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Homewood named No. 3 Best Small City in America for 2026

Now this is a nice 100-year birthday present. Homewood has been named the 3rd Best Small City in America by Livability.com in its first-ever ranking of the Top 50 Small Cities in America. The digital publisher and research website evaluated more than 2,000 cities with populations between 15,000 and 75,000 across the U.S., and Alabama swept the top three spots on the list: Daphne #1, Madison #2 and Homewood #3.

Homewood, AL · 10h
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Lead investigator speaks on VA psychedelic trial

The Birmingham VA Hospital was named as one of five test sites in the nation to test the efficacy of psilocybin to treat major depression in veterans.

Birmingham, AL · 9h

Alabama's 42

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Birmingham public camping ordinance now in effect

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The city of Birmingham now has the authority to shut down homeless encampments from public property following the City Council’s unanimous vote Tuesday in favor of the public camping ordinance. “Every resident deserves safe, accessible public spaces, and we have a responsibility to protect them,” Mayor Randall Woodfin said. The Public […]

Birmingham, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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County Commission approves new traffic signal on Brook Highland Drive

COLUMBIANA – The Shelby County Commission took one step closer to installing a traffic signal at the intersection of Brook Highland Parkway and Brook Highland Drive by awarding a bid for its installation. The Commission awarded the bid to Temple J Electric as the lowest responsive bidder at a...

Shelby County, AL · 9h
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vestaviavoice.com

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Playoff Football Preview: Rebels head north

The first round of the playoffs is in the books, and eight Under the Lights teams are still alive and back at it in the second round. Here's a quick look at the second-round games. Vestavia Hills (8-2) at Sparkman (8-2) Date: Friday, Nov. 13. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Sparkman...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 1d

theshelbyreport.com

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Army Values Power Publix Cashier’s Front-End Service

At the Publix in Trussville, Alabama, customers know cashier Jackson Glaze for the calm, steady presence he brings to the front end, and some wait in his line on purpose. The U.S. Army veteran credits the teamwork, responsibility and dedication he learned in the military with shaping how he serves customers today.

Trussville, AL · 1d

Country Herald

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Alabama Weather Alert: Thanksgiving Storm Risk Nov. 18–24

Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, Mobile and Tuscaloosa drivers should monitor major highways.

Alabama · 1d

comebacktown.com

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A Multimillion-Dollar Downtown Birmingham Project Nobody Seems to Know About?

I think I have a pretty good handle on what is happening in Birmingham. I’ve been writing ComebackTown for nearly 15 years, talking with business leaders, public officials, and people involved in economic development. But something Senator Tommy Tuberville said recently at a prominent Birmingham civic club meeting caught...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Birmingham firefighters respond to reported fire at abandoned elementary school

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham Fire and Rescue responded to a reported fire at an abandoned elementary school Wednesday morning. A WBRC photographer on the scene captured photos and videos of firefighters on the scene of the old Elyton School on Center Street North. WBRC has reached out to Birmingham...

Birmingham, AL · 18h

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Birmingham man killed in ATV crash

MULGA, Ala. (WBRC) - A 54-year-old man was killed Sunday evening in an ATV crash in Mulga. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said the accident happened on Front Street. Eddie Lee Gray, Jr. of Birmingham was the only person on the four-wheeler when it crashed into a ditch, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.

Mulga, AL · 2d

abouttown.io

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An Oyster Night in Birmingham: Where to Pull Up a Seat

There’s a particular pleasure in ordering a dozen oysters and having nowhere else you need to be. A little lemon, perhaps some mignonette, a good drink and a table of people who appreciate taking their time. And while Birmingham is several hours from the Gulf Coast, you don’t have...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

Bham Now

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Wienermobile rolling into Birmingham: here’s how you can see it

Hot diggity dog—everyone’s favorite hot dog-shaped vehicle is coming to the Birmingham-area Nov. 14, 2026. If you want to get an up-close look at this 27-foot-long icon, here’s your chance. How you can see the Wienermobile around Birmingham. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile can be spotted around Birmingham...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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New ‘Opportunity Zones’ could spark economic development in Birmingham neighborhoods

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A new round of “Opportunity Zones” is coming to Alabama, including the city of Birmingham. City leaders said the designations could mean new businesses for some of the city’s most struggling neighborhoods. Birmingham received all 25 census tracts it requested. The tracts include...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

The Trussville Tribune

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Trussville approves land assessments in Tapestry Village

Terry Schrimscher TRUSSVILLE, Ala. — After tabling the request in October, the Trussville City Council approved a petition from the Tapestry Village Improvement District to allow for the assessment of property within the district. Under Alabama law, an improvement district can assess property and issue assessment revenue bonds to make improvements, such as infrastructure, to […]

Trussville, AL · 1d

The Alabama Initiative for Independent Journalism

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Homeless encampments targeted in new public camping law

The Birmingham City Council approved a public camping ordinance Tuesday aimed at clearing out homeless encampments while also providing support to unhoused residents who have been living on the streets. The move came just days after the city’s 2026 State of Homelessness Summit, in which city leaders and advocates reiterated...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

Shelby Reporter

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Alabaster approves agreement with county for SRO funding

ALABASTER — The city of Alabaster is set to receive additional funding for its school resource officers thanks to a new agreement with Shelby County. During its latest meeting on Monday, Nov. 9, the Alabaster City Council approved an agreement with Shelby County for school resource officer funding for fiscal year 2027 in the amount of $35,442.68.

Alabaster, AL · 12h

Country Herald

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Alabama Winter Thanksgiving Travel: I-65 Salt Has Limits

Birmingham, Huntsville and Montgomery drivers should know why treated highways can still freeze.

Alabama · 13h

wvlt.tv

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SEC championship game to end after 2026 season

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WAFF) - The SEC football championship game will be played for the final time this December, bringing an end to an event that has crowned conference champions for more than three decades. The Southeastern Conference announced Monday that the decision coincides with the College Football Playoff’s expansion to...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

Alabama's 42

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Family of Jaxon Bearden speak out following arrests in attempted robbery turned homicide case

The family of an Alabaster man shot and killed in late October is speaking out following several arrests in the case.

Birmingham, AL · 18h