The United States Coast Guard will take over the vacant Birmingham-Southern College campus to establish a new
training center. (File)
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The future of the Birmingham-Southern College campus looks much clearer after a new deal with a government agency.
The United States Coast Guard will take over the vacant BSC campus to establish a new training center, officials announced on Wednesday.
U.S. Homeland Security has agreed to purchase the 192-acre campus to be used as a training facility for 1,200 recruits and 400 staff members. The announcement came from the office of Sen. Katie Britt, chair of the Homeland Security Appropriations
Subcommittee, which funds DHS and USCG.
“This is a huge day for Birmingham, our great state, and the U.S. Coast Guard,” Britt said in the statement. “I have long been dedicated to strengthening Alabama’s military installations and the warfighters they serve. This exciting announcement
further positions Alabama as a national leader in supporting our incredible U.S. Armed Forces and law enforcement personnel.”
Last November, the USGC launched a search for a new training hub following record-breaking recruiting numbers. The USCG and DHS outlined several key requirements for the new center — including lodging, a dining area, a medical facility, classrooms, an auditorium, and a multipurpose recreation facility. The BSC campus, which closed in May of 2024, not only meets but exceeds these needs.
The fate of the BSC campus has been in question since the school closed nearly two years ago. Alabama A&M made offers on the property, and a purchase agreement with Miles College was in motion, but expired in November 2024. The purchase price of the USCG acquisition has not been disclosed.
“We’re very excited to announce that 1,000 jobs are on their way Birmingham,” Mayor Randall Woodfin stated in a Facebook post following the announcement. “Major thanks go out to BSC President Daniel Coleman for working to keep the campus viable and attractive for this next phase of use, as well as Senator Katie Britt. And a big shout out to the residents of Bush Hills and the western corridor of Birmingham. This is your victory
as well. This investment delivers real, lasting economic impact to our city and ensures future growth.”
The Birmingham City Council is approved a proposal to temporarily pause new data center applications. (File)
By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times
The Birmingham City Council has voted to pause development of new large-scale data centers, as city leaders work to draft regulations.
On Tuesday, March 3, the Council unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on applications for new or expanding hyperscale data centers.
City leaders stressed that the moratorium is not a ban, but that the suspension gives the city time to review zoning and land-use policies, assess infrastructure and utility demands, study best practices and gather feedback from neighborhoods and residents.
Smaller facilities under 20 megawatts aren’t affected by the freeze. Developments with completed permits are also exempt, including the Nebius project at the former Regions Lakeshore Operations Center site on Lakeshore and the expansion of DC BLOX’s existing facility.
During a public hearing on Tuesday, nearly two dozen residents, stakeholders, and environmental advocates shared their views before the council voted. They voiced support for the temporary freeze while raising concerns about the scale, water and energy use, noise pollution, and overall neighborhood impact of future projects, particularly the Nebius development.
Zoning amendments regarding data centers are already underway, planning, engineering and permitting staff told the council on Tuesday. These amendments would address the following:
Definitions for various data center types, including hyperscale
Infrastructure and utility considerations
Compatibility and siting standards
Zoning District limitations.
A planning commission workshop is tentatively scheduled for March 11, followed by a public hearing before the Planning Commission on March 18. The new regulations could be ready for a council vote by April 28.
When the temporary suspension ends, any new data center proposals will be evaluated using revised standards developed through community feedback and the city’s research over the next 180 days.
Selma Cinema Festival, a four-day celebration of film and community will take place March 26–29 in Selma. (Provided)
By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times
Selma Cinema Festival has announced its Official Film Selection for the 2026 edition that will feature narrative films and documentaries from established and emerging filmmakers across five categories.
The four-day celebration of film and community will take place March 26–29 in Selma, Alabama, and offer free screenings and events, inviting audiences to gather in a city long recognized as a catalyst for change.
Founded by civil rights leader Jo Ann Bland and produced by Foot Soldiers Park, the festival is rooted in Selma’s enduring legacy. Organizers say the annual event is designed to foster connection, inspire conversation, and honor the city’s pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement.
“This year’s program [features] brotherhood,” said Manuel Roman, co-founder and artistic director of the festival. “Across cultures and continents, the Official Selection explores the ties that bind families, communities, and countries.”
Among the program’s highlights is It Comes in Waves, recipient of the Best Narrative Feature Award at the Sidewalk Film Festival in 2025. The film offers a portrait of a Rwandan family navigating the complexities of rebuilding their lives in Canada, reflecting the festival’s focus on resilience and interconnectedness.
Screenings and events will take place at the historic Walton Theater, Arts Revive, and additional venues throughout the city. By activating spaces in Selma’s downtown district, the festival reinforces its commitment to accessibility, cultural revitalization, and community engagement.
In addition to film screenings, attendees can participate in filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, and special events crafted to spark meaningful exchanges between artists, audiences, and the Selma community.
Organizers emphasize that all screenings and events remain free to the public, ensuring that the arts remain accessible to residents and visitors alike.
It Comes in Waves (Canada)
• Earth’s Greatest Enemy (USA)
• Sans Pitié (France)
U.S. Short Films
Pics
• Humanity
• Blume
• BOTS
Alabama Short Films
54 Miles to Home
• Pops
• Cottonmouth
• Hyperscaled
Social Justice Short Films
A City That Cares (USA)
• Sofiane (France)
• Place Under the Sun (Moldova)
• Selma, Beacon of Hope (USA)
International Short Films
Where’s Wally (France)
• Agatha (Germany)
• Marigold: The Tale of God’s Flower (India)
• Frequency 95.6 (France)
• The Last Supper (Iran)
• TN Sensible (France)
Met: For Ashley and Larry Russell, love didn’t arrive with fireworks or a grand proposal. It grew quietly in the hallways of middle school, strengthened through life’s detours and heartbreaks, and blossomed into a marriage rooted in faith, friendship and intentionality.
The Birmingham natives and proud graduates of Minor High School (Class of 2008) have known each other since their school days—though they jokingly disagree on exactly when they first met.
“It was middle school,” Larry insists with a laugh. Ashley believes it was high school.
Ashley, smiling, offers a different version. “I remember becoming friends and knowing who he was in high school,” said Ashley, smiling. “We had mutual friends, but I don’t remember Larry until then.”
However, they both agree that their friendship took root early. By ninth and 10th grade, they were inseparable, spending afternoons piled into Larry’s dad’s Ford Explorer with friends, talking about life, relationships and dreams for the future.
“We started as really, really good friends,” Ashley remembered. “We’d talk about everything — his girlfriends, my boyfriends, family, all of it.”
Prom came and went without them attending together. Instead, their bond deepened in quiet, ordinary ways — conversations in parked cars, double dates to the movies, and supporting one another through family milestones, including the passing of Larry’s grandmother.
The turn: Somewhere between senior year and their first year of college in Jacksonville, friendship turned into something more.
“I don’t remember a particular moment,” Larry said. “It just kind of clicked.” After high school, the couple attended college together in Jacksonville before transferring to the University of Alabama at Birmingham. But their love story wasn’t without challenges.
In 2010, the pair briefly broke up. “He broke my heart,” Ashley said, only half joking. “I had to call my mom in the middle of the night.”
Larry describes it as “a slight misunderstanding,” but both agree that time apart gave them clarity and they reconnected.
Ashley and Larry Russell are Birmingham natives and proud graduates of Minor High School (Class of 2008). The couple married in 2016. (Provided Photos)
First date: The couple doesn’t remember a dating phase. When they reconnected, they skipped the casual dating phase.
“We said, ‘We’ve already dated. What do we need to get married?’” Ashley recalled. The two created a timeline and a savings plan, approaching their future with the same intentionality they now encourage other couples.
The proposal: Larry proposed on Nov. 21, 2016, in an intimate setting at Ashley’s sister’s home. Candles, flowers and family filled the space — exactly the kind of private, meaningful moment Ashley had hoped for.
“I didn’t want a big grand display,” she said. “He did it so flawlessly.”
Larry’s favorite detail? “She never said yes,” he joked. “She said, ‘Is there food?’” Ashley laughs at the memory. “I’m sure I said yes!”
The wedding: Just days before New Year’s in 2016 — the Russells were married.
“We wanted a holiday to celebrate around,” Ashley said. Though they initially hoped for a New Year’s Eve ceremony, the 29th was the closest date available.
Instead of a traditional wedding, the couple opted for a courthouse ceremony surrounded by immediate family and a pastor. The decision was intentional: rather than spending money on a large celebration, they invested in their future.
“Everything we would have spent on a wedding, we put toward our house and building our life,” Ashley said.
Larry admits he felt a few nerves that day. “You’re making a big decision and confirming it,” he said. “But once you see your family, you realize what opportunity you have in front of you.”
For Ashley, Larry’s heart made the difference.
“He was always caring and intentional — about his family, his friends, even his girlfriends before me,” she said. “I never had to question his character.”
Larry says clarity came when he reflected on what he wanted in a life partner.
“Everything I wrote down, she fit the criteria,” he said. “It was that lightbulb moment.”
Words of Wisdom: Their advice for newlyweds? “Talk about everything,” said Ashley, about her advice for newlyweds. “Don’t leave any stone unturned. Do the work. We’ve read the books, gone to conferences, surrounded ourselves with other married couples. You have to invest in it.”
Larry echoes that sentiment with one key addition: patience.
“You’re on the same team,” he said. “It’s not you versus them. Remember why that’s your person.”
Happily Ever After: Ashley and Larry are parents to 2-year-old Navy, a mini golden doodle, who keeps them laughing and on their toes. “She’s very loud and very vocal,” Ashley said affectionately.
Ashley is a K–5 reading and math interventionist with 11 years in education, while Larry teaches seventh-grade social studies at Erwin Middle School. Before entering the classroom, Larry worked in banking and retail for several years, making education his second career.
When they’re not teaching or hanging with Navy, the couple chases a shared goal: Visiting all 50 states. So far, they’ve checked off 11 and are currently planning trip no. 12 to a state they’ll decide on soon. They enjoy mapping their travels by region and narrowing down options each year.
“You Had Me at Hello’’ highlights married couples and the love that binds them. If you would like to be considered for a future “Hello’’ column, or know someone, please send nominations to editor@birminghamtimes.com. Include the couple’s name, contact number(s) and what makes their love story unique.
BookWorks is Alabama Goodwill’s early literacy program focused on Title I schools, Head Start and communities where access to books at home is limited.(Alabama Goodwill)
One organization is working to put books into the hands of children across Alabama and, hopefully, instill a lifelong love of reading.
BookWorks is Alabama Goodwill’s early literacy program focused on Title I schools, Head Start and communities where access to books at home is limited.
After books are donated at Alabama Goodwill stores and donation sites, they will be sorted, cleaned, labeled and prepared for distribution.
Volunteers will visit Head Start centers, daycare center and elementary schools to conduct reading-time sessions for students and then hand the books out.
They will also accept monetary donations that will be used to purchase new, age appropriate books.
Goodwill Alabama says early childhood literacy is critical to brain development, confidence and long-term academic success. They add that children who have books at home and are read to regularly are more prepared for kindergarten and more likely to succeed later in school.
BookWorks is Alabama Goodwill’s early literacy program focused on Title I schools, Head Start and communities where access to books at home is limited.(Alabama Goodwill)
“At Alabama Goodwill, we believe literacy is the first step toward long-term self-sufficiency and future workforce success,” the organization said.
Alabama Goodwill has been champion for early literacy for several years now.
In 2023, they partnered with the Scottsboro Public Library for a community book giveaway while helping families sign children up for library cards.
A year later, they distributed 1,500 books to the Birmingham Public Library, Better Basics and the Mississippi Action for Progress head start program.
Alabama Goodwill is looking for volunteers in the community to sort books, read to children or both.
Hear the timeless music of one of gospel’s most revered composers Sunday, March 8, when Henry Panion III, Ph.D., leads the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and college choirs in a tribute to Richard Smallwood.
Henry Panion III, Ph.D.
Smallwood’s music has inspired generations with soaring melodies, rich harmonies and profound spiritual depth. The world-renowned songwriter and musician died Dec. 30, 2025, at age 77.
Panion, a composer, conductor and producer, worked often with Smallwood as a conductor and arranger. In 2024, Panion led the National Symphony Orchestra in an all-star tribute to Smallwood in honor of his 75th birthday in Washington, D.C. Panion is University Professor of Music and directs the Music Technology program in the College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Music.
This tribute will celebrate his enduring legacy through many of his most beloved works. Joining the ASO will be the choirs of Alabama A&M University, Alabama State University, Miles College, Stillman College and Talladega College.
Presented in the full splendor of symphony orchestra and glorious massed choir, it will be an experience of breathtaking scale, beauty and joy, Panion says.
“This performance serves as a reprise of a nationally presented tribute honoring Richard Smallwood’s extraordinary life and artistry, bringing that same spirit of reverence and musical excellence to Birmingham audiences,” he said.
The evening will feature special guest Maurette Brown Clark, acclaimed gospel artist and original member of Smallwood’s legendary ensemble, Vision. Her presence embodies the very spirit and sound that defined Smallwood’s iconic legacy and brings a deeply personal and historic connection to the music that shaped a generation, Panion says.
Adding to the evening’s distinction, violinist Caitlin Edwards will perform the Emmy and Telly Award-winning composition by Panion, “Dreams of Hope for Solo Violin and Orchestra.” This marks the first time she has performed the work in Birmingham since its premiere and subsequent national appearance in the PBS documentary “Dreams of Hope: Birmingham’s Historic 16th Street Baptist Church Welcomes Violins of Hope,” a film viewed by millions across the country and audiences worldwide. This performance will also mark the first presentation of the work by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, making the evening even more historic.
The Alabama A&M women win SWAC regular season title moment is officially one for the history books. (HBCUBuzz.com)
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For the first time in program history, Alabama A&M University has secured a share of the Southwestern Athletic Conference regular-season championship, marking a breakthrough season for the Lady Bulldogs and head coach Dawn Thornton.
The historic milestone was clinched following a 51-43 victory over rival Alabama State University at the AAMU Event Center, completing a regular-season sweep and finishing conference play with a dominant 15-1 record. The win pushed Alabama A&M to 19-9 overall, solidifying what is already the most successful regular season in the program’s Division I era.
Defense has been the calling card all season, and it showed once again in the championship-clinching performance. The Lady Bulldogs held Alabama State to just 26.8 percent shooting from the field, suffocating passing lanes and contesting nearly every possession. Their defensive rotations were sharp, communication was constant, and their physical presence inside the paint disrupted the Hornets’ offensive rhythm from start to finish.
Alabama A&M converted turnovers into 24 points, flipping defensive stops into momentum-shifting offense. The Bulldogs also controlled the interior with 28 points in the paint, asserting dominance where it mattered most. According to the official game recap published by Alabama A&M Athletics, the team’s poise in late-game situations once again proved decisive in closing out a tightly contested rivalry matchup.
Balanced Scoring and Veteran Leadership
While defense anchored the performance, balanced scoring carried the offensive load. Jaida Belton led the Lady Bulldogs with 12 points and eight rebounds, providing steady production and rebounding presence. Kamiyha Griffin delivered an efficient 10-point outing, shooting 5-of-6 from the field and capitalizing on high-percentage opportunities.
Aniya Palmer added eight points and eight rebounds, contributing physicality and second-chance opportunities.This collective effort has defined the season. Rather than relying on a single dominant scorer, Alabama A&M has leaned into depth, ball movement, and disciplined shot selection. That formula has translated into consistency across conference play and positioned the Lady Bulldogs as one of the most balanced teams in the SWAC.
Dawn Thornton’s Culture Shift
Dawn Thornton
The Alabama A&M women win SWAC regular season title story cannot be told without examining the impact of Thornton. In a feature by Sports Illustrated highlighting Thornton and the Lady Bulldogs’ historic run, the transformation of the program was credited to culture-building, accountability, and belief within the locker room.
Thornton has emphasized preparation and mental toughness, building a team that thrives in close contests and understands situational basketball. Her approach has cultivated confidence and resilience, particularly in high-pressure games that ultimately defined the conference race. The Lady Bulldogs’ 15-game conference winning stretch is a testament to discipline, player development, and consistent execution.
Under Thornton’s leadership, Alabama A&M has shifted from contender to conference standard. The historic regular-season title share represents not just a winning season, but a foundational shift in program expectations.
First-Time Regular Season Champions
For decades, Alabama A&M women’s basketball competed in the SWAC without reaching the summit of the regular-season standings. This year changed that narrative. Securing a share of the SWAC regular-season crown places the Lady Bulldogs alongside the conference’s elite and signals a new era for basketball on The Hill.
Regional coverage from WHNT confirmed the significance of the accomplishment, noting that this marks the first time in program history that Alabama A&M has claimed a portion of the regular-season title. The achievement resonates beyond wins and losses — it elevates recruiting visibility, strengthens alumni engagement, and reinforces institutional pride.
The AAMU Event Center crowd reflected that energy, celebrating a team that has delivered one of the most disciplined and defensively sound seasons in school history.
What This Means Heading Into the SWAC Tournament
While the Alabama A&M women win SWAC regular season title milestone secures a place in the record books, the Lady Bulldogs’ focus now shifts to postseason play. Entering the SWAC Tournament as one of the top seeds, Alabama A&M carries both momentum and expectation.
The objective is clear: translate regular-season dominance into a conference tournament championship and secure the automatic NCAA Tournament bid. The Bulldogs’ defensive identity, depth, and late-game composure make them legitimate contenders to complete the job.If they do, this season could evolve from historic to legendary.
A Defining Season for Bulldog Nation
The 2025-26 campaign has already reshaped the perception of Alabama A&M women’s basketball. A 15-1 conference record, a season sweep of Alabama State, and a first-ever share of the SWAC regular-season championship represent tangible proof of progress.
More importantly, this team has established a blueprint — defend relentlessly, share the basketball, execute late, and trust the culture. That formula has propelled Alabama A&M to the top of the conference and positioned the Lady Bulldogs as a rising force within HBCU women’s basketball.The Alabama A&M women win SWAC regular season title story is about more than a banner. It is about sustained growth, belief, and a program stepping confidently into a new era of excellence.
Richard Arrington, Jr. Blvd is going from a one-way street to a two-way street. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)
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The City of Birmingham’s Department of Transportation plans to convert Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard South through the historic Five Points South district from a one-way street to a two-way street. The conversion will extend from Highland Avenue South to University Boulevard.
This strategic infrastructure improvement is designed to strengthen connectivity within the district, making it easier for residents, visitors, and businesses to navigate the area. In addition to improving traffic flow, the project will enhance safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians by creating more intuitive travel patterns and increasing overall visibility along the corridor.
The conversion is scheduled for the weekend of March 7-8. During the implementation, rolling closures will begin at Highland Avenue South and proceed block by block toward University Boulevard. Traffic control personnel and clear signage will guide drivers safely through the area during the transition.
During the rolling closures, all driveways, parking areas, and properties along the affected blocks will remain accessible to property owners, employees, and visitors at all times. The City is committed to maintaining access while ensuring the safety of the public and work crews.
Motorists are encouraged to use caution, follow posted signage, and allow additional travel time while the conversion is underway. For updates and additional information, please visit the City of Birmingham’s official website or contact the Department of Transportation.
Darrell O’Quinn
According to Darrell O’Quinn, City Council President and Chair of the Birmingham City Council Transportation Committee, one-way streets started in the 1950s to support motorists traveling out of the city to the suburbs.
“In recent times, both our city and cities all over the country have realized that that [one way streets] are harmful to the fabric of our community and our small businesses. What were otherwise slow-moving streets were turned into fast moving thoroughfares catering to people who were just looking to get in and out of the city.
In 2018, Birmingham adopted a Complete Streets ordinance—a policy that redesigns city streets to accommodate not only the movement of vehicular traffic, but pedestrians, bicyclists and public transit users.
A decision regarding a new AI factory and data center project, set to go along Lakeshore Parkway in Birmingham, is temporarily on hold after neighbors raised concerns to city leaders.
Nebius is planning to build its facility at the old Regions Operations Center off Lakeshore Parkway. The company also has plans to build a substation that will be used to provide the massive amount of power the AI factory needs in order to run.
The public hearing by Birmingham’s Zoning Board of Adjustment, Thursday, was attended by many neighbors who say they don’t want to live near an AI factory or data center, citing concerns about how much power it will use, how loud it will be and how close it is to neighbors.
“Their site where they’re building is in the neighborhood, not in the industrial part,” one concerned resident voiced. “It’s in the corporate part for offices. It wasn’t put there for industry, it was for offices and now they want to tear down the offices and put in industry. We don’t want them in the neighborhood.”
Another concern was brought up by the Greater Birmingham Humane Society. Those with the organization say they might have to redesign their new planned facility if this is approved because they’ll have to protect the animals in the outdoor yard. They add this project is also spooking donors of the project because there are so many questions that remain.
“I am truly not even sure this campus is even going to happen anymore,” Allison Black Cornelius, GBHS’ Chief Executive Officer, said. “I’m watching it vaporize before my eyes. I’m just asking for time. I’d like to meet with them.”
Because there were still so many questions from neighbors and city leaders, they postponed any vote Thursday. The board is set to discuss the utility substation again in three weeks.
What’s happening in Alabama’s data center boom?
There are 31 data centers in the state, with the majority in Central Alabama, according to our Get the Facts Data Team. Dozens more sit in the Northeast, Georgia and Texas. Some facilities are already operating; others are still planned or under construction, including Project Marvel in Bessemer and Nebius AI Factory in Birmingham.
What’s the difference between a data center and an AI factory?
IBM describes a data center as a building housing infrastructure to run, deliver, store and manage applications and services.
NVIDIA says an AI factory is not like a traditional data center for general-purpose computing but is built for the entire AI lifecycle.
John Sutter with Nebius said, “In the grand scheme of things, these are both data centers, but this is not where your iCloud photos are.”
The AI company, Nebius, already owns a 75-acre parcel off Lakeshore Parkway that used to be Regions Operations Center. The clearing work has already begun as the company waits for the permits to start construction on what they call an AI factory.
Artificial intelligence involves a lot of data. The proposed AI factory would use 300 MW of power, enough to power tens of thousands of homes. But Nebius has plans to build a substation and switchyard so Alabama Power customers will not be impacted.
Sutter said, “Alabama Power has said that this will not increase or have any effect on rates. And we ensure that we pay our full cost of power.”
Ryan Anderson, Southern Environmental Law Center
Ryan Anderson is an attorney with Southern Environmental Law Center. She said, “They’re going to need that power to come from a power plant, whether that’s a plant miller or a new methane-fired power plant, we don’t know. So just constructing a new substation next to the facility does not address the concerns about its power consumption.”
Anderson is concerned about the power draw and water consumption these AI factories and data centers demand. But Sutter said Nebius wants to partner with Birmingham and address any environmental concerns or worries residents may have. He said the factory will benefit the community, especially its schools. “There will be tens of millions of dollars annually in tax revenue associated with this facility. There’ll be hundreds of construction jobs associated with this facility. It’s about $88 million is what the city and the county schools will receive off this project.”
Anderson countered, “Communities shouldn’t have to choose between clean air and clean water and having a robust education system and a thriving economy. So, if that’s the choice that people are being asked to make, I think it’s an unfair one.”
UAB Hospital has once again earned international recognition, securing a place as Alabama’s top-ranked hospital on Newsweek’s prestigious list of the World’s Best Hospitals 2026.
Out of more than 400 hospitals evaluated this year in the U.S., UAB was ranked No. 59.
This annual ranking, presented in collaboration with Statista Inc., a leading global data and business intelligence platform, highlights top-performing hospitals across various medical specialties.
UAB was also awarded as a leader in patient experience.
“UAB’s continued recognition as one of the nation’s top health care destinations reflects the outstanding work our faculty and staff deliver every day,” said Dawn Bulgarella, CEO of UAB Health System. “This honor, grounded in rigorous hospital quality metrics, the expertise of medical professionals and the voices of our patients, underscores the strength of our care. Combined with our leading research and innovative therapies, these results reaffirm UAB as the destination of choice in Alabama, across the Southeast and beyond.”
The UAB Health System, the largest health system in the state, continues to expand its reach and impact across the state, now operating as a nearly $7.5 billion enterprise with 133 locations serving all 67 counties in Alabama and beyond. In November 2024, UAB Health System acquired St. Vincent’s Hospitals, increasing its total bed count to 3,173. The system now includes UAB Hospital, UAB St. Vincent’s, UAB Medical West, Baptist Health in Montgomery, UAB Hospital- Callahan Eye, and all associated sites of care of the owned and affiliated entities.
With a workforce of more than 30,000 physicians, health care professionals and staff, UAB Health System provides care to some of Alabama’s most critically ill patients and serves almost 1.4 million unique patients. UAB promotes sustainable rural health care throughout the state by supporting associate hospitals of the UAB Health System, like Russell Medical Center, Whitfield Regional Hospital and John Paul Jones Hospital.
This year, four key data sources were used to determine the winner: hospital quality metrics, recommendations from medical experts—including doctors, hospital managers and other healthcare professionals—results from patient surveys, and findings from the Statista PROMs Implementation Survey.
The full list of honorees was released February 25 and is available on Newsweek’s website.
