Tag: recent stories
Mayor’s plan to reduce violence unveiled
By Ebone’ Parks
The Birmingham Times
Birmingham Mayor William Bell last week hosted a luncheon in Sixth Avenue Baptist Church to introduce his six-point strategic plan...
Panelists discuss the tension between police, communities
By Ariel Worthy
The Birmingham Times
The gathering began peacefully with a discussion about respect between police officers and the community; residents and the community and...
Where Do We Go From Here?
By Joyce White Vance
These past few weeks have been difficult for our country. The deaths in Baton Rouge, Minnesota and Dallas are nothing short...
Deno Posey: Regions Bank executive by day; comedian by night
By Ariel Worthy
The Birmingham Times
Deno Posey always knew he was funny, he just had to convince other people.
Posey, 52, is executive vice president, head...
Area agencies gather for 10th Project Homeless Connect this weekend
United Way of Central Alabama and Hands On Birmingham will partner with One Roof and other community organizations for the 10th Project Homeless Connect...
RULING THE POOL: It’s never too late for safe swimming
By Kathryn Sesser-Dorné
Special to The Times
It's never too early to learn how to swim.
At least that's the message James Molette, 26, head lifeguard at...
Commitment to Joint Admissions Program reaffirmed
By Tyler Greer
UAB News
The University of Alabama at Birmingham has expanded its Joint Admissions Program partnership with Jefferson State Community College with two new full-tuition...
Birmingham Girls Choir Auditioning for New Members
Special to The Times
The Birmingham Girls Choir (BGC) will be auditioning for new members from July 25 through July 29 at Edgewood Presbyterian Church...
Occupational therapists explore the serious side of play
From UAB Magazine
Children’s play isn’t, well, child’s play. It’s a stepping stone to adulthood, says Laura K. Vogtle, professor and director of UAB’s Postprofessional...
He’s Talented, But Surprising Trade Has Nothing to do with Hockey
By Evan F. Moore
©2016, The Shadow League
In terms of tradition and winning championships, the Montreal Canadiens are the only North-American sports team that can...
