🏠 84th Magic City Classic: Football, Bands, and Big Fun

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The historic mission aims to build a 98-bed shelter offering year-round support, including family rooms, showers, and counseling, to help Birmingham’s homeless find stability. Learn how the new shelter will provide services and support for those in need.

Birmingham remains one of the best metros for renters, thanks to short commutes, affordability, and a low cost of living. Know more about this housing update.

Hilton Birmingham at UAB has completed a multi-million-dollar renovation, featuring refreshed rooms, modern event spaces, and the new Blazer’s Grill. Full details.

The popular pizzeria shuts its Birmingham doors after nearly a decade, leaving only its Montgomery location in Alabama. The chain urges support for local restaurants. Learn what’s next for the chain and its remaining Alabama location.

Bandido Coffee is moving to a new corner in Five Points South, adding a fresh twist. Find out what’s coming to the new space.

The new Wild Birds Unlimited off Highway 280 is now open, celebrating all month with bird-themed events, including live education birds from the Alabama Wildlife Center on October 25. Explore their launch details.

Averitt Logistics will end its nearly 30-year partnership with Mercedes-Benz in Vance, impacting 200 workers. The company is offering transition support for affected employees. Know more about the job impact and next steps for the workforce.

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The 84th Magic City Classic returns to Birmingham, drawing 60,000 fans and generating a $25 million economic impact. This historic HBCU event features the fierce Alabama A&M vs. Alabama State football rivalry, a lively parade, the Coors Light Pregame Tailgate, and ESPN’s First Take with Stephen A. Smith and Cam Newton. Rain or shine, the celebration is a can’t-miss tradition. Full details.

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