100 Years of Birmingham Business
Take a stroll down town, or in any of the historic towns on the outskirts of Birmingham, and you will find yourself walking past years of business that has gone through a multitude of culture changes and innovations.
Category Business
UAB Football Breaks Ground on New Training Facility
It has been quite a journey for the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Football team. It’s been two years since the program was shut down and nearly one year since it was reinstated because of the public outcry from the…
Moratorium Issued for Alabaster/119
The city of Alabaster has set a moratorium, or restriction, on all future development along the area between U.S. 31 and Mission Hills Road.
Bham’s Foodie Heaven: Pizitz Building
The scene of innovation in Birmingham is astounding. From startups in tech, to the renovation of a 1920 style buildings housing “chef incubators” Our city doesn’t seem to be sleeping.
Development Proceeds Infrastructure: Vestavia
When I say 5 o’clock, or 280, some people (or most, but lets not get too confident) would think of traffic, bad drivers, crappy roads, congested intersections, etc… I mean, the list goes on and on, but one thing’s for…
Hey Hoover! Frank Brocato Will be Your Next Mayor!
Frank Brocato plans to increase spending on schools. Will take office as Hoover Mayor in November, defeating incumbent Gary Ivey. Read more here.
On Again. Off Again. On Again. Lottery Bill Tabled?
The House continues to debate Governor Bentley’s lottery bill, with amendments, into late hours. Read more from AL.com
Innovation Depots Velocity Accelerator: Birmingham’s Startup Bootcamp
With over 200 people in attendance, the Velocity Accelerator was welcomed into Birmingham this past Tuesday. Velocity Accelerator is boot camp for #startups at @innovationdepot @MadeinAL @EDPAlabama pic.twitter.com/gWUhSk586y — Alabama NewsCenter (@alnewscenter) August 25, 2016
Birmingham Holds Top 2 Spots in Most Segregated School Districts by Poverty
Birmingham has come a long way, but we still need to make things better for everyone. This report by NPR, shows that Birmingham, Alabama holds the top 2 spots when comparing poverty by school districts across the U.S. We…
Woodfin to Run for Birmingham Mayor
Attorney Randall Woodfin plans to run for Birmingham Mayor and will officially announce his candidacy on August 27th, one year before the mayoral election. Elected to the Birmingham Board of Education, Woodfin served as president from 2013 – 2015. Read more…
Spireworks, a Blend of Food and Innovation
As innovation week ensues, some big news for the Innovation Depot has surfaced!
Century Plaza Has Prospective Buyer
Once the booming place to shop – and disco dance – Century Plaza has been vacant since 2009 suffering from the opening of newer, shinier malls like Hover’s Galleria. But now, a prospective buyer, New Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church,…
Birmingham Luxury Home Market Growing
Like many industries in Birmingham, the luxury home market is in an evolving state. With every thing happening down town… the luxury buyers kinda migrate back that way. You are seeing really hot markets in Forest Park Redmont area for…
Birmingham Local Coffee Houses
Whether you’re studying, working, writing, reading, or just catching up with Friends, coffee houses are great for just about any occasion. So, the next time you need a little get away with a cup of Joe, check out these Birmingham coffee houses.
New Stadium and Significant Renovations Proposed for #BJCC
New open air stadium, new Legacy arena, improved aesthetics and more were proposed to the board of the BJCC this week. Renovations would tally close to $300M with Birmingham and Jefferson County pitching in. The stadium would be used by…