If you’ve turned on a TV or opened up Twitter lately, you’ve seen a national spotlight on Bessemer, Alabama. Recently, Bessemer received another country-wide accolade as Fast Company ran a photo essay of just a few of the workers that make up the heart of Bessemer.
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If you’re always on the hunt for your next caffeine fix, Birmingham’s thriving coffee scene is perfect for you. Luckily, there are plenty of Birmingham coffee roasters who make it even easier to caffeinate your day, whether you’re purchasing by the bag or supporting their brick and mortars.
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If you’re a real estate agent or a homeowner in the market to buy or sell a home, chances are your plate is overflowing with things to do. Well guess what, we discovered something that will help lighten your load. It’s Maestro Maintenance Management’s at Home subscription service, and wow were we impressed. Read on to discover five reasons why you should sign up for this service ASAP. Don’t want to wait? Sign up now for just $4.99—this flash sale won’t last long!
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Iron City Pizza Company is now open for business at the iconic Five Point South Spanish Stores building in between Chez Fonfon and “What’s on 2nd” across from the Storyteller Fountain.
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Yellow taxi cabs aren’t just for hoofing it around New York City. In Birmingham, one of them sings, dances and provides local pre-K children with resources to grow their language and development skills. Vocabby’s World, a local vocabulary program sponsored by PNC Bank, is teaching new concepts to little learners through a fun mascot and community partnerships.
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We’ve just come out of Infertility Awareness Week (April 18-24, 2021), and I for one saw a number of friends posting intimate glimpses into their fertility journeys as a way to give others hope. In that same spirit, we reached out to Dr. Chris Allemand of ART Fertility Program of Alabama at the Women’s Medical Center at Brookwood Baptist to learn more about this all-too-common challenge and what options are available in Birmingham.
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The Rotaract Club of Birmingham is hosting their annual Foundation Ball and we’re ready for any excuse to dress up. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 15 if you’re ready to have a ball. Not only is it the perfect time to hit the dance floor, but you’re helping raise money for Rotaract’s three signature service projects. Keep reading for the deets and how you can get involved.
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This is my favorite time of year. The Cahaba lilies begin emerging on the Cahaba River. And this year you can enjoy them several ways. Here is how.
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Cold take: summer is the best time for movies. You can watch them inside and outside, the biggest hits of the year are often released and it’s a great activity on days it’s just too hot to do anything else. So, grab your popcorn and dive into our guide on the best places to catch a film this summer.
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Drive up, get your shot, drive off. Thanks to Celeste Reese-Willis, M.D., Birminghamians have a hassle-free option to receive their COVID-19 vaccine at the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport’s drive-thru vaccination site. But she’s not alone—learn how United Way of Central Alabama (UWCA) and its affinity groups play a role in this monumental feat.
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Ready to enhance your art collection and support local artists? Now you can for free—thanks to Free Art Bham, a global movement that’s thriving in the Magic City. Find out how it got started and how you can participate.
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When baby turns one, there’s no better way to ring in the occassion than letting them loose on their very own smash cake. So get those cameras ready, because these five bakers around the greater Birmingham area offer custom smash cakes for the ultimate first dessert experience.
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It’s rare for an assistant professor with a three-year tenure at a particular university to be able to say they’ve a) helped shape an entirely new doctoral program (the UNA EDBA), b) won a College of Business Faculty Research Award and c) helped start a Women in Business group. But for Dr. Erin Gillespie, that’s all in a day’s work. Keep reading to learn more about Gillespie and her role in shaping the University of North Alabama’s new Executive Doctor of Business Administration program.
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True pro football fans start missing the thrill of football this time of year. Luckily, if you’re missing football, the Alabama Fire Women’s Tackle Football team has announced their first home game for this Saturday, May 8 at Wenonah High School. Check out how you can support the Fire.
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For plant people, orchids are notorious for being difficult. Like a moody teenager, orchids need a lot of time, care and love from those around them. So if you’re looking to get started with one of these beautiful and delicate flowers, we’ve got seven shops where you can find them in Birmingham.
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