🏠Satterfield’s Closing + Festa Italiana Returns This Weekend

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A new Niche ranking shows the Birmingham metro area dominating Alabama’s 2026 Best Places to Live list, claiming eight of the top ten spots. See which communities made the list and why the Birmingham metro continues to stand out across the state.

The program offers youth ages 14–24 the chance to gain workforce experience, earn $11–$14 per hour, and connect with local employers over a five-week summer program. Application details.

The longtime leader of the historic Birmingham-based company is remembered for decades of leadership marked by vision, integrity, and expansion across the region. Read more about his legacy and the impact he left on the company, employees, and communities across the Southeast.

The $2.4 million initiative will provide temporary micro-shelters and wraparound services to help unhoused residents transition toward permanent housing and greater stability. Learn how this pilot program aims to expand support services and shape future efforts to address homelessness in the city.

The beloved Cahaba Heights fine dining spot, known for its signature dishes and community legacy, will serve its final meals after more than two decades in business. Closing details.

The cafe earned national recognition for its cozy, old-school atmosphere and popular menu of pizzas, pastas, and Italian favorites that have built a loyal local following since 2002. Find out what makes this longtime Birmingham favorite stand out among pizza spots across Alabama.

The popular Birmingham donut shop is bringing its signature donuts, kolaches, and beignets to a new café space. Opening timeline.

The Atlanta-based vintage and coffee concept Collected Bham is expanding following a series of local pop-ups. Know more.

The place brings scratch-made breakfast, lunch, and dinner options to the former Trussville Country Club, offering a casual dining experience open to the public. Learn more about it before you check it out.

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