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STEM lab created for ‘hands-on learning’ time
In the city of Birmingham, “alternative” schools are those reserved for kids who have exhibited behavior problems or had a tough time adjusting to regular school. Read more
Dec 18, 2018
12:30 PM
Rendering courtesy of BJCC.
New stadium will help neighborhoods, officials say
The 55,000-seat, $174 million stadium, the new home for UAB Blazers football, will “be the finest facility of its kind in the state,” said UAB President Ray Watts. Read more
Jan 16, 2019
11:32 AM
Opera Birmingham goes beyond classics with edgy Vietnam drama
The company will present “Glory Denied” on Friday, Jan. 25, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 27, at 2:30 p.m. Read more
Dec 18, 2018
12:34 PM
Photo by Alyx Chandler.
Grant leads to free group sports at Avondale Elementary
Robinson, along with a few other LJCC staff members and volunteers, works as a coach for the children each Thursday afternoon, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Read more
Jan 16, 2019
1:30 PM
Photo courtesy of Birmingham Pedal Tours.
Birmingham Pedal Tours amps up in city
After watching the party tours grow over the last year, he said they’re excited to be able to offer even more for travelers and locals: historic tours. Read more
Jan 16, 2019
11:29 AM
Altamont student wins award for volunteer work
Edwards gave more than 100 hours of her time the last year, according to an Altamont spokesperson. Read more
Jan 16, 2019
11:19 AM
Photo courtesy of Claire Datnow.
Birds, kids benefit from Putnam School habitat rehabilitation
Birmingham Audubon is taking the lead in the restoration, which will make the habitat “the best it can be for the birds who live here and the students who learn here,” said Kelly Baker of JVTF. Read more
Jan 16, 2019
11:11 AM
Photo by Jesse Chambers
Mayor remembers slain officer at City Council meeting
Randall Woodfin honored a Birmingham police officer killed Sunday in the line of duty. Read more
Jan 15, 2019
1:16 PM
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A few days left to make nominations for IGNITE Volunteer Awards
The awards, given by Hands on Birmingham, honor unsung volunteers in a five-county area. Read more
Jan 14, 2019
9:51 AM
Ex-Brave David Justice to speak at ABF dinner
The American Baseball Foundation will host its 18th annual Lead Off Dinner at The Club on Jan. 18. Read more
Dec 18, 2018
12:33 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers
City Council Roundup: Recycling, neighborhood elections
The council also wants to see changes in the state Mayor-Council Act in 2019. Read more
Jan 8, 2019
1:52 PM
Photo courtesy of Nelson Brooke
Black Warrior Riverkeeper still at home in Forest Park
Founded in 2001, Black Warrior Riverkeeper serves as the water-quality watchdog for a 17-county area and monitors coal mines and industrial facilities with patrols on foot or by truck, boat and plane. Read more
Dec 26, 2018
12:32 PM
Photos by Jesse Chambers
Birmingham City Council swears in 2 new members
The body is now back to a full complement of 9 members for the New Year. Read more
Jan 2, 2019
11:53 AM
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Space One Eleven to offer spring art classes for kids and teens
Space One Eleven, a non-profit art gallery downtown, has offered youth art classes for decades. Read more
Dec 18, 2018
12:32 PM
Photo courtesy of Eve Parker
Avondale library offers free monthly ukulele lessons
On the first Saturday of each month, the Avondale branch of the Birmingham Public Library hosts Ukulele 101. Read more
Dec 18, 2018
12:28 PM
Self-taught bakers win The Big Pitch, plan expansion
Beehive Baking Company plans to spend the money on a larger production space in Woodlawn. Read more
Dec 18, 2018
12:27 PM
Photo by Jesse Chambers
City Council votes in new members to replace Scales, Tyson
Clinton Woods will represent District 1, and Crystal Smitherman will represent District 6. Read more
Dec 19, 2018
9:06 AM
Ruffner Mountain mines host bat conservation research
Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve was chosen for White Nose Syndrome research. Read more
Nov 14, 2018
3:06 PM
Woodfin honors Coach Clark and UAB Blazers at council meeting
Bill Clark showed off his football team's Conference UAS championship trophy. Read more
Dec 11, 2018
2:55 PM
IPC renews tradition with Holiday House Tour
Independent Presbyterian Church will host its 69th annual Holiday House Tour. Read more
Nov 14, 2018
12:54 PM
