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Bham-area Scouts commemorate Flag Day with flag retirement ceremonies
7 reasons you don’t want to miss TheMGB Juneteenth Fest at Legion Field
FDA approves innovative Alzheimer’s drug tested at UAB
The 5 best places to stargaze in Birmingham + info on the upcoming solar eclipse
For a lot of people the warm nights of summer mean stargazing. With a partial solar eclipse coming up this week, it’s good to have your stargazing spots already planned out.
Ever wondered what to do when you encounter injured wildlife? We’ve got answers
As we head into summer, Alabama wildlife is out and about. But it can be tricky to know what to do when you find an injured animal and how you can help them the best. We spoke with the Alabama…
What you need to know about the American Rescue Plan + how it’s helping Alabamians with healthcare costs
Sponsored If you’ve been hearing about the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, you probably still have a lot of unanswered questions about how you could benefit when it comes to your individual insurance in Alabama. We broke it down…
Jumpstart your summer adventure with LEGO Day, Saturday, June 12
Summer is here and Birmingham’s McWane Science Center is kicking it off with a bang. From LEGO Day on Saturday, June 12 to F9: The Fast Saga in IMAX, find out what’s ahead this June.
Meet the determined organization caring for local seniors + find out how to get help
“Nobody’s been old before.” This simple statement said by Susan Hackney, SHIP Coordinator for United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA), led to a discussion on where to get help for seniors in Jefferson County.
5 ways to Celebrate Children’s of Alabama + 110 years of caring for our state’s most vulnerable
As the only freestanding medical center in Alabama that’s solely dedicated to the treatment and care of children, Children’s of Alabama is a powerhouse in our state. We can’t think of a better year to go big for an organization…
Honest advice led this nurse to pursue an Executive MBA + how it changed her career
I don’t know too many people who haven’t been rethinking almost everything since the pandemic started. For Angie Kurosaka, like many others, that self-reflection led her to go back to school. Since the fall of 2020, this seasoned healthcare professional…
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…
Are dentists’ offices the new spas? Diamond Smiles says ‘yes’
It’s okay to admit that no amount of HGTV shows will make you feel comfortable when in the dentist chair. At Diamond Smiles Dentistry, they’re changing those anxious feelings by offering a luxury dentist experience. Learn how these offices have…
5 reasons why the Birmingham Museum of Art is an outstanding venue to host your next event
Hooray! After 15 long months, the Birmingham Museum of Art is back to booking in-person events starting on August 1. It’s easy to imagine why the museum is a unique place to host a party or wedding, but we are…
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…