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🛍️ How likely are you to visit a new Target if it opens in Chelsea?

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Target could be heading to Chelsea

A national retail favorite may soon set up shop in Shelby County, with developers eyeing Chelsea for a full Target store as part of a larger commercial project. Read more about the plans, the location, and what this development could mean for Chelsea.

Birmingham launches major plan to cut homelessness by 40%

Birmingham leaders and local advocates just unveiled a coordinated strategy aiming to significantly reduce long-term unsheltered homelessness across the city within one year. See what the plan includes, how local organizations are involved, and what this means for Birmingham’s most vulnerable residents.

Magic City firm completes $31m rehab hospital project in Florida

A Birmingham-based developer just wrapped a major healthcare project in Lake City, Florida, a new 36-bed ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital that’s now officially open and treating patients. See what the facility offers and how this Alabama company is expanding its impact.

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Birmingham Business 🏢

Roll Cajun Boudin set to open Downtown Birmingham

The beloved food truck is moving into the former Iron City Grill space, bringing sit-down dining, a full bar, coffee shop, bakery, Cajun grocery, and a custom boudin and sausage bar. Get all the details on what’s coming to downtown.

Hunan Garden closes after more than a decade

The popular Chinese restaurant at 1851 Montgomery Highway has shut its doors, ending over ten years of serving Birmingham-area diners. Full details.

Dolce Pavlovas brings Venezuelan desserts + café vibes to Homewood

A sweet new addition has arrived in Homewood. Dolce Pavlovas is now open, serving handcrafted pavlovas, salads, sandwiches, and sippable favorites like lattes and matcha. Get a closer look at the menu, the space, and what makes this dessert café stand out.

Little Donkey expands its Southern-Mexican flavors to Chelsea

The beloved Homewood spot, known for “Mexican food with a Southern soul,” is now serving tacos, shareable plates, cocktails, and yes, fresh salads, at its new Valley Post location in Chelsea. See what’s on the menu and check out the new space.

Luca & Lucy launches Italian-American spot in the area

The Homewood favorite’s “little sister” restaurant is now open at Valley Post, serving up big pizzas and red sauce–driven dishes under the guidance of Chefs Rita Bernhardt and Paul Yeck. Click to explore the full story and peek inside the new spot.