


‘Surprise’ 2024 marks the hottest recorded year ever in Birmingham

How one company collected 600 lbs. of recyclables at the Magic City Classic + is creating a sustainable Bham

Local volunteer group building the Southeast’s first adaptive biking trail at Tannehill

Seeing smoke from Oak Mountain State Park? It is a good sign

Birmingham Water Works’ 2025 budget includes 5% rate increase + key initiatives

New canoe launch dedicated in Hoover on the Cahaba River

These 5 animals in Alabama are not found anywhere else in the world

NEW: Tails by the Rails at Ellard Park is now open in Irondale

Homewood approves new habitat project for infamous Lakeshore Owls

Thriving new community garden blossoms in Midfield

You can now explore UAB’s Solar House during the National Solar Tour, Oct. 5

Southern Exposure films donated to all 18 Birmingham Public Library locations
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