Birmingham’s Municipal Election Wraps Up With Runoff Tuesday
Three seats on the Birmingham City Council and three on the Birmingham Board of Education are at stake.
Virginia Martin
Penny Games to Showcase Intellectual Sports
The debate event spotlights Birmingham as a tech hub where young people can build their careers.
City Makes a Stake in Blazers Tix
$200,000 purchase aimed at supporting UAB football and tourism industry.
School Board Veteran April Myers Williams Running for District 8 Council Seat
Myers said she hears three concerns from residents repeatedly – retail development, grocery stores and support for small businesses.
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Railroad Park Celebrates 15 Years as Birmingham’s ‘Front Lawn’
The park is credited with sparking commercial and residential growth in Birmingham’s downtown area.
Judge Denies Delay in Order for JeffCo Commission to Redraw District Maps
The county has appealed the ruling to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Fitch Raises Its Credit Rating for JeffCo Sewer Warrants
The change brings Fitch’s rating in line with other credit rating agencies.
JeffCo To Renew Stream Testing Program
Water is tested at streams across the county.
Birmingham Council Transfers Microtransit Services to BJCTA
The move should allow for better coordination of bus and on-demand services, city officials said.