1+ hour ago  (260+ words) Redemption by Straight Mountain Foods opened this week off Highway 11 in Trussville." In March 2026, Straight Mountain Foods, a popular food truck and catering business, announced it will launch its new restaurant at 8885 Gadsden Highway. Why is the restaurant called Redemption?...

2+ hour, 31+ min ago  (610+ words) One of Birmingham's most lively summer traditions is paddling into the weekend with a day full of competition, community and connection. The 2026 Mitchell's Place Dragon Boat Race & Festival returns to East Lake Park on Saturday, August 8, bringing free family-friendly activities…...

1+ hour, 40+ min ago  (193+ words) A new space for coffee, home decor and community is coming soon to Vestavia Hills! The Well & Co. officially opens its doors at 1425 Montgomery Highway next week, offering locals a brand-new spot to gather, shop and relax. The new storefront…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (86+ words) Reading time: 14 minutes We've got an exciting weekend ahead, Birmingham! Whether you're supporting local artists at Art from the Heart benefiting Studio By The Tracks, celebrating Legacy Arena's 50th birthday bash or catching a live concert, there's something for everyone. Plus,…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (208+ words) Bham Now Several Jefferson County restaurants including Chicken Guy in Gardendale, Cahaba Heights' Martin's BBQ, Avondale's Munchie's on Fifth" and 37 additional local restaurants"received 95 and above on their food service scores this past June 2026. Since 2018, Bham Now has reported the…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago  (444+ words) On Monday night, the entire country will be watching the Round of 16 World Cup match-up between the U. S. and Belgium in Seattle." And of course, we all are focused on The Magic City's own "Captain America" and starting central defender on…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago  (95+ words) Bham Now Birmingham's July concert calendar is packed. This month, you can catch Usher and Chris Brown at Protective Stadium, jam out with STS9 and sing along to Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr. at Avondale, or discover something new at…...

6+ day, 20+ hour ago  (758+ words) Reading time: 10 minutes Want to go out, but don't want to leave your furry friend at home? Keep reading for our list of 28 pet-friendly restaurants in Birmingham. Not only is The Filling Station dog-friendly, but it has a special on…...

1+ week, 31+ min ago  (242+ words) Birmingham has the highest percentage of hotel rooms under construction in Alabama, according to recent data published by Co Star Analytics. The report highlights a major surge in the state's hospitality pipeline, driven primarily by development in Birmingham and Huntsville....

1+ week, 1+ hour ago  (189+ words) Former UAB and Birmingham-Southern baseball coach Brian Shoop is heading to the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Hall of Fame as a member of the 2027 class. During a coaching career that spanned more than three decades in Birmingham, Shoop led…...