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Guin, AL · Lifestyle

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Historic Birmingham silos became giant soda cans, transformed downtown’s skyline

The timing coincides with Buffalo Rock’s 125th anniversary and 75 years as a Pepsi bottler in 2026.

Birmingham, AL · 7d

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Column: A lesson in thick skin, courtesy of the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party

I learned something about public criticism at the Florida-Georgia game Saturday. And, no, it had nothing to do with football. It had to do with the importance of having a thick skin. My dad and I made the trip to Atlanta to watch the Bulldogs take on the Gators at...

Athens, GA · 4d

Yellowhammer News

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Black Belt native Taylor Hunnicutt has a mission to put Alabama music on the map

When Taylor Hunnicutt took a waitressing job at a blues juke joint near the University of Montevallo, she wasn’t exactly planning her future in music. She was a college student carrying plates who happened to make friends with the musicians coming through to play. Then one night, they invited her to sit in. “It was […] The post Black Belt native Taylor Hunnicutt has a mission to put Alabama music on the map appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 6d

The Daily South

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The Sweetest Tradition Every Old-House Owner Should Start

Old houses famously come with plenty of quirks: floors that creak and ceilings that slope; layouts that weren’t necessarily designed for how we live now; and wiring that could make an electrician cuss. But for all those minor inconveniences, there’s a depth of character that’s hard to replicate in something new. When Mazie Bryant began house-hunting for her first home in Birmingham, Alabama, this kind of soulfulness ranked at the top of her wishlist. “I really wanted something with a little more historic charm that I could put some energy and effort into maintaining and being a part of its history,” she says. This year, that means throwing a party to honor its 100th birthday.

Birmingham, AL · 5d

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Magical Marketplace returns to Vestavia Hills Methodist Church for holiday shopping

Vestavia Hills Methodist Church will host its annual Magical Marketplace on Thursday, Nov. 12, and Friday, Nov. 13, in Tyson Hall and Fellowship Hall. The two-day makers market will feature locally handcrafted gifts, treats and other holiday finds for friends, family, teachers and others on shoppers' Christmas lists. A VIP...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 5d

The Birmingham Free Press

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UAB Theatre Opens ‘Cabaret’ Wednesday at Alys Stephens Center

BIRMINGHAM — UAB Theatre opens “Cabaret” on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Sirote Theatre in the Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center, 1200 10th Ave. South. Performances run at 7:30 p.m.... The post UAB Theatre Opens ‘Cabaret’ Wednesday at Alys Stephens Center appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Birmingham, AL · 5d

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Mountain Brook Art Association holiday show moves to new venue

The Mountain Brook Art Association will host its Holiday Small Works Art Show on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church. The annual show focuses on original two-dimensional artwork sized for gift giving and home display. Participating artists may...

Mountain Brook, AL · 5d

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Alabama’s oldest restaurant, closed after fire, serving BBQ again: ‘We’re still kicking’

After several weeks of inactivity, Irondale’s Golden Rule Bar-B-Q is back to serving sandwiches. On Thursday, the restaurant’s long-time General Manager Sammy Derzis provided an update on social media. Golden Rule began selling sandwiches and beverages from a food truck. “We’re out in the parking lot with the...

Irondale, AL · 7d

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Moldy corn dogs, gnats in frozen yogurt among October’s lowest Jefferson County inspection scores

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Nine food establishments in Jefferson County fell below health and safety standards in October, with violations that included moldy corn dogs, gnats in frozen yogurt, dark, pinkish-orange and black residue in ice machines, and multiple temperature control issues. Foo Hai in Homewood scores a 60. Foo...

Jefferson County, AL · 7d

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After nearly 70 years, Birmingham's Fountain Heights is getting a grocery store of its own

For generations, getting groceries in Birmingham’s Fountain Heights neighborhood has meant traveling outside the community to find fresh food. Fountain Heights Farms Cooperative will open the We All Eat Market on Saturday, Nov. 7, bringing a neighborhood grocery store to Fountain Heights for the first time in nearly 70 years.

Birmingham, AL · 7d

AL.com

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Grammy-winning rapper and his family to perform at these 3 Alabama HBCUs

A Grammy-winning hip hop legend is making his way to two Alabama HBCUs this month. T.I. will be the Grand Marshal for the Tuskegee Homecoming parade, which begins at the Lincoln Gates at 9 a.m. Nov. 7. Afterward, the rapper will head to Cleve L. Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium where he will join the Marching Crimson Pipers Band for a halftime performance during the homecoming football showdown against Miles College. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. Tickets for both the game and parking are available online.

Tuskegee, AL · 8d

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Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign Provide Access to Free Fitness

Birmingham City Schools, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) recently announced a partnership to bring an outdoor Fitness Court and digital wellness programming to Birmingham City Schools. “The new fitness court represents an investment in the health, wellness, and future of our scholars at...

Birmingham, AL · 8d

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This Massive Alabama Antique Store Is Where Bargain Hunters Score Amazing Treasures Under $30

If you’ve ever stood in a big box store holding something beige and forgettable and thought “there has to be a better way,” Irondale Pickers in Irondale, Alabama is your answer. It’s an antique mall and indoor market where the inventory is interesting, the prices are reasonable,...

Irondale, AL · 10d

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Students encounter pests in dorm buildings

Several students living in Beeson Woods have recently experienced pest concerns in their dorms. Many have heard animal noises coming from the ceilings and walls, keeping them up at night. Sterling McDonald lives in Lucille Hall in Beeson Woods. She recently woke up in the middle of the night to...

Homewood, AL · 10d

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UAB’s ‘Cabaret’ opens Nov. 11 at Alys Stephens Center

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - UAB Theatre is bringing “Cabaret” to the stage Nov. 11–15 at the Alys Stephens Center’s Sirote Theatre. Set in 1930s Berlin, the musical follows American writer Cliff Bradshaw and cabaret performer Sally Bowles as they navigate love and nightlife amid the rise of the Nazi Party.

Birmingham, AL · 5d

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The Middle-Of-Nowhere Alabama Restaurant That’s So Delicious, People Can’t Stay Away

There’s a spot in Riverside, Alabama that proves good food doesn’t care about location. The Ark sits quietly off the beaten path, and somehow that’s exactly why people can’t stop talking about it. You’d think a restaurant needs to be in a busy downtown or a...

Riverside, AL · 18d

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Some Of The Best Meals In Alabama Are Hiding At These 10 Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants

Searching for the best meals hiding at hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Alabama?. These 10 restaurants are packed with bold flavors and true Southern soul!. 1. Callaghan’s Irish Social Club (Mobile) Mobile has earned its reputation as a city with serious food culture, and Callaghan’s Irish Social Club is one of...

Alabama · 15d

Alabama's 42

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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 · 9d

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