Hey Magic City, we asked how you’re spending the first weekend of the new year, and most of you are taking it slow and recharging. Sounds like a perfect way to ease into 2026!
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🛋️ How do you like to recharge during a slow weekend?
4 Weekend Events 📅
Weekend Weather ☀️
Birmingham News 📝
Traffic changes on I-59 in Trussville to last up to months
ALDOT is shifting northbound I-59 traffic to outside lanes in Trussville, reducing key ramps and lanes as a new construction phase begins. Learn about the timeline.
UAB Health System expands with new acquisition
UAB Health System has acquired Southview Medical Group, adding significant changes to its services. Know more about the impact.
Birmingham City students face early deadline for 4-year college scholarship
Graduating seniors in Birmingham City Schools must submit their Birmingham Promise scholarship applications soon to secure up to four years of tuition assistance at public colleges in Alabama. Learn more about the deadline.
Milo’s Tea Co. closing Homewood facility
Milo’s Tea Company has permanently shut down its Homewood manufacturing and distribution plant, moving many jobs to another facility. Full story.
Birmingham Real Estate 🏡
Birmingham Business 🏢
Einstein Bros. Bagels to open two new locations in Birmingham
The popular national bagel chain will soon bring its breakfast and lunch offerings to Magic CIty. Details.
Central Alabama Flooring closes Big Bob’s Store
Central Alabama Flooring has shut its Birmingham Big Bob’s Outlet location to concentrate on new business directions. Full story.
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice bids goodbye to Magic City
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice in Chelsea will serve its final treats this month, ending the local run of the beloved Italian ice chain. Know more.
Homewood Piggly Wiggly temporarily closing
The popular Montgomery Highway store is shutting its doors temporarily for upgrades that will add space, parking, improved traffic flow, and a green space. Learn its comeback details.
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