Category Civic
See how recycling 15.5M + oyster shells helps restore Alabama’s shores
Johnny’s Restaurant, Galley & Garden earn 95+ food service scores in May
Several Birmingham area restaurants including Galley and Garden on Birmingham’s Southside, Johnny’s Restaurant in Homewood, and Heritage Coffee in Ensley received 95 and above on their food service scores in May 2021.
A “how to” guide to Jefferson County’s emergency rental assistance program
If you are a Jefferson County renter who is unable to pay your rent and utility bills because you have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, help is on the way.
Southtown Court demolition and site prep to begin this summer
The demolition and site prep of Southtown Court public housing on Birmingham’s Southside is set to begin this summer, according to a Housing Authority of the Birmingham District (HABD) news release.
Two Birmingham area businesses begin an innovative partnership
Inside look at Protective Stadium and its new seat installation (video & photos)
Protective Stadium reached another milestone this week with the installation of their new seats in the center of the stadium. How do they look and feel? Very comfortable. Just ask UAB Head Coach Bill Clark.
9 Veterans Memorials in and around Birmingham. (25 photos)
In honor of our fellow citizens who gave the ultimate sacrifice to our country, this Memorial Day weekend, I visited 9 veteran memorials in and around Birmingham that remember the fallen in war and peace time.
Playing high school sports this year was a blessing says retiring AHSAA Executive Director
“It was a blessing.” That’s how retiring Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Executive Director Steve Savarese summed up the end of the 2020-21 high school sports year, which saw every AHSAA-sanctioned sport start and complete their season on time…
Can we prevent this 100% fatal deer disease from invading Alabama? Here’s how you can help.
Ask wildlife professionals, what is the most pressing conservation issue facing the state of Alabama. Most would say CWD, which stands for Chronic Wasting Disease in deer.
UAB is one of Forbes’ best employers for new graduates
Postgrad life is no joke, but finding a job you love helps make it a smooth transition. Birmingham is the 12th best city for new college grads, and according to Forbes, the University of Alabama at Birmingham is one of…
5 ways to celebrate National Trails Day in Bham
Craving a staycation? We’ve got you covered with 9 unique Airbnbs in Birmingham, starting at $49/night
Things are heating up and we’re ready to head on our next adventure. Luckily, we don’t need a passport or plane ticket thanks to these 9 Airbnbs in Birmingham that’ll make you feel like you’re seeing the city through a…
7 of the oldest congregations in Birmingham, across 6 major religions
Continuing Bham Now’s series of “Birmingham’s oldest” in celebration of the Magic City’s 150th birthday, we’re talking about the oldest houses of worship across six major world religions. Keep reading to learn more about Birmingham’s oldest faith centers and as…
Birmingham Promise receives $7 MILLION in donations for local students
Birmingham Promise now has a massive $7M in donations to help Birmingham City School students. Thanks to three very generous corporate gifts, the program from the City of Birmingham will provide local students with scholarships, paid apprenticeships and more.