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Camp in style, comfort at new Oak Mountain glamping site
Oak Mountain State Park now offers six glamping tent sites with amenities like AC, beds and mini-fridges, blending outdoor beauty with indoor comfort.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:05:17 AM
City of Birmingham Expands Online Tax Payment Services; Discontinues Mail-In Payment Optionbirminghamal.gov The City of Birminghams Finance Department is expanding its online tax payment services as part of its ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, enhance customer convenience, and modernize payment operations. Beginning July 1, 2026, tax payments will only be accepted via the citys secure online payment platform or in person at city hall. Tax payments […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:43 AM
Oak Mountain students named National Merit ScholarsTwo Oak Mountain High School students were recognized as National Merit Scholars for the Class of 2026.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:04:38 PM
Shepherd named 2026 Birmingham All-Metro Player of the YearOak Mountains Kati Anne Shepherd was named Birmingham All-Metro Player of the Year as players from Briarwood, Chelsea, Oak Mountain and Spain Park earned top honors from area coaches.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Hoover City Council changes approval process for data centersAnyone seeking a permit to build a data center now will be required to get approval from the Hoover City Council.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Chelsea zoning board recommends approval for 20 homes next to Forest ParksThe request now goes to the Chelsea City Council.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Jags wrestler honored as scholar-athleteSpain Park's Bradley Williams earned the Blankenship Student-Athlete Award, a three-time state wrestling champion with a 4.0 GPA who overcame a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis while achieving four-time All-American honors, heading to Maryland.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 2:05:13 PM
Review: & Juliet at the BJCC Flips the Script on Shakespearean Tragedy — and Audiences Will be GlaBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times There was an audible sense of surprise in the room the moment opening night began. The curtain rose, and audiences at the Birmingham–Jefferson Convention Complex were met not with sweeping tragedy or a familiar Shakespearean overture, but with a slowed-down rendition of Larger Than Life by the Backstreet […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:04:34 AM
MeasurementBeep! Beep! “Vocabby likes to measure things and make labels!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00:56 AM
Eric Essix 30: A RetrospectiveFor a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Celebrating the Alys Stephens Centers 30th Anniversary, Eric Essix returns for a landmark concert that honors past, present, and future. This special evening marks the […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:15 PM
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Announces Temporary Closure Amid Complex, Longstanding IssuesBy Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute announced that it will be closed temporarily until further notice effective Friday, May 22, due to maintenance issues. The institute said in a statement that the closure is because of ongoing HVAC system failure impacting the facility. The institutes President and CEO Deborah Bowie said […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:40 AM
Southern Classic Food to create 82 jobs in Alabama with $14.2M expansionSouthern Classic Food Group LLC plans to invest an additional $14.2 million at its facility in Pike County, a project that is expected to add 82 jobs over the next two years. The companys Brundidge operation supports the production of a variety of sauces, dressings and related food products for branded and private-label customers. Increased demand [...]...
Alabama Power at Friday, May 22, 2026 11:05:01 PM
Alabama Cities Should Follow the Lead of This South Carolina CityBy Doug Martinson Editors note: This column appeared recently in the Huntsville Real-Time News . I thought people in Birmingham might be interested in what leaders in Huntsville are saying about their city and ours. I recently went to a wedding in Greenville, SC, which is a very well planned and beautiful city and one … Continue reading Alabama Cities Should Follow the Lead of This South Carolina City →...
Comeback Town at Friday, May 22, 2026 9:01:30 AM
“Look at how they are dropping all the funding for education. Look how they are building more prisonJEFFERSON COUNTY DISTRICT 2 COMMISSIONER SHEILA TYSON, WHO BROUGHT THREE BUSES OF PEOPLE FROM BIRMINGHAM TO THE RALLY IN MONTGOMERY FOR “ALL ROADS LEAD TO THE SOUTH,” THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES, MAY 21.
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 4:03:44 AM
Scales & Tails program brings live animals to Oak MountainVisitors can meet reptiles, amphibians and birds while learning about Alabama wildlife and ecosystems.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Painted Tree Boutiques closes Hoover-area locationPainted Tree Boutiques on U.S. 280 closed suddenly April 14, impacting more than 200 local vendors.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!For a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Experience gravity-defying thrills and mechanical marvels as Cirque Mechanics brings Tilt! to the Alys Stephens Center Jemison Concert Hall stage. Inspired by the exhilaration and artistry of amusement […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:13 PM
New Life Church to host inaugural Missions Market in WestoverThe community market will feature local vendors while supporting missions programs through vendor sales.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Supreme Court Ruling Puts Congresswoman Terri Sewells Alabama District at RiskSecond of Three Parts By Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times The U.S. Supreme Courts decision in a case that gutted Section Two of the landmark Voting Rights Act is throwing Alabama congressional districts into uncertainty, including District 7, represented by Congresswoman Terri Sewell. “The Supreme Court decision means that partisan gerrymandering is OK, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:41 AM
SpaceBeep! Beep! “Vocabby is studying space!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, are welcome. Please […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00:58 AM
New medical office building breaks ground in Homewood?? UNDER CONSTRUCTION: A new building for Vitalogy Wellness Center & Med Spa is being built in Homewood, emphasizing holistic health + community-focused medical services.
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
Data center growth in Alabama: 492 Alabamians weigh in?? DATA CENTER GROWTH: Data centers are popping up all over the state. Is Alabama ready?
#datacenters #alabama...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:09:37 PM
AHSAA releases new alignments for upcoming school yearsThe AHSAA's new reclassification separates public and private schools for the first time. Hoover and Spain Park both land in Class 6A, joining new regional alignments for 2026-28.
280 Living at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:05:17 AM
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Bham Now at Monday, May 11, 2026 7:05:00 AM
Meet the candidates: Shelby County Schools District 3Ahead of Alabamas primary election, take a closer look at the candidates, including their backgrounds, priorities and experience in one of the key races impacting local voters.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Play it Again SamBeep! Beep! “Vocabby loves music!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, are welcome. Please arrive […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00:55 AM
Birmingham Zoo named #1 attraction in the city—heres whats new?? BIRMINGHAM'S TOP ATTRACTION: Our Zoo is #1! Dinosaurs, giraffes + more...see which animals have been added. ?? NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
Hero Doughnuts founder apparently reopening Homewood location?? HERO REOPENING? Hero Doughnuts in Homewood may reopen soon, according to encouraging updates from founder Wil Drake...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 9:09:37 PM
Jags softball finishes 4th at stateSpain Park High School made its first state tournament appearance since 2022.
280 Living at Thursday, May 21, 2026 3:04:44 AM
Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales Clinches Victory in District 1By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales defeated Birmingham City Councilor Clinton Woods in the May 19 Democratic Primary to continue her tenure serving District 1. The two-term incumbent claimed 60 percent of votes, according to unofficial results. When Scales was first elected as the Jefferson County Commissioner for […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:04:05 AM
250 miles in 56 hours: UAB grad sets new Cocodona ultramarathon record?? WOW!! UAB alum Rachel Entrekin set the course record at the Cocodona 250 ultramarathon in Arizona.
#Cocodona250 #UAB...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 8:09:08 AM
Gather with JVTF to Support Community Gardening, Food Access, Education and Culinary InstructionSpecial to the Times Jones Valley Teaching Farm (JVTF) is hosting a special fundraising event to support its Good Community Food programs. The event, titled Gather, will take place on Saturday, May 30 at Jones Valley Teaching Farms Center for Food Education in downtown Birmingham. Gather will feature food from local chefs, locally donated beer […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:04:33 AM
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute to close temporarily amid complex, longstanding issuesThe Birmingham Civil Rights Institute closed indefinitely due to HVAC failure and mounting deferred maintenance costs.
AL.com at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:06:03 PM
6 spring drinks to try right now in Birmingham???? SPRING MENU ITEMS: We rounded up a few seasonal cocktails and coffee across Bham... comment your fav and what we should try next!...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
May is Preservation Month—2 Birmingham events for history buffs?? PRESERVATION MONTH EVENTS: Check out a couple of ways Bham is celebrating Preservation Month this May.
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Woodfins Proposed $615M Budget Prioritizes Birmingham Neighborhood Investment, Youth and Housing StBy Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin on Tuesday presented a proposed $615 million operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to the Birmingham City Council, outlining what he described as a continued investment in neighborhoods, city employees and young people while expanding funding for violence intervention, public transportation and homelessness […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:54 AM
Terri Sewell Never Forgot Where She Came From — and Selma Never Forgot HerFirst of Three Parts By Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times There was a time when U.S. Representative Terri Sewell didnt think stepping into the political arena was for her, even though being of service to others was a top priority. Her trajectory changed after a conversation during a Bloody Sunday commemoration event in […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:47 AM
Shelby County primary election results: Gunn wins school superintendentTwo state legislators representing parts of the U.S. 280 corridor were defeated in Tuesday's Republican primary.
280 Living at Thursday, May 21, 2026 3:04:44 AM
New art gallery Visual Feast now open in Hoover??? NEW ART GALLERY: Visual Feast Gallery, located in Hoover, showcases Rose Cook's abstract art and handmade pieces while offering art classes + workshops. The gallery is seeking emerging artists to join its collection!...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
See 12 new home listings in Birmingham—May 8-10?? JUST LISTED: These standout properties hit top neighborhoods across Greater Birmingham. Act fast before they're gone! NowPartner...
Bham Now at Sunday, May 10, 2026 7:04:43 AM
Birmingham Singer, Filmmaker Hope to Inspire With Sherri Brown Live Memorial Day WeekendBy Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times A broken foot led to what would become the ultimate concert experience of Sherri Brown Live, happening May 24 at WORKPLAY. “During that time, I had a lot of time to think about what was next,” Birmingham performer Sherri Brown said. “A lot of prayers were happening, […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:55 AM
UAB Track Athlete and Nursing Graduate Lands Dream Job at Childrens of AlabamaBy Frank Couch | UAB News Taylor Washington, a spring 2026 Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate, found her home at the University of Alabama at Birmingham when she first stepped on campus. Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Washington was passionate about helping children and succeeding as a track athlete. After visiting a few colleges, Washingtons parents, who grew […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:42 AM
Turning Pain into Purpose: Rep. Sewells Fight to Make Cancer Screening AvailableThird of Three Parts By Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (D-Alabama) turned her personal pain into a groundbreaking piece of legislation with the potential to save countless lives. In late January, the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening (MCED) Coverage Act — named after the Congresswomans mother […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 12:03:42 AM
Protecting What Youve Built: Why Business Owners Should Think About Their Succession PlanBy J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Business owners often have a million things to juggle with day-to-day operations. Have you taken the time to slow down and think about what you can be doing now to prepare yourself and your business for later in life? If the answer is no, you arent alone. Although 76% of […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:04:34 AM
Jags beat Northridge, advance to state finalSpain Park High School swept Northridge to enter the Class 6A state finals.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:04:43 AM
History Started Here: A New Voting Rights Movement Rises in Selma and MontgomeryBy Shauna Stuart | For the Birmingham Times When the Rev. Otis Dion Culliver, pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church, got the request to host the mass meeting for a national day of action to mobilize a new voting rights era, he knew the church had to heed the call. In 1963, the historic church was […]...
Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:57 AM
Birmingham Stallions seeking to play 4 more gamesThe United Football League team has a three-game winning streak and two contests remaining on its regular-season schedule.
AL.com at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:06:03 PM
65-year-old convicted in killing of locksmith at Birmingham gas station during dispute over $200A Jefferson County jury on Thursday found Michael Kermit Murray guilty of provocation manslaughter in the 2023 shooting death of 36-year-old Darnell Michael Puidokes.
AL.com at Thursday, May 21, 2026 5:05:44 PM
Birmingham's civil rights foot soldiers share why new district maps worry themBirmingham foot soldiers who fought for voting rights in the 1960s say the new congressional maps could undermine the progress they marched to achieve.
AL.com at Thursday, May 21, 2026 5:05:44 PM
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Birmingham Times at Saturday, May 23, 2026 5:03:44 AM
Matt Wilson ready for Division IAfter 12 years leading the Gulf South Conference, Birmingham-rooted Matt Wilson has been named the next commissioner of the NCAA Division I Ohio Valley Conference.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
TransportationBeep! Beep! “Vocabby loves to travel!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, are welcome. Please […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00:57 AM
Hoover named one of Best Communities for Music Education in Alabama for 2026Other districts receiving the designation included Shelby County, Alabaster, Albertville, Auburn, Homewood, Lee County, Trussville and Vestavia Hills.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Developer seeks rezoning for 14.5 acres off Shelby County 36 in ChelseaTDR Building wants to put 17 more homes on land just west of the Windstone West subdivision.
280 Living at Saturday, May 23, 2026 2:05:00 PM
Alabama Quietly Killing Thousands of Dogs and Cats. Heres What Were Doing in Birmingham to Save ThBy Robert Watkins News Flash! If you are a dog or cat and can choose your birth state, you might want to avoid Alabama — no matter how cutely you wag your tail, shake hands with your paw, or roll over on command. Alabama has a problem that most people dont know about. Our state … Continue reading Alabama Quietly Killing Thousands of Dogs and Cats. Heres What We’re Doing in Birmingham to Save Them →...
Comeback Town at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:02:11 PM
Sheriff Mark Pettway Handily Wins Democratic Nomination for Third TermBy Javacia Harris Bowser and Shauna Stuart | The Birmingham Times In a landslide victory on Tuesday, two-term incumbent Mark Pettway won the 2026 Democratic primary for the office of Jefferson County Sheriff. According to unofficial results with 99 percent of the precincts reporting, Pettway secured 65,130 votes or 75 percent against challengers former Birmingham […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:04:35 AM
I Told Her She Was the One. I Remember Saying That in My Long, Nervous SpeechBy: Mia Watkins | For the Birmingham Times Kwoya Fagin Maples & Marcus Maples Live: Vestavia Hills Married: August 8, 2009 Met: One dance was all it took to set Kwoya Fagin Maples and Marcus Maples. The two met at a party at the University of Alabamas The Venue. “She was flanked by two guys,” […]...
Birmingham Times at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:04:35 AM
Down by the PondBeep! Beep! “Vocabby takes a trip to the pond!” Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play. This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years. All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00:54 AM
Ukulele Orchestra of Great BritainFor a limited time, become an arts member to unlock exclusive presale access and secure the best available seats before tickets go on sale to the public. Become a Member Featuring brilliantly reimagined ukulele covers of contemporary favorites, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain brings its internationally acclaimed blend of music and comedy to the UAB Alys Stephens Center in […]
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Alys Stephens Center at Thursday, May 21, 2026 4:30:14 PM
Teen convicted in Birmingham murder of 16-year-old who died in his parents armsA Jefferson County jury on Friday convicted Christian Cole, who was 17 at the time of the killing, in the 2024 slaying of 16-year-old Jaylin Jenkins.
AL.com at Friday, May 22, 2026 8:06:03 PM
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