We Think We’re Used to It — Then It’s One of Us
Christina Chambers’ death sends ripples through Birmingham media.
Virginia Martin
Lights, Camera: Stephen Kunken Ponders Projects in Birmingham, Including About KultureCity
Kunken was visiting for approval of funding for a training and accessibility center at the old Powell Steam Plant property.
JeffCo Pledges $3.5M Toward KultureCity’s Goal of National Accessibility Park
Actor Stephen Kunken, a member of KultureCity’s board, was at the courthouse Thursday for a vote on the plans for the old Powell Steam Plant property. Also: Lights, Camera: Stephen Kunken Ponders Projects in Birmingham, Including About KultureCity
Newsrooms Decide Some Personal Shames Shouldn’t Last Forever
When the person of interest in the Brown University shooting went free, multiple national news organizations scrambled to remove his name from published stories. Too late. Life ruined.
Birmingham Council Gives $1M to Help Jimmie Hale Mission Establish New Homeless Center
Councilors also approved spending $3.6 million on end-of-year bonuses for employees.
KultureCity Seeks JeffCo Help To Bring National Accessibility Park to Powell Steam Plant Site
The park would include training for those with sensory disabilities, a museum, amphitheater, sensory park and resource center.
CAW Cancels Policy That Encouraged Disadvantaged Firms To Bid on Contracts
Black members of the board expressed concern about the move; managers said the policy was a paperwork burden.
CAW Board Accepts CEO’s Recs for Consulting Engineer, Seven Executives
The consulting engineer hire was required by the state law that restructure the board earlier this year.
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‘It’s Not a Game,’ Doug Jones Says as He Kicks Off His Bid for Alabama Governor
Jones, former U.S. senator, focused on kitchen table issues in the launch of his campaign for the Democratic nomination as governor.