Mac McCutcheon appointed chairman of Madison County Commission
The appointment on Tuesday is effective immediately.
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Mayor Woodfin’s budget surplus invests in neighborhoods, personnel and facilities
An $81 million budget surplus will support neighborhoods, libraries, parks and recreation centers.
February 1, 2023
Birmingham’s Cornell Wesley recognized as 40 under 40 in economic development
Wesley is currently the director of innovation and economic opportunity for the city of Birmingham.
January 31, 2023
Mashonda Taylor appointed to Birmingham Water Works Board
Taylor’s appointment fills a vacancy on the board and is effective immediately.
January 25, 2023
New Mobile County district attorney takes office
Mobile County District Attorney Keith Blackwood was officially sworn into office Wednesday.
January 13, 2023
Woodfin speaks on shooting death of a 12-year-old girl
"Our families and our children deserve better," Woodfin said.
Birmingham awards $850K for economic development
The city awarded the funds to several local organizations to boost economic development.
Gadsden mayor appoints medical cannabis recruitment task force
The city of Gadsden is rolling out the red carpet for medical cannabis businesses interested in locating in Gadsden.
November 22, 2022
Survey: Most Birmingham residents feel the city’s revival is unequally shared
Only one-quarter of the over 1,000 individuals surveyed indicated that they feel the benefits of the city's economic growth.
Report: Decatur mayor caught with short-term rental despite city ban
Mayor Tab Bowling admitted to violating the ordinance, saying he would have to "man up" and deal with the fallout.