Meet the group that seeks to redevelop abandoned places in Birmingham on March 12
Have you ever wondered how places and buildings like The Lyric, the Denham Building and Regions Field are saved and re-developed?
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West Homewood’s 186 Building gets a huge makeover (Photos)
Since 1965, the 186 Building stood as one of the most recognizable buildings in West Homewood. However, this former self-service car wash building fell into disrepair over the years. Now, new owner Ignite Properties gave this iconic building a facelift.…
The Pink House documentary premieres tonight at Homewood City Hall at 7PM
In September of 2019, locals rejoiced when Homewood’s historic Pink House was saved from a redeveloper’s wrecking ball. Now, a local filmmaker has created a short documentary about the residence. The Pink House documentary premieres tonight, January 30 at 7PM…
“A destination for innovation.” The Switch is coming to downtown Birmingham
Downtown Birmingham just. keeps. going. Big plans have been getting announced left and right, and we are loving in energy in our Magic City. A new brand for Birmingham’s innovation district was just unveiled, and we’ve got all the details.
Redevelopment brings office space to Birmingham’s 2nd Avenue South
More office space is in the works for 2nd Avenue South in Birmingham’s North Lakeview Historic District. Check out what’s to come.
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Birmingham’s Master Plan Was Revealed and We’ve Got the Rundown. (PHOTOS included)
Birmingham continues to boom and we love to see it! Big opportunities are coming to the city. Local leaders and organizations presented the master plan for the city center earlier this December. Keep reading to see what the future holds…
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Everything you need to know about Birmingham’s Carraway Hospital Development
After months of speculation, we finally know the name of the upcoming development on the old Carraway Hospital site. The name of the mixed-use entertainment district is…drumroll please…Northside Park! Here’s what you need to know.
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Blooming Birmingham: Planting 5000 flowers around Children’s of Alabama and Parkside District
Birmingham’s Parkside District, home to Children’s of Alabama, Ronald McDonald House, Railroad Park and Regions Field is “blooming” with over 5000 flowers today.
Five Points South could be Birmingham’s next Entertainment District. Hearing on December 17
Five Points South may soon become Birmingham’s next Entertainment District. What does this mean?
Mason Music Foundation empowering students, reviving Woodlawn Theatre
Listen up, Birmingham! There’s a new community-based music program headed to Woodlawn. Thanks to the owner of Mason Music, the former Woodlawn Theatre space is getting a new lease on life. Read on to find out more.
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“A pivotal moment for the city of Birmingham.” Something BIG is coming to Parkside
Something huge is brewing in downtown Birmingham. Next September marks the 10 year anniversary of Railroad Park’s opening, and over the past decade, the area surrounding the park has taken on a life of its own. Some big players in…
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Ensley’s Ramsay-McCormick Building is about to get some major TLC from the City of Birmingham.
In 1983, US Steel sold Ensley’s Ramsay-McCormick building to the City of Birmingham for $1. Now, 36 years later, this 1929 Art Deco building is about to get some major TLC. Keep reading for all the details.
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Big changes coming to the Southtown neighborhood in Birmingham. Find out the latest details here.
Last week, the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District (HABD) took a big step forward in the renewal of Southtown Court. The HABD board of commissioners unanimously approved the agreement for the redevelopment plan for Southtown. Here’s what you need…
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A sneak peek inside Birmingham’s cultural jewel – Prince Hall Masonic Temple. Photos!
Have you heard of the Prince Hall Masonic Temple? Once the cornerstone of Birmingham’s black community, the Masonic Temple Building has since fallen into a state of disrepair. However, the Prince Hall Masons are determined to restore this historic building…
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Explore Birmingham’s historic theaters, past and present, from downtown to Five-Points South
Every night, the bright lights of the Lyric and Alabama Theatres are bound to dazzle both visitors and natives alike. I toured downtown to discover what remains of the 73 theaters that once made up the Birmingham Historic Theater district.