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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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The Underrated Town In Alabama That’s So Affordable, It’s A Retiree’s Dream Come True
Some towns earn their reputation loudly, with big events and bigger marketing budgets, and some towns just quietly get everything right and wait for the world to catch up. Sylacauga, Alabama is firmly in the second category, and the world is starting to catch up. Tucked into the hills of...
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QTS responds to Bessemer mayor about data center
BESSEMER, Ala. (WBMA) — The company behind a proposed data center in Bessemer is asking the city’s newly elected mayor to postpone a meeting scheduled for Friday, October 23. This development comes after ABC 33/40's I-Team report that aired Tuesday regarding the concerns raised by area property owners.
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JeffCo set to provide incentive package for Daxko’s move to downtown Birmingham
A company that has its roots in metro Birmingham is set to move into the city center, with an assist from the Jefferson County Commission. Daxko, which develops and manages membership systems for entities such as the YMCA, was founded in 1998 in Shelby County and currently has a presence in Homewood. New CEO Jeff VanDixhorn wants to make that presence more visible.
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Irondale cuts fire protection water bills after businesses report massive rate increases
IRONDALE, Ala. (WBMA) — After an Irondale business reported its monthly fire protection water bill jumped from $78 to more than $1,700, city leaders have approved changes aimed at reducing the financial burden on dozens of customers. The Irondale City Council approved a revised rate structure Tuesday, Oct. 20,...
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Amazon hiring 2,500 workers across Alabama ahead of holidays
Shelby Reporter
The Village at Lee Branch II sells for $32M
NORTH SHELBY – The Village at Lee Branch II has sold to Hackney Real Estate Partners for more than $32 million after a foreclosure process was enacted due to a loan from the previous developers. The popular shopping center has become a hub for the communities of North Shelby and more all over the county.
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Former Birmingham Councilman Takes Helm at Bessemer Housing Authority, Makes Homeownership a Priority
A familiar name is the new leader of a housing agency that serves hundreds of families. Steven Hoyt, a veteran housing executive and former longtime Birmingham city councilman, was recently named executive director of the Bessemer Housing Authority. “I’m just glad I was in the right place at the right...
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Birmingham, developers seek dismissal of lawsuit over Nebius data center project
What concerns do homeowners have about the Nebius data center?. Why did the judge reject the administrative appeals argument earlier?. The City of Birmingham and developers of the Nebius data center project, where construction is underway, are continuing their effort to have a lawsuit filed by nearby homeowners dismissed. In...
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The key to making tough employee decisions
For business owners, some of the hardest decisions aren’t about strategy or the bottom line; they’re about people. So, when an employee makes a serious mistake, treating people fairly doesn’t always mean treating everyone exactly the same. Joining us on the latest episode of Business Trends Today...
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Fairfield leaders discuss C-PACE financing tool that could help businesses, proposed data center
FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WBRC) - Fairfield city leaders are looking into a new financing tool that could help business and property owners pay for upgrades on commercial buildings, including the proposed Patmos data center. The tool is called C-PACE, or Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy. Monday, the Fairfield City Council discussed...
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Water utility staff across Alabama gather in Birmingham for cybersecurity training
Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure are on the rise, and water utilities can be particularly vulnerable. Staff from dozens of water utilities across Alabama recently met in Birmingham for two days of training with cybersecurity experts. One expert who gave a presentation was Stephanie Watt, the Alabama coordinator for the U.S....
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Zozo's Kitchen Plans Hoover Expansion
Zozo's Kitchen is planning an expansion to Hoover's Riverchase area. Hunan Garden was a Riverchase-area staple for at least a decade. Zoe's Kitchen grew to more than 300 restaurants. Marky's Kitchen Joins the Zozo's Brand. Zozo's Kitchen launched on May 1, 2026, when its flagship store opened at 1830 29th...
Bham Now
3 new businesses coming to Birmingham + 3 closures
It’s a new week in the Magic City, and that means a new roundup of businesses popping up across town. From a Yemeni coffee shop coming to Highway 280 to a local chef bringing Asian fusion to Cahaba Heights, here are three new businesses that should be on your radar. Plus, three local businesses were saying farewell to.
Shelby Reporter
Hoover businesses recognized at inaugural excellence awards
Hoover business leaders gathered at the Hoover Country Club to celebrate each other on Thursday, Oct. 15. The Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the inaugural Hoover Business Excellence Awards to celebrate outstanding businesses and community leaders in a variety of categories and fields. On top of awards, the event served to provide networking opportunities and showcase the city’s business identity.