the public invited to attend.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 12:06:30 PM
Dazzling Dress Exhibition Opening at Birmingham Public Library on July 10By Margaret Splane | Birmingham Public Library On Friday, July 10, a dazzling exhibition of 12 dresses by 12 Alabama artists will open at the Central Library. Embodied: Contemporary Takes on the Dress is the result of a collective desire to create dresses for the purpose of telling personal stories. Featured artists include Amanda Banks, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:15 PM
Breeze Airways Launches New Nonstop Flights at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airportflybirmingham.com Breeze Airways has officially launched new service at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). The low-fare carrier enters the market offering nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Raleigh-Durham (RDU). The flights are scheduled twice weekly on Fridays and Mondays. “We are thrilled to welcome Breeze Airways to Birmingham,” said Ashby Pate, Board Chair of the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:16 PM
Chelsea City Council to vote on new residential, commercial developments on US 280Rezoning requests are for 20 new homes next to Forest Parks and a business district along Brasher Lane and U.S. 280.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:03:59 PM
Aritzia and PopUp Bagels set to debut at The SummitAritzia and PopUp Bagels are expected to open their first Alabama locations at The Summit later this summer.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
The ticks you may find in Alabama, and the diseases they can carryIt's been a gnarly year for ticks already in the U.S., but the ticks you're seeing will vary depending on where you live.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:08:06 AM
George “Snoozy” Jones, founder of landmark UAB bookstore, dies at 91George Francis “Snoozy” Jones, the original University of Alabama at Birmingham football line coach, bookstore owner and Alabama High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame member, died July 6. He was 91.
AL.com at Saturday, July 11, 2026 1:32:42 PM
The George Barber I Knew: The Visionary Who Brought the World to BirminghamBy Don Erwin Many fine articles have been published about George Barbers life and accomplishments. I would like to add a personal perspective. I first met George about 1997 when I visited the Barber Museum in downtown Birmingham, where Trim Tab is now located. From the outside, it looked like an old warehouse, but inside, … Continue reading The George Barber I Knew: The Visionary Who Brought the World to Birmingham →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, July 9, 2026 9:03:26 AM
Photo Exhibit Celebrates Citys Culinary Community Ahead of Birmingham Restaurant Weekbirminghamal.gov For the second year, Birmingham Restaurant Week has partnered with the City of Birmingham to present a food photo exhibit at City Hall, 710 20th St. North. This year’s exhibit by Birmingham photographer Mary Fehr is called “The Magic Ingredient,” and it focuses on chefs and staff behind some of the city’s popular and […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:04 PM
Shelby County Commission to consider $1.6 million for Double Oak Park expansionThe county is partnering with the Forever Wild Land Trust to add 907 acres to Double Oak Park, doubling the park's size.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 8:03:58 PM
Five Organizations, Small Business Join Inaugural Cohort of the Birmingham Workforce Partner Accelerbirminghamal.gov The City of Birminghams Department of Innovation & Economic Opportunity and Battle Plan Strategic Consulting have selected its inaugural cohort of the Birmingham Workforce Partner Accelerator (BWPA). Five community-based organizations and small businesses across workforce sectors have been chosen to participate in a six-month intensive accelerator designed to help them build, fund, and launch workforce development programs that serve Birmingham […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:03:02 PM
Chelsea Park hosts free outdoor movie night with How to Train Your DragonFamilies are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs for an evening under the stars as Chelsea Park screens the live-action adaptation of the beloved fantasy adventure.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
Oteys Fest 2026Oteys Tavern Proudly Announces Oteys Fest 2026! WHEN: Saturday, July 25th, 2026 – RAIN OR SHINE! WHERE: Oteys Tavern in Crestline – 224 Country Clb…
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B-Metro at Thursday, July 9, 2026 6:33:06 PM
Countdown to kickoff: 50 days until high school football seasonThe high school football season begins in a few weeks.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:04:04 PM
Amazing show: Music lovers share memories of standout concerts as Alabama arena turns 50The iconic Birmingham venue, now known as Legacy Arena at the BJCC, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a free event.
AL.com at Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Andrew Gunn elected superintendent as Shelby County Schools faces rapid growthAndrew Gunn has been elected Shelby County Schools superintendent, promising a transition focused on listening, teacher support, family trust and student-centered leadership.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 6:08:19 AM
Chelsea council rezones property along US 280 for residential, commercial usesTwenty new homes are planned near the entrance to Forest Parks.
280 Living at Saturday, July 11, 2026 3:04:02 PM
Soccer player dies 16 days after World Cup appearance(KTLA) -- A midfielder who appeared at this years ongoing FIFA World Cup for South Africa died Saturday at the age of 25. The player was identified as Jayden Adams by several media outlets, and his death was confirmed by the South African Football Players Union, who lamented that “death has cruelly stolen one of [...]...
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:32:19 PM
Work begins on new restrooms at Leeds Memorial ParkGroundwork is underway near the entrance of Leeds Memorial Park as the city prepares to install new restrooms.
CBS 42 at Saturday, July 11, 2026 11:44:03 AM
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