Glencoe
Glencoe, AL · Traffic & Transit
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Downtown Birmingham Gas Down to $4.09/9 per gallon
Wednesday evening, gasoline was $4.09/9 per gallon at the Chevron station two blocks north of UAB’s Jefferson Tower (the Tower’s spire can be seen in the background, just to the left of the Chevron sign. This is down from Sept. 21, when gasoline was $4.35/9 per gallon (debit...
Progressive Rail Roading
NS selects design firm for Alabama crossing improvement project
Norfolk Southern Railway, in partnership with the cities of Birmingham and Trussville, Alabama, has selected Kimley-Horn to lead the design and environmental review phases of a major crossing improvement project. The Reduce Extended Delays; Enhance Safety; and Invest in Growing Neighborhoods (REDESIGN) Alabama project will address long-standing problems at grade...
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Birmingham Council approves increase in transit authority budget
The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday approved $17.3 million in annual funding for the Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority, an increase from $16.8 million last year. “Public transportation is a lifeline for a lot of people in Birmingham. Public surveys have consistently shown us that public transportation is the number...
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Roadway lighting projects aim to improve visibility as drivers raise safety concerns
What design feature reduces pole damage in Pelham's lighting project?. Why is interstate lighting a shared responsibility between ALDOT and local governments?. Driving at night can be challenging when roadway lighting is limited or not working, particularly on busy interstates where drivers must navigate traffic, watch for other vehicles and follow lane markings.
alpolitics.com
Engineering Firm Selected for Major Rail Crossing Improvement Project
Birmingham, AL, Oct. 19, 2026 — The City of Birmingham, in coordination with the City of Trussvilleand Norfolk Southern Railroad, has selected a design firm to spearhead the first phase of a transformational project that will improve safety and quality of life for residents in the two cities while also strengthening the region’s role as a critical freighthub. The project – Reduce Extended Delays; Enhance Safety; and Invest in Growing Neighborhoods (R.E.D.E.S.I.G.N.) Alabama – is supported by a federal grant as well as significant funding from Norfolk Southern.
birminghamtimes.com
Engineering Firm Selected for Major Rail Crossing Improvement Project for Birmingham and Trussville
The City of Birmingham, in coordination with the City of Trussville and Norfolk Southern Railroad, has selected a design firm to spearhead the first phase of a transformational project that will improve safety and quality of life for residents in the two cities while also strengthening the region’s role as a critical freight hub. The project — Reduce Extended Delays; Enhance Safety; and Invest in Growing Neighborhoods (R.E.D.E.S.I.G.N.) Alabama — is supported by a federal grant as well as significant funding from Norfolk Southern.
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Birmingham gas prices fall nearly 12 cents in a week
The average price of gasoline in Birmingham fell 11.8 cents per gallon over the past week, to $3.84, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 550 local stations. Prices are 14.2 cents lower than a month ago but remain $1.15 higher than a year ago. The cheapest Birmingham station reported Sunday was $3.56 per gallon, while the most expensive was $4.39—a difference of 83 cents.
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Birmingham-Trussville rail redesign aims to cut delays, boost safety and quiet train horns
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A project meant to reduce train delays between Woodlawn and Trussville is moving into design, but construction is still years away and will require additional funding. Birmingham, Trussville and Norfolk Southern selected Kimley-Horn to lead design and environmental reviews for R.E.D.E.S.I.G.N. Alabama. The plan calls for...
Bham Now
A-Train Station shutters West End Birmingham spot
A-Train Station, the popular food truck and restaurant, is closing its Birmingham West End neighborhood location. Established in December 2022 at 1515 Pearson Ave SW, the spot was known for its Dewon Moten train mural and a unique brand of wings, Philly Cheesesteaks, loaded fries, $10 specials and Soul Food Sundays.