UPDATE: 8.1.2008, 2 p.m. Apparently City Hall’s feeling generous as the parking amnesty program is being extended until August 29. Today’s the last day of the City of Birmingham‘s amnesty program for folks with long overdue parking tickets. If you … Continue reading →

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1886: The cornerstone of Temple Emanu-El at 17th Street and 5th Avenue North was laid. 2007: Birmingham Police Department officer Nolan Shivers retired with 49 years of service. Courtesy:

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For the second time in two years, visitors to the Birmingham Zoo will have a chance to vote in order to name a new giraffe. If you didn’t already know, a female reticulated giraffe was born on Monday. The newborn  … Continue reading →

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UPDATE: If you didn’t already know that Neal is a weekend meteorologist for CBS42 (since 2009), he’s also working for WeatherNationTV. Two updates on the Fox 6 chief meteorologist front… Earlier today AL.com reported that the lawsuit filed by former Fox 6 chief meteorologist David Neal … Continue reading →

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So after figuring out that there weren’t that many fans of Bennigan’s or Steak and Ale in town, we think that this post could definitely cause some additional traffic at The Summit this evening. The Cheesecake Factory turns 30 years … Continue reading →

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The IN Book. acnatta/Flickr UPDATE: 7.30.2008, 10:22 a.m. Updated awards info after the jump: Birmingham’s IN crowd was at Vulcan Park despite the bad weather last night to celebrate the release of the IN book, compiled nominations from more than … Continue reading →

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Larry’s currently suggesting that the city of Birmingham lease vehicles to replace the current city fleet of 2,200, presumably saving the city money over the life of the 3 year lease agreements. He’s recommending that the city tap into its … Continue reading →

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