Here’s how you can help Birmingham area TSA employees during the partial shutdown
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is taking selected donations for Transportation Security Administration workers affected by the ongoing government shutdown stalemate. BHM is accepting grocery store, restaurant and gas gift cards of $20 or less for TSA staff. According to the airport, VISA or Mastercard...
City Spills the Beans: Pinson Butterbean Days Replaces Canceled Festival
As the original Alabama Butterbean Festival came to a swift end, the city of Pinson has created a replacement with a new name — sort of. Pinson Butterbean Days is the new title, as voted by the Pinson City Council in a special-called meeting Thursday night. The new event will be managed by the North Jefferson Chamber...
🐶 Playful Puppies and Young Dogs Ready for Adoption in Birmingham
Looking for a loyal friend to brighten your days? The Greater Birmingham Humane Society has several adorable dogs waiting for loving homes. From tiny pups to young adults, these dogs are ready to meet their forever families.
Shelby County DETF issues drug trafficking warrants for Britney Perez
LEEDS – On the morning of Friday, March 27, the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task put out a release via its Facebook page that informed the community of an ongoing situation related to drug trafficking in Leeds. The release identified Britney Perez of Leeds as the suspect in connection...
Former Board Pushes Back as CAW Blames Past for Fluoridation Lapse
Following mounting scrutiny over its decision to stop adding fluoride to drinking water, leadership at Central Alabama Water is offering a new explanation: fluoridation had already lapsed years earlier under the previous Birmingham Water Works Board. Rather than just a recent policy shift, CAW officials now describe...
Man pleads guilty to gun charges in Attala gas station robbery
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A convicted felon has pleaded guilty to robbing a gas station in Attala, Acting U.S. Attorney Catherine Crosby announced. Joseph Rainey, 34, of Munford, pleaded guilty to carrying and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
One Bite Of This Award-Winning Alabama BBQ And You’ll Understand What All The Fuss...
Some people spend their whole lives searching for the perfect barbecue, but you lucky folks in Birmingham have it hiding in plain sight on 6th Avenue South. Carlile’s BBQ in Birmingham has been serving up smoky perfection long enough to know that great barbecue isn’t about fancy tricks or Instagram-worthy...
Food trucks around Magic City expand into brick-and-mortar restaurants
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Many people consider Birmingham to be a “foodie” city. From longstanding restaurants to brand new eateries, there is no shortage of places for people to try. Some spots around the Magic City start on wheels and gain so much popularity, they’re able to jump from food trucks to...
Fairfield to hold first Farmer’s Market on April 4th
The City of Fairfield is holding its first ever Farmer’s Market at the Fairfield Memorial Park Plaza on Saturday, April 4 from 9AM to 1PM. City Councilor Courtney Turner told Bham Now that the city hopes the market will energize downtown:. “We want to attract businesses and attract new...
2 arrested by Birmingham Police Department in connection to robbery and assault investigation
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — The Birmingham Police Department has arrested two individuals in connection to a robbery and assault that left one male injured. The incident took place on March 14 in the 6800 block of 1st Avenue North. 27-year-old Anthony Ferguson Jr. and 30-year-old Corey Latham, both of Birmingham, were...
