🏠 Oldest Alabama Red Lobster Closes + New Amnesty Program

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Birmingham Municipal Court is offering a month-long amnesty program to help eligible residents resolve old traffic tickets, unpaid fines, and certain court-related warrants without fear of arrest. Find out who qualifies and how to take advantage of Birmingham’s June amnesty program before the deadline.

The Birmingham metro area is gaining national recognition as a top destination for first-time homebuyers, fueled by affordability, strong demand, and growing suburban communities. See why more buyers are choosing Birmingham and what’s driving Alabama’s busy home market.

More than two dozen Birmingham high school students were recognized by The Links Incorporated for their achievements in engineering and STEM programs through NSBE Jr. chapters. Full story.

The Food Bank of Central Alabama is opening a 100,000-square-foot Bessemer facility to expand food storage and increase meal distribution across 12 counties. Know what will change with this development.

The Vestavia Hills Red Lobster, the oldest in Alabama, has permanently closed as the chain. Full story about the shutdown.

Carrigan’s Public House has closed its dining room for the summer according to an announcement. Find out what’s behind the summer closure and when Carrigan’s is expected to welcome diners back downtown.

New Shoes Soft Serve has officially opened in downtown Homewood, serving creative soft-serve flavors after earning recognition at the Taste of Homewood event. Discover what unique soft-serve flavors are now being served daily.

Cala Coffee has opened its newest café in Mountain Brook Village, offering signature roasts, tacos, and pastries in a refreshed new space. Explore the menu.

M. Cory Fine Clothier has officially reopened its Mountain Brook Village storefront after renovations, featuring a refreshed design and upgraded shopping experience. Know what went behind the renovation.

Scoop City is set to open at The Edge in Homewood, bringing a new ice cream concept from Chef Nick Carpenter to the growing food hall space. Opening timeline.

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