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Birmingham City Schools Announces Policy for Free and Reduced Meals, Launches StopFinder Bus App for
Birmingham City Schools Birmingham City Schools this week announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. District leaders are also encouraging parents to register their children before the first day of school. They said more than 11,000 students have already […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:42 AM
Road closures planned in Birmingham for FISE World SeriesBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Road closures have been planned near City Walk BHAM as the city prepares to host the FISE World Series. The FISE World Series is a internationally recognized action sports festival that takes place Aug. 7-9. The event will bring athletes from around the globe to Birmingham for three days of Olympic-style [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 6, 2026 2:30:24 PM
FISE World Series brings BMX, skateboarding and more to downtown BirminghamBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Flips, tricks and serious air are taking over City Walk as the FISE World Series comes to downtown Birmingham this weekend. The three-day action sports and music festival runs August 7-9, bringing athletes and fans to downtown Birmingham for competitions featuring BMX freestyle, skateboarding and 3x3 basketball. Organizers say the festival is [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 7, 2026 9:39:10 PM
Giving and Sharing: A Look at the Long Legacy of Black Philanthropy in BirminghamBy Monique Jones | For the Birmingham Times Black philanthropy was shaping Birmingham even before the area became an official city. Enslaved workers of Alabama dealt with the harshest of environments, but they still found ways to protect each other. According to the social justice philanthropy organization Tides, enslaved Africans brought West African traditions of […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:46 AM
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Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:48 AM
Greystone mom turns classroom roots into online communityGreystone mom and former educator Haley Brandstadter discusses motherhood, online community and life along the 280 corridor.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Local athletes shine at AHSAA All-Star WeekTen student-athletes from Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park high schools competed in the 30th annual AHSAA North-South All-Star Sports Week, July 20-24 in Montgomery.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Chelsea to host End of Summer Smash farmers marketChelsea wraps up its first farmers market season with the End of Summer Smash, featuring about 55 vendors, live music, food and family activities at Melrose Park.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
SAW's BBQ coming to Valley Post in ChelseaSAW's BBQ plans to open its seventh location and first along the U.S. 280 corridor at Valley Post in Chelsea later this year.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
A Scoop of Belief: Dream Flavors Ice Cream Shop Brings Homemade Treats DowntownBy Chanda Temple | birminghamal.gov For three months in 2025, Walter Baldwin sat in his car on Second Avenue North and people watched. As a flurry of folks entered and exited nearby restaurants on Friday nights, Walter noticed something missing: a place to buy cold treats. Since he already had a background in selling shaved […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, August 7, 2026 4:03:45 PM
Moonlight Movies returns to Village at Lee Branch with The Parent TrapFamilies are invited to enjoy a free outdoor screening of the classic comedy The Parent Trap with complimentary popcorn and soft drinks.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Garbage rates for unincorporated Shelby County go up Oct. 1The Shelby County Commission renewed the county's contract with Waste Management.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 12:03:50 AM
New Cordova Elementary opens its doors to studentsCORDOVA, Ala. (WIAT) -- The first day of schools is a feeling like no other, especially when youre the first group of students in a brand new school. The youngest of the bunch in Cordova are starting the year in a new building. It may look incomplete out front but when you walk inside Cordova [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 7, 2026 5:38:26 PM
Birmingham City Schools pushes families to register students before first day of schoolBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- With the first day of school just five days away, Birmingham City Schools is reminding families that enrolling a student is not the same as registering them for classes. “We have almost 12,000 of our students registered. So that means we have a little bit over 7,000 students that need to [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 9:03:07 PM
Editor's Note: August 2026Kyle Parmley reflects on August as a fresh start for local families, schools, football and community life.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
KitKat Gave Coko Eason Her Big Break and the Internet Cannot Stop ListeningBy Chanda Temple | City of Birmingham As a kid, Coko Eason always grabbed a KitKat candy bar before heading off to church on Sundays. She enjoyed the chocolatey snack and its catchy jingle just that much. Now, more than 30 years later, Coko is featured in an online KitKat commercial, where she can be […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 12:02:48 AM
Housing Authority and Partners Unveil Renovated Early Learning Center in TitusvilleSpecial to the Times The Housing Authority of the Birmingham District (HABD), joined by Birmingham City Schools, U.S. Congresswoman Terri Sewell, Mayor Randall L. Woodfin, and District 6 Councilor Crystal Smitherman this week unveiled the newly renovated Villas Early Learning Center in Titusville. Located at 248 1st Street SW, the new facility is set up to […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:03:02 AM
Back in the game: Niblett leading Hornets on quest to Accomplish the MissionTad Niblett reflects on 34 years in coaching and his mission to build Chelsea football around character, fundamentals and community.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Explore creek life during Oak Mountain's Water Wonders programFamilies can wade into a creek and discover the fascinating plants and animals that help keep freshwater ecosystems healthy during a hands-on nature program.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
This weekend on Conversations with Sherri Jackson: One-on-One with Eric EssixBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- This weekend on Conversations with Sherri Jackson, Sherri will sit down with Birmingham musician Eric Essix. This segment can be seen at 5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
CBS 42 at Friday, August 7, 2026 10:10:01 PM
Birmingham area church closes as membership drops, campus put up for saleThe congregation could no longer maintain its campus as membership dwindled.
AL.com at Friday, August 7, 2026 10:34:12 AM
What killed Pihakis restaurants? $44 million bankruptcy offers glimpse into rapid declineNick Pihakis, a major figure in Birminghams culinary scene, continued to expand, borrow and amass ever greater debt.
AL.com at Friday, August 7, 2026 11:05:14 AM
After 5 Years, and 3 Championships, Birmingham Stallions to Cease OperationsBy Roy S. Johnson | rjohnson@al.com Unsaddle the Birmingham Stallions. The three-time champions will ride no more. After five seasons — the longest stint of professional spring football in the citys history — the United Football League announced last week that its ceasing operations in Birmingham. “Departing a market is never easy and this decision […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:03:01 AM
Recently sold homes along the 280 corridor: July 2026See some recent real estate sales along the 280 Corridor.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Alabama Power engineers spark STEM interestOxfords CREATE STEM Learning Network recently hosted a lively group of around 35 middle school students for SparkSTEM Discovery Day at the Randolph-Roanoke Career Tech Center in Wedowee. The daylong event featured hands-on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities. The SparkSTEM Discovery Day aims to connect classroom education with real-world workforce and industry needs. [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, August 7, 2026 1:04:31 PM
John Carroll High School: Alabama's 42 Two-A-DaysJohn Carroll recorded a 3-7 season in 2025, finishing sixth in Region 5. The Cavaliers fell short of making the postseason.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 6:33:04 PM
American Conference unveils UAB's 2026-27 league opponentsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- UAB men's basketball now knows its conference opponents for the 2026-27 season. The American Conference announced its scheduling matrix Friday, revealing the Blazers' home and away matchups. Each team will play six conference opponents twice (home and away) while facing the remaining six opponents once. UAB will host North Texas, Tulane [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 7, 2026 11:55:58 AM
Chelsea Public Library gears up for busy AugustSummer isn't quite over.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
3 arrested in Cullman home invasion, robbery investigationThree people were arrested this week in connection to an alleged violent home invasion and robbery in Cullman.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 7:03:07 PM
Alabama's 42+ Evenings | Jasper Main StreetJASPER, Ala. (WIAT) -- Tana Collins-Allred and Renae Wilson joined Alabama's 42+ Evenings to discuss growth and tourism in Jasper.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 8:09:01 PM
How the Birmingham-Based Modern Green Book Stays True to Its Roots and LegacyBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times It all started with a Google Doc. In 2020, Theo Edwards-Butler created a list of Black-owned businesses for herself and to share with family and friends. That list would eventually grow into the Modern Green Book, a database now showcasing businesses not just in Birmingham but in states […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:03:04 AM
Hoover council weighs deannextion request for Trinity Presbyterian ChurchThe church had planned to start a K-8 school next week but didn't realize it needed conditional use approval to do so.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Nature lovers: Doubling Double Oak Park is a big winShelby County and the Forever Wild Land Trust are adding 907 acres to Double Oak Park, doubling its size and expanding public hiking and biking opportunities.
280 Living at Friday, August 7, 2026 8:03:55 PM
280 corridor open houses August 8-9Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 3:03:35 AM
Chelsea City Council OKs 2027 transportation planProjects most likely to happen in 12 to 18 months involve Chesser Drive and Stanley Drive.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
5th annual 'Unity in the Community' block party being held in JasperJASPER, Ala. (WIAT) -- The fifth annual Unity in the Community block party will be held in Jasper on Saturday. The block party is free to attend. Jason Atkins, the next Walker County Sheriff, will be in attendance to speak with the community. The event will take place at Coke Oven Park at 5 p.m. [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 7, 2026 9:24:45 PM
Briarwood names John Patterson as chief advancement officerBriarwood Christian School has named John Patterson as its new chief advancement officer to lead enrollment, development and communications.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Spirit Halloween opens at The Shops of Grand River in LeedsSpirit Halloween has opened a seasonal location at The Shops of Grand River, bringing Halloween merch, decorations, and costumes to Leeds in anticipation of the coming Halloween season.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 1:55:22 PM
FISE World Series Lands in Birmingham Friday, Bringing Urban Sports to City WalkThe Birmingham Times FISE World Series lands in Birmingham this weekend for what is shaping up to be one of the standout urban sports events of the year, bringing elite competition and festival energy to the city on a major international stage. FISE Birmingham 2026 will take place over three days, August 7-9, in downtown […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:53 AM
Dothan collects over $90K in vape sales taxDothan collects over $90K in vape sales tax...
CBS42 - TV at Thursday, August 6, 2026 8:04:44 AM
Chelsea proposed 2027 road plan includes $30 million for bridge over railroadThe City Council is slated to vote on the road plan Tuesday night, Aug. 4.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Reward doubled for information in deadly 1996 Tuscaloosa County shootingAlabama Governor Kay Ivey is offering a reward for information connected to the 1996 murder of a Tuscaloosa County woman.
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 2:45:14 PM
Birmingham: The New Plantation Owners Dont Grow Cotton –They Harvest DataBy Randy Hutcheson Every day, Birmingham residents generate enormous amounts of monetizable digital exhaust — streaming movies, using GPS, storing files in the cloud, scrolling social media, shopping online, and increasingly asking AI to do tasks for us. That data has real monetary value. According to the Baltimore Sun, the average commercial value of an … Continue reading Birmingham: The New Plantation Owners Dont Grow Cotton –They Harvest Data →...
Comeback Town at Friday, August 7, 2026 12:01:32 AM
Hoover gains $16 million in federal funding for I-459 Exit 9 interchangeThe new federal funding lowers Hoover's estimated share of the total $131 million projected cost to $56 million.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 3:03:35 AM
Chelsea wraps up season with final Food Truck FridayThe City of Chelsea's final Food Truck Friday of the season will feature local food vendors, outdoor dining and family-friendly fun on the City Hall Lawn.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
The Summit hosting Back to School Bash in BirminghamBIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Summit in Birmingham will host a Back to School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 8. The event will last from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. It will feature face painting, balloon twisting, entertainment, crafts and more. Food vendors like Emmy Squared, Inbetween Macs, Pompous Banana and Kona Ice will be present. The Back [...]...
CBS 42 at Friday, August 7, 2026 8:06:33 PM
Hoover City Council OKs extra $5 million in tax rebates for Stadium Trace VillageThat bumps up the new portion of city incentives to $28 million to help the developer recoup costs for phases two and three.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Meet a live gopher tortoise at Oak Mountain State ParkVisitors can learn about one of Alabama's keystone species and meet a live gopher tortoise during a family-friendly educational program at Oak Mountain State Park.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 3:03:35 AM
“Were creating real pathways from the classroom to high-demand careers while strengthening the schoMAYOR RANDALL WOODFIN, AUGUST 6, THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES.
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:49 AM
Chelsea Business Alliance meeting to focus on practical uses of AIBusiness and community leaders will gather in Chelsea to network and learn how artificial intelligence can improve efficiency and operations.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
Paul W. Bryant High School seeks teachers ahead of first day of schoolTUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) -- The countdown to the first day of school is on for most local schools. Some schools in the area are working down to the wire to fill all of the teaching positions. Classes begin Monday for Tuscaloosa City Schools, but Paul W. Bryant High School is still seeking three teachers: two [...]...
CBS42 - TV at Wednesday, August 5, 2026 5:20:46 PM
280 corridor open houses August 1-2Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
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Chelsea Car Show brings classic cars and family fun to City HallChelsea Lodge 886 will host a community car show featuring classic cars, custom vehicles, food, music and awards.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
2 national restaurants, national coffee chain likely for Chelsea PlazaDeveloper Moiz Foulad said he can't name the businesses yet because plans aren't finalized.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 1:04:06 AM
As Summer Ends, UAB Experts Share the Importance of Back-to-School CheckupsBy Rachel Beatty | UAB News Before summer officially ends and the school year begins, parents may be considering methods they can use to protect their childs health this school year. Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham share their recommendations for back-to-school appointments parents should schedule for their child as they head back to school. […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:45 AM
Stormy Weekend Ahead for Central Alabama, Then Typical Summer Heat Next WeekAlabama's 42 Weather Live Channel: Weekend Outlook: The Bermuda High will pump tropical moisture across the Southeast U.S. this weekend as a tropical wave moves into the Southeast U.S. coast, allowing southerly winds to usher in higher humidity levels across Alabama. An upper-level wave will move across Central Alabama on Saturday and Sunday, triggering scattered [...]...
CBS 42 at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:00:00 AM
8 new homes proposed for Inverness Point DriveThe Hoover Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to consider preliminary plans on Monday, Aug. 3.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 2:03:44 AM
280 corridor events guide: August 2026See what's happening along the 280 corridor in August.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 2:03:44 AM
Get to Know NBA Champion and Birmingham Native Trey Jemison IIIBy Ameera Steward | For the Birmingham Times To the world, Trey Jemison III, standing at 6’10 and 280 lbs., is a center for the New York Knicks, who just won their first NBA championship in 25 years. But to Birmingham hes a friend, a student, a neighbor; to Birmingham hes a part of our […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:02:54 AM
Chubby Checker to kick off 2026-27 Hoover Library Theatre seasonTickets go on sale for previous season ticket holders on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
280 Living at Saturday, August 8, 2026 6:05:18 AM
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