

![Swimming conditions for July 4th holiday look good in Cahaba & Coosa watersheds [SEE MAPS] Swimming conditions for July 4th holiday look good in Cahaba & Coosa watersheds [SEE MAPS]](https://i0.wp.com/bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/20230512_134955-scaled-e1688305912991.jpg?fit=768%2C401&quality=89&ssl=1)
Swimming conditions for July 4th holiday look good in Cahaba & Coosa watersheds [SEE MAPS]

From Fort Payne to Dauphin Island, 29 places to learn about nature in Alabama

Happiness – an unexpected bonus of installing residential solar

Unhealthy levels of air pollution triggers CODE ORANGE for Birmingham— it is not all Canada’s fault

United Way of Central Alabama launched their First Centennial Park Project

How you can get involved in wildlife watching + nature education efforts in Alabama

Curbside recycling pickup set to resume in Birmingham on June 7

Lose yourself in the epic adventure of Shrek The Musical—June 2-25 at Red Mountain Theatre

Swimming in the Cahaba + Coosa watersheds this Memorial Day? Check your local “swim guide” first

Birmingham Recycling and Recovery fire a “devastating blow” to local recycling efforts

Darter Fest: Alabama’s first waste-free festival happening on May 7
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5 ways to keep Birmingham beautiful beyond Earth Week [Photos]

Oak Mountain State Park unveils new 2.8 mile multi-use trail
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