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Candidates Have Spoken; Now Voters Have Their Say in 2025 Birmingham Municipal Elections

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Birmingham votes in the city’s mayoral election; candidates for City Council and Birmingham Board of Education are also on the ballot. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. (File)

The Birmingham Times

Candidates in the 2025 Birmingham Municipal Elections have all had their say and now it’s time for the voters to speak. The polls open today at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. for mayor, city council and board of education.

A candidate must receive 50.1 percent of the vote before being declared the winner. In races for which no candidate reaches that threshold, a runoff election will be held on October 7.

In the mayor’s race, incumber Randall Woodfin is seeking a third term and will face eight challengers including two current officeholders in Juandalynn Givan, a state representative and Lashunda Scales, a Jefferson County Commissioner, who finished second in the 2021 Mayor’s race.

Others on the ballot are Kamau Afrika, Marilyn James-Johnson, Jerimy Littlepage, Brian Rice, David Russell, and Frank Woodson.

To see bios on each mayoral candidate, click here

The City Council Elections feature a crowded district 8 race with nine hopefuls seeking to replace incumbent Carol Clarke who decided not to seek a second term; while the district 3 race features just two candidates seeking to replace Valerie Abbott who decided not to seek a seventh term. Hunter Williams and Darrell O’Quinn are running unopposed in Districts 2 and 5 respectively.

Click here for City Council candidates

In the Board of Education election, Mary Boehm in District 3; James Sullivan in District 5 and Walt Wilson in District 7 are unopposed. Click here for Board of Education candidates.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO VOTE

For more information, visit the city of Birmingham’s election website.

Candidate for mayor and city council were compiled by birminghamwatch.org and wbhm.org

Birmingham Youth Choir to Leave for L.A. Next Week to Prepare for AGT Quarterfinals

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Choir Director Ahkeem Lee leads BYYAFC during Sunday “Raise the Praise: A Golden Sendoff” performance at The Heights Event and Entertainment Center in Ensley. (Amarr Croskey, For The Birmingham Times)

By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times

The Birmingham Youth and Young Adult Fellowship Choir (BYYAFC) will leave for Los Angeles on Sept. 1 to prepare for the fan-voted quarterfinals on “America’s Got Talent” (AGT).

On Sunday, the BYYAFC prepared for the trip with a “Raise the Praise: A Golden Sendoff” at The Heights Event and Entertainment Center in Ensley.

After receiving a “golden buzzer” in the July 8 episode of season 20 on NBC’s televised talent show. the youth choir moved straight to the quarterfinals round.

Their performances are set for Sept. 9-10 on NBC. They will spend two weeks rehearsing, designing their stage setup and preparing for the live shows. On-set teachers will ensure the younger members stay on track academically. Adults in the choir are making sacrifices to balance work, family and travel so they can be there.

Public voting will determine who advances. The format includes performance episodes followed by results episodes, where the fate of each act is revealed. Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Sofia Vergara and Mel B are the show’s judges, with host Terry Crews. The show continues to be a launchpad for aspiring entertainers, blending emotional storytelling with high-stakes competition.

The BYYAFC will perform during an episode airing Sept. 9 at 7 p.m.  The results will be in the next day’s episode, Sept. 10. If they advance, they will compete in the Sept. 16 and 17, semifinals. If they make it to the finals, those episodes are Sept. 23 and 24.

Alabama Greek Picnic Brings Service, Fun and Competition to Birmingham

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Members of Phi Sigma Beta Fraternity, Inc. compete in the strolling competition at the Alabama Greek Picnic held at Sloss Furnace on August 23, 2025. (Reginald Allen, for the Birmingham Times.)

By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times

The Alabama Greek Picnic (ALGP) this weekend welcomed Pan-Hellenic Council members and others to the Magic City for multiple events including a major service project, day party, family fun, stroll competition, nightlife entertainment, and worship.

The events were held around the city August 21-24 and gave both Greek and non-greek affiliates a community to unite, fellowship, and network.

Members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. compete in the strolling competition at the Alabama Greek Picnic held at Sloss Furnace on August 23, 2025. (Reginald Allen, for the Birmingham Times.)

“Being able to bring that type of exposure to the city of Birmingham has been awesome,” said Shumaine Pruitt, who along with husband TeMarcus, established ALGP. “To bring people to the city of Birmingham, who may not have ever come, has been something that we’re super proud of and we’re going to continue to push every year moving forward.”

TeMarcus, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., and Shumaine, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., are college sweethearts who attended Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, one of 14 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the state, the most of any in the U.S.

The main picnic, held on Saturday, August 23 at Sloss Furnaces featured classic games such as musical chairs and tug of war, along with a stepping show competition bringing out the competitive and playful sides of attendees.

In addition to the festivities, the Alabama Greek Picnic is also a platform for giving back. The Pruitts have incorporated a non-profit initiative into the event, reflecting their deep commitment to making a positive impact on the community. Through this initiative, they aim to support local causes, provide scholarships, and offer resources to those in need.

Members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc, rejoice after taking home the trophy for the strolling competition at Alabama Greek Picnic held at Sloss Furnace on August 23, 2025. (Reginald Allen, for the Birmingham Times).

August 21, 2025

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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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  1. Setup Supervisor 2. Utility Coordinator

 

 

 

BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Setup Supervisor and 2) Utility Coordinator 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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Aftermarket Purchasing Director

 

 

 

Aftermarket Purchasing Director: develop and execute purchasing and procurement policies, strategies and procedures, coordinate cross-functional collaboration with logistics & finance; 4 yrs. experience as any type of purchasing manager, operations manager, or sales manager is required. Mon-Fri; 40 hours/wk. Send your resume to R&M Equipment Rentals LLC 2329 29th Ave N., Birmingham AL 35207 Attn B. Bohannon

 

 

 

 

 

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Product Director

 

Product Director: manage the entire product life cycle, including product development, quality assurance & technical analysis; develop & implement engineering solutions to enhance product reliability; bachelor’s, or equivalent, in mechanical engineering or business administration is required. An educational equivalency evaluation of the degree is acceptable. 2 yrs. of experience as any type of manager or director is required. Mon-Fri; 40 hours/wk. Send your resume to R&M Equipment Rentals LLC 2329 29th Ave N., Birmingham AL 35207 Attn B. Bohannon

 

 

 

 

 

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SENIOR ENGINEER

 

Shipt, Inc. seeks a full-time Senior Engineer. The Senior Engineer is responsible for leading software development lifecycle on medium to large initiatives, support on XL initiatives, Mentorship on small to medium initiatives assigned to Engineer/Associate Engineer level TMs. This position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field and 3 years related software development experience. Must also have 24 months of experience with each of the following: (1) developing high-quality, performant code using React Native, JavaScript, and TypeScript for customer-facing mobile application; (2) building efficient and reusable React Native components that align with project requirements and enhance user experience; (3) architecting reliable, scalable, and maintainable React Native solutions, ensuring optimal performance across platforms; (4) maintaining the codebase by writing automated tests using Detox framework, unit and integration tests; and (5) utilizing the following tools and technologies: React Native, Android Studio, Xcode, JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js, Git, GitHub, and Node.js. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in US. HQ at 420 20th St N, Suite 100, Birmingham, AL 35203. Salary: $93,475 to $126,300/year. Please go to our website for benefits information and to apply: https://www.shipt.com/careers/ or apply by email at careers@shipt.com.

 

 

 

 

 

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SENIOR ENGINEER

 

Shipt, Inc. seeks a full-time Senior Engineer. Develop and build large-scale applications in collaboration with a team of software engineers using lean and agile methodologies. Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science or a related field, and 4 years of experience in a software engineering-related occupation. Must also have 36 months of experience with each of the following: (1) designing and interacting with complex persisted data models; (2) using SOA, micro-services, or distributed architectures; (3) using Java and Python for data pipelines; (4) using SQL and caching to search and analyze data; and (5) using lean and agile methodologies. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in US. HQ at Birmingham, AL. Salary: $114,525 to $224,000/year. Please go to our website for benefits information and to apply: https://www.shipt.com/careers/ or apply by email at careers@shipt.com.

 

 

 

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Assistant Manager of Stadium Setup 2. Assistant Director of Stadium Operations

 

 

 

BJCC, is recruiting for a 1) Assistant Manager of Stadium Setup and 2) Assistant Director of Stadium Operations 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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LEGAL

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-902585.00

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: JAMES CURTIS DEASON, JR.; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

TAKE NOTICE that on June 27, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Property Address: 811 Appalachee Street, Birmingham, Alabama 35222

 

 

 

Tax Parcel ID No.: 01-23-00-19-4-006-005.000

 

 

 

Legal Description: Lot 15, in Block 6, according to the survey of East Birmingham Land Company, as recorded in Map Book 1, Page 7, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Jefferson County, Alabama, situated in Jefferson County, Alabama (It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument No. 2024106789 as follows: LOT 15 BLK 6 EAST BHAM)

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 A.M. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St., Birmingham, AL 35203. The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Cherokee W. Wooley, Law Offices of Thomas J. Skinner, IV, LLC, at (205) 802-2545.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this cause before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-902855.00

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: TOBY JOE LODGE; DINAH L. JOHNSON; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

TAKE NOTICE that on July 16, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Property Address: 2311 21st Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35234

 

 

 

Tax Parcel ID No.: 01-22-00-23-4-021-004.000

 

 

 

Legal Description: Lot 2307, as the same is designated and described in the M.A. May Map recorded in Map Book 1, Page 133 of Map Books, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Jefferson County, Alabama. Fronting on South side of 21st Avenue, in Section 3, Township 17 South, Range 3 West and situated in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama (It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument No. 2020086462 as follows: LOT 2307 M A MAY SUR)

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 A.M. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St., Birmingham, AL 35203. The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Cherokee W. Wooley, Law Offices of Thomas J. Skinner, IV, LLC, at (205) 802-2545.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this cause before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-903117.00

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: DELORIS H. CALLEN and RICKY S. NORRIS, as heirs of FREDDIE MAE COLEMAN; JOHNNIE COLMAN. JR, and unknown heirs of JOHNNIE COLEMAN, JR.; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

TAKE NOTICE that on July 30, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Property Address: 1914 Stouts Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35234

 

 

 

Tax Parcel ID No.: 01-22-00-23-4-026-003.000

 

 

 

Legal Description: Lot 4-A, Block 2, according to the resurvey, as recorded in Map Book 51, Page 81, in the Probate Office of Jefferson County, Alabama, of Lots 3, and 4, Block 2, of the E. A. Westbrook Survey, situated in Jefferson County, Alabama (It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument No. 2019111612 as follows: Lot 4-A E A WESTBROOK RESUR OF LOTS 3& 4 BLK 2)

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 A.M. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St., Birmingham, AL 35203. The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Cherokee W. Wooley, Law Offices of Thomas J. Skinner, IV, LLC, at (205) 802-2545.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this cause before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-903119.00

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: MTAG SERVICES, LLC; LESTER F. WASHINGTON, as heir of OLA W. BROWN; Unknown heirs of OLA W. BROWN; RODERICK SMITH, as heir of LEONARD LANE; Unknown heirs of LEONARD LANE; Unknown heirs of SARAH LANE; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

TAKE NOTICE that on July 30, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Property Address: 2008 24th Street North, Birmingham, Alabama 35234

 

 

 

Tax Parcel ID No.: 01-22-00-23-4-021-013.000

 

 

 

Legal Description: 40 feet of the North end of Lots 2314, 2312 and 2310 described by M. A. May’s Map of North Birmingham and recorded in Volume 1, Page 133 in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Jefferson County, Alabama, more particularly described: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 2314; thence North 100 feet to a point of beginning; thence West 140 feet to an alley; thence North 40 feet to an alley; thence East 140 feet to said 24th Street; thence 40 feet to the point of beginning, said lot fronts on 24th Street 40 feet and extends back 140 feet to an alley situated in Jefferson County, Alabama (It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument No. 2020086463 as follows: P O B 100 FT NW OF NW INTER 20TH AVE N & 24TH ST N TH NW 40 FT ALG 24TH ST N TO ALLEY TH SW 140 FT TO ALLEY TH SE 40FT TH NE 140 FT TO P O B BEING PT LOTS 2310 2312 2314 M A MAY SUR)

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 A.M. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St., Birmingham, AL 35203. The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Cherokee W. Wooley, Law Offices of Thomas J. Skinner, IV, LLC, at (205) 802-2545.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this cause before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-902469

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: ESTATE OF BEATRICE THOMAS; ALLEN CLEMENTINE THOMAS, AS AGENT FOR ESTATE OF EARL S THOMAS SR.; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

 

 

TAKE NOTICE that on June 18, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

The South Fifty (50) feet of Lot 6, according to the survey of Copeland and Henry, as recorded in Deed Record Volume 71, Page 303, in the Probate Office of Jefferson County, Alabama.

 

 

 

It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument Number 2019111473 as follows: S 1/2 OF LOT 6 COPELAND & HENRY

 

 

 

and assigned Parcel ID No. 22-00-26-1-017-021.000

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 a.m. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St, Birmingham, AL 35203.The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Jake A. Kiser at (205) 918-5037.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this case before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-901369

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: ESTATE OF ARTHUR E. SYMORE; K & S PROPERTIES, LLC; LVNV FUNDING LLC; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

 

 

TAKE NOTICE that on April 9, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Lots 7 and 8, Block 3, according to the Survey of First Addition to Druid Hills, as recorded in Map Book 14, Page 53, in the Probate Office of Jefferson County, Alabama.

 

 

 

It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument Number 2019111496 as follows: LOTS 7 & 8 BLK 3 DRUID HILLS 1ST ADD 53/14

 

 

 

and assigned Parcel ID No. 22-00-26-1-015-016.000

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 a.m. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St, Birmingham, AL 35203.The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Jake A. Kiser at (205) 918-5037.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this case before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-902719

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: FRANK N. SYLVESTER; J.M. BOGGAN; ESTATE OF ELBERT CARVER AKA ELBERT CAVER; ESTATE OF SARAH L. CARVER AKA SARA CAVER; ALABAMA MEDICAID AGENCY; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

 

 

TAKE NOTICE that on July 7, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

The North 45 feet of Lots 15 and 16, according to the Sudduth Realty Company’s Subdivision, as recorded in Map Book 13, Page 75, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Jefferson County, Alabama, of Block 666, of the Elyton Land Company.

 

 

 

It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument Number 2019111500 as follows: N 45 FT LOT 15 & 16 SUDDUTH RLTY COS RESUR BLK 666 PLUS A STRIP 25 FT WIDE E OT & ADJ TO SD LOT 16

 

 

 

and assigned Parcel ID No. 22-00-25-2-028-005.000

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 a.m. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St, Birmingham, AL 35203.The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Jake A. Kiser at (205) 918-5037.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this case before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-902472

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: ESTATE OF RUTH C. PEARSON; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

 

 

TAKE NOTICE that on June 18, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Lot 7, according to Casey’s Addition to Druid Hills as recorded in Map Book 17 Page 48 in the Probate Office of Jefferson County, Alabama.

 

 

 

It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument Number 2021001954 as follows: LOT 7 CASEYS ADD TO DRUID HILLS

 

 

 

and assigned Parcel ID No. 22-00-23-4-032-006.000

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 a.m. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St, Birmingham, AL 35203.The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Jake A. Kiser at (205) 918-5037.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this case before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

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CASE NO. CV-2025-902715

 

NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING BY PUBLICATION

 

TO: DAVID A. HATCHER; SUZANNE I. HATCHER; CITY OF BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA; J.T. SMALLWOOD, JEFFERSON COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR; AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, and any and all other unknown heirs, claimants or interested parties claiming any right, title, estate, lien, or interest in the real estate described herein,

 

 

 

TAKE NOTICE that on July 7, 2025, the Birmingham Land Bank Authority filed the above-styled Complaint, and the Land Bank asserts that it has recorded notice of a pending quiet title and foreclosure action in the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama concerning the rights and/or interests in the following real property:

 

 

 

Part of Lots 71 and 72, according to Phillips Addition to Birmingham, as recorded in Map Book 3, Page 58, in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Jefferson County, Alabama, more particularly described as follows: Begin at the Southwest corner of said Lot 71 and run thence Eastwardly along the South line of said lot for a distance of 29.80 feet; thence turn an angle of 14 degrees 08 minutes to the left and run Eastwardly for a distance of 41 feet; thence turn an angle of 38 degrees 19 minutes to the left and run Northeastwardly for a distance of 10 feet to the Point of Beginning of the parcel here described; from the Point of Beginning thus obtained, turn an angle of 96 degrees 25 minutes to the right and run Southeastwardly for a distance of 80.79 feet to a point on the Northwesterly line of Georgia Road, as same is now located and constructed as a 30 foot thoroughfare; thence turn an angle of 90 degrees 54 minutes to the left and run Northeastwardly along the Northwestwardly line of Georgia Road for a distance of 41.86 feet to a point on the West line of an alley; thence turn an angle of 44 degrees 48 minutes to the left and run Northwardly along the West line of said alley for a distance of 55.60 feet to a point in the East line of said Lot 71, which is 2 feet South of the Northeast corner of said lot; thence turn an angle of 88 degrees 17 minutes to the left and run Westwardly and parallel with the North line of said Lot 71 for a distance of 61.90 feet; thence turn an angle of 52 degrees 26 minutes to the left and run Southwestwardly for a distance of 38 feet to the Point of Beginning.

 

 

 

It appears said legal is the same as that certain legal described in Instrument Number 2021001844 as follows: P O B 192 FT S NE OF THE NE INTER OF 47TH ST N & AIRPORT HWY TH NE 35 FT S ALG HWY TO ALLEY TH N 49 FT S TH W 61.9FT TH SW 38 FT TH SE 80 FT TO POB BEING PT OF LOT 26 SPENCE & SPRINGER

 

 

 

and assigned Parcel ID No. 23-00-20-4-009-026.000

 

 

 

ANY PERSON WITH A PROPERTY INTEREST IN THE ABOVE PROPERTY IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THEY MAY LOSE SUCH INTEREST, IF ANY, AS A RESULT OF THE ABOVE-REFERENCED QUIET TITLE AND FORECLOSURE ACTION. The final hearing on this quiet title and foreclosure action is hereby set for October 17, 2025, in Room 340, Jefferson County Courthouse in Birmingham, Alabama at 10:30 a.m. The judgment of the Court may result in title to the property vesting in the Birmingham Land Bank Authority. Any person who proves to the Court’s satisfaction a right to redeem the property pursuant to Alabama Code §§ 40-10-73 (1975) et seq. or Alabama Code §§ 40-10-83 (1975) et seq. may redeem the property pursuant to those statutes within five (5) days after the appropriate Order on Final Hearing is issued. FAILURE TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY AND PRESENT PROOF OF REDEMPTION TO THE CIRCUIT COURT WITHIN THE 5-DAY PERIOD MAY RESULT IN A LOSS OF THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION.

 

 

 

The address of the Birmingham Land Bank Authority is City Hall, 710 North 20th St, Birmingham, AL 35203.The Birmingham Land Bank Authority may be contacted care of Jake A. Kiser at (205) 918-5037.

 

 

 

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED by the undersigned Clerk of Court that publication of this notice be made once a week for three consecutive weeks in the Birmingham Times, a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Alabama, and that all persons to whom this notice is addressed and any and all persons claiming any title to, interest in, or lien or encumbrance on the above-described land or any part thereof are hereby directed to plead, answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint in this case before the hearing date or a judgment by default may be rendered against them it being intended that this notice shall be used to perfect service against all parties who cannot be personally served with a copy of the Complaint.

 

 

 

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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 Jared Building Company Inc., Contractor, has completed the contract for Adult Education Building Renovations at 3060 Wilson Rd SW for the owner, Lawson State Community College 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 notify the architect, Davis Architects of Birmingham, Al. Jared Building Company, Inc. 3232 Highway 28 Columbiana, AL 35051

 

 

 

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NOTICE OF COMPLETION

 

 

 

WARNER’S ATHLETIC CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC hereby gives notice of completion of contract with Trussville City Board of Education located in the City of Trussville, AL. This notice will appear for four (4) consecutive weeks beginning 07/30/2025 and ending 08/20/2025. All claims should be filed at 570 Huntly Industrial Dr., Smyrna, TN 37167 during this period.

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT OF COMPLETION

 

In accordance with Section 39-2-1 as amended by H275 Code of Alabama, 1997, notice is hereby given that Gillespie Construction, LLC, 4565 Hwy 5, Jasper, Alabama, Contractor, has completed, Cahaba Road P.03979, for the Birmingham Water Works Board and has made request for final statement of said contract.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT OF COMPLETION

 

 

 

In accordance with Section 39-2-1 as amended by H275 Code of Alabama, 1997, notice is hereby given that Gillespie Construction, LLC, 4565 Hwy 5, Jasper, Alabama, Contractor, has completed, Sardis Road P.04195, for the Birmingham Water Works Board and has made request for final statement of said contract.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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NOTICE OF COMPLETION

 

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given that

 

Comfort Systems USA Mid-South, Inc. has completed the Contract for

 

Mountain Brook Schools 2025 Equipment Replacement for the State of Alabama and the City of Mountain Brook, Owners, 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 notify Bernhard TME, LLC, 400 Vestavia Parkway, Suite 310, Vestavia Hills, AL35216, Architect.

 

Comfort Systems USA Mid-South, Inc.

 

3100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N

 

Birmingham, AL35203

 

 

 

 

 

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Legal Notice

 

 

 

 

 

Notice to Richard Elmore Jr. (or descendants). Matter of importance. Father, Richard Elmore, Sr. (DOB 04.19.1900; DOD 05.05.1974) married Tina Mae Godfrey-Callier (my Grandmother) @ 1943. Richard Elmore, Sr. buried at Elmwood Cemetery beside wife Tina Godfrey Callier Elmore. Last known address: 1450 Fourth St. North, Birmingham, AL 35204. Contact Theresa Callier, PO Box 225689

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR COMPLETION

 

 

 

 

 

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given

 

that Williford Orman Construction LLC, Contractor, has completed the Contract for (Construction) Emergency Window Replacement for Shelby County High School at Columbiana for the State of Alabama and the(County) of Shelby, Owner(s), 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 notify Lathan Associates Architects PC

 

 

 

 

 

Williford Orman Construction LLC PO Box 1985, Pelham, AL 35124

 

 

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR COMPLETION

 

 

 

 

 

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given

 

that Williford Orman Construction LLC, Contractor, has completed the Contract for (Construction) of Emergency Repairs and Addition to Dry Storage at Pizitz Middle School at Vestavia Hills for the State of Alabama and the(City) of Vestavia Hills, Owner(s), 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 notify Lathan Associates Architects PC

 

 

 

 

 

Williford Orman Construction LLC PO Box 1985, Pelham, AL 35124

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR COMPLETION

 

 

 

 

 

In accordance with Chapter 1, Title 39, Code of Alabama, 1975, notice is hereby given

 

that Williford Orman Construction LLC, Contractor, has completed the Contract for (Construction) of New Football Video Board for Springville High School at Springville for the State of Alabama and the(City) of Springville Owner(s), 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 notify Lathan Associates Architects PC

 

 

 

 

 

Williford Orman Construction LLC PO Box 1985, Pelham, AL 35124

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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NOTICE OF PETITION

 

 

 

William Tyrone Long, whose whereabouts are unknown, and who is the putative father of Z.W., is hereby given notice that a Petition for Adoption of Minor Child has been filed by Gladys and Perry Rhodes in the Probate Court of Hale County, Alabama, case number 2025-026. This matter is scheduled for a hearing on September 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hale County Courthouse in Greensboro, Alabama. You must respond to said Petition for Adoption of Minor Child within thirty (30) days after the last publication.

 

 

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT 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 BDG Architects at 2308 1st Ave S, Suite 304, Birmingham, AL 35233 for the below referenced project until noon Central Daylight Time on Monday August 25, 2025, 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 August 29th, 2025. Pre-qualification proposal requirements may be obtained from the Architect by request via email to bids@bdgllp.com. The Owner will be prequalifying the following categories of trades: General Contractors.

 

Within the bounds of good faith, the Jefferson County Commission on advice from General Services retains the right to determine whether a Contractor has met pre-qualification procedures and criteria. Only General Contractors who have been approved to bid pursuant to pre-qualification procedures and criteria established by the Owner will be eligible to bid for the Project. Written pre-qualification procedures and criteria are available for review at the office of the Architect or by email listed above. All bidders must be licensed under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter 8, Code of Alabama, 1975.

 

JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT RENOVATIONS

 

THE SCOPE OF WORK is renovation to one Group B, Type IA building. The project will occur in one phase. The scope of Work is the removal and replacement of three vertical filing systems (colloquially referred to as ‘Lektrievers’ or ‘Kardex Machines’) within the Jefferson County Downtown Courthouse – 1st Floor at 716 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Birmingham, AL 35203. Required trades under General Contractor’s Work will include but not be limited to selective demolition, electrical, and the purchase and installation of the vertical filing systems.

 

DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS may be examined at the office of BDG Architects at the above-listed address starting August 29th. Bid Documents may be obtained from the Architect upon deposit of $300 per set, which will be refunded in full on the first one set issued to each general contract bidder submitting a Bonafide bid, upon return of documents in good condition within ten days of bid date. Other sets for general contractors, and sets for subcontractors and dealers, may be obtained with the same deposit, which will be refunded as above, less cost of printing, reproduction, handling, and distribution. Bid Documents will be distributed via SharePoint link for free to the prequalified contractors.

 

SEALED PROPOSALS will be received by the Probate Court of Jefferson County at the Courtroom of Judge of Probate, Place 1 Yashiba Glenn Blanchard on the 1st floor of the Jefferson County Courthouse until 2:15pm CDT on September 23rd, 2025 at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read. No bids submitted after this time will be considered. The clock in the Courtroom will be used to determine the correct time for the completion of the bidding period. Contractors wishing to submit their bids prior to 1:00pm may furnish their sealed bids to the office of the Architect at the above-listed address. After 1:00pm on bid day, all bids must be delivered to Judge Blanchard’s Courtroom. A cashier’s check or bid bond 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 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. 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. 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

 

Growth Builders invites land development contractors to bid on site work at Oak Hill and Shadowbrook. Interested contractors should email jdapogny@growth-homes.com to request site plans and scope. MWDBEs certified by ADECA or BCIA are encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

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INVITATION TO BID

 

Growth Builders invites residential homebuilding contractors to bid on new homes at Oak Hill, Woodlawn, and Shadowbrook. Interested contractors should email gmowatt@growth-homes.com to request architectural plans and scope. MWDBEs certified by ADECA or BCIA are encouraged to apply.

 

 

 

 

 

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INVITATION TO BID

 

ITB# 81-25 “PEST CONTROL 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 Wednesday, September 10, 2025, for ITB 81-25 PEST CONTROL 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 Florencie Underwood.

 

 

 

A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (CST) in Commissioners Suite 200 of the Jefferson County Main Courthouse, 716 Richard Arrington, Jr. Blvd. N., Birmingham, AL 35203.

 

 

 

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BID 25-12-04 (A-G)

 

 

 

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

 

The Birmingham Water Works Board will be accepting sealed bids for our Annual Chemicals,

 

BID 25-12-04(A-G) As follows:

 

  1. Ferric Sulfate

 

  1. Hydrofluosilicic Acid

 

  1. Liquid Chlorine

 

  1. Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite

 

  1. Orthophosphoric Acid

 

  1. Potassium Permanganate

 

  1. Powdered Activated Carbon

 

 

 

The specifications may be examined and obtained in the Purchasing Department’s office at3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35222, or by emailing derleda.abrom@bwwb.org, or our website at www.bwwb.org.

 

Sealed bids for Chemicals will be received in the Purchasing Department not later than Tuesday, September 2, 2025 @ 10:00 a.m., at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.

 

 

 

Prospective bidders should deliver or mail their sealed bids to 3600 1st Avenue North, Birmingham, Alabama 35222, directed to the attention of the Purchasing Manager, and marked in the lower left-hand corner of the envelope as follows: “Bid 25-12-04(A-G) Chemicals, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.”

 

 

 

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

 

 

 

The Birmingham Airport Authority (“BAA” or “Authority”) is soliciting Statements for qualifications (SOQ) and Project proposals from qualified firms to provide technical, professional, and administrative staff to administer the acquisition of land via an FAA Airport Improvement Program grant within the Runway 36 Runway Protection Zone (RPZ). Copies of the RFQ can be obtained by visiting the Airports Website at http://www.flybhm.com or via email request sent to eseoane@flybhm.com. There will be a non-mandatory pre-submittal meeting on August 21, 2025, at 2:00PM. Deadline for proposals will be September 12th, 2025, at 2:00PM.

 

 

 

 

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

 

JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES

 

 

 

FIVE YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND ONE YEAR ACTION PLAN

 

PROGRAM YEARS 2025-2029 (OCT. 1, 2025 – SEPT. 30, 2026)

 

30-DAY COMMENT PERIOD

 

 

 

Jefferson County, Alabama, acting as lead agency for a consortium of municipalities located within the County (excluding Birmingham, Bessemer, Helena, Hoover, and Sumiton), is seeking public comment and participation for the proposed Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan for programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. In accordance with 24 CFR Part 91, Jefferson County’s Department of Community Services has prepared its Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Program Years (PY) 2025-2029 (October 1, 2025-September 30, 2030) and its One-Year Action Plan for PY 2025-2026.

 

 

 

Jefferson County (“the County”) receives Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and Emergency Shelter/Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) funding for which citizens can identify needs or concerns to be considered for inclusion in the proposed plans. The 30-day comment period begins August 30 and ends September 29 and is open to any interested residents, groups, or agencies within the Jefferson County Consortium. Needs submitted via written comment and identified as eligible will be included in the draft plan submitted to the Jefferson County Commission and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for review.

 

 

 

Jefferson County has provided the proposed plan to the 33 participating consortium cities: Adamsville, Argo, Brighton, Brookside, Cardiff, Center Point, Clay, County Line, Fairfield, Fultondale, Gardendale, Graysville, Homewood, Hueytown, Irondale, Kimberly, Leeds, Lipscomb, Maytown, Midfield, Morris, Mountain Brook, Mulga, North Johns, Pinson, Pleasant Grove, Sylvan Springs, Tarrant, Trafford, Trussville, Vestavia Hills, Warrior, and West Jefferson. Copies are also available at consortium libraries and may be reviewed online at (https://communityservices.jccal.org) or by calling 205-325-5761 to request a copy. Persons may also visit the Department of Community Services to review in-person Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00am-4:00pm. Accommodations will be available to meet the Special Needs Requirements of those with disabilities as well as for those with limited English proficiency upon request and within reason. Those in this category should contact the Department of Community Services at 205-325-5761.

 

 

 

Comments must be submitted on or before September 29, 2025, by 4:00pm. Written comments must be submitted to the following:

 

 

 

Jefferson County Department of Community Services

 

Attn: 5-year Consolidated Plan & Action Plan

 

716 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N, Ste. A-430

 

Birmingham, AL 35203

 

 

 

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ABANDONED VEHICLES

 

 

 

2016 Hyundai Elantra – VIN# 5NPDH4AE8GH775123

 

2000 Toyota Camry CE -VIN# 4T1BG22K2YU003707

 

2017 HYUNDAI Santa Fe SPORT -VIN# 5XYZT3LB3HG420094

 

2000 CHEVROLET S TRUCK – VIN# 1GCCS1449YK189791

 

2007 Nissan Versa – VIN# 3N1BC13E57L416252

 

2009 Chevrolet Malibu – VIN# 1G1ZG57B59F155203

 

2006 Nissan Altima – VIN# 1N4AL11D16N458831

 

2003 Jaguar X-Type -VIN# SAJEA51C93WD21968

 

2013 Chrysler 300 Base – VIN# 2C3CCAAGXDH739047

 

2019 Nissan Sentra – VIN# 3N1AB7AP3KY319357

 

2017 Nissan Sentra SV – VIN# 3N1AB7AP9HY390295

 

 

 

Time of Auction will be at 7:00 am on September 25, 2025.

 

Location of all vehicles: 1460 Minor Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35224

 

 

 

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ABANDONED VEHICLE

 

 

 

Aaron Mckeithen has abandoned vehicle located @ 1404 Bessemer Road for in excess of 6 months. Contact us – information regarding intent. 2010 Dodge (White) 205 572-1295 — Tag YJM363 Alabama. Auction date is 9/15/25 @ 7am.

 

 

 

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ADVERTISEMENT for BIDDER PRE-QUALIFICATION And NOTICE of INTENT to RECEIVE BIDS

 

from PREQUALIFIED BIDDERS

 

 

 

Pre-qualification submittals will be received by the Owner’s Representative/Project Manager, David McCabe on behalf of Office of the Chief Facilities Officer, UAB Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, and the University of Alabama Board of Trustees at UAB Hospital Planning, 8th Floor Daniel Building, 15 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233 until 4:00 PM Central Time, September 5, 2025. The original and two (2) flash drives with duplicates of submittals are required for pre-qualification approval; however, email transmission copies may be transmitted to the Project Manager at dcmccabe@uabmc.edu and copied to rachelh@bparchitects.com to expedite the review process with a hard copy of the submittal and two flash drives to be delivered within 24 hours.

 

 

 

UAB Heart and Vascular Center

 

North Pavilion 6th Floor HVC Lab 9 Renovation For The

 

University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, Alabama

 

UAB Project No.: H205012

 

 

 

  1. SCOPE OF WORK:

 

 

 

This project involves renovation of an existing cardiac catheterization procedure room and replacement of the existing interventional imaging equipment. The project will include general construction, lead shielding, structural, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Coordination with equipment vendors will be necessary. The budget is anticipated to be between

 

$1,300,000 and $1,500,000.

 

 

 

The work will be performed under a single Prime General Contractor who will coordinate the work of this project. Particular and specific care will be required to coordinate complex shutdowns, limit disturbances and follow strict Infection Control and Interim Life Safety Measures (ICRA/ILSM) requirements for the protection of patients, family, and staff. The Prime General Contractors seeking to be pre-qualified will require experience with similar size and type hospital projects performed in and adjacent to an operating hospital environment and with the implementation and maintenance of infection control measures, interim life safety measures, coordinating shutdowns, and maintaining a clean and organized job site in an operating hospital. The General Contractor must have experience with representative projects as a General Contractor (not as a Construction Manager, Program Manager, etc.)

 

  1. PRIME CONTRACTOR BIDDER PRE-QUALIFICATIONS:

 

 

 

Prime contractor bidders interested in submitting a proposal must apply for pre- qualification and must be licensed under the Provision of Title 34, Chapter 8, and Code of Alabama, 1975. A copy of current Alabama Contractors license is to be included in pre-qualification submittal.

 

 

 

Only prime contractor bidders who have completed the pre-qualification process and that have been approved will be eligible to submit a bid/perform work for the Project. Prospective Bidder’s Pre-qualification Package must be received by the Owner’s Project Manager no later than 4:00 PM Central Time, September 5, 2025 after which no further requests will be considered.

 

 

 

Pre-qualification Requirements Information Package may be obtained from the Architect upon letterhead request. Any addendums to the prequalification requirements will be issued to documented prime contractors only.

 

 

 

The pre-qualification procedure is intended to identify responsible and competent prime contractor bidders relative to the requirements of the Project. Each prospective prime contractor bidder will be notified of the results of the pre-qualification, on or about September 12, 2025.

 

 

 

The Owner reserves the right to waive technical errors in applications, extend or abandon the pre-qualification process, should the interests of the Owner appear to be promoted thereby.

 

 

 

Progress Design and Construction Documents:

 

Prior to the pre-qualification deadline, project progress plans and specifications may be examined at the following location:

 

 

 

Architect:

 

Birchfield Penuel Architects 2805 Crescent Avenue

 

Birmingham, Alabama 35209 Mr. Charlie Abram

 

205-870-1876

 

charliea@bparchitects.com

 

 

 

  1. BIDS BY PRE-QUALIFIED PRIME GENERAL CONTRACTOR BIDDERS

 

 

 

Documents:

 

After notice to pre-qualified bidders is given, the pre-qualified prime contractor bidders may obtain bid documents from the Architect (see address above) upon deposit of $100.00 per set. The deposit is refundable in full on the first two (2) sets issued to each prime general contractor bidder upon return of documents in reusable condition within ten (10) days after bid opening. Additional sets for pre- qualified prime contractor bidders, subcontractors, vendors, or dealers may be

 

obtained upon payment of the same deposit. The deposit for additional sets shall be refunded less the cost of printing, reproduction, handling and distribution, upon return of the documents in reusable condition within ten (10) days after bid opening.

 

 

 

Bid documents will be available at the following locations after notice to pre- qualified bidders is given. Drawings and specifications may be examined at the Office of the Architect; and electronically at ConstructConnect and Dodge Data & Analytics.

 

 

 

Bonds:

 

A certified check or bid bond payable to the University of Alabama at Birmingham in an amount not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, but in no event more than $10,000 must accompany the bidder’s proposal. Performance and Statutory Labor and Material Payment Bonds will be required at the signing of the Contract.

 

 

 

Bids:

 

Bids must be submitted on proposal forms or copies thereof furnished by the Architect. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids for a period of ninety (90) days. The Owner reserves the right to reject bids if such action is determined to be in the best interest of the Owner. The Owner reserves the right to revoke pre-qualification of any bidder in accordance with Section 39-2-12, Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended in 1997 (by Act 97-225). The Bid Date is October 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM Central Time at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, UAB Hospital Planning, 8th Floor Daniel Building, 15 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233. Bids shall be clearly identified on the exterior of the package with the bidder’s name, address, State license number, the name of the project being bid, time and place of the bid opening. Sealed bids shall be properly identified.

 

 

 

Proposals may be hand delivered or received by mail on the date of the bid opening at the Office of David McCabe, Project Manager Facilities and Capital Projects, 8th Floor Daniel Building, 15 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233, until 12:00 noon. After 12:00 noon of the date of the bid opening, proposals must be hand-delivered and presented at the bid opening. Sealed proposals shall be submitted in triplicate and shall be properly identified. All proposals received after 2:00 p.m. on October 2, 2025 will be returned unopened.

 

 

 

Fire Alarm Work

 

In accordance with Title 34, Chapter 33A, of the Code of Alabama 1975, bidders for fire alarm work of this project, if any, must include with their bid, evidence of licensure as required by the act, by including with the bid submittal, a valid State Fire Marshal’s permit.

 

  1. PRE-BID CONFERENCE

 

A mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be September 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM at 8th Floor Daniel Building, 15 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233. It is mandatory that all pre-qualified prime contractor bidders attend the Pre-Bid Conference.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Request for Public Works Bid

 

The Water Works Board of the City of Birmingham (hereinafter, “the BWWB”) will be accepting bids for Public Works bids on Air Scour Blower Replacement – Western Filter Plant, Event Number 25-03-14, until Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. An optional Pre-Bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at 1400 Bankhead Highway West, Birmingham, AL 35214. This Invitation to Bid (ITB) is being issued pursuant to Ala. Code §39-1-1 et. seq. (1975) to establish contract(s) with a qualified firm or firms that will provide the replacement of Air Scour Blowers to the BWWB as further described in this ITB. Note: A General Contractor’s License is required for Public Works projects exceeding $100,000. The selected Contractor is to perform the replacement of two air scour blowers at the Western Filter Plant. The Specifications and Conditions may be examined and obtained in the office of the Purchasing Manager, LyTonja Levert, at 3600 First Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35222, by email to Jonathan.Jett@bwwb.org or via our website www.bwwb.org. All bids must be submitted by the deadline on Thursday, September 11th, 2025, by 10:00 a.m., in a sealed envelope directed to the attention of the Purchasing Manager, LyTonja Levert, and marked in the lower left-hand corner of the envelope as follows: “Invitation to bid on Public Works bid on Air Scour Blower Replacement – Western Filter Plant, Event Number 25-03-14 and including your General Contractor’s License number in the lower left-hand corner of the envelope.

 

 

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

 

JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES

 

NOTICE OF CLOSEOUT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CARES ACT (CDBG-CV) FUNDS FROM THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS (ADECA) AND DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

 

 

 

Notice is hereby given that the Jefferson County Department of Community Services will close-out the grant award of Community Development Block Grant Cares Act (CDBG-CV) funds awarded by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA).

 

Jefferson County, Alabama on behalf of the non-entitlement municipalities and unincorporated communities located within the County (excluding Birmingham, Hoover, Bessemer, Helena, and Sumiton) received an allocation of $1,036,800 from ADECA through their funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant CARES Act Grant. Provided funds were used to provide rental assistance, utility assistance, food assistance and grant administration to prevent, prepare for and respond to the impacts of COVID-19 in unincorporated Jefferson County communities and among the 33 consortium cities.

 

A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 2 p.m. in the Commission Conference Room of the Jefferson County Courthouse, located at 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard North, Birmingham, Alabama 35203. Information will be provided regarding the county’s use of such CDBG-CV funds provided by ADECA and meet the grant closeout requirements.

 

Special accommodations are available, upon request, for those with disabilities and those with limited English proficiency. Those requiring special accommodation or having questions regarding the hearing should call 205-325-5761 in advance for assistance.

 

 

 

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PUBLIC NOTICE

 

JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES

 

NOTICE OF OPEN SEASON FOR RECEIPT OF PROGRAM YEAR 2026-2027 APPLICATIONS FOR GRANTS FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND THE EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT (HOMELESS) PROGRAM FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, AND INFORMATION REGARDING HOME PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

 

Please be advised that the Jefferson County Office of Community Services will receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications from municipalities, non-profit organizations, and citizens groups located in Jefferson County, Alabama outside the cities of Birmingham, Hoover, Bessemer, Helena, and Sumiton. Information pertaining to proposal content is available upon request from the Jefferson County Office of Community Services, 716 Richard Arrington, Jr. Blvd. North, Suite A-430, Birmingham, AL 35203.Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) applications are received from approved local non-profit providers of homeless assistance in Jefferson County,

 

All CDBG applications and ESG applications must be received (in hand) in the Office of Community Services by 5:00 PM on Friday, January 30, 2026.Applications submitted for previous years but not funded must be resubmitted to be considered.

 

Applications for housing rehabilitation for homeowners will be due by 5:00 PM on Friday, February 27, 2026. Applications submitted for previous years but not funded must be resubmitted to be considered.

 

In accordance with Jefferson County’s Citizen Participation Plan and HUD’s regulatory requirement waivers, a series of virtual public hearings will be held and to encourage submission of qualified applications, all applicants must attend one of the following virtual meetings:

 

Day Date Time

 

Thursday 09/25/2025 10:00 a.m.

 

Tuesday 10/21/2025 6:00 p.m.

 

Tuesday 11/18/2025 6:00 p.m.

 

Thursday 12/18/2025 10:00 a.m.

 

Those wishing to attend must pre-register with the Department of Community Services no later than 12:00 noon the day before the event via email: mappp@jccal.org or voicemail, 205-325-5761, extension 1931. Individuals must provide their name, organization, address, telephone number, and email.

 

Those needing to attend in person can attend the September 25, 2025, or December 18, 2025 meeting at the Jefferson County Courthouse located at 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N, Suite A-430

 

Information will be provided regarding proposed activities funded under the HOE Program, affordable housing opportunities, housing counseling and Fair Housing. Jefferson County is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider.

 

Special accommodations are available, upon request, for those with disabilities and for those with limited English proficiency. Those requiring special accommodation should call 205-325-5761 in advance for assistance. The Jefferson County Office of Community Services is located at 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North, Suite A-430, Birmingham, AL35203.

 

 

 

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MACON-RUSSELL COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

 

AUDIT SERVICES – REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

 

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

 

 

 

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit responses from qualified firms

 

interested in conducting the annual Financial Audit for Macon-Russell Community Action Agency.

 

 

 

To be considered responsive applicants must meet the following criteria:

 

  1. The audit firm is independent and licensed to practice in the State of Alabama

 

  1. The audit firm has prior experience with auditing non-profit organizations

 

  1. The audit firm has a record of quality audit work

 

  1. The audit firm has adhered to the instructions in this Request for Proposal on

 

preparing and submitting the proposal

 

 

 

Any proposals that do not contain ALL of the information detailed in the RFP

 

WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. To request a Request for Proposal packet , please email:

 

Dr. Angel Walker, Executive Director

 

awalker@mrcaa.org.

 

 

 

All proposals must be received by Macon-Russell Community Action Agency no later than August 29, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. CST. Proposals received after this date and time will not be considered.

 

All proposals shall be sealed and delivered or mailed to:

 

Macon-Russell Community Action Agency

 

501 S. School Street Suite B

 

Tuskegee, Alabama 36083

 

 

 

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YARD SALE

 

 

 

Moving Sale Saturday Aug. 23/ 7:00- 3:00

 

508 Oak Glen Trace, Hoover, AL 35244

 

Bedding, Youth Bikes, Clothes, Yard Equipment, Rugs, Holiday Decoration

 

 

 

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A Fond Farewell: Birmingham Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Bishop Calvin Woods Sr. 

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Bishop Calvin Wallace Woods Sr. was remembered at a Celebration of the Life at Sardis Baptist Church in West Birmingham. (Barnett Wright, The Birmingham Times)

By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times

In a celebration fit for a king, Bishop Calvin Wallace Woods Sr. on Saturday, August 23, was remembered as a man of God who never wavered in the fight for justice and whose ministry expanded far beyond the pulpit.

For decades, Mr. Woods was one of Birmingham’s leading voices for equality, working alongside some of the Civil Rights Movement’s most influential leaders, including the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He carried that passion up until he passed on August 15 at the age of 91. He would have turned 92 on September 13.

During the Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Bishop Woods, the sanctuary at Sardis Baptist Church in West Birmingham was filled with his immediate and extended family, current and former elected officials, and more than 100 clergy from across the Southeast.

Mr. Woods, who lost jobs, was arrested numerous times, and carried scars from police beatings all in the fight for freedom, was honored as Civil Rights royalty, as a true leader whose faith inspired not just the Magic City, but the nation.

“All that has been said about my father is true, but one thing that has been at the center of everything, … all that he has achieved was his relationship with God,” said his son Dr. Timothy Justice Woods Sr., pastor of Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church in North Birmingham, who officiated the celebration. “That’s why he was in the struggle, that’s why he fought for justice, that’s why he was an [activist], that’s why he did everything that he did — because at the center of it all it was his relationship with God.”

“My father was a man of the word of God,” he said. “I don’t care who you were or where you were, when he opened his mouth he was going to be talking about the word of God. He taught us early to respect God’s word, to memorize God’s word, to study God’s word. He was a man of the word of God.”

In 1963, Bishop Calvin Wallace Woods Sr. joined the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. (Barnett Wright, The Birmingham Times)

“A True Light”

While Pastor Woods officiated, the family was well represented throughout the celebration in a program that Bishop Woods helped plan. The Order of Service included a musical selection by Mr. Woods’ children; acknowledgements from his grandson, Birmingham City Councilor Clinton Woods; and reflections from his grandchildren, including Mike McClure Jr.—Pastor Mike Jr. of Rock City Church.

“[Who] you saw was who he was, [whether] in church, in politics, in front of people with political power, prestige, he was going to say exactly what he felt,” said Julian Woods Sr., Mr. Woods’ oldest grandson and second oldest grandchild. “I can echo the sentiments that my grandfather loved people, he loved everybody. I never really heard him talk about someone in a disparaging way. … You hear about praying in public; he instilled that in us at home. We thank God that he was a man who lived what he believed “

Extended family came out to bid farewell, too: Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, who spoke during the service, was in attendance along with former Alabama Gov. Don Siegelman, Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway, Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr, State Rep. Juandalynn Givan, and many others.

“Bishop Calvin Woods was a true light not just in this community but in so many of our lives, as well,” said Woodfin. “He made everyone he encountered feel like family. He never met a stranger. … We find comfort in knowing that we all can hold our heads up high because we stand on his broad shoulders. Bishop Woods brought light to the darkest times in our city — and even now it shines brighter than ever, so in his honor we will make sure that light never dims.”

More than a dozen resolutions of honor poured in from all over, including from Shiloh Baptist Church, where Mr. Woods served as pastor, as well as U.S. Congresswoman Terri Sewell, the city of Birmingham, the Birmingham City Council, the Jefferson County Commission, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), the NAACP Metro Birmingham Branch, the Foot Soldiers of Birmingham, Alabama, the National Baptist Convention of America, and organizations in Louisiana and Florida.

The sanctuary at Sardis Baptist Church in West Birmingham was filled with family, elected officials, and more than 100 clergy from across the Southeast for his Celebration of Life. (Barnett Wright, The Birmingham Times)

“We Shall All Be Free”

Mr. Woods was born in the East Thomas community of Birmingham on September 13, 1933. He was the fourth of 13 children born to the Rev. Abraham Lincoln Woods Sr. and Maggie Rosa Lee Wallace Woods. He grew up in the city and graduated from A.H. Parker High School in 1950, at age 16. It was during his time at Parker that Mr. Woods discovered the power of his voice, winning oratorical contests and becoming known as someone who could inspire and persuade, according to the family’s obituary.

Under his father’s guidance, Mr. Woods served at Shiloh Baptist Church. He then served as pastor of East End Baptist Church, located in Birmingham’s Southside community, in his early 20s, from 1960 to 1974, before returning to leadership at Shiloh.

Mr. Woods was the younger brother of Abraham Woods Jr., and together the two along with the Rev. Fred L. Shuttlesworth established the Alabama Christian Movement for Human Rights (ACMHR) in 1956. The Woods brothers met King and his lieutenant, the Rev. Ralph David Abernathy, in 1962 and began working with them to fight segregation in Birmingham.

Through his work with the ACMHR and alongside other Black clergy like Shuttlesworth and King, Mr. Woods also participated in numerous other efforts to support the cause of Civil Rights in Birmingham.

Mr. Woods was arrested in 1956 for trumped-up charges of encouraging a boycott of the Birmingham buses, which were segregated at the time. After the arrest, he was fined and sentenced to prison for six months. Years later, after continual involvement with the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham, he was again arrested: This time, in 1963, he was beaten for participating in a protest.

“My father, he had God’s protection,” said Pastor Woods, during the Celebration Message. “He was [soaked] with the water hoses, he was bit by dogs, he was beaten with billy clubs, he was shot at, he was in prison — and I can hear him say — ‘all night and all day’” but some way and somehow God protected him.

Also in 1963, Woods joined the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. In 1965, he protested how Birmingham handled voter registration. And in 1966, he served as the strategy chairman to protest the killing of Black protesters at a supermarket in the city.

Mr. Woods became president of the SCLC Birmingham chapter in 2006, after his brother Abraham Jr. stepped down. In December 2021, Mr. Woods stepped down as president of the same chapter.

Mr. Woods worked for Birmingham City Schools, at his beloved Parker High School, counseled with the Jefferson County Committee for Economic Opportunity (JCCEO), served on several boards, and led conventions in the city. For more than 20 years, he could be found in Kelly Ingram Park, where many of the downtown protests were held, sharing stories of the Civil Rights struggle with visitors from around the world.

Mr. Woods had 13 children, 37 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

The celebration would not be complete without selections from the Carlton Reese Movement Choir (named in honor of the ACMHR’s music director) and one of Mr. Woods’ final wishes — for those in attendance to sing “We Shall Overcome” with him one final time. In unison, the crowd sang the Civil Rights Movement anthem, which ends with “We shall all be free/we shall all be free/We shall all be free someday/Oh, deep in my heart, I do believe/We shall overcome someday.”

2025 Birmingham Mayoral Election: Each Candidate on Ballot in Tuesday Municipal Election

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Voters in Birmingham head to the polls on Tuesday, October 7, in runoff elections for City Council and Birmingham Board of Education. (File)

 The Birmingham Times

Two-term Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin will face eight challengers on Tuesday, August 26, in the city’s mayoral election; candidates for City Council and Birmingham Board of Education are also on the ballot. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

Woodfin is facing two current officeholders in Juandalynn Givan, a state representative and Lashunda Scales, a Jefferson County Commissioner, who finished second in the 2021 Mayor’s race.

Others on the ballot are Kamau Afrika, Marilyn James-Johnson, Jerimy Littlepage, Brian Rice, David Russell, and Frank Woodson.

A candidate must receive 50.1 percent of the vote before being declared the winner. In races for which no candidate reaches that threshold, a runoff election will be held on October 7.

Click here for City Council candidates and here for Board of Education candidates.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO VOTE

For more information, visit the city of Birmingham’s election website.

These are the list of candidates for the 2025 City Council elections as compiled by birminghamwatch.org and wbhm.org

Kamau Afrika

Age: 68

Residence: Birmingham (Smithfield)

Political experience: East Thomas Neighborhood Association, president, 1998-2000. Has run a series of unsuccessful campaigns: for the Birmingham City Council District 5, 1989 and 1997; for the Democratic nomination in a special election to fill Alabama House of Representatives District 54, 2006; in a special election to fill Larry Langford’s unexpired term on the Jefferson County Commission, 2008; in a special election to fill the Jefferson County Commission District 1 seat left vacant when William Bell was sworn in as Birmingham’s mayor in 2010; for mayor against Bell, 2011; for mayor against Bell, 2013.

Professional experience: Real estate investor, 1990-present; BP, health and safety inspector, 2010; Granite Construction, road crew supervisor, 2000; Brooklery Pharmacy, 1999.

Civic experience: Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, 1983-present; College Hills Neighborhood Improvement, late 1980s; Five Points/Smithfield Merchants Association, 1983; Birmingham Pledge Group, in the 1980s.

Education: Birmingham-Southern College, bachelor’s in kinesiology, 1985; attended Miles Law School, 1991; Samford University, in master’s program for environmental science, 2009-10.

Major issues: The candidate’s top priorities include public safety, specifically creating a large police patrol force; development of neglected parts of town to eliminate food deserts; creating entertainment and athletic complexes in the west, northwest and southwest sections of the city; and development of small businesses and achieving equity for Black businesses.

Campaign: afrikaformayor.com

Juandalynn Givan

Residence: Birmingham

Political experience: Alabama House Representatives, 2010–present, after being elected in 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022; ran unsuccessfully for U.S. House District 2, 2024; assistant liaison, Capital Projects and Development for the City of Birmingham under mayors Richard Arrington, Bernard Kincaid and William Bell, 1996-2000. Elected national president of the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative Women, 2021; Named National Legislator of the Year by the National Black Caucus of State Legislators, 2015.

Professional experience: Givan & Associates Law Firm, 2004-present; Birmingham Housing Authority Hope 6 Administrator for Metropolitan Gardens and Tuxedo Terrace, 2000-2010.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science, Miles College, 1992; and juris doctorate, Miles School of Law, 1996.

Main issues: “I’m running for Mayor of Birmingham because I believe the city needs bold, transformative leadership to tackle its most pressing challenges. Our campaign is centered on creating a safer, more inclusive, and economically vibrant Birmingham. I am dedicated to addressing crime, improving access to affordable housing, strengthening educational opportunities, and fostering a business-friendly environment to bring more jobs to the city. With my extensive experience in law, government, and community advocacy, I am prepared to lead Birmingham toward a future where every resident has the opportunity to thrive.”

She outlines her stances on a broad range of issues on the priorities page of her campaign website.

More information: Campaign websiteFacebookInstagram.

Marilyn James-Johnson

Age: 57

Residence: North Titusville:

Political Experience: First run for office.

Educational experience: 1986 graduate of West Blocton High School.

Professional experience: Licensed evangelist based in Birmingham, Alabama, affiliated with Praises of Glory My Ministries.

Main issues: The unhoused. James said she was homeless for nearly a year ago and that experience opened her eyes and her heart to the needs of the less fortunate. She also wants to address a complaint she’s heard from city seniors about litter. She would also institute “prayer days,” she said. “And we wouldn’t just have one prayer day in Birmingham. We would have prayer often, so that we can keep our city prayed up at all times.”

Jerimy Littlepage

Age: 26

Residence: Birmingham (Titusville. Grew up in multiple Birmingham neighborhoods)

Political experience: First run for office.

Educational experience: Graduated A.H. Parker High School, 2018.

Professional experience: Digital creator, previously served in the U.S. Army Reserve, forklift operator with Ventura Foods.

Main issues: “His immediate goal is to bring unity to the city. He wants the elderly to live without being in fear and he wants children to have a better future,” his website states. Littlepage is seeking to become the youngest mayor of Birmingham at 26 years old. His website outlines his “Big 6 Plan” that outlines plans to address public safety, mental health awareness, housing affordability, job opportunities, homeownership and community engagement.

CampaignWebsiteFacebook.

Brian K. Rice

Age: 45

Residence: Birmingham (Ensley)

Political experience: None

Professional experience: Construction manager, Defense Department in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 2002-07; business development manager for manufacturing companies from Charlotte, North Carolina, Houston and Birmingham, 2007-present; launched Heroes Bridge, a mentoring program for youths and aspiring business owners, 2010-present; real estate developer, 2008-present.

Civic experience: Participated in Big Brothers Big Sisters, has been a long-time member of the Urban League and chairs the board for the Birmingham YMCA Youth Center.

Education: Alabama A&M University, bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, 2002.

Major issues: Integrity at City Hall is among the candidate’s biggest concerns. “I think we need more guardrails at City Hall. I’m extremely concerned (about) ethics violations.” Rice said he always puts local business first and said a safe environment must be created for senior citizens and their assets must be protected. He also wants to foster a balance of power in city government. “I will reduce my power to balance the power at City Hall,” he said. “I’ll grant the City Council permission to discuss making changes to the Mayor-Council Act. That’ll be my first act.”

Campaign: https://www.bkrice.com/

David Russell

Age: 74

Residence: Birmingham (Smithfield Estates)

Political experience: Russell has not been elected to office, but he has been on several ballots. He ran most recently for the District 9 seat on the Birmingham City Council in 2021. Before that, he was a candidate for the Alabama Public Service Commission in 1982; Birmingham City Council District 9 in 2001, 2005, 2009, 2013 and 2017, and Alabama House District 60 in 2002, 2006 and 2010.

Professional experience: A.L. Williams, insurance sales, 1980-2015.

Civic experience: Southern Christian Leadership Conference, member.

Education: Alabama State University, bachelor’s in business administration and economics, 1973.

Major issues: Russell hopes to make downtown Ensley into a “Black Wall Street,” like the one that existed decades ago in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with thriving Black-owned businesses. He also wants to again make Birmingham the largest city in Alabama by annexing suburbs such as Lipscomb, Brighton, Fairfield, Forestdale and Midfield. As mayor, Russell hopes to bring Alabama A&M University back to the table in negotiations to purchase the former Birmingham-Southern College property.

Lashunda Scales

Age: 54

Residence: Huffman

Political experience: Ran for the Birmingham City Council in 2005, losing to Joel Montgomery in a runoff. Finished second in the primary to incumbent Oliver Robinson in a bid for Alabama House District 58 in 2006. Was elected District 1 representative to the City Council in November 2009 and served nearly 3 terms. Defeated George Bowman for District 1 seat on the Jefferson County Commission in 2018.

Professional experience: Owner, Scales PR Marketing Firm Inc., February 2000-present. Has worked for several other businesses, including some that are family owned and operated.

Civic experience: Partner In Education, Birmingham City Schools; former vice president, Echo Highlands Neighborhood Association; former board member, Family Involvement Program; former chair, Huffman High School FBLA marketing committee.

Education: Attended Stillman College; associate’s, Jefferson State; Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, 2015; Leadership Birmingham, 2016; Leadership Alabama XXXI, 2021-2022.

Main Issues: According to her website, the candidate said she intends to be tough on violent crime by empowering experienced Birmingham Police Department leaders to fight crime, restoring the BPD to full staffing of 900-plus sworn officers, restore police patrol in high-crime areas and go after violent criminals with swift arrest, prosecution and maximum punishment. She wants to aggressively fight to retake the Birmingham Water Works and fend off any attempts by the state to assume any city assets. The candidate also plans to aggressively recruit new businesses to locate in Birmingham city limits and prioritize local entities to provide city goods and services

Campaign: scalesbhm.com

Randall L. Woodfin

Age: 48

Residence: Central City

Political experience: Mayor of Birmingham, 2017-present; member, Birmingham Board of Education, 2013-17; president, Birmingham Board of Education, 2013-15.

Professional experience: Mayor of Birmingham, 2017-present; assistant city attorney, city of Birmingham, 2009-17.

Civic experience: Former board member, Alabama Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy; former board member, Birmingham Botanical Gardens; former board member, Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama; former board member, Birmingham Change Fund; former board member, American Red Cross; former board member, Birmingham Education Foundation; former board member, Birmingham Cultural Alliance; former board member, Start the Adventure in Reading; former president, Birmingham Chapter of the Morehouse College Alumni Association; Leadership Alabama, 2016; featured speaker, TEDx Birmingham, 2017; Alabama state director, Hillary for America, 2016.

Education: Juris doctor, Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, 2007; bachelor’s in political science, Morehouse College, 2003.

Main issues: “One thing we’re gonna do is continue to make the advances we’ve made here. In 2025, we would have hired the largest number of police officers probably in over 15 years. We’re gonna continue on that trend (and) make sure our police force is fully staffed. Today, we’re at 83%, so we expect right at the start of the third term … by December, we expect to be fully staffed for our Birmingham Police Department. We want to endow the Birmingham Promise, make sure young people — well after I’m mayor of the city of Birmingham, children not born yet — can attend college tuition free. I think ultimately, we want to finally dismantle the legacy of racism and the cost of segregation in Birmingham. As of now, there’s still a duplication of services as we invest more in our city’s infrastructure, city amenities such as our libraries, our recreation centers, things of that nature. And continue to make economic development and workforce development a priority to put people to work and … fill these empty lots. The city of Birmingham cannot be in the grass-cutting business with your public tax dollars. We cannot go on private lots every two weeks. We have removed so many blighted structures. It is now time to lean all the way in on making sure we can go vertical with more single-family homes that are affordable as well as market rate in our city.”

Woodfin has released a detailed policy platform outlining his vision for Birmingham’s future, called “The Woodfin Way.” That full plan is available on the platform page of his website.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebookXBlueskyYouTubeInstagram.

Frank Woodson

Residence: Birmingham

Professional experience: Pastor of Covenant Community Fellowship, president and CEO, CityServe Alabama; board member, Digital Fulcrum Media; board chairman and former executive director of Mission Alabama, 2002-present; assistant director, Young Business Leaders, 2001-2010; chief operating officer, Cornerstone Schools of Alabama, 1999-2001; operations management and engineering, United Parcel Service, 1981-1999. law clerk, Shores, Larkin, Penick and Massey, 1981-1984.

Political experience: Ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic nomination to the Alabama House of Representatives District 52, 2024.

Education: UAB, communication arts, 1979-84.

Main issues: “My mission is to lead Birmingham with integrity, vision, and accountability — restoring core city services, revitalizing neighborhoods, and creating real opportunity for every resident,” Woodson says on his website. His lists as his top priorities: ensuring safe and clean communities by fighting blight and improving infrastructure; building opportunity by creating pathways to employment, supporting local businesses and attracting investment; creating an efficient government; and supporting working families by expanding child care access, school readiness and family support programs.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebookInstagramBluesky.

2025 Birmingham City Council Elections: A Closer Look at Every Candidate in Tuesday’s Races

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On Tuesday, August 26, Birmingham votes in the city’s mayoral election; candidates for City Council and Birmingham Board of Education are also on the ballot. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. (File)

The Birmingham Times 

The 2025 Birmingham City Council Elections feature a crowded district 8 race with nine hopefuls seeking to replace incumbent Carol Clarke who decided not to seek a second term; while the district 3 race features just two candidates seeking to replace Valerie Abbott who decided not to seek a seventh term. Hunter Williams and Darrell O’Quinn are running unopposed in Districts 2 and 5 respectively.

The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

A candidate must receive 50.1 percent of the vote before being declared the winner. In races for which no candidate reaches that threshold, a runoff election will be held on October 7.

Click here to see the Board of Education candidates.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO VOTE

For more information, visit the city of Birmingham’s election website.

These are the list of candidates for the 2025 City Council elections as compiled by birminghamwatch.org and wbhm.org

 DISTRICT 1

Priscilla Edwards

Political experience: First run for public office.

Professional experience: Founder and pastor of God Is Real Outreach Ministries for more than 30 years; established New Direction Family Life Center in Forest, Mississippi, 2005.

Educational experience: Is pursuing theological studies at Birmingham-Easonian Baptist Bible College.

Main issues: Her top priorities are listed as economic development, public safety, infrastructure improvements, senior services, community engagement and expanding after-school programs and educational resources. “This campaign is rooted in faith, community, and a steadfast commitment to serve the people of District One with honesty and passion,” her website states. “Priscilla believes leadership is about real people and real solutions. … She’s here to listen, act boldly, and ensure your voice shapes our shared future.”

Campaign: Website.

Willie Goldsmith Jr.

Professional experience: Principal at Wenonah High School; has been with the Birmingham City Schools since 2002. His administrative roles have included serving as assistant principal at Jess Lanier High and Huffman High schools, and as principal at several institutions including Huffman High, Wenonah K-8, Jones Valley K-8 and Green Acres Middle. Former member of the Army Reserve. He has been honored with awards including the Metro Birmingham NAACP Golden Educator Award, Principal of the Year for Middle School and the Alabama Association of Gifted Educators Principal of the Year.

Educational experience: Doctorate in education, Argosy University – Phoenix Online Division, 2014; education specialist, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1997; master’s in education, UAB, 1994; bachelor’s in secondary education in teaching, UAB, 1991.

Civic experience: Member of the American Legion and the NAACP; member, Refresh Family Church; neighborhood president for the Apple Valley Community.

Main issues: On his website, Goldsmith says his reasons for running are to create safer neighborhoods, foster economic growth and empowerment, build stronger community relations, revitalize and beautify the neighborhoods; and support and strengthen schools. Some steps on his to-do list are to invest in small businesses and job creation, expand workforce training and development, support local entrepreneurship and innovation, employ community policing and focus on crime prevention and education, conduct regular town hall meetings, and target blight in the neighborhoods.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebook.

Tara Nix

Nix brings over two decades of public service experience, having served as the Jefferson County Constable for District 58 from 2005 until January 2025. She works as a Print Shop Clerk for the Birmingham Board of Education as part of her commitment to local government and education.

 

Clinton Woods (Incumbent)

Residence: Birmingham (Echo Highlands)

Political experience: Birmingham city councilor, 2019-present, after winning the office in a special election in 2019 and  regaining the office in 2021. Campaign manager, Mark Pettway for sheriff, 2017-2018; previously worked as consultant on several other political campaigns

Professional experience: Owner, Prescott Contracting, 2017-present; construction manager, Tacoma Housing Authority, 2016-2017; general contractor, Prescott Contracting, 2012-2015; project manager, C.W. Woods Contracting, 2009-2012

Civic experience: Has been recognized several times, including with the NAACP Metro Birmingham’s Community Trailblazer award, UAB Black Alumni Network’s Top 24 for 24, and the 2023 UNUM Fellow Climate and Environmental Cohort.Member of Rock City Church; serves on the advisory board for Mission Increase Central Alabama; executive pastor of Christ Church, 2014-19. Collaborated with community organizations to address bullying, expand afterschool programs and promote literacy through the “Ready, Set, Read” and “I See Me: First Library” programs..

Education: Master of engineering, construction management, UAB, 2012; bachelor of science in economics, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 2009

Main issues: Woods’ campaign website cites his work on the council, including launching The Power of One and Be Litter Free beautification campaigns to combat littering and strengthening partnerships with the Birmingham Police Department. In his campaign, he advocates for innovative solutions, community engagement and collaboration with local, state and federal partners. He chairs the council’s Workforce Development Committee and is a member of the Administration and Governmental Affairs, Economic Development & Tourism, Transportation and Planning and Zoning Committees.

Campaign info: clintonwoods.org

DISTRICT 2

Hunter Williams (Unopposed)

Age: 38

Residence: Birmingham (Crestline)

Political experience: Councilor, Birmingham City Council District 2, 2017-present after being elected in 2017 and 2021.

Professional experience: Business Intelligence and Development, NuVasive, 2018-20; founder and president, Neurosafe, 2014-18; director, small commercial and personal lines, Molton, Allen & Williams, 2009-14.

Education: Graduate program, surgical neuromonitoring; University of Connecticut, 2015; bachelor’s in business administration, Southern Methodist University, 2009; Jefferson County Sheriff’s Academy, 2010.

Campaign info: facebook.com/hunter4bhaminstagram.com/hunter4bham

DISTRICT 3

Josh Vasa

Age: 44

Residence: Birmingham (Glen Iris)

Political experience: First run for public office.

Professional experience: Chief operating officer for Woodlawn United since February 2025; director of operations for Blight Free Birmingham, 2021-2024; director, Birmingham Strong, an effort to boost recovery after the pandemic, 2020-2021; general manager, Carrigan’s Public House, 2019-2020; director of growth and strategy, Jones Valley Teaching Farm, 2018-2019; vice president of operations, McWane Science Center, 2015-2018; festival director, Sidewalk Film Festival, 2012-2016; corporate support manager, Alabama Public Television, 2007-2009; development manager, Kids One Transport, 2005-2007; interim director of multicultural affairs, Birmingham-Southern College, 2003-2004. As a musician, Vasa led the group VASA and still performs as Sanyasi.

Educational experience: Bachelor’s in business administration, Birmingham-Southern College, 2003.

Main issues: Community engagement is one of Vasa’s top priorities. He wants to hold regular town halls and community meetings for residents and business owners along with improving tools for information and communication with town hall. He also wants to focus on infrastructure, including well-maintained streets and parks along with smart street designs, bike lanes, beautification projects and more express bus stops in the district. Pubic safety is another priority, and Vasa wants to focus on practical, community-driven solutions such as better lighting, creation of neighborhood support teams and support for unhoused residents. He also wants to support district schools by fostering partnerships among schools, local businesses and community organizations; strengthening after-school programs; and providing tutoring, mentoring and enrichment opportunities.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebookXInstagram.

Ryan Jones

Age: 45

Residence: Southside

Political experience: Running for Birmingham City Council, District 3; ran unsuccessfully for Birmingham City Council, 2017. Member of the Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee, 2015-present, and former president of the Alabama Young Democrats.

Professional experience: Administrative services manager for the Information Technology Services with the Jefferson County Commission, for which he has worked since 2016; human resources and direct administrative support for nurse managers at UAB in the cardiovascular division, 2012-2016; political consultant, 2011-present; financial sector positions at Wells Fargo and Regions Bank; 2005-2009

Civic experience: Has served as a junior board member of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra?, member of the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network; member of the city of Birmingham’s Academy for Civic Engagement; board member of Mad Doctor Game Store, 2012-2015; board member of Speakers Corner Birmingham, 2004-2008. Has volunteered with many civic efforts including voter drives, ArtWalk, Pride Fest and Do Dah Day.

Education: University of Alabama at Birmingham, master of public administration, 2012; UAB, bachelor’s in political science with a minor in history, 2005; graduated Hoover High School, 1998.

Main issues: Ryan’s campaign website lists public safety as his top priority, including a focus on policing in the communities, accountability and using alternative approaches to policing. He wants infrastructure improvements such as effective mass transit, improved sidewalks and bike lanes and citywide internet. He wants to reverse changes made to city government under the Mayor Council Act to return budgeting responsibilities to the council, rather than just the mayor. He also wants to support the schools and the arts, to work with other metro-area governments on economic and infrastructure needs and to create a Business Advocate Office at City Hall.

Campaign info: vote4ryanjones.com

DISTRICT 4

Brian Gunn

Residence: Birmingham (District 4 native)

Professional experience: Engagement manager for the Rochester, New York-based nonprofit Measures for Justice, 2023-present; member, Birmingham Planning Commission, 2019-present; senior communications specialist, CBG Strategies, 2022-‘23; senior account manager, Direct Communications; 2020-’22; program officer, Corporation for National and Community Service, 2018-’19; district coordinator, REV Birmingham, 2013-’18; AmeriCorps member, REV Birmingham and Woodlawn Foundation, 2012-’13; crew leader assistant, U.S. Census Bureau, 2010.

Educational experience: Bachelor’s in political science, Louisiana Tech University, 2009.

Civic experience: Board of Influence, Empowered to Conquer; chairman of the board of directors, Offender Alumni Association; board member, Mid-Alabama American Red Cross. Previously co-chair, Alabama Humanities Foundation junior board; membership chair, Woodlawn High Business and Finance Academy advisory board; member, Crestwood Civitan Club; and junior board member, WBHM.

Main issues: Improve public safety with community policing initiatives, better street lighting and other infrastructure, and partnerships with community organizations. Promote community development by improving infrastructure, supporting affordable housing options in the district, working with neighborhood associations to address local concerns and push for improved public transit. Grow small businesses by supporting tax incentives, streamlining the business permitting process, investing in entrepreneurship programs and fostering partnerships among businesses and the community to create opportunities. And improving education and workforce development by promoting job training programs, advocating for more city resources for school programs, promoting trade programs and higher education, and working to increase access to scholarships, apprenticeships and mentorship opportunities for students.

Campaign: WebsiteBlueskyInstagram

Joseph Holt

Residence: Birmingham (Grew up in Kingston before moving to Woodlawn.)

Political experience: First run for public office.

Professional experience: General manager of H&H Construction, minister and real estate investor.

Educational experience: After attending Woodlawn high, he earned a general equivalency diploma through Jefferson State Community College and a certification in heating, ventilation and air conditioning at Lawson State Community College.

Main issues: Holt proposes an initiative, “Don’t Leave, Invest,” to encourage residents to invest in their community and to promote local businesses, support homegrown entrepreneurs and foster economic development. He proposes a community investment fund and youth empowerment programs, and to set volunteer opportunities in the community, create a pledge system in which residents commit to supporting local businesses and projects, establish committees to oversee aspects of the initiative and organize events that showcase local talent and bring the community together.

Campaign: Website

J.T. Moore (Incumbent)

Age: 37

Residence: Birmingham (South Woodlawn)

Political experience: Birmingham City Council member, District 4, after winning election in 2021.

Professional experience: Woodlawn coordinator, Volunteer Lawyers Birmingham, 2019-present; manager of community partnerships, Woodlawn Foundation, 2018-19; Teen Center coordinator/programs manager/clubhouse director, A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club, 2012-18; blueprints mentor, Alabama Possible, 2011-12.

Education: UAB, 2012-14; University of West Alabama, 2007-08; Tuskegee University, 2006-07.

Main Issues: Moore says on his website that he built his platform around three priorities for the district – Beautification, Involvement and Growth (B.I.G.), signifying his support for cleaning up the neighborhoods and infrastructure, encouraging an engaged community and expanding opportunities. He proposes to establish a FourFront Task Force, which would be a team of residents who track community concerns, along with expanding neighborhood associations and forming a Brownfield Advisory Board to guide clean up and redevelopment of vacant, polluted lots.

He touts several accomplishments while he has been on the council, including attracting a new cargo facility at the airport and a new campus for Coca Cola United; having three Birmingham schools, including two in District 4, named to the state’s most-improved list for 2023-2024 year; and restoring power to the citizens.

Campaign info: moorefor4.comFacebook page.

Darryl Williams

Political experience: Ran unsuccessfully for Birmingham mayor in 2021.

Professional experience: Worked with the Birmingham Department of Public Works for 35 years.

Education: Parker High School graduate.

Main issues: “Vote different get better results,” is a phrase Williams uses frequently on his Facebook page. He says District 4 and its people have not gotten the attention they deserve.

CampaignFacebook.

DISTRICT 5

Darrell O’Quinn (Unopposed)

 Age: 49

Residence: Birmingham (Crestwood)

Political races: Birmingham City Council District 5, 2017

Political experience: Birmingham City Council District 5, 2017-present

Professional experience: Executive director, Move 20/59, 2015-16; veterinarian scientist, UAB, 2000-15

Civic experience: Ph.D. in pathology, UAB, 2005; doctor of veterinary medicine, Louisiana State University, 2000; bachelor of science in zoology, Louisiana State University, 1995; president, City of Birmingham Citizen Advisory Board, 2014-2017; member, Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee, 2015-present; member, UAB CCTS One Great Community Council, 2016-present; member, YMBC Civic Forum, 2015-present; member, City of Birmingham Comprehensive Plan Implementation Committee, 2015-2017; Board of Directors, Keep Birmingham Beautiful Commission, 2014-2017; graduate, Leadership Birmingham 2015; Board of Directors, Deep South Cancer Foundation, 2015-2018; Board of Directors, Redemptive Cycles, 2012-2014; co-founder, Heart to Table: A Feeding Project for the Boutwell Auditorium Winter Warming Station, 2015; Birmingham Metro NAACP Community Empowerment Award (2015)

Education: Ph.D. in pathology, UAB, 2005; doctor of veterinary medicine, Louisiana State University, 2000; bachelor of science in zoology, Louisiana State University, 1995

Significant endorsements: None listed

Main Issues: Creating improved access to health care, employment and education opportunities; addressing gun violence with a multi-pronged approach ranging from community street outreach teams to hospital-based violence intervention programs to conflict resolution training; work in partnership with other agencies such as the Jefferson County Department of Health, the Birmingham City Council to develop initiatives to reduce violence and promote peace; use the $141M in American Rescue Plan funding the city recently received as an opportunity for Birmingham to address the pandemic-induced increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless and to improve blighted properties by advancing homeownership and building generational wealth

Campaign: votedoq2021.com

DISTRICT 6

Crystal Smitherman (Incumbent)

Age: 32

Residence: Birmingham

Political experience: Birmingham City Council member, 2019-present; was appointed to the seat in December 2018 and won the seat in a special election in 2019 and a regular election in 2021.

Professional experience: Attorney at Smitherman Law Firm, 2019-present; summer law clerk, Marsh, Richard & Bryan, P.C., 2017; administrative assistant, Highland Park Golf Course and Country Club, 2016; education outreach coordinator, Girls Inc., 2015-2016; legal intern, Farris, Riley & Pitt LLP, 2015-2016.

Education: Juris doctorate in law, University of Alabama School of Law, 2019; bachelor’s degree in biology, Hampton University, 2015; Ramsay High School, 2011.

Civic experience: Member, Railroad Park board of directors; member, Jefferson County Greenways Commission; member, First Tee board of directors; member, Junior League; member, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, 2017-present; volunteer, Christian Service Mission, 2011-present; volunteer, RISE Center at the University of Alabama, 2018-present; volunteer counselor, YouthServe Inc., 2013; assistant, Ronald McDonald House Charities, 2012.

Main Issues: Affordable housing, economic development, mental health and food insecurity. She also lists environmental issues such as improving recycling programs, crime and education with a detailed list of actions in her platform on the Goals page of her website.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebookInstagram.

Keith O. Williams

Age: 51

Residence: Birmingham

Political experience: Vice president, North Titusville Neighborhood Association, 2018-present; candidate, Alabama Democratic Executive Committee Delegate for District 55, 2018; candidate, Birmingham City Council District 6, 2017, 2019 and 2021.

Professional experience: Owner and founder, Keith O. Williams & Associates; associate minister, St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church; pastoral care pastor, Church of the Highlands, 2018-present; owner/web developer, Greater Works Business Services LLC, 1998-present; retail sales associate, Walmart, 2018; customer service associate, Lowe’s Home Improvement, 2017-18; associate minister, True Light Missionary Baptist Church, 2017-18; overnight support manager, Walmart, 2016-17; previous retail experience with a variety of companies.

Civic experience: U.S. Army; member, Our Revolution Birmingham; member, Faith in Action Alabama; member, Alabama Arise; member, Birmingham United Neighborhoods; founding member, Neighborhood Advocates for Justice; co-founder, Voters Legal Justice Watch Group.

Education: Certified life coach, Transformation Academy; certified counseling practitioner, Achology; religious degrees from Grace and Truth Bible Institute, 2011-2013, bachelor’s degree in business administration, Liberty University, 2008; Cathedral College, 2001; World Bible School, 1999; Alabama State University, 1996; A.H. Parker High School, 1992.

Main Issues: Accountability, community engagement, transparency and people before politics.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebook.

DISTRICT 7

Wardine Towers Alexander (Incumbent)

Residence: Birmingham (Roosevelt)

Political experience: Birmingham City Councilor, 2018-present, after winning election in 2018 and 2021; member, Birmingham School Board, 2013-2017, and president, 2015-2017, after being appointed in 2013, winning election in 2015 and running unsuccessfully for reelection in 2017.

Professional experience: Retired as quality assurance supervisor, Baxter Healthcare, 1999-2017; formerly education manager, American Red Cross Blood Services, 1977-1999.

Civic experience: Alexander has served on the board for One Roof, Trinity Community Development Center and Birmingham Public Libraries; and a  member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. (Omicron Omega Chapter) and Tri-County (AL) Chapter of the Links.

Education: MT(ASCP)BB certification, American Society of Clinical Pathologists, 1980; MT(ASCP) certification, American Society of Clinical Pathologists, 1978; bachelor’s degree, UAB, 1978; advanced academic diploma, Wenonah High School.

Main Issues: Alexander is running on her accomplishments as councilor, citing many neighborhood cleanups and community events in her district; ARPA funding that flowed to schools, parks and drainage projects in the district; community violence interventions, Tool Bank support and housing rehab projects.

 Campaign: WebsiteFacebook.

Lonnie Malone

Age: 51

Residence: Birmingham (Oxmoor Valley)

Political experience: Applicant, Birmingham City Council District 7, 2018; candidate, Birmingham City Council District 7, 2017.

Professional experience: Executive director, The Effective Family Inc., 2012-present; VIP support, BBVA Compass Bank, 2010-2013; data center manager, EDS, 1999-2010.

Civic experience: Volunteer, leader and coordinator, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Omega Psi Phi, 2009-present.

Education: Master of religious education, West Coast Bible and Seminary College, 2012; Bachelor of Science in technical management, Herzing University, 2002; Bachelor of Science in computer information systems, 2002; Bachelor of Science in computer information systems technical management, 2003.

Campaign information: maloneignites.com

DISTRICT 8

Eric Delk

Political experience: First run for public office.

Professional experience: U.S. Air Force veteran, senior contract specialist with the Department of Defense, spent 16 years in civil service.

Educational experience: MBA, Florida Institute of Technology; bachelor’s degree in finance, University of Alabama; graduate, Ensley High School, 1991.

Civic experience: Delk says on his website that he has volunteered with multiple organizations over the past 25 years providing free home and electrical repairs.

Main issues: Invest in home improvement initiatives, improve parks and green spaces, attract more businesses and invest in more commercial development.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebook

Jonathan Hatten

Age: 47

Residence: Birmingham (Ensley Highland)

Political experience: None

Professional experience: Teacher at Anniston Middle School, 2005-06; teacher and coach at Midfield High School, 2006-08; teacher and coach for Tuscaloosa City School, 2008-10; mental health coordinator for Capitol Care South, 2013-18; teacher and coach at Ramsay High School, 2018- present; Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church of North Pratt, youth pastor, 2010-2014; Spring Chapel Missionary Baptist Church of Bessemer, pastor, 2014-21; Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church of North Pratt, pastor, 2021-present.

Civic experience: Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, member; The Vital Show on V94.9, contributor.

Education: Bachelor of Arts in political science, Miles College, 2003; teaching certification, Alabama State University, 2008; master’s in teaching with an emphasis in history, psychology and counseling, University of West Alabama, 2010-13; seeking doctorate in ministry with an emphasis in pastoral leadership and counseling, Andersonville Theological Seminary, 2015-present.

Campaign info: hattenfor8.com

Joe May

Age: 41

Residence: Birmingham (Belview Heights)

Political experience: None

Professional experience: Nestle Toll House Café, franchise owner, 2008-10; IPEC community nonprofit, teacher, 2011; Hustle (Helping Urban Society To Live Emancipated), 2011; Holy Family Cristo Rey High School, teacher, 2011-2016; Holy Family Cristo Rey High School, director of development, 2017; Birmingham City Schools, teacher, 2017-18; Hen Pen agribusiness, foreman, 2018-present.

Civic experience: Benefits For Change, co-founder, 2009; New Bethlehem Baptist Church, associate minister, 2004-11, 2018-19.

Education: Alabama A&M University, student, 2001-03; Lawson State Community College, student, 2004-05; Southeastern Bible College, Bachelor of Arts in biblical studies and history, 2008; Birmingham School of Law, juris doctorate, 2016.

Main issues: According to his campaign website, May is focused on rebuilding public safety through community, fighting for jobs and small businesses, revitalizing neighborhoods, investing in in public schools, protecting public resources – including Birmingham’s water works – and being a champion for food justice and sustainability.

Campaign info: electjoemay.com; #MayIsTheWay

Susan Palmer

Residence: Birmingham

Educational experience: Georgiana School

Campaign: Facebook

Palmer is a longtime resident of Birmingham’s Central Park neighborhood and she’s built a grassroots campaign centered on neighborhood safety, infrastructure, and code enforcement and rallying volunteers to tackle property violations. At one City Council budget hearing, Palmer advocated for immediate repairs to chronically failing stormwater infrastructure — including a sinkhole on 52nd Street North — and emphasized the need for more equitable street paving and improved public safety measures in her district.

David Rivers

Age: 62

Residence: Birmingham (Belview Heights)

Political experience: Vice president of Belview Heights Neighborhood Association, 3 terms.

Professional experience: Manager, TJ Maxx, 1988-97; Parisians/Belk, 1997-2013; Sax Fifth Avenue, 2013-2023.

Civic experience: Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, member; Blazer Male Excellence Network (BMEN) at UAB, 2015-2023.

Education: Attended Jefferson State Community College in RIT program, 1981-1983; studied in the radiology technology program at UAB.

Campaign: davidriversfordistrict8.com

Justin Smith

Smith is a nationally recognized activist, Birmingham native, and lifelong advocate for Civil Rights, youth empowerment, and safer communities. His leadership began as Chairman of the Birmingham City Schools Student Advisory Board. A graduate of Boston College, Justin has led national movements for gun reform, racial justice, and voting rights. Smith aims to make Birmingham bold, fair, and future-ready — focused on reimagining public safety, investing in equitable education, and growing local businesses in underserved neighborhoods.

Sonja Smith

Age: 44

Residence: Birmingham (Belview Heights)

Political experience: Birmingham Board of Education, member, 2017-present, after being elected in 2017 and 2021.

Professional experience: Chicago Public Schools, teacher, 2006-09; Malcomb X Community College in Chicago, teacher, 2009-2021; AIDS Alabama’s Enroll Alabama program, program director, 2013-18; Negro Southern League Museum, deputy director, 2018-21; UAB Lifespan Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center, director, 2021-present.

Civic experience: Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, member; Birmingham Sister Cities Commission, vice president and chair of the education committee; ELI Thrive, board member; St. Mark Episcopal Church, pianist; James Lewis Tennis Center in Ensley, member.

Education: Bachelor of Arts in music, Birmingham-Southern College, 2003; master’s in music with a concentration in piano, LSU, 2006; Harvard University Public Education Leadership Program, participant, 2018.

Campaign info: Sonjaforcouncil.com

Adlai Trone

Age: 48

Residence: Birmingham (Fairview)

Political experience: Ran unsuccessfully for mayor of Birmingham, 2013; ran unsuccessfully for Birmingham City Council, 2021.

Professional experience: Magic City Sports Talk radio show, host, 2016-2000; Ameriprise Financial, financial planner, 2001-2013; Birmingham City Schools, teacher, 2009-present.

Civic experience: Offenders Alumni Association (OAA), board member, 2017-present; Fairview Neighborhood Association, two terms as president, 2019-2022.

Education: Auburn University, Bachelor of Science in finance, 1995-99; Auburn University, master’s in business administration, 2001; University of Alabama, master’s in financial planning, 2009

Major issues: Public safety, youth development and community development.

Campaign info: adlaitrone.com

April Myers Williams

Age: 62

Residence: Birmingham (Bush Hills)

Political experience: Birmingham Board of Education, served four terms, 2002-2017, with the final two terms as board president after being elected in 2013, 2009, 2005 and 2002.

Professional experience: City of Birmingham, city clerk’s office, 1981-87; Birmingham Distribution Center of U.S. Postal Service, clerk, 1987; Alabama/Mississippi District of U.S. Postal Service, management, 1988-present.

Civic experience: Birmingham Federal Executives Association, president; Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, executive board; Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham, grant review committee, 2019-2025; Keep Birmingham Beautiful Board, member, 2025; Leadership Birmingham, graduate, 2006; Bush Hills Connections, founding member, 2018-present; A.G. Gaston Boys and Girls Club, executive committee, 2001-17.

Education: Birmingham Skills Center, accounting clerk certification, 1981; attended Jefferson State Community College, taking computer studies and postal management courses; attended Lawson State Community College.

Major issues: The candidate’s primary concerns are economic development, clean and safe neighborhoods and an equitable distribution of goods and services. She added that the Mayor-Council Act legislation should be changed.

Campaign info: williamsforbham8.com, @williamsforbham8 on Instagram, aprilmyerswilliamsforbham8 on Facebook.

DISTRICT 9

Beatrice Collins

Age: 42

Residence: Birmingham (North Birmingham)

Political experience: None

Professional experience: Intern with Birmingham City Council, 2014-15; administrative assistant to multiple city council members, 2015-18; administrative assistant to Councilor Valerie Abbott, 2018-2020; chief of staff to Councilor LaTonya Tate, 2022-24.

Civic experience: Phi Kappa Phi honor society, member; Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity, member; Phi Theta Kappa honor society, member; Phi Beta Lambda business fraternity, member; Kappa Beta Delta business fraternity, member; The Society of Collegiate Leadership and Achievement, member; Sickle Cell Walk, volunteer; Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Breast Cancer Walk, volunteer; Village Creek Society, volunteer.

Education: Associate’s in business administration and management, Lawson State, 2015; bachelor’s in business management, UAB, 2018.

Campaigninfo: votebeatricecollins.com

Richard E. Franklin Jr.

 Age: 40

Residence: Smithfield

Political races: None

Political experience: None

Professional experience: President, Birmingham Federation of Teachers Local 2115, 2011-present; Birmingham City Schools, 2006-11, swim team coach, City of Birmingham Park and Recreation, 2005-2011

Civic experience: Member, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; member, Southern Christian Leadership Conference; vice president, State American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations; president, Birmingham Federation of Teachers, Local 2115; member, American Federation of Teachers Racial Task Force

Education: Lawson State Community College, 2004; A.H. Parker High School, 1999

Significant endorsements: Central Labor Council, Workers Family Party

Main Issues: Address blight, communicate to neighborhoods in real time and assist in creating youth programs, while supporting existing programs; bring down the city’s rising crime rate; fight for the city, especially the children; work to connect people and opportunities for children and families; enforce the leash law, with GBHS to address stray animals, and with the mayor’s office to expedite cleaning neighborhoods; give all communities the visibility and transparency they desire

John Hilliard

Age: 64

Residence: Birmingham (Smithfield Estates)

Political experience: Elected and served in Alabama House District 16, 1993-2002; Birmingham City Council District 9, 2017-21; Jefferson County Citizens Coalition, member, 1984-2023; Jefferson County Citizens Coalition, chairman, 2023-present; New South Coalition, member, inception-present.

Professional experience: National Realty Group, real estate agent, 1986-88; National Realty Group, real estate broker, 1988-present.

Civic experience: Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, 1982-present.

Education: Alabama State University, Bachelor of Arts in business administration and management, 1980-84.

Major issues: Growth of the city tops the candidate’s list of priorities, along with crime and economic development.

Campaign info: votejohnhilliard.com

LaTonya Tate (Incumbent)

Age: 60

Residence: Birmingham (North Birmingham)

Political experience: Elected to the Birmingham City Council, 2021.

Professional experience: Works as a probation and parole consultant and founded the nonprofit Alabama Justice Initiative, which works on criminal justice reform, in 2018. Retired as a probation and parole officer, Florida Department of Corrections, 2006-14, including teaching GED classes for inmates at Northwest Florida State College in 2012-2013; Jefferson County Department of Health, 2001-07.

Civic experience: Community activist in the criminal justice and voter registration areas. Has been an active member of many social justice organizations, such as Alabamians For Fair Justice and Alabama Forward.

Education: Master’s in public administration/government and policy, Grand Canyon University, 2020; bachelor’s in criminal justice administration and security, master’s in criminal justice administration, University of Phoenix, 2008 and 2010; diploma from Bevill State Community College in practical nursing, vocational nursing and nursing assistants, 1995; graduate of Phillips High School.

Main issues: Tate on her website says she is a community-driven advocate and servant leader. Among her top priorities is public safety, and she says that’s not just about policing; she wants to invest in community programs that help create an environment where crime is less likely to occur. Community development is another of her top concerns. She said that over the past years, she has worked to draw new development projects to the district, improve infrastructure and support the growth of local businesses. Her vision is for a District 9 that is thriving, inclusive and accessible to all. Economic sustainability for the district neighborhoods is another plank in her platform. Tate says her goal is to attract new businesses, support local entrepreneurs and ensure the workforce has the skills and opportunities needed to succeed in today’s economy.

Campaign: WebsiteFacebook.

Birmingham Police Department Welcomes Largest Class in Its History (PHOTOS)

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This week, the Birmingham Police Department, under the direction of Chief Michael Pickett, welcomed 93 new recruits. (City Of Birmingham)

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Chief Michael Pickett and BPD leadership this week welcomed the largest academy class in department history. These future officers will spend the coming months in intensive training, preparing to serve and protect the city. With this milestone class, BPD has hired a total of 202 new officers since January.

Ride On: Birmingham Stallions to Stay in Magic City for 2026 Season

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The Birmingham Stallions are set to remain in the city for the 2026 UFL season. (File)

The Stallions are set to remain in Birmingham for the 2026 UFL season, according to league co-owner Mike Repole.

Repole confirmed the news during an interview on “McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning Friday.

Rumors of the Stallions relocating ramped up following a report from James Larsen, of Pro Football Newsroom, in July. Larson reported the Birmingham Stallions, Houston Roughnecks, Memphis Showboats and Michigan Panthers were all slated to move ahead of the 2026 season.

Last Friday, Repole posted on X that “The Birmingham Stallions are one of the league’s most historic franchises, but they’ve seen a massive drop in attendance.” Repole went on to challenge fans to secure 5,000 new season ticket deposits in one week.

“For the United Football League, that is not sustainable. We’ll do our part with better marketing and a stronger local focus, but the future of the Stallions comes down to you,” Repole said in his post. “If you want the team, kindly show up.”

On Thursday, Repole said the Stallions had nearly 2,200 new season ticket deposits since issuing the challenge.

The Stallions, who have competed since 2022, have been one of the most successful spring football teams. They won the 2022 and 2023 USFL championships. In the first season after the USFL and XFL merged, the Stallions claimed the first UFL championship in 2024.

Former VP Kamala Harris Coming to Birmingham’s Alabama Theatre on Oct. 17

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Former VP Kamala Harris said “107 Days" is her candid and personal account of the shortest presidential campaign in modern history.

Former vice president and one-time presidential hopeful Kamala Harris will bring her international book tour to Birmingham this fall.

Harris will visit the Alabama Theatre Oct. 17 to promote her upcoming memoir, “107 Days.” She served as vice president under former President Joe Biden and stepped up to run as the Democratic nominee for president when Biden dropped out of the race within months of the 2024 election.

Harris, the first female, first African American, and first Asian American U.S. Vice President, announced the tour on social media on Thursday with a video showing clips of her time on the campaign trail last year.

The video reveals the former vice president intends to travel to 15 cities this fall, kicking things off in New York while later going abroad to London and Toronto. In addition to Birmingham, the lineup shows Harris also intends to visit Durham, North Carolina, and Portland, Oregon. Tickets for the tour will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. in the cities’ local time zones, the video shows.

“107 Days is my candid and personal account of the shortest presidential campaign in modern history,” Harris wrote in her X post with the video. “Over the next few months, I will travel our country to share behind-the-scenes moments, lessons learned, and how we keep moving forward together.”

Harris’ more than 300-page memoir announced last month is set to be published by Simon & Schuster and released on Sept. 23. The book is titled “107 Days,” in a reference to the length of her presidential bid and will give a “behind-the-scenes account” of her time on the campaign trail.

Last month, Harris announced she would not run for governor of her home state of California in 2026, escalating speculation that she may seek the White House again in 2028.

The other cities on the tour include Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Houston, San Francisco, Atlanta, Washington, Chicago, Nashville and Miami.