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Birmingham hotels fill with football fans, storm evacuees, concertgoers
Even before Hurricane Isaias took aim at Alabamas Gulf Coast and the Florida Panhandle, occupancy was already high due to fans in town for football and concerts.
AL.com at Friday, October 9, 2026 4:32:26 PM
Big Loss for Birmingham: Our Old Alabama State FairBy David Sher When I was a child growing up in Birmingham in the 1950s, there were four things I looked forward to all year: my birthday, Christmas in downtown Birmingham, the Iron Bowl, and the Alabama State Fair. Fortunately, I still have a birthday. But the Christmas downtown of my childhood is gone. The … Continue reading Big Loss for Birmingham: Our Old Alabama State Fair →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, October 8, 2026 10:30:57 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 9, 2026 6:02:03 PM
Election Day is Judgment Day: Andrew Young Returns to Birmingham with Message on Faith, Justice anBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Ambassador Andrew J. Young, civil rights leader, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and former Mayor of Atlanta, delivered a rousing address at the 20th anniversary gathering of Christian Churches Together in the USA (CCT) on Thursday at the historic 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham. […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 9, 2026 9:01:48 AM
Birmingham opioid settlement: $609K approved for drug abatement programThe city has collected $3.2 million from lawsuits against companies that benefited from the opioid epidemic and will use $609,699 to expand its Drug Nuisance Abatement Team.
AL.com at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 4:03:37 PM
Hoovers fine arts specialist makes the case for the arts on their own termsHoover City Schools fine arts specialist Brian Cocke argues that music, art and theater are core to a good education, not extras, as he visits classrooms such as Gwin Elementary's music room.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Birmingham water utility prices rising in 2027 for most customersBirmingham's regional water authority approved a universal base rate that will increase costs for about 90 percent of customers beginning in January.
AL.com at Saturday, October 10, 2026 4:03:12 PM
Miles College Honors Master P, Announces Economic Mobility Initiative at Inaugural Business and ReseSpecial to the Times Miles College hosted its first Judge U.W. Clemon Center Business & Research Conference on Friday, during Homecoming 2026, bringing together Alabama leaders and nationally recognized voices across business, entertainment, justice and civic engagement. New Orleans Hip Hop Pioneer and philanthropist Percy “Master P” Miller was recognized as a Distinguished Honoree for […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 10:01:51 PM
Lost a pet? Heres what Homewood residents need to know about animal control changesHomewood residents will need to follow new procedures for reporting stray animals, locating lost pets and handling wildlife concerns after the city partnered with the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.
AL.com at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 10:03:31 AM
Shelby County Commission to consider landfill rate increasesThe commission meets Monday at 8:30 a.m.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Editor's Note: October 2026Kyle Parmley reflects on October as a fresh start for local families, schools, football and community life.
280 Living at Thursday, October 8, 2026 8:02:42 AM
Bluebird at the SymphonyNashville’s legendary Bluebird Cafe meets the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. Celebrated songwriters perform the hits they wrote for Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Luke Bryan, Dan + Shay, Carrie Underwood, and more, with full orchestral arrangements performed live by ASO musicians. Hear the songs and the stories behind them like never before.
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Alys Stephens Center at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 11:00:32 AM
Will Guidara Join us for a special fireside chat featuring acclaimed business leader, bestselling author, and hospitality visionary Will Guidara. This event offers a unique professional development opportunity for business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members to gain actionable insights that can transform teams, enhance service, and elevate performance. About Will Guidara Will Guidara is the […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, October 8, 2026 11:00:36 AM
Chantal Drake: Birmingham Museum of Arts Interim Director Leading at a Pivotal TimeBy Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times For Chantal Drake, becoming interim director of the Birmingham Museum of Art (BMA) was a full-circle moment. Drake, the James Milton and Sallie R. Johnson Deputy Director for the museum, assumed the role as interim director on August 1. She was appointed to the position by the […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 10:01:49 PM
Man hit, killed while crossing Birminghams Valley AvenueThe crash happened at 8:47 p.m. Thursday in the 300 block of Valley Avenue.
AL.com at Friday, October 9, 2026 8:03:41 AM
Buzz over bite-sized macaron business in Mt LaurelMt Laurel resident Jojo Ehlers turned a love of macarons into InBetween Macs, a small business selling bite-sized macarons at pop-ups and fall festivals.
280 Living at Thursday, October 8, 2026 8:02:42 AM
Local volleyball teams wrapping up regular seasonHere's a weekly update on Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park's volleyball teams.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 1:02:37 PM
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
This beloved Birmingham coffee shop is expanding to Hoover in 2027June Coffee is opening a second location in Hoover.
AL.com at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 9:04:17 AM
Black Is Beautiful: The Love Story and Legacy of Marcus and Amy Jacques GarveyThe Birmingham Times Black nationalist Marcus Garvey, founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, led the largest organized mass movement in Black history. His Back-to-Africa movement earned him nicknames like “Black Moses,” and his ideas of racial pride are seen as a precursor to the “Black is Beautiful” ideals of the 1960s. Garvey encouraged Black […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 10:01:51 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
Week 8 Football Preview: Hornets, Jags in Thursday actionBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park are back in action this week.
280 Living at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 9:03:07 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
Civil rights icon Andrew Young returns to Birmingham at 94: Election day is judgment dayThe former UN ambassador who helped orchestrate the Birmingham demonstrations spoke at 16th Street Baptist Church, calling the 1963 movement the most successful nonviolent campaign for social change ever.
AL.com at Thursday, October 8, 2026 5:03:57 PM
The New Age of Breast Cancer: Rates Increasing in Women Younger Than 45Second of Two Parts By Monique Jones | For the Birmingham Times Breast cancer is often seen as a disease that only affects older women, largely because the median age at the time of breast cancer diagnosis is 62. But according to the Centers for Disease Control, breast cancer rates have been increasing slowly in […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, October 8, 2026 9:01:48 PM
Jags drop just outside top 10 in ASWA poll; Lions remain No. 1This week's Alabama Sports Writers Association rankings are out.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Waldo's Chicken & Beer opens at Valley Post in ChelseaWaldo's Chicken & Beer opened Sept. 29 at Valley Post in Chelsea, becoming the first restaurant to return to the development since its original restaurants closed in April.
280 Living at Thursday, October 8, 2026 8:02:42 AM
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
Capital projects underway at US 280 area schoolsCapital projects are underway at U.S. 280 area schools, including a new auxiliary gym at Chelsea High School, synthet-ic turf at Oak Mountain High School and HVAC upgrades at Inverness Elementary.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Birmingham Legion Football Club Names Jonathan Nelson as New Team PresidentSpecial to The Times Birmingham Legion FC on Thursday announced the hiring of longtime Birmingham sports executive Jonathan Nelson as Team President, adding one of the Magic Citys most experienced and respected sports business leaders to guide the club into its next chapter of growth. Nelson brings decades of experience in professional sports and a […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, October 8, 2026 8:01:54 PM
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: 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
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 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 Thursday, October 8, 2026 9:01:48 PM
Application Fees at UAB Waived for First-Time Undergraduate Students This WeekBy Alicia Rohan | UAB News Prospective undergraduate students have the opportunity to begin blazing their path at the University of Alabama at Birmingham during “Free Application Week,” set for Oct. 5-9. Entering first-time freshman, transfer and online students can apply at no cost, regardless of their residency status. As part of UABs initiative to expand […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 10:01:50 PM
Football Gameday: Hornets, Jags, Eagles in Thursday actionHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Thursday night.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
280 corridor open houses October 10-11Looking for a home along the 280 corridor? Check out some open houses happening this weekend.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
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
Chelsea residents speak out on proposed 5-mill property taxA vote by the City Council is expected on Oct. 27.
280 Living at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 9:03:07 AM
Love & Lessons: The Honeymoon Phase Is Over… Now Whats Going to Happen?We understand cuffing season is here, the weather is beginning to change, the holidays are getting closer, and if you’re single, you may be feeling a little more pressure to find somebody to spend those cold nights with. Maybe you’ve already met someone. Maybe you’ve been talking to somebody for a few weeks and wondering […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, October 9, 2026 10:01:51 PM
One dead, one rescued when tree hits Birmingham house as Isaias sweeps AlabamaOne person was killed when a tree crashed into an east Birmingham home early Saturday.
AL.com at Saturday, October 10, 2026 8:32:08 AM
Alabama Habitat for Humanity hosts regional leaders to advance affordable housingAlabama Habitat for Humanity joined forces with Auburn Universitys Rural Studio and The Front Porch Initiative in Newbern in September to address energy efficiency for affordable, sustainable and resilient housing. The collaborative effort, supported by Carrier Global Corporation, brought Habitat affiliate leaders, construction professionals, statewide partners, industry experts and housing advocates from across five states [...]...
Alabama Power at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 4:31:50 AM
82-year-old man missing more than week found dead outside Birmingham buildingJoseph James Turner, who suffered from dementia, disappeared on Sept. 26 when he walked away from his younger brothers repast.
AL.com at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 12:03:39 PM
“I love the kids. Even though I got a show, Im like, no, I got to come and touch the kids because tPERCY “MASTER P” MILLER DURING HIS VISIT TO NORWOOD ELEMENTARY ON OCTOBER 2, AHEAD OF THE CASH MONEY & NO LIMIT TOUR AT THE LEGACY ARENA AT BJCC, THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES, OCTOBER 8.
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 6:02:21 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
Birmingham contractor completes $25 million Mississippi healthcare projectThe project broke ground in April 2025.
AL.com at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 11:05:14 AM
Women Business Leaders: Vivian Mora Agency State FarmState Farm agency owner Vivian Mora and her team are passionate about the positive impact they can make in peoples lives and our communities by helping them…
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B-Metro at Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:03:19 AM
Football Friday: Lions hit the gridironHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Power outages, damage reported around Alabama as Hurricane Isaias cleanup beginsBaldwin EMC reported more than 17,000 outages Saturday morning as crews worked to restore power. Officials in Mobile and Birmingham also continued cleanup efforts following Hurricane Isaias.
AL.com at Saturday, October 10, 2026 12:03:18 PM
Week 8 football: Lions, Jags pitch shutoutsBriarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park were all in action this week.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Grand jury clears Birmingham police officer who shot man to death in hospital parking deckMatthew Sean Massey, 38, was killed Aug. 13 when police say he grabbed an officers Taser while the officer was trying to subdue him.
AL.com at Thursday, October 8, 2026 3:04:46 PM
Jefferson County Is Doing What Many Thought ImpossibleBy Danny Carr Something remarkable is happening in Jefferson County – and almost no one is talking about it. Only three years ago, we faced a deadly problem that seemed nearly impossible to solve. Today, the numbers tell a dramatically different story. The change cannot be credited to one arrest, one new law or one … Continue reading Jefferson County Is Doing What Many Thought Impossible →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 12:31:02 PM
More than tape and ice: The weeklong operation that keeps Briarwoods football team ready for FridayBriarwood Christian School's athletic trainers spend a week preparing for each Friday night football game, tracking workloads, hydration and recovery for the team.
280 Living at Friday, October 9, 2026 9:02:38 AM
Beyond the Diagnosis: Birmingham Organizations Supporting Breast Cancer Patients and SurvivorsBy Monique Jones | For the Birmingham Times Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an important and sobering time to celebrate breast cancer survivors, honor the memories of those who have passed away, and promote awareness about early detection, symptoms and ways to help fight against the disease. Breast cancer is one of the most common […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 11:01:55 PM
Morehouse Debaters Find Power in Opposition at Birminghams Penny GamesBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For Morehouse College debaters Acie Abner and Clarence Sanders Jr., winning the Penny Games Debate Competition was about more than walking away with a victory. It was about being in Birmingham. The Morehouse College team emerged as winners during the Penny Foundations three-day Penny Games, which brought students […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, October 7, 2026 11:01:55 PM
Free Saturday Program at BPL Gives Families a Place to Play, Learn and Grow TogetherBy Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library The Birmingham Public Library is excited to host Birmingham-based Small Magics Ready Saturdays and Expect More, two free play-based early learning programs. Families are invited to spend Saturday mornings playing, learning and growing together through activities designed to help young children build important early literacy and learning […]...
Birmingham Times at Tuesday, October 6, 2026 10:01:50 PM
From a volunteer crew on a two-lane road to a four-station districtThe Cahaba Valley Fire District has grown from an all-volunteer crew on a two-lane U.S. 280 in 1978 to a four-station district with 61 employees, and most of its calls today are medical.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
Football Friday: Hornets, Jags, Eagles back in actionHigh school football in the 280 corridor continues Friday night.
280 Living at Thursday, October 8, 2026 9:02:57 AM
Former Birmingham mayoral aide ordered to produce records in election challengeAfter months of legal wrangling, a judge has ordered Alica Lumpkin to provide payroll records, bank statements and communications with Mayor Woodfin to prove she had resigned before qualifying to run the legislature.
AL.com at Saturday, October 10, 2026 1:03:12 PM
Hoover council to consider $6.75 million contract for police drones, body camerasThe five-year contract would double the departments's first responder drone force and provide unlimited body camera video storage.
280 Living at Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:02:43 PM
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