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Major League Baseball returns to Rickwood Field for Juneteenth East-West Classic
?? Major League Baseball is returning to Rickwood Field for the 3rd consecutive year with a home run derby and a game with former all-stars. See the details ????...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
April 9, 2026____________________________ EMPLOYMENT ____________________________ Ticketing Manager BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Ticketing Manager for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume 205-458-8530. BT4/09/2026 ________________________________ Booking Administrator BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Booking Administrator, for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:03:52 PM
Remembering Alabamians who served in the Bay of Pigs—April 21st [FREE EVENT]??? PAY TRIBUTE: Commemorate Alabama servicemen who served during the Bay of Pigs Invasion with the Southern Museum of Flight! ??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
Owners of Brookwood Village sell 40K square feet for retail/office space??The new owners promise new office spaces and retail. See the details ????
What do you think should redeveloped at the former Brookwood Village?...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
Innagural BirmingHIM Mens Fashion Week Focuses on Community, Clothing, HealthBy Ameera Steward | The Birmingham Times After completing his 2025 collection, fashion designer and celebrity stylist Perry Varner wanted to throw a party to celebrate the release of his clothing line. But as word got out and more men wanted to be involved, Varner — an Alabama native, author, and all-around socialite — felt […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:03:38 PM
Golf for a good cause + win $10k—Saturday, May 16?CALLING ALL GOLFERS: Register for this local tournament + enter a hole-in-one contest for a chance to win $10K! ??NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 9:04:44 PM
Alabama Tried to get Rid of this Birmingham Man, It Didnt WorkEditor’s note: I don’t do this often. But when we lost J. Mason Davis on April 24, I knew I had to bring back one of the most remarkable pieces ever published on ComebackTown — because it deserves to be read again, and because the man who wrote it deserves to be remembered. Read it … Continue reading Alabama Tried to get Rid of this Birmingham Man, It Didn’t Work →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, April 14, 2026 2:31:00 PM
Fight in parking lot of Birmingham gas station ends with barrage of fatal gunfireOne person was killed late Saturday in the parking lot of a Wavaho gas station in the 10 block of Third Avenue North in Birmingham.
AL.com at Sunday, April 19, 2026 2:33:54 AM
UAB Nursing Professor Shares How to Balance Nutrition for Long-Term HealthBy Tehreem Khan | UAB News Good nutrition is a cornerstone of overall health and a key factor in preventing chronic diseases, influencing blood sugar, inflammation, weight management and energy metabolism. While there are national guidelines in place to provide a roadmap for healthy eating, Alabama faces particular challenges. In 2024, Centers for Disease Control and […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:03:56 PM
Pinhole Camera Workshop with Jillian BrowningDive into the exciting world of pinhole photography with UAB professor Jillian Browning at the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts (AEIVA). Inspired by the pinhole camera photography on view in Erin Jane Nelsons exhibition at AEIVA, participants will learn about the history of photography and the development of pinhole and long-exposure techniques, create their […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Friday, April 17, 2026 2:30:19 PM
Your Parents Abandoned Birmingham. Will You?By Tony Tamburello Birmingham has changed dramatically in my lifetime. Downtown revitalization, mixed-use development, and reinvestment have turned stagnant areas into hubs of activity. Much of this progress comes not from flashy reinvention but from undoing past mistakes that pushed people away. From a city once defined by decline to one defined by possibility, the … Continue reading Your Parents Abandoned Birmingham. Will You? →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:27 AM
You Had Me at Hello: Lessons on LoveCompiled by Javacia Haris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Last week my husband Edward and I celebrated our 20th anniversary. Several friends who have yet to reach that milestone have asked us, “Whats the secret?” We shared a lot of the same advice we gave when we were featured in this column back in 2018: […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 10:04:22 PM
FIRST LOOK: New Mexican restaurant, De Nada, opening soon in Parkside?? A fresh new dining experience that blends Birmingham roots with elevated Mexican cuisine is opening soon in Birmingham's Parkside District ??...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:07:56 PM
Where to watch Stallions-Storm UFL game for free todayThe Birmingham Stallions play against the Orlando Storm in a UFL game today. Fans can watch this game for free online.
AL.com at Saturday, April 18, 2026 12:06:01 PM
New luxury event space opens in downtown Birmingham?? NOW BOOKING: A husband-wife team has launched The Collective on 4th in Birmingham for a variety of events, offering photography and unique experiences...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
Hoover favorite Blue Pacific returns after month-long closure???? WELCOME BACK! One of Birmingham's favorite restaurants is once again open for business after a brief hiatus...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Iconic soft drink company opens new headquarters in BirminghamBuffalo Rock's new headquarters will be located off Lakeshore Parkway...
AL.com at Thursday, April 16, 2026 12:07:59 PM
Birmingham to Host Weeklong Series of Events for Small Business Week 2026The Birmingham Times Birmingham will host a series of events May 3-9 as part of Small Business Week 2026, offering resources, workshops, and networking opportunities for local entrepreneurs. For more than 60 years, the U.S. Small Business Administration has celebrated National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions of entrepreneurs and small business owners. Birmingham […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 10:32:58 PM
Railroad Park named one of the best city parks in America by USA Today?? Birmingham's front lawn recognized nationally again! Tell us what you like best about Railroad Park.
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
Local ice cream trucks first brick-and-mortar location opens April 18?? NEW OPENING: The ice cream truck Dream Flavors is officially opening their first storefront tomorrow, April 18.
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
Get out of the office + walk for better habits—free event on April 29???????WALK @ LUNCH: Join us on April 29, get out of the office for a bit + move your body! ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:04:38 PM
How Does Birmingham Do It? One of the Most Generous Cities in AmericaBy Jacob Gordon I’m so proud of Birmingham. And you should be too. We often take our most positive attributes for granted. Year after year, Birmingham is recognized as one of the most generous cities in the U.S. Magnify Money: Birmingham 2nd most charitable city in America Chroncicle of Philanthropy: Birmingham 3rd most charitable city … Continue reading How Does Birmingham Do It? One of the Most Generous Cities in America →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:30 AM
Birmingham metro real estate market now experiencing spring surge?? BIRMINGHAM REAL ESTATE: March was a good month for the housing market in Birmingham!
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Bham Now at Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:04:53 AM
Birmingham robs Hoover, and the winner is…By David Sher I couldn’t believe my eyes or ears. It was like a scene from a science fiction movie. I was at Railroad Park that day in 2012 when former Hoover Mayor Tony Petelos appeared with Birmingham Mayor William Bell to announce that the Birmingham Barons were moving from Hoover to Birmingham. Folks from … Continue reading Birmingham robs Hoover, and the winner is… →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, April 4, 2026 7:01:28 PM
The Birmingham Times editor lands new role in Philadelphia—our chat with Barnett Wright??? The Birmingham Times editor has a new role! Learn more about Barnett Wright. ??...
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 7:04:35 AM
Planet Fitness to takeover former Big Lots location in Trussville??????? Planet Fitness is coming to Trussville. What are your thoughts about a new popular workout spot moving into the former Big Lots location?...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
Birmingham Stallions Prepare for Home Opener Saturday Against Orlando StormBy Abby Haymond | WBRC The Birmingham Stallions joined their fan base for a pep rally Friday night as the team prepares for their home opener Saturday against the Orlando Storm. The energy at the rally made one thing clear: Birmingham is ready for game day. “I need them and the shirtless section and everybody […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 10:32:59 PM
Alpha Kappa Alpha Brings Sisterhood, Service and Stacey Abrams to BirminghamBy Cody D. Short | For The Birmingham Times More than 6,000 women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated will gather in Birmingham this month for the organizations 94th South Eastern Regional conference, which will also bring political leader Stacey Abrams to the Magic City. Members from across Alabama and neighboring states Tennessee and Mississippi […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:03:44 PM
Why Birminghams Economic Future Depends on Regional AlignmentBy Steve Ammons Economic competition today doesnt happen city by city. It happens region against region. Companies evaluating where to invest arent comparing one municipality to another. Theyre comparing metropolitan areas, looking at workforce size, infrastructure, talent pipelines, quality of life, and economic momentum. In other words, theyre evaluating regions. That reality is exactly why … Continue reading Why Birminghams Economic Future Depends on Regional Alignment →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, March 26, 2026 4:48:33 PM
You and Your Family May Not Need Birmingham until You DoBy David Sher I’m writing this column for one reason. This piece is for the folks who take Birmingham’s strengths for granted and feel we’re falling behind Huntsville. Let me say this clearly from the start: Huntsville is a remarkable American success story. Its economic growth, population boom, and emergence as an aerospace powerhouse deserve … Continue reading You and Your Family May Not Need Birmingham until You Do →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, April 4, 2026 7:01:28 PM
HGTV star headlines expo supporting Birmingham homeowners, April 18?? TOMORROW IN BHAM: Birmingham homeowners, take note: a free event this weekend is bringing expert advice, local resources (and a familiar face from HGTV) to the Magic City.
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:04:38 PM
Most prominent Newspaper in Canada Declares Canada is Poorer than AlabamaBy David Sher Quite frankly, I am stunned. Year after year, Alabama has been a punching bag for the press. What a breath of fresh air. Canada’s Globe and Mail — widely regarded as Canada’s most influential national publication —sent a reporter to the Deep South to figure out how Alabama had become richer than … Continue reading Most prominent Newspaper in Canada Declares Canada is Poorer than Alabama →...
Comeback Town at Saturday, April 4, 2026 7:01:28 PM
Birmingham One Step Away from Doing the ImpossibleBy David Sher Let me get this out of the way: Some people or going to accuse me of being a bit too optimistic. That is all okay. A dose of optimism is likely what we need. Birmingham has always been known as the city of perpetual promise. And for the first time in modern … Continue reading Birmingham One Step Away from Doing the Impossible →...
Comeback Town at Tuesday, April 7, 2026 8:01:24 AM
FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola is coming on May 7—what you need to know?? SOCCER FANS: Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, you can see the famous trophy + meet FIFA Legends coming to Bham. ????NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
How to keep kids healthy + happy all spring + summer—Birmingham parents, save this!?? BHAM PARENTS, SAVE THIS: Keep kids healthy + happy all spring + summer with these tips + resources. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 9:04:59 PM
A New Five Points South Is Emerging Right Before My EyesBy Steve Alexander. If you havent visited Five Points South lately, youll be amazed with what you see. Gone is the graffiti. Clean and Safe ambassadors patrol the district. There are no encampments in the park. The unhoused are being proactively connected to the services they need. Five Points South is re-emerging right before my … Continue reading A New Five Points South Is Emerging Right Before My Eyes →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, March 26, 2026 4:48:34 PM
Alabama club pro playing in major golf championshipPine Tree Country Club in Birmingham will be represented at the Senior PGA Championship this week.
AL.com at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:33:55 PM
Youve Got to Make It Happen: The Lifes Work of Robert Bob DickersonBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times On any given day, inside the Birmingham Business Resource Center, the work doesnt announce itself. It hums. A phone call about a loan application. A quiet conversation about a business plan that isnt quite there yet. Someone walking in with an idea — and walking out with direction. […]...
Birmingham Times at Wednesday, April 15, 2026 9:32:54 PM
Alabama Powers Jay Johnson honored as Lineman of the YearWhen conditions are ripe for a power outage in Alabama, odds are that linemen like Jay Johnson will be putting in some hard work. For the Alabama Power lineman, the call to restore power isnt just part of the job — its a mission. On Wednesday, that commitment was recognized when Johnson was named Lineman [...]...
Alabama Power at Saturday, April 18, 2026 4:33:40 AM
Fentanyl, meth, guns seized in Birmingham raids; 33-year-old held on $275,000 bondQuadarius Henley is charged with drug trafficking, unlawful distribution of a controlled substance and certain persons forbidden to possess a pistol, the Jefferson County Sheriffs Office announced Friday.
AL.com at Friday, April 17, 2026 6:05:49 PM
Heavenly Donut Co. now open in Homewood?? NOW OPEN: Check out The Heavenly Donut Co.'s new spot in Homewood—a collab space with Baba Java!...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
32 weekend events including the Alabama State Fair (April 17-19)?? WEEKEND PLANS: Here's what's happening in Birmingham, April 17–19. ??...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 2:06:36 AM
Birmingham Woman Walked Away from a Dream Job. Now Being Recognized for Oscar-Nominated FilmBy David Sher, I have the deepest respect and admiration for people who are brave and unselfish enough to go out and make the world better. Not people who talk about making the world better. Not people who share articles about it on social media. People who actually give something up — real comfort, real … Continue reading Birmingham Woman Walked Away from a Dream Job. Now Being Recognized for Oscar-Nominated Film →...
Comeback Town at Monday, April 13, 2026 12:01:28 AM
YMCA president visits the revitalized Roebuck campus: “It is absolutely thriving”? MAKING MOVES: YMCA CEO Suzanne McCormick highlights the collaborative power of Habitat for Humanity, Christ Health + Impact Family Counseling...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:06:26 AM
New Birmingham vintage shop set to open Saturday, April 18??? OPENING SOON: Love shopping sustainably? This new spot will be your go-to for all vintage shopping + trading.
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 5:04:41 PM
Buffalo Rock completes $300M infrastructure updates with new Birmingham HQ?? BIG MOVES FOR BHAM: Buffalo Rock has moved to a new 127,000-square-foot headquarters in Birmingham, part of a $300 million expansion and growth strategy...
Bham Now at Thursday, April 16, 2026 5:04:41 PM
Meet Geno Gardner: The Servant Leader Who Teaches Birmingham Financial GrowthBy Jordyn Davis | The Birmingham Times Geno Gardner isnt your typical Community Manager at JPMorganChase. While he clocks in every weekday, his focus extends far beyond personal or corporate gain. Gardner builds trust and teaches financial education in underserved communities to show up for Birmingham. And while most workforce traits are developed within a […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:03:48 PM
Birmingham Stallions lay a goose egg in home openerDespite record Protective Stadium support, Alabamas UFL team got blanked by the Orlando Storm on Saturday.
AL.com at Saturday, April 18, 2026 8:06:13 PM
Hoover chamber gives 2026 scholarships to Moffett, DeesThe two seniors from Hoover and Spain Park high schools are headed to Auburn University.
280 Living at Friday, April 17, 2026 2:33:10 PM
5K combines whiskey, wine with runningThe Running Birds' Whiskey and Wine 5K on April 25 at Oak Mountain State Park offers six beverage tastings along an untimed course, with a bottle of wine or whiskey at the finish line.
280 Living at Thursday, April 16, 2026 5:04:42 PM
Birminghams chicken festival is back on May 2—get tickets now??CHICKEN FESTIVAL: The second annual Furnace Chicken Festival is back! Get your tickets.?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 3:04:47 PM
Earth Day: 10 Ways to give back in Birmingham?? EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22: Here's how to give back and get involved across Birmingham.
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
23 Birmingham home listings to check out now (April 17-19)?? LIKE WHAT YOU SEE?: Browse new home listings in Birmingham, Mountain Brook, Vestavia + more, then book a tour to see your favorites. NowPartner...
Bham Now at Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:04:53 AM
Rep. Sewell Presses RFK on 2024 Comments He Made Suggesting Black Children Should Be Re-Parentedsewell.house.gov Washington D.C. — During a Thursday House Ways and Means Committee hearing, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) questioned Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about his previous comments suggesting that Black children with ADHD should be “re-parented.” Sewell pressed the Secretary to clarify and account for those remarks, which he now […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 9:03:43 AM
Alabama Power lineman Mike Goldman hangs up toolbelt after working safely 57 years1969 was a remarkable year. Apollo 11 made history with its first flight to the moon, making Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin worldwide heroes. Boeing 747 took its first flight. A postage stamp cost 5 cents, a gallon of gas was 35 cents, and Richard M. Nixon was president. That year, Michael was the most [...]...
Alabama Power at Saturday, April 18, 2026 4:33:41 AM
City of Birmingham Again Urges Judge to Force Return of Fluoride to Water SystemBy Riley Conlon | WVTM The city of Birmingham is again pressing a Jefferson County judge to order Central Alabama Water to restore fluoride to its drinking water system, arguing in a new court filing that the utility violated state law, created a public health risk and concealed the removal from the public. The filing […]...
Birmingham Times at Friday, April 17, 2026 11:03:39 PM
Your guide to 44 coffee shops across Greater Birmingham? COFFEE SHOPS: You deserve a caffeine treat, Birmingham... where are you headed?...
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 9:04:44 PM
Upcoming Saturday lane closure on US-280 in Shelby County: What you need to know?? Expect 280 Shelby County delays on Saturday, April 18.
Bham Now at Friday, April 17, 2026 3:04:47 PM
Spring craft fair brings local vendors and family fun to ChelseaShoppers can browse handmade goods and support local businesses during a daylong community event.
280 Living at Thursday, April 16, 2026 5:04:42 PM
New Michigan-based Yemeni coffee shop coming soon to US-280? MORE YEMENI COFFEE: Shibam Coffee Co. is opening its first Alabama location in Inverness, emphasizing Yemeni coffee culture and supporting local farmers with fair practices...
Bham Now at Sunday, April 19, 2026 4:04:47 AM
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