Birmingham firm to build 2 barracks in South Carolina for $156 million
The effort will support a combined male and female recruit training, the Defense Department said.
See inside rare and luxurious Alabama penthouse on the market for $3.5 million
A luxury penthouse overlooking Soho Square is on the market in Homewood, Ala., for $3.5 million. “Penthouse 440 at Soho is a rare, one-of-a-kind legacy residence, originally designed and built by the developer for personal use,” said listing agent Coke Williams with Sotheby’s International Real Estate. The penthouse co
Better Business Bureau warns of rental scam targeting Jefferson County residents
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The Better Business Bureau is warning people to be careful when searching for rental listings online as scammers post fake ads to trick victims and steal their money. Scammers are targeting Jefferson County residents with a scheme that involves stealing photos of real homes and posting...
BJCC To Celebrate 50 Years of Legacy Arena with Free Community Event, Concert
The Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Legacy Arena on Saturday, July 11, with a free community event honoring five decades of concerts, championship moments and unforgettable live entertainment. The free community celebration honors one of Birmingham’s most iconic ven
Irondale mayor announces long-awaited plans to move forward with construction of Costco
The city of Irondale has closed on a deal to build a new Costco. Irondale Mayor James D. Stewart Jr. said Monday the store will generate hundreds of jobs and bring in significant sales tax revenue.
Hueytown opens West Rock Mountain Nature Preserve with 6 miles of trails
HUEYTOWN, Ala. (WBMA) — Hueytown has officially opened a new outdoor destination on West Rock Mountain, giving residents and visitors a place to hike and bike through the scenic terrain of West Jefferson County. The City of Hueytown announced the opening of the Hueytown West Rock Mountain Nature Preserve,...
New AI-powered spine decompression machine arrives in Alabama
PELHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - For many people living with chronic back and nerve pain, the search for relief can feel like a dead end. One Alabama patient says that’s exactly why the arrival of a new machine at Chiro Wellness Clinic in Pelham is a big deal, because right now, it’s the only one of its kind in the state.
Longtime ER doctor points to changes, loss of services at Shelby Baptist Medical Center
A longtime emergency room physician at Shelby Baptist Medical Center is speaking out in an open letter as he steps away after more than two decades of service. Dr. John Croushorn MD, FACEP, known locally as “Dr. John,” worked in the hospital’s emergency department for 21 years following his service in the United States
Harbor Freight breaking ground on new location in Fultondale
This week, the City of Fultondale is hosting a groundbeaking ceremony for a new Harbor Freight Tools locations along Old Walkers Chapel Road. Residents in Fultondale will be happy to learn that a new Harbor Freight is coming soon to the Birmingham suburb in northern Jefferson County. The City of Fultondale is hosting a
Birmingham metro’s fourth QuikTrip opens off I-59
The fourth QuikTrip (QT) Travel Center in the Birmingham metro area has opened off Exit 166 on I-59 in Ashville. Located at 37011 US Highway 231, the much-anticipated convenience and gas retailer with a regional cult-like following, is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Currently there are...
