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D-BAT Oak Mountain opens along Cahaba Valley Road
D-BAT Oak Mountain has opened a 16,500-square-foot indoor baseball and softball training facility near Heardmont Park on Cahaba Valley Road.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
UABs Henry Panion III to Conduct, Arrange for Stevie Wonders Songs in the Key of Life 50th AnnivBy Shannon Thomason | UAB News Stevie Wonder and Henry Panion III, Ph.D., on stage during a concert at Madison Square Garden.Producer, composer, arranger and conductor Henry Panion III, Ph.D., will join music legend Stevie Wonder for an international tour, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Wonders landmark album, “Songs in the Key of Life.” Panion is […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, September 18, 2026 10:02:35 PM
ALDOT opens widened US 280 from Shades Creek Parkway to I-459The $53 million project has been underway for 16 months and is expected to be fully complete this fall, ALDOT said.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
R&B Star Bobby V to Headline Free District 4 Safe Summer Series at East Lake ParkSpecial to The Times Birminghams East Lake Park will come alive Sunday, September 20, as R&B star Bobby V headlines Birmingham City Councilor Brian Gunns District 4 Safe Summer Series, a free community celebration featuring live entertainment, a childrens carnival, food trucks, games, community partners and activities for the entire family. The festivities begin at […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, September 17, 2026 12:03:12 AM
Remember, Reflect, Recommit: 16th Street Baptist Church Commemorates Anniversary of 1963 Bombing, OpBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Sixty-three years after the tragic bombing of 16th Street Baptist Church claimed the lives of four young girls — Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Carole Robertson and Cynthia Wesley — the churchs leaders are honoring lives lost in the citys dark past while also forging a path […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:39 AM
Alabama A&M Bulldogs Look to Keep Winning Streak Alive Against Bowie StateBy Donald Hunt | For the Birmingham Times Alabama A&M seems to be on a pretty good roll. The Bulldogs are on a two-game winning streak. The team hopes to continue its winning ways this week. AAMU (0-0, 2-1) will host Bowie State (0-0, 0-2) in the Hall of Fame Game on Saturday, Sept. 19 […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, September 18, 2026 2:02:35 PM
Love & Lessons: Hot Girl Summer Is Over … And Cuffing Season Has ArrivedHot girl summer is over. Hot boy summer is done too. While Birmingham may still be serving us temperatures that feel more like July than September, fall is on the horizon. Eventually, those long, hot days will turn into cooler evenings, earlier sunsets, and the kind of weather that makes staying in sound a lot […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, September 17, 2026 12:03:13 AM
Woman convicted of killing, setting man on fire in 1994 dies at Birmingham inmate facilityGloria Jean Baldwin pleaded guilty in 1994 in Monroe County to capital murder during arson.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 11:04:42 AM
Make-A-Wish Alabama golf tournament returns to Greystone Oct. 8Make-A-Wish Alabama's Putt Wishes First Golf Tournament will return to Greystone Golf & Country Club on Oct. 8 to raise money for children with critical illnesses.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:03:29 AM
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 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 10:01:37 AM
JOHO Missions 5K and Fun Run returns to ChelseaRunners of all ages can take on a 5K or 1-mile Fun Run in Chelsea while supporting a missions fundraiser held in memory of Joseph Honea.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
Alabama man traveling to Washington to advocate for cancer researchA Madison man with the American Cancer Society is traveling with more than 700 volunteers from across the U.S. to Washington, D.C.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:04:10 AM
Chelsea City Council approves $28.2 million budget for 2027The budget is 31% higher for 2027, mostly due to one-time capital projects.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
Summer Heat Builds Back In This WeekAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Monday and Tuesday: Very hot and dry to kick off the week. An isolated shower can't be totally ruled out, but the vast majority of Central Alabama stays dry and hot to kick off the new week. Highs in the mid to upper 90s each afternoon. The humidity won't be [...]...
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 5:06:14 AM
Birmingham man dies after car strikes him in BessemerA Birmingham man died after a car struck him in Bessemer on Wednesday evening.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 10:00:22 AM
Anthony C. Williams: As Director of Birminghams Negro Southern League Museum, His Job is Bigger ThaBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Anthony C. Williams has always been a sports fan. But it wasnt a love of baseball that led him to become the director of the Negro Southern League Museum. It was his love for Birmingham. “Being from Birmingham, you pride yourself on liking all the sports,” Williams […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:38 AM
AI Made Simple: Practical AI for Everyday Use at BPL; Lawson State Community College to Host Free LeTwo events on Tuesday will offer residents free workshops to help understand AI better. BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY By Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library Artificial intelligence is no longer just a topic for technology experts. AI is becoming an everyday tool that can help people work smarter, save time, explore ideas and accomplish routine […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, September 17, 2026 12:03:12 AM
What Happened When Birmingham And Huntsville Sat Down for LunchBy Doug Martinson Editor’s note: Huntsville columnist Doug Martinson and I recently sat down for lunch in Birmingham. Our conversation reminded me how much Birmingham and Huntsville have to learn about each other. Doug later wrote this column about our meeting, the origins of our two columns, and his familys long tradition of civic involvement: … Continue reading What Happened When Birmingham And Huntsville Sat Down for Lunch →...
Comeback Town at Friday, September 18, 2026 3:31:04 PM
Food distribution to be held at Birmingham's Legion FieldThe Community Food Bank of Central Alabama announced that it will give food at Legion Field to 450 households on Tuesday.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 11:01:41 AM
Getaway driver signs plea deal in quadruple murder at Birmingham neighborhood car washLamarion Tykese Charlie, 22, was charged in the slayings of Talton “TJ” Tait, Cortez Ray, Terrell Edwards, and Kevin McGhee.
AL.com at Saturday, September 19, 2026 8:04:05 AM
More than one nightThe week-long operation that keeps Briarwood's football team ready for Friday nights.
280 Living at Friday, September 18, 2026 4:04:55 PM
Shelby County Planning Commission to weigh scaled-down Oak Mountain Heights developmentThe Shelby County Planning Commission meets Monday, Sept. 21.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
Birmingham software provider acquires program to streamline childcare managementDaxko acquired Alaris to integrate childcare compliance tools into its platform, helping fitness and wellness facilities.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 2:05:43 PM
September 10, 2026EMPLOYMENT ______________________________ Senior Accountant BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) 1. Senior Accountant, for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume 205-458-8530. BT9/10/2026 _____________________________ ______________________________ LEGAL ______________________________ ...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11:02:54 AM
Alabama Mobility and Power Center launches smart energy pilotNext-generation industrial energy management is now being tested in Alabama, thanks to a pilot project between the Alabama Mobility and Power Center and energy solutions company PowerBox Technology. The Alabama Mobility and Power Center is an industry-driven research and development initiative focused on advancing battery technologies, energy storage, power systems and next-generation mobility. Established in [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, September 18, 2026 2:32:33 PM
Auburn players react to 43-8 win over Southern MissAuburn players react to 43-8 win over Southern Miss...
CBS 42 at Sunday, September 13, 2026 2:04:16 PM
Lions remain No. 1, Jags drop a spotThis week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
280 Living at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 9:03:56 AM
“For a century, the theatre has been a place where artists, audiences and our community come togethePHILIP MANN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF VIRGINIA SAMFORD THEATRE, THE VIRGINIA SAMFORD THEATRE IS CELEBRATING ITS 100TH YEAR IN OPERATION, WWW.BIRMINGHAMTIMES, SEPTEMBER 13.
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:37 AM
Texas rises to No. 1 in AP poll, Bama cracks top 10The unprecedented comeback by Texas to knock off Ohio State moved the Longhorns to No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll Sunday and pushed the Buckeyes out of the top five for the first time in two seasons. Oregon, meanwhile, plummeted 15 spots to No. 21, its lowest ranking in four years, after its 39-31 road loss to [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Sunday, September 13, 2026 1:27:58 PM
Trump says $5K dividend checks to Americans will 'happen 100 percent'Trump said he will not send the dividends out while the GOP has control of Congress.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 8:04:43 AM
Week 5 football: Lions roll to 5-0; Hornets, Jags, Eagles fallBriarwood got the week started with a dominant win on Thursday, while Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park suffered Friday losses.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
City clamps down on Hoover food truck operatorsHoover has tightened its food-truck rules, ending routine roadside setups and creating a new zoning framework for permanent food-truck courts.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 3:02:47 AM
ALDOT to close Pump House Road bridge over US 280 next weekThe bridge will be closed for several days while concrete is poured to connect two new bridge halves.
280 Living at Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:04:18 PM
Chelsea City Council to consider $28 million budget for 2027The council on Tuesday also plans to consider renewing its contract with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office for 12 deputies to serve Chelsea.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 3:02:47 AM
Dont Stare, Just Ask: Birminghams Sandey Greene Shares How Her Alopecia Journey Led to Her HelpingBy Solomon Crenshaw Jr. | For the Birmingham Times Sandey Greene says she was a hottie when she had hair. “I’ve always had long, thick, coarse hair down my back,” said Greene, who lives near the Forestdale area. That changed when she began to lose her hair. She hid that truth for more than 25 […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 11:02:36 PM
Spain Park band students to pack 10,000 meals as part of fall fundraiserSpain Park band students are raising funds while preparing to pack 10,000 meals for families in Birmingham and Ghana through a Meals to Missions service project.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
Conquering Prostate Cancer: Men Work to Turn Fear into Action Against DiseasePart Three of Three By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For many men, the word cancer carries an immediate weight. It can trigger fear before there is time to process the diagnosis, understand the options or ask the questions that could ultimately shape what comes next. That fear was part of the conversation during a […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:42 AM
Birmingham City Schools Board Approves $544.97 Million Fiscal Year 2027 BudgetSpecial to The Times The Birmingham City Schools Board of Education today approved a $544.97 million Fiscal Year 2027 budget, an increase of $63.67 million over the FY2026 budget of $481.3 million. The budget prioritized student achievement, employee support, school safety, career readiness and investments in future-ready schools and facilities. “This budget represented an important […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, September 15, 2026 9:02:41 PM
Birmingham father, son killed by vehicle on I-65A Birmingham man and his son were struck and killed by a vehicle on I-65 late Sunday night.
CBS42 - TV at Monday, September 14, 2026 9:24:29 AM
Trails Foundation, Alabama Power unveil Little Fox Creek signage for “Year of Alabama Trails”At Little Fox Creek in Randolph County, visitors can now strike a pose alongside new commemorative signage celebrating the “Year of Alabama Trails. New signage at Little Fox Creek highlights the areas natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities, inviting visitors to explore part of the more than 120,000 acres Alabama Power maintains. Little Fox Creek [...]...
Alabama Power at Thursday, September 17, 2026 10:33:02 AM
Your iPhone may die faster this week: Here's whyAs annoying as it may be, it should be short-lived.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 8:48:03 AM
Second judge freezes Trump mail ballot plan as Supreme Court ruling loomsThe judge, a Trump appointee, found that Trumps mail ballot plan wasnt authorized by Congress.
CBS 42 at Monday, September 14, 2026 8:18:45 AM
Forged in Iron, Built by Hand: Panel Discussion on Black Labor and Birminghambirminghamal.gov Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 23 at 6pm and join us for an inspiring panel discussion, Forged in Iron, Built by Hand. This event will dive deep into the history of Black labor and its pivotal role in the making of Birmingham, offering insights into the struggles, triumphs, and legacy that shaped the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:34 AM
Derzis proposes $178 million Hoover general fund budget for 2027The budget includes a 2% cost-of-living increase for city employees and $1.8 million for increased garbage service costs.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
I Got a Job Offer in Birmingham. Should I Take It?By David Sher Before people ever set foot in Birmingham, they are making decisions about us. Should I move my family to Birmingham? Should I relocate or start a business there? Should I visit? For years, many of those people turned to Google. That has not always been good for Birmingham. Google often focuses only … Continue reading I Got a Job Offer in Birmingham. Should I Take It? →...
Comeback Town at Friday, September 18, 2026 12:01:29 AM
Former Birmingham schools bookkeeper accused of stealing from systemTekerra Wilson Hale, of Hoover, is charged with use of office or position for personal gain, according to court records.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 3:04:48 PM
Community Food Bank to Distribute Food to 450 Households Tuesday at Legion FieldBy ABC 33/40 The Community Food Bank of Central Alabama will distribute food to as many as 450 households Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Legion Field in Birmingham as part of an effort to raise awareness about hunger during Hunger Action Month. The drive-through distribution will begin at 9 a.m. at Lot J Gate at Legion […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:40 AM
PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGSBy Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 **READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!! **AFTER WORK PROFESSIONAL SOIREE EVERY THURSDAY at Majestic ULTRA Lounge. Happy Hour 5 – 9 p.m. Unwind and Connect hosted by Commissioner Sheila Tyson. **JAZZ HAPPY HOUR with JOSE CARR AND HIS BAND, 5 p.m. at the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:38 AM
Local volleyball teams racking up winsHere's a weekly update on Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's volleyball teams.
280 Living at Friday, September 18, 2026 4:04:55 PM
Birminghams Virginia Samford Theatre Launches Centennial Season, Celebrating 100 Years of StorytellSpecial to The Times Virginia Samford Theatre is celebrating a remarkable milestone as it launches its 2026-2027 Centennial Season this month, marking 100 years of storytelling, artistic excellence and community impact in Birmingham. The historic season will feature a dynamic lineup of musicals, dramas and special events, beginning Sept. 17 with the world premiere of Growing Up […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:42 AM
Jobs and opportunity: $82M hotel planned near Railroad Park to replace vacant warehousesA 140-room boutique hotel is expected to be completed in 2029 on a site that was once a homeless encampment near Birmingham's popular Railroad Park.
AL.com at Wednesday, September 16, 2026 4:33:00 PM
September 17, 2026EMPLOYMENT ______________________________ Senior Accountant BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) 1. Senior Accountant, for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume 205-458-8530. BT9/17/2026 _____________________________ ______________________________ LEGAL ______________________________ NOTICE OF COMPLETION In accordance with Chapter 1...
Birmingham Times at Friday, September 18, 2026 2:02:34 PM
Triggerman convicted in shooting death of beloved Birmingham businessmanJaquies LaMontavio Hoffman was indicted in the slaying of Snir Lalum, an Israeli citizen known as Sonny to his friends.
AL.com at Saturday, September 19, 2026 8:04:05 AM
First look: Developer gives details on $82 million hotel planned in BirminghamA planned six-story boutique hotel near Railroad Park will feature 140 rooms, retail space and rooftop entertainment, with completion targeted for 2029.
AL.com at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:04:23 PM
Need weekend plans? Browse our Birmingham events guidePitmasters, chef demos, pop-up dinners and more are planned for the 10-day event.
AL.com at Thursday, September 17, 2026 6:32:18 AM
Week 5 Football Preview: Lions hosting Game of the WeekBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's football teams are back in action this week.
280 Living at Thursday, September 17, 2026 1:04:18 PM
In Birmingham, Historians and Community Members Working to Keep the Memory of Virgil Ware and JohnnyBy Shauna Stuart | For the Birmingham Times Every year during the annual commemoration of the 1963 bombing at 16th Street Baptist Church, speakers read the names of the children killed on Sept. 15, 1963. On Tuesday, as the community gathered in the sanctuary of the historic church to observe the 63rd anniversary of the […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:36 AM
Beacon of pride: Tunnel to Towers veterans village takes shape near 280Tunnel to Towers is converting a former Colonnade hotel into about 110 long-term supportive housing units for military veterans, with an opening planned for 2027.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
Football Friday: Hornets, Eagles at home; Jags on roadHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Saturday, September 19, 2026 4:03:32 PM
How Third Grader Khoda Carter is Helping Raise Awareness About AlopeciaBy Solomon Crenshaw Jr. | For the Birmingham Times Third grader Khoda Carter will participate in her fifth Alopecia Awareness Walk on Saturday, Sept. 19 but she didnt wait until then to spread the word. Khoda, who was diagnosed with alopecia areata at 1 year old, recently revealed to classmates at Hoovers Trace Crossings Elementary […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, September 19, 2026 12:02:36 AM
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