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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 · 1d
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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 · 2d
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Six Alabama Dairy Bars Still Serve Ice Cream Long After Summer Ends

Summer packs up and leaves, but a soft serve craving never really does. Across Alabama, a handful of old-school dairy bars keep their windows open and their cone machines running well into fall and winter. These are the walk-up stands and counter-service joints where dipped cones, banana splits, chili dogs,...

Athens, AL · 2d
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Birmingham Zoo to give veterans, dependents free admission for Veterans Day

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Birmingham Zoo is planning to celebrate Veterans Day by giving free admission to the nation’s heroes. All veterans, active and retired military and up to five of their dependents will receive free admission to the zoo on Wednesday, Nov. 11. from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Birmingham, AL · 2d
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Louise's Cakes and Supply | Talk of Alabama | 11.9.2026

What is the website for Louise's Cakes and Supply?. What services does Louise's Cakes and Supply offer?. Why was Louise's Cakes and Supply highlighted in the article?

Alabama · 6h

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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 · 3d

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Iron & Oak Tavern opens at The Tutwiler Hotel in downtown Birmingham

Iron & Oak Tavern is now open inside The Tutwiler Hotel, a DoubleTree by Hilton, at 2021 Park Place in downtown Birmingham, Alabama. The restaurant […] The post Iron & Oak Tavern opens at The Tutwiler Hotel in downtown Birmingham first appeared on This is JELD ⚡️ .

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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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 · 1d

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70 Tiny Trees Take Over Birmingham Botanical Gardens This Weekend, Free to All

Seventy miniature trees, cultivated by more than 20 hobbyists over decades, are on display this weekend at Birmingham Botanical Gardens for the Alabama Bonsai Society's free annual show. The exhibit runs Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with visitors invited to vote for their favorite tree.

Birmingham, AL · 2d

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Upgrades worth $4M on the way to 3 Huntsville-area airports

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced on November 5, 2026, that $73M worth of upgrades were on the way to airports across the state. Of the $73M, $53.6M is coming from federal funding, $7.3M from airport contributions and $12.1M from state grants through the Alabama Airport Improvement Funding Program.

Huntsville, AL · 3d

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Birmingham’s High Dive HiFi Lounge named 2026 Best New Restaurant in Alabama

We’re no strangers here at Bham Now when it comes to celebrating new restaurants opening in the Greater Birmingham Area. We’ve had several openings in the last year that have been impactful on Birmingham’s dining scene, but a staff favorite remains High Dive HiFi Lounge in Birmingham’s Lakeview District.

Birmingham, AL · 6h

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2 new stores are coming to The Summit

Two new shopping options are making their way to The Summit in Birmingham, bringing a popular home and lifestyle brand and a familiar clothing retailer to the shopping destination. Read on for the details. Hill House, coming early 2027. Hill House is expected to open in early 2027. The New...

Birmingham, AL · 4h

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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 · 3d

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Bessemer’s Bright Star Chef Brings Alabama’s Oldest Kitchen to Panama City

The executive chef of Alabama’s oldest restaurant is packing his knives for a short trip to the Florida Panhandle. Andreas Anastassakis, who runs the kitchen at the Bright Star in Bessemer, will cook two special dinners at Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood in Panama City on November 17 and 18, with both seatings starting at 6:30 p.m.

Panama City, FL · 2d

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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 · 5d

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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 · 5d

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Qdoba brings fresh flavors and community focus to Hoover

More than a year before the first customer walked through the door, the work had already begun. Planning sessions, construction timelines, hiring rounds and staff training all quietly unfolded behind the scenes before Qdoba Mexican Eats officially opened its newest Alabama location at 1539 Montgomery Highway in Hoover. For General Manager Hari Vajaha, that long runway made the opening feel less like a ribbon-cutting ceremony and more like a culmination.

Hoover, AL · 1d

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Scooter’s Coffee in Leeds expected to open in December

Scooter’s Coffee is under construction in Leeds and is expected to open sometime in December.

Leeds, AL · 1d

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Hit The Road For The Unforgettable White Sauce At These 8 Classic Alabama BBQ Joints

Ready to hit the road for classic BBQ joints in Alabama?. These 8 smoky restaurants serve up unforgettable white sauce and mouthwatering barbecue that’ll keep you coming back for more!. 1. Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q (Decatur) If you want to understand Alabama white sauce, this is the place where...

Alabama · 1d