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Keeping the Legacy Moving: Herman Mannings III and the MLK Drum Run

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Every Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, runners, walkers, drummers and families gather in Birmingham for the MLK Day Drum Run, led by Herman Mannings III. (EQS Photography, Provided)

By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times

In a city deeply rooted in the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement, Herman Mannings III found a way to combine remembrance, movement and community into one enduring tradition.

Every Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, runners, walkers, drummers and families gather in Birmingham for the MLK Day Drum Run — an annual one-mile, 5K and 10K event honoring Dr. King through “fun and fitness and fellowship,” as Mannings describes it.

But for Mannings, the race has always represented something larger than miles logged or finish lines crossed.

“It was an opportunity to get more people of color involved,” Mannings said. “And also, to help people kind of set goals to start at the beginning of the year with fitness.”

Now serving as the race director, Mannings has spent more than a decade building the Drum Run into one of Birmingham’s most unique Martin Luther King Jr. Day traditions — blending wellness, music, scholarship and cultural remembrance into a single community-centered experience.

“We’re the first one mile, 5K, 10K of the year within the city of Birmingham,” Mannings said.

What separates the Drum Run from a typical road race is the music. (EQS Photography, Provided)

Bringing the Drum Run Home

The event originally began in Atlanta in 2012, where Mannings and his business partner first launched the concept. After seeing the race’s success there, Mannings knew he wanted to bring it back home to Birmingham.

“It worked well in Atlanta, and I wanted to bring it home to Birmingham, ’cause Birmingham is, the cradle of civil rights.”

For Mannings, Birmingham’s connection to Dr. King’s legacy made the city the natural home for the race.

“Growing up here in Birmingham, it was two major weekends that we pretty much celebrated a lot,” he said. “Of course, one is Magic City Classic weekend and then the Martin Luther King Day weekend.”

As older generations who carried Birmingham’s civil rights history continue to pass on, Mannings, 49, said he feels a responsibility to help preserve that legacy for younger generations.

“A lot of our elders have since transitioned,” he said. “It’s pretty much up to my generation and the generations after to keep the legacy of Dr. King alive here in the city.”

That sense of responsibility is deeply personal for Mannings, who grew up in Birmingham’s Bush Hills community and attended Holy Family Elementary School before graduating from A.H. Parker High School in 1994.

“I grew up under Reverend Abraham Lincoln Woods Jr.,” Mannings said. “He pretty much drilled in this, you know what I mean, so that we won’t forget our history and where we came from.”

As a member of St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church, Mannings said Woods encouraged young people in the church to stay connected to Birmingham’s civil rights legacy through community involvement and education.

“When I left Birmingham to go to Morehouse [College], Reverend Woods told me, ‘Don’t forget about Birmingham, and always remember Birmingham, and bring something back to Birmingham,’” Mannings recalled.

Years later, bringing the Drum Run home became part of fulfilling that promise.

“That was one of the real factors of one of the reasons why I brought the race back to Birmingham,” he said.

Every Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, runners, walkers, drummers and families gather in Birmingham for the MLK Day Drum Run. (EQS Photography, Provided)

More Than a Race

The event itself feels part race, part celebration.

Participants arrive early on race morning, gathering for music, speakers and community programming. A DJ energizes the crowd while workout instructor Curtis Starks, owner of Training Burn, leads warmups before runners take to the streets.

But what separates the Drum Run from a typical road race is the music.

“The drum lines were put there,” Mannings explained, “kind of reminds you, like, a reverse parade type situation.”

As runners move through the course, live drumlines perform along the route, creating an atmosphere that feels distinctly Southern, distinctly Black and unmistakably Birmingham.

“Martin Luther King was a drum major for justice,” Mannings said.

That symbolism inspired the event’s signature concept and name.

Over the years, the race has expanded from a single 5K into a one-mile run, 5K and 10K. But even as participation has grown, Mannings said the mission has remained centered on giving back.

“We provide scholarships,” he said.

The scholarships specifically support graduating high school seniors involved in drumlines — another intentional way the event ties athletics, music and youth opportunity together.

“To date, we’ve awarded $44,000 in scholarships,” Mannings said.

In addition to scholarships, participating drumlines also receive direct financial support for their programs.

“We also provide funds to each participating drumline as well,” Mannings said.

The Drum Run later expanded its community outreach efforts even further, eventually incorporating funding for nonprofit organizations and community groups alongside student scholarships.

Every Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, runners, walkers, drummers and families gather in Birmingham for the MLK Day Drum Run. (EQS Photography, Provided)

Running Toward Community and Legacy

Though Mannings organizes one of Birmingham’s signature running events, he laughs at the idea of being considered a runner himself.

“No, I’m not a runner myself,” he said. “I’m a walker.”

Still, he quickly recognized the growing influence of run culture and its potential to create healthier communities.

“One thing I did notice, you know, we were having a rise in the running community,” Mannings said. “People of color.”

That visibility matters, particularly in a sport and fitness culture where Black runners have historically been underrepresented.

For Mannings, the Drum Run became a way to make wellness feel more communal, accessible and culturally connected.

“We’re all about giving back,” he said. “And the way we do it is through fitness and fellowship.”

Outside of the Drum Run, Mannings also operates Leftover Energy LLC, an event management company focused on producing events and providing social responsibility consulting for companies. He also runs Mannings Solutions, a compliance consulting business serving financial service firms.

But despite balancing multiple businesses and splitting time between Birmingham and Atlanta, Mannings said Birmingham remains central to his identity.

“I was born and raised in Bush Hills,” he said.

That connection continues to shape the purpose behind the Drum Run today.

“Our generation is the first generation after segregation,” Mannings said. “So, we have a lot to actually live up to and prove for future generations.”

More than a race, the Drum Run has become an act of remembrance — one that invites Birmingham residents to move together while honoring the city’s past and investing in its future.

For Mannings, that mission remains simple.

“I’m just doing my part,” he said, “hopefully I can be a blessing or an inspiration to the next generation.”

For more information on how to join the fun visit www.mlkday5kbham.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram @mlkday5kbham

Princeton Elementary Students Celebrate Becoming Authors, Publishing Class Books

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Two Princeton Alternative Elementary School kindergarten classes and one first-grade class recently celebrated the release of books they authored. (Mia Watkins, For The Birmingham Times)

By Mia Watkins | For The Birmingham Times

Grade school is full of milestones for children, but some students at Princeton Alternative Elementary School have reached a goal some adults can’t even claim—becoming a published author all before the age of 10.

Two kindergarten classes and one first-grade class recently celebrated the release of their books in a cafeteria full of their classmates, teachers and, of course, their proud parents.

“You see the smiles on their faces,” kindergarten teacher Terri Tucker said, looking around the room. “They are absolutely elated to be authors. That’s worth it all.”

The book writing program started four years ago with Dorine James, a former fifth grade teacher. This is the second year that the school’s youngest students have participated, according to Tucker.

“When Ms. James introduced it to me, I just fell in love with it,” she said. “I thought it was a wonderful thing, and I was so excited to try it with the five-year-olds. They grasped the concept, they did everything and they followed that writing process precisely. They got that book done, and I’m very proud.”

The classes worked throughout the school year to conceptualize, write and illustrate three books: “What Would You Be?,” “Kindness Counts in Kindergarten” and “The Life of First Grade Superheroes.” Each student authored a page in their class’s book. The books are published through Studentreasures Publishing, a company that provides free publishing kits to classrooms.

Princeton Alternative Elementary School student Pryce Stephens shares the book he authored. (Mia Watkins, For The Birmingham Times)

A Big Undertaking

Tucker describes the process from idea to finished product as a big undertaking. She said that thinking about it gives her chills.

“We begin by writing a rough draft of what we want to say,” Tucker said. “We teach the children how to stick to one idea. Like, our idea was kindness. Think about what it is to be kind. Everything you write has to be on that topic. It’s hard to get the little ones to stick to the topic, but once you do, it’s great.”

She said she saw tremendous growth in her students throughout the project.

“I’ve definitely seen the growth in their writing,” she said. “They’re using complete sentences. As you go through the book, you’ll see that they started with capital letters, and they’re using punctuation at five years old. I was just really impressed with that.”

Principal Bruce Jackson said these programs are important because they provide students with practical experience in reading and writing.

“This is our way to incentivize those scholars,” he said of the students. “Having their own book and their parents are given an opportunity to see them write a book and have those memories.”

Jackson said he enjoys seeing the whole family get involved in the process.

“The parents are more excited than the kids,” he said.

Princeton Alternative Elementary School student Londyn Long said it feels great to be a published author. (Mia Watkins, For The Birmingham Times)

Gaining Confidence

Dr. Brandi Rudolph Bolling’s daughter, Faith, gained more confidence in her writing during the process of publishing two books at school.

“She’s gaining the skills as someone who’s learning to understand and also perfect the English language,” she said. “She’s become more confident in her ability to express herself in print.”

John Williams III, whose son, John Williams IV, and daughter, Gia Williams, are both published authors, said projects like these assure him that he made the right decision by sending his children to Princeton.

“Even watching my daughter read her portion of the book and watching my son being excited about doing his second book is just encouraging them to be more studious,” he said. “It’s fun. The growth has been amazing.”

First grader Pryce Stephens wrote about this superhero alter ego, Mr. Invisa, who has the superpower of invisibility.

“I learned how to read better,” he said

Londyn Long said it feels great to be a published author. She said her aunt helped her draw her illustration for her page.

“My favorite part was drawing everything,” she said. “I feel like I learned how to be a better drawer for when I grow up or when I get older, like my brother.”

Her class’s book focused on kindness, which she said other kids can learn about through reading.

“If they see someone else being kind, they can feel a better emotion about it by seeing kind actions and kind stuff,” Long said.

Tucker, who is retiring, hopes to see the program expand to all classes in the school and eventually throughout Birmingham City Schools.

“I’d like to get it where every class has a table in here set up with what they’ve written, so the children can really take part in becoming an author as they grow,” she said. “To say that they’ve published five books by the time they go to middle school, that’s big stuff.”

Princeton Alternative Elementary School students celebrate the release of books they authored. (Mia Watkins, For The Birmingham Times)

How Alchemy Run Crew Built a Community Movement in Birmingham and Beyond

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Ace Graham is seen outside Alchemy, the boutique streetwear and running shop he founded in Birmingham. (Amarr Croskey, For The Birmingham Times)

By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times

On any given Tuesday night in Birmingham’s Five Points South, the sidewalks begin to fill long before sunset.

Some runners arrive in matching race gear and carbon-plated shoes. Others pull up in oversized T-shirts and leggings after long workdays. Some are seasoned marathoners. Others are attempting their very first mile.

But by the time the group gathers outside Alchemy — the boutique streetwear and running shop founded by Ace Graham — those differences fade into the background.

Because at Alchemy Run Crew, nobody has to prove they belong before they show up.

“You just come and run,” Graham said simply.

What began in 2021 as one man’s personal running routine has evolved into one of Birmingham’s most visible and influential wellness communities — a movement centered as much on healing, culture and connection as fitness itself.

Today, Alchemy Run Crew hosts multiple weekly runs, community yoga, long-distance training sessions and large-scale events that stretch far beyond city limits. The group has organized civil rights-inspired endurance projects across Alabama, partnered with national brands, distributed hundreds of pairs of shoes to Birmingham residents in need and cultivated a multicultural running community in a sport where many Black runners have historically felt unseen.

Ace Graham is seen outside Alchemy in Birmingham’s Five Points South Neighborhood. (Amarr Croskey, For The Birmingham Times)

More Than a “Run Club”

Still, Graham insists the mission was never about building a “run club.”

“Running was my personal hobby,” he said.  “Customers would see me running through the city and say they wanted to come run too. One day we just said, ‘Let’s make a community run and see who shows up.’”

About 20 people came that first night.

They kept coming back.

Now, Alchemy Run Crew’s weekly schedule includes community runs on Tuesdays, women’s runs on Wednesdays, social runs on Thursdays, long runs on Saturdays and beginner recovery runs on Sundays. On Mondays, the crew hosts free community yoga — another intentional effort to lower barriers to wellness access in Birmingham.

Every event is free.

That matters to Graham.

“One of the biggest things for me is low barrier to entry,” he said. “We want people to feel seen. We want people to have access.”

For Graham, service has always been the foundation.

Raised in a military family, he credits the Army values instilled in him early in life — especially selfless service — with shaping the way he approaches business, leadership and community building.

“I’ve always wanted to create opportunities and experiences for people,” he said. “Alchemy is a platform.”

That platform extends far beyond running.

Since opening Alchemy in Five Points South nearly a decade ago, Graham has used the space to host art exhibitions, mural projects, producer battles, rap events and cultural programming designed to bring different groups of people together.

The running community, he said, simply became another bridge.

“Everything we’ve ever done has been focused on mixed demographics,” Graham said. “Creating a space where multicultural people can engage together through product, through experiences, through events, through running.”

Alchemy Run Crew’s schedule includes community runs on Tuesdays, women’s runs on Wednesdays, social runs on Thursdays, long runs on Saturdays and beginner recovery runs on Sundays. (Amarr Croskey, For The Birmingham Times)

Sam Running Through the ‘Ham

That inclusivity is part of what drew runners like Sam Nelms to the community.

For Nelms — known online as “Sam Running Through the ‘Ham” — running started long before Alchemy existed.

Growing up in Homewood, she first discovered the sport in middle school after failing to make the volleyball team.

“The coach was like, ‘You can’t hit the ball, but you were running those reps really well,’” she said with a laugh.

A cross-country coach quickly recognized her talent and invited her to join the team, introducing Nelms to a sport she and her family previously knew little about.

“Being Black, me and my parents didn’t know anything about cross country,” she said. “We were like, ‘What is that?’”

Soon, Nelms found herself competing at one of the highest levels in Alabama’s ultra-competitive distance running scene against powerhouse programs like Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills and Hewitt-Trussville.

By her junior year at Homewood High School, the girls’ cross-country team placed second at state for the first time in school history.

But behind the accomplishment was exhaustion.

“I was burnt out,” Nelms admitted.

As the only Black girl on the team at the time, she also began noticing the social and economic realities surrounding the sport.

“The competitiveness of running mixed with not realizing how privileged running was — it became difficult,” she said.

So, at 16 years old, she quit.

For years, running disappeared from her life entirely.

She attended Baylor University in Texas, where she received a B.A. in sociology. Nelms immersed herself in college life and left distance running behind. It was not until graduate school while studying social work and later the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic that she slowly began reconnecting with the sport.

At first, it was casual.

Then it became something deeper.

At Alchemy Run Crew, nobody has to prove they belong before they show up. (Amarr Croskey, For The Birmingham Times)

“It reconnected me with Birmingham.”

When Nelms returned home to Birmingham in 2021, she was rebuilding more than a running routine. Many of her friends had moved away, and she found herself searching for connection.

That is when she found Alchemy Run Crew.

“It kind of reconnected me with Birmingham,” she said.

Though she no longer regularly runs with the group because of her schedule, many of her closest friendships today were formed through Alchemy.

“They’re the people who helped me train for my first half marathon and my first marathon,” she said.

Since then, Nelms has completed one full marathon and multiple half marathons, with another full marathon already on her calendar.

To outsiders, marathon running often sounds intimidating — 26.2 miles of relentless physical strain. But for runners like Nelms, the appeal extends far beyond fitness.

“I literally love the joy and sensation of moving my body this way,” she said. “Watching the city wake up, seeing the sunrise, seeing dogs, seeing people start their mornings — there’s just something peaceful about it.”

Running, she said, has also become a mirror.

“It showed me I’m stronger than I thought,” Nelms said. “More resilient than I realized.”

Still, she acknowledges that navigating distance running as a Black woman can feel isolating.

“You always hear people say Black people don’t do distance running,” she said, adding that Black runners have historically only been visible in sprinting track and field events such as the 100-meter and 200-meter races that test pure speed, explosiveness and acceleration.

Stereotypes about Black athletes linger even today.

As Nelms has moved deeper into the marathon world, she often finds herself one of the few Black women at races. But rather than discouraging her, that visibility has become part of her motivation.

“I want little Black girls to see somebody that looks like them doing this,” she said. “If you’ve got the heart for it, go try it.”

Tiffany Moore, far right, a wellness creator, health coach and Lululemon Run Ambassador, is part of the Alchemy Run Crew. Tiffany is pictured with other runners, from left, Kayla, Vashti and Joyce. (Amarr Croskey, For The Birmingham Times)

“It helped me build community.”

That same spirit of representation resonates with Tiffany Moore, a wellness creator, health coach and Lululemon Run Ambassador.

For Moore, running began as a deeply personal challenge tied to turning 40.

“I wanted to do something hard,” she said.

Although fitness had long been part of her life through basketball and at-home walking workouts, distance running felt intimidating.

“I saw runners all the time, but I never thought, ‘That’s something I want to do,’” Moore said.

In 2024, she began slowly incorporating walk-runs into her routine while navigating difficult mental health moments and the isolation that sometimes comes with working from home.

Running became therapeutic.

“It challenges you mentally” she said. “There are moments when you want to quit, and you have to tell yourself, ‘No, you can do this.’”

Then she discovered Alchemy.

“When I first went to one of the women’s runs, I was like, ‘What did I get myself into?’” she recalled with a laugh.

But the environment quickly shifted her perspective.

“It helped me build community,” Moore said. “Now if I’m having one of those days where I don’t feel like running, I can text one of the girls and they’ll say, ‘Come on.’”

Historically, distance running spaces have not always felt welcoming to Black women, particularly women whose bodies, pace or appearance may not fit stereotypical images associated with runners.

“I didn’t always see my shape or my size in running spaces,” Moore said. “I had imposter syndrome.”

But instead of shrinking herself, she leaned in.

“I like being in spaces people think we shouldn’t be in,” she said.

Moore2Health

Moore’s impact stretches far beyond race day. Known online for her fitness and lifestyle content, Moore has built a devoted digital audience of more than 40,000 YouTube subscribers on her channel Moore2Health by documenting her wellness journey with honesty, humor and consistency. Her content — ranging from workout routines and running preparation to lifestyle motivation — has helped position her as one of Birmingham’s most recognizable fitness influencers, particularly among young Black women looking to see themselves represented in wellness spaces traditionally lacking diversity.

That visibility led to another milestone: becoming a brand ambassador for lululemon. Moore recently hosted her first community event with the athletic apparel company, blending fitness, fellowship and encouragement into an experience she described as deeply meaningful.

For Moore, the partnership represented more than athletic wear or social media recognition. It symbolized the growing visibility of Black runners and creators in spaces where they have historically been overlooked.

“Growing up, you didn’t really see a lot of Black women in distance running,” Moore said. “So now being able to partner with a brand like lululemon and create community around movement and wellness — especially here in Birmingham — feels really full circle.”

Moore said hosting the event reminded her that running has become about far more than competition or personal records. It has evolved into a platform for connection, confidence and representation.

“What I love most is seeing people realize they belong in these spaces too,” she said. “You don’t have to look a certain way or fit a stereotype to call yourself a runner.”

The event also highlighted how Birmingham’s running culture continues to evolve, fueled in part by creators and athletes using social media to make fitness feel more accessible and inclusive.

Now, through her platform and ambassador work, Moore hopes to encourage more Black women to start imperfectly and without fear.

“You don’t need the perfect clothes or gear,” she said. “If you’re running, you’re a runner.”

Through online platforms, local run groups and community events, influencers like Moore are helping redefine what wellness looks like in the city — one mile at a time.

Ace Graham talks after one of the Alchemy Run Crew runs recently in Birmingham. (Amarr Croskey Photos, For The Birmingham Times)

Building Bridges Beyond the Run

For Graham, stories like Moore’s and Nelms’ are exactly why Alchemy matters.

While he’s become the public face of the crew, he consistently redirects attention back toward the people who shape the culture.

“This isn’t about me,” Graham said. “People should hear Sam’s name, Tiffany’s name. These are the people that are the DNA of what we do.”

That philosophy is reflected in the projects Alchemy creates.

One of the group’s most impactful initiatives was a civil rights-focused endurance run across Alabama. Participants traveled from Birmingham to Selma and Montgomery, visiting landmarks like the 16th Street Baptist Church, Edmund Pettus Bridge and the Equal Justice Initiative.

The project included runners from different races, nationalities and backgrounds — including participants from Germany, Norway and the Philippines — and later became a documentary, “On the Fly,” screened at Birmingham’s historic Carver Theatre last February.

For Graham, the project represented what Alchemy has always tried to accomplish: using movement to create understanding.

“What running means to me is finding opportunities to build bridges,” he said.

Even Alchemy’s charitable efforts reflect that same mission.

Through its nonprofit initiative, Alchemy Cares, the organization has committed to distributing 5,000 pairs of shoes to people in need by 2028. So far, more than 1,200 pairs have already been donated throughout Birmingham.

The idea came from Graham simply noticing unhoused residents walking through Five Points South without proper footwear.

“We would literally go outside, measure their feet and give them shoes from our inventory,” he said.

That grassroots instinct — seeing a need and responding directly — continues to define Alchemy’s identity.

The crew’s influence now stretches well beyond Birmingham city limits.

This year, Alchemy sent an all-women team to participate in The Speed Project, an unsanctioned 340-mile relay race from Los Angeles to Las Vegas widely considered one of the most grueling endurance events in the world.

For Graham, selecting an all-women team was intentional.

“We want to do as much as we can to support women in our community,” he said.

Still, despite Alchemy’s growth, national recognition and expanding visibility, the heart of the community remains surprisingly simple.

People show up.

They move together.

They encourage each other.

And in a world increasingly shaped by isolation, screens and division, that consistency has become transformative for many Birmingham runners.

Especially Black runners who once believed distance running was never meant for them.

For Moore, running has become part of how she cares for herself mentally, physically and emotionally.

For Nelms, it became proof of resilience.

And for Graham, it remains a tool for connection.

“It’s about building bridges,” he said.

At Alchemy Run Crew, those bridges are measured not just in miles — but in belonging.

Follow Alchemy on Instagram @alchemyruncrew and visit Alchemy at 1024 20th St S Birmingham AL 35205.

Today, Alchemy Run Crew hosts multiple weekly runs, community yoga, long-distance training sessions and large-scale events that stretch far beyond city limits. (Amarr Croskey Photos, For The Birmingham Times)

PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS

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Revolution Reggae and Soca Band performs at the Marvel City Caribbean Food and Music Festival, Saturday, at the DeBardeleben Park. (Photo Credit: Pride Photography)

By Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times 

“CELEBRATING CARIBBEAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH!”

Don’t forget to VOTE – June 16 Run Offs.

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 4

**READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!!

**COMEDIAN at the StarDome Comedy Club.

**JAZZ HAPPY HOUR with JOSE CARR AND HIS BAND, 5 p.m. at the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame.

**KARAOKE KICKBACK EVERY THURSDAY, 6 – 9 p.m. at Jazzi’s on 3rd.

**BLUES JAM EVERY 3rd THURSDAY, 7- 10 p.m. at True Story Brewing.

**THAT’S MY JAM THURSDAYS KARAOKE & MINGLE at Platinum with music by DEVYBE BAND and hosted by Jirus Horton. Line Dance with DESI KEITH & D2 at 6 p.m.

**FREE – SUBSTRATE BINGO with JACKIE LO at Saturn.

**FIRE CAMINO, MILKY WHITE & LIMITED SIGHT DISTANCE at The Nick.

**S’MORES & POURS – Benefitting Bridgeways at Avondale Brewing Co.

**RnB POETICALLY LIT, 5-7 p.m. at Lit on 8th, 518 Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd. with HUNCHO ZAVY, KD MCQWEEN, CAROL HOOD, DKMODE, BRIANNE SHARDAW and hosted by HEMP THE ARTIST. Every Thursday.

**3rd THURSDAY at the Nick with RAMBLIN’ RICKY TATE at The Nick.

**FILMMAKER NETWORKING NIGHTS, 5 p.m. at 1821 2nd Avenue North

**THAT’S MY JAM THURSDAYS, 7 p.m. at Platinum of Birmingham with DJ Slugga.

**ALABAMA BLAZIN BINGO, 6 p.m. at Overtime Grill and Bar.

**KARAOKE, 7 p.m. at True Story Brewing.

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 5

IT IS FRIDAY…the weekend starts…

**FISH FRY FRIDAY at Lil Mama’s, 1200 Hall Avenue EVERY FRIDAY, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. and music with Chef Dwayne “BIG DADDY” Thompson.

**LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Historic Carver Theatre, Friday through Sunday.

**COMEDIAN DERAY DAVIS at the StarDome Comedy Club.

**MILE AND HONEY: PRIDE at Saturn.

**KRIS DEWBERRY & THE LOWER END with THE BEND at The Nick.

**DANCE, GAVIN DANCE w/The FALL OF TROY, WOLF&BEAR and NOVELISTS at Avondale Brewing Co.

**FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, 5 p.m. at Howard’s Unlimited Lounge & Cocktail Bar at 4010 Avenue I with food by 1918 Catering Food Truck. Happy Hour at 5 p.m. Call 205-213-9097 for more.

**GOOD MUSIC WITH GOOD PEOPLE BREWING at Dave’s, 6 p.m. at Dave’s Pub.

 

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

**EVERY SATURDAY through AUGUST 1 – FARMERS & MAKERS MARKET, Every Saturday, 8 – 11 a.m., at the Irondale City Hall, 101 20th Street South. Seeking Vendors NOW. Any Questions: Contact etolbert@cityofirondaleal.gov or madelynjayne02@gmail.com.

**2nd Annual HEROES ON THE RUNWAY, 5 p.m. at the Alabama AGC Building in Irondale.

**13th ANNUAL MARVEL CITY CARIBBEAN FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL, Saturday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. at the Debardeleben Park in Bessemer by the Central Alabama Caribbean American Organization.

**LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Historic Carver Theatre.

**COMEDIAN DERAY DAVIS at the StarDome Comedy Club.

**THE MIDNIGHT EFFECT” 10 Year Anniversary at Saturn.

**3 THE HARDWAY, SUBHYMNAL, MAYWEATHER + LORELEI TAYLOR at The Nick.

**LATE NIGHT BEAUTY IS THE ENEMY, SOUNDS IN MY HEAD, WITHERED, ESOTERROR, XENOBILE at The Nick.

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 7

**HOWARD’S UNLIMITED LOUNGE & COCKTAIL BAR, 4010 Avenue I, in Belview Heights with our own favorite son radio personality D.J. CHRIS COLEMAN. Check it out for Sunday Brunch with food by 1918 Catering, music and more!! For more, call 205-213-9097. 1918 Catering is the best food for lunch, dinner or your special event. (Take my word.)

**LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Historic Carver Theatre

**JOSE CARR performing at JAZZ IN THE GARDEN SUNDAYS, Every 1st and 3rd Sunday, 5-8 p.m. at Denim on 7th, 2808 7th Avenue Suite105.

**EASE BACK 4th SUNDAYS, 5 p.m. at True Story Brewing.

**2ND SUNDAY FREE SHOW with ZACH AUSTIN at The Nick.

**4th SUNDAY FREE SHOW with our favorite TAYLOR HOLLINGSWORTH at The Nick.

**MOTION SUNDAYS at Platinum, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. with DJ CUZZO X DJ A1 Controlling the Vibes.

**COMEDIAN DERAY DAVIS at the StarDome Comedy Club.

**SEND DUDES at The Nick.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 8

**WEEKDAYS – IRONDALE SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER has activities starting at 8 a.m. with a Hot Lunch served for Seniors, Monday – Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  Call 205-951-1418 for details about the FREE program.

**MONDAYS – THURSDAYS – CFJS CARES RESPITE PROGRAM, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Call 205-278-7113 for more info.

**MONDAYS – GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP, 10-11:30 a.m. at CJFS Conference Room. Open to survivors who have experienced loss within the past 2 years. Call 205-278-7101 to sign up.

**MONDAYS – ENVISION RADIO, 1 p.m. ‘Where Praise Meets Talk’ with a Special Guest each Monday. For more: www.envision-radio.com.

**MONDAYS – DEMENTIA CAREGIVER VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP, 3 p.m. and/or Tuesday, at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Call 205-278-7113 for more info.

**BIRMINGHAM BANDSTAND at the Nick.

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 9

**TACO TUESDAY R & B NIGHT, EVERY TUESDAY at Hemings on 2ND Avenue.

**PODCASTING 101 at CREED63, EVERY TUESDAY at 5:45 p.m. Learn how to launch and create your own podcast at 1601 5th Avenue North, Birmingham 35203.

**JOSE CARR EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT at True Story Brewing.

**SONGWRITER’S NIGHT EVERY 2ND TUESDAY at The Nick.

**REAL FUNNY COMEDY WEDNESDAYS at True Story Brewing. Sign up at 7:30 p.m.

**PAWPAW ROD: PICTURE DAY TOUR  at Saturn.

 

WEDNESDAY, June 10

**REAL FUNNY COMEDY WEDNESDAYS at True Story Brewing. Sign up at 7:30 p.m.

**OPEN MIC NIGHT at StarDome Comedy Club.

**PRIDE IDOL at Saturn.

 

NEXT THURSDAY, JUNE 11

**READ THE BIRMINGHAM TIMES. Catch up on the news!!!

**ENTREPRENEURS & INNOVATORS CONFERENCE by the Alabama State Black Chamber of Commerce, at the Marriott Birmingham, 2590 Grandview Parkway. This conference is for businesses and owners looking forward to growing, learning, networking and getting more information to survive in the world today.  Knowledge is power when you want your business to grow. For more information, email: info@ALBlackCC.org.

**COMEDIAN MARCUS MONROE at the StarDome Comedy Club.

**JAZZ HAPPY HOUR with JOSE CARR AND HIS BAND, 5 p.m. at the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame.

**KARAOKE KICKBACK EVERY THURSDAY, 6 – 9 p.m. at Jazzi’s on 3rd.

**BLUES JAM EVERY 3rd THURSDAY, 7- 10 p.m. at True Story Brewing.

**THAT’S MY JAM THURSDAYS KARAOKE & MINGLE at Platinum with music by DEVYBE BAND and hosted by Jirus Horton. Line Dance with DESI KEITH & D2 at 6 p.m.

**STEEL CITY MEN’S CHORUS at Saturn.

**BRIAN WOLF & THE HOWLERS with MILLENIAL JONES at The Nick.

 

NEXT FRIDAY, JUNE 12

**FISH FRY FRIDAY at Lil Mama’s, 1200 Hall Avenue EVERY FRIDAY, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. and music with Chef Dwayne “BIG DADDY” Thompson.

**COMEDIAN AKAASH SINGHat the StarDome Comedy Club.

**ANDY HALL at Saturn.

**JOMBI, SAM AND THE BIG BOYS, BAND SILHOUETTE, LUNAR PARQUE at The Nick.

*TAYLORVILLE – TAYLOR SWIFT TRIBUTE at Avondale Brewing Co.

 

NEWS TO KNOW AND USE

CELEBRATING CARIBBEAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH!

**THE MARVEL CITY CARIBBEAN FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL – The Central Alabama Caribbean American Organization (CACAO) is hosting their 13th Annual Marvel Caribbean Food and Music Festival, June 6, Saturday, at the DeBardeleben Park, 1623 Second Avenue in Bessemer. Pauline Ford, Founder of CACAO, is expecting a crowd with vendors from Tennessee, Georgia and all around Alabama. There will be plenty of good food, good music and a great atmosphere that will be very welcoming to all. The parade kicks the festival off at NOON at the Alex Bradford Park heading to the DeBardeleben Park where Mr. Desi Keith will be instructing line dancing for those that love to do so with great music and plenty of line dancers. …HERE IS A LITTLE OF WHAT TO EXPECT: MCs are ULATO SAM (Bob Marley Musical, Las Vegas) and WAYNE HALL (Wayne Hall Show, Atlanta, GA). 1 p.m. – Welcome from Bessemer Mayor Gulley, Sheriff  Mark Pettway, Police Chief Carmichael and Commissioner Sheila Tyson. 1:30 p.m. -Kenne Blessin and Revolution Reggae and Soca Band, 2 p.m. -T. Renee Xperience, 2:30 p.m. -Pansonics Steel Band, 3 p.m. -Heartbeat Dance Company, 3:30 p.m. -Jeremy Torres, 4 p.m. -Queen Barbee and Ulato Sam, 4:45p.m. -Kenne Blessin and Revolution Reggae and Soca Band, 5 p.m. -DJ Dance Contest, 5:30 p.m. -Pansonics Steel Band, 6 p.m. -Jeremy Torres, 6:30 p.m. -DJ Interactive ‘Show What You Got Party’ block party, 7:30 p.m. -Kenne Blessin, Jeremy Torres and Revolution and Soca Band.   SEE YOU THERE!!! For more, go to: cacaooline.org.

 

YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES IN AND AROUND BIRMINGHAM THIS SUMMER

**HIRING – SUMMER AT THE SIXTH – Sixth Avenue Community Development Corporation is hiring for 6 weeks of action and a lifetime impact working in childcare or with children as an assistant counselor, lead counselor or driver. Interested individuals ages 16+, college students, teachers and retirees. For more, sixthavenuecdc.org

**HIRING – HABD SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM is accepting applications for the SUEP that offers young individuals the opportunity to develop leadership and mentorship skills by servicing as summer interns or Camp Counselors. Participants will have the opportunity to gain professional experience working with HABD departments and partner organizations while developing leadership and workforce. If hired they can work flexible work schedule while earning $12 per hour. Apply at: habd.org/jobs.

**HIRING – GIRLS INC EUREKA SUMMER ENRICHMENT Program will provide middle and high schools girls hands-on STEM experience to explore career pathways, build confidence and develop new skills. Camp Dates are June 15-26 and July 6-17, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Questions, contact Deidre Brown at 205-599-5551 or email dbrown@girlsinccentral-al.org. Limited spots for 8th graders to attend at a discounted rate.

**BECOME A LIFEGUARD – Pools are gearing up for the fun in the water. If you are ready, can lead, protect then apply. Perks include competitive pay, certification opportunities, flexible schedules and fun on the summer job. Call 205-254-2189 for more.

**SUMMER FILM CAMP – This is a five-day summer program for high school students to learn filmmaking, get the fundamentals of storytelling, lighting camera work and editing with professional filmmakers. Camp is June 8-13. Scholarships are available for those that qualify. Go to: bhamfilmcamp.com.

**JUNIOR NATURALIST ACADEMY – Each week in June, Tuesday through Fridays at Ruffner Mountain, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The academy includes animal programs, camp songs, eco-arts, hiking, mature journaling and plant identification. Register at jeffcogreenways.org/programs/youth/junior-naturalist-academy. There is a fee.

**MAGIC CITY YOUTHBUILD – Housing Authority of the Birmingham District is accepting applications to a six to nine-month initiative providing training and educational opportunities in healthcare and construction to young people ages 16-24 Who are looking to earn their GED. Biweekly stipend provided. Applications will be accepted until July 15. Apply at: youthbuild@habd.org or call 205-937-7550.

**CAMP BRILLIANCE – Registration is open for enrollment in the summer camp June 8 – July 23, 7:15 a.m. -5:15 p.m. for ages 3 – 13 at Zion AME Church in downtown Birmingham. It will offer math, reading, tutoring, arts, crafts, character development, science experiments and weekly field trips.  Contact Ms. Bolden at 205-587-5183, 205 305-1719 or email brilliant.kids@aol.com

**FIRST TEE BIRMINGHAM will offer FREE participation for Birmingham City Schools at Roebuck Golf Course and Highland Park Golf Course. Register at www.firstteebirmingham.org. use code: bcs26.

**SPACE ONE ELEVEN CITY CENTER ART – Afterschool studio art program for Artists to learn the elements of art and principles of design, strengthen foundation skills and further their understanding of art criticism, art theory and history for Grades 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Call 205

**BIRMINGHAM PARK AND RECREATION KIDS SUMMER CAMP – Session 1: June 8 – 26, Session 2: July 6-24, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. where campers can enjoy engaging activities, make new friends and stay active all summer long. For more call 205-254-2391.  There is a fee.

**JUNE 1 – JULY 31 – WHACK KIDZ SUMMER ADVENTURE 2026 students will experience one of the most engaging and popular summer, faith-based enrichment programs in the Birmingham Area. Register at pci.jotform.com/form/

**BIRMINGHAM SUMMER INSTITUTE – Enrollment for this year’s camp is open. Camp will run from June 18 – July 24 and serve students in grades 3 – 8. Activities will feature arts and crafts, outdoor activities, field trips and science experiments. Cost includes meals, activities, field trips and a t-shirt.

**CAMP BETHEL COLLEGEVILLE SUMMER LEARNING CAMP is accepting applications at 3200 28th Avenue North. Camp is June 8 – July 24, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday -Friday. Important Dates: Field Trips every Friday beginning June 19. Closed June 19 and July 3. Early dismissal July at 3 p.m. Registration and weekly tuition. For more, contact Mr. Norman Dixon at 205-322—5360 or email campbethel18@gmail.com.

**UAB SUMMER ENGINEERING PROGRAMS – This is a great opportunity for students to get hands-on learning and exploring difference fields in engineering and technology. Options Drone Academy: June 8-12 and July 6-10; Punkin Chunkin: June 15-18 and July 29-July 2; Robotics, AI and Coding: July 13-16 and July 20-23; and the Civil Engineering Summer Camp: June 22-25. For more, go to uab.edu/engineering/home/summer-camps.

**STRIVE FUTURE LEADERS PROGRAM for justice-impacted residents ages 18-24 to take the step toward a career in industries including construction, logistics and manufacturing. The 8 week NO-COST program provides coaching, job training, internship opportunities, support services, counseling and support groups, development workshops, job placement assistance and lifetime alumni support. For more, strive.org/Birmingham.

**JULY 10 – UNBOUND: FREEDOM TO READ, 4- 8 p.m. at Innovation Depot, 1500 1st Avenue North by the Black Contractors Association Alabama Chapter- Educating and Uplifting with Freedom of Speech and Expression, Legacy and History. There will be authors, poets and writers. Come and experience a moment of expression in unity. Network and meet other business owners to experience the importance of Black Voices in the community. There will be spoken word, live music, light hors d’oeuvres, and drink ticket. It is hosted by LADY WOO, with beats by CHOCOLATE and performances by DEIDRE GADDIS and Saxophonist PEDRO MOORE. For vending, and more information, call Donnie at 205-873-4572.

Well, that’s it. Tell you more next time. People, Places and Things by Gwen DeRu is a weekly column. Send your questions, contact info with your events, your things of interest and more to: gwenderu@yahoo.com and thelewisgroup@birminghamtimes.com.

“The return of the Saturday downtown MAX On-Demand service helps create greater access to jobs, shopping, appointments, entertainment, and other important weekend destinations …”

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CHARLOTTE SHAW, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/CEO OF MAX TRANSIT, MAX TRANSIT HAS ANNOUNCED THE RETURN OF SATURDAY SERVICE FOR ITS DOWNTOWN MAX ON-DEMAND ZONE BEGINNING SATURDAY, JUNE 6, BIRMINGHAM TIMES, MAY 31.

Hoover’s Riverchase Galleria Expected to Be Listed for Sale After 40 Years

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Forty years after its opening, the Riverchase Galleria in Hoover is hitting the real estate market. (Wikipedia)

By Valerie Bell | WBMA

HOOVER — Once a retail powerhouse that helped fuel Hoover’s growth, the Riverchase Galleria may soon be entering a new era as city leaders look toward redevelopment opportunities tied to an expected sale of the property.

Hoover Mayor Nick Derzis confirmed to ABC 33/40 that the Riverchase Galleria property is expected to be listed for sale, a move city leaders believe could create new opportunities for redevelopment and investment at one of the region’s most recognizable commercial properties.

In a statement, Derzis said:

The Riverchase Galleria has long been a cornerstone of Hoover’s identity and a key driver of economic activity for our city and the region.

For years, the property’s status under a special servicer has limited the long-term planning and investment necessary to create the transformational development the site deserves.

The forthcoming listing of the Galleria property represents a positive turning point, creating the opportunity to bring a new vision, new capital, and renewed energy to one of the most important commercial assets in our city.

From the outset of my administration, I made it a priority to engage with current ownership and clearly communicate the City’s expectations, goals, and commitment to seeing the Galleria thrive again. We will continue to closely engage throughout this transition process and remain actively engaged going forward.

This moment is the catalyst Hoover has been waiting for. It opens the door for meaningful redevelopment not only of the Galleria itself, but throughout the surrounding commercial corridor. The City of Hoover intends to be a strong and active partner in the next phase of this property’s future.

We are excited about the opportunities ahead and remain fully committed to ensuring that the Riverchase Galleria once again reflects the strength, quality, and promise of our community.

The announcement comes months after Hoover leaders received the results of a major redevelopment study examining what the future could hold for the Riverchase Galleria and surrounding properties.

In 2025, the city partnered with Hunden Partners, a nationally recognized consulting firm, to conduct an extensive analysis of what officials called the “Galleria Campus.” The study examined retail trends, visitor traffic, sales tax performance and redevelopment opportunities across the property.

The findings highlighted challenges facing not only the Riverchase Galleria, but enclosed malls across the country.

Consultants found the property has experienced declining visitation and changing consumer shopping habits, trends that have affected malls nationwide as online shopping and mixed-use developments continue to reshape the retail landscape.

Despite those challenges, the report concluded the site remains one of the most valuable redevelopment opportunities in Alabama because of its location, infrastructure and surrounding commercial development.

The study proposed a two-phase roadmap for transforming portions of the property over time. Recommendations included introducing residential development, entertainment venues, public gathering spaces, hospitality options and additional mixed-use projects designed to bring people to the area beyond traditional shopping.

Some concepts included replacing underutilized portions of the mall with apartments, new retail experiences, restaurants and entertainment attractions while creating a more walkable destination.

At the time the study was released, city leaders emphasized that no final redevelopment plan had been adopted. Instead, officials described the report as a blueprint intended to guide future discussions with property owners and potential developers.

While no buyer has been publicly identified and a timeline for the sale has not been announced, city officials appear optimistic that new ownership could provide the investment necessary to move long-discussed redevelopment plans closer to reality.

BPL Presents Bards & Brews Open Mic Tribute Honoring the Legacy of Voice Porter on Friday at Ferus Artisan Ales

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Voice Porter was the longtime host and creative director of Bards & Brews, the Birmingham Public Library’s popular monthly spoken word poetry/craft beer event. (Birmingham Public Library)

By Roy L. Williams | Birmingham Public Library

The legacy of the late Brian “Voice Porter” Hawkins, longtime host of Birmingham Public Library’s popular monthly spoken word poetry and craft beer series Bards & Brews, will be celebrated during a special Bards & Brews Open Mic on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Ferus Artisan Ales in Trussville.

The spoken word open mic will take place across from Ferus in the Trussville Entertainment District at The Reserve, a venue located above Umami at 215 Bell Way, Suite B, Trussville, AL 35173. Doors will open at 6 p.m., followed by a musical guest at 6:30 p.m. and poetry.

Hosted by current emcee Thed Weller, the evening will feature live music by Kari Dione followed by open mic spoken word poetry celebrating the creativity, community and artistic expression championed by Voice Porter.

For nearly a decade, Voice Porter served as the face and voice of Bards & Brews until his unexpected passing in August 2021 at age 42. Porter was widely known throughout Alabama’s spoken word community as an advocate for Ensley, poets, artists and community expression.

This year marks the third consecutive year Birmingham Public Library has hosted a June tribute event in Porter’s honor during his birth month. Porter mentored dozens of poets across Alabama and helped transform Bards & Brews into a welcoming space for creative expression and community connection.

The event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 18 or older to attend and 21 or older to purchase alcoholic beverages. Beer, wine and liquor will be available for purchase.

Anyone interested in sharing original spoken word poetry before a live audience is encouraged to participate.

For more information, visit www.cobpl.org, follow the Bards & Brews Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BardsandBrews or the Birmingham Public Library Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BirminghamPublicLibrary.

What: BPL’s Bards & Brews Open Mic Tribute to Voice Porter
When: Friday, June 5, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. (doors open for open mic sign up at 6 p.m.)
Where: Ferus Artisan Ales’ The Reserve, located above Umami in the Trussville Entertainment District at 215 Bell Way, Suite B, Trussville, AL 35173
About the Event: Birmingham Public Library’s Bards & Brews will host a special open mic honoring the late Brian “Voice Porter” Hawkins and his legacy of creativity, community and artistic expression. Voice Porter hosted Bards & Brews for nearly a decade until his passing in August 2021. Bards & Brews is supported through a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to the Friends Foundation of the Birmingham Public Library.

June 4, 2024

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By multiple measures, the Birmingham area has seen dramatic declines in unemployment since the pandemic. (Adobe Stock)

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EMPLOYMENT

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Administrative Assistant: Human Resources

BJCC, is recruiting for an Administrative Assistant: Human Resources, for information & to apply visit https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/ or send resume to careers@bjcc.org /fax resume 205-458-8530.

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Purchasing Management Analyst

 

McCalla, AL. Req’d: Master’s deg. in Bus. Admin. or Management. Mail resumes to: POSCO AAPC, LLC, 6500 Jefferson Metro Pkwy, McCalla, AL 35111

 

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LEGAL

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Notice of Completion

 

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, notice is hereby given that South Dade Air Conditioning and Refrigerating, Inc dba SDAC has completed the Contract for Construction of BJCC Courtyard Improvements Jefferson County, Birmingham for the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Authority, Owner, and have made request for final settlement of said contract. All persons having and claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC. 2400 5th Avenue South, Suite 200 Birmingham, AL 35233.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Completion of Public Works Projects (Over $50,000)

Pursuant to Ala. Code §39-1-1 (1975), notice is hereby given that REV Construction, Inc. has completed its contract with City of Hoover, for the Riverchase PS #6 Improvements Phase 1  located at Hoover, Alabama. Any person or firm having claims on said Project for materials or labor should contact the above contractor at 5801 Grover Burchfield Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 in the time and manner as required by law.

 

This notice will be published for a period of three (3) successive weeks beginning 5/21, 5/28, 6/4. A final settlement will not be made upon the contract until the expiration of thirty (30) days after completion of notice.

 

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ADVERTISEMENT OF COMPLETION

 

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that P & M Mechanical, Inc., Contractor, has completed the UAB North Pavilion Domestic Hot Water System Repairs project, UAB Job #H215019, in Birmingham, Alabama, for The Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama for the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Owner, located at 801 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233, and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All persons having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise, in connection with this project, should immediately contact Ghafari Associates, 2170 Highland Ave. S, Suite 220, Birmingham, AL 35205.

 

P&M Mechanical, Inc.

325 Carson Road North

Birmingham, AL 35215

 

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LEGAL NOTICE

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Gulf Coast Underground, LLC, Contractor, has completed the Contract for improvement of drainage structures (2024 CULVERT REHABILITATION IN-PLACE SERVICES Project No. 37-24-020) at various locations throughout Jefferson County Alabama for the JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ROADS AND TRANSPORTATION, owners. All person(s) having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Matt Collums,P.E., Chief Civil Engineer.

 

Gulf Coast Underground, LLC.

5655 Middle Road

Theodore, Alabama 36582

 

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LEGAL NOTICE

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Carmon Construction, Inc, Contractor, has completed the Contract for Construction of New Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School for Jefferson County Board of Education Architect Project No.: 21.141, DMC No. 2022180, PSCA No.9410 at 1450 Carson Road Birmingham, AL 35217 for the State of Alabama and the (County)(City) of Jefferson, Birmingham, owners. All person(s) having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Mckee and Associates Architects.

Carmon Construction, Inc.

136  Main Street

Albertville, Alabama 35950

 

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LEGAL NOTICE

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that Southeastern Sealcoating Inc, Contractor, has completed the Contract for (Construction)(Renovation)(Alteration)(Equipment)(Improvement) of IM I-459 (324) Drainage Improvement Project for the State of Alabama, Owners, and have made request for final settlement of said Contract. All person(s) having any claim for labor, materials, or otherwise in connection with this project should immediately notify Southeastern Sealcoating (contractor) 1330 Adamsville Industrial Parkway (Business Address).

Southeastern Sealcoating
(Contractor)
1330 Adamsville Industrial Parkway
(Business Address)

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID

 

The Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Authority will be accepting sealed bids for:

 

BJCC Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) Interior Renovation

Bid Information:  requirements, plans, and specifications may be downloaded at www.bjcc.org (under Vendor Information – Open Bids section). There is no charge for downloading bid documents. They may also be examined at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Purchasing Office, 2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd, N., Exhibition Hall, 3rd Floor, Birmingham, AL 35203.

The Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the renovation of approximately 6,000 SF of existing office space on the 5th floor of the BJCC Forum Building. The work consists of the demolition of existing finishes and architectural elements as well as the installation of new finishes, architectural elements, and minor mechanical and electrical modifications to accommodate the new office layout.

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Forum Building, 2nd Floor, Meeting Room E, located at 950 22nd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203.

 

Bids must be received for public opening on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Forum Building, 2nd Floor, Meeting Room E, located at 950 22nd Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203. All bids received after 10:00 a.m. on the bid date will be retained in the file unopened.

 

Bidders will be required to make a good faith effort to include MBE and DBE companies in the execution of this project.

 

Questions should be emailed to Sharon.Proctor@bjcc.org and Jerry.Reece@bjcc.org. Telephone inquiries are not accepted.

 

Sharon Proctor

Purchasing Manager

Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center Authority

 

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

 

Sealed proposals will be received by Ben Hayes with the University of Montevallo at the Holland Floyd Physical Plant, 75 College Dr., Montevallo, AL, until 2:00 PM, CDT, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, for

 

PROJECT:  BEAM REPAIR AT CENTRAL PLANT

UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO

The Project consists of the removal and replacement of existing structural elements supporting the roof of the Central Utility Plant at the University of Montevallo. Additional work will include removal and replacement of roofing and brick as required due to the structural removal and installation.

 

at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read. General Contractor’s License number and type must be on the envelope.

 

A cashier’s check or bid bond payable to the University of Montevallo in an amount not less than five (5) percent of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000.00, must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and Payment Bonds and evidence of insurance required in the bid documents will be required at the signing of the Contract.

 

The Owner intends to award the contract for this work to a pre-qualified General Contractor. The Owner will accept proposals only from firms which demonstrate their experience and ability to perform the work necessary for this project. Interested General Contractors must submit a Contractor’s Qualification Certificate. Minimum Qualifications to be certified by prospective bidders include: 1) statutory licensure requirements, 2) bonding capacity in excess of $1,000,000 dollars, 3) minimum of five (5) years successful history as an approved, authorized or licensed General Contractor, 4) minimum annual income of $750,000 dollars in construction value for the past three (3) years, and 5) successful current and recent experience in work for commercial construction with scope similar to this Project within the specified schedule.  Joint venture arrangements must qualify solely on the strength of the principal firm’s qualifications.

 

Bid Drawings and Specifications will be available and can be requested digitally or examined at the office of the Architect on and after May 18, 2026.

 

Name of Architect:  Jim Hartsell / Skylar Howard

Name of Company:  Davis Architects, Inc.

Address:  120 Twenty Third Street South, Birmingham, Alabama 35233

Phone No.: (205) 322-7482

 

Bid Documents can also be reviewed at F.W. Dodge Plan Rooms, Birmingham Construction Industry Authority Plan Room, Construction Market Data Plan Room and obtained from Alabama Graphic Digital Plan Room. Cost of printing plans and specifications are non-refundable.

 

General Contractor Bidders may obtain a digital copy of the documents from Davis Architects, Skylar Howard– showard@dadot.com. Hard copy sets of drawings and specifications will be available to General Contractors bidders and others for the cost of printing and handling directly from the documents printer:  Alabama Graphics (2801 Fifth Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35233; phone 205/252-8505). Addenda and other bidding information will be issued only to holders of drawings and specifications distributed by the Architect. Release of the Bid Documents to the bidder does not imply acceptance of the bidder’s qualifications by the Owner or Architect.

 

Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the Architect or copies thereof. All bidders bidding in amounts exceeding that established by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975, and must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered.  The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgment, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted.

 

Alabama law (section 41-4-116, code of Alabama 1975) provides that every bid submitted and contract executed shall contain a certification that the vendor, contractor, and all of its affiliates that make sales for delivery into Alabama or leases for use in Alabama are registered, collecting, and remitting Alabama state and local sales, use, and/or lease tax on all taxable sales and leases in Alabama. By submitting a response to this solicitation, the bidder is hereby certifying that they are in full compliance with Act No. 2006-557; they are not barred from bidding or entering into a contract pursuant to 41-4-116 and acknowledges that the Owner may declare the contract void if the certification is false.

 

Nonresident bidders must accompany any written Bid Documents with a written opinion of an attorney at law licensed to practice law in such nonresident bidder’s state or domicile, as to the preferences, if any or none, granted by the law of that state to its own business entities whose principal places of business are in that state in the letting of any or all public contracts.

 

A Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be held at University of Montevallo L. Holland Floyd Physical Plant at 75 College Drive, Montevallo, AL on Tuesday, June 23., 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. The project site will be visited. Attendance by General Contractor, Bid Conference and the site visit is mandatory.

 

Awarding Authority:

University of Montevallo

DeAnna M. Smith- VP Business Affairs/Treasurer/CFO

 

Architect:

Davis Architects, Inc.

Jim Hartsell, Principal in Charge

Skylar Howard, Project Manager

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Jefferson County, Alabama Board of Equalization & Adjustments

 

Notice of Valuation of Property

 

In accordance with State of Alabama Code, Section 40-2-18, the Jefferson County, Alabama Board of Equalization has set 2026 real property values for all parcels located in Jefferson County, Alabama. Beginning on May 26, 2026 these values are available for public inspection in the Birmingham and Bessemer Courthouse’s Board of Equalization, or you may log on to the Board of Equalization website to locate the value. Objections must be filed in writing within 30 calendar days of the objection notice date. You may file online, hand deliver, or mail objections to us. Instructions addressing objections to value are also available on our website at: boe.jccal.org

 

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ADVERTISMENT FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO RECEIVE BIDS FROM PRE-QUALIFIED BIDDERS

PRE-QUALIFICATIONS PROPOSALS will be received via mail or email, on behalf of the Owner, the Jefferson County Commission, by CCR Architecture & Interiors at 2920 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 for the below referenced project until noon Central Standard Time on Thursday, June 25,2026, after which no further applications will be considered. The pre-qualification procedure is intended to identify responsible and competent bidders relative to the requirements of the Project. Each prospective bidder will be notified of the results of the pre-qualification on Thursday, July 9th, 2026. Pre-qualification proposal requirements may be obtained from the Architect by request via email to bids@ccrarchitecture.com. The Owner will be prequalifying the following categories of trades: Prime General Contractors and their Electrical Sub-Contractors. Each Contractor must have proven experience in their Line of Work.

All bidders must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975. Construction Contracts shall be awarded only to a Prime General Contractor, licensed by the State Licensing Board for General Contractors, as required by Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama. Construction Contracts in excess of $100,000 shall be awarded only to Contractors licensed as required by the 1978 Code of Alabama, Title 34, Chapter 8 as amended. Bidders must be “responsible” in accordance with criteria in the Bid Documents and as stipulated by Title 39-2-3-( e ) of the Code of Alabama.

BIRMINGHAM FLEET MANAGEMENT PERIMETER FENCING AND GENERATOR

The scope of work removes and replaces exterior perimeter fencing, gates and operators and adds a new generator and pad. The project will occur in one phase and will commence once all project components are procured and ready for installation. The building facility is to remain fully operational and secure for the duration of the project.

A MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE will be held at 2:00pm CST on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in the Jefferson County Courthouse, Conference Room A420, Fourth Floor of the Annex Building at 716 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd, N, Birmingham, Alabama. Because of the nature of the project, pre-qualified General Contractors must attend the Pre-Bid Conference. If the number of bidders who attend the Pre-Bid Conference decreases so there is little or no competition, the Bid may be postponed at the discretion of the Owner.

DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS will be available through Alabama Graphics plan room or via Dropbox link provided upon request by the architect at bids@ccrarchitecture.com. Drawings will be available the day before the Prebid conference Monday, July 13, 2026.

 

SEALED PROPOSALS will be received by the Jefferson County Commission at Room 1, General Services at the Jefferson County Courthouse. Sealed proposals will be publicly opened and read in the Commission Chamber, Second Floor, Room 270 at 2:00pm CST on Thursday, July 30, 2026. No bids submitted after this time will be considered. This requirement will not be waived. The clock in the Commission Chamber will be used to determine the correct time for the completion of the bidding period. A bid bond, executed by a surety company duly authorized & qualified to make such a bond in Alabama, payable to Jefferson County in an amount not less than five (5) percent of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000, must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance Bond at 100% of contract price and Payment Bonds, evidence of insurance required in the bid documents, and E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding will be required at the signing of the Contract.

BIDS must be submitted on a lump-sum basis and on proposal forms furnished by the Architect or copies thereof. Submit 2 identical copies of the Bid on the proposal form provided without changes, in a sealed envelope bearing the Contractor’s name and current Alabama License number. All bidders must show evidence of license before bidding or bid will not be received or considered by the Architect; the bidder shall show such evidence by clearly displaying his or her current license number on the outside of the sealed envelope in which the proposal is delivered. Bids that do not bear the General Contractor’s current license number will be returned without being opened. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technical errors if, in the Owner’s judgement, the best interests of the Owner will thereby be promoted.

 

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INVITATION TO BID

 

The City of Birmingham will accept sealed bids for the project ARPA FUNDED Belview Gateway Park; Project # ENG 2025-022. Bids will be received by the City Engineer in Suite 220 of City Hall, Birmingham, Alabama until Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 2:00 pm (CST). Sealed bids will be time-stamped at the time of arrival. Bids will then be publicly opened and read in Suite 220 Conference Room beginning at 2:00 pm. It is the bidder’s responsibility to make sure that the bid is in the possession of the City Engineer on or before time set for opening. Bids received after this time will not be considered. Bids can be dropped into the bid box located in Room 220 City Hall, hand-delivered to the City Engineer in Room 220 of City Hall or brought to the bid opening.

 

The City of Birmingham is a recipient of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (“Fiscal Recovery Funds”) pursuant to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“ARPA”) and intends to fund, in part or in whole, the cost of this contract using Fiscal Recovery Funds. As such, the selected contractor must comply with the terms of ARPA, regulations issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) governing the expenditure of monies distributed from the Fiscal Recovery Funds, the Award Terms and Conditions applicable to the Fiscal Recovery Funds, and such other guidance as Treasury has issued or may issue governing the expenditure of monies distributed from the Fiscal Recovery Funds.

 

All bidders must have a UEI (Unique Employee Identification) number issued by the U.S. General Services Administration to be eligible to bid on ARPA funded project. UEI numbers can be obtained by signing up at http://sam.gov. Website User Registration is not required to obtain a UEI number.

 

All bidders are required to submit a Debarment Form completed by a company principal and include it inside the sealed bid envelope. The bidders UEI number must be provided on the Debarment Form.

 

This is a project for a community gateway park for the Belview Heights neighborhood. It is mainly composed of building demolition, grading, hardscape (streetscape and urban park elements), site furnishings, and landscape improvements in the triangle bound by Avenue I, Pike Rd, and 40th St Ensley. Alternatives include shade sails, steel fencing, flagstone walks, and gabion benches.

 

A MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 3:00 pm (CST) in Conference Room 220 City Hall.

 

Bid documents are open to public inspection at the Office of the City Engineer in the Department of Capital Projects — Suite 220 of City Hall, 710 20th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203. Bid documents may be viewed and purchased through the City of Birmingham online plans room site at https://www.birminghamplanroom.com/ under the project name. Any cost for reproduction shall be the responsibility of bidders. Prospective bidders are advised to check their source of bid documents frequently for any addenda to the bid documents. It is the bidder’s responsibility to bid on the correct set of bid documents.

 

Bids shall be accompanied by a cashier’s check drawn on an Alabama bank, or a bid bond executed by a surety company duly authorized and qualified to make such bonds in the State of Alabama, in an amount equal to 5% of the bid (subject to maximum of $10,000) and payable to the City of Birmingham. Bid bonds of the three (3) lowest bidders will be held for a period of ninety (90) days unless bidders agree, in writing, to a longer period of time. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of the bids for a period of ninety (90) days.

 

A performance bond equal to 100% of the contract amount and a payment bond equal to 100% of the contract amount will be required of the successful bidder during the award process. Said bonds shall be executed by a surety company duly authorized and qualified to make such bonds in the State of Alabama.

 

Liability insurance certificates shall be required of the successful bidder during the award process, and such certificates shall list the City of Birmingham, its officials, agents, and employees as additional named insured.

 

Only bids submitted by General Contractors licensed in the State of Alabama in accordance with Alabama Code Chapter 8, Title 34 (inclusive) will be considered.

 

Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “ARPA FUNDED Belview Gateway Park” on the outside of each envelope. Contractors shall also write on the outside of the sealed bid envelope his or her State of Alabama general contractor’s license number as well as the name of the company submitting the bid.

 

The sealed bid envelope shall contain the following documents: (1) the Form of Proposal, (2) Sales Tax Attachment form, (3) the Authorization to Execute form, (4) fully executed bid bond or certified check, (5) MBE/DBE Forms A, C, and D, (6) a copy of the contractor’s current State of Alabama General Contractor’s License, (7) a current City of Birmingham Business License, (8) E-verify documentation, (9) Transparency in City Government form, (10) List of Subcontractors, and (11) the Debarment Form.

 

This project is subject to the requirements of the Birmingham Plan-Construction Industry Program, which is designed to encourage the utilization of Minority Business Enterprises and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (“MBE/DBE”) in City of Birmingham construction projects. The program is administered by the Birmingham Construction Industry Authority (BCIA) which establishes a system of floating MBE/DBE goals which may differ from year to year and project to project. Overall, these goals shall not be less than the historical participation of MBE/DBE’s in construction projects of the City and its agencies.

 

Special attention is called to the requirement of all bidders to identify trades and activities for which it will solicit and accept bids from potential MBE/DBE subcontractors. Potential bidders are encouraged to contact the Birmingham Construction Industry Authority (BCIA) to request a list of potential subcontractors and submit the required MBE/DBE forms by contacting the Executive Director, Birmingham Construction Industry Authority at (205) 324-6202 or info@bcia1.org.

 

As a matter of public policy, the City of Birmingham agrees to make opportunities available to the maximum extent possible, to actively include Historically Underutilized Business Enterprises (HUBE’s) such as architectural firms, engineering firms, investment banking firms, other professional consultant services providers, and construction contractors as part of business, economic and community revitalization programs.

 

The City of Birmingham reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in any bid.

 

Jesse Miller, PE

City Engineer

 

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Notice Public Hearing – KACY HAS IT FROM LAST WEEK RERUN

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

 

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

 

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Jefferson County Department of Community Services

716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Room A-430

Birmingham, AL 35203

(205) 325-5761

 

These notices shall satisfy two separate, but related, procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the Jefferson County Department of Community Services.

 

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about Monday, June 22, 2026,  the Jefferson County Commission, acting as Community Development agent for Jefferson County and Consortium municipalities, will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development for the release of Federal Community Development Block Grant funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL93-383) to undertake the following projects: Brighton Road Improvements (CD25-03K-M02-BSI)

 

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The Jefferson County Commission, through its Department of Community Services, has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the Jefferson County Department of Community Services, 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Room A-430, Birmingham, AL 35203 where the record is available for review and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the Jefferson County Department of Community Services. All comments received by Friday, June 19, 2026, will be considered by the Jefferson County Department of Community Services prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

 

RELEASE OF FUNDS

The Jefferson County Commission through its Department of Community Services certifies to HUD that the President of the Jefferson County Commission consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the Jefferson County Commission to use Program funds.

 

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the Jefferson County Commission’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following basis: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the Jefferson County Commission; (b) the Jefferson County Commission has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality.  Objections must be prepared and submitted via email (cpd_generalcorr-bhm@hud.gov)  in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to: Environmental Clearance, Karen A. Morris, Director, U.S. Department of HUD, Birmingham Office, Region IV, 417 20th Street North, Ste. 700, Birmingham, AL  35203. Potential objectors should contact [HUD Office] via email (cpd_generalcorr-bhm@hud.gov)   to verify the actual last date of the objection period.

 

James A. Stephens, President

Jefferson CountyCommission

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PUBLIC NOTICE

 

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS

 

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Jefferson County Department of Community Services

716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Room A-430

Birmingham, AL 35203

(205) 325-5761

 

These notices shall satisfy two separate, but related, procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the Jefferson County Department of Community Services.

 

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS

On or about Monday, June 22, 2026,  the Jefferson County Commission, acting as Community Development agent for Jefferson County and Consortium municipalities, will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development for the release of Federal Community Development Block Grant funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL93-383) to undertake the following projects: Lipscomb Road Improvements (CD25-03K-M02-LRR)

 

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The Jefferson County Commission, through its Department of Community Services, has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the Jefferson County Department of Community Services, 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Room A-430, Birmingham, AL 35203 where the record is available for review and may be examined or copied weekdays 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the Jefferson County Department of Community Services. All comments received by Friday, June 19, 2026, will be considered by the Jefferson County Department of Community Services prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

 

RELEASE OF FUNDS

The Jefferson County Commission through its Department of Community Services certifies to HUD that the President of the Jefferson County Commission consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the Jefferson County Commission to use Program funds.

 

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS

HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the Jefferson County Commission’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following basis: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the Jefferson County Commission; (b) the Jefferson County Commission has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality.  Objections must be prepared and submitted via email (cpd_generalcorr-bhm@hud.gov)  in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to: Environmental Clearance, Karen A. Morris, Director, U.S. Department of HUD, Birmingham Office, Region IV, 417 20th Street North, Ste. 700, Birmingham, AL  35203. Potential objectors should contact [HUD Office] via email (cpd_generalcorr-bhm@hud.gov)   to verify the actual last date of the objection period.

 

James A. Stephens, President

Jefferson CountyCommission

 

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 

TOWN OF STEELE 

4025 Pope Avenue 

Steele, Alabama 35987 

 

Separate sealed bids for a Demolition Project involving (15) structures located within the town limits of Steele (St. Clair County) will be received until 10:00 a.m. 17th of June, 2026 and then officially opened and read aloud at 11:00 a.m.

 

Bid package information to include pictures of structures can be obtained at the Mayor’s Office at 4025 Pope Avenue, Steele, Alabama 35987. Bids must be sealed in an envelope marked “Steele Demolition SM-CM-PF-22-001”. Contractor’s name, address, and license number must be written on outside of envelope. 

 

Specific requirements of a contractor: (1) must be registered with SAM.gov; participate in E-verify. (2)  Contractor must be familiar with and comply with ADEM’s regulations regarding asbestos/demolition projects, and (3) all structures must be inspected by a Certified Asbestos Inspector. Contractor must provide company’s DUNS number to be used in verification of registration with SAM.gov and E-verify. All requirements can be found in bid package. Any questions, contact Project Manager, betty.loftin@att.net    

 

The selected Contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, and disposal required to perform the asbestos assessment, abatement (if required), and the structural demolition of the identified structures. Contractor will perform all services in accordance with ADEM, EPA and OSHA regulations. 

 

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within 30 days after the actual date of the opening thereof. 

 

Roger Adams 

Mayor, Town of Steele 

 

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BID 26-14-07

 

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Central Alabama Water will be accepting sealed bids for Standard Concrete Replacement (Material and Installation), BID 26-14-07.

The specifications may be examined and obtained in the Purchasing Department’s office at 3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35222, or by emailing shayla.townsend@caw-al.gov, or our website at www.caw-al.gov.

Sealed bids for Standard Concrete Replacement will be received in the Purchasing Department not later than 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.

The pre-bid conference will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. (See www.caw-al.gov for link to join both meetings)

 

Prospective bidders should deliver or mail their sealed bids to 3600 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35222, directed to the attention of Buyer, Shayla Townsend, and marked in the lower left-hand corner of the envelope as follows: “for Standard Concrete Replacement, BID 26-14-07, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.”

 

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Abandon Vehicle


2008 Subaru, Tribeca, VIN#4S4WX90D984407909
Vehicle Location: 1919 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham AL 35124
Vehicle will be sold at public auction for cash to the highest
bidder at 12:00 PM on 06/19/26. The seller reserves the right to
reject any bid and the right to bid.

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

In Accordance with Chapter

1, Title 39, Code of Alabama,

1975, notice is hereby given

that Flowmotion Trail Builders

 

LLC has completed the Con-

tract to construct multi-purpose

 

recreational trails and parking lot at West Rock Mtn Nature Preserve,

Owner, City of Hueytown

and have made a request for final

settlement of said Contract. All

people who have any claim for

labor, materials, or otherwise

in connection with this project

should immediately notify:

Chris Pappas

Pappas Engineering, LLC

11341 Tall Timbers Lane 

Elberta, AL 36530

(205) 796-7650

 

Flowmotion Trail

Builders LLC

75 Scarbrough Lane

Anniston, AL 36207

256-591-5506

 

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INVITATION TO BID

ITB# 45-26 “MULTI-FUNCTION COPIER DEVICES & MAINTENANCE SERVICES                       ”

JEFFERSON COUNTY, AL

 

Bids will be received by the Jefferson County Commission Purchasing Agent Michael D. Matthews, Ph.D., C.P.M., until 4:00 (CST) p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, for ITB 45-26 “MULTI-FUNCTION COPIER DEVICES & MAINTENANCE SERVICES”.

 

All solicitation information including forms, and specifications are available for download free at https://jeffcobids.jccal.org/Search.aspx . Interested parties must meet bidder requirements and qualifications as specified in the bid documents on or before the date that the bids are due.

 

All questions must be submitted in writing to procurementservices@jccal.org attention Harriett Bell.

 

A pre-bid conference will be held Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (CST) in Purchasing Suite 830 of the Jefferson County Main Courthouse, 716 Richard Arrington, Jr. Blvd. N., Birmingham, AL 35203.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

In Accordance with Chapter

1, Title 39, Code of Alabama,

1975, notice is hereby given

that Flowmotion Trail Builders

 

LLC has completed the Con-

tract to construct multi-purpose

 

recreational trails and parking lot at West Rock Mtn Nature Preserve,

Owner, City of Hueytown

and have made a request for final

settlement of said Contract. All

people who have any claim for

labor, materials, or otherwise

in connection with this project

should immediately notify:

Chris Pappas

Pappas Engineering, LLC

11341 Tall Timbers Lane

Elberta, AL 36530

(205) 796-7650

 

Flowmotion Trail

Builders LLC

75 Scarbrough Lane

Anniston, AL 36207

256-591-5506

BT6/4/2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of Completion of Public Works Projects (Over $50,000)

Pursuant to Ala. Code §39-1-1 (1975), notice is hereby given that REV Construction, Inc. has completed its contract with Jefferson County Environmental Services, for the 2020 AMP01 Powder Plant Road/I-459 Pump Station Elimination located at various locations in Jefferson County, Alabama. Any person or firm having claims on said Project for materials or labor should contact the above contractor at 5801 Grover Burchfield Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 in the time and manner as required by law. All claims should be filed within 30 days of the first publication of this notice.

 

This notice will be published for a period of three (3) successive weeks beginning 6/4, 6/11, 6/28. A final settlement will not be made upon the contract until the expiration of thirty (30) days after completion of notice.

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Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Use Congressional Map Favoring Republicans in This Year’s Elections

By
Birmingham Times
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Travis Jackson, of Montgomery, stands during a press conference outside the Alabama state house during a special session of the Alabama Legislature, May 5, in Montgomery, Alabama. (Mike Stewart, AP)

By Mark Sherman | Associated Press

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed Alabama to use a congressional map favoring Republicans in this year’s elections, blocking a lower court ruling that the redistricting plan intentionally discriminates against Black people.

The justices granted the state’s emergency appeal to use a map it adopted three years ago that has a majority-Black population in just one of its seven congressional districts. The three liberal justices dissented.

The high-court order is the latest development in a redistricting frenzy that is part of a broader push by President Donald Trump to try to hold on to Republicans’ slim House majority in the November elections. It comes a day before an important deadline that Republican Gov. Kay Ivey had already extended in the state’s desire to use the map in special primary elections in August.

The state’s Republican leadership went to the Supreme Court last week, the day after a three-judge court refused to let the state use its preferred map.

The lower court had ordered Alabama to use the same court-drawn map it used in the 2024 elections that sent two Black Democrats to Congress. Black residents comprise a majority or close to it in two of the state’s seven congressional districts.

“The Supreme Court’s decision gives cover to Alabama and others to deliberately and openly discriminate against Black voters without fear of any consequence. The Court’s shameless decision to reinstate an intentionally racially discriminatory map defies any thoughtful or consistent application of the law,” Deuel Ross, director of litigation for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, said Tuesday night.

He said the fund will “continue to throw all of our resources into the fight to ensure that Alabama voters have the fair representation that they deserve.”

Shortly after the court acted, Ivey confirmed that the state will use the map in special congressional primaries in four districts on Aug. 11.

“The U.S. Supreme Court confirmed what I have said all along and that is that Alabama knows our state, our people and our districts best. Today’s decision is a win for the people of Alabama and our elections. Alabama is doing our part to keep America strong, and I am proud our state continues to fight the fight to ensure activists do not get the final say,” Ivey said.

“I will see y’all at the polls August 11!” she said.

The order is the latest development in the fallout from last month’s Supreme Court ruling that struck down a Black-majority district in Louisiana and weakened the federal Voting Rights Act. That ruling has led Republicans in several Southern states, including Alabama, to take steps to reshape voting districts with large minority populations that have elected Democrats.

The Alabama cases stretches back several years. The three-judge panel in 2023 ruled that a map drawn by Republican state lawmakers intentionally diluted the voting power of Black citizens. The court said the state, which is about 27% Black, should have two districts where Black voters are the majority or close to it.

After the Supreme Court’s recent ruling in the Louisiana case, Alabama officials moved to implement the 2023 state-drawn map. The Supreme Court’s conservative majority agreed to lift the injunction that had blocked the map’s use and sent the case back to the three-judge panel for reconsideration in light of the Louisiana ruling.

In the meantime, voters cast ballots in Alabama’s May 19 primaries, and Ivey set the new special August primaries in the districts affected by the map switch.

Upon further review, the judicial panel said it was standing behind its initial finding that there was “undisputed evidence” of intentional racial discrimination.

It said the special congressional primaries should instead proceed under the previous court-approved districts.

The panel was wrong, the high court’s conservative majority wrote in an unsigned opinion that said the lower court “did not heed the presumption of legislative good faith.”

In dissent, Justice Sonia Sotomayor chastised her colleagues for enabling what promises to be “a chaotic election, held under a never-before-used congressional map that intentionally discriminates against Black Alabamians.”

The use of the court-ordered map led to the 2024 election of U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures, a Black Democrat. The map put into place by Tuesday’s order gives the GOP an opportunity to reclaim the south Alabama seat.

Associated Press writer Kim Chandler contributed to this report from Montgomery, Alabama.

 

Peabo Bryson, Known for Duets from Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ and ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ Dies at 75

By
Birmingham Times
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Peabo Bryson has died at the age of 75 due to complications from a stroke he had in May. (Marselle Washington for Marco Imagery)

By Maria Sherman | Associated Press

NEW YORK — Peabo Bryson, the two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B singer best known as the voice behind the Oscar-winning Disney film duets “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion and “A Whole New World” with Regina Belle from “Aladdin,” has died. He was 75.

His family said in a statement that Bryson died Tuesday evening, days after having a stroke.

“While our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how deeply Peabo was loved and how many lives were touched by his voice and his generous spirit,” the family’s statement said. “His legacy and music will live on for generations to come.”

Peabo Bryson is seen in 2000. (File)

Internationally celebrated for his Disney classics, Bryson also built a career over five decades as one of R&B’s premier balladeers, recording hits including “Feel the Fire,” “I’m So Into You” and “Can You Stop the Rain.”

“For more than five decades, Peabo’s extraordinary voice served as the soundtrack to some of life’s most cherished moments,” the family’s statement said. “His music carried generations through joyful celebrations, great love stories and enduring moments of comfort and inspiration.”

Born and raised in South Carolina, the singer, songwriter and balladeer launched his career with the group Moses Dillard and the Tex-Town Display in the 1970s. Shortly afterward, Atlanta label Bang Records signed him as a solo artist.

He recorded for Capitol, Elektra and Columbia Records and became one of music’s most sought-after duet partners. Aside from Belle and Dion, he also collaborated with artists including Roberta Flack and Natalie Cole.

His duet with Flack, “Tonight, I Celebrate My Love,” became one of the defining love songs of the 1980s, while “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again” helped expand his audience beyond R&B radio. He later scored No. 1 R&B hits with “Show & Tell” and “Can You Stop the Rain.”

Beyond music, Bryson appeared in stage productions including “Raisin,” “The Wiz” and “Porgy and Bess.” In 2018, he returned with “Stand for Love,” his 21st studio album, produced by hitmaking duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.

Bryson had a stroke in late May and was placed under medical care.

“At this time, the family requests privacy as they navigate this deeply personal moment together,” a statement from his representative read at the time. “The thoughts, prayers and love of friends and fans are welcomed and deeply appreciated.”

In 2019, Bryson made a full recovery after having a heart attack.

Comedian and television host Loni Love said she worked with Bryson on a cruise ship last year and spoke with him for hours on the deck one night after she noticed him sitting alone.

“He shared incredible stories, spoke passionately about his music, and had such a deep love for his craft,” she wrote in a social media post Tuesday. “I am so grateful to have had that special moment with him.”

Bryson’s family said memorial and celebration-of-life arrangements will be announced at a later date.

 

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