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The Birmingham Free Press

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Calera Mayor Resigns Amid Controversy Over Alleged Racial Remarks

CALERA, Ala. — Mayor Kenny Dale Cost resigned Monday amid criticism over alleged racially insensitive remarks made at his home, stepping down a week after publicly apologizing without disclosing what... The post Calera Mayor Resigns Amid Controversy Over Alleged Racial Remarks appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Calera, AL · 3d

Gadget Review

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Alabama Power Cut Down His Old-Growth Oaks While the Condemnation Lawsuit Was Still in Court!

Alabama Power cleared 200-plus yards of Fenn Church's Calera oaks during an active condemnation appeal, raising questions about landowner notice rights.

Alabama · 13h

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Concerts coming to Birmingham area in November

The year is nearing its end, but music lovers in the Birmingham area still have plenty of chances to see a show in 2026.

Birmingham, AL · 2d

Shelby Reporter

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CASA of Shelby County welcomes 5 new volunteers

COLUMBIANA — The Court Appointed Special Advocates of Shelby County announce that five new volunteers have completed their training and have been sworn in as official officers of the court. Their commitment marks an important step forward in the organization’s work to ensure that children who have experienced abuse or neglect have a consistent, caring advocate by their side.

Shelby County, AL · 1d
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Alabama Power seeks restraining order against Calera property owner

Alabama Power has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent Calera property owner Grady Fenn Church from interfering with work on a transmission line project. In court documents filed Wednesday, Nov. 4, the utility alleges Church refused to remain 300 feet away from crews preparing to clear trees and vegetation on his property the previous day.

Calera, AL · 2d

Shelby Reporter

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Oak Mountain State Park preparing for second annual Appalachian Festival

PELHAM – After drawing more than 2,600 visitors for its inaugural celebration last year, Oak Mountain State Park is preparing to welcome the community back for another day of traditional music, mountain crafts, storytelling and Appalachian culture. The park's second annual Appalachian Festival is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7,...

Pelham, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Alabama citizens vote in favor of four constitutional amendments

With the results of the statewide 2026 general election in, citizens voted to approve four amendments to the Constitution of Alabama. Statewide Amendment 1 provides for the election of a lieutenant governor if the office of lieutenant governor becomes vacant during the first two years of a term. Additionally, the amendment authorizes the legislature to set the salary of the lieutenant governor and officers of the Legislature and require any expenditures of the legislative funds for travel to be approved by a legislative officer.

Alabama · 2d

Praise 93.3

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The 10 Richest Cities in Alabama: Where the Money Lives!

One thing is certain: Alabama has more than its fair share of beautiful communities where people are doing exceptionally well.

Alabama · 10d

Praise 93.3

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Halloween Horror: Famous Child Killer Tells Parole Board They Are Moving To Alabama

Paula Sims, whose case inspired the 1990s film Precious Victims, has been approved for parole by the Illinois Prisoner Review Board. She killed her two young children and initially blamed kidnappers before confessing.

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Crews restore water in Alabaster after lightning strike splits 20-foot underground pipe

ALABASTER, Ala. (WBRC) - Water is flowing again for neighbors in Shelby County after a lightning strike knocked out service Wednesday afternoon. Lightning hit a tree along Highway 119 around the Alabaster line, damaging a water pipe and forcing a car off the road, according to witnesses and crews. No one was hurt.

Alabaster, AL · 1d

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Chelsea residents question whether Highway 11 can keep up with growth

CHELSEA, Ala. — A proposed 51-home subdivision has brought a broader question back to Chelsea City Council: can Highway 11 handle the traffic from continued residential and commercial growth?. The proposal, called Pine Ridge, would add homes on about 33 acres along Highway 11 near Chelsea High School. Residents...

Chelsea, AL · 1d

AL.com

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Birmingham seeks to condemn former Midtown auto dealership, owner says redevelopment is planned

The city of Birmingham has filed an emergency request in court, seeking to condemn and demolish three buildings at a former auto dealership that they call blighted and a dangerous nuisance. Even before being served legal notice, the owner of the property told AL.com Friday that he already has a...

Birmingham, AL · 12h

Alabama's 42

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Frustration grows in Sylacauga over efforts to capture stray dogs

SYLACAUGA, Ala. (WIAT) — Frustration is growing among Sylacauga residents as efforts to capture a group of stray dogs continue, with some questioning how the situation is being handled after one of the dogs was found dead. Signs warning people not to feed the dogs have been posted throughout the Sylacauga area, including along Highway […]

Sylacauga, AL · 1d

Alabama's 42

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Birmingham neighbors raise safety concerns as former Carraway Hospital demolition continues

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — As demolition continues at the former Carraway Hospital site in Birmingham, some nearby residents are raising concerns about debris, dust and other issues they say have affected their neighborhood. The former hospital is being torn down to make way for The Star at Uptown development. But as crews continue working, neighbors […]

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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After years of delays, Birmingham changes course on Ramsay-McCormack building

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Despite years of presiding over the court order directing the City of Birmingham to construct a new building at the site of the historic Ramsay-McCormack building, Circuit Court Judge Marshell Jackson Hatcher seemed surprised to see Mayor Randall Woodfin walk into her courtroom Thursday. She also seemed surprised to have City Attorney Nicole King ask permission for the mayor to address the court. When the curious judge finally allowed the mayor to speak, over the objection of plaintiffs attorney Antonio Spurling, what he had to say, surprised business owners WBRC talked to who were waiting to hear when vertical construction would finally begin.

Birmingham, AL · 18h

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Photos: Candy manufacturer plans $3.8M expansion, 60 new jobs in Irondale

IRONDALE, Ala. (WBMA) — A candy manufacturer in Irondale is planning a multimillion-dollar expansion that could bring dozens of new jobs to Jefferson County, with city leaders considering tax incentives to help make the project happen. Sandblast by Creative Concepts Inc., an existing candy manufacturer located at 1500 Georgia...

Irondale, AL · 2d

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City of Birmingham sues owner of 3 Five Points South properties, asks for buildings to be declared public nuisances

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The city of Birmingham has sued the owner of three Five Points South properties and are seeking to have them declared as public nuisances. Officials said the lawsuit was filed Nov. 5 in the Jefferson County Circuit Court and identifies properties at 1923 First Avenue South, 1922 Second Avenue South, and 110 20th Street South. City officials said they are asking the court to require the demolition of the structures at the owner’s expense and appoint a receiver to take control of the properties and address the hazardous conditions.

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Jefferson County Coroner’s Office looking for relatives of 5 people who recently died

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is looking for family members of four men and a woman who recently died. Barbara Carlton, 85, died Oct. 8 of natural causes. She was a tenant of Civic Center Health & Rehabilitation and a patient of Adoration Hospice. There is not a picture of her available.

Jefferson County, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Pelham council considers change to city government after investigation; mayor expects city manager to return

PELHAM – Pelham’s City Council is preparing to take a closer look at the city’s form of government following an independent investigation into allegations involving City Manager Gretchen DiFante, with Mayor Rick Wash saying he expects her administrative leave to be lifted in the near future. During...

Pelham, AL · 1d

The Alabama Initiative for Independent Journalism

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Local Leaders Celebrate Sheriff Mark Pettway’s Third-Term Victory

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway secured a third term Tuesday night, defeating Republican nominee Jacob Reach and earning congratulations from local leaders. A crowd of more than 80 friends, family and supporters gathered at the City Club in downtown Birmingham to celebrate the victories of Pettway and U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell at a joint watch party. Supporters glanced expectantly at a monitor near the podium as election updates rolled in, but any worries they had were quickly dispelled; it was a strong evening for Democratic candidates in Jefferson County.

Jefferson County, AL · 2d