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The Birmingham Free Press

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Former Fairfield Walmart Purchased for Planned Data Center, Technology Campus

FAIRFIELD, Ala. — A technology company has purchased Fairfield’s long-vacant Walmart property for $32 million, advancing plans to turn the former retail store into a data center and technology campus... The post Former Fairfield Walmart Purchased for Planned Data Center, Technology Campus appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Fairfield, AL · 2d

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Birmingham airport impacted by FAA-issued nationwide ground stop

UPDATE: The FAA has lifted the nationwide ground stop Friday, according to AP. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport was impacted by a nationwide ground stop issued by the FAA on Friday. According to the airport, all airlines were affected. Travelers are encouraged to stay in touch with their airlines for updates on […]

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Live Game Updates: Alabama vs. Vanderbilt

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Two years after Vanderbilt stunned No. 1 Alabama in Nashville, the Crimson Tide returns. Austin Mack was reported to make his first career start today in place of the injured Keelon Russell. Both got equal reps in pregame. But Russell will get the start. 1st Quarter.

Nashville, TN · 10h

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Cahaba Heights' Deck the Heights Marks 10th Year With a Heights Express Trolley, Santa and the Grinch

Nine years and five days after a few hundred curious families first piled onto a single trolley in Cahaba Heights, Deck the Heights is back this Saturday with Santa, the Grinch and a lot more room to spread out. The free holiday festival takes over Heights Village and businesses throughout the Cahaba Heights district on Nov. 14, 2026, with pop-up shops opening at 10 a.m. and the main event running from 2 to 7 p.m.

Vestavia Hills, AL · 2d

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Hoover, Thompson set for playoff rematch in storied rivalry

HOOVER, Ala — Hoover and Thompson are meeting in the next chapter of their storied rivalry, this time with a spot in the quarterfinals of the Class 6A playoffs on the line. Thompson won the teams’ regular-season matchup 31-14 on Oct. 2 at Hoover. You can watch ABC 33/40’s coverage of that game.

Hoover, AL · 3d

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Football Friday: Rebels head to Sparkman

Friday night means gameday for the local high school football teams, and Under the Lights is back to cover Football Friday. Vestavia Hills travels north to Sparkman for the second round of the Class 6A playoffs. For updates throughout Friday nights and all season, follow sports editor Kyle Parmley on...

Vestavia Hills, AL · 2d

The Alabama Initiative for Independent Journalism

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Freshwater Land Trust announces largest land acquisition

The Freshwater Land Trust announced its largest-ever land acquisition, an international $1 million grant to protect an endangered fish species and the official name of the Red Rock Trail System’s future 36-mile connected loop during its 30th anniversary gala Friday night. The trust recently acquired about 2,115 acres through...

Jefferson County, AL · 23h

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Spain Park, Thompson stars make football North-South All-Star Classic

MONTGOMERY – Five locals from Shelby County schools have been tabbed by the Alabama High School Athletic Directors and Coaches Association for the upcoming 2026 edition of the North-South All-Star Classic. Spain Park’s Jaylen Bates and Jonathan Roberto as well as Thompson’s CJ Cowley, Wes Gover and Conner Williams...

Hoover, AL · 2d

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Auburn-Mississippi State kickoff moved to 3:15 p.m. after travel disruption

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Auburn’s game at Mississippi State on Saturday will now kick off at 3:15 p.m. CT, the SEC announced Friday night. The game at Davis Wade Stadium was originally scheduled for 11 a.m. CT. The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide ground stop Friday, disrupting Auburn’s...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Oak Ass Endurance Race returns to Oak Mountain with new course, national field

PELHAM – The Oak Ass Endurance Race is returning to Oak Mountain State Park on Saturday, Nov. 14, bringing endurance mountain bikers from across the country to Shelby County for a day of competition, trails and celebration. The event, presented by the National Ultra Endurance Series, Chainbuster and Birmingham...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

The Birmingham Free Press

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Thanksgiving Food Giveaways Begin Friday Across Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM — Free Thanksgiving food giveaways begin Friday across Birmingham, with hams, turkeys, hens and grocery boxes going out through Nov. 24. The first giveaway is Friday, Nov. 13, from... The post Thanksgiving Food Giveaways Begin Friday Across Birmingham appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Birmingham, AL · 2d

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Pigg, Ussery named to North-South All-Star team

Two Vestavia Hills High School linemen will finish their high school careers in the AHSAA North-South All-Star Classic. Offensive lineman Cord Pigg and defensive end Paxton Ussery were named to the North roster for the 68th edition of the game, the Alabama High School Athletic Association announced Thursday. The game will be played Friday, Dec. 11, at AmFirst Stadium at Jacksonville State University.

Vestavia Hills, AL · 2d

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Traffic signal out at Homewood intersection after power line cut

Why is the traffic signal at Homewood intersection nonfunctional?. A traffic signal at Independence Drive and 29th Avenue South in Homewood is out of service after a power line was reportedly cut by a construction crew working in the area. Drivers should expect increased traffic congestion near the intersection.

Homewood, AL · 1d

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Microsoft outage: The internet reacts

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Did you survive the great Microsoft outage of 2026?. Since things were a little slow, we may have scrolled through Instagram a time or two on Thursday. We noticed there was plenty of content making light of the Microsoft situation. Here are a few good...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Hewitt-Trussville surges past James Clemens, sets up rematch with Auburn

Hewitt-Trussville scored early and often to earn a trip to the Class 6A quarterfinals on Friday. The Class 6A, No. 5 Huskies powered past No. 10 James Clemens with a 51-27 victory in Madison to earn the program’s first third-round playoff trip since 2023. “It’s a huge win for...

Madison, AL · 22h

DMR News

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Brady CDJR Features Pre-Owned Vehicles Priced Below $25,000 in Bessemer, Alabama

Brady Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is featuring pre-owned vehicles with advertised prices below $25,000 within its online used vehicle inventory. The selection includes vehicles from multiple manufacturers and covers several segments of the passenger vehicle market, including sedans, sport utility vehicles and minivans. The dealership’s online inventory includes examples such as a 2024 Ford Bronco […]

Bessemer, AL · 2d

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N2 Track Days Headed To Barber Motorsports Park

MotoAmerica is skipping Barber in 2027. Your group chat doesn’t have to. N2 is riding Barber Motorsports Park November 28–29. Don’t go and in February your friends will still be making fun of you for missing it. Picture it. They’re rolling out of pit lane while you’re...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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School board recognizes Teachers of the Year, tables computer science framework

The Mountain Brook Board of Education recognized the district’s six 2026-27 Teachers of the Year during its monthly meeting Nov. 9 at Crestline Elementary. The honorees are Lane Kennedy of Cherokee Bend Elementary, Haden Ridlehoover of Brookwood Forest Elementary, Stephanie Parker of Crestline Elementary, Emily Beane of Mountain Brook Elementary, Jill Wiggins of Mountain Brook Junior High and Scottie Wilson of Mountain Brook High School.

Mountain Brook, AL · 2d

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Thompson rolls to victory over Hoover in Class 6A Round 2

Thompson amassed 464 yards total offense to earn a 42-14 victory over Hoover in the second round of AHSAA Class 6A high school football. Second-ranked Thompson (9-1) last played on Oct. 23, a three-week layoff. “Man, I just thank God that I get to coach those kids,” said Thompson coach...

Hoover, AL · 23h

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Playoff football: Lions survive, Jags fall

Spain Park's Nash Davis (10) throws a pass during a Class 6A second round playoff game between Spain Park and Prattville on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, at Stanley-Jensen Stadium in Prattville. Photo by Kyle Parmley. Spain Park High School’s football team fell 36-17 to unbeaten Prattville on Friday night at...

Hoover, AL · 22h