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The next generation
The Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce is giving its brand new junior board a “blank canvas,” Board President Vince Schilleci said, and it’s expecting to see big changes in the next year. Read more
Photo by Layton Dudley.
Designers put talent on display at 2019 Decorators’ ShowHouse
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra’s Volunteer Council is bringing local interior decorators together for the annual Decorators’ ShowHouse. Read more
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Mayors sign no-poaching pledge
The voluntary agreement states that the cities will not give incentives or otherwise try to lure businesses from their neighbors. Read more
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Village2Village race draws hundreds
The start and finish was in front of the Grand Bohemian Hotel, with the course winding through Mountain Brook. Read more
Photo by Kamp Fender.
City internship teaching future generation of municipal leaders
For more than 20 years, aspiring city managers and city planners have spent a semester in Mountain Brook to learn more about municipal government before they enter the working world. Read more
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Resources available for navigating I-59/20 shutdown
Text alerts, with targeted alerts for your zip code, are also available from ALDOT by texting “5920BRIDGE” to 888777. Read more
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Crestline Village holds Holiday Open House
The open house featured holiday shopping, treats and a ribbon cutting for Duke's. Read more
Photo courtesy of LJCC.
LJCC to host Sam Lapidus Run on Thanksgiving
At the Levite Jewish Community Center, the Sam Lapidus Montclair Run is a Thanksgiving morning tradition. Read more
Photo courtesy of Alabama Designer Craftsmen.
Local craftsmen to host 46th annual show at Gardens
The Alabama Designer Craftsmen will put on their 46th annual Fine Crafts Show this month at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell.
St. Francis Xavier Tamale Sale coming Nov. 16–18
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church is bringing its annual tamale sale back the weekend before Thanksgiving. Read more
Photo courtesy of Jennifer Andress.
Pedestrian bridge over U.S. 280 to begin construction soon
A pedestrian bridge between Homewood and Mountain Brook is expected to see the start of construction within the next few months. Read more
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Boo at the Zoo offers Halloween candy, games
The event will continue through Halloween. Read more
‘Truly extraordinary’
A woman ‘ahead of her time,’ former US Sen. Maryon Allen dies at 92. Read more
ClasTran seeks additional funding to cover budget shortfall
The paratransit bus service provides rides for retirees and people with disabilities around central Alabama. Read more
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10th annual Boiling 'N Bragging raises money for Children's critical transport
See photos from the 2018 Boiling 'N Bragging event on Aug. 18. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Skating to the top
Mountain Brook skater Rica Hecker is part of the ‘Theatre on Ice’ national championship team. Read more
Photo courtesy of Harry Long
Crestline merchants to offer big deals for annual Tent Sale
Crestline’s annual Tent Sale will bring merchants from their storefronts into the streets to offer discounts on clothing, shoes and more as they clear out summer products to prepare for fall. Read more
Photo courtesy of Children’s of Alabama
Boiling ‘N Bragging to celebrate 10th anniversary at Aug. 18 event
Otey’s Tavern will be the site of a college football tailgate for the 10th year in a row, as Boiling ‘N Bragging returns Aug. 18. Read more
Photo by Sydney Cromwell
Better together?
Compared to national averages, Birmingham is lagging behind in growth for population, jobs and overall economic development. Read more
Emily’s Law raises consequences for dangerous dogs
With the new Emily’s Law coming into effect statewide July 1, owners of dogs prone to biting or attacking will have to take extra safety precautions — with the potential for felony consequences if they don’t. Read more
